Tag Archives: 2017

100 Years Ago: Two Years Before Armistice Day

Posted on 11 November, 2017 by Janice Brown

I continue my articles about World War I, and what was happening in New Hampshire and the world 100 years ago, with a story about 11 November 1917. Though now we celebrate Veteran’s Day on November 11th, one hundred years … Continue reading →

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Laconia Motorcycle Week History: 100 Years Old

Posted on 2 June, 2017 by Janice Brown

Laconia Motorcycle Week is quickly approaching [June 10-18, 2017] and once again discussion arises as to how old this event really is. The official commercial web site says that it is 99 years old. In my humble opinion, that’s fake … Continue reading →

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NH Tidbits: February is African American History Month

Posted on 1 February, 2017 by Janice Brown

Since 1976 every U.S. President has declared February to be Black History Month. Also called National African American History Month, it is considered an annual celebration of achievements by black Americans.  This month is also the time for recognizing the … Continue reading →

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2017 — New Hampshire’s Hourglass Has Turned

Posted on 31 December, 2016 by Janice Brown

The hourglass has turned; the last few sands That marked the Old Year now have slipped away, And in his outstretched hand the New Year holds The future of a twelvemonth’s span. Then hail New Year! We bid thee welcome. … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Missing Places: Brantford–Adventurers Beware

Posted on 14 June, 2008 by Janice Brown

The Parrish family home, the setting of the book and movie “Jumanji” is located in the fictional town of Brantford, … Continue reading →

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