Farmers -- Maine -- East Dover

Abstract Memorandum books from an unidentified farmer in East Dover, Maine, dating from 1876 to 1903. The farm that is documented grew corn, hay, oats, and apples; raised sheep and cows; and tapped maple trees for syrup. The books include records of financial transactions, planting and harvesting, and diary entries outlining daily activities. Some books also contain records of sheep raised and wool sold, property valuations, taxes paid, etc., covering a range of years. One volume includes detailed...