The phone openwire lines (on the right, only) were getting quite old when this photo was taken since Ma Bell and others were converting to 10-pin crossarm construction to accomodate additional customers. Also, their older six-pin crossarms and pine (untreated) poles were deteriorating having experienced the tough New England four seasons during the then-previous 10 to 20 years.

On the left is a power distribution line which appears to be a double circuit one with small multipart insulators. Maine has always been known for its hydroelectric capacity and no doubt this line furnished light and power to many in this locale.