28 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1912
Page
1
An article by John Foster Fraser argues the Panama Canal could be a weak link in U S defense and that America must build a larger navy with two fleets. He notes the canal enables rapid shuttle of warships but could be vulnerable to attack and calls for heightened naval preparations.
Fragmentary report details a planned forced march by Ruffragette forces, with talks of two marches and a route toward Albany. Surgeon's view questions feasibility after a ten mile line march on Christmas Eve. Pilgrims, mass bands, and offers of shelter emerge as Albany hosts consider their movements and propaganda strategy. Gladys Counset of Poughkeepsie engaged to Griffith Bosmer. Ban rar joins army at Poughkeepsie.
Winter leisure hours find women busy with embroidery and knitted mufflers. Patterns range from filet crochet to punchwork and scarfs, with new blends and colors offered for gifts and hobby.
Guests will play Progressive and bridge whist at the Elks Home. The program includes meals and a tour of the Scenic Temple with a 10 PM movie, dancing after midnight. The lodge received four membership applications at last night’s meeting.
Local items report on residents and events in Kittery Point and nearby communities. Mentions Marvin family in Newton Mass and Poole’smouth relations, a steamer voyage, winter repairs on fishing boats, a petition to pave York Harbor road, and a Christmas Savings Club drive. Also notes illnesses, visits, and a marriage, with church services and a cemetery event referenced.
The second services at the street church Sunday will be held at five o'clock. Nativity and other incidents in Dera will be interwoven by this program. Proceeds will support an Indian orphan work. All are invited to attend.
Dr F S Towle a physician and surgeon with practice in Portsmouth New Hampshire is noted in this segment though the text is partially garbled. The record references his office location at 350 State Street and mentions Hawes Pens in relation to the practice.
New York December 29 Geo Bonhay renowned middle distance runner has been offered a coaching post at Yale University. His city position may deter a full switch but he could remain in his current post while guiding distance runners. Bonhay, noted for world record potential, would bring strong morals and leadership to Yale athletics.
A vintage instruction piece outlines careful domestic tasks focused on laundering and ironing. It warns against mistreating fabrics, explains how to press napkins and monograms, and emphasizes keeping clothes square, dry, and without creases for a neat finish.
The text outlines detailed pressing steps for wrong side and right side ironing of aprons. It covers sequence: front before back, neck and waistbands, bib, gathered sections, hem, and folding for storage. It also mentions dampening, avoiding seam pressure, drying surfaces, and general garment care tips.
A misread notice describes an alumni dancing party hosted near the high school annex by the alumnus group. Music was provided by Wentworth and Marden under the supervision of Judge Frank Borme, with Destin Teese as a key attendee.
Information from the U S Bureau of Education shows geography teachers in normal schools often handle multiple subjects. In many schools one teacher covers geography plus five or more related fields, with combinations including history nature study drawing and even magic in some cases.
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