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'''Baker's Island''' | |||
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The first lighthouse on Baker's Island was erected in 1791 by members of the [[Salem Marine Society]]. A second lighthouse (taller) was erected in 1978. The lights were affectionately called Ma and Pa Baker. | The first lighthouse on Baker's Island was erected in 1791 by members of the [[Salem Marine Society]]. A second lighthouse (taller) was erected in 1978. The lights were affectionately called Ma and Pa Baker. | ||
The smaller lighthouse was razed in 1916. The remaining light was electrified in 1938 and is partially powered by solar energy. | The smaller lighthouse was razed in 1916. The remaining light was electrified in 1938 and is partially powered by solar energy. | ||
Revision as of 11:51, 28 November 2008
Baker's Island
Baker's Island Lighthouses The first lighthouse on Baker's Island was erected in 1791 by members of the Salem Marine Society. A second lighthouse (taller) was erected in 1978. The lights were affectionately called Ma and Pa Baker. The smaller lighthouse was razed in 1916. The remaining light was electrified in 1938 and is partially powered by solar energy.
