Catalogue #	Title	Type	Subject	Description
2014.503.2994	"Defeats Champion By The Aid Of A Heating Pad"	Publication, Newspaper	People	A newspaper article entitled "Defeats a Champion By the Aid Of A Heating Pad." This article is about W.H Marr defeating Stuart F. Walker in a golf competition. The full article says "W.H. Marry, prominent local druggist, by the aid of a torridaire heating pad in his pocket to keep his hands warm, played golf Tuesday afternoon at the Wilson Lake Country club and succeeded in defeating Stuart F. Walker, the club champion, who was handicapped because of being unable to share Mr. Marr's heating pad for the same purpose. Marr was five strokes on Walker at the competition of the nine holes.	"Defeats Champion By The Aid Of A Heating Pad" Catalogue #: 2014.503.2994    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: People Materials: Paper Description: A newspaper article entitled "Defeats a Champion By the Aid Of A Heating Pad." This article is about W.H Marr defeating Stuart F. Walker in a golf competition. The full article says "W.H. Marry, prominent local druggist, by the aid of a torridaire heating pad in his pocket to keep his hands warm, played golf Tuesday afternoon at the Wilson Lake Country club and succeeded in defeating Stuart F. Walker, the club champion, who was handicapped because of being unable to share Mr. Marr's heating pad for the same purpose. Marr was five strokes on Walker at the competition of the nine holes. [show more]
2021.504.2995	Photo of a young girl!	Image, Photograph	People	A photo of an unknown young girl. This photo may be of of Louise Marr as a child, but there is no markings on it to determine who the girl might be. The photo is printed on a piece of tin or aluminum, but does not have any magnetic properties.	Photo of a young girl! Catalogue #: 2021.504.2995    Type: Image, Photograph Subject: People Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Metal Description: A photo of an unknown young girl. This photo may be of of Louise Marr as a child, but there is no markings on it to determine who the girl might be. The photo is printed on a piece of tin or aluminum, but does not have any magnetic properties.
2014.505.2996	" 'Old Ironsides' faces new battle."	Publication, Newspaper	Vessels, Ship	A newspaper article talking about the historic boat the 'Old Ironsides.' The article says Forer commanders worry about historic ship's seaworthiness, want her tested in harbor." It also says "The former commanders argue that to see whether the ship is ready to sail in the open sea it needs to be tested in a protected harbor."	" 'Old Ironsides' faces new battle." Catalogue #: 2014.505.2996    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: Vessels, Ship Creator: The Associated Press Date: 1998-04-15 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A newspaper article talking about the historic boat the 'Old Ironsides.' The article says Forer commanders worry about historic ship's seaworthiness, want her tested in harbor." It also says "The former commanders argue that to see whether the ship is ready to sail in the open sea it needs to be tested in a protected harbor."
2014.506.2997	"Preble Launches Attack On Pirate Stronghold"	Publication, Newspaper	Object, Other Object	"Preble Launches Attack On Pirate Stronghold." Part 197 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This part tells the story of Lieutenant Stephen Decatur and Commodore Preble destroying the captured frigate "Philadelphia." The men succeeded in their goal to destroy the Philadelphia. The article says "The Frigate's destruction took a great load off Commodore Preble's mind, for properly commissioned in pirates hand, she might have wrecked havoc in the American squadron."	"Preble Launches Attack On Pirate Stronghold" Catalogue #: 2014.506.2997    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: Object, Other Object Creator: Fred Humiston Date: 1965-01-01 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: "Preble Launches Attack On Pirate Stronghold." Part 197 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This part tells the story of Lieutenant Stephen Decatur and Commodore Preble destroying the captured frigate "Philadelphia." The men succeeded in their goal to destroy the Philadelphia. The article says "The Frigate's destruction took a great load off Commodore Preble's mind, for properly commissioned in pirates hand, she might have wrecked havoc in the American squadron." [show more]
2014.507.2998	"Raid On Enemy Ship Is Highly Successful."	Publication, Newspaper	People	"Raid On Enemy Ship Is Highly Successful." Part 187 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This story tells of a Edward Preble being sent to prison where he contracted typhus and was dying until he was saved a family friend. The story goes on to tell about how Preble saved prisoners off of a British War Ship	"Raid On Enemy Ship Is Highly Successful." Catalogue #: 2014.507.2998    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: People Creator: Fred Humiston Date: 1965-01-01 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: "Raid On Enemy Ship Is Highly Successful." Part 187 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This story tells of a Edward Preble being sent to prison where he contracted typhus and was dying until he was saved a family friend. The story goes on to tell about how Preble saved prisoners off of a British War Ship
2014.508.2999	"Warship heads to the open sea"	Publication, Newspaper	Vessels, Ship	A newspaper article about Old Ironsides, a navy warship from theh late 1700's. This ship used to sit as a museum piece but after a 3.5 year restoration the ship is put back to sail the seas. The article ends by saying "Its no longer a museum piece... she's actually a living ship."	"Warship heads to the open sea" Catalogue #: 2014.508.2999    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: Vessels, Ship Creator: Portsmouth Herald Date: 1997-07-21 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A newspaper article about Old Ironsides, a navy warship from theh late 1700's. This ship used to sit as a museum piece but after a 3.5 year restoration the ship is put back to sail the seas. The article ends by saying "Its no longer a museum piece... she's actually a living ship."
2014.509.3000	"American Marksmanship Claims British Vessel."	Publication, Newspaper	Vessels, Boat	"American Marksmanship Claims British Vessel." - Part 185 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - and Women." This story is about Edward Preble, it starts by telling of Preble's youth as a farm boy and his journey with learning how to be a seaman. The story then switches over to the story of a navy ship that fired a deadly shot to a British ship. This part says " The 'protector' fired a deadly raking broadside, which brought down the mizzenmast and set the main top-gallant afire."	"American Marksmanship Claims British Vessel." Catalogue #: 2014.509.3000    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: Vessels, Boat Creator: Fred Humiston Date: 1965-01-01 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: "American Marksmanship Claims British Vessel." - Part 185 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - and Women." This story is about Edward Preble, it starts by telling of Preble's youth as a farm boy and his journey with learning how to be a seaman. The story then switches over to the story of a navy ship that fired a deadly shot to a British ship. This part says " The 'protector' fired a deadly raking broadside, which brought down the mizzenmast and set the main top-gallant afire." [show more]
2014.510.3001	"Edward Turns Tables On That Terrible Turk!"	Publication, Newspaper	People	"Edward Turns Tables On That Terrible Turk!" Part 183 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This story starts off by telling a brief story of Edward Preble saying he was the "Father of the Navy," and "He was born to the sea: salt was in his blood." The article then shifts to Edwards father Jebediah Preble, saying that he was a humorous man who was known for his practical jokes. The rest of the article consists of a story about Edward branding a turk.	"Edward Turns Tables On That Terrible Turk!" Catalogue #: 2014.510.3001    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: People Creator: Fred Humiston Date: 1965-01-01 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: "Edward Turns Tables On That Terrible Turk!" Part 183 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This story starts off by telling a brief story of Edward Preble saying he was the "Father of the Navy," and "He was born to the sea: salt was in his blood." The article then shifts to Edwards father Jebediah Preble, saying that he was a humorous man who was known for his practical jokes. The rest of the article consists of a story about Edward branding a turk. [show more]
2014.511.3002	"Promotion To Captain Keeps Preble In Navy."	Publication, Newspaper	People	"Promotion To Captain Keeps Preble in the Navy." Part 191 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This article tells the story about Lieutenant Edward Preble getting promoted to a captain. After his promotion Preble was commanded to take a ship to the east indies, and then return with other sailors. It says that the ship hit some troubles with the sails, but since Preble was a better sailor he was able to handle the trouble. The article ends with telling the readers about how Preble and eight other sailors got sick on the ride home, but Preble was not able to fully recover from it.	"Promotion To Captain Keeps Preble In Navy." Catalogue #: 2014.511.3002    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: People Creator: Fred Humiston Date: 1965-01-01 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: "Promotion To Captain Keeps Preble in the Navy." Part 191 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This article tells the story about Lieutenant Edward Preble getting promoted to a captain. After his promotion Preble was commanded to take a ship to the east indies, and then return with other sailors. It says that the ship hit some troubles with the sails, but since Preble was a better sailor he was able to handle the trouble. The article ends with telling the readers about how Preble and eight other sailors got sick on the ride home, but Preble was not able to fully recover from it. [show more]
2014.512.3003	"Lure Of Life At Sea attracts Edward Preble."	Publication, Newspaper	People	"Lure Of Life At Sea attracts Edward Preble." Part 184 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This story starts off talking about Edward Prebles father and his love for practical jokes. This article tells the story about how Edward was always meant to be a seaman. The article ends by saying " 'One voyage aboard a privateer will cure him of any notion of making the sea his profession.' He couldn't have been more wrong."	"Lure Of Life At Sea attracts Edward Preble." Catalogue #: 2014.512.3003    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: People Creator: Fred Humiston Date: 1965-01-01 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: "Lure Of Life At Sea attracts Edward Preble." Part 184 of Fred Humiston's "Blue Water Men - And Women." This story starts off talking about Edward Prebles father and his love for practical jokes. This article tells the story about how Edward was always meant to be a seaman. The article ends by saying " 'One voyage aboard a privateer will cure him of any notion of making the sea his profession.' He couldn't have been more wrong." [show more]
2021.456.2902	Spurling Records	Document, Government, Marriage Record	People	A Born, married, and death record of the Spurling family. These records date as far back as the 1700's.	Spurling Records Catalogue #: 2021.456.2902    Type: Document, Government, Marriage Record Subject: People Date: 1790 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A Born, married, and death record of the Spurling family. These records date as far back as the 1700's.
2013.493.2984	Spurling - Julia Marie Spurling's hand-laced handkerchiefs and needlepoint pillow.	Object, Art, Needlework, Quilt	People	Eight hand-laced handkerchiefs: two with purple, stamped name "Mrs. J. M. Spurling" Julia (Marie) Spurling. Two hand-made crocheted, lace pieces (one long strip, one square). One needlepoint pillow. One needlepoint sampler. From Whitney's grandmother's room in his present house, likely rescued from the house across the street when it burned 1928. Donor requests they be kept in the old pink chocolate box as that's where they've been stored in for years.	Spurling - Julia Marie Spurling's hand-laced handkerchiefs and needlepoint pillow. Catalogue #: 2013.493.2984    Type: Object, Art, Needlework, Quilt Subject: People Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Fabric Description: Eight hand-laced handkerchiefs: two with purple, stamped name "Mrs. J. M. Spurling" Julia (Marie) Spurling. Two hand-made crocheted, lace pieces (one long strip, one square). One needlepoint pillow. One needlepoint sampler. From Whitney's grandmother's room in his present house, likely rescued from the house across the street when it burned 1928. Donor requests they be kept in the old pink chocolate box as that's where they've been stored in for years. [show more]
2014.494.2985	Small wooden basket.	Object, Containers, Basket	Object, Other Object	Small woven basket. The basket has a small handle that can be used to open the basket. There is a latch for the basket to close, but it looks as though it broke. This basket looks like it was probably used to hold small objects like jewelry or small children's toys.	Small wooden basket. Catalogue #: 2014.494.2985    Type: Object, Containers, Basket Subject: Object, Other Object Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Wood Description: Small woven basket. The basket has a small handle that can be used to open the basket. There is a latch for the basket to close, but it looks as though it broke. This basket looks like it was probably used to hold small objects like jewelry or small children's toys.
2021.456.2942	A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley.	Document, Correspondence, Letter	People	A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley. On the front of the card there is a wreath and a scroll that says " Christmas greetings." Also on the front of the card there is 5 stamps from 1949. On the inside of the card it says "Sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year." The signature on the card is illegible.	A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley. Catalogue #: 2021.456.2942    Type: Document, Correspondence, Letter Subject: People Date: 1949 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A Christmas card for Lewis Stanley. On the front of the card there is a wreath and a scroll that says " Christmas greetings." Also on the front of the card there is 5 stamps from 1949. On the inside of the card it says "Sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year." The signature on the card is illegible.
2013.491.2982	Correspondence between Hugh Dwelley and Cynthia Jabar about the work of Rachel Fields.	Document, Correspondence, Letter	People	A letter from Hugh Dwelley to Cynthia Jabar. Hugh starts the letter by thanking Cynthia for a copy of her book. He goes on to say "We Cranberry Islanders are very pleases at the popularity that Rachel Field's work among our islands still enjoys." He continues by talking about other books that have been written by islanders throughout the years and how these authors have been inspired by Rachel Fields' work. He then goes on to talk about Hitty and the work that is being done around her. He finishes the letter with another thank you to Cynthia, and signs off.	Correspondence between Hugh Dwelley and Cynthia Jabar about the work of Rachel Fields. Catalogue #: 2013.491.2982    Type: Document, Correspondence, Letter Subject: People Creator: Dwelley - Hugh L. Dwelley Date: 2006-07-05 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A letter from Hugh Dwelley to Cynthia Jabar. Hugh starts the letter by thanking Cynthia for a copy of her book. He goes on to say "We Cranberry Islanders are very pleases at the popularity that Rachel Field's work among our islands still enjoys." He continues by talking about other books that have been written by islanders throughout the years and how these authors have been inspired by Rachel Fields' work. He then goes on to talk about Hitty and the work that is being done around her. He finishes the letter with another thank you to Cynthia, and signs off. [show more]
2014.488.2975	Sarah Bunker Autograph Book	Document, Memorabilia, Album, Autograph Album	People	An autograph book owned by Sarah Bunker. This book has autographs and notes from Sarah's friends. Most of the book is signed by people living in places like Bangor, Ellsworth and Bangor. Sixty-two double sided sheets. All pages autographed except two at front of book.	Sarah Bunker Autograph Book Catalogue #: 2014.488.2975    Type: Document, Memorabilia, Album, Autograph Album Subject: People Creator: Sarah Bunker Date: 1874 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: An autograph book owned by Sarah Bunker. This book has autographs and notes from Sarah's friends. Most of the book is signed by people living in places like Bangor, Ellsworth and Bangor. Sixty-two double sided sheets. All pages autographed except two at front of book.
1000.0.1497	Alta (Spurling) Bunker	Image, Photograph	People	Photo, Alta (Spurling) Bunker, wife of Hen Bunker with Unknown Woman	Alta (Spurling) Bunker Catalogue #: 1000.0.1497    Type: Image, Photograph Subject: People Materials: Paper Description: Photo, Alta (Spurling) Bunker, wife of Hen Bunker with Unknown Woman
2018.407.2980	Bunker - Alta (Spurling) Bunker (1876-1969)	Reference	People		Bunker - Alta (Spurling) Bunker (1876-1969) Catalogue #: 2018.407.2980    Type: Reference Subject: People Place: Great Cranberry Island, Cranberry Isles, Hancock, Maine, USA
2014.473.2962	Spurling- Andrew B. Spurling.	Publication, Newspaper	People	Newspaper Articles on Andrew B. Spurling. The first article is entitled "Reminder of a Gallant Soldier." This article is about A.B Spurling being a gallant soldier during the civil war, and him getting a portrait featured in the State House. This article also mentions Samuel Spurling, and tells a story of A.B's upbringing. The second article is about the same portrait mentioned in the first article. This article is about how the portrait of A.B Spurling being in an appropriate place for the portrait to remain. The last article is entitled "Brought in Three Live Johnnies." This article is about A.B Spurling receiving a metal of honor for gallantry during the Civil War. This article tells a story of how A.B was captured by three rebel soldier and he singlehandedly fought them and brought them back to union territory.	Spurling- Andrew B. Spurling. Catalogue #: 2014.473.2962    Type: Publication, Newspaper Subject: People Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: Newspaper Articles on Andrew B. Spurling. The first article is entitled "Reminder of a Gallant Soldier." This article is about A.B Spurling being a gallant soldier during the civil war, and him getting a portrait featured in the State House. This article also mentions Samuel Spurling, and tells a story of A.B's upbringing. The second article is about the same portrait mentioned in the first article. This article is about how the portrait of A.B Spurling being in an appropriate place for the portrait to remain. The last article is entitled "Brought in Three Live Johnnies." This article is about A.B Spurling receiving a metal of honor for gallantry during the Civil War. This article tells a story of how A.B was captured by three rebel soldier and he singlehandedly fought them and brought them back to union territory. [show more]
2014.473.2964	Bangor Weekly Commercial, Receipt.	Document, Financial, Receipt	Businesses, Other Business	A receipt for the Bangor Weekly Commercial. This receipt was for $1.00 , and 12 months worth of papers.	Bangor Weekly Commercial, Receipt. Catalogue #: 2014.473.2964    Type: Document, Financial, Receipt Subject: Businesses, Other Business Date: 1899-11-07 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A receipt for the Bangor Weekly Commercial. This receipt was for $1.00 , and 12 months worth of papers.
2021.451.2831	Polly Storey Collection- Wild Island Seeds	Document, Financial, Receipt	Nature, Plants	WI seeds 1973 receipts- contains Tree Seeds packed by Wild Islands Farms from The Farm House.	Polly Storey Collection- Wild Island Seeds Catalogue #: 2021.451.2831    Type: Document, Financial, Receipt Subject: Nature, Plants Date: 1973 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Plants Size: Small Description: WI seeds 1973 receipts- contains Tree Seeds packed by Wild Islands Farms from The Farm House.
2021.456.2933	A wedding Invitation for Lew Stanley.	Document, Correspondence, Letter	People	A wedding invitation from Roger Hooper. This invitation is very plain and on the inside says " Mr. and Mrs. Roger Fellows Hoopers announce the marriage of their daughter Justine Van Rensselaer to Mr. Roger Milliken on Saturday the fifth of June nineteen hundred and forty-eight Saint John's Church Beverly Farms Massachusetts.	A wedding Invitation for Lew Stanley. Catalogue #: 2021.456.2933    Type: Document, Correspondence, Letter Subject: People Date: 1948 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A wedding invitation from Roger Hooper. This invitation is very plain and on the inside says " Mr. and Mrs. Roger Fellows Hoopers announce the marriage of their daughter Justine Van Rensselaer to Mr. Roger Milliken on Saturday the fifth of June nineteen hundred and forty-eight Saint John's Church Beverly Farms Massachusetts.
2021.456.2934	Post Card to Lew Stanley	Document, Correspondence, Letter	People	A postcard for Lew Stanley. On the front of the card is a drawing of the U.S Naval War College in Newport, RI. On the back of the card there is a note that says " Hello Uncle Lew, Hope this finds everything good with you. We have had a swell trip as far and also very interesting. Wished you were with us. See you later." the Card is signed Phil.	Post Card to Lew Stanley Catalogue #: 2021.456.2934    Type: Document, Correspondence, Letter Subject: People Date: 1949 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A postcard for Lew Stanley. On the front of the card is a drawing of the U.S Naval War College in Newport, RI. On the back of the card there is a note that says " Hello Uncle Lew, Hope this finds everything good with you. We have had a swell trip as far and also very interesting. Wished you were with us. See you later." the Card is signed Phil.
2021.456.2935	Christmas Card to Lew Stanley from Pink!	Document, Correspondence, Letter	People	A Christmas Card to Lew Stanley from Pink Stanley. The front of the card says "O Come, all ye faithful" and it shows children walking to baby Jesus. On the inside it says " With this Christmas wish for you there comes a little prayer- 'May our father up in heaven always keep you in his care'" and it is signed Pink and Eliza.	Christmas Card to Lew Stanley from Pink! Catalogue #: 2021.456.2935    Type: Document, Correspondence, Letter Subject: People Date: 1949 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A Christmas Card to Lew Stanley from Pink Stanley. The front of the card says "O Come, all ye faithful" and it shows children walking to baby Jesus. On the inside it says " With this Christmas wish for you there comes a little prayer- 'May our father up in heaven always keep you in his care'" and it is signed Pink and Eliza.
2021.456.2936	A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from the Stark family.	Document, Correspondence, Letter	Organizations, Religious	A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from Jean Stanley Stark and her family. On the front of the card is a photo of people singing around a Christmas tree. The inside of the card says "every good wish for a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year" and it is signed Jean Stanley Stark + family.	A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from the Stark family. Catalogue #: 2021.456.2936    Type: Document, Correspondence, Letter Subject: Organizations, Religious Date: 1949 Place: Cranberry Isles, Great Cranberry Island Materials: Paper Description: A Christmas card to Lew Stanley from Jean Stanley Stark and her family. On the front of the card is a photo of people singing around a Christmas tree. The inside of the card says "every good wish for a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year" and it is signed Jean Stanley Stark + family.

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