Maine Memory Network

Historic Hallowell - Johnny Stringer ~ A Character of Industry

"… of the more common, but interesting, products was handmade clothes pins produced by one of the city’s more colorful tradesmen, Johnny Stringer."

Mount Desert Island: Shaped by Nature - The Indian Encampment

"… to the Wabanaki village to peruse and purchase handmade baskets and a host of other wares. In addition to goods that could be carried away in hand…"

Biddeford History & Heritage Project - VIII. Changing course and new beginnings (1955-Present) - Page 2 of 2

"A handmade arch over the walkway to the former Laconia Mill Building #3, which--now home to shops, cafes, and residences-- reads, "Resurgam", Latin…"

Highlighting Historical Hampden - Buttons

"Glass jars and minuscule handmade envelopes- all filled with wonders. The buttons are small and large, some washed, some still packed with dirt."

Mantor Library, University of Maine Farmington

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