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Goffstown NH: Villa Augustina aka St. Claudine Villa Academy

In 1907 or 1908 the Religious of Jesus and Mary purchased part of the farm formerly owned by David Little, and a few years later purchased the Charles A. Upham place, and even later two hundred acres of land adjoining.  … Continue reading

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Exeter New Hampshire Sculptor: Daniel Chester French (1850-1931)

You probably know his works of sculpture better than you recognize his name. Today is his birthday. During his lifetime he was considered America's … Continue reading

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Daniel Chester French 1850-1931

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Loudon New Hampshire Illustrator, Painter, Engraver: Frank French (1850-1933)

Frank French was born 22 May 1850 in Loudon NH, son and 8th child of Hiram & Lydia Walcot (Bachelder) … Continue reading

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Concord New Hampshire Daredevil: Joseph Albert "Jean" Lussier (1891-1971)

Niagara Falls has been known to take one's breath away….

…literally–most notably the breath of daredevils who have tried to … Continue reading

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