Yearly Archives: 2007

Moose with locked antlers

Posted on 25 May, 2007 by Janice Brown

When in rut season, bull moose contests are not unusual. However, having their antlers become permanently locked during a fight … Continue reading →

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Depiction of Phineas Gage's injury

Posted on 25 May, 2007 by Janice Brown

In 1847 railroad worker, Phineas Gage (a New Hampshire native) was injured when an iron bar was accidentally blasted through … Continue reading →

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Berlin New Hampshire Tupperware Inventor: Earl Silas Tupper (1907-1983)

Posted on 25 May, 2007 by Janice Brown

American manufacturer Earl Tupper, inventor of Tupperware, was born in New Hampshire.

 

He graduated from Fitchburg [MA] High school … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Rhubarb

Posted on 23 May, 2007 by Janice Brown

Not native to the United States, rhubarb can be found on the list of good imported from Europe in the … Continue reading →

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Elias A. McQuaid

Posted on 22 May, 2007 by Janice Brown

Elias A. McQuaid, grandather to Joseph “Joe” McQuaid of the Manchester Union Leader.  Look for upcoming article about this family … Continue reading →

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