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Puddledock Grooming, located at 20 So. Main St; is owned and managed by Edwin Carlson, Formerly from Strafford, and now living in Alton, Edwin has been in business as Puddledock Grooming for two years. He gained his experience and ex¬pertise in grooming from participating as a handler in dog shows. Indeed, he started at age eight showing dogs in the 4—H Clubs.

As a professional handler he has trav¬eled as recently as February to Madison Square Garden in New York City. While there, the Borzor he showed won Best of Breed. Among the obvious services offered at Puddledock Grooming! grooming, clipping, washing, etc., Edwin also offers canine tattoos for ID purposes. It may not be as obvious that cats are catered to also at Puddledock Grooming.

Scheduling appointments are no problem as Mr. Carlson will open early to accommodate one's work schedule. He will also pick up and return the animals himself.

Edwin enjoys working in a small town such as Farmington where everyone knows each other, and looks forward to being of service to you and your pet. Part of a mixed photo collection from the March 1986 edition of the Puddledock Press.

These photos are stored together. They are from different periods of time. Last pulled together for possible use in April 1986. RKL-FHS]]>

These photos are stored together. They are from different periods of time. Last pulled together for possible use in April 1986.

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Size: Each Card 2.5" x 3.5"

Condition: Excellent

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Photography by Photo Assignment Inc Raymond, NH]]>

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Size 3.5" x 5.5"

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A February 10, 1928 fire effectively burned the Farmington Opera House to the ground. The library and town offices, along with most books, artifacts, and town records, from earlier periods perished in the fire.

This card also has a similar miniature version, which is different from the original focused more on the Opera House set in spring or summer.

Size 3.5" x 5.5"

Miniature Size: 2"x3.5"

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Size: 4' x5'

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From the caption in the March 1986 Puddledock Press edition:

More than 45 works of art were on hand and most were loaned by local residents.

Head Librarian, Phyllis Kuligowski, co-originater of the event, was very pleased with this year's turnout. The first Art Exhibition, in 1984, consisted of approximately 15 oil paintings, but has gfrown to also include pastels, ink sketches, black and white photographs, and crafts as well.

Local artist, Anna Richards, displayed three of her oil paintings. Ms. Richards, a long time resident of Farmington, has been painting for the last 10 years and conducting art classes for the last three. Due to her enthusiasm and encouragement, several of her students decided to participate also. Each student chose their own subject matter, resulting in a colorful addition to the other oil painting on display. Ms Richards said that though some of her students were reluctant at first, they soon were glad they took this opportunity to show their creativity.

Elementary school principal, Tim Woodward, loaned 8 items to the event, including several pressed flower arrangements and some unique oil paintings on wood.

Two more Farmington residents, Ed and Betty Demers, also contributed a few of their works. Mr. Demers displayed two of his woodworkings; a hand carved rooster, and a beautiful hand made dulcimer. For those like myself, who may not be familiar with it, Mr. Demers was able to provide us with a bit of history concerning the dulcimer. Dating back to medieval Europe, the dulcimer is a musical instrument with sounds similar to a zither. Though not known for sure, it is believed to have been introduced to this country by the Pennsylvania Germans, some 200 years ago. Though the instrument he exhibited was made of cherry wood, he has made at least 24 others, using woods such as pine and walnut. Desides those items, Mr. Demers has also handcrafted several wooden chests and decoys. Mrs. Demers loaned 2 of her oil paintings to the exhibition.

If you were unable to get out and see the exhibition this time around, don't despair, because Mrs. Kuligowski is planning an even larger exhibit for next year.

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Size: 5" x 7"

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Postcard: W W Roberts ]]>