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P u d d le d o c k P r e s sVOL. 31 NO.ll FARMINGTON, NH

FORTY YEARS AGO- NOV. 12,1970

DEDICATION HELD SUNDA Y MORNING

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About 35 people met in Sunday morning to dedicate a new memorial honoring veterans of all wars

at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Farmington. During impressive ceremonies, the flag was raised at the

40-foot pole and it waved proudly over the beautiful Memorial Stone engraved with the insignia of the

four branches of service and the multi-colored cement walk.

Present at the dedication service was Mrs. Joseph L. McLaughlin, wife of "dr. Mac" in whose

memory the stone was given. Dr. McLaughlin served in the Medical Corps in both the English and US

Armies during WWl. After his return from service to his country, he endeared himself to the hearts

of the people in the surrounding areas where he served them as their family doctor.

This Memorial has been completed with the co-operation ofMrs. McLaughlin who paid the cost, theFarmington Cemetery Association, Smalley, DiPrizio and Lyons, of Rochester, NH Fence Company of

Raymond, DiPrizio Lumber Company of Middleton and Milton Bradbury of Milton. Future plans

call for the installation of lighting so the flag of our country may wave over our deceased veterans 24

hours a day.

At the ceremonies, the invocation was given by Allen Drew. The flag was raised by Harry Dodge

and Walter Bartberger and the dedication was by Robert Hoage. Robert Hoage spoke for all patriotic

organizations when he said," Over a tear ago, this Memorial was but a dream of the American Legion.

The dream was to erect a monument honoring veterans. The dream was also to have the flag under

which they served, flying above them, not only on Memorial Day but every day throughout the year."


2/18

Stnlfford County Communit)' Action Committee

Fannington, Middleton and New Durham Ouh'each

As we approach the Holiday season, there are many of our neighbors, tamilies with

small children and vulnerable elderly or families who have experienced diminished

earnings or who have been laid off, the impact of high fuel and food costs has been

devastating to many, preventing them from providing a holiday meal or gift giving for

their families The Strafford County Community Action Farmington Outreach office

is sponsoring the ninth annual "Gift in Giving", Thanksgiving and Christmas

program. And is seeking donations from the community to provide food and gift

baskets for these citizens of our towns. We ask for your help in whatever amount you

choose to give. We will also be accepting toys for the children and food and gifts for

the elderly Gift cards to local stores are a great way to meet the wishes of the

children and provide food to the families. If you were interested in sponsoring a

family, one of our elderly citizens, that would be wonderful as well.We thank you in advance f or your generosity,

Janette Plaisted

Outreach Coordinator, Farmington, Middleton, New Durham

Stephen Dean

Farmington Veterans Group

E-mail: jplaisted(a)metrocast.net

Mail: SCCAC/Farmington Attn: J311ettePlaisted

527 Main Street Drop Off: (please call prior to comino) 603-755-9305Farmington NH 03835 Old Court House to

527 Main Street

Monday through Friday 8am to 2pmOther times by appointment

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3/18

STUDIO 359 OPENS INFARMINGTON

The Farmington Downtown & business Committee welcomed Studio 359 to downtown

Farmington recently for a ribbon cutting. Located in the South Main Street Plaza, the

salon/spa offers services for men, women and children. All types of hair styling are available as

well as manicures and pedicures. Open Mon-Friday 10-8 and Saturday 9-5. Call 839-1002 for

more info.

Pictured are: Firefighter Michael Davenport, Town Planner Kathy Menici, Police Chief Scott

Roberge, Firefighter Michael Sprowl, Selectman & committee member Joan Funk, owner

Maryellen West, stylist Amber Kakon and Code Enforcement Officer Dennis Roseberry.

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Pamela Lord is no stranger to the North

Country. Her first view of the Presidentials was

from over her father's shoulder where she nestled

in a makeshift backpack. She was three mionths

old.

Although she doesn't remember that hike, it

was her introduction to a lifestyle that she

continues to enjoy and has passed on to her own

children and grandchildren.

As the eldest of 5 daughters, her late father, a

long time NH Forest Service employee and avid

sportsman, often took her hiking in the White

Mountains to scout game. Stressing her need toremain observant, he liked to take her to the top

of a mountain and let her set the course for home.

It was the memories of their great adventures

that served as an inspiration for LOON COVE, a

tale from the 45th Parallel.

Set in the North Country, LOON COVE is the

tale of Audrey Douglas, a young widow who must

face the heart wrenching decision of whether to

sell or keep their cabin on the shores of Loon

Cove in the town of Windy Hill. While en route

to the cabin, a bull moose meanders into herpath, sending her SUV careening over an

embankment. Only the efforts of astute Fish and

Game Officer Ben Tanner stand between her and

certain disaster.

LOON COVE is available through

Amazon.com both in paperback and Kindle

editions. Copies of LOON COVE are also

available at the Stylish Mousse, Young's General

Store, Treats &Treasures Gift Shop in Pittsburg

and through Pamela's

website:www.pamelalord.com.

The awesome Farmington cheerleaders

were downtown fundraising recently.

Thanks to &11who contributed.

Tom Glidden

222 Chestnut Hill Rd

" Farmington, NH 03835

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NEW ARRIVAL

,JAMES MASON MABEY

Born 9-1-10 to Chad & Melissa

Mabey and Big Sister Julia

Sharing the joy are grandparents:

Brenda Page & Therese Vachon

& Great-grandparents: Hilda Downs

& Hazel Mabey

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

NOV 25

DON STAUFFACHER

NEW ARRIVAL

OLIVIA JORDAN OLSTADHorn Sept. 18,20 10 to Joshua &

Nicole Olstad, Farmington

Proud grandparents: Miles &

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7/18

VALLEY VIEW COMMUNITY SCHOOL

PARENT/STAFF MEMBERS HONORED

vves Parents At Work With Staff(PA WWS) parents Marni Fennessey and Elisabeth Hill, aswell as PAWWS facilitator and Reading Specialist Carol O'Connell, were recognized at a state

ceremony held recently.

They were commended for their extraordinary contributions to family/school partnerships in

NH with a certificate of appreciation from the NH State Dept. of Education.

These three women were among more than 50 educators, parents and community groups

recognized statewide.

Study after study shows that the single biggest factor in student achievement is parent

involvement and according to researchers, students of involved parents are more likely to get

better grades, be promoted and go on to higher education.

Marui Fennessey was honored for her initiative to get support from Farmington merchants

for the summer literacy project and organizing a clothing closet in the nurse's office.

Elisabeth Hill was cited for her involvement in the local and state PTA supported activities

that encourage families to connect with the school.

And as coordinator of parent involvement activities, Carol O'Connell has organized manyfamily events at VVCS and helped HWMS establish a Parent/Staff group ..

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8/18

LOCALS SHINE IN

"THE NlJTCRACKER"

Northeastern Ballet Theatre's upcoming

production of the Nutcracker is a not-to-be

missed family tradition. From the moments

the lights dim, you will he transported to a

magical place filled with adorable children,

marching toy soldiers, a glowing Christmas

tree that grows, timid mice, dancing

snowflakes and some wonde."ful dancing by

local talent.

We are pleased to announce that the

following New Durham and Farmington

children have been cast in the upcoming Dec.

4, production: Hilda Barrioz, TravisBarrioz, Eilidh Darling, lona Darling, Maeve

Darling, Sky Darling, Tayghan Gelinas and

Emma Shipman.

For tickets, call Edra Toth Academy of

Dance and Northeastern Ballet Theatre at

603-569-5410.

HRCV teamed up with Clear Channel

WERZ in their campaign for literacy th

fall. The credit union set up a book drop

each of their three locations and collect

nearly 300 books for needy local families.

Brian Hughes, CEO and President

HRCV, said, "This was a great success, a

I'd like to personally thank all of o

members and non-members who participated

in the book drive. We had so much intere

we even extended the drop-off date by o

week. This initiative was aligned with o

commitment to education and families in t

communities we serve and we're very please

with the results."

The Farmington Parks &Rec senior trips still

have some space available for the following trip

12-4 Kennebunk Christmas Prelude

12-9 Smitty's Lunch &a movie

12-13 Christmas shopping trip

12-18 Boston Pops Xmas Concert

1-6 Flag Hill Winery

1-11 Tea Party at the Rec

2-4 Celtics Game

3-17 St Patrick's Day at Indian Head

3-21 The Butterfly Place

3-31 Wizard of Oz-UNH Dance Co

Call the Rec at 755-2405 for more info

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11/18

CHURCH NEWS

ST. PF:TER'S NEWS

By Marni Fennessy

TIH' pal'ish would like to l'xtend their gratitude to the Fal'mington community for their

suppon and g,cnerosity dUI'in~ our recent I'cnny Sale. Thanks for the donations, thanksfor' th,' support and thanks fill' coming!! It continues to lie a communit), cclellration,

"hich hl'ips liS so much as wc continuc to be active town residents. We arc always grateful

to Ihl' sl'illlol communil)', slaff and kitchen coordinators who help us and allow us to use

their fadli". Con~I'atulations to all the winners and sec you next year!

Thc bldics' Cuild celellrated Thanksgiving cady with a Turkey Dinner on "'io\'. IS as a

"kick-of!"' for the Christmas project of making gifts for the homebound. They received a

,er~ nire Icttcl' commending them on their work for the prison; their latest project was

collecting grcl'ting cards for the prisoners, past pt'ojcets included supplying Billics for the

inmates.

On OnolHT 31, saints abounded at St. Pcter's. In anticipation of the Feast of All Saints

011 "!O\. I. thc 3rd

and 4'h gradcrs dressed as saints-thosc appearing were St. Peter (of

cours,,) !\la~', the Mother of Jesus, and popes, queens, angels and soldiers. 11 was also a

"celebrate ~'our pastor day". Fr. Daniel Sinibaldi ( pastor of a year) was givcn a "chain"

of thank-vous, some high p,'aisc from the youth and a check for furnishings for his new

house (in Rochester)

The Confil'mation candidates will be working with Habitat for Humanil)' on a home

project under the supen'ision and direction of rllargaret O'Brien (coordinator of religious

Education) and her husband Tom, both of whom regularly help witb thest: projects. The

candidates' stud~ and service will culminate in the cclehration of Confirmation at St

Peter's (first time in 10 ~'ears!) with auxiliary Bishop Francis Christian of the Dioccse of

Ylanchester on December 3. The parish is looking fom'ard to this gn'at liturg)' returning

to St. Peter's and tbe ~. ';, of the Holy Spirit heing ginn to their youth.

FARMINGTON FIRST BAPTIST

CHURCH

.~)..1istry- of t:"'., I.T",. Jby Pastor Richard ;. F: ~I

Last month at T.I.M. (youth grouiJ) we had a time

of teaching where the kids did some skits. There

were five teams that demonstrated various types

of churches to the rest of the group.

When our lesson was near the end, one young

man asked a very important question - "What kind

of church is this?"

It was the best question to ask. I had to think

about it a moment and my response was this:

"This is whatever the people who come :l1tOit

make it." I'm sure we have aspects of "deh

church represented in the skits at various times.The reality is that First Baptist Church is not

perfect, nor will it ever be. One thing that we can

do though, is strive to honor ttH o! Lord While we

live in this world.

1 Peter 2.1-8 teaches us that W~ are tl _ lUrc".

the living building blocks, a S~i tuaf I- ,t:' tbCl'

make up the body of Christ. \!.: ;ire" m!')t

God (2 Corinthians 6,16) and dC' ,p

church. In light of all of what 'V"

Word we mu~t " l" - ; ' 0ursc ,':es

What kind of crourch i,i thiS';

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aBy all accounts, the First Congregational

Church's premier October Auction was a great

success. About 130 people streamed into the

Town Hall/Opera House to feast on hot dogs and

popcorn and then to bid in earnest on over 100

items split between the silent and live auctions,

Auctioneers Larry Parent and Deb Lee did a

good job moving things along. High bid for the

evening was for an original oil painting by

Farmington artist Martha Safford. Followed b~

100 gallons of fuel and a beautiful hand-made

quilt.Many area businesses were represented b~

donated gif t certificates, some going at bargain

prices, others going over face value, eliciting the

banging of a gong and cheers from the crowd.

The church wishes to thanks everyone involved

in the auction, especially Farmington Boy Seout

Troop 188 \\!lo appeared at the end of the evening

to he~r clean up ...V.'IC already looking forward

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14/18

Thanks to all the readers who

recognized Currier's Garage which

stood where the Post Office is now. It

was originally Wingate Tavern where

the Town Charter was signed.

Thanks to Lois Mills of Grove Street

who remembered an article we wrote

about the building a while back.

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Crystal is a 2007 graduate of Farmington High School

and Brian is a 2004 graduate of Gilbert High School inGilbert, Arizona. They met while both were attending St

Anslem College in Manchester. Brian graduated in 2009

and Crystal is furthering her education in business

management at Granite State College. Brian plans a

career in the U.S. Navy.

Brian surprised Crystal by proposing to her on top of

Mt. Major in Alton, NH, on October 9, 2010. She

accepted and a summer 2011 wedding is being planned.

Crystal is the granddaughter of Rebecca Howard and

Ronald & Candy Howard of Farmington, special

granddaughter of Ellen and the late Arthur DiPalma ofRochester and the very special sister of Shannen.

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Henry Wilson Memorial School 4-8 invites

parents to participate in the Parent Informationand Resource Center (PIRC). This program is

focused in improving parent involvement in our

school. Parent/school connection promotes

better grades, increases the chance of

graduating and moving onto higher education,

and improved social and behavior skills for our

students. The next meeting is Monday,

November 29 at 6:00PM in room 13 at the

HWMS.

For more information, please contact Rachael

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This month, the Farmington Downtown

Business Committee's featured business is SouMain Pizza. The committee is working with t

Puddledock Press to highlight a business ea

month at no charge to that business. Yo

business can be included in this offer, plea

submit a camera-ready full page article by t

first of the month- Businesses will be printed

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18/18

V/iTERANS' NEWS by GALE GRACE

Greetings and good day to all of you who assist, support or attend the functions and mf'dings of

the Clarence L. Perkins American Legion, SAL or the American Legion Auxiliary. We continue

to do what is necessary to give support to our veterans of the past and work to provide for our

veterans serving us now!

President Jeannette Haney of the Carlton Woman's Relief Corp, recently penned a song to go

with the tune of"God Bless America" What follows are her words:

God bless our fighting troopsSend them our love

Stand beside them and guide them

Through the fight with your light from above

From the mountains of Afghanistan

Through the deserts of Iraq

God bless our fighting troops, bring them safely back

God bless our fighting troops- bring them all safely back.

Awesome words! Jeannette herself is a WAC veteran who continues to serve both her post and

local veterans with her word, actions and commitment. Thank you, Jeannette for all you and your

husband do.

Save the date of Nov. 19 for our Turkey Raffle. Remember chances are only 25 cents and you

could win a turkey. Refreshments will be available as well. There are also chances for a complete

turkey Dinner. Tickets are available for the Turkey Dinner by the members and also will be

available that night.

Another event to look forward to is the Seniors and membership Christmas party on December

4, with a snow date of Dec. 5. The ever-popular "Back Street Country Pickers" will be there to

entertain the group. Membership is asked to bring their item for the gift exchange and this will be

a sandwich and potluck affair. Please call 332-5295 with your plans to attend by Dec. 1.

A special note of congratulations and best wishes to a member of our American Legion Aux and

the DAV Aux, Jennifer Grace on her m~rriage to Seth Chagnon of Farmington.

Until next time, God bless you all and take care.

VA BEGINS PAYING BENEFITS FOR NEW AGENT ORANGE CLAIMS

VA ENCOURAGES AFFECTED VIETNAM VETERANS TO FILE CLAIMS

Washington: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has begun distributing disability benefits to

Vietnam Veterans who qualify for compensation under recently liberalized rules for Agent Orange

exposure.

"The joint efforts of Congress and VA demonstrate a commitment to provide Vietnam Veterans

with treatment and compensation for the long term effects of herbicide exposure," said Secretary of

VA Eric K. Shinseki.

Up to 200,000 Vietnam Veterans are potentially eligible to receive VA disability compensation formedical conditions recently associated with Agent Orange. The expansion of coverage includes B-cell

leukemia, Parkinson's disease and ischemic heart disease\

Providing initial payments or increases in existing payments is expected to take several months, but

VA officials encourage all Vietnam Veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange and suffer from one

of the three diseases to make sure their applications have been submitted. In practical terms,

Veterans who served in Vietnam and who have a "presumed" illness do not have to prove an

association between their illness and their military service. This "presumption" simplifies and speeds

up the applkation process.

For a list "f other recognized illnesses go to or call 1-800-827-1000.

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