[Chapter XXI. The Town of Concord] A Capital for New Hampshire / Grace P. Amsden.
- Title:
- [Chapter XXI. The Town of Concord] A Capital for New Hampshire / Grace P. Amsden.
- Author:
- Amsden, Grace Page, 1872-1960.
- Call Number:
- 977.8b C744ams
- Publication Information:
- Concord, N. H. : [publisher not identified], 1961.
- Physical Description:
- 20 pages
- Source:
- Vol. 2 A Capital for New Hampshire
- Description:
- Chapter 21 discusses the naming of Concord, the meeting of the general assembly, and other conventions held after the war for independence. The chapter describes the ratification of the constitution and early system of New Hampshire governance. It follows the material development of Concord at length, describing the building of the Town House, new schoolhouses, and roads. It mentions notable figures like Israel Evans, William A. Kent, and George Hough. The chapter discusses Hough's printing business, position as postmaster and the establishment of several newspapers in Concord. An index of names precedes the chapter.
- Locations:
- Concord, N. H. History
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