Tag Archives: New Hampshire

New Hampshire born socialite Brooke Astor – Grandson Alleges She Is Victim of Elder Abuse

Posted on 26 July, 2006 by Janice Brown

The New York Daily News has reported today that socialite, Brooke Astor,

 the subject of a blog article here, who turned 104 in April, reportedly is a victim of elder abuse, and now wears torn nightgowns and sleeps on a filthy couch… Continue reading →

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New Hampshire’s State Flag and Seal

Posted on 25 July, 2006 by Janice Brown

New Hampshire’s flag is the state seal, on a solid background of deep blue. Although reportedly the design of the flag has been in use since 1784, this version of the official New Hampshire state flag was adopted in 1909 … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire’s Endicott Rock: Our Oldest Public Monument?

Posted on 23 July, 2006 by Janice Brown

Endicott Rock dates back to August 1, 1652…

and is a New Hampshire historic site.

In an attempt … Continue reading →

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Bartlett New Hampshire’s Author, Lady Blanche Elizabeth Mary Annunciata (Noel) Murphy (1845-1881)

Posted on 21 July, 2006 by Janice Brown

Lady Blanche Elizabeth Mary Annunciata Noel was born 25 March 1845 at Exton Hall in England, daughter of Charles George Noel, 2nd Earl of Gainsborough and Lady Ida Harriet Augusta Hay, and godchild of Queen Victoria. She died 21 March … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Glossary: Coos (Please Don’t Say Cooz)

Posted on 19 July, 2006 by Janice Brown

Coos – (pronounced “CO-ahss” with two syllables)… is a county in New Hampshire, established December 24, 1803. It was taken from … Continue reading →

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