Yearly Archives: 2007

The Last New Hampshire Man of the American Revolution: Samuel Downing (1761-1867)

Posted on 12 March, 2007 by Janice Brown

There were many patriots of the American Revolution, but few of them survive in photographs.  Private Samuel Downing is an … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Parka

Posted on 10 March, 2007 by Janice Brown

parka–correctly pronounced pahk-ER, a heavy, waterproof, knee-length winter coat that includes a hood. The hood usually has a fur … Continue reading →

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Earl Tupper

Posted on 9 March, 2007 by Janice Brown

Earl Tupper was born in Berlin, Coos County NH. His most well known invention was “Tupperware.”  See article about … Continue reading →

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Birch Trees in New Hampshire

Posted on 9 March, 2007 by Janice Brown

Photograph of Birch Trees in New Hampshire, scanned post card.  See article about New Hampshire's official state tree…. Continue reading →

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Granite State In the News

Posted on 9 March, 2007 by Janice Brown

This poem was published in The New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette, in Concord New Hampshire on June 27, … Continue reading →

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