History of Cornish, New Hampshire, USA

1839 - Cornish
Cornish, New Hampshire
Sullivan county, is 17 miles N. from Charlestown, 50 N.W. by W. from Concord, and 12 N.W. from Newport. Connecticut river waters the west part of this town, and by means of a bridge connects Cornish with Windsor, Vt. The soil is generally fertile. The town is hilly, with the exception of that part which lies on the river. Blow-me-down and Bryant's brooks are the only streams of any good magnitude—these afford good mill privileges, which are improved for a woolen factory, a large number of saw, and other mills. The agricultural products of this town are very considerable. Cornish was granted June 21, 1763, to Rev. Samuel McClintock of Greenland, and 69 others. The town was settled in 1765.—Population, 1830, 1,687.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1854 - Cornish
CORNISH - a post - township of Sullivan county, New Hampshire, 50 miles N. W. from Concord. Population, 1606.
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.

1895 - Cornish
Cornish, a township of Sullivan co., N.H., on the E. bank of the Connecticut River. It has 3 churches. Pop. 1334.

Cornish Centre, a post - office of Sullivan co., N.H.

Cornish Flat, a post - village of Sullivan co., N.H., in Cornish township, 8 miles E.N.E. of Windsor, Vt., and about 10 miles N.N.E. of Claremont. It has a church.
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

1913 - JESSIE WILSON HURT, THROWN BY HORSE President's Daughter Found Unconscious by Roadside - Fiance Had Ridden Ahead.
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, Vt., Aug. 27. - Miss Jessie Woodrow Wilson, the second daughter of President Wilson, and her fiance, Francis B. Sayre of District Attorney Whitman's office in New York, went horseback riding yesterday afternoon from Cornish, where the Wilsons make their Summer home.

They turned their horses into the road that runs along the Connecticut River, close to the line that divides New Hampshire from Vermont. They had gone some five miles to the north and had turned back toward home when Mr. Sayre, who was riding a little ahead, pulled in shortly on his reins at the sight of Miss Wilson's mount running riderless past him, the reins dangling loose upon the animal's back. With one quick reach of his arm he caught the runaway bridle and wheeled about. As far up the shaded road as he could see there was no sign of his companion, and greatly alarmed he started back at a canter along the stretch which he had just covered.

Finds Her Unconscious.

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1929 - FIVE LOSE LIVES, ANOTHER IS HURT, AS CABIN BURNS. BOY, 15, IS SERIOUSLY BURNED WHEN HE MAKES EFFORT TO RESCUE HIS SISTER FROM THE FLAMES. EXPLOSION BLAMED.
THREE OF THE DEAD, A MOTHER AND TWO CHILDREN, WERE VISITING RESIDENTS OF ONE-ROOM HUT.

Cornish, N. H., May 15. - (AP) - Five persons lost their lives and another was seriously burned here today in a fire which destroyed a one-room cabin.
Officials investigating the happening believed that a kerosene explosion caused the fire.
The dead were:
MRS. WILLIAM GIBSON, 20.
Her daughter, ELIZABETH ANNA, 1.
MRS. BERTHA TALBOT, 29.
Her children, PAULINE, 7, and WILLIAM, JR., 3.
ROBERT FECTEAU, 15, was seriously burned.
The TALBOTS were visiting the GIBSON family, which occupied the cabin. Young FECTEAU told the authorities that he saw the flames and ran to the cabin. He attempted to rescue his sister, MRS. TALBOT. He managed to drag her to the door but his clothing was afire and he was forced to run to safety. He ran to his home where relatives beat out the flaming clothes.
Joplin Globe
Joplin, Missouri
May 16, 1929

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Cornish and its surrounding areas:
Saint-Gaudens National Historic Park: This park is the crown jewel of Cornish, dedicated to the renowned American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Explore the artist's studio, view his sculptures, and take a leisurely walk through beautifully landscaped gardens. The park often hosts concerts and art exhibitions in the summer months.

Blow-Me-Down Covered Bridge: This picturesque covered bridge, located near the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Park, is a great spot for a photo opportunity. It spans the Blow-Me-Down Brook and is surrounded by lush greenery.

Hiking and Nature Trails: Cornish and the surrounding region offer excellent opportunities for hiking and nature enthusiasts. The Cornish Town Forest and the nearby Mount Ascutney State Park are great places for hiking. The Ascutney Trails network offers a range of trails for different skill levels.

Connecticut River: The Connecticut River flows along the western edge of Cornish, offering opportunities for boating, kayaking,... Read MORE...