A compilation of articles on the development of the Mount Desert Island area which appeared in the Bar Harbor Times between July 23 and August 27, 1987 (2 copies).
Description: A compilation of articles on the development of the Mount Desert Island area which appeared in the Bar Harbor Times between July 23 and August 27, 1987 (2 copies).
In December 2000, The Bar Harbor Times published this "Special Millennium Edition" in 2 sections: A (cover-8) and B (9-19). Some of the events covered are "The Timeline of Maine History" (4) and other special events pertaining to the history of Mount Desert Island.
Description: In December 2000, The Bar Harbor Times published this "Special Millennium Edition" in 2 sections: A (cover-8) and B (9-19). Some of the events covered are "The Timeline of Maine History" (4) and other special events pertaining to the history of Mount Desert Island.
This newspaper copy covers 150 years since the city's incorporation in 1834. Bangor began in 1769 when the first white settler, Jacob Buswell made his home there. It is divided in 8 sections: 1834-1841 Out of the woods 1842-1872 Boom town 1873-1895 Turning the tide 1896-1911 A new century 1912-1931 Out of the ashes 1932-1945 The lean years 1946-1968 Prosperous peace 1969-1984 Building on past
Description: This newspaper copy covers 150 years since the city's incorporation in 1834. Bangor began in 1769 when the first white settler, Jacob Buswell made his home there. It is divided in 8 sections: 1834-1841 Out of the woods 1842-1872 Boom town 1873-1895 Turning the tide 1896-1911 A new century 1912-1931 Out of the ashes 1932-1945 The lean years 1946-1968 Prosperous peace 1969-1984 Building on past
A weekly newspaper covering the events of the communities on MDI, the schools, births, deaths, marriages and other important news or items of interest that occur.
Description: A weekly newspaper covering the events of the communities on MDI, the schools, births, deaths, marriages and other important news or items of interest that occur.
Autobiographical account of a trip to Venice, staying at the Gritti Palace Hotel on the Grand Canal (with 3 photographs). Scan: cover, first pages only
Description: Autobiographical account of a trip to Venice, staying at the Gritti Palace Hotel on the Grand Canal (with 3 photographs). Scan: cover, first pages only
The Forest Hill Society was a women's group mainly focused on raising money to help defray costs at the Forest Hill Cemetery. This ledger covers a period of 13 years, between March 1958 and January 1971.
Description: The Forest Hill Society was a women's group mainly focused on raising money to help defray costs at the Forest Hill Cemetery. This ledger covers a period of 13 years, between March 1958 and January 1971.
In July 1888, a group of young people from Philadelphia set off for a holiday in Maine, destination Mount Desert Island. This privately published travel journal recounts with humor their adventures during those days of fun and discovery. This volume belongs to Sarah Carter and contains 36 sepia photographs. The entire journal (cover image) as well as the individual photographs have been scanned. From the Preface: "As the summer of 1888 drew near, some young friends put their heads together to arrange a pleasant trip, and realizing that it is not good for man (and consequently woman) to be alone, they decided to take pity on a few of the sons of Adam, of George Fox persuasion, inviting them to join in an excursion to Mt. Desert; for which said sons of Adam desire to express their true and lasting gratitude." From the estate of John Welsh Drayton and Cynthia Whitney Drayton. Donated to the Library by Mr. Whitney Drayton.
Description: In July 1888, a group of young people from Philadelphia set off for a holiday in Maine, destination Mount Desert Island. This privately published travel journal recounts with humor their adventures during those days of fun and discovery. This volume belongs to Sarah Carter and contains 36 sepia photographs. The entire journal (cover image) as well as the individual photographs have been scanned. From the Preface: "As the summer of 1888 drew near, some young friends put their heads together to arrange a pleasant trip, and realizing that it is not good for man (and consequently woman) to be alone, they decided to take pity on a few of the sons of Adam, of George Fox persuasion, inviting them to join in an excursion to Mt. Desert; for which said sons of Adam desire to express their true and lasting gratitude." From the estate of John Welsh Drayton and Cynthia Whitney Drayton. Donated to the Library by Mr. Whitney Drayton. [show more]
Several clipped articles about the 1943 war time activity in the Town of Mount Desert. Focus on residents: Wilma Clark Eaton, Herbert Thomas (town manager), servicemen Fred Ralph, James McElroy, Ray Young, and Charles Stover.
Description: Several clipped articles about the 1943 war time activity in the Town of Mount Desert. Focus on residents: Wilma Clark Eaton, Herbert Thomas (town manager), servicemen Fred Ralph, James McElroy, Ray Young, and Charles Stover.
Description: Supplement to the Islander and Ellsworth American, this insert is about the people, places, and events on the Great and Little Cranberry Islands.
Article about residents of Mount Desert Island's Seal Harbor and Northeast Harbor elite. Photographs by Jennifer Livingston. Published in "WMagazine", October 2003.
Description: Article about residents of Mount Desert Island's Seal Harbor and Northeast Harbor elite. Photographs by Jennifer Livingston. Published in "WMagazine", October 2003.
History of the Thuya Gardens in Northeast Harbor with layout chart and many Photographs, including one of Joseph Curtis, the original owner. Published in Arts & Crafts Homes, Summer 2006
Description: History of the Thuya Gardens in Northeast Harbor with layout chart and many Photographs, including one of Joseph Curtis, the original owner. Published in Arts & Crafts Homes, Summer 2006
Newspaper supplement published by the Bar Harbor Times covering sightseeing and activities on and around Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park. Volume 3, No. 3. Published on July 17, 1970.
Description: Newspaper supplement published by the Bar Harbor Times covering sightseeing and activities on and around Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park. Volume 3, No. 3. Published on July 17, 1970.
Supplement to the Bar Harbor Times about the 1947 Bar Harbor Fire, with numerous articles and photographs. Editor: Diana Abrell Coordinator and writer: LaRue Spiker Research by Kristi Hempel
Description: Supplement to the Bar Harbor Times about the 1947 Bar Harbor Fire, with numerous articles and photographs. Editor: Diana Abrell Coordinator and writer: LaRue Spiker Research by Kristi Hempel
A Thumbnail History of Wadsworth Park in Northeast Harbor. The Park is a mission to the village in Northeast Harbor by the Union Church and is the property of the church.
Description: A Thumbnail History of Wadsworth Park in Northeast Harbor. The Park is a mission to the village in Northeast Harbor by the Union Church and is the property of the church.
Ecological and demographical notes in the development of Sutton Island; families include Lancaster, Wheelwright, Burnham, King, Gilley, Moore, Hawtin, & Stimson.
Description: Ecological and demographical notes in the development of Sutton Island; families include Lancaster, Wheelwright, Burnham, King, Gilley, Moore, Hawtin, & Stimson.
Article about the efforts by the Maine Coast Heritage Trust to preserve the uninhabited part of Frenchboro. Published in the "Bar Harbor Times" on October 12, 2000.
Description: Article about the efforts by the Maine Coast Heritage Trust to preserve the uninhabited part of Frenchboro. Published in the "Bar Harbor Times" on October 12, 2000.
1: Estate of James H. Branscom Appraisal 2: Warranty Deed 3: Quite-claim Deed 4: The Manchester Family paper by Mrs. Minnie F. Manchester Two CDs with digital copies of these items, for which these are print outs. Contents of Curtis Phelps Collection: CD1: - Main Street: 5 B/W images of Main Street, Northeast Harbor - 13 images of Northeast Harbor and Mount Desert area: 1. Asticou Inn 2. Glen Cove Hotel 3. J. H. Brancsom 4. Jordan Pond House 5. Jordan Pond 6. Manchester Point 7. Me Centeral R R ferry 8. Northeast Harbor 9. Rock End Hotel 10. Seal Harbor 11. Seaside Inn 12. Sloop Alice Marion 1921 13. Tarn - Old postcards: 1. Steamer J. T. Morse 2. Bar Harbor 1890 3. Claremont 1900's 4. Handlock Pont 1910 5. IGA 6. Northeast Harbor 1920 7. Seaside and Glen Cove hotels 8. Somes Sound 9. Somesville 1900's 10. Steamer Mount Desert
Description: 1: Estate of James H. Branscom Appraisal 2: Warranty Deed 3: Quite-claim Deed 4: The Manchester Family paper by Mrs. Minnie F. Manchester Two CDs with digital copies of these items, for which these are print outs. Contents of Curtis Phelps Collection: CD1: - Main Street: 5 B/W images of Main Street, Northeast Harbor - 13 images of Northeast Harbor and Mount Desert area: 1. Asticou Inn 2. Glen Cove Hotel 3. J. H. Brancsom 4. Jordan Pond House 5. Jordan Pond 6. Manchester Point 7. Me Centeral R R ferry 8. Northeast Harbor 9. Rock End Hotel 10. Seal Harbor 11. Seaside Inn 12. Sloop Alice Marion 1921 13. Tarn - Old postcards: 1. Steamer J. T. Morse 2. Bar Harbor 1890 3. Claremont 1900's 4. Handlock Pont 1910 5. IGA 6. Northeast Harbor 1920 7. Seaside and Glen Cove hotels 8. Somes Sound 9. Somesville 1900's 10. Steamer Mount Desert [show more]
A petition from the inhabitants of Cranberry Isles requesting that the islands be set apart from the town of Mount Desert as a separate town. James Kelley, constable of Mount Desert
Description: A petition from the inhabitants of Cranberry Isles requesting that the islands be set apart from the town of Mount Desert as a separate town. James Kelley, constable of Mount Desert