Contributed by Westport Island History Committee
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Description
Charles E. Colby's portable sawmill stood on the shore of his property looking over the Back River toward Woolwich. Charles (left) and Mr. Pease worked the mill. In 1908, Colby made improvements to his mill putting in a 30-horse power engine. This photo was taken after the new equipment was installed.
Two of the Colby children, Verlie and one of her brothers, appear to be watching the operation.
About This Item
- Title: Mill at the shore, Westport Island, 1908
- Creation Date: 1908
- Subject Date: circa 1908
- Location: Westport Island, Lincoln County, ME
- Media: Photographic print
- Dimensions: 10 cm x 13 cm
- Local Code: ColbyGreenleaf.Photo.43.1908
- Collection: Colby Greenleaf Collection
- Object Type: Image
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- Lumber industry--Maine--Westport Island
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Westport Island History Committee6 Fowles Point Road, Westport Island, ME 04578
(207) 882-8477
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