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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1942
Page
1
Rye Beach infant Thomas Gage Barr and Mrs Robert G Barr of Rye Berea died this morning. The child was the son of Barr of ng. Readers are asked to consult next editions for full details and obituaries.
The piece discusses efforts to exaggerate allied dangers and the looming threat of German forces in Prague. It references Heintard Hevdtteh, the Nazi regime, and the broader aim of Prussian dominance, noting the peril to occupied Europe and the response required to resist.
A June report from the State Department notes the United States will formalize a lend lease with China. The arrangement aims to bolster wartime cooperation and supply lines through approved channels. Officials emphasize quick implementation and clear terms.
The readable fragments show a noisy public notice page with scattered names and places including Rochester New Hampshire and Ogunquit. Sports and personals listings appear alongside radio and legal notices, but concrete details are sparse.
The USO aided soldiers near Portsmouth by arranging meals, temporary lodging, and furnishings, and even helped a Navy chaplain find a home. In another case a serviceman married with USO support, as a wedding party, cake and entertainment were provided. The article highlights USO morale efforts for servicemen in Portsmouth.
At a city council meeting last night the body debated dissolving and reappointing a committee over the Woods property at 464 Pleasant Street. Councilman Palfrey urged new action after finding the matter dormant for a year and a half. Councilman McNeill noted he had asked Palfrey to reach Mrs Woods but no progress was made.
President Roosevelt asked Congress to declare war on Bulgaria, Hungary, and Romania, calling them instruments of Hitler. He stated the three nations declared war on the United States and were engaged in military activities against the United Nations. The message was sent to the House. the Senate was not in session.
London June 2 The RAF dispatched 1 036 planes in a night raid aimed at Essen the home of the Krupp Munitions works Churchill said more heavy air attacks would follow once the United States air force joins. The effort followed a large Cologne raid and reported British losses were light with 35 bombers missing.
Concord New Hampshire June 2 AP chief Counsel Dudley W Orr of the State OPA office announced a temporary restraining order was issued by Federal District court against M J Mitchell a Portsmouth filling station operator for alleged illegal sale of gasoline Hearing on a permanent injunction was set for Friday Orr said
Portsmouth's City council debated adjournment and moved to July 6 amid controversy. Councilman Palfrey resigned from the Wood property committee as the chamber clashed over timing and procedure, with council members and onlookers signaling mixed reactions to the proposed adjournment date.
Australian Prime Minister John Curtin bluntly warned Japan against invading the continent and said American reinforcements have stretched the enemy beyond its capacity. In China, Chiang Kai-shek’s forces reportedly retook Shakichen north of Kinhwa in Chekiang Province as the war front continued.
The Portsmouth Herald condemns city hall obstructionism at a council meeting. Mayor Rowe blocks Executive Secretary Ed ward H. Kessler Jr from presenting a Chamber of Commerce poll on traffic and parking. Parking chair Frank W. Hersey is accused of blocking change. The paper urges public action, printing a Chamber survey card and calling for civic courage to push for meters and reforms.
The Chamber of Commerce surveyed traffic concerns, showing eight to one support for limiting buses on the square and seven to one for making Daniels Street one way. Mayor Stewart B. Rowe barred the report from official knowledge.
The council postponed action on a proposal to convert Daniels Street to one way traffic. Chamber officials cited a recent member survey, but Mayor Rowe barred unsigned questionnaires from discussion, limiting access to results while Councilman Gardner urged consideration.
Before a roll call vote the Portsmouth council debated buses in Market Square and the parking committee. A. Jarvis argued buses serve the city and bring trade, denying danger and accidents. Gardner and Dondero voted yes. Hersy Katkin Wood McNeil Palfrey voted no. Kimball urged not to discourage buses as they bring business.
Twelve motorists, nine from Portsmouth, faced Portsmouth municipal court over uninspected cars before the June 1 deadline. Complaints filed after paying $6.82 costs. Listed defendants include Clarence H. Schueler and Carleton L. Hoyt, all of Portsmouth, plus Henry V. Dupuis, Alfred H. Frederick, and Harlan L. Teague from nearby towns. State official notes penalties may include fine, or registration revocation. Charles H. Rogers of Methuen was fined $10 and $8.82 costs for driving without a New Hampshire license.
Chief Quartermaster Roy Leon Morrissette, USN, a native of Exeter, has been officially reported missing in action by the Navy department. He had been in the Manila Bay stations which capitulated.
The War Department and Selective Service implement a June 15 change in New Hampshire. All registrants sent for Army physicals will be returned home for retraining unless they pass and go to a reception center, with accepted registrants inducted and transferred to the Enlisted Reserve.
New York reports Louis B Mayer was the highest paid American last year earning 750000 before taxes. The piece humorously notes heavy federal and California taxes leave him with little, likening the after tax amount to a wrecked ship and joking about moving to a simpler life in Washington.
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