22. Denman Thompson (1833-1911)
of NH32 and West Swanzey Road, opposite
Monadnock Regional High School, Swanzey, NH
erected 1964
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22. Denman Thompson (1833-1911) | ||
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| located in a small triangular plot at the junction of NH32 and West Swanzey Road, opposite Monadnock Regional High School, Swanzey, NH |
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"A famous theatrical trouper who lived and died in West
Swanzey. He gained a national reputation by his portrayal of the character, 'Joshua Whitcomb,' the
New Hampshire farmer on a trip to Boston. From this he subsequently evolved 'The Old Homestead,' a
play of long runs before enthusiastic audiences." erected 1964 |
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