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Newspaper

Portsmouth Herald

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1938

Page

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Neutrality act examined by Senator Nye in Washington

News Behind The News outlines Senator Nye from North Dakota explaining the neutrality act. He argues it prevents American profits from war and avoids entanglement, detailing provisions on arms exports loans, and cash and carry rules to limit involvement in wars abroad. The piece references Page and Morgan interests and notes continuation on page four.

Washington Impres or + ag Wilsor Ambassador Page Eee Germany Page

Weather Forecast Fragment for December 28

Fragmentary weather notice reports fair skies early with light winds. Increasing cloudiness expected Tuesday with rising temperatures. moon and sun times noted with minor timing details.

Fires Drive 125 From Inferno in 20 Below Weather

In Pails Minnesota a blaze destroyed three frame buildings housing the Valhalla Tavern and the Victoria and Svea Hotels, forcing about 125 people to flee in single digits below zero. Fire Chief J P Fruinzen put losses at sixty thousand dollars as guests escaped in nightclothes during the rapid fire spread.

Nick Kochino Valhalls J.P. Fruinzen Joss

Arctic Cold Wave Grips Nation Across Regions

A severe Arctic cold wave sweeps from the Rockies to the Atlantic and the South as northwest winds push temperatures below zero in many states. Subzero readings persist in Minnesota and the Dakotas with several deaths linked to exposure and icy highways. Local travel restrictions and canceled deliveries mark the harsh spell, while forecasts warn of no quick relief.

Rockies Atlantic Seaboard Wyoming Colorado Montana Iowa Minesota Wisconsin Indiana Illinois Minnesota Ilinois Principel Dakotas Michigan Pennsylvania New England California Ohio Warrod Minn Devils Lake N. D Craig Golo Cutbank Mont Moore Head Duluth

Ballot Law Board rules Cotton winner in Strafford sheriff race

Concord December 28 The Ballot Law Commission ruled Clyde R. Cotton of Rochester Republican was elected sheriff of Strafford county on November 8. Initial returns favored Democrat Stephen W. Scruton of Dover by 31 votes but a recount and ballot inspection gave Cotton the victory by 16 votes. Scruton appealed and the commission reached its decision last night.

Goncord State Ballot Law Commission Clyde R. Cotton Rochester Strafford Stephen W. Scruton Dover Cotter Secretary of State Scruton Ballot Law Commission

Air Shares Lead Rally In Market

National defense plans captured Wall Street interest as aircraft shares led a mild rally in New York trading. After an early dip, shares recovered to gain fractions to a point near the third hour with increased activity. Bendix Electric Boat Neeing Consolidated Aircraft Bethlehem and Dauglas led the advance.

New York Wall Street Bendix Electric Boat Neeing Consolidated Aircraft Bethlehem Dauglas

Oldest Resident Of Newfields Dies At 98

Elizabeth Wilkingon, oldest resident of Newfields, dies at 98 on Christmas Day. A longtime Stratham resident, she was born in Newburyport to Ezekiel and Hannah Gowen, daughter of the Colby line, and preserved local ties throughout a long life.

Newfields Elizabeth Wilkingon Newfelds Stratham Ezekiel and Hannah (Colby) Gowen Newburyport

Insurgent Drive Into Catalonia Expands Across Front

Reports from the Franco regime and insurgent press describe a continuing offensive into Catalonia along the Tremp to Ribarroja corridor. Gains include over 1,000 square kilometers, at least 16 towns, and 7,000 prisoners, with Granadellas reported surrounded and Lerida southeast of the city as a new focal point. Government militiamen strengthen lines to cover retreats as Artesd becomes a key northern target.

Heridaye France Catalonia Trante Lerida Granadellas Tarragona Iran Tremp Artesd

Accident Victim Shows Signs of Recovery

Mrs. Helens Bredeau of 865 Keat gorge Street mother of two was told she has a better than even chance to recover today from injuries suffered Friday afternoon when struck walking along Cults street by a car driven by William Penergast of 108 Porpoise Way. She has regained consciousness at Portsmouth Hospital where she is treated for a fractured claw and possible brain concussion.

Helens Bredeau Keat Gorge Street Cults Street William Penergast Porpoise Way

Miss Estelle Peavey Joins Stoneleigh Faculty

Miss Estelle Peavey of Exeter has been appointed to the faculty of Stone Leigh College at Rye Beach to teach French and American Statesmanship. She is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire.

Estelle Peavey Exeter Stone« Leigh College Rye Beach The University of New Hampshire

Breaks Ankle At Navy Yard Incident

A York worker named Boardman suffered a broken ankle last week while on duty at the Navy Yard. The report notes the injury amid other industrial references and mentions a government estimate on fermented fruit juice production, though details are unclear.

Navy Yard Axl Boardman York

Believe Brown Likely Named U S Comptroller General

Washington reports Senator Fred H Brown of New Hampshire has been offered the post of comptroller general of the United States. President Roosevelt is expected to send Brown’s name to the Senate for confirmation early next month. The $10,000 yearly post has been vacant since John R McCarl’s 15 year term expired after clashes with Roosevelt policy.

Washington United’ States Fred H. Brown New Hamp Shire United States Roosevelt New Hampshire Brown Senate John ‘R. McCarl McCarl

Multiple World News Dispatches From North America and Europe

A collection of brief notices reports scattered across cities. Edmontons weather reading, Peloponnesian tremors and Kuniane damage, a missing 11 year old girl in Norristown, Mount Washington wind and cold, a laborer found dead near Boston, and notable deaths in Chicago Oslo Monterey Treviso Cleveland Concord Boston Philadelphia. The items reflect a busy December 28 across AP wires.

Norristown Marjorie Glisson Alfred Concord Mount Washington Weather Bureau

Hurley Seeks Supreme Court Review In Long Case

Laconia December 28 Judge Oscar Young ruled against a bill of exceptions filed by Attorney Hurley in the Howard Long case. Hurley and Kelter plan to petition Gov. Murphy and Council for a stay of execution and take the matter to the state Supreme Court.

Laconia Oscar Young Superior Court Jon Hlurley Manchester Howard ‘Long Alton Mark Neville Jengen Hurley Soan Oy Long Hariey Kelter Long Gov. Murphy Council State Supreme Court

Fire Damages House On Swett Avenue

Fire damages the home of Joan Kinder on Swett Avenue while the occupant is away. Miss Susan Wood spots the blaze and alarm brings Engine 1. Firemen lay 1050 feet of hose to a Middle Road hydrant, saving the building from total destruction. Building owned by Tony Gresuk with about $100 damage.

Joan Kinder Svett Avenue Susan Wood Middle Road Fey Tony Gresuk

N H Truck Drivers To Vote On Strike In New Hampshire

Four hundred truck drivers employed by 24 lines in New Hampshire will vote tomorrow on a proposed strike to press for higher wages and two weeks of paid vacation. Belle Plaisance of the Manchester local of the AFL Teamsters said the vote covers the entire state as owners refuse to sign a new contract. Wages sought range from 62 1/2 to 82 cents an hour versus the current 45 to 60 1/2 cents. An owners’ spokesman criticized out of state involvement on the union committee but said they would negotiate with New Hampshire men.

Manchester Det Torimsrow Belle Plaisance International Brotterhood of Teamsters AFL New Hampshire

Red Shield Club Names Officers

The Red Shield Men's Clues held a regular meeting Monday evening and elected officers for the year. Edward Toothaier was named president with Ernest Berry as vice president and Thomas Bene thet as secretary treasurer. Harold Pendleton and Leroy Dusiton were designated as secretary treasurer and chaplain respectively. Toothaker thanked members for re electing him and urged officers to work toward club goals.

Red Shield Men's Clues Edward Toothaier Ernest Berry Thomas Benethet Asaf Harold Pendleton Leroy Dusiton Toothaker Anslat

Governor may issue clemency statement on Bartolini case

Boston AP report says Governor Hurley may release a statement Friday on the clemency plea of Oscar Bartolini, Quincy odd jobs man scheduled for disman tment for the murder of Mrs Grace Asquith. The office indicated the statement could be ready for the next executive council session. Hurley had no comment or petition bearing 30000 signatures seeking commutation of Bartolini's life sentence.

Boston Hurley Oscar Bartalini Quincy Grace Asquith Executive Council Hurfey Bartolini

Seek To Rescue Miners Trapped In Ontario Gold Mine

Rescue crews worked to release four miners trapped by a blast at the Lake Shore Gold Mine in Kirkland Lake Ontario. The men were believed alive behind debris from three collapsed stopes between the 2400 and 2700 foot levels. Several workers suffered shock and required medical treatment.

Ontario Kirkland Lake Lake Shore North Bay

Rescue success for widow, daughter and dog in Lawrence

Police, firemen and gas company crews saved widow Helen Buckiey, 42, her 10-year-old daughter Anne Blizabath, and their dog after a salesman detected illuminating gas. Neighbors forced entry, gas flowed from four sets. inhalators used for two hours revived mother and child, dog recovered swiftly.

Lawrence Helen Buckiey Anne Blizabath

Piscataqua Club To Elect Officers At Annual Meeting

The Piscataqua Rifle and Revolver Club will hold its annual meeting on Saturday January 7 at The Loft. A dinner will precede the meeting and officers will be elected during the session.

Piscataqua Club Piscataqua Rifle and Revolver Club

Fifteen ToJoin Booma Post Fifteen New Members Joined

Fifteen new members will be taken into the Frank BE Booma Unit No 6 at a special meeting Thursday evening. After the business meeting a chartmag party will be enjoyed by all.

Frank BE. Booma No 6

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