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Newspaper

Portsmouth Herald

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1908

Page

6

Governor Guild Calls for Aid for Italy Earthquake Suffering

Governor Guild convenes a large committee at the State House to coordinate relief for southern Italy after a catastrophic earthquake and tidal wave. Merchants and Boston Chamber of Commerce leaders are named as volunteers to assist. President Roosevelt sends a sympathetic cable urging global aid and mentions the Red Cross will coordinate with the Italian government and U.S. donors.

Gitizens State House Red Cross Society Roosevelt Italy Slegmirieront Vernor Gril Aety Tiligat Nitionil Gardiner M Lane Roosevelt Condales Washington Roosevelt Tas Vietne United Sites Taly Mos Wiest Geauptias Antevioan National Red Cross Iaawert Dee Calebrian Senate Messina Hauke Cansbiue Welieted

Police Officer Saves President's Daughter From Dangerous Car Incident

An alert policeman rescued the president's daughter from injury after a car veered toward a team of horses near a theater. He sprang forward, grasped the horse reins, and guided them away, saving her and receiving thanks from onlookers.

Hensevelt Ff Politenon Beldle Longworth

Yaqui War Ends as Chiefs Sign Treaty in Sonora

The Yaqui conflict in Mexico nears resolution as three Indian chiefs and the Sonora governor sign a peace treaty. President-elect Taft viewed to form a new cabinet and postmaster general, signaling active involvement in forthcoming administration. A separate crime note reports County Treasurer Robbery in Woonsack with two masked men taking $5007 and escaping.

Sonora Pearce Nogales Mexico

Jury finds King guilty in broadside trial

Boston jury returns verdict of guilty on most charges against King and co defendants in a high profile case. The trial spanned two days and included disputed bail motions led by Adee Schofield. Jurors found guilt on several counts while acquitting on four, with a verdict delivered shortly after midnight.

Boston Dee.gy Parden Kise Sapevice Adee Schofield Ing

Virginia mine disaster leaves thirty six entombed in explosion

Roanoke reporter Deval Magee notes cryptic details of a mine blast at Light Louseul as 14 workers are removed, four dead, and rescuers face slow progress. The blast blocks access, damage is extensive, and the cause remains undetermined as attempts to reach the pit continue.

Roanoke Deval Magee Mh Cox Ligh Ueusel Uraneh Norfolk and Western Talloway Quinguss Dette

Police Officers Suspended After City Hall Inquiry

A local mayor ordered the temporary suspension of two officers following a complaint alleging misconduct. The investigation traced the incident to an altercation at a patrol location, with doctors and officials confirming the suspicions while noting procedural steps.

Willian A. J. Townes Chrish Aytad Chard McMahan Molle Giptain Wheeler Dieutemait Polices Shallons Matus Wink Cardio Wits

Sinking off Cape It seems a perilous sea tale

A foggy clipping reports a distress near Cape something with ships drifting and crews in peril. It mentions a vessel named Rob Kay and another vessel last night suffering damage. A lifeboat or rescue effort is implied with sailors reaching homes after a dangerous incident at sea.

Baston Wec Athos Oye Niles Cape Roy Cone Tore Gree

Bank Teller Arrested in Larceny Case at Ook Saast Bank

A bank teller faces larceny charges for allegedly stealing 1600 dollars from a Ook Saast bank. The defendant pleaded not guilty while a related trial and unrelated violent incidents in the UK and elsewhere are noted in the report.

Sato Gary Didee Seay Ook Saast

Disaster Growing Worse in Italy as Death Toll Explodes

Fragmented report describes Italy facing massive casualties with cities lost and core regions decimated. Fading accounts mention Messina and southern areas, with ships aiding rescue efforts and Vatican concern, amid dire humanitarian strains and ongoing safety fears.

Despatches Describe Destruction and Aid Pleas

Special reports describe widespread destruction in Reselu with Rome in state of distress. Roving bands target cities including Milan and Florence while ships and ground forces rally to aid. The crisis triggers calls for relief, with mentions of sailors observers and various military and civic responders.

Calabyla Reselu Megsina Rome

Castro Poses as a Martyr in Venezuela Return Debate

Circling reports claim Fidel Castro portrays himself as a martyr urging a return to Venezuela. The article cites statements to sway public opinion, with references to hospital releases, hotel interviews, and possible international reactions shaping progress of events.

Venezuela

Landlord’s near engagement in New York case shocks city

A garbled report mentions landlord names and a court case in New York involving a 44 year old defendant. It notes police actions, a potential arrest, and rapid digital activity around the incident. The piece references prominent figures and a legal process ongoing with possible firm actions.

Man accused of theft sentenced to fourteen years

A San Francisco site boss, Mica? Roel, and associates were sentenced to long prison terms after a jury found them guilty of theft and related charges. The trial, presided by Judge Tedley, covered multiple incidents and included details about river theft and other criminal activity linked to the group.

Ma- Mica San Franciagea Praeisea Katt Roel PiTiGlaed Fenton Yones Peniventures Wits Peta Tasvler River Thief Ehanie

The Hilling of Erb Medhe and Cathertie Meisel Case

A fragmentary account outlines a legal action involving Cathertie Meisel and others about alleged wrongdoing. The text references sentencing details and a court proceeding, with mentions of Wellman and Gatton as key figures.

Medhe Bony Brett Mealiess Min Rosea Webvel Wellman Alam Agen Bohall

Strain Tops Floor at Magistrate Hearing in Md Case

An overcrowded room collapsed during a magistrate hearing in Hientt City Maryland. The incident left Dee, 80, and several others injured as witnesses and attendees tried to evacuate. An apparent struggle and strangling scene were described amid the chaos, with authorities investigating the cause and injuries.

Dee Marston Ted Melapiven Wil Harwood Samme

Consolidated Navel Construction and Steam Engine Module

An obscure historical entry lists a consolidated firm involved in naval construction and steam engines. It mentions names, locations, and various duties tied to shipbuilding and equipment fabrication, with scattered references to individuals and offices across a broad sequence of phrases. The text appears as a garbled excerpt from a period document.

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