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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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A Valentine’s Day Story: New Hampshire’s Bette Davis Connection

Posted on 14 February, 2007 by Janice Brown

Actress Bette Davis often summered in New Hampshire.  In 1939, she had finished the movie “Elizabeth.” Its opening was arranged … Continue reading →

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Who Stole New Hampshire’s ‘Live Free or Die’ Hard?

Posted on 2 October, 2006 by Janice Brown

General John Stark is rolling over in his grave….  at least I imagine he is.  The last time … Continue reading →

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Gilmanton New Hampshire Serial Killer: Herman Webster Mudgett (1861-1896)

Posted on 20 May, 2006 by Janice Brown

Herman Webster Mudgett, using the alias of “Dr. H.H. Holmes“…

was the first “identified” American serial killer. … Continue reading →

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