Monthly Archives: May 2006

1801 Advertising

Posted on 17 May, 2006 by Janice Brown

United States Oracle, September 26, 1801 – W. Treadwell & Co. of Portsmouth NH advertises books, including “Mavoir's Collection of … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire: Paying the Letter "L" Forward

Posted on 16 May, 2006 by Janice Brown

In an oddly alphabetic way of “paying it forward,”

Grain of Salt has assigned me the letter “L.”  … Continue reading →

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The Common Loon

Posted on 16 May, 2006 by Janice Brown

Although not designated as the New Hampshire state bird (the purple finch has that honor), this intriguing bird is one … Continue reading →

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Claremont New Hampshire Author: Constance Fenimore Woolson aka Anne March (1840-1894)

Posted on 15 May, 2006 by Janice Brown

Did she commit suicide, or did she simply lose her balance on a Venetian balcony?

…probably the mystery will never be … Continue reading →

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Constance Fenimore Woolson aka Anne March

Posted on 15 May, 2006 by Janice Brown

Constance Fenimore Woolson aka Anne March (1840-1894) – See article about her under “New Hampshire Women” category Continue reading →

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