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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
2914Pretty Marsh Subdivision Stirs Residents' Concern
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Pretty Marsh
  • 07/03/1975
Description:
Ellsworth American article describes controversy concerning proposed development by Herbert Mayer of NY.
2771Where There's Wind There's A Way . . .
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Southwest Harbor
  • Other, Windmills
  • 09/1/1977
Description:
Photograph with description of windmill which had pumped spring water to the village of Southwest Harbor. Photograph was taken around the turn of the 20th century. Previously archived as 012.FIC.046.2
2744Carrying on a Family Tradition
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Blacksmithing
  • Other, Cherryfield
  • Mel Allen writing for Maine Sunday Telegram
  • 10/10/1976
Description:
Two page article on the life and career of Cherryfield blacksmith, George Ricker, and his successor in the family business, George Brace. Previously archived as 012.FIC.047.3
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.
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
2849Wedding announcement of Mary Amelia Somes
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Anniversaries
  • Other, Blacksmithing
  • Other, Retirements
  • 12/22/1977
Description:
Wedding announcement of Mary Amerlia Somes January 31, 1899. Previously archived as 011.FIC.77.4
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
11262Newsclipping: “An Old Time Sawmill Still Operates in Somesville” December 21, 1974
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, History - Somesville
  • Other, Industry
  • 12/26/1974
Description:
Newsclipping: “An Old Time Sawmill Still Operates in Somesville” by LaRue Spiker December 26, 1974. Previously accessioned as #0707, Object Id 011.FIC.72.2
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
2767The Mansions of Mt. Desert and Bar Harbor; The Golden Era
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Ban-y-Burn
  • Other, Breeze
  • Other, Chatwold
  • Other, Cleftstone
  • Other, Eden Hall
  • Other, Ergonos
  • Other, Estates
  • Other, Eyrie
  • Other, Fabian Cottage
  • Other, Field
  • Other, Highfield
  • Other, Jacob's Well
  • Other, LaRochelle
  • Other, Redwood
  • Other, Rosserne
  • Other, Sonogee
  • Other, Stoneledge
  • Other, Swiss Chalet
  • Other, Thirlstone
  • Other, Ullakana
  • Other, Wadsworth Cottage
  • LaRue Spiker writing for the Ellsworth Anerican
  • 1974
Description:
Two photo essays, each one page long, with photographs and descriptions of estates built during the "Golden Era" of Mt. Desert Island during the last decade of the 19th century. Previously archived as 012.FIC.046.6
2681Ellsworth American excerpt dated June 13, 1974
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Pemetic High School
  • 1974
Description:
This is a one page excerpt from the June 13, 1974 issue of The Ellsworth American. There is an article by LaRue Spiker covering the Pemetic Reunion Gala which boasted 500 people attending.
2859Daniel Sullivan History
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, 74th Regiment
  • Other, Allegiance
  • Other, American Revolution
  • Other, Board of War
  • Other, Castine
  • Other, Economic & social conditions
  • Other, Economic aspects of war
  • Other, General Court
  • Other, Gouldsboro
  • Other, Lincoln County Militia
  • Other, Machias
  • Other, Militias
  • Other, Sullivan
  • 1976
Description:
Lists Officers Noncommissed officers and Privates, Captain during American Revolution
10590Ellsworth American “Computer and Tradition Meeting in Boatyard” April 28, 1977
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Technology
  • Other, Transportation - water
  • 1977
Description:
Ellsworth American “Computer and Tradition Meeting in Boatyard” April 28, 1977 by LaRue Spiker. John Williams boatyard. Previously accessioned as **0786, Object Id 012.FIC.022.3
2857Hall Quarry Granite
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Booth Bros. Company
  • Other, Hurricane Island Granite
  • Other, McMullen Construction
  • Other, Quarrying
  • Other, Standard Granite Company
  • 1977
Description:
Article on Hall Quarry Granite Nov 1977 By LaRue Spiker Previously archived as 011.FIC.71.9
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
10596Newsclipping - Downeast Enterprise “Steamship Sapph and Waukeage Ferry” 1978.
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Transportation - water
  • 1978
Description:
Newsclipping - Downeast Enterprise “Steamship Sapph and Waukeage Ferry” 1978. Previously accessioned as **0759, Object Id 011.FIC.84.1
10613Newsclipping: “Somes honored on 50th Anniversary” January 19, 1978.
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Obituary
  • 1978
Description:
Newsclipping: “Somes honored on 50th Anniversary” January 19, 1978. In reference to Mr. and Mrs. Chauncey Somes. Previously accessioned as **0737, Object Id 011.FIC.77.3
10614Newsclipping: “Frances J. Richardson” June 24, 1978.
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Obituary
  • 1978
Description:
Newsclipping: “Frances J. Richardson” June 24, 1978. Previously accessioned as **0736, Object Id 011.FIC.77.1
2908"Automobile War" on MDI Was Long and Spirited
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Automobiles
  • Other, Bar Harbor
  • Other, Buckboards
  • Spiker, LaRue
  • 1978
Description:
Jan. 5, 1978 newspaper article from Ellsworth American recounting arrest of Sim Mayo for civil disobedience (driving automobile), banning of driving autos on certain roads; 2 photos: cars on road above Eagle Lake, buckboards in front of Bass Cottage, Bar Harbor.
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.
2719Foggy Run with Wilfred Bunker
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • 1979
Description:
May 17, 1979 article in Bar Harbor times profiles Wilfred Bunker, owner of Beal and Bunker boat services Also on same page: photograph and caption about "The Game Room" in space formerly used by community theater in McEachern and Hutchins building in Southwest Harbor.
2650Newsclippong: "Bar Harbor Times has New Owner"
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Industry
  • 1979
Description:
Ellsworth American “Bar Harbor Times has New Owner” by LaRue Spiker April 26, 1979. Previously accessioned as **0855, Object Id 012.FIC.043.9
2902Somesville History is Family History for Chauncey Somes
  • Publication, Clipping, Newspaper Clipping
  • Other, Daniel Somes Inn
  • Other, Mills
  • Other, Somesville
  • Other, Somesville Library
  • Mercy Johnson, writing for the Bar Harbor Times
  • 1979
Description:
Photocopy of Bar Harbor Times article describing aspects of Somesville history and biography of Chauncey Somes. Contains photograph of Chauncey Somes, early Somesville buildings including the wool carding mill and the library.