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John Martin: Expert Observer - Alonzo E. Raynes diving off wharf, Hampden, ca. 1840

"Alonzo E. Raynes diving off wharf, Hampden, ca. 1840 Contributed by Maine Historical Society and Maine State Museum Description Alonzo E."

Historic Hallowell - The "World of Mirth" Carnival in Hallowell

"The spectacle of people on fire included their diving into a small barrel of water from high up! It was a family carnival but had some mature…"

Early Maine Photography - MHS Early Maine Photography Collections

"… at Maine Historical Society are loosely dived into three categories: The Vickery-Shettleworth Collection; MHS Compiled Collections; and photographs…"

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - Movies Come To The Island

"… ogling at the scantily clad mermaids, impressive diving tricks, and special effects. There were over 125 actors and crew on the island and they…"

Bath's Historic Downtown - Entertainment- Alameda and Opera House

"… display of watermanship, including thrilling dives and feats of grace, ability and endurance under water.” Bath Opera House advertisement for…"

Western Maine Foothills Region - Dixfield - Page 3 of 5

"… early history include Leonard Norcross and his Diving Armour, patented June 14, 1834; John J. Towle and his Combined Foot-Warmer and Lantern…"

Bath's Historic Downtown - The Sagadahock House and The Sagadahoc Block

"He then lent his diving suit to A.S. Hall. Hall went back to New Meadows and talked the engineer, Mr."

St. Croix Historical Society

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