Pamela Wood introduces readers to the second issue of the Salt Magazine from April 1974.

Short entries with Salt updates.

Listing of Salt production staff, contributors, and faculty.

Short write up on Maine locals and the Seabees.

Erica Ballamy highlights the lives of three individuals on Cliff Island, and how although they are all different, the island brings them all together.

Ava Ross discusses how charcoal was made by her husband, Willis back in the day.

As one of the first Greeks to come to Maine, Pericles Economos became a leader in the Greek community. Pamela Wood recounts how his words inspired stories for this issue regarding ethnic groups in Maine.

Leslie Brooks captures the life of Mary Merithew, who was given only a few months to live after being diagnosed with heart failure.

Mercedes Grandin speaks to Mark Usinger about his buisness, A.L. Griffin ship's chandlery. Usinger discusses how the business has changed over the years, making it difficult to compete.

The R&R Spinning Group meets once a week in West Cumberland to relax and share stories. Hannah Morris speaks with the spinners to learn about their personal histories and hobby.

Chris Joob highlights the Portland Rugby Club, speaking to its members and learning about their personal experiences and playing rugby.

From his workshop in Caratunk, Walter York creates snowshoes. Anne Gorham covers the steps of making and filling the bows for snowshoes.