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History of Hubbardston, (Worcester County) Massachusetts

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Biographies:

Biographical Sketch of Jonas Gilman Clark

Jonas Gilman Clark, philanthropist, was born in Hubbardston, Mass., Feb. 1, 1815. He learned the carriage-maker's trade, and then became a manufacturer of tinware. In 1853 he went to San Francisco, where he amassed a fortune in real estate, and in 1880 he removed to Worcester, Mass. In 1887 he endowed Clark University, at Worcester, with $2,000,000. He also presented a fine public library to his native town. He died in Worcester, Mass., May 23, 1900.

From: Twentieth Century Biographical Dictionary of Notable Americans, Johnson, Rossiter, editor

Massachusetts Facts:
Tree: American elm
Bird: chickadee
Flower: mayflower (trailing arbutus)
Nickname: Bay State, Old Colony State
Motto: Ense Petit Placidam Sub Libertate Quietem (By the Sword We Seek Peace, But Peace Only Under Liberty)
Area (sq. mi.): 8,257
Capitol: Boston
Admitted: 6 Feb 1788

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