History of Raymond, Maine, USA

1767 - Raymondtown Plantation was granted in 1767 by the Massachusetts General Court to the descendants of Captain William Raymond of Beverly, Massachusetts, and his militia.
It was the second attempt to repay the troop (or heirs) for service under Governor Sir William Phipps during the Battle of Quebec in 1690.
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On June 21, 1803, the Raymondtown Plantation was incorporated as Raymond, named in honor of Captain Raymond.

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1839 - Raymond
Raymond, Maine
Cumberland county. Raymond is watered by Crooked river, and several ponds. This is a good farming town, with two villages, and some trade. The inhabitants are principally devoted to agricultural pursuits. In 1837 the population was 1,802; wheat crop 3,203 bushels. Incorporated, 1803. It lies 75 miles S.W. from Augusta, and 22 N.N.W. from Portland.
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. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1854 - Raymond
Raymond, a post-township in Cumberland co., Maine, 44 miles S. W. from Augusta. Population, 1142.
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 - Raymond
Raymond in Curnberland County is situated on the northeastern shore of Lake Sebago, sending a long curving cape into the lake. At the end of the cape is Fry’s Island. The body of water enclosed by the cape and island is called Jordan Bay. Gray bounds Raymond on the south-east, Casco, on the north-west, New Gloucester and Poland in Androscoggin County on the north-east. The surface of the town is uneven. Rattlesnake Mountain is the highest elevation of land. The soil is hard, gravelly, and many parts quite stony. The town has been noted for its abundance of white oak. There are five ponds partly or wholly within the town,—Nubble, at the north-east corner, Little Rattlesnake west of it, Great Rattlesnake, near the western border, Panther Pond in the south-western part, and Thomas Pond at the south-west corner. The centres of business are North Raymond, East Raymond, and Raymond village, the last being the principal one. On Panther River, at the latter place are lumber, stave, grain and... Read MORE...

The East Raymond Chapel was completed in 1890.

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1895 - Raymond
Raymond, a post-village in Raymond township, Cumberland co., Me., about 24 miles N.N.W. of Portland. The township is bounded S.W. by Sebago Lake. It has 3 churches, a high school, several saw-mills, and a pop. of 1120.
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

The library in Raymond began early in the 1900's
when books were placed "in the parlors of Mrs. Atwood Tukey, Mrs. Lulu Burdge and Mrs. Andrew Leavitt, in Mrs. John Hayden's stable, Albert Plummer's front hall, and in one of the entries of the Village Church," according to the late Eleanor Plummer, one of the founding members of the Raymond Woman's Club.
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1906
Raymond, a post-village in Raymond township (town), Cumberland co., Me., about 24 miles NNW. of Portland. Pop. of the town in 1900, 823.
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

Here are some of the places to go and things to do in Raymond:
Sebago Lake State Park:

Sebago Lake State Park is the crown jewel of outdoor recreation in Raymond. This vast park spans 1,400 acres and offers a wide range of activities. You can swim, boat, fish, hike, and picnic here. There are several beaches with clear, clean water, and the park also has well-maintained trails for walking and biking. Camping is available, so you can immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area.

Sebago Lake:

The town of Raymond is located on the eastern shore of Sebago Lake, which is the second-largest lake in Maine. The lake is a haven for boating, fishing, and swimming. If you don't have your own watercraft, you can rent kayaks, canoes, or motorboats from local outfitters. There's nothing quite like spending a day on the crystal-clear waters of Sebago Lake.

Raymond Beach:

Raymond Beach is a beautiful public beach on Sebago Lake. It's a perfect spot to relax in the sun, swim, or have a picnic with friends and family. The shallow waters are... Read MORE...