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Guilford, Maine - BUSINESSES - Page 3 of 3

"The current owners of the Guilford Bed and Breakfast (Isobel and Harland) have made many renovations including a screened-in porch that has…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Wilder's Jewelry

"Harry passed away in 2003. Present owner Kathy Beaulier purchased the business. Sources: Graves III, Richard A."

Maine's Swedish Colony, July 23, 1870 - Eureka Hall, Stockholm

"There have been many owners and businesses, and it is still proudly standing today. The building has lasted more than 80 years and still looks much…"

Presque Isle: The Star City - Thompson's Memorial

"Barney’s daughter, Glenda, married Oscar Tagget, and Tagget became Barney’s partner in Thompson’s Memorial until his death in 1962. The building and…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Edward O'Brien moves to Thomaston - 1850s

"… Watts were two of the most successful shipyard owners, both of whom were among seven of the nation’s first millionaires during the 19th century."

Presque Isle: The Star City - Aroostook Valley Railroad and Maine Public Service Building

"As the owner of the AVRR and manager of the electric company, it made sense for Gould to have both businesses in the same building."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Captain Samuel Watts House

"Thomaston’s Captain Samuel Watts and business entrepreneur Edward O’Brien both ran successful shipyards."

Bath's Historic Downtown - 94 Front Street

"… these first 4 important businesses and their owners, 6 businesses were at the location from 1934 to 2009, beginning with Burnham's Auto Supply…"

Portland Press Herald Glass Negative Collection - Icons & Influencers

"The paper began featuring photographs under owner Colonel Fred Dow (son of infamous Temperance advocate, Neal Dow), but starting with Guy Gannett’s…"

Guilford, Maine - BUILDINGS - Page 2 of 5

"In 1928, A. W. Drake became the principal owner. He had served in the capacity of clerk with the different managements before he purchased interests…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Early Wharves and Yards - 1795 to 1825

"Colson. About the same time, John Elliot arrived from Wiscasset and, partnered with Benjamin Metcalf of Damariscotta. They established business as…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Early Shipbuilders - 1780s

"Once nearby forests were depleted, local shipyard owners purchased rights to great tracts of land for hardwood supplies in Georgia, South Carolina…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Shipbuilding Declines - 1857 to 1861

"… Historical Society When established shipyard owners were not building a vessel, the yards were often leased to individuals, who would build and…"

Bath's Historic Downtown - Merchants' Row

"Business owners also advertised by placing large signs outside their shops; these symbols made people instantly recognize the type of retail store."

Guilford, Maine - Historic Buildings - Page 2 of 2

"Over the years some owners included Micajah J. Hudson, the Hilton Family, Drake Family and Cummings Family."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Shipbuilding Industry Expands - 1850 to 1857

"Shipyard owners and builders, Robinson, McCallum and Counce, sold land on the north side of Water Street to Christian Henry Bohndel, a ship’s rigger…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Notable Residents

"… 1839-1850, and Edward O’Brien, shipbuilder and owner, built the Carr & O’Brien block in 1852 on the former site of the Paine store at the corner of…"

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - The End of Wooden Shipbuilding - 1910 to 1950

"… from the shop in the possession of a former owner. Gray Boats, Newbert & Wallace, Crowell and Thurlow, Atlantic Coast Company, and Edward T."

Bath's Historic Downtown - The Sagadahock House and The Sagadahoc Block

"Some of the businesses that were in the block were Thompson Brothers and Hallet's Drugstore. They supplied great values for tourists and offices for…"

Bath's Historic Downtown - Ledyard Block

"The owner at the time, William Ledyard, had to buy another property to hold the supplies and equipment for the building."

Bath's Historic Downtown - Intersection of Centre and Washington

"Owner of Swett Drugstore, Lewis B. Swett helped build Bath's economy. Swett was born on November 18, 1866, and married Ms. Louise Barker in 1913."

Lincoln, Maine - Carney's Store

"In 1968, the business was incorporated as “Carney Inc." and a year later, Doris, Milton’s wife, entered the business."

Bath's Historic Downtown - Dreamland and Liberty

"Archie N. Edgerly was the owner of the Liberty Theatre when it opened. The Dreamland had many purposes."

Thomaston: The Town that Went to Sea - Early History - 1719 to 1740

"Land patents were only profitable to their owners if families were enticed to clear the land and build permanent homes, and various offers were often…"