Deake's Wharf Explained
Deake's Wharf is a historic wharf in Portland, Maine,[1] on the edge of the Fore River. It is located on Commercial Street immediately south of Sturdivant's Wharf.[2] [3] [4] [5]
Brawn-Willard Company (later the Brawn Company) opened a sardine factory on the wharf in the early 20th century.[6] [7]
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Notes and References
- https://www.maine.gov/dacf/municipalplanning/comp_plans/Portland_2017.pdf Portland's Plan
- Web site: 2020-06-23 . Greater Portland Landmarks . 2023-06-19 . Greater Portland Landmarks . en-US.
- Web site: Plan of Portland, 1858 . 2023-06-19 . Maine Memory Network . en.
- https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/438e85ad-b6d2-4d84-aaab-f2a91cb2e879 Guide to the Piers and Wharves of Portland Harbor
- https://www.portlandmaine.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/2016_WTWW_map.pdf "Walk the Working Waterfront"
- Web site: 2014.057.2 South Portland Historical Society . 2024-06-03 . sphistory.pastperfectonline.com.
- Web site: Fish Packing, Deaks Wharf, Portland, 1924 . 2024-06-03 . Maine Memory Network . en.
