Posted in Maine
January 12, 2018
The Mystery Behind This Maine Graveyard Has Baffled Historians For Decades
If you’re brave enough to explore, graveyards come with a lot of history. Most have an office that can provide lots of background on the years that it’s been in existence. But, what happens when some of those records are inaccurate? Or, even more mysteriously, just don’t exist. That’s the case at this mystery graveyard in Maine.
The first inhabitants are believed to be the Abenaki Indians, met by European settlers in the early 1600s.
There is no indication of when he lived or died, how old he was, or even if he's really a "he."
The word "tramp" was often used to refer to someone who was homeless and went from town to town looking for work. Speculation is that the person buried under this headstone was passing through Solon when he died.
Surrounding the headstone are other graves dating back to the mid 1800s.
But, where are the records for M. Tramp?
The word "tramp" was often used to refer to someone who was homeless and went from town to town looking for work. Speculation is that the person buried under this headstone was passing through Solon when he died.
Surrounding the headstone are other graves dating back to the mid 1800s.
But, where are the records for M. Tramp?
The the story of the grave is a sad mystery, the light to this story is the local community.
For more Maine history, be sure to check out some of the state’s best antique stores. If you’re not sure where to start, consider this fun weekend road trip!
