Category Archives: Genealogy

Hampton New Hampshire Singer, Dancer & Actor in Silent Movies – Dustin Lancy Farnum (1874-1929)

Posted on 31 July, 2006 by Janice Brown

Dustin Lancy Farnum, the son of Greenleaf D. & Clara Adele (Atwood) Farnum…

was born 27 May 1874 … Continue reading →

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Weare New Hampshire’s U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Hackett Souter (1939-living)

Posted on 13 July, 2006 by Janice Brown

I don't claim to know the Hon. David Souter, nor have I ever met him. 

I've spent a bit … Continue reading →

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Not New Hampshire: Massachusetts Threatens To Close Vital Records

Posted on 23 June, 2006 by Janice Brown

A major threat to genealogy researchers in New England looms on the horizon….

The Massachusetts' State Legislature may soon … Continue reading →

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Franconia New Hampshire Hotel Owner & Early Tourism Promoter: Richard Taft (1812-1881)

Posted on 8 June, 2006 by Janice Brown

Before Richard Taft arrived in the White Mountains, it was a pretty quiet place,

even during the summer… Continue reading →

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Dover New Hampshire Preacher and Historian – Rev. Jeremiah "Jeremy" Belknap, D.D. (1744-1798)

Posted on 1 June, 2006 by Janice Brown

Rev. Jeremy Belknap, best known for his carefully written history of New Hampshire…

was the son of Joseph Belknap … Continue reading →

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