Tag Archives: 1916

New Hampshire Christmas Gifts and Events of 100 Years Ago (1916)

Posted on 24 December, 2016 by Janice Brown

In December of 1916, one hundred years ago, the Portsmouth (NH) Herald offered tidbits of local information along with advertisements for Christmas gifts and food. These offerings are a window into New Hampshire’s past.

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2016: Celebrating New Hampshire’s Presidential Primary 100th Anniversary

Posted on 22 January, 2016 by Janice Brown

I enjoy anniversary celebrations as much as everyone else. Make a champagne toast, toss the confetti, ring the bells, cast a vote. New Hampshiremen and New Hampshirewomen never seem to need an excuse to party. But I like to know … Continue reading →

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2014 Laconia (NH) Motorcycle Week With a Bit of History

Posted on 13 June, 2014 by Janice Brown

Motorcycle Week has been a part of New Hampshire’s history for ninety-eight years, more or less.  The event grew out of the Gypsy Tours (unofficially began in 1916) and evolved into today’s very popular Laconia Motorcycle Week.  In 2014 the … Continue reading →

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