Preface. With volume two of the Directory of Bangor and Brewer, we take pleasure in presenting a new map of both cities, which for accuracy and detail can nowhere else be found, it showing the latest changes and street extensions; also one-quarter mile circles, having the Custom House building as a center. When it could be ascertained, we have given the present residence of people whose names appeared in the last issue and have since moved away, and the date of death of those whose name appeared in the last issue. We have adopted for the present volume a new departure, which will commend itself to all who use the book. Instead of repeating the same surname many times we print it once at the head of the list. This style is now being adopted by all leading directory publishers, and gives entire satisfaction. As this year two directories are contending for patronage among our merchants, it might be well to call attention to the seasons the canvass for the different books were made. The Boston parties made their house-to-house canvass in January and February. Knowing that the largest number of removals occur in the spring, we waited until May and June before making our canvass, and have been able to correct the changes which have occurred since the canvass, so that in the present volume the residences are correct to date, and nearly six months later than our competitors.
Preface. In presenting our first issue of a Directory for the Cities of Bangor and Brewer, we do not claim to have published a book that is infallible, but it has been an earnest endeavor to give to the public a Directory that would be reliable. We have spared neither expense nor time in collecting data from authentic sources which could be relied upon, and have employed canvassers in the different cities who were born and grown up in their respective communities. With the next issue we will present a new map of the two cities, and hereafter the date of the deaths of people in the previous Directory will be noted opposite their names; also opposite the names of people moving from the city will be given where removed to. The resident directory of Bangor contains 8565 names, 1734 more than has ever appeared in any previous directory; Brewer contains 1760, a gain of 416.
Preface. We present herewith the BANGOR and BREWER DIRECTORY for 1890, constituting No. 13 in the regular series. We express the hope that it may compare favorably with any one of its predecessors. We have reason to believe that the complicated work involved in the compilation has been faithfully performed. Any suggestions from our patrons which in their judg-ment will render the book more serviceable will be gladly received. We express our gratitude for all favors received.
Preface. It gives us pleasure to present to our patrons and the general public the BANGOR CITY DIRECTORY for 1887-88. This edition is No. 12 in the regular series. For the past eighteen years the work has been compiled by the present Publishers, who feel, therefore, authorized in saying that they understand quite fully what the Bangor people need and desire in their Directory. In the present edition it has been the conscientious aim to satisfy such confessed needs and desires. No reasonable effort has been spared to make the work a credit to the prosperous city which it represents. We trust that the book will be appreciated, not only as a Directory, but as a book of reference containing much information of great practical value to the general public.
Preface. Again we present a new edition of the BANGOR AND BREWER DIRECTORY, No. 11, of the regular series, printed on calendered paper, with new type, State census, &c. We would respectfully call attention to our advertising department where are represented the most reliable business houses in the city, and citizens would do well to patronize. Americans visiting Europe will find our Directories on file at Messrs. Henry F. Gillig & Co.'s American Exchange and Reading Room, 449 Strand, Charing Cross, London, W. C., and 35 Boulevard des Capucines, Paris. Persons must know the precise spelling of a name before looking for it, as names pronounced the same are often spelled differently, and appear on different pages. Thanking the several communities where our agents have collected their information for the present number for their assistance.
Preface. In accordance with our usual custom we now present No. 10, of the regular series of the BANGOR DIRECTORY to our patrons, with the confidence of its welcome reception by them, as well as by the public generally. We have taken the usual pains to have all information furnished made as correct and reliable as possible, and trust we have succeeded in so doing. As places grow in importance and population, the directory increases in value as a book of reference. A good directory is a great benefit to a place, not only to the citizens, but to strangers and visitors who are constantly referring to its pages for information of some kind.
Preface. The BANGOR DIRECTORY for 1882 is herewith presented to our patrons, being No. 9 of our regular series. Since our last edition the revival of business has caused a large increase of names in our work, and we are happy to refer to our advertising department as an index to the enterprise and pros-perity of the business men of Bangor. The following figures show the large increase of names since our last edition: Names in 1882, 6,700. Names in 1880,5,422. Increase, 1,278. We take this opportunity to present our thanks to officers of societies, the business men, and citizens generally, for the courteous manner in which our agents were received while collecting the necessary information for the directory.
Preface. The usual time for a new edition of the BANGOR DIRECTORY has again come, and we present No. 8 of the regular series to our patrons, with the confidence of its welcome reception by them, as well as by the public generally. As cities grow in importance and population, the directory increases in value, as a book of reference, until large cities like Boston and New York could not possibly get along without their annual publication. A good directory is a great benefit to a city, not only to the citizens, but to strangers and visitors, who are constantly referring to its pages for information of some kind. We also often receive orders from distant parts of the country for our directories, which show that their circulation is not necessarily limited to the cities they represent.
Preface. Two years have elapsed since the last DIRECTORY OF BANGOR AND BREWER was published, and the many changes, both in business and residences, make a new edition very much needed. We have endeavored to present a trustworthy record of the inhabitants, business firms, public officers, institutions, and the societies of these places, and we trust we have succeeded in so doing, to the satisfaction of our patrons and the public generally.
Preface. More than two years have elapsed since the last DIRECTORY OF BANGOR was published, and the many changes in business and residence of the citizens makes a new edition very much needed; in fact the recent renumbering of the buildings on many principal streets, renders the edition of 1873-4 of very little use at the present time. We have endeavored to present a trustworthy record of the inhabitants, business firms, public officers, institutions and societies of Bangor and Brewer, and we trust we have succeeded in so doing, to the satisfaction of our patrons and the public generally.
To the Citizens of Bangor: It is our privilege to present herewith the revised Comprehensive Plan for the City of Bangor. In view of the significant economic, social, and physical change expected to occur in Bangor and the surrounding urban area during the next twenty-year period, we regard a sound long-range plan for guiding urban improvement, growth, and development as essential to our community well·being. Therefore, we emphasize the importance of general recognition and official sanction of the goals and objectives set forth herein. Although the Comprehensive Plan cannot be all things to all people, due weight and consideration has been given to all factors which might affect the economic, social, and Physical development of our community so that the ultimate plan would be as broad, inclusive, and realistic as possible in serving the interests, needs and desires of all of the people of Bangor. Only the key planning elements are presented in this report; further detail on any phase of the plan is available at the office of the Bangor Planning Department.
This report presents a condensed summary of activities in the Urban Renewal program in Bangor from the time of its inception in 1958 to the present day--a span of ten years. Bangor's program has been ambitious in scale; in attempting to renew the major portion of the central business district through the Kenduskeag Stream Project and in providing a new 130-acre subdivision development in the Stillwater Park Project area. Both projects have required a great amount of detailed planning and several innovative approaches have been developed to deal with the many unique aspects of these projects. Progress has been steadily maintained in both projects. The Stillwater Park Project is, for all intents and purposes, complete with the exception of land disposition. The demand for residential building lots has been slow since the first offering of land was made in 1966. However, the market picked up substantially during the current year and it is hoped that sufficient development will take place in 1969 to enable the Authority to make application for a major completion Grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Introduction: Although the Maine State Advisory Committee to the United States Commission on Civil Rights is concerned with the entire scope of civil rights responsibilities in the State, most of its attention in the last two and a half years has been focused on denial of equal opportunity in housing to Negroes. Investigation of this denial of equal opportunity culminated in two Open Meetings, the first in Portland, Maine on March 25, 1963, and the second in Bangor, Maine on April 27, 1964. It is significant that Maine, geographically remote from the troubled South and temperamentally different from the large industrial centers in the North, should contain this problem. It is possible that many residents of this State, and of other States may be surprised to discover that denial of equal opportunity is not confined to any one section of the country but is to be found even in this New England State which is not traditionally regarded as a site of racial tensions. Unfortunately, the problem is not new in Maine. But it is only now that it has emerged as one that people in the State are recognizing, discussing, and trying to solve.
Review: 1965 was a year of intensive activity and progress in the Stillwater Park Project. Property acquisition was completed, as well as the relocation of families, businesses and individuals. Demolition of structures neared completion and a major portion of the planned public improvements was concluded under contracts to the City Public Works Department and private contractors. Preparations were made for property disposition and a program of voluntary and compulsory rehabilitation was instituted. Although poor titles hampered the acquisition program, negotiations were successfully concluded for all but 6 parcels out of a total workload of 211. The downtown renewal project entered the execution stage in 1965. Preparations were made for property acquisition, and by year's end, the Agency had acquired 4 commercial properties. Negotiations were held with potential developers, both the outside re-development specialist, and the local entrepreneur, as well as displaced businesses desiring land for relocation in the project area. Design consultants were engaged to assist the Agency in setting design objectives and criteria, which will be utilized in requesting proposals for redevelopment. At least 12 business firms had relocated into existing or new facilities.
The name "Bangor High School" harbors many proud traditions. Today, November fourteen, nineteen hundred and sixty-four we pass on the name to a new generation and to generations yet to come. That this new building may deserve to bear the proud name, Bangor High School, depends on how effectively it functions in housing its students and its teachers in the numerous social, academic, creative and extra curricular activities which comprise the program of the Bangor High School. We cordially invite you to a pictorial tour of Bangor High School.
Ask Yourself These Questions Before You Vote: 1. Do you want a $5,000,000 blitzkrieg for Bangor? With the demolition of 106 business buildings? 2. Do you want a government agency in control of a vast section of our downtown area? Or do you prefer civic improvement through private capital and initiative? 3. Are you willing to pay higher taxes if this project fails to replace existing businesses? The Wall Street Journal found that less than one third of the total area demolished by Urban Renewal has been put to productive use. 4. Why should we exchange what we have for promises of something that may not materialize? Expressions of interest and hopes for redevelopment are not guarantees ...
This booklet is presented with the compliments of Bangor's Official Urban Renewal Authority in the interest of Bangor citizens and taxpayers. Its purpose is to point out the need, the benefits and the urgency of this vital project. The documented facts will show that this is a now-or-never opportunity for Bangor to solve a serious community problem by accepting an outright Federal Grant, (not a loan) of $5,500,000 to accomplish this purpose. Most important of all, it will show that if we act now, this vital, multi-million dollar project can be completed with an expenditure of about $120,000 in city funds and with the aim of helping to hold down local taxes. Many misleading and frightening statements have been made about the impact of the downtown project upon the community. The information presented here is both factual and objective. The Bangor Urban Renewal Authority is interested only in the development and progress of the City of Bangor itself, and does not represent or speak for any private group or special interests. We urge every citizen and taxpayer to acquaint himself with the facts and figures contained herein. It will then be evident that Bangor's Urban Renewal Plan is beneficial both to Bangor now as well as to the Bangor our children will inherit.--Urban Renewal Authority of the City of Bangor, Francis A. Finnegan, Chairman
The year 1964 ran the gamut of local and federal approvals of the downtown projects from the filing of Part I of the Application for Loan and Grant in January to the execution of a Loan and Grant Contract in December. The Kenduskeag Stream project embraces 50.7 acres situated in the central business district. The plan provides for the acquisition of 135 buildings while retaining 63 for conservation and rehabilitation. The assessed valuation of real estate that would be acquired is $4,200,000. The principal objectives of the Kenduskeag Stream Urban Renewal Project are to preserve the economic vitality of the central business district as a retail center and wholesale market, to meet the demands for new retail floor space forecast in the Marketability Survey, to provide downtown sites for the relocation of existing wholesale uses, to develop new off-street parking areas which adequately support existing and new retail space, and to provide a circulation system which separates automotive from truck traffic and intercity from intracity traffic.
To the young we say: "Believe in Bangor". Vote for a city you'll be proud to live in. VOTE YES FOR URBAN RENEWAL. To the middle aged we say: "Believe in Bangor". Enjoy the benefits of living in an alive, alert, economically healthy and thriving city. VOTE YES FOR URBAN RENEWAL. To the elderly we say: "Believe in Bangor". Make your legacy to coming generations a thriving city they'll be proud to live in. VOTE YES FOR URBAN RENEWAL. To every citizen and taxpayer we say: "Believe in Bangor".
Program includes statistics, members of the Dedication Commitee, and photographs showing progress of the project: October 1961, Start of Construction of the Kenduskeag Plaza; February 1962, Erecting form for first section of West Wall; October 1962, Hot topping started on West Side; June 1963, Completion of Plaza Parking Project.
In accordance with the By-Laws of the Bangor Urban Renewal Authority, the annual report is hereby presented. The report reflects the continuing effort the Authority is making to improve the physical condition of our city and the environment to its residents through the urban renewal program. I respectfully submit that the execution of the Stillwater Project has proceeded expeditiously and with a minimum of hardship upon the residents in the are, and that the planning of our downtown project has been successfully concluded. We intend to vigorously pursue our role in the evolution of these projects, which will contribute so much to the betterment of the City of Bangor. Respectfully, Harold L. Thurlow, Executive Director
In May 1955, the Bangor City Planning Board received a report outlining Bangor's housing problems and prospects, "with a view toward establishing a local housing policy and program." Several of the recommendations of this report have been accomplished. A Housing Code was adopted. An Urban Renewal Authority was created. The City is about to execute its first redevelopment project. A section of this report is herewith quoted as a point of reference to evaluate the progress of housing, improvement in the past several years. "If Bangor's housing as a totality is to be kept from settling into a state or progressive degradation, means will have to be provided to assure; (1) the conversion of the precious existing supply of good dwellings and neighbornonds, (2) the rehabilitation of salvable dwellings and neighborhoods and (3) the studied elimination and redevelopment of certain cancer-like growths of blight and shums in existence in the community today.
More than 350 years ago the first white man excreted his wastes into the Kenduskeag Stream. Today, the City of Bangor offers its citizens the same sewage treatment facilities as that given to the crewmen of Samuel de Champlain's ship in 1604. This report attempts to describe the extent of pollution in the Kenduskeag Stream and point out the potential health hazard of this foul smelling watercourse that divides our city with the sewage of our citizens.
