Joseph Sprigg

Biography

Joseph Sprigg, born in 1835, lived in Cumberland and served as a bridge between the old ways and new opportunities for the county. He kept his family rooted in the community while encouraging younger residents to pursue learning and commerce.

Known for his thoughtful hospitality and for hosting gatherings where neighbors resolved disputes and planned for the future, Joseph felt the welfare of Cumberland as personal. His legacy is the continued sense of unity in the town, shaped by his steady presence.