Oral history interview, [197-] [sound recording].

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Oral history interview, [197-] [sound recording].

Interview, with Savage, relating to his involvement with the creation of the gardens at Asticou near Northeast Harbor, Me.: Asticou Azalea Garden and Thuya Garden.

1 audiotape.

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