Monthly Archives: December 2007

Dedicated to a Fallen Hero: Warriner Playground, Merrimack New Hampshire

Posted on 7 December, 2007 by Janice Brown

Warriner Playground is a small cleared area in the woods on the shore of Naticook Lake, at the west entrance … Continue reading →

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Farmington New Hampshire Vice President of the United States: Jeremiah Jones Colbath, aka Henry Wilson (1812-1874)

Posted on 5 December, 2007 by Janice Brown

He was born Jeremiah Jones Colbath in Farmington, Strafford Co., NH on 16 February 1812.

He led the usual life … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Salt-Works

Posted on 3 December, 2007 by Janice Brown

Salt was one of colonial New Hampshire's most important products. Today it is viewed as primarily a seasoning, but in … Continue reading →

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Levi Woodbury

Posted on 2 December, 2007 by Janice Brown

Born in Francestown NH, Levi Woodbury's record of public service has been unmatched by any other New Hampshire citizen.  Look … Continue reading →

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You Know You Are Having a New Hampshire Christmas When. . .

Posted on 1 December, 2007 by Janice Brown

1. “Santa” is pronounced “SAN-ter.”

2. You use political campaign buttons as Christmas ornaments. … Continue reading →

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