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New Hampshire Tidbits: David B. Varney Memorial at Derryfield Park in Manchester

Posted on 23 March, 2021 by Janice Brown

A few years ago I took several photographs of Derryfield Park in Manchester New Hampshire. In this collection are photos of a memorial, dedicated in 1955 to honor David B. Varney, a Republican Mayor of Manchester between 1889-1890. Oddly enough … Continue reading →

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The Many Faces of General John Stark of Manchester New Hampshire

Posted on 1 April, 2017 by Janice Brown

New Hampshire residents traditionally celebrate John Stark day on April 25th each year.  This celebratory date is set by New Hampshire Revised Statutes 4:13-l – General John Stark Day, that designates the fourth Monday in April as such. “And the … Continue reading →

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Godmother of New Hampshire’s War for Independence: Elizabeth “Molly” (Page) Stark (1737-1814)

Posted on 24 March, 2017 by Janice Brown

Molly Stark deserves to be called ‘Godmother’ of New Hampshire, at least when it comes to her involvement in the American Revolution. Of course there were many women who supported their men and country during that crucial time in United … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire: Celebrating the Manchester Public Library’s Centennial

Posted on 5 September, 2014 by Janice Brown

Celebrations are in order for Manchester New Hampshire’s Public Library.  The current building, originally called the Carpenter Memorial Library, is 100 years old on November 18, 2014 (using the dedication day of November 18, 1914 when 5,000 people assembled for … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Inspired: "Yankee Doodle"

Posted on 18 April, 2006 by Janice Brown

The tune and words of “Yankee Doodle” are familiar to most Americans….

…but there are conflicting stories regarding its origin. Could the early verses … Continue reading →

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