Category Archives: Genealogy

This Is The Face of Genealogy

Posted on 5 June, 2011 by Janice Brown

This is the face of genealogy…

My parents, Berwin & Mary (Manning) Webster. Continue reading →

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Isles of Shoals Landmark: Miss Underhill’s Chair

Posted on 5 June, 2011 by Janice Brown

“There are some dreary little islands lying off the harbor of Portsmouth, N.H. about eight miles from the mainland,” or … Continue reading →

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Exeter New Hampshire Sculptor: Daniel Chester French (1850-1931)

Posted on 20 April, 2011 by Janice Brown

You probably know his works of sculpture better than you recognize his name. Today is his birthday. During his lifetime he was considered America's … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire and the Birth of the Cocktail

Posted on 10 March, 2011 by Janice Brown

New Hampshire is thought of as the birth place of many innovations, from tupperware to the motorcycle. But was it … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire’s First Valentine: Valentine Hill of Oyster River (c1603-c1661)

Posted on 3 February, 2011 by Janice Brown

New Hampshire's First Valentine has nothing to do with greeting cards, candy, or heart-shaped tokens.

Rather, the first Valentine within … Continue reading →

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