Hurricane Reconstruction – Columbia NH

According to a 1939 municipal report, the WPA contributed $1620 and 19 people to hurricane reconstruction efforts.

Hurricane Reconstruction – Hanover NH

The town report for 1938 reported that Works Progress Administration funds were involved in efforts at reconstruction and cleanup after the hurricane of September 20, 1938, but no details were provided. 1940 W.P.A. Work W.P.A. funds expended 440 36 Area… read more

Hurricane Reconstruction – Hollis NH

The 1939 Hollis town report mentions Federal Government assistance from the Works Progress Administration after the devastating 1938 hurricane. “W. P. A. AND HURRICANE Paid: State Treasurer $305.29 J. Connor, W. P. A. Foreman 59 50 R. Nute, W. P…. read more

Hurricane Reconstruction – Sandwich NH

After a hurricane in 1938, the WPA helped with repairs. A municipal report detailed the costs involved: Estimate of Hurricane Damage in survey made by State Engineers and Town Road Agents, Oct. 10, 1938— Washouts $15,815.00 Culverts– $1,620.00 Bridges—- $9,775.00… read more

Hurricane Reconstruction – Walpole NH

Extensive reconstruction was accomplished in Walpole by the W.P.A. after the hurricane of 1938. 1938 Watkins Hill Road Total, $1,000 00 2,650 ft. of road completed. 4 culverts installed. 2 miles of roadsides brushed and burned. W. P. A. labor… read more

Infrastructure Improvements – Seabrook NH

The New Deal provided much help in this small coastal community of 1,606 (1930 population). Between 1933 and 1939, the RFC, the WPA and the NYA undertook improvements in the town, including sewer maintenance, road work, surveying sidewalks and other… read more

Laconia Municipal Airport – Gilford MA

“In 1934, the original Laconia Airport was built in the vicinity of what is now the O’Shea Industrial park. The current airport was built in Gilford in 1941, with funding from the WPA (Works Progress Administration), the City of Laconia,… read more

Lebanon Post Office – Lebanon NH

The Lebanon Post Office was built in 1938 with Treasury Department funds.

Ledyard Bridge (replaced) – Norwich VT to Hanover NH

The second of the (now) three bridges to be designated Ledyard Bridge spanning the Connecticut River between Norwich, Vermont and Hanover, New Hampshire was financed in part by the federal Public Works Administration (PWA) during the Great Depression. The PWA… read more

Library – Chesterfield NH

The current stone Chesterfield Library building opened in 1939. Constructed as a New Deal project, the facility was built with Public Works Administration (PWA) funds. PWA Docket No. NH [X]1130

Library Improvements – Claremont NH

Annual municipal reports for the early 1930s show that the local library benefited from the CWA in 1933 and from the ERA in 1934. The reports also describe how the local library distributed many books during this period to CCC… read more

Library Improvements – Danville NH

From a 1938, “REPORT OF THE DANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY” “During the past year there have been several changes and improvements made in the Library. The walls and ceilings have been repaired and whitened as a part of the W. P…. read more

Manchester Airport Terminal (former) – Londonderry NH

“In 1937, this art deco terminal was a bold architectural statement for rural New Hampshire. Built as one of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) projects that sprinkled New Hampshire with unique, useful structures and employed hundreds of Granite State residents,… read more

Memorial Field – Concord NH

In 1934, town officials resolved to use $2,500 of CWA money for constructing bleachers at Memorial Athletic Field. In 1940, more bleachers  from nearby were moved and set up at Memorial Field.

Moody Park Improvements – Claremont NH

An annual town report for 1939 describes WPA improvements to Moody Park: “The Commissioners of the Park are pleased to report that the interest in the Park is increasing each year. More and more people are finding out about it… read more

Moose Brook State Park – Gorham NH

“The 87 park acres and surrounding 668 acres of state forest were purchased by the state in 1934. The swimming area, bathhouse, campground, and administration building were built at that time and the park opened to the public in 1936…. read more

Mount Willard – Harts Location NH

CCC Co. 117 (S53) out of Tamworth NH was involved in road construction on Mt. Willard, Crawford Notch.

Municipal Improvements – Bartlett NH

Municipal reports document numerous WPA infrastructure projects in Bartlett from 1936-39: 1936: WPA Thorn Hill & Saco River dyke jobs Dredging & breakwater work on Saco River Small part of wages were paid by W.P.A. funds $528.00 spent by WPA… read more

Municipal Improvements – Bedford NH

Annual municipal reports for the fiscal year ending in 1941 detailed New Deal involvement in several local projects: “The highway department reported that W.P.A. APPROPRIATIONS equaled $682.22 and 13 men were employed.” “The FINANCIAL REPORT OF THE BEDFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT… read more

Municipal Improvements – Bethlehem NH

Town leaders early on in the New Deal took advantage of Federal largesse to make improvements according to annual reports from 1934 to 1941. 1934 Amount Raised by Issue of Bonds or Notes: P. W. A. Water Bonds 37,000.00 P…. read more

Municipal Improvements – Boscawen NH

SELECTMEN’S REPORT To the Citizens of Boscawen: That the people of Boscawen, may more fully comprehend the financial assistance the town has received for W. P. A. Projects and what was accomplished by obtaining such projects, we submit the following… read more

Municipal Improvements – Brookline NH

In 1938 and 1939, the Works Progress Administration contributed a number of municipal improvements to the town of Brookline, NH. Annual town reports of 1938 and 1939 note the following projects and expenses: “1938 W. P. A. Hurricane and Fire… read more

Municipal Improvements – Claremont NH

In addition to improvements water system, library and park improvements, town reports from 1933-1942 document the following New Deal support for town activities: 1933 RFC loan for the Welfare dept. $15,000 1934 The town budget notes $10,000 estimated for FERA… read more

Municipal Improvements – Conway NH

Between 1936 and 1940 the Works Progress Administration provided funding for a ranged of municipal improvements in Conway, NH. These included funds for youth skills training, road work, the library, and the arts, “1936 Library Report April — A Craftsman’s… read more

Municipal Improvements – Danville NH

In 1935, the CWA and WPA were involved in cemetery work in the town employing 10 people. W. P. A. Hall project $2,625.36 W. P. A. Road project $223.46 W. P. A. Old Meetinghouse project. $42.64

Municipal Improvements – Danville NH

Between 1935 and 1938, the Works Progress Administration funded a number of municipal improvements in the town of Danville, including upgrades for the local library, town hall, and cemetery; work on roads and forest sites; and support for a local… read more

Municipal Improvements – Deering NH

1933 – WPA road relief construction contributes $1,954.00 to Deering. 1934 – PWA loan of $5000 for power line construction. 1935 – Emergency Relief to Unemployed gives Deering $4,401. Federal Government gives Deering 4,658 for various public works projects. 1936… read more

Municipal Improvements – Dunbarton NH

In 1940 and 1941, the Works Progress Administration supported a variety of municipal improvements in Dunbarton NH. Annual town reports note the following projects and costs: 1940 W.P.A. sponsors’ share, road project $788.60 W.P.A. sponsors’ share, map project $39.65 1941… read more

Municipal Improvements – Fitzwilliam NH

Annual municipal reports show that the town of Fitzwilliam received assistance from multiple New Deal programs in the 1930s, including the RFC, the CWA (which constructed fire holes and water tanks and improved the library), and the WPA.  

Municipal Improvements – Franconia NH

Various relief and infrastructure efforts were provided by the New Deal for this small New Hampshire mountain village, population 514 (1930 Census). From 1933 to 1935, the Public Works Administration conducted a survey for a proposed water project, at a… read more

Municipal Improvements – Franklin NH

The New Deal federal Public Works Program and Federal Emergency Relief administration funded a number of municipal improvements in Franklin, NH, including improvements to schools and libraries, funds for public sewing and forestry projects, and surplus commodity relief. “1933 Parker… read more

Municipal Improvements – Goffstown NH

Municipal reports from the 1930s detail local WPA work in Goffstown: 1935 Outlay for New Construction and Permanent Improvements: Highways and Bridges State Aid Construction, Class V W. P. A $492.90 1936 MOTH EXTERMINATION Jean B. Moquin, gas and oil… read more

Municipal Improvements – Greenville NH

1936 “Report of the Overseer of the Poor The relief situation in Greenville has shown a gradual improvement during the year. Due to improved business conditions, and use of available W. P. A. and other projects our local relief cases… read more

Municipal Improvements – Hancock NH

1936 Town Paid W.P.A. Account 13 employed $696.74 W.P.A. Paid Labor 16 employed $2,257.20 P. W. A. PROJECT NO. 1028R Pursuant to the vote taken by the town the Federal Project No. 1028R was completed. The water main extension was… read more

Municipal Improvements – Harrisville NH

According to annual town reports, the New Deal was helping Harrisville (population 512 in 1930) deal with the economic depression very early on after President Roosevelt was elected. 1933 Town Warrant #6. To see if the town will vote a… read more

Municipal Improvements – Hooksett NH

Much work was done throughout the period of the New Deal in Hooksett. “1934 Town maintenance and C. W. A. construction $8,875.92 C. W. A. Total $380.02 1935 Outlay for New Construction and Permanent Improvement: 40. W. P. A. project… read more

Municipal Improvements – Hudson NH

Annual reports show that the town of Hudson was helped extensively by New Deal programs. In addition to work by the RFC and FERA (which included distributing food and medicine to school children), the CWA repaired and improved schools and… read more

Municipal Improvements – Jaffrey NH

Throughout the New Deal, various agencies contributed to the improvement of Jaffrey, a small town of 2,800 (1930 Census) according to annual town reports. 1933 “Through an arrangement with the District Nursing Association and the State Supervisor of Health, Miss… read more

Municipal Improvements – Peterborough NH

The Peterborough town reports of 1937 and 1940 report WPA involvement in various projects: Water Main on Pine St. Sidewalk project #1314 24 men employed Library wall project #966 18 men employed Powers Bridge project #1194 31 men employed “In… read more

Municipal Improvements – Portsmouth NH

A significant amount of useful employment was provided thanks to the New Deal in this port city which dates back to the original settlements in the early 1600’s and whose shipyards have played a key part in every conflict our… read more