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“Thanksgiving in the Olden Time”: An 1876 Sermon Published in the New Hampshire Sentinel
Anybody born out of New England cannot have the true flavor of New England in his mouth, and it is to the happy saints, born in New England, that I address myself this morning, not forbidding others to catch the … Continue reading
Posted in History, Holidays, Really Old News
Tagged celebrated, celebration, customs, holiday, how, New England, olden time, sermon, Thanksgiving
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New Hampshire’s Thanksgiving Recipes from 1889
The New Hampshire newspapers of old were a great resource for women to share their special family recipes. In 1889 the following are gleaned for your enjoyment. [Editor’s note and disclaimer: Please repeat these recipes at your own risk, I … Continue reading
First American War Vessel Named after Manchester NH: USS Manchester (CL-83) 1946-1960
The Portsmouth Herald newspaper of March 5, 1946 proclaimed the launching of a new light cruiser that honored the City of Manchester, New Hampshire. The Quincy Massachusetts shipyard of the Bethlehem Steel company was responsible for building her.
Posted in Genealogy, History, New Hampshire Women, Really Old News
Tagged cruiser, Korea, Korean War, Manchester, navy, ship, USS, USS Manchester
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New Hampshire’s Witches’ Night of 1879
WITCHES NIGHT From the earliest times men have been trying to look ahead. The ancient Egyptians had oracles where their gods were supposed to answer the questions of men by dreams and other ways; the ancient Greeks also had famous … Continue reading
Posted in Haunted New Hampshire, History, Holidays, Really Old News
Tagged customs, Halloween, history, NH, superstitions
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