Old Portsmouth Jail and a 1841 Breakout Tale
The article recalls the old jail in Portsmouth, noting names of inmates and local figures tied to its history. It recounts the 1841 breakout by five prisoners led by Samuel Wilson, details escape routes through vaults and walls, and outlines subsequent jail alterations completed in 1842.
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Lawe
Lfe
Ott Woodet
Portsmouth
Quito
Tne Portamouth
Wim
Spimsey
Cornelius Freale
Gibson
Sanwel Wilson
Agamen
Kenschunk
N. Marshall
Esa. Deuuie Aberif
Verh
Freale
Gibern
Marshall
Ate i
Wilson
Hradbury Yartlet
Norrisham
Nathaniel B. Marsh
Johny W. Foester
The Portmouth Jail Whipping and Public Punishments
In old Portsmou-th a brutal system of public punishment existed with the pillory and whipping. Records recount jurists and felons, including repeated lashings, branding, and eye witness details of proceedings around 1800 to 1810. Narratives mention notable inmates and the social context of colonial justice and enforcement in New Hampshire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hale
Priory
Pune
Vronpshire
Fhaimby Gerich
Marksmouth
Samuel Howe
Nehemiah Clam T
Wmn
Melvin
John Wilson
James Lrewn
Wlelman
Jersen
John Ickford
Mr. Buller
Lealr
Hampsiré
Cy Site
Clinial
Vangdon
Orders Revoked Leave Sailors On Yard Duty
The orders of Chief Carpenter Joseph Hlebber US Navy are revoked and he will remain on service duty at the yard. White Wolf is not affected and remains on duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Hlebber
US 8. N
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Qlda Yard
Papes Diuretic Promises Quick Kidney Cure
An advertisement claims Pape's Diuretic instantly targets kidney and bladder disorders, noting backache and urinary symptoms as signs. It asserts cleansing action on the kidneys and entire urinary system, offering a 50 cent treatment prepared by Pape, Thompson & Pape of Cincinnati.
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Mis
Nina
Sroman
Tepe
Wialuche
Whyty Micke
Ak md
Pape
di Wretic Ag
Thompean & Pape
Cincinnati
Qlilo
Rye A Successful Old Fashioned Husking Bee
Rye Beach hosts a husking bee on Oct 10 hosted by Mr Harlon D B Mardui with about fifteen guests. They husked around 450 of 600 harvested bushels, then enjoyed a harvest supper, music, and late socializing. Notables present include Mr and Mrs Chester Drake, Miss Ardele Marston, Walter Marston, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rye
Harlon DB. Mardui
Rye Beach
Marden
Nestle
Chester DD Drake
Fred Uyrke
Ardele Marston
Walter Marston
John Terness
Godwin Perkins
A. G. Walker
Dennigan
Sullivan
Stanley Lird
Hale
Edward Sawyer
Rebecca Higgins
Rye Centre
Boston
George & Walker
Navy Yard
United American Medicines
Rye Grange
Portsmouth
Ssuaw Herry Bank Grange
Horace Berry
Yerett Chick Hay
Mow House
Lang's Jeorner
Foss Reash Road
Elmer W Caswell
Tye Barbow
Ling
Cuain Caswell
Hye Harbor
State rifle meet squad named for Lake Massahesie event
Captain Vrederis and Lieut rifle team from Coast Artillery are selected to represent the company at the state rifle match at Lake Massahesie. The roster includes Sergt A J Remtek and several privates with Captain Harriman and Lt C P Odivell noted among officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vrederis
publishers' paper move from Freeman's Point office
The Publishers' Paper Company announces its Tuesday move from the Calavial War Company's Freeman's Point office in Boston. The firm will maintain operations at the new site in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Publishers’ Paper Company
Calavial
Freeman's Point
la Boston
City cars travel to Kittery Pals for free Sunday outing
Several automobiles from his city joined a trip to Kittery Pals for a free Sunday morning gathering. The event drew local residents seeking a relaxed weekend visit with friends and neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kittery Pals
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Henry Watson
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New York
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New Orleans
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Everett Chick
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F.W. Hartfory
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Frank Jones
New Eugland
Towle
Towles Fancy Grocery Store
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James Lee Shubert (Inc
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Lyric Theatre
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