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This Old House’s Charms Aren’t Apparent to Everyone

October 25, 2025October 25, 2025 by Bill Donahue

Built circa 1790 and in the family since 1905, my beloved house is now at a pivotal juncture in its long history.

The Boston Globe 
Edited by Kathy Horan


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Posted in Essays, Family, Gilmanton, New England

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