Edward J. Stubbs
American merchant and shipwright (1833–1887) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Edward J. Stubbs (1833–1887)[1] was an American merchant sea captain and a shipwright during a prolific period at Yarmouth Harbor in Maine.[2] His shipyard was one of the four major ones during the town's peak years of 1850–1875.[3]
Edward J. Stubbs | |
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Stubbs' former residence, today's 109 Main Street in Yarmouth, Maine. He had the house built in 1850 | |
| Born | 1833 |
| Died | 1887 (aged 53 or 54) |
| Resting place | Riverside Cemetery, Yarmouth, Maine, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Shipwright Sea captain |
| Known for | Shipbuilding |
| Spouse | Helen A. Merrill (m. 1877) |
Career
In 1851,[3] Stubbs went into partnership with Henry Hutchins, forming Hutchins & Stubbs.[4] They launched over 21 vessels at Yarmouth's harbor between 1866 and 1884,[5] including the three-mast barkentine Harriet S. Jackson.[6]
Personal life
Stubbs married Helen A. Merrill on June 3, 1877.[7] They had one known child: Harry L. Stubbs (1862–1931).[citation needed]
The Stubbses lived at today's 109 Main Street in Yarmouth, Maine,[2] which he had constructed in 1850.[8]
Death
Stubbs died in 1887, aged 53 or 54. His wife survived him by 28 years. They are both buried in Yarmouth's Riverside Cemetery.[citation needed]
References
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