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January, 2009

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Feature
A Short Term with a Long History by David Lazar
Hugh Gallen was a teen struggling
to land his first paycheck when he
arrived in the North Country in
the early 1940s to take a Civilian
Conservation Corps job building
roads and campsites around Mount Kearsarge.
Featured Imagery
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Letter From The Editor
"A fresh start" by Michael DeBlasi
The dawning of a New Year is full of symbolism. It is more than just the routine of hanging a new calendar on the wall. It provides us with a fresh start.
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Town
Welcome to Hillsborough
With its historic homesteads, stone arch bridges and miles of gently winding tree-lined drives, the hidden Monadnock gem of Hillsborough is an easy place to get lost both in time and charm.
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Treasures
Classic Troubadour Excerpts
Notable selections from Troubadour issues of old are scattered throughout our magazine and are collected here.
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Slice of Life
"Everybody’s a Native of Somewhere" by Becky Rule
Being a native carries weight in New Hampshire.
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New Hampshire Then & Now
Gosport Church
The island’s rocky landscape was changed dramatically when gulls began to nest on the island and fertilized the plants leading to the thick growth of bushes and poison ivy.
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Your Troubadour
Designed Specifically For You: Reader Submissions
Readers share a bit of their memories, moments, stories and smiles about this state.
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Our New Hampshire
Celebrate NH with Robert J. Finlay
New Year’s resolutions are believed to go back to ancient Rome, when Janus, the mythical Roman king, inspired many to look for forgiveness from their enemies and exchange gifts before the beginning of each year.
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Trumpets
Recognizing Those Who Make A Difference
Amy Nichols and her guide dog, Sheba, visit thousands each year to promote understanding and acceptance of blindness.