Early Topsham History Details Hoit and Thorne Lineages
Comprises genealogical notes from 1786 births and 1740s land dealings in Topsham, tracing Dr. Phillip Hoit and Elizabeth’s children, connections to the Thorne family, and property deeds across Cathance and surrounding areas. Includes town official roles and marriages, with references to Willits Thorne, Lucy Freeman, and John Whitten families through 1770s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillip Holt
Elizabeth
Topsham
Abigail Hoit
Samuel Hoit
Martha Hoit
Philip Hoit
Weare
Tfillsborough
New Hampshire
Philip
Martha
Jersey
Larrabee
Heath
Willits Thorne
BB. Noyes
Dee. c
William Thorne, Jr
William
Daniel Randall
William Thorne
Robert Clark
Saml
Winchell
Cathance
Hoeres
Thomas ‘Thorne
William Thorne Jr
John Tarp
Adam Hunter
Thorn
Book of Records
Thomas Thorne
Lincoln Co. Court
Mary
Thomas
Sarah
Jacob Eaton
Broad Cove
Rachel
Katherine
Reuben Freeman
Susanna
Robert Sinclair
Lucy
George White
Willian Thorne
Lucy Freeman
Falmouth
Dixfield
White
King
Katherine Smart
Brunswick
Rachel Thorne
John Reed
John Whitten
Hannah
Moses
West Point
John
Dee
Ruth
Molly
Joshua
Samuel
Lewiston
Joseph
Bowdoin
Elenor
Peggy
Arundell
Ilis
Walker
Morse High Boys Tie for Seventh at Maine Inter scholastic Meet
Morse High athletes finished in a tie for seventh place with Kent's Hill at the Maine interscholastic meet held at the University of Maine. Hebron won with 451.3 points. Portland and Gardiner followed. Lawrence Palmer and Raymond Small earned silvers in the mile and 40-yard dash, while four records fell including Black's hammer and discus throws, Morrill's 100 yard time, and Rowe's broad jump.
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Morse High
Kent's Hill
University of Maine
Hebron
Portland
Gardiner
Thornton Academy
M. C
Cony
Morse
Bangor
Rockland
Corinna
Exeter
Washington Road
Lawrence Palmer
Aaymond Small
Black
Morrill
Rowe
Sicily Tours Carried by German Travelers in 1626
The writer recounts a Mediterranean voyage to Sicily via Palermo visiting Naxos and Monreale with notes on Sicilian history and architecture. They describe German tourists and hotel life at Trotes de Prance, and a rail journey along Sicily’s north coast with tunnels, local dining, and a rare English-speaking fellow traveler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naples
the Independent
Myo
Hercules
Theoeles
Naxos
Rome
Italy
Bate
Gare Hatdi
Massehini
Paterna
Monte Pellegring
Saint Rosalia
Mole
Trotes de Prance
Sicily
Saverage
Frenehoim
Jean
Paterno
St. Mark’s
Venice
Toatmmua
Dastern
Ishmed
Europe
Pittsburgh
Paris
Armerica
Pomona Grange Meeting Discusses Farming Improvements
Sagadahoc Pomona Grange met with Dromore Grange in Phippsburg to review orchard fertilization, poultry culling, and farming economics. Lectures by Mass Joanna Trodgkios of Bath and George A Yeuton highlighted nitrate of soda use, grass under trees, and pest control while Twin County Farm Bureau planned a big August field meeting at an Auburn venue.
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Sagadiahoe Pomona Grange
Dromore Grange
Phippsburg
Ous
Sagadsahes Pommona
Anagny Speckers
Mass
Joanna Trodgkios
Bath
Abbie Minott
Patton
Fle
Ile
Tai
Purinton
Patten
Roen
Atherton
Twin Counties
W. F. Gould
Winfiedd Morse
Annie Puringston
Marion Rafnell
Agnes Cattting
Jank Miller
Topsham
Bodwell
Dirige Bo Drenore
Merrymeeting
Ishinds
Sogadahoe
Topshim
West Bath
Doris Morse
Tle
George A. Yeuton
Ulis
M. White
Augusta
Net
Maine
Boston
Hliness
Indiana
Town
Co-Operative
Diane
Miss Minott
Coast Guard to Tighten Smuggling Patrols at Sea
Coast Guardsmen will intensify alert for contraband and smugglers along the Atlantic seaboard. The force plans to use new fast craft and reconditioned destroyers to boost patrols, coordinate with naval and prohibition authorities, and extend operations to key water routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiltether
Steve Cor
Geneab Sizer
Tharvey Beerey
Ian
Perth
Crise
Lev
Philidelphi
Naw
Entine Dey
Athimite
Spbh- Goo
Qiaeh
Dvs
Geat Lakes
Omville
Cogstatr
Gare
Eres Stelliam
Christmas Cove Center Emerges From Fisherfolk Roots
The article recounts Christmas Cove on the coast of Maine near South Barretel, its historic role as a fishing hub, and the shift from Grand Banks fishing to new community ventures. It notes summer boarders arriving to fund a community center, the settling of locals, and the gradual development of a social focal point amid changing economies.
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Christiia
Neloru
Mate
Rutherford
South Barretel
Minti
Public Schools Plan Arbor Day Observance
A plan urged public schools to observe Arbor Day with tree planting and conservation activities. It argues forests support industry and rivers, urging communities to organize programs, involve teachers, and even plant trees in honor of local gold star mothers and fallen servicemen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trix
Foreclosure Advises at Wortcage Plant Debacle
The Merrill Trust will proceed in detail against about Dow holders of the dead issue of SP2len OOO after a receiver is appointed. The plan hinges on a court action to reset the plant and determine sale or operation, with bondholders committee led by William BR. Skelton and George C. Wing among signatories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merrill
Bansser
Tristee
Dominic
Deetroyers Girk
Maneiel
Corporatien
Maine Democrats Plan Statewide Field Day at Waterville Grounds
The Maine State Democratic Committee plans a statewide Field Day at Waterville Grounds with refreshments a picnic dinner and speakers of national and local renown. Weather canceled the last event but organizers expect a successful gathering this time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Deuiocraic Committee
Plains Forge
Waterville Inne Ft
Pau
Dota Apt
State Committee
Debt on Y Cut Down To A Small Amount
Members of the YMC Am in Athens and the operating committee met Friday night. Edward B. South, president of the board, presided as reports from the operating committee and others connected with the association were submitted. The treasurer’s report showed progress in reducing the debt with hopes of leaving minimal indebtedness for season start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memders
Mee Oni
Athens
YMC
TSN
Edward B. South
Pof
Roger Skill- Ves
Giscerattion
Also Mentioned on This Page
Topsham Town
Moses Woodman
Mary Pelham Hill
Columbia
Fannie Plleth
Columbian Theatre
Briday Hight
Evelyn Vhlumener
Ruth Cohen
Nth King
Gladys
Marguerite Kneaghan
Hower
Sellers
Marion Oodiana
Carolyn Footer Wade
Miss Olina
Oboy
Dorothy Owens
Heer
Helen Cratant
Sylvia Ute
Annette Cutting
Virginia Vale Lice
Mrs. Heth
Lewiston Academy
Diaviola
the Little Devil
Agnes Costello
Dorothy
Helen Conley
Mary Cunningham
Sue
Elizabeth Maloney
Iva Jeddrey
Mary O'Brien
Marguerite Naughan
Sear
Marguerite
Dorothy Hodgkins
Sis Plopkins
Ter Anties
Pearl Oliver
Norma Hodgkins
Charlotte O Brien
Mildred McQuarrie
Frances Shaughnessy
Birdiebirdie
Allegiamee
Virginia Walkiee
Dorothy Hodg
Kins
Elizabeth Matones
Dorothy ‘Owens
Dorothy Conley
Adele Burton
Stanley Footer
Harvey Hirtley
George Wotton
Rutherford White
la Gaiety
Heth
The
Independent
Palermo
Pomona
Big Farm Bureau
Berry
Popham Beach
Christmas Cove Association
Wedgar
Neheray
Ataeriesa
Seemon
Peni
Ae Dalrer
Sumner Vasiters
Josephine Swanton
Gand Banks
Grand Banks
Gloucester
Friend O
Hoouuaiden
Guand
West Roxting
Matss
Leven
Qathather
Dro
Othis
Christine Clare
Roci Aml
Ae Ti
Phe
Phes
Peity
Quadat Sarredudings
Brace Ai
Eluir
Christmas Cove
Peter
Osehawls
Mary Jr
Democrats
Mice
Skoffield
Auburn
Neo Worm
Skofield
Tarr McCarron
Texas Steamship Co
Music Hall
Tras
Dollisger
Strout Electrical Co
Johnson Bros Co
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