Category Archives: Irish in New Hampshire

Manchester NH World War I Casualty: Bernard B. Barry (1893-1918)

Posted on 1 December, 2013 by Janice Brown

An unassuming plaque sits at the corners of Hall Street and Lake Avenue in Manchester New Hampshire, proclaiming: PVT. BERNARD B. BARRY Co. E. — 309th INF. 78 DIV. KILLED IN ACTION OCT. 16, 1918 IN THE ARGONNE FOREST But … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Back Stairs: Servants to the Carpenter, Manning, Hoyt, Slayton, Campbell and Jenks Families in 20th Century Manchester

Posted on 17 April, 2013 by Janice Brown

They opened the door to greet visitors. They cooked, served and cleaned up after the daily meals. They tidied the rooms and changed the bed linens. They washed and ironed the family’s clothing. They provided transportation first in horse driven … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire’s Irish Myths and Legends

Posted on 15 March, 2013 by Janice Brown

I grew up in a New Hampshire household where St. Patrick’s Day and my Irish heritage was held in high esteem.  God forbid that I should not wear green on March 17th. And it was entirely a ‘mortal sin’ if … Continue reading →

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A New Hampshirite’s Irish Surprise

Posted on 15 March, 2011 by Janice Brown

The Irish people walk among you. They carry leprechauns in their pockets. A few of them remember wee bits of the ancient language. Sadly some descendants today are not aware of their Celtic ancestry… Continue reading →

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Manchester New Hampshire Restaurant Innovators: Richard "Dick" and Maurice "Mac" McDonald

Posted on 4 March, 2011 by Janice Brown

There is no doubt that much credit should be given to Ray Krok for the idea of franchising McDonalds. 

However, … Continue reading →

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