Contributed by Lubec Historical Society
Description
The dedication ceremony for the bridge connecting Lubec, USA with Campobello Island, Canada commenced at 2:30 PM Eastern Daylight time on August 13, 1962. From a raised platform on the Canadian side, Sumner T. Pike, a native of Lubec and former Washington D.C. official. was one of two chairs for the event.. Though lacking in fine detail, the American flag can be discerned (largely blocking the Canadian flag) on the dais.
About This Item
- Title: Roosevelt Bridge dedication, Lubec, 1962, 1962
- Creation Date: 1962-08-13
- Subject Date: 1962-08-13
- Location: Lubec, Washington County, ME
- Media: Kodachrome slide
- Dimensions: 2.4 cm x 3.6 cm
- Local Code: 264 jpg
- Collection: Patsy Kelley
- Object Type: Image
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Standardized Subject Headings
- Dedications--Maine--Lubec
- Bridges--Maine
- Bridges--New Brunswick
- Roosevelt, Franklin D. (Franklin Delano), 1882-1945--Commemoration
- Campobello Island (N.B.)
- Spectators--Maine--Lubec
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For more information about this item, contact:
Lubec Historical Society135 Main Street, Lubec, ME 04652
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