Maine Memory Network

Olof Anderson's mail wagon, New Sweden, ca. 1922

Contributed by: Nylander Museum Date: circa 1922 Location: New Sweden Media: Photographic print

Announcement of Hallowell, Augusta & Bangor mail stage, 1826

Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1826-01-30 Media: Ink on paper

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A Field Guide to Trolley Cars

Many different types of trolley cars -- for different weather, different uses, and different locations -- were in use in Maine between 1895-1940. The "field guide" explains what each type looked like and how it was used.

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.

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Transportation Through the Years - Page 1 of 4

"… 1998.(3) The Scarborough Beach station provided mail service and goods for the large tourist population that stayed at hotels and inns of…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Roads: From Footpaths to Super Highway

"… as one of two deputies in charge of the colonial mail system. To overcome colonists’ suspicions that they were being overcharged on postage…"