Maine Memory Network

Lubec, Maine - The Blizzard of '34 - Page 1 of 2

"… Public Works Administration responded, and the governor ordered a State snowplow out to Lubec. “Driving pelting rain” on Tuesday January 23rd…"

Islesboro--An Island in Penobscot Bay - Early Settlements

"Hewes Point developed into Islesboro's second summer resort area in the 1880s, but was a year 'round community as well."

Life on a Tidal River - Early Railroads in Bangor - Page 1 of 2

"… on hand: the proprietors of the railroad, the Governor of Maine, the Governor-General of Canada, Lord Lisgar, General Joshua L."

Islesboro--An Island in Penobscot Bay - Historical Overview

"Governor Brann Ferry, Islesboro, ca. 1940Islesboro Historical Society Very soon, islanders saw the need for a boat that could transport several cars…"

Malaga Island: a story best left untold - Explore photos from the "Malaga Island: A Story Best Left Untold" documentary

"… such as the houses being dismantled and moved or Governor Plaisted's visit to the island. I had to find a way to visually portray the contrast of…"

Cumberland & North Yarmouth - Our Shared History - Page 1 of 4

"… as Wescustogo confirmed by Thomas Gorges, Deputy Governor for the Province of Maine. In later years the river came to be known as the Royal River…"

Skowhegan Community History - A Brief History of the Skowhegan Area

"Abner Coburn, who also served as Maine's 30th Governor in 1863-64, was additionally president of the Kennebec Log Driving Company."

Lubec, Maine - Timeline

"… and Roger’s Island • Incorporation approved by governor of Mass. • Warrant for first town meeting issued July 7, 1811 Signature Quilt, Lubec…"

Western Maine Foothills Region - Peru

"They also needed to vote for a governor, and senators for the districts. Merrill Knight was moderator of said meeting and 20 votes were recorded."

Presque Isle: The Star City - Arthur R. Gould

"The bill was vetoed by the Governor. Near the end of the legislative session, Gould saw his chance to re-introduce the bill."

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Life on a Tidal River - Narrative

"… Scott, President Van Buren's emissary, convinced Governor Fairfield to resolve this dispute with Great Britain through negotiations."