Monthly Archives: February 2007

Derry New Hampshire Astronaut: Rear Admiral Alan B. Shepard Jr. (1923-1998)

Alan B. Shepard Jr. was born 18 Nov 1923 in the small town of Derry, New Hampshire.

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New Hampshire Glossary: Chowder

Chowda (or chowder as the locals pronounce it) is New England comfort food. This hearty soup is made with salt … Continue reading

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"Granny D" Haddock

Activist and politician, “Granny D” Haddock was born in 1910, in Laconia NH.  Watch for an upcoming article about her, … Continue reading

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Weston Observatory, Manchester NH

See upcoming article about the building and purpose of the Weston Observatory, in Derryfield Park, Manchester NH
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James A. Weston

James A. Weston, Governor of NH and Mayor of Manchester.  See article about him.
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