Keywords: National Christmas tree
Item 26924
Harvesting the 1959 National Christmas Tree, Presque Isle, 1959
Contributed by: Presque Isle Historical Society Date: 1959 Location: Presque Isle Media: Photographic print
Item 26958
Christmas tree frame work, Presque Isle, 1959
Contributed by: Presque Isle Historical Society Date: 1959 Location: Presque Isle Media: Photographic print
Exhibit
Christmas, a Christian holiday observed by many Mainers, has a very public, seasonal face that makes it visible to those of all beliefs.
Exhibit
Putting Men to Work, Saving Trees
While many Mainers were averse to accepting federal relief money during the Great Depression of the 1930s, young men eagerly joined the Civilian Conservation Corps, one of President Franklin Roosevelt's most popular programs. The Maine Forest Service supervised the work of many of the camps.
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Presque Isle: The Star City - National Community Christmas Tree - 1959
"Crane is attached to National Christmas Tree, Presque Isle, 1959Presque Isle Historical Society Once the tree is cut, it is delicately and carefully…"
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"Gathering balsam fir tips for the manufacture of Christmas wreaths, cutting fire wood and raking blueberries offers seasonal employment."
