Recollections of U.S. and Soviet Vets from the Linkup in World War II at the Mulde and Elbe Rivers on April 25, 1945. Given to library by Igor Belousovitch of Islesford who witnessed the meeting. Letter from Mr. Belousovitch to Bob Pyle with copies of accounts of the American Russian meeting at the Elbe River on April 25, l945.
Description: Recollections of U.S. and Soviet Vets from the Linkup in World War II at the Mulde and Elbe Rivers on April 25, 1945. Given to library by Igor Belousovitch of Islesford who witnessed the meeting. Letter from Mr. Belousovitch to Bob Pyle with copies of accounts of the American Russian meeting at the Elbe River on April 25, l945.
Newspaper printed on January 4, 1800, containing, inter alia, articles about the President of the USA, General George Washington's funeral. Published at Kingston (Ulster County), New York. Vol. II, No. 88.
Description: Newspaper printed on January 4, 1800, containing, inter alia, articles about the President of the USA, General George Washington's funeral. Published at Kingston (Ulster County), New York. Vol. II, No. 88.
Booklet of the 300th Anniversary Service of the discovery and naming of Mount Desert Island by Samuel De Champlain held at the Union Church of Northeast Harbor.
Description: Booklet of the 300th Anniversary Service of the discovery and naming of Mount Desert Island by Samuel De Champlain held at the Union Church of Northeast Harbor.
Description: Story of the German submarine and release of two crewmen spies at Hancock Point on November 29, 1944 as told by one of the boat's engineers.
In December 2000, The Bar Harbor Times published this "Special Millennium Edition" in 2 sections: A (cover-8) and B (9-19). Some of the events covered are "The Timeline of Maine History" (4) and other special events pertaining to the history of Mount Desert Island.
Description: In December 2000, The Bar Harbor Times published this "Special Millennium Edition" in 2 sections: A (cover-8) and B (9-19). Some of the events covered are "The Timeline of Maine History" (4) and other special events pertaining to the history of Mount Desert Island.
World War II diary of Hoyt Clark from training camp Feb. 1944 until discharge Nov. 1945. Serving on Guam and Tinian Islands in the Pacific, he describes bombing raids over Japan
Description: World War II diary of Hoyt Clark from training camp Feb. 1944 until discharge Nov. 1945. Serving on Guam and Tinian Islands in the Pacific, he describes bombing raids over Japan
Several clipped articles about the 1943 war time activity in the Town of Mount Desert. Focus on residents: Wilma Clark Eaton, Herbert Thomas (town manager), servicemen Fred Ralph, James McElroy, Ray Young, and Charles Stover.
Description: Several clipped articles about the 1943 war time activity in the Town of Mount Desert. Focus on residents: Wilma Clark Eaton, Herbert Thomas (town manager), servicemen Fred Ralph, James McElroy, Ray Young, and Charles Stover.
Copy of an article about Civil War Reenactments by Joseph Smith, teacher at Mt. Desert Elementary School in early 1980's. Mr. Smith was actively involved with the Maine Civil War Company reenactment group.
Description: Copy of an article about Civil War Reenactments by Joseph Smith, teacher at Mt. Desert Elementary School in early 1980's. Mr. Smith was actively involved with the Maine Civil War Company reenactment group.
Posters announcing a Neighborhood House lecture series of Rev. Chas. F. Lee on the war. 1: Causes and Coming of the War 2: How Europe was saved at the Marne 3: Why are we in the war
Description: Posters announcing a Neighborhood House lecture series of Rev. Chas. F. Lee on the war. 1: Causes and Coming of the War 2: How Europe was saved at the Marne 3: Why are we in the war
Newsletter sent to soldiers during WWII with news of Mount Desert Island, a collection kept by Wilma Eaton and given to the library in her memory by her brother Hoyt Clark.
Description: Newsletter sent to soldiers during WWII with news of Mount Desert Island, a collection kept by Wilma Eaton and given to the library in her memory by her brother Hoyt Clark.
Letters from Henry Kelley (Emerson?) to his mother, Ada Emerson, in Indian River, ME describing his Civil War encampment with the Maine 10th Regiment at Camp Washburn, MD & Harper's Ferry, VA. Given to library by Carl Kelley.
Description: Letters from Henry Kelley (Emerson?) to his mother, Ada Emerson, in Indian River, ME describing his Civil War encampment with the Maine 10th Regiment at Camp Washburn, MD & Harper's Ferry, VA. Given to library by Carl Kelley.
Soviet American Linkup as recalled by veterans who witnessed the event on April 25, 1945 on the Mulde and Elbe Rivers. Given to library by Igor Belousovitch who photographed the event as it unfolded.
Description: Soviet American Linkup as recalled by veterans who witnessed the event on April 25, 1945 on the Mulde and Elbe Rivers. Given to library by Igor Belousovitch who photographed the event as it unfolded.
Ad & ticket for the screening of the historic documentary of MDI, beginning with Abraham Somes in 1700's. The film is written by Gunnar Hansen, produced by Dobbs Productions with Photographs and documents of Rick, Ken, and Tom Savage.
Description: Ad & ticket for the screening of the historic documentary of MDI, beginning with Abraham Somes in 1700's. The film is written by Gunnar Hansen, produced by Dobbs Productions with Photographs and documents of Rick, Ken, and Tom Savage.
a + b: Collection of poems written by Dr. Frederick Fraley Sr. c + d: Memoir and Obituary of Dr. Frederick Fraley Sr. e: 103rd Annual Dinner of the Shakespeare Society of Philadelphia Dr. Fraley was the very pattern of a proper Philadelphian, from his birth in 1876 until his death at the age of 83. He was educated there, practiced medicine there & in Northeast Harbor. Offprint from The Pennsylvania Magazine of Hist. & Biog.
Description: a + b: Collection of poems written by Dr. Frederick Fraley Sr. c + d: Memoir and Obituary of Dr. Frederick Fraley Sr. e: 103rd Annual Dinner of the Shakespeare Society of Philadelphia Dr. Fraley was the very pattern of a proper Philadelphian, from his birth in 1876 until his death at the age of 83. He was educated there, practiced medicine there & in Northeast Harbor. Offprint from The Pennsylvania Magazine of Hist. & Biog.
Mount Desert Island Historical Society collaborates with other island organizations to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the island. File contains brochures and articles of the planned events.
Description: Mount Desert Island Historical Society collaborates with other island organizations to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the island. File contains brochures and articles of the planned events.
A blue pamphlet containing a bicentennial speech written and delivered by Robert Suminsby. It contains some history of the town and a great deal of "colorful" notes of folks.
Description: A blue pamphlet containing a bicentennial speech written and delivered by Robert Suminsby. It contains some history of the town and a great deal of "colorful" notes of folks.
Historical address of Dr. Horace Leavitt on the 100th anniversary of the Somesville Union Meeting House. He traces early history of Somesville and many families. Bar Harbor Times, September 19, 1940.
Description: Historical address of Dr. Horace Leavitt on the 100th anniversary of the Somesville Union Meeting House. He traces early history of Somesville and many families. Bar Harbor Times, September 19, 1940.
The Leading County Paper & the only Society Journal on MDI. This copy contains information & photographs from 1796-1896 relating to Bar Harbor. (Gift from Donald Norton)
Description: The Leading County Paper & the only Society Journal on MDI. This copy contains information & photographs from 1796-1896 relating to Bar Harbor. (Gift from Donald Norton)
"It is a special tribute to the town of Bar Harbor, a diverse community surrounded by extraordinary scenery that inspired the original name, Eden. The magazine focuses on the rich heritage that created this community - how the town evolved from a fishing and farming community to a summer haven for wealthy socialites to a first-class tourist destination." Articles in this issue include: 1. A town they called Eden 2. Living on the Rocks 3. Boating to Bar Harbor 4. Bar Harbor's First Settlers 5. An island on fire 6. An education in ecology 7. Searching for a rustic life 8. A Cottage culture 9. A tale of Two Labs 10. Acaidia: One of America's Jewels 11. A friendly group 12. A bright future 13. Maps of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island Magazine available in the Archives.
Description: "It is a special tribute to the town of Bar Harbor, a diverse community surrounded by extraordinary scenery that inspired the original name, Eden. The magazine focuses on the rich heritage that created this community - how the town evolved from a fishing and farming community to a summer haven for wealthy socialites to a first-class tourist destination." Articles in this issue include: 1. A town they called Eden 2. Living on the Rocks 3. Boating to Bar Harbor 4. Bar Harbor's First Settlers 5. An island on fire 6. An education in ecology 7. Searching for a rustic life 8. A Cottage culture 9. A tale of Two Labs 10. Acaidia: One of America's Jewels 11. A friendly group 12. A bright future 13. Maps of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert Island Magazine available in the Archives. [show more]