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Methodist Episcopal Church. Maine Conference

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John Dana Payson Diaries

 Collection
Identifier: SpC MS 1768
Scope and Contents

15 diaries, 1885-1910, of John Dana Payson, a teacher, summer resort keeper, and pastor. Payson was born in Cushing, Maine in 1861. Diaries date from his time at seminary in Bucksport, followed by stations in Bangor, Dexter, Southport, Camden, and Union. Payson notes the weather, church activities such as marriages and funerals, and daily activities.

Dates: 1885-1910

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