1953 Map of Caribou

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The Aroostook River curves through this agricultural landscape of northern Maine, anchoring a network of towns and rail sidings at the height of the mid-century potato farming era. The Bangor and Aroostook railroad serves as the primary artery for the region, connecting hubs like Caribou and Washburn with remote stops such as Rista Siding and Ben Thomas Siding. In the northern townships of New Sweden and Westmanland, the settlement pattern reflects deep-rooted community structures through local landmarks like New Sweden Sta and PO and the Westmanland Sch.