History of Raymond, New Hampshire, USA

1828 - Drowning
Drowned, in Raymond, on the 16th inst. Mr. Moses James of Candia, aged 19. Mr. J. in company with two or three intimate friends, rode from Candia to Raymond to have a little sport in fishing and having been exposed during the afternoon to several showers, his clothes had become wet, and towards evening, seeing a cove on the opposite side of the river, he attempted to swim the river, (which was about eight or ten rods wide) in order to fish in the cove. He threw his fishing rod into the water and entered therein himself, with all his clothes on, but had proceeded but a little distance when he was seized with a fit of coughing, which so far deprived him of his strength as to prevent his reaching the shore. In this situation, he called on his companions for assistance, who, not being able to swim, could afford him no aid; he being so far from them that they could extend nothing to him by which he might be drawn ashore. He continued to struggle in the water about fifteen minutes, his... Read MORE...

1839 - Raymond
Raymond, New Hampshire
Rockingham county. This town lies 25 miles W. by S. from Portsmouth, 25 S.E. from Concord, 13 W. by N. from Exeter. Two branches of the Lamprey river, from Deerfield and Canada, unite in Raymond; and the waters of two ponds also fall into this river as it passes through the town. The Patuckaway, from Nottingham, crosses the N.E. corner into Epping. The soil is various: that of the meadows bordering on the river is productive. In the N. part of the town, about 100 rods from the principal road leading to Deerfield, near the summit of a hill about 100 feet high, is a natural excavation in a ledge, called the Oven, from the appearance of its mouth. It is a regular arch about 5 feet high and of the same width, extending into the hill about 15 feet, and terminating in a number of fissures. Raymond was originally that part of Chester called Charming-fare. It was incorporated in 1765 by its present name. The names of 24 inhabitants of Raymond are found enrolled among... Read MORE...

1854 - Raymond
Raymond, a post-township in Rockingham co., New Hampshire, contains a village situated on the Concord and Portsmouth railroad, 23 miles S. E. from Concord. Population, 1256.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1892 - A TOWN IN FLAMES. Large Portion of Raymond, N. H., May Be reduced to Ashes.
Portsmouth, N. H. Dec. 6 - The town of Raymond, a small place about twenty miles from this city, is in flames. The fire first broke out about 11 o’clock last night in Pythian hall, over J. H. Watts’ drugstore. The post office and telephone office were burned out. A message asking for assistance from the fire departments was sent to Manchester and Portsmouth, and both responded, but owing to the headway which the fire had gained it is doubtful if much can be saved.
The Fitchburg Sentinel
Fitchburg, Massachusetts
December 6, 1892

1895 - Raymond
Raymond, a post-village in Raymond township, Rockingham co., N.H., on Lamprey River, and on the Concord & Portsmouth Railroad, 18 miles E. by N. of Manchester, and 23 miles W. of Portsmouth. It contains 3 churches and the Raymond High School, and has manufactures of shoes, &c. Pop. of the township, 1121.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

There are plenty of places to go and things to do in and around Raymond. Here's a list:
Pawtuckaway State Park: This is one of the area's crown jewels. Pawtuckaway offers a beautiful lake for swimming, fishing, and boating. There are also hiking trails that lead to a fire tower with panoramic views of the surrounding area. It's a great spot for a day of outdoor fun.

Candia Vineyards: Located just a short drive from Raymond, Candia Vineyards is a delightful place to taste locally-produced wines and enjoy the picturesque views of their vineyard. They often have events and live music, making it a great spot for a relaxing afternoon.

Raymond Town Common: A central gathering place, the town common hosts various events throughout the year, including concerts, farmers' markets, and holiday celebrations. It's a hub for community activities.

Raymond Historical Society Museum: Learn about the history of Raymond and the surrounding area at this small but informative museum. It's a great way to gain a deeper appreciation for the town's heritage.

Hiking and Biking Trails: ... Read MORE...