throwawaysscc t1_itlme48 wrote
Salem is a lovely town. It has its drawbacks like other towns. But, the houses built and financed by profit from China trade are, to my mind, extraordinary. Few places in the US compare to the intriguing history of Salem.
jingjishiyongnan t1_itlmqye wrote
I think just about every New England town has an old mansion built by opium money
throwawaysscc t1_itlpytk wrote
These New England immigrants were the Perdue Pharma of their day it seems.
seenameangreenbean t1_itmxf20 wrote
It's cool and pretty, but not very nice to actually live in IMO. I tried to live there twice and ended up disliking it both times.
throwawaysscc t1_itns61n wrote
My ancestors landed there and stayed for a century so I’m biased, but see how it’s awful in spots. Commuter rail is a plus though.
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