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Newspaper

Portsmouth Herald

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1908

Page

5

City Council Holds Brief Meeting and Health Reports

The City Council held a brief meeting approving street openings for Thomas Finn and Shea to open Datel and Mighlind streets, authorized $75 for Great Swank fire work, and paid sewer and SPAN expenses. The City Physician reported six months ending December 1, 2003 with numerous calls and vaccinations. the Board of Health summarized infectious disease cases and quarantine issues, noting unreported cases and community reporting efforts.

Laehett Ub Alpot Counci Avi Harry 7 Pertilvston Daniel Xiree Thomas Fynn Datel Street Shea Mighlind Street A. A. Giteyer Span T Dave Umber

Kittery Letter Reflects Holiday News From Far and Near

A Kittery Maine column recounts holiday greetings and local social updates. It notes reunions, visitors, and community events with mentions of neighboring towns including Portland and New Hampshire. The piece sketches family health worries, travel plans, and preparations for seasonal gatherings, capturing a slice of coastal life.

Fragmented notes on Eliot events and local figures

A muddled OCR fragment mentions Eliot, Missouri, and local people including Annie, Reged, and Konan. It references weather, a pond, a dog, and various names, with incomplete phrases about plans, constants, and remarks from an unspecified authority. The passage lacks coherent events or dates.

Funeral Of Baby Odiohne In Washington State

The funeral service for Baby Odiohne was held in Custer, Washington, with family and friends gathered in the afternoon. Reverend J. Walton offered words of comfort and led prayers as attendees mourn the infant.

Baby Odiohne Janes Custer Wwalten Sait Washates Minti Randy Ebovey

Tragic death at Peres Festation. veteran rider Wilson dies

Everett Mass. reports a suicide during a relay event as elderly rider Wilson collapses mid race. He endured pale agony before the fatal act and was later identified from belongings including a ring and keys. Wilson, longtime representative for Sawtelle district, resigned days earlier amid unclear reasons.

Wilson Portsmund Elyit “Wit Ww Masgachu‘arts Regiment New Ogland Jie Fra Ar Vile Sodwes and Company Lek Bua

Who Will Head The Fire Department

Readable fragments discuss candidates for fire chief including Joseph Ay Akai and iY Weeds with mentions of Harned, Julia Wy NoWell, Major 8, and others. The piece notes debate over leadership and possible continuance by the current chief, with city officials and department members weighing options and records.

My Department Joseph Juha Hf Harned Dale Tunnel Julia Wy NoWell Don Aruion Hines Ander Sygttingtun Deparhmene Gener Rath Aberin Hiner Sea Uke

Major Leonard May Be Mourned In Yard Ceremony

Fragmented OCR notes recount Major Leonard May and Major Jarry Leonard at a nave yard ceremony. The garbled text mentions Kolin relief, Washington, and references to military routine, Perkin, Velived, and five Shiggautiun, with unclear roles and dates.

Jarry Leonard Charice Ag Tie Kolin Cary Cr Washington Mwaiber Mrese

Portrait Commission For Nellie Mathes Horan

Local report notes Nellie Mathes Horan of the city will complete a portrait assignment. The article records Mrs Horan’s plans to model and complete the work by a specified deadline, with community interest described.

Nellie Mathes

The Inca Condemned Millet Dried Wooded Word

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Lawley and Sets al Gorton and a school setting in Wey, with unclear terms. The readable items imply a condemnation or ruling connected to a person or entity named The Inca, but details and context are too garbled to confirm.

Fragmented OCR Note From Ancient Newspaper

Fragmented text references a female figure once used by militia in San Musetts, now unavailable. Mentions Rangers who recently arrived at Busten from an explosion in Won. In mid-Pagne details appear unclear with disruptions to travel and stationed units.

Pavidl San Musetts Thackteer Rangers Busten Erplse mid-Pagne

Card of Thanks from the Loone Family

The Loone family express deep gratitude for the many kind favors and expressions of sympathy during their time of bereavement. They appreciate cards visits and support from friends at Dover New Woodle and other places, and extend thanks to all who offered help and comfort.

Dover Voss Newwodle Kista

Cottage Hospital Elect of Ficess

Trustees of Cottage Hospital elect officers as school vacation begins for children. November activities and holiday timing noted with local officials named.

Cottage Hospital

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