30 Mar 1920
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1920
Page
1
A chaotic report cites an escalating tornado death toll reaching 160 with scattered details on affected areas and losses. Officials note heavy property damage, including millions in material losses across states such as Illinois Indiana and Iowa while confirming 44 million in Elgin and 6 million in Chicago area.
A garbled late 19th or early 20th century Kittery area page lists names such as Frank J. Godrnoyar and Alexander Chana, with scattered references to weddings, funerals, sales, and local events. Mentions Portmouth/Mouth, a church service, and a variety of short notices about sale items, town movements, and legal-adjacent items amid many garbled words.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets offer a gentle, non calomel remedy for bad breath and bowels. The ad promises a natural cleanse of blood and liver function, with tablets available at 2 cents per dose and taken nightly for a week to show effects.
In Boston a woman hanged herself early Sunday morning in her home. Neighbors noted she had seemed unsettled for several days. Police found her body suspended by bed clothes and scene was investigated by local authorities.
A garbled local notice page mentions Kittery Point, Mabel Cuttery, and Frank Mises. Names include Peppertell residents Randall and Rowton, with mentions of Atta Salyer, Christine Chohda, and local officials. Other items reference a move to Concord, a Tide Society meeting, and congratulations on a newborn daughter.
A Monday Rye gathering by Scausle Connell and UL ALM groups included a delegation from Treen 11M Gowmierl, presenting a dental degree. Local committees report progress on the home fund while plans for winter activities unfold. Other items mention Mrs. Paul Taynes of Lang's Corner, hospital collateral concerns, and community figures tied to Rye Beach and nearby towns.
Selina, mother of two, enrolled in night school after her children fell behind. She balanced work and study to complete English, bench, and German courses, aiming to help her family and advance beyond current knowledge.
President Wilson will spend the summer beginning June 15 at the Charles T Crane Institute at Wood Hole Massachusetts, according to Associated Press reports from Washington. The plan places the president at the facility for the season, with details coordinated by federal offices and local hosts.
New York state sees ice price increases despite harsh winter. Wesley Alder, head of Kylekesbocker Ice Company, announces higher rates for family trade. 100 pound blocks now cost 60 parts, up from 69. Delivery delays cited as a factor. details unclear due to damaged text.
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