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Boulders, Profiles and other New Hampshire rocky landmarks

New Hampshire’s Epic ‘Mud Turtle Monument’ of 1895

Posted on 21 December, 2019 by Janice Brown

If you have never heard of the ‘Mud Turtle Monument’ you are probably not alone.  Yet the placement of this remarkable stone ended a 150 year old  dispute between New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Vermont over their shared boundary. New Hampshire … Continue reading →

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2019: The 11th Annual Great Genealogy Poetry Challenge

Posted on 9 November, 2019 by Janice Brown

I was excited to see that my friend, distant cousin, and blogger extraordinaire, Bill West,  has announced his 11th annual “Great Genealogy Poetry” challenge. The challenge is open to anyone who will post a poem on their blog or web … Continue reading →

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Journey to the Isles of Shoals New Hampshire in 1882

Posted on 12 January, 2019 by Janice Brown

My earliest New Hampshire ancestors hailed from the Isles of Shoals, off the coast of New Hampshire (or Maine, depending on your perspective).  I have often pondered on their origin, as the surnames are not found on any known ship … Continue reading →

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Samuel Joy and His Spite Tombstone in Durham New Hampshire

Posted on 16 April, 2018 by Janice Brown

I have to admit–I hesitated to write this story.  We probably will never know the entire truth behind Samuel Joy’s “spite” tombstone, and that bothers me. If a spite tombstone is new to you, know it is a cemetery monument … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Tidbits: Newport’s Elephant Rock and Pike Hill

Posted on 16 January, 2017 by Janice Brown

Elephant Rock in Newport, Sullivan County, New Hampshire is described as a large boulder 35 feet high which is almost a perfect image of a kneeling elephant. It is located on Pike Hill.  It is still a popular curiosity of … Continue reading →

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