Category: Education, Schools by town, Fryeburg
Item 23793
Hannah Pierce on brother's advice, 1817
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1817 Location: Fryeburg Media: Ink on paper
Item 23899
George Pierce to Josiah Pierce on examinations, Baldwin, 1818
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1818 Location: Fryeburg; Baldwin Media: Ink on paper
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Independence and Challenges: The Life of Hannah Pierce
Hannah Pierce (1788-1873) of West Baldwin, who remained single, was the educated daughter of a moderately wealthy landowner and businessman. She stayed at the family farm throughout her life, operating the farm and her various investments -- always in close touch with her siblings.
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