Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1875-08-19
CAPITAL ISLAND.
A New Place CT Resort by the Sea Side.

A New Place Of Resort by the Sea Side.
Some time since, the owners of the steamer
Magnet became satisfied that more room for
those seeking temporary homes by the sea-shore,
and also for excursion parties and tourists, was
needed; and after carefully looking into the mat
ter, decided to purchase what has always been
known as "Pig Cove" Island. This tract of land,
comprising some 80 acres lies about half stones
throw from the eastern shore of Southport, and in
full view of Squirrel. Mouse and Burnt Islands.
1t is Of about the same nature Squirrel Island,
being partly ledge and covered with luxuriant
growth of trees.
There IS an abundant supply of fresh water,
two sandy beaches well protected for bathing, nice
anchorage for yachts, and a charming little cove
for boats. "A good landing has already been con-
structed, where the water is always smooth enough
for the safe embarkation Of passengers. The
views FROM several points seward and landward,
are very fine. There is also an excellent clam
beach, and fishing is as good as anywhere in the
vicinity.
The above mentioned company have according
y purchased the Island, changed the name
from Pig Cove to the more appropriate and
euphonious one of Capital Isle. They
have secured the services Of c. M Clay,
Esq, of Gardiner, who is already on the spot
making a proper survey of the locality, which
will render the dividing into lots easy and salts
factory from the start. 1t is proposed to have
reservation for public grove, part being pc.
culiarly adapted to that purpose. Avenues will
be laid out, to be severally called, Augusta Hal
lowell, Gardiner, Richmond, Bath, &C., as may be
determined hereafter. 1t is proposed to call the
place of Decentralization, Merry Meeting Landing,
and everything will be done as fast as possible to
make it attractive.
An important feature is the club principle,
whereby families can avoid the vexed cooking
trouble. Those who desire it, all things being
equal, can join the club land this does not inter-
fere with others who do not), dining hall will be
prov idcd, which can also serve for dance, and
general "tabe ct 'pote" established, saving the
trouble of a separate dining to each family An
and each member will receive the benefit Of all
that is saved. In other places this practice has
duced the price of board less than three dollars
a week for each adult.
This arran, cmcnt cannot fail to please those
who seek the sea shore as place of rest, and
bring it within the means of most people who de-
sire to do So Sensible women say they might as
well stay at home and work where they have the
proper convencnces as go TO the sea shore to make
slaves Of themselves which they have to do else
pay exhorbitant prices for board. But the best
of all will be the new steamer soon to be placed
on the route between the upper kennebec, Booth
bay and adjoining islands. This matter is in the
hands of the owners Of the newly bought island,
who abundantly know what is needed. The new
boat will be first class in every respect. During
the heated term she will make a round trip day,
leaving Augusta in the morning. Arrangements
will be made with the Maine Central Railroad to
take passengers from Gardiner to Augusta when
the tide is unfavorable, and vice BY this
plan a sure thing will be accomplished and the
public satisfied
Mr.. Clay's survey will soon be made Tito map
and then those sect ing information can apply to
Messrs. G. < j. ID. White of Gardiner Another
yeartwill see all IL csc things on firm footing,
without doubt.