Annual Report of the Park Department, Boston Department of Parks 86 (1887)

3. [It is forbidden] To throw stones or other missiles; to discharge or carry firearms, except by members of the Police Force in the discharge of their duties; to discharge or carry firecrackers, torpedoes or fireworks; to make fires; to have any intoxicating beverages; to sell, to offer or expose for sale, any goods or wares; to post or display signs, placards, flags, or advertising devices; to solicit subscriptions or contributions; to play games of chance, or have possession of instruments of gambling; to utter profane, threatening, abusive or indecent language, or to do any obscene or indecent act; to bathe or fish; to solicit the acquaintance of, or follow, or otherwise annoy other visitors.