New Hampshire Men
New Hampshire Men presents 407 biographical sketches, with portraits, of men who were active in commercial, professional, and political life in New Hampshire in 1893.
New Hampshire Men presents 407 biographical sketches, with portraits, of men who were active in commercial, professional, and political life in New Hampshire in 1893.
New Hampshire Notables,” published by the Concord Press in 1932, is a biographical compilation that follows a previous work by Henry H. Metcalf. It contains 474 brief sketches of notable individuals, both natives and residents of New Hampshire, recognized for their contributions across various fields such as public life, business, and education. This edition focuses on living subjects as of 1932, with an alphabetical index for easy reference. While not exhaustive, it serves as a valuable resource for researchers and libraries, preserving important biographical data.
The manuscript chronicles the lineage of the Mason family, beginning with Robert Mason, who emigrated from England around 1590 and settled in Roxbury, Massachusetts, in 1630. Following his wife’s death, he moved to Dedham, becoming an original landholder. The narrative progresses through the generations, focusing on Lemuel Saunders Mason, a mill owner from Belchertown, and his son, Lyman Gates Mason I. The work details family history until the 1960s, highlighting significant ancestors and their contributions.
A historical overview of western Nebraska and its pioneer settlers, this volume highlights the men who helped build counties across the Nebraska Panhandle, including Cheyenne, Box Butte, Deuel, Garden, Sioux, Kimball, Morrill, Sheridan, Scotts Bluff, Banner, and Dawes. It also points readers to biographies, history volumes, and a gallery of 143 photographs.