Description: Certificate of ordination as Priest in the Episcopal Church, Diocese of California, for William Thomas Manning. December 12, 1891. Certificate is handwritten and bears the seal of the Diocese of California. Manning owned The Mount Desert House in Somesville, where he and his family summered. Manning later became Bishop of the Diocese of New York. From: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition | Date: 2008 | The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition: William Thomas Manning 1866-1949, American Episcopal bishop of New York, b. England, received his collegiate and theological training at the Univ. of the South, Sewanee, Tenn. Ordained a priest (1891), he served parishes in California, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee and taught dogmatic theology at the Univ. of the South before becoming rector of Trinity parish, New York City, in 1908. Manning was bishop of New York from 1921 until his retirement in 1946. [show more]
Description: One page of memorabilia found in a 8x10 worn red velvet photo album in poor condition. A mourning card for Marjorie Somes, died September 15, 1894. This is the second of two mourning cards for this child located in this photo album.
Description: Certificate of ordination as a Deacon in the Episcopal Church, Diocese of Tennessee, for William Thomas Manning. Manning was a summer resident of Somesville and owner of The Mount Desert House. Manning became Bishop of the Diocese of New York. 1889. William Thomas Manning From: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition | Date: 2008 | The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition: William Thomas Manning 1866-1949, American Episcopal bishop of New York, b. England, received his collegiate and theological training at the Univ. of the South, Sewanee, Tenn. Ordained a priest (1891), he served parishes in California, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee and taught dogmatic theology at the Univ. of the South before becoming rector of Trinity parish, New York City, in 1908. Manning was bishop of New York from 1921 until his retirement in 1946. [show more]
Description: One page of photos and memorabilia found in a 8x10 worn red velvet photo album in poor condition. This card was probably used at the funeral services for Hollis Edmond Fernald, 5 mo., 1889.
Description: One page of memorabilia found in a 8x10 worn red velvet photo album in poor condition. A card with notice of the death of Marjorie Somes, September 15, 1894. Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brigham Fernald. Age at death: 2 years, 10 months old.
Description: This item is a bottle capper. Along the side of the supporting arm are these words imprinted in the metal " INDESTRO MFG CO CHICAGO". It is about 19 inches high. There are four holes in the base for mounting on a work surface. There is a grooved rubber disc on the base which has the same logo as the supporting arm with the addition of "USA". There is a handle which can raise or lower the capping device. The capping device is rusty. [show more]
Description: Elegant plaid wool sleighing cape with many decorative elements. Green, grey, red and white plaid. Rounded collar. Solid grey lining. Belonged to Great Great Aunt, Lorinda Smith Hudson of Pretty Marsh
Description: Cream jug from Rock End Hotel, Northeast Harbor. Labeled "made in Germany" and E.J. Totten of Northeast Harbor on bottom. Image of the hotel on the jug.
Description: Navy panné velvet evening dress with matching jacket. Ruched sleeves, square neckline on dress. Jacket has decorative cord work on shoulders, black and gold lame front facing revers and cuffs.
Description: Cream linen with lace yoke center front panel, sailor collar with blanket stitch edge. Pockets on the front of skirt and partial belt which is formed by the pockets.
Description: Pale peach pleated and tucked party dress made of a Peau De Soie satin. Label indicates that is was made by a union factory, reading: "Int. Ladies Garment Workers Union. Union Made. ILGWU. AFL CIO."