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Person/Organization: Jewett, George H.

Historical Items

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Item 1052

George H. Jewett, ca. 1920

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1920 Media: Photographic print

Item 13996

Letter concerning baggage delay in Omaha, 1873

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1873 Location: Omaha; Boston; Bangor Media: Ink on paper

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Item 1050

George and Ethel Jewett, ca. 1920

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1920 Media: Photographic print

Online Exhibits

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Canning: A Maine Industry

Maine's corn canning industry, as illuminated by the career of George S. Jewett, prospered between 1850 and 1950.

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Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In

Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.