26 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1914
Page
1
A Connecticut state official warns against excessive reform optimism and a drift from time honored values like thrift, hard work, and personal responsibility. The piece contrasts old personal accountability with modern claims that society bears blame, and notes related social strains from unemployment, unrest, and crime.
A damaged summary notes Harry K. Thaw’s Supreme Court reading on a decision against him concerning the murder of Stanford White. Reports claim Thaw will return to New York to pursue conspary charges, seek clemency, and possibly appeal while exploring options to avoid further restraints.
Collegians beat Portsmouth College in a 34 to 4 win on Christmas afternoon. Standouts include Simpson Mulhotta McWilliam Brackett and Butler. Nonparils Crescent A C also claimed a 47 to 23 win in the same program with Timmons Harrington and Moran among top scorers. Next events noted: church music, Onward class meeting, and church social activities.
The river tug Lever L sank near Move Point after running ashore. Owner Langley of Durham plans another attempt to raise and repair the vessel, with work expected to resume next week at low tide.
Funeral services for Harry Werzow were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Ligbersnn officiating. Interment followed at Allied Hetitew cemetery in Greene and Yaad. Oscar G. Randall, infant son of Nid and Mrs. Avrshamerzow, died at home on Wilhington Street after a short illness, aged 7 years 3 months. Navy Yard Improvement Association plans a meeting at 8 o'clock this evening to hear the Saturday ball report.
Fragments report New York awakening to subfreezing temperatures with a bitter northwest wind, temperatures dropping around four degrees and strong winds. Residents faced hazardous conditions as the city deals with the cold spell.
Two machinists Morris J. Lenney and Joli B. Edwards qualified for appointment at the Navy Yard Washington after a second examination. The Navy Secretary ordered a general abolition of certain yard al aram s and expanded command, with new master-at-arms positions for ships under different crew sizes. Christmas penalties at Newport were reduced and special transit fares announced for workers commuting from government reserves. The cruiser Washington will undergo dock for sea valve repairs and painting, while two Admirals’ barges under construction are set to move forward.
Rev Percy Wartey Caswell leads Christmas Eve service at Gourt Street Christian Church with special music and congregational prayers. City attendees expected for the festive observance.
The nation east of the Rockies except Florida endures a cold wave with many new December low records. Frigid conditions are to persist through Monday, with warmer weather only in the southern states tomorrow.
A fragmented boxing note hints that heavyweight fighter Coleman aims for a Washington event. Details are unclear with several names and weights mangled, but references to Washington, Bromley, Glanager, and Boxer Sener suggest a match setup involving Coleman and rivals in the 10,000 plus pounds range.
A retired circus proprietor recounts a showman who bragged of clearing two thousand dollars per performance. He notes the audience doubted such figures, later claiming receipts reached twenty five thousand dollars, while others believed only five thousand. The tale unfolds through Colonel John Rothisen.
In an eventful week, Rosemary Junction hosted a presentation for Mr Pag and a warm reception by manager at the junction. Christmas tree at the Methodist church was well attended with a pleasant program. Congregational church held free exercises Thursday evening and Samuel Kennedy hosted friends for Christmas. People from the community included Mr and Mrs George Ireland Mrs Edward Bargett and others noting celebrations and injuries.
A cryptic fragment notes a character named Billi and Pebe Pheletmas amid a discussion of wilt and dyeing, hinting at a health or horticultural topic but with unclear context and missing details.
Metntash, the well known contractor, has recently been awarded the contract of furnishing all seats for the New Vaughan Street Theatre. The seats are of special design with rich mahogany frames and high grade leather upholstery. This contract, like the rest of Mr. Barile’s work, was given by a local dealer.
Unclaimed letters listed for the Portsmouth post office for the week ending December. Names include Mrs A Mardon, Mrs Simpson, Miss Grace Simpson, Mia Jonn, Staley, Mrs W N Sullivan, Mrs W H, Miss Kleni Walsoo, Mrs Charles Walken, Mary Ky eer, Mar. dmna Chiee, Me Har Wenney, Mr Huis, Maxoon, Jon W RandoMr, Mr Juha.
Advance sale for The Read to Happiness at Partemouth Theater opens at eight this morning at the box office. The event is a major attraction and reservations should be made early to avoid sold out seats.
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