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Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA

Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA



 


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Dover, New Hampshire, is a city rich in history and modern development. As the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire and the seventh in the United States, Dover was established in 1623 by William and Edward Hilton at Pomeroy Cove on Dover Point. 

The city's early economy was shaped by its natural resources, with the Cochecho River's 34-foot drop providing water power for industries. Dover was known as "The Garrison City" due to its fortified log houses called garrisons. A significant event in its history was the Cochecho Massacre in 1689, a Native American attack in retaliation for a previous deception by the colonists.

The 19th century brought the Industrial Revolution to Dover, with the establishment of cotton textile manufacturing. The Dover Cotton Factory, founded in 1812, and the Cocheco Manufacturing Company, founded in 1827, played pivotal roles in the city's industrial growth. However, the Great Depression and the shift of textile mills to southern states led to the decline of this industry in Dover.

In recent years, Dover has experienced revitalization, especially in its downtown area. The repurposing of old mill buildings for housing, businesses, and cultural institutions like the Children's Museum of New Hampshire has injected new life into the city. The city's commitment to development is evident in projects like the $87.5 million high school and the $6 million waterfront development plan.

Geographically, Dover is characterized by its location at the confluence of the Cochecho and Bellamy rivers, flowing into the tidal Piscataqua River. It's the most populous city in the New Hampshire Seacoast region and serves as the county seat of Strafford County. The city's transportation network includes several state routes and Amtrak's Downeaster train service, enhancing its connectivity.

Dover's population, as of the 2020 census, was 32,741, showing significant growth over the decade. The city's educational landscape includes public schools, Catholic schools like Saint Mary Academy, and charter schools like the Cocheco Arts and Technology Academy. Politically, Dover is a Democratic stronghold in presidential elections.

The city's rich history is commemorated through various historic sites and markers, including those dedicated to early settlers, Native American history, and the creation of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, which originated in Dover. This blend of historical significance and modern development makes Dover a unique and dynamic city in New Hampshire.

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City/Town : Latitude: 43.1979, Longitude: -70.8737


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Settlement of Dover in 1623
The Old Corner, Dover, NH
Dover, N.H. Bird's Eye View from Opera House Tower
Piscataqua River

Histories
Dover New Hampshire Garrison Houses		Dover New Hampshire Garrison Houses

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Portsmouth and Dover Still Feuding Over 1623 NH Founding Date		Portsmouth and Dover Still Feuding Over 1623 NH Founding Date

Albums
The Dover Combination		The Dover Combination (2)
The Dover Combination, signed in 1640, was an important agreement in the early colonial history of America. It was signed by the settlers of Dover, which is now in New Hampshire.
Founding Families of Dover		Founding Families of Dover (1)
Dover, New Hampshire, holds the distinction of being the oldest permanent settlement in the state and the seventh oldest in the United States, established in 1623 by William and Edward Hilton at Pomeroy Cove on Dover Point. Originally known as Bristol, the area saw a second settlement at Dover Neck in 1633. Briefly an independent colony named Northam, it was officially named Dover in 1637, potentially after Robert Dover, an English lawyer known for his resistance to Puritanism.

The early township encompassed what are now Durham, Madbury, Newington, Lee, Somersworth, and Rollinsford. Nicknamed "the Garrison City" due to its garrisoned homes built from abundant trees for protection, Dover thrived despite challenges. The town utilized the Cocheco River for industrial purposes as early as 1642, starting with a sawmill, and later developing an extensive shipbuilding industry in the 1700s. By 1830, Dover had evolved into a prominent cotton goods manufacturer, with the Dover Cotton Factory established in 1814 marking the beginning of its textile industry.

Cemeteries

   Name   Location 
1.Dover Point CemeteryDover, Strafford, New Hampshire, U.S.

Birth

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   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Birth    Person ID 
51 WHITEHOUSE, Sarah  15 Jun 1740Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16687
52 HEARD, Daniel  1740Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I17759
53 CORSON, Aaron  1740Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I10529
54 ASH, Eleanor  1740Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16692
55 HEARD (HURD), William  15 Oct 1738Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16658
56 CORSON, Samuel  1738Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3031
57 LEIGHTO, Elizabeth  11 Mar 1737Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I7573
58 ROBERTS, Thomas  1737Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4503
59 HEARD (HURD), John J  31 Oct 1736Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16657
60 HEARD (HURD), Ebenezer  24 Oct 1735Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16662
61 WENTWORTH, Mary  1735Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3030
62 ROBERTS, John  Abt 1735Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3017
63 HARTFORD, Mary  1734Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I10799
64 COOK, Daniel Sr  11 Sep 1732Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2434
65 HEARD, Phebe  1731Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I17761
66 HEARD, Rebecca  9 Aug 1730Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16666
67 HARTFORD, Charity  1730Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3556
68 GARLAND, Margaret  Abt 1730Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2433
69 (UNPROVEN), Abigail Heard  1730Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I9884
70 HAYES, Samuel  12 Mar 1729Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3700
71 HURD, Joseph  8 Sep 1728Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16665
72 CARTER, Abigail  24 Feb 1728Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16953
73 WHITEHOUSE, Elizabeth  Abt 1728Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16689
74 GARLAND, Rebecca  Abt 1728Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2429
75 GARLAND, Hannah  18 Feb 1727Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2428
76 HAYES, Wentworth  22 Jan 1727Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3685
77 CORSON, Hannah  Bef 1727Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I10373
78 CARTER, Mary  11 May 1726Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2361
79 HANSON, Abigail  1726Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16490
80 LEIGHTON, Thomas IV  13 Nov 1725Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I7590
81 WENTWORTH, Mary  29 Jul 1725Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16764
82 CORSON, Ichabod  Abt 1725Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3523
83 GARLAND, Abigail  13 Nov 1724Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2430
84 HANSON, Mercy  13 Aug 1724Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16488
85 HARFORD, John  12 Jul 1724Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4429
86 WENTWORTH, Elizabeth  1 Nov 1723Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16772
87 PERKINS, Samuel jr  13 Feb 1723Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16943
88 WENTWORTH, Abigail  12 Feb 1723Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16763
89 GARLAND, Dodivah  6 Dec 1722Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2363
90 HARFORD, Ann  2 Aug 1722Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4430
91 NOCK, Sarah  11 Jul 1721Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16775
92 ROBERTS, Ebenezer  5 May 1721Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4111
93 HAYES, Elizabeth  5 Apr 1721Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3703
94 WENTWORTH, Elizabeth  15 Feb 1721Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16762
95 HANSON, Caleb  8 Feb 1721Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16489
96 WHITEHOUSE, Moses  13 Jun 1720Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16826
97 HARFORD, Solomon  31 Mar 1720Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4427
98 BUNKER, Elijah  1720Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I8048
99 HANSON, Ebenezer  27 Dec 1719Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16487
100 CORSON, Samuel  2 Nov 1719Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3524

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Death

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   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Death    Person ID 
51 WENTWORTH, Mary  4 May 1792Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16769
52 HANSON, Mercy  4 Nov 1790Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16547
53 WENTWORTH, Benjamin  3 Jan 1790Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2816
54 WHITEHOUSE, Thomas  1786Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16824
55 HANSON, John  9 Jan 1784Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16500
56 WHITEHOUSE, William  Abt 1784Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16679
57 (UNPROVEN), Abigail Heard  1782Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I9884
58 HAM, Benjamin  5 Mar 1781Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16486
59 LEIGHTON, Elizabeth  17 Oct 1779Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16760
60 WENTWORTH, William  1779Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2820
61 LEIGHTON, Abigail  1779Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I7589
62 HORNE, John  15 Nov 1778Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16476
63 GARLAND, Ebenezer  28 Jul 1778Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2431
64 WALDRON, John  4 Jul 1778Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4511
65 ROBERTS, Mary  1 Jun 1778Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4501
66 POWELL, Abigail  20 Feb 1778Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2432
67 CHESLEY, James  10 Oct 1777Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3698
68 HORNE, Joseph  17 Apr 1777Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16478
69 JENKINS, Joseph  18 Feb 1777Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4385
70 HORNE, Daniel  1777Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16477
71 HAYES, Samuel  1777Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4439
72 HAYES, Samuel  1777Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I17058
73 GARLAND, Abigail  1777Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2430
74 WALDRON, Mehitable  21 Aug 1776Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4509
75 WENTWORTH, William  24 Feb 1776Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4813
76 WENTWORTH, Ephraim  24 Feb 1776Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16766
77 LEIGHTO, Elizabeth  1776Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I7573
78 WENTWORTH, Martha  2 May 1775Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2818
79 POTTS, Mary  1775Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3050
80 JONES, Samuel  20 Apr 1774Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16061
81 HAYES, Thomas  7 Apr 1774Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3696
82 HANSON, Abigail  1774Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16505
83 WENTWORTH, Spencer  6 Aug 1773Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16771
84 BRACKETT, Mary  28 Feb 1773Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I8808
85 ROBERTS, John  1772Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3017
86 LEATHERS, Stephen  Aft 1771Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I19334
87 WALDRON, Richard  3 Dec 1771Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4506
88 ROBERTS, Mary  1771Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I8142
89 ALLEN, Sarah  12 Jul 1770Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2821
90 BUNKER, Patience  1770Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I8047
91 HARTFORD, Patience  1 Jul 1769Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3576
92 HANSON, Tobias III  27 Aug 1765Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16564
93 HEARD, John  Apr 1765Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16669
94 BUNKER, Love  1 Nov 1763Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I8043
95 RUNNELS, Job Reynolds  1 May 1763Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I19295
96 HANSON, Mercy  May 1762Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16488
97 WENTWORTH, Ezekiel  1762Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3604
98 WENTWORTH, Ezekiel  1762Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16738
99 SPENCER, Patience  1761Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I9150
100 SPENCER, Mary  1761Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16457

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Residence

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   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Residence    Person ID 
51 BROWN, Agnes B  1935Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I484
52 SHOREY, Norman Acle  1933Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I483
53 SHOREY, Norman Acle  1930Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I483
54 SHOREY, Elspy Mae  1930Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I418
55 SHOREY, Clifton Norman  1930Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I485
56 DEROCHEMONT, Lucinda Ann  1930Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I960
57 DEROCHEMONT, John Willie  1930Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I419
58 DEROCHEMONT, Elinor Mae  1930Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I417
59 BROWN, Agnes B  1930Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I484
60 TUCKER, Verna  1929Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I109
61 SHOREY, Norman Acle  1929Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I483
62 SHOREY, Elspy Mae  1929Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I418
63 MCCARTHY, Joseph M.  1929Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I679
64 DEROCHEMONT, John Willie  1929Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I419
65 BROWN, Agnes B  1929Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I484
66 DEROCHEMONT, John Willie  1928Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I419
67 LEBLOND, Philias  1926Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4606
68 LEBLOND, Philias  1921Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4606
69 LAVIOLETTE, Felix P  1920Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I198
70 LAPOINTE, Rose Alma  1920Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I302
71 PERKINS, Susan E.  1900Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4337
72 GUPPY, George E  1900Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4348
73 PERKINS, Thomas J.  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4332
74 PERKINS, Thomas J.  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I15534
75 PERKINS, Susan  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I15531
76 PERKINS, Mabel  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I15533
77 PERKINS, James  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I15529
78 PERKINS, Harry  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I15532
79 PERKINS, Eva  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I15530
80 PERKINS, Charles Henry  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I15528
81 CONNELLY, Mary A  1880Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4341
82 PERKINS, Timothy R.  1850Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4333
83 PERKINS, James D  1850Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I487
84 PERKINS, Charles E.  1850Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4334
85 PERKINS, Ann  1850Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4331
86 DOWNS, Susan  1850Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4339
87 (UNPROVEN), Samuel Heard  Abt 1756Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I17755
88 WALDRON, John  12 May 1740Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I3062
89 (UNPROVEN), Tristram Heard  Abt 1734Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I17764
90 WENTWORTH, Benjamin  1693Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2846
91 HEARD, John  1654Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2374
92 WENTWORTH, Elder William  1650Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2882
93 TUTTLE, John  1648Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I2997
94 TIBBETTS, Henry  1648Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I15023
95 STORIE (STORY), William Seth  1648Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I14914
96 ROBERTS, Sergeant Thomas III  1648Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4056
97 HANSON, Thomas  1648Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I9112
98 DAM, Deacon John  1648Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16837
99 GIBBONS, Ambrose  1641Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I16885
100 ROBERTS, Governor Thomas  1640Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA I4516

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Marriage

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   Family    Marriage    Family ID 
51 HEARD / OTIS  20 Mar 1686Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F12442
52 CORSON / HOBBS  3 Feb 1685Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F846
53 BICKFORD / FURBER  5 May 1684Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F7057
54 PERKINS / TIBBETTS  1678Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F8666
55 WENTWORTH / KNIGHT  27 Jun 1676Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F1077
56 / HEARD  6 Nov 1674Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F12449
57 HEARD / ROBERTS  1673Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F7111
58 LEIGHTON / NUTTER  1670Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F1955
59 LEATHERS / KNIGHT  Abt 1669Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F13379
60 HAM / HEARD  6 May 1668Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F1224
61 HODGDON / THWAITS  Jul 1666Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F7176
62 WHITEHOUSE / DAM  10 Oct 1665Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F12594
63 NUTTER / LANGSTAFF  1662Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F2073
64 JOHNSON / BRACKETT  26 Dec 1661Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F2062
65 POTTS /   1661Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F833
66 ROBERTS / LEIGHTON  Abt 1660Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F1128
67 PERKINS / BEARD  1660Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F8663
68 HORNE / CLOUGH  1659Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F1215
69 TIBBETTS / CANNEY  1654Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F12181
70 ROBERTS / NUTTER  1650Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F840
71 KNIGHT / UNKNOWN  1649Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F13616
72 DAM / POMFRET  Abt 1648Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F12595
73 AUSTIN / CANNEY  1645Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F2103
74 HAM / LESSON  1644Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F7182
75 FURBER / CLARKE  1642Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F1656
76 / CLARKE  1642Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F13628
77 TUTTLE / UNKNOWN  Abt 1640Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F844
78 STARBUCK /   30 Aug 1638Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F7163
79 /   16 Aug 1637Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F6951
80 BICKFORD / CATOR  1637Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F7054
81 CANNEY / UNKNOWN  Bef 1631Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F12180
82 ROBERTS / HILTON  1627Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F1225
83 NUTTER / AYRES  1627Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F841
84 BICKFORD / FURBER  1624Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F12971
85 NUTE (NEWTE) / SARAH  Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F7159
86 MASON OR NASON / HEARD  6 Nov 1674*Dover, Strafford, New Hampshire, USA F12443

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