History of Whitefield, New Hampshire, USA

Whitefield, New Hampshire
Coos county. This is an irregular township, lying S. from Lancaster, W. from Jefferson, N. from Carroll and Bethlehem, and E. from Dalton. It is 120 miles N. from Concord. Its soil is generally thin and light, of easy cultivation and tolerably good; though in the N. part low spruce swamps abound. In this town lie part of Blake's, Long, Round, and Little river ponds, beside two other small ponds. The second of these is a beautiful pond of considerable size, abounding with fish. John's river passes through this town. Whitfield was granted July 4, 1774, to Josiah Moody and others, and soon after settled by Maj. Burns and others. Population, 1830, 685.

A despatch by the Western Union telegraph informs us that Earnest White, son of Lewis White, aged about ten years, fell from a bridge near the lower mill in Whitefield, about two o'clock this (Wednesday) afternoon and was drowned. His body has not yet been recovered.

The Weirs, N. H., Dec.7. - The large pail factory, together with the adjoining buildings owned by the Brown Lumber company, in Whitefield was burned last night, entailing a loss of $25,000, fully covered by insurance.

The fire started from an overheated stove.

Mount Washington: No visit to the White Mountains would be complete without a trip to Mount Washington, the highest peak in the northeastern United States. You can drive up the Auto Road for breathtaking views or take the Cog Railway for a unique train journey to the summit.

Santa's Village: This family-friendly amusement park in nearby Jefferson is a beloved attraction for children and adults alike. It's Christmas-themed year-round, with rides, shows, and the chance to meet Santa Claus himself.

Bretton Woods: Just a short drive from Whitefield, Bretton Woods is a world-renowned ski resort. In the winter, you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding, while in the summer, the resort offers activities like hiking, golfing, and a canopy tour.

White Mountain National Forest: Whitefield is surrounded by the pristine beauty of the White Mountain National Forest. Explore the numerous hiking trails, go camping, or simply take a scenic drive through the forest to appreciate the stunning...