Category Archives: History

New Hampshire and the Lowest Social Security Number

Posted on 1 August, 2008 by Janice Brown

New Hampshire has the honor of having had a resident that was issued the lowest social security number. The number, … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire: Let Them Eat Corn

Posted on 16 July, 2008 by Janice Brown

The Native People's of New Hampshire had been growing corn long before the European settlers arrived (it is native to … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire: How SMITH Played A Role in the American Revolution

Posted on 14 July, 2008 by Janice Brown

The death of the late Joseph Smith of Chester suggested to Colonel George C. Gilmore of this city the idea … Continue reading →

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A New Hampshire Fourth of July — 200 Years Ago

Posted on 4 July, 2008 by Janice Brown

Portsmouth, Tuesday, July 5, 1808–THE FOURTH OF JULY

This Glorious anniversary of American independence was celebrated by the Republicans in … Continue reading →

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You say Catsup, I say Ketchup

Posted on 2 July, 2008 by Janice Brown

Although today we think of a red tomato-based concoction, catsup in colonial days was quite different. Wild and dried meat … Continue reading →

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