There's Something Special About These 17 Maine Farms From The Past
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Michelle
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Most people know about our coast land and lighthouses, but those who don’t have Maine roots often forget that we have a rich agricultural heritage. In fact, one of the most overlooked areas of the state is the Norther, comprised of places like Aroostook County where potato farming was the principal means of income for many people. Here are some lasting images of our farming heritage that we think everyone should take a moment to remember.
This was a resettlement client in Waldo County, Maine.
This area, while rural, was dotted with farms like this.
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Some similar structures can still be seen in the area.
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Most of these men ate lunch out in the fields.
In the foreground is a potato field ready to be harvested. Near Caribou, Maine.
This was about eleven miles north of Caribou, Maine
This was about eleven miles north of Caribou, Maine.
The hard work that happened in the area during this period of time has lasted and can still be seen today in the people of Maine.
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An eerie site with impending weather.
Schools in the area did not open until the potatoes were harvested.
At the head of the table is Mr. Woodman. Only the foreman and skilled laborers eat here. Eleven miles north of Caribou, Maine.
In Aroostock, the farmer spoke of his potatoes in terms of barrels rather than bushels or sacks.
The earth is built up around the sides to provide a more even temperature throughout the year.
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The highway running thru is U.S. No. 1. Near Caribou, Maine. Does anyone know exactly where this is today?
Imagine using these today!
This was the prize winning baby beef, which was raised by a daughter of an FSA (Farm Security Administration) client near Presque Isle, Maine.
The house has two rooms, one upstairs and one downstairs.
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