Author Archives: Janice Brown

Lebanon New Hampshire’s "Man Who Survived With A Hole in His Head": Phineas P. Gage (1823-1860)

Posted on 15 August, 2007 by Janice Brown

A great deal has been written about New Hampshire native, Phineas P. Gage.

He was the victim of a freak … Continue reading →

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Brooke Astor Dies At 105

Posted on 14 August, 2007 by Janice Brown

Brooke Astor, the last of the American branch of the Astor family (by marriage) died yesterday at her New York estate, Holly Hill in Briarcliff Manor, reportedly of pneumonia… Continue reading →

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Five Fun New Hampshire Summer Entertainments For A Cheapskate

Posted on 13 August, 2007 by Janice Brown

Almost every town has a park, common, beach, or a common area where residents can gather. 

The first three games … Continue reading →

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Genealogy Seminars I'd Like to See

Posted on 10 August, 2007 by Janice Brown

The 30th Edition of the Carnival of Genealogy's topic is Genealogical Conferences & Seminars. I've never attended one of these, … Continue reading →

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Poem: "Contoocook River," by Edna Dean Proctor

Posted on 9 August, 2007 by Janice Brown

Of all the streams that seek the sea
By mountain pass, or sunny lea,
Now where is one that dares … Continue reading →

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