Keywords: country doctor
Item 9950
18 Bodwell Street, Sanford, ca. 1900
Contributed by: Sanford-Springvale Historical Society Date: circa 1900 Location: Sanford Media: Photographic print
Item 16820
Home of Dr. Fred A. Bragdon, Main Street, Springvale, ca. 1900
Contributed by: Sanford-Springvale Historical Society Date: circa 1900 Location: Sanford Media: Print from Glass Negative
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Doing Good: Medical Stories of Maine
Throughout Maine’s history, individuals have worked to improve and expand medical care, not only for the health of those living in Maine, but for many around the world who need care and help.
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Poland Spring: Summering in Fashion
During the Gilded Age at the end of the nineteenth century, Americans sought to leave increasing urban, industrialized lives for the health and relaxation of the country. The Poland Spring resort, which offered a beautiful setting, healing waters, and many amenities, was one popular destination.
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Lincoln, Maine - Other Early Hospitals
"Both early and modern times had doctors who were trained. Some doctors could be specialized, like the osteopathic doctor."
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Historic Hallowell - This won't hurt a bit!
"Benjamin VaughanMaine Historical Society Doctor Benjamin Vaughan came to Hallowell in 1796. He was born in Jamaica where his family owned extensive…"
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My story about tours of duty in Vietnam
by Maynard Bradley
I served in the Army Special Forces as a Green Beret, it still effects me today.
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My father, Earle Ahlquist, served during World War II
by Earlene Chadbourne
Earle Ahlquist used his Maine common sense during his Marine service and to survive Iwo Jima
