Daily Archives: 1 April, 2006

Manchester New Hampshire Performer: George Washington Morrison Nutt (1844-1881)

Posted on 1 April, 2006 by Janice Brown

Standing about twenty-nine inches tall in adulthood, George Washington Morrison Nutt, was auspiciously born on April 1, 1844 in Manchester, New Hampshire. [Note: other sources state he was taller than this].

Called “Commodore” during his show career, he was paid $30,000 by P.T. Barnum to join his troup of performers, and was part of the Thumbiana & Liliputian Opera Company.

He was of Scotch-Irish descent, the son of Rodney & Maria (Dodge) Nutt, and one of a family of eleven children. His brother, “Major” Rodnia Nutt was also part of Barnum’s midget troupe. Their remaining 9 siblings apparently were of normal size. Continue reading →

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George Washington Morrison Nutt

Posted on 1 April, 2006 by Janice Brown

1844-1881, called “Commodore.” A performer and showman for P.T. Barnum.  He was sometimes confused with Tom Thumb. He was born … Continue reading →

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Nest Among Jewels

Posted on 1 April, 2006 by Janice Brown

A birds next amidst a thicket of prickers…. Continue reading →

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First Blossoms NH

Posted on 1 April, 2006 by Janice Brown

First blossoms on New Hampshire trees Continue reading →

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