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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary notice describes an established publication founded 1884, issued every evening including Sundays and holidays, annual price £190 paid in advance, monthly cenis a month, delivery by hand across pages, advertising rates to be announced and available on application.
A Providence Rhode Island estimate by Mr White shows Maine New Hampshire and New York as major apple and pear producers. The article notes a strong regional focus with New York City Portland Me and Boston as key markets and cites large barrel counts and shipments across states.
Apple growers in the United States face stable demand with the 791,542 trees contributing to steady output. Industry officials expect continued sales through existing channels and markets, despite regional challenges.
The article notes two candidates for state presidency of the Fowlers and mentions other local items: the An elgut Order of dtibernians event in Keene on September 1 with 10 AM start, a Rochester Record purchase by Howey, Dow's garden specimens and a broad array of minor local interests. It also references a court action, a political turn at the Democrat party floor, and a property dispute over Wheelock’s assessment, highlighting civic and social notes from the era.
The text critiques legal privilege waivers and highlights the wife’s protection under marital law, then shifts to a critique of bank guarantees and financial reliability. It juxtaposes political tensions, party stances, and the press’s stance on criminal and financial accountability, with references to trials, insurers, and public figures.
Colonel John Pender spoke for the Wortsmouth board at a Mane eliegter conference under the New leignipartties Tay wWeerng. The meeting focused on increased express rates and state Y's committee involvement. Attorneys and officials referenced Faguart and other figures amid uncertain details.
A unclear report describes a traffic or transit proposal impacting Raseau pil Matne railroad routes. Details mention a vlan to the yyfiiter eleve rahe avenies with W i berry on Ol aspects.
A meeting of the Republican City Committee at the courthouse covered preparations for the state convention in September. Attendees discussed candidates and platform items with emphasis on the general election and fall campaign plans, with the state chair appointing the meeting at a request shared across city and town committees.
A historical notice discusses a stage production titled American Girl and the actors, noting the strong, healthy nerves of the lead, the dramatic intensity, and the potential for emotional depth. It mentions Beleaguered performances, the cast, and upcoming engagements in Portsmouth as the show tours the region.
A damaged fragment recalls a 1866 event linked to Farragut era figures. The writer from Mennoers is discussed as aging around sixty years, with publication at Hine and memorial mentions. Committee assignments and public reception are noted amid faded references to historical appointments.
An 1860s-era account recalls a ceremonial visit with President Johnson and officials Seward and Welles. Admiral Farragut drew the clearest smiles during the presentation, as dignitaries and travelers mingled at the platform amid cheers and a lively crowd.
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