Keywords: Sutler
Item 108707
Sutler agreement with Shepard Cary, Houlton, 1837
Contributed by: Aroostook County Historical and Art Museum Date: 1837-06-24 Location: Houlton Media: Ink on Paper
Item 66913
Charles Bridges resignation, Port Hudson, LA, 1863
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1863-07-25 Location: Port Hudson; Castine Media: Ink on paper
Exhibit
Lt. Charles Bridges: Getting Ahead in the Army
Sgt. Charles Bridges of Co. B of the 2nd Maine Infantry was close to the end of his two years' enlistment in early 1863 when he took advantage of an opportunity for advancement by seeking and getting a commission as an officer in the 3rd Regiment U.S. Volunteers.
Exhibit
Shepard Cary: Lumberman, Legislator, Leader and Legend
Shepard Cary (1805-1866) was one of the leading -- and wealthiest -- residents of early Aroostook County. He was a lumberman, merchant, mill operator, and legislator.