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Senator Smith purchased property on Neil Hill in Skowhegan in 1946. The spot provided a panoramic view of the Kennebec River, the lifeblood of her hometown. Logs that floated down the river were turned into pulp and paper, lumber, and a wide variety of wooden products. In addition, natural falls extended by two dams provided the power that drove local industry.
Margaret Chase Smith had a new house built on Neil Hill during 1948 and 1949. Described as her "dream home," it was Senator Smith's legal residence during her many years in Washington. It is the place to which she retired in 1973, and in which she died in 1995
When the library addition was built onto the house in 1982, a sun room was created. A glass roof and large picture window made it a very bright and warm public space. It became one of Senator Smith's favorite places. Consequently, many local people still have fond memories of driving by and seeing her seated there.
Sitting in her chair next to the front door, Senator Smith and her secretary, Angela Stockwell, attended to the daily business. Although the Senator had retired from Congress, she continued to correspond extensively and entertain many visitors.
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