19 Mar 1900
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1900
Page
1
The store proclaims a large, varied display of new scarfs and ties for all, noting appeal to both women and men. It highlights spring hats from Lamson & Hubbard and others, with a newly enlarged Hat and Furnishing Department claimed unmatched in New Hampshire.
A Portland man is robbed in the waiting room while a Pullman porter nearby signals police. The thief pockets 140 dollars and a bank book, flees but is chased to the Jefferson House and arrested. The victim travels to Boston but returns for the police court hearing this morning.
A historic naval plan calls for two battleships of 13 500 tons each at about six million dollars apiece and three armored cruisers of 13 000 tons at around six million dollars each. Three fast protected cruisers of 8 000 tons would cost about four and a half million each, totaling 80 to 55 million. The plan, not needing immediate appropriation, was laid out by the navy yard department with inputs from Bec Long and Admiral Dewey, noting shifts from the 1900 program including gunboats and battleships.
Boats taken from Spain after Manila battle were reconditioned and Admiral Watson with General Otis have purchased several gunboats for use in operations against the rebels in and around Luzon.
Mrs Ellen H Weeks widow of Stephen H Weeks was laid to rest at her Greenland home in the afternoon. Survivors include two sons Stephen H Weeks and Edward D Weeks and a daughter Elia A Weeks. The Greenland whist club hosts a white party next Friday in the town hall. The Greenland Advocate struggles with decline as George W Duntley begins painting Hon J S B Frinx’s residence. Baseball signals a budding season with plans for a fine Hampton Beach diamond and electric rail travel. Local sports fans consider a Delapoons vs Y M C A basketball game in Pierce Hall Portsmouth next Thursday evening. The day was cold and travel light.
At the Newfields annual school meeting on Saturday evening Charles E. Smart was chosen moderator Frank C G Neal was elected clerk to George W Paul treasurer and George L Chase was elected to the school board A large vote and keen interest marked the race for the school board with George L Chase defeating George W Paul 43 to 27.
The Portsmouth navy yard’s success dominates public interest, with labor and business leaders heralding its ascent as the coast’s greatest. The Herald promises local updates in coming days on moves favoring the station and broader congratulation for the burgeoning project.
Naval Constructor J. G. Tawresey lies seriously ill at the yard. The Lancaster would have been damaged by local enemies if not for intervention. A new watchman will be appointed to fill the vacancy caused by John Sides's death. Rear Admiral George C. Remey receives orders to depart Tuesday to meet Secretary Long in Washington before heading to the Philippines.
An advertisement claims Dr King's New Life Pills improve appetite digestion and bodily health for the weak and sick. It touts a regular habit and energy with a 25 cent price at Globe Grocery Co.
ATER FRONT NEWS reports on March 19 arrivals of the schooners Agnes Manning Ayer and Mary E A G Dow from Baltimore carrying coal. Also noted is the schooner M H Read from New York bound for Rockland. A brand ad mentions laxative non quinine tablets with a refund if falsified.
Dan Sully stars as Rev John Whalen in a deeply moving parish tale at the opera house. The production features an excellent supporting cast, superb scenery, and a gracefully told love story that captivated the crowd despite a sparse turnout.
Cincinnati police say Zaza is not immoral and it has stirred Joy in Mrs. Leslie Carter. M Berton promotes a forthcoming play synopsis to manager Charles Frohman, while David Harum prepares for a late April tryout in Rochester. Sam Wever returns to a Black Sheep role. Naughty Anthony's New York run offers silk stockings to women. Chicago tolerates Sapho amid controversy. Dan Bully promotes The Parish Priest as a life-like, wholesome stage piece sure to win American audiences.
The remark voices a favorable view that The Perish Priest will be welcomed across the country for years to come, expressing broad public approval and enduring esteem.
Music hall expected to crowd tonight as the Shea WeAulle company travels from here to Brockton Mass for three weeks of attractions. Daniel Sully earns high notices in New England circuit while The Parish Priest and The American Girl promise large audiences. Regular prices apply with a few $1 seats. Alusi hall invites patrons to remove hats and uses a convenient ladies room for toilets. Beronan's Pints praised for constipation relief.
State dispatches report Exeter merchant Charles G. Sheldon gravely ill from typhoid fever. Manchester visit by Congressman Sulloway and Clerk William H. Topping. Rochester widow Sarah E. Wallaes dies at 72 after long illness. Dr Richard H. Dillion of Manchester named assistant surgeon first NH regiment with captain rank. Dover court arraigns Joseph Gouin George White and John Carey for breaking freight cars. White and Gouin held $1000 bonds, Carey discharged. Bernard Sanford, 22, expelled from Manchester for fake sore arm solicitation. Newfields school meeting elects George Chase to school board for three years. Hampton academy seniors named, including Hoyt, Mars ton, Taylor, Gill, Leavitt, Fogg, Moulton, White, Cockburn.
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