April 2020 – Page 2 – The WEIRS TIMES

Domestic Markets And Spring Goods For New Hampshire In April, 1854

Not So Long Ago April 16, 2020April 15, 2020

Now is the time for farmers to make their soap. Those who know the great saving there is in using Potash, do not think of making this necessary article for family use without it. As…

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WHO’s Got China’s Back?

Op/Ed by Metzler April 15, 2020April 15, 2020

It’s easy to point fingers during a deadly pandemic, and let’s do so. WHO first sounded the alarm? WHO downplayed real medical risks? WHO calmed or stoked irrational fears? WHO in this case, is the…

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New Rituals

A F.O.O.L. In New Hampshire April 15, 2020April 14, 2020

It is without doubt that once this pandemic is over, some things we were accustomed to will be changing.One of the things being talked about is the social ritual of shaking hands.Hand shaking has been…

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Warbler Season Already?

For The Birds April 15, 2020April 14, 2020

PHOTO: A pine warbler eats mealworms on a deck in New England this spring. Chris Bosak Photo Could it be warbler season already?It sure is and I’m just as surprised as the next person. Not…

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More Close To Home

On The Trails & Summits April 14, 2020April 14, 2020

PHOTO: An umbrella is a fabulous invention that kept yours truly dry while I went for a walk in the woods in down pouring rain. “2020 is a unique Leap Year. It has 29 days…

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New Hampshire Eagle Population Is Coming Back Strong

Features April 14, 2020

There’s good news for New Hampshire eagle lovers. For the first time in history, the Audubon Society’s Mid-Winter Bald Eagle Survey counted more than 100 bald eagles, and found two rarely seen golden eagles as…

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It Was Never About Corona

Wicked Brew Review April 9, 2020April 7, 2020

A man named Bart walks into a bar and is immediately shot and killed. What was the name of the killer? Well, read through the article and find out the answer… In a departure from…

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The Doors May Be Locked But It’s Still Business As Usual

Features April 9, 2020April 7, 2020

As the threat of Covid-19 has changed all of our lives to one extent or another, businesses have been finding ways to adapt so that they can hopefully come out on the other side ready…

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Spring Salmon Fishing

A Guides Life April 8, 2020April 7, 2020

Most salmon anglers come to Lake Winnipesaukee looking forward to two very distinct times of year for salmon fishing, early spring and late summer. The salmon season runs from April 1st through September 30th each…

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Easter Is About Giving Life

Not So Long Ago April 8, 2020April 7, 2020

In March of the year 1900 friends of the late Henry S. Blaisdell were said to be “surprised and pleased” when the recipients of the contents of his will were made public. Mr. Blaisdell left…

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“Be Like Archie”

Features April 8, 2020April 7, 2020

Archie Andrews is being safe during these times by wearing his face mask and practicing social distancing while relaxing on a park bench in downtown Meredith. Be like Archie. Many thanks to Lynn Montana, daughter…

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American Goldfinches

For The Birds April 7, 2020April 7, 2020

I alluded in last week’s column to a goldfinch being in transitional plumage.The truth is, in a way, American goldfinches are always in transitional plumage. Unlike most songbirds that look pretty much the same year-round,…

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Coronavirus Shrouds Easter

Op/Ed by Metzler April 7, 2020April 7, 2020

The Coronavirus outbreak has closed down the world, at least as we know it.From the Far East into Europe and North America shutdowns, lockdowns, and stay at home orders are the norm. And for good…

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More Censeless Fun

A F.O.O.L. In New Hampshire April 7, 2020April 7, 2020

A couple of weeks back I provided some creative ways to help you pass the time at home as you await the outcome of the mess we are in.Looking for ways to amuse myself as…

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Escaped From New York

A F.O.O.L. In New Hampshire April 2, 2020April 2, 2020

We were doing our duty, staying at home, only going out for essential items and keeping informed by scaring ourselves silly watching the cable news 24/7 to keep abreast of what was going on around…

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Month: April 2020

Domestic Markets And Spring Goods For New Hampshire In April, 1854

WHO’s Got China’s Back?

New Rituals

Warbler Season Already?

More Close To Home

New Hampshire Eagle Population Is Coming Back Strong

It Was Never About Corona

The Doors May Be Locked But It’s Still Business As Usual

Spring Salmon Fishing

Easter Is About Giving Life

“Be Like Archie”

American Goldfinches

Coronavirus Shrouds Easter

More Censeless Fun

Escaped From New York