Kingston History: Things

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The Ship on the Seal
The ship on Kingston's town seal is the town built brig "Independence."
Ever wonder what she might have looked like under sail? We think this photo is a good likeness. [GO]
Testimonial Proof...
... residents who served in the Grand Army of the Republic during the Civil War got a thank-you 'kiss' from the state of Maine. [GO]
It's Only Money....
Pelham Bradford owed John Bradford 10/6 (pounds, shillings) so he asked Captain William White of Kingston to pay his debt... [GO]
The Other Mayflower
The star of the 1952 Academy Award winning movie, Plymouth Adventure, was a 1/5th scale model of the Mayflower. After filming was over the 10 ton replica wound up in Kingston for a number of years. [GO]
Calling Cards
No self-respecting lady (or gentleman) at the turn of the last century would ever call on a friend without first presenting a calling card. [GO]




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