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Western Maine Foothills Region - Mexico - Page 3 of 3

"… and, as the population grew, other forms of recreation were found: dance halls, pool rooms, boxing matches, horse racing, a movie theater."

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Harness racing at the Bass Park, Bangor, ca. 1915

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

"1915Bangor Public Library This wonderful outdoor recreational park has attracted people from all over to the huge variety of events and attractions…"

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Cumberland & North Yarmouth - Skyline Farm - Making and Preserving History

"… carriage & sleighs and provides educational and recreational programs based on the role of horse-drawn transportation in the cultural, social and…"

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Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Brief History

"… rail beds have been converted into heavily-used recreational trails. As the popularity of train transportation grew, it allowed more isolated…"

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Life on a Tidal River - Four Famous Bangorians

"He has funded recreation programs in Bangor, Maine, educational institutions, library rebuilding programs, and poverty alleviation measures."

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Lubec, Maine - Lubec History

"… to Lubec, lured by the area’s natural beauty and recreational opportunities. Many of these people have purchased second homes here, established…"