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[CHES-ter-vil] a town in Franklin County, incorporated on February 20, 1802 from Chester Plantation. It annexed land from Wilton in 1811 and Vienna in 1847 to complete its current area. The village of Farmington Falls is partly in Farmington and partly in Chesterville.
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Post Office and Carding Mill, North Chesterville, Me.
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1839 - Chesterville
Chesterville, Maine
Franklin county. Wilson's stream passes through this town, and empties below the falls of Sandy river. First settled, 1782. Incorporated, 1802. Population, 1837, 1,040.—This is an excellent township of land. It yielded, in 1837, 4,046 bushels of wheat. It lies about 24 miles N.E. from Augusta and 12 N.E. from Farmington.
Franklin county. Wilson's stream passes through this town, and empties below the falls of Sandy river. First settled, 1782. Incorporated, 1802. Population, 1837, 1,040.—This is an excellent township of land. It yielded, in 1837, 4,046 bushels of wheat. It lies about 24 miles N.E. from Augusta and 12 N.E. from Farmington.
1906 - Chesterville
Chesterville, a post-village of Franklin co., Me. Chesterville township (town) 27 miles NW of ? It has quarries of granite. Pop. of the town in 1900, 709.
Here are some things to do and places to visit in Chesterville and its surrounding areas:
Clearwater Lake: Clearwater Lake is a beautiful spot for outdoor activities. You can go swimming, boating, kayaking, or fishing on this pristine lake. There's also a public beach area where you can relax and enjoy the sun.
Hiking and Nature Trails: Chesterville and the surrounding region are home to various hiking and nature trails. Enjoy the tranquility of the Maine woods as you explore the local trails. Some options include the Mount Blue State Park trails, Titcomb Mountain Trails, and the Kennebec Highlands.
Mount Blue State Park: Just a short drive away in Weld, Mount Blue State Park offers a wide range of outdoor activities. You can hike to the summit of Mount Blue for panoramic views, swim in Webb Lake, or have a picnic in one of the designated areas. The park also has camping facilities for those who want to spend more time in nature.
Skiing and Snowboarding: In the winter, Titcomb Mountain in Farmington, which is not far from Chesterville, is a great place for skiing...
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Hiking and Nature Trails: Chesterville and the surrounding region are home to various hiking and nature trails. Enjoy the tranquility of the Maine woods as you explore the local trails. Some options include the Mount Blue State Park trails, Titcomb Mountain Trails, and the Kennebec Highlands.
Mount Blue State Park: Just a short drive away in Weld, Mount Blue State Park offers a wide range of outdoor activities. You can hike to the summit of Mount Blue for panoramic views, swim in Webb Lake, or have a picnic in one of the designated areas. The park also has camping facilities for those who want to spend more time in nature.
Skiing and Snowboarding: In the winter, Titcomb Mountain in Farmington, which is not far from Chesterville, is a great place for skiing...
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