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Newspaper

Portsmouth Herald

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1925

Page

4

The Portsmouth Herald Establishment Notice

A historical masthead note from The Portsmouth Herald outlines publication terms. It lists editor F. W. Hartford, advertising rates on application, price 6.00 yearly in advance, 2 cents per copy, and notes second-class post office status at Portsmouth. It emphasizes Portsmouth and local people are the paper’s focus and mentions Associated Press affiliation.

Herald Publishing Company Conta Maik Communications F. W. “Hartford Portsmouth Postofica Memiber Associated Press

Centralizing Alaska gov't urged to cut vast costs

Secretary Work argues for centralized administration in Alaska to reduce a total government bill of 10 467 064 last year. Nine executive departments and 25 federal bureaus controlled 123 activities, with about 3000 people employed. He says duplication and red tape waste money and urges economy and a streamlined system as Alaska joins the union.

Alaska

Delinquent Children Need Better Juvenile Court Programs

A Children’s Bureau report cites the need for scientific treatment and expanded probation staff nationwide. It notes current court resources fail to form a complete community program for delinquent and dependent youths and urges a coordinated plan across agencies.

Children’s Bureau of the Labor Department Fen

Food Law Violations Asserted by Dr. Wiley

Dr. Wiley declares that many market food products contain adulterants banned by the Pure Food act. He says executive orders since 1907 nullify the act’s provisions and he filed exhibits alleging a conspiracy by food manufacturers to defeat the law. He calls for enforcement changes and accountability for administrators if charges are sustained.

Dr. Wiley Department of Agriculture Wiley Secretaries of Agriculture

Orgy of Laws Warns of Political Calibre Crisis

Senator Fess of Ohio denounces a mania for legislation as a dangerous trend in American politics. He argues sound economic judgement gives way to public appeal for favors and political pull, leading citizens to elect men of the wrong calibre and generate legislation of poor quality.

Fess Ohio National ‘Association of Credit Men

Advocates call for banishing marriage and state rearing

Dr Margaret Daniels of the Students' Council of the Women party argues for ending legal marriage and allowing both genders to freely pursue careers. She says home burdens on men are heavy and children would be raised by the state. The proposal faces public debate as supporters and opponents clash over free love ideas and social control. ARGO notes salt water fatigue relief but few lawyers, reflecting in a distracted era.

Margaret Daniels Thet Swomen Dr. Daniels

Vision of Music Hall Echoes From a Dream

A dreamer wanders Chestnut Street recalling Music Hall shows of Melo drama and vaudeville. The vision paints crowd scenes at the gallery and parquette, a stage set in warm afterglow, with Nella and a city night ending in fond farewells to beloved stars.

Goda Jack Bill Chestnut Street Music Hall al Deach The Three Rosebuds Frank Eator Robert ‘Mantel Stella Mayhew Nance O'Weir Denman Thompson Old Homestead Daniel Sully the Music Hall

Final Tribute for Rev Fr Sullivan in Calvary Cemetery

The funeral, led by WP Misixell, honored Rev Fr Sullivan with a solemn interment in the Priests lot at Calvary cemetery. About 25 pallbearers and a long list of priests and Knights of Columbus and Ancient Order of Hibernians members attended. committal was by Rev E Buckley with assistance from visiting diocese clergy.

Calvary Cemetery WP Misixell Sullivan Manchester John BL Field Portsmouth Ted S. Sulivan Boston John Fielder Seorge S. Clarkson Hoston Johm Lawrence Sullivan Lawrence Frederick Griffit Rank 'Sren Knights of Columbus Ancient Orter of Hibernian Stave E. Buckley John GC. Dolan Fr. Lawrence D. S. Bi. Manchester P. J. Scott Keene J. E. Greadon Laconia M. McCooey Newmarket J. Geisel Enfield J. 1 Sliney Hanover J. E.brennan Somerstworth Fr. Maney Comcard D. c. Ling Concoré P. I. Hammersley A. M John’ Ite Nomara Rochester Jas~ Tr O'Connell Worcester Mass Ean Lincoln WLEE Loughlin Salem N. HT Y. Redden Wilton N. HL J. Redden Etorboro J. Moher Westville Quirk Dover W. J. Cavansough East Jaffrey Whelan Lan Hater N. EH Ty Crawley Lakeport E. Finen Franklin Boyd Verrette Baconta Rice Kittery Leclerc Lacanta A. J. Botre Gonic Robichaug Epping G. Deskoles Nashua D. Desmarais O. Desrosiers Somersworth J. E.vaccorest J.T. O. Devoy D. Desevisseaux Ranchester J. Z. Lyons Lyons Branchester

Automobiles Sought to Aid G A R Members

Portsmouth lodge of Elis wants autos to transport G A R members from Storer Poat No 1 to the Flag Day exercises at the Plains tomorrow. Owners willing to lend cars are asked to bring them to the Elka Home at 2 o clock for care during the event.

Portsmouth Elis The Plains Elka

Car tips over on Cutts Street near Clarice

A touring car with a mast and a tipped number plate overturned on Cutts Street near Clarice forenoon. None of the passengers were hurt to any extent. The wreck required the services of a wrecker from the garage for removal.

Cutts Street Clarice Hisre

Grass Fire Attacks Fence at Islington Street Home

Firemen responded to a still alarm shortly after 11 this forenoon for a grass fire that began by burning a fence at the residence of Tames Peniergast on Islington street and Spinney Road.

Tames Peniergast Islington Street Spinney Road

Four men arraigned after police roundup in gambling probe

Police court actions follow a roundup targeting gambling. Four men named Chris Capps Ernest Lee Concetti Hiro and Joseph FF were arraigned this morning each fined 20 dollars and 2.46 dollars in costs. Cases against Joseph Sacco and John Camuno on assault charges were continued for sentencing.

Regeot Chris Capps Ernest Lee Concetti Hiro Joseph FF Joseph Sacco John Camuno

No Help or Rent To Pay Offer At Rest Filling Station

Local ad copy lists auto supplies and tire prices with low figures and promotional wording. Mentions Cottage Rest Filling Station and dealer names such as Harrington and Lafayette Read. Pricing shown includes Specter 3rd Cent Tire And Tube at 2.00 and metal oil at 49.75, with scattered garbled text.

Cottage Rest Pricen Specter Jean Harrington Lafayette North Hampton

Outing at Rye Beach Closes Annual Event

The New England Insurance Exchange annual outing at Farragut House Rye Beach concluded with a morning session led by William Lewis of Boston as president. Resolutions honored ex President Charles D. Palmer of Salem. Baseball saw Maine and New Hampshire agents beat each other while Massachusetts defeated the exchange employees. Golf at Ames MAG course crowned W. B. Jordan of Boston low gross 85 and Paul Awry of Springfield mag low gross 120.

New England Insurance Exchange Farragut House Rye Beach Wiliam Lewis Boston Charles D. Palmer Salem Mass Exchange J Ind Maine Massachusetts Ie Hampshire Exchange Charles Powers Apémagut Jordan Low Gross Paul Awry Springfield Mags Sh Gross

W Armstrong Reaches Finals in Blanchester Tennis Tourney

Naval news item notes W Armstrong of Blanchester reaching finals in a tennis tourney. Other notes report submarine S-45 completion date set for July 10, recent in commission status at New London, yard employment up to 2900, Marine guard enlistment in city home, conference call for V-5 and V-6 construction, early summer yard holiday halt, a general court martial for two Marine guards, and old battleship Winthrop speed trial twenty-four years ago.

Newt London Na!al Col. F. 36 Wise Us A EL. Russell Ws. M

Burial Service for Mrs Laura Dixon Merrow Held

The burial service for Mrs Laura Dixon Merrow, native of South Ellat, was held Friday at two at Advent Church in that town. Rev Harold Young led prayers, praising her devout Christian life and community work. Tributes adorned the pulpit as relatives and friends gathered to honor her memory.

Laura Dixon) Merrow South Wot Davia Wesley Merrow Omaha Neb Tha Hargid Young Etttery Paint Pone Attis South Ellat Harold Young Ma. Merrow Whe University of Omaha Presbyterian Church Neband Jesus Ite

Tributes Paid at Funeral Arrangements in Greenwood Cemetery

Family and friends honored the deceased with tributes and set pieces. Interment occurred at Greenwood cemetery in South Eliot. Ernest Cole, Vichela Dame, Herbert Nelson, Harold Dow attended. J Verne-Wood oversaw arrangements.

Greenwood Cemetery South Eliot Ernest Cole Vichela Dame Herbert Nelson Harold Dow J. Verne-Wood

Thomas Collins Injured in Sedan Accident

Thomas E. Collins, of the Memorial Bridge and Board of Public Works, was hurt yesterday afternoon when a sedan hit a rough spot and tossed him into the air. He suffered back and possible spinal injuries, received pain relief by hypodermic treatment, and was taken to a hospital for x rays.

Thomas E. Collins Memorial Bridge Board of Public Works Harry B. Dore Colling

Birthday triple party at Shaw home in Surrey

A surprise birthday gathering at 22 Lauth Street celebrated Mr. Shaw turning 60, his grandson Donald Raynes age three, and Mrs. Mary Shaw Raynes, with about 45 guests from Boston Rochester and Weepten. The event featured flowers, a triple birthday cake, music, and refreshments in a festive setup.

Surrey Aira Fred L. Shaw Lauth Street Shaw Hitle Donald Raynes Mary Shaw Raynes Mr. Shaw Morrison Rochester Donald Boston Weepten

Impressive Sight as Portsmouth High Seniors Parade

Portsmouth High School hosted a large senior class day on Friday with students marching in couples to the stage led by the head of the center aisle. The Portemouth High School orchestra, directed by Ernest L. Bulbruck, provided music and offered a spirited performance during the ceremony. The exercises drew sharp attention from students and teachers, with graduation exercises scheduled for next Thursday evening.

BLHS N T Broud Portsmouth High School Vlaea

Brighams mark thirtieth wedding anniversary

Nr and Mrs Oscar Ev Brigham quietly observe their thirtieth anniversary on Friday. Rev and Mrs John E Everingham of Kittery depart Monday for Colby College commencement exercises in Waterville Maine with daughter Miss Yarfouny Everingham among the graduates. Mrs Oscar E Brigham dies Friday in Blot. Mrs Harry G Salter and brother Wendell L Peterson return to Brooklyn after spending winter in California and the Mawattan Islands.

Oscar Ev Brigham John E. Everingham Kittery Stentor Colby College Water- Ville Yarfouny Everingham Oscar E. Brigham Harry G. Salter Wendel L. Peterson Brooklyn N. Y Poutine California Mawattan Islands

Portmouth High School Baccalaureate Service Sunday

Portmouth High School seniors will attend St John’s Church in a body Sunday at seven thirty for the baccalaureate preview. Rev Maxwell Gauter will deliver the address.

Portamouth High Bchook St. John's Church Maxwell Gauter

Firemen’s Memorial Service at Central Fire House

The annual firemen's memorial service occurs Sunday at 9 o'clock at the Central Fire House on Court Street. Rev. Maxigell Ganter of St. John's Church will deliver the address and St. John's choir will present musical selections. The public is invited.

Annal Firemen Morris String Central Fire House Court Street Maxigell Ganter St. John’s Church

Repeat Play Delights at First Methodist Church

The Philathea class of First Methodist staged the play Trials of a Hostess at FML Gi A hall on Wednesday evening. It was a great success with candy on sale and a good sum realized from the sale.

First Methodist Church FML Gi A. Hall

Earthquake Echoes in West End Property Talk

A reader opines on West End depreciation tied to earthquakes and suggests a rare chance to own two double houses on South Street near Wibird. The piece hints at a once-desired, elevated city area and recalls past opinions on Miller Hill and Hail’a field as the neighborhood’s value shifts.

Miller Hill Cesidea

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