Maine Memory Network

Historic Hallowell - Johnny Stringer ~ A Character of Industry

"He made "big ones for ladies, and little ones for babies," and many a home in Hallowell still boasts of its "Johnny Stringer chair," which is…"

Lincoln, Maine - Carney's Store

"… store had a variety of clothing and shoes, even babies' shoes. People went to Carney’s for the personal service and for the convenience of the…"

Western Maine Foothills Region - A Man's Life in a Suitcase

"1920Mexico Historical Society His baby shoes, birth certificate, his mother's picture, and his high school athletic letter were found in the…"

Skowhegan Community History - Benedict Arnold's March

""A puking baby could build better boats out of blocks!" one man on the expedition is quoted as saying."

Mantor Library, University of Maine Farmington

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Presque Isle: The Star City - John R Braden

"… gave him those middle names in exchange for a baby lamb from their neighbor, Mr. Winslow. Willard moved to Presque Isle at the age of 16 and went…"

Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Brief History

"… Betsey, her brother, a small son and a newborn baby, whose birth had delayed their departure. They were stopped in Readfield by a tremendous…"

Cumberland & North Yarmouth - "Main Streets" of North Yarmouth and Cumberland

"… birthing house, where women came to deliver their babies. The Merrill Monument at the cemetery honors William and Louville Merrill; both men served…"