19 Dec 1901
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1901
Page
1
A testimonial letter from Rev. Morris Wechsler praises Asthmalens as an effective asthma remedy and allergy relief. The writer claims personal relief after a decade of illness and notes the product’s alleged lack of opium, morphine, or chloroform. The missive states gratitude and endorses the medicine to readers.
The article outlines congressional opposition in the House and Senate to the Frye subsidy, delaying action while lawmakers from Indiana, Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio and other western states debate the policy. It notes plans for a new Tall ships program, protests by critics, and ongoing discussions on fisheries bounty and other provisions.
The text outlines monetary shares for vessel owners and crew under a deep sea fisheries subsidy, detailing payments per grass ton per annum and crew nationality requirements. It notes a thrust by supporters toward passage and mentions political questions and Republican involvement.
In Concord the Grangers and party supporters backed Core for State Mantor and Rachel deroot for national post, with 27 percent drop in votes on the tie ballot. Rev John Thorpe at Brookline won a sixth term as chaplain. J D Roberts of Teettainford reappointed treasurer. Milford and Hey C Wostiette led five committees, including De Keene.
A blaze in South Norwalk, Connecticut, damaged a two story structure on the same street. Workers on the second floor were trapped as flames engulfed the building and burned through windows and flooring. The cause was not determined and several individuals reportedly perished or were injured as the fire spread.
In a tight roll call the measure failed by 163 to 128 as party lines held. Republicans and some Democrats supported the move while several Democrats backed the opposition, including notable figures Broussard and Stevens. The vote reflects shifting allegiances among lawmakers from Minnesota and Louisiana and a split within the Democratic caucus.
The senate today promoted several officers including Brigadier General Grave Wiverton and Major General to Brigadier General. Colonel J H Smith of the Seventh Infantry and Col Frederick Funston were named brigadiers, with Col J Bell of the Fifth Cavalry and Col William Hl Dusbec of the Thirteenth Infantry also receiving promotions.
The Daily News carries no dispatch from Weiderberg South Africa stating that the war will end in two months. Heer prisoners say hostilities will cease December 22. Boer leaders meeting on December 15 to discuss the situation has been adjourned for a week to reach a final decision.
The article reports that the new viceroy of Chile plans to employ British marines and officers to intimidate the Chinese navy, reflecting tense imperial dynamics and foreign involvement in regional power plays.
A press of contested motions and naval officials dominated proceedings as Admiral Samp and others sought to suppress or read statements. The court weighed requests to read communications while noting objections from Defendants and the Secretaries office. The hearing included arguments about admissibility and procedural timelines, with the judge planning to issue rulings on next steps.
Reports detail Ottoman, Russian, and Chinese forces in Africa and Ababa with troop deployments around Mamita and Fort Santiago. Authorities place soldiers along river fronts and lagoons while fortifications brace for possible clashes. A private launch carries a mounted gatling gun amid patrols and pinning contact along Calle Principe.
The United States battleship Kearsarge arrived in Havana today under Rear Admiral Francis J. Higginson. Governor Wood and his aide visited the ship and later returned the visit, signaling cordial naval diplomacy in Cuba.
Washington forecast shows generally fair conditions with continued cold Thursday and Friday. Variable winds noted with a cautious outlook for the region.
A note on various catarrh cures, praising Stuart Catarrh Pills for quick relief, while warning many remedies rely on ingredients like red gum and antiseptics. The ad-like passage implies rapid cure and silent ingredient secrets, detailing a long list of forms and supposed benefits.
Fragmented OCR style text recounts a naval action with Admiral and captain names, battles, and artillery. The passage references Teresa, Brookhn, Teresa and Sib, a harbor confrontation, and disputed credit for the dive cart of the battle. The garbled report mentions Meadeutly credit and Schoonpson, with uncertain dates and places.
An important meeting of the Whights at Columbus in Lied Men's Hall will discuss permanent quarters and order arrangements for the summa thigh degree and bang tet. The session will include work and a subsequent refreshments period tonight.
A Washington telgraph dispatch reports Admiral Sampson is critically ill and near death as his friends fear he may not survive. He has been bedridden for days though briefly able to walk at times, and family members have given up hope. Officials say his condition remains pitiable and is influenced by a severe illness and operations.
Italian inventor Marconi fears American Telecommunication plans could block his wireless experiment in Newfoundland. He warns a commercial signal may be transmitted despite legal steps, as lawyers review the charter with the Atlantic Cable Company.
The Marine Corps roster lists eleven vacancies across captain and first, second lieutenants. Four in captain rank, three in first lieutenant rank, and four in second lieutenant rank. Captain Foant Le Roy’s retirement will likely be filled by a first lieutenant, creating another vacancy in that grade.
Line up for tonight's game lists Co. Loof Rochester al Co. Boot facing City. Forwards Page Marta Perry De tlayes Cathit. Go forwards Frisbee Crompton Blaisdell with team names and positions read from the program.
An OCR fragment references a game or event with distorted names and places. It mentions fans and teams in incomplete form, making precise entities and outcomes unreadable.
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