BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 More Railroad Pages - Menu Top Right... Wreck of the 380 Frank Washburn Related: Mallett 1202 Story Locomotive #380 Wreck West of Bemis Crossing, August 1922. The engine in the picture is Locomotive #380. The Mallett 1202 was following about ten minutes behind as they had both been on a "helper run" assisting a train through the Notch. #380 was built in 1908 and was a class O-2, 4-6-0 wheel arrangement Scotty Mallett tells us, "That's Frank Washburn's wreck. It happened in august of 1922 when the tender brake beam failed, the locomotive jackknifed and flipped over. Mr Washburn was taken to the hospital with a sprained ankle and some bruises. Nothing is mentioned about how the fireman ended up, it could be he had no injury's " Bemis is the area near Madam Morey's Inn Unique , Today's Notchland Inn . The photographs were sent to us by Richard Garon , who's grandfather was a Stationmaster in Bartlett during the 1920's. Rick didn't know much about the pictures, but Scotty Mallett, who is our railroad history expert, identified all the photos and provided a little story. Some Photos on this page, and elsewhere on this web-site, are part of the Raymond W. Evans collection now owned by Robert Girouard. We extend our gratitude for his permission to use them as part of this and other stories. - - Dave

First settlers Bartlett NH 1780 to 1800 The George family at the Albany Intervale - hardships MORE EARLY SETTLERS - CLICK LOGO opens in new window BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 The very early settlers of Bartlett 1780 to 1800 Page 4 George The George family came to Bartlett from the very nearby Albany Intervale, moving there from Conway in 1800. While they did not arrive in Bartlett until 1815, their story up until that point is an interesting tale. Early Settlers Stillings - Garland - Chubbick Emery - Pitman Hall - Pendexter - Tasker - Seavey George - Gilly - Fox - Willey In the book PASSACONAWAY IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS , the author, Charles Edward Beals, Jr, describes this picture as "The Historic George House". It was later to be the residence of R.P. Colbath. Today it is the Historic Russell Colbath House. SOURCE: PASSACONAWAY IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS Charles Edward Beal Published in 1916 During the year 1800, Austin George, with a large family (fourteen children) drove up from Conway to the Passaconway intervale, known as Great Valley,and built a large barn of hewed and split white pine from top to bottom. No labor was wasted, for the timber grew upon the very ground which the settler wished to clear. The men chose rift trees, split the boards, shingles and planks and smoothed them with an adze. A log-house was built and finished in the same way. One or two neighbors came with this family, but made no preparations for permanent settlement, and, after two or three years, went back to Conway. Mr. George's oldest son brought his bride from Conway to live with the family. Doubtless owing to the hardship of pioneer life, sickness came to the family. A daughter, nineteen years of age, died of consumption. The nearest neighbors were ten miles way. The poor mother was forced to make all the funeral preparations with her own hands. Friends arrived later and the customary burial rites were observed. The father, Austin George, was a scholar and a great reader. He taught his children geography, grammar, arithmetic and history, and in later years some of these frontier children became among the best school teachers In the country. So cold was the climate that corn and wheat were out of the question; in fact, the only vegetables they could raise were those which frost could not kill, such as cabbages, turnips, onions, and potatoes. Although the soil is unusually fertile and free from stones, so very short is the season between frosts (for ice often forms here in July and August) that only the fast growing vegetables and those that can survive the frosts can be relied upon. The girls and boys reaped abundant crops of hay, while the father cultivated the garden. The mother, by hand, wove the clothes for the numerous members. The entire family had to turn to and toil from daylight to dark in order to eke out their meager existence. There were no drones in these early families. Times grew harder and harder in the George home. The cattle died of the "Burton Ail," (see side bar) no remedy at this time being known. A hurricane swept through the very center of the valley, tearing up trees by the roots. Everything in its path, which was a half mile in width, was laid level with the ground. The hurricane crossed the valley from northwest to southeast. In 1814, the family decided to abandon the place. Two sons had left and enlisted in the war against England, one of whom was killed at the Battle of Bridgewater in July, 1814. In October of the same year, the oldest son moved his family away. The now aged father decided to stay long enough to feed his stock the supply of hay on hand, while his family lived on the produce they had raised, as it was impossible to move these supplies through the forest and Mr. George had nothing with which to buy more. Until March, 1815, he remained, when, taking his family, which now consisted of a wife, three sons and three daughters, he moved to Bartlett. Mr. George felt very sad over abandoning his home in the intervale, and, although he lived twenty-four years longer, he never could bring himself to visit the spot again and see the, abandoned home. Thus Mr. George derived no benefit from the years of toil and hardship which he had put in here. For ten years the old George homestead was left to transient hunters, trappers and perhaps bandits. Yet its occupancy by the Georges had proved that, despite Chocorua's curse and the rigorous climate, human beings could exist here. In March, 1824, nine years after Mr. George had left, Mr. Amzi Russell, who had married the granddaughter of Austin George, moved into the old house and the settlement was begun in earnest; and never afterwards, up to the present, although time and again sorely tested, has it been entirely abandoned. The building was in a very dilapidated condition, having been used by rough men from time to time. The beautiful white-pine finishing had been ripped off by these vandals, who used the wood as fuel with which to cook their venison and keep themselves warm. The Russells had every reason to believe that the house had been used as a meeting-place by men who came from different parts of the country and who seemed well acquainted with the place. Evidently it had been a rendezvous for brigands who met here by agreement to divide their plunder or bury their treasure. A horse was discovered in the month of March by some of the Russells who were hunting. The family worked industriously on their farm and existed on what "garden truck" they could raise, which fare was supplemented by a plentiful supply of game. In 1833 the Russell brothers built a mill at the lower end of the intervale. Here they sawed lumber for the valley and made trips to Portland to haul lumber to market. At Portland they could procure supplies for their families. On these trips they would also bring back goods for the traders at Conway, and this helped to pay expenses. They managed to subsist by such activities and by farming. Happily and contentedly they lived, and made what improvements they could in addition to their regular tasks. Austin George had fourteen children, the first three of whom are buried in the Russell Cemetery in the Albany Intervale. Daniel George, a son of the pioneer, had a daughter, Eliza Morse George, who married Amzi Russell, son of Thomas Russell. Mrs. Russell lived to be over ninety years old. She kept a manuscript from which were taken not a few of the facts here recorded. The children of Amzi and Eliza Morse (George) Russell were Martha George Russell, who married Celon Russell Swett; Thirza Russell, who married Andrew J. Lord; Mary Russell, who died young; Ruth Priscilla Russell, who married Thomas Alden Colbath and lives in the historic old George homestead, and who for many years was Postmistress; and Flora Emma Russell, who never married. To Mrs. Colbath the present writer is deeply indebted for access to the Russell Manuscript and for letters supplementing the account given in said manuscript. Mrs. Colbath, as her acquaintances can testify, is a woman of superior intellectual ability and moral excellence, and scores of people, in many states, take pride in calling her their friend. The reason for writing so particularly about the George family is that not only have very reliable records been kept of the hardships endured, which hardships were typical of those necessarily endured by all the early families, but because Mr. George's long stay laid the foundation for a permanent settlement in the Albany Intervale. J old jack More About the Georges in Bartlett Old Jack of Passaconway - Expert trapper and guide. circa 1840 Chocorua's Curse and Burton Ail Disease: "May the Great Spirit curse you when he speaks in the clouds and his words are fire! May lightning blast your crops! Wind and fire destroy your homes! The Evil One breathe death on your cattle! May panthers howl and the wolves fatten on your bones!" Such, the legend tells us, were his final words. For long years thereafter, the area's small colony of hardy pioneers is said to have experienced a succession of devastating reverses of the kind Chocorua had named. According to one writer, "The tomahawk and scalping-knife were busy among them; the winds tore up trees, and hurled them at their dwellings; their crops were blasted, their cattle died and sickness came upon their strongest men." Wolf and bear raids on livestock were also blamed on Chocorua's curse. It is a matter of record that cattle in the town of Burton at the mountain's base did regularly sicken and die of a strange disease, which settlers attributed to Chocorua's malediction. The disease was known as "Burton's Ail," and in 1833 townspeople went so far as to change the town's name to Albany, in hopes of disassociating it from its reputation as a killer of cattle. (Fruitlessly, it would seem, since Benjamin G. Willey, writing his "Incidents in White Mountain History" more than 20 years later, reported that "to this day, say the inhabitants, a malignant disease has carried off the cattle that they have attempted rearing around this mountain." Ultimately, it was discovered that high concentrations of muriate of lime in the local water supply were responsible for the suffering and death of Albany's cattle. A simple antidote consisting of carbonate of lime administered in the form of soapsuds or alternatively, meadow mud, put an end to the problem. The cattle ailed no more, and the superstition died. curse willey Gilly - Fox - Willey gilly Late in the year 1777: Paul Jilly, Daniel Fox, Captain Samuel Willey , from Lee came and settled in Upper Bartlett. Sources say they located to the farthest end of town, which at that time would have been in the Chadbourne bequest. There seems to be little mention among local historical authors concerning Mr Jilly or Mr. Fox, other than shortly after their arrival their horses departed on their own for home in Lee. They never made it home becoming lost in the forests and it being winter, starved to death. The horses remains were found in the Spring. Jilly and Fox may have simply lived lives of quiet desperation...or perhaps contentment...performing no achievements of particular interest, like the majority of people. However a map dated 100 years later shows no mention of their names or next generation names in the location they settled. fox Captain Willey was the first to leave after his horse "took-off" for home in Lee shortly after their arrival. The Captain moved to Conway where he purchased a tract which he farmed. He lived there until his death in 1844 at age 91, the last of the remaining original inhabitants of that town. Captain Willey had a son, Samuel Willey Jr, who in the autumn of 1825 moved himself and his family into what would later become famous as The Willey House . It had been built earlier by a Mr. Henry Hill who operated it for a time as an Inn. It had been abandoned for several years when the Willey's moved in and they set about making improvements and added a barn, All was fine until in August of 1826 the well recounted event occurred known later as the Willey Slide , which devastated the family and ironically the event helped make the area famous as the story was reported in all the major city newspapers. If you don't know the story it can be found easily with a google search. The site became an historic site and drew many people from far away to visit the site. The mountain at which their house was located was named Mt. Willey in their honor. Sources: Incidents in White Mountain history - by Rev. Benjamin G. Willey https://www.ancestry.com › genealogy › records › levi-chubbuck_91882748 "The History of Carroll County", 1889, Georgia Drew Merrill brooklyncentre.com › trees › getperson Bartlett NH - In the Valley of the Saco - Aileen Carroll - 1990 Lucy Crawford's History of the White Mountains - circa 1860 REPRESENTATIVE CITIZENS OF The State of New Hampshire • BOSTON - NEW ENGLAND HISTORICAL PUBLISHING COMPANY 15 COURT SQUARE 1902 Early Settlers Stillings - Garland - Chubbick Emery - Pitman Hall - Pendexter - Tasker - Seavey George - Gilly - Fox - Willey Anchor 4 Mt Jefferson 1840

, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Hattie and Loring Evans Burial Site In Dec 2010 Robert Girouard, who donated these scans, went on a quest to find Loring and Hattie Evans burial site. HARDING CEMETERY Route 35 Standish, Maine 04084 Hello there Norman!!. Aww man if I would have had your Phone # with me I would have given you a buzz. We got to Auburn Maine. .what a mess Rt.95 was!!. It stopped snowing down my way late Sunday night. Monday Morning my wife and I drove right into the snowstorm that just left my area!!! Aaa!!. Well I told you I was going to do some hands on research on the Evans family!!. I hit pay dirt.....I didn't find John Joseph Green...But I found Loring S. Evans and Hatties resting place!!, Finally.. Somehow I stumbled into where Gordon L. Evans, his wife, and daughter are resting. Hit me kind of funny...why would Gordon be buried in the area his parents came from.....Standish, Maine right around Sabago Lake??? My hunch was right. Right there at Harding Cemetery in Standish Maine on Rt 35..Is Gordon L.Evans his wife Helen, Gordon's daughter Eleanor. and Loring S. Evans and Hattie. I hooped and hollered. My wife just called to me "Oh Yea"???? The snow was really deep. If John Green is there and he has a stone that's flat to the ground ..then I would never find it that day!!. Now back to Bartlett. Dec.29th.. .My GPS...RRRRrrrrr! took me to ECHO LAKE..Yes it wanted me to put my truck under water.... We went back to Auburn after that. Next day we left Auburn for good. Put Bartlett into my GPS....and no problem getting there. Well driving up and down Main St. looking for 1313 main...couldn't find it!. I did what us men never do; I listened to my wife and stopped off at "Bart's Deli" and asked..Where is the Library????. Ha..I was almost on top of it. I go to the school and there it is close to the road a sign pointing to the Library... boy did I want to put my head down and hide. My wife had such a good laugh at me. "Hey big research boy"? You can find about a person way back in the 1700's ..but ya can't find the Bartlett Library...Haaa my butt!. Well swallowed my pride walked up to the library door,ready to ask to feast my eyes on some Livermore stuff and wham!!. It's 10:30AM Library opens on Thursday @ 2:00PM. You know now Norman? My wife was in stitches...Wooo Haa!!! I looked at her and all I could see was this big Jackass with his teeth and all laughing at me!!! Well that was it. She said a few things while laughing ..like Hey Tuff guy??? You ever think of using your cell phone to call the Library and find out their hours???. Well we did have a great time. This will be something she will hit me with tonight for sure when the new year comes in!.. Well Norman let ya go. You and your family have a safe night and tell all my new pals of my adventures in Bartlett..Take care..Bob The photo I'm sending you I forgot I had. This is Herb Chase ..Station agent for the Crawford Notch Station . This photo is years later when he worked in Daggetts Chocolate factory in Cambridge Ma. Seems he always kept in touch with Ray Evans. Enjoy this Holiday picture..This is really really cool!! ..Bob. PS: See the photo of him on motor bike. HERB CHASE JASON Jason Veaudry sent us these photos of other Evans famly members and where you can find them. April 2025 Helen and Gordon: - Harding Cemetery, Standish, ME Mildred: - - Raymond Village Cemetery, Raymond, ME Raymond: - - St Margaret's Cemetery, Twin Mountain, NH Enola:- - Glenwood Cemetery, Littleton, NH Thanks to Jason Veaudry for providing this information.

, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Dundee Area If you looked on a map you might not find any such place as Dundee. But, you will find Dundee Road. It connects the Intervale area of Bartlett to Jackson Village. This "zoomable" satellite map can be found at https://mapcarta.com/22527250/Map Upper Bartlett Glen Area Cooks Crossing Goodrich Falls Jericho Intervale Dundee West Side Road Kearsarge Water windlas at a house on Dundee Road. circa 1940. From the town column in the April 4, 1895 issue of the North Conway Reporter: A little warmer at the present writing. E.A. and Daniel Dinsmore, who have been representing the Chicago Portrait Co., returned home Saturday night. G.F. Garland and Frank Locke are working for Walter Pitman. Mr. and Mrs. Nute are staying with Mr. and Mrs. James Garland this spring. There was an unknown man slept in Charles Gray's barn, one night last week. Mrs. E.M. Dinsmore visited her sons at Thorn Hill, last week. Mr. and Mrs. Parker of Lower Bartlett, are stopping at F.E. Littlefield's. Mr. and Mrs. W.H.H. Pitman visited at Chatham, last week. Rumor says that I.W. Hodge of Bartlett, will soon move his family back to his old home. Mrs. Catherine Andrews Hodge, wife of James H. Hodge, was born in Chatham, and died at her home here, the 15th of February. Mrs. Hodge had a shock two weeks before her death from which she never rallied. She was a great suffer to the end. The funeral was held the 17th, Rev. Andrews of Intervale, officiating; also the Intervale Choir was in attendance. Several beautiful wreaths of flowers were furnished by relatives. Mrs. Hodge was a very quiet woman, never going around much. She will be much missed in the neighborhood. She leaves a husband and two children, Mrs. Fred E. Littlefield of this place, and John W. Hodge of Bartlett. We extend sympathy to the relatives.

SECTION - G - H - I , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Charles Christopher (Chris) Gothreau — Charles Christopher (Chris) Gothreau, 74, died peacefully in his sleep at Mineral Springs nursing home in North Conway on May 30, 2009. Chris was born on Nov. 1, 1934, in North Conway to Christopher G. Gothreau and Alberta (Marcou) Gothreau. He attended schools in Bartlett and Berlin and graduated from Bartlett High School class of 1953. Chris was predeceased by his brother, Gilbert G. Gothreau, and is survived by his brother, John J. Gothreau, of Berlin, his stepsisters, Mary McDowell, of Hickory, Ky. and Clara Aliganga, of Tallahassee, Fla. He is also survived by his two children, Alberta (Beth) and Charles Jr., six grandchildren and one great-grandchild, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. He worked for many years at the New Hampshire State Hospital in Concord as a nursing assistant and later as an at home caregiver in Carroll County. Chris loved children and worked at Story Land in Glen as the character of Heidi’s grandfather, a role which he also played in real life. Chris founded and directed the Run for the Pie 5K footrace in Bartlett for several years, as well as a footrace at Story Land, to benefit the Angels and Elves’ program. Chris especially loved his role as Santa Claus for many events in the Mount Washington Valley, including last Christmas at a holiday skit at the nursing home where he lived. Chris was an avid Red Sox fan and recently said he wanted the Sox to win one more before he goes. The Patriots and all of the other New England sports teams were closely followed and enthusiastically supported by Chris. His family would like to thank the staff and residents of the Mineral Springs nursing home for their many years of care and friendship. A memorial service will be held at the Mineral Springs nursing home (formerly Sunbridge) in North Conway on Saturday, June 13, at 2 p.m., in the Bretton Woods dining room. Flowers may be sent to Mineral Springs and donations in memory of Chris to the recreational activities department at Mineral Springs, or to the Angels and Elves’ program are welcome. Linda Gaudette, of Bartlett, N.H., passed away at Maine Medical Center on Monday, Sept, 7, 2009. Linda passed peacefully early Monday morning after a heroic battle with illness lasting more than a year. She was 48 years old. She is survived by her loving husband Larry Gaudette, children Amy Mathews, Ashley Gaudette and Cody Gaudette, and grandchildren Tyler, Logan and Izabelle. Also mourning Linda's passing are siblings Scott Mathews (Fall Creek, Wis.), David Mathews (Bartlett, N.H.), Steven Mathews (Millis, Mass.), and Susan Mathews-Forni (Plainville, Mass.). Mrs. Gaudette was born Aug. 7, 1961, in Attleboro, Mass., to parents Joseph and Jean Mathews of Plainville, Mass. Her father, an engineer, worked in quality control for Texas Instruments. Her mother was an epic homemaker and, in addition to her own children, gently relegated authority to 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Linda was the third of Joseph and Jean's five children. She attended King Phillip High School in Wrentham, Mass., graduating in 1979. She met her husband Larry when she was 19 years old. They were introduced to one another by friends. They fell in love almost instantly and were married eight years later. Together, for 29 years, they experienced the changing scenes of a life in joyous companionship. Linda loved the company of her family and most of her hobbies centered around the people who were close to her. She enjoyed camping trips and afternoons at the oceanside, evening grilling sessions, and random yard sale raids. Linda was an avid bargain hunter and her family would lovingly testify she could smell a freshly hung clearance sign from three blocks away in a strong headwind. Few and far between were times Linda left the house without returning with some gift for someone, and her naturally giving nature made Christmas one of her favorite times of the year. Linda deeply enjoyed cooking for her friends and family, and her culinary skills were legendary. Her rejoicing in the smallest of things will be terribly missed. The family grieves, but with a joyous hope. Family members ask that you, too, rejoice with them as they celebrate the culmination and crowning achievement of her life. A memorial service for Linda will be held on Sunday, Sept. 13, at the Grand Summit Hotel and Conference Center. The remembrance is for all to attend between noon and 4 p.m. Any donations please direct to Jen's Friends Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 1842, North Conway, NH 03860. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Alice L. (Sullivan) Garland, 87, of Peabody, Mass. , died Saturday, Sept. 11, 2010 in Beverly Hospital, Beverly, Mass. She passed quietly with her daughter, Paula, and son-in-law, Bob, by her side, this after suffering multiple health issues over several years. Born in Bartlett on June 27, 1923 to the late Alexander E. Sullivan and Florence I. (LaForce) Sullivan she attended schools in Bartlett and South Portland, Maine. Alice was formerly employed as a ship fitter, building Liberty Ships at the West Yard in South Portland Maine during World War II. She also worked for many years running the school lunch program in Bartlett and kept us well fed with her great cooking. After locating to Massachusetts, Alice spent many years working for both the Colonial Country Club in Lynnfield and The Proctor House in Peabody. She is survived by her daughter, Paula L. Dalton and her husband, Robert, of Merrimack; son, Charles H. Garland and his wife, Joanne, of Cumberland, Maine; five grandchildren, Pamela J. McKenna and her husband, Steven, Dawn M. Little and her husband, Robert, Sherri A. Eskenas and her husband, Derek, Joseph A. Garland and his wife, Shannon, and Tammy M. Garland; seven great-grandchildren, Aimee and Christopher McKenna, Sydney, Christina and Abigail Little, Brandon and Matthew Eskenas as well as several nieces and nephews. Alice is predeceased by her bothers, George and Howard Sullivan, and sister, Marguerite Stonehouse. A memorial service will be held at Our Lady of the Mountains Church in North Conway Friday, Sept. 17, at 11 a.m. with internment in the Bartlett Cemetery immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers to the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at www.mspca.org or The American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA, 01701. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. --------------------------------------------BACK TO -INDEX- ---------------------- Rita H. Hill | INTERVALE -- Rita H. Hill, 82 , of Intervale died Jan. 6, 2011, at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. She was born in East Hampton, Mass., to George and Sophie (Fournier) Burl. She grew up in Manchester and moved to Intervale in 1972. She had been office manager for 15 years at State Mutual Insurance in Manchester. She married Brian M. Hill in 1972 and moved to Intervale where they owned and operated Hill's Florist for the past 38 years. She was a lay member of the Marian Movement of Priests in North Conway and Fryeburg, Maine, and belonged to the Marie Rivier Association in Berlin. The family includes her husband, Brian M. Hill of Intervale; a daughter, Celeste I. Beaudoin, of Manchester; two grandchildren; a sister, Joyce M. Turner of Bedford; a brother, Francis E. Burl of Weare; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her first husband, Armand Brunelle, in 1959. SERVICES: Calling hours are Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Furber and White Funeral Home, North Conway. The funeral is Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Our Lady of the Mountains Church, North Conway. Burial will be in Glen Cemetery, Glen. -------------------------------------------------------- Brian M. Hill, 83, of Intervale, N.H. , died suddenly on Friday, July 22, 2022, at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, N.H. Brian M. Hill Brian was born on June 14, 1939, in North Conway, N.H., the son of the late Arthur and Deborah Hill. He was a lifelong resident of the Mount Washington Valley. He grew up on Hill’s Farm which his family owned and operated for many years. He married Rita (Burl) Hill in 1972 and together they started Hill’s Florist in Intervale. Brian continued to own and operate Hill’s Florist for almost 50 years. Brian created beautiful floral arrangements over the years for his many customers. He was a devout Christian and was active in his church and community, including praying with sick friends and donating flowers to those in need. He was a hard worker and enjoyed farming his land and tending his greenhouses. He is survived by his stepdaughter Celeste Beaudoin and her husband, Paul, of Greenfield, N.H.; close friend Bilo Bell of Glen, and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife Rita; two sisters, Margaret Tilton of Franklin, N.H.; and Leona Belanger of Laconia, N.H.; and a brother Donald Hill of Intervale. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 11 a.m. in the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. Burial will be in the Glen Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours.----------__------------------ Albert E. Carter Jr., 94, of Bartlett, died Dec. 26, 2010 at Mineral Springs in North Conway. Born in Pitman, N.J. on June 13, 1916, the son of Albert and Reba (Smith) Carter, as a young man he worked in a butcher shop, delivered coal and lumber and worked for a local undertaker. Mr. Carter served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Hawaii from 1934 to 1938. He had been employed with the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard for thirty years as a electrician, worked at the Clover Motel in North Conway for fi ve years, worked at the former Heritage New Hampshire in Glen for 20 years and had been the Santa Claus for the Conway Scenic Railroad. Albert enjoyed making stained glass items and traveling across America, Alaska and Canada. He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Junior Zepp, of Glen; a son and daughter-in-law, Alan and Joyce Carter, of Toms River, N.J.; four granddaughters, Pam Carpenter, of Center Conway, Stephanie Skidmore, of Lakeland, Fla., Beth MacDowall and Amy Fernandes, both of Toms River, N.J. and fi ve greatgrandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife of 72 years, Ruth (Braddock) Carter, on Oct. 11, 2010. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. ------------------------------------------------BACK TO -INDEX- ------------------------------- Earl F. (Gib) Hill, 58, of Bartlett, passed away suddenly April 6, 2011. Born in North Conway on June 28, 1952, the son of Lester and Marilyn (Crouse) Hill, he attended grade school in Jackson and Kennett High School. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was employed by the Town of Denmark, Town of Brownfield and Hanson Trucking in East Conway and at the time of his death he was employed by the Town of Bartlett Highway Department for many years. He belonged to the Maine Draft, Mule and Pony Club as well as a past member of the Denmark Volunteer Fire Department. In his spare time, he could be found working in the wood pile, driving his ponies, haying and fourwheeling. He loved telling stories and his face would light up and a grin would appear from ear to ear. He loved telling stories especially about this moose hunting adventures in Maine and would not pass up an opportunity to go with others on their hunting trips. He had a passion for dancing and traveling. He never knew a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anyone. You couldn't help but like Earl, he just had that way about him. Most of all, he was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, brother-in-law and friend. We are all better people for knowing him. He was predeceased by his father, Lester Hill, in 1987. He is survived by his ex-wife and mother of his children, Brenda Snow Hill, of Denmark, Maine; his mother, Marilyn Hill-Chappee, of North Conway; two daughters, Laurie Snow and her two boys Caleb and Trevor, of Flint, Mich., and Samantha Gilmore and her husband, Joel, and their daughter, Morgan, of Denmark; two brothers, Raymond Hill and Timothy Hill and his wife, Ann, and a sister, Marcia Bailey and her husband, Vincent, all of Bartlett; and many niece and nephews. Visiting hours were Sunday, April 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. Graveside services was Monday, April 11, at 11 a.m. in the Glen Cemetery in Glen with the Rev. William B. Rose, Jr. officiating. Norman Joseph Head of Bartlett, N _H., loving husband of Kathleen Sullivan Head, died at home on Feb.4,2025-at the age of 80. Norman was born on July 5, 1944, and grew up, in the Town of Bartlett. He served his country in the U.S. Army's "Big Red One" during the Vietnam War. He was actively involved as a volunteer in many non-profits and served often in a leadership, role on almost every political body in the town. First licensed in 1974, he began his 50-year real estate career at Hamel Real Estate and joined Badger Peabody & Smith Realty (formerly Badger Realty) in 1981 with his wife and partner Katih1een Sullivan Head. He met Kathleen when she and her parents bought one of his listings, and they met at the closing. He was a former president of the White Mountain Board of Realtors and served for I O years as a dean and instructor for the Graduate Realtor institute. At Kennett High School, he competed in cross-country, alpine and ski jumping. His many years on ski patrol at Cranmore Mountain brought him many life-long friends. He served as president of the North Conway Country Club from 1989-94 and served on their board of directors. He served on the Bartlett school and planning boards and most recently as the vice chair of the Bartlett Zoning Board of Appeals, as well as town moderator. He was a former board member and supporter of the Bartlett Recreation Department. He was a huge .supporter and past president of the Bartlett Historical Society and was proud to cut the ribbon at the grand opening at the Bartlett History Museum last October. True to his interest in local history, he also served as a board member of the Jackson Historical Society. He spent many years fundraising for organizations close to his heart by organizing local golf tournaments, chairing the former American Cancer Society Golf Tournament, the former Attitash Bartlett Aspiration Compact golf tournament, the Bartlett Rec Department and the Bartlett Historical Society golf tournaments. Best known for his sense of humor and quick wit as well as his zucchini bread and fiddleheads, he leaves behind a legacy of service to his community and bonds with his friends near and far. Norman was predeceased by his parents William and Evalyn Gimber of Bartlett, N.H., and his brothers Jonathan M. Head of Wellesley, Mass., and David W. Head of Boston. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, his sister-in-law Mary Ann Head of Sherborn, Mass., his nephews Timothy S. Head and his wife Stacey of Boston, Daniel H. Head and his wife Katherine of Sherborn, Mass., and Stephen H. Head and his wife Sarah Rooney of Brooklyn, NY., along with his cherished grandnieces Meghan, Sadie and Gretchen Head of Boston and Natalie, Emily and Adalyn Head of Sherborn, Mass.; sister-in-law Jo Sullivan of Peabody, Mass., nephew Colin Boyd of Peabody, Mass., and nephew Peter Boyd of Lynn, Mass. and Brenna Ryder, Norman's godchild, of Boston. Norman and Kathleen are thankful for the loving care shown by Dr. Michael Curry of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center's Liver Center over the last 20 years and the good care and support he received from the VA. There will be a gathering of family and friends at a later date. Donations in Norman's memory may be made to the Bartlett Historical Society at P.O. Box 514, Bartlett, NH 03812, the Mount Washington Valley Ski Jumping Club, P.O. Box 592, North Conway, NH 03860 or Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, 330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215. Gothreau Gaudette AliceGarland RitaHill brianHill CarterAlbert GibHILL BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE John and Norman Head, mid 1950's HeadNorman Head Jonathan M. Head, 63, of Wellesley, Mass. and Chatham, Mass. , passed away May 19, 2011. Beloved husband for 40 years of Mary Ann (Hill). Proud father of Timothy Head and his wife Stacey of Boston, Daniel Head and his wife Katherine of Wayland and Stephen Head, of Brooklyn, N.Y. Devoted grandfather of Meghan and Sadie Head, of Boston. Also survived by brother Norman Head and wife Kathleen, of Bartlett. Predeceased by his parents Evalyn and William Gimber and brother David Head. He was a 1966 graduate of Kennett High School in Conway where he was a three-sport athlete — football, skiing and baseball — and 1998 inductee into KHS sports hall of fame. He was a 1970 graduate of Olivet College, Mich., where he was president of Phi Alpha Pi fraternity. Retired Sr. Acct, Ex. and Regional Director MetLife Group Regional Operations, Boston. Co-founder and principal of 21st Century Benefit Advisors, Inc. Longtime youth baseball coach and former president Wellesley Little League. Member Wellesley Country Club. In lieu of flowers the family requests honoring Jon’s 16 year battle with cancer with donations to esophageal cancer research at Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA, 02445. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 26, at 11 a.m. at the Wellesley Congregational Church at 2 Central Street in Wellesley. For online guestbook http://www.gfdoherty.com . Arrangements by George F. Doherty and Sons Funeral Home in Wellesley. -------------------------------------------BACK TO -INDEX- --------------------------------------- Laura "Dot" Dorothy Gerling died in Austin, Texas while visiting her daughter Diana, her son-in-law Juan Vasquez and her granddaughter Meredith Vasquez. She died on April 22, 2012. Dot was born August 2, 1931 in Queens, N.Y., the daughter of John and Laurie Dowling, who had immigrated to Long Island from the island of Saba in the Dutch West Indies. She grew up and attended school in Huntington, N.Y. In her early years she enjoyed hunting and fishing with her brothers and family friend Tom Brown. As a teenager she cared for and enjoyed riding her two horses, Caddy and Chuck. As a young adult she enjoyed traveling, driving to Florida and back (to Long Island). When Dot was 24 she "ran away from home" as her mother put it and drove alone to California, where stayed and worked as a cook for a year in the San Francisco Bay area. When she returned to Long Island in 1956 she met her future husband Robert "Bob" Gerling, who was just back from the Korean war. Bob was working at a local gas station, run by his brother-in-law Richard Geraghty, and the couple were introduced by Dot's brothers. They married in 1958. Their honeymoon in New Hampshire introduced them to their future. Driving south from Twin Mountain they drove into Bartlett, N.H., where in 1970 they would move with their three growing children, Diana, Lorna and David. In New Hampshire, Dot continued her love of horseback riding, with her next horse Christy. After a few years in Bartlett the family moved to Glen. While Bob had his own plumbing business, Dot worked in food service (at Silver Springs Restaurant in Bartlett, Attitash Ski Area, Red Parka Pub, Christmas Farm Inn and the Story Book Inn) as well as raising her three children. She enjoyed skiing, gardening and caring for her horses when not working. Bob passed away in 1992 and Dot worked as a home health care worker until she retired in 1996. At that time she moved to West Palm Beach Florida to be closer to her siblings. In 2004 she moved to St. Petersberg, Fla., and enjoyed life on her scooter in the sun with her siblings and friends. In 2007 she moved to Eaton, N.H. to live with her son David. While living with David she was able to participate in a deer hunt, which resulted in the harvesting of a six-point 196-pound buck. This was something she had always wanted to do. Dot's love of horses was passed onto her granddaughter Meredith who is an accomplished equestrian. Dot was predeceased by her daughter, Lorna; her husband, Bob; her brothers Gerald, John (Tommy) and David; and her sister, Nina. She is survived and missed by her son, David; her daughter and son-in-law Diana and Juan Vasquez; her granddaughter Meredith; her brother and sister-in-law William and Velma Dowling; her sisters Annie and Edna Dowling; her sister and brother-in-law Nora and Tom Brown; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law Richard and Emily Geraghty and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service at the Glen Cemetary will be held in the summer. An annoucement will be put in the paper. ------------------------------------------------------------------BACK TO -INDEX- -------------------------- L. Hamlin Greene, 95, of Glen passed away in his sleep on Feb. 11, 2015. Born on Sept. 23, 1919 in Presque Isle, Maine. He was educated at Kennett High School, University of Michigan, University of Vermont and Boston University Law School. After law school, he entered his law practice in North Conway and raised his family in the Mount Washington Valley. He was a district court judge, attorney, entrepreneur, real estate developer, landlord, philanthropist, mentor and friend to many in the valley. He leaves behind his son, William, of Center Conway; grandson, Forest, of Fryeburg, Maine; nephews, Arthur of Bedford and Richard of Meredith. He was predeceased by his father, Arthur A. Greene Sr.; mother, Bertha Greene; wife, Phylis Foster Greene; daughter, Susan Greene; and brother, Arthur A. Green Jr. There will be no calling hours and a private burial will be later this spring. Donations in Hamlin's name may be made to the North Conway Community Center or the Humane Society. Eunice H. Garland, 84, of Gilead, Maine, went home to our Lord on Jan. 2, 2015 after a long illness. She was predeceased by her Father, Frank Hill, and mother, Alice Colson, of Bartlett. Eunice grew up and spent most of her life in Bartlett. Her two sisters, Rowena, and Shirley, both predeceased her. She was a valued employee of Sky Valley Motel during the 1990's. Her sister Helen lives in Florida. She leaves two daughters, Mary Jay, of Inverness, Fla., and Betsy Chandler, of Berlin. There are many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even a great-great-grandchild, many nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed by so many. Her family wishes to say: "We all love you Mom and Gram, as she was lovingly known by so many." Jean Lois Garland, 84, of Bartlett passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, June 25, 2015, surrounded by family. Jean was born in Chicago to Henry and Hulda (Friberg) Ludgate and lived her entire life in Bartlett. She attended the Josiah Bartlett Elementary School and graduated from Bartlett High School. She earned a degree in library sciences from the University of New Hampshire and served as the town librarian at the Bartlett Public Library for 55 years, while also teaching courses in library skills to many generations of Bartlett students. Jean enjoyed photography, gardening, sewing, knitting, storytelling, reading, puzzles, and, most of all, spending time with her family. She was a lifelong advocate of learning who greatly contributed to the preservation of Bartlett and New Hampshire history. Jean was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Clifton R. Garland Jr. She was one of seven very close siblings, her twin sister Jeanette Kimbrough (m. Edward) of Columbia, S.C.; her sisters Louise Merrill (m. George) of Hampton Falls, Marie Blackburn of Alameda, Calif., and Audrey Helland (deceased) (m. Helge) of Norway; and her brothers Charles Ludgate (deceased) (m. Charline) of Kittery Point, Maine and John Ludgate (m. Judy) of Bartlett. She is survived by her five children: Cynthia Garland-Dore and her husband Steven Dore of San Antonio, Texas; Clifton R. Garland III of Crested Butte, Colo.; Douglas A. Garland and his wife Vicki Garland of Bartlett; John Henry Garland and his wife Dianne Hayes of Bartlett; and Lois Jean Garland and her husband Donald McLane of Twisp, Wash. She also leaves behind nine beloved grandchildren, Karissa McLane, Abigail McLane, Sam Garland, Hannah Garland, Lindsey Garland, Molly Dore, Addie Dore, Erik McLane, and Zoe Garner, as well as many dear nieces and nephews. A service in memory of Jean's life is scheduled for Thursday, Julyly 2, at 11 a.m. at the Bartlett Union Congregational Church. The service will be followed by a catered reception at the church for family and friends to gather and share memories. There will be no visiting hours. A family burial service will take place at a later date followed by a celebration of Jean's life. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the Bartlett Public Library (Friends of the Library in Memory of Jean Garland) or the Bartlett Union Congregational Church (Hulda Ludgate Memorial Fund). The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. To send a message of condolence, or for more information visit www. furber and white .com. Richard E. “Dick” Gonya, 82, of Glen died suddenly June 2, 2010 at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon. Born in Berlin on June 5, 1927, he was predeceased by his parents Arthur and Geraldine (Cavaganero) Gagnon. Dick had been employed as a dishwasher at the Memorial Hospital in North Conway and at Venetian Blinds in Manchester before moving to Connecticut. He worked at Pratt and Whitney as a machine operator on airplane engines for 35 years before returning to New Hampshire and working at Story Land for 32 years as a gardener. He also worked at Attitash Ski area during the winter season. Mr. Gonya was a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Navy, a lifetime member of North Conway American Legion Post 95 and a lifetime member of Francis P. Murphy V.F.W. Post 5386 in Bartlett. The family includes: his wife of 62 years, Barbara (St. John) Gonya of Glen; his son, John Gonya and his wife Elizabeth of Sunrise, Fla.; his daughters, June Bard and her husband Brian of Terryville, Conn., Joyce Thompson and her husband Jerry of Center Conway and Jean Perkins and her husband James of Bristol, Conn.; nine grandchildren, Bridget, Steven, Laura, John, Sr., Kurt Jr., Joshua, Richard, Cheryl and Samantha; 18 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Monday, June 7, 2010 at 2 p.m. in the Glen Cemetery with the Rev. Robert Novak, officiating. Visiting hours will be Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Margaret Grant, 82, of Glen, died July 11, 2010. The daughter of Herbert and Anna Burke, she was born in North Conway in 1927. She married Ervin Grant in 1945, and together they began running Grant’s store, now the site of the Red Parka Pub. In 1965 they built Grant’s Red & White at the intersection of Routes 16 and 302, and within a few years developed it into Grant’s Supermarket and shopping center. Mrs. Grant was pre-deceased by Ervin; her parents; brothers Herbert Jr., Gordon, and Stephen; and sisters, Geneva, Evelyn, and Anne. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Grant Bartlett; grandson, Stephen Whittier Jr. and his wife, Gaylen; great-granddaughter, Dalton Whittier; sisters, Opal Scaletti, Kathleen James, and Janet Sanphy; as well as many nieces, nephews, and close friends. At Mrs. Grant’s request there will be no services. A gathering of family and friends will be held at the Red Parka Pub on Saturday, July 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the Carroll County Visiting Nurses Association or the Bartlett Jackson Ambulance Service. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. Janet MacAllister Hounsell, 82, of Conway died on September 3, 2009 in Auburn, ME. Born October 2, 1926 in Canaan, VT, the daughter of Vonley T. and Rose Charest McAllister, she graduated from Lancaster Academy, Lancaster, NH and was employed as a telegrapher by the Western Union Tel. Co. before her marriage. She worked as a reporter-photographer for the now defunct North Conway Reporter from 1971 to 1983, when she retired. She also reported for and wrote a column for the Laconia Evening Citizen for several years. In her late years, she reported the Conway news and popular “Geezer” items for the Conway Daily Sun; her “I See by the Paper” appeared weekly in the Carroll County Independent. And Hill and Vales Tales” in the Berlin Reporter. She self-published a soft cover book, “Middle Age Spread” in the 1970’s. In 1998 she completed “Conway, NH, 1765-1997” for the Horne Book Committee of the Conway Historical Society. She was a member and officer of that organization for many years. She spent a great deal of time making spreadsheets of the graduates of Kennett High School 1924 through 2003 yearbooks, as well as listing births, deaths and marriages within Conway for the Conway Public Library’s archives. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Carl W. (Berk) Hounsell of Conway; son Ted C. Hounsell and daughter-in-law Janice Locklin Hounsell of Conway and daughter Carla Marie McAllister of New Gloucester, ME. She is also survived by beloved granddaughter Samantha L. Hounsell of North Conway and step granddaughters, Shawne Smith Bremges of RI and Tracy Smith of Portland, ME There will be a celebration of Janet’s life at a time to be announced. Donations may be sent to the Conway Historical Society, P.O. Box 1949, Conway, NH 03818 or the Conway Public Library in Conway in Janet’s memory. Ruth Marie Howard: Ruth Marie Howard, of Bartlett New Hampshire, passed away July 17th, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Born June 20th, 1956 in North Conway, Ruth became a lifelong resident of the Mount Washington Valley, settling in Bartlett with her family. She was a graduate of Kennett High school class of 1976. As a girl Ruth loved to ski and hike. She attended Camp Huckins, where she went on to become a counselor. She also spent time as a volunteer ski instructor at Cranmore and Attitash Mountains for many children in the valley, including her three beloved sons.Ruth worked for many years at White Mountain Oil and Propane in North Conway. She also worked at Grants Supermarket and several other local businesses in the Valley. It was her love of food that led her to open and operate the Prince Place at the Bernerhof Inn in Glen, NH. Although she enjoyed knitting, hunkering down with a good book, or spending time with her friends, it was cooking that was truly her calling and what gave her unimaginable joy. Nothing made Ruth happier than cooking for her friends and family. She will be remembered as a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her infectious laugh spread joy, and she welcomed any and all to her house and table, no questions asked.Ruth is predeceased by her mother Dorothy M. Howard and brother, James G. Howard. She is survived by her three sons, Benjamin Maxwell Prince, Christopher Howard, and Mark Seavey, her father, James Marrett Howard and Step-Mother Geraldine Howard of Bartlett, NH, her sister Margaret Howard Black of Navarre Beach, FL, brother Frederick Howard of Arlington, TX, sister Katherine Howard Fallon of Bel Air, MD, brother Paul Howard of Nederland, CO, sister Christine Howard of Fort Walton Beach, Fl. A celebration of her life will occur at Furber and White Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 19th, 2014 at 2 pm.Donations in Ruth’s honor may be made to: University of Maryland Medical System Foundation, Liver Transplantation Service, 110 S. Paca Street, 9th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. 410-328-GIFT (4438) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Index A - Z ------- Index A - Z - Janet Henn (Smith), 91, died Thursday, January 8, 2015, at her home in Bartlett, after a period of failing health. Born May 13, 1923 to George and Isabella (Bowie) Smith, Janet lived in Buckie, Scotland, a burgh town in Banfshire County, on the Moray Firth Coast. Her father was a commercial fisher and sea captain. Janet fondly remembered his stories of travelling the seas with his crew, aboard his boat, The Rose III, fishing the waters of France, Holland, and The Isle of Man. The family immigrated to America, with George arriving first, in 1928. He settled in Concord, and found work with the Concord School District. In 1929, Janet, her mother, and older sister Margaret followed, arriving via Boston, Mass., on the tourist ship Athenia. Janet affectionately recalled her childhood in Concord and family vacations on the seacoast. In particular, she remembered swimming at Hampton Beach State Park and the many times her father rowed the family to the Isle of Shoals, on a small, rented boat. Janet attended public school in Concord and graduated from Concord High School in 1941. She remained in the state capital, supporting the war effort as a federal government employee in the Office of Price Administration. Soon after, recruited by AT&T, she accepted an operator position, beginning a cherished phone company career. Promoted to chief operator of the Conway office in the 1950s, Janet relocated to the Mount Washington Valley. In 1964, at a bingo game, she caught the eye of the game's caller, decorated World War II veteran, Albert C. Henn. After a small wedding ceremony in Concord later that year, they lived in Bartlett. She retired from AT&T in 1974, and then worked seasonally for Bob Morrell, at her beloved Heritage New Hampshire. As Mr. Morrell's employee, Janet, along with Albert, and, occasionally, Margaret, enjoyed vacations to Disney World Florida and New York's Catskill Mountains. An avid newspaper reader, Janet closely followed local and state events in the Union Leader and NH Sunday News. As a retiree, she enjoyed shopping in North Conway and daily errands in Bartlett Village. Janet dined out frequently, choosing locally owned and operated restaurants. She especially liked the Scarecrow Pub and the Glen Junction; over the years, she was a regular patron of each, and treated very well by owners and staff of both establishments. Janet was an adventurous diner; an attempt to try every area restaurant took her around the Mount Washington Valley and beyond, including Eaton, Gorham, Hart's Location and Fryeburg, Maine. Most recently, Janet lived comfortably at home with the support of her attentive care givers, the North Country Angels of Berlin. Friends and neighbors will miss her signature holiday toast, a quote from the great Scottish poet Robert Burns: "Some hae meat and canna eat, And some wad eat that want it, But we hae meat and we can eat, And sae the Lord be thankit." Husband Albert C. Henn died in 2003 and Margaret Smith in 2004. There are no calling hours. A graveside service will be held in May at the Catholic Cemetery in Bartlett. -------------------------------------------------------------BACK TO -INDEX- --------------------------------------- Lucille L. Hatch, 75, of Intervale died Jan. 2, 2016 . Lucille passed away peacefully in her home of 50 years that she currently shared with her daughter, Cathy. Lucille was born at Memorial Hospital in North Conway on July 11, 1940, to the late Elizabeth Catherine (Hodge) and Horace Emery Lufkin. She resided on Green Hill Road in Jackson during her childhood. As a young girl, she lived with her mother, Betty, and stepfather, Vincent Abbott. As a teenager, she formed an extremely close bond with her aunt Patrica Roberts, who lived in her grandmother Catherine Hodge's homestead on Green Hill. Lucille grew up considering cousins Larry and Micheal Clemons as brothers. Lucille married her soulmate Harold Vernon Hatch on Oct. 14, 1958, at the residence of his grandparents, Neil and Reba Crouse in Intervale. As a young couple, they lived in Bedford for a short time, returning to Intervale to make their home March 3, 1965, with their three children. Lucille did many jobs as a young woman over the years at the many restaurants and inns of Jackson. She started her own cleaning business called the country house keepers with the help of friend Dee McClave. In the early 1970s, she owned and operated the Jackson Village Store, currently Yesterday's Restaurant. She was well known for the homemade bread that was baked by her at the store. Lucille was bail commissioner for the state of New Hampshire for 30 years, serving Conway, Jackson and Bartlett police departments. Lucille was of justice of the peace, preforming weddings in many odd places over the years. At the time of her retirement, she had worked for Scott Perkins Plumbing & Heating for serveral years. Lucille enjoyed many outdoor activities with her family through the years. She loved spending time at her family camp on Lake Umbagog for 30 years. She was a member of the Mount Washington Valley Old Car Club and a past vice president of the club. She became a snowbird after retirement, enjoying many bingo games and learning to play darts at her winter home in Sebring, Fla. Lucille was predeceased by her husband harold of 48 years in September of 2006; grandson Fred N. Hatch in February of 2007; and brother Dennis Lufkin in April of 2009. Lucille leaves behind her daughter and friend, Catherine, of Intervale; her son, Robert Sr., and wife, Elizabeth Hatch, of Madison; her son, Fred, and wife, Pamela, of Tamworth; her grandson, Robert Jr., and wife, Kimberly, of Madison; her granddaughter, Melissa Hatch of Madison; her granddaughter, Amanda, and husband, Troy Theberge, of South Portland; her great-grandsons, Riley Severy, Austin Hatch and Chase Harold Vernon Hatch of Madison; her brother, Terrence P. Abbott and family of South Carolina; as well as many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 16, at 11 a.m. at the First Church of Christ Congregational, with Rev. Gilman E. Healy, pastor, officiating. Calling hours will be held Friday, Jan. 15, at Furber and White Funeral Home from 6 to 8 p.m. In lien of flowers, you can make a contribution in Lucille's memory to Visiting Nurse Home Care and Hospice or Gibson Center, where she formed many friendships. There will be a social gathering following the funeral at the Salyards in Conway. Come share memory, as large gatherings were very special to Lucille. Burial will be in Kearsarge Cemetery in the spring. Arrangements are in the care of Furber and White Funeral Home. Sandra Jean (Fisher) Guptill passed away in her home with her beloved sidekick Maggie May by her side on May 2, 2019. Sandy is the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret Fisher. She was born in Arlington, Mass., on April 19, 1949. Her attraction to the White Mountains started with coming up with friends to the Carlson's camp. It is there, she met many of the locals and lifelong friends. Being the ex-wife to the late Clinton M. Guptill was the reason her journey started here in the White Mountains and the valley. Many memories and friends were made while working at Clint's Mobil gas station. Rumor has it people would come miles just to have her pump their gas and wash their windows. She wasn't born a local but definitely became a native in her heart and mind. She is survived by her daughter, Christina Renee Guptill of Center Conway, N.H. Sandy's job at Attitash ski shop owned by Richard Jones became the backbone to her daughter's ability to become a world-class athlete. Her high hopes, strong work ethic and support became one of the foundations that helped put her daughter on the U.S. Ski Team. Sandy was her daughter's number one fan and could be seen at many ski races mentally making the turns for her daughter to make it to the finish line. Sandy, also known as Nana, is additionally survived by her two loving grandchildren, Ashleigh and Tucker Estes of Center Conway. They were the center of her world. In every sense, they became the music and dance in her heart and soul from the moment they were born. Sandy may have been small in stature but was larger than life in every sense. Her great smile, witty humor and slightly outspoken pay-it-forward nature will be missed by the many who were fortunate enough to meet her or call her a friend. In her eyes, time was the most important possession we have. To honor Sandy, in lieu of flowers, pay it forward as she would have done. Give your time, help and support to a stranger in need, a friend or animal at our shelters. This was one of her greatest contributions to this valley, and in her heart would be the one thing she would love to be carried on. Sandy was a valley original. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends who had the opportunity to share a smile or a laugh. Services will be Monday, May 13. Visiting hours will be 10 a.m. to noon at Furber and White in North Conway, N.H. A graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. at the Jackson Cemetery in the Guptill plot. Gerling HAMGreene Eunice JeanGarland Gonya MargaretGRANT Hounsell HowardRUTH HennJanet HatchLucille SANDYg BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE EVAgrant Eva Marie Grant, 96, of Glen, NH passed away at the Merriman House in North Conway on January 26, 2020. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward Hanscom Grant, her sister Mary Chatalian of North Providence, RI, her brothers, Lawrence Bello of North Providence, RI and John Bello of Cranston, RI, and her daughter-in-law, Darlene Grant of Glen. Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Eva graduated from Classical High School in Providence, Magna Cum Laude from Brown University with a Bachelor of Arts degree, and Cum Laude from Syracuse University with a Master's in Library Science. She also held a certificate of computer literacy from the College of Lifelong Learning. She worked at the John Hay Library at Brown University and in the catalog department of the Hamilton Smith Library at the University of New Hampshire. She was the librarian for the North Conway Public Library, the College for Lifelong Learning, and Granite State College. Perhaps best known, however, Eva was the Kennett High School Librarian for over 25 years. During World War II, she worked at the Shipyard in Rhode Island in the Draft Deferment Department where she made casings for booby traps. Eva first came to the Valley one summer while she was in college to work at the Eagle Mountain House. There, she met her future husband, Edward Hanscom Grant, at a dance. Eva served as tax collector for the Town of Bartlett, was an active member of the PTA, the Emblem Club, and Olii (Osher for lifelong learning). Eva was the epitome of a lifelong learner, both taking courses and teaching well into her 80s. An athlete, Eva was a member of the Brown University basketball team as a forward, and she played golf, tennis, and Nordic skied. In fact, she regularly played golf at the Eagle Mountain House golf course until she was 85. Eva is survived by her sons, Robert Paul Grant and his wife Nancy Morris of North Conway and Scott Anthony Grant and his wife Anne Kroger Grant of Glen, her daughter, Karen Marie Mirkovich and her husband David of Lakeridge, Virginia, granddaughters, Teresa Greco and her husband Brian of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Jade Marie Grant and Amber Ryan Grant, both of Glen, and great grandson, Colin Greco of Chapel Hill, North Carolina as well as many nieces and nephews in Rhode Island. A funeral mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at 11:00am at Our Lady of the Mountains Church in North Conway followed by a reception at the Red Parka Pub (original location of Grant's General Store until 1965). Burial at the Glen Town Cemetery will be in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Eva's name to either the Merriman House, 3073 White Mountain Highway, North Conway, NH 03860 or Jen's Friends, P.O. Box 1842 North Conway, NH 03860. Arrangements by Furber & White Funeral Home. ========================================= Donald F. Hill, 75, of Intervale died July 25, 2019 at the Maine Medical Center in Portland, Me. Born in North Conway, the son of Arthur and Deborah Hill, he was a lifelong resident of the Mt. Washington Valley. He was a graduate of Kennett High School, Class of 1962, in Conway and he served in the US Army with the Military Police in Italy. Donald had been employed at the North Conway post Office, was manager of the Conway Liquor Store and prior to retirement he worked at Walmart in North Conway. He was a proud member of the National Rifle Association. The family includes: his brother, Brian M. Hill of Intervale and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday July 29, 2019 at 10 a.m. at the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. There will be no visiting hours. Burial will be in the Glen Cemetery. =====================================-BACK TO -INDEX- ========= Holly Huhn, 67, of Kearsarge died on July 30, 2019, ending her long journey with Dementia with Lewy Bodies. The journey was unwanted, yet it was traveled with grace. Holly was born in Wilmington, Delaware, the daughter of Charles and Roberta Huhn. Holly lived for a while in Decatur, Georgia, before returning to Delaware, where she completed her secondary education and then graduated from the University of Delaware with a degree in Art. She worked for a while in California, serving as a technical artist in the oil exploration industry, but before long returned to the East Coast to be closer to family. She moved to New Hampshire about 1978, finding her place in the White Mountains. Holly worked for a number of local businesses, including the Christmas Farm Inn, the predecessor to HEB Engineers, Grant’s and Shaw’s, but found a niche in outdoor retail. She felt proud to have worked at the classic Eastern Slope institution, Carroll Reed, and went on to work for more than twenty years for L.L. Bean in North Conway, where she enjoyed the company, her co-workers, and her customers, and the opportunity to share some of what she had learned in her outdoor pursuits with them. Holly was active in the outdoors in several ways. She was a dayhiker, and hiked many times up Mount Kearsarge, her neighborhood mountain, at any time of year. She enjoyed mountain biking on the local trails and forest roads. While she enjoyed cross-country skiing, she was a serious and quite capable and stylish downhill skier, most of all enjoying the trails, the views, and the fellow skiers at Wildcat. While she volunteer patrolled there for one winter, and did some teaching there, too, most of all she loved to just ski there, savoring the joy of “flight without wings.” Holly was also a very skilled gardener, and always invited friends and acquaintances to share some of the perennials that did so well under her caring and hard-working hands. Holly volunteered for a number of local organizations from time to time, including the Mount Washington Observatory and Tin Mountain Conservation Center. She served for many years on the local Red Cross Disaster Response Team. She was a generous blood donor, and gave blood more than 100 times, receiving her 14 gallon pin from the Red Cross. Only her illness prevented her from giving more. Holly’s cheery smile, positive outlook, innate enthusiasm, and occasional chuckle will be deeply missed by family and friends, and by others whose lives she also touched. Holly leaves her husband, Peter Crane, of Kearsarge, to whom she was inexpressibly dear; a brother, Ted Huhn of Elkton, Maryland; several nieces and nephews; a brother- and several sisters-in-law; and many beloved cousins. She was predeceased by her parents and by a brother, Christopher Huhn, of New Hope, Pennsylvania. Holly’s family would like to thank the capable staff and remarkably generous volunteers of the Visiting Nurse, Home Care, and Hospice of Carroll County, P.O. Box 432, North Conway, NH 03860. It was their compassion and dedication which made it possible for her to end her days at home. Visiting hours will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 8 at Furber and White Funeral Home, 2925 White Mountain Highway, North Conway NH. There will be a potluck gathering for family and friends at a later date. "And there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away." EAlfreda P. Garland, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at home on Jan. 1, 2020. The task of condensing the essence of any life into a few words is daunting. “Freddi” was born in Boston on April 13, 1938. She was adopted by her new parents, Averill and Gladys Pettengill when she was 8 years old and was an only child. She grew up in different towns in Mass., and her family settled in Wolfeboro, N.H., after her father left his plant manager job. They founded Pettengill Construction and Real Estate office. She accompanied her parents as they sold, appraised and built homes around the Lake Winnipesaukee area. She attended Carpenter Elem and then Brewster Academy, which she remembered fondly her entire life. After a year at a junior college in Vermont, she went back home to work locally at “Uncle Ed’s.” She then found her way to Bartlett, N.H., and “The Woodshed” belonging to Evie and Bill Gimber. It was another small cozy eatery that became family, which introduced her to her first husband, Harvey M. Tebbetts of Bartlett. He then re-joined the Army, and before they left, they had their first child, Valerie. The Army sent them on a worldwide tour for 20 years of his service. They lived in Arizona, Taiwan, where their son Michael was born; Maryland, where their daughter Lynne was born; duty stations in Japan; Vietnam (when the family came back to N.H.); California; Germany; Vietnam again; and Massachusetts rounds out the years in the Army. She was an amazing stay at home mom and cook, and an avid and strong 10-pin bowler for years. Retirement brought them back to New Hampshire, and she and Harvey owned a food truck that served the valley from Bartlett, and she also enjoyed working at a furniture store in Conway. She would work for years at Carroll Reed in North Conway on the floor thoroughly enjoying learning about ski equipment and meeting customers for clothing sales. Her first husband passed away in 1979, she met and eventually married Richard A. Garland. They made their home in Bartlett. With Dick, she not only did the book work and helped in other capacities actually managing some heavy equipment time for the corporation they owned and operated as the landfill in Bartlett. She very much enjoyed working at Jack Frost in Jackson. She always had matching jewelry to her clothes and shoes and loved to dress for work. She frequently was designated driver to and from different bingo venues with friends, and loved to snowmobile and was active in church suppers making her delicious cheesecake. Sadly, she found herself widowed again in 1987. Some time later, she met Gene Black, most recently of North Conway, who became her loving companion for 29 years. She moved to Bridgton, Maine, to be closer to a daughter and grandchildren. She and Gene spent many happy years going for drives, out to eat and shopping. In these last few months, he was instrumental in her daily life, driving over at least weekly ensuring she had all her errands accomplished and he survives and mourns her loss. She is also survived by Valerie and her husband, Rick Miller, of Bridgton; grandson, Jarrod Blake and his son, Dylan; granddaughter, Erica Kollander and her husband, Forrest, and their children, Valerie and Cameran; Michael Tebbetts and his wife, Denise, and their daughter; her granddaughter, Amanda; Lynne Tebbetts and her son, Preston, and his partner, Kaitlyn and their son, Wyatt; her son, Parker has a son, Malachai with Lilith. She also enjoyed many generations of much loved cousins from her husbands’ families, who are spread across the country. Her wish was for cremation, and a memorial service will be held at Furber and White funeral home in North Conway on Monday, Jan. 13, at 1 p.m. Her loving cat has now found a new home with Valerie’s family. As she and other pets throughout the family were adopted from Harvest Hills in Fryeburg, the family requests if a token of remembrance is desired may they direct it toward that or their local animal shelter to allow them to continue their work. Hon. Franklin George, aged 76. One of the pioneers of this town, was called from midst Oct. 12,1907 at noon. He bad been in poor health for a number of years when finally pueumonia did its fatal work. He was born to Franklin and Comfort (Tasker) George, July 24, 1831, and united in marriage with Miss Mary Seavey of Conway, Jan. 20, 1859. For many yeais they run the Bartlett House in which they prospered. It was on his farm nearly all the village is built. Mr. George was a sturdy man, quiet, unassuming and possessed those qualities that secured confidence in all who knew him. Politically he was a democrat and served in all principal town offices, being a number of terms elected representitive. He was one of the members of the Mt. Washington Lodge of A .F . and A .M . at North Conway, also an honored member of the Osciola Lodge, I O. O. F. jn this village. Mr. George Is survived by his widow, one daughter, Miss Della George, four sons, C. H . and W . S. G io ge of this village; B . F. and J. O. George of Portland ; also one Bister, Miss Mary George. Rev. A . T . Hillman spoke words of comfort to the bereaved family.* Mrs. B. L. Richardson, Mrs. H. R. Withee and L A . Dunbar furnished music. After the Masonic order held their service, he was laid to rest in the family lot in the village cemetery. The floral offerings were beautiful and many. == ======INDEX=== = Clarence Herbert George ended his battle with Alzheimer’s on April 26, 2020, passing peacefully at his home in Bartlett, N.H., surrounded by loved ones. Bert was born July 23, 1944, and was raised in Bartlett Village in “the Valley of the Saco.” He worked in his parents’ store, The What Not Shop when required, but most of all enjoyed being outdoors in the mountains, hiking, hunting, fi shing and camping. Bert attended Josiah Bartlett Elementary and was in the fi rst Bartlett class to attend Kennett High School in Conway. At Kennett, he played football, basketball and baseball under the coaching influences of KHS legends Karl Seidenstuecker, Lou Del’Asandro, Gordon Mann and Dave Davidson. While at KHS, he met his future wife, Greta Durgin (a North Conway girl). Bert continued his education at UNH, played football for four years, became an ATO brother and earned a BS degree in biology. He and Greta married and upon graduation in 1966 he was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the Air Force, making it their career for the next 21 years. Bert’s career started in Sacramento, Calif., where he earned his Navigator Wings, flying C-141 and C-5 Airlift/Transport and lived his dream of traveling the world. He flew reconnaissance missions in Vietnam, and then received a station of choice to Elmendorf AFB, in Anchorage, Alaska, where he was an instructor navigator for Air Search and Rescue. In Alaska, he reconnected with his love for the mountains and outdoors and took every opportunity to expose his family to his passions. Bert earned a master’s degree in business, while attending Command Staff School in Montgomery, Ala. His next move was into recruiting, where Bert became Commander and Professor of the ROTC program at UMO in Orono, Maine. He then went on to director of recruiting at Norton, AFB in San Bernardino, Calif. His last station was to Homestead AFB, in Homestead, Fla., as the Commander of the Water Survival School (the Air Force Navy). Bert, Greta and family moved 18 times in their 21 years. Upon retirement in 1987 they came back to home base, Bartlett Village. Once home, Bert reconnected with friends and family, his favorite fishing holes, hiked the local favorites and continued being a big Red Sox fan. Bert was on the Bartlett School Board, treasure of the Bartlett Water Precinct, treasurer of the Bartlett Congressional Church, a member of the Francis P. Murphy VFW, (active committee member in the establishing of the Hodgkin’s Park Veterans Memorial); he kept a close ear to the ground and as some close friends would say the “unofficial mayor” of Bartlett Village. Bert had a big heart and was always ready to help or give advice the joke being, whether you wanted it or not. The George Family settled in Bartlett in the early 1800s and Bert took every opportunity to orally pass on the history of Bartlett thru storytelling to anyone and everyone who would listen. He was an avid reader and would spend hours pondering over old ledgers and reading old journals. He has been known to pick up hitchhiking Appalachian Trail thru hikers, invite them for a meal, give them an oral history lesson on Bartlett and then drive them back to the trail head. It was his last mission to make sure Bartlett continues to be “the greatest little town,” and he was instrumental in establishing the Bartlett Historical Society. Bert is survived by his wife of 56 years, Greta Durgin George and their two children, Jessica George Spaulding, her husband, Mark Spaulding; and Franklin H. George and his wife, Tammy Bronejko; five grandchildren, Brooklenn A. McGaffi gan and her husband, Andrew McGaffi gan; Comfort S. George; Justin Bialowas; Larissa S. Vallet and her husband, Florian Vallet; and Donovan K. Spaulding; and five great grandchildren, Rylie M. McConkey, Harvey D. Vallet, Matteo B. Vallet, Brayden J. McGaffigan and Mazzalynn L. McGaffi gan. He is also survived by his older brother Benjamin F. George and his wife, Barbara B. George; and a younger sister JoDell G. Coulliard and her husband, John A. Couillard; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Bert’s longtime wish was to remain at home with family and friends. For this to happen, the family would like to thank Bobbi Broemme for her wonderful care and friendship during our time of need. She was the right person to assist with the wishes of both Bert and Greta. We would also like to thank Visiting Nurses Home Care and Hospice of Carroll County for their nurses and support staff. A tentative date of July 17 has been set for a celebration of Bert’s life. Arrangements are being made by Furber and White Funeral Home. In lieu of flower please consider donations to the: Bartlett Historical Society PO Box 514 Bartlett, NH 03812 or to Visiting Nurses Home Care and Hospice of Carroll County PO Box 432 N. Conway, NH 03860. _______________________________________________________________ Benjamin Franklin George was born on Dec. 30, 1939, in Medford, Ore., to the late Franklin and Elmeda George, and he passed away at the age of 81 on March 14, 2021, in Stockton, Calif. At the age of 6, his family moved back to Bartlett, N.H., where his father’s family lived. Ben attended Bartlett schools, and graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1961. Having been part of the ROTC program, he was commissioned as a 2nd Lt. that year and spent his military service with the USAF in Duluth, Minn., Murphy Dome, Alaska, and Montgomery, Ala., in the NORAD program. Following his military career, and guided by his love of plants and gardening, he took advantage of the GI Bill and furthered his education with an MS degree at UNH, then earned his Ph.D at Cornell, majoring in plant science and plant genetics. Ben spent the majority of his career (32 years) with the H.J. Heinz Co., initially as a plant breeder, then as the Agriculture Research Manager for HeinzSeed. He loved his family, his job, and the people he worked with. In retirement, he wrote a family genealogy, and joined the SICL Writing Club where he wrote poetry and short stories. He also enjoyed gardening, especially growing tomatoes. He was a member of SIRS No. 46, and the Weber Point Coffee Club. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Barbara; daughters, Becky (Tom) Whitesides of Linden, Calif.; and Karen (Rob) Lorenz of Santa Rosa, Calif., and was preceded in death by his son, Daniel, and his brother Bert George. He is also survived by his sister Jody Couillard (Andy) of North Hampton, N.H.; his sister-in-law Greta George of Bartlett, N.H.; and his much loved grandchildren, Christopher and Anna Whitesides; Ryan and Jackson Lorenz; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Lincoln Presbyterian Church at 900 Douglas Road in Stockton, Calif., on April 9 at 1 p.m and also online at youtu.be/iKYMDFOIZs. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Lincoln Presbyterian Church, or the charity of your choice. Our family would like to express gratitude for the love and support of friends and the staff at Somerford Place during the years Ben struggled with Alzheimer’s disease.__________------------------ _ Geraldine E. Howard, 83, of Bartlett passed away on May 12th, 2015. Geri was born June 3, 1931 in Dorchester, MA, the daughter of Gerald and Marguerite (Clauss) Booden, both deceased and grew up in Upham�s Corner in Dorchester MA. Geri is survived by her husband James M. Howard of Bartlett NH. She is pre-deceased by her first husband Clarence H. Shepard Jr. and survived by their four sons: John F. Shepard and his wife Ann F. Shepard of Plymouth, MA, Peter Shepard of Springfield NJ, Christopher Shepard of South Boston MA, and Brian Shepard of Bartlett NH. Geraldine also is survived by four grandchildren Kate A. Shepard of Plymouth MA, Melissa M. Shepard of Plymouth, MA & her fianc� Dan Meyer of New York; Taylor A. Shepard and Benjamin T. Shepard of Westfield NJ. She also leaves behind her extended family including Peg Black and her husband Bob; Kate and Marty Fallon; Paul and Connie Howard; Fred Howard; and Christine Howard. Geri worked St. Margaret�s Hospital and then at Raytheon as a payroll manager, before raising her four children. She later served as Managing Director of the Woodbriar Retirement Home in Falmouth MA. She loved decorating her house which was always magazine worthy and she also loved gardening. Geri and Jim also volunteered at the Gibson Senior Center delivering Meals on Wheels. She loved spending time with her friends but especially her family and will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be held Thursday May 21, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of the Mountains Church in North Conway. There will be no visiting hours. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. To send a message of condolence, or for more information visit www.furberandwhite.com_ _ James M. Howard, 94, of Bartlett, N.H., passed away peacefully at Forest View Manor in Meredith, N.H., on April 24, 2018. Jim was born July 7, 1923, in Portland, Maine, to Hilda Marrett and E. Newton Howard. He attended Bartlett Schools and was a veteran of World War II, seving in the Army Air Corps. Upon his return from Word War II he became a commissioned agent for the Texas Co., selling Texaco Petroleum Products and heating oils throughout the Mount Washington Valley. Jim operated Howard's Texaco in Bartlett for many years, where many of Jim's friends and accomplices would discuss local happenings. His business expanded to the Lakes region and beyond over the years. Jim served on the Bartlett School Board, Bartlett Village Water Precinct, Carroll County YMCA and the Bartlett Fire Department. He is survived by his children, Margaret Black of Navarre, Fla.; Katherine Fallon of Bel Air, Md.; Paul Howard of Nederland, Colo.; and Christine Howard of Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; 11 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren; two brothers, Benson Howard of Bartlett; and Daniel Howard of Mesquite, Texas; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife of 49 years, Dorothy Howard; his sons, James and Frederick; and his daughter, Ruth Howard Prince and his sister, Jean Jenkins. He was again predeceased by his second wife, Geraldine Shepard in 2015. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 4, at 11 a.m. in the Bartlett Union Congregational Church in Bartlett with Geraldine Tilton, officiating. There will be no visiting hours. Burial will be in the Garland Ridge Cemetery in Bartlett. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. Donations may be sent to the Bartlett Fire Fighters Association, P.O. Box 104, Glen, NH 03838. To send a message of condolence, or for more information go to furberandwhite.com . ++++++++++++++++++++++++-BACK TO -INDEX- ++++++++ RoseMarie Hayes, 78. A lifelong native of Bartlett, N.H., passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020, after a short illness. What can you say about a person who always put everyone else first? Her beloved grandfather nicknamed her Tootsie. If you knew Tootsie, you know that she was one of the kindest, sweetest, most generous and caring people. Not to be underestimated, she was like a mother black bear when she thought her family was being attacked. She never wanted to be the center of attention, but was at the center of people’s lives regardless, a constant in this crazy world. RoseMarie’s greatest achievement is her legacy of four sons, six grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. She was always so proud of her family’s accomplishments, always excited to find out what was going on in their lives. She never failed to look for her grandchildren’s names in the paper when the honor roll list was released and made sure to call and congratulate them. At family gatherings, she had a way of making everyone there feel special, making a point to talk with each of them individually. Every Christmas, Tootsie made special baked goods to deliver to her sons’ families. Cookies and pies galore. She loved to carry on old family recipes, preferring to serve good old fashioned dishes like baked beans, meatloaf and peas in milk. She sent her grandchildren cards for every occasion — not just birthdays, but also Valentine’s Day, Saint Patrick’s Day, Easter and Halloween, often including a few of her hard-earned dollars, timing the mail so they would arrive on exactly the right day. RoseMarie was a talented knitter and embroiderer. She hand-knit customized Christmas stockings for each member of her family. And every grandbaby was given one of her signature hand-knit sweaters and matching hats. RoseMarie lived a life tested by hardship. Orphaned at an early age, she was primarily raised by her grandparents. Her own mother, Grace Kenny, an orphan herself, came to work at the old Bartlett Hotel, where she met Rosemarie’s father. In 1942, RoseMarie was born. When she was still a child, she lost her mother to tuberculosis and moved in with her grandparents in the center of Bartlett Village. At age 16, RoseMarie became smitten with a man in an Army paratrooper uniform at a Bartlett parade. This was David Hayes, to whom she would be married for 60 years, until death did they part. From helping her grandmother run a boarding house to working at the old White Mountain Inn in Jackson, RoseMarie began a life of hard work at a young age. As an adult, she worked at the Bartlett Peg Mill and, later, as a bookkeeper in the office at Carroll Reed’s Ski Shop. She used her bookkeeping ability to operate several successful businesses with her husband, beginning with a drilling and blasting operation. They later opened the Bartlett Country Store and Restaurant, including a much needed arcade and youth center, and eventually founded Valley Taxi. She and her husband closed the taxi business upon his retirement, but RoseMarie was far from ready to stop working, finding a job instead at the Bartlett Post Office and later as a school bus driver for the Bartlett School District until finally retiring at age 70. She also held the honorary title of the longest continuous member of the Bartlett VFW Ladies Auxiliary, having joined at the age of 16. And notably, RoseMarie was a member of the last graduating class of Bartlett High School. RoseMarie was predeceased by two sons, Steven and Glenn. She is survived by her husband David of Bartlett; two sons, Scott Hayes of Bartlett; and Jeff Hayes of Jackson, N.H.; her daughters-in-law, Cynthia and Ishi Hayes; her grandchildren, Joshua, Ian, Carolyn Marie (Camie), Matthew, River, and Riley Hayes; three half-sisters, Linda Hayes Karlin of Florissant, Colo.; Cathy Hayes-Blake of Bartlett; and Dianne Hayes of Bartlett; seven great-grandchildren; and many, many extended family members who will miss her dearly. Walk-through visiting hours will be at Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway, N.H., on Thursday, June 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. A graveside service will be held in the Bartlett Village Cemetery on Friday, June 19, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent in RoseMarie’s memory to the Bartlett VFW. -----------------------------------------------------------------BACK TO -INDEX- -- Althea Joyce (Morton) Hall, 78, passed away peacefully in her home in Conway, N.H. on Thursday Oct. 29, 2020. Born Feb. 4, 1942, to Alfred and Ruth Morton, Althea attended Bartlett Elementary School. She remained a Bartlett, N.H., resident raising her four children. A talented and tenacious young woman she went on to earn her AA in accounting at New Hampshire vocational college. In the 1990s, she went to work with her sisters, Norma Dondero and Marilyn Bennet. A skilled seamstress, quilter and knitter, she was always working on some kind of challenging project. She especially enjoyed making teddies, dolls and little clothes for them to wear. Many know her for her warm greetings and welcoming smile while working at the Bank of New Hampshire in Glen, N.H. When she retired she moved to Conway to be closer to her kids, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She spent her time hiking being adventurous and creating art. She will be lovingly missed by her family. Althea is survived by her sisters, Marilyn Bennett and Sharon Neally; her children, Doreen Hall, Craig Hall, Vicki Hall and Terri Boulia Hall; as well as many wonderful friends at Greenbriar; grandchildren; and all that knew her. GEORGE GRAMSTORFF With heavy hearts and tear-filled eyes, we share that George Gramstorff of Glen, N.H., formerly of Everett, Mass., left this world on Sunday Jan. 3, 2021, at the age of 83, hopefully for a place where he will be once again free to share all the hugs and smooches he so loved to give. He was predeceased by his parents George and Josephine Gramstorff of Everett. He left Everett to live in his beloved mountains and always stayed a proud Everettite. He leaves his wife, best friend and partner of 39 years Cathy Cronin along with the extended Cronin and Queenan families. He was very grateful to Carol and Jay Hartnett, John and Carolyn Cronin, Patty and Warren Anderson and Jackie and Paul Covino for their unending support of keeping him out of nursing homes, keeping him company during many hospital stays and always being there to help him. He was a very proud uncle to Shawn, Tara, Kyle, Brandon, Courtney, Paul, Christopher, Katie and Maddie. George was ever grateful of the Bradford, Lemieux, and Plati families, special high school friends that were extended family to him as well as his close pal cuzzin Frankie Esser. A cuzzin to many and friend to infi nite persons. Late proprietor of The Scarecrow Pub & Grill, a place where friends would meet, family would gather and treasurable memories would grow. A place where his adored nieces and nephews would refer to as childhood. George, Georgie, Porgie, GG, was a man of many words, larger than life in personality and generous spirit. His greatest joy in life was his family, his friends and his goldens. He lived for telling stories, laughing, watching Everett & BC Football and cruising with the top down in his Mustang. His sharp wit, charming sense of humor, contagious smile and open heart will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Family and friends will forever cherish the memories they shared, the stories and jokes he told and the love he left behind. Honoring his wishes there will be a celebration party at a later date to be determined, when we believe it will be safer for friends and family to gather together, tell some stories and raise their glasses. Cathy would like to sincerely thank “Visiting Angels” Erika and Melisa from the Conway Veterans Administration who made it possible for him to be cared for at home, as well as the Visiting Nurse Home Care and Hospice of Carroll County. George was a true supporter of helping those in need and would only ask that you pay it forward. As W.C. Fields said, “Why limit happy to an hour?” Earle B. Grant, 71, of Harrodsburg, died Saturday, December 2, 2000 in Boston, MA. Born February 8, 1929 in Glen NH, he was the son of the late William and Hattie Grant. He graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1951 and served in the Korean War until 1953. He held several positions as a civil servant with the US government and retired in 1988. He was an active member of Southside Christian Church. Survivors include: his wife, Susan Grant, Harrodsburg; one son, George Grant, Salt Lake City, UT; one daughter, Sharon Moran, Mink Creek, ID; one brother, Merle Grant, Danville; one grandson. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Ervin Grant and Edward Grant. A memorial service was held at Southside Christian Church December 8. Memorial contributions may be made to Southside Christian Church, PO Box 456, Harrodsburg, KY 40330. It is with great sadness that the family of Lorraine Judd Holt, 72, of Hill, N.H., announce her passing. She left this world in the early hours of Dec 23, 2021, with her loving husband of 33 years holding her hand, reminiscing of good times. She is survived by her husband, Ron Holt; brothers, Martin and Raymond; sisters, Dorothy, Kim and Margret. She was preceded by sisters, Judy and Ellen; mother Mary; and father Wallace. Her children include: Judy of Epsom N.H.; Lorraine of Colorado; Shane of North Carolina; Clayton of Bartlett, N.H.; Angela of Conway, N.H.; and Vicki of Conway; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two nieces; two nephews; four great-nieces and nephews; and countless cousins and extended family and friends whose lives she’s warmed and touched. She began her life in Bartlett, where she often recalled having to be back across the tracks by when the afternoon whistle blew. After her family moved to Hill, she would be sent to the store during school to fetch Canada mints for her teacher, and remembered going swimming with her brothers and sisters while her father listened to the Red Sox on the radio. In her young years, she played outside at the local sand pit making roads for toy cars and hunting for garnets. Losing her mother Mary Judd (Ainsworth) when she was only 14, she had to grow up quickly and learned cooking for others from both of her grandmothers Judd and Ainsworth. She married at 16 and later started her family with daughter Judy, named after her oldest sister who preceded her when Lorraine was 13 years old. She was always in the kitchen baking someone’s favorite treat and selflessly giving the most thoughtful and handmade gifts. Some may remember the fondness she had for painting, collecting cookbooks and, of course, “The Wizard of Oz.” She even had a chance to meet one of the actors who played a Munchkin in the original film. She’d crochet for hours and give bags of mittens, hats, Afghans and clothes to family, churches, charities, schools and veterans without ever wanting recognition. Children warmed her heart and she made sure by her own hands that they were warm, too. She had an adventurous side and wasn’t afraid to move to new locations and set up warm, welcoming homes in Maine, Colorado and New Hampshire. Most recently, she was excited to live in and restore her dear Aunt Hilda’s house in Hill, where she spent time as a child and made many memories within. Most precious to her was spending time with her family, hosting large holiday gatherings and attending reunions while seeing and catching up with loved ones. She will be missed terribly by each and every one of them. In her honor, it is requested to consider spending time and connecting with family at every opportunity, in her words “Tomorrow is not promised,” make the phone call, write that letter and forgive quickly. The family will plan a gathering and celebration of Lorraine’s life at the Fryeburg cemetery in the summer of 2022. Gramsdorf HillDon HUHN AlfredaGarland HONfrankGeorge BERTgeorge BENgeorge GeraldineHoward JamesMhoward TootsieHayes AltheaHall GrantEARLe JuddLorraine BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE LoisGarland Lois Jean Garland died peacefully at her home in Port Angeles, Wash ., on Nov. 16, 2020, after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. Members of Lois’ family, a close friend, and her dog Yoda sat with her as she took her fi nal breath. Born April 1, 1959, to Jean Lois (Ludgate) and Clifton Garland Jr. of Bartlett, N.H., Lois was the youngest of fi ve children. On the day she was born, the family home burned down. Consequently, Lois grew up at the end of what is now known as Yates Farm Road, with fi elds unfolding on one side, mountains rising up on another, and the Saco River fl owing behind her home. As a young child, Lois was raised in a farming environment and, with three older brothers to torment her, she grew to be quietly tough and resourceful, attributes which served her well throughout her life. Her mother was the town and school librarian and her father was the custodian at Josiah Bartlett School so Lois couldn’t get away with much throughout her grammar and middle-school years. Life was much simpler then and her life was greatly infl uenced by family and rural living. She participated in 4-H but wasn’t very successful with the goal of the sheep-raising program as she couldn’t bear to slaughter her bucktoothed ward she had named Aries. Her love of animals was a big part of Lois’ persona and she took in many different kinds of animals over the years, with dogs always being a central part of her life. As a summer job, Lois would help with the family’s business at Mountain Home Cabins and she worked at Attitash Mountain during the winter as the coat check girl, a job she inherited from her older sister Cindy. Lois attended Kennett High School, graduating in 1977. Following graduation, she moved to Twisp, Wash., to join her husband-to-be, Donald McLane. Lo and Do, as they came to be known, had many adventures together, often spending their winters in Mexico and returning to Twisp for the summers to work in various industries. They were married in 1981 and their daughter Karissa was born in 1983, followed by Abigail in 1986. The two girls joined Erik, Donald’s son from a previous marriage, who spent much of his childhood and most of his adulthood with his sisters and Lois and Donald. Lois was devoted to her children and to the concept of raising conscientious humans who conduct themselves with integrity. She balanced child rearing with many activities and traveled east annually to visit her family and to give her children the opportunity to get to know their east coast relatives. She and Donald continued to sojourn to Mexico with the girls for the cold months up until their daughters were of the age to begin school. Lois carried quite a mental treasury of tales and adventures from their many cross-country trips, experiences navigating a different culture, as well as occurrences in their own backyard. She would recite them in her slow, deliberate manner with spot-on interjections of mimicking one person or another, accompanied by raised or furrowed eyebrows and other facial contortions. Lois was an exceptional guide for her daughters, the result being two amazingly independent and socially responsible women. They, in turn, have produced the next generation of ethical humans. Lois’ greatest joy was her grandchildren. She gained immense pleasure in acquiring objects that would delight and entertain any child. She tirelessly read books with a child on her lap and promoted acts of consideration and kindness. Her grandchildren’s experience on this Earth was largely enhanced by Lois’ energy and they will continue to channel that energy through their “Spirit Booth,” constructed by Lois’ son-inlaw, Rob Thomsen. Lois had many feathers in her cap. She worked as a painter and woodworker on construction sites. She worked with a landscaper. She harvested baby’s breath. She worked as a server and then owned the Glover St. Cafe in Twisp with three other women. Most of these employments were initiated and supported by women, a practice solidly corroborated by Lois. She and Donald worked at developing cooperative games as Lois pursued her quest of encouraging equity and empathy. Continuing in that spirit, Lois was a champion of children’s rights and the rights of the underserved. She worked for several years as the family empowerment specialist, serving grades K-12 for the Methow Valley School District where she helped at risk students and their families to enable the student’s academic and social success. She was the Methow Valley Homeless Liaison, advocating for students whose basic needs were in jeopardy. She taught peer mediation to students in grades 7-12, helping them learn the necessary skills to help their classmates resolve problems with empathy and respect. She founded the Twisp Teen Center, giving kids a safe and fun place to gather, as well as having served on the boards for the Methow Rec and the Methow Teen Center. Her home was often littered with teens’ sleeping bags on the weekends and she worked quietly yet persistently to unearth the resources necessary to help children of all ages. She touched the lives of many. Whether it was to give them a refuge in her offi ce with her entertaining array of toys or fi nding a way for them to play sports, or determining the safest bathroom for them to use at school, Lois was a fi gure of comfort and dependability. Lois had interests in many areas and had tried her hand at such things as beekeeping and dog training. She was an avid reader, loved the arts and felt a great kinship to the earth and encouraging things to grow, particularly her fl owers. She greatly enjoyed her blooms and found great solace in her gardens, especially over the past few summers while going through treatment. She was a source of widely varied and little-known bits of interesting knowledge. You could always plan on having an engaging conversation with Lois but you had better be prepared for it to last at least an hour or two. Always well worth it. During the process of her disease, she was often concerned that she was being an inconvenience to others, an unfounded worry as she maintained her independence throughout her illness. She was tough right up to the last, not giving cancer the satisfaction of knocking her down. At one point in her treatment, she was getting a lumbar puncture and the technician commented on how well she tolerated it. She drolly replied that she’d had a lot of bee stings. That’s how Lois was; she persevered and tried to fi nd solutions. She tried everything but eventually the cancer consumed her body but not her soul. Her spirit was fi erce right up to the end. She was well respected and well loved. She was beautiful and strong and smart. And she was too young. We love her and we miss her. So many were supportive to Lois during her journey but it would be remiss not to mention her daughters, Karissa and Abi, and their respective spouses, John and Rob, who provided unlimited care and support. Her sister Cindy devoted months to Lois’ care and Lois’ fellow parents-in-law were also a steady source of loving assistance. Friends and family came and went as they could. Amazingly, Lois kept a fairly accurate record of her own medications and the comings and goings of visitors. She was always cognizant of the needs of others and was renowned for her hospitable style, often preparing meals that satisfi ed the soul and always conversation that did likewise. Continually looking for a way to give back, Lois chose to pursue this concept when it came to deciding what to do with her remains. Recompose.life offers a process that was legalized in Washington state as of May of 2020. NOR, or natural organic reduction, is the contained, accelerated conversion of human remains to soil. Those who wish to receive a portion of the soil can benefi t from Lois’ energy in their garden or potted plant. Lois was predeceased by her parents, Jean and Clifton, and many, many well loved dogs. She is survived by her daughters, Karissa (John Hagen) and granddaughters Eleanor Jean and Mabel Lois of Port Angeles, Wash.; Abi (Robert Thomsen) and grandsons McLane Garland and John Spencer of Tacoma, Wash.; her dog Yoda; sister Cynthia Dore (Steve) of San Antonio, Texas; bothers Clifton, Douglas (Vicki), and John Henry (Dianne Hayes) of Bartlett, N.H.; goddaughters Zoey Garner of Spokane, Wash. and Sammy Laskey of Twisp, Wash.; stepson Erik McLane and former husband, Donald McLane, of Twisp; and many, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Donations in Lois’ name may be made to the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance for pancreatic cancer research (seattlecca.org); or to The Cove, providing food assistance to residents of the Methow Valley (thecovecares.com; The Cove, P.O. Box 895, Twisp, WA 98856). Due to COVID-19 restrictions, celebrations of life will be held in both Twisp and Bartlett at a later date when we are able to give each other real hugs. In keeping with Lois’ determined efforts for peace and fairness, please take some time to absorb the warmth, whether it’s from the sun on your face, a mug of tea in your hands, or a loved one’s presence; enjoy the vibrant color of a favorite fl ower, a sunset, or a friend’s aura; quiet the angry noise and embrace the good. She is gone from this world but never from our hearts and minds. Jo-Ellen (Jody) Greenwood, 66, of Stow, Maine, was called home by her lord and savior Jesus Christ on July 21, 2022 after a long battle of illnesses. Jo-Ellen (Jody) Greenwood Jody was born on Aug. 8, 1955, to Homer and Marion Greenwood of Bartlett, N.H. After graduating high school, Jody went on to live a life of selfless service with many of her fondest memories being involved in the Cub and Boy Scouts where she impacted the lives of many being a Den Mom. She continued caring for individuals at the state hospital, several group homes and provided in home care to many. In addition, Jody volunteered her time to help the less fortunate including but not limited to making hats, donating clothes and needed items to the homeless community as well as contribution of food or just a listening ear. When Jody wasn’t doing all of the above she was knee deep in advocating to protect the rights of all individuals with the Client’s Rights Committee. Jody’s faith and belief in Jesus has carried her throughout her life never letting her down and answering her biggest prayer with the gift of her son, Christopher. She was a firm believer that anything could be achieved through prayer and Jesus. Jody lived the word of Jesus daily and was an amazing role model for her godson Krysjen keeping his faith and knowledge alive. Jody is predeceased by her maternal grandparents, paternal grandparents and her father, Homer Greenwood. She is survived by her beloved life partner Dominic Crivello of Stow, Maine; her Mother, Marion Greenwood of Rindge, N.H.; son Christopher Greenwood and wife Molly of North Conway, N.H.; brothers, John Greenwood, Charlie Greenwood, Frank Greenwood and their families; aunts, uncles, cousins; godson Krysjen and her best friend Jenn. Graveside services will be held at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Crawford Notch Road (Route 302), in Bartlett at 10 a.m. on Aug. 8, 2022. A light reception will follow at the Gibson Center at 14 Grove St. in North Conway. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Jody’s favorite charity; St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements .---- Christopher Charles Greenwood of North Conway, N.H., passed away suddenly on June 26, 2024. He was one of a kind; the best husband, friend, son, grandson, cousin, uncle and nephew. You were lucky if you ever got to know him. He was known to be the most giving, thoughtful man who would do anything for anyone at any time. Chris was born Jan. 3, 1983, to Jo-Ellen Greenwood and Barry Lombard. He grew up a true Bartlett boy attending Bartlett Elementary and Kennett High School. He joined the fire service before graduating high school and served on a few departments around the valley but landed as Rescue Captain of the North Conway Fire Department up until 2011. He took many years off from the department but excitedly rejoined in 2022. The fi re/rescue service was his true passion. He loved caring for others and help ing his community. His fellow members meant the world to him and he respected each and every one of them. Chris also spent time in the past working at Memorial Hospi tal as an EMT where he met his wife, Molly. They spent 10 of the best years together experiencing all of life’s adventures and les sons. Their most recent adven ture was building the house and property of their dreams. Chris took great pride in the project and fi nally got to see the completion of the garage he always dreamed of, the day of his passing. His favorite days were those spent on the tractor mowing the fi elds then coming home to his wife and his beloved cats; Hunter, Loki and Linden. Chris is preceded by his father, Barry Lombard; mother Jo-El len Greenwood; grandmother Marion Greenwood; and grandfa ther Homer Greenwood. He is survived by his wife and best friend, Molly; his uncle Frank Greenwood and his wife, Joan of Mendon, Mass.; his uncle John Greenwood and his signif icant other, Patti, of Wolfeboro, N.H.; and his uncle Charlie Greenwood and his wife, Denise, of Rindge, N.H. He also leaves behind many cousins and friends as well as the Cannell family who grew to love him in a big way. A special thank you to Jackson Police, Bartlett/Jackson ambu lance and the staff at Memorial Hospital for their exceptional care in Chris’s fi nal hours. In true Chris fashion, he continues to give to others as he was able to be an organ and tissue donor. Arrangements were made through Furber Funeral Home and Cremations Services. A service will be held Satur day, July 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the North Conway Fire Depart ment. Parking and shuttles for transportation will be at Cran more Mountain and Memorial Hospital. Donations to honor Chris can be made to the North Conway Firefi ghters Association, P.O. Box 235 North Conway, NH 03860----- --- Holmes, Robert: -Sadly, on Dec. 2, 2022, Robert Francis “Bob/Elvis” Holmes passed away peacefully after a brief stay at the hospital. Robert Francis “Bob/Elvis” Holmes Bob was predeceased by his parents, John and Frances (Seavey Willey) Holmes and his brothers, Edward and John “Hot Rod” Holmes. He is survived by his partner of 26 years, Pamela; her children, Gatia and Marshall, their spouses, Michael and Angela, and grandchildren Brooke; Emma and Anna. He is also survived by his previous spouse, Sally; and his daughters, Kim and Kathleen, their husbands, Dave and Andy, and grandchildren, Allie, Luke, Kate and Bridget. He is also survived by his three sisters, Charlotte, Mary and Betty and many cousins, nieces and nephews along with too many friends to count. Bob, a true native son of the valley, born April 15, 1944, in North Conway, N.H., graduated from Kennett High School. Bob worked at Cranmore Mountain, ran his own construction company and built and operated Glen Sand and Gravel until 2018. Bob was an exceptionally caring, kind and generous individual and was always the life of the party. It may have been 20 degrees out but Bob was still wearing shorts. Bob lived to make small rocks out of big rocks. Elvis may have left the building but he is still taking care of business. There will be a private family burial. Please join the family to share remembrances and celebrate his life at the Red Fox in Jackson, N.H., on Friday Dec. 9, at 12:30 p.m. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Rubin, Leona Cloutier, and the rest of staff of the Chemo department at Memorial Hospital who gave him such wonderful care. Thanks also to Valerie Lozier for her care. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Visiting Nurses and Hospice Care Services of Northern Carroll County or Jen’s Friends. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements.------ Merle Burnell Grant, 92, of League City, Texas, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021. He was born on February 8, 1929, in Glen, New Hampshire, to Charles William and Hattie (Burnell) Grant. Mr. Grant was the last surviving member of the Grant Boys from Glen. He graduated as Valedictorian from Bartlett High School in 1947. He attended The University of New Hampshire and was a member of the ROTC. Upon graduation from UNH he served the Country that he loved in the United States Army. He was a Korean War Veteran. After his honorable discharge from the Army, Merle returned to Glen and began his career working for the Bartlett Experimental Forest. He then joined the U.S. Forest Service and moved to Elkins, West Virginia; Upper Darby, Pennsylvania and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Merle moved to Lexington, Kentucky to begin working with the Department of Health and Human Services. He then moved to Middletown, Maryland and worked for HHS in Baltimore and Rockville. Merle retired from the Department of HHS in 1988. In 1993 Merle moved to Danville, Kentucky, where he enjoyed volunteering at the Mercer County Elementary School and participating in the Brotherhood of St. Andrew at his church. While in Kentucky, Merle became a Kentucky Colonel for his love and dedication to his beloved Kentucky Wildcats. In 2005 he moved to League City, Texas, where spent his later years volunteering at Interfaith Caring Ministries. He was a member of St. Paul Anglican Church. He enjoyed watching baseball, college basketball and riding around with his son-in-law in the golf cart. Merle was a devout Christian who found joy in helping every one. Merle never forgot his beloved White Mountains and spent many years hunting and fishing in them. Even when he moved away he returned frequently to hunt. Mr. Grant was a beloved husband, father and grandfather and is survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Gloria (Clemons). He is also survived by his daughters, Laura (Peter) Nielsen of Painesville, OH, Lynda (Alejandro) Perez of Alvin, TX and Leslie (Edgar) Mamud of League City. Also surviving are his nine grandchildren, Amanda, Christina, Zachary, Nicholas, Michael, Matthew, Christopher, Elizabeth and Sarah and thirteen great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brothers Ervin Grant, Edward Grant and his identical twin brother, Earle Grant. A funeral service will be held on Saturday June 26, 2021, at 12:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 11456 Space Center Blvd., Houston, TX 77059, with visitation to begin at 11:00 a.m. at the Church. --------- Gloria Clemons Grant, 91, of League City, Texas, died on Monday May 1, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on June 19, 1931, in Bartlett, New Hampshire. She was the daughter of Ralph and Floris Clemons. Mrs. Grant graduated as valedictorian, from Bartlett High School, in 1949, and from the Laconia School of Nursing, as a Registered Nurse, in 1952. Mrs. Grant was the former director of nursing at the North Conway Memorial Hospital and continued her nursing career when she moved with her husband to West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Mexico, Kentucky, and Maryland. A lifelong lover of books, she retired from nursing and began her second career as a book seller at Walden Books. In 1993, Mrs. Grant and her husband retired to Danville, Kentucky. She was a devout member of the Order of the Daughters of the King and was an active member of St. Phillips Episcopal Church, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. She was also a member of the Christian Women’s’ Club. In 2005, Mrs. Grant and her husband moved to League City, Texas. She is survived by her daughters, Laura (Peter) Nielsen, Lynda (Alex) Perez, and Leslie (Edgar) Mamud. Also surviving, are her grandchildren, Amanda, Christina, Zachary, Nicholas, Michael, Matthew, Christopher, Elizabeth, and Sarah. Also surviving are fourteen great grandchildren, her brother, Ralph Clemons, Jr. (Kathy), her brother-in-law, Robert Tibbets, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Merle B. Grant, her parents, her sisters, Rita Tibbets and Brenda Stoner , and brothers, Richard Clemons, and John Clemons. A funeral service will be held at Crowder Funeral Home, in League City, Texas, on Saturday, May 06, 2023, at 12:00 P.M. Burial, in Glen, New Hampshire, will be held at a later date.--- - ---Mary (Chandler) Hall born Feb. 12, 1937, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. She had 86 years of life to enjoy many family and friends as well as some travel where she met a few friends along the way. She was a people person and loved spending time with all children, she never met a baby she didn’t want to pick up and cuddle. She enjoyed making pickles, relish and cooking in general, going for long rides and stopping at yard sales, doing puzzles and caring for children and animals. She was a long-time member of both Post 95 (North Conway) and (Conway) Post 46 American Legions Auxiliary as well as the Bartlett V.F.W.Auxiliary. She worked at the Bartlett Kearsarge Peg Mill and the Thermostat Co. for many years. As well as Attitash Ski Area and Grand Summit, Storybook Inn, Christmas Farm Inn. She also did housekeeping for many ski lodges in the area but what she liked most of all was babysitting for many children of the valley. She was predeceased by her mother Lila (Garland) Chandler; her father Robert Chandler; three sisters, Yvonne Hatfield, Edie Labbe and Judy Burwood; two brothers, Derrill Chandler and Ralph Chandler; Mary’s first husband Carroll Young ; second husband Warren Hall; and a companion for many years John Rowe . She was survived by her daughter Roberta (Bobbie) (Hall) Martell and husband, Matthew Martell; granddaughter Megan (Stuart) Ewing; and granddaughter Kallyn Ewing; sisters, Jeanne Chandler and Joanne Lufkin; brothers, Lloyd Chandler and Mike Chandler (wife) Hanalore Chandler; and many nieces and nephews and cousins. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all that knew her. The family would like to give thanks to the many people, and staff at Memorial Hospital and Merriman House for their heartfelt care she received while with them. We would also like to remind her lifelong friends and schoolmates that she never forgot any of you and cared very deeply. Graveside services will be at Glen Cemetery on Nov. 16 at 11 a.m. Arrangements were made by Furber Funeral home and Cremation Services (2925 White Mountain Highway in North Conway, 603-356-5561, furberandwhite.com). - Richard Russell Glines Jr. passed away on Wednesday, June 25th, 2024 peacefully at his home after a long illness with his wife by his side. Richard was 82 years old and lived a full, successful life. Dick was born on May 31, 1942 in Whitefield, N.H. He was the second of nine children, born to Richard R. Glines Sr. and Priscilla May (Bacon) Glines. Dick spent his formative years living in Twin Mountain and as young boy would attend the stock car races with his dad. This ignited his passion for speed and car racing, and he would go on to have a prestigious, successful career. As a child, Dick was a boy scout in troop 225 of Whitfield, N.H. At age 12 he was presented with the certificate of Heroism by The National Court of honor of the boy scouts of America for saving a boy from drowning who had fallen through ice in the St. John River in Whitefield. This concern for others and courageousness would follow him through his life. Dick was a devoted and loving husband to his wife Sheila of 61 years and a loving father to his children. He loved his dogs, fishing, hunting, large family gatherings and holiday meals. Sheila never knew how many people from his shop next door we would invite to join in the celebrations, but everyone was welcome. A favorite activity of his was building go-carts for his children and taking them snowmobiling. He truly enjoyed the holidays, especially Christmas. He always had to be the first to have his Christmas lights on and he would trek the kids into the woods each year to find the perfect Christmas tree along with his lifelong friends Henry Mock. He also enjoyed playing cards with his Grandchildren, particularly cribbage. For a number of years Dick and Sheila would spend thanksgiving in Bermuda with many of their friends. They enjoyed the time playing golf, riding scooters around the island and spending evenings relaxing to the sound of the waves. He was passionate about the upkeep of his home, spending endless hours maintaining his property. Spring would arrive and it was time for the annual trip to Sullivan’s Nursery in Lancaster for flowers and plants. Sheila Wasn’t very happy when his potted flowers would look better than hers. Dick was a member of the Bartlett School Board for a number of years, served as chairman of the Lower Bartlett Water Precinct. He was the director of the Mt Washington Valley Harley Association. When the association disbanded Dick started the Mt Washington Valley Hogs Chapter along with friends Ed Tolland, Curt Kennett and Jim Tuttle. Dick would spend hours on his motorcycle with his chapter friends on day and weekend trips. The Nova Scotia trip was probably his favorite. Dick had a great sense of humor and was quick with his one liners. His friends knew if they wanted Dick’s opinion it would be blunt and unfiltered. He loved to talk to people and he touched many people’s lives around town and in his travels. He was very kind, generous man and would lend a hand to help anybody. He was a teacher and mentor to many who went on to have successful careers. Dick started his racing career in the 60’s with Bob McGraw and he went on to have a very successful career. He succeeded as a driver, a crew chief and chassis builder. In 1972 Dick set a track record at Oxford Plains Speedway that held for 35 years. His talents played a part in many championships and well over 100 victories. As a driver he won the Oxford 1979 open competition against the toughest racers of the era. As a crew chief he dominated the NASCAR North tour, the American-Canadian Tour and the NASCAR Busch North Series, winning a total of 6 championships with the drivers Robbie Crouch and Jamie Aube. In 1991 Dick partnered with longtime friend Steve Henley and formed NRP Race Cars in Albany NH. NRP chassis went on to win eight more titles in Busch North, multiple races on the Southern Busch Grand National Series and 2 titles on the pro Truck Tour. In 2018 Dick was inducted into the New England Auto Racers Hall of fame and in 2022 was inducted into the Maine Auto Racing Hall of fame. In 2002 Dick started Mt. Washington Valley Fabrication and in 2016 Steve Fox came on board eventually partnered with him. Together they grew the business into the success it is today. Dick survived by his wife Sheila, sons Steven and wife Denise of Gorham ME, Shawn and wife Susan of Olympia WA, Todd and wife Denise of Worcester MA, daughters Jennifer and husband Mark of Portland Me, and Karen Glines of Bartlett NH. His also survived his beloved Grandchildren, Kelly, David, Brian, and Kasey, and Nicholas and Gabrielle Glines, Zachary McElwain and timothy Sprouse. He is survived by his sisters Louise, Linda, Susan and brother David. He is also survived by many loved Nieces and Nephews. He was predeceased by his father Richard Sr., his Mother Priscilla, his sister Joan and brothers Murray and Russell. Arrangements were made through Furber Funeral Home and Cremation Services. In lieu of flowers [please send donations to Bartlett Jackson Ambulance Service, PO BOX 422, Glen NH 03838 or to Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care of Carroll County, PO BOX 432, North Conway Nh 03860. Calling hours will be held from 4pm-6pm, July 18th at Furber & White Funeral home at 2925 Whit Mountain Hwy. North Conway NH 03860. A service will be held at Our Lady Of The Mountains Church July 19th at 12pm followed by a reception immediately after the mass at the Shannon Door Pub in Jackson, NH 1:30pm to 3:30pm.== --------====================-- JodyGreenwood ChrisGreenwood HolmesRobt MerleGrant GloriaGrant HallMary GlinesRichard BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE Howard BEN Benson F. Howard, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2020, after a brief stay at Rochester Manor in Rochester, N.H. Ben was born on Nov. 12, 1929, in North Conway, N.H., the son of Elmer Newton and Hilda (Marrett) Howard. He graduated from Bartlett High School and earned a bachelor of science degree at the University of New Hampshire before joining the Marine Corps. He held various positions of employment at the Kearsarge Peg Mill, Railway Express Agency, Carroll County Jail, proprietor of North Conway Texaco and a real estate broker. He was a Master Mason at Mount Washington Lodge, served many years as selectman of Bartlett, and enjoyed being involved in activities at the Bartlett Congregational Church. Ben was predeceased by his wife Pauline (Gardner) Howard; son Robert B. Howard; sister Jean (Howard) Jenkins; and brother Jim Howard. He is survived by his brother Daniel Howard of Mesquite, Texas; daughter Ellen (Howard) Burkhart of St. Petersburg, Fla.; sons David Howard of Durham, N.H.; and Peter Howard of Meredith, N.H.; and five grandchildren, Tyler Burkhart, Colin Burkhart, Morgan (Howard) Bayod Aceves, Abigail Howard and Emily Howard. There will be a celebration of his life for family and friends on Saturday, July 25, at 2 p.m. at the Garland Ridge Cemetery in Bartlett, N.H. We will be observing social-distancing guidelines. The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to all of those that supported and cared for Ben and made his wish possible to live his 90 years independently in the home that he built. In lieu of flowers, donations and support can be presented to the Gibson Center for Senior Services, 14 Grove St., North Conway, NH 03860, (603) 356-3231. Henry G K Howard HODGE COL Howard Mrs. Catherine Andrews Hodge, wife of James H. Hodge, was born in Chatham, and died at her home here, the 15th of February 1895. Mrs. Hodge had a shock two weeks before her death from which she never rallied. She was a great suffer to the end. The funeral was held the 17th, Rev. Andrews of Intervale, officiating; also the Intervale Choir was in attendance. Several beautiful wreaths of flowers were furnished by relatives. Mrs. Hodge was a very quiet woman, never going around much. She will be much missed in the neighborhood. She leaves a husband and two children, Mrs. Fred E. Littlefield of this place, and John W. Hodge of Bartlett. We extend sympathy to the relatives. Col. George (Brud) Linus Howard III (USAF Ret.) of Glen, N.H., passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice. He was 89 years old. George grew up fishing the Rocky Branch River, skiing the Intervale ski slopes and Tuckerman’s Ravine, played basketball and was valedictorian of Bartlett High School in 1953. Following graduation from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Agricultural Engineering, he went to work for Allis-Chalmers in Milwaukee, Wis. During this time, George was instrumental in improving seven equipment design elements leading to successful patents. George then decided to follow his dreams to join the Air Force and become a pilot. He graduated from pilot training at Webb AFB, Texas, and moved to Vance AFB, Okla., where he was an instructor pilot. He was an accomplished pilot, flying RF-101’s and RF-4’s in Vietnam and around the world. During his 30-year Air Force career, he and his wife Letitia traveled the world with their five children. Their travels took them to many stateside bases as well as France, England and Germany. He served as commander at Shaw Air Force Base and was highly respected throughout his years of service, retiring after his final assignment at the National Security Agency. After his retirement, he moved back home to the valley, the place he loved the most, and eventually built a home on his family’s land in Jackson with Elois, his love for the last 26 years. He taught skiing, was instrumental in the planning of the Bartlett Bicentennial celebration and worked closely with the Morrell family on the Flying Yankee project. He enjoyed farming and hiking his land and lively discussions of politics. George was preceded in death by his children’s mother, Letitia, and their son, James. He is survived by and will be dearly missed by his children Lori, Stephen, Michael and Carol; James’ wife Tammy, sister Diana, and many grand- and great grandchildren. He is lovingly remembered by Elois and her children Sean, Chad and Kellie. Arrangements were made through Furber Funeral Home and Cremations Services. Interment will be at the Glen, N.H., cemetery. Hebb, Raymond Maurice Editor's note: Ray organized the 20th year anniversary of the Bartlett High School Graduating class. Details can be found here. Raymond Maurice Hebb, formerly of Elmira, NY.89, died Sunday February 26, 2012 in Johnson City, NY where he resided at the United Methodist Home Hilltop Campus. He was born April 9 , 1922 in Bartlett, NH the son of the late Ralph and Charlotte (Jacques) Hebb. He was educated in the Bartlett schools and a business college in Concord, NH. In 1942 he moved to Manchester, NH, where he held a Civil Service position with the U.S. Recruiting and Processing Center during the early years of World War II. On April 3rd, 1944 he joined the National Cash Register Company (NCR)office in Manchester remaining there until 1967 when he transferred to Binghamton, NY eventually transferring to Elmira for the same organization. He retired after 34 years with NCR on April 30, 1978. He was a member of the Park Church, and volunteered at the Steele Memorial Library in the Genealogy/Mircofilm Department for 19 years. Raymond is survived by his wife of 59 years, Edith (Foster) Hebb. They were married on August 16th, 1952 in Manchester, NH. He is also survived by his three children; Joan Elizabeth Hebb, of Binghamton, Carol Diane Hebb and son in law Michael Redfern, of Salem, MA., and Ralph Milton Hebb and daughter in law Andrea Bird, of Waltham, MA. As well as grandsons Thomas, and David Hebb also of Waltham, MA. Those wishing may direct memorial donations in Raymond’s name to WSKG public radio and television. At Raymond’s request there will be no formal funeral services. Arrangements are with the E.H. Parsons Funeral Home, Inc. 71 Main Street Binghamton NY. Please visit ParsonsFuneral.Com to offer your condolences. Clinton Meserve Guptill, 69 of Glen, passed away at his home Saturday, Jan 17, 2009.Born March 1, 1939 to Merlin Guptill and Mildred Burke, he was a good old boy born and raised in Jackson, attending Jackson School as a child and then graduating high school from Kennett High School. He grew up loving to hunt, fish, ski, garden, and pretty much anything that he could do in the outdoors. He always had a funny line, an amazing memory and was never afraid to quote something from Elvis. He had several jobs but the one he was most known for was his Shell Station in Glen that he worked and owned for over 23 years. The station was more then just any gas station; it was a beacon of light to most people in the valley. It was a place of laughter, mischief, good fun and, most of all, everyone has a story or two that will keep them smiling for years to come. When he retired in 1995, his home became the place where a friend of a friend could go. Whether it was to talk, relax or have a good laugh, the result almost always ended up with feeling better by the time you left the house. He is predeceased by his father Merlin Guptill, mother, Mildred Burke, and brothers Fred and Irving Guptill. He is survived by his brother Doug MacDonald of Conway and sister Alice Murray of North Carolina. His children include Judy Hanson of Scarborough, Maine; Laura Hovden of Woodside, Calif.; Marcia Thompson of Intervale; Rob Guptill of Conway; Brenda Murphy of Conway; and Christina Estes of Gorham. He leaves 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his lifelong friend, Sandra Guptill of Glen, and many other friends who he truly loved and never stopped caring for. He will be known for his generosity, quick wit, wonderful sense of humor and heart of gold. No matter whom, what, or where you came from, there was always a space at his table and a place in his heart. He was one of a kind and for that will always and truly be missed. Visiting Hours will be Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Bartlett Union Congregational Church in Bartlett.In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to the Meals On Wheels Program at the Gibson Center in North Conway. Dora A. Hayes, 89, of Bartlett, wife of the late Linden D. Babe Hayes passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2009 in the loving arms of her family and friends. She was born in Keegan, Maine on February 22, 1920. She was the youngest daughter of Leo and Winifred (Muckler) Tilley and was raised in Madawaska, Maine. She graduated from St. Louis Nursing School in Berlin class of 1944 and worked as a registered nurse at Memorial Hospital in North Conway for many years. She met and later married Babe on Christmas Eve in 1954. They resided in Canada where he was employed on the St. Lawrence Seaway and began to raise a family.Dora lived her life with great enthusiasm and passion. As a young girl, she enjoyed bird hunting and fishing with her father. She loved to skate and bested her brother at ice hockey before hockey was a pursuit of fashionable young women. She traveled the world and became an excellent golfer, skier, and tennis player. She developed her talent as an artist of oil painting. She was an avid reader and excelled in the art of conversation. She enjoyed a good story and better yet a joke. In her late 70, Dora was faced with serious adversity and hardship. Always the pragmatist about any obstacle that came her way, she overcame each with courage, grace and dignity. She will be forever in the hearts of her daughters; Linda (Hayes) Karlin and her husband Dave, of Florissant, Colo, Catherine Hayes-Blake and her husband, Bob, and their son, Robert, of Bartlett, Dianne Hayes and John Garland and their daughter, Lindsey, of Bartlett. Other family members include Rosemarie and David Hayes, of Bartlett, and family; Carroll and Nancy Hayes, of Bartlett and family; Paul and Jeannean Hayes, of Tyler, Texas, and family; beloved niece Anne Clark and her husband Dr. Kenneth J. Clark, of Ashville, N.C.; brother, Phillip Tilley, and his wife Geraldine, of Gulf Breeze, Fla., and family and many nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones. She was predeceased by her elder sister, Lorraine, and her husband, Jim Forsythe, of Tuxedo, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the N.H. Association for the Blind, 25 Walker Street, Concord, NH, 03301, (800) 464-3075 or a charity of your choice in Dora's memory. There will be no visiting hours. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, April 4, at 11 a.m. at the Union Congregational Church of Bartlett, United Church of Christ. Family and friend are invited to gather to remember Dora with laughter, tears, sharing stories of her dreams and accomplishments, her joy and challenges, her courage and her unique contribution to the lives of those who know her and to life itself. Together all present will celebrate, mourn and give thanks. -------------------------------------------- James (Reginald) Illsley, III Reggie was born at the old Memorial Hospital to James R. and Dorothy (Ridlon) Illsley, Jr on Feb. 13, 1950. He passed away on March 11, 2025, at the age of 75. Reggie was a hard worker, but he also enjoyed life. He loved to hunt and fish in his younger days. He pedaled his bike at the age of 12-14 to deliver The Grit newspaper. After graduation in 1969, he went to Southern Maine Vocational Technical Institute. He traveled home to work at Bumblebees gas station. He would return to South Portland and pay rent of $20 per week. Once he graduated SMVTI, he built several houses in the valley. He also groomed snow at Black Mountain for 19 years. He then went on to Wildcat to continue grooming snow for 30 more years. Wildcat made a video called “Grooming with Reggie.” Once his mother became unable to continue to run Green Meadow Camping Area, Reggie took over the family business for 25 years before retiring. Reggie was in the Bartlett Fire Department for about 30 years and was the assistant chief at one time. Reggie was predeceased by his brother Philip in 1972; his mother, Dorothy, in 1993; his father, James, in 2002; his son, Daniel in 2007; and the mother of his children in 2019. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Rose; his son Steven and his two stepsons, Patrick and Adam Haley; and seven grandchildren: Tatum and Maggie Illsley, Ryan Stevens, Renee, Dustin Dylan and Hermione Haley. Visiting hours are on March 23 from 3-5 p.m. at Furber Funeral Home. Funeral is at Glen Baptist Church on March 24 at 11 a.m. A gathering will take place at Glen Fire Station after Reggie’s funeral. Burial in the spring and a celebration of life will be at Green Meadow Camping Area. In lieu of flowers make donations to Bartlett/ Jackson Rescue, P.O. Box 422, Glen, NH 03838. Until we meet again, Reggie, we will always love you. --------------------------------- Nancy Ann June Hodgkins, beloved mother to five children, 92, of Bartlett, N.H. passed away peace fully surrounded by family on July 31, 2025, to join her Lord and Savior. Nancy was born and raised in Allentown, Pa., in 1933. She was the youngest of four sisters, and one brother, born to Raymond and Illian Rheinsmith. It was here that she attended Christ Lutheran Church and graduated with honors after excelling in an advanced placement school for the gifted and talented. She loved caring for people and followed that passion by becoming a nurse, achieving an associate’s degree in nursing from the No. 1 nursing school in the country — the University of Pennsylvania — and later added a B.A. and M.A. in Nursing, specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, from the University of New Hampshire. She spent the last 15 years of a 38-year career as a registered nurse directing the OB/GYN Department at Maine Health Memorial Hospital in North Conway. Nancy is best-known at Memorial Hospital for combining the most advanced OB/GYN technologies with her philosophy of compassionate nursing. She was the mentor for countless numbers of the valley’s young nurses starting careers in women’s health services. She renovated many of the birthing rooms and even added a candlelight dinner for new mothers and their spouses to celebrate the new additions to their family. Her resume includes a legacy of helping birth gen erations of the valley’s newborns. When she retired, Memorial Hospital formally recognized her selfless and devoted years of nursing service by naming a special birthing room in her honor. Swept off her feet by and married to a dashing (her words) Air Force pilot in 1955, Nancy joyfully raised her children in a variety states: Norfolk, Va.; Dover Del.; Oklahoma City, Okla.; Honolulu, Hawaii; O’Fallon, Ill.; Anchorage, Alaska; and Altus, Okla., before settling in Bartlett, N.H. In the early years, Nancy was a huge supporter of an education fund established to raise public awareness of Vietnam-era POWs and MIAs. She was always active in fundraising activities of the Military Wives Clubs, focused on providing fi nan cial assistance for struggling military families and establishing college scholarships for high school graduates. In her later years, she would often snowbird on the beaches of Hawaii to weather Bartlett’s long winters with her husband, sisters and friends; and occasionally traveled to France, Spain and China to share her invaluable nursing experiences with health professionals from around the globe. Her beloved husband of 40 years, Frederick True Hodgkins, a Bartlett native, Air Force colonel and pilot, and past Bartlett selectman, would often say that he could not have asked for a kinder, loving, more gracious, compassionate and caring wife and mother. Up until the end, Nancy maintained a special appreciation of beauty, love of family and friends, and often expressed heartfelt gratitude for her long life, full of wonderful and varied experiences. She loved the community in the valley. She was active with Bartlett Church, known for baking fresh bread for countless Communion Sundays, and a key member of the “Church Mice,” who for years prepared delicious February suppers for our community. In her later years, Nancy resided at the Merriman House under the compassionate care of many of the nurses she previously trained. She entertained the staff with stories of her travel adventures, golf out ings with her friends and sisters, and her renowned exploits as the “Dancing Queen.” She would regale family and friends with fond memories of her sons’ sporting events, her daughter’s ballet recitals, holiday gatherings and summer vacations spent with her cherished grandchildren. She was a favorite among the Merriman staff and fellow residents, and her delightful spirit will be truly missed. The surviving family includes her four sons: Doug Hodgkins of Augusta, Maine; Bill Hodgkins of Edmond, Okla.; Ray and Ramona Hodgkins of Bart lett, N.H.; Fred Hodgkins Jr. of Fryeburg, Maine; a daughter, Pam and Ted McSheehy of Columbia, Mo., and Ms. Kelly Drew; along with eight grand children and eight great-grandchildren. Nancy was a devoted mother to all her children as they were her pride and joy. She would often say that their lives changed her life for the better, and the family felt that in the love and support she always provided. Nancy’s funeral service is being managed by Furber Funeral Home of North Conway. The service will be held Saturday, Aug. 16, at 11 a.m. at the Bartlett Union Congregational Church with Pastor John Heropoulos officiating. A brief graveside cer emony will immediately follow the funeral service, and there will be a fellowship reception downstairs at the Bartlett church. Family and friends are asked to join in sharing a memory and/or photo of their time spent with Nancy. Donations in her name can be sent to the Hodgkins Flower Fund, in care of the Bartlett Union Congregational Church, and are greatly appreciated by the family. ============================== HEBB Clint with daughter Christina GuptillClint HAYES Dora IllsleyReggie HodgkinsNancy BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE

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Glen - Jackson Station More Railroad Pages - Menu Top Right... BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 The Portland and Ogdensburg Railroad built the first station here, originally named Glen in the spring of 1873. It and today's station are located 64.73 miles from Portland. I could find no pictures of the original building. The only proof it existed is in the P&O Stockholders Report of 1874. In 1889, one year after the Maine Central Railroad leased the P&O, a new station with a restaurant, ticket office, western union office, and men and ladies waiting rooms were constructed. The sidings opposite the platform side of the depot and including one spur out beside the east end of the station had a capacity of 83 cars. Logs were brought in 2-3 times a day from the Rocky Branch Logging Railroad from 1908-1914.and were transferred to Maine Central log cars. The Station was closed on January 22, 1950. Today, the Glen and Jackson station survives but does not serve a Railroad. It is owned by the Hickory Hawks Ski Club of Melrose, Massachusetts. Scotty Mallett has researched and written the information on this page. Intervale Station Glen Jackson Station 1912 looking southeast. Photo courtesy Jane English Source: History of Carroll County - Georgia Drew Merrill - 1889 This video is mis-labeled. Apparently the video-guy thought he was in Intervale but this is actually taken at the Glen - Jackson Station looking west. There are many more pictures at the Facebook Page "MEC RR MT DIVISION". Mountain Division at Facebook More Railroad Pages - Menu Top Right...

SECTION - D - E - F - , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Forman Barbara J. Forman of North Conway, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2010. She was born in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. and moved to the Mount Washington Valley in the late 1970s. She is survived by her four daughters and their families: Jennifer Forman and her wife Rachel Silverstein of Seattle, Wash., Elizabeth “Betsy” Merrill and her husband Jonathan Merrill of Barrington, Maryanne Affolter, her husband Jarrett Affolter, and her son Mitchell Affolter of Statesville, N.C., and Holly Bell, her significant other Craig Keaveny, and sons Thomas Bergen and Jamison Keaveny, of North Conway. Barbara also leaves behind her beloved fiancé, Gerald Farrington of Center Conway. Her love of her daughters and grandchildren gave her great joy in life. She was not only a mother to her daughters, but a friend. She enjoyed sewing and other crafts to give to her children and grandchildren. She loved to shop with her daughters and close friends and was always on the lookout for the best bargain. Her family and friends will miss her dearly. Visiting hours will be held at Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway, on Monday, Jan. 3 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Memorial contributions may be sent to Furber and White Funeral Home, P.O. Box 498, North Conway, NH 03860 Elizabeth Eliason garman: Elizabeth Dorsey Eliason Garman, 71, of Chesley Drive, Durham, NH died Tuesday November 30, 1993 at her home. Mrs. Garman was born April 29, 1922 in Carroll County Maryland and was the daughter of Milton and Nellie E (Bennett) Dorsey. She lived in Bartlett, NH for over 20 years and had lived in Durham since 1970. She attended Washington College in Chestertown, MD many years ago and was a recent graduate of UNH. Mrs Garman has been a co-owner of Sky Valley Motel in Bartlett since 1946, was a former president of the Bartlett PTA and was a member of Christ Church Episcopal in North Conway. She was an active member of St. George's Episcopal Church in Durham and was head of the Altar Guild and was active in the Church Fair and Thrift Shop for many years. She enjoyed cooking and was well known for her cinnamon rolls. She had been a member and served on the board of directors of A.R.A in Durham. Survivors include her husband of 11 years, Earl M. Garman of Durham. Two sons, David Eliason of Bartlett NH and "Hap" Eliason of Sunderland, VT; three daughters, Sylvia Needel of Canastota, NY, Cynthia Eliason and Susan Eliason, both of Bartlett, a stepdaughter, Kathleen Ann Uebel of Pittsford, NY; 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren; a sister, Mildred Costin of Baltimore, MD; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Douglas Bruce Eliason who died in 1969 at only 19 years. Visiting hours will be held Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the Kent and Pelczar Funeral Home, 41 East Exeter Street, Newmarket, NH. Funeral services will be held Friday at 10 a.m. at St. George's Episcopal Church in Durham with Rev. Albert Snow, rector, officiating. Graveside services will be held at the Bartlett Village Cemetery on Friday at 2 p.m. Flowers are acceptable or should friends desire, memorial donations may be made to the Altar Guild, St. George's Episcopal Church, PO Box 626, Durham, NH 03824. Alan Eliason of Chestertown, Maryland and Bartlett New Hampshire died on August 9, 2013 at Chester River Manor after a brief illness. He was 92. He was born in Chestertown on March 30, 1921 the son of the late Thomas Wilson and Marguerite Cree Eliason. He owned and operated Eliason Photographic Studio in Chestertown during the 1940's. He built and operated the Sky Valley Motel in Bartlett from 1950 until 1975. He was a Realtor with the Wimpy Thurston Agency and later Country Squire Realty in North Conway during the late 1950's until the early 1970's. He was instrumental in several community developments at Saco Ridge in Bartlett, Cathedral Ledge Village in North Conway and Tyrol in Jackson. He was a multi-talented man and it seemed there was nothing he didn't know how to do. He had a wonderful long life. (Picture was taken July 2013) He is survived by his wife Louise Avent Eliason, his children: Alan Dorsey Eliason, Sylvia Eliason Needel, David Alan Eliason, Cynthia Eliason Brown, and Susan Walker Eliason, his siblings: Mary Margaret Forney, John Cree Eliason, David Mead Eliason, and Walker Cree Eliason. He is also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Thomas W Eliason, Jr and a son, Douglas Bruce Eliason. Graveside services will be held privately at St. Paul’s Cemetery, Kent in Chestertown. Arrangements by Fellows, Helfenbein and Newnam Funeral Home Chestertown.--------------- -DOUGLAS ELIASON Douglas Bruce Eliason 18, died Nov 22, 1969 in Bartlett. He was born Dec. 12 1950 in Chestertown, Maryland the son of Alan and Elizabeth Dorsey Eliason and had lived in Bartlett formthe past 15 years. He was a graduate of Kennett High School Class of 1969 and was attending The Laconia Technical Institute. Besides his parents, survivors include two brothers Alan D. Eliason (“Hap”) of Bartlett and SP 4 David A. Eliason Institute Brigade – Special Forces, Fort Bragg, NC; three sisters Mrs Sylvia Needel of Brookline. Mass, Mrs. Cynthia Landry of Orlando, Fla., and Miss Susan Eliason of Bartlet, his paternal grandfather, Thomas Eliason of Chestertown, Md , and his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Nellie Brown of Baltimore Md. Funeral services were held Wednesday morning at Christ Church Episcopal with the Rev Donald Nickerson officiating. Burial took place at the Bartlett Village Cemetery. Bearers were David Eliason, Alan D Eliason, Michael Landers, Stuart Needel, Douglas Williams and Allan Mallett. The Furber Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Linda P. Eliason, 76, of Rupert, Vermont passed away at her home on January 21, 2023. Linda was born in North Conway, NH; the daughter of the late Norman L. and Marion F. (Young) Pennett. She attended school in Conway, NH and graduated from Kennett High School. Linda was a woman of many talents with the eye of an artist and a passion for antiques. She was a respected restorer of vintage and antique traditional hooked rugs, and often joked about her career as a “hooker”. Linda was an avid reader, loved gardening, jazz and cooking, and enjoyed the occasional glass of single malt Scotch. Linda is survived by her daughters Beth Eliason (Michael Cummings) of Ripton, VT and Heather Harding (William) of Pierre, South Dakota; her sister Norma Theo Pinette (Jerry Litofsky) of Baltimore, MD; grandchildren Morgan Czarnecki (Brad) of Rutland, VT; Zachary Golden (Kate Fuller) of Danby, VT; and Jayce Torri of St. Augustine, FL; her great grandchildren Blake and Layla whom she adored, and her beloved dog Isabelle. A celebration of life for Linda will be held Thursday February 2, 2023 from 4-6 pm at Brewster-Shea Funeral Home, 34 Park Place, Manchester Center, VT. If friends desire, memorial gifts in Linda’s memory may be made to the Foley Cancer Center in Rutland, VT or the Rupert Volunteer Fire Department, c/o Brewster-Shea Funeral Home, P.O. Box 885, Manchester Center, VT 05255. To send the family personal condolences please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com On Aug. 15, 2019, Earle W. Fernald, 55, passed away from battling liver cancer. He was surrounded inside his home in Bartlett by family when he took his last breathes. He is survived by his wife, Leigh Fernald; three daughters, Crystal Bowles, Tania Fernald and Bambi Shackford; one stepson, Robert Cote; two sisters, Joanne Graves and Etta Hill; and seven grandchildren. He is predeceased by his parents, Marilyn and George Fernald; brothers, Lawrence Fernald, Walter Fernald and John Fernald. He worked at Colemans when he became sick and worked for the Town of Bartlett for over 15 years before that. As of now, there will be no funeral services per his request but a graveside service will be held at a later date to be announced. =====================================-BACK TO -INDEX- =============== Robert O. Emerson, 73, of Bartlett, N.H., passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 19, 2019 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice Center in Scarborough, Maine. He was born March 27, 1946, in Norway, Maine, to Vera Merrill Emerson and Edwin A. Emerson. He graduated from Oxford Hills High School in 1964, and joined the U.S. Air Force, serving from 1965-69. After gathering with so many others at Woodstock, Bob attended College at the Virgin Islands and entered into the hospitality world. He spent most of his life traveling and managing hotels and resorts, later retiring to the quieter side of the business and settling in Bartlett with his wife, Cheryl Pettengill Emerson, and son Aaron Charles Emerson. He is survived by his wife, daughter Casey Louise Hickey, son Ian Hickey and grandson John Oliver Hickey of Worcester, Mass., his sister, Mary Emerson, of Lovell, Maine, and several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be from 2-4 p.m. on Friday, Aug, 23, 2019, at Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway, N.H. Gifts in his memory may be made to the Visiting Nurse Home Care & Hospice of Carroll County, P.O. Box 432, North Conway, NH 03860 or the Bartlett/Jackson Ambulance P.O. Box 422, Glen, NH 03838. To send a message of condolence, or for more information, go to furberandwhite.com Kevin W. Donovan, 70, of Intervale, N.H., died peacefully at his home on January 29, 2020 with his family by his side. He was born on June 23, 1949, in Somerville, Mass., the son of the late Paul J. Donovan and Eileen C. Donovan, of Norwood, Mass. Kevin graduated from Norwood High School in 1967. After graduating from the University of Massachusetts in 1971 with a degree in economics, Kevin lived and worked in greater Boston before moving to the Mount Washington Valley in 1976. He initially owned and operated his landscaping company, Mountainside Landscape Design, prior to starting a long career at Cranmore Mountain spanning more than two decades as director of mountain operations (aka Mr. Kevin). He spent the following 16 years serving the public as a regional supervisor for the New Hampshire State Parks, before retiring in 2018. Kevin is survived by the love of his life for more than 40 years, Kathleen; his two sons, Kirk (Thomas) and Christopher (Kimberly), and his grandson; his siblings, Steven, Mary Ellen and Brian (Barbara) Donovan; and many nieces and nephews. Kevin lived an active life, animated by a love of the outdoors that shaped not just his working careers but his family life. He cherished camping trips with family and friends to Maine, coaching Bartlett Little League, and watching his kids ski race across the Valley. He also had a love of travel, going with his family to locations as varied as Ireland, Spain, Italy, the Alps of Austria, and road trips out West. Kevin shaped his life around the people and things that were most important to him, including the many lasting friendships that he made. The positive impact he had on people’s lives is immeasurable. The family would like to thank the Bartlett EMS and Drs. D. Riss, R. Rabideau and D. Evans for their professional care. Kevin touched many lives throughout the valley and beyond. A celebration to honor his life for friends and family will be held at Delaney’s Hole in the Wall restaurant in North Conway on Feb. 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, and to honor his memory, donations can be made to Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation (P.O. Box 1842, North Conway, NH 03860). The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. ============================= ====== Stanley E. Davidson, 88, of Hudson, N.C ., passed away Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care — Robbins Center in Hudson. He was born June 3, 1931, in Woburn, Mass., to the late Stanley E. Davidson Sr. and Ruth Files Davidson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Madeleine S. Davidson, and son, Andrew W. Davidson. Survivors include his wife, Patricia E. Davidson; sons, David Davidson and wife, Tyha; and Mark Davidson and wife, Vivian; daughter, Joyce Cutts and husband, Jeffrey; Sue Davidson, widow of son Andrew; his sisters, Janet Patch, Ruth Dawkins and Temple Davidson; step-son, Allan Boyd; stepdaughter, Christine Bushey; grandchildren, Nicole Davidson, Yvonne Nicholas, Jonathan Davidson, Tyler Cutts, Robert Davidson, Kyle Bushey and Jacob Bushey; and great-grandson, Maxwell Nicholas. Stanley’s early years were spent in Woburn, Mass. He was educated in public schools in Woburn, Mass., The Tilton (prep) school located in Tilton, N.H., and Paul Smith’s College in Adirondack, N.Y., where he studied culinary arts and hospitality business management. In 1950, he was married to Madeleine Scott and they lived in the Boston area where he worked as a chef in a number of prestigious restaurants and managed food-service for some area hospitals. In 1954, Stanley and Madeleine both became Jehovah’s Witnesses, a faith that both were very active in until their passing. Stanley was very active in witness activities, including their door-to-door preaching work and public speaking assignments. He held positions of responsibility in the various congregations he and Madeleine attended in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. He was also involved with larger responsibilities that involved the organization and management of conventions and larger gatherings and construction of places of worship (Kingdom Halls). In 1993, his wife of many years, Madeleine passed away after an extended illness. In 1995, he was remarried to Patricia Fitzmorris. Patricia has been his companion and help-mate since, sharing with him in his work with Jehovah’s Witnesses which included volunteer disaster relief work for hurricane victims in St. Kitts and Puerto Rico and other special assignments. In 1962, he became involved with the management of his father’s business and took a position as general manager of the Kearsarge Peg Co., Inc. in Bartlett, N.H. The company was a manufacturer of wooden shoe pegs (nails) used for boot and shoe manufacturing and as a consumable component in the surface finishing and polishing of metal and plastic parts. In 1979, he became the president and owner of the company. In 2002, the company was sold and he retired from the business. He and his wife, Patricia, moved to the Lenoir, N.C., area where he maintained a very active participation in the Bible educational work of Jehovah’s Witnesses until his passing. A memorial will be at held at two locations simultaneously on Sunday, Aug. 11, at 6 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at 750 21st St. Dr SE, Hickory, N.C., and Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 72 Webster St. in Lewiston, Maine. Online condolences may be sent to evansfuneralservice.com . Evans Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Muriel L. Dana, 88, of Glen died January 29, 2018 at Androscoggin Valley Hospital in Berlin, following a sudden illness. Born in North Conway, the daughter of Neal and Reba (Reynolds) Crouse, she grew up in Intervale and moved to Glen in 1945. She attended Kennett High School in Conway and the married the love of her life, Harold W. Dana. Muriel had worked at the White Trellis Motel in North Conway, Storybook Inn in Glen and retired from Attitash Mountain Resort in Bartlett after 20 years. The family includes: two daughters, Brenda J. Medeiros and her husband Earl of Glen and Barbara J. Bowley of Rumford, ME; five grandchildren, Carla Placey Duval, Kevin Dana, Sarah Tower, Ashley Bowley and Madison Bowley; six great grandchildren; a sister, Marilyn H. Chappee of North Conway and several nieces and nephews. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by her daughter, Lenda Lou Dana. Memorial services will be held Saturday February 3, 2018 at 10 a.m. in the Glen Community Baptist Church with the Rev. William B. Rose, Jr. pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Glen Cemetery later in the spring. There will be no visiting hours. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements.0. Russell Fish, 73, passed away at Maine Medical Center on Jan. 17, 2021, after a series of illnesses. Russell was born in Revere, Mass., on July 23, 1947, and was the only son of Albert C. Fish and Ernestine Russell. Russ grew up in Massachusetts, but his heart was always in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. He fi rst visited this area as a boy and helped his father build a home in Crawford Notch, which they called Jellystone. These trips to New Hampshire instilled in him a love of the mountains, hiking, and the outdoors. Russ met his future wife, Margaret (Trecarten) Fish, while they were both working at the Willey House one summer. They were married in 1969 and remained deeply committed to one another throughout their lives. Russell joined the United States Air Force and served his country in the Vietnam War as part of the Red Horse Squadron . He also served in the Strategic Air Command in North Dakota. He was an avid photographer and loved to take photos both while he was in Vietnam and while documenting two family trips to many of America’s national parks. Russ liked to claim that the family visited “some parks,” but Dan, Bec, and Katie are pretty sure that they have visited every Indian ruin in the continental United States. Over the course of his career, Russ worked on a number of prominent structures including the Mount Washington Observatory, the White Mountains School, and the nuclear power plant at Seabrook. However, some of his fondest memories were working with his trusted friend Mike Lynn building homes in the valley. Most people knew Russ as a private person, but his children and grandchildren fondly remember the hours that he spent with them building amazing treehouses, constructing and launching model rockets, playing a mean game of hearts, and teaching them to shoot at the gravel pit. Russ is survived by his former wife Peg Fish and three of his four children, Rebecca Fish (Jonathan Scanlon) of Cape Elizabeth, Maine; Daniel Fish (Allyson Conley) of North Berwick, Maine; and Katherine Fish of Bartlett, N.H. Russell was predeceased by his daughter Amy Ruth Fish; and his sister Penny Spring. Russell is also survived by fi ve grandchildren, Jonathan Blackwell Russell Scanlon, Katherine Eleanor Scanlon, Alexander William Scanlon, Owen Russell Fish and Maggie Victoria Fish. Above all, Russ was a good man, who worked hard, and lived his life with decency and integrity. He left this world surrounded by the people he loved most, and he will forever be remembered as a beloved father and grandfather. The family plans a private viewing at Furber White Funeral Home this week. There will be a service and burial with full military honors at the Garland Ridge Cemetery in the spring of 2021. Arthur E. Junge-Dennison, 61, of Intervale, died April 29, 2011 at the Memorial Hospital in North Conway following a long illness. Born in Newton, Mass., the son of Arnold and Anna (Dempster) Dennison, he had lived in the Mount Washington Valley nearly 40 years. Arthur had worked for the State of New Hampshire and most recently was the attendant at the Scenic Rest Area in Intervale previous to his retirement. He was a U.S. Marine veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of the American Legion. He belonged to the National Rifle Association and was a former member of the North Conway Fire Department and Rescue Squad. Arthur adored his family and enjoyed photography, hunting, fishing and gardening. The family includes his wife of 32 years, Karen Junge-Dennison, of Intervale; a son, Andrew E. Junge-Dennison, of Intervale; a daughter, Aliana M. Lanciaux and her husband, Michel, of North Conway; a sister, Donna Budris and family, of Pleasanton, Calif; his father and mother-in-law, Ralph and Anna Junge, of North Conway; his sister-in-law, Kathleen Junge and her husband, Jeff, of Lyndeborough. Visiting hours will be held Friday, May 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. Private graveside services will be held in the North Conway Cemetery at a later date. Dennison ElizabethEliason AlanEliason DougEliason EliasonLinda EarlFernald EmersonRobert DonovanKevin DavidsonStan MurielDana FishRuss BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE Egbert Thurston Merrell Egbert Jr. ("Sam") died on July 18, 2020 at the age of 90 with his only regret being that he did not live to be 100. Barbara Decker Egbert, his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 67 years, will miss him with all of her heart and cherish their long life and memories together. Thurston would be the first to tell you that he had a happy and lucky life filled with family, fun and friends. In business he had a successful career and in retirement he had his skis, his sailboat and his tennis racquet. Thurston was born in New Haven, Conn., moved often and met Barbara in 10th grade Spanish class at Passaic High School, Passaic, N.J. He attended Dartmouth College ('52, Sigma Alpha Epsilon) where he earned his bachelor's degree in English. He and Barbara wed right after he was commissioned in the Navy, where he was stationed in Norfolk, Va., during the Korean War. He was a proud Veteran who loved his country. After the Navy, he was a reporter for the Passaic Herald News until 1960 when he went to work for General Electric. In 1967, he moved with his family to Paris, France, to serve as chief press and public relations officer for GE's computer subsidiary, Machines Bull. In 1970, he was promoted to public relations manager for all of GE's European operations, based in Geneva, Switzerland and subsequently Brussels, Belgium. In that position he played a key role in GE's expansion throughout Europe, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. He returned to the United States in 1979 to serve on GE's corporate public relations staff with company-wide responsibility. He retired in 1987. At his winter home in New Hampshire, Sam was an avid skier known at Attitash for being in the first chair of the lift every day, all season and for being a proud member of the AOGAs (Attitash Old Goats Association). His trail reports were predictably consistent: It was always perfect! There was no such thing as a bad day of skiing, just bad clothing choices. He advised everyone to “give every day a chance because you don't know if you don't go!” At his summer home in coastal Maine, Sam sailed and played tennis every day. When not outdoors, he took great pleasure in completing the New York Times crossword puzzle in red ink, since he had learned to do that with his mother as a child. He loved his peaceful lifestyle. His life lessons will live on in his family: Susan, Rogers, Karolyn, Merrell, Kadie, Nataliya, Lauren and Matt. His son, Thurston Merrell Egbert III predeceased him and undoubtedly on Saturday night they had a three-olive martini together. It was Sam’s wish to avoid the formalities of services and to encourage everyone to appreciate their lives and find pleasure in the outdoors. The family sends grateful thanks to the medical professionals involved for their knowledge & kindness. Typical Sam, he had no patience for cancer. Please show support to Visiting Nurse Home Care & Hospice of Carroll County or The Bartlett-Jackson Ambulance Service in Bartlett, N.H. The Cremation Society of New Hampshire, Littleton is in charge of arrangements. To view an online tribute, send condolences to the family or for more information, go to csnh.com.-- Hansjoerg Ettel 79, of Bartlett, N.H., passed away at Maine Medical Center on Oct. 30, 2021, after a short illness. Born in Cologne, Germany, he was a professionally trained druggist, owning several shops, as well as a traditional Bavarian Inn in the Alps. His hobby of photography followed him to the United States when he moved here in 1970s. Joerg had lived in several parts of this country, but fell in love with the Mount Washington Valley while on a tour of New England. He decided to move to Bartlett and made this his home there for the next 40-plus years. But, he never lost his love for his “birth city,” proudly flying the city banner of Cologne in his front yard on West Side Road. He also retained his love of Formula 1 racing, Koelsch beer and German food. Always a great host, he would make authentic German Sauerbraten for his guests. And, dinner was always followed with a dessert to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth, including his! Using his interest in photography he opened the Olde Time Photo booth at the Shops of Attitash, one of a number of craft shops organized for the summer operations at Attitash Ski Area. Joerg made many longtime friends among the other craft shop owners and visitors that came to Attitash during the summer months and to the Attitash Red Carpet Ski Shop, during the winter ski season. He joined the staff at Heaven’s Ski Shop in Glen, N.H., when it opened. Through his work, he met Forrester Clark and later became the caretaker of the family’s Wolfville property. Joerg became the face of Wolfville to the many generations of the Clark family and friends who visited the Bartlett property over the years. He managed and maintained the house and the grounds until his recent passing. Joerg was a friend to many and always ready to lend a helping hand. He was the perfect gentleman to all, strangers and friends alike, open but never one to pry. He will be greatly missed by all those he touched with his calm presence and caring attitude. Hansjoerg is survived by his son, Hansjoerg Jr. who lives in Germany. There is a celebration remembrance of Joerg being planned for the spring of 2022. Details to be announced when complete. ================== BACK TO -INDEX ========= Jan Gordon Filip III As Frank Sinatra occasionally sang,” I’m going to live until I die,” so could be said of Jan Gordon Filip III, who died peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 1, 2022. Born the youngest of three children near Prague, Czechoslovakia, Jan, an adventurous spirit, was the only one from his family to flee his homeland. While weary of the rise of communism spreading throughout Czechoslovakia, Jan made the inconceivable decision at the age of 18 to literally “take a hike” by heading into the nearby mountains with just his backpack. It was there he was confronted by guards who believed the story of his going on a “hiking trip.” Later that night, under the threat of searchlights, he was able to give them all the slip and swim across the border to safety. After spending a couple years living at the U.S.-led refugee camp in Germany, he was fortunate to, as he would say, “seize the moment” in his current life by accepting a scholarship to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, on the condition of joining the military at some point in the future. Since he was fluent in six languages, Jan was a natural candidate for the U.S. Army’s Intelligence Division where he served for four years. Not only was he able to receive a degree in civil engineering from Boston’s Northeastern University and MIT, he also was able to receive his U.S. citizenship, which was what he was aiming for all along. His influential decision to come to America was made easier by sponsorship from the Boy Scouts of America. As well as meeting up with Jan upon arrival in America, their Northeast Reginal Director helped him secure a job at Pine Knoll Camp in Albany, N.H. This summer counselor’s job eventually led to a blind date set up by Jan’s co-counselor with a girl from Glen, N.H. This could be another one of those moments in one’s life when something happens, as Jan so recently liked to ponder, that causes one to go in a totally different direction ... that is when he introduced himself to Stella Clark, proprietor of Storybook Inn in Glen, N.H., and mother to Charless Ann Tofft. That same day Stella would prophesize to her daughter that she had just met Charless’ husband! No surprise then for Stella when Jan and Charless married in Dec. 15, 1955, in Boston. They were to spend the next 61 years together raising four children and a number of exotic birds, bulldogs, cats and sheep, while running Storybook Inn and several other businesses in the Mount Washington Valley for the rest of their lives. Quite the storyteller, Jan liked to talk about how after taking over the helm at Storybook Inn in 1958, he was offered a job on the spot as an engineer to help with the project design of Routes 16 and 302 in Glen, and how he was instrumental in getting the state of New Hampshire to build the road so that it would go directly in front of the inn. Jan enjoyed telling the story of when he and his wife took over Storybook Inn after the death of Charless’ mother, they made the major decision in declining several local offers to buy the property. Apparently, the potential buyers felt the young couple could use some help with the inn’s $50,000 debt by offering them $50,000 for the property. With a lot of hard work and long hours throughout the years, they were able to pay off that $50,000 debt and secure a loan from the bank six years later to build 20 more units. Jan’s vision of building an ice cream store across the street became a reality when the doors to the Glen Dairy Queen opened in 1968. While Charless cooked and ran the inn’s restaurant, Jan ran the Dairy Queen, and they both shared in renting Storybook’s rooms. From then on about every decade some major expansion took place at Storybook Inn, to include six new buildings and one major renovation while becoming a Best Western hotel member for about 20 years. Over the years, Charless and Jan were able to acquire Sylvan Pines motel in North Conway, N.H., and the Red Apple Inn in Glen. Jan started The Breakfast Club restaurant in North Conway then 13 years ago replaced that building with a new Dairy Queen. About four or six years back, Jan received a beautiful golf cart for Father’s Day. Proud of his family roots and heritage, Jan made sure to display a sticker of the Czech flag on the golf cart. He enjoyed driving around the property on that bright yellow golf cart nodding to guests and employees. He was very much a lover of flowers, plants, shrubs and fruit trees and found pleasure in checking on them while out on his rides about the property. He would get a thrill when some of his house plants, especially the Christmas cactus, would bloom. He took great pride in the past two years for peddling on his exercise bicycle the distance in miles to peddle to California and back. His life revolved around his family and of course his businesses. He was supportive in watching his granddaughter, Leilani, performing in her theater and dance recitals these past few years, and was fortunate to meet his namesake, his grandson, when he was born almost two years ago. He always looked forward to going swimming for hours upon hours in Jamaica’s Caribbean Sea and relaxing on the beach with his wife and family members on their nearly annual late fall vacations. He was passionate about traveling and visited six continents with his wife throughout the years. He was a member of the North Conway Rotary Club for over 50 years with a virtually perfect attendance record. He was also a member of the Masons in North Conway, where he held the top leadership role at one point. He volunteered with the 4-H sheep program and volunteered with the Eastern Slope Ski Club Junior Ski Program where he taught skiing. Being an avid skier, he was one of the first people from New Hampshire to go helicopter skiing in the Bugaboos of British Columbia and continued skiing for most of his life. Throughout the years Jan has been a staunch employer of hundreds of locals and foreign students, not to mention personally driving up to Berlin, N.H., to transport employees to and from work. Jan knew how to buckle down and work diligently, often toiling 18 hours a day until the job was done. This hard-earned attribute prompted one of his children to remark: “He was the toughest employer I ever had.” Another recently commented they’d consider it fortunate to get to Jan’s age and be able to do even half the things he was doing. Jan never really retired from working. In fact, he was still going strong at age 95. This past summer and fall, he was still an integral employer for Storybook Inn ... still the Filip family rock. He has been an important figure in our lives. His continuing presence is heartfelt and we are heartbroken; he will be sorely missed. Jan is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Charless, as of 5½ years ago; and by his sisters, Elizabeth and Ludmila. He is survived by his children, Jan Filip, IV and grandson, Jan Filip, V; Lucy (Brian) Eling and granddaughter, Leilani; Chris (Marc) Zuffa and granddaughter, Stefany; and Elizabeth Filip; also his nephew, Joseph Vastl and family. A private burial is planned for the spring. =================================== ======== BACK TO -INDEX ======== Vivian Rose Eastman, 93, of Glen N.H. , passed away peaceably on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022, at the Memorial Hospital in North Conway, N.H., with her loving family by her side. Vivian was born in Bartlett, N.H., to George A. and Emma R. (Burke) Robertson on Nov. 19, 1928. She was a lifelong resident of the Mount Washington Valley and will be missed by everyone that knew her. She was the last survivor of 11 children. She married Arnold P. Eastman on Dec. 23, 1952. Together they raised five children. Mom was a homemaker and was always canning fruits and vegetables, churning butter, making doughnuts, baking bread and many sweets as Daddy always carried a dinner pail. There was always an extra plate at the table as you never knew who the kids or Dad would bring home to feed. When we were little, there was usually a Sunday ride to Brownfield, Maine, to purchase Italian sandwiches and check out the Brownfield fire damage. We would then go to Fryeburg, Maine, and get an ice cream at The Dairy Joy. Mom loved our mother/daughter weekends that we enjoyed once a month. We would stay at each others house for the weekend and play cards, eat, and party till one or two in the morning. Her favorite trip was the weekend we went to Camden/Rockland, Maine. Her greatest joy was being a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She was a past member of the Glen Grange, Glen Community Baptist Church, and the Bartlett Rescue. She was also a member of the Glen-Bartlett County Extension Group where she learned to make jellies, can vegetables, cane chairs, hook rugs, braid rugs, quilting, and anything to do with the home. She had the honor of going to the Mall in Washington D.C., with her sister in law Dorothy Towle to present quilt making during the 1999 Smithsonian Folklife Festival Deeply Rooted: Celebrating New Hampshire Stories. They also displayed the 1976 Bi-Centennial Quilt made by both of them and the Glen-Bartlett Extension Group which now resides at the Conway Historical Society. She was a great seamstress and made many of her children’s clothes as well as her own. Knitting was a hobby of hers and her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandson were the recipients of her many sweaters, hats, and mittens. Some of us are fortunate to have received one of her quilts to treasure forever. She is survived by her four children, Karen (Terry) Leach of Fryeburg; Rose (Reggie) Illsley of Intervale, N.H.; Allen (Debbie) Eastman of Glen, N.H. and Joyce Shaffner of Bridgton, Maine; son in law Hal Handelman of Arizona; grandchildren, Tommy Leach, Michael (Erin) Leach, Patrick (Jen) Haley, Adam Haley, Jeffrey (Roxanne) Lucy and Stephanie (Jon) Poure; great-grandchildren, Alexis, Emma Leach, Ryan, Renee, Dylan, Dustin, Hermoine Haley, Meredith, Alexander Lucy and Lillian and Gavin Poure; great-great-grandson Bentley Daniel Wade McCloud and her companion, Gordon Lang. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her husband Arnold (Gib) Eastman, oldest daughter D. Gail (Haley) Handelman, her parents George and Emma, and her brothers Cecil, Albert, George Jr., Seth, Glenn (Pike), Floyd (Sharkie),and Victor; sisters Pearl, Annie, and Stella. Graveside services will be held on Friday, Aug. 19, at 1 p.m. at the Glen Cemetery. Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bartlett/Jackson Rescue Glen, NH 03838. MARK Wayne Dolley, son of the late Gary Dolley and Marcia Clemons Dolley, died of natural causes on July 15, 2023. He grew up in Bartlett, N.H., and joined the Army after graduating from Kennett High School, spending time in Colorado and Germany. While in the Army, Mark also enjoyed skiing the Rockies and the Alps. He lived in San Diego, Calif., after his time in the service. Mark then moved back East to be closer to family and settled in southern New Hampshire, where he lived and worked for the last few decades. He liked the challenge of working on big rigs in his job as a heavy duty mechanic. He also loved music, car racing and Boston sports teams, especially watching the Red Sox with his dad. Mark is survived by his mother Marcia Dolley; sisters, Denise Barrington and Sherry Roberts; niece Kirby Barrington; nephews Jacob Barrington and Christopher Roberts; and several aunts and uncles. A private memorial will be held for close family.--- David A. Dudley, Jr., 72, of Stewartstown, died at the Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital in Colebrook on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, following a brief battle with brain cancer. To those in Stewartstown he was known as the local butcher, to his friends and family he was a wonderful brother, uncle, father, grandfather and lifelong friend. David passed away quietly surrounded by the love of his life, Christine Webster, and his two daughters. David was born at Memorial Hospital in North Conway on July 31, 1951, to Cecile Miller and David Dudley, Sr. He was raised in Bartlett along with his three sweet sisters, Diane, Connie and Beverly. He also spoke lovingly about his hometown and the many hours he spent in the woods hunting and fishing, swimming the rivers, messing around at the railroad trestles, learning to play instruments from the neighbors and, of course, causing a little town mischief with "the Bartlett boys.” You all know who you are! He also spent many summers taking the train from Bartlett to Colebrook to work on his grandparent’s farm. He would often tell of the hard work in those hot fields, required porch naps (even as a teenager), meals made from scratch, the occasional root beer float, learning to pickle, milking the cows, replacing fence posts, and sleeping like a rock in that old farm house. David attended school at Bartlett Elementary School and then A. Crosby Kennett High School in Conway. He played sports, and was a member of the choir and band during his high school days. He later left high school and joined the Navy, making the USS Buck 761 his new home. He proudly served his country, enjoyed all the travel and returned to civilian life. David returned to his love of music and played the bass guitar in many local bands, got married and raised his family in the Conway area. Over the years he worked for JV Components, Mr. Butcher, Hannaford Supermarkets, Palmer Machine Shop, and Solomon's Grocery where he worked for almost 20 years in West Stewartstown, retiring in 2018. David has two daughters from a previous marriage: Stacey Dudley and her husband Drew Strout of Lincolnville, Me., and Jamie Dudley and her partner Donnie Butters of Chatham N.H. He leaves behind 5 grandchildren for whom his world revolved around, and he recently learned he would become a great-grandfather this fall to twins! Known as Camp Grampa to them, he was the keeper of good snacks, he was the great north woods "deer & bear killer" and one heck of a fisherman! Every brook they dropped line in was a magic brook! For the past 13 years, David was reunited with a middle school girlfriend he met again at a class reunion. He and his honey-bee (Christine) spent a little more than the last decade caring for each other in their little cabin in the woods. They spent much of their time raising gardens, canning, laughing and telling stories from their porch, watching the hummingbirds, and preparing for the seasons of the north country that can include multiple winters, 3rd spring, 2 weeks of summer, all in the same year! They loved the solitude and simplicity of their life in Stewartstown. Christine and his daughters will recall his love of ice cream, lobster and lottery tickets. He loved all of God’s animals, especially his golden retriever "Ole Holly Girl," who saw him through tough times. David's retirement left more time to go antiquing, renewed his interest in old coins, getting reacquainted with old western movies, getting back into bow-hunting, and spending more time with his family and friends. His daughters will spend the rest of their lives trying to perfect his pot roast and mashed potatoes! Just the best evah! David will always be remembered for his sense of humor, colorful language, hospitality, love of cooking, independent nature and willingness to learn. He would tell you he never went to college because the school of "hard knocks" was offering a free ride for all of those who showed up! Then he would nudge your shoulder, smile and laugh and give you a big hootie-who! He will be sadly missed but his memory will live on in our hearts. Visting hours are planned at Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home at 103 Main Street, Colebrook, NH, on Sunday, May 19th, 2024, from 1:30-3 pm. A celebration of life will be planned later this summer. Expressions of sympathy in David's memory may be made to: Homeland Heroes Foundation, 10 Delaware Drive, Suite 1, Salem, NH 03079; or visit: www.homelandheroesfoundation.org . Condolences may be offered on-line by going to www.jenkinsnewman.com . Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of David A. Dudley Jr please visit our Sympathy Store._ ==================================== Allen Wayne Eastman It is with extreme sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Allen Wayne Eastman of Glen, NH on Oct. 21, 2025. at the age of 72. He was born Feb. 6, 1953, to Arnold P. Eastman and Vivian R. Eastman in North Conway, NH at Memorial Hospital. He lived in Glen, N.H., most all of his life and attended Bartlett Elementary school and graduated from Kennett High School in Conway, NH. He was very active in sports while attending school, including football and baseball. After high school he played in the senior softball league and his team was known as the Grizzlie’s. He hit many home runs. During high school he worked for Spruce Mountain Lodge in Jackson, N.H., and that is when he got his first dog named “Snookie” and there were many more dogs and cats to follow. He loved his animals and wherever he went, his dogs went with him. If you valued your hand, you did not try to enter the truck if Allen wasn’t in it. He graduated from the 30th class of the Police Academy in August 1976. He enjoyed the police force for over 12 years. We are sure there are many stories to be told including skidding into a bank building. When Allen was about three or four years old he climbed up into his father’s John Deer tractor and started it up. Of course his mother and sisters did not know how to turn it off, so they called their neighbor for help. We think that is when he got the bug for excavation! He worked for locals Gene Fernandez, Ed Luken and Owen Jefferson . He started a business with his father in 1978 as A. Eastman & Son. He was known as “Big A” throughout town as evidence of his number plates. He loved being on a tractor or excavator. That is where he felt at home. Allen sold the business Oct. 1, 2019, to Gene Brown, but kept a small space for his chair and television. He usually went to the garage almost every day. Allen married Debra Cloutier on July 8, 2006, at the Stonehurst Manor in North Conway, N.H., and arrived by helicopter with his best man and friend Speedo (attached to a ball and chain, courtesy of Speedo}. Allen and Debbie celebrated their anniversary every year in July with a townwide party. He was known for his sausages, calico beans, macaroni and cheese, and strawberry shortcake. Everyone looked forward to helping them celebrate each year (this being their 19th). Allen was always lending a helping hand to anyone. He was very generous hearted and did a lot for people less fortunate. His friends were many; it did not matter if you were a millionaire or less fortunate, they were his friends. He was loved and will be missed by all. He loved going to his camp in Pittsburg, N.H. His friend and carpenter David would get it ready for him and Debbie. Allen and Debbie would load up the dogs and cats and head off for some quiet time at camp feeding the deer. Please do not think that he was all peaches and cream, as he could be very stubborn. Especially when it came to his sweets and bread. He felt you were on this earth for a short time so you might as well enjoy it while you were here! A special thanks to Gene Brown and his sons and employees for all their help to Allen and Debbie. He was very generous with his time and the family appreciates it. Allen was previously deceased by parents Arnold Eastman and Vivian (Robertson) Eastman; his father-in-law, Joe Dafonseca; his sister D. Gail Handelman; his brother-in-law J. Reggie Illsley ; and his great niece Alexis Mary Leach. The family includes his wife Debbie (Cloutier) Eastman; mother-in-law Gloria Dafonseca; sisters Karen Leach, Rose Illsley and Joyce Shaffner; brothers-in-law Terry Leach, Hal Handelman and Michael Dafonseca; sister-in-law Karen Dafonseca; and several nieces, nephews and families. Visiting hours are Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, from 4-6 p.m. at Furber Funeral Home, 2925 White Mountain Hwy, North Conway, N.H. Funeral services will be Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Union Congregational Church of Bartlett on Albany Avenue in Bartlett, N.H. with burial in the Glen Cemetery immediately following. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to True North Veterinary Hospital, 1053 U.S. 302, Bartlett, NH 03812 or Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, 1389 Bridgton Road, Fryeburg, ME 04037 Arrangements are in the care of Furber Funeral Home and Cremation Services at 2925 White Mountain Highway in North Conway. ===================================== DolleyMark Ettel Filip EastmanVivian DudleyDavid BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE EastmanALLEN BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE ElliottBert BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE Opal Eastman Opal T. Eastman, 93, of North Conway died Dec. 23, 2003 at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. Born in Bartlett, the daughter of George and Lillias (Sarson) Knight she lived in Brooklyn, N.Y. and Littleton before moving to Conway in 1972. She worked at New England Telephone Company and North Conway Post Office. She was also the bookkeeping supervisor at White Mountain Bank, as well as a telephone operator at Yield House.While living in Littleton she was a member of Eastern Star and had the honor of being worthy matron.She is survived by her daughter, Jean E. LaBelle of Center Conway; two grandchildren, Terrence Scott Johnson of Seattle, Wash. and Michelle Lynn Johnson of Arizona; a niece, Anita E. Stanley of Conway; a grand nephew, Peter A. Stanley of Seattle; and several other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Everett "Bud" Eastman. Graveside services will be held in Bartlett Village Cemetery in the spring. Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of the arrangemen BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE

Cooks Crossing Bartlett NH 03812 BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 Cooks Crossing We were recently asked how COOK'S CROSSING came to be named. Norm Head just happened to know the answer. I grew up and still live just up the road from your house (assuming it’s the first shingle style cottage going down the West Side) and am quite familiar with it. The Cook family once owned all of the land that now surrounds your cottage as well as the acreage where The Seasons Condominiums are now. The last Cook family member I knew was Roland Cook who lived in an old farmhouse in the middle of what is now The Seasons Property. I remember his house was reached by a long driveway and was surrounded by pine trees. Mr. Cook worked at Mt. Cranmore and was killed one day on his way to work. The accident happened near the present location of Milford Flooring in Intervale. As you know, there presently is an overpass over the railroad tracks, but the overpass was not always there. Before my time, the road used to just go over the tracks without the benefit of an overpass and vehicles proceeding W or E on Route 302 would have to stop for train traffic. The tracks would thus “cross” the road. Since the Cook family owned most of the land around there and Yankees like to give locations local names, it became known as Cook’s Crossing. The name still shows on many maps and locals still know the reference. It retains its name but I suppose as time goes by, the name may fade away. Another example of a named crossing is where the tracks cross the road just west of Attitash. That is known as Rogers’ Crossing after Harry Rogers and the Rogers family who used to have a farmhouse just over the tracks on the right. Sadly, that house burned flat (and quickly) on a cold and very windy morning. That land as well as the adjoining land where the former town dump was located is now owned by Joe Berry's Company. Hope this helps, glad to try to answer any other questions you might have. Hard to believe that I may be becoming one of those “old timers” that we used to refer to. Editors Note: In recent history some folks refer to this area as "Sucker Brook", which probably refers to a small seasonal stream in the area. Upper Bartlett Glen Area Cooks Crossing Goodrich Falls Jericho Intervale Dundee West Side Road Kearsarge Photo of Edith and her sister Dena Cook on the front lawn of their house at Cooks Crossing, June 26, 1955. In this view we are looking East on West Side Road. We think this is at the first house on the right. In the Cooks Crossing area, Seth and Pearl Towle and, from left to right: Vivian Robertson (Eastman) -Mildred Locke (Kelley) - Merlene Locke (Hatch) - Marie Frechette and Floyd Robertson Upper Bartlett Glen Area Cooks Crossing Goodrich Falls Jericho Intervale Dundee West Side Road Kearsarge snowmobile On November 22, 1927, Carl Eliason of Sayner, Wisconsin was issued the first patent for a snowmobile. Eliason built the prototype in a garage behind the general store he ran. Using bicycle parts, ¼ of a radiator from a Ford Model T, and skis that were rope controlled, the first snowmobile was born. Over the next 15 years, the snowmobiles went into production with continuous refinement and development. 40 were built and sold with no three exactly alike. http://www.eliason-snowmobile.com/phase/phase1.htm NOTE: Carl Eliason is not any relation to Dave Eliason who edits this website.

, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , SECTION A - B tODDANTHONY BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE Todd D. Anthony, 42, of Bartlett passed away suddenly August 15, 2010 at his home due to a sudden illness. He was born on February 16, 1968 at Memorial Hospital in North Conway to Mary Bartlett and George Anthony of Bartlett, was raised by his "nana" Joanna Ainsworth and was a lifelong resident of Bartlett. He was predeceased by his mother Mary Bartlett, his Nana Joanna Ainsworth, and his Uncle Timmy "Stitch" Ainsworth whom he missed and loved dearly. Todd is survived by favorite Aunt Cathy Ainsworth of Center Conway who had lived with Todd for many years. His brother Scott Anthony who lives in Maine. His sister Christine E Kimball and her husband Dwight of Center Conway, his two nieces Ashlyn and Crystal and nephews Kyle and Dale from Center Conway. Also his dog Maggie who was his best friend whom he loved spending time with. He loved to go hunting, fishing, riding snow machines and was an avid NASCAR fan who loved to watch the races with his Nana and has taken many trips to watch them throughout the years. Todd was a fixture at Attitash Mountain he had worked as a groomer and maintenance supervisor for over 20yrs and just loved being on the mountain. Every day was a new challenge for him there and he loved making Jumps with the snow. He enjoyed the challenge of creating something new for the winter Events. Most people who met Todd really enjoyed being around him. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday August 26, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at the base lodge of Attitash Bear Creek on Rt. 302 Bartlett NH, 03812. All will be encouraged to tell us your life experience with Todd. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. --------------------------- Kathleen C. “Kay” Anthony, 80, of Conway passed away July 2, 2009 after a brave fight with many illnesses. Born in Bartlett on April 25, 1929, the daughter of Vernon and Kathleene (Fitzgerald) Towle, she had been a lifelong resident of the Mount Washington Valley. She was a housewife and waitress for most of her life. Kay loved her White Mountains and her family. She loved to see the flowers bloom and watch the birds at her feeder. She was a strong woman with a huge heart and a loving smile. Anyone who knew her fell in love with her, and she filled the hearts of everyone she met. The family includes two sons, James M. Johnston and his wife, Patricia, of Glen, and Michael J. Anthony and his wife, Jacquelyn, of Tamworth; nine grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; two sisters, Mary Locke of Conway and Pat Boyington of Dover; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Minard E. Anthony, in 1994, and two daughters, Terry Lee Barbour in 1997 and Kathleen M. Johnston in 2007. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 7, at 11 a.m. in the First Church of Christ Congregational in North Conway, with the Rev. Dr. Donald F. Derse, pastor, officiating. Visiting hours will be Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. Burial will be in the Bartlett Village Cemetery. Donations may be sent to R.S.V.P., P.O. Box 1182, North Conway, NH 03860-1182. --------------------------- ------------------------------------ David James Booth, 68, of Bartlett, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2011, with his daughter, Brenda, by his side at Memorial Hospital. He was born on Oct. 5, 1942. His parents were the late Walter and the late Edith. He grew up in Tewksbury, Mass. and Wilmington, Mass. He was in the Marines from 1961 to 1965, During his years he had been a truck driver, working in a machine shop and many restaurants. He retired in 2004 due to his health. David was predeceased by his parents, Walter in 1995 and Edith in 1984 and his wife of 44 years, Rose, in 2010. He leaves behind two daughters, Tara Roark and family, of Hudson, and Brenda Booth and finance, Eddie Lepore, of Conway; a son, David Booth, of Madison; four brothers and two sisters, Charles, of Medford, Mass., Richard, of Chicopee, Mass., Walter, of Peabody, Mass., Donald, of Manchester, Roberta Dane, of Morriston, Fla., and Ruth Hussey, of Edgewater, Fla.; two grandchildren; and a good friend from high school, Wally Smith, of Hewitt, Texas. There will be a private service in May for family only. ---BACK TO -INDEX- ------ AnthonyKathleen DavidBooth ClintBurkeSR Clinton I. Burke: 1922-2009. Mr. Burke, of Charlotte, passed away October 6, 2009. Born and reared in Bartlett, NH, he was the last surviving child of the late Joe and Alice Burke. His life journey began at an early age. At 15, he worked winters on the formidable Mount Washington, cross-country skiing or snow shoeing 8/12 miles to the summit to work in winter temperatures of -35 degrees with winds of up to 200 miles per hour. So was forged his work ethic. Going off to War in 1941 with the Navy, he served aboard the USS Radford and for his service received the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service, and Medal of Valor. Upon the war's end, he returned to his beloved New Hampshire with his bride, Priscilla. He lost Priscilla after 63 years of marriage enduring together the joys and pitfalls of life. From the day of her passing until his own, his greatest longing was to be returned to her side. He was a 40-year member of Mount Washington Lodge #87 AF & AM, Bektash Temple, and passed the 32nd degrees of the Scottish Rites. He raised three sons and by example taught them the values of honesty, work ethic and love of God, Country and family. He lost his eldest son, Joe in 1985. His two sons, Jerry and Clint, Jr. and wives, Wendy and Sandy, survive him, as do three grandsons, Noah, Caleb and Elijah, their wives, one granddaughter, Raine and a great grandson, Shamus. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his 11 brothers and sisters. A celebration of Clint's life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 10th at Central Steele Creek Presbyterian Church, 9401 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28273 with the Reverend Luke Maybry officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rotary Flight of Honor, P.O. Box 495, Gastonia, NC 28053, or the donor's charity of choice. The family cannot begin to express all their gratitude to the staff and doctors of CMC Main, 11th Floor ICU, who made Clint's last days not only peaceful, but memorable. Published in Charlotte Observer on October 9, 2009 Ed. Note: The funeral was held on October 17th in Bartlett, New Hampshire at the Congregational Church and burial followed in the Garland Ridge Cemetery. The picture is from the 1933 Bartlett Grammar School Yearbook and is titled "1932-1933 Honor Roll Grades 1 - 6 Click image for a bigger version ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Pearl A. Barnes, 88, of Bartlett, died May 12, 2011 at Mineral Springs in North Conway. Born in West Burke, Vt., she grew up in Lyndon Center, Vt. and had lived in Stark for seven years before moving to Bartlett 50 years ago. Mrs. Barnes had been employed at the Kearsarge Peg Mill in Bartlett for several years. She was a member of the Langdon Lodge of the Rebekah’s and the Union Congregational Church of Bartlett. Pearl enjoyed making wedding and anniversary cakes, oil painting and gardening. She and her husband also enjoyed trips to Arizona in their motor home in the winter and an additional journey to Australia and New Zealand. The family includes her husband, Belvin R. Barnes, of Bartlett; a daughter, Lorraine P. Dunleaby and her husband, Dan, of Montgomeryville, Pa.; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by three children, Frances P. Barnes in 1963, Donald R. Barnes in 1983 and Richard B. Barnes in 2008. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 16, at 2 p.m. in the Union Congregational Church of Bartlett. Burial will be in the Bartlett Village Cemetery. Visiting hours will be Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. J BarnesPearl BelvinBarnes BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE Belvin R. Barnes, a loving spouse, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on July 16, 2019, at Mineral Springs in North Conway, N.H., after a long and full life. Belvin was born on April 23, 1921, in Island Pond, Vt., the son of Marjory (Hobbs) and Cydney Barnes. He grew up in a family of eight children. Belvin attended the school next door and graduated from high school in Island Pond. Belvin lived and worked most of his life in the North Country. The exception being time spent in Connecticut to support the World War II effort by working in a parts factory. The majority of Belvin’s career was spent working for the U.S. Forest Service. He started as a tower man, watching for forest fires. For many years, he headed a Forest Service crew that built trails and did construction projects. His fondest memories included working with Belvin’s Buccaneers, a group of young men he taught to become men through role-modeling, hard work, determination, and his caring spirit. Some of Belvin’s favorite projects included mapping and building trails throughout the White Mountains, the renovation of Dolly Copp Campground, and the rebuilding of the Albany (Passaconway) Covered Bridge. Belvin loved the outdoors. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially at the family camp near Island Pond. He was an avid gardener throughout his life. After his many years of working outside in all weather conditions, he especially appreciated warm, sunny days and sitting outside to visit with family and friends. Belvin’s hobbies also included oil painting, woodworking and traveling. After retiring, Belvin and his wife, Pearl, spent many winters in Arizona, traveling cross-country in their motor home. A trip of a lifetime occurred when they traveled to their dream destinations of Australia and New Zealand. Belvin was predeceased by five of his siblings. In 2011, he lost the love of his life, Pearl, (Moulton) Barnes, after 63 years of marriage. He was also predeceased by three of his children. His daughter Frances passed away in 1963, his son Donald in 1983, and his son Richard in 2008. Belvin is survived by two of his sisters, Ava Marshall of Groveton, N.H. and Joyce Caouette and her husband, Robert, of Berlin, N.H. He is also survived by his daughter and her husband, Lorraine and Dan Dunleavy, of Montgomeryville, Pa. He will be missed by his grandchildren and their spouses: Patti Barnes and Burr Phillips of Bartlett, N.H.; Richard Barnes and Mercy Gonzales-Barnes of El Centro, Calif.; Cammy and Lenny Guest of Pittsfield, N.H.; Mark and Kathy Lane of Zionsville, Pa.; Eric and Karen Barnes of Buxton, Maine; Kathryn and Adam Mason of Fair Haven, Vt.; and Ethan Barnes of Granville, N.Y. He also leaves behind 16 great-grandchildren and many caring relatives, neighbors and friends. A special thank you is extended to everyone who made a positive contribution to Belvin’s later years. Additionally, the family wishes to acknowledge the staff of Mineral Springs for the care and kindness they provided for Belvin during the last four years of his life. Belvin will be remembered for his love of the outdoors and for his work ethic. He will also be remembered for his caring spirit, sense of humor, and his positive attitude. Visitation will be held at the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway, NH on Sunday, July 21, from 6 to 7:30 pm. A service of remembrance will be held on Monday, July 22, at 10 am at the Union Congregational Church of Bartlett. The Rev. Susan Jepson will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Union Congregational Church of Bartlett, 14 Albany Avenue, Bartlett, NH 03812. To send a message of condolence, or for more information, go to furberandwhite.com . ==================================================== Annie "Winnie" Burke passed from this life to a well-deserved new life with her husband, I. Merle Burke Sr., and all eight of her brothers and sisters on Aug. 12, 2014. She was surrounded by her daughter, Marilyn Cook; her son, Merle Burke; and her niece and nephew, Sandra and Larry Eldridge. Winnie had been residing in The Merriman House at the Memorial Hospital for the last three years. She loved all of her fellow neighbors living there and the wonderful staff who took such great care of her. Winnie was born in Medford, Mass. and came to New Hampshire to work at Howard Johnson where she met and then married her husband, Merle Sr. She lived her entire life in Bartlett where she soon became a well loved friend and neighbor. They had three children, Marilyn Burke Cook, of Bartlett, Merle Burke Jr., of Bedford, and Margaret "Peg" Burke, living in Sandwich; five grandchildren, Lisa Cook Dombroski, of Madison, Laurie Cook Langley, of Berlin, John Cook II, of Windsor, Vt., Lindsey Burke, of Anson, Maine, and Ward Burke, of Porland, Ore.; five great-grandchildren, Samantha Amero, Roland Amero Jr., Courtney Amero, Quincie Langley, John Cook III, and Anthony Cook; and lastly three great-great grandchildren, Morgan Price, Westin Ethier, and Wyatt Price; numerous nieces and nephews, way too many to list from all around the country and she is a well know and well loved member of the Bartlett community. Memorial service will be held Thursday, Aug. 21, at the Union Congregational Church in Bartlett at 11 a.m. with reception to follow in the church basement. -------------------------------------------- Florence Irene Allan, 81, of Intervale, N.H., passed away on March 10, 2020. Born and raised in the Mount Washington Valley, she loved the valley and the community. She met and married her husband Henry in 1958 and they raised their son here. Florence loved spending time with her family on their land right by Saco River. She loved to crochet and knit and was very active in her community serving as a majorette and brownie leader. She is survived by her son Roger James Allan of Houston, Texas; her sister, Patricia Bolduc of Manchester, N.H.; her brother Robert Thomas Jamison of Wooddale, Ill.; three nieces, Cherie Goodrich of Bartlett, N.H.; Shelly Rae Bolduc of Redstone, N.H.; and Lori-Lee Warner of Imlay City, Mich.; and a cousin, Marie Bellefontain of South Portland, Maine. She is predeceased by her husband M. Henry Allan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Mountains Church on Friday, March 13, at 11 a.m. followed by a burial in the spring. =============================== ---------------------------------------------- WinnieBurke AllenFlorence ClintBurke BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE Clinton Irvin Burke, Jr, beloved husband of Sandra Vandevere Burke, passed away unexpectedly on August 13, 2020 at the age of 70. Clint began his life in Bartlett, New Hampshire where he developed a great love of the outdoors. Skiing from the age of 5, he continued this love throughout his life; he loved teaching young children to ski and did this as part of his job at Carroll Reed Ski Shop teaching young school children. He continued this great love by going to school at Western State in Gunnison, Colorado where he was also on the National Ski Patrol. Clint and Sandra met after she hit his parked car and left a note; they were married six months later and spent 48 wonderful and eventful years together. Clint started his career as a lumber inspector and then moved into sales where he found his true calling. Clint was a salesman who never met a stranger. Moving to Charlotte in 1989, he continued his sales career with automotive, jewelry, and insurance/financial services. After retiring, Clint found that he missed talking and meeting new people so he went back to work part time with Enterprise Car Rental. His attribute was making people smile and laugh. Clint was a devout member of Central Steele Creek Presbyterian Church where he served as a Deacon, an Elder and on various committees. He was also a Mason with Mount Washington Lodge #87. Clint was pre-deceased by his parents, Clinton, Sr. & Priscilla Burke, brother Joseph Burke and his baby daughter Heather Burke. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Sandra Vandevere Burke, brother Jerry Burke (Wendy), his sisters-in-law Diane Vandevere (Bill Holland) and Susan Smith (Tom) along with numerous nieces and nephews. A private memorial service will be held at Central Steele Creek Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central Steele Creek Presbyterian Church, 9401 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28273, or online at http://cscpc.org/giving/ . Harold C. Bickford Jr., 82, went to be with his loved ones in Heaven on February 9, 2019. He was the only child of Harold C. and Bernice O. (Kittredge) Bickford and was born on Sept.28, 1936 in North Conway. On Nov. 2nd 1957 he married the love of his life Joyce A. Mitchell and they had 61 years together. They had a mission for 60 but Harold said they got a bonus year. He spent 28 months in the Army from Oct. 6th, 1959 to Feb. 2, 1962. And he worked for the Bartlett Road Crew for 26 years retiring in July of 1990 as Road Agent. He had to give it up for health reason that resulted from a bad accident in April of 1969. He is survived by his wife Joyce and his 2 sons Clarence Tuttle of R.I., William Tuttle of Conway, his niece-daughter Joyce Loubier and husband David, and son Juan of Maine. two Granddaughters, Chey-Anne Roy and Sydney Tuttle; also two Special brother-in-laws James Mitchell of Vt. and David R. Smith of Whitefield and one sister- in-law Nita Bragdon. He also had a lot of nieces and nephews and he will be missed by his dear friends. He was predeceased by his parents Harold in 1956 and Bernice in 1995. There will be a Graveside service sometime in the last part of May in the Glen Cemetery. The Furber and White Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. To send a message of condolence, or for more information visit www.furberandwhite.com The family of Robert C. Blake, 76, sadly announces his passing on June 21 2018 at the Memorial Hospital in North Conway. He was born in Haverhill, MA to F. Raymond and Agnes M. (Hurley) Blake on January 17, 1942. He leaves behind his wife of 56 years, Emily A. (Lavoie) Blake; a son, Robert C. and wife Catherine (Hayes) Blake of Bartlett; a daughter, Kimberly A. and husband Tim Canovitch of Bradford, MA; two grandsons, Robert Blake and Ryan Metthe; a brother, F. Raymond (Maralla) Blake of Hebron and a sister, Carol (Larry) Curtis of Harrison, ME. He was predeceased by his parents and a sister, Marilyn Moore. There are no services planned at this time. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. - -------------------------------------------- Master Sgt. Roland Arthur Bellerose, 78, of Ohatchee, Ala ., died on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, at NEARMC. Per the family’s wishes there will be no public services held at this time. Master Sgt. Roland Bellerose was preceded in death by his wife Ruth Bellerose; his parents Arthur Bellerose and Marie Rose Desgroseilliers Bellerose; his eldest son Remo Arthur Bellerose; and one great-grandson Cadyn. Left to cherish Master Sgt. Roland Bellerose’s memory are his children, Sylvia (Roscoe) Reaves of Jacksonville, Ala.; Sandra (Terry) Tolbert of Ohatchee; and Roy (Misty) Bellerose of Wellington, Ala.; his grandchildren, Mindy, Megan, Brandon, Little Terry, Faith and Lauryn; 14 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mary Jane, Mary Anne and Rita; one brother Steve; and several nieces and nephews. Master Sgt. Roland Bellerose was retired from the Army, where he faithfully served his country for 23 years. During his military career, Master Sgt. Roland Bellerose enjoyed his position as an MP. In his spare time, Master Sgt. Roland Bellerose was a Catholic by faith. He loved to fi sh and spend time with his family and was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. No matter the situation, Master Sgt. Roland Bellerose was going to make sure he took care of his family and provided for them. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Cowboy has passed but will not be forgotten and will be missed by all of us._ ----------------------------------------- Mary Ann (Bellerose) Leavitt of West Ossipee, N.H., passed away at the age of 81 on May 28, 2023, at Huggins Hospital after an extended period of illness. Mary Ann was born in Littleton, N.H., on Aug. 18, 1941, and was the daughter of Arthur and Marie Bellerose of Bartlett, N.H. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years E. Morton Leavitt; her son Scott Leavitt of Conway, N.H.; and daughter Laurie Lewis Bain of Bailey, Colo. Mary Ann was blessed to have four grandchildren, Joshua Stout, Kylie Lewis, Kennah Leavitt and Ryan Leavitt; three great-grandchildren, Sawyer, Brady and Bruin Stout; and three special young men and their families (Jeremiah, Jake and Joel Stout). She also leaves her longtime friend and second daughter, Amanda Grey of Milan, N.H.; and her beloved sisterin- law Diane Whipple of Spring Hill, Fla. Siblings that survive her are her twin sister Mary Jane Doherty of Wayland, Mass.; brother Steven Bellerose of Spotsylvania, Va.; and sister Rita Whittum of Ossipee, N.H. She had many nieces and nephews that meant a great deal to her. In 1970, Morton and Mary Ann purchased two parcels of property, one bordering Ossipee Lake with approximately 800 feet of water frontage and the second parcel of backland containing substantial acreage. An office was established at the entrance to what is now known as The Bluffs on Ossippee Lake. While Morton was laboring to build roads and the water system, Mary Ann took great pride in greeting potential purchasers. With her wonderful personality and sales ability, she successfully convinced many buyers to purchase. Starting with one lot, her own home, “The Bluffs” grew to be recognized as a quality sub-division thanks to her passion and zeal. Morton and Mary Ann enjoyed traveling to Port Charlotte, Fla., following their retirement where they developed wonderful friendships that endured for many years. Mary Ann enjoyed her grandchildren very much and always looked forward to the weekend visits with the locals and monthlong visits from Colorado. She was the “Hostess with the Mostest,” loving to cook for and entertain her family and friends. She was a great story-teller and there was never a dull moment when she was around! Mary Ann had a fantastic sense of humor and was extremely quick witted. Her laughter was delightfully contagious. Mary Ann was an avid golfer and spent many hours practicing to hone her skills. She joined the Indian Mound Country Club and was a member for 26 years, winning the title of Women’s Club Champion. She was also a member of the North Conway Country Club for 20 years and won the Women’s Senior Club Championship. Over the years Mary Ann played courses all over the state and ultimately earned the distinguished honor of Women’s New Hampshire State Champion. Services will be held at Freedom Christian Church, 12 Elm St. in Freedom, N.H., on June 17 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, an organization Mary Ann felt strongly about. - -----------------------_ Evelyn Ruth Sanborn Bailey, 82, passed away in her home, where she most wanted to be on Oct. 11, 2021, surrounded by her family, after fighting a long courageous battle. Evelyn was born at Memorial Hospital in North Conway, N.H., on March 26, 1939. She was the daughter of Leon and Lillian Sanborn. She grew up in Bartlett, N.H., and graduated from Bartlett High School. She had many memories of school days, sports: basketball, ice skating, bowling. She loved singing; joined the girls choir when she was 10 when her mother took over the church choir. She was in a variety of shows and choir concerts, throughout her years here. She took a year’s secretarial course at Pierce College in Concord, N.H. In 1959, she married Ray F. Bailey, Jr. They moved to Melrose, Mass., where they lived for 36 years, and there, they raised three sons. Evelyn was very active in the Melrose Congregational Church in which she helped with daycare, the thrift shop and participated in the dance choir which she enjoyed immensely. She worked for 15 years at Transitron, which she really loved and at CDI for 13 years. To earn a little extra income, she started cleaning homes of several clients, with whom she became good friends. (Picture at right shows Evelyn and twin sister Ellen on left, 1970) After her mother’s passing in 1995, Evelyn and Ray moved back to Bartlett. She didn’t stay idle for long. Her sister, Ellen, wasted no time getting her in the choir, although she said, “NO SOLOS.” Just having her there was a joy. She became involved with the Bartlett Congregational Church in other ways. She decorated for every holiday, helped with February Suppers, coffee hours and funeral luncheons along with Greta George. She volunteered for the Bartlett/ Jackson food pantry and for a time, she drove medical clients for Carroll County RSVP. She joined the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and was an asset to the organization. Once she was situated back here, she cleaned homes for many clients and again made numerous friends, even went to lunch with one of them every week. She loved her garden, cooking, baking, crossword puzzles, crocheting and most of all, watching the Red Sox. She enjoyed cooking big meals and having friends and family for dinners and did them with such ease. Most of all, she loved her family and was always thrilled when she knew they were coming. She was predeceased by her parents, Leon and Lillian Sanborn ; sister, Doris Chadbourne ; three brothers, Carl, Kenneth and Carroll Sanborn. Survivors include her husband of more than 62 years, Ray, of Bartlett; sons, Ray 3rd (Marnie) of Shortsville, N.Y., Michael (Leslie) of Carlisle, Mass.; Mark (Laura) of Littleton, Mass; and Ryan Garrett of Concord, N.H.; grandchildren: Shayne (Ashley, Logan, great-granddaughter, MacKenna), Remy, Trevor, Paige, Penny and Ruby; brother, Henry Sanborn (Donna) of North Kingstown, R.l.; and twin sister, Ellen Hayes of Bartlett; niece, Bonnie Cross of Bartlett (more like a sister) and many more nieces and nephews. The Bailey and Hayes families wish to extend their heartfelt “Thanks and Gratitude” to Jen’s Friends, Visiting Nurse Homecare & Hospice, staff of Memorial Hospital, the Merriman House, Dr. Taylor, Dr. Rabideau, Leona Cloutier, for the wonderful care they gave Evelyn, and to all those who sent their love and support of which there are many, for all the cards, food, flowers and visitors. She was appreciative of everything and everyone. A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, Dec 4, at the Bartlett Congregational Church at 1 p.m. There will be a special luncheon following the service. In lieu of flowers,donations may be sent to Jen’s Friends, Bartlett Congregational Church or any charity of your choice. = = Ray Bailey II Ray, 87, passed away of natural causes on Nov. 28, 2025, at Memorial Hospital, North Conway, N.H., surrounded by family. Ray was born in Stoneham, Mass., on March 17, 1938. He was the son of Arlene (Black) Bailey and Ray F. Bailey. He grew up in Bartlett, N.H., and graduated from Bartlett High School. After leaving the military, he married Evelyn R. Sanborn . They moved to Melrose, Mass., where they lived for 36 years raising their three sons. Ray was a veteran of the U.S. Army, stationed in France, honorably discharged in 1961. Ray worked for 18 years at Transitron Inc. and 16 years at Compensated Devices, Inc. Ray and Evelyn moved back to Bartlett in 1995. Ray loved the game of golf; he was the assistant pro at Unicorn Golf Course, Stoneham, Mass., and was a member at the Wentworth Hall Golf Course in Jackson, N.H., and the North Conway Country Club, North Conway N.H., where he was a three-time club champion. He spent winters skiing in the White Mountains, loved driving through the White Mountains, enjoyed time at his favorite spots throughout the valley and spending time with his family. Ray was predeceased by his loving wife of 62 years, Evelyn (Sanborn) Bailey , his brother, Vincent Bailey , his sister, Dawn Willey, and many lifelong friends. Ray is survived by his sister, Carla Borstel, and brother, William “Bill” Bailey; his sons Ray Bailey III of Shortsville, N.Y.; Michael Bailey of Carlisle, Mass.; Mark Bailey of Tewksbury, Mass., and Ryan Garrette of Concord, N.H.; his seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, along with his two daughters-in-law, his sisters-in-law. and many nieces and nephews. The family will hold a celebration of life at a future date. At this time, they request you pray for his soul and for all those he leaves behind. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the loving and caring staff of MaineHealth Memorial Hospital. The Cremation Society of N.H. is assisting the family with arrangements. To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolence, or for more information, go to csnh.com. =========================================== = Marilyn Bennett passed away on Nov. 5, 2021, after a period of declining health. She moved to the Mount Washington Valley with her family when she was a young girl and attended schools in North Conway, N.H., and Bartlett, N.H. She met and married the love of her life, Arnold Bennett, and the two raised their family in Bartlett. Marilyn was a very social person and made friends wherever she went. Marilyn was a resident of the Merriman House for the last 10 months. The family includes: a son, Bruce E. Bennett and his wife, Tracey of Bartlett; a daughter, Cindy Locke and her husband, Larry, of Silver Lake, N.H.; four grandchildren, Kim Bennett; Katie Calcut-Bennett and wife, Jessica Calcut-Bennett; and Mellisa Locke; three great-grandchildren, Ava, JJ (Jason) and Aili Piper; and many beloved nieces and nephews, including Sharon Neally of North Conway. Marilyn was predeceased by her husband in 2000; a son Jeffrey Bennett; and five siblings, Earl Morton, Peter Morton, Norma Dondero, Sylvia Neally and Althea Hall. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, Nov. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway. Funeral services will Friday, Nov. 12, at 11 a.m. in the Glen Community Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Glen Cemetery. The family would like to thank Leona Cloutier and the entire staff of the Merriman House for the care, compassion and love showed to Marilyn. -- Archie E. Stubby Ainsworth, 86, of Bartlett, died on Jan. 17, 2007, at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon. Son of Archie E. and Dorothy V. (Stocker) Ainsworth Sr., he was born in Manchester on July 10, 1920, but spent the remaining 85 years of his life as a resident of Bartlett. Stubby worked as a sawyer for the Kearsarge Peg Mill in Bartlett for many years and, following retirement, he cared for the town park and shuttled kayakers in the summer. He enjoyed visiting with people and making the rounds for coffee.He was well known in the community and always willing to help out a neighbor. He was the host of the annual Ainsworth family reunion each August. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.He was predeceased by six brothers: Edwin Ainsworth in 1996, Harold Ainsworth in 1981, William Ainsworth in 2000, Donald Ainsworth in 1968, Willard Ainsworth in 2006 and Charles Ainsworth in 1993; and by five sisters: Genevieve Davidson in 1996, Mary Judd in 1965, Agnes Judge in 2006, Marion Morton in 2003 and Jacqueline Cook in 1998. He is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held in the Bartlett Village Cemetery later in the spring. There will be no visiting hours.The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is responsible for the arrangements. ------------------------------------ Jean M. Ainsworth, 74, of Bartlett passed on Aug. 12, 2016. She was predeceased by her parents, Carroll E. and Ruby F. McGraw; her husband, "Snapper"; and her son, Dennis. She leaves behind her best friend and daughter, Linda; son-in-law, Kevin; her pride and joy, her grandson Cody N.L. Harriman and her sweet Sophia; her brothers, Carroll Jr. and Robert and his angel, Ann McGraw. A very special shout out to her nieces, Caron, Terri and Tracy, and her nephews, Bobby and Kevin McGraw and families through this tough, but memorable time. Much appreciation and love to KL, Dee, Nancois, Leona, Cheryl and Scott and Cindy and April. She will be remembered for her contagious laughter and sense of humor. She continued to amuse us through her last days with her never ending wit. Christmas time will be difficult to bear without her famous peanut butter balls. The family had a private graveside service. There will be an announcement for her celebration of life in the fall. In lieu of flowers, a donation to True North Veterinary Hospital would be greatly appreciated by her family and friends in loving memory of her dog, Tyler, who lived from Dec. 24, 2001 to Aug. 1, 2016. ArchieAinsworth BlakeRobert BickfordHarold SGTBellerose BelleroseMaryAnn EvelynBailey MarilynBennett JeanAinsworth BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE Evelyn Sanborn - 1956 Evelyn Sanborn Bailey at right and sister Ellen Sanborn - Not sure who the boy is 1980 BaileyRay VincentBailey Vincent L. Bailey, 78, of Intervale, N.H., passed away at home on the morning of Aug. 25, 2020, with his family by his side. Vin had been diagnosed with cancer in May 2019 and was given a very short time to live. Per usual Vin fashion, that was not going to happen. He had many ups and downs for more than a year, but he had many great and wonderful days. He spent time with friends and family, and shared so many laughs and tears. His battle was always strong and on his terms. Vin was born in Somerville, Mass., on Oct. 6, 1941. After attending Bartlett Elementary and Malden High, Vin joined the Army in 1959 to 1968, serving in Vietnam with the 62nd Combat Engineers. In 1971, he joined the Air Force and retired as a First Sergeant in 1984, returning to his hometown of Bartlett with his wife and family. Vin is survived by his wife, Marcia (Hill), whom he married on Jan. 12, 1968. He was blessed with a loving family, Stacey L. Schmidt and her husband, William W. Schmidt and their two sons, Benjamin and Bryce; Vickey L. Riley and her husband, Sean E. Riley, and their two children, Nia and Nevin; and Janine L. Holdridge and her husband, Douglas Holdridge, and their sons, Kaleb and Kainan. Vin is also survived by his sister Dawn Willey and her husband, Stan, of Port Charlotte, Fla.; Carla Borstel of Naples, Fla.; and Ray Bailey and his wife, Evelyn , of Bartlett, N.H. He was also greatly loved by so many nieces, nephews and friends. Vin is predeceased by his mother, Arlene Bailey (Black) and his father Ray Bailey. A military graveside service will be held on Monday, Aug. 31, at 11 a.m. at the Bartlett Village Cemetery. Due to COVID-19, we will not be gathering after the ceremony. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Furber and White Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be sent to Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation or a charity of your choice. Ruth Alison Russell Ainsworth, 71, of Intervale, passed May 4, 2022 after a lengthy illness. Born May 6, 1950, she was the eldest daughter of Thomas and Dorothy (Lent) Russell. Raised on Cedarcroft Farm, she graduated Kennett High, and remained a life long resident of Intervale, NH. In life, she spent years working for the U.S. Postal delivering mail on the rural route in the valley. She had experiences as former member of the Bartlett-Jackson Ambulance Service, she also enjoyed activities as a member of American Legion Post #95 Ladies Auxiliary. Growing up, she enjoyed helping her father on the farm. She was preceded in death by her parents and a younger brother, Tuck Russell . She leaves behind her beloved former husband Kenneth Ainsworth of Bartlett and their two children, Richeal Ainsworth Bartruff and family of Lebanon, TN, and Cortina Ainsworth of Raleigh, NC. She will be greatly missed by two grand children, John Patrick Irving VI and Lowell Alexander Bartruff and her great grand daughter Piper Rosaleen Irving. She also leaves behind siblings, Sue Roberts of Lovell, ME, and family of Buxton, ME and Ann Young of Newport News, VA, and family of Newport News, VA and Glen, NH. In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to Harvest Hill Animal Shelter as she loved all animals. The family would love to have you share any memories or pictures you may have of her. You can mail them to 478 Thorn Hill Road, Intervale NH, 03845. The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements. -- ---------------------------------------------------------------- Bowie, Myron A --1889-1926 - With the help of our Curator, we found information on Myron's three sons: · Myron Wayne Bowie – Born 1914, died 1983; buried in West Plymouth, NH; was a Superintendent of Schools at Plymouth, NH in the 1970's. Malcolm Bowie – Born 1918, died 1984, buried in Garland Ridge Cemetery, Bartlett, NH; employed by the Maine Central Railroad. He lived in a tiny house on Albany Avenue in Bartlett Village. He used to make the absolute best hot dogs. Schultz's from Mallet's Store, with sautéed onions. They were amazing! · Leavitt Guptill Bowie – Born 1923, died 1990; buried in Garland Ridge Cemetery, Bartlett, NH; Graduated from Bartlett High School 1942; was a Forestry Technician for the US Forest Service and one of the first snow rangers on Mount Washington. From the September 1926 edition of the Maine Central Employees’ Magazine: On May 9, 2017, following a battle with cancer, Colleen Allen, 58, passed away with her family by her side. She was born Feb. 27, 1959, in Santa Ana, Calif., to her parents William France and Geraldine (Disbrow) Tilton. Colleen attended the Josiah Bartlett Elementary School and Kennett High School. She worked in several valley hotels and restaurants. She also worked as a one on one aide at the Josiah Bartlett School. Later, Colleen and her late sister-in-law, Linda Gaudette ran a cleaning and house repair business called Two Girl Crew. Her favorite place to work was the Red Parka Pub. Colleen loved working in her flower beds, cross country skiing, and having her grandchildren for sleepovers and special breakfasts. She was always "into another book or crossword puzzle" in her down time. However, she wasn't in down time too often. Colleen was a hard worker and happiest when she could help others. Her family will always remember fondly, the birthday parties and Easter dinners she hosted. Best of all "Mim" loved to cut down a special Christmas tree each year with her grandchildren, it was a yearly celebration. Every one was welcome in Colleen's home. Colleen is survived by her partner, David Matthews of Glen; her mother, Gerry Tilton of Bartlett; her father, William France of New York; her former husband, Barry Allen of Massachusetts; her son, Dustin Allen, wife, Kali, and granddaughter, Beatrice of Bartlett; her son, Ethan Allen, of Concord; her son, Seth Allen, his fiancee, Candi Trembley, grandson, Ryon, and granddaughter, Marilyn, of Glen; a brother, Craig France and wife, Nancy, of North Conway; a brother, Chuck Thompson and wife, Kim, of Glen. She is also survived by many uncles, aunts, nephews and nieces. The family would like to thank Jen's Friends, The Red Parka Pub, Wentworth Douglas hospital, family, friends, and all those who helped Colleen and her family during her illness_ The family would appreciate donations be made to Jen's Friends, P.O. Box 1842, North Conway NH, 03860, in Colleen's memory. There will be a celebration of life, to be announced soon, where her family and friends can come together to share and remember this lovely lady----------- =---------------------------------- Ruth Ward) Abbott, 87 Ruth Sandra (Ward) Abbott passed away peacefully June 30, 2024, in Memorial Hospital, North Conway, with husband George at her bedside. Ruth was born July 29, 1936 in Memorial Hospital, North Conway, New Hampshire, to Everett and Dorothy (Coleman) Ward. She graduated from Bartlett High School and earned a degree in nursing at Central Maine School of Nursing in Lewiston, beginning her career at Memorial Hospital in 1957. In April of that year, Ruth married her high school sweetheart, George Abbott, who had enlisted in the US Air Force. They “honeymooned” in Monterrey, California where George was enrolled in the Defense Language School. George was soon transferred to Germany, where Ruth joined him, continuing her nursing career at Landstuhl US Army Hospital. Ruth and George continued their journey together raising their family and travelling throughout Europe eventually returning stateside to live in New York, Texas, Maryland, and back to Germany. In 1984, George and Ruth were assigned to a diplomatic tour with the US Embassy in Ottawa, Canada before retiring in 1990 back where it all began in New Hampshire. They bought a home on the Saco River in Center Conway that became the base for family reunions, holidays, ski trips and many taco parties and lobster feasts. Their children and grandchildren have countless cherished memories of staying with Ruth and George at their homestead of 33+ years on Applecroft Lane. Ruth was known for her compassion, her dedication to family and friends, her soft-hearted wit and sense of humor. She was a seasoned traveler, natural skier, generous hostess, talented artist, and a prolific genealogical researcher and family historian. Most of all, she and George loved being with their children and grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Ruth is survived by her husband of 67 years, George, her children Craig, Andrea (Phil), and Gary (Renee) and her grandchildren Kelsea (Peter), Shelby (Mitch), Chloe (Mac), and Jackson (Emily). Arrangements were made through Furber Funeral Home and Cremation services. Ruth’s family thanks Cheryl and the doctors, nurses, and staff at Memorial Hospital who kept Ruth comfortable and peaceful while in hospice care. Per Ruth’s wishes, no formal services will be held. A family celebration of life will be held later this summer. --++ +++See The historic Seavey Ward House history written by Ruth Ward Abbott+++- Poet, inventor, philosopher, father, grandfather and friend Daniel C. Bianchino, 79, of North Conway, N.H., passed away suddenly on Oct. 16, 2020, with his children by his side. Born in Somerville, Mass., on Aug. 8, 1941, the son of Americo Bianchino and Eleanor (Boland) Bianchino, he attended Sacred Heart School before moving to Florida where he met his first wife Gayle (Wilder) Bianchino. Daniel was a restless soul and eschewing the corporate life, he moved his family to Intervale, N.H., in 1973, where he was the manager at the Choo Choo Inn, also known as the Fosscroft. The inn burned down in 1973 and the family moved to Dundee road in Intervale. Daniel had a creative mind and soul. He invented many things, perhaps the invention he is most known for is The Bartlett Pipe, which lights from the bottom. As a poet, Daniel was prolific. He wrote over 15 books of poetry and a play. He loved to be in love. Love and the beauty of the Mount Washington Valley inspired much of his poetry. He was named the Poet Laureate of Bartlett in the 1990s, a title which he took great pride in. Daniel was one of the most authentic people you could ever meet. He was painfully human and was not afraid to name his flaws. No one was a stranger. Daniel died with 47 years of sobriety and helped countless people in the program of Alcoholics Anonymous. He had a soft spot for people who were struggling and would do all he could to help them find their way in this world. The way he connected with people was one of his greatest gifts. He will be sorely missed by all who had the opportunity to know him. Daniel leaves behind his son Daniel G. Bianchino of Albany, N.H.; his daughter Christine L. Thompson and her husband, Bob Thompson, of Jackson, N.H.; four grandchildren, Frank Thompson and Jack Thompson of Jackson; and Juliana Bianchino and Carissa Bianchino of Albany; and countless people he considered family. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. on Oct. 24 that the Dundee Cemetery in Jackson followed by a safe gathering for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, tell your family you love them and vote. The Furber and White Funeral home is in charge of arrangements. ---- ______________________________-- RuthRussell MyronBowie Colleen Allen Ruth Ward Abbott Bianchino BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE The Bartlett Pipe Company (operated by Daniel C. Bianchino and Adam Hirshan in Intervale, New Hampshire) is best known for creating the patented “Freedom Smoking Pipe” . [1 , 2 , 3 , 4 ] This unique, American-made smoking device featured a revolutionary design that lights from the bottom. Notable characteristics include: [1 ] The Concept: Designed to burn completely upside down, keeping tobacco securely in the bowl without spilling ash. [1 , 2 ] Weatherproof: Equipped with a cork and leather top, it gained a reputation as a great "rainy day pipe" that could be smoked outdoors in windy or rainy conditions. [1 , 2 , 3 , 5 ] Material: Crafted from rock maple, utilizing a stainless steel screen to hold the tobacco and ash. [] History: Originally patented in the early 1980s, the company briefly wholesaled the pipe to roughly 100 tobacco shops nationwide before scaling back operations. [1 , 3 ] Vintage Freedom Smoking Pipes are occasionally available on eBay , while detailed historical write-ups and photos can be found on sites like rebornpipes . Bartlett Pipe Co. - Pipedia PIPE Burke Mrs Joseph BACK TO CONTENTS PAGE Gary Lee Allen, 65, of Jefferson and Glen, N.H., went to his place in heaven on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born Dec. 1, 1959, at Memorial Hospital in North Conway, N.H., the son of Beatrice Chandler Allen and Frederick Allen. Gary graduated from Kennett High School in 1978, and then went on to work for Lyman Oil Company for many years. He was a master carpenter and built many local homes, and most recently was employed as road agent for the town of Jackson. He leaves behind his loving wife, Deb Allen, of Jefferson, N.H., his twin brother Greg Allen, sisters Linda Burns and Christine Burns, and many nieces and nephews. Gary loved spending time outdoors, hunting, shooting and being surrounded by friends and family. Gary was the best friend that you could ever have, he was always there, willing to help with anything, at any time of day. The family is planning a celebration of life to be held in the spring. Reach out to Debbie Allen at (603) 991-7757 for more information about the services. David Karl Alander, age 82, of Bartlett, N.H., passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of Cheryl L. (Albee) Alander for nearly 48 years, just short of their anniversary on May 14. Born on June 3, 1942, in Plymouth, Mass., to John A. Alander and Edna (Davis) Alander, David grew up in Kingston, Mass., and later moved to Bartlett, N.H., where he resided for 47 years. After graduating from Silver Lake High School in 1961, David joined the Army, which ultimately led to a lifelong career in the electric utility industry. He retired in 2004 from New Hampshire Electric Cooperative, where he was known as a loyal and dedicated employee. David enjoyed a simple life, finding meaning in the small things. He was a quiet man who often found peace in deep thought. He had a great smile and was happiest tinkering in his barn, working around his yard, listening to NPR, or reading the newspaper. A die-hard Red Sox fan, David never missed a home opener, and his love for the team was well known. David had a love of jazz music and he would often be found advising others to listen to Dave Brubeck “in the dark.” Being of Finnish descent, the word Sisu may best describe him: a quiet strength, perseverance and resilience that guided him through life. David is survived by his wife Cheryl, his children Lee Matteson (husband Andrew) of East Providence, R.I,. Nathan Alander of Bartlett, N.H., and Jacob Alander (wife Nina) of Pyeongchang- gun, South Korea. He was a proud papa to Megan Cappola, Mariana Matteson, Jonathon, Calvin and Finley Alander. He is also survived by his sister Judith Drew of Dover, N.H., brothers- in-law Mark Albee of Wonalancet, N.H., and Keith and Natalie Albee of Rochester, N.H., and several cousins, nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. To honor David’s free spirit and love of the outdoors, consider planting a tree in his memory through the Arbor Day Foundation. Contributions may also be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org. David will surely enter eternity with a map, good music, a glass of red wine and his incredible trademark smile. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him Allen Gary AlanderDavid Bennett Arnold

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BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 Share Obituaries We have compiled a number of obituaries for some of the folks who lived in Bartlett. The section has become larger than originally conceived and as a result you may have to scroll through the listings to find the one you seek. (The link opens in a new window) Browse the Obituaries

BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 R Railroad m ovie - you tube CSRR - off site link GO Railroad economic and social significance by Scotty Mallett-2009 GO Railroad, built through the Notch 1857 GO Railroad, Roster - Section Formen GO Railroad, Roundhouse, Historic Register Plaque GO Railroad Section Houses in Crawford Notch GO Railroad Square Bartlett Village 1907 - pictures GO Railroad Station in Bartlett Village 1908 - Pic GO Railroad Stations - there were three GO Railroad Wreck at Dismal Pool-Gateway, Crawfords GO Railroad Wreck of the 380, 1922 pics GO Railroad Wreck of the 505, by Scotty Mallett GO Railroad wrecks and fires GO Railroads, Logging GO Railroad Yard - Village - 1952 aerial photo GO Red Parka Pub - Glen GO Region House, the - Newspaper article GO Reingruber, Frank - Thermostat Factory GO Rememberances of growing up in Bartlett - Ray Hebb - 1922 to 1940GO Resolution, Mountain - origination of name GO Reunion - Bartlett High School - Class of 1940 GO Rest a Bit - Furnald's Inn - Intervale (Holiday Inn) GO River Street Bridge replacement 1967- pictures GO River Street Bridge - several pictures over the years GO Road Kill Cafe - Glen - 1992 GO Roads and Routes through Bartlett GO Roberts, Lynn Roger - Obituary GO Robertson, Phil - Attitash, picture and article GO Robertson, Phil - Attitash monorail GO Rogers Crossing - nice color postcard 1940's GO Rogers, Harry - Tossing Hay - 1940's GO Rogers, Harry - Farmstead burns to ground in 1980 GO Rogers,,Harry - Fire, Newspaper Articles GO Rogers, Faylene Joyce - Obit GO Rogerson, Blaine (Bucky) obit GO Rogerson, Bucky 1951 Photo (about half way down page) GO Rogerson Construction Co - mention GO Roosevelt Trail - Bartlett and Crawford Notch GO Roosevelt Highway at Crawfords (Bemis) - photo GO Roster - Railroad Section Formen GO Round House - Bartlett - Historic Plaque GO Route 18 in Bartlett (later Rte 302) GO Rowe, John A (Jr) obit and picture GO Roy, Susan M. - obit GO Royse Mountain naming GO Royse, Vere - Map & Background - 2000 acres - first grantee Village Area GO Russell, Anzi - 1824 Moves to Passaconaway with wife GO Russell Colbath House - Albany Intervale GO Russell Colbath House - Inside Pic GO Russell, Tuck - obit GO Ruth, Babe - at Mt Washington Hotel Golf course GO Ryan, Katherine E - obit GO S Saco River - origination of name GO Saco River Cabins GO Saco River foot bridge, Intervale to West Side Rd 1909 - pic GO Saint Josephs Catholic Church - 1950's photo GO Samuelson, "Topsy" - GO Sanborn, Lillian Abbott - 1995 obit GO Sanborn, Lillian Abbott - 1949 photo GO Sanborn, Lillian, Leon Henry??, Evelyn or, Ellen? Pic 1949 GO Sanborn's Store, Glen - photo with Texaco Gas GO Sauna Spa in Bartlett - Newspaper article GO Sauna Bath House at Old Bellerose Inn - Eastern Slope Signal GO Saunders Brothers - Livermore GO Saunders, Daniel - Biographical sketch GO Saunders, Glenn, Interview - White Mountain Oil Co. (page 7) GO Saunders Mansion at Livermore - photos and story GO Saunders Sisters at Livermore - photos GO Savard, Francis - ribbon breaking for Poma at Intervale Ski Area GO Sawyer, Benjamin GO Sawyer River Railroad - Livermore - story and pics go Sawyer River, Rock, - origination of name GO Sawyer Rock and walkers, color card 1900 GO Schneider, Herbert - 10th Mountain Division GO Schneider, Herbert - Eastern Slope Signal Article - 1963 GO Schoof, Les - Notchland Inn GO School Building, Grammar School about 1930 - photo GO School class photo, Bartlett Elementary 1958 GO School Districting mandate under Governor Bartlett GO School Funding, mid 1850's GO Schools, Historic - Locations and pictures GO School, Random - 8th Grade Class Pic - 1950's GO School, Random - Christmas Pageant Participantsat Odd Fellows Hall - pic GO School, Random - 1909 School Group Photo GO School, Random - Edgar Alonzo Kaharl - Well Educated Teacher 1890's GO School, Random - Jr Ski Program Participants - 1960ish - Pic GO School Reunion Class of 1940 (20th anniv) GO Seavey, Jonathan S - Obit GO Seavey, Polly GO Seavey, Samuel and son, John 1820 - Upper Bartlett VillageGO Seavey, Sylvia M - obit GO Seavey Ward House - Oldest in Bartlett GO Second Iron Swimming 1950's to 1970's GO Section Houses on railroad in Crawford Notch GO Seibert, Pete - at Stanton Slopes and Vail GO Shaw, John - Obit GO Shedd, ancestry GO Shedd, David - Newsletter Interview GO Shedd, David - Snow roller project help GO Shedd George Harold, Dr GO Shedd George Horsley, Dr GO Shedd Woods GO Sheehan, Jim & Kathy - Linderhoff Motor INN GO Sherlock, Steve and Ann - Attitash - newspaper article GO Shield, the Volume 10 1958 Senior Class GO Silver Springs Cottage GO Silver Springs Falls - 1919 photo GO Silver Springs Tavern - aerial photo 1952 GO Silver Springs Tavern - Picture GO Signal, Eastern Slope - newsp aper of the 60's GO Site Map Pages Content GO Ski Clubs, A history of (Conway Sun Article pdf) GO Ski Tows Inc - Fred Pabst Jr - Intervale Ski Area GO Skiing History of Bartlett-(New England Ski Museum Article) GO (2023 Link is good) Skiing, a history of Bartlett Ski Slopes (newsletter article) GO Skirolean Lodge - formerly Region House formerly Pendexter Mansion GO Sky Valley Motel History GO Sled Dog racing, 1963 (Signal Newspaper) GO Smearer, Stan - photo GO Smith, Dwight - Newsletter Interview Page 6 - (Scenic Railroad) GO Smith-Hurst - pictures GO Smith Tavern, early 1930's - picture GO Snowmobile, attachment for Ford, 1913, West Ossipee GO Snowmobile Born 1923 - in West Ossippee - Signal Article GO Snowmobile, the first one GO Snow roller in Bartlett Park - the whole story GO Snow roller - a history of - by Phil Franklin GO Sports in Bartlett and the school sports GO Spruce Knoll Glen GO Stage Coach and Tavern Days - description and link to PDF book GO Stanton, Charlotte 1814 first wife of GO Stanton Farm - early picture GO Stanton, Mountain -- origination of name GO Stanton Slope - Picture, brief story, link GO Stanton Slope - Tom Eastman Story GO Stanton - Trecarten Family Genealogy GO Stations, Railroad - Glen-Intervale-Village GO St. Aspinquid - final years and funeral - Aspinquid & Passaconaway one in the same . GO St.Joseph Catholic Church History GO St Joseph Catholic Church, photo, 1950's GO Stevens, Edgar - Cave Mountain House GO Stevens, Edgar - Cave Mountain House - second reference GO Stewart, Dot - Mention GO Stillings, family story and relatives GO Stillings, Nicholas and Upper Bartlett House GO Stillings, Nicholas - early settlers GO Stillings, Peter GO Stillings Tavern - When Titus Brown's Inn occupied the location GO Stillings, N.T. Tavern fire - 1879 GO Stillings Tavern fire 1879 - story GO Stillings, the whole family Story GO Stilphen's Farm (the glen inn - later storybook) GO Stimpson, Priscilla - o bituary - photo GO Stimpson, Richard, 17 years at Intervale Ski Area GO Stimpson, Richard, newspaper article 1962 GO Stimpson, Richard, obituary and photo GO Store, Museum GO Storybook Motor Inn - Jan Filip update 2020 GO Storyland GO Storyland - a Bartlett success story GO Storyland - Book Signing Event - Jim Miller - 2010 GO Storyland, Links to other articles GO Storyland - Personal Recollections GO Storyland - Stoney & Robert Obituaries GO Summit House on Mt Washington - fire destroys all 1904 Off site link GO Sweets Farm GO Sweetser, Moses "A Guide to the White Mountains" 1875 GO T Target Motel, the GO Tasker, Comfort George 1814 Second wife of GO Tasker, Ebene zer (Willey Slide Rescue) GO Tasker fire curse GO Tasker, Jonathan - 1780 Rogers Farm connection GO Tavern Keeping Experiences in the 1700'sGO Taylor, David & Irma - Hid-a-Way , an Inn- Kearsarge GO Teele, Charlotte Holmes (newsletter interview 2017) GO Terrell, Rachael - Enoch Emery's Dalliance trouble GO Thanksgiving, a short history you may not have heard GO Theft of America - European Invaders GO Thermostat Factory - Bartlett Village - Photo GO Thompson, Gertrude GO Thompson House Inn, the GO Thorne, Harry Wo oster Jr. obit GO Thorne, Oakleigh - NYC lumber baron GO Thorne, Thad - 10th Mountain Division GO Thorne, Thad - obit - (several pictures) GO Thorne, Thad - Pic GO Thorne, Thad - Article by Tom Eastman - 2011 GO Thurston, Wimpy Store, Albany Ave GO Thurston, Wimpy - Ad in the Eastern Slope Signal - 1963 GO Tibbetts, Rita A.: obituary GO Titus Browns Tavern - Who was Titus Brown? GO T ooth Ache Drops GO Train Yard Upper Village aerial photo 1952 GO Trecarten, Dale GO Trecarten, Henrietta - Restaurant at Booker Building GO Trecarten, Peggy & Neal 1951 - photo GO Trecarten, Peg - Interview - Life in Bartlett GO Trecarten - Stanton Family genealogy GO U Union Congregational Church - photo GO Upper Bartlett House - early settlers GO Upper Bartlett House - Nicholas Stillings & pic GO V Video GO Village Special School - GO Villager Motel - John Whyte's GO W Ward, Everett - at Attitash GO Ward, Merton L - Obit GO Ward, Ronald M - Obit GO Ward Seavey House - Oldest in Bartlett GO Ware, Helen Tasi - Obit GO Washburn, Frank - 1922 Train wreck at Bemis GO Wentworth, Governor GO West Side Road Area GO What Not Shop, the GO White Mountain Giant - Ethan Allen Crawford GO White, William - Obed Hall's Tavern GO Wildcat Adds chairlift - Eastern Slope Signal Article GO Wildlife Exhibit - Willey House GO Wildlife Species GO Willard Section House - details and photos - GO Willard, Mountain - naming of GO Willey Brook Trestle - Evans House - Picture GO Willie Camps GO Willey House Camps GO Willey House historic site, GO Willey House Station - picture GO Willey House Station - Flagstop - description GO Willey, Mountain - origination of name GO Willey, Samuel - 1825 GO Willey, Samuel - early settler- GO Willey, Samuel - Chadbourne Bequest GO Willey Slide Recollections by Ebenezer Tasker in 1894 GO Willey Slide Recollections by Edward Melcher when he was 83 GO Willey Slide - NY Times Article - GO Willey Slide in Crawford Notch - the whole story and pics GO Willey Slide - drawing GO William Whites Tavern GO Willow Cottage Inn - picture GO Wizard Tree - in Intervale - pic GO Woodbine Cottage GO Woodshed, aerial photo - 1952 GO Wreck at Dismal Pool - Crawfords Gateway GO Wreck of the 505 - railroad stories GO Wreck of the 380 - Frank Washburn 1922 GO X Y Yankee Pedlar antique store at Fosscroft Inn bldg.-Ray Houle GO Z INDEX Navigate our subject material easier: Web-Site Ind ex A to D Web-Site Index E to H Web -Sit e Index I to P Web-Site Index Q to Z Navigate our subject material easier: Web- Site Ind e x A to D Web-Site Index E to H Web -Sit e Index I to P Web-Site Index Q to Z Navigate our subject material easier: Web-Site Ind ex A to D Web-Site Index E to H Web -Sit e Index I to P Web-Site Index Q to Z Navigate our subject material easier: Web-Site Ind ex A to D Web-Site Index E to H Web -Sit e Index I to P Web-Site Index Q to Z Navigate our subject material easier: Web-Site Ind ex A to D Web-Site Index E to H Web -Sit e Index I to P Web-Site Index Q to Z Navigate our subject material easier: Web-Site Ind ex A to D Web-Site Index E to H Web -Sit e Index I to P Web-Site Index Q to Z Navigate our subject material easier: Web-Site Ind ex A to D Web-Site Index E to H Web -Sit e Index I to P Web-Site Index Q to Z Navigate our subject material easier: Web-Site Ind ex A to D Web-Site Index E to H Web -Sit e Index I to P Web-Site Index Q to Z

Eastern Slope Signal Newspaper Circa 1960's 60 Various News Articles From 1962 - 1967 The Eastern Slope Signal was published weekly December to March from 1962 to 1967. It was usually 8 pages per issue. It was published by the local radio station, WBNC, in Conway. Skip Sherman was the editor and it was printed at the Reporter Press Newspaper building in North Conway. Your website editor, Dave Eliason, in High School at the time, delivered the paper every Friday afternoon/evening to all the significant businesses on the northern route from North Conway to Wildcat and Bartlett Village. Skip Sherman did the Southern route as far as Ossipee. It was a very popular publication at the time.to 1967. Apologies and Regrets in Advance: There are some incidences of columns being cut short, stories continuing on another page, but the other page is missing, skewed or crooked pages and for any and all other situations that make the reader uncomfortable, The editor sincerely apologizes. The scanning operation happened decades ago when someone was not as smart. maybe still not so smart. Contents: Link - Click the Date 1964 - SEC Approves Big Bear Stock 1963 - J. Holland Beal - Columbus Day Blizzard 1963 - Snowmobile Born at West Ossippee 1923 1963 - George Burgess - Holiday Inn - Ski Instructor Go To - Wimpy Thurston Real Estate Ad 1964 - Attitash Nears Completion 1965 - Attitash Opens for First Time 1965 - Attitash Adds Trails 1963 - Cranmore Busts a Bottle on New Chairlift 1963 - and an Interview with Herb Schneider 1963 - Wildcat gets a New Chairlift 1962 - Intervale Ski Area Expands Race Run 1963 - Intervale Ski Area Extends Poma Lift 1964 - Intervale Ski Area Expands Skiable Terrain 1964 - Intervale Ski Area Dumps the Outhouse 1963 - Clarendon Inn Burns to the Ground 1964 - Winter Carnival - Snowless Success 1964 - Early Spring Winter is Over - Signal calls it Quits f 1964 - Juniors Learn from Charlie Broomhall 1964 - A New Sauna Bath House at the old Bellehurst Inn 1964 - Miss Eastern Slope is Mary Cushman of Lynn, Ma 1966 - The Scavengers, A Local Rock Band 1966 - Blizzard Produces Record Low Barometric Pressure 1965 - Tyrol - A New Ski Area Opens in Jackson 1965 - Ann and Steve Sherlock - Ski School Directors at Attitash 1965 - "We Passed"; Phil Robertson and Attitash Lift Approval 1964 - Remember O'Saxby's Sandwich World? 1964 - Dr. G. Harold Shedd - Bone Surgeon - Fixes the Breaks 1964 - Stan Judge - Wildcat Gen. Manager 1964 - Verland Ohlson - District Ranger, White Mtn Nat Forest 1964 - Fran Savard - Makes a Return to Skiing - Intervale Ski Area 1964 - Jody Palmer wins at Whittier Junior Alpines 1964 - Bartlett Recreation Development Corp - Stock $4.00/share 1964 - Berlin's Nanson Ski Jump Made Even Faster 1964 - Pinkham Realty Ad "Chalet Village" at Big Bear Ski Area 1965 - Copters Speed Things up at Attitash Lift Installation 1965 - J. Holland Beal Recalls Riding the Rails in the 1920's 1964 - J. Holland Beal Recalls The First Ski Tows 1964 - Bill Clapp says "Don't Talk About The Weather" 1964 - Robert Morse Thinks Ski Joring is the Next Big Thing 1965 - A Big Lobster Bake at Whittier Ski Area 1963 - Whittier Gondola Passes Directly Over Route 16 1963 - Palmer & Fisher Early Season, Fast Grass, Heavy Dew 1964 - Maple Sugaring with Ken & Herb Lucy 1964 - Don't Like the name "Eastern Slope Region"? No Prob, Let's Call it "Mt Washington Valley" 1964 - Eastern Slope Inn adds a Motor Lodge 1964 - Ruth Pope Directs the Junior Ski Program 1964 - Anna Martin of the New England Inn (1938-1964) Dies at Home 1964 - New Expert Trail at Cranmore - Kandahar 1964 - Dave Baker, Artist - Before he Thought-up "Vitreous Flux" 1964 - Joe Dodge - Weatherman of Distinction 1964 - Winter Carnival Begins with Night Ski Jumping 1964 - Meet Each Mountain's Chosen Queen of Carnival 1964 - George Hamilton is the AMC Huts Director 1963 - Sled Dog Race in Tamworth Ends in Raging Blizzard 1963 - Dr Lombard Wins Annual Sled Dog Championship Race 1967 - Cheap-Unfashionable-Non Competitive: That's How The New Jackson Ski Touring is Defined in 1967 1967 - ESSC - School Dismissed for 495 Kids Learning to Ski 1967 - Local Teenage Bounty Hunter Gets $15 for Bobcat 1966 - New Beginner Ski Slopes You Never Heard Of. 1966 - Monorail Coming to Attitash. 58 Years & Still Waiting 1965 - Phil Ostroski and his Dad enjoy togetherness on slippery Rocks 1965 - Studying Snow Drifts at Big Bear Ski Slope in Bartlett 1965 - Carroll Reed Studying How to Get More Money From Skiers More Coming shortly

, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , EDITOR'S NOTE Dave Eliason: About 30 years ago I took an interest in local history. With the advent of the internet it was made relatively easy to explore various historic topics. Since my memory was not always functional I learned how to create my own website to save the things I found. This was in the early days and many of my acquaintances assured me that "this whole internet thing is just a passing fad and you're wasting your time". Seems they were wrong. This entire website is the result of saving various things I have found over many years and putting them on the relevant pages I have created here. Sometime in the early 2000's the Bartlett Historic Society asked me if I could help create their website. I replied that it was already half done...and here I am in 2025 and still not finished, but since I haven't been fired, all must be OK. Inspiration gained at White Mountain Arts & Artists. A visit to their website is well worth your time. https://www.whitemountainart.com/fhs150/ Dave These are some of the historic artsy things I have found and enjoyed enough to keep handy. 1837 MOUNT WASHINGTON ENGRAVING hand-colored Victorian ART 1838 Pulpit Rock at Crawford Notch ENGRAVING hand-colored Victorian ART 1839 Mount Jefferson Engraving hand-colored Victorian ART 1838 THE NOTCH HOUSE ENGRAVING hand-colored Victorian ART 1879 THE NOTCH HOUSE F.H. Shapleigh Early 1900's at Bemis 1870 PULPIT ROCK AND A PATH THROUGH THE NOTCH Thompson Falls and the Saco Valley No Details - Could be Anywhere Hall of Glass - Don't Know Where but I Was Here in Recurring Dreams

Bartlett History Snow-Roller Project - 2014-2016 In reverse chronological order Our forefathers were an industrious and rugged lot. When faced with problems or challenges, they invented the proper tool, implement, structure, or machine to overcome the issue. Snow essentially caused a halt to travel in rural areas of the valley, even via horseback, at times. A solution was needed, and the “snow roller” was invented. THE SNOW ROLLER STORY: by Norman Head - June 2014 Last year I heard that a lady in Intervale had an old snow roller and maybe we would be interested in it if it was available for sale or donation. I approached her and she said it actually was her neighbor, Francis Savard. I approached Francis and said he'd be happy to donate it to the historical society if we could move it and hopefully restore it. He took me in his side yard to look at the roller where it had been sitting (and rotting) for many many years. It was partially buried in the ground, the inside was covered with leaves, pine needles, dirt, etc. but the iron structure was in quite good shape and I thought it was not only salvageable, but would be a real gem when restored. I approached my fellow board members and they were excited in pursuing it. Story Continues Below plaque May 2016: The Snow-roller in the Village Park gets its plaque with a description of the project. Thanks to Phil and Sue Franklin for their generous donation. August 2016 Mr & Mrs Phil & Sue Franklin generously donated this plaque. It describes the snow-roller and its history. Phil is also the Secretary of the Bartlett Historical Society. He has contributed countless hours of his time to the endeavors of our organization. We all thank him for his efforts.. NORMAN'S STORY CONTINUED: In a subsequent casual conversation with Doug Garland (and I think both other selectmen) and David Shedd, they expressed their enthusiasm in our project and offered to help us bring the idea to a reality. David Shedd offered to approach Greg Tsoules of East Branch Logging to help us move the snow roller from its Intervale location to a more readily accessible location that would be easier for us to work on and that would have power nearby. At this point, I offered the use of a location on my property near my barn that would be readily accessible, easy to get to to work on, had power available and also would give us the added benefit of Rte. 302 exposure so interested parties could watch our restoration progress and hopefully get excited about our undertaking. David Shedd, a local timber framer who also has his own saw mill offered to cut the oak slats which would replace all the old rotted ones. Continues Below... MAY 2015, IT'S DONE: With some hard work by a few volunteers, the snow-roller is back to the way it looked a hundred years ago. Only missing a team of horses. Mike Chandler, Bert George, Phil Franklin and others had a strong helping hand in bringing this project to completion. June 2014: Thanks to Mike Chandler of Bartlett, the snow-roller has been stripped of the wood to expose the metal framework. Volunteers will be working to restore this tool to its original appearance. NORMAN'S STORY CONTINUES: From there David and I had a number of conversations with Francis Savard, the donor, and I went to the roller and partially dug it out so it would be easier to move to a spot that would be easy to load onto Greg Tsoules's flatbed for the move to my property. David made all the final time arrangements for when the move would take place. Francis has a machine that was able to move the roller near where Greg could get his machine in and then Francis, with his machine, lifted the roller onto the flat bed. We secured it and it then traveled up to my house and Greg unloaded it. While I was digging it out and again when it was moved by Francis, we discovered a number of iron pieces that were part of the original mechanism. While this will be a big, laborious and somewhat expensive project, we are all excited about it and are certain that the finished product will be something the historical society, the town and future generations will be proud of and will enjoy. 2015 is Bartlett's 225th anniversary (1790--2015) and we can't think of a better gift to give the citizens to remind them of days gone by. JULY 22, 2014: Snow Roller Progress--- Mike Chandler has been diligently at work welding, repairing and straightening out the numerous iron spokes on the snow roller wheels. Many thanks to Mike for all his hard work and to Bob “Elvis” Holmes for loaning us his oxyacetelyne torches. The next step will be to oil all the iron spokes, wheels, etc. to try to prevent any further rusting, then cut and install the center timber. After that we’ll be ready to seal the oak slats, cut them to size and then bolt them to the wheels. Keep tuned for future progress and developments. This undertaking is one that we hope all society members and town folk will be proud of. Any financial contribution, no matter how small, you can make to help us make this project become a reality will be immensely appreciated. Contributions can be mailed to Bartlett Historical Society P.O. Box 514 Bartlett, NH 03812 The historical society owes a huge debt of gratitude to Francis Savard for his donation and help in the move, Greg Tsoules for the transportation and unloading and David Shedd for his milling efforts and his invaluable knowledge of the mechanics of snow rollers. Mike Chandler is due a huge pat on the back for not only his work today in removing old metal and wood slats but also for his and Hannah's search efforts to find an original driver's seat. This tractor seat, a critical component, was donated by Nubi Duncan of Brownfield Maine. We think it will fit perfectly, Many Thanks! During 2014 The Historical Society finds this old snow-roller partially buried and slowly rotting in Fran Savard's back yard. We dug it out and hauled it away to Norman Head's side yard. Let the work begin. VIBE As part of this project Phil Franklin researched the old-days of how the snow-roller came into use. It's an interesting read and was published in the "Mt. Washington Valley Vibe". Click on their logo to read it. The link works as of Dec 2024. https://mwvvibe.com/white-mountain-snow-rollers/ Anchor 2 Anchor 3

Stage Coach & Tavern Days This book is a fascinating look back at how folks travelled in the days before trains, planes and automobiles. It may give us, of later generations, some appreciation of the difficulties of travelling about. Perhaps a good reason why many folks of long ago may not have gone more than 50 miles from where they were born during their lifetime. This is one of the items on this site that I saved primarily for myself, to go back and read more thoroughly at some later date. If someone else finds it interesting so much the better. Dave Here's a sample of just one page from the book. You can get the entire PDF version at the link shown Get the PDF book Old-time Taverns " Unreasonable night-tippling," that is, drinking after the curfew bell at nine o'clock, and "intemperate drinking on the Sabbath," that is, drinking by any one not a boarder before three o'clock on the Sabbath (when church services were ended), were heavily fined. Untimely " sitting of clubs " was also prohibited. These laws were evaded with as much ease as the Raines Law provisions of later years in the same neighborhood. In 1664 the red cross of St. George floated over the city ; the English were in power ; the city of New Amsterdam was now New York. The same tavern laws as under the Dutch obtained, however, till 1748, and under the English, taverns multiplied as fast as under Dutch rule. They had good old English names on their sign-boards : the Thistle and Crown, the Rose and Thistle, the Duke of Cumberland, the Bunch of Grapes, St. George and the Dragon, Dog's Head in the Por- ridge Pot, the Fighting Cocks, the White Lion, the King's Head. On the Boreel Building on Broadway is a bronze commemorative tablet, placed there in 1890 by the Holland Society. The site of this building has indeed a history of note. In 1754 Edward Willet opened there a tavern under the sign of the Province Arms ; and many a distinguished traveller was destined to be entertained for many a year at this Province Arms and its successors. It had been the home residence of the De Lanceys, built about 1700 by the father of Lieu- tenant-Governor James De Lancey, and was deemed........snip............ Another snippet: Sometimes the taproom was decorated with broad hints to dilatory customers. Such verses as this were hung over the bar : — Old-time Taverns 45 "I've trusted many to my sorrow. Pay to-day. I'll trust to-morrow." Another ran : — " My liquor's good, my measure just ; But, honest Sirs, I will not trust." Another showed a dead cat with this motto : — Care killed this Cat. Trust kills the Landlord." "If Trust, I must, My ale, Will pale."

The Reporter Press & The Irregular Newspapers Covered the Story The fire was big talk around Town with some folks suggested the Chief didn't fight the fire correctly and should be relieved. (Hindsight is always 20/20) REMEMBER THE IRREGULAR NEWSPAPER ? It was one of the local newspapers before the Conway Daily Sun came along. This article written by Marcia Meehan. THEN WHAT HAPPENED ? Several years before the fire Mr Rogers had sold his interest in the entire property, and all the acreage, to the Attitash Lift Corporation. He retained a life estate, which entitled him to live on the property for as long as he lived. In the following months the fire debris was removed and a foundation was poured for a trailer to be installed on the same spot as the original house. Betty and Harry lived in this trailer until Harry died in 1989. At that time the trailer was removed and Betty moved to another residence on East Conway Road in Conway, where I assume she still resides to this day. (10-30-1990) The property now belongs to the owners of Mt Attitash. fires tasker Fires Curse the Tasker Family. Just to follow-up to the article on the Harry Rogers homestead fire of 1980. I wonder what the odds are of a 'family' having so many fires? If you check your Intervale stories you will see that the Fariveiw Cottage owned by Cyrus Tasker burnt down a number of times. But that is not all, in February of 1968 our family home in Chatham NJ built by my father George W. Tasker in 1938, caught fire and was substanially damaged (we had the local paper article, but I can't find it now). We did rebuild it but it was unihabitable for some time. Then in December 1992 the home of my brother's son, Howard Haskell Jr, was completely destroyed by fire. In both the recent fires, luckily, no one was hurt (but we did lose the family cat in the Chatham fire). Of course I am offering this tongue-in-cheek, but the odds certainly have to be long, particularly once you get to the end of the 20th century. Maybe a Halloween time article? Deborah Tasker Sena Flip back to the pictures The photos for this article were obtained from the Collection of Dave Eliason, who snapped these pictures. He only wishes he had been more dutiful to have captured more faces of the firemen.

People Stories: Ellwood Dinsmore Mr. Ellwood Dinsmore 1899-1984 (The gas pump shows 13 gallons for $6.05) Ellwood was the brother of Hellen Hayes, another famous person in Bartlett history. Here is Ellwood Dinsmore at his Sunoco gas station in Bartlett, N.H. in 1972. At the time of this photo Ellwood had owned the gas station for 48 years. Ellwood worked for the Maine Central Railroad Mountain Division for 50 years and 5 months. He was a mechanic working out of the Bartlett yard. Ellwood was known as the "One Man Wrecking Crew" ; Ellwood operated the Towns only Wrecker Service, towing crashed up cars or pulling folks out of a ditch. As a morbid past-time some folks would go to the side of his garage, where he put the crashed cars that had been involved in accidents, to view the damage and possible blood. He remembers when 10 to 12 trains passed through Bartlett every day. At the end of his retirement he saw only 2 trains a day pass through Bartlett. He was asked once "What was the most severe condition you ever worked under?". Ellwood answered..."Back in mid winter of 1954 I went up to the Willey Brook Trestle to take a side rod off a steam engine. The Wind was blowing a gale, and we were in the middle of the trestle, someone went to the Willey Section house to see what the temperature was...it was 48 below ZERO!". Ellwood's Sunoco gas station and garage is (was) located directly across the street from todays Bart's Deli. He and his second wife, Ruth, lived in the rooms above the garage. Before Bart's Deli there was a Restaurant called Hansel and Gretel in the same location. When Ruth saw what a great business they did in their restaurant she decided she should have a restaurant also and built the small building on the east side of the garage. (It's behind Ellwood in the picture) . It only operated a couple of years under her management. It later became The Copper Kettle operated by Elaine MacManus. Ellwood and his buddies were often found working on various mechanical jobs in the garage. Ellwood had an impressive collection of swear words and phrases and a voice loud enough that his verbiage could often be easily heard from quite a distance. Us youngsters hung around at times to learn new expressions with which to entertain our friends. Ellwood was known for his willingness to help folks in any way he could regardless of weather or circumstances. What's Yours? Tell Me

The Historical Impact and Significances of the Railroads in Bartlett By Scotty Mallett, Railroad Historian - April 2009 Railroading in Bartlett holds a rich and deep history; it above all put Bartlett on the map, helping it grow fiscally, physically and historically. The first railroad to reach Bartlett was the Portland and Ogdensburg, crossing into Bartlett in 1872 and reaching the village of Bartlett in 1873. A large 2 storied station was built, along with a freight house, car houses, section-men’s buildings, signal maintainers buildings, a water tower and a 6 bay engine house with a turntable. The station was replaced four times, each time it had been destroyed by fire. The first station was lost on July 13, 1893 in the town fire. The station was rebuilt and was rewarded a singular distinction by the Railroad Commissioners of the State of New Hampshire, as it being the most attractive and having the best interior layout in the ENTIRE state. The roundhouse maintained a fleet of locomotives to help heavy freights up the steep grades through Crawford Notch. The P&O was leased to the Maine Central Railroad in 1888. Farmers and local businesses shipped goods and produce from the freight agency in Bartlett. G.K. Howard had a siding that held a boxcar for this general store on Albany Avenue, and the famous Kearsarge Peg mill was once connected to the railroad by a spur to its yard, shipping product out from there to places unknown. Passenger travel bolstered the village’s economy as people needed things to do and places to shop, sleep, and dine. In the village alone the P&O and later he Maine Central employed nearly 100 people. The station and roundhouse was in operation 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Three logging railroads also came on the scene, these railroads did not last long but they provided jobs and brought in revenue for the town. The Bartlett and Albany RR (1887-1893) operated 13 miles of track and served the Bartlett Land and Lumber Company sawmill in the Village. The East Branch RR (1916-1920) operated in Glen (or Beal’s) pit, across route 302 and through the woods from where Hartmann Model RR Museum is located now, bringing out logs over their 13 miles of track that extended north to Black Mountain. Cars loaded with logs were stored at the siding in Glen pit. The Rocky Branch RR (1908-1913) operated 11-½ miles of track, following the Rocky Branch of the Saco River. Logs were brought down to their staging area. That staging area is where Grant’s Supermarket now sits. Once the cars were ready, the Maine Central would move them and the cars for the East Branch, to their interchange point with the Boston and Maine at Intervale. This combined labor force numbered over 100. There are only scant traces of these lines now, they are all gone. Time has passed. The last regularly scheduled passenger train on the Maine Central Railroad was in 1958. The roundhouse still stands today; its turntable was removed in 1913. It was sold to the State of N. H. in 1958. They used it as a sand and salt depot until the early 1980’s. Freight service continued to dwindle and on September 3, 1983 the last regularly scheduled freight ran over the line, closing out a century of service through Bartlett. The freight house was regularly used until early 1984, it still stands today.

BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 A LEGAL ADVENTURE Bartlett Land and Lumber Co v. Daniel Saunders BARTLETT LAND AND LUMBER COMPANY V. DANIEL SAUNDER8. (See 8. C., 13 Otto, 31&-326.) April 1881 - U.S. Supreme Court Boundaries of land—reference to plat—u/uue0r° tained boundary—estoppel by a surrey. 1. In boundaries of land, monuments control courses and distances. 2. Where land granted was bounded by Hart's Location, it is no objection that Hurt's Location had never been located by a fixed definite survey, if tin.' plat of it annuxed to the grant and referred to in n. did show a boundary line, laid down to a scale. 3. As Hart's Location must necessarily have n western boundary somewhere, and as its limits anil bounds were shown, whether correctly or incorrectly, by public maps in the archives of the State, it could not be said that this boundary was incapable of ascertainment. 4. A line run without any communication 01H urn •incut with the proprietors of Hart's Location, or any other parties having an interest in the adJoining lands, and in ignorance of the true western boundary of that location on the land, is no estop>el "n the question of that boundary. [No. 251.] Argued Apr. 1,4, 1881. Decided Apr. 15, 1881. IN ERROR to the Circuit Court of the United States for the District of New Hampshire. The case is fully stated by the court. Messrs. William L. Putnam, / IV. Hackett and Ossian Ray, for plaintiff in error: Hart's Location is not such monument, as. is intended by the maxim that "Courses and distances yield to boundaries." "The reason why monuments, as a general thing, in the determination of boundaries, control courses and distances, is that they are less liable to mistakes; but the rule ceases with the reason of it." White v. Luning,QSV. S., 520 (XXIII..940). "The ordinary rule rests on the presumption that all grants and conveyances are made with reference to an actual view of the premises by the parties thereto." Higinbotham v. Stoddard, 72 N. Y., 98. "Where a boundary is inadvertently inserted or cannot be found, * * * or an adherence to it would defeat the evident intent of the parties, * * * the boundary may be rejected, and the extent of the grant be determined by measurement, or other portions of the grant." Morsev. Rogers, 118 Mass., 578. "A call for a line not marked, will not control courses and distances." Luning (lupra); see, also, None v. Rogers, 118 Mass., 572; Smitii v. Dodge, 2 N. H., 303; Bowman v Farmer, 8 N. H., 402; Drew v. Drew, 28 N. H., 489; Hall v. Davit, 86 N. H., 569; Cviminytiam v. C'urtit, 57 N. H., 167; Enjield v. Permit, 5 N. H., 280. M,-xxrn. 3. G. Abbott, Daniel Sounders one Charles G. Saunders, for defendant in error: It has been repeatedly decided that the lineol another tract of land is a monument, which will control both courses and distance mentioned in a deed. Peailee v. Gee, 19 N. H., 278; Cunningham, v. Curtis 67 N. H., 167; Breek v. Young, 11 N. H., 485; How, v. Bait, 2 Mass., 380; Fla v. Thuriton, 18 Pick., 145; Henshaw v. Mi lent, 121 Mass., 148; Bond v. Fay, 8 Allen, 212; Cltadbourne v. Mown, 48 Me., 389; Abbott v. Abbott, 51 Me., 575; Haynet v. Young, 36 Me., 557; Park v. Pra«,88 Vt.,545; Bolton v. /xmn, 16 Tex., 96; James v. Brooks, 6 Heiak., 151; Com. v. MeCrary, 8 Jones, 496. Hart's Location is such a monument. The fact that its westerly line had never been actually located on the ground at the point where the north line of Klkins' Grant strikes it, will in no way vary the rule. Id cerium est quod certum reildi poteit. Corn v. JtcCrary (supra); Dula v. M'Ohee, 12Ired.,332; Brownv. Hobton,3 A. K. Marsh., 880; Kronenberger v. Hoffner, 44 Mo., 185. If the distance from the Lincoln corner to the location was greater than they supposed, that would not affect a deed conveying all the land lying between the two bounds. Newsom v. Pryor, 7 Wheat., 7; Mayhew v. Norton, 17 Pick., 857. It has been decided that the .words, "by land of adjoining owner," mean along the line of such land. Penslee v. Oee (supra); Breek v. Young (supra); Enjield v. Day, 11 N. H.,520; Brown v. Hobton (supra). The line from Hart's Location to the Albany corner must be a straight one. Alien v. Kinysbury, 16 Pick., 235. To the same effect are the following cases: Henniker v. Hopkinton, 18 N. H., 98; Jenks v. Morgan, 6 Gray, 448; Henthaw v. Mullen* (supra); Call v. Barker, 12 Me., 820. There is no such point as that mentioned in the grant, from which a line drawn due south shall strike the northwest corner of Albany, the whole western boundary of the location being east of such line. This boundary must then be a line drawn from Albany to the nearest point on the westerly line of the location., Campbell v. Brandt, 4 Jones, 813. In the case of Coburn v. Coxeter, 51 N. H., 158, the above case of Campbell v. Branch, is cited in the opinion, and the principle there laid down, approved by the New Hampshire court. Where any principle of law, establishing a rule of real property has been established in the state court, the same rule will be applied to the United States Courts that would be applied to the state tribunals. Suydam v. Williamson, 24 How., 427 (65 U. 8., xYl.,742); Jackson v.Chev, 12 Wheat.,158; Walker v. /State Harbor Comrs., 17 Wall., 648 (84 U. 8., XXI., 744). Mr. Justice Bradley delivered the opinion of the court: 13171 This is a writ of entry brought by the plaint- l iff in error, the demandant below, against thedefendant, to recover possession of a certain tract of land in Grafton County, New Hampshire, described as foDows: "Beginning at the1 northwest corner of the Town of Albany, and thence running north about 8 degrees east, threemiles and 65 rods, to a spruce tree marked; ami from thence north about 6 degrees east, 4 mile. and 95 rods, to a fir tree marked; and from thence south about 87i degrees east, to the westerly line of Hart's Location, and to the easterly line of Grafton County, as established by the Act approved July 3d, 1875, entitled ' An Act Establishing the East Line of Grafton County;' and from thence along the east line of Grafton County to the bound begun at, and containing 8,000 acres of land, more or less." The defendant filed a plea, defending his. right in, and denying disseizin of, all the land described in the plaintiff's.writ which is included in the following described tract, viz: "Beginning at the nortwest corner of the Town of Albany, formerly called Burton, and thence running north about three degrees east, three milesand sixty-five rods,to a spruce tree marked; and from thence north about six degrees east, four miles and ninety-five rods, to a fir tree marked; and from thence south about eightyseven and one-half degrees east, to the westerly line of Hart's Location; thence southerly by the westerly line of Hart's Location to the point iu said westerly line nearest to the nortwest corner of said Albany; thence in a strai't line to the northwest corner of said Albany." As to the. remainder of the land claimed in the plaintiff's, writ, the defendant disclaimed title. Upon these issues the cause came on to be tried, and after the demandant's evidence was adduced, the court below instructed the jury that upon the case made by the demandant ft was not entitled to recover, and a verdict was given for the defendant, and judgment rendered accordingly. The present writ of error is brought to reverse this judgment. 13181 The specific points raised upon the trial, up-' on which the court was called upon to pass, are presented by a bill of exceptions, which exhibits the evidence in detail. Such parts of thievidence as may be necessary to understand the matters of law raised by the writ of error will be adverted to. The demandant, on the trial, produced and deraigned title under a quitclaim deed from James Willey, land commissioner of the Stole of New Hampshire, to Alpheus Bean and others, dated Nov. 26, 1831, made by authority of i resolve of the Legislature,which included the lands claimed in the writ. The demandant also produced a prior deed, under which the defendant claimed the land described in his plea, being a deed from Abner R. Kelly,Treasurer of the State of New Hampshire, :o Jasper El kins and others, dated August 31, 1830, and made by authority of a resolve of the Legislature, which deed purported to convey he following described tract in the County of Grafton, New Hampshire, to wit: "Beginning at the northeast corner of the Town of Lincoln, and running east seven miles and one hundred and seventeen rods to Hart'sLocation; thence southerly by the westerly boundary of said location to a point so far south that a line drawn thence due south shall strike the northwest corner of the Town of Burton; thence -south to said northwest corner of Burton; thence westerly along the northern line of Waterville to the eastern ooundary of Hatch and Cheever's grant; thence northerly and westerly by said grant to the east line of Thornton; thence by said line of Thornton northerly to the line of Lincoln, and along this line to the point first mentioned." The principal question in the cause was whether the premises thus granted to Elkins and others by the last named deed embraced the land described in the defendant's plea; if they did, as was held by the Judge at the trial, the defendant's was the elder title to the land in dispute, and the title of the demandant failed, and there is no error in the instructions as to the documentary title. The beginning corner of the premises granted to Elkins and others was conceded to be a well known point, and the general position of the first line of the survey, which is described as "running east 7 miles and 117 rods to Hart's Lo[319] cation," was not disputed; nor was the position of the northwest corner of the Town of Burton (now Albany) disputed, it being a common point to which both parties referred; nor were the lines of the Elkins survey from the northwest corner of Burton "westerly along the northerly line of Waterville, etc., to the point first mentioned," brought in question. The only point in dispute was the eastern boundary of the Elkins tract; the defendant contending that, by virtue of the deed of 1830, it extended eastwardly.to Hart's Location, covering the disputed territory; and the demandant contending that it did not extend further to the eastward than the northwest corner of Burton (or Albany) and a line drawn north from that point. The language of the grant is, " east 7 miles and 117 rods to Harft Location; then southerly fty the westerly boundary of laid location to a point so far south that a line drawn thence due .south shall strike the northwest corner of the Town of Burton; thence, etc." Now, if when the grant was made, there was a tract known as Hart's Location lying easterly and in the vicinity of the land granted, and if it had a westerly boundary to which the granted tract could by any reasonable possibility extend, no more apt language for this purpose could have been adopted. It would be a monument which would control courses and distances. If more or less distant from the point of beginning than 7 miles and 117 rods, still it would control the survey. If a line drawn due south from any point of its western boundary would not strike the northwest corner of Burton, then they must be connected by a line not running due south. The line of shortest distance between said boundary and said northwest corner would be the proper one, and this is the one that was adopted. Hart's Location is called for, and to that location we ore bound to go. The evidence was overwhelming and uncontradicted to show the existence and notoriety of Hart's Location. It is a Urge tract of land lying on both sides of the Saco River, directly to the eastward of the Elkins tract. On the 27th of April, 1772, this tract was granted by Governor Wentworth, in the name of the King, to one Thomas Chadbourne. The plaintiff produced in evidence a copy of that grant, having a plat or survey of the tract annexed to it. The premises granted are described as follows: "Beginning at a birch tree being the southwesterly corner bounds of a tract of kind granted to Mr. Vere Koy.se; from thence running north four hundred and seventy rods, from thence extending westerly the same breadth of four nundred and seventy rods, the distance of two hundred and eighty-five rods from thence running northwesterly six hundred rods, from thence running nearly a north course thirteen hundred rods until it meets the notch or narrowest passage leading through the White Mountains lying upon Saco River. The plat, or survey, annexed to the grant shows the Saco River running through it. It follows the river on both sides from the beginning of the survey up to the mountains. It is conceded that the beginning corner is well known; and the general location of the tract is undisputed. By the name of Hart's Location it has been well known for nearly a century past. Its census has been published in the laws, like that of a regular township, and it seems to have been treated in some sort as a tfuani township. In the state census published with the laws of 1815, and again in 1820, the population of Hart's Locution is put down as 35 for the year 1810, and at 65 for 1820. In the Acts for the apportionment of the state lax among the several townships of the State, theprorata share of Hart's Location was fixed at 8 cents on a thousand dollars in 1816; at 12 cents in 1820; at 10 ceuts in 1824; and at 8 cents in 1829. By an Act approved Dec. v>4th, 1828, it was resolved"That Hart's Location, in the County of Coos, be annexed and classed with the Towns of Bartlett and Adams, in said county, for the purpose of electing a representative to the general court, until the Legislature shall otherwise order." The demandant's principal witness stated that it had been a political organization at one time and sent a representative to the general court. But it was claimi. I by the demandant, and proof was offered to show that the western boundary of Hart's Location, being in a wild and mountainous region, had never been located on the ground in 1830, and could not be located from the description contained in the grant, because it was too vague and uncertain, to admit of a fixed and definite survey. But the plat annexed to the grant, and referred toby the grant for greater certainty, did show a boundary line, laid down to a scale. If there was no other evidence on the subject, this would be sufficient to show that Hart's Location had a boundary, and a definite one, whether it was ever actually run out on the ground or not. In or about 1803, on occasion of a general perambulation of the townships of the State, made in pursuance of an Act of the Legislature, a survey of Hart's Location was made by one Merrill, by public authority, and deposited in the office of the Secretary of State. This was also produced in evidence on the trial, and showed a well-defined map of the location, laid down to a scale—differing some what from the plat annexed to the original grant, but not more than might be naturally expected if the original was not used. There can be no doubt, therefore, that when Hart's Location was referred to in public Acts and resolves, whether for the purpose of taking the census, taxation or political jurisdiction, it was referred to as a defined tract or portion of territory, within the bounds of which the State claimed no proprietary interest. In 1830, when the Legislature, by a resolve, authorized, and by its treasurer made, to Elkins and his associates, a grant of land to extend from the Town of Lincoln on the west to Hart's Location on the east, the exterior line extending along "by the westerly boundary of said location, "it is difficult to find any ground for uncertainty or ambiguity in the grant, or to imagine how, after that, the State, or any persons claiming under the State, could, with any show of reason, claim that there was no such thing in being as a Hart's Location having a western boundary; or that the Elkins grant did not extend to and bound upon it. All rights of the State up to and adjoining said location were as clearly disposed of as if the two grants, that of Hart's Location and that to Elkins and others, had been made in the same instrument; granting to one party, first, Han's Location as described in Chadbourne's patent, and then granting to Elkins and his associates all the residue of the hinds westward to the Town of Lincoln between designated side lines on the north and south. The truth is, that Hart's Location itself was the monument indicated, whatever might be the location of its western boundary. The existence of the location as a territorial subDivision of New Hampshire was as notorious and certain as the existence of any township in the State. It must of necessity have had a boundary whether that boundary had ever been actually surveyed on the ground or not. The State owned all the land lying westerly of it, between it and the Township of Lincoln, and this land had never been granted to any person. It was wild, mountainous land of little value. The whole area, equal to the extent of a large township, and containing probably seventy or eighty square miles, was in 1880 valued at only $800. All this tract thus lying to the west of Hart's Location was granted to Elkins and his associates. They may have been under an erroneous impression as to the true location of the western boundary of Hart's Location, but whatever it was, and whenever found, that was to be the boundary of the grant. It may be true, as stated by the Supreme Court of Massachusetts in Hone v. Bogert, 118 Mass., 578, that where a boundary is inadvertently inserted or cannot be found or an adherence to it would defeat the evident intent of the parties, "the boundary may be rejected, and the extent of the grant be determined by measurement, or other portions of the grant." But that is not the case here. The evident intent of the parties was to go to Hart's Location as a territory or known body of land, without particular regard to a marked, designated and visible line. It was their intent to leave no land belonging to the State between that territory and Uie tract granted. This was clearly the principal object in view; and as Hart's Location must necessarily have a western boundary somewhere, and as its limits and bounds were shown, •whether correctly or incorrectly.by public maps in the archives of the State, it could not be said See 18 Otto. U. S., Book 26. that this boundary was incapable of ascertainment. To hold this, and abandon the call of the deed for Hart's Location, and to confine the grantees to courses and distances, would defeat instead of-furthering the intention of the parties. If the western boundary of Hart's Location had never been surveyed on the ground, it could be surveyed; or it could be located by agreement between the owners of it and the owners of the Elkins grant. They were the only parties who after that grant had any interest in the matter. It may well be asked, if the call for Hart's Location and its western boundary can have no 13Z3J significance in the Elkins grant in 1830, how does it suddenly acquire significance in 1831, hi the grant under which the demandant claims? The language used is almost exactly the same: "thence easterly to Hart's Location; thence southeasterly by said Hart's Location, etc." "With the accumulated evidence on the subject which was presented in the demandant's case, most of it of such a character as not to admit of contradiction, we think that the Judge was perfectly right in assuming that Hart's Location was a monument sufficiently definite to control the courses and distances given in the grant. Indeed, we do not see how he could have done otherwise. The fact that the Town of Burton, which lay to the south of Hart's Location, extended so fur westerly that its northwest corner would not be met by a line drawn due south from any part of Hart's Location, cannot prevent the Elkins grant from extending to Hart's Location, as its eastern boundary, as called for in the deed. As before stated, the connection between this location and the northwest corner of Burton, if it cannot be made by a line drawn due south as called for, must necessarily be made by the line of shortest distance between them. This is the surveyors' rule and the rule of law. Campbell v. Brandt, 4 Jones (N. C.), 818. It is constantly applied when trees or monuments on or near the margin of a river are called for in a deed where the river is a boundary. We think that the Judge did not err in relation to the construction and effect of Elkins' deed. But the demandant raised another point at the trial, namely: that the owners of the Elkins grant had estopped themselves from claiming under it any land eastwardly of a line running north from the northwest corner of the Town of Burton, or Albany. The evidence offered on this point tended to show that about,or soon after the date of the Elkins grant, the grantees or some of them employed surveyors to ascertain the extent and boundaries of the grant, and that a line was run directly (or nearly) north from the northwest corner of Burton,to I lie north line of the grant, as the supposed eastern boundary adjoining Hart's Location; but that this was done without any communication or agreement with the proprietors of Hart's Location or any other parties having an interest in the adjoining lands, and in ignorance of the true western r«24. boundary of that location on the land. The evi- 1B**J dence consisted of the testimony as to the declarations of some or one of the grantees, as to the running of such line, made over forty years before, and of a recent examination of marked trees, which indicated a date corresponding with the period referred to. 85 649 We think that the Judge was ri.q-h t. in holding that this evidence was totally insiillidci.it, under the law of New Hampshire, or any other law, to show such a teMemtnt of the line, as to estop the owners of the grant from claiming to the extent of the description contained in the deed. Conceding that everything was proved which the evidence tended to prove, it would only show that the grantees made a tentative effort to find the limits of their property in a mountainous and almost inaccessible wilderness, without consultation or communication with any other parties, and without doing any act or thing that could in the least commit them in relation to such parties. The only line shown to have been the subject of any agreement was that located by Wilkins in 1850, parallel to, and 235 chains from, the Saco, which was concurred in by Walker, the agent of the owners of the Elkms grant, and one Davis, who professed to own one half of Hart's Location. It is alleged by the counsel of the demandant that the law of New Hampshire on the subject of estoppel as to boundary lines is peculiar; that an agreement settling such lines, though made by parol, is binding upon the parties and all those claiming under them. Conceding this to be true, not the slightest evidence was offered to show any agreement whatever, or even any communication, between the adjoining owners prior to 1850, and the line then agreed upon coincides substantially with that which is now claimed by the defendant. It is contended, however, that the running of the hypothetical line northerly from the Burton corner was an estoppel as regards the State; that the State, upon the faith of this line being run and marked by the Elkins grantees, entered upon the land eastward of it, and granted the same to Bean and others. That is, the State, by legislative resolve and solemn grant, having [325] in 1830 granted to Elkins and others all the land west of Hart's Location, had the right to reenter upon some 8,000 acres of the same land in 1831 and grant it out to third parties, because the Elkins grantees, in making an ex parte survey, had mistaken the position of the west boundary of Hart's Location. There is no pretense, certainly no proof, that this survey was made by any concurrence of the parties, or that there was even any communication between the agents of the State and the Elkins grantees. The agents of the State simply lay by and watched the operations of Elkins and company, and finding, or supposing, that they had made a mistake, and had left a vacant tract of land between the line they ran and Hart's Location, stepped in and made another grant to other parties of nearly a sixth part of the tract granted to the Elkins party. Not a particle of evidence was produced to show any acquiescence on the part of Elkins and his associates in this proceeding, or that they had any notice or knowledge of it. So far as appears, they have never acknowledged the right of these new grantees, nor have they ever admitted that any one had any right to interfere with the extension of their land eastwardly to Hart's Location. We think no case can be found, that would make out an estoppel under such circumstances as these. We have been referred with much confidence to the case of Propn. of Enfield v. Day, 11 N. H., 590. We have carefully examined this case, and do not find in it anything to support the proposition contended for. There the State interposed, after due notice to the parties and an inquiry by the Legislature, in reference to the true and right ownership of a certain gore between two adjoining townships, which by an alleged mistake of a figure had not been included in the grant (of Enfield) in which it was intended to be. The south line was south 08° east in the deed, when it should have been south 58° east. The grant of Grantham was made a few years afterwards, binding on Enfield, but having the right course (south 58° east) for its north line. On the application of the proprietors of Enfield and adjoining townships, the Legislature was applied to to correct this error, and commissioners were appointed to run the true line, and the disputed gore was granted to Enfield. The parties acquiesced for 20 years, and the question was, whether Enfield had sufficient seisin and color of title to claim the benefit of [326] the Statute of Limitations; and the court held that it had. But the court expressed itself with great caution as follows: "In this case we are clearly of opinion the seisin would not pass by the mere effect of the second grant; but was there not such a previous re-entry and assertion of ri-rlit on the part of the government as to constitute, together with the grant, a conveyance with livery of seisin? An entry upon the land by the government agents, and the running anew and re-marking of lines, with the express design of a reconveyance to rectify a former mistake, would seem to be evidence sufficient to show an actual possession in the government of any given tract." Was anything of this kind done in the present case? Were the Elkins grantees notified of any error or mistake Y Were they informed of the intention to regrant a portion of the tract granted to them? Did they acquiesce in such proceedings? Nothing of the kind. But the court adds: "The proceedings of the Legislature were had on publicnotice, and actual service on the proprietors of Grantham. They also had full knowledge o! the subsequent proceedings of the proprietors, of Enfield, in their entry upon and frequent sales, of portions of this gore of land, claiming the whole under the grant from the State, and must be regarded as acquiescing in such adverse possession and claim. It is now too late for the proprietors of Grantham to assert their title." It is obvious that the cases are totally distinct; and it is unnecessary to discuss the subject further. The Judge, on this part of the case, instructed the jury that there was no evidence before them to estop or bar those claiming under the Elkins grant from maintaining their line by the westerly side of Hart's Location; and in this we think he was right. The, judgment of the Circuit Court it affirmed True copy. Test: James H. MuKenney, Clerk, Sup. Court, V. 8. Source Material: United States Supreme Court reports, Volume 26 By United States. Supreme Court, Lawyers Co-operative Publishing Company Source Material: http://books.google.com/books?id=44oYAAAAIAAJ&pg=PA551&lpg=PA550&ots=xG7V-mZ1XV&dq=Elkins+grant+land+NH&output=text Back to Top of This Page and Menu Some of these pages are under construction Livermore Menu Introduction Timeline 1865-1965 Forever Livermore Article Sawyer River Railroad Saunders Family Nicholas Norcross Shackfords Owners Howarth Card Collection Lumbering Practices Legal Problems Peter Crane Thesis Bits and Pieces

Bartlett NH - Glen Junction area - 1952 aerial photo BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 Glen Area Upper Bartlett Glen Area Cooks Crossing Goodrich Falls Jericho Intervale Dundee West Side Road Kearsarge This picture was taken in the winter of 1952. If you live in Bartlett you probably drive through here everyday. Do you know where it is? Just a hint, the building at left center is the Storybook Motor Inn. Everyone knows where The Red Parka Pub is located. Well, it wasn't always a pub. It started life as a General Store in the 1940's. Nancy Grant Bartlett shared this information: In 1952, the building that is now the Red Parka Pub was my parents' general store. In 1965, they built Grant's (on the hill), and Conway Supply (Bun Lucy) rented the "old store". A year later (I think - maybe it was two), my parents built the shopping center and Conway Supply moved there. At that time, my parents rented the building to Dottie and Rick Roderick, and they opened it as the Red Parka Pub. A couple of years later, the Rodericks moved back to Massachusetts. Dewey & Jean Mark and Al & Lois Nelson then leased it from my parents, and eventually Dewey and Jean purchased it. The rest, as they say, is history.... More trivia - the house where Jen Forman lived was the station agent's house, and my great-grandfather, Frank Burnell, was the station agent. After Papa (my great-grandfather) died, the house was sold. I don't remember who bought it originally, but it was sold again in the 60's and became Vien na Lodge. The Vienna Lodge sign is also in the Pub at the Parka. My house (since 1968) is just before that. Redparka One more 60 year old memory has come in from Roger Marcoux of Bartlett: "Straight ahead through that left door on the back wall was where The Rifleman rifles were (toy gun) when it was Grant's Store, ( I know, because I got one) and just in front of that on the right was the cooler with 16 ounce Jic-Jac soda for a dime, which was a pretty crazy deal since Cokes were a nickel in Bartlett, plus a 2 cent deposit unless you drank it there, but you only got 6-1/4 ounces, and Pepsi was a dime for 12 ounces. It was also Carroll County Hardware at one point, before they moved that to main street in North Conway on the right side of the entrance to Reporter Court. I helped my dad paint that building." Red Parka Pub - 1970 burnell Glen Train Station and Post Office. Mr Burnell is standing next to the porch. dated 1909 Nancy Grant Bartlett sent this photo: "Here is my great-grandfather, Frank Burnell . He was the station agent in Glen and lived in the red house next door to my house." kensCoffee Top of Page Redparka burnell kensCoffee sanbornsstore storyland Cannellphotos Boulder coveredbridgeshop roadkill RoadKillCafe FrogRock PineGlen Lock Shop sanbornsstore storyland Roy Sanborn's Store in Glen, N.H. It closed in the mid 1960's and became Gabby's Pub. It later became The Ross Family's Margarita Grill. They called it MargaritaVille until the folks who already trademarked the name complained. As of this writing it is the Margarita Grill Restaurant, Across the Street from Patch's Marketplace. (2022) Thanks to Robert Gerouard for this picture. Storyland in Glen was founded in the early 1950's by Bob Morrell. That's a whole story in itself, that I will get around to one of these days. I would suppose this little map is from the very beginning days. I recall once when my family went there in the mid 1950's and my older brother "Hap", w ho was about ten years old, was studying the old fire truck they had there and wondered why the siren didn't work. Being a mechanical sort of kid he noticed that it was simply that the battery was disconnected and within five minutes he had it all connected and had the siren wailing. The Storyland management was not impressed. They didn't throw us out though. I have a dedicated page for Storyland at this LINK . Cannellphotos Cannell's in Glen about 1935. At this time the highway ran about 600 feet south of its current location in the Jericho Road area. The Cannell's that most 2000 era folks remember was at the Intervale Scenic Vista. They moved there from Glen in 1937. They closed the business in 2022. This post card was sent in by Diane Lambert and is labeled Cannell's, Glen, N.H. The cars in this picture suggest a time frame in the 1920's. The mountains in the background are suggestive of the area around the Intervale scenic vista...but the Cannell's did not move there until 1937. I think a closer investigation will reveal this is a southwesterly view from their Glen location. The Bartlett Boulder Boulder This 1900 era photo shows the Bartlett Boulder suspended by four smaller boulders. It was once a very visible attraction but in recent years trees grew up and houses were built. It is now in the backyard of a house opposite the Glen Warehouse. (Allen Road) I don't know how they feel about folks traipsing about to search it out. There is no sign, so that might be a hint they hope you don't find it.... (just my guess) The Bartlett Boulder is a large glacial erratic. The exact date when the Bartlett Boulder came to its final resting spot is unknown, but it is generally believed to have been deposited in its current location by a glacier during the last Ice Age, which ended about 11,700 years ago. The Bartlett Boulder is made of Conway granite, which is found about 30 miles to the north. This suggests that the boulder was transported by a glacier from its source to its current location. Glaciers can transport boulders of this size over long distances, and the Bartlett Boulder is a testament to the power of these massive ice sheets. The movement of the Bartlett Boulder is generally attributed to the Wisconsin glaciation, which occurred between 85,000 and 11,000 years ago. During this period, glaciers covered much of North America, including New England, and left behind many glacial features, such as moraines, drumlins, and erratics like the Bartlett Boulder. coveredbridgeshop This photo is the Glen covered bridge, sometime in the 1950's. It was built 100 years before that in 1850. It was restored in 1967. Next picture down shows it as "The Shop In The Bridge ". It was purchased from the Government for $1.00 by Jules Cassenelli who opened it as a shop in 1968-69. Mr Cassenelli was also the Bartlett Postmaster and lived on Company Hill (Albany Ave) in the Village. He also operated the movie theatre in North Conway. As of 2022 this location is called "The Covered Bridge Shop " and is part of a Bed n Breakfast next door. The lower photo is the backside of the postcard, dated Sep 24, 1969, mailed from Jackson.. Frog Rock was a familiar Landmark roadkill RoadKillCafe The Road Kill Cafe - 1992 Was located just west of the West Side Road intersection. Before the Road Kill it was The Mad Hatter Restaurant. After its restaurant days it became a laundry business and then a ski shop . This area was known for many years as "Frog Rock". Around 2018 The Frog was moved a hundred yards west to Norman Head's property, the former Woodshed. FrogRock Frog Rock as a Landmark PineGlen Before, (and after), it was the Roadkill Cafe the area was locally referred to as Frog Rock. Tom Luken , living in Colorado now (2026), tells me that his dad, Ed Luken Sr, who fought in WW2 in 10th Mountain Division, built the house at frog rock in the 1960's as the family residence. When Ed Sr purchased the property in the 1960's, it was known then as Pine Glen Cabins . This editor remembers only one cabin at that location in 1960 and it was the home of a small bicycle sales and repair shop. Eddie Luken, the oldest son, served two tours in Vietnam. He headed west, married and had 3 boys. Vietnam took its toll on him mentally. PTSD. He passed in March, 2014, 3 days after his mom died. Perhaps around 2015 the frog was moved a short distance west to the Norman Head property where it can still be seen to this day (2026). Eddie Luken: 1967 Kennett High School graduation picture. Lock Shop The Lock Shop's background This item appeared in the Letters to the Editor of the Conway Daily Sun on September 10, 2009. — To the editor: I must correct some information in your article about Joe Thibodeau’s recent purchase of The Lock Shop [Conway Daily Sun Business section, Sept. 2, 2009]. My step-father, William Gimber, started The Lock Shop in North Conway. He owned the former gas station where the Connie Davis Watson park is now located. The garage was for gas sales and a mini-mart only. The service bay was where Bill originated The Lock Shop (that and his van). He ran it there until he purchased the location where Prompto Oil Change now is. You may remember there was a vacant retail space and a small laundromat. Bill then moved The Lock Shop to that location and ran it up until his passing in November 1975. There were two employees then, Doug Carr and John Stetson. Doug Carr, while a valuable employee, never owned either the business or the real estate. Doug and his wife Ruth, in their retirement, had built a house on Dundee Road a fter my father’s passing, I managed the business with the very capable help of Doug and John. Doug had already retired up here once and didn’t want to continue working any more. About that time, John started having some personal problems and the family decided it was time to sell. Mr. Charlie Albro had previously expressed some interest and we ended up negotiating a satisfactory agreement. He ran the business until he sold it to Bob and Maureen Day . Charlie Albro moved the business from North Conway to Conway when he purchased that mobile home park there in the rear and he subsequently sold to Bob Day. Don’t mean to be picky, but I hope this clarifies the situation for both you and Mr. Thibodeau. Again, Mr. Carr never owned the business. I still have some old Lock Shop memo pads with my father’s name on them. Norman J. Head Badger Realty LLC Jackson This item seems to be more about North Conway than Bartlett. It's included here because Bill Gimber owned The Woodshed in Glen. His Lock Shop van was often seen there. Upper Bartlett Glen Area Cooks Crossing Goodrich Falls Jericho Intervale Dundee West Side Road Kearsarge

Anchor 1 Anchor 2 The Shackfords' at Livermore and a 1977 Reporter Press article written by Janet Hounsell in 1977. Some of these pages are under construction Livermore Menu Introduction Timeline 1865-1965 Forever Livermore Article Sawyer River Railroad Saunders Family Nicholas Norcross Shackfords Owners Howarth Card Collection Lumbering Practices Legal Problems Peter Crane Thesis Bits and Pieces ABOUT THE AUTHOR, Janet Hounsell Janet Hounsell, 83, of Conway, N.H., died Sept. 3, 2009 From 1971 to 1983, she was a reporter-photographer for the former North Conway (N.H.) Reporter. She also was a columnist for the then-Laconia Evening Citizen and contributed to the Conway Daily Sun, Carroll County Independent of Center Ossipee, and the Berlin Reporter. all in New Hampshire. She leaves her husband, Carl; a daughter, Carla Marie; three granddaughters. source material: Hounsell, Janet Macallister GO BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 See a You Tube video where Tom Monahan shares his recollections of Livermore during the 1940's and 50's. Here's the link Livermore Menu Introduction Timeline 1865-1965 Forever Livermore Article Sawyer River Railroad Saunders Family Nicholas Norcross Shackfords Owners Howarth Card Collection Lumbering Practices Legal Problems Peter Crane Thesis Bits and Pieces

, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , The George Family of Bartlett Village I'm just getting started on this section and already I'm beginning with a Question? I have seen reference to the Timothy George Farm in various places and I believe it was located in the area of the present day Villager Motel. I am wondering how (if) Timothy was related to Franklin George of the Village. He, and his family are buried at the west end of the Garland Ridge Cemetery, close by to all the other Georges', but not in the same plot. Timothy W. George was born in 1800 and died Feb 1869. His wife, Lavina, born 1806 and died in June of 1870. Timothy Jr died at 24 years of age in Jan 1869 and a Daughter, Sarah, died Nov of 1863 at 26 years of age. How did the father and son come to die just a month apart; and Lavina just a year and a half later. I'd guess they succombed to the Asiatic Flu that swept the world about that time, although there were many other incurable contagions that were much more common. How did Timothy come to own the farm and who inherited the farm after their deaths? That's alot of questions for a 155 year old event. Beginnings in Passaconway SOURCE: PASSACONAWAY IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS William James Sidis Published in 1916 http://www.sidis.net/PassContents.htm During the year 1800, Austin George, with a large family (fourteen children) drove up from Conway to the Passaconway intervale and built a large barn of hewed and split white pine from top to bottom. No labor was wasted, for the timber grew upon the very ground which the settler wished to clear. The men chose rift trees, split the boards, shingles and planks and smoothed them with an adze. A log-house was built and finished in the same way. One or two neighbors came with this family, but made no preparations for permanent settlement, and, after two or three years, went back to Conway. Mr. George's oldest son brought his bride from Conway to live with the family. Doubtless owing to the hardship of pioneer life, sickness came to the family. A daughter, nineteen years of age, died of consumption. The nearest neighbors were ten miles way. The poor mother was forced to make all the funeral preparations with her own hands. Friends arrived later and the customary burial rites were observed. The father, Austin George, was a scholar and a great reader. He taught his children geography, grammar, arithmetic and history, and in later years some of these frontier children became among the best school teachers In the country. So cold was the climate that corn and wheat were out of the question; in fact, the only vegetables they could raise were those which frost could not kill, such as cabbages, turnips, onions, and potatoes. Although the soil is unusually fertile and free from stones, so very short is the season between frosts (for ice often forms here in July and August) that only the fast growing vegetables and those that can survive the frosts can be relied upon. The girls and boys reaped abundant crops of hay, while the father cultivated the garden. The mother, by hand, wove the clothes for the numerous members. The entire family had to turn to and toil from daylight to dark in order to eke out their meagre existence. There were no drones in these early families. Times grew harder and harder in the George home. The cattle died of the "Burton Ail," no remedy at this time being known. A hurricane swept through the very center of the valley, tearing up trees by the roots. Everything in its path, which was a half mile in width, was laid level with the ground. The hurricane crossed the valley from northwest to southeast. In 1814, the family decided to abandon the place. Two sons had left and enlisted in the war against England, one of whom was killed at the Battle of Bridgewater in July, 1814. In October of the same year, the oldest son moved his family away. The now aged father decided to stay long enough to feed his stock the supply of hay on hand, while his family lived on the produce they had raised, as it was impossible to move these supplies through the forest and Mr. George had nothing with which to buy more. Until March, 1815, he remained, when, taking his family, which now consisted of a wife, three sons and three daughters, he moved to Bartlett. Mr. George felt very sad over abandoning his home in the intervale, and, although he lived twenty-four years longer, he never could bring himself to visit the spot again and see the, abandoned home. Thus Mr. George derived no benefit from the years of toil and hardship which he had put in here. For ten years the old George homestead was left to transient hunters, trappers and perhaps bandits. Yet its occupancy by the Georges had proved that, despite Chocorua's curse and the rigorous climate, human beings could exist here. In March, 1824, nine years after Mr. George had left, Mr. Amzi Russell, who had married the granddaughter of Austin George, moved into the old house and the settlement was begun in earnest; and never afterwards, up to the present, although time and again sorely tested, has it been entirely abandoned. The building was in a very dilapidated condition, having been used by rough men from time to time. The beautiful white-pine finishing had been ripped off by these vandals, who used the wood as fuel with which to cook their venison and keep themselves warm. The Russells had every reason to believe that the house had been used as a meeting-place by men who came from different parts of the country and who seemed well acquainted with the place. Evidently it had been a rendezvous for brigands who met here by agreement to divide their plunder or bury their treasure. A horse was discovered in the month of March by some of the Russells who were hunting. The family worked industriously on their farm and existed on what "garden truck" they could raise, which fare was supplemented by a plentiful supply of game. In 1833 the Russell brothers built a mill at the lower end of the intervale. Here they sawed lumber for the valley and made trips to Portland to haul lumber to market. At Portland they could procure supplies for their families. On these trips they would also bring back goods for the traders at Conway, and this helped to pay expenses. They managed to subsist by such activities and by farming. Happily and contentedly they lived, and made what improvements they could in addition to their regular tasks. Austin George had fourteen children, the first three of whom are buried in the Russell Cemetery in the Albany Intervale. Daniel George, a son of the pioneer, had a daughter, Eliza Morse George, who married Amzi Russell, son of Thomas Russell. Mrs. Russell lived to be over ninety years old. She kept a manuscript from which were taken not a few of the facts here recorded. The children of Amzi and Eliza Morse (George) Russell were Martha George Russell, who married Celon Russell Swett; Thirza Russell, who married Andrew J. Lord; Mary Russell, who died young; Ruth Priscilla Russell, who married Thomas Alden Colbath and lives in the historic old George homestead, and who for many years was Postmistress; and Flora Emma Russell, who never married. To Mrs. Colbath the present writer is deeply indebted for access to the Russell Manuscript and for letters supplementing the account given in said manuscript. Mrs. Colbath, as her acquaintances can testify, is a woman of superior intellectual ability and moral excellence, and scores of people, in many states, take pride in calling her their friend. The reason for writing so particularly about the George family is that not only have very reliable records been kept of the hardships endured, which hardships were typical of those necessarily endured by all the early families, but because Mr. George's long stay laid the foundation for a permanent settlement in the Albany Intervale. James Sidas has written extensively on the Albany area and the above material is a snippet from that. You can read the entire manuscript and see all the pictures at this link: http://www.sidis.net/PassContents.htm Feb 2013: This link seems to have disappeared but was originally somewhere in this extensive website of Mr. Sidis: http://www.sidis.net Let me know if you can find it.....thanks. According to former U.S. Forest Service Guide Ann Croto of Bartlett, who provided tours at the Russell Colbath house at the Passaconaway Historical Site for more than a dozen seasons. In December 1834, Amzi Russell married Eliza Morse George , daughter of Daniel George and granddaughter of Austin George, who was one of the first settlers in Burton (Albany) Intervale. In 1805, Croto said, Austin George built a large barn of hewed and split white pine and a log house to shelter his wife and child, just east of where the Russell Colbath House now stands. In 1810, their cabin was replaced by a framed dwelling. Repeated harsh frost, however, killed their vegetables, and the cattle died from "Burton's Ail" (later found to be caused by impure water). A hurricane also swept through the valley in 1814, leveling everything in a half-mile-wide path. The George family abandoned the valley and in 1815 moved to neighboring Bartlett. Son Daniel chose Conway as his new home. Thus were the beginnings of the George family in Bartlett. (Eliza and Amzi Russell continued along in what is now the Russell/Colbath House on the Kancamagus Highway, but that's a whole nother story) Source for the above material: http://www.fosters.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090809/GJNEWS_01/708099961 Austin's Son, Benjamin Franklin George, decided to stay on at the Bartlett Farm and fathered seven children; three from his first marriage to Charlotte Stanton and four from his second wife, Comfort Tasker. Franklin built his farmhouse in 1856 and its location in the center of town made it an ideal stop-over for travellers (there was no railroad in 1856). Franklin continued making additions to the house and by 1872 It became known as The Bartlett House with accommodations for fifty people. Franklin was a man of astonishing ambition and fortitude. In 1872 he leased the Mount Crawford House from Dr. Bemis who had acquired it from Abel Crawford (and that's another good story too). In addition to his hotels Franklin also acquired large tracts of land, at one time owning all the land from the Saco River to the Albany Town Line. In 1890 Franklin founded the Bartlett Building and Improvement Company (a loan company). In 1877 Franklin laid out a bridle path to the summit of Mount Langdon. As if he did not have enough to do he held the town office of Selectman for six terms , was a delegate to the Constitutuional Convention in 1876 and a State Representative in 1878. He was also the Town Tax Collector for many years. Franklin died at the age of 76. CHAPTER 247. AN ACT TO INCORPORATE THE BARTLETT TRUST AND BANKING COMPANY - 1891. Section 1. That Arthur L. Meserve, Perley N. Watson, Clarence E. George, W. H. Yates, W. Rounds, Edgar A. Stevens, Mark W. Pierce, George W. Darling, William G. Ayer, Henry M. Rideout, Frank George, H. L. Towle, Joseph O. George , W. S. George, C. F. Noyes, George K. Howard, Frank H. Morgan, James H. Mead, John R. Gillis, Eben O. Garland, George T. Wilson, Sanford E. Whitton, Richards, G. Morgan, Willis A. Page, Nelson C. Brooks, Freeman C. Stillings, Daniel D. Carlton, John Snow, Edward Ground, Otis H. Smith, Herbert W. Blanchard, H. P. Dearborn, John L. Pendexter, F. H. Bartlett, George \V. M. Pitman, their associates, successors, and assigns, be and hereby are made a body corporate by the name of the Bartlett Trust and Banking Company, to be located in Bartlett, in this state, with authority to have and execute all the powers and privileges incident to corporations of a similar nature, for the purpose of prosecuting the business of a safe deposit and trust company, to receive on deposit, or for safe keeping, money or other valuables, the funds of trustees, guardians, administrators, or others; to act as trustees for individuals and corporations, whether by appointment by will, by the courts, or otherwise; and officially, under appointment by the courts of this or other states, to act as financial agents, to make and negotiate loans for itself and others, or otherwise; to loan, borrow, and deal in money and securities, and to do a general banking business. Sect. 2. Said corporation shall have a capital stock of fifty thousand dollars, divided into shares of not less than fifty dollars each, with authority to increase its capital to one hundred thousand dollars; and may acquire and hold real estate for its own use to the value of ten thousand dollars, exclusive of such real estate as may be taken in good faith for indebtedness, or held as security. Said corporation shall not begin business until the sum of fifty thousand dollars shall have been paid in in cash, and no certificate of shares shall be issued until the par value of the same has been fully paid, and a certificate thereof shall have been filed in the office of the secretary of state, verified by the oath of the directors. Sect. 3. The provisions of law, now or hereafter in force, governing the taxation of the capital stock in banks and deposits in savings banks, shall apply to this company. Sect. 4. Said corporation, at any meeting duly holden, may adopt such by-laws and regulations, not repugnant to the laws of this state, as may be necessary for the management of its business Sect. 5. The private property of shareholders shall not be liable for the debts of the company. Sect. G. The affairs of this company shall be under the supervision and control of the bank commissioners, who shall examine its books and securities, make the same reports upon its condition, and receive the same pay for their services from the state, as provided in the case of savings banks. Sect. 7. Any three of the grantees may call the first meeting of the corporation by notice in writing to each grantee at least one week before the day of meeting. Sect. 8. This act shall take effect on its passage. [Approved April 7, 1891.] Information From Ann Croto The disease from which Burton (Albany) cattle suffered and which was laid to Chocorua's curse, proved to be not imaginary but real. So serious was it that, in 1821, Professor Dana, of Dartmouth College, was sent by the state to the afflicted town to find out if possible the nature of "the Burton Ail." 22 He found the cause to lie in the water, with contained a weak solution of muriate of lime. A remedy was discovered near at hand, however. It was found that a certain kind of meadow mud, when administered in large pills to the cattle, counteracted the disease. Soap-suds acted similarly.23 The town had gained an evil reputation on account of "the Burton Ail," but with the discovery of a remedy, its population and business were stimulated somewhat. These cemetery stones are located at the Garland Ridge Cemetery on Rte 302 in Bartlett - - They are ordered by date burton timGfarm Croto Austin SR BFtoBart charlotte comfort Lease PathLangdon TaxCollect bank Anzi1824 cemetery abandons The Franklin George and Elmeda (at right) operated the What Not Shop in Bartlett Village until his death. Like a relative of the same name he was also the Town Tax Collector for a number of years. rusColHouse These photos were taken sometime around 2005. There may be others there now. Primarily for Franklin's two sons, Benjamin and Clarence, better known as "Bert". Others mentioned in this story may be found at the Russell Colbath Historic Site on the Kancamagus Highway. (But this editor has not confirmed that. Anyone have pictures ??? RCInsideHouse Inside the Russell Colbath House The Historic Site includes the Russell-Colbath House, a timber frame barn, the Town of Albany Cemetery, and the one-half mile Rail N' River Trail. Additional amenities include parking, toilet facilities, picnic tables, interpretive signs. The Russell-Colbath House was built in 1832 and is the only original structure left from the town of Passaconaway. wall st 1929 Resize text here

Mallett Oil fired railroad locomotives used by the Maine Central railroad. Scotty Mallett Bartlett, NH railroad historian BARTLETT HISTORIC SOCIETY PO Box 514 - 13 School St. Bartlett, NH 03812 More Railroad Pages - Menu Top Right... Scotty Calls Them "Big Pigs" Actually, "Pigs" is not unique Scotty language. They were nicknamed " pigs" because the locomotives had to have 2 firemen shoveling coal from when they departed Bartlett until they arrived at Crawford Depot. These locomotives 1201-1204 were class x. Locomotives 1202 and 1203 were assigned as helpers out of Bartlett and the reason the turntable was removed...(they were too big to use it) and the Bartlett Wye was constructed. The Mallet locomotive is a type of articulated steam railway locomotive , invented by the Swiss engineer Anatole Mallet (1837–1919). The articulation was achieved by supporting the front of the locomotive on an extended Bissel truck . The compound steam system fed steam at boiler pressure to high-pressure cylinders driving the main set of wheels. The exhaust steam from these cylinders was fed into a low-pressure receiver and was then sent to low-pressure cylinders that powered the driving wheels on the swiveling bogie. Class X 2-6-6-2 Mallet Articulated locomotives “The Pigs” Written and researched by Scotty Mallett - Special thanks to Jerry Kelley In 1910 and 1911 the Maine Central Railroad purchased 4 large locomotives from the Boston and Maine Railroad . These locomotives were built in 1910 for use in the Hoosac Tunnel but became surplus when the tunnel became electrified in 1911. Numbered 1201-1204, The locomotives were “articulated” allowing to take the sharp turns of the “Mountain Division”. The 1202 was assigned to helper service out of Bartlett. The east end of the Wye in Bartlett was constructed, and the turntable removed and Stall 1 (Route 302 side) was lengthened to 105’ Upon arrival on the B&M 1201-1204 were fueled by coal and then converted to Bunker C oil which left a greasy film on fresh laundry and on houses. It also caused oil related fires which could only be extinguished by steam from another locomotive, so in 1912 all 4 Mallets (pronounced Mal lay) were converted by the Maine Central shops back to coal. From then on it took 2 firemen shoveling coal into the firebox constantly to create enough steam to power these giants. The crews of the Maine Central Railroad called them “pigs” as they ate so much coal. These locomotives were so large that 2 of them could not be run together as their combined weight was too much for some off the Trestles and Bridges and they also had a 20-mile an hour speed restriction on the entire Maine Central Railroad system. In 1917 at South Windham, Maine mallet # 1203 was involved in a head on collision with another train due to misunderstood train orders. 1203 was rebuilt and lasted in service longer than all the mallets. The 1201, 1202 and 1204 were scrapped in 1929 and the 1203 was scrapped January 15,1931. Here are some statistics: Length: 86 feet Height: (to top of stack) 14 feet 86 inches Weight: more than 200 tons - still under research Oil use: 10 gallons a mile Class details: Class Details HOOSAC TUNNEL The Mallett 1201. This engine was used to deliver groceries to the Mt Willard Section House, among other things. Photo courtesy Robert Giroud's Ray Evans collection