Keywords: Western Union Telegraph
Item 74468
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1900 Media: Wood, brass, cast iron
Item 31077
Flood, Merchants Row, Hallowell, 1896
Contributed by: Hubbard Free Library Date: 1896 Location: Hallowell Media: Photographic print
Exhibit
Wired! How Electricity Came to Maine
As early as 1633, entrepreneurs along the Piscataqua River in southern Maine utilized the force of the river to power a sawmill, recognizing the potential of the area's natural power sources, but it was not until the 1890s that technology made widespread electricity a reality -- and even then, consumers had to be urged to use it.
Exhibit
For one hundred years, Acadia National Park has captured the American imagination and stood as the most recognizable symbol of Maine’s important natural history and identity. This exhibit highlights Maine Memory content relating to Acadia and Mount Desert Island.
Site Page
Bath's Historic Downtown - History Overview
"… beginning of more permanent settlement along the western side of the river in what became known as the town of Kennebec."
Site Page
Presque Isle: The Star City - History of Presque Isle
"… stores, blacksmith shops, schools, post office, telegraph lines and a telephone service. Residents found they could be entertained at opera houses…"
