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Groveton, New Hampshire, USA - Old Covered Bridge

Groveton, Coos, New Hampshire, USA

Groveton has a long history of paper making. Wausau Paper, the primary employer in Groveton, was closed in 2008.




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Old Covered Bridge
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Catholic Church
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Groveton, N.H. Early View
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Birds Eye View of Groveton, N.H.
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Birds Eye View of Groveton, N.H.
High School
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Beattle Farm
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Railroad Station
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Odell Pulp and Paper Co. Mill and Stratford Peaks
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Odell Pulp and Paper Co. Mill and Stratford Peaks
Episcopal Church, 1918
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Episcopal Church, 1918
Opera House, 1918
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Opera House, 1918
Eagle Hotel
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1839 - Northumberland
Northumberland, New Hampshire
In Coos county, on Connecticut river, is about 130 miles N. from Concord and 7 N.E. from Lancaster. The soil along the Connecticut is very productive, perfectly free from stone and gravel, and originally covered with a growth of butternut. A portion of the upland is also good, and covered with pine, spruce, fir, ash, maple, &c. Cape Horn, an abrupt mountain of 1,000 feet in height, lies near the centre of the town. Its north base is separated from the Connecticut by a narrow plain, and the upper Amonoosuck passes near its east base, as it falls into the Connecticut. Here the meadows are extensive, and are annually covered by the spring floods, presenting the appearance of an inland sea. At the falls in the Connecticut, below the mouth of the Amonoosuck, a handsome bridge connects Northumberland with Guildhall, in Vermont. A dam is also thrown across the river at this place, at both ends of which are pleasant villages and mills of various kinds are... Read MORE...

1895 - Groveton
Grove’ton, a post-village of Coos co., N.H., on the Ammonoosuc River, and on the Grand Trunk Railroad, at the junction of the Boston, Concord & Montreal Railroad, 145 miles N.N.W. of Concord. It has a church, a tannery, 2 saw-mills, and a graded school. Groveton Station on the Grand Trunk Railroad is 1 mile E. of Groveton Junction.
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
2023 - Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Groveton:
Visit the Groveton Covered Bridge: This iconic red covered bridge is a must-see attraction. It's not only a picturesque spot for photos, but it also provides a glimpse into the area's history. The bridge spans the Upper Ammonoosuc River and is one of the oldest covered bridges in New Hampshire.

Explore the Great North Woods: Groveton is surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Great North Woods. Whether you're into hiking, camping, fishing, or simply taking scenic drives, this region offers endless opportunities to connect with nature. Some popular outdoor spots nearby include the Nash Stream Forest, Mount Cabot, and Percy Peaks.

Go Fishing: The area around Groveton is renowned for its fishing. Whether you prefer fly fishing in pristine mountain streams or casting a line in one of the nearby lakes or ponds, you'll find ample opportunities to reel in some trout, bass, or other fish species.

Snowmobiling in Winter: If you visit during the winter months, take advantage... Read MORE...

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Ancestors Who Were Born or Died in Groveton, New Hampshire, USA

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female ancestorJane (Jenny) M STRATTON (1849, Craftsbury, Vermont, USA - April 1888, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland))
male ancestorThomas William ATKINSON (4 February 1880, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland) - 6 November 1953, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland))
male ancestorIrving Ellsworth FORBES (9 February 1880, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland) - , )
female ancestorNellie A HAYES (7 January 1880, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland) - 18 May 1907, Rumford, Maine, USA)
female ancestorNellie MCMANN (20 July 1880, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland) - , )
male ancestorBenjamin James MCMANN (15 January 1880, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland) - 18 April 1959, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland))
female ancestorDora MCNALLY (21 April 1880, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland) - , )
male ancestorIrving Thomas MORENCY (29 July 1880, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland) - 25 January 1949, , Maine, USA)
male ancestorEphraim John PERKINS (27 November 1880, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland) - 10 January 1956, Groveton, New Hampshire, USA (Northumberland))

Ancestors Who Were Married in Groveton, New Hampshire, USA

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male ancestorWalter Eugene EVERETT (18 June 1880 - 9 August 1960) and female ancestorIda Mary MATTOR (19 August 1887 - 29 January 1963) married 17 August 1905

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