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Clarence Francis
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Canadian Pacific Railroad
Year
1993
Carolyn Vig reports on the Candian Pacific Railroad, discussing the railroad from the perspective of employees and train passengers. Vig covers the experience of passengers on the train and the opinions of railroad employees regarding the railroad.
Type
Writing
Title
Benedicta
Year
1991
The farming community in Benedicta, Maine plays an important role in creating the history of the community, as discussed by John Morris. Morris focuses on what creates a sense of place for those who live in Benedicta, speaking with farmers to learn about their experiences.
Type
Writing
Title
Hugh's Pier
Year
1998
Eliza Wilmerding explores the fishing business within the Stonington community. Wilmerding speaks to fishermen to learn about fishing industry throughout the year.
Type
published content
Title
Fall of the Great North Woods
Year
1987
As Maine's largest myth, the Great North Woods provides questions about the Woods of today and tomorrow. Nancy Jesser explores which of these myths will survive over time.
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Writing
Title
Franco Am Fiddlers
Year
1996
Kate Dodge explores the lives of Franco-American musicians who play traditional fiddle music.
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Writing
Title
Streets Under Seige
Year
1989
In Portland, Tate and Tyng Streets hold a history of displacement, change, and decay. Amanda Holmes vists people in the neighborhood to discuss why they still cling to Tate and Tyng.
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Writing
Title
Sisters of Mercy
Year
1993
As more opportunities grew for women in the workplace, and religious activity became accessible to the lay person, many religious communities saw a drop in numbers. Leith Warlick explores the Sisters of Mercy community and discusses the traditions that they continue to practice at St. Joseph's Convent in Portland.
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Writing
Title
Behind One Table: Flea Markets
Year
2000
Like all collectibles, people have stories as well. Victoria Gannon discusses the lives of individuals who sell items at the flea market. Gannon learns about the second hand culture and philosophies.
Type
Writing
Title
Aging Bush Pilots
Year
1996
A group bound together by a common interest, Mike Eckel discusses the lives of bush pilots and their love for flying. Eckel highlights their histories and their beliefs for the future.
Type
published content
Title
Out of Sight of the Sea
Year
1987
Losing his vision at a young age, Ken Doane had to give up lobstering. Patricia Dugan documents how Doane still works close to the sea repairing small engines.
Type
published content
Title
Diner Revival
Year
1990
In the middle of a nostalgic pop movement, Salt visits diners throughout Maine to see how they are being revived.
Type
Writing
Title
Stock Car Racing
Year
1997
Beech Ridge Motor Speedway in Scarborough, Maine was the first place in Maine built just for racing cars, and while it is no Daytona, the individuals who attend and participate at the speedway take it serious. Erin Collins discusses with drivers and crew members what it is like to race stock cars at Beech Ridge.
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