The Bay State Monthly — Volume 2, No. 5, February, 1885

** "The Bay State Monthly — Volume 2, No. 5, February, 1885" by Various is a magazine all about the rich history and culture of Massachusetts. It starts by telling the story of William Gaston, a notable figure whose life and family history are closely tied to the state’s past. The magazine tracks Gaston's family roots all the way back to the French Huguenots and the first people who settled in America, and it shows how his early schooling and work as a lawyer helped him become governor of Massachusetts. By looking at Gaston's journey—his goals, what he struggled with, and what he achieved—the magazine aims to give readers a better understanding of the bigger picture of the time, as well as how a single person's life can capture the spirit of an entire era. **