A Comment about The Maine Spirit Blog

Historians and horse lovers owe a great debt of gratitude to Stephen Thompson for his thorough and fascinating survey of Maine’s tie to the magnificent beast that, in both work and sport, was a principal means of tying this vast state together in the long era before the automobile. Water Village, my history of Waterville, only touches on the horse, most particularly the astonishing creature named Nelson. Thompson’s work reveals the full tale of the impact of these beloved animals in this area, and in celebration of the horse, future generations will be grateful to know a story that otherwise might have been lost in the mists of time. -- Earl Smith, Dean of College, Emeritus, Colby College

Friday, January 7, 2022

A Maine 200 Banner -- The Old Pioneer - Warren Alonzo Long -- Moved from Conway, NH to Limestone, ME in the 1860s

This Maine 200 Banner describes the life and accomplishment of Warren Long who wrote the poem, The Old Pioneer. It has been said that he was the first farmer in Aroostook County to raise 100 acres of potatoes. He was also a gifted carpenter who built homes and business buildings in Limestone. Maine. Warren Alonzo Long was my grandmother, Laila Susan Long Thompson, who was born in the first home that Long built. 

As you read the content of this banner, take time and bring to mind the stories of your family. Often family stories are never told. If your curiosity regarding your family's history needs to be addressed. Talk to your family including your parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts. There are stories to be told and precious memories to be remembered!

 


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