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Newspaper

Portsmouth Herald

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1908

Page

5

Narrow escape from drowning at York Harbor

Miss Allen of East Orange New Jersey, summer resident at York Harbor, narrowly escaped drowning in high surf Friday noon. John Forney, son of Belgian General Fores U.M.C., from the rescue party, exhausted during the effort. Several young men risked their lives, with help from others, to reach Miss Allen and Forney, who were pulled to shore after clinging to rocks and fighting waves.

Miss Allen Allen East Orange N. J York Marhor John Forney Duges Fores Arawnell Ihnselt John Parnes Maeson Gord Mins Allen i

Railroad Notes Return of Wehanl Pray from Reward Train

Wehanl Pray of the reward base force has returned from a train to Lee. Joseph Varnes, brakeman on the,

Wehanl Lee Joseph Varnes

York Harbor and Weath freight yard changes noted

The York harbor and freight yard see staff shifts as N Marshall Putman resigns the yard clerk position and Pil C Grover is appointed. Richard Lurvey moves to day duty as conductor of wharf shifter, with Hart Flynn earning honors in Boston meets. Dean's Regulats advertises a laxative cure at 25 cents.

York ‘Harbor Germany Lori Land Loitay Charles Gildings Dover Byfield Clark Marshall Putman Pil C. Grover Richard Lurvey

Draperies and children's dresses sale at reduced prices

A reduced sale notice lists draperies and children's dresses with historic price drops. It notes initial price points and new lower amounts, including bedding items and new stock arrivals such as pillow selections. The fragment mentions millinery and pillow items with marked discounts and a new lot arriving.

Carpet Dept Offers Oak Plank Linoleum at Bargain Prices

GARPET DEPT lists Oak Plank Linoleum at 5 cents and 1.00 dollars per square yard, 30 by 60 inch Jute Rugs available. Large assortment to select from at 1.00 each.

New Hampshire Political Turmoil Shifts in Republican Ranks

In a week of factional clashes Governor Maud denies reappointing Railroad Commissioner Palins while Floyd rebuts Pillsbury’s alleged deal. Pillsbury’s camp claims dismissal of Putney is planned, with a campaign move toward replacement. The political scene twists as Caj Quibly is seen as a subsfactory option versus Pillsbury or Speaker Its.

Ney Shpp Ragecrans Maud Palins Floyd Pillsbury Dadiey Wade Thad Tim Plabney Putney Ate Rutey Camnell Cat. Qquieby

New Company to Feature Big Coal Pockets in City Deal

A curdled text outlines a planned venture with large coal pockets and renewed interests in a local area. The report touches on workforce impacts, lease renewals, and anticipated changes to wages and operations under a reorganized company structure.

Barcsmall Vsebb Hits Lec

Boxing At Dover Promises Notable Bout Revival

At Dover on Wednesday September 2 promoter Caley restages boxing season opener featuring Tartley Gennally of Portland Maine lightweight champion against Jack Kulowa triad champion who heads a card with several local fighters including Nenad Sahony Carrol. One decision reported as jury favored Mokinnon.

Dover Wednesdaven Dirk Caley Tartley Gennally Portland Maine Jack Kulowa Ragland Kileen Nenad Sahony Carrol

First Frost Impacts Exeter and Nearby Areas

Early frost damaged squash vines and potato tops in Exeter and nearby towns with scattered losses noted. Reports from Nesfield and Newington show similar conditions as cold settled. temperatures ranged from around 40 to 70 degrees with sunny skies forecast for the morrow.

Exeter Philiot Neschields Newhigton Greenland Unys Sven

Weight and glory claim three days of win for Portsmouth

Fragmented text hints at Portsmouth sports triumphs across three days with mentions of McKinnon Connolly and reactions from fans and officials. Ambiguity remains, but local interest centers on Portsmouth teams and forthcoming matches or standings.

Golmy McKinnon Connolly Lestew Hangstitre Clekels Portsmouth

Stones Thrown At Train During Incident Near Junction

Reported at 6.57 on a Perday evening, stones were thrown at a train between a station and Rockingham Junction. No major damage beyond broken car window glass. several passengers were briefly affected. Authorities say a gang of trespassers or tramp workers may be involved, with suspects kept near the site.

Bustom Tor Bastan TarRe Fly Las

Weston Walking Club Linked to Local Railroad Team

A Weston walking group operating near Greenland and Doser Pott has emerged in inquiry records. The Weston Walking Club reportedly has a small membership including Roveral Vu Lew, with members active in early morning strolls around town.

Severna Greenland Doser Pott Fae Weston Walldog Gant Roveral Vu Lew

Notice warns of fake ad schemes by strangers

The Chroncle Herald cautions readers about fraudulent advertising schemes from strangers. It urges vigilance and says the paper does not approve or show affiliation with such approaches. Readers are advised to avoid these contacts and report suspicious offers to prevent scams.

Chronicle Herald Faye Chronch

Trial of Battleship New Hampshire Set for May 12

The final test of the battleship New Hampshire will occur on May 12 off the Monomoy or Moose island coast.

Wollanpshire Say Mooxlind

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York Harbor Hart Flynn Anw Boston Way Point of Pines Howton Massachhsetts Dean Otte Tae Lace Close Met Musling Lae T-De Prin Garpet Dept Axminster Smyrna Brussels New Hampshire Strenuons Rosecrans W. Pillsbusy Col. Quinby Portsmouth Coal Company A.W Walker Rockingham County Light and Power Margeson Bros Vaughan Street Newfields A Weston Walking Club LOGAL Witter C.E. Walker & CO
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