Tag Archives: Portsmouth

1801 Advertising

United States Oracle, September 26, 1801 – W. Treadwell & Co. of Portsmouth NH advertises books, including “Mavoir's Collection of … Continue reading

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New Hampshire And The Great Industrial Exhibition of 1851

What does The America's Cup, Saxony Wool and Prince Albert all have in common?

Answer: The Great Exhibition … Continue reading

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Mrs. Brooke Astor (1902-2007)

Born March 31, 1902 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.  Still living in March 2006. Philanthropist and socialite. Read the … Continue reading

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Portsmouth New Hampshire Philanthropist: Roberta Brooke (Russell) Kuser Marshall ASTOR (1902-2007)

Happy Birthday Mrs. Astor…

Roberta Brooke (Russell) Kuser Marshall Astor, should have turned 104 a couple of days ago.  She's … Continue reading

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