Cumberland County, Maine - Israel G. Brown
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Biography
Israel G. Brown
Biographical Review
Cumberland County, Maine
Boston
Biographical Review Publishing Company
1896
Page 578


Israel G. Brown, a venerable and highly respected citizen of Bridgton, Me., now
among the oldest of the native residents, has spent his long and useful life of
fourscore and four years within the limits of this town, August 15, 1811, being
the date of his birth. He is descended both on the paternal and the maternal
side from Massachusetts ancestors, his father, Parker Brown, having been born in
that State.

Parker Brown was a carpenter by trade, industriously following his calling until
his death, in 1825, while yet in the prime of manhood. His wife, Ruth Green, who
was likewise a native of the old Bay State, outlived him many years, passing
away in 1868. They were the parents of eight children, namely Sallie; Martha;
Jonathan; Parker; Israel G., the special subject of this brief biographical
sketch; Hannah, who married a Mr. Hazen; John; and Betsey.

Israel G. Brown was but fourteen years old when his father died, and from that
time he faithfully contributed his share toward the support of the family.
Diligent, persevering, and economical, he gradually acquired capital; and this
he wisely invested, purchasing in 1855 his present estate. He has worked a great
deal at the carpenter's trade, having built many of the handsome residences in
this vicinity. Here he and his youngest sister, Betsey G., who, besides himself,
is the only remaining member of the parental household, have since resided, he
carrying on the agricultural work, while she has presided over the domestic
affairs, their days being spent in useful activity and contentment.

Mr.Brown has always taken an intelligent interest in local public matters, and
is a faithful supporter of the principles of the Democratic party.