1902 Map of Orono

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The Penobscot River serves as the industrial and cultural spine of this region at the start of the 20th century, with major activity concentrated at the confluence of the Stillwater River and the main branch. The town of Old Town and the prominent Indian Island sit at the center of a complex network of waterways and islands, including Orono Island and Boom Islands. This survey illustrates a period of diverse transportation, where heavy rail lines like the Bangor and Aroostook RR and Maine Central RR operated alongside an Electric RR and a dedicated Bicycle Path near Orono. The educational foundations of the area are established at the University, while industrial settlements such as Basin Mills, Great Works, and Stillwater indicate a landscape built on river-powered commerce. Farther east, the terrain transitions into the lake and pond country of Chemo Pond and Davis Pond.