Article text reads:

SHOE WORKER WHO STUDIED NIGHTS NOW SITS AS JUDGE Family of Four Children Reared by Errol S. Hall While Mastering Law at
Farmington, N H

Special Dispatch to the Globe FARMINGTON, N H, Jan 4—Appointment of attorney Errol S. Hall as judge of Municipal Court here proves again that midnight oil and ambition is a powerful combination. The new judge was recommended for the post, to succeed Judge Albert H. Wiggin—retired because of the age limit of 70—by Gov H. Styles Bridges early in November. His appointment was confirmed at the Nov 19 meeting and went into effect Nov 30.

Today Judge Hall recalled his experience as a worker on a farm and in shoe factories before he passed the bar examinations. He was born in this town, a son of John S. and Frances (Davidson) Hall, and attended grammar and High School here. Later he spent a year in a Boston business school.

From 1909 to 1923 he spent his time working, carrying on law study in his spare time. In 1923, despite the fact he was supporting a family of five by "pulling leather" all day long in the Paul J. Richards Shoe Company factory here, he dug into an intensive law study course with a correspondence school.

For nine months a year, five days a week, he burned his mid-night oil, with four or five hours of study every night. As a result he was ready to take the New Hampshire bar examinations just two years later. However, because of the Granite State law requiring three years of study before taking the examination, he spent a third year carrying on a complete review of the course.

Then, in 1926, he left home one day without saying a word to any one, went to Concord and took the examination, in company with 27 others, most of them college and law school graduates. He came home and kept mum about it until the names of the seven successful candidates were published

He has been practicing law ever since, before state, as well as Federal courts, in this state. ' In 1930 he was elected Strafford County solicitor, but was defeated for reelection the next year. The only other office he has held is that of Select¬man of Farmington.

He makes his home here on East Grove st with Mrs Hall and the four children, Charles, Marjorie, Jeanette and Shirley.

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500 BOYS CLUB ENDS SEASON A short time ago, the 500 Boys Club held their annual end-of-season Little League B-B-Q. A great number of folks turned out to watch the last games of the season, as well as to munch out on grilled hamburgers and hot dogs.

At the end of the Little League play-off , which ran over season, Fern's Petroleum was able to take away the win.

In another division, the Fern's Petroleum team once again took the first place trophy, competing against 6 other teams in the 14 game series. Coach Dave Hagar and Assist- ant Coach Marty Shaw brought the team through the season undefeated. Davidson Rubber finished second.

Some outstanding players this season were : AARON HAGAR, who pitched a no-hitter in the Little League Play-off game, hit fif- teen home runs in 14 games, and batted in with an over 800 average; Also SCOTT SMITH and DARREN MARTINEAU, who each batted just under 800 for the season.

Two special awards were given out during this event. Mrs. Quinn was awarded a plaque for her winning design in the Club's logo contest. Her design will appear on the Club's T-shirts, stationery, and many other items. Fittingly enough, the new logo was also engraved on the plaque she received. Kevin Barry, who recently re - signed from his more than 3 year job as the Club's treasurer, also received a plaque to honor him for the many hours he has worked as a volunteer. Mr. Barry has also been a coach for the Club, and has helped to build the new 500 Boys Club buildings.

Later on that afternoon, a drawing was held. The kids were responsible for selling the tickets, and several local merchants do- nated gift certificates to be used for prizes. A list of winners can be found on page 2.

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Better known as "Brownie" by most of the
townspeople, Sgt. Brown first joined the
police department back in 196^, as a
part-time police officer. Four years
later he became a full-time officer, and
finally was promoted to his present rank.

having 22 years in this department, we
asked Sgt. Brown to talk about some of
the changes that have taken place. "Law
enforcement itself has changed over the
years," he said, "as well as the depart-
ment. We have grown from a 2 man depart-
ment to the present, which consists of 8
full-tine officers, 11 specials and two
dispatchers."

The safety of all our citizens is a main
concern of Sgt. Brown's, especially the
children who walk to and from school each
day. It is for this reason that he would
like to see a new sidewalk installed a-
long School Street, so the kids will no
longer have to walk in the road.


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The article reads:

BEST HAY DAY EVER

The fifth annual Hay Day celebration drew a record crowd of four to five thousand. The festivities were plentiful along with the food. Betty Mros announced another record breaker of fifty-five booths and concession stands. Everyone seemed to have an enjoyable day, and I'm sure next year's Hay Day is already highly anticipated. Below are the results:

Li'l Miss Hay Day

1st. Theresa Vaillancourt (Old Mother Hubbard)
2nd. Diane Cheong (Panda Bear)
3rd. Dierdre Howard (Indian 3irl)
Young Huck

1st. Mykle Lepene (Huckleberry Finn)

2nd. Shaun Vachon (Three Blind Mice)

3rd. Mark Canney (Alvin chipmunk)

Horseshoes - Men

Winner. Dave James, Rochester

Runner-up. Herb Cox, Milton

Women

Winner. Nancy Raab, Barrington
Runner-up. Jennie Ford
Under l6's

Winner. John Thomson
Runner-up. Shane Tufts
Quiz

$10 Ted Healey
$5  John Thomson
$3  Olden Family
Police Raffle

2 cords of wood. Mr. Robert Gray
Puddledock Press Draw
1st. $56 Seymour Bowden

2nd. Certificate-Dick Poulin   Tod Lemieux

3rd. Certificate-Pizza Hut       Nell Leary

Parks & Rec. Draw

$100. John Oakley

Video & More Certificate

Tara Minichiello, Hampstead

Ernie's Gas Certificate

Patricia Dexter, Middleton

Ugly Person Contest
Wild Bill Vachon
(wins a dinner for
two at Cardinal's)
Long John Silver Agon
Winner. Barry Finn
Best Dressed. Tim
Woodward, Kurt Olson.
Anonymous Lady No. 1,
Hilton
Sheaf Toss
Sheaf Chief. Dan
Conway, 19ft. '♦in.
Bed Race
1st. Alton F.D.
2nd. Middleton F.D.
3rd. Peg's Keg
Parade

Best Float. Union Tel.
Special Prize. Davidson
Rubber "Moonshiners"
Bicycle Prize. Stacy
Howard
Spirit Award
Union Telephone
Dog Gymkhana
Winner. Tiffany, owned
by Denise Simard
Runner-up. Fonzie, owned
by Angela Ficco
Dog/Owner Look-a-Like.
Dan Wall and Thunder
Ugliest Dog. Whiskers,
owned by Dean Beland
Fiercest Dog. Krissy,
owned by James Spear

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The article includes photos of many Farmington buildings, but does not credit the photographer in the article. They my have been taken by the staff photographer at the Farmington News or provided by local residents.

The article contains a written history, from the 1790's to the early twentieth century. Details are provided about many notable figures in Farmington history, Other important subjects covered are government, business in Farmington, manufacturing, the Town block system, churches, schools, and the Opera House, which contained the town hall and library.

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The Peaslee Funeral Home obituary reads:

Beulah L. Thayer

May 04, 1912 - October 23, 2012






Obituary of Beulah Perkins Thayer

Farmington--Beulah Thayer, 100, died peacefully, after a very short illness, on October 23rd.
She was born on May 4, 1912, daughter of Winifred and Benjamin Perkins of Alton, NH. She was graduated from Alton High School and Keene Normal School and taught elementary school in Bedford N.H. She married James E. Thayer on June 14, l934, and lived the rest of her life in Farmington.
Mrs. Thayer was an active member of many civic organizations including Fraternal Chapter No. 21, Order of the Eastern Star, President of the Farmington Women’s Club, Girl Scout Leader, Member of the First Congregational Church, holding many offices there, including President of the Women’s Fellowship, Sunday School Teacher, Junior Choir Director and Board of Wardens. She served as President of the Historical Society, Trustee of Goodwin Library and was a member of the Farmington School Board for six years. Mrs. Thayer also held memberships in many patriotic Organizations including Regent of Mary Torr Chapter, D.A.R, President of Daughters of Colonial Wars, Dames of the Court of Honor, a member of Frisbee Memorial Auxiliary, Strawbery Banke, and as a volunteer at Frisbee Hospital for many years. Her greatest love was the school children of Farmington.
Mrs. Thayer is survived by a daughter Sylvia Thayer of Milton, two sons, James Thayer of Singapore, Richard Thayer of New Durham, three granddaughters, six grandsons, seven great granddaughters and fourteen great grandsons.
Service: Her memorial service will be held at eleven o’clock at the First Congregational Church of Farmington, Monday, October 29. Memorial gifts, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Goodwin Library Memorial Fund in care of the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, 422 Main Street, Farmington, N.H.
Arrangements by Peaslee Funeral Home, 24 Central Street, Farmington, NH, to express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com


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The obituary reads:

Dorothy A. Bean, 84, of Farmington passed away on August 20, 2021 after a period of declining health.

Dottie was born in Orange, NJ on January 6, 1937 to the late Joseph and Donna (Otey) Bean and spent her childhood in New Jersey. After her father retired, the family moved to Farmington, NH where Dottie’s grandfather owned a 340 acre farm. Dottie graduated from Cedar Crest College in Allentown, PA in 1958 with a bachelor’s degree in biology.

After graduation, she worked as a research supervisor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital in Boston under a grant administered by Harvard University. In 1970, she accepted a position with Tufts University at New England Medical Center in Boston, now Tufts Medical Center.

Because of her parents' failing health, Dottie moved back to her family’s Farmington home in 1990 and resigned from Tufts in 1991. Since the death of her parents, Dottie has taken care of the farm’s buildings and property. During her custodianship, she developed an abiding concern for forest preservation and farming.

While living in Farmington, Dottie was an active member and avid supporter of many area organizations, including the NH Farm Museum, where she was the membership registrar; NH Historical Society; Farmington Historical Society, where she had served as president and headed a committee to publish a book on the town’s history; Farmington Woman’s Club; Goodwin Library, where she had served as a trustee; NH Preservation Alliance; Currier Museum of Art; Wright Museum and the First Congregational Church of Farmington, where she was active in the Women’s Fellowship and was one of the founding members of Blessed Bargains thrift shop. She also worked at the voting polls during each town election for many years and in 1995, she was named Puddledock Press Person of the Year. Dottie was an enthusiastic supporter of the Boy Scouts, Moose Mountains Regional Greenways and the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests, where she was passionate about conserving the land. 

Her deep appreciation of history and land converged on her own property, where she worked tirelessly for more than 30 years on the restoration and improvement of her historic home and land. Her conviction in the importance of farming and her belief in the need to preserve and protect undeveloped land led Dottie to establish the Joseph D. ‘26, Donna M. and Dorothy A. Bean Endowed Fund at the University of New Hampshire. She established this fund in honor of her father who graduated from UNH in 1926. This fund will provide need-based scholarship support for students enrolled in the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture and will also provide general support for COLSA faculty members.

There will be a graveside service at Pine Grove Cemetery in Farmington, NH on Sunday, September 12 at 1:00 PM. If you wish to honor Dottie’s memory with a donation, please direct it to the charity of your choice or to the UNH Foundation with Bean Endowed Fund in the memo, University of NH, 9 Edgewood Road, Durham, NH 03824.

 Cremation care by Peaslee Funeral Home. To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com






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