Maine Memory Network

John Martin: Expert Observer - Martin swing, Center Street, Bangor, 1864

"… activities. He wrote of that it was "the easiest swing I ever sit in," adding, "we have had gent & Ladies swing in it from New York Indianna…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - Circus swing, Boston, 1853

"Of the circus swing, he wrote, "The introduction of swing exercises on a rope as below commenced in this Circus which was as wonderful as any feats…"

John Martin: Expert Observer - Gate no 2 design, Bangor, 1867

"… grudgeons set in the centre of the posts so as to swing out or in as the case may require..." View additional information about this item on the…"

Historic Clothing Collection - 1960-1970 - Page 2 of 3

"… designers associated with the mini and new young ‘swinging’ fashions include English designers Mary Quant and Biba, American Bonnie Cashin, French…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Northern Maine Fair Memories - Page 1 of 3

"… the time when the Northern Maine Fair was in full swing, it was the main attraction in the area. All the families went."

Strong, a Mussul Unsquit village - Porter Lake

"There is rope swing there. Porter Lake is one of the most popular public places in Strong. Launching On The LakeStrong Historical Society Lying…"

Skowhegan Community History - The Skowhegan Island

"… working on the damSkowhegan History House The swinging bridge was originally built for a local farmer to make his distance onto the island shorter…"

Highlighting Historical Hampden - Expansion

"… a bowling alley, a dance hall, a merry-go-round, swings, a shooting gallery, a baseball throw, exhibit booths, movies, and picnic nooks."

Cumberland & North Yarmouth - Population Decline in Maine's Coastal Counties

"… Coastal Counties Maine in 1860 X Population swings Between 1790 and 1860, the population of Maine increased from 96,450 to 628,279."

John Martin: Expert Observer - John Martin's Journal

"Still, the economic swings of 19th-century America affected "The Lumber Capital of the World." Instability of credit and of money itself as well as…"

Highlighting Historical Hampden - Riverside Park

"… alley, merry-go-round, Ferris wheel, wooden swings, dancing pavilion, open-air stage casino, picnic spots along the shore, and even live alligators…"

Blue Hill, Maine - In Search of the Rustic Life

"As a way to relax, some rusticators spent time in swings, hammocks, and rocking chairs. Opportunities for sailing were offered by both The Homestead…"

Lubec, Maine - Klondike: Lubec's Gold from Sea Water Hoax

"… to Alaska!” (The Alaskan Gold Rush was in full swing at this time, the major difference being that actual gold was being found there.) So…"

Western Maine Foothills Region - Peru

"… the top of the pole, forty feet from the ground, swing his hat in the air and give the emblem of liberty a name."

New Portland: Bridging the Past to the Future - North New Portland Village

"… cents to get on a ride and the favorite was the swings. Another favorite attraction for Ms. Gorman and her friends was the food."

Mantor Library, University of Maine Farmington

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