Why did people want to get rid of people on malaga island?

People sought to remove the residents of Malaga Island, a small island off the coast of Maine, due to a combination of racial prejudice, economic interests, and social stigma. The predominantly African American community was marginalized and viewed as a nuisance by local authorities and residents, who wanted to develop the area for tourism and other uses. In the early 20th century, the state forcibly relocated the inhabitants, leading to the island's abandonment and erasure of its unique cultural identity.