Josiah Pierce home, Gorham, ca. 1870

Contributed by Pierce Family Collection through Maine Historical Society

Josiah Pierce home, Gorham, ca. 1870

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The home of Josiah (1792-1866) and Evelina Lewis Pierce (1795-1870) on Route 113 in Gorham. The people in the doorway and the children by the gate are unidentified.

Josiah Pierce, a native of Baldwin and graduate of Bowdoin College, moved to Gorham where he set up a law practice and was active in community affairs. He served for a time as Probate Court judge for Cumberland County.

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About This Item

  • Title: Josiah Pierce home, Gorham, ca. 1870
  • Creation Date: circa 1870
  • Subject Date: circa 1870
  • Location: Gorham, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Photographic print
  • Collection: Pierce family collection
  • Object Type: Image

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