Author Archives: Janice Brown

The Legend of Becky’s Garden: Lake Winnipesaukee’s Smallest Island

Posted on 20 June, 2018 by Janice Brown

A legend often has a basis in real history, and knowing the authentic story does not negate its charm. Such it is for this tale of the tiny ledge of rock and ragged growth that sits in Lake Winnipesaukee known … Continue reading →

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In Celebration of A Grandfather: Charles Aloysius Manning

Posted on 17 June, 2018 by Janice Brown

Fathers Day: June 17, 2018 In the past I’ve written about the paternal side of my family, and several times about my father who I adored. It is quite easy for me to write about people who I knew and … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire WWI Military: William H. Barrett of Lyman

Posted on 14 June, 2018 by Janice Brown

  The Town of Lyman, New Hampshire (NOT to be confused with the town of Lyme) is located in Grafton County, near Lisbon and Landaff. In 1910 the population was a small 374, and after World War I ended that … Continue reading →

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Clairvoyant and Treasure Hunter of Lebanon New Hampshire: Nellie M. (Lewis) Titus (1864-1957)

Posted on 11 June, 2018 by Janice Brown

I am not writing this story to dispute whether clairvoyants exist, nor to argue whether Mrs. Nellie M. (Lewis) Titus of Lebanon New Hampshire was gifted or not with psychic visions. What I do know is that Mrs. Titus was … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire WWI Military: Heroes of Greenville

Posted on 9 June, 2018 by Janice Brown

On April 6, 1917, the U.S. joined its allies– France, Britain, and Russia–to fight in the World War (WWI). The citizens of Greenville, New Hampshire were quick to do their part. By June of 1917 events had already been held … Continue reading →

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