G F Mooney & Son Mill Photograph, Advertising, Box Branding
G F Mooney & Son Mill Photograph, Advertising, Box Branding. The black and white photo is taken in front of Mooney’s Mill with an automobile. Seventeen people are in the staged photo. None are identified. The scanned back of the frame identifies the photo taker, the well known, Farmington photographer E. Dore.
The Mooney and Sons business started in 1888. The Mooney family moved to Farmington in 1916, when Francis Robert Mooney, was only a few weeks old. George Francis Mooney and his son, Francis Joseph Mooney, were the proprietors of the Farmington Mooney Mill It was more formally incorporated in 1946.
Also included are a framed Mooney Mills cardboard box side, with full printed lettering and advertisement information. A second marketing item for the mill is a drawing of the wood, plain and enameled handles, they were famous for, and a key list for their best selling handles, printed on what looks to be aqua colored paper. In addition to making handles, they made wood buttons, turnings for toys, dolls, games and tops.
Items are digital copies and cannot be found in the physical museum collection.
FHS-Kyle Leach
Circa 1922
Donated by Norma Mooney- Great Granddaughter of George Francis Mooney and his son, Francis Joseph Mooney her Grandfather.
Sepia Souvenir Postcard Burtman Shoe Co. South Main Street Farmington NH
Sepia souvenir postcard Burtman Shoe Co. south Main Street Farmington , close to the the bend, facing northward. Sepia postcard labeled as" Burtman Shoe Co., Farmington, NH. " The photo seems to be taken from across the street from the factory. A fence, and an electric pole can be see in the foreground to mid ground. A tree stands at the center right of the middle of the photo. The entire front side of the Burtman Shoe Co. building can be seen in the back. All four stories can be seen and the flat roof has a rectangular cupola at the center.
Size 3.5" x 5.5"
FHS-Kyle Leach
Unknown
Unknown
Early 20th Century
Birds Eye View Central & Main Souvenir Postcard
Black and white, Farmington, NH postcard showing a birds eye view of Central Street and Main Street in downtown Farmington, facing north, up the Main Street hill, during the day. The Richards Block and Odd Fellows Block buildings can be seen in the photo in the middle-ground. The White Store can be seen. Some of what is left of the Barker Block, in the foreground, can be seen, after the fire took out all of that block, reducing it to rubble. The rubble has been cleared. Trees can be seen throughout the downtown, sans their leaves. A horse is hitched at the Farmington News building. A dozen people seem to be milling about the downtown. The shops appear to be open, as they have their awnings extended. The photo is post electrification. Divided back postcard.
Size 3.5" x 5.5"
FHS-Kyle Leach
Unknown
Unknown
Circa 1910
The White Store Farmington NH Color Souvenir Postcard
The White Store Farmington, NH color souvenir postcard. The White Store was a well known department store. It carried dry goods, furniture, clothing for men, women, and children, decor, and other ready to carry, ready to wear goods. It faced Main Street with two full display windows on the ground floor, on either side of the entrance. The entire three story building was painted a bright, clean white color and had large banks of windows lining all outer walls of the second and third floor. A tall marketing pole, with the words" The White Store,"on all four sides was placed in the street adorned at the top with a five point yellow star. This postcard represents the store after electrification of the town as a line pole is visible to the left of the building. Non-divided back postcard. Postcard was stamped and was imprinted by the post office. Postcard was sent to Miss Gladys Ellis, Alton Bay, NH.
Size 3.5" x 5.5"
FHS-Kyle Leach
Published in Germany by W L Peavey, Farmington, NH S.87748.
Published in Germany by W L Peavey, Farmington, NH S.87748.
Circa 1908
Farmington NH Souvenir Postcard Looking Up Central Street
Central Street souvenir postcard. The front photo is taken facing up Central street away from Main Street, specifically focusing on the buildings close to the intersection of Central and Main. Most of the buildings appear to be in their original states, as many are no longer standing or have been altered due to fires. Information printed at the top lists "Central Street , Farmington, NH." Divided back card.
Size 3.5" x 5.5"
FHS-Kyle Leach
Published: R. A. Ferretti, Farmington, NH No. D747
Printed by: Newvo Chrome NY-Berlin, Dresden, Leipzig Germany
Published: R. A. Ferretti, Farmington, NH No. D747
Printed by: Newvo Chrome NY-Berlin, Dresden, Leipzig Germany
Odd Fellows Block Farmington NH Souvenir Postcard
Odd Fellows Block Farmington NH souvenir postcard. The front photo is taken facing down Central street toward Main Street, specifically focusing on the Odd Fellows Block and other buildings close to the intersection of Central and Main. Most of the buildings appear to be in their original states, as many are no longer standing or have been altered due to fires. Information printed at the bottom top lists "Odd Fellows Block , Farmington, NH." Divided back card.
Size 3.5" x 5.5"
FHS-Kyle Leach
Metropolitan Lithograph Company, Everett ,Massachusetts
Metropolitan Lithograph Company, Everett ,Massachusetts
September 1986 Business Highlight Puddledock Press-NAPA Auto Comes To Town
September 1986 business highlight for NAPA Auto, written by Pam Bouchard, for the Puddledock Press.<br /><br />The article reads: <br /><br /><em>A new NAPA Auto Parts Store has recently opened in town on Route 11. Proprietor , Mr. Cameron Kirkpatrick is an Alton resident with 20 years in the auto parts business. The new locale of the well-known store chain will be a convenient and dependable place of business.<br /><br /></em>These photos are stored together. They are from different periods of time. Last pulled together for possible use in August 1986. <br /><br />FHS-Kyle Leach
Puddledock Press
Puddledock Press
1986
September 1986 Puddledock Press Spotlight Varney's Market
A September 1986 Puddledock Press Spotlight of Varney's Market.<br /><br />The article reads:<br /><br /><em>Varney's Market</em><br /><p><em>There is a country store in town that his been here since approximately 1900. Eighty-six years ago; Ma,. Pa, Junior and Sally could have walked into this store and been greeted by friendly and soft-hearted "Mr. Owner" He would have supplied Ma with her cooking staples and Pa with his tobacco or cigar, and I Just bet Junior and Sally would have left with a smile , compliments of "Mr Owner" who had Just given</em><br /><em> them each a candy stick.</em></p>
<p><em>The scene has not changed much today at Varney's Market aside from the products family members might purchase. For example, Pa probably steps in for a pack of cigarettes and a rack of beer. Ma picks up her instant potatoes & microwave veggies. Junior and Sally, their rock magazines & diet soda and chances are they might still leave with a smile, compli-ments of Mr Dick Nichols, Proprietor, who had Just given them each a fruit roll-up.</em></p>
<p><em>Mr. Nichols, a native of Mass, brought his wife & family to Farmington nine years ago. Looking for an Independent and quieter way of life , they bought the store and started their business and new way of life.</em></p>
<p><em>Well-known to children and dogs for his soft heart and tasty treats, he is the perfect reflection of the"Mr.Owner" character. He stocks a variety of items that meet the needs of everyday life, making it convenient for residents to shop in town rather than travel to a grocery store out of town, especially for those who have no transportation.</em></p>
<p><em>Mr. and Mrs. Nichols are happy residents of Farmington, who enjoy the people and simple living of a small town, which In turn makes doing business at Varney's Market an enjoyable experience.</em><br /><br />These photos are stored together. They are from different periods of time. Last pulled together for possible use in August 1986. <br /><br />FHS-Kyle Leach</p>
Puddledock Press
Puddledock Press
1986
1892 Account 1875 Fire Farmington News, Page3, 1892
An 1892 account of the great 1875 fire on Central Street in Farmington, as presented in the Farmington News, Page3, February 12, 1892. The fire was swift and burned down many notable building including the Elm House hotel, the Thurston factory, Nat Roberts house, the J. F. Clesley house, and the First Congregational Church. Many, many other homes and businesses sustained damage.
This is a digital file and does not exist in the physical museum collection.
FHS-Kyle Leach
Farmington News
Farmington News
1892
Puddledock Press Photos & Article Hattie's Place Peavey Hill Main Street
Though Hatties's Place is now demolished, this is a promotional campaign from the Puddledock Press which has photos and an article covering history, the restoration of the building which was called the "Hattie White Estate" It also covers the operation of Hattie's Place as an elder care facility. The article reads:<br /><br /><p><em>This month's featured advertiser.....Hattie's Place</em></p>
<p><em>Many local people will </em><em>remember the Hattie </em><em>White Estate on Peavey </em><em>Hill that stood empty </em><em>for so long. After 8 </em><em>months of restoration, </em><em>it is now Hattie's </em><em>Place, a care facility </em><em>and shared home for the </em><em>elderly.</em></p>
<p><em>It is owned and oper-</em><em>ated by Simone Tarrants,a nurse with 27 years </em><em>experience and Wayne LaRoche. The CPR trained staff is well equipped to </em><em>help the elderly with their every need with 2^ hour supervision. The staff </em><em>also includes dietician Gladys Healy, who prepares the delicious home-cooked</em><em>meals.</em></p>
<p><em>The new addition, blending in nicely with the original structure, was re-</em><em>cently completed in June of this year by Elliot Construction. It consists </em><em>of 4 new bedrooms, visiting room and 2 new baths, all newly furnished. The </em><em>large piazza is especially enjoyed by clients on these hot days.</em></p>
<p><em>When not out on the porch, the residents may often be found around the kit-</em><em>chen table until late in the evening, enjoying the companionship, lively</em><em>dcussion, and snacks.</em></p>
<p><em> Hattie's Place is licensed and certified by the State, and are members of the N.H. Association for Residential Care Facilities. Anyone interested in</em><em>visiting is more than welcome.<br /></em><br /><em> Also, any questions can be an-</em><em>swered by calling 755-3937, or 755-3544.</em></p>
<br /><br />These photos are stored together. They are from different periods of time. Last pulled together for possible use in August 1986. <br /><br />FHS-Kyle Leach
Puddledock Press
Puddledock Press
1986