Introduction

Freeland and francis stanley were born in maine in 18 forty nine. They had five other siblings, two of whom were also twins. Freeland was diagnosed with tuberculosis when he was just three years old. After a short career as a teacher and principal, freeland went into business with his brother,. refining and marketing a photographic process known as dry plating. Their first automobile was built in 18 97, and by 18 99, it was the best selling motor car in the country. Because of its unique steam powered engine they became tycoons in their own right. It was said that their instruments were concert quality. Despite its classic architecture and lavish decorps, there is