Town of Brooks Maine

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The Town of Brooks was incorporated on December 10, 1816 and was named in honor of Massachusetts Governor John Brooks-"a man of unassuming manner and great political integrity, who had distinguished himself as an officer in the Revolution. Brooks became a hub of business activity, first with saw mills and grist mills and later with the train, a canning factory, and several businesses. The town's residents were noted for their sturdy character, rugged honesty, loyalty to duty, and devotion to the best interests of the town."  *

 *Taken from "Sketches of Brooks History"

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