History of Lancaster, New Hampshire, USA

Lancaster, New Hampshire
Coos county. Shire town of the county, and situated on the southeastern bank of Connecticut river, which forms and washes its N.W. boundary, a distance of ten miles. It lies distant 110 miles W. from Portland, 130 N. from Portsmouth, 95 N. from Concord, and 75 above Dartmouth College. Besides the Connecticut, which is deep and about 22 rods in width while it passes through Lancaster, the town is watered by Israel's river and several considerable brooks. Across this river a bridge and several dams are thrown, forming a valuable water power. There are several ponds in Lancaster, the largest of which is called Martin-meadow pond, from Martin, a hunter. This communicates with Little pond.

Lancaster is situated near lofty mountains but is not itself mountainous. There are three hills in the S. part of the town, called Martin-meadow hills; and the land in the S.E. part lies too high up the mountains for cultivation. The soil along the Connecticut is alluvial,...

LANCASTER, a post - village, capital of Coos county, New Hampshire, on Israel's river, near its junction with the Connecticut, about 100 miles N. from Concord, contains, besides the county buildings, an academy and 2 banks. The Connecticut river is crossed by a bridge near this place. Population of the township, 1559.

Lancaster, N. H. April 15. - The worst freshet in years is now on hereabouts, Frank Smith & Co.’s boom broke last night, letting upwards of 300,000 feet of timber loose, this jam struck the iron bridge with tremendous force lifting it from its foundation carrying it down the river half-a-mile. The bridge was built two years ago and cost $10,000. It is reported that three other booms at Grange, Jefferson and Riverton also

broke during the night, making over, 1,000,000 feet of timber that have passed through the village. It is still raining and the water is rising.

Outdoor Adventures:

Hiking: Lancaster is surrounded by beautiful hiking trails. One of the most popular options is the Presidential Range, which includes hikes like Mount Washington and Mount Adams. For a more relaxed hike, try the Weeks State Park Trails, which offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

Fishing: The area is home to numerous lakes, rivers, and streams, making it a great spot for fishing. The Connecticut River and local ponds offer opportunities to catch trout, salmon, and other species.

ATV Riding: If you're into ATV riding, explore the extensive network of trails in the nearby White Mountains. Rentals and guided tours are available for both beginners and experienced riders.

Skiing and Snowmobiling: In the winter months, Lancaster becomes a winter wonderland. Enjoy downhill and cross-country skiing at nearby resorts like Bretton Woods and Cannon Mountain. Snowmobiling is also a popular winter activity, with well-maintained trails throughout the...