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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1908
Page
4
Fragmentary listing from The Portsmouth Herald notes an August 26 moon phase and an upcoming fast quarter on September, with scattered words like Blinn and Wel. plus a September 28th timing. The text is garbled, offering only partial event references and no clear outcomes.
Weather worsens as rain delays Farragut tablet unveiling at the Portsmouth navy yard. Visionaries had hoped for a reveal today but inclement conditions persist with temperatures near twenty degrees.
A jumble of garbled city briefs mentions Farragut memory reminders, shoe repairs, a public event at Campy Amore, and various crime and health notices. It notes marathon watchers in the city, a Newport games reference, a large dance at Champernowne hotel in Kittery Point, and local disruptions. The text is fragmented with many unreadable names and dates, but hints at municipal activity and social gatherings.
Fragmented OCR text hints at a business event beginning October 1 involving Navinant Mhariaies and Tastlers Tam amid unclear context. Names and details are partially garbled, making exact entities and stakes hard to confirm.
A fragmented notice announces an art lovers event at Muse featuring a pale star and a date in midweek. The text references Wednesday and Thursday evenings with unclear titles and sponsors, mentioning The Bunchbirk and other elements.
Diphtheria cases fall under a local fumigation program from July to August. Master Ralph Green and Melparents address in the city are noted in the report. Data shows sixty plus cases during the period with forty-one cases in July and August totaling 103 rooms fumigated. Nine July cases and seven August cases are recorded.
Sagamore Engine Company members announce an outing at Rand's Grove Mennen with a day of athletic events and social activities. Organizers promise a lively programme, with contests and entertainment for all attendees amid a festive, communal atmosphere.
Police report a burglary at a local depot where intruders reportedly obtained a substantial meal before fleeing. Investigators seek leads as the incident is being reviewed for motive and possible connections to prior break ins.
Morning thieves entered through a broken window and helped themselves to food and cigars. A guest may have been present though unclear, speeches were poor, and nothing else was taken. The incident suggests familiarity with the residence. The wardens decided to pursue the matter.
A Rye North Beach gathering attended by several noted Portsmouth women enjoyed an afternoon and evening of dining and dancing. The event, held at a cottage on the coast, included festive entertainment and social tours as guests arrived and mingled.
Infant son of Mr and Mrs Wyindser of Appledore colony in Newington died at six months old. He lived a short life and was laid to rest this morning at home. the family notes his brief time with them and memory remains.
A jumble of names and brief mentions shows residents visiting relatives, city acquaintances, and professionals. Notes include Jovian Newton and the Weirs on an outing, John Lee visiting Providence Street, Marlon Howard Brasier in town, Edward Kimball with his wife visiting relatives, and various municipal figures involved in associations and local business.
A yard cleaner woke a sleeping man in a Boston and Milne passenger car who wore a walking arsenal and pins on his side. The intruder fled before police could question him. The man appeared intoxicated or unable to speak English.
A chaotic fight broke out aboard the Eldery ferry during the evening voyage to Niners. About thirty to forty sailors and Marines clashed, with several Marines badly hurt as the altercation spilled onto the island. The boat crew could not control the melee and left the injured on shore as authorities investigated.
Government work at Wood Island Life Saving Station progresses on a 259 foot launchway project at Dover Point. Dover City government schedules annual outing and clambake amid municipal notices. A baseball game and aldermanic event are mentioned among local activities and civil staff gatherings.
Fragmented text references rain, damaged equipment, and farmers preparing supplies for winter. Mentions hampton and tides of unsettled conditions, with notes on unusual weather impact and ongoing effort to source fodder and feed for livestock amid a tough season.
A 1907 comic strip entry by George McManus presents The Newlyweds and their baby. Copyright notices attribute the work to Press Publishing Company, documenting early 20th century syndicated humor material.
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