Maine Memory Network

Lincoln, Maine - Other Early Hospitals

"Many of the people in our town would be dead without the hospitals, which means there would be fewer jobs and workers."

Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Founding of the Farmington State Normal School

"The construction and renovation of the proposed buildings for the Normal School commenced in early 1864, but the facilities were not quite ready for…"

Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Brief History

"… spring, were almost totally destroyed because of lack of care. Farmers and lumbermen were performing soldiers’ duties."

Blue Hill, Maine - Educating Blue Hill

"In 1870, Blue Hill Academy closed due to lack of tuition. But this wasn't enough to douse the burning flame of education in Blue Hill."

Islesboro--An Island in Penobscot Bay - Historical Overview

"… of its insularity, having a small work force, and lack of lumber, sawmills and woodworking machinery, Islesboro never achieved the same success…"