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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1907
Page
1
The piece surveys Moroccan tensions under Gen Lyautey as French forces threaten Ajda after attacks on French nationals. It contrasts Tangier outrages, Maghzen disbelief, and a looming imperial response with European influence, while detailing Marrakech and Rabat life, Sultan Abd al Aziz’s hesitations, and Moorish society amid rising external pressure.
A frail-sounding dialogue recalls a young matron and a quick eyed spinster resolving a kitchen issue. The hostess explains a routine: wash and soak dishes, cookware, and utensils in a chemical bath to prevent rust and keep items clean. The narrative notes a domestic society scene and the weekly washing routine amid household chores.
A compact note discusses forged autographs, arguing genuine signs are rare and that high priced forgeries would require exact provenance. The piece reflects on detection by experts and the demand for precise ownership records to rule out fakes.
A fragment from a California speech by Gen. Wi H. L. Barnes in Red ding Muses a clash between praise for Redding and a critic who recalls a shabby hotel. The essay also notes a 1899 senate vacancy dispute with Bard chosen after a heated legislature session. A second item, from the Ken aration, argues parents should know a daughter’s associates, challenging the idea of unlimited teen autonomy.
The article notes fashions shift rapidly with wealth shows and social status. It describes warrior headgear as outdated, officials adopting foreign styles then reverting to native dress in leisure, and hairdressing varying by period and age, influenced by evolving fashion trends.
Jerry Thompson of Perry County reports drastic fish scarcity in the Tuttirta river due to lizards and pets. He notes river wildlife fall and many lizards prey on fish, with recovered specimens from one to six inches. Fishermen cite mystery causes and widespread damage per the Philadelphia Record.
An order by Urilel war officers disbands the Bank of Buglaid Rife Volume or Gorpa defense corps established by TAT Sehinnelly. The unit, once commanded by Capt H. B. damn, was not kept after the bank auto draft and numbered 95 officers and men, with only a handful remaining.
Legacy of Amos Broadhurst, owner of The Tate, who died at Whaley Bridge, sees his long beard and mustache auctioned. The beard, two years in growth, and mustache once wrapped in tissue paper, were famous curiosities tied to Barnum & Bailey era. The article recalls Broadhurst’s eccentricities and public interest in his distinctive facial hair.
Fragment shows a conflict involving Mabel and Tay with references to discomfort and restraint. The readable text is garbled but suggests a confrontation or coercive moment, with phrases indicating fear and a desire not to hurt. Names appear, but details are unclear.
A Tokio dispatch reports Japanese authorities worry about future US relations as racial prejudice at San Francisco sparks questions. Hayashi tells a deputation that Japan is taking necessary measures regarding diplomacy with the United States and China, amid calls for government action.
A large field of leading cars will start from New York on a 2000 mile endurance run to Albany. The route passes Yonkers Tarrytown Peekskill and Poughkeepsie then north through Salisbury Great Barrington Lenox Pittsfield and Chatham before reaching Albany. The event is framed as a single day test of endurance on good roads across rural terrain. Also noted are Liberal party policy discussions at the National Liberal Federation convention opening at Plymouth with Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman slated to speak. In Independence Missouri Mr and Mrs Bedford mark their seventieth wedding anniversary after marrying June 6 1887. The Decks include the couple’s extended family. Also aboard the steamer New York is Charles Douhy the new US consul general at Shanghai who will sail around August 1.
Washington reports that a severe cold wave has cost millions nationwide. Expert Bentley Watkins of West Virginia warns extended cold will hurt crops and livestock as government and businesses adjust to the harsh conditions.
In a muddy track near the lakes of 6500 sovereigns, Groker defeats rivals including Front Runner and Sheva Gallton as Johnny el pilots the American bred Orby to victory. Nine horses started with 100 to 9 odds against, amid a fog of unclear spellings and broken names.
New Hampshire State College held its commencement week in Dirham with a campus drill by the cadet battalion and a procession to Thompson Hall for indoor exercises. Walter A Page delivered the address on From the Ground Up. President Gibbs awarded degrees to fourteen bachelor of science graduates and one master of science. A dinner closed morning events and the day continued with afternoon and evening programs.
Mrs Margaret Staples of Fortsmouth was guest of Mrs Harry J Staples on Tuesday. Gowen Brooks of Washington visits his parents Mr and Mrs James Brooks. Mrs Walter C Cole returns from several weeks in Conway NY. Mrs William Dodge and daughter Wilma of Southboro Mass visit Mrs Charles Cole. H H Foss visited Berwick Tuesday. Ladies Circle meets Thursday with Mrs Albert Wurst.
A strong rainfall Wednesday brought over an inch of rain with periods of heavy downpour. Forecasters warn continued wet and cloudy conditions for the next two days. The weather man quips that the cold and wet spell felt homesick after a single pleasant day and returned.
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