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Nathan Randal Perkins

Birth	:	13 Dec 1828
Death	:	1900
Burial	:	Hillside Cemetery, Jefferson, Coos County, USA
Coordinate	:	44.4169000, -71.4746400
Description	:	Jefferson is deeply indebted to Hon. Nathan Randall Perkins for most of its present prosperity, and his untiring energy on its behalf is worthy of extend notice. He was the son of David Kenniston and Margaret (Runnels) Perkins, and was born in Middleton on December 13, 1828. His early years were spent on the farm, in the mills, and at stone work in Manchester. He next settled in Lancaster where he became proficient in blacksmithing. His spare time was spent in study and he formed for his employer, L.M. Rosebrook, an undying friendship. In 1852, he and Rosebrook undertook the construction... Read More	Jefferson is deeply indebted to Hon. Nathan Randall Perkins for most of its present prosperity, and his untiring energy on its behalf is worthy of extend notice. He was the son of David Kenniston and Margaret (Runnels) Perkins, and was born in Middleton on December 13, 1828. His early years were spent on the farm, in the mills, and at stone work in Manchester. He next settled in Lancaster where he became proficient in blacksmithing. His spare time was spent in study and he formed for his employer, L.M. Rosebrook, an undying friendship. In 1852, he and Rosebrook undertook the construction of a hotel on the summit of Mount Washington, and in May that year they commenced their difficult enterprise. All the lumber had to be transported from Jefferson on horseback up the steep mountain side from eight miles below. Joseph S. Hall was taken into partnership, and two months later the “Summit House,” as they designated it, was opened to the public. Mr. Perkins was in personal charge of the Summit House during the season, and built a large addition, remaining on the mountain from the last of May until the middle of September. In February, 1854, he disposed of his interest and purchased the farm of Mr. Rosebrook. In connection with farming, Mr. Perkins carried on blacksmithing. The sturdy blows of his hammer were heard early and late in the little shop opposite his house, and his industry and diligence were rewarded, each year increasing his prosperity. In 1860 he bought the Jefferson mill property, and rebuilt the saw and grist-mills on an enlarged and improved scale, erected a starch factory, and conducted these enterprises for twenty years with financial success. In 1872, Mr. Perkins surveyed and laid out the Whitefield and Jefferson railroad and since that time has been actively invested in the brown Lumber Company at Whitefield, superintending the construction of its lumber railroad, constructing camps, and personally supervising every detail of its large business. He has represented Jefferson five terms in the legislature; was a member of the constitutional convention of 1876, and one year each in the executive councils of Governors Straw and Weston. He aided in getting the state appropriation for opening the road up the Androscoggin from Drummer to Errol, and, with James W. Weeks and George R. Eaton, formed the committee which decided what amount each town should play. (Their decision was never controverted). He has been a delegate to Democratic county, state, and other conventions for many successive years, and attended the national Democratic convention in 1868, as a substitute. He has been a member of North Star Lodge and Commandery for many years. Nature has endowed Mr. Perkins with a magnificent physique and equally large and liberal ideas and heart. His presence is winning, attracting all who come within the sphere of his personality. He dispenses hospitality like a prince, keeps "open house” and reminds one of the southern planter of antebellum days. His charities are wide and constant, and nothing more delights him than to make children happy by unexpected gifts. His live for Jefferson, NH is as strong and steadfast as though its air was the first he breathed, and the full weight of his well-balanced character and influence is on the side of every public measure for the prosperity of the community. His religion is not that of creeds, but is exemplified in the deeds which relieve the unfortunate and distressed, and by generous contributions to religious objects. Sources: “The Granite Monthly: A New Hampshire Magazine Devoted to History, Biography, Literature, and State Progress”, Volumes 24-25, Henry Harrison Metcalf, 1896; and, “History of Jefferson, New Hampshire”, George C. Evans, 1927 Contributed by: Ellen Savage

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Latitude: 44.4169000
Longitude: -71.4746400

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Spouse

Elizabeth C Hicks Perkins

(1829 - 1911)

Children

Manasah Perkins

(1855 - 1919)

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Nearby Cemetories:

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Jefferson, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4169000, -71.4746400

2. Starr King Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.4014800, -71.4424400

3. Kilkenny View Cemetery
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4. Forest Vale Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.3804800, -71.4754700

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6. Riverton Cemetery
Jefferson, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4336200, -71.5309300

7. Indian Cemetery
Jefferson, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4491500, -71.5314000

8. Colby Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.4018400, -71.5498100

9. Wentworth Family Cemetery
Lancaster, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4750000, -71.4763890

10. Balch Family Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.4641872, -71.5235365

11. Black Velvet Cemetery
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Coordinate: 44.3741670, -71.4086110

12. Applebee Family Cemetery
Jefferson, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.3508300, -71.4633400

13. Saint Pauls Episcopal Church Memorial Garden
Lancaster, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4902830, -71.5692870

14. Park Street Cemetery
Whitefield, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.3737100, -71.6022000

15. Summer Street Cemetery
Lancaster, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4949799, -71.5651093

16. Wilder Cemetery
Lancaster, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4919200, -71.5702900

17. Old Lancaster Cemetery
Lancaster, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4928380, -71.5696480

18. Old Calvary Catholic Cemetery
Lancaster, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4875230, -71.5788440

19. Old Cemetery
Whitefield, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.3743190, -71.6106680

20. Saint Matthews Cemetery
Whitefield, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.3820400, -71.6163300

21. Pine Street Cemetery
Whitefield, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.3792000, -71.6175200

22. Number 10 Cemetery
Lancaster, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.4246900, -71.6270600

23. Calvary Catholic Cemetery
Lancaster, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.5029400, -71.5739100

24. Straw Cemetery
Carroll, Coos County, USA
Coordinate: 44.3101300, -71.5507000