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Rediscover Portland, Maine, through the eyes of the 1940s with this meticulously reproduced city guide. Originally compiled by the Writers' Program, a division of the Work Projects Administration (WPA), this guide offers a fascinating snapshot of Portland during a pivotal era in American history. More than just a travelogue, this guide delves into the city's rich history, architecture, cultural institutions, and the lives of its citizens. Explore detailed descriptions of landmarks, parks, and neighborhoods, accompanied by historical context that brings the past to life. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a local resident, or a visitor planning a trip, this guide provides a unique and insightful perspective on Portland's enduring charm. Experience Portland as it was, captured in vivid detail in this historical treasure. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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