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	Monadnock - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A monadnock or inselberg is an isolated hill, knob, ridge, or small mountain that rises abruptly from a gently sloping or virtually level surrounding plain.
		Monadnock is an originally Native American term for an isolated hill or a lone mountain that has risen above the surrounding area, typically by surviving erosion.
		USS Monadnock (1883) was a United States Navy ironclad warship.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Monadnock (286 words)

	Rudyard Kipling and Monadnock (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		I had met Monadnock on paper in a shameless parody of Emerson's style, before ever style or verse had interest for me. But the word stuck because of a rhyme, in which one was
		Later the same word, pursued on the same principle as that blessed one Mesopotamia, led me to and through Emerson, up to his poem on the peak itself — the wise old giant "busy with his sky affairs," who makes us sane and sober and free from little things if we trust him.
		So Monadnock came to mean everything that was helpful, healing, and full of quiet, and when I saw him half across New Hampshire he did not fail.
	www.monadnock.net /whatis/kipling.html (259 words)

	Grand Mt. Monadnock - World's Most Climbed Mountain Peak
		The longest trail on Monadnock, Pumpelly stretches from nearly the southeast edge of Dublin Lake to the summit.
		Monadnock is reputedly the second most-climbed mountain in the world (after Fuji near Tokyo), with an estimated 125,000 ascents annually.
		Monadnock has a summit elevation of about 3165 feet, or roughly half of Mount Washington at 6,288 feet, yet the first known ascent of Monadnock by white men was in 1725 or a century after the first white man ascended Washington.
	www.tmclark.com /monadnock.html (2578 words)

	NH Division of Parks & Recreation: Monadnock State Park (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Monadnock was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1987.
		A magnet for hikers, Monadnock is said to be the second most frequently climbed mountain in the world, after Japan's Mt. Fuji.
		Monadnock State Park is a carry in/carry out park site; please carry home what you carry in.
	www.nhstateparks.org /ParksPages/Monadnock/Monadnock.html (285 words)

	Mount Monadnock - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		In glaciation events, a monadnock may remain ice-free above the iceflow that surrounds it, forming a nunatak and thus may retain relics of the pre-glacial period.
		Monadnock was the site, in the 19th century, of a toll carriage road, still visible, and of a resort hotel.
		Monadnock is at the northern end of the Monadnock-Metacomet Trail, a long-distance trail stretching south through Massachusetts and half of Connecticut.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mount_Monadnock (504 words)

	Mt. Monadnock (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		It has been said that Mt. Monadnock is the second most hiked mountain in the world after Mt.
		Mt. Monadnock is the centerpiece of the 5,000 acre Monadnock State Park.
		The word "monadnock" originally comes from the Abnacki Indian language meaning "mountain that stands alone." Because Monadnock "stands alone", views from the treeless summit stretch far into the distance into surrounding states like Vermont and Massachusetts.
	www.mountainsummits.com /mountains/newhampshire/monadnock.htm (247 words)

	Monadnock Community Bank - Press Releases
		Monadnock Community Bank is a subsidiary of Monadnock Community Bancorp, Inc., (OTC BB: MNCK) and as of June 30, 2004 had total assets of approximately $48 million, deposits of $35 million and equity of $5 Million.
		Monadnock Community Bank is a subsidiary of Monadnock Community Bancorp, (OTC BB:MNCK) and as of June 30, 2004 had total assets of approximately $54 million, deposits of $34 million and equity of $5 Million.
		Monadnock Community Bank recently completed its mutual holding company reorganization in June 2004 as part of its plan to raise capital and expand the Bank’s services to the community.
	www.monadnockbank.com /whats_new.html (5904 words)

	Monadnock Regional Milers (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Monadnock Regional Milers Running Club is dedicated primarily to the sport of running, either competitive, or non-competitive.
		Founded in the Spring of 2000, the Monadnock Regional Milers are growing to become one of the most active running clubs in the Southern New Hampshire area.
		By joining the Monadnock Regional Milers, you'll be one of over 145 members, ranging from 3 to 70+ years young.
	eteamz.active.com /monadnockmilers (287 words)

	Monadnock Building/History
		Root’s death forced Burnham to concentrate his energies on the Exposition, so when the north half of the Monadnock rented quickly and its owners decided to build the south half right away, they commissioned another firm to design it: Holabird and Roche, the second largest practice in the City.
		The south half of the building, on the other hand, is a masterful early application of classical architectural principles to the design of a tall building.
		The north half of the Monadnock is probably the tallest building ever built that is supported primarily by brick walls.
	www.monadnockbuilding.com /history.htm (334 words)

	Monadnock - New Hampshire bluegrass!
		Monadnock [munad'nok] is a five piece bluegrass band based in southern New Hampshire.
		Monadnock is an isolated peak, 3,165-ft (965 m) high, located in southwest New Hampshire.
		The peak lends its name to the geomorphic term Monadnock, an isolated mountain remnant standing above the general level of the land because of its greater resistance to erosion.
	monadnockbluegrass.com (353 words)

	MONADNOCK TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION
		It is not true that Monadnock teachers are underpaid.
		Starting salary in Monadnock schools is $32,000 a year, average salary is $46,000 per year and top pay is upwards of $60,000 per year.
		Monadnock taxpayers will pay over $600,000 towards the retirement fund this year alone.
	www.monadnocktaxpayers.org (593 words)

	Q & Laura's Mt. Monadnock Celebration
		Answer: Mount Monadnock, or Grand Monadnock, is a dramatic 3,166-foot peak in southwestern New Hampshire that has drawn attention for years by its relative isolation from other mountains.
		This original is often called Grand Monadnock, to differentiate it from other Vermont and New Hampshire peaks with "Monadnock" in their names.
		For those friends who cannot climb Mt. Monadnock, but still wish to join us for dinner after the hike, you may want to choose from the many activities around the Monadnock region before dinner.
	www.wellesley.edu /ITS/Ldiao/monadnock/monadnock.htm (738 words)

	Monadnock Spring Water (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Monadnock family has been providing New Englanders with fresh, pure bottled spring water for more than 80 years.
		During that time we have grown to be one of the region's largest spring water companies.
		we deliver Monadnock water to your home or office in 5-gallon, 2.5-gallon, 3 gallon, and 1-gallon containers.
	www.monadnockwater.com /frontpg.html (233 words)

	Monadnock Speedway
		Monadnock Speedway was the recipient of the NASCAR 2005 Achievement/Excellence Award this past February present by Brian France, CEO of NASCAR.
		Thirty-five years later, Monadnock Speedway has grown to be one of the most popular and professional auto racing facility located in Southern New Hampshire.
		Monadnock Speedway has been the recipient of several highly distinquished awards from NASCAR with the most recent being in 2004 the “Team Player” award which is given to one speedway in the country for achieving greatness in providing professional and competitive events met by NASCAR standards.
	www.monadnockspeedway.com /sponsorship.htm (602 words)

	Chicago Travel Itinerary--Monadnock Block (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The word "monadnock" is defined as a mountain or rocky mass that stands isolated in a level area.
		Rising 16 stories high, the Monadnock Block in 1891 stood as one of the tallest buildings constructed of solid masonry in the city of Chicago.
		The Monadnock Block is located at 53 W. Jackson Blvd.
	www.cr.nps.gov /nr/travel/Chicago/c12.htm (225 words)

	Monadnock Music: News
		Monadnock Music’s mission includes a commitment to bringing exceptional quality of music to the towns and villages of the Monadnock region and to create and nurture a community of music lovers and musicians dedicated to the joys of live music.
		Monadnock Music is a traditional “must stop” for many musicians who seek to explore and extend their artistry through performing a varied and imaginative reportoire.
		Monadnock Music’s Music Director James Bolle agrees wholeheartedly: “From the first time I met her, I knew she really identified with what Monadnock Music stands for.
	www.monadnockmusic.org /2005Files/2005News.htm (6868 words)

	Monadnock Review
		Frank Pannier, an abstract painter, has created a "portrait" of the Monadnock Building by translating the forms, colors, and textures of the building into a series of canvases.
		Pannier chose the Monadnock for its historical significance.
		The north tower, by Burnham and Root, is a load-bearing masonry structure, while the south tower, built only two years later by Holabird and Roche, is a steel-frame structure.
	homepage.mac.com /pannier/monadnock-paintings/monadnockr1.html (347 words)

	Ships of the California Naval Militia: USS Monadnock
		The old monitor USS Camanche (1864-1899) is visible beyond Monadnock's after turret.
		USS Monadnock, a 3990-ton monitor, was built over a 22-year period at Vallejo and Mare Island, California, finally commissioning in February 1896.
		Monadnock remained in the Far East to the end of her career, serving in Philippine and Chinese waters.
	www.militarymuseum.org /Monadnock.html (219 words)

	The Monadnock Building, San Francisco, office and retail space in the financial district
		He was born in San Francisco and began his career in the early 1890’s as a draftsman for a planing mill.
		Among Meyer’s most notable buildings are the Humboldt Bank and the Monadnock Building, tall buildings for their time recognized for their innovative use of large glass areas and incorporation of fire-safety designs and equipment.
		The word monadnock originally comes from the Abnacki Indian language of the Eastern United States and means "mountain that stands alone".
	www.monadnocksf.com /history.htm (1006 words)

	USN Ships--USS Monadnock (1864-1874)
		USS Monadnock, first of a two-ship class of 3295-ton twin-turret monitors, was built at the Boston Navy Yard.
		After calling at several South American ports and passing through the Strait of Magellan, she arrived at San Francisco in June 1866 and was soon thereafter decommissioned at the Mare Island Navy Yard.
		In fact, she was replaced by a completely new ship, which was also named Monadnock.
	www.history.navy.mil /photos/sh-usn/usnsh-m/monadnok.htm (542 words)

	Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea, Inc. - Monadnock - 53 W. Jackson
		The Monadnock store is located in Chicago’s historic Monadnock building located at 53 West Jackson in downtown Chicago.
		Alex Switzer is the Monadnock Barista of the Month for November and December 2006.
		Josh Scott is the Monadnock Barista of the Month for September and October 2006.
	www.intelligentsiacoffee.com /retail/monadnock (317 words)

	Monadnock Mountain Club
		Our goal is to first help or aid any fellow hiker who may find themselves in an uncomfortable or serious situation on the mountain.
		Monadnock has extreme terrain and weather conditions quite similar to what is found in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
		Monadnock offers many trails and points of interest that few are aware of.
	mysite.verizon.net /vze34nt6 (377 words)

	New Hampshire, Harley-Davidson dealer, sales, service, motorcycle sales - Monadnock Harley-Davidson
		Monadnock Harley-Davidson will be closed January 2nd and 3rd for inventory.
		Monadnock Harley-Davidson has a wide assortment of gifts and collectibles for any occasion.
		For all In-Stock motorcyles, Monadnock Harley-Davidson will waive freight and set-up charges from the sale price through the month of December.
	www.monadnockharley.com (141 words)

	The Chamber Singers of the Monadnock Chorus (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Monadnock Chorus is a group of over 100 singers.
		But with this large a group, it is difficult to perform as often or in as many places as we would like.
		The Monadnock Chorus is grateful for the 1999 Pride Award, given by the Chambers of Commerce in Jaffrey and Rindge.
	www.monadnockchorus.org /chambersingers.htm (184 words)

	Monadnock Institute - Research
		Crystal quartz point from Swanzey, NH The Monadnock Archaeological Project, supported by the Monadnock Institute and under the direction of Dr. Robert Goodby of Franklin Pierce College, has recently completed an archaeological survey and excavation at site 27CH30 in Swanzey, New Hampshire.
		An archaeological field school jointly sponsored by the Monadnock Institute and the New Hampshire Division of Historic Resources was held in July 2005 at the Native American Wantastiquet Mountain site in Hinsdale, New Hampshire.
		A crew of fifteen archaeologists including Franklin Pierce students and local school teachers worked on the edge of an undercut, eroding bank of the Connecticut River, excavating the last remnant of a large alluvial terrace that over the past century has been washed away by hurricanes and the effects of normal erosion.
	www.fpc.edu /monadnockinstitute/archaeology.html (640 words)

	Monadnock Community Hospital (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		Monadnock Community Hospital formed a Community Needs Assessment Steering Committee in June 2000 to work collaboratively in assessing the health needs of the community and developing plans to meet those needs.
		Monadnock Community Hospital continues to work collaboratively with organizations in order to assure that we are meeting the community’s needs.
		A full time MCH employee and a part time assistant will be designated to help people work with their healthcare provider in applying for these medications.
	www.monadnockhospital.org /pages/a_comben.cfm (1277 words)

	Monadnock Region, New Hampshire
		The Monadnock Region is known for its easy going lifestyle graced with beautiful country views, culture and recreation.
		Carved from the granite foothills of Mt. Monadnock, it is one of the most visually stunning golf courses you'll ever play.
		Jaffrey, with the towering Mount Monadnock summit located within its township, has a natural attraction that required no further embellishment with which to invite modern time settlers.
	www.luxuryrealestate.com /newengland-monadnock (566 words)

	Monadnock Economic Development Corporation
		Monadnock Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is a private, not-for-profit regional development organization committed to the creation of jobs and the broadening of the tax base for the Southwest corner of New Hampshire referred to as the Monadnock Region.
		In 1985, a need was identified to "centralize in one organization leadership and coordination of efforts to improve and revitalize…the health, vitality and environment of the industrial base of the Keene region…" Hence, the private, not-for-profit Keene Industrial Development Corporation (KIDC) was founded.
		Recognizing that Keene is at the economic center of the Monadnock Region, and that a vital downtown was critical to its prosperity, KIDC merged with Keene Downtown Revitalization Corporation in 1995 to form the Keene Economic Development and Revitalization Corporation.
	www.monadnock-development.org /about.html (527 words)

	The Monadnock Chorus (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Monadnock Chorus is a volunteer, non-profit organization with the purpose of performing choral works in the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire.
		The Monadnock Chorus obtains its financial support from member dues, concert ticket sales, private and corporate donations, grants from the New Hampshire Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts, the Goyette Fund, the Boote Fund, and other cultural grants and special fund-raising events.
		The Monadnock Chorus is supported in part by a grant from the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
	www.monadnockchorus.org (263 words)

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