Item 101527 - Mill at the shore, Westport Island, 1908

Item 101527 - Mill at the shore, Westport Island, 1908
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Item 101527
Mill at the shore, Westport Island, 1908
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Charles E. Colby's portable sawmill stood on the shore of his property looking over the Back River toward Woolwich. Charles (left) and Mr. Pease worked the mill. In 1908, Colby made improvements to his mill putting in a 30-horse power engine. This photo was taken after the new equipment was installed.

Two of the Colby children, Verlie and one of her brothers, appear to be watching the operation.

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