Cutts, Thomas, 1736-1821

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Birth 1736
Death 1821

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Thomas Cutts (1736-1821) was born in Kittery, Me. In 1759, he opened a general store on King's Island in Saco, Me. The name of the town changed to Pepperrellborough in 1762 and back to Saco in 1805. The store remained in business for twenty years. Cutts extended his interests to timber, mailling and ship building, and was involved in timber trade in the West Indies. At his death his estate was estimated at $100,000. Cutts represented Pepperrellborough in the General Court, House of Representatives in 1777, 1779, and 1780.

From the description of Account books, 1762-1771; 1772-1779; 1795. (American Antiquarian Society). WorldCat record id: 191259281

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Subjects:

  • General stores
  • Logbooks
  • Voyages and travels

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  • Maine (as recorded)
  • Saco (Me.) (as recorded)

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