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Portsmouth Herald

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1941

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War and Peace Dilemma In Pacific Conflict Discussed

The piece notes a joint military action possibility discussed by President Roosevelt and Prime Minister Churchill as a response to Japanese expansion. It argues Japan faces a tough choice amid American and British sanctions, with war risk rising if European dynamics shift and the Red Army weakens.

DeWitt MacKengle Aranse Japan Roosevelt Churchill Uikely Far East Uch Sam Johm Bull Nippon Tokyo America Britain Orient Pacific Atlantic United States Europe Near Middle East

Potter arraigned for DUI fined. 30 day sentence suspended

George M. Potter, a Portland man, was arraigned in Seabrook municipal court on a DUI charge. He was fined 100 dollars with 4.70 in costs and a 30 day sentence suspended on payment of the fine. He awaits payment in Portsmouth jail.

Portsmouth George M. Potter Portland Seabrook Tiguor

U S and Britain Rush Plans To Send Aid To Russia

Washington reports the United States and Great Britain move quickly to supply the Soviet Union with lend-lease aid to bolster the Red Army. Beaveroom and Hopkins coordinate with Marshall and others as Stalin signals readiness for a three power Moscow conference to maximize urgent wartime deliveries.

U.S Britain Rush Russia Joseph Stalin Soviet of Peoples, Commissars Ussr Moscow Red Army Stalin United States Lord Beaverbrook Harry Hopkins W. Averell Harriman Roosevelt Churchill Roosevelt-Churchill Propesel

Newfields Votes 1500 for Epping Road Bridge

At a 10 minute meeting in the team hall, 27 Newfields residents unanimously voted to borrow 1500 dollars to rebuild the bridge over Fresh River on the Newfields Epping road. Work will be done by the state with as much local labor as possible. Perley Bean served as moderator.

Newfields Fresh River Newfields-Epping Perley Bean

Entertains Playmates On Fifth Birthday

Beverly Ann Fritz celebrated her fifth birthday at 46 Willow Jane, with a group of playmates invited by Mr and Mrs Kenneth Fritz. Guests enjoyed refreshments after games, a pink themed cake centerpiece, balloons, and gifts for the hostess during Thursday afternoon celebration.

Beverly Ann Fritz Kenneth Fritz Willow Jane

Fisherman Rescued After Night Adrift Off Gloucester

Gloucester fisherman Frank Canniles, reported missing, was picked up by a Coast Guard report. Canniles was towed into Gloucester yesterday by a fishing schooner after being adrift overnight due to engine trouble. He reached Portsmouth Wednesday morning.

Frank Canniles Gloucester Fisheeman Coast Guard Canniles Gloucester Portsmouth

Speed Limit Enforced In Dover City Limits

Dover police chief Andrew McDanle announced this morning that any violator of the 25 mile per hour limit within city limits will be prosecuted. The new law took effect today.

Andrew McDanle Dover Anyom

Stalled At Curb Because Of Curb Concord Gas Shortage

Concord dispatch reports Police affected by gas curb as residents call in a suspicious car parked since early morning. A patrol cruiser found the vehicle by the road registered to Patrolman Walter Carlson who said he ran out of gas and all stations were closed.

Concord Walter Carlson Cai

Seven Injured In Wells Beach Road Crash

Seven persons were injured last night when two cars collided at the Wells Beach road and US Highway 1 intersection. Allen J. Bellitch, 28, of Haverhill, drove toward Ogunquit. Ellwell, 17, Wells, did not stop. Both cars left the road. Bellitch’s vehicle veered one side and Ellwell’s the other. Occupants in the Bellitch car included Bellitch, Mr and Mrs Allen J. Bellitch of Pawtucket, Mrs Doris Schofield and her two children Ruth 7 and Jeff 5, and Mrs Doris Rummer of Pawtucket.

Wells Beach Road Allen J. Bellitch Haverhill Beach Road Ogunquit Dames Ellwell Wells Bellitch Young Bellitch Pawtucket Doris Schofield Ruth Jeff Doris Rummer

Navy Decision On Seizure Of Shipyard

A decision on government takeover of Federal Shipbuilding and Drydock’s Kearny New Jersey yard remained pending amid a 10 day strike holding $493 million in vessel construction. CIO secretary James B Carey urged a joint management union conference to avoid missteps, while Korndorff offered to hand the yard to the government rather than accept a closed shop contract. The Detroit Briggs plant dispute also ended after management and CIO UAW talks, rehiring three stewards and restoring some auto parts production.

Navy Kearny, N. J Federal Shipbuilding and Drydock Company L. H. Korndorff United States Steel Company James B. Carey CIO Carey Korndorff Defense Mediation Board CIO Industrial Union of Marine and Shipbuilding Workers Knox Mediation Board Detroit Briggs Manufacturing Company United Automobile Workers

Roosevelt Churchill sea meeting pictured at Colonial theater

Exclusive Paramount news film showing today at the Colonial theater portrays the momentous Roosevelt Churchill meeting at sea. Showtimes are 2 4 10, 6 20 and 8 30 pm.

Paramount News

Weekend Army Camp On Pierce Island Draws 100 Troops

100 soldiers from Fort Devers Manchester air base and Fort Rodman spent a weekend at Pierce Island. Major Charles F. Watson notes numbers may grow next weekend as tents go up. Soldiers toured Portsmouth submarine base and planned beach excursions while guarding secrecy about tonight’s plans.

Pierce Island Fort Devers Manchester Fort Rodman Charles F. Watson Langdon Vew Hall Navy Yard Portsmouth United States Alumni Field Watson

Youth Arraigned In Auto Theft In New Hampshire

Emile Le May, 17, Methuen youth, faced arraignment in Epping on auto theft charges linked to an August 6 getaway. Judge George A. Gilmore presided as legal restrictions shield juvenile court decisions, while Le May's companion Fred Charest, 21, died when the stolen car crashed fleeing a state trooper in Portsmouth.

New ‘Hampshire Emile Lemay Methuen Epping George A. Gilmore New Hampshire Lemay Wilfred Charest Harry Young Kearsarge Street Portsmouth Clifton W. Hildreth Durham

Blackie the Cocker Spaniel Returns Home at Noon

Seven hungry puppies seek their mother Blackie of Mrs J C Ross at 434 Middle Street. The puppies called the Herald asking readers to help locate Mamma. They reported Blackie had gone on a trip but came home by noon today.

Blackie J.C. Ross Middle Street the Herald Black~ie

Reds Fight And Retreat In Ukraine

The Red army conducts a comparatively orderly withdrawal to the east bank of the Dnieper as German invasion of Russia reaches eight weeks. London reports cheerful prospects while Soviet and German communiques stay vague amid fierce, ongoing battles on all fronts. German forces face heavy resistance west of Kiev and in Smolensk, with signs of digging in rather than rapid pushes.

Associated Press Red Army Ukraine Dniepes Russia London Adolf Hitler Kiev Smolensk

Gas Rationing Puzzles Filling Station Operators in Portsmouth

Portsmouth motorists face new 10 percent gasoline cuts under the OPACE decree with no personal ration cards issued. Stations must distribute fuel proportionately through each day and month, provoking varied responses from operators who consider Sunday closings, end-of-month dribbling, or favoring regular customers. Local dealers report mixed sentiment as motorists blame shortages on shipments abroad while some see savings potential if customers slow their driving.

Portsmouth OPACE Office of Price Administration and Civilian Supply Seaboard Canada Japan

Flowers Compete With Vegetables At York Club Show

Flowers and vegetables dominated the August show at York with exhibits from Old York and Piscataqua Garden clubs inside York Town Hall. Herb, plant, and conservation displays accompanied an array of colorful blooms, gladioli and fruit arrangements, with special awards for the hero herb and the Maine Gladiolus Society display.

York Club Old York Piscataqua Alexander B. Le~gare Eleanor Lord Henry Williams Catherine Poe Harold ©. Mathews Mary Mathews Andrew Murray Williams Piscataqua Garden Club Hope Williams Maine Gladiolus Society 3. Hollingsworth Siter Philadelphia Helen Cadwalder Barbara Caglatt Rye Waldo Lord Natick Daintiest John G. M. Stone M. Murphy Joe. Warren Gerrity Clara Cram The Riverside Garden Club

William E Furber Elected President of Local 81 Painters

William E Furber of 3009 Maple Wood Avenue has been elected president of Local 81 Painters Decorators and Paperhangers of America. Other officers named include John F Akerman as vice president Raymond Ruger as recording secretary Eben Moore as financial secretary treasurer Ebon Moore as business agent Fred G Hood conductor Herbert Ernest Ward warden and trustees Ernest O Searles William E Parker and Fred G Hood.

World Awaits More Disclosures Of War Program

Reporters hold in suspense as Roosevelt and Churchill’s North Atlantic conferences raise questions on final destruction of Nazi tyranny and potential postwar plans. A press conference in Washington was anticipated but not guaranteed, with officials wary of tipping off Axis.

Washington United States Great Britain Roosevelt Churchill Soviet Russia Britain Lore Beaverbrook George C. Marshall Staf War Department Beaver William S. Knudsen Office’ of Production Management North Atlantic Far East Russia

Not Guilty On Assault Charge in Municipal Court

Roland J. Miner was found not guilty of assault on Cecelia S. Callear in municipal court this morning after a case continued to today. Walter L. Cutler of Plaistow had his case placed on file upon paying $682 in costs for operating without a sticker. John J. O'Conner of Portsmouth was fined $100 plus $11.08 costs and given 60 days in the House of Correction, suspended on payment of the fine and costs for driving under the influence. Judge Jeremy R. Waldron presided.

Roland J. Miner Cecelia S. Callear Walter L. Cutler Plaistow John J. O'Conner Portsmouth House of Correction Jeremy R. Waldron

Civil Service Office Opens Here Monday

The Civil Service board will open an office on the second floor of the post office building Monday to assist those seeking Civil Service positions. David P. Hartnett Jr., secretary, is on temporary duty due to the national defense emergency. The office will be open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a noon break from 12 to 12:30.

Civil Service Board Civil Service David P. Hartnett, Jr Hartell Offic

Al Clough Leaves York Hospital After Heart Incident

Al bin Clough, nicknamed "Number L Woman-hater" and "The Hermit," insisted on leaving York hospital Thursday afternoon after a heart attack. He dressed against doctors orders and, aided by a neighbor, returned to his Cape Neddick cabin.

Albion Clough York Hospital Clough Cape Neddick

Battle of Portsmouth Sailors Clash in Free French Soccer

British and Free French sailors clash tomorrow at a high school field in Portsmouth for the Foreign championship. Kiwanis funds the ball, Elks host players, and Bunies for Britain covers an informal lunch. Jack Murray of Scotland referees after officiating at Dartmouth and UNH.

Roosevelt Winston Churchill Portsmouth Royal Navy Free French Navy Elks Bundies For Britain Jack Murray Scotland Murray Dartmouth University of New Hampshire Hag Re

Instalment clampdown sparks public outrage in New York

Neal O Hara questions 1943 payment rules and Feb 28 deadline, arguing Americans long paid cash for small items and rail tickets. He jokes about engagement rings and laments government pressure to pay as you go under F D R. He urges quicker relief for the nation.

New York

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