1. The Town of Cornish was Incorporated: On October 3, 1765, the town of Cornish was incorporated. Located in Sullivan County, this small town is home to approximately 1,600 residents and is known for its picturesque scenery.

2. Revolutionary War Battle of Germantown: On October 3, 1777, New Hampshire soldiers fought in the Revolutionary War battle of Germantown, which took place just outside of Philadelphia. Although the battle was ultimately a British victory, it helped boost morale for American troops.

3. The University of New Hampshire was Established: On October 3, 1866, the New Hampshire College of Agriculture and the Mechanic Arts (now known as the University of New Hampshire) was established. Today, the university is a public research institution with over 15,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

4. New Hampshire's First Female Governor Was Elected: On October 3, 1984, Democrat Madeleine Kunin was elected as the first female governor of New Hampshire. Kunin held the position for three terms and went on to serve as the Deputy Secretary of Education under President Bill Clinton.

5. Pumpkin Festival Record Broken: On October 3, 2015, the town of Laconia set a new world record for the most lit jack-o'-lanterns in one place at their annual Pumpkin Festival. Over 30,000 pumpkins were carved and displayed, breaking the previous record set in Boston in 2006.