Maine -- Politics and government -- 20th century

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A scrapbook covering Berry's political career in the Maine legislature from 1961 to 1971.

Abstract

Personal papers of Benjamin Bubar including a small amount of information about the Bubar family, publicity about Bubar's work as an evangelist, copies of his sermons and other writings on religion, and memorabilia and publicity about his political campaigns and service in the Maine legislature.

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Included are the personal correspondence and papers of former Governor Percival P. Baxter (born 1876 - died 1969) and former director of Baxter State Park Irvin “Buzz” Caverly, Jr. regarding Baxter State Park.

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The collection contains the text of speeches given by Frank M. Coffin during his campaign for governor of Maine in 1960. The speeches date from March 13-Nov. 4, 1960, and were given on radio and television, as well as to civic groups, fraternal organizations, social clubs, etc.

Scope and Contents The records mainly contain textual information created and curated by educator and historian David C. Smith. Smith was a widely recognized historian and lectured nationally and internationally on such topics as history, political science, climatology, agriculture, paper industry, literature, and popular culture. The records cover Smith's academic career at the University of Maine, but also his political work and time serving on numerous professional and community groups. The...