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He Kept New Hampshire Beds Warm: Concord’s Louis F. Gillette (1857-1937)

Posted on 12 January, 2017 by Janice Brown

In the early twentieth century most New Hampshire homes did not have central heating, and warming pans were in common use. These devices warmed up the sheets, and also kept the bed warm at least for a few hours, especially … Continue reading →

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First NH Lady Century Rider of 1893, Bicyclist, Linotypist: Maud L. (Hood) Center 1874-1958

Posted on 29 July, 2015 by Janice Brown

Before I tell you Maud Hood’s story, I should explain a few terms, and how her accomplishment was unusual and wonderful.  A Century Rider is a bicyclist who has completed a 100-mile ride.  This is a milestone nearly every cyclist … Continue reading →

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No Goot! Its a New Hampshire Coot!

Posted on 10 September, 2014 by Janice Brown

The Daily Herald newspaper of Provo Utah printed an interesting blurb on 19 February 1954: NO GOOT! BOSCAWEN, N.H. (UP) — James Lee, chief state research biologist, asked to identify a bird shot by a hunter, replied: “It’s a coot, … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Dowser

Posted on 30 July, 2008 by Janice Brown

A dowser is a person who is able to locate water, and sometimes precious metals. On a few documented occasions, … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire: Where Even Boiled Water Is Entertaining

Posted on 10 April, 2008 by Janice Brown

There is only one place on earth where boiled water could be so entertaining… Continue reading →

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