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Manchester New Hampshire’s Human Rights Champion, Volunteer, Civic and Community Leader: Vanessa Leah Washington-Johnson-Bloemen (1953-2011)

Many living in Manchester New Hampshire today probably have heard of Vanessa Washington-Johnson-Bloemen.  This is because she worked in, and behind the scenes of, countless city organizations or agencies.  Her goal was to solve problems and promote the interests of … Continue reading

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New Hampshire: Swift Water To Be Proud Of

Practically everyone recognizes this organization from the cookies their members  sell…

Thin Mints, Samoas, Tagalongs, and others

Even better than … Continue reading

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New Hampshire Girl Scouts and Tent, 1966

My camping mates at Camp Kettleford, a Swift Water Girl Scout overnight camping trip. Photograph taken May 21, 1966, pictured Ann … Continue reading

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A New Hampshire Girl Scout circa 1966

Yep, I have to admit, this is me.  A very skinny Cadet Girl Scout at Camp Kettleford in New Hampshire.  … Continue reading

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Cadet Girl Scout Sash from the 1960s

Swift Water Council, Girl Scouts of America, sash from the 1960s Continue reading

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