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H. PARKHURST, physician and druggist, Danvers; was born in Windsor Co., Vt., A. D. 1823. His early life was passed upon the farm, with such experiences as are common to farmers’ boys. In addition to his common-school education, he was preparing for college at Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass., but did not enter college. In 1847, he began the study of medicine, and attended his first course at Pittsfield, Mass.; his second at Woodstock, Vt., and, in 1851, graduated at Buffalo Medical University. Prior to graduating, he practiced some two years in Otsego, Mich., and, soon after completing his studies, located in Prairieville. Here he remained till July, 1853, when he located in Danvers, his present residence. In addition to his extensive practice, he owns and operates the only drug store in the village. He was married, Jan. 1, 1854, to C. L. Skillman, a native of New Jersey. Three children have been born to them; none are now living. By his own personal exertions, he has accumulated a competency, and is the leading practitioner of the community.