Dover New Hampshire

Collections of the New Hampshire Historical Society

1892 Map of New Hampshire

The Collections of the New Hampshire Historical Society is a 15 publication series documenting the state’s history through various primary sources, including manuscripts, letters, and public records. It collates valuable narratives that were previously difficult to access, providing insight into events, individuals, and communities in New Hampshire. Each volume offers focused topics and historical analyses, and most volumes contain individual indexes.

Notable events in the history of Dover, New Hampshire

The old meeting house on Dover Neck

Notable events in the history of Dover, New Hampshire chronicles the evolution of Dover from its initial colonial roots in 1623 through the conclusion of the American Civil War. The text serves as a connected and accessible archive of local milestones, beginning with the obscurity of the first settlement at Hilton’s Point and moving through the town’s early reliance on fishing, trading, and agriculture. Structurally, the source follows a chronological timeline that highlights shifting governance, including the town’s voluntary union with the Massachusetts colony and its eventual integration into the Province of New Hampshire.

Diary of Ezra Green, M.D.

Diary of Ezra Green

Ezra Green (1746-1847) was a surgeon aboard the Continental Ship-of-War “Ranger” when he penned a diary describing the voyage and conflicts met. The diary itself will shed light on other members of the crew, some who lost their lives in battle. Also included in the manuscript are two brief genealogies of early ancestors of Ezra, James Green of Charlestown and John Hayes of Dover.

Genealogy of the Fox Family of Taunton, Massachusetts

The Connecticut-Massachusetts branch of the earlier family of this name of the old Bay State is one of long and honorable standing in New England, and as well of historic connection. The especial family here considered, and which for designation is styled the Taunton family, is that of pome of the descendants of Capt. Jabez Fox, of Berkley, Mass., one of whose sons was the late Henry Hodges Fox and the latter’s son the present Hon. William Henry Fox, lawyer and judge, who for forty and more years has been judge of the First District court of Bristol county and otherwise prominently identified with the public affairs of the city of Taunton.

Descendants of Elder Nutter of Dover, MA

Isaac Newton Nutter

The Nutter family of East Bridgewater, descended from Elder Hatevil Nutter, who emigrated from England in 1633, played a significant role in early New Hampshire history. Elder Nutter was a prominent figure, serving as a ruling elder and holding various land grants. His lineage includes notable descendants such as Isaac Newton Nutter, who contributed to local development and banking, and his sons, Richard Winslow and Charles Latham Nutter, who continued the family legacy in public service and business.

Wright Family of Boston, MA

The Wright family, an early Boston lineage, traces its origins to Richard Wright, who settled in Plymouth around 1644. Over generations, the family intermarried with prominent New England clans like the Adams and Wentworths. Notable descendants include Theodore Francis Wright, a significant figure in the New Jerusalem Church, and Augustus Hunt Wright, a Civil War veteran and community leader in Abington. Their legacy reflects the family’s deep roots in American history and its contributions to religion, education, and civic life in Massachusetts.

Leighton Genealogy of Narraguagus Valley Maine

Narraguagus Valley Some Account of its Early Settlement and Settlers

The Leighton family, prominent in the Narraguagus Valley, traces its roots back to Thomas and Samuel Leighton, who settled in the area around 1760. Samuel’s descendants include Theodore, Isaac, Parritt, and Phineas, who established families in Columbia, Addison, and Pembroke. Thomas, with a large family, also played a significant role. Another line from Thomas Leighton 2nd originated from Dover, NH, settling in Gouldsboro and later Steuben. Both branches produced numerous descendants, integrating into various local families and communities.

Biography of George Cook, M.D.

Dr. George Cook, born in Dover, N.H., on November 16, 1848, trained in medicine under notable physicians before graduating from Dartmouth College in 1869. He practiced in Henniker and Hillsborough, gaining acclaim for his medical skills, particularly during smallpox outbreaks. A dedicated public servant, he held various positions in health organizations and the state legislature. Known for his contributions to military medicine and public health, Dr. Cook also engaged in local fraternal organizations and authored important medical papers. He has resided in Concord since 1875.

Biography of Horace Childs

Horace Childs, born on August 10, 1807, in Henniker, N.H., was a distinguished railroad bridge builder linked to a prominent lineage tracing back to 1630 in Massachusetts. After assisting his father in various construction projects, he took on bridge contracts, notably for the New Haven Hartford Railway, which led to substantial profits and innovations in design. A dedicated community member, Childs supported education and served as a deacon in his church. He married Matilda R. Taylor in 1837, and their family lineage is also notable for longevity.

Biographical Sketch of Abbot, Francis Ellingwood

Francis Ellingwood Abbot, born in Boston on November 6, 1836, was educated at home and the Boston Latin School before graduating from Harvard in 1859. He attended the Harvard Divinity School and served as a principal and minister in various capacities, including the Unitarian society in Dover, NH, and the Independent society in Toledo, OH. Abbot was also an editor and established a classical school and a “Home for Boys” in Cambridge. He published works in notable journals and authored “Scientific Theism.” Abbot earned a Ph.D. from Harvard in 1881 and had three children with his wife, Katharine.

Biographical Sketch of Archer Roberts Simpson

Archer Roberts Simpson, born May 6, 1885, in Dover, New Hampshire, became a notable lawyer in Springfield, Massachusetts after graduating from Yale in 1911 and the George Washington Law School in 1915. He practiced law for a decade as a senior member of Simpson, Clason & Callahan. Active in local governance, he served four years on the Springfield City Council, including two as president. Simpson also engaged in various social clubs, Masonry, and was married to Ethel Gordon, with whom he had a daughter, Barbara.