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Newspaper

Portsmouth Herald

Location

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1908

Page

5

Marines Charged With Stealing From Navy Yard

Three Marines, William Wy Fobes, Patrick Lease, and William Pease, were charged with stealing eight pounds of taal from the Navy yard. They have been confined in eight by four cells since June 22. The case was dismissed in the United States District Court of Maine as proceedings shifted between naval prison, Marine Barracks, and civil authorities. Attorneys Mitchell and Cole argued for the men as hearings continued.

Navy Dance Marin William Wy Fobes Patrick Lease William " Pease Marty Bt United States District Court of Maine Naval Washington Atstorneys Jon J. Mitch Ell Portsmouth Aaron Cole Kittery Livy United States Foot Whitehouse Port Find Talon Ivan

Taken to Concord in carrelled transport of two men

Juin Carrell and William Ch man were taken to Concord by authorities in a transport described by the report. The incident notes their detention and pending disposition at the county facility, with no further details given on charges or dates.

Juin Carrell William Ch Man

Sheriff Collis Reports Carroll Sentenced Over Five Years

Sheriff Collis this morning reports Carroll has been sent to a state prison for a term exceeding five years for unspecified offenses, while Clinporam is ordered to confinement for observation.

Sheriff Collis Carroll Clinporam

Fire loss statistics show statewide totals for six months

Six months fire losses reported statewide through July 1 show 2,? fires causing about $2,930 in losses. Insurance settlements totaled $299,209. Most fires caused property damage, with 32 structures totally destroyed and several hundred thousand dollars in insured claims.

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Immissioned Captain Caperton in service abroad

Captain Wo B Caperton, recently commissioned as captain in the brigade from Washington, has arrived here. His leadership is described as highly efficient and instrumental in notable battles, with hopes he may repeat such feats. Local papers praise the rising officer and Portsmouth’s support.

B. Caperton Llestif Maine Uae Washington Ely Troy

Mistake Made in Official Ballot Election Error Report

Ballots drawn for Ward One show misprints in candidate names. Thomas Entwistle listed as Republican for Senate and William Marshall shown as Democratic candidate. Officials in Concord read sample ballots and plan immediate corrections to restore proper names and ward ballots.

Thuoas Entwistle

Italian suspect arrested here in Dover case unfolds

A suspect identified as Bogello or Tagello was arrested at a Dover police station on suspicion of involvement in a major incident. The man admitted his first name Domenien but refused to provide further details about his ownership or location, as officers prepared affidavits and questioned witnesses.

Co Gispicion Dover Othors Kelley West Amd Abe Ulther Bogello Omiuleg Tagello Pallce Adams Angel Oor Vagella Hla Et Sie Che Oanother Worlua Dever Wavel Tate Dow Arnee Cae Bain

Rain totals top four inches this week in city record

Rainfall for the week reached nearly four inches, with measurements from the Havens Springs gauge marking the largest fall in five years for the same period. Officials note drought relief is unfolding slowly, with water supply not yet at risk, though ahead are weeks of careful usage.

Eidey Forencon Ulere Ab Ist Uaven Eprings Waller Company Ft Nagleen Florn- Ihe Metal Sanborn Whiter Company Opiuins Willis

Advent Conference Sees Delegates Elect Evangelist

A gathered Advent Christian convention at a regional hall opened with a pageant and sermon. Delegates reviewed the charter of Rev. Leary and chose Rev. Walton to serve as evangelist, with Mr. Wal elected to lead the evangelist effort.

Tte Arthur H Walton Raeh Wal

Special Meeting of King's Daughters Held

A special meeting of the King’s Daughters will be held on February 20 at the Millist et Bablist chapel led by Apertal Tiveting and Goblen Ble Kings Daighters organizing committee.

King's Daughters Stan Perot Ebapal

ATEC Bridge Work Near Dover Sets Sunday Pour

Contractors on the new ATEC bridge across the Cocheco River in Dover will place sixty feet of the structure on Sunday. Residents from the city attended the Exeter football game today.

Atec Cocheco River Dover Reveral Exeter

Telephone Operators and Night Work in Portsmouth

Reports circulate about whether telephone company central exchanges at Portsmouth will require women to work night shifts. Tech Portsmontiy plans limited night duties, with options for shifted schedules and alternating weeks, while authorities deny mandatory nightly labor for all staff.

Aly al Hh Cental Exchange Mnany Tech Portsmontiy Dente

Conflicting Accounts Shape Henry H L Wilson Duel Tale

A disputed narrative surrounds Commander Wilson of the scout cruiser Chaster and a clash on deck during a midnight encounter. Reports vary between eyewitnesses and a naval inquiry, with some sources questioning the event’s veracity while others cite a suspected staged confrontation.

Geull Conder Henry HL Wilson Aa Lily Roe Rowan Wilson Suey, SaArtty Navy Journal

Fragmentary Civil Notice Of Donations And Ad Listings

A messy OCR item lists various donations and sale items including furniture and a parlor table from Portsmouth Furnitee Oak, with several names such as Oliver Wo Elam and Thomas C. Leckey attached to disparate goods. The text remains unclear in places with scattered phrases and quantities.

Gray & Prime T Ton Walker Oliver Wo Elam Airight Posteach Gall Portsmouth Furnitee Renrge Waenglein Thomas C. Leckey Slpe Charles FE Woods P. Montgomery Piethre Totin Holland Raisdell

Ordered to Fort Constitution past Comay

Henry Guth, formerly with the purchasing committee in San Francisco, is to be sent to Port Apache, Arizona, to report for duty at Fort Constitution as ordered by the office.

Comay Sorat Henry Guth Office of the Purchasing Commuistrys San Francisco Port Apache Ariz

Post Cong Sergt Kot Berg Deployment and Local Updates

The report notes Sergt Kot Berg will be sent to Fort Constitution No. 1 station duty, Stan Keun leaves Thursday for Seattle for residence, and civil engineering tasks. The Union meets with Mrs Adington. flag at the depot has returned after a week. Carpenters work on site and railroad crossing issues delay progress. Congregation church meetings occur with officers elected and members visiting Poplarmouth to see The Ciangerhriend Man. Subscription offer for Herald delivery.

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Finding the Money Mystery on the Atlantic Ferry

An obscure wartime or old-time notice hints at a finder who may be rewarded after a money matter on the Kittury ferry. Cars of Atlantic herring line up along an alley as the scene unfolds with a cryptic name Pum OLY appearing in the text.

Herald

Lost Money Reported by Crew Member at WLS Maine

A crew member aboard the WLS Maine reported losing 149 dollars while returning to the ship from Ports mneoth days ago. The incident was filed with Letoss authorities.

Maine

Smelt catch recorded on river stakes

A report notes a large smelt caught from the river by Teseph Sansman. The fish measured ten and three quarter tilies in length, marking a notable local haul from current river fishing.

Teseph Sansman

Its Pay Day Birthday and a Fat Pot Force

Readable text notes pay day and a celebration theme as the month nears its end, mentioning labor and a strong payout. It hints at festivities tied to earnings and timing around the late month period.

Spoke at Conway Fly at Zenway Merchants Christmas Goals

Os Crusennay of this city spoke at a Republican event in Zenway on Friday. He urged merchants to focus on Christmas goals and public spirit during the holiday season.

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