24 Dec 1928
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1928
Page
1
In a Kansas incident, deputies recovered a $29,000 bond note tied to a bank robbery attempt. Reported gunfire involved officers Ketie and a deputy, with a $70,000 bond sum noted and unclear surrounding details from the damaged OCR.
The message wishes a merry Christmas and expresses health comfort and joy. It references well wishes from Hartford Mayor and aims to inspire purpose and good memories. It reads like a holiday greeting noting community spirit and positive reflections for the season.
A somber crowd paid tribute to Councilman-Elect Brown at a morning gathering. Speakers praised his service and expressed sympathy for his family while noting his planned deferment of duties pending a smooth transition. The event honored Brown’s 1944 term prospects and wished the community strength in his absence.
The public is invited to view a new nurses home opening in Vellsmouth. The event will showcase the facilities and accommodations for staff and patients, highlighting improved care spaces and public access areas for visitors.
Reported in the Hibernians circle as spreading Christmas cheer among many older and former members. The effort touched Lavt Ibernians and others, with noticeable generosity reaching families in the community.
A chaotic New York poker game ended with ten men entering and nine remaining as suspects. Nine wounded players and bystanders sparked a deadly confrontation. Police report multiple shooters used pistols and fled as chaos erupted around 1 a.m. No exact motive or suspect list is provided.
A navy yard worker was badly hurt Saturday afternoon at the submarine building ways when a girder fell striking him. He suffered contusions and injuries to the face and jaw and was treated at the hospital.
A serious auto collision on Saturday near Anderson Square injured Mrs. Anderson visiting at Mes Kendrick Norton’s home. Norton family report she suffered injuries to head and leg. hospital notes indicate care is ongoing. Anderson, a longtime Union Rebekah Lodge secretary, is a prominent local resident hopeful for recovery.
Mey and Mrs. Ernest Tobey of Kits Gey Twat announce the engagement of their daughter Katheryn Fitzabett to Peres Winslow Borge of Bath Maine.
A damaged clipping notes a fatal fire at a store near Rye with several victims including Albert Calhoun and others. The blaze injured multiple people and caused the death of a 62 year old, with surrounding details unclear due to the damaged text.
The Sunday service drew large crowds with no standing room left and many attendees standing throughout. The church invites everyone to return next Sunday evening for a repeat performance of Miriam's Visions and wishes a Merry Christmas to all.
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