Steve Taylor with the Story of the Grange at Gilmanton
Historical Society June 24
Former Agriculture Commissioner Steve Taylor returns to
Gilmanton Historical Society with a program on New Hampshire’s
Grange Movement, Its Rise, Triumphs and Decline, on Tuesday evening,
June 24th, 7:30 pm at Old Town Hall in Gilmanton Iron Works.
The Gilmanton Historical Society welcomes former NH Commissioner of
Agriculture Steve Taylor for his report on New Hampshire’s Grange
Movement, Its Rise, Triumphs and Decline, on Tuesday, June 24th at
7:30 pm. The program takes place at Gilmanton’s Old Town Hall on
Route 140 in Gilmanton Iron Works. Gilmanton’s Old Town Hall,
listed on the State Register of Historic Places, was constructed by
the Odd Fellows in 1902. Included in the design was a meeting room
for the Crystal Lake Grange, one of two Grange groups in the Town.
Much of rural NH in the late 19th century was locked in a downward
spiral of population decline, abandonment of farms, reversion of
cleared land to forest and widespread feelings of melancholy and
loss. The development of the Grange movement in the 1880s and 1890s
was aided greatly by hunger for social interaction, entertainment
and mutual support. As membership surged it became a major force in
Concord, and its agenda aligned closely with the Progressive
politics that swept the state in the early 20th century.
Refreshments and social hour begin at 7 pm; the program begins
promptly at 7:30. The Society’s Museum, in the basement of Old Town
Hall, is open at 7 pm. The program is free and open to the public;
donations to support the work of the Society are gratefully received
The Society’s summer series is presented on the 4th
Tuesday of each month, May through September. . On July 22 at 6 pm
the Society offers a walking tour of Smith Meeting House Cemetery
narrated by members of the Society’s Board. Pat Clarke
presents a program on Herman Mudgett, Gilmanton’s most notorious
resident, on August 26th. The final program, September 23rd,
addresses the textile workers of the Amoskeag Company.
For details pick up a brochure at the Town Office and review the
Society’s exhibit on the history of Town Reports in the display
cases. Or check the Society’s website,
www.historicalsocietiesnh.org/gilmanton.
There is a link on the Town website.
The Gilmanton Historical Society offers a number of publications on
the history of the Town. They are available at all Society
programs, at the Town Clerk’s Office, and at the Brick House in
Gilmanton Corners. The Society’s Museum, at Old Town
Hall is open Saturdays from 10 am until noon, and at 7 pm before
each of the summer programs.
Local Residents Named To Dean’s List
At Saint Michael’s College
The following local residents were named to the spring 2014 Dean’s
List at Saint Michael’s College, a liberal arts and sciences,
residential Catholic college located in Burlington, Vermont, one of
the top 10 college towns in America:
Mariah Cleveland of Gilmanton Ironworks, daughter of Charles and
Kelly Cleveland of Gilmanton Ironworks. Cleveland graduated from
Gilford Middle High School before coming to Saint Michael’s.
Shannon McQueen of Gilmanton, daughter of Dawn Grimard of Gilmanton.
McQueen graduated from Gilford Middle High School before coming to
Saint Michael’s.
Rachel Sanborn of Gilmanton, daughter of Jane and Daniel Sanborn of
Gilmanton. Sanborn graduated from Gilford Middle High School before
coming to Saint Michael’s.
Students who complete a minimum of 12 credits and achieve a grade
point average of at least 3.4 at the end of a semester are
recognized for their scholarship by inclusion on the Dean’s List.
SUPERHEROES - Gilmanton Corner Library in July
They are Earth’s mightiest heroes, formed to fight the foes no
ordinary man or woman could withstand. Super-beings, adventurers,
and crime fighters devoted to protecting the planet from menaces
beyond the scope of conventional authorities. When you have to save
the world and when there is no hope left, you assemble the best of
the best - Iron Man, Captain America, Catwoman, Spiderman, Superman
or Batgirl!
This summer visit the Corner library to pick up the latest superhero
DVD or book, and enter the superhero raffle with your name and phone
number. FREE superhero sunglasses, kick balls and amazing drinking
straws for all!
Reminder: 4th of July BOOK SALE 9:00 – 12:30.
The Corner Library has free passes to the Currier Museum, SEE
Science Kids Museum and the New Hampshire Historical Museum.
Knitting project continues on Thursdays. Phone 267-6200 for more
information on books or passes.
Obituaries
Charles Raymond Armour, Jr.
Charles Raymond Armour, Jr. passed away peacefully on June 4, 2014.
After high school, Charlie enlisted in the US Marine Corps, and
served in the Vietnam War. He was a Brattleboro , VT police officer
and member of the Army National Guard before becoming an Air Force
officer. Near the end of his Air Force career, Major Armour
transferred from his HQ USAFE assignment in Germany to lead his EOD
troops in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm (the first
Persian Gulf War). His many service medals included the Meritorious
Service Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, two Air Force
Commendation Medals, a Navy Presidential Unit Citation, and a
Humanitarian Service Medal. Following his military career, Charlie
served NH residents as a principal planner for the NH Dept of Health
and Human Services, and taught at New Hampshire Technical Institute.
Charlie is survived by his beloved wife Deborah Kathan Armour;
daughters Kiza Armour, Dawn Armour Ouellette, Leasa Armour, and
Crystal Armour; three grandsons, two granddaughters, a niece, and a
nephew; his mother Shirley Stanclift Armour; his sister Katherine
Armour; and his brother Richard Armour.
Charlie was a loving husband and father, quick to inject a bit of
military trivia or witty word play. His life embodied his values of
honor, courage, and service, and he inspired those qualities in
those around him.
Charles was cremated June 11 in NH. A memorial gathering at the VFW
in Brattleboro , VT on July 19 will immediately follow the delivery
of military honors at 1:15pm. In lieu of flowers, please thank the
men and women who serve, at home or abroad, in the military or as
first responders.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home &
Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting
the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view
an online memorial go to
www.wilkinsonbeane.com.
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