Author: Mark Carlotto
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The Martian Enigmas – Half a Century Later
In the late 1980s, I published the results of my analysis of the Face and other unusual features on Mars in several technical papers and a book. Released a few years after Richard Hoagland’s book, The Monuments of Mars, The Martian Enigmas examined these features in greater detail and presented a case for artificiality based…
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More Artificial Structures on Mars?
It has been suggested that an unusual square-shaped feature near the rim of an unnamed crater in the Arabia Terra region of Mars is a highly symmetrical object that might be an artificial structure of some kind. Further analysis of the surrounding imagery reveal additonal features in the crater floor that also look unusual. This…
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The Fate of Three Places in Dogtown: Part 3 – The Hilton House
Dogtown Commons, an early Gloucester settlement, declined after the Revolutionary War, leaving remnants like old roads and cellar holes. This article details three homes from the settlement, including that of Liz Tucker and her cousin Judy Rhines. Their history reflects Dogtown’s lost heritage, awaiting rediscovery beneath the recently developed landscape.
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The Fate of Three Places in Dogtown: Part 2 – The Clark House
Dogtown Commons, an early Gloucester settlement, became abandoned post-Revolutionary War, leaving only stone walls and cellar holes. This article explores the significance of forgotten homes and commemorates local poet Hiram Rich’s imagery-rich poem remembering a fallen patriot. Dogtown faces neglect despite its historical value, raising concerns about preservation efforts.
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The Fate of Three Places in Dogtown: Part 1 – The Stanwood House
Dogtown Commons, one of Gloucester’s first settlements, became abandoned as maritime trades grew post-Revolutionary War. Remnants like roads and walls remain, and this article begins a series on notable homes in Dogtown’s history. It explores the Stanwood house, its inhabitants, and the area’s decline in the late 18th century.
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Preserving Dogtown: A Matter of Trust?
The article discusses ongoing debates about the development and preservation of Dogtown, emphasizing historical land acquisitions and public opinions. While some protective measures have been implemented, such as Article 97, concerns remain about potential development that could fragment the area. The Dogtown Preservation Commission aims to balance these competing interests.
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The Story of Dogtown from a Satellite’s Perspective
A 2018 survey by the Public Archaeology Laboratory documented Dogtown’s historical and cultural resources, while earlier natural features were mapped in 1985. Boston University researchers, utilizing Landsat satellite data, aimed to analyze ecological changes in Dogtown, inspired by oral histories from Charles Mann’s “The Story of Dogtown.”
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The Future of Dogtown
Dogtown, previously supported by groups like Dogtown Advisory Committee, faces uncertainty due to lack of vision after the 2019 National Registry nomination failure. Concerns arise over potential development by the City of Gloucester on historically significant land, despite Article 97 protections. Current conservation efforts are limited, risking future land use changes.
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The Two Towers: A Closer Look at a Historical Landscape
Fitz Henry Lane’s painting, The Babson Meadows at Riverdale, depicts a lost pastoral landscape featuring historical landmarks like the Riverdale Methodist Church. The work hints at past flagpoles on Poles Hill and Squam Rock, sparking exploration into their potential navigational purposes and the mystery surrounding their existence and alignment.
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Turtle Rocks: Another Possibility?
Haskins Park in Rockport features two rock piles known as Turtle Rocks, believed to be remnants of the former Haskins hospital or possibly ancient markers. While some theories suggest these stones could be memorials or align to geomagnetic north, evidence points to their construction being simpler, possibly by Swedish stonemasons as burial cairns.
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