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Caribou, Maine, USA - Caribou, Maine, Turn of the Century

Caribou, Aroostook, ME

Settled in 1824, it developed as a lumbering centre and was incorporated in 1859 as Lyndon. It was renamed Caribou in 1877 for the woodland caribou once plentiful in the region. The city is the shipping point for a large potato-growing region.

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Down Main St., Caribou, Me., 1910
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Down Main St., Caribou, Me., 1910
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Sweden St. Looking East, 1910
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Discover Caribou: History, News, Travel, and Stories

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1886 - Caribou
Caribou is situated in the north-eastern part of Aroostook County, at the junction of the Madawaska with the Aroostook River. It comprises two contiguous townships; the northern one having formerly been Forestville Plantation, while the southern comprised Lyndon on the west, and the Eaton Grant, lying in the north-eastern bend of the Aroostook. The principal hills, and these not large enough to have a name upon the map, are a little south-east of the middle of the town, enclosed in a bend of the Aroostook. Limestone is the prevailing rock. The soil is a dark loam, yielding excellent crops of wheat, oats and potatoes. Maple, birch, cedar and spruce form the bulk of the forest trees. The Aroostook River passes up through the southern half to the centre of the town, then turning to the south-east, passes out on the eastern side. Caribou Stream enters from the west, discharging into the Aroostook at Caribou Village, near the center of the town. The Little Madawaska River comes down... Read MORE...

1895 - Caribou
Caribou, a post-village of Aroostook co., Me., on the Aroostook River and the Aroostook Railroad, 54 miles N. of Houlton. It has 5 churches, a bank, a newspaper office, a grist-mill, and manufactures of lumber, starch, sash, blinds, &c., Pop. of Caribou township, 4087.
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
1916
Caribou, a banking post-village and township (town) of Aroostook co., Me., on the Aroostook River and on the Bangor and Aroostook and the Canadian Pacific Rs., 64 miles N. of Houlton. It has manufactures of starch, sash, shingles, etc. Pop. of the town in 1900. 4758.
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
2023 - Here's a list of the best places to go and things to do in Caribou:
Caribou Historical Center:

Start your exploration by visiting the Caribou Historical Center. It's a treasure trove of the town's history, featuring artifacts, photographs, and exhibits that showcase the rich heritage of Caribou.

Aroostook State Park:

Nature lovers will enjoy spending time at Aroostook State Park, just a short drive from Caribou. Hike along scenic trails, have a picnic by the lake, or engage in birdwatching. In the winter, the park offers opportunities for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Nylander Museum of Natural History:

Discover the region's natural wonders at the Nylander Museum. From geological exhibits to displays of local flora and fauna, this museum provides an educational and entertaining experience for visitors of all ages.

Caribou Country Club:

Golf enthusiasts can tee off at the Caribou Country Club. This 18-hole course is beautifully landscaped and offers a relaxing way to spend a day outdoors. The course is well-maintained, and... Read MORE...

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

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male ancestorFrancois VAILLANCOURT (February 2, 1815, Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Québec, Canada - , Caribou, Maine, USA)
female ancestorMarguerite BOUCHARD (March 26, 1826, Saint-Basile, New Brunswick, Canada - November 30, 1901, Caribou, Maine, USA)
male ancestorFrederick Augustus WHITTIER (11 March 1846, Thomaston, Maine, USA - 4 May 1934, Caribou, Maine, USA)
male ancestorJames Knox Polk BLACKSTONE (5 April 1846, Pownal, Maine, USA - 10 October 1912, Caribou, Maine, USA)
photo of Michel Jerome BERGERON DMichel Jerome BERGERON D'AMBOISE (29 September 1847, Kamouraska, Québec, Canada (Saint-Louis) (Saint-Alexandre) - 3 July 1909, Caribou, Maine, USA)
photo of Benjamin BRISSETTEBenjamin BRISSETTE (10 August 1851, Champlain, New York, USA - 28 January 1919, Caribou, Maine, USA)
photo of Louis PELLETIER (PELKEY)Louis PELLETIER (PELKEY) (May 1851, Caribou, Maine, USA - 1902, Caribou, Maine, USA)
female ancestorMelodie GAGNON (15 March 1853, Cacouna, Québec, Canada (Saint-Georges-de-Cacouna) - 14 March 1890, Caribou, Maine, USA)
female ancestorEva PARADIS (1858, Caribou, Maine, USA - 4 September 1919, Caribou, Maine, USA)

Ancestors Who Were Married in Caribou, Maine, USA

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male ancestorFrederick Augustus WHITTIER (11 March 1846 - 4 May 1934) and female ancestorHannah Louise NELSON (4 July 1861 - 23 September 1940) married 28 November 1878
photo of Gelase Henry BRISSETTE Gelase Henry BRISSETTE (19 April 1877 - 19 May 1960) and photo of Elizabeth "Eliza" DAMBOISE Elizabeth "Eliza" DAMBOISE (3 June 1881 - 26 June 1929) married 2 July 1900
male ancestorFred Jones BLACKSTONE (29 August 1882 - 11 March 1962) and female ancestorEva Nellie WHITTIER (19 February 1884 - 18 July 1959) married 24 November 1904
photo of Edgar Thomas DOBSON Edgar Thomas DOBSON (25 November 1890 - 23 July 1970) and photo of Ruth Izetta MONTGOMERY Ruth Izetta MONTGOMERY (17 December 1892 - 22 August 1982) married 12 October 1909

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