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Packing watchstraps, Lubec, ca. 1988

Contributed by: Lubec Historical Society Date: circa 1988 Location: Lubec Media: Photographic print

Washington County Through Eastern's Eye

Images taken by itinerant photographers for Eastern Illustrating and Publishing Company, a real photo postcard company, provide a unique look at industry, commerce, recreation, tourism, and the communities of Washington County in the early decades of the twentieth century.

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.

Lubec, Maine - Lubec History

"Lawrence, E.M., “A History of Sardine Canning”, The Canning Trade, January, 1914. “Lubec … 1800: A Century of Progress”, The Herald Magazine…"

Mantor Library, University of Maine Farmington

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