Deake, George
Person
Dates
- Usage: 1779 - 1788
Biography
George Deake, a resident of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, lived in the area during the 1780s. He farmed his land while his wife provided schooling to children in the area. In addition to plowing fields, sawing wood, and pasturing cows for others, Deake surveyed land, wrote deeds and attended court sessions.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Joseph Cobb/George Deake account book
Collection Identifier: Mss:1755-1756, 1779-1788 C653Overview:
The Joseph Cobb/George Deake account book, dated 1755 to 1756 and 1779-1788, contain the records of two farmers in Maine, a school teacher, and other individuals in their community.