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Massachusetts
Humane Society
Merrimack
Humane Society
The Massachusetts
Humane Society was organized in 1787 and is generally considered to
be the predecessor to the U. S. Life-Saving Service.
The Merrimack
Humane Society was organized in 1802.
The Massachusetts Humane Society,
was one of the first organizations to establish and supply early “Life Saving
Stations” in the United States and from their very beginning awarded
“Premiums“ for acts of heroism involving the saving of life at sea and along
the coast of Massachusetts. Soon its "sister" organization, the
Merrimack Humane Society was formed to focus on the Newburyport - Plum Island
area and northeast coast.
Even after the establishment of
the U.S. Life Saving Service in the post Civil War years, the Humane Society
continued to provide support and equipment to its members who constituted a
"coastal volunteer crew" as well as maintaining "shelter
huts" along deserted stretches of the coast for the use of shipwreck
victims who has washed ashore far from human habitations. Besides providing
equipment and training of volunteer Life-Saving crews along the Massachusetts
coast, the Humane Society awarded Life Saving Medals and cash
"Premiums" to those who risked their own lives to help passengers and
crewmembers of shipwrecks in their area.
The Massachusetts Humane Society
still exists - today, The Humane Society carries on the mission envisioned by
its founders. It recognizes those who voluntarily risk their lives to save
others and seeks to prevent accident, injury and death, primarily on the waters.
The following are unusually rare
Humane Society artifacts, pamphlets, medals and more. Many of the manuscript
records were destroyed in the
Boston
Fire of 1872, making these quite scarce and desirable.
Did you know that the Massachusetts
Humane Society still exists ? Today, The Humane Society carries on the mission
envisioned by its founders. It recognizes those who voluntarily risk their lives
to save others and seeks to prevent accident, injury and death primarily on the
waters. Visit their web site at www.masslifesavingawards.com
For additional items please see our Rare
Out of Print page as well.
3121c. THE
HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. REPORT 1885.
Boston
. 1886. 80p. Original stiff wraps. Wonderful report, includes listings of
Officers and Trustees, Officers past and present, List of Life-Boats, Gun
Stations and Huts of Refuge, List of Awards 1786-1880, 1880-1885, Life-Boat
Service 1880-1885, Instructions to Captains of the Life-Saving Stations, General
Summary of the Work of the Society, List of Wrecks and Life-Boat Services,
Equipment of Stations, Directions for Restoring the Apparently Drowned, and
more. A tremendous amount of information about this important early predecessor
to the Life-Saving Service. Includes beautiful photogravure illustrations of
Marblehead station and life-boat and medal awards. Contents clean and tight,
Original stiff wraps nicely intact, some soiling and edge wear. (VG). $225.
29377. (life ring with water light) Massachusetts
Humane Society. c.1941. Extremely scarce life ring measures 19 inches
in diameter and is in uncommonly good condition, whitewashed and quite clean
with black lettering “Mass Humane Soc’y”. Life ring is attached by an 8
foot rope lanyard to a copper self-igniting light that was designed to be used
on ship’s lifeboats. Sold by Marine Torch Company of Baltimore, Md., the
side is embossed: “The Water Light Res-q-Lite Marine Torch”, etc. The ring
buoy once lived in a bracket attached to the pipe rails of a ship’s weather
deck, on a lifeboat or on a pier, and the water light was hung from an
adjacent fitting. In practice - if a man went overboard, the first people to be
aware of the fact were supposed to throw ring buoy overboard, in the hopes the
man could grab it. The water light, hanging from its bracket would be thrown
over with the ring buoy it was attached to. The act of pulling the water light
from its bracket would break the solder holding an axial rod that penetrated
both the top and the bottom of the water light. When the unit hit the water, it
would start flooding through the hole in the bottom. Water coming in contact
with the lumps of calcium carbide inside the canister would start the production
of acetylene gas. The gas would emerge through the hole left by the axial rod in
the top of the water light, and the gas would burn - giving off light and
thereby marking the location of the ring buoy and, hopefully, the man grasping
it. Well made canister measures 5 ¼” in diameter by 9” high overall and is
constructed entirely of copper with soldered seams. Canister is still intact and
unused. This is a rare set provided by this noted humanitarian organization and
would make a fine display. (VG). $445.
1088. (photo) Massachusetts
Humane Society Swimming Instructors c.1920’s. Wonderful early view
shows young Massachusetts Humane Society swimming instructors with their
students on a beach. Clear view measures 3 ½” x 5 ½” on postcard paper,
dating from 1920-1945 based on stamp box, 1920’s based on auto in background.
Clean, only very light wear, not postmarked. (VG+). $64.
RA-407. THE
HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. REPORT 1888.
Boston
. 1888. 80p. Wonderful report, includes listings of Officers and Trustees,
Officers past and present, List of Life-Boats, Gun Stations and Huts of Refuge,
List of Awards 1786-1888, 1885-1888, Life-Boat Service 1885-1888, Instructions
to Captains of the Life-Saving Stations, General Summary of the Work of
the Society, Equipment of Stations, Directions for Restoring the Apparently
Drowned, and more. A tremendous amount of information about this important early
predecessor to the Life-Saving Service. Includes beautiful photogravure
illustrations of Marblehead station and life-boat and medal awards. Contents
clean and tight, soft wraps nicely intact, some soiling. (VG). $225.
 
27107c.
(broadside)
Massachusetts
Humane Society. "Directions for Rescuing Drowning Persons". c.1916. Quite
large 20” x 26”. Extremely rare, c.1916, large illustrated broadside
published and distributed by The Humane Society of Massachusetts. This
fantastic, original broadside measures 20 x 26". It is titled
"Directions for Rescuing Drowning Persons". Above the title appears
the Seal of the Humane Society as well as the words "The Humane Society of
the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
". The body of the broadside contains text and illustrations giving
instruction as to how to rescue a person who is in the water and is drowning as
well as instruction for "Restoring Persons Apparently Dead from
Drowning" once the victim has been brought ashore. At the bottom of the
Broadside Poster is text that reads "Circulated by The Humane Society of
the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
.". The Broadside is mostly blank backed but when folded (as issued) the
section of the reverse side that acts as a "cover" has a list of
"Life Saving Stations of the Humane Society of the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts.
". Each Station is listed as well as the equipment to be found at each
location. The listing includes 30 stations still in existence. Below the list is
text that reads "These Stations are maintained by the HUMANE SOCIETY of the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
and are independent of the U. S. Life Saving Service.". The Massachusetts
Humane Society was the first organizations to establish and supply Life Saving
Stations in the
United States
. Established in 1785, the Society carried on an extensive correspondence with
the Royal Humane Society of England and in 1807 commissioned the building of the
first lifeboat to be stationed on the
Atlantic
Coast
, to be stationed at Cohasset. For many years the Humane Society of
Massachusetts provided the only lifeboat service along that state's busy
coastline. Even after the establishment of the US Life Saving Service in the
post Civil War years, the Humane Society continued to provide support and
equipment to a number of coastal volunteer crews. In addition to providing
equipment and training of volunteer Life-Saving crews along the
Massachusetts
coast, the Humane Society awarded Life Saving Medals and cash
"Premiums" to men and women (and children) who risked their own lives
to help passengers and crewmembers of shipwrecks along the coast. In about 1916,
when this piece was published, both the Humane Society and the U. S. Life Saving
Service manned Life Saving Stations along the
Massachusetts
Coast
. This very rare piece is printed on fairly delicate stock and has somehow
survived in good condition. It is clean and crisp with little soiling, staining,
still with strong folds, as issued, one 6” tear to one fold. This very rare
and very attractive Life Saving broadside will frame and display beautifully.
(VG). $125.
27107d.
(broadside)
Massachusetts
Humane Society. "Directions for Rescuing Drowning Persons". c.1916. Quite
large 20” x 26”. Extremely rare, c.1916, large illustrated broadside
published and distributed by The Humane Society of Massachusetts. This
fantastic, original broadside measures 20 x 26". It is titled
"Directions for Rescuing Drowning Persons". Above the title appears
the Seal of the Humane Society as well as the words "The Humane Society of
the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
". The body of the broadside contains text and illustrations giving
instruction as to how to rescue a person who is in the water and is drowning as
well as instruction for "Restoring Persons Apparently Dead from
Drowning" once the victim has been brought ashore. At the bottom of the
Broadside Poster is text that reads "Circulated by The Humane Society of
the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
.". The Broadside is mostly blank backed but when folded (as issued) the
section of the reverse side that acts as a "cover" has a list of
"Life Saving Stations of the Humane Society of the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts.
". Each Station is listed as well as the equipment to be found at each
location. The listing includes 43 stations still in existence. Below the list is
text that reads "These Stations are maintained by the HUMANE SOCIETY of the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
and are independent of the U. S. Life Saving Service.". The Massachusetts
Humane Society was the first organizations to establish and supply Life Saving
Stations in the
United States
. Established in 1785, the Society carried on an extensive correspondence with
the Royal Humane Society of England and in 1807 commissioned the building of the
first lifeboat to be stationed on the
Atlantic
Coast
, to be stationed at Cohasset. For many years the Humane Society of
Massachusetts provided the only lifeboat service along that state's busy
coastline. Even after the establishment of the US Life Saving Service in the
post Civil War years, the Humane Society continued to provide support and
equipment to a number of coastal volunteer crews. In addition to providing
equipment and training of volunteer Life-Saving crews along the
Massachusetts
coast, the Humane Society awarded Life Saving Medals and cash
"Premiums" to men and women (and children) who risked their own lives
to help passengers and crewmembers of shipwrecks along the coast. In about 1916,
when this piece was published, both the Humane Society and the U. S. Life Saving
Service manned Life Saving Stations along the
Massachusetts
Coast
. This very rare piece is printed on fairly delicate stock and has somehow
survived in good condition. It is clean and crisp with no soiling, staining,
chipping or significant damage. It still has strong folds, as issued. This very
rare and very attractive Life Saving broadside will frame and display
beautifully. (VG+). $185.
27107b.
(broadside)
Massachusetts
Humane Society. "Directions for Rescuing Drowning Persons". c.1912.
Quite large 20” x 26”. Extremely rare, 1912, large illustrated broadside
published and distributed by The Humane Society of Massachusetts. This
fantastic, original broadside measures 20 x 26". It is titled
"Directions for Rescuing Drowning Persons". Above the title appears
the Seal of the Humane Society as well as the words "The Humane Society of
the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
". The body of the broadside contains text and illustrations giving
instruction as to how to rescue a person who is in the water and is drowning as
well as instruction for "Restoring Persons Apparently Dead from
Drowning" once the victim has been brought ashore. At the bottom of the
Broadside Poster is text that reads "Circulated by The Humane Society of
the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
. 1912.". The Broadside is mostly blank backed but when folded (as issued)
the section of the reverse side that acts as a "cover" has a list of
"Life Saving Stations of the Humane Society of the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts.
". Each Station is listed as well as the equipment to be found at each
location. The listing includes 43 stations still in existence. Below the list is
text that reads "These Stations are maintained by the HUMANE SOCIETY of the
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
and are independent of the U. S. Life Saving Service.". The Massachusetts
Humane Society was the first organizations to establish and supply Life Saving
Stations in the
United States
. Established in 1785, the Society carried on an extensive correspondence with
the Royal Humane Society of England and in 1807 commissioned the building of the
first lifeboat to be stationed on the
Atlantic
Coast
, to be stationed at Cohasset. For many years the Humane Society of
Massachusetts provided the only lifeboat service along that state's busy
coastline. Even after the establishment of the US Life Saving Service in the
post Civil War years, the Humane Society continued to provide support and
equipment to a number of coastal volunteer crews. In addition to providing
equipment and training of volunteer Life-Saving crews along the
Massachusetts
coast, the Humane Society awarded Life Saving Medals and cash
"Premiums" to men and women (and children) who risked their own lives
to help passengers and crewmembers of shipwrecks along the coast. In 1912, when
this piece was published, both the Humane Society and the U. S. Life Saving
Service manned Life Saving Stations along the
Massachusetts
Coast
. This very rare piece is printed on fairly delicate stock and has somehow
survived in excellent condition. It is clean and crisp with no soiling,
staining, chipping or significant damage. It still has strong folds, as issued.
This very rare and very attractive Life Saving broadside will frame and display
beautifully. (VG+). $185.
6267i. Howe, M. A. DeWolf. THE
HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
- AN HISTORICAL REVIEW 1785-1916.
Boston
. 1918. 398pp. No. 386 of a limited 1st edition. Illustrated with over 34 fine
photogravures of the Society’s Life-Saving stations, boats, crews and
equipment. Chronicles the founding and early activities of the Society including
the establishment of stations and huts-of-refuge, rescues and resuscitations,
Medal of Honor winners, etc. Includes listing of huts and stations and medal
winners from 1786 until 1916. A rare title with a wealth of information on this
early Service, beautifully presented. Contents clean, tight, covers little if
any wear, very nice copy. (VG+). $179 net.
Please
scroll down to see the “Merrimac Humane Society
Telescope c.1886”
20230. Farson, Robert H., TWELVE
MEN DOWN –
Massachusetts
Sea
Rescues.
Yarmouth
Port.
2000. 246p. 191 photos and illustrations. In Colonial Days Massachusetts turned
to the sea for her livelihood. With the growth of coastal and deepwater fleets,
many trips ended in disaster. The loss of life was so great that in the late
1700’s the Massachusetts Humane Society was formed. Their work up to World War
II, and the work of its successor the U. S. Life-Saving Service, are detailed in
this wonderful new work. From Martha’s Vineyard and Cuttyhunk, to Nantucket,
Cape Cod and up the coast to
Salisbury
Beach
, there were small stations with surfboats and breeches buoy apparatus. This is
a book about rescues near the coast by men who rowed small boats into
mountainous waves, many in bitterly cold weather. Thousands of sailors were
saved by these intrepid men and their story of selfless dedication comes alive
in Mr. Farson’s work. Nicely illustrated with numerous vintage photographs.
(M). (Published at $36.) Special Purchase Price $24.95.
26230f,h. [Humane Society
badge/award] Extremely rare silver badge or award issued by the Humane
Society of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Humane Society was
the first organization in the
United States
founded to aid shipwrecked mariners and to award citizens for their exertions
in the saving of life. This rare badge or award measures 27 mm (1 1/16”) and
bears the words “The Humane Society of Massachusetts 1785 SWIMMER.” Badge
has pin clasp on obverse, not backmarked thought it appears that it may be
sterling. Very nice condition and a wonderful collector’s item, most unusual
and a rare Massachusetts Humane Society relic. (VG). $118.
26230e. [Humane
Society badge/award] Extremely rare celluloid badge or award issued
by the Humane Society of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts. The Humane Society was the first organization in the
United States
founded to aid shipwrecked mariners and to award citizens for their exertions
in the saving of life. This rare badge or award measures 22 mm (7/8”) and
bears the words “The Humane Society of Massachusetts 1956 BEGINNER.” Badge
has pin clasp on obverse, not backmarked. Good condition, clean and bright, a
wonderful collector’s item, most unusual and a rare Massachusetts Humane
Society relic. (VG+). $32.
26230i. [Humane
Society badge/award] Extremely rare celluloid badge or award issued
by the Humane Society of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts. The Humane Society was the first organization in the
United States
founded to aid shipwrecked mariners and to award citizens for their exertions
in the saving of life. This rare badge or award measures 22 mm (7/8”) and
bears the words “The Humane Society of Massachusetts 1949 SWIMMER.” Badge
has pin clasp on obverse, not backmarked. Good condition, clean and bright, a
wonderful collector’s item, most unusual and a rare Massachusetts Humane
Society relic. (VG). $32.
27268. Claflin, James W. HISTORIC
NANTUCKET: SURFSIDE LIFE-SAVING STATION - A History of Nantucket’s Life-Saving
Stations. Volume I. Worcester. 2007. 79 p. Soft wraps. Special
edition, signed and numbered of 500, includes pasted in wood chip from Surfside
Life-Saving Station. Historic Nantucket: Surfside Life-Saving Station is one of
a continuing series of booklets that tell the story of historic lighthouses,
lightships and life-saving stations along the New England Coast . The Nantucket
coastline has long been one of the most dangerous areas along the New England
coast. Over the years four life-saving stations and eight Massachusetts Humane
Society stations stood guard over the island’s shores, standing ready to
combat the seas in an effort to rescue shipwrecked mariners in their time of
need. With thousands of vessels plying the dangerous waters, the chance of a
shipping disaster was always great. Hundreds of shipwrecks did indeed occur off
the coast with startling losses. Using descriptive text and a variety of vintage
images from private as well as museum collections, we get a rare glimpse into
the history of the area and the lives of these dedicated government men and
women. Author James Claflin combines an extensively researched text with his
exquisite collection of vintage photographs, many previously unpublished, to
tell the story of this important piece of history. (M). $8.95.
27233.
(mounted photo)
Massachusetts
Humane Society, “Point Shirley Surf Boat”,
Winthrop
, Mass c.1900. Early mounted photo by Harry W. Brown of Winthrop
Beach shows what may be Massachusetts Humane Society members participating in a
parade pulling a crude float lettered “Point Shirley Surf Boat” and “life
boat service and crew”. Some men are dressed in so-westers while others are in
various costumes. 4 ½” x 8” image on 9” x 11” mount is clean and clear,
a nice image. Residents’ summer dress and American Flags are flying leaning me
to believe this may be a 4th of July celebration. Light wear to mount edges
only. (VG+). $128.
5393c.
A DISCOURSE, BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY, OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. Thomas Danforth.
Boston
. June 14, 1808. 39pp. In addition to sermon, chronicles a number of rescues,
property and expenses of the Society, premiums awarded as well as a listing of
members and officers. (G). $58.
2104.
A DISCOURSE DELIVERED IN THE
CHAPEL
CHURCH
,
BOSTON
, BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. Henry Colman.
Boston
. June 9, 1812. 32pp. In addition to sermon, chronicles property and expenses of
the Society, premiums awarded as well as a listing of members and officers.
(G). $58.
2105b.
A DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY AT
THEIR ANNIVERSARY, MAY 1817. William Tudor, JUN. Boston. 1817. 64pp.
In addition to sermon, includes a detailed account of the origin and
organization of the
Massachusetts
Humane Society, property and expenses of the Society, premiums awarded as well
as a listing of members and officers. (G). $68.
2858.
[chart].Eldridge, George W. ELDRIDGE’S CHART “J”
BUZZARDS BAY. Vineyard Haven & Boston. 1916 [Rev. 1904). Scale
about 1” = 1 mile. Original printed chart measures 24” x 28”, on paper.
Includes all of Buzzards Bay from Dartmouth and New Bedford north to
Mattapoisett, Marion, Wareham, and then south to Falmouth and Woods Hole,
Naushon, Nashawena and Cuttyhunk in the Elizabeth Islands. Includes larger scale
inset of Woods Hole. Includes all lighthouses, Life-Saving Service and Mass
Humane Society stations, lightships, and more. Also includes many roads, all
shoals and bars, and much more. Eldridge, whose father George started him in the
chart business, is probably best known as the compiler of Eldridge’s Tide and
Pilot Book, still in use today. His charts were compiled from his and his
father’s own surveys. Chart is in c.1970 gilded frame but has worn and could
use reframing. Chart has some soiling and sunning, a bit of wrinkling, but
remains striking and will be wonderful for display with a bit of cleaning up.
These very early coastal maps are most desirable for display and bring a
premium, particularly on the
Cape
and the islands. Wonderful for display. (VG-). $364 net.
2865.
(CDV) [Carte De Visite format] Charles S. Tallman, sole
survivor of shipwreck of Schooner Christina off Cape Pogue, Vineyard Sound, in
the severe storm of January 7th, 1866. Original early CDV
photograph features a posed portrait of first mate Charles S. Tallmann of
Osterville, the only survivor. Tallmann remained in the rigging for four days
and nights before being rescued, possibly by the Mass. Humane Society
lifeboat. His limbs were so badly frozen as to render amputation necessary.
In his account he noted that during his four days in the rigging, he could see
the church spires at Hyannis. The schooner, from Yarmouth, Maine, sunk
near Cape Page on January 7th, 1866 and the crew took to the rigging. Captain
Leach and the remainder of the crew were found frozen to death still in the
rigging. Rare early view, quite desirable due to the subject. Clean, only light
edge wear. (VG+). $110.
25255.
(stereoview) Marblehead Neck, Massachusetts, [Life
Saving Crew ?] circa 1870s. Early view of of a group of cottages at
Marblehead Neck in Marblehead, Massachusetts, circa 1870s to 1880s. No
photographer or publisher identified. The view, identified in period pencil on
the reverse as "The Row, Marblehead Neck," shows a cluster of cottages
set close by the shore with a group of men and a few women standing in the
middle foreground. At least nine of the men wear matching uniforms consisting of
a dark coat and trousers with a white hat and light colored belt. Three of the
men hold long oars. These men very may have been an early (pre uniform) crew
manning the U.S. Life Saving Service station at Marblehead Neck, or at the Humane
Society boathouse prior, or possibly volunteer firemen. Very nice image! The
stereoview is in good to very good condition with only light wear and very light
soiling, light rubbing at the top edge and at the corners of the card. The
photographs exhibit very good tonal range. Very good detail and very good 3d
effect when viewed with a stereoscope! (VG-). $74.
21458c,d.
Johnson, William Wallace. THE UNITED STATES LIFE-SAVING
SERVICE.
New England
Magazine. April 1890. (disbound) pp. 134-145. Quite a nice article detailing
the history and work of the Life-Saving Service. Beginning in the 1700’s with
the Massachusetts Humane Society, the author discusses the early years and into
the 1880’s. Includes nine fine early engravings and photo images including a
fine image of Superintendent Sumner I. Kimball, day signals, beach patrolman,
beach apparatus cart, Peaked Hill Bar station on
Cape Cod
, and more - quite a good article. $28.
2367.
Means, Dennis R., THE SURFBOAT-LIFEBOAT NANTASKET
HULL
MASSACHUSETTS
. The American
Neptune
. April 1977. P. 83-94. Excellent account of the work of Captain Samuel James,
designer of the Mass Humane Society surfboat at Nantasket and of the work that
she and her crew performed during those early years. Includes these interesting
photographs: Captain Samuel James, designer of Nantasket 1906; Famed lifesaver
Captain Joshua James; Wreck of the three-mated schooner H. C. Higginson 1888;
Nantasket and some of her boat crews wheeling her on the beach; Nantasket as she
sits in The Mariners Museum Congressional Gold Life Saving Medal given to Eben
T. Pope for service and heroism at the wreck of the schooner Gertrude Abbott,
and two other medals given to Eben given by the Humane Society. Important
information on the early Mass. Humane Society and Life Saving Service work and
equipment. (VG). $38
557a.
Giambarba, Paul. SURFMEN AND LIFESAVERS.
Centerville
. 1967. 1st. 123p. DJ. Written for young people, this illustrated volume
presents a history of the operations and heroes of the Massachusetts Humane
Society and the U. S. Life-Saving Service from its inception on into the
Coast Guard years. Profusely illustrated with detailed diagrams and
illustrations by the author. (VG). $36 / Your price $21.60.
21268b,c.
Piper, Horace L., THE LIFE-SAVING SERVICE - Inception,
Development, and Achievements. The Technical World. September 1904.
Pp. 1-9. Rarely found article details at some length the origins of the
Life-Saving Service. Includes a mention of the Mass. Humane Society as
well as a great deal on the early growth of the service. Includes great photos
of an early metallic life-car and mortar, early stations and surf-boats, wrecks,
lifeboats, crews and more. Nice cover image of Long Island shipwreck. Discussion
also includes the various methods employed to reach stranded mariners, heroic
rescues and more. Very interesting article, great images. Full issue, contents
clean and tight, wraps intact, some soiling. (VG).
$48/ Your price $28.80.
7281a,b.
Wills, Lois Bailey. WAIT FOR ME.
North Quincy
,
Mass.
1976. 1st. 319p. DJ. A historical novel that takes place in the 1870's and
1880's in
New England
. The author enthralls the reader with tales of shipwrecks off the coast of
Scituate
, of the
Massachusetts
Humane Society, how they operated and were organized, and how they
accomplished feats of rescue in the face of raging Atlantic storms. They were
farmers, fishermen, and storekeepers but in the face of adversity they became
supermen. Includes much about local government and the
New England
“Town Meeting”. Though a fictional account, the author researched local
life and the local life-savers extensively for this account. One of the few
books ever written on the Humane Society. (F). $22.
21177.
Racine, Frank M., NOTES ON THE MEDALS AND AWARDS OF THE
MASSACHUSETTS
HUMANE SOCIETY. nd. c.1977. 70p. Spiral bound facsimile. The
Massachusetts Humane Society was organized in 1787 and is generally considered
to be the predecessor to the U. S. Life-Saving Service. Many of the society’s
manuscript records were destroyed in the Boston Fire of 1872, making any
information quite scarce and desirable. In addition, information on awards and
medals awarded by the Society is extremely scarce. This manuscript written some
years ago by Mr. Racine touches this subject as none before have done. Medals in
various designs have been issued by the Society since 1789 but numerous
questions persist as to the various designs and variations, the reasons for
certain medals such as the Trustee Medals, and more. Included are the
Dissertation Medals, Trustees’ Medals, the Centennial Cup, Gols Handmade Award
Medals, Silver Handmade Medals, , Silver plate awards, Wyon shipwreck medals,
and more. This is a most interesting look at the subject and a must for anyone
interested in life-saving awards. $19.
2587.
Spears, John R., HEROES OF THE SURF.
[disbound from Outlook Magazine, 1903.] 7p. Detailed history of the
life-saving services in the United States, beginning in 1786 with the
Massachusetts Humane Society. The author carries the discussion through the
early lifeboats placed on Rockaway Beach on Long Island and government efforts
there, to more established services added in the 1870’s and finally to the
present [1903] day. Includes four nice engraved illustrations. (VG).
$26.
27290.
(stereoview) Massachusetts Humane Society Boathouse,
Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard, Mass. c.1870’s by S. F. Adams, Oak
Bluffs, Mass. Early view shows what we believe to be a boathouse of the
Massachusetts Humane Society at Oak Bluffs. The building is not labeled but
inside can be clearly seen a lifeboat behind the two chairs. In the background
can be seen a schooner’s masts at the wharf. Clean clear view on yellow mount.
Unusually nice early view. (VG+). $144.
20362.
Scituate
Historical Society,
SCITUATE
. 2000. 128p. 200 vintage photographs. Published as part of the
Images of America series by Arcadia Publishing. This is another volume in a
series of photographic histories along the coasts of the
United States
. This compact volume features over 200 early photographs dating from the
1870’s through the 1940’s tracing the history of this most interesting
coastal town. As expected, a great deal of the vintage photos and text chronicle
the shipwrecks and Life-Saving Service along this stretch of coastline, as well
as Scituate Lighthouse, and much more. Most interesting are the Mass. Humane
Society and
Minot
’s Ledge Light images and information. Wonderful early photographs. (M)
$18.99.
2250.
Hallie, Phillip. TALES OF GOOD AND EVIL, HELP AND HARM.
NY. 1997. 227 p. DJ. Explores the human choice to do help or harm and
why some volunteer to help others in need. Of interest to us here is a lengthy
chapter devoted to an account of Joshua James, noted life-saver of the
Massachusetts
Humane Society and later of the Life-Saving Service. The author chronicles
in some detail his work and the work of his crews and brings out the tale of a
helpful, benevolent human being committed to helping others. Interesting
addition to our Joshua James chronicle. (M). $25.
4360.
U.S.
Coast and Geodetic Survey. UNITED STATES COAST PILOT.
Atlantic
Coast
. Section A. St. Croix River to
Cape Cod
. Second Edition. 1927. 356pp. Covers soiled but tight. With laid-in
supplement for 1928. Includes listing of Coast Guard and Mass. Humane Society
Stations, Instructions to Mariners in case of Shipwreck, etc. (FR) $24.
8373c.
U.S.
Coast and Geodetic Survey. UNITED STATES COAST PILOT.
Atlantic
Coast
- Part III.
Cape Ann
to Point Judith. (1893) First Edition. Hard cover. 146p. Less the
fold-out chart this early volume includes a listing of the U. S. Life-Saving
Stations, Mass Humane Society Stations and a complete table of
lighthouses and fog signals. Unusually clean, tight, with marbled page edges.
Covers only lightly worn, quite clean. Scarce early USGS pilot. (VG).
$56.
8373b.
U.S.
Coast and Geodetic Survey. UNITED STATES COAST PILOT.
Atlantic
Coast
- Part III.
Cape Ann
to Point Judith. (1912) Third Edition. Hard cover. 166p. Includes
two large fold-out charts including wonderful large 27”w x 20”h chart of the
area, clean, crisp [worth the price alone]. Included is a listing of the U. S.
Life-Saving Stations, Mass Humane Society Stations and a complete table
of lighthouses and fog signals. Light page browning from age, otherwise contents
clean and tight. Covers some soiling, front hinge becoming loose. Scarce early
USGS pilot. (G). $64.
9104b.
Boning, Richard A., JOSHUA JAMES. Baldwin,
NY. 1972. 47p. This most desirable title provides an account for young people of
the life of famed life-saver Joshua James of Hull, Massachusetts. Beginning with
his Yankee upbringing in the 1830'’, the tale follows his career in the Massachusetts
and Life-Saving Service until his death in the
1890’s. In April of 1837, following the loss of the schooner Hepzibah with his
mother and baby sister on board, Joshua vowed to avenge their deaths and to save
as many others from a similar fate as he could. By his death, he had kept his
promise – While he was in charge of the Life-Saving station at Point Allerton,
Joshua James and his crew saved more than 500 lives. During his entire career,
he saved more than 600 persons. When interviewed, he noted “We saved all who
were alive when we set out for them”. Wonderfully with over 22 illustrations.
This is a most desirable title, difficult to find. Clean, crisp, ex. Library
with markings and pocket remains. (VG+). $38.
2488.
Kobbe, Gustav. HEROES OF PEACE – A Series of
Authentic Instances of Heroism in Every-Day Life.
Babylon
. c.1920. Inscribed to “Gustak Kobbie 2nd from his Grandmother 1924”.
Special work, self published by the author, which includes five of his
past works published in The Century Magazine: HEROISM IN THE LIGHTHOUSE SERVICE.
A Description of Life on Matinicus Rock. The Century Magazine. 1897. 12p.
Illustrated with 12 very nice engravings, this article describes the life of
Abby Burgess and her family at the Matinicus Rock Light Station including her
heroism in the winter gale of 1856. Later Abby married Captain Grant and
continued her service at Matinicus and later at White Head Light. Most
interesting. Illustrations include Keeper Frederick T. Hatch, the only recipient
of the Gold Bar for Heroism, Abby Burgess, and more; HEROES OF THE LIFE-SAVING
SERVICE" The Century Magazine. c.1898. 8p. Excellent descriptions of
the life of the life-savers and the work that they perform at various stations
across the country. With a nice full-page plate of “The Life Line” by
Winslow Homer; EVERY-DAY HEROISM. 7 p.; HEROES OF THE RAILWAY SERVICE. 7 p.;
HEROES OF PEACE – Volunteer Life-Savers. 7 p. Includes the volunteer
life-savers of the Massachusetts Humane Society, Life Saving Service
crews, and more. A most interesting piece especially bound by the author
himself. Some wear, slightly brittle, one plate loose. (G+). $164.
C24128.
THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. REPORT 1917-1918.
Boston
. 1918. 94p. Excellent report includes large fold-out map of the “Life Saving
Stations of the Humane Society”. In addition, includes of all sixty five
life saving stations and boat houses with their keepers, List of Persons to Whom
Awards were Granted 1916 to 1918, sample award certificates, Instructions to the
Captains of the Life Saving Stations [includes apparatus drills and operation,
Instructions to Seamen, Instructions for Saving Drowning Persons, Restoring
Persons Apparently Drowned, General Summary of the Work of the Society,
Equipment of Stations, Act of Incorporation, By Laws, List of Officers and
Trustees of the Society, List of Members, a detailed List of Awards Granted 1786
– 11918. A tremendous amount of information about this important early
predecessor to the Life-Saving Service. (Photocopy $20).
2282.
Julian, R.W. MEDALS OF THE UNITED STATES MINT, THE
FIRST CENTURY, 1792-1892. El Cajon, Ca: The Token and Medal Society,
Inc. 1977 Cloth. No Dust Jacket Issued. First Edition. Quarto. 424 p., heavily
illustrated. This is the essential reference for collectors of United States
Mint Medals struck during the period. The work describes and illustrates United
States Life Saving Medals, Massachusetts Humane Society, Shipwreck
commemorative medals, Military & Naval Medals, Mint and Treasury Medals,
Assay Commission pieces, Indian Peace Medals, Bache Coast Survey medal,
Presidential Medals, Personal Medals, Commemorative Medals, School Medals,
Agriculture, Mechanical, Scientific and Professional Medals , Marksmanship
Medals, Religious and Fraternal Medals, and more. Includes information on the
issuance and minting of the medal type, sizes, counterfeits, rarity, background,
metal content and much more. An essential reference on the subject. (M). $68
net.
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY.
The
Merrimac Humane Society, like its sister organization The Massachusetts Humane
Society, was one of the first organizations to establish and supply early
“Life Saving Stations” in the United States and from their very beginning
awarded “Premiums“ for acts of heroism involving the saving of life at sea
and along the Northern Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire Coast. Even
after the establishment of the U.S. Life Saving Service in the post Civil War
years, the Merrimack Humane Society continued to provide support and equipment
to its members who constituted a "coastal volunteer crew" as well as
maintaining "shelter huts" along deserted stretches of the coast of
Plum Island for the use of shipwreck victims who has washed ashore far from
human habitations. Besides providing equipment and training of volunteer
Life-Saving crews along the Massachusetts coast, the Humane Society awarded Life
Saving Medals and cash "Premiums" to those who risked their own lives
to help passengers and crewmembers of shipwrecks in their area.
The considerations which led
to the original institution of the Merrimack Humane Society, more than
three-quarters of a century ago, are stated in its charter to be "promoting
the cause of humanity by pursuing such means from time to time as shall have for
their object the preservation of human life and the alleviation of its
miseries," and are more fully set forth in the pamphlet published by the
society at the time of its formation.
The Society was organized on the
10th of Aug., 1802,
Application
was subsequently made to the Legislature for an act of incorporation, and this
was granted on the 7th of March, 1804, and is still in force.
BEACONS,
SIGNALS. &c, (taken from #28424 below)
The
Society have erected five beacons along the coast of
Plum
Island
, indicating the direction to the nearest places of shelter.
A cannon has been placed in
charge of the keeper of the Light. house, which is kept in readiness to give the
alarm at night in the event of any disaster on the beach; and if in the daytime,
a white .flag with black ball in the centre, the signal of distress will be
hoisted at the flagstaff, which the Society has erected near the Light-houses.
A superior life-boat in good
order is stationed at
Plum
Island
near the lighthouses, and a small boat near Frog Pond, to be used in cases of
disaster.
A
chest of clothing to supply the wants of shipwrecked seamen bas been placed in
the care of Mr. Emerson at the Farm House on the Bluffs, and one also at Mr.
Stevens's half-way house on Plum Island.
Grappling
irons have been deposited near the Essex Merrimack bridge in care of Dr. Hixon;
at Paul A. Merrill's store,
171 Merrimac street
; at the office of the draw-tender of the
Newburyport
bridge; at Isaac Poor's store,
93 Water street
; and a sweep and two gaffs at the police station in the Market House.
The
committee appointed to enquire into the condition of the Life Saving Property
belonging to the Society, have recently examined it. They report that they have
caused to be made a list of the same, and where it is placed, and that it is all
in order and in good working condition, and that no further outlay will be
required upon it for some time to come.
TELESCOPE
28423.
(telescope) “Merrimac Humane Society 1886” Extremely Rare, c.1886, Brass,
Two Draw Telescope / Spyglass for use, or given as a premium / life-saving award
by The Merrimac Humane Society of Newburyport, Massachusetts. This, original,
brass piece measures approx. 6 3/4" long when fully collapsed and 15"
long with all 2 draws are extended. It is unsigned by the maker but features a
period script engraving on the outermost sun shade that reads "Merrimac
Humane Society Newburyport 1886". The optics of the glass appear fine, a
bit cloudy but easily restored. The Merrimac Humane Society was founded at
Newburyport in 1802 and its stated purpose and operation was similar to the
Massachusetts Humane Society and the later United States Life Saving Service.
The Merrimac Society maintained a number of "shelter huts" along the
deserted stretches of beach on Plum Island to serve as refuges for shipwrecked
mariners washed ashore in these desolate areas. We know that the Merrimac Humane
Society uses such telescopes to scan the ocean for endangered ships during bad
weather. They also awarded Life Saving Medals and cash "Premiums" to
those determined to have been instrumental in Life Saving efforts in the region.
Like their “sister service” The Massachusetts Humane Society, they also
awarded other premiums such as silver cups and it is also possible that this was
given as an award as well. This rare piece came to us from a dealer, who
obtained it from an un-named Newburyport estate without further historical
information. This rare, 19th century life-saving brass telescope is in very good
condition. As mentioned above the optics are good. There a few tiny 'dings"
un the outermost draw of the spyglass and there is some very light wear to the
inner draws but overall it is very well preserved and will display nicely. As
expected, there is surface tarnish to the brass surface which will clean-up
nicely if the next owner so wishes. A very rare, 19th century Atlantic Coast
Life Saving Society Brass Telescope and a fantastic addition to any collection!
(VG). $3200.
28424.
(pamphlet) The Merrimack Humane Society. THE INSTITUTION OF THE MERRIMACK HUMANE
SOCIETY…. Newburyport. 1883. 31p. Original soft wraps. Rare, 1883, pamphlet
published by The Merrimack Humane Society of Newburyport, Massachusetts
detailing (with illustrations and text) the "Method of Treatment" for
those who appear to be dead from drowning, accident or poisoning and including a
list of Society members and facilities. This fascinating, original 1883 Maritime
Life Saving Society Pamphlet measures approx. 5" x 7 1/4" and contains
31 pages plus its original paper wraps. It is fully titled "The Institution
of the Merrimack Humane Society, with the Methods of Treatment to be Used with
Persons Apparently Dead from Downing or Injured by Accident, or in Cases of
Accidental Poisoning.". Newburyport, 1883. Printed by William H. Huse &
Co. The Pamphlet begins with 10 pages of information on the founding of the
Society, its Acts of Incorporation and its By Laws. This is followed by the all
important "Directions for Restoring Persons Apparently Drowned" which
includes text and illustrations detailing life saving techniques. Next is a
treatment of basic Emergency First Aid and a detailed listing of various common
poisons and their antidotes. The final 7 pages of the Pamphlet are a listing of
the present officers and members of the Society, a report on the state of the
various shelter huts, a detailing of the equipment owned by the Society and its
location and the supplies on hand. The final pages give a complete list of all
deceased members of the Society since its founding in 1802. The dissemination of
this "Method of Treatment" for drowning victims was one of the most
important efforts of the Society in their effort to improve the survival rate of
those who were involved in shipwrecks along the coast. Clean, overall intact,
soft wraps a bit brittle and loosening at spine. Rare pamphlet. (VG-). $124.
REPORTS
5220a.
AN ADDRESS TO THE MEMBERS OF THE
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY, AT THEIR ANNIVERSARY MEETING, IN
NEWBURYPORT
, SEPT 3, 1805. Daniel Appleton White.
Newburyport
. 1805. Third Ed. 35pp. Marbled soft wraps, intact, slight chips. Interesting
discourse discusses the work of the society [Formed to augment the work of the
Mass. Humane Soc. in the
North
Shore
area] and particularly methods of restoring persons from drowning and apparent
death. Includes mention of premium to "Mr Lowell, keeper of the lights on
P. Island for assisting in saving the lives of a number of persons from a vessel
wrecked" and "Capt. Gage for his humane exertions in saving the lives
of 200 persons from the wreck of the ship Sarah." [for which he received
the sum of $31]. (FR-G). $95.
5338.
AN ADDRESS TO THE MEMBERS OF THE
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY AT THEIR ANNUAL MEETING IN
NEWBURYPORT
, SEPT. 2, 1806, by Samuel Cary.
Newburyport
. 1806. 46pp. Interesting discourse discusses the work of the society and
particularly methods of restoring persons from drowning and apparent death.
Speaks of the use of electricity to "excite the heart" and the use of
bellows to inflate the lungs. Discusses the erection of Huts of Refuge, with
complete list of members and funds expended. Wraps intact, slight moisture
staining, contents very clean, tight. Nice copy. (G). $100.
5222b.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY AT THEIR ANNIVERSARY MEETING, SEPTEMBER 1, 1812. John Andrews,
A,M.,
Newburyport
, 1812. 32pp. Soft front wrap intact. Provides 'solemn' observations and
reflections on the influence of humane institutions. Includes statement of
funds, premiums awarded and list of stations and huts including those possessing
"Inflators, Fumigators, Electrical Machines and Grappling Irons. Early
work. (G). $48.
8225.
A SERMON DELIVERED BEFORE THE MEMBERS OF THE
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY, AT THEIR ANNIVERSARY MEETING, IN
NEWBURYPORT
, SEPT. 4, 1804. Joseph Dana.
Newburyport
. 1804. 30pp. Interesting discourse discusses the work of the society [Formed to
augment the work of the Mass. Humane Soc. in the
North
Shore
area] and particularly methods of restoring persons from drowning and apparent
death. Includes statement of funds, premiums awarded and work performed on
stations and huts. Rare early report. (G+). $68.
 
27110.
Men of the U.S. Life Saving Service – Set of 3.
Harbour Lights Limited Edition #638 Joshua James and the Point
Allerton Surfmen. When Point Allerton Life Saving Station opened in 1889, Joshua
James was already sixty-two years old. The maximum entry age to join the USLSS
as keeper was forty-five. A year earlier, during the hurricane of 1888, James
fought his way to a total of six wrecks and saved 29 lives. He was awarded two
gold medals from the USLSS and the Massachusetts Humane Society. Clearly,
the man was in his prime. The service had the good sense to waive the hiring age
limit and appoint him as keeper of Point Allerton. Many, many future survivors
of shipwrecks at Hull would be thankful it did. As the USLSS annual report
stated, "wherever Joshua James and his crew went, they succeeded in getting
every man that was alive at the time we started for him, and we started at the
earliest moment in each case." It is with great pride that Harbour Lights
presented The Surfmen of the United States Life-Saving Service, four figurines
that depict the heroism and tenacity required of those who served. Every detail
tells part of their history: The patrol clock and punch key helped hold surfmen
accountable for their assigned stretch of coast. The patrol lantern helped spot
wrecks. Coston signals and Wigwag flags were used to communicate messages. The
cork vest was the first life vest. Most importantly, it is the expression in
their faces that truly tells their story. It is one of compassion, selflessness,
and a most uncommon valor. Suggested retail price was $60 when released in 2001.
Numbered #1070, box has been opened but is complete. Our price $54.
28151.
[life-saving certificate] Liverpool Shipwreck and
Humane Society. c.1910. “Certificate presented to Captain
William G. Turner, S.S. Ikalis for rescuing crew (five in number) of the sloop
Sunbeam in lat: 20.02, long: 62.25 on 25th July, 1910. The “Certificate” is
the Society’s most frequently used award and is second in order of importance.
There have been at least two versions of it to date. It measures 272 mm wide by
342 mm long and is framed and glazed. Its top left and right hand corners have
representations of the marine medal obverse and reverse on them. The certificate
is signed in pen by both the chairman and the secretary on behalf of the
committee. Bears beautiful detail and nice engraved images and fine hand written
script. Such award certificates are extremely rare. Printed by Sharpe &
Kellet Lithographers, Liverpool. In original mat and frame, some soiling and
light foxing from age but will clean up nicely. Overall framed size 18 ½” x
23 ½”. (VG). $288 net.
PHOTOCOPY
SETS:
C7188.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY, IN
BOSTON
: DELIVERED ON THE SECOND TUESDAY OF JUNE, 1787. By John Lathrop, D.D.
Boston
. 1787 by E. Russell. 47pp. Includes fine discourse on the purposes and work of
the Society, as well as a short history, listing of members and the treatment of
persons apparently dead from drowning. Lathrop relates the case of a convicted
robber who was resuscitated after hanging. A very scarce and quite early work.
(Photocopy $10.40).
C5559.
Chapter VIII. AN ACT TO INCORPORATE AND ESTABLISH A SOCIETY BY THE NAME OF THE
HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. [Contained within] ACTS AND LAWS PASSED BY THE GENERAL COURT OF MASSACHUSETTS:
Begun and held at Boston, in the County of Suffolk, on Wedbesday the
twenty-sixth Day of May, Anno Domini, 1790; and from thence continued by
Adjournment to Wednesday the Twenty-eighth Day of January following. Passed
February 17,1791
. Printed by Thomas Adams. 1p. Landmark initial Act establishing the
Massachusetts Humane Society, upon which all succeeding organized life-saving
efforts in the
United States
were based. Act provides for establishment and incorporation., affixes powers
and duties and provides for the establishment of regualtions within the Society
and the appointment of officers. Also establishes that the first meeting of the
Society shall be held in
Boston
. RARE. IMPORTANT WORK. (Photocopy $1).
C9408.
DISCOURSE ON THE SUBJECT OF ANIMATION DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
JUNE 11, 1792
. By John Bartlett.
Boston
. 1792 by Isaiah Thomas and Ebenezer T. Andrews. 40pp. Includes fine discourse
on the purposes and work of the Society, as well as a short history of this and
other similar societies, the mechanics of breathing, and the treatment of
persons apparently dead from drowning. Also contains the Act of Incorporation,
Rules and Regulations, Catalogue of Members, and more. Includes a listing of
premiums awarded for rescues. A very scarce and quite early work.
(Photocopy $8).
C7365.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
, AT THE SEMI-ANNUAL MEETING, ELEVENTH OF JUNE, 1793. By John Clarke.
Boston
. 1793 by Belknap and Hall. 36pp. Includes fine discourse on the purposes and
work of the Society, as well as a short history, listing of members and the
treatment of persons apparently dead from drowning.
Clark
also relates the case of a fifteen year old youth who was resuscitated after
drowning. Includes a listing of premiums awarded for rescues. A very scarce and
quite early work. (Photocopy $7.20).
C9427.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
AT THE SEMIANNUAL MEETING
JUNE 10, 1794
. By Thomas Barnard.
Boston
. 1794 by Joseph Belknap printer. 25pp. Includes a fine discourse on the
purposes and work of the Society. Also includes a Catalogue of Members of the
Humane Society, letters and correspondence describing rescues performed during
the year, listing of premiums awarded for rescues during the year, and more. A
very scarce and quite early work. (Photocopy $5.).
C9428.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
9th JUNE, 1795
. By John Brooks.
Boston
. 1795 by T. Fleet printer. 32pp. Includes a fine discourse on the purposes and
work of the Society and recent revolutions in the field of medicine. Also
includes letters detailing the erection of two Huts of Refuge constructed on
Nantucket
Island
. Also includes a Catalogue of Members of the Humane Society, letters and
correspondence describing rescues performed during the year, listing of premiums
awarded for rescues during the year, Methods of Treatment for those Apparently
Drowned, and more. A very scarce and quite early work. (Photocopy $6.40.).
C9426.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
AT THEIR SEMIANNUAL MEETING
JUNE 14th, 1796
. By
Chandler
Robbins.
Boston
. 1796 by Thomas. Fleet printer. 36pp. Includes a fine discourse on the purposes
and work of the Society and recent revolutions in the field of medicine. Also
includes a Catalogue of Members of the Humane Society, letters and
correspondence describing rescues performed during the year, listing of premiums
awarded for rescues during the year, funds spent in the erection and repair of
Huts of Refuge, Methods of Treatment for those Apparently Drowned, and more. A
very scarce and quite early work. (Photocopy $7.20.).
C9425.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
AT THEIR SEMIANNUAL MEETING
JUNE 12th, 1798
. By William Walter.
Boston
. 1798 by John & Thomas. Fleet printer. 48pp. Includes a fine discourse on
the purposes and work of the Society and on the human condition. Also contains
the Act of Incorporation of the Humane Society, Rules and Regulations, Methods
of Treatment for those Apparently Drowned. Also includes a Catalogue of Members
of the Humane Society, letters and correspondence describing rescues performed
during the year, listing of premiums awarded for rescues during the year, and
more. A very scarce and quite early work. (Photocopy $9.60.).
C9424.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED IN THE
CHURCH IN BRATTLE STREET IN
BOSTON
,
TUESDAY JUNE 11TH, 1799
, BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. By Isaac Hurd.
Boston
. 1799 by John & Thomas. Fleet printer. 23pp. Includes a fine discourse on
the purposes and work of the Society and on the human condition. Also contains a
listing of premiums awarded for rescues during the year and criteria for such,
Catalogue of Officers of the Humane Society, Summary of Methods of Treatment for
those Apparently Drowned, and more. A very scarce and quite early work.
(Photocopy $4.60.).
C5219.
MR. THATCHER'S DISCOURSE BEFORE THE [
Massachusetts
] HUMANE SOCIETY.
Boston
.
June 10, 1800
. 31pp. Discourse extols the virtues of the Society and its members and the work
that they perform. Includes a complete list of members, a listing of premiums
awarded for 1799-1800, as well as a statement of funds. Very early work.
(Photocopy $7.20).
C9423.
A SERMON PREACHED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
AT THEIR SEMIANNUAL MEETING
JUNE 9th, 1801
. Jedidiah Morse.
Boston
. 1801 by John & Thomas. Fleet printer. 53pp. Includes a fine discourse on
the purposes and work of the Society and on the human condition. Also contains
extensive letters and correspondence describing rescues performed during the
year, listing of premiums awarded for rescues during the year, funds spent in
the repair of Huts of Refuge, The Resuscitative Process and Methods of Treatment
for those Apparently Drowned, and more. A very scarce and quite early work.
(Photocopy $10.60.).
C5394.
A DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
AT THEIR SEMI-ANNUAL MEETING,
JUNE 8, 1802
. Eliphalet Porter.
Boston
. 1802. 46pp. No wraps. Includes information relative to the construction of
lifeboats of the Royal Humane Society, a schedule of huts erected for the
preservation of shipwrecked seamen, statement of premiums awarded, etc. Nice
early work. (Photocopy $10).
C555.
Freeman, James. A DESCRIPTION OF THE EASTERN COAST OF THE COUNTY OF BARNSTABLE,
FROM CAPE COD, OR RACE POINT...TO CAPE MALEBARRE, OR THE SANDY POINT OF
CHATHAM....POINTING OUT THE SPOTS ON WHICH THE TRUSTEES OF THE HUMANE SOCIETY
HAVE ERECTED HUTS, AND OTHER PLACES WHERE SHIPWRECKED SEAMEN MAY LOOK FOR
SHELTER. October 1802. By a Member of the Humane Society.
Boston
. 1802. 15pp. Very scarce, one of the first works to describe the outer
Cape
, its topography and early Humane Society huts. (Photocopy $5).
C5395.
A SERMON DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY, OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
, AT THEIR SEMIANNUAL MEETING,
JUNE 14, 1803
. John Sylvester John Gardiner.
Boston
. 1803. 43pp. No wraps. In addition to sermon, chronicles a number of rescues,
premiums awarded as well as a listing of huts and equipment. (Photocopy $10).
C7370.
A SERMON, DELIVERED
IN ST. PAUL
’s CHURCH,
NEWBURYPORT
,
SEPTEMBER 6, 1803
…. OF THE MERRIMAC HUMANE SOCIETY. by Rev. Edward Bass, D.D. 23pp. Speaks of
the work of the Society and the benevolent purposes for which they continue to
strive. Clean, tight, soft wraps signature bound. (VG). (Photocopy $4.60).
C8225.
A SERMON DELIVERED BEFORE THE MEMBERS OF THE
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY, AT THEIR ANNIVERSARY MEETING, IN
NEWBURYPORT
, SEPT. 4, 1804. Joseph Dana.
Newburyport
. 1804. 30pp. Interesting discourse discusses the work of the society [Formed to
augment the work of the Mass. Humane Soc. in the
North
Shore
area] and particularly methods of restoring persons from drowning and apparent
death. Includes statement of funds, premiums awarded and work performed on
stations and huts. Rare early report. (Photocopy $6).
C887.
A DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY, OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
, AT THEIR SEMIANNUAL MEETING,
JUNE 11, 1805
. Thomas Gray.
Boston
. 1805. 46pp. In addition to sermon, this annual report of the Society
chronicles a number of rescues, premiums awarded as well as a listing of huts
and equipment. Nice early report. (Photocopy $9.20).
C5220.
AN ADDRESS TO THE MEMBERS OF THE
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY, AT THEIR ANNIVERSARY MEETING, IN
NEWBURYPORT
, SEPT. 3, 1805. Daniel Appleton White.
Newburyport
. 1805. Third Ed. 35pp. Interesting discourse discusses the work of the society
[Formed to augment the work of the Mass. Humane Soc. in the
North
Shore
area] and particularly methods of restoring persons from drowning and apparent
death. Includes mention of premium to "Mr. Lowell, keeper of the lights on
P. Island for assisting in saving the lives of a number of persons from a vessel
wrecked" and "Capt. Gage for his humane exertions in saving the lives
of 200 persons from the wreck of the ship Sarah." [for which he received
the sum of $31]. (Photocopy $8).
C5221.
AN ADDRESS TO THE MEMBERS OF THE
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY AT THEIR ANNUAL MEETING IN
NEWBURYPORT
, SEPT. 2, 1806, by Samuel Cary.
Newburyport
. 1806. 46pp. Interesting discourse discusses the work of the society and
particularly methods of restoring persons from drowning and apparent death.
Speaks of the use of electricity to "excite the heart" and the use of
bellows to inflate the lungs. Discusses the erection of Huts of Refuge, with
complete list of members and funds expended. Nice early report. (Photocopy
$10.20).
C5393.
A DISCOURSE, BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY, OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. Thomas Danforth.
Boston
.
June 14, 1808
. 39pp. In addition to sermon, chronicles a number of rescues, property and
expenses of the Society, premiums awarded as well as a listing of members and
officers. (Photocopy $8).
C576.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS OF
THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF
MASSACHUSETTS
,
11 June, 1811
. by Lemuel Shaw. 24pp. Speaks of the work of the Society and the benevolent
purposes for which they continue to strive. (Photocopy $4.80).
C5222.
DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE
MERRIMACK
HUMANE SOCIETY AT THEIR ANNIVERSARY MEETING,
SEPTEMBER 1, 1812
. John Andrews, A,M.,
Newburyport
, 1812. 32pp. Provides 'solemn' observations and reflections on the influence of
humane institutions. Includes statement of funds, premiums awarded and list of
stations and huts including those possessing "Inflators, Fumigators,
Electrical Machines and Grappling Irons. Early work. (Photocopy $7.40).
C2104.
A DISCOURSE DELIVERED IN THE
CHAPEL
CHURCH
,
BOSTON
, BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. Henry Colman.
Boston
.
June 9, 1812
. 32pp. In addition to sermon, chronicles property and expenses of the Society,
premiums awarded as well as a listing of members and officers. (G). (Photocopy
$6.40).
C2105.
A DISCOURSE DELIVERED BEFORE THE HUMANE SOCIETY AT THEIR ANNIVERSARY, MAY 1817.
William Tudor, JUN. Boston. 1817. 64pp. In addition to sermon, includes a
detailed account of the origin and organization of the
Massachusetts
Humane Society, property and expenses of the Society, premiums awarded as well
as a listing of members and officers. (G). (Photocopy $12.80).
C5217b.
Massachusetts
Humane Society. STATEMENT OF PREMIUMS AWARDED BY THE TRUSTEES OF THE HUMANE
SOCIETY OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. FROM JULY 1817 TO APRIL 1829, EXTRACTS FROM THE CORRESPONDENCE, SCHEDULE OF
THE FUNDS, AND A LIST OF THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS, WITH AN APPENDIX.
Boston
. 1829. 60p. Very important, early reference on the subject, packed with
information on awards, accounts of rescues, listing of officers and members, an
account of the origins of the Society, and more. An important early account of
this renown predecessor to the Life-Saving Service. (Photocopy $13).
C575.
[
Commonwealth
of
Massachusetts
] House No. 35. Ordered that...be a committee to consider and report...what
measures should be taken...to furnish Life Boats for certain dangerous parts of
our coast...."
January 28, 1840
. 4pp. Discusses the work of the Humane Society, various successful rescues and
resolves to provide additional moneys for the purpose of furnishing Life-Boats.
(Photocopy $1).
C5138.
HISTORY OF THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF MASSACHUSETTS with a SELECTED LIST OF PREMIUMS
AWARDED BY THE TRUSTEES from its Commencement to the Present Time, Including
EXTRACTS FROM THE CORRESPONDENCE, A STATEMENT OF THE FUNDS, AND A LIST OF THE
OFFICERS AND MEMBERS.
Boston
. 1845. 90pp [of 96] Pp 91-96 of index missing. Includes interesting history
with important information on the construction of Huts of Refuge and lifeboat
stations. Also detailed listing of medals and premiums awarded from 1781 until
1845. (Photocopy $19).
C4138.
" CHARTER AND BY-LAWS OF THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
: Instituted 1786 with a Selected List of Premiums Awarded from June 1876 to
June 1880 and a List of the Officers and Trustees. Also a List of Lifeboats and
Mortar Stations with Other Data."
Boston
. 1880. 56pp. (Photocopy $11.20).
C3121.
HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
ANNUAL REPORT 1885,
Boston
(80pp). List of officers, lifeboat stations, awards and descriptions of rescues
performed during the year. At this period during the change to the USLSS, of the
87 lifesaving stations in
Mass.
, 52 were still operated by the Humane Society. RARE. (Photocopy $16).
C7112.
THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. REPORT 1892.
Boston
. 1892. 96p. Includes listings of Officers and Trustees, Officers past and
present, List of Life-Boats and Gun Stations, River and Harbor Stations, Life
Boat Service 1891-92, List of Awards 1891-92, General Summary of the Work of the
Society, Equipment of Stations, Instructions to Captains [of stations],
Directions for Restoring the Apparently Drowned, Charter, Statutes, By-Laws, and
a detailed List of Awards 1786 - 1891. A tremendous amount of information about
this important early predecessor to the Life-Saving Service.
(Photocopy $19).
C24128.
THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
. REPORT 1917-1918.
Boston
. 1918. 94p. Excellent report includes large fold-out map of the “Life Saving
Stations of the Humane Society”. In addition, includes of all sixty five
life saving stations and boat houses with their keepers, List of Persons to Whom
Awards were Granted 1916 to 1918, sample award certificates, Instructions to the
Captains of the Life Saving Stations [includes apparatus drills and operation,
Instructions to Seamen, Instructions for Saving Drowning Persons, Restoring
Persons Apparently Drowned, General Summary of the Work of the Society,
Equipment of Stations, Act of Incorporation, By Laws, List of Officers and
Trustees of the Society, List of Members, a detailed List of Awards Granted 1786
– 11918. A tremendous amount of information about this important early
predecessor to the Life-Saving Service. (Photocopy $20).
C2128.
THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE
COMMONWEALTH
OF
MASSACHUSETTS
, REPORT 1931-32-33.
Boston
1933. 46p. Includes report of activities including discontinuing of station on
Nantucket
, leaving eleven stations and two power boats in use. Also includes lengthy
statement of premiums awarded 1930-33, copy of Acts of Incorporation and
By-Laws, list of members, etc. Important later report and quite rare.
(Photocopy $9.20).
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