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Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Transportation Through the Years - Page 2 of 4

"Transportation Through the Years Trolleys: The Electrics Come to Town Open Air Trolley, Scarborough, ca."

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Transportation Through the Years - Page 3 of 4

"Transportation Through the Years Air Meet at Portland Airport in Scarborough, 1928Scarborough Historical Society & Museum Aviation: When…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Transportation Through the Years - Page 4 of 4

"Transportation Through the Years John Meeker's Ford, Scarborough Beach, ca. 1903Scarborough Historical Society & Museum Automobiles & Fire…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Transportation Through the Years - Page 1 of 4

"Transportation Through the Years Text by Bruce Thurlow Images from Scarborough Historical Society, Rodney Laughton and Joseph W."

Swan's Island: Six miles east of ordinary - -Across the Sea- a history through transportation

"-Across the Sea- a history through transportation Text by Kate Webber Images from the Swan's Island Historical Society Four men line fishing…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Educator Resources

"… 19th Century Salt Marsh Farmer?   Transportation Through the Years Roads: From Footpaths to Super Highway Maritime Tales: Shipyards and Shipwrecks…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Explore the Exhibits

"… to learn more about Scarborough's rich history through these interactive exhibits. All entries include historic images that will link you to the…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Scarborough Public Library

"Through enrichment programs and partnerships with area businesses, schools, and organizations, the Library has become the "go to" place for…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Maine Community Heritage Project

"… historical societies, and public libraries through the exploration and celebration of local history."

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Welcome

"It creates a stronger sense of community through a greater understanding of the Town's culture, its past, and the lives of those who once called…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Scarborough Marsh: "Land of Much Grass" - Page 1 of 4

"Through photosynthesis the Spartina grasses (known variously as cordgrass, salt hay, marsh grass, or salt meadow grass) convert the energy of the sun…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Historical Overview - Page 2 of 4

"Maine finally achieved statehood in 1820, in part through efforts of Rufus and William King. Travel was mainly by foot, horseback, boat or stagecoach…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Historical Overview - Page 3 of 4

"… Portland to Saco and providing trolley service through Scarborough. In the heyday of the trolley, one could travel south as far as Philadelphia or…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Catch of the Day: Clamming and Lobstering - Page 1 of 4

"… at the waist often in mud to the knees to dig through the tidal mud flats for clams. There is no quick way to harvest clams; only hand tools or…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Roads: From Footpaths to Super Highway

"… were not really roads but Indian footpaths through the woods. Generally the trails followed firm ground rather than a direct course, avoiding…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - People Who Called Scarborough Home - Page 3 of 4

"Jane survived her family; and even through the Indian hostilities, she quietly remained in her lonely home until she died there at the age of more…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Catch of the Day: Clamming and Lobstering - Page 3 of 4

"… types of boats have been used by lobstermen through the years—sloops, smacks, dories, and skiffs."

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Maritime Tales: Shipyards and Shipwrecks - Page 1 of 2

"… ships, especially those carrying long masts, through the “meanderings” of the waterway, so a straight ditch was hand-dug to connect the landing to…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - A Look Inside the Classroom Over Time - Page 2 of 4

"… the team of two horses with the reins going out through a small opening. Fall and spring it traveled on wheels and in the winter on runners.The…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - People Who Called Scarborough Home - Page 2 of 4

"People Who Called Scarborough Home Rufus King Rufus King of Scarborough, ca. 1820Scarborough Historical Society & Museum Rufus King, the…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - People Who Called Scarborough Home - Page 1 of 4

"People Who Called Scarborough Home Text by Charlene Fenlason Images from Scarborough Historical Society & Museum and Rodney Laughton A number of…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - People Who Called Scarborough Home - Page 4 of 4

"People Who Called Scarborough Home Dr. Philip Haigis Dr. Philip Haigis, Scarborough, ca. 1960Scarborough Historical Society & Museum Dr."

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Timeline of Events

"Timeline of Events   Watch movie about Scarborough's MCHP experience October 2008 Scarborough Team begins monthly meetings to explore grant…"

Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - Meet the Team

"Meet the Team The Scarborough MCHP team consists of the Scarborough Historical Society, the Scarborough Middle School, and the Scarborough Public…"