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An early view of Concord.

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Sights and sounds of nature of a different era

by James Spain For the MonitorSeptember 11, 2021

An early photograph of the Merrimack County Courthouse that was constructed in 1857 showing the building prior to the removal of the dome. The building was renovated in 1907 when the dome was removed. This building served as the boundary between the north and south end boys during their decades-long rivalry.

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Vintage Views: North, South ends rivalry

by James Spain For the MonitorAugust 7, 2021

Concord’s Main Street pictured in the 1860s. The large brick building pictured on the right is the Masonic Temple.

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Concord location catalyst for boom

November 11, 2020

A Common Mackerel destined for the market.

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Mackerel man gets creative with kit

October 29, 2020

Franklin Pierce Mansion at 52 South Main Street, prior to the devasting fire.

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A special home for N.H.’s president

October 14, 2020

A colonial period ship is pictured with strong masts supporting massive sails.

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Tall trees on the high seas

October 14, 2020

Grandfather enjoying some leisure time on his front porch

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Vintage Views: View from the front porch

September 29, 2020

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Pausing of the peace

by James Spain For the MonitorSeptember 22, 2020

In about 1885, on the road leading down from the quarries, men on wagons haul rough-cut granite fresh from the quarries. They would cut the granite to manageable size and bring it down the hill by horse and wagon to the stone sheds on North State Street, where it would be finish cut and marketed. During the winter months, sleds would be pulled by horses to haul the granite so that the work could proceed year round.

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September 14, 2020

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