Coming of Railroads
Presented by John Lyons of Newbury Historical. at the Newbury Library
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Newbury Library 933 Route 103, Newbury, NH, United States
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Who Was John Stark?
Newbury Center Meeting HouseWhile many are familiar with the state motto “live free or die,” few might know about the man, General John Stark, who uttered these words. In this presentation, George Morrison reveals the man – a ransomed captive, Ranger officer, road-builder, lumberman, husband and father, repeatedly called-on to serve but often clashing with authority -- whose phrase has become synonymous with [...]
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Old Time Fun and Entertainment at Sunapee
Newbury Library 933 Route 103, Newbury, NH, United StatesJoin the Newbury Historical Society and John Greenwood as he covers the late 1800s and early 1900s activities at Blodgetts Landing - the steamboats, the Casino and the Spiritualist Church events. Also learn about the water activities including regattas and early skiing through the mid 1900s. Free and open to all!
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Newbury Patriots in the American Revolution
Newbury Center Meeting HousePresented by Sandy Warde of the Newbury Historical Society. At Center Meeting House.