American penmanship class advertisement, Holmes Hole circa 1852 circle of line-and-scroll work encircling text: JN Macomber & Brothers respectfully inform the Ladies & Gentlemen of Holmes Hole and Vicinity that they propose to give a Course of Lefsons [Lessons] in the various branches of Penmanship. Practical and Ornamental in the South School house commencing Thurs. Eve May 29th a quarter before 8 o'clock. Terms $1.50 for 12 Lefsons in Practical Writing. From long and succefsful [successful] experience in their Profefsion they are confident that they can satisfy the reasonable expectations of all their patrons. Homes Hole May 19th 1852; framed. (Good condition. with center crease) overall H15 3/4" W18" *Note: Tisbury is named for Martha's Vineyard Governor Mayhew's home town in Wiltshire, England. Around 1673, the settlers of the Vineyard grew disenchanted with the governance of Governor Mayhew and petitioned the new governor of New York, appointed by William and Mary, the rulers of England at the time, for a change in leadership. Shortly thereafter, the Island was attached to Massachusetts by the new rulers. What we know as the town of Tisbury was originally known as Homes Hole, and then Holmes Hole. By 1850, the village of Holmes Hole had become a thriving community, partly due to the harbor's marine railways which were capable of hauling large vessels, a sail-loft, ship-chandleries, and two boat-yards on Lagoon pond.