Author: Ronald Chase
Publisher: Down East Books
ISBN: 1608933628
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 161
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On November 12, 1971, Bernard Patterson, a much decorated Vietnam War hero, turned a real-life version of Don Quixote, Butch Cassidy, and Robin Hood all rolled into one package, robbed the Northern National Bank in Mars Hill, Maine. He escaped with $110,000; at the time, the largest bank robbery in the history of the state. A tunnel rat and paratrooper in Vietnam who rose to the rank of Sergeant, he was awarded four bronze stars and recommended for a silver star for valor. He returned home to northern Maine broke and disillusioned. Wearing dark glasses, dressed in a Marx Brother’s ankle length coat and wearing a blue wig, he robbed the bank, even though he was recognized by the elderly teller. He initially escaped by paddling a rubber raft down the Prestile Stream. This was the beginning of a comic, outrageous, implausible journey that took him across the United States, then to Europe and North Africa before finally surrendering to authorities in Scotland Yard after he had spent most of the money. Along the way, he lived a raucous life of wine and women while hobnobbing in aristocratic hangouts and giving money to those he perceived to be in need; all the time staying just a heartbeat ahead of law enforcement officials. He motor biked across Europe, hoodwinked border officials, bought a camel and got lost in the North African desert. Returned to the United States for prosecution, he was convicted and imprisoned. Released several years later, he moved back to northern Maine, where he continued to lead a reckless life that included running a “pot farm,” until he died at age 56 in 2003. When asked by a friend why he had robbed the bank, he responded, “the VA wouldn’t give me a loan, so I decided to take one out on my own.”
Author: Jim Harnedy
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439666822
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 102
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Maine has a collection of unique characters and tales that has helped to shape its identity. Meet the Artist Who Played Robin Hood, the Hermit of North Pond and the Mysterious Billy Smith. Uncover the state's hidden gems with stories like the Midas Scam in Lubec, which left investors with little but salt water to show for their investment. From the tragedy of the Wreck of the Circus Ship to the uplifting story of the Schoolgirl Ambassador, Maine author and veteran storyteller Jim Harnedy brings out the offbeat characters and events that have made the Pine Tree State so unique.
Author: Nancy Hendricks
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 407
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State Oddities takes a different kind of look at the American nation, spotlighting the fun foibles, peculiarities, and twists in each of the 50 states that are (mostly) united under the Stars and Stripes. State Oddities is a fascinating trip through the 50 states for students studying America, teachers planning classroom activities, and general readers who will enjoy an eye-opening journey through the nation's fun side. It offers a compelling look at the character of America through the individuality of 50 very distinct states that together form the USA. This book paints a picture of the broad sweep of the American story, offering a gateway to the country as it developed into one nation filled with individual states that can be remarkably different from each other, yet unified under such national symbols as the American flag and "The Star-Spangled Banner." The author of State Oddities has become known as a master of "painless history," telling America's story in a sparkling style along with the historian's eye for fascinating detail. On the book's cross-country journey, the reader will find that it differs from other works by taking a fresh look at stories we think we know.
Author: Ron Chase
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943424702
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 286
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Read a collection of short stories about real-life exploits in Maine's most challenging and scenic environments. Each chapter of this unique book combines stimulating tales of adventure with humor, some danger, and lots of camaraderie ending with a guidebook style addendum. It will take readers to the best of Maine:-Climbing Mount Katahdin in the winter-Bike riding on the Carriage Roads in Acadia National Park-Cycling the picturesque roads of North Haven-Sea kayaking along the rugged remote Bold Coast-Whitewater kayaking over the waterfalls of Gulf Hagas-Nordic Skiing through Mount Blue State Park-Navigating a windy voyage on Moosehead Lake with a climb of Mount Kineo-Backpacking the most remote areas in Baxter State Park-Canoeing the iconic Allagash, St. John, and Machias Rivers-Spring canoe racing on the KenduskeagAuthor Ron Chase has more than 40 years of experience as a Maine Guide and Trip Leader for the Appalachian Mountain Club and the Penobscot Paddle & Chowder Society. Join him in the woods, on the trails, rivers, lakes, and sea.
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Category : Insurance
Languages : en
Pages : 964
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Languages : en
Pages : 1356
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Author: Rick Allen
Publisher: First Edition Design Pub.
ISBN: 1622877802
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 195
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Two private investigators are on the trail of a potential bank robbery they believe will happen the weekend of the Route 66 Days Parade in Flagstaff, Arizona. Working together on the case will either rekindle an old flame between the two, or drive them and everyone else crazy. Keywords: Humor, Flagstaff, Private Investigator, Mystery, Adventure, Route 66, Funny Romance, Bank Robbery
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Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 788
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Author: United States. Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission
Publisher: Public Affairs
ISBN: 1610390415
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 578
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Examines the causes of the financial crisis that began in 2008 and reveals the weaknesses found in financial regulation, excessive borrowing, and breaches in accountability.
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Category : Audiobooks
Languages : en
Pages : 1804
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