Salem Collection (page 8)

BELL: TELEPHONE DEMO, 1877. Alexander Graham Bell demonstrating his telephone at Salem, Massachusetts, by speaking and singing to his assistant at Boston on 15 March 1877: contemporary engraving

ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL. Auditors at the Boston end of the Salem-Boston, Massachusetts, demonstration by Alexander Graham Bell of his telephone on March 15, 1877

Out of the wilderness A folk festival of the New Salem years of Lincoln. Poster showing a book and a stovepipe hat. Date between 1939 and 1943

Print shows people working along shore and wharf on the wate

The witch no. 3. Date c1892 Feb. 29

The witch no. 1. Date c1892 Feb. 29

Salem, Mass. Date 1854

The witch no. 2. Date c1892 Feb. 29

Grocery store, Salem, Illinois. Date 1940 Feb

Side street, Salem, Illinois. Date 1940 Feb

First Church, Salem, Massachusetts. Date c1902

New England Witches
The sinister appearance of a wolf at Salem Date: 1692

River in autumn woodland habitat, Cross River, Ward Poundridge County Park, Salem, New York State, U. S. A. november
River in autumn woodland habitat, Cross River, Ward Poundridge County Park, Salem, New York State, U.S.A. november

COTTON MATHER, 1693. Title-page of the 1693 London edition of Cotton Mathers The Wonders of the Invisible World dealing with the witchcraft delusions in New England

FARMER PLOWING. Farmer working in his field near the Moravian settlement of Salem, North Carolina. Watercolor, 1787, by Ludwig Gottfried von Redeken

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Reverend Cotton Mather of Massachusetts Bay Colony. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Salem witchcraft account, 1697
" A Modest Enquiry into Witchcraft, " by John Hale, 1697, title page of Boston printing, 1702. Halftone reproduction with a watercolor wash

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Hester Prynne wearing the Scarlet Letter A in a scene from Hawthornes novel. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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John Endecott of Massachusetts Bay Colony, with his signature. Hand-colored woodcut of a 17th-century portrait

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New England Puritan man bowing his head. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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New England colonists leaving church, 1600s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

A view of South Falls in Silver Falls State Park in Oregon

Engine Five, Salem fire department, 76 Washington Street

Wellington Academy, Hampstead Road (Dickens)
The Wellington Academy, Hampstead Road, London. The School attended by Charles Dickens between 1824 and 1826. The Salem House in David Copperfield

Salem Waterfront
A fine early view of the waterfront at Salem, with all kinds of marine activities taking place

Salem Witch Museum, Salem, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Friendship of Salem sailing ship, Salem, Greater Boston Area, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Derby Wharf Lighthouse, Salem, Greater Boston Area, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Salem Witch Museum, Greater Boston Area, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Pickering Wharf, Salem, Greater Boston Area, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Greater Boston Area, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Old Town Hall, Salem, Greater Boston Area, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Reflection of the State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon, United States of America, North America

Fountain and State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon, United States of America, North America

Derby House, 1761, the first brick structure built in Salem, owned by India merchant Elias Hasket Derby, Salem, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America, North America

Goult-Pickman House, dating from 1636, Charter Streeet, next to the Burying Point, Salems old cemetery, Salem, Massachusetts, New England, United States of America (USA), North America

Peirce-Nichols House, 1782, designed by Samuel McIntire for China merchant Jerathmiel Peirce, Salem, Massachusetts, New England, USA

Abraham & Melchisedek
When Abraham returns from his victory over the four great kings who had attacked Sodom, Melchisedek, king of Salem (Jerusalem), welcomes him with bread and wine

Salem Trial
A witch trial in Massachusetts - the accusing girls point at the victim : There is a flock of yellow birds around her head

Witches Hill, Salem

New England Witch
An old woman is arrested as a witch

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"Salem: Unveiling the Dark Chapters of History" Step into the haunting past with a journey through Salem, Massachusetts. Known for its notorious witch trials in 1692, this historic town holds court records that bear witness to the chilling testimonies of those accused during the Salem witch trials. One name that echoes through time is Tituba, an enslaved woman whose involvement in witchcraft accusations ignited a frenzy within the community. Her story serves as a reminder of how fear and hysteria can consume even the most innocent souls. As you wander through Salem's streets, you may stumble upon the House of Seven Gables. This iconic structure stands as a symbol of both mystery and history, captivating visitors with its dark secrets and hidden passages. Cotton Mather's Witchcraft book published in 1689 offers insight into the beliefs and practices surrounding sorcery during that era. Its pages reveal glimpses into a world where superstition reigned supreme. The testimony from witnesses at the Salem witchcraft trials paints a vivid picture of paranoia and suspicion gripping this once peaceful town. Innocent lives were lost amidst accusations fueled by ignorance and prejudice. Intriguingly, even beyond tales of witches, another sinister presence emerged within Salem's borders – demons allegedly lurking within Deacon Amos Giles' distillery. A wood engraving from 1844 depicts these malevolent forces at work, revealing society's struggle between temptation and morality. Burying Point cemetery stands as a solemn reminder of those who fell victim to these tumultuous times. Here lies their final resting place—a poignant testament to humanity's capacity for both good and evil. For those seeking further enlightenment on this dark chapter in history, visit The Salem Witch Museum located in Greater Boston Area. It provides an immersive experience delving deep into the events that unfolded centuries ago—allowing visitors to reflect on mankind's capacity for mass hysteria.