History of Greenland, New Hampshire, USA

1839 - Greenland
Greenland, New Hampshire
Rockingham county, is situated five miles W.S.W. from Portsmouth and 45 E.S.E. from Concord: it is bounded N. by the Great-Bay and Newington, E. by Portsmouth and Rye, S. by North-Hampton, and W. by Stratham. The soil is remarkably good. The orchards and gardens of this town are valuable, and yield annual profits to the farmers.—Greenland, originally part of Portsmouth, was incorporated as a distinct town in 1703. Settlements commenced early, and in 1705 there were 320 inhabitants.

Rev. Samuel M'Clintock, D.D., who died in the 48th year of his ministry, was born at Medford, Mass., May 1, 1732; graduated at the New Jersey college in 1751; ordained in 1756; and died April 27, 1804, aged 72. His father was a native of Ireland. Dr. M'Clintock was a sound divine, eminent as a preacher, and distinguished for his attachment to the cause of his country. He served as a chaplain in the army of the revolution. Population, in 1830, 681.
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1854 - Greenland
GREENLAND, a post - township of Rockingham co., N. H., on the Portsmouth and Concord railroad, 43 miles E. S. E. from Concord.
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1895 - Greenland
Greenland, a post - village in Greenland township, Rockingham co., N.H., on the Concord & Portsmouth Railroad, 4 miles S.W. of Portsmouth. (See GREENLAND DEPOT.)

Greenland Depot, a post - office of Rockingham co., N.H., on the Eastern Railroad, 5 miles S.S.W. of Portsmouth.

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1899 - FIRE IN GREENLAND.
House, Barn and Outbuildings of Daniel Mahoney Burned This Morning.

Shortly after 9 o'clock this morning the barn of Daniel Mahoney in Greenland was discovered to be on fire and an hour later the barn, house and outbuildings were a mass of charred ruins.

The first known of the fire was when Mrs. Mahoney looked out of a window and saw the blaze coming through the roof of the barn. The alarm was quickly given but in spite of prompt work on the part of neighbors the flames spread and everything was destroyed.
Portsmouth Herald
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
January 30, 1899

1906 - NARROW ESCAPE Conductor Walter Scott Very Nearly Seriously Injured
Conductor Walter Scott of the Exeter, Hampton and Amesbury street railway had a narrow escape from fatal injury at Greenland Saturday morning. He was in charge of a work train of coal cars and got off at the crossing of the Southern division of the Boston and Maine railroad.

In attempting to board the moving work train he missed his hold, fell and was dragged some distance. Motorman Murphy brought the cars to a standstill just as the rear truck frame had reached Scott's shoulders.

The injured man was brought to this city, where he was attended by Dr. A. J. Lance. He was later sent to his home at Hampton.
Portsmouth Herald
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
April 16, 1906

1910 - FARM BUILDINGS DESTROYED Barn and Cow Stable on Pickering Farm Burned to Ground.
A barn and a cow stable on the Pickering farm on the shore of Great Bay in Greenland, was destroyed by fire early Tuesday evening, and the reflection from the flames lighted up the sky for miles around.

The farm has been vacant for some time, being sold by the Pickering brothers, J. B. and Edwin to John H. Brackett of Greenland some six years ago. It has been vacant for some time, the barn being used by W. R. Weeks and I. N. Carr for the storage of hay and there were about ten tons destroyed by the fire.

Tuesday afternoon, Mr. Carr's men were there after hay and the fire was discovered at 8:15 by W. R. Weeks, and it was then breaking through the roof of the barn. The flames had such headway that there was no hope of saving the barn or the cow shed, but by organizing a bucket brigade the flames were kept from the house.

The fire is thought to have been started by a tramp, who went into the barn to sleep. The loss is about $2500, with no insurance.
Portsmouth Herald
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
June 8, 1910

1916 - Greenland
Greenland, a post - village in Greenland township (town), Rockingham co., N.H., on the Boston and Maine R., 4 miles SW. of Portsmouth. Pop. of the town in 1900, 607.
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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Greenland, New Hampshire:
Great Bay National Wildlife Refuge: Nature lovers will appreciate a visit to this wildlife refuge. It's an excellent spot for birdwatching, hiking, and wildlife photography. The boardwalk trail offers picturesque views of the bay and its inhabitants.

Portsmouth Country Club: If you're into golf, don't miss the Portsmouth Country Club. This 18-hole championship course is beautifully maintained and offers a great day out on the greens.

Greenland Central School: This historic school building, constructed in 1876, is an iconic landmark in Greenland. While you can't go inside, you can admire its architectural beauty and snap some photos.

Greenland Town Common: The town common is a lovely place to take a leisurely stroll. It often hosts community events and gatherings, so check the local calendar to see if there's something happening during your visit.

Wagon Hill Farm: This town-owned conservation area is a hidden gem. You can hike the trails, have a picnic, or simply enjoy the... Read MORE...