Harwich
The town of Harwich possesses but little clam area. A few clams are obtainable on the shores of Pleasant Bay and Mud Creek in limited localities, while in the southern waters of the town there is some digging in Wychmere harbor and in Herring River. The total area of clam flats is not more than 1½ acres.
There are no regular clammers engaged in the business, all the clams dug being used only for home consumption.
In 1905 there was a town law restricting the digging in Wychmere harbor, except for bait, to one day in the week.
Comparison of 1907 with 1879.
| YEAR. | Production (Bushels). | Value. | Men. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1879, | 1,125 | $400 | 15 |
| 1907, | 100 | 100 | — |
Summary of Industry.
| Number of men, | — |
| Capital invested, | — |
| Production, 1907:— | |
| Bushels, | 100 |
| Value, | $80 |
| Total area (acres):— | |
| Sand, | 10 |
| Mud, | 10 |
| Gravel, | 10 |
| Mussels and eel grass, | — |
| Total, | 30 |
| Productive area (acres):— | |
| Good clamming, | 1 |
| Scattering clams, | 5 |
| Barren area possibly productive (acres), | 10 |
| Waste barren area (acres), | 14 |
| Possible normal production, | $2,400 |