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Word: newburyport (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1970-1979
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...came from a family of decayed gentry whose life centered on a summer home in Newburyport, Mass. His father was a charming scapegrace, only occasionally employed. When Marquand entered Harvard in 1911, it was on a scholarship, although he was an indifferent scholar. He was a public high school boy, ignored by the "St. Grottlesex" preppies...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Books: Archaeology of The Well Born | 11/19/1979 | See Source »

...nuclear issue is a national one, because a Seabrook meltdown would threaten residents of Newburyport and Boston as well as Seabrook itself. But it is equally clear that the occupation would fail without firm local support. In my numerous trips to the area in recent months. I have been struck by the degree of support for and clear understanding of the occupation by the local population--particularly those closest to the plant. Northern New England seacoast towns like Seabrook enjoy the peace and quiet of their unspoiled beaches, marshes, and woods. They must now put up with the imminent destruction...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: STOP Seabrook Oct 6 | 10/4/1979 | See Source »

...year ago, Steven Straw was a boy wonder of the art dealers' world. At 26, he owned a highly successful gallery in Newburyport, Mass., full of Oriental rugs, antiques and such masters as Degas, de Kooning and O'Keeffe. He flew around the country in his private Cessna 414 putting together six-figure art deals...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Nation: The Straw That Broke... | 10/1/1979 | See Source »

...successful and reputable New Hampshire art auctioneer, Straw bought his first painting for $75 when he was 14, and at 22 opened his first gallery, in Newburyport. He was already well connected with regional dealers and collectors, and his business prospered. A slim, impeccably dressed young man, he went to church every Sunday and always paid his bills on time. His obvious expertise inspired confidence. So did his gallery's handsomely printed brochures. Says one of Straw's creditors: "The art business is filled with horse-trading. Steve had the ability to horse-trade and maneuver...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Nation: The Straw That Broke... | 10/1/1979 | See Source »

From Cambridge, follow the same route to Crane Beach. At route 133, though, follow signs to Essex and Newburyport out of Ipswich, and then follow signs for Plum Island...

Author: By David A. Demilo, | Title: Like Lemmings to the Sea... | 7/6/1979 | See Source »

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