Keywords: Rowboat ferry
Item 31744
Hallowell-Chelsea Ferry, Kennebec River, ca. 1917
Contributed by: Hubbard Free Library Date: circa 1917 Location: Hallowell; Chelsea Media: Postcard
Item 148207
Fireman ferry flooded residents, Saco, 1936
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society/MaineToday Media Date: 1936 Location: Saco Media: glass plate negative
Exhibit
MY ISLAND HOME: Verlie Colby Greenleaf of Westport Island
Verlie Greenleaf (1891-1992) bore witness to over a century of Westport Island's history. Many changes occurred during Verlie's 100-year life. Verlie Greenleaf donated photographs, personal notes, and sat for an interview in 1987, all part of the Westport Island History Committee's collection. Her words frame this exhibition, providing a first-person account of her life.
Exhibit
From Sewers to Skylines: William S. Edwards's 1887 Photo Album
William S. Edwards (1830-1918) was a civil engineer who worked for the City of Portland from 1876-1906. Serving as First Assistant to Chief Engineer William A. Goodwin, then to Commissioner George N. Fernald, Edwards was a fixture in City Hall for 30 consecutive years, proving indispensable throughout the terms of 15 Mayors of Portland, including all six of those held by James Phineas Baxter. Edwards made significant contributions to Portland, was an outstanding mapmaker and planner, and his works continue to benefit historians.
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Islesboro--An Island in Penobscot Bay - Water Transportation
"Boats of all sizes and types, from rowboats and small sailboats, to fishing boats were used for this purpose."
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Islesboro--An Island in Penobscot Bay - Historical Overview
"Many of Islesboro's first settlers owned small rowboats. Circling the island by water was easier than trying to navigate trails prior to the…"
