Maine Memory Network

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

"Dorothy got involved with harness racing because her husband John enjoyed watching the races. Her son, Jimmy one of her five children, started racing…"

Historic Hallowell - Early Industry and Bombahook

"A walk along the stream bank reveals pieces of chalk and flint to this day imported from Dover, England to try to make a go of the sandpaper business."

Presque Isle: The Star City - John R Braden

"… in 1950 paying tribute to the beloved local harness horse for which this theatre was named. Presque Isle Historical Society John R Braden was…"

Early Maine Photography - Occupational

"Other trades include printing and harness making. Five tintypes of Bangor origin depict river drivers in their work clothes and spiked leather boots."

Life on a Tidal River - Bass Park: A History of Fillies, Fame, and Fun

"Beginnings Harness racing at the Bass Park, Bangor, ca. 1915Bangor Public Library Bass Park is a historic park in Maine."

Western Maine Foothills Region - For The Love Of Paper - Page 1 of 4

"The waters were diverted to canals to service the paper making facilities along the canal banks. Railroad service was also extended by Hugh J."

Blue Hill, Maine - A Real Downeast County Fair

"… to expand the Fair and a newly-built park for harness racing was perfect. Horse racing has a long history in the State and Blue Hill is still known…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Arthur R. Gould

"He spent the last $780 of his savings to buy a harness shop only to then discover there was a $2,500 mortgage on the business."