In this article, Mary Harrell-Sesniak writes about an unusual genealogy source: newspaper stories about blue ribbon contest winners at country fairs... (Read More)
In 1881 New Hampshire held its 26th Annual State Fair in Laconia, New Hampshire. The fair had not been held in Laconia since 1852. The New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette devoted an entire page to reporting the handicrafts, food, animals and other award-winning items that were proudly displayed during this three-day event. According... (Read More)
In this article, Gena Philibert-Ortega talks about how important food has been in the history of state fairs – especially the food and recipe competitions... (Read More)
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