History of Anson, Maine
From
A Gazetteer of the
State of Maine
By Geo. J. Varney
Published by B. B. Russell, 57 Cornhill,
Boston 1886
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Anson is situated about midway of the western side
of Somerset County. Madison bounds it on the east, Embden and New Portland on the north, Starks on the south, and
Industry and New Vineyard, in Franklin County, on the West. The Kennebec river separates it from Madison, and the
Carabasset River passing through the northeast corner of the town forms a junction with the Kenebec at North Anson
village. Carabasset Falls and Rapids at this place afford several interesting views. The strong whirling currents
near the bridge at the village have worn the slatey rocks into many peculiar forms, and the scene is very striking
to the stranger. This village, being the northern terminus of the Somerset Railroad, is the centre of business
for a wide extent of country, and is, therefore, very thriving. It is about 33 miles from Waterville and 100 from
Portland by railroad. The manufactories of the town are clustered at this point. They consist of boots, shoes,
leather, bricks, lumber, flour, wool rolls, etc. The are two saw mills, and three boot and shoe manufactories.
The most extensive manufacturer is S. Bunker. The company doing the most business is Carrabasset Mills. On the
Kennebec in the southern part of the town is Anson Village. it is opposite Madison Village on the eastern side
of the river, and is connected there with by an excellent bridge. |
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