Belle Smallidge Knowles and Stella P. Hill, two college-educated women living in Northeast Harbor in the early 20th century, thought the community could benefit from a woman’s club. The Woman's Literary Club of Northeast Harbor held its first meeting in 1908 and quickly gained membership. Club members actively wrote papers (many award-winning) ranging from poetry to local family histories and biographies of famous artists. Members also participated in community improvement projects, and attended state and national women’s club meetings. The club disbanded in 2000 due to dwindling membership (from item 6888).
Description: Belle Smallidge Knowles and Stella P. Hill, two college-educated women living in Northeast Harbor in the early 20th century, thought the community could benefit from a woman’s club. The Woman's Literary Club of Northeast Harbor held its first meeting in 1908 and quickly gained membership. Club members actively wrote papers (many award-winning) ranging from poetry to local family histories and biographies of famous artists. Members also participated in community improvement projects, and attended state and national women’s club meetings. The club disbanded in 2000 due to dwindling membership (from item 6888). [show more]
"It is a special tribute to the town of Bar Harbor, a diverse community surrounded by extraordinary scenery that inspired the original name, Eden. The magazine focuses on the rich heritage that created this community - how the town evolved from a fishing and farming community to a summer haven for wealthy socialites to a first-class tourist destination." Articles in this issue include: 1. A town they called Eden 2. Living on the Rocks 3. Boating to Bar Harbor 4. Bar Harbor's First Settlers 5. An island on fire 6. An education in ecology 7. Searching for a rustic life 8. A Cottage culture 9. A tale of Two Labs 10. Acaidia: One of America's Jewels 11. A friendly group 12. A bright future 13. Maps of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island Magazine available in the Archives.
Description: "It is a special tribute to the town of Bar Harbor, a diverse community surrounded by extraordinary scenery that inspired the original name, Eden. The magazine focuses on the rich heritage that created this community - how the town evolved from a fishing and farming community to a summer haven for wealthy socialites to a first-class tourist destination." Articles in this issue include: 1. A town they called Eden 2. Living on the Rocks 3. Boating to Bar Harbor 4. Bar Harbor's First Settlers 5. An island on fire 6. An education in ecology 7. Searching for a rustic life 8. A Cottage culture 9. A tale of Two Labs 10. Acaidia: One of America's Jewels 11. A friendly group 12. A bright future 13. Maps of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island Magazine available in the Archives. [show more]
Susan Dillon celebrates a joint August birthday with Douglas Dillon. She writes of a party with family and friends on Islesboro. Photograph of Susan & Douglas Dillon on their deck at Sea Watch in Northeast Harbor. Scan: cover, first pages only
Description: Susan Dillon celebrates a joint August birthday with Douglas Dillon. She writes of a party with family and friends on Islesboro. Photograph of Susan & Douglas Dillon on their deck at Sea Watch in Northeast Harbor. Scan: cover, first pages only
In this biography of David, Duke of Windsor, aka Edward VIII, Mrs. Dillon adds details of her encounters with the Duke, now Governor of the Bahamas, when she and her 1st husband, Ted Bassett, spent several months there in 1941. Many photographs. Missing pages: 38, 40, 42. Scan: cover, first pages only
Description: In this biography of David, Duke of Windsor, aka Edward VIII, Mrs. Dillon adds details of her encounters with the Duke, now Governor of the Bahamas, when she and her 1st husband, Ted Bassett, spent several months there in 1941. Many photographs. Missing pages: 38, 40, 42. Scan: cover, first pages only
Description: Supplement to the Mount Desert Island focusing on businesses, economic development, population statistics, and government in the county's towns.
Description: Supplemental publication to the weekly newspapers of World War II Veteran profiles. Included is a profile of Robert Graves of Northeast Harbor
Youth newspaper representing the youth groups in Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, and Bar Harbor. Joanna Robinson, of Northeast Harbor, is a leading contributor.
Description: Youth newspaper representing the youth groups in Southwest Harbor, Northeast Harbor, and Bar Harbor. Joanna Robinson, of Northeast Harbor, is a leading contributor.
"A guided tour of Maine's Lighthouses and Harbors from Kittery to Calais." Articles in this issue include: 1. Maine Lighthouse Museum 2. Keepers of the light share stories 3. Learn about Maine's harbors 4. South Coast - Casco Bay 5. Lower Kennebec & Boothbay area 6. Midcoast area 7. Penobscot Bay area 8. Eggemoggin Reach area 9. Mount Desert area 10. Downeast coast 11. Bold coast Newspaper available in the Archives.
Description: "A guided tour of Maine's Lighthouses and Harbors from Kittery to Calais." Articles in this issue include: 1. Maine Lighthouse Museum 2. Keepers of the light share stories 3. Learn about Maine's harbors 4. South Coast - Casco Bay 5. Lower Kennebec & Boothbay area 6. Midcoast area 7. Penobscot Bay area 8. Eggemoggin Reach area 9. Mount Desert area 10. Downeast coast 11. Bold coast Newspaper available in the Archives. [show more]
Description: Supplement to the Islander and Ellsworth American, this insert is about the people, places, and events on the Great and Little Cranberry Islands.
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.
Bicentennial letter and brochure about the events of the 200th birthday of Seal Harbor sponsored by the Seal Harbor VIS and Old Timers Club. The event was held at the Village Green; attended by 350+ people.
Description: Bicentennial letter and brochure about the events of the 200th birthday of Seal Harbor sponsored by the Seal Harbor VIS and Old Timers Club. The event was held at the Village Green; attended by 350+ people.
Description: Maine Coast Heritage Trust hold conservation easement on Schoolhouse Ledge in Northeast Harbor to prevent residential/commercial development.
At Ripples Hill, new owner, Judith Cullen, moves into one of the houses built as part of the Ripples Hill Workforce Housing Development. Three homes are currently planned.
Description: At Ripples Hill, new owner, Judith Cullen, moves into one of the houses built as part of the Ripples Hill Workforce Housing Development. Three homes are currently planned.
Public Health contributions by the summer residents of Mount Desert Island, specifically Mary Dows Dunham, in 1910-1930 regarding the safety of the milk supply. Article published in "Research Reports from the Rockefeller Archive Center", Fall 2002 (p. 10-14).
Description: Public Health contributions by the summer residents of Mount Desert Island, specifically Mary Dows Dunham, in 1910-1930 regarding the safety of the milk supply. Article published in "Research Reports from the Rockefeller Archive Center", Fall 2002 (p. 10-14).
2 newsletters: Summer 2005, Spring 2007 Town of Mount Desert newsletter featuring articles on Broadband internet service, schools, public works, fire department, and summer residents association.
Description: 2 newsletters: Summer 2005, Spring 2007 Town of Mount Desert newsletter featuring articles on Broadband internet service, schools, public works, fire department, and summer residents association.
Louise Libby--Article in the monthly newsletter of the Sonogee Rehab & Living Center about Louise Libby of Northeast Harbor, mother of Library Director Robert Pyle. This is a brief biographical sketch of her life, family, and interests. Bernice Pierce--Biographical profile of Bernice (Bunny) Pierce, Sonogee Resident
Description: Louise Libby--Article in the monthly newsletter of the Sonogee Rehab & Living Center about Louise Libby of Northeast Harbor, mother of Library Director Robert Pyle. This is a brief biographical sketch of her life, family, and interests. Bernice Pierce--Biographical profile of Bernice (Bunny) Pierce, Sonogee Resident
In 1995, Kathryn Suminsby & her husband Robert, life long & year -round residents of Northeast Harbor, placed a conservation easement on their Somes Sound property .
Description: In 1995, Kathryn Suminsby & her husband Robert, life long & year -round residents of Northeast Harbor, placed a conservation easement on their Somes Sound property .
Description: Hostages held in Iran from Nov. 1978-Jan. 1980 denied compensation from Iranian assets. Moorhead Kennedy of Mount Desert was among the hostages.