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18617Poem on the Bann of Cars to the Towns of Mount Desert and Southwest Harbor
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Automobile driving
  • Other, Bicentennial oak tree
  • Other, Bicentennial Committee
  • May 26, 1961
Description:
Article and poem about the town of Mount Desert rejecting the allowing of cars within the town limits. Previously archived as 011.FIC.71.8
2858Tree Planting May 26, 1961
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Automobile driving
  • Other, Bicentennial oak tree
  • Other, Bicentennial Committee
  • May 26, 1961
Description:
Picture of tree planting for Somesville bicentennial Previously archived as 011.FIC.71.8
19305Seal Harbor Library
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • June 1967
Description:
Collection consists of three boxes of archival files donated by the Seal Harbor Library pertaining to the history of Seal Harbor village and Acadia National Park. An itemized summary of each boxes' contents is enclosed in each box. Photograph from unknown newspaper. Showing two librarians helping two children find books for a school project.
19272The Eyrie
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Jan 31, 1963
Description:
Collection consists of three boxes of archival files donated by the Seal Harbor Library pertaining to the history of Seal Harbor village and Acadia National Park. An itemized summary of each boxes' contents is enclosed in each box. Article from the Bar Harbor Times on the demolition of The Eyrie the estate of John D. Rockefeller.
18625At MD [sic] Historical Society Annual Meeting Old -Timers Provide Lesson on History of the Island .
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Bridges
  • August 26, 1965
Description:
Article about the Mount Desert Island Historcal Society Annual meeting and the stories which were told by long time residents of the Island. Information presented went as far back as 1899. From the Bar Harbor Times August 26, 1965
2815Wetlands and Marshes
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Acadia National Park
  • Other, Marshes
  • Bar Harbor Times
  • 9/7/1967
Description:
Newspaper photograph illustrating a marsh which is preserved in Acadia National Park. Marsh is near Echo Lake Sand Beach. Previously archived as object id 012.FIC.029.8
2741Southwest Harbor Man Authors Book on Bird-Carving and Secrets of his Craft
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Authors
  • Other, Bird Carving
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 9/28/1961
Description:
Two copies of an article published on two pages announcing the publication of the book "Bird Carving: A Fascinating Hobby" authored by Southwest Harbor carver, Wendell Gilley. One copy of the article includes a photograph of a carved duck done by Gilley. Previously archived as object Id 012.fic.047.32
2723Bakers Island Lighthouse Photo
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Bakers Island Light
  • Unknown
  • 9/20/1962
Description:
Newspaper photograph with brief description of Bakers Island Lighthouse.
19343Recollections of Dr Henry Stebbins, 1962
  • Publication, Literary, History
  • 9/14/1962
Description:
Collection consists of three boxes of archival files donated by the Seal Harbor Library pertaining to the history of Seal Harbor village and Acadia National Park. An itemized summary of each boxes' contents is enclosed in each box. Some recollections from Dr. Hrney Stebbins written in September 14, 1962 about the summer life on Seal Harbor, Maine. Topics: 1917 thunderstorm which locals called the Allied Bombardment, 1924 'hurricane' and the rescue of the boat Andiamo, building of the cottage "Miradero". 1 typed page. [show more]
2707Kimball House
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Hotels
  • 9/1/1966
Description:
Bar Harbor Times. Photo of the Kimball House by LaRue Spiker captioned, “Change Fell Another Giant.”
2798Scientists Milk Sand Dollars, Sing to Seals in Salisbury Cove
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Salisbury Cove
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 8/3/1962
Description:
Partial article describing a scientific institution (unnamed) in Salisbury Cove. Only the first few paragraphs of the article remain. previously archived as 012.FIC.040.11
2749Mrs. Shattuck's Photographs Reflect Extensive Travel
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Photographers
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 8/20/1964
Description:
Article on one page with photograph describes the amateur photographic work of Mrs. George Shattuck on the occasion of an exhibit of her work at the Northeast Harbor Library. Mrs. Shattuck has photographed sites in Europe and South America as well as Maine. Previoulsy archived as object id 012.FIC.047.25
2761Local Woodcarver's Exhibit Stirs Up Much Interest
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Wood carving
  • Bar Harbor Times
  • 8/17/1967
Description:
Partial page article including photographs describing an exhibit of the wood carving work of Charles Savage. The exhibit was held at the Northeast Harbor Library. Article includes a photograph of the Asticou Terraces gate designed by Charles Savage. Previously archived as 012.FIC.047.14
2742Ballet Students
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Albertine Summer Dance Workshop
  • Other, Dance
  • Bar Harbor Times
  • 8/16/1962
Description:
This is a partial article (first page missing) describing the work of two dance instructors at the Albertine Summer Dance Workshop in Hulls Cove. Mme. Felia Dubrovska, formerly with the Imperial Russian Ballet, instructed ballet, and Gladyce Royce taught Kathak, a dance form from northern India. Previously archived as object id 012.Fic.047.31
18712The Bar Harbor Times July 9, 1964
  • Publication, Newspaper
  • 7/9/1964
Description:
The Bar Harbor Times July 9, 1964 Articles on these pages are historical reprints. Bar Harbor Times is Fifty Years Old This Week Sill Be Memorial for R, B, Jackson Bar Harbor A Strategic Point- Rumors of Spies Make Fact Noticeable Name of Town Changed From Eden to Bar Harbor Coal Regulations for Year 1918 Begin Work on Radio Barracks Bar Harbor Man iInherits A Million Dollars History of the Bar Harbor Times. Lafayette National Park's Name Changed to Acadia Bluenose Welcomed Yesterday, Luxury Gerry Cessel Completes First Run Across Bay of Fundy Treasure Ship Seeks Refuge At Bar Harbor Wanted to Keep Warom on Cecilie Vote in Autos at Mt. Desert [show more]
18703Biography of William Manning
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • 7/30/1964
Description:
An article from the Bar Harbor Times Thursday July 30, 1964 and is a biography of William Manning by LaRue Spiker. Details his early life in England, rise to become Bishop, life on Mount Desert Island.
2809Bartlett's Island
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Bartlett's Island
  • Other, History
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 7/28/1966
Description:
One page article discussing history and culture of Bartlett's Island. PReviously archived as object Id 012.FIC.035.3
2748Salt Water in his Veins
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Lobstering
  • Other, Merchant Marine
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 7/27/1967
Description:
Article on two pages with photograph of Ted Spurling of Isleford. The article describes the seagoing professions of Mr. Spurling, both as a lobsterman locally as well as a master merchant marine seaman. There is discussion of his travels worldwide in shipping. previously archived as 012.FIC.047.26
18624Recognition Service Planned at Somesville UNion Church
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Brookside Cemetery
  • Other, Mount Desert Historical Society
  • Other, Northeast Harbor High School
  • Other, Somesville Union Meeting House
  • 7/20/1961
Description:
Recognition Service for early settlers. Service to observe 100th anniversary of the Church. Allen Fernald will give 15 minute organ recital, anthem by bicentenial choir, Rev. Horace Leavitt will lead prayer, Northeast Harbor High School band will play, Bangor Daily news 7/20/1961 Previously archived as 011.FIC.66.5
2794. . .Determine Origin . . at Sand Beach
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Mill stone
  • Other, Sand Beach
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 7/14/1960
Description:
Article discussing possible origin of a mill stone found near Sand Beach in Acadia National Park. Previously archived as 012.FIC.040.5
2814Great Automobile War: Part II
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Automobiles
  • Other, History
  • Other, Mount Desert Island
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 6/20/1968
Description:
One page article describing the early 20th century disputes on Mt. Desert Island regarding the use of automobiles on Island roads. Part I of article is missing. Previously archived as object Id 012.FIC.034.1
2747Spurlings Among First Settlers to Help Shape the History of the Cranberry Isles
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Cranberry Islands
  • Bar Harbor Times
  • 6/18/1964
Description:
One page article with photographs describing the history of the Spurling family in the Cranberry Islands. Benjamin is believed to be the first permanent settler on Great Cranberry Island in 1787. His descendants, including senior citizen Capt. Bert Spurling, are still residents of the Cranberry Islands. Previously archived as 012.Fic.047.27
2733Cave in Flying Mountain Once Pirate and Smuggler Resort
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Flying Mountain
  • Other, Pirates
  • Other, Smuggling
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 4/30/1964
Description:
One page article, partially damaged, recounting the myth of a cave in Flying Mountain which was once the refuge of a pirate and smuggler. The legend was described in 1883 by Rev. Oliver Fernald. Previously archived as object id 012.FIC.048.1
2737Cornelius Farley: A Kind of Peppery Guy
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Birthdays
  • LaRue Spiker writing for the Bar Harbor Times
  • 4/28/1966
Description:
Article on two pages with photograph describing the life and work of 93-year-old Cornelis Farley. Farley was a laborer, carriage driver and painter. Previously archived as 012.FIC.047.6
2832Maritime Transportation Was Foundation of Early Mount Desert Island Economy
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Fishing
  • Other, Ship building
  • Other, Shipping
  • Other, Trade
  • LaRue Spiker for the Bar Harbor Times
  • 4/22/1965
Description:
Article details the history of maritime trades in the economy of Mt. Desert Island. Shipbuilding, schooner trade, fishing and shipping are discussed. Previously archived as Object Id 012.FIC.022.13