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9286Mount Desert Bridge Corporation - Declaration of dividend
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
  • Other, Bridges
  • 1/14/1841
Mount Desert Bridge Corporation - Declaration of dividend
Item:
  • 9286   
Object ID:
  • 1998.1091
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
Subject:
  • Other, Bridges
Date:
  • 1/14/1841
Description:
Statement and notice of dividend from John Black to William Thompson.
9287Declaration of dividend
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
  • Other, Bridges
  • 1/15/1840
Declaration of dividend
Item:
  • 9287   
Object ID:
  • 1998.1090
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
Subject:
  • Other, Bridges
Date:
  • 1/15/1840
Description:
Statement from John Black to William Thompson and declaration of dividend.
9288Mount Desert Bridge Company - Statement of tolls and expenses
  • Document, Financial, Bookkeeping Record, Account Book, Ledger
  • Other, Bridges
  • 6/1/1840
Mount Desert Bridge Company - Statement of tolls and expenses
Item:
  • 9288   
Object ID:
  • 1998.1089
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Bookkeeping Record, Account Book, Ledger
Subject:
  • Other, Bridges
Date:
  • 6/1/1840
Description:
Statement to John Black from William Thompson of tolls and expenses from 7/9/1839 - 1/1840.
1541The Holy Bible
  • Publication, Book
  • Other, Bible.
  • Other, Religion
  • American Bible Society
  • 1847.
The Holy Bible
Item:
  • 1541   
Object ID:
  • 996-76-76
Catalog:
  • Library
Type:
  • Publication, Book
Subject:
  • Other, Bible.
  • Other, Religion
Publisher:
  • American Bible Society
Date:
  • 1847.
Description:
"Containing the Old and New Testaments, translated out of the original tongues; and with the former translations diligently compared and revised." Written in front: "The property of Howard Richardson, Beech Hill, Mount Desert, Maine. Presented by _ _ _ _ _ . John Richardson. Sailed 1847 for South America. Lost off Cape Horn 1848." Written in back: "John Richardson's Book, Mt Desert, Me."
5615The Old Somesville Woolen Mill - built in 1847
  • Image, Photograph, Picture Postcard
  • 1847
The Old Somesville Woolen Mill - built in 1847
Item:
  • 5615   
Object ID:
  • 012-82-181
Catalog:
  • Photos
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Picture Postcard
Date:
  • 1847
Description:
Isaac Somes' woolen mill in Somesville. Three-story building, clapboards on front, shingles on side. Side facing brook shows 15 windows, five on each story. The front shows five windows and door on left. One chimney at front end of roof. Building sits on stone foundation. Bare trees surround mill. Printed at the bottom of the card "The OLD SOMESVILLE WOOLEN MILL-Built in 1847 CHRISTMAS GREETINGS". "Bob & Norma" written with pen on reverse. Image layer is torn/missing at top of postcard in a section approx 2" x 1/2" [show more]
12303Plates
  • Object, Eating Dish, Food Plate, Luncheon Plate
  • c. 1818-1848
Plates
Item:
  • 12303   
Object ID:
  • 995.45.45B
Catalog:
  • Objects
Type:
  • Object, Eating Dish, Food Plate, Luncheon Plate
Date:
  • c. 1818-1848
Description:
Black oriental design. Made by W. Adams and Sons of Staffordshire, England. Marked Jeddo. Most of this type were imported to the U.S. between 1818-1848. These three plates were used by members of the Somes family. Plates of this design were made by W. Adams and Sons of Staffordshire, England. They were imported into the United States between 1818 and 1848. These plates were used by members of the Somes family.
12448Old Somesville Woolen Mill-built in 1847
  • Image, Photograph, Photographic Print
  • Other, Buildings
  • 1847
Old Somesville Woolen Mill-built in 1847
Item:
  • 12448   
Object ID:
  • 997-470-636
Catalog:
  • Photos
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Photographic Print
Subject:
  • Other, Buildings
Date:
  • 1847
Place:
  • Somesville, Mt. Desert, Maine
Description:
Isaac Somes' woolen mill in Somesville. Three-story building, clapboards on front, shingles on side. Side facing brook shows 15 windows, five on each story. The front shows five windows and door on left. One chimney at front end of roof. Building sits on stone foundation. Bare trees surround mill. Marked on back, “The Woolen Mill along Somes Brook to Cemetery on other side of cemetery"
12641Methodist Hymns
  • Publication, Book
  • Other, Hymn Books
  • Other, Methodist churches
  • Other, Music & songs
  • 1849.
Methodist Hymns
Item:
  • 12641   
Object ID:
  • 996-111-11
Catalog:
  • Library
Type:
  • Publication, Book
Subject:
  • Other, Hymn Books
  • Other, Methodist churches
  • Other, Music & songs
Date:
  • 1849.
Description:
Includes first line and verse indices.
12642Church Psalmody
  • Publication, Book
  • Other, Hymn Books
  • Other, Psalms
  • Other, Religion
  • T.R. Marvin
  • 1842.
Church Psalmody
Item:
  • 12642   
Object ID:
  • 996-29-29
Catalog:
  • Library
Type:
  • Publication, Book
Subject:
  • Other, Hymn Books
  • Other, Psalms
  • Other, Religion
Publisher:
  • T.R. Marvin
Date:
  • 1842.
Description:
A Collection of Psalms and Hymns, adapted to Public Worship. Selected from Dr. Watts and Other Authors. Inscribed in front: Edwin Lord.
12666The Odd Fellows Gem
  • Publication, Book
  • Other, Clubs
  • Other, Handbook
  • Henry A. Brown
  • 1846
The Odd Fellows Gem
Item:
  • 12666   
Object ID:
  • 996-135-13
Catalog:
  • Library
Type:
  • Publication, Book
Subject:
  • Other, Clubs
  • Other, Handbook
Publisher:
  • Henry A. Brown
Date:
  • 1846
Description:
"Sentiments of Friendship, Love, and Truth," edited by a lady.
12673The China Aster or Youth's Book of Varieties, Vol. III
  • Publication, Book
  • Other, Moral & ethical aspects
  • S.H. Colesworthy
  • 1846
The China Aster or Youth's Book of Varieties, Vol. III
Item:
  • 12673   
Object ID:
  • 013.FIC.04
Catalog:
  • Library
Type:
  • Publication, Book
Subject:
  • Other, Moral & ethical aspects
Publisher:
  • S.H. Colesworthy
Date:
  • 1846
Description:
Collection of writings with moral lessons on various topics. Inscribed inside front cover: "Nancy C.J. Fuller, from her [?], Portland Maine, August 15, 1846? Youth literature.
13475Musket
  • Object, Armaments, Musket
  • c 1844
Musket
Item:
  • 13475   
Object ID:
  • 996-146-362
Catalog:
  • Objects
Type:
  • Object, Armaments, Musket
Date:
  • c 1844
Description:
U.S. Model 1842 Musket. .69 Caliber. Charge: 70gr ffg, paper cartridge. Marked, “Harper’s Ferry 1844 (may be 1849)”. Percussion. Smooth bore. Metal ramrod under barrel. Stud for affixing bayonet under muzzle. Visitor info - Springfield Service Rifle, made in Harper’s Ferry. Standard infantry arm. Designed as smoothbores, many were later rifled. Many saw use in early months of Civil War. This piece may be a Mexican War piece, or may be a relic from Bloodless Aroostook War. [show more]
13604Rifle
  • Object, Armaments, Rifle
  • c 1840
Rifle
Item:
  • 13604   
Object ID:
  • 995-107-107
Catalog:
  • Objects
Type:
  • Object, Armaments, Rifle
Date:
  • c 1840
Description:
Marked William Read Boston. Ramrod intact. Lock by Read & Son probably a replacement, it does not match drum. Full stock. Brass buttplate, iron furniture. Ignition: caplock Wood: walnut fullstock Caliber: 12 gage Donor info - property of John Somes son of Abraham Somes.
17016Black, John to Thompson, William
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
  • Other, Bridges
  • 1/12/1849
Black, John to Thompson, William
Item:
  • 17016   
Object ID:
  • **1104
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
Subject:
  • Other, Bridges
Date:
  • 1/12/1849
Description:
Statement and order of dividend to William Thompson from John Black.
17017Thompson, William to Black, John
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
  • Other, Bridges
  • 1/5/1849
Thompson, William to Black, John
Item:
  • 17017   
Object ID:
  • **1103
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
Subject:
  • Other, Bridges
Date:
  • 1/5/1849
Description:
Statement to John Black from William Thompson.
17018Black, John to Thompson, William
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
  • Other, Bridges
  • 1/12/1848
Black, John to Thompson, William
Item:
  • 17018   
Object ID:
  • **1102
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
Subject:
  • Other, Bridges
Date:
  • 1/12/1848
Description:
Statement and order of dividend to Capt. William Thompson from John Black.
17019Black, John to Thompson, William
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
  • Other, Bridges
  • 1/11/1847
Black, John to Thompson, William
Item:
  • 17019   
Object ID:
  • **1101
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Financial, Financial Statement, Bank Statement
Subject:
  • Other, Bridges
Date:
  • 1/11/1847
Description:
Statement and order of dividend to Capt. William Thompson from John Black.
17321The China Astor Vol III
  • Publication, Book
  • Other, Poetry
  • S.H. Colesworthy
  • 1846.
The China Astor Vol III
Item:
  • 17321   
Object ID:
  • 996-28-28
Catalog:
  • Library
Type:
  • Publication, Book
Subject:
  • Other, Poetry
Publisher:
  • S.H. Colesworthy
Date:
  • 1846.
14189Tremont Valuation of 1849
  • Document, Report
  • Other, History - Tremont
  • Other, Real Estate
  • 1849
Tremont Valuation of 1849
Item:
  • 14189   
Object ID:
  • 002-4-1-2201
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Report
Subject:
  • Other, History - Tremont
  • Other, Real Estate
Date:
  • 1849
Description:
Large cream-colored paper-bound record of holdings within the village of Tremont 1849; written on blue paper with ink.
5157Indian Cemetery.
  • Image, Photograph, Black-and-White Photograph
  • 1843
Indian Cemetery.
Item:
  • 5157   
Object ID:
  • 001-86.7
Catalog:
  • Photos
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Black-and-White Photograph
Date:
  • 1843
Description:
Photograph of Indian Cemetery. Taken at Somesville in 1843 by Benj. Joy, Ellsworth. Note: Most likely taken by Benj. Joy, Jr. and is a photograph of a photograph; place probably somewhere in the Andes. The Abbe Museum also has a copy as does the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian. Smithsonian says date is c.1923. Original record said this was taken at Somesville in 1843 by Benj. Joy, Ellsworth. New information received on Dec. 29, 2014 implies this photo was originally taken by a woman explorer, Harriet Chalmers Adams in the early twentieth century. See Granger Historical Stock photograph # 0253041. [show more]
5233The Old Somesville Woolen Mill-Built in 1847
  • Image, Photograph, Black-and-White Photograph
  • 1847
The Old Somesville Woolen Mill-Built in 1847
Item:
  • 5233   
Object ID:
  • 000-45
Catalog:
  • Photos
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Black-and-White Photograph
Date:
  • 1847
Description:
Isaac Somes' woolen mill in Somesville. Three-story building, clapboards on front, shingles on side. Side facing brook shows 15 windows, five on each story. The front shows five windows and door on left. One chimney at front end of roof. Building sits on stone foundation. Bare trees surround mill. sepia toned photograph Written on the back "Isaac Somes Woolen Mill on the Mill Stream" There is damage to the photo surface.
11448The Old Somesville Woolen Mill- built in 1847
  • Image, Photograph, Negative, Roll Film Negative
  • Other, Building
  • 1847
The Old Somesville Woolen Mill- built in 1847
Item:
  • 11448   
Object ID:
  • 97-830-1000
Catalog:
  • Photos
Type:
  • Image, Photograph, Negative, Roll Film Negative
Subject:
  • Other, Building
Date:
  • 1847
Place:
  • Somesville, Mt. Desert, Maine
Description:
Isaac Somes' woolen mill in Somesville. Three-story building, clapboards on front, shingles on side. Side facing brook shows 15 windows, five on each story. The front shows five windows and door on left. One chimney at front end of roof. Building sits on stone foundation. Bare trees surround mill. The title The OLD SOMESVILLE WOOLEN MILL -Built in 1847" is printed at the bottom of the negative.
45281847 tax bill with declarations of value of individual property; Town of Eden
  • Document, Government, Tax Roll
  • 1847
1847 tax bill with declarations of value of individual property; Town of Eden
Item:
  • 4528   
Object ID:
  • 007.167.1
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Government, Tax Roll
Date:
  • 1847
Description:
Two-sided paper: Side 1 is an inventory and valuation of taxable property (real and personal) of inhabitants of the Town of Eden for estate, county and town taxes dated May 26, 1847. Assessors are listed as Eben L. Higgins, John Salsbury, and ___ Mayo. Mill rate is given. On the reverse side is a chart showing property owners' names and the value of various kinds of property belonging to them. Paper is badly torn. and some words are missing. [show more]
3858Daniel Somes to Timothy Mason Deed
  • Document, Legal, Deed
  • Other, Deed
  • 06/23/1842
Daniel Somes to Timothy Mason Deed
Item:
  • 3858   
Object ID:
  • 011.FIC.10.4
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Legal, Deed
Subject:
  • Other, Deed
Date:
  • 06/23/1842
Description:
1p.
3914Petition re Thompson Island Bridge Deficiencies
  • Document, Request, Petition
  • Other, Thompson Island
  • 1843
Petition re Thompson Island Bridge Deficiencies
Item:
  • 3914   
Object ID:
  • 010.FIC.152.3
Catalog:
  • Archives
Type:
  • Document, Request, Petition
Subject:
  • Other, Thompson Island
Collection:
  • ame
Date:
  • 1843
Description:
1843 petition of grievances to House of Representatives concerning unattached, short piers, costly tolls, insufficient height and draw of bridge. Relates to original Trenton Bridge.