New Hampshire State Builders

Birthplace of George Franklyn Willey in the Summer

State Builders, published in 1903, serves as a historical and biographical account of New Hampshire at the turn of the twentieth century. Authored by local writers, it covers the state’s development across various sectors including politics, education, and industry, while documenting the lives of notable residents. The volume reflects both continuity and change in the state’s traditions, making it a valuable reference for understanding New Hampshire’s institutions and influential figures during this pivotal period.

The history of Medway Massachusetts

History of Medway title page

The History of Medway, Massachusetts, 1713–1885, covers the entire period of local history, embracing two hundred and twenty-five years, from 1660 to 1885; or, from the first appearance of a white settler within the territory, to the recent date of the incorporation of the town of Millis. The book is divided into ten sections, and gives, in consecutive order, an account of the first settlement, the municipal doings, the churches, the schools and other institutions, the industries, the military service, the miscellaneous matters, the cemeteries, the biographies of many persons, and the genealogies of numerous families.

History of Chester, New Hampshire, including Auburn

Outline map of the Original Grant of the town of Chester New Hampshire

The *History of Chester, New Hampshire, Including Auburn* by John Carroll Chase, published in 1926, serves as a supplement to the original 1869 *History of Old Chester*. This work was produced in response to a desire to document events that had occurred in the town since the previous publication, as well as to cover topics that were initially omitted. While Chester had seen a decline in population and industrial activity, the book highlights notable historical and social developments. It incorporates additions to military history, church records, and gravestone inscriptions, providing a comprehensive overview of Chester and Auburn’s past.