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2795Cooperative craft shop planned by Penobscot Indian Enterprises
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Crafts
  • Other, Indians
  • A. Jay Higgins writing for Bangor Daily News
  • 6/18/1976
Description:
Article announcing the opening of the Penobscot Indian Craft Shop in Bar Harbor. The shop is for the purpose of selling crafts of Maine Penobscot Indians as well Western American Indian tribes. Previously archived as 012.FIC.040.4
2803Articles on Jordan Pond House History and Fire
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Events, Fire
  • Other, Jordan Pond House
  • Other, Popovers
  • Bar Harbor Times
  • 6/28/1979
Description:
Eight pages of articles detailing history of the Jordan Pond House, its loss by fire, reactions to the loss, employee reminiscences and popover recipe. Many photographs included. Previously archived as object Id 012.FIC.038.1
2802Jordan Pond House Burns
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Events, Fire
  • Other, Jordan Pond House
  • Christopher Spruce for the Bangor Daily News
  • 6/22/1979
Description:
Articles beginning on p.1 and continued on p.2 describing the fire which destroyed the Jordan Pond House on June 21, 1979. Several photos are included. Previously archived as 012.FIC.038.2
2764The Jordans: 300 Years with NET
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, New England Telephone Company
  • Ellsworth American
  • 5/12/1977
Description:
One page article with photographs describing the work of the Jordan family of Ellsworth for New England Telephone Company. Family members have cumulatively worked 300 years for this company in a range of positions. Previously archived as 012.Fic.047.11
2788The Oceanarium is an Ideal Place to Learn About the Environment
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Oceanarium
  • Ellsworth American
  • 6/6/1974
Description:
Article with photographs describing the Oceanarium in Southwest Harbor, its origin and program. Peviously archived as object Id 012.FIC.043.10
2664The Mansions of Mt. Desert and Bar Harbor
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Ellsworth American
  • April 11, 1974
Description:
Newspaper clipping of pictures of the mansions of Mt. Desert and Bar Harbor, 11 April 1974. Pictures and captions by LaRue Spiker. Images include Redwood, The Turrets, Ullakana, Egonos, LaRochelle, Fabian Cottage, Swiss Chalet, Rosserne, The Breeze, Wadsworth Cottage, Sonogee, Stoneledge.
2663Automobile War on MDI was Long and Spirited
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Ellsworth American
  • 1978
Description:
Newspaper clipping from the Ellsworth American, 5 Janurary 1978 outlining the Automobile War on MDI. Written by LaRue Spiker.
2790Old Dolls & Toys Time
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Doll museum
  • John R. Wiggins, writing for the Ellsworth American
  • 5/6/1971
Description:
Article, illustrated with photographs, describing the doll collection and Ellsworth Doll Museum being established by Helen Dickinson. previously archived as object id 012.FIC.040.9
2769They Live in Home of Tomorrow Today
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Engineering & construction
  • Other, Houses
  • Other, Solar energy
  • Other, Wind power
  • La Rue Spiker writing for Maine Sunday Telegram
  • 05/11/1975
Description:
One page article with photographs describing new"self-contained" house in Bar Harbor. Home of Nora and Richard Davis depended on solar and wind power. House designer was Ernest McMullen. Previously archived as 012.FIC.046.4
2799Walls and Fences On Mount Desert Island
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Fences
  • Other, Gates
  • Other, Walls
  • LaRue Spiker for the Ellsworth American
  • 2/14/1974
Description:
One page photo essay showing walls, fences and gates in various places on Mt. Desert Island. Also includes a mounted half page of the article. Previously archived as 012.FIC.040.10
18598Baker Island Lighthouse
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • LaRue Spiker for the Ellsworth American
  • 6/28/1979
Description:
Photograph of Baker Island lighthouse built in 1828. William Gilley was the first lighthouse Keeper Previously archived as object id 012.FIC.039.2
18599Unknown Poet Bewails the Bane of Polishing Lighhouse Brass
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • LaRue Spiker for the Ellsworth American
  • 6/28/1979
Description:
Article about lighthouse keepers, includes a poem about polishing brass. Previously archived as object id 012.FIC.039.2
18600Lighthouses Symbolize the Reach and Hazards of of Blue Water Around MDI- LaRue Spiker
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • LaRue Spiker for the Ellsworth American
  • 6/28/1979
Description:
Article about various light houses and their history found in the surronding waters of Mount Desert Island Previously archived as 012.FIC.039.1
2801Jordan Pond House, 1847-1979
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • LaRue Spiker for the Ellsworth American
  • 6/28/1979
Description:
Clipped article on two pages describes history of the Jordan Pond House as well as considerations for rebuilding the establishment. Previously archived as 012.FIC.038.3
2833Vigorous November Sailing With Two Experts
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Cutter Aleutka
  • LaRue Spiker for the Ellsworth American
  • 12/5/1974
Description:
Article describes a winter sailing expedition on the cutter "Aleutka" with sailors and authors, Pat and John Letcher. Previously archived as object number 012.FIC.022.12
2812"Automobile War" on MDI was Long and Spirited
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Automobiles
  • Other, History
  • Other, Mount Desert Island
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Bar Harbor Times
  • 1/5/1978
Description:
Two copies of a one page article, illustrated with photographs, describing disputes and court cases in the early 20th century regarding use of automobiles on Mt. Desert Island. One copy of the article has been annotated in pencil. PReviously archived as object Id 012.FIC.034.3
2762Life- Life-Style Switch Turns Into Intriguing Adventure
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Oceanarium
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Ellsworth American
  • 1/14/1973
Description:
One page article with photographs profiling David and Audrey Mills and their establishment of an oceanarium in Southwest Harbor. Previously archived as 012.Fic.047.13
2755Boy Publisher Keeps Sports Fans in the Know
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Newsletters
  • Recreation, Sports
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Ellsworth American
  • 1978
Description:
Single page article with photograph featuring Jay Ramsdell, 13-year-old sports reporter. Jay wrote and edited a bimonthly newsletter on major sports teams and began a New England Patriots fan club. Previously archived as 012.FIC.047.2
2796Beaches
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Beaches
  • LaRue Spiker writing for Ellsworth American
  • 7/18/1974
Description:
One page photo essay on beaches of Mt. Desert Island. Previously acessioned as 012.FIC.040.3
2835Man Finally Deserts Mt. Desert Rock
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Coast Guard
  • Other, Hurricanes
  • Other, Lighthouse keepers
  • Other, Lighthouses
  • Other, Mount Desert Rock
  • LaRue Spiker, writing for Ellsworth American
  • 11/17/1977
Description:
Article discusses the automation of Mt. Desert Rock Lighthouse and the end of need to man the lighthouse. History of the lighthouse and its manning by the U.S. Coast Guard is discussed.
2754Poetry Relieves Drudgery of the Fishing Life
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Poetry
  • Other, Poets
  • LaRue Spiker writing for the Ellsworth American
  • July, 1977
Description:
One page article with photograph featuring the poetry writing of Katherine Higgins of Southwest Harbor. When not working with her husband in the fishing industry, she has written and published poetry. One poem of Higgins' accompanies the article. Previously achived as object id 012.Fic.047.20
2759Macrame and Rug-Hooking Found To Be Excellent Tension-Easers
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Macrame
  • Other, Rugs
  • LaRue Spiker writing for the Ellsworth American
  • 3/14/1974
Description:
One page article with photographs highlighting the craft work in macrame and rug hooking done by retired worker, Earl Carter, of Seal Harbor. His work was being displayed at Cranberry Inn, Northeast Harbor. Previously archived as 012.FIC.047.16
2757An Old-Time Sawmill Still Operates in Somesville
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Saw mill
  • LaRue Spiker writing for the Ellsworth American
  • 12/26/1974
Description:
One page article with photographs describing the sawmill established by Blaine Haynes near Somesville. Haynes worked with sons Steven and Terry milling logs for local customers. Previously archived as object Id 012.fic.047.18
2758New Bronze Foundry Brings Back an Ancient Art
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Bronze industry
  • LaRue Spiker writing for the Ellsworth American
  • 4/14/1977
Description:
Two copies of one page article with photographs describing the bronze foundry work of Winston Ellis. Ellis established a foundry in West Tremont. Previously archived as 012.FIC.047.17
2780Wide Range of Services Available in MDI Libraries
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Libraries
  • LaRue Spiker Writing for The Ellsworth American
  • 2/8/1973
Description:
Article surveying services available in the libraries of Mt. Desert Island. Article includes photographs of Bernard Library, library scenes and patrons. Previously archived as object id 012.FIC.043.2