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MerrimacMerrimac is a placename that can mean:
...a place in the United States
- Merrimac, Massachusetts
- Merrimac, Wisconsin
...a place in Australia
- Merrimac, Queensland (see Queensland)
See also
- Merrimack
- Maramec
- Meramec
Merrimac, Massachusetts
Merrimac is a town in Essex County, Massachusetts, in the United States, and on the southeastern border of New Hampshire. It is situated along the north bank of the Merrimack River. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 6,138 people.
Merrimac was known for its horse-drawn carriage industry during the latter part of the 1800s and during the Industrial Revolution, which, in the United States, found one of its seeds in nearby Lowell, Massachusetts. It is now known as a relatively sleepy residential community. Its town center consists of the typical brick buildings and Victorian architecture of the late-19th century. Much of the town's population surrounds this center, with the old part of the town bordering the shore of the Merrimack River. The older and newer parts of the town, which are the more affluent and middle-to-lower class parts of the town respectively, are divided by Interstate 495, which roughly follows the river. Merrimac is located on exit 53 of this highway, though it also shares exit 52 with the city of Haverhill, Massachusetts.
Today, Merrimac is a typical and small New England community. It went through numerous growth spurts, however, throughout the 1990s and the turn of the 21st century, with the construction of several new residential developments, namely due to the provisions of Chapter 40B of Massachusetts General Law (M.G.L.).
Merrimac is also the home of the self-proclaimedly world-famous hamburger restaurant Skip's Hamburgers.
History
Merrimac, or namely the village of Merrimacport, was first settled in 1638 and was officially incorporated in 1876. It is believed that the town, as well as the river that runs along its southern border, are both named for the American Indian tribe that occupied the region. "Merrimac" (or Merrimack) means "swift water place" in the language of this tribe.
Like most towns in New England, Merrimac supported the rebels during the American Revolutionary War, and the Union during the American Civil War, although it probably joined the rest of the region in opposition to the War of 1812.
Though it began as a shipbuilding and fishing port along the Merrimack River, the arrival of the Industrial Revolution and the mill-powered factory permanently changed the town. The center of the town shifted from Merrimacport to a newly-developing village, Merrimac center (see Merrimac Square), which was dotted with many carriage-manufacturing factories.
During the American Civil War, Company E of the Fourteenth Massachusetts was composed of men from Merrimac; they were stationed for some time at Fort Albany, Virginia, near Washington, DC.
Throughought the 19th century, Merrimac's economy principally relied on carriage manufacturing and various other forms of industry.
The Massachusetts Gazetteer of 1890 (Rev. Elias Nason, M.A.; revised and enlarged by George J. Varney. Boston: B.B. Russell. 1890, 724 pages) describes Merrimac in the following fashion:
Merrimac is a thrifty and attractive manufacturing town situated on the north bank of the Merrimack River, and bounded by Amesbury on the east, West Newbury and Haverhill on the south, and Newton in New Hampshire on the northwest and north. The West Amesbury (Merrimac) Branch Railroad connects this town with the Western Division of the Boston and Maine Railroad.
The villages are Merrimac, near the centre, Merrimacport on the river, and Birchdale, near Amesbury. The first two are post-offices. The assessed area of the town is 4,969 acres [20 km²], including 786 acres [3 km²] of woodland. The town is pleasantly diversified with hill, valley and plain, with a fine pond (Kimball's) at the northeast side, 90 feet [30 m] above the sea, and covering 498 acres [2 km²]. From it flows Powow River, forming the divisional line with Amesbury, and turning several mills in that town. There is an extensive plain near the central village, marked by a meeting-house, and a burying-ground, noted for the old fort and the militia trainings; and another plain equally large near the eastern cemetery, noted for great trainings and Indian relics. Brandybrow Hill, west, and Red Oak Hill, north of the centre, are the chief elevations, and afford extensive and beautiful views. The geological formation is chiefly Merrimack schist. The noble Merrimack River makes a deep curve in the southern side of the town. It is navigable for schooners to Merrimac; and during the warmer part of the year it presents an animated scene, from numerous sailing crafts and small steamers bearing pleasure parties from the busy cities above to favorite points on the river, or out on the sea. Cobbler's Brook, gathering its waters in the northwestern part of the town, flows through both villages to the large river, furnishing valuable power.
The principal business is carriage-making, in the different departments of which, in numerous shops, some 500 men are engaged. The aggregate value of the product in the last State census year (1885) was $621,935. There were also a boot and shoe factory employing 16 persons; two saw mills, a tannery, an earthenware factory, a printing office and others. The food preparations amounted to $24,100. The value of the aggregate manufactures of the town was $708,498. The product of the 50 farms amounted to $44,084. There is a national bank with a capital of $ 200,000; and the Merrimack Savings Bank, at the beginning of the present year, held deposits to the amount of $400,996. The valuation in 1888 was $1,337,739, with a taxation of $18 on $1,000.
1890
The dwelling-houses numbered 492; the population 2,378, including 641 legal voters. The town-hall, a handsome building with a tower containing a clock, and costing about $25,060, was presented by William P. Sargent, Esq., a wealthy carriage manufacturer of the town, but residing in Boston. The public library, opened in 1877, had in 1885, 4,000 volumes. A further source of entertainment and instruction is the 'Budget,' issued weekly. The town has primary, grammar and high schools, occupying eight buildings, valued at nearly $20,000. The Congregationalists, Baptists and Universalists each have a church edifice at the centre village, and the Methodists and Baptists have each one at Merrimacport.
The Congregational church here was organized in 1726. This town was formerly the west parish of Amesbury, and was set off and incorporated, April 11, 1876.
With the introduction of the automobile in the early 20th century, the carriage became obsolete, and Merrimac became a mainly residential community. Only a few of its former 40 separate carriage factories exist, and are used for other purposes today.
Merrimac, along with its many surrounding communities, was known as a blue-collar community well into the 20th century. Only recently has the entire town begun to experience gentrification.
Places
- Merrimac Square
- Merrimacport
- Lake Attitash (and Indian Head Park)
- The Merrimac Training Field (see training field)
- Stevens Field
- The Merrimac Town Forest (see town forest)
- The Merrimack River
- Massachusetts State Highway 110
- Interstate 495
Events
Merrimac is home to several regional events:
- The Merrimac Santa Parade
- Merrimac Old Home Days
Government
Merrimac's local government is composed of an open New England town meeting. Three selectmen are elected to administer the government, but all major decisions, as well as many minor decisions, are handled during the town's annual town meeting, as well as special town meetings, if required. Per the constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, any resident of Merrimac may introduce legislation with the support of 10 registered voters.
The current selectmen of Merrimac are:
- Robert Sinibaldi
- Bonnie Collins
- Carol Traynor
Education
The following schools serve the town of Merrimac. All of the regional schools, however, are located in neighborhing West Newbury, Massachusetts.
- Frederick N. Sweetsir School
- Helen R. Donaghue School
- Pentucket Regional Middle School
- Pentucket Regional High School
- Pentucket Regional School District
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 22.9 km² (8.8 mi²). 22.1 km² (8.5 mi²) of it is land and 0.8 km² (0.3 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 3.40% water.
Located in the Merrimack River Valley and on the coastal plain of Massachusetts, Merrimac's land consists mainly of small, forested hills. This is in stark contrast to Merrimac before the twentieth century, which was mostly pasture. The town also has several ponds, streams, and a large lake.
Merrimac is bordered by the following towns and cities:
- Amesbury, Massachusetts
- Haverhill, Massachusetts
- West Newbury, Massachusetts
- Newton, New Hampshire
Demographics
As of the census2 of 2000, there are 6,138 people, 2,233 households, and 1,699 families residing in the town. The population density is 277.8/km² (719.6/mi²). There are 2,295 housing units at an average density of 103.9/km² (269.1/mi²). The racial makeup of the town is 98.27% White, 0.39% African American, 0.11% Native American, 0.28% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 0.29% from other races, and 0.65% from two or more races. 0.90% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 2,233 households out of which 40.6% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.8% are married couples living together, 10.3% have a female householder with no husband present, and 23.9% are non-families. 19.8% of all households are made up of individuals and 9.2% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.73 and the average family size is 3.16.
In the town the population is spread out with 29.0% under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 31.4% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 11.0% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 37 years. For every 100 females there are 94.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 90.5 males.
The median income for a household in the town is $58,692, and the median income for a family is $69,118. Males have a median income of $48,718 versus $35,325 for females. The per capita income for the town is $24,869. 2.7% of the population and 1.9% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 0.7% of those under the age of 18 and 7.7% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
Famous Merrimacians
- Frank E. Pease, distinguished carriage manufacturer
- George Warren Weymouth, U.S. Representative (1897-1901); former student of Merrimac High School (now nonexistent)
- Ephraim Morse, founder of the Bank of San Diego (California) in 1870, instrumental figure in the development of the city of San Diego.
External links
- [http://www.merrimac01860.info The town's official web site]
- [http://www.thisismerrimac.com The town's unofficial web site]
Category:Towns in Massachusetts
Category:Essex County, Massachusetts
Merrimac, WisconsinMerrimac is a village located in Sauk County, Wisconsin. As of the 2000 census, the village had a total population of 416. The village is located within the Town of Merrimac.
Geography
Town of MerrimacMerrimac is located at 43°22'26" North, 89°37'43" West (43.37391, -89.628857).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 3.7 km² (1.4 mi²). 2.0 km² (0.8 mi²) of it is land and 1.7 km² (0.6 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 46.10% water.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there are 416 people, 166 households, and 120 families residing in the village. The population density is 211.3/km² (547.9/mi²). There are 218 housing units at an average density of 110.8/km² (287.1/mi²). The racial makeup of the village is 96.88% White, 0.72% Black or African American, 0.24% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander, 1.20% from other races, and 0.72% from two or more races. 1.44% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 166 households out of which 31.9% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.6% are married couples living together, 9.0% have a female householder with no husband present, and 27.7% are non-families. 24.7% of all households are made up of individuals and 9.6% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.51 and the average family size is 2.91.
In the village the population is spread out with 24.8% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 26.0% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 41 years. For every 100 females there are 91.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 95.6 males.
The median income for a household in the village is $41,250, and the median income for a family is $42,656. Males have a median income of $27,361 versus $25,357 for females. The per capita income for the village is $19,091. 3.1% of the population and 3.4% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 2.8% of those under the age of 18 and 6.2% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
External links
Category:Villages in Wisconsin
Category:Sauk County, Wisconsin
MerrimackMerrimack has several meanings in different contexts.
Merrimack as a placename can mean:
- Merrimack, New Hampshire (United States)
- Merrimack River (aka Merrimac River) (United States)
Merricack as the name of a ship can mean:
- USS Merrimack (1798), United States naval vessel later sold into merchent service and renamed as Monticello
- USS Merrimack (1855), United States screw frigate later serving as the basis for construction of the CSS Virginia, an Confederate ironclad vessel of the American Civil War
- USS Merrimack (AO-37), United States fleet oiler serving in World Wars II
Merricack used in other contexts can mean:
- Merrimack (band), a French black metal band
See also
- USS Merrimack
- Merrimac
- Meramec
- Maramec
MeramecMeramec is a name for several places in the United States:
- Meramec River in Missouri
- Meramec Caverns on the Meramec River
- Meramec State Park in Missouri
See also
- Merrimac
- Merrimack
- Maramec
Shaymiev
Mintimer Şärip ulı Şäymiev [meen-tee-MEH-rr sha-REEP oo-le shay-MEE-yef] (Cyrillic: Минтимер Шәрип улы Шәймиев; also transliterated from Russian as Mintimer Sharipovich Shaimiev - Минтимер Шарипович Шаймиев) is the first president of Tatarstan, Russia.
Russia
He was born on January 20, 1937, in the village of Änäk of the Aqtanış Rayon in the family of peasants. His grandfather Şähimoxammät was a strong prosperous peasant of average means. During the years of collectivization he was dispossessed and the family had to move from one place to another. Father of Mintimer-äfände - Şärip (Şärifulla) ağa Şäymiev spent all his life working in agriculture (for 26 years he was a collective farm chairman).
The years of Mintimer’s childhood coincided with hard time of the World War II and the post-war years. He demonstrated the leader’s qualities already at that time.
The future President of Tatarstan was a recognized authority among children of his age. He was a class monitor during all school years. In 1954, he left school and entered the department of mechanization of the Kazan Institute of Agriculture. As a student, he was a combine operator in the Pavlodar region during the harvesting.
After graduating from the Institute in 1959, he was first an engineer and then a chief engineer of the Möslim repair and service station. In the age of 25 he was appointed manager of the Minzälä regional branch of "Selkhoztekhnika".
In 1967, he started administrative career first as an instructor and then as a deputy head of the department of agriculture of Tatar Oblast Committee of the CPSU.
In 1969, Mintimer Şäymiev was appointed Minister of Irrigation and Water Resources of Tatarstan. It was the time of active irrigation works in the republic, expansion of culturally irrigated pastures and increase of a number of vegetable-growing farms with artificial irrigation.
In 1983, M. Şäymiev became First Deputy Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Tatar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic and later worked as the Secretary of Tatar Oblast Committee of the CPSU for two years. He met the period of deep changes in the society in 1985, being one of the republican leaders: from 1985 he worked as Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Tatar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic and in 1989 - First Secretary of Tatarstan Oblast Committee of the CPSU.
In 1990, M. Şäymiev was elected the Chairman of the Supreme Soviet of the Tatar Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic. That was the turning point in relations with the Federal Center - the year when the Supreme Soviet adopted the Declaration on State Sovereignty of the Republic of Tatarstan.
The new status of the republic called for creation of a new institute of Presidency. Thus, in 1991, Mintimer Ş. Şäymiev was elected first President of the Republic of Tatarstan as a result of free alternative elections.
The multinational people of Tatarstan highly appreciated the efforts of the first President aimed at strengthening peace and unity in the republic and solving complicated socio-economic problems.
He was re-elected President of the Republic of Tatarstan twice (on March 24, 1996 and March 25, 2001).
In 1994-2001, Mintimer Şäymiev was a member of the Council of Federation of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation.
He was re-elected President of the Republic of Tatarstan twice (on March 24, 1996 and March 25, 2001). On March 2005, upon submission of the President of the Russian Federation V. Putin, the State Council of the Republic of Tatarstan conferred authority of the President of the Republic of Tatarstan on M. Shaimiev.
Co-chairman of the Higher Council of the "United Russia" party.
Mintimer Şäymiev is a member of the RF State Council (member of Presidium of the RF State Council from September 2000 till March 2001); an honorary member of Presidium of the International Parliament of the World Confederation of Knights operating under the auspices of UN; an Academician of the Academy of Technological Sciences of the Russian Federation; the Honorary Academician of the International Informatization Academy; an Honorary Professor of Moscow State Institute of International Relations under MFA RF; a laureate of the International Prize of the Tatar people named after Qol-Ğäli; a laureate of the Prize of Union of journalists of the Russian Federation "For the openness in communication with the Press"; a laureate of the national "Silver Archer" prize in the field of developing links with the public, established by Union of journalists, RF Chamber of Commerce & Industry and the Russian Association for public relations; a laureate of the national theatre "Golden Mask" prize of RF in the nomination "For support to theatre art of Russia" in 1997-98. In 1998, International Biographical Center of Cambridge (England) awarded Mintiner Şäymiev with the title of "International Man of the Year 1997/98". In June 2001, UNESCO Director General Koichiro Matsuura awarded Mintimer Şäymiev with a silver Avicenna medal for great contribution in preservation of cultural and historic values.
The informal name of Mintimer Şäymıev is Babay, Tatar for Grandpa.
State awards:
- Order of Lenin (1966)
- Order of the Red Banner of Labor (1971)
- Order of the October Revolution (1976)
- Order of Friendship of Peoples (1987)
- Order "For Services to the Fatherland" of the II grade (1997)
medals
- Diploma of the Government of the Russian Federation (1997)
External link
- [http://tatar.ru/president/index_e.htm Tatarstan President`s Official Site]
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