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Quarry rails from the quarry dock to the quarry, Swan's Island, ca. 1900

Swan's Island: Six miles east of ordinary - Baird's Quarry history

"… wherever there was a small field of stone to be carved by an individual. These were named for their characteristic of “moving” whenever the rock…"

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Hallowell-built "Topaz," 1828

Historic Hallowell - Shipbuilders, Sailors and Whaling Men

"Allen’s special talent was the carving of ships’ figureheads. The family of Allen and Charity (Pierce) Drew included five sons, three of whom were…"

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Men carrying a whale fin, Ragged Island, 1927

Historic Hallowell - Whaling

"Rock carvings have shown several whales being surrounded by boats as if they were being whaled. During the 11th century, the Basques realized that…"

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Highlighting Historical Hampden - Buttons

"Carved and painted into the buttons are various designs: lines and dots, animals, words, the faces of coins, and more."