Author Archives: Janice Brown

New Hampshire Glossary: Lamprey eel

Lamprey eel, or “lamper” are a member of the ancient fish family of “jawless fishes” that existed before … Continue reading

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New Hampshire State Flower: Purple Lilac (Syringa vulgaris)

The lilac is an ancient shrub.

It was first introduced to the Europeans about mid-1500, brought from Turkey to Austria. … Continue reading

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The First Weston Observatory, Manchester New Hampshire

In 1895, James S. Weston, a former Governor of New Hampshire, and a former Mayor of the City of Manchester, … Continue reading

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Litchfield New Hampshire Gold Prospector, Adventurer, and Father of Alaska: Leroy Napoleon "Jack" McQuesten (1836-1900)

Leroy Napoleon McQuesten, (but usually called Jack) was born on a New Hampshire farm in Litchfield. 

When he was a … Continue reading

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New Hampshire Glossary: Tithing-man

tithing man-[sometimes spelled tything-man] was an early elected town position in New Hampshire (and other parts of New … Continue reading

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