www.newhampshirelakesandmountains.com Publishing news & views of Lancaster, Groveton, Whitefield, Lunenburg & other towns of the upper Connecticut River valley of New Hampshire & Vermont [email protected] VOL. CXLIV, NO. 36 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2013 LANCASTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE TELEPHONE: 603-788-4939 TWENTY FOUR PAGES 75¢ Weeks State Park goes to the dogs during Chinook presentation By DARIN WIPPERMAN [email protected] LANCASTER — A happy and furry friend made for an enter- taining night at Weeks State Park on Thursday. The presen- tation, which discussed New Hampshire’s state dog, the Chi- nook, included an example of the lively and friendly breed. Mountain Laurel Tamworth Tugger, also known as Tug, was on hand to give people a chance to see the powerful, yet gentle, Chinook. Bob Cottrell, who provided a presentation on the Chinook, owns Tug. The breed was cre- ated in the early 20th Century. They have legendary status as COURTESY PHOTO sled dogs, thanks to their par- The Lancaster Historical Society anticipates that Arcadia Publishing will have this paperback book ready ticipation in Adm. Byrd’s expe- for sale in six months as part of the town’s celebration of its 250th anniversary in 2014. dition to the South Pole. Arthur Walden created the DARIN WIPPERMAN/LITTLETON COURIER Chinook. He was from Won- A presentation by Bob Cottrell was made at Weeks State Park on Book to be ready for Lancaster 250th alancet, N.H. Walden took part Thursday evening. The Chinook, New Hampshire’s state dog, was the By Edith Tucker that was accepted, and a five- shops, and through the Arcadia in the Alaska Gold Rush. He re- focus of the festivities. Mountain Laurel Tamworth Tugger, Tug for [email protected] member committee was formed website.” turned to New Hampshire in short, pictured here, served as the star of the show. Tug is seen to sift through the Society’s Hunt, Anne Morgan, Lyndall 1902, maintaining his interest in eagerly awaiting another piece of cheese. LANCASTER — Members of archives as well as those of com- Demers, Barbara Lucky, and sled dogs he experienced dur- appearance when seven pup- sled race, from Berlin to Cana- the Lancaster Historical Society munity members. Betty Newell worked together, ing his previous adventures. pies were born in New Hamp- da. Two years later, Walden have just sent up a photograph- “If all goes as planned we with Hunt and Morgan actually Cottrell noted that Jack Lon- shire in January 1917. Their took Chinooks up Mount Wash- studded manuscript, designed should have the book in hand in putting the book together. De- don’s most famous novels came parents were the granddaugh- ington. to celebrate the town’s 250th six months,” explained Lancast- mers focused on proofreading out shortly after Walden re- ter of an Arctic-exploring Husky Chinook power and en- anniversary — its sestercenten- er School teacher Bob Hunt. and Newell on researching ob- turned to Wonalancet. This led and a Saint Bernard mutt, Cot- durance were evident during nial — to Arcadia Publishing. “The paperback book will be for scure facts. Murray Vashaw, to continued fascination with trell explained. such events. The breed’s name This spring the Society sub- sale through the Historical So- sled dogs in our culture. By 1922, Walden had organ- mitted a proposal to Arcadia ciety, at local stores and book- Lancaster, Page A11 The Chinook first made its ized the state’s first official dog State Dog, Page A11 PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER The sheepdog trials are one of the great delights every year at the Lancaster Fair. WMRSD teachers & staff begin year considering the big picture By Edith Tucker scores are only part of the pic- the public understands educa- “The state’s College and Ca- “I believe that far too many and are willing — or perhaps [email protected] ture. tional change by engaging in reer Ready Standards (CCRS) re- young men and women feel that forced — to settle for and ac- National school reform ef- community outreach. Strong quire that we talk with teens and they have little or no control WHITEFIELD — Commis- forts, she said, have put the leadership is an essential com- not at them,” she pointed out, over the direction of their lives WMRSD, Page A11 sioner of Education Virginia Bar- country’s future in the hands of ponent of educational change, adding that communication and ry, Ph.D., praised the WMRSD its teachers. The common core based on scientists’ most recent collaboration are both essen- teachers, staff and administra- standards have given teachers understanding of how the hu- tials in the state’s new educa- District-wide technology tors, pointing to the solid rise in a common language, Barry ex- man brain works. tional model. students’ scores over the last plained. “Use what works in your SAU #36 Interim Superinten- plan approved several years as recorded in the Change in New Hampshire teaching, and reach out to your dent Dr. Harry Fensom congrat- state’s online District “profile.” has been driven by teachers colleagues,” Barry urged. “Stu- ulated teachers and staff for By Edith Tucker The board also accepted “I’m here to recognize the from the ground up and not top dents need a safe environment their effort and success in ad- [email protected] two WMRHS support staff res- work you’ve done,” Barry said, down, she said. She urged to succeed and not a punitive dressing the major areas of stu- ignations: para-educator Sherri noting, however, that student teachers to help to ensure that one.” dent achievement and profes- WHITEFIELD — The WMRSD Lowell, effective Sept. 4, and sional growth in the year that school board at its Aug. 26 ap- cook Joy Cass, effective imme- ended in June. “The average proved the District’s technolo- diately. New England Common Assess- gy plan, developed by IT direc- ment Program (NECAP) scores tor Jeremy Noyes. in each school building either The board also filled the Dis- INDEX remained stable or increased, trict’s vacant Diagnostic Pre- scription Teacher (DPT) posi- which is a truly remarkable ac- Business Directory . .B4 complishment given our al- tion by hiring Deborah James ready high levels,” he said. He at a salary of $35,139, Step 7- Calendar . .B3 also praised teachers’ out- BA. standing accumulation of pro- Two coaching nominations Classified . .B5-B7 fessional development of track were also approved: Mark Prib- hours. bernow as the Middle School Dining . .A13 Fensom also praised this Athletic Director (MS AD) at the Editorials & Letters . .A4-5 summer’s outstanding efforts of Lancaster School at a salary of the custodial-maintenance $3,000; and Elliott Garneau, JV Obituaries . .A2 crew. Boys’ Soccer Coach at WMRHS The superintendent reem- at a salary $1,894. Real Estate . .A14 The board tabled a pro- phasized his belief that the best Sports . .B1-3 gift that public education — and posed Alternative High School WMRSD specifically — can give Program – PRIDE (Persever- PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER to students is choices of oppor- ance, Respect, Integrity, Deci- SAU #36 Interim Superintendent Dr. Harry Fensom PHOTO BY EDITH TUCKER tunities in which they can be sions, Education) — and agreed welcomed teachers and support staff members on Greg Odell of Dalton, WMRSD school board chair- successful in college, career, that it should first be brought Wednesday, Aug 28, to the opening of the 2013- man and a member of the state’s Board of and life. “Only we can do this — to the curriculum subcommit- 2014 school year held at WMRHS in Whitefield. He Education, welcomed teachers and support staff to that’s why education is the most tee and then to the full school also introduced the guest speaker, Commissioner of the opening day of school, Aug. 28, that was spent important work in the world,” board, after its costs are un- Education Virginia Barry, Ph.D. in professional development activities. Fensom explained. derstood. A2 COÖS COUNTY DEMOCRAT SEPTEMBER 4, 2013 ••• Cynthia Jane (Parker) Chase LITTLETON— Cynthia Jane brook, Ronald Parker and wife, (Parker) Chase passed away Marie of Colebrook; many Saturday, August 17, 2013 after nieces and nephews and all of a brief illness. her Happy Camper buddies al- Cindy was born in West so survive her. Stewartstown, on May 10, Cindy will be remembered 1954, the daughter of Leonard for her fun sense of humor and and Arlene (Parrish) Parker. her love of laugh. In the past, she was a mem- At Cindy's request, there ber of the VFW Auxiliary and will be no public services. the Emblem Club. In lieu of flowers, the family Cindy enjoyed spending would like to request that do- time with her family, but more nations be made in Cindy's than anything enjoyed time Cynthia Jane (Parker) Chase name to Riverside Animal Res- with "Her Katie". She loved all cue, 236 Riverside Ave. Lunen- animals and was an original Chase and wife, Melissa of Jef- burg, VT 05906. member of the Happy ferson, and their children Kate- Arrangements and care Campers. lyn and Bailey. Her siblings, have been entrusted to the She is survived by her chil- Linda MacKinnon and hus- Pillsbury Phaneuf Funeral dren, Rebecca Williams and band, Ronald of Littleton, Home and Crematorium. For her husband, Adam of Delco, Cheryl Lentz and husband, Jer- more information, please visit COURTESY PHOTO NC and their children Hannah, ry of Bacova, VA, Leonard Park- our website at www.pills- Lancaster Fair Lancaster Councilor Ray Burton makes his annual visit to the 2013 Lancaster Fair Noah and Ethan; her son Scott er and wife, France of Cole- buryphaneuf.com. and is greeted by Fair President Paul Thurston.