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New Hampshire Glossary: Governor

Posted on 3 January, 2007 by Janice Brown

governor– chief executive of the region now known as New Hampshire. This position was originally appointed by the … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Ragman

Posted on 26 December, 2006 by Janice Brown

The ragman used to be a common sight in New Hampshire.  If you grew up in the 1960s or … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Bed Bugs

Posted on 8 December, 2006 by Janice Brown

They frequent the bedrooms of both rich and poor.  They have piercing-sucking mouthparts that help them to suck the blood … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Blaze

Posted on 30 November, 2006 by Janice Brown

blaze– this word is American in origin.  It means, a mark, usually on a tree, designed to indicate the … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Salt Marsh

Posted on 23 September, 2006 by Janice Brown

A salt marsh is a coastal wetland rich in marine life,

that is covered (at least once a month) … Continue reading →

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