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| Modified rocking chair with swivel tray Great Cranberry Island Historical Society |
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|  Modified rocking chair with swivel tray Great Cranberry Island Historical Society Description: Furniture. Rocking chair with swivel tray. Wood. Original black rocker with gold scroll work on seat and back has been modified with addition of a swiveling, wooden tray affixed to the chair arms. Rocker blades may have been shortened. Rocker may have had a signature, Stanley, visible on it at one time. Phil Whitney recollects in 2015 that this rocker was rescued from his family's house (across the street from his present home) during their house fire. It may have been his mother's rocker (d.o.b. 1911), or perhaps his great great grandmother Sidney Hamor Bunker who died in 1918, or his great grandmother, Julia Bunker Spurling. (From Ladies Aid 2000) [show more] | |||
| Receipt recording Stanley to Duren deed Great Cranberry Island Historical Society |
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|  Receipt recording Stanley to Duren deed Great Cranberry Island Historical Society Description: Receipt, from George Hadlock, Registry of Deeds, for recording deed, Stanley to Duren, 75 cents | |||
| Correspondence Carrie Richardson and Moorfield Storey relating to inheritance of Enoch Spurling property 1906 Great Cranberry Island Historical Society |
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|  Correspondence Carrie Richardson and Moorfield Storey relating to inheritance of Enoch Spurling property 1906 Great Cranberry Island Historical Society Description: Letters and deed. Collection of documents relating to inheritance of Enoch Spurling property. (A) one original letter from C.M. Richardson 12 Mar 1906, to Moorfield Storey, Boston, describing circumstances surrounding her father, Enoch Spurling's, death, his estate, and the Stanley graveyard (a.k.a. Stanley cemetery), and asking for his legal help, for free. (See transcription 100.46.259.txt.). (B) Scanned print of letter from Carrie Richardson to Moorfield Storey April 2, 1906. (C) Scanned print of a handwritten statement by Carrie M. Richardson about the will of her father and inheritance of nine house lots. (D) Scanned print of a handwritten note appointing Lewis Stanley to act for them until March 3rd 1906, continuing his duties as administrator of the will which expired March 3, 1905. (E) Scanned print of a handwritten Warranty Deed given by John Stanley 2nd and Lucinda G. Stanley to Leonard Holmes March 5th 1866 referring to the Stanley burial ground January 19, 1870, Vol. 135/Page 504. (F) Deed Book 0135 Page 505 Stanley to Holmes 1870 which refers to the "family's burying ground" (i.e. the Stanley cemetery). [show more] | |||
| Poem about Grandfather Preble's house (or is this the old Spurling house?) Great Cranberry Island Historical Society |
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|  Poem about Grandfather Preble's house (or is this the old Spurling house?) Great Cranberry Island Historical Society Description: Document, both sides of 1 typewritten sheet, poem "Grandfather's House" (inscribed to Uncle Enoch) by E.T. Preble, Chicago, 1 Jan 1900. | ||
| Bar Harbor High School, Fred Savage Kraft and Blueprints Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Bar Harbor High School, Fred Savage Kraft and Blueprints Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: There are two folders labeled "Bar Harbor High School, Fred Savage". The first folder is marked as containing blueprints. The second folder, which has the date 1907 on it, is marked as containing kraft. 2012 exhibit text: Bar Harbor High School Bar Harbor, ME, 1907 Ink on linen The Gerrish Collection, MDI Historical Society Savage's exacting sketch elevations are interesting. His early studies flirt with a rather more flamboyant expression, but he finally gravitates to the more traditional composition This classical design for the town's High School is very similar to the design of many local schools throughout the nation in the early 20th century. The health and educational reform principles of adequate light and ventilation are clearly incorporated with ample windows in each room. The elements of design are typical for this type of Colonial revival composition. A rusticated base is topped with a solid and strong masonry brick Facade. It is further punctuated with groupings of large windows all painted a light color. This composition is capped with a strong projecting cornice. The brick details and limestone accents are nicely balanced [show more] | |||
| Davis Grim with Canoe Photograph Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Davis Grim with Canoe Photograph Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Davis Grimm stands behind a canoe. Inscriptions on back read "Davis Irvin [sp?] item/ 4 pix/ Spiker" in blue pen, and "III 2," "100%," and "3 col" in marker. People Depicted: Davis Grimm Black and white | ||
| Robert Lincoln with Canoe Photograph Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Robert Lincoln with Canoe Photograph Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Robert Lincoln works on a canoe outside a log cabin. Inscriptions on back read "Robert Lincoln item/ 4 pix/ Spiker" in blue pen, and "100%," and "3 col" in marker. People Depicted: Robert Lincoln Black and white | ||
| Astor Camp Elevation and Section Plan Architectural Drawing, January 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Astor Camp Elevation and Section Plan Architectural Drawing, January 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing both elevation and bird's-eye views of the section plan for the Astor camp. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 3 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Astor Camp Elevation Plan Architectural Drawing, February 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Astor Camp Elevation Plan Architectural Drawing, February 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing elevation views of the plan for the Astor camp. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1/2 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor Foundation and Floor Plans Architectural Drawing, October 1971 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor Foundation and Floor Plans Architectural Drawing, October 1971 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing a bird's-eye view of the foundation floor plans of the pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor at August Moon. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor [show more] |
| Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor West Elevation and South Interior Architectural Drawing, January 1972 (1) Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor West Elevation and South Interior Architectural Drawing, January 1972 (1) Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing the west elevation and south interior views of the pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor at August Moon. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1/2 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor Roof Details Architectural Drawing, April 1972 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor Roof Details Architectural Drawing, April 1972 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing roof details of the pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor at August Moon. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor [show more] |
| Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor Fireplace and Chimney Architectural Drawing, June 1972 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor Fireplace and Chimney Architectural Drawing, June 1972 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing elevated views of the fireplace and chimney of the pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor at August Moon. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1/2 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor Structual Details Revised Architectural Drawing, February 28, 1972 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor Structual Details Revised Architectural Drawing, February 28, 1972 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Revised architectural drawing showing the structural details of the pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor of Bar Harbor, ME. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Pavilion for Mrs. Vincent Astor 3 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Mrs. Vincent Astor Gate Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Mrs. Vincent Astor Gate Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing an elevated view of the gate for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Mrs. Vincent Astor Chimney Top Architectural Drawing, May 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Mrs. Vincent Astor Chimney Top Architectural Drawing, May 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing both elevation and bird's-eye views of the chimney for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Astor Ceiling Architectural Drawing, June 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Astor Ceiling Architectural Drawing, June 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing details for the ceiling for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1/2 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Mrs. Vincent Astor Glass Doors #2 and #3 Architectural Drawing, June 29, 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Mrs. Vincent Astor Glass Doors #2 and #3 Architectural Drawing, June 29, 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing details for the glass doors #2 and #3 for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Astor Camp East Wall Cupboards and Shelves Architectural Drawing, June 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Astor Camp East Wall Cupboards and Shelves Architectural Drawing, June 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing the plans for cupboards and shelves on the east wall of the Astor camp. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 3 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Mrs. Vincent Astor Kitchen Closet Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Mrs. Vincent Astor Kitchen Closet Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing details for the kitchen closet for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Mrs. Vincent Astor Ceiling Hub Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Mrs. Vincent Astor Ceiling Hub Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing details for ceiling hub for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 3 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Mrs. Vincent Astor Hall Closet and Bathroom Cupboards Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Mrs. Vincent Astor Hall Closet and Bathroom Cupboards Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing details for the hall closet and bathroom cabinets for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Mrs. Vincent Astor Terrace Railings Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Mrs. Vincent Astor Terrace Railings Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing details for the terrace railings for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 3 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |
| Astor Camp Brackets Architectural Drawing Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Astor Camp Brackets Architectural Drawing Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawing showing the details of the brackets for the Astor camp. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 3 in. = 1 ft. [show more] | ||
| Mrs. Vincent Astor Windows Grilles Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society |
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|  Mrs. Vincent Astor Windows Grilles Architectural Drawing, July 1964 Mount Desert Island Historical Society Description: Situated on two hundred acres of waterfront property overlooking Western Bay, August Moon began its existence as the summer camp of the late Brooke Astor. The original two structures, a two-bedroom cottage and separate glass teahouse by architect Robert Patterson, have been restored and modernized by the current owners. Architectural drawings showing the details of the window grilles for Mrs. Vincent Astor. People Mentioned: Mrs. Vincent Astor Camp for Mrs. Vincent Astor 1 1/2 in. = 1 ft. [show more] |