Keywords: store clerks
Item 76530
First National Store, Biddeford, ca. 1940
Contributed by: An individual through Biddeford Historical Society Date: circa 1940 Location: Biddeford Media: Photographic print
Item 109073
V.A. Simmons & Co. store, Searsmont, ca. 1910
Contributed by: Penobscot Marine Museum Date: circa 1910 Location: Searsmont Media: Glass Plate Negative
Exhibit
LeBaron Atherton's furniture empire consisted of ten stores, four of which were in Maine. The photos are reminiscent of a different era in retailing.
Exhibit
A Snapshot of Portland, 1924: The Taxman Cometh
In 1924, with Portland was on the verge of profound changes, the Tax Assessors Office undertook a project to document every building in the city -- with photographs and detailed information that provide a unique view into Portland's architecture, neighborhoods, industries, and businesses.
Site Page
Presque Isle: The Star City - Eddie's Market
"Michaud’s store was on the corner of State and Exchange Streets. Eddie started his own store, Eddie’s IGA, which had a line of groceries and meats…"
Site Page
Presque Isle: The Star City - Bangor and Aroostook Train Station, Presque Isle, ca. 1908
"Large desk on right is high, requiring clerk to stand or use a very high chair. This clerk has a phone. A light bulb extends from the high ceiling."
Story
A Lifelong Romance with Retail
by George A Smith
Maine's once plentiful small retail stores.
