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SOLD! Reproduction: Maine Central Railroad, Handbook of Officers, Agents, Stations and Sidings, 1917

Posted on February 7, 2017 by lindasnyder

Among the several sets of reproduction railroad handbooks we picked up at a recent auction were these repros of the “Maine Central Railroad, Handbook of Officers, Agents, Stations and Sidings” from the original 1917 edition.  We have three of these … Continue reading →

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SOLD! Reproduction: Grand Trunk Railway, Portland to Island Pond, 1907

Posted on February 7, 2017 by lindasnyder

We just picked up 8 of these reproduction copies of the “Location, Description and Dimensions of the Stations, Buildings, Agents’ and Section Houses, Stock Pens, etc” Portland to Island Pond, and Island Pond to International Boundary Line, of the Grand Trunk … Continue reading →

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SOLD! Reproduction: Central Vermont Railway, 1922 Official List of Officers, Stations and Agents

Posted on February 7, 2017 by lindasnyder

We just picked up 4 of these reproduction copies of the “Official List – Officers, Stations and Agents of the Central Vermont Railway” dated January 1st, 1922.  It’s pretty cool to read through the listing of a variety of information and data! … Continue reading →

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Lot of 70+ Year Old Maine Extension Service Manuals

Posted on February 7, 2017 by lindasnyder

We picked up a great little lot of 70+ year old Extension Service manuals, brochures & pamphlets… some are a real blast to scan through. For example, the “Pest Control Materials” handbook includes DDT, which wasn’t banned in the U.S. … Continue reading →

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SOLD! Harlequin-Inspired Waterfall Dresser – Look at This Beauty!

Posted on January 29, 2017 by lindasnyder

https://upwithfurniture.com/2013/03/08/waterfall-dressers/ The term Waterfall is given to a style of furniture produced from the 1920’s through the 40’s.  The shape of the pieces has a rounded horizontal edge usually with ridges that resemble a waterfall.  The wood has a rich … Continue reading →

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SOLD! Excalibur Studios Motorcycle Ashtray – 1992

Posted on January 29, 2017 by lindasnyder

We have this super cool motorcycle-themed ashtray from Excalibur Studios, dated 1992.  The original price, according to the tag underneath, was $29.99. Condition:  Very good. Dimensions:  about 10 1/2″W x 8 1/2″D x 6 1/2″H Price:  $12.00.   (Plus the obligatory 5.5% State … Continue reading →

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A Pair of Wonderful Vintage Wood and Wrought Iron Finials

Posted on January 29, 2017 by lindasnyder

According to Wikipedia  (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finial) … A finial or hip-knob is an element marking the top or end of some object, often formed to be a decorative feature. In architecture it is a decorative device, typically carved in stone, employed decoratively … Continue reading →

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GONE! Curb Alert! Slatboard Display Cabinet and Other Misc Items

Posted on November 18, 2016 by lindasnyder

We like this solid slatboard display cabinet but it’s just too large for our shop, so now it’s free and will be outside Heritage Books & Maps, 5 Park Street in Lewiston during the times when Heritage Collectibles (189 Main … Continue reading →

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GONE! Another Inexpensive Entertainment Center – NOW FREE and In Front of the Shop!

Posted on November 12, 2016 by lindasnyder

Here we go again!  We’ve found ourselves in possession of yet another piece of furniture that we’d like to get rid of FAST!  Several people have looked at it, but unfortunately didn’t take it… and we’re a bit tired of … Continue reading →

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SOLD! Wrought Iron Tiered Plant Stand

Posted on October 20, 2016 by lindasnyder

Here’s a nice, solid, 5 tiered, wrought iron plant stand. Condition:  Very good. Dimensions:  43.5″H x  11.5″W. Price:  $9.00.   (Plus the obligatory 5.5% State of Maine Sales Tax, of course.) Layaway Plan:  Please see our “Details: Layaway Plan” page. Payment Information:   … Continue reading →

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