""History of Rumford, Oxford County, Maine: From Its First Settlement in 1779 to the Present Time"" is a comprehensive account of the town of Rumford and its development over the course of more than a century. Written by William Berry Lapham and originally published in 1890, the book covers the town's founding, its early years as a rural community, its growth and development during the 19th century, and its current state at the time of publication. The book includes detailed information about the town's geography, topography, and natural resources, as well as its early settlers, prominent citizens, and notable events throughout its history. Lapham's writing is clear and concise, and his research is thorough and well-documented, making this an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Rumford, Oxford County, or Maine in general.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.