Maine Memory Network

John Martin: Expert Observer - 1st Maine Heavy Artillery, Bangor, 1865

"… Infantry, returned to Bangor in September 1865, greeted by a large crowd. John Martin, a Bangor accountant and shopkeeper, wrote about their…"

Historic Hallowell - Meeting at Koussinok

"Settlers were greeted warmly by the “gentle Abenaki” and were able to exchange their corn for 700 pounds of furs."

Historic Hallowell - Hallowell History From a 7th Grade Perspective

"… Library, next on to the cemetery where they were greeted by Sam Webber in his top hat, and last a tour of Hallowell's Museum in the Streets…"

Lubec, Maine - S.S. Cumberland: Steamer Brought Passengers and Prosperity to Lubec but Met Tragic End

"Barry Thompson, the purser, presented the freight list which began with the following introduction: “We greet the people of Lubec."

John Martin: Expert Observer - Dancing Fraternity, City of Bangor, 1868

"… at once brought out of apparent confusion, he was greeted with applause." The article called Martin a "Terpsichorean of the old school," and…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Aroostook Valley Railroad

"The big red trolley cars were greeted very enthusiastically with bunting and flags, speeches, dignitaries, and music."

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

"… speeches—and those of the other guests—were greeted with enthusiastic cheers, and the decorations were much remarked on."

Lincoln, Maine - Other Early Hospitals

"… got to the hospital, the very hospitable staff greeted them warmly. “It’s not nice to see you here again, but it is nice to see you Mr. Jimenez."

Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Railroad into the Village

"Dec. 8, 1870: Saturday night our citizens were greeted with the whistle of the first through train to this village."

Presque Isle: The Star City - History of Presque Isle

"… city limits from south on Route 1, travelers are greeted with a sign that says “Welcome to Presque Isle, the Hub of Aroostook County.” The…"

Mantor Library, University of Maine Farmington

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