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York, Maine, USA - Old Jail. York, Me.

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The nation's first sawmill was established near York in 1623.

In 1641 America's first chartered city was York.

York Beach is a village within the town of York, Maine.


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Old Jail. York, Me.

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The Square, looking South - York Beach, Maine

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York Village, Me., Village Street.

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Board Walk in Front of Young's Hotel, York Beach

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York Beach, 1901

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Country Club, York River, 1905

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The Oven, Nubble, York, Me.

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A Stormy Day, York Beach, Me., 1908

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York Cliffs, Me. Cape Neddick and River, Passaconaway Inn.

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Ocean Avenue, York Beach

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Fairmount, York Plaza and Young's, York Beach, Maine

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Union Bluffs, York Beach, 1927

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Birch Knoll Cabins, Cape Neddick

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  • 1623 - First sawmill in the nation was established near York.

    www.ereferencedesk.com/ resources/ state-facts/ maine.html
  • 1641 - First chartered city in America was York.

    www.ereferencedesk.com/ resources/ state-facts/ maine.html
  • 1692 - Killed
    February 4: They approached the town of York with three to four hundred inhabitants. Of the hundred killed, many are women and children, and eighty are taken captive. Into June the killings continued, now involving the Micmac, Malecite and Abnaki. Father Baudoin's mission at Beaubassin, at the head of Fundy, also provided recruits.
    www.telusplanet.net/public/ dgarneau/french24.htm
  • 1759 - First Female Novelist
    America's First Female Novelist, Madam Wood (Sally Sayward Barrell) was born at York.

    www.e-referencedesk.com/ resources/state-history-timeline/ maine.html

    Read more about Sarah "Sally" BARRELL photo of ancestor
  • 1761 - First Pile bridge
    First Pile bridge in North America built at York.

    www.e-referencedesk.com/ resources/state-history-timeline/ maine.html
  • 1839 - York
    York, Me.

    York co. This is an ancient maritime town, on the coast, between Kittery and Wells. It is bounded W. by South Berwick. This was for many years the shire town, and the place of holding the courts and keeping the records for the whole province, until the counties of Cumberland and Lincoln were set off in 1760. The town was incorporated in 1653.

    York has a court house and gaol, but all the county courts have been, within a few years past, removed to Alfred. The principal harbor is York river, about 6 miles from Portsmouth, N.H., with water sufficient for vessels from 200-300 tons burthen. The entrance, however, is difficult, being narrow and crooked. The other harbor is cape Neddock, about 4 miles N.E. of the former, navigable about a mile from the sea at full tides only; it having a sand bar at its mouth, sufficient to prevent vessels of any considerable burthen from passing at low water.

    Cape Neddock and Bald Head are the head lands. The former is a ... Read MORE...

  • 1839 - Cape Neddock
    Cape Neddock, Maine
    A rocky, barren bluff, inhabited by a few fishermen, about 3 miles N. from York harbor.
    The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. Alphabetically arranged. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839
  • 1854 - York / Cape Neddick
    York, a post- village and port of entry of York county, Maine, is situated on the N. or left bank of York river, about 45 miles S. W. from Portland, and 9 miles N. E. from Ports mouth. It is regularly laid out with streets intersecting each other at right angles, and is the seat of considerable business. It has some commercial advantages, the harbor being commodious, and the river navigable to this point (1 1/ 2 miles from the ocean) for vessels of 250 tons burthen. The shipping of the district, June 30th, 1852, amounted to an aggregate of 1503 tons enrolled and licensed. Of this, 1232 tons were employed in the coast trade, 172 tons in the cod fishery, and the remainder in the mackerel fishery. York was incorporated in 1653, and for many years was the capital of the county. Population, 2980.

    Cape Neddock, Maine, 35 miles 8. W. from Portland. The lighthouse is on Goat Island, and contains a fixed light 33 feet above the level of the sea. Lat. 43° 101 N., Ion. 70° 36' W.
    A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.
  • 1886 - York
    York, in the county of the same name, is a sea-coast town, and the southernmost but one in the State. Within its limits was established
    the first English city in America. In 1641 a tract near the mouth of
    York River, three miles square, was incorporated by Sir Ferdinando Gorges, proprietor of the province, as the town of Agamenticus. In 1642, Gorges, desirous of a suitable capital for his Province of Maine, replaced the town corporation by a chartered city, upon which he bestowed the name of Georgeana. Its limits were seven miles inland from the sea by three in breadth; and the Agamenticus (York) River formed its south-western boundary. The date of the first settlement of York is not known. Edward Godfrey, once governor of the province, affirmed that he was an inhabitant in 1629 and 1630, and “the first that built there.” In 1643 Gorgeana is believed to have had between 250 and 300 inhabitants. Captain William Gorges, nephew of the proprietor, had been appointed by him governor of ... Read MORE...

  • 1895 - York / Cape Neddick
    York, a post-village of York co., Me, in a township of the same name, on a small inlet called York Harbor, nearly 2 miles from the ocean, and 8 miles E.N.E. of Portsmouth, N.H. It has a large hotel, which accommodates 200 guests. York Beach, 1 1/ 2 miles from the village, is a good bathing place, with a hotel and several boarding-houses. York has a commodious harbor.

    Cape Ned'dick, a post-hamlet of York co., Me, in York township, on the sea-coast, about 14 miles N.E. of Portsmouth, N.H. It has a church, a woollen-factory, &c.
    Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott
  • 1906
    York, a post-village and resort of York co., Me., in York township (town), and on a small inlet called York Harbor, 8 miles ENE. of Portsmouth, N.H. York Beach, 1 1/ 2 miles from the village, is a good bathing-place. York has a commodious harbor. Pop. of the town in 1900, 2668.
    Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906
  • 1916 - Cape Neddick
    Cape Neddick, a post-village of York co., Me., in York township (town), on the sea-coast, about 14 miles NE. of Portsmouth, N.H.
    Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher
  • News  1933 - BOY DROWNED IN POOL AT YORK
    William Mackie, 11, Loses His Life While At Play
    William Mackie, aged 11, of York Village, was drowned yesterday afternoon at the private swimming pool of Andrew Murray Williams at Highland Farm, York Village. He was playing with his brother Edward, aged 7, along the cement wall, when in some way he slipped. The younger brother ran a quarter of a mile to notify his parents. Floyd Rockwell recovered the body of the boy and physicians worked two hours in a vain attempt to revive the boy. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Mackie, and three brothers.
    Portsmouth Herald
    Portsmouth, New Hampshire
    June 22, 1933
  • 1950 - July 8 - The town of York, NE, was deluged with 13.15 inches of rain in 24 hours to establish a state record.

    The Weather Channel
  • Nostalgic York Beach 1991: Sun, Sand, and Thrills at the Amusement Park

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  • 2023 - Here's a list of places to go and things to do in York:
    Nubble Lighthouse (Cape Neddick Light): This iconic lighthouse is one of the most photographed in the world. You can't miss visiting this beautiful spot. You can't go up to the lighthouse itself, but the view from Sohier Park is breathtaking.

    Long Sands Beach: Enjoy a day of sunbathing, swimming, and beachcombing at Long Sands Beach. It's a perfect spot for a family outing or just a leisurely stroll along the shore.

    Short Sands Beach: This smaller beach is right next to the downtown area and offers calm waters, making it a great place for swimming. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and arcades nearby.

    York's Wild Kingdom: This family-friendly amusement park and zoo is a hit with kids. You can see a variety of animals, enjoy amusement park rides, and have a fun-filled day.

    Mount Agamenticus: If you're into hiking and outdoor activities, head to Mount Agamenticus. It offers numerous trails for hiking and mountain biking, along with stunning views of the surrounding... Read MORE...

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Ancestors Who Were Born or Died in York, Maine, USA

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male ancestorWilliam HILTON (1585, , England (United Kingdom) - 28 June 1655, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))
female ancestorMargaret GRIMLEY (1587, London, England - 1651, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))
male ancestorReginald JENKINS (1608, , England (United Kingdom) - 23 July 1683, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))
male ancestorThomas MOULTON (16 July 1608, Ormesby, Norfolk, England - bet. 1699-1703, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))
female ancestorMartha UNKNOWN (1615, Ormesby, Norfolk, England - 1711, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))
female ancestorSusanna UNKNOWN (1615, , England (United Kingdom) - 1665, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))
male ancestorNicholas GREEN (1617, , England (United Kingdom) - 23 July 1663, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))
male ancestorEdward RISHWORTH (5 May 1617, Lincolnshire, England - 18 February 1689, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))
male ancestorRowland YOUNG (1618, , England (United Kingdom) - 6 November 1685, York, Maine, USA (Cape Neddick) (York Beach))

Ancestors Who Were Married in York, Maine, USA

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male ancestorNicholas GREEN (1617 - 23 July 1663) and female ancestorSusanna UNKNOWN (1615 - 1665) married 1643
male ancestorSylvester STOVER (1634 - 14 February 1689) and female ancestorElizabeth NORTON? (1633 - 1722) married 1652
male ancestorHenry SIMPSON (bef. 1647 - 24 January 1692) and female ancestorAbigail MOULTON (22 March 1642 - 24 January 1692) married abt. 1669
male ancestorRowland YOUNG (1649 - 25 June 1721) and female ancestorSusanna MATTHEWS (1652 - 1738) married 1669
male ancestorRobert YOUNG (1658 - 22 August 1690) and female ancestorMary SAYWARD (1658 - ) married 4 July 1676
male ancestorDaniel DILL SR (1635 - April 2, 1711) and female ancestorDorothy MOORE (1649 - March 17, 1694) married November 8, 1678
male ancestorJohn SAYWARD (1657 - 26 September 1689) and female ancestorMary RISHWORTH (8 January 1660 - 1756) married 6 April 1680
male ancestorJames PLAISTED (1656 - October 1710) and female ancestorLydia HITCHCOCK (30 November 1658 - ) married 12 October 1680
male ancestorJonathan SAYWARD (1659 - 1691) and female ancestorMary AUSTIN (1665 - 25 March 1723) married May 1684
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