1 21 90 https://portsmouthexhibits.org/files/original/aaafcc56f6c1e571b811c59723234766.pdf 7fed2ced852a705444e10fa48f5198c4 PDF Text Text PORTSMOUTH SCRAPBOOK COLLECTION 1918-1920, 1932-1949 COMPILED BY THE STAFF OF PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY MASTER INDEX Between 1918 and 1949 staff members of Portsmouth Public Library clipped articles from the Portsmouth Herald, and other newspapers, and glued them into 42 scrapbooks. The articles they selected for these scrapbooks covered such world changing events as WWI and WWII, as well as local concerns, such as news of an upcoming garden tour, a new movie by Louis DeRochemont, layoffs at the Navy Yard or the election of the first city manager in Portsmouth. In short, these scrapbooks provide us with a fascinating (if somewhat subjective) view of life in Portsmouthand the world beyond-before 1950. To make the scrapbooks easier to use, this master index was compiled in 1997, utilizing each separate scrapbook index. The subject entry listed here refers you to a scrapbook by volume number and year. You must consult the index included in each separate scrapbook to locate the page number for a particular article. Because subject headings varied somewhat, from scrapbook to scrapbook, there has been some attempt to standardize the index terms used. In addition, "see" and "see also" entries have been added to the master index. Due to the heavy use this collection has received over the years, and to the fragile nature of newspapers, the scrapbooks have shown signs of deterioration. Fortunately, grants received from the Thaxter Foundation in 1998-1999 permitted the library to have preservation photocopies made of this valuable collection. Sarah Hartwell Special Collections Librarian February 1999 �2-29 (SUBMARINE) ABBOTT, REGINALD H. ADAMS, CHARLES S. ADAMS,(REV)JOSEPH ADAMS, EDWARD H. (OBIT) ADAMS, RALPH E. ADAMS, RALPH E. ADAMS, W.S. ADJUSTMENT BOARD ADMINISTRATIVE CODE ADMIRALTY VILLAGE ADMIRALTY VILLAGE ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH ADVENT CHURCH-VS. BEACON OIL AFRICAN-AMERICAN SELECTEE AFRICAN-AMERICAN SELECTEES AFRICAN-AMERICAN WAAC AFRICAN-AMERICANS AHEARN, THOMAS P. AHEPAS CONVENTION AICHEL, OSCAR G. AIR BASE AIR FORCE ADVISORY BOARD AIR MAIL WEEK AIR RAID WARDENS AIR RAIDS-PREPARATION FOR AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT-COUSE IN PILOTING AIRPORT-MUNICIPAL AKERMAN, EDITH (OBIT) AKERMAN, WALLACE S. ALDLRICH, T.B. MEMORIAL ALDRICH HOUSE ALDRICH HOUSE ALDRICH MEMORIAL ALDRICH MEMORIAL ALDRICH MEMORIAL ALDRICH MEMORIAL ASSN. ALDRICH MEMORIAL-SILVER ALDRICH, T.B. ALDRICH, T.B. MEMORIAL 18 26 26 10 18 24 26 36 41 SEE: PORTSMOUTH-ADMIN. CODE-38 40 42 19 21 SEE ALSO: CHURCHES SEE: BEACON OIL VS. ADVENT-31 20 24 24 (Not indexed, see: v.1, p.38) 24 17 19 19 40 32 23 23 19 20 21 23 29 30 33 34 35 37 40 41 31 27 21 24 21 5 7 15 17 41 37 30 7 19 1939-40 1943-44 1943-44 1937 1939-40 1942-43 1943-44 1947 1949 1948 1949 1949 1940-41 1941 1946 1941-42 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1939 1940-41 1940-41 1949 1946 1942 1942 1940-41 1941-42 1941 1942 1945 1945-46 1946 1947 1947 1948 1949 1949 1946 1944 1941 1942-43 1941 1932 1934 1938 1939 1949 1948 1945-46 1934 1940-41 �ALDRICH, THOMAS B. ALDRICH, THOS. B. MEM. ALDRICH, THOS. B. MEM. ALESSI, ROBERT ALFRED, ME-COURT HOUSE ALIEN REGISTRATION ALIEN REGISTRATION ALKIRE, ELIZABETH ALLEN, E. WILLIAM ALLEN, E. WILLIAM ALLEN, WARREN H. ALLEN, WILLIAM H. ALLEN, WILLIS BOYD (OBIT) ALLINSON, MARIAN E. ALLINSON, RICHARD T. ALLNZILL, LOUIS ALLSTON, HAROLD R. ALTRUSA CLUB ALUMINUM DRIVE ALUMINUM-SCRAP ALVORD, JOHN AMAZEEN, (REV) E.K. (OBIT) AMAZEEN, (REV) ELVIN K. AMAZEEN, (REV) ELVIN K. AMBROSE, HOMER AMBULANCE AMBULANCE FOR SPAIN AMEE, JOHN N. AMERICA-WARSHIP-1749 AMERICAN FRIENDS OF FRANCE AMERICAN FRIENDS OF FRANCE AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION (SHIP) AMERICAN LEGION AWARDS-1939 AMERICAN LEGION CONVENTION AMERICAN LEGION HOME AMERICAN LEGION MEDAL AWARDS AMERICAN LEGION-BOOMA POST AMERICAN RED CROSS AMERICAN RED CROSS AMERICAN RED CROSS AMERICAN RED CROSS AMERICAN RED CROSS AMERICAN-SYRIAN RELIEF ANANIA, AUGUST ANANIA, EDWARD 23 13 8 24 9 19 20 26 36 39 26 26 14 26 24 24 24 38 20 21 24 21 13 21 28 34 1 26 42 18 19 11 13 19 20 21 33 38 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES SEE ALSO: MOTOR CORPS-25 19 17 15 10 9 2 1 19 2 23 29 1 26 36 1942 1938 1936 1942-43 1936-37 1940-41 1941-42 1943-44 1947 1948-49 1943-44 1943-44 1938 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1948 1941-42 1941 1942-43 1941 1938 1941 1944-46 1947 1917 1943-44 1949 1939-40 1940-41 1937-38 1938 1940-41 1941-42 1941 1946 1948 1943 1940-41 1939 1938 1937 1936-37 1918 1917 1940-41 1918 1942 1945 1917 1943-44 1947 �ANANIA, EDWARD ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS ANDERSON, JOHN W. ANDERSON, ROBERT A. ANDERSON, ROBERT A. (FUNERAL) ANDERSON, WALTER M. ANDREWS, CHARLES ANDREWS, (CMDR) CHARLES H. ANDREWS, CLYDE A. ANIMAL RESCUE ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE OF ROCK. APPLETON, (GEN) FRANCIS ARCHIBALD, (LIEUT) CLYDE W. ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE ARGEREOW, SARAH ARMISTICE ARMISTICE DAY ARMISTICE DAY-1938 ARMISTICE-WWI ARMSDEN, DOUGLAS ARMY ARMY ADVISORY BOARD ARMY AIR CORPS ARMY LIST-DEAD AND MISSING ARMY WEEK OBSERVED ARMY-NAVY BUILDING ARMY-NAVY BLDG-REPAIRS VOTED ARMY NURSE CORPS ARRINGTON, JAMES ARTILLERY PRACTICE ARUNDEL-KENNEBUNKPORT AS THE EARTH TURNS (PLAY) ASPHALT PLANT ASSEMBLY HOUSE ASSESSORS ASSOCIATION OF QUARTERMEN ATHENAEUM ATHENAEUM ATHENAEUM ATHENAEUM ATHENAEUM ATHENAEUM ATHENAEUM ATHENAEUM ATHENIA SURVIVORS ATHLETICS-SCHOOL ATKINSON HOUSE ATLANTIC HEIGHTS ATLANTIC HEIGHTS-HANSCOM PK ATLANTIC HEIGHTS HOUSING PROJECT ATLANTIC HTS. HOUSING PROJECT ATLANTIC HTS. HOUSING PROJECT 39 38 24 35 36 28 28 39 24 20 11 18 9 16 3 11 26 2 18 12 21 20 SEE ALSO: U.S. ARMY 40 20 31 35 1948-49 1948 1942-43 1947 1947 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1942-43 1941-42 1937-38 1939-40 1936-37 1939 1919 1937-38 1943-44 1918 1939-40 1938 1941 1941-42 1949 1941-42 1946 1947 SEE ALSO: USO 25 20 13 20 11 19 38 5 37 28 12 15 19 34 39 40 7 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH ATHENAEUM 18 38 5 2 27 20 21 SEE ALSO: HOUSING-DEFENSE-21 1943 1941-42 1938 1941-42 1937-38 1940-41 1948 1932 1948 1944-46 1938 1938 1940-41 1947 1948-49 1949 1934 1939-40 1948 1932 1918 1944 1941-42 1941 1941 �ATLANTIC SHIPBUILDING CORP. ATLANTIC SHIPYARD ATOM PLANT-GREAT BAY ATOM WORK ATWELL, RALPH AUSTRALIA-PORTSMOUTH RECRUITS AUTOMOBILE DRIVING COURSE AUTOMOBILE REGISTRATION AUTOMOBILES-ANCIENT-TOUR AUTOMOBILES-SOLD BY CITY AUTOS TO TRAINING CAMPS AVIATION-AIR SHOW AVIATION-SEARCH FOR FLIER AVIATION CADET EXAMINING BOARD AYLER, EDSON AYLWARD, THEODORE C. 2 1 38 39 39 24 37 41 35 37 1 40 40 26 24 24 1918 1917 1948 1948-49 1948-49 1942-43 1948 1949 1947 1948 1917 1949 1949 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 �B & M TRUCK DRIVERS-STRIKES BADGER, (LIEUT) PHILIP B. BADGER, (MR & MRS) D.W.-60TH BADGER, D.CHESTER BADGER, FRANCES BADGER, FRANK W. (OBIT) BADGER, PHILLIPS B. (OBIT) BADGER, RALPH BADGER,UNA BADGER, VOLNEY C. BAHAI SCHOOL-ELIOT BAILEY, CLARENCE BAILEY, THOMAS (ARTIST) BAILEY,(REV) J.A. (OBIT) BALLARD, (CAPT) ROBERT J. BALLARD, WM. M. (OBIT) BALOGH, ERNO BAND CONCERTS BAND INSTRUCTION BANKHEAD, TALLULAS BANKS BANKS BANKS-FIRST NATIONAL BANKS-NEW HAMPSHIRE NATIONAL BANKS-NH NATIONAL BANKS-NH NATIONAL BANKS-NH NATIONAL-EMBEZZLE BANKS-PISCATAQUA SAVINGS BANKS-PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BANKS-PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BANKS-PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BANKS-PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BANKS-PORTSMOUTH TRUST & BAPTIST MISSIONARY SOCIElY BAR ASSN. -ROCKINGHAM COUTY BARKER, (SARGE) FLOYD (DEATH) BARNABEE, HENRY C. BARRACKS BARRELL HOMESTEAD (YORK) BARRETT, CLAYTON BARRETT,CLAYTONJAMES BARRETT, DANIEL BARRETT, JOHN E., JR. BARRETT, MICHAEL BARRETT, MICHAEL BARTLETT ST. EXTENSION BARTLETT STREET EXTENSION BARTLETT, JOSIAH BARTLETT, NATHANIEL BARTON, EDWARD J. BASEBALL CAMP BATCHELDER, CHARLES H. (OBIT) BATES, GEORGE ROBERT BATHELDER FAMILY 37 3 31 3 SEE: BLOOD DONATION-25 21 23 3 3 3 32 24 7 23 3 21 12 29 29 20 38 1948 1919 1946 1919 1943 1941 1942 1919 1919 1919 1946 1942-43 1934 1942 1919 1941 1938 1945 1945 1941-42 1948 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES 41 41 40 1949 1949 1949 SEE ALSO: NH NATIONAL BANK 34 41 35 37 40 41 33 21 37 3 23 20 8 24 26 3 24 37 37 38 39 21 9 26 35 39 26 17 1947 1949 1947 1948 1949 1949 1946 1941 1948 1919 1942 1941-42 1936 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1942-43 1948 1948 1948 1948-49 1941 1936-37 1943-44 1947 1948-49 1943-44 1939 �BATICK, MARGARET E. BATSON, (SARGE) WALLACE E. BATTERY D BAUER, ALBERT P. BAZZOCCHI, ANTHONY BAZZOCCHI, ANTHONY BEACON OIL CO. VS. ADVENT CH. BEANE, EDWARD RICHARDS BEATON, CHARLES L. BEATON, CHARLES L. BECHARD, ROBERT L. BEDELL, DANIEL F. BEEDE, RALPH BEEVERS, HARRY A. BELLEVILLE, FRANCIS G. BELL TAVERN BELL, (LIEUT) ERNEST L. BELLAMY, JOHN H. BELLEVILLE, FRANCIS G. BELLS BELMONT, ROBERT BEMIS, RUSSELL BENNETT, JAMES BENNETT, PHILIP BENNETT, PHILIP BENNETT, PHILIPP. BENNY, JACK BENSON, JOHN P. (OBIT) BEROUNSKY,ADOLPH BEROUNSKY, HENRY W. BERRY, (PRIV) CLIFFORD BERRY, MORRIS BERRY, RALPH G. BERTRAND, EUGENE S. BERWICK, ME BETTON, MATTHEW BETTON, WILLIAM BETTON, WILLIAM T BETTON, WM. J. BETZ, MARTIN 0. BILBRUCK, JAMES D. BILLS-STATE LEGISLATURE BIRT, LOUIS S. BISOGNANI, ROMEO BISSETT, ANDREW G. BISSETT, ANDREW G. BIXBY, (MRS) WM -90TH ANNIVER. BIZZOCHI, LOUIS R. BLACKOUT BLACKOUT, DIMOUT BLACKOUTS BLAISDELL, (DR) EDWIN C. (OBIT) BLAISDELL, EDWIN C. BLALOCK, RICHARD 39 3 20 24 24 28 31 24 31 39 24 39 24 26 24 5 3 5 26 SEE: PAUL REVERE BELL-37 24 24 24 3 24 26 24 36 24 24 3 24 3 24 10 3 26 26 39 36 24 34 24 24 28 39 31 24 20 23 19 30 18 36 1948-49 1919 1941-42 1942-43 1942-43 1944-46 1946 1942-43 1946 1948-49 1942-43 1948-49 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1932 1919 1932 1943-44 1948 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1919 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1947 1942-43 1942-43 1919 1942-43 1919 1942-43 1937 1919 1943-44 1943-44 1948-49 1947 1942-43 1947 1942-43 1942-43 1944-46 1948-49 1946 1942-43 1941-42 1942 1940-41 1945-46 1939-40 1947 �BLAY, RUTH-HANGING-1768 42 BLOOD DONATION 25 BLUEJACKETS 24 BLUE CROSS 34 BOARD OF EDUCATION 8 BOARD OF EDUCATION SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH BD OF ED BOAK, ROBERTS., JR. 26 BODGE, M. SEE : FISHING LURES-37 BOGER-SHATTUCK, MARTHA I. 24 BOISVERT, ALFRED J. 26 BOLAND, PAULINE M. (SHIP) 34 OOM~R ~ BOMBING TARGET RANGE 42 BOND ISSUE 32 BOND ISSUE 33 BOND ISSUE 35 BOND ISSUE 36 BOND ISSUE-1946 34 BOND ISSUE-1947 34 BOOK WEEK-1937 10 BOOKS 20 BOOKS & LIBRARIES 1 BOOKS AND LIBRARIES 2 BOOKS-LIBRARIES 29 BOOKS-LIBRARIES SEE ALSO: PPL-29 BOOMA, (LIEUT) FRANK (OBIT) 3 BOOMA, LT. FRANK 1 BOON ISLAND 38 BOONE ISLAND 11 BORTHWICK, DANIEL F. 9 BORTHWICK, JAMES (OBIT) 42 BOSEN, HENRY P. 26 BOSEN,KEMON 26 BOSEN, LEWIS T. 24 BOSEN, LEWIS 26 BOSEN, PETER H. 24 BOSS, KEITH A. 39 BOSS, VICTOR 3 BOSTON & MAINE RAILROAD 40 BOSTON & MAINE RAILROAD STAT. 39 BOSTON & MAINE RR 14 BOSTON & MAINE RR STATION 41 BOSTON AND MAINE BUS CO. 38 BOSTON AND MAINE R.R. STATION 38 BOUTWELL, LUTHER G. 24 BOVARD, (MRS) DOROTHY B. 37 BOVARD, (MRS) DOROTHY B. 39 BOWDOIN (SHIP) 20 BOWDOIN-SCHOONER-SAILS FOR ARCTIC SEE: MACMILLAN DONALD-36 BOWEN, BRIG . GEN. CHARLES F. 20 BOWEN, MARIA 10 BOY SCOUTS 31 BOY SCOUTS 34 BOY SCOUTS 36 1949 1943 1942-43 1947 1936 1943-44 1948 1942-43 1943-44 1947 1944-46 1949 1946 1946 1947 1947 1947 1947 1937 1941-42 1917 1918 1945 1945 1919 1917 1948 1937-38 1936-37 1949 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1948-49 1919 1949 1948-49 1938 1949 1948 1948 1942-43 1948 1948-49 1941-42 1947 1941-42 1937 1946 1947 1947 �BOY SCOUTS BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA:SEA BOYAN,THOMAS(OBIT) BOYD,GEORGE BOYD-RAYNES HOUSE BOYLSTON, HELEN D. BOYLSTON, HELEN DORE BOYNTON, WYMAN P. BOYNTON, WYMAN P. BOYNTON, WYMAN P. BOYNTON, WYMAN P. BRACKETT, (LIEIUT) GUY BRACKETT, CHARLES H. BRACKETT, DAVID HERMAN BRACKETT,GUY BRACKETT, GUY RANDALL BRACKETT, HELENA BRACKETT, HERMAN A. (OBIT) BRACKETT, MARY MONTGOMERY BRACKETT,NANCY BRACKETT, RALPH D. BARDBARD,MAX BRADBARD,MAX BRADFORD, PAULINE (OBIT) BRANCH, LLOYD FRANK BRANNIGAN, GLADYS BRANNIGAN, GLADYS BRANNIGAN, GLADYS H. BRANNIGAN, MRS.GLADYS BRATTLE ORGAN BRATTLE ORGAN BRAYTON, KENNETH D. BREAKFAST HILL RAID BRENNAN, (REV) JAMES H. (OBIT) BREWSTER, (REV) EDWARD H. BRIDES-PAGEANT OF BRIDGE COLLAPSE BRIDGE- KITTERY BRIDGE-(GEN) SULLIVAN BRIDGE-BADGER'S ISLAND BRIDGE-HAMPTON RIVER BRIDGE-HAMPTON RIVER BRIDGE-INTERSTATE BRIDGE-MEMORIAL BRIDGE-NEW CASTLE BRIDGE-PORTSMOUTH-KITTERY BRIDGE-PORTSMOUTH-KITTERY BRIDGE-PORTSMOUTH-KITTERY BRIDGE-SAGAMORE CREEK BRIDGE-SPRUCE CREEK BRIDGE-WENTWORTH ROAD BRIDGES-HAMPTON BRIDGES-INTERSTATE & GEN. SUL 38 42 21 42 7 5 8 9 23 26 31 36 3 11 24 24 26 24 23 17 39 11 24 26 21 24 11 17 9 6 15 5 26 SEE: P-HISTORY-BREAKFAST-30 27 36 16 18 2 SEE: GENERAL SULLIVAN BRIDGE 14 13 14 13 19 19 14 18 19 19 13 19 21 34 1948 1949 1941 1949 1934 1932 1936 1936-37 1942 1943-44 1946 1947 1919 1937-38 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1942 1939 1948-49 1937-38 1942-43 1943-44 1941 1942-43 1937-38 1939 1936-37 1933 1938 1932 1943-44 1945-46 1944 1947 1939 1939-40 1918 1938 1938 1938 1938 1940-41 1940-41 1938 1939-40 1940-41 1940-41 1938 1940-41 1941 1947 �BRIDGES-NAVY YARD BRIDGES-NEW CASTLE BRIDGES-SAGAMORE CREEK BRIDLE, RICHARD BRIGHTMAN, JOAN BRIGHTMAN, T. URSSELL BRITISH CIVILIAN TECHNICAL CORPS BRmSH LUMBER FIRM BRmSH NAVY BRITISH SAILORS BROCK, ROBERT BROMFIELD, LAWRENCE BROOKS, FRANK PICKERING BROOKS, JOHN BROWN, CHARLES RAND BROWN, DONALD K. BROWN, FREDERICK BROWN, IRA BROWN, IRA A. (MAYOR CANDIDATE) BROWN, IRA A.-CANDIDATE BROWN, IRA A.-INSPECTOR BROWN, JACK BROWN, JAMES WEBSTER BROWN, JOHN HERBERT, JR. BROWN, JOHN J. BROWN, RUSSELL F. BROWN, WALLACE H. BROWNING, ARTHUR J. BROWNTAIL MOTH BRUSTLE, HANS (WOODCARVER) BRYAN, HARRY B. BRYAN, HARRY W. BUCKLEY, GEORGE L. BUCKLEY, JAMES V. BUCKLEY, JOHN J. BUCKLEY, PAUL G. BUDGET BUDGET BUDGET-CITY BUDGET-CITY BUDGET-CITY BUDGET-CITY BUDGET-CITY BUDGET-COUNTY BUDGET-STATE BUDGETS, PORTSMOUTH BUDGETS-1937,1938 BUILDING INDUSTRY BUILDING PERMITS BUILDING PERMITS BULFINCH, CHARLES BUNDLES FOR AMERICA BUNDLES FOR BRITAIN BUNDLES FOR BRITAIN 21 21 21 20 39 26 20 SEE: INDUSTRY-35 39 20 24 24 26 24 3 26 39 27 30 42 29 26 3 28 26 28 24 26 29 SEE: WOODCARVER-18 24 24 39 24 24 24 33 34 25 32 37 40 41 37 40 8 14 37 33 34 19 23 20 21 1941 1941 1941 1941-42 1948-49 1943-44 1941-42 1947 1948-49 1941-42 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1943-44 1948-49 1944 1945-46 1949 1945 1943-44 1919 1944-46 1943-44 1944-46 1942-43 1943-44 1945 1939-40 1942-43 1942-43 1948-49 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1946 1947 1943 1946 1948 1949 1949 1948 1949 1936 1938 1948 1946 1947 1940-41 1942 1941-42 1941 �BURGESS, THORNTON W. BURKE, (PRIV) SHERMAN F. BURKE, HAROLD E. BURKE, VALERIE BURKHARDT,JOHNNY BURLEIGH, LALWRENCE C. BURNETTE, WADE BURNS,ROBERT BUS FARES BUS LINES BUS STRIKE BUSINESS BUSINESS BUSINESS CENSUS BUTLER, ARTHUR F. BUTLER, (CORP) FRANKLIN E. BUTLER, (REV) FRANCES E. BUTLER, FRANK D. (OBIT) BYRNS, BARBARA ANN-MURALS 13 3 3 26 26 26 24 26 38 35 32 38 41 40 26 3 30 23 27 1938 1919 1919 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1948 1947 1946 1948 1949 1949 1943-44 1919 1945-46 1942 1944 �CABLE STATION-RYE BEACH CAIRNS, (REV) A.A. (OBIT) CAMERA CLUB ORGANIZED CAMP/HOSPITAL COUNCIL CAMP LANGDON CAMP LANGDON CAMP LANGDON CAMP LANGDON CAMP LANGDON, N.C.-USE OF CAMP LANGDON-MURALS CAMPBELL, RALPH CAMPBELL, WARREN W. CAMUSO, JOHN CANDIA, NH-LANG MANSION CANDLEMASS SERVICE CANDLEMASS-ST. JOHNS CANINE CEMETERY CANNERY CANNON, GEORGE J. CANON, LAWRENCE A. CARBONNEAU, HENRY J., JR. CAREY, DENNIS J. CAREY, WILLIAM CARIO, WILLIAM CARIO, WILLIAM CARKIN, {PRIV) WALTER R. CARLTON, RANSOM CARNARVON, LADY CARPENTERS CARPENTERS'STRIKE CARROLL, GLADYS H. CARROLL, GLADYS HASTY CARROLL, JOHN J. CARROLL, ROBERT M. CARSON (PRIV) CHARLES W. CARSON, JOHN W. CARTER, HANNAH FERNALD CARTER, JOHN (CONCERT) CARTER, JOHN (CONCERT) CARSON, JOHN W. CASH, FRANCIS W. CASH, (LIEUT) JOHN L. CASHMAN, WILLIAM N. CASWELL, CHARLES H., JR. CATHOLIC BOOK WEEK CATHOLCI CHAPLIN CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AM. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AM. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AM. CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AM. CATHOLIC LAYMEN CATHOLIC TEACHER INSTITUTE CEMENT BLOCK CO. CEMETERIES-CARE OF 4 19 11 20 20 23 35 38 42 SEE: MURALS-21 3 26 24 11 9 7 19 38 3 24 26 3 24 15 17 3 24 14 37 40 13 18 39 36 3 24 14 15 16 24 24 3 26 26 11 20 35 37 38 8 38 42 32 23 1920 1940-41 1937-38 1941-42 1941-42 1942 1947 1948 1949 1941 1919 1943-44 1942-43 1937-38 1936-37 1934 1940-41 1948 1919 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1942-43 1938 1939 1919 1942-43 1938 1948 1949 1938 1939-40 1948-49 1947 1919 1942-443 1938 1938 1939 1942-43 1942-43 1919 1943-44 1943-44 1937-38 1941-42 1947 1948 1948 1936 1948 1949 1946 1942 �CEMETERIES-CONDffiON CEMETERIES-PORTS. HISTORICAL CEMETERY INSCRIPTIONS CEMETERY-PLEASANT ST. CENSUS-PORTSMOUTH CENTENNIAL CENTRAL FIRE STATION CHABOT, FELIX J. CHAFFEE, OLIVE G. (OBIT) CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHANDLER, MELVIN H. CHAPEL, ARMY CHAPMAN, FANNIE C. (OBIT) CHARTER, CITY CHARTER, G.K. CHASE, A. RICHARD CHASE, CLIFFORD CHASE HOME CHASE HOME CHASE HOME FOR CHILDREN CHASE HOME-REPORT CHENEY, RUSSELL CHENEY, RUSSELL CHENEY, RUSSELL CHENEY, RUSSELL CHENEY, RUSSELL CHENEY, RUSSELL (OBIT) CHENEY, RUSSELL-EXHIBIT CHERRY, EDWARD CHICK, CHARLES W. CHICK, EDWARD M., JR. CHILD LABOR CHOIR FESTIVAL-1939 CHRIST CHURCH CHRIST CHURCH-FAIR CHRISTIAN CHURCH-CONFERENCE CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE 29 14 37 8 19 40 4 24 18 11 25 31 32 33 34 35 37 38 40 41 9 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH C OF C 28 20 21 7 26 20 26 15 38 37 9 11 36 5 7 9 30 8 24 3 26 32 16 20 14 42 20 24 29 38 41 19 1945 1938 1948 1936 1940-41 1949 1920 1942-43 1939-40 1937-38 1943 1946 1946 1946 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1936-37 1944-46 1941-42 1941 1934 1943-44 1941-42 1943-44 1938 1948 1948 1936-37 1937-38 1947 1932 1934 1936-37 1945-46 1936 1942-43 1919 1943-44 1946 1939 1941-42 1938 1949 1941 1942-43 1945 1948 1949 1940-41 �CHRISTMAS IN PORTSMOLJTH-1936 CHRISTMAS-1937 CHRISTMAS-1938 CHRISTMAS-1946 CHURCHES CHURCHES CHURCHES CHURCHES CHURCHES-ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCHES-BAPTIST CHURCHES-COUNCIL OF CHURCHES-COURT ST. CHRISTIAN CHURCHES-COURT ST. CHRISTIAN CHURCHES-COURT ST. CHRISTIAN CHURCHES-COURT ST.-CHRISTIAN CHURCHES-FIRST METHODIST CHURCHES-GREEK CHURCH CHURCHES-LITTLE HARBOR CHAP CHURCHES-LITTLE HARBOR CHAP CHURCHES-METHODIST CHURCHES-MIDDLE ST. BAPTIST CHURCHES-NORTH CHURCHES-NORTH CHURCHES-NORTH CHURCH CHURCHES-NORTH CONGREGA. CHURCHES-ST. JOHN'S CHURCHES-ST. JOHN'S CHURCHES-ST. JOHN'S CHURCHES-ST. JOHN'S CHURCHES-ST. JOHN'S CHURCHES-ST. NICHOLAS CHURCHES-ST. PATRICK'S CHURCHES-UNITARIAN UNIVERSAL CHURCHES-UNITARIAN-UNIVERSAL CHURCHES-UNITARIAN-UNIVERSAL CHURCH ES-UNIVERSALIST-FIRE CILLEY, BARBARA J. CINCINNATI, SOCIETY OF CINCINNATI, SOCIETY OF CIRCUIT ROAD CITY [DEPARTMENT] CITY APPROPRIATION CITY AUDIT CITY AUDIT CITY AUDIT CITY AUDITOR CITY BUDGET CITY BUDGET-1938 CITY BUDGET-1939 CITY BUDGET-TAX RATES CITY CHARTER CITY CLERK CITY CLERK CITY CLUB 9 1936-37 11 1937-38 12 1938 33 1946 4 1920 41 1949 7 1934 SEE ALSO : INDIVIDUAL NAMES 38 1948 33 1946 37 1948 33 1946 34 1947 38 1948 31 1946 25 1943 38 1948 25 1943 33 1946 38 1948 35 1947 34 1947 35 1947 37 1948 33 1946 11 1937-38 33 1946 34 1947 35 1947 37 1948 11 1937-38 35 1947 35 1947 37 1948 38 1948 34 1947 26 1943-44 14 1938 17 1939 38 1948 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH [DEPARTMENT] 25 1943 34 1947 37 1948 38 1948 38 1948 38 1948 11 1937-38 12 1938 19 1940-41 6 1933 37 1948 41 1949 37 1948 �CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL (1947) CITY COUNCIL (1948) CITY COUNCIL-BOND ISSUE CITY COUNCIL-BUDGET-1939 CITY COUNCIL-COMMITTEES NAME CITY COUNCIL-DISC. REC. PLAN. BD. CITY COUNCIL-INAUGURAL AD CITY COUNCIL-PARKING-TAXI REG. CITY COUNCIL-PLANS FOR MEMOR. CITY COUNCIL-TO BORROW$ CITY DEPARTMENTS CITY DUMP CITY EQUIPMENT CITY EQUIPMENT CITY GOVERNMENT-1936 CITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER BILL CITY MANAGER PLAN CITY MANAGER REFERENDUM CITY MANAGER SYSTEM CITY MANAGER SYSTEM CITY MANAGER-PLAN CITY OFFICIALS-1938 CITY OFFICIALS-1939 CITY OFFICIALS-APPOINTED CITY ORDINANCES CITY PROPERTY CITY SOLICITOR CITY SOLICITOR CITY SOLICITOR CITY SOLICITOR CITY TRUST FUNDS CITY VALUATION CITY YARD LABORERS CITY YARD SITE CIVIC ASSOCIATION CIVIC ASSOCIATION CIVIC ASSOCIATION CIVIC CENTER 10 11 15 32 33 34 37 38 40 41 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH CITY C. 36 36 31 17 31 31 31 31 31 31 41 40 32 34 7 36 37 38 40 41 35 35 SEE: ELECTION-CITY-41 33 37 34 11 12 34 34 34 34 37 38 40 34 41 33 31 34 37 38 33 1937 1937-38 1938 1946 1946 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1947 1947 1946 1939 1946 1946 1946 1946 1946 1946 1949 1949 1946 1947 1934 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1947 1947 1949 1946 1948 1947 1937-38 1938 1947 1947 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1947 1949 1946 1946 1947 1948 1948 1946 �CIVIC ORCHESTRA CIVIC PATROL CIVIC THEATER CIVIC THEATER CIVIC THEATRE CIVIL AERONAUTIC AUTHORITY CIVIL AIR PATROL CIVIL SERVICE RETIREMENT GRP. CIVIL SERVICE-POSillONS OPEN CIVIL WAR REGIMENTS CIVIL WAR VETERANS CIVIL WAR VETERANS CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CORPS CIVILIAN DEFENSE CIVILIAN DEFENSE CLAGGETT, WYSEMAN CLARK, ARTHUR M. (OBIT) CLARK, BRADLEY M. (OBIT) CLARK, EDWIN L. CLARK, ELMER E. (OBIT) CLARK, EMERSON S. CLARK, ROBERT CLAUS, CHARLES S. CLEAN UP CAMPAIGN CLEAN-UP CAMPAIGN CLEAN-UP WEEK CLEMENS,HAROLD CLIPPER SHIPS CLIPPER SHIPS CLOCK WINDER CLOTHING-APPEAL FOR CLOUGH, HAROLD P.. CLOUTIER, WILFRED C. COAL MINERS STRIKE COAL SHORTAGE COAL SHORTAGE COAL STRIKE COAN, HUBERT E. COAST ARTILLERY COAST ARTILLERY, 22ND COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COAST GUARD COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COASTGUARD COAST GUARD CUTTER-HUDSON COAST GUARD STATION-HAMPTON 8 20 32 SEE ALSO: SIGN-CIVIC THEATER-33 29 20 23 33 21 SEE: P.-HISTORY-CIVIL WAR-30 10 9 20 23 SEE ALSO: AIR RAIDS-23 5 19 39 24 42 26 24 26 31 21 35 26 16 SEE ALSO: WEDGWOOD PLATES-14 32 42 3 24 31 1 2 33 28 40 20 13 17 31 32 34 35 36 37 38 41 9 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH CG & U.S.CG 7 14 1936 1941-42 1946 1946 1945 1941-42 1942 1946 1941 1945-46 1937 1936-37 1941-42 1942 1942 1932 1940-41 1948-49 1942-43 1949 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1946 1941 1947 1943-44 1939 1938 1946 1949 1919 1942-43 1946 1917 1918 1946 1944-46 1949 1941-42 1938 1939 1946 1946 1947 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1936-37 1934 1938 �COAST GUARD STATION-RYE COAST GUARD-NORTH BEACH STA COAST INSTALLATIONS-SALE BY COASTAL WARDEN BILL COASTLINE-EROSION COCCHIARE, LUCIO T. COCCHIARO, MICHAEL COCHRAN, ELVIN P. COFFEY, CORNELIUS E. COFFEY, JOSEPH F. COFFIN, R.P.T.-READING COFFIN, ROBERT P.T. COFFIN, ROBERT P.T. COGAN, GEORGE T. COGSWELL, (CAPT) FRANCIS COGSWELL, (LIEUT) FRANCIS COHEN, FLORENCE COHEN, JOSEPH COHEN, (MRS) SAMUEL M. COLBURN, BERTHA (OBIT) COLE, (REAR ADMIRAL) CYRUS W. COLE, (REAR ADMIRAL) CYRUS W. COLE, GOODY COLE, RICHARD E. COLEMAN, ERNEST L. COLEMAN,NATHANIEL COLEMAN FAMILY REUNION COLEMAN REUNION-1939 COLLINS, PETER W. COLLINS, (SARGE) THOMAS ERNEST COLLINS, THOS. E. (OBIT) COLOMBO, JOSEPH COLONIAL DAMES COLONIAL DAMES COLONIAL DAMES SOCIETY COMEAU, (SARGE) OMER J. COMFORT STATION COMFORT STATION COMFORT STATION COMFORT STATION COMFORT STATION COMFORT STATION COMFORT STATION COMFORT STATION COMFORT STATION COMIC BOOKS-PTA OPENS CLEAN COMMITTEE TO DEFEND AMERICA COMMUNITY CENTER COMMUNITY CENTER COMMUNITY CENTER (U.S.O.) COMMUNITY CENTER COM. COMMUNITY CENTER-HALLOWEEN COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST 18 33 42 40 14 26 28 28 3 3 SEE: WARNER HOUSE-37 37 38 13 17 3 26 24 38 21 18 19 11 26 26 24 21 17 24 3 42 24 17 25 38 3 29 31 33 34 35 36 37 38 40 39 19 36 37 35 38 41 32 34 1939-40 1946 1949 1949 1938 1943-44 1944-46 1944-46 1919 1919 1948 1948 1948 1938 1939 1919 1943-44 1942-43 1948 1941 1939-40 1940-41 1937-38 1943-33 1943-44 1942-43 1941 1939 1942-43 1919 1949 1942-43 1939 1943 1948 1919 1945 1946 1946 1947 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1948-49 1940-41 1947 1948 1947 1948 1949 1946 1947 �COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST FUND DRIVE COMMUNITY CHEST-DRIVE COMMUNITY CHORUS COMMUNITY CONCERT ASSN. COMMUNITY WAR WORK CONCORD, NH-NORTH CHURCH CONCRETE PLANT CONGREGATIONAL CHRISTIAN CON. CONNELL, ERLWEIN CONNELLY, (PRIV) JOHN CONNER, JOSEPH P. (OBIT) CONNER, JOSEPH P.-POSTMASTER CONNORS, JOHN (OBIT) CONNORS, JOHN C. CONSTITUTION (FRIGATE) CONSTITUTION DAY CONSTITUTION DAY-MARCH 2 CONSTITUTION-CELEBRATION CONSTITUTION-RATIFICATION OF CONSTITUTION-SESQUICENTENNIAL CONSTITUTIONAL CONVEN., 1789 CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION CONSTITUTIONAL DAY CONSTRUCTION-DROPS CONVERSE, ALICE G. CONVERSE, ALICE CONVERSE,PARKER CONVICT SHIP CONWAY, (PRIV) PATRICK COOK, CHARLES H. COOK, CHARLES H. COOK (DR.) ED C. (OBIT) COOK,HAROLD COOK, HAROLD COOK, HARRY COOKSON, EDWIN A. COPELAND, EUGENE COPLEY, JAMES R., JR. COPPLESTONE,(REV)J.IREMAYNE CORAN, (LIEUT) GEORGE W. CORBIN, RUSSELL L. CORNISH, WILBUR G. COSTIGAN, CHARLES HARRISON COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN COUNTRY CLUB 35 36 37 38 40 41 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH COM. CHEST 29 33 38 37 1 15 32 9 24 3 33 9 3 26 4 8 11 14 15 9 15 37 13 41 24 26 26 5 3 20 26 19 24 26 24 24 39 24 36 3 26 3 26 18 38 41 34 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1945 1946 1948 1948 1917 1938 1946 1936-37 1942-43 1919 1946 1936-37 1919 1943-44 1920 1936 1937-38 1938 1938 1936-37 1938 1948 1938 1949 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1932 1919 1941-42 1943-44 1940-41 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1948-49 1942-43 1947 1919 1943-44 1919 1943-44 1939-40 1948 1949 1947 �COUNTRY CLUB COUNTRY CLUB COUNTY BUDGET COUNTY BUDGET COUNTY CLUB COUNTY COMMISSION COUNTY GOVERNMENT-COST COURT HOUSE-REST ROOMS COURT ST. CHURCH COURTHOUSE CRAIG, WILLIAM N. CRAM FAMILY CRAWFORD NOTCH CRAWFORD, GEORGE C. CRESS, ADELBERT CRIME CROCKER, BERTRAM CROMPTON, BOB CRONIN, (SARGE) WILLIAM F. CROSBY, RAY A. CROWLEY, (PRIV) DANIEL J. CROWLEY, JEREMIAH CULBERSON, JAMES M CULBERSON, JAMES M. CULBERSON, JAMES M. CULLEN, (PRIV) WILLIAM H. CULLINAN, (CADET) JOHN FRANCIS CURFEW CURFEW FOR CHILDREN CURRAN, JOHN T. CURRIER, ANDREW L. CURRIER, FREDERICK CURRIER, HAROLD N. (DEATH) CURRIER, LAWRENCE CURRIER, RICHARD D. (OBIT) CURTIS, (REV) HAROLD W.-RESIGNA. CURTIS, MISS ADDIE A. CURTIS, ROBERT CURTIS, WALLIS S. CUSHING, (DR.) HARVEY (OBIT) CUSHING, ANNA SHEAFE (OBIT) CUSTOMS HOUSE CUSTOMS HOUSE CUSTOMS, U.S.-lS0TH ANNIVER. CUTTS, JOSEPH C. (OBIT) CYCLONE 40 41 37 40 37 40 40 37 7 40 26 9 10 28 39 37 24 39 3 26 3 3 13 38 39 3 3 23 41 24 26 3 3 3 36 30 9 24 26 18 19 12 1949 1949 1948 1949 1948 1949 1949 1948 1934 1949 1943-44 1936-37 1937 1944-46 1948-49 1948 1942-43 1948-49 1919 1943-44 1919 1919 1938 1948 1948-49 1919 1919 1942 1949 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1919 1919 1947 1945-46 1936-37 1942-43 1943-44 1939-40 1940-41 1938 SEE ALSO: U.S. CUSTOMS HOUSE 17 18 SEE: HAMPTON BEACH, NH-CYC-38 1939 1939-40 1948 �D.A.R. D.A.R. D.A.R. D.A.R. D.A.R. D.A.R. D.A.R. D.A.R. RANGER CHAPTER D.A.R.-ESSAY D.A.R.-PRIZE ESSAYS D.A.R.-YORK CHAPTER DALE, CHARLES DALE, (GOV) CHARLES M. DALE, CHARLES M. DALE, CHARLES M. DALE, CHARLES M. DALE, CHARLES M. DALE, CHARLES M. DALE, CHARLES M. DALE, MARIAN DALE, THOMAS MARVIN DALLA MURA, BART M., JR. DALLA MURA, RICHARD DALLAS, (BISHOP) JOHN T. DAME, RICHARD DANIEL ST.-PROPOSED CLOSING DANIEL STREET TRAFFIC DANIEL STREET-ORIGIN OF NAME DANIEL, EUGENE (OBIT) DANIELS STREET-TRAFFIC DANIELSON, FRANCIS H. DARBY, (REV) W.J. DAUGHTERS OF THE AM REV. DAUGHTERS OF THE AM. REV. DAVIDSON, BARBARA DAVIDSON, GEORGE DAVIS, CURTIS DAVIS, EDWARD TRUE DAVIS, HENRY F. D. DAVIS, JOHN T. (OBIT) DAVIS, ROBERT DAVIS, WILLIAM DAVISON, ROBERT DAWSON, GEORGE, JR. DAWSON, GEORGE RICHARD DAWSON, STEWART S. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME DE COURCY, ARTHUR (OBIT) DE COURCY, JOHN H. DE MOLAY DE MOLAY DE ROCHEMONT, L. DE ROCHEMONT, LOUIS 13 1938 18 1939-40 19 1940-41 23 1942 36 1947 8 1936 SEE ALSO: DAUGHTERS OF THE AM. REV. 11 1937-38 11 1937-38 1936-37 9 11 1937-38 1941-42 20 29 1945 19 1940-41 1943-44 26 27 1944 40 1949 41 1949 42 1949 28 1944-46 1940-41 19 1948-49 39 36 1947 1937-38 11 11 1937-38 21 1941 SEE: TRAFFIC-34 1947 42 1949 42 1949 41 1949 1942-43 24 1940-41 19 SEE ALSO: D.A.R. 41 1949 24 1942-43 1942-43 24 1942-43 24 26 1943-44 1944-46 28 1945-46 30 24 1942-43 1943-44 26 1943-44 26 1943-44 26 1919 3 1942-43 24 1944-46 28 1946 31 1942 23 1942-43 24 1947 34 1947 35 1940-41 SEE ALSO: RAMPARTS WE WATCH 1942-43 24 �DE ROCHEMONT, LOUIS DE ROCHEMONT, LOUIS B. DE ROCHEMONT, LOUIS-AWARD DE ROCHEMONT, LOUIS-FILMS DE ROCHEMONT, LOUIS-MOVIES DE ROCHEMONT-MOVING PICTURES DEALY, ROBERT DEAN, R. M., JR. DEATH RATE DEBT-MUNICIPAL DECATUR,(LIEUT)STEPHEN DECATUR, STEPHEN DECATUR, STEPHEN DECATUR, STEPHEN (PORTRAIT) DECOURCY, HARRISON A. DEFENSE BONDS & STAMPS-DALE DEFENSE CLASSES DEGROSS, MARY DEMOLAY, 16TH ANNIVERSARY DENIG, (COL) ROBERT DENIG, ROBERT L. DENIS, (SGT) LEON DENMAN, W.L. (OBIT) DENNETT, (LIEUT) PAUL C. (DEATH) DENNETT,ALEXANDER DENNETT,ARMISTEAD DESTEFANO,J.ALBERT DESTEFANO,JOSEPH DEVOE,GEORGE DEWEY, (ADMIRAL) GEORGE DIBBERT, (MRS) K. SHANNON DIBBERT, ROBERT M. DIBBERT, WILLIAM B. DICKEY, (LIEUT) RALPH COOPER DIFILIPPO, JOSEPH G. DIONNE, ROLAND 0. DIPHTHERIA EPIDEMIC DIRECTORY-CITY DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS DISBALED AMERICAN VETERANS DISMUKES, (ADM) DOUGLAS E. DISMUKES, (R ADM) DOUGLAS E. DISMUKES, (RR ADM) DOUGLAS E. DISMUKES, DOUGLAS (OBIT) DISTRICT NURSING ASSN. DISTRICT NURSING ASSN. DISTRICT NURSING ASSN. DISTRICT NURSING ASSN. DISTRICT NURSING ASSN. DISTRICT NURSING ASSO. DISTRICT NURSING ASSOCIATION DISTRICT NURSING ASSOCIATION DISTRICT NURSING BOARD DIVERS 27 30 21 SEE ALSO: FILMS-38 39 37 26 28 37 27 3 15 9 37 3 21 20 19 11 9 28 42 42 3 7 20 26 24 3 9 33 26 24 3 3 24 29 41 27 37 31 27 30 42 12 34 37 38 41 42 11 35 32 34 1944 1945-46 1941 1948 1948-49 1948 1943-44 1944-46 1948 1944 1919 1938 1936-37 1948 1919 1941 1941-42 1940-41 1937-38 1936-37 1944-46 1949 1949 1919 1934 1941-42 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1936-37 1946 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1919 1942-43 1945 1949 1944 1948 1946 1944 1945-46 1949 1938 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1937-38 1947 1946 1947 �DIVIDEND TAX 14 DIVING HELMETS 39 DIXON, HARRY W. 3 DOBLE, ALAN F. 26 DOBLE, NORMAN 24 DOBLE, NORMAN J. 26 DOBLE, PAUL 24 DOBLE, PAUL A. 26 DOBLE, PAUL A. (FUNERAL) 38 DODGE HOME 9 DODGE, FLORENCE (OBIT) 19 DODGE, HOWARTH J., JR. 24 DODGE, JOHN 26 DOG SLED TREK 19 DONDERO, EDWARD F. 39 DONDERO, EILEEN 24 DONDERO, MARY C. 20 DONDERO, (MAYOR) MARY C. 29 DONDERO, (MAYOR) MARY C. 32 DONDERO, CARLOTTA 28 DONDERO, CARLOTTA 31 DONDERO, EILEEN 39 DONDERO,MARY 27 DONDERO, MARY C. 19 DONDERO, MARY C. 36 DONDERO, MARY C. 37 DONDERO, MARY C. 38 DONDERO, MARY C.-MEET. W. TRUMAN 28 DONEGAN,HERMAN 26 DONINI, NELLO 24 DONNELL, WARREN CLIFTON 3 DOODA, JOSEPH J. 24 DORE, WILLIAM F. 24 DORNEY, WILLIAM A., JR. 20 DORNEY, WILLIAM 24 DOUGLAS, (PRIV) ROSCOE A. 3 SEE ALSO: GENERAL SULLIVAN DOVER POINT BRIDGE DOVER PT. BRIDGE 6 DOVER,NH 6 DOVER, NH-MASSACRE 10 DOW, JOHN H. 3 26 DOWD, JAMES R. DOWDELL, (CORP) RALPH E. 3 DOWDELL, (SARGE) RALPH E. 3 DOWN, HORACE STACEY 3 DOWNES, CHARLES S. 26 DOWNING, (SARGE) LAWRENCE E. 3 3 DOWNING, BENJAMIN F. 24 DOWNS, EDWARD DOWNS, FREDERICK JOSEPH 24 24 DOWNS, JOHN W. 24 DOWNS, PAUL V. 24 DOWNS, ROSCOE W. 28 DOWNS, ROSCOE W. (MRS.) 1938 1948-49 1919 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1948 1936-37 1940-41 1942-43 1943-44 1940-41 1948-49 1942-43 1941-42 1945 1946 1944-46 1946 1948-49 1944 1940-41 1947 1948 1948 1944-46 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1942-43 1942-43 1941-42 1942-43 1919 1933 1933 1937 1919 1943-44 1919 1919 1919 1943 1919 1919 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1944-46 �DOWNS, VINCENT DOWNS, WILLIAM, JR. DOZIER, HENRY DOZIER, HENRY H. DOZIER, HENRY H. DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT BOARD DRAFT BOARD LISTS DRAFT BOARD-LIST OF DRAFTEES DRAFT BOARD-VOLUNTEER PHYSICIANS DRAFT BOARDS CLOSE DRAFT BOARD OFFICIALS DRAFT OFFICE-TO BE CLOSED DRAKE, ABRAM J. DRAMATIC WORKSHOP DRELLER, LOUIS DRELLER, (REAR ADMIRAL) LOUIS DRELLER, LOUIS DREW, HARRY R. DREW, KENNETH DRINKWATER, (CAPT) STANLEY A. DRISCOLL, (PRIV) DENNIS DROBISEWSKI, JANE DROUET, HENRY (OBIT) DRY DOCK-NEW DRYDOCKS DUARD, GEORGE ROBERT DUBE, EVERETT]. DUBOIS, HARRY TAYLOR DUCKER, GEORGE H. DUDLEY, SIDNEY E. DUNCAN, TAYLOR A. DUNN, (COL.) WALTER K. DUNN, WALTER K. DUNN, (REV) ROBERT DUNSANY, LORD DURANTE, JIMMY DURARD, ELMER CLEVELAND DURARD, JACOB MADOX DURARD,LUTON DURELL, WALTER T. DURGIN, (DR) HENRY I. DURGIN, (DR.) HENRY I. DURGIN, ROBERT 0. DUSSEAULT, ALBERT, JR. DUSTIN, HANNAH DUSTIN,HANNAH DUTTON, (CORP) HAROLD C. (OBIT) DYKE, JOHN R. 24 24 24 26 28 20 24 38 SEE ALSO: SELECTIVE SERVICE 2 1 28 41 20 32 18 32 28 39 3 3 24 34 3 24 23 SEE: PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-21 7 3 24 24 10 28 28 20 28 39 2 20 3 3 3 26 11 17 24 24 12 15 3 24 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1944-46 1941-42 1942-43 1948 1918 1917 1944-46 1949 1941-42 1946 1939-40 1946 1944-46 1948-49 1919 1919 1942-43 1947 1919 1942-43 1942 1941 1934 1919 19424-43 1942-43 1937 1944-46 1944-46 1941-42 1944-46 1948-49 1918 1941-42 1919 1919 1919 1943-44 1937-38 1939 1942-43 1942-43 1938 1938 1919 1942-43 �EARTHQUAKE EASTER SEAL FUND EASTER SERVICES EASTERN RR-FREIGHT HOUSE EASTERN RR-WHARF EASTMAN, (DR.) EUGENE EASTMAN, WILFRED A. EATON, HENRY A. EATON, HENRY H. EATON, HENRY R. EATON, PEGGY EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES EDWARDS, HOUSTON E. ELDER, CHARLES M. ELDREDGE BREWING CO.-TAX CASE ELDRIDGE, JACK ELECTION ELECTION ELECTION ELECTION LAWS ELECTION-CITY ELECTION-CITY ELECTION-CITY COUNCIL, SCHOOL ELECTION-CITY COUNCIL-SCHOOL ELECTION-PRIMARY ELECTION-RECOUNT OF VOTES ELECTIONS-MUNICIPAL ELECTRIC LJGHT RATES ELECTRIC POWER-NH PUBLJC SERV. ELECTRICITY RATES ELJOT CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH ELIOT, ME-CONGREGATIONAL CH. ELIOT, ME-METHODIST CHURCH ELIOT, ME-STORM ELIOT, ME-WAR MEMORIAL ELKS ELKS-HISTORY ELKS-LODGE ELWYN PARK ELWYN, THOMAS LANGDON EMANCIPATION-ANNIVERSARY EMERY, (MRS.) WOODBURY EMERY, BAILEY V. (OBIT) EMERY, J.H. (OBIT) EMERY, PRISCILLA EMERY, ROBERT W. EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT SERVICE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE EMPLOYMENT-POSTWAR-VETS ENDICOTT ROCK ENGLAND-AIR WAR ENGLERT, THOMAS W. ENGLJSH BOY CHORISTERS 19 40 21 7 7 6 17 24 24 24 24 42 24 24 21 3 32 35 38 34 36 41 35 36 32 35 27 31 41 40 13 30 15 19 10 20 12 42 35 9 SEE: NEGRO COMMUNITY-34 23 14 21 24 24 SEE ALSO: STATE EMPLOYMENT SERV. 35 SEE ALSO: U.S. EMPLOYMENT SERVICE 27 15 21 24 11 1940-41 1949 1941 1934 1934 1933 1939 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1949 1942-43 1942-43 1941 1919 1946 1947 1948 1947 1947 1949 1947 1947 1946 1947 1944 1946 1949 1949 1938 1945-46 1938 1940-41 1937 1941-42 1938 1949 1947 1936-37 1947 1942 1938 1941 1942-43 1942-43 1947 1944 1938 1941 1942-43 1937-38 �ENLISTED ENLISTED ENLISTED ENTWISTLE, RICHARD WILLIAM ERICKSON, (MR. AND MRS.) HENRY ERICKSON, (REV) C.T. ERICKSON, CARL ESTES, EVERETT ESTEY, HARRY E. ESTEY, QUENTIN R. ESTEY, QUENTIN R. EVANS, JOHN EVANS, JOHN EVANS, WALTER F. EVERINGHAM, CARL DEWITT EWEN, EDWARD C. EXCHANGE CLUB EXETER HISTORICAL SOCIETY EXETER, NH-COTTON MILL EXETER, NH-DAVIS LIBRARY EXETER, NH-DUDLEY HOUSE EXETER, NH-EXETER HOUSE EXETER, NH-FIRE CO. EXETER, NH-GILMAN ELM EXETER, NH-PUBLIC LIBRARY EXETER,NH-TERCENTENARY EXETER-OLD TAVERN EXETER-TERCENTENARY 20 24 1941-42 1942-43 SEE ALSO: SELECTEES 26 39 19 38 24 24 20 24 24 26 26 3 39 34 8 11 11 11 9 11 11 11 11 37 12 1943-44 1948-49 1940-41 1948 1942-43 1942-43 1941-42 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1919 1948-49 1947 1936 1937-38 1937-38 1937-38 1936-37 1937-38 1937-38 1937-38 1937-38 1948 1938 �F.B.I. FACTORIES-SPACE FOR FACTORY SPACE (LACK OF) FAMILY WELFARE FAMILY WELFARE ASSN FAMILY WELFARE ASSN FAMILY WELFARE ASSN FAMILY WELFARE ASSN FAMILY WELFARE ASSN FAMILY WELFARE ASSN FAMILY WELFARE ASSN. FAMILY WELFARE ASSN . FAMILY WELFARE ASSN. FAMILY WELFARE ASSN . FAMILY WELFARE ASSN . FAMILY WELFARE ASSN. FAMILY WELFARE ASSN. FAMILY WELFARE ASSN. FAMILY WELFARE SERVICE FARMER, SARAH FARMER, SARAH & GREENACRE FARRAGUT PLAYERS FARRAGUT SCHOOL FARRAGUT SCHOOL-HISTORY FARRAGUT, DAVID FARRAGUT, DAVID G. FAST DAY FAST DAY FAST DAY FAULKNER, RAYMOND FAULKNER, ROBERT FAULKNER, ROLAND STANNARD FAULKNER, SAMUEL FAY, EDMUND E. FEASTER,(REV)JOHN FEASTER, (REV) JOHN N. FEDERAL AID TO PORTSMOUTH FEDERAL AID TO PORTSMOUTH FEDERAL BLDG.-NEW-PROPOSED FEDERAL FIRE SOCIETY FEDERAL FIRE SOCIETY FEDERAL FIRE SOCIETY FEDERAL FIRE SOCIETY FEDERAL FOOD ADMINISTRATION FEDERATED CHURCH WOMEN FENNO, FRANK W., JR. FENWICK, JACK FENWICK, JACK-RETIREMENT FENWICK, MARSTON S. FERGUSON, THOMAS HOWARD FERNALD FAMILY FERNALD, GILBERT FERNALD, HANNAH FERNALD, HANNAH G. 23 29 27 36 11 15 21 29 31 41 10 32 33 34 35 37 38 40 42 27 23 14 SEE ALSO: SCHOOLS SEE : SCHOOLS-36 4 9 16 23 35 26 26 3 26 31 33 36 21 SEE ALSO: WPA-21 27 10 16 18 7 1 18 24 31 30 24 26 10 26 19 11 1942 1945 1944 1947 1937-38 1938 1941 1945 1946 1949 1937 1946 1946 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1944 1942 1938 1947 1920 1936-37 1939 1942 1947 1943-44 1943-44 1919 1943-44 1946 1946 1947 1941 1941 1944 1937 1939 1939-40 1934 1917 1939-40 1942-43 1946 1945-46 1942-43 1943-44 1937 1943-44 1940-41 1937-38 �( FERNALD, HANNAH G.-LIBRARIAN FERNALD, JAMES WARREN FERNALD, TREVELYN E. FERNALD, VIVION A. FERNALD, WILLIAM FERRELLI, GUERINO A. FERRITER, CHALRES A. FERRITER, CHARLES A. FERRY, JAMES GARLAND FETTER, LEWIS E. FETTER, R.L. (OBIT) FEUERHAN, RUSSELL T . FIBRE FIRM FIBRE PLANT-SOLD FIELDS, JAMES T. FILLING STATION FILLING STATION FILLING STATION-ISLINGTON ST. FILM-''THE OUTLAW"-VOTE ON BAN FILMS-DE ROCHEMONT, LOUIS FILMS-SHOWING OF "REEFER MAD .. " FINANCE COMMISSION FINANCE COMMISSION FINANCES-CITY FINCK, PETER H. FINGER PRINTING FINNISH REFUGEES FIRE APPARATUS, NEW FIRE CO.-COL SISE FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE HAZARD FIRE HAZARDS FIRE-1813 FIRE-EXCHANGE BLOCK FIRE-RAILROAD ROUNDHOUSE FIREBOAT FIREMAN'S MUSTER FIREMAN'S MUSTER FIREMEN'S MUSTERS FIRES FIRES OF PORTSMOUTH FIRES-DEC. 22-ANNIVERSARY FIRST AID CLASSES 30 26 3 3 26 24 24 28 24 3 42 26 40 41 28 31 32 33 34 38 35 34 35 41 26 23 18 14 10 25 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 41 SEE ALSO: FEDERAL FIRE DEPT. SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH FIRE DEPT. 34 21 SEE ALSO: P. HISTORY-FIRE-1813-30 21 21 25 13 14 35 35 11 33 20 1945-46 1943-44 1919 1919 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1944-46 1942-43 1919 1949 1943-44 1949 1949 1944-46 1946 1946 1946 1947 1948 1947 1947 1947 1949 1943-44 1942 1939-40 1938 1937 1943 1946 1946 1946 1947 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1947 1941 1945-46 1941 1941 1943 1938 1938 1947 1947 1937-38 1946 1941-42 �FIRST AID DETACHMENT FIRST INDEPENDENCE DAY FISH AND GAME FISH, C. COLGATE FISHER, BETTY FISHER, JOHN A. FISHER, OLIVIA (OBIT) FISHING LURES FmGERALD, LOUIS H. FmGERALD, LOUIS H. (FUNERAL) FmGERALD, WALLACE FLAG-U.S.-RECOGN. BY FRANCE FLAGG, SARAH (OBIT) FLAHIVE, JOHN FLAHIVE, JOHN (DEATH) FLAHIVE, JOHN F. FLANAGAN,ARTHURJAMES FLEET NAVAL RESERVE FLEISHAKER, (RABBI) OSCAR FLEMING, JOSEPH FLEMING, JOSEPH B. FLEMING, JOSEPH B. FLEMING, JOSEPH B. A. FLETCHER, SAMUEL J. FLOOD OF 1937 FLOOD RELIEF FLORENCE CRITTENTON LEAGUE FLOWER SHOW- HOBSON ESTATE FLUE SUPPLY FLUME FLYNN, BARTHOLOMEW (OBIT) FLYNN, BERNARD A. FLYNN, EDWARD FLYNN, THOMAS E. FOGG, HARVEY J. FOGHORN (NEW) FOLEY, JOHN J. FOLSOM, CHANNING FOOD CONSERVATION FOOD CONSERVATION FOOD PRICES-PORTSMOUTH FOOD STAMPS FOOD SUPPLY FOOTBALL NIGHT FOOTBALL NIGHT FOOTE, (REP) HARRY H. FOOTE, (REP) HARRY H. FOOTE, RAYMOND E. FOOTE, RAYMOND E. FORT CONSTITUTION FORT CONSTITUTION FORT CONSTITUTION FORT CONSTITUTION FORT CONSTITUTION 20 SEE: P.-HISTORY-lST INDEP.-30 34 3 26 24 19 37 26 39 24 34 21 26 36 34 3 19 30 36 24 26 26 24 9 8 27 8 36 36 19 24 26 26 26 18 26 10 1 2 29 23 31 29 30 34 36 20 24 15 19 20 42 5 1941-42 1945-46 1947 1919 1943-44 1942-43 1940-41 1948 1943-44 1948-49 1942-43 1947 1941 1943-44 1947 1947 1919 1940-41 1945-46 1947 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1936-37 1936 1944 1936 1947 1947 1940-41 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1939-40 1943-44 1937 1917 1918 1945 1942 1946 1945 1945-46 1947 1947 1941-42 1942-43 1938 1940-41 1941-42 1949 1932 �FORT CONSTITUTION FORT CONSTITUTION FORT CONSTITUTION-MURALS FORT HENRY DEARBORN FORT POINT LIGHTHOUSE FORT WILLIAM AND MARY FOSS, (PRIV) RAY H. FOSS, HAROLD FOSS, ROGER L. FOSS, MRS. SAM WALTER (OBIT) FOSS, SAM WALTER FOSS, SAM WALTER FOSS, WARREN M. FOSTER, ALBERT D. (OBIT) FOSTER, DOROTHY FOSTER, J.H. (HOUSE) FOURTH OF JULY FOURTH OF JULY-FUNDS FOR FOWLE, DANIEL (PRINTER) FOWLER, JOSEPH W. FRAHIVE, JOHN FRANKE. BOOMA POST NO. 6 FRANK BOOMA POST FRANK JONES BREWERY FRANKLIN CITY FRANKLIN CITY FRANKLIN SHIPHOUSE FIRE FREE FRANCE FREEMAN, FRANK R. FREIMAN, DEBORAH (OBIT) FREMONT-OLD MEETING HOUSE FRENCH FLEET, 1782 FRENCH, GEORGE B. CO. FRENCH, GEORGE B., CO. FRENCH, JUSTIN D. FRENCH, STEWART P. FRENCH, STUART P. FRESH AIAR FUND FRESH AIR CHILDREN FRESH AIR CHILDREN FRESH AIR SOCIETY FRINK, SIMES FRISBE, (COL) J.N. FRITT, GEORGE F. FROST FAMILY FROST GARRISON FROST GARRISON FROST POINT FROST, ALBERT FROST,GEORGEPRESTON FROST, JOSEPH W.P. FUEL SHORTAGE FULLAM, LAWRENCE T. FULLAM, WILLIAM F. 7 8 SEE: MURALS-CAMP LANGDON-21 SEE: FROST POINT-25 27 6 3 39 26 8 13 6 20 36 3 4 35 27 7 28 24 24 41 SEE: JONES BREWERY 6 7 8 20 3 42 8 5 21 11 24 24 26 32 37 41 35 36 39 24 5 5 7 25 26 24 23 37 26 26 1934 1936 1941 1943 1944 1933 1919 1948-49 1943-44 1936 1938 1933 1941-42 1947 1919 1920 1947 1944 1934 1944-46 1942-43 1942-43 1949 1933 1934 1936 1941-42 1919 1949 1936 1932 1941 1937-38 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1946 1948 1949 1947 1947 1948-49 1942-43 1932 1932 1934 1943 1943-44 1942-43 1942 1948 1943-44 1943-44 �FULLER GARDEN FUNERALS-MILITARY FUREY, ROWENA S. FURNITURE PLANT 19 SEE: VETERANS-38 26 41 1940-41 1948 1943-44 1949 �G.A.R. G.I. INSURANCE GAETSKE, WALLACE H. GALLANT, EDWARD F., JR. GAMBLE, JANE GAMBLING GAMESTER, FRED H. GAMESTER, FREDERICK GANNIS, PETER GANTER, MAXWELL (OBIT) GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB GARDNER, FREDERICK D. GARDNER, ROBERT ELLSWORTH GARDENS- WAR GARDNER HOUSE GARDNER INSURANCE AGENCY GARDNER, (SARGE) LESLIE H. GARDNER, ABBIE R. (OBIT) GARLAND, FRED H. GARRETT, PRESTON SUMNER GARRETT, (LIEUT) WALLACE H. GARRETT, WALLACE H. (OBIT) GARRETT, WALLACE H., JR. GARRETT, WALLACE H., JR. GARVIN, FRANCLYN BLANCHARD GAS RATE GASOLINE STATIONS GASOLINE-CONSERVATION OF GAUTHIER, EDWARD J. GEN. SULLIVAN BRIDGE GENERAL SULLIVAN BRIDGE GENESTRETI, PATSY,JR. GENTLEMAN, MARTHA A. (OBIT) GERMAN SUBMARINES GERNIN, (SARGE) HENRY E. GERRISH (CORP) CHARLES W. GERRISH FAMILY REUNION GERRISH FAMILY SOCIETY GERRISH, EDITH (OBIT) GERRISH, HELEN (OBIT) GERRY, PHILIP A. GIBSON, FRED A. GIGUERE, RUSSELL H. GILBERT, GEORGE E. GILBERT, MARY LOUISE (OBIT) GILKER, ARTHURS. GILLESPIE, JAMES GILMAN, NICHOLAS GIRL SCOUT BENEFIT GIRL SCOUT WEEK 23 SEE: INSURANCE-G.I.-42 24 26 32 40 26 24 24 42 11 25 35 1942 1949 1942-43 1943-44 1946 1949 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1949 1937-38 1943 1947 1948 38 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH GARDEN CLUB 26 1943-44 24 1942-43 2 1918 37 1948 40 1949 3 1919 19 1940-41 26 1943-44 26 1943-44 3 1919 19 1940-41 20 1941-42 26 1943-44 26 1943-44 40 1949 19 1940-41 21 1941 24 1942-43 7 1934 41 1949 26 1943-44 18 1939-40 28 1944-46 3 1919 3 1919 19 1940-41 18 1939-40 1940-41 19 19 1940-41 26 1943-44 3 1919 1943-44 26 3 1919 21 1941 1942-43 24 1919 3 1938 15 1938 14 1946 32 �GIRL SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS GIRL SCOUTS OF AM.-AWARDS GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA GIRL SCOUTS-HISTORY OF GIRL SCOUTS-SILVER ANN. GIRLS' PATRIOTIC LEAGUE GIRLS' PATRIOTIC LEAGUE GIRLS IN INDUSTRY GLADHILL, CHARLES W. GLASS, JOHN G., JR. GLEBE LANDS GLIDDEN, DANIEL M. GOBBI, ROBERT T. GODFREY, FORREST PIKE GOLD STAR MOTHERS GOLD STAR MOTHERS GOLD STAR MOTHERS-UNVEIL TAB GOLDBERG, BENJ. (OBIT) GOLDEN GLOVES FUNDS GOLDSMITH, KENNARD E. GOLDSMITH,KENNARD GOLDSMITH, KENNARD E. GOLDSMITH, KENNARD E. (MAYOR) GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE GOOD MUSIC WEEK-1937 GOODE, KENNETH E. GOODING, (REV) ALFRED GOODING, (REV) ALFRED GOODING, FREDERICK GOODMAN, BERNARD GOODMAN, MELVIN H. GOODWIN, EARL GOODWIN, LEON E. GOODY COLE GOODY COLE GORDON, DONALD GORDON, (SGT) JAMES (OBIT) GORMAN, (CORP) ARTHUR GORMAN, (PRIV) ARTHUR GOSPORT RESTORATION GOULD, JOHN W. GOVE, GORDON R. GOVERNORS'CONFERENCE GRAFFORT CLUB GRAFFORT CLUB GRAFFORT CLUB 13 16 18 31 35 37 7 8 21 23 42 9 34 1 2 1 26 24 4 24 26 3 28 37 38 42 40 24 31 39 9 19 9 26 4 7 3 26 24 3 3 12 SEE ALSO: HAMPTON, NH-GOODY-11 26 23 3 3 10 24 24 37 13 18 19 1938 1939 1939-40 1946 1947 1948 1934 1936 1941 1942 1949 1936-37 1947 1917 1918 1917 1943-44 1942-43 1920 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1944-46 1948 1948 1949 1949 1942-43 1946 1948-49 1936-37 1940-41 1936-37 1943-44 1920 1934 1919 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1919 1938 1937-38 1943-44 1942 1919 1919 1937 1942-43 1942-43 1948 1938 1939-40 1940-41 �GRAFFORT CLUB GRAFFORT CLUB GRAHAM, JEANIE GRANDSTAND GRANITE STATE FIRE INSUR. CO. GRANT, ARTHUR R. GRANT, JAMES DORR GRANT, ROBERT BISHOP GRAY LADIES GRAY LADIES GRAY LADIES GRAY, (LIEUT) S. AUBREY GRAY, ALFRED GRAY, CHARLES GRAY, EDWARD GRAY, EDWARD C. GRAY, F.A. (OBIT) GRAY, OWEN ODILON GRAY, THEODORE S. GRAYUNG (SUBMARINE) GRAYMOOR HOSPITAL-KIMBALL GREAT BAY DEVELOPMENT GREAT BAY DEVELOPMENT GREAT BAY DEVELOPMENT GREAT BAY-POLLUTION GREAT BAY-WATER POLLUTION GREEK APPEAL GREEK WAR RELIEF GREEK WAR RELIEF GREELEY RECEPTION GREELEY, HORACE-BIRTHPLACE GREELEY, RAYMOND L. GREELY WAR RELIEF DRIVE GREELY, (GEN) ADOLPHUS-OBIT. GREEN ACRE FOUNDER'S GREEN ACRES (FOUNDER OF) GREENAWAY, JOHN H. GREENLAND CONGRE. CHURCH GREENLAND, NH-CONG. CHURCH GREENLAND, NH-HISTORIC HOUSES GREENLAND, NH-VETERAN'S MEM. GREENLAND, NY-WEEKS HOUSE GREENLAND-CONGREGA.CHURCH GREENLAND-HISTORY GREER, JOHN D. GREER, WILLIAM GREER, (DR) WILLIAM GRENADIER (SUBMARINE) GRIFF, (REV) MICHAEL & (REV) BOB GRIFFIN, (DR) S. GERARD GRIFFIN, (LIEUT) PHILLIP GRIFFIN, ICHABOD G. GRIFFIN, SAMUEL G. GRIM, WILLIAM B. 36 41 24 29 11 3 28 26 31 SEE: AMERICAN RED CROSS-23 SEE: AMERICAN RED CROSS-29 3 24 42 24 36 39 26 24 19 21 18 21 29 14 31 38 20 21 6 21 24 34 8 35 SEE: FARMER,SARAH-27 26 18 11 17 17 11 14 19 24 24 34 19 42 37 3 10 26 20 1947 1949 1942-43 1945 1937-38 1919 1944-46 1943-44 1946 1942 1945 1919 1942-43 1949 1942-43 1947 1948-49 1943-44 1942-43 1940-41 1941 1939-40 1941 1945 1938 1946 1948 1941-42 1941 1933 1941 1942-43 1947 1936 1947 1944 1943-44 1939-40 1937-38 1939 1939 1937-38 1938 1940-41 1942-43 1942-43 1947 1940-41 1949 1948 1919 1937 1943-44 1941-42 �' - GRIM, WILLIAM B. GRIM, WM. B. (FUNERAL) GROSSMAN, LOUIS P. GROVER, EDGAR R. GULLS-U.S. TO TRY BIRTH CONTROL GUNNERY AWARD GUNS GUY FAWKES NIGHT GYMNASIUM GYPSUM CO.-WORKERS STRIKE GYPSUM PLANT GYPSUM PLANT 24 39 26 3 31 20 20 18 29 40 25 31 1942-43 1948-49 1943-44 1919 1946 1941-42 1941-42 1939-40 1945 1949 1943 1946 �H.M.S. GLASGOW AT PORTSMOUTH HABERLIN, ARTHUR G. HACKETT HOUSE HADASSAH HADASSAH CHAPTER HAINER, (REV) JAMES (OBIT) HALEY FAMILY REUNION HALIFAX, NS-EXPLOSION HALLIBURTON, RICHARD HALLOWEEN HALLOWEEN HAM, L. JOSEPH HAMEL, WM . H. HAMILTON HOUSE-SO. BERWICK HAMMOND, CHARLES R. HAMMOND, STANLEY R. HAMPSHIRE FOOD CO. HAMPTON ACADEMY HAMPTON BEACH HAMPTON BEACH-CYCLONE HAMPTON BRIDGE HAMPTON FALLS NH-WEARE MAN HAMPTON FALLS-OLD HOUSES HAMPTON TOLL BRIDGE HAMPTON,NH-CHURCHES HAMPTON, NH-GOODY COLE HAMPTON, NH-HAMPTON R. BRIDGE HAMPTON,NH-TERCENTENARY HAMPTON, NH-THORVOLD'S GRAVE HAMPTON-NORTH CONG. CHURCH HAMPTON-SEA WALL HAMPTON-WW-SERVICEMEN HAND, CHARLES A. HAND, CHARLES PARKER HANGHEY, CHARLES HANSCOM PARK HANSCOM SHIPYARD-ELIOT HANSCOM, (MRS.) MARY (OBIT) HANSCOM, KARL HANSCOM,MARY(OBIT) HANSCOM, RUSSELL A. HANSCOM, RUSSELL A. (FUNERAL) HANSON, HERBERT, JR. HANSON, OLE (OBIT) HARBOR BOARD HARBOR DEFENSE BATERY HARDING, (CAPT) SILAS HARDY, JOSEPH L., JR. HARFORD, ROBERT G. HARLOW, H.M.S. (CUSTODIAN) HARLOW, H.M.S.-ARTIST HARLOW, HARRY M.S. HARMON PROPERTY HARMON, GEORGE L. 42 24 4 42 34 21 8 1 10 36 41 26 39 7 24 24 37 19 13 38 12 9 8 34 6 11 9 11 11 12 7 3 24 26 3 SEE: ATLANTIC HGTS-27 2 18 3 23 26 38 24 19 41 35 9 39 24 SEE: JACKSON HOUSE-31 21 15 19 3 1949 1942-43 1920 1949 1947 1941 1936 1917 1937 1947 1949 1943-44 1948-49 1934 1942-43 1942-43 1948 1940-41 1938 1948 1938 1936-37 1936 1947 1933 1937-38 1936-37 1937-38 1937-38 1938 1934 1919 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1944 1918 1939-40 1919 1942 1943-44 1948 1942-43 1940-41 1949 1947 1936-37 1948-49 1942-43 1946 1941 1938 1940-41 1919 �HARRIMAN, ARTHUR J . (OBIT) HARRINGTON, WM . J. HARRIS, CLINTON HARRIS, MASTER WM. HART, ALBERT BUSHNELL HARTFORD,CHESTER HARTFORD, CHESTER P. HARTFORD, F.W. (OBIT) HARTNETT, FRANCIS HARTFORD, ROBERT G. HARTSON, FRED T. HARTSON, PAUL W. HARVARD UNIVERSITY HARVEY, WARREN HARVEY, WILBUR C. HASSETT, JOHN HASSETT, JOHN J. HATT, (PRIV) FAY EUGENE (OBIT) HATT, (PRIV) GEORGE HAUGHEY, CHARLES HAY, RICHARD H. HAYDEN, CHARLES H. HAYDEN, GORDON MALCOLM HAYES, CHILBERT HAYWARD, PAULE. HAZAPIS, THOMAS HEALTH HEALTH BOARD HEALTH CENTER HEALTH INSURANCE HEALY, JOHN F. HEALY, PAT HEART FUND HEFFENGER, MRS. FANNY HEFFINGER, CHARLES HEIDEL, CARL C. HEMEND,EARL HENDERSON,BARNEY HENDERSON, JAMES MORRIS HENDERSON'S POINT HENDERSON'S POINT HENSON, DUDLEY A. HENSON, JOHN J. HENSON, JOHN J. HENSON, JOHN J. HENSON, MATTHEW HENSON, WILLIAM H., JR. HERALD OF GOSPEL HERALD OF GOSPEL LIBERTY HERALD,PORTSMOUTH HERALD,PORTSMOUTH HERBERT, ABBIE (OBIT) HERBS HERMAN, MORRIS 36 39 24 5 25 39 26 14 3 26 24 24 8 26 24 24 26 3 3 3 26 26 26 26 24 28 35 33 40 25 26 39 40 11 3 28 24 24 26 4 6 24 19 20 41 14 26 1947 1948-49 1942-43 1932 1943 1948-49 1943-44 1938 1919 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1936 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1919 1919 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1944-46 1947 1946 1949 1943 1943-44 1948-49 1949 1937-38 1919 1944-46 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1920 1933 1942-43 1940-41 1941-42 1949 1938 1943-44 SEE ALSO: NEWSPAPERS 25 35 1943 1947 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH HERALD 21 23 26 1941 1942 1943-44 �HERRIN, ANSON L. HERSEY FAMILY HERSEY, (SARGE) ARTHUR L., JR. HERSEY, ARTHUR HERSEY, DONALD HERSEY, HOWARD C. HERSEY, JACK HERSEY, JOHN L. HERSEY, NORMA HERSEY, PERLEY D. HERSEY, WILLIAM J. HEWITT, LEONARD HI Y CONFERENCE HICKEY, PETER J. HICKEY, PETER J. HICKS, EDWARD C. HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL-EXPANDED-PROPOS HIGH SCHOOL-NEW HIGHWAY-TOLL ROAD HIGHWAYS-IMPROVEMENT HILL, (CORP) HUGH HILL (OBIT) HILL, (LIEUT) CARL DANA HILL, CYRUS HILTON, DOUGLAS HILTON, LESTER HISLOP, ARTHUR HISTORIC HOUSES HISTORIC MARKER-DOVER POINT HISTORICAL RECORDS-SEARCH FOR 8 HISTORICAL SOCIETY HISTORICAL SOCIETY HISTORICAL TABLETS IN PORTS. HOBSON ESTATE HODGDON, CHARLES E. (OBIT) HODGDON, FRANK E. (OBIT) HODGDON, PAUL A. HODGDON, PERCY H. HODGDON, PERCY H.-FUNERAL HODGDON, WILLIAM A. HODGES (PRIVATE) HODGES, (CAPT.) WILLIAM C. HODGES, C.B. HODSWORTH, LESLIE HOGDON, PHILLIP HOHENZOLLEN, KAISER WM.-DEATH HOITT, (SARGE) CLARENCE H. HOITT, ERNEST RALPH HOLCOMB, THOMAS HOLIDAY, STANLEY, JR. HOLLAND, WILLIAM J. 26 26 3 3 36 3 1943-44 1943-44 1919 1919 1947 1919 1942-43 1941-42 1943-44 1919 1942-43 1937 1947 1947 1947 1919 24 20 26 3 24 10 34 34 36 3 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL SEE ALSO: SCHOOLS SEE ALSO: SCHOOLS-HIGH SCHOOL SEE: SCHOOLS-36 1947 27 1944 29 1945 33 1946 23 1942 3 1919 3 1919 3 1919 26 1943-44 26 1943-44 24 1942-43 31 1946 14 1938 1936 32 1946 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH HISTORICAL SOC. 6 1933 SEE: FLOWER SHOW-8 1936 14 1938 19 1940-41 20 1941-42 36 1947 35 1947 11 1937-38 3 1919 3 1919 3 1919 24 1942-43 26 1943-44 21 1941 3 1919 3 1919 26 1943-44 26 1943-44 3 1919 �HOLMES, (SARGE) EDWARD C. HOLMES, PHILIP B. HOME DEMONSTRATION SEWING HOME DEMONSTRATION-UNH EXTEN HOME FOR AGED WOMEN HOME GUARD HONOR ROLL-HAVEN SCHYOOL HONOR ROLLS HONOR ROLLS HOPLEY, ARTHUR HOPLEY, E.J.-LIBEL SUIT HOPLEY, ED. W.-CITY CLERK HOPLEY, EDWARD J.-LIBEL SUIT HOPLEY, JOHN W. HOPLEY, WILLIAM HOSKIN, CHARLES T. HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL COSTS HOSPITAL INSURANCE HOSTESSES HOTELS-LOCAL-CLOSED HOUDINI, MRS. HARRY HOUSE BY THE SIDE OF THE ROAD HOUSE OF CORRECTION HOUSE, GUY E. (FUNERAL) HOUSE, GUY E., JR. HOUSES-HISTORIC HOUSES-HISTORIC-PEIRCE HOUSES-HISTORIC-TREADWELL HOUSING HOUSING HOUSING HOUSING HOUSING HOUSING FOR VETERANS HOUSING IN PORTSMOUTH HOUSING NAVY YARD WORKERS HOUSING SHORTAGE HOUSING SURVEY-GREATER PORTS HOUSING SURVEY-HOTELS, MOTELS HOUSING-DEFENSE HOUSING-DEFENSE HOVEY MEMORIAL FOUNTAIN HOVEY, C. EMERSON HOWARD JOHNSON RESTAURANT HOWARD, BARTON M. HOWARD, GEORGE A. HOWARD, LEON I. HOWE, H. C. HOWELLS, JOHN MEAD HOWELLS, WILLIAM DEAN HOYT, (LIEUT) WILLIS HADLEY 3 1919 35 1947 1946 1934 1917 1917 1918 1945 1943-44 1945 1940-41 1944 1946 1942-43 1942-43 1946 1947 33 7 1 1 2 29 26 29 19 27 31 24 24 31 34 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH HOSPITAL 42 14 20 23 11 14 SEE: ROCKINGHAM COUNTY-38 39 38 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAME 40 40 23 31 33 34 35 32 29 20 2 21 14 21 SEE ALSO: ATLANTIC HEIGHTS-21 18 2 41 26 39 28 28 11 15 3 1949 1938 1941-42 1942 1937-38 1938 1948 1948-49 1948 1949 1949 1942 1946 1946 1947 1947 1946 1945 1941-42 1918 1941 1938 1941 1941 1939-40 1918 1949 1943-44 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1937-38 1938 1919 �HOYT, (MAJ) F. ROLAND HOYT, CHAUNCEY B. (OBIT) HOYT, GLEN HOYT, JOHN S. HOYT, WALTER L. HUNT, HOWARD (FUNERAL) HUNT, HOWARD A. HUNT, HOWARD A. (FUNERAL) HURD, MORRIS HURLEY, ALICE HURLEY, (REV) MICHAEL HURRICANE-1938 HUTCHINS, ANDREW HUTCHINS, ERNEST HUTCHINS, HOWARD P. HUTCHINS, MINARD S. HUTCHINSON, ARTHUR W. 3 13 26 3 24 39 26 $8- 2.8 33 26 29 15 24 24 3 3 24 1919 1938 1943-44 1919 1942-43 1948-49 1943-44 1948 1946 1943-44 1945 1938 1942-43 1942-43 1919 1919 1942-43 �ICE FISHING-GREAT BAY IMMACULATE CONCEPTION IMMACULATE CONCEPTION INCINERATOR INDUS,:-RIAL DEVELOPMENT INDUSTRIES INDUSTRIES INDUSTRY INDUSTRY INDUSTRY-PORTSMOUTH INFANTILE PARALYSIS VICTIMS INFLUENZA EPIDEMIC INJUNCTION-BOSTON PHOTOGRAP. INJUNCTION-BUILDING ON SHER INSURANCE-G.I. INTERNAL REVENUE DEPT. INTERNAL REVENUE EMPLOYEES INTERSTATE BRIDGE INTERSTATE BRIDGE INTERSTATE BRIDGE INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY IRON INDUSTRY IRON PLANT ISLES OF SHOALS ISLES OF SHOALS ISLES OF SHOALS ISLES OF SHOALS ISLES OF SHOALS-BURIED TREAS. ISLES OF SHOALS-COAST GUARD ISLES OF SHOALS-COAST GUARD ISLES OF SHOALS-CONFERENCE ISLES OF SHOALS-CONFERENCES ISLES OF SHOALS-DAILY TRANS ISLES OF SHOALS-MURDER AT ISLES OF SHOALS-REPAIR OF ISLES OF SHOALS-SMUTTY NOSE ISLES OF SHOALS-SUMMER CONF ISLES OF SHOALS-SUMMER CONF. ISLES OF SHOALS-TARGET BOMB ISLES OF SHOALS-WIND OF SEASON ISSELLBACHER, KURT 21 7 6 13 34 31 33 35 38 32 42 2 36 34 42 35 42 35 40 41 18 42 41 19 25 32 SEE ALSO: COAST GUARD-36 31 37 38 8 37 31 37 31 10 14 13 40 35 31 1941 1934 1933 1938 1947 1946 1946 1947 1948 1946 1949 1918 1947 1947 1949 1947 1949 1947 1949 1949 1939-40 1949 1949 1940-41 1943 1946 1947 1946 1948 1948 1936 1948 1946 1948 1946 1937 1938 1938 1949 1947 1946 �JACKSON HOUSE JACKSON HOUSE JACKSON HOUSE JACKSON HOUSE (PICTURE) JACKSON, (DR.) HALL JACONA (POWER SHIP) JACONA (POWER SHIP) JAFFREY HAOUSE JAIL JAIL ON WHEELS JAIL-COUNTY JAIL-ROCKINGHAM COUNTY JAIL-ROCKINGHAM COUNTY-RENOV JAILS-COUNTY JAMESON, ROBERT JAMESTOWN EXPOSffiON JAPANESE MILITARY OPERATIONS JARVIS, HARRY D. JASPER, RUFUS G. JEFFORDS, ALICE-PRINCIPAL JENKINS, CLAYTON JENNESS, RICHARD-HOUSE JENNINGS, JOHN R.-NH AUTHOR JERRY'S POINT JEWETT HOUSE, BERWICK JEWETT HOUSE-$. BERWICK JEWISH APPEAL JEWISH COMMUNITY JEWISH COMMUNITY-FEAST OF LTS JEWISH FEAST OF WEEKS JEWISH WOMEN'S COUNCIL JOHN LANGDON CLUB JOHN LANGDON CLUB JOHN PAUL JONES HOUSE JOHN SMITH MONUMENT AT SHOAL JOHNSON,HARRY JOHNSON, IRVING JOHNSTON, (DR.) CHARLES E. JOHNSTON, WALTER JONES BREWERY JONES BREWERY-SOLD JONES BREWING CO. JONES, (PRIV) FRED S. JONES, (REV) W.S. JONES, (REV) WILLIAM SAFFORD JONES, (REV) WILLIAM SAFFORD JONES, (REV) WM. S. JONES, (REV) WM. SAFFORD JONES, ANNA JONES, FRANK JONES, FRANK-ESTATE-SALE JONES, JOHN P. JONES, JOHN PAUL JONES, JOHN PAUL 14 31 38 7 5 29 7 5 35 38 40 37 34 SEE: ROCKINGHAM COUNTY-38 24 4 23 24 39 21 24 12 21 5 5 6 35 35 33 41 34 11 16 4 6 26 24 3 28 7 35 13 3 36 14 30 39 23 24 38 19 19 10 12 1938 1946 1948 1934 1932 1945 1934 1932 1947 1948 1949 1948 1947 1948 1942-43 1920 1942 1942-43 1948-49 1941 1942-43 1938 1941 1932 1932 1933 1947 1947 1946 1949 1947 1937-38 1939 1920 1933 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1944-46 1934 1947 1938 1919 1947 1938 1945-46 1948-49 1942 1942-43 1948 1940-41 1940-41 1937 1938 �JONES, JOHN PAUL JONES, JOHN PAUL JONES, JOHN PAUL JONES, JOHN PAUL JONES, JOHN PAUL-ANNIVERSARY JONES, JOHN PAUL-HOUSE JONES, WILLIAM SAFFORD JORDAN, FRANKLIN JORDAN, FRANKLIN E. JORDAN, FRANKLIN E. JORDAN, FRANKLIN E. JOY, GEORGE J. (OBIT) JOY, ROBERT A. JOYCE, JAMES J., JR. JUNGLE SHIP JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL-MORALS JUNIOR WOMEN'S CLUB JUNKINS, ALBERT R. JURY BOX-OLD JURY DRAWING JUVENILE DELINQUENCY 5 7 8 9 36 9 9 34 24 26 39 18 26 24 32 SEE: MORALS-8 18 17 37 34 34 1932 1934 1936 1936-37 1947 1936-37 1936-37 1947 1942-43 1943-44 1948-49 1939-40 1943-44 1942-43 1946 1936 1939-40 1939 1948 1947 1947 �r KANADA,DOROTHY KANE, PATRICK (OBIT) KARIE, CORNELIUS J. KATSONIS, GEORGE KEARSARGE -SHIP KECK, TRUMAN W. KECY, NAPOLEON KEE, HARRISON ED., JR. KEE, HARRISON E. KEEFE, RICHARD E. KEEFE, RICHARD E. KEEFE, WILFRED E. KEELEY, CHARLES F. KEENAN, JAMES P. KEENAN, JOHN JOSEPH KEENAN, RICHARD KELLEHER, (PRIV) JOHN J. KELLER, HELEN-VISIT TO PORTS KELLOGG, (REV) NELSON (OBIT) KENNARD, WILHELM KENNARD, WILHELM P. KENNEDY, JOHN J. KERR,(REV)ARCHIBALD KEYS, (CAPT) DOUGLAS L. KIMBALL MANSION KIMBALL, CHARLES R. KING, LESLIE R. KING, PAUL, JR. KING, (MRS) ROBERT KINGBURY, SAMUEL H. KINKAID, ARTHUR JAMES, JR. KIRVAN, GEORGE W. KIRVAN, JULIA M. KIRVAN, MARYL. KIRVAN, RICHARD A. KITTERY HISTORIC SOCIETY KITTERY HISTORICAL SOCIETY KITTERY HISTORICAL SOCIETY KITTERY HISTORICAL SOCIETY KITTERY HISTORICAL SOCIETY KITTERY HOUSING KITTERY MUSIC FESTIVAL KITTERY PT. CONGREGA. CHURCH KITTERY PT. HISTORIC HOUSES KITTERY PT.-FIRST CONGRE. KITTERY PT.-FIRST CONGREGA. KITTERY, ME KITTERY, ME KITTERY-ADMIRALTY VILLAGE KITTERY-BENSON HOUSE KITTERY-BRAY HOUSE KITTERY-BRIDGES KITTERY-COLONIAL SUNDAY KITTERY-DENNETT FAMILY 26 21 3 26 6 24 26 24 26 24 26 26 26 26 24 26 3 29 19 24 36 42 13 3 SEE: GRAYMOOR HOSPITAL-21 19 24 26 31 3 26 3 3 3 3 10 11 14 36 8 19 13 23 19 9 17 10 4 38 36 36 9 10 6 1943-44 1941 1919 1943-44 1933 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1945 1940-41 1942-43 1947 1949 1938 1919 1941 1940-41 1942-43 1943-44 1946 1919 1943-44 1919 1919 1919 1919 1937 1937-38 1938 1947 1936 1940-41 1938 1942 1940-41 1936-37 1939 1937 1920 1948 1947 1947 1936-37 1937 1933 �KITTERY-DENNETT HOUSE KITTERY-FIRST CONGRE. CHU KITTERY-FROST GARRISON KITTERY-FROST HOUSE KITTERY-GERRISH HOUSE KITTERY-GOVT. PROJECT KITTERY-HISTORIC HOUSES KITTERY-HOUSES KITTERY-HOWELLS, W.D.-LIBRARY KITTERY-KITTERY POINT CHURCH KITTERY-NAME KITTERY-PARSONAGE KITTERY-PEPPERRELL MANSION KITTERY-RICE PUBLIC LIBRARY KITTERY-SCENIC HIGHWAY KITTERY-SPARHAWK MANSION KITTERY-SPRUCE CREEK DAM KITTERY-TERCENTENARY KITTERY-TERCENTENARY KITTERY-TRAIP ACADEMY KITTERY-WW-SERVICEMEN KITTREDGE, (DR.) P.J. KIWANIS KIWANIS CLUB KIWANIS CLUB KIWANIS CLUB KIWANIS CLUB KNEELAND, ROBERT H. KNIGHT, ALLEN H., JR. KNIGHT, ALLEN H., JR. KNIGHT, SIDNEY A., JR. KNIGHTS OF COLOMBUS KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS-75TH ANN KNIGHTS TEMPLAR KNOX,SUSAN KNOX, SUSAN R. (''CHUCHO'') KNOX, SUSAN R.-PAINTINGS KNOX, SUSAN RICKER KNOX, SUSAN RICKER KNOX, SUSAN RICKER KNOX, SUSAN RICKER KNOX,, SUSAN RICKER-ARTIST KOPANSKI, WALTER C. KROOK, EDWARD KROOK, EDWARD KROOK, JOHN KROOK, JOHN F. KUSHIOUS, DAVID KUSHIOUS, DAVID 36 37 36 36 36 38 10 17 36 36 6 36 36 36 7 36 10 36 8 36 3 3 20 32 36 38 42 24 20 26 24 19 29 42 31 17 25 19 14 23 6 7 18 30 26 24 26 24 26 41 42 1947 1948 1947 1947 1947 1948 1937 1939 1947 1947 1933 1947 1947 1947 1934 1947 1937 1947 1936 1947 1919 1919 1941-42 1946 1947 1948 1949 1942-43 1941-42 1943-44 1942-43 1940-41 1945 1949 1946 1939 1943 1940-41 1938 1942 1933 1934 1939-40 1945-46 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1949 1949 �LABOR RELATIONS SCHOOL LACAVA, DANIEL LACAVA, FRANK LADD, EDGAR LADD, EDGAR A. LADD, (DR) SAMUEL (OBIT) LADD, (PRIV) GEORGE EDWARD LADY PEPPERRELL-HOUSE LADY PEPPERRELL-HOUSE LAFAYETTE'S COACH LAFAYETTE (GEN) LAFAYETTE HIGHWAY LAFAYETTE ROAD LAFAYETTE ROAD SCHOOL LAFAYETTE SCHOOL LAFAYETTE SCHOOL-WATER FOUNT. LAIGHTON, ANN-AUTHOR LAIGHTON,OSCAR LAIGHTON, OSCAR LAIGHTON,OSCAR LAIGHTON, OSCAR LAIGHTON, OSCAR LAIGHTON, OSCAR (1838-1939) LAIGHTON, REMICK H.-CITY AUDIT LAIGHTON, UNCLE OSCAR LAIGHTON, UNCLE OSCAR LALDERBUSH, GEORGE R. LAMBERT, JOHN T. LAMBERT, JOHN T. (OBIT) LAND PURCHASE-VAUGHAN LANDRY, SONIA LANG, (SARGE) H.P. LANGDON CAMP LANGDON HOUSE LANGDON HOUSE LANGDON HOUSE LANGDON MANSION LANGDON MANSION LANGDON PARK LANGDON, ELIZ. E.-WILL LANGDON, JOHN LANGDON, JOHN LANGDON, JOHN-CLUB LANGDON, SAMUEL LANGTRY, ALBERT P. LANIER CAMP-ELIOT LARRABEE, GLENN LATOURELLE, BENJAMIN LAURENT, PAUL LAZZARO, ANTHONY LAZZARO, GUY LEACH (PRIVATE) LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS 37 24 24 24 26 39 3 23 6 4 7 38 4 36 6 SEE: WATER FOUNTAIN-LAFAY.-42 23 10 14 r 1· 16 29 7 9 26 9 18 38 24 3 38 31 36 4 38 4 6 29 15 5 9 5 17 8 26 3 26 26 24 3 35 37 1948 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1948-49 1919 1942 1933 1920 1934 1948 1920 1947 1933 1949 1942 1937 1938 1939 1932 1933 1939 1945 1934 1936-37 1943-44 1936-37 1939-40 1948 1942-43 1919 1948 1946 1947 1920 1948 1920 1933 1945 1938 1932 1936-37 1932 1939 1936 1943-44 1919 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1947 1948 �LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS LEAR HOUSE LEAR, (COL) TOBIAS LEAR, TOBIAS LEAR, TOBIAS-HOUSE LEAR, TOBIAS-HOUSE ASSN. LEAR, TOBIAS-MANSION LEARY, (LT) JAMES J. (OBIT) LEARY, JOHN J. LEATHER CRAFTSMAN LEAVITT FAMILY ASSOCIATION LEAVITT FAMILY REUNION LEAVITT FAMILY REUNION LEE, (REV) DORRALL LEE, (REV) DORRALL (OBIT) LEE, MILLEDGE LEPOFF, JACK H. LESSOR, (SARGE) WALTER LET ME SHOW YOU NH LETTERS FROM FRANCE LETTERS FROM FRANCE LEVITT, JOSEPH LEVY, JOSEPH B. LEVY, LOUIS LEWIS, R. SHELDON LEWISOHN, (DR.) LUDWIG LIBBY, ROBERT LEROY LIBERSON, LEO LIBERTY LIBERTY LOAN CAMPAIGN LIBERTY LOAN CAMPAIGNS LIBERTY PARK LIBERTY PARK LIBERTY POLE LIBERTY POLE LIBERTY POLE LIBERTY POLES LIBRARIES LIBRARY CONFERENCE-1939 LIBRARY (WILLIAM H. CHENEY MEM.) LIGHTHOUSES-WHALEBACK LILAC BUSHES-LITTLE HARBOR LILACS-WENTWORTH MANSION LIUEHULT, JACK LIUEHULT, JOHN LINCHEY, EDWARD J. LINCHEY, JOSEPH LIONS' CLUB LIONS' CLUB ORGANIZED LITTLE BAY BRIDGE LITTLE HARBOR-LILAC BUSHES LITTLE, HAROLD 38 41 42 5 15 5 7 21 8 42 34 35 14 13 21 16 18 3 26 3 13 1 2 39 36 24 26 16 24 24 20 2 1 7 9 5 6 7 11 SEE: BOOKS 17 20 17 21 16 24 24 39 26 37 11 6 SEE: LILAC BUSHES-21 3 1948 1949 1949 1932 1938 1932 1934 1941 1936 1949 1947 1947 1938 1938 1941 1939 1939-40 1919 1943-44 1919 1938 1917 1918 1948-49 1947 1942-43 1943-44 1939 1942-43 1942-43 1941-42 1918 1917 1934 1936-37 1932 1933 1934 1937-38 1939 1941-42 1939 1941 1939 1942-43 1942-43 1948/49 1943-44 1948 1937-38 1933 1941 1919 �LITTLEFIELD, ELMER (OBIT) LITTLEFIELD, HAROLD ALISON LIUM, (DR) ROLF LIUM, (DR) ROLF LIVERMORE HOUSE LIVERMORE HOUSE LIVERMORE, SAMUEL LIVIUS HOUSE LIVIUS HOUSE LOBSTER BOATS RACE LOBSTER INDUSTRY LOBSTER INDUSTRY LOBSTERING LOCKE FAMILY REUNION LOCKLIN, WILLIAM H. LOCKWOOD, C. A., JR. LONERGAN, (PRIV) ALBERT LONERGAN, GEORGE W. LONG, (MAJ) EDWARD J. LONG, DENIS F. LONG, J. BRADLEY LONG, WALTER J. LORD HOUSE LORD, GEORGE B. (OBIT) LORENZ, JOHN W. LOST BOUNDARIES LOST BOUNDARIES LOST BOUNDARIES LOTTERY-MCINTIRE FAVORS LOUGHLIN, JOHN LOUGHLIN, JOSEPH LOUISBURG BELL LOUTHER, JOSEPH, JR. LOVELL, ELEANOR LOVELL, ELEANOR (OBIT) LOWD, PERCY A. LUCE, (DR) THOMAS W. LYDSTON, WALTER M. LYMAN, THEODORA (OBIT) LYON, ROBERT R. 39 3 25 39 17 6 15 5 8 40 35 37 32 14 24 28 3 3 8 39 26 24 5 36 26 40 41 42 34 36 24 6 24 11 42 3 9 36 23 24 1948-49 1919 1943 1948-49 1939 1933 1938 1932 1936 1949 1947 1948 1946 1938 1942-43 1944-46 1919 1919 1936 1948-49 1943-44 1942-43 1932 1947 1943-44 1949 1949 1949 1947 1947 1942-43 1933 1942-43 1937-38 1949 1919 1936-37 1947 1942 1942-43 �MACDONALD, ERNEST W. S. MACDONALD, JOHN D. MACDONALD, RALPH MACDONALD, VINCENT D. MACFARLANE, JESSIE MACMILLAN, DONALD MACMILLAN, DONALD MACPHAEDRIS-WARNER HOUSE MADDOCK, RICHARD MAGG, HAROLD B. MAGRAW, EMMA MAGRAW, EMMA-91ST BIRTHDAY MAHER, ROGER LOUIS MAHONEY, (CORP) JAMES B. MAIL RATE INCREASE MAINE CIVILIAN DEFENSE COUNCIL MAINE TURNPIKE MAINE TURNPIKE MAINE-NH-INTERSTATE BRIDGE MAINE-NH-INTERSTATE BRIDGE MAINE-NH-INTERSTATE BRIDGE MAINE-PIRATES MALLETT, ELIZABETH MALLOY, FRANCIS T. MALLOY, FRANCIS T. MALLOY, FRANCIS T. MALONE, TITUS MALONEY, HERBERT MANNING, LESLIE C. MANNING, R.J. MANPOWER-SKILLED MAPLEWOOD ACRES MAPLEWOOD AVE. MAPLEWOOD AVE. BRIDGE MAPLEWOOD AVE. PROJECT MAPLEWOOD AVE. PROJECT MAPLEWOOD AVE. PROJECT MAPLEWOOD AVE. PROJECT MAPLEWOOD AVE.-PROJECT MARABLE, EDWARD P. MARCH OF DIMES MARCH OF TIME MARCH OF TIME MARCOTTE, WILLIAM MARCOUS, LAWARENCE MARDEN, (CORP) FRED H. MARGESON, DONALD H. MARGESON, RALPH C. MARGESON, ROBERT CLYDE (OBIT) MARINE ZOOLOGY LAB.-SHOALS MARITIME COM.-HARBOR DEVELOP. MARffiME HISTORY MARLIN (SUBMARINE) MARRIAGE COURSE 24 3 3 26 17 19 36 9 36 24 18 30 24 3 38 20 19 40 15 16 17 11 39 32 36 37 24 26 24 3 21 19 36 38 31 33 34 37 32 24 19 20 24 24 24 3 26 24 39 13 11 13 19 38 1942-43 1919 1919 1943-44 1939 1940-41 1947 1936-37 1947 1942-43 1939-40 1945-46 1942-43 1919 1948 1941-42 1940-41 1949 1938 1939 1939 1937-38 1948-49 1946 1947 1948 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1941 1940-41 1947 1948 1946 1946 1947 1948 1946 1942-43 1940-41 1941-42 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1919 1943-44 1942-43 1948-49 1938 1937-38 1938 1940-41 1948 �MARSHALL, RUTH PRICE 36 MARSTON VS. PORTSMOUTH HERALD SEE: PORTSMOUTH HERALD-31 MARSTON, IRVING W. 42 MARSTON, MARGARET I. 19 MARTENSON,ERVIN 26 MARTIN, ALFRED 24 MARTINEAU, FREDERICK J. 24 MARVIN, (COMMANDR) ROBERT 34 MARVIN, CHARLES R. 23 MARVIN, EDWARD S. 24 MARVIN, OLIVER W. 42 MARVIN, ROBERT 26 MARVIN, WILLIAM E. 15 MASKWA, ARTHUR J. 24 MASKWA, JOSEPH P. 24 MASKWA, MICHAEL J. 26 MASON, (CAPT) JOHN-HOUSE 30 MASON, (DR) WILLIAM P. 9 MASON, FRANCES 26 MASON, LEONARD MAURICE 26 MASON, JOHN A. 3 MASONIAN CLAIMS 19 MASONIC LODGE 35 MASONS SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES MASONS (PHOTO) 31 MASONS-GRAND LODGE 42 MASONS-GRANDLODGE-150TH ANN 17 MASONS-ST. ANDREWS LODGE 38 MASONS-ST. JOHN'S LODGE 17 MASONS-ST. JOHN'S LODGE 33 MASSARO, VITO P. 24 MASSARO, VITO P. 26 MAST SHIPS 6 MATES, VAL 24 MATHIESSEN, FRANCIS 0. 36 MATOTT, STILLMAN 36 MATTHEWS,ARLENE J. 26 MATTHEWS, E.C. 36 MATTHEWS, JOHN H. 24 MATTHEWS, JOHN H. 26 32 MATTHEWS, JOHN H. 34 MATTHIESSEN, F.O. MAXWELL, ELSA 20 MAY, RALPH 11 MAYO, (ADMIRAL) HENRY F. 9 MCCANDLISH, E.G. (OBIT) 33 MCCANN, PAUL 39 MCCARTAN, JOHN P. 20 MCCARTHY, (LIEUT) JAMES A. 3 MCCARTHY, (SARGE) PAUL B. 3 24 MCCARTHY, DANIEL E. 24 MCCARTHY,ERNESTE. 24 MCCARTHY,ERNESTF. 26 MCCARTHY, FRANK THOMAS 1947 1946 1949 1940-41 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1947 1942 1942-43 1949 1943-44 1938 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1945-46 1936-37 1943-44 1943-44 1919 1940-41 1947 1946 1949 1939 1948 1939 1946 1942-43 1943-44 1933 1942-43 1947 1947 1943-44 1947 1942-43 1943-44 1946 1947 1941-42 1937-38 1936-37 1946 1948-49 1941-42 1919 1919 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 �MCCARTHY,HENRY MCCARTHY, HENRY F. MCCARTHY, HENRY F. MCCARTHY, JOHN B. MCCARTHY, JOHN H. MCCARTHY, RALPH G. (OBIT) MCCARTY, (LIEUT) RALPH G. MCCARVILL, JAMES J. MCCLINTOCK, SAMUEL MCCLURE, JENNIE MCCLURE, ROBERT MCCOOEY, (REV) JAMES E. MCCOOEY, (REV) JAMES E. MCDERMOTT, HARRY L. MCDONALD, (MRS) PAUL MCDONALD,CHARLESJOHN MCDONALD, THOMAS MCDONOUGH, (REV) PAUL A. MCDONOUGH, AUSTINE T. MCDONOUGH, JAMES (1768) MCDONOUGH, PAUL A. MCDONOUGH, PAUL A. MCDONOUGH,RICHARD MCDONOUGH, RICHARD B. MCDOWELL, RALPH S. MCGRAIL, THOMAS H. MCINNIS, AMBROSE S. MCINTIRE ENTERPRISES INC MCINTIRE, (REP) JOHN J. MCINTIRE, JOHN R. MCINTIRE, JOHN R. VS. AM. CAFE MCINTIRE, JOHN R.-EVICTION CASE MCINTOSH BUILDING MCINTOSH, DUNCAN H. (OBIT) MCISAAC, HECTOR A. MCKENNA, WILLIAM J. MCLEAN, HAROLD MCMASTER, (CORP) DANIEL A. MCMASTER, JOHN MCNEIL, JOHN C. MCNEIL, JOSEPH E. MCPHETERS, GEORGE A. MCWATERS, C.E. MCWILLIAMS, PHILIP J. ME-NH INTERSTATE BRIDGE MEAT SHORTAGE MEAT SUPPLY MEHESS, GUS J. MELOON, IVAN L. MELOON, WILLIS, JR. MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM MEMORIAL BRIDGE MEMORIAL BRIDGE-DAMAGED MEMORIAL BRIDGE-REPAIRS 42 33 39 3 3 42 3 26 5 15 15 39 42 26 39 9 9 39 24 42 24 28 39 42 28 24 3 31 34 40 33 35 34 36 3 28 24 3 24 26 26 3 39 34 12 32 29 24 9 24 31 35 27 40 1949 1946 1948-49 1919 1919 1949 1919 1943-44 1932 1938 1938 1948-49 1949 1943-44 1948-49 1936-37 1936-37 1948-49 1942-43 1949 1942-43 1944-46 1948-49 1949 1944-46 1942-43 1919 1946 1947 1949 1946 1947 1947 1947 1919 1944-46 1942-43 1919 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1919 1948-49 1947 1938 1946 1945 1942-43 1936-37 1942-43 1946 1947 1944 1949 �r MEMORIAL DAY MEMORIAL DAY MEMORIAL DAY MEMORIAL DAY MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES MEMORIAL DAY-1939 MEN OF MEDICINE (FILM) MENGEL, ROBERT N. MERCHANT'S SIGNS (EARLY) MERIT SYSTEM MERRILL, (MAJ GEN) FRANK D. MERRILL, LEE E. MESERVE,GEORGE MESERVE,NATHANIEL MESERVE,NATHANIEL MESERVE, RICHARD MESERVE-RAYNES HOUSE MESSERSMITH, MURL METHODIST CHURCH METRICK, HELEN Y. METRICK, HELEN Y. MEYER, CORD. MICHEL, HENRY K. (MRS.)-AWARD MIDSHIPMAN'S VISIT MIERUE, RAYMOND A. MIEURE, RAYMOND A. MIEURE, RAYMOND A. MILDRAM, ALICE S. MILES, (LT) EMERSON W. MILES, (PRIV) EMERSON MILITARY FUNERAL SERVICES MILL POND MILLER, CARROLL A. MILLER, JOHN R. MILLER, MANUEL M. MILLER, MANUEL MILLER, MARY E.B. MILLER, MARY E.B. MILTON, IVAN MINE-WASHED ASHORE MINES MINICHIELLO, LEWIS A. MINICHIELLO, LOUIS A. MITCHELL DAVIS-TUGBOAT MITROOK, ANTHONY MITSCHER, MARC A. MIX, TOM-IN PORTSMOUTH MOBILE SOUND EQUIPMENT MOBERLY-BRINE, CHARLES F. MOCCASIN MFG, PLANT MOFFATT-LADD HOUSE MOFFATT-LADD HOUSE MOFFATT-LADD HOUSE MOFFATT-LADD HOUSE 13 19 37 41 35 17 13 24 13 37 42 26 5 15 5 24 15 39 6 24 26 42 28 17 24 26 39 16 34 3 35 SEE: SOUTH MILL POND-32 26 3 24 26 11 9 26 34 20 20 24 8 26 28 9 38 24 37 10 13 14 19 1938 1940-41 1948 1949 1947 1939 1938 1942-43 1938 1948 1949 1943-44 1932 1938 1932 1942-43 1938 1948-49 1933 1942-43 1943-44 1949 1944-46 1939 1942-43 1943-44 1948-49 1939 1947 1919 1947 1946 1943-44 1919 1942-43 1943-44 1937-38 1936-37 1943-44 1947 1941-42 1941-42 1942-43 1936 1943-44 1944-46 1936-37 1948 1942-43 1948 1937 1938 1938 1940-41 �MOFFATT-LADD HOUSE MOFFATT-LADD HOUSE MOFFATT-LADD HOUSE MOFFATT-LADD HOUSE MONAGLE, WILLIAM JOSEPH, JR. MONEYPENNY, (SARGE) E.J. MONTGOMERY WARD PICKETED MONTGOMERY, INA (OBIT) MOODY, EDWARD C. MOODY, FATHER (YORK) MOODY, MARION R. MOONEY, MICHAEL J. MOORE, ANDREW H. MOORE, ANNE CARROLL MOORE, BELL MOORE, DORIS MOORE, DORIS MOORE, HARRY l.-RESIGNATION MOORE, HENRY S. MOORE, WILLIAM C. MORAN, JOHN J. MORELEY COMPANY MORGAN,FRANCIS X. MORIN, LAURENT M. MORIN, ROLAND MORLEY CO. MORLEY CO. MORLEY CO. MORLEY COMPANY MORLEY PLANT MORRILL, JOSEPH H. (OBIT) MORRISON, ANNA L. MORRISON, ANNA L. MORRISON, HENRY C. (OBIT) MORRISON, HUGH H, MORRISON, ROBERT MORRISETTE, LEO MORROW, PAUL MORROW, PAUL MORSE, HAROLD A. MOTOR CORPS MOTOR CORPS AMBULANCE MOTOR VEHICLE LISCENSING LAWS MOTT, JOSEPH, JR. MOTT, JOSEPH, JR. MOULTON, ALEXANDER MOULTON, C.R. MOULTON, JOHN A. MOULTON, JONATHAN MOULTON, JONATHAN-HAMPTON MOULTON, PERCY A. (OBIT) MOULTON, RICHARD MT. AGARMENTICUS MUGRIDGE, CORNELIA-TRIP 42 5 7 8 26 3 SEE: INDUSTRY-35 23 7 19 36 3 24 17 39 24 26 30 39 26 3 34 26 39 26 20 31 32 19 37 32 16 17 30 39 6 24 20 24 39 20 25 41 24 26 11 37, 24 15 5 19 26 38 18 1949 1932 1934 1936 1943-44 1919 1947 1942 1934 1940-41 1947 1919 1942-43 1939 1948-49 1942-43 1943-44 1945-46 1948/49 1943-44 1919 1947 1943-44 1948-49 1943-44 1941-42 1946 1946 1940-41 1948 1946 1939 1939 1945-46 1948-49 1933 1942-43 1941-42 1942-43 1948-49 1941-42 1943 1949 1942-43 1943-44 1937-38 1948 1942-43 1938 1932 1940-41 1943-44 1948 1939-40 �MULCAHY, ROBERT MULCAHY, ROBERT L. MULLANEY, RICHARD J. MULLER, MAUDE MUMMA, MORTON, JR. MUNICIPAL COURT MUNICIPAL COURT-PAYROLL MURALS-CAMP LANGDON & FT. CON MURALS-JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL MUSCARELLO, THOMAS P. (OBIT) MUSIC MUSIC FESTIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL MUSIC-COMMUNITY CONCERT MUSIC-MUSIC FESTIVAL MUSICAL MYERS, MARY G. MYERS, PAUL R. MYOPIA HUNT CLUB 20 26 26 7 20 38 34 21 8 36 35 31 33 35 37 8 41 34 24 17 24 18 1941-42 1943-44 1943-44 1934 1941-42 1948 1947 1941 1936 1947 1947 1946 1946 1947 1948 1936 1949 1947 1942-43 1939 1942-43 1939-40 �. N.E. FIBRE CO. N.L.R.B. VS. HILL TRANSPORTATION NASH,OGDEN NASON, (REV) PHILIP A. NATIONAL AIRMAIL WEEK NATIONAL DEFENSE SCHOOL NATIONAL DEFENSE SCHOOL NATIONAL DEFENSE TRAINING NATIONAL ELECTION RESULTS NATIONAL GUARD NATIONAL GUARD NATIONAL GUARD NATIONAL GUARD-CAMP SITE NATIONAL GYPSUM CO. NATIONAL GYPSUM CO. NATIONAL GYPSUM CO. NATIONAL GYPSUM CO. NATIONAL GYPSUM CO. 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NEWINGTON, NH-BLOODY POINT NEWINGTON-LANGDON LIBRARY NEWINGTON-TOWN FOREST NEWINGTON-WW-SERVICEMEN NEWS-TOP NEWS OF 1949 NEWSPAPERS-HERALD OF GOSPEL 12 39 28 39 36 28 36 39 36 28 19 3 20 24 41 28 34 24 30 21 23 28 26 24 20 24 3 3 20 5 11 9 9 38 20 10 7 10 3 8 20 19 27 21 41 27 11 26 10 17 14 3 42 4 1938 1948-49 1944-46 1948-49 1947 1944-46 1947 1948-49 1947 1944-46 1940-41 1919 1941-42 1942-43 1949 1944-46 1947 1942-43 1945-46 1941 1942 1944-46 1943-44 1942-43 1941-42 1942-43 1919 1919 1941-42 1932 1937-38 1936-37 1936-37 1948 1941-42 1937 1934 1937 1919 1936 1941-42 1940-41 1944 1941 1949 1944 1937-38 1943-44 1937 1939 1938 1919 1949 1920 �,- NEWTON, RALPH NEWTON, RALPH A. (OBTI) NG, MIRIAM NH ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR NH COAST GUARD NH CONG. CONFERENCE NH DAILY PUB. ASSO. NH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE NH FAMOUS PEOPLE NH FED. OF GARDEN CLUBS NH FEDERATION WOMEN'S CLUBS NH GAS & ELECTRIC CO. NH GAS & ELECTRIC CO. NH GAS & ELECTRIC CO. 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NH-EXPOSmON BLDG.35 NH-FIRST NH VOLUNTEERS 34 32 26 8 10 9 42 19 8 10 16 19 41 SEE: TAXES-ABATEMENT-34 16 19 27 38 8 11 27 14 34 34 SEE ALSO: BANKS SEE: BANKS-40 42 13 14 17 19 27 37 41 13 7 17 41 19 23 SEE ALSO: STATE GUARD 10 9 41 19 37 29 36 10 35 38 38 1947 38 1947 1946 1943-44 1936 1937 1936-37 1949 1940-41 1936 1937 1939 1940-41 1949 1947 1939 1940-41 1944 1948 1936 1937-38 1944 1938 1947 1947 1949 1949 1938 1938 1939 1940-41 1944 1948 1949 1938 1934 1939 1949 1940-41 1942 1937 1936-37 1949 1940-41 1948 1945 1947 1937 1947 1948 1948 1948 �NH-GARDEN FESTIVAL-1935 NH-LEGISLATURE NH-RECEIVES $65,000 FOR CONSER. NH-RETIREMENT SYS NH-SEACOAST MUSIC FESTIVAL NH-SEACOAST REG. ASSN. NH-STATE BOND ISSUE NH-STATE PROPERTY TAX NH-STATE TAX REVENUE NH-TO REVIEW CONSTITUTION NICKERSON, JEROME W. NIGHTINGALE (SHIP) NIMITT, CHESTER W. NOBLE, ANN NOBLE, ANN (OBIT) NOEL, GEORGE K. NOEL, LESTER M. NOEL, LESTER M. NOIA, JOSEPH-INDUSTRIAL U.S.O. NOONDAY (SHIP) NORCROSS, (SARGE) RUSSELL J. NORCROSS, PAUL EDGAR J. (OBIT) NORDINE, IVER NORSEMEN GRAVES NORTH CHURCH NORTH CHURCH-HISTORY NORTH CHURCH-SUNDAY SCHOOL NORTH HAMPTON-BREAKWATER NORTH HAMPTON-HISTORY NORTHAM COLONISTS-MEETING NORTHWEST PASSAGE NORTHWEST PASSAGE NOSECK, KENNETH A. NOYES, RUTH H. NOYES-BUICK GARAGE NURSERY SCHOOL-WENTWORTH NURSES NURSES, NEED FOR NUTRITION SCHOOL NY STATE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE 7 38 38 36 10 9 37 38 38 38 26 15 28 14 19 34 24 26 30 28 3 3 24 12 19 4 4 8 8 18 18 9 34 13 19 29 20 2 19 37 1934 1948 1948 1947 1937 1936-37 1948 1948 1948 1948 1943-44 1938 1944-46 1938 1940-41 1947 1942-43 1943-44 1945-46 1944-46 1919 1919 1942-43 1938 1940-41 1920 1920 1936 1936 1939-40 1939-40 1936-37 1947 1938 1940-41 1945 1941-42 1918 1940-41 1948 �O'BRIEN, DANIEL SCOTT O'BRIEN, JAMES E. O'BRIEN, JOHN E. (OBIT) O'BRIEN, LEAH O'BRIEN, RICHARD J. O'BRIEN, THOMAS F. O'BRIEN, WILLIAM H. OBSERVATION POSTS AT FORTS O'DONOGHUE, ROSANNA O.P.A. O.P.A. FOR PORTSMOUTH-RECORDS ODIORNE'S POINT-PURCHASE ODIORNE POINT ODIORNE POINT ODIORNE POINT ODIORNE POINT-MARKER ODIORNE POINT ROAD ODIORNE, CHESTER A., JR. ODIORNE, HERMAN OGUNQUIT, ME OGUNQUIT, ME-BROOKS HOUSE OLD HOME WEEK O'LEARY, BART O'LEARY, JOSEPH OPPORTUNITY CLASSES ORACLE HOUSE ORGANIZED CHARITIES ORION-TUGBOAT OSBORN, CLAYTON C. OSBORN, CLAYTON C. OSGOOD, (PRIV) JASON L. OSOBORN, C.E. OTIS FAMILY OULTON, (LIEUT) PHILIP OWEN, CARL 3 3 42 42 36 26 3 20 27 33 29 14 12 15 23 21 31 26 24 10 12 25 26 24 19 10 1 31 38 7 3 34 10 3 24 1919 1919 1949 1949 1947 1943-44 1919 1941-42 1944 1946 1945 1938 1938 1938 1942 1941 1946 1943-44 1942-43 1937 1938 1943 1943-44 1942-43 1940-41 1937 1917 1946 1948 1934 1919 1947 1937 1919 1942-43 �I \ PACE, DOROTHY PACE, DOROTHY PACE, DOROTHY PAGE, GEORGE H. PAGE,SEYMOURJOHNSON PALFREY, LLOYD W. PALM, CARL H. PALMER, (LIEUT) JOHN PHILIP PANNAWAY MANOR PAPAGEORGE, WILLIAM C. PAPPAS, GEORGE J. PARACHUTISTS PARENT-TEACHER ASSN. PARENT-TEACHER ASSN. PARENT-TEACHER ASSN. PARENTS' MUSIC CLUB PARENTS' MUSIC CLUB PARKER, (LIEUT) EDWARD GOOKIN PARKER, EDITH E. PARKFIELD-HOTEL PARKING PARKING PARKING PARKING PARKING FACILITIES-PROPOSED PARKING LOT-CITY PARKING METERS PARKING METERS PARKING METERS PARKING METERS PARKING METERS-PROFITS PARKING PROBLEMS PARKING-OVERNIGHT PARKING-TRAFFIC PARKS, WILLIAM H. PARMALEE, (REV) CHARLES A. PARSHLEY,FRED PARTINGTON, WILLIAM R. (OBIT) PATCH, ARTHUR L. PATCH, ARTHUR L. PATCH, ARTHUR T. PATCH, GARLAND W., JR. PATCH, LLOYD G. (OBIT) PAUL REVERE'S RIDE PAUL REVERE'S RIDE TO PORTS. PAUL REVERE BELL PAUL, (LIEUT-COMDR) CLIFTON PAUL, ORMAN R. PAY INCREASES-CITY PAYNE, EDWARD F. PEACE WEEK-9/5/1907 PEARL HARBOR PEARSON, CARL A. (OBIT) PEARSON, DREW 21 36 39 26 26 20 24 3 32 26 24 20 10 41 SEE ALSO: SCHOOLS-36 37 40 3 24 7 33 37 40 41 42 41 33 35 40 41 34 33 21 31 3 18 39 23 24 26 3 20 36 5 6 37 39 3 29 11 4 23 3 35 1941 1947 1948-49 1943-44 1943-44 1941-42 1942-43 1919 1946 1943-44 1942-43 1941-42 1937 1949 1947 1948 1949 1919 1942-43 1934 1946 1948 1949 1949 1949 1949 1946 1947 1949 1949 1947 1946 1941 1946 1919 1939-40 1948-49 1942 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1941-42 1947 1932 1933 1948 1948-49 1919 1945 1937-38 1920 1942 1919 1947 �PEARSON, H.W.-BEQUESTS PEARSON, HELEN (OBIT) PEIRCE HOUSE PENDER, (DR) G.E. PENHALLOW, (MRS.) DAVID PEARCE PENSION PLAN PENSION PLANS PEOPLES' BAPTIST CHURCH PEPPERRELL ASSOCIATION PEPPERRELL ASSOCIATION PEPPERRELL FAMILY ASSOCIATION PEPPERRELL FAMILY REUNION PEPPERRELL, LADY-HOUSE PEPPERRELL, SIR WILLIAM PEPPERRELL, SIR WILLIAM PEPPERRELL, SIR WM PEPPERRELL, WM-BARONET PERKINS' COVE-OGUNQUIT PERKINS HOUSE AT OGUNQUIT PERKINS, ERNEST L. PERKINS, (PRIV) MARVIN E. PERKINS, WILBUR S. PERSONNEL ADVISER -M. BARRET PERUKE MAKER PESARESI, WALTER S. PEST ISLAND PETERSON, JOHN B. PETERSON, JOHN E., JR. PETERSON, JOHN ERIC PETRIE POST PETTIGREW, HENRY ELROY, JR. PETTIGREW, RICHARD PETTIGREW, RICHARD SMITH PEYSER,FRANK PEYSER, HENRY W. PHILBRICK, (CAPT) DAN PHILBRICK, GOODWIN E. PHILBRICK, SHIRLEY S. (OBIT) PHILBROOK, HARRY E. (OBIT) PHILLIPE, PETER PHILLIPE, PETER G., JR. PHILLIPS, (CAPT) ALBERT J. PHILLIPS, CHARLES E. PHOTOGRAPHERS-LOCAL ORD. PICKERING, (DR) S.F.A. PICKERING, CHARLES, JR. PICKERING, CHARLES W., JR. PICKERING, THOMAS PIERCE FAMILY PIERCE ISLAND PIERCE ISLAND PIERCE ISLAND PIERCE ISLAND PIERCE ISLAND SWIMMING POOL 13 42 40 42 23 35 34 23 17 5 19 8 30 4 5 30 42 9 6 26 3 26 37 18 26 9 24 24 26 15 26 24 26 24 42 12 12 42 18 24 26 3 24 37 30 24 20 5 26 20 34 35 41 37 1938 1949 1949 1949 1942 1947 1947 1942 1939 1932 1940-41 1936 1945-46 1920 1932 1945-46 1949 1936-37 1933 1943-44 1919 1943-44 1948 1939-40 1943-44 1936-37 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1938 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1949 1938 1938 1949 1939-40 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1942-43 1948 1945-46 1942-43 1941-42 1932 1943-44 1941-42 1947 1947 1949 1948 �PIERCE ISLAND-ARMY REC. CNTR. PIERCE ISLAND-LIFE SAVING CERTS PIERCE ISLAND-POOL PIERCE ISLAND-SWIMMING POOL PIERCE ISLAND-SWIMMING POOL PIERCE, FRANKLIN PIERCE, ROBERT PIKE-SUBMARINE PIKE, JOHN E. PILGRIM, 0. CONNORS PILLOW, ANNAH L. (OBIT) PILLSBURY, FREDERICK PINKHAM, ERNEST L. PINKHAM, RICHARD A. PIPELINE EXTENSIONS PIRATES-MAINE PIRATES-NEW ENGLAND PISCATAQUA BRIDGE PISCATAQUA CAMERA CLUB PISCATAQUA CAMERA CLUB PISCATAQUA CAMERA CLUB PISCATAQUA CAMERA CLUB PISCATAQUA CAMERA CLUB PISCATAQUA PIONEERS PISCATAQUA PIONEERS PISCATAQUA PIONEERS PISCATAQUA PIONEERS PISCATAQUA PIONEERS PISCATAQUA PIONEERS-"LIFE OF ... " PISCATAQUA RIVER PISCATAQUA RIVER IN CIVIL WAR PISCATAQUA RIVER-FROZEN PISCATAQUA TAVERN PITT TAVERN-MASONIC TABLET PITTS, GEORGE S. PLAISTED, GUY EDGAR PLANNING BOARD PLANNING BOARD PLANNING BOARD PLANNING BOARD PLANNING BOARD PLANNING BOARD PLANNING BOARD PLANNING BOARD-5-YEAR WK PLANNING BOARD-CONSTRUC. SUR PLANNING BOARD-FILLING STA PLANNING BOARD-REZONING PLANNING BOARD-USED CAR LOT PLASTIC SPOOL PLANT PLATTSBURG, NY-OFFICER TRAIN. PLATTSBURG, NY-OFFICERS PLAYGROUND PLAYGROUND PLAYGROUND 21 1941 38 1948 32 1946 27 1944 29 1945 15 1938 24 1942-43 8 1936 26 1943-44 34 1947 13 1938 24 1942-43 26 1943-44 3 1919 SEE: STREET COMMISSIONERS-31 1946 11 1937-38 11 1937-38 6 1933 13 1938 14 1938 18 1939-40 21 1941 23 1942 10 1937 14 1938 17 1939 23 1942 4 1920 19 1940-41 25 1943 6 1933 23 1942 6 1933 21 1941 39 1948-49 3 1919 32 1946 33 1946 34 1947 35 1947 37 1948 41 1949 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH PLANNING BOARD 31 1946 31 1946 31 1946 38 1948 31 1946 34 1947 2 1918 1 1917 13 1938 19 1940-41 29 1945 �PLAYGROUND PLAYGROUND SITES PLAYGROUND-PANNAWAY MANOR PLAYGROUNDS PLAYGROUNDS PLAYGROUNDS PLAYGROUNDS PLUMBING INSPECTOR-MOULTON PLUNGER-SUBMARINE POINTER, PAUL E., JR. POLICE POLICE POLICE POLICE BOARD POLICE COMMISSION POLICE DEPT. POLICE DEPT. POLICE DEPT. POLICE DEPT. POLIOMYELITIS (FIRST CASE) POLITICAL ADVERTISING POLffiCAL ADVERTISING BILL POLL TAX-UNCOLLECTED POLLACK-SUBMARINE POLLUTION-GREAT BAY POMEROY COVE POOL-PEIRCE ISLAND POOL-PEIRCE ISLAND POOLE, GRACE MORRISON POOLE, WALTER H. POPULATION POPULATION-PORTSMOUTH POPULATION-PORTSMOUTH PORT AUTHORITY PORT AUTHORITY PORT AUTHORITY PORT AUTHORITY BILL PORTER, DAVID DIXON PORTER, Fm JOHN (STATUE) PORTRAITS-WENTWORTH PORTSMOUTH "PICTURESQUE" PORTSMOUTH "PRIVATEERS" PORTSMOUTH & NATIONAL DEF SUR PORTSMOUTH (TUGBOAT) PORTSMOUTH [SCHOOLS] PORTSMOUTH AQUEDUCT CO. PORTSMOUTH ATHENAEUM PORTSMOUTH ATHENAEUM PORTSMOUTH ATHENAEUM PORTSMOUTH BOARD OF ED. PORTSMOUTH BOARD OF ED. PORTSMOUTH BOARD OF ED. PORTSMOUTH BOARD OF ED. PORTSMOUTH BOARD OF EDUCA. 34 1947 29 1945 34 1947 31 1946 32 1946 35 1947 SEE: RECREATION-31 1946 37 1948 8 1936 26 1943-44 35 1947 36 1947 37 1948 31 1946 40 1949 33 1946 34 1947 41 1949 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH POLICE DEPT. SEE: HEALTH-35 1947 SEE: PORTSMOUTH HERALD-32 1946 34 1947 29 1945 1936 8 27 1944 15 1938 31 1946 SEE ALSO: PIERCE ISLAND 7 1934 ~ 1~~~ 37 1948 34 1947 35 1947 35 1947 37 1948 40 1949 34 1947 9 1936-37 4 1920 11 1937-38 38 1948 19 1940-41 21 1941 35 1947 SEE ALSO: SCHOOLS; INDIVIDUAL NAME 36 1947 27 1944 38 1948 SEE ALSO: ATHENAEUM 1942 23 1944 27 1945 29 SEE ALSO: BOARD OF EDUCATION 1941 21 �PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PROTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH BOARD OF HEALTH BUSINESS & PROF. CHAMBER OF COM CHAMBER OF COM CHAMBER OF COM CHAMBER OF COM. CHAMBER OF COM. CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL MTNG CITY COUNCIL-BUDG CIVIC PATROL CIVIC PATROL CIVIC PATROL COAST PATROL COM. BD. LABOR COMM. FOR EC. DEV. COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CHEST COOP. CONCERT DENTAL CLINIC EDUCATIONAL FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT. FIRE DEPT.-BIOG. FIRE DEPTARTMENT FLAG GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB GARDEN CLUB HARBOR HARBOR DEFENSES HARBOR-SURVEY HERALD HERALD HERALD HERALD HERALD HERALD HERALD 29 1945 42 1949 2 1918 21 1941 23 1942 1945 29 SEE ALSO: CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1938 14 1939-40 18 1940-41 19 1941 21 1942 23 1944 27 29 1945 1945-46 30 1936-37 9 1936 8 1944 27 1940-41 19 1941-42 20 1941 21 1918 2 1918 2 1944 27 1942 23 1944-46 28 1949 42 SEE ALSO: COMMUNITY CHEST 1939-40 18 1939 16 SEE: EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES-42 1949 1942 23 1940-41 19 1945 29 SEE ALSO: FIRE DEPT. 19 1940-41 21 1941 4 1920 7 1934 13 1938 18 1939-40 19 1940-41 21 1941 SEE ALSO: SUMMER FLOWER SHOW-14-1938 13 1938 1~1~2 40 1949 12 1938 14 1938 27 1944 31 1946 33 1946 37 1948 38 1948 m �PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH HERALD HERALD HERALD HERALD HERALD VS. MARST HERALD-POLIT. AD. HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL-BASK. HISTORIC HOMES HISTORICAL SOC HISTORICAL SOC. HISTORICAL SOC. HISTORICAL SOC. HISTORICAL SOC. HISTORICAL SOC. HISTORICAL SOCIETY HISTORICAL SOCIETY HISTORICAL SOCIETY HISTORICAL SOCIETY HOME INDUSTRIES HOME INDUSTRIES HOME INDUSTRIES HOME INDUSTRIES HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL HOSPITAL-BLOOD IN 1937 IN WARTIME INDUSTRIAL ASSO. INDUSTRIAL ASSO. LIBRARY LIONS CLUB MEDICAL SOCIETY MEMORIAL PARK MERCHANT'S BUR. MERCHANTS BUR. MERCHANTS BUR. NAVAL BASE RETIRE. NAVAL BASE-FIRE NAVAL BASE-LAYOFF NAVAL BASE-PERS. NAVAL DISCIP. BAR. 40 41 SEE ALSO: HERALD, PORTS.-35 SEE ALSO: HERALD, PORTSMOUTH 31 32 6 13 14 18 19 21 29 SEE: SPORTS-34 19 4 15 18 29 37 SEE ALSO: HISTORICAL SOCIETY 10 13 19 8 10 13 14 8 13 21 37 39 40 41 6 SEE ALSO: HOSPITAL 23 11 23 18 19 6 20 12 21 21 15 19 28 28 28 28 28 1949 1949 1947 1946 1946 1933 1938 1938 1939-40 1940-41 1941 1945 1947 1940-41 1920 1938 1939-40 1945 1948 1937 1938 1940-41 1936 1937 1938 1938 1936 1938 1941 1948 1948-49 1949 1949 1933 1942 1937-38 1942 1939-40 1940-41 1933 1941-42 1938 1941 1941 1938 1940-41 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 �PORTSMOUTH NAVAL HOSPITAL POSRTMOUTH NAVAL PRISON PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-BUILD. PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-EMPLO. PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-HISTORY PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-LAYOF. PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-PERS. PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-PHOTO. PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-PRISON PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-PURCH. PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-SURP. PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD THEFTS PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-WORK. PORTSMOUTH NEWSPAPERS PORTSMOUTH NEWSPAPERS PORTSMOUTH PLANNING BOARD PORTSMOUTH PLANNING BOARD PORTSMOUTH PLANNING BOARD PORTSMOUTH PLANNING BOARD PORTSMOUTH PLANNING BOARD PORTSMOUTH-PkANS- 'PL.A I NS PORTSMOUTH POLICE DEPT PORTSMOUTH POLICE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH POLICE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH POLICE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH POLICE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH POLICE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH POLICE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH POST OFFICE PORTSMOUTH POST OFFICE PORTSMOUTH POWER SQUADRON PORTSMOUTH PRIVATEERS PORTSMOUTH PRIVATEERS PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY 28 28 1 13 14 18 19 2 21 23 27 30 42 5 8 1944-46 1944-46 1917 • 1938 1938 1939-40 1940-41 1918 1941 1942 1944 1945-46 1949 1932 1936 SEE ALSO: NAVY YARD; U.S. NAVY YARD SEE ALSO: NAVY YARD; U.S. NAVY YARD 28 28 28 28 28 28 30 28 28 28 28 5 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1945-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1932 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES 19 21 27 29 1940-41 1941 1944 1945 SEE ALSO: PLANNING BOARD 5 13 21 27 29 30 39 1932 1938 1941 1944 1945 1945-46 1948-49 SEE ALSO: POLICE DEPT. 19 5 24 5 1940-41 1932 1942-43 1932 SEE ALSO: PRIVATEERS 12 14 19 2 21 23 1938 1938 1940-41 1918 1941 1942 �r PORTSMOUTH PUBLJC LJBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLJC LJBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLJC LJBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLJC LJBRARY PORTSMOUTH PUBLJC LJBRARY PORTSMOUTH RECREATION COMM. PORTSMOUTH RECREATION COMM. PORTSMOUTH REHAB. CENTER PORTSMOUTH REHAB. CENTER PORTSMOUTH ROTARY CLUB PORTSMOUTH ROTARY CLUB PORTSMOUTH ROTARY CLUB PORTSMOUTH SCHOOLS PORTSMOUTH SCHOOLS PORTSMOUTH SCHOOLS PORTSMOUTH SCHOOLS PORTSMOUTH SERVICE CLUB PORTSMOUTH SETTLEMENT-1623 PORTSMOUTH SHIPS PORTSMOUTH SOCIAL PROTECTION PORTSMOUTH STREETS PORTSMOUTH TEA PARTY PORTSMOUTH THEATRES PORTSMOUTH TRAINING SCHOOL PORTSMOUTH TRUST CO. PORTSMOUTH TRUST CO. PORTSMOUTH WATER DEPT. PORTSMOUTH WATER DEPT. PORTSMOUTH YACHT CLUB PORTSMOUTH YACHT CLUB PORTSMOUTH YACHT CLUB PORTSMOUTH, ENG.-RADIO TALK PORTSMOUTH, ENG.-VISIT-MAYOR PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND PORTSMOUTH-100TH ANNIVERSARY PORTSMOUTH-1933 PORTSMOUTH-1934 PORTSMOUTH-1935 PORTSMOUTH-1936 PORTSMOUTH-ADMINISTRA. CODE PORTSMOUTH-APPEARANCE PORTSMOUTH-AUDIT OF CITY FUND PORTSMOUTH-AUTHORS PORTSMOUTH-BOOKS PORTSMOUTH-BUDGET PORTSMOUTH-BUILDING CODE PORTSMOUTH-CHURCHES PORTSMOUTH-CHURCHES-METH. PORTSMOUTH-CHURCHES-ST.JOHN PORTSMOUTH-CHURCHES-TEMPLE PORTSMOUTH-CITY CLERK PORTSMOUTH-CITY CLERK PORTSMOUTH-CITY ELECTION, 1ST PORTSMOUTH-CITY OFFICIALS 29 30 8 9 SEE 29 SEE SEE 42 13 14 SEE 23 39 5 8 3 6 7 27 5 5 5 7 41 SEE 38 39 1945 1945-46 1936 1936-37 ALSO: PORTSMOUTH LJBRARY 1945 ALSO: RECREATION COMMITTEE ALSO: REHABILJTATION CENTER 1949 1938 1938 ALSO: ROTARY 1942 1948-49 1932 1936 1919 1933 1934 1944 1932 1932 1932 1934 1949 ALSO: BANKS 13 19 SEE ALSO: YACHT CLUB 21 10 4 42 6 7 7 9 38 29 21 15 15 SEE: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL 39 6 16 15 17 38 39 13 38 1948 1948-49 1938 1940-41 1941 1937 1920 1949 1933 1934 1934 1936-37 1948 1945 1941 1938 1938 1942 1948-49 1933 1939 1938 1939 1948 1948-49 1938 1948 �PORTSMOUTH-CITY PHYSICIAN PORTSMOUTH-CITY REPORT PORTSMOUTH-CRAFTSMEN PORTSMOUTH-DEFENSE PROJECTS PORTSMOUTH-DOORWAYS PORTSMOUTH-ELECTION-1936 PORTSMOUTH-ENGLAND-GRAY PORTSMOUTH-FIRE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH-FLOOD RELIEF DRIVE PORTSMOUTH-HEALTH PROBLEMS PORTSMOUTH-HIGHWAY DEPT. PORTSMOUTH-HIST. RECORDS SUR. PORTSMOUTH-HISTORIC BLDGS. PORTSMOUTH-HISTORIC HOUSES PORTSMOUTH-HISTORIC HOUSES PORTSMOUTH-HISTORIC HOUSES PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY-lST INDEP PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY-BREAK. PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY-CIVIL WAR PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY-FIRE-1813 PORTSMOUTH-HISTORY-WW PORTSMOUTH-HOME INDUSTRIES PORTSMOUTH-HOUSES-BOARDMAN PORTSMOUTH-HOUSES-LANGDON PORTSMOUTH-HOUSES-PIERCE, J PORTSMOUTH-HOUSES-WARNER PORTSMOUTH-HOUSES-WENDELL PORTSMOUTH-HOUSES-WENT. PORTSMOUTH-HOUSING PORTSMOUTH-INDUSTRIAL DEVEL. PORTSMOUTH-INDUSTRIES PORTSMOUTH-LIVING STANDARD PORTSMOUTH-LOCALITIES-BOUND. PORTSMOUTH-MEDICAL FACILITIES PORTSMOUTH-MORALS PORTSMOUTH-NAVAL HEROES PORTSMOUTH-OLD HOUSES PORTSMOUTH-ORDINANCES PORTSMOUTH-PLANS FOR FUTURE PORTSMOUTH-POPULATION PORTSMOUTH-POPULATION GAIN PORTSMOUTH-POST WAR PORTSMOUTH-POSTWAR PLAN PORTSMOUTH-REVOLUTIONARY PORTSMOUTH-RUSSO-JAPAN ESE PORTSMOUTH-SHIPPING PORTSMOUTH-SHIPS PORTSMOUTH-SHIPS-CLIPPER PORTSMOUTH-SOCIAL SECURITY 39 38 18 21 18 9 42 39 9 21 38 19 18 14 21 8 13 14 18 21 8 30 30 30 30 15 9 17 17 17 17 17 17 19 21 15 30 19 27 1 9 38 38 21 9 21 29 27 SEE: REVOLUTIONARY PORTS-5 38 38 15 15 9 1948-49 1948 1939-40 1941 1939-40 1936-37 1949 1948-49 1936-37 1941 1948 1940-41 1939-40 1938 1941 1936 1938 1938 1939-40 1941 1936 1945-46 1945-46 1945-46 1945-46 1938 1936-37 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1940-41 1941 1938 1945-46 1940-41 1944 1917 1936-37 1948 1948 1941 1936-37 1941 1945 1944 1932 1948 1948 1938 1938 1936-37 �,... PORTSMOUTH-STATE TAX PORTSMOUTH-STREET DEPT. PORTSMOUTH-STREET IMPROVE. PORTSMOUTH-TAXES-WENTWORTH PORTSMOUTH-TOWN RECORDS PORTSMOUTH-VITAL STATISTICS PORTSMOUTH-VITAL STATISTICS PORTSMOUTH-WARTIME PORTSMOUTH-WW PORTSMOUTH-WW-DEATHS PORTSMOUTH-WW-MEM. TABLET PORTSMOUTH-WW-SERVICEMEN PORTSMOUTH-ZONING PORTSMOUTH-ZONING LAWS PORTSMOUTHWATER DEPT. POST OFFICE POST OFFICE POSTOFFICE POTTER, (DR) FREDERICK (HOUSE) POWELL, CHARLES POWELL, DAVID POWELL, FRED POWELL, J. FRED POWELL, JOHN F. POWELL, WESLEY POWELL, WESLEY POWER PLANT POWER SHIP PRATT, DANIEL PRESCOTT ESTATE PRESCOTT PARK PRESCOTT PARK PRESCOTT, JOSIE F. (OBIT) PRESCOTT, ROBERT B. PRESIDENTS' BIRTH DAY-1938 PRESIDENTS' BIRTHDAY-1939 PRESTON, JOHN F., JR. PRICES PRICES-FOOD PRICES-MEAT PRICES-MEAT & BUTTER PRIDHAM, J.W. (OBIT) PRIMARY PRINCE GEORGE-SHIP PRINGLE, JAMES W. (OBIT) PRISON ESCAPES PRIVATEERING PRIVATEERS PRIVATEERS PRIVATEERS PROPERTY VALUATION SLASHED PRYOR, FRANK L. PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC LIBRARY 38 39 19 38 19 39 SEE 2 SEE 3 3 3 SEE 9 SEE 31 33 35 7 24 24 26 24 26 24 42 32 33 7 40 34 40 42 24 1948 1948-49 1940-41 1948 1940-41 1948-49 ALSO: VITAL STATISTICS 1918 ALSO: WORLD WAR 1919 1919 1919 ALSO: ZONING 1936-37 ALSO: WATER DEPT. 11 12 39 32 40 38 37 33 37 5 33 SEE: P. NAVY YARD-PRISON-30 11 16 17 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH PRIVATEERS 37 9 11 33 1946 1946 1947 1934 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1949 1946 1946 1934 1949 1947 1949 1949 1942-43 1937-38 1938 1948-49 1946 1949 1948 1948 1946 1948 1932 1946 1945-46 1937-38 1939 1939 1948 1936-37 1937-38 1946 �PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC LIBRARY-BEQUEST PUBLIC LIBRARY-FERNALD RETIRE. PUBLIC LIBRARY-TRUSTEES PUBLIC LIBRARY-VAUGHAN PUBLIC LIBRARY-VAUGHAN ELEC PUBLIC SERVICE CO. PUBLIC SERVICE CO. PUBLIC SERVICE CO.-NEW PLANT PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION 34 1947 35 1947 37 1948 38 1948 41 1949 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH LIBRARY SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY 40 1949 31 1946 36 1947 32 1946 31 1946 35 1947 37 1948 SEE: INDUSTRY-35 1947 21 1941 SEE ALSO: FED. AID TO PORTS.-21 1941 �QUARTERMAN, OWEN QUARTERMAN, WILLIAM QUEEN'S CHAPEL QUIMBY, ERVIN W. QUIMBY, NORMAN L. QUINN, JOSEPH QUINT, WILDER QUIRK, THOMAS N. QUIRK, THOMAS M. QUIRK, (REV) THOMAS N. QUIRK, (REV) THOMAS N. QUIRK, (REV) THOS. M. QUIRK, (REV) THOS. N. 24 26 5 24 26 3 7 24 26 27 32 19 42 1942-43 1943-44 1932 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1934 1942-43 1943-44 1944 1946 1940-41 1949 �RACE TRACK 31 RADIO STATION-W.H.E.B. 35 RADIO STATION-W.H.E.B. 40 RADIO-PORTMOUTH, NH-ENGLAND 23 RAILROAD STATION-NEW 29 RAILROAD STATION-PROPOSED 27 RAILROAD, B& M-EXPLOSION 25 RAILWAY MAIL ASSN. 10 RAILWAY MAIL ASSO. PROPERTY 8 RALEIGH-SHIP 5 RAMPARTS WE WATCH-DEROCHE 19 RAND SAWMILL-RYE 13 RAND,ARTHUR 24 42 RAND, BLAKE H. (OBIT) RAND, SETH E. 3 RAND, WALLACE E. (OBIT) 3 RANDALL, ASA G.-ARTIST 23 RANDALL, BOARDMAN 42 RANDALL, FRANK W. 39 23 RANDALL, WILLIAM B. (OBIT) RANGER 23 RANGER-SAILOR ON-SEAWARD, JOSEPH SEE: SEAWARD, J.-21 RARE BOOKS-REV. A.A. ROUNER 21 RASCH, FRANCES L. 26 26 RASMUSSEN, ARNOLD H., JR. RATION BOOKS 23 RATIONING-PORTSMOUTH RECORDS SEE: O.P.A. FOR PORTS.-29 RAYNES, (LIEUT) FRANKLIN S. 3 RE-REGISTRATION OF VOTERS 35 RE-ZONING 36 28 REAMY, THOMAS G. REARDON, DANIEL P. 3 REBEKAH LODGE NO. 3 21 RECREATION 20 29 RECREATION RECREATION BOARD 35 41 RECREATION BOARD 42 RECREATION BOARD RECREATION BOARD-FLAHIVE RES 34 RECREATION BOARD-PIERCE IS 34 RECREATION COMMISSION 33 RECREATION COMMISSION 36 37 RECREATION COMMISSION SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH REC. COM RECREATION COMMISSION 20 RECREATION COMMITTEE 31 RECREATION COMMITTEE 21 RECREATIONAL FACILIT1ES SEE ALSO: PIERCE IS. ARMY REC-21 RECREATIONAL FACILIT1ES 12 RED CROSS 32 RED CROSS 34 RED CROSS 37 RED CROSS 40 RED CROSS 41 RED CROSS 1946 1947 1949 1942 1945 1944 1943 1937 1936 1932 1940-41 1938 1942-43 1949 1919 1919, 1942 1949 1948-49 1942 1942 1941 1941 1943-44 1943-44 1942 1945 1919 1947 1947 1944-46 1919 1941 1941-42 1945 1947 1949 1949 1947 1947 1946 1947 1948 1941-42 1946 1941 1941 1938 1946 1947 1948 1949 1949 �RED CROSS-DRIVE RED CROSS-DRIVE RED CROSS VOLUNTEERS REDDEN, ALVIN F. REED, RALPH MALTRY, JR. REED, WALLACE P. REEFER MADNESS-HALTED REFUGEE CHILDREN REFUGEES REGAN, ANN M. REGAN, DANIEL REGAN, DAVID T. REGAN, J. LOUISE REGAN, JOHN E. (FUNERAL) REGAN, JUUA L. REGISTRATION, ALL MEN 18-42 REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REHABIUTATION CENTER REID, EUGENE REINHART, ARTHUR J. REUEF PROBLEM REUEF-COUNTY REMEY, MRS. GEORGE C. REMICK, FRANK C. (OBIT) REMICK, SHERMAN RENDERING PLANT RENNER, GORDON (FUNERAL) RENT CONTROL RENT CONTROLS RENT CONTROLS-CITY RENT SURVEY RESEARCH DAY-UNH RESERVED CORPS. RESISTANCE (POWER SHIP) RESISTANCE-POWER SHIP RESTAURANT WORKERS RETAIL SALES-PORTSMOUTH RETREAT GUILD RETURN OF SONS & DAUGHTERS RETURN OF SONS & DAUGHTERS REVENUE-CITY REVOLUTIONARY PORTSMOUTH RICCI, DOMINIC L. RICE PUBUC UBRARY RICE, ARTHUR H. RICE, JOHN H. 31 1946 33 1946 20 1941-42 36 1947 20 1941-42 20 1941-42 SEE: FILMS-SHOWING OF-35 1947 19 1940-41 20 1941-42 26 1943-44 24 1942-43 26 1943-44 39 1948-49 39 1948-49 26 1943-44 2 1918 31 1946 32 1946 33 1946 34 1947 35 1947 37 1948 38 1948 40 1949 41 1949 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH REHAB. CNTR. 26 1943-44 SEE: CITY SOUCITOR-40 1949 41 1949 40 1949 11 1937-38 36 1947 24 1942-43 32 1946 38 1948 1946 33 41 1949 40 1949 34 1947 13 1938 41 1949 1947 35 1947 34 1947 35 1940-41 19 1949 40 1941 21 1942 23 1946 32 1932 5 1947 36 1938 13 1942-43 24 1942-43 24 �RICE, (CAPT) ROBERT RICHARD, ALFRED J. RICHARD, ARMOND J. RICHARDS, CHARLES H. RICHARDS, M.O. (OBIT) RICHARDSON, C.H. (OBIT) RICHMOND, (MRS) VERA POINTER RICHMOND, CONSTANCE N. RICKER, EVERETT W. RILEY, (CORP) MARK RILEY, EDWARD P. RIPLEY, PERCY C. Rmo, EUGENE RmO, EUGENE, JR. ROAD SUPPLIES-BIDS FOR ROADS-STATE AID FOR ROBERTS, EDMUND ROBERTS, KENNETH ROBERTS, KENNETH ROBERTS, LEON LESTER ROBERTSON, (SARGE) JACK ROBINSON, (LT COM) ERNEST F. ROBINSON, (PRIV) CLYDE ROBINSON, E. F. ROBINSON, EDWARD G. ROBINSON, RICHARD C. ROBINSON, RICHARD D. ROCHESTER, NH-DAME HOUSE ROCK. CO. ANIMAL RESCUE ROCK. CO. FARM-MITCHELL HOSP!. ROCK. COUNTY-ANIMAL RESCUE ROCKINGHAM CO. JAIL ROCKINGHAM CO. JAIL ROCKINGHAM CO. MUSIC FEST ROCKINGHAM CO.-ANIMAL RESCUE ROCKINGHAM CO.-FIRE SECTOR ROCKINGHAM COUNTY ROCKINGHAM HOTEL ROCKINGHAM HOTEL ROCKINGHAM HOTEL-SALE RODEHAVER, (REV) MYLES RODEHAVER, (REV) MYLES RODEHAVER, (REV) MYLES W. ROGERS, (MAJ) ROBERT ROGERS, CHARLES E. ROLLINS, LESTER GEORGE ROLLINS, WILLIAM ROLLINS, WINGATE ROOSEVELT'S VISIT-1932 ROOSEVELT, F.D. (PRES) ROOSEVELT, JAMES (YACHT) ROSEN, BERNARD D. ROSEN, BERNARD D. ROSEN, WILLIAM G. 13 26 26 24 39 23 33 39 11 3 20 26 26 26 SEE: STREET COMMISSIONERS-31 SEE: STATE AID FOR ROADS-41 6 10 11 3 3 3 3 24 39 24 26 9 16 9 15 27 29 13 10 41 38 19 40 38 16 17 19 19 3 33 24 24 5 19 8 24 26 26 1938 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1948-49 1942 1946 1948-49 1937-38 1919 1941-42 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1946 1949 1933 1937 1937-38 1919 1919 1919 1919 1942-43 1948-49 1942-43 1943-44 1936-37 1939 1936-37 1938 1944 1945 1938 1937 1949 1948 1940-41 1949 1948 1939 1939 1940-41 1940-41 1919 1946 1942-43 1942-43 1932 1940-41 1936 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 �ROSTRON, JAMES L. (FUNERAL) ROTARIANS ROTARY CLUB ROTARY CLUB ROTARY CLUB ROTARY CLUB-1937 ROTARY TRAFFIC CIRCLE ROUNER, (REV) A.A. ROUNER, (REV) ARTHUR A. ROUNER, ARTHUR JR. ROUSSEAU, JOSEPH ROUSSEAU, WILLIAM ROWE, JOHN A. ROWE, (SARGE) LESLIE R. ROWE, ADDISON C. ROWE, EDWARD L. ROWE, GILMAN S. ROWE, STEWART (MAYOR) ROWE, STEWART (MAYOR) ROWE, STEWART E. (OBIT) ROYLOS, JOHN C. RUBBISH CANS FOR CITY RUBBISH COLLECTION RUDOLPH, ROBERT P. RUGG, WILLIS N. RUNDLETT-MAY HOUSE RUSSELL, ELEAZER RUSSO-JAPANESE PEACE TREATY RUSSO-JAPANESE PEACE TREATY RUTH CUMMINGS RYE HARBOR RYE HARBOR RYE HARBOR RYE HARBOR RYE HARBOR PROJECT RYE HARBOR-IMPROVEMENT RYE HARBOR-WHERRY RYE LIBRARY RYE WATER DISTRICT RYE, NH-TUCKER HOUSE RYE-BETHANY CON. CHURCH RYE-CHRISTIAN CHURCH RYE-HARBOR DEVELOPMENT RYE-LANDING FIELD RYE-WW-SERVICEMEN 38 31 37 38 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH ROTARY CLUB 1948 1946 1948 1948 9 1936-37 1947 1946 1948-49 1946 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1919 1919 1919 1940-41 1941-42 1944 1942-43 1944 1945 1944-46 1948-49 1947 1939 1944 SEE: TRAFFIC-34 32 39 33 26 24 26 3 3 3 3 19 29 27 24 27 29 28 39 34 17 27 SEE ALSO: TREATY OF PORTSMOUTH 24 12 15 17 6 14 21 9 8 34 11 10 11 11 10 3 1942-43 1938 1938 1939 1933 1938 1941 1936-37 1936 1947 1937-38 1937 1937-38 1937-38 1937 1919 �l S.P.C.A. SAIL LOFT SAILFISH (SUBMARINE) SALDEN, ARTHUR H. SALTER, (CAPT)TITUS SALTER, FANNIE SALTER, TITUS SALVAGE SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY SALVATION ARMY-BASKETS SANBORN, CLARENCE C.-RETIRES SANBORN, VINCENT R. SANDERSON, ALICE P. (OBIT) SANDOWN-OLD MEETING HOUSE SANITARY INSPECTOR APPOINTED SARATOGA (SLOOP OF WAR) SARDINE CANNING FACTORY SARDINE PLANT SARGENT, ROLAND L. SARGENT, ROLAND L. SAUCON-TANKER SAUSSER, ROBERT L. SAWYER, (CORP) EZRA W. SCAMMON, JOHN SCARBOROUGH, H.M.S. SCARBOROUGH-SHIP SCARPONI, GEORGE SCHETKY, NANCY SCHICK TEST SCHICK TESTS SCHIRMER, CONRAD SCHLEY, WINFIELD SCOTT SCHMIDT, (LIEUT) THEODORE (OBIT) SCHOOL BONDS SCHOOL DEPARTMENT SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS SCHOOLS-BUDGET 18 1939-40 17 1939 19 1940-41 26 1943-44 19 1940-41 19 1940-41 5 1932 23 1942 1 1917 18 1939-40 20 1941-42 21 1941 35 1947 38 1948 40 1949 41 1949 42 1949 19 1940-41 35 1947 26 1943-44 21 1941 8 1936 37 1948 4 1920 SEE ALSO: INDUSTRY-35 1947 37 1948 20 1941-42 26 1943-44 34 1947 26 1943-44 3 1919 26 1943-44 8 1936 6 1933 20 1941-42 26 1943-44 23 1942 21 1941 26 1943-44 9 1936-37 3 1919 35 1947 34 1947 25 1943 33 1946 34 1947 35 1947 36 1947 38 1948 40 1949 41 1949 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH; INDIVIDUAL NAME SEE ALSO: TRADE SCHOOLS-32 1946 37 1948 �r SCHOOLS-H.R. HAGSTROM-J.H. SCHOOLS-HAVEN-CENTENNIAL SCHOOLS-HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOLS-HIGH SCHOOL ENROLL. SCHOOLS-HIGH-GRADUATION SCHOOLS-HIGHSCHOOL-CLASS/19 SCHOOLS-HIGHSCHOOL-CLASS/29 SCHOOLS-JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOLS-LAFAYETTE SCHOOLS-POLICIES SCHOOLS-R.J. BEAL SUPER. SCHOOLS-RENOVATED SCHOOLS-SHERBURNE SCHOOLS-SHERBURNE SCHOOLS-SHERBURNE-PURCHASE SCHOOLS-SUPT. MOORE SCHOOLS-TRANSPORTATION SCHOOLS-TRIBUTE TO H.L. MOORE SCHOOLS-TUmON SCHOOLS-WENlWORTH SCHOOLS-WOODBURY SCHUNEMANN, FRANCIS W. SCULPIN (SUBMARINE) SEA AND SHORE FISHERIES SEABROOK "SINGING SANDS" SEACOAST DEVELOPMENT ASSN. SEACOAST MUSIC FESTIVAL SEACOAST MUSIC FESTIVAL SEACOAST MUSIC FESTIVAL SEACOAST MUSIC FESTIVAL-1939 SEACOAST REG. DEVEL. ASSO. SEACOAST REG. DEVELOPMENT SEACOAST REGIONAL ASSN. SEACOAST REGIONAL ASSN. SEACOAST REGIONAL DEVEL. ASSN. SEARAVEN (SUBMARINE) SEAVEY,HELEN SEAVEY, JOSEPH L (SALE) SEAWARD, ARTHUR W. SEAWARD, JOSEPH (SAILOR) SEAWARDS, WILLIAM WILLIAMS SEAWOLF (SUBMARINE) SEGARS, RALPH SELECTEES SELECTEES SELECTEES SELELCTEES SELELCTEES-DOG STORY SELECTIVE SERVICE SELECTIVE SERVICE SELECTIVE SERVICE BD. SELECTIVE SERVICE-CLOSE SERVICE FLAGS SERVICE MOTHERS 32 31 17 32 31 41 41 15 31 31 32 32 35 38 37 31 31 32 31 37 10 26 14 40 14 15 13 14 19 16 13 11 32 33 8 18 4 13 39 21 3 18 17 20 24 26 SEE ALSO: ENLISTED 26 40 SEE ALSO: DRAFT BOARD, SELECTEE 31 35 2 24 1946 1946 1939 1946 1946 1949 1949 1938 1946 1946 1946 1946 1947 1948 1948 1946 1946 1946 1946 1948 1937 1943-44 1938 1949 1938 1938 1938 1938 1940-41 1939 1938 1937-38 1946 1946 1936 1939-40 1920 1938 1948-49 1941 1919 1939-40 1939 1941-42 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1949 1946 1947 1918 1942-43 �r SERVICE TO FOREIGN BORN SERVICE TO FOREIGN BORN SERVICEMEN-LETTERS FROM SERVICEMEN-NEWS OF SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION SEWALL'S BRIDGE SEWALL'S BRIDGE-YORK SEWER-DENNETT ST. SEWERAGE SEWERAGE SURVEY SEWERS SEYBOLT, EDWARD (OBIT) SHACKFORD, (MRS.) ANN (OBIT) SHAINES, STUART SHAPLEIGH'S ISLAND SHARER, WALTER A. SHARETTE,CLYDE SHATTUCK, GERALD A. SHATTUCK SHIPYARD SHATTUCK SHIPYARD SHAW, (CAPT) THOMAS SHAW, JOHN C. (OBIT) SHAW, JUSTIN H. SHEA, JOHN J. SHEA, LEO SHEA, LEONARD SHEA, PETER SHEA, VINCENT MARTIN SHEAFE, (MRS.) CLARA SHERBURNE CIVIC ASSN SHERBURNE CIVIC ASSN. SHERBURNE CIVIC ASSN. SHERBURNE CIVIC ASSOCIATION SHERBURNE RD. BUILDING-INJUNCTION SHERBURNE, ALICE (OBIT) SHERBURNE, JOHN-HOUSE SHERMAN,GEORGE SHILLABER, (LIEUT) JOHN J. SHILLABER, B.P. SHIP MODELS SHIPBUILDING ON THE PISCATAQUA SHIPBUILDING-EXETER SHIPPING SHIPS SHIPS SHIPS SHIPYARDS SHOALS MARINE ZOOLOGY LAB. SHOE INDUSTRY SHOE INDUSTRY SHORELINE-ARMY USE SHUPE, ANDREW D. SHUPE, STANLEY A. SHUTTLEWORTH, WILLIAME. 27 29 23 23 11 6 5 30 21 37 29 42 19 33 7 24 26 24 1 2 16 42 23 20 24 24 24 24 19 34 35 37 36 SEE: INJUNCTION-BUILDING-34 19 12 20 3 25 16 19 9 19 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES SEE: NAVY-SHIPS-36 20 23 SEE : MARINE ZOOLOGY LAB.-13 32 SEE ALSO YANKEE SHOEMAKERS-32 20 26 24 26 1944 1945 1942 1942 1937-38 1933 1932 1945-46 1941 1948 1945 1949 1940-41 1946 1934 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1917 1918 1939 1949 1942 1941-42 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1940-41 1947 1947 1948 1947 1947 1940-41 1938 1941-42 1919 1943 1939 1940-41 1936-37 1940-41 1947 1941-42 1942 1938 1946 1946 1941-42 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 �SHUTE, (JUDGE) HENRY A. SICILIAN INVASION SIGN-CIVIC THEATER SIGNS-TRAFFIC SILKWORM CULTURE IN PORTS SILVERMAN, H. J. SILVERMAN, HAROLD J. SILVERMAN, RALPH W. SIMES AND CO SIMES, (LT) STEPHEN SIMES, STEPHEN H. SIMES, STEPHEN H. SIMES, THOMAS H. SIMES, THOMAS H. SIMONDS, GEORGE A., JR. SIMPSON, ROBERT M. SIMPSON, ROBERT M. SIMPSON, SARA D. (OBIT) SISE COMPANY SISE, JOHN INSURANCE CO. SISE, MRS. EDWARD F. SKATING RINKS SKATING RINKS SKATING RINKS SLAVERY IN PORTSMOUTH SLEDDING ON MANNING ST. SMART, (MR. AND MRS.) CLARENCE SMART, ROBERT C. SMART, THURSTON A. SMELT FISHING SMITH, (CAPT) ARCHIBALD W. SMITH, ARTHUR L. SMITH, EVERT H. SMITH, GALEN SMITH, GALEN W. SMITH, (MRS) GLADYS SMITH, HELEN B. SMITH, JAMES SMITH, JAMES H. (OBIT) SMITH, PHILIP A. SMITH, (REV) R.F. SMITH, RICHARD SMITH, ROLAND FRED SMITH, SEYMOUR PAUL SMITH, WENDELL T. SMITH, WILLIAM HORACE SMUTTYNOSE MURDERS-1873 SNOW LOADER SNOW REMOVAL SOCIAL SECURITY SOCIETY OF COLONIAL WARS SOCIETY OF COLONIAL WARS SOLDIERS' BAND SOSENKO, JAY 11 26 33 33 42 26 24 26 12 33 26 36 37 39 26 24 26 33 10 8 9 19 29 30 4 21 36 39 39 34 11 24 26 26 26 29 26 SEE: WENTWORTH HOTEL 30 26 33 26 26 24 26 24 SEE: ISLES OF SHOALS-25 34 29 29 17 7 25 26 1937-38 1943-44 1946 1946 1949 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1938 1946 1943-44 1947 1948 1948-49 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1946 1937 1936 1936-37 1940-41 1945 1945-46 1920 1941 1947 1948-49 1948-49 1947 1937-38 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1945 1943-44 1945-46 1943-44 1946 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1943 1947 1945 1945 1939 1934 1943 1943-44 �SOUCY, ALLBERT, JR. SOUTH CHURCH SOUTH CHURCH-PARSONAGE SOUTH MILL POND SOUTH MILL POND SPANISH AM. WAR-HISTORY SPANISH CLASSES SPANISH WAR HEROES-MEMORIAL SPANISH WAR MEMORIAL SPARHAWK MANSION SPARHAWK, MARY SPAULDING, (DR) JAMES A. SPEED LIMIT-NH SPINNEY, CEYLON SPINNEY, PAUL L. SPINNEY, WINSTON C. SPORTS-BASEBALL SPORTS-FOOTBALL SPORTS-HOCKEY SPORTS-SUNSET LEAGUE SPORTS-WINTER SPRAGUE, JOHN E. SPRAGUE, JOHN S. SPRING MARKET SPRING MARKET SPRINGER, WENDELL C.. SQUALUS SQUALUS (SUBMARINE) SQUALUS (SUBMARINE) ST. ANDREW'S LODGE ST. ANDREW'S LODGE ST. HILAIRE, ROBERT ST. JOHN'S CHURCH ST. JOHN'S CHURCH ST. JOHN'S CHURCH ST. JOHN'S CHURCH ST. JOHN'S CHURCH ST. JOHN'S CHURCH ST. JOHN'S CHURCH-BELL ST. JOHN'S LODGE ST. JOHN'S LODGE ST. JOHN'S LODGE-MASONS ST. JOHN'S LODGE-MASONS ST. JOHN'S LODGE-MASONS ST. JOHN'S LODGE-MASONS ST. JOHN'S SUNDAY SCHOOL ST. NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX ST. NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX STABROW, NAPOLEON P. (OBIT) STACY, HOWARD E. STAGE CHAIR STAMP ACT STAMPS-COMMERATIVE STANDPIPE 26 9 23 31 32 14 20 SEE: VETERANS-38 40 7 5 11 23 12 24 24 32 32 33 31 32 24 26 7 8 26 SEE ALSO: SAILFISH-19 14 18 37 SEE ALSO: MASONS 24 13 18 21 23 8 SEE ALSO: CHURCHS 27 4 SEE ALSO: MASONS 13 18 7 8 6 8 SEE ALSO: CHURCHES 23 39 6 5 13 19 1943-44 1936-37 1942 1946 1946 1938 1941-42 1948 1949 1934 1932 1937-38 1942 1938 1942-43 1942-43 1946 1946 1946 1946 1946 1942-43 1943-44 1934 1936 1943-44 1940-41 1938 1939-40 1948 1942-43 1938 1939-40 1941 1942 1936 1944 1920 1938 1939-40 1934 1936 1933 1936 1942 1948-49 1933 1932 1938 1940-41 �STAPLES, WALTER C. STARK, (BRIG-GEN) JOHN STARK, JOHN STARK, JOHN STARNS, OTIS P. STATE AID FOR ROADS STATE AID-SCHOOL DEPT. STATE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE STATE GUARD STATE GUARD STATE GUARD STATE HOUSE STATE PIER STATE PIER STATE POLICE STAYER'S INN STAYER'S INN STEEL MILL-PROPOSED STEEL PLANT STEEL PLANT STEEL-OLD TROLLEY TRACKS STEEPLEJACKS STEUBEN, BARON VON STEUBEN, BARON VON STEVENS, DANIEL STEVENS, DANIEL S. STEVENS, FARNUM STEVENS, FARNUM STEVENS, JAMES STEVENS, JAMES STEWART, (SARGE) W.J. STICKLES, ABRAM V. STIRES, WILFORD STOKEL, GEORGE STONELEIGH COLLEGE STONELEIGH COLLEGE STONELEIGH COLLEGE STONELEIGH PLAYERS STOODLEY'S TAVERN STORER POST STORER POST-G.A.R. STORER RELIEF CORPS STORER RELIEF CORPS STORER, ALBERT STORM SIGNALS STORM-DESTRUCTIVE STORMS-DAMAGE ON NH SHORE STORMS-ELECTRICAL STORM STOVER, MARIA F. (OBIT) STRADLEY, BERNARD T. STRATHAM HILL STRATHAM,NH-COM.CHURCH STRATHAM, NH-GRIST MILL STRATHAM-WW-SERVICEMEN 39 25 15 24 3 41 34 41 20 34 SEE ALSO: NH STATE GUARD 5 12 17 35 5 6 42 40 41 23 10 15 5 24 26 24 36 24 26 3 39 26 24 13 7 8 20 5 15 10 19 37 26 12 29 34 35 21 24 7 10 9 3 1948-49 1943 1938 1942-43 1919 1949 1947 1949 1941-42 1947 1932 1938 1939 1947 1932 1933 1949 1949 1949 1942 1937 1938 1932 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1947 1942-43 1943-44 1919 1948-49 1943-44 1942-43 1938 1934 1936 1941-42 1932 1938 1937 1940-41 1948 1943-44 1938 1945 1947 1947 1941 1942-43 1934 1937 1936-37 1919 �STRAWBERY BANKE STREAM LINE TRAIN STREET & SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENT STREET CHANGES STREET COMMISSIONERS STREET COMMISSIONERS STREET COMMISSIONERS STREET COMMISSIONERS STREET DEPARTMENT-REPAIR STREET LIGHTING STREET LIGHTS STREET LIGHTS STREET NAMES STREET REPAIR PROJECT STREETS STREETS-CLOSING STREETS-OILING STREIT, CLARENCE K. STRIKES STRIKES-B & M TRUCK DRIVERS STROUT, STANLEY STURTEVANT, ROY W. STURGIS, R.C. SUBMARINE CONSTRUCTION SUBMARINE ROLL OF HONOR SUBMARINE WARFARE SUBBMARINES SUBMARINE 0-9-SINKING SUBMARINE WARFARE SUBMARINE WARFARE SUBMARINE, BOAT CRASH SUBMARINE-GERMAN SUBMARINES SUBMARINES SUBMARINES SUBMARINES-ATOMIC BOMB TESTS SUB MARINES-DECOMMISSION ED SUBMARINES-INDIVIDUAL SUBMARINES-LAUNCHING SUBMARINES-MODERNIZED SUBMARINES-POST-WAR FLEET SUBMARINES-SNORKEL TYPE SULLIVAN BRIDGE-TOLLS SULLIVAN BRIDGE-TOLLS SULLIVAN, HUGH SULLIVAN, JOHN SULLIVAN, JOHN J. SULLIVAN, JOHN L. SULLIVAN, MICHAEL J. SUMMER FLOWER SHOW SUMNER, LOUIS W. SUNSET LEAGUE SUPERIOR COURT SUPERIOR CO~RT-OPENS 5 7 29 5 31 32 33 34 41 34 13 8 7 40 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH-STREETS 18 19 18 38 37 26 28 5 28 28 28 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES 21 1 23 28 2 39 SEE ALSO: NAVY SUBMARINES-36 SEE: PORTSMOUTH NAVY YARD-23 28 28 28 2 28 28 39 37 40 28 15 34 28 26 14 31 SEE: RECREATION; SPORTS-31 35 31 1932 1934 1945 1932 1946 1946 1946 1947 1949 1947 1938 1936 1934 1949 1939-40 1940-41 1939-40 1948 1948 1943-44 1944-46 1932 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1941 1917 1942 1944-46 1918 1948-49 1947 1942 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1918 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1948 1949 1944-46 1938 1947 1944-46 1943-44 1938 1946 1946 1947 1946 �SUPERIOR COURT-ROCKINGHAM SURVEY-CONSTRUCTION ACTIV. SUSSMAN, (PRIV) JOSEPH A. SUSSMAN, JOSEPH SUSSMAN, LEO L. (OBIT) SYLVANIA ELEC. PROD.-DOVER SYLVESTER, HERBERT C. 37 29 3 3 42 30 24 1948 1945 1919 1919 1949 1945-46 1942-43 �r TACCELTA,VINCENT TANKER, S.S. MEMORY TANKER-ESSO PORTSMOUTH TANKER-EXPLOSION TANKER-SACHEM TARBELL, EDMUND C. TARBELL, EDMUND G. (OBIT) TARBELL, EDMUND-PORTRAIT BY TARLTON, EMMA F. TARTRE TAVERNS TAVERNS-EARL OF HALIFAX TAX RATE TAX RATE TAX RATE-CITY TAX RATES TAX RATES TAXES TAXES TAXES TAXES TAXES-ABATEMENT PETITION TAXES-CITY TAXES-COUNTY TAXES-POLL TAXES-POLL TAX LIST TAXES-PROPERTY TAXES-PROPERTY TAX RECEIPTS TAXES-STATE TAXES-STATE TAXI RATES TAXICABS TAXIS TAXIS TAXIS TAXIS TAXIS-REQUESTS FOR PERMITS TAXPAYER'S ASSOCIATION TAYLOR, (MRS.) MARY (OBIT) TAYLOR, CHARLES WILLIAM TAYLOR, STEPHAN HENRY (OBIT) TAYLOR, WILLIAM P. TCHOW, (COL) THOMAS W. TEACHERS TEACHERS TEACHERS'SALARIES TEACHERS'SALARIES TEACHERS'SALARIES TEAGUE,PAUL TEBBETTS, FRANK W. TEBBETTS, ROBERT H. TEMPLE ISRAEL TEMPLE ISRAEL TEMPLE ISRAEL 3 41 28 21 28 15 14 8 16 24 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES 7 37 40 41 SEE ALSO: P.-CITY COUNC.-BUD.-27 SEE ALSO: P.-CITY COUNC.-BUD.-29 33 34 35 39 34 40 40 41 34 31 38 40 41 41 38 29 31 34 40 30 12 23 12 3 26 11 38 39 35 41 SEE ALSO: SCHOOLS-40 24 26 26 23 34 39 1919 1949 1944-46 1941 1944-46 1938 1938 1936 1939 1942-43 1934 1948 1949 1949 1944 1945 1946 1947 1947 1948-49 1947 1949 1949 1949 1947 1946 1948 1949 1949 1949 1948 1945 1946 1947 1949 1945-46 1938 1942 1938 1919 1943-44 1937-38 1948 1948-49 1947 1949 1949 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1942 1947 1948-49 �TEMPLE ISRAEL TEMPLEMAN, JOHN TEMPLETON, JOHN (OBIT) THANKSGIVING DAY-1938 THANKSGIVING-CELEBRATION THAW, ALEXANDER B. THAXTER, CELIA THAXTER, CELIA THAXTER,ROSAMOND THAYER, (REV.) LUCIUS THAYER, HELEN R. THAYER, LUCIUS E., JR. THEATER, FT.CONTSTITUTION THEATERS IN PORTSMOUTH THOMAS, JOSEPH G. THOMITS, ALBERT THOMPSON,CHARLES THOMPSON, DONALD THOMPSON, DONALD W. THOMPSON, ROBERT THOMPSON, THOMAS THOMSON, (PROF) ELIHU THORNER, JOSEPH W., JR. THORNER, LEONARD R. THORNER, RICHARD THORNTON,MATTHEW THORP, SYDNEY-REFUSED RELEASE THORVALD'S GRAVE THURSDAY PAINTERS TILTON, HELEN (OBIT) TILTON, HENRY B. (OBIT) TILTON, WM. T. TIMMINS, JOHN P. TOBER, CHARLES W. (OBIT) TOBER, DAVID TOBEY, JOHN IVORY (OBIT) TOBEY, LESTER HERBERT TOLENTINO, SATURNINO P. TOLL HIGHWAY TOLL ROAD TOLL ROAD TOLL ROAD TOLL ROAD TOLL ROAD-KITTERY-PORTLAND TOLSTOY,COUNTESS TORNADO-1847 TOSCAN, JEAN JOSEPH MARIE TOSI, UGO TOUSSAINT,HERBERT TOUSSAINT, REGINALD TOWLE, (CAPT) FRED S., M.D. (OBIT) TOWN, THEODORE J. TOWNE, JAMES TRACK TEAMS 42 12 14 12 42 10 34 7 11 6 7 3 20 5 33 24 24 26 24 24 24 9 24 24 24 12 SEE: SUPERIOR COURT-31 12 38 19 39 36 3 23 26 3 3 24 34 37 38 40 41 36 10 36 5 24 24 24 3 24 24 29 1949 1938 1938 1938 1949 1937 1947 1934 1937-38 1933 1934 1919 1941-42 1932 1946 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1936-37 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1938 1946 1938 1948 1940-41 1948-49 1947 1919 1942 1943-44 1919 1919 1942-43 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1947 1937 1947 1932 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1919 1942-43 1942-43 1945 �TRADE SCHOOL TRADE SCHOOL TRADE SCHOOL TRADE SCHOOL TRADE SCHOOL TRADE SCHOOL TRADE SCHOOL-BOND ISSUE TRADE SCHOOL-HEATING TRAFFIC TRAFFIC TRAFFIC TRAFFIC LIGHTS TRAFFIC AND PARKING PROBLEMS TRAFFIC COURT TRAFFIC LIGHTS TRAFFIC-PORTSMOUTH TRAFTON, C. WILLIAM, JR. TRAFTON, MARSHALL H. TRAILL-SPENCE HOUSE TRANSPORTATION CNTR-PROP. TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES TREADWELL HOUSE TREADWELL, (MRS.) KATHERINE TREAlY OF PORTSMOUTH TREAlY OF PORTSMOUTH TREAlY OF PORTSMOUTH TREDICK, (LIEUT) GEORGE ANDREW TREES-CilY-SPRAYING TREES-PORTSMOUTH TREFETHEN, GEORGE A. TREFETHEN, PAUL H. TRITON (SUBMARINE) TROOPS-RETURNING TROUT (SUBMARINE) TROY, (CORP) JOHN J. TRUCK DRIVERS' STRIKE TRUCKS-FINES TRUEMAN,ABBOTT TRUEMAN, (SARGE) AUSTIN H. TRUEMAN,ERNEST TRUEMAN, SIDNEY (OBIT) TUCK, EDWARD TUCK, EDWARD TUCKE MONUMENT AT THE SHOALS TUCKER, FRED C. TUCKER, GARLAND F. TUCKER, FRANCIS P. TUCKER, ROBERT TUCKER, THEODORE LAWRENCE TUGBOAT-FERRY TUGBOAT-MITCHELL DAVIS TUGBOATS TULLIS, CHARLES HENRY TWOMBLY, HERMAN C. 27 29 32 35 SEE ALSO: SEE ALSO: 31 31 34 35 SEE ALSO: 41 29 8 36 21 20 26 17 27 1 40 23 25 4 SEE ALSO : SCHOOLS-34 SCHOOLS-36 PARKING-31 P.-RUSSO-JAPANESE-38 3 SEE: STREET COMMISSIONERS-31 21 36 20 19 2 19 3 40 38 26 3 39 42 11 13 6 6 41 26 24 3 37 7 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES 28 36 1944 1945 1946 1947 1947 1947 1946 1946 1947 1947 1946 1949 1945 1936 1947 1941 1941-42 1943-44 1939 1944 1917 1949 1942 1943 1920 1948 1919 1946 1941 1947 1941-42 1940-41 1918 1940-41 1919 1949 1948 1943-44 1919 1948-49 1949 1937-38 1938 1933 1933 1949 1943-44 1942-43 1919 1948 1934 1944-46 1947 �r 1WONBLY, ALBERT TYPHOON 24 15 1942-43 1938 �U.S NAVY YARD U.S. ARMY U.S. ARMY-ENLISTMENTS-OCTOBER U.S. ARMY-RECRUITS U.S. BUREAU OF INTERNAL REV. U.S. COAST GUARD U.S. COAST GUARD U.S. COAST GUARD U.S. COAST GUARD-ANCHORAGES U.S. COAST GUARD-HISTORY U.S. COAST GUARD-ISLES OF SHOAL U.S. COAST GUARD-SHOALS STA. U.S. CONSTITUTION-SESQUICEN. U.S. CUSTOMS HOUSE U.S. CUSTOMS HOUSE U.S. EMPLOYMENT SERVICE U.S. EMPLOYMENT SERVICE U.S. EMPLOYMENT SERVICE-VETS U.S. MARINE CORPS U.S. MARINES-ANNIVERSARY U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY U.S. NAVAL RESERVE U.S. NAVY-AWARDS U.S. NAVY-RECRUITS U.S. NAVY YARD U.S. NAVY YARD U.S. NAVY YARD U.S. NAVY YARD-DRY DOCK U.S. POST OFFICE-NEW U.S. PUBLIC HEALTH SERV.-SURVEY U.S.O. U.S.O. U.S.O. U.S.O. U.S.O. U.S.O. U.S.O. U.S.O. CLUB-FIFTH BIRTHDAY U.S.O.-INDUSTRIAL U.S.S. ARGONAUT U.S.S. ATULE U.S.S. BARB U.S.S. BILLFISH U.S.S. BOWFIN U.S.S. BURRFISH U.S.S. BURRFISH U.S.S. CACHALOT U.S.S. CAPELIN U.S.S. CISCO U.S.S. CLAMAGORE U.S.S. CONGER U.S.S. CONSTELLATION U.S.S. CUTLASS U.S.S. DIABLO SEE ALSO: NAVY YARD; P. NAVY YARD SEE ALSO: ARMY 41 37 37 12 9 1949 1948 1948 1938 1936-37 SEE ALSO: COAST GUARD; P. COAST GUARD 21 27 29 30 10 7 1941 1944 1945 1945-46 1937 1934 SEE ALSO: CUSTOMS HOUSE 33 1946 SEE ALSO: EMPLOYMENT SERVICE 31 23 28 28 28 28 28 11 16 17 7 29 29 21 23 27 28 33 34 35 31 29 28 28 28 28 28 28 39 6 28 28 28 28 39 28 28 1946 1942 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1937-38 1939 1939 1934 1945 1945 1941 1942 1944 1944-46 1946 1947 1947 1946 1945 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 9144-46 1944-46 1948-49 1933 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 �U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. U.S.S. FALCON FINBACK FLYING FISH FLYING FISH GODFISH GOLET GRAYLING GRENADIER GROUPER GUDGEON GUDGEON HADDOCK HERRING IREX LST-512 MANTA MARLIN MT. MCKINLEY NEW ORLEANS ODAX ODAX PARCHE PENGUIN PGM-12 PICKEREL PIKE PIPER PLAICE PLUNGER POCONO POMODAN PORPOISE PORPOISE PORTSMOUTH PORTSMOUTH PROTEUS QUEENFISH QUILLBACK QUILLBACK RAZORBACK REDFISH REMORA REQUIN RONQUIL RUNNER S-44 SAILFISH SAILFISH (SQUALUS) SAILFISH-MEMORIAL SAIPAN SARDA SAWFISH SCABBARDFISH SCAMP 28 28 28 39 28 28 28 28 28 28 39 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 39 28 28 28 39 28 28 28 28 28 39 7 28 28 39 28 28 28 39 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 39 28 39 28 28 28 28 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1934 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 �U.S.S. SCORPION U.S.S. SCULPIN U.S.S. SCULPIN U.S.S. SEA CAT U.S.S. SEA DEVIL U.S.S. SEA DOG U.S.S. SEA FOX U.S.S. SEA LEOPARD U.S.S. SEA POACHER U.S.S. SEA ROBIN U.S.S. SEARAVEN U.S.S. SEARAVEN U.S.S. SEAWOLF U.S.S. SEAWOLF U.S.S. SEGUNDO U.S.S. SENNETT U.S.S. SHAD U.S.S. SIRAGO U.S.S. SNAPPER U.S.S. SNAPPER U.S.S. SNOOK U.S.S. SPIKEFISH U.S.S. SPIKEFISH U.S.S. SPINAX U.S.S. SQUALUS U.S.S. SQUALUS U.S.S. SQUALUS U.S.S. SQUALUS U.S.S. SQUALUS U.S.S. STINGRAY U.S.S SUTTON U.S.S. SWORDFISH U.S.S. TENCH U.S.S. THORNBACK U.S.S. THREADFIN U.S.S. TIGRONE U.S.S. TIGRONE U.S.S. TIRANTE U.S.S. TORO U.S.S. TORSK U.S.S. TRINGER U.S.S. TROUT U.S.S. TROUT U.S.S. TRUMPETFISH U.S.S. TRUTTA U.S.S. TURNER U.S.S. TUSK U.S.S. VOLADOR U.S.S.-4 MEMORIAL SERVICE U.S.S.S.49 UNDERWOOD, ERNEST UNEMPLOYMENT UNEMPLOYMENT UNEMPLOYMENT 28 10 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 17 28 17 28 28 28 39 28 10 28 28 28 39 28 12 16 17 28 39 10 28 28 28 28 28 28 39 28 28 28 39 24 28 39 28 26 28 39 39 15 24 32 34 38 1944-46 1937 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1939 1944-46 1939 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1937 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1938 1939 1939 1944-46 1948-49 1937 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1944-46 1944-46 1948-49 1942-43 1944-46 1948-49 1944-46 1943-44 1944-46 1948-49 1948-49 1938 1942-43 1946 1947 1948 �UNEMPLOYMENT UNEMPLOYMENT UNH-COMMENCEMENT UNITARIAN CHURCH UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST CHURCH UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST CHURCH UNITED SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS UNITED SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS UNITED SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS UNITED STATES NAVAL RESERVE UNIVERSALIST CONVENTION UNIVERSALIST SOCIETY UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE UPHAM, TIMOTHY UTILITIES 40 41 42 5 42 1949 1949 1949 1932 1949 SEE ALSO: CHURCHES 20 24 1941-42 1942-43 SEE ALSO: U.S.O. 20 14 27 40 17 38 1941-42 1938 1944 1949 1939 1948 �V-E DAY V-J DAY V.E. DAY V.F.W. V.F.W.-PORTSMOUTH VARIETY SHOW VAUGHAN, DOROTHY M. VAUGHAN, DOROTHY M. VAUGHAN, DOROTHY M. VAUGHAN, DOROTHY M.-LIBRARIAN VENEREAL DISEASE VENEREAL SOCIETY VENNARD FAMILY VENNARD, JOHN G. VETERANS VETERANS VETERANS VETERANS VETERANS VETERANS VETERANS' ADMIN. VETERANS' PREFERENCE COMM. VETERANS HOSPITAL-PROPOSED' VETERANS OF FOREIGH WARS VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS VETERANS-EMPLOYMENT VETERANS-EMPLOYMENT VETERANS-HOUSING VEZINA, PAULINE VICTORY BOOK DRIVE VICTORY DAY VICTORY LOAN TRAIN VISUAL EDUCATION FILMS VITAL STATISTICS VITAL STATISTICS VITAL STATISTICS VITAL STATISTICS VITAL STATISTICS-AUGUST B & D VOLKMAN, CHARLES H. VOLKMAN,CLARENCE VOTING MACHINES VOTING PROCEDURES-MUNICIPAL VOUDY, DAVID L. VOZELLA, JOHN J. 29 29 31 34 40 20 18 33 38 30 37 27 7 36 20 32 33 35 38 1945 1945 1946 1947 1949 1941-42 1939-40 1946 1948 1945-46 1948 1944 1934 1947 1941-42 1946 1946 1947 1948 SEE ALSO: INDIVIDUAL NAMES 37 35 27 38 29 42 29 1948 1947 1944 1948 1945 1949 1945 SEE ALSO: EMPLOYMENT-POSTWAR VETS SEE: HOUSING FOR VETS 26 23 32 29 39 34 40 41 1943-44 1942 1946 1945 1948-49 1947 1949 1949 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH-VITAL STATS 35 20 24 41 27 20 24 1947 1941-42 1942-43 1949 1944 1941-42 1942-43 �/ W.C.T.U. W.C.T.U.-BUS SMOKING BAN W.P.A. W.P.A. W.P.A. GUIDE TO NH WAACS WAACS WAGNER MURDER WAKE ISLAND WALBACH, (COL) J.B. WALDEN, JOHN S. WALDEN, NELLIE (OBIT) WALDEN, RICHARD I. WALDRON, (PRIV) JEREMY WALDRON, JEREMY R., JR. WALDRON, JEREMY (OBIT) WALDRON, JEREMY R. WALDRON, JEREMY R. WALFORD, LIEUT. WALKER, (DRS) T.B. & CORNELIA WALKER, EDMUND WALKER, (MAJ) WALLIS D. WALLINGFORD,HENRY WALLIS SANDS WALTON, (MRS.) MABEL (OBIT) WALTON, W.C. WALTON, WM . C. (OBIT) WAR BONDS, STAMPS WAR CAMP COMMUNITY FUND WAR DEAD WAR FUND COLLECTION-NAVY YD WAR MEMORIAL WAR MEMORIALS WAR RECORDS COMMITTEE WAR REVENUE TAX WAR SAVINGS STAMPS, THRIFT WAR SERVICE-COMMUNITY CAMP WARD BOUNDARIES-MCINTIRE BILL WARD OFFICERS-MUNICIPAL WARD PARK WARD, ERNEST MELVIN WARD, MARKE. WARDWELL, WILLIAM L. WARE, RALPH G. WARFS, UNCOVERED-PRESCOTT PK WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE 34 40 19 21 9 23 24 7 20 7 26 18 9 3 24 42 3 36 24 42 26 3 3 40 23 40 21 23 1 38 27 SEE: GYMNASIUM-29 2 33 1 1 2 34 27 4 3 39 39 24 21 10 14 19 33 36 37 38 5 6 1947 1949 1940-41 1941 1936-37 1942 1942-43 1934 1941-42 1934 1943-44 1939-40 1936-37 1919 1942-43 1949 1919 1947 1942-43 1949 1943-44 1919 1919 1949 1942 1949 1941 1942 1917 1948 1944 1945 1918 1946 1917 1917 1918 1947 1944 1920 1919 1948-49 1948-49 1942-43 1941 1937 1938 1940-41 1946 1947 1948 1948 1932 1933 �WARNER HOUSE WARNER HOUSE ASSOCIATION WARNER HOUSE BENEFIT WARNER, A.C. (OBIT) WARNER, RICHARD A. WARWICK CLUB WASHBURN, (CAPT) I.H. WASHBURN, EMILY WASHBURN, HOWARD THOMAS WASHBURN, ISRAEL H. (OBIT) WASHINGTON'S VISIT WASHINGTON ELM, JR. HIGH WASHINGTON, GEORGE WASHINGTON, GEORGE-VISIT TO EX WASHINGTON, GEORGE-VISIT TO P WASHINGTON, H.L. (OBIT) WASHINGTON-VISIT TO PORTS WASILEWSKI, (S. SERGE) JOSEPH WATER CONSERVATION WATER DEPT-SUPPLY, ETC. WATER DEPT. WATER DEPT. WATER DEPT. WATER DISTRICT-WALLIS SANDS WATER FOUNTAIN-LAFAYETTE WATER LINE-ELWYN ROAD WATER PIPELINE PLAN WATER POLLUTION WATER POLLUTION WATER PROJECT WATER RATES WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY WATER SUPPLY-GREENLAND WATER SUPPLY-WALLIS SANDS WATER SUPPLY-WALLIS SANDS, RYE WATER TANK-BRENTWOOD WATER WORKS-HISTORY WATER-CITY-"LA FOLLA PROBE" WATERFRONT PATROL WATKINS, ROBERT WATSON, EARL E., JR. WATT, RAYMOND WAVES WEARE MANSION WEARE MANSION WEAVER, HENRY P. WEAVING MACHINES WEBBER, (LIEUT) PHILIP F. WEBBER, (MR. AND MRS.)OLIVER WEBSTER, DANIEL WEBSTER, DANIEL 8 21 42 34 26 12 3 23 24 13 5 5 18 37 27 14 34 34 41 23 34 41 1936 1941 1949 1947 1943-44 1938 1919 1942 1942-43 1938 1932 1932 1939-40 1948 1944 1938 1947 1947 1949 1942 1947 1949 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH-WATER DEPT. 35 42 37 41 34 35 25 27 19 21 31 41 29 34 33 27 SEE: WATER PROJECT-25 41 23 24 24 24 24 10 9 3 20 3 36 11 15 1947 1949 1948 1949 1947 1947 1943 1944 1940-41 1941 1946 1949 1945 1947 1946 1944 1943 1949 1942 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 9142-43 1937 1936-37 1919 1941-42 1919 1947 1937-38 1938 �WEBSTER, DANIEL WEDGEWOOD PLATES WEEKS HOUSE WEEKS HOUSE-GREENLAND WEEKS, E.A. (OBIT) WEEKS, RAYMOND WEEKS, THORNTON N. WEEKS, THORNTON N., JR. WE~E~ WELFARE BOARD WELFARE DEPT. WELL BAY CLINIC WENDELL, (SARGE) GEORGE A. WENDELL, CHARLES P. (OBIT) WENDELL, HARRY W. (OBIT) WENDELL, JOHN WENDELL, MRS. BARRETT WENDELL, MRS. RUTH WENEHASA CLUB WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES WENTWORTH ACRES-CRAFT FACT WENTWORTH ACRES-NURSERY SCHOOL WENTWORTH HOME WENTWORTH HOME WENTWORTH HOME-NURSES HOME WENTWORTH HOTEL WENTWORTH HOTEL WENTWORTH HOTEL-JAMES SMITH WENTWORTH HOUSE WENTWORTH HOUSE (HUNKING) WENTWORTH MANSION-LILACS WENTWORTH PORTRAITS WENTWORTH, (GOV) JOHN WENTWORTH, BENNING WENTWORTH, BERT WENTWORTH, CLAUDE ELLSWORTH WENTWORTH, JOHN WENTWORTH, JOHN WENTWORTH, JOHN R. WENTWORTH, JOSHUA WENTWORTH, MARK H.-HOME WENTWORTH, SAMUEL-HOUSE WENTWORTH, SUSAN (OBIT) WENTWORTH-GARDNER HOUSE WENTWORTH-GARDNER HOUSE 25 14 18 13 42 26 24 26 m 34 41 35 3 19 23 38 15 9 2 27 29 · 30 · 34 35 37, 38 , 40 · 41 42 33 SEE: NURSERY SCHOOL-29 7 8 9 30 38 31 6 4 SEE: LILACS-WENTWORTH MAN.-16 6 15 5 10 3 14 5 7 5 11 11 18 12 5 1943 1938 1939-40 1938 1949 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1941-42 1947 1949 1947 1919 1940-41 1942 1948 1938 1936-37 1918 1944 1945 1945-46 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1949 1946 1945 1934 1936 1936-37 1945-46 1948 1946 1933 1920 1939 1933 1938 1932 1937 1919 1938 1932 1934 1932 1937-38 1937-38 1939-40 1938 1932 �WEN1WORTH-GARDNER HOUSE WEN1WORTH-VAUGHAN HOUSE WEN1WORTH-VAUGHAN HOUSE WESTGATE, WILLIAM H. WESTON, JAMES R. WESTON SAMUEL WESTON, SAMUEL WESTON, SAMUEL WEYMER, SEWARD M. WHALEBACK LIGHTHOUSE WHALEN, ROBERT E. WHALEN, ROBERT EDWARD WHALING SHIPS-PORTSMOUTH WHEELWRIGHT, (REV) JOHN WHEELWRIGHT, JOHN WHIPPING POST WHIPPLE, JOSEPH WHIPPLE, JOSEPH-COLL. CUSTOMS WHITAKER, ELLSWORTH F. WHITCOMB, HENRY ORIN WHITCOMB, HENRY 0. WHITE, EDWARDS., III WHITE, FREDERICK W. WHITE, FREDERICK WILLIAM WHITE, GEORGE LINWOOD WHITE, HAROLD WHITE, WILLIAM H. WHITEHOUSE, FORREST L. WHITEHOUSE, JOSEPH L. WHITMAN, (MR. AND MRS.) JAMES WHITMAN, ROBERT C. WHITTIER, OBADIAH WHOLEY, JOHN J. WHOLLEY, JOHN J. WIGGIN, ERNEST WIGGIN, JOHN R. WILBUR, GERALD A. WILCOX, FREDERICK E. WILDER, MARGARET BUELL WILDER, RICHARD CLYDE, JR. WILDES, RICHARD CLYDE, JR. WILLARD, (MRS.) JENNIE C. WILLARD, MARGARET WILLIAMS, (CAPT) WILLIAM WILLIAMS, (LIEUT) CHARLES S. WILLIAMS, AUTUS T. WILLIAMS, FAITH WILLIAMS, STANLEY WILSON HIGHWAY WILSON, (CAPT) JAMES KNOX WILSON, (REV) H.J. WILSON, RICHARD J. WINCHESTER FARM WINEBAUM, HARRY 6 5 1933 1932 SEE ALSO: WEN1WORTH, SAMUEL-HOUSE 24 26 11 16 9 3 SEE: LIGHTHOUSES-WHALEBACK-17 24 26 14 15 11 15 17 8 24 24 26 26 24 26 26 26 18 26 26 36 39 11 26 24 24 24 24 24 23 24 26 38 34 16 3 24 24 26 11 3 15 26 7 19 1942-43 1943-44 1937-38 1939 1936-37 1919 1939 1942-43 1943-44 1938 1938 1937-38 1938 1939 1936 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1943-44 1943-44 1939-40 1943-44 1943-44 1947 1948-49 1937-38 1943-44 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1942-43 1942 1942-43 1943-44 1948 1947 1939 1919 1942-43 1942-43 1943-44 1937-38 1919 1938 1943-44 1934 1940-41 �WINEBAUM, HARRY 33 WINEBAUM, HARRY 38 WINEBAUM, HARRY 41 WINN, DON F. 26 WINN, RICHARD R. 24 WINN, RICHARD W. 26 WINTER MUSIC FESTIVAL-1936 9 WINTER SPORTS-MT. AGAMENTICUS 38 WINTER-1918 37 WITCH OF THE WAVE 15 WITCHES SEE: NEW CASTLE-WITCHES-10 WITCHTROT ROAD 16 WOLFEBORO-WENTWORTH HOUSE 10 WOMAN JURORS 35 WOMEN SEE ALSO: GIRLS WOMEN-DANCING 20 WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION SEE: W.C.T.U.-34 WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION SEE: W.C.T.U.-40 WOMEN'S CITY CLUB 13 WOMEN'S CITY CLUB 18 WOMEN'S CITY CLUB 19 WOMEN'S CITY CLUB 37 WOMEN'S CITY CLUB 38 WOMEN'S CITY CLUB 40 WOMEN'S CITY CLUB 41 WOMEN'S CITY CLUB 42 WOMEN'S CLUB, PORTSMOUTH BUSINESS & PROF. SEE: P.BUS & PRO-42 WOMEN'S COUNCIL-NATIONAL 1 WOOD, (MRS) EDITHE. 30 WOOD, J. VERNE 39 WOOD, MARY I. 19 WOODBURY AVE. BY-PASS 41 WOODBURY AVE.-BYPASS 40 WOODBURY, B.C. (OBIT) 39 WOODCARVER-HANS BRUSTLE 18 WOODMAN, WESLEY G. 24 WOODRUFF, JOHN F. 24 WOODS, PETER PAUL 3 WOODS, WADLEIGH W. 26 WOODS, WALTER S. 39 WOODS, WILLIAM F. (OBIT) 13 WOOLFSON, ALBERT 39 WORLD'S FAIR-NH EXHIBIT-1939 16 WORLD'S FAIR-NH EXHIBITS 17 WORLD'S WAR 35 WORLD'S WAR DEAD 36 WORLD'S WAR-NON-COMBAT DEAD 37 WORLD WAR SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH-WW WORLD WAR II SERVICE AWARDS 28 WPA ORCHESTRA 20 WRECK-BRITISH FREIGHTER 27 WRIGHT, EDWARD N. 26 WRIGHT, (LIEUT) J. BRANDON 3 WATER BILLS-UNPAID 21 1946 1948 1949 1943-44 1942-43 1943-44 1936-37 1948 1948 1938 1937 1939 1937 1947 1941-42 1947 1949 1938 1939-40 1940-41 1948 1948 1949 1949 1949 1949 1917 1945-46 1948-49 1940-41 1949 1949 1948-49 1939-40 1942-43 1942-43 1919 1943-44 1948-49 1938 1948-49 1939 1939 1947 1947 1948 1944-46 1941-42 1944 1943-44 1919 1941 �WYATT, (PRIV) JAMESY. 3 1919 �Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M.C.A. Y.M .C.A.-FIRE Y.M.C.A./Y.W.C.A.-DRAMATIC WKSP. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A. Y.W.C.A.-BUILDING YACHT CLUB YACHT CLUB YANKEE SHOEMAKER PLANT YANKEE SHOEMAKERS YANKEE SHOEMAKERS YEATON, HARRY B. (OBIT) YEATON, JOHN H. YEATON, PHILIP 0. YOFFEE, BERNARD YOFFEE, BERNARD YORK BEACH UNION CHURCH YORK CO. HISTORICAL MARKERS YORK COUNTY-TERCENTARY YORK, ENGLAND-RADIO TO YORK, ME YORK-COLONIAL CONCERT YORK-DORIS MARSTON YORK-FOREFATHER'S DAY YORK-HISTORIC LANDMARKS YORK-HISTORY YORK-HISTORY YORK-MCINTIRE GARRISON YORK-MOODY HOUSE YORK-OLD JAIL YORK-OLD SCHOOLHOUSE YORK-PARSON MOODY SUNDAY 1 10 18 2 20 21 23 27 29 35 38 40 41 42 11 SEE: DRAMATIC WORKSHOP-32 20 21 29 33 34 35 36 37 38 41 42 19 41 1917 1937 1939-40 1918 1941-42 1941 1942 1944 1945 1947 1948 1949 1949 1949 1937-38 1946 1941-42 1941 1945 1946 1947 1947 1947 1948 1948 1949 1949 1940-41 1949 SEE ALSO: PORTSMOUTH YACHT CLUB 37 32 33 23 33 36 24 33 30 9 8 21 5 14 37 17 30 13 14 11 17 8 38 10 1948 1946 1946 1942 1946 1947 1942-43 1946 1945-46 1936-37 1936 1941 1932 1938 1948 1939 1945-46 1938 1938 1937-38 1939 1936 1948 1937 �r YORK-SCENIC HIGHWAY YORK-SEWALL'S BRIDGE YORK-SEWALL'S BRIDGE YOUNG, OSMER M. YOUNG, WILLIAM R. YOUTH CENTER-PROPOSED YOUTH DROP-IN CENTER YOUTH DROP-IN CENTER YOUTH RECREATION COUNCIL YOUTH RECREATION COUNCIL 7 5 7 3 24 33 29 SEE ALSO: P. YOUTH REC.-29 27 29 1934 1932 1934 1919 1942-43 1946 1945 1945 1944 1945 �, ,. --- ZIMMER, DANIEL L. ZIMMER, DANIEL L. ZIONIST CONVENTION ZIONIST DISTRICT ZIONIST DISTRICT ZIONISTS ZONE RULING-ISLINGTON ST. ZONING ZONING ZONING ZONING ZONING ORDINANCES-VIOLATIONS ZONING-ISLINGTON ST. ZUBKUS 24 28 14 38 39 19 38 37 40 41 SEE ALSO: P.CITY COUNCIL-29 34 37 26 1942-43 1944-46 1938 1948 1948-49 1940-41 1948 1948 1949 1949 1945 1947 1948 1943-44 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbooks Subject The topic of the resource Portsmouth (N.H.) Scrapbooks World War II World War I Description An account of the resource Between 1918 and 1949 staff members of the Portsmouth Public Library clipped articles from The Portsmouth Herald and other newspapers and glued them into 42 scrapbooks. The articles they selected for these scrapbooks covered such world changing events as WWI and WWII, as well as local concerns, such as news of an upcoming garden tour, a new movie by Louis DeRochemont, layoffs at the Navy Yard, or the election of the first city manager in Portsmouth. In short, these scrapbooks provide us with a fascinating (if somewhat subjective) view of life in Portsmouth — and the world beyond — before 1950. <br /><br />To make the scrapbooks easier to use, a <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/items/show/4252" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">master index</a> was compiled in 1997, utilizing each separate scrapbook index. The subject entry listed refers you to a scrapbook by volume number and year. You must consult the index included in each separate scrapbook to locate the page number for a particular article. Because subject headings varied somewhat, from scrapbook to scrapbook, there has been some attempt to standardize the subject terms used. In addition, "see" and "see also" entries have been added to the master index.<br /><br />Due to the heavy use this collection has received over the years, and to the fragile nature of newspapers, the scrapbooks have shown signs of deterioration. Fortunately, grants received from The Thaxter Foundation in 1998-1999 permitted the library to have preservation photocopies made of this valuable collection. -Sarah Hartwell, Special Collections Librarian, February 1999<br /><br />To view a complete scrapbook, click the PDF name below the image. Click on the book's image on the next page. The scrapbooks in this collection are fully searchable. Once the PDF is open, click Control+F (or Command+F on a Mac) to open the search feature. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Portsmouth Public Library Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1918-1920, 1932-1949 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="http://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbook Index Subject The topic of the resource Scrapbooks Portsmouth (N.H.) Index Description An account of the resource An index of names, places, and subjects for the Portsmouth Scrapbook Collection. This index provides the volume number. Page numbers can be found in each volume's index. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Portsmouth Public Library (N.H.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1997 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context i15583351 https://portsmouthexhibits.org/files/original/b546cf356ccbe6d6f305451c1ace39cf.PDF a436feebb597fc4dc89958feb8a81361 PDF Text Text �.,, Obituaries: Admiralty Village 39 James Borthwick 48 America. Warship, 1749 4 American Red Cross 24 Thomas Boyan 43 Blay, Ruth. HangingJ11tl768 7 Elmer E. Clark 43 Bomb&ng Target Range, 36 Thos. E. Collina 45 Boy Scouts of America 16 Helen Pearson 57 BrownL Ira A.,Candidate 43, Shirley S. Philbrick 58 Camp angdon, N.c. Use of 37 Josie F. Prescott 59 Catholic Teacher Institute 17 Blake H. Rm d 60 Christian Church.Conference 17 Edward Seybolt 61 Clothing, Appeal for 26 John c. Shaw 61 Coast 1 nstallations. Sale b¥ 11 Leo L. Sussman 61 Army Jeremy Waldron 62 Dale, Charles M. Testimony 45 E.A. Weeks. 63 Daniel Street. Origin of name 9 O'Brien, Leah, Retirement 56 Denis, Leon, Sgt. 46 Parking Facilities, Proposed 22 ~!strict Nursing Assoc. 18,19,20 Pender, G.E., Dr. Homored 57 Educational Facilities, Ports.47 Pepperrell, Wm. Comm. as Baronet~ Survey of Peyser, Henry w., Appointment 58,59 Elks, Lodge of 48 PQrtsmouth Bus.&Prof.Wom.Club 57,61 Family Welfare Service 19,20 Portsmouth Community Chest 31-34 Fort Constitution 11-15,37 Portsmouth. England. Gray Bros. 49 Girl Scouts of America 21 Portsmouth Navy Yard 42' Gray,. Charles·, Award to 49 Portsmouth.lOOth Anniv. as City 2-3 Grirr; Rev. Michael & Rev.Rob.50 Portsmouth Rehab. Center 24,67 Powell, Wesley. Candiaat~ 58 Hadassah 16 H.M.s. Glasgow· at P. 41 Quirk, Thos. N. Rev. 60 Randall, Boardman, Retirement 60 Hospital Costs 2S Recreation Board 20 Insurance, G.I. 26 Salvation Army 25 Infantile Paralysis Victimes 36 Silk Worm Culture in Portsmouth 3., Exercise Table for Unternal Revenue Employees 65 Steel Mill, Proposed 68-79 Iron Industry.Portsmouth Area 8-9 Temple Israel 17,65 Thanksgiving. Celebration of 40 Kiwanis Club 22: Kennedy, John J. Retirement 51 Unitarian-Universalist Church 17,52 Knights of Pythias· 23,4~ UNH. Commencement 66 Veterans of Foreign Wars 26 Kushious, David. Award to 52,53 League of Women Voters. Workshop 22 Walker, DoctorsT.B. & Cornelia B 63,64 Warner House Benefit 9,11 "Lost Boundaries" 41 Water Fountain. Lafayette School 34,35, McCarthy, Heney App 1 t. 5~ McCooeyk James E.'l'ribute to 55 Wentworth Acres 37,38 Women's City Club 31 McDonough, James. Disappearance 6 YMCA 26,27,28 of. 1768 YWCA 28,29 ,3-0 McDonough, Richard B. Resignation 54 Marston, Irving w. Retirement 5~ Marvin, Oliver w. Tax Comm. 64 ~Obituaries, Additional: Masons, Grand Lodge. Election 49 Eugene Daniell 47 Merrill, Maj.Gen. Frank D., Speaker 57 Douglas Dismules47 Meyer, Cord. United World Fed. 56 Denman, W.L,C'p'l47 R.L.Fetter,TSgt 48 10 · Moffatt-Ladd House Deborah Freiman 48 N.H. National Bank.Scandal 40,42' Maxwell Ganter 48 49 Benj. Goldberg 49 N.H. Daily Pub. Assoc 41,42' News, Top News of 1949 James J. Leary, Lt .51. Eleanor Lovell 52 Ralph G. McCarthy 54 John E. O'Brien 56 Sidney Trueman 64 �·Portsmouth Embarks on Second .:; -- ~ - ~ ~')..., . By BOB l\lORRISON It was a cumbersome system, but THE KING of England got his I Senate and governor of New Hampperhaps the two-body idea was dePort.mlouth .enters Its liecond cen- mace Into the act In 1679 when he .shire. signed to be more democratic. The tury a., a city today, ' ordered the province of New Hamp• • • The first hundred years are the shire set up, John Cutts of PortsJOHN PAUL JONES built the common council was the more powhardest, e.s the city has finally mouth was appointed president and "Ranger" and "Ame1ica" here and ' er!ul'. h~ltiatlng the money b!lls and found a :modern, efficient form of the town became the first seat of sailed them with brilliant success appomtmg department heads. ' government after changing Its orig- New Hampshire's government. Both the council and board met against the British. inal charter two times. Although not a native, Daniel on the second !Joor of the old city Portsmouth has actuaJly been The good king proceeded to apWebster practiced law here for nine hall on Pleasant street, the council worklng toward this goal for more point other presidents and governin one half of lhe room and the alyears. than a hundred years, however, for ors, most of them friends of the Three times during the latter part dermen In the other ha!(. it was 326 years ago that hardy set- heirs of Capt. John Mason, who or these "golden years," the town When the two bodies were meettiers from England first started fish- was originally granted the area being and fighting Indians at Odi- ; tween the Piscataqua and Merrl- , was threatened with extinction by ing separately, heavy wooden doors fire. The streets were just as nar- were closed bet.ween them . When orne's point-back In 1623. mack rivers. • • • · The heirs succeeded In getting row then as tJ1ey are now and fire business called for a joint meeting, these lace and powder officials to . fighting equipment didn't hold much th e doors were opened. MAJOR CHANGES have evolved "put the h eat" on the settlers to j resemblance to today's modem apIn the economic anti social as well THE BIGGEST source of contorfett the titlea to their land and , paratus housed on Court street. as the political life o! the cqmtention bet.ween them was in the Tl1e cry of fire in those days wa-, munlty. power or appointments. Although Today, the city would be a shell take leases from the absentee pre- J followed by much running around, the council made the appointmenbs, tenders of ownership. , evacuation of children and Invalids of historic houses, ghostly In the from endangered buildings, glass they hnct to be approvcct In Joint winter and visited by curious tourThey were unsuccessful In these smashing, some leverish but J11e!- session. One scrap over the naming ists In the summer, if it were not moves, but they did stir the good of a. street commissioner went to for the naval shipyard. people's Ire more than a little. So it fectua1 water throwing at the flames 61 votes before It was sett.led. I -and much praying fot· rain. One hundred years ago, Ports- wasn't surpri5ing that Portsmouth Only one or the men who served • • • mouth was a brawling seaport, one patriots got In the first licks of the THE FIRST serious tire came in the city in the days of the common of the most Important on the At- Revolutionary war. . December, 1802, when 132 buildings council remains in public service lantic coast. And prior to the RevoIt was a bloodless but signal oc- 1 were leveled. The second one wiped I today. ' lutlonary war, wealthy shipbuilders He is Robert Herrick, now a mem1 out 14 buildings the day after ! and merchants copied the fancy casion. ber of the board o! appraisers. A ; Christmas !our years later. • IOClal ways of the English and bullt fo1m er common councilman. he has I Th~ :o_nflagration that real1y had the handsome m!nslons· that strn 1 ON DEC. 14, 1771-four months also served as motor vehicle departbefore the Middlesex fa1mers exgrace many of the city's streets. ment inspector, city messen~er. cle,·k changed ball for ball with the Red the populace "on the ropes" flared • • • of the board of public works :md THE EARLIEST settlers here did Coats-a "bunch of the boys" gath- up tn December 1813. clerk of the fire departmen t,. erect a,t O'Toole's tavern for a quick In that one, 241 buildings valued not come to escape religious proThe original city charter put a secution in the old world. Most of round of nun and then hied them- at $300,000 were consumed by , system into effect that was not ol'llv selves out to Fort William and Mary flames. But the report on the numthem were staunch members of the unwleldly, but gradually became unChurch of England, se~t over by in New Castle where they laid their , ber destroyed is a little misleading popular. hands on and carried away 16 canfor it probably included chicken merchants to establish fisheries, to • • • non, 60 'rifles and 100 barrels of coop,s and outhouses. harvest lumber and trade with the TUE PROCEDURE of having all powder. Indians; Portsmouth survived the fires but the represcntallves elecled from the Local historians wlll dispute the Although Portsmouth sent many as the Civil war approached, &hipwards with none from the city as a matter of who was the very first 1 a brave man of! to war with flint- building and ocean commerce the whole, caused those in the smaller settler here, but It looks as If David locks, the town's most telling effort town's economic mainstays, began wards to howl that they were loosing Thompson should get the honor over was on the sea, to decline. out when it came to new streets and Edward Hllton. sewers. Americans. oncB leaders on the Thompson .landed at Odlorne's The port, was already a. thriving So, In 1005, the clrnrlcr was point, probably In May, 1623, and shipbuilding center and many seas with liheir cliJ>per i.hlp.s, were changed and the common council built palisaded home there, call- former fishermen and tr ad er s losing out to the British with their and the board of alctermen wc,re ing It "Pannaway." Others followed, turned to privateering, a dama,ginii iron vessels, and cities built on the eliminated. value of oak and pii:ie sailing ships and the settlement that started the The new charter provided R city · struggle for survival was known as j a.ctlvity for the British and a pro- were the losers. • • • council with a counc!lmr,n from "Piscataqua." But not all the early fltable one for onr side. each ward and four councilors atcitizens were polished scholars, as WHEN TIIE RED COATS came THE SHIPPING Industry was large. records show varying spelling8, such back for more Jn 1812, Portsmouth !mocked out. or Portsmouth, but Elections were scheduled for the Portsmouth it.self stayed with the as "P!scatquak," raiders again sallied for~h. and the ; struggle Ii econ d Tuesday In December • • • every other year. At the same time THE LITTLE community was total damage inflicted by local profiteers ln the two wars has been The town was still growing and in Ward 5 was carved out of Wards 1 granted a township in the early estimated at two and a half million 1~49, was large enough to become a and 4 in what has been calle(i a 1630's and was duly called Piscatadollars from 419 ships stormed. I city. typical "Gerrymander" deal. qua, although the name "Strawberry Tl1e General Court, on July 6 ol How many Portsmouth fo1tunes Bank" came Into common use. that year, pa55ed a city charter for THIS FORM of government, the In 1641, the _lnfi~~tion of, Puri- , were built on privateering profits the town and the people accepted it most com;non employed in the and how many on shipbuilding and l;ans from Massachusetts had be- trading profits is not known, but at the polls on Aug. 21. cow1try, served the city under such come 110 pronounced In the area that many heirs of the early Portsmouth popular m:iyors as Daniel Bactger, 1 The government e6lablished wa-s Strawberry Bank, along with Hamp- wealthy could thank their forebears' oldest living mayor, who se1 ved in , an odd one. , ton, Exeter and Dover joined up with patriotism for their comforts. 1911, 1912 nnd 1913, and the late Femancto W. Hartford, editor and the neighboring colony. It provided that on the Eecond The 100 years from 1720 to 1820 publisher of The Portsmouth Herald, By 1653, the people were apparent- were Portsmou.h's "golden years." : Tuesday of every March, a mayor, who served more terms than any ly growing sophisticated, because It was during this period that the a 21-man common council and a. other mayor, in l!l21, 1922 and from they successfully petitioned to have big fortunes were made and men seven-man board of alde11nen would 1928 through 1932. the quaint name ot Strawberry Bank from Portsmouth gained widespread be elected. In 1947, the majority of citizens • • • !changed to Portsmouth. Town re- fame serving their state and coundecided it wos time to get' a modern THE l\fA YOU was 1.he only ofl'i' cords show, however, ,that "Straw- try. form of government that could morn clal elected from the city as a whole berry Bank" hung on and was used There were many of these re- The councilors and aldermen wer~ efficienlly handle the lncrea8ing 1 as late as 1674. nowned men. Perhaps the most well elected frqm the three wards. complications of mu.'licipal busiknown were William Whipple, sign- 1 ness. er of. the declaration of indepenAfter a heated campaign, the cicy dence; Sir John Wentworth, the last manager system was approved by royal governor, and John Langdon, the voters, and Edward C. Peterson delegate to the Continental Conbecame Portsmouth's first city gress, first president of the u. s. I n,r.t n nop r . I . .. I I I • • I I 1 a I • • • I · . . .. I �Cent ury as Full- Fledged City THE MAJOR CHANGE Involved wa.s that of having a· trained executive carry out routine ciLy business. The new charter ls less than two years old, but already it faces a challenge at the polls in November. One other major change in the city's mode of government, made back in 1895 under the original charter, must be mentioned because it not only changed the wa:y in which the police force was run, but it left the city with two police forces for a short time. In that year, the General court provided that the governor and his council would a,ppolnt police com- I missioners in several cities, Including Portsmouth. The commissioners, in turn, would have the responsibility of I choosing not only the city marshal, but the captains and patrolmen as well. I • • • PREVIOUSLY, Portsmouth guar- dians of law and order had walked on and off the force according to the , way the annual city elections went. When the Republicans chased the Democrats out of office, a Republican force went in-from marshal down-and the rever.~e occurred under the opposite outcome. For many years in the latter part of the century, Thomas Entwistle, Republican, and Jefferson C. Rowe, Democrat, altemated as marshal in accordance with the swing of the political pendelum. When Entwistle became marshal, Rowe became captain of the watch at the navy yard and when the Democra.ts got back into power, Rowe pinned on the marshal's badge and Entwistle was shunted to the yard. • • • IT WAS a well-established and accepted system that worked without strife and bloodshed. However, when the first police commissioners - William H. Sise, John E. Dimick and Ira C. Seymour - appointed a new marshal and force in April, 1895, the members of the incumbent department under Marshal Rowe felt quite put out over the whole affair and firm- ly refused to surrender their authority. The new force, under Marshal Finley R. Butterfield, retreated to the county courthouse on State s reet and proceeded to carry on bhe job of policing the city. 1 For several weeks-until the matter had been straightened out in Superior court and the old force was ordered to turn in Its billies and badges-the city had the double protection of two forces and, often times, was treated to the sight of two cops pounding the pavement side by side on the same beat. • • • WHILE ALL the.se changes were going. on . in the city government, important changes were providing the city with more and more industries, taking up where ocean commerce left off. Gradually, residents saw three breweries-bhe Frank Jones, Eldredge and Portsmouth brewing companies--.start bubbllng away in pre-prohib1t1on prosperity. For a time, a large, six-story cotton mill employed several hundred persons in its Hanover street plant before it was destroyed by 1fire in 1880. Then there was the Portsmouth Machine Co., a Boston and Maine wheel foundry and the Portsmouth Shoe Co., which stood on Islington street until only a few years ago. The Morley Button Co. for many years was said to be turning out more shoe buttons than any other company in the world. I· • • • THE NAVY YARD, in the meantime, was beginning to grow. Its first big boost came in the Civil war when it was called on to build more than a dozen steam sloops. In 1905, Henderson's point, a hazard to large ships using the port, was elimfnated in a two-year operation climaxed by an exp1osion involving 50 tons of dynamite and more rock than all the farmers in Rockingham county would admlt having In their fields. The shipyard mushroomed to 4,000 employes during the World War, then slipped back to a peacetime force of about 2,000. • • • ALSO SWELLING employment in Portsmouth during that conflict were two shipyards-the· Atlantic Shipbuilding Co. on Freeman's point and the L. H. Shattuck Co., in Newington. The Atlantic firm turned out ten 8,500-ton steam freighters and twelve 3,500-ton wooden ships slid down ways of the Shattuck company. There aren't many industrial plants for the city to count now. Almost everybody works, or at one time or other has worked at the navy yard. ' The old houses remain and some of the old residents who knew the days of nickel beer· and horse racing on bhe ice on Nor~h Mill pond are still here. But it ls not to the lore o! old ' Portsmouth that· its people are now looking. They have found a new form of government and are searching for n~ Industries Lhat wm continue the march of municipal progress. 3 Here 1 Silk Worm Business Flopped Not for Portsmouth IJ.t.. '\ - In its search for new industry there is one field lhat Portsmouth's Chamber of Commerce industrial commit.tee might well avoid. That one was tried more than 100 years ago and apparently was l)Ot very successful. At least, there are no silk worm farms in operation today in the Portsmouth area-but two men once had the idea and · tried to make it work. They were Tobias H. Millor and Dr. Silas Durkee, M. D. Miller was an editor of the Portsmouth Chronicle for many year and later a prominent minister. His son, Frank, also edited the. Chronicle, and was mayor in 1874. * • • prosecution of the business above mentioned;-and a full account be at all times open for mutual inspection and examination, and shall be settled in lhe month of April annually. "Said Durkee is to allow said Miller at the rate of four dollars per acre annually for the use of the land which may be appropriated for the planting of mulberry trees, slips, seeds, etc. * • • "IN WITNESS whereof we here- by set our names and bind ourselves, our heirs, administrators and assignees for the term of 20 years, at lhe end of which term of lime lhere shall be equal division of all property including the THE ORIGI AL agreemeent be- tween the two men is now in the historical collection of Joseph W. P. Frost of Kittery Point. It reads as follows: "Memorandum of agreement by and between Tobias H. Miller, yeoman and Silas Durkee, Physician, both of Portsmouth and State of New Hampshire respecting the cultivation of mulberry trees and the raising of silk worms and silk. "Il is agreed that the mulbei:ry bud, slips, cuttings and trees are lo be planted on said Miller's land, near Gravelly Ridge so called, and he and the said Durkee are to share equally and in all respects alike in lhe profits, losses, expenses and labor arising from lheir joint trees, slips, etc. on hand pertaining to the business above mentioned, excepting the land. "Dated at Portsmouth aforesaid this 29th day of April, A. D. 1836." Just how prosperous the silk worm farm was has not come down to us. But it was not many years later that Frank Jones bought most of the prbperiy in the vicinity of Gravelly Ridge and built his mansion out there, which still slands. �First Portsmouth - Built Major Warship a Failure *** * * * * * * * * * 'Ship of the Line' $,I')_. America 'Ready' 200 Years Ago, but Made Only One Voyage By RAY BRIGHTO WHATEVER THE CAUSES of Just two centuries ago Portsthe America's unseaworthiness, she mouth's first venture in U1e conwas the first "ship of the line" struction of a major naval warship built in the colonies and as such -the 44-gun America-dropped marked the beginning of Portsdown the Piscataqua under conmouth's trend toward naval convoy for her maiden voyage to Engstruction. land. ' For two years the shipyard of She is not to be confused with CQI. Nathaniel Meserve, near what the second America built here in is now the Maplewood avenue the 1780's under the eagle eye of bridge, had echoed to the ringing John Paul Jones, which later blows of mauls as shipwrights wound up in the hands of the toiled on the beautifully designed French as a gift. Nor was she the "ship of the line." same America that the English True, other warcraft had been built in 1757 to replace her and built and launched into the river's which was lost off Rhode Island ripping tide but the Amerlca-"a in 1781. good fifth rate"-was destined to The 1749 America was the feeble take her place in Britain's practiTWO CENTURIES-The original of this model of the America was ancestor of a long line of able cally perpetual "line of battle" the first American built "ship of the line," constructed in Portsmouth fighting ships that have sailed down against France. In 1749. The model itself is on display in the Portsmouth Athenaeum. the Piscataqua from their birth* * * SHE WAS the first such warship This picture, taken in the Athenaeum 60 years ago, is the property of places to the open sea and combat. built in the New World at the di- Garland Patch. rect orders of the Lord CommisTHE FACT that Sir Willian: SHE WAS B ILT by Colonel spent so much time supervising the sioners of the Admiralty. They let her slide down the ways Meserve according to a model and America's construction tends to dison May 4, 1749, and on Sept. 12 of specifications forwarded to him pel the romantic theory advanced that year-exactly 200 years ago-- by the Admiralty through Sir by a local historian that the AmerSir William Pepperrell informed Peter Warren's good friend, Sir ica was poorly built, because althe Admiralty by letter that she William Pepperrell. ready in 1749 the colonists were Shortly after his success at th e beginning to feel a dislike for the was ready. In telling the story of the America, siege of Louisburg in 17 45, Sir "old country." it would be pleasant to relate, if William informed Gov. Benning Sir William was the first baronet they were true, tales of her ex- · Wentworth of New Hampshire that ploits in battle. But the brutal he had been directed to commis- created in the New World. He owed facts of history will not let this sion the building of four ships in that much at least to the English colonial yards. Two of these vesse).s crown. Added to that, is the fact be done. . Actually, the America was as were to be of 44 guns and two of that he was the wealthiest shipowner in the colonies and would tart a "lemon" as the stuffy Lords 24 guns. be sympathetic to shoddy f In the same letter he told Gov- scarcely of the Admiralty ever bit into. he ernor Wentworth that he had come work, no matter what the pretext. to an agreement with Colonel Mewas a complete failure .. It is probably true that the timBuilt at a cost of 8,000 pounds, serve for the building of one of the bers in the America were "well Sterling, she made one voyage and ships. He asked the governor to ap- worked" if Installed under the eye that was to London. By the timi> point a hoard to determine the of Sir William. she reached there, her timbers price that should be paid to the However, two possible explanawere so badly sprung that she was colonel. That board reported that decommissioned and never again he should be recompensed at nine tions of the America's failure repounds, Sterling, per ton. , main. Both must be arrived at by put in service. * • inference but are reasonable. * * * COLONEL MESERV was a AS LATE AS 1756, however, she The first possibility is one that was carried on Royal Navy rosters highly rated shipwright and mainas "lying in Ofdinary" at Deptford tained his yard in back of his home is as familiar to modern shipon the Thames river-a naval way near the present locations of builders and their steel-skinned of saying that she was fast becom- Maplewood and Raynes avenue. He vessels as it has been to shipwas a distinguished soldier, having wrights for centuries-change in taken part in the siege of Louis- design. ing a rotting, useless hulk. j Rather than let the America burg and was later to go on the AFTER THE MODEL and the stand as representative of Ports- Crown Point expedition of 1756 specifications were delivered to I mouth shipbuilding ability in the and to die on June 28, 1758, of Colonel Meserve and constrnction 17th and early 18th century, it smallpox while taking part in the well under way, Sir William Pepwould be well to mention the two second siege of Louisburg. perrell notes that "under the adwarships that were constructed vice" of Admiral Knowles the here before her. The keel of the America was America was made a few feet longOne of these, the Falkland, serv- \. laid in 1747 and for a commentary er than originally planned. ed the English navy weil for many on the method and manner of conyears after her launching in 1690 struction Sir William Pepperrell's It is not impossible that in modiand the other, the Bedford gallery, report to the Admiralty date Sept. fying the ship to suit the flag ofhad a long career after commis- 12, 1749 is still available: ficers ideas, some of the America's sioning In 1696. weaknesses crept into her hull. "Before Mr. Wallis came here The responsibility for the Amto look after the ship I constantly A second possibility lies in the erica's poor showing cannot be visited her twice a week to see timbers themselves. Scant inforfixed 200 years later. The inevit, that the timber was sound and well mation is available as to even the able passage of time has blurred worked and as I was obliged to go size of the America but at the time the picture, although some facts in a boat upwards of three miles she was built shipwrights were /are known. by water ye expence of the hands slowly changing over from the use ....,._....... with drawing and copying the con- of white oak for hull planking to tract cost me upwards of 50 live oak. It is quite possible that pounds, Sterling, besides my own proper seasoning ol the new tilntime and expense." bers was not understood . • * ··- - - - ~ • ··' I I I I ..,. ___ I • • I �Cherished Document Back in Kittery Point *** ( of*** *** 'Lucky Break' Leads*** to Discovery Pepperre/1 Commission By RAY BRIGHTON ~ One hundred and seventy-five years ago it disappeared from America, obscured in the whirlpools of hate fostered by revolution, and vanished into the dark limbo of a cobwebbed attic, forgotten or believed lost. Even the descendants of the first Sir William Pepperell had given up hope that the document commissioning him a baronet would ever again be found. But today it hangs, neatly framed, in the Kittery Point study of a direct descendant of America's first baronet and one of its earliest 1,1erohant princes. • • • LEAN, BLOND Joseph William Pepperrell Frost smiles happily when reminiscing over the "lucky• break" that set him on the trail of the document three years ago. The story of the document, which is nearly 30 inches wide and a yard long, began in the smokey haze that floated over the fortress of Louisburg 204 years ago. Eighteenth century Britain and France were at war-as usual. The struggles of the two European titans • always enmeshed their New World colonists and so it was in the third 'BACK HOME' - Joseph W. P. Frost of Kittery Point Inspects the document that commlssioned his anof those conflicts, known to history ce~tor, Sir William Pepperrell, a baronet. The commission, missing for 175 years, was returned to America recentas King George's war. ly from England. (Portsmouth Herald photo) many members of the PeppeITell Britain, although beginning "to Frost said it took him several family have long nourished the be- months to clear the commission and feel her oats" a,s a world power, was creed that if the son of his daugh- • dependent on her trusty colonials lie! that Sir Wllllam the First's its aged, tooled leather case through not only manpower but for sup- ter, Elimbeth Pepperrell Sparhawk, commission probably went as tinder the American customs but !finally would take the name Wlllla.m Pep- for cook fires during that ocplies as well. this spring he went to the Poirtsperrell, he would become heir to • • • cupancy. mouth customs ' office and brought the Pepperrell fortunes. WILLIAM PEPPERRELL was • • the commission back to the ancesThis young Sparhawk wisely dewilling and could furnish both. He WHAT SIR WILLIAM did with tral lands of the Pepperrells. cided to do, but, while he could and led the men recruited in the seige his grandfather's commission after • of Louisburg in 1745, winning the did inherit the famizy wealth, the he set himself up in state in EngFROST HUNG IT in his study first star rank ever accorded a.n ,t itle had become extinct with the land is a matter of conjecture and deaths of his uncle and grandfath- Frost, its present owner, will not which is In the original Sir WUAmerican. Ol'edit for the victory at Louis- er. venture more than opinion. 11am Pepperrell's counting house However, his wealth gave him treburg went to a,n Englishman but It quite probably went into an near th e crumbling remains of the somewhere, somehow, William Pep- mendous voice in the Tory councils attic and stayed there until some Pepperrell wharves. perrell must have had a "friend of pre-Revolutionary America and unknown time and then through one The counting house and the Sir at court" because in November, 1746, h1s steadfast support of the colo- means or another came into the pos• Wllliam Pepperrell home are loGeorge II saw flt first to knight him nial policies of King George III won session of the Burney family. cated on an acre of land given to and then give him the further acco- him a baronetcy in his own right. the father of the first Sir William Three years ago Frost learned lade of a baronetcy. Pepperrell as a wedding present by That baronetcy, the family's that the document still existed and John Bray nearly 300 years ago. The old man lived out his days, silver plate, personal belongings was asked if he wanted to buy It? That acre of land came back Into honored by his fellow colonists and and General Sir William Pepper"I did," Frost explains, "but not the possession of the Pepperrell steadily increasing the family's rell's commission were all that he at the price they wanted. I also descendants in 1945 after 167 years weight and position in the English ,took with him in his flight to Eng- learned that it.s owner was quite old of non-family ownership. colonies. land shortly before La.ngdon's men l and so I could afford to wa.i,t until it Frost has his own philosophy • stormed Fort Wllliam and Mary ln came on the market." of the workings of t he laws of anA CRUSIDNG BLOW was dealt 1774. "On July 28 last year I learned tiquities: him when his only son, Andrew, Sir William the Second acted through a Southby catalog ~hat the "One little bit found here ties In died at the age of 23, effeotive]y judiciously in his decision to ,leave commission was up for sale. Un- with another little piece found elseending the lineal descent of the Kittery. The doughty York coun- fortunately," he added, "I received where. Eventually you have a comtitle. ty patriots passed a resolution in the catalog on the day of the sale plete picture. If you tell me that Confusion exists apparently in November, 1774, soundly berating and could not make a bid.'' any given item is the only one o! the minds of all but students of him for his share In Tory activities its kind In existence, I believe that • • Maine's history as to what happenand announced a general boycott FROST EXPLAINED that the if I wait long enough, and look ed after the death of Sir William on hlm and his goods. Incidentally, document once more disappeared long enough, I'll find its match." Pepperrell in 1759. Proud of his the resolution passed at Wells was from sight and that Southby's folHe gestured toward the commisancestry and eager to see the name caEefully worded to expre5s the lowed its inflexible rule of refusing sion hanging on the wall, the Pepperrell survive, Sir William deYorkers' keen appreciation of the to divulge any information regard- weighty seal of England dangling first Sir William, under whom many Ing the purchasers of items. from its lower edge, and concluded had served at Louisburg. "But a friend I ma.de over there with a.n air of quiet pride: "That was worth waiting !or." Fly Sir William the Second did while serving in the air force put and his Kittery Point mansion in a good deal of time and trouble house and other properties were and finally located it for me. After confiscated. The home itself was some dickering over price, he bought used to ga1Tison colonial troops and it and then I found my troubles were just beginning.'' * • • • • • • r �Two Centuries Hold Secret of Jamei''s McDonough Just what McDonough was worth Mc- on his wedding night ls not known. What happened to James However, he is listed as paying a town and province tax in 1758 of Donough? Perhaps some day a worker in only two pounds sterling, but 10 the Portsmouth street department years later his assessment had may stumble across a pathetic pile jumped to 27 pounds. of human bones and with the disThat much was known of this covery solve that two-century- "go-getting" young merchant as he stepped out of his Market street old puzzle. A find of that kind was made a lodging in the direction of the HE PROSPF.RED and Myrick few short weeks ago by workmen house he had built at Bow and was able to pay the balance, except never came back. Boyd had a in Brentwood who unearthed a Market streets and where the min- that Boyd refused . No further mention of McDon- reputation for sharp bargains in human skeleton which had lain in ister and his bride were waiting. ough appeared in the press, but in his business dealings, but his sucits shallow grave for a number of What waited for him outside that 1770 George Boyd was listed as the cess was such that it enabled him years. • • • door? A fast sailing ship ready to town's bigge~t taxpayer, a disUnc- to move with the best in the THE MYSTERY shrouding those drop down river, or was it the tion attained in the two years since struggling provincial capital. ancient bones may never be pene- quick rush of feet, blows and the McDonough failed to answer to the What happened to the unfortunate McDonough and equally trated, despite all the techniques black, cold waters of the river, or strains of a wedding march. unlucky Myrick, no man knows. modern science can apply. perhaps even a grave in the road •· • • Probably quite the same fate ways of Market or Bow streets? IN FACT, Boyd was assessed 67 The people of Colonial times apwould attend the findings of such • * • pounds, an increase of 37 pounds parently were no more inclined a collection of human remains in WHATEVER THAT FATE, it over 1769 and 30 pounds more than to poke their noses too closely into Portsmouth. But a tarnished silver spelled the same for James Mc- ' any other taxpayer. That amount the affairs of the wealthy and inbuckle or two mixed in with the Donough-oblivion. 1 was just 10 pounds more than Mc- fluential than they are today. George Boyd's wealth and posbones might mean the solution of Meanwhile, 1n the house that Donough's payment in 1768. an enigma that baffled pre-Revo- was never to be her home, the Nowhere can a definite record sessions made him a natural Tory lutionary Portsmouth. bride, her cheeks pinched until I be found that proves that Boyd ac• It would take a •'whodunnit" they glowed with the shade of quired McDonough's worldly goods when tbe Revolution came along and he went to England. writer to provide a logical, reason- red proper for a maiden, waited , or by what right, if he did so. able motive for a young, healthy for her betrothed. , However, it was not tQO lo~g HE STARTED to return to and prospero•1s businessman to The wait grew longer and, II after the unfortu~a~e merchant dis- America after the war but did not disappear during the course of a the lady had been so disposed, appeared that William Boy~, Cap- make it alive to these shores. Two would have extended through all tain Boyd's son, took up his residays from Portsmouth he died and short walk-partlcnlarly on his eternity for in the short distance dence in the house that McDon- he was buried in the orth ceme- j between his lodging and the house, ough had built for Abigail. Of Mcwedding night. James McDonough vanished from Donough's ot her goods and chattels tery. And not far away Mother Pisonly some silver, initialed J. McD., AND YET that apparently was earthly ken. cataqua still ebbs and flows her The unfortunate Abigail, when escaped Boyd's clutches. the fate of James McDonough, the way to the sea, cherishing her sec• • * successful proprietor of an English it became obvious that McDonough rets, challenging anyone to prove would not appear, was caught beWHAT OF THIS MAN Boyd, goods shop on Spring hill <Market tween two fires: who benefited so neatly by the un- that she knows what became of Mcstreet). • • * tinlely disappearance of James Mc- Donough and Myrick. Was James McDonough the vicSHOULD SHE MOURN her · Donough? 1 tim of a swift, murderous assault Oddly enough, he was once bethere in the darkness of Market m1ssmg intended as dead, or street, his body brutally dumped should she scorn him for a polt- fore linked with a disappearance. roon who used a vanishing act to That one apparently led to his pointo the chilly Piscataqua? avoid man's natural fate? sition of prominence and familiarOr was he terrorized far beyond ity with the prosperous merchants 1 the shaking knees and qualms The strong-minded daughter of of the day. For George Boyd was commonly known to bride-grooms, Jacob Sheafe, the 25- ear-old Abi- not born to the Colonial purple. simply taking the quickest way out As far as can be determined he gail soon afler entered into matri-disappearance? mony with John Pickij.•ing, who in was baptized in Newington on The residents of the town apApril 23, 1732 and lived his early parently accepted the latter theory. later years, became chief justice years in poor circumstances. A It certainly was a more comfortable of the Supreme Court. "bound boy" to Henry Sherburne, But what of McDonough? answer than to look askance at one a merchant, he fled the town and Apparently no hue and cry was of the most prominent citizens. But many a villager, as he raised. And from that day to this 1returned only after reaching his watched Capt. George Boyd's for- no word has been heard of him. ;majority. When he came back he entered tunes grow, must have had bis The newspaper of the day-"The the employment of one Myrick, an New Hampshire Gazette and Hissecret doubts. Disappearance, while torical Chronicle"-waited nearly Englishman who operated a ropenot impossible, was unlikely. a year before making mention of walk just north of and parallel to Islington street in the vicinity of JAME S McDONOUGH had his departure. Rock street. * • • everything to gain by going A D THE it took the form of a through with his marriage to Miss 1YRICK PROSPERED in bis Abigail Sheafe, the daughter of legal advertisemPnt placed in its ropewalk and decided to build a pages by one Benjamin Parke. That Jacob Sheafe, one of Portsmouth's house and park on Rock street. The most respected citizens, and the worthy explained that in Novem- ; work on his mansion progressed ber, 1768 he borrowed 18 pounds sister to several others. ' only to the point of clearing a eelNaturally, no man living knows from McDonough and, having re- . lar hole when Myrick, for anwhat McDonough's thoughts were paid all but four pounds of it, had Iunknown reason, announced his that night late in 1768 as he pre- been forbidden by Capt. George intention of voyaging to England. pared for his marriage to Abigail. Boyd, Jr., to pay the balance. Not able to catch a direct pasMark that latter name well. Did he give the mirror a bit of saie to his home land, he Jllll'· a complacent glance as he settled Parke described Boyd as McDon- 1portedly sailed on a Jamaicahis carefully-powdered wig in its ough's attorney, having charge of bound brig. At any rate, he, too, his affairs "when he left the Prov- \ disappeared forever from place? the It might be that this thought ince." He urged all persons to re- Portsmouth scene. fu e to honor the note held by Boyd went through his mind: George Boyd, by now the forebecause he paid nearly all of it and man of the ropewalk, suddenly "NOT BAD for a chap who arl quit his work after Myrlck had (Pleue iurn to pare iwo) rived here 11 years ago with very been gone for a time and went little money. Not bad at all to have into business for himself wlth a a fine new house built, a lovely substantial but mysterious source bride waiting, an office in St. of capital John's lodge of Masons and many BY RAY BRIGHTON I 1 I • • • ••• • • • ••• I ••• �200 Years Ago " But the scene outside the sheriff's house that cold night so many years ago must have disturbed the authorities a little. The next week the Gazette reported: ')1\ City's Last Hanging Took Unwed Mothe, By RAY BRIGHTO • • • "LAST FRIDAY the unfortunate Ruth Blay was executed here, pursuant to her Sentence. She behaved in a very penitent manner. Her DECLARATION and CONFESSION, which she signed in the presence of three witnesses at eight o'Clock in the Evening before her Execution and stood by to the last is sold by the Printers." ' · No mention of the mob appears in the Gazette's account. That is only natural when it is remembered the power possessed by the royal governor and, besides, the printers could made a little extra money by selling Ruth's confession separately. was rumbling over the frozen lanes. Her noise probably did not The last hanging in Portsperturb Sheriff Packer very much. mouth took place nearly 200 By that time he was becoming an years ago today on the South "old hand" at hangings. Three stre t end of Proprietors' Burying grnund. other persons had been hanged in New Hampshire prior to Ruth Blay Here on Dec. 31, 1768, with and he had officiated in each inthe aid of an overhanging tree stance. branch, the Province of New Hampshire executed the sen* * * HIGH OON wa the hour aptence of death on a convicted felon. pointed for the execution. At that time Sheriff Packer dropped the In our more modern times, the noose around the woman's neck, offense that brought the condemned to High Sheriff Thom- ' bound her skirts to prevent them * * * flying in the breeze and drove the THERE ARE NO records of the as Packer's noose would be cart away. · · action by the governor and council punishable, at most, by a few years in prison . Two centuries A large crowd had gathered to in the Blay case. ago the prnvince was ruled by witness the woman's death and was Of Ruth Blay's predecessors to English law and at one time far from pleased when, a few mo- Sheriff Packer's improvised galunder those statutes there were ments after the Sheriff's action, a lows on South street we know very 600 crimes for which death horseman rode up with still anoth• little. Two of them were women could be exacted. er reprieve. who were hanged 210 years ago But 25-year-old Rulh Blay The futility of Gov. Joh n Went- last Tuesday. They were Sarah of South Hampton paid with worth's act was clearly demonstrat- Simpson and Penelope Kinney, her life for her crime-coned by the silent figure dangling put to death for the murder of a cealing the birth of a stillborn under the tree. child. illegitimate child . Her body was cut dqwn and bur* • * Contemporary records give ied in the cemetery, in an unTHE OTHER was a Hampton I us little about Ruth Blay. She marked grave near the pond. Iron- Falls man, Eliphaz Dow, who paid was a "sempstress" and apparically, she was the first to be bur- the death penalty in 1755 for hitently mad!! her living in South ied in a cemetery laid out by the ting a neighbor over the head with ! Hampton by making and mendtown fathers 90 years before. a hoe-fatally. Approximately 100 J ing clothes for her neighbors. It was a sullen crowd that Yeat·s ago, a few bones were found She either kept a close wended its way homeward after in the South street roapbed dur- / moull, and never identified the execution. Some persons in It ing repair work and they were beher seducer or the officials could not help remembering they lieved the remains of Dow. were not interested. He did not had pleaded with the sheriff to dego to trial with her. lay the execution because a rePortsmouth apparently ha The woman entered t e prisprieve was being sought. That the passed 9eyond the era of ghost sheriff seemed more interested in At least none have ever been re oner's dock on Sept. 21, 1768. hls dinner than in mercy was irri- 1 ported in the vicinity of Proprie "His Majesty's Superior Court tating. tors' cemetery but if a place de of Judicature, Court of Assize serves haunting that is the one. • • * and General Gaol (Jail) DelivTHAT NIGHT a crowd surThe "unfortunate" Ruth Bla3 ery" sat at 10 am and the case rounded the sheriff's house--sit- alone might have a reason to fre, went to the jury at 6 that afteruated on the site of the present quent that crossroad. noon. Those solid burghers Elks home-and, after hanging must have had misgivings over him in effigy, left the dummy with the case presented by King's a placard reading: Atty. Wyseman Clagett. It took "Am I to lose my dinner them until morning to bring in This woman for "to hang? a verdict of guilty. Come draw away the cart, my Perhaps they had carried boysinto the deliberation room, Don't stop to say amen." Clagett's final argument, "I Lest anyone think that the am discharging a duty that I sheriff ever paid for his haste owe my country, my king and while on this earthly soil, let it be my God." known that he did not. He died in Be that as it may, Ruth Blay his bed, peaceably and wealthy, a was sentencd to death. On Nov. few years later, 24, 1768, the unhappy woman was given a two-week reprieve AFTER ALL, not much ill befell and on Dec. 8, 1768, the New those who were married Into the Hampshire Gazette reported "We hear that the Woman DO\~ Wentworth family and Packer ha.cl under the Sentence pf Death married a sister of Gov. Benning and who Wa5 to have been Exe: Wentworth. For those who want cuted yesterday, has recived a to believe in an indirect variety' of further Reprieve to the 23rd justice, it may be said that Mrs. Instant." Packer was a "spender." An additional reprieve must The sheriff never left his home have been given because it was on a trip but what he knew his not until Dec. 31 that Sheriff wife would make some change in Packer removed her from the the days he would be away. In downtown "Gaol" and made fact, she expanded the house so the trip to the cemetery, much that, when the sheriff died in An eyewitness repo1-ted that 1771, it was tumed into a boardRuth's shrieks pierced the chiling house and was so opernted ly December air while the cart when President George Washington stayed there during his 1789 visit. It burned in 1813. 0 I I * • * �'Old Story' to s an Iron Industry By RAY BRIGHTON 't:J•rcr) Present day efforts to tm·n the Piscataqua area into an East coast Pittsburgh are not the first attempts to push Portsmouth into a position of a port thriving on the profits of iron shipping. Portsmouth and iron are a story as old as the settlement itself, and during it first century the development of iron mines and foundries in the vicinity was a weighty problem. In fact, Portsmouth produced an 18th century Andrew Carnegie In the person of a little known ship captain, Archibald MacPheadris, builder of the Warner house in Daniels street, who pioneered the iron mining industry along the Lamprcl (Lamprey) river through the 1720's. * *[ac?headris * built his holdings in the Lamprel River Iron Works to the extent that his quarter share was worth 2,000 pounds on his death in 1728, the industry in ew Hampshire reached its heighth nearly a century later in mountainous Franconia. There in a prosperous year between 250 and 500 tons of iron were processed annually from magnetite It was not from want of effort that New Hamp hire failed to become the steel cente1· of the New World. From the very earliest times, the proprietors of the colonies were urgin g their factors to give careful attention to "ironstone." Ambrose Gibbins, who managed the early Piscataqua settlement for Capt. John Mason, wrote his employer Aug. 6, 1635: ALTHO GR * * * "THE 5TH OF August the iron- stone taken in the shipp; there is of three soartes, on(el sort that myne doth cast forth as the tree doth cast forth gum, which is sent (to Masonl in a rundet (ancient name for a barrell. on(e) of the other soartes we take to be very rich. There is a great store of it, for the other I know not. "But it may please you to take notice of the waight and measure of every sort before lt goith into the furnace, and wt (what) the stone of such waight and measure will yield in iron. This that wee take to be the best stone is one mile to the southward of great house, it is some 200 rods in length, six foot wide, the depth we know not, for of tooles for that purpose we tooke only the surface of the mine." Gibbins' report indicates that he found iron ore of some type within a mile of downtown Portsmouth as the "great house," to which he refers, was located near the junction of the present Court and Marcy streets. • * * instructed his factor to do about that supply of iron "one mile to the southward of great house" can only be conjectured. The records themselves are fragmentary and incomplete and Mason himself died within a year after receiving Gibbins' letter. WHAT CAPTAIN MA O Portsmouth · Area Perhaps, that iron outcropping still lies unexplored and untouched within a mile of the compact part of the city but the odds more greatly favor its having been worked out by subsequent inhabitants of Strawberry Bank. After Gibbins, it is another 30 years before the public records again touch on the subject of iron and then only a terse sentence contained in a report to the Lords of Trade by the king's comm! sioners: "THERE I *A *GO*ODE Store of Iron in this Province." , The iron that Gibbins earlier referred to as "on(e) sort that myne doth cast forth as the tree doth gum" wa probably llmonite or "bog iron." This ore Is still to be found In quantities In the bogs and swamps throughout the state and, as Gibbins so aptly put it, "doth cast forth." It is precipated by water and is constantly forming in the swamps. According to Prof. T . R. Meyer. head of the University of ew Hampshire's geology department, lhe process is going on today, just as it was in Colonial times. The colonisl.s dragged the lumps of bog ore up from the murky depths and carted lhem to the nearest refining forge where it was crudely smelted and used for wrought iron products. * * * HOWE ER, the amount of ore that was available to the early pioneers was limite d because the Indian menace kept them from expanding for many yea rs. . But with the appearance of Arch.lbald MacPheadris on the Portsmouth scene, somewhere around I 1715, the iron industry began to pei:k up. And not unlike our modern day, the development of industry had its political aspects. We can only guess what stirred Gov. Samuel Shute to tell the General Assembly on April 23, 1719: " I have nothing more at this time to offer, but again to remind you of repairing the castle (Fort William and Mary), to give all the ~ EW HA!\IP HffiE mo -This iron backplate in the fire11lace of an up tairs bedroom at the Warner house, Daniel str'eet, 11robably was produced from iron mined in the vicinity of the Lamprey river and smelted at the Lam1>rey River Iron \i orks by the builder of the Warner house, Archibald MacPheadris, more than 200 years ago. (Portsmouth Her· aid photo) Early in April, 1719, at a town meeting they "voted yt Capt. (Thomas) Phipps, Capt. (Samuell Hart & William Cotten senr., be a committee for ye Tow~ to adress ye Gene! Assembly alt ye next sessions tQ obtaine order for Laying out ye six mile square of Land at ye head of Oysterriver formerly Granted by ye Massachusetts to ye Town of Portsmo." 0 • * * APRIL 30, 1719, the council THAT POLITICS and the Wentworth family-the two were almost synonomous in 18th century Portsmouth-were involved can be shown by the connections these men had. W~ntworth, of course wa second m command in province, and the father of the first provincial governor. Benning Wentworth . And at least t wo of the other became closely tied to the Wentworth [amily. MacPheadrls married John Wentworth's daughter, Sarah, and when he died in 1728 she lost little ti~e i!1 marrying George Jaffrey. Lillie 1s known about Wilson-even his right name. However, further evidence of th e ?ower ~he quartet had in provincial affairs is evidenced by the law ?~ssed April 29, 1719, which proh1b1ted the export of iron from the prnvince. minutes record: "Whereas Thoms. Phipp , Esq., preferred a petition to this board signed by himself & Sameul Hart in behalf of the Town of Portsmouth, as on file, praying that a nece sary encouragement to the committee might be appoi nted to raising of hemp and also to these run and renew ye bounds of a new Iron Works, which with the grant of land made by Massa to duty taken of yow· lumber, will, with wise management, quickly Portsmouth &c. "Voted, That the Petition be render this a happy and flow·ishing I granted, and that there be added Province." J * * * to the two miles (the 'two-mile ~HE COU CJL Ml UTES read: * * * streek') to the breadth of six miles IT IS OB IOUS from the gov- , Capt. (John) Gillman & Mr. ernor's words that already some at the head of the Dover line est- <.Jonothanl Dam(e) brought up ye ward of the six miles; which two new venture in iron working is Ifollowing vote to this board. under way and the fine hand of miles to be appropriated lo the en"Pro: · Hampr. For the enpolitics is to be seen a few days lacouragement of the Iron Works coruagement of iron works within ter when the governor and council the Province. granted a ''two mile streek" at the building at Lamprill River for cole, wood & for settling people there"Voted. That no more Iron Mine head of Dover to Lt. Gov. John on." or oar be exported out of the Wentworth, George Jaffrey, MacAnd the council named to the Prov: upon the penalty of paying Pheadris and Robert Wilson ( elcommittee to survey the Portsson?). Nor was the town of Ports- mouth grant one of the iron works mouth slow in getting on the rproprietors, J_.:1ff~ey:.. ground floor. The citizens recalled that in 1672 they were granted a township in retw•n for a donation to Harvard college. �- - - -- - - - ------ ---- ten pounds pr. ton; & that an Act/ THE FINAL BLOW was adminWHAT THE GOOD doctor rec-j be drawn up accordingly & that iS t ered by King George II and his koned without when he made his George Jaffrey and Richd. Wibird, Parliament when it was ordained calculation was the iron and steel 1 1 Esq. be of a committee to joyn in 1749 ~hat manufacture of iron age of the modern world. The single charge of iron ore put into with two of the house of represent 1D America should cease. t o prepare the Franconia furnace more than . th e bi'll , &c •" Wentworth in 1750 i fGov. Benning d h' · Mrs. Bridget (Cutts) Daniel The house not only concurred ~ o~me is councll through Pro- a 100 years ago and its ingredients Graffort can finally rest in . . th e s e ntiments of the council kinson· v~cial Secretary Theodore At- , would not go far today. peace-one of Portsmouth's m Doctor Jackson describes it as but also stioulated that half of / .. . · l • main streets again carries her follows: any fine would go to the informant His Excellency laid before the name. "15 bushels of charcoal and the other half would revert to boa rd th e Act of Parliament past When Mrs. Graffort died Five 56-lh. boxes of magnetic ore about 1700 her will provided the crown. the 16th of Nov., 1749 entitled 1 and the city with a strip of land ex* * * An Act to encourage the lmportaOne box pf limestone" tending from Market square to APP ARENTLY SATISFIED wi tll , tion of pigg and bar iron from his On a good day, according to the the Piscataqua river. their efforts in winning favorable Majtys Colleries in America and legislation, the pr oprietots th en to prevent the erecting of any mill doctor; the Franconia smelter Grateful town fathers named would produce a ton and a half went about the development of or other engine for slitting or the thoroughfare Graffort lane to two and a half tons of iron-a their irnn works on the Lamprey rolling Iron ordered that the same and later changed it to Daniel river using, it is believed, bog ore be made Public thro' out the Pro- far cry from the 500-ton furnaces 1treet. of the 20th century. nd haul;d in from all the surrou ing vince by the High Sheriff." When. and if. smoke from the But when the late Navy cotmtry. Since most of his majesty's other Secretary Josephus Daniels MacPheadris, accord~ng to 1:1·a- pr ohibitory laws were violated at stacks of a Portsmouth steel mill visited · Portsmouth around dition, really turned lus attention one time or another by the colon- bee:in to pencil gray clouds Into tJ,e World War I the city changed to iron mining and, in letters to : ists, it is safe to assume that this skies above the city, old Archibald the name to Daniels street in ·friends abroad, stated his nee~ for 1 one was also broken. The illicit MacPheadris-iron kin~ of two his honor. a man with a knowledge of. i~·on. : mining and rolling was probably centuries ae:o-will send his ghost He was supposed to have v15 ited far inl and and if there was any ex- alon~ to extend a blessine: f,w the Last night, however, the city the iron works, somewhere in the portation of finished iron it was vindi,,atlon of his faith in Portscouncil adopted a resolution mouth as an iron center. vicinity of Newmarket, almost done by carts and not through the changing it back to DANIEL daily until his death and much of port of Portsmouth. street. the iron work in the Warner house I * * * Councilman T h o m a s H. is believed to be the product of. THE REVOLUTIONARY war Simes, who introduced the To the Editor: the forges at the Lamprill River breaking out in 1775 also played resolution, said the action fron works. Incidentally, Newmar- a part in the resumption of iron Drew Pearson touches lightly on is in justice "to a great womket was known for many years as manufact ures. In the New Hamp- corruption In Washington, but I an who made a great contri"Lamprey Rivet." shire Ga zette of Oct. 23, 1788, a wonder how many of your readbution" to Portsmouth. * * * news item reports that a slitting ers are old enough to remember TIJ.E SETTLEMENT near the and rolling mill is in operation the formation of Little Harbor in iron works on the "two-mile "for some time since" in Exeter. I front of Senator Jones' hotel in streek" and on the land owned by The item credits the foundry with I New Castle? The senator got a bill Portsmouth must have developed casting a "600 weight" bell for passed for--don't laugh-"a harbor or refuge for fishermen." It rapidly as the Indian bo rd er Haver hill, Mass., which \vas found troubles faded. to be equal to Etrropean manu- : included the building of two granon 'Nov. 26, 1721 (probably Old facture. I ite breakwaters and the dredging Style) the citizens of Portsmouth: Unfortunately, the item doe , of the harbor. The senator, not content with "Votd yt ye village of New not say whether the foundry used Portsmo be divided amongst ye In- New Hampshire tnined iron or an getting the government to do this 1 ·habitants of ye town of Ports- imported product. However, the kindly deed, saw a chance for acmouth according to their Town customs records of 1789 to 1791 tual profit in selling to the U. S. Rate in ye year 1721 y yt no mem- indicate _a far greater quantity of government the grlil\ite to build the breakwaters. As the bridge between ber be accounted an inhabitant but those persons yt have been the metal coming into the state Rye and New Castle had no draw, he got the government to order the rated for four years last past." than being shipped out. towns of Rye and New Castle to The town continued to hang onAnd, in 1792, the New Hampto its interest in New Portsmouth shire General Court finally got bear the cost of providing a draw for a few years but on May 10, around to repealtng the Mac- so that his granite- barges could go 1732, the governor and council Pheadris law of 1719 which forbid thrnugh. Pretty smooth work! b• ll R. CLIFTON STURGIS granted a new township called the export of iron . Barrington, which included the * * * Portsmouth land and the "two-mile HOWEVER, iro~ mining did not streek." die out in New Hampshire. Besides Franconia, iron mines were * * * BUT EVEN IN THAT, Mac- worked and Gilmanton Iron Works Pheadris disclosed his advance, in- pwes its n,ame to the ancient inside knowledge of provincial mat- austry. Willia,m G. Wendell, an official ters. When his estate was invenIn fact, there is still iron in of bhe Warner House association, toried in 1728, the appraisers noted small, unprofitable quantities today reported as "very successful" land worth 50 pounds "in barr in- throughout the state. The magnetite a benefit peliormance of Oscar ton.'.' The· iron master saw that the deposits were quite large at one Wilde's comedy, "The Importance Lamprey river settlement must time and small quantities of hemaof Being Er,rnest.,'' at the Showboat eventually become a town In its t ite-the ore that made the Mesabi playihou.se in New Castle. own right and even knew the name. ran ge in Minnesota famous-have · Wendell said yesterday afterThe quarter Interest he held in been found. noon's matinee showing was sold the iron works was will ed to his D1·. C. T. Jackson, M. D., who out. Figures on exact proceeds are son, Gilbert MacPheadris. accord- made the first official geological not yet available, he added. ing to a certified copy of his last survey of the state in 1844 reported: · Pr~ceec:hs will be u.sed for general testament. "Iron ores are abundantly scatupkeep and expense_of the historic What Gilbert did with his pat- tered in the rocks and soils of Daniels street house. Tickets to the rimony is not known and before New Hampshire and some of the benefit will entitle the holder to many years he disappeared from localities will ftrrnish a supply for visit the two-century old dwelling a blast furnace for ages, while the life of Portsmouth. any day during ,the remainder of it.3 As for the iron works, it prob- others are limited deposits." 1 season. • * • ably died a lingering death as the Mrs. Wendell was in charge of ore dredgers were forcf\d to work general arrangements for the benefarther and farther afil!ld to get fit while Mrs. Willia.m Marston I fresh iron. Sea,bury headed the list of patron- Daniels Street Drops the S t \ Benefit' Comedy 'Very Successful' esse.s. ~~ ----- -- - �Moffatt-Ladd House Unchanged by Years ** * *** *** ** '* Famous Portsmouth Landmark, Two Centuries Old, Symbolizes Colonial Grandeur By BETTY Bees drone heavily warm summer air, weaving a pattern between sunlight and shade. The scent of flowers perfumes the sea breeze. We have just mounted 10 granite steps and traversed two centuries to enter the Moffatt-Ladd house on Market street. The sudden materialization of Madam Sarah Catherine Moffatt on the landing of the wide, spacious stairway would not seem out of place, for this house retains the bea.uty and dignity of colonial life. • • • THE THREE-STORIED, hip- roofed house which proudly overlooks the Piscataqua was built In 1763 by Capt. John Moffatt for his only son, Samuel, and his prospective daughter-In-law, Sar ah Mason, a descendent of John Mason, shareholder with Sir Ferdinando Georges of the original grant of Portsmouth. A merchant by trade, Captain Moffatt first saw the New World from Pepperrell cove in Kittery Point while serving as captain of one of the king's mast ships. Testimony to this Englisnman's desire for a. "home," the dwelling home England. COLONIAL CHARM-The Moffatt-Ladd house on Market street, built in 1763, retains the old world charm is sa.id in to Hertfordshire, be a copy of his boyhood • • • of colonial days. The dwelling still stands supreme almost in the heart of the presenl.-da.y business dJstrict. YIELDING TO the exigencies of (Photo by Armsden) posed the wealth of the family. A life in the colonies, Captain Moffatt I THE WHIPPL~, who were child- \' An arched recess accommodates a. small cupboard guarded by two , built his tohome of wood, tempted disguise this but fact atby less, continued to live with the ag- huge sideboard in the dining room iron doors with heavy locks forms a painting bhe house a "pink putty lng captain and the house became facing the street to the left of the safe, enclosed in the wall beside the color"' approximating light conthe backbone of social and political front door. An elaborate mantel tops chimney. Fw·nisWngs include Windsor necticut sandstone. Trimmings were life in the state. a fireplace sw-rounded with English chairs, a stretcher table, standinga granite gray. The house later was purchased tiles. The house was completed in l763 by Dr. Nathaniel Haven for his Mounting the stairway a. paneled desk and high stool, nautical instruand in Febmary, 4, Samuel daughter upon her marriage to window seat invites a moment's ments and a case of maps. Open and 176 took ocMoffatt and his bride Alexander Ladd, son of Eliphalet I pause before a high arched window. ready for business are the huge acLadd of Exeter. The son of this cupancy. The second floor contains the ship count books, and a leather fire The French and Indian war was marriage, A1exand er Hamilton Ladd, room, overlooking the water; the bucket is at band for any emergency. nd A blink of the eye will reveal Capover. Canada had passed Into the was th e laS t of th e family to spe owner's bedroom looking out upon , his entire life in the house a nd in the gardens and two smaller rooms tain Moffatt, quill in hand, standing f or th e rush was contro·zat! 1913 the dwelling was leased to the , with passage and back sta1·rs. before his desk in the light of peg lan d •Hampshire 1 o! Eng o~ New colOru on • society of Colonial Dames in Nev. lamps and candles toting up the • • • on. Hampshire. A COACH HO E and counting day's accounts-and, after the dry Trade with the Increasing popuThis gracious old mansion, which house complete the Moffatt-Ladd es- details of business, partaking of relation brought new wealth to Portscould tell enchanting tales of colonfreshments from a chest of bottles. mouth and the city began to build ial life and people, stands supreme tablishment. This was colonial Portsmouth. In the latter building probably rea social clique, of whidh the young on Market street almost in the heart Moffa,tt.1 soon gained leadership. • • • of the present-day business district. BUT CLOUDS gathered on the The elaborately carved and panhorizon. Samuel Moffatt .fell deeply eled great hall is covered with a Bay in debt and escaped debtor's of Naples wallpaper depicting scenes prison onliy by flight 1n 1768. of Tripoli, Amalfl, Vesuvius, ships In the dark o.f night he slipped and the bay itself. A few years ago along the waterfront to the brig this paper began to show the ravages Diana in Pepperrell cave. There, of time and sea fog, but it was sucaided by William Whipple, captain cessfully removed, cleaned, repaired o.f the Diana and suitor .for the and replaced. hand of Samuel's sister, Catherine, he made bis escape to the West HIGHLIGHT of the drawing room Indies. His wife soon followed him, in back is a mantel adorned with a never to live a.gain in the mansion delicate festoon of flowers carved in built to receive her as a. bride. high relief, said to be the work of Captain Whipple, returning· to Grinling Gibbons and brought by Port.&nouth, found that John Mof- Captain Moffatt from his old home. fatt had acquired the house and Three windows on the back wall afwas residing there with his daughter. ford picturesque views of the exten-1 1 Whipple's suit fOT Mistress Mof- slve terraced gardens. .fatt's hand was successful and he eventually moved into the house as J ohn Moffatt's son-in-law. I l • • • .. . /0 �Fort Constitution·~" Drive Under Way Warner House t o Get Show Pro-ceeds ~\\(:) The his·toric old Warner house on Daniels street will benefit from a matinee perfo1mance of Thornton Wilder's "The Importance of Being Earnest" next Tuesday at the New Castle playhouse. Proceeds from the production will be used for general upkeep and expenses of the J-iouse, Tickets to the benefit will entitle the holder to visit the two-century old dwelling. • • • PATRONESSES, under the chair- mansh\p of Mrs. William Marston Seabury, will include Mrs. J. Templeton Coolidge, Mrs. Julius Dutton, Mrs. John N. Feaster, Mrs. J. E. Flanigan, Mrs. Ray Foye, Mrs. Ben Hartshorn, Mi·s. ll'a Newlck, M'l'S, Roland I. Noyes. Mrs. Haven T. Paul, Mrs. Norman E. Rand, Ml·s. George A. Trefeflhen, Mrs. Jeremy R. Waldron, Mrs. Bar- rett Wendell, Mrs. Ralph Wood, Mrs. John E. Seybolt, Mrs. J. Verne Wood, Mrs. Phillips Badger, Mrs. Alg'irnon Burnaby, Mrs, Thay- chant and trader who married er Cumnrlngs, Mrs. John Emerson, Sarah Wentworth, a sister of Gov. • • • Benning Wentworth a.nd a daughMRS. WALLIS WALKER, Mrs. ter of Lt. Gov. John Wentworth, Fergus Reid, Jr., Mrs. William Howells, Mrs. Edwa,r d S. Crocker, Mrs. THE CAPTAIN DIED soon after Cyrus McCormick, Mrs. George Cog- hls home was finished and h1s wife gill, Mrs. Hugill Criss, Mrs. James and daughter, Mary, wlbo married Cogswell, Mrs. J. Winslow Peirce, Jonathan Warner, occupied the Miss Gertrude Freeman, Mrs . .Aug- house. The Widow MacPheadris ust Fay, Mrs. John Brown, later married George Jeffrey, Mrs. Henry Mosle, Mrs. Decatua· treasurer of the Pl'0'\1DCe. Wright, Mrs. Robert Daniel, Miss Among the outstanding attra.cRosamond Wild, Miss Rosamond tions of the Wainer house are the Thaxter, Mrs. John M. 'Howells and murals on the staircase wall paintMrs. Dudley Stark. ed by some traveling artist. Several Miss Helen Souter, Mrs. Paul family portraits by Joseph BlackSachs, Mrs. Lucien Horton, Mt·s, burn, early American painter, also Harold Richard, ' Miss Elizabeth are in the house. Mrs. William G. Wendell is chairPerkins, Mrs. Howard Cole, Mrs. Morton Deyo, Mrs. Carl Mead and man of the benefit. Mrs. Russell Alger. Also the Countess of Carrick of England, who, with Lord Ca,rrick, is summering in York Har bor. ,.v 'I1he Warner house was built during 1716-1728 by Caipt, Archibald Mac'Pheadris, a Scotch mer- Army Plans tll Sell Army Prepares \ Portsmouth Area To Sell Historic J Coast lnstallaticfris .fort Constitution Several army properties in the Portsmouth area are to be sold, army officials in Washington, D. C.; announced today. According to an Associated Press dispatch, the army will dispose of sites at Sisters Point on Gerrish island, Kittery Point; ApP.ledore island at the Isles of Shoals; Bald Head Cliff, York; Pulpit Rock, Concord Point and Rye Ledge, all in Rye, and· Great Boars Head at Hampton. •The army explained , its action as another step in the continuing study of means of economlz!ng wherever possible without · endan4 gering national security. * * * A TOTAL of 52 sites .are to be sold along the coast of New Eng(land, including 21 in :Massachusetts, 14 in Maine, four , in New .Hampshire, 12 in Rhode Island and one in Connecticut. Meanwhile, army o!fldals of the corps of engineers, New England division, at Boston, Mass., said they had not yet received information regarding the date or procedure for sale of the Portsmouth area military real estate. Officials at For t Constitution also were without details of the proposed sales. The sites named were used for observation purposes in wartime coastal defense, and since the war have been without army activity. Want to hare a forl Io~ your very own? ' For the first time since the first pioneers at Strawberye Banke wrested the site from its original Indian inhabita nts, Fort Constitution is to pass from military to civilian ownership. Besides ancient Fort Constitution, the Army department is putting Forts Dearborn and Stark, Camp Langdon and Fort Foster on Gerrish island, Kittery Point, on the r eal estate market. The army said that it must shed the installations for economy reasons. It explained that abandonment of harbor defense posts is in keeping with the policy that regards fixed coastal organizations as inadequate in an age of the atomic bomb. * * * HEAVY CALIBER WEAPONS- Preliminary steps toward preserving ancient Fort Constitution · as a public park have been taken, it was learned today, Seacoast Regional Secretary Alvin F. Redden said New Hampshire's senior senator, Styles Bridges, has asked the army corps of engineers for a complete outline of their plans for the disposal of the harbor defenses of Portsmouth. The ,senator has urged the engineer corps to halt any plans for immediate sale of the properties which include Forts Constitution, Stark and Dearborn and Camp Langdon in New Hampshire and Fort Foster in Maine. Redden said that the National Parks service has also been informed of the situation and asked to interest itself in keeping Constitution as national landmark. Portsmouth members of the Daughters of the American Revolution also are working to have the fort kept as park. It was at Constitution that the first overt blow of the Revolution was struck. l - portsmou th DA~ ., "'- j OpenS Fight to Save fort Const•,tut•ion _ lf A concerted move to p~eserve Fort Constitution as a national monument was launched today in Portsmouth by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Acting quickly on the announce!ment by the government that the historic fort would be put up for 1 1 sale to the general public, members of the DAR said this morning that they "would fi ght to have the fort preserved as a national shrine." Spearhkading the drive is Dr. Martha I. Boger Shuttuck of 116 Middle street, organizing regent for the DAR's Portsmouth chapter. * * * DR. SHATTUCK SAID this morning she is already mvestigating the procedures that will be necessary to have the government retain possession of the fort, scene of the colonies first act of aggression against the British in 1774. Mrs. Ira Brown, rege nt of the Portsmouth chapter said it would be "terrible not to preserve the fort." She added that official action by the DAR would not come until DAR officials at the state and poss4bly n~i~al level h~d ~een . I l such as 10, 12 and 16-inch rifles- 1 that once dotted the coasts have long since been dismantled and . contacted and their approval of the scrapped. Historically Fort Constitution Is move obtained. one of the oldest garrisoned posts , * * • THE REASON for promoting in the United States. Its longevity pre-dates the Revolutionary war the fort as a national monument an d it was the scene in December. and not a state or local project of 1774, of the first armed blows of some kind was given by Dr. Shatthe Revolution. In those days its official name ! tuck, who said that a national was Fort William and Mary but I iJOnument would "attract more atit was known throughout the pro- tention." vince as "the Castle." Both officers stated that the Forts Stark and Foster are of more recent construction and Fort first step by the local chapter will Dearborn and Camp Langdon were be to marshal support from New I erected during World War II. The · Castle and Portsmouth residents navy already has part of Camp for their drive to prevent the fort Langdon but Dearborn, Foster and from falling into commercial Stark are under caretaker status. hands. I l Army Ponders Disposa I of n, ~ I Fort Constitution I The efforts of the Daugllter~ of the American Revolution to have Constitution preserved as a national shrine may be stalled : while the army deliberates disposition of the property. After the army thinks it over, then the navy and air force get a chance to ponder their needs in the harbor defense installations. ' That was the text of a telegram today sent to Alvin F. Redden, New Hampshire Seacoast Regional association executive secretary, by Sen. Styles Bridges' Washington office. A spokesman for the senator said that only after the various military branches had given clear·ance, and the orii:iinal owners had been °itiven the oooortunitv to buv the property, could the Nation~! -Park service get any consideration, The First army is to direct disposal of the various forts and Camp Langdon. j Fort Fort Constitution Sf~tus Studied ~& Action to have Fort Conslituhon declared a public park is receiving official consideration in Washington, it was learned today, · The advisory boar~ of the National Parks Service department "will consider the question of national historical significance of the fort at meetings to be held Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 and 2." No decision will be announced until the meetings have finished. The information was received yesterday afternoon by Alvin' F. Redden, secretary of the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional Development association, in a telegram from U. S. Senator Styles Bridges. �Portsmouth Men Attacked British By RAY BRIGHTON One hundred and seventy-five years ago tomorrow Portsmouth's Parade teemed with ugly knots. of whispering men. Occasionally one would break off from a group and go into James Stoodley's tavern in Daniel •street where their leaders were huddled in conference. The declsion the leaders were weighing was momentous. It boiled down to a simple ques- That incident is Fort Constilu-1 tion's chief bid for preservation as I a national memorial, as is now under consideration by the national bo<1rd of parks and monuments. The raid itself furnished gunpowder100 barrels according to Gov. John Wentworth-that was later very useful at such places as Bunker Hill. * * * AFTER TAKI G the fort on the 14th, the raiders made a night foray\ ,________ to secure the guns and arms stored tion: Did they dare to challenge the there. These, too, disappeared up armed might of England with an the Great Bay and into hiding outright attack on Fort William places such as John Demerritt's and Mary, which is now known as home in Madbury. \ Fort Constitution? j Captain Cochran's report to Gov* * * THE ANSWER was not an easy ernor Wentworth concerning the one. England was the Russia of capture of the fort is a masterpiece 18th century Europe and Ports- of understatement: mouth and New Hampshire mere "I received your Excellency's fageographical points in her vast vour of yesterday, and in obedience WALBACH TOWER-This old gun turret silently waited for many I empire. thereto kept a strict watch all Actually, an attack on the fort, night, and added two men to my years for the enemy that did not come. I also known as lhe "Castle," was usual number, being all I could not a hazardous military operation. get. Nothing material occurred unBUT IN THE colonizing days, They knew that well. Every man til" this day one o'clock, when I was the settlers were quick to appreciwas familiar with the fact that informed, there was a number of fort's guns have pointed their ugly, ate Fort Point's strategic command only a handful of men were avail- \people coming to take possession black snouts at passing shipping, of the entrance to the Piscataqua able to defend the walls. of the Fort, upon which, having rarely firing a shol in anger but river and the Great Bay area. The One fact did stick in their only five effective _men with me, I usually ready by the time an Portsmouth town records make ' thoughts-the royal flag of Eng- prepared to make the best defence emergency arose. liltle mentio n of lhe fort through land flew over those ramparts. An I could, and pointed some guns to Earliest mention of the fort ls the early years b ecause the board assault on the fort was an assault those places where I expected they in 1631 records when the colonists of selectmen decid~d one fine day on England itself. took several guns sent over from to destroy all lhe r ecords up to would enter. England and fortified Fort Point their own time. * * * * * * THAT WAS STRONG medicine. "ABOUT THREE o'clock the on Great Island (New Castle) However, during one phase of Many of these men had fought un- Fort was beset on all sides by up- against possible attack. Portsmouth history, the plantation der that flag through the bitter From then until now, the castle wards of four hundred men. I told French and Indian war. They them, on their peril, not to enter: has been in various stages of readi- was linked to Massachusetts for owed loyalty to the crown and they They replied they would. I immedi- ness. Each succeeding time of government and sent representaknew full well that it was more ately ordered three four pounders trouble found great activity at the tives to the General Court in Bosthan possible a gallows rope would to be fired on them, and then the fort and lhen a period of decay. ton. In May, 1669, that Legislature be the penalty for an affront to small arms, and before we could Now wilh the atomic bomb, rocket voted that "land 11pon the eastward maJesty. be ready to fire again, we were weapons and electronic defenses, of lhe Great Island at Portsmouth But their situation was desperstormed on all quarters, and they the army is preparing to move out shall _be sequestered for the use of ate. If there was one thing for \ for the last time. The day has gone which the provincials were always immi>diately secured both me and when shore-mounted cannon are the F ort planted there." in need, it was gunpowder. And my men, and kept us prisoners adequate for national defense. only yesterday they had learned about one hour and a half, during from Boston that British troops which time they broke open the were to occupy the castle, effectivepowder-house, and took away all ly cutting them off from their chief the powder except one barrel, and source of supply. Further, England having put it into boats and sent had ordered that no more of that it off, Uiey released me from my necessity was to be imported. confinement. A travel-stained Paul Revere had "To which I can only add, that I pounded over the roads from Bosdid all in my power to defend the ton to Portsmouth with the ·o minfort, but all my efforts could not ous news. No poet has bothered to avail against so great a number." immortalize that ride but the mesIt is curious to note that Cochsage that Revere carried to John ran's report was far longer than Langdon and Samuel Cutts sti;rred any account of the incident in the New Hampshire Gazelle. The pubup the first direct blow of the revlisher quite obviously was not preolution against Britain. pared to take his life in his hands * * * BEFORE NOO of Dec. 14, they by printing an account. Even when 1,000 men stormed inlo Portsmouth pad struck that first blow against from all the outlying sections after Great Britain. It was not a daring maneuver as far as physical the raids, the Gazette maintained battle goes. Upwards of 400 men a tactful silence. swept down river and overwhelmed COCHRAN'S CO 1PLAI T that six cowering guards and the ir caphe did what he could, with what tain, John Cochran. he had to do with, is a nutshell The soldiers in the fort-all summary of the history of the conscripted locals from the Ports"Foarte." Its ups and downs as an mouth area-managed to fire three active military center well reflect guns, in what direction no one the American habit of periodic seems to have noticed-and that rushing lo a1·ms and then slumping was the battle. into indifference as each crisis But these men,'led by John Sulpas5es. livan, a Durham lawyer, and John JUST WAITING-The gates of old Fort Constitution 11tand ajar For more than 300 years, th e Langdon of Portsmouth, literally awaitln~ another war. stuck their necks in a royal noose. I I I �... in Fort C~M1stitution 175 .Years Ago I 3 Four years later, the General Court elevated Richard Cutts to be "captaine and commander in chief of 'the said Fort and foot company now established." Elias Styleman was named lieutenant and Joakim Harvey, ensign. * * * From that time on, men were re~ularly "impressed" for service in the fort, both labo,· and military. At the same time, began the constant struggle between the go\·• ernor and the assembly over repairs to the fort. I * * * STYLEMAN succeeded Cutts as LT. GOV. John Usher reported captain, Feb. 21, 1676 · He con- to the council, "Having showed tinued in that capacity until th e you how their Maj'ties Fourt Is out political picture changed in 1683 of repaire, therefore demand and in his stead was named th e whether it be not out of absolute adventurer and opportuni st, Wal- necessity forthwith for the security ter Barefoote. a11d defence of the place, to fortiIt may have been Barefoote who fie the breastwork of their Maj'ties instituted the racket of sea cap- Fourt where their Maj'ties Great tains being forced to pay a shilling Guns are, for the defence and seeach time their vessels passed the curity of the place." fort. At any rate, a record is pre. . served to show that on Oct. 4, 1692. T-he cou_nc1l agreed with . hlni. it was "ordered that said Joseph The council ~gr~ed that a citadel Chownes pay to the Capt. of Fort, 1 should ~e built m the fort but re13 shillings, four pence, for the \ fer~ed it to the next assembly, shots fired at hime for not obey- w~1ch even then was the money ing command." raising body of the government. Usher went to assembly for the The levy on each vessel went in- money on May 23, 1694, "I doe LOOKING OUT TO SEA-These old-style cannon point silent to the fort captain's personal demand of this Assembly to raise mou th toward the sea and wait (Photos from Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan pocket as part of his emolument the sum of 702 pounds; viz. 202 collection) _______________ for holding the job. And with due from ye Province as by acct. In 1697, John Hinks took over . Portsmouth the bustling port it for the breastwork of their Maj'ties . • command with Theodore Atkinson, BRA DEW Jleutenant govwas in those days the "concession" fourt; and a place f or th e K mg s . later played a major role in ernor, George Vaughan, in 1715 \vho f d must have been lucrative. store, 100 pounds; an or a scons to secure the great guns and king's colonial government, as h is lieuasked the council · to consider "the mlserable tale of his MaJ·'ties tenanf. * * * stores, 400 pounds." THROUGHOUT this period, * * * * * * Castle which is part tumbling and there was constant agitation for imHE RAN INTO a stone wall of AND SHER continued to try part tumbled, that it m,ay be reproving the fort and in 1692, a opposition from the assembly: to raise money for repairs with paired and taken care of in due shipment of 19 "great guns" was "As for other matters laid before the council crying "poor mouth" season." . , landed at the fort. These were in- us, .as matters are circumstanced, to the neighboring Massachusetts. And so · Jt went. Fo\·ty years later stalled after "cargoes for ye guns the Province is not capable to I Dickering was continuous b_eGov. Benning Wehtworth was at sint by ye King" were built. raise supplies for those ends, the tween the council and Lt. Gov. Wilodds with the assembly over the In the next year, the residents rate now being the greatest ever , liam Stoughton, who won lasting fort. His nephew, John Wentworth of Great Island capitalized on the raysed in this Province, not with- infamy for his conduct of the Sa- who was governor on that fatai fact the fort was in their backyard standing our being greatly wasted lem witch trials. They asked for 60 night 175 years ago that the powder to make a bid for recognition as a & impoverished by the present men, to which Stoughton replied was taken from the magazines. separate township. war." that the , ship Falkland (Ports- · Although. its name . W'lij changed Their petition has been preThe fort captain during this un- mouth-built) was lying there and to Fort Constitution during the served: happy period was Ca.p t. Shadrach afforded ample protection. Revolution, the fort did not play · Us1·ng the men available, the any part in that war. It had seen "As also our !land being ye Walton who was a key w1·t ness m st · t h e fi rs t re• council ordered that "John de th mouth of ye harbor and inlet into September, 1696, m d e bart of thethstl"uggle for freeye Province, having the King's corded court martial in the old , Greeks point" at Great Island be om ut when e military leaders fortified to prevent the enemy planned th e harbor defences, they Fort placed here, and all the stores L "ttl H b moved fartper upstream. Forts of amenution, which is of great fort. One Lt. William Furber, who from slipping into 1 e ar or. Washington and Sullivan were Consequens, and ought at all times to be carefully atended and lookt ::~a~::ed 0 ~ f~r~~!ai8~a:e~~; ;ehei! ~:a~~n:n~,~~:t~/~~a~~:; built and Co ;ti~ti~n rotted. after; but if the Inhabitants of this brought in for "tryall" for disobe- site of the present Fort Stark. J ST BE ORE the turn of the Island must be confyned to atend dience and disrespect to th e gov* * * century there, was again great intheir duty at Strawbery banck up- ernor. Usher sent six men to Capt. SEVERAL YEARS later, th e fort terest in Constitution and in 1796 on every publike ocation, the John Tuttle of Durham for gar- was put in repair by Col. Woilgang it was rebuilt under plans.designed King's Fort is left destitute of as- rison duty. Tuttle divided the men Romer, engineer for the ijritish by French engineers. ; sistance and lyes exposed to be :1, e equally between Furber and Lt. crown in New Engia nd a nd New A few years later, a, man took surprizall of ye enemie and our John Dam (el. Furber sent his de- York. But it was not done without over command of the fort who was own distrucktion." tall home 00 the grounds he could a prolonged struggle. Romer's pre- to give it more color than it had not feed them and persuaded Dam liminary estimate for the rebuilding before possessed in a commander. * * * OVER THE objections of the to do the same. job was 8,000 pound which prac- Capt. John Walbach contributed a Portsmouth selectmen, their * * * tically prostrated the assembly. In single gun turret, which became prayer was granted and the town DAM WAS FIRST called to ac- the long run, he made repairs and famous as Walbach tower. The of New Castle was incorporated count. He contended Furber led did some rebuilding but for a far tower was never used but its deMay 30, 1693. him into it. So Furber was sum- less cost-450 pounds. signer stayed as fort commander Colonel Romer did his work well until '1821. The shrewd New Ca tle vil- mon ed and tried. It was during his re_gime that lagers, encouraged by getting a ! Captain Walton testified to ob- but it did not last. A lull between township of their own, waited 11 scenilies committed by Furber in wars followed and provincial inter- [ one of the most tragic events in year and then struck with another the governor's presence and di- est in things military promptly the history of the fort took place. rected at the governor. After other faded. Succeeding governors fought On July 4, 1809, a large quantity petition to governor and council. This resulled in "motioned that testimony, Furber was convict~d. with each assembly In efforts to get of powder blew up as the garrison watching and ward at Fort Wil- The governor, incidentally, presid- money. The years passed and al- prepared to celebrate ' the national liam and Iary was burdensom to ed at the trial. ways except in times of close peril, holiday. the town of 'ew Castle and desired He was fined 20 pounds, costs the fort was left to decay. Eight men were killed and sevsome redress therein. were assessed at five pounds, 15 In fact, Romer's work In 1704 eral injured. Among the dead were "Ordered. that there hall be six Shl.llings, and the unfortunate Fur- was partially undone within a year. several who bore well known men impressed for their Maj'ties ber was stripped of his right to Captain Redknapp, his successor, Portsmouth area names such as st::rvice in watching and warding at ever again hold office in the proTrefethen, Pickering, M i t c h e 1, came in 1705 to make repairs be- Witham and McDaoiels. One was , Fort Wm. & l\Iary, and lo be paid vince. cause the fort had been "dampni- never identified. out of public revenue,'' fied by the late great storm." • • - - - - - -·1 I I I 1 I l l �THE EW HAMPSHIRE Gazette described the disaster as follows · "In the midst of the joy and hi~ larity of the 4th instant between 4 and 5 o'clock PM the following terrible disaster took place at Fort Constitution (in this harbor). Two chests of powder, and a number of loose cartridges which were placed near, took fire, (supposed from the low match) and in the explosion killed and wounded between 14 and 20 citizens and soldiers besides doing much essential da~age. , The quantity of the powder exploded was between 3 and 400 weight." The Gazette said that no blame could be attached lo "Captain Walbeck" because he had "di-I rected an under officer to attend carefully to the firings of the afternoon , while he should enjoy himself with a few selected friends at his house, which was within the fort, and also within 30 feet of the awful explosion ! * * * "JUDGE YE the surprise of this excellent officer, when his house nas nearly blown up with his guests and family with him!" The War of 1812 found Fort Constitution in its usual state, however. There were repairs needed and no money with which to carry them out. Finally, while a British fleet cruised between the Isles of Shoals and the mainland, a delegation of citizens with Daniel Webster at its head repaired the ramparts and readied the place for trouble. It was Ion~ after the war was over that the residents learned that Constitution's threatening guns had prevented the British from an attempt at running by the fort and destroping the city. This they learned from a British officer who had secretly landed on the shore to make reconnaissance, For once, Constitution was worth the labor put into it. d WOtR,hLD Wt A R II- Troops from the 22nd Coast artillery stand inspection inside old Fort Constitution ur1ng e 1as war. (Portsmouth War Recor ds phot o) O E '10U r 'f for the eightFor more than 300 years, the inch di appearing guns of Battery Piscataqua's shipping bas passed Farnsworth was completed when Constitution on its way to the the troops arrived. But within a open sea or inland to the Great short lime it was reported that Bay ports. Her guns are gone and Major Hoxie, USA, bad mined the even the 3,000-pound mines of harbor with 101-pound mines, World War II are in storage. loaded with gun cotton. The ancient fort's day as a miliThe fort was reactivated for tary post of importance is over but World War I and again the har- the old fort can bask quiet in the The "historical significance" of bor was mined and the fort stood great glory of that day 175 years I Fort Constitution was under study through the war in an altitude of ago when 400 Portsmouth and ew 1 yesterday by the I nterior departwatchful wailing. Castle men decided a few barrels ment's advisory board on national With the collapse of the Ger- of powder were well worth their • parks. mans in 1918, the fort lapsed into · necks. A favorable recommendation * * * quiet. A caretaker tended the from the board could mean that the HISTORY REPEATED itself silent guns until 1940 when the ancient fort would be taken over when that war closed. The fort army en t in the advance gua,·d I by the department to be mainpa sed into "caretaker" status of troops for service in a new tained by the United States as a with only a handful of persons to 1 "historl~ site or monument," acwar. man it. It was in that condition * * * cording lo U. S. Sen. Charles W. when the Civil War broke out but BY 1943, the Portsmouth HarTobey. was usPd as an enca1p.pment and bor Defences reaches the total of Tobey said that in case t he board traininl! area for several New 3,000 men and Constitution was does not give thP. proposal to esHampshire artillery batteries. the hf!adquarters for the harbor's tablish Fort Constitution as a naBetween wars bm,iness again mine battery. tional monument a favorable sl umped at the fort. The governMost of the manpower was part recommendation "it is possible the ment voted some money to rebuild 1 state or Portsmouth might acquire it and some of the work was done -===:.-- - - - -- - - - - the fort." of the 22nd Coast Artillery regibut the Portsmouth Chronicle A 1948 act provides for the disgives an eye-witness account of the ment with commanding officers posal of surplus federal lands to hocked dismay of the fir t con- uch as Col. Walter Dunn of ew state and local governments without astle, Lt. Col. Harry Pendleton tingent of troops to arrive for sercost, if the lands are to be used and Col. Raymond Watt. ice in the war against Spain. for parks and recreational areas When that war ended, the uni Capt. E. S. Curtis, commanding Tobey said. ' Company K, heavy artillery, was were soon demobilized and a handful of regulars has maintained the "astonished when he reached the fort, which is in rude shape and installations ever since. ow even with nothing done to make the that is to end. place desirable for soldiers to * * * THE AR tY ha announced that live in. "The sight witl1in the fort is it intends to dispose of old Fort indeed tough-looking, and huge Constitution and il is to come on piles of rocks and dirt were about the market, if no other government agency or its original owners do all one could see." not want it. * * * Interior Board Studies Value • •of~,._. For t Const 1tut1on �Mew Castle to Vote 'i\ \'l. On Town Purehase Of fort Constitution A proposal that the town take over the land now occupied by Fort Constitution will be considered by New Castle voters at a special town meeting on Dec. 30. Another article in the warrant that the old, brick-gated Fort William and Mary be excepted from the acquisition, unless the Seacoast Regional Development association "fails" to interest any organization in it as a historical landmark. Iproposes Old Fort Williani and Mary is at the tip of Fort Point. In modern times the army has gained possession of the entire point. * * * IT IS ALSO proposed that the voters elect a five-man "land committee" empowered to inform the federal government of the town's interest in the Fort Constitution area, subject .to popular vote. The voters also will have a chance to voice their opposition to the use f Camp Langdon by the navy. If the residents approve, the selectmen will notify the secretary of defense, New Hampshire con/ gressmen and the Portsmouth naval base commander of the town's "strong opposition" to use of the camp by naval prisoners. The seven-article warrant, published today by the selectmen, also asks voters to authorize sale of the town landing to John C. Sweetser. Should voters agree to the sale, the town would retain a 30-foot strip of right of way to the Piscataqua river. * * * IN ADDITION lo the purchase of land at the Fort Constitution area, the warrant proposes acquisition of some buildings, including the recreation hall. The army advertised recently that it planned to dispose of its property in Ports mouth harbor. Preference in acquiring it is given to other government agencies, the original owners and theii other interested parties. A hearing to consider possible conversion of the historic fort in to a permanent memorial already has been held by the Jnlerior department's board on national monuments. Camp Langdon, harbor defense headquarters in World War II, js already under navy control and the naval authorities have announced plans to use it for a rehabilitation center for naval clisciplinary barracks prisoners. II �Red Feather Services 0.5 The Boy Scouts - Dedicated to Good Service (EDITOR'S NOTE: This Is the sixth of a series of articles dealIng with the work of the seven Red Feather services supported by the Community Chest, which wlll conduct Its annual appeal for funds from Oct. 5 through Oct. 15. Today's article concerns the Boy Scouts) High on the slopes of Mount Chocorua a man viewed lengthening shadows with grave concern. The red and purple glow of sunset soon would be gone, leaving the peaceful mountain under a blanket of cold. The man was alarmed-almost frantic-because on the ground, unable to move, his wife sat writhing in pain. According to a story unfolded later, the couple had accepted Chocorua's challenge to climb its heights with but a smattering of woodland knowledge. They failed to prepare for emergencies, and their lack of preparation brought the threat of hunger and overexposure. • • • THE WOMAN had severely injured her ankle in a fall and was HIGHEST AW ARD-Boy Scouts, left to right, Richard Betz of Portsmouth, Kennard Palfrey of Portsunable to walk. Suddenly the couple heard a mouth, William Hamel of Greenland, William Burt of Portsmouth and Carl Campbell of Hampton receive voice in the distance, and then Eagle rank at recent ceremonies. 1 more voices and the snapping of branches. I · More than one lad has set his They shouted simultaneously, course towards a medical career A council investigator deterpleading and praying for a response to their desperate calls. The after finding first aid to his liking. mines by inquiry into Scout's From the study of architecture community, school and church ac- 1 distant voices were silenced and Plans for the year's progi•am of the rustling of undergrowth as a merit- badge requirement many tivity whether or not he is living architects have started lifetime up to the Scout laws and oath at Portsmouth chapter of Hadassah stopped. Alert boys had heard the calls careers in the field. Civics has led all times. If not, the boy is denied were made at an executive board and were noting their direction to statesmen; aeronautics to pilots; ' advancement to the Eagle rating meeting held recently at the home of l\'.lrs. Albert Sados. and distance. Within a few minutes chemistry to chemical engineers; regardless of his general ability. Installation of officers will be "Strengthen the arm of liberty" an expedition of Portsmouth Boy carpentry to carpenters and jour- : is the cry for the Boy Scout two- held following a supper in the Scouts broke into the clearing, to nalism to writers. Boys discover their likes and 1 year, 40th anniversary crusade Temple Israel vestry, Sept. 21, at the relief and gratitude of the unprepared and unfortunate moun- dislikes in the Scout-planned pro- which will continue through 1949 6:30 pm. cess of becoming more capable and 1950. A bridge party will be held totain climbers. citizens. They uncover through And the arm of liberty will be night ht the cottage of Mrs. Joseph . I strengthened if all Scouting packs Levitt at Rye Beach at 7:30 pm. THESE WERE BOYS who knew actual experience the favorable or\ and troops are working towards Proceeds will go t o the Hadassah unfavorable asoects, according to the objective as enthusiastically Youth commission. the principles of first aid. They \ Mrs. Mollie B. Krasker and Mrs. were prepared for all contingen- their person<1,l leaning, of more as the units of Portsmouth. • * • Bernice Levingston are chairmen cies, and in their packs carried than 100 fields of endeavor. LOCAL LEADERS are aware of the party. supplies to battle both pain and IN WA lNG'l'O , D. C., re- that liberty ls not only a heritage, Plans were also made for the cold. cently a former Portsmouth Boy but a fresh conquest for each gen- New Hampshire regional conferKnowledge gained through Scout mixed chemicals in an FBI eration. They recognize the fact ence of Hadassah to he held at weekly instructions and practical laboratory. He then conducted a that our nation will be placed in the ~'olsom-Salter house Oct. 6. experience enabled them to series of experiments and disclosed the hands of today's youth within Mrs. Lottie Nannis is general strengthen the woma11's injured information which led to the arre~t a few years. On that basis, they are chairman for this occa sion. ankle against further injury. This of a kidnaper. In the meantime, the Exeter aiming at the goals of leadership same knowledge guided them The youthful FBI chemist was and civic r es ponsibility. . group of Hadassah is sponsoring down the perilous mountainside as guided to his career by a s~udy of They are teaching the boys who a rummage sale this week. MJ.·s. Lhey carried the woman to shelter fingerprinting while seeking a will run our farms, conduct our Morris Ray is in charge. and the much-needed care of a Scout merit badge. business, make ow· laws, lead us physician. A Boy Scout membership he~ps spiritually and direct our relaPreparedness is a commor; a you ngster in many ways dw•mg tions with other countries, the ele- • future life. As a character refercharacteristic of a Scout. The Boy ence it is second to nothing else, ments of hard work, sacrifice and Scout program trains boys to think especially for boys who meet the clear thinking. ON THE OTHER HAND, the And the mea ns of attaining these clearly;. to meet difficult situations requirements of an Eagle Scout, community benefits directly from lofty ends are varied. armed with a technical, physical , the highest rank attainable. Outdoor activities, insofar as the participation by the Scouts in serand moral development. Character development, empha- boys themselves are concerned, of- vice projects. The boys stand ready sizing such traits as loyalty, obe- fer the greatest pleasure and the to serve any worthwhile program dience, courtesy, thrift, cleanl~- most accurate test of their abili- or fund drive in any way possible. A KNOWLEDGE of certain "Just give us a little time to get skills is required for advancement ness and the like, is the pri- ties. Under trained leaders they in Scouting but the program also mary objective of the Scout pro- hike, camp and cook "anywhere organized," they ask. But, as the man and woman who offers opportunity to train in a gram. there are woodlands." * • • were aided on Mt. Chocorua will wide selection of optional subjects. A COMPLETE RECORD of a testify, the Boy Scouts require And, as an incidental benefit, mighty little organizing time. exposure to the basic principles of boy's character as well as ~is Scouting achievements ls mamThey are always prepared for many trades and skills has often emergencies and service to others. served as an excellent vocational tained at the headquarters of the Daniel Webster Council, th~ ~tate1 guidance service. wide supervisory and adm101stra- I Hadassah Plans ~ Year's Progra~· ••• * * • I I • • • �Portsmouth Pastor Elected President,.. Of -Church Group local Minister ~ States Belief in° 'Universa·I' Church The Rev. Ivar Sellevaag, pastor of the Court Street Christian church, was elected president of the York and Cumberland Christian conference at the group's 105th annual session this weekend at the Portsmouth church. The Rev. William W. Lewis, pastor of the Unitarian-Universalist church of Portsmouth, today joined 126 other New England Unitarian ministers in a statement of belief in "a universal religion" and "a universal church where theists, humanists, Christians, Jews, and all religious truth-seekers may come together." The unusual statement, embraced by an apparent majority of New England's Unitarian ministers, was disclosed in The Christian Register, official monthly publication of the American Unitarian association. Others elected were the Rev. Hans Froysland of Amesbury, Mass., vice president; the Rev. John S. Veall of Laconia, secretary; Gerrit Meidema of Portsmouth, treasurer, and Ralph Marden of ewton, Haven Winn of York Village and Clifford Hilton of South Berwick, trustees. 'fO PRESE T TORAH-Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hooz are scroll of the torah whicl1 they will present to Temple J rael tomorrow in memory of their son, Louis Peter Hooz. The hand-made torah wlJJ be completed by a scribe in a unique ceremony when the final letters will be entered. \'1, i\p Torah Scroll From Israel To Be Given Tempie Here A torah scroll, made in Israel, will be presented to Temple Israel tomorrow by Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hooz of 177 State street. ----------.-------- * Catholic Teacher Institute Opens~ 3 Session Tonight A second semester of a Catholic Teacher institute - one of 17 throughout the state-will open at 7:30 pm today at the Catholic Youth Organization ha1:1 Austin street u~der the ?1rection of the Rev. Fm tan Elliot of th e l Church of the Jmmaculate Conception. The Rev. Matthew F. Brady, D. D,. of the Manchester diocese, said the 17 schools are to be operated so that members of the Catholie laity, trained under his leadership, can "teach religious truths to young and old in the diocese." Sister M. deLourdes also will direct the Portsmouth class. °~ Bishop Brady said it will be an eight-week course and that the priest-professors will have as subject matter Catholic apologetics, or proof that the Catholic church is the church established by Christ. He said nuns will show the laity who attend how to conduct a catechism class to the best advantage. The scroll, to be given in mem01·y of Louis Peter Hooz who died eight years ago tomorrow according to the Jewish calendar, consists of the entire five books of I Moses written by hand in Hebrew letters on parchment. A scribe will enter the final letters on the parchment in a ceremony scheduled to start at 1:30 pm. The program will include an invocation by Rabbi Joseph Schi1 melman, cantorial and Yiddish se1ections by Cantor J. Goldberg of Boston and an address by Rabbi Abraham J. Hefterman of Manchester, who has just returned from a trip to Israel. President Albert H. Woolfson will accept the torah Ior the temple. I Philip Borwick is program chairman. I • • • The • Ladies Missionary society elected Mrs. Kate Briar of Laconia president; Mrs. Fred Young of Grafton, vice president and Mrs. Meidema of Portsmouth, treasurer. The Rev. M. D. Christensen of the Evangelical Alliance mission spoke Friday aiternoon and again that night. Mr. Froysland, pastor of Point Shore Christian church in Amesbury, Mass., was in charge of a devotional service Saturday. THE BELIEFS are printed in the magazine's "Open Forum." A * * * were the Rev. Frank Long, pastor of South Berwick and Agamentlcus Christian churches; the Rev. Herbert Boyles, pastor of the North Christian church in Eastport, Me., the Rev. Richard Cheney of the Newton Chi-istian church; the Rev. John E. Baird of the University of New Hampshire; the Rev. John S. Veall, pastor of the Laconia Christian church, and the Rev. Homer Grimes of California, who has been conducting revival services at the York Christian church for the past two weeks. Members of the local church were hosts to delegates and meals were served in the church vestry. Mrs. Ralph Badger was chairman of the refreshment committee. OTHER SPEAKERS I * * • "WE BELIEVE that the Unitar- I I 1 Portsmouth Pair ', 1To Take Part in ".tI Religious Parley / 'Ilhe Rev. John N. Feaster, D. D., of 300 Rockland street, pastor of the North Congregational ch urch, and ' Mrs. Laura M. Sumner of 240 Mid- , die street will participate in the · 3:trd annual session of the Northern New England School of Re!iglc111s Education whlch opens Sunday at the University of New Hampshire. Dr. Feaster will be instructor for two courses, "Introduction to the Bible," and "The Program of my Church." Mrs. Sumner will be dean of women at bhe eight-day program. • • • wil1 include a convocation address Sunday by the Rev. Richard F. Beyer of Spring!leld, Vt.; a talk on "Church and Society" by the Rev. Shirley E. Greene of Merom, Ind., agricultural LECTURE committee of five ministers lni• tiated the New England-wide petition. The statement declares that the 127 ministers endorse "a universal religion which is greater than any of its organized expressions at their best, greater than Hinduism, Judaism, or Christianity." "We believe," the statement continues, 1 'in the development of the universal religion in order to break down today's tensions and so forward the sense of world community so desperately needed. "We believe in the right of each individual to his own convictions. ian movement should re-affirm its tradition of a creedless church and begin immediately to create and foster such fellowship of universal religion." In an accompanying letter, the five initiating ministers said in part: "It was our opinion that the backing of the statement by a substantial number of our ministers would help rlear the Unitarian atmosphere of the dogma storms that threaten to destroy us. "The number of ministers who have so far signed the statement, 127, well outran expectations." relations secretary of bhe Council for Social Action, Tuesday, and a discussion of "Japan Today" by the Rev. Ray Oshimo of Minami Osaka Japan, next Wednesday. ' Several se ions Wilt be held in conjunction with the fom·th annual Town and Country Church institute Which meets for three da:vs starting Monday, · Oourses will include an introduction to the Bible, church school teaching, women's work in the chW:Oh, preparing for marriage, music in bhe church school and worship services and a survey of the Old Testament. The Rev. J. Wesley Prince of Providence, R. r., will be dean of the school and Mrs. Elizabeth R. Burns of Auburndale, Mass., will be executive 1>ecretary, �Red Feather Services District Nurses - Com orters of Portsmouth's Sick <:;i,~ (EDITOR'S NOTE: This Is the third of a series of articles dealIng with the work of the seven Red Feather services supported by the Community Chest, which will conduct its annual appeal for funds from Oct. 5 through Oct. ~5. Today's articles concerns the District Nurses) She knew well the formula, diaper and bathing routine. A graduate nurse herself and the mother of three older children, she was fully qualified. "But," her physician said, "you're too shaky to handle things alone. * * A major offensive in life's battle * "CALL THE DISTRICT URSE started early for a pair of Portsfor a helping hand." mouth twins. The "helping hand" prepared On a hot, humid July afternoon formulas, gave daily baths, changed a District nurse stood in a small dressings and, by recording weights bedroom at 1400 Woodbury avenue and temperatures during each call, studying a clinical thermometer. recognized the need for incubators. She gave a slow negative shake However, mothers of older of her head and told an anxious youngsters know the District mother that her tiny daughters 1 nurses for their preventive clinics. would need incubators in a fight Tots, ranging from infancy up to for survival. five years of age, face pediatrician Dr. Robert Wilson of Dover on * * * BETTY ANN GOODWIN weigh- Tuesday afternoons at the District ed a slight 5 pounds, 10½ ounces, and her sister, Mary Ann, tipped ursing association's office in the the delicate scales at a mere 4 Portsmouth hospital. pounds 11 ¼ ounces. Sub-normal bodY. temperatures Inoculations given during June warned of their precarious physical July and August seldom evok~ condition, and if two little ones ever needed a capable ally, the thanks fro m the youngsters Goodwin twins needed one then. for a jal> or two in the arm, but Mrs. Esther Linscott, District their mothers can dismiss fears of nurse assigned to the case, muster- diphtheria, whooping cough and ed the forces of the Portsmouth tetanus. District Nursing association. It's a fine feelin g of security, too, Doctors were consulted and hos- the ladies say, to know thelr pitals were contacted in an effort bundles of joy rate tops in a physito obtain incubators without delay. cal check-up. * • * And if your child is difficult to DOUBLE DUTY ASSIGNMENT-Mrs. Esther Linscott, district ONE APPARATUS was rushed manage, the reason for his disconnurse, looks fondly at 10-week-old incubator twins Mary Ann Goodwin, from the Portsmouth hospital and tent might be found during the seleft, and Betty Ann Goodwin. (Porlamouth Herald photol another came from the Exeter hos- rles of eight monthly child guidpital. It wasn't long before Mrs. ance and mental hygiene clinics 1 In addition, home care o~ certain William H. Goodwin placl¥f a ner- conducted by the nurses. illnesses is being recognized by vous hand on an incubator thermostat and set the dial al 80 deDr. Anna Philbrook, directing Velma Hailman , speech therapist. more and more doctors as psychopsychlatrist, uses many clever Adults, too, availed themselves logically better than institutional grees. methods of digging to the roots of the service to help eliminate care. . .. For one month Mary Ann and · There are only two lumtrng facof children's problems. 1 sluttering and similar voca 1 lmBe. tty Ann carried on their batt1e tors in the visiting service of the Consider the doll family, for ex- pedimenls. District nurses. The nurses do nol • * * in the protective, constant temp- ample. Father and mother, sister diagnose symtoms and do ~o_t co~and brother, teachers and friends PR IP L D TY of the aserature. tinue care unless a phys1c1an is are all represented by the cloth sociation's three staff nurses, howFor 30 days the watchful eye of also in attendance. The nurses \ e er, is assisting ill persons in their Mrs. Linscott noted improvement figures. cannot perform the duties of a ] homes. until finally each twin passed the JUNIOR IS TUR ED loose to Miss Ruth Allen , Mrs. Gertrude 6½-pound mark and was free to doctor; they provide the care orleave the incubator world for the play at his hearts content, but al- Eldredge and Mrs. Esther Lindered by a doctor. more normal surroundings of a ways under the analytical eye of the scott ran g a total of 4,876 doorThe fact is, there isn't a person psychiatrist or her assistants. In bells during the past year in rein Portsmouth who might not rewicker bassinette. Mary Ann's smile and Betty many cases, a certain doll will be sponse to call for their aid. quire the services of a District Ann's gurgle joined the words of subject to angry abuse, reflecting To homes in every nook and cor- t nurse sometime in the future. their mother in expressing thanks the child's dislike for a particular ner of Portsmouth, the ladies travel i And regardless of your race, to the District Nursing association person-the cause of his behavior daily, literally keeping their fin- _ color, creed or fmancial position, 1 for its assistance in "just another difficulties. the three nurses are ready to gers on the city's pulse. They, betordinary case." aqswer your call. One small lad attempted to I ter than anyone else, know its epiflush the father doll down a drain demics, its bir th trends and its • * * MRS. GOODWIN HERSELF during a clinic play period. Inves- general physical ills. typified the average mother who, tigation revealed friction between Many factors have increa ed the because of modern medical prac- the boy and his dad which re- I demand for the n\ll·ses, not the tices, is creating an increased de- quired a family readjustment beleast being ord-of-mouth praise by mand for home nursing service. fore the child was returned to an persons who have experienced their Released from the Portsmouth even tempermental keel. efficient and understanding assisthospital two days after the twins Speech defects frequently re- ance. were born, she returned home, tard a child in his school activities willing in spirit but weak physical- and develop an inferiority complex. NEW METHODS of treatment, ly, to answer the tearful demands Here again the District Nursing such as the application of the Xassocation entered the picture with ray, radium therapy, sulfa drugs of her infants. a speech clinic headed by Miss and penicillin, have also resulted in added requests for nursing service in the home. I I 1 I • • • ••• �. Red Feather erv,ces - tyl+ Family W e lfare Bulwark Against Misery (EDITOR'S NOTE: This Is the last of a series ot articles dealIng with the work of the seven Red Feather services supported bv the Community Chest, whl~h wtil conduct Its annual appeal for funds from tomorrow through Oct. 15. Today's :uticle concerns the Family Welfare association) Portsmouth ls a heartless city. Within its limits human beings are disc.arded like soiled, secondhand clothing. Within its boundaries children suffer from cold and hunger, and in a world that requires strength and courage, they, through the fault of others know only weakness and fear. Ours is a cold, calculating city that measures aid to the sick and suffering in terms of dollars and cents; that refuses assistance to the weary traveler unless he has financial means. Here in Portsmouth are aged men and women who must battle daily to obtain the bare necessaries of life. Here every month more than 100 confused and helpless parents, sons and daughters, ask to be rescued from tragedy and despair. ••• YES, P TSMOUTH is heartless but only because it is part of a heartless world that respects neither race, color, creed nor social position when its misery decides to strike. -"'"'_~~/~ .. • . : . . ~X"« Portsmouth is heartl ss because ii, mankind is subject to illness, unGIFT FOR A LITTLE 1:OT:_Mrs. Dorothy Bovard, executive secretary of the Family Welfare associaemployment, personal differences, tion, lifts shoes from pile of donated clothing. A needy child will benefit. (Portamouth Herald photo) self-misbehavior, misunderstand--- Rea ona01e ume was allowed ior ing and other fruits of human - - - - - - - - - - - - - indirectly the cause for steaung. family readjustment to a normal fraility. people of Portsmouth is warm and Shabby clothing brought him way of living before Joe was reBut discarded human beings, like personal, and its accomplishments shame in front of his schoolmates turned to his mother and dad. discarded clothing, can be salprove its ability and fighting spirit. and encouraged skipping class and Today the boy who was once vaged, repaired and returned to There was the case of young ignoring studies, A show of disre- discarded by society is a happy, usefulness. And, too, a heartless city Joe, for example. spe~t for authority was the only capable, upstanding citizen. can contain individuals with a Joe was arrested for stealing. His available opportunity for a maniIf Mrs. Bovard and the Family heart. school records showed that he was festation of "superiority." Welfar.e association could boast of The Family Welfare association a chronic truant and in the com- ' * * * only one such successful salvage MORE DIRECTLY, perhaps, bad operation per year, the associa\ of Portsmouth adequately proves , company guided and promoted his tion' existence would be well justithese facts, for it serves as a I munlty he was known for his asdishonesty and irresponsibility. fied. sociation with bad company. potent medicine ~o the city's ills. II It has one active worker but its Every responsible person who _D_octors at the mental hygiene BUT SIMIL R CASES are assistants are numbered in the knew Joe claimed he was incor- c1m1~ recommended placing young numerous during the year and the hundreds. rigible. Joe was an outcast to all Joe 10 a slate-approved children's association's contribution to the the but Mrs. Dorothy Bovard, execu- boarding home where . he would community is shown in several ITS RELATIONSHIP with live secretary of the Family W have opportunity to associa te on an other ways. Nearly one-third of the cases fare association. el- equal basis with other you ngsters, handled by the Family Welfare • * • away from detrimental influences . !HE LADY who stands on the Joe's parents approved and th~ association require financial assistance. Parents with inadequate fm?g line of Portsmouth's battle Family Welfare associati~n found income are without funds for a~arnst family misfortune was con- a desirable home for the boy. For medicine when sickness strikes, f1?ent th~re was a remedy for Joe's months they watched his personm1sbehav10r. She also knew there ality develop as he accepted res- I or possibly the high cost of living denies youngsters the nourishment ,~as an external cause for his d _ ponslbilities, studied school subof milk, or clothing might be needlmqduency ,~hich could be disco:- iectsdwbihchl were to his li~ng and ed for an unfortunate family. ere and eluninated oun w o esome recreation with Whatever the problem, Mrs. BoShe studied his ;1ealll h c~ildren who were true, helpful 1, c urch, fnends. A total of 323 visits were made vard either provides the assistance school a d . B ut the original by District nurses according to a redirectly or refers the need to anand then ntookrecreational h' t record s, ource of port given by Mrs. Esther Linscott giene cli . . im O a mental by- trouble, unemployment for Joe's other local organization in a posiat the monthly meeting of the board he under:ic tm Concord. There dad, still required attention. tion to help. . en a complete physical / • ~ ~ of directors of the Portsmouth Disexammation a psych o1og1cal • MRS · BOVARD CONTACTED . . extrict Nursing association yesterday A TWO-ROOM OFFICE of the amdmation to determine his apti- employment off Jc i a 1 s ~" h at the City club. association at 3 Congress street is u es and a h' t . gr , ...,,urc ttion t psyc ia nc examinaoups, veterans' organizations Mrs. Samuel Griffin and Mrs. H. cluttered with used wearing apn . ol :ncove_r the basis for his ab- any person or group that could E. Philbrook were named as superparel piled along the walls to a 01ma ehav1or. possibly help A few disc . visors jor October. height of six feet. To the uninform. Rt~sults of the three-way exammonths pass~d, but Mrs ouBroavgmdg For services of the nurses resied, the supply would seem adema ion ga 'd t· · ar fl . ve ev1 ence of two in- con mued her efforts until finally dents may call Healey's drug store quate for many months. However, w~enc1_ng fac_tors in Joe's waya manufacturer in a nearby town at any time or the District nursing the executive secretary claims it rd hfe. His physically hand!- offered the handicapped man a . b office between 8 and 8:30 am and will be distributed within a few capped father's unemployment was for which he was ideally suited.Jo 1 and 1:30 pm. weeks and the need for more clothing will again exist. ••• I District Nurses o S Make 323 Visits · ••• I �l Mrs. Bovard comes to the fore 11hen transportation problems arise. A mother and four small chiliren from Illinois were stranded in Portsmouth recently without funds or a home. The woman had been accepting relief services in her home state but, seeking self-support, came to Portsmouth when she was assured that it would be easy to get work and an apartment here. * * * he and the youngsters slept on a mattress placed on the floor of a local "friend's" house. When she was una ble to find work, the so-called friend demanded that the mother and children leave. The Family Welfare association supplied food and contacted relatives in Illinois who agreed to acFOR TWO WEEKS cept °responsibility for tile family if they were returned home. The City Welfare department paid for the travel obtained by the welfar e association at reduced rates through the Travelers aid ser vice. Family Welfares,\'< Lends Assistance In 69 New Cases Family Welfare :11 ')I Gets largest Cut From Chest Fund The Family Welfare association served 69 'new applicants and The Portsrhoulh Family Welfa:e about 40 regular applicants during association, with a $5,000 benefit, the summer, it was reported Montopped eight local Red Feather day at the September meeting of agencies in the distribution of below-quota Community Chest F u_nds, the board of directors. according to budget committee Advice or temporary assistance recommendations approved l~st were given to persons with probnight by Portsmouth Commun1ty lems of inadequate incomes, child care, domestic difficulties, unemChest directors. ployment and illness, a spo~esman The Salvation Army will receive said. $4,000; the Young Men's Christian . Clothing was bought for many association, $3,520; the Portsmouth school children and the association District Nursing association,_ ~2,purchased several pairs of shoes 500; the Young Women's Christion with money donated by the Rotary association, $2,280; t11e Boy Scouts, club's welfare committee. $1,078; the Girl Scouts, $1,000, and The association chose several the USO, $101. boys to attend Camp Lincoln at • * • Kingston this summer. They were EVERY AGEN Y felt the effects sponsored by the Kiwanis club. of a $10,000 campaign shortage. An association spokesman today Total receipts, as announced by pointed out that there still is a President George R. Chick, were great need for "good used cloth$20.148. The quota was $3~,027, based on the estimated 1950 finaning." cial requirements of the agencies. * * * IN ALL PHASES of its activity, the association works hand in hand with other groups. It contributes to the efficiency of the city's overall welfare program by coordinating such activities as the distribution of Christmas baskets and toys. As a clearing house for several agencies it lists needy fa milies and prevents duplicated benefits to one family to the exclusion of another. As an information service, it informs troubled persons of the services provided by the other Red ' Feather agencies and other charitable groups. The Family Welfare association plans maternity care for unmarried mothers, carries out the wishes of the mother for adoption, the return home or boarding of the baby, and helps the girl readjust to her job or school. Family Welfare Aid Reaches New High n .. ,1Many new applications for assistance were received last month by the Family Welfare association, dlrectors were told at a recent report meeting. Unemployment, 111 n es s and family troubles were the causes for the increase, an association spokes- \ man said. Several cases were referred to the city and county welfare departments, although emergency food supplies, clothing and medicine were given by the association. Among services rendered, was transportation to clinics, and trav1 eler's aid. ' Newly Organized Recreation Boatd}-1 Meets Next Week The newly-appointed recreation board of directors will "definitely" hold an organiz:ation meeting next week, City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today. At the same time, Peterson announced that Herbert R. Hagstrom, Junior high school principal, has been named to ucceed John L. Scott of 34 Highland street, who declined to serve on the board. Hagstrom, who resides at 1104 1:aplewood avenue, will represent the YMCA. Distribution this year was the result budget committee studies rather than a set percentage cut in the budget of each agency. The committee considered such factors as the community's need for each service in the light of present economic conditions; the ability of the individual agency to increase income through fees and similar charges required to_ maintain its operation, and the existence or non-existence in each case of principal as a source of financial support. • * * and their organizations include Edward Paterson of 21 Daniels street, Chamber of Commerce; Mrs. Edgar A. I Ladd of 139 Cass street, YWCA; \ Ralph Atwell of 45 Richmo~d street, Central Veterans Council; John E. Kane of Joffre terrace, Catholic Youth Organization; Mrs. Mary E. Warner of 50 Newcastle avenue, American Red Cross; Edward Shea of 496 Greenside avenue, Central Parent-Teacher association council; Benjamin A. Tober of 308 Broad street, Portsmouth Zionist district; and Carl Erickson of 85 Woodbury avenue, education. The board is empowered to nominate a full-time recreation director for City Manager Peterson's approval. Peterson said the n0111inations will be made shortly after OTHER MEMBERS the organization meeting. Francis T. Malloy has been serving as part-time recreation director. I •• • PETERSON WILL BE the 10th * * MAN ER, * member of the board which will "IN THIS distribuserve without pay. The board must tion was fair," a spokesm~ for also choose a chairman and meet the directors said. "Agencies deat least once a month. pending entirely on the CommuOther duties include planning of nity Chest would naturally feel the a city-wide recreation program, effects of a sl ash more than or* * * supervision of public playgrounds, TRANSPORT ATIO is provided ganizations with other sources of athletic fields, recreation centers or obtained for persons ordered income." ., to an out-of-town clinic or hospiAgencies received_ a. g!·een and other recreation facilities and tal by local doctors. The aged who light" to solicit contributions rom \ activities on any property owned have inadequate funds for food or individuals who did not give to the or controlled by the city. Peterson explained that organifuel are assisted. The services are, 1949 Chest campaign. They must, indeed, extensive and varied. however, explain to each per~on zation of the board was delayed beTroubled marital waters are solicited that the request is be1~g cause several members could not often calmed by the diplomatic 'JI made because of failure lo rruse decide whether they would serve. and fr iendly l\lirs. Bovard before sufficient funds in the October a separation or divorce results. Her U drive and that he might be apyears of experience provide solu\ proadhed by representatives of tions and locate the roots of trouble A total of 399 visit were made other agencies with a similar rein many marriages headed for a by Portsmouth distr ict nurse·s acquest f9r a donation. smash-up. cording to a report by Miss Rnth * • * "I have faith in humanity," Mrs. Allen at a m1mthly meeting of the A SECO D emergency measure Ira A. Brown today said he has Bovard declares. executive board of the Portsmouth voted by the directors, is the pe~-\ turned over $50 to the Rocking* * • Di trict Nursing association this mission granted ag::'.._cies to o~lam ham County polio fund on behalf "PEOPLE FACED with misformorning at lhe Women's City club 1 of th~ Portsmouth Lions club. tune want to help themselves. With I on Middle street. funds by money-rais_ing functions, Brown said a $50 check was prea slight push from others they l Miss Allen also reported that provided such functions meet ap- sen~ed to George A. Trefethen prove t heir courage and willing29 Thanksgiving baskets, gifts of proval and are · controlled by a polio fund treasurer. ' ness to cooperate." the board, were distributed to three-man Community Chest com"I conslder everyone we help a chronically ill . patients. miltee. , fr iend, not just another case," she ,• I Services of the nurses may be \ It was also voted at yesterday s adds. obtained by calling the associatiQn meeting to amend the constitution And everyone who benefits from office between 8 and 8:30 am and in order to schedule the annual the Family Welfare association 1 and 1:30 pm, Hea.l.ey's drug store meeting in October rather than I knows that Mrs. Bovard is one of I or the December supervisors, , Miss February._ _ _ __ _ _, the truest friends they will ever I Rosanna O'Donoghue and Mrs. find. \ Atthur B-au_m_._ _ __ 399 y •ISltS • Made BY DistriCt N rSeS ,1 Lions Contributeu~ $50 to Polio Fund I I �Red Feather Services Girl Scouts Train for Home~ Democracy (EDITOR'S NOTE: ThJs Is the fourth of a series of articles dealIng with the work of the seven Red Feather services supported by the Community Chest, which wlll con duct Its annual appeal for funds from Oct. 5 through Oct. 15. Today's article concerns the Girl Scouts) Human guinea pigs, ranging from two to five years of age, were herded into a laboratory on Daniels street recently to undergo a series of experiments. Passers-by on the street below shuddered at the shrieks and wails that intermittently rent the air. And yet fears of mayhem were dispelled by the bursts of childish laughter that indicated, in a contradictory manner, perhaps, a happy gathering. * * • TO FURTHER the atmosphere of mystery, the tempting aroma of cooking goodies drifted through the open windows. The "guinea pigs", as it turned out, were borrowed brothers, sisters and neighbors' children who were discovering in a very personal manner some of the fruits of Girl Scouts training. The occasion was a Scout baby party, held as a requisite for a child-care merit badge. A f t e r months of learning how to feed, bathe and amuse little tots, the girls had assembled their subjects for a test performance. To the casual observer, it wasn't quite clear just who was entertaining whom. Members of the lower age group. despite frequent tears and cries to the contrary, seemed to find the antics of their big sisters amusing. But on the other hand, the experimenters took equal delight in the noisy responses of their young subjects. JUST IN CASE-Janice Weston of Orchard court, center, demonstrates first aid skill for ~'lis Edna B. Willey, Girl Scout council assistant, right. Smiling victim is Jean M:askwa of 48 Brackett road. (Port1mouth Herald ohoto) • • * and the community because of lack anRIGHT," she ''THAT'S of appreciation for and sufficient knowledge of these basic home ac- swered. The old fellow said nothing tivities. more. * * • Months later the same nurse UNDOUBTEDLY, the Girl Scouts show more enthusiasm for happened to lift the patient's pilchanging the baby's unmention- low. There, beneath it, frayed ables or washing greasy pans while from frequent handling, was the training with their sister Scouts green-shaped souvenir of a child's than they do in their mother's simple thoughtfulness for one she "doesn't even know." kitchen. It's that type of thoughtfulness But nevertheless, there are which marks the spirit of Girl many mothers benefitting now and .Scouting and soon becomes habit. there will be many young men Officials of the Chase Home for benefitting in ten or 15 years 1 Children know it. They received from now from the Girl Scout bean bags last year from young homemaking coursea. The youngsters learn democracy Scouts who wished to give enjoyment to less fortunate children. by practicing democracy. Portsmouth firemen know it. The youngest Brownle, age seven, probably isn't aware of the fact, They were aided in their Christmas HOWEVER, a study of the ultl- but she is learning the meaning of project of renovating old toys by children who, again, wished to give democratic process by working with enjoyment to less fortunate chilmate purpose of the uproarious other Scouts in an unselfish man- dren. gathering would reveal that a ner for the benefit of the entire * •• greater America was being born troop. THERE ARE IANY ways, lnhere--that roots were being plantShe shares her possessions and deed, in which the spirit of selfed for a strengthened democracy. knowledge. She is given responsi- sacrifice and unselfish giving are For it has been said that the bility and participates in many manifest by the Portsmouth Girl foundation of our nation lies in the community activities. Scouts. firmness of its family life. And, too, • * • But service is only one phas\! of it has been agree~ that the key to . BY THE TIME the miss reaches Scouting. future democra~y 1s held by the 110 and "flies up" to the intermediThe Scouts voluntarily study, and youth of America. ate Scouting group, she Is the vie- through practical experience gain If such 1s · the case, the Girl Scout tim of habit. But it's good habit, the knowledge of such enjoyable sub· program 1s · making a major contri- kind that automatically leads the jects as literature and dramatics, b u~1on · to t he future welfare of the youngster to serve the sick, partlcl- health music, and dancing, safety,community nature and life, inUmted Id States, iI not the entire pate in the Community Chest fund wor • drive or donate clothes to the over- ternational friendship. Cooking, sewing, child ca1·e, seas needy. Outdoor sports and games and 8nd and home de_ coratin_1 g similar There are times when the kin d instructions in t good tgrooming · i 'tl th social enter ainmen Jo n w1 homemakmg ~k \ls are e tools act of a Girl Scout has a deep- artistic achievements to make the1 I "I suppose, too," she adds with a of a housewife s career. little ladies capable leaders. homes, authorities claim, Many and seated effect· knowing wink," they rather like the many families have been broken Last Dec. 25, Jor example, an el"Why do girls join the Scout trim brown or green uniform." Miss Willey offered some very to the detriment of individuals derly pa_tient at the Pembroke tu- movement?" Miss Edna Willey, berculosts hospital fingered a card council assistant, was asked re- emphatic words of praise for scoutmasters and assistants, all volunshaped like a Christmas tree. As cently. teer adult workers. he gazed at its gre~n background • • • * • • and colored paper or naments, a THE ADi\lINIS'fRATIVE coor"THEY WORK LONG and hard tear came to his eye. dinator of Portsmouth's 17 Girl "Nurse!" he called. Scout troops replied, "To be an at personal sacrifice to help the "Nurse, is it true that this came integral part of a large group. girls," she says, "and they deserve from a little kid who doesn't even They like most of all to learn a vote of thanks." And the Girl Scouts themselves, know me?" homemaking, and just the idea of an asset to any com"1unity, reflect doing practical things for themthe successful efforts of their adult selves is a big appeal. supervisors. * * • 1 I l �Chamber to Press ?#- /5 Parking Proposals The Chamber of Commerce again will ask the city council to allocate additional parking facilities a.t a special council meeting Wednesday night. Chamber Treasurer George R. Chick, who ls spearheading the Chamber's campaign for additional parking areas, has informed City Manager Edward C. Peterson that representatives of his organization will address the council at Wednesday's meeting. The council also will receive a proposal from Chamber President David C. Packard that "courtesy" cards, rather than parking ticket.s, be placed on the automobiles of outof-state motorists who violate local parking ordinances. • • • PACKARD, who said he discussed the proposal with City Manager Peterson and City Marshal Willlam J. Linchey, w.Ul suggest that present city ordinances be revised so that local patrolmen can dist.ribute the "courtesy" cards. The cards, in use in numerous other New Hampshire cities, would remind the out-of-state driver that he has violated the law and is subPAST PRESIDENTS-Former heads of the Portsmouth Kiwanis club posed for a group picture Tuesday ject to a fine and possible court night as part of the ceremonies marking past president's night. Seated, from left to J:ight, are Oscar Neukom, arraignment for further offenses. Forrest M. Eaton, Frank W. Ral).dall, 1949 president, Harold C. Chandler; Albert H. Woolfson, John L. Phelps Prior to Wednesday's meeting, and Edgar Bl anchard. Standing, left to right, are Nathan H. Wells, Charles W,. W. Spaulding, John L. Scott, the council will hold public hear- John R. Goiter, Glen A. Race, John W. Hopley, Edward S. Seavey and Ory S. Conery. (Parnham Photo) ings on a $62,729 supplementary t,, ~~ budget and a proposed· salary lncreue of .~500 for Public Work& Supt. Nat S. Stevens. Both the budget and the salary ordinance already have pa.ssed first readlrigs. • • • THE COU CIL also scheduled a public hearing on an ordinance amendment which would provide pay of $8 a day for policemen assigned to the polls during eleotions. But Peter.son 68.id the hea.r.ing will not be held due to a legal mixup. Peterson explained that the council on July 7 pa.ssed ordinances providing salary increases t,o various municipal employes. But 11.l!ter the ordinances were approved, Peterson said, Councilman Ma,ry c. Dondero introduced an amendment to include election day pay for policemen. ., . AFTER ACCEPTING the amend- ment, Peterson explained, the council set WednesdaiY night as the date for a hearing. However, a check of the council's rules and regulations, Peterson sa.id, showed that the council cannot accept amendments to ordinances after the legislation passes a second reading. Peterson said he believes that the matter should be referred to the police commission for recommendation. At present policemen are not covered by ordinances establishing pa,y for ward officials and other election workers. Kiwanians Pay Tribute To For mer Presidents Portsmouth Kiwanians observed Past President's night Tuesday at 1 the Howard Johnson restaurant with Frank W. Randall, president of the club 21 years ago, as the principal speaker. Mr. Randall took as his topic, "Our New England" and traced the origins of the six-state New England Council its growth from th& summer day in 1925 when a group of business leaders urged New England's governors to help in the organization of a "piece of machinery" for development and promotion of the area. The League of Women V o t e r s * - - - - - - - - - - - - - "Politics Is Everybody's Busiheld the second in a sel'ies of two * * * HE EXfLAINED that the counworkshops on local government ness" was the theme of the first cil's continuing objectives are to session held last week. l\Jrs. Robert yesterday at the YWCA. improve New England by: Mrs. '!orris F oye drscribed the Hayes outlined the qualifications "(l) Expanding the use of New appointment of city officials and for voting and the methods of England's industrial, agricultural, employes under the council-man- nominating and electing candirecreational and human resources; ager form of government and ex- dttes. The league will hold its regular plained the duties of the three• "(2) Facilitating tbe cooperation monthly meeting at 7:30 next Monman personnel board. of busine s interests and governMrs. Norman Michaud, chairman day night at the YWCA when the mental agencies in furthering the of the league's voter service and workshop co mmittee will sumregion's economic welfare; "(3) Promoting national and re- workshop lead~l', discussed city- marize the two sessions. The genmanager charters emphasizing the eral subject will be "State Reorgional consciousness of New England's importance as an area of similarity between the Portsmouth ganization." economic achievement and oppor- and Dover c;harters. tunity." Randall explained the different phases of New England's character that makes it attractive to the vacationist, the manufacturer, the farmer, the historian and the educator. f Women Voters League Holds Second~,'l'orkshop • • • "BUT OVER and above all," he said "the gi·eates asset of New England is the fundamental character of our people with their stability, thrift and straight thinking, our skilled workers with their Yankee ingenuity and know how." During the ceremonies markmg the occasion the members paid silent tribute to three deceased presidents. These included Sidney S. Trueman, Samuel D. Eastman and I. Everett Ewer. Three other past presidents were unable to attend. They were Ar- �Widely- V arying Hospital Costs Puzzle ~rea 23 Why is there such a tremendous variation in the costs of hospital care? I The Rockingham County Medical society addresses that qu slion to itself in the current issue of its official monthly publication, the "News", and after a state-wide survey of the situation, still looks inquiringly at the facts. The society's survey turned up statistics showing that rates at both the Portsmouth and Exeter hospitals are well above the state average, with the Exeter institution vying closely with Concord for the top rate schedule. But the Portsmouth hospital, along with Rochester, is right next in line. * * * of the survey findings shows that private room rates range from a low of $7 in De~ry to a ~lgh_ of $13 in Concord, whlle sem1-pnvate rooms run $6 to $11 and ward beds from $5 to $9. The statewide average is private room, $10.31; semi-private, $8.31, and ward, $6.46. The Exeter hospital occupies the TABU LATION The publication term as "cheerful ficlion" the statements of hospital officials who claim th at their rates are "in line with those hospitals of similar status." "Hospital rates are not established in relation to other hospitals," it maintains." "Increased rates appear as a means of counteracting a shortage." It is intere ting to note in the comparison between rates and cost that all hospitall surveyed have a greater expense per patient than th ey charge for the mo t expensive accommodations, the private rooms. • • • E ETER HO PITAL, for exam- ple, charges a private room patient $1 2.50 a day. It pays out 16.16, a net loss of $3.66. Portsmouth receives 12 and spends 13.65. I Ward and semi-private patients cause a still greater deficit. Exeter's billing for a ward bed Is less than half of the daily expense for the patient using the bed, and at I !1igher bracket in each class of accommodations, charging 8, $11 and $12.50 respectively, for ward beds, semi-private rooms and private rooms. The Portsmouth rates are $7, $10 and $12. . . "All of these hospitals are m New Hampshire and, as non-profit corporations, are uninfluenced by local property tax variations," the county medical society's jou~nal points out. 'These same hospitals are accessible to ident(cal mark~ts for provisions and equipment with the available discounts for careful buying in quantity. Wages are said 1 to be high but essentially uniform, and hospital standardization makes treatment techniques essentially the same. 11 the Portsmouth hospital the ratio is also more than 2 to 1 on the side of expense. Statistics in the medical society's "News" prove that neither the number ·or admissions nor the number of patient days substantially ~ions, 2,402, and took seventh place affect the cost per patient. Concord, with the highest per m the number of patient days with capita cost, tailed 42,591 patient a 19,612 total. Half of New Hampshire's hosdays last year to lead all other New Hampshire hospitals. It rated third / pitals, including Exeter, require a place in the number of admissions / cash deposit at the time of admission. Exeter is the lone hospital with 4,983. asking a deposit from Blue Cross * HOWEVER, the Elliolt hospital, subscribers. Manchester, takes high position in * * * the u umb of adml11lon1 with an PORT MOUTH HAS a "pay-asyou leave" policy, requesting no 8,376 total, and places second in advance payment. patient days with 38,233, but falls The " ews" points out, however, into tenth niche in the list of costs. , that rates and advance payment Portsmouth, which was seventh policies differ in maternity cases in costs, was sixth in admissions at some hospitals. and fourth in patient days with 3,The publication's editors explain 116 and 26,391 1sespectively. that the survey was made to deterThe Exeter hospital, second mine what the actual figures are, in highest in th matter of costs, had response lo "critics in each lothe ninth largest number of admls- cality who claim that the rates of their hospitals are the .bii.be■t," Doctors Z .D€..c /9'-fCf * * I Portsmouth Welcomes I I * * * THE " comes "WHY, the question, "is there such a tremend?us variation in the cost of hospital care ?" The survey determined that the rates are direct reflections of hospital costs, for il was found that the Exeter hospital, with the second highest raJ.es in the state, a_lso has the second highest per capita cost of operation . In lhls respect, however, Ports- PYTHIANS CONVENE-Seated at the head table during the 49th convention banquet of the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire, Knights of Pythias, and Grand Temple, Pythian Sisters, last night at the Rockingham hotel are, left to right, George ott, guest; Miss Pauline H. Keezer of Plaistow, Grand Chief of the Pythian Sisters of New Hampshire; Carter D. Keezer of Plaistow, past grand chancellor, who served as toastmaster; Mrs. Carter D. Keezer, Charles T. Durell of Portsmouth, grand chancellor; Mrs. Charles T. Durell, incoming grand chief of New Hampshire and Earle N, Genzbergcr of Butte, Mont., supreme vice chancellor. (Port1moutb Herald photo) Portsmouth officially welcomed Gov. Sherman Adams was repreNamed among the new officials nearly 250 members of the Knights sented by Maj. Kennard E. Goldwere Mrs. Betty Smart of Durham, of Pythias and the Pythian Sisters mith of Portsmouth. treasurer, and Mrs. Hazel Ha,rmon at the 49th annual convention banPrincipal speaker at the recep- of Portsmouth, marshal. quet of the Grand Lodge of New Hampshire and the Grand Temple, tion ceremonies was Supreme Vice Following a meeting of the held last night at the Rockingham Chancellor Earle N. Genzberger mouth is seventh on the list of the P ythian home corporation, memof Butte, Mont. hotel. 17 New Hampshire hospitals inThe program also included brief orial services were held at the Assistant Mayor Richman S. cluded in the study. Middle Street Baptist church in Margeson, representing Mayor Ce- speeches by Grand Chancellor memory of Pythians who died durExeter hospital costs "per pacil M. Neal, who is in Chicago, ex- Charles T. Durell of Portsmouth ; ing the past year. These included tient day" averaged $16.16, while tended the city's greetings to Pyth- Miss Pauline H. Keezer of Plais18 members of the Grand Lodge first-place Concord's burden was lans from all sections of New tow, grand chief of the Pytbian and 29 members of the Grand $17.96. Hampshire. Sisters of New Hampshire; Rus- Temple. Portsmouth's costs were $13.65, or The invocation was given by the sell M. Hosmer of Brunswick, $4.31 less than Concord and $2.51 Rev. Raymond F. Smith of the grand chancellor of Maine ; 111.rs. * * * MRS. CORA WOODS of Portsbelow the Exeter figure. Middle Street Baptist church. Past Adeline Nelson of Somerville, mouth, past grand chief, officiatGrand Chancellor Carter D. Kee- grand chief of Massachusetts; Mrs. ed at the services. * * * ON THE OTHER HAND , the zer of Plaistow served as toastmas- Caroline Robson of Pawtucket, Morrison hospital, Whitefield, ter. R. I., grand chief of Rhode Island Among the honored guests was spent only $8.04, less than half the and Mrs. Mabel T. Durell 'of Ports- Timothy Connolly, 92, of 189 Wi* * * THE GROUP was welcomed on mouth, incoming grand chief of bird street, oldest member of the expenses of each of t~e two highe~t rate hospitals. This 1s reflected m behalf of the Damon lodge of New Hampshire. order in New Hampshire. the fact that its robm rates corre- Portsmouth by Chancellor Com* • * The past grand chiefs held a spond in all but one type with bot- mander John Goss, and Grand A MEETING of the Past Chiefs breakfast meeting this morning at Chief Mrs. Marguerite Davis of tom-place Derry. Crystal Temple spake for her local association opened the session with the hotel and the Grand temple the election of officers and a busi- j session and the Grand lodge met group. ll8H parley. in IOOF hall. I �I Open House Slated ~ At Therapy Center · To Mark 'Kids' Day' Open house at the Portsmouth 1 Rehabilitation center tomorrow, in conjunction with Kiwanis-spon- 1 sored Kids' day, wlll serve to demonstrate the work done for handicapped children in the Ports- mo;;:m~e:~ 8 pm the local center \ will be host to the public, showing movies, explaining equipment and treatments, displaying articles made by crippled persons and m other ways pointing out every t phase of its work. • • • AS A FEATURE of Kids' day, the open house will show the benefits to children from money raised bv the local Kiwanis club at its a~nual auction and of funds donated by other groups and individuals. The National Kids' day observance has been planned through the joint efforts of Kiwanis Intl>rnational and the National Kids' Day foundation to focus attention REHABILITATION CENTER MARKS YULE SEASON-Children and parents crowd the Portsmouth on the problems and accomplishRehabilitation Center yesterday for a Christmas party, (Porta • ..._..,..,,,,,. ments of youngsters. Locally, the Kiwanis club and directors of the Rehabilitation center agreed that open house at the center would not only create interest in the needs of the handiA new P_la1:1 lo e l~nd assistance · the representatives to see that capped but would also give the to nee?Y v~cllms of fires and other victims are properly housed, fed I public an opportunity to view the tragedies 10 Portsmouth was an- and clothed until permanent ar-1I progress and achievements of the nounced toda_y by Herbert R. Hag- rangements can be made. crippled children. • * • strom, Amencan Red Cross chap• • * A PROCLAMATION by Mayor REPRESE TATIVES of the disSeventy-one children were given ter chairman. Hagstrom said the plan was aster committee on call th is month Cecil M. Neal asks the city's citia rousing Christmas party yesteradopted at a recent meeting of the will be Philip F. Gray, telephone zens to provide, wherever possible, day at the Portsmouth Rehabilitalocal chapter's disaster committee. 344 or 4221-R a d Hagstrom, 4470 assistance in "helping underprivition Center. Santa Claus appeared in the The group also will continue parti- or 2500; Dr. John H. Sprague, ledged children to enjoy some of 715-W or 715-R and John C. Van the benefits normally accruing to middle of the party to greet the cipation in major di aster work. • * * Metre, 71 or 4220, January and boys and girls in more fortunate children and give them all a THE RED CRO official said February; Ho war d Campbell, circumstances." present. The Rehabilitation center will 1 Herb Taylor of Boston, Mass., \ the committee will send at least 43~ or 1196-1\'I and Edward J. opened the event with a magic one representative to Portsmouth Neville, 1134-M, March and April; conduct its annual sale of articles show and then staged a Punch and err.ergencies if assistance is needed. and Frank Paterson, 640-R and made by the handicapped patients Judy puppet show. The children Hagstrom said the individual will Morris Berry, 4330 or 3653, May during tomorrow's program. Toys, novelties, products of knitting, and visiting parents joined in have full authority to act for the and June. Hagst~om said Neville, commit- weaving and woodwork wlll be singing Christmas carols under the Portsmouth chapter and see that tee chairman, soon will call a sold, with the proceeds going to the direction of Mrs. Edith Littlefield. victims are given necessary aid. Hagstrom said the Portsmouth meeting of the g1·oup to formulate persons who made the articles. Forrest M. Eaton, president of "We'll have a wide variety of exthe Portsmouth Kiwanis club, fire department has offered to co- final plans for local disaster work. Major disaster committee mem- . cellent Christmas presents." Miss spoke to the crowd in the base- operate in the project and will notify Mrs. Mary Warner, chapter hers are Dr. Frederick S. Gray, Minnie Witham, director, said toment room of the center. Refreshments of ice cream, secretary, if assistance is needed . Dr. Sprague and Van Metre, medi- day. Tea and coffee will be served Mrs. Warner will then contact cal; Campbell, food and clothing; candy and cookies, served under the direction of Mrs. J. D. Hart· committee members on call at the Philip F . Gray, shelter; Berry, during the open house. time and they will be dispatched transportation; Paterson, registraford , completed the afternoon . John L. Scott was general chair- to the scene of the emergency. lion and information ; and Mayor Immediate steps will be taken by Cecil M. eal, honorary chairman. 1 man. \ 71 Children See Therapy Center~~..,. Christmas Party Disaster Plan Extended,~ By Local Red Cross Unit I I I Miss Jane Walker Therapy Center Exhibits Seen n By 200 Visitors More than 200 visitors toured the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center S~turday in observance of National Kids' day, Members of the Kiwanis club which sponsors the center and their wives acted as hosts and hostesses. Mrs. S. Gordon Task, chairman of the center's volunteer committiP~ u,_;a.s;. in rhJ1rSZ A .film, "New Hope," which shows center activities, was shown. About $150 was raised from a sale of Christmas gifts made by handicapped persons. W!ves of members of the center's medical staff were in charge of the guest book. Mrs. Harry F. Downing was chair~an of hostesses; Mrs. Jack F_enwick, arrangements; Mrs. Francis T. Malloy and Mrs. Gordon Aston, refreshments; Mrs. E. A. Ladd Christmas sale. ' M:s. Raymond I. Beal, Mri;. Phibp F. Gray, Mrs. William Harris and Mrs. Forrest M. Eaton poured. Appointed to ~· ~ Therapy Center Miss Jane Walker of 795 Middle street has been appointed a phvsiC{ll therapist al the Manchester Rehabilitation center, according to an announcement by John D. Orr director. ' The daughter of Charles H 1 Walker, she is a graduate of Ports~ She is a member of the National mouth high school and the Bouve 1 Rehabilitation association, the School of Physical Education and American Physical Therapist assoPhysical Therapy, Boston. Miss Walker was previouslv a ciation and the Amerjcan Registry member of the staff of the Eastern of Physical Therapists. a.tne General hospitat Bangor. �~ Red Feather Services ' The Salvatio~ Army-Efficient Santa Claus . . . The Portsmouth corps is associated with the Evangeline Booth home in Boston, where unwed I mothers are cared -for and aided with their problems in a sympathetic and understanding manner. While the "Army" helps solve the problems and perplexities of Santa Claus endured a few worline, the family arrived in Portland, the race, it also tries to prevent risome moments last Christmas Me. There Salvation Army auth- them. Eve. * • * orities provided temporary assistSanta is a gay, jolly, even boisA YOUTH PROGRAM, including ance and investigated the expediterous old philanthropist whose a Girl Scout troop, a Sunbeam ency of continuing north. heart belongs to t he kids. Their investigation disclosed that troop for girls of pre-Scout age, And yet, there are times when employment would be available'but and recreation and craft classes, that heart of his is broken when housing would be lacking, in the supplement its spiritual work. his happy nature is benumbed by Mismanagement of funds, acpotato-growing area. They advised sadness and the twinkle in his eye cording to Major Warren, the the family lo return "home" and is glazed by a tear. Portsmouth Salvation Army head, try to find shelter there. His gifts, you see, are not limitis the chief cause of family difThe father could then return to less, and like ordinary mortals, he Maine lo try the potato fields by ficulties. sometimes finds himself powerless "Parents too often buy the nonhimself. to keep promises. * • • essentials, neglect their savings and * * * THEY PROVID ED . credentials find themselves without funds to AND NO ONE KNOWS better which would enable the travelers fall back on when unemployment than he the empty world of a child MAJOR WARREN to obtain gasoline and food from or sickness strikes," he explains. forsaken by Santa Claus. "Army" units along the route, with And he is qualified from personIt was the night before Christmas. GIVING JOY to the unfortunate Portsmouth the first stop . al experience to appreciate and unHere they again enJoyed "Army" derstand the course traveled by a Four little hearts beat rapidly is commonplace for the Salvation father in raising a family. He and in four shivering little bodies. This Army. That is the organization's hospitality. With full stomac hs the seven his wife have three grown sons, was the night of childhood nights, purpose. and tiny ears strained as tiny Ups Helping the helpless is daily children returned to two-tier bunks one an army Lieutenant in Berlin, prayed for the sound of Santa's routine. It is one reason the which were squeezed between a Germany; another a teacher in reindeer. "Army" is listed among the Red load on the back of the truck and Massachusetts and the third a stuthe driver's seat. The father and dent at the New England ConservaThis was the night when hopes Feather agencies of Portsmouth. and dreams would burst Into thrillA charter issued by the State of molher waved a grateful farewell lory of Music. All are veterans of ing actuality or be smashed into New York in 1899 lists its · pur- to Major Warren and they were off. World War II. dismal despair. , · poses as, "the spiritual, moral, One particular about the over* * * • • • and physical reformation of all who burdened truck caused the major MAJOR WARREN himself was 1 CRISP COLD AIR and deep need it; the reclamation of the concern, however. It carried no , born in England. He crossed the Atlantic to Canasnow gave a tranquil Christmas fallen; visitation among the poor spare tire. setting to the Maine farm, but for and lowly and sick, and the 1 As generous and helpful as the da at the age of seven, served in the four youngsters living in a preaching of the Gospel and the Salvation Army is, it is "nobody's the Canadian army during World dissemination of Christian truth." fool" when it comes to selection of War I and settled in Haverhill, In the process of helping others, . Mass., in 1921. I trall~r the marvels of nature spell- Salvation Army worker• many worthy cases. * • * Since entering the Salvaµon ed discomfort and sickness. EACH BE EFICIARY must be Army service in 1928 at Malden, In a nearby barn their father fought the bitter temperatures times come across situations that deserving and an investigation is Mass., he has been assigned to wr~pped with ragged blankets. The are humorous as well as pathetic. conducted, within reason accord- posts in Haverhill, Brockton, Somtrailer was small-hardly room It was only a few nights ago in ing to the time and circumstances, erville and Lowell, Mass., Bath, en?ugh for a mother and four Portsmouth, for example, that a to prevent loafers-by-choice , from Me., and Concord. He left Bath In July to direct children, certainly not r m I unique and picturesque convey- dipping into the funds. OO Unless absolutely necessary, cash the Portsmouth corps. enough for dad, too. ance came to a rough stop In front The major already is making As he lay on the cold wooden of the Salvation Army headquar- is never given out. A meal check permits needy plans for the night-before-Christ~oor, he and Santa Claus were one ters on State street. persons to obtain food at a nearby mas, 1949, when once again he and m their sadness. • • • restaurant. The restaurant pro, his assistants will give Santa a "My kids," he thought "C 0 Id IT WAS A TRUCK. On the roof prietor bills the "Army" and cash helping hand. sick, hungry, no toys!" ' ' were tied an ice box, a baby caris paid directly• to him. "Oh, God," he prayed, "if I I ri~ge, an oil heater, a sewing ma"The Salvation Arm y, like other , could give them a Christmas like a pall, baggage and bed- private agencies with limited funds," says Major Warren, "is millions of other kids will have toThe running boards held boxes able to provide only temporary morrow." of clothing and kitchen utensils • • • and on the floor of the cab could material aid. "We try to turn no deserving "IF ONLY ... if only they could be seen a coffee pot, tin cups and person away. However, we don't Thanksgiving dinners will be be spared the heartbreak of a dishes. . duplicate the work of any other Christmas without Santa Claus Sure, it was deserving of a smile agency which may be working with di tributed by the Salvation Army It was nearly daybreak when to see the dilapidated vehicle so a particular family or individual." to needy families of Portsmouth Santa was notified that he would /1 loade~ that fenders were nearly l\lajor Albert Warren, local corp~ * * * receive assistance in time to make scrapmg the ~heels. commander, announced today. THE TYPES of "down and out" Christmas a happy day for the enBut as MaJ. Albert J. Warren · persons aided by the Salvation Major Warren explained, howtire family. of the local corps soon learned, Army are difficult to enumerate ever that the number of baskets Making one of his last calls in it repr~sen~ed the only home of a because misery has no preference to be issued will be determined by the Portsmouth area, he appeared man, h~ wife and. seven children. or bounds. the amount of money raised at the in the uniform of the Salvation The tired and disheveled driver "street kettles" now stationed at Ex-prisoners, who have paid Army, loaded to capacity with toys told his story to Major Warren. two points on Congress street. their debt to society, many times food, clothing and candy. ' After losing his job in Massa- are handed their first clothing and The response to date, the maHe saw to it that medical at- · chusetts, he was unable to pay rent financial assistance after release jor said, has been "a little slow." tention was provided for the ai:id eventually was evicted from from prison by Salvation Army Warren explained that the list of needy families is long and that youngsters and he even led the his home. workers. every effort will be made, in cofather to a job within a short time. operation with other agencies of Santa and the Salvation Army the city, to provide a Thanksgiving scored another victory against misdinner for the most worthy. fortune. (EDITOR'S NOTE: This Is the second of a serle~ of articles dealing with the work of the seven Red Feathel' services supporte d by the Community Chest, which wlll conduct its annual appeal for funds from Oct. 5 throuah Oct 15 Today's a r t l c I e co~cerns · the Salvation Army) HE THEN LOADED his family and as many household belongings as possible on the truck and, in desperate hope, headed for the potato country of Maine to seek work. Weary, penniless and out of gaso- N I I ~1::i;~• -=-:;-:;:-:::=============;; Sa Iv at ion Army To Distribute n.19 Holiday Dinners I l I �2 H. BELMONT GOULD NEW COLORS FOR POST-Attending ceremonies accompanying the presentation of new colors to Emerson Hovey post, Veterans of Foreign Wars, were, top row, left to right, Department Inspector Robert Tighe, Francis Larwin, Charles Shure, William Tw·ney, Benjamin Thurlow, Joseph Fowler; middle row, left to right, Ray Irman, Phillip Walsh, Leroy Pettibone, Phillip Parker, Ario Pierce, Alex Cook, John E. O'Sullivan, George P. Frost;State Department Junior Vice Comdr. Joseph L. Louther, Jr., State Comdr. John T. Kononan, Neil Bierce, Norman Dion, Lee Scott, Benjamin Downing; seated, left to right, Joseph Cullen, Sr., Harry Laderbush, John Bechard, Senior Vice Commander George Keelty, Comdr. Ralph A. Martell, Junior Vice Comdr. Raymond Pierce, William Kusky, Quartermaster Arthur Gagnon and Quartermaster Sgt. W. F. deRochemont. Lisbon Man Named General Secretary Of Local YMCA ir The appointment of H, Belmont Gould of Lisbon as general secretary of the Port.smouth YMCA was annpunced today bY President st.owe Wilder. Gould succeeds Franklin J. En· gelhardt of Dov.er who has served as acting general secretary of the local YMCA since Aprtl 25. Gould is director of Camp Foss, 1 ' Strafford county YMCA camp for A fervent appeal for clothing to · boys and girls. He recently resigned dress needy chil~ren was made to- as general secretary of the Lisbon day by Mrs. Mildred C. Riese, Community YMCA, a post he had Por1:5mouth welfare department in- held for three years. vestigator. • • • GOULD HAS HAD broad experiMrs. Riese said the increasing ence ln YMCA activlties both in cost of new clothing and limited Massachusetts and New Hampshire. funds in the welfare• department He is a member of the New Hamphave forced her and Overseer of shire State YMCA staff and has the Poor James 0. Pettigrew to ask served as state YMCA aquatic comfor used clothing. missioner for three years. He attended Springfield college "We'll appreciate anything that people will donate. We need most- In Springfield, Mass. He was watel'front director at ly outer garments but will be very glad to accept anything we can give Crunp Rotary in Geo1·getown, Mass., to the unfortunate children," Mrs. and prior to serving with the Boy's club of Boston for 17 years, he was Riese said. associate boys• work sec1·etary at * * * the Lynn, Mass., YMCA. SHE REPORTED that more than · Welfare Worker State Leaders. ,..,resents New Colors to VFW Post In Appeal Here n For Old Clothes ~ The Emerson Hovey post, Veterans of Foreign Wars, was presented new colors and an American flag at a meeting Friday in the post home. The presentation was made by*I VFW State Department Comdr. J~hn T. Konona~ of Concord and his staff, comprised of Robert Tighe of Concord, state department inspector, and Joseph L. Louther, Jr., of Portsmouth, state department junior vice commander. --• 100 Veterans. fI1e Here for Dividends On GI Insur.a ce I Department Commander Kononan presented an official state More than 100 veterans of World department "Aid de Camp" badge War II filed their applications for to Ralph A. Martell, commander of GI insurance dividends at the the local post. Portsmouth office of the Veterans . . administration this morning. '.1-'hree appllc?tions for member- \ E. Raymond Childs, local conship were receiv~d and ac~epted: tact officer, said that business was The. membershi~ c?mmittee is steady but orderly, with from three co~prised of Be~amm Thurlow, to six veterans in his office at a chairman, and Michael Levy and time. Arthur Gagnon. A big rush was expected throughRefresh~ent~ were ser~ed ~n- out the country when it was an• der the direction of ~umor Vice nounced the applications would be Comdr. Raymond Pierce, Mr. made available this morning, but Thurlow and Eugene LeBlanc. Childs said o nl Y one man was 1 camped on his doorstep when he opened his office at 8 o'clock. .,Welfare Conference Elects Miss Badger Miss Frances W. Badger of 628 Broad Street was elected secretary of the ew Hampshire Conference on Social Welfare yesterday at the group's 50th annuul convention at the State House in· Concord. Socialized medicine came under attack at the closing conference session when Dr. Herman Sander, Mancheste1· physician who recently toured Europe, claimed that in England, Germany, Sweden and Norway more evils than good resulted from government health ,..__ ,.....;;;.. programs. ~. '6 ___ ~ • • • 50 children ranging from infants I FOR THREE IONTHS Gould has to teen-agers are being aided by been worltlng with Engelhardt on the welfare department. plans to strengthen the Portsmouth " If people could only see how \1 YMCA by setting up a close relasome of the poor children are tionship with the sta.te YMCA and dressed , I'm sure they would its southeast· disbrict. search their closets and attics for The new Y!icA official plans to clothing. It's pitiful how some of THE APPLICATION blanks are thE children are dressed now that make his home in Portsmouth. He and his wife have two chilavailable at postoffices, eterans winter is almost here,'' she added. dren, a daug,h\;er, Jane, and a wn, •• * W. Belmont, Jr. MRS. RIESE said there ls a majo1· need for ski suits, rubbers and overshoes. She said no definite matlon, Childs said his office will sizes are needed because, "we can help any veteran fill out the forms. find plenty of children who can The veteran's serial number, hi~ wear them. insurance policy number and hit 1 She explained that donations can veteran's administration clairr be brought to the city hall office number are required. or contributors can telephone her The regional office of the VA in and arrangements will be made Manchester said some 52,000 vet- to pick up the clothing at homes. erans in the state would be eligi"We don't like to beg for clothble for the dividends that will run ing but the situation is growing up to an estimated $200. umrc:.o ru,rh dav_._'' ![rs. 'ese con- ••• ::f~~~;;,·;:~~;;~~; ; ;~:I �Red Feather Services Ports111outh YMCA Looks to the Future (EDITOR'S NOTE: This ls the fifth of a series of articles dealIng with the work of the seven Red Feather services supported by the Community Chest, which will conduct Its annual appeal for funds from Oct. 5 through Oct. 15. Today's article concerns the YMCA) Magician Gould didn't hesitate to mention two projects of such extensive proportions that t h e y would cloud the crystal ball of a less aggressive wizard. A magician, minus high silk hat ap.d mustache, arrived in Portsmouth about a month ago. He put his hand into a bag filled with hocus-pocus props, pulled out a crystal ball, gazed into its sparkling depths, pondered a bit and then casually announced an amazing revelation. The magician was H. Belmont Gould, a wizard who knows all the tricks for the greater physical, social, educational and spiritual development of young men. * * * * * * HIS REVELATION was the future program for the Portsmouth Young Men's Christian Association. And if the crystal ball was working well that August day, Portsmouth bad better gear itself for a program as loaded with explosive as a torpedo warhead. "Clubs-that's what we must start with," said magician Gould, "clubs that will be founded on the basis of give and take. W"e'll have a Grade-Y club, a Junior Hi-Y club, Hi-Y club and KEEP YOUR EYE ON THE BALL, FELLAS-H. Belmont Gould, a Y's Men's club and . .." But here he was interrupted by left, general secretary of the Portsmouth YMCA, checks aim of pool a patron in the audience whose playing Leonard Daigle of 548 Broad street at the local "Y." (Portsmouth mental process was a bit slower Herald photo) than the speed of the crystal ball. "SPECIAL EVENTS" is the "Almost anything a boy can do * * * term he used for a series of month"STOP THE MUSING," he said, well, he enjoys doing." ly parties which are already un"and tell us about all those "Y's" He set forth the example of a derway. Joe Lorraine, a profesyou're tossing around ." non-swimmer. After teen-age is sional magician and impersonator, To make a long tale short, Gould, reached, he maintained, self-conwill en_tertain the boys at an Octowho ls general secretary of the sciousness keeps many boys and ber Halloween party, and a NovemPortsmouth YMCA, explainl!d the girls from even attempting to learn ber turkey hunt promises a good obvious: That a "Y" group will be how to swim for fear of being ridimany laughs for the lads as well established for each of the three culed. as two ehoice birds for a couple school divisions and al10 fnr you q: However, the "Y" will give all of Thanksgiving tables. comers the fundamentals of pleaThe "hunt" is an original idea businessmen. sure-giving activities whether they of Gould. If it goes off as in the The latter club will be primarily be athletic or social, and the boys, past years he's tried it-well, hold for men in the 25-35 age group as they work together, will be spuron to your hats, boys! red onto the rapid development by who will find an opportunity for To begin with, a hunting license fellowship and at the same time their natural competitive spirit. is issued to each competitor before * * * will be in a position to help the the action starts. Two live and very AS FOR THE OLDER men, a school age lads. active 26-pound turkeys are ofgolden opportunity is pounding at The "give and take" aspect their doors. The group program is fered as prizes and a large paper turkey is attached to a wall. stands out from the beslnninl u begging for adult leadership, on The youngsters hen toss darts that same give and take basis. throughout the day at the paper clearly as the well-polished crystal In the process of supervising acball. tivities and keeping a gathering of target, receiving a point score for lively youngsters interested, the accuracy in hitting various parts Instead of a boy dropping by leader will become a more capable of the bird's anatomy. occasionally only to play a bit of person in his business life. Gould * FINAL POINT computation debasketball, he will be given an contends. Moreover, he wl11 rate termines the winners in two groups opportunity to help plan and put a higher standing in the community over a group program. H soon as he becomes better known and then a climax, usually hilarious, is reached as the victors batwill know the meaning of respon- through his YMCA connections. sibility and will gain 1elf-confi"If I can find the leaders, I tle to carry their respective turkeys from the hall, especially if the windence, self-satisfaction and quail- ~ know the younger follows will flock ners are little fellows. to the various programs," the genties of leadership. "One year," Gould recalled, "we eral secretary claimed. * * * posed a small boy with a 25-pound SELF-CONF~DENCE, Gould be_And reaching into his bag of ttµ'key in a Boston swimming pool lieves, is a mighty important factor tricks, he pulled out a few tangi- for the benefit of newspaper photoin the successful search for fun and bles that should appeal to the graphers. enjoyment. And from the way he youth of Portsmouth. "The turkey spread its wings and, speaks, his crystal ball must have with the boy frantically clutching • * * given him a deep insight into huto its legs, traveled the entire man nature. length of the pool." "The fellow who doesn't come to There will be a Christmas party, a dance," he explained, "is the fela Valentine dance and similar low who doesn't know how to special events for every month of danrP the ~ear. · * * 1 "Tms CITY could certainly use an indoor swimming pool," he said, adding that he has placed it on his agenda of things to be sought in the future. In the same optimistic manner, he peered at days to come and voiced the idea of a day camp in the Portsmouth area. He explained that a good many boys are unable to get away to a summer camp for extended periods -"but from nine in the morning to four in the afternoon we could put over a program at a local day camp that would do great things for the kids." Sometime in April, city officials permitting, local high school students will take over the city council for a day. The "Y" memL-ers will elect their own mayor, councITmen and other city officials, who will assemble at city hall to consider, debate and pass bills and otherwise conduct the chores of city government. * * * SUCH POLITICAL ACTIVITY comes under a statewide program which last April saw "Y" clubbers push state officials aside for a day in Concord. Duly elected representatives, senators and a governor took over the Legislature for a trial run under the supervision of the older political delegates. Fireworks are promised when discussion courses get underway. The boys will consider such pertinent subjects as alcohol and parent-youth relations in a manner which Gould describes as "frank 1 and fair." "Boys like to stand on their 1 feet and talk," he claimed. "Once they realize they can speak in public, it's a .problem to slow them down." * * * WITH THE ENTHUSIASJ\'.I of its new leader and the physical facilities now available, the future of the Portsmouth YMCA should be as rosy as the crystal ball predicted. The local "Y" boasts a gymnasium, a games room, a dormitory, a shower room, a weight room, a library, an auditorium, a spacious lobby, club rooms, and a kitchen. But even a skilled magician can't pull a successful program out of the hat without outside help. Nevertheless, Gould sounded a note of optimism as he wrapped up his crystal ball. "The Portsmouth YMCA calls for the services of three full-time workers," he said, adding, "but to prove it we must get a big enough program started." · "You know," he concluded, "I think we'll have those three before long." �Z3 Portsmouth Welcomes .\~YMCA Secretary month and from other organizations. "We will do our part for the youth ot Portsmouth, side by side with other groups," he said. "I will need a lot of help and I will ask you for it." The general secretary explained 1 that the "Y" is striving "to make a champion out of every boy; to find something outstanding in each boy which can be developed to give hin1 greatet· self-confidence." H. Belmont Gould, recently appointed general secretary of the YMCA, and Mrs. Gould were formally welcomed to Portsmouth last night. Nearly 150 persons, headed by Bishop John T. Dallas, D. D., retired bishop of the Episcopal diocese of New Hampshire, attended a reception in the auditorium of the local I uyu, The group, comprised of the city's civic, church, organization, educational, professional and business leaders and state YMCA officials, was advised by Blshllp Dallas. principal speaker, to support the "Y's" activities "out of gratitude for the help that we received as youngsters." • • * • • "THERE WERE THOSE, if you recall, who helped us over the rough spots to manhood and womanhood," the bishop said, advising local leaders to give all the support they can "to those who are representing us among youth.'' Bishop Dallas, a member ot the state executive committee of the YMCA, was introduced by Ralph T. Wood, vice president of the Portsmouth association and chairman of the reception committee. Woo<, desct·ibed Gould as a Yl\lCA executive who knows the program from "the ground up." "The board of directors is 100% GLAD YOU'RE IlERE-H. Belmont Gould, Yl\1CA general secretary, left, and Mrs. Gould, are welcomed to Portsmouth at reception last night at "Y" by Stowe Wilder, president, right, and Bishop John T. Dallas, retired. behind him," ht said. "We are fortunate to have the services 6f such a capable and well qualified leader." Mrs. <,ould war presented a bouquet of red ro es by Chairman Wood in behalf of the directors. among youngsterr in Massachusetts and New HampshirP was outlined by Stowe Wilder, president of the Portsmouth "Y" , before introducing the uew general secretary. Gould told the gathering that already he is conscious of cooperGOULD'S SUCCESSFUL work ation from the people of Ports- • * • YMCA Sponsors lf\~!'age~ent Meeting The YMCA's Industrial Management club will explain its pro· gram to executives, supervisors and foremen of Rockingham and Strafford county industries at n meeting Friday at 6:30 pm at the Hotel Rockingham. A reception in honor of H. BelSponsoring the meeting are the mont Gould, the new general secSoutheast district of the New Hampshire State YMCA, the Ports- retary of the Young Men's Chrismouth "Y" and the extension set·- tian association, and Mrs. Gould, will be held by the board of direclors at the "Y" Monday night vice of th<! University of New st 8 o'clock. Hampshire. Bishop John T. Dallas, retired, a 'I' he Industrial Management member of the state executive com1 clubs throughout the slate are active in promoting better under- mittee of the "Y" will be the prinstanding between top executives cipal speaker. He will be introand the supervisory forces in the duced by Ralph T. Wood, vice president of the "Y" who is chairstate industries. Dr. Edward R. Li,vernash, direc- man of the reception committee. Stowe Wilder, president of the tor of economic and labor research will present of the J. F. McElwain company of Portsmouth "Y" Nashua will present the main Gould. The program will also inspeech on "The Economic Implica- clude a word of welcome from W. Willard Hall, state secretary. Miss tions of Pension Plans." Gail Schiot and Miss Janet Cur* * * OTHER SPEAKERS will be ran, members of the YMCA ophomore Trl-Hi-Y club will play Raymond Ledoux of the JohnsManville corporation of ashua, a piano duet. Samuel Stocks, superintendent of John Howe will furnish mu ic the Chicopee Manufacturing corp- for the program and refreshments oration of Manchester, and W. will be served . Willard Hall, state secretary . of Members of the reception comthe YMCA's of New Hampshire. mittee include Frank J. Massey, The Meistersingers will pre- Frank E. Paterson, Charles H. sent a musical program. Prof. Walker, Mr. Wilder and Franklin James Williamson of the exten- J. Engelhardt,. southeastern dission service will be in charge of trict secretary of the YMCA. the evening's program. Reservations may be made through H. Belmont Gould, secretary of the Portsmouth "Y" or Franklin J. Engelhardt, Southeast district secretary of the "Y", at Postoffice box 182, Dover. Reception Slat~'6 For 'Y' Secretary j Portsmouth Boys To Attend YMCA Weekend Parley~~ I A delegation of Portsmouth high school boys, accompanied by H . Belmont Gould, YMCA general secretary, will attend a three-day State YMCA Older Boys' conference in Manchester, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Principai speaker at a banquet Saturday night will be Walter Prager, Dartmouth college ski coach and coach of the 1948 American Olympic team. Dr. Anna Philbrook, state hospital psychiatrist and child clinic official, will lead two discussion groups on the subject, "Looking Forward to the Future Home ." Two hundred boys, 15 years of age or over, are expected to attend. Portsmouth boys have until tomorrow to register for the conference with General Secretary Gould at the local YMCA. ~------' • ENTERTAINMENT was provided by Misses Janet Curran and Gail Schiot, members of the YMCA sophomore Tri-Hi-Y club, who presented a piano duet. Music also was furnished b:1- John Howe. The program concluded with a message of greeting from the state executive committee by W. Willard Hall, state secretary. Hall emphasized the need for an active YMCA in Portsmooth and pointerl t<. the· fact that the local org,mization is the third oldest in the nation and the oldest in New Hampshire. Refreshments were served by Tri-Hi-Y club members. Members of the reception committee included Franklin J. Engelhardt, southeastern district secretary of the state YMCA, Frank J. Massey, F1ank E. Paterson, Charles H ur-",er, Wilder and Wood, YWCA Continues R!~~}m,s~~~~~~,m:t! of the Portsmouth Young W~me_n s Christian association is contmu~ng its campaign to aid women an~ girls seeking housing accommodations. The committee is composed . of Miss Maude Trefethen, Mrs. Irvmg Rintz, Mrs. H aywood Burton and Miss Rosanna O'Donoghue. YWCA officials emphasized that the service is not limited to members of the or ganization. Any wo~an or girl searchin g for rooms will be assisted. The committee has distributed enrollment forms to local residents who r e nt rooms and apartments to wome n a nd girls. The association maintains a list of those resident members and landladies who rent rooms and makes arrangements with them to place applicants. The committee also has ent out suggested standards for ~ood practice and policies in renting room_s. 1 Improvements instituted this year by the committee include ~he distribution of postcards to gi'.ls renting rooms so they can notify the as ociation of their reside~ce. Later the YWCA informs the girls of the organization's activities. I �Red Feather Services • The YWCA- Lessons 1n Tolerance With (EDITOR' S NOTE: This ls the first of a series of nrtl cles dealIng with the work of the seven Red Fea ther services supported by the Community Chest, which will conduct Its annual a11{'eal for funds from Oct. 5 through Oct. 15. Today's a r t I c I e concerns the S· 'L <.p PORTSMOUTH.N.H. Enjoyment YWCA,) Take warning, men! Many Portsmouth girls have been working long and hard to penetrate your strongest defenses against th at challenging activity of the ladies-feminine intrigue. And the young ladies have come up with solu tions for success that 1 can 't be denied . Ma ybe you're called " boss" or possibly you're a high school gridiron hero. It doesn 't matter which. The ladies have charted a course that will win a raise or evoke an invitation to the senior prom. * * * AMMUNITIO for a har d-hittin g offensive aga inst t he boss has been provided by the YWCA under the innocent-sounding title of "English Class." But don't be ...fooled, men. Your secretary learned more than how to put a period at the end of a sente nce. Impr oved diction, personality in speaking, self-expression self-confidence and similar ben~fits have made the :miss who answers YOJ:!!: The latter, making the program more enjoyable but also more comEVE~YBODY'S WELCOME HERE-says Mrs. Robert H. Dunn, plete, organize moonlight sails, YWCA drrector, as she points to Daniels street headquarters on map. fashion shows, food sales, supper (Portsmouth Herald photo) parties, beach parties, and, aimThe YWCA, however, regards . . I ing towards that ultimate goal, Said Pospisil, "The situation of brotherhood and interfaith meetcharm clinics, English classes and our people who escaped from the I ings similar activities as only a means C_on:imunistic CSR is more th an t The University of New Hamptoward a lofty ideal. The "Y" Is an ?1fflcult. They get very few cloth- shire adds a public speaking organization that has reduced felmg. Those who come to the Ger. lowship and citizenship, democracy man camp don't get anything at all. co~rse, a marriage and family retelephone a greater asset in your l lahons study and a class for medbusiness. and tolerance to terms of enjoy- , "In the camps," he adds, "they I ical secretaries. able activity. And th at justifies a slight raise have very few food and as they I * * * In short, the group Is trying to doesn't it? ' can find a work here very very I A BOWLING LEAGUE and make a better world for all of us _ You, Junior, can put down the difficulty they have often really square dancing are on the list, and is atta ining its objective by hunger." and to complete the program pi~skin for a moment and weigh f means of fu,n and friendship. * * * leathet·craft, f e 1 t c r a ft, bridge, this query. * * * THE REFUGEE secretary con- basketball, ping pong, volley ball, FROM BASKETBALL tournaeludes, "We thank you for this badminton, archery and par1ia* IF THE BLONDE who knows the ments to interfaith meetings; from reason very much for your gift. It mentary procedure are included. , square dances to a rooms registry helped us very much. We want to Number one in popularity, by the answers in your math class is up service, it weaves a pattern of pray to God for you a nd your way, is basketball, with square Christian ideals and brotherhood . on the "do's" and "don'ts" for The YWCA has a warm heart country." dancing a very close second. Bowlt~ens, and has ,a high IQ in the , whose beat Is heard in 69 countries And while the "Y's" charity is ing and pin~-pong also are tops field of hair-dos, make-up, voice 1 of the world. helping friends across the sea its with the athletically inclined girls. and diction, she rates consideration I Dr. Leopold Pospisil will testify spirit of democracy Is righting a Mrs. Dunn first took office in for that corurng social, doesn't she? to its generosity. few wrongs in our own country. f 1946. Again, the local YWCA has given The doctor is executive secreAt 29 Daniels street, up the stairs After serving as associate dimany a junior miss a gentle push tary of the Czechoslovak Alliance and on the right, for example. a rector in 1947. she again assumed in the direction of a richer and of Political Refugees in Germany. noontime visitor might see white command in 1948 and 1949. fuller life via a charm clinic for From Germany he rerently penand Negro, Christian and Jew, ProShe is the wife of the Rev. RobY-teens. ned a note which, in its halting testant and Catholic, the educated ert H. Dunn. pastor of St. John's And that, boys, deserves a vote I English, expressed the sincere and non-educated the well-to-do Episcopal church. and talented of appreciation from males who thanks of suffering refugees to and less fortunate, gathered to eat actor of "Lost Boundaries". the have a high regard for charming members of t h e Portsmouth and relax; to share their problems Louis deRochemont movie filmed and capable ladies. YWCA. and their hopes. in the Portsmouth area. Here you see no boundaries. "Why are you interested in the The charm clinic, incidentally enjoyed the services of a profes~ THE PORTSI\IOUTH GROUP. The 12 o'clock lunch club is open YWCA," she was asked. sional beauty expert who advised the records show, invited volunto all the ladles who work for a * * * the girls in the methods of cutting, teers skilled in the art of salvage living-members or not-to proHER READY, personal response curling, twisting, turning, setting sewing to make a sacrifice. lnvide friendship and rest in its com- provided a lucid peek into the and otherwise directing their stead of following the lives and fortable atmosphere. essence of the Young Women's lengthy tresses into attractive posiloves of soap opera heroines, and * * * Christian Association. tion. thrilling to the romances of movie WITH ITS NUMEROUS and "Because," she replied. "it pr 9• * • heros, the ladies concentrated on varied activities the YWCA re- vides understanding and creates quires a steady hand to organize smooth i-acial relations. ALSO, the electric wonders of clipping cloth, sewing seams and and supervise, to plan and direct. "It is concerned with the young a wire recorder-the gadget that packing packages for the overThe guiding force in Portsmouth woman's whole personality_ her records sounds on a thin strand of seas unfortunates. is Mrs. Robert H. Dunn, well qual- physical well-being as well as her wire--was employed to enable the Odds and ends of tattered and ifled as one of the busiest women talents. young ladies to hear their own torn clothing passed through their Sp(,ken words. Thus they were able "Above all, It teaches girls of nimble fingers and were trans- in the city. to spot- their weak points and note If you don't agree, put ·your every culture, creed or race how formed into warm and wearable their improvement in diction. glasses on ahd scan the list of "Y" to get along together, not by atgarments. activities: A general program in- tempting to change their beliefs, eludes stencilling, rug hoo~ng, but rather by creating understandEngllsh, dramatic workshop, the ing." Y-teen club and Live Y-ers. And as the individual girl benefits, so, too, the community benefits. * * j I I I * * * I I t �Portsmouth YWCA Ma~s Fall Program A Wednesday program of activi-f ties at the Community center will be conducted again this fall by the I Portsmouth Young Women's Chris- . tion association. Known as "Girls' and Women's day," the program will be run with the cooperation of Recreation Director Francis T. Malloy. The YWCA board ;f directors also voted at a meeting Monday to 1 accept membership policies of the Community Chest as submitted by the Community Chest budget committee. Reminder cards will be mailed to each YWCA member urging support of the Community Chest drive in both time and money. * * * NEWLY APPOINTED director of the women's basketball league, Miss Dorothy Page, announced that the league will begin its season Oct. 19 at the Community center. According to the committee for a teen-age program, local Y-teens will participate in the national Y-teen Roll Call week, Oct. 12 to 17. Among the activities of the week will be a collection of chocolate bars for foreign Y-teens as Christmas gifts. * * * THE MEMBERSHIP committee headed by Mrs. Milton Leavitt, se: S• - WORLD FELLOWSHIP IN PORTSMOUTH-A lesson in fellowship and understanding among the different races of the world was offered at the YWCA international fiesta last night at the Portsmouth Community Center. Left to right are Mrs. Yam C. Tom and Miss Wing-Yin Tung, both of Portsmouth, representing their native China; Miss Enid D. Hill of Canada, Peter Otto Schmidt of Germany. The latter two are students at the University of New Hampshire. Proceeds from the event will go to the YWCA world fellowship fund which supports the YW's activities abroad. (Portamouth Herald t iphoto) -------,--------- ! lected Oct. 27 for a fall membership meeting at the Women's City club. A September enrollment drive is underway. Miss Anna Kushious, representIng the world fellowship committee, reported willingness on the part of her group to cooperate with J the young adult committee if the I latter decides to help displaced Three hundred persons-many dressed In costumes of their native persons find locations in the comlands-attended the YWCA international fiesta last night at the Portsmunity. mouth Community Center. After an intermission square Plans are being made by Miss Mis~ Ann~ Kushious, worl~ fel- dancing was led by Dr.' Howard \ Kushious' committee to participate lows?1p chairman, gave the mtro- Schultz of the University of New in an international festival during duction. Hampshire. Music was furnished World Fellowship week, Nov. 13 to A skit, "To Sing With the Stars," by Wesley Downing. 19. under the direction of Winslow H. * Bettinson, was presented by the EXHIBITS and their chairmen Miss Evangeline Wilcox, national Mendelssohn choir and the reading Included Mrs. Yam C. Tom, China; staff executive, commended the choir. Miss Margaret Augustinus, Denlocal group for its "progress" du.rAmong tho e participating were mark; Miss Elizabeth Asprey, Enging the past few years. Mrs. Charles E. Batchelder, Mrs. land; Mrs. David Straus, France; John . I<'c ster, Irs. Louis de- Mrs. Franz F. Hoff, Germany; Mrs. Rochemont, Mrs. Bernard Heath, ,James Kyrios, Greece; Mrs. Joseph Mlss Anne Badger, Miss Anne Leavitt, Israel; Mrs. Joseph ManCrompton, Miss Iris Butler, the gano, Italy. Rev. Robert H. Dunn, John L. Mrs. Yanina Rinckhoff, Poland; Scott, Maurice E. Witmer, Rabbi Miss Helen Souter, United States; Joseph Schimelman, Harry Jones Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, displaced and Bruce Baird. persons; Miss Mary Alice Grice, * * * YWCA salvage sewing workshop; SIX FOREIGN students from Mrs. William Farrington, YWCA the University of New Hampshire, world fellowship; Miss Edith introduced by Miss Georgia Vour- Brewster, YWCA membership, and vas, were Nelson Fai Chu and Iris Mrs. Dean Kalbfleisch, Christmas Slng-hua Yang of China, Werner creche. Guenther and Peter Otto Schmidt The League of Women Voters of Germany, Enid Downham Hill of was in charge of a United Nations Oanada, and Tadishi Ilida of Japan. display. Miss Katina Vourvas, Miss Stella Committee - chairmen for the Marousis, Miss Star Grimbilas, event were Mrs. Liapis, dances; Miss Georgia Vourvas and Mrs. Mrs. Frank Massey and Mrs. MilJames Liapis demonstrated Greek ton Leavitt, decorations; Miss dances; Milton Gersh, Irwin Taube, Georgia Vourvas, foreign students; Marilyn Sherman, Diane Fleisch- Mrs. Hoff, exhibits; Mrs. Gladys man and Jacquelyn Black, Palestin- Warren, hostesses; Miss Louise ian dances, and Miss Betty Leary, Wood and Miss Belle Schwartz, Spanish dance. posters; Miss Ellen McCue and Mrs. Pauline Morse, tickets. Native Costumes Col&? International Fiesta at 'Y' I * * Regional Adviser s-te Here This Week To Assist YWCA Miss Evangeline F. Wilcox eastern region adviser on admin: istration for the national Young W o m e n ' s Christian Association board, will work with local YWCA officials Friday, Saturday and next Monday. As an administrative affairs secretary, Miss Wilcox is responsible for advisory service to local associations. She handles finance budget, programs, personnel and membership matters. During her visit to Portsmouth Miss Wilcox will help local YWCA officials establish a committee for a young adult program; work with a world fellowship committee, and attempt to develop a wider and more interested membership. She has been affiliated with the YWCA since 1937. Mrs. Harry Jones, Mrs. Arthur Weeks, Sr., Mrs. Frederick Beals, \ Mrs. Emerson Reed and Mrs. Benjamin Brown were in charge of refreshments. Miss Kushious was general chairman. �Women's City Club to Mark Founding The Women's City club will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its founding and federation at a supper Jan. 5 in the clubhouse on Middle street. Mrs. Walter G. Willand will be program chairman. "Pages from the Past," a skit, will be 11111Tated by Miss Charlotte Wright. A program of foreign folk songs A goal of $30,027 for t-h e 1949 campaign of the Portsmouth Community was presented by the Mendelssohn Chest was ann_ounced today by Mrs. Gertrude M. Pickett, executive secrechoir at a meeting last week. The tary and campaign manager. musicale was directed by Clarence This year's figure is the highest 1nlf Schirmer and Miss Gladys Smith was pianist. the Ohest's eight years of operation. Plans were completed for a Dec. Last year's goal was $28,500 and $22,8 Christmas sale under the chafr141 was raised. manship of Mrs. Ralph Eaton. Mrs. Walter A. Marrs was chairPrincipal factor in the increase is man of the hostesses. She was as- the inclusion of a naitional uso sisted by lVIrs. George R. Chick, campaign in the local drive, Mrs. Mrs. Edna Day, Mrs. Harold Carter, Mrs. 0. a. Peterson, Mrs. Lawrence Pickett explained. Chest officials wlJJ Walsh and Mrs. Charles Lovett. attempt to raise $1,295 for the USO. M1:s. E. H. Riley was in charge • • • of the kitchen committee which THE QUOTAS of the seven "Red included Mrs. E. S. Carroll, Mrs. - Fea,ther" agencies served by the Arthur Weeks and Mrs. William Community Chest are: Family Randall. $" WelfQ.l"e association, $5,819; Salvation Army, $5,497; District Nursing association, $3,500; Boy Scouts, $1,797; Girl Scouts, $1,398; YMCA, $5,500; and YWCA $3,'720. 3) Community Ches~:.i Goal is $30,027 13. Community Chest Kickoff Meeting t\\ Slated Tomorrow Band music, a one-act comedy and a display of posters will be featured in the admission-free C_ommunity 9hest fund camp~i~n kickoff ~e~tmg . tomorrow mg~t in . the Jumor high school auditonum. The public is invited to hea.r a concert which will be presented by the High school band under the direction of David Kushious from 7:30 to 8:10 pm. An additional $1,500 wll! be sought for administration of the Communi- ty Chest. RALPH C. MARGESON • • • $, (S' ~S. ~ICKETT said the "kickoff meetmg of the campaign will Professional Unit Of Chest Begins Drive on Sept. 28 be held Oct. 5 at the Junior high rschool audi1iorium. ' The program will include a bumorous skit, a musical presentat!on, a panel discussion on "The Red li1eath er Services," and awards in a planned poster contest. Details of the contest wlJJ ·be announced later, Mrs. Pickett said. pm art posters submitted by fourth to twelfth grade public and parochial school pupils in the campaign poster contest. Eight m6lllbers of the Chain Businesses division of the Portsmouth C?mmunity Chest campaign were assigned to contact 52 chain establishments in the Portsmouth area by Division Chairman Emerson s.. Spinney at a meeting Tuesday mght at campaign headquarters. Spinney, Who is superintendent of the Kittery Electric Light company, urged committeemen to con~ct_ ma~agers of the chain organJZa~ions ~ advance of the campaign whic~ will start with a "kickoff" meetmg on Oct. 5. I * * THE NAMES of two winners in each grade will be announced during the meeting. One award will be given on the basis of artistic ability and the other for originality. Herbert R. Hagstrom, contest chairman, will introduce the winners. Chest Leaders 5,,~ Named to Contact Chain Businesses Ralph C. Margeson, chairman of 1 * * * tbe Professional division of the SOLICITATION of employes to Portsmouth Community Chest cam- ltake place by this division on Oct. paign for 1949, announced at a ~• 7 and 8, will be arranged durmeeting of his committee last night mg the advance calls. that a canvass of 88 professional Chain Businesses division mempeople in the area will get underbers include Charles A. Gerry, way on Sept. 28. Samuel B. Knowles, George J. According to Margeson, the ProGoodreau, Walter A. Marrs, Timfe~sional committee is starting its othy Hennessey, Donald Curtis dnve a week in advance of the W~rner Hufnagel and Clifford B'. Skmner. regular campaign because of difficulty encountered in previous . Ch_airman Spinney has been acyears in contacting professional tive m the Community Chest propersons. grllll: for several years and at prese?t is a member of the board of "Doctoi·s, lawyers, accountants directors of the local unit. and others in this category," Margeso~ explained, " -are frequently ~he ~I-year-old graduate of the ~orkmg away from home, requirUmve:s1ty of New Hampshire began his _employment with the New mg repeated efforts to contact them." Hampsh1re Gas and Electric Co in will be open at 7 Ito Doors enable the public to view * I EMERSON SPINNEY E-s ..., •• o '1 QJ QJ I i.. * * * •~!-tig O § tl <ll ~:.S ~ Local talent will present the hu- . ~ ~ i.. :;:: t i:i ·,;i ..., ~ 'g morous play entitled "Be a Good ~ i; ~ ,;2; ;a ~ ~ o • <fl Neighbor-It Pays Off." Actresses · Ill QJ •• S? • ~ N ~ ~ S will include 1s, W. Cole-man . < E :.S ~ ~ ~ ';;J ..:i tl g ~ i:i . ' . M Wlh ll,,..., O HC/J QJC:, .. Pearson, Miss atnc1a . as , 8 ..., .... <fl tic ~ .!:i :>< ,a Miss Marion W. Atwell and Mrs. ~ ~ ~ :S '0 'i:l QJ 41 Guy E. Corey. r,;:i • ~ El . g S ~ :S ::l e: t _; = 't -~ t 0 t° ·::: . -~ c3 ss =i1'.u~-QJZ...,Sfil:;: ......... e; 1927. !RE-CAMPAIGN LETTERS are 41 rn ::,QJO The Rev. John N. Feater, D. D., E-s"='QJOJ:i 0 "" tJ rn ~ tl t:·t: gj al Ill ;;,., will serve as narrator. CllQJ"'~,::QJo.;x . ... .0"' <!l.,....,.011..,. QJ~!l A panel discussion, led by D Wliliam M. Farrington, will answ many questions pertaining to Community Chest fund drive B. Willey, Girl Scout council asRed Feather agencies. sistant. * * * Also taking part in the panel discussion will be Arol J. Charbonneau, field Scout executive of the Daniel Webster Boy Scout council, and Thomas F. Hennessey, repre- · * * * bemg sent to professional people B_EFORE ASSUMING his present w~o will be canvassed during the ?uhes as superinten_d ent in Kittery drive. m November of last year he wa Members of the Professional a_commercial cooking specialist as~ committee are Charles E. Batchel- signed to the Portsmouth off,. s · , ice. der, Robert J. Winton Lucien P";Jney s committee and other Geoffrion, William F. H~rrington, comm_ittee_s being formed ·under Jr., _Dr. Thomas MacFarlane, Dr. t~e d1rechon of Mrs. Gertrude M WilJiam M. Farrington, Jeremy R. P1cke~, executive secretary and aldron, Jr., and Wyman P. Boyn- ca?1pa1gn manager, Will attempt to ton. ra~se $30,027 during the 1949 . camChairman Margeson is a partner pa1gn. n Margeson's furniture business. l veteran of marine combat service luring World War II, he is a mem1er of the board of directors of the 'ortsmouth Community Chest. I I �Chest Workers Map Campaign Plans '?•"],."> Campaign plans for the coming Community Chest fund drive were mapped last night by three volunteer groups who will solicit contributions from the workers of Portsmouth. Members and chairmen of the Employes Groups division, a Labor division and the Initial Gifts Employes division were urged by campaign officials to do their utmost to obtain donations from every worker in every Portsmouth area business concern. Non-residents employed Portsmouth have an interest in and responsibility for the community's welfare, the volunt~ers were told, and they should be included in the canvass. * * • ANDREW C. GRAVES, manager of the U. S. Employment service FREDERICK R. TRIMBLE in Portsmouth, was named to head MRS. JOHN C. SULLIVAN ANDREW C. GRAVES the Employes Groups division. Francis J . Costello are Joseph M. His committee will contact fedSeveral sub-chairmen and comeral, state, municipal and social mittee, is chairman of a group mittee members will assist Mrs. Verna, Mrs. H. Manson Brown, service employes in an effort to which will request donations from Sullivan in raising a quota of $1,- Miss Mary E. Howe, Joseph D. members of Local 88, Gypsum, 275 from companies in the area. Maddock, Arnold G. W. Barron raise a quota of $1,227. and Mrs. Amedee ·w. Fournier. Graves announced the names Lime and Cement Workers. • * • His committee includes Fredof the followin g sub-chairmen: SUB-CHAffiMAN Mrs. Albert G. FERRIS BORICCHI and Elmer Augustine T. Waldron, federal em- erick Webb, Edward W. Manson, Hunt will serve without a commitployes; Arthur H. Woodworth, Frederick Finnigan, Frank I. Shut- tee. Members of John A. Taylor's T. Epke will assist Sub-chairman state employes; Miss Margaret M. tleworth and John R. Shepard. Joseph J . Fober. Trimble has sent letters to all committee are Miss Katherine McOn Miss Barbara V. Harvey's Ballard and Mrs. Howard Lee, Kenzie, Miss Arlene Dow, Russell committee are Miss Pauline Gray, municipal employes; Mrs. Dorothy labor union locals in Portsmouth Levinson, Mrs. Anna P. Bannon Miss Gloria Morse, L o u i s e B. Bovard, social service employes. requesting cooperation in the and James H. Whitney. Schwartz, Miss l\'Iary Kyrios and Mrs. Bovard will be assisted by campaign. A sub-committee headed by John Mrs. John C. Sullivan, assistant Mrs Ruth Bouffard. committee members Mrs. Clara W. R. Wiggin includes Arthur GorMiss Susan M. Hoyt will be aidAdams, Miss Regina Davidson, manager of the Pittsburgh ConsoMrs. Letitia Downing, Miss Doro- lidation Coal company, was ap- man, Charles T. McKenna, John S. ed by Mrs. Rebecca Simpson, Miss Margaret P. Manson, Harry F . thy Page and John C. VanMetre. pointed chairman of the Initial Remick and Lynn J. Sanderson. Serving u n de r Sub-chairman Caverhill, Miss Orintha M. Chick, Gifts Employes division. FREDERICK R. TRIMBLE, a G orge J. Cusack, Miss Agnes Broderick, William P . Harris, Mifireman at the National Gypsum chael F. Chandler, Mrs. Harold company, and a member of the Kluesener, Mrs. John E. Howell, Community Chest campaign comMiss Ruth V. Furbish, Miss Yvonne J. Lund and Lawrence Swallow. The committee of Mrs. Louise B. Hartley includes A. Farnsworth Wood, Mrs. Rita Zoffoll, Miss Greta Mea nwhile, Herber~~.,,,_,_.,_ _ Kellenbeck, Miss Gertrude Bridle, strom, poster contest Mrs. Eloise Frisbee and Mrs. Myrle nounced that mor S. Pettigrew. schoolchildren posters depicti SUB-CHAffil\1:AN Albert Wolfthe Commun· son lists among his committee ber agencie . members James B. Smith, Sherman "The yo P. Newton, John W. Howe, and clever j Harry L. Dowdell. The campaign In all employe it's go· Pup· "The discussion," she said today, ' divisions will be conducted Oct. 6, Portsmouth's 1949 Community "will give people an idea of how 7 and 8. Chest drive to raise funds for eight Report meetings will be held Oct. they and the community will benRed Feather agencies will be 10 and 14. efit from Red Feather services launched tonight to the strains of during the coming year." band music when the public will ••• • • • . • • • Full House Seen As Chest Drive oS 'Kicks Off' Tonight be entertained in the junior high school auditorium. A full house is expected to attend a concert which will be presented by the High school band under the direction of David Kushious at 7:30 pm. Four local actresses will present a humorous play immediately after the band concert. Mrs. W. Coleman Pearson, Miss Marion W. Atwell, Miss Patricia M. Walsh and Mrs. Guy E. Corey have parts in the comedy "Be a Good Neighbor - I t Pays Off." • • • CHARLES BLACK and Ric Welch will serve as stage ass· and the Rev. John N. Feast will be narrator. I • * • DR. WILLIAM M. FARRINGTON am artls~ origin- ill be on disor high school night and doors will pm to allow ample opor parents, friends and eneral public to view the art 'work. Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, Community Fund campaign manager, promises an interesting panel discussion. will direct the panel discussion, and participating \Vill be Mrs. Dorothy Bovard, executive secretary of the Family Welfare associat!on ; Mrs. E. Curtis Matthews, a director of the District Nursing association; Maj . Albert J. Warren director of the Portsmouth Salvation Army unit and Miss Emma L. Zanzinger, acting executive director of the YWCA. Also taking part will be H. Belmont Gould, general secretary of th_e YMCA; Miss Edna B. Willey, Grrl Scout council assistant; Arol J. Charbonneau, field Scout executive of the Daniel Webster Boy Scout council, and Thomas F. Henesse USO representative. I I I Chest Campaign ~ Gains by $1,000 Q• The Community Chest drive Inched forward another 1,000 today, but is still less than half of the way to the goal. The total reported this morning by Mrs. C. Waldo Pickell, campaign manager, was $13,789.63, about $1,000 more than tallied at the end of la;,t week The drive, scheduled to be over the top last week, ha been extended through this week. �Small Gathering ~ Cheers Opening 0 Of Ch1;st Drive $7,518 Reported In First Returns Of Chest Drive~ A small but enthusiastic gather- ing of about 100 cheered the kickoff rally of the 1949 Community Chest drive last night at the Junior high school auditorium. Today, a small army begins to canvass the rity to reach the goal of this ye; 's drive. Enterta' .i for more than a half hour by 1 • High school band under the o. ·ection of David Kushious, the t ampaign workers, Girl Scouts am gene.r at public saw the prize-win pg campaign posters created 1 local school children proudly . ented on the stage by the \\ 1 TWO , I *ERS* from * each class were chosen, one on artistic and one on original excellence. Herbert R. Hagstrom, poster contest chairman, presented the following winners and their posters: Grade 4, Ann Archie, art, and Julia Larkin, originality, both from the Haven school. From the Farragut school, Claude Stout, art, and Betty Lou Vancour, originality, both are Grade 5 winners. Also, from Grade 6, John Picott, art, and Marjorie Lamb, originality, St. Patrick's parochial school. Grade 7 winners were Ellen McFadden, art, and James Maloney, originality, both of St. Patrick',S school. Sarena Whiting, art, and Charles Lindman, originality, won the Grade 8 competition. Both are from St. Patrick's school. 0 • • • HOWARD A. CAMPBELL heads Team 2, assisted by Robert W. ROGER E. MOULTON * * * They were Beverly Bartlett, art, and Shirley Mahan, originality, Fred Wooster, art, and Joyce Connors, origin:ility, won in the high school contest. The winning posters will be disI played in local store windows today. Hagstrom announced that 468 pupils from the local schools volunteered lo participate in the _con• test. The gymnasium was filled with their colorful efforts. The judges were Mrs. Richman s. Margeson, Mrs. Franklin E. Jordan and Mrs. John C. Sullivan. I * * * taining three-act play, "Be a Good Neighbor-It Pays Off," showed how the skillful solicitor goes , about visiting his neighbors and informing them of the Community's Chest's activities. {< Communitl Chest I At Halfway~Mark Parts were played by Mrs. W. Coleman Pearson, Miss Marion W. Atwell, Miss Patricia M. Walsh and Mrs. Guy E. Corc,y. The Rev. John N. Feaster, DD, was narrator. The program ended with a panel discussion on benefits derived from the Red Feather services. ulton told his workers that rder to reach their quota of ,400 they must endeavor to get arger contributions than were received last year. Captain of Team 1 ls Miss Edith M. Shannon. She is assisted by Earle Fox, Raymond P. Ellis, Alphonso Cabrera and John L. Scott. GIFTS division initial gifts division, directed by Mrs. John C. Sullivan, showed a total of $62.50. This division will also make a more complete report today. The division ls attempting to raise $1;275. Prior to today's report meeting, the employes groups division, headed by Andrew C. Graves, reported initial donations of $79 toward a quota of $1,227. The homes division, with a $4,500 goal, had $32 to its credit. Workers in this division will make up-to-date returns to campaign headquarters tomorrow. Organizations have made first re~ turns of $195. Goal in this division is $1,100. The Community Chest drive is halfway to its goal today even as the campaign continues a week beyond its original deadline, but officials said the picture "is not as gloomy" as it appeared last week. Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, campaign manager, said total returns today amount to $15,177. The quota is $30,027. Mrs. Pickett explained the optimism of drive officials by pointing out that several Portsmouth firms with out-of-town main offices have not as yet mailed their I (Please turn to page three) gToday ams division. of these concerns will con- EMPLOYES IN FIRMS in the * * * lo erns was started today * * • announced donations of $6,180, nearly half of its $13,300 quota. A total of $433 has been raised by the professional division, with a goal of $1,500. With a quota of $3,400, the business teams division has returned $72 to fund headquarters. This division, headed by Roger E. Moulton, is expected to add to its total at today's report meeting. A second division scheduled to announce additional returns today is chain businesses, led by Emerson S. Spinney. Donations totaling $465 have thus far been submitted by this division. Its quota has been set at $1,500. eOfflS g" under the direction of Volunteer workers have raised 25 % of a $30,027 goal lo the 1949 Portsmouth Community Ch e s t fund campaign, according to first returns announced today by campaign officials. Incomplete returns from eight divisions show a contribution totoal of $7,518. However, Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, executive secretary and campaign manager, explained that four report meetings today will show additional donations in the drive, which has been underway since last Wednesday. THE INITIAL TWO JUNIOR HlGH school students won the Grade 9 contest. r AN INSTRUCTIVE and enter- Chest Busi Begin C Chest Workers Carry Campaign Into Every Home Every home in Ports~oJth will be canvassed next week by volunteer Community Chest campaign workers seeking donations for the support of eight Red Feather agencies during the coming year. A goal of $30,027, the highest in the Chest's eight years of operation, must be achieved if the services of membe::- agencies are not to be curtailed, Mrs. Gertrude M. Pickett, executive secretary and campaign manager, has announced.! Contributions will be appl~ed to the support of the District Nursing association, the Family Welfare association, the Salvation Army, the YMCA, YWCA, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, all serving the sick, needy or youth of Portsmouth The USO also will benefit from the 1949 fund drive. • • • TO INSURE efficient and com- plete coverage of the city, 42 sectors have been designated. Each will be solicited by one or more groups consisting of a captain and assistants. Gould. Team 3, captained by Samuel R. Blaisdell, has members W. Coleman Pearson and Lawrence R. Craig. George Morris Gray, captain of Team 4, Is assisted by George Sherman, \Villard r. Hersey and Herbert M. Sessions. Team 5 members are Herman N. Donegan, captain, Gordon C. Wentworth, John L. Phelps and Valentine C. Lear. Capt. Benjamin A. Tober of Team 6 Is aided by George C. Bahn, Melvin E. Brown, H. Belmont Gould, A. William Hamilton, Kenneth Hirsh berg and Miss Beulah Marsh. Assisting Jack W. Isenberg, captain of Team 7, are Phlllp F. Gray, Donald F. Casey, Robert L. Gallagher and Robert W. Dixon. Captain of Team 8, Rolfe G. Banister, Is being assis' ~d by Graham G. Alvord, L onard B. Barnes, Miss Katherine F. Barron, Miss Katherine E. Brady, Harold G. Crossman, Albert W. Dinlak, Katherine P. Flanagan, Miss Virginia A. Griffin, K~nneth _J. Lang, Mrs. Nona Philbrick, Victor_ C. Poniecko and Miss Estelle E. Wmkley. • • * l\lEMBERS OF TEAM 9 are Vin- cent Taccetta, captain, George A. Gelinas, Wallace S. Akerman and Ludger Rondeau. Frank J. Lane ls head of Team lO. Other members are Robert B. Caswell, Reed M. Patterson, Thom a s Adams, Roger Clement, George J. Scott and Louis Bradbard. Moulton is a partner , he firm of Moulton and Goodwin 37 Market street. His home is il " k. Mrs. John C. Sullivan, c ·man of Employes Division oi , · .itial Gifts Businesses, today addL ~he following to the list of workers in her division: Mrs. Marg~ret M. Clarke, chairman, assisted by Mrs. Thelma W. Maddock, Miss Miriam L. Schu_r· man, Miss Gladys Carter and William MacQuatters. Also Charles H. Paisley, chairman James Sylvester, John McDon~ugh, Nicholas Paras, Miss Florence E. Mercer, :Mrs. C. Palm, G. Morris Gray, Maurice MacLean and Solomon H. Bernat. �Chest Campaign Extended Week, Far from Goaln·n With less than half of Its goal reached, the Community Chest drive has been extended another week to give campaign workers time to get in the $17,448 deficit now threatening to make the drive the poorest in years. Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, campaign manager, announced today that only $12,578.88 of the $30,027 goal had been returned to headquarters. It is possible, Mrs. Pickett reported, that a considerable amount has been collected but not reported, and she urged all campaign workers to bring in their collections today so that a more accurate tally may be made. • ONE HUNDRED percent donations have been made by the employes of five more business firms, Mrs. Pickett said. They are Thorner's restaurant, Metropolitan Life Insurance company, Portsmouth Savings bank, Kimball Mill Remnants and Waldron and Boynton, attorneys. I Community Chest May Hit $20,000 But Still Far Short The Chest today drive which of the C>•14 Portsmohth Community fund total stood at $16.741 with indications that the will net a final $20,000, still would be $10,000 short $30,027 goal. Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, campaign chairman, said the problem is now one of late returns. There are 26 uncompleted contacts in the initial gifts division, she added. In the chain businesses section there are 18 uncompleted contacts. 75 in small businesses, 20 in professional groups and 10 sectors in the homes division have yet to report returns. Mrs. John C. Sullivan, chairman of the employes division in the Initial gifts section, leads other drive chairmen in attaining the highest percentage of quota. Mrs. Sullivan's mark is 71 %, Mrs. Pickett said. Mrs. Pickett added that she expects about.$4,000 to be added to the present $16,000 total as soon as the naval base reports results of its campaign and other groups have made their final returns. Among the workers giving much of their time to the drive are Law- d rence H. Hamilton, Scoutmaster of e Boy Scout Troop 154, and Charles 1 A. Gallagher. Examinations of progress made by each division shows that the employe groups, with a quota of The sharp edge of a $10,000 $1.227, are far behind with only shortage in Portsmouth's Commu$212 rung up so far. Most of the nity Chest campaign will soon remainin~ divisions are less than slash the 1950 budgets of eight Red one half of the way to the top. Feather agencies, Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, campaign manager, anA BREAI{DOW ' of the divisions nounced today. shows their quotas and the amounts Finanical requirements of thE gained to date. agencies were estimated at $30.Initial gifts, S13,300 with $7.915 027 prior to the October drive. brought in; proiessional , 1,500 However, a final tally shows only and only $766 collected; business 20,604 as the total contributions, teams $3,400 and collections totalthus requiring a study to determine Ing only $1,201.50; Chain busidistribution under revised budgets. nesses, $1 ,500 with $715, or about Community Chest Budget comhalf of their goal reached; emmitteemen R. C. L. Greer, chairployes in firms in initial gifts diviman; Norman E. Rand, George A. sion, $1,275 and only $4?1.10 col- Trefethen, Harry Winebaum, lected; labor unions, $225 and $61 donated; homes, $4,500 and $3,560 George R. Chick, Roland I. oyes more to go; miscellaneous, $2,000 and Raymond F. Blake have been • and $5 donated so far and organiconferring with agency represen- 1 zations $1,100 with one third, or tatives to determine where cuts will $313 donated to datr. hit with the least hardship. Advance payments to agencies up to 50 % of the cm•rent quarterly budget were voted at a meeting last week of the budget committee. Chest Agencies Hit by Shortage Peterson Begins Probe Of Transplanted Bubbler An investigation into the pa t history of the fourbubbler water fountain that used to be on the Lafayette school playground and is now in former Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn's back yard, will be made by City Manager Ed· ward C. Peterson. Peterson said today that as far as he knows the bubbler is city property, but that a "great deal of tedious digging 1n city records will have to be made to ascertain just who owns it and why." The old city records are "an education," Peterson explained, adding they are in very poor condition. Peterson said he will first determine under what conditions the four-s prouted thirst quencher was given the city. Then an effort will be made to learn whether the city ever sold it. If some sort of bill of sale can be located, then the next step will be to determine who authorized such a trans action. Ordinarily, city prop-erty can not be sold without the permission of the city council, Peterson said. "It is po.ible, however, that some time in the oast, the street commissioners took it on themselve to authorize sale of property it maintained," Peterson explained. An Investigation by The Ports· mouth Herald disclosed yesterday that the old bronze fountain was sitting in the former street superintendent's garden. City officials questioned on how the fountain could h ave moved there could give little information. Some of th em knew it had once been on the Lafayette school grounds, but were puzzled when asked where and why it had been replaced by a sing).e "hand squeezer" type. "' I �* &W'.+• ¼l❖ '¾ %, "' -~ ,-~> . *'¢ THERE IT IS-The old Lafayette school four-bubbler drinking fountain is shown above as tfwas photographed in the back yard of former Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn at 653 Greenland road. The 1:ferald P?otonapher was denied access to Osborn's grounds to take a picture and when he went back equipped with a telescopic lens, two lawn chairs had been carefully placed before the fountain. (Portsmouth Herald photo) From School Yard to Back Yard s,.,.' Children's Bubbler Goes Astray Ii You know how thirsty school The fountain he chose was an kids get in the sultry atmpsphere ornate, bronze affair with four of the classroom on a hot day. sl urdy up- n-ned arms-r0n each of The recess bell rings and there's hich v. mounted an lnd1ddual a sudden surge of frenzied com- · bubbler! motion as the youngsters make It was a fancy and useful adclimad dash for e outdoor water tion to the school grounds. fountain. * * . ., The cry of "first drinks" re- 1 BUT ONE DAY the four-bubbler sounds above the noisy clatter un- disappearerl. No one gave much til some fleet-footed youngster notice to that, however, and some makes a lunging grab at the foun- time later it was replaced by antaln and holds firmly to it as a sort other fountain-much more ordiof champion of the struggle. The nary than the previous one and ,mpatient wait th~t follows for the equipped with just a single "hand squeezer." others seems long and dreary. The old four-bubbler seemed to That's about the way it w_as 20 years ago or so when the children have passed into oblivion There of the Lafayette school bad to was no thought or talk about it. depend on an old one-bubbler That is, not until recently when fountain to quench their thirst. someone happened to mention its Things were . pretty inconvenient disappearance to City Manager then. I Edward C. Peterson. * • • Only In town for little more THE LATE Thomas A. Ward, than a year; Peterson had never who had a lot of money and a spc. > heard of the missing fountain but ial concern for other people's he decided look into the situathirsts (he owned the local distil- tion. A check of municipal records shed no light; anJ when he could len ), used to sit in his house acr~ss find no other source of possible th th~ street and watch e daily evidence to explore, he gave up I I tP scramble. Finally, he observed that the ~ds deserved a better lot and decided to C:o something about it. Ward was a man for doing things in a big way. He donated the prop, erty for a school play~ro_und, and on it he had a new drmking fount in installed. o mere one-bub:ier either-nor even a two or thre~-bubbler. with the puzzled comment: "I know it's missing. It should be up there (the Laf3yecle school!. Whoever has it should remember it's city-owned ·property." • * • NAT S. S'IEVE 'S, public works superintendent, was asked about the fountain's departure, but to no \ avail. "It was here when I left Portsmouth early in 1942," he said, "and it wasn't here when I returned last year" Former Mayor Mary C. Dondero / gave only a terse "No!" when questioned for knowledge of its where- f abouts. / I David R. Smith, former street 1commissioner and superintendent of i streets, had no definite informal tion to offer, but he did recall: "It was there when I left as street superintendent early in 1940. And you know, I always thought something was wrong up there at the playground. Everytime I drove by, it seemed as though something was missing. It must have been the fountain." School Supt. Raymond I. Beal didn't know "anything" about it. "I think a water fountain like that would be handled by the street and water depaitments," he said. Americo J. Fransoso, former street commissioner, said he had "no idea" of what happened to the fountain. "No one ever told me anything about it,'' he assured. Recreation Director Francis T. Malloy only remembers "the squeeHis reference promptly suggestzer fountain up there now." ed a call to Clayton E. Osborn, forGeorge Moore, street department mer superintendent of streetsforeman, said he thinks "some and there the trail ended. kids took the bubbler and sold it "Is the water fountain in your for junk." 'back yard the same one that used to be at the Lafayette playground," * * * THE TRAIL of inquiry was he was asked. leading nowhere-until, at last, a "Yup,'' was his ready but short ray of light was shed by Fred V. reply. Hett, Jr., another former street As for how he came into poscommissioner. session of it, however, Osborn "The only thing I know," he would answer no questions. said, "is that it disappeared from "That's up to me," he said. the school grounds and now it's up And that's all there is to the in Osborn's back yard." story. I �This Good Deed Pays Dividends * * Approval * * * * * * * Afflicted, Wins Kittery Man's Invention Helps ' \'1·'!1 If one good turn deserves another, as the saying goes, a Kittery blacksmith should reap rewards from his unique invention. ,-----~=-· '¥ · ,. Target Bombing 'Danger Area' ~~ Set Near Shoals Raymond E. Allen of Knight A "danger area," in the vicmavenue aided a Portsmouth polio lty of Duck island, Isles of Shoals victim two years ago, and his good has been approved by the secredeed has proved to be the key to tary of the army. a new career--a career that The area, a 50-yard circle with promises profits to himself and Shag Rock as the base point, is to benefits to the unfortunate victims be us_ed by naval aircraft as a of infantile paralysis, arthritis and bombmg target range. similar afflictions. Allen, employed at the Ports-~ vessels are forbidden to enter mouth naval shipyard at the time, witlun the 500-yard radius between j entered Miss Dorothy Pace's doll the hours of 8. am and 5 pm dail repair and sewins shop on Conunless authorized by the co~manJ~ gress street "for a reason I can't ant, First Naval district, Boston. recall now" and saw Miss Pace ex• NEW POLIO AID-Miss Dorothy P ace, P ortsmouth seamstress ercising to aid her paralyzed conTHE EFFECTIVE DATE of th demonstrates the exercise table invented by Raymond E. Allen of Kit: dition. order Is Oct. 15. · e tery t-0 aid polio sufferers in getting proper physical conditioning. • Naval authorities asked earlier HER EXERCISE EQUIPMENT, this yea~ that the Duck island area however, was crude to the extent Mutual agreement placed Miss be conf1.rmed as a bombing range of being hazardous. Pace in control of the selling and on which non-explosive projecFrom a studio couch, bread business operation, and Allen retiles were to be used. board, foot stool and cushions, she mained at the helm of the manuhad fashioned a stretching table. factilring aspect of the business. A hearing at city hall here at"Better stay off that for awhile, tracted nearly 100 persons from all In the spring of 1948 Allen Dorothy," said Allen, "I'll arrange parts of the New England s~acoast started work on his second stretchsomething safer." to protest the navy's request. ing table, completing the job in He then devoted every weekend November of the same year, 120 for three months to the unselfish working hours later. and difficult task of designing, and Meanwhile, Miss Pace launched constructing an exercise table that her selling program by contacting would prove efficient, safe and hospital officials and orthopedic easily controlled by the patient. specialists throughout ew Eng"Hydraulic pumps were the an- land. swer to operation," explained inTHE BUSINESS TEAM travelled ventor Allen. The upper surface of the table to Boston for its first demonstrawas divided into three sections, tion-for Dr. Arthur L. Watkins, head of the physical therapy deone end to raise or drop the lower part of the body; the other end to ralse or lower the upper part of PERSO AL E X P E R I E N C E the body. A small section in the partment of the Massachusetts taught local phys'ician, Dr. Lestet· center was designed to remain General hospital. R. Whitaker, the table's value. horizontal. "Sounds pretty good," said Dr. RAYMONDE. ALLEN Dr. Whitaker cured his lame • • • Watkins after listening to an exback with its aid and concluded th LEVERS ON EACH SIDE of the planation of the table's design and Approval from several sources at Allen's invention would be table operated the two pumps, operation. "Could we borrow a was_ painting a bright picture of the use~ul in the treatment of the which in turn raised or lowered model for a trial period?" busmess future of the newly form- ordrnary lame back "which in the movable sections of the table. "Let me use a couple of ableed partnership, when Allen resign- I many cases seems lo be due to Miss Pace's initial enthusiasm bodied men and you'll have it in ed th e job he had held for 15 years mus~~e spasm and perhaps contracth proved to be justified by the test ten minutes," responded ,Allen. at e local shipyard for full time ture. of ehtht months usage. Her conFrom a truck parked in the work. on the tables. His associate . Dr. Whitaker believes the patracted muscles were stretched and \ - - - - - - - - - - - -promised to "sell them as fast as ~ient has more confidence operather posture improved to the degree ' s~reet below, the table was car- you can make them." mg the machine himself than he of requiring new crutches 1½ in- ried to the physical therapy de* * * can have in a manipulator, thereches longer than those used prior par~ment where trial with several . 1:HE THIRD TABLE was put by being more relaxed. to the stretching table exercises. patients proved its value. Before mto production and soon was delivAllen delivered his fourth -----------l many weeks had passed the first ered to the Portsmouth Rehabili- stretching table lo the Manches"But I'm only one patient in a sale was completed. tation center under the spon •or- !er Rehabilitation center and now million," asserted Miss Pace. "If • * • shi? of the state 40 and 8, organi- is m~nufa~tu~lng the fifth, still only th 1 I _ ~BE tEA Tll\lE, one of the zabon. expei:1mentmg and incorporating this!" 0 ers cou d benefit from nat1~n ~ outstanding orthopedic th Miss Minnie Witham, director of new ideas and improvements. And thus a new business wa~ specrnhsts offered an unqualified e center, soon noted additional * • • suggested: To manufacture and ~ell recommendafrm of the stretching fa;,orable aspects of the invention. HE RECENTLY III.RED his fir~t the equipment to hospitals reha- table. It does not require constant employ~, 24-year-old William Dame bilit~tion centers and, ill'\ fact, to Said Dr. Jam • Warren Seaver supervision of the therapist while of Newmgton. Dame is handicapany ~stltutlons offering orthopedic of Boston, "It h, s proved to be the patient is on the table," she re- p~d, and was hired in accordance serv1ces. adequate, useful aL .1 accurate and ' marked, adding that it also takes · with the most rigid rule of the has always been el "cient fo~ the away from the therapist the ardu- Pace:Allen business-that only purpose for which it was devi'sed ous task of manual ~tretching. handicapped persons will be emFffiST STEP in the involved a_s well as being simple in operaThese factors, of course permit ployed. t~e thera?ists to use thei; limited process of establishing the business tion due to its hydraulic control. Th_ose who are less fortunate "It. is a _s i m PI e, foolproof lime helpmg other pa~ients and in- physically have as much right to wa~ to contact a patent lawyer. This was done in January of 1948. machme which individuals can cre,ase the efficienc , of the cen- success and happiness as we do " Investigation disclosed that noth- operate easily themselves without ter s operation. says Allen. ' ing similar was on the market, and danger of doing themselves harm." And he is doing his part to aid a patent was issued to the 42-yeart~1e handicapped witli his invenold Kittery inventor. tion and his business. • • • • • ••• 1-------------- ••• I �- \New Castle to, Vote Citizen Corporation,. ::d;~s::e~r;:::v 5~~,~~"' '"!~,m ~.~!.,. ~~~~~1 . n,-i- . plnns of a newly-organized citizens' corporation attempting to finance a "package" purchase of Wentworth Acres from the government; George N. Bauer of 574 Circuit road said 90 Portsmouth citizens, mostly World War Il veterans and Wentworth Acres residents, have obtained a chartE'l· for a corporation to purchase and operate the federa! housing project. Bauer, in a letter to the city council for consideration at tomorrow's regulnr meeting, said the corporation seeks to purchase the homes because It believes that the "best . public interests" will be serve'd if 1he units are purchased In one pnckagc nnd operated. as rental properly. Under the plan. originally outlined by John P. Loughlin, lorr,l 1 buslnessmnn and former l•'edcral 1 Works ngency official, $100 will be 8ollcltcd from each family and pooled Into an $80,000 down-payment on a mortgage which even- · tually would be paid off by rentals. • • • BAUER SAID the corporation expects that one-third of the shares wlll be subscribed by Wentworth ·Acres residents and the balance by other Portsmouth residents, both veterans and non-veterans. Under state regulations the corporation must limit sales to one share per • * • ' person, or 15 shares to any busl1 THE SEVEN-ARTICLE warrant ness or professional man or woman. also asks the voter's opinion conIn the event th<' A('rcs corporacernlng authorization of the sale tlon is unable to , purchase the proof the town landing to John C. ject, the officers ;rnd directors will Sweetser, with the town retaining dissolve the corpor:ition encl rea JO-foot strip_ of right of way to turn funds to stockholders, Bauer the Piscataqua river. said. Officers ;incl directors will At present, the Portsmouth serve without compen~ation to the D ht rs of the date of purchase agreement with chapter of the ~ug ise trying to the government. American Revolutt~nof the state's .' Bauer Is corporation president, attract the,interes tlon of the ! Loughlin. treasurer, . and Atty. cbngreumen in p~eserva I Thomas E. Flynn, .Jr., clerk. Diold fort 88 " partl · t n meeting rectors are William Bickford, Glen The New Cas e mowIn the town E,as t man, Fl ' . ynn, TI 11 Ip11 A• LJ z10, k scheduled for 7 P Edson D. Smith, John J. Shea and hall. Loughlin. New Castle will i11easure the strength of its opposition to use of Camp Langdon for naval prlsoner rehabilitation at a special town meeting Friday night. I Official protest will be made to naval authorities and congressmen against a tentative plan of Ports, mouth naval base officials to allow prisoners to farm at the camp under a rehabilitation program, should a majority of residents voice their objections In the ballollng, • • • VOTF.RS ALSO will consider II propo~nl lo elect n flve-mnn "lnn<l committee" empowered to Inform federnl nuthorilles of New Cnslle's desire-to be determined in the votlng-to acquire the land now occupied by Fort Constitution. Old Fort William and Mary, locatcd at the tip o{ Fort point, would be excepted from the acquisilion unless the Seacoast Re, glonal Development asso:ial~on falls to Interest some orgamzation in Its upkeep as a historical la nd qiark according to another article . in th'e recently-pubJished warrant. I l • • Local Stop Sig_n\)~ Under Inspection An ln11pcctlon of slop sli:ins In Portsmouth is being made by Waller Moulton of Concord, an oHiclal of the state highway department. Moulton, accompanied on his lour by Pnll'Olmnn Slnnton G. Remick, today said his department wlll study findings of the survey and may recommend several lm• provements. The stale official said II preliminary tour or the city has indicated that many stop signs are not high enough from the street. 1 • suggests that the council endorse the plan as the "best" for the city If the council Is sti'll opposed to city control of the housing project. Most of other business scheduled for council considera1 ion is routine with the PXeept ion or a petition from Francis K. Keith of 2 Stark street for permission to erect a filling ~Int.Ion on 1he lntrrslnte hlqhway In the New Franklin school area. THE CORPORATION �Acres PurchClse Pl • E-ndorsed by OU C t 1 \ I Over Mrs. Dondero's insistence that "the customer should be given the benefit of doubt," the council accepted Peterson's opposilion to an abatement and voted to notify r Is becoming "The City or Signs rather than "The' City of the Open Apostolakes that he must pay for . Door," jokingly remarked, "I wish the water. In other action, the council voted we owned the sky so we could rent to transfer $3,375 from parking it for advertising." meter funds to finance $2,500 for ·. Finally, the council filed t~e · Tenants' priority for purchases of . • petition pending a report by City work on the Junkins-Parrott avehomes in the 396-unit AdmiraHy nue parking lot; $500 for street 1 The so-called "Loughlin plan" M ager Edward c. Peterson on Village housing project ends today for "package" purchase of Went- · th:n attitude of• Chestnut street markings and safety signs for the at 5 pm. police department; and $375 for worth .Acres received the blessing !dents and property owners traftlc lights and electric foci I itlcs of Portsmouth's city council last ~~:ard the proposed sign. George H. Lavallee, monnge1· of at the Central fire station parking night. .., .., ., - boU1 the Village and the WentThe council described the proILLEGAL USE of waler by the area. , worth Acres, said at noon that 66 * • • posal as the only "feasible" sug- , John Iafolla Crushed Stone com• residents of the Village had made JN ROUTINE BUSINESS the gestion and adopted a resolution pany also came up for con~lderdeposits toward buying the uniLs endorslng the newly-organized able• discussion when Councilman council: in which they live. Referred to the planning board citizen corporation's attempts to Simes asked Peterson whether all a request from George P. and Ger'I1he project manager said that purchase the project from the gov- ' evidence In the case was present- trude I. Frost of 874-876 Islington he expec!.6 "several" more residents ernment. ed to the grand jury and whether street for rezoning of their propto file applica lions and deposits Under a plan originally pro- an witnesses had testified. , erty from a residential to a combefore the 5 pm deadline. posed by John P. Loughlin, $100 , Peterson said that only one wit- mercial area; a petition from Fran• • • will be solicited from each family ness-Clty Marshal William J. cis K. Leith of 2 Stark street for STARTING tomorrow, World War at the Acres and "pooled" Into an Llnchey-was not questioned by rezoning of land at the Intersection II veterans move into the top $80,000 down-payment on a mort- the grand jury because other wit- of Stark street and the Interstate classification, according to Lavalgage which eventua11y would be highway from a residential to a lee. The former servicemen a.re paid off by rentals. nesses knew just as much about commercial area; and a request being given until 5 pm on Sept. the case as Llnchey. Councilman Thomas H. Sime~. from Jane Coakley Garland of 186 14 In which to file their applicaThe council accepted Peterson's Cate street for permission to opwho Introduced the resolution, said tlons, the plan Is the only one which recommendation that a bill for erate a restaurant ori the easterly could insure housing facilities !or $436.76 be sent to lafolla for the side of tho Interstate highway, At the expiraLion of the priority Acres tenants because of the "pe- water. _Later, Simes told the coun- moved from Its present site to period for veterans, the general culiar character" of the project." cil that he was not aware of all make way for the new toll road. public will be given the opportunfacts In the case before questioning ity to !ile claims tor homes. Referred to City Manager PetPeterson and explained that he had erson four peti lions for street Lavallee explained that In all COUNCIL APPROVAL of the cases where two or more Individ"Loughlin plan" was requested by acted "swiftly." No reason was lights, filed by four Lafayette road uals aJ>ply for the same unit, the George N. Bauer, Acres Corpora- given for Simes questioning of residents, 18 Dover street resipurchase right will be determined dents, 10 Wentworth road residents tion president, who explained that Peterson. by drawing o! loLs. and Mrs. Lillian Cooney of Spring one-third of the sha-res will be subT II REE TAX ABATEMENT street. ' scribed by Wentworth Acres resiThe units rang·e in price from Approved petitions by John R. dents and the balance by other claims filed In behalf of Albert H. and Cecelia J. Woolfson of 179 ·Goller of Sherburne road and $2,800 to $3 ,100 for single residences l'ortsmouth residents. The two-hour regular session wa1 Lincoln avenue were referred to Michael T. O'Connor of 383 Wood- and from $4,300 to $4,700 tor twoserene except during considera- City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart bury avenue for sewer connections. ' family dweJlioga. Referred to Fire Chief George tion of a request from Eade S. for Investigation and report. Mr: and Mrs. Woolfson claim T. Cogan a request from four LaPhilbrook, Folsom-Salter House that their property at 61-67 Market fayette road residents for a fire owner, for permission to erect a street is assessed for $9,500 when alarm box south of McKinley road sign on Chestnut street. Philbrook has made repeated attempts to post it should be valued !or no more on Lafayette road. than $6,000. * * • the sign. Property at 179 Lincoln avenue DENIED A REQUEST from Councilman Roland I. Noyes, is assessed for $5,800 when it , Saul Silverman, Economy market who Introduced a motion for apshould be appraised for $3,000 and owner, for a loading zone on proval of Philbrook's petition, was property at 167 Lincoln avenue as- Church street. The council voted to accused by Councilman Mary C. sessed for $6,000 instead of $3,200, notify Mr. Silverman that he now Dondero of attempting to "push Mr. and Mrs. Woolfson claimed. has "reasonable" access to a loadtile petition through because he The requested abatements repre- ing zone and does not require (f6oyes) does 17uslness with 'Mr. sent a total of $9,100. ·phtij;>rook,l' ' · ' ' ' •• · council approval to use it. •• * . * .. * Instructed Dominick Paola of 30 ACCEPTED A REPORT and $28 ANOTHER CITIZEN'S "protest" 'Wall street to re-submit a petition check from Plumbing · Inspecto1· NOYES CLAil\tED that Phil- . -filed by William Apostolakesfor permission to erect a sign at Clement R. Moulton. brqok ls entitled to the sign "be• was considered by the council. the corner of Deer and Vaughan Passed for a final reading an orcause It will help tourist trade." Apostolakes claimed that he re- streets. • dlnance prnhibiling parking on Noyes persisted over repeated cel'Ved a water bill for his propbjections of Mrs. Dondero who Granted a request from David I -erty, despite the fact that his house Kushlous of 542 State street to Daniel street, near the New Hampescribed the move as ."out of orwa~ vacant last winter. Peterson ~er" because she said residents of store and sell gasoline at the Inter- shire Gas and Electric company Investigated the complaint and told section of Burkitt street extension plant. ~he area are opposed to the sign, the council that a water meter at and the Intel'state highway. Referred to City Solicitor ReinCouncilman Frank E. Paterson the Apostolakes home was In good Granted the Boston and Maine hart a $200 claim from Miss Dorojoined Mrs. Dondero's opposition working order and that the water Transportation company per- thy F. Lear of 50 Chestnut street pointing out that the council has was used on the premises. mission to install underground for injuries sustained in a recent rejected slmllar requests for signs, fuel tanks on Cate street. , fall at .the corner of Market and ''so why should we change our • •· • Daniel streets. minds now." 'Citiz.eit'f pro•bt PosaI 0.n·Iy eas1 e of~~·-;;;!\'::t::ae:'':I.:'i .:c::m,::; Tenants' Priority Ends at Village 5 1 HOm'ePro1·ect • •• j I • • • l ~ I �Vets Begin Selection Of Homes in Villa9e NOTICE ·OF SALE Admirafty Viffage, Kittery, Maine PRIORITY ~\t) The long process of tw·ning over Admiralty Village homes to individual owners edged a step closer to completion todl;IY as 104 war veterans started to select the houses they will pw·chase from the government. . • h th A large scale lot drawing to give veterans the order m wh1c ey can choose any house not already purchased by tenants was held late yesterday at the Village management office. The lottery was directed bylf George A. Lavallee, Village mana-1 aer and his assistant, Cornelius• V. I .., • McLaughlin. The actual drawing, however, was conducted by veretl Butler of Kittery, commander of York County Disabled American Veterans council and Edwin Kimball, commander of the Kittery Veterans or Foreign Wars post. Both men represented the Kittery Veterans' Council. . !!';tt(~~fer1::::u~i::~ Administration ~anted a priority to present occuthe building occuplctt~--vt-:,i:~n~h1vhic~ ~:rmi\ted t~em to purchase August 15, 1919. AU unsold buildings s arr~~r!l J:;,11 exp1brel at 5:00 p. m.• sa le only to World Wa r 11 te · . e a.re e ng offered tor da) s. Tbls priority will bl' a:!.u;~~s f~~d sen'.1c;m,en for a. period of 30 16, 1919 to 5·00 p m Scpte b 14 a PeTJo rom 9.00 a. m. August ~ervicemen may 'register thn;:irer·n~ lt949. Veterans of World War n and Order as to choice of l!nsold bull~ln: J'u~ctase during this period. lot drawings. These drawings wlll tak la e e rmlned solely by public ranted by the number of a II e P ce at certai n Intervals as war1 of drawings wlll be sent to Ptac;;"~ :;i!t;i~tved. otlce of time and place 1 Village Residents JQ Draw lots for~ Purchase Pr·1or·1ty ,.,ffi ~• N<on - ,eteran non-occuna.nts mav re • lstcr their • held tomorrow at the management office in Admiralty Village to determine the order in which veterans may select houses in the project. George A. Lavallee, manager, said today that the deadline for veterans priorities in the purchase of a Village home was 5 pm today. Tomorrow's lot drawing, scheduled for 4:30 pm, will give the 103 registrants the order in which they can choose any houses which have not already been purchased by tenants. * • * • • • 1 3 Days Remain cvto/ In Village ·Purchas~ Only three more "shopping" days remain for tenants of Admiralty Village t-0 make deposits toward purchasing their present homes. The $50 per unit deposits must be in by Monday at 5 pm. After Monday, the priority for purchasing the one and two-family dwellings passes to veterans of World War II for a 30-day period ending Sept. 14 at 5 pm. George H. Lavallee, project manager, said this morning that 51 residents have made their deposits so far and that interest is "picking up" as the deadline approaches. Prices for the units range from $2,800 to $4,700. from the hat becomes No. 1 and so on until the last name Is taken out. Naturally, the lower numbers get the first choices. . Lavallee added that the drawmg will be conducted under the supervision of the Veterans council of Kittery. Meanwhile, the management office is still accepting registrations from persons who did not qualify for the first two priority classes. * * • THE l\1ANAGER said that the announcement of the lot drawing for Class III registrants will be made at a later date. Seventy residents in the Village have made deposits toward the purchase of the homes in wh_ich they live. Tenants were given first priority by the Federal Housing administration when it made arrangements for disposal of the units. The next priority went to veterans, whose deadline expired this afternoon. mf.ent to 11urrha.se now ADMIRALTY VIiiage has been bd and dimensions and Individual sglotlvlldcd and the plan showing area Inspection at the Project Offtc I st s now posted and available for !\Jaine. e oca ed at Adm.lralty Vllfage. Kittery, T~eypfol:wingl sales prices have been established for each building· e - family I-story frame wood hi 1 • Prices of buildings range fro~ ,;~fo~• :J~$;fgo"'s each unitTYPE B 2-famlly I-story frame wood h ' 1 , Prices of bulldlngs ran'ge fro,; ;gg_ms earh unit1 All sales are subject to th 1 be tor ALL CASH dlld each epgen:ra conditions of sale. A.ll sales are to flnancing. urc aser will be required to obtain his own $4')l&o\!\ FHA ha made commitments t · to 90% of sales price. o msure mortgages on these properties l P Buildings will be sold subJe t to F d occupancy controls. ~ e era!, State and local rental and Sales representatives of the Publi H 0 1 · · s;nl at the project office locate~ ai ~~tu'1\~;:t~nt0A;~11 Kb~tteprea ne on l\Jondny through Friday from 8·30 t ' ry, tratlou and offers to purchas al . a. m . o 5:00 p. m. Regls1esen tath·es who will also giv: !~c~ ~dd~l~de t~ro ugh these sales rep1cr1uested. na 1 m 1ormatlon as may be * • • LAVALEE ~AID, the persons holding the _first 50 numbers will be given until Tuesday at 5 pm in which to make their choice of homes. After the deadline for the first 50 bas passed, the next 53 registrants are to have a chance, according to their numbers, to have a choice of bouse. "It works very simply," Lavallee explained. "The first name drawn h for llrlorlty commcnrinR September 15. 1949 A large scale lot drawing will be VETERANS HOLDING the first 50 numbers have until 5 pm Tues- ' day to select one of the 39 single and 137 double houses. After the deadline for the first 50 has passed, the next 54 registrants will have a chance according to their numbers. Veterans or those still in the service whose names were drawn yesterday must appear at the management office during the specified dates, make known their choice and identify their veteran's status through discharge papers. Those who intend to purchase a single unit must offer a Binder of at least $50 and those interested in double units must offer a deposit of at least $100. THE U ITS RA GE in price from $2,800 to $3,100 for single houses and from $4,300 to $4,700 for two-family dwellings. After all 104 veterans have decided whether they will purchase the homes, non-veterans and nontenants will have an opportunity to buy the remaining units. At least 35 veterans and wives witnessed yesterday's drawing. Worfd War II Veterans and Servicemen fl offers to purchase must be accom · d b · ~50_ per dwelling unit, ( SO for singl~an~~lld_Y a good faith dc1iosit of buildings) and must b · ti f mgs a.nd SlOO for duple" certified check made paey~ble ~: t~~mori~r moofntehy oTrder,_ cashier's check or States. e reasurer of the United ~,o Tenants File JOHN P. K E Field O trice Director Public Hou sing Admlni8tratlon Empire tate Building New York 1, N. Y. I lt ug. 10, 17 Sept, 7 ~ I I - - - - -. . . . . . . . ~\lo Purchase Papers For Village Units Seventy tenants at the Admiralty Village filed applications to purchase their homes in the project ahead of yesterday's 5 pm deadl!ne. George H. Lavallee, project manager, said today that, although the priority for World War II veterans opened only this morning, 75 exservicemen already have Indicated their interest in buying houses in the Village. World War II veterans, Class n in the priority ratings, have been given 30 days in which to file appl!cations and deposits. Their deadline Is Sept. 14 at 5 pm, after which the prloriiy right passes to the general public. • • • VALLEE EXPLAINED that In IbheLAcase o! World War II veterans, who are now tenants in the Vnlage, the priority privilege continues until the Sept. 14 expiration date. But such applicants will not have the right to purchase the house In which they live-as was given to those who applied under tenant's priority. At the end of the veterans' priority period according to Lavallee, the names of all the persons in Class II who have applied for homes will be drawn in a public lottery. THE • • • APPLICA TS will have th eir choice of homes, excepting llio.~e already claimed by tenant purchasers, in the order in which their names are drawn. The remaining units In the Village then will be open to applications from the general public. Lavallee said that he has already received 23 letters from persons in that class, who signified their interest in buying homes in the project. • • • LAVALLEE SAID tha the 70 tenants, who came "In under the wire yesterday," have filed deposits on 57 single units and 13 doubles. A total of 137 doubles and 39 singles are now available for the "pool" on which World War II veterans will draw Jots, Lavallee explained. Any or the 176 units remaining after the veterans deadline will go into the general public's "pool" for another lot drawing, he concluded. I �Chilly Weather Forecast • • For Thanksg1v1ng Here ,. .J King Turkey will reign in the traditional manner tomorrow with a greater following than In 1948, and upholding the spirit of the day, clergymen of several faiths will conduct Thanksgiving services. Military establishments, hospitals and correctional Institutions throughout the Portsmouth area have placed "turkey and all the trimmings" at the top of the day's menu. Local meat markets report increased sales of the Thanksgiving bird over last year, indicating a widespread celebration in the manner of our Pilgrim forefathers. Meat merchants attribute an approximate 20-cent price reduction over last year as the major reason for more turkey orders this season. * * * AVERA GE PRICE of the "bird" is in the vicinity of 49 cents for the larger sizes and 59 cents for those less than 20 pounds. One market proprietor claimed a reduction in 1949 turkey sales, accusing competitors of price-cutting and selling on "a one-cent margin." The day promises to be a quiet one, with stores and offices closed and only slight increases in travel volume anticipated by local transportation officials. A "clear but nippy" prediction by the weatherman should keep a j large portion of the Portsmouth populace close to the fireplace. Family reunions and the table festi\'ities also will serve as a magnet to make home the center of tomorrow's activities. Route 16, however, will be heavily traveled by football enthusiasts anxious for a last cheer as the gridiron season is wrapped up for another year at the 39th annual clash between Portsmouth and Dover high schools. with the exception of a necessary duty section, will have the day '·off." Those on duty may invite their families to dinner, thus taking some of the sting out of the holiday assignment. Inmates at the state house of correction at Brentwood will also face turkey when they su down for dinner tomorrow, as will patients at the Portsmouth hospital. Following the recommen'd ation ' of Gov. Sherman Adams "to assemble on that day to offer up their sincere thanks fo r the continuation of. His mercies•·, people of most denominations will attend church services. The Middle street Baplist, North Congregational and First Methodist churches will hol:l a joint service at the Middle Street Baptist church at 9 am. Guest speaker will be Chaplain Richard Cleaves of the Portsmouth naval base. * * * MUSIC WILL BE under the direction of Norman Leavitt, and the Rev. Raymond F. Smith, assisted by the Rev. John N. Feaster, DD., and the Rev. Edward H. Brewster, will conduct worship services. Catholic masses \Vill be cele1 brated at the local naval base at 9 am in the chapel; at the Church of the Immaculate Conception at 7:15 am and at St. Raphael's church, Kittery at 8 am. Protestant churches in Hampton will combine services tomorrow night at 7:30 o'clock at the Congregational church. Juniot· and senior thoirs of the host church will furnish music and the Rev. 1 Floyd Kinsley will preach. A special Thanksgiving service will be held at the First Congregational church, Kittery Point, at 10 am. Chl'istian Science services are scheduled for 10:45 am at the · * • • AND THE NEEDY families of church edifice, 272 Rockland street. Subject of. the lesson-sermon will . the city won't be forgotten. Fifty- be "Thanksgiving", Several other chufche·s in the three tables will be decked with Thanksgiving groceries and "good- Portsmouth area have planned speies" from Salvation Army baskets. cial services. Maj. Albert Warren of the local corps said today that deliveries will be made to the sick and shutins. Families able to do so have been requested to call for their baskets. "Street kettle" donations financed the 53 baskets. I The Portsmouth naval base will feature turkey dinners, with free cigarets and cigars to add to the servicemen's enjoyment, at both enlisted and officer messes . • • * ORCHESTRA MUSIC will en- tertain prisoners at the naval disciplinary barracks while they enjoy their holiday dinners. All naval and marine personnel, ------ BA KI G SCANDAL-William C, Walton, Jr., talks with his attorney, Samuel Levy, right, after pleading guilty in U. S. district court to charges of misappropriating funds of the New Hampshire National bank. �These Are Pictures of Top Por smouth 949 News WORLD PREMIERE-A cro, ing the first public showing of the EDWARD C. PETERSO ••• Still city manager iAR HAL WILLIAM J. LI CHEY ••• New order LEO ARD H . HEWITT . Old order GOODWILL VISIT-HMS Glasgow steams up the Piscataqua river to a berth at the Portsmouth naval base as her crew prepares for a peaceful "invasion" of Portsmouth. �~-~D '\'tutback at Shipyard Voted as No. 1 Story Portsmouth's biggest-and worst-new story in 1949 was the drastic curtailment o[ employment al the Portsmouth naval shipyard and the general increase in area unemployment. The "layoff" sl.ory was ranked first today by lhc sl~ff of The Portsmouth Herald in balloting lo determine the 10 "lop" stones of lhe old year, soon lo be. It received 69 out of a possible 70 points. Second place, with 59, went to,.___ the Walton bankini scandal. The Organized project to bring a steel plant to nuisance in Portsmouth placed third with 55 place on the . t when it v. as po~noll.owing behind the leaders heels of 25 . gamblmg, long i·tsa Portsmo_uth, _hadJ I news pages 10 uY crushed beneath the green-shirted slate Victor E. Amee Ends 30 Year\✓'" Shipyard Service A Kirtery man has retired after 30 year;;' service at the Portsmouth naval 3hipyard. Victo r E. Amee, 69, of Foye's lane, worked m the shipyard's public ! works department. A native of Klbtery, Amee was the son of the late James R. Amee, an old-time sea captain. He started work at the shipyard in 1918 after being employed for several years by the old Portsmouth, Kittery and York Street railway and later by the Atlantic Shore Line railway. He was chief dispatcher of the western b ran cl1 o f the Atlan tic Shore Line a t th e "itt n. ery Point carbarn. A member of the Kittery Point First Congregational church and Riverside lodge, IOOF, Amee was employed in the shipyard's fiscal department )Jefore being transferred to the public works department. His wife is the former Mabel Witham of Kittery, a well-known member :,f the Maine Federation of Garden Clubs. He and bis wife have one daughter, Mrs. Lorraine Burns were the stories on the gambling I troopers. ,.. ,.. ,.. raids (471, the city manager issue 'l G 'DER the orders or I 'l l\lARGARHT BADGER (291 ' the filming and premiere of , ·ty Kai·st1 al William J. \ mashed "Lost Boundaries" (261, police re- , t}CW 1 • t organization (2ll, toll road a n cl · LincheY, th c roopers "oodbury avenue intersection I .. ---====-==-- - - - - -,, 1 · tile \! (19), the Fargo fire, whic~ . coSt \ their way into four different esthree lives <71, and lhe VlSlt of tablishmenls. HMS Glasgow (5). , \ The raids served M a rs h a 1 • • • LincheY as a way in which to tell ALSO 1 THE running were the \ the "bookies" that they are Prescott will story, ~he teachers' \" through" in Portsmouth. . pay fight, naval pnson scandal, "Lost Boundaries" was the f1rst the Bo~ton and ~faille's n~w stafull length movie filmed ana given A Portsmouth girl will seek the tion, mght parkmg, the Quirk a fir t showing in Portsmo~lh. Its title of carnival queen at the Unimur~er-suicid~, sale of federa~ "extras" were recruite~ from / and e. son, Paul w. Amee, both of\ housmg proJects,. Iafolla water among Portsmouth area citizens and , Kittery .., versity of New _Hampshire. investigation, appomlment of new the Rev. Ro)Jert H. Dunn won naMlss Margaret Badger, daughter court judges and the summer lionwide fame for his role as the of Mr. and Mrs. Paul M. Badger of drought. l pastor of the Keenham church. 0 700 Woodbury avenue, is among the The first place to the shipyard * ,.. • '.ct personnel reduction was based on £VENTH PLACE was voted to 11 contenders for the crnwn at the the vital effect the layoffs ~av,e reorganization in the local police univ~rsity's 28th winter carnival to had, and are having, on the city s department last June which saw be held Thursday through Sunday, economy. The full imp~ct of that th appointment of Marshal LinchFeb. 17 to 20. loss in weekly payrolls 1~ ~e_achlng eY and the retirement of Marshal A Poti,smouth veteran with a, recinto all Portsmouth activities. Leonard H. Hewitt. The queen will be elected by popord of 144 combat sorties against The cutback in employment cost Since being named, Llnchey has ular vote of the student )Jody Frithe enemy during World War Il will 1,400 persons their job , reducing made many changes in police prothe effective working force to 4,cedure, improved departmental 1 leave shortly for a, three-year asday, Feb. 11. • • • 100. It resulted from President relations with the public and has signment in Germany. !\USS BADGER was graduated in First Lt. Robert T. Belmont, son Truman's order to Defense Secrescheduled a police school to lmof Mrs. John J. Taylor of 460 Den1945 from Portsmouth high school tary Louis Johnson to curtail naprove the training of his men. where she was active in sports, a val operations. The Woodbury avenue conlro-· nett street, with hiS wife a.nd fam• • • . versy made headlines when the ily, ls spendlng a 10-da.y leave here member of the Glee club and the IT WE T I TO e!f_ect despite governor and council paid an offi- before his departure for overseas. Girls' Athletic association. He is being transferred from the the concerted oppo 1llon of th e cial visit to the city for a public 10th tactical reconnaissance wing at During her four yea.rs at the unlcongressional deleg~lion from New hearing, the first made )Jy that Pope air force base, Fort Bragg, Hampshire and Mam:· \ body in recent years. I versity she has been a member of I' The Walton banking scandal, J Arguments over the separation I N. C. the choir, the outing club and stuMrs. Belmont and their two chUwhich made lhe front pages of of the Interstate by-pass and dent Union. she ls treasurer of the dren will leave to make their home mosl New England ne_wspape~s, Woodbw·y avenue served as an exin Germany as soon as arrange-' \ Dance club and a member of Chl rocked this staid old city to its \ ample of the pressure of public ments can be completed. omega sornrity. Colonial foundation. opinion on officialdom. Originally \ Lieutenant Belmont has served Breaking in January, the story the Slate Highway department Mlss Badger is majoring in recrea.with the air force since May, 1942, 1 ran the gamut of investigation inplanned only to improve the interand before that served as a pilot with 1lion leadership. to the affairs of the ew Hampsection but now an overpass i in the Royal Canadian all· force. He hire ational bank, the ~rrest the process of construction. holds the Distinguished Flying and conviction of its president. * • • Cross and the Air Medal with 14 William C. Walton, Jr., on chargPORT 10 TH WAS generous clusters. es of misappropriating funds and in ils gifts to aid the L. Robert He was graduated from Portsthe sale of the bank building to Fargo family of orth Kittery. mouth high school in 1940. Director Charles M. Dale. / Fargo and his wife lost their two *. • * children in an early morning blaze IT WAS A STOltY that still putthat leveled their home. Mrs. Fart)~ zles Portsmouth's people, who congo died a few days later of t he tinue to ask themselves; "Why?" burns she uffered. · Not far behind the Walton story In 10th and last place, Herald in local significance was the steel newsmen ranked the visit of the I . . _ rogram plant project, which stirred local British cruiser Glasgow. Her men H. Wmslow ~ettm"o_n, PWHEB st interest to the_ extent th_at commitand crew were England's " ambas- director at ra~10 ~~ion wni lees are workmg to brmg a steel sadors-at-large" in Portsmouth lor has resigned his positlO~ a~LYN mill to Portsmouth. almost a week. enter the employ of station • And the quest for a steel mill '1 Those who witnessed the Royal Lynn, Mass., on Monday. ts ti1 by itself revitalized the eternal Marine detachment "Beal the Re• Bettinson came to Por ~ou search for new indu try lo attract treat" in Market square will nol \in 1940 as an announcer an -~as to "The City of lhe Open Door." I soon forget the scene. promoted t~ his p_re&enftWp~~~~~: in 1942. He 1s a nallve o a • Mass., and a graduate of the Leland Powers school in Boston. r----------=~=-- -- Local Veteran Of 144 Missio;s Home on Leave I l I B . Winslow ettanson I Quits WHEB Post I I 1· Margaret Badger In Running for ~I\ UNH Queen Title �He also was a trustee and treasurer of the Portsmouth Young Men's Christian association, treasurer of the Howard Benevolent society, vice president of the Mark II, Wentworth home and a member of the Nodh chnrch, Congregational. A native of Portsmouth, Mr. Borthwick was born J vne 28, 1866, the son of James and Clara (Whidden) Borthwick. He was educated in Portsmouth schools and wa married on Sept. 3, 1889. l\'.fr . Borthwick died last August. He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Ora E. (Borthwick) Wilkei:, of Newton Ce nte1·, Mass., two grandsons and fo ur great-grand- / children. _ __ _ _ I JAMES A. BORTHWICK James Borthwick, Local Mercharit, ~ Succumbs at 83 1 Thomas E. Collins, Ex-CouncHman, Succumbs at 62 Thomas E. Collins, 62, of 113 Sagamore avenue, Ward 5 representative to the 1923 city council died last night at his home after ~ short llln_ess. Mr. Collins also served on the board of public wo1·ks from 1925 to 1926. Thomas Boyan, 62, Ex-Councilman, \Q Dies at Home 'J~ Hardy Perennial . ~ Ira Brown Says '\(. He'll Run Again IRA A. BROWN Thomas J. Boyan, 62, a wellknown Portsmouth businessman and former public official, died Saturday night at his home, 275 Lincoln ave~ 1 James Alfred Borthwick, a prom- nue. irent Portsmouth merchant and A resident of Portsmouth for the banker and a former city official, past 32 years, Mr. Boyan was a nadied today at PorL5mouth hospital tlve of East Boston, Mass. He was after a short illness born March 31, 1887, the son of The 83-year-old Mr. Borthwick Thomas J. and Mary (Kenny) was active until 10 days ago In the Boyan. management of his Market street Mr. Boyan was active In Republistore, D. F. Borthwick's. He en- can party circles and was elected tered the hospital on Nov. 6. to the city council as well as the Mr. Borthwick began his con- board of public works. While he was nection with the dry goods store a. member of the city councll. he many years ago when it was under served on the building commlttee the management of his brother, which ordered construction of the Daniel F. Borthwick. junior high school in Parrott a.venue • • • He was proprietor of the PortsHE WAS ACTIVE in the political mouth Auto Body Co. for many Ufe of the city for some years, be- years and later was superintendent ing elected to a seat on the city of the Frank Jones Brewing Co. uncouncil in 1896, th e bc;,ard of al- 1 tll 111 health forced his retirement. dermen in 1898 and again to the 1 Mr. Boyan was a. member of the city council in 1914. Church of the Imrpaculate ConcepIt was while serving his last term tion. on the council that Councilman Besides his wife, Mrs. Lillian D. Borthwick and his wife, the late (Hawkins) Boyan, he is survived by Elizabeth (Ir • · hl BorthwicJr, were four sons, Thomas A. of Amsterdam, honored by the council on their N. Y ., Paul B. of the U. s. army at 25th wedding anniversary. The Pensacola, Fla., William R. who is council . at the suggestion of the serving In the navy, and Albert B. then Mayor Harry B. Yeaton, ad- . of Portsmouth; two daughters, Miss journed its meeting to the Borth- Rosemerld D. Boyan and Mrs. Rowick home, 225 Wibird street, to bert Moebus of New York City as congratulate their colleague. well as three grandchildren, two He became active in banking sisters and a brother. circles about 35 years ago and was elected a director of the First National bani,.. In 1923 he was raised to the presider.cy. a post he held at the time of his death. l\fr. Borthwick was a charter member of the Portsmouth Rotary club and was elected to the board Elmer E. Clark, Portsmouth city of directors and the club's first secretary or Feb. 28, 1923. He was clerk for 10 years, died today at his a faithful attendant at meetings home at 244 Marcy street. and harl been absent from very Mr. Clark, who had a record of 25 few during the past 26 years. ' years service to the city, also had * * * been employed as city messenger. lN ADDITION TO his interest in Rotary Mr. Borthwick was a He held the city clerk's post from 1919 to 1923 and from 1927 to 1933. proprietor and director of the Portsmouth Athenaeum. He was He was born in Gosport, Isles of serving his 12th term as president Shoals, July 4, 1862, the son of the of the Portsmouth Historical so- late Daniel and Drusilla. (Berry) ciety to which position he was Clark but had resided In Portselected after his brother's death, mouth since early childhood. in 193' . Ira A. Brown Is back in the political wim. Brown announced today thp. Jle Will be a candidate In the 1950 electrons for the county commissioner post now held by Irving W. Marston. He was edged out of the commissioner cont:A:st in the 1948 primary when Marston piled up a 900vote lead to win the Republican nomination. A hardy political perennial, Brown held a seat on the county commission in 1943 and 1944 and is a. former city councilman and building inspector. • • • HE BAS TWICE been a candid- ate for mayor and was defeated each time by Rep. Mary C. Dondero. The 61-year-old Brown commented on his early announcement, "I just want people to know I'm in the running again and I still believe that a. city which pays onethird of the county tax should be represented on the comml~ion." I Elme~ E. Clark, _1 I Ex-City (lerk, Dies I A veteran of the Spanish American war, he served during the Philippine Insurrection. He was a. member of damp Schley, I United Spanish War Veterans; Osgood lodge No. 48, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and Union Rebekah lodge. Survivors Include his wife. Mrs. Lizzie A. (Bentley) Clark; one son, Ellsworth E. Clark of Washington, D. C., and three sisters. A native of Portsmouth, he was ~ born Nov. 21, 1886, the son of the/ late Thomas E. and Mary (Walsh) Collins. He was employed as an operator on Memorial bridge. Mr. Collins was a veteran of World War I and served overseas with the army engineers corps. He was a. member or Portsmouth Lodge of Elks, Frank E. Booma American Legion post and the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Florence (Booma) CollJns. two sons ':11°mas E. JT., and Frank W. Col: Ims of Portsmouth; a brother, Francis L. Collins of New York City and a. sister, Mrs. George Hammer: stein of Stillwater, N. J. �Busy Lodge-Goer to Be Honored Monday *** ***Timothy Connolly ***.s,ib Knights of Pythias to*** Fete 92-Year-Old Back in 1878 a young man of 22 paid his dues for the first time to the Morning Star lodge, No. 18, Knights of Pythias, of Milton Mills. On Monday, after 71 years of membership, Timothy Connolly of 189 Wibird street, will be a guest of honor at the 49th annual session of the New Hamp&hire Grand lodge, Knights of Pythias, at the Rockingham hotel. The retired painter is the oldest Knight in New Hampshire and possibly the oldest, in length of service, in the United States. * * * CONNOLLY REFUSES to lay claim to the latter honor because "it's too tough to prove." But local officials of the organization are willing to put Connolly's record against any other in the nation. "Fraternal organizations have been my hobby-a great source of pleijsure in my life," Connolly claims. "For seven years, though, I've been less active than before. "Hard of hearing, you know," Hampshire native to become PresIn 1880 he became chancellor ident of the United States, held commander of the Morning Star that office when Connolly was born Lodge, Knights of Pythias, and at Union in 1856. the following year he was elected * * * treasurer of the group, a position AT THE AGE of 10 Connolly he held for 26 years. moved to Milton Mills, his resi- Connolly joined the Grand Lodge dence fo1· 80 years. Two years ago of New Hampshire in 1881. After he -moved to the Portsmouth home 50 years of continuous memberof his daughter, frs. 0. J. Hall. ship, the Grand Lodge gave him One of Connolly's early jobs was an honorary life membership. finishing department foreman of a He has been a member of the Milton Mills woolen company. The Odd Fellows for 65 years and 60 mill was razed by fire at the turn years ago he joined the Grand of the century, causing him to cast Lodge of Odd Fellows. He was aside 15 years experience as a fore- Noble Grand of the local lodge man and to adopt a new trade, con- in Milton Mills. tract painting. * * * He followed the new occupation TJJ E l\lASO S can also claim until he retired at the age of 76. his membership. He joined Unity - "Painting skill enabled me to lodge in Union and tile Columbia work at the Portsmouth navy yard Royal Arch chapter at Farmington. during World War I," he explains, "Guess I joined just about as adding, "the yard wasn't too much many as I could," Connolly muses. different then than now. And Monday night New HampTIMOTHY CONNOLLY "We had 10 sub- under con- shire'!, oldest Knight of Pythias structlon to keep us busy in 1917 ." will attend another lodge meeting, the 92-year-old lodge enthusiast But Connolly's first interest is for the passage of time has failed adds. his fraternal clubs. to dim his interest in his "hobby." Franklin Pierce, only New Plate of Beans for a Passenger ** ~ Re.calls *** **,* Cobbie the 'Good Old Days * Veteran Bass-voiced John Crowley has been a. cabble in Portsmouth for nigh on- mouth railroad station. A charter member of the now-defunct "Little Bowery A. C.," Crowley maintained a taxi stand at the local railroad station for many years. In the winters, years ago, Crowley drove a horse and buggy from the station. That's where Crowley struck up an acquaintance with Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle and Elaine Hammerstein, one-time silent movie stars. to 30 years and he's never seen the· local taxi industry In such a "confused mess." Crowley, who ls 50 and resides at 34 Linden street, has seen better • • • times. He can remember when the CROWLEY SAYS he often drove tares to New castle and the PortsArbuckle and Miss Hammerstein mouth naval base were $2.30 and from the railroad station to the tips were liberal. Marshall house at York Ha1·bor "But It looks like those days are when the stars made summer apgone forever," obServes Crowl~Y who pearances in this area. has spent most of his life behmd the Crowley remembers how Arbuckle wheel of a taxicab and for a time could never sit In the back seat of In the driver's seat of a Dobbin, , the old car because of his great powered hack. He now is employed . weight and always rode beside by the Lukas Taxi service on High 1 Crowley In the front compartment. street. Crowley also tells this ~tory The short and slender Crowley, about a woman he drove to the railwho once helped solve a $75,000 robroad station one day: bery here in Portsmouth, says _h e The woman puzzled the ticket longs for the old days when drivagent at the station when she asked ing a hack was considered "a proJOHN CROWLEY for a ticket to "Pancake Station." • •• "Beans and Humans" fession" by thll cnbbies. "It's a few miles out of town," she (Portsa:ioutb Herald photo) "We had good jobS In those days explained. but now have to struggle for a de"Pancake Station?" asked t'he cause he never got the reward moncent living wage," Crowley re- tion when he was robbed by one of dumbfounded agent. "I've never ey. minisced. the circus porters, and it so hapheard of It, perhaps you mean Crowley, who is married to the Breakfast Hill depot, ma'm," the • • • pened that the porter engaged "IN THE OLD DAY there was a Crowiey to drive him around town former Alice Connelly of Portsadded. mouth, also remembers the time he agent so-cent rare for one person and 25 the next day on a spending spree. "That's right mister, Breakfast responded to a call to take a plate Hill. I thought it had something to cents for each extra passenger. And Inspector Dennis J. Kelley, then or home-baked beans from a house you could travel anywhere in the a pat1·olman, was Investigating the on Union street to another address do with breakfast," said the woman. city for that." . • • • Crowley tells many lnterestmg case and learned that Crowley had on Aldrich road. "Beans or humans, they're still THERE'S STILL AN O T 11 ER tales of his experience as a cabbie, some helpful Information about It. story that Crowley tells about a crime-solver, counselor and wnat- Mix had offered a $1,000 reward to passengers," he phllosophlzed. high-ranking officer at the Portswhoever gave police enough infornot. "G1lhooley ," as he was called by mouth naval base many years ago. mation to lead to the thief's arrest. It was In July, 1929, that he w_on the old-time taxi riders, once drove It seems that the officer someprominence by assisting local police a goat from Maplewood avenu~ to times took aboard more than he in the recovery of $75,000 stolen AC'n 'G ON CROWLEY' TIP, from cowboy star Tom Mix while the police contacted authorities in Greenland and on another occas10n \ could handle at a local drinking and then hired Crowley to the westerner was appearing In concord where the porter was ar- carted a calf from Rye to the Ports- parlor drive him back to the base. Portsmouth with a circus. rested and brought back to this city. ) th /Please turn to page ree u ... __ In .._ .ncive.te .Pull~ - - - . . . i , 1 'ho- . . .. -< �One µlg)lt, with bhe officer in the back s.ea~· df his cab, Crowley was about to make his usual stop outside the base gate to identify himself to the guards. "Drive right through without stopping," the naval officer Instructed. "But sj.l.·," Crowley protested, "if I don't stop, the guards will shoot me." "I'll h 1g the first man who shoots you," said the admiral. Crowley, it need not be explained, stopped to identify himself. Like many another cab driver, Crowley has had many close calls with the stork but always has managed to get expectant mothers to the hospital in time. To the unexcitable Crowley, however, these memories have faded with time. At present he is more interested in the local taxi situation and believes he has a remedy for the industry's troubles. I Dale Stands .His Ground In Story Case Testimony A steady drone of negative anGregg questioned Dale about conswers from ex-Gov. Charles M. Dale Dale denied that he had ever bracts for building a warehouse for lulled one committeeman into a given Cote any fa~ors or that Cote's deep sleep yesterday as the state's company had ever done imy work the state llquor commission. Dale said he had "no personal reformer chief executive testified for !or him, personally, at any time. the second time before a legislative He likewise denied thp.t he had collection of the matter" and, when body Investigating the Story-Cote ever sent Cote to see !onner Comp- asked why, claimed that It happened mol'e than two years ago. contracts scandal. troller Story and telephoned St ory • • • _But Dale fil'mly stood his ground to "ta ke care of him." with categorical denials that he had He said Story told him abou t the THEh ATTORNEY then told Dale th at e wanted to find out if he any ad I r • ~ 1 vance n ormat1on about an Manchester contractor, saying, "This knew, prior to the breakin f th O expose ~f the case In the New Cote seems to be quite a fellow. He I Story case In the New Hg shi e Hlatmpshire su nd ay News. He in- can get materials when no one else ' Sunday News March 7 1 thret s s ed also that he had no detailed can." , t ' • • a information about the contracts incerdain etxhpenditures were being volved. The natty, grey-suited Dale show- ma e on e liquor warehouse. • • • While Rep. Leonard B. Peever of ed anger or.ly once during the Jeng. Dale gave affirmative answers to CROWLEY HAS a five-point "peace plan" of his own: Salem slumbered Dal~ pa d thy hearmg. Sen. Robert P. Bing- / five ol 14 questions, and negative I questions with lo~-toned ans:e:s / ham, Manchester Democrat, stirred answers to the remaining nine. such as, "I don't know," "I wouldn't up his ire with questions about the He denied knowing that the con(1) Establish a fair minimum for think so," "I did not," "I do not," $50,000 emergency fund available to tra~ts were let on a "cost plus" one to 'three passengers wlthin the and "I can't say." the state's executive department. basis. city limit. • • • Bingham opened his questioning He explained that the warehouse (2) Place strict control of the . RARELY DID Dale give his queswith the remal'k "governor, you was to be bunt because ol the large taxi industry in the hands of the t10ners more than the briefest of haven't l'emembered anythirlg very inventory in liquor which was being police department "as it was in the answers, although mol'e than 100 I wel) today. Can you remember what stored in a private warehouse. old days." persons jammed the hearing room in expenditures were made in 1948 But Dale said he did not know when the first of $160,000 appropri(3) Prohibit taxis from •cruising the state library in expectation of from the emergency funds?" "fueworks." Tlie ex-governor said that travel ated In the capital budget act of the city in search of business. 1947 was spent and he did not know Dale told reporters after the hearexpenses for the councilors and per what work was done first. (4) Require cab owners t o have diem for them were taken from the their vehicles inspected more often . lng that he had "no intention" -of Dale was not sure how many bid'than now required under state law. ders were interested in getting the cross examining Mrs. Iris Nolan, emergency fund . "In 1947," he added, "we sent the I state's contracts for structural steel. (5) Allow each taxi firm to assign secretary to the ousted comptroller "I knew of my own knowledge that only one cab to the Fleet street Stephen B. Story. She told the com- American Legion drum corps to mittee a few days ago that Dale had New York City wi th money from · steel was hard to get. There may taxi stand. have been only one bid but I knew "If that doesn't settle the prob- advance knowledge that the con- the !und." "What emergency was that?'• de- what the steel situation was," he I lem, nothing w!}l," asserted Crow- tracts scandal was to break into the manded Bingham. said. ley, who emphasized that he is not ! open. • • • "It wasn't an absolute emerIn Dale's opinion, "conscientious" a spokesman for any taxi firm or orTHE INVESTIGATIO was con- gency," Dale admitted, "but it was efforts were made to get bidders on ganizations. fined to questions by the cow1sel for not the first time It was ever done." the steel. But he admitted that U • • • • • • steel was bougiht without compet!THE VETERAN CABBIE doesn't the so-called PIilsbury committee AT BINGHAM'S insistence, Dale tive bids, then the pro\isions of the think much of the council's plan to and Dale's clipped answers. Apparently even the bulk of the added other items taken from the 1947 capital budget act concerning divide the clty into five taxi zones and establish uniform rates based committee members found the emergency fund. He included $15,- open, competitive blading were vio"show" dull. They slowly drifted ooo for the 1948 Governors confer- lateti. on a 25-cent minimum. He was not "able to say" whether Crowley says his chief project is from the hearing room as the ques- \ ence in the list but said that only or not he knew Story engaged the to "insure the public's safety" by tioning continued over thl'ee hours $7,200 of that was used. "Was that an emergency?" Bing- Standard Construction Co., for the requiring that all taxicabs be rein- until, finally, only four of the 10warehoUse job. Further, he assumed spected wlthln 45 days after each man committee remained at the end. ham asked. Besides reviewing the contracts "I suppose it wasn't," Dale replied, that all work went out on bids. quarterly inspection. He also feels that elther the city and searching questions by Atty then raising his volse, "If I hadn't But Dale pleaded that "so many" council or the police department Hugh Gregg as to the former gov- personally backed the conference it contracts come before the governor should keep a watchful eye on taxi ernor's knowledge of Story's alleged would not have come to New Hamp- and council that he would not be drivers who "case" beer parlors. allocation of contracts without bids, Ishire. A client of mine and mYSelf able to say whether a particular According to Crowley it is a reg- the lawyers probed into Dale's per- stood ready to finance it. if neces- one came up !or discussion or not. ular practice for cabbies to line up sonal relations with Donat F. Cote, sary." However, Dale maintained that three or four patrons in a beer es- president of the Standard ConBingham said, "About $8,000 of State Treasurer F. Gordon Kimball tablishment about 10:30 at night structlon Co., which received many that went to the Hotel Wentworth, was not In a position to know If an and drive them to Salisbury and 1of the questioned contracts. $700 for badges and $834 for refresh- appropriation had been overdrawn. other Massachusetts communities Dale admitted he had known Cote ments such as state J1quor commls• • • for a "last call." since 1938. And, while the stocky slon merchandise. "Do you honest"I THOUGHT at first he would Crowley doesn't think a 50-cent • Cote hung on the edge of his chair ly think that was an e~ergency, be," Dale explained. "But after my local minimum rate would be too listening to each word, Dale said governor? " testimony a few days ago, I talked high, but contends that the city that Cote helped him in a political Dale answered that he believed with Kimball and he told me that counci,l should assure the public's campaign that year. that was what the General Court the monies he handles come from safety before considering such a had in mind when It set up the general funds. The only way he'd "I was running for the state Senfund. He defended the conference know of overdrafts is if he accumurate. His main gripe: The city council ate at the time," Dale said. "I met spendlng as of "Immense value to lated enough data." Ml' Cote down around Portsmouth, has been thinking too much of the Dale admitted that he had never or that section somewhere. He was the state." "public's pocketbook" and too lit- working on a fed~ral project." Bingham closed his questioning on inquired Into the progress of the tle of the public's safety. "Did you .discuss politics?" he was the emergency fund, by asking 1f work on the liquor warehouse and Dale did not think there should be that he did not know that only the asked. "some strings" on bhe emergency foundation work had been done. "Politics came into the converse.- fund. The former chief executive detion," Dale replied. "If the General Court so wishes," fended work done apparently Ith• • • Dale answered. out contract at state hospital as D ALE SAID that he did not 6ee Prior to his skirmish with Bing"necessary in order to get the Cote after that year, "except pos-1 ham, Dale underwent examination sibly once.'' until 1944 when he met foundation in before cold weather." by Gregg on the various phases of him In Manchester. Cote told him, Dale said, that he was in the con- the Story contract scandal. I ;!t I I' I tracting business for himself. 45' �He admitted that work should have come under the competitive bidding section of the 1947 act "but in the intere.st of good tiusines.s, it had to be done." Rep. George H. Edson, a Democratic committeeman from West Lebanon, asked Dale if, as a lawyer, he would advise a client to break a law if there seemed good reason to do so. Dale answered, "No." The committee's attorneys read three letters into the records and asked Dale if he was familiar with them. He admitted ·he "must have seen" one addressed to Stor,y by the superintendent of the Laconia state school. He was reluctant in admitting that his initial appeared on the letter, remarking, "That's a very unusual way for me to sign my name but it looks like my writing.'' ~ = ~ = - - - - - -_ l\\) Tacks 1 *** * on*27*Long,q Sgt. Leon Denis Looks Back Years *** in the Army Let's Get Down to Brass Gray-haired, 51-year-old Sgt. Leon F. Denis of the Portsmouth organized reserve corps office is a walking army manual. The veteran of 27 years in the regular army can tell you almost anything about the army, past and present, from how to build a pillbox to how to equip 20,000 recruits a month. In fact, he once wrote an article telling the army how to go about training its soldiers. It was no cut and dried treatise, but a straight-from-the-shoulder blast at training methods then in use. • • • Sergeant Denis wrote the article HE LATER DE IED any knowledge of letters bearing his name in 1936, and told the army what being destroyed as was claimed last I it took months of combat in World week by Mrs. Nolan during testi- War II to learn the hard waynamely, to "cut out the eyewash and mony before the committee. Under insistent questioning by get down to brass tacks." * * * Sena.tor Bingham, Dale admitted HE WENT O to urge the army that he had not checked to find out where the contracts were for to stop polishing buttons and get out into the field where it could various state jobs. "Did you ever ask Story to total learn how to fight. Published in the Infantry Journal, the article up the work out on contract?" was included in the Infantry Jourasked Bingham. · It was durin ~ this "hilch," or "I don't believe I did," Dale said. nal Reader that appeared in 1943 enlistment period, that Congress an anthology of the best Journai ''Nor did any member of the counpassed a law extending the grade articles over the last 75 years. cil." of private first class to the infanSergeant Denis also extended try, and Sergeant Denis was among Throughout the three-hour seshis talents to the administrative sion, Dale reiterated that be had the comparatively few to get !tis no advance knowledge of the con- end of the quartermaster corps. stripe by an act of Congress. Shortly after World War II he tracts scandal until the story He got out of the army after the "broke" in the Sunday News on submitted a plan recommending a clothing money allowance system. border incident, but was right back Hii: plan was combined with sev- in when World War I started servMarch 7. ing with the l04th infantry' regiHe disputed previous testimony by eral others and adopted. A civilian at the outbreak of ment of the famed Yankee DiviAlbert Baker, his secretary, and Mrs. throughout its campaign in Iris Nolan, Story's secretary, that World War II, he offered his ser- sion France. · vices but was turned down behe was told by Story that newsmen Pa~t of the time he was busy cause of his age. were investigating the contracts. What the army lo t in an active keepmg the front line troops sup"On the Friday before the news story came out, what did Story say duty soldier it more than made un plied with bullets and bully beef. to you in your office?" quizzed in an able director in charge of serving in an outfit that had only cantankerous mules for transportaBingham. issuing clothing and equipage at tion. "I wouldn't be able to say. I don't Fort Devens, Mass., from 1940 to * •• think he told me about the report- 1946. MOST OF HIS overseas duty ers," Dale answered. * * * came with division headquarters, Dale said that he had not told the UNDER HI DIRECTION, the operating rail heads that followed council of Story's offer to resign army took in an ayerage of 20,000 because be wanted Story's report draftees a month, put them stark the line of battle. His closest call on the contracts completed before he naked in one end of a long build- came when th Germans decided handed in his resignation. ing and turned them out at the to shell the city of Cambrai, France, He explained that the resigna- other end two hours later, fully while his unit was there. tion itself did not "say anything" equipped with fitted clothing, During his travels in France he but added that Story told him over from socks to helmet liners. had time to strike up acquaintthe phone on the Sunday the news The sergeant is a native of Lynn ances with Capt. "Eddie" Rickenca.me out he would resign raither Mass., where he now lives with hi~ backer and his famous squadron than "embarrass" the governor. wife, commuting between Ports- of flyers, whom he described as ·•a Prodded by state sen. Charles F. mouth and Lynn on weekends. cocky, rough and ready gang." Hartnett of Dover, Dale admitted A? immaculate soldier, who- lo_o_ks_ , Back in this country with his that he assumed story was an "ex- as if he could pass inspection at whole skin, h.e was discharged in perienced, trustworthy employe" and any hour of the day, he began his 1919 only to reenlist in 1920 in the that it was not neoossaxy to check ~my career in 1916 when he quarte1·master corp where he on his work. Joined the 8th Massachusetts In- earned his sergeant's stripes. During the questioning on his refantry regiment at the age of 18. * • • lations with Cote, Dale admitted Two months later he found himself ERGEA •r DE IS decided early that Cote had tried to see him after o~ th~ banks of th e Rio Grande in the game that it didn't pay to the Sunday News story was pub- ri~·er m Texa . looking for the war stay too long in one place, especiallished. ~\·ith Mexico that ne ver material- ly if the grass looked greener in Dale denied that Cote had ever ized. some other outfit. From 1920 to made any direct offer to surrender 1939 he hopped from outfit to out* * * the books to him. fit, was discharged several times WHILE DODG ING sniper bul• • • lets o_n the border, he was one of and even bought his way out once for $40. a_ umt. to test the first mobile field kitchen used by the army. It was a wood burning contraption mounted on four wheels and hauled by a horse or muie. During that period he served with two engineer regiments, worked on fortifications at Pearl Hai·bor, joined and left seve1·al quartermaster outfits and took a "bust" or reduction in rank, from sergeant to private to join the 35th infantry. He will retire in less than three years-but not to a chicken farm. I * * * WITH O LY A YEAR and a half of official high school education behind him, he plans to attend college on the GI bill. He doesn't have to worry aboutthe entrance requirements either. \ He has continuously studied during bis spare time and now holds an army equivalent of a high school education. He isn't sure just what he wants to study, but will probably head towards business administl"alion, since he has already taken Armed Forces Institute courses in that field. And afte r that, it may be a busine s career for the restless sergeant-but yo u never can tell. r I I I \3 Dondero Nqmed Delegatii>n-Clerk Rep. Mary c. Dondero of Portsmouth has been named as clerk of Rockingham county's delegation to state Legislature. The Republican majority picked a. Derry man, Rep. Harold w. Corson, to serve as chairman of the 46member delegation. Mr. Corson succeeds former Rep. Remick C. Laighton of Portsmouth as county delegation chairman. Mr. Laighton is now serving as "watch dog" on Gtneral Court appropriation bU!s. Mrs. Dotidero replaces Carl M. Fogg of Deerfield. �., Eugene Daniell, 86, Ex-Local Resident, Dies in franklin 7A Eugene Sanger Daniell. 86, of Franklin, former representative to the New Hampshire Legislature from Portsmouth and prominent paper mill executive and datry farmer, died yesterday at the Franklin hospital 11fter a brief illness. Funeral services were to be held today for Mr. Daniell, son o! the late Hon. Warren F. Daniell, representative to the United States Congress, and the late Abbie (Sanger) Daniell. He is the father of Mayor and State Senator Eugene S. Daniell, Jr., of Franklin. Mr. Daniell was born April 7, 1863, in Franklin and attended Franklin schools and entered the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, studying with the class of t 1988. / He left in his sophomore year and accepted an executive posi1tion with the Fall Mountain Paper company in Bellows Falls, Vt. Later he became associated with paper mills in Augusta and Piercefield, N. Y., and later returned to Franklin to relieve his father as superintendent of the Winnipesaukee Paper company. His father was one of the leading paper manufacturers in New Hampshire 50 years ago, In 1899 Mr. Daniell married Mary A. Haines, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Martin H!l.!ne.s of Lakeport. Guest Editorial Maine, and especially graduates of the Maine Mairtime academy, will regret the passing of Rear Adm. Douglas E. Dismukes. As first superintendent of the academy, his grand record of seamanship, his warm personality, and his powers of persuasion, did much to keep that particular ship on an even keel in its stormy beginnings. What Other Papers Say was due in the first instance to Captain Dismukes' standing order that watertight doors should be closed at all times while at sea. And next it was due to the doctrine he had preached to his ·men that one hit would not sink the ship if every man played bis full part. The - skipper was confident that th e Mt. Vernon still had buoyancy He -was a natural seaman, with enough to get her back to Brest, the instinct for right action in a and headed her for the land. There crisis. Perhaps he never showed was mad work in the engine-room, this instinct better than as skipper llie carpentet·'s gang shori,ng Ut/ of the great t ransport Mt. Vernon, bulkheads, the engineers getting when she was torpedoed in Septem- steam pressure up again. Captain ber, 1918, coming home from Brest Dismukes laid his course for the with 400 wounded soldiers. French port, but he had to reckon The torpedo went through the with the fa ct that his compass Mt. Vernon's outer skin about might have been thrown out of amidships. The concussion was whack; and the night was pilchterrific. Boilers collapsed, 750 tons black, with gunshots of wind. When he ,should have raised the of coal was blown clean out of the ship. The torpedo had unluckily light, and didn't, he , said to the struck at the changing of the quartermaster, "Try fifteen minwatch, an d in the firerooms 35 men utes more on this course" at the were dead. The ship settled 10 feet risk of running into unknown reefs. in the water. And th en suddenly he raised the light. His calculations had been ac-j That she did not sink outright curate.-Portland Press Herald. Local Marine Hero To Be Buried in ~ ~r~~?~!~!~ m~~~~.: :.; Tinian Island, July 24, 1944, Is to be burled In Arlington National cemetery, The body of Cpl. W. L. Denman, 26, husband of Mrs. Theresa (Miroscile) Denman of 115 Deer street, have been returned to the United States by the armv transport, Dalton Victory. Corporal Denman, the father of I one son, Daniel Evan~ Denman, was married to the former Miss rheresa Mlrosu!e on June 7, 1941. He went overseas In January, 1944. The corporal was awarded the Purple Heart, Silver Star, American / Defense, Asiatic-Pacific, Victory and Good Conduct medals. He was born Feb. 24, 1918 in Charleston, Miss., the son of Daniel E. and Lessie G. (Duke) Evans. Besides his Wife, son and parents, Corporal Denman ls survived by two sisters and two brothers. I • • • THEY MOVED to Greenland where Mr. Daniel! bought the old Pierce farm on Great Bay and operated a dairy farm. While maintaining his !aim there, , he took charge of paper mills 1n Augusta and Piercefield, N. Y. After retll•ing from paper mill and farming operations, he moved to Middle street, Portsmouth, where he resided for several years. A few years ago he returned to FrankUn. I He was a major in the United States ordinance department in Washington, D. C., during World War.I. Besides his wife and son, he leaves a daughter, Mrs. Vivian Gianelloni of Havana; two other sons, Warren 1F. Daniell of Mlllinocket, Me., and Martin H. Daniell of New Haven, Conn.; one brother, Jere R . Daniell o! Franklin, and 12 grandchildren. Funeral services were to be conducted this afternoon at the Franklin Unitarian church by Dr. Gustave Lining, pastor. Miss Ethel Sanborn was to be organist. Burial was sohedulect for Franklin cemetery with Alexis Proctor, Kendrick Packett and R.1ymond Clifton, all of Franklin, and Robert Chalmers of Tilton, as active bearers. Honorary bearers were to be Charles Douphinett, Joseph Barnes, Dr. James Woodman and Gene / Shaw, Sr., all of Franklin. t: ADMIRAL DISMUKES lP -- . tendent. He left the aca(lemy post in May, 1945. ADMIRAL DISMUKES came to He graduated from the U. S. the Portsmouth paval base as naval academy in 1890. He commandant in January, 1923 commended by the War departwith the rank of captain and was retired Oct. 1, 1925, on his 56th . ment for landing a force from his birthday. He was promoted to the ship, the USS Petrel, at Porto Cortex, Honduras, in February, 1912 rank of rear admiral at that time and protecting an American railin recognition of his achievement in bringing back to port, in the . road there during an uprising. He was also commended for summer of 1918, the troopship heading the operation of breaking Mount Vernon after it had been the ice in the channel from Baltitorpedoed. more, Md., to the sea during the A native of Macon, Miss., Ad- winter of 1918. It was in Septem• miral Dismukes made his home at ber, 1918, while be was captain of 32 Livermone avenue after his re- the USS Mount Vernon that it was tirement in 1925. He first enlered torpedoed while returning to this city government in 1935 when he country with a load of wounded served one term as councilman soldiers from France. at-large. Admiral Dismukes was comHe was elected to two terms on mandant of the Newport, R I., nathe school board in 1938 md again val training station from 1919 to in 1939. He was active .,in Demo- '21, served as captain of the USS cratic politics here. · Nevada and served on the USS TenOn Oct. 1, 1941, he ecame, su- nessee. perintendent of the Maine Mari-time academy at Castine, and was Besides his wife, be leaves a son, called back to active duty in Febru- Douglas E. Dismukes, Jr., of Philaary, 1942, remaining as superin- delphia and Miss Judith Lee Dismukes, a school teacher in a sublPlease turn to page three) w·ban Philadelphia school and was / Admiral Dismukes, Former Councilman, Dies in Philadelphia / I Rear Admiral Douglas E. Dismukes, (USN, ret.) former commandant of the Portsmouth naval base city councilman and school board member, died at the Philadelphia naval hospital Saturday after a long illness. The BO-year-old veteran of 42 years naval service had been ill for the past two years. He was transferred to the Philadelphia naval hospital from the Portsmouth naval hospital in August. His widow is also a patient at the Philadelphia naval hospital, where she was admitted in November. * * * I thrP..P Or..!llnrln'hilrl .. - - �Local Sergeant Deborah Freiman, Buried With Crew Civic Leader Here, In Mass Rites ~ .. Dies in N. Y. Hotel I fy'" Military funeral services for T / Sgt. Robert Louis Fetter, AAF, of Portsmouth were held recently at a group burial service at Long Island national cemetery, Pinelawn, Mrs. Deborah Freiman, 72, of 10 Willard avenue, one of Porumouth's mo.st prominent charity workers and philanthropists, died unexpectedly tod:ly at the Barblzon Plaza, New York City. The 'Yldow of Hyman Freiman, cne-tlme owner of the Bond Jewelry store, Portsmouth, she was en route to Florida with Mr. and Mr:;. Samuel M. Cohea and their daughter, Eunice, of 62 Fleet street, for a vacation when sne was taken 111. A resident of Portsmouth 'for at least nine years, Mrs. Freiman was well-known throughout the state tor her charity work. She was born in Holland and came to this country as N. Y . Mass rites were held for the five crew members of Sergeant FPtter's plane which was shot down over northern Ita!¥ Nov. 11, 1944. CHARLES T. DURELL Durell Appointed ¥ Deputy Ruler of~" State Elks todges 'Y Oha.rles T. Duren, prominent member of the local Eilts lodge, today was appointed to the office of District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler of New H11mpshire's 11 lodges. Durell, who has long been active in local, state and national Elks organizations, was named to the post by National Grand Exalted Ruler Emmett T. Anderson of Seattle, Wash. In 1945 Durell served as Grand Inner Guardian with the national grand lodge and he is a past president of the State Elks association. In addition he Is a past exalted ruler of the local lodge, • • • DURING THE PAST five years he has been chairman of the Elks national hospital committee. The com- mittee has staged monthly shows at the Portsmouth naval hospital. Durell makes his home at 480 Richards avenue and he is New England sales supervisor for a large wholesale food company. The 11 lodges in his jurisdiction include those In Portsmouth, Keene, Claremont, Nashua, Manchester, Concord, Berlin, Dover, Rochester s Franklin and Laconia. ' A native of Portsmouth, Sergeant Fetter was born Feb. 28, 1923, the son of Mrs. Louis E. Fetter of 383 Islingtoµ street and the late Mr. Fetter. He attended St. Patrick's parochial school and Portsmouth high school. I • Before enlisting in tlhe air corps, he was employed as an apprr.ntlce m.acllinist at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. He received basic tralnini{ at Sioux Falls, S. D.; Yuma, Ariz., and Columbia, s. C., before going overseas with a. 12th air force B25 bombardment group. Besides his mother, he Is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Martin N. Hendrick of Brooklyn, N. Y., Mrs. Josepli Brennan of Schenectady, N. Y., and Mrs. Fred Meding of Astoria, Long Island. Group Studying 'j 30 State Education MRS. DEBORAH FREIMAN New Hampshire's state educational facilities soon will come under the scrutiny of a tour-man committee appointed yesterday by Gov. Sherman Adams as part of the reorganization commission. a young girl. She lived In Boston before moving to this city, • • • MRS. FREIMAN was past president of the Boston Society of Jewish Women which consists of more than 800 members. She also was a member of Temple Israel, Portsmouth, and the Jewish temple by the same name In Boston. Other affiliations Included the Rep. Rae s. Laraba of Portsmouth, secretary of the state judicial council, heads the committee on education. Other members are Henry Philips, faculty member of Phillips-Exeter academy; Albert S. Baker of Concord and Robert English, state representative and retired official of the state department's foreign service. oraflort club, Women's City club; Portsmouth Chapter of Hadassah; National Council of Jewish Women; Amrad literary society of Boston; the United Jewish Appeal of which she was chairman of the women's division; Portsmouth's Community Chest; former ch!Ul'man of. the Business, Professional and Indus-1 trial division of the local Chamber of Commerce; and the Associated Philanthropies. \ Mrs. Freiman also was noted for her unselfish devotion to the cause of the blind. Her husband died about two yea.rs ago. Her only survivors are nieces and nephews. • • • THE COMl\UTTEE will conduct a su rvey of all educational activities at the state level, including the University of New Hampshire at Durham, the teachers' colleges at Keene and Plymouth, the trade schools at Portsmouth and Manchester, and the state department of education at Concord. When results of the survey are compiled, recommendations will be made to the state reorganization comm1Ss1on in accordance with legislation enacted by the 1949 session providing for a reorganization of the state government of New Hampshil'e. I 1 Former Pasfor-,\,f\ Of St. John's Church Succumbs in South The Rev. Maxwell Gan ter, 70, pastor of St. John's Episcopal church in Portsmouth from 1925 to 1941 , died yesterday in Hendersonville N° · C., in the 40th year of his pri;st~ hood. Father Ganter was ordained a deacon in 1910 and the next year was ordained as a priest at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine New York City, ' In the years 1912 and 1913 he was priest-In-charge of Christ church at New Haven, Conn. He acted as curate at St. Mark's church in Philadelphia and at Grace ' chw·ch Newark. ' After four yea.rs as rector of St . Ignatius church, New York City. ' Father Ganter entered the World ~ar I army and served as chaplain with t~e. _35 6th Infantry regiment, 89th dlVISlOn, during combat in France. Father Gan ter first came to New Hampshire following the war when he was _rector at St. Barnabas church in Berlin. He began his pastorate of St. John's church on May 4 1925 and ended it 16 years later 0 ; Nov' 10, 1941. . From Portsmouth Father Ganter went to a pastorate in Lincolnton N. C., and on his retirement a fe~ years ago he took up residence in Hendersonville. Father Ganter was a na.iive of Akron, Ohio, the son of the Rev. R. L. Ganter. He is survived by his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Frank W. Oliver and a grandson. Burial is to be in Akron. �Reginald Goldsmith Heads Beniamin Goldberg, Gray Brothers~.s Antiques Dea·Ier, Of New Castle New Hampshire Ma~~1 Dies in South ~ 1 A Polltsmouth man has been Mr. Goldsmith began his Masonic 1 elected grand master of the New career in June, 1911, in St. John's Funeral services were being ar- 1 Hampshire Grand Lodge of Masons Two New Castle brothers w!IJ visit/ lodge, oldest lodge in the United ranged today for Benjamin Goldfor the first time in nearly 50 years. ~ortsmouth, England, on a naval States in continuous exls~nce, when berg, 56, of 264 Lafayette road, one 1rulse next month and they may Reginald E. Goldsmith was elect- he was elevated· to the Master Maof Portsmouth's best-known resibear greetings from officials of this ed titular head of New Hampshire son degree. dents and businessmen, who died city. Masons last week at the annual Saturday night a t St. Leo's hos- 1 • They are Midshipman W. Scott meeting of the Grand lodge in pita!, Greensboro, N. C., after a HE SERVED RS worshipful master Gray, III, 21, of the U. s. naval Concord. He succeeds Harold L. of the lodge in 1919. He has also short illness. academy, and Thomas F. Gray, 20, a Cady of Conway who has served served as high priest of Washington Mr. Goldberg, proprietor of an the past two years. Holy Cross freshman and member Royal Arch chapter, thrice UJustrl- / antique firm 9n Lafayette road, Mr. Goldsmith ls a, member of ous master of Davenport council, of the NROTC at tbe Massachusetts was en route home from a southern college. St. John's lodge No. 1. John R. Royal and Select Masters, thrice pobusiness trip with his son-ln-law, Holbrook of St. John's lodge was tent master of the Ineffable lodge The youths, sons of Mr. and Mrs. elected grand master in 1870. Form- of Perfection, sovereign prince of George Smith of Middle street, Walter S. Gray of Oliver street, New when he was stricken Ill. er Mayor John Pender, grand mas- the John Christle council, Princes Castle, will leave Hampton Roads, ter in 1892-93, was the last Ports- of Jerusalem, past most wise masVa., on di!!erent ships June 6. MidHis wife, Katherine E. Goldberg, mou th man to hold the office. ter of the New Hampshire Rose daughter, Mrs. Adele Smith, and shipman Gray will be assigned to • • • Croix chapter of Dover and the I son, Seaman David Goldberg, U. s. the de troyer USS Rich, while his A NATIVE of Portsmouth, Mr. present lieutenant commander of coa.st guard of Boston, were with brother will be aboard the battleship Goldsmith wlll be head of the the New Hampshire Consistory of him at the time of his death. They USS Missouri. 16,000 Masons in the state for two Nashua. left for North Carolina after receiv- 1 • • • years. He was born Oct. 13, 1886, In addition he ls a member of the Ing news of his lllness Thursday. MAYOR CECIL M. NEAL rethe son of Oliver J. Goldsmith, Supreme council, 33rd degree Maported he was preparing a greeting i well known Boston and Maine lo- sons of the Northern Masonic jurisPROMINENT I JEWISH activi- ' for officials of Portsmouth, Engcomotive engineer. diction. ties throughout New England, Mr.' land, and said there was a possibiliHe was retired last August from Mrs. Goldsmith ls the former Miss Goldberg was a member of Temple ty that navy authorit es may perthe Portsmouth naval shipyard as Marion Leach of this city. The Israel, Portsmouth Zionis t district mit the Gray brothers to present master of the inside machine shop. couple reside on the Brackett road. and Southern New Hampshire the messa$'e to the Englishmen. A past vice president of the Mas- and have two sons, former Mayor • Lodge Of B'nai B'rlth . The two ships, part or a large ter's and Foremen's association, he Kennard E Goldsmith chief innavy group, are expected to arrive A native of Boston, Mr. Goldberg was past chairman of the Portland spector in the New Ha~pshlre moln Portsmouth June 17 and ret hapter of the American Society of tor vehicle department, and Law- came to Portsmouth about 10 years main there until June 25 when ago and resided here since. Tool Engineers. rence L. Goldsmith of this city. / they are slated to leave for Cuba. Besides his wife, daughter and Th vessels are to stay in Cuba son, Mr. Goldberg ls survived by from J uly 8 to July 20 and then three si.ster8, Mrs. Benjamin Mar~;~n to Hampton Roads by July/ cus of BrookJine, Mass., Mrs. Max Salsberg and Mrs. Benjamin DiaThe elder brother was graduated mond, both of Miami, Fla.; a from Portsmouth high school In 1946 brother, Jack Goldberg of Brookand attended the University o'f New line; and a grandchild. Hampshire under the navy's V-6 Charles w. Gray, WHEE news reporter, was presented a distinguished Former residents of Brookline, program until 1947. He later went to service award by Portsmouth's Oentral Veterans council Wednesday night Mr. and Mrs. Goldberg were marPensacola for pre-flight training as for his "unselfish interests and helpfulness to all veterans," rled in Halifax, N. S., Jan. 25, 1925. a naval air corps cadet. He entered Annapolfs last June foJiowlng his The presentation was made by appointment by U. S. Rep. Chester Ralph H. Atwell, council president, E. Merrow of New Hampshire. at a special gathering a t the Amer- He introduced Joseph H. Cullen, Sr., Thomas Gray was graduated from ) ican Legion home of various mili- a leader in various local military organizations, who paid tribute to Portsmouth hlgh school last year tary organization representatives. and was class president. He is a The award cited Gray for "out- Gray. Cullen also read a poem in freshman at Holy Cross. the reporter's honor. stand1ng services to the veterans Ralph Martell, commander-elect CONCORD, May 11 (AP)-J. D. organizations of Portsmouth." of the Emerson Hovey Veterans of Hartford, publisher of The Ports• • • Foreign Wars post; Alex Moore of mouth Herald, has been designated THE CERTIFICATE also empha- the United Spanish War Veterans organizin~ chairman for a new sized that "he has given unstinting- post; and Charles Green, a repreorganization of New Hampshire's ly of his time, talents and r adio an- sentative of the Sons of the Union afternoon daily newspaper publis'hnouncements which have been most veterans group, also spoke. ers. heartening to the veterans organizaAt a meeting here yesterday, attions." regimem. tended by the publishers, decision Richard A. Pinkham, Frank E. - - - - -- -- - - - - - - - was made to form the association. Booma American Legion post offi-, It was ten tatively called llhe New 1cal, was chairman of arrangements. 0 I IV Hampshire Daily Newspaper Pub- 'Envoys to England .. .. I Charles Gray Honored For Service to Veterai s Hartford Hea ds New Organization Of Publishers p t C •t y N a t • e~ . assooiation. A War de d M e da I \,'\ llshers Regular meetings are r ,1. planned to A former Port mouth man has exchange information and to cobeen awarded the Legion of Merit operate in activities of interest to 1 for outstanding service while execu- all. tlve officer of the U. S. stra tegic J Represented at the meeting were bombing survey from October, 1944, the Claremont Eagle, Keene Sentinel, · to April, 1948. Nashua Telegraph, Concord Monitor, Lt. Col._ Charles }furley, now chief ' Laconia Citizen, Dover Democrat of the air 'forces materiel branch, 1and The Portsmouth H-,,aJd. was awarded the decoration during ceremonies in Washington. I Colonel Hurley was born in Portsmouth, Dec. 23, 1907, and attended the University of New Hampshire for two years. He transferred to Holy Cross college and was graduated in 1930. · He entered the air force in May. 1942, and was commissioned in the regular air force in November, 1947. I I tf? �Portsmouth Cousins 'J ll Ordained as Priests Two Portsmouth cousins were ordained for the priesthood this morning in Manchester. Robert Francis Griffin, son of Dr. and Mrs. Samuel F. Griffin of 383 Miller avenue, and his cousin, Michael J . Griffin, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Griffin, Sr., of 243 Wibird street, were ordained in st. Joseph's cathedral, Manchester, this morning. The Mo.st Rev. Matthew F. Brady, D.D., bishop of Manchester, flclated at the ceremony. The Rev. Michael Griffin celebrate his first mass at Church of the Immaculate Conception at 11 :45 am tomorrow. He will be assisted by the Rev. Thomas F. Duffy, curate of the local church as assistant priest, the Rev. Robert Griffin, deacon; the R.ev. Joseph Desmond, curate or · st. Macy's church of Newmarket, subdeacon, and the Rev. Louis I. cunney, D.D., a professor at St. John's seminary, Brighton, Mass., preacher. • • • OTHER OFFICERS of the mass will Include the Rev. Paul Clark of Dover, master of ceremonies; the Rev: Francis Greene of Dover, thurlfer, and Thomas Ahearn and James Shanley, both of Portsmouth, acolytes. Music for the mass will be under the direction of Mrs. Howard P. Jackson, ohurch organist. Father Griffin, a. graduate of Portsmouth high school, attended St. Anselm's college in Manchester, St. Thomas' seminary in Bloonfield, Conn., st. Paul's seminary in Ottawa, canada, and st. John's seminary. • • • The Rev. Leroy Cooney of st. John's seminary will be the preacher. Father Griffin was graduated from Portsmouth high and also attended St. ,Anselm's college, st. Thomas', st. Paul's and st. John's seminaries. He Is a brother of Dr. s. Gerard Griffin, city physician. Two recently-ordained PortsThe woman who taught the wife 1 mouth priests have been assigned of the former president of China, to pastorates in Exeter and Berlin. Chiang Kai-shek, to speak English, The Rev. Michael J. Griffin, sQn died today in her home, 8 Newof Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Griffin march street, Kittery. of 243 Wibird street, has been ash. l f signed to st. Kieran's church in Madam C 1ang was on Y one o Berlin while his cousin. the Rev the many persons who learned ·tr· ·f d. \ English at Dana Hall school, e F . G n m, son o O r. an d . th Rob Mrs. rt Samuel F. Griffin of 383 Mill- Wellesley, urmg e _many years er avenue, was appointed to s t. Miss Mabel I. Jenkins headed Michael's church in Exeter. that department. The appointments are among The retired teacher was born in · those announced Saturday by Most Richmond, Me., on Jan . 11, 1866, Rev. Matthew F. Brady, D. D ., bis- the daughter of Selden F. and Emhop of Manchester. The new assign- \ ma M. Jenkins. ments are effective • • was • one of the I • • •Friday. HER FATHER AT THE SAME TIME Bisho1> [ounders of Richmond academy in Brady announced transfer of the that town but in 1871 moved to \ Rev. Walter C. Blankenship, form- Kittery to take up employment at erly of the Church of the Immacu- the Portsmouth naval shipyard. late Conception, Portsmouth j;o the Miss Jenkins attended Kittery's post of chaplain at St. Patrick's public schools and entered Gororphanage in Manchester. Father ham Normal school in 1882. After Blankenship has been serving at graduation she taught in Kittery, St. Joseph's church in Dover where Calais and in Nortt. Hampton. he will be replaced by the Rev. JosShe matriculated al Wellesley eph Desmond of St. Mary's church in 1888, graduating with the Class in Newmarket. of 1892 . In September, 1894, she The Rev. Gerald Jowal of St. assumed a teaching position in the Kleran's church will go to St. English and history departments · Mary's church. ol Willimantic Normal school, The Rev. Robert Griffin celebrated his first mas.s at the Church Willimantic, Conn. * * * FORTY Y EARS AGO she beof the Tunmaculate Conception yescame a teacher of English, and terday. He was assisted by the Rev. later department head, at the Dana Charles •Leddy of Epping as assis- Hall school. She also taught at 'tant deacon; the Rev. Michael J. summer sessions in Hampton instiGriffin as deacon and the Rev. tute, Hampton, Va. During the years, 1892-1895 she was in charge Thomas F. ·Duffy as sub deacon. The sel'IJllon was delivered by the of the F resh Air Fund home. Ro~e1 Rev. LeroY Cooney of st. John's marY cottage, Eliot. seminary in Brighton, Mass. Miss Jenkins was a member of A dinner and reception were held the Shakespeare society, Wellesley at the Rockingham hotel after the college; Dickens' fellowship , Bosservice. ton; Piscataqua Pioneer~, Riverside Woman's club, Hislor!cai ~uciety, Girl Scout council, Riverside Garden club, all of Kittery; the · Portsmouth College club, New Hampshire State Wellesley club · and the Congregational church, \ Willimantic, Conn. She is survived by three nieces and three nephews. They are Mrs. F r ancis Noel, Fred Abrams anci Roy E. Abrams, all of Kittery; and Mrs. Louise Jenkins of Somerville,\ Mass.; Mrs. Ruth Dauphinne, Salem; and Basil G. J enkins. Chatham, Mass. I The Rev. Robert Griffin will celebrate his first mass at 11 :45 am Sunday, June 19, at the local church. BE WILL BE ASSISTED by the Rev. Charles Leddy of Epping, a cousin, as assistant priest; the Rev. Michael Griffin, deacon, and Father Duffy, sub-deacon. Bishop Assigns,,v~ Madam Chiafig' s Area Priests tc? Teacher Succumbs New Pastorates At Kittery Home REV. ROBERT F. GRIFFIN �*---=========:::::::==- Names in the News F.und Campaign To Benefit Victim Of 'Fun House' Yf'A1 i ~ John J. Kennedy Retires-Reluctantly ~' ~ A palr of Irish eyes have been smillng for nearly ten years now at the Haymarket square headquarters of the Railway Mall association. The Lions club, too, has enjoyed for nine years or more the glint in the eyes of John J. Kennedy that reflects his amiable personality, his cordial and hearty nature. But Kennedy Is leaving Portsmouth on Dec. 31. For five successive two-year terms he has been elected secretary and treasurer of the 28,000member Railway Mall association, and for n1ne years he has been treasurer of the Portsmouth Lions club. mouth the rest of my life. It's a grand city!" * * .. HIS DETERl\flN TION . a n d Portsmouth residents have been loyalty to purpose developed early a.sked to open their hearts and pocin his life. At the age of 17 he ar- ' ketbook.s in an attempt to make life rived in Boston from Ireland, and worthwhile for an · 11-year-old for eight years he workedr at any Wentworth Acres girl. job he could find. Plans are underway for a money- . He was president of the first di- ) raising campaign to benefit Sylvia vision, Railway Mall association, . / Lane, daughter of Mrs. Elsie Lane of from 1931 to 1939. Previously he 423 Circuit road, whose arm was / had been elected president of the tom off Saturday in the machinery Boston branch for eight years and of an amusement concession at Old served as delegate from the first ' Orchard Beach. district at four national conven-,· / Meanwhile officials at Trull hostions. pita! today described the girl's conWhen a joint commission on ditian as "satisfactory." postal salaries held hearings in 1 Mrs. Frederic Gamester of 427 F:ENNEDY'S DEPARTURE for a 1919, Kennedy was "pitching" for I Circuit road, a neighbor of the well-earned voluntary retirement 1 Lanes, said this morning that ofthe road clerks as their represen\Vas heralded Monday night by a tative. fers of assistance have been reparty spon ored by his Lions club Again 1n 1924 during the salary ceived from various Portsmouth associates. campaign, he appeared before a residents. JOHN J. KENNEDY As honored-and very surcommittee of the Massachusetts / • • • prised-guest he was presented a of my first 60-day work period." Senate and helped secure a petiCONTAINERS A D cards to be framed certificate "in grateful , located throughout the city are beBut he soon forgot his vow and tion from that body requesting recognition of the unstlnted and 35 years later was still riding tralns Congress for a wage increase for Ing readied and will be In place by invaluable service rendered to his between Boston, Mass., and Albany, postal workers. tomorrow, Mrs. Gamester said. community and to this organiza- N. Y. * The Acres woman is bel:ig astion" AN ORIGINAL ORGANIZER of slsted by Mrs. Arthur Rafferty and Election to his present job with Mrs. Alex. Sadowsky. A decision made by Kennedy the nationwide Railway Mail as- the New England Relief associa45 years ago, however, nearly de- sociation, a fraternal benefit so- tion in 1925, he was director for The Lane child was at Old Orprived the mail association and lo- ciety with headquarters 1n Ports- many years. He served the Albany chard to attend the New England cal Lions club of his services. music festival when she stumbled mouth, Influenced his decision to Railroad Mall club in many capIn 1904, five days after being retlre from "active duty" on the acities includlng president. into the machtnery of a "fun employed as a railway postal clerk mail tralns. Since coming to Portsmouth he I house" while attempting to avoid assigned to the Boston and Albany Kennedy arrived at Portsmouth and his wife have lived at 295 1 passing over air Jets. railroad, he glanced at a newspaper on Dec. 1, 1939, to take the relns Broad street. Their son, John J. ' PoLice officials said the girl's headline. It read: "Railway Postal of his new job. Kennedy, Jr., is a construction enclothing was snagged so tightly Clerk Killed in Train Wreck." the machinery that the am1 was "I'ni returning to Boston 1n gineer employed in Savannah, Ga., tom off at the socket. December because of family ties and their daughter, Mrs. Margaret "NOT FOR ME," concluded there," he claims. But adds, "If the Caroselli, lives in Wakefield, Mass. Kennedy, "I'm quitting at the end way were clear I'd stay 1n Ports"We miss having them near us," I * * * I I * * j I * * *· Joseph B. Levy Named to Staff Of Laboratory J· aayll John. Joseph B. Levy, son of Mr. and Mrs. J ack Levy of 46 Jefferson street, has been appointed to the techni cal s taff of the naval ordn ance labor atory at Silver Springs, Md. Mr. Levy won his Ph.D degree from Harvard university in 1948. He is a graduate of Portsmouth high school, the University of New Hampshire and has studied at the University of Southern California. He recently completed two years of research work at Columbia university. H e is a member of the American Chemical society and the Harvard Union of Chemists. A total of $685 was netted by the Parents Music club from the recent Sylvia Lane tag day according to John H. Jacobmeyer, club president. The money was turned over to Sylvia's mother, Mrs. Elsie Lane, 8aturday by Mr. Jacobsmeyer, A. Nell Schiot, club treasurer and David Kushious, school m~ic director. The girl lost an arm in an ace!. dent at Old Orchard Beach. Lt. Leary's Body Arrives Home for Reburial. Rites I I I A solemn high requiem mass for Lt. James J. Leary, USAAF, will be celebrated tomorrow morning in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Lieutenant Leary's body, accompanied by 1st Lt. Leabert G. Wren, USAF, arrived in Portsmouth last night from an overseas cemetery. Members of Portsmouth and Kittery patriotic organizations met the body and . escorted it to the Griffin and Wilson funeral home. • • • I TCLUDED in the cortege were representatives of the Frank E. Booma American Legion post and auxiliary, Emerson Hovey post, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and its auxiliarr. Camp Schley, United Spanish War Veterans; Portsmouth chapters, American Gold Stal" Mothers, Inc., and WallingfordHarris American Legion post, auxlllary and drum and bugle corps of Kittery. in/ T ------ag Day Nets $685 for Girl ~"~ Who Lost Arm Also Mayor Cecil M. Neal and Councilman Mary C. Dondero. Honorary bearers were Mark O'Brien, Daniel O'Brien and Charles Black of Booma post and George P. Frost, Eugene Baker and Melvin Doucette of Hovey post. Horace Cannon of Booma post/ acted as chaplatn. The body later was removed to• the home of Lieutenant Leary',s father, Dennis P . Leary of 304 Woodbury avenue. · 51 �Honored David Kushious . \\ , For 'Outstan ng Wor \) David Kushious, director of mu,ic for Portsmouth schools, was honored by the Lions club last night "for outstanding work in music for our community." Highlight of a banquet program at the Rockingham hotel was the presentation of a plaque to Kushious by William Harris. Lions club president. Ira A. Brown, program chairman, provided an unexpe~ted tribute to the man who supervises all school musical activities when he introduced 26 members of the High school choir. * * * HE EXPLAINED that clever minds and sound bodies are developed by the "three R's and physical education," but "training of the heart" is the purpose of musical education. l • • • replaced Miss Abbie Goodsoe, who had been the library's custodian since its erection in 1874 and was the third librarian in its history. She made her home on Stimson street 1n Kittery until about a year ago. Miss Lovell was a member of the Eastern Star and served as secretary and third vice president of the Kittery Nursing association and on the board of the American Red Cross. She was a member of the Second Methodist church in Kittery, MISS LOVELL GOOD WORK!-William Harris, right, president of the Portsmouth Lions club, presents plaque to David Kusb.ious, left, Portsmouth school music director, as School Supt. Raymond I. Beal looks on. (Portsmouth Herald photo) "Man trained in the humanities and the arts soon realizes," he pointed out, "that the great thrills in life are the intellectual and emolional experiences that bring us a little nearer to God through the medium of religion or of music." Guests at the head table included James B. Smith, president of the Rockingham hotel; John H. Jacobsmeyer, president of the Parents' Music club; Superintendent Beal; President Harris; Kushious; John Scott, who spoke on behalf Portsmouth Priest Commissioned o.\ Army lieutenant \', The Rev. Edward J. MacDonald, son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Mac• Donald of 147 Cabot street, was oommls.sioned a first lieutenant in the army chaplain corps recently. Father MacDonald, now serving at camp Gordon, Ga., will be transferred soon to Oail'llsle Barracks, Pa., for training and reassignment. He attended st. Patrick's school and was graduated from Portsmouth high school in the class of 1934. Lt. E. J. MacDonald One of KiLtery's best known and oldest citizens died today at the Mark H. Wentworth home on Pleasant street, Portsmouth, in her 94th year. Miss Eleanor Lovell served as librarian at the Rice public library in Kittery for nearly 40 years. A familiar friend to book lovers, genealogists and historical researchers, Miss Lovell was the embodiment or the 1red-bricked Kittery library to many of it,s users. When she resigned her position in 1947, Miss Lovell was believed to 1 have been the oldest librarian in Maine, both in age and service. She was born in Portland, Me., Oct. 5, 1865, the daughter of Henry , C. and Mary L. (decrany) Lovell, and moved to Kitt.ery at ~he age of 14. She resided in Washington, D. C., for 15 years and on her return to Kittery accepted the position as assistant postmaster which she held for eight years until she made her application for librarian in 1907. I * * * THE GROUP, under the direction of Miss Kathleen Shea, assistant director of school music, offered two vocal selections In honor of Director Kushious. School Supt. Raymond I. Beal described the honor rendered Kushinit~ bv the Lions club as "a spendid thing," adding he bas never associated with "a finer or more cooperative fellow." . The guest of honor spoke briefly on the contribution of musical studies to the full development of youthful students, and described the present musical program in Portsmouth schools. "Music as a school subject," Kushious said, "is at last a reality and not a mere frill. Educational leaders have come to realize that if our children are to be taught life adjustment, the whole child must be trained, his mind, his body and his emotions." Eleanor Lovell, 94, Veteran Librarian In Kittery, Dies W\'o ,_, After attending St. Anse.uu 5 college and llhe University Seminary University of Ottawa, Ontario, Can., he was ordained to the priesthood in May, 1942, at st. Joseph's cathedral in Manchester. Prior to his a.rmy appointment, Ohaplln MacDonaid served at parishes in Berlin, Claremont and Nashua. of the University of New Hampshire dramatic program, and Norman M. Leavitt, Portsmouth vocalist. Kushious has been Portsmouth school music director for eight years. Well known as a concert violinist, he has played professionally for several years, and for three summers ha been associated with the youth orchestra at the University of New Hampshire. Last year he served as director of the university's summer musicians. 1 Lewis Gets High Unitarian Post , The Rev. William W. Lewis, pastor of the Unitarian-Universallst church, was appointed executive minister of the Universallst conference today. The announcement was made by Atty. Atlee F. Zellers of Concord, president of the conference. A graduate of Tufts college, Mr. Lewis held pastorates at Westford, Mass., and Keene before coming to Portsmouth. He will continue to serve the Portsmouth parish while assuming the duties of executive mlnlster, Zellers reported. Rev. William Lewis Named Delegateo\ The Rev. William W. Lewis, i,astor of the Unitarian-Universalist church, will represe nt the American Unitaria n association as a "fraternal delegate" to the biennial ~assembly of the Universalist church of Amel'ica, to be held in Rochester, N. Y ., Thursday through next Wednesday. Mr. Lewis was named recently to serve on a committee of the AUA that is pl'eparing a resolution to be voted on by Unitarian churches favoring union with the Universalist churches . The subject of uniting the two chlll·ches will be on the agenda at the Rochester session. The AUA committee on which Mr. Lewis serve:; is making plans to get approval from Unitarian churches throughout the country for the idea of merging with the Universalist churches. Mr. Lewis said today that if 51 % of the churches approve of the union by next May, plans for the completion of the merger will be submitted for ratification. 5Z �53 He Talks the Soft Language of Music After 46 years of making a violin talk in the language of music, David Kushious holds to the belief that "training of the heart" is the purpose of a musical education. Kushious, director of music in Portsmouth schools for the past six years, was honored by the Lions club Monday night for "outstanding work in music in our community." A soft-spoken, shy man, Kush ious has kept his own heart tuned to music since his toddling days in the little town of Michla, about 50 miles from Kiev, Russia. to Swap 0 ith 1city f,llliattl•>:Dllili'ious says he owns part of Burkitt his land near the Interstate high,-~ir.:•~r··e city and even throw $150 into the * * * A JUNIOR SIZE FIDDLE and Kushious became inseparable companions, he recalls, when he was about the age of three. The music he played was the music of a people who lived in the long ago days of the czars. He owes his early interest in music and the violin to another lad in the tiny hamlet of Michla -.vho had a violin and could play the latest in folk tunes by ear. Inspired by the boy's achievements, Kushious began to pluck out tunes at an age when most youngsters are still trying to pluck a dog's tail. Young Kushious didn't restrict his early study of music to the violin-he absorbed every snatch of song he heard. the deal lion as outlined Jeremy R., A Portsmouth native has bP.en named vice president in charge o,' traffic for the New Haven railroad. * * • Henry F. McCarthy of Boston, a Kushious · and his native of this city and brother of ave been using a small former County Solicitor Ralph G. of land which protrudes McCarthy, was named to the post by company officials in Boston tourkltt street extension from property at the corner of ' day. Mr. McCarthy was born here tr street and the Inter late high- 1 1906 and was graduated from Port-say. mouth high school in 1923. He is a And at the same time, the city 1 graduate of Harvard college and Yale university. owns a triangle of land on the He was one of the youngest exe<-.Interstate highway ide of the utlves in the railroad industry whim Kushlous property. Kushious be• he was named passenger traffic lieves he has a legal claim to the manager for the Boston and Mait!.e triangle on Burkitt street extenrallroa.ct in 1934. sion and that the city has a claim He also has been employed by toe to the triangle on his own land. Baltimore and Ohio and the Maille Central lines. But rather than bring the matA former director in the Office of ter to court, Kushlous wants to Defense Transportation, Mr. Mcstraighten it out with the city and Carthy was one of eight men who ahow construction of a filling stadistinguished themselves in the tion on bis land. field of transportation during World • • * War II. He was presented the KUSHIOUS SAY "bis" part of Presidential Certificate of Merit Jr, Burkitt street extension measures November, 1946, by ODT officials approximately 122 feet long and at Washington ceremonies. from five to nine feet wide. The I "city's part of his property measI ures about 279 feet long and from three to 19 feet wide, directly beI tween his property and the Interstate highway. I NOT CONTENT with all : training, he continued studying at the University of New Hampshire and earned his bachelor of arts in music there in 1942 after taking courses off and on for four years. All this time, he was becoming proficient in about every type of musical instrument that can be played, as well as studying voice, and when he came to Traip academy in 1934 as music director he had to personally teach them all. * * * "MUSIC SUSTAINED the peasHe became Portsmouth's schools ants in our village, who were hard- music director in 1943. In adc!ition, working people with none of the he is chairman of the string instrudevices of modern entertainment ment committee of the eastern diavailable to them," he explained. vision of the Music Educators NaChurch services and weddings were , tional conference, chairman of the the principal sources of music : conference's orchestra committee. available, and Kushious took them , and a member of the executive all in. committee for the New England He also attended the military j Music Festival association. band concerts held by the local military garrison. "The concerts," HE HAS ALSO BEEN a past , Kushious said, "were poor in com- president of the Maine Music Edu- , parison to what we hear today, but cators association and the New I ' Hampshire Music Educators assoat least they provided music." ciation. Besides all these activities, he has directed the summer youth By the ttme he left for America concerts at the University of New with his mother, brother and sisHampshire since 1947, and taught ter, he was no longer playing folk What will happen if Reinhart at the 1946 summer session at rules that the swap would be iltunes by ear. He was so accomKeene Teachers college. plished that their embarkation from legal? His work now consists of directBremen, Germany, was delayed Plenty! ing no less than three bands and two weeks while local musical three orchestras, for the elementcircles insisted he play before them Then the city would have to ac. ary schools and at the junior and cept sealed bids for the "city's" I at informal recitals. senior high schools, as well as an . part of the Kushious land and a 80 voice girls chorus and a 60- . competitor of the oil company THE KUSHIOUS FAMILY setvoice a cappella choir at the high , planning to build on the property tled in Port,smouth. David Kushschool. could possibly out-bid Kushlous ious graduated from high school in Kushious would like to revive and purchase the strip adjacent to 1922. the Portsmoilth Civic ymphony the highway, thus cutting off acAfter high school, he studied the orchestra that he organized in 1938 cess to the land on which the oil violin with Jacques Hoffmann, and ran s-µccessfully through 1940 I company hopes to build. noted Boston Symphony orchestra before the war silenced it. --------------violinist, and Toscha Seidel in New * * * York. THERE IS PLE TY of talent Still seeking further musical in Portsmouth for a good symphony training, he attended the Boston orchestra-I wish I had time to get University college of music for one started here again," Kushious two years, earning his way by said. teaching and occasionally playing Kushious , who is unmarried, in dance bands. lives at 542 State street with his mother, Mrs. Rosa Kushious, and I ~hile he was in Boston, he wa; his sister, Miss A11na Kushious, a~s1stant concert leader and soloist who teaches the opportunity class w1th the Lincoln Syrophony orchesat the Junior high school. A tra of Boston. brother, Dr. Samuel K hious of Portsmouth, died recently, and an* * * other brother, Jacob, lives in Los Angeles, Calif. * * * ••• I I I Henry McCarthy Gets High Post With Railroad -:l'~ l �THE McCARTHY FAMILY moved to Portsmouth when Ralph was a youngster. He attended Portsmouth grammar schools and was graduated from Port.~mouth high school in 1907. He then matriculated at HarvaT<:I university anl! was graduated • from there in 1913 with a bachelor of a:rts degree. After his graduation from Harvard, Attorney McCarthy was employed by the old Gale Shoe company of Portsmouth and la.ter entered law practice wi th former Gov. John H. Bartlett of Portsmouth. He enlisted in the army following the outbreak of World War I and alttended officers' training camp at 1j Plattsburg, N. Y., in 1917. He was commissioned a second lieutenant 1 in the 306th regimen;; of the 77th / I RALPH G. McCARTHY 1 division of the American Expeditionary forces, servmg overseas with that division. • • • MR. McCARTHY WAS discharged from the army in 1919 and enrolled at Boston University law school. He I was graduated from there in 1923 ' with a bachelor of law degree. He was admitted to the New Hampshire ...: i, bar in 1922, a year before his graduation. He later joined the late Atty. Ralph G, McCa.rthy, 58, J udge Ernest L. Guptill in law pracpracticing lawyer in Portsmouth, tice in Portsmouth, and later open-· ed his own office. for about 26 years and former • • • American Legion state commander, l\ffi. McCARTHY WAS married county sol!citor, city sol!cltor and board of education member, died J une 27, 1923, in Auburndale, Mass., last night at the White River Junc- to the former Ola M. Ohase, a native of Seabrook and daughter of tion, Vt., Veterans' h ospital after bhe late Thomas and Annie (Eaton) a long illness. Qhase. Mrs. McCarthy died t})ree Mr. McCarthy served as state years ago this month. American Legion commander In I His death followed by only a 1928. He was the only member of few weeks that of his son-in-law, the local Frank E. Booma post to Willam J. P. Whicker. McCarthy hold the state commandershlp. and h is daughter, Ola F. Whicker, He was appointed county solicitor resided at 238 Lincoln avenue. in October, 1942, to fill the unexOther · 6urvivors Include his pired term of Superior Court Jus- mother; two 'brothers, Henry, vice tice Stephen M. Wheeler of Exeter president In charge of traffic for when Wheeler beca,me state at- the New Haven railroad, and James torney genera.I. of Portsmouth; a sister, Miss Agnes • • • , McCarthy, principal of tlhe Haven FORMER ECRETARY of the 'school; and two grandchildren, Ola Portsmouth Republican committee, Sue and William J. P. Whicker, IV. McCarthy was elected county sol!citor again in November, 1942, and served from 1943 to 1944. He was elected to the local board of education In December, 1936. He also served as city sol!citor. For many years he was a wellknown football official and player. He was a member of the New Hampshire Association or Football officials. other affiliations include the Phi Delta Phi college fraternity; commander of the Frank E. Booma post The appointment of a New Castle from 1925 to 1926; Grand Chief De man as a member of the State Tax Gare, Grande Voiture of New commission was announced today Hampshire; La Soclete Des 40 Hammes Et 8 Chevaux; the New , by the New Hampshire supreme court. Hampshire Bar association; BenAtty. Oliver W. Mar~ has been evolent and Protective Order of named to fill the $4,000 a year post Elks ; Knights of Columbus; Royal vacated by the resignation of vetArcanum; Portsmouth Lions club; eran commissioner and legislator, and the Emerson-Hovey Veterans of George H. Duncan of East Jaffrey. Foreign Wars post of Portsmouth. Mr. Marvin will serve as the DemHe was born in Somerville, Mass., ocratic member of the three-man Sept. 1, 1890, the son of Mrs. Julia commission. F. (Sullivan) McCarthy and the The 49-year-old New Castle atlate James A. McCarthy. His father torney ls a member of the town's was a native of Boston and was enboard of selectmen and ls the mugaged in the plumbing and heating nicipal court justice. business. · He iS the son of former State Sen. • • • Oliver B. Marvin and former Town Clerk Cora I. Marvin. I Ra(ph G. McCarthy,: Ex-City Solicitor, ,\ Succumbs at 58;,) RI CHARD D. McDONOUGH IRVING W. MAR TO , , •••I'm Too Old McDonough Quits As Truant Officer, Probation Official Irving W. Marston Plans to Retire -),\ As Commissioner The resignation of Richard D . McDonough, 73, of 547 State street as truant a nd probation officer was announ ced today. McDonough's resignation was attributed to ill health. Ile has been ill since last 5pri n~. His resignation as truant officer, a post he has held since 1912, was announced by Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal and bis resigna tion as probation officer was an• nounced by Mi's. 'McDonough. McDonough, a former Portsmouth newspaperman, operates a sporting goods store on Market street. H is resignation from the school department post will IJe considered by the br>ard of education at a meeting next T uesday night. An old warhorse of county politics plans to retire at the end of his term in 1950. Commissioner Irving W . Marston announced today that he did not intend to run for reelection to the o!f!ce· he has held for 21 years. "It's h igh time a younger man took over," the 77-year-old Marston said. He continued in a reminiscent mood, "I've had a lot of fun in the political campaigns that have been fought since I've been county commissioner . But I'm really sold on the idea that a younger man should do the work now." • * • MARSTON SAID that originally he had planned to announce his retirement during next year's campaign but in view of the number of people avowing candidacies for office he felt that h e "might as wel l make his position clear now." The veteran politician was first elected to the coun ty commission in 1928 and when he completes his term of office in 1950 will be one of two men to have served 22 conecutlve years on the commission. • The other, George Carlisle, died in Exeter several years ago at the age of 94. Oliver W. Marvin iNamed to State lyax Co~ffiksion 1jl I • • • • ¥ IN ADDITION to serving on the MR. MARVIN was educated in New Castle and Portsmouth public schools and the United States Naval academy. After his naval career was terminated by injury, he entered the private study of law and has practiced in Portsmouth since 1932. He was named New Castle municipal court justice in 1941 and in 1944 he was appointed attorney for the New Hampshire Office of Price administration district. During World War II, he served as army recruiting officer for a period and held a reserve captaincy. I county commission, Marston h'as been a member of the North Hampton board of selectmen ince 1916. Marston has been active in North Hampton municipal affairs for many years and the posts he has filled include fire chief, police chief, moderator of both the town and school meetings and member of th e board of health. A native of Ham pton, Marston was born Nov. 6, 18'72, the son of David A. and Lucinda A. (Blake) Marston. For many years he operated a barber shop and store in Nor th Hampton. �BUT CO NCILMAN Thomas H. Simes forestalled that action with his motion that a. committee be appointed to look into the :feasibility of the proposal and act accordingly with council authority. Councilman Simes left the makeup of the committee to the discretion of the mayor - "As long as t hat discretion doesn'. t include me." A .NIVERSARY l\IASS-The Most Rev. Matthew F. Brady, D.D., bishop of ew Hampshire's Catholic diocese and more than 100 priests are shown participating In a pontifical Mass at the Church of the Immaculate Conception toda y In honor 6f the Rev. James E. Mccooey, D.D., local pasto~. (Portamouth Herald p hoto) ~ F.a ther McCooey Honored 1 At Pont ifical Mass Here CW'\.\""\- A colorful pontifical Mass-In honor of the Rev. James E. Mccooey, D.D., a priest for 50 years-was sung today in the Church of the Immaculate Conception here by the Most Rev. Matthew F. Brady, D.D., of Manchester, bishop of the New Hampshire Catholic diocese. More than 125 priests from various*! sections of the state attended the Mass along with several hundred parishoners of the local church. The visiting priests occupied the front pews of the brightly-lighted church. • • • BISHOP BRADY was assisted by the Rt. Msgr E. A. Clark, V. G. P. A., of St. Joseph's cathedral, Manchester. The Rev. Charles J . Leddy of St. Joseph's church and the Rev. Thomas J . Connor, D. D., of St. Mary's church, both of Dover, were de'l.cons <'f honor. 1 The Rev Francis D. Sliney of St. Dennis' church, Hanover, was deacon ,of the Mass, while the Rev. j Patrick J. Kenneally of St. Joseph's chnrch, Salem, was sub-deacon. The Rev. M<1tthew J . Casey, pastor of the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Hampton, was incense bearer. Acolyte bearers were the Rev. WII• fred Chartier, D. D., of the Holy Rosary church, Manchester, and the Rev. Francis E. Butler of st. Theresa's church, Henniker. The Rev. Joseph Hurley of St. Joseph's church, Manchester, chancellor of the,New Hampshire dio- . cese, was master of ceremonies, assisted by the Rev. Joseph Donahue also of St. Joseph's church, Manchester, and secretary to Bishop Brady. The Rt. Msgr. Jeremiah Buckley of St. John's church, Concord, assisted in the sanctuary, Father Mccooey was priest of honor and was seated in the sanctuary with Monsignor Buckley. Neal Starts:1()Jf\ , Portsmouth"~ 'Peace Plan' • • • BISHOP BRADY paid tribute to Father Mccooey, who observed the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood Dec. 17. He said Father McCooey's "devotion to God is remarkable." He traced Father McCooey's backgr'ound as a counselor to bishops and one of the leading clergymen in the state. Fifty members of the senior choir, directed by Mrs. Howard P. Jackson, church organist, sang the Richard Keyes Biggs Mass. At the offertory the choir sang, "Juravit Dominus'• by Montan! and at the communion the Boys' choir sang, "Ave Verum Corpus" by Guonod. The processional and recessional , "Ecce Sa Serdos," was in honor of Bishop Brady. Father Mccooey, who was guest of honor at a dinner at the RockIngham hotel this afternoon, was presented with a $l,000 bill and severa! hundred dollars more by a committee representing the Church of the Immaculate Conce tlon arish_ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _P_ _,;,.P__ loners and other Portsmouth residents last night. A telephone call from an imaginative reporter nurtured an idea by Mayor Cecil M. Neal that blossomed into a city council proposal last night for a Chinese peace conference in Portsmouth. The mayor said he decided on the diplomatic overture after the United Press had telephoned him, "presumably from New York," to ask If he had thought of trying to arrange a. "Chiang-Communist" peace parley here. "I told them I hadn't thought much about it but that it sounded like a good idea," h e explained. Thereupon he put the proposition before the council at its special meeting last night, with _the suggestlon that telegrams urgmg its support be sent to the congressional delegations of New Hampshire and Maine. -l ... His motion was promptly adopted and no :further discussion, of tihe subject ensued. Although Mayor Neal's peace conference proposal seemed to have been inspired by the United Press reporter's inquiry, the idea apparently took root in his recollection of the Russian-Japanese treaty conference, which was held in Portsmouth a half-century ago, The mayor mentioned t hat ihistoric event in his remarks ta the council last night. Reports concerning the mayor's intention to propose the Chinese conference in, Portsmouth were widely published in Boston newspapers yesterday, The stories originated from the United Pres.s and quoted Mayor Neal as ~ay!ng he was going before the council last night to ask official sanction for the conference invitation. The Associated Pres.s, of which The Port ■mou th Herald is a member then called The Herald to check on the basis of the reports. • • • AT THE AP'S REQUEST a Her- ald reporter called the home of Mayor Neal, whose farmby said he could be reached at the naval shipyard. Contacted th·ere, the mayor firmly refused to discuss the matter, declaring that he didn't want the story to "break yet." Later, the. mayor flared up in angry denunciation of the reporter during a recess at last night's council meeting. He charged the reporter with "sharp practices" for using the name of the Associare:l Press to hts_family. Despite the reporter's protestations that he was representing the Associa.ted Press and that the story was too late for yesterday's edi tlon of The Herald, which had already gone to press, the mayor insisted, "It was a pretty sharp thing to do." I �I ,1Meyer Sees Hope in World Federation ~'There Is No Choice' By ED TOMLINSON John E. O'Brien Ex-legion Head,~ Dies in Hospital ~, Cord Meyer, Jr., 28-year-old national president of the United World Federalists, is an earnest young man, seriously opposed to war. As youthful head of a world government organization which has mushroomed in two years from 8,000 to 48,000 members and invaded every state except Mississippi, he has the responsible job of selling an intelligent anti-war policy to a nation Involved in an armament race with the rest of the world. But Meyer is neither a pacifist nor a "peace at any price" visionary. In his scheme of things and In the outline of the UWF there is an organized plan. The plan, the tall, bespect · acled ex-marine explained yesterday In an interview at North Hampton, accepts as a necessary "stop-gap" the military preparedness of the United states. "As long as the rest of the world is arming," Meyer said, "there is no choice for the United states but to maintain its military strength." "But," he pointed out, "rearmament ls costly," "Th•s year it cost the United States $22,000,000,000," he said, "and it will cost $300,000,000,000 if cities have to be dispersed and moved underground in the threat of attack by long range rocket and the atom bomb." "Another war, aclentlata and Funeral services are being planned today for John E. O'Brien of 343 Union street, a resident of Portsmouth for 11 years and a past comma-nder of Frank E. Booma American Ljgion post. Widely known in veteran ' circles, l\Ir. O'Brien died Saturday night at Portsmouth hospital after a long illness. He recently had returned home from the Veterans' hospital at While River Junction, Vt. A * * * ATIVE of Portland, Me., Mr. MRS. LEAH A. O'BRIEN Chief Operator Retires From I O'Brien was tlle son of the late Jeremiah and Mary (Logue) O'Brien, He received his. education in Portland schools and was "And we are not without support I graduated from the Chicago TechMrs. Leah A. O'Brien of 251 from our legislators," Meyer added, institute. Thaxter road, chief operator for announcing that 96 Congressmen nical A former Portland contractor, the past 25 year at the Portshad recenUy introduced a resolution, Mr. O'Brien supervised construcmouth office of the New England now in committee, calling for the tion of the Portland stadlum. He \ Telephone and Telegraph comstrengthening of the Uni ted Nations was employed as a shipfilter at the pany, today announced he1· reorganization M an effective anti- Portsmouth naval shipyard where tirement. war weapon. • • • he served as a leadingman duri,pg ·Mrs. O'Brien, the wife of Daniel \ HE EXPLAINED that Sen. World War II. S. O'Brien, entered the Port Charles W. Tobey and Rep. Norris Mr. O'Brien was a member of mo\1lh office in _ ovember, 190'1, · Cotton of New Hampshire were be- 'FJmerson Hovey post, Veterans of as a part-time worker while athind the work of UWF and th!llt one Foreign Wars, and al th.e time of tending high school. She worked of the hardest workers of the orga- his death was chairman of the vetthrough the summer of 1908 and, nizatlon was Grenville Clark of erans' preference committee of the left that September to complete Dublin, a vice president of UWF. \ state department of the American her senior year at high school. Meyer, who took time off from his Legion. In 1948 he was a member She returned to . the office in vacation this week to address a of the Legion's national veterans' April, 1909, and has been there politicians both agree, would be group of 30 secondary school stu- preference committee. since that time. While she was in charge of the office, it increased suicidal," he said. dents from six states meet.ling in a f * * • world government institute at PhilHE ALSO WAS a member of the its employes from 35 before the The blonde, sun-burned vetlips Exeter academy, emphasized the Portsmouth Federal Employes Vetwar to l '10 during the war. There 1 eran, wounded in the invasion of are about 130 employes at the 1 need of intelligent study by high erans association and the Church Guam, talked mtently as he exschool and college students of world of the Immaculate Conception. present time. \ plained the need for a "second Mrs. O'Brien, who e retirement . organization problems. During World War I he servPd front in foreign policy." became effective Aug. 30, has · He explained that '1 ,500 members in the naval air corp- in France Meyer outlined a plan for relived in Portsmouth most of her were in the student division in addi· and Belgium. vamping the United Nations to life and was graduated from t1on to the active organization comMr. O'Brien I survived by his create a more representative prising '102 chapters and 25 state wife, Mrs. Mary 11 orton) O'Brien; Portsmouth high school. general assembly, eliminate the branches of five chapters or more. a daughter, .\1lss Eleanor M. * *'1E *'lBER of the veto power and establish a • • • O'Brien, and two sons, Donald G. SHE IS A world police force more powerful "UWF IS an American group," he O'Brien and Robert V. O'Brien , all auxiliary of the Frank E. Booma than that of any single nation said, "but there are similar world of Portsmouth; four sisters, Miss post, t he past presidents' parley which could "move in" on an government groups in 27 for eign osephine O'Brien and Mr . Florof the auxiliary, a member of the · aggressor before open conflict countries, with a World Movement ence Cava11augh. both of Portland, executive committee of the slate broke out. for world Government clearing I Mrs. Wiliiam Fallona and l\irs. American Legion auxiliary, the The police force would be house In Paris." Thoma St. Peter, botn of South Portsmouth Garden club and is backed up, he said, by an orThe gToups sprang up sponta- I Portland, and two brothers. Wila life member of the Thomas ganization of inspectors with neously, according to Meyer, after liam J. O'Brien of KittPrY and Sherwin chapter, Telephone Piofreedom to move in key waran important event in world history Gerald O'Brien uf Portland. neers of America, of Eastern potential Industries in any nllMassachusetts and New Hamp-the bombing of Hiroshima.. tion and report any attempt to ~~I exceed armament regulatio s. Mr. O-Brien i employed at the ''It is often the Individual or Portsmouth naval shipyard. group of individuals that causes A farewell dinner party and a war," Meyer said, adding that dance in honor of Mrs. O'Brien is it is those individuals who scheduled for Oct. 2'1 at the Rockshould be punished not a whole Ingham hotel. nation as in open warfare. Mrs. O'Brien Is succeeded by "The Nuremberg trials were an Miss Carrie E. Page of Baycillf empty gesture," he said, pointroad. Miss Page entered the Portsing out that an effective world mouth office in 1925 as an operacourt would try offenders as a tor. She was later made supervisor preventive measure not a eura.tive and then assistant chief operator and student instructor. Last winter one. "We are not in favor of scrapping she was New Hampshire district the UN," Meyer said. "We are trying instructor, working out of the to strengthen it, not replace it as Manchester office, and for the past three summers has been private many people believe." brancp exchange supervisor at ORD 1EYER, JR. • • • • ~Ian of Peace Phone Company I I lt:imn- �Burina veteran to Speak at Benefit Ball Maj. Gen. Frank D. Merrill of Concord, leader of the famed "Merrill's '.Marauders" in Burma during World War II, will be guest speaker at the eighth annual concert and ball to be held June 10 for the benefit of the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center. Miss Dorothy Pace is sponsor of the dance to be held at the Portsmouth Community Center. General Merrill was among 30 persons attending an organizational meeting last night at the Rehabilitation center. Tentative plans were discu sect for a marionette show, auction and various exhibits to be held In conjunction with the dance. E. Goddard Day is general chairman and Nathan H. Wells wiJJ act as master of ceremonies. Mrs. Day and Raymond Allen of Kittery are In charge of tickets. , •t J .. • vV\1.-\ ~ , • • • HOWi,,D a motion picture of center activitie and told the group that a White Rouse conference on child health and protection: estimated that every community of 10,000 population has between 25 and 30 crippled children and handicapped persons under 18 years of age. Dorothy Pace, center, founder of the Portsmouth Rehabilitation cenMiss Pace reported that more ter, confers with Maj. Gen. FrankS-Mlss D. lerrill, left, and John D. Orr, both of Concord, right, executive directhan 50 Portsmouth residents have tor of the ew Hampshire ociety for Crippled Children and Handicapped Persons, on plans for the eighth anvolunteered to sell tickets. nual ball for the benefit of the local rehabilitation center, <Port■mouth Herald photo) She is founder of the center which is sponsored by the Port mouth well, wilJ be clo.sely affiliated With Kiwanis club and the New Hamp- the society's Crotched Mountain em defense zone before his retire- the U. S. military academy at West shire Society for Crippled Children Ho.spital for Crippled Children. ment. Point from which he was gra.duand Handicapped Persons. General Merrill enlisted in t11e ated in 1929. A &"raduate dr the Massachusetts General Merrill, who served as army engineers and after four He led the first all-American chief of staff to Gen. Joseph Stll- Institute of Technology, he gerved years fn...the ranks pas.sed 11. com- penetraUon lnto Burma. during the as commanding o!flcer o! the weatpetltlve entrance examination to war, MR. WELL Mrs. Dorothy Patterson Installed byJ BPW Club Mr,. Dorothy Patterson was Installed president of the Piscataqua Business and Professional Women's club Wednesday night at the Rockingham hotel. Other officers inducted were Miss] Mrs. Durg,in, retiring president, Busan Hoyt, vice president; Mrs. was presented a past president's pin. Thelma Werkelln, recording secreMrs. Patterl!O?l., Ml.ss Hoyt, Mrs. tary; MIM Barbara Harvey, corre- Betty Gallagher, Mrs. Durgin, MLss 11pondlng secretary, and Mrs. Kath- O'Leary &nd Mrs. LaTourette were erlne Caswell, treasurer. uamed to represent the Port.smouth Mrs. Prlscllla Couture, president club at the ~ate convention this of the state BPW federation, was month m New London. lnstalllng officer. Miss Patricia Felker of Portsmouth was awarded the Con.stance Noyes Richmond scholarship. • • • COMMl'.l'TEE CHAIRMEN named were: :Mrs. Mary Lear, health and safety; Misa Margaret Anderson, education and vocation; Mrs. Allee Sullivan, public affairs; Miss Helen O'Brien, international relations; Mrs. Dona Berry, finance; Mrs. Portia LaTourette, legislative; Miss Marjorie Redman, membership, Mrs. Eleanor Durgin, program coordination; M!llS Louise Goodrich, news service; Mrs. Mae Vinciguerra, iracUo and television; Mrs. Alice Sukeforth, ways and means. Mrt. A'nlle Whalen, a.ctivlties; Mias .Louisa Talbot, oommurtity; Mis., Delana O'Leary, hustorlan, and Mills Julia Stulb, Bick ommittee. Helen ~earson, 78, 1- - - -- - Artist, ,Musician, Doctor Pender Succumbs Here:S · Honored by fd Dartmouth Cub Miss Helen Pearson, 78, a noted artist and musician and ll!elong 1 resident of Portsmouth, died laSt night at her home at 208 Broad street after a Jong lllness. M!.5.s Pearson, a graduate or the Cowles art school in Boston, was well-known tor her vignettes of Portsmouth, which have been used as lllustratlons in several books. Her drawing of the "Open Door" has been used In publicity pamphlets for Portsmouth for many years. An accomplished pianist, Mls.s I Pearson had played with the Schenectady symphony orchestra. She was born Dec. 13, 1870, the daugh ter of the late Amos and Susan Pearson. She leaves two cousins, Mrs. Kitty Hill of Bronxville, N. Y., Md Mrs. Fred Dr:? 1·e of Newton, Mass., formerly of Portsmouth. I Dr. George E. Pender of 85 Merrimac street e, physician here since shortly after the turn of the century, was honored at the Dartmouth club dlnnPt in New York City Wednesday as the lone representative of the oldest class In attendance. It was learned here today that Dr. Pender, one time city physician for four years, was seated at the 'he:id ta.bl<> with college officials and eminent alumni of the Hanover institution and introduced to apprcxlmately 1,000 attending as a member of the class of 1893, • • • attended Portsmouth schools and was awarded his doctorate In medicine at New York university, which he attended after his graduation from Dart- DR. PENDER mouth. He toured European hospitals after winning his doctorate, practiced two years in a New York ho.spital and returned to Portsmouth-his natlvP, city-In 1901. Dr. Pender Is a member of the local, county and state medical societies as well as the American and New York Medical associations. A member of St. Andrew's lodge of Masons, he also Is a Shriner and a member of the Portsmouth country club. ---~~- I SJ �Powell described himself as t' Q "qualified by experience and :_) U knowledge" for service in the Senate, but noted that he faces an "uphill course." "But life itself is an uphill course for average men," he said. "The struggle to save the Republican party is uphill. The fight to save our representative government has always been uphill." * * * REV. CHESTER PARMLEY O•l4. ')...I Advent Christian Pastor Takes Up Duties in Bristol The Rev. Chester W. Parmley, pastor of the Portsmouth Advent Christian church for the past 10 years, bas taken up bis new duties as pastor of the Advent Christian church in Bristol, Conn. During Mr. Parmley's pastorate here a new church was built at the corner of Summer and Slate streets, renovations for Sunday school quarters in the parish house were completed, and a mortgage of $39,000 was paid off. Mr. and Mrs. Parmley and their son, Robert, were feted at a rally day supper and farewell party at the church social ball recently. Gifts included a set of matched luggage and a typewriter. A * * * ATIVE of Sharon , Conn ., Mr. Parmley studied at Hartford seminary and We;;leyan university. He is a graduate of the New England School of Theology in Brookline, Mass. ' In September, 1943, he was appointed president of the New Hampshire Advent Christian conference and was reelected to the post in U,}44 and 1945. He declined a call to serve as national evangelist and field worker under the General Conference of America in 1948. Powell Unveils Shirley S. Philbrick, Senate Candidacy, Rye legislator, ~ Strikes at Tobey Dies Unexpectedly one of the most prominent cit!• . zens of Rye and Rockingham county died at hls home today. The death of State Rep. Shirley S. Philbrick, 72, of Central road came unexpectedly ear~ this morntng. A charter member and one of the organizers of the New Hampshtre , S e a c o a s t Regional Development I association in 1934, Mr. Philbrick had served as a member of the Rye Beach Precinct commission for about 20 years. He was born In Rye Aug. 16, 1876, the son of Emmons B. and Mary C. (Seavey) Philbrick, e.nd wa.s graduated from the Masa• achusetts Institute of Technology In 1898. HE CHARACTERIZED his campaign as "a fight to save the I_te\ publican party and representative government" and appealed for "the help of all who value the security of their homes and freedom of their country." Born in Portsmouth Oct. 13, 1915, Powell Is son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel W. Powell. He was one of six members of his familY to serve in the armed forces during World War II. A B24 gunner, he was wounded in action and hospitalized for 14 months. After graduation from the University of New Hampshire, Powell attended the law college at South1ern Methodist university and was admitted to practice before the New Hampshire ~ar. Wide pread speculation concerning the political aspirations of Wesley Powell came to an expected end today when the 34year-old Portsmouth and Hampton Falls attorney declared his candidacy for the U . S. Senate seal held by Charles W. Tobey. Powell, recently resigned administrative assistant to U . S. Sen. Styles Bridges, had long been looked upon as a probable Tobey opponent. In his announcement today, he came out in the full spirit of that role. • • • KEENLY I TERESTED in the development of the Rye Beach area, he formerly served e.s engineer for the states of Washington, Idaho and Florida. At one time be was employed by the Laconia Car company. A member of the constitutional Convention, Mr. Philbrick was named to the New Hampshire Shore and Beach Preservation and Development commission Nov. 29, 1938. The veteran Rye politician served as president of the Seacoast Regional association from September, 1946, to September, 1948, and was chairman of the association's special committee on parking and recrea- 1 tional areas. For a number of years he was chaJrman of the trustees of trust funds of Rye and was & member of the advisory committee of the National Rivers and Harbors committee. He also was a past president of the Rye Men's club. survivors include his wife, Mrs. Helen Morgan Fitch Philbrick: one daughter, Mrs. Walter S. Jenkins of New Orleans, La.; three sons, Robert L. of RJ.chmond, Va., Emmons B. of Rye Beach and Shirley S. Philbrick, Jr., of Mill Valley, Calif., and eight grandchildren. * • * PREFA I G his statement with the assertion that "in so far as I * * associated IN 194.0 he* became with Senator Bridges and served as the senator's chief aide, except during war service, until Oct. 13 of this year. During the 80th Congress he supervised the "expert staffs" of \ both the Senate . a_ppropriat_ions committee and the Jomt committee of House and Senate on foreign economic aid. He has played a direct part in the drafting of prominent congressional legislation and is well known on the Washington scene. He is married to the former Beverly Swain, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wendell C. Swain of Concord. They have three children. Powell is a member of the New Hampshire Bar association; Delta can make it so, this campaign will be clean and in the open," he singled out Tobey as an immediate targ t. Ile referred to the Incumbent senator as a "Truman Republican" and declared: "Senator Tobey calls himself an independent thinker and voter. He delights in condemning pressure groups. He is not independent at all. He is in bed with the worst lobby the ongress has experienced-Truman and his lieutenants." * * Qriticizing * APPARE, TLY To- bey's fr equent deviation from th "party line," Powell said the senator has "soured'' on the Republir ·n p;irl "He has grown tired of lb • limited go•;ernment which was once his gospel ," he i;aid "The common man he talks about today will have his back broken by the big government the senator votes to expand." Of his own interests, the youthful candidate declared himself free of "all commitments, past or present." * * * "THERE WILL BE no commitment," he added, "beyond my unshakable devotion to those principles I hold to be essential to the survival of our personal and national liberties." I I T~eta Phi, honorary legal fratermty; St. John's lodge o. 1, F. and A. M.; American Legion Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabl~d Americ_a n Veterans and other organizations. County Lawyers Elect Peyser o~'Associate Judge Harry \V. Peyser of the Portsmouth municipal court was elected yesterday to fill the unexpired term of the late Judge Jeremy R. Waldron as vice president of the Rockingham Bar association. The election of ·Peyser came at a luncheon meeting of the association held in the Exeter inn. The association also named a three-man committee to arrange for a mid-winter meeting of the group. Appointed were Attys. Samuel Levy and Edgar A. Blanchard, both of Portsmouth; and Edmund Richards of Exeter. �Names in the News '\ S8 Years Experience Brought to Bench The appointments yesterday of Associate Judge Harry W. Peyser to judge of the Portsmouth municipal court and Atty. Oscar Neukom to the associate judgeship brings to the local bench a combined total of 58 years legal experience. The appointments-not unexpected-were made by Gov. Sherman Adams and his executive council. Bolh entered law practice in Portsmouth aiter passing the New Hampshire bar examination-Peyser in 1909 and Neukom in 1931. Neukom's first home in this country was in Plaistow. He attended the University of New Hampshire and Boston university law school, entering local practice in 1931 with the firm of Sewall and Waldron. He manied the former Evelyn Grace of Portsmouth in 1935 ancl in the same year opened his own office. The following year he was appointed clerk of the cow-t which he will now serve as associate judge. • • • • JUDGE PEYSER, a nalive of Portsmouth, was born Aug. 2, 1883. He attended Portsmouth public schools and in 1901 entered Dartmouth college. Following graduation in 1905 he attended Harvard law school, passing the Massachusetts and New Hampshire bar examinations shortly after graduation . In 1913 and 1914 he held the position of city solicitor and in 1936 was named associate justice of the municipal court by the then Gov. Styles Bridges. • • • IIE IS A l\1El\1BER of the Warwick club, the American Bai· associatlon, the New Hampshire Bar association, and the Rockingham County bar association, currently serving as vice president of the latter. Last month he was appointed an executive committee member ,;c • Neukom was named city 3olicitor in 1941. However, he resigned the post lo enter army service in Sept. 1942, after being commissioned a first lieutenant. ASSOCIATE of the newly-organized Hampshfre Municipal Judges as ocialion. New Court He is married to the former Katharine Washburn of Melrose, Mass. , and has tlu·ee children, Frank W. Peyser, a practicing altorney in Rochester; Mrs. Virginia W. Kunkle of Portsmouth and Richard W. Peyser of Portsmouth, an employe of a nationally known income tax service corporation. The municipal court judge resides at 259 Miller avenue except during the summer months when JUDGE Promoted to the rank of captain in 1944, he served with the air force intelligence service in North Africa, the Middle East, Sicily and he stays al his Wallis Sands sum- Italy. mer home. He is a member of the Frank E. * * * Booma post, American Legion, the PEYSER I a member of the Emerson Hovey post, Veterans of law firm of Marvin, Peyser and Foreign Wars, the Delta Theta Phi Marvin. law fraternity, the American Bar Associate Judge Oscar eukom association, the New Hampshire was born in Zurich, Switzerland, Bar association and the Warwick club. He is a past president and Aug. 2, 1905. He attended public member of the Kiwanis club and schools in his native city and stu- treasurer of the Rockingham diE'd at the University of Zurich County Bar association. and at Heidelberg univer lty beAssociate Judge and Mrs. Neufore coming to the United States j kom make their home at 520 Sagain 1920 at the age of 15. more avenue. rr~~~;_;;________ . . Peyser Appointed Municipal Judg~ Associate Judge Harry lV. Peyser today was appointed judge of the Port mouth municipal court and Atty, Oscar Neukom was named to the associate judgeship. Judge Peyser succeeds the late Judge Jeremy R. Waldron. He served as associate judge for 13 years and has practiced law in Portsmouth for more than 40 years. Aged Benefactor, Miss Prescott, 91, Dies at Home :s O • M!ss Jo.sie Fitts Prescott, 91 , well-known in Portsmouth ·tor her charity work, died today at her home at 199 Middle street. A newspaper article of 1934 rated Miss Prescott and her late sister, Mary, as "perhaps the wealthiest spinsters in New Hampshire" after a $4,000,000 estate was left them by their brother, Charles W. Prescott, wealthy Erie, Pa., merchant. Miss Mary Prescott died in April, Peyser Named To Jurists Group Associate Judge Harry W. Peyser of Portsmouth municipal court yesterday was named an executive committee member of the newlyorganized New Hampshire Municipal Court Judges' association. Purpose of the organization, formed in Concord, Is to work for high standards In the municipal \ courts throughout the state. Judge AHret: J. Chretlan of Manchester was el'- led pre !dent. 1939. Portsmouth's Prescott park was At one time the sisters offered the Boston and Maine rallroa<i a established by the sisters in memlarge sum of money provided the ory of their brother. Miss Prescott is company would tear down the local the last member of one of New railroad station and build a new 1Hampshire's oldest famllles. one. She W9s a member of the Graffort M;ss Jc,sie Prescott was born club, the Women's City club and was in Portsmouth the daughter of the active in the Family Welfare and late Charles Smith and Joanna Ab- Distdct Nursing associations. She bot (Fitts) Prescott. She taught 1n was a mE'mber of the board of direclocal schools and later became a so- tor.~ of the Mark H. Wentworth cial worker with the Children's Aid homo? on Pleasant street· and atsociety in Bo.ston. tencied the North Congregational church. -'--"''------------*i Mrs. Pontbriand Insta lled Head of Gold Star Group ~c.r,\_\t) Mrs. Vivian Pontbriand was ln61:alled president o! the Portsmouth Gold Star Mothers chapter at ceremonles held yester"'I" in the Portsmouth Community 1,enter. Mrs. F'ontbrland wu inducted !or hE'r second term. Other officers installed were Mrs. Stella La.derbush, first vice president; Mrs.' Sadie Hanscom, second vire president; Mrs. Ethel Harrlsson, 15ecretary; Mrs. Alma Ledoux, treasurer; Mrs. Eleanor Sandford, chaplain; Mrs. Helen Fitzgerald, sergeant at arms: Mrs. Regina Birt, color bearer, and Mrs. Madeline Eaton, hlstorla.n. Installing officers were Mrs. Stella McLean, national Gold Star Mothers committeewoman; Mrs. Ella Doucette, Massachusetts department historian, and Mrs. Madeline Forrest, all of Lynn, Mass. Approximately 200 guests attended includln~ Mayor Cecil M. Neal, City Man<J.ger Edward C. Peterson and Councilman Mary C. Dondero. Fifty Gold Star Mothers were present from Keene, Concord, ManchPster and Lynn. �Boardman Randall Ends Long Career in e·usiness Portsmouth Priest To Stay on Job In Jittery China A Po~tsmo~th busin essman, who cove~ \ome 1,000,000 miles rail and all' whlie commuting to work in Boston and ew York for years, has tossed his hat on a luggage rack for the last time. A Portsmouth priest is among Marykno)l missionaries who have signified treir intention to remain in China unless forcibly obliged by Communi5t rebels to halt their activities. Boardman M. Randall of 374i· Lincoln avenue retired recently as an advisor to the United States Plywood corporation of New York City. Since 1943, Mr. Randall had been traveling to New York an d back weekends by air, and prior to that, he had commuted daily to Boston, while he served as president of the St. Croix Paper company. The Rev Thomas N. Quirk of 103 Wibirrt street now ls stationed in Kon~moon , China. r he Very Rev. Thomas s. Walsh , vicar general of the Cath olic Foreign Mi~sion Society of America, has announced that policies of the missionaries in China will be similar to those followed in the recent war w'hen missioners remained at their posts unless they came into the area of direct combat. * * * • • • FATHER WALSH said the Catho- lic church has a tremendous physical organization in China for its works of charity and education. "The Catholics of China will n eed spiritual help and most Chinese wm be in need of physical help, no matter who cr,ntrols the government," the Maryknoll superior said. j Father Quirk was sent to Manchuria in 1930 and when the war broke out was arrested and placed in a J apanese concentration camp from which he later was repatriated. One of three sons of the late Mr. and Mrs. David F. Quirk of Portsmouth to enter the priesthood, Father Quirk was born here June 6, 1904. He was graduated from Portsmouth high school in 1921 and from Boston college in 1926. He studied for t he priesthood a t MaryknoJI seminary in Ossining, N. Y., and was ordained in J anuary, 1930. _ _ _ ___ A NATIVE of Portsmouth, Randall was graduated from Portsmouth high school and went to work in the Boston and Maine freight office in 1901. Since 1907, he has been connected with paper companies. The first was the Publishers Paper company of Freeman's point. From there be went to the St. Croix company. In 1940, after inventing Tekwood, a form of plywood, Randall became president of the Tekwood company of Laconia. Randall has also been active in local and state politics, serving as a councilman under the late Mayor F . W. Hartford, and also serv/ng on the staff of former Gov. Huntley N. Spaulding In 1927 and 1928. He was chairman of the committee that sponsored dredging and building the breakwater at Rye Harbor. He was also a member of the first Portsmouth Airport commission, and beaded the syndicate that acquired the Frank Jones Brewing company in 1929. I * * * RAND LL is a past president of the New Hampshire Golf assoelation, and is a member of St. John's lodge of Masons, the Warwick club, Portsmouth Athenaeum Portsmouth Country Club and th~ 50 New York Yacht club. The Rev. Arthur Acy Rouner, He married Martha F . Greenformer pastor of the North Con- ough of df Rye in 1909. They have gregational church, is playing an two sons, Frank G. and Boardman important role In the fi ght to pre- G. Randall. vent the merger of th e Congr ega- 1 tional-Chrislian churches with the Evangelical a nd Re for m e d church. The Cadman Me morial church of Brooklyn, N. Y., of which Mr. Roui1er is now pastor , is br inging suit against the General Council of the Congregational Christian Churches t o prevent the union. The Brooklyn ch urc h is asking the court to declare that t he council has no power to consumate the merger, that churches completing the merger be r emoved from t he Congregational Christi an fellowship, and that an injunction be served against the General Council. The case is scheduled to come before the October term of the Rev. A• A• ROUner • h• M ~• I F19 hng erg er Supreme court of New York. •,------------____J RODNEY ROBINSON o,.\};v Chevalier Degree Of DeMolay Goes To Local Youth BLAKE H. RAND Blake H. Rand, 0~1 Rye Town Clerk For 61 Years, Dies Blake H. Rand , 85, -w ho served as Rye town clerk for 61 year~ longer than any other town clerk in the state and, perhaps, the country-died today at his Rye Center home. Mr. Rand was elected in 1888 and served continuously until last pring. Durin g his tenure he missed npJ· tl •o (own ffiPPting·. • • IE IBER of the Republican party, Mr. Rand was a representative to the General Court in 1913. He also served as tax collector for two terms, around 1910. Born Dec. 21 , 1863, in the home in which he lived all his life, he was the son of the late Thomas W. and Loui e A. <Hodgdon) Rand. He operated the general store in Rye that was established by bis grandfather's fa mily in 1820. Mr. Rand also ra n a 45-acre farm in Rye that has been in his family for more than 120 years. A • * • 1R. RA D was educateq in the Rye schools and started his business ca1eer in his father's store which he later took over. He was a member of the Seaside Council, Junior Order of American Mechanics, and the Rye Congregational church. In June, 1889, he married Leonie S. Drake of Rye. Mr s. Rand died in June, 1926. He leaves two nieces, Mrs. Frank M. Pickering and Miss Elinor C. Rand; a nephew, Thomas F. Rand, all of Rye; an aunt. l'vlrs. Annie G. Ran d of DeLand, Fla., and several cousins. A Portsmouth youth is to receive the Chevalier degree-the second highest award in DeMolay-at a future session of the P ortsmouth DeMolay chapter. He ls Rodney A . Robinson, 20year-old junior at the University of New Hampshire imct son of Mr. and Mrs. Leon A. Robinson of 11 Elwyn avenue. Robinson was elected to the Degree of Chevalier during the recent session of the Grand Counc!l of DeMolay in Kansas City. • • • THE AWARD, made for "out- standing work on behalf of the New Hampshire State conclave," ls bhe first to be made directly in New Hampshire by the grand council. Robinson, a graduate of Portsmouth high school in 1946, is majoring in electrical engineering at the university. He ls a past councilor of the P ortsmout,h chapter and a t present is the acting state senior councilor. He also is the state organist. �Constance Richmond Fund l Harold M. Smith, rv rl-j . lawyer, Ex-Solon, To Benefit Local Girls Dies Suddenly s•'""' A $150 fund, to be known as the Constance Noyes Richmond scholarship, has been set up by the Portsmouth Business and Professional Women's club. Harold M Smith, 62, Portsmouth lawyer and former speaker of the New Hampsilire House of Representatives, died ~•esterday of a heart attack at his summer residence in R}·e. Mr. Smith and his wife, Mrs. Agnes <GrePne) Smith, had returned to their home at Witch Cove, on the Wentworth Road, after a ~otor trip to Maine, when ~Tr. Sm1~h complained of feeling ill. He died within a few minutes. The son of · the late Walter H. and Flora E. (Hoyt) Smith, he was bom in Barrington, ept. 1, 1887. Plans for a rummage .sale to * benefit the project were outlined at a. meeting of the cluo Wednesday night at the Rockingham hotel. t:)~ The sale will be held Saturday, March 26, at Portsmouth Community Center under the chairmanship of Mrs. Dorothy Patterson. A man who played a major role Mrs. Patterson wm be assisted by in making the Portsmouth hospital Mrs. Dona Berry, Miss Susan Hoyt, what it is today died this noon at Miss Julia Stulb, Mrs. Louise Mas- the hospital. sey, Mrs. Marion Scannell, Mlss Edward Seybolt, 88, of 70 HighMarjorie Redman, Miss Gloria land street supervised the reconHughes, M!Ss Catherine Stulb and struction of the main hospital Mrs. Elinor Durgin, BPW club * • * building and the building of the president. HE ATTE 'OED puhllc schools maternity wing and nurses' home in his native town and was gradThe late Mrs. Rlc:hmond was a past president of the New Hamp- while serving as president of the uated from Coe B,·own academy hospital board of trustees, a posiNorthwo~d, in 1905. ' shire Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs and tion he held until 1938. After receiving an A . B. degree A native of MacDougall, N. Y., was very active in 10".,al club activifrom Bowdoin college in 1909, he Mr. Seybolt was born June 14, ties. attended Harvard ancl Boston Uni1861, the son of John and Caroline • • • versity law schools, and in June THE SCHOLARSillP Will be (Kohler) Seybolt. Ile had made his of 1912 he was admitted to the awarded to any girl graduate of home in Portsmouth since 1910. New Hampshire bar, John C. Shaw, 68, of 196 Aldrich Portsmouth high school wishing to * the * *school board He fir • prac'tirrtl law , ·ifh the road, a member of Portsmouth's A MEJ\IBER of obtain a professional or business firm of the late Judise Leslie P. board of education, a former city education. Presentation of the first from 1924 to 1933 and a member Snow of Rochester. He moved to councilman, and local manager of of the building committee for the' award wll! be made in May. Portsmouth in 1914. the Pittsburgh Consolidation Coal Miss Ann Beggs of the University Portsmouth Junior high school, In ad_dition to his law practice, of New Hampshire Extension service Mr. Seybolt owned the Portsmouth company, died at 10:30 am today at Mr. Smith was engaged in the lumwas guest speaker at this week's Gas company from 1908 to 1926 ber business in Maine for several Portsmouth hospital of a· cerebral meeting, Miss Agnes Quirk was pro- when he retired from active busihemorrhage. years, for the most part in the opness life. gram chairman. eration of portable mills. Since One o! Portsmouth's best known He was a charter member and James P. Lynch of the Exeter 1921, he had devoted himself enbusinessmen, Mr. Shaw had entered News Letter will speak on "Publicity honorary member . of the Portstirely to his law practice and politithe hospital Saturday after being in In Politics" at the April 6 meeting. mouth Rotary club, a member of cal activities. failing health for several months. "Male Guest night" will be observed. the Portsmouth Athenaeum and of A Republican, Mr. Smith was A native of Portsmouth and son Miss Hoyt is in charge of reserva- Ark lodge No. 33, Free and Acceptfirst elected to the Legislature in tions. of a blacksmith, he was engaged In ed Masons, of Geneva, N. Y. He In 1919 from Ward 4. He representthe coal business for more than 40 also was a past president of the ed Ward 2 In 1923, 1927, 1929, 1931 Year, advancing from clerk to manPortsmouth Chamber of Comand 1933. He was named speaker ager. merce. in 1931 during the administration He was elected to the school board Mr Seybolt also had served as a of the late John G. Winant. In 1944 and his term would have exmember of the Portsmouth hospi• * • pired next January. He served on tal executive and investment comHE SERVED as Portsmouth city mittees. the city council in 1927 while the solicitor In 1942. late F. W. Hartford was mayor. Survivors include a son, John E. Mr. Smith was a 32nd degree Mr. Shaw was born Jan. 11, 1881, Seybolt of Portsmouth; two daughMason, belonging to the Strafford the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. ters, Mrs. Basil B. Jones of Richlodge, F and AM of Dover the Lewis Shaw and had lived in Portsmond, Va., and Mrs. Guy H. SwaScottish Rite bodies and the' ew mouth all his life. A well known Portsmouth busi- sey of Lewisburg, Pa.; four grand- 1 Hampshire consistor.v of Nashua. nessman died this morning at Ports- children and two great-grandchil- He also was a member of the He was a director of the Chamber mouth hospital. 0 dren. Rockingham County Bar associa~ Commerce; a member of the local Leo L. Sussman of 530 State street tion. the ew Hampshire Bar asLions club; the Unitarian-Univerwas 49 years old. ociation, the Warwick club, the l salist church; the Laymen's league He was the son of the late Harry Portsmouth country club and the of the church; and st. John's lodge and Rebecca (Goldman) Sussman North Congregational church. F & AM. ' and was born in Portsmouth on Dec. Besides his wife, he is survived About 1907 Mr. Shaw entered the 4, 1899. by two daughters, Mrs. Robert Hademploy of the J. Albert and Arthur Mr. Sussman was a graduate of ley of Amherst, Mass., and Mrs. R. W. Walker Coal firm as a clerk and Portsmouth high school and atCJlpston Harding of Dedham, remained with that company until tended Lowell Textile Institute. He ass., and five grandchildren . its management was changed to the was a veteran of World War I and a Smith also belonged to the PortsPortsmouth Coal company, The mouth Lodge of Elks. member of Frank E. Booma post, company now is known as the PittsAmerican Legion. He was also a burgh Consolidation Coal firm. member of the Portsmouth lodge of He was ma.tried twice. His first Elks. Wife, Ellen A. Hoitt died about 10 He married the former Miss Ruth years ago, Five years later he marGoodman on June 24, 1935. ried her sister, Pearl Hoitt. Mrs. At the time of his death he was Shaw and members of his family the proprietor of the Sands dry were with him when he died. cleaning establishment at 181 ConOther survivors Include gress street. daUghtens, Mrs. Beatrice s. Renick Besides his wife, he is survived by of Colonial road, Kittery, and Miss two daughters, Judith Ann and NanDorotey L. Shaw, chief operator at cy Harriet; four brothers, Joseph of the Laconia telephone offlce; a sisBoston, Saul and Perry of Portster, Mrs. Mary Decoste of Charlesmouth and Samuel of Paducah, Ky.; town, Mass.; a brother, Perry Shaw and two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Smith of Beverly, Mass.; and two grandchildren. and Miss Ann Sussman of Boston. HAROLD M. SMITH Edward Seybolt, Hospital Donor, Succumbs at 88 I John C. Shaw, 68, School Official, Dies in Hospital Leo L. Sus·sman, :r/.21 Businessman Here, Dies in Hospital I I I twj �IN 19H, he was named a trustee of the University of New Hampshire by former Gov. Robert 0. Blood and served in that capacity until his death. A veteran of World War I, he first served with an engineering unit and then voluntarily transfered to an infantry division where he saw combat service as a sergeant in company B, 127th inlantry regiment, 32nd division. When the armistice was declared ov. 11, 1918, he was a student in an officers training camp in MEMBERS OF THE New Hamp-1 shire and Rockingham County Bar associations attended headed by Superior Court Justices Stephen M. Wheeler of Exeter and William L. Grimes of Dover and Maine Superior Court Justice Arthur E. Sewall. Members of Frank E. Booma American Legion post, of which Judge Waldron was a charter member and fifst commander, attended in a body headed by Forrest Morrison, commander. Past commanders present were Nelson T. Wright, Omer J. Comeau, Daniel S. O'Brien, C. Waldo Pickett, Robert RETURNING TO the practice of M. Bruce, Horace E. Grant, Ralph law after his discharge from the W. Eaton, Mark F. O'Brien, Clyde AEF, the judge married the former · G. Robinson, Richard E. Pinkham, Helen Walker on Aug. 21, 1920. Hervey Abbott, Charles S. Conlon, He served as city solicitor, counWalter Johnston and Ralph H. Atty solicitor and was appointed well. attorney general by the late Gov. Legionnaires formed a guard of John G. Winant In 1925. He was honor as the casket was removed a member of the American Bar asfrom the church. sociation, president of the New Hampshire Bar association in 1939 BENJAMIN DOWNING repreand member of the York and sented Emerson-Hovey post, VetRockingham and Portsmouth counerans of Foreign Wars. ty bar organizations. The Portsmouth Rotary club, of which Judge Waldron was a past * * • JUDGE WALDRON was a charpresident, also attended In a ter member of Frank E. Booma group. Rotary club past presidents post, American Legion, and its acting as ushers at the church were first commander. Frank E. Paterson, Orman R. Paul, He also was a member of the Dr. William M. Farrington, Ralph North church, Congregational; St. T. Wood , Roland I. Noyes, Richman Andrew's lodge, F. and A. M.; a S. Margeson and Samuel R. Blaispast president of the Portsmouth dell. Rotary club (1945-1946); PortsThe Portsmouth police departmouth lodge of Elks, a proprietor ment, headed by City Marshal Wilof the Portsmouth Athenaeum, and liam J. Linchey, attended with Poa member of Theta Chi Gamma lice Commissioners Orel A. DexEta Gamma and Newcomen Society ter. J . Verne Wood and J. Paul of America. Griffin. Besides his wife and son, he Is Representatives also were pressurvived by a daughter, Mrs. Ann ent from the Mark H. Wentworth 1 Allmendinger of 873 Middle street. [ home and the Newcomen Society One of the most prominent lawyers in Portsmoutl} and New of England. Hampshire died last night at Portsmouth hospital. Burial was In the family lot in Jeremy R Waldron, 60, former attorney general of New Hampshire Farmington cemetery where Dr. was taken ill_ yester~ay morning and was moved to the, hospital. He ap~ Feaster conducted committal ser, parently rallied durmg the day. Death, caused by a heart attack, came vices. I unexpectedly at 5:45 pm. * * • 1 BEARERS WERE Atty. Wyman ~Iunicipal rourt jud~e sinre 1931 P. Boynton, Frank E. Brooks, City he dtlended court se!.sions a;; city ~c.hve for many years in the hall on Tuesday and Wedne day polil1cal life of the city, RockmgMarshal Linchey, Mr. Randall, Winfield W. Scott and George A. of thi · week, taxing his strength ' ha~ county a_nd the .~tate, his About 500 persons paid a final severely, ha\'ing not fully recover- ach1~vements m the boundary Trefethen. tribute to Judge Jeremy R. Waled from a shock he suffered in c~se led to frequent mention of Among others attending the dron. Portsmouth municipal court 1948. his name as a possibility for the memorial service were former judge and former New Hampshire governorship. Gov. Charles M. Dale, U. S. Sen. attorney general, at funeral serJudge Waldron, perhaps the only * • * Charles W. Tobey and Mrs. Tobey, vices at the North Congregational Portsmouth attorney admitted to J DGE WALDRO was born in Judge Leonard Hardwick of church and at the home, 774 Midpractice before the Supreme Court Somersworth, Oct. 1, 1889, the son Strafford county probate court, dle street. of the United States, and one of of A. Scott and Sarah H. (Mullen! Judge Richard E. Shute of RockMemorial services at the church the few in the state, won con- Waldron. ingham county probate court, Arand funeral services at the home siderable fame for his handling of He spept his boyhood in Farm-1 thur J. Call, clerk of Rockingham for the family and close friends the noted ew Hampshire-Vermo nt inglon and graduated from farmcounty superior court; Judge were conducted by the Rev. John boundary case. George R. Scammon of the Exeter N. Feaster, North church pastor. ington high school. He attended Tilmunicipal court, Judge John W. Judge Waldron died unexpect* * * THE IS UE was argued before ton school and then matriculated at Perkins of Hampton municipal edly Thursday at Portsmouth hosthe old Hampshire college in Durthe Supreme court during his tencourt and Associate Justice Harry pital. ure as attorney general, 1925 to ham and after two years entered w. Peyser of Portsmouth municiDr.' Arthur S. Adams, president 1929, and after his retirement from the Boston university law school. pal court. of the University of New HampAdmitted to practice In New Judge Ralph Miller o[ Yorklhat office, Judge Waldron carried shire, of which Judge Waldron was Hampshire in 1914, and later in his interest in the matter to the exshire municipal cow·t at South a trustee, headed a delegation from Maine, Judge Waldron became a Berwick, Motor Vehicle Commistent of finishing the determinathe institution. The group included sioner Frederick N. Clarke, Col. tion of the boundary eveu after he member of the firm of Sewall and Frank W. Randall of Portsmouth, Ralph W. Caswell, superintendent had officially left the attorney Waldron. His former partner, Euchairman of the board of trustees, gene Sewall, is a Maine Superior of the New Hampshire state police, generalship. Arthur Moreau of Manchester, cow·t justice. former Mayors Albert Hislop and The work on the boundary that Perley I. Fitts of Durham, Dr. After that firm was dissolved in Kennard E. Goldsmith, City Counhe shared with Vermont's repre- 1934, the judge practiced alone for Anna Philbrook of Concord, Auscilman Mary C. Dondero. sentative, U.S. Sen. Warren Austin six years and then with Wyman P. tin Hubbard of Walpole, Mrs. now holding a post in the United Boynton set up the firm of Wal- Arthur B. Brown of Center SandNations assembly, ended a 150- dron and Boynton. In 1948, after wich, Laurence F. Whittemore of year-old controversy. Jeremy. R. Waldron, Jr., was ad- .,Pembroke, all trustees, and Raymond C. McGrath, UNH treasurer. mitted to practice, the firm became Waldron, Boynton and Wal• * * dron. ••• ••• I J~dge Waldron Dies Su~~enly in Hospital I *I . ' Crowd!Jl I Church In Solemn Tribute To Judge Waldron �... E. A. Weeks Dies; Was Ex-Solon, q 7 Fireman 40 Years Gets Air Medal INSPECTORS James F. Brown, Jr., of Epping and Anthony DagosDonald F. Winn, 27, of 93 Co- engineer at the New Hampshire tino of ExP.ter, representing the lonial drive, an ex-aerial engineer Gas and Electric company, is marmotor vehicle department, and in the air force, last week received ried to the former Miss Dorothy John H. Greenaway, state director/ an air medal at Grenier base in Shaw of Portsmouth. They have of selective service. Manchester. Also Rt. Rev. John T. Dallas, two children, Dawn, 2, and Sharon, Mr. Winn, a former technical 13 months. retired Episcopal bishop; Sheriff Edward Abbott Weeks, 81, veteran sergeant, served with the 388th Simes Frink, Register of Deeds Portsmouth fireman and former oomb group in England and was John W. A. Green, Register of state representative, died this mornshot down over Fredrickshaven, Probate Frank B. Nay, both of ing, Germany, in April, 1944. He was a Exeter; Donald Sweeney of DoMr. Week5 a call fireman ln prisoner of war at Krlrn , Austria, ver, probation officer for RockPortsmout .or • ~arly 40 years and for 13 months before he was freed ingham and Strafford counties, served at one tlr ,e as a member of by the 13th armored division in Fire Chief George T. Cogan of th hoard of e gineers under the May, 1945. . Portsmouth, Fire Chief John E. late chits,, 'ViJ11am F. Woods. Mr. Winn, a lighting and cooking Holden of Newington, Deputy !Te resided at 185 Thornton street. Sheriffs Charles C. Osgood of He was employed by the Boston Exeter, and Floyd I. Gale of and Maine railroad for 36 years and Hampton. was foreman ot the wrecking crew Alvin F. Redden, executive secat the Portsmouth yard when he retary of the New Hampshire Sealeft the road in 1922. coast Regional association; Owen From 1922 until bis retirement in J. Brown, former state fuel admin-J 1944 he served as gate tender on the Memorial bridge. istrator, and Mrs. Mary Houston of the attorney general's office in • • Concortl. MR. WEEKS was captain of the State and city police furnished Moses Goodrich company No. 4 in escorts from Portsmouth to Farmthe Portsmouth fire department and ington under lhe supervision of later was named to the board of Colonel Caswell. / engineers. He once held the office of president in the New England Veteran Firemen's association and was a charter member of the Franklin Pierce Veteran Firemen's associaD•"J.\ tion of Portsmouth. Associate Judge Hany W. PeyMr. Weeks served In the state ser, police and newsmen observed / Legislature as a representative from a period of silence in memory ofj Portsmouth nearly 30 years ago, the late Judge Jeremy R. Waldron He was born in Portsmouth Aug. du.ring today's session of Ports25, 1867, the son of the late George mouth court. and Katherine (Shields) Weeks. The city hall flag was placed at He Is survived by four sons, Edhalf mast in- Judge Waldron's ward A., Jr., of Eastport, Me.; ArFOR BE EVOLENCE-Dr. Cornelia .b. Walker, center, and her husmemory. thur G., Ernest W. and Charles A., band, Dr. Thomas B. Walker, right, accept from Exchange Club President all of Portsmouth; two daughters, Philip F. Gray the Book of Golden Deeds award. (Portsmouth H~rald photo) Mrs. Patrick Lonegan, Jr., and Mrs. James N. Watt, also of Portsmouth, as well as 21 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. • Court Attaches Honor Waldron Fred L. Wood ~ Appointed to o, !Naval Academy Fred L. Wood of 205 Wibird street has been appointed by U. S. Rep. Chesler E. Merrow to th_e U. s. naval academy next year, 1t was announced today. The first alternate for the appointment is Henry C. Holt, Jr., of Epping, and the third_ alternate is Thomas F. Gray of Oliver street, New Castle. At least one Portsmouth area man has a possibility of attending the U.S. military academy at West Point next year. Neil L. Harvey of Surfside Park, Hampton, was rhosen third alternate for the position, Merrow said. ,Mental Fatigue' ~ Strikes Walton 1 .William C. Walton, Jr., free in $15 000 ball on a federal charge 1nvol~ing him in $100,000 In irregu- ' larltles at the New Hampshire National bank, is a Portsmouth ~;~pita! patient, suffering from treme mental fatigue." ' Portsmouth hospital acknowledged that Walton ls a patient and the former bank president's physician, Dr. Henry J. Robbins, reported that his condition was not critical: Walton ls slated for an April _appearance before a federal grand Jury on a charge of misapplying the bank's f~nds. Walkers Win Honor n.,,1z I Albert Woolfson For 'Golden Deeds' Named President Of Temple Israel Albert H Woolfson was elected president of Temple Israel at the annual meeting of the temple last night i:1 the vestry. Harold Glazer was named president; Albert H. Sados, corresponding secretary; Solomon Bernat, financial .!ecretary; Max Weisner, tre,surer. The board of directors includes Alex Belostock, Ph111p Borwlck, Joseph Cohen. Jack Dlnnerrnan, Benjamin Ger.sh, Leo Herskowitz, Samuel Kline, Harry Llberson, Archie Marcus, Sam Rottenberg, Louis Schwartz and Harry Winebaum. · For "their deeds of charity and benevolence so apparent to Portsmouth," Doctors Thomas B. and Cornelia B. Walker were presented the Book of Golden Deeds award last night by the Exchange club. The award, the second annual presentation made by the local service club, went to the husband and wife medical team also because "they have made Portsmouth a better place to live." The tributes were made by Roberti*· THE ST TE 'I'E t. he i:ald fs F. Caswell, program chairman, and comJ)OSed of s psychiatrist, a social Phlllp F. Gray, Exchange club presiworker and a psychologist. dent, who made the presentation of Past President Robert E. Whalen the plaque. Mrs. Robert F. Caswell introduced William MacQuatters as also gave Dr. Cornella Walker a s new member or the Exchange bouquet of roses on behalf of the club. club. Guests included Mrs. Dorothy Bovard, winner of the fir•t Book or ABOUT 115 G ESTS and representatives of Portsmouth medical Golden Deeds award last year. She organizations gathered in the Rock- fs exet.'Utive secretary of the Portsingham hotel to witness the pres- mouth F'amily Welfare assocfatlon. entation and to hear Dr. Anna Phil- Others were Forrest M. Eaton, presbrook of Concord, director of child ident of the rehabllltation center, guidance and mental hygiene at the and offlcers of the Portsmouth Mednew children's center in Concord, ical a&oc!atlon, the Portsmouth hospital, and the District Nursing appeal for the placement of a social association. worker trained in psychiatric techniques in the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center. Dr. Philbrook, whose address was made possible by the Portsmouth Medical association, cited case histories of mental problems for children and suggested that Portsn1 outh take advantaci;e of a state clinic team in tile study of children's mental health problem.•. .. . • • ------- • �Dr. Cornelia Walkfr Feted by YWCA Board of Directors ,i DR, THOMAS B. WALKER DR. CORNELIA B. WALKER Walkers to Give Up Portsmouth Practice Dr, Cornelia. Walker was honored Thursday night at the regular meeting of the YWCA board of directors. Mrs. John Parkhurst, president, presented Dr. Walker with a copy of "Architectmal Heritage of t~e Plsce.taque." from board members m recognition of her work as a member of the board and other committees. Refreshments were served during a. social hour. The business meeting included a discussion of the budget to be presented to the Community Chest. The following board members volunteered to help with the Community Chest campaign: \ Olerice.1 work, Miss Mar~aret Hickey, Mrs. Sherwood C. Brown, Mrs. Cecil M. Neal, Mrs. Arthur Weeks, Mrs. Albert M. Hecker, I Frances Skofleld, Mrs. K . S. H~ ' Mrs. Horace Gray; initial gifts, Miss \ Frances Wiggin; organizations, Mrs. Eric Ebbeson; speakers, Mrs. How•ard Lee. _ _ _ _ _ __ ~ft Portsmouth's husband and wife doctor team is planning to leave here and return to Concord from whence it crune 10 years ago, Doctors Thomas B. and Cornelia. B. We.Iker announced today that they are giving up their Portsmouth practices and Dr. Thomas will assume the post of "head doctor" at St. Paul's school on Sept. 1. ~ \ , '?-.\ Two War Heroes En Route Home For Burial Rites The male Dr. Walker's jovial ex-1 . pie.nation of their plans to move ~is wl!e, besides ~ngaglng in an from Portsmouth ls that such a active medical practice, is a memmove "will add 10 years to my life ber 0 ~ th e Portsmouth board of . education. She was elected to the and, most important of all, 1 can board in 1947 f ~h fl t · •th k"d " , one o , e rs six b e WI my 1 s. members elected under the city The Walkers left St. Paul's in 1939 manager system. to come to Portsmouth where Dr. Mrs. Walker ls also a graduate of Thomas Walker started a pract'c Columbia's school of medicine with a a pediatrician. A doctor notel fo the class of 1934 and ls alsJ on the his unstinting service to pat!, • Portsmouth hos9ital staff. Dr. We.Iker was engaged in lot.'/ The couple have made their home practice for only two years before at 928 South stre=t with their tlhree entering the navy in October, 1941. children, Nancy, T:>m and Sam. • • • HE R EMAINED in the navy unt 1 1945, seeing service in the PaclfH· theater, and befo1'e being release f ran his naval medical dutie .• h hospitalized at the Portsmouth naval hospitlll. Once out of the service, Dr. Walker resumed the !)'l'actice of pediatry in Portsmouth and, with his wife, formed one of the state's most unusual medical teams. w11 The two doctors were honored last March by the Portsmouth Exchange club, which inscribed their 11ames on the "Book of Golden Deeds" in appreciation of their eHorts toward making Portsmouth "a better place to live" by their "deeds of charity.'' At the present time Dr. Thomas Walker beads the New Hampshire Pediatricians association, to which post he was named last October. • • • A ATIVE of New York City, he graduated from the Columbia. university school of medicine in 1933 and served his internship in a New York hospital. The bodies of a Portsmouth man and a 1'1orth Berwick flier are en route home for reburial. Lt. James J. Leary, son of Dennis P. Leary of 304 Woodbury avenue, Portsmouth and Lt. Elroy F. Wyman,;on of Mr. and Mrs Melville J . Wyman of Wells street, North Berwick, are among 54 Maine and New Hampshire men being returned aboard the Army Transport Haiti Victory. Lieutenant Leary, a native of Portsmouth, was graduated from Portsmouth high school in 1938 and later attended the University of New Hampshire for two years. ~ A navigator aboard the Flying Fortress, "Peg of My Heart," he was reported missing during a hee.vv raid over southern Germany Feb. 22, 1944. His family later was notlf!ed he was killecl in action and burled Dr. Thomas B. Walker and his in a Belgian cemetery, wife, Dr. Cornelia. B. Wi;.Jker, are to Before his enlistment in Janube honored by the Portsmouth Exary, 1943, he was employed e.t the change club for their work with Portsmouth naval shipyard as an children and their charity work apprentice sheet metal worker. throughout the past year. Lieutenant Leary was commisThe club will present the "Book i;ioned at Selman field, La., and went of Golden Deeds Award" to the overseas in the fall of 1943. , couple at a. meeting Tuesday night Lieutenant Wyman, a graduate at the Rockingham hotel. of North Berwick high school in Members of the Portsmouth Me1939, was shot in a German prison dical association and their wives camp March 18, 1945, when he will be guests. emerged from an air raid shelter Dr. Anna Philbrook o! Concord, before the all clear was sounded. child psychiatrist, wlll discuss the He was graduated from McIntosh possibility of establishing a. child • Business college, Dover, and enpsychiatr\c center in Portsmouth. llsted in the a.Ir force in 1942. He reMrs. Dorothy Bovard of the Famceived training In Santa. Ana., Call!., ily Welfare association, who won the Maxwell field, Montgomery, Ala., award last year, and Forrest M. Eaton, president of the Portsmouth and Victorville, Calif. He was gradRehabilitation center, will be speuated from navigation school at cial guests. Hondo, Tex., In May, 1943, and went overseas the next November. Doctor Couple ~ To Be Honored By Exchange Club I Sidney Trueman, local Contractor, ~ Succumbs at 80 "$'Sidney Slater Trueman, 80, of 1240 I slington street, local contractor who built the First Methodist church on Miller avenue, died today at the Frizzell nUising home. He was born Oct. 1, 1868, the son of James A. and Jolly Moore Trueman. A communicant and for more than 20 years a senior warden of St. John's Episcopal church, be was a member of the church choir for more than 40 years. A member of st. Andrew's lodge No. 56, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, Mr. Trueman was a past high priest of Wa&hington Royal Arch chapter, a past thrice illustrious master of Davenport council, Royal and Select Masters, !}, past eminent commander of DeWitt Clinton commandery, Knights Templar, and a member of New Hampshire consistory of 32nd degree Masons of Nashua. • • • HE ALSO WAS a past president of the Kiwanis club and for many years served as treasurer of the New Hampshire Lodge of Odd Fellows. Survivors include four daughters, Nina and Norma Tr..teman, both of Portsmouth, Mrs. Gustave Peterson of Dl.ll1ham and Mrs. Elmer Bugbee of Hollls; one' son, Albert S. Trueman of Portsmouth; a brother, Frank W. Trueman of Portsmouth; two sisters, Mrs. Jessie St. Onge of Portsmouth and Mrs. Charles Kane of Cochituate, Mass.; four grandchildren and five great-grandchil- 10 Area Men ~'I;" Get Commissions In Reserve Units Ten Portsmouth area men who have completed an advanced course of the reserve officers training corps at the University of New Hampshire were commissioned yesterday as second lieutenants in reserve army and air force units. In the group are five Portsmouth men, Frank Currier Morrison of 110 Circuit road, air force reserve; El~ mer Trombly Bullock of 154 Rockhill avenue, air force reserve; William Bernard Mates, Jr., of 866 State street, infantry-reserve; Kenneth Ernest Hamilton of 10 Rockhill avenue, signal corps reserve, aud ArthUI Joseph Rafferty of 592 Circuit road, infantry reserve. • • • OTHERS ARE David Benjamin Watson of Leaning Elm farm, Fox Point road, Newington, air force reserve, and Ezra Chase Trumbull, Jr., Locke road, Hampton, coast art!Jlery corps reserve. Also Bernard Paul Goldsmith of Durham, infantry-reserve; Robert Wallace Crory of Durham, air force reserve, and Charles Fabyan Drake of Bolt hill, Eliot, artillery corps reserve. �5 Area Seniors Gain Top Honors In UNH Studies :1 tFive seniors from the Ports6?uth area were graduated from the University of New Hampshire with high scholastic honors last week, the university announced today. Robert L. Abell and Eva Thomas f Durham graduated summa cum leude and Elaine S. Krasker, Donald G. O'Brien and Phillip E. Toomire of Por\;smouth graduated magna cum laude. In addition, the following seniors made the cum laude list: Arthur F. r Butler, Wendell P. Clare, Jr., Thomas W. Cushing, Joseph A. Langton, Bernard• Lepoff, Ruth W. Libby, 10RE THA 90 YEARS-l\1ichaeJ J. Griffin, Dr. Farnum C. Steveus aud Miss Agnes Ralph, Jett to right, James S. Rock, Bernard Ross, Alcot represent a. total of more than 90 years service at the Ports mouth internal revenue office. They were feted at a. EI. Stover, Richard A. Toomey and testimonial dinner at the Rockingham hotel this week. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Barbera Tucker, all of Portsmouth; Joseph F. Gaulin, Albert R. McReel, Relph S. Mosher and Frederick J. Robinson of Exeter; Bernard P. Goldsmith, Helen A. Grinnell and Joan F. Prince of Durham; Ezra c. Trumbull, Jr., of Hampton and Earle Williams of New Castle. Three veteran employes of the Portsmouth Internal revenue office were honored at a testimonial dinner Thursday at the Rockingham hotel. Miss Agnes Ralph, Michael J. Griffin and Dr. Farnum C. Stevens have retired after serving more than 30 years, each with the local revenue Four Portsmouth residents are office. 1 among 10 area students at the Miss Ralph, a native of Franklin, University of New Hampshire refirst entered internal revenue serTHE GENERAL CO MITTEE ceiving awards at the annual honvice as an o!flce deputy in the in- Included Thomas J. Connelly end ors convocation held on the Durham come tax division Oct. 29, 1917, when Alice D. Durnin, co-chal.!men; Carl- campus today. the Portsmouth office handled re- ton B. Badger, Arnold s. Barrett, Arthur J. Rafferty of Portsmouth turns for New Hampshire, Maine Maurice H. Dubuc, Gerald D. Foss, a·eceived the American Legion and Vermont. Maxine L. Gauthier, Alfred o. medal awarded to the senior man She was the first woman to be ap- Houle, Charle.s A. Lear, Mabel F. who has attained the hlghe.st dispointed bookkeeper in the New Little, John J. Shea, Nellie E. Stack- tinction in mmtary science, athletics Hampshire collection district. She pole, David A. Tober, Lawrence E. and scholarship. was comptroller from Dec. 16, 1942, Walker, James L. Watson an<! WalTwo awards were presented to until her retirement Feb. 28. ter G. Wllland. John C. McGill of Portsmouth: Mr. Grl!fln was graduated from Mr. Tober was chairman of the The Alfred E. Richards memorial Portsmouth high school and Bliss entertainment committee assisted by ~cholarsblps t9 a student majoring Business college. He was employed Mr. Barrett, Mr. Dubuc, Mr. Foss m chemstry and the Albert A. Chaby the Boynton Bottling works and and Marlon E. Little.field; Lorraine ralt award of $25 to the man stulater by the Frank Jones Brewing E. Houle, chairman, Richard F. dent who writes the be.st short story. company. He served as city treas- Ahern, Catherine M. Durnin, RosA New Hampshire Hotel assoclaurer during 1917. monde A. Grande and Eva G. Lib- tlon award of $100 went to Harry B. • • • erty, re.servatlons. Ellis of Portsmouth for high scholHE WAS APPOINTED office dep- Mr. Barrett, chairman, Margarastic atld interest uty collector of internal revenue et M. McCarthy, Charles F. Mc- hotel achievement work. Feb. 18, 1918. Interna l Revenue Office *T-=====:::::;::::;:::::--IOArea Students Honors Three Employes Win Awards at~ UNH Convocation in/ He retire<! Feb. 29, 1948. A native of Portsmouth, he ls the son of the late Michael J. and Catherine (Connery) Griffin. A fotmer practicing dentist, Dr. Stevens entered government service in 1917 and was assigned to the burnau ot internal revenue In Washington. He was appointed to the Portsmouth office Feb. 25, 1918, and was retired Oct. 31, 1947, as chief or the income tax division. He was graduated from Becker Business college, Worcester, Mass., in 1909 and from Harvard university dental school in 1916. Collector F. Clyde Keefe was toastmaster and honora1-y chairman for the dinner. • • • • • • Portsmout Boys Win Honors at · Choir Festival JOA L. BRIGHTMAN, also ot this city, received the J. Herbert Marceau scholarship. A Greenland student, Earl G. Caswell, won the Alpha Chi Sig'lnal trophy for fr_eshman excellence general chemIStry. Two Portsmouth boys won awards Two Durham residents Ludvig at the New Hampshire Boy ' Choir B. Strangeland and Joan F Prince festival sponsored by Episcopal -----· ' churches last week at the Church of received the Phi Lambda Phi prize the Good Shepherd in Nashua. ) of $10 to a senior for proficiency in They are Bruce Wellde, alto, who Physics and general scholarship won a medal, and Robert Johnson, · an<! the deRochemont award of soprano, who was awarded honor- $200 !or the be.st story from the able mention. Both are of Christ New England 6Cene that may be church. ' considered for motion picture proParticipating in the festival were ductlon, respectively. St. John's end Christ churches of Edward J. Soboczensk! and BerPortsmouth, St. Paul's of Concord, nerd E. Brisson were awarded the Grace of Manchester and the Corinne H. Coburn scholarship for Church of the Good Shepherd. worthy students from E ete Edward Crawford of Concord was x r. director and John S. Mitchell of Margaret A. Willard of New Christ church was organist. Castle won the George Engelhardt scholarship ot $150 as the highest ranking woman sophomore. in �24 Port City Students lI To Get U_NH Degrees I BACHELOR of arts, college of liberal arts: Miss Ruth M. Taylor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fielding Taylor of Greenland, education. The Durham graduates and their majors ; Bachelor of science, college of agriculture, Miss Caroline B. Eaton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Eaton of Bay road, home economics, hospital dietetics; Miss Jean S . Higldns, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leroy J H I In c, f 86 Madbury road , home 11 UC , 0 pl I dietetics. Twenty-four Portsmou',h stu , " TPCelve degrees tomorrow~ when the University of Ne I'/ Hampshire . largest class in its history. In addition to the 797 bachelors'] degrees to be awarded by President Arthur S. Adams, 76 graduates stuDavid R. Smith, Jr., S'on of Mr. dents-two from Portsmouth-are and Mrs. Da d R Smith, Sr., of 32 to receive masters' degrees. Rock.ing'h m stieet, mechanical enThe university"s president will be gineering; CharJ s F. Sullivan, son - Bachelor of science, colleg o I era! arts: Robert Bruce Bulger, son the commencement speaker a.t the of Mr. and ~-s. John J. Sul11van of of Mr. and Mrs. John P. Bulger, exercises which a.re to be held at 104 Cate street, electrical engineerhotel admlnlstratlon; Bruce G. Lewis fields at 2 pm ing; John Eric Peterson, son of Mrs. Grant, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. The morning baccalaureate service Olaf A. Peterson of 1 Wibird street, Grant of Mathes te1Tace, business; at 10 o'clock will be conducted by civil engineering; and Kenneth R. Robert A Johnson, son of Mr. and the Rev. Whitney s. K. Yeaple of Woodward, son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Mrs. Arthur W. Johnson of 19 Mill Concord, executive secretary of the B. Woodward or 79 Concord way, roa<I, business. New Hampshire council of Churches. mechanical engineering. Bachelor of arts, college of liberal The invocation will be given by the Bachelor of science from the colRev. Wilfrid H. Bunker of Durham; lege of agriculture : Bernard Ro.s.s arts: Miss Helen A. Grinnell, daughthe prayer by Rabbi Hershel Matt of 90 Profile avenue, agronomy; ter of Dr. and Mrs. Harold C. Grinof Na.shua and the benediction by and Cecil S. Brown, son of Carl ,nell of 24 Bagdad road, English; the Rev. J. Desmond O'Connor of s . Brown of 113 Circuit road, agron- Russell S. Harmon, Jr., son of Mr: and Mrs. Russell S. Harmon, Sr. of Durham. omy. 25 Park court, psychology; Miss Joan • • • BaC'helor of arts, college of liberal F. Prince, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. MASTER'S DEGREES a.re to be arts: MiSs Culotta . Dondexo, awarded to Edmund R. East of 263 daughter of Mrs. Mary C. Dondero Ford S. Prince of 19 Main st reet, English. Rockland street, master of arts; and of State street, English. Bernard Charles I. Tewksbury of 27 Jack- Lepoff, son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam- : In addition, three Portsmouth son street, master of science. uel Lepoff of 567 State street, psy- men, who completed their work last East was graduat ed from Brown chology. John C. McGIil, son of :February, are to receive their deuniversity in 1938 with a degree in Chester McGill of Congress street, grees. They are Thomas P. Ahearn, 132 arts and Tewksbury was graduated English .• from UNH last year as a• bachelor Arthur J . Rafferty, son of Mrs. Chapel street; Wendell P. Clare, Jr., of science. John R.afferty of 592 Circuit roa<I, 29 Sherburne avenue, and Louis Graduating with a bachelor of education; M.!ss Jean Smith, daugh- Mackles of 179 Lincoln avenue. science degree from the college of ter of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence H . liberal arts are Miss Margaret M. Smith of 464 Middle street, English. 1 Badger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mrs. Elaine Sa.dos K.rasker, dau~h- ' Paul Badger of 700 Woodbury ter of Mr. and Mr.s. Albert A . Sados avenue physical education teacher of 538 Union street, government. ' preparation; Norman A . D 1·nner • • • • man, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob H . FOURTEE Portsmouth are a Dinnerman of 19 Doris avenue, zo- students are also receiving degrees ology; Lionel Levitt, son of Mr. a nd at Sunday"s commencement. , Mrs. Joseph Levitt of 338 Pleasant Bachelor of science, college of street business; MiSs Rut h Wanda agriculture, David B. Watson, son of ' Libby: daughter of Mrs . . Lloyd 1'.l· Mr. and Mrs. Myles Watson 'of NewMcGraw of 2 Fairview dnve, music ington, horticulture. . 1 education. Bachelor of sci nee, college of lib• • • era! arts: Douald K. Adams, son of Bachelor of science from the col- Mr. and Mrs. Howard F. Ada.ms of lege of technology: Ogunquit, mathematics ; Joseph A. Langton, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Byron R. Brown, Jr., son of Mr. M. Langton of Kittery, mathematics; and Mrs. Byron R. Brown, Sr., of Philip H . Morrison, son of Mr. and 625 llncoln avenue, mechanical en- Mrs. Crane A. Morrison of Kittery, gineering· Arthur F . Butler, son of business. Mr. and Mrs. John A. Butler of 168 Ned S. Rand, Jr., son of Mr. and Fleet street, chemis try; Robert O. Mrs. N . Sherman Rand of Rye, soc- I Durgin, son of Mr. anq Mrs. ,l'ohn l ial service ; Miss Harriett L. Ham- 1 w. Durgin of 600 Greenland road, mond, daughter of Roscoe E .Ham- , civil engineering; Warren M . Foss, mond of Newington, bacteriology ; son of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar H. Fo.ss Miss Barbara Tucker, daughter of of 236 Raleigh way, chemistry. Mrs. Frances R. Tucker of Rye , ocOwen o. Gray, son 6f Mrs. George cupatlonal therapy ! Frederick L . . Ora of 6 Rock street, mechanical Wilson of Ellot, ~usmess. ~ngine!ring ; Stanley M. Holiday, Bachelor of science, college Jr son of Stanley M. Holiday, Sr., of technology: Warren H . Jr 898 Maplewood avenue, mechanical son of Mr. and Mr . . gineering· saanuel A. Levingston, Allen, Sr., of Rye, mechamcal englnen f Mr ' d Mrs Tony M . Lev- eering. F ernald D. Douglas, son of son o · f· an 673 south street, me- Mr. an d M rs. M ayn ard Dougla · of t Jngs ?n 1 . . Donald O o •- Eliot chemical engineering ; Allison 1 oh~ruca enogfn;:;i:~;d Mrs Joh·n E R. Knight, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Brien, son · · · Ra d Kn! ht of Eliot elec· f 343 Union street, elec- A. ymon g . ' . o 'B nen trical engineering; David R . Pettitrlcal engineering. f Mr an d Mrs Raymond grew, son o . • Pettigrew of Eliot, civil engineering ; Earle Williams, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Williams of New Castle, electrical engineering . C. ° ° . . I I �Rehabilitation'J~,1cWorker Honored Miss Minnie Witham, director of the Portsmouth Rehabllltation center, was honored by the New Hampshire Society for Crippled Children and Handicapped Persons, in recognition of 10 years service with the society, at a testimonial dinner last night at Howard Johnson's. Introduced by Harry A. Saunders, executive director of the society, Miss Witham outllned the circumstances of her entry into rehabilltat,ion work. She said that during her own struggle with polio, she felt that U she recovered, "God had something for me to do." The daughter of the Rev. Ned D. Witham, a retired Methodist minister, and Mrs. Witham, of Plymouth, Miss Witham was born in West Milan. She was graduated from Stevens high school in Claremont, and from the University of New Hampshire. She received a bachelor of science degree from the TEN YEARS OF SERVICE-Miss Minnie Witham accepts a gift, in university in June, 1945. tribute for her work with the New Hampshire Society for Crippled • • • Children and Handicapped Persons, from Harry A. Saunders, executive CLINICAL TRAINING followed at director of the society, (Portsmouth Herald ~hoto) the Community Workshop at Providence, R. I., and at the New Hamp- Morley company plant on Islington shire state hospital in Concord and street. Now the center ls located the ChUdren's hospital at Buffalo, a.t 10 Menlmac street, where more N. Y. than 80 patients are served monthly. Whe Miss Witham came to PortsMr Saunders presented Miss mouth April 15, 1946, the Ports- Witham with a pen and pencil 6et, mouth Rehabilitation center was in behalf o! the organization. situated ln a small 6ection of the Tributes to Miss Witham were I given by Mrs. S. Gordon Task, chairman of the volunteers' committee; Mre. Jean Vachon, occupational therapist at the center, and Mr. Saunders, who declared that Miss Witham was "the first 10-year member" in Portsmouth and that he hoped there would be many more from the Portsmouth group. Miss Dorothy Merrm, newly appointed occupational tberoplst at the Manchester center and youngest society taff member, was introduced; also Miss Dorothy Pace, who has run a. benefit fund !or several years. • • • ALBERT BUNT was song leader and Mrs. Frances Fitzgerald of Milford was pianist. Mrs. Fitzgerald Is the state office manager, at Nashua. Mrs. Janet Bonnell of Nashua, director of the exteru;!on service of the society, was chairman of arrangements. Mfss Witham ended the 6esslon wibh a tribute to Portsmouth. "Portsmouth ls such a big success because of the cooperation extend' ed by everyone." She praised in particular the Portsmouth center staff and the Portsmouth Kiwanis club. The center, a project of the New Hampshire society, ls partially sponsored by the Kiwanis club. �Bright Industrial Future Seen for Portsmouth Port.smouth's industrial possibilities ai:e greater now than ever befOl'e, Edward Ellingwood, executive director of the State Planning and Developmen commission, said yesterday during an inspection trip ef possible industrial sites by his commission and -a. special advisory committee fo,• a Portsmouth po1-t authority. ~1.t> The group, composed of 11 city, regional and state officials, toured :.~":,"'1:.:\:~ ::~::.~-: st e e I M •,, 0 nI hour yesterday afternoon and surveyed industrial sites, navigation facllitle& a.nd harbor and river obstructions. Ellingwood, who directed the tour, stated that Portsmouth's industrial future is "much brighter now than it has been in the past." • • • "THERE IS a wealth of possible industrial sites along the river here that await only development and the application of capital," Ellingwood said. Emphasizing that he did not want to take a "pessimistic" stand but intended to "clear the record," Ellingwood spiked rumors that a large steel company plam to move to Portsmouth in the near future. "We would welcome such a move. But ns far as my commission 1s concerned there is absolutely no truth to reports that 'Big Steel' or any other large industry intends to move to Portsmouth," Ellingwood explained. - --~-~--------- -------------------1 1 I y O Portsmouth has a possible chance of having a big steel mill located here-but no greater chance. In substance, this Is the situation as seen by men who are prominent within the organization that is pushing the project for New England-the New England Council. After months of spadework and investigation, the council's iron and steel committee can report only that several steel companies are "interested" in establishing a plant somewhere on the East coast, possibly in ew England. And only on that basis, so it's said, is Portsmouth in "competition" as a steel mill site, It remains to be seen whether the city bas the natural and physical attributes to • • • HOWEVER, ELLINGWOOD said that the New England Council is continuing a vigorous campaign to draw a steel Industry into New England "as a whole-not just the Ports• mouth area." Others making the trip in addition to Ellingwood were Winfield L. Shaw of New Boston, chairman; Herbert Brewster of Manchester, Edward Gallagher of Laconia, sulo Tani, planning director; Andrew M. Heath, publicity director, all of th e state Planning and Development commission. Also City Manager Edward c. Peterson, John H. Greenaway, pres!dent of the New Hampshlre Natlonal bank of Porramouth; Perley I. Fitts of Durham, state agriculture commis,sloner, and Thornton N. Weeks of Greenland, members of the Portsmouth Port study group, and Alvin F. Redden, treasurer and executive secretary of the New Hampshire seacoast Regional De- ! velopment association. p accommodate such a big step In industrial development. The New England council's "steel mill experts" were unwilling to pass direct judgement on Portsmouth's chances when asked yesterday to discuss the question. Their hesitancy, they said, ls based on lack of familiarity with Portsmouth's potentialities, That a steel mill will come to the East coast seems very likely. The Mesabi range in Minnesota is running out, and so far, no other large source of iron ore has been discovered in the United States. The range that is being developed in Labrador promises to supply plenty of high grade ore, beginning some time in 1953, and that is bow the East Area Towns Invited TO Steel cO~ference Portsmouth continues to organize support in its drive for the location of a steel mill here. This afternoon at 4 o'clock, officials from all the towns and cities 25 in a a -mile radius will to bear transcription of ameet report given the New England Council Saturday at York Harbor on the possibilities of a $2,000,000 sleel mill coming to New England. Mayor Cecil M. ea!, who Is organizing a committee to assemble information on Portsmouth's facllities for such a gigantic industry, \ said the meeting will be held in the I council chambers at city hall, but \ th at If there Is not enough room . th ere the meeting will be transferred to the. Community Center. I •bf , S51 e may get into the steel making business. It will be cheaper to transport the ore fl'ont Labrador to the East coast than to any other part of the country. One official said he believed that southern New England is the "best place" for the mill because of its proximity to markets using 2,700,000 tons of steel a year. New England Council offi• clals, however, say they are not favoring any one particular city and stress that they are attempting to obtain a steel mill for New England as a whole. The decision on where to locate will be made by a steel company and not by the council, it was pointed out. I as a special meeting called 'by Gov. Sherman Adams. Neal said the purpose of today's meeting would be to acquaint neighboring communities with the situation as seen by the New England Council, and to ask for their support. Yesterday, nearly 100 members of the Unitarian - niversalist church adopted a resolution pledgirrg th~ir support " in any area om· a ·istance Is needed," in attracting new industry to the area. • • • T KE1 after the Rev. William W. Lewis preached at the regular morning service on the need for leadership in the community which can "alter otu· present economic base in order that our city may grow In new di1 FREDERICK * *C. • BLACKALL, rections." 1 JR., chairman of the New EngSupport al o came from Lauland Council's Iron and steel committee, and the committee's con- rence F. Whittemore, of Pembroke, sultant, John E. Kelly, gave the president of the ew Haven railrpport to members of the Coun road, who said Saturday he was in ell and several Portsmouth offi- favor of a steel mill for ew Engl and. He suggested that aid In fincials Saturday. The report was subslantlall ancing the project be asked of the the same as that Kelly gave to the federal government, not as a hand\ Portsmouth city council Thursday out, but as a loan. THE tOVE WA �co·m mittee Plans Su,vey .O f Steel Plant Fac.ilities ~;~ I ·Several Cities r -- ..- - Lynn Cons.1dered ·iPrivate Citizens ~t:~ ~~~j:i: ;!~~~~t~~~~:!:: 1 1 1 mayor said he had heard of none. In Area Asked · For Steel Mill$·•1 Join Drive fors·;.o il\::•:s:;~;,~;;,•.r:::~~ To Lend Support Off ·1c·1al Revea'ts Steel Mill Here m~~.::R:.,.'i.~:,,"~~e.n.'~.: Rapid progress Is being made by offlclals organizing a committee which wlll survey Portsmouth's facllllles for a steel mill. Mayor Cecil M. Neal said this morning that Mrs. Arthur M. Patterson of G:·eenland road oHered her services as secretary for the committee yesterday and will be put to work today rounding up representatives from nearby communities for a speclnl meeting Monday '. at 4 pm in the council chambers. Neal said the first step to be taken will be to get representative groups of all cltlzenu from the towns to record their ,support oC the proposal to bring a , steel mlll here. I \ As New Hnmp~hlre organizes a drive to get a steel mill to locale In Porlsmoullt, a bullelln from the Associated Press at noon today re,ported thnt land owned by the Lynh Port Authority ls recelvlng first consideration as a site for a proposed steel mill in New England. John M. Bresnahan, assistant director and executive secretary of the Boston Port Authority, said that the Lynn site is near the General Electric company plant and close to the General Edwards bridge. • • • TENTATIVE PLANS cal: for the towns In a 25-mlle arc from :Portsmouth to be Included. Amesbury, Mass., and Newburyport. Mass., Somersworth, Dover, Sanford and Kennebunk, Me., probably wlll be asked lo parUcipale. This morning, sevcrnl members of the city council and Clly Manager Edward C. Peterson heard a progress report by the Iron and steel committee of the New England Council at York Harbor. Emerson A. McCourt, principal of the New Hampshire Technical Institute, offered the services of the school to train employes for the steel plant. His offer was ma_de to Mayor Neal yesterday. Yesterday afternoon, Joh)1 E. . Kelly, consu\£anl t'or the cw Eng• land Council's Iron and steel committee, met with members of the Dover city council and N.?wington selectmen and told them the snme story on Portsmouth's po~slhilltles he had told the city council Thurs!lay. \ • OF • • HOTH • • • IlRESNAIIAN ADDED II second mill may be established in New Hampshire, but did not elaborate on lhe remark. • Portsmouth's mounting fervor to attract a steel mill here had spread from organized groups to private citizens today as Mayor Cecil M. Neal announced he had received a petition f~om 53 residents of the ' Christian shore area. The petition bore the underlined slogan "He Who Hesitates Is Lost," and said the signers were residents of one neighborhood In Portsmouth In favor of . getting the steel Indus• try Into Portsmouth. Mayor Neal presented the petitlon to officials from about 25 surrounding communities gathered yesterday afternoon In the councn \ chambers o{ city hall to hear a tape recording of•a report by the New Ei{gland Council's iron and steel \ committee to- the Council last Sat, urday at Yor.k Harbor, · Ile snld fresh waler could be R 36-inr.h Metropolitan Distrlct water . main servinR the gear plant o{ the General Electric company. Mayor Cecil M. Neal, who ls organizing Portsmouth support for the drive to get the mill here, said the Lynn announcement was • • • Further progress was made In organizing the drive as Gov. Sherman Adams met with Portsmouth officials yesterday In the office of Mayor Wesley J. Lyons of Rochester, I steel mill. communlUc11 were Impressed and said they would cooperate fully with Adams agreed to serve 11s head 1 any Investigations Portsmouth I of a committee that will organize makes. the entire effort. The Dover city council followed • • • up with a reF.olutlon last night say-ORIGINALI,Y SCHEDULED for ing It ls "unanimously In favor of tomorrow In Dover, a meeting to name the committee has been postthe l~catlon of a steel mill in this poned and will be held In a few area. I days. Kelley was taken on a quick inIn the meantime, the town of spection of a suggested site in Newington will vote 011 wbether Newington yesterday by members to approve support for the drive of the council and Chamber of at a meeting to be held Saturda> Commerce. night at 8 o'clock. ' lie reported the location was as 1 The Newington Grange went on good R!I nny he had s en, and was record last night as favoring the particularly Impressed by the river, steel mill location here. which he said was mo1·e than adequate. l OFFICIALS ·· I A TELEGRAM from Sen, Styles ' Bridges promising asslstimce "In every way possible" was also read Ito the group of almost 100 attending yesterday's session. 1 Mayor Neal read another resolulion adopted by the Walbarh Gran ~:! of Castle offering its con1>4ration. Fredcrlck C. Blackall, .Tr., chairman o{ the Iron and steel commiltee :md John E. Kelly, the committee's consultant, were heard on the tape recording yesterday. Both men repeated what had been told Portsmouth's city council at Inst TJrnrsday's 11<peclal meeting, When Kelly outlined what the chances were of Portsmouth becoming the home of a $20,000,000 Ne,v Idrawn from "IT DOF.S . ''I' CIIA 'GF. our plans a bit," he added, "we still will go all out In our eHort." I • *· •· Plllsburgh slcel executives, he s11id, are influenced In favoring Lynn by an ample ~upply o( fresh water and accessablllty to the slle by cargo barges. •'nC'"'S, 0 minlstrative assistant to Senator Bridges; Mayor Romeo st. Laurent of Somersworth; City Manager Woodbury Brackett of Dover and members of the Dover city council; r E. C. Ma riner, Jr., town manager at Wells; ·Robertth B. Weiss, town manager at Sou Berwick; Warren E. Knowles, town manager at Berwick; Wllllam J. Warren, secretary of the Rochester Chamber of Commerce; and Miss Helen L. KellY, secreta.ry of the Portsmouth 1 C of C; Wilford Dion of Concord, representing the New Hampshire State Employment Service; Andrew C. Graves, Fred E. Cushman. •• • TOLD the visiting I r NEAL officials that a steel company will not seltle here "unless the people want It," and said that resolutions to that ef!ecl must be gathered and presented to the interested companies. The Rev. William W. Lewis, pastor of the Unllarlan-Unlversalist church. asked Mayor Neal if a regionally reprcsentallve commllte, to formulate a proepcclu11 on what Portsmouth has to offer a steel company would be formed. ' Neal answered It would be. When asked by Councilman Lester R. Whitaker If the other towns would be asked to ahare In the costs Qf maklnl( l~e pros~ctus, Mayor Neal replthd he did not know yet. / ... WHl'rAKER AL O ASKED It there bad been any reports * * * selectmen also were present: Greenland, Leo B. Spencer and Roger W. Caswell; I Raymond, Howard W. Edwards and George C. Go'le; Danville, George W. Shuttuck and Charles M. Harper; SaUsbul'y, Mass., Grant E. Morse and Glenn C. Clark; Newmarket, Arthur Beauchesne; Kittery, William E. Dennett; York Haven H. Winn; Ellr,t, Harold L. Dow; North Humplun, , Joshua Drake, Forest E. Knowles and lrvIng W. Marston; Newton, Augustus E. Locke; South Hampton, Willis J. Evans; Madbury, D. W. Hoyt; Newington, William .H. Beals. Kingsland Dunwoody and Granville S. Knox; Hampton Falls, James H. Thurlow and Wallace M. Harding and William A. Haley; Berwick. Maurice A. Kimball, Charles H. llurcl and Roland Fall: Sanford, M. J. l\'hurlce, Arthur r.L Carignan and Thomas A. Mennler, THE ot FOLLOWING • �Whittemore He~ds ·Area Committee of Steel Mill Planne;s All the members, with the ex- I ceptlon of Ellingwood and St. Laurent, were present at the session. Ellingwood, along with Governor Adams and Riley, will represent the state on the committee. • • • Newington Petition SOMERSWORTH I HOWEVER, a~ estimate of $2,- ... • • • EDWARD Another petition, favoring the big plant for the town, has been in eireulation for more than a week, and its sponsor, George L. Beals, claims that a majority of the residents already have signed It. The city council also will consider several routine mattors at Its s11cclul 11csslon at 7:30 o'clock In the council chambers of city hall. While the petition says the signers are "unalterably opposed to the location of a steel mill of current type proposed in Newington," it does support smaller Industries for the area. Preceding the meeting there will be a public hearing on a petition to have land bordering the Interstate highway rezoned from residential to commercial. Adams Here Today 1For Steel Mill Talks I ALSO, The petition odds that the undersigned ure "not O!ll>osed to , •• small Industries that will not threaten land holdings •.• or pollute or change the flow of the Piseataqua river ... and which will provide employment for the present population of the rreater Portsmouth area." '.l'wo long-time r,:Qldent of Ne,~inrton , L'.o u Hl r. Jo An F. Rowe, USN, .tlt.t !u.,d to the Boston navy yard, and Harold Frink, drew up the petition. U Is not known Just how mnny have signed It. 500 was raised to $10,000 by Governor Adams who said that a compatent engineering firm would probably ask that much. Adams said that contacts will be made with large steel companies soon. The committee will still work with Kelly; the New England will be employed to prepare a pros- Council's consultant for the Iron pectus on the region's facilities for and steel committee, however, a mill. . Adams added. Governor Adams, who pointed Growing support from regional out that he was not qualified to organizations continues to c'ome In. serve as active chairman of the • • • toup because he had "neither the NEAL • DISCLOSED yesterday time nor energy" to devote to th e that letters had been received f ; ,_;n ob, ·was , empowered to organize seven more groups. and head a state body to assist the The Rockingham county commisproject committee in its efforts. sioners stated they were 100 % In _, favor of a steel mill for PortsGOVERNOR declined to be mouth. The Portsmouth Central ,named honorary .c hairman of the Labor union wrote It would "do •project committee but will remain anything In Its power" to bring the an active member. mill here, and the Dover Retail ( The new committee Is mostly re- ' Merchants association voted its gional in its makup. In addition to 1 support. ' Whittemore, who Is Portsmouth The New E::astle selectmen, saydirector of the Seacoast Regional , ing they believed they were exDevelopment association, the group pressing the opinions of "most, if picked Mayor Cecil M. Neal as not all" of the town's residents, secretary and Chamber of Com- offered their ~upport. merce President David C. Packard Members of the Dover Rotary as treasurer. club and the Christie-Drouin post, The other memebrs, chosen to VFW, each have adopted resolurepresent different groups of citi- tions favoring efforts to get n zens in the region, are Forrest M. steel plant here. In Lee, members Eaton, chairman of the Industrial of the Strafford County Fire Warcommittee of the Chamber · of dens association also voiced apCommerce; Granville S. Knox, proval. 1 chairman of the Newington board• of selectmen, and City Manager Edward C. Peterson. THE While the city council Is discussing the a11proprlntlo11 of city funds to assist the Steel Project committee at Its special session tonight, a petition opposing the location of the mill In Newington will circulating In that town. ,Opposition to the proposed arrival · of the $200,000,000 plant, first voiced at a meeting last Saturday ni~ht, is being formalized in the form of a petition. • • • a New England site for a $200,000,000 steel mill. • • • ORGANIZED under the rdlrecon of Gov. Sherman Adams, the committee lost little time in swingtng into action. It promptly named a sub-committee to recommend the name of an engineering firm which s.i.1 Opposes Steel Plant • mayor was unanimously chosen II member although he was not present. The sub-commlllee which will Exactly a week from 1:he date report within two weeks its choice Portsmouth first learned it has 11 chance of becoming 'the home of of an engineering firm to make the I' a gigantic steel llJJll, positive ac- study and prospectus on the retion has been taki:n to get a cam- gion's facilities, is headed by Eaton paign /underway·•. to attract the and includes Ellingwood and Bracmulti-m1J-lion dollar plant here. kett. A 13-man New Hampshire Steel Funds to pay the engineering Project committtee with ,Eugene firm and other expenses will be B. Whittemore of Hampton Falls raised by a finance committee. Daas executive chairman was formed vid C. Packard was named chairyesterday in the city hall council man and empowered to pick his· chatnber. hsslstants. It was a week• ago . yesterday, Committee mebers said they bealmost to the hour, that John E. liev~the expense-Involved will not Kelly, consultant for the New Eng- be great, since much of the inforland Council's Iron and steel com- matlon required exists In state and mittee, told the city council several , local governmental departments steel companle, were considering and can be easily obtained. THE · ELLING- WOOD, executive director of the New Hampshire State Planning and Development commission; William H. Riley, state labor commissioner; C. Wesley Lyons, mayor of Rochester; Woodbury Brackett, Dover city manager; Perley I. Fitts of Durham, president of the Seacoast Regional Development association and Romeo St. Laurent, Somers- \ worth mayor. Mrs. Arthur M. Patterson of • ' Greenland road, who has been J serving as' voluntary secretary for ; the informal group that has been '1 working on -the project since last Friday, was named clerk. ~ _ . ', ' , , t.. Gov. Sherman Adams will meet with officials expected to constitute the New Hampshire Steel Project committee this afternoon at 4 o'clock in the council chambers of city hall. Mayor Cecil M. Neal , City Manager Edward C. Peterson, State Labor Commissioner William H. Riley, Chamber of Commerce President David C. Packard and Dover City l\Ianager Woodbury Brackett are among those expected to attend. • * • GOVERNOR ADAMS said today that prospects for a New Hampshire steel industry are "bright." He said President Truman wants more steel making capacity for the country and that the federal government Is already plecJged to finance half the cost of new construct ion. "),+ Adams saicl he hopes full con- 1 sidcration will be given by federal authorities to New England as a site for the $200,000,000 mill. Estimates are that the mill would employ from 10,000 to 12,000. Neal said he expected the meetIng will probably be devoted to discussing the advisability of hil·ing an outside engineering firm to make a survey of Portsmouth's facilities for a steel mill, I JOHN E. KELLY, consultant for the New England Council's it-on , and steel committee, has already inspected a site In Newington, and declared il, "as good as any I've seen." · Newlngton's residents will meet I Saturday night In the town hall to vote on whether they favor a steel mill taking over a large section of the town. �l15Obey t? Discusj Newington Disagrees 11o St~el Mill 'Too Sooty/: !~!~.!: ~~~~~~~'. 'e A b . Invltes ' tom om 1 ~•• lng a $100,000,000 steel mill will be discussed Nov. 28 by U.S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey in a speech before the Chamber of Commerce. -' Everythln_g from the atom bomb Kelly, con~ultant for the counto the subJect of strikes In the ell's Iron and steel committee exTobey said today that he did not coal Industry was thrown Into the plained In his sperch that se~eral know what information his 11150 maw oC debate Saturday night as steel eompanie~ are Interested In Republican primary opponent. one fifth of Newlngton's voters eslnbllshkig a steel producing mlll Wesley Powell of Hampton Falls, turned out to hear about the In New England. He went on to used In predicting that a Massachances of a steel mill moving In point out the need for such a chusetts or Connecticut site would on the little town. 1 basic Industry for New England. be chosen "within a few weeks." In the meantime, the four-day• • • Powell recently crltic-izeit Tobey old Steel Project committee was HIS EXPLANATION had a neg- for "sitting on his fingers" while losing little time In swinging Into ative affect on some members of Connecticut congressmen have action. It has sent out letters to 12 the audience, however. I been trying to locate a steel mill prominent engineering firm~ askGranville S. Knox, chajrman of in their state. ing them to present bids Friday on the board of selectmen who pre- · • • • .he job or completing a prospectus , sided, openetl the meeting for TOBEY EXPLAINED In a stnleon Portsmouth's !ncllltles for a ! questions after the speech and ment today that no one has as yet mill. • • • opened the door !or a flood of ob- applied for a Reconstruction Fin• BUT TO JIF.J\R some of New- ' jecllons. ance corporation loan with which ington's residents Saturday night. 1 Frederick M. Pickering, former to build the steel plant. This, he the. welcome mat will not be out repre~enlallve to the Legislature, claimed, would be the first step. in that town If and when the mill. 1 ieakml~ oi th; !lrt In tlltsbu~gh, Gov. Sherman Adams, just reestimated to employ from 10,000 a., tsla ti e a spen "ad ·t,e~ turned from a tour of the west, mon 1s 1ere years ago an 1 1s. h lo 12,000 people, arrives. one place 1 never want to return declined comment today. T e .govFor the first time since the news t " ernor heads a citizens committee broke that Portsmouth had a o.David C. Packard treasurer of which seeks lo bring a steel plant chance of becoming the home of the Steel Project c'ommlttee, re- into the Portsmouth area. a steel mill, objections were plied that "Pittsburgh Is now as In a statement a few days ago, raised and aired In public. clean as any other big city." Powell declared, "I have unimAllhough the two-hour meet• • • peachable Information that an anIng was punctuated with lively PACKARD WAS PRESENT at nouncement that either Connecli- ' discussion, most of It adverse to the meeting to answer questions, cut or Massachusetts will win over the mill, no definite conclusions but could not satisfy the audience ' us for a steel mill location In New or expressions oC opinion were that Newington would not become England will be made within a recorded by the 60 properly a soot-laden town. matter of weeks," owners and v6ters present. While the objection .~ n,11 wns • • • foremost, other reasons .Wt-l !.' THE ATOM BOMB was drop- 1 brought up as to why the 1mill ped Into the debate when a woman, 1should slay away. objecting to the mill said It would I' The deadly smog that killed 1 attract atomic allnck. The subject . several people In a Pennsylvania of coal sh1kes was brought up city last year was mentioned," as A preliminary study of the when one man staled that a steel was the possibility of polluting the ,Portsmouth area as a possible site mill would "sink the town In a · Plscataqua river with poisons. storm or Industrial strife every ' Plckel'lng, also let loose a blast at 'for a proposed $100,000,000 steel t}me John L, Lewis calls a strike." 1 the city of Portsmouth. Asking , mill will be considered by the New ,. what Portsmouth had done for it- Hampshire Steel Project commitTowards the end or the session, self, he replied to his own question tee at a meeting In Dover city hali however, George L. Ileals, navy \ by saying it had "torn down a at 7:30 pm today. Gov. Sherman Adams ls schedyard employe and brother of Se- brewery and II shoe factory." uled to attend. Committee memlectman Wllllam Bt'nl~. derlnr<'d • • • bers have Invited John E. Kelly, he was In favor or the mill and re"IF PORTSMOUTH wants a steel 1 ceived worm applau~e. ' mill, let them have it, but for God's New England ~ouncll's steel committee consultant, and Dr. Alfred lie further Identified himself ns sake, keep It out of Newington" 1 G. Neal, Boston banker, to attend. the man behind a pellllon ' circulal- : Pickering said. The group is expected to decide Ing In the town that declares the Other opinions aired were that it signers "In favor of having a steel would not make any difference how whether an engineer's preliminary industry In this vicinity." Newington residents felt about the survey warrants further detailed· • • • 111111, that It would come If It wanted study of Portsmouth's potentialiTJIE WORDING of the petition , lo, and that not enough lnforma- ties. Several Portsmouth area cities was lmmedlntely challenged by two lion was available on just what the have contributed funds lo help fl. residents who claimed It was mis- effect of the 'mill would be. leading In that It did not specify a . A motion lo call a special town nance efforts to Induce a steel Insteel mill. Those objecting lo the meeting was passed, but left hang- dustry into New Hampshire. Portsmouth and New London, mill suggested the petition be ing In the alr. Selectman Knox said changed to read "steel fabricating he did not know himself just what Conn., are said to be leading complants." · the next step by the town would be. petitors among New England cities. Beals retorted that the petition • • • was his property. This morning he THE STEEL PROJECT commit• declnred the list of signers was tee contlnves to forge ahead. Repgrowing and now bean more than resenlatlves of 12 engineering firms 100 signatures. : have been asked to come to Ports! The meeting was opened with a mouth Friday to discuss the prostape recording of John E. Kelly's pectus and to submit bids. . They are City Manager Wood-, , speech before lhe New England , 1 Packard, chairman of the finance bury Brackett of Dover, Perley I. , Council at Yol'k Beach a week ago committee that will raise funds Fitts of Durham, president of the Saturday. to pay for the outside aid, an- Seacoast Regional Development asnounced that he had picked four sociation, Mayor .J. Wesley Lyons : assistants. of Rochester and Mayor Romeo St. Laurent of SomP.rsworth. I I Steel Mill Group0 To Meet Tonight~' I l i I I 7/ �Sudden Spurts of Action •• 1By ·Council and Ci 1zens ·Follow Steel Mil eport During the regular ine'et1ng lasE night, Mayor Neal caHed for another special meeting to act on a a preliminary survey. resolution concerning the 1teel "The spark-the real Impetusplant. should come from Portsmouth It• • • self," Adams told the councilmen. IT WAS DURING that' meeting "The stale will gladly furnish that Councilman Thomas H. Simes engineers and technical · advice for arose and said he thought it too the job," he added. I important to be drawn up ImmeIn describing the plant that Long mouldering 1toi:le ■ that dlately. eventually come to the reIPortsmouth might be the site of a Neal than appointed Councilmen would glon, Kelly stated It would employ steel mlll exploded yesterday and Richard S. Margeson, Frank E. Pat- from 10,000 to 12,000 workers at ,et off bursts of enthusiasm by city erson and Dr. Lester Whitaker to an average weekly wage of $84. officials and interested citizens to th ti n They work• • • draw up e reso1u o · SUCH A PLANT would be deth bring e plant here. ed until midnight last night to com- · signed to turn out 3,700,000 tons The sudden birth of Interest and plete their message, and submitted of steel a year, with 2,000,000 tons the rapid action taken by the it to the council this morning. of that output going to New Engcouncil on the steel mill issue re• It was Kelly who three weeks land fabricators . and the rest to suited from an unexpected visit ago was quoted as saying that three New York state. 'paid to the council yesterday by steel com_panles were interested in The plant would require about Gov. Sherman Adam■ and John E. a New England site. three sQuare miles of land and twoKelly, New England Council' steel . • • • fifths of a mile of good watercommittee representative. KELLY TOLD the council yesfront for wharfage. Called into special meeting yes- terday that It was only a que sti on A good supply of fresh water ls terday afternoon at IS o'clock, ..the 1of time before some city In New also essential, as It takes about 17,council heard Kelly outllne the poi- England 'Yould have a st eel mlll ooo gallons to produce one ton of sibilitles of a steel mill coming · and that one small and two large steel. here and urge the city to take po■l• firms were lnve s ttgatlng th e area. Kelly reported that financing a ttve action. (John W. Higgins, president o( plant of this size would require • • • the Worcester, Mass., Pressed steel $200,000,000, but that procurement AS A RESULT of the special Co., cited Portsmou th as an ideal of the money should be no barrier. session the following steps were location for a mill d~ring a New One million dollars has. already tak • England Council meetmg at York. been assured from Interests out~ en. . d (However James C. Rlchdale of (1) The councll adopte a reso.80 Boston, pres'Id en t of th e New Eng- side New England, Kelly said, and ti 1 1 t 8 lution at a spec a mee ng a :, land Council now meeting in York the rest would be furnished by the this morning saying the city ia Harbor, replied that "neither the steel company and Boston interests • unanimously 1n favor of loca- Council nor its iron and steel sup- ; such as banks and insurance comtion of a steel mill here. . , lies committee will make selec- panies. (2) The council adopted a mo- fton of a site for a New Jo;ngla~d • • • tlon empowering. Mayor Cecil M. st ee1 m ill . The choice" he siud, IN OUTLINING the need for a "d • Neal to form • comm itt ee t o raw "will be made by the steel company source of steel In the region, Kelly up a plan o! action to secure • hi h will join with New England pointed out that steel was from $7 steel mill for Portsmouth." ~te~ests in building the plant.") to $14 a ton cheaper hi the Mid(3) 1The Chamber of Commerce "Big steel companies, a year and west, and that more than one New unanimously adopted a resolution half ago were laughing at us England firm was seriously conth is morning pledging itself :hen we ~entloned a steel plant slderlng moving out of the area "wholeheartedly to the task of £or New England," Kelly related, 1 because of a lack of supply. helping any and all agencies. • • • "but they have . been gradually The· new "rule" for locating steel in an effort to locate • steel mill coming around, and several are now · plants is to bring the steel to the in this vicinity,"' knocking on our door." ' market, and New England is ·using ·• • • . He told the city council he was 2,000,000 tons a year, Kelly ex, DAVID ~- PACKARD, Chamber sworn to secrecy not to divulge plained. f Commerce president, took KeUy their names, but that the lnformaIt is not contemplated to turn nut pn an, mplane inspection of the tlon might be available at the end I heavy products such as rails and eacout rtgion thll morning. • : of the month. structural steel, but to concentrate City Manager Edward C. Peter• Kelly made l clear at the be- r on sheet, ·strip and hot rolled bars 100, Mayor Neal, Jolln E. Seybolt, ginning of the session that the New for the light metals Industries. , vin F. Redden, secretary of th~ England Council is ~ot "plugging" Benefits from the Industry w~uld Seacoast Regional • Development any one particular city for the site. not be limited to the immediate Association, and members of the • • • plant and existing steel fabricators 'city council accompanied Kelly on "THE COUNCIL ls working for already In New England, Kelly an inspection of Portsmouth bar- the entire region and can only pre- stated. bor and the Pisc~taqua river. , went its findings to steel com• • • Wat panies, leaving It to them ~o decide UE PREDICTED that a "hard 1 Another 1peclal · meeting called for 1 o'clock' thi1 afternoon , where to locate," Kelly. said. core" of prosperous fabricating Infor members of · the Dover city Governor Adams said he 1;>e• - _- - ---- - - - - -- -council Newington selectmen and'. lleves Portsmouth has the faci!i• Portsm~uth city council. •· ties and should set up a commitYesterday's special 1e111ion end tee, including members from s~;d shortly before the regular rounding_ comm~~lties, and ma e council meeting was 1cheduled, and no action was taken. · ' 'Citv. Joins Drive l. Io Bring Plant To local Scene !~e ! I r L - • .. - •• ~- • • .,,. dustrles would spring up within a 100-mile radius of the steel producing plant. lie quoted examples of the growth of fabric ating fa ctories on the West coast now that steel ls made there. He also pointed out that Baltimore, Md ., acquired many plants after it was announced a steel plant would be built at Sparrow 's Point. Governor Adams said the plant, whether located In Portsmouth or some other New England city, ' would benefit th e state indirectly to a large extent. Kelly was optimistic about the chance of New Engl and's plant competing with steel from other parts of the country. I "' .. HE EXPLAINED th at new iron ore sources being developed in Labrpdor and Newfoundland are closer to New England ports than the Mesabi range ore ls to Cleveland and Pittsburgh. · Furthermore, the Canadian ore Is of a higher qu ality, he added . The chance th at hig st eel com' panles could "freeze out" a New England plant from a share of the newly-found ore was discounted by Kelly. He explained that arrangements are being made to have 25 % of that ore made available for sale to any customer, and that that would care for New England's needs, Kelly assured th.e city council that New England industries .and commercial interests, as well as the New England Council, are wholeheartedly behind the movement to bring steel here. • • • HE SAID that In the competition to see which city would get the multi-million dollar Industry, civic Interest and effort would play a big part. New London , Conn., has bought up land which it is offering free • to any steel plant that will come In and build on It, he concluded. 1 ?✓ �2 Engineering Firms Hired\)~ to Investigate • Steel Mill FaCilit 1es The l;l'ew Hampshire Steel Project committee yesterday voted to engage two engineering firms to prepare a prospectus on steel plant facilities in the Portsmouth area and also launched a campaign !or $15,000 to finance the committee's work. The newly-formed group decided to hire the Jackson and Moreland ' engineering firm of Boston and the F. H. McGraw & Co. Inc., of Hartford, Conn., to investigate and report on the suitability of the Portsmouth area as a site for a large steelJ.mlll. At the same time, the commit- - - - - - - - -- tee appointed City Mannger EdT II E SECOND Investigation, ward C. Peterson, Dover City !\tan- which would be completed In three ager Woodbury Brackett and For- 1months at an estimate cost of rest M. En ton, chnlrrnnn of the $10,000, would Include a "reexamlChamber of Commerce Industrial nation" of the nine aforementioned committee, to supervise the engl- factors and a "more thorough" reneer11 during a six-week $2,500 port which could be presented to study. steel companies and any other or• • • ganizatlon interested ln establishTHE TWO FIRJ\1S-..among six th11t applied for the work-will 1 ment of a steel plant or other large survey the seacoast area In respect 1 lndusll'y in New England. to "major local factors" for a large • The engineers t>mphasil ed that steel mill development. neith er phase of the inquiry will The engineers, expected to start I include study of basic materials work immediately, will weigh: such as ore, coal and limestone or (1) An 11dequate site. market requirements. They suggested that steel companies be con(2) General foundation conditacted to determine whether they tions. are interested in New England be(3) Waterfront condition~. fore the second and more expen(4) Rall and ocean access and sive part of the· study is underrates. . ~ ~ (5) Adequate fresh and salt I taken. Mr. Eaton said that the Jackson water supplies. and Moreland company Is one of the (6) Labor and wage levels. most competent -engineering firms (7) Housing, (81 Power (acllllles and rates. in this area. He said the Boston firm engaged the assistance of the (9) Tax levels. F. H. McGraw company · because TUE ENGINEERS SAID they the latter has served some of the lnrgest steel producers In the ,will try to determine whether country. there is any "serious deficiency" • which may disqualify the PortsTUE STEEL PROJECT group mouth area for a steel mlll development. The engineers out- launched a campaign for $15,000 on lined plans In a letter to Mr. Eaton, the recommendation of Its finance chairman of the project's special committee, headed by David C. subcommittee delegated to engage Packard, Chamber of Commerce president. engineers. The committee, which already The firms, In II joint letter, said 1 has received $1,000 from the city the 1urvey will indicate whether of Portsmouth, expects to solicit the Steel Project committee 1 funds from Dover, Rochester and ,hould abandon plans to draw a , Somersworth, the Portsmoutl} ■tee! Industry here or whether Chamber of Comm'ercc, the Dover there Is sufficient promise to war- Retail board, railroads, public utirant more Intensive studies of the llties, the state of New Hampshire, area's potentialities. the stole of Maine, smaller comThey pointed out that their re- munities In 'the seacoast area. asport at the end of the six-week sociations throughout the state, l!tudy wlll 1erve only as a guide to trucking Interests, shipping lines, the committee and will not be for bus firms, labor unions, service presentation to any steel com- clubs ahd individuals. panies. An appropriation of $200 ' wait If the Initial survey shows that the Portsmouth area can accommo- approved so the committee can date a large steel mill, the engi- engage Dr. George Waterhouse of neer■ said they wlll be wllll)1g to Belmont. Mass., as an advisor lf conduct a "final phase" of · the the necessity arises. Waterhouse, who has already worked witn the ·"study. · committee in planning the survey, • • • Is a retired steel engineer and was a steel consultant !or the government during World War II. He wlll leave early next month to serve as a steel advisor to the Philippine government. 0 • • • • • I l 1 l\lEl\lBERS DISCUSSED the New England Council's new corporation which was organized this week to boost construction of a i proposed $200,000,000 steel mill in New England. The new corporation will continue studies Initiated by the council and will cnrry on negotla- 1 !ions already underway with ore producers, major steel producers and transportation Interests. Other Steel Profect committee members at yesterday's city hall meeting were Eugene B. Whittemore of Hampton Falls, executive chairman; Alvin F. Redden, executive secretary and treasurer of the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional Development association who represented Perley I. 'Fitts of Durham, associatio·li ', president; · M a ·y o r Romeo St. Laurent of So ·,ersworth; Chairman "Granville S. Knox of the Newington board of selectmen; and Mrs. Arthur M. Pa~terson, committee secretary. �Shipping Costs Big Facto o?S.I r n St ee I M· 11 · pr Oj ect Here I The man who helped engineer" \ . the first successful rolling mill in Contrary to earlier reports by Pape modestly admitted having America is a member of the team John E. Kelly, consultant for the a posilion of "tremendous respon• >-of experts investigating Ports- New England Council, the mlll will sibility" in the Manhattan project, mot1th's facilities for a steel mill. not employ 10,000 to 12,000 work• Indicated by the fact he had access \ Paul F. Pape, engineer for the , ers, Pape said. to all phases of the work, includF. ,H. McGraw company of Hart- ! He explained that 5,000 workers ing the most secret. ford, Conn., is assigned to the job would be employed by the mill it• • • of aiding in the preparation of a self, although construction mlght ABOUT A YEAR AGO, ~e was -prospectus on what Portsmouth has require as many as 10,000 men. appointed to the Humphreys rep- \ that a . steel industry might want • "Th e grea t maJor . ity of th e ,\ araUons committee that studied the The preparation of the important workt!rs could easily be recruited dismantling· of industries in Westdocument is being rushed by the from this area," he declared. ern Germany. McGraw company,, the Jackson "However, some highly trained Pape and four other technical Moreland company of Boston, and technicians such as roll in~ ml\1 op- . advisors made a thorough report Con[erenres are being held tomembers of the Steel Project erators would have to be brought Lo a congressional committee. The day among oflici,11s of the Steel committee. It will be completed by In from the outside," he said. report was used by the Slate deProject commitlee and repreNov. 16· • • • , He also said he thought "housing · partment, Britain and _Fra nce to sentatives of ~Ix engineering firms I concerning the P}"eparation of a PAPE, WHO has worked on would be no problem, as most of establish the rate .at which certain prospectus on Po~l~moulh's faciliatomic energy projects and served the workers would come from com- German industries would be ties for a steel mi11. as a consultant for the U. S. gov- munltles within " wlrle area." knocked down and ,shipped out of th Eugene Wl\lllemore. chalrman of ernment in China and Germany, • • • e country. cast ne,; light on the chances of ELABORATING on some of the "The report, for the most part, the commitlec, sai<l the group luring the gigantic mlll to the characterlltlca of the mlll itself, has been followed as we wrote It," hopes to selrrt the company 1o do the Joh within the next week. Plscataqua river. Pape said. Today's conferences are being He sa!d •in an interview that "the \ Pape said there "would be a very \ Ills lute st overseas assl~nment most Important factor determining slight amount of soot, not enough took him on a 3'~ months tour of held with companies that expresthe location· of the mill in New to worry about." • Soulhern China during the first of sed Interest in the task of assemEngland will -be the cost of shipping , Pape also quashed the idea that this yenr. This time , Pape's job was bling the Information on Portsthe flnished steel to the plants waste water from the plant might lo ascertain just what kind and mouth's suilabililtY for a steel mill that use it." poison surrounding waters. \ how much material help the site. The investigation of PortsChinese would need from America "There is no poison In the , l · II f ti 'l'IIE PROSPEC'l'US, whkh will mouth's suitability for the mill as o recover econom1ca Y rom 1e waste water," he said emphatically. war. take al least a monl h 1o complclt!, • * • we11 u th e ra U an d truck freight "While the waste would discolor and may cost more than $10,000, THE l\l1SSION was comp1etedwill be sent to the New England ~a'tes from here .io ot~er New Eng- · the wnter and make It disagree• wllh the Red army practically lookCouncil and to steel companies. land manufacturing centers hardly able to swim In, it could be clearIng over Pape's shoulder as he Members of 1he committee dishas begun, Pape explained. , ed by filters," he added. worked. At one stage, Russi an solcussing the problem with the endiers in civilian uniforms were rubFor this reason, he declines to 1 As for the piles of slag that bing elbows wilh Pape's group in a gineering firms are Whittemore, say bow he believes Portsmouth usually accumulate beside · steel City Manager Woodbury Brackelt stands in comparison to Lynn, mills, Pape said that many com- Shanghai hotel. Pape, as might be guessed from of Dover and Edward Ellingwood, Mass., and New London, Conn., panies process the slag and sell it two cities actively campaigning for for use In concrete' bullding blocks lhe number of different projects director of the New llampshire he has worked on, likes lo move Planning and Development comthe mill. and Insulation. mis. ion. One feature about the Newing- from one job to another. ' Brackett and Ellingwood are "I am not an advocate o{ the theton site that Pape did not like was PREVIOUS information from ory that a person has to stay with members o{ a subcommittee workmembers of the Steel Project com· the proximity of Route 4. The ing on the prospectus. Whittemore mittee had failed to point out the Dover road would cut directly · one firm 50 years to be a valuable Is filling in for Fonest 1\1. Eaton, through the plant and be a traffic man," he said. 'Importance of the freight rates to Pape. who said he was "In his Lhe subcommitlee's chairman who hazard In peacetime and a security the location of the mill. cnrly fifties ," Is m11rrled. has one could not be prc8t•nt. hazard In wartime. Pap~ said that the steel would • son and lives In New York City. \ Pape Is a soft spoken native of WHILE TIIE S'l'EEL Project not necessarily have to be shipped Missouri. 1 by rail from Portsmouth, "Many · committee continues lo push Ports· He was graduated from the Univ• companies now transport their \ mouth's bid for the huge mill, other steel by truck, and I think Ports- erslty of Missouri in 1917, an<l New England cities also are showmouth might well be in a position made his first big mark in the in· ing interest, some of it hosljle. dustrial world when he participated Mayor James M. Curley o{ nos• to use road transport," he said. in setting up the first rolllng mill Lon said yesterday that the ship· Again he stated that he was not in America that did not "twist the I yar<l al Hingham, Mass., would be far enough along in his study to an excellent location for the yard. predict definitely Portsmouth's steel into knots.'; That was at Ash· Hingham residents retorlecl, howchances in the competition for the land, Ky., in •1922. ever, that they didn't want the mill. mlll, ln the meantime, Newington, AFTER TRAVELING throughHe did, however, say that the suggested site of th e mill, is thinkNewington site looked "very suit- out the country on various engln· ing il over. Two petitions are circuable." He reported the river to be • eering jobs, Pape went to Japan lating the town, one in favor and adequate, the dock frontage on the to act as consultant for the sprawlone opposed to the mill. The peliPiscataqua river to be excellent ing Mitsui , firm, one of Japan's lions' backers have not as yet an- , and the land suitable, pending largest banking and industrial nounccd the numher of signatures I tests to determine if it is 1ound financing companies. He stayed there during 1929 and amas~ed. ~gh to wlthst~nd the pounding ,- 1930, then returned to this country. During the first few years of of modern rolling mills. World War II, Pape was In charge of civl1ian construction of military PAPE MENTIONED that New Hampshire's corporate tax rates bases in Greenland, Labrador and are more favorable to Industry , Newfoundland. Returning to the United States, than those In Massachusetts and , Connecticut and said that fact he became assistant to the chief : would certainly not be overlooked engineer of the Kellox corporation, \ by the steel companies looking for the company responsible for asI a site. ' - sembling and coordinating information on atomic research during the Manhattan project. I n\ j \Steel .Mill B!ltkers, · 'Engineers Discus~. \ Prospectus Plans~~ • • • ... • • . .. I • • • �~\o Tobey Sees ·No Ore ·Long Delay Seen In Ar:~°' Until 1955 Before Steel MiU Steel Firm Seeks · 75 , Inform~.t.~o~ 0'1~tr> Docking F~ciliti.es, 1 U. S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey last night reviewed efforts lo Induce a steel industry Into New England and indicated it will be at leas~ _1955 before Labrador iron ore can be shiP'Ped into this area. Speaking at the · Chamber o f * - - -- - - -- - - - -Commerce holiday dinner at the • • • Rockingham hotel, Tobey said he IN VIEW OF the stakes involved, recently asked "able': steei experts further cffor,t shoulrl be made to in Waslilngton when New England ' draw a steel plant into the Portscould obtain the newly-discovered mouth area, Tobey urged. ore and was told that "five yenrs He added : , would be a short time." "I have constantly been cogHe said a large electric power \ nizant of the interest in and efplant and railroad must be con- forts toward having the steel plant structed In Labrador and an esti- which we feel sure will be located mated $86,000,000 spent on in New England, hhe in our own equipment and other facilities be- Granite State, and particularly in fore mining and shipments can or adjacent to your city-the city start. of Portsmouth." . . •' ••• ADDRESSING MORE than 100 TOBEY ENDED his address with Chamber of Commerce members II discussion of developments durand guests, Tobey devoted one- Ing the last session of Congress. half of his text to the New England I Seated at the head table were steel industry drive and then re- Senntor and Mrs. Tobey; Mayor viewed work of the 81st Congress. Cecil M. Neal; David C. Packard, Tobey promised to help obtain Clrnmb<'r of Commerce president; federal funds to finance the steel Benjamin A. TohC't', Chnmber reprojcct, "when and I{ the matter Itall hon rd chnlrman; Philip F. progresses to the point where the Gray, Exchange club representaneed of RFC loans ls indicated." live; Capt. James F. Hayes, PortsIle said that no RFC loans can mouth naval hospital commander; be made-"and no move to that Raymond I. Beal, Rotary club end would be In order"-until a president; Earl Fox, Kiwanis club corporation Is formed to direct the representative; the Rev. Robert H. New England-wide- campaign. Dunn and Miss Helen L. Kelly, Politics should be "scrupulously" Chamber secretary. kept out of plans for a specific loMrs. Ruth Price Silva played cation for a New England steel piano selections. plant Tobey added. He said he ------woulcl "attack and publicize" any ! political influence or pressure. ! • • • "MOST OF THE New England stales would like to have the mill I 1n their state, but full and free research into their respective advantages for such (n mill) should and will precede the decision," the senator added. Tobey prnlsed the work of the New Hampshire Steel Project committee and quoted a report recenlly released by engineers studyIng Portsmouth's facilities for the proposed plant. Ile pointed out that the engln_<!rs 'have reported "optlmlsticaJJy" about a location near Portsmouth. Power resources, the tax situa- \ l P.or.tsmouth Seen 'Out of the Runnipg' ·As Steel Miil Site~~~ A Connecticut or MassRchuselts site for th~ much-publicized New England steel mill probably wlll be announced within a "few weeks " Wesley Powell of Hampton Fall~. former administrative assistant to 1 U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges, said to/ day. , Thus it was indicated that Portsmouth, which has authorized a 1survey to determine thls city's suittion, labor supply and wage rates 1 ~ ability for such a mill, is out of were points the engineers were - the running Jn the New Englandwlde competition for the project, optimistic about In Portsmouth, the senalo1· said. · Tobey added, however, that the POWELL SAID the Stale of engineers reported that a steel Connecticut has put on the "most plant In Portsmouth would be "unheat" to obtain the steel mill and der II handicap oE a definite freight apparently has the ndvanta'ge at this disadvantage, amounting to from point. Preliminary steps have been $1.62 to $1.80 as compared to othtaken, he said, to form an indepener locntlons In other New England dent company, finan~ed with a sfntf's ." $100,000,000 neconstructlon Finance <;orporatlon loan, to build and operate a mill In that state. • • • "The final announcement concerning the location of the mill " he said, "is expected at least befo;e the first of the new year." He described his information as coming from authoritative Washington sources. Gets Ullder Way A New York representative •of the Bethlehem Steel company is seeking lnformatlbn about docking facilities and stevedores available · in Portsmouth. It will be a long time-perhaps several years, if ever-before the smoke from a $2o0,000,000 steel mill will darken ortamouth's ,,, skies. So members of the New Hampshire Steel Project committee were told last night by New England ' council representatives during a closed session at the Hotel Rockingham. A report on the meeting was given to reporters today by Eugene B. Whittemore, project chairman, who said that the attitude of the NEC in the matter is 1 that 'it'll be a long hard fight to ' get a mill here." · THE NEC .. I • I • • • •°' - '. '.,• THE SPOKES!\IAN said, however, that the informatiQn has no connection with a reported steel Industry for New England. He also denjed that the steel would be used for new factories in ' this • COJ\11\IITTEEl\tEN •• area, , present included Robert Edgar, assistant to the president of the Boston and Maine raikoad; Charles Kellog, assistant treasurer of the NEC; John E. Kelly, the council's steel consult.ant nnd Dr. Neal. ' According to WhiHemore, they ' could not "promise" that a steel mill would be constructed in New ' England. But they did explain that the · council is discussing the problem with "more th~n onP major steel , producer," Whitlt•more added, al. though the steel companies ap! parently "are not committing themsel ves very f.lr iir lh .. matter." "Financing fh e mill Is definitely the greatest proulem," Whittemot'e said, and that a substantial part of the cost of erecting a mill wou)i! have to be borne by state or municipal tax-exempt bonds. In a telephone interview with The Herald, the steamship companY, representative said letters have been sent to "every Chamber of· Commerce where there ls an eastenl seaport." . The spokesman ,sald his company sent • a letter to the ' Portsmduth Chamber requesting all possible information about docks and - the available manpower · to • unload steel from barges. I I Although the letter specified · that the steel would be · shipped· to Portsmouth. from Bethlehem's steel plant at Sparrow's Point, Md., the steamship firm's 'representative stressed, "We're only checking on figures and have no plaris for such shipments." > • • •• ''IF O~R CLIENT can sell steel • • FACTOR • to man1Jfacturers In ' Portsmouth or in any ' other eastern seaports we Intend to do 'it. But first o! all we want to find 'out how much the shipments would cost." the spokesman explained. the companies have agreed on ls that 1: the mill would have to be able to sell to New York, New Jersey and other eastern seaboard states as , well as to New England. Asked how Portsmouth looked as I a site, the council members said the "tax and political atmosphere was very much In the city's favor, while the transportation costs of finished steel from Portsmouth to oth- ' 1er New England cities was a dis- : tinct obstacle." ' The physicRl location, they thought, was "second to none" in New England. ONE I . A spokesman for t~e Ore Steam• ship company of New York, agents for Bethlehem Steel, told The Porta• mouth Herald that his company is conducting a 11urvey of possible shipping costs "in the event we · have pi·ospectlve steel buyer■ for. Bethlehem." • OTHER I• I . I I •••was urged not Ito PORTSMOUTH go out on its own In an Rttempt to sell itself to a steel company, but to continue cooperating with the cou,ncil, Whittemore reported. , . While the council bP.lieves that Portsmouth still has an excellent chance of gaining the large mill it also Is in II position to get one' or . more smaller fabrlcatin& plants, Whlltemoro said. The council° ,nenUoned two fac• tors which would be important 1n attracting the smaller industriesThe establishment of a state authorlty to issue tax-exempt bonds : to help in the building costs and !the assurance of ample and fnexpensive electrical power. 0 j Meanwhile, it was reported that the Chamber of Commerce will refer th~ letter to the .New Hampshire Steel Project committee which meets this afternoon. The committee recently completed a survey of shipping facilltjes in the Portsmouth area. r r it ;,1s unconst1tuhonal, at pres;ent, for the state to issue tax exempt bo nds for use by private in. dustry 't • ' · Other New ,ngland states may pass le&l!Jlatloo maklna it possible 1 !for th em to' lssue to tax-free bopds, , 1 jth e council warned. , Whittemore said t~at the committee will continue "to 'w ork as 1 hard as we can" and will continue j to cooperate with the ciiuncil, At J 'th e present time, no further en- , J_erlng surveys ar_e planned, he . !!f _, �'. Shil)yard ·t o Stay- .Johnson; hances Sai • ,, . ' ~ tee •1 ,pI Ic•e , t t Or I Yn1 8ees •11 • R StI In Unnlng • , • •·• .. ht B . Although Kelly promised the re• 1· porter he would answer questions HE SCOTCHED reports th at a A■ d "as soon as the dinner ls over," It steel mill would cover the New was not until 4:15 pm that the re- England area with soot and orter was able to "corner" Kelly. . claimed, "These ~.ears a'.·e abso• p , from Ports- \ lulely groundless. He cited mod"Oh yes, you re? · haven't any ern ·steel . pl ant opera t ions an d 1 mouth, aren t you. , . said "the sky over Pitts burgh is time to talk to you now, I 11 see you ! ,, I \ later," K e11Y expl a ined as he enter- · justFishing as clear as that over Bo~lon. • · and bathing facilitlcs I ed a cocktail party ' would not be affected in areas WHEN THE NEWSMAN remind- where a _steel plant was erected, I I d' been "trail - Kelly clauned. John E. Kelly, New England ed Kelly th at ie 13 During his report Kelly praised council's steel committee consult- Ing" him since 9 :3o In th e morn- New England gove;·nors for · asant, yesterday continued to hold Ing, Kelly agreed to answer sev- , slsting the New England Council an optimistic viewpoint o~ Ports- , eral queStions. . d little attention in attempts to draw a steel Indusmouth's chances of obtaining a However, he P~1 t' con try Into this area. He also cited steel industry. . to the r~t011e~~s~~e\~°:ic~r and the work of Eugene B. Whi_ttemore Kelly told at least 1,000 Indus- versed wit tt n,pts to walk of Hampton Falls, executive sec• made severa 1 a e N H hi St l trlallsts at the councll s annual b r th re[>Orler aban- retary of the ew amps re ee away e ore e · j t meeting in Boston, that Ports- doned the Interview. pro ec group. 1 mouth and New London, Cohn., Kelly was more talkative earlier ------are the foremost competitors for I the afternoon when he presented the much-discussed New England t~ 1 test report on steel project steel i!\ants. pl:nt before the assembled industrlallsts. , IN AN INTERVIEW • with Th• He stressed that New England g Portamo"1b Herald, Kelly., reiterated steel mill would be a i,trlctly New that Portsmouth Is one of the England enterprise. The mill would leading contenders for , the pro- not be a subsidiary of a Midwest posed Industry. And although Kelly didn't say ' steel maker, although it would be so In just these words, he ind!operated by such 8 concern havA new Industry is "in the works" cated a growing possibility that ' ing a financial interest. for Portsmouth. Portsmouth may acquire one of • • • That was the information offered two proposed plants and New LonIT WAS DURING° this report today by Gov. Sherman Adams. At ' don another. that Kelly first announced that the same time, the governor If Portsmouth and New London Portsmouth and New London are squelched any hope that Portscontinue vigorous attempts to win , the most active cities In the New mouth will be the location of a a steel industry for New England, II England-wide drive for a steel in- $3,000,000 industry reportedly comone city may obtain a steel proces- dustry. · Ing to New Hampshire. sing mill and the other may be Kelly claimed that New England The governor made a preliminawarded a smaller .allied products provides a "compact" steel market ary announcement of such a new plant, Kelly hinted. not served by a New England mill. Industry In a speech Tuesday night He stated without elaboration: Following establishment of a steel In Claremont. (1) That Portsmouth and New plant. New England most likely "No, that's not going to PortsLondon are waging a stronger fight I would acquire a lorge steel fabri- mouth,'' the governor said, "and for a steel plant than, any other eating industry employing approxi- I can't comment any more on ll 1 i mately. 50,000 workers, Kelly said. New En~land communities. ' at this time. Next week, I hope." · (2) That a smaller, but more pro- 1 • • • 61 fitable speciality steel mill may Kelly stressed that New EngHE THEN ADDED, "But w«! do move into New England if a large land's need for steel Is also well have something in mind for Portsfully-integrated steel plant is estalr known in Washington and that the mouth and are really working to lished here first. • government may soon build such a get It. However, it's also too early (3) That Portsmouth, in his opln- mill if private Industry does not. to give any information on thot." ion, has the necessary facU!tles Asked if the industry he had in Kelly said such a mill would be mind would need "ready-made" for a steel,plant site. • • • a "yardstick of government opera- plant space, the governor said, BU1 KELLY REFUSED to co~~ .. tlon, possibly the first step lo na- " No, it's too big an outfit for that. st I par~ .. fortsmouth's potentialities itlodnaltizatioHn of th edAmtheric'~f~ · edel And there's nothing big enough -wlti.those~f eW:U,ndon· tutying n us ry. e ~rge e l'len 5 ' in Portsmouth to take care of it." thll the' ,Ne\v England Co~ncil is of free ent~~·pme to st a nd up a nd , The governor said it is "possiplaying a ''neutral" role In regard be counted. ble" that financing for the conto . which New England cities are I • • • · struction might be arranged best qualified. 1 through large insurance companKelly evaded further questions ' ies, as suggested by Dr. Alfred with wandering eyes of indlfferNeal Monday night during a ence. He was first approached by Chamber of Commerce committee a Herald reporter shortly before meeting. 10:30 am yesterday but was "too "That's one of the things we busy" to talk. - -~ - - - J have to work out," Adams con1 cluded. • Adams Discloses->~ Portsmouth in line For New lndus~ry · Governor~~onf er_s, With sfeel Official On Portsmouth Site ALBANY, N. Y., Dec. 24 (APlGov. Sherman Adams of New Hampshire conferred yesterday with an Allegheny-Ludlum Steel Corp. official on the possibility of establishing steel operations at Portsmouth. "There is nothing to report," Adams told a reporter midway in his luncheon confet·ence with Hiland G. Batcheller, AlleghenyLudlum board chairman. Adams said they discussed "possibilities that lie ahead for the steel Industry" In relation to possible location of industry units in New England . • • • "WE ARE particularly interested in the possibiltties of New Hampshire," said Adams. He motored here wilh his state highway superintendent, Frank D. Merrill. Ada1m said the only feasible site for steel plants in New Hampshire was on the coast of Portsmouth. Asked i! he were optimistic as a result of his talk with Batcheller lhe governor replied: ' "We are an oplimlsllc people. We New Englanders are always optimistic." • • • ADAMS AND Menill returned to Concord !ale yesterday. The governor said a New England com~lttee organized to bring the steel ·industry into New England had conferred with officials of other steel companies. I I I 11 �---., Governor Prepa-fes For 'Another -Trip' On Steel 'ProspeCt'· ,. - ILocal Project Group I To Investigate Docks . 11~9 . l The New Hampshire Steel Project committee broadened the scope <>£ Its acllvltles yesterday as It organized a subcommittee to Investigate t'ortsmouth docking facilities. ' The action was taken after Forrest M. Eaton told the six other \ members present that the Ore Steamship company of New York h·ad inquired into the port's docks and supply of stevedores in the city. The committee met In the councll chambers of city hnll to discuss payment for the engineering sur, vey recently completed, but spent most of its time dlscussipg the lu. qulry on port fac-1\llles. I *-------- - - - - - ms RECOMl\iENDATION met ! with a cool response from other ! members, but the subcommiUee will Investigate a study on the port being done by an Interim committee of the State Legislature. • • • A BILL of $2,500 for the survey. I submitted by the Jac-kson Moreland company of Boston, was approved and David C. Pnckard , treasurer, was authorized lo pay it, Whittemore named Mayor Cecil M. Neal chairman, and Brackett, City Manager Edward C. Pett?rson, C. Wesley Lyons, Rochester may' or, and Romeo St. Laurent, Som' ersworth mayor, to the subcommittee. Eaton , In urging · a complete study of the city's port facilities, said that the Canadian Pacific rallwar Is looking for a port in the United States In which to est11bllsh a terminal for a ferry service with Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. After hearing a report by Eugene B. Whittemore, chairman, of a recent New England Council meeting in Boston, the committee tackled the port Jnq~lry. The Ore Steamship company, as reported in yesterdny's issue of Th• Porl1moulh H•:nld, ls an agent for the Bethlehem Steel company • and ls surveying eastern ports in the event the steel company ships ! its prnduct to prospecllve custom, ers In cities not all'eady ~erved. I .. ·• • • • l\lF.l\18ERS WERF: confused over request, wondering 1£ It meant some steel compnny might be contemplating a Portsmouth site for a plant or I( the Ore company Is interested In just using Port11mouth 11s a port from which to ship scrap iron to the Bethlehem plant at Sparrow's Point, Md. j It was generalty ' thought that existing docks here could not be utillz:ed. City Manager Woodbury C. Brackett of Dover salq the issue was Important enougli to warrant . the setting up 9£ a port authority her~. ,1 . , I Brackett ' pointed to the success a publicly built and owned pier : at Portland, Me., has had In brlng1ing business to the Maine city and ;urged serious consideration of the proposal. 1 ...... . IIF. SAID there might bl! the possibility o{ Portsmouth gaining that terminal If all the facts were made known to the Canadian company. Whittemore, In his report on the New England Council meeting, said no new developments were reported In the campaign lo bring a •steel mill to New England. In announcing the bill for the engineering survey to be $2,500, Packard said the committee's fund now stands at $2,251, but that he could quickly raise the $249 necessary to meet the bill. The committee Is now oHlclally incorporated, It was announced today. Peterson 11ald the papers were received this morning from Secretary of State Enoch D. Fuller. I ----i I I 71 �''New IndustryRevive City's Industrial Lile, With Local Investment in Needed Facilities, Talked by Chamber Group J)ortsmouth's need for new lndustry-"now, not five ~ears fr~m ow'.'-was stressed last night as the Chamber of Commerce s Industrial ommlttee discussed the rough outline of a plan to bring new industry lnto the city. To attract new Industry It may be necessary for Portsmouth residents to Invest approximately $300,000 of their own money In an "industrial foundation" such as has brought "new life" to Scranton, Pa ., Danbury, Conn., and other American cities, according to Committee Chairman Forrest M. Eaton. That much capital will be needed, Eaton said, If the city Is to bolster its sagging employment rolls by "luring new i iuslrles" and helping present ones expanµ. The committee is being spurred In its planning •~ the report that one local firm may move out of the city, unless more 1,1 1 ,1nt space becomes available. Eaton did not Identify the firm becaus.: ti,e "situation [ is too delicate" for publicity. • • • • HOWEVER, HIS REPORT stirred the committee Into the adoption of a four-point program for immediate action: (1) .Empower Chamber President David C. Packard to as~ the !!rm in question if it will consider slaying In Portsmouth 1£ additional, flool' space is made available. (2) Contact Boston Insurance companies to see if they could be Interested In helping to finance new plant construction. (3) .Contact the local banks for the same purpose. (4) Invite the officials of the Scranton Industrial foundation to meet with the committee to assist in shaping a more complete program. An explanation of the industrial foundation plan was given the -;ommlttee by Dr. Allred Neal, vice president In charge of research of £he Federal Reserve bank, Boston. . ,•: .. · . "Other cities all over the country are actively seeking new Industries and helping them to build," Neal snld. "There Is . no reason why ~ew 'England cities should not do the same because the process Is tak• fng some of their Industries away from them." Neal said an industrial foundaMon Is a non-profit organization, set p to contact new industries and to handle the financing of the neceseary buildings. The foundation explores the "money market" to see how 1 fnuch of any project can be financed by mortgages held by Insurance I ompanles or banks and what must be raised by public subscription. • 1<1 • • • • IT IS SOMETIMES POSSIBLE to get an insurance company to fina'nc& the entire construction, Neal said, but such companies are '. of-e "likely" to .put up half the money. The bond ;ssues ''floated" .among the residents themselves are •lmllar to .any _j~s\led ·during industrial financing. They pay interest , 1<>. the !folder ' until the maturity date-usuat1y in 20 years from issu- i ln~at which time -the principal is repaid ! A first morcgage on any property constructed Is held by the flnan- I dal institution advancing the larger part of the money to protect its interest, Neal s11id. When both the bonds and the mortgage have been 11 paid off, then the property Is owned outright by the manufacturing eoncern. !At present Portsmouth's best chance for industrial expansion, acording to Eaton~ is offered by a concern already here. That company lght be induced to stay, jf It can get plant space in which to expand. · Eaton said the type of building required by the company ,would ~t $600,0Q0 to Jiulld. Assuming . that an insurance company '!"Ould f\Jlance 50%, that would mean $300,000 in bonds must be sold to the public, 1n this particular instance, Eaton said, ,the' company's excelleQt credit rating may make Jt possible for it to obtain itiore than 50% from other- sources. •••• OPENING THE MEETING, Eaton told the committee there Is a "critical need in the city for buildings which can be used by Industries planning to move here." "We have 'r eceived several Inquiries lately from companies wish'Jng to know what we h11,ve.to offer them," he said. "But unfortunately, we ltave almost no· available buildings to offer. The question we are faced with is, are we going to do sometliing about it, or sit around and watch the city decline?" He further explained that, while there ' ls still hope a gigantic steel mill may locate here, the earliest it could arrive would be In five years ot more. "The city needs new Industry now, not five years from t10w," h_e emp!tas.!_zed.: . - - ~ • • Neal pointed out that the amount of support given by residents will have a great deal to do with the success of the venture. He cited the example of a Massachusetts city where the residents failed to subscribe the necessary amount. "As a result, the banks lost Interest and now the venture is faced with failure," he said. After Eaton had pointed out that raising $250,000 or $300,000 might be Portsmouth's biggest problem, Nenl stated that a city In ' Oklahoma, smaller than Portsmouth, had raised $200 000. "Of course,'' Neal said, if a city has no faith i~ ltseli, then the situation is hopeless." • • • • THE IDEA OF PEOPLE in the community sharing In financing the necessary bulldings Is new, but sound, Neal said. "It builds good relations between the company and residents," he declared. Askrd if federal aid might be obtained In financing the plants ~eal said that such action is "socialistic" and Invites government mterference with company policies. • In a brlef ·dtscussion ·or the facllltles Portsmouth does offer, Public Works Supt. Nat S. Stevens warned that the city's water supply would not, in his opinion, be suffi~ient to supply certain types of firms using large amounts. · Asked by Eaton and Packard If It ls not up to the city to s'upply l ·enough water, Stev.!ns agreed. But he reminded the committee that ' there might be definite limitations on how much water can be taken from the grnund In the Portsmouth area. He went on to urge that action be taken with Dover and Rochester to pipe water from Merrymeeting lake In New Durham-a plan that has been brought up before by the three cities but never acted on. Chamber committee members present were Norman· H . Chick, George J. Cusack, Fred E. Cushman, Lester H . Faulkingham, John Taylor, and Andrew C. Graves. �__,,.., . .... -- --- -· ... --- -- Freight Rate 1 lock To ·LocatiOn of__St~el_ __ ,J~ i11 · Here _._ A glowing plrture or .Portsmouth's possibilities as a site for a $200,000,000 11teel mill was given last night by survey engineers. But they found one major obstacle. And that Is the frell"ht rate between Portsmouth and planl~ In southern Ne,v En,rland which would be the logical users of finished 11teel. Later, durlnr general discussion of the report. New llampshlre Steel Project committeemen voiced two doubts of their own, one beln&' the irhranl' task of financing such a mlll and the other that they have been unable to learn If a "big steel" concern Intends to establish a New England plant. The t-nglneers' report was made ••.1bllc for the first time at II meeting In Dover city hall. Gov. Snerman Adams attended. In summarizing thrlr report, the ena-lneers said, "We question whether an available site offerln,r · better physical con di- Chairman Eugene Whittemore, who thinks the state will have to finance half, or more than $100,000,000 of the mill cost, said he doesn't "think • New Hampshire can back a bond Issue of that size." Governor Adams, who declined to say U the state could support such a weighty burden, said "there Is the 110sslblllty the government may look with favor on a New England site." While he believed federal money migl\t be procured to fin,,,,,., th" mill, Whittemore said he felt that "politics'' might run against New Hampshire's chances of getting the federal aid. Both Adams and Whittemore said they would likt· more facts on how the mill could be financed before i:-oing ahead with a complete survc-y. estimated to cost about $10,000. The report released last tlons can be fo~1;d • along the New England coast." "Further efforts" to bring the mill here were recommended L_ ' .· •eport, but the committee, ler prolonged discussion, could decide only to appoint I subcommittee to r;tudy the next str p. night considers six factors rntering Into possible construction of a mill here. In all but one, the freight rates of finished steel from Portsmouth to other New J'ngland cities, the report Is favorable, Cautious In relcasln,r the report, the committee Insisted to newsmen on restricting some of Its contents to those pre!lent at the meeting. It was also emphasized, time and again throughout the session, that the flndln1n1 of the repert wrre by no llll'ans final or completely comprehensive and that the public hould not take Its conclusions as absolute fact. The problem of financing the mill and the lack or cleflnlte knowledge that any steel company hu promised to come to New England appar- I ently Is frustrating the committee's next step. --,-7 'j In comparison with a mill nt New London, the Portsmouth mill woulcl have to pay roughly between $1.50 and $2.00 more to shi11 out its steel. Just how serious this disadvantage could be was not disclosed In thP. rrport. The Newington site was drscribed as "sali,f,1ctory,'' with excellent founcl.1tion ~oil room for expansion. Channel conditions should be improvecl, with the removal of Roiling Hock, Gani:-way Rot'k and a 11ortion of Backers Island, the engineers said. One major chani:-e to the Great Bay area su"gested was the rccommrncl:ttion a clam he erected to shut off the bay from salt water, Purpose of thl~ move would be to Insure an adequate fre~h water supply nnd to reduce the speed of tidal current, In the river and harhor-current~ that now re!ltrict ~hi11 movements to periods of ~lack tide. II wa, . ., dlsclos,d where the dam would be erected, but It would definitely mean a pronounced change in the area. The steady level of fresh water In area~ now alternately exposed to salt water and · - sun by the tides would increase the rect·eational value or surrounding land ;111d make the bay an ideal area for fresh water fishin~ and hunting, the re1>0rt addrd. 'l' h e preliminary survey states that the labor situation would. be "stable," and pointed to the eood record of laborntanagerncnt relations in the state and an abundant supply of skilled l~hor in the area. While the report indicates that · lowc1· wage rates ir1 New Hampshire than in Massacht setts and Connecticut may favor the Granite state, William H. Riley. state labor commissioner stated flatlv that the differential would be wlpcd out with the signing of contracts by the mill and a national union. • • • ANOTHER FACTOR the report stated as favoring New Hampshire is the present tax system, reported as "substantially better than in Massachusetts and somewhat better than In Connecticut." It pointed to the ab~ence In New Hnmpshire of an income tax, gen, eral retail tax, and excise and payroll taxes. However, the rei;iort · added other states could at least partially offset this advantage with exemptions of their own in order to induce the mill. The report was considered by members as favorable enough to warrent further action in the drive to get the mill here, but no new move will be Tl)adc until the subcommittee makes Its recommendations. Appointed to the committee were Whittemore, Adams, Neal and David C. Packard. They did not say just when they would report. I Engineers present were Paul F. Pape and E. D. Goslin of the McGraw company and John Coffin and O. S. Bray of Jackson More- land. ��This book is a preservation photocopy. It is made in compliance with copyright law and produced on ncld-ftee archival 60# book weight paper which meetJ the requlr9mentJ of ANSl/NISO Z39.48-l992 (permanence of paper) Preservation photocopying and binding by Acme Bookblndln& Charlestown. MaaachutetU w 1999 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbooks Subject The topic of the resource Portsmouth (N.H.) Scrapbooks World War II World War I Description An account of the resource Between 1918 and 1949 staff members of the Portsmouth Public Library clipped articles from The Portsmouth Herald and other newspapers and glued them into 42 scrapbooks. The articles they selected for these scrapbooks covered such world changing events as WWI and WWII, as well as local concerns, such as news of an upcoming garden tour, a new movie by Louis DeRochemont, layoffs at the Navy Yard, or the election of the first city manager in Portsmouth. In short, these scrapbooks provide us with a fascinating (if somewhat subjective) view of life in Portsmouth — and the world beyond — before 1950. <br /><br />To make the scrapbooks easier to use, a <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/items/show/4252" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">master index</a> was compiled in 1997, utilizing each separate scrapbook index. The subject entry listed refers you to a scrapbook by volume number and year. You must consult the index included in each separate scrapbook to locate the page number for a particular article. Because subject headings varied somewhat, from scrapbook to scrapbook, there has been some attempt to standardize the subject terms used. In addition, "see" and "see also" entries have been added to the master index.<br /><br />Due to the heavy use this collection has received over the years, and to the fragile nature of newspapers, the scrapbooks have shown signs of deterioration. Fortunately, grants received from The Thaxter Foundation in 1998-1999 permitted the library to have preservation photocopies made of this valuable collection. -Sarah Hartwell, Special Collections Librarian, February 1999<br /><br />To view a complete scrapbook, click the PDF name below the image. Click on the book's image on the next page. The scrapbooks in this collection are fully searchable. Once the PDF is open, click Control+F (or Command+F on a Mac) to open the search feature. 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Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1949 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context i15475748 https://portsmouthexhibits.org/files/original/22c71543b560ac12e2a89d6eafbf0378.PDF a80495baff76151236b32def7e9f79f4 PDF Text Text �PORTSMOUTH SCRAPBOOK 1949 V.41 ADJUSTMENT BOARD AIRPORT ALDRICH MEMORIAL AUTOMOBILE REGISTRATION BANKS-FIRST NATIONAL BANKS-PISCATAQUA SAVINGS BANKS-PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BOSTON AND MAINE RAIL ROAD STATION OPENING BUDGET, CITY BUSINESS 16 53 32 13 136 136 54 130-132 66-67 133-138 CHAMBER OFCOMMERCE CHRISTMAS CHURCHES CITY CLERK CITY COUNCIL CITY DEPARTMENTS CITY MANAGER REFERENDUM CITY VALUATION COASTGUARD COAST GUARD-HAMPTON BEACH COMMUNITY CENTER-HALLOWEEN COMMUNITY CHEST CONSTRUCTION COUNCIL OFJEWISH WOMEN COUNTRY CLUB CURFEW FOR CHILDREN 36-38 67, 69, 70, 79,141 42-43 7, 8, 16 5-71 DALE , CHARLES M. DANIELS STREET-TRAFFIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION DIRECTORY, CITY DISTRICT NURSING ASSN . DOVER POINT BRIDGE DRAFT BOARDS CLOSE 130 9 41 85 41 see : Gen . Sullivan 139 ELECTION, CITY ELECTRIC POWER 92-112 130 FAMILY WELFARE ASSN FIBRE PLANT SOLD FINANCES, CITY FIRE DEPT. FRANKE. BOOMA POST FRESH AIR CHILDREN FURNITURE PLANT 41 134 68 30-31, 78-79 41 139 137, 138 GENERAL JOHN SULLIVAN BRIDGE GRAFFORT CLUB 118-120 41 HALLOWEEN 140 15-55 see: Election 15 39-40 54 140 41 138 45 44 74 �HARBOR BOARD HENSON, JOHN J. HOWARD JOHNSON RESTAURANT 51 , 114 128, 129 132-133 INTERSTATE BRIDGE IRON PLANT 117-118 51 , 54 JEWISH "FEAST OFWEEKS" 45 KUSHIOUS, DAVID 83, 84 LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS "LOST BOUNDARIES" 45 52 MEMORIAL DAY MOTOR VEHICLE LICENSING LAWS MUSIC-COMMUNITY CONCERT 54 , 55 130 32 NEAL, CECIL M. N.H. GAS & ELECTRIC N.H. NATIONAL GUARD N.H. STATE EMPLOYMENT OFFICE N.H. TECHNICAL INSTITUTE NEW HAMPTON BRIDGE 113 133 139 41 135 121 PARENT-TEACHERS' ASSN .-30TH ANNIVERSARY PARKING PARKING LOT, CITY PARKING METERS PIERCE ISLAND BRIDGE PIERCE ISLAND-FIREWORKS DISPLAY PIERCE ISLAND-SWIMMING POOL PLANNING BOARD POLICE DEPT. POLICE-COUNTY POLICE-SCHOOL FOR PORTSMOUTH HERALD PORTSMOUTH HOSP IT AL PORTSMOUTH TRUST CO . PUBLIC LIBRARY 85 , 89 37-38 58 , 59 , 73 76-77 6, 27 11 17 17, 71-73 18-30, 74-77 126 75-76 139 45 138 32 , 34, 66 , 67 RECREATION BOARD RED CROSS REHABILITATION CENTER RELIEF PROBLEM RENT CONTROLS RESERVED CORPS ROCKINGHAM CO .-DANGEROUS FIRE SECTOR 16, 17, 77 45 46, 47 68 135 140, 141 130 SALVA TIONARMY SCHOOLS SCHOOLS-HIGH SCHOOL-CLASS OF '19 REUNION SCHOOLS-HIGH SCHOOL-CLASS OF '29 REUNION STATE AID FOR ROADS STATE EMPLOYMENT SERVICE STEEL PLANT 45 11, 12-15, 88 , 89, 90-91 85 85 70 130 50, 51 , 54,61 �STREET DEPARTMENT 10,23, 30 TANKER, S.S. MEMORY TAX RATE, CITY TAXES, POLL TAXES,STATE TAXI RATES TEACHERS ' SALARIES TOLL ROAD TRAFFIC LIGHTS TUCKER , GARLAND F. 138 14, 15, 57 , 66 , 116 15, 59 68 UNEMPLOYMENT U.S. ARMY-ENLISTMENTS 117 141 VITAL STATISTICS VOTING MACHINES 16, 77 65 WATER, CITY 57-60, 61 , 62, 80, 81, 82 80 136 134-135 77 11 15 47 114,117, 122-124, 132, 133 WATER CONSERVATION WATER PIPELINE PLAN WATER SUPPLY WELFARE DEPT . WENTWORTH ACRES WINEBAiJM, HARRY WOMEN'S CITY CLUB WOODBURY AVE. BY-PASS 6, 7 83 112-117, 125-128 64, 73, 74 109 YACHT CLUB Y.M.C.A. Y.W .C.A. 50 51 46 ZONING 5, 9, 59,61, 63 , 70-72 �Council to Name Adiustment Board At Session Tonight f '' · Council Name Five to Board~Of Adjustment ! \ A new board or adjustment will be appointed by the city council e.t a special meeting at 7:30 tonight at the city hall council chambers. A five-man board now Is listed on the roll or executive officers, but City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart has · ruled that the terms of the members expired Dec. 31, 1947. The members are listed as Frank Massey, Wallace Purrington, Mrs. Alice Stevens, Sherman Newton and Mrs. Marcia Adams. It could not be learned whether the five members . wlll be re-appointed or an entirely new slate selected. • • • A !lve-man board ot adjustment was appointed by the city council Ia.st night to succeed the old board which has been defunct since the end of 1947. Those named were Laurence G. Pc•yser of 657 Union street, for five- year term; Timothy J. Driscoll of 326 Thornton street, !or !our years; Theodore R. Butler of 224 Aldrich road, for three years; Harry Winebaum of 312 Miller avenue, , for two years, and Mrs. John C. Sullivan of 188 Summer street, for one year. I ing. Consideration of a petition from Voiture No. 40 & 8 for permission to conduct a parade. I A report from City Marshal LeonI a.rd H. Hewitt. . Conslderntlon of a public hearing on city ordinances concerning fee., from the city clerk's office. 1 Consideration of the Woodbury avenue grade crossing. Consideration of contract for plans and specifications for a PWA sewer project. · A communlc11.tlon from the Arrow Tailors and Cleaners. • • • A COJ\11\IUNICATION from the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional association. A communication from the Department of Justice. A claim from Teresa Smith for Injuries Incurred Dec. 9, 1947. A report on the proposed navy target area In the 1.,les of Shoals. TASK'S ATTORNEY, Ray E. Bur- . is . . ." WITIIIN A FEW I PUBLIC IIEAR'ING the council referred the matter to it.s parking and traffic committee for a revision. Strong opposition to the ordinance was registered by Atty. Charles M. Dale who represen te d John Paras, a Fleet street property owner. Dale contended Paras' property would be damaged if the first stand was extended and 'three parking me ters between the two existing ' stands removed. • City Council- , LEGAL NOTICES (Continued from page one) I si:c-, The ordinance-ls statca 1or a ond reading during the special meeting. Also on the agenda Is an ordinance which would enlarge taxi stand No. 1 on Fleet street e.nd ellmlnate ~tand No. 2. The agenda also calls for: A report by City Manager Edward 1 C. Peterson . Petitions to accept Aldrich court; purchase land on Monteith street; for a sign at the Roll Away skating rink; for a street llght on Deer I A Pub!lc Hearin~ will be held on MondAy, May 2. 1949 at 7 :OU PM In the Council Clmmbrrs In City Hnll on the followlnR proposed orcllnnncr: THE Cl'l'Y OF PORTSMOUTH ORDAINS: /_ 1 THAT On and after Jnnuary I, 1949. All officers and employees of the City of Portsmonth shall pay over dally to th e Ctty Treasurer for the use or the City street; for a sign at Seybolt Motors; . all fees speclf!ed by the Ln.ws of New Hnmpshlre and Amendment~ thereto to enter a. sewer by the Maxam and all monies received for the followcompany; and for a t11.g day by the lug: 1. Recording of Re cords. The city council wlll hold a public Seventh Day Adventists. 2. Ab..~trccttng or Records. hearing at 7 pm today on a proposed A report by Building Inspector ~'{ta,'.1~~n~J•. Certificates. city ordinance governing fees colJames T. Whitman. 5. Anv work assoclntrcl with th eir orlected by all municipal officers and A communication from Interstate fie ~ which ls performed durin g employes. I Fireworks. gtfy b~~1 hours And/ or In the The hearing, which will be held in · A communication on the Pres!This Ordlr:nnce shnll be considered, agreed to, by e>ich officer and emthe council chambers, will precede a den t 's hi gh way sa fe tY con ference I and ployec to which it n.ppllcs ns a condlspecial council meeting. June 1 to 3. j tion or his employment. end shall be retroactive to January 1, 1949. The ordinance '}'OUld cover fees C ommun Ica ti ons f rom Cit y Au dlt Slgnccl: collected for recording books, or Wilfred E. Young. ,3 EILEE:N FOLEY records, abstracts, certificates. II • The council wlll hold a regular City Clerk lt a2J censes, and any work associated meeting at 7:30 pm Thursday. with municipal offices. The proposed legislation already has passed a first reading. ~ouncil t~ Hold .. , ( l Public Hearing 1\ \, \ On Fees Tonight t tess J Ap • • • kett, argued that Superior Court Justice John H. Leahy should overrule the master's opinion and write a new order. City Sollcitor Arthur J. Reinhart contended that Ta.sk's appeal should , have gone to the board of adjust' ment, although Burkett contended · It was "non-existent." Justice Leahy allowed until May 10 for the filing of exception on which the case could be taken to the 1 state supreme court. ( on the proposal was held March 30 and ,A • • • minutes after Councilman Roland I. Noyes completed the nominations, the council referred a petition from Alfred P. Crosman to the board of adjustment. Crosman Is asking that the former Ladd residence on Highland street be rezoned Lo permit him to operate a convalescent home for aged women. ex- OPPOSITION pected during the hearing. A · special meeting will follow ,t he hearing, City Manager Edward C. Peterson reported today. Peterson said most articles on the agenda are routine with the exception of a proposed ordinance which will provide one taxi stand instead of two on Fleet street. Stand No. 1 wlll be enlarged e.nd stand No. 2 wi11 be ellmlnated. The ordinance is slated for a second , reading. prompted by a recent suit involving the city and a master's rullng that the proper proceeding !or the plaintiff would h ave been to take his petition to the bo11.rd of adjust1 ment. ln a suit brought by S. Gordon Task, his lawyer, Ray E. Burkett, argued that the board had gone out of existence and City Sollcitor Arthur J. Reinhart contended the council was "intending to appoint a board." The board already has one item of business before It. .l S. Gordon Task loot another round in his battle to rezone Westwood Park in the Spinney road area when the Superior court upheld a master's rullng that his housing project could not be rezoned by court order. Task sought a reversal of the ·Portsmouth city council's decision to reject his rezoning petition. His appeal of the council ruling was heard by former Chief Justice Thomas L. Marble who sat· as master In the case. Justice Marble held that he did not have the power to order the rezoning when the appeal was from an actlCIIl of the city council. • • • APPOINTJ\fENT of the boa.rd was Court Upholds J ·\ \ Rezoning Ruling i The city cpuncil will hold a public hearing at 7 :30 pm Monday on an ordinance providing that fees for licenses collected in the city clerk's office be transferred to the city treasury. The ordinance passed a first reading last Thur~day over the objection of Councilman Mary O. Dondero who described the proposed legislation as lllegal because "it goes contrary to state law." Mrs. Dondero refused to vote for the public hearing because it is "something that ls conflicting" with the statutes. LITTLE • • • THE COUNCIL also wlll consider possible repairs to the Memorial and Peirce island bridge approaches. The agenda also calls for: Reports from City Manager Edward C. Peterson. Consideration of a petition 'for sewer entrance from Contractor Paul C. Badger. Consideration of a petition from the ·Public Service Company of New Hampshire for underground cross- Council Schedules Hearing Mondayh°J.-~ On Clerk's Fees 0, Court Dismisses Old Zoning Case Charges of violating Portsmouth zoning ordinances brought against two local brothers four years ago were dismissed today in Superior court for "lack of evidence." Ralph Panarese and Joseph Panarese won their fight to upset a municipal court con'viction on a charge of maintaining a junk yard on Lafayette road contrary to zoning ordinances. Testimony by Building Inspector James T. Whitman and Planning Board Chairman John w. Durgin, Sr., failed to substantiate the charges in the opinion of Justice John H. Leahy. City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart based his case against the Panareses on city zoning regulations found in the 1939 revised edition of the ordinances. Reinhart · also introduced a zoning map. However, the map did not show the location of the junk yard and ; Whitman admitted he had not inspected the premises. They were defended· by Atty. Samuel Levy, a former city solicitor. The P11.nareses appealed a municipal court conviction on Aug. 24, 1945. �Pierce Isle Bridge Unsafe -Cross at 0~'n Risk' Only 1 1 Persons cro.sslng the Pierce Island I He suggested that the money bri~e will do so at their "own risk" I needed to buy the lot.s and to grade until repairs are made, the city and surface them be taken from the council ordered last night In om- parking meter funds. ,::!ally closing the old wooden span. 1 • • • , , MRS. DONDERO said that If The councils a,ctlon was based I t re built attendants on a. report from City Manager I pa.rklng 1O s a • Edward c Peterson who said that ~ should be hired to take care of them atate bridge engineers had in- "because people are afraid to park spected the structure and declared In them when they lose things from it unsafe. I their cars." Street Repair Proiect Delayed l Council to Hear New Plea for \'·, Taxi Rate Cut t\ The local taxi Industry-serene since the city council took it under lts wing several weeks ago-may erupt Into controversy again Thursday night when the council conI slders a pelltlon that fares be lowered. A $66,000 street reJ?air program, The petition will be submitted by scheduled to start June 1, will be Fted I. Seavey of 220 Rockland delayed pending two bridge repair stl'eet, a local taxi operator, and one projects, Public Works Supt. Nat S. of the chief figures In the so-called Stevens said today. "fare war." Stevens said repairs on the Pierce The council wlll receive another Cost of the repairs was est!- 1 Peterson also suggested that a mated &t $32,000 and Peterson said I "strip" for parking be built near Island bridge and the Memorial "hot potato"-a request by 10 Daniels another $16,000 would be needed to the Junkins avenue end of the South br.Jdge approach wlll be given top street merchants that two-way trafrepair the .approaches to Memorial I Mill pond. He said It could be done' priority over his plan to repair fic be re-established on that street. bridge. b filling in part of the South Mill Pleasant, Islington, Marcy, Dennett At present only west-bound traffic and Middle streets, and Newcastle Is allowed. The Pierce island bridge report I y d pon . b rough t quick response from CounThis suggestion brought verbal avenue. I The petition Is signed by mer~llman Many C. Dondero, who said, protests from Councilmen Lester R. He reported his project will be chants on both sides of Daniels 'nlis I.a quite a surprise. I would Whitaker and Simes and an audible postponed until estimates are availI street. The city council established Uke ~ know more about It. groan :from Mrs. Dondero. able for work on the two bridges. one-way traffic at least two years • • • The city manager explaln.ed that Stevens said he and City Manager ago following a bitter controversy. "IT WAS ONLY two years ago," the fill would be "only enough to Edward C. Peterson had expected If two-way traffic Is adopted the she pointed out, "that extensive re- take care of one line of cars." that the street project would be council must limit parking to one pairs were made on the bridge. J Meanwhile, the council learned financed with funds remaining from side or abolish It altogether. want to know who told the state how fast railroad stocks and bonds I the Maplewood a venue bridge proengineers to look at It." • can depreciate In 40 years. ject. 1 CITY SOLICl1'01t Ai'l.hur J. When Peterson explained that the A report from the manager and • • • Reinhart Is expected to propose that investigation was made at his re- City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart BUT IT IS now planned to use a new zoning map, covering the enquest, Mrs. Dondero remarked tart- 1 dlsclooed tliat the city's holding of part of the money to repair the -~l~e city, be t1,dople(j and U1at copies New York, New Haven and Hartford bridges. The Memorial bridge ap- of the zoning ordinance be . printed. ly, "I'm sure I didn't know anything llecurltles Is worth $300. proach will be Improved while the \ about It." councilman Llnchey moved that Pierce Island bridge will be 1·e- 1 City Manager Ed~vard C. Peterson Councilman William J. Llnchey they be disposed o:t before "they constructed. s&1d Relnhart's proposal will point immediately voiced a protest against shrink a~y more." Stevens said the extent of his 1out that charges or zoning ordinance her "sarcastic" remark and said he • • • street repair plan will be determined violations brought against two local had not been informed of the condlTHE COUNCIL referred to the by the cost of the brldge work . He . brothers were dismissed ln Superior t!on of the bridge until he "came city solicitor for study and report a added, however, tlrnt sufficient \ Cow't several wcck.s ago because a to the meeting." contract with John w. Durgin, Sr., funds are expected to be available , municipal map did not Ehow the lo• • • for work done in surveying possible for work on Pleasant street from 1 cation of their junk yard. PETERSON was Instructed to sewer construction projects. 1the lntersecton of State street to Ralph and Joseph Panarese were make a further study of the sltuaPeterson explained that Durgin I the junction of Marcy street. tton on the motion of Councilman did the work under a Public works ' The street will be torn up, a clay j charged with maintaining a junk Frank E. Paterson, and Council- administration grant but that a base replaced by gravel, and resur- • yard on Lr.fayetle road contrary to man Thomas H. Simes then moved written cont=t is necessary for h,im faced . Stevens said his department : zoning ordinances. that, the bridge be closed "to pro- to get the rest of his fee. I is surveying Pleasant street in aq I tect the city." "Half the money was given him I effort to determine the cost. Mrs. Dondero again came to her when the city made application for ' The street department official said feet at this point with the question it two or three years ago," Peterson •Islington street wlll also be ~·esurof "what will happen" to the fam- said, "but the contract was never 1, faced 1f enough funds are available. lly now living on the island. e ared and the time limit Is get- The street would be retopped with When Councilman Roland I. P ., two inches of asphalt from the inNoyes asked how many persons use ~~ ~:::~ ·buslne~ the council vot- ' tersection of Middle street· to the ·the bridge, Peterson explained that t corner of Spmney Lane. one family resides on the Island and __ed O : . _ Repairs on the other streets will tlten added jestingly, "It Is somet from the Bad-\ follow if funds are available. Ste- · Portsmouth has no serious slum ·times used by newspaper reporters." Approve a reque~ for permission vens had expected that the entire areas, City Manager Edward C. Councilman Simes explained to i ger-Ran~h c;::~ury avenue sewer. street repair project would be flnPeterson believes. Mrs. Dondero that closing the bridge to enter e t M h l.5hed In five month~:., Petornon today acknowledged that did not bar It from use. He said It File a report from Cl Y ars a1 ·r the city has been Invited to particimeant that anyone crossing the Leonard H. Hewitt. t !fl bridge did so without the city's Refer to the parking and ra c pate In a federal slum clearance pro- - .'committee a letter from Arrow gram but will not accept the governsanction and at his "own risk." Tailors. ment's offer. The council set May 2 as the date File a communication from the The city manager said under the for a public hearing on an ordinance Seacoast Regional association. federal plan W~ city would finance providing that fees for llcenses File a letter from the Department one-half the project and the governshould go into the city treasury. of Justice. . ment the balance. Mrs. Dondero described the ordlnRefer to the city solicitor a claim "We can't pay for more Important ance as Illegal because "it goes confrom Teresa Smith for injuries she projects here ln Portsmouth why trary to state law." allegedly suffered in a fall. should we accept greater financial She said she could not vote for a • • • responsibilities. Besides we haven't public hearing on "something that APPROVE a petition from VolGrant Dr. Wendell P. Clare perany serious slum areas here," Peis conflicting" with the statutes. ture No. 70, 40 and 8, for permission mission to butld a one-car garage terson asserted. City Manager Peterson's proposal to hold a parade next Sunday at at 402 state street. The city manager snld the slum that the city buy a lot adjacent to l:l 6 pm. Refer to the clty solicitor for clc111·11ncc project~ will be slmlinr to the fire station on Court street and Grant the Marine Corps league study and report a request for rethe Public Works Administration others In the vicinity of Parrott and permission to use the old Plains zoning In Elwyn park. operations prior to World War II. Junkins avenue for parkdng lot.s was schoolhouse two nights a week. Refer to the clty manager for He said municipalities have been referred to the landll and buildings Refer a rezoning petition from study and report a petition from urged to survey their slum areas In committee for study. _______ Alfred P. Crosman to the adju st-Jthe Public Service Co., of New pre para lion for the work. ~~n~_ board. Hampshire to build an underg1round conduit at Gosling road. ! I ... I I ii I No Slums Here, \\\ Peterson Says ~\· I l I �* I City derk'sTrip Raises Bigge~J,io Council Problem The seemingly simple proposal of sending City Clerk Eileen D. Foley to a Chicago convention was the biggest problem confronting the city's councilmen last night-and they didn't know what to do about It until the clerk hersel[ suggested the solution of dumping it Into the \ lap of the city manager. · It was the shortest regular meetIng or the council In many months, 1and a large part of the 45 minutes '. duration was devoted to the "convention problem." After an extended period of ques, tlonlng by three of the councilmen, It WM !lnnlly 11greed Lo rC'frr Lhe maUer to City Manager Edward C. Peterson "with power." The proposed ordinance would create one-way traffic from Cottage to Bartlett streets on Woodbury I avenue and from Thornton street to 1 the lower end of Woodbury avenue on Bartlett street. Under Peterson's plan, traffic leaving the city would be routed through Barllett and Thornton streets and then onto Woodbury avenue. Motorists entering the city would use Woodbury avenue and the lower end of Bartlett street. Traffic into the city would not be allowed on Thornton street and tre upper end of Bartlett street, • • • l\lEANWllll,F., the city manager had no such trouble making up his mind. This morning he said the city clerk could go "If she so desires" nnd thnt she probably would be given 1111 expense account of "about $150." The convention is to be held May 25-27 for city and town clerks throughout the corn1try. The council also failed to act on · a plan to alleviate the traffic hazard at the Woodbury avenue and Bartlett street Intersection. The proposal, which v.-as in the form of an ordinance prepared by City Manager Peterson, was laid an the table for reconsideration at a later meeting. Dlscu~slon of Mrs. Foley's proposed trip was marked by frequent pnuses of silence and blank stares RS the council Ignored Mnyor Cecil M. Ncnl's rcpel\tcd requests for RCLion. • • • the council made Mrs. Foley the object of questioning 1 In 11n npparent state of f1011nderlng Indecision . Councilman Frnnk E. Patrrson lrnd thr ln1111iry, with Co1111citmnn Rlchmnn S. Mnrgrson and John J. Leary joining In. Their questions concerned the nature or t.he convention Itself. whether other New Hampshire cities were sending deiegntes and the posisble benem to Portsmouth. Their approach was leading to no a.venue of decision, however, until Mrs. Foley explained that she only took the convention bulletin and accompan:ylng letters to the city manager with the expectation that the council would refer the matter to him._"_ __ _ __ HOWF.YER. • • • THE COUNCIL also decided to appropriate an additional $200 to cover work on $9,800 delinquent poll tax bills oy Pelsch, Angell and Company, Norwich, Vt., accounting and auditing firm. City Manager Peterson explained that the firm originally agreed to do the work for $600 believing that 4.000 bills were to be handled. But he snlc\ the auditors hRve now worked on 9,800 bllls nnc\ hnve spent $924. The firm hns agreed, however, to accept $800 for the job. Peterson also l\nnounced that between $200 and $300 more will be needed to finance clerical work on poll taxes which he said will be tel\dY for distribution enrly next week. The city mnnnger pointed out that the delinquent bills represent about $52,000 and that the city will "be lucky" to collect about ha.I! the amount, • • • "WE'D NEVER GET even that money unless a drive of this type was instigated," Peterson mainta1I1ed. The council agreed to take the $800 from the contingent fund. Peterson, Public Works Supt. Nat S. Stevens and the board of health were requested to Investigate a complaint by 51 residents that unsanitary conditions exist on the east side of Peverly Hill road In the vlct. nlty of McCllnlock street, Middle road, Spinney road, Leavitt avmue. Woodworth avenue and Sweatt avenue. The residents complained that the land is inundatPd after every ralnfall, brlnging refuse to the surface from srpllc innks nncl mnklng It I\ bl'C'<'.dl11g J>lnce for lnsrcls. The council wns askc-d to Ruthorlze a method of drnlnlng the area. • • • IN OTHER business the council: ,___________ The Fare War Again ' ....;;;..__ :2 Taxi ·Firms Face . uspens1ons ~~ Perm1t 1 s . f,-- The city council last night heard charges that two local taxi firms have violated a city ordinance by "slashing" fares and the municipal lawmaking body indicated a firm determination to settle the longstanding taxi controversy once and for all. Reported to the council by City Manager Edward C. Peterson, the alleged violations were referred'. to the council's parking and traffic committee for investigation and possible susp1mslon of the Individual cab permits and the taxi licenses of the drivers involved. At the same time, the council also referred to its parking and~· traffic commltt.ee a request from ! a local taxi (!rm owner, Fred I. 1 Seavey of 220 Rockland street, that current fares be lowered by rev1s10n of municipal ordinances. It was Seavey, one of the key figures In the so-called "fare war," who registered the complaints of ordinance violations with City Manager Peterson. Taxi Fares- 'f-<V'-\1P (Continued from page one) suspension of permits of individual cabs and taxi licenses of the two drivers. During discussion of Seavey's petition for lower fares, Councilman Frank E. Paterson hinted that the local operators may be forced by the council to install taxi meters if the current problem is not solved. "If this mess isn't settled we'll make them Install meters and there's no question about it," Paterson said. Councilman Thomas H. Simes proposed that a special committee 1 be appointed by Mayor Cecil M. Neal and that the committee hold a public hearing on Seavey's petition, but this suggestion wa.s opposed by Councilman Paterson who Rl'gued that "this man already has been heard." Councilman Lester R. Whittaker l • • • Interjected: SEAVEY AND TWO witnesses ''It's rather a waste of time to alleged that employes of Val's Taxi, hold a. public hearing just for one owned by Reinhl\rd Task of 338 I man. Middle street, and Hislop Taxi, • Councilman Simes added: owned by Ernest E. Lamb of 864 1 I • • • -------------Woodbury avenue, "slashed" fares "I'M VERY STRONG in my op1contrary to 01'Clinances adopted by nlon that if one man wants to be the council more than a · month heard let him be heard. It's good ago. judgment." Peterson said that Sel\VPY and his But Councilman Simes later wife. Constance, reported to him agreed to allow the parking and that Miss Anna Stratton of 56 Cass I traffic committee to handle the street, and Miss Priscilla Gorman · matter after Councilman Paterson of 11 Meetinghouse Hill, were trans- again pointed out, "we've had : ported from 30 Brewster street to enough hearings on this subject alColumbia court May 12 by And\Y ready." Collins an employe or Val's Taxi The parking and traffic commlt1\nd charged 50 cents while ordin- tee was presented with still another ances provide for a 75-cent fare. taxi "headache" when the council Peterson complained that the referred to the group a proposal by Hislop Taxi violation occurred City Manager Peterson · that cross latrr the same clny when Miss zone boundaries be extended in cer- 1 Slrntton and Mlfi~ Gorman retnln sections of Zones 1, 2 and 3 for turned from Columbll\ court to 30 the "benefit" of taxi cab customers Brewster street with Wade Burnett, \ j who ride within the downtown area. , employed by the Hislop Taxi firm, and were again charged 50 cents for the trip. The city manager pointed out I that under Section 17 of Chapter 33 of the revised ordinances, the I council has the right to revoke or suspend permits and licenses of violators. I Accepted a report from City Manager Peterson recommending that the Public Service Company of New Hampshire be given permission to install and maintain underground conduits, cables and wires across • • • and under Gosling road. THE COUNCIL followed PeterApproved a petition from George A. Fronklyn who requested per- son's recommend11tlon for a commission to connect a city sewer at mittee Investigation and possible the corner of Woodbury and Myrtle (Plea~e turn to page three) councilman Pateroon promptly aven1u's for a new hou~e under congot to his feet at this point and slrucllon. made that 11olutlon a motion. He Rcfrrred lo CILy Mnn11ger Prt.rrheaved an audible and pleased sigh son for ltlVCRtlgntlon a pclltlon of relief as he resented hlmseH- from Mlchnrl Doyle who rcquefited whlle the city manager frowned. permission to enler a sewer for 11 • • • new house under construction on ACTION ON Peterson's proposed Cutts avenue. trarflc ordinance was spiked o.fter Granted Edward L. Paterson of Accepted a report from Plumbing councilmen Leary and Roland I. 635 Lincoln avenue permission to Inspector Clement R. Moulton for Noyes suggested that a public hear- tap I\ sewer line for a lot adjacent 17 permit.~ issued In April. A check ing be scheduled by the council be- to 48 Brackett road. from him for $50.25 also was acbe!ore initial consideration. cepted and referred to the city treasury. �Cautious .Council Seeks Ruling On Fee-Collection OrdinC{llce · _i proposed ordinance that would · govern fees collected by all municipal officers and employes was cautiously shelved last night by the city council after vigorous protests from Councilman Mary C. Dondero that such a · move ls "illegal" and "contrary" to state Jaw. City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart was ordered to rephrase the ordinance and submit It to State Atty. Gen. William I, Phinney for a ruling. . Ushered through a brief publlc hearing without opposition prior to the special session, the ordinance would transfer to the city treasury all fees collected for recordlnr books, records, abstracts, certificates, licenses, and any other work associated ,with ,municipal offices. . Principal effe'c t of the legislation would be the turning over to the city all fees collected by jMrs. Dondero's daughter, City Clerk Eileen D. Foley, and Solicitor Reinhart. ,i 'Mrs. Dondero began her at. tack on the proposal by produc- · Ing a letter from Attorney Gen-r eral Phinney In which he mlf'd ' that any municipal officer or employe could "legally djsregard" the ordinance. She quoted Phinney as maintaining that existing statutes , 1overnlng fees would supersede the local ordinance. Under state law, Mrs. Dondero argued, a municipal officer or employe "can do anything he or she pleases with some of the fees collected." "They can even throw them .away If they want to," J\lrs. Dondero contended. · Her Insistence lncltell a lengthy discussion among her obviously confused fellow members as they attempted to rephrase 'the ordinance so that it would not · conflict with the · statute. , Finally, It was left up. to Reln'hart who had also contended earlier that the ordinance would be Invalidated by state law. The council was troubled with " another headache later In the meeting when It considered a proposed ordinance which would ' ~nlarge taxi stand No. 1 on Fleet street and eliminate stand No. 2. Three parking meters, which . separate the two areas, would 1 be removed to permit the exten- ' sion. ' The ordinance was scheduled for a second reading but was tabled for additional study after John Paras, a Fleet street property owner, complained that th~ ordinance was "unfair" to him. "You are cutting my throat. It's just like putting up a fence In front of my property," Paras , .claimed. Paterson suggested that the petiAuthorized Mnyor Cecil M. Neal tion-signed by 17 Deer street residents-be referred to him for study; to transfer city bonds. Accepted a notice from army enbut Mrs. Dondero challenged him. •She Insisted that the council's gineers in Boston pertaining to a street light committee handle the 1 public hearing here at 2 pm Friday on the navy's proposal !or a bombpetition. Judge Thomas H. Simes said • • • Ing area off the Isles of Shoals. he "agreed" that the enlarged "LET'S SETTLE this right now," I Referred to Peterson a petition Mrs. Dondero demanded. from George W. McLean for pertaxi stand would create a prob- ' 'What do we ·have committees for. mission to erect a sign at 118 !em for Paras. Does the ~ity manager have to do Market street. "However," Judge Simes conall our work?" Referred to Peterson a requesL tinued, "Mr. Paras is no worse Paterson answered: from Seybolt Motors of 48 Vaughan off than I am." "We have a city manager now street !or permission to erect a sign "I can give him my sympathy and I refuse to pass over his head. Jn front of Its eslabllshm ent. for I haven't free access to my before h~ came here. Approved a petition from the law office." The committees were established Maxam company for permission to 81mes apparently referred to "I move that the matter be re- connoot 1\ sewer on Melbourne street. parking meters In front of his !erred to the city manager," he deDenied a request from the State street office. manded. Seventh Duy Adventists for perHtlll referring to Paras, Judge And It was. mli,slon to sponsor a tng clay, Mny Simes continued In a jocular The council spurned a proposal 14. tone: · by Peterson that It "force an acAccepted a report from Building "If he'd like, I'll take Mr. count" and engage state highway Inspector James T. Whit.man who Paras outside and discuss the department workers-now employed said he issued 25 permits during whole thing in language he'll on the Memorial bridge project-to January, February and March, understand-language I would repair the bridge approach. Whitman said he sanctioned $199,not use in this chamber." Peterson said the council's "only 650 In building work. "Things can't be regulated other alternative" was to wait unAccepted a communication from perfectly for everybody," Countil summer and let cut bids for the the Interstate Fireworks Ma nufaccilman Lester R. Whittaker inabpp'~!oac111 work. He ext'~ltahlned tha t turing and Display Co,, Inc., of terjected. Y ore ng an accoun e counc11 Bridgewater, Mass., which advised Councilman Dondero said she would pay workers by the hour un- [that the city make early appllcatlo thought Paras has a "grievance" tll the pro,1ect was compleled. . n and asked that action be postHe said that both steps would )loned until the matter was stucost the ctt.y ap•Jroximately $15,000.1 died further. Petersonf admitted, however, that If It Intends to sponsor a nreworks the city would have better control display July 4· Councilman John J. Leary voiced 1 • • • over the work by awarding a conopposition to postponement. tract. He said "forcing an account" REFERRED TO Solicitor ReinConsiderable discussion also cenwould hasten the work. hart a communication from City tered on bids for a new charging Auditor Wilfred E. Young who sugdesk at the public library and the gested that the council strike from Wood-Art Company, Inc., of Exeter Councilman Richard S. Margeson municipal records a reserve fund fii;i.ally was awarded the job for $680. 1 said: established to cover uncollectable Three other bids came froiµ the ( "It may be cheaper to 'force an poll taxes· from 1935 to 1940. Maxam company, $883; Filing account' but I don't see why we I Referred to.Peterson another comEquipment Bureau, Inc., $1,130; and can't put the work out to bids. It munication from Young In which library division of Remington Rand, ' would be rather unm;ual to change the auditor suggested that the Inc., $3,314. }... Y\ ,I our policy.'' council clear up $471.51 In bills earBids were rec!!ived on tl1e desk • • • l rued on highway department books. project several months ago but were MR S . D O N D E RO said she Referred to Peterson $79.14 in rejected by the council pending an hll.ought that the "ideal and safest bills whi ch have not been collected investigation by Peterson of ex- way" was by bids. by the water department. penditures for repairs at the llThe proposal was placed on the Accepted an invitation from Presbracy\ He later was authorized to ac- table for action at a later date. ident Truman to send a representcept new bids. The council also: ative to the national highway safeThe council referred to the planAccepted a report from Peterson ty conference June 1, 2 and 3 at ning board a proposal by Peterson In which hi recommended abaLeWashington. that changes be made in city ordin- ment of a highway department bill ances governing general residence sent to Mrs. Florence Jones of Referred to Peterson a request districts. South Eliot for removal of snow ' that Aldrich court be accepted by The revision would allow dwellings from In front of the L. L. Peavey the city, The petition was signed by consisting of variously numbered William K. Fritz of 25 Aldrich court, 1 Co., Inc., at 36 Market street. The :family units to be constructed in a Manuel Resendes of 39 Aldrich court bill was !or $44.60. 1 and James H. Page. general residence district. Present Accepted Peterson's estimate that ordinances provide that up to a Acccpled a report !rom the state :four-family single unit may be con- extension of the water line on 1 _highway department on the condi.structed in a general residence dis- Wentworth road from Sagamore tion of the Pierce Island bridge. avenue to the Rye town line would l trict. Referred to Reinhart a report : from John W. Durgin regarding a Under the proposed change use of co.st about $7,059. Accepted Peterson's report that , contract with the city of Portsthe district would be restricted to one of three classes designated by cost o! extending a sewer to 869 ! mouth under a Public Works adthe council. The classes would be 1, Woodbury averme would be apministration application in 1945 for 1 advanced :for a two 1-!amily units; 2, for three proximately $585. planning of a sewer • • • project. I-family units; and 3, !or four 1ACCEPTED A DEED from the tamlly units. Referred to Peterson a petition from Albert P. Bauer of 55 ThornA brief verbal flareup between Federal Works agency for the ton street who seeks permission to Councilmen Dondero and Frank E. Woodbury avenue water main which purchase a city-owned lot on MonPaterson later punctuated discussion cost the city about $200. teith street. of a petition for a new street light between 25 and 35 Deer street. 8 Paras explained that taxi traffic would handicap tenants who occupy his Fleet street property. . "How can they get in and out of their houses with the cabs there?" he inquired. I I <\ ·\. I I �• Now Dispute ..-..rises Over T aff i·c lans ~'¼ For Daniels t,Whole Problem Termed 'Absurd' By Councilman Port.smouth's traffic system was called ''perfectly absurd" by one city councilman last night as clouds , of controversy again began gather, ing over the cnce-stormy issue of traffic regulations on Daniels street, Councilman Thomas H. Simes expressed the opinion of the loc:,1 parking situation after the clt:;y council found itself confronted with two conflicting petitions on the Daniels street question. One petition, bearing 18 signatures, drmandcd rest,oration of twoway trarrtc on the street, while another, with 20 signatures" wanted the present one-way system retained. • • • SIGNF.RS OF THE two petitions all represented business concerns in the Daniels street area. The problem went unsettled, however, when the council referred it to the parking and traffic committee for further study, '1110 18 petitioners who ur~ed adoption of two-way traffic contended that the present plan has , "!ailed to diminish traffic congestlon" and has "seriously diminished revenue" of merchants on Daniels 1 street, But the othn 20 b1u;inrss men And women claimed that the one-way system Is the "best possible" solu' tlon to the traffic problem "espec' tally !or the public's safety and our own economic wPlfare." The Dnnlels 11treet subject gave oouncnmim Simes nn opportunity to drllvrr or his own op!11ion on congested trnfiio and offer t1. possible solution. · Simes maintained that "if traffic lights art; lmtAlled at the cprner ot n--.m els otreet and Mr.rket f n~re I don't ~Pe any reason '\\hy we c.an't have two-way traffic there." • • • "IN FACT," Councilman Simes continued, "consideration should be given to trll1!1c !lghts ln other sections of the city so elderly persons such as I can cross the streets without being r;truck.'' "The traffic system ls perfectly absurd," Simes insisted end added, "but there's no good reason why trwo-way traffic cannot be adopted I.! lt l'I properly SS1feguRrded." No Opposition . Voiced Here at 1,_ 'Jt..l~ Zoning Hearing reet No opposition was voiced last night at a public hearing on an ordinance revision that would give the city council power to determine The council and about 20 spec-1 the type of dwell!ngs that may be tators broke into loud laughter erected in a general residence zone. when Councilman Simes arose, and The counc!J heard a lone speakin his usual polite tone Inquired: er advocate the passage of the or- I "Your honor: Wlll the sign obdinance and when no others showed struct the open door of the city?" any Interest Mayor Cecil M. Neal The council adopted a suggestion closed the hearing. • by City Solicitor Arthur J. ReinAtty. Ray E. Burkett Informed hart that the planning board be rethe council that he was representquested to provide a new city ma.p covering all zoning areas and e, 1. ing S. Gordon Task, local contractor, in urging passage of the ordinance. description of streets and areas afHe said that Task would apply for fected by zoning laws. permission to build Class I houses Reinhart cited a. recent Rocking(two-family units) in Wlldwood ham County superior court case in park as soon as the ordinance ls which the city of Portsmouth 1 adopted by the council. charged Ralph and Joseph Panarese with operating a Lafayette I road junk yard, contrary to local zoning ordinances. The solicitor 1 pointed out that the case was dis- ' missed for lack of evidence after maps submitted by the city failed to show the location of the junk yard. I Councilman Frank E. Paterson claimed t'hat adoption of two-way traffi'C would mean abol~hment of park-ing "on at least one 11lde." "I don't think we should make any effort to settle tWs right now. ' Let':; give tJ1e people a chance to think lt over," PatPreon 1mggested. Th<>-~e who 11!~ed the petition opposing two-way trarflc were the Allied Taxi Service, Cnnteen Studio, Standard Linen Service, Hersey's . Bakery, F. A. Gray and Co., Lee Sherbuck, Western Union, The Can- : dY Shop, Charles M. Scripture, Wil• ' 11am J. Boucher, Edward H. Paterson, Arthur B. Duncan, Parnham's Studio, Portsmouth Travel Agency, The Randall Press, Girl Scouts of America, the Frank D. Butler agency, Philip Halprin and Son, and Harry Halprin. Daniels street area merchant.I who signed the petition favoring two-way trnfflc were Mrs. Harry Nannis, Herbert w. SC'sslons, MU• rte! Crowell, Alvin J. CoJl!er, P. Rog• • • er Kennedy, Archie Marcus, Carl's IN OTHER BUSINESS the coun- i Barber Shop, Maurice Marcu~. Al• ell: I bert F. CoJl!ns, George Geovanls, '!'he city has been invited to enReferred to City Solicitor Reinter the advertising field, City Manhart a contract with the Woodart Samuel H. Grossman, Benjamin Co., Inc., of Exeter for construcager Edward C. Peterson said toBlankenburg, Philip Halprin, Abra- tion of a. $680 checking desk at the day. ham Grossman, Louis Sherman, public library. The city manager said the MeterJohn c. Gerasis, Harry Halprin and . Granted Mrs. Joseph Musso per- ad Cor,poratlon of Pasadena, Texas, Louder H. Matosslan. mission to use the Ward 4 ward room. has asked the city's permission to I May 26. ' erect small blllboards on the &hafts \ l'f WAS NOT explained why the of 300 parking meters here. Referred to City Manager PeterHalprin signatures were carried on , son "with power" a petition from If permission ls granted, Peterson both petitions. Stephen S. Gerth for permission to said, the firm would pay the city The remainder of the agenda was use the Ward 4 ward room June 3 25% of gross receipts from the ads. considered with little discussion, for a party. Peterson said the company es- t excepting a report by City Manager . Granted use of the Community timated that the city's share would Edward C. Peterson on a petition Center May 26 to the soap box ! ibe approx!ma,teJy $300 monthly. from Seybolt Motors, 48 Vaughan : derby committee. street, for permission to erect a Granted Daniel Zamarchl apedsign in front of the establishment. dler's permit with the provision Peterson recommended that per- that he comply with local ordinmission be granted after explaining ances and pay the usual fee. , site the New Franklin school. that the sign would be 12 feet ln • • • Referred to the city manager a height, six feet wide; stand 13 feet GAVE LAURENCE E. Mulloney nbove the sidewalk and extend six of Brookline, Mas.~.. permission to request from the Piscataqua Rifle feet over the ~ldewnlk. tap a sewer for a new house at the club' for permission to set up a tarBut ~he pel!Llon ngnln wns re- comer of Meadow lane and Farm get range on the site of the old city dump off South street. ferred back to Peterson with the lane. . Granted the Portsmouth Exsuggestion that the Seybolt firm EMPOWERED MAYOR Cecil M. provide public liability in the event change club permission to conduct a Neal to contact Rear Adm. Allan tag day either July 1 or 2. of an accident. Refe,red to City Solicitor Rein- E. Smith, USN, commander cruisers Councilman Lester R. Whitaker asked City Manager Pete-rson I hart a petition from Frank Zan- of the Atlantic fleet, who offered to whether the sign would obstruct I gari of 75 Russell street and Edward del!ver a greeting from this city to view of the traffic lights at the Zoffol! of 4 Russell street for per- Portsmouth, England. Accepted an invitation from corner of Vaughan and Congress mission to erect a wharf on the , street and Peterson replied In the Piscataqua river off Market street. Ralph H. Atwell, chairman of the Referred to City Manager Peter- Central Veterans Council, to particinegative. son a request from the Navy Club pate in the Memorial day parade, • • • COUNCILMAN PATERSON as- of America for pernussion to place May 30. Referred to the city solicitor a sured his fellow members that the a mobile war exhibit in Portsmouth. Placed on file a request from War- claim of $262.50 from Mrs. Charles sign would not obstruct view or interfere with other property owners ren W. Jackson of 507 Dennett Marotto of 244 Market street who street and William F. deRochemont was injured Feb. 8 ln a fall at the ; in the area. of 493 Dennett street for permission Intersection of Deer and Market .i to purchase two lots of land oppo- streets, r I City Is Asked :l1 to To Participate in Advertising Plan ••• i i .... - ... - - -- - - - - -- - 1 �$12,000Project' Council Transfers 11lnStreetRe~i1 Funds t~1( __Cover -To Start in June City Water Debt lD TUE SO _ 1 • • • SLATED FOR resurfacing in the latest project are Cass street, State street from Cass to Middle streets, Court street from Pleasant to Marcy streets, Dennett street from Woodbury avenue to Myrtle avenue, and Myrtle avenue from Woodbury avenue to Dennett street. Steyens said the program would be concluded within six weeks. It consfsts mainly of tarring the streets. The public works superintendent also reported that he Is preparing specifications for the larger project, expected to start June 1 but delayed pending repairs to the Pierce Island bridge and the Memorial bridge approach. Stevens originally estimated that $66,000 would be spent for extensive repairs to Pleasant, Islington, Marcy, Dennett and Middle streets and Newcastle avenue. • • • City Manager Edward C. Peterson had planned to finance the larger program with funds remaining from the Maplewood avenue bridge project. · But the Memorial and Pierce Island bridge work has been given top priority over street repairs. , The extent or the project will be determined by the cost or the bridge work, Stevens said. Tne project will start on Pleasant street and the work Is expected to be let out to bids because the city lacks proper equipment to handle ' the job, E;ltevens said. The liurface of lower Newcastle a,venue and Pleasant and Marcy streets will be torn up and two feet 9! 1 111y beneatn will be removed. .A#er~ m;1ng the excavati.ons with two !eet 9f gravel the streets will be resurfaced. The clay; Stevens reported, has been the principal cause for street I deterioration this year. Rain remained above the clay base, froze during cold weather and then caused the surface to crac_k. ___) STEVENS AND Dondero Asks Probe of 1 Laxity' In Department The city council last night approved transfer of $15,000 in parkIng meter fund s to pay water department debts and the move was described as "bad business" by Counc!lman Mary C. Dondero who demand ed a probe of the water department's financial condition and tbe "laxity" or its officials. The council spurned Mrs. Dondero's claim that the procedlU'e was "!llegal" and authorized City Auditor Wilfred E. Young to borrow the $15,000 to pay the principal and Interest on the water department's bonded Indebtedness. Young had pointed out that the payment amounted to $25,375 but the department had only $19,360 in its treasury. City Manager Edward C. Peterson challenged Mrs. Dondero's charges of "laxity" and Insisted that water department losses, which have averaged $9,000 annually, were caused by high operating costs and low receipts, • • • MRS, DONDERO lashed out at water department administration with: "They knew this payment had to be met and they should ha ve kept their books In order." She insisted that an audi t by the Petsch, Angell & Company or Norwich, Vt., indicated a "laxity by whoever has charge or that department." The auditors repot'ted that , losses totaled $9,367 in 1948. "The whole thing needs investigation and a report to the council,'' Mrs. Dondero maintained. City Manager Peterson took Issue with Mrs. Dondero and defended the transfer or funds as "good business." "There comes a time in every department when It must borrow money until sufficient r evenue is received. It's better to borrow our own money than ask a bank for it," Peterson said. • • • SAID he believed that the only .solution to the waler department's financial problei;ns may be an Increase in rates. He said that a survey now is being made of the operating costs and receipts. "If they don't balance we'l1 need an Increase," he added. The city manager said tha,t In .some lnst:inces water ls being sold to large consumers "lower than t;he actual cost." After considerabfe discussion between Peterson and Mrs. Donderp, she remarked, "I wouldn't . say the water department was in very good financial condition would you?" 1 PETERSON 1 "I've been saym g tha t right along," answered P eterson as discussion of the wa ter department's financial heada ches ended. Mrs. Dondero also opposed transfer of $10,000 from the Maplewood avenue bridge project to help finance repairs on Pleasant street but the council approved the tran sfer. Peterson suggested that the $10,000, along with an additional $10,000 appropriated In 1946, be used to cover the repair costs which were estimated at $18,345. Mrs. Dondero argued tha t a total of $20,000 was allocated for the work between Court and Marcy streets but that the cost had been est!- · mated ·at $18,345. She said she couldn't understand why the street department needed the extra $1 ,655 for the ·work. • • • "PEOPLE HAVE been -=--- ~JTon 1 A $1 2,000 street repair program is eX'pected t.o get underway here early in June, Public Works Supt. Nat s. Stevens a:mounced today. Stevens said the project Is "entirely independent" of a much larger street repair program which will start when repairs to the Memori!il and Pierce Island bridges are complete. The street department official said four streets will be resurfaced by local highway qepartment crews. The larger project wlll include more extensive repairs to six other streets. • clamoring for sidewalks up on Woodbury avenue for yea rs so why can 't we use . the extra money for that work?" Peterson today expla ined tha t the additional $1 ,655 may be needed to snJct the case was transferred to the state supreme court which ruled that the ordinance was unconstitutional. He said that the declaration or costs assessed by the supreme and superior courts totaled $355 .70. He added that attorneys for the studio have made several demands for the money and have threatened to place execution in the hands or a sheriff. The council dPcided to approve payment at the suggestion or Reinhart and Councilman Thomas H. Simes who explained, "I wonder 1f members of the council real!ze that if this was placed in the hands or a sheriff he could take any house In Portsmouth and It wou,Idn't have to be owned by the city." The council passed for a firs t reading a proposed ordina nce governing general residence distri cts. The ordinance will be given n public henrlng at 7:30 pm June 15 at thll counc!l ch11mbcrs. Present ordinances provide that up to four-family single units may be constructed in a general residence district. But under the proposed ordinance use o! the district would be restricted to one o! three classes designated by the counc!l. In other business the council: Accepted a report by City Manager Peterson on a petition from Michael Doyle to enter a sewer ol} Cutts street. Gave the Navy club of America permission to display a war exhibit in Portsmouth. finance extra costs on the project. · The council referred to Peterson a request from the school board for a supplementary budget of $5,200 to finance Increases in teachers' salarACCEPTED A ItEPORT from ies. There was no discussion of the Peterson concerning three bids for request. The council referred to City Sollcl- a lot on Dennett street owned by tor Arthur J. Reinhart a complaint th e school department. by eight residents of Broad, RockGave permission to Julius Zeldland and Merrimac streets that man o! 148 Manning street to enter Thomas J. Downs or 65 Broad street a sewer at the corner of Newton ill operat.ing a kennel near his home avenue aud Scruton street. in violation of zoning ordinances. Referred to t\1e Interstate bridge • • • authority a. petition from Russell THE RESIDENTS claimed that M. Perkins and R. T , Hendrickson Brna.d st~eet Is classl!led as a gen- for permission to sell and store gaseral residence zone and demanded ol!ne and petroleum product..s on the that tJhe council take "corrective ac- Interstate highway near 'the lntertlon" against Downs. section of Myrtle avenue. They complained that Downs Denied pern1lsslon to the James breeds, raises and sells Boxer dogs I K . Horne, Inc., o! Dovl'r and Rowhich "damage neighboring proper- chester to Install a fuel tank on ties, lawns and shrubberies, and Porter street. which further cause nauseating Voted permission to Dorothy Pace odors from their body dischru:ges to use the Community Center for a and further disturb and dfau-ess ball June 10 for the benefit of the · other citizens residing In that Portsmouth Rehabilitation Center. neighboi•hcod." ' Referred to Peterson _a petition 'Dhe oetltion claimed the dogs ! from 12 Dodge avenue ,es1dents who bark, whine and howl until late at want the street tarred. night and Into the early morning Granted William B. Savits perand In general create "an almost mission to hold a tag day Sattu·unbearable nuisance." day June 4 for the benefit or tihe There was no discussion on the Jimmy fund, or which he ls cha!rpetltion. Downs was present at the man. meeting but offered 110 defense. Granted the Parent's Music club Considerable discussion also cen- permission to hold a band concert ' tered on a report by City Solicitor and tag day for the Sylvia Lane Reinhart concerning a case in- fund. Both affairs wll! be Saturvolvlng the city and the Vantine day June 11 In Market square. Studio, an ltlnerent photography Denied a petition from Clifford firm. Marshall to display granite monuRelnhart reported that Oct. 28, men ts at 85 Austin street. 1947, a petition for injunction and Granted use of the Ward 4 ward declaratory judgment was flied room to Ach!lle Capone July 2. against the city to prevent enforce• • • ment of an ordinance with respect to ltlnerent photographers. The ordinance was passed by the city Aug. 22, 1941. ... I i �,. -1 ' ACCE\:lto PLUMBING Inspect,or Clement R. Mou~ton's report and a $79 check for inspections. Approved construction of a wharf in the Plscataqua river of{ Market street. Referred to the board of adjustment a request from the New Hampshire Gas and Electric company for permission to change over its fnel supply from coal to oil. Referred to Mayor Cecil M. Neal a communlcatlqn regarding a beauty contest at Halifax, N. s. I Gave Mayor Neal permission to proclaim Community Concert week from May 31 to June 6. Approved a $5 claim from Seth Satchell or 70 Dennett street for his garden which was damaged by water Crom a sewer. r -- • • • The city council tonight will consider another effort by the Public Housing administration to have the clty take over the utilities at the Wentworth Acres. City Manager Edward C. Peterson said that John P. Kane, field. director of PHA, had addreS6ed a - letter to the council, asking that Portsmouth assume responsibility for streets and sewers in the project. 1 Previously, the · council •has tabled other similar requests by the housing agency. The special meeting tonight follows a public hearln~ at 7:30 on a , revision of the ordhtance defining general residence a.rea1, ~ ·fire works Display Now .Scheduled:s 1v • At Pierce Island 1-\ Council Ponders ~ Acres Utilities ~{..1. "TUE COMMlTTf:E should do it," Mrs. Dondero declared flatly. "In times past that may have been the wa y to do It," replled Paterson. "Before we had the city manager it was all right but now I feel that these committees are subservient to the manager. We employ him for that purpose." Mrs. Dondero answered, "I still sny that If the committees aren't going to function, some one should bring in a motion to dismiss them. But thry should be active." Appfll'ently, Mr.!!. Dondero's fellow councilmen did not agree with her, because when Paterson rcpen,ted his motion to refer the matter to the city H went through. 1_ _manager. __ - II The Fourth of July fireworks dis' plR(Y definitely will be held on Pierce island, City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today. Peterson said he has been assured by City Marshal-elect William . J. Linchey that a detail of officers will be assigned to direct traffic in the area. I The city manager said he believed that the Pierce island bridge, orig1~ally described e.s unsafe by the city council, will be sturdy enough to handle one line of traffic. He added that the b1idge · can "safely" hold at least six tons at one time. Meanwhile, the council gave its endorsement to efforts by the Frank E. Booma post, American Legion, to bring the 1950 state convention to Portsmouth. Paul J. O'Brien, Americanization PETERSON SAID the number of officer, explained to the council that cars will be limited on the island. the delegates from the local poot He added that automobiles not adi wanted the council's approval bemitted on the island will be allowed fore extending the invitait!on next , to park along the waterfront. week during the state convention at· Laconia. Scheduled for the night of the The Portsmouth city counc11 toCity hall employes gleaned one l Fourth, the fireworks display for·The city council took less than day authorized bhe borrowing of bit of good news out of last night's I merly w11s held nt the South playan hour )Ast night to rllsposr. of apmeeting: The hnll wlll close Sa·lur- $100,000 on short term notes to meet , ground but was transferred this year proximately 20 items of business operating eXlpenses until tax revday mornings cl,urlng July and Auwith a petition for a picnic ground after Portsmouth hospital officials enues became available. ' gust, but to make up for the hours at the munlclpnl airport receiving complained that the noise disturbed The action was taken this mornJost, the employes are to get o.nly patients. the "lion's share" of its attention. Ing at a brief council meeting after one hour for lunch. Into the mes went the Public The council file<i a report by the an explanation by Cit,y Manager A band concert wlll be held on the Flciward C. Peterson that the city Housing authority's latest rr(Jt1e,qt lands and buildings committee that / island before the display. must meet a $100,000 school payroll that the clt.y tnke over the ullliL!es the trustees for the Home !or Jw June 20. Peterson also announced that Reat Wentworth Acres. Aged Women want $20,000 for their creation Director Francis T. Malloy property in the vicinity of Parrott The councilmen arloplc-d, wlt.11 nn THE COUNCIL approved the ' wlll be in charge of the entire oband Junkins avenue.s. manager's request that the loan be I servance. He will direct the distribuaudible chuckle, Councilman Ma.ry • • • made payable in November of this ' tion of ice cream to children at the O. Dondero's motion to !ile Field IN OTHER BUSINESS the coun- year. Director John P. Kane's letter. I various municipal playgrounds the cil voted t.o: However, Councilman Mary O. afternoon of the holiday. Refer to the city solicitor for re- Dondero expressed her opinion tlhait However, a request from more port a petition from Stanley Arnold "it isn't good business to let a loan than 70 persons that they be alThe city manager said approxlm,. of 500 Outts avenue asking to buy go over into another year. We lowed to construct a publlc picnic ately $400 will be spent for fireworks / city-owned land at Cutts avenue and should repay the loans in the same ground on city land near t;he southand $100 for Ice cream. Kearsarge way. west corner of the airport occasioned year we borrow the money. That's Sell two lots of land on Plan 90 what we always did." some discussion before being reto Warren Jackson and William F. ferred to the city manager. Peterson repeated that Vhe loan deRochemont at $200 each. was to be made payable in November MRS. DONOERO wanted the matRefer to the board of adjustment and was necessary beca'!lSe the city's a petition from Clifford K. Marshall contracts witlh the teachers have ter be referred to the lands and building committee, while Councilof 85 Austin street seeking per- to be paid off in June. City Manager Edward C. Peterson man Frank E. Paterson contended mission to display tombstones on today said he !s studying two prothRt "it Is a Job for the city manhis property. posals to solve the Pierce Island 1 Transfer $747 from the contingent bridge problem. ager ." The plans are: It wns Pnterson who slnrted the 1 1fund to flnnnce the poll tax audit. File n report from the city mnn(1) Demolition of the bridge and brief Rrgument when he moved that construction of a road over the further study be given the matter ngcr that the city has ordered a Piscataqua river between Pier,ce and before the council acted. His mo- bookkeeping machine at a cost of Shapleigh islands. · Uno Included an instruction to the $2,916. I (2) Reconstruction of the bridge city numage~ to investigate and re- 1· , and narrowing of the channel beWho has the power to appoint a port. tween the mainland allowing suffisuccessor to Councilman William J. The motion was not immediately cient clearance for fishing vessels. Linchey? seconded and Mrs. Dondero then Meanwhile, Peterson said he may City Manager Edward C. PeterIntroduced a mot.Ion to refer the suggest that the council limit the Two meetings of municipal boards son and the city council today faced question to the lands and building bridge load to six tons until the are scheduled for tonight at city that problem af<ter Councilman committee and the city manager. bridge is either repaired or dehall. Linchey yesterday accepted . apShe contended, "No committee !S molished. At 7 pm the board of adjustment pointment as city marshal. overworked and this Is something The council recently described the is to hold a public hearing on the Under the city charter Llnchey that the lands and buildings combridge as "unsafe" and ordered that New Hampshire Gas and Electric could not hold a post on the c<iunmittee should look into because it be posted. But Peterson said a 1 company's petition for permission · ell and assume the city marshal's 1 survey of the structure has indicated or the d1111gers at the airport. I to construct a 15,000-barrel oil stor- position, so Peterson has requested , it is safe for "at least six tons." don"t believe the council should deage tank nt it.~ Bow i.treet plant. a ruling from Atliy. Oen. William L. pend upon one !ndividu11l's vel'sion but ~hould do lt.s duty and see for A half hour later the board of Phinney. education is scheduled for a "rouMeanwhile, there were lndlcaitselL" tine" meeting. tlons that Llnchey may retain the Paterson replied, "1 don't want lo School Supt. Raymond I. Beal said position of deputy 5herlff. Sheriff get Into any arguments but I beth t h did not anticipate anything Simes Frink said he has .!!Uggested lieve that Jobs like this are what a e would . , It to the police commission and we pny the manager for. It"s his Job other tJhan regular business come bctore the bonrd. I Llnchoy to "Improve" reJa,tlon8 beto look Into these things and ho tween the police cmd 11hcrlff,5 e.eahould do lt." partment. . .. Council 'Breeze·s' Through Meeting, Clears 20 Items :9.I~; Council Borrows ,L For Schoo·I Bills 1 ! . . . I .. . Pierce Bridge '51', Problem Studied - I ICity Asks -Ruling On Council Post 1 ~ Boards Schedule r Routine Meetings I ,.· �1School Budget 005 • .Barred by Co un . \2, I 1Board~Sought $5,200 foPay feacher Wages 'Portsmouth's .school board, which had its hand in the municipal till, confident of lifting $5,200 to cover teachers' salary increases, had its flngen1 caught last night when 'a determined cltf council slammed the cas'h drawer shut and sternly ad· vised the school depa.rtment to practice frugality. Frequently displaying a leaning ,toward economy during the two1hour lively session, the council unanimously adopted City Manager Edward C. Peterson's recommendation• that the school board's request !or a supplementary budget be deJlied and curtly informed the board that it must raise the money from i own record budget. Peterson's report, which v.·u accepted without discussion, pointed out that the school board has "suft1c1ent" money in its 1949 budget to absorb the additional $5,200. • • • EMPHASIZING THAT the $5,200 1a only 1% of the entire $547,981 l school department budget, Peterson suggested that the board "practice economies" within the department In order to raise the money, Peterson reported: "I w1.!h to make It clear that I am 1n favor of increased achool teachers' salaries, but I !eel, at thLs time, due to the !act that the sum 1s 110 small, that }he school budget 1s sufficient to meet additional ex- penses." The school department's request was not , the only one denied by the economy-minded councilmen. They also referred back to City Manager Peterson a proposed expenditure of $45,000 !or fire and highway department equipment and repair, to the municipal incinerator. ••• • PETERSON HAD recommended the.t $15,000. of the bond issue be used !or a new 500 to 750-gallon tire department pumper; $15,000 for 'highway department equipment, including two trucks; and the remaining $15,000 !or Incinerator repaJrs. But Peterson was advised to study the prop()Sed purchases-further a.!ter cahncllmen Rola.net I. Noyes, Mary C. Dondero and John Leary argued that the council should have more 1in!ormatlon about the condition of _pre.,811lt eq~pment. Mayor Cecil M, Neal read a letter from Fire Chief George T. Cogan who explained that he has been asking for a new pwnper for the past seven years. Cogan pointed out that most of the present equipment ranges from 11 to 32 years old. The condition of highway equipment was stressed In a letter from Public Works Supt. Nat S. Stevens who Insisted that some of his vehicles are In "very tough shape." Stevens also explained that the sewer department lacks a pump and Is forced to use one assigned to the wat.er department. He described this as "poor practice." &tevens called for purchase of an additional snow loader to "greatly speed up work In outside areas." • • • MRS. DONDERO URGED that a special council committee be appointed to study the proposed purchases and added, "I don't think it's necessary to spend so much money when most of the work In the highway department Is handled by contractors," Her stand was debated by Councilman Noyes who maintained, "I don't agree with the council member, we can't be using obsolete equipment and do our work right. Let's go Into it more thoroughly before turning it down," Councilman Leary ·took a similar stand and said, " I think a lot of money 1s Involved In this matter and It should be given more tr.ought." The ,council remained In an economical mood as Mayor Neal read a warrant from the county treasurer Informing the city that It must pay $129,174 as Its share of the county tax. • • • THE COUNCIVS feeling toward the warrant was exemplified by Mayor Neal's remark, "This one Is kind of sad," The tax warrant was accompanied by a reminder from City Manager Peterson that the city must raise another $13,000 because the council originally estimated the tax as $116,000. The council accepted Peterson's suggestion that the warrant and the $13,000 appropriation be held In abeyance until the city determines whether the State legislature wlll continue to slash appropriations to municipalities. "We may have to raise another 1 $48,000 It the Leglslatw·e deprives us of our state aid to education, so let's wait awhile," Peterson advised, So, the county tax bill was laid ori the table. .. . ,. the council kept a close watch on the municipal treasury but there were several Instances where the city fathers had to dip into the cash drawer to finance street repairs and other projects, The council gave a green light to the Pleasant street repair job and appropriated an aditional $2,000 from the Maplewood avenue bridge allocation and awarded a contract to the John Iafolla construction company which had bid $21,745 for the work which will start within 30 days. The council originally appropriated $20,000 for the work , The only other bid was $29,059 offered by the Landers and Griffin, Inc., contracting firm, also of Portsmouth. There was no discussion on the fund transfer and contract award. The council spent another $5,850 to provide a water line extension to the New Hampshire Public Service company's new plant off Gosling road. FOR MOST PART But Mrs. Dondero continued her arguments ood added, "We're not supposed to lake care or the state's needs here !n Portsmouth. We do enough for the county," The council, however, took no ac- ' tion on Mrs, Dondcro's clemand , Another Item whirl! occupied considerable council Interest was a petition trom 251 Sherburne area residents asking that a. playground be established In the rear or the Sherburne school to replace thl! recreation area removed for construction of the new slnle toll road. Mrs, Dondero again look the slate to task on this Issue, blaming 1t for the lack of a playground for ll1Q I Sherburne area children , "The state wiped out the playground and It should repla ce it," Mrs, Dondero conwnrled, • • • ... CITY J\IANAGElt Peterson said he believed It would c1Jst between $25,000 and $30,000 lo till In an area In the rear of lhe schc,ol for a playgr~und, The c:ouncll referred the will contribute petition to Peterson tor a atudy I $2,600 toward the project. Peterson and report. explained that the city can use $4,In othe:r acUon, the council Jlmited, 095 In unexpended bond Issues and traffic on the Pierce Island bridge sign a note with the company for to .six ton.s. Recently the council 1 the balance of $1,670, The finn closed the bridge to all traffic but would be repaid by the city In reversed its decision after City Manwater bill crect,lts until the addi- ager Peterson ruled that It was safe tlonal $1 ,670 is met. for at least six tons. Peterson recommended the water The council also accepted a report line installation "due to the fact that the company's Schiller station from the stale highway department represents the largest piece of tax- estimating rn1inlr work on lhe Pierce Island bridge at $31,750; and repairs able property In the city," . The subject of municipal funds to the Memorial bridge approach at eX'!)loded later In the meeting when $21,000. councilman Dondero protested that Part or the meeting was devoted the city Is allowing the state health to this my~tery; department to use the local Health "Who took the gravel from Center "free of charge," "Who gave the state permission Charles Dodge's gravel pit?" to use the center and deprive us City Manager Peterson said the of revenue? They paid for office ! problem arose after he received a space In Exeter. Why can't they ; blll from Dodge, who lives on Greenpay us for It?" Mrs. Dondero de- · land road, stating that the city had 1 removed about 2,500 cubic yards of mantled. She was answered by City Man- gravel from his pit during 1945 and\ ager Peterson who explained that 1946, he gave the state permission to Although no record of the incluse the structure because "they dent could be found In municipal could find no other place to locate." records, Peterson said he thought Peterson said they were allowed to that Dodge should be paid $750 for move Into the center on a "tern- 1 the dirt. porary basis," Councilman Dondero asked: "We can ask them to move any"Who took It? Did the city of time we please If we find we can Portsmouth take the gravel?" rent It to someone else," the city • • • manager added. THE I TUE UTJLITY • • • said he conferred with Dr. S. Gerard Grlff1n, city physician, and Dr, Mary M, Atchinson of the state health department, and decided that the department's presence here In Portsmouth was "more beneficial than receiving rent." PETERSON �City Seeks Bids~~ On Street Repa1ri>, Co~ncil Faced~4 With Problem of 13 Granted the Lions club use of expln.lned tlrn.t bhe municipal band stand and Dodge's c,.aim stated only that it , Junior high school field. was the city, Granted the Gold Star Mothers , Finally, the matter was referred association permission to hold a The dty will receive bids July 5 ; to City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart tag day Saturday, Aug. 13. for the $18,000 Pleasant street re, after Councilman Margeson sa.i d he Granted the Portsmouth Shelter rpalr project, City Manager Edward couldn't understand why the c.tty for Small Animals permlsslon to C. Peters:m announced today. hnd not received the bill before. hold a tnp: drty Aup:. 6. Peterson said Public Works SUIJ)t. The council alw passed two new Accepted an announcement from Nat S. Stevens has drawn up speciordinances-one of which wlll pro- MAyor Neal that the army engineers Portsmouth's city council, which vide an estimated 10 % salary Infications for the project and they wlll hold a public henring here July passed a record-high 1949 budget crease for 15 munlclpa.l officers and will be advertised later this month. 12 on proposed Improvements in of $1,384,079 several months &go, employes and the other will revise Peterson added that the work Is exPortsmouth harbor and the Plscatawill consider a $61;807 supplemenpresent legislation pertaining to pected to take approximately two qu!l river. tary budget at a regular meeting general residences and give the months. Increased \,he pension of Miss at 7 tonight in the city hall council authority to limit construcThe repair project wil\ extend from Hannah Fernald, retired librarian, council chambers. tion to four classes. Court to Marcy streets. The street . from $690 to $1,000 annually, and acRequested by City Manager EdAfter passing the zoning ordicepted a suggestion from Council- surface will be torn up and a clay ward C. Peterson, the additional nance, the council received a petibase removed. The clay will be reman Dondero that an unidentified budget is needed to finance school tion from S. Gordon Task for perplaced by gravel and then the street , 1 expenses and the city's slhare of• mission to erect 32 two-family will be re-topped. The curbs also Rockingham county taxes. retired teacher also recieve an inhouses In the Spinney road area. will be re-lined. The city originally anticipated crease in pension. The council accepted the petition Meanwhile, Superintendent Ste• • • and referred it to the planning vens has reported that Myrtle ave- : $48,807 in state aid to schools but was deprived of It by the 1949 HEARD !\IRS. DONDERO'S com- nue wlll be re-surfaced Monday. board. General C:JUrt. The city also plan·• plaint that the highway department Stevens also said that his workers ned on a county tax of $116,000 but had "failed'' to repair a Hanover are Installing a new bottom on the LATER, JIIRS. DONI1ERO offered nn amendment to the sn.Jary ordin- street set of stairs d:imaged. by a municipal swimming pool on Pierce 1, later discovered that it must pay an add.itlo::ml $13,00o.· Portsmouth's an ce providing !or payment to po- snow plow. Island. The pool will open Monday. total share of $129,179 is at least lice officers for election day work. A new working schedule for em- / Congratulated Marshal Lincl1ey 31 % of the entire county levy. ployes at the city yard also was anMrs. Dondero said her plan would on his new appointment. • • • I nounced by Stevens. He said the pay the policemen $8 a day. They Voted to "drop a line·' to CouncilCITY MANAGER Peterson ha.s new hours will be from 7 am to 12 · are not paid for election work unman Thomas H. slmes who is m. Indicated that the 1948 tax rate of der present ordinances, she said. I noon and 1 to 5 pm Monday through $41.70 may be boosted from $2 to Thursday. The working hours will Tiie council took no nction on her Voted to pny Charles H. Walker $2.50 Lr he finds that taxation is nmcndmrnl; pending a conference and nnlph W. Junkins $1,500 for be from 12 to 4 pm Friday. the only means of raising · the adbetween the councll and City Mar- approximately seven acres of land ditional . $61,807 budget. He also has shal William J. Lincl1ey. i adjacent to the municipal dump, - - -·· indicated, 'however, that Increased the money to come from the conA planned centennial celebration property valuations may absorb the In Portsmouth suffered another set- tingent fund. extra budget. i Referred to City Manager Peterback when Mrs. Dondero, chairman _, Other items on tonight's agenda i of the councll's centennial com- son a proposal thnt a plot of citywhich may incite discussion in-! mittee, reported that her group had owned land, a park, street or muTh it elude: , ' met several times but was reluctant nicipal development be named in e c Y council may consider a Petition from the c. H. Sprague , to proceed with plans because there honor of Frank Zangari, former supp'.ementary 1949 budget at a & Son coal co., of Boston to in- ' wns "no enthusiasm in the city" over navy bnndsman and local resident. meetmg next week, !Jl_ty Manager · stall oil storage. tanks near the new Authorized the Piscataqua Rifle the idea. Edward C. Peterson said today. I Mercury plant off Gosling road. and Revolver club to use the old A communication from Laurans . _ Peterson said present· indlcatioru:i Petition from the consolidated nnd Company Advertising Enter- : gravel pit at the Plains as a tarI a1e that the <Jlty may have to ralse : Plumbing & Heating co., to demonprises of New York, which offered to get range. a~ ,additional $61,800 to cover the , strate oil burners and coal stokers in 1 • • • handle the celebration at "no· cost . city s share of the county tax and · Market s_q uare. ' ' ; APPitOVED INSTALLATION of to the city," was accepted a.nd placed stat~ aid to education which the Petition from six Jones avenue re~ , a street light on Deer street. file. , \ sldents for extension of a water i Granted use of the Community state legislature has slashed. • • • The, city manager said the $61,800 main. ' THE LAURANS Flltl\f outlined , Crnter to the Daniel Webster Boy Petition from Walter ward for several phns including publication Scout counc1! in October if the or- would represent an increase of , transfer of a taxi permit now owned or a special centennial observation , ganization accepts an invitation about $2 in the city's tax rate. "But It_ all depends on what the by Leslie D. Hopkins. . ) , edition; parade; field day of sports ' from Portsmouth area scout offii for boys and girls; a "Miss Ports- cials to hold its annual meeting state legislature doe~ before ad- ·~ Petition from Mrs. Valerie Task journment this week,' Peterson ex- for a taxi stand In front of the mouth of 1949" beauty contest; , here. · comfort station on Porter street. dnnces; boat races; the cutting of Referred to City Manager Peter- plamed. a huge birthday cake a.t city hall; Communication from Atty. Gen. son and Fire Chief Cogan a peti\: an c,5srty contest; and a possible William L. Phinney concerning a tion from the Brooks Motor Sales, · visit here of tJhe mayor of Portssuccessor · to former Councilman i Inc., for permission to store and mouth, England. Linchey. · .\ sell gasoline on the Interstate highAnother municipal promotion way near the Maplewood avenue stunt also was washed on 'the rocks overpass. by a wave of disinterest on the part Approved Installation of a teleAccepted a letter from the planof the council. The councilmen phone pole on Cutts street. ning board suggesting that the petiI placed on file a request from the Authorized the city manager to tion of Clifford Marshall for permisMeterad Corporation of Pasadena, advertise for bids on three parcels of sion to sell grnnlte products rut the Tex., for permission to erect small city-owned land at the request of corner of Austin and Summer streets blllboards on the shafts of the city's Ernest Weeks of 71 Madison street, be referred to the boa!l'd of adjustCity Manager Edward C. Peterson · 300 pa,rklng meters. Vito P. Massaro and CharlflS J. ' ment. today said $35,116 has been collected · The council agreed, however, to Griffin. from automoblle registration fees. Accepted the' monthly report of ask the Chamber of Commerce to Approved a petition from the local Plumbing Inspector Clement R. Peterson said he expects that at,< poll local merchants on the meter- Internal Revenue office for perinis- Moulton arid a oheck for $39. least $5,000 more will be turned ov!)r ad plan. sion to install a sign on Fleet street. to the city's t;easury before the end • • • In other business the council: • • • of the year. ACCEPTED A LETTER from APPROVED A PETITION from P. Referred to the airport commisPeterson pointed out that he and First air force headquarters, Fort sion a request for a picnic area S. Hendrickson of the American Oil Slocum, N. Y ., Informing the counthe city council estimated in the Co., for permission to revise a sign o.djacent to the airport. 1949 budget that $35,000 would be cil that the army no longer needs Approved a petition from E, L. located on Islington street between 1 the local airport for training. fort'hcom1ng. . P11terson nnd Son to enter a sewer Pearl and Rock streets. Accepted a letter from the Old Referred to the city manager a 11t 221 Middle road. Home Week association requesting petition from nine Boyd road area • • • cooperation during the organiation's residents requesting sewer facilities DENIEn PETITIONS from the 50th anniversary celebration nex•t Elks lodge and the Whizzer Motor "In the Interest of better public month. I Bike club for permission to erect , health and to improve living con- Accepted an invitation from Pis: stands In the business district and ' ditlons In our neighborhood." cataqua Disabled American Veter~"II chances. ans ohapter to attend the annual installation of officers at 8 pni July 11. MAYO_l\ NEAL Raising $61,807 I . . t' Council to Stud. Revenue NeedS"' i5 1 on Auto Registration Tops $35,000 ~\,\s I ------------ �... Re.duction in Tax ate ~inted by 'Peterson At Council Session -Cut ·ot .SO Cents expected Despj!e GRANTED THE New Hampshire Oas & Electric Co., permission to uiie city-owned 1and at the foot of Daniels street to 11tore ll(lUlpmMt to be used In converting the company'!! bol1ers from coal to oil. Referred to City Manager Peterson requests from Mrs. F . E. Butler of 469 Marcy street and Mrs. Joseph Mills of 25 Winter street to purchase city-owned land. Granted permission to the local catholic Youth Organization to conduct a bicycle race and parade sept. 17. t Referred to City Manager Pe er• son, City solicitor Arthur J. ~elnl There wa.!I Uttle discussion of the will be a 1 % discount on taxes paid hart and Fire Chief George 'I. Coon or before Sept. 20; a 20-cent as$62,729 supplementary budget during gan a request from Atty. Leo Llber1 last night's meeting. The council, sessment on each bill paid after 1 san counsel for Howard s. Cosgrove ~ 1 •. l l • : which apparently expects a lower Nov. 1; and 6 % Interest on all payof Boston, for permission to Install ments after Dec. 1. tax rate, showed no surprise over a 2 ooo-gallon underground fuel The council moved to present Peterson's announcemelllt. The city's tnnk' ln the rear of the McIntosh lawmakers scheduled a public hear- Public works Supt. Nat S . Stevens bul1ding on Porter street. a $500 raise, retroactive to last Jan. ing for the budget on Aug. 17. Referred to the board of adjustPeterson announced that $13,179 1. If the proposed ordinance, which ment a request from the C. H. ot the proposed supplementary bud- wlll be given a public ai~·ing Aug. Sprngue a.nd Son Coal company of , Is approved, the sRlary of Stevens get will be used to help finance the 17 Boston for permission to Install two Portsmouth has the ha.ppy pros- city's share of the county tax. The will be boosted from $3,500 to $4,pect today of a po&lble decrease council originally planned on e. 000 per year. At present he 1·ecelves 96 0OO-baiTel oil tanks near the new m~rcury plant. bet.ween Woodbury 1n last year'a tax ra.te of $41.70, county tax of $116,000 but later dis$1 750 annually as head of the water avenue and the Plscat.aqua river. despite · a record-high municipal covered that the city must pay a d;partment and an additional $1,750 Denied e. petition from the Conbudget, the lOSB of nearly $50,000 total of $129,179-31 % of the entire as highway department superintenaolldated Plumbing & Heating com1n state school a.Id, • a:nd a . sub- county tax. dent. Under the proposed ordinance pany of 116 Vaughan street for per,s ta.ntlal lncreMe · in the cltY's share he will receive $2,000 annually from The additional budget also inmission to demonstrate o!l burners of the Rockingham County tax bill. cludes a. $48,807 appropriation for each department. and coal stokers on Market square. · That possibility was advanced school needs. The city expected to • • • Referred to City Manager Peterlast night by City Manager EdA RULING from Atty. Gen. Wilreceive that amount In state aid son a petition trom six Jones avenue ward O. Peterson a-S the city council liam L. Phinney, concerning a suc-1 took initial steps to pass a. sup- to schools but was deprived of it . cessor to former Councilman Wil- residents requesting extension of a by Gov. Sherman Adams and the water main on that a.venue a~ e. plementary budget ·of $62,729 to liam J. Llnchey was accepted and 1949 General Court who trimmed the precaution against the "increasing meet deficiencies In the annual placed on file, amid indications that entire state school appropriation menace" of the municipal dump. budget estimates. the council will leave the post vafrom an original $2,500,000 down to • • • "The 1949 tax rate will be at $400,000. Portsmouth will receive no cant until the November election. HEARD A REQUEST from forleast equal to or maybe less than Phinney said tha,t state statutes part of the $400,000, either. mer Mayor Albert Hislop that the last yea.r's figure," Peterson Inempower the council to call a special • • • councU remove the municipal dump formed the council at the close o! election In the ward where the va• THE REMAINING $743 of the "menace." &· three-hour regula.r ses.slon. cancy exists. But since Portsmouth's supplementary budget will be allo• • Received a suggestion from Atty.\ councilmen serve "at large," and cated for a police retirement sysHarold M. SmLth that the city authALTHOUGH PETERSON did a city-wide election would have to tem assessment. orl:ia1 issuance of a new deed for not elaborate on hia tax plant at be held, Phinney suggested that the property off Woodbury avenue '1ut ~t•a meeting, 1t was learned vacancy be left unfilled un tll this Peterson's plan to use $30,000 of owned by the estate of the late unofficially that the 1949 rate will fall. the surplus account for the suppieJohn Smith, to replace a lost deed . a,t least · SO cents leas than the In other action, the council also Denied a petition from the First 1948 figure. A majority of New mentary budget, leaving $32.729 to set Aug. 17 as the date for a public be raised by taxatlan was criticized Pentecostal church for pe1missiO'n am~lre towru1 have been forced. hearing on a proposed ordinance I by Councilman Mary C. Dondero to preach the Gospel on a Portsto boost their tax rate., this year which would provide payment to who claimed that "only" $29,253 mouth street corner. • due to.a slash in state aid to munipolice officers who are stationed ~t would remain in surplus funds. Referred to City Marshal William cipalities by the Legislature and the polls during elections. The ordl· increased budgets. nance passed a first reading at last , l J. Llnchey a request from Walter J. "The State Tax commission has Reason for th~ possible cut In always advised us to keep at least month's meeting. 1 ward, Jr., that the taxi permit of Leslie D. Hopkins be transferred to thJs year's rate is an increase of S50,000 In surplus funds but if the approximately $2,000,000 in property him. commission Is agreable to It I guess • • • valu&tlcms and use of a $58,253 · It will be all right with me," she f DENIEO A PE'fl'J'ION from Mrs. revenue 11\ll'!Plus account to finant:e told Peterson. Valerie Tusk for permission to one-half of the additional $62,729 Six requests permission to maintain a taxi stand In front of the At the same time, Mrs. DO'Ildero budset. ' erect lllgns In various sections of municipal comfort :,Lotion on Porcriticized the state education deThe $2,000,000 increase 1n Talus.• the city topped the city council's tions resulted from new construcpartment for falltng to allocate any list of routine business at la.st night's ter street. tion, including the New Hampshire Denied, "with regret," a request part of the $400,000 to Portsmouth. meeting. Public · Service company's mercury from the Plscataqua Fish and Gal)'le She alleged the move was "a poliplant whioh 1s expected, to cost $5,Referred to City Manager EdClub, Inc., for a municipal approtical maneuver" and called for an 000,000 when completed. The . boost investigation of the action. ward a. Peterson were petitions priation of $60 to help finance a from the World Wide Glf.t Shop 111 a.ppraisals also climaxes a drive by "Better Fishing Rodeo" Aug. 27 at • • • ~teraon. and the board pf assessors THE ONLY council member to at 88 Fleet street; Earle S. PhilGreenland. w eq.~Uze Por-tsmoot'h's valuatiorui speak during dlscusslO'Il of the bud- brook of the Folsom-Salter House Accepted the quRrterly report of w1th 1,h1»e recorded by the SIAl.te. , get, Mrs. Dondero reminded the at 130 Oourt street; James F. McCity Marshal Llnchey. Griff o! 14 Sheafe street, for a sign Tax ~ o n at Conoord. · Accepted a report from City Soll• council that she "predicted" an In.) at 25 Penhallow stTeet; Charles S. cltor Reinhart concerning plans of crease 1n the county tax during conGerrish, for a sign at 51 Islington . THE TAX COMMISSION, which the army air force to cancel !ts prlvsideration of the original 1~9 budstreet; Sherman P. Newton, for a oonducted an independent survey of get. sign In front of the Kea.rsarge local, pi:operty, haa, set its valuation l\ llege to use the municipal airport "I warned you then that more hotel at 104 Congress street; and of Portsmouth• a.t, $32,000,000, But for training purposes. money was needed for the county Accepted the monthly report of the valuation I eatabllshed by, the tax but additional funds were not Councilman Mary C. Dondero, for a .sign near 94 Pleasant street. Plumbing Inspector Clement R. board of assessors ill expected to fall voted," Mrs. Dondero added. 1 Moulton and his check for $4.50. In other routine business the ,short of the state figure by approxi- 1 While passing the extra budget council: n:iate1y_$4,ooo,ooo._:.....,__,___ ~-· for a first reading, the council also Granted Harry Halprin pennlsestablLsohed a discount rate and dates on real estate taxes. There slon to erect an awning at 123 Daniels street. in , Boost in Budget ~ • I Council~ B_JJsiness /j _. . l I . ... ... �ACCErT~ . A REPOltT from Dog Ot!lcef Joseph J. Perrault. I Peterson Raps Education Slash, Sees Tax Boost 41 ~ .Court Collects c1\)'lq /Poll Tax Drive -~ - Approved a claim from Mrs. Edith Wendell Osborne of 46 1 street for $60.22 in repairs 1a fLivermore to & fence between the Pleasant Portsmouth's V'igorous drive to Street cemetery and her property. collect delinquent poll taxes has \ Passed for I\ third reading an netted $474 In 10 days, City Auditor Portsmouth municipal court fines ordinance scLUng the n.unual salWllfred E. Young reported today. in 56 overloaded truck cases today ary of the inspector of wires and More than 9,000 bills, representpoles at $600. reached the $6,600 mark for 1949 ing approximately $50,000, were . Approved a 60-day extension of New Hampshire cities and towns with the conviction of six more mailed out last week and since then municipal notes with the Merchants were "sold down the river and left drivers and one trucking firm owner !several hundred persons have conNational Bank of Boston because high and dry" by state legislators as state police continued a vigorous . tacted Tax Collector J. Warren of the late adjournment of the who voted for slashes in state edu- ' crackdown on transportation trafSomerby. ' General Court. cation appropriations, City Man- !fie along 'Lafayette road. City officials expect to collect at Accepted a report from City ager Edward C. Peterson charged Today's arraignment brought the least $25,000 as a result of the Manager Peterson authorizing city today RS the city council was faced number of cases in April to 35 and campaign. highway employes to repair the with the problem of raising a $61,• boosted the total fines for this step.s of Ray C. Payette of 324 Han- 807 supplementary budget. month to $3,575. Six drivers and . over street • which were damaged 1 Peterson's verbal spankiug of the firms paid a total of $1,025 In March; by a municipal snow plow last Legislature came on the heels of al} seven were fined $1,150 In February; winter. announcement by the State Tax and eight were fined $850 in JanuVoted to transfer to tJ1e Cathocommission that Portsmouth will re- ary. Each violator also was assessed 11c diocese of Manchester a deed to ceive no part of the $400,000 appro- ·at least $4.70 In court costs. city-owned property at 14 Mechanic · priated for stnte aid to schools. • • street. · OF THE $6,600 collected thus far • • • The planning board has approved this year, $600 will be placd In the PORTSI\IOUTII ORIGINALLY exa proposal by City Manager Edward pected to receive at least $48,807 iu city treasury while the remaining C. Peterson calling for changes In state education fw1ds but this hope $5,940 will be transferred . to the city ordinances governing general faded after Gov. Sherman Adams state motor vehicle department. The , residence districts. city receives 10% of all traffic fines I and the Legislature trimmed the Meeting Monday night, the board proposed sollool bill from $2,500,000 while the state ls given 90%. accepted Peterson's plan which Fines have ranged from $25 to down to $400,000. would allow dwellings · conslsbing of Portsmouth's 1949 valuation has Now the city council must raise as high as $400 during the past four variously numbered family units to months, depending on the seriousbeen lncrcas<>d by $2,000,000, City $48,807 to cover the expected state be constructed In a general residence Manager Edward C. Peterson an- aid to schools as well as an addi- ness of the violation and past court district. records of the defendants. noun.ced today as he continued tional $13,000 for Portsmouth's share Present ordinances provide that • • • .study of municipal finances in an of the county tax. The council origiup to a four-family single unit may OPERATORS arraigned today inattempt to lower the $41.70 tax rate. nally appropriated $116,000 for be constructed In a general resi1 Peterson said the local board of county tax but discovered another cluded Joseph H. Riley, Jr., of 250 dence district; Arlington street, West Medford, assessOTs have set this yea,r's valua- $1.3,000 was needed after the city , But under Peterson's proposal use tion at $28,000,000. Last yeax's figure, received -a county tax bill of $129,• Mass., $125; Harry Remis of 141 of the district would be restricted to wWch brought a $41.70 tax rate, was 179-at least 31 % of the entire coun- Lynnfield street, Peabody, Mass., one of three classes designated by $26,000,000. ty levy. the city council. The classes would be $100; Blynn R. Jones of 4 Marcous The city manager agah1 indicated If the council finds U!at taxation street, watervllle, Me., $50; Joseph 1, for a single two-family unit: 2, that the 1949 tax rate will remain is the onyl way to raise the $61,807 Mozzone of 192 County fitreet, Taunfor a single three-famlly unit; and equal to or be less than the 1948 supplementary budget, City Mana- ton, Ma.ss .. $75; Kenneth E. Rice of 3, for a single four-family unU. rate. Unofficially, It was learned ger Peterson said the tax rate may 9 Liberty street, Portland, $125; and The board also made plans for a •that the 1949 tax rate may be at be increased from $2 to $2.50 over Michael A. Pandiscio of 39 Eliza- • new city zoning marp which had last year's figure of $41.70. least 50 cents lower than last year. beth .street, Fitchburg, Mass., $75. 1 been suggested by City Sollcitor Peterson said the "adjustment" of • • • Arthur J. Reinhart. The board wlll The Naclrema Operating Co., of ask Fred Spencer, state· highway "IF WE ARE FORCED to Invaluatlon.s with those or the state resulted In an avernge increase of crease the tax rate local property 177 Milk street, Boston, was fined departm'ent engineer, to assist them 2½~. i owners will have no one but the $75 for c~uslng an overloaded truck with the chart. "That doesn't mean t,hat all state legislator to blame. The law- to be operated on Lafayette road. Portsmouth valuations were inmakers who voted !or slashes in All defendants pleaded guilty and I creased by 2½ %," Peterson added, appropriations to cities and towns each was assessed $4.70 in court •• "It means U!at the property valuadid not have our welfare at heart," costs. tions boosted are 2½% more." Peterson said. During yesterday's court session, The city manager said that $1,Clinton o. Ward of RFD 2, Carmel, I Peterson continued: "':)i,. 'I,~ 300,000 of the Increase was assessed Me., was fined $50 and $4.70 costs I · Harry Winebaum of 312 Miller "I would like to stress, however, to the New Hampshire Public Service that the entire Legislature ls not after pleading guilty to a similar avenue, local news agency owner, company'• mercury plant. at fault. It's only the lawmakers charge. has been appointed to the city counwho failed to carry out the wishes cll's personnel advisbry board to of the taxpayers." succeed Leslie C. Manning of 139 The city manager maintained Thornton street who recently resigned. that taxes on income · and sales should have been levied as well as The appointment was announced increa.~ed taxes on tobacco and by City Clerk Elleen D. Foley. She .:-:t l <t:} liquor "to relieve the tax burden of I said she was notified of It by Nathan Billi for taxe.s on real ·estate and U1e property owner." H. Wells, who was recently reapstock In trade may be In the mails Peterson insisted that If the city pointed to the board by City Manaby the middle of July. ls forced to raise the additional $61,ger Edward C. Peterson. The tWrd · Olty M1mager Edward 0. Petermember is Michael A. Barrett. son .said today that he has instructa'o~budget by taxation, lo;:1- p;~_ Under the city charter the council ed the useMora and the tax colperty owners "will suffer." and Peterson each have authority to lector to meat a tentative July U • • • name one member. The third memdeadline. · "BUT IF NEW TAXES were anber ls appointed by the other two The ·manager reported that 1949 proved and the present levies i;1members. / MSeMmenta are nearly completed creased everyone would share the cape from an Increased tax rate. but the tax rate will not be known tax headaches-not just the prqper- Last year's $41.70 rate was based on until the ar;se.ssor.s have checked ty owner," he added. a municipal evaluation of $26,000,their appr11lsa.l figures with the The city manager said he will 000. State tax comml.sslon In Concord. study "two or three" possible ways But the state tax comm1ss1on to keep the tax rate at t,he present thinks that Portsmouth's real esfigure and offer them to the clt-y fate should be valued at $32,000,000 ' council at Thlll'sday night's meeting. this year, an lncre,a.,;e of $6,000,000 Peterson said an Increase in over the total set by the board of Portsmouth's property valuation assessors last year. However, this may offer at least one avenue of es- year's total evaluation will depend on ~he undlsclooed appraisals by 1 the local board . $6,600 in ·Fines on Overloaded Trucks ·Nets $474 Here Planning Board ~ Approves Change In Housing Rule • City's Valuation Up Two Million i ------------------ 'J Winebaum· Picked For Local Board Local Tax Bills Expected in July I ..-.--------....a.----- . I �!et the Chips €all. •• tny!J' I . 10-Man Recreation Board Will Be Na~~cl for City lb There is an old proverb which says, "The best carpenters make the fewest chips." And applying this principle -to a certain situation in ·city hall, we can no longer mainCity Manager Edward C. Peter- will nominate a recreational directain that Mrs. Eileen D. Foley is the best kind of city clerk son today announced plans for es- tor for Peterson's final approval. tor Portsmouth. • • • tabllshmeni of a 10-man recreation 'l'llE BOARD of directors will take board and subsequent appointment The "chips" in this case are the "on-the-shoulder" vaof a full-time recreational director over the duties• of the present rec:riety, and they have fallen with annoying and demoraliz- for Portsmouth. reaUon commission which has been Inactive since Peterson's admii.lstraing abandon as City Councilman Mary C. Dondeto has con.said the board wlll plan tive code first was presented to the tinued to wield her political ax within the council-man- a Peterson city-wide recreation program; council. The duties of the new dlrec- , ager · government--Often for the protective benefit of her supervise public playgrounds, athle- tor will Include those now handled d~ughter, the city clerk ~erself. tic fields, the Community Center by Francis T. Malloy who Is a partdirector. . The recent controversy over the disposition of fees col- and ofaer recreation facilities and time The directors must be residents of lected by city officers only points up the problem that has activities controlled by the city. Peterson's administrative code, Portsmouth and will serve without cQnfronted City Manager Edward C. Peterson and other now under consideration by the city pay. Each member will serve a members of the municipal government. It shows too council, provides for the recreation three-year term, except the nine clearly that Mrs. Dondero 1s fighting a battle of family, as board. But Peterson said he would who are first appointed. Three will serve for three years, three for two create the board under a temporary well as political, interests in her service on the council. years and three for one year. Peterregulation pending the council's adson will serve as a member ex-offiMrs. Foley, of course, cannot be held responsible for the option of the code. cio. political behavior of her mother, except to the point where l . •• The board will elect !ls own chair• THE CITY J\IANAGER said the her own activities and attitude reflect those parental prejuman and hold at least one regular board will be appointed "as soon as dices. That is just where the city clerk has failed. meeting a month. possible" to avoid delay in planning Peterson said a salary for the Should the city manager choose to make a change in a municipal recreation program for recreational director has not been the city clerk's office- and there can be little doubt about the summer. esta bllshed. Peterson said his first step will be ,his desires, as has been noted here more than once-Mrs. to compile a list of the various miliFoley has only herself and her mother to blame. , . tary, fraternal, church and athletic When Mrs. Dondero was elected to the city council and I organizations which will be request- Recreation HeaJ; Mrs. Foley was ,retained on the job acquired during her ! ed to nominate one member each. Naming Delayed When the nominations have been mother's previous regime as mayor, the family relationship Appointment or a full-time recremade, Peterson said he wlll then was more a handicap than a boon to the clerk, especially un- screen the potential members and ation director has been delayed and Francis T. Malloy will continue as ,der the political feeling which then prevailed. make appointments. The board later part-time director throughout the • But Mrs. Foley had demonstrated the kind of ability summer, CiLy Manager Edward C. that indicated she could survive the test, and even offset the , Peterson said today. complications a doting mother might cause. On that Peterson said the appointment will not be made until a JO-man basis, it seemed grossly unfair to replace her simply berecreation board Is ~elected. The cause of fan_lily reasons. . city manager said that the board The former effectiveness of the present clerk has been will nominate the recreation director for final approval by Peterson. · considerably impaired, however, by the subsequent develPeterson expressed belief that tl;)e opment of the mother-daughter relationship in municipal director will as.sume his duties surroundings. The board or adjustment last ·•sometime this full." Various Portsnight approved for the second time mouth orgn niza lions have been reAlthough any action or proposal concerning the city a petition from Alfred B. Crosman riucstcd by Prler&on t.o nominate cle:,;k's office is the legitimate business of the council, Mrs. asking permission lo operate R con\ mcmbcrll ot the r1:c.:reatlon board. Dondero has pursued it with passionate and seemingly valescent home at 112 Highland personal concern, Her defense has been fought each time street. The action followed a public With au tlle fervo~ of a mother protecting her daughter's · hearing on the petition. Previously, welfare. the board had approved Crosman's • As for Mrs. Foley, her attitudes, if not activities, have petition and then discovered that been closely hinged to her mother's points of view and she It was required by law to hold a hearing. has carried a "mother knows best" obedience to awkward Although no one appeared to oflimits within the city hall. . fer active objection to the Crosman Portsmouth's new board of adTlle 'displeasure which she so openly feels toward the l request, a small group of residents justment held an organization _ -present management of the city government would .seem I in the area asked the board for "asmeeting at the city council cham-· ' · surance" that there will be no to make it lmpossible for her to give the utmost in heartbers last night and elected Laurfelt earnestness to her job. This poses a serious problem to t "commercialization" or the area. • • • ence o. Peyser or 557 Union street the city manager, for the clerk is a key officer of the city. THE SPEAICERS Included Morris chairman. ;: Although this will be readily recognized as a direct re- C. Foye of 99 Broad street; John E. Mrs. John C. Sullivan ' of 188 versal of attitude on the part of The Herald, we readily Seybolt of 70 Highland street · Perclaim, without .fear of contradiction, that these columns civa,l C. Sides of 178 Hl~hland , Summer street was chosen secrestreet; Eleanor E. Leary of 168 ~~re as open to retraction as to praise or condemnation. tary of the five-man board. Highland street and Sarah M. Ham . Boord Approves Highland Stree~t, Convalescent Site j Adjustment Board .Organizes Here y,t'{l · ·City Clerk lists ,59 Births Here :Births, Deaths:r(,J5 Show Increase \ An Increase in births, deaths and marriages in June was reported today by City Clerk Eileen D. Foley. Oity Clerk Eileen D. Foley today She said there were 57 births, 10 reported there were 59 births, 39 more than in May; 24 deaths, an marriages, and 19 deaths in Ports- increase of five over the previous mouth last month. mouth; and 44 maniages, 12 more than in May. There were 210 marriages, 308 births, and 112 deaths during the · first six months of this year. \J '" "- ------------ of 202 Highland street. After the hearing, the board agreed to hold a public hearing on June 14 at 7 pm to consider a petition from the New Hampshire Gas and Electric company for permission to erect a 15,000-banel fuel oil storage tank on its Bow street property. In Its first action, the board approved a petition from Alfred P. Crosman for permission to operate a convalescent home for aged women at the former Ladd residence on Highland street. �.,1' Recreation Board Disposal Plant, R,lay Area Directors· Named~~ On Pie rce lsla~d Weighed : Appointment or a nine-member recrootion board of directors wa.s anounced today by Cl~y Me.nager Edward c. 'Peterson. The board will be empowered to nomlna.te a full-time recrea.t.ion direct.or for City Manager Peterson's approval. Members and their organizations include Edwa.rd H. . Paterson of 21 Daniels street, Ohamber of Commerce; John L. Scott of 34 Highland street, YMCA; Mrs. Edgar A: Ladd of 139 Cass street, YWCA, Ralph Atwell of 45 Richmond street, the Central Veterans Counoll; John E. Kane of Joffre ~r: race, Catholic Youth Organization, Mrs. Mnry E. warner of 50 New: castle avenue, American Red Oross, Edward Shea of 496 Oreenslde a.venue, Central Parent-Teacher association councll; Benjamin A. Tober of 308 Broad street, Portsmouth Zionist district; and Carl Erick!lon of 85 Woodbury a.venue, the board of education. Peterson will be the 10th member or the new board w'hlch will serve wtthout pny, The board must choo~r a chalnnnn and will meet at least once a. month. The board must plan a clty-v:i~e recreation program; supervise public pla},grounds, athletic fields, recreation centers, a.nd other recreation faclllt!M and activities on any property owned or controlled by the city. Possible establlshment of a recreation area and sewer disposal plant at Pierce Island were considered by the phmn!ng board last night. Board Secretary Maurice E. Wittner said no definite action was taken on the proposal. He added, however, that action may be taken at the board's next meeting, July 25. , Witmer said the proposed sewa.ite d!sposRl plant would be located on the easterly encl or the Island. He said the board later will consider an expenditure for !In "extensive" study of both the recreation area and sewage plant. • • • WITMER SAID the board also discussed possible appointment of a planning engineer who would divide hf.~ duties between Portsmouth and nny other neighboring community Interested in ncqulr!ng the I engineer, The appointee would be in charge of advance planning, zoning changes and layout and statistics. He would receive an annual snlary of $3,900, Witmer added. Also discussed was a proposed advnncc plan for CR!lltal budget cJOpencllturcs which would Include a study of taxable property, new structures and municlpo.J valuations. Witmer said the study would , indicate future tax rates. Swimming Meet Slated . '.l~ For Pierce Island Pool3~ Director Jim Mahoney of the municipal swimming pool at Pierce island reports a large number of entries for the first In a series of summer meets which will be held at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon in the ,pool. Novelty events as well as many races are on the program. The first events on the afternoon's card are a series of races for youngsters. Balloon races as well as other water fea,tures have been planned for the kids. TJ:>e races which will be held nre · a 50-yard dnsh, 150-yard medley relay, 100-yard freestyle, 100-yard backstroke, a 220-yard freestyle race as well as various diving·exhibitlons. The 200-yard race is to be the longest of , the day. Edward "Woody" Noel, UNH grid star who directed activities at the pool last year, started the first water programs last season. Director Mahoney plans similar events In the last month of operation. Many good swimmers have been developed at the local pool and the competition in the races should be very keen. Last week there were 4,785 youngsters at the pool according to the official attendance reports and there were 1,110 adults using the facilities. The figures may be slightly higher thts week due to the warm weather. Two City Appointments Announced 'I State board of health officials have given official approval of water in the municipal swimming pool on Pierce island. . Recreation Director Frnnc1s T. Malloy received notification toda:i:from w. A. Healey, director of the sanitary division of the state board health that the Portsmouth 0f swimming ' pool water Is "sa tis factory." \ The check snmple wns taken by chemist~ when the pool was opened and routine checks are made perlodlcl\llY throughout the summer months. Plans 'Discussed' For Marcy Street Recreation Area~II' I ------ ~ity to Dy~~~ ite ~~~,~~~-~~~°'~e!,(,_] long since abnndoned-is to be destroyed by dynamite. City Manager Edwnrd C. Peterson said today I.hat the "danger spot" is In an abandoned sand pit near Greenland road and Islington street was reported to him by II Portsmouth fireman. Peterson said that when he investlgnted this morning he discovered children playing in the vicinity, by Peterson · .• · Two m unicipal appointments, a resignation and a personnel transfer were announced today by City Manager Edward C. Peterson. <j\, '.)' Swimming Pool Water Okayed t.1J~1 I ,, The development of the Marcy street dl..~trlot lnto A. recreational lll'ea ls In the planning stage, it wns lenmed todny. Former Gov. Charles M. Dale, one · of the trustees under the wlli of the late Miss Jo.,;ephlne F. Prescott, said tha~ "nothing definite" Is yet nrranged but "plans are being dlscm:sect:• Mi!IS Preseotl, who died last Jan. 6, leaving nn estate valued at $1,000,000, provided that a $500,000 trust fund be establlshed for Improvement of the area In the vicinity of Marcy sllreet. • • • SHE SPECIFICALLY designated that the area to be Improved should be bounded by State, Washington, Gates and rick~ring streets. Dale and Edwin H. Buck of Wilmington, Mnss., an Investment broker, were appointed trustees of the project with full authorization to buy and sell property In the Interests of the trust. She further stipulated that within j' five years the trustees must offer to convc-y the deeds or the Jmproved property to U1e c!Ly. ' Peterson said Andrew Sullivan of)' 145 Raleigh way has •been appointed · to the board o! plumbing inspectors. ' Sulllvan succeeds himself. He re- ' signed last year and the vacancy went un filled until he was reappointThe appointment of Clyde 0. ed. Clement R. Moulton and Dr. S. Robinson of 29 Hillside avenue as a Gerard Griffin 1tlso .!'erve on the · planning board member was anboard. Sulllvan was sworn lnto of- nounced today by City Manager Edfice today by City Clerk Eileen D. ward C. Peterson. Foley. I Robinson, associated with a Ports'11he city manager also nnnow1ced mouth real estate and Insurance the te111porn1·y apµointJnent of Soc- firm, wlll succeed Forrest Eaton who rntes Sagris of 484 Circuit road as resigned about six months a.go. assistant to City Auditor Wilfred E. Robinson wlll serve on t.he board Young. until the end of the year. ';J/ Sagris, who will hold the position until a competitive examination is held, succeeds Miss Gloria Hughes who hns been trnnsferred to City Clerk Foley's office.' . ! ~ Miss Hughes replaces Mrs. Helen Quarry pond, off Wentworth road, Call who resigned after serving a.s Portsmouth, is under quarantine, assistant city clerk for about a Dr. S. Gerard Griffin, city physician, year. Mrs. Ca)J resigned to devote announced this mornJng. more 't ime to her family, the city Samples of the water, tested by manager explained. state engineers a.t the request of the local board, were found to be "heavily polluted," Griffin said. Signs wlli be put up at the pond warning people not · to swim there. R~binson Named To Planning Board b Quarry Pond ~" Found Polluted I j --- - - - - -- - - - -- - - - - - - - - �------------· r~ y• ~ , , 1 Solicitor's Ruling Favors Manager 1n Police Buying Righ~ • '()"V.. (' ~ • City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart today ruled that City Manager Edward O. Peterson and not the police commission has authority to make pol1ce department purchases, ;Reinhart's ruling came in the wake of a "friendly" controversy between Peterson and the police commissioners. Both maintained they bad the power to sanction the purchases and called upon Reinhart and Atty. Gen. W1111am L. Phinney for rulings. Reinhart said that in his opinion municipal purchases, other than _______________.,. 'Nobody's Business.,.' All in a "friendly" fashi9n, of course. That's when Round 3 rolled around. Commission Chairman Orel A. Dexter asked City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart and Atty. Gen. William L. Phlhney to rule ,:;n th~ matter. Marshal (iHewitt Recoils ',l// At Rumor of Retirement 'i,,, • • • City l\Jarshal Leonard II. llcwllt retiring'! The question 11opped up again today when the time-worn report (or rumor) got back in circulation. Only this time there would ap11ear to be at least some basis for It, Chairman Orel A. Dexter of the police commission laid the uncertain foundation when he said: "1'J1e mnrshnl hus ex11rcssrd a desire to retire pretty soon." It's nothing olTicial though, Dexter hastily explained. Then he adclecl, "He's been talking about lt for a long time." But that's about as far as prcsen t possi bill ty seems to reach. J. Verne Wood, a member of the police commission, said, "I haven't heard of it." The third commissioner, J. Paul Griffin, said "it has not been discussed" by the commission. "When he makes up his mind to quit, he'll quit," Griffin observed, The ' marshal himself shed even less light on the subject. When asked by a Herald reporter if he has any retirement plans, Hewitt growled: "You've been talking to Dex- REINHART STUDIED the char- ter and then Informed both Peterson and the commission by letter that In his opinion all municipal purchases, with the exception of the school department, come under the city manager's control. The solicitor maintained that the authority derives from city charter provisions. That ended Round 3 and started Round 4. The commissioners decided to meet and consider Re!nhart's ruling. They did so last night and voted to abide by his I those for the school department, decision "subject" to a ruling by come under Peterson's control. He Phinney. th maintained that the au ority dePhlnney's Jetter arrived today but rives from city• c~a~r provisions. it offered little support to the falOREL A. DEXTER, comm.l.!slon terlng commissioners. chairman, announced that his Phinney wro;e: • • board wlll met at 5 pm Monday to di R I hart• ruling Peterson "IT IS WITHIN the prov 1nee of scu.ss e n SD te • 11 yin~ the city solicitor to advise on interh_owever, _quoted ex r as a pretatlons o! the city charter and I uld agree since we understand he has already that the commls&ion wo made a decision In this matter, I assume that there Is no need !or 1 with , Relnh~. Rclnhart ruled that Peterson does an Interpretation from this office" not have control over other poll~ So, the commissioners decided to department affairs. He said th a f throw In the towel at the end of auch duties aa hiring and tiring O Round 5 and abide by Relnhart's police officers and jurisdiction of ruling.• the ' Explained Chairman Dexter topolloe a,Ja.rle., are controlled by comm1sslon. day: Reinhart said: "It's okay by us. It'll mean less "It was not contemplated that the work and fewer meetings." ,upplles of this department (police), :whlch 18 a department of the city, should be excepted from the general charter provisions rela.tlve to ·1 purcbaaes." • 0 ter. You know the answer." As the re11orter pcrsbtcd, Hewitt accused hlni of "nal:'ging me ever ~ince you've bcrn down here." The reporter protested and explained that he was "only sent down here to a~'k a simple question." The marshal sought to end the discussion by announcing: "I'll let them (the C'ommlssion) know when I'm uady to rrtlre and they can let you know." Then as It to emphasize his meaning, Hewitt addecl: ''It's no one's damn business but mine and the police commission's." The reporter acccptccl that as his official answer and was about to leave when the marshal fired the parting shot: "And you can go back and tell that fat slob that it's none of his business-and I mean Ilartfonl!" (Presumably J. D. Hartford, publisher of The Herald.) Hewitt wus appolntccl city marshal Nov. l, 1937, after serving in the dc11artmrnt for about 20 years, fie rcuched the eligible retirement age of 65 se10Cral months ago. 1------------- Ip 1• p h 0 ice urc ases I eeterson Wins TKOVictory in r lll Police Purchases r 'Power Claimed By City .Manager \ -(\) \ Hewitt wa.s quoted by Dexter as telling the city manager that only the police comm1ss!on had authority to govern purcJ1ases. This led to a special meeting between Peterson and the cammlss!on April 22 at Peterson's office. Peterson said he read excerpts <1 ~ r I from the city charter which he said Portsmouth's police commission lndicatei, the police commission's , today awaited a ruling by State power, are only adminl,stra.tive a.nd Atty, Gen. W!lllam L. Phinney on do not cover purchases. i whether the board Is empowered to Hawever, the police commission, City Manager Edward C. Peter- I make purchases without City Manaccording to Dexter, maintained son today scored a technical knock- ' ager Edward O. Peterson's approval. that It has had authority to make Commission Chairman Ore! A. Dexout In a five-round "friendly" bout pure.bases "for the past 50 years, tet said he requested the ruling afover whether he or the police comeven though they amount to only 1 mission has authority to approve ter he and Commissioners J. Paul a few hundred dollars." Orlttln and J. Verne Wood were police department purchases. • • • Informed by Peterson that he has Round 1 started several weeks LATER THAT DAY, Dexter sent I jurisdiction over all police departago when City Marshal Leonard ment purchases. hl.s letter to Phinney for a ruling. H. Hewitt was prepared to make II Dexter emphasized that there ls Peterson claims that city charter purcha.se but was advised by Peter- provisions govern all purchases by no "trouble" between Peterson and son that he was compelled under the city, Including the police de- the commissioners. city provisions to first obtain a partment. No purchases can be "We don't know where we stand requisition from City Auditor Wil- made by the police depa.rtment un- so we want the attorney general to fred E. Young. less requisitions are obtained from clarify it for us," Dexter pointed Hewitt said "Nix." City Auditor Wilfred E. Young, out. Peterson maintains. , Dexter said he also requested a Peterson sa,d "We'll see." • • • ' ruling from City Solicitor Arthur J . • • • DEXTER SAID THE PROBLEM , Reinhart. SO PETERSON called a meeting arose recently y.rhen City Marshal ' Peterson explained today that the o! the police commissioners In his Leonard H. Hewitt was prepared to police commission was created by office April 22. That was the be- make I\ purchase but was advised state law In 1895 and that the ginning of Round 2. by Peterson that he; was compelled , board was empowered to make police Peterson produced the new city under city charter pr.:ivlslons to first appointments, promotions and estHowever, the legislation was charter and pointed out that he , obtain a. requisition from Young. ablish rules and regulations govhad jurisdiction over all municipal The-requisitions then are consider- ernlng the department. Compensa: amended In 1913 and the commispurchases with the exception of, ed by Peterson. tlon of officers also was governed sioners were authorized to set compensation themselves. But the state the school department. , by the state law. The commissioners said, "No." Jaw, according to Peterson, made no Peterson said, "We'll see." · mention of purchases. I I l - - -- --- ·- - I �--~ - E~itorial ._ I . Time to1 a·ow-Out·-· 1 1 To Police Commissioners Dexter, Wood and Griffin: (}LJ-(µ;J '. This is on open letter to you gentlemen, addressed to you · as appointed and sworn servants of the taxpayers of the .City ·of Portsmouth. If promises to be long, but that is required to soy what you, as commissioners, hove hod coming for a long time. The record shows that you, Commissioner Orel A. Dexter, were originally appointed by Governor Bridges in 1935, reappointed by Governor Murphy in 1938, reappointed by Governor Blood in 1941 and again in 1944, and reappointed by Governor Dale in 1947. Your term expires Sept. 1, 1950. You , Commissioner J. Verne Wood , were originally appoint- I ed by Governor Murphy in 1937, reappointed by Governor Blood in 1940 and ogain in 1943, and reappointed by Governor Dale in 1946. Your term expires Sept. 1, 1949. You, Commissioner J. Paul Griffin, were originally appointed by Governor Dale in 1945 and reappointed by him in 1948. Your term expires Sept. 1, 1951. Your respective terms of service on the Portsmouth police commission range from four to 14 years. Now, for the information and enlightenment of the taxpayers of this city, we would like to ask you gentl.e men a few questions. _ 1. In light of your experience, what have you learn~d about the organi:r;otion or operation of a police department m a city the si:r;e of Portsmouth-or, more basically, what have you sought to learn? .• 2. What do you know abouf accepted training procedures for personnel within such a police department? 3. What do you know about recommended methods of maintoininq police deportment records? I 4. What have you done toward making available to , members of the Portsmouth police deportment the benefits of 1 training offered by the National Police academy? . ; 5. What sound basis underlies your practice of mokmg 1appointments to the local police deportment? ' 6. What do you know about the efficiency or inefficiency-individually or collectively-of the police deportment over which you have control? 7 What conscientious efforts have you undertaken toward educating yourselves in the duties and obligatio_ns of 1 police commissioners so as to improve your value of service to the taxpayers of Portsmouth? 8. In short, ~hat do you know at all about your duties as police commissioners? . . It goes without saying that acceptance of an opp~mtment to the police commission reaches beyond mere prestige and satisfied ego. It carries distinct responsibilities and obligations. And these do not embrace the small concessions or , special dispensations extended for personal or political reasons. They ore obligations to all the citi:r;ens of Portsmouth, w~o look to their police deportment for equal safety and protection under the low and who look to you, as commissioners, for assurance of the deportment's proper approach to those obligations. You do not need o young memory, Commissioners Dexter and Wood , to· recall the many occasions back in _1937 wh~n you sat down with the editor of The Herald and discussed , 1n seeming earnestness. the promotion possibilities of then acting City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt. · , You hankly expressed your belief that he was temperamentally and professionally unsuited for the job of city marshal, that his arrogant and ' di!l,pourtequs otti,tude to~ard the tJ,u~llc .'¥'as ,t9~;· ~~_rior,,1CJ • ~' fo"'1 ~~:f to be; overfoaked . .· :,Yet ·you. !didn't want'to ~urt the feelings of a m011 ·who hod neyer shown 'much regard for the feelings of the taxpayers themselves. You will also remember the time in that some year when you asked tho editor of The ~erald to talk. wit~ an officer of the New Hampshire state police to determine ,f he ~ould be receptive to th e appointment of city marshal. You w,11 recoil that this highly-reputed gentleman was persuaded to make himself available, but only on the terms that he would be : given a free hand to do the neces_sary job and that you, the police commissioners. would bac:k him up. 1 0 ?""T"' You ·faltered .then -and boc:ke[ow_a.~ eveoling that you · prob~bly never had the fortitude to go thr~ugh with it in t~e first place. ,, 'Apparently you wilted .under, the pressure of · political, fraternal and other outside exhortation. So on Nov. 1, 1937, Leonard H. Hewitt-as haughty and ill-humored as ever-became city marshal. I · He got the appointment because you, .Commissioner 1 . h',m ·I Dexter, didn't show any more courage t han to nominate and you, Commissioner Wood, went weakly along. Only the late Fronk C. Remick, then chairman of the commission, struck · •out independently by nominating and, voting for William J. 1 Linchey.~ · It didn't toke long for you to learn how you , penalized the city by following the course of personal expediency, for you 1 soon came bock to the office of The Herald editor to bemoan 1 the grievances of the citizens who had been subjected to Mar- .' shol Hewitt's crusty behavior. . Your conversations at the time went ever further than that. You told in· woeful tones about officers who had been brought before you for drinking on duty, for unwarranted aggressiveness in use of clubs, for downright rudeness in theil'. relations with the public and many other offenses against the, good name of the city and of the police deportment, ·· . . But you still didn't wont to hurt anyone's feelings, so you did nothing about it. Among your excuses 1for foiling to toke disciplinary action was the claim that you wished to avoid embarrassing the individuals involved and their families. Yet a , great number of citi:r:ens were embarrassed by the bra:r:en behavior of these officers. ' · You _had all kinds of excuses and explanations on those oc-, cosions, and you must have had some misgivings, too, because you kept plodding along in your hesitant, half-hearted way. . If was during the period of 1938-39 that you, Commissioners Wood and Dexter, talked so purposefully with The Herald editor about the proper organi:r:otion of the police department. You will remember the number of books and pamphliits which the editor obtained at your request so that you could proceed with intelligence in an announced attempt to bring the local deportment up to accepted standards. · · Also, there were a number of meetings arranged for the two of you to visit with the police commission of Nashua, where the ·police department had an outstanding record in the state. The knowledge and experience of police officials there was readily available to you, and it seems too bad that you never saw fit to toke advantage of it. It was harder to understand 1 with each disappointment why you never seemed to consider.the opportunity worthwhile. . . . Then , too, Commissioners Dexter and Wood, you will '!remember your series of meetings with the editor of The Herald when the tremendous value of . on established training course for newly-appointed and probationary officers, .conducted by competent instructors, was pointed out to you. There was . much for these junior members of the deportment to learnknowledge of police law, the laws of arrest, the lows upholding the rights of citi:r;ens, investigative procedures, and scores of other subj'ects i', the science of police work. What a boon such a program would have been, compa!ed with the kind of "training" actually received at the hands of the old-timers, whose instruction is mostly confined to ways of keeping out of trouble, how to chisel a cup of coffee here and a doughnut there, where to hang out in comfort and safety, and when to look the other way upon stumbling into a law violation. In the course of these discussions on police department improvement, Commissioners Dexter and Wood , you will recall another pertine!'t suggestion, which seems as essential now as ( 1 1 I ------------ . (l'lea■e Turn to Pa&e Four) . j, \ I I· )· I ' �Time·, to Bow Out-An Open Letter (Continued from pare one) it ever.,was. It was simple enough. Each applicant would be given.a prescribed oral and written examination and thorough physical check-up. The successful candidates would be..placed on a waiting list in the order of qualification and, when·a vacancy occurred,· the appointment would be made on the basis of the examination results. · · l!ow much more fair, honest and effective would have been 'this system than the carelessly-given appointments influenced by political pressure, direct friendship or the wellkJiown case of an applicant who had a friend who knew a friend who knew a commissioner. : ., . Again, Commissioners Dexter and Wood, you are aware , of the study made .of other police agencies by the editor of The Herald and his discussions with you regarding the advisability of creating a so-called non-commissioned officer rank in the local department. This facilitated the promotion of outstanding patrolmen to the grade of sergeant, not only.as·a reward for service but also as an incentive for younger men. , Before Governor Dale achieved a following of complete political unanimity on the police commission by appointing J. Paul Griffin, there was one commissioner who . tad a genuine interest in police affairs of this city. He was William J, Linchey, the present city councilman and a man who means what he says. Linchey expressed a sincere desire to raise the level of efficiency within the police department, for the benefit of the officers themselves as well as for the community. \ He backed this interest with more than a passive rec. ognitlon of the evils and defects that existed. He sought out and obtained from the editor of The Herald all the information and material that had been collected but went unused through the years, and immediately he began to tamlllarize hi~self with the local police situation-both as t'd·hQw it was and as to how it should have been. · · : 'The department reflected Commissioner Linchey's determined attitude by showing promising improvement. Qreation of the non-commissione~ rank and various progressive changes pertaining to records, procedures, etc., ' were accomplished at his behest. l , But Commissioner LiJlchey had a mind of his own and thereby, unfortunately, he incurred the political wrath of ; ihe vindictive Governor Dale. His able service was abruptly terminated upo~ the expiration of his appointment and politics took precedence over public welfare. J After ousting Commissioner Linchey, Governor Dale added insult to injury, so to speak, by appointing you, Commissioner Griffin, to the vacancy. There isn't much to be said about your record of service because it doesn't show anything---not even that you have had the interest or ~nergy to shadow-box in the manner of your present colleagues. In fact,,so ,far as the police commission goes, you are practically a nonentity•. i It is difficult indeed to understand how you three gentlemen, Commissioners Dexter, Wood and Griffin, can accept positions of responsibility and trust in your own community and yet not feel bound by at least some measure of civic duty. Each of you is a business leader of the city and ·as much a beneficiary of the city's prosperity and good standing as any citizen. Simple home-town pride itself should make you want to contribute something to its welfare. 1 You three have had many an opportunity to lJlake such ccintribution~unusual opportunities, in fact, for unusually valuable contributions: ·, But because of indifference or unwillingness, you have 'failed. The police department of\ Portsmouth is as ineffectual and demoralized as ever. You ....have done nothing a~out J~. __ , _~ _ . City Marshal Hewitt, by your own tolerance, is still head of the department, and honesty must compel you to acknowledge that after all these years he has not risen above your estimation of his fitness for the job at the time it was so reluctantly given him. Don't you really believe, Commissioners Dexter, Wood and Griffin, that your fellow citizens deserve more in the ways of law enforcement and common courtesy than they are getting at the hands of Marshal Hewitt and the police department? Don't you believe that you owe it to them to see that they get it? As far as Marshal Hewitt is concerned, we of The Herald can take his bad-mannered insults without flinching.in the slightest. We are inured to such vulgarities and they are easily dismissed by considering the source from whence they come. But why should the other taxpayers of Portsmouth have to take them? . Moreover, why should the taxpayers be required to endure the more serious abuses which have been Inflicted on them in the past by other members of the po1ice department? Although we ho1d no brief for the law violator, we do insist that he has certain rights that can be taken from him only by due process of law and not by intemperate, "club happy" officers. There is another kind of law violator, too, for whom we hold no brief-the professional racketeer who is flourishing with apparent immunity from law enforcement in the Portsmouth's prosperous book-making, slot machine and "numbers" traffic. But you, Commissioners Dexter, Wood and Griffin, seem to have no qualms about this flagrant breach of our established laws. At least you haven't troubled yourselves to see that those laws are enforced. Regardless of our moral attitudes toward certain of these gambling rackets, the fact remains that they are illegal. And as long as laws against them remain on the books, enforcement is obligatory. Otherwise, what purpose does the law serve, and who shall judge which laws shall apply and which laws shall not? You know as well as we do, Commissioners Dexter, Wood and Griffin, that the book-making parlors of Portsmouth are operating brazenly and without fear of the law -in some of our best patroled downtown sections. So do the local police know these places. After all, they pass them every day. All of this only leads to the conclus!on, of course, that ; law enforcement in Portsmouth is either a joke or a dis- ' tressing experience to the taxpayers of the city. And you must accept your full share of the blame for it. Now, what is your answer? There is only one we know that you can give-quit! Hand in your resignations immediately and stop standing in the way of progressive reform in your city. It shouldn't be a painful action to take. At least two of you-Commissioners Dexter and Wood-have said repeatedly that you haven't really wanted the appointments, that the job' has been a "headache", that you accepted only to please someone or to keep someone else from being appointed. And sometimes you haven't been ab~e to explain your acceptance at all. So the time to get out is now, while the state has a governor who seems to hold a sincere and studious regard for the public welfare. You will be doing the city your greatest service by opening the way for new appointments based on competency and civic interest. Commissioners Dexter, Wood and Griffin, what could be more gracious, more honest and more sincere than such a move on your part? l. D. JIARTfORD �The senior patrolman is Joseph Kelley and he is closely followed by Patrolman Roland Smart who entered the department on Jan. 22, 1924. The service of the remaining patrolmen follows: Harold L. Trueman, Feb. 1, 1934; Joseph L. Thompson, Sept. 1, 1935; E. Edward Scarponi, Kov. 1, 1935; i t's etirement Expected by . Ju e 1; I Board Meets Today State Permission Already Given, Official Confirms 1 The retirement of City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt has been approved by the New Hampshire Police Retirement board, effective June 1, and final action is expected to be taken by the local police commission this afternoon. Although Police Commission Chairman Orel A. Dexter declined to say specifically that the retirement request is involved, he acknowledged that a special meeting of the commission has been called for 4:30 o'clock for the "principal purpose" of considering "a communication· from the marshal." Dexter said early today that the communication had not then been filed with him, adding, "I think he (the marshal) is working on it now." Among the names most pronunently mentioned are those of Capt. 1." The marshal has been eligible for retirement for nearly a year, having reached the permissible age of 65 last July. There has been considerable speculation about his retirement plans during the past few months and the question arose again less than two weeks ago. At that time Hewitt was 811 unwll!ing as ever to discuss the matter and said, "It's no one's damn business but mine and the police commission's." • • • MEANWHILE, widespread talk has been generated about the choice of a successor to Hewitt. On Sen1·or1·ty Bas·1s for Hew1tt • /$ J0b'<?)M Lloyd N. McGraw, who was promotect to his present rank only last November after serving on the force for _16 years, and Deputy Sheri.ff Wlll!am J. Linchey, who was a candidate for the post when Hewitt was Public speculation on who will appointed Marshal in 1937. succeed retiring City Marshal Other possible candidates are Leonard H. Hewitt is reaching the Deputy Marshal Dougal D. McLean, point where downtown guessers are a veteran of 32 years in the depart- 1 basing their predictions on seniority ment; Capt. Timothy J . Connors, a in the police department. member of the department for 18 The length of service among the l1 years, and Inspector Dennis J, 26 local police officers ranges from Kelley, another ran\dng veteran, 33 years down to a few days, ac:; cording to figures obtained from Police Commissioner J. Verne Wood. I Commissioner Wood explalned that all dates of service . in his records are those on which the men were actually "confirmed" as members of the department. In moot cases, he said, the men had served probationary periods before acceptance as police officers. He added that wartime service in the armed forces did not subtract from an officer's longevity status because "any that went were on leave of ab5ence." * • • • • • • QUE TIONED ABOUT the nature of the communication, Dexter said, "I don't know what he's going to say, but It's common knowledge that he has applied to the state for retirement." Hewitt refused to discuss the question at all. "I don't want to talk to you," he told a Herald reporter over the telephone before abruptly hanging up. Nevertheless, Chairman Donald G. Mat,:jpn of the state police retirement board told The Herald from Concord today that Hewitt's application had been approved and that "the retirement will take effect June IPublic Speculates MARSHAL HEWITT THE COMMISSIONER'S listing showed Deputy Marshal Douglas McLean as the department's top ranking man, both in years of service and in grade. McLean entered the department on April 1, 1916, and will become acting city marshal when Hewitt reblres on May 31. I nspector Dennis J. Kelley and his brother, Patrolman Joseph Kelley, sons of a former police officer, stand next to McLean from llhe point of service. Inspector Kelley became a police officer on March 5, 1918, and his brother, July 1, 1922. From the point of service, the next ranking is Sgt. Neil C. Bierce, a police officer since May · 1, 1923. However, it is around the next two officers that much speculat ion centers. Although Capt. Timothy J . Connors originally entered the department on June 15, 1920, he apparently has slightly less service than Capt. Lloyd N. McGraw whose time da,tes from May 16, 1930. • • • served four years and then resigned from the department on J une 15, 1924. He was off the force untu June 23, 1934, his total service is 18 years and 11 months. Capt. McGraw's police department employment has been unbroken since May 16, 1930, or a total of 19 years and 10 da,ys. He was, however, on leave of ab.sence for war service. Sgt. Martin 0 . Betz, who served as night sergea,n t for a long period without benefit of rank, became a police officer on Jul 16, 1939. CAPTAIN CONNOR George W. Gillespie, April 1, 1936; John McCann, Nov. 1937; Paul F. IConnors, Sept. 16, 1939; (out "ap2. I proximately" one year during the war). Stanton a. Remick, May l, 1941; Herbert L. Whitfohouse, May l, 1942; J. Richard McCormack, Aug. 1, 1942; Charles F. Vetter July 19 1943. ' ' Forrest E. Hodgdon, Jr., July 1, 1944 ; Quentin R. Estes, Dec. 1, 1945· John Condon, March 16, 1946; Clay~ ton F. Osborn, March 16, 1946; Robert Burns, Sept. 24, 1946 ; John E. Coleman, April 4. 1947; Russell Hughes, May 23, 1949. Police Association Appoints Bierce 'M<.t 'l=r Sgt. Neil C. Bierce of the Portsmouth police departmen t·was named to two posts in the New Hampshire Pollce association yesterday at the annual meeting held in Manchester. I I, The local sergeant was elected to the association's legislative committee and addition he placed on the five-man panel of the New Hampshire Police Retirement system. From the fi ve-man group, Gov. Sherman Adams and his council wll! choose a man t o fil! vacancies on the Police Retirel?ent board. In the Portsmouth area, State Trooper Clifton F. Hildreth of Durham was elected second vice president of the association and Trooper Joseph Demaskey of Exeter was ap in ted sergeant-atarms. I City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt headed a delegation from the Portsmouth department, which included Inspector Dennis J. Ke1!ey, Sgt. Bierce, and Patrolmen Joseph Kelley, Stanton G. Remick, E. Edward Scarponi Roland Smart, Charles F. Vetter and Herbert L. Whitehouse, 21 �Hewitt to Retire on July 1; Board 'Hasn't Considered' of Successor _Appointment M 's c6raw een AT Ch 'ce S OP. 01 For Pollce Post ~ 2 ~ Others on the "potential" list are Capt. Timothy J. Connors, a mem- Po11·ce Tra,·n,·ng Program ber of ~he depa1tment 18 years, and Inspector Dennis J.for Kelley, another police veteran. It could not be learned whether 'S'-'y :;,:t~.~::•.~:~!.'!:::'.;:: Urged by Women eel as "not Interested." Rwnors have also mentioned Chief Motor Vehicles Inspector Kennard E. Goldsm1th and State Police Capt. Herbert F. Gray but both have reportedly denied any aspirations to the job. If Captain McGraw is elevated to tihe post, Sgt. Neil C. Bierce, ac' cording to reports, would be pro1 moted to captain and Patrolman Forrest E. Hodgdon, Jr., to sergeant, replacing Bierce. The choice of a successor to City Mar~hal Leonard H. Hewitt was the foremost subject of conjecture in Portsmouth today after the marshal's retirement was. approved by the police commission in a threem1nute session yesterday afternoon. Hewitt, who has been a member of the local police department for 33 years - 12 of them as marshalasked that his retirement take ef• • • fect June 1, but the commission MARSHAL HEWITT was l!lttendgranted him a month's vacation lng a police convention in Manchesfrom that date, thus extending his l ter today and could not be asked if payroll status to July 1. , he has recommended a successor. The commission designated DeThe marshal's retirement was acputy Marshal Dougal D. McLean as cepted after he notified the comacting marshal "from June 1 to missioners that the State RetireJuly 1," indicating that a permanent ment board had sanctioned pension appointment would be made by July. benefits. 1. Hewitt's letter to the commission • • • follows: ALTHOUGH COMMISSION "Having recently a,pplled to the Chairman Orel A. Dexter said the State Retirement board for perm1sboard has "not considered" a suc- slon to retire from my duties as city cessor, there was widespread discus- marshal of Portsmouth, I have resion of Capt. Lloyd N. McGraw u ceived a letter from the board dated the likeliest contender for the Thursday, Ma.y 19, granting me re$3,800-a-year job. tirement privileges as of June 1, Questioned after yesterday's meet- 1949.'' ing about a possible successor, Dex"I therefore 1·equest that the poter assumed the role of spokesman lice commission relieve me of my for his fellow board member.s and active duties as city marshal as soon answered: as possible after June 1, 1949.'' "We haven't considered it as yet." • • • The other two police comm1ssionHIS RETIREMENT was approved ers, J. Verne Wood and J. Paul on motion of Commissioner Wood. G11iffin remained silent on the sub- Chairman Dexter said a. month's ject. vacation was granted Hewitt "as The commissioners also have "not customary." Hewitt's pension will be $100 a decided" whether the new marshal wlll be a member of the present month, a spokesman for the New force or an "outsider," Dexter aa,id. Ham,pshire Police Retirement boar_d Another possible candidate is reported in Concord today. In addiDeputy Sheriff William J. Linchey, tion, Hewitt reportedly r eceives an an aspirant to the poot when Hewitt additional $90 monthly from the was appointed marshal in 193'1. Lin- government as a Spanish-American chey, a former police comm1ss1oner war veteran. and now a city councilman, is conThe marshal i.s a na,tive of Fredvalescing at Portsmouth hospital erickllburg, Va. In 1899 he entered and could not be questioned on the U~ s. Volunteers and, at the terwhether he is interested in the a,p- minaiion o! tihe Spanish-American pointment. war, continued in the army until • • • 1909. th THE COMMISSIONERS reportedHewitt worked at the Portanou ly a.re also conslderlng Deputy Mc• naval shipyard for a. short time Lean. But McLean, a police depe.rt- and also was employed by the Bos1ment member for 32 years, is exton and Maine ra.llro&d and the pected to s:eek retirement next year old Rockingham County Light and and Is understood to be Indifferent Power company here. to the poosibllity of his a,ppointment. I I ... oters A training program for the Portsmouth police department was urged on Police Commissioner Orel A. Dexter this week when the commission chairman appeared before the executive board of the Portsmouth League of Women Voters. Belief that the new city marshal should be thoroughly trained In crim1nal and police procedures was expressed at a league meeting at the YWCA. . Mr. Dexter described the setup of the police department and, 1 speaking for the comm1ss1oners, said plans are being made to _send police officers to various cities in the state to see how they are handling problems comparable to those of Portsmouth. The commissioner said that although state police work is different from that of the loca,J depart- · ment, he feels it would be worthwhile to have a state trooper address local policemen. • • • THE VALUE of sending a mem- ber of the tforce to the FBI school in Washington also wa,s discussed. Street Supt. Nat Stevens told league board members of tentative plans for a mosquito eradication project for the city next summer. He displayed a colored map of the city showing areas · which needed spraying with an anti-mosquito solution. Approximately $6,000 would be required to do a thorough job; Mr. Stevens said. The possibility of a community campaign to raise funds for the project also was discussed. BE WAS APPOINTED a patrolman in the local police department in 1916 and served in that capacity for about a yea.r, then returned to work at the shipyard, He later re- 1 ceived a,n appointment to a.n officers• training school at Fort Mon- roe, Va., and received a commluion In the coast artillery ·corps, Returning to Portsmouth at the end of World War I, he was re&p. pointed to the police f-Orce. He wu named a deputy marshal in 1924 following the death of the late City Marshal Michael A. Hurley, He was appointed marshal in 193'1 to succeed the late George H. Duct- er. McLean Becomes Acting Marshal I I Deputy Marshal Dougal D. McLean today assumed his new duties as acting city marshal pending the official retirement of City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt. Hewitt left yesterday on a monthJong vacation. His retirement will become effective July 1. It is expected that a successor wlll be chosen before that date. Before Hewitt concluded his duties yesterday, he was presented with a radio and box of cigars by city hall workers: The presentation was made by City Manager Edward C. Peter- I son. Miss Gloria Hughes, clerk, read a poem in Hewitt's honor. Board Will Actat \'\ On City Marshal ·Portsmouth may have a new city marshal next week. Orel A. Dexter, chairman of the board of police commissioners, said today that he "exp\!cts" the board to take final action on a successor to Leonard H . Hewitt "sometime next week." The board's search for a new marshal was prompted by Hewitt's retirement as of June 30. The former marshal started a month's vacation on June 1 and Deputy Marshal Dougal McLean was named acting marshal. ------ �23 L-i ~chey_N amed· • -Board Vote . Mclean Rejects iJop Police Post, Dexfer Discloses "We have a lot of confidence in I "In the past, anyone pla.nning a ' Mr. Linchey and we all feel that the ! crime at the Creek or South End ' appointment will prove satisfactory could always depend on the routine to the citizens of Portsmouth," Dex- ! of the man walking out bhere. But ter added. now tha t we have two cuisers paThe commission chairman said trolling the city they won't kno~ the board plans ''some changes and , when to expect an officer," Linsome improvements" ·in the depart- chey explained. ment's operation. He said he and his Linchey also said use of two fell ow commissioners have contacted cruisers for night work was limitCity Councilman William J . Lin- the National Police Chief's associa- ed in the past because o.f the serichey was appointed city marshal tion and the Federal Bureau of In- ous effect of car lights and radios vestigation in Washington and have today. received "valuable" literature to on the batteries. He said one cru!sI e1 was kept in the police station The 52-year-old councilman and train the men. Dexter also disclosed that the garage at night so that. it would be deputy sheriff was unanimously named to succeed Leonard H. Hewitt board is contemplating a revision in available for day dully. The cruiser during a brief, morning session of application procedures for would-be used at nigiht was used only in emergendes during the day so that the police commission. He will as-· patrolmen. the batteries would re-cha.nge. ' sume the $3,800 post July 1 when "AND I UNDERSTAND that Mr. However, Llnchey said he plans Hewitt's retirement becomes .effecLinchey has several noteworthy to alleviate that situation by purtive. plans to improve our department chasing additional batteries that Commission Chairman Orel A.: and with the assistance of the men Dexter said the board had offered we feel that he will be a)Jle to car- can be installed in the cars in the morning before they a.re dispatchthe position to Deputy Marshal ry them out," Dexter continued. ed for the day. Batteries •used durDougal D. McLean but that McLean !.ng the night will be re-cha.rged 1 declined to accept it "because of a during bhe day without interference J~;!>O personal reason." with night or day coverage, Linchey * • • said. DEXTER SAID Captains Lloyd . • • • N. McGraw and Timothy, J. ConPATROLMEN JOHN J. Condon, nors and Sgt. Neil C. Bierce also 1 Clayton F. Osborn, John W. Mewere considered for the post but l Cann and Roland Smart will be asthat the board felt the men had not signed to cruiser duty from 7:30 pm served Jang enou,g,h in their present to 4 am. positions. All three were promoted Patrolman John E. Coleman will last fall. operate the cruiser from 9 am to Linchey was nominated by ChairMajor changes in the police tie- 6 pm and Patrolmen Robert E . man Dexter. The nomination was Burns and Paul F. Connors will seconded by Commissioner J. Paul partment's night coverage and a serve as cruiser relief men. Griffin. The thb:d board member, regular quarterly hransfer of perOther officers and theil· hours of , J. Verne Wood, suggested that the ' sonnel were announced today by duty fuclude Joseph P. Kelley, Con-1 appointment be recorded as unani- City Marshal-elect William J. Lin- gress street from 8 am. to 5 pm; mous and it was. chey. Before submitting Linchey's name, Described by Linchey as an "ex- J. Richard McCormack, Congress Chairman Dexter emphasized that periment," the changes will become street from 9 am to 6 pm; Russell selection of Hewitt's successor "was effective at noon tomorrow. Linchey c. Hughes, parking, 9 am to 6 pm; no easy job." will be sworn into office about 10 Joseph L. Thomson, Congress "All applicants were given conam tomorrow. The changes include the abolition street, 6 pm to 2 :3o am; Charles F. siderable consideration and we decided to offer the job io Deputy Mc• of the Creek and South End beats Vetter, Jr., Congress street, 7 pm \ 1 Lean but he refused to accept it," and the assignment of two cruisers to 3:30 am; and Ettore E. ScarDexter said. \ to patrol the city at night instead poni, ibank beat, 7:30 pm to 4 am. Commissionel! · Wood pointed out of only one as in the past. that the board did net -appoint either • • • Also Stanton G. R emick, bank McGraw, Connors or Bierce because THE NEW MARSHAL said each beat, 6 pm to 2 :30 am; Quentin "we felt they had not held thell' of the two night cruisers .will cov- R. Estey, bank beat, 12 midnight pTesent positions long enough." er one-half of the city. Daniels,, to 8 am; Forrest E. Hodgdon, Jr., " c ress and Islington streets will Congress street, 12 midnight to 8 · "HOWEVER, THEY ARE a1i very bf~n!ed as a dividing line in Lin- am; Herbert L. Whitehouse, relief capable men," Wood added. h , eriment. duty, 6 pm to 2 :30 am; George W. "After Deputy McLean declined c ey s exp Gillespie, relief duty, 12 midnight the appointment," Dexter explainto s· am; H. Joseph Trueman, North ed, "we decided tp select ~omeone End, 7:30 pm to 4 am; and Earle from outside the department and E. Rowe and Earl E. Rogers, park-1 Linchey was our man." ing meter duty, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm: . I I • • • Linchey Expands Cruiser Patrols, Shifts Coverage .. -:ri~~:.'~~::n::. Night Parkers <1 , A police drive against all-night parking in the downtown business district/ was promised today by City Marshal William J. Linchey. Linchey said the campaig·n will ·be launched tomorrow night, centerlng principally on State street between Middle and IJhestnut. streets. The action was decided upon after complaints from the street department that parked autos were hampering street cleaning operations early in the morning, Linchey sa1d. * * • THE DRIVE ALSO results, Lin- chey said, from complaints of patrolmen that a total of 83 cars, mostly from out-of-state, were found parked in the vicinity of the Rockingham hotel four nights last week. ?nder city ordinances, Linchey pomted out, parking is not allowed in the downtown area after I am. He said future violators will be warned by t.ickets and if that move fails t<} alleviate the situation the drivers will be arraigned in municipal court. "We've had trouble with all-nit;h t parkers for a long time, so now we're going to take definite action" Linchey emphasized. ' • • •• THE CITY MARSHAL said he conferred yesterday with City Manager Edward C. Peterson and Police Commission Chail"tnan Orel A. 1Dexter over the all-night pa1•king situation and was given a "green light.'; Linchey also Indicated he may seek "broader powers" from the city council if his campaign fails to solve the problem. p0 1ICe • StatlOn • "'..>\\:'a w•1' ·· d I .1 Be pQlnte t Local police will have brighter surroundings. City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today that the interior of the police station will be painted soon. Extent of the project h as not been determined and Peterson says he isn't sure whether the jo)J will be done by municipal employes or awar ded to a contractor. "But we're sure that it will be a bright paint job-it's pretty dark downstairs now," Peterson explained. The city maijager said he agreed to paint the station at the request of City Marshal William J. Linchey. �Special Officeri1l Named by Board- Peterson said he alSo has requested a rb.ling from Atty. Gen. William L. Phinney. He said he expects that the ruling may be made sometime next week. It ha-s been dela,yed because Phinney !has been engaged In the Ralph Jennings muroer trial at Ossipee. Linchey's appointment as marshal also has created a problem for Rockingham County Sheriff Simes Frink. Linchey, who has been a deputy sheriff for 12 years, has been asked by Frink to continue in that capacity to improve r elations between the county law enforcement agency and the local police department. • • • Municipal Recreation Director Francis T. Malloy and • James B. Mahoney, Jr., head lifeguard at the Pierce Island swimming pool, today were appointed special police officers at a meeting of the Portsmouth police commission. The commission also accepted the quarterly reports of City Marshal William J. Linchey and former Marshal Leonard H. ewitt. I Pol ice Report 1-s I LINCHEY SAID he would retain his authority as deputy 1,heriff but · abandon all civil proceedings and county salary if allowed to do ,so Portsmouth police may h ave to orby law. Linchey said Frink has der more sleeping quarters if th~ sought a ruling from Superior Court rush of ,;tourist" trade continues. Justice John R. Goodnow. If allowed City Marshal William J. Linchey to retain his county police authority, reported today that 272 lodgers were Llnchey would be em,powered to accommodated at the station durmake arrests and handle criminal ing the past three months. cases elsewhere in the county. Linchey also said two suspects Linchey's intention to impr9ve rewere arrested for out of town of. lations between the local, county, ficers during the past three mon ths; state and national law enforcement 18 auto offe1ises; one disorderly agencies was emphasized last night conduct defendant; 69 drunks; one when he was the guest of honor at larceny case; one malicious m ischief a reception at Howard Johnson's case; six lockups for safe keeping; restaurant. The reception was attwo robberies; six violations of city tended by attaches of Sheriff Frink's ordinances; 50 open-door discoveroffice, and various law tnforcemen,t ies; and three non-support cases. officials throughout the state. Linchey stressed to the guests that the "door'' of the Portsmouth police department "will always be open to law enforcement officials from the city, county, state and federal governments." Sheriff Frink, toastmaster, introcl.uced Linchey's fellow deputies and rlther guests. Frink also presented 'Lodging' Increase WILLIAM J. LINCHEY • • , Just Call Me Marshal '3\, Linchey Promises 'Progressive' Force Former City Councilman William J. Linchey, 52, was sworn in today as city marshal and promised a "clean, courteous and progressive" police administration as well as a training program for local policemen. Linchey was sworn into office by City Clerk Eileen D. Foley in his flower-decked office at city hall. Present during the ceremony were Mayor Cecil M. Neal; Police Commissioners Orel A. Dexter, J. Verne Wood and J. Paul Griffin ; Judge Jeremy R. Waldron ; and approximately 20 municipal employes and friends. Linchey announced his ?Jans for al Buf City Manager Peterson said tra1~g program to begm shortJy. City Solicitor Arthur J . Reinhart is He said a fiye-week school will_ be studying state statutes in an atheld next wmter for local policemen. Lin_chey also . said a training tempt to settle the matte~." Pet~rson course will _be outlined for depart- added that he and Reinhart believe ment ap~omte~s before th ey as- th11-t Chapter 64, Section 7 of the su~e the~r d~ties. . state statutes provides the necessary My chief aun wil! be th e devel- legislation. Under the state law the opment of a progressive department. . 1 e1ec. . f counc i1 can e Ith er ca11 a spec1a I want to assure th e citizens O tion or -leave the t unfilled til Portsmouth that each new patrol. J>°':5 un man will be trained before he is th e regular election m November. ; Llnchey and his wife with a reading · lamp in behalf of county officials. I allowed to assume his duties," Linchey emphasized. • • • "I ALSO PLEDGE a clean, courteous and efficient department-9, depal'tment that the citizens will be proud of," Linchey added. Llncihey yesterday resigned from the council in a Jetter to Mayor Neal and the councilmen. He wrote, "I regret that I am not able to complete my term of office. I enjoyed serving as a member of the first city council under the city manager form of government." Meanwhile, Linchey's resignation has created a problem for City Manager Edward C. Peterson and the councilmen. There is no legal machinery in the present city charter to cover appointment of Llnchey's successor. I • • • ALTHOUGH STATE law sp~cifies tha.t the special electi0n be hel_d in the ward represented by the ex-councilman, Peterson said he believed the election would have to be city-wide. Under the ·present city charter the councilmen are atlarge and do not represent speclific wards. (Under Dover's council-manager plan, a council vacanacy would be filled by the council. Dover's charter stipulates that the appointee be "qualified" and receive the votes of at least five councilmen. The appointment in Dover would have to be made before the council's second regular meeting after the vacanc:'( was created.) • • • PRESENT WERE County Solicitor and Mrs. Wyman P. Boynton; Police Commissioners Dexter, Wood and Griffin; Donald Sweeney, state probation officer; Deputy Sheriff and Mrs. James Curran of wentworth Acres; Deputy Sher~ and Mrs. Everett. E. Judkins of Epping; Deputy' Sheriff and Mrs. Floyd I. Gale of Hampton; Rye Police Chief an d Mrs. A. Manning Remick; George Hilton ~f the Brentwood house of correction, and Mrs. Hilton; Deputy Sheriff Alfred Gosselin of Raymond; Deputy Sheriff Ralph Berry of Newmarket; Deputy Sheriff and Mrs. 1William Walker of Deerfield; Deputy Sheriff and Mrs. Charles B. Osgood of Exeter; Deputy Sheriff and j Mrs. Earl Pollard of Windham; and Deputy ·Sheriff and Mrs. Ralph Stevens of Londonderry. Marshal Llnchey was presented a watch Wednesdil.y by employes of the C. E. Walker & Co., of 3 Marcy street. Linchey was employed by the 1 coal company for 18 years before his appointment as marshal. The watch was presented to Linchey by Charles H. Wall~er, the firm's president. I New Long Form S In Use Here for <5 } Police Aspirants Applicants for Portsmouth police positions will have a larger bill to fill in the future. City Marshal William J. Linchey announced today tha.t a n ew method of a,pplications has been adopted by the police commission. Linchey said the new system was recommended by the International Association of Ohiefs of Police, Inc., in Washington. In the past applicants had a bleak four-pa,ge form to fill out, but in the .f uture applicants will have to undergo an intensive quiz of personal traits, an oral interview and te.st on a ppearance, manner, speech, adaptability and general impression. Oonfiderutial inquiry blanks, containing questions as to the appli- -; cant's honesty a nd otber qualities, will be sent to acquaintances of the candidates. Linchey also said that applications' ' will not be distributed untU vacanc!es occur in the department. In the past, applicants could obtain forms at any time and submit them for commission consideration. �-The Big Question: I ~\ Would the Pia;; Work? It ·Did! I Betweeh 2 and 2:16 pm yesterdazy-, - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * f e e t - a n d that's about all there was to it. It was the · same in four places. shire. Cruisers screeched to a stop, GreenEleven dejected · men sat In clad troopers, led by Portsmouth poHe s~t behind the closed doors of the dingy rear room of the lice in plain clothes, poured out of his office in the police station, and Cosmopolitan club on Deer street the cars, long sledge hammers like the drowning man going down yesterday afternoon. They were swinging menacingly at their sides. for the third time, nervously reringed by broad-shouldered state They didn't say a word or look to viewed in his mind the myriad detroopers, impassively surveying the right .br left. Th.ey ran to the ta.ils of his plan to smash the bits of evidence. The place was doors of theit objectives and smashhorse-betting racket in Portsquiet as a mausoleum. ed their way through. mouth. SuddenJy, from an adjacent • • • Several cruisers loaded with radio shop the strains of "Don't AT THE LINO-MART, the sledge Portsmouth police and state troopFence Me In" blared loudly hammers beat a steel bar off a door. ers, he knew, were converging on through the neighborhood. At 3 Market square, the heavy bludtheir four objectives. Had someone geon hurtled through frosted glass The st-ate troopers burst Into spotted them? Would there be a in a panelled door and the troopers loud laughter a-nd the prisoners tipoff? Would some small, silly burst through and up a stairway alreturned sickly smiles. blunder wreck the whole plan? most without breaking their stride, * * • At the Cosmopolitan club, a LINCHEY HAD BEEN marshal up with the Jennings murder ca.se trooper used his boot. The lusty kick officially tor only 22 days. Damn- in 0S$ipee. burst the door and the raiders ing evidence of a ffourishing gambLinchey !mew also that when the greeted a room full of men, ~o ling racket had been furnished him troopers were poised for a raid a startled they had· only half risen by The Portsmouth Herald. But be- few weeks ag-0, the word got around from their chairs around •a betting fore he could crack down, he had on 'the g,amblers' grapevine. All table. · to measure each preliminary step operations in Portsmouth ceased The 11 men found in the Cosmopolitwn club were held there for with careful deliberation. for several days. more than an hour while the raid• • • He called in the state police because he wasn't completely faBUT NOW, the striking force was ing officers rummaged through the miliar with the setup and back- on its way. There was no stopping three disordered rooms in search of it. If the "bookies" lost in this all- evidence. ground of his own department. He out assault, Linchey was determined About an hour after they had wasn't certain his department they'd never open again. Every man first struck the telephone rang twice, could handle it ~one. Besides, he in the Portsmouth police depart- and each was a call to place a bet. needed the additional men th e . ment would be responsible for car• • • state force could supply. rying out those orders. THE STATE TROOPER on duty Then Linchey found that the Linchey watched the clock creep- near tne phone adopted a flat, state police alread\Y knew a.bout the ing slowly toward 2:16. From his nasai vOlice tone and obligingly aogambling rackets in Portsmouth. position of sol!titude in the police comodated both callers taking orders They had authority from Atty. station, the new city marshal could for bets totaling $20. curiously, the Gen. William L. Phinney to move not see what happened, but, an es- second "customar"-and probably in whenever they could. One time timated 2,000 strollers and down- the last to attempt doing business the state troopers were balked be- town shoppers did see. oaun their investiga,tor.s were tied Crash, • • bang. • • 1, 1huHle of (Please turn to page two) ·. • Clty Marshal William J. Linchey was the loneliest man in New Hamp- 25 The PlanWorked(Continued from page one) Apropos in, Portsmouth for a while identified himself as ''J. Hartford," namesake of the man who was originally responsi·ble for ·the crackdown. A "leak from 'Reek' " was a little late' at · the Portsmouth Lino-Mart. , Fully an hour after police had crashed their way into the establishment, the telephone rang and was picked up by a state trooper. A frantic voice asked for "Jimmy" but the caller was informed that he had "just stepped out.'' "Then you'd better tell him to close up right away," was the desperate warning. "The state troopers are in town busting things wide open." Before hanging up, the caller authenticated the "tip" by saying, ''This is Reek." • • • AT PENHALLOW street where the raiders picked up a "ticker" tape machine, the troopers warI rants covered three proper-ties. l05, 107, and 109. Two of the three ' were splintered by the sledge wielders. A quick search of the 109 add,ress disclosed just an ordinary rooming house. But on the third floor' of 107, the raiders caught a prize in what they believe to be the Portsmouth headquarters of the ring. There they found Jani.es F. Katz equipped with two unlisted telephones and a• telegraph machine. Capt. Lloyd N. McGraw led the foray into the Lino-Mart and his squad left nothing to the imagination. They prowled through three floors of the building, patiently combing through numerous business records and books for evidence. • • • DEPUTY MARSHAL Dougal D. McLean spearheaded the lightning attack on the Deer street Cosmopolitan club. The seven troopers under his charge crashed a f-ront 2nd r ear door simultaneously and couldn't conceal their amusement at the gape-mouthed stares of the 11 men "caught in the act.'' Sgt. Martin O. Betz was genuinely chag:rined when he and the _ 1 three troopers working in his detail cracked the Ma1,ket square apartment and found only an overturned desk, a telephone yanked from the waH and hastily-opened <lrawers. The four men obviously had hoped for -a bigger prize. But when they left the apartment carrying a drawer full of papers and a bag of evidence, they agreed, "-We got something anyway-and we had a lot of fun." Back in the police station, City Marshal Linchey dabbed at his brow with a handkerchief, and considered the job well done. ,. �Herald Reporters Tell Own Story Of Undercover Gambling Probe \. 'l.5 By ROBERT Il. MORRISON and EDWARD G. McGRATH Our $7 was racing eight cops, and as far as we were concerned it was the closest race of the season. A payoff was due from a bet on the first race at Suffolk-but also due at 2:15 Friday was a raiding part.y of Portsmouth police and state troopers. Time was riding our entry, however, and it wound up in a "photo finish." Les~ than 30 seconds before the first kick by a heavy-booted state trooper smashed open a locked entrance in the Cosmopolitan club, our winnings were safely tucked away. • • • IT WAS IRONIC, perhaps, that we should have the dubious honor of receiving Portsmouth's last bookie payoff. For as it happened we were anxiously awaiting the climax of a. two-and-a-half-months-long investigation of the horse gambling rackets-an investigation which began May 9, the first day we reported for work at The Portsmonth Herald, Friday, as on every other day that we entered the Deer street "social" club, a short, ruddy-complexioned man sat at a dilapidated desk. The stuffy atmosphere of the room brought sweat to his brow. Swiftly and accurately he shuffled . paper money like cards ln a deck, receiving bets, making change and paying winners. Simultaneously, he recorded reEND OF THE TRAIL-Two Portsmouth Herald reporters, Robert H. Morrison, left, and Edward G. McGrath, sults or relayed selections 'o a part- center, wait their turn to be questioned during Friday's raid at the Cosmopolitan club, 147 Deer street. At the ner on a telephone hookup at "Ports- right is Joseph G. Mills of 25 Winter street. For th e two reporters the raid meant the end of 10 weeks of under- I1 mouth 4376." cover activities in connection with "bookmaking" in Portsmouth. (Portsmouth Herald photo) . .,. tape Information received from that same partner, he would bellow, "They're off at Suffolk!" His raucous voice ' ed the running or the race. This was a man with a memory trained to recall the name or initials of every bettor, with a mind trained to coordinate the complex operations Involved when between 10 and 30 gamblers nervously wagered their earnings or savings for "easy" gain. This was Adam "Stuka" Belmestieri. Habitues of the betting parlorworkers for the most part with a few dollars to waste were seated at two large ti&les. With all the avidity of college seniors cramming for their final exams, they studied race sheets. Others were passing the betweenrace time playing cribbage. Then came the crash! "Stuka" lunged at a pile of greenbacks on his desk. Eleven patrons leaped to their feet in confused and speechless surprise. overturning chairs ·and adding to the momentary din of door-crashing police. REPEATING TICKER "Spend as much money as neces- I sary," he said. "Well," we thought to ourse1Ve8, "a few bucks i nthe pocket can always soften a tough assignment." Little did we imagine the long hours of monotony, boredom and impatience that were to follow. tarlly-and it was only momentary, ' We were told !mat no one, includbecause the firm shove by a hus- lng the other reporters, was to know ky ,111x-foot trooper sent him of our association with the paper. sprawling on a nemy couch. Hencefort'h we were told to be visit. ing job-seekers, and the only conOur assignment was now com- tact with our employer would be pleted, and as we submitted to a questioning and search by Deputy through nightly secret meetings Marshal Dougal :Mc.Lean, our with the managing editor. thoughts wandered back to the • • • day in May when J. D. Hartford, OUR JOB would have been simpublisher of The Herald, gave the plified had we cast aside caution, investigation its initial impetus. freely asked the location of bookie · • • • joints and entered without intro- i WE ARRIVED at the newspaper duction. But the risk of possible ' prepared t.q limit our literary ef- suspicion couldn't be afforded. fort., to routine assignments. No Certain bookies in Portsmouth, we bookie was more surprised by Fri- discovered, could hardly have operday's raids than we were when our ated more openly had they hung out new employer received us with a signs to advertise their shady busibrief welcome and said, "your ness. irst job ls to get behind the scenes In the rear of Joe's barber shop of the city's gambling rackets!" at the corner of Vaughan and our bewildered expressions dis I School streets, for example, betting • • • appeared as he unfolded detallec slips were filled out, racing sheets OUR REACTION was instinctive plans of QPa:,i Ion and briefed 111 studied and cash transactions made too,-to jump up at the sudden, on Portsmouth's gambling sltuatlo with the School street door wide headlong rush of green-clad troopopen. ers. The speed of their invasion through two doors quashed any e apparent indifference of local police at that time was demonstrated by an officer who directed traffic at the intersection each _afternoon except Saturday and Sun~ day. He would stand opposite the open door while waiting for youngsters to be dismissed from the Farragut school. Gamblers won and loot their money right before his gaze-unless he was extremely near-sighted. plans for destruction of evidence or escape that might have existed. Confusion ended and desponde y set in when bur -efficers invited the gamblers to "be seated, gentlemen!" One reporter hesitated momen- j • • • CHARLIE'S BARBER shop at 107 Vaughan street was another example of "wide open" operation. Customers continued to frequent 1 the establishme'D.t despite the fact that its owner, and only tonsorial artist, was enjoying a vacation in Greece. Needless to say, they weren't receiving haircuts. But the apparent lack of caution on the part of these bookies was misleading. Theirs was a relatively small busi- . ness. The leaders in the racket, with their race wire "ticker ma.chine to . provide up-to-the-minute reports from tracks throughout the nation, exercised every precaution possible to conceal the location of t'heir "nerve center." Experience verified the wisdom of a. slow, step-by-step plan. We soon became aware of the necessity of weighing every word before speaking, of analyzing every move. l • • • 2~ �The horses left the post at 3 :30 "Who are you guys?" but we had to sweat out the result Wlth a. "what's It to you'' ste.re, Our hopes for a sudden end to the" a. strangel"'1lad'"rald" written on It. for a.bout 30 minutes, waiting for we replied "EM and RM" our lnlnow boring assignment were shatThey knew their customers. Suspia radio report over a. Boston sta- tlals. tered when the club and Charlie's cion could easily bar us from their tion. Incldently, we lost. 1 • • • barbe·r shop uneXIJ)ectedly closed betting parlors and bring the inI Now we seemed to be "ln" with HE HESITATED, continuing his before the raid materialized. vestigation to a.n ultlmely end. the gambling fraternity. Charlie's stare, and then took our money A leak had sprung somewhere But let's start from the beginning. ba.rbershop was the first rung of the ' without further questioning, apalong the line. The first week we worked 6eparlndder that led to the high command parently assuming that we couldn't The first day of the two-week ately and then joi:ied forces. of the bookle rackets. have passed the guard at the door shutdown period we met "Joe-theDime after dime, dollar a!ler • • • without his approval. bookie" on the street and asked the dollar, was spent, treating care cusSEVERAL DAYS passed before It was then that we discovered the reason for the shutdown. tomers to beer. we talked to barwe progressed further. Watching full extent of precautions taken to "Don't know," he replied, "Got my tenders, navy yard workers, serviceand waiting, we patiently made eliminate Incriminating evidence, to orders." . men, traveling 11alesmen and just dally visits to the barber shop. keep secret the \oca tlon of race wire In a Vaughan street cafe we ran \ plain bums-to everyone pooslble Then one afternoon as we sat at equipment and to prevent disclosure across "Stuka" and asked why the In the hope of bearing those golden- ' the small, wobbly table studying of the Identity of the "high comclub was no longer In operation. He toned words, "C'mon, let's put a racing forms, a horseplayer called mand." merely shrugged his shoulders and buck on the ponies I" "Slim" entered. It was then that we first saw the said nothing. Morning, afternoon and night w_e "Got the sheets for the club, Joe?" hocus-pocus pattern. BeWng slips • • • continued the weary, dreary, bee1y he asked. \ weren't used In this "clever" operaTHAT SAJ\IE DAY our horseplay- • life. We lived In a world of smoke"Sure," the bookie answered. tlon. Rather, all selections were Ing acquaintances Informed us that filled pool balls, noisy barrooms and "Here you go." phoned to one of three numbers, bets could still be placed, however, "greasy spoon" restaurants. These few simple words, In a sense, Port.~mouth 3400, 4375 or 4376. with ''Al" In the back room of 'Jol!'s we discussed baseball, prize fights, i were the keys to the success of our These, of course, were unlisted In barber shop on Vaughan street. politics and weather, always looking Investigation. They led us to the the phone book. 'l1hls esttlbllshment was J:,usy durfor an opening to Inject a subtle Cosmopolitan club. It was th ~re The "hendqunrters" recorded the ing the shutdown of the other betmention of horse racing. that we oblnlned the lnfonnntion Information nt a then unknown loting places but later appeared to be • • • a small, one-man operation, which revealed the location of th e cation. He phoned back results hot WE WERE DECOJ\1ING Impaheadquarters. We continued to place bets with tient-even discouraged-when the outwardly casual but Inwardly as o!f the race wire, adding the inlthe varlou., bookies until last F'rlbreak finally came. excited as a dog at a cat show, we tials or names of wlnnl~ gamblers day's successful raid, e. d d Ing A youth In his early twenties, who followed "Slim" as tar as an alley and the amount of Individual paylnfonnatlon to data gained from described himsel! as a jailbird, Henadjacent to 147 Deer street, then offs. other sources by The Herald. ry Wallace addict, hitchhiker, d~shed to a vantage point near the • • • And how did we fare as hand!• gambler and expert pool player, railroad station ·where we witnessed THE PAYOFF DATA was written cappers? Well, our only profit was joined us for a beer In a Vaughan a procedure reminiscent of speak- on a "magic elate" or "Scotch pad" the experience. street cafe. which enabled the bookie to erase In the 10-weeks period, we poured The usual routine was followed, easy days. • • • markings by merely lifting an acea total of $154 Into the pockets of but unlike our previous guests, he 0 UR UNSU PECTING guide ap- tate sheet. the bookl'?s. The $52 that we got • nibbled at the bait. back in winnings llnally stayed with proached •a door at the end of the If written notes concerning bets "Let's go to Charlie's and spilt a alley and rang a bell. were brought Into the club, they the bookies, too. bet" he suggested. There was a brief delay. He put were carefully burned In a metal From what we could lea.rn, that's ,;Well," we replied reluclantl}, his face In line with a. small peep- tray on the floor. just about ihe way It works on the "We aln'l got much dough today. The entire operation, they be- average. Strictly a sucker's game! "Aw c'mon," he plenclrd, "we ~1111 hole cut In the center of the door. The doonn1m, apparently recognlzearh put. a hur-k nn 'Pickpocket In llevcd, was foolproof. Ing his fellow gambler, admitted Locked doors would delay a raidthe fourth at Suffolk ." ' him to the club. t we then relaxed on a bench at Ing party. Meanwhile, according o ANO SO we went to Charlie'11 hill'\Jhe railroad 11tatlon, ostensibly the apparent theory, Incriminating t JI Information on the "magic slate" b cr shop and added three rlollars to reading timetable butclub ac ua y would be eliminated by one quick ''Joe-the-Bookie's" b an k ro 11 · watching aactivity at the door. At the first meeting with R Port~Within a. 20-mlnute period we motion of the hRnd. mouth bookie we sermed as we!- counted 12 men entering and eight Police would find a social club, come as two mllllonalres at a chorus leaving. nothing more. girls' picnic. Our barroom acquaintThe following day fortune again But they didn't foresee the speed ance apparently was I\ highly rewns with us. of the raid as It came. And with all iiarded customer. NRturnlly, any "Slim" appeared at a nearby bar- the precautions, there was one link friends of his were acceptable to th e , room grinning from ear to ear. A In the chain that couldn't be secured gambling operator. . . "hit" in the flrst race put him In a -the telephones. The bookie WRS co nd uctmg his jovial and-to our advantage-a lo• • • business In a dingy back room of the quacious mood. THESE PHONES-numbers 3400, barber shop. "How'd the first come out,'' we 4375 and 4376-permltted a barrier At the sight of folding money. he a.sked knowingly. of secrecy to exist between the headgenerously supplied n stub?Y p~ncll "'Amen· by a nose," was the quarters and club. and 8 scrap of paper saymg, Put But they also built a bridge beyour bet on this. boys." . . answer. • • • tween the betting parlor and Its di• This WRS like hRndlng 'f'i.11 !1'la nd 1'\VO mrnR.S LATER, RS he slid rectlon center, ers a copy of the Portsmou th phone off his stool and headed for the door, During ottr many visits to th e book. we didn't know wllR.L to do an Idea hit us. Why not follow our club we overheard those numbers City Marshal William J. Llnchey with the blank shC'C't, new betting •'friend" to the club, only once or twice as they were betoday •announced plans to seek po• • • and when the ·door Is opened on his Ing called. lice department control of the local FOR "F.XPF:Rlf:NCED'' p;Rmbl~rs , recognition, pass through close on But they gave us fue key to the taxi Industry. we were amR1.lngly Ignorant of the his heels? Possibly, It would be as- penhnllow street and Portsmou th "I advocated police control while betting procedure. But our "friend" sumed we were guests of his. Lino-Mart "headquarters" of James a member of the city council and I unwittingly cAme t.o the rescue by we braced onrselve&, for nn un- F. Katz. · haven't changed my mind now that -I · welcome recrptlon and took the The day following our firS t adI'm head of the department," Lln·1 pl11ci1; a completed slip on the chance. When the door opened "".e mission, we decided to attempt chey explained. table In front of us. sauntered Into the club with the air entry on our own. We ran~ t~~~o's He · said he will sponsor such leg• It looked like this: of a member In good standing. A gruff voice inside aske , lslatlon during the 1950 session ot Suffolk Downs (track) Once Inside we studied the bet- I there?" · e the General Court. 4th (rncr) t1·ng oper;tio~ for nearly an hour For lRck of a better answer, w Llnchey said he also will propose Plckpocke t (I1orsc) before placing a wager. When we choruse d , "Me 1••" • • that the city council force taxi own1-0-0 <nmount be t ; win, place evrntually p!Rced the bet. onr Iners and operators to be fingerprinted "OH!" THE voice responded In an or show) vestigation was threatened with a , and that city ordinances be revised enlightened tone, and the door was PK (bettor's initials) premature ending. to enaple the council to revoke the I We then completed our slips. The bookie knew the names or opened. After we spent several monotonlicense of any owner or operator like old hands at the game, and Initials of each of the 11 bettors awaiting superior court action on handed them with $2 to "Joe." He present. In addition, each possessed ous and hot afternoons In the 1-crlminal complaints. 'j\. ')..~ added the cash to a. wad of bills a club membership card. When he smokey clubrooms obtaining s~fand gRve the slips to his co-worker, rrRJl:r,ed that we were i;trangcrs, he flclent Information to plan a raid, "Pett!.'' stared et 11s lnqulRltlvely, asking: the tnots were forwarded to the state . police by The Herald. TO THESE BOOKIF.S the face of i ... Police Control Of Taxis Sought l I :i~ I �EiM·e,-~ Pi~a d . . N'O-t' Guilt·y' ) ' .. ' ~\i'J..;> . . . A two-months-long undercover investigation by The Portsmouth Herald came ,to a swift and dramatic climax yes, terday afternoon when a picked squad of local pollce-as·M. >.lJ_-an,.ov~rwhelming; sledge-wi,eJding f_grce of state · -s=..'ltfifaliyt-Stxl'a."SHett ,. -Portsnout~'s:"; lfPX-&!-betfi.11&1 racket bits. : . ' . ., ' ,, , . i , • • · The lfghtning.:.fast-crackdown caug~t·a total of-14 men, five of whom were pooked at polife headquar~rs. The nine others were ,;eleased after rigid questioning, subject to pos.._ sible .court • summons. I .Krraigned today , durin~ a crowded, .half-~our muni• cipal court sessiop were James F. Katz, 31, of _ 673 South street; Arthur F. Johnson, 37, of 215 Richards aven~e; Ad8Jll 1 Belmestierl,, 35, of 29 Wall street; John Fra~lc, ahas John Letterio, 63, of 105 . Penhallow street; and W1lbra R. Spinney, ·as, of South ~liot. · Frank was charged with allowing his premises to be used for gambling and the other four defendants were arraigned on charges of maintaining a gambling place. All five pleaded innocent through their attorneys and their to r ·'- . ti _. tll Wed cases were con nucu" un • nes!la.Y, Aug. 3• Ball of $5oo was continued in each ca.se; Atty. Samuel Lew originally entered • a plea. of guilty tor Katz but changed It to Innocent when Judge Jeremy R. Waldron indicated he would impose a. $500 fine and a. suspended • one-year jail sentence. A dingy, littered hangout at 147 Deer street, known as the Co.s' mopolltan club. one o! the city"s most centrallylocated places o! business, the Portsmouth Lino-Me.rt a,t 108 Market street. , A trim, third-floor apartment "hideaway" overlooking Market square. • • • STARTING FROM an acquaintance made over a glass of beer, their trail followed a. long and often tiresome course before it led to the first chance to place a bet. That bet wasn't laid in 0ne of the places raided yesterday, but It was the beginning. Soon they were making bets dally with hearty acceptance in three betting parlors that operated full-tilt every day the horses ran. They documented every step of their Investigation, to the point of recording every bet they made. But it was not until the evidence was so weighted with personal experience and close observation that plans for "cracking down" were finally mapped. They were listed by police as: Jooeph G. Mills, 48, of 26 Winter street. 1 Ralph Oliver, 48, of 32 Union street. Joseph Borgkvist, 38, of Kittery. Thomas J. Wallis, 39, of 39 Mt. Vernon street. Horace E. Whitlock, 45, of 270 Richards avenue. Norman K. Spinney, 27, of Kittery. Fiori J. Sacco, 33, of 100 Deer street. Oscar F. Herring, 52, of 228 Hanover st.reet. John Paola, 20, of 30 WalI street. Leroy N. Latiu·op, 37, of 80 Bow street. • • • Hartford, publisher of The Herald, com- , piled the Information and turned It over to City Marshal William J. Llnchey tor action. The action was not long In com- ; Ing. Although In office less than a month, Linchey quickly responded and set the wheels in motion for yesterday's raid. · With no advance warning, Linchey summoned four key officers of the Portsmouth department yesterday and gave them their instrnctions for leading the 20-odd state troopers who were made available aL his request by Col. Ralph W. Caswell, state police superintendent. THE TROOPERS came from all parts of New Hampshire and converged on Portsmouth with military efficiency. Their orders were to "smash through"-and they were well equipped for their mission. Levy eXIJ)lained that a $500 fine THE OPERATION yielded a big Meeting the city officers at a would be "too high" for Katz, but haul Ranging from a. worn-out j point of rendezvous near RockingJudge Waldron insisted: -ventillatlng fan to two barrels full ham and Woodbury avenues, they "If he'a oi3eratlng the kind of of racing machine tape, the evi- I separated Into tee.ms and moved 'bua!ness the ate.te charges, f 5oo dence Included $775 in cash a with close timing by different routes 1a Juat 'chicken feed' to him." race wire "ticker" machine, sev~ral Into the city. A detail led by Deputy Marshal • • • radios, racing forms, scratch sheefs THEN LEVY, obviously piqued and a conglomeration of other Dougal D. McLean hit hard and by the Judge's statement, said: i;lip.s and papers. fast at the Cosmopolitan club on "Ilf that"s the case let's start Betting parlors In two Vaughan Deer street. Bringing their two from the beginning and we'll enter street barber shops-known to the cruisers to a screeching halt, the --..p)ea. of not guilty." police and frequented by The Her- raiders broke their way through 1!.evy also represented Belmestlerl \ ald's undercover agents during their three doors almost before their arand Spinney. Atty. Charles J. Gr!!- investigation-were passed up in the rival was noticed. I fin was counsel for Frank and Atty. raid as "small fry." • • • Harold M. Smith represented JohnMarshal Linchey said he would ONE OF THE troopers had his , son., J '. : , • summon operators of both estab- sledge hammer poised to smash 1 • M8re than JO 1pect&tore and police llshments and "lay down the law" down a peep-hole door when an crowded Jnto the fOUrtToom and to them. occupant unwittingly obliged by Though It struck with split-sec- opening the door. only the alert1more than aL dozen more were· turned · ond suddei1ness, the story behind ness o! the trooper, who checked away by Judge Waldron. the raid actually began two the downward swing of the blud• • • ' months ago with a quiet and pain- geon, prevented a serious injury. TARGETS OF yesterday's preci- staking plan' In the offices of sion assault by the joint force of , The Portamouth Herald. Deputy McLean and the troopers 1 state and city police were four • • • wasted no time once inside. They prominent downtown places within THAT WAS WHEN two newly- immediately seized all materials :tlve blocks of each other. It was a hired reporters were given their first of possible evidence a~d quickly sudden, swooping operation accom- assignment-the "tough one". They searched the 11 astonished men pan1ed by the crashing o'f glass and were told to "get behind the scenes" . found present. splln~er!ng of wood. of the city's gambling rackets. ' Among these were The Herald's Some 2,000 persons near the ve.ri- 1 Unkown even to their fellow own undercover investigators, who , , ous ~ocations were veritably stopped , workers during their first six even then were unknown to the they lived in officers. 1 1n their tracks as the four raiding I week& on the Job, ' teams rushed, commando-like, , careful silence and did their work in • • • through busy streets _and stormed the world of form sheets and beer ONLY ONE, Adam "Stuka" Beltheir separate objectives almost at parlors. mestierl, was booked at police the same Instant. They were known in the local headquarters. The others were • • • betting fraternity only by their lniclosely questioned and released, THESE WERE the objectives tla\s-because that was t~e method with Instructions that they were that "fell" In the onslaught: used In the local system of record- I subject to possible court summons. : The apparent "headquarters" of ing wagers. tl1e local ''bookie" racket, a barren, • • • thlrd-flobr apartment at 107 Pe:J 'hall 'street. I I I I SEIZEn AT 'l'IIE Cosmopolitan ciub wus $238 in cash, $181 or which was taken Irom Belme:,tierl'.s pockets. The remaining $57 was found lying on a desk. The raiding party also confiscated two radios and a quantity of slips and paper:,. Inspector Dennis J . Kelley's detall sledge-hammered its way throug'11 doors at both 109 and 107 Penhallow street. A swift search of the building at the latter number !eel them to a third-floor •·nerve center" of the betting rackets. I • • • I • • • IT WAS TIIEN that J. D. • • • taken into custody and later booked at the 5t&tion. They were John Frank, found .in his second floor apartment, and J a mes F. Katz, who was in the third floor betting "headquarters." Confiscated there was a race wire "ticker" which at the time Was reporting the results of races at distant tracks. The troopers also seized $254 In bills and several more dollars in change. In addition they carted away two barrels filled with "ticker" tape and a wide assortment . of paper evidence. TWO MEN · WERE ... and ltatiz shrugged his shoulders in cheerful resignation as the troopers scanned his papers and, with an apparent attitude of cooperation, explained the Intricacies of the "ticker" machine to the troopers. Frank explained that he was not the ownel' of the building but leased It from a Sophie Tlgls of North Andover, Mas~. Raiders at the Port~mouth LinoMart, owned by Katz, were confronted by a heavily-barred door on a Hanover street entrance but quickly battered their way inside and discovered a dust-covered but well-equipped second-floor room. 'l'IIE NEATltY-GROOMED j well-known I • • • DIRECTEn BY Capt. Lloyd N. McGraw the troopers seized a radio, $213 in small b!lls in a vacant desk and various papers. Another $64.40 was found In a first-floor cash register. Wilbra R. Spinney, a clerk employed by Katz, was arre~ted and another store employe, Leon J . Fecteau, 25, or Newmarket, who arrived at the scene while the raid was In progress, was que~tloned and later released. �Tlr1fe, troopers led by Portsmouth Pol~ Sgt. Martin 0. Betz struck at e:'thJrd-floor apartment at 3 Market square, almost directly across the street from the North Congregational church. The four orncers charged up two flights of stairs Jn the full view of astonished crowds waiting for bu.~e~ at the corner of High strc-rt. They battered theh way through the fro.<:ted glass or 8 Isecond-floor door nnd swarmed into the sparsely-furnished apartment Jn a few seconds. • • • THE APARTJ\IENT, conslstlng or a kitchen. a dining room, a bedroom and a sitting ' room-appeared to have been vacated only a few minI utes before. The top of a large desk had been ripped off and dropped on the floor, Its drn wen; askew. A telephone wire had been jerked from the wall and kitchen cabinet drawers dangled open. The four officers dug Into the drawers, under the rugs, behind pie- tures, Into the upholstery of a sofaand into closet.~. Their search turned up a few sheaves of papers .. In an attic directly above the apartment, the oven of an old, black stove gnve up a paper bag full of printed slips. • • • ARTHUR F. <But.~y) Johnson, 37, l!~ted as a former occupant of the apartment, later was picked up on Richards avenue and booked at the police station. Police headquarters was a scene of bust.ling contusion as the various raiding parties returned with their stacks of evidence and prisoners and began the routine of fingerprinting and "booking". Meanwhile, the word of the raids spread throughout the city with electrifying effect. At a late hour last night, much o! the city still was asking, "What happened?" ·Linchey Orders All Devices Out Before Morning "Kelley and Coleman have a list of where nil the gambling equipment is located and I! the owners are still operating tomorrow morning we'll wipe them out," L1nchey continued. Asked whether the gambling device owners will be arraigned In municipal court, Llnchey added: 2Cases Dropped; Katz 'Kingpin~ 3 • • • "WE'LL DECIDE that a!ter to- morrow morning. But I intend to take every POSllble step to clean the city of gambling." Llnohey's action came on the heels or a llghtn!ng-fnst crackdown Friday afternoon on the "'backbone" of Portsmouth's horse-betting racket. The swift and drama.tie raids, instigated by a t,rn-months-long ' undercover Investigation by The Porl ■ mouth Herald, were carried out by a picked 11quad of local police, assisted by a sledge-hammer-equipped force of state police. I Fourteen men were caught In the four raJds and five or them were arraigned in municipal court Saturday morning on gambling charges. Their cases were continued until ' Aug. 3. • • • apparently put thd city's "bookies'' completely out of business. Significant of the effect of the raids wns a "!or rent" sign which appeared today outside the Cosmoplltan club at 147 Deer street, where one of the raids took place. TIIJ1: CRACKDOWN Meanwhile, a check with the state secretary"s office at Concord dlsclos• ed that the Cosmopolitan club was Incorporated March 9, 1946 as an organization "to provide a clubroom and to provide recreation and social improvements." A spokesman at the state secre- tary's office said the club was In• corporated as a "non-profit concern." The requirer! names or five incorporators were listed as: Wendell Belmont of 460 Dennett street. Oberdan R. Dallero o! 24 Saratoga way. Joseph Frederico of street. 80 Russell George Katsanos of 216 Deer Continuing his sweeping crack- · street. down, City Marshal William J. Angelo Katsanos of 216 Deer Llnchey today ordered all gambling street, devices removed from the city by midnight •'or we'll get rid of them The building Is owned by Dominourselves tomorrow morning." , !ck Paola of 30 Wall street who purchased It Oct. 1, 1945, from Teresa Llnchey, who spearheaded :i swift Paganelli. foray against four "bookie joints" Friday afternoon, said that his latest 'I L-.- --====-:;;)\~.~-:- J ultimatum applies to all slot machines, punch boards, lottery tickets and baseball pools. 1nchey Repeats Parking Warning "We mean business and we're not playing any favorites. My orders apply to everyone participating In any Corm of gambling. If they don't play ball with us we'll act and net fast,'' L!nchey warned. • • • TOE CITY MARSHAL said he has assigned Inspector Dennis J. Kelley and Patrolman John E. Coleman to "tour" local establishments, take an inventory of all gambling devices and warn the owners to "clean out" by midnight. Three Convicted, Ci_ty Marshal William J. Linchey remmded autolsts today that a police department drive will ' be launched_ tonight agal.41st al1-nfght parkmg m the business ctlstrlct. "I want to give driver.~ one last reminder before we take action " Linchey said. · ' The city mM-~hal sn!d tickets / will be placed on the automobiles of vl_olators and If all-night parking contmues the autoist.~ will be arrnlgned In munlclpRI court, on chargea of violating cit)' ordinance,. James F. Katz, 31, of 673 South street, was d~crlbed variously as the "kingpin," the "ringleader" and ' the "brains" of Port.smouth's bookmaking racket today as he and two fellow gamblers drew suspended jail sentences and stiff fines following their conviction in municipal court on charges of maintaining gamblh1g places. Convicted with Katz were Adam Belmestlerl, 35, of 29 Wall street · termed a "front" for Katz; and Albert F. Petrillo, 39, of 1006 Woodbury avenue, Introduced to the court a.s "no 11tranger to gambling laws." • • • ALL THREE were given nine- months suspended sentences in the house of correction, $300 fines each, and ordered to pay $8.94 costs. Katz and Petrillo appealed to the nex,t session of Rockingham county superior court and each was ordered held under $1,000 bond or $750 oash ball. Belmcstlerl reserved the right to appeal within the next 24 hours, Cornelius J. Lucey, 46, of 22 Tanner street also was arraigned on a charge of maintaining a gambling place but his trial was interrupted by a noontime recess and resumed at 1:30 this afternoon, • • • THE CASE of John Frank, alias John Letterlo, 63, of 105 Penhallow street, held on two separate charges of allowing his premises to be used for gambling purposes, was continued untU Aug, 11. Arthur F. CButsy) Johnson, 97, of 215 Richards avenue, and Wllbrn. R. Spinney, SB, of South Eliot, both charged with maintaining gamblln~ µl&l:es, avoided trial when their cases were nol prossed by the state. , Petrillo and Lucey were arrested yesterday afternoon and identified by two Porl■mouth Herald reporters, Edward G. McGrath and Robert H. Morrison, as boqklng agents. Testimony by both McGrath and Morrison, who conducted an undercover investigation of Portsmouth gambling activities, highlighted today's crowded court session. • • • pleaded Innocent through his cow1sel, Atty. Samuel Levy, was convicted on a charge of maintaining a gambling establishment at 107 Penhallow street, a building owned by Frank. State Police Maj. Dwight Comstock, who participated 1n the sweeping four-pronged rnJd on local igambllng establishment., July 2:J, testl.fled that he ftnd his l't\ldlng party found various gambling de• vices in a third-floor room occupied by Katz. Comstock ga!d Katz admitted under questioning that he "booked" horses at the Penhallow street address. KATZ, WHO • • • IN PASSING sentence, Judge Waldron informed both Katz and 'Aittomey Levy that the fine and suspended jaU term were intended to "deter" Katz from continuing · his gambling actlvit!e.s. LevtY • 86• sured the court that police "won't have any more trouble in the city with Mr. Kaitz booking bets." It was at this point tha,t CityiMarshal William J, L!nchey des• · crlbed Katz as the "ringleader'' and the "kingpin" of the local bookmaking racket. Later he referred to him e.s the "braln.s." Followmg trial of Katz, City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart moved to nol pross the case against Johmon, also arrested in the July 22 :raids. Belmestleri was charged with maintaining a gambling place a,t 147 Deer street, known as the Cosmopol1ta,n club, which was also raided by state and local police. • • • Dougal D. McLean and State Trooper Clifton F. Hildreth of Durham testified that they found racing sheets, ! a telephone, radio and paraphernalia. ' at the Cosmopolitan club during the raid. : Reporter McGrath testified that DEPUTY MARSHAL I he and Morrison made numerous visits to the Ca;.mopol!tan club to place bets prior fu the raid. McGrath said he and Morrison were in the establishment and had placed bets just before the police smashed their way Into the club. He identified Belmestlerl as the man in charge of the establishment. Belmestlerl was convict.ed a,fter City Marshal Linchey d6Srribed him as "just a front" for Katz. • • • JUDGE WALDRON noted that today's court appearance of Belmestleri wa:. "his third trip up here" W'hen he rejected the marshal's recommendation of a straight $500 fine and gave him "the same as Katz got.'" The two chaJ'ges against Frank were continued over the objections of his counsel, Atty. Charles J. Grlffln who pointed out that Frank appeared in court July 23 but was not allowed to defend hlmsel! because the state asked for a continuance at that time. . "He's ready for • trial again today 1 but the state is. not. I think he• should be given ·a chance to defend i himself today," Griffin argued. I • • • HOWEVER, ttie ,' c0~tlnuance until Aug. 11, was ordered by Judg~ I l ! Waldron after City Solicitor Rein- : hart explained that lilvo state wit- I nesses "are out of state" a.nd could I not _be contacted before today's ses- ) slon. , McGrath and Morrison were the ' only state witnesses during the trial of Petrillo. They tesUfled that they placed horseraclng bets with the defendant In a rear room of Joe's Barber shop at 129 Vaughan street on various occasions between May 30 and June 10. Attorney Levy, who also represented Petrillo, objected to the reporters' testimony, maintaining that they were unable to ,5 tate "specific" dates o! tnelr visits to the baz,ber'I shop. �Levy questioned McGrath and Morrison persistently 011 their ·b ackgrounds and emp!oyment co-:1nectlons. JOSEPH FEDERICO of Greenland, who operates the Vaughan street barber shop, denied that Petrillo .maintained a. gambling place tn the rear room and jnsl.sted that Petrillo a.nd a "group of friends" used the room to play cards. I Although McGrath and Morrison tdent!J\ed Fedeiico as the operator of the barber shop and said they saw him on their v1slt.s to the rear room, the barber den1ed that he ever saw the two newsmen. Before Petrillo was given the suspended jail sentence and the fine, City Marshal Llnchey Informed Judge Wa.ldron that Petrillo Is "no stranger to ge.mbling laws" and aald be has a police record dating back to 1936. Prior to the noon recess, Reporter MoOra.th underwent intensive questlorling by Atty. Frederick Upton of Concord, counsel for Lucey. • • • LUCEY WAS charged with maln- "They knew that 1f they didn't remove the equipment by last night we'd get rid of them this morning and so they agreed to cooperate with us," Linchey explained. • • • '. Street Repair ~Ur. Proiett Delayed Until September spector Dennis J. Kelley and Patrolman John E. Coleman found 10 pinball machines, three punch boards and one mechanical gambling device during a visit to the 11 business places yesterday. The establlshment.s and devices were listed by Llnchey as follows: l 1 The Recreation Bowling Alleys, I 311 State street, three pin-ball machines; Tilton's Tobacco store, 24 Market street, twopin-ball ma.chines; Winebaum News Service, 1 72 Congress street, one punch board; Bosen's Shoe Shine parlor, Congress street, one pin-ball machine; Ernie's Gulf Station, Daniels street, one punch board; Sherman's Drug store, Daniels street, one punch board; Bert's Diner, 21 Vaughan street, one pin-ball machine; Leo's Spa., 26 Vaughan stret, one pln-ba.ll machine; Collins' Diner, Daniels street, one pinball machlne; Shupe'a Pool room, Market street, one pin-ball machine; and the Portsmouth Country club, one electric ga.mbllng device. t.ainlng a. gambling establishment In the rear of Charlie's Barber shop, 107 Vaughan sbreet. McGrath testified that he placed beta with Lucey from May 13 to July 21. On each visit to the shop, McGrath said, he handed Lucey a. slip of paper Indicating the track, race and horse for which his bet waa intended. He also said he gave Lucey the money for the bet. Upton asked McGrath whether he rea.llzed he (McGrath) was violating the Jaw himself by placing bets during his undercover Invest!- 1 ga.tlon and Inquired whether McGrath had been told by police that he would be immune to arrest If he testified for the prooecutlon. I • • • I The $22,000 Pleasan~ street repair project will 11ot start until nfter Labor day, Public Works Supt. Nat s. Stevens said today. Originally scheduled to start this week, the project has been delayed, Stevens said, "m consideration of motoring tourists." "Ir we do the work now It will interfere with traffic into the city. We have delayed it this long, we might as well let it go until after the holiday," Stevens explamed. THE CITY l\lARSIIAL said In- THE REPORTER acknowledged I that he was viola.ting the law but- Llnchey said he assigned Inspec, tor Kelley to make another tour of the places today to see whether the owners had complied with yesterday's ultimatum. "If they're still there we'll removP, them ourselves and may even take action against the owners," Linchey warned. • • • THE WORK, expected to take about two months, wlll Include resurfacing from Court to Marcy streets. The street surface will be torn up and a clay base removed. The clay will be replaced by gravel and then the street surface will be I rctopped. The curbs also will be relined. Meanwhile, Stevens reports that gravel ls being placed on three streets at Elwyn Park. The surfaces will be retarred next week. He also said that State, Cass, Myrtle and Marcy streets, along with Newcastle avenue, are being swept so that a tar finish can be placed over them. The four streets, as well as Dennett street, recently were resurfaced. The public works department official also said that a huge tree has been removed from the front lawn of city ha!J and wlll be replaced by another. I Pleasant Street ,~ Work Delayed <j\. • • • · ONLY ONE coin machine owner protested the police drive, Llnchey said. The man, whose name could not be obtained but said by Llnchey I to be one of the largest distributors of pin-ball machines In the city, vlsJted the police station yesterday afternoon and asked the city marshal, "What's the big idea?" I Llnchey said he replied, "I'm not Igoing to argue with you. If you want to keep those machines ycu'd better get going and get them out of the I City." ; "If you don't move them we'll take I.hem out and keep them ourselves," Llnchey said he answered. The man made no reply and left Llnchey's office. The $22,000 Pleasant street repair project, originally scheduled to start within a. few days, will be delayed until early next month or even Inter, City Manager Edward C. Peterson indicated today. The delay was ordered, Peterson said, after the John H. Iaffola Construction company, which will handle the job, requested additional time to complete a project now in progress. "It doesn't make too much difference when we start because it will onlY take 60 days to finish, so we'll wait until early next month before deciding on a. specific date," Peterson explained. / emphasized that his probe wns part his assignment as a reporter for The Herald. Upton then a.sked M<:Grath whether he was reporting to police at various intervals on his investigation but the newsman explained that he reported only to his employer. ·, Attorney Levy waived examlnal tlon an dreading of the complaints In the ca.ses of both Katz and Belmestlerl,. but Levy resorted to close • questioning in the case against Pel\lEANWDILE, Dover Police Chief trillo. None of the defendants took the stand. Andrew H. McDaniel, apparently ~ - - - - - , - - - - - - - - - - ' spurred ·by Portsmouth's anti-gambling drive, Issued "clean up" orders to his me'Il. McDan1el expressed doubt that any gambling exists in Dover but added ,-i. that his police will keep a. "sharp eye" for bookies, slot machines, pinball ma.chines, punch boards, lottery tickets and baseball naoJs. I of I I • • Coin Machines ~ \ b Quick~y. ~emoved On .Police·. Order ·:· Portsmouth's coin · machine buslnesa was at a atandatill today a.a City Marshal William J. Lindley l~ensifled his drive age.In.st gambling activities. l.linchey said 11 local bll!lnessmen yesterda,y agreed to clear their establW1ments of a.11 gambUng devices_ or face _ police action today. Cogan's Successor On Board Named Ji I Resurfacing Job Begins Monday,(,'-' ' ~ Public works Supt. Nat s. Stevens today announced tha.t highway c!'ews will resurface ~ NeWQastle : a.venue from Maroy . to S\Yl;lth ~\reets Monday and Tul!.sda.y. l'~':·-~ 1 ~ Stevens said traffJo will be halted on the street while the project Is In proirrPs., . · Fire Chief George T. Cogan of Portsmouth l.s to be succeeded by a Na.shua fireman as a member Of the New Hampshll'e Permanent Firemen's-Retirement board. , Gov. Sherman Adams and his council today named Harold E. Rowe of Nashua to replace the local man whose term expires June 8, I New Fire Truck Purchase Goes -:s\.lo Before Council Pl'oposed purchnse of a. $15,000 fire depnrtment pump truck nnd three or four highway department 1 trncks and suggested repall's to the municipal Incinerator will be considered by the city council at Its regular meeting tomorrow night. City Manage!' Edward C. Peterson said he will suggest that the truck purchases and the Incinerator repairs be financed by a $45,000 bond Issue. Peterson said $15,000 of the bond Issue wlll be allotted to the fire department for a 500 to 750-gallon pumper; $15,000 for the highway department vehicles; and the remaining $15,000 for the incinerator repairs. • • • ANOTIIElt l\lAJOR l'l'El\l sched- uled !or discussion Is a supplementary budget o! about $5,000 requested by the school department to finance salary Increases to teachers. Peterson has been studying the school board's request and will report to the council tomorrow night. The requested supplementary budget represents 1% of the department"s 1049 budget of $547,891. Se_veral ordinances will be considered, also. One ordinance, scheduled for a third and final reading are ordinances providing an est\mated 10% sa!ary increase for 15 municipal officers and employes. The suggested pay boosts, principally for city hall workers, would · total approximately $2,200 annually. I Under the ordinances City Clerk Eileen D. Foley and City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart would be required to turn over all ifees to Uie city. The revision would mean a $1,800 annual boost In the basic pay or Mrs. Foley who form erly 1 e<:elved $2,200 yearly In addition to fees for registrations. But under the ordinances, outlined by Peterson, Mrs. Poley would receive a straight annual salary of $4,000. The lnci·eai;es are retroactive to Jan. 1. I I • • • THE ORDINANCES were referred to City Solicitor Reinhart several months ago after Councilman Mary C. Dondero described I.he proposed legislation as "Illegal.'' Relnhart's ruling ls expected at tomorrow night's meeting. Scheduled for a second reading are zoning ordinances which would revise present legislation pertaining to general residences and give the 1 council authority to limit construction to four classes. �A member of the Portmnouth Fireman's Relief association boa.rd of directors, Cameron was born 1n Cape Breton, Nova. Scotia., Attg. 20, 1873, and attended public schools there. He formerly resided in Gloucester, Mass., and before joining the department was employed at the Frank Jones brewery. Amazeen is the last living member ot the old Colonel Sise steam fire engine company and the father of Frank E. Amazeen, also s. permanent fireman. Arnazeen fondly remembers the i "old days,"' and can recall: "When I joined the department the fire wagons, except those at tbe Central station, were hauled by call horses. If two horses on an a.sh cart were colleoting ashes When the fire alarm sounded, the driver would unhlt.dh them and then drive them to one of the sub-stations." Portsmouth Men iNamed Firemen:, Two young Portsmouth men ha ve been named to positions as permanent firemen in the local fire ' department. The appointments o! Robert , Murphy, 30, of 980 South street, an employe at the Portsmouth naval shipyard, and Arthur Hersey, 31, of 1 Dearborn place, a truck driver, were announced today 1 by City Manager Edward C. Peterson. The men will begin work on Aug. 15, according to Peterson, and will serve six-month probationary terms before their appointments are confirmed. Hersey and Murphy, both "call" men in the fire department, will replace Duncan Cameron and Frank NOT SO PRO D PAPA-Fire Chief George T. Cogan holds str uggling M. Amazeen , whQ retired July 1. puppy "Intern" on one arm while with the other han~ he trie~ to d_rag his j I • • • l faithful Daln1atian, "Doc," into closer acquaintanceship. Doc 1s takmg absolutMy no interest in his young son-he was doing "quite nicely, thank you," before the youngster arrived to upset his tranquil existence. (Portsmouth Herald photo) 2 Veterans of 40 Years Service ..J £. 'l. \ Retire From Fire Department Two men, who joined the fire department when snorting horses pounded · down narrow Portsmouth streets dragging smoking, steaming apparatus, will retire July 1 after watching that same department grow into one of the most modem forces in this section. Retiring after more than 40 years service apiece are Duncan Oa.meron, 75, of 920 State street, and Frank M. Amazeen, 70, of 59 Sheafe street. The oldest member of the permanent force, Cameron became a. fireman Feb. 15, 1909, when the position paid an annual salary o! $780. He and his fellow firemen now Te• ceive $2,750. Cameron recalls: "In those days the •horses were housed on Court street in the old Central fire station that has gince been remodelled into a. garage." • • • DUNCAN CAMERON FRANK M. AMAZEEN "I WAS DRIVER of Steamer No. 3 and there was plenty of excitement in those ,good old days when we drove the galloping horses to fire." ~ AMAZEEN JOINED the Colonel Sise company, Nov. 1, 1904, as a driver and was appointed a fireman to the steamer April 1, 1911. His appointment as a. permanent man came on Oct. 1, 1917. The Colonel Sise company ls believed to be the oldest company in the country. It was organized Oct. 1, 1917. He was born in Portsmouth, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John E. Amazeen. After attending local schoois he we.s employed in a. local shoe shop and served for a time as a butcher and a Portsmouth naval shipyard employe. Both men will receive a monthly pension of approximately $100, fire department officials reported. Meanwhile, City Manager Edward C. Peterson has announced pla,ns to fill the two vacancies caused by the retirements. Peterson said applications may be obtained at his office and must be completed~md returned to him by 12 noon, July 1. • • • PETERSON SAID a written exam.! Jnatlon wlll be held at 9 am JUly 'f at the Senior high school. In addition, applicants will be given a. practical examination and will be rated on education · and experience. The I (Pleue turn to page three) applicants must be local residents and possess a. license to operate motor vehicles 1n the state. The applicants also must be 21 and not more than 35. The appointees will receive a $2,000 mini.mum and $2,750 maximum annua.1 salary. Only men may apply a.nd five points will be added to the earned ratings war veterans. Appointments will e made for a working test period of not less than · six months during which time the :lremen will be on probation. l of �1 Losses May Ff!rce Water,. Rates Up~ Water department losses . aging $9,000 annually may an increase in local water City Manager Edward C. Bon reported today. averforce rates, Peter- planned at the ggestion of the Peisch, Angell & Company of Norwich, Vt., which conducted the annual audit this year. It was pointed out that annual losses have been more th an $9,ooo for th e paSt four Peterson said definite action on a water rate boost will hinge on a yeBJ·s. 'I1he auditing firm said the deficits survey which will be made of operating costs and receipts in the may have been caused by a recent water department. increase in materials-"an increase which is more likely to be progres• • • THE CITY MANAGER said he will sive than recessive." Revenue from water sales totaled recommend an increase to the city council if his survey Indicates that $145,015 in 1948 while the total opthe annual losses cannot be ab- erating expenses were $154,216, rel!orbed by the water department it- sulting in a loss of $9,367. .self. • • • I 1947 the city i-eceived $142,Peterson said the sur_vey was 984 from wn..,.--er sales• and spen t $152,429 on operations. The loss repaid to the parking meter fund that year was $9,444. "as rapidly" as water department collections permit. The water department's financial • • • plight was further emphasized toMEANWHILE, City Manager day by City Auditor Wilfred E. Young who requested the city coun- Peterson and the council were studycil's permission to transfer $15,000 ing other recommendations outlined from the parking meter fund to pay by the Peisch, Angell & Company in the principal and interest on the its report released yesterday. One of the principal suggestions water department's bonded indebtin the report was that an annual edness. poll tax census be taken by uni• • • formed policemen, "carefully and YOUNG, in a letter to the council, said that the total pa yment thoroughly" supervised by the city amounts to $25 375 while the water council. It is expected that Peter- 1 department has a cash balance of son will pass the recommendation over to the council. only $19,360 in its treasury. The other recommendations conThe city auditor assured the coun- cerned the general operation of city ell that the temporary loan will be departments. I Community Concert Drive Bai'ley Aldrich 1 Covered Wagon Of Cambridge r " To Begin Here fuesday Heads Memorial Aid·s Bond Drive Here Monday ~ ,_ \'6 The Portsmouth Community Concert association will open a weeklong membership drive for the 19491950 season at a banquet meeting at 6:30 pm Tuesday at the Rockingham hotel. Gerald Devlin, field representative of the Community Concert service of New York City, will be guest speaker. He will show motion pictures featuring artists who have performed under the auspices of the service. The membership drive will be tor one week only, officials said. The campaign will open Tuesday night and close Mondaf, June 6. A total membership of 750 persons is the association's goal. The only membership requl.rement is the payment of dues during this week. College and high school students may obtain tickets at a lower rate, officials explained. • • • AT LEAST THREE concerts will be given during the season, and no tickets may be purchased after June 6, officials advised. Headquarters for the association's chiive will be at the New Hampshire Local Musicians Attend Festival 1 Gas ~~Eleotric company business office from 9 am until 5 pm daily. Bailey Aldrich of Cambridge, Miss Anne Withington of New castle Mass., was reelected president of will be headquarters secretary for the Thomas Bailey Aldrich memthe campaign. orial e,t the annual directors meetMrs. Harold sweetser, campaign . ing yesterday afternoon at the director, will speak at the dinner Court street home of the, editor, Tuesday. author and poet. Artists who have performed under Others ren amed were Dean E. S. the association's sponsorship during Wells K err of Phillips Exeter acathe past two years include the Don . demy, Exeter, vice president; Mrs. Cossack chorus, Russian singers; Wallis D. Walker of Rye, secretary, Richardo Odnoposoff, violinist; Gy- and Dr. Walker, treasurer. Other directors are Mr. and Mrs. orgy Sandor, pianist; the St. Louis Sinfoniet'-,a and George London, Louis deRochemont of Newington, Mr. e,nd Mrs. ~albot Aldrich, James baritone. w. Hannon and Dr. and Mrs. Lewis • • • ARTISTS FOR next season's pro- Perry, all of Boston, Miss Margaret gram will be ohosen at a meeting Warren of Dedham, Miss Rosamond Thaxter and Mr. a:µd Mrs. June 6 at the Rockingham hotel. Officers reelected at ' a recent Joseph Pepperrell Frost, · all of meeting were Maurice E. Witmer, Kittery Point. • • • president; Winslow M. Betitinson, OTHERS ARE Miss Mary L. first vice president, and Mrs. Howard Jackson, secretary. Elected , were Griffin, Miss Dorothy Vaughan, Mrs. Sweetser, second vice president, Mr. and Mrs. ~alph May, Mrs. R. and George A. Trefethen, treasurer. c. L. Greer, Geral<l D. Foss, all of Mr. Trefethen had been named Por tsmouth, Mrs. Bailey Aldrich treasurer in March to complete the , of Cambridge, Mr. and Mrs. Wilterm of Frederfok D. Garoner, w'ho 1!iam W. Howells of Kittery Point, · Mr. and Mrs. Myron R . Williams resigned. ·and John Mayher, both of Exeter, and Mrs. Vinton Cha,pin. Follol'ling the meeting, tea was served in the garden. Mrs. Walker poured. I One hundred fifty Portsmouth high school music student.s attend- e ed the New Hampshire Music fest! - ·r val held this week in Franklin. The local school was represented by the girls' glee club, the A Capel- i la choir, orchestra and band. Chaperones were Mr. and Mrs. John H. Jacobsmeyer, Mr. and Mrs. Clint0n Pridham, Mrs. Charles Romeo and David Kushious, school music director. I An historic covered wagon of the 1849 vintage will visit Portsmouth Mortday as a feature of the 1949 Opportunity Savings Bond drive .. The w1145on will be on display m Market square from 10 o'clock on, according to John W. Hoplley, campaign promotion chairman. Adopted as a symbol of the current campaign, the wagon is one which cBJ-i·ied pioneers to the West in the historic gold rush of 1849. • • • THE ANCIENT vehicle is one of 30 owned by Mayor Gronway R. Parry of Cedar City, Utah, a grandson of one of the '49ers. It has been used In western movies and in· re cent celebrations of settlement anniversaries in the West.The covered wagon, often call ed the "vehicle of em.pire," and "one of the most distinctively American devices of transportation In history," was firnt designed and built by the Pennsylvania Dutch in Lancaster county, Pa., the mid 1700's. The wagon will leave Portsmouth Tuesday mo1ning for Dover. in .. The Saturday morning story hour at the public library : is creating quite a stir among the junior set. One father calling for his moppet recently told Libra1ian Dorothy Vaughan that the family had tried to get an early start on a Saturday trip but had to delay their departure until after the story session. The library staff is more than pleased at the response of the youngsters and we hear that Mrs. Charles Batchelder, the story-teller, is enjoying it, too. ~ L,,., �~·Thursday Painters Open Exhibition , At Library Here3(•• Thirteen of Portsmouth's independent artists, known as the "Thursday Painters," opened their second annual exhibition at a private preview and tea this afternoon at the Portsmouth public library. The display wili be open to the public tonight and during library hours for the res t of the week. The exhibit includes about 70 paintings and two modelling exhi- , bits. The modelling was done by 10- 1 year-old Eileen MacDonald and Franklin True Jordan, 11, both pupils at the Sherburne school. The artists are Lester Avery, James Chenell, Mary Coad, Norman Coad, Bradley d'Entremont, Anna Eshom, Marion Fracher, Eleanor True Jordan, Elizabeth Mallet, Harry Mallett, Eleanor Rafferty, Doris Schlelper and Elizabeth Turcotte. LAND OF MAKE-BELIEVE-Portsmouth youngsters sit enthralled as Mrs. Charles Batchelder reads the tales which delight the heart of every youngster. This was the scene at the second children's story hour at the Portsmouth public library Saturday, (Portsmouth Herald photo) Members of the painting group will be in attendance during the week to answer questions. Visitors may vote for the · three pictures which they consider best. - -----·--,---* 5!~!d,,~!"~~~~~,?; /To I Somersworth Matt On Library Council James F. Malley of Somersworth was appoinLed to the state library council for a five-year term by Gov. Sh~rman Ada.ms and the executive council yesterday. · Malley succeeds Miss Dorothy M . Vaug .an, librarian of the Portsmouth libracy, and was one of 13 apJ.,olntments and reappointments at yesterday's session. 'J ~ '-<\ Library to Show n2> New Fall Books About 30 youngsters attended the second in a series of Saturday morning story hours at the Portsmouth public library last week. Miss Edith Brewster was guest reader. Mrs. Charles Batchelder ls directing the series being held at 10 am each Saturday for school children. Miss Dorothy l\L Vaughan librarian, announced today that 'new fall books will be on display in the library Nov. 13 to 19 in observance of National Book week. 6 7 Children Attracted Story Hour Series I dren 1s planned at the public library Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, librarl: an, announced today. Miss Vaughan said the first story hour wlll be held at 10:30 am tomorrow under the direction of Mrs Charles Batchelder or 1195 South street. They are scheduled for every Saturday morning. Library to Di play Catholic Books 1 \r I / Books pertaining to Oathollclsm wJJJ be displayed at the Portsmouth I public library during "Cathol! 0 . Book week."' next week. / ThJs was announced at a recent meetihg ot the Court Immaculate/ Conception No. 1234 of Portsmouth Catholic Daughters ot America ' b The court Will lnJttate new m~mers at 7 Pm Friday, March 4 at the Portsmouth Community cedter group wu1 sponsor a food· a e at 10 am Saturday at a Ports mouth store. Miss Catherine Ske= han, regent, wm be lh charge, '[he. I- - Library Story Hour Dorothy Vaughan To Run Auction at Librarians 1 Parley Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, local librarian, will have charge of an auction to . be held by the New Hampshire Lib rary association meeting in Manchester May 11, 12 and 13. The children's reading room of the Portsmouth public library was crowded to capacity Saturday morning for the second In a. i;eries of four children's story hours. Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, librarian, reported an attendance of 67 youngsters as compared with 27 a week ago Saturday, The story hour ls conducted by Mn;, Charles Batchelder who reads to the youngsters. Recoriiing alao were pl.a,yed. The association will mark its MiM Vaughan said this morning 60th anhiversary with a banquet that the group will be divided into the opening night. Dr. J. Duane two .sessions next Saturday. Small Squires, head of the department of children will be excused at 10:30 social sciences at Colby junior and the second haM-hour will be college, will speak on "Discrimina- devoted to stories for a seven to tion-Use or Abuse." 12-year age group. Prof. Donald C. Babcock of the 'M:ls.s Anita Lamie, a Portsmouth phllosophy department at the Uni- high school student and Saturday versity of New Hampshire will ad- assistant in the children's room, is dress the Thursday night session. helping with the program. He will speak on "Think Fast, Mr. American." Miss Charlotte Anderson, documents librarian at the Durham university, is serving on the program committee. -'1 '1. I Libr-arians Slate Manchester Parley New Hamshire's librarians are to meet for their 60th annual conference May 11, 12 and 13 In Manchester. Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, Portsmou th librarian, said today that one of the features of the threeday program wlll be a "literary auction." New Hampshire and Maine writers have been asked to contri- bute oddities whlcli will go under the hammer Thursday for the benefit of a Hbra.rlans' scholarship fund. One contributor to the auction is Frederfck Melcher, editor of Publishers' Weekly and a descendant of John Melcher, the· founder of the New Hampshire Gazette. Conference speakers include J. Duane Squires, head of th~ social science department, Colby junior college; Prof. Herbert D. Lamson, member of the sociology department, Boston university; Donald 0. Babcock, pro!essor of philosophy at the University of New Hampshire. - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - -- - - - - -- - �Jflouquet for Miss Vaughan 1M1, The individuals who actively contribute to the etter· ment of Portsmouth are too numerous to list, but occasionally it is possible to single out one whose. efficacy and loyalty to the community can never be cloaked within a group. Such a person is Portsmouth's Dorottiy Vaughan, who wears the title of city librarian with digitty and an honest fidelity to civic improvement. In the time she haS held that post, the library has flourished beyond the normal expectations of a small community. Now the library circulates more than 100,000 volumes each year. That means 2,000 books a week to enrich the lives of both young and old. A new and highly efficient distribution system has been inaugurated there, modern lighting fixtures make quiet reading there a pleasure, children crowd it daily in search of written words to help along the road to adulthood. There are among the direct or indirect contributions of Miss Vaughan and her highly commendable staff. To 1 them should go the city's thanks-and the hope that such a vital appendage of the community remains in those com- '. petent hands. , namea atrer tne '"Big Blow" . . . Not long ago The Scribbler ventured • the facetious opinion that Librarian Dorothy Vaughan needed a cash register m which to keep fines collected from delinquent book borrowers -a.nd what happened? A man stepped 'into the libraTY soon afterwards a,nd_v~unteered to buy o~ if it was rea.19.y needed . . . One accolade al- Books Displaye f At Local Library _ Librarian Attends :~ummer School o.Aro Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, PortsA display of more than 100 new mouth librarian, left saturday to children's books bas been set up at alltend the summer session of the Portsmouth public library in obgraduate libraTY school at the Uniservance of National Book week versity of Chicago. Acording_ to Miss Dorothy , A report On a recent SUIVey conVaughan, librarian, the books will _ducted by the Amel1ican Public be on display for two days and Library association wiH be given then will be removed to the childUiing the week-long session dren's room. . Miss Vaughan said the repo~ wUl . This is the 30th annual celebradescribe various services given by tion of Book week which was inthe nation's libraries and semma.rs stituted in 1919 by Frederick G will be held on methods of improvMelcher, descendant of one of ing organizational set-ups. Portsmouth's oldest families. A great-grandfather, John Melcher_, served an apprenticeship with Damel Fowle, editor of the New Hampsh_ire Gazette, and after the RevoI1;1tionary war edited the Gazl etre himself. M. - ----- Library to Close At 6 pm Dec. 24 _The Portsmouth public library will close at 6 o'clock Christmas eve ~nd open at 10 am Tuesrlay morning according to an announcemen~ by Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, librarian. The same schedule will be followed over the New Year's weekend. ______ \ Student Artists ...fl.. Decorate Library'Jh Art students at Portsmouth high school have been busy for tb t week J?ainting a nativity sce!ep~~ the wmd_ows of the vestibule at the Portsmouth public library• . Volunteers working on the ro Ject include Margot Carter, Co~ors, Betty McLaughlin Bett ~~~:~e, Kay Pecunies and J ea~ J:yc; �Repairs Sought for Community Cente[ ~ ----, A request for $5,000 to make~. needed repairs to the Community Center was voted by the Recreation commission last, night. It also voted to have the sw·vey committee investigate the performance of the janitor at the Community Center. In other business cond ucted dur-· ing the two-hour session, the commission voted to hire Clinton E. Dahlberg to maintain and super- , vise the city skating rinks. I * * * * * * _ . ; Ex_ - Derelicts'Fight Disgrace and Despair A SEARCH for a site for another skating rink ended with the ' appointment of Mrs. Edgar A. Ladd to inquire if land owned by the Home For Aged Women on Parrott avenue could be "borrowed" for the winter. The land would have to be cleared of weeds and bushes before being utilized, but City Manager Edward C. Peterson thought a highway department bulldozer might be used at a small cost. Other rinks to be operated this winter are at the Atlantic Heights ' and Sherburne schools. The $5,000 repair figure was based on the following estimates : I new ceilings in the first-floor rooms and basement, $950; painting 17 rooms on the third floor, first floor corridor, basement shower and locker rooms, $1 ,200, and an improved heating system with oil. burner or coal stoker, $2,500. Edward H. Paterson of the survey committee gave the estimates on painting and ceiling work. City Manager Peterson determined the cost of the heating s~1 stem. I THE REMAINING $50 is the es- 1J ,') Alcoholics Anonymous I A score of human ex-derelicts will meet Monday night at the Community Center to discuss a problem common to them all. An outsider stepping into the room would never guess that these accepted members of the Portsmouth community once reached the depths of social disgrace and mental despair and then banded together to fight their way back to normalcy. The occasion wilr be a regular meeting of the Portsmouth chapter of Alcoholics Anonymous, a group whose members have seen many a lost weekend. * * * AT THESE SESSIONS, local a,id visiting members sit around in an upstairs room at the Community Center and frankly discuss the extent of their degradation and their struggle back that A. . is helping them win. No punches are pulled. No boasts are made. No sermons are delivered. 1 Each member flatly states that he or she is an alcoholic. They do not say they WERE alcoholics. The problem is with them every day and they know it takes only one "quickie" to start them off on another boozing campaign that could be their last. The purpose of the meetings is to keep the older members alert to their p oblems and to help newcomers overcome the disease, for they believe it is a disease they are combating. At last week's meeting, three members from other chapters spoke. * * * ONE OF THEM, a woman, said she had started as a "social drinker" in her teens. It was not until she reached her 30's that she began to r ealize she was in a dismal swamp, slowly sinking deeper. She began to drink by compulsion, . against her wishes. When she was drinking, she worried about what might happen to her if she didn't stop. When she was not drinking, she worried about what- might happen the next time she did drink. She finally wa'.s praying she would "get by" the next holiday without getting into too much tr ouble. All the time, she was slowl y slipping downhill, nothing seemingly could stop her. She consulted doctors and. clergymen, but they offered only a "lift," not a cure. FINALLY JOINING the A. A., she was told to examine her own character and weaknesses-to admit she was an alcholic and to decide for herself that she must do something. She rni1de the grade with A. A. and now thinks that the organization has these things to offer: It gives her peace ~@ mind, a * * * SUCCESSFUL MEMBERS apparently learn self analysis and in so doing, come to realize just what their problems are. The spiritual atmosphere is obviously vital-one of the 12 points spelled out by the A.A. is that "there is but one ulti- , mate authority-a loving Goe as he may express himself in our group conscience." The air of ab olute sincerity and candor is unmistakable. Members talk freely, and the facts of exces- • sive drunkenness are laid out with no attempt at disguise. And yet, the meeting was not a morbid one. It closed with a refreshment hour-coffee and sa{ldwiches-with members chatting !.:M laughing in the best cocktail tradition. patW 1t~ Chamber Prepares tirnated cost of repairs to electrical wiring. The hiring of Dahlberg and the skating rink program proved a knotty problem. Figures on how mu ch money the Final plans are being completed commission has t o spend in this for the Chamber of Commerce holiyear's budget were missing. After day dinner at 6:30 tonight at the deciding to open two and possibly Rockingham hotel. three rinks, the commission was not U. S. Sen. Charles ,W. Tobey· will sure it had sufficient funds remainbe guest speaker. ing to hire Dahlberg_ and also purThe dinner will follow the Chamchase 200· feet of hose for flooding ber's annual Santa Claus parade at the rinks. 4:45 this afternoon. The city's It was finally decided to hire Christmas lighting display will be Dahlberg at $40 a week and buy the turned on during the festivities. hose as well. If fu nds are not availMarket square will be closed to able within the department's bud- 1traffic during the parade. get, the city council will be asked for the necessary funds . Peterson was authorized t o hire Dahlberg after hearing chairman Carl Erickson read a letter from him applying for the · job. Dahlberg held the position in 1946 and 1947 and was recommended by / The commission voted to have Commissioner John E. Kane. the rules and regulations on ComA request from Ralph H. Atwell m unity Center rentals forwarded ,that fh e 'Community Center be to them i?Y Re!)reational Director Francis T. Malloy before any action used by the American Legion, is taken . t·ent-free, for boys basketball on It was decided to confer as soon Sundays from 2 to 5 pm met with as possible -on a general recreation opposition when it was learned program with Waldo Hainsworth of the Legion planned to charge adBraintree, Mass., representative of mission to the games. the National Recreation association. * * * PETERSON explained it could New meeting hours were voted not be rented free if adm ission after several members complained was to be charged unless the city of conflicting schedules. Hencecouncil approves the request. forth , the group will meet from 5 to 6 pm, with the next meeting scheduled for Dec. 19. . lParade, workable sense of human values and self analysis. It has given her not only sobriety, but a spiTitual boost. Two other speakers told substantially the same story. Just why the A.A. is such a successful "bottle stopper" far these Portsmouth alcoholics once in seemingly helpless condition is understood best by members only. Judging from what the speakers and local members had to say, it is a combination of teaching the art of introspection, a spiritual atmosphere and an air of absolute sincerity and candor. Dinner Scheduled Today j Christmas Agenda, Seeks Santa Claus Unemployed? Jolly? 'l... Roly-poly? . If you meet the a_bove qualifications you're just the man the Chamber of Commerce is looking for. The Chamber is in the market for a man to serve as Santa Claus fr~m Dec. _1 2 to Dec. 24. The salary will be dtscussed with individual applicants. . Plans for the Christmas promohon program were discussed today at a meet1ng of the Chamber's retail board. n; • * • IT WAS VOTED to sponsor the ?nn'ual Ch_ristmas parade an d lightmg exerctses Nov. 28. A ,contest will be held in Grades 4, 5 ant! 6 t o choose a pupil to tut n on the J.i.ghts, Contestants must write a 250-word original Cbristma sto1y. Santa Claus will be on duty in the business distr ict during st ore hours between Dec. 12 a nd Dec. 15 and work both afternoons and nights from Dec. 15 t o Christmas eve. The retail board discussed the possibility of extending the Christmas lighting display to Vaughan s treet so that it will be seen by motorists entering the city from Dover and train passengers. How-1 ever, definite action on the proposal will depend on contributions ,from merchants. I * * * THE LIGHTS will be erected on Pleasant, Marl<;et, Daniels and Congress streets and the beginning of Islington street. Tbe lighting design and fixtures will be differe nt from last year and the parade larger t han in 1948. The board suggested that Portsmouth stores close Armistice day eve and remain open from 9 am to 9 pm the Saturday after the holiday. l * * • MEMBERS discussed steps to halt house-to-house solicitations for business by out-of-state firms. The board has received many complaints from P ortsmouth merchants that out-of state businessmen con1 duct house-to-house dr ives t o avoid state and local taxes. The board vot ed t o seek legal advice from City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart, City Marshal William J . Linchey and City Clerk Eileen D. Foley. It wa:, suggested by board members that housewives ask solicitor s for city-issued licenses before purchasing goods. If the businessmen cannot produce a license, housewives should summon police, the board said. �Cof CLeaders 'St~<o :~t) Plan Boat Race City's New Businessmen 'Meet' at CH~mber Dinner The oldtlmers extended a friendly hand of welcome to the newcomers and both heartily agreed that "The City of the Open Door" is on the threshold of prosperity. That cheerful note on Portsmouth's future WI\S sounded last night as the Chamber of Commerce was host to merchants, industrialists and professional men and women who opened businesses here during the past year. The Chamber-serving as co-hoot with the Rockingham hotel-enThe local bank official a'lso pretertained approximately 65 guests dicted a slight business increase at a dinner meeting in an apparent- "but not as high a,g during the ly successful attempt to introduce war." An outline of the Chamber's serthe newcomers to Portsmouth. vices was given by Packard who • • • FORECASTS of a bright future pointed out that during the course for Portsmouth were offered by of a year the Chamber answers apMayor Cecil M. Neal, David C. Pack- proximately 10,000 inquiries by mail ard, Chamber president; George A. and telephone about this city. "We are in business to help busiTrefethen, First National bank cashier; and James B. Smith, ness, and we welcome the opportuChamber first vice president and nity to serve you," Packard inowner of the Rockingham and formed his fellow members. • • • Wentworth hotels. PACKARD SAID the dinner meetDuring the dinner meeting each guest introduced himself and his ing marked "another milestone in business to the gathering and made the achievements of the reorganized brief remarks about the city. They Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce. · He continued: unanimously voiced full confidence "Rightfully we should feel proud in Portsmouth's mercantile, indusbecause the presence of this sizetrial and professional future. An assertion tha,~ Portsmouth's able group is an indication of our municipal government is "strong" success 1n selling the value of Ports- ·, and the cicy is attaining a "good" mouth as a place in which to bUild 1 financial foundation was made by a successful business future." · Mayor Neal who also offered a , Toastmaster Smith emphasized recipe for prosperity. / the importance of welcoming tourists to Portsmouth and reminded • • • the gathering that tourist trade THE MAYOR said he believes Portsmouth's financial stability can has a "tr!lmendous bearing" on the be insured if n~w industry is in- city's prosperity. troduced here to supplement the' The affair later struck another jovial vein while the new and old Por~mouth naval shtpyard. businessmen and women were inThe mayor listed two rea,gons troducing themselves. why new indust ries shy at Portsmouth: (1) Tile possibility that the stockin-trade tax wilt be continued despite opposition in the Legislature. (2) New industries cannot compete with navy yard wages. Mayor Neal urged that the ChamI ber "definitely" determine bow navy yard wages compare with those in The Chamber of Commerce retail private industries and present the board today was ready to protest to figures to prospective local indus- 1 a congressional committee over extrialists. He maintained that new pansion of military post eij:changes. industries could absorb unemployObviously aimed at the Portsment here during a lag at the ·s hip- mouth naval b!1"5e exchange, the yard. action was ta.ken at a meeting today Neal concluded with: at the suggestion of the American "If Portsmouth has a strong city Retail federation. government , the stock-in-trade tax The congressional committee is is eliminated, and a survey is made studying the effec4'; of mdlita,ry post of navy yai·d wages, I think we will exchanges on local trade. The local at least make a reasonable start Chamber group will protest that which will be beneficlai to all." post exchanges are broade'Iling more Later, Trefethen described Ports- than the original intent of the law mouth as "pretty well off," and ex- which created them. plained how money spent here by 1 • • • 1tourists affects the city's econo!!!1,_ THE NATIONAL RETAIL fed- Chamber Protests ~ 'Broadening' of~ Post Exchanges \\9 j Trefethen reported that Portsmouth's banks now have a total of $32,000,000 in assets. "Look across the river and you see a government agency (the naval base) which represents a quarter of a million dollars weekly," · Trefethen continued. Trefethen said that the purchasing power of a dollar now is about 57 cents but w!ll increase to 67 cents by next year. DAVID C. PACKARD Plans for the July 9 lobster boat race in the Piscataqua river and lower harbor were discussed last night by the Chamber of Commerce board of directors at its final meeting of the fiscal year. There will be two classes, one for large lobster boats and another for outboard motor boats. The race will be held between 3 and 5 pm and at least four prizes will be awarded. The board accepted a proposal from Walter J. Dorsey of York that motion pictures be taken of various local scenes for presentation in the South next winter. The promotion plan would cost $800. New officers will be elected at the Chamber's annual meeting the second week in July. No definite date has been set. David C. Packard Heads Cof CHer~\. Chamber Board For Second Year \?, Votes Study of :,,1 David C. Packard, local contractor, last night was reelected president of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce, a position he has held since the Chamber was reorganized about a year ago. Also reelected were James B. Smith, first vice president ; Miss Helen L. Kelly, secretary; and George R. Chick, treasurer. Benjamin Tober was named second vice president to succeed Robert E. Whalen, who did not seek reelection. Reelected to th e board of directors were Fred Oushman, Dr. Frederick s. Gray, E. Curtis Matthews, Herman D. Page, Fran Costello, Earle Fox and Ralph T. ood. New members !!!elude Winfield W. Scott, Mr. Whalen, Morris C. Foye, John A. Taylor, City Manager Edward C. Peterson, Atty. William Harrington, Philip F. Gray and tJhe Rev. Robert H. Dunn. * • • DIRECTORS WHOSE terms expired last n1ght were Albert H. Woolfson, Earl E. Wa~ on, Jr., Arthur J . Healey, James Woods, Valentine A. Ely, Samuel R. Blai.sct,ell, William A. Scott and George J. Scott. Nominated but not elected were David Clemons, John Foley, Theodore Bartlett, B. P. Ivers and J. Noble Snider. Dr. Gray, Ralph T. Wood and Winfield w. Scott served on the nominating committee. The board of directors later will name a ret ail board for the ensuing year. Yule Decorations Plans for this year's Christmas decoration program were discussed today at a meeting of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce retail board. The board decided to contact representatives of the Lagasse Amusement company of Haverhill, Mass., which fustalled the Christmas lighting display last year. An official of the firm is expected to confer with the retail board at a special meeting soon. The board then will decide whether any changes will be made in the arrangements used last year. It was voted to contact all Portsmouth merchants in an effort to develop a long-range promotion program. Board members decided to accept suggestions offered by the majority of local businssmen on the promotion program plans. Benjamin A. Tober, retail board chairman, report ed that he recently obtained the approval of City Manager Edward C. P eterson and City Mar shal William J . Linchey in the Chamber's attempt to have courtesy cards distributed to out-of-state motorists who violate parking laws here. The cards would replace parking tickets and remind the motorists that a second offense would result in a fine. ' eration suggested that the local retail board urge congressional modi- fication of laws governing post exchanges and that sales on military reservations be limited to essential goods. In other action, the board also decided to take a cross section poll of local -merchants before setting closing hours on holidays. The action aro.se after seveml local businessmen objected to closing their (Please turn to pare three) establishments Good Friday a(ternoon. Miss Helen L. Kelley, Chamber secretar,y, reported that the National Society of New England Women will hold their annual convention In Portsmouth next year. The board also discussed fundraising projects. C of C Invites ,,.''? Navy Head Here The Chamber of Commerce today joined the city of Portsmouth in inviting Navy Secretary Francis P. Matthews here to see for himself what effects the naval shipyard layoffs will have on the city. �- - - --------- - - -- - Ghamber Seek.s,,. }<_iffery' s Help Klttery'R business Rn!l professional men and women will be lnvltc!l to join the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerre In Rn effort lo "slnblllze" the employment situation' at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. The move was launched last night at a meeting of the Chamber's board of directors. The Invitation~ will be sent immecllatcly to approximaldy 100 prospective membt>rs In Kit Si,:nr!l by Chambrr dent Uavid C. Packard, lnvit:tti'lns will explain: ""' hat affects the wrlfare of Portsmouth similarly affects the welfare of Kittery. This Is true In c,•ery instance, but particularl y In mattrrs 11rrtalnlng to the na v.v ya ril . ' , "In good times as well as had, P,.,, f·e 'll' C fel'I that the combined elf orb of the two communities mil;'ht he profltably dirt>rted toward stnbllizln,r conditions at this, our largest Industrial plant.. "At thP. presl'nt time, whrn the employment le,,el al the navy yard is being drastieail.v lowered, it ls more importa nt than ever that we join forct's to Insure a fair share or con5trurlion and repair work fut• the navy yard ." Packard will suggest that the Kiltrry residents con tart officers or the local Chamber for information. lie said that if a "si7:eable" numbrr are Interested In joinin~, Kittery will be represrntrd proportionally on the boa nl of clirerlors. C'hamhrr olTlrials plan to follow the Invitations with letters of explanation June 1 and 15. It Is planned to have local members solicit Kittery memberships after .lune 15 If the reaction Is favorable. Plans for a Centennial celebration were abandoned by the directors due to a "lack of intrrest on the part of city offi- in various New England fishIng communities will be Invited to pa.rticpate. 'l'he directors referred to the retail board a proposal that local merchants offer prizes to ·1 winners in the lobster boat race, 1 It was announced that 20,000 new booklets have been printed for distribution by the Chamber. Compiled through the coopera• ' tlon of the Chamber and various • historical societies In Portsmouth and Kittery, the booklets des• cribe ni1w local historic houses which are over 150 years old. The booklet also contains a map of Portsmouth and Kittery showing historic points. The directors also referred to the retail board a proposal that military and social organizations be Invited to join the Chamber. cials.'' l\liss Helen L. Kelly, Chamber ser.retary, explained that James B. Smith, chairman of the Chamber's Centennial committee, had conferred with municip~ I officials on the proposed celebration but found that the "city was not interested." But the Chamber did plan a lobster boat race this summer. Suggested by Frank .T. Co~tcllo, the race will be held on the Piscataqua. river. Boat owners Poor Parking Facilities Local Chamber °13 Discusses .Parking Said Hurting Business Portsmou th's pRrking Rnd traffic problems have left local mercl1Rnt.s "behind the eight ball.'' George R. Clilck. ChRmber of Commerce treRsurer, a.sserted Ja~t night at the Chamber's annual meeting at the Rockingham hotel. Chick, a state street owner, mged local business and profes,5!011111 men to 1<olve the traf,flc problems and insme the city's bu st Chick said he conness 8 tablll •y. • 'ed " J" r y of the dues a personn su ve locnl situation and di.~covered that pot,cntlal buyrr~ nre lrnvellng t-0 It! ti1 than near by commun es rn er cope with the loc11l problem.<;. "Trnrflc 11- thr major problem of our retail tra.de,: ~hick insisted. I get together and make the parking situation our major project this . year." Earlier, Chick reported a balance of $841 in the Chamber's treasury at the end of the organization"s fiscRI year July 1. There was a deficit of approximately $700 on the Chamber's books when it was organlzed Ja st year. Miss Helen L. Kelly, Chamber secretary, said th at membership fee s have boosted the $841 balance to $1,848 since the first of the month . Portsmouth's parking problems and the 1949 Christmas lighting were the main topics on the agenda · o! the Chamber of Commerce retail board meeting this morning at the Chamber office on Daniels street. The board voted 100% cooperation with Chamber directors In an attempt to obtain a strip of land bordering the South Mill pond for an unlhruted parking area. It was v.:>tecl t'!lat all downtown business establlshmeuts should be 1 The story of the Chamber's rejuassessed for the 1949 Yule decoravrnation WRS told by David C. \ I tions. David c. Packard, Chamber Packnrd, president, In his annual (10) PARTICIPATION nnd aspresident, and Miss Helen L. Kelly, re ort sJstnnce In the production of the secretary, were appointed to work P • • • • ~\, \ '1.,. movie, "Lost Boundaries,'' which out assessment rates for off-street PACKARD RECALI,ED that the Packard described· as one of the and second-story establishments. Chamber was propared to quit about most, !mportant even~ in PortsA le tter was read from the AmerI WE 'RE LOSING a lot of trade a year ago due to a lack of interest mouths history. . ican Retail federation reporting becau.~e motorists can't find enough among Portsmouth merchants and . (11)_ Erection of a Ohnstmas lightprogress made In attempts by reroom to park here and are going resident.s. Packard said the board mg display. , tall organlza tions to equalize types to Kittery, Exeter 11nd Dover iq- of directors wns !need with a "hope- : (12) Establishment of new businnd prices of products available slcad," he rmphnslzed. Jess situation." ness hours for Fr,lday and Saturday at ships' stores and post exchanges "And we're going to Jose a tre"Some of the local business and nlghts. with those of civilian stores. mendou.~ amount of trade later professional men, who realized just Packard praised the work of Miss The board also went on record unless something is done here. We what the loss of a Chamber of Com- Kelly and thanked both The Portaas favoring courtesy cards for outshouldn't let business go out of· merce would mean to Portsmouth, mouth Herald antl ' radio station of-state parking violators. the city the way it h as," he con- refused to recogni7.e the situation as WHEB for• their cooperation. He tlnued. hopeless," Packnrd said. also cited the "outstanding cooperaOhlck uld he questioned autotion" of the bo11rd of directors. lsts at t\le municipal parking area "They agreed to tackle the probPackard announced that the I "YOU PLAYED the part Bob ' in the rear of the Central fire sta- Iem and make a serious attempt to Chamber will pre~ent the Rev. Rob- I tlon recently and discovered bhat revise and restore the Chamber to ert H . Dunn wittl a silver plate far 1 Dunn with perfection." The Chamber ofiflclal described the facilities tJ1ere were not large its rightful place in the community. his "outstanding"' performance in th enough to h andle lhe traffic. We leave up to you the decision as "Lost Boundaries." The presenta- Fa er Dunn as "Portsmouth's "I talked with some of the drl- to whether or not they have sue- tion was scheduled for last night's outstanding actor," and said that vera and they were disgusted with ceeded," he continued. t the plate would serve a.s thls com!Jhe lack of parking areas," Chick • • • meeting but Father Dunn ls ou munity"s "Oscar." of town. Members discussed proposed told Approximately 40 members at'l'IIF. CHAMBER PRESIUENT P1tcka rd said the plate Is partly erection of small billboards on tending last n!gh;'« .meeting. claimed these accomplishments since Inscribed: Portsmouth's 300 parking meters; the agency was reorganized: 1 CHICK SAID he conferred with relocation o! the Lafayette road (1) A new system or collecting City Mannger Edward C. Peterson dues. directional sign; relocation of the and learned tihat the city plans to (2) Distribution of membership Chamber's headquMters from Danenlarge the municipal parking plates and decals. iels street to the Congress street area and extend it to the corner (3) Erection of a new directional area; erection of signs advertising of Junkins avenue and Pleasant sign on Lafayette road . historic homes; and local bank street. (4) Distribution of new Chamber fees for exchanging Canadian He added: of Commerce literature to emphamoney Into American currency. "That will give us at least one- size Portsmouth's historic homes. Movies were shown of southern halt more space than we now have, vacation areas. (Please turn to page three) but it aLIJl won't be enough. Let's (5) Publication of a businC6S guide. . (B) Sponsorship of membersh1p dinner meetings. (7 ) Sponsorship of la.st Saturday's lobster boat races. (8) Acquisition of a new railroad station for Portsmouth. (9) Institution .of a special committee to work with the Portsmouth naval shipyard and base on matters affecting Portsmouth's ecot blllt I nom c s n ~- • • I I I ot �Chamb€t .'th M·111ieeks Pond' Sou .· k'Ing Facl•1•1I Par Y 1 The directors referred to City ' Manager Edward C. Peterson a proposal by Chick that "at least 25" signs be erected to direct motorist.s to boa.rd municipal spaces. The also parking considered a plan'. to distribute "courtesy" cards to out-of-state motorists who park overtime In the business district. The board decided to confer with City Marshal William J . Llnchey In an effort to have local police dlstrJbute the "courtesy" cards Instead of parking tickets. Miss Helen L. Kelly reported that Northeast Airlines Inc., plans to discontinue operations In Portsmouth "If business fails to Increase." C Of C Hea a·s BI ast ~ City's Parking Policy A demand for Immediate city councll solution of Portsmouth's parking problem and a strongly-worded criticism or the city's current parking policy were made to the council la:,t night by two Chamber or Commerce or- flclals. George R. Chick, Chamber treasurer, called for conversion of the northern shore of U1e South Mill pond into a parking area while addres8-1 authorize construction of a parking Ing the council as spokesman Ior both the Chamber and the retail board. lot on the northern shore of the James B. Smith, Chamber vice president and owner of the RockingSouth Mill pond to accommodate ham hotel, submitted a letter criticising present parking regulations as\ automobiles of Portsmouth mer"short sighted" and requesting a revision in rules to enable all-night parkchants and professional men was made last night at a meeting of the Ing In front of his State street hotel. two weeks and when It does they Chamber of Commerce board of • • • Mayor Cecil M. Neal assuned* are so noisy and opprobrious that directors at the Wentworth hotel. BENJAMIN TOBER was elected Chick that City Manager Edward they waken everybody In the hole! The plan was IQtroduced by C. Peterson and the council are and we get more ill will" , George R. Chick, Chamber treasSmith aC:ded: urer, who demanded that "lmmedl- retail board chairman to succeed studying the parking situa.tion. The "It seem., to 1~1e we could afford ate" action be taken by the city to Robert E. Whalen. George Good- council referred Smith's letter to alleviate parking conditions in Teau, William Hersey, Coleman Peterson and City Marshal William to get down on our hands and J. Linchey for Investigation and a knees lo clean :.he~<? .t1eet.i; rather Portsmouth. Pearson and Constantine Zacharias report. than chase all these \'i~1tors out "Something must be done now; were named to the retail board. Chick, who was accompanied to of town." not this year; not next year; but :Leonard Alkon, Earle Fox, Miss the meeting by David C. Packard, He also suggcslerl tlll\l the city 1mmed1ately-lt has gone on too Beulah Marsh and Fred Pillsbury Chamber president, Mi:;s Helen L. "conccntrnlc" on clcu11lng uro1111cl Jang and nothlni has been done,", were renamed to the board. J. Noble Chick asserted. Snider was elected a board of direct- ; Kelly, Chamber secretary, and Congress street bus stops which he Philip F. Gray, Chamber parking described '.Is "knee deep" in Jitte,·. • • • ors member to succeed Morris Foye committee member, stressed that THE CHAMBER official charged I who resigned. Portsmouth "must do something that local merchants park their , The board also considered a proautomobiles In downtown parking posal that the Chamber assist In , about parking If the city ls to grow." lots "all day•• and use fac!lltles the promotion of visits to Ports• • • that should be available to shop- mou th's historical houses. Philip "WE CAN'T SEN» people to pers and tourists. F. Gray suggested that the Chamber neighboring towns and expect to James A.!>-Borthwick was reelec"They keep feeding nickels to erect an information booth on the stay In business. We must find ted to the. presidency of the Portsparking meters when they should new toll road. parking spaces here so we can hold mouth Historical society at the park elsewhere," Chick continued. onto our trade. Some officials have annual meeting last week. He described the South Mill pond estimated that Portsmouth turns Mrs. William E. Marvin was shore as an "Ideal" location for away 20% of prospective customers named to the first vlci: presidency "at lea'5t 100" merchants and probecause of a lack of parking facilito succeed the late Charles Batfesslonal men to park their cars. ties," Chick emphasized. chelder and Lawrence R. Craig was Chick propo.sed that the curbing "And It wouldn't ~ntall much N work to make the land available," V around the northern shore of the elected second vice president to Chick added. Plans for this year'.s Christmas sout'h Mill pond be removed to al- replace Mrs. Marvin. Reelected treasurer was George "U the council agrees to let us I lighting program in the downtown low "at least 100 cars" to park. He 1 A. Trefethen and Miss Marion G. have It the street department area were outlined today at a .pointed out that the project wou 1~ Call was renamed secretary. could improve the Parrott avenue meeting of the Portsmouth Chambe only a small cost to the cityRobert Marvin was elected a curbing so that the autos could ber of Commerce retail board. principally for removal of the curb- trustee of the society to succeed travel over them." }loard members conferred with ing. · • • • a representative of the Haverhill, Craig and nine other directors "We should do sr.imething as were reclectccl. They were Mrs. AlCHICK DESCRIBED the shore as Mass., firm which installed the qul.ckly as possible so we won't lose bert G. llunt, Orel A. Dexter, R. "very compact" and accessible from lights last year. This year a change any more business thts yenr. We've C. L. Greer, Hnlph Muy, Wyman P. every aectlon of the bUBlness dts- 1 wlll be made In decorations and already . Jost a trementlom, uinount trlct. a Chl'lstmas parade, Including Boynton, Miss Dorothy M. Vau ghof business to other cities," Chick an, Thomas H. Simes, Mrs. Sarah The board of directo1 s appointed floats similar to last year, will be added. Gray and Gerald D. Foss. Chh:k as chairman of a special held Nov. 28. • • • parking -~ommlt.tee. Ho said he wm It was announced that local 1 CHICK CONCLUDED his address discuss the plan with local mer- business establishments will close with the reminder: chants and professional men before Columbus day. Members also sug"The Chamber Intends to check . submittln-g it to the council. gested that stores close the night 1 very soon to r;ee whether the counChlck said a survey of the mun!- of Armistice Day-Frl!lay, Nov. 11 cil takes any action to alleviate the I clpal parklng lot tn the rear of the -and remain open until 9 pm the 6ituatlon." Central fire station Indicated that following day. Local stores have City Manager Edward C. PeterIn his letter to the council, Smith facilities are "Inadequate" to han- been open Friday nights and closed son today said he will attempt to contended that the city is pursuing dle autos of shoppers and tourists. Saturday nights in thj! past. prohibit the sale of Christmas & "very short-sighted" policy of "By 9:30 Monday morning more , Initial plans were made for a parking regulations in front of the trees in front of the North Con. than 80% of the parking lot Is full. ' businessman's dinner In the near gregational church. Rockingham hotel. A half-!1pur later there· Is absolutely futur~. Plans for promotional "We've received complaints every events will be made at the dinner. Smith wrote: "How many scores and scores of ' year and I intend to do something no room left for parkers. And lt · people are passing by Portsmouth about It this year," Peterson warn1 seems to stay that way from Monbecause they are not allowed to ed. day through Saturday," Chick said. , 9 Peterson said he will p1·esent the paTk?" "Why should Portsmouth bus!"How many merchants in Ports- matte r to the city council. nessmen take facllltles away from , mouth are lo.sing trade becaw.e our customers? Let's park elsewhere people pass right through our ci~Y Approximately $1,020 has been so our trade can find space," Chick paid Into the Christmas lighting instead or stoppmg?" suggested. • • • display fund by Portsmouth busl• • • SJ\IITII QUESTIONED the purTHE BOARD of directors also ~essmen, Miss Helen L, Kelly, po.se of a regulation ago.inst allheard a suggestion from Rober~ E. hamber of Commerce secretary, night parking on State street d11rWhalen that parking spaces . be ann~unced · today, · ing the summer, and added: established In the middle of Market I Miss Kelly said at least $3,000 "I do not suppose the street clean- \ square. mor~ Is needed by the Chamber ing equipment comes by once In ___ to fmance the annual display, A request that the city council I Borthwick Headss Historical Society s' I Yuletide Lightin\ Plans Discussed I - c; Tree Sale Ban ~ .At Church Sought I $3 000 N eeded {\, ( · f Or y UIe L19 • hts 1 I (Please turn to page three) I I �The Lady Without a Name without any strain and pulled the dragger Into port without difficulty," Guarente se.ld. Strappect to her deck are a 10-foot lifeboat and four rubber boats whlOii can be lowered over the side before you can yell, "man overboard!" • • • THERE IS NO elaborate medical 'tlqmpment aboard the rescue boat but her crew Is expertly trained in first aid procedure and can capably treat the injured until the speedy ~el reaches port. Bow long would it take to speed an Injured man to shore from the Isles of Shoals 1n an emergency?• . Guarente says hls crew could do it within 45 minutes. And through his radio facil!tles, an ambulance could be summoned to meet the rescue ship when it docked at Fort Constitution. . • "But our entire operation depends I solely on teamwork. We're Just like one big, happy family. We have to be in order to IJve in these small quarters," the skipper said. Although the crewmen live aboard ship, Guarente resides at 11 Cole street, ~dmiralty Village, when he isn't on duty. He and his wife, Barbara have two Infant daughters. A TRIM LADY-The coast ruard cutter CG83487-WPB is anchored In lower Portsmouth harbor poised for a rescue mjssion off New Hampshire's coast. (Portamoulh Herald photos) ~')..~ Tough Craft Merits Coast Guard's Pride • • • The youthful skipper adjusted his angular frame to the small bench in the tiny galley and started his story of the trim, 83-foot lady without a name. It was Chief Boatswain's Mate Palmer Guarente talking like a proud poppa describing his new-born offspring. "She's one helluva baby and perfect for that rough stuff out there," boasted the 30-year-old coast guardsman as he poinbed in the direction of Portsmouth harbor. Ouarente's ")jaby" ls a sleek, whi te and spar-colored coast guard cutter now moored at Fort Constitution wharf and sro-v!ng as a sttu·cty link in the coast guard's vigilant rescue chain along New England's rock-bound coast. • • • SHE'S TRULY a lady without a in the coast guard shortly after his graduation from Arlington, Mass., high school in 1939 and only three or four days after his enlistment was aboard a coast guard cutter on patrol 1n the North Atlantic. "They didn't give us any boot training then. The only training I , got was aboard ship and I guess it's Just as well," he -remarked with a GUARENTE ENLISTED *·-------------well equipped rescue boat's assignment to Portsmouth harbor. It may be recalled that Portsmouth area fishermen and boating enthusiasts complained to government officials several months ago that coast guard protection along New Hampshire's coast was "inadequate." "Well, they've got plenty of protection now and we'll be only too happy to give them a helping hand when they're in trouble out there," Ouarente said emphatically. grin. PALJ\mR GUARENTE ••• Skipper Another of the boat's principal advantages, in view of New England's rough weather, ls her radar set which is capable of picking up a distressed vessel within an 18-mile radius. Guarente, an ardent Red Sox fan, spurned an undertaker's vocation to Join the coast iruard-hls family own& a funeral parlor in ArlJngton. AM!stant skipper is Walter Ivanoln, chief engineman, of Fall River, Mass. "Iv'" as hls crewmates nicknamed him, is a slender, mild-mannered and soft-spoken man of 29. He, too, has served in the coast guard for 10 years, including World War II duty alfoa.rd a destroyer escort. Be plans to marry Sue M. Malanowskd of Fall River July 4. name for the coast guard's official roster lists her only as a numberthe 0083487-WPB-asslgned to the South Portland rescue unit. Like most of her nine-man crew, • • • she served during World War II, THE IMPORTANCE of radar waS' • • • but the only reminders of her war A D GUARE TE wasn't talking stressed 11 days ago when the boat service are a canvas-covered 20- through his sea cap, for here's what saved a $75,000 Boston fishing dragmiJlimeter deck gun and a few in- the 0083487-WPB can offer in ger, and her eight-man crew, from a conspicious scratches where depth rescue and search work "out there:" destructive poi1nding off the Isles • • • of Shoals. charges or "ash cans" were strapOTHER CREWMEN Include Most important, she has a wellped to her stern. Thomas Taylor, engineman 1 of 25 Guarente and his men were doing trained and experienced crew, desDismukes street, Admtralty Village; "We don't know her war record pite their youth. And although the their usual cleaning and training Robert Richardson, boatswain's but the boys and I understand she boat ls anchored at 'the Fort Con- chores when they received a radio mate 1, of Phlladelphla: Patsy J. was a subchaser, and those babies stitution wharf most of the time, call Informing them of the dragPatandrea, boatswain's mate 3, of served all over the world," Ouar- the men continually train for any ger's plight. That was at 10:35 in the morneventuaMty. East Boston; William Benson, enente explained. gineman 3, of Detroit, Mich:; John She ls powered by two eight-cylin- ing and less than an hour later the The dark-haired and we 11had sighted the disabled craft Gibb, seaman, also of Detroit; Robpolished Ouarente said his "bay" der Diesel engines which generate a crew through the radar scope. The resert McElroy, seaman apprentice, of was re-commissioned a year ago total of 1,300 horse power. At present cue was completed about an hour Lowell, Mass.; and Herbert Hoover this month at Baltimore, Md., and her speed Is governed to about 18 after that and the dragger was Cason, oommtssaryman 2, of Tamwas assigned to the Boston coast knots but she can hit 27 knots If towed into Portsmouth harbor 1,UJ.pa, Fla. necessary. Her engines alone are guard unit until her arrival ill valued at $100,000. damaged except for a snapped rud"Yup, they're all a swell bunch of Portsmouth harbor about two der. The vessel's fuel tanks carry 1,fellows," said Guarente. months ago. "The weather was real tough that 950 gallons and Ouarente said she "But there's only one thing wrong. Ouarente "suspects" that "politi- can travel as much as 1,000 miles on day but she took the pounding Herbert Hoover Cason, our Negro cal pressure" was responsible for the a full supply of fuel. chef, can't cook a thing, He's a gOOd (Please turn to page three) morale booster, though, and the boys are willing to sutfer," Guarente chuckled. , ------------ �Hampton and Shoals Coast · Guard Stations· May .Be Shut Down 'Hearing Slated; Protest Expected From f·1shermen Closing of the coast guard life boat stations at Hampton Beach and the Isles of Shoals loomed as possibility today. Announcement was made by Capt. F . J. Sexton, commander, First coast guard district, that a public hearing is to be held July 11 at the Hampton Beach life boat station for consideration of discontinuance of the two stations. The time of the hearing is set for 11 am. _ The coast guard headqua~rs !n Boston said today that the mam reason" for proposed action was the "lack of activity" around the stations. , be n A spokesman said, "There s e board working on the matter for rhe past few days but it hasn"t !'1°rived at a. definite decision yet. • • • MEANWHILE Alvin F. Redden, secretary of th~ sea.coast Regional I t!on said he e~ted the assoc a , d " use a. proposed closing woul ro storm of protest all a.long itb.e New Hampshire coast." The secretary said tha.t getting the stations reopened after the war had been a. major battle, and waa won with the assistance ot New Hampshire congressmen. "And we won't lose them without & struggle, either," Redden prom• ~~ contended th.a t inste&d of cut- ting down its coast protection the coast gUard was supposed to increase the strength of its units. "At the moment they have only two or three men out at the Isles of Shoals and that was to be a. fully manned station," he said. • • • REDDEN SAID that he would get "in touch" with the state's congreu• men immediately to see if any ac• tlon could be taken in ·washington. adding that evecythlng gained for the New Hampshire coast had come from Washington without help from the first coast guard district. Chief Boatswain Carlton C. Seo. ville commanding the Hampton Bea.db station, said that he had & crew of five men manning his st.e.tion, although the normal comple• ment totaled eight. He explained thait the shortage of personnel, assumed to be temp~ orary, WM due to two disch&rgea Jn the last few days and one man being sent on special duty else- where. G :rl, 2-d T he said. "In the past yea.r we've !Coast uar OW S taken part in 23 cases a.nd some of b I d them have been serious." Disa e Drag g er Three men a.re on duty a.t the White island l!ght'house as "watch To Gloucester ~ and warning service." They a.p. WE"YE •••; ; . , ~ ~ -.. horn." ~ parently have very little equipmellt but the Hampton Beach st.41,tlon has a. "duck" or amphibious motor vehicle and a motor surfboat • One coast guardsman observed, "Oh, you know how it is. All the big boys are interested in is the • deep water stuff and they apparently don'.t care about the waters in near shore." Portsmouth harbor coast gua~ds towed the disabled dragger Caspian 58 miles Into Gloucester yes~erdfi.y a fter answering a m1·dn·ight distress r<>sll from the drifting fisherman ,w nd for the Georges Banks.. . P.r Chief Palmer Guarante, sk1pp · of the 83 .foot cutter based. at For~ Constitution, said this morrung tha the distress call from the Caspian ame in at 11 pm Wednesday. c The Portsmouth cutter r ached the disabled craft, whlc was 62 miles east by south of Fort Co~stitutlon, at 3 am. The fast tl_me m A public hearing on the proposed reaching the Caspian was attributed closing of the Hampton Beach and to favorable seas and a gentle wind. • • • White island coast guard stations THE FLYWilEEL on the main enwlll be held at 11 am Monday at the gine of the 90-foot dragger,_ which Hampton station. Announcement of the impending was laden with ice for stonng the tch had come loose from the abandonment, made by Capt. F. J. Sexton of the First coast guard dis- ~~aft: according to Chief Guara,n~e. There was no delay in reachmg trict last Saturday, came as a blow to New Hampslhre fishermen and the casplan as its radio is on t_he coast guard frequency and rad_loboating enthusiasts. Alvin F. Redden, secretary of the men talked to each other durmg Seacoast Regional Development as- the entire trip. Chief Guara.nte told sociation, expect.s the hearing will be the skipper of the Caspian to beam his searchlights directly over the a stormy one for the coast guard. Redden and Raymond L. Goding, dragger as the coast guard cutter president of the Hampton Beach approached the area. The two craft reached Gloucester Chamber of Commerce, are expected to lead the opposition at the shortly after 10 o'clock ye~te~day hearing. ·Auxiliury Ct.aft Of Coast Guard To Meet Here :3~t1c> coast Guard auxiliary craft from harbors throughout the First coast guard district v.ill weight anchor and set sail for Portsmouth today. Local flotilla 301 will be host to Division 3 and other units of the area for a. weekend rendezvous. The sailors will dance tonight at Ithe NCO club at Fort Constitution. Sunday events, featuring a simulated land-sea-air rescue at 12:30, will take place at Camp Langdon. Five boats, a. plane and a beach unit will participate in t'he rescue following a newly developed search pattern. • • • OTHER ACTIVITIES include a buffet lobster luncheon, sports, fire fighting and line throwing. Members of t h e Portsmouth squadron of the Civil Air Paitrol who will serve as radio operators for the rescue operation are: Lt. Donald Shultz, communications officer; Capt. Raymond Whitcher, Radioman F. H. Whitehouse, Radioman Maurice Tuttle, and ,Radioman Ernest Aaltonen. Guard Station 1\'\ Hearing Monday morning and the coast guard cutter returned to its base here late yesterday afternoon. . · . The Caspian's home port lS Philadelphia but it fishes out of Gloucester during the summer months. It draws 14 feet of water and was the heaviest tow the local coast guardsmen have made in several months. --- --- Fishing Dragger Sinks off Shoals; Crew Rescued Jl• 14 Il the dragger Lucretia. The first SOS reported the fishing vessel was lea.k1ng and needed immediate assist1 ance. The crew of a 58-foot Gloucester • • • fishing dragger, which sank ttlve F IRST BOAT to reach the scene mUes southeast of the Isles of was the We Three, which was fish Shoals this morning, were taken to ing nearby. It radioed the speeding their home port by a coast guard cutter that it had taken the crew of cutter en route from Portsmouth the Lucretia aboard. It added that to Onset, Mass. the abandoned dragger was leaking The 83486, commanded by John badly and in a sinking condition. I A. Del Torto, chief boatswain's The 83486 arrived on the scene 30 mate, USCG, or Wilmington, Mass., · minutes after the second call and also has several members of the . tried to buoy th; Lucretia with life coast guard auxiliary aboard for a rafts in an attempt to tow the disdully cruise along the New England abled craft to Portsmouth or Gloucoast. The cutter had been 11it the cester. coast guard dock at Fort Const!The crew of the Lucretia was trantution in New Castle for the pa.st sferred to the 83486 and the c<>Mt 36 hours. guard craft proceeded to Gloucester. Shortly after the cutter left Fort It was due t)lere shortly before noon. Constitution this morning for the The number of crewmen rescued was southward cruise to Boston and On- undetermined. · set, it received distress calls from I Cutter Rescues'<\ Disabled Trawler A rudderless trawler in distress 25 miles off Gloucester, Mass., was towed to safety last night by a coast guard cutter from New Castle. The cutler Yankton, tied up at Fort Constitution after towing the damaged Portland lightship to Portsmouth harbor, was ordered lo the aid of the 96-foot trawler Positive at 8 pm by coast guard headquarters in Boston. Previously, radio calls for help had been receiver from the vessel by coast guard stations along the New England coast. The Positive was taken to Gloucester for repairs. Home port of the Yankton is Portland, Me. �Mrs.-~lra Brown Mrs. Shackford ~ Resigns Board 1J"' Of Family Welfare· Mt,rrison Commander '(\\ .)- \J Elected Regent iv-'··\ Of Frank E. Booma Post Of DAR Chapter ,: Forrest E. Morrison, a World War II veteran and Portsmouth navy yard employe, was elected commander of the Frank E. Booma post of the American Legion last night. Morrison served in the navy nboard the cruiser USS Guam. Elected to serve with him were: Floyd Daley, senior vice commander; Paul F. McDonald, junior vice commander; Omer Comeau, finance officer; Arthur H. Woodworth, adjutant; Horace Cannon, chaplain; Charles Hoskins, sergeant-at-arms; Daniel s. O'Brien, historian and Thomas E. Flynn, serofficer. '.l!> viceTheodore E. Butler, Edgar A. Ladd and John H. DeCourcy were James M. Culbernon, local Inelected to the auditing committee. surance man and former city physComdr. Ralph Atwell presided over ical education director, was named the meeting and Introduced Charles today as general chairman of the Black, rehabilitation officer, who ls 1949 Community Chest campaign. in charge of the awards to be given At the same time It was !Lil· to St. Patrick's school pupils. He said nounced that this year's fund-raisthe awards nre identical with those ing drive will get under way Oct. 5 recently presented to Junior high and extend through Oct. 15. school students. • • • Culberson's appointment to the EIGHT APPLICATIONS for chairmanship, In which he succeeds membership were accepted and a Howard A. Campbell, was announced class of three candidates received by George R. Chick, Community the Legion's oblh1atlon. The po.st Chest president. also voted to purchase six Legion • • wreaths, 12 Legion grave markers CHICK SAID he looks forwiwd to and a new flag. The flag will be a "stirring campaign" under Culdli;plnyrd at the Leg!on home on berson'.s lc;idcrshlp nnd commended Islington i;treet. Members also the new chRlrman for his "fine spirit voted unanimously to purchase a In accepting ' the chnllenge to .serve television set. the community and the seven Red Delegates to the dE:partment conFeather a~ncles."· ventlon v:ere Instructed to draw up a resolution calling for a $1,000 Meanwhile, Culberson himself toproperty tax exemption for nil vetday approved the assignments o! erans who served 90 days or more , campaign divisional chairmen who ' were chosen earlier this week by during World War 1. A temporary convention committee the Chest's board of dlrectore. was a,ppointed to contact the Cham• • • THOSE NAMED were: George ber of Commerce and city officials for municipal coopei·atlon in an R. Chick, Initial gifts; Mrs. John C. Sullivan, employes of firms in effort to bring the 1950 state Legion the Initial gifts division; Andrew convention to Portsmouth. Members C. Graves, employe groups; Fred- of the committee are Walter W. Johnston and Mr. Flynn. erick R. Trimble, laibor unions; Installation of the new post ofWalter F. Beevers, business teams; ficers is scheduled for May 26. Ralph C. Margeson, professional; Emerson s, Spinney, chalf\ businesses, 11nd Herbert R. Hagstrom, education. Culberson Heads Chest Campaign, Slated for Oct. 5J/. • I Mrs. Ira A. Brown was elected regent of Ranger chapter, Daughters of th e American Revolution, at a meeting last night at the home C!f Mrs. Frank W. Randa.II, 699 Middle street. OVher officers chosen were Mrs. Benjamin Hartshorn, first vice re· .gent; Mrs. Harris M. Rogers, second vice regent; Mrs. Artlhur M. Clark, 1 recording secretary; Mrs. Fred F. Hayes, corresponding secretary; Mr11. Jessie F. Crockett, treasurer. Miss Sally Crockett, regli;trar; Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, librarian; Mrs. Leon Ashe, historian; Mrs. Charles W. Gray, chaplain, and Miss Florence Hill, audltor. • • • IT WAS ANNOUNCED that the . national goal of $500,000 for the ad- 1 dition to Continental hall in Wash- ' ington has been :reached and a i;ale of candy and books was held for the benefit of the building !~1d. The ohapter voted to go on record · as opposed to socialized medicine. rt ; also was voted to hold the annual card party at the Wentworth hotel New Castle. In July. ' The next meeting will be a picnic supper June 13 at the home of Miss Etbel Foss on Gosling road. Mrs. Guy E. Speare of Plymouth will be the speaker. Hostesses last night were Mrs. 1Randall, Mrs. Clarence E. Read, Mrs. j Ja:5eph P: Marden, Miss Helen Pickermg, M!Ss Annie FU'rber and Mrs. . Ernest Stafford. ,. _ ~ _ _....,_~~ ----...:_. I I EmpIoymen f Off•Ice riv\ F·1nds Jobs for,88 'i , During May 158 persons sought advice from the a.s.soctatlon on .family problems according to the . monthly report, · Furniture and clothing was distributed to 39 lfamJlles, eight per.sons were given transportatio:n, uven were assisted with legal prob• lema, employment was obtained for eight part-time worker.s and tem-• Porary boarding homes were located !or 12 chlldren. _ It was announced that the Rotary club provided mHk !or 22 chlldren and shoes !or six school chlld:ren. Shoes also were provided by the American Legion auxiliary - The board wlll hold its next ~eeting in September. W_elfare Grouptw ] A1d 115 Families.3 1 A total of 115 f amllles sought aid from the p or t smouth Family Welfare association during March according rto a report made at th~ monthly meeting of the association board o~ directors at the Plscataqua Savmgs bank yesterday. Forty families were given food c!othtng, medicine and transporta: tion; 44 children received milk from the Rotary club milk f d temporary boarding homes ;~~ found for six children and em- • ployment was found · !or eight handicapped persons. . I , Jobs were found for 88 persons during the month of April by the Portsmouth office of the New Hampshire state employment service which covers Portsmouth and 25 additional area towns. Manager Andrew C. Graves said the job placements included 28 vetMrs. c. Waldo Pickett, executive IS rlC erans and 36 women. Of the 88 secretnry of the Chest, will again placed, 15 were in construction 12 serve M campal~n manager. in manufacturing, 18 In whole~ale 1 In Rcceptln~ his appointment of A record total of 674 visits were and retail trades, 17 in service Intho chnlnnnniihlp, CulbcrsotJ said mRde by the Portsmouth District dustrles, l!lx In publlo utllltles, two today that "the flnnncial needs of Nursing association during July ac- tn government service and 16 in the seven Red Feather agencies this : cording to a repor~ mnde by Miss domestic jobs. yeRr wlll need the understanding i· Ruth Allen, supervisory nurse, at Graves said 244 new job applld su port of all our citizens. . ' a board meeting yesterday at the \ cations were received during April. an P • • • ·' Women's City club. 1 They included 66 veterans and 97 HE POINTED out that 400 sollclIt was announced that the third women. tors will be required to conduct the and final diphtheria toxold clinic The active file in the local office campaign and Issued an advance ' will be hel d Aug. 26 at th e district at the end of April contained 1,614 ap ea) !or volunteers. nurnes' office at the nurses' home · job applications, Graves added. i-rrs. Pickett disclosed plans for at Portsmou th · Forty-four job openings are on flle a city-wide rally of Community Services of th e association may bt. he said, mostly in wholesale and th Chest contributors Oct. 6 and said obtained by calling e association l retail and service establishments postal card Invitations will be · office between 8 and 8,:30 am and 1 · mailed to all o! last year's 3,000 sub- and 1 :30 pm, Healey s drug store, scrlbers. , or the supervisors for the month, She explained that this number Mrs. Charles Van Brocklln and Mrs. does not include contributors from ! William C. Walton, Jr. the naval shipyard as solicitor cards were not used In the canvass there. The Invitation, she said, will include all those who made contributions to last year's drive. D• t • t N urses{JA Make 574 Ca 11sJ I I' Mrs. Robert Shackford resigned from the board of directors of the Portsmouth FamJ]y Welfare B&SOciatlon at a meeting Monday in the P.lscataqua Savings bank. Mrs. Shackford Is moving to Chicago. • . Mrs. Gladys Sewall Named President Of Graffort Club ;,~ Mrs. Gladys E. Sewall was elected president of the Graffort club at the annual luncheon meeting held Wednesday at Masonic auditorium. Other officers chosen were Mrs. Ida S. Hooper, vice president; Mrs. Frances T. Sanderson, recording secretary; Mrs. Edith M. Hayes, corresponding s e c r e t a ry : Mrs. Esther Hartford, treasurer; Mrs. Agnes M. Sides, assistant treasurer. Mrs. Ruth J. Bartlett, arts and crafts chairman; Mrs. Edith A. Littlefield, dramatics; Mrs. Ade- . line W. Roberts, home economics; Mrs. Kathleen B. McDonough, literature; Mrs. Cleora H, Reed, music; Mrs. Alberta SWeetser travel; Mrs. Louise · Pridham cus: todian, and Mrs. Gertrude 'MacFarland, membership committee for three years. Mter the business meeting a motion picture featuring various concert artists was shown. The next meeting of bhe club will be held l~!a~. 1 �North Church HonorsJtW25-Year Teacher Christia~ Chore~ _q · The presentation of a purse of money to Mrs. LaU1'a M. Sumner, religious education director of tlhe Nonth Congregational church for the past 25 years, highlig,hted yesterday's observance of Ohlldren's day. The Rev. John N. Feaster, D. D., baptised 36 children. 'Ithey were Oliver Cedrlc Adams, Ce.ry Bryant Alessi, Robert William Bryant, Cheryl Ann Buswell, Albert Daniel Ca.verno, Kenneth Alan Cavemo, Nancy .Ann Cavemo, Susan Holly Chadbourn, Craig Davids Cornish, Cyntlhta Annette Date, Stanley Frank Davis. • • • CHARLOTTE LOUISE DROLET, Stephen Frank Eldridge, Deborah Lynn Fernald, Brenda Susan Gilles- pie, Ronald James Grlffitlh, Caroline Jane Ha.psis, Mark Stephen Hap.sis, Alan Herbert Hett, John Norton Hoyt, Dennis Charles King, Anna May LaRochelle, Ric.hard Joseph Ltnsoott. David Gordon Mack, Gregory Earl Mack, Stanley Bruce Maddock, Jay Everett Mason, John Herbert Merrlll, Linda Sue McNamee, Maureen McNamee, Gordon Lorenzo Moore, Jr., Peter Earle Paisley, Rebecca Ann Peek, Christine Louise Schnitzer, Donald Lee Stevens and Larry Guy Ward. Church school pupils having perfect attendance are Bruce Baird, Phyllis Bean, Patricia Beers, June Fenton, Floyd Hopkins, Mabel Saw1 yer, Gertrude Shattuck, Richard 1Sklnner and Sandra Skinner. John Brackett, PaUI Clark, Ruth Jean ·Storer and Janice Walton were absent only once. • ,.........,. ,Direction Sign L~ Dedicated by 1 · St. John's Church ' A new direction sign was dedicat-' ed during services yesterday morning at St. John's Episcopal church. The hand-carved wooden sign was donated to the church by William G. Wendell of 222 Pleasant street in memory of his mother, the late Mrs. Barrett Wendell of Boston, a summer resident of . Portsmouth tor many years. The Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector, conducted the dedication service after which the sign was hung on the Warner house grounds, Daniels street, at the corner of Chapel street. · Carved by J. Gregory Wiggins, Pomfret, Conn., artist, the sign reproduces the front facade of the church. ~-- Pupils entering the primary department are Eleanor Anderson, Gall Averill, Merry Benfield, Diana Butler, Clayton Chartier, Elizabeth Clark, Richard Clark, Judith Corbett, Carolyn Cornell, Jacqueline Grl!t!lth, Linda Hayes, Richard Hett, Dianne Hopley, Clare Hoye, Thomas Hutchins, Priscilla Keene, Nan Latourelle, Robert Palfrey, June Parker, Joanne Phyllides, Rlcha.rd Smith and Martha Tomkin.son, Junior department graduates are Patricia Beers, Charles Clark, Richard Cooley, Martha Ewer, To Burn Mortgage Robert Hogan, Leslie Jones, Ronald Metcalf, Elizabeth Moreau, David Palfrey, Richard Peterson, Patricia Piper, Madlyn Piper, Marilyn Popham, Robert Shaw, Marion Sprague, Nancy Walton, Lesse White, David Perry and Sancka Skinner. A week-long celebration has been planned by the Advent Christian church to culminate In a mortgage burning ceremony Sunday night, May 22. The ceremC7lly will be conducteri by the Rev. Raymond Bowden, pastor o! the Advent Christian church of ~oston and fmmer assistant pastor at the local church. The church was dedicated Nov. 30, 1941, with an indebtedness of • • • graduates are Robert Brewster, Gary Carkin, Paul Clark, Deborah Dow, Muriel Eastman, Catherine Farrington, Barbara Gorman, Glennis Gray, Robert Lamson, Sandra Mapes, Ronald Peschel, Ela1ne Phyllldes, Jonathan Piper, Paul Robertson, John Splaine, Jr., and Joanne Stanley, PRIMARY SCHOOL Advent Minister Resigns Positic{1·th The Rev. Chester W. Parmley of 240 Islington street, pastor of tihe ISouth Parish cq•. ,J). $39,000. \Elects Wardens at 'Annual Meeting Dr. Rudolph Tomes, Miss Paullne Gray and Franklin J. Stout were elected warden.s of the UnitarinnUniversallst Dhurch at the annual parish meeting last night. About 100 persons attended the session held at the church parish house. It was the largest annual meeting ever held in the history of the church. Lawrence Peyser was chairman. Annual reports were distributed and explained by officers of the various churoh groups. Advent Christian church here for the past 10 years, announced his resignation at last Sunday's morn• • • ing worship service. A RESOLUTION of commendaHis resignation will become effective ~'he last Sunday In September. tion for the Rev. William W. Lewis, He has accepted the pastorate of the pastor, was offered by the Rev. WilAdvent Christian church in Bris- liam Safford Jones, D. D., pastor . elt}eritus of the South parish, Unitol, Conn. Mr. Parmley began his duties here tarian. It was voted to close the church 1n November, 1939, and served two years at the church on Hanover during August. A vote of thanks was given to Mrs. street before the new church at 135 Swnmer street was built in 1941. J. Verne Wood, George Kendall and Parishioners burned the $39,000 John E. Seybolt, retiring wardens. I Mrs. Paul V. Brown, John R. mortgage May 22 of this year. Wiggin and Mrs. Ralph Spinney A native of Sharon, Conn., Mr. Parmley studied at Hartford sem- were named to the 1949-50 nominainary and Wesleyan university and ' ting committee. Supper was served unde1· the la a graduate of the New England chairmanship of, Mrs. Raymond F. School of Theology 1n Brookline, Mass. Blake. He came to Portsmouth after serving for five years as pastor of the Advent Christian church in Wallingo ford, Conn. Before that he held pastorates in AttJeboro, Mass., Bridgeport, Conn., and Peace Dale , The Rev. James E. McCooey, R. I. ' pastor of the Church of the ImmaIn September of 1943 he w; s ap- . culate Conception, has purchased pointed president of the New Hampproperty adjacent to the addition shire Advent Christian conferencP. now being constructed on St. and he was reelected in 1944 and Patrick's parochial school. a.gain in 1945. The lot was purchased from In 1948 he declined a call to serve Ethel M. Brown and Francis L. as national evangelist and field Stevens at 48 Chatham street and worker under the General Confercontains a nine-room house. The ence of America. Reverend Mccooey made no stateNo plans have been made as to ment on what the property would the selecting of a new pastor, a be used for. . spokesman said. I The· land measures 37 by 111 ...church -. feet and is directly behind the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Catholic Pastor Buys Land Plot~"" I I I I The Rev. and Mrs. Paul Schoming of Graham, Alaska, will be \ speakers at services Sunday, May 15. ' A public recognition service will be held Tuesday, May 15, when Dr. c.• H. Hewitt of Providence, R. I ., will preach the sermon. A roll call and candlelight service will be conducted by the Rev. Chester W. Parmley, pastor, Thursday, May 10. The church and all church societies will hold a supper and social program Friday night, May 20. I Mr. Parmley will preach the sermon at the May 22 Sunday service. :Catholic Church ·a~ ·Here to Receive ez,q Its Fourth Priest The Most Rev. Matthew F. Brady, Cath olic bishop of Manchester, announced today the transfer o! several prie.;ts involving the addition o! a priest to the Church or the Immaculate Conception In Portsmouth, already served by three clergymen and the removal or a Port.smouth native from Exeter to Claremont. The Rev. Fintan Elllott, now an asslstn nt at St. Anne's church In Manchester, wlll become the new assl5tant at the Church of the Immaculate Conception In Portsmouth. His transfer becomes effective Aug. 30 as do all the others. • • • Tll\lE, Bishop Brady reported that the Rev. A. 'Andrew Mlller, assistant at the Blessed Sacrament church in Manchester, will go to St. M_ichael's church In Exeter. He will replace the Rev. Francis L. Curran, assistant at St. Michael's since 1942. I Father Curran will report to st. Joseph 's cathedral in Manchester where he will be an aide to Msgr. AT TIIE SAI\IE Edward A. Clark, VGPA, cathedral pasto r. Father Curran came to Exeter from a Berlin parish and during his seven years at St. Michael's was instrumental in the organization of the Catholic Youth Organization there. A Po11t.smouth native and recently ordained priest, the Rev. Robert F. Grlmn, who has been an assistant; at St. Michael's In Exeter since late June, will take over a similar , pooltlon at St. Mary's church In Claremont. I I �- . - ------ --- ---- I° st ion Church Debt 'Goes Up YV4f ~:s • '" Lf3 Smoke' . UP IN SMOKE-Advent Christian church officials hold ll~hted tapers to la. $39,000 mortgage. Left to right ' a.re the Rev. Chester W. Parmley, pastor, Crane A. Morrison, Dr. Fred G. Procter, Frank Hett, Roy DeCoff, Francis F iske, Phllip Marshall, Gerald Knightly, Arthur Taylor, Adolph C. Anderson and Lewls A. Bab b. ~ I (Portsmouth Heral d photo) Advent Christian Church 1 ~ l I To Burn Its M ortgage P arishioners of the Advent Christian chuarch will-in eff ect-own the ground from which they worship. Tomorrow it becomes official wh en officers of the Portsmouth church and state Christian church dignitaries join in burning $39,000 mortgage. The mortgage, parishioners are proud to point out, was paid off in a mere seven and a half years. The official church board will bum the mortgage in a 7 pm candlelight ceremony, The Rev. Raymond Bowden, pastor of the Boston Advent Christian church formerly of Portsmouth, will be guest speaker. Philip s. Marshall, church treasurer, said today that $19,199 was raised through the sale of property and $19,801 was contributed in special gifts and offerings. Tomorrow night's sei•vice conclude a week of festivities. '"The Church of the Open Door" will be the sermon topic ,viU of !Jhe Rev. Chester W. Parmley, pastor, at a 10 :45 am worsh1p service. The choir will sing "Send Out Thy Ligh t" by Gounod. Miss Priscilla Marshall, organist, will play the prelude, "A Song of Gratitude," by Marks; r esponse, "Hear Our Prayer, O Lord" by W11elpton; offertory, "Andante Favori in F" by Beethoven, and postlude ''March of tlhe Priests" by Mozart. Sunday school classes will be held at 9 :30 am with a special program duril1g an assembly period. The Friendly Men's Bible class wi'.J meet <tt the parish house at 9 :30 am artd senior and junior young people's societies are scheduled to meet at 6 pm. "'I1he Vision and the Voice" will be Mr. Bowden's ,topic at bhe 7 pm service. The choir will sing "The Lorct Strong and Mighty." Mrs. Florence Babb wm 1 sing "Omnipotence" by Schubert. ~~~~!~."~!,5.:~y Takes £~u __..__r_c_h__ Pastorate ed _th~ pastorate of the Advent Christia n church here. The Rev. Raymo nd W. Bowden, Jr., will assume bis new duties Jan. .8 succeeding the Rev. Chester W. Parmley who resigned recently. Mr. Bowden was graduated from · Eliot high school in 1937 and from the New England School of Theology, Boston, in 1947. He served the l ocal church as assistant to Mr. P armley during the summer of 1945. Advent Christian * * * i Church Names ? ? WELL-KNOWN throughout New . England, Mr. Bowden has done Interim Pastor evangelical work in Plainville, ' Church to Build • School Addition& An $80,000 building permit was issued to the Harvey Construction company of Manchester today for construction of a two-story annex at the rear of St. Patrick's parochial school. The building will contain four classrooms. The Rev. James E. Mccooey, D. D ., pastor of the Immaculate Conception church, said he did not know when tl}e work will start or any other details about the pro- , ject. I REV. RAYMOND BOWDEN, JR. The Rev. Allen B. Hodges, former national evangelist for the Advent Christian denomination, will serve as interim pastor for the local Advent Christian church, according to an announcement by church officials. . Jan. 8 the Rev. Raymond Bowden of Boston will assume his duties as pastor of the · church. He succeeds the Rev. Chester W. Parmley. . / Church activities this week will , include a Bible study group which will meet in the mission room at 7 \pm tomorrow. A prayer circle is scheduled for 8 o'clock. A mission meeting set for •wednesday has been canceled. A midweek praise service will be held at 7:30 pm Thursday in memorial hall and choir rehearsal will be held at 9:15. · · · The choir will rehearse Christmas music after Sunday evening services until further notice. Conn., Greene, R. I ., Marion, Mass., and at Alton Bay. He has served as president of the I and a member of the Marantha New England School of Theology I choir assembly. Alumni association and a member * of the board of regents of the MRS. BOWDEN is the former semmary, president of the eastern Eleanor Staples, daughter of Mr. district of Massachusetts Loyal and Mrs. Robert Staples of South Worker societies, a member of the Eliot. They have two sons, Robert, Advent Christian General Confer- six, and David, three. ence of America program commitThe Bowdens will be at home tee, a charter member of the Ad- at the church parsonage, 240 Islingvent Christian Publication society ton street, after Jan. 3. * * 1 1 �NEW LOOK-It took all winter to have its face lifted, but the Portsmouth Country club golf course and club house is ready for the invasion of nearly 200 players and several hundred spectators at the annual state amateur golf tournament next week. The clubhouse was jacked up last winter and earth and ledge removed underneath it to make one of the I most modern facilities in New Hampshire. A snack bar, lounge room with tremendous fireplace and a locker room whi~h will accommodate 200 golfers at one time all have been included in the new setup. The above photos show some of the work which has been done at the club. In the photo at the left, John Chabot talks with a couple of members in the new - • I pro shop. The shop" ha.s expanded into the building formerly used as thf men's locker room. The spacious lounge is shown in the middle photo anti at the right, members of the Women's twilight league gather 'round tht" snack bar. Left to right are Mrs. Daniel Driscoll, Jack O'Leary, clerk at the bar; Mrs. Ruth Rafferty, Mrs. Pat Malone and Mrs. James P. Healy. (Portsmouth Herald photos) _l\•i . . ortsmouth Ready for State Amateur Golf Tourney Dressed in its prettiest gown of reen and brown, Portsmouth Coun.r y club is ready to welcome the anual New Hampshire Amateur Golf urnament. It cost the club nearly $30,000 to outfit itself for the state's largest !tnd most popular tourney, which is due to open next Wednes~ii,-y mornng. Some $20,000 went into construc.tion of new locker facilities as well !B,S a ~;nack bar and lounge underneath the club house. The remainder was spent 1n outside work on the golf course. Several holes had to be lengthened, the traps r elined and put into shape for this major tournament. The lengthening of the course has made it some 200 :rards longer than it has been in other years. , • • THE ENTffiE well-worth all the effort, according vices he has to offer the club memto President Lewis M. McNeill. It is bers. the first time in 40 years that PortsOne of the main reasons the New mouth Country club has been host Hampshire tournament remained to the state amateur tournament. away from Portsmouth for 40 yeaxs Way back in 1909 Charles Stuck- was beca use the club just couldn't ling of Intervale defeated Cliff Bass handle such a large program. State of Portsmouth in the finals of the secretary, Rich ard D. McDonough state championship tourney at of Port,smouth and a former PCC Portsmouth Country club. Cliff was president, said that if the club one of New England's top left hand could have handled the tournament , h e would have recommended that it golfers. There Isn't anything that Art But - come here y,e ars ago. And, Portsler, Harry Caswell or Bob Malone, mouth would have had it, too. • • • all PCC members, would like any THERE WILL be some 140 golfers better to do either. on hand for the tournament next • • • week, according to the entry list THE NEW FACILITIES at the which is being prepared by Charles club have come as a real break for E. Staples, assistance secreta ry of John Chabot, too. John has been the state association and secretary able to extend his prt> shop to take of the Portsmouth club. in the old men's locker room and • Ninety-six players have engive him ample space for a small PROJECT was lunch counter as well as other ser- tered the Class A tournament. Those are the golfers with handicaps from 0 to 15 .. There are 16, in the Class B group which is for the 16-24 handicap class and 28 players have entered the senior championship. The senior division is open to players over 50 years of age. ceived an entry from every top golfer in the state of New Hampshire. Tom Leonard, Jr., will be on hand to try for his third state championship. Last year he defeated his brother Dick a·t Nashua for the title and in 1947 he beat Joe Melanson of Wolfeboro at Manchester. THE CLASS B and senior players DICK LEONARD is competing in will have their qualifying round of 18 holes next Wednesday mon1ing . Eight will qualify , for the championship flight and there will be as many divisions as there a,re flights of eight. The qualifying round of 36 holes ,for the Class A golfers is scheduled •t c get underwruy next Thursday morning. Th e first 16 will qualify for the championship lflight and there will be as many divisions of Hi as there are players. Staples said th at he h as re- the tournament and would like to have another crack at his brother. Mel Desmarais, Portsmouth, who always is a threat to the champions has entered the tournament an d cercainly rates the nod as a darkhorse. Art Butler. PCC champion. and Bob Malone as well as Harry Caswell, Johnny Obrey and Milt Carlisle top the list of 50 Portsmouth ent1ies who will be trying to have a local man wdn the state championship. The gown of green and brown • • • * • •. is due to the fact that · the course has been so badly burned during th e drought. The greens are in perfect shape and great care has been exerted to keep them that way. It has been impossible to water the fair ways as the tons of water used would lower the club's own supply. However, the condition is not local and most of the title contenders have been playing under simila r conditions at their own clubs. Match play in all divisions is scheduled to get underway Friday morning. All divisions will play their second round on Friday afternoon with the semi-finals Saturday morning. The fin als will be held Saturday afternoon. Ample room has been provided for spectators and caddies will be available to all golfers who need them. All the club needs now is the er~ Iof "FORE." ----------~ _t:: _..i= ::: �'l. Red;, ·cross Campaign Ji:. I 1 $1,053 Falls Short by P.ortsmouth fell short of its American Red Cross campaign goal Operating Deficit Raises 1 ,., Lo·cal Hospital's1. Rates 1949 . A $29,429 operating deficit at the Portsmouth hospital in 1948 was reported today as the cause of daily rate increases. · • Director John C. Vl\n Metre· said that private rooms are now charged at $12 to $13.50 per day, an increase of $2 to $2.50 a room. by $1,053. Contributions to the campaign totaled $11,076 accordlrig to a report by Mrs. Edward T. Wendell, chapter treasurer. The quota was $12,130. Herbert R. Hagstrom was elected chapter chairman at the annual meeting h eld this week. The Rev. Robert H. Dunn was named vice chairman; Mrs. Paul C. Slawson, secretary, and Mrs. Wendell, treasurer. Board members include Alvin F. Redden, Father Dunn, J. Verne Wood, Harry Winebaum, Philip F. Gray, Mrs. Charles Brewster, Mrs. William Page, Mrs. Slawson, Miss Rosanna. O'Donohue, Miss Marion Call, Robert E. Whalen, Mrs. Robert c. King, the Rev. John Ber-1 sentes, Mrs. A. J . Sewall, Ralph Atwell. lJewish Appeal Lf.5 2. / <.J'oJJ,fq '/CJ The semi-private room rates havelf'-:;;;;;;;===:-- - - - - --=== been increased from $8.50 to $10 and wards from $6.50 to $7 per day. Van Metre's statement in full follows: \ "The Portsmouth hospital has Murray Aronoff, crewman of the SS Exodus, the refugee laden ship found It necessary to increase its Approximately 80 persons toured rammed by a British warship In rates tor hospital rooms and wards Portsmouth hospital yesterday afin order to try to have its income 1947, opened the 1949 United Jewish ternoon in observance of "National Appeal campaign last· night with equal Its expenses. These m:w rates Hospital day." are still lower than those prevailing a plea for funds that will put disl Groups were taken through all placed persons in Palestine on a self in many other hospitals in New hospital departments including pediHampshire. sustaining basis. atrics, x-ray, laboratory and ma• • • ternity departments and the operAronoff, speaking before 50 at a "THE INCOME from the endowating room where equipment was meeting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Dlnnerman of 19 Doris ment fund of the hospital formerly 1 set up for a major operation. proved sufficient to cover the op- · A formula room, where babies' arvenue, said money was needed to • • • era.ting losses, but for the pai;t feedings are prepared and which JOHN C. VAN ETRE, the Rev. ' get the DP's started in their new three years the combined income has been organized within the past James McCooey, Mrs. James P. Grif- home. has been progressively less than the year, was open for inspection. An fin, the Rev. John N. Feaster, D. D., · • • • iron lung and heated bassinet also THEY ARRIVE in Palestine with expenses until in 1948 it was $29,James J. Joyce, Francis T. Malloy, {29.49 short of meeting expenses. were on display. Eugene Cummings, Lynn J. Sander- only a handful of possessions, and "Whil,e this is a situation in Tea was served in the lounge at son Mrs. R . C. L. Greer, Mrs. Eric must be provided homes, clothing the nurses' home where trustees' s~ons of North Hampton, Mrs. and a means of making a living, which most hospitals now find and doctors• wives acted as hostessJerome A. Chase of Seabrook, Mrs. 'he said. ; themselves, the solution seems to. be a reasonable lncl'ease in rates and, es. Herbert White of Rye, Mrs. A. Ms.nTheir first goal is to become self I if found necessaz,y, assistance from ning Remick of Rye, Mrs. Freder.ick sufficient, but they must have our Baumgarten of Greenland and Mrs. , aid to get started, Aronoff added. _pri_v_w_te_so_u_rc_es_o_r_p_u_bl-lc-fun_d_s._"_ j JC.,~ John Willard of New Castle. Harry Winebaum, chairman of Miss O'Donohue, Mr. Wood a nd the drive, reported the campaign is Mrs. Wendell served on the nomin- off to a fine start, and announced ating committee. a.t the meeting that John c. McThe home service report showed Carty, 88 Orchard street, had sent 1190 persons or families given fiin his contribution before the camn'ancia.l assistance . or assisted with paign got officially underway. claims work, 639, consultation and Mr. wi.nebaum 1s arranging a Mrs. Samuel .T. Sunenblick was elected president of Portsmouth secguidance in family problems and tion, National Council of Jewish Women, last night at a meeting in the meeting of the working committee '72 investigations for other chapters. , vestry of Temple Israel. Mrs. Page reported on services to Monday night to finish up the campaign. Other officers chosen were Mrs. milltary hospitals. M. Harold Gerstein, Mrs William • • • Bradba.rd, Mrs. Max Weisner, Mrs. R PORT of the !irst aid 8.tld Abraham Singer, vice presidents; water srufety services given by Mrs. Mrs. Walter Miner, treasurer; Mrs. Brewster showed nine instructors £ Benjamin Slome, corresponding qµallfied for first aid and 17 for secretary; Mrs. Werner Hufnagel, water Sllfety. More than 200 Red recording secretary; Mrs. George Cross swinuning certificates were Shavuos, the "Feast of Weeks," Gelman and Mrs. Benjamin Gersh, given out at t'he municipal pool. aud itors. A resume also was given of activiwill be celebrated by Portsmouith Mrs. Leo Herskowitz, Mrs. SamMrs. Laura M. Sumner was reJews tomorrow and Saturday, . . ties of the first aid unit. The two-day religious hol!day will uel Gerstem, Mrs. Oscar Levmgelected president of the Portsmouth Mrs. A. C. warner, executive secopen with a 7 . 30 m ston, Mrs. Leo Jacobs and Mrs. Ha.rLeague of Women Voters at the 1 tod reta.ry, read a report of adminisat Temple Isr~el. P serv ce ~y I ry Gelman were named to the annual meeting yesterday at the tration o! chapter activities. Mrs. Services also will be held at the nominating co;11~itt;e. home of Mrs. William Farrington on Griffin r ead t'he 1948 annual report • Middle street. temple at 9 am and 7 :30 pm itomorand acted a,g secretary pro tern. MRS. HARRY WINEBAUM and row. Another 9 am service ls sched- Mrs. E. L. Levine were in charge of Branch r epresentatives gave reThis will be Mrs. Sumner's third uled for Saturday. ilrm as head of the league. ports on their communities . . the meeting. Yizkor memorial services will be Other officers chosen were Mrs. Mrs. A:lber-t Woolfson was chairheld at 10 o'clock Saturday mornNornian Michaud, first vice presiman of the program on "Jewish ing. dent; Mrs. S. Gerard Griffin, sec'Music Tlirough the Ages." YoungRabbi Joseph Schimelman will sters participating were Gloria ond vice president; Mrs. Hattie Oxparticipate in the services conducted Wool!son, Irwin Taube, Richard ford, secretary; Mrs. Charles Fullby Rabbi Antoine Kentes. ford, treasurer; Mrs. Irving E. Wilson, Robert Cummings, Irving The hollday commemorates ·the Berwick, Barbara Berwick, Harold Stowe and Miss Lucie P. Pray, presentation of the Torah to the directors; Mrs. Albion Warren, pubTask, Paul Alkon. children of Israel on Mount Sinai. Maj. and Mrs. Albert J. Warren lic relations. Harriet Levine, Larry and Stanley are th_e new Salvation Army repreGerstein, Gloria Applebaum, SanMrs. Frederick Delano, legislative sentatives in Portsmouth. dra Krasker, Sandra. Kline, Judith action; Mrs. Michaud, voters' servThe Warrens• caane here from Herskowitz, Faith Bornstein, Anita ice; Mrs. Franz F. Hoff, finance; Bath, Me., to replace Capt. Hugh . Marcus and Frederick Gersh. Mrs. Arthur J. Reinhart, state items; Fleming who was transferred to . A contribution for the cancer Mrs. Stowe. membership; Mrs. OsBangor. . campaign was voted. car Levingst on, conservation; Mrs. They have three sons, one with Robel't Hayes, economics; Miss Flothe U. S, army in Berlin, one an inrence Hewitt, education, and Mrs. structor at Camp Wonderland in Morris Foye, welfare. Sharqn._ and one attending the New The president announced a meetEngland Conservatory of Music in ing of the state league council to Boston. _\ be held In Hanover May 17 and 18. ,_) Mrs. Hoff announced 11, budget meeting at her home, 384 Lincoln avenue, 11 80 Persons Tour Underway Here Is- Local Hospital I l3 /YlO..\.f Mrs. Samuel Sunenblick Heads Jewish wcr-rriin Women Voters E·lect Mrs. Sumner For Third Termn t:_, Salvation Army Gets New Leader -~ 1\A"o,TP 1fJ Portsmouth Jews Will Celebrate c3 <v 'Feast of Weeks' �Money a Vital Need Concert, Ball':)t<\Tomorrow % V-4 At Therapy Center To Benefit Therapy Center ! Finally, the visitor from New York man stood on Merrimac street yes- asked, "Where does the money come The eighth annual concert and ball sponsored by Miss Dorothy Pace for the benefit of the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center will be held tomorrow nigl;).t at the Portsmouth Community center. Maj. Gen. Frank D. Merrill, USA, hero of the war in Burma, will be the speaker. Vocal selections will be sung by Ernest Hearst of the University of New Hampshire and Kurt Schorr of 'Newton Center, Mass Mr. Schorr, soloist at last year's ball, returns this year l)y special request. A vacationing New York business- terday gazing at the white wooden from to run · the place-for all that building that houses the Portsmouth !equipment and salaries?" · Rehabilitation center. "Oh," replied his friend, "they He turned and spoke slowly to a j get more than enough from the Portsmouth friend. clubs here." "You know, Tom," he said, "dur- J . That final remark reflected pubing the past two weeks I've enjoyed he belief but didn't V-:7ith recent your beaches, your summer play- : st~e~ents of rehabil1tat1on center houses, the picturesque countryside, ! officials. Center President Forres-t historic landmarks and many other · M. E~ton presents different facts things in this area. and figures. "But those kids in there-they, The first revelation from Eaton well, they just made an impression was that the budget for 1049 has • • • on me that nothing else could been reduced from $21,865 to $19,- . A HOBBY SHOW will be held in match." 500. conjunction with the dance. Ex• • hibits will include a model of the • • HE WENT ON to . explain that a HE EXPLAINED that it would ship John Paul Jones by Milton M. newspaper story about the presenta- have been $3,500 below that figuxe E. Leavitt, chip carving and tray tion of the "Lost Boundaries" pre- if the Exchange club hadn't made by Miss Pauline Gray, pottery by miere proceeds to the center first the donation of "Lost Boundaries" Mrs. Thomas Wiggin and Mrs. Jusaroused his interest in the local ser- proceeds. tine H. Weeks, oil paintings by Mrs. vice to crippled and handicapped The _reason for the reductiol'.! is a Franklin E. Jordan, other ship modpersons. statewide drop in funds raised by els by William G. Wendell, carv"In a way," he continued, "it was , th~ New 1:fampshire Society for ings by•Dr. Frederick s. Gray, dolls like a theater, except no actor could Cnppled Children and Handicapped by Mrs. Eleanor H. Bevan and anshow the courage, hope and perse- Persons, parent organization of the tique trays by Miss Rita Cote of verance that those kids demon- ~or~mouth Rehabilitation center, York Village. strated. m Its Easter seal and lily sales The· art department at Portsmouth "Take that little Joey, fol exam- d!rive. . junior high sdhool will enter posters, ple. La~t year the state organization finger paintings, story illustra·tions, 1 "Six years old and h e can't walk, I proVIded $16,000. This year it pro~ bird and flower panels and examples sit up or even 1·011 over. Gee, he vided only $11,000. I of modernistic art made under the can't even talk! A breakdown of the $11,000 disdirection of ;M:rs. Er,helyn Willett. -1 closes the interesting fact that only \ A framed series of Swedish mono"But his expressions were so $9,000 "'.as ~aised during the Easter I grams made by Miss Pace also will bright, and he was so wllii'Ilg to have : fund drive m the area served by the / be on eXThibtt. The monograms won his helpless little arms and legs Portsmouth Rehabilitation Ceniter. a prize in the last World's exhibistrapped to that vertical board just The remaining $2,000 came from tion h eld in England about 15 years to get the feel of standing. other sections of the state. ago.. · "From what the occupational ponations from local or}a.nizations General Merrill served as assistant nd therapist said, he'll have to do the a inflividuals are expected to chief of .~taff to Gen. J ooeph StHsame thing day after day for n:any amount to $8,000 for the yea,r, thus . well in Burma during World Wu II. years to come." giving the center a total of $19,000. j I j!~ i I I • • • _,,)[' • • ~; ~~~ ,,. ,,, . ~ . MAJ. GEN. FRANK MERRILL Well-known as commander of "Merrill's Marauders," he led the fti·st all-American penetration into Burma. In 1944 he was made deputy corrum!nder of U. S. forces in the India-Burma theater. • * • TRANSFERRED to Okinawa as chief of .staff for tbc 10th army in 1945, he was aboard the battleship USS Missouri when Japan surrendered. He was assigned as Inilitai-y advisor to tJhe Philippine government in 1947 before retiring last year. Prxeeds from the ball will benefit the re!labilitation center which last year gave 6,500 frea.tments to crippled and handicapped children and adults throughout the aa:ea. • • • THE PORTSMOUTH MAN, ac- l I "REDUCTION IN FUNDS has a customed to the Rehabilitation cen- two-fold effect," Eaton said. ter and it.s patients, appeared al"FirS t , we must dislniss one emmost emotionless. He remained ploye, a ma n who not only providsilent for a few moments and then 1ed th e transportation necessary for asked the visitor an answerless ; crippled persons, but also worked question: · at the maintenance of the center and "I wonder how Joey must feel manufactured equipment used as when he sees other kids his own wids for our patients. age running and playing?" "Secondl y, many deserving perThe two men continued to dis- sons must wait for treatment." He : 1 cuss little Joey's case; how he was empllasized th e fact that there has born with cerebral palsy, a con- been no reduc tion in the number ditlon that affects nerves to the of patients being treated. "Howmuscles, and how at five yea.rs old ever,'.' Eaton said, "the n umber of I he was brought to the rehabilitation apph~an~ has been steadily incenter in a helpless condition. creaSmg. • • • In the typically inadequate man- I THE KIWANIS club ner of laymen they attempted to , auctiqn, repeat Miss Minnie Witham's ex- ·which will be held tomorrow and planatlon of the goal and methods swturday, was cited by Eaton as one of the center's treatment of the of the most effective means of raischlld. ing funds for the center. "The director said they were "Items ralllging from tires to a trying to retrain muscles and set deer's head have been donated by up new nerve pathways in Joey, local merchants and the public," didn't she?" asked the New Yorker. Eaton said. "Yeah," replied 'T!)lll, ••and did you Persons who buy at the auction see all the clever types of equipment will benefit as well as our Ciippled 1 , they use for him and the other and handicapped patient..5," he · patients?" added. . John S. Dimock is general cha!r"The fkst step, the nurse said, ls f th' ucticm which will be to teach. kids_ like ~oey ~elf-care~t thee a,~mory on Parrott avebut learn~ng little thmgs llke_ how to nue beginning at 2 pm each day grasp a piece of wood takes time and d t· • i t the nigh• patience." an con mumg n o e. 1 · I 1 ~:i: YWCA Directors ~ Stress Program -J · In Adult (lasses The Young Women's Christian association will stress a program for young adult women nex.t season. This was decided last week at the June meeting of the association's board of directors. A committee will be formed to J;>lan a program for employed girls and young housewives. The directors approved a membership campaign to be held in Septemper. Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, public a!fairs chairman, was authorized to write to New Hampshire senators expressing approval of the position of the national YWCA board in urging the Senate to ratify the Atlantic treaty. Mrs. Pickett also is to write to New Hampshire Congressmen urging the passage of tJhe Celler bill or the McGrath-Neely bill, either of which would remove several features of the Displaced Persons aot of 1948 which are considered "objectionable" by tJhe national association board. • • • MEMBERS DISCUSSED proposed new policies of the Community chest association. They also considered more extensive publicity of the YWCA quarters on Daniels street. Members pointed out women do not have to belong to the association to use the building. Mrs. Fred Ford, who plans to leave Portsmouth soon, resigned fr0fil the board. Mrs. Sherwood Brown, chairman of the board announced that a. " moonligU-Jt sail" will be held in . July. �- - - - - - - ----- ------ Therapy Center $3,525 Moiie Nets \. "\..'\ "Lost Boundaries" paid dividends . esterday to the Portsmouth Rehab!litatlon center. A check for $3,525, representing the largest single donation ever made to the center, was presented to Director Minnie Wi tham. The presentation was made by Exchange club member George A. Patten. The Exchange club sponsored the world premiere in Portsmouth of the Louis deRocheroont movie. Patten said, " 'Lost Boundaries' Lold a story about unfortunate people. The Exchange club is pleased to present thls check to help unfortunate children." 1 Mrs. Robert C. King was elected president of the Women's City club , at the annual May luncheon yes- I terday at the clubhouse on Middle street. Other officers chosen were Mrs 1 Allen deRochemont, first vice presi- , dent; Mrs. Ralph Ea.ton, second vice president; Mrs. Thomas J . Quinn, third vice president; Mrs. E. Bliss Marriner, recording secretary; Mrs. Irving Flanders, treasurer; Mrs. Edward T. Wendell, assistan t trea urer; Mrs. James Griffin, auditor. Mrs. Clarence C. Sanborn, Mrs. Harold Smith, Mrs. Harry Downing, Mrs. M. L. Nannis and Mrs. Charles W. W. Spaulding were n amed to the board of directors; Mrs. Joseph Conner, Mrs. Samuel M . Cohen and Miss Dorothy Philbrick, trustees. • • • HARRY JO ES, a local man who played a part In the picture, was introduced to the group that gathered to witness the presentation. He said, "Thoughts of the work done here which will benefit from the movie make me proud of having had a part in 'Lost Boundaries'." Stressi ng the need for funds "now, more than ever," Forrest M. Eaton, president of the Rehabili tation center, told Exchange club representatives that their organization should feel proud to have made the "largest donation ever" to such a worthy cause. · . He explained that a reduction of $2,300 in the current bqdget necesitated the dismissal of one full time employe. "I n addition," he added, "Increased costs of supplies and materials used in the rehabilitation program h ave burdened the center." • • • • • Mn,s. I A HELPING HAND-Exchange clubber George A. Patten of Portsmouth h nds a check for 3,525 to Miss Minnie Witham, director of the Port mouth Rehabilitation center. The check repre ents the proceeds of the Exchange club's sponsorship of the world premiere of "Lost Boundaries." (Portsmouth Herald photo) • PAULDING, retired presi- dent, was presented a bouquet of red roses and Mrs. Wendell, who has served as treasurer for nine years, also received a gift from the club. Announcement was made of the annual meeting of the Federation of Women's Clubs to be held June 21, 22 and 23 at the Farragut hotel in Rye, Five new members . were introduced. Mrs. Alonzo Parks read the annual report of the house committee and Mrs. Andrew C. Graves reported for the nominating committee. • • • EATO OFFERED his organi- 1 zatlon'a thanu to "the Exchange MRS, DEROCHE 10 T was in charge of a rug exhibit. Mrs. Thomas H. Rudklns or Beverly, Mass., guest speaker, wa.s introduced by Mrs. E. Goddard Day. Mrs. Rudklns reviewed six books. Mrs. Edward Bewley, Mrs. George Chick and Mrs. Downing were in charge of the luncheon. Mrs. Lloyd Ingham wa.s chairman of the dining room committee. She was as, slsted by Mrs. Walter Marrs, Mrs. Claudia Clarke, Mrs. Ralph Lessard, Mrs. Ralph Thomp.son and Mrs. For,rest Lange. club and people of Portsmouth who m ade the donation possible." Included in the audience were representatives of the amelllary, Frank E. Booms. Post, America.n Legion, members of the Portsmouth District Nurses association and several members of the board of / director.a of the Rehabilitation cen ter. Mrs. Robert King Elected Head of n ul-1 Women s City Club 1 CONGRATULATIONS-Na.than H. Wells, immediate past president of the Portsmouth Kiwanis club and master of ceremonies at the eighth annual Dorothy Pace ball, congratulates Miss Pace during the Rehabilitation center benefit last night at the Community Center. More than 300 persons attended the ball and concert conducted annualJy by Mlss Pace to assist in financing work at the Rehabilitation center sponsored by the I Portsmouth Kiwanis club and the New Hampshire Society for Crippled Children and Handicapped Persons. (Portsmouth Herald photo) ....-.) \ �.. Beal ,--: State Veterans Groups Installed as Head · ~\..~Loo kout' Of Portsmouth Rotarians A 1.d 'O perat10n School Supt. Raymond I . Beal was installed president of the Rotary club at a dinner meeting yesterday at the Rockingham hotel. Samuel R. Blaisdell, retiring presi- ....- - - -- - - - - - - - - - dent, turned over his gavel to Mr. Beal. William Harris Installed President Of Lions Club 'J~» Others Installed were Dr. John H. Sprague, vice president; Mon!s H. Berry, secretary; Herbert R. Hagstrom, treasurer; Roger E. Moulton, assistant secretary, and Edward L. Paterson, sergeant-at-arms. Directors are Mr. Beal, Mr. Blaisdell, Dr. Sprague, Mr. Hagstrom, Mr. Berry, Wyman P. Boynton, Dr. 1 Thomas B. Walker and the Re;v. Robert H. Dunn. I • • • MR. BLAISDELL REPORTED on activities during the past year. Mr. Beal outlined plans for the coming year. Visiting Rotarians were Hugo Wiberg of Cambridge, Mass., E. Fay Dexter of Morrisville, N. Y., G. w. Keyworth of Gardner, Mass., Harold Smart of Belmont, Mass., Patsy Calella of Haverhill, Mass., Ralph Hindman of Buffalo, N. Y., and Joseph Smith of Coxsackie, N. Y. • • • ONE HUNDRED percent attend- ance pins were awarded to the following: Mr. Austin, Mr. Bettinson, Mr. Butler, Mr. Flanders, Mr. Harris, Mr. Stewart, Mr. scott, Clark Coleman, John Inglis and Harold B. Wood. Most of the officers attended the annual meeting of the 44th district h eld last Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Dixville Notch. In addition, the following were present: Mr. and Mrs. Clark Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. David MacKenzie, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Peterson. Also Mr. and Mrs. Harold Wood and Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Massey. Members discussed an auction to be held Aug. 12. Movies . of the meeting at Dixville Notch will be shown by Mr. Peterson at next week's meeting at the Pannaway club. • • • GUE TS WERE John Foley, Jack Scott, Charles McCarthy and Alexander A. Moore, all of Portsmouth, George Scott of East Orange, N. Y., and Morris Ernst of Portland. The next meeting will be an interclub dinner session at 7:30 pm Thursday in honor of the officers of HMS Glasgow, a British vessel expected to dock at the naval base July 13. Attending the dinner will be members of the Kiwanis, Lions, Exchange and Rotary clubs. I National Guard Planes Highligh Air Show June S 41 The Portsmouth squadron of the Civil Air Patrol, will hold maneuvers and an air show at the local municipal airport June 5 with 12 New Hampshire National Guard planes participating. Raymond Whitcher, squadron commander, said the show would open at 9 :30 am with the anival of the various groups and squadrons of the New Hampshire wing. At 1 :30 pm a cadet close order drill competition Is scheduled with regular army personnel as judges. • • • THE NATIONAL GUARD planes from Grenier field will stage their air show at 3 o'clock and after their maneuvers the pilots will land at the airport. They will be available for questions concerning the air guard, according to Whitcher. , Gov. Sherman Adams and wing commanders from the various neighboring states have been invited to attend the show which Is being presented by youth11 between the ages of 15 and 18. Three hundred New Hampshire Civil Air Patrol cadets will take part in the show, Whitcher added. William Harris was installed president of the Portsmouth Lions club at the Pannaway Club last night. Also installed were George scott, first vice president; Ira. A. Brown, second vice president; Malcolm Austin, secretary; Karl E. Flanders, treasurer; Harold Stewart, Theodore Butler, Edward Shaines and John McDonough, directors; and Arthur Yager, tail twister and Harold Clark, lion tamer. Winslow Bettinson was presented his past president's pin by Harris following the installation. 1 In a large part of New Hampshire In early September time will skip backward five years to the days of World War II when the Air Defense command stages lts first postwar aircraft detection exercise in the 10 northeastern states. Ex tending from the triangle consisting of Kittery, Old Orchard and Fryeburg, the area includes points as far south as New Jersey and Delaware. New Hampshire's part in the exercise is being directed by Brig. Gen. Charles F. Bowen, who is being aided in the recruitment of ground observers by the state departments of t he American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. • • • "Operation Lookout," the exercise is intended to test the efficiency of aircraft detection by ground observers and radar units working In close conjunction. ICK AMED General Bowen said that approximately 225 observation posts are to be established In New Hampshire, south of an imaglnery line running between North Conway and Lancaster. The Individual ground posts are to be approximately 5.7 miles apart, according to Genera.I Bowen, giving each post 32 square miles of area. Fighter and bomber planes, simulating "enemy" aircraft, are to take part in the six-day exercise. • • • THE GE ERAL pointed out that ground observers are still an essential part of defense against aerial invasion because radar Is limited in some phases of its operation. For example, radar cannot "pick up" low flying aircraft until they come within the horizontal range of radar, the general said .So ground crews must be used to supplement the radar operation. Portsmouth Man I First Negro Head 1 ' Public Meeting Of State War v~t; \On 'Gambling' ~ Planned by WCTU I The New Hampshire department, United Spanish American War Tentative plans for a public meetVeterans Ls the first department ing on the "gambling situation" to elect 'a Negro commander. were made yesterday at a, meet~g of the Portsmouth Womens OhrisThe honor went to Alex A. Moore tian Temperance Union at the home of 86 High street, 73-year-old re- of Mrs. Gladys warren on Willard tired navy yard employe, elected avenue. . Saturday at the 51st anual enThe committee ~a~ng arrang~ments for the meetmg mcludes Mrs. campment at The Weirs. Flora McMullen, Miss Maude SanOne of the departments of the born, Mrs. Mary Tolman, Miss Belle located below the Angell, MTS. Fred G. Procter, Mrs. organization, Pearl Alvey, the Rev. Edward H. Mason Dixon line, 1s composed of Brewster, the Rev. Obester w. ParmNegoes, but the N. H. department ley and the Rev. Roderick A.. Macis the first of the others to choose donald of Kittery Point. a Negro commander. An offering was taken for the • • • Sylvia Lane fund. Mrs. Louise Marsh all spoke on MOORE SERVED as junior vice "The Cost of Alcoholics and General commander in 1947 and as senior Drinkers te: the state." Mr. Brewvice commander last year. He also ster reported on the governor's conls a past commander of the Win• field Scott Schley, Camp No. 4, feTence on alcoholics. Fifty dollars from the Frye fund Portsmouth. were voted for repa irs to the BoylChosen camp adjutant in 1942 ston home in Manchester. The unit went on record as opto replace a vacancy, he was elected adjutant in 1945 and still holds that posed to the manufacture and distribution to children of any beverpost. age which has an alcoholic content. Moore served in the Ouban camThe next meeting will be held 1 paign in the navy and was apJune 28 at the Home for Aged pointed blueprtnter and photo- women on Deer street. grapher at the navY yard In 1910 A covered dish luncheon was and served In that ce.pac1ty until served. his retirement in 1933. I I �ARY-Em erson H ovey post, Veterans of Foreign ·wars, last night marked the 30th anniversary of its founding. Ralph Martell, post commander, cut the cake assisted by Mrs. llelen Kusky, auxiliary president. Charter members formed a. guard of honor. Left to right are Benjam in F . Downing, mlth Morrow, Charles Boyer, l\Irs. Kusky, Mr. Martell, Lee cott, John Curran and William Kusky. (Photo by Farnham) VF uxiliary . Install . Officers at Joint Rites Local VFW Observes • rY/)./ /;Ann 1versa ry of Founding Approximately 200 persons celebrated the 30th anniversary of the ~alph Martell and Mrs. Helen Kusky were installed as commander and president of Emerson Hovey post No. 168, Veterans of Foreign Wars and founding of Emerson Hovey post, Veterans of Foreign Wars, last night at the post home on Parrott avenue. a uxiliary last night. ' The dinner also marked the 50th anniversary of the national organiThe joint installation ceremonies)':-----,-:--:-:---- - - - -,,....,--~ were held at Portsmouth Community At the opening of the meeting a zation. Center. About 200 persons attended. "walker chair" was presented to the Highlight of the program was the* Other post officers installed were Portsmouth Rehabilitation center Arthur Gagnon, post quarterGeorge Keelty, senior vice com- from the VFW department and lo- presentation of a flag by Mrs. Lill lian Murphy, past president of the master, was master of ceremonies. t mander; Raymond Pierce, junior cal poS · vice commander: John Bechard Gifts were presented to retiring VFW auxiliary, in memory of Ches_ J oseph Cullen, Sr., post historian, ter D. Loveless; who was killed in gave a history of the local post. An ' chaplain; Arthur Gagnon, quarter~ Iand installing officers. acrobatic dance was presented by master. Guests included Mayor and Mrs. action aboard the USS Tang. Nancy Brown. Cecil M. Neal, Councilman Mary C. Six charter members of the post William Kusky, post advocate; present were Lee Scott, Smith MorNeil C. Bierce, trustee for three years; Morris Herman, post sur- Dondero, Dept. Comdr. Raymon~ row, Charles Boyer, John Curran, William Kusky and Benjamin geon; tGordon Davis, sergean major; William F'. deRochemont, Chase of Dover and his suite, Lt. Downing. quartermaster sergeant; Joseph [ Comdr. Edwin T. Osler, USN, Lt. The anniversary cake was cut by Col. Hiram Smith, USA, Ira Fonda, Ralph Martell, po,st commander, asCullen, post h istorian. I Douglas Cottrell. patriotic instruc- Maine department senior vice com- sisted by Mrs. Helen Kusky, aux1tor; Harry Laderbush, officer of t'he mander, and Mrs. Fonda, depart• iliary president. The charter memday; Ario Pierce, adjutant; Ricl).ard ment auxiliary junior vice presi- bers formed an honor guard during Ingraham. guard, and George P. dent, and Mrs. Elizabeth French, the ceremony. Frost, publicity chairman. • • member of the national council of administration for district No. 1, GUEST INCLUDED Mayor and OTIIER A XILIARY officers inVFW auxiliary. Mrs. Cecil M. Neal, Councilma'!l ducted were Clara Butler, senior Mary C. Dondero, Capt. John J . vice president; Rosalie Morgan, Scheibeler, USN, Portsmouth naval junior vice president; Hattie Shapshipyard planning officer; Lt. Col. leigh, chaplain; Helen Fogg, guard; John P . Stafford, USMC, commandHarriet Gould, patriotic instructor; ! Ing officer of the marine barracks Evelyn Martin, conductress. at the base. Justine Bechard, historian; LilCapt. Henry Bacon, USA, and Lt. lian Postemak, banner bearer; Hope DeWitt, Beatrice Green, Effie Sip Herbert Oerter, USA, both of the and Dorothy Caswell, color bearers; Port.smouth Harbor Defenses, and Mildred Webster, trustee for three Mrs. Mary Martell, mother of the years; Alice Louther, musician; Ruth post commander. Glidden, assistant musician, and Bertha Turney, se'cretary. Installing officers were Edgar Belrose of Suncook, VFW department junior vice commander; Leola Elliott, past department auxiliary president, and Ruth Goodwin, department conductress. • I �Y ac11t Club Secretary a1 s On Rolling Sea of White Paper Basking on a. sunny deck while bowling over the rolling waves is a yachtsman's paradise. However, there's a lot more to yachting than the thrill of a lively breeze. Herman J. Leibrook of 75 Kent street can verity that. There are water bills, electric bills, gas bills, fuel bills, dues to be collected, salaries to be paid and dozens of items, which the lolling yachtsman never wol'Iies about. Herman tftllnks about them all. In his 45th year as a member of the Portsmouth Yacht club and its secretary-treasurei' for 25 seasons, he seldom has time for the cruises to Boothbay, Provincetown, Gloucester or Marblehead. In faot, Herman has to scurry around to find time for a jaunt to the Isles of Shoals or a short trip a.round Whaleback. The summer sea.son of the club opens tonight and the veteran officer will be right on hand to play a major role In the opening program. He is the oldest active member In the club, He has a. three month advantage over Robert J. "Bob" Boyd of New Castle, retired naval shipye,rd draftsman, who joined In July of 1905. Leibrock's books a.re spotless and above questioning. Younger membel"6 of the olub marvel at the thoroughness or the records. But, the former bookkeeper for the Frank Jones Brewing Co. has had plenty of experience. He was employed at the Brewery for more than 30 years, retiring in 1929 when the establishment closed. After that he assisted in ta.king the 1930 census in Portsmouth and worked at various odd jobs here ever since. His first love 1s the Portsmouth Yacht club and his dinIng room table is virtually a mass of white paper-records of the club as well as official com- "A D I THINK it may be said that there is a reasonably good prospect of one such company locating on thd New England coa t," Adams said, Two Connecticut sites are also under consideration, according to the governor, one at New London and the other at the mouth of th& Connecticht river. The governor added, stressing that It is a "sidelight" to the development of a New England steel plant, that a coppel.1J)lating company 1s "very interested" in establishing a Portsmouth plant for the manufacture of one of its by-products. The Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce reported today that it had received no inquiries from copperplating concerns in regard to the availability of sites. The secretary, Miss Helen Kelly, said that two Massachusetts concerns have asked the Chamber for ' informat.ion concerning the former I' New England Fibre company plant. Adams said he could not "amplify" the discussion of the possibility of · the co)}J)erplating mill commg here "at this time." 1"Our main objective is getting a 'eel company to locate in New Eng,nd," he said. "One of the most pectacular develvpments In recent 'ew England h istor_y r.as been the ·oansion of steel fabri cation plants New England." • • * HE SAID THAT 3,000,000 tons of f ·1ished steel are being used annual- I50 I l I HERMAN J. LEIBROCK , , • • Reams and reams municatlon.s and other data. Oftentimes he'll look at the work piled in front of him, shake his head mournfully and say: "I think I'll retire next year. I've been doing this for many · years and everything is okay now. Someone else can do as well as I have." He's been threatening to retire for the past half dozen years. Herman, he'd rather be called that than the more formal "Mr. Leibrock", is not the first member o'f his family to hold membership in the PYC. His two brothers, Richard J . and Rudolf V., joined in 1899, the year the club was incorporated. "I'm going to enchoy myselt this summer," said Herman yesterday. "I'm going to sit on the porch once in a while and get some of that sun. It's all free, you know." His little Kent street garden also takes ,some of his time, but those important records mean more to him than all the trips over the blue ocean. Yacht club activities get underway tonight with the Fourth of July dance. Monday afternoon will be the first race of the season. Committee chairmen who were named by the board of directors and announced by Com. modore Milton E. Leavitt are Thomas H. Webb, dance committee; Wa!ter Hayden, racing; Capt. Shirley Holt, house, and Charles Emery, social committee. '1,..... :l Trawler Towed To Local Port ~·~ A 40-foot trawler, the Franc~sca of Boston, was towed into Portsmouth harbor yesterday by a coast guard cutter after being disabled off the Isles of Shoals. ~he trawler lost her propeller 1 while fishing five miles east by south of the Shoals, according to Chief Boatswain's Mate Palmer 1 Guarente, s~ipper of the 83-foot An attempt to interest "big coast guard vessel. steel" in locating a plant in New Three men, including her captain England is being pushed by the and owner, Anthony Cherismo, New England council and Gov. were aboard the Francesca, which Sherman Adam disclosed today was one day out from Boston. that a copperplating company Is "very interested" in a Portsmouth site. Copper Co_mpddY ~ 'Very Interested' In Portsmouth Site Frederick S. Blackall, Jr., chairman of the council's iron and steel committee, reported today that an expert consulting engineer has been retained to study the problem of ore and transportation costs from Labrador iron fields. Gov. Sherman Adams said that New Hampshire ls working "closely" , wlbh the council on the matter and that Portsmouth is one of three sites under consideration, if a major steel concern decides to build a New' England plant. • • • ly tn New England plants but added that the recent "basing point decision" is working against furliher growth. The basing point system used by major steel companies enabled New England manufacturers to purchase raw steel and bring it to New England at t!he same price paid by manufacturers located nearer the / source of the raw material. "I know," Adams said, "that 10 faJbricators have purchased sitis near Pittsburgh since the basing point decision was handed down. Fortunately, none of them are New England concerns as far as I know. "However, it does mean that New England must find steel at a nearer point in order to compete against manufacturers with lower freight ' rates," he said. ' . .. THE GOVERNOR explained that vast amounts of fresh water are required In processing iron into steel whicih Portsmouth can make available through the Piscataqua river, although the salt would have to be condensed from the sea water. , Meanwhile, Blackall through an Associated Press dispatch, said that John E. Kelly, the consulting engineer, has already left for Labrador to begin his researches. "If the results of !his research indicate that New England can indeed support a profitable steel indus try," he said, "the council committee wllJ endeavor to develop this opportunity tfor the region's lfurther industrial expansion." · Blackall said his committee understands that Labrador-Quebec ore "can be laid down on the New England coast at appi;oximately the same price that Mesabi oi:e can be laid down iil Duluth." �51 lton Industry to Builcl In P~Ftla~~t Not Here .P,ortsmouth's pro~pect& of an iran processing plan~ locating here appea1,~d to have faded today when it was learned' that the· plant probably will be built in Portland. A representative of an investment syndicate met last Ratw·day with Portsmouth civic leaders and urgea that local business men aavance $45,000 towar!l the purchase of a :building to house a plant which manufactures Iron .by.aft electrolytic formula. 0 James B. Smith, vice president of the local Chamber of Commerce, said that the proposal made by Nelson E. Wright df Keene was "not definite" enough to justify local investment. organization persons. employing 80 more The Keene man maintained that he could not get cooperation from Portsmouth authorities and he had • • • been "bucked" in his efforts to buy S_MITH. C ON F IR ME D that the National Gypsum compaey's Wnght d1s_cussed the matter with Plant No. 6 by creditors of the HERBERTP. WARRY Mayor Cecil M. Neal,_ Seacoast Re- f mer Ne En land Fibre comFRANKLIN J. ENGELHARDT gional . Secretary Alvin F. Redden,_ or w g New England council member Frank pany. Randall and himself. I He acknqwledged that he wanted 1 However, Smith said tha,t while the local business men to advance Wright talked in the terms of a. $45,000 fo':' purchase of the p_Iant "multi-million dollar industry," he and each mvest?r would b«: entitled was asking for $45,000 to build a ~ a_ stock holdmg proportionate to plant employing at the . beginning his mvestment; • • The resignation of Herbert P. Warry a~ generaLsecretar:i; of the Ports only 30 persons. mouth Young Men's Christian associa~on has been accepted, Stowe Wilder, "He envisions a iron industry in WRIGHT CLAIMED that he needassociation presider· ~-~nmCrP.rl toda . Portsmouth, which would be a great ed only the plant space in which to benefit, but in all our conversation get his new ·comP.any into operaf' - Wilder gave no reawn for the there never seemed to be anything tion. He said that he has $1,000,000 resignation, adding only that it was tangible on which we could pin any "subscribed" to finance the company' accepted "with regret." and that all he iieeded from Portsassurance," Smith said. Wa;rrry said this morning he . re- 1 Meanwhile, ,Wright , told The mouth interests would be the price si,gned "to take a. !!'est. · I have no I Portsmouth Herald today in a tele- of the plant. othea- pla'll.S at all. I'll probably reNegotiations "bogged down" In phone conversation that "Portsmain in Portsmouth." mouth has lost 'a goldeI! opporlun- Portsmouth, according to Wright, The board of directors appointed and he took his :proposition to Portity ." Franklin J. Engelhardt, executive • • • land where "the welcome exceeded secretary for the southeast district HE SAID that Portsmouth has anything I've ever see'J'l." of the state YMCA, as acting general "availaible the electric power, buildPorbland offered land, buildings secretary until the post can_be filled Ing space and everything else and easily obtain8ible electric power, on a p&mane'J'lt basis. Portsmouth area businessmen ·nneeded to promote an iron industry Wright said, and he expects to start • • • terested in improvements in the worth $25,000,000 . annually." · operations there in the near future. W ARRY CAME to Portsmouth in Portsmouth harbor took their case Wright said that his plan called Meanwhile, Smith probrubly echoed before the army's division engineers 1944 f•rom Perth Amboy, N. J., where !or e;tablishing, "not one industry the sentiments of most loca,l busihe had been boys' work director ·yesterday at a public hearing in but three.'' The electrolytic iron ness men when he said that Portsthe Community Center. and program secreta.ry. He had been processing plant would employ · 400 mouth is interested in a steel ina~tive In YMCA work in New Jersey persons 24 hours a day, according dustry that is willing to eome in , Leading proponent of tihe harbor to Wright. In addition, he hoped to here on a self-financed basis. \ for 16 years prior to his appointment betterment group was Mayor Cecil to Portsmouth. bring in a box manufdcturing con- ' "We want good, solid industry in M. Neal who filed a brief with the He is a native of Pate,rson, N. J., cern and a wood wa.ste products Portsmouth," he said. engineers' board. was educated i'll sohools there and Hampshire Public Service compalfy.-1 attended Columbia university in The mayor contended that the Ressiquie also discussed the navi· · J h J Halloran, representing 16 0 t New York City. New Hampshire Seacoas reg10n , n · , gational hazards and was. joined by "one of the most important in- the Sprague Coa,t company, which Harry G. Gilbert of the "'BoconyHe 'resides with his wife and two daughters and a sO'Il at 73 Saga- dustrial regions of the state" and Is constructing a ~epot on_ th e uppe~, Vacuum oil company in asking their that because of high percentage river, "just opposite Boilmg Rock'. removal. more avenue. f skilled workers, available indus- said that removal of the hazard IS • • • Engelhardt will continue his duties as executive secretary for the south- ~rial sites and transportation facil- / of "extreme import!l,nce" to his com- f RALPH MERAS of Exeter was the eastern district of the state while ities, its further development de- pany. .. , I last speaker ffom the 20 persons temporarily filling Warry's post. pends to "a. lai.,ge degree" on harbor He_ a.rgued t~at Boi~mg Rocks I prese'J'lt and he, too, urged that the • • • improvement. locat10n makes it_ a hazard :<Jr not board make a favorable :finding on ENGELHARDT is a former exe. orny the coal colliers that will sup- the request for harbor improvement. He offered figures to support the ply the depot but for oil tankers However it wa.s Halloran who cutive secretary of the eastern te t'on t,hat t he hai-lbor acbranch of the Washington, D. C., con n 1 f the company plans t o use 1at er. brought an' end to the meeting when O 1 commod•a ted nearly 500 vesse s • • • YMCA. He is a nativp of Mam.besd •· the year exclusive he asked Lt. Col. Gunnar W. Ca-rlson ter, graduate of Manchester West all types urmg ·• t HALLORAN SAID that the fast the chairman: nd high school and attended St. An- of the hu reds of · pleasure craf runniµg tides a,nd the narrow space "How long do you believe it will f~ nav 1·gational maneuvering ma,kes selm's college for three years. He and small fish.in~• v.essels. v. be, colonel, before the army and rd transferred to Springfield colle@ to THE MAYOR'S REPORT indi· "Boiling Rock" a definite haza . congress, acts on this so that we 1 __reeeive A. haehelor of science degree 1 Conid11. Marsball H. Austin, USN, can get results?" in 1941. Since his ·graduation froiµ cated that local civic groups feel representing the Portsmouth paval After a whispered conference with that the removal of Gangway rock, college he has held positions as asbase commander, Rear Admiral a, civilian aide, Carlson grinned and sist1mt boys' work secretary a t the Boiling rock and the ledges ait the Jol1n H. Brown, Jr., particularly said, "Arny other spea,kers, if not, Watertown, N. Y., "Y" and at the southwest tip of Badger"s island urged the removal of hazards in the hearing adjou=ed." Montclair, N. J. branch. He served will reduce the "navigational haz- lower river. • • • in the army for three years before ards" in the harbor. He said that merchant vessels are LATER HE TOLD newsmen that going to Washington. Neal was followed by seacoast forced by the dangers of Gangway the engineers' report has to be filed Wilder said the directors met yes- Regional secretary Alvin F. R~d- rock to sail very cl~ to the n~val in Wasl;lington before the end of the terday and appointed a committee o.ep., who, in addition to speakmtg1 base piers so that wh1lethno hcollis1do~s year. empowered to seek a new, perµian- 111 favor of the harbor developmen , have ever taken place e azar JS ent general secretary, The commit- expressed his appreciation for the alwa,yi, there. _ , However, he could not give an estiteemen are Frank J. Massey, John "courtesies and assistance" extend- Another i,peaker favoring the mate as to the cost of the proposed project, explaining that "is the L. Scott, Charles H. Walker and Mr:. ed him by the army engineers. blasting ·of the three danger points next step in the preparation of our ,sTn..t,,'l,.. was H. D essiauie of th, Ne:w 1 Warry Quit$ YM Post; !New Secre~ary Arrives I Army Engineers Hear City's Plea for River.)'(.,ork �-lost Boundaries' Gets Atlant~ran Presentation of "Lost Boundaries" has been banned in Atlanta, Ga., by the city's movie censor. In banning Louis deRochemont's movie, Miss Christine Smith, the censor, said she had "no particular reason." According to the Associated Press, Miss Smith said she had the power to ban the movie if she thou~ht it detrimental to "good order, good health or good morals." • • • R. L, McCOY, Atlanta distributor of the film, was quoted a.s saying the censor "wouldn't give me any reason either." "But she did .say before the film ever got here she was going to ban it," the <liatributor added. I 'Lost Boundaries' To Be Televised '1., In 'Banned' Cities 1,, DeRochemont Maps DeRochemont Plans 'Lost Boundaries' Campaign Against Court Action on1 Doctor Hints at 'Boundaries' Ba~'); 'Boundaries' Ban Racial Preiudjce to- While "Lost Boundaries" is banned on movie screens In Memphis, Tenn., and Atlanta, Ga., and even on television sets In Memphis, Producer Louis deRochemont today mapped a campaign from h Newington home to i,.how his ra e-question motion picture in those cities, ''somehow.", After movie censors in both Memphis and Atlanta banned the picture deRochemont yesterday contact~d Henry W. Slavick, general manager of television station WMCT in Memphis for "Lost Boundaries" time, but Slavick declined "to become part of the controversy." Producer Louis deRochemont day oharged the Atlanta and Memphis censors with "overstepping their police functions" in banrung his movie, "Lost Boundaries." DeRoohemont, in telegrams to Eric Johnston, president of the Motion Picture Producers as&ociation, and Ellis Arnall, president of the Association of Independent Motion Picture Producers, asked the movie industry to back him In a court test of the censors· authority. • • • THE NEWINGTON producer de- scribed the Southern bans as "despotism" and said he was ad• • • I vised they are "clearly in violation <>! the first amendment (of the NOW, ileROCBEMONT said, he'll take the film to the Southern cities u. s. Constitution).'' · DeRochemont said bis movie "is and show it to small groups"church societies, judges, profession- based on the fundamental ideals of al groups and possibly fraternal or- democracy itself.'' After the Southern ban, deRocheganizations." mont announced pla1ts to show the Determined that "Lost Boundfilm on television in those cities aries" will be shown, the Newingbut a Memphis television station ton producer said he's confident it declined to handle It. will be seen in Memphis "before the DeRochemont n<J\. plans to show end of 1949.'' the movie to "small groups," judges DeRochemont conte1~ds that when and clergymen in Memphis in an Atlanta censor Miss Chl'lstine Smith attempt to win public approval of banned the controversial movie, she the film, and carry out plans to did so without coD6ulting the city's televise it in Atlanta. full three-member board. I I The movie, "Lost Boundaries," banned in Atlanta, Ga., and Memphis, Tenn., will be shown in those cities on television, Producer Louis deRochemont announced last nlgl}t as he was prepared to take legal • • • action agamst· censorship of his "0 THE OTHER hand," said film. neRochemont &a.Id he and' his deRochemont, "in Detroit, where associates will buy time on tele- race feeling always has run high, vision stations WMCT, Memphis, 'Lost Boundaries' is breaking all box and WSB, Atlanta, to show the office records. 'l'he keynote hymn film "later this week." He estl,mated of the picture-No. 519-was sung that there are 16,000 television sets in nil the churches In Detroit last in Atlanta and 9,000 in Memphis. Sunday." censors ln Atlanta and Memphis • • • "IF THE CENSORS in Atlanta remained mum, however. In Memand Memphis won't allow the phis they merely said that they people to see the movie, we'll bring outlawed "Lost Boundaries" because it right into their homes," deRoche- "it deals with social equality between white.s and Negroes In a mont. said. DeRochemont said he is anxious way that is not practiced in the for a court test of the bannlngs soutih." because the film has been booked for showings in other southern states, including Texas and Louisi- I DeRochemont Fiiles ana. He said New York Supreme court Judge Samuel L. Rosenman will act as counsel for any Memphis or At- , Janta exhibitors who wish to fight • the ban in federal court. DeRochemont claimed that Atlanta and Memphis censors employed "Communist techniques" in banning hi1s fi~m. • • ')..'l-- aq 'Lost Boundaries' received was from the Communists. The Daily Worker has been criticizing it," deRoohemont 1\IEANWHILE, Atlanta Film Ap- ] added. Miss Christine Smith, Atlanta peal Board Ohairman Milton Farris movie censor, said she found the said he doubted his board would film on racial tolerance "unfit for have any jurisdiction over the film if public showing.'' She added It fell it appeared on television. He pointed out, however, that the within her power to bar a movie if she felt it detrimental to "good powers of both the city and state inorder, good health or good morals." cluded police authority to prohibit • • • l the exhibition of anything consld?red harmful to the public. "Whether these powers wm be used, I can110t say," Farris was q,uoted as saying in an Associated Press di~tch. "THE ONLY PANNING I Suit to Prevent n, 21 Premature Bans An unu uai legal artion to pre•ent censorship of any motion picture prior to public showing has been filed in the _U. ~- d!str_ict court of Georgia by nttornc s for Pro• ducer Louis deRochemont or Newington. . The suit stems from censor.ship of deRochemont'\ · !710vie, "Lost Boundaries." by a11 Atlanta, Ga., board. . Described as tne ·"broadest and mo~t significant test ever made o! the constitutionality 9f state and other governmental censor hip of films" the suit contends that de• Roch~mont has been deprived of hi~ constitutional liberties without d11e process of law. A recommendation that Dr. Albert . Johnston, egro radiologist at Elliot hospital, Keene, be relained on the hospilal staff was made to the board of trustees today by his fellow physicians. Dr. John ton, whose life story came into national prominence with the filming of "Lost Boundaries," is a controversial figure in contract negotiations with the hospital's board or trustees. The doctor told The Porlamoulh Herald today that there have been "some factors" that indicatecl "ra• cial discrimination" in his relations with the hospital but that there is "no proof." * • • do f eel ," Dr. Johnston said, "that t h recommendation made l a.st nighL by members of the staff will serve to dampen any ideas along that line." Informed by a r eporter t hat it was "understood" that his contract had not been approved by the trustees because he is either asking "more than the hospital can pay" or because of racial discrimination, the doctor said, "Neither one is exactly true." He said, "There have been a few exaggerations about the situation and I don 't believe I am demand• ing anything that is not in keeping with the salaries or commissions paid radiologists in this area." A Keene observer said that he "frankly" believed that r acial discrimination is the " bone of contention." "HOWE ER, I * * * TTIE KEENE IA said he believed that th e recommendation by the Elliot taff "will bring an end to the contra t argument." Dr. Johnslon ame lo Keene in 1940 on an an nual renewal contract calling for a commission on laboratory work and a fl at guaranlee. ln the n ine yeai·s since assuming his duti es in Keene, Dr. Johnston said, revenue from the radiology department has increased from $9,000 annually to $36,000. Several months ago, he said, the contract was broken off by agreement between the parties. Yesterday, Dr. Walter H. Lacey, staff president, announced that the THE COl\lPLAl . T points out staff h ad asked t he trustees "to write a new contract requiring that the U. S. Supreme court has · eq uivalent time at the hospital for already ruled that a movie is en- Dr. Johnston as he did prior t o the titled to the "freedom of expression" guaranteed under the first terminalion of his _old contract." and 14th constitutional amend• • * ments. A press release from the SI CE THAT old contract ran RD-DR Corporation reporled that out, Dr. Johnston has been engaged deRochemont is being supported in privale laboratory work in adciiin his action by the American Ci- lion to his hospital duties, because, vil Liberties Union. he said, he had learned of efforts Judge Samuel Rosenman of to replace him. Ne\v York is counsel for deRoche- . . -mont. A hearing on deRochemont's motion for a temporary injunction against the censorship board will be held in Atlanta Dec. 16. • • • I I I ' I �2,000 Watch Big Portsmouth Airshow ().'"?, taken by Joseph Mockus of Portsmouth who came within four feet. A dwindling crowd saw, late In the afternoon, spectacular low altltude stunt flying by David R. Clemons of Salisbury, manager of the Portsmouth Flying service. The highlight of his show came when he set one wheel of his plane on the roof of a speeding station wagon and flew along several hundred yards. A dent in the roof of the vehicle proved he had made th e contact. Clemons also flew loops, hammcrhead stalls, and sped along the runway, first on one wheel, then the other. Close to 2,000 men, women and children milled around the Portsmouth airport yesterday: fas_cinated by the perf?rmances of Jet fighters, scores of light planes, World War 11 pursuit ships and model aircraft. The occasion for all the excitement was an ah- show sponsored by the Civil Air Patrol, Seacoast Flyers club, Yankee Airways, Portsmouth Flying service and the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce. The military planes almost stole the show. After sweeping over the field In formation. five flhode Island National Guard F47 fighters from the Hillsgrove, R.J., airport. led by Col. ,John Barrett, landed. • • * two groups of jet fighters arri ved ;incl roared back and forth over the field for almost half an hour. The first group was composed of three FB0 Shooting Stars from Otis field, Falmouth, Mass. They were fol- 1 lowed by ~our F84 Thundl!rjets from Dow field, Bangor, Me. The light planes, piloted by air- 1 men from all over New England , participated In a 30-mile race and a bomb dropping contc's t. The race, two laps over a 15mile triangular course, resulted in a tie between E. T . lludc:lleston of Durham anc:l S. W. Vlrehow of Norfolk, Mass. Roland W. Dummis of Nashua took third place and fourth pince w<'nl to II. E. Poteet. Coming In fifth and sixth were A. D. Brodhead of Twin Mountain anc:l George L. Kimball. The bomb dropping contest, Involvlng one-pound bags of flour dropped from nn altitude of 200 feet on a line pninlec:l on the ground. was won by Arthur Whitcomb of Keene. who came within two fe<'l of the mark. • • * SECOND PLACE went to Albert Crook of Portsmouth, who missed by three feet, and third place was I SHORTLY AFTERWARD. Jetsi'."'to. Flash .. Over Portsmouth Du.r·.ing Air· Show. b-:-1 . . The model .airplane demonstratlons were conducted by Lou Andrews of Norwood, Mass., 1948 International open stunt champion of gas powered model planes Miss Ruth Norwood, 18-year-old student nurse from Kittery, and others. ' Cadets from the Portsmouth CAP drilled and held a formal guard mount. IFC:; ; ;iv:; ; ;il:; ; ;A:; ; ;rP i:; ; :; ; ;a:;;;;;t:;;;;;ro:;;;;;I~==-"* To Hold Exhibition I Here Sundayt Oct • 2 The air around the Portsmouth airport will be full of planes Sunday, Oct. 2, when the Civil Air Patrol will put on an all-c:lay show. A light plane rnce and acrobatic and prectslon flying will highlight / the show that will begin al 10 am , and run until dark. Bomb dropping contests, spot landings, formations and drllls by boy and girl Civil Air Patrol cadets wlll also be held. An exhibition of gas-powered flying model airplanes is on the program and it is expected that some military aircraft will be on hand to perform. • * • RAYMOND WllITCIIER, commantling officer of the Portsmouth squadron of the New Hampshire wing of the CAP will lead his squadron in an exhibition drill lasting an hour and a half. A dance will be held Saturday night in the Portsmouth Flying Service hanger. In addition to the CAP, support for the show Is being given by the Chamber of Commerce, flight operators at the field and businessmen In the seaconst area. I Among those arrnnglng the event are Paul E. Marston and Albert Crook of Portsmouth, Eric Huc:ldleston, Jr., of Durham, Anthony Colecclieo of Newington, Richard Sedgewick, of Portsmouth Thornton N. Weeks, .Tr., of Green~ land, Joseph V,irn:i of Port ~mouth, and Roland Roberge of Exeter. Everything from model airplanes ' to jet fighters will zoom around , the Portsmouth airport tomorrow a~ the Civil Air Patrol puts on its a1.r show. On hand to demonstr~te the model planes will be Lou Andrews of Norwood, Mass., the 1948 international open stunt champion of gas-powered modei airplanes and Miss Ruth Norwood of Kitter/ who will fly her own model plane'. A formation of F-80 Shooting Star jet fighter planes is scheduled to m_akii a couple of passes over the field in the middle of the afternoon. The speedy jets will come from the Otis air base at Falmouth Mass. ' Air Spotfe~s' Tes.ts Bogged Down ·ti ere By Lack of Interest Public Indifference may "kill" Portsmouth's part In the 10-state . test of civilian aircraft deteption I in 'the largest scale . exercise 'since the •days of World Wnr iI. Committeemen charged with thP1responsibility of getting "spotters" to man the Porti;mouth stations reported today tha.t they had almost completely falled in obtainIng persons interestec:l in helping out. "They call U'i 'war mongers and glory seekers' whenever we ask any one to take over a shift during the six-day trst," one man said. "The only volunteers I've been · able to get are my wife anti myself," he added, "and I can't give that amount of time to it because I have to work." • • • ANOTHER LEGIONNAIRE * • "' I LIGHT PLANE contests will in'. elude a race, spot landing and bomb dropping contests. · Cadets of the Portsmouth squad-. ron of the CAP will stage· a formal guard mount as part of their exhibition drill. I The show will get underway at LO am and continue until dark. Local Ship Joi~s Big Sea Search ~·ll ~ ' committeeman reported the same results In his effort to get volunteers. "We went Into this because we believed America should be ready for any emergency but the public doesn't seem to give a tinker's dam," he explained. In Portsmouth, arrangements for the exercise beginning tomorrow are under the direction of Frank E. Booma post No. 6, American Legion. The post's "Operation Lookout" committee hns an-anged for two stations-one In the concrete tower at Pulpit Rock and the other in the Wentworth Acres. I • • • THESE POSTS, If manned, are to be part of the New Hampshil'c aircraft warning net, which .Is under command of Brig. Gen. Charles F. Bowen, state adjutant general, Concord. The general asked cooperation , of the state departme.nts of the American Legion and lhe Veterans of Foreign War3 In setting up spotting stations and recruiting volun- ( teer observers. However, the committeemen report that even veterans of World War II who have been asked to help out have turned "thumbs down" on the project. Still needing volunteers, they asked today that lf any persons are interested in cooperating with "Operation Outlook," that they call the post commander, Forrest Morrison, at 1814. The radar-equipped 83-foot co;st g_uard patrol boat CG83497WPB as1~i~ned to Portsmouth harbor today Jomed other coast guard craft in search for a 102-foot fishing vess~l and a six-man crew missing · smce Tuesday off Portland. An intensive, two-day search was aba~doned last night but launched agam today when reports of wreckag~ off Portland's coast were received by coast guardsmen. 1, The vessel-T~e Theresa R.-1s out of Portland. It issued a distress signal after its cooling system broke dowlf. I I �LEGAL NOTICES STATEMENT LEGAL NOTICES OF CONDITION Merrow Backs Move to Retain r• Guard Station JI \·\ OF Portsmouth · Savings Bank i ! . 'I OF PORTSMOUTH, N. H. at the close of business June 30, 1949 J/. IS- RESOURCES Book Values Cash an hand ...................... $ 44,827.06 Cash on deposit • • . • • • . • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 384,266.92 Items available for deposit •••••• , • • • • • • 15,408.56 Cash items • , . • • • • • . . . • • • • • . • • • • • • • • 688.11 445,190.65 United States Government obligations •• , 4,929,600.00 · 55,000.00 55,000.00 Canadian bonds ........•..••••••••• 45,400.00 Federal Hame Loan Bank stock ••••••••• 45,400.00 47,825.00 Railroad bonds •.••••••••••••••••••• Public utiliry bonds • , , , , ••• , , •••••• , 166,600.00 Miscellaneoln bonds •••••••.••••••••• 13,500.00 227,925.00 Railr:oad stock ..•.•••.•• , ••••. , ••.•• 4l,148.92 38,073.50 80,222.42 Bank stock ......•••.....•.....•••• Loans on New Hampshire real estate 4,079,945.18 Notes . . . . . . . . . . • • • . • • . • • • 4,079,945.18 Loans on other real estate Note, ..•..•.••..••••.•..• 1,434,365.47 26,000.00 1,460,365.47 Bonds •.•.•..•...•.•.....• Collateral loans 22 , 11 O. 1 8 Deposit bookt • : • • • • • • • · • • • • Stock exchange collateral /.. . . • 43,686.08 65,796.26 Unsecured laan1 . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . 57,314.77 Recil estate, etc., owned: Jlank building, vaults, furnitur• and fixtures . . . . . . . • • • . • . • 50,000.00 50,000 .00 United States bonds redeemed . . • . . 2,504.06 Mortgage tax account · ................ 4,358.75 4,358.75 1 · · Total Resources . . . . . . $11,503,622.56 LIABILITIES bue depositors on deposit book accounts .. $10,507,982.63 Christmas and other clubs . . . . . • . . • • . • . 64,245.00 · Total deposits • . • • . . • . . • 10,572,227.63 Guaranty fund . , ......• , • , , •• • • • •, 555,000.00 Undivided profita--net • , • • • • • • • • • • • • • 326,394.93 881,394.93 5o,OOO.OO Reserves • · · · • · · · · · · · • • · · • • • • • • · · • · SO,OOO.OO To(al Liabllitie ■ • • • • • $11,503,622.56 EXAMINATION BY BOARD OF TRUSTEES State of New Hc:mpshir• l I Opponents of the possible coast guard move to close the Hampton Beach life ))oat station received a little encouragement today from u. j S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow. In a wire to Alvin F . Redden, ,· secretary of the Seacoast Regional association, Merrow said that "no action toward changing the status Iof the Hampton Beach station is contemplated at this time." Redden said that he has been "in touch" with Merrow concerning the status of the station ever sll,ce the coast guard announced Its plans !or a public hearing July 12 on the advisabllity of keeping the Hampton Beach station. • • • WHEN T HE COAST guard's survey board met at the Hampton Beach station more than 100 persons were on hand to protest any closing of the station. , , Merrow's telegram In full follows· j "I have O f . ed ith · c n en W coast guard I officials in reference to continuing 1 the operation of the Hampton Beach coast guard station. They informed me today that the board studying the operational necessity for all coast guard shore establishments , haa not yet submitted its findings and recommendations to the commandant of the coast guard. } 11. "No action towards changing the Rockingham County J tat f th We, the undersigned Trustees of the PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BANK ' 8 us O e Hampton Beach station do severally solemnly sweor that we hove made a thorough examination of is contemplated at this time. Asits affairs in occordonce with Chap. 309, Sec. 35 of the Revised Laws, and surance has been given me that any that the foregoing statement of its condition is true. contemplated action concerning the NORMAN E. RAND, Hampton Beach station will be ORMAN R. PAUL, discussed first with me. J. VERNE WOOD, "Y PAUL M. HARVEY, , ou may rest assured of my deep BURNELL E. FRISBEE, ' Interest and continued efforts In JOHN E. SEYBOLT, maintaining the operation of the ALBERT W. MOULTON station, I will keep you fully InSubscribed and sworn to this 13th day of July 1949, Before mt formed of any further developWINNIFRED SCAMMON, ments." Notary Public t t,-,:--;; ,'" rxfederal Experts May Survey City ''For $25 Million . Iron Plant Site 1, ~. A federal study · of the posslbllltles of locating a $25,000,· 000 iron Industry in Portsmouth may be made In the near future, The announcement was made late yesterday by Vermont's •Gov.Ernest w. Gibson, who said , hf' hail di~cussed thi- matter with Secretary of Commerce Charles Sawyer whilP Sawyer wait In Boston recently. The plan sne:l!"ested bv the Vermont l!"OVernol' Includes a study of South Stafford, Vt., as another location of an Iron Industry. Originally, the plan wls prompted by the Vermont Conper company, according to the - 1--'6 Associated Pre~s. That concern is headed by Frank Eichelberger, brother of Lt. Gen. Robert L. Eichelberger. . George Adams Ellis of Bennington and New York wrote Gibson of Eichelberger's interest and said that the new industry \ woui'd ~equire large amounts of electric power. Ellis said iron produced by the electrolytic method is 99.6 % pure and Its "quality Is more similar to steel than iron." The General .Electric com.,any, · Ellis added, is experimenting with the ma-gnetic qualities of the Iron. Portsmouth civic leaders are backing the idea and have suggested using the old National .. Gypsum com11any plant, Gibson's report said. Ellis said the Vermont Copper com11any feels It can not take the Initiative in financing the proposed new industry but is willing "to g·o into any combination for production of electrolytic iron." 'l'he Associated Press story from the Vermont capital confirms the information advanced earlier this month by Gov. Sherman Adams who said that a copper company is "very interested" In a Portsmouth site. The . New England council already has an expert consultant engineer working in the Labrador ore fields with the purpose of studying mining and trans- 11ortation rosts lo Ne,q England J>Oints. Governor Adams said on July 14 that the sl.\le Is working "closely" with the council with the hope of getting an iron industry into New England where 3,000,000 tons of steel are used annually by fabricating plants. One local businessman sajd today that he believed the large amount of electric power needed by an iron processing plant such as suggested by Govcn1or Gibson could easily be obtained in Portsmouth. 1,e pointed out that the New Hampshire Puhlic Se1·vice company's new plant on the Piscataqua river might "well afford" all the "needed power." �- - - - - -- - - Marching with them, perhaps, was the spirit of the young man who enlisted In the national guard "for a year," before World War II and was buried several years later in the HONOR WAR DEAD-The long and rigid lines of marines, sailors and national guardsmen extend along Congress street as yesterday's Memorial day parade headed toward South cemetery to honor the city's war heroes. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Among the Living, the Dead * .* *Day Pageant * * Honors * n'4"War* Victims ** Memonal By DICK CONNOLLY There were some men in th~ para.de yesterday you couldn't see. It was just an ordinary Memorta} d a y para.cte-sJmilar 1:o those that have ma1·ked the annual observance in the past. As usual, it was rich in patriotic colors, sonorot1.s in thrilling martial music, yet solemn in honor of those who were .sacrificed to assure lasting peace. More than 600 marchers-including veterans, soldiers, sailors, marines, policemen, and men and women representatives of various civic and military orga.nlza.tlons-p r o u ct 1 y paced by a-s an estimated 5,000 spectators lined the streets. But perhaps there was more to the parade. Everyone saw the khaki-clad and trim-looking soldiers from Fort Constitution as they strutted along the crowded parade route, their heavy boots sounding a staccato on the raindampened pavement. Marching alcmg beside them, perhaps, was the ghost of the young soldier who stumbled at St. Lo-a German snipei·'s bullet in his stomach. A detachment of precise marInes from the Portsmouth naval base formed another colorful segment of the IO-minute long parade as the line of march moved slowly through the heart of the city en route to South cemetery. The marines were garbed in their dress blues and white formal hats. They swished quietly along in rigid formation to the stirring strains of the Portsmouth high school anct Walli:ngforct-H a. r r is American Legion bands. Beside them in spirit, perhaps, wa-s the marine who crawled over the volanic ash of Iwo Jima and fell in the singing hl3s of Japanese mortar shrapnel. Next came a. squad of sprightly sailors from the naval base, nattily-dressed in their dark blues, brown leggings, a. n ct square-white hats. With them, perhaps, was the ghost of the sailor who heard these last words, "Here they come"-just before a flaming Japanese suicide plane tore into his ship off Okinawa and exploded. A grim reminder of the war years was depicted In the rigid columns of New Hampshire national guardsmen in their familiar olive-drab of battle. steaming jungles of Guadalcanal-the prey of a. Japanese sniper. Follqwing close behind the national guardsmen were representatives of about 20 local organizations-a majority of them men and women who answered the· country's ca11 In either the Spal"lish-American war, World War I, or World War II. In some cases they served in both world conflicts. Unseen, but within their ranks perhaps, was the spirit of the young dougihboy who was cut down by a German machine gunner· in tangled woods and underbrush during the battle of Meuse-Argonne In the first World War. Marching with the "boys of the blue shirts," perhaps, was the ghost of the American soldier who lost his life in the battle of the Philippines during the Spanish-American war. The parade hesitated at South cemetery Wf ere the 'marchers and several hundl·ect spectators bowed their heads in reverence. Prayers were said, brief speeches were made, and a volley was fired in honor of the war heroes. And then with the melancholy sounding of "Taps" the spirits of the dead perhaps wafted awaY---troubled or contented, depending on how much they might know of the fate of the world come next Memorial day. I �40 - Cent Drop in T aX R~•:. Ready for State Appro, ~i-~ rope-the After the deed was read by Mayor ;-tectinlcal institute; -F. -A. G~y Co., THE TWO GROUPS will discus., Cecil M. Neal, Mrs. Dondero asked {'$504, for painting the exterior of ~/?i a plan to establish a parking area on the northern shore or the South Mill pond and another Chamber ot Commerce suggestion that local police place "courtesy" cards rather than traffic tickets on the automobiles of out-of-state motorists who violate parking ordinances for the first time. But the council took one definite stand on at least one parking Issue. It accepted a recommendation from City Manager Peterson that no change be made In the present city ordinance prohibiting all - night parking in the commercial district. ~Figure of $41.30 Reported After i New funds Voted City Manager Edward C. Peterson today was prepared to present Porl:.!lmouth's 1949 tax rate of $41.30-a 40-cent drop from last year-to the State Tax commission for approval aiter final city council action last night on a $62,729 supplementary budget. However, there was a possibility that Peterson's rate may be changed by the tax commission during a scheduled conference in Concord Monday. The local board of 11.5sessors will accompany Peterson to the State House. • • • drop results from an Increase of $2,470,926 in property valuations and use o! a $56,253 revenue surplus accotmt to finance one-half of the additional $62,729 budget. The remainder of the budget will be financed by taxation. But the tax rate reduction · will not mean lower tax bills for & majority of local property owners. Instea-d, anY po5.5ible drop 1n property taxes will be offset by the boost in valuations. The supplementary budget waa given a speedy approval by the council last night after a four• minute public hearing during which no opposition was voiced. The council later suspended its rules and passed the budget for second and third readings. THE TAX RATE • • • THE MEETING, expected to pro- duce verbal fireworks over proposed parking facilities in the city, lasted less than an hour and lacked the usual lively discussion. A delegation of Chamber of commerce officials attended the meeting lJut did not present scheduled arguments for solution of the city'a parking problems. The delegation was headed by David C. Packard. president, James B. Smith, vice president, and George R. Chick, treasurer. The council postponed consideration of parking proposals pending a joint meeting "sometime next week" between the council's park• ing and traffic committee and the Chamber's special traffic committee. • • • • SAID City Mar hal / William J. Llnchey, Fire Chief George T. Cogan and Public Works Supt, Nat S. Stevens are in favor of the all-night park.Ing ban. Peterson also pointed out that a solution of the parking problem lies in the furnishing of additional "off-the-street" parking and not a revision in ordlpance. PETERSO l Peterson, "Has the city done atliY work on those streets lately?" Peterson replied in the affirmative and Mrs. Dondero asked, "At what cost?" "I don't know at thl.s minute wha.t the cost was but the project was financed through the highway account." • • • AT THIS POINT Mrs. Dondero suggested that the deed be referred to Reinhart "because all the streets out there were done by the city before we received the deed." Still on the subject of streets, the I council referred to City Manager Peterson a petition from 20 residents or the Verdun street a.nd Mame avenue area for street repairs to ·"eliminate bhe dust nuisance." Again Mrs. Dondero questioned the legallty of such action and adVised her fellow council members, "We should make sure the city owns the streets before we do a.ny work like that." • • • "WE ARE SPENDING a great deal One of the few subjects to incite dl.scu5.5lon was consideration of a of money of streets we don't own. I temporary loan of $200,000 In anti- can name plenty of streets where cipati9n of taxes. But City Manager money has been spent and they Peterson was given authority to ne- don't even meet our specifications," gotiate the loan over repeated pro- Mrs. Dondero said. In other action, the council passed tests of Councilman Mary C. Dondero, who claimed the procedure was for a second reading an ordinance providing a $500 annual raise for "bad buslnes.5." Pu b 11 c Works Superintendent The loan drew Mrs. Dondero's Stevena. The ordinance, which was given opposition after Peterson explained to the council that the money wlll a one-minute public hearing before be repaid to a Boston bank when the meeting, would boost Stevens' i;alary fTOm $3,500 to $4,000. No op1949 taxes are collected. position came from the 25 or more • • • "DOES THIS MEAN the money spectators a.t the hearing and meetwill be paid back this year?" Mrs. ing. Dondero inquired. • A HEARING al~o was held on an Peterson explained that actual re- ordinance amendment which would payment probably would extend into establish an $8-a-day salary for ponext Year but that the loan would lice officers assigned to the polls. be financed by taxes payable this But tbe council did not act on the year. proposed amendment by Mrs. DonWhen both Peterson and Coun- dero after City Manager Peterson cilman Thomas H. Simes pointed said the salary would be set by the out that the move ls "perfectly police commission rather than the legal," Mrs. Dondero insisted, "I council. don't think It's good business to let Earlier in the m:eeting, the council loans carry over to another year." accepted bids on several pieces of But the loan was sanctioned by a city-owned property, repa.irs at the roll call vote, Including a "yes" New Hampshire Technical Institute vote by Mrs. Dondero. building, alterations at the Public • Library, and equipment for extenMRS. DONDERO and City Man- asion of a water line to the New ager Peterson again engaged in dis- Hampshire Public Service company's cussion during consideration of a plant off Gosling road. deed turning over control of Elwyn • • • pa1,k streets from John R. Goiter THE J!IDS were accepted from to the city. The deed, which was I Stanley W. Arnold, $200, for 11, parreferred to City Solicitor Arthur J. cel of land on Kea.sarge way; Reinhart for investigation, per- Charles J. Griffin, $300, for a sec, tained to Wilson and McKinley tlon of land on Lafayette road; roads, Coolidge drive and Grant Margaret COnway, $610, for a parcel avenue . of city-owned property on Madison street; E. L. Paterson & Son comnany, $985, for repairs a.t the state • • • • the library; the Paterson company, $720, for wooden shelves at the library; John Iafolla company, $7.48 per hour, for rental of a power shovel and operator for the water extension project; and the Wa-r ren Pine Co., of Boston. $1.63 ner foot, for 800 feet of water pipe, also for the Gosling road pr!)ject. In routine business last night, the city council: Referred to City Manager Edward C. Peterson a petition from Henry R. Dorley of 67 Miller a.venue for permi5.5ion to erect a. sign at tbe corner of Bridge and Hanover streets. Referred to Mayor Cecil M. Neal a petition from Richard J. Phillipe of 506 Colonial drive for a. peddler's license. Referred to City Manager Peterson a petition from the New Hampshire Gas & Electric company for a restriction on parking from the intersection of Bow street to the company's plant gate on Daniels street between 8 run and 4 pm. C.u, • • •. 1' ll APPROVED a petition from Leon G. Hammond of York Village for a sewer connection at the intersection of Farm lane and Meadow lane. Approved a petition from the Disabled American Veterans for perm.l.ssion to conduct a tag day Aug. 27. The council sUpulaled that donations should not be soliciled in retail stores. Referred to the planning board a request from David Kushious of 542 State street that a sec;tlon of land on the southerly side of the Interstate highway, near Bw•kitt street, be reclassified from a residential to a commercial zone. • • • CCEPTED a report from City Solicitor Arthur ,J. Reinhart con- cerning a lease between the city and Skyhaven Inc. Accepted two communications from the State Public Service commission. One letter announced that John L. Carlton of Greenland has requested peimisslon to transpo,'t .students from Greenland to Portsmouth and the other letter informed the council that the Boston and Maine Transportation company has been authorized to operate buses between Dover, Portsmouth and Rockingham rale track. Approved transfer of a taxi permit from Leslie Hopkins to Walter J, Ward, Jr. I �.City'$ Tax RO -BUI Most Bills_ \ n all - $4 'ooo Des~lte Indications that Ports- ' hot! ~~:n 'tbee~e:e-assessed to , mouths 1949 tax rate will be lower B t aluatlons of some 5 than last year's figure of $41.70, a U,O oo. u ~clally at Atlantic majority of local property owners h m es, es;anna way Manor have fthaceelr atnaxabl~~~t certain lncreMe In :e~!h~~~:d a.s m. uc.h as $1,000. This was evident toda,y !n an announcement by the local board of assessors that Portsmouth's property valuation has been boosted by $2,470,926, resulting in a recordbreaking total of $28,483,452 on taxa,ble property. • • • BUT AT least $1,365,000 of that overall 1ncre11se wns levied on New Hampshire Public Service company property off Gosling road, while the remaining $1,105,926 was 11ssesssed on individual property elsewhere in the city, 11ccordlng to ., T. Wesley Ham, board clerk. THE $ 1,365 ,000 Increase in the ii __ __ e , . Peterson C •,I yprob.Begins e,on r;r~ia-toWPeterson':'-•sure 've useli city. water !rorrt -tlat.. by. drant without ' a, meter, 11 promise I won't do it again. T promise ·I'll put on a ·meter after tha." ' , Herald r· Of'f Ip When Peterson asked hlm how much he, m~"t have Uied, Iafolla water replied: , 1 "Oh, I don't know, maybe 200 gallons," The water, /lccording to, The Herald's information was taken from a hydrant and passed in a one-!nch line tp the asphalt plant where it was used in a precipita• tion system !or breaking down dust arising from the asphalt plant. • New Hampshire Public Service BULLETIN company's valuation, based princiCity I\Ianager Edward C. pally on its new mercury plant, Peterson said early this afbrought the company's total valuaternoon he is placing in the tlon to $3,380,635. • hands of the city solicitor, an The company's power s'1ip "Reinvestigation of the alleged sistance" is valued at $1,750,000; 1 unlawful use by John fafolla l equipment,, $140,000; docking faclllof city water at the Iafolla ties, $20,000; and the mercury plant, Crushed Stone Co. $1,470,635. The utility firm's total ' Peterson's statement follow* * * valuation In 1948 was $2,015,635. ed the digging up of earth THE WATER, sprayed down into The second highest 11ssessment around a hydrant and main at the asphalt plant, turned dust goboost was $67,526 in valuation of the Peverly Hill road plant by city Ing through a bed of coke, into New Hampshire Gas & Electric workers. mud and water, thus disslpatin" company's property. This Increase Street Supt. Nat S. Stevens the rising dust. The valuation 1ncrease re- resultecj from improvement.~. Ham said the water had passed The unmetered line, The Herald's suits from a campn,ign by City Man- explained, The figure went from throu,rh plpe11 "without meter1ou1·ce said. was hooked up In May a,g-er Edw11rd C. Peterson and the $2,244,065 to $2,311,4Dl, Jng" and that "an undeter• of 1948 and since that time, used board of a.s.~essors to bring locnl as• • • mined amount of water" has an estimated 8,000 gallons of water I I a day until Aug. 20, 1948. It was sessments In line with those reTHE ROCKINGHAM hotel and been used. corded by the State Tax commis- the McIntosh building, w.hich ____ shut off also during the winter slon. However, the 1949 figures fell houses the Internal revenue offices, John Iafolla, proprietor of the months of December, January, about $4,000,000 short of what the each showed an Increase of $10,000. Iafolla Crushed Stone Co., and the February and ·March when ·the state feels Portsmouth should be The hotel's assessment Jumped from Iafolla Consfruction Co. on Pev- as.phalt plant was not In use. assessed for. $75,000 to $85,000 and the McIntosh erly Hill road, admitted today to The line was quickly disconAlthough unofilcial reports have building's valuation was raised from · the unlawful use of city water at nected on the orders of lafolla 1 9 Indicated a 50-cent drop In this $BO,OOO to $ o,ooo. his plant in a disclosure that may himself on Aug. 20, 1948, When; year's tax rate, a majority of local The Fibe!"tex corporation, not as- go a long way toward explaining a The Herald carried a Page one t home owners can expect higher tax sessed laS year, was valued at $5o,- meter deficit that City Manager st ory concerning_th e ap~aEent loss 000 th bills because the value of most whlle e valuation of th e Mor- Edward C. Peterson estimated last of 222,000,000 gallons of city water' dwelllngs have been boosted any- ley company, which hns disposed year at $28,700. at an approximate cost to the city where from $100 to $1,000. of a large part of Its property to lafolla's startling disclosure was of $28,700. S,-. / Major Changes •were made In the other331industries, * * * $117 to $55 000was dropped from made today to Peterson and Mara&Sessment of homes at Atlantic 1 ' •• •. • shal William J. Llnchey in the PETERSON SAID at that time nd OTIIER Proml· nent Increases were presence of two Portsmouth Herald that he had made a check of waHelghts a Pannaway Manor-"bereporters The Herald J1ad learn ter department production records cause they were too low," Ham exon property listed to the Haven · • Hotel Inc., at 44 Hi,,,h street, from ed of the situation. through an un- and discovered that "so far" • he plained. $11,000 to $16,000; "Brook,,; Motor dl•closed ~ · 11ou 1·ce and after cl1 eek• was unable to account for the loss. Sales on Hanover street, from $16,- ing Its au th enticity, Herald PubThe apparent loss, Peterson MOST COtlfMERCIAL and In- 000 to $20,000; Frnnk Jones Brewing lisher J. D. Hartfo rd relayed th e said, showed up In figures which , dustrial property, with the excep- Co,, Inc., from $35,000 to $40,000; il)formalion to Peterson and listed a total of 704,000,000 galtion of about H buildings, wns not Badger Farms Creamery, from $20,- Linchey, Ions pumped through city plpereaMes.sed, Ham explained, becau,~e 000 to $25,000; and the Civic * * * lines, with only 482,000,000 galthe valuations werp lncrensed In theater from $30,000 to $35,000. PETERSON, LJNCIIEY a nd the Ions regintering on consumers' Also, SamuE!l H. Grossman of two Herald reporters drove to the meters, 1947. Apartment houses which escaped the 1947 reassessment 111s0 68-70-74 Daniels stsreet, from $12,000 Peverly Hill road plant this mornThe one-inch pipe at Iafolla's _ felt effects or the equalizn tlon to $15,000; Archie Marcus of 77 Ing where Iafolla admitted he had plant remained disconnected for been using water from an unmetcampaign, Daniels street, from $5,500 to $8,500; ered hvdrimt. . about eight days after the appear, ance of that story In The Herald. The new figures will be submitted Katz & Levine of 317-337 Hanover When the Investigation had apto the State Tax commls.slon tomor- street, from $22,000 to $25,000; Yankee Airways, from $5,000 to $8,000; parently been dropped, the line row, and not until then will the official 1949 tax rate be definitely fixed. - -again was connected and continand EJ11s G. Walden of 240 Middle ued to carry unmetered city water, · Another factor Is the $62,729 supstreet, from $13,000 to $15,000. presumably until today's investiplementary budget which goes beThere were no changes in the I gation. fore the city councll for action tovaluation of property on the north Peterson left the Iafolla yard night, following a public hearing. ' side of Congress street and the re- portion of other property still under at noon today and returned to city • • • assessment of the McIntosh build- construction was valued at a rela- hall. He said he would order Supt./ , PETERSON HAS announced that lng was the major revision on the tively low !lgure pending com,ple- of Streets Nat S. Stevens to assem- opposite side of the street. state tlon. j ble a crew of men to dig up the the tax rnte "probably" Wlll be low- street business property, other than 'J:ihere were " few lsolll.ted one-inch line running between the er than that o! last year. But any the Rockingham hotel, generally where valuations were decreased be- hydrant and the asphalt pJant. drop 1n the rate wm be offset 83 missed the re11ssCS11ment. other sec. cause the botrd of 11ssessors felt they ''Until we've finished that lnvesfar aa the taxpayer i., concerned', bu lions In the downtawu are" wm had been "over-evalua,ted" by state tlgaUon," Peterson said, "we i-an the increa.,e in valuations. " have about the same vwluat!on this tax commission, Ham said. take no official acti~n. However, · Take, for example, a • 4,000 home • year as it had in 1948. Appearing In the "decrease" class we're going to Investigate the comb • was In• • • ls property listed to Sky Haven Inc ·• / plaint" fully if action is ' neceson w lch the valuation '11 t and k it" creased $500. FILLING STATIONS In various cut !~om $15,000 t 1 fl2000· Railway / sary, we a e . · If th sections of the city and homes at Mall association fro~ $IS to I While Peterson returned to the 000 e owner P&ld a 1948 tax bllJ Elwyn pa,rk and along Woodbury $1B,OOO; Arlie ~saor of _ city hall in search for a crew of city 67 69 l workmen, Marshal Linchey reof $166.80, his taxes this year would avenue were re&Bsesed if they hap- FJeet street, from •6.000 to $4,000 amount to $185.40, even though the pened to be in the procesa of con- and a building at 96-98 High street' rmain~d _at the I~olla plant until tax rate was _cut to $41.20, struction last year. A large pro- from $16,000 to $15 000. • the digging operations could begin ·~ _..... - - - - -- --•- __ this afternoon. . .._ 1 I I cases/ c'. ___ ____ 1 �5<3 ISeek Prosec·ution.:..' City's New Parking l:ot . st\ Will. Handle 150 Cars 1 Sim.es, .Dondero Join elea for ~ ·.~ (Continued from page one) ords to see 1f the bill of sale on the property, made in 1920, could be found. * * • A PETITION from the Howard Johnson restaurant to rezone a lot on the eastern side of the Interstate highway was referred to the planning board. One other piece of business not Ah investigation of alleged unlawful use of city water by John on the agendit was quickly dislafolla at the lafolla Crushed' Stone posed of when the council apCo. on Peverly hill road ls now in proved Reinhart',;; request for the hands of City Solicitor Arthur funds to hire outside counsel in J. Reinhart, City Manager Edward the pending case of John J. Shea C, Peterson told the city council vs. the city of Portsmouth. The traffic committee reported last nlght. Peterson, ln his report to the , that It was not :.:eady to make council following a session loaded recommendations concerning offwith routine ltems, related briefly street parking. The matter has how he and Marshal William J. been under discussion by the Llnohey discovered the alleged Chamber of Commerce parking misuse of water yesterday on ad- committee and the council commitvice from J. D. Hartford, publish- Full Prosecution er of Th• Port■ mouth Herald, ••• THEm I N V E S T I G A T I O N, Peterson said, revealed that water was belng taken . from a hydrant line at the plant, but he had no idea how much water had been taken from the unmetered source. Councilman Thomas H. Simes said, ''it looks like a case of ·larceny. The city should prosecute to the fullest extent of the law." Peterson then told the council the matter' is in the hands of the city solicitor. Councilman , Mary C. Dondero interjected that, "there are probably many other cases of illegal use of clty ·water and there should be a thorough Investigation ." • •• IN OTHER BUSINESS disposed I lafolla Investigation May Go Before s~ Council on Se·pt. ,15 Results of an Investigation by City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart into Jhe-alleged ll\eg11l u~e of ,;,ity water by John lafolla at the Jafollu Crushed Stone Co., oa Peverly Hill road ·wm be known by Sept. 15, City Manager Edward C. Peterson indicated today. · Peterson said Reinhart now Is conducting a probe and will make a report and recommendations to the city council at a meeting Sept. 15. of by the council, approval was "I don't think anything definite given to a request by the police will be known until then. It's a commissioners for an additional long process that calls for Intensive $1,000 to go toward purchase of a Investigation," Peterson explained. new police cruiser. • • * Marshal Linchey explained that REINHART IS WORKING closewith two cruisers now in continuous · 1y with City Manager Peterson use during the night,' the depart- and Street Supt. Nat S. Stevens ment needs another car as a stand- In an attempt tci determine how ' much water was consumed at the , _i!J;he .C!Ouncll ·Pi16BCd,-Jhe , reques~ ' Iafolla plant. Unofficial estimates ·1thoirt o~bate, after deciding io • have placed the figure in the tak~ the $l,000 from the contingent thousands of gallons at a cost to ftind. the city of hundreds of dollars. .The . lon~esC discussion of the Iafolla allegedly used a one-inch night involved a petition by the unmetered water line at his plant Cosgrove Co, to Install an· unperground gasoline tank on Porter without the city's permission. The line was cut in during May of 1948 street: ~. . • • • and was In operation until last previously week except for four months in r been· granted by the council pend- l the winter and eight days during ing approval of the city manager, ; August of 1948 when Iafolla ordercity solicitor and the fire chief. · ed it shut off after City Manager Chief Cogan refused to approve !I Peterson reported a loss of city the .request, however, and the water, council was temporarily stymied ' -------------== trying to decide how to dispose of · the matter. It was finally straightened out ,when it was de'cided to reconsider the petition and approve it. ' ',('he council approved giving Mayor Cecil M. Neal power to sign a new deed for land owned by the The city officially owns four late Joh_n Smith on Woodbury avestreets at Elwyn park. nue on the condition another week John R. Goiter, owner of Elwyn be allowed for a search of old recpark, today presented p. deed to the city for McKinley road, Coolidge Please turn to page three) drive, Grant avenue and Wilson road. THE PETITION had 6\ City Now Owns Four New Streets Appeals. by local merchants for additional par)dng facilities were answered by City Manager Edward C. Peterson today as he announced , that construction of a 150-car parkIng lot at the northern lntersec- j tion of Parrott and, Junkins avenues will start within 30 days. J>eterson said work on the parkIng lot, which will be surrounded by an eight-foot hed ge, will get Underway as soon as the John H. ' Iafolla Construction c o m p a n y starts work on the $22,000 Pleasant street repair proj ect. • * * IHA:\IAGER said gravel an\i fill taken from Pleasant street will be used to level off the parking area. As soon as the lot Is flll~d. Peterson said, a tar surface will be applied, a hedge plantetl around ll ,111t1 three entrances opened. Peterson said the hedge will be planted so that the parking lot will not be an "eye sore" to residents THE CITY In the area. He said definite plans for the three entrances have not been formulated. He added, however, that there will be entrances on both Parrott and Junkins avenues. The city manager also said that changes will be made in the parkIng arrangement at the municipal lot In the rear of the Central fire station as soon as the new area is completed. * * • THERE JS NOW room for about 97 cars at the fire station lot but Peterson said motorists encounter difficulty entering and leaving the area. He said the . number of parking stalls will be reduced to 75 or 80 to provide more entrance room. Peterson said that the Pleasant street prnject was scheduled to start yesterday but he did not know why it had been delayed. He said he would contact Iafolla to determine whether the project will start this week. Peterson said it must be completed within 30 days according to a contract between the city and lafolla. The Pleasant street work will Include resurfacing from Court to Marcy streets. The present street surface will be ripped up and a clay base removed. The clay will be replaced by gravel and then the street surface will be retopped. The curbs also will be relined . City Manager Peterson said he Is "uncertain at present" how the new parking lot will be financed, but he explained that the council can appropriate funds from the parking meter account if the money is required. I Drive to Collect Overdue Poll Taxes ' Fall~ Far Short~1 I City Manager Edward C. Peter- , son today expressed disappointment over 1:esults of a campaign lo collect ,'i51 ,u00 in delinquent. · poll laxes . .t I , "The figures don't look too good to us . We ure mnking more abatements than we expected and aho ,collecting less cash than we de pended upon," Peterson said. Despite a vigorous drive' to collect the old taxes, Tax Collector .T. Warren Somerhy toclay estimated cash collcc:llons have totaled only ahout $4,000. I * >I" * "I CAN'T BE loo sure how much was collected but it seems it's about $4,000. We've had to deduct hunctrecls and hundreds of dollars In abatements," Somerby explained. "We've found that many names on om· tax books are those of men and women who lived in Portsmouth and worked at the shipyard during the war and moved away. We can't seem to trace some of them so their name,- are still on the books," Peterson said. Peterson explained that the next step in the drive to collect the I delinquent taxes wlll be employment of a deputy ti,x collector to work on a commission basis and 1 concentrate his efforts on the old taxes "That's the only way we'll be able to find out how much of the money ls collectable and how much should be abated," Peterson said. I * * * THE CITY MANAGER described the $51,000 estimate made by the Peisch, Angell auditing firm of : Norwich, Vt., aJ. "a little off key." 'Tm inclined 'to believe that their estimates were a little too high. Our figure3 don't seem to match the ones they submitted," Peterson said. The auditing firm had reported that at least 6,000 local residents had failed to pay their poll taxes since 1939. Under thr. direction of the auditing firm, municipal employes malled out bills to the delinquent taxpuyers. Hearing Slated.5:).b On Rezoning Plan A public hearing will be held Tuesday night at 7·30 .in the council chambers of city hall on an ordinance proposing the rezoning , of land on the inter~tate highway from a residential to a commercial district The land, which the ordinance states may be used for filling stations, run from Myrtle 11venue, on both sides of the Interstate highway, in a northe1·ly di!'ectlon. �COuncil to Get 'd 1t Probe Report on latolla Tonight Council Orders Re-StudY rRez~ning Sought .. 5'C( sd~ O •Prov,.de. for a~ Of Parking Lot Proposal 'Drave-1n' Th~ater . Ir Proposed construction o! a large well look around a little mol'e." addition to the present municipal Councilman Richman S. Margeparking lot off Parrott avenue was son, spokesman for the committee, !urthet· delayed last night when the City Solicitor Arthur J. Relnhnrt· • city council Instructed its parking explained that his group had not decided how much a "reasonable" will report to the city council toand traffic committee to re-study amount would be. night on his investigation Into the a recommendation that a parcel of lllegal use of city water by John land between the Central fire sta"WE ONLY i\lADE a suggestion. Iafolla at the Iafolla Crushed tion and a point west ot Rogers It's up to the council to decide Stone Company, on Peverly Hill street be purchased by the city at a what a 'reasonable' price is," Marroad. "reasonable" price. geson said. The new parking area, expected Reinhart, who has been conducMrs. Dondero also maintained to accommodate several hundred ting a probe since Sept, I, also will autos and cost at least $20,000, has that the city's parking lots should make recommendations on the rebeen studied by the city council be operated by paid attendants sults to the council at its special session, since City Manager Edward C. Pe- "because there's been a lot oI terson proposed it more than a complaints about cars ueing broken Reinhart has been attempting year ago, The parking and traf- Into in back of the fire station." to determine how much water was fic committee sugg~sted last night consumed at the 1aro11a plant. UnMargeson said there ls a "good that the city purchase a lot owned possibility" that the city may emofficial estimates hwe placed the , by the Home for Aged Women. figure in the thous:mds or gnllon~ ploy paid attendants at the parkBut the council declined to act ing lot now under constructlon at at a cost to the city of hundreds on the committee's recommenda- the corner of Parrott and Junkins of dollars. tion after Councilman Mary C. avenue. He also said the city may IAFOLLA reportedly usc>d a , . Dondero described the area as "out charge for Admission to the lot in one-Inch unmetcred waler line at . of the way" and suggested a park- order to cover salaries of attendhis plant without the city's per- , Ing lot "nearer the center of town." ants. mission. The illegal use or the Later, Mrs. Dondero questioned INSTEAD, the retommendallon whether the city can charge fot• wat2r was uncovered during 1rn 1 was referred back to the commit- public parking, adding, "Isn't it lnvestignllon prompted by The Porlsmouth Herald. I tee for further consideration with against the law?" / Instructions to study other potenAL;o on the agenda Is a report tial sites in the downtown area. by City Manager Edward C. PeterMARGESON ALSO SAID his I Mrs. Dondero contended that the committee drew up the recommenson on recent inspections of varifire station area "Is too far from ous water lines throughout the dation with the idea that the land the business dl~trlct" and proposed city. adjacent to the fire station may be that the Dnnlels street area "or Most or the other business will used Ior other municipal purposes other lots on this lsde of town" be be routine. such as a new high school site. surveyed. The council will •consider: Councilman Thomas H. Simes She Bald she heard that the city A petition from Edgar J. lrefinally concluded the discussion was prepared to s;,end at least with: lnnd for a sewer connection al 869 $18,000 alone for the lot owned Woodbury avenue. "As one member of the city by the Home !or Aged Women and A petition from the New Hamp- argued that "JI we're going to council, before the city pays $20,-, shire Gas and Electric company for ,spend that much money we may as 000 to the Home for Aged Women, I'll be In my coifin." . a pole llcen~e. • • • • • • •• • • • • I • •from • Peterson Probes Rezoning Practice Zoning .Or~inance Of Past Councils To Get He~ring (),14 Here Tomorrow 10 School street resldC'nts for lnslallalion of a ~lreet light. 1 A petition from Floi;cn e n. 7 . fhio Leggett for an auctioneers ltcensc A petition from Harold L. Greenaway for a house number. • A petition from the Ca~h~lic The procedure o! past plannln~ Youth Or~anlzatlon for pcrm1ss1on boards 11nd city councils in revising Second rending of an ordinance to•conduct a bicycle parade. . I cil.v ordinances for about 10 local A report from the plannmg businessmen is under Investigation which would authorize revision of board approving a petition from today by City Manager Edward C. a residential to a commercial zone at the proposed site of the David Kushious of 542 State street Peterson. t for rezoning of the InterS ate Peterson said a check of re- Howard Johnson restaurant on the Interstate h'ighway will be considhighway-Burkitt street area from a vised ordinances indicated that at residential to a commercial _zone. 1least 10 bu11lne11smen are operating ered at 10:30 am tomorrow at a special city council meeting. A communlcntlon from Cily Au- In a1·eas not classified as either A public !tcnring on the prodltor Wilfred E. Young for per- ; business or commercial zones. 'He posed ordinance will precede the mission to transfer municipal , said past counl'lls have failed to meeting. funds, _ __ _ _ _ _ enact ordinances on revision of Also scheduled for discussion Is ·cresidential zones to either business a proposal by City Manager Edor commercial zones. ward C. Peterson thnt the taxi "unloading" area in the downlown When n planning board approved U IC a petition for revision or zoning district be enlarged. The city council will hold a pubordlnnnces in the pasl it made a th ' lie hearing tomorrow night on e report and recommendation to the TJJF. J\GF.NDJ\ :tl~o Includes: petition or Town~rnd Byrne of 848 cil.y council and the council in A prllllon from 11 residents of Islington street for rezoning of his turn was empowered to 11ccept the Cass street for a traffic safety sign property from a residential to a recommendation. But in most cases, at thP Intersection of Cass and Islington streets. commercial zone. Peter on said, the council failed City Solicitor Arthur .J. Reinhai:t to transform the recommendations A petition from ,Tohn M. Potts of ls expected to report on th e legahinto ordinances. Middle rpad for a sewer connecty of a proposal by David Kushious • ,., • tion at 305 Sagamore avenue. of 542 State street that he and the Authorization for Mayor Cecil city exchange two separate l~ts PETERSON SAJD the city counM. Neal to proclaim National near the lntcrsecllon of Burkitt cil must create a new ordinance beGuard and OIi Progress weeks. Street extension and the Interfot·e zoning changes are legal. He / state hlgh_w __ ay_._ __ __ said further details will be disI clo,sed as his investigation continA PETITION ounc1·1 t'o Hold().,7 P bl . Hearl.ng • • • A petition for revision of zoning ordinances, which would pave the way for construction of a $150,000 ' outdoor "drive-in" theater on Lafayette road, will be · considered by the city council tonight. The petition bas been filed by Mr. and Mrs. Harry. E. Yoken on whose property the 11000!car thea-· ter construction }','ill ~egin wit~In· a few wee1cs. The Yokens p~Qpose that land on the wester)y side o La!ayette- road, .norlh of Pevrrl~ I Hill road, be changed fr(!m a buslw : ness to a commercial district · The theater project, bac~ed by the E. M. Loew theater circuit of New ,England, .fs rsald by Yoken to be "only. part" of a million-dollar commercial development near ha . Lafayette . road restaurant. Plans for the 14½-acre theater call for completion before next April, • • • OTHER CHIEF TOPICS of dis- cussion slated for tonight's meetIng are several reports from City Manager Edward C. Peterson. The council will receive a letter 1 from John Jacobsmeyer and John R. Pearson, Jr., spokesmen for the 1 Sherburne Civic association, requesting that the city plan im- l I provements for the Greenland i 1 road skating rink. · Several recommendations will be filed by the planning board on recent. petitions for revision 'of zoning ordinances governing the Islington street area. l ,---- �------------~· I $35,4-51 Water · Loss , In other action the council: Set a public hearing for 7:30 pm Tuesday, Sept. 27, on ordinances which would change the Burkitt street - Interstate highway area from a residential to a commercial zone. . I' ORcoverecl; Report on . . lcifolla Probe Tabled • • • APPROVED A PETITION from Edgar J. Ireland for a sewer con- I nection at 869 Woodbury avenue. Referred to City Manager Peterson a petition frorn the · New Hampshire Gas and Electric com: pany for a pole license. Approved a petition from 10 residents of School street fo~ a street light. Denied a petition from Florence R. Leggett of 4 Cross street, Kittery, fo1· an auctioneer's license. 1~ :J' The city• council considered two pressing water department prob-* le..... during a lively, two-hour special session last night but definite) ...... th st action was delayed pending fur er udy, · ·Chiet issue was a ,disclosure bylf" Peterson said his examination o City Manager Edward C. Peterson past records showed that the hotel o a $35,451 deficiency In the / had paid an aggregate of $32,042 Wentworth hot~l's water bills dur- for water used betwe~n 1933 and Ing the past 16 years and a recom- 1949. But this amount, he explalnmendaUon by Peterson th at wa-/ ed, was based on an unauthorized ter a~eements between Ports- special rate granted by the street 1:JlOUth and the Greenla nd , Wallis ' commission at least 16 years ago, Sand.I, Rye North Beach and Foss Actually, he explained, th e Beach water districts be revised to hotel's water consumption should help reduce maintenance coS t s of have been based on the so-called the Portsm9uth water department. "New Castle rate" and thereby the Aleo presented was a report by proper billing would have totaled City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart . $67,493-a d!Iference of $35,451. on his ,Investigation into th e un- · The city manager emphasized, authorized use o~ city water at th e I however that the present hotel Wolla Crushed Stone company on manager:ient bears no responslblllPeverly Hill road. Reinhar t recom-1 ty for the discrepancv "as they mended that the case be dropped have paid their bills a; they were upon payment of $4~6 costs by John billed by the city.'" Iafolla, owner of the company. • • • I ••••Instructed Pet- THE COUNCIL h 9t 1 • • • THE YEARLY AMOUNTS were $2,100 in 1946, $3,528 In 1947, $3,874 in 1948 and $2,993 so far this 1year. "At the rate we're going," Smith said, It appeat·~ that we could Install our own water system at the Wentworth and pay fur it In five years.'' Peterson took occasion to answe1· Smith's charge of "fallacious reasoning" to the council with the ' reminder that he had clearly pointed out that the hotel owners were I not to blame for the condition. "No street commissioner ,had a legal right to make a special water rate," he Insisted, and told the council that Smith has a right to go before the Public Service commission to state his case If he feels he was "unjustly treated." I THE STREET COMMISSION, W ntworth he added, had no right to enter !\IRS. DONDERO then entered the discussion and said that as a former street commissioner and vision of w~ter contracts with differing from those on flle with mayo1· she knew that the street neighboring towns after James B. the Public Service commission. commission In the past had exSmith, the hotel's owner, charged The city manager said that Imthat there was "fallacious reason- mediately after the deficiency was ercised "great powers." "They had power to make such hil" in, Petetaon'a report and Councilman Richard S. Margeson called discovered he Instructed the wa- rules and regulations and set rates fol' a qelay because the matter "ls ter department to bill the Went- as they saw flt. It was a government within a government," Mrs. near and dear to us all." worth hotel at the "New Castle Dondero added. Relnhart'a report and recom- rate." Peterson said he disagreed with mendation on the Iafolla case was , Peterson's recommendations conlaid on the table on motion of cerning the neighboring water dis- Mrs. Dondero and again insisted Councilman Thomas H. ~Imes, who tricts proposed that present agree- that the board exceeded its authorlater sald his action would enable ments be revised and new con- ity. members of the council knowing tracts drawn up so that the city's COUNCILMAN M AR G E S O N ot· other cases of Illegal use of responsibility for ,maintaining wamoved that the matter be given city water to report them to the ter lines ends at the city limits. fm·the'r study by the city manager. city solicitor. In his report on the Jafolla case, · Simes apparently referred to IN SOME CASES the city ls Councilman Mary C. Dondero who obliged, under contract, to main- Reinhart said his investigation inreportedly Indicated at an execu- tain water lines and other equip- dicated that Jafolla was unaware tive council session Wednesday ment outside the city limits. But , that an unmetered water line exnight that she knew of "many" under Peterson's plan, the towns I isted at his plant. cases where unmetered water ls buying water from Portsmouth I The solicitor suggested that being obtained in the city, How- would be forced to purchase the 1 Iafolla be given the "benefit of the ever, Mrs. Dondero remained si- mains and outside lines from the I doubt" and that the city accept payment of $436 for water consumed city, lent on that point last night. t ~ • • • "My object in presenting this at the Iafolla plant during the peC,ITY MANAGER PETERSON · report to the council Is to show riod of unauthorized use, which po,;ted that during an Invest!• where changes might be made in · was determined as 81 ½ days, Relnhart's report was supported Jtion of wate,: :<> agreementa ~ and order that the water department rates -~tweeit~~·~Portsniouth and ! can be put into a much better fi- by figures submitted by City Ausurrounding communities he un- nancial condition so that there ditor Wilfred E. Young who check1 ed Tafolla's plant records. covered a difference between will be sufficient money In the Reinhart said: rate in, elfect and , the . New Castle department to make the much "In my Investigation Mr. · Iafolla rate on file with the State Public needed extensions which have been Service Commission. · It was this requested during the last year and cooperated in every way and threw difference, Peterson pointed out, 1 one-half without Increasing the his bo9ks open to the auditor, and that resulted In the deficiency in 1 water ,rates," Peterson explained. the figures which he had previousbllllng the Wentworth hotel from Countering the manager's re- ly submitted to me were confirmed 1933_to this y~a~ port, Smith claimed that the Went- to be correct by the city auditor.'' worth hotel uses 3% of all water In the course of the city investisold In the city and cited a 45% gation, City Manager Peterson and Increase in his water bills since Public Works Supt. Nat S. Stevens 1946. made a study of asphalt plants In Boston and, on the basis of their ,findings, it was estimated by the auditor that Iafolla used 2,041,200 gallons of water· while the unmetered line was in operation. I • • • the] • • • City Manager Peterson a petition from Harold L. Greenaway for a house numbet· on Monroe street. Granted approval to the Catholic Youth Organization to hold a blcycle parade Sund11y if It rains tomorrow, the day set for the affair. REl<'ERRED TO ! erson to re- udy t e e into any agreement for the sale of Jiotel issue and the proposed re- water outside the city at rates • • • I I • • • WHEN COUNCILMAN SIMES revived consideration of the Reinhart report after It had been tabled, he said he had been approached by "a private citizen who demanded to know why the council isn't doing something about the water situation ." This demand, he explained, was 1 backed with the citizen's insistence 1 that "one of the. members of this honorable council had reported many such cases" of illegal water use. Then Simes proposed the motion that any member of the council who h11s knowledge of "anyone stealing wntcr from the city or using water without paying for It" report the facts to the city solicitor "within the next 10 days." Earlier, the council had been informed by City Manager Peterson that the water department now shows a balance of $1,814the first time It has been "In the black" fo1: three years. PETERSON ALSO REPORTED · that the proposed extension of water service on Junes avenue will cost the city $10,962 and he recommended that the plan be part of an overall water extension. program to start within two years. The council accepted another report by Peterson in which he disclosed that he had conferred with state highway department officials on "sewer arrangements" in the Boyd road area. Peterson said the state had accepted his suggestion for installation of a gravity sewer from the new Howard Johnson restaurant site across the property of Joseph Cohen to Boyd road and thence cross-country to Cate street. He also proposed that the city and l state share a total cost 6f $6,210 for the sewer. In his conference with state highway officials, Peterson said he also discussed a proposed playground in the rear of the Sherburne school. He said present plans ' call for construction of a recreation area between the school and the Hunt property on Greenland I bO �City Council Exf~!),_f/S '$i~ooo B(Josf: 6 1 1To Promotion of Steel Mill Here I l The N ew JI amps hire Stee , •tt t I Ing to Project commi . ee-s r v bring a steel mill to th c Ports• mouth ar.-a-got a $1,000 lift from the city council last night. The council, meeting in special session, declared itself "100% behind the drive to attract a stcl'l mill hf're," and ~oted unanimously to aJ)propriate 1,000 to the committee. Councilman Thomas ll , Simes questionccl the couhcil's •power to aJJJJroprinte money to a fund "involving othrr town,;,'' but the mc:isure was adoJJte1I "subject to the approval of the attorney general." Slml'!I rnl~NI his ohJf'ctlon after City J\lanagl'r Edward C. Peterson read an 011inion from City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart ruling the council could appropriate funds to an agency promoting the city. Simes questioned If the money could be ,;iven to a fund that was also advertisin&' other communities. Simes explained he was In favor of aldini:- the steel project committee, hut said he did not want to 11ee the city "give away monry without first making sure It was absolutely legal." Councilman Lester R. Whit• nker suir,:"estcd, after Simes had made his objection, that the council appropriate the money and thrn "wait to see if It wn, lr1tnl." At that motion, Simes ask~d ., Whitaker h It wise to give medicine to a child, not knowIng what effect it will have?" Whitaker replied. "Unfortunately, that sometimes does happen." After hearing Councilman Roland I. Noyes urge the council, "To take action as soon as possible," and Councilman Frank E. Paterson, say, "There must be some legal way around thi'I matter," the mon• ey wa!I voted on a "1,0tlon by Councilman Jtichman S. !\targcson. In other huslnes~ the coundl, 11J)provrd !I request to rezone land on both gides of the lnll'rstate highway. After I public hearln~ had been held on the petition, the council granted the cha111:-c in the zoning ordinance on a motion by Councilm,n ::\lary C. Dondero. It also ,•oted to su~pend the !<ccond and third readings, thus making the change law, t to Turn .Counc~I Snarled ~~ lafolla Evidence t> ~'-\ In Legal Question Over to Boynton At Zoning Hearing I • • • "J HAVEN'T ANY MORE evidence now that I had before. But I believe that the county solicitor can subpoena anyone he wants to," Reinhart said. A grand jury Investigation was ordered by the city council last week. The council's action overThe rezonln~ rr.11uest by rode an earlier recommendation Ua,1 id E. Knshlous involves strips of land running from ' by Reinhart that the case be dropped on payment of costs. ' the Burkett street extension Iafolla's company used water to l\lyrtlt av.-nue on the south from an unmelered line at the 11ide of the '1lghway and from Peverly Hill plant during a period the New Fraklin school to of 81 ½ days In the past year, acMyrtle avrnue on the north cording to Reinhart. !!Ide. Both 1>lotq extend 150 It was estimated by City Auditoot harlc from fhP. hiirhway, tor Wilfred E. Young that the IaAppearing In favot· of the profolla company used 2,041.200 galposnl were J\fr. Kushious, his atlons of water during the 81 ~!a-day torney, Wyman P. Boynton, and period. _ _ __ _ _ _ _ James n. Clark of Concord, Mass., a representative of the F:sso Standard Oil company, Kushious explained lo the council that the seven direct abuttot·s had signed the petition and that 30 of the 36 properly owners within a 300-fool radius of the rezoned land also had signed. road but 11dded thnt definite action will hinge on a future conference between city and slate officials. Gave City Auditor Young permission to transfer funds from the contingent fund to pay various municipal bllls. • 't • AUTHORIZED YOUNG to draw a city check lo cover recent tax sales by Tax Collector J. Warren Somerby. Referred to Peterson a communication from the General Services adntlnistratlon asking when the city intends to start construction on a fire sub-station in the Plains area and a new airport administration building. The projects were , planned during the wat· but were never carried out. The city council, expecting' a brief special session on minor business items, found itself bogged down at noon today on a technical detail in the wording of an. advertisement for a public hearing on an ordinance revision. The advertisement referred to the proposed · ordinance revision as Chapter 42 and Councilman Mary C. Dondero argued that chapter governed the control ot garbage and that the correct chaptei; ls 40. · City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart today said he Is prepared to present evidence In the Iafolla water case to County Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton within "the next few days" for possible grand jury action. However, Reinhart said his evidence Is the same as he presented I to the city council several weeks ngo when he recommended the case be dropped on payment of $436 costs for illegal use of city-owned water by John Iafolla. Pictures and blueprints o( a fllling station proposed for part of the 11111d were presented lo the council by Clark. There was no opposition. • • + COUNCILI\IAN Sll\JES questioned the wording of the petition, asking JC school property was involved. After some discussion, It was voted to change the wording of the petition. The council authorized Mayor Cecil M. Neal to Issue a proclamation on "Employ the Physically Handicapped Weck." It also referred lo Pel~rson, with power to grant approval, a petition from the Civil Air Patrol for an air show Sunday at the Portsmouth airport. • * • A RESOLUTION extending the support of the Chamber of Commerce to the city's efforts to get a steel mlll into the area was accepted and placed on file. Raliiication of free use of the Ward 4 ,~at!!. !.ro!!ll!!.!.L.n.1.:11..1'-l;.a~i:u.-_._ _ ,. On that ))11~,l~, tl}e councllma~ contende~ that- tile ll ffllld not hold a ' public hearl.ng on - a proposal to commercialize an area on the interstate by-pass, which has been selected as the new. site for the Howard Johnson .restaurant. · • • • COUNCILMAN D O N DER 0 w·ged that the advertisement be corrected and republished which would cause a del!ly of one week in council approval of the restaurant 1 being moved to the new location. Mrs, Dondero persisted in her1 view point after Councilman Thomas H. Simes explained that· bids for the job of moving the ' restaurant are · to go out Monday and Oscar Neukom, attorney for Howard Johnson's, was agreellble 1 to allowing the heAring to proceed. ' Simes said that the wording of the advertisement was "fully ex- l planator:v." and that "if anyone read the ordinance there could be no doubt of its meaning." However, Mrs. Dondero's continued contention brought about a recess until City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart could be called to the council chamber for consultation. I 1 , �b1 c.i 1·,.: Votes Grand Jury •• 1n lafol.la Water CaSe; licitor to Compil e act·s • ' r er Reverses ,n Long Council - - ----. . . sMove . Sessioll 1 , Plssue~1 I . • . In his report to the council Sept. 15 Reinhart suggested that Iafolla I be' given the "benefit of the doubt" and that the city accept payment of $436 f~r unauthorized water consumed at the plant. During the city's Investigation Peterson and Stevens made a st udy of water used by asphalt plants in Boston, and on the basis of th eir findings It was estimated by th e auditor that Iafolla used 2 ,041 ,20 gallons of water during th e 81 ~~ day period. Although Reinhart had said his lnvestlgatlon .indicated th at lafolla was unaware that an unmetered line existed at his plant, Iafolla had told Peterson when th e line was uncovered: · t "Sure I've used water from th a Portsmouth's city council met In a three-hour session last night and quietly sifted through a lengthy agenda cluttered with just about j everything hut the proverbial kitchen sink. A grand jury Investigation Into Chief Interest centered on hopethe illegal use of city water by ful proposals for business improveohn Iafolla at the Iafolla Crushed ments in the city, an optimistic reStone company on Peverly Hill port on the city's financial condiroad was voted by the city council tion, the "dirty wash" left by pre~ast nf1ht. vious administrations, traffic and City Solicitor Arthur J. Relnsafety and the usual routine. h~ was instructed to compile all Much of the agenda concerned evidence in the case and turn it petitions for revision of zoning orover to County Solicitor Wyman dinances-in most cases to provide P. ·Boynton for presentation to the for new businesses. Among them ~and jury which convenes Oct. 25. hydrant wit~out a. meter. 1 p~om~, ' was a request from Mr. and Mrs . The councll's action supercedes · I won't do it agam. 1 P: 0 ,1;1 se 11 1 Harry E. Yoken, Lafayette road an earlier ·recommendation by put on a meter after th is. restaurant owners, for a 'change in Reinhart that the case be 'dropped • • • . , zoning to permit construction of a upon payment of $436 costs by THE WATER, acco rd mg to In- $150,000 "drive-in" theater on LafIafolla, owner of the company. The formation obtained by The Herald, ayette road, north of Peverly Hill councll had tabled Reinhart'• rewas taken from a hydrant a nd pass- road. The petition was referr ed to ~ at a meeting Sept. 15. ed in a one-inch line to th e as- the planning board for a report. phalt plant where it was used In a • • * . IAFOLLA HAS ADMITTED that precipitation system for breakANOTIIElt PETITION for a his company used water from an , ing down dust arising from the as• rh:inirn in 7nnina. "' " " £Ued..l>.r....Y_in• unmetered line during a period phalt plant. . Oi.. determined by Reinhart as 81 S,. Once it was sprayed down into ' cent Taccetta, local aulomoblle daya in the past year. · the asphalt plant the water turned dealer, who is seeking perm1ssrnn dust going through a bed of ~oke, t? erect a filling station at 624 Is"'A six-weeks investigation, based into mud and water, thus diss1pat- hngton street. Taccetta 's petition, on information furnished to Peing the rising dust. wh!ch wou!d change the proposed terson by The Porl■moulh Herald, was The Herald learned that the line fil_l111g stat10n site from an indusclimaxed when the council adopted was hooked up In May of 1043 and trial to a commercial zone, was rea brief recommendation by the city was In operation until Aug, _20, fened to the . board of adjustment. manager . last night. l948. It was shut off also durmg Th_e cotmc1l passed for first , Peterson'• report read: the winter months of December, readmgs two ordinances which "I recommend that the matter January, February and Mar~h will change zoning at 848 Jslington of _+,!le unauthorized use of water when th~ asphalt plant was not m street and the easterly side of the at the Jafolla plant be taken from use. Interstate highway where the the table, and the city solicitor be * • • , Howard Johnson restaurant will instructed . to collect and submit IAFOLLA ORDERED the line stand. all the evidence fn the case to the disconnected Aug. 20, 1948, when One proposed ordinance, which grand Jury for action." The Herald carried a front page would revise property of l\frs. story about the apparent loss of , Helen H. Byrne of 848 Islington WITHOUT .DISCUSSION, the 222,000,000 gallons of city wa~er ' street from a general residential council unanimously accepted the at an approximate cost to the city to a commercial zone, will be given eport on motion llf Councilman of $28,700. a public hearing at 7:30 Oct. 18. The one-inch pipe at the Iafolla \ • • • ,..,homas~- H~ Simes. ,. ., plant remained disconnected for THE COUNCIL also set a hear• Reinhart wns unavailable for about eight days after the story ng for 10:80 am Oct. 15 on another comment · toclay but City Manager was printed in The Herald . When proposal bich would change the :Peterson..' ,safd he ''ex~cta" that Reinhart will have the · evidence Peterson's investigation had appar- iiew How~ Johnson site from a ently been dropped, the line was general rest entlal to a commercial ready ' tor 'Boynton before the connected again and continued to zone, The anning board already gra1nd jury goes into session. · · ,Boynton, meanwhile, said he bas , carry unmetered city water, pre1 • ably until Peterson inspected has approved the Byrne and Huwnot i>een "officially'' notified of the ;~~: Une Sept. 1. ard Johnson petitions. / council's action and know11 only l _ -·, _ _ _ __ . Filling station operators along what he has read about the case the Interstate- bridge approach will in The Herald. Boynton said he get the sewet· line they requested wlll reserve further comment until several weeks ago. The councll . after he bas studied the case. ' accepted City Manager Edward C. I THE IAFOLLA CASE was 1t1b• Peterson's suggestion that $727 be I mitted to the councll by Peterson appropriated to finance the work. 1 early last month aft~r an investigaThe council received a letter tion by himself, Reinhart, Street from Atty. Gen. William L. Phin- ! Supt. Nat S. Stevens and City Au-1 ney in which Phinney refused to ditor llfred:..;:E=:.'-'Y =-o:c.;u=n ,..__---... rule on the legality of the council's ° ----- -- I · ·.:; I ! I ••• l ••• recent appropriation of $1 ,0UU to the New Hampshire Steel Project committee. Phinney said he has no authorlly to advise th e city on the matter and suggester! that t he question be presented to City Solicitor Arthm· J. Reinh art. The council adopted Phinney's recommendation. * * * ALSO IN TIIE BUSIN ESS category, t he council received a letter from George F. Browning, president of the She!'burne Civic association, reporting that the association favors establishment of a , teel mill In the Portsmouth area . The letter was placed on file and a copy was referred to t he New Hampshire Steel Project committee. The council brushed lightly over the navy yard employm ent situation when it accepted a letter from Arthur L. Quinn, Was hington attorney and former Portsmouth resident, who urged that Portsmouth press for assignment of more work at the na vy y11rd. Quinn complimented the council for inviting Navy Secre tary Frnncis P. l\talthcws to visit Portsmouth and see ''first hand" what effects the navy yard layoffs will have on this area. Quinn said "the ax has fallen" but described the move as a step in the right direction . The council found good news ln a repod. by Cltir Auditor Wilfred E. Young th~at the city has a bank account of $43,546 In parking meter funds alone. The council adopted Young's suggestion that $1 ,000 be : appropriated from the parking • ' fund to finance erection of traffic I I ,afety signs. A bout $2,000 was set I aside earlier this year. I II .. ... * * * CITY MANAGER Peterson also submitted an optimistic r eport on the city's finances. He said the city Ihas $518,894 on deposit In a Boston bank and that the funds are more than sufficient to cover temporary loans which will be due In two months. The city also has $183,000 In a Portsmouth bank, Peterson I adclr.cl . Y' �--T-.. ,. , hree part-lime employes at the ., public library were assured salary increa~es when the council adopted Librarian Dorothy M. Vaughan's recommendation that a $125-a-year salary boost be granted to Miss Marjorie Chandler, $100 to Mrs Priscilla _Tucker Sprague, and $ 80 annually to the library janitor. Miss Chandler now receives $875 Mrs. Sprague, $775, and the janitor' $720. X · The mysterious disappearance or gravel from property owned by the late Charles F. Dodge on Dodge avenue popped back Into the Jlm!'llght and it was one or the few matters lo draw council discussion . 1'.h~ question arose when City 1 / Sohc1tor Arthur .T. Reinhart reported that city workers took at least 3,000 cubic yards of gravel from Mr. Dodge's properly sometime during 1945-46 and lhnt !\Ir. Dodge never received payment for It. • •RECOl\lMENDEU • REINHART that the city pay $750 to Mr. Dodge's family for the gravel but after considerable debate the council referred the matter to Cil.v Manager Peterson for further lnvesligation. Councilman Richman S. Margeson said there was no reason to . doubt the Dodge family's claim ' but he said there should be "more proof" that the city took the gravel. Councilman Mary C. Dondero claimed that "others" had 11sed the gravel pit irnd she said lhc city should not spend "the people's money unlil the matter is investigated further." Another investigation was ordered Into a claim by Atty. Thomas E. Flynn, Jr., that the city is "trespassing" on property his family owns at 16-18 Wright avenue. Flynn said part of the property Is being used for parking and warned that the practice "cannot · continue any longer." .. ... FLYNN CHARGED that the city removed a grass plot from ln , front of the property, lowered the sidewalk and built a cement step which p1·ojects into the sfdcwalk creating a "dangerous situation." The attorney claimed tlrnt the city acquired the land lllrgally and he or!ered to "enter negotiations" with the city. This matter was referred to City Solicitor Reinhart for investigation. Rclnhnrt also wns ordered to examine clly records for a deed lo property owned by the late Atty. Harold M. 's mith al the corner of Middle and Summer streets. Councilman Thomas H. Simes reported that the property was once transferred lo l\1r. Smith from the Portsmouth Savings bank and that the deed cannot be found in city records. .. ... MAYOR CECIL !II. NEAL was authorized to execute a new deed Lf the original cannot be located by Reinhart. The council granted a request (i;om 64 residents of -the MarcyGates streets area for erection of "stop" signs at the intersection. The residents said the lives of their children are "constantly endangered" by fast moving trame. 1 Peterson was m1city Manage1~ structed to Investigate a petlllon - Approveaa petition- from ·7ht from 21 residents in the South Emerson Hovey Veterans of Forstreet, Junkins avenue and Braeeign Wars auxiliary for permission kett road area requesting installato conduct a tag day Oct. 15 for the lion of traffic .lights at the Interorganization's hospital work. section of the three streets. The Granted use of the Community petition claimed that heavy trafCenter Oct. 21 to the state eaucaUc causes a hazard for both auto- tion department for a conference mobiles and pedestrians. on vocational rehabilitation. • • • Referre~ to City Manager PeterIN OTHER ACTION to Improve son a petition from seven residents traffic conditions, the council fofr a street light at the intersection passed for a first reading an ordi- 0 Meadow lane and Wo 0 db nance which would allow two-way avenue. ury traCfic near the New Hampshire PLACED ON FILE a letter from Gas and Electric company's plant the International City Manager's on lower Daniels street. The coun- association inviting City M ell set a hearing on the ordinance BPeterson lo a confer~nce at;:~~; for 7:45 pm Oct. 18 after City each, Fla. Manager Peterson explained that Accepted a letter from the c· -1 the move would allow more facili- Aeronautics administration in~:;_ ties for trucks transporting coal to ing a representative of the city to the electric company's plant. a~tend a meeting in New York on The t11xl problem arose again airport fire protection. wh~n City Manager Peterson re-' Authorized Mayor Ne 11 J lo sign commended that the downtown a proclamation on National Busi"unloadlng" area be enlarged and ness Women's week Oct. 9 to 15 "cross zonei;" extended "to beneAccepted a letter from the Gen~ flt the public." ~ral Services administration urgThe council referred the question mg the. city to complete plans on to its parking and traffic commit- any proJects financed through govtee after l\1rs. Valerie Task, taxi ernment funds. company owner, said both the op- \ erators and the public are in favor of the move. • A letter from .John Jacobsmeyer l\ 11nd John n. Pearson, Jr., spokesb' men for the Sherburne Civic association. asking that the Greenland road skating rink be activlaled this winter, was accepted and · referred to City Manager Peterson. The city ' council adopted an • • • amendment to the zoning ordlnanTIIE CITY MANAGER also was ces at a special meeting Saturday · ordered lo lnvP.sllgale a complaint permitting Howard Johnson's resby Mrs. Dondero that there are taurant to relocate on the east side five open wells on city-owned lof ~he Interstate highway, but not land. Mrs. Dondero snld there is until a wrangle over ordinance a $500 fine for allowing wells to chapter numbers involving garbage remain open. disposal and zoning had been In other business the council: straightened out. Denied a request from Thomas The council met to hold a public B . Cobbs, local radio service com- hearing and act on an ordinance pany owner, for permission to to rezone the plot from residential broadcast the world series through to commercial. a loudspeaker m Market square. A lengthy discussion on whether • • ,.. an incorrect chapter number PLACED ON FILE a request printed in the advertisement on from the H. A. Manning company the public hearing would cause for a $400 municipal subscription legal trouble in the future threatto the 1949-50 city directory now ened to block action. being prrparcd . Authorized Mayor Ncnl to sign I COU~CILMAN Mary C. Don:igreemenls with the slate highway dero pointed out to the four other department for changes at the council members present that the ~ Woodbury avenue Interstate high- advertisement referred to Chapter way Intersection. 42, which pertains to garbage disReferred to City Manager Peter- posal. son R petition from M11rion ChandAfter prolonged discussion belcr, manager of the Service Shops tween Councilmen Dondero and Inc., for permission to erect a ~ign Thomas H. Simes, and after calling at 78 Congress street. in City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart Referrc~ _to City Manager Peter- ;for a ruling, the council decided son a pct1t1on from Guy E. Malo I the error was of little consequence of the Arrerlcan Dye House Inc., J ?nd passed the ordinance through for permlslson to erect a slg t its second and third readings. 84 Fleet street. n a Councllman Dondero insisted • • • that the advertisement was techniGRANTED A PETITION from cally incorrect and should be run Edward L. Paterson & Sdn of 635 again In order to avoid possible Lincoln avenue for a sewer connec- legal difficulties in the future. lion at 108 Brackett road. i Such action would have deGranted a petition from Charles : layed the hearing another week, . f I and it was pointed out by CouncilW. Cark m or a sewer connection at the intersection of Maplewood I man Simes that since bids on the avenue 'and Fairview avenue. ; new spur road were to be opened today, delay might hold up completion of the new toll road at its juncture with the Interstate highway. Counc·11 Adopts 1zOnlng • Ch ange Desp1te • Error I ·• • • - The other councilmen, M~r'l Cecil M. Neal, Frank E. Paterson .and John Leary were_in favor ot disregarding the error as · immaterial, but on Mrs. Donclero's insistence, called ln Reinhart for a ruling. 6.J1 .. '• REINHART RULED It unneces- sary to r~dvertlse and :jlso that the council could amend the 'wordlng o_f the ordinance· be{ore its second reading. · Before calling in the city solicitor, the council had asked Oscar Neukom, attorney for Parkwood Inc., owners of the restaurant, how he felt about the error. I Simes said he was willing. to take the risk of "one chance in ten million" that the error woultl'cause any trouble, ff Neukom would, and the attorney readily agreed the risk was inconsequental to him. Simes also said the advertisement spelled out specifically what the ordinance pertained to and that It was not the chapter number that was being changed, but the zoning of a definite plot of land, • The ordinance was finally passed through its - second reading after Simes had Inserted amendments on. the chapter, changing it from 42 to 40, and on some of the wording of th~ ordinance. On a motion by Co~ncll~an Paterson, the rules were Buspended ?nd t~1e ordinance passed througlf its tlurd reading. 0 , • • • runuc HEARING, 7 THE which had preceded the council's discussion over the number, lasted only long enough for Mayor Neal lo 1fsk if any persons wished to speak for or a_g ainst the amended ordinance. No one took the opportunity. In routine business before the council, a petition was granted to 11 residents of Cass street to have a traffic safety sign erected at Cass and Islington streets. Permission was granted to John M. Potts to connect a sewer at 305 ' Sagamore avenue, and Mayor Neal was authorized to proclaim National Guard and Oil Progress weeks. Discussion on enlarging the taxi "unloading" area in the shopping district was postponed until tomorrow night's council meeting, I I I ' 1 �New !llr.ciffic Light Plan Would Cost'c:lty $S,45 o ~or;~~~~~~sa~t;~: Land Swap Deal Gets Council OK; s A $5,450 plan to helpdsolv~ ~~~:i~::n::\:Ji; 1 posed to City Manager E war . Q• 'b y traf~ght expert_J·. J_: Wehrer._ • • • • , Wehrer, .who recently., ~urveyed THE NEXT NEED, according to Portsmouth's , traffic conditions, Wehrer, is pedestrian control at frecommende\! -almost complete re- the intersection of State and PleasSchool Music Director David Kushious will swap $150 and part of vision of' pi:e,ent:traffic fight opera~ ant streets. He said that the type Burkitt street extension for a plot of city-owned land adjoining his pro. to allow . pedestrians mare of traffic controls now in use do perty near the intersection of Bur'kitt street extension and the Intertfine to cross · ·busy . intersections not benefit pedestrians. He esti- state highway. and at the same time facilitate the i mated that $1,300 would cover inThe deal was sanctioned by the city council last night after at least flow of traffic through the city. stallation of new ligh~s and other a half-hour discussion on legality of the move and negotiations among th He said that· Portsmouth's prob- equipment at at point. the council, Kushious, and his attorney, Wyman P. Boynton. lem ls to modernize a system whioh A "spasmodic pedestrian probKushious had informed the council that since 1927 he and his famwas installed more than 20 years Jem" exists at the intersection of ily have heen using II small triangle of. land which protrudes Into Bura&o when traffic was "vastly" dlf Middle ond Summct· streets whet<' kltt street extension from thcll' property. On lite other hnnd, the city ferent. He said it 1s "very doubtf • there are widely separated Inter- owns a triangle of land on the Interstate highway side of the Kushlous that present equipment can be • 1 vals of pedestrian traffjc. To property. s~red to "anywhere near effic cy' change these lights to meet lnstiKushlous maintained that he has a claim to part of the city's land for truly safe operation." : tute of Traffic Engineers standards and that the city has a claim to part of his land. He asked that the city • • • , would cost approximately $1,500, exchange with him to allow construction of a filling station on his WEBRER PRESENTE , he reported. property. vldual reports on conrlltl The situation at the corner of City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart ruled that the move was legal but intersections of Congress Lafayette road and South street the council engaged in lengthy discussion ove1' the exchange before streets, Congress and e'll\tif!'1~ is "strictly a vehicular" problem, finally giving Mayor Cecil M. Neal power to sign necessary deeds. streets, Pleasant and Stat Councilman Thomas H. Simes! proposed revision In "cross zone" 1 according to Wehrer. He said pres1',fiddle and Summer str..,..,......,...-· ent equipment at the intersection advised the council, "We should rates. ' fayette road and South strwmn~,:i can be remodeled but that it would keep in miild that we're giving In view of this opposition the dle and State streets and S be advisable to purchase new fa- property we own for property we committee will hold a hearing on avenue and South street. cllities if funds are available be- own." the proposal at 7:30 pm Monday in The General Electric any cause th e lights may fail at an Councilman Frank E. Paterson the council chamber, Margeson specialist stressed that suffi- "inopportune" time. If th e present pointed out, however, that "Mr. said. clent funds are not av le to equipment is retained, $35 o would Kushious has us stymied and we The council passed for a third cover the entire proj at the cover the work but if new facilities ' have him stymied, why not reading an ordinance changing present time the should were to be purchased it would coS t I i;tralghten this out?" property owned by Townsend change over equipmen t the in- a total of $ 600. I If the council had not accepted i Byrne at 848 Islington street from tersections one at a ti e until the He said that controls at Saga- Kushlous' offer and ordered bids \ a residential to a commercial zone. work is completed. more avenue and South street will for the property, a competitor of A public hearing preceded the speIn most cases Wehrer recom- have to be replaced In a short the oil company planning to build clal meeting but no opposition was mended installation of new equip- time. A new set of controls and on the property conld have out- voiced. ment and additional traffic signals other work would cost $800 while bid Kushious to purchase the Another public hearing was held including lenses with the worrls Improvements without new con- strip adjacent to the highway, on a proposal to allow two-way •:wait" and "walk" printed on lrols would total $600. thus cutting off access to the pro- traffic on the lower end of Danthem, When lit, these lights would • • • posed filling station site. leis street, In the vicinity of the advise pedestrians when it is safe I TIIE TRAFFIC SIGNALS at the • • • New Hampshire Gas and Electric to cross the, intersections and also intersection of Middle a nd S t ate THE ROCKINGHAM HO'fEL'S company. However, no action was indicate to autoists that traffic streets must be re-timed a nd new parking problem again was aired taken on the plan during the meetmust halt. equipment In st alled if th eY are to by th~ council when James B. lng. • • • meet specifications. The work, Smith, hotel owner, requested HE POINTED OUT that the ad- without In st allation of new con- permission to install throe parking WILUAl\l Al'OSTOLAKES of dition of pedestrian control- 'trols would be $ 500, a nd new signs directing motorists to the 34 Essex avenue appeared before needed mostly along Congress equipment, Including controls, \ hotel's parking area in the rear :he council and asked for an ex'treet-also would speed the move- would amount to $ 75 o. of the Folsom-Salter House on ?lanatlon of a $52 water bill he ment of vehicular traffic because In several in st ances, traffic Court street. The signs would be received. He said he constructed it would keep pedestrians away lights would b'e erected at four . erected at Chestnut and State a house on Essex avenue last year to~ intersections when autos are . corners of an intersection where streets, Chestnut and Court streets and although he did not occupy movmg. I two now stand, and in others three a nd Court a nd Middle streets. it during the winter, he receiverl He said he . based his recom- f lights erected. Wehrer said adopHowever, Smith's petition was a water bill. llc pointed out that I 'rnendatlons on standards of the , tlon of the recommendations referred to City Manager Edward there was no plumbing or other Institute of Traffic Engineers and would be 8 "definite and effective" C. Peterson after Simes warned facilities from which water could said any deviation from these prac- step toward solving traffic conhis colleagues that Portsmouth is be obtained. tlces would have "harmful" results h'ol in Portsmouth. becoming "the city of signs, inThe council 1·cfcnecl the matter in Portsmouth as out-of-state stead of the City of the Open drivers are not familiar with any Do01·." to Peterson for Investigation and other system. He reminded PeterSimes also pointed out that repq1·t after Apostolakes said, •· 1 son and the council that considerEarle S. Phillfrook, owner of the don't know where the water went able traffic through the city is Folsom-Salter house, had petitionor who used it. I most certainly from out-of-state. ed the council for a directional didn't use it." Wehrer said the problem at the sign at the Intersection of Slate In other business the council: intersections of Congress and Fleet I and Chestnut streets several Referred to the planning board a and Congress and Vaughan streets monfhs ago but that the council report from Peterson concerning is due. to pedestrians crossing the denied his request. construction of a filling station at street whenever they can and "We have repeatedly denied rethe corner of Lafayette and Elslowing vehicular , traffic. He sugquests by Mr. Philbrook for signs, wyn roads. gested that !in ,"exclusive" . pedeshow can we grant Mr. Smith's reReferred to Peterson a petition ,trian control be adopted so that quest?" Simes asked. I from eight Cottage street residents traffic would halt in all directions * * * when it Is time for pedestrians to ANOTHER PERENNIAL PROB- 1 for erection of a street light in that cross. This revision would cost the LEM-the taxi situation-popped 1 area. Referred to Peterson a request 1·c1ty from $400 to $450, Wehrer up again when Councilman Richfrom Leo Jacobs of Mattison's Baradded. ' man S. Margeson, chairman of the ber shop at 36 Congress street for ---- parking and traffic committee, repermission to move a barber's pole ported that 11 taxi operators are opposed_ and only two in favor o.~ I In front of his establishment. ' I Ta X ·1 Hear·, n g\<\ et l '1 1 I I • • • • • • �I ~ . ~ ·GRANTED THE New Hampshire Technical institute permission to install a 5,000-gallon , oil tank. Granted the New Hampshire Tuberculosis association permlsslon to sponsor a tag day Dec. 3. Granted the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes 11 permission to use Eureka hall on Maplewood avenue the last Friday of every other month. Referred to Peterson a letter from Mrs. William E. Kelly of 599 ,Kearsarge way who asked the council when water lines will be extended on Elwyn road. Granted a petition from the Military Order of Coot les for pennis• slon to use the South Meeting house Saturday. Voting Machines<Contlnued from p~re one>~ lieves that voting machines are highly desirable. I want to know more about the expense of the machines but It may be that they can be inlrod•1ced gradually, ward by ward, so that we do not get all the expense In one year." Councilman Thomas H. Simes"Frankly, I favor an ything that will make it impossible to cheat at the . elections. Voling machines would expedite the counting of ballots and do away with all those long night hours. However, I want to study the cost figures because I am opposed to spending money unnecessarily." Councilman Frank E. Paterson"The expense of the machines is the thing that must be considered. But they would certainly be a more efficient method of voting and the matter will be discussed in 1950." Sal~ry O~dinailces PQss . Initial · Counciln {leCldin9 tl ~wo municipal salary ordinances were passe? for first reading b o;ethc1ty council.last night In one of the quietest and shortest meet1ng~ ' e year. . _ 1 I In s~ssion less than 45 minutes, the council set Dec 13 as the d t \ or public h~arlngs on ordinances governing salaries ~f J' it ae trons and assistant librarians. an ors, _m a- , One ordinance wouid set an $800 : Referred to Peterson - petitions7 minimum and $2,625 maximum an- 1 from George W. Sherman, Domin- ' nual salary for janitors and a ick Paola and the Trafton Insur$1,000 minimum and $1,325 maxi- , ance agency for permission to erect mum pay for matrons. · : signs. Accepted a letter of appreciation·· • • * THE OTHER ordinance would , from Piscalaqua Lodge of Brotherestablish $775 minimum and $1 ,000 hood of Maintenance of Way Emmaximum salaries for assistant ; ployes for use of Eureka hall. librarians. ACCEPTED ,A LETTER I from A third proposea ordinance. which provides one-way traffic on the Public Service commission nolower Daniel street near Bow tifying the council that buses have street, was refel·red to City Man- been authorized to carry passenager Edw11rd C. Peterson for clari- gers from Portsmouth to RockingCOUNCILI\IAN-ELECT Theodore fication. That proposal also wili ham park. Empowered Mnyor Cecil M . 1 R. Butler-"The only question In be given a public hearing Dec. 13. Neal to issue a proclamation in 1 my mind Is that of expense. I'm The much-discussed petition of regard to the Arthritis and Rheucertainly all for voling machines Earle S. Philbrook, Folsom-Sal_ter matism foundation's cam al because I used them when I lived House owner, for erection of a sign I funds. P gn for Seven members of the new in New York and liked them." Portsmouth city council went on Referred to Peterson and ReinCouncilman-elect Thomas F. at Chestnut and State streets, record today as favoring the in- Mullen, Sr.-'Tm 100% in favor a~aln came up for council consider- / hart. a petition from John Iafolla I stallation of voling machines. • for license to possess explosives of voting machines. I don't believe ' ation. City Manager Peterson presentCouncilmen-elect Theodor · R Another member said he had anyone can help making errors "not given the matter much when they've worked all day and ed the counc.i l with a letter from Butler and Thomas H. Mullen~ Sr.: thought" and the ninth could not then have lo count ballots all night An.drew Jarvis, owner of prope:ty attended the meeting on invitation . and after witnessing last Tuesday's adJacent to the proposed sign site, oi council members. be reached for comment. - -- - - - - - -- - - ~ election, I'm convinced I'm right. In which Jarvis expressed opposif' However, the seven members Something ought to be done, but we tion to the sign . The letter was acwere also unanimous In their 1 will have to consider the cost angle cepted by the .co~nc~l. agreement that "expense" would very carefully." be the governing factor In any THE COUNCIL also accepted a Councilman John J. Learyaction taken by the council In 1950 "I've not given the matter much report from Peterson suggesting or 1051. thought and wouldn't want to give installation of street lights on LaCity Manager Edward C. Peterfayette road near Elwyn Park, an opinion." son said ,t oday the petition for a Dover street, Cabot street, WentTHEY AGREED that the matter The ninth councilman, Roland I. recount on the "beano" referendum worth road and Spring street. would have a place In council dis- Noyes, was out of town. Fire Chief George T. Cogan re- will have to be presented to the cussions In the coming year and Mayor Cecil M. Neal pointed out ported that a fire alarm box will city councll before any action I taken. .s that City Manager Edward C. Peter- I1 be installed on McKinley road in The petition has been filed with son had already been Instructed Elwyn Park If sufficient funds reto obtain Information on the ma'main in the fire department's 1949 City Clerk Elleen D. Foley, but has not come before the council chines and their cost. budget. It will be up to the councll to de~ Councilman Richman S. MargeA drnslic change In PortsThe opinions of the various cide whether or not to , I\Sk Atty, mouth's traffic structure-pr ohi- son, parking aqd traffic committee Gen. William L. Phinney to rule on members follow: Mayor Neal-"I believe absolute- biting left turns at most business chairman, reported that his com- the legality of a recount. ly that we i.hould take every district intersections - Is being mittee is continuing study of the City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart means to find out how much the considered by City Manager Ed- taxi rate problem and will preseht has already ruled that there ls n I machines cost and just what can ward C. Peterson. an Inclusive report at a later meet- provision in the charte'r for a re~ "Left turns are our biggest wor- ing. be done to get them. We have count on referendums. some Information from the city ry. If we can eliminate them at Margeson said his committee has manager but will need a lot more such intersections as Congress and I found that present taxi rates are Fleet and Chestnut based on a "mixed-up Idea" and so that It can be discussed fully. Church , I favor the use of machines In our streets, It' will help clear up our said an attempt Is being made to trnffic problem," !'ct crson said . voling locally." clarify the rnles. Peterson stressed thul no definIn other action the council: Councilman· Richman S. Marge- ite action will be taken by him or Granetd lrn A. Brown permisson-"! believe that the city will I he city council until the plan is sion to sponsor a Port~mouth high not only benefit Ilnancially In the given considerable study, school football parade and rally long run from the use of voting in the business district tonight. machines but also they would be a great relief to ' those counting GRANT.ED LENA GORMAN perthe ballots. We do not want any mission lo make a sewer connecrepetitions of ,last Tuesday and tion on South street. Wedno~day when it took until 4 Referred to City Solicitor Aram to get the ballots all In. But thur J. Reinhart a petition from there Is the question of expense Mrs. Marjorie Payn and Gordon that will have to be studied careBrooks for permission to set anifully." mal traps on city-owned land in the Peverly Brook area. COUNCILMAN Lester R. WhlReferred to Peterson a petition 1. taker-"Every one of us who from the American War Dads or- I went around on election night beganization for permission to use / , lPlease turn to pa,te three) the Community Center. --===-----::=:..___.;..;._ Voting Machines Favored by 7Al .it/ City Councilmen • • • • • • I I B R ean~ ' . ecounltu--' Depen · ds on Counci'I • • • Traffic Changes ,\ Considered Here I 1---------- • • • ••• I I �. I RI s h' ·r w I. ' SCh00 s, e1are' -, preparation of the school budget. u\e oug f C fyTax. Lea.d,' '·oLega . oun n Beano .Recount ' . • Increases / I•1y 'J. ~ :.· , ·c •• \.iity Manager Edward C. Peterson today said he wlll request . a ruling from Atty. Gen. William L. Phinney on the legallty of a beano recount. ·Peterson's announcement came after ,the Frank E. Booma American Legion post officially requeste a recount of ballots cast In the beano referendum last Tuesday. he be1mo question was defeated by 18 votes. . City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinart 'has ruled there are no provisions for a beano recount In the present"charter or beano law. • I ' ~::v~~c~~o~h!i!~~~~ll~ust be ap- (j VJ Analysis of the school approprlatlon discloses that proposed salary Increases to teacher~ more than account for the 6% Jump In school costs. The 1950 budget calls for a salary appropriation of $400,000, compared to $365,000 in 1949. · , Portsmouth faces the happy The total school appropriation financial prospect of a decreased for 1950 is $583,000, or slightly . "overall" city budget in 1950, but more than 47 cents out of each tax the amout to be raised by taxes dollar. , is going up $45,000. The county tax estimate of $129,000 is the exact amount of the 1949 The 1949 tax levy totaled $1,183,- tax, for which the 1949 council ap376 and' City Mana~er Edward C. ' propriated $116,000, only to have Peterson s 1950 e_shmate, ~s pr~- , to raise additional money later to sented to the city council t~1s meet its share of the county finanmorning, calls for the appropna- cial burden. tion of $1,228,477 from tax revenue, * * * or ' an lncrea~e of 3.6%. OVERSEER OF the Poor James , But' the total budget, which In- O. Pettigrew's welfare department ' cludes estimated expenditures both is asking for a $12,000 increase to from tax money and other revenue, $80,582 to meet an expected jump Is $21,000, or 1.4%, less than 1949':r in relief work. Item increases in$1,450,528. ., clude food, $3,500; board and care $2,500; hospital, $i,ooo; shelter: $3,200; medical, $400; cash allowPETERSON EXPLAINED the ance, $200. contradictory figures as, "The reRequested salary hikes for the sult of the loss of state aid to police depa1-tment's rated personschools." nel, clerical help and a new alThe 1950 budget, which must lotment of $2,000 for training are be approved · by the city council the major factors in boosting the appropriation $7,000 to $101 • before -Feb. 27, 1950, provides for police 000. ' an estimated revenue of $200,000. The police salary increases · total In 1949, the manager and council $1,500. City Marshal William J. placed their outside income estiLinchey plans to hire a .male clerk mate at $237,000. at . $2,100, annually, The police ••• 1 REINHART SAiD the charter provides for recounts only on ballots c~st · for the city council, school board and the liquor question, . · "If the Legislature wan'ted to allow recounts on the beano question lt certainly would have proded for It in the city charter," Reinhart said. Last week Councilman John J. Leary sought information, from City Clerk Eileen D. Foley on the process of obtaining a recount. eary said he was seeking the information for the Portsmouth oose and Knight-, of Columbus rganlzations. It· was at that· time that the atter was referred to City SoliciReinhart after clty officials el'e unable to find beano provifons in the charter. ••• Shortly after the council en- budget cannot be changed by the dorsed the 1949 budget, the Gen- council. By. state law it must be eral Court killed the state aid to passed as approved by the police education bill. As a result, the commissioners. * * * . city lost $48,000. Then to add to lN C the city's fiscal woes the county •··. ONTRAST to the mc1·eases tax bill was $13,oo·o U:ore than an- 1 proposed for some departments Is tlcipated. . 111¢ • $8,625 • slash of recreation funds to $24,000. Hardest hit are The council met the loss of state ~he playground and swimming pool aid money and the hike In county 1 t ems-including salaries-which tax by passing a $62,000 supple- have been reduced from $13,000 to mentary budget, of which $32,000 $9,000. ~l~o cut, by $2,100, is the approwas included in the tax levy of $1,· pr1alwn for the Community Cen- · 1~3,000. , ( I l,:"' ·, , . tcr, Daniel street. And maintenance '· J.he state aid item is not-Included and contruclion has been sliced There wlh be a Public Hearing on December 13, 1949, Tuesday, at 7 :30 pm .'in ' tl'ie 1!.150 estimates of revenue ' $2,400. _lu the Council Chambers In the City but po~sible increases in Income The decrease in the municipal Hall for the folloWlng proposed ordln• from such items as automobile debt appropriation from $97,000 to ances: · AN1 ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO town taxes, fees, school tuition and $88,000 is largely accounted for SCHEDULE IN THE PUBLIC dividends might partially offset by the reduction in payments due the state aid loss. on bonded debts from $85,000 to D = . CITY OF PORTSMOUTH ORS. . . . $78,000, plus a proportionate drop 1. That, RS Of Jan\!Rry 1st, 1949, , PETERSON SAID that in pre- in interest charges. the annual sal&ry , schedule or Assistant Librarian shall be a• paring the budget he had "hackfollows: • ed" at the estimates submitted by Minimum Maximum $775.00 $1,000.00 the department heads until they 2. All la.ws or parts of Jaws Incon"were reasonable." sistent With this ordinance are or ~tk~a:y * * * , hereby repealed . 3. This ordinance shall take eflect • upon Its pasa.a.ge. AN ORDINANCE PERTAINJNG TO SALARY SCHEDULE OF MATRONS AND JANITORS IN THE EMPLOY OF THE CITY OF PORTSMOUTH THE CITY OF PORTSMOUTH OR DAINS: • l, That as1of January 1st, 1949, the annual salary schedule tor Matrons and Janitors In the em. ploy of the City of Portsmouth shall be as follows: Minimum Maximum Matrons $1,000.00 , $1,325.00 Janitor• · 800.00 • $2,625 .00 2. All la.wa or parts of Jaw lnconBlatent with this ordinance arc hereby repealed. , 3. This or<llnance shall take effect ,upon ita passa~e. Attest: EILEEN FOLEY City Clerk 1 A $2,500 cut In an office equipment item In the auditor's appropriation is more than responsible for the $2,400 dect'ease In that department's requirements to $9,200 from · $11,600. * * • THE 1950 BUDGET calls for 8 $13,3~0 ~!Jpropriation ln the cily clerks olf1ce, a cut from the 1949 figure of $15,220. 1 One thousand dollars was cut from the election e~timates and $800 from the vilal statistics account to effect the reduction. · Meanwhile, Portsmouth's firemen apparently will go without new ~niforms in 1950 with a $1,000 item · tor clothing allowance omitted in 1950 lo bring the department's budget down to $64,000 from $65 000. ' The largest department directly under the control of the city mana_ger--streets-faces an appropriatJ?n drop from $221,000 to $219,000 with small changes in the department's :rn appropriation items explaining lite reduction. * .. .. l'LANNIN<i HOARD, allowed $2,000 in 1940, will be cut lo $1 ,000, if Peterson's proposals are accepted by the council. Other_ depa~tments shqwing lesser cuts m then· appropriations are the assessors, $550; fire alarm, $3-!5; health, $100; comfort station $405; cit~ buildings, $765; library: $~10; weights and measures, $17· mrport commission, $300. ' Additional departments allowed , ~ncreases are city manager, $19; / ta~ c~llector, $341; treasurer, $341; 1 bmldmg inspector, $28; wire in: speclor, $3; municipal court, $7; · and unclassified, $30. The apprnpriations of two departments are unchanged. These arc I.he contingent account, $10. 000, and city celebrations, $900. ' 'J'IU,: * * * · '1'11E CITY manager's water department budget of $165,000 represents an increase of approximately $2,000 over 1949 and the anti cipated revenue is placed $166,000. Jn s till another separate municipal account-parking meters-the manager proposed a $14,700 budget, an in crease of $6,000 over 1949. The _increase is to meet a $5,000 p.:rkmg lot improvement item and a hike of $1 ,000 in the safety signs appropriation. Estimated revenue for 1950 from the parking meters is $36,000. at 1950 Municipal Budget, Cut $23,481, Goes Before City Council Tomorrow 1 Among the accounts to feel the sharpest "bite" of Peterson's fiscal knife were recreation, $8,625; city _ debt, $8,785; auditor, $2,414; city clerk, $1,890; fire, $1,267; streets, $1,840; and planning board, $1,000. However, the school department , led the few department~ receiving ' increases over 1949 figures with a ; $35,305 boost. It Is followed by welfare, $12,000; county tax, $13,000 and po_llce department, $7,000. • • * THE MANAGER and council have no control over the county and police department requests and _the_ managei:_has ·no__ voic1:._ in .the A 1950 municipal budget calling for a slash of $23 481 from 1949 expenditures will go before the city council tom~rrow for study. City Manager Edward C. Petel'Son said the new budget will total $1,427,0-17 as eom11ared to last year's figure of $1,450,528. , . However, the amount to be raised by taxation is estimated at $1,228,477, an increase of $45,201 over 1949's total of $1,183,276. Peterson explained that the increase in the tax levy is expected because of reduced income from state sources . Last year's budget, as approved by the council, Included $48,000 in anticipated state aid to education funds. When this was turned down by the General Court, the council was forced to pass, a supplementary budget to make up the difference. fhe manager said that the only "real" increase in departmental appropriations is for the school department where salary boosts, according to the department's wage schedules, are again in effect. . "I really took the ax to the estimates turn~d In by the department heads," Peterson said. The complete budget figures are to be released tomorrow morning n 1-~ �A report f"rom tlie CitYSQJicitor ' on a contract between the city and . John W. Durgin, Sr., a civil engineer, for plans for a proposed sewer project. Signing of a lease for the Piscataqua Rifle club. City Asked to Give $1,000 n..z.s For. Christmas Lighting ~ 1~-l ' Chamber of Commerce request for $1,000 t~ help fina nce 'stallalion of -the Christmas lighting display in the business dlstrii!t w! be considered by the city coun~il at a regular monthly meeUng at 7 P Thursr· Miss Helen L. Kelly, Chamber secretary, said Chamber officials decided to seek city council as !stance after discoverln~ a $600 defie It in last year's collections. f: I If the $1,000 ls appropriated the . I Chamber may extend the Christmas display to Vaul(han street and other streets off Congress street, Miss Kelly added. • • • ... I A REPORT from City Marshal William J. Llnchey. A proposal by Maurice E. Witmer, planning board secretary, for a Portsmouth housing authority. A communication from the National Safety council. A communication from City Audilo, Wilfr,d ... Young Councl., Expected To Say 'No, fo'l).] :~~~.~i~:.:~.~:.~e~:,} A petition from the Frank E. the city council: Booma American Legion post for Referred to City l\Ianager Peter. l\IEANWJIILE, City Manager II recount on the beano question son a pclltion from nine Lafayette Edward C. Peterson Announced that will be considered by the city road residents for a sewer extensever,11 lfcm~ of considerable ln- council tonight but there Js a , sion after Frank F11ulkner of 271 terest_ Will be considered by the I strong possibility that the council I Lafayette road, spokesman fo1· the council. / will not 11pprovc the request. group, said they planned to refer Included Is a proposal by l\faurlce / Cit~ hall ~ources expect the the matter to the State Health de- . E. Wilmer, planning board secre- council to reJect the petition be- partment If the council failed to tary, that a Portsmouth Housing/ cause the city c_harter and beano take immediate action. authority be establlshed for pos- law do not Provide for a recount. . slble purchase of Wentworth Acres Both laws. have been studied by . Adopted a proposal by City Auby the city, t City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart d1tor Wilfred E. Young t1_1at $1,51,7 who i;ays he has been unable to be transferred from the city clerk s Peterson said Witmer has sug- find grounds for a retabulation of . election account and divided iestcd that the authority obtain votes cast in last month's election. / among the assessors, auditor, tax federal funds to help finance the The referendum, defeated by 1 . collector, treasurer and police deproposed pm·chase. He quoted Wit- votes, would legalize beano for8 partments. mer as saying that Portsmouth charitable purposes. faces the "problem" of continuing • • • Accepted a petition from Postwartlme housing facilities. ALSO ON THE agenda ls a remaster Peter J. Hickey for addi• • • quest from the Chamber of Com- · ,tional parking facilities in the TUE COUNCIL also will con- I merce for a municipal appropriaslder a petition from Postma~tc1· tion of $1,000 to help finance the/ rear of the postofflce and a recomPeter J. Hkkey for additional Christmas lighting display. How. mendation from Peterson that the parking facilities in llie rear of the ever, this petition also will meet government consider removal of a grass plot near the corner of State postoffice. council opposition, according to reand Church streets to provide exA Petition signed by 1,038 Ports- poTrts. tra space. he council is reportedly conmouth area residents advocating sidering a $500 appropriation inADOPTED a resolution expresslower taxi rates also is on Thurs- stead of $1,000. The Chamber, ing appreciation for the services day's agenda, Peterson said. The I faced with a $600 deficit in the of Truant Officer Richard D. McPelltlon was presented to Peterson ; Christmas lighting fund for the Donough who resigned several by Fred I. Seal'ey, local taxi firm sec~nd Year, plans to extend lights months ago, owner. to outskirts of the business disAn ordinan'ce creating a com- h-ict if the council appropriates Exp1·essed appreciation to City merclal zone on Lafayette road the money. Manager Peterson for his "coProperty owned by H11rry E. Yoken Two ordinances are scheduled operation and exhaustive efforts" is slated for a first reading. for first readings. One ordinance in behalf of the city during the Peterson also announced that the will limit one-way traffic on lower past year. recreation commission will meet at Daniel street near Bow street and Postponed action on a petition 7:30 Pm tomorrow in the city coun- the other will rezone Lafayette ell chamber. road property of Harry E. Yoken. for limited parking on Raitt's Court pending a study of city or1· The planning board 11il) lll<'et at The agenda also includes: 17:30 Pill Wedncsd11y nt its office on Two reporL5 frorn City Manager dinances by City Solicitor Reinhart. / Islington street. Edward C. Peterson. Authol"ized the city clerk to renew all annual lice nses granted A PF.TIT(ON frorn the Rev. Alby the council with the exception 1 1111111 A. Diggs for permission to of taxi licenses which must be aphold religious services. proved by lhe city marshal. A petition from Raltls Accepted the c 1 t y marshal"s re~idents for regulation of Court quarterly report. traffic / on that street. • • • (3) TWO-WAY traffic on l ower Daniel street near Bow street. (4) Rezoning of Lafayette road property owned by Harry E. Yoken. The hearing will start at 7:30 and will be followed by a special council meeting during which the following items wlll be considered: A contract between the city a nd John W. Durgin, Sr., for a sewer survey in Portsmouth. A request from Ray C. B~a<;kett I I --- I I -- I ... A petition from Brooks Motor company for a sewer connection. A Petition for extension of a · sewer on Lafayette road. A petition for a "Have a Heart" 1 tag day. • • • A PETITION to amend a parking ordinance pertaining to Church street and the rear of the postofflce. A petition from Leon G. Hammond for a sewer connection at Farm lane. Planning board reports on propper(y owned by Harry Yoken and Jane C. Garland. - - . - I .. "' A PETITION from the American Legion for permission to use the Community Center June 23 for the American Legion State convention ball. A request from the Coleman Oil company for permission to store and sell gasoline on Lafayette road. I A request from City Auditor Wilfred E . Young to transfer $370 in municipal funds. A petition from the Gold Star Mother's association for permission to use the Community Center for an installation of officers Jan. 8. I Jan. ·2 lnau~ura~iQ~ Set for Council.llJf ix: Portsmouth's city council will inaugurated at 10 am J an. 2 and a mayor wlll be elected d uring the council's first regular meeting of the Year Jan. 5, City Manager Ed-, ward C. Peterson said today. Peterson said the council wm· hold its final meeting of 1949 at 7:30 pm Thursday, ·' ' • a• petition • from Brooks Motor Sales Inc., of Hanover street for a sewer connection between Cutts Street Extension and the Maplewood avenue overpass on { the Interstate highway. Placed on file an invitation to attend a meeting of the American War Dads and Gold Star Wives next Thursday night at th e Community Center. Authorized the mayor to sign a proclamation in Which 'the National Safety Council urie1 tramc safety over the Christmas holiday. APPROVED -- .------------ ...___,,I of 129 Dennett' street for pennission to sell Christmas trees and · wreaths in the rear of the North Congregational church. 1 • • • • The city council will hold a publir hearing on four proposed ordinances tomorrow night. The ordinances pertain t o: (1) The salary schedule of matrons and janitors employed by the city. <2) The salary schedule of employes at the Portsmouth p ublic library. ~ 1 Beano Recount Council to Hold \1' Public Hearings -i On 4 Ordinances I Approved a petition from the Beta Sigma Phi sorority for a "Have a Heart" tag day Dec. 17. Approved a petition from Leon G. Hammond for a sewer connection on Farm lane off Woodbury avenue. Authorized the mayor to sign a lease for the city and the Plscataqua Rifle club for use of the cityowned Greenland road il'avel pit for a rifle ranre. ' Granted the John Iafolla Construction company permission to ,tore explosives. •. �Relief P.:toblem Growing Worse; lily ·o elicit May Re:;ch $20,000 1 Portsm~uth's rapidly growing relief problem may throw an unexpected burden on city finances thls yeal'-and the answer may be a municipal public works project. The city already has overspent its r6lief account by $11,406, and with the I employment situation ' continuing its downward tre nd , 1 th!lt deficit tpay reach $20,000 b'e- 1 fore Dec, 31. The estimate was given today by City Manager Edward C. Peterson who worriedly admitted that he believed direct relief is "detrimental" to the persons receiv1 ing it. In its place, Peterson suggested that the clty-"if this increase in relief continues,"-conslder setting up a ·municipal public works project. , '• • • PETERSON REACHED the $20,- wouJd reach $80,00~ for the year, S~PARATING the direct relief almbst double the $44,475 pro- costs into their component parts vided in the 1950 budget for for Portsmouth's expenditures direct relief. Peterson declined to alone, the flgul'es show that food estimate just what the final figure and shelter have shown the largest might be at the end of 1950. gains over the 1948 outlay. • • • Food costs jumped from $6,353 "I HAVE HOPES the seasonal to $10,587 for the 11 months this pickup in employment next sum- ·year, ·and shelter rose from $2,929 mer will help the situation, but to $ 4 ,908 . you never can tell what employOther items that are already ment is going to be from one day running ahead of figures of a year to the next," th!? city manager ago are fuel, from $1 ,278 to said. "I have no definite plan, but · $1 ,652; medical care, from $671 to will wait to see which way the em- $758; board and care, from $11,ployment situation moves before 610 to $13,729; cash allowances, making any recommendations," from $640 to $900; clothing, from he added. $176 to $296; gas, light and water, "If relief expenditures continue from $14 to $25.46 and other exto rise next year the way they are penses, from $405 to $412. now," Peterson said, "I will consider recommending a municipal PWA." • The principle project would be ;i1 one of extending water mains to 1 • 000 estimate 11fter pointing out outlying sections of the city. The fi6Ul'eS released by City Auditor work would be financed by bond Wilfred E. Young showing that !~sues, and as many of the city's between August and September, unemployed as possible would be expenditures rose approximately hired. $1,000, butln October, they jumped Peterson said the PWA scheme A challenge of the P ortsmouth $7,525, and In November, $7,259. Is a desperate one and that he city council's "right to block the The total appropriation for 1949 would recommend it only as a last will of the people" was voted yeswas $32,425. But $43,833 already way out of saddling the city with terdaY. by the executi ve hoard of has . been spent and there is a pos- an enormous re!i.ef appropriation the Frank E. Dooma post, Arnel'1 sibllity the total for the year will to be paid for out of taxes. _ · ican Legion. c:limb to $50,000. ' • • • The Legion's request for a rPPeterson has high hopes that Nat WHILE PART of the increase count of the "beano" qu esti ons. Stevens' Public Works depart- during October and November has defeated by 18 voles at the Noment- will finish the year with a been due to increased costs of fuel, vember election- was turn ed down clothing and medical care normally by the city council last Thursd ay surplus of about $lS,OOO, which can incurred during the winter months, night. be transferred to wipe out a great Welfare department officials esti• • • part of the welfare deficit. mate that about 80 % of the in- I THOMAS E. FLYNN, attorney Just how much will be saved by crease is due to increased unem- for the Booma post, said that the the Public Works department will ployment. Legion is "no longer interested in depend on how much snow falls Both Peterson and relief offi- whether or not 'beano' can be between now and the new year. A clals said the naval shipyard lay- played In Portsmouth" but is tryfew insignificant storms will cost offs are largely responsible for the ing to determine if the city counlittle ~o handle, _bu~ a_"couple of sudden increase. cil is "running the city 01· are the reAl blizzards could wipe out the Unemployed shipyard wmkers people." surplus the , department now are not eligible for state unemployNo Immediate plan of action shows," Peterson said. ment benefits. They must be cared has been decided, according to There is also the posslbif lty sur- for by county or city. Flynn, who added that he would pluses may be coming from other • • • need a little time to study the departments to help pay off the THE COUNTY shoulders the re- matter. impending welfare deficit. sponslblllty, for unemployed who • • • I have lived here less than five "OF COURSE," Peterson point- :.· years, but after tha_t t!me, they are 1 ed out "if these savings are not transferred to the city s relief roles, turned' in by other departments, I Most of the people who moved ~ere th~ Welfare department deficit will to take adv~ntage of w:artlme Jobs City M:nager Edward C. Peier- ; have to lie 'carried over into next are now eltglble for city relief. son today announced that Ports- , year's budget." While county relief expenditures mouth has received $44,747 in state '. What will happen to next year's in Portsmouth also have shown a credits for taxes paid by local relief costs "is anyone's guess," decided increase this year, they banks, railroads and stockholders. Peterson added. have been at a very uneven pace. Pet<>rson said the total is at least ''I •have iricreased the approIn October, the county spent $5,000 more than he anticipated priatlons for . next year's direct $896 more than it did in Septem- when the 1949 budget was comrellef by $12,050, but there is no ber, but In November, it spent piled. way -of knowing if it will be suf- $817 less than It did in October. City Auditor Wilfred E. Yourig ficlent," he stated. Through November, the county said $26,360 repl'esents interest and If expenditures average $7,500 had expended $27,410, while all dividend taxes; $9 ,817, savings a mo?th In 1950, then the total last year, the county contributed banks; $8,341, railroads; a11d $229, $25,045 . to relief In Portsmouth. bulldin& loan1. The total for the year may exceed ' $30,000, or about $5,000 more than the 1948 expenditures. I Leg1on • to F.Jg ht 5" Counc1 1 Re·1ection Of 'Beano' Recount I City Gets $44,747 In State Credits'1•'~ I .. . - I Ijc·t I y ,.In, th e Blnck' By $182 / 000 · Sum Unti'I Year'$ End LI 'h , , ,,v ~-, A total of $l82.000 remains in the city treasury to meet the balance of the city obligations In 19-19. Each of the city's departments, of Dec. 12, showed favorable bi.lances but some of these can be expected to "disappear" when t he books are finally balanced for the year. 1as The largest balance Is In the school department where $94,000 remains but there are still additional payrolls to meet and other lesser expen.~es. • • • SECOND TO the school department Is the highway ac:rount whe re Public Works Supt. Nat S . Stevens reports $41 ,000 still In his coffers. Jn addition , Strve ns' water depart ment boasts $26,000 in bl ae k fi gures. Stevens hop()fully predkts th at he will reach Dec. 31 with "a surprisingly large amount left in the till," but as he said It, he "crossed his fingers" against the possibility of heavy snowstorms between now and New Year's, THE ••• depar tment, WELFARE which Is runnin g into "heavy weather" In some of its budget items, still shows a $1,400 balance. But continued relief payments and old , age subsidies still have to be met. · As of last Monday, the welfare's food account was overspent by $4,000; shelter, $2,176; fuel, $580; medicine, $470; hospital, $1,000; cash allowance, $100; board and care, $1,257; and other expenses, $12. I The old age assistance account still has a balance of $10,961, City Manager Edward C. Peterson reported, having spent $21 ,000 of a $32,000 appropriation. In 1948, old age relief cost the city $25,900. • • • Peterson has expressed the belief that the city's mounting relief costs will plunge the welfare department into red ink before the end of the year. Its deficit will have to be made up Crom other accounts. HOWEVER, Favorable balances, as of Dec. 12, reported by othe1· major depal'tments Include: city clerk, $4,500; fire, $9,273; comfort station, $1,100; police, $9,400; public buildings, $2,400; library, $2,900; recreation, $7,300; airport, $945. �Beano ·R ecount R~jected e·y· Council on Grounds Legal·Authority Is Lackin·g _ I --$500 sum vOfed ?t -t1 .V 'l- - I nd 0 II d for a 1 ca w~1ttaker When Jltrs. Do nd vote, Coun~ 1.; : ; E Pater~ roll call Rola l. Noyes, ar es.on eac h son a~d :1c;~mtnt~~t w: re voting 8 1 explame sc t hr y against the propos? . bcc~l~~rit to doubted the councils au y order ,a recou~t. • • S . aid he COUNCJ!:III ~\~ si_;HE . .s ruling "concurred with Rc mhai _t s th it aad ,·omlmlod t he '°""."t ,t t w:is a q11 rs lio11 o( a ulilo'.·ily_ anfa~~r 10 wh et hrr t he coun eil .." ·,ts or oppo~ rd lo " bra no. Aflcr the rr count pro posal w:is rri ct'l <'d , Si1111•s , in \\' hat he de· scl'ibc<l :i s a 1110, c t O " ii rolcc t'' th e th th American Legion. ordered at ile ,~· it v l'l r rk's r rC"or ds slateI th at t h_e T0 Defray COSfS Of yUIe L•lght•Ing , A polillon by lu,, Fmk E.8 t Dooma Amcriea n Leg ion poS fo~· r ecount on I he " bea no" qur~lt ~n was re jected by th e city council m a 6-2 roll ca ll \'Ol e la~t night cl urin g the final -a nd lon gcsl- regulur meeting of th e yrnr. n 1 l,rd O n a ruling hy Cil y ::io licit nr The cou ci l's ad ion "lrns iasr th 1 no lega authority ordrr eUrn, J, lRoi"h" ·t ,lot lh e oilya r'" . cotmt o( \'Ol<'S east on the " bra no'' refrrcndum la L month. ,. , "And the taxpayers' money was The council also accepted a used for Christmas parties in city planning board communication auhall, too," . thorizing Jane C. Garland to erect The $500 appropriation was a restaurant on the Interstate highfinally approved, with Simes and way. Mrs. Dondero still objecting, Another proposed ordinanceThe mysterious disappearance providing two-way traffic on lower of gravel from a privately-owned Daniel street near Bow street-alpit on Dodge avenue a)so drew so passed a first reading. This a!so considerable council d1scusslon, wlll be given a public hearmg but the matter was tabled pend- , Dec. 13. ing a check of city records. • • • • • • THE COUNCIL ,lelmd ,otlon CITY l\lANAGER Edward C. on a contract between the city and Peterson reported that the city John w. Durgin, Sr., a civil enapparently removed gravel from glneer for a city-wide sewer surproperty owned by the estate of vey a~thorized by the council sevthe late Charles F. Dodge of eral years ago. Dodge avenue. A proposal by Maurice E. Wit • Peterson supplied the names off mer planning board secretary, for two men-Alan Tab butt of Dodge 1 a p'ortsmouth Housing authority, pct ili on was fil ed \\'ilh tic counc avenue and Fred M. Simmons was placed on me "until the steel I datm,d t o t mlll wilhi" " " " da,·, ailoc the ,tee• c""'t ,tmt, E,etec-who "'''"" on motion of Countlon . , . • they saw city-owned equ pmen a cllman Simes. Slmrs sa id hr \\'ant the pit in 1944 and 1945. th t · th )1 Witmer claimed the authority d ed·111the ti1 m (oi evemnt ind ation on t"il ~• rrro r s c Peterson reco1Rmended a e could provide housing for us8 ) D"''"' ll>e llwoe ""' ""e-h,,lf- th, A mo, 1,,," ,.,, ,"~ post, ':'' ~ elty pay the Dodge .,t,t, $75p foe t,1,1 wockec,, but his propooal wu the gravel. His proposal was op- lost in a tide of council laughter t h Supr ri or ro11rt dcr1s1on °' erru!Jn g \ h our mr r ling, the co un cil ;tlso \'Otcu a $ 500 ap pro pr inlio n for e th r ro11 nr il 's :irlion. " , . _ · posed by Jllrs. Dondero, who said when Simes said: · Chamhcr of Commcrrc Chrislm,1s Rein hart said he wou lcl cei_la_m trucks of two private construction • • • lig htin g dis play, consid r rcrl .sc,·cr- Jy wel come" a hi gh court opinion firms "have been up there, too." "A STEEL MILL is the only inal co11111111ni cn li ons fr om t he1 pla n- ,;to cl ear this thin g up." Ile prom• • • dustry likely to come here and I'm nin g board and nu merous oul ine isej to sponsor an ame nd ment t~ IN OTHER ACTION, the council sure It ~:on't." · . th items. the "beano" law \\'h en5 r ne\ denied a pctlllon from the ColeThe council granted a request • + • legislati ve sess ion open , Rrinh ~~- man 011 company for permission to from the Rev. Alma Diggs, pastor THE ROLi, <; ,\Lr, ,·ntr on said the amendmrnt would_ ~lar operate a filling station at the cor- \ of the Church of God In Christ, to "dlbeano" for aexist r ecount en sim ner of Elwyn and Lafayette roads .. conduct "open air',' services but .5cusslonclimaxed of Citynearly Solicitan or hour's Rein- vide situations in the wh futur~. Over the objecti ons of Coun cilhart's contention that the city char- mrn Dond ero and Simes, t he city Rejection of the petition came stipulated that the services be prote1· and "beano" J,1w do not pro - coun"il appropriated one-h alf o( a vicle for a recount and that th e ' I t the after the council accepted a letter I hiblted from public streets. from the planning board I~ which council has "no lci?al basis" to au- requested $1 .000 d?nal on o thorize a rclahuln tlon. Chamhcr of Commerce Christmas the board expressed opposition to extension of the commercial area "Whether we're for or ag,1in~t • program. • • • brnno nrn kr , no <itrfrr<'nrc. 'I'hrre d th beyond and the Lafayette southeastroads. corner or Elwyn nrt' no prov t~lnn, In the Iii'".,"' I11..c- I1 !\IRS. DONDERO clalme •• toe allow us to ordrr R recount, flcrnChamber hns "quite a nerve . Walter Harvey, representative of 11. i\ #6 hart told the coundl. seek the appropriation. She added the company, '!poke In behalf of the petition and said his firm deLhat the Chamber "expects too Rclnh arl's st alr111 r nt wa<; ll C· much from the city" and asks city cided to construct a filling statl?n Portsmouth's 1950 city councilccpled by nil coundlmcn excep,t It Ill ring on the proposed site In view of composed of seven Incumbents and John J. Leary and J\1 rs. JI ",ary C· assistance "only when wt ,, two ne,v members-will be lnautheSimes Chamber's reg_1s er. de- other commercial buildings In the Dondero. Leary argued ti ta t a recited cash "staggermg" area. tt gurated at 10 am Moljlday at city count should be authorized beca use mands for relief from needy fa~Lowell D. Nichols of Laf?ye e hall. . of the "democratic principle_ ini11·es and argued that the council road, owner of property adJac~nt Sworn in for second terms will Vo lved" and Mrs. Dondero cl a1mccl t s to the proposed filling station site, / be Cecil M. Neal, Richman s. that "when one-half the pcop 1e s h ou Id not "spend "the axpayer objected to the petition "because ~ Margeson, Roland I. Noyes, Lester 1 Id on money on frivolity . want something we s iou ~ "Without a doubt the lights give filling station will ruin the area. R. Whitaker, Thomas H. Simes, sider ·when it's as de1 1· gl1t. But it seems to me the close asit-especially the 'beano' votes • • • John J . Leary and Frank E. Paterwer e." , t t EARLIER, the council passed for son. Thomas F. Mullen, Sr., and decorations do not fill emp Y s oma first reading an ordinance chang- Theodore R. Butler 8Jle new memF I achs," Simes snld. CITY CLERK Eileen D. o C'Y Councllmen Paterson and Noyes lng Lafayette rond property owned bers. reported that out of a total of 5,293 challenged arguments by Simes by Harry E. Yoken from a single 'The councll will elect a mayor votes cast In the November elecd Dondero. They both malntainesldence to a commercial zone, / at the first regular meeting of the tlon 2 339 were opposed to legallthat the city "as a whole" bene- ~lnal approval of the ordinance I Year Thursday night. There were. zali~n 'or "beano" and 2,321 were fits from the display. would pave the way for construe- reports in city hall today that eith~r in favor. • • • tlon of a projected drive-in theater. Mullen or Butler may be elected if , 1 Arter Councilman Thomas ~NOYES RECALLED that ChristRobert E. Fite, whose . home Is Mayor Neal does not seek reelec-J Simes said "beano" proponents will mas decorations were paid for by next to the proposed auto site, ob- tiou. require an addltlonnl "300 or more the city in the past "especially jected to the council's action. votes" for a rnajorlty of all those when we had those Christmas trees The proposed ordinance will be l· cast Councilman Lester R. Whltastuck in buckets on poles." given a public hearing at 8 pm ker 'anld, " l don 't call th at very Paterson added: Dec. 13. close." I l • .. =~ I I New C1'ty Counc1··1 /Meets Monday �Confusion ApprovCII vf Filling 1)~tation Councllman Dondero was In favor of the petition, but Peterson and Councilman Simes strongly objected and the council finally turned it down after Simes had proposed giving Brackett permission to sell trees in front of the Elks home and in the traffic circle in Market square. ••• SIMES SAID, "I am just as interested in the North Parish and its congregation as the devil is in holy water" but based his opposition on principle, saying he would not favor commercial permits " by any meeting-house." Peterson objected, saying that city property should not be used ! for commercial purposes. Another motion that Brackett be permitted to sell the trees on the sidewalk ncn1· the Community Cl!nte1· failed to puss the council. - - - - -- 10 Planning Board · . ~ Approves Two. $ ,..., Rezoning Petitions .1 1 The Portsmouth planning boar d las~ _ni?h t ~pproved two rezoning pel1t1?ns ~ft cr holding two separate six-minute h earin gs on the proposals in the city council chamber. One petition-fil ed by owners of lh e Howard Johnson restaurantw ill c·hange a lot of land on the so uth eastern s ide of 1he Interstate highway from a ge neral residential to a commer cial zone and thus ennhl e trnnsfor of th e r estaura nt from ll s prcsc•nt ~lie lo the. new luent1on. The city council was squarely confronted with the confused status of the zoning ordinances last night when a petition from the Coleman Oil company to store and sell petroleum products came before the city's lawmakers. The petition, calling for the construction of a filling station at ElWytl road and the Lafayette highway, was rejected Dec. 1 by the council after the planning board had recommended Its denial. Last night, however, the council was told by Atty, Oscar Neukom that, according to the Panarese case, there arc no zoning ordinances In effect for the area in question and that the planning board had no right to deliver an opinion on the subject. • • * After lengthy discussion, .thelf THE SECOND PE'l'ITION-Clled HE SAID he has two recently council ordered City Solicitor Arby Townsend Byrne-calls for re- , built homes close to the site. He thur J, Reinhart to search the city j class ifying_ the 848 Islington street added he "will take a beating" on ordinances to see if the land is le1 area fr om a general residential to them when he sells them. gally zoned, a com mercial area. The confusion in councilmen's _The ~ity c~uncil now must apNeukom pointed out that the minds was evident when after all petition asked for permission to this discussion Councilman Lester ~ CONCORD, Dec. 19 (AP)-"Out prove city ordinances governing the sell gasoline, not to have the land R. Whitaker asked, "Is it zoned or of the cells" for Christmas was the areas before the revisions can be rezoned. hope of one or two state prison in- completed. ls it not?" The pl annin g board la ter peard mates as Gov. Sherman Adams toCouncilman Mary C, Dondero Councilman Frank E. Paterson insisted the land had been prop- then made a motion to have the day announced a special executive a proposa l from S. Gordon Task , erly zoned during her term as planning board rule on the exact council session Wednesday to con- local contractor, that land from mayor, but City Manager Ed- status of zoning in the area. Simes sider pardons. 848 Islin gton street to the InterThe custom of granting Christ- state hi ghway be cl assified as a ward C, Peterson said he believed said it was a matler for the city sothe planning board Itself did not licitor and a motion was passed to mas pardons has lapsed for some commer cial zo ne. Howeve r, t he consider the land zoned. Neukom have Reinhart check city records years in New Hampshire but Adams pl ann ing board took no definite insisted that the Panarese case to see if zoning ordinances were in announced last week ii Atty, Gen. action and suggested t hat Task file establfshes that no zoning ex.Jsts effect for the disputed land. j William H. Phinney had some his petition wi t h th e city council. there. recommendations to make for par• • * * * * IN ANO.TIIER matter referring dons the council would take them MR. TASK and George Frost, up. BOCKINGHAM COUNTY Su- to zoning, the council passed the ,vho own property near 848 IslingThe governor's office said It has ton street, both seek re-class!ficaperior court ruled last April that second and third readings of an a charge against the Panarese ordinance rezoning land at Pever- not yet been determined whether tion of th e area from a ge ne ra l resbrothers . for operating a junk ly Hill road and the Lafayette the executive group would act at idenlic.i l to a commer cial zone. yard on Lafayette road in a resi- highway-but not until a heated the Wednesday session on confirAtt y. Osca r Neuk om r epresented mation proceedings for a new state the Howard Johnson restaurant dential zone be dismissed because public hearing had been held. of lack of evidence. firm at the first hearin g during Sole objector was Robert Fite, prison warden. Prison board trustees have for- which no oppos ition was voiced . During that trial it. was claimed an abuttor to the land on which warded the name of Parker L. Han- [ The plan nin g hoard held executhat the zoning map now In effect dates back to 1939, and does not an outdoor motion picture" theater cock, 37, of Concord for the $5,000 tive sess ions after the two br ief per year post. One of their previ- 1 hearing . Include any land on Lafayette will be consti-ucted. Fite said he could see no advanous nominees had been rejected road beyond the junction -of the tage to the city to having a "bill- by the council, a second withdrew i l Interstate highway and Lafayette board and parking lot" established lwlth the complaint "political ; highway, Councilman, Thomas H . ., Simes 1 there. strings" were attached to the job. * • • said the planning board "had done Present Warden Charles B. O·'l-~ ms CIIIEF objection was that Clarke wishes to retire after nearsomething that was none of its business" when It recommended the theater would create "a traffic ly a half century in state governMrs. llilda Hundl ey of 62 Porthe land not be used for the sale hazard." Lawrence Lasky, a repl'e- ' ment service. Almost 30 of those poise way today announced h er -sentatlve of E, M. Loew incorpor- years he has spent in his present of gasoline, r esignation from the Portsmouth , ated, th1;ater owners, said that his capacity, pl annin g board . LOWELL D. NICHOLS of Lafay- company "operates outdoor theal\1 rs. Hundl ey has served on the ette road, who said he ls the only ters on roads all over the country boill'd fo r at least two yea rs. home owner within 300 feet of that make this · one (Lafayette City Ma nage r Edward C. Peterthe site, told the cQuncil that pre- highway) look like a little country son sa id he will name a successor road," llminlll'Y work of cutting down the as soon as poss ible. 1 He assured the council that the trqes l at tllat •loca~to~ . hjld made company "would not think" of es.it "look like hell." .. . , City Manager Edward C. PeterTelling tbe· councllil'e'Was speak- tablishing a th eater in a spot where son announced Saturday that Portsit might create · dangerous traffic ing for• th~. residents of Elwyn mouth has received $1,778 in state park. Nichols declared • that "If conditions. aid for town roads and will receive Adequa~e police supervision will the c'.lty wants to make lt (Lafay• an additional $2,322 later._l1- ('l.. ette highway) a gasoline alley, then / be provided if necessary, Lasky said. there ill nothing I can do about it. I do . not have enough money to •. • • fight 1t through ·the courts," he FITE ARGUED strenuously that th e hazard would be serious, but added in a tone of resignation. Another objector, John R. Golter, th e council adopted the ordinance uid he never would have develop- without debate. ed, Elwyn pai:k if he had "thoug~t A petition by Ray C. Brackett to for a moment" that'the ,area -would Christmas trees in the alley by .become commercial. e Nor th Parish was denied-but . •----~-----..._......_ not until the question had been thoroughly aired, I Council to Stud;i'l Christmas Pardons I I • • • Hundley Resigns Planning Post ••• IPortsmouth Gets State Road Aid l:~n -- -- - --~ �/Council~ '49 _CiOse~u.t SeCl_l~d With ·Exchange ~·.,.Of ~is_~~s:· Portsmouth's49 finalt city council meeting of 19 laS night e nd cd 3 11nd in a flourishafter of kisses, flower handshakes a routine session devoted mainly to considerntlon of a contract for a city-wide sewer survey by John W. Durgin, ~r., a clvll engineer. The unusual display of fellow-I ship was in honor of l\lrs. J\Jary C. Dondero, only Itretiring member of thethecouncil. came She"avoiding" charged that Durgin "for has been the contract a long, Jong time" and she accused him of "looking out for your own lntcrest!! a nd not the city's." Durgin explained that under tf\e 1947 contract, the city has no funds to pay for the sewer study. His contention was supported by • • City Manager• Peterson. AFTER MRS. DONDERO de- clared DurginDurgin "realized what an hour-Jong discussion of ~ - he was that signing," claimed new contract for the sewer project / that he was not aware of the dlfWhich was started two years ago ference In pl11ns outllned In the by Durgin. / contract and the application. Shortly after the council referDurgin said he did not see the red the contract to City l\1an11ger application untJJ several months Edward C. Peterson for lnvestlga- 1' after he had signed the contract lion, Councllman Thomas H. Simes with the city, This provoked a paid tribute to Mrs. Dondero and healed reply by I\trs. Dondero that other members of the council 11nd Durgin was "pretending to be an then presented her Wlth n large/ Innocent victim." bouquet of roses. "A contract ls a contract and • • • he should abide by It. There's no BEFORE PRESEN'fl~G the fare- need for a new contract when the Well token Jn behalf of the council, one we have Is sufficient," Mrs. Simes recalled , "'V slated. • e h 11ve bo ftten dis- Dondero Sh agreed during the e added: Year u more .. ~ D olten we have agreed " n 1r. urgln has taken-izood care Then came the handshnkes. But' of Mr. Durgin and not the city," as Simes prepared to leave the ~eterson Interceded at this counclJ chamber Mrs D d point and advised Mrs. Dondero beckoned "Oh J~dge .. · donl erto that Durgin "should not be atan P an - tacked ·" ed a light• kiss• on his· cheek. 1after 1 I I I I Simes reacted With a flustered/ • • • blush and discarded his customary • • • courUlness as he threw his arm~ "I BROUGHT the matter up myaround Mrs, Dondero and reself for the good of the city, If we don't have a new contract we must turned the buss. The Clther coun- pay the government $2,600 whlrh · cllmen and spectators tillered In we have already drawn," Peterson amusement. said. • • • MRS. DONDF.RO's response to the gesture was: "I never would have expected It." Earller, Mrs. Dondero vigorousI ly opposed a proposal by City M;inI ager Peterson that a 1947 contract between the city and Durgin be nulJlffed by a new agreement "so the city can obtain federal funds for the p10ject." Durgin and Peterson explain!'d \ that the city applied for federal funds In 1945 and that Durgin signed a contract for the sewer survey In 1947. They claimed thnt I hr l!l47 contract !nllcd to meet .c:pcclficallons outlined In the dty's application on Cllc with the IZ0\'l'rnmcnt. 'fhl'y .c:ald that as a result of the difference, the 1rnvernmrnt may refuse to allocate $5,340 for the sw·vey. • • • DURGIN SAIi) a new C'onlract based on the 1947 npplicntlon for federal aid-would 11lluw 1hr government to pay the mone.v to the city, which ln turn would pay It to Durgin. However, J\lrs. Dondero argued that the &ove1·nment lrns not refused to allocate the money to the city "and we should make Mr. Durgin abide by the original contract." Durgin said he Is "wlllln1<" to abide by the origln11l contrnct but added, "If we go ahead ,~Ith the work under that agrl'ement the I city won't receive federal funds." Simes studied the 1947 contr;irt and informed Durgin that "b.v this agreement you are damnl'dably stuck" because he s.ild the cil,v was oblic:cd to p;iy Dur1<ln onl,v what funds were allocated by the government. / Task's Long Fight Silen_cerP~e~aif~~ 16 At Board . . Hearin l<o For RezoniJf\von On Task Rezoning S. Gordon Taslc, local contractor, has finally won what he went after two years ago-the city's permission to erect 32 two -family hou~es ln the Westfield park section of! Spinney road. Task's battle for rezoning of the w~ tfield park area-wagi:d before the planning boara; c!ty councll and I Rockingham County Superior court -ended last night when the councJJ approved ht-, petition. Task today said his plans for construction ot the housing project have been further delayed by federal housing legislation but that he "hope.," to start bullcilng "by this fall." A Portsmouth contractor's two:. year flg,ht for the rezoning of the Westfield pa.rk area, Spinney road, tnto a. genera.I remdence dist.net 11 once more 1n the hands of the planning boa.rd for study, , s. Gordon Task's petltdon for the rezoning was unopposed a.t a publlo hearing held Jast night by the planning board In city hall. I • • • THE CONTRACTOR declfned to elaborate on his construction plaris pending the outcome of housing legislation now before Congress. He did say, however, that his ho!Uies will be built for rental. Task took credit for council adoption of an ordinance which gives the city power to determine the type of dweUlngs that may be erec- I ted In a general residence zone. "If I hadn't pressed my plans, !,he 'council would not have lmproved local housing ordinances," Task claimed, adding: "I was the gulnen, pig. I was the guy who paid the freight so that the ordinance& could be cleared up." I • • • TASK SAID he hnd been told by former Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas L. Marble or Concord, who acted as master during a hearIng several months ago on Task's petition, that "the old ordinances were not worth the paper they were printed on." "If we don't receive any money, we won't have to pay Mr. Durgin, yet he must carry out his end of the bargain," Simes said. Mrs. Dondero objected to the The council later went into re- matrons' salary ordinance, claimcess to make several changes in ing the pay ls "to small for the. lhe prnposed contract and after it work the women do." She was the resumed discussion the matter was only one to voice opposition in a referred to Peterson with Instruc- roll call vote. tions to communicate government : In other business, the council: representatives for clarification. I Referred to Peterson and City Mrs. Dor.dero excused herself ' Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart a refrom voting. ' quest for a street light on Aldrich • • • court. TWO ORDINANCES estabApproved a request from the lishing salaries of municipal ma- YMCA for use of the Community trons, janitors and library clerks- / Center. passed third and final readings. Adopted Councllman Simes' moUnder the ordinances, matrons tion that it deny a request from the wlll receive a $1,000 minimum Portsmouth high school senior class and $1,325 maximum; janitors, $800, for an advertisement in the annual to $2,625; and library clerks, $775 , class book. to $1,000. These are on an annual I Simes remarked, "The Portamouth basis. Herald gives u, publicity enoughand it's free of cost." • • • NONE OF the handful of spec- tators spoke either for or again.st the petition and the board went into executive session to consider Talsk'• request. Its recommendation 13 expected to go to the city council at tomorrow night's meeting. When John W. Durgin, Sr., di!quallfled himsel fto sit on the question as a cllent or Task's, he turned the meeting over to City Manager Edward c. Peterson. Peterson called on supporters of the petition to speak up 1n its favor, but there was no response. Although Mr. and Mrs. Task were present, they remained silent. I • • • PETERSON THEN called for opponents of t'he petition and again there was silence. The board then took the matter into private session. A letter from Townsend Byrne requesting the board to rezone his house at 848 Islington street from residential to commercfn,l was aJso referred to the executive session. 3 Agencies Meet Here This Week !I'\, Meetings of three municipal boards will be held this week. The planning board will hold a public hearing at 7:30 tonight in the city council chamber on the Petition of David Kushlous of State street for rezoning of the Burkitt street-Interstate Highway area from a residential to a commercial zone. The board of education wlll meet at 7:30 pm tomorrow in the office of School Supt. RaYmond r. Beal. Chief topic of dlscusslon will be the recent resignation of Truant Officer Richard D, l\fcDonou~h. The city council will meet at 7 pm Thursday night for a special session. Considerable discussion is expected to center on the finan- l cia1 condition of the water department. 5421 �~tanning Board .·Advises ZOl'lirig ·P~ocedurt Change . Zoning procedure in Portsmouth r' ' will be changed, If a plannln·g procedure w:i.s prol)O$ed o the · planning board board recommendation ls carried I fast night by City Manager Edward out by the city counril. 1 C, Peferson • who disclosed that Meeting at the Morley company severfl businel!a.eS are operating last night, the bonrd quickly apillegally in residential areas be- prove«! a revised pro<.'~dure offered cause past, city councils .failed to \ by City -Manager Ed\vard C. Pcter- 1 properly, approve zoning ordi- son, and referred it to the council for adoption . nance~. , . iPeterson explaiped tnat when THE NEW PROCEDURE calls former planning boards recommended revisions , In zoning . ordi- foe- a petition on zoning to be subnances the councils merely accept- mitted first to the l'lty council, • e~ the recommendation but nev- which will in turn refer It to the planning board. er took proper steps to enact the The next step wlll be for the changes into law. board to set a date for a public FORMER MAYOR Mary· C. Don~ hearing, with at least 15 days addero. appeared before the planning vance notice. All parties within 'board and· defended zoning actions 300 feet of the area In question dqripg her administration and will also be notified of the proposed maintained that all zoning ordi- change. The board, after holding the nances were passed properly. Under ,Peterson's plan zoning earing and acting on the petition, petitions would be presented to the will report back to the council with city council which In turn would a recommendation. The council refer them to the planning board. will then make up the petition The planning board would set dates into ordinance form for Its first for hearings publish notices at reading. Another public hearing least 15 days before hearings, ;nd will be held, with at least seven also notify interested parties with- days advance notice, then the secin 300 feet of the area to be zoned. ond and third readings held and After. public hearlngs, the plan- the petition enacted as an ordi- I ning· boa:rd would report back to nance. the council and then the council The board set Nov. 14 as the date , would set up the report in or- for public hearings in the council dinance form for a first reading. chambers at city hall on petitions Then the council would set a hear- by Harry Yoken and Ira Coleman. ing ai least seven days later and Yoken's petition is to rezone tl)en pass for ·second and third land on the Lafayette highway and readings, Peverly Hill road to a commercial Peterson said today that he ex- zone, while Coleman's petition is pects the planning board to accept for permission to sell petroleum his proposal at a meeting at 7:30 products at the corner of the Lafayette highway and Elwyn road. pm Monday night. A. new Zonln~ • •• Elwyn Park Gro~ftr Hits Zone Changes . . Strong opposition was voiced last night to two proposed changes in the zoning ordinances at a public hearing conducted by the planning board in city hall. Home owners objected to a petition seeking to change a plot of land at Peverly Hill and Lafayette roads from residential to commercial and to a plot at Elwyn and Lafayette roads which would be rezoned from residential to commercial. The first petition, submitted by~ has been undeveloped for as long Harry Yoken, involves the proposed as I can remember-probably 22 erection of a shopping center and I years ." He went on to explain that outdoor movte· theater, while the "progress necessitates commerce second petition would result In the going outside the city where there construction of a fllllng station, ls room." on which work has already begun. • The hearing on Yoken's petition The Yoken petition had only one found only one resident speaking objector, but several persons pro- against it. 1 tested the Coleman company reRobert Fite of Lafayette road, quest for the filling station. an abutlor to the land under con- 1 • * * sideration, said, "A shopping cenJOHN R. GOLTER, who told the ter is OK by me, but an amuseth board he had built $500,000 wor ment center is another matter." He of homes in Elwyn Park, said th e said he hnd gone to considerable filling station would be "a detri- expense to build a home, knowing I ment to the whole Elwyn Park de- it to be in a residential area, and velopment." He added th at he was opposed lo having amusement knowa of. two. homes that would de- activity next to his properly. preclate in: value If the petition Is 1 granted. , . . · , Favoring the petiUon were ~o~is Lowell D. Nichols of Elwyn Grossman and Charles J. Gnftm, Park said the problem :was one of attorney !or Yokcn. whether "the city wants filling • • • stations or homes." GRIFl<'IN EXPLAINED the en"Why should we," he asked, "be tire development is planned to be robbed after building our' homes In of colonial design, set back from good faith, knowing the land to Lafayette road the same distance be zoned for residential purposes?" as Yoken's restaurant now is. Edward T. Burnham, also of ElIn reply to a question by l\Iaurice The hearings will begin at 7:45 \ wyn Park, said he felt he was E. Wilmer, board secretary, Griffin THE BOARD SCHEDULED two _ speaking tor many residents there, said the buildings would be built pm. public hearirrgs for Nov. 14 in the and stated, "The park feels any ex- , lo specifications of the commercial * • * , council chambers. One hearing ONE OTHER MATTER was ceptfons to zoning rules in the zoning regulations. will be on a proposal to rezone the , The two hearings were comquickly disposed of when the board area would be bad." . • • • pleled less than an hour and a entire area in the vicinity of Haragreed to ask for the same apry E. Yoken's restaurant on LaJ. P. SCHNITZER contended half, after wl)lch the board went propriation from the city council fayette road. His land was among for 1950 as it received this year- that · Lafayette road now constl- into executive session to prepare those reportedly not properly retutes a "natural dividing line be- ·its recommendations to the city namely, $2,000. zoned by a former city council This routine business was cleared tween residential and commercial council. and the planning board intends to City Manager Edward C. Peteraway with no debate, but the zones, and should be kept." Although the opposition came son presided In the absence ol include Yoken's proposed driveboard became stymied over the in theater, his restaurant and a question of what to do about a fill- from home owners in the Elwyn Chairman John W. Durgin. filling station on the southern side Ing station that ls being erected Park area, some support for the of his eating establishment, in the at the corner of Peverly Hill road petition also came from residents. Mrs. Emily Crook, Louis Grossrevision. and the Lafayette highway. The board will also consider a , The Sun Oil company had ap- man, Roger Coleman and Mrs. petition for revision of a lot near parently agreed to make the sta- Eleanor Coleman all said they beO~ the corner of Lafayette and Elwyn tion of "fireproof construction," lieve the station will bring "much roads from a residential to a combut Peterson had discovered sev- needed" lights to the area. The mercial area to enable construceral weeks ago that the buildin~. lights, they added, would reduce tion of a filling station. now ahrlost finished, is not com- the number of auto accidents at Public Works Supt. Nat S . .The iboard dec;ided to re-consider I pletely fireproof. that spot. , ' Stevens today si,ld the Pleasant all zoning change petitions, imMrs. Edward Burnham, directing street repair project Is nearing properly passed by past councils, THE INTERIOR, Peterson ex- 1 her remarks to City Manager Edcompletion and the surface will be when the board's new zoning map plained, Is of fireproof construc- ward C. Peterson, wanted to know paved earlf next week. is completed. tion, but the outside of wood. U it was necessary to have a filling Stevens also said highway deBoard members were unanimous station in order to get the needed partment employes will start work in expres&lng fear that permitting , lights. on Pleasant street sidewalks next one un-flreproofed station to be week. erected might lead to trouble over ATTY. OSCAR NEUKOM, repother proposed atations. resenting the Coleman company, It was finally decided to refer told the board the land In question the matter to Petenon, who Is ex(Please turn to page three) pected to take steps to see that the 1t{ltlon is made of fireproof construction. • • • • • • Pleasant Street Job Nearly Done I - ----- • • • �By• Pass ReSidents Hit //'Visi!in! HourS' ~~J F.11 • S . 1\-\ 'N . , At City s Dump ~ I Ing I tat 10n u Isa nee The Portsmouth planning board had its own rules cited to It last 1night as a reason why a petition to rezone an area on the Interstate by- Pass should not be approved. George A. Gelinas of 589 Den, nett street, an abutter on land owned by Francis K. Leith between Stark and Whipple streets contended the board could not legally hold a hearing on Leilh's petition because Leith had not obtained signatures of 50% of the property holders within a 300-foot radius. To back up his point, Gelinhs quoted from the board's rules for procedure in presenting petitions to the board. Gelinas was one of two persons appearing hefore the board to object to Leith being allowed a rezoning of his property from residential to commercial, for the purpose of building a gas station. • • • - - - - - - - - - - - -Witmer said that the petitions wlll be acted upon at a meeting "later this month" after additional information has been obtained. However, the board acted on the petition of the Coleman Oil com- ----pany which a ked that land at the Junctlon of Elwyn and Lafayette roads be rezoned from residential to commercial. Its recommendation has been fonvarded to the city council, Witmer said. ---------r- Harding Named f'l To Planning Board ~ ~~---.\,....3 Hotel Parkers Ole, 1t>· Face Crackdown Clty Ma.r&haJ William J, Linchey Th.,rnlJI ~· ..,,,111,g houn" ., told James B. BmJtc, owner or the the municipal dump Nat fromS.now on, Roclcingham hotel, th.ta mornmg Publlc Works Supt. Stevens flhat a.ny more cars found parked Jn announced today. front of the hotel on State atzreet The dump wlll be open to publJc after 2 am will be towed to the use from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm MonP<>liee station at the owner's exday through Friday and from 7:30 pense. · am to noon Saturday. Llnooey•s action came after a After those hours the entrance resident of State street called hJ& to the dump will be chained and home at 4:45 this mornJng to report locked and anyone found there afthat there were eight untagged cara ter hours will be considered a tresparked by the hotel. passer, Stevens said. The ma.rsha1 ca.!led the st&t!on The new hours will go Into efand ordered the cars tagged. feet Sept. 14. Stevens said they Will Llnchey added that his tow-away be established so that dumping can edict will apply to cars Parked Jn be directed by a street department the downtown business area, da,Jg. worker. nated by him In a recent regulation, "We can't control dumping unless we have a man 1tationed there and we can't keep one there at night so it wlll have to be done during the day and not after supper from now on," Stevens plained. City Marshal William J. Linchey's edict that all-night parkers in th e downtown area will have their cars towed to the P<>lice station struck two out-of-state Judges Ia.st . night. --- Judges Run Af~I ex-1 Of Parking Rules ~ I THE OTHER SPEAKER was Harry . Harding of 356 IslingArthur G. Thomlts of 571 Dennett ton street, a retired sales enl(ineer. street who argued that It would has been appointed a planning be "unjust" to grant Leith's peli- bonrd mrmhrr lo ~ll<'C<'Nl l\Trs. tion and "Injure" property holders Hilda Bundley, City Manager Edin the area. ward C. Peterson announced today. Llnchey reported flhat the two He contended that a filling staMr, Harding was born In Clinton, victims, Jessie L. Rendner of Clay. tlon would be a nuisance from the !\Jass., Oct. 31, 1880, and was graton, Mo., and Samuel H. Copen of point of view of fumes, danger to duated from Clinton high school i Sarasota, Fla., both staying at t.he youngsters and noise. In 1898 ond Worcester Polytechnic , Rockingham hotel and both claun. Filling of the new municipal • Ing-_ th ey Were Judges, recovered Thomlts said that he had built fnslilutc in 1903. He was employparking lot at the inte1·sect1on of their cars this morntng after payfng his home with his own hands "af- ed by a Claremont machinery Junkins 11nd Parrntt avenues ls the $5 towJng- cha.rge. I . ter assurances years ago" that ft company for five years before aene11~ing completion, Public Works was being built In a residential cepting employment wJth the NorSupt. Nat S. Stevens reported tozone. ton company of Worcester, Mass., day. ' Leith was represented In the in l 90!l. Street department workmen are presentation of his petition by He scrvrd as the Worcester cornpreparing to spread a gravel base Atty, WIiliam F. Harrlngton, Jr. pnny's representative In Europe for over the area which will accommoHe argued that lt "ls only just"' 26 years and retired In 1946. He date at least 170 cars. that Leith should be allowed to also worked ln New England, EastStevens said it wlil take about realize on his property through ern Pennsylvania, New York state four days to spread the gravel and sale to a commercial concern, be- ind Washington at various interthen the parking lot wlll be Open cause "that ls the only use which Vais. City Marshal WillJam Lfnchey lo the public. sald today he may revise traffic can be made of It," and the board Ile has maintained a residence llght, in the business section of has approved the construction of in Portsmouth since 1907 although 1 A TAR SURFACE will not be the city to benefit Pedestrians. other stations along the road. his work took him to foreign coun-/ placed until sometime next spring • • • tries. He Is married to the f01·mer , "~e need a red and Yellow to allow the gravel base lo become HARRINGTON submuted aerial Irma Wells of Portsmouth and ls Walk light so People can cross the , . compact. C:irs Will be allowed to photographs and maps to support a member of lhc Warwick club. busy ltiter~ectlons at Vaughan and park there before the tar is his contention that the property Congress streets and at Pleasant . spread, Stevens said. holders in the area would not be and State str~ebi," the marshal l\Ieanwhile, Stevens said he ls explained. Injured by allowing the land to be studying the Pleasant street repair commercialized. Q "the Present traffic llghts disHowever, he acknowledged that 4 project to determine a final esti- play a Yellow light that does not mate. Stevens indicated that the a petition had not been circularized city may have $597 on the pro- allow Pedestrians time to CC<>!s In among the adjacent owners and 1ject. safety," Linchey added. described the Leith land as in a The John II. lafolla ConsfrucThe John Iafolla company bid The marshal said he Would con- ' "countrifled" section. lion company WIii start work Mon- $21,745, based on unit prices and sult the company that instauetl Harrlngton said that the "first day morning on the Pleasant street the actual cost was $21,148. the lights to see if the change can thlng" any purchaser of the prop- repair project, Public Works Supt. Stevens also announced that wa- use. be made in the system now In erty would have to do would be Nat S. Stevens sald today, le. lines have been extended to the the construction of a fence lo preStevens said traffic along Pleas- Mercury plant and the C. H. vent access to the by-pass from ant street wm not b II d f Sprague and Son company off Gos"Portsmouth proper." e a owe rom ling road. st After concluding the hea1·ing, Marc~ reet to the intersection of the board went Into executive Washington, Howard and Pleasant after 8 works am Monday. session to consider a possible rec- streets The public department City Parking lot May Be Ready '1,J To Use in 4 Days Linchey Seeks s.t T~ Change lights, Ard Pedestrians 1 J.' • • • Is treet Projects, I Begins Monday I --. . . ! ommendalion to the council bot_h head said traffic will be limited to th on the Leith petition anr! e ncti- residents of the area untll the protlon of George P. Frost who askrd ject is com leted. for the rezoning of his land at the P northeast corner of Aldrich ro:id and Islington street from residentlal to commercial. • •to •reports. the board did not take action on the Leith and Frost petitions last night, according to Maurlce E. Wilmer, board secretary, -CONTRARY I �. ',ft · g re Or k rs Denounce e· 0-\ 1.,_ .· Police Dilpartllient Mij~ire -Woman·For Clerical Work \ f (nv Cht;lrge, Blame Hotel Two more out-of-state motorists said an angry-and permanent-farewell to Portsmouth today after they were "caught In the middle" of the all-night parking dilemma. involving the city and the Rockingham hotel, • .The two visitors were overnight guests at the hotel last night who awoke this morning , to find that their cars had · I been Impounded at the police station for violation of the ordlnanc~ against al I-night parking. , , Each was presentecl with a $5 towing charge upon npi-ea.rln: at police headquarters to reclaim the Impounded cars. And both were blttel'ly Incensed over the experience. Llke the two guests who had undergone a similar Inconvenience yeate;day, William J. Capuno ,Roxbury, Mass., and Oheater O. Balley of Cos Cob, Conn., avowed that they were "through with Portsmouth for rood" as they criticized the allered failure of the hotel ma.narem,ent to Inform them_of the. of parking penalty Ull1'Y" action Bailey carried to the edltorl~J or and the "a.rblpolice. his protest Inoffices of The Portsmouth Herald, He complained that "this thing smells like a racket to me" and insisted he had not been told at the hotel that he could ilot park all night In the street as he had done on many previous visits here. "I have alway■ liked Portsmouth and have made It a point to ■top here while travellhg In this section:" he said, "But I'm . through with the town now. · It's •left a bad ta~te In my mouth." Although James B. Smith, owner of the Rockingham, maintained that "all" hotel guests were notified both verbally and by printed cards of the arklng regulation. Balley said a special inspection of his room·revealed no such notice. "And no one said a word to me about it," he claimed, Two retired Judges whose ears were towed away from the front of the hotel Wednesday night afso complained to police that they had not been acquainted with the regulations. They, too, threatenesJ to avoid Portsmouth In the future. · Capuzzo, the 1econd of last ', nlrht'a vfolaton, told police. ,this mornlnr when he calle11 for his car ihat he did not hold them responsible bot that "the hotel Is to blame for not aettlnr · me straight." Smith, on the other hand, said a large quantity of "parking notke" cards had been printed for the information of guests. One stack is "within four inches" of the hotel register, he said, and a card has been posted in each room. Balley said the cards were on the desk this morning but that he saw none when he "checked in" late yesterday afternoon. Meanwhile, City Marshal William J. Linchey said he has no desire to "enter a controversy" ' with the hotel management but took the position that "I've got laws to enforce and I have no choice about lt, regardless of who lt hurts." City Manager Edward C. Peterson co11tended that the problem does not Involve changing the ordinance. "The answer," he said, "Is providing adequate parking space. We're working on that now." He declined to discuss the matter In relation to the hotel. The wrath of one of the "offended" hotel guests was turned on garage owner John E. Seybolt this morrung. Seybolt, whose "w1,ecker" Is called by police to tow away the cars of violators, said he was accused of "running a racket" in conspiracy with the police and tl:\e hotel. "He (the visitor) was too mad to reason with," Seybolt explained, "so I got the blame for ii." HE SAID hls towing truck ls SPnt out on "orders" from the pollce and that he charges the car, owners at "an established rate." He pointed out that his garage regularly extends "pick-up and delivery" garaging service to hotel patrons "for a dollar." The police department's policy In dealing with all-night parking violators was explained by Marshal Linchey. He said that if the offenders refuse to pay the $5 charge for having their cars towed, they are arraigned in court and fined $10 If found guilty. Smith, who has waged vigorous objections to the all-night parking ban In front of his hotel, po.sect the question this morning "What would the city do without the Rockingham hotel?" • • • HE SAID the parking regulations are "driving away business and tourist trade at a time when It's badly needed." "I don't want any more consideration than the man who pays a $2 .tax bill," he insisted. Smith described his hotel as "a service" to the people of the city and said It Is unprofitable for him to keep the Rockingham in operation during the winter. . "I am not thinking of just the hotel," he added, "I'm thinking of every other business Institution In ~lty." ----- __ _ Under present rcgnlnllons, parkPortsmouth's police de'?ii~~ent Ing !or more than an hour between may have a woman clerk to handle midnight and 8 am Is forbidden its paper work within the next on State street from Middle to year, the police commission indiMarcy streets. • cated today as it approved several changes in the department's system of booking prisoners and reOTHER STREETS where allnight parking ls prohibited are Bow 1 cording complaints . street, Ch.ape! street, Church street, Commission members Orel A. Court street (from Pleasant to Dexter, J. Verne Wood and J. Paul Rogers streets on both sides), Court Griffin discussed the possibility o[ street (from Rogers to Middle hiring a woman clerk after acceptstreets north side), Deer street, Fleet ing recommendations by City Marstreet, High street, Illllngton street shal William J. Linchey that the (both sides from Middle to Brewster department adopt new booking and streets), Ladd street, Market street, complaint sheets. and Middle street (from Congress to However, the commissioners said Court streets). employment of a clerk will depend Also Pleasant street (from Maron the amount of clerical work the ket squnre to Court street), Porter department faces In the future. At street, Russell i;treet,, State street present most of the paper work is <from Middle to Marcy streets), handled by Sgt. Neil C. Bierce. Vaughan street (the north side from 1 Green street to Raynes avenue) THE COMMISSION also accept, Bridge street, Chcstn~t street, Con~ ed a recoQ1mendatlon by Marshal Linchey tllat officers assigned to ' gress street, Hanover street, Hill street, Mnulewooct avenue to the , cruisers nrnke out a report on all bridge, Market square, Prnhallow 1 complaints they Investigate. Tn the past all reports were handled by street, Raynes avenue, School street, officers on duly at the police s~Vaughan street (both sides to Green tion. street), and Sheafe street. The commission authorized Marshal Llnchey to complete arrangements for purchase of a new radioequipped cruiser. Members of the local department were given permission to attend Portsmouth's traffic lights, exthe annual policemen's ball Sept. cept those at the intersection of 19. State and Dover police will Fleet and Congress streets, have patrol Portsmouth during the ball. been changed to allow pedestrians Marshal Llnchey .also was given more time to cross streets, City permission to proceed wit~ plans Marshal William J. Linchey said to institute a 9 pm curfew for today. youngsters. The cul'few will go inIn some cases, Linchey said, the to effect tonight. traffic lights also were changed to Llnchey emphasized that the allow traffic to flow through intersections foster. curfow will not affect youngsters attending various• social affairs tl1 Llnchey said the word "walk" I will be painted on amber lights In the downtown area. But those who the future to remind pedestrians , linger on the sh✓eets after 9 pm that they can cross on such a sigwill be taken Into custody, Linchey nal. added. The city marshal said the move The next police commission was in the experimental stage and r j meeting will be Oct. 3. the changes will stay in effect if the test proves favorable. . '. . * * * 11 Traffic Lights -~ Chang'ed Here S 3 I I I WoQd Renamed~,!)> I Police Boarcf City to Enforce slo I ToVeteran Portsmouth police Children's Curfew ' commissioner, J. Verne Wood, I 1 Marshal William J. Llnchey announced today that all children under 16 years of age must begin observing the 9 pm curfew Tuesday night. Police will be under orders to bring in to the station all youngsters found on the loose and not accompanied by parents or guard- : !ans . The young night-hawks will be held at the station until called for by their parents, Linchey explained. Parents of children who continually violate the curfew will be brought into court, the marshal added. was reappointed yesterday to a three-year term on the local J>olice board. The :;1111ointment was announced by Gov. Sherman Adams and confirmed by the executive council. Wood was first appointed to the police commission on Sept. 1, 1037, and his reappointment yesterday starts him on his fifth consecutive term. The 60-year-old Wood, a funeral director, has been active In the political and business life of the city for many years. �· ___.- t,?-<Z, linchey Requests Pol ice 'Efficiency ,S'1 ift~' FBI Ai~ in Ru~nl~ Announced '-'·t,y Linchey· School for Pohce 1 • • I ~Guest Policemen' • T0 PafroI ( 1ty Dur·1ng Annua I 8OII local o~f1cer, ar_e tripping the light ,fantastic at their annual ball Cit M lodn/ sali;;s~al ~\lliam J. Linchey ! ' . wo -oncord officers, o~r stale troopers. and two uni- , fot.i~ed special policemen will be , 011 uty here from 8 pm to 1 am. Linchey explained that all but the two Concord officers are "very famlllnr" with Portsmouth police methods nnd city streets. Pol ice May Get New Crui~er b• 7 By Next Week The Portsmouth police deparlment may ha ve a new cruiser by next ll'rek, Clfy l\111rslrnl William ,T. Llnrhry today announrrrl durlt1g a rr11:ul:1r monthly mrrling of · th r pollr<' c·onnnission in his offlre Llnrhry sold. holl'eV<'I'. that lh~ rrul,;cr will not he equipped with a radio ~or two months because of a c1,rlay 111 acquiring radio facilities. hr nrw rruis<'r will mnke three Sll<'h vchk_les In the department. The rru1srr Is bring purchased from Seyholt l\lotors at :i cost of SJ ,614. The Taccetta Chevrolet ro~pany h:icl bid $1.792 ;ind the G1 nre g:ir:ige at Kittery had bid $1.8~6 for the new car. Lmchcy :ilso reported that a survey Is ne:iring completion on the conclillon of downtown trnff' light~. II<' snicl 11 trnffic light e:pe:-~ Is schedulrcl to report to Linchev, City Mnnngcr Eclw:ird C. Petrrs~n / nnd other cily officials sometime this week. Linchey Is attempting to change the timing of the lights to allow pedestrians more lime lo cross busy Intersections. I "Jf nnyone hns any criminal plans for Monday night they'd bette_r forget them because the city will be protected as usual," Linchry stressed, ? I I _The regular early morning shift wtll go on duty after the ball Llnchey also explained th~t the engagement of outside officers will be of no c'ost to the city as the two Concord policemen and two , special officers will be compen- , s_aled by the Portsmouth Police nel1ef association, sponsors of the ball. • I Meanwhile, association officials have announced that final plans have been completed for the ball a~d programs are now being distributed. A concert will be held from 8 to 9 . pm Mo nd ay night and dancing will follow until 1 am. . I '75 Increases are · police retirement fund from $4,550 to $4,950; telephone expenses from $900 to $1,300; automobile maintenance from $1,430 to $2,000; liability insurance from $1,600 to $1,800; and the janitor's salary from $1,820 to $2,000. A $1,500 appropriation for supplies and office equipment was cut $300; purchase of a new cruising car, estimated at $2,200 last year, was cut by $700; and the uniform allowance of $100 for each man will remain the same. The commission also approved City Marshal Linchey1s quarterlyreport which showed two arrests for out-of-town departments, one assault case, 47 auto offenses.- one escaped prisoner case, two disorderly conduct charges, 99 drunk cases, one case of a person, exposing himself, five gambling charges, eight larceny charges, 203 lodgers and one lewd and lascivious act. Also two non-support cases, one charge of obtaining goods under, false pretenses, 11 safe-keeping cases, one vagrant, 28 city ordi-' nance violations, 85 business estal:>llshment doors found unlocked, 634 police patrols and $2,457 in stolen property reco'7ered and , returned to owners. ' •, , .. · i- Three major sh1£1s to "!;create efficiency" of the Portsmouth poPortsmouth area police will have lice department were announced today by City Marshal Wllll~m J. the opportunity to "bone up'' on lhe Llnchey. latest methods o( police work, from E{(ecllve at noon Saturday, Sgt. crime detection to court procedure, Martin O. Betz, who has been on Marshal William J. LinclleY said desk duty on the midnight to 8 am today. shHt for at least t\.).l:ee years, will l\larshal LlnclH'Y report •d that have street duty from 8 pm to.,,4 am. he had wrilt<'l1 Ed\\'ard A. Soucy, Capt. Lloyd N. McGraw, in chlrf of the Frcl<•ral Burrall u( In- charge of the ~talion from 4 pm to vestigallon In Boston. ac;klng (ils midnight, will take ovel' duties foraid in ~eJ,ling up a J!l'IHJrnl poilce merly handled by Belz. McGraw school here in parly l!l50. will work from midnight to 8 am. A $101,850 police department * • • • * * budget providing salary increases EXF.Tt:n. ANO ))()\'J.m police CAP'I'. Tll\lOTIIY J. CONNORS, alrcadv h,11·e said thry , would al- who has been on street duty on ' for all grades above patrolman was tend the school. aml Linrhcy said the e;irly night shHt with Captain ' approved today by the police commission pending final city council there was a poss I hil it~• thr 11oeh<'S- 1\lcGraw. now will have desk duty · sanction. ter and SoincrS\\ orth police would from 4 pm lo midni ght. The budget, a $6,300 boost over Marshal Linchey said the move be interrstrd. the 1949 figure, also allows $2,100 !'Jans for l111• srhool arc still Is being made to familiarize deskbeing made h y Linchr~·. who saitl men with street work "so they'll be , for a new male police clerk and $2,000 for police training and he belie\'es il will rnn two hours able to direct the street men more travel expenses. Both are new a dny, five cla ·1~ a week. !or four or five \\"<'rks . Two sr~sions arc efficiently when they do return to items. If approved by the council, the planned, one in the nflrrnoon and desk work." "I don 't think an officer should budget will provide City Marshal one In the evening, so lh:it :ill offlrrrs will h:ivr II c•ham·<• lo 1<'111'11 st ny In the stnlion too long. He William J. Llnchey with a $400 about the mo t 11wth•n1 m<;I hocls should he sent out on the street so annual pay raise after Jan. 1. He he'll know how to handle com- now receives $3,800. of poliee work. . • * • Linrhrv said hr lw<l :ilrl'ady d1,;- plaints when and If he does return OTHER INCREASES would cussed pians with Soun•, who told to desk work'," Llnchey added. Routine changes In the shifts of benefit Deputy Marshal Dougal D. him at le:isl 20 m<'n would have patrolmen also will be made. McLean, $300 from $3,200; Capto sign up for th e Sl'hool. tain Lloyd N. McGraw and Timothy • "DON'T WORJlV," Linrhey sal<l J. Connors, $200 from $3,100; Inspector Dennis J. Kelley, $200 from he told Soucy, ''t hl're will be nt $3,100; and Sergeants Nell C. least 20 from Portsmouth nlone ." <. I~ Bierce and Martin 'O. Betz, $100 Every possible matter vital to r' from $3,100. policemen will be presented, LlnCommission Chairman Orel A. \ chey reported. Instruction will Dexter explained · that the raises come not only from the FJ3I. but .. were approved because the pay of from superior court judges, Lincl1ey Guest polkemen" will patrol officers Is "lower" and the salary said. Portsmo~th l\Iond;iy night while of patrolman "higher" than "av- New Police Budget Seeks Pay Boosts l\ • n.\ For Top Off 1cers ... OTHER APPROPRIATIO~ • .. THE BOARD RECEIVED a patrolman's application from Robert A. Rose, 40, of 46 Willow lane and placed it on file. Thomas C. Taylor of Elwyn avenue was appointed a special police officer. City Marshal Linchey reported "good cooperation" between his department and City Manager Edward C. Peterson, the highway department, The Porl ■mouth Herald and radio station WHEB. erage." "It will give us an opport.unlty to equalize salaries and It will provide incentive for the men," Dexter sald · Ninet~en patrolmen will contlnue to receive $2 950 annually and the commlsslon~rs $50 each, amounting to a total police departrnent payroll of $80,400. • • • THE COl\1.1\IISSIONERS said they have not tlJ)clded when a police clerk wlll be enga~ed but indicated It may be shortly after the first 0£ the year. They emphasized that no appllcatloM for the job will be received until a pubflc notice ls printed. They added, h6wever, that the ap- Linchey Honored By 100 Friends;0 Presented De·sk 1~ l City Marshal William J. Linchey was presented with a desk · last night by 100 friends who met at the Pannaway club for II buffet supper and to wish the new marshal "good luck." The toastmaster was Sheriff Simes Frink. Speakers inrluded George Welch, retired Manchester police captain; the Portsmouth police commissioners, Orel A. Dexter, J. Verne Wood and J. Paul Griffin; polntee must be e{Iicient in cleriPortsmouth Police Captain Lloyd cal work and able to take shortN. McGraw, Police Chief Andrew hand. ! H. McDaniel of Dover, County SoThe other 52,000 appropri,a tion · licitor Wyman P. Boynton, Rep. will finance planned police schools George J. Heon , of Derry; Mayor In Portsmouth ;ind also allow City Cecil M. Neal and Ira A. Brown. Marshal Llnchey and his me~ Marshal Llnchey emphasized his trnvellng expensea. belief that , "police training is a H sufficient funds remain in the necessity for police officers" and lralnlng appropriation a melnber of said that he hoped that when it , the local department may be sent came his time to leave office, he to an FBI police school in Washwould be succeeded by a man from ington, D. C., later next year, the 1"the ranks." commission indicated. They estiIra A Brown, sponsor of. the mated that the trip would cost supper, was honored by the _presabout $800 but made no definite 7·entation of a gal-den tool. I plans. • • . / �, * * * ut, YOu ·Meter Misers' * ** • * * * City Marshal Preparesto 'Open Up' Traffic fl ,1 5 Plan Submitted To Give ~ Police 11 ·~ Extra Day Off The Portsmouth Police Relief "As It is, the motorists watch association today was mapping Beware you "penny plnchers," the officers patrol the streets and plans to seek one day off lri six for "nickel chiselers" and "meter they know when they can pinch all Po1-tsmouth policemen after the hogs"-Clty Marshal William J. pennies and chisel nickels, but local pollc6 commissl)in agrerd to l,,lnchey Is on the warpath. they won't be able to keep track adop~tne proposal if the change He says he's had enough from of the officers If they ride," can_ be ma61! without ad11ng ad• • * "tightwads." Now he's cracking Linchey said. dillonal men to the force. "I'M NOT GOING. to stand for down In firm fashion, even to the Llnchey says he also plans to I This was disclosed by CommisIt much longer. Those three classes extent of motorizing his parking are the chief cause of Portsmouth's tackle the double-parking problem. , slon Chairman Oren A. Dexter meter officers. · He claims that trucks and autoand John W. McCann, association Llnchey says he's aiming his traffic problem. lf they refuse to mobiles have caused a "serious" president. learn a lesson from us, we'll take guns at these three classes of * * • them into court and let the judge traffic problem by double parking autolsts: in restricted areas. He cited DEX1'ER SAID the proposal The "penny pinchers" who drop teach them II few things," said Vaughan street ns the scene of was submitted to the commission a one-cent piece In the meter for Linchey. most double-parking violations. by City Marshal William J. Durin~ his "Inspection" tour of 12 minutes parking and then stroll And the motorists who park in Lincl1ey and that il was sanctionthe business district the past two off through town and return a halffront of theaters for hours at a ed, providing the association can hour later expecting the meter to days, r,lnchey said he saw that time are in for It, too. Linchey adopt a new schedule which would most violations occur on Market be still running. .... not necessitate an increase In the street, upper Congress street and says he has instructed his men to tag all cars found parked in the department's ·budget. -THE "NICKEL CHISELERS" State street. McCann said the association has Linchey says he plans to con- restricted areas. who try to get two-hours parking • • • ' adoplcd lhe requested schedule fer with City Manager Edward C. for the price of , a five-cent piece "WE'VE WARNED them conand will submit It to the commh• and then e"llress surprise when Peterson on the possibility of pur- tinually but they don't seem to slon al lhe next meeting. Mccann they find that their car has been chasing two three-wheeled motor pay any attenllon to us," Lincl1ey pointed out that police now have scooters so his twc- parking meter tagged. . said. one day off In seven while deAnd -finally, the "meter hogs"- officers-Earle E. Rowe and Earl "The only way we can get repartmenls in nearby towns have Rogers-can "scoot" through town. mostl.Y businessmen and downat leaS t one day off in five or six If police department funds are sults ls by hauling them into court town workers-who feed the meters days. . with ntckles all day long so they Insufficient to purchase two ve- and that's just what we intend to hicles, Llnchey says he'll buy one do if the situation doesn't improve At a meeting of the ct>mmission can have a "convenient" parking th e board decided to seek this year and another in 1950. He In the next few days," the mar- today, space. • shal stated. city council approval of a plan to LlncheY says he's surveyed all said his "mechanized" meter men record identification of all taxithree classes during the past two will carry repair kits so they can All In all, it looks as though cab owners and operators. fix faulty meters on the spot. The days-both In uniform and in plain Portsmouth police will be stocking ,;. * • clothes. So now he's clamping down. officers now bring the meters to up with pencils and parking tags. 1 UNnElt THE PLAN the operathe police station for repair. First of all, Llnchey says he_wi1: tors and owners would be required instruct his men to keep a "closer eye" on the meters, be strict with violators and haul the motorists into court If they continue to flaunt parking rules. , • •• , en to ea e-Week .School • 'D•l~ r Area PoIice ·Police School- JJ I~ (Continued from page one) •and the Portsmouth naval shipyard have expressed interest in the instruction. Linchey said he will prepare a schedule so that Portsmouth offlcers can attend the school durIng regular working hours. The city marshal says he. ~lans to invite leading judges, sohc1tors and police officials to lecture during the course of instructi9n. l•lnChey Announce \ He Will 'Cleon Taxicab Business -Up' ~of ~;~pa,~:vr?i~s;·::;;lrints \ • • • I IJ, Sidewalks Here,~ M 0 rS hO I WQ rn S Linch- · \ t ~ • \ 1-\ i City Marshal William J. City Marshal William J. Linchey , ey announced today, following ap· t proval by the city council last today warned Portsmouth motorFederal Bureau of Investigation night of new regulations pertain- bls agnin~t parking on sidewalks agents will open Portsmouth's poIng to taxicab licenses, that he Is and threatened to hring co11rl aclice 11chool Jan. 16, City Marshal going to "clean up the cab busl- 1tion again~l future violators. William J. Llnchey reported today. , ness In Portsmouth." ! The new licenses to be Issued ''I've received loo man~ comLlnchey said the FBI men will l Jan. 1 will require the operators plaints about sidewalk-parking ~nd conduct sessions from 2 to 4 and right thumb print and a photo- J 'm going to take stiff action 7 to 9 pm from Jan. 16 to Jan. 25 graph, Llnchey said. In addition, against drivers if the reports _conat the Junior high school. The copies of the applications will be tinue lo come in," Llnchey stud. classes will be open to all Portsfiled with the police department, The marshal said most serious mouth area law enforcement ofand the cit:,: clerk's office, and the \violators are owners of filling staficers. 0 llcense with the thumb print and , lions and automobile showrooms. photograph will have to be dis"The streets are for automobiles THE SCHEDULE Includes Jan. played in a prominent place in and the sidewalks are for pedes16, "Purposes of Police Schools; Jurisdiction of FBI and Other Pinball , machine operators have the cab, along with the list of rates trians only," Linchey added. Federal Agencies," by Agent J. made an unsuccessful attempt to charged by the operator. H. Nicholson; Jan. 17, "Criminal bring their machines back into the Law," by Agent T. F. McLaughLINCIIEY SAID he ls going to city, City.Marshal William J. Llnchlin; Jan. 18, "Crime Scene Search"crack down" on cab operators who ey said today. es; Discovery and Preservation of He reported a spokesmen for a violate any of the rules and regu- 1 Evidence," by Agent J. B. Greene; "When we piek up punchboards distributing company visited his lations governing their conduct. II Jan. 19, "Laboratory Aids to PoHe said he had received complaints and pinball machines we'll also office yesterday and asked permislice," by Agent D. J. Griffin; Jan. pick up the owners," City l\1arshal sion to return the machines here that some cabbies are using their 20, "Investigative Reports," by William J. Llnchey warned today but I:inchey said "definitely not." vehicles to transport liquor to Agent P. E. Kamerick; Jan. 23, as he pressed his campaign to keep He said the spokesman argued that Portsmoulh homes. "Technique and Mechanics of ArThe marshal pointed out that gambling devices out of the citv. several local businessmen will not rest," by Agent E. W. Schwotzer; LI . be able to remain in business un- this practice is against the law and nchey said one of his patrolJan. 24, "Interviews With Witless they have pinball receipts to that all violators will be prose-· men seized a punchboard from a nesses ,nd Subjects," by Agent cuted. local business establishment yessupplement their Incomes. G. W. Fallon; and Jan. 25, a posFingerprints will be made at the te rd ay and that he ls contemplating sible lecture on fingerprinting. Linchey said all members of the Marshal Linchey said the school \ police force have been instructed police station from 9 am to 1 pm co~~t a~tlon. hey re not going to sneak back will last three weeks. He said poto search for the pinball machines. and from 2 to 5 pm except MonUce in Dover, Exeter, Hampton , Linchey cleared the city of the days and Christmas The photo-1 Into Portsmouth. As long as we graphs will have to be supplied by keep getting complaints, we'll keep gambllrlg e~uipment last July. 1 cleaning them out," Llnchey added CPleue tum to pare three) 1 L:he applicants. ••• i i i Pinball Machines,..o Still Out-linchey I Linchey Warnst1•-i. On Punchboards I I I I �City May Installs-,~ Radio in Ambulance layoffs May Cause Boost in Welfar;7 Taxi Drivers Fingerprinted By Local Police . Twenty thousand dollars in additional funds to operate the city's welfare department was requested At least 20 Portsmouth taxi today 9y Overseer of the Poor drivers have been fingerprinted James 0. Pettigrew. at the police station by Sgt. Nell C. Bierce in connection with a The extra funds would boost the newly-adopted system of recordwelfare department's 1949 •budget ing taxi licenses. lo an all-Uine high of $88,525. The drivers must submit five Reason for the request is the currecent photographs and be fingerrent unemployment situation in printed before licenses are issued Portsmouth and an impending layby City Clerk Eileen D. Foley. off at t he Por tsmouth naval shipOne photograph must be placed in yard, Pettigrew explained. the taxicab which the individual "The navy ya rd situation looks is operating. b~d and on to]) of that we're runMrs. Foley said approximately nmg behind in our funds this 30 more drivers must obtain year ," Pettigrew added. licenses. An estimated 33 taxicab However, City fan ager Edward owners must obtain permits before C. Peterson expre sed doubt that tomorrow. CARL E. ERICKSON P ettigrew's department would reMrs. Foley also announced that rt,'1ceive the full $20,000 requested. approximately 200 bicycles have Peterson sairt he was aware of been registered at her office. the problems faced by the welfare department but said Pettigrew's estimates "are a llWe too strong." "We'll probably only need between 12,000 and $15,000 more for th~ welfare department," Peterson said. He indicated that the matter Carl E. Erickson, Portsmouth "'.ill be considered by the city coun' athletic director, was elected chaircil at next month's meeting. man of the newly-appointed recrePortsmouth's swelling "piggy I The city manager said he "iully ation board at an organizational bank"-the parking meter fund- r ealized" the welfare department's meeting last night. is virtually splitting at the seams problem. and if collections continue to in"There will be a time after the Mrs. Mary E. Warner of 50 Newcrease the city may have to build navy yard layoffs when the workcastle avenue, executive secretary its own bank to "sock away" the of the Portsmouth American Red thousands of nickels and pennies. ers who live here will have to deCross chapter, was chosen secreSince the meters were first in- pend on the city for help and we'll tary of, the board. stalled in October, 1946, the city have to give it to them. They must After the board's duties were has collected $106,268 and has have some place lo turn lo while outlined by City Manager Edward spent $58,369 for expenses, leaving looking for new employment," C. Peterson, members decided that a balance of $47,899 to date, 11c- Peterson added. 1950 plans will be readied during cording to City Auditor Wilfred E. Pettigrew said the additional the next two months. Young. $20,000 appropriation would inDuring the first 10 months of elude food, $4,000; r ent $2,500; * * * CHAffiMAN ERICKSON apthis year, $28,425 was collected clothing, $500; fuel , $'.750; medical from the meters. Approximately expen~es, $750; hospital, $7,000; pointed two committees. One, $34 488 was collected in 1948; $35,- electnc, $50; cash, $200; board and headed by Mrs. Edgar A. Ladd of 154 in 1947; and $8.201 dur-ing the care, $6,000; and other expenses, 139 Cass street, YWCA represen3oo. tative, will study recreational last three months or 1946. .. needs in Portsmouth. Other members are Ralph Atwell of 45 Rich• EXPE R;S: including the ~,,;> 1 mond street, Central Veterans fmal payment on the me ters In There were 60 births 18 deaths Council representative, and EdNovember, 194'.7, inc·lude ~5.13o In and 34 marria1;es in Portsmouth ward H. Paterson of 21 Daniels 1946; $32,704 l !l~7; $l:3, 408 in last month, City Clerk Eileen D. street, Chamber of Commerce rep1948; and $7 ,l w5, tlm year. Foley reported today. 1 resent.aflvP. Actually cash In the fund has conThe second committee, headed by tin ue d to increase each year with a $3,070 balance in 1946 ; $5,520, Herbert R. Hagstrom, YMCA 1947; $26,600, 1948; and the $47 ,Vital statistics for the month of spokesman, will meet with Peter899 balance to date. September show that births outson next Monday afternoon to disFifty-cent fines ior overtime numbered deaths in Portsmouth cuss th e recreation department's parking also have "fattened" the almost four to one. 1950 budget. John E. Kane of "piggy bank." Since the meters Cit~ Clerk Eileen Foley reP.ortJoffre_ t~rrace, Catholic Youth were installed three years ago, a ed today that there were 51 births org~mz~tion representative, and BenJamm A. Tober of 308 Broad total of $7,973 in 50-cent pieces against 15 deaths. There were 48 str eet, Portsmouth Zionist district have been paid to the police de- marriages recorded during the month. 6' ~ ' representative, will serve with partment by over-Lime parkers. Hagstrom. During the last three months of 1946, $950 in fines was collected· ~ * * * Tl~~ _BOARD DISCUS ED the $3,175 in 1947; $2,624 in 1948; and poss1bihty •of engaging a full-time $1,224, this year. Thus, Portsmouth's $23,742 inThere were 17 deaths, 41 mar- recreation director and two assistvestment for the meters has "snow- riages and 50 births in Portsmouth ants. One assistant would be on balled" into the city's most profi- last month, City Clerk Eileen D. duty at the Community Center and the other assistant, a woman, would table enterprise. Foley l'epoi·ted today, teach arts and crafts. The members must nominate a full-time director for City ManThe board of adjustment will ager Peterson's final approval. hold a public hearing at 7 o'clock The board will meet the first tonight in the council chambers in Tuesday of each month. city hall to consider the request of the C. H. Sprague & Son Co., to erect oil storage tanks near Gosling road. "l.. I Erickson Elected Chairman of New Recreation Board I Parkin r n, Show Big Profit; Balance $47,899 I I Is m/ I \60 Births Here t B1"rth Rate Leads Q d 15 Births Liste ,. IBoa rd to Meet City Manager Edward C. Pet~rson today said he is consi<lermg the possibility of equipping the fire department ambulance with a two-way radio set similar to those used in police cruisers and fire ap: paratus. Peterson said he will discuss the possibility with Fire Chief George T. Cogan. He said his move results from an incident yesterday afternoon when a tire on the ambulance blew out while an accident victlm was being transported to Newburyport. * * * THE CITY MANAGER said a I woman, struck by a car in Smithtown, was being removed to Anna Jaques hospital for treatment when the blowout occurred. Peterson said he was returning from Boston with Public Works Supt. Nat S. Stevens at the time and noticed the ambulance parked beside the road near the Newburyport 1 bridge. "As long as the city is in the ambulance business we might as well give people the protection they need," Peterson explained. I ,. * * * "IF THERE was a radio in the ambulance yesterday the men could have notified the fire station of the tire blowout and an ambulance could have been sent to the scene from Newburyport," Peterson added. He also said he has instructed Chief Cogan to obtain "good" tires for the ambulance. �,500 Jam Square"' o See Fire Show A practical demonstration of the fire fighting strength available to any community in the Portsmouth area was witnessed Saturday afternoon by 1,500 persons in Market square. I Thirty-three pieces of apparatus eeled into Pleasant street with ens screaming within minutes ter Fire Chief George T. Cogan's dry run" call for help 1n fighting majol' blaze. From points as far distant as remont and Rollinsford, the quipment poured into Portsmouth. he types ranged from a little halfon emergency truck, provided by he coast guard, to Portsmouth's own aerial ladder equipment and eluded two ambulances and two huge tanker trucks used in battling forest fires. • • • TWENTY MINUTES after Chief Cogan sent out his first alarm over Box 53, Pleasant street between the square and State street was jammed with apparatus. planesthe from the Civil AirOverhead Patrol under direction of Capt. Ra~ond Whitcher, CAP, circled the "stricken area" providing air-ground liaison. ' After the crowd had a chance to I GALA EVENT-Such is promised by Portsmouth firemen hown discussing plans for the Portsmouth Firemen's Relief association concert and ball tomorrow night at Community center. Committee members from left to right are First Assistant Chief Frederick Crompton, Leland Davis, decorations chairman; William Palfrey, ball committee chairman; Chief George Cogan, honorary ball chairman; George Fritz, Robert P. Murphy, a sociation president; Donald Lane and Carl B. Akerley, *-------------- inspect the equipment, the vehicles were formed into a "line of march" and whirled out of the city through Congress street in parade formation. The demonstration was preceded by short talks on the "mutual aid" The Portsmouth Firemen's Relief association hopes to raise suffi- I system by Chief Cogan, Fire Chief John E. Holden of Newington, cient funds from its third annual concert and ball tomorrow night at State Fire Marshal Aubrey Robin- the Community Conter to continue its 91-year-old record ot providing son of Manchester, Mayor Cecil assistance and relief for its members injured in the line of duty, withM. Neal of Portsmouth, Theodore out financial aid from the city. R. Butler, president of the Ports. * A 19-man committee has been planning the progrnm which will mouth Insuranre Agents association; Fire Chief Russell Noyes ' feature a concert from 8 to 9 pm, a grand march at 9 and dancing of the Portsmouth naval base, and until 1 am. Capt. Kenneth C. Hurd, US , adThe relief association was orministrative officer at the naval ganized Feb. 25, 1858, to establish shipyard. a fund for the "assistance and relief of such members of the fire CHIEF HOLDE traced the hisdepartment of Portsmouth who retory of the mutual aid system from ceived injury in the discharge or its birth nearly two years ago after duties." the forest fires that swept York and Strafford counties. COM UTTEE Clli\lRMA Wil"When you need fire protecliam Palfrey is being assisted by tion," Chief Holden said, "you committeeman Eliot Staples, Josneed instant fire protection." He eph Hudson, Frederick Crompton, pointed out that the Portsmouth Arthur Cox, Alfred Lescard, Donarea has "nearly $500,000 worth of ald Lane, William Connors, Wilfire equipment" ready for instant liam Lewis, Virgil Bagley, Carl call. Akerley, Willard Her.ey, Robert Among the participating departMurphy, Chief George Coga'n, Lements were Rye, Newington, New• land Davis, George Fritz, Thomas fields, Rollinsford, S e a b r o o k, Kelley, Joseph Conner, Jr., and Hampton, Hampton Beach, NewWilliam Goodwin . market, Dover, coast guard, PortsChief Cogan Is also honorary mouth naval base, York, Eliot, Epchairman for the event. ping, Kittery, Kittery Point, MadAssociated trustees are Murphy, bury, North Hampton, Fort ConstiPalfrey, Crompton and Cox. The tution, Fremont and Exeter. board of directors is composed of Police arrangements were under Chief Cogan, Kelley, Francis the direction of Deputy Marshal Quinn, William Drew, Walter Dougal McLean and Capt. Timothy Hartwell and Fritz. J. Connors. Frank E. Amazeen is sergeantat-arms and the finance commitleP. members are Chief Cogan, Clarence Atwell and Conner. Annual Firemen's Ball ISlated Tomorrow Night • • • • • • I �Postoffice Handles Huge Parcel Load; Yule Cards otf :n The Portsmouth postoffice put in its busiest day in history yesterday, but Christmas card and package mailings are not as heavy as they were a year ago, The machine that postmarks letters rolled out 84,500 envelopes and cards yesterday, while on the record day last year it turned out s1.ooo. • 1 I This figure does not include special delivery letters and packages of all sorts, but Postmaster Peter J. Hickey and assistant Post- j master Harold 0. Russell, who has been with the local office for 38 years, said today that the volume 1 of parcel post handled . yestercla:v was "the most we have ever seen." * * * "THE GOOD WE.\1'HER mu ·t have broug'ht them out," Russell explained. I \')\~ T rucks 'Roll In' Tomorrow Half a million dollars worth of firefighting equipment will roll into Market square tqmorrow afternoon as Fire Prevention week will be marked with speeches and a demonstration of the mutual aid system used by Portsmouth area communities. Climaxing the program that will start at 3 pm will be the summoning of 36 pieces of equipment to Market square in response to a call by Fire Chief George T. Cogan. Preceding the call that will put the mutual aid system into operation will be several short talks on fire prevention by local and state officials. * * * CLIFFORD HUDSON, secretary of the New Hampshire State Fire Underwriters association and Aubrey Robinson of Concord, state fire marshal, will be the guest speakers. _ Portsmouth officials scheduled to speak are Mayor Cecil M. Neal, City Manager Edward C. Peterson, Chief Cogan and Theodore R. Butler, president of the Portsmouth Underwriters association . John E. Holden, Newington fire chief and originator of the mutual aid system, will explain how the setup makes it possible for cities and towns in this area to summon aid from 27 neighboring communities with one phone call to the Portsmouth fire station, the system's headquarters. * * * CHIEF COGAN will then pull in an alarm from the Market square box, follow it with another alarm that will bring all of Portsmouth's fire engines, and finally, call in the mutual aid system. The first units to respond will come wheeling in from the navy yard, Kittery, Kittery Point, Newington, Eliot and Rye. A coast guard rescue squad will be included in the first wave, and two civil air patrol planes available to the system will take to the air, one to take pictures of the "fire," and the other to maintain radio communication with the fire station. A unit from Fort Constitution also will re pond. * * * OTHER CITIES and towns that are included in the system and will participate are Dover, York, North and South Berwick, Rollinsford, Durham, Madbury, Seabrook, Lee, Newmarket, Newfields, Exeter, Hampton and North Hampton, Kingston and East Kingston; Epping and Fremont, The Kensington department, a member, is not scheduled to appear. Olher towns which depend on the system for prof ection are New Castle, Greenland, Stratham and Hampton Falls. Chief Holden is chairman of the demonstration assisted by Chief Cogan, Assistant Engineer Frederick R. Crompton, and Philip F. Gray and Eugene P. Soles of the Portsmouth Underwriters association, Total Christmas mailings thi s year are down from last year, as 1 evidenced by the ~46.300 letter~ canceled since Der. 13 this year and the 389.200 stamped and dispatched over the same period la5t year. I While yesterday's rush was handled by more than 100 workers, the mail has been kept moving so that today, the backlog of undelivered mall is negligible. The parcel post room in the basement of the building is fairly , well cleaned out. * * * HICKEY BELIEVES that at the present rate, all mail that reaches Portsmouth by Saturday will be in homes for Christmas. The office will be closed Sunday and Monday, but a skeleton force will try to deliver any packages that straggle in "looking as if they are destined for the Christmas tree," Hickey said. The regular force of 19 carriers, two rural carriers, 20 inside clerks and four substitutes are being helped by 36 extra carriers, 19 clerks and two additional rural carriers. �Save on Wafer/1 Water for these two towns and Goose Rocks, Cape Porpoise, Biddeford Pool and Fortune's Rocks flows from Branch Brook, about half way between Wells and Kennebunk on Route 1. Peterson Urges; Area Towns Hit • • • SMITH SAID residents have been a.~ked to cease using water to sprinkle lawns and that so far, most people had complied. The town of Newmarket, on the other hand, has plenty of water. The town owned system draws water from Follet's brook and has an artesian well that is not even in use. Hampton's supply from 60-foot, gravel-packed wells ls at its lowest point in history and resldent.s have been requested to let their lawns go without water entirely. City Manager Edward c. Peterson today appealed to local residents to conserve water due to the continued drought. The present local situation 1s not alarming, Peterson explained, but because of the lack of rainfall and the large water consumption resulting in a heavy dralJl on the city's supply, he ls requestfng that water be conserved in all "possible ways." "We are not in a position where we have to worry. But in a month or so, if the situation grows worse, we may wish that we had saved water,"' Peterson said. • • • PETERSON ASSURRED Ports, mouth residents that the water supply has maintained its average level and that there are no present indications that municipal wells will be exhausted. "But we don't know how long it will be before the next rainfall so we might as well ple,y wise and take it easy on the water," he added. Peterson requested tha,t lawn sprinkling, car washing lllld other excessive use of water be delayed until the serious drought condition Improves. Moanwhile a two-yeal' searcn for an adequate water supply for the town of Epping, intenslfied during the last two weeks because ol the drought, may be over tonight. Selectman Jerry L. Thayer said this morning tlha.t a driven well on the property of Mrs. Alma Lavole on Fremont roact ls being tested and if It continue.s to come in as well as it started out, 90 gallons a minute, it may solve Epplng's "short" water supply that has endangered the town for yaars. • • • TWENTY-FIVE different locations in the town have been tried in the last two weeks, but they all trickled out. The community is now served by eight wells about 40 feet deep and the new well goes down 23 feet to a ledge. Residents were requested in June to conserve water, and have cooperated with the three water comm1ssioners, who a.re the selectmen, Th.R.Vf>T R.drtf>d If the new w~ll comes through, a special town meeting wlll have to be called to appropriate money for a pipe line and pump to connect it with the nearest line which ls about a mile away. • • • THAYER BELIEVES the work might cost $20,000. Reports of water supplies in other communities vary considerably. The situation in Ogunquit ls "serious", L. G. Smith, superintendent of the municipally owned Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Wells Water Co., said. • • • THE SITUATION in Kittery is Street Supt. Nat S. Stevens said the water had passed through pipes "without metering" and that "an undetermined amount of water" has been used. · The one-inch pipe at Iafolla's plant remained disconnected for about eight days after the appearance of that story in The Herald. When the investigation had apparently been dropped, the line again was connected and continJohn Iafolla, proprietor of the ued to carry unmetered city water, Iafolla Crushed Stone Co., and the presumably until today's investiIafolla Construction Co. on Pev- gation. erly Hill road, admitted today to Peterson left the lafolla yard the unlawful use of city water at at noon today and returned to city his plant in a disclosure that may hall. He said he would order Supt. go a long way toward explaining a of Streets Nat S. Stevens to assemmeter deficit that City Manager ble a crew of men to dig up the Edward C. Peterson estimated last one-inch line running between the hydrant and the asphalt plant. year at $28,700. "Until we've finished that invesIafolla's startling disclosure was tigation," Peterson said, "we <'an made today to Peter on and Martake no official action. However, shal William J . Linchey ln the presence of two Portsmouth Herald · we're going to investigate the complaint fully and if action is necesreporters. The Herald had learnsary, we'll take it." . ed of the situation through an unWhile Peterson returned to the disclosed source and after check• city hall in search for a crew of city Jng its authenticity, Herald Pubworkmen, Marshal Linchey relisher J. D. Hartford relayed the mained at the Tafolla plant until information t o Peterson a n d the diggin g operations could begin Linchey. this afternoon. "getting worse" and res!dent.s were asked two weeks a-go to water their lawns from 7 to 9 pm only. Further restrictions may be impooed soon if rain does not fall. Kittery's water comes from Folly Pond in York and Cottle springs * * * in Eliot and goes to users in Kittery, PETER ON, LI CHEY and the the navy yard, and parts of Eliot two Herald reporters drove to the and York. Peverly Hill road plant this mornTowns with good water supplies ing where IafolJa admitted he had at the present· time include Dur- been using water from an unmetham, South Berwick, York and ered l1ydrant. Exeter. lafolJa told Peterson: " ure, I've The University of New Hamp- used city water from that hyshire's reservoir, which supplies drant without a JDeter. I promise Durham also, has "plenty of water" I won't do it again. I promise I'll 1 but the gravity pipe lines which put on a met.er after this." serve the town are placed high up When Peterson asked him how µi the reservoir and may be left much water he might have used ' high and dry if the Inflow con- lafolla replied: tinues to diminish. Townspeople "Oh, I don't know,· maybe 200 have been asked not to water their gallons." lawns. The water, according to The • • • Herald's information was taken NO RESTRICTIONS on the use from a hydrant and passed in a of water in South Berwick have one-inch line to the asphalt plant been imposed yet and the supply where lt was used in a precipitais all right at the present time, of- tion system for breaking down flcials of tl)e privately owned dust arising · from the asphalt system reported this morning. plant. York's supply ls "very good" but people have been asked to "ease THE WATER, sprayed down into up" on lawn watering acttvlties to the asphalt plant, turned dust g0 • maintain water pressure, the muni- ing through a bed of coke, into cipal water district said this morn- mud and water, thus dissipating Ing. the rising dust. The supply and pressure of ExeThe unmetered line, The Herald's ter's wat er was called adequate this soU1·ce said, was hooked up in May moming by George Bea.n, superin- of 19~8 and since that time, used rtendent of the Exeter Water Works. , an estimated 8,000 gallons of water Some sort of restrictions may have a day until Aug. 20, 1948. It was to be imposed later if rain does not shut off also during the winter come, Bean added. months of December, January, -<:\. February and arch when the v, [ asphalt plant was not in use. I The line was quickly disconn:cted on the orders of Iafolla • himself on Aug. 20, 1948, when The Herald carried a Page one stor~~oncerning the apparent loss Reinhart Seeks To Learn Exact figures on Loss I I The city today began the !low and intricate process of building its case against John Iafolla, who admitted yesterday to using city water unlawfully at his big asphalt plant off Peverly Hill road after a Portsmouth Herald investigation was turned over to municipal officials for prosecution. While unofficial estimates placed the water consumption at the Iafolla plant in the thousands of gallons at a cost to the city of hundreds of dollars, City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart probed public works records in an effort to e&tablish the exact loss. * * * I rpeferson Beg1ns elf yProb•eon Hera Id T1p-Off ~; of 222,000,000 gallons of city water BULLETIN City lltanager Edward c. Peterson said early this af. ternoon he is placing in the hands of the city solicitor an investigation of the all~ged unlawful use by John Iafolla of eity water at the Iafolla Crushed Stone Co. Peterson's statement followed the digging up of earth around a hydrant and malu at Peverly Hill road plant by city workers. ;~8~.rt~:oximate cost to the city * * * PETER O AID at that. time that he had made a check of water department production records and discovered that "so far" he was unable to account for the loss. The apparent loss Peterson said, showed up in figures which listed a total of 704,000,000 gallons pumped through city pipelines, with only 482,000,000 gallons regfr;tering on consumers' meters. Reinhart said he is working closely with City Manager Edward C. Peterson, the police department, and Street Supt. Nat S. Stevens. * * • "IT M:A Y BE ever al days before results of the investigation are known," Reinhart said. "This is a tough, technical job and we'll I need the full cooperation of public works experts. I "- o formal charge against Iafolla have been made," Reinhart concluded. "First, we have to find out how long the pipe in question was in opel'Btion, how much water it carried and at what cost. When we al'rive at some definite figure we'll decide on formal charges." • Figures in the office oI Steven1 show that a one-inch line, such as the one used illegally by Iafolla, normally carries 3,200 gallons of water an hour. If the line we,re operated 24 hoU1·s a day, the city would charge $23.04 for each day's use, �·city BeginSa' lafolloProb The one-inch line used at the IIafolla plant to control dust in the asphalt mechanism, however was cut into an unmetered m~ running to a !ire hydrant. There i~ no record of Iafolla getting official permission to cut into the main, nor is there any record of the use of the water. The unmetered line at Iafolla'a plant was cut in during May of 1948 and, according to The Herald's information, ran almost continuously until yesterday except for four months in the winter and eight days during August of 1948 when Iafolla ordered it shut off when The Herald carried a story concerning the loss of city water. * * PIPE IN Q ESTION-The b ried unmetered water to the asphal aid photo) * ON AUG. 20, 1948, City Manager Peterson reported that the city I bad lost approximately $28,700 in rev.enue from water consumption which was unaccounted for. The loss at that time, Peterson said showed up in figures which listed a total of 704,000,000 gi!IJons pumped through city pipelines while only 482,000,000 gallons were registered on consumers' meters. Peterson, City Marshal William J. Linchey and two Herald reporters went to Iafolla's concern yes•' terday after Herald Publisher J. D. Hartford presented a romplaint based on the Herald's knowledge of the situation. Iafolla, obviously surprised by the visit, quickly admitted to using the water through an unmetered line. * * * IAFOLLA TOLD PETERSON, "Sure, I've used city water from that hydrant line without a meter. I promise I won't do it again. I promise I'll put on a meter after this." Shortly after Iafolla talked with Peterson and Marshal Linchey, he returned to the office building at his plant, then apparently left the plant altogether. City officials said he has made no other comment to them. INVESTIGATORS-Portsmouth Herald Reporter Ray Brighton, white shirt, talks with City Manager Edward C. Peterson, standing, as city yard workmen probe for a pipe connection allegedly made illegally at the Iafolla Cru~bed Stone Co. plant. Street upt. Nat S. Stevens leans over the excavation. (Portsmouth Herald photo) �Grand Jury Fails ,,.6 To Indict lafolla ff In City Water Case A Rockingham county grand jury yesterday refused to indict John Iafolla, president of the Iafolla Crushed Stone Co., of Portsmouth after an Investigation of alleged misuse of city water by the company. The grand jury's "no bill" decision followed lengthy testimony by six witnesses called by County Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton. However, City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today that the city will still try to recover its claim for the amount of water used by the stone company through an unmetered line. * * * THE CITY MANAGER said that a bill would be sent to Iafolla as soon as he receives an official report from the county solicitor as to the result of the grand jury inquiry. Prior to the matter being taken before the grand jury, City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart recommended to the city council that the matter be dropped if Iafolla paid costs of $436. But the city council turned down the city solicitor's proposal and ordered the case taken before the grand jury. ,C\ Water Department Now 'Out of Red' City Auditor Wilfred E. Young is thinking of dumping his red ink down the drain-at least as far as the water department is concerned. There was a time-and as recently as last year-when the water department was continually in the red. But now the department has a balance of $12,263-at least $3,000 more than last month's balance. Young reported today that total water sales amounted to $124,904 during the first 10 months of this year. Commercial sales totaled $94,605; industrial sales, $27,844; and other municipal sales, $2,454. Only $124 remains in uncollectable accounts-much lower than the figure has been in the past, city officials say. New Playground Plan Discussed 8.'J~ School Board Told .(3 Of Need for Building The resignation of Mrs. Paul MacDonald, 28, of 30 Elwyn avenue, dental hygienist in the Portsmouth school department for a year was announced Tuesday night by School Supt. Raymond I. Beal at a regular meeting of the school board. Mrs. MacDonald, the former Mary Patricia Purington and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Fuller Purington of 263 Rockland street, said she was resigning for reasons of health. *------------ • * • BEAL TOLD the school board that he would recommend a successor to Mrs. MacDonald before the November meeting. The position pays $40 a week. The school board heard a report from its special committee investigating the possibility of a new high school and instructed Beal to obtain information about a planned survey on the need for a new I structure and a possible location. The special committee reported that its initial investigation indicated that the present high school building and lot are inadequate to carry out a modern program of education. The committee said it agreed that birth statistics indicate enrollment in the 10th, 11th and 12th grades will reach a peak in 1958. * * * TWO PLAN were considered by the committee. One concerned Hn entirely new school complete with an athletic plant and the other was an addition to the present building with purchase of land elsewhere for atheltlc facilities. The committee agreed to conf Oct. 18 with Paul Farnum, ch of the state education depart administrative services, on t posed high school plan. In other action, the sch adopted a recommend Ellis T. Cox that a "co sive" study be made of covering athletic accident the high school program. ter was referred to Matt John W. Durgin, Jr., spec! board delegates to the Por athletic council. Cox said his suggestlo from complaints he has over the failure of in cover expenses of par children are injured sports. He cited the e of one high school athlete who was seriously injured and required treatment costing $1,100. Cox said the school insurance covered only $50 of the expenses and an additional $40 was appropriated by a school association. City Manager 3:clward C. Peterson and state highway department * * * officials yesterday discussed pos- 1 "I'D LIKE TO SEE good sports sible construction of a new play- continue but I'd also like to see ground at the Sherburne school better protection for our athletes. to replace a playground eliminated It's a forward step," Cox added. by the new toll road. The subject of athletics came up again when Beal reported that the Portsmouth Athletic assclatlon will have a balance of $500 In Its treasury when current bills are paid. Matthews praised Athletic Doing Well Nearly 27% of the 1949 graduates at Portsmouth high school have obtained positions they desired while In school, School Supt. Raymond I. Beal said today. There are 8% in office work, 14% are clerks, 4% are in the army, about 1 % in ihe navy, 3% are married, 8% are unempl~ed, 18% are laborers, and the occupations of 1 % are u known. · in colleges or 8% are study and about graduate school, . The board voted to increase tuitions from $145 to $160 for each New Castle, Rye, Newington and G:reenland s~udent attending either the Junior or Senior high schools. This action followed a report by Chairman John E. Seybolt that the finance committee had conferred with school board spokesmen from the four surr?unding towns and that no opposition to the increa e was voiced. Sevbolt suggested that the bills be se~~ to the towns Jan. 1 so that the ~mhon increases may be included m the towns' budgets before annual town meetin~s. * * * DURGIN REPORTED that the schoolhouse committee had conferred with representatives of Portsmouth coal companies to see w~y fuel bids submitted earlier th~s year were identical. Durgin said the spokesmen stated that Portsmouth coal companies refuse to eng_age in competitive bidding. He said they indicated, however. that coal prices may drop in th~ near future when the c. H. Sprague and . Son company begins transportmg more coal into this area. The board granted permission to the Portsmouth Exchange club to sponsor a football game either Nov. 12 or 18 at Alumni field for the benefit of the club and the Rockingham County polio drive. The game will be played between Portsmouth and Dover high school alumni. In other action, the board adopted a resolution on the death of Edward Seybolt; l'ICcepted a letter of thanks from the Lions club for cooperation at the club's penny sale; and gave the Sherburne PTA permission to repair the school's curtains. Director Carl E. Erickson for his "outstanding" work. Matthews told the board that Erickson is "a mar, vel. , . he has everything at his · fingertips." The board referred to its schoolhouse committee a request from the Haven-Parent-Teacher association for permission to erect recreation equipment in the school yard . This was sent to committee after several m e m b e r s questioned The ~950 school department budwhether the school department's get will be conside1·ed b ti present -Insurance would cover acschool board at a regular f le cidents in the school yard. at 7:30 pm today. e mg Financial matters also came up , School Supt. Raymond I Beal for discussior. when the board said the board's committee; will adopted a recommendation by Cox present reports. that $2,500, originally appropri- ; Meanwhile, City Manager }~dated for a visual education proward C. Peterson reminded munigram, be used to purchase procipal department heads that bud: jectors for schools who do not have gehts must be filed with him by · them. The $2,500 is not needed for T ursday, visual education films because Louis deRochemont has donated 1 36 films to the city. Cox estimated 1 that approximately $1,300 of the $2,500 may be needed for the pro- I The finance committee of the jectors. • • * recreation board of directors met yesterday with City Manager EdCOX STRESSED that the purward C. Peterson to consider the chase should not be completed if a review of the school department's 1950 budget. Benjamin A. Tober, John 'E. budget indicates funds a.e not Kane and Herbert R. Hagstrom available. However, Beal reported earlier in the meeting that a balwere present. ance of at least $149,000 remains in the school's treasury and that it will be sufficent to operate the department for the remainder of the year. He reminded the board that the 1950-51 budget must be compiled in D~cember. /Boa-rd to Study School Budget fl~ m: I Recreation Heads Discuss Budget\\•i I I Cox, Durgin and Mrs. Miriam Margeson were named to a committee to seek a new 'attendance officer. -------- gz �8--3 Teachers Salary Boosts ,School ~ye ~linic . Board Awards·j1. :t.l Hike Budget by lJS,305 Goof of lions Cfuti S~~ool Contracts I It will cost Portsmouth an additional $35,305 to educate Its ch~ldren next year the Bchool board fnrllcnted lMt night a8 it unanimous Y app1·oved a rec~rd $583,287 budget ,to be placed before the city council Ior final sanction. August Sale Here 15' Totaling ,$5,843 The Portsmouth Lions club plans to open an eye cllnfc in local Contract., tor $5,843. in .school repalra were awarded last :nlgbi by the boa.rd of education•, &ebool- schools ff a. ulefield acheduled for Aug. 12 at AlUlllnJ Ja a financial prevent traffic from being rerouted success. through the New Franklin school Th e Portsmouth club ts being grou nd s while th e Woodbury av- aided In Its drive for funds tor enue overpass ls being constructed. • • • e.vesfght conservation by the Lions clubs ot Hampton, Exeter, Durham, SEYBOLT SAID th at 8 great Dover and Rochester. hazard for the children would reIt sult and that the board should was reported today that during A $2,500 drop In the textbook see that traflc was bared from us- the year ending July 1, 1949, the/1 budget, plus smaller, slashes. In I Jng the property as a through way. local organization aided 21 persons funds e~r~arked for supervisory . Matthews retorted that the prop- who needed help Jn connection clerks, Jtm1or and senior high erty is owned by the city. He With eyesight problems. Several ot school clerks and Insurance, en- claimed the board does not have these persons were supplJed with abled the board to reduce ex- jurisdiction over its use. He recom- glasses and the club also WM of penses by $3,310, Beal said. 1 mended police supervision of the a~slstance to a person neeoing • • • area if the city found it necessary surgery and hospltallzatlon. A FEW ADDITIONAL expenses to detour traffic by the school. I • • • will offset any decrense. however. Cox argued that the presence of THE SALE will be preceded by The largest Item, outside of sal- 8 policeman would be "no guaran- a band concert at 7 Pm and the aries, ls for the retirement fund, tee" against accldents, since the sale itself Is to get underway at 8 which wlll be $1,469 higher this children could easily evade only o'clock. year than last. one guardian. A final meeting tor pri;paratlon Other Increased items are superJohn W. Durgin, Jr., said, "a ot plans and presenting ot reports vision, up $500; future appointment chnin i;hould be stretched across by the various commltliees Is to be o: a new truant officer and guld- the overpass to prevent all t:;affic held July 25 at the Pannaw~ club. ance counselor, $920; janitors sal- from coming into the area. Fea~urlng the .sale will be hun-1 arics wll! be boosted $50; water, • • • dreds ot valuable gl!ts including a $200; health, $92; transportation, AFTER CONSIDERING several televlslon set, an electric refrJgera~400, and the fixed per capita tax, courses of action, the board direct- tor, a washing machine, a three$18. ed the building committee a nd piece living rooms set and electric Beal told the board that ap- Chairman Seybolt to discuss the clocks and toa.sters. proximately $5,000 of the added matter with City Manager Edward _ _ _ _ _ __ The increase ls due largely to teachers salary hikes and a 1 d I I th f It p anne ncrease n e acu Y, School t d Supt. Raymond I. Beal re""th t th I J por e . ' 'Tl ou e sa ary ncreases, the school department could have cut Its requirements by $161 Beal added. School TBoa.rd M expenses ls for salaries for two c.AP;!~~;s~· from the Rev. Thomas :5\tladditional teachers at the Went- F Duffy of the Church of the Imworth school this ,tnd thefaculty plan- n1"aculate Conception to h_ave the ned addition of fall another b t Catholic Youth Organization use Portsmouth's mem er nex year. •the Junior high school gym for bas- Will meet at 7-3~oard ot education BEAL'S F;G;RE~ led Chair- • ketball two nights a week from 6:30 school departm~nt :f~c!°i~a~it;th t~i8 to 8 o'clock was granted. . School Supt. Raymond aa · man John E. Seybolt to estimate It was stipulated that janitors said routine business ls on the· Be 1 agen-1 that the Increased school departfees be charged during practice da. ment budget may result in a $1 d th g l rental fee sessions an e re ar paid ad- IbUon However, thesupplementary city council's school reJeclncrease in tax rate next chnrgcd when gnmes ot I\ $5,200 ye11r-J£ thethe citycity's council approvrs I d uwith I: eets on,ght / hou.se cqmzwttee, ..-""1C, contract 'for-~~r,. ,~ ot • the l'lattacut ·40hool weht "1Q Edward H. Paterson low · bi4atf among seven ~O<lal cohtractors. The blddllrs were 1 Paterson, $5211: S Gordon Task; $726; Maynard . L. Young, Jr., $616; F. A. Gray & 0 $665; Paul A. King, $7611; A, R. Hope • & Oo., $614; and Stanley.· w. ,Porey, $776. • , t, , Young was awarded a $~75 contract 1 to paint the exterior Of, the Haven school. Other bidders were Task, . $735; Gray, $850; Pat.erson; $875; King, $685; Hope, ,$718; and Dorey, $776. I • • • A $127 CONTRACT was awarded to Dorey to paint the · Wentworth school tower. The other bidders were Task, $145; Young, $150; Gray, $275; Paterson, $195; and King, $135, i Albert Pio was awarded a $596 contract to repair the Farragut , school root. Other bidders were the Packard Construction Co., $3,156; and the E. L. Paterson & Son company, $1,856. Pio also was engaged to repaJr 'the. Haven school root and wtaU new gutters !or $3,055. The Packard firm bid $4,465 and the Paterson company, $4,665. A contract for new doors at the Sherburne school was awarded to the Paterson firm which bid $179. The Maxam Co. bid $180. The Gersh Electric Co. will Install new lights at the Senior high school for $785. The Gersh 1lrm was the only bidder on the high school project. I I the S<hoot b"dgel ln l~ p,es,nt form. Proposed appointment of a combincd truant offlcer nnd guidance counselor-consJderf'd since the rerrnt retlremrnt of Tru:mt Officer nlchnrd D. l\1cDono11gh-wns In- 1 lrodurrd by a spet'i11I rommittrc. ' The proposal wns ncrepted after 1 co11sidernblc rli~cusslon but the I board took no definite action on the matter. Ellis T. Cox, sperinl committee rh11lr111nn, snlrl his group suggested that the counselor assist students In selecting courses and vocations. • • • BEAL REMINDED the bo.1rd that five teachers now handle ; guidance work on a part-time basis, but the board expressed approval of a full-time counselor. E. Curtis Matthews, while stating the counselor "could handle the whole Juvenile delinquency problem," suggested the expenses of the counselor be paid by some agency other than the school department. Matthews' suggestion received no support, however. Hottest debate of the two-hour session was over Seybolt's recommendation that steps be taken to miss arc pSaffo,d aye • Jon•!• D. D., s,Jd. UdgetThe Is not on the agenda D,.ons Wllllam ,chool boa,d ,.,; Be .,:, 1 proposed the motion grantmg the been notified o!!lcially o! the c CYO petition but Dr. Cornella B. cu ·, action. ounWalker objected on the grounds · that the gym "ls too crowded now." • • • COX CON'l'F.NDEl> that regular school nthlcUc activities are fin!shed before 6 o'clock. and the board gronted the petition. In other business, the board approved the appointment of I\Irs. Mnrg11rct Prny lo the $160 a month school denial hygienist .lob on the recommendation of Beal. A petition from the Greenland, Rye and New Cnstle schools to borrow educational films, also was approved. A petition fromthethefootball Knights of Columbus to use field Nov. 20 for a game between the high school alumni and the Dover . high school alumni was approved, the proceeds to be donated lo the Polio fund. Kushious to L·ectcl- . Orchestra at 1\\~ Summer School For the second summer, David Kushlous, director of music In the Portsmouth schools, Will serve as orchestra director !or the University of New Hampshire summer youth music school at Durham, Aug. 15 to 27. More than 225 high school music students from 12 states already have enrolled. Kushlous, who received his degree In music from the university in 1942, served as director at last summer's session. Director of music fn Portsmouth schools since 1943, Kushlou, also taught at the Keene Teachers college sumfler session in 1945. • • • SEYBOLT ALSO brought up the question of the playground at the Sherburne school which was cut Beal, In hls report, said the final into by the state during construc- 1 enrollment figures for all schools . tlon of the new toll road. The 1· stands at 3,169. He also said . that 'schoolhouse committee was di- , the High School Athletic assocla• rected to request the state to re- tlon reported a balance of $1,358 : store the playground to its original on Nov. 1. size. - .._..,_.. ------ , �. I ·Board Boosts s. Salary $500 · spite 'Prop·;iety' - Registration Opens For Local Schools Children who will attend~~, mouth schools for the first time this ~ear must register this week. I - Durgin argued, "The public won't like that view. I can't see a raise for the ruperlntendent when we aren't sure we can pay the teachers." ' "We're going to .pay the teachers 1 accordlri.g to our agreement," SeyThe Rev. James E. Mccooey, bolt asserted, "and we'll pay them D. D., pastor of the Church of the aa long as the money holds out." "That's what I mean," returned Immaculnie ConcepLlon, announced yesterday that a fow·-room auxillDurgin. • • • ary building will soon be conThe boo.rd of education last night DR. WALKER THEN took up the structed to supplement Lhe present 1 paased. c-ut a $500 raise in salary to cudgels on Durgin's side of the ar- St. Patrick's school building. 1ta auperintendent, Raymond I. •-nd 1 th t , 't Bids wlll be submitted by the gument, con.,.,. ng a 'you can end of this week for work on Lhe ~eal, increasing bis annual wage to rob Peter to pay Paul in school oper- structure to be built a.t the corner .,6,1100. atlon." But it took· the board nearly an The freshman member of the· of Winter and Chatham streets. our to debate the proprieties o! board, Ellis T. Cox, asked . to be Father McCooey explained that ndJng the 11uper!ntendent an "un- "briefed" on the teachers' aalary ~creased enrollment makes the addltiona.l" raise while leaving the 1t ti d ft Ch I an Sey d1t1onal space necessary for use by w:hers' salary hikes "contingent" sbolt ua on an a er a rm • Grade 1 and 2 pupils. compiled, Cox observed, "from j upo~ ",available funps." reading the papers It would seem to ~aslzlng that he did not ob- me that the city council has express)ect tc)~'glvlng Mr, Beal a pay raise," ed Its disapproval of the pay in-. I I John Durgin, Jr., said that he creases for the teachers when they believe<.!\ tha.t "In fairness" to the saw flt not to grant our request." C 00 teachers the superintendent should Cox then wondered, "Where do we ~ I\ "take bis '.tJiances on the availability get the money to pay the raises if City Manager Edward C. Peterof fund!! al;~ng with the teachers." our budget ls accurate?" son announced this moming that Durgin a.n~ Dr. Cornella 13. WalkMrs. Pearl Gray replied, "We've sealed bids for reconstruction work er sta.rted t1,'lf:lr opposition to the always had enough. This year we on the state trade school on Islingpropo.41al 11hor: V, after board chair- turned $8,000 back to the city." ton street, damaged by fire recentman John E. .feybolt moved that_ Another board member, James E. ly, will be received at his office unBeal be 'il"&nted~ the $500 salary I Whalley, contended that the ques- tll 11 nm, Aug. 16. boost. , tlon of a raise for Beal and the The work, which will cost about I • • ~ · matter of Increases for the teachers $2,000, consists of replacing bu111ed TO SUPPORT HIS ~otlon, Sey"are not analagous." timbers and flooring and painting, bolt said that it was 1,11,e Intention • • • Peterson said. of the boa.rd's fins.nee 00 fmlttee to "THAT'S A MATTER of opinion, The city also wm receive bids on bring Beal's sala.ry to a. 1:'\Vel comMr. Whalley," Durgin snapped. ·1city-owned land off Lafayette road, 1 mensurate with those of oti'ler city In an attempt to pour oil on Kearsnrge way and Madison street. superintendents 1n the state \ the troubled waters, Sey,bolt said , .Seybolt listed salaries p~ld ~-_Alsethat he believed tihe members "are where as follows: making a mountain out of a. Dover, $6,375; Rochester $6 22111- molehill." and to be increased to $6,575' He explained that the teachers 1949-50; Concord, $7,000, and to be would get the raise as far as the Increased to $7,400 In the coming board could pay. Adding that Beal Three Portsmouth h :gh school year; Manchester, $7,275, plus $5,• ls paid partially by the state and · teachers have been 1mLiated into 275 to a.n a.sslstant superintendent; Is considered a state employe, al- Kappa Delta Pi, an honorary eduNashua., an acting superintendent" though he works for the local cationnl society at the Umvers1ty receives, $5,035; Keene, $6,775, to· school board. or New Hampshire. , be raised· to $7,000; Somersworth, Dr. Walker's attempt to amend They are Miss Margaret M. Bal$6,175; Berlin, $6,775; and Exeter, Seybolt's motion tihat Beal's pay lard. head of the history de.partf5,776, to be raised to $6,000. · be raised by making It contingent ment, Miss Virgini:1. A. Griffin, Immediately, Durgin began to on funds was not accepted by the mathematics Instructor, and Kenquestion the chairman ·as to the chairman and finally the $500 neth J, Lang of the physics departstatua of . the teachers salary inboost was voted with only Durgin ment. 4'1'~~ in v1~w of the clby council's and Dr. Walker voting against it." Also ac~epted into sociely memtusa.1. tp appropriate an additional • • • ber-,hip was Miss Lucille Sterlmg of $5~00 to cover the cost. BEAL WAS RECALLED from Wallis Sands road, Rye. Miss 1 ' ·,' • • • the "Slberla" of his office to which SLerhng Is a teacher in a Portland, •SEYBOLT EXPLAINED that be- : he had been exiled during the 40- Ore., grade school. ginning 1n September the teachers minute discussion and the board The four teacners we1 e part of ~ be paid according to the raises ; swiftly cleaned up the remainder a group of 42 summer students Rt approved by the poard and that ' or Its agenda. the univer.,ity initiatect aL recenL •·,vm• continue as long as we have In other business the board voted ceremonies. the money to ,pay them." to: ------He added, '.'If we the Point Grant a year's leave of absence where we ca.n no longer pa.y their to Walter H. Hargreaves, a meeala.ries, we will be forced to cl03e chanical arts teaoher. the scllool!. we ~•t spend money Pay bills totaling $6,316. that the councU ha.m't given UI to Express Its appreciation to the nd." Portsmouth section, National CounGrant ihe schoolhouse commHtee cil o! Jewish Women, for the work done by the organization In Ameri- power to open and award bids for repair work to various school buildcanization cours~~ ings. t2 Members Cite Conditional Hike Given Teachers· I § Parochial Schooli To Build Addition I I 1f/· hi C•ty See ks B•ds f or S h ( Repair Local Teachers~ *j In Honor Society I reaeh Kindergarten and grammar ! school registrations can be made at the school department office in city hall from 8 am to 5 pm until Friday. Registrations for the Junior hlgh school will be taken Thursday, Friday and next Tuesday at the Junior high school from 9 am to 12 noon and from 2 pm to 4 pm. High school registrations will be taken on the same days from 8 am to 4 pm, at the high school. 'l'he registrations apply only to pupils who will be attending school here for the first time. Children must be five years old before Jan. 1, 1950 to enter kindergarten and six years old before the same date to enter the first grade. No exceptions wf11 be made to this rule, the school department explained. PHS Class of '29 Conducts Reunion At New Castle t> ?> l\1ore than 80 persons altended the 20th reunion of the class of j 1920 al Portsmouth high school recently at the Portsmouth Yacht ' club, New Castle . S11ecial guests included Clarence C. Sanborn, former headmaster, and l\lrs. Sanborn and Miss Margaret Ballard , class advisor. John Sweetser, class president, gave the address of welcome and introduced guests. Warren Hutchings gave the invocation. Fred G. Ward was master of ceremonies. Notes from classmates unable to attend were read by Helen Ilarris Yennard while Carl Abrams gave the class prophecy. + + + I AW AHUS WERE l'ItESEN'l'EU to Laura Brewster Johnson of College Point, N. Y., for traveling the greatest distance to attend; llope 1 Trueman Paul, longest married; ; Carl Abrams, most recently wed; Inez Odell Hersey, most children; Verna Ball Pond, youngest child; James O'Leary, most bald. The four class officers, Mr. Sweetser, Elizabeth Newick Crilch- 1 ley, vice president; Mr. Ward, treasurer, and Margaret Durgin Sawyer, secreta1·y, were all presenl. H was voted lo hold a 25th reunion in 1954 with Mr. Sweetser and Mr. Ward co-chairmen assisted by Valentine Lear, Mrs. Yennard, Mrs. Paul, Mrs. Merton Walls, Mrs. Ralph Hammond, l\Trs. John Peterson and Miss Vivian Brown. I I �PHS Class of '19 Holds Reunion School" Building r_ Group to Meet O 'f The board of education's special committee, studying possible construction. of a new higb school, will present its report at a regular meeting of the school board at 7:30 Pm, Tuesday, School Supt. RaYmond I. Beal today said the committee has been surveYing several possible locations for the proposed new school. / School Officials To Air Tuitions 10 (')' The school board's finance committee will meet at 8 tonight at the city hall office with spokesmen · for the New Castle, Rye, Greenland and Newington school boards to discuss a possible increase in school tuition. The committee wm report to the entire board at a regular monthly meeting at 7:30 pm tomorrow. The special builuing committee which has been studying sites the proposed new high school, also will report tomorrow night. ' t fo; - -·- Local Teachers,!\ To Participate in· State Convention REUNION REGISTER-Officers of the Portsmouth high school class of 1919 are shown as they signed the register ai the 30th reunion last night at Dover Point. They are, left to right, Col. Henry B. Margeson, USA, president; Mrs. Louise (Butler) Hartley, vice president, and Benja~ F. Lizio of Beverly, Mass., treasvrer. O~a~iendsh!ps were renewed last night as 80 members of Ports- mouth, vice president, and Dr. Ben. the longest distance; James McWiljamin Lizio of Beverly, Mass., mouth high school's class of 1919 treasurer, addressed the group. Iiams, who came from Washington, met at Simpson's in Dover Point. Three former teachers of the class, D. C., the second longest distance; Changes of the last 30 years since Mlss Florence Hewitt, Mrs. Laura their graduation were revieweq as Sumner and Miss Katherine Beane, to John Thompson of Lexington, "students"-and some of their former all of Portsmouth, were introduced. Mass., who has the most grandchiltea.chers sat down to a lobster bandren (three) ; to Mrs. Bart Dalla • • • quet. MISS HELEN QUINN presented Mura of Portsmouth, Who has six E. Blls., Maniner, present PHS prizes to Mr. Dennison, who came children, for the largest family; to headmaster, was guest speaker. Mrs. Pauline (Davidson) Heeney of The Rev. Roscoe Foust, D.D., a Rye who has been married the lonmember of the class who now is gest time, 29 years, and who 1s mothpastor of the Church of the Ascener of the oldest child, 28; Richard· sion in New York City, gave the McDonough of Portsmouth who has invocation. Col. Henry B. Margeson, Work on a new city directory the youngest child, who is four; to USA, class president, welcomed the will start Monday, a spokesman Mrs. Jessie (Schurman) Scammop group. for the H. A. Manning company of Portsmouth who has been mar• • • of Boston anntunced today. GEORGE H. DENNISON of Five interviewers will start a ried the shortest time, two years, Pittsburgh, Pa., awarded bronze house-to-house canvass to obtain and a special prize was awarded to' medals for class service and particl- the names, addresses and occupa- Howard Gray of Portsmouth. • • • pation in high school activities to tions of all residents over 18 years Colonel Margeson, Dr. Foust, of age. The interviewing will take EACH CLASS member gave a Manning Simpson and John about two months and the direct- short biography of himself and letThompson. A fifth medal for Alvin ory is expected to be ready for ters from absent members were read. Dares of Pompano, Fla., was ac- publication late this fall, the Mrs. Blanche (Pettigrew) Mitchell cepted by Watson Dares of Ports- spokesman explained. and Frank M. Marshall sang. Mrs. mouth. The compam,'s representative Dora Sanborn accompanied Mrs. Mrs. Hazel Manning of Wolfe- said that questionnaires will be left Mltohell and Mrs. Mitchell was acboro 1·ead the old class prophecy. at the homes if occupants are away. companist for Mr. Marshall and for Earl R. Pace of Portsmouth was He asked for public cooperation community singing. toastmaster. Three class officers so that the questionnaires can be The Rev. Robert Quirk, OSB, of present, Colonel Margeson and Mrs. filled out and mailed to the com- j St. Anselm's abbey in Manchester, LoUlle <Butler) Hartley, o! Porta- pa,ny, rave tile benediction. Canvass to Start On New Directory I Miss Alice E. Jeffords, principal of the New Franklin school, will participate in a panel discussion during the general sessiq,n of the 95th annual convention of the New Hampshire · State Teachers association·. in Manchester Thursday and Friday. - Miss Jennie M. Shannon of the Portsmouth high school faculty will preside over a meeting of modern language instructors. More than 3,000 teachers are expected to attend the two-day assembly. Business to be considered by delegates includes the legislative program inv-olving the restoration of state aid to schools and the teachers' retirement bill, teacher Welfare items and the election of officers. . Panel discussions will weigh the question, "Does New Hampshire Need a Teacher Tenure Law?" PTA to Observe "30th Anniversary ~b~ Haven Parent-Teacher association will mark the 30th anniversary o~ its founding at a 7:45 Pm meetmg tomorrow at th e school, Mrs; :ffoward Lee of Portsmouth, vice president of the N Hamp h' ew s Ire PTA Congress will speak on "30 Years of Ac.hi ment." evep'a st Presidents and charter members will be honored guests ~rs. Walter Woods is Progra.m" chairman. Refreshments Will be served by mother s of "Grade 4 PUPils. �Teachers to Sign Anti-Red Oath ,.'4 As School Opens A new school year begin tomo1Tow, and one of the first assignments facing Portsmouth's 137 public school teachers will be to sign the eachers oath. Required by a 1949 legislative act, the oath requires all public school teachers to swear they are not members of any organization that advocates overthrow of the government. Penalty for failure to sign Is dismissal fro!Jl any public school teaching job in the state. Supt. of Schools Raymond I. Beal said today he was sure Portsmouth teachers would all sign. * * * "I K OW ALL the teachers pretty well and feel sure there are no Communists here," Beal said. "Besides," added the superintendent, "if I became supicious of any teacher being a Communist, I would conduct a thorough Investigation and dismiss any found to be Communists." Beal will hold two meetings for local teachers to sign the oaths. Junior and senior high school teachers will meet at the Junior high school Sept. 21 and the elementary teachers will meet Sept. 28 at the Farragut training school. Lighter, brighter classrooms and some new teachers will greet many of the 3,100 pupils when they report tomorrow. * * * Jpils in Three Grade~ 1 o Get Dental Checkups N. H. Schools Get 1 mitted to parents, and children School department officials to- whose families could not afford day made plans for a dental and dental work were treated through phy~ical examination of Grades 4, ,pecial charitable funds. 7 and 10 as School Supt. Raymond Mrs. MacDonald also reported I . Beal announced that Inspections during last year's school terms re- that conferences were held with vealed that 70% of the pupils in parents, school, nurses, principals, various grades require dental at- teachers and representatives of welfare agencies. tention. * * * Beal said 950 of the t377 chilTHE PERCENTAGE of children dren in Grades 1~6 examined had dental cavities as well as 408 of in Grades 1-6 who need dental atthe 577 pupils examined in Grades tention includes Farragut, 85 %; Haven, 80 %; Whipple, 74 %; At7, 9 and 10. The superintendent said school lantic Heights, 72 %; Wentworth, nurse!j will give dental and physi- 63%; New Franklin, 73 %; Shercal examinations to Grade 4, 7 and burne, 68 %; and the Lafayette 10 pupils this year and if there is school, 33 %. The percentage according to sufficient time a dental examination will be made In other grades. grades includes Grade 1, 63 %; Grade 2, 71 % ; Grade 3, 72 %; Grade * BEAL SAID the examinations 4, 70 %; Grade 5, 66 %; Grade 6, were conducted by Mrs. M. Patri- 70 %; Opportunity Class 1, 93 %: cia MacDonald, dental hygienist. and Opportunity Class 2, 91 %. She said dental reports were subOf the 207 examined in Grade 7 146 or 70 % need dental attention. In Grade 9 the figure was 154, or 74% of the 208 examined; and in Grade 10, it was found that 108 of 162, or 67%, required attention. * * School Days Return 1 For City's Childrel1· Federal Grants 1'~ WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 <APlNew HJtmpshire will receive $233,104 in cash grants under the federal school lunch program this school year, the U. S. department of agriculture announ<!ed. Surplus foods will also be distributed to schools. The cash fund is allotted on the basis of how much the state spends, how many schools participate and the number of chil-1' dren served. l ------- lParents Invited t7 To High School i Tomorrow N ight Parents of Portsmouth high school students have been invited by Headmaster E. Bliss Marriner to meet teachers and see school facilities and equipment at an open house at the high school tomorrow night from 7 to 9 o'clock. All teachers will be present in their classrooms and the visitors will have an opportunity to see an art display, shops, a dual-control automobile, a cooking class in the home economics department and other school activities. Coffee, milk and doughnuts will be served in the cafeteria. Parents will register at the high school office. Student guides will then escort th~m to any part of the building they desire to visit. The optm house is part of an observance by the local high school of American Education week. THE INTERIORS of the WhipThe Progressive party raised its familiar flag of protest in Dover ple and Farragut schools have been yesterday while school teachers there signed newly-required loyalty completely renovated. The Farragut school sports light oaths, but the back-to-school routine in Portsmouth and the rest of the pastel colors on the walls and state was accomplished amid methodical calm. fluorescent lights, besides a new •f- The Progressives turned out The Clipper minstrels, presented coat of varnish on all the woodfive strong to picket the Dover high last Friday and Saturday nights at school in demonstration of their work. the Portsmouth junior high school The Haven and Farragut schools objection to the loyalty oath law auditorium, realized $1 ,000 gross have also been repainted on the which the party fought against so proceeds for the Parents' Music outside and roof repairs have been bitterly in the State Legislature. club. made. . * * * A spokesman for the club said Half-a-dozen rooms at the senior LED BY HAROLD HORNE of there are still several outstanding Berlin, the party's candidate for bills to be paid and that club offihigh school ~ve been equipped MISS PAULINE HARRIS will 1 Congress in the second district cials expect a net profit of about with fluorescent lights and the become director of physical educa- last fall, the pickets failed to disboys shower room at the Junior tion for the elementary schools as rupt the procedure or to deter the ' '800. The money will be used by the high has been repainted and new assistant to Carl Ericks{ln, physl~al teacher • t club for various school musical shower heads Installed. education director and Miss While the teachers were signing groups. The new teachers and their Kathleen Shea will be director of the oaths, the pickets paraded music for the elementarv sc~ool s classes are: as assistant to David Kush1ous, around for about an hour outside, * * * attracting the attention of a handHIGH SCHOOL, Leonard Barnes, music director. ful of spectators who watched in Registrations of new ~tudents English and social studies; Albert silence. Portsmouth teachers are Diniak, returning as chemistry in- attending Portsmouth school;; ior scheduled to sign the oaths Sept. the first time were running heavy, structor after gaimng his masters degree at the University of New with a total of more than 428 at 21 and 28. Portsmouth's school population Hampshire, and Vir.tor Pomiecko noon today. The Wentworth school was lead- today, the first day of school, stands who will take over the electrical at 3,134, an overall increase of 34 . shop from Walter Hargreaves who ing with 91 newcomers. The total school population over last year, Supt. of Schools is on a year's leave of absence bethroughout the state is expected Raymond I. Beal announced today. cause of ill health. to run about 100,000 and may be a * New Franklin school, Miss Irene utner sc11ools showing an inTHE SMALL INCREASE in the record year. Belisle, Grade 4. crease were the Sherburne school number of pupils attending Ports* * * Lafayette school, Miss Ruth EdDR. EDWARD COLBY, state di- mouth schools this year was gained with an enrollment of 180 against wards, Grade ti, and Miss Olive rector of communicable diseases, 171 a year ago, Lafayette with 242 Geddis, kindergarten. said today he knew of no schools mostly in the Haven and Went- I against 231, and the Junior high Haven school, Miss Ann Melker, where there is to be a delay .in worth schools, while the high school with 688 against 653. Grade 6. Schools showing a smaller numopening because of the high inci- school and a few others showed a Atlantic Heights, Mrs. Barbara ber of pupils include the Senior slight decrease. dence of polio. Miller, Grade 1. The Haven school has 285 pu- high school with 716 against 722, Doctors have stressed that chilWentworth school, Miss Elaine dren are as safe at schools as any- pils against the 258 last year, and Farragut, 171 against 183, Whipple, Morsehead, Grade 3, and Mi~s where since the children are under the Wentworth, 321 against the 223 against 246, New Franklin, 194 Marietta Sewall, Grades 4 and 5. close observation and supervision. 304 last year. against 202 and Atlantic Heights, I * • * 114 against 119. School Minstrels} Net $1,000 Profit * I -~------~ * �Portsmouth Schools Schools to Test M si~~!' }~~!~i~.~AP,JlF ay Boost Tuitions 0r N b ea r y 4 Towns M H'k Port City, Durham ().\'i Ten New Hampshire schools are included in a new network of 500 "pilot" schools to be developed as audio-visual demonstration centers throughout the nation. These schools are all to begin f~nctioning d~ing National Audio- ' 1n1mum I e 1 1 .S.lt/ . Beal said that with the help of a ., _ _ federal subsidy the Junior high "I'M NOT WORRIED. We can't school cafeteria l!howed a $615 have all ideal classes." profit and that the Senior high school dinner program-handled by It was one of the few topics to ' the stuclents-resulted in a $452 draw comment during the entire profit. meeting. * * * Obviously concerned over the TOTAL SALES at the Junior impending crowded conditions, Four neighboring toWilS-llend- high school were $16,735 and exStowe Wilder suggested that the Ing 199 pupils to Portsmouth penses $18,619. He said a federal board's special high school comschools-may have to pay Ports- subsidy of $2,498 covered a $1,883 mittee "activate itseU." mouth a tuition increase of at least loss, leaving a $615 profit. Income John W. Durgin, Jr., said he had $40 for each pupil this year, the at the Senior high school cafetertalked with E. Curtis Matthews, board of education indicated last ia was $11,099 and expenses, $10,chairman of the committee studynight. , 647. ing a proposed new high school, But before taking final action on The resignation of Truant Ofand that Matthew said he intended the proposal which would boost ficer Richard D, McDonough, who to call a meeting of the group tuition rates for Greenland. New has held the post for 37 ye~. was "this month." Castle, Newington and Rye, the accepted "with regret." AppointThree new personnel appointboard decided to confer with ment of a successor was delayed ments were made. Miss Eil Pn Odizchool officials in those towns. upon recommendation of Beal who orne of Greenland was named to The tuition rates for high school \ said the matter should be given succeed Miss Alice M. Fontaine as students would be increased from "further study." secretary to Physical Education Dithe present $145 to $195 and the Beal said there Is a possibility rector Carl E. Erickson; Miss Carlevy for elementary school pupils that the board may decide to enolyn Gailey of Portsmouth was apfrom $115 to $H55. gage an attendance officer who / pointed Junior high school clerk * • • also would handle other school deto succeed Miss Barbara Schultz· THE ACTION c A l'rI E after partment duties. He said such an / and Charles T. Cullen of Ports~ School Supt. Raymond I. Beal appointment would follow a trenti mouth was appointed Senior high pointed out thllt the total cost for in "progressive" school systems. school janitor. each pupil last year was approx- ' * * * In other business the board: imately $196. He said that under I THE BOARD VOTED to send a Accepted a report from Mrs. M. state law last year, Portsmouth letter of appreciation to McDonPatricia MacDonald, school decould only assess the towns for ac- ough for his service. partment dental hygienist, who tual education costs. But under new Seven new teachers who joined said between 1,614 and 1,680 pustate legislation, Portsmouth can the local school department when pils were given four fluorine include transportation and other sessions opened last week were oftreatments last year. expenses in the levy, Beal said. ficlally elected. Three are assigned * * * Several other moves to fatten to the high school and the other ACCEPTED A REPORT fr om the school department's pocket- : four are elementary teachers. Beal Beal announcing that an additionbook were discussed · during the explained that 11 new teachers al school bus-'-at a cost to the city serene two-hour session. were hired this year, nine to fill of about $5 daily-is being used to A $2,300 saving was reported by \?Caneles ~~d two for newly-estabtransport pupils to St. Patrick's Ellis T. Cox who said Movie Pro- hshed positions. parochial school for special afterducer Louis deRochemont has The board was informed that noon classes to be held until the granted the school department a the total ,school enrollment is 3,school's new annex is built. "permanent loan'; of 36 visual edu- 156, 75 more than last year at this Heard various committees descation films. Originally, the board I time. Beal said that class enroll- ; cribe renovations in the schools had appropriated $2,500 for the m~.nts averag~ between 20 and 30. this summer. films but will now receive them Schools will be much crowded Accepted a report from Beal anwithout charge. as we go along," the superinten- nouncing that under new state law Cox explained that the "perma- , dent reminded the board members. all school bus drivers must be innent loan" means that deRoche- He said that the "first few·classes" vestigated by the school boards mont can "borrow" the films at are larger than in the past and that ' th ey serve. the school department's "conveni- crowded conditions will exist when I Approved $38,835 in bills. ence." In presenting the films to these pupils reach higher grades. Gave Chairman John E. Seybolt Portsmouth, Cox said deRoche* * • permissiol\ to sign bills during the ont waots to retain the right to BEAL'S DISCLOSURE prompt- absence of James E. Whalley, bills show the films at his home or ed the Rev. William Safford Jones committee member, who is ill. nearby gatherings when they are to remark that conditions in the Authorized a letter of sympathy not in use at local schools, kindergarten classes are "far to the family of the late Frank * * * from ideal." 1Han~com, who died recently after COX DESCRIBED deRocheDr. Jones said he recently con- serving as school janitor for six mont's donation as "a splendid £erred with a kindergarten teacher years. gesture" and added, "Mr. deRoche- who had completed a special mont has certainly done a lot for • course in that line of teaching the city, more :io now that he has and that she quoted education augiven us this film." thorities as recommending kinderThe board voted to send a letter garten classes of about 20 pupils. of appreciation to deRochemont. "Why we have as much as 41 Another optimistic note came in the kindergarten class at the from Superinte{ldent Beal who an- Whipple school, alone," Dr. J ones nounced that cafeterias at both the said. Senior and J unior high schools Beal /inswered : showed a profit last year. ¥e~::~1~:~i:fr~a:~1:u1:~~;~;1 Of $40 Sfud·1ed sociat1on, said today. Schools selected were from more ,!~~:i~~~d wt!os: :~~~~a::o~:e:::: committee. "These schools," national headquarters said, "will use powerful new tools for teaching American ideas of freedom and democracy." Among the New Hampshire participants are Durham Center school and Portsmouth junior high school._________ City to Erect ,11,,, 'Schoolboy' Signs _Twenty traffic signs-resem blmg schoolboys-will b in front of . e erected schools City M nine Portsmouth , . anager Edward C P eterso~ said today. · The signs, Which cost $27 h )Vill be erected in the cent eac ' streets bordering sch 00l er of cases as s. In some b d _many as three signs will e use m one area. School Board .P• tJ To Restudy Bids Portsmouth's school board will h?ld a special meeting Tuesday mght to reconsider bids for visual education equipment in the schools School Supt. Raymond I. Beal said today. A total of $2,763 in bids were accepted by the board at a meeting last week but Beal said the bids have been withdrawn because some them are below fair price regulations. Beal said the board was_ notified of the violations by equipment distributors. o! The bids will be studied again today by the board's schoolhouse and education matel'ials committee which will report at Tuesday's meeting. ~e~l said he has asked City Solicitor Artluu· J. Reinhart to determine whether a municipality is / governed by fair price regulations. It is likely tbat the mer- . ch_ants will submit new bids, Beal said. I By Officials Here I 0 �retiring after 28 years on the board, Mrs. Marion M. Badger completing a four-year term, and James E. Whalley, leaving office after eight years, were specjal guests. Dr. William M. Farrington and Mrs. Alice M. Lee were the only members-elect present. Herbert R. Hagstrom, Junior high school principal, also attended. I * • • . l0S1' OF TH agenda was routine except an appropriation of $2,763 for six visual education projectors. The total expenditure, however, will be reduced by a Central Parent-Teacher association donatlon of $842 towards purchasing the equipment. Considerable discussion centered on bids submitted by the Eagle Photo Supply company of 49 Daniel street and the Herbert H. Parker company of Cape Elizabeth, Me. I * * • ALTHOUGH THE Eagle Supply company's bid wa!l $11 higher than the other, the local firm was awarded a contract on a recommendation by John W. Durgin Jr. that " the trade should be ke~t 1~ Portsmouth when there is such a slight difference in bids." James E. Whalley reported that the schoolhouse and education committee recently met with City Manager Edward C. Peterson and discussed a playground area at the Sherburne school. He quoted Peterson as saying that state highway department officials will be consulted on the proposal. In other business the board: EVERY CE T FOR THE POLIO FUND-Lafayette school children are pictured at their circus performance presented Saturday for benefit of the polio fund. Left to right, Gary Carkin of 303 T\laxter road, Marcia Day of 46 Aldrich road, Shirley Clark of 344 Aldrich road, Robert Sunenblick of 677 South street, Connie Varney of 105 Thaxter road, Nancy Caswell of 66 Aldrich road, Carol Gove of 964 Islington street, Polly Varney of 105 Thaxter road (at table), Paul Clark of 344 Aldrich road, Anne Guptill of 27 Thaxter road (on horse) and Ronald Hollis of Little Harbor road. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Fund Circus Gives Lift to Polio 1-.., . * ~· Earn * *$5.50 * * *School * Pupils Plan * *Performance, Lafayette The emergency polio fund was increased $5.50 today as the result of a matinee circus performance, complete with clowns, dancing girls and a trained horse, presented Saturday by Grade 4 Lafayette school pupils. Connie Varney of 105 Thaxter road and Carol Gove of 964 Islington street originated the idea after youngsters in the class of Miss Annie E. Knight read a story about school children who produced a similar circus as a Red Cross benefit. Enthuslastlc cooperation of classmates led to Saturday's polio benefit In the Thaxter road back yard of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Varney. More than 50 children and adults attended. Rehearsals were held for a week until such acts as Marcia Day's hula hula dance reached a degree of perfection worth more than the price of admission. Robert Sunenblick drew applause for his clarinet solo, and Ronald Hollis not only performed acrobatics but also donated the services of bis pony for the entertainment of youngsters who enjoyed rides for a small donation to the polio fund. Anne Guptill was among the "bareback" riders. Clowns Paul Clark, Nancy Board Approves 11 Fair Price Buying.,,g Board Approves Hiring Expert on Portsmouth's school board last night voted to award bids for visual education equipment under fair nrice regulations. The bids were reconsidered by the board during an eight-minute session after distributors notified the buard that bids approved several weeks ago were lower than fair price regulations. As a result of the board's action, the equipment wll1 cost $77 more than the planned $2,763. School Buildil9~ Employment of a school building consultant to survey Portsmouth's high school needs was voted by the school board last night during a dinner meeting at the Junior high school. During the final meeting of the year, the board voted unanimously to hire John E. Nichols of West Hartford, Conn., to conduct a twomonth study on proposed construction of a new high school. l Caswell and Gary Carkin brought roars of laughter from spectators, and in a more serious vein, Mistress of Ceremonies Shirley Clark, a Grade 6 pupil, provided a vocal solo. She also predicted futures as a fortune teller. Songstress Carol Gove sang a comedy melody, and Connie Varney danced. The children completed the circus theme by selling popcorn, candy and lemonade. Proceeds, which were given today to the Portsmouth postoffice for forwarding to the polio fund headquarters, were accompanied by a letter signed by all children who participated in the circus. * * * j in the school department's l sue for improvements. His report on the $1 ,000 survey is expected to aid the school board's special builqlng committee in deciding whether a new building will be constructed or the present high school enlarged. * * * AUTHORIZED payment of bills totaling $11,679. , Heard Beal report that approxi1 mately $3,000 will remain in the 1949 budget account. Accepted Beal's report that between $20,000 and $25,000 remains SCHOOL SUPT. Raymond I. Beal said Nichols, a nationallyknown expert in school surveys will obtain data on births, migra~ tion into the city and Inspect the present Senior high school building to determine its present worth to the city. Last night's meeting was held in the home economics room of the Junior high school where dinner was served to present board members and those who will take office Jan. 1. Mrs. Pearl S. Gray, bond is- I Accepted Beal's report that 3,157 pupils are enrolled in Portsmouth schools. * * * ADOPTED WHALLEY'S recommendation that Athletic Director Carl Erickson be consulted before Alumni field is rented to organizations. Authorized Beal, Hagstrom and Headmaster E. Bliss Marriner of the Senior high school to attend a convention in Atlantic City in Febr~ary. J), I 4 I �Student 'b. o.,-··c:et:i A;t;n 9· Maybe their best friends won't tell them but E. Curtis p lsof the school board Matthews Bays or mouth high school graduates have -thatandbane of social success we'll whisper it- "b. o." \ ~ theJl he :f:~::- •. but"t>'an<f "I know I shouldn't bring this subject up but I feel It's so 1 ser ous1 It cannot wait any Ionger. have many complaints fromreceived employersMatlhews told the school and I'll use plain languageboard Tuesday night that it's that many boys and girls who because , the students are not graduated from our high taught how to keep themselves school have 'B. O.' " clean. And he cited the lt1ck The startled school board sat of .a physical hygiene course In silence and a few "sniffs" at the senior high schooL could be heard as Matthews His disclosure struck the urged "immediate steps" to school board like that wellsolve the problem. known radio fog horn which "]n addition to the comwarns about the dangers of plalnls I've received, I've also body odor. And then Matthews noticed It on my own. Apwent 'on to explain why i;ome parcntly the boys and girls of the graduates are probably were not taught how to take missing some kissing. care of themselves," Matthews Matthews said he was rcluctadded. ant to say It Asked by l\1allhcws whether wouldn't want It thl"because t • • P11Ysical • s o ge •~ ~ant hy~iene co1m,.,,. are taught in the senior high school, School Supt. Raymond I. Beal answered meekly, "only where they fit Into other subjects.'' Beal maintained that Matthews' statement should not reflect on the school system be·cause physical hygiene is taught in the seventh and eighth grades. Dr. Cornella B. Walker, familiar with the habits of youth, said she didn't think ~.he subject was necessary cause they don't wash themselves even if they're told to.'' Discussion ended without any action after Ralph A Llzio, a former Portsmouth teacher, fired this parting shot: 1 89 Peterson' Seeks $ Playground Pia~~ City Manager Edward C. Peter,son today said he will confer with state highway department officials . early next week 1n an attempt to '. learn the status of plans for ,. .new 1· ~herburne school playground . • -;lat- Peterson said the · o~lglna1 ground was taken by the state i construction of the new toll and city officials are now attempting to secure the same amount of land in the rear of the school. ro:~1 The city manager said the state ~;~ ~ffetred the city a piece of land ee wide and 300 feet long _However, Peterson says the cl • doesn't believe the land is adequa: ~or playground activities. He said te will seek an additional pl f lond from the state. ece o "The high anyway.'' school curricula I• adequate, D TlllS IS EDUCATION WEEK, Incidentally, and perhaps there are i--::=======-------------a few things you don't know about Portsmouth's school system. Here are a £cw {acts gleaned from the school department: The value of Portsmouth's 10 schools is conservatively estimated at $2,000,000-very conservatively, when you consider today's building costs .. , And while schools all over the state and nation are bulging at the cornerstones because they arc so crowded, Portsmouth is quite well off in that reThe Haven Parent-Teacher association mar ed the 30th anniverspect. None o( the elementary schools are up to their capacity in ensary of its founding last night at a meeting honoring past presidents rollment this year. The high school, however, ls crammed. There are and charter members. "/24 students regi~tered there this year in a building designed to take Mrs. Howard Lee, vice president of the New Hampshire PTA Concore of 660 ••. The Portsmouth school department personnel Includes gress and a pa~t president of the Haven unit, spoke on "30 Years of one superlntendPnt, 139 principals, directors and teachers, two school Achievement." nurses, a dr.ntal hygienist, six clerks, 14 janitors, an attendance officer Other post presidents attendingll--------------end a malntenanre man ..• All cmployes of the school department are Charter members present were were Waller S. Woods, Kenneth covered by workmen's compcns:ilion; they're granted 10 days sick leave Miss Agnes · McCarthy, Haven Young, Charles Black, Mrs. Fred a year which m:iY be accumulated to 30 days; they're covered by liability Frank Webber, Mrs. Robert Sterry, Mrs. school principal; Mrs. insurance, a,,d they may be pensioned after 30 years of service. A single Sherburne Wendell and Mrs. Rich- Woods, Mrs. Walter S. Woods and Htary schedule provides a minimum of $2,000 and a maximum of HarrY I. Caswell. Walter S. Woods man S. Marge11on. $3,500 for regular teachers with bachelor's degrees or their equivalent also ls a charter member. Refreshments, served by mothers 1 and $3,700 for those holding master's degrees. The estimated cost of of Grade 4 pupils, included a deco!ducatlng I\ pupil in Portsmouth schools this year is $176.03. The bonded ind<'IJtcd ,iess of the school department as of Nov. 1, 1949, was orated anniversary cake. During a business session it was $85,000. Thirty percent of Portsmouth's high school graduates enter '\ reported that the association has 226 college or other post-secondary schools. J paid-up members. , TIIF.RE ARr. so IE Tll:NG;, 1,:w""· u..t Po,l,moulh high A card party ls scheduled for · school d~s not 1>,,e-and Supt. of Schools Raymond I. B,al hlms,U ls \\•\lo Dec. 14 for the benefit of the school ,utho,llY fo•• u,;, Tho hlgh school h,s no ,dequ,le ,udito,lum o, , Two mo" o,g,nlullon< h"' athletic fund. The event will be ,afelodaa no <,mnaslum; no ,d,qu,l• gcound,.....nll" lot •P· i lolned • p,opo,ed ,tate-wld• dem• held at 8 pm at the school. proximately 175 feet by 259 feet; no room for expansion to accommodate \onstration to seek state ald for 1 It was announced that rehearsals lh• pupils now ,ncollcd In lh• klndecgut,ns and U,st two g,,d., wh.n schools f,om the L,glslalu" du<· are underway for a minstrel show they reach the hi~h school level. There Is antiquated equipment in the I Ing its 1950 session. to be presented next month. dcp,,lmonl; f,oilllies fo, • mod"n p,ogcom of physloal ,dud•· 'At meelln<s last night, the Fnnk The attendance banner was lion, intramural or competitive sports are non-existent. And Ports- ,~E. ·Booma American Legion post awarded to the kindergarten. \ mouth high school has the shortest school day of any similar school in and the Rye Parent-Teacher assoDr. Anna Philbrook of Concord, N•W H,mpshkO- What can be done about It? SuP"lnt,ndent Beal daUon ,ndo,sed the plan of School director of the New Hampshire recommends In hi!: own words, "A modern high school plant with ade- Board Member Ellis T. Cox for a mental, hygiene and child guldanc!l nualo ,counds lo m,k, ouc ,duoollon,l pl,nt oomplelo and odequ•l• to "ma" m,cch" to Conoo,d udY clinic, will be principal speaker at a joint meeting of the Haven and provide the hest i11 education for the boys and girls of Portsmouth. Each\ next year. improvement that we make in the learning opportunities of the children The Portsmouth school board Whipple PTA units March 22. DOW In our schools will be reflected in a brighter future for their gen- and the Sherburne and Whipple eratlon and their world." Just how soon that day of improvement will Parent-Teacher a~soclatlons also are come l~. o{ course, anybody's guess. · .. supporting the proposal. All The Scribbler knows ls that a* The organizations have of£ered special subcommittee o( the scl10ol transportation for local residents board i,; working on the project for planning lo journey to Concord on a new high school. Whether or not "New Hampshire Education Holl- 1 Portsmvuth will be able to raise the day" when complaints will be greenbacks to do the job Is anregistered with the Legislature and other question again. Whether a a demand made for slate aid to JO-Year History Reviewed At H·a ven PTA Meeting Leg·1on, Rye PTA n• 0 Endorse cox Pion ~ "''°" l completely satisfactory location can be found for the proposed new high 11chool building ls still another question. Only one thing seems certain: Port.,;mouth needs a new high school. Everyone seems to be agreed on that. - 1hft'!JUa &chools, ... �ol Board Proposes s March on Concor lo Secure Education .Goil-dea Seeks "tate-W'1de A'1d ~ 0 ~~tc1~:rl:~. ai:~·o~~:~~~ :-o~t.f~~~ ding, "Jf any cuts are to be made why they be made in all state shouldn't departments." it.:·~~; f:~~c:;:~onn ii~n~~/~~~. ~~t; whole democratic structure will In Novel Demand I • I 2 L . ocal P-TAs Back Mass ·Ma·rch Pian ' 'Jl.,\-=:;: Two Portsm'o uth Parent-Teacher associat10ns""fast night endorsed Portsmouth's school board voted the plan of School Board Member E(lis T. C~x for a st~te-wlde demonlast night to. sponsor a state-wide COX SUGGESTED that stale :stratlon and mass march on the Legislature for state aid to schools. demon~traUon and mass march on aid to schools be financed through The Sherburne and Whipple the a te capital In Concord early taxation-revenue from cigarels, Parent-ireacher associations not I Christmas," was pre ·cnlcd by Mr. in 1950 ln a vigorous effort to_ a~- liquor and horse racing. only approved the Cox plan but also and Mrs. Earl Chapmnn, Mrs. Denn sure state aid for New Hampshire s This proposal met immediate prQml~ed to furnish transportation , Mapes and Mrs. nussell E. Benschools. opposition from Durgin and Mrs. and; aeh<l delegations to Concord nett. Miss Patricia l\lcDonough The .unprecedented action was Margeson. Both maintained that on . "New Hampshire Education ' played the piano and Albert Rocktaken on recommendation of Ellis . the suggestion would result in an Hollday"-the day selected for the , well acted as Santa Claus. T. Cox who said all New Hampshire increase in taxation. But Cox ex- movement. John J-1cobsmeyer conducted an school board s~cretarles will be plained, "I'm not arguLng for an cox, who Introduced his pro- amateur hour during which Mr. asked to request every organiza- increase In taxes but why should posal at a· school board meeting and Mrs. John Stewart and l\1rs. Uon in their communities to join they slash education so much?" Tuesday night, addressed both as- Carlos Gould won pl'iztos. Refrpshthe movement. \ Mrs. Margeson fmthcr argued sociatlons at meetings last night. menls were served by mothers of Participants wlll then march on that "We can take care of our own He reiterated charges that the Grade 2 pupils. A recording of the the Legislature to demand restora- sch~ols. Why do we need the state's Legislature had been "unfair" party was made by Grant Jensen. , tion of state aid on a larger basis help ?" with the schools of the stilte when Mrs. Charles Paisley, chairman, than Is allowed at present. The • • • the total 1949 state aid appropria- Mrs. Mapes, Mrs. W. Coleman march to Concord will take place DR. WALKER rallied to the sup- tion was slashed from $2,000,000 Pearson and Mrs. Pei-ry Pinney were program committee members. on "New Hampshire Education port ~f Cox by maintaining that to $400,000. ... Holiday"~the date to be decided the present $400,000 in stale aid AT TUESDAY'S meeting, Cox IT WAS ANNOUNCED that later. On this day all employers In the st¥e will be asked to allow to schools Is "not enough ..for · the described the action of Gov. Sher- movies will be shown at 10:30 am workers to make the journey. entire state." I man Adams and the Legislature Saturday. A preview will be helcl "When it came lo slashing they · as "polllical degeneracy" and con- Friday night at the home of (the Legsilature) felt that educa-\ tended that "legal gymnastics" \ George Browning of 660 Colonial THE COX PROPOSAL was lion was pill that you, I and ev- were employed by the Legislatu~·e drive. A Christmas program also adopted by a 4 ~ 1 vote. Members Miriam K. Margeson, Wllllam Saf- erybody would swallow. They knew · when It decided tp delay slate aid will be given Saturday morning there would be complaints If other for schools until 1951. at the school. 'ford Jones, Cornelia B. Walker and appropriations were cut," Dr. WalkUnder the Cox proposal, School Cox voted In favor while John W. The Sherburne group voted to er stated. Supt. Raymond I. Beal wltl fC- purchase a past president's bar for Durgin, Jr., was opposed. Members James E. Whalley, Pearl S. Gra)' At this poi~ Cox suggested that quest all school boards in the Edward J. Shen; Increased naand Marion M. Badger declined to his proposal be adopted but silence state lo participate. In turn, the tional dues from 15 to 20 cents; vote; explaining that their terms prevailed until Dr. Jones reminded secretaries of all school boards will named Clarence Schirmer as manexpire- this month. · · Invite all organizations in their I ager and coach of the basketball the board that, "We should have In presenting his proposal, Cox vision beyond Portsmouth. The lit- communities to join in the march team; and presented gifts to all pointed out that the total state aid tle towns will need help before to Concord. The date of the dem- teachers and the janitor at the to schools appropriation was onstration wlll be set by a special school. 1951 and someone has to get the slashed from a planned $2,000,ball rolling." Dr. Jones then en- commlttce composed of repr~s~n-1 • Lt. Comdr. Frank Dawley, USN, 000 to $400,000 this year ·and he dorsed the proposal and It was ap- tatlves from each New Hampshire spoke on the Antarctic and showed described the action of Gov. Sherslides at the Whipple PT A meetschool board. proved. ... ... man Adams and the Legislature All businessmen will be asked to ing. ... as "political degeneracy." allow their workers to join the THE STRONG FEELING of A FOOD SALE was held before Cox charged that "legal gymboard members in regard to the demonstration. ... ... ... nastics" w,ere employed by the the meeting. Proceeds will be used Legislature's slash in state school Legislature when · it decided to DURING THE Sherburne PTA for the milk fund. aid was indieated earlier by Mrs. alt state aid to .schools until 1951. . Margeson's contention that "the Refreshments were served by meeting last nighl,.members voted }Ie stressed tbat t11e<felay "actuai- ' legislators should be hung," and to sponso1· a Girl Scout troop with Mrs. John McDonough and Mrs. ly means two years to .our schools." Mrs. Arthur Kinkaid as leader and Emil Peschel. Whalley's remark "Well, look at The Gracie 4 parents won an at• Mrs. Ralph Thompson as assistant the class of legislators you have 'jTHE' LEGJSLATURE has detractive banner. from Portsmouth." lender. cided It won't even consider state Christmas plans were made dur, A short skit, "The Night Before , Cox criticized the "austerity ataid tb schools durln'g 1950. That Ing a business meeting. titude" of the Legislature as "a <Please turn to page three) me,ans, we'll have to march to disgrace" and jidded, "They don't Concord, and convince them· how think education is as important as important the money is to the a new highway." schools of our state. If 5,000 or more people put pressure on the Legislature we're ~ure of getting the money,1o Cox salcl. · "It' seenJi odd that the State Education departm'ent was cut far in excess of any other departments. There an 80% slash In edu atlon f nofu!11g was I collapse If something isn't done for the schools," Cox emphasized. ,. ,. • .. • • • • • • . • • • I .. �B_Qa(d· Re qf . verses Stand: on' Fiv~ Organizations · Education J.&"1 Back Mass March Five Portsmouth area organiza• lions now have endorsed plans for a state-wide demonstration and "mass march" on the Legislature .. -· to seek state aid for schools next 1 year. , Latest to join the movement Is the New Franklin Parcnt-Teachl?r association which voled last night 'to support School Boar:! Memhe · Ellis T. Cox's plan al II meeting, Portsmouth's school board last "not the prerogative" of the Her statement drew a "verygood The Frank E. Boom a Amcrica night reversed Its stilnd on "the school board to sponsor a mass Mrs. Lee," from Llzlo who a~ded Legion post and lhe Rye. Slier Cox pfan" for slate aid to schools, march on the state capital ln Con• in apparent reference to Cox: burne and Whipple Pa re n t then boo led tuition rates for ap- cord or a state-wide movement "Some men have been carried ' Teacher associations also have proximately 200 students from five and his motion was supported by , away with _their own enthuslasQl, neighboring towns and elected Mrs. Margeson who later conI'm not In favor of mob psycho~ voted in -favor of the provo~al. logy" . Meanwhile, Cox is working on Stowe Wilder chairman for two tended the drive should be oon• years. • ducted by a "citizens' " committee, c~x claimed that the Legislature furiher plans for the unprecedentThe board's derision on the "can't even consider state aid for ed dcmonslrnllon and School Supt. DR. JONES said Cox did not schools during the next session" Raymond I. Beal ·is ready to con- Cox plan-although hinted for and he compared state aid to a l tact all school boards In lhe state. several weeks-came as a surprise I foresee a mass march on the Legis• "drowning man." Board secretaries will be asked to and drew lengthy dl5cUs51on dur• lature but Intended to "line up • • • request all organizations in their lnR the board's first meeting of school boards in the state to fa. 1950. The boost In tuitions was vor aid for all school systems." "WE HAVE the life preserver communities to endorse the plan. Cox admitted that "pressure pollbut we don't have a key to the Then all employers In ·the slate plnnned for more than a year, will be asked to allow their work- while the election o[ Wilder, a tics are not good and this is pres• lock," Cox added before Goldsmith rose to a point of order and sugers to journey to Concord early in member for fi ve years, was not sure politics" but added, "I feel 1950 to urge the Legislature Into expected. There were no other that the gravity of the situation j gested that the board confine dis• appropriating finnnclal help for nominations for the chairmanship well warrants my previous resolu- I cusslon • to the issue. Goldsmith's and Wilder was elected unani- tion." ; protest was sustained by Chairman schools. 1 He said his plan was to make the I Wilder and the roll call vote fol• The day of the demonstration- mously. Kennard E. Goldsmith, a new. Legislature aware that it should lowed. to be decided later-will be known Later, the board adopted Beal's as "New Hampshire Education member, spearheaded opposition consider an "interim measure" to to the plan previously submitted allevlnte a "critical situation" i recommendation that tuition rates Holiday." 1 be Increased for students attenplng Cox's · proposal w11s sanctioned by Ellis T. Cox shortly after the I throughout the stale. • • • Portsmouth schools from Rye, New by Portsmouth's school board earli- meeting got underway, • • • "l'l\l THE LAST one who wants Castle, Greenland, Newington , and er this week. · 1 AS SOON AS School Supt. Ray- a mass march on Concord. But I Stratham. mond I. Beal finished reading feel that we're shirking our dutlell Kindergarten rates were in• minutes of the December meeting to education if we don't follow creased from $75 to $115; gram• when the state-wide demonstration this through," Cox 11dded. mar schoot from $115 to $165 and was sponsored, Goldsmith moved Dr. Jones reminded the board the Junior and Senior high schools that the Cox resolution be strlck• . from $160 to $210. en from the records and his mo• that Gov. Sherman Adams has in• • • • tion later was adopted by a 7-3 roll dicated th at st ate aid for schoo~s BEAL SAID the changes in tuimay be considered during tJ113 11 t ca vo e. . i ti • tion rates are necessitated bY, in~ Goldsmith, John E. Seybolt, John year's special legs Ia ve sesSwn. creased costs of education. , He th At this point Goldsmi con- explained that it cost $113.80 to EJlls T. Cox,. Portsmouth schr-il W. Durgin, Jr., Mrs. Miriam K. board member and originator of a Margeson, Dr. William M. Far• tended that "an i nd ividual has educate kindergarten p up i 1 s, plan to demand slate airl for rlngton, Mrs. Alice M. Lee and placed . this board In politics ?nd $165.35 for grammar school pupils schools, last night was named to Ralph E. Llzlo voted for a reversal has put It on record as a political and $207.50 for high school stu• the advisory council of the New on the Cox plan while Cox, Dr. board." Goldsmith threatened to dents. The superintendent said the Hampshire Citizen's Commission Cornella B. Walker and the Rev. "bring in politics my own way" If average education cost per pupil for Public Schools at a meeting in William Safford Jones, D. D., were the plan was not dropped. Franklin. opposed. • • • throughout the state is approx!• The commission pl11ns "a lhorASKED BY Dr. Jones what he mately $233. The tuition rate in oul{h, Impartial Investigation of meant by "politics," Goldsml th re• Concord Is $250 and $190 in t:.e schools and a report to the citiplied "I say It's politics when a Nashua, Beal explained, member of this board calls the JOV· zens of the stnlc." 10 ernor 'a 'polltical degenerate.' ' ll also will "lnkl' ncccssnry steps <Continued from page one) Goldsmith obviously referred to ' lo promote favornble acllon on Cox's charge at the December recommend11tlon8 given to the , LeglRlnture." systems are fnlllng behind and meeting that slashing o[ education when they do manage to get aid it appropriations by Adams and the will cost much more to bring them Legislature was "political degenerCOX ADDRESSED the commission's !Ive-member organizational back to normal standards-that Is acy.'' committee nnd outlined plans for if state aid Is not forthcoming l~ Offering to put in her "twoa state-wide demonstration and 1950," Cox told the committee. • cents worth," Dr. Walker dis• • • • agreed with Goldsmith and added, "mass march" on Concord to seek Cox ALSO compared New "I fall lo see where It is related to "adequate" slate aid to schools. , Cox stressed that the movtment Hampshire's stale aid with those the political situation at all." will attempt to "open the door" for in other states. He said elsewhere: "We're here to see that our an interim measure calllng for in the country slates pay at least schools are well run," Dr. Walker temporary state aid to schools until 35 % "but in New Hampshire the stated, adding that she "felt like a a "suitable" formula for distribu- state pays less than 4% of the heel" when the school board tion of funds can be developed by education bill." "failed" to take action on reduced the Stale Educnllon department. Meanwhile, School Supt. .Rny- state aid for schools last spring. / "The plight of our small towns mond I. Beal has sent letters t'l •· • • is so serious that their education every school department In the !\IRS. LEE, another new mem• state asking cooperation in Cox's her, said, "I disagree with the pro... CPleaso turn to page three) plan for a state-wirle demonstra~ cedure and many people disagree tion early in 1950. Beal requestE'd with It." She maintained that the that all school board secretaries in school board llJl• "no Tight" to the state ask organizations In their recommend a mas• march on Concommunities to join the move, cord. ment. -- Concotd-,i.J!tg,rI ch • I i I ••• I Ellis Cox Name~ To Committee for School Betterment ~ Ellis T. Cox-11, I I 1- JCL"• "_'5n �~ eare I ~ge ~f ~'5 ndum Bill McIntire R~e-nt~{~ . City Could Lose o., ~ Gubernatorial Rink, Its Manager Plan, · Fo~ 1950 Campaign Rotary Club Told ' The bill proposing a -referendum on· Portsmouth's city manager systetn at the municipal election )n Novemoer Is ready to "breeze through" the State Senate. A Senate committee on judiciary matters gave the measure a "green light" through \he ·upper house yesterday when It reported the bill in as ••ought to pass." Senate majority leader Arthur J .l}einhart said he expected Senate action Tuesday on the bill sponsored by Por~mouth Rep. Sam Alessi. Angular John R. McIntire of Portsmouth today doffed his green felt hat and tossed it into the 1950 ) Republican gubernatorial race . Defeated when he tried for the nomination to the governorship in I 1948, 39,094 to 7,673, McIntire said today that he would campaign for · 1950 GOP approval on the same platform he supported last year. · One of Mclntlre's major proposals was the creation of a Portsmouth Port authority and with it the construction of a state-operated pier to handle shipping. I • • • • • • ONE VETERAN observer In Concord said, that the bill w!ll encounter "no trouble"· In the Senate where most of the members ale "enemies Of city managership." After !ta probable pas.sage by the Senate the Alessi bill, which would t,hrow Portsmout,h back to its old "weak mayor" system !If the majority of the voters baU,otlng approve . the referendum, will go to Gov. Sherman Adams !or signature. The judiciary committee ended · tts hea.ringe on the bill Wednesday afternoon after seven persons ·a.p• 1• j pearecl on the second day to urge ts paseage and only one opposed it. Members of the Rotary club were advised at yesterday's luncheon at the Rockingham hotel th at the city Is In danger of losing Its council-manager form of government. John Langmuir, president of the New Hampshire Federation of Taxpayers, told local Rotarians that even though the manager system Is well liked that alone Is not enough to keep it in force. "Political opponents may get out and work hard and possibly defeat your manager plan at the polls," Langmuir said. "THAT PLANK," he said, ·.,is still the most important part of my program. Portsmouth has to have new industry and one way to get it is through a port authority." "There is no reason," he said for a steel industry to seek a Joca: ,Uon in New London or Boston when we have the facilities that are available here in Portsmouth." McIntire Introduced a bill Into the General Court In 1947 seekIng the establishment of the {IU· thority and the legislators appointed an Interim committee to study It. l . ... ••• REPORT to ' . .. LANGMUIR SAID that manager plan victories in Claremont and Concord this fall were due to plain hard work by proponents of the system. He said he had heard Portsmouth supporters of the council-manager system "had done little to bring the Issue before the voters," and that "there Is a definite danger you will lose It." "Good government cannot be kept without hard work," Langmuir added. In praising the manager, plan, Langmuir said evidence frp~l'). studies of the manager plan i c tles all over the country showed to b , "definitely" the most ffective form of local government. , e w t , on to declare that "there I~ o sen• slble connection between dty_.. I government and party politlJ: " I IN ITS the 1949 General Court, the committee said REINHART said that moot of ', the- persons ,backing the referendum the port authority plan was "unwere "careful" to explain that they feasible" but Mclntire's proposal were npt against city managersh.lp escaped complete oblivion through the organization· of a five-man but felt that the "people should decommittee to continue the study. cide ' on Its continuance.'' , During his 1948 campaign, Mc- , "THE OLD M4YOR-COUNCIL Propanents of the bill at the hearIntire opposed a state sales tax, the • system Is just a popularity c ntest Ing on Wednesday were Portsmaut,h measure supported by his opR~. John Leary, _Lise LaBelle Payponent, Gov. Sherman Adams. The to see who runs the city," Langette, J\lessl, Carlos o. Hoboo, and sales tax bill was defeated in the muir stated. • Ed~ard J. Ingraham. Ira A. Brown General Court. and Miohael J . Whalen, both of He added that Dover, Portsmouth McIntire, originally from York, Portsmouth, also spoKe in favor of has been a controversial figure In and Clarem!)nt, all city managerpassage. New Hampshire politics since his run communities, were the only Rep, John F. Yeaton of Portsreturn from military service after cities In the state to boast of lower mouth was the only opponent of the World War II. Shortly after taking tax rates this year. measure to speak, before · the comI Jt1ittee.:wet1neM.a~ alttioUgh "'at-the' residence In Portsmouth, he at- 1 George Chick introduced Mr. tracted notice by his wholesale . Tuesday hearing the' opponents inpurchase of property through his · Langmuir. School Supt. Raymond , eluded Fred Cushtl\an, Nathan H. corporation, McIntire Enterprises. I. Beal presided. ·wells, George R. Chick, Wtyman P. • Boynton and HarryFH. Foote. , AS A REPRESENTATIVE In The only periion to actually atthe 1047 General Court, McIntire tack the ·city manager system was opposed the city manager charter Rep. Mary C. Dondero, , a former Q~ Portswo_y_tg_ mayor. ..;_ and advocated the adoption of a The Port$mouth board of regiscity finance commission, appointed trars will be in session three days I by the governqr. The city manager system was . before the Nov. 8 election. The board will meet from 9 am approved and ' the voters spurned the finance commission proposal,. to noon, 2 pm to 5 pm and 7 to 9 , McIntire, who has been serious!~ pm Oct. 20, 21 and 24 to consider The Alessi bill providing for a ill for several months, said toda:,, additions and corrections on the referendum on Portsmouth's city check lists. ,that he ls again "feeling okay." manager government 1s proving to Board members include Mrs. be one of the "stumbling blocks" In Gertrude Caldwell, chairman, Mrs. the "".ay of immediate adjournment Willena Byrns, clerk, and Lawson ,of the 1949 General court. S. Keen, Walter F. Beevers, George A 5B-page document, the referenH. Thorpe, Mrs. Ann Shea and Mrs. tdum \ blll includes the text of the Eleanor Pridharr charter 1n effect untll Jan, 1, 1948, which was voted out of existence by the people ot Portsmouth 1n Novem- • I • • • II • • • ___ ____ Long Alessi Bill v~ Stalls Leg,slatur: J>er, ,.J947. ' The Associated Press said that it Is .the length Of the charter text &nd a ·dozen techn1cal1tlea which mu.st be trpned out that ts holding up final engrossment of the bill. I Vote Registrars To Sit 3 Days Arnold in Bid ~~'\ qz For City Council, Backs Manager I A Portsmouth naval shipyard worker today entered the city council race and pledged support to the city manager form of government which faces a referendum test Nov. 8. He ls Robert C. Arnold of 40 Saratoga way, active In labor Improvement efforts at the shipyard, who described himself as a "firm believer" in the council-manager system. , Arnold said he ls seeking a council seat because "I believe that the shipyard-the city's largest Industry-should be represented In our municipal government." , ARNOLD'S * ANNOUNCEI\IENT * * I . assured city managership the support of at least eight candidates for the city council. Seven members of the present council-avowing their continued endorsement of the system-this week filed In a body for reelection. Arnold Is the first "new face" to enter the council race. Councilman Mary C. Dondero, outspoken critic of the councilmanager form of government, has not announced whether she will seek reelection. When Arnold filed with City Clerk Eileen D. Foley last night he also presented a sheet of paper containing the names of 106 supI porters. He said today that at least · one other list Is In circulation and that he will file It with th city clerk when it Is complete. • • • ARNOLD WAS BORN tn Dayton, Ohio, Dec. 29, 1898, the son ot Mrs. Odessa M. (Fenner) Arnold and the late Urse J. nolcl . He resided in Dayton until he was 17 and then joined the army. He served in the army overseas during World War I and was discharged In 1920 after three years duty. , He returned to Ohio for three years and jol11ed the navy. Shortly after recruit training he was assigned to the Portsmouth naval hospital and remained In the navy unlll 1027. Arnold was man-led Sept: 12, 1925, to the former Phyllis V. Worden, daughter of the late William F. and Ellen (Card) Worden of Portsmouth. They have two sons, A.,: I O'Brien Robert C., Jr., 21, and Richard G. Arnold, 13. • • • HE IS A l\1EMBER of the Am- erican Legion, the Navy Yard War Veterans association and is on the veterans' preference committee of th e New Hampshire American Legion department. . Arnold is employed in the transportation dc11artmcnt at the shipyard and is active on the wage committee, the Shop 02 committee of which he is chairman, the executive council, the central joint shop committee, the restaurant committee of which he Is chairman, and the main restaurant board. �Familiar Faces ~xpect~d In Two-Way City Election \) Q. Portsmoulh's two-way election · contest-less than a month awayattrncted its first candidate lale yesterday afternoon, amid lndicalions that a field of familiar faces would lake shape next week. ' Stowe Wilder, local Insurance man who has served on the school board for the past five years, filed his candidacy for reelection yesterday. MPanwhile, two other school board aspirants have publicly declared their intentions of running. 1 Roland I. Noyes: "I haven't got that far yet. I'm seriously considel'ing il. I guess I've got to make up my mind prelly quick haven't I?" Dr. Lester R. Whitaker: "I haven't decided yet. We'll have to get our applications in very soon." John Leary: "I haven't made up .. my mind yet. I'll know by the first of next week." ... I FRANKE. PATERSON: "I don't know right now. I'll decide later." City Election Contest Begins to 'Perk .Up'~ · O•f7 - • 1 : A former slate representative, a housewife, a navy yard employe, a real estate and insurance dealer and a local printer today loomed as possible candidates for thP city council in the Nov. 8th election. Latest to enter the political pieture were forme1· State Rep. John R. McIntire, already a candidate for the Republican gubernatorial nomination in 1950; Mrs. Florine Kinkaid of 10 Manson avenue, a 35-year-old civic worker; Everett R. Chapman of 100 Newcastle avenue, a supervisor machinist at the Portsmouth naval shipyard; Theodore R. Butler of 973 State street, executive of an insurance and real estate agency; and Ralph H. Atwell of 45 Richmond street, a prlnler and v~terans leader. • • • ALL BUT ATWELL have Indicated they may file with City Clerk Eileen D. Foley sometime this week. Atwell said he has declded not to run for the city council but may change his mind if he is "swayed" by friends who are urging him to seek one of the nine vacancies. McIntire and Chapman say they definitely will seek election, while Mrs. Kinkaid and Butler both said there is a "strong possibility" they will file this week. Pro-city manager forces found at least one opponent in the five be• ing named as possibie aspirants. 1 McIntire struck at the city manager form of government by declaring~ · "We ought to go back to our old way of government-the American 1 way." • • • l\lcINTIRE, who is making his first bid for city office in Portsmouth, insisted tliat city managership has "not brought us any great prosperity," but is "running us into depression." · Both McIntire and Mrs. Kinkaid emphasized that Portsmouth should concentrate on new industry. \· "I think Portsmouth has relied too much on the navy yard and that we should have some other kind of 1'1dustry here, no matter what it ls-something we can depend on," Mrs. Kinkaid said. She Is Ward 3 chairman of the Republican city committee, secretary of the Sherburne Civic association, a member of the Sherburne Parent-Teacher association and was an unsuccessful candidate for slate representative in Ward 3 last year. The latter arc Ellis T. Cox, a member of the board by appoint- I School Board Member James E. ment, and Robcrl E. Whalen, Whalley: "I haven't made up my youthful civic leader. Whalen said mind yet." he was under the impression thal l\Iayor Cecil l\1. Neal and School he had already met filing requireBoard Chairman John E. Seybolt ments, but Cily Clerk Eileen D. were out of the city today and were Foley explained that the proceunnvnllable for comment on their dure had nol been completed in plans. his case. ' One of the nine council posts ......... wns left vacant earlier this year THERE ARE SIX positions open when William J. Llnchey resigned on the school board. to accept the city marshal's posiTwo present school boarrl mem- tion . A similar situiiilon existed 1 bers-Mrs. Pearl S. Gray, who has on the school board after the death , served 28 years, and Mrs. Marion of John C. Shaw but In that case M. Badger, completing a five-year Cox was appointed by the council / term-will not seek reelection. to flll Shaw's unexpired term. ... ... Although no candidates have ASPIRANTS IIA VE until 5 pm filed for the nine positions open Oct. 24 to file with Mrs. Foley. If 1 on the city council, there are inthe present charter is rejected by dications that a majority of the the voters a special election will present councilmen may file late be held eiirly In December to con- 1 There were rcporls that l\Ir.:;. - sider a mayor, nine councilmen, · six school board members, threP. Margaret Smith, wife of James B. street commissioners and three asSmith, Wentworth and RockingAS FOR HER election plans, sessors. ham hotels owner, may enter either Wilder was born In New York ! Mrs. Kinkaid,...s aid, "Right now I'm the school board or council race. City Dec. 24, 1903, the son of the - - - - - thinking very seriously of running. However, Mrs. Smith commented, late George W. Wilder, a publish1I'll know for curtain within a few er, nnd Mrs. Gertrude C. (Stowe) dnys." "I havcn'l made up my mind as Wilder. Ile was educated In graclc yet." Chapman would be the second ......... schools at Redlands, Calif., attendshipyard worker to enter the coun' ed the Loomis preparatory school SIX PRESENT COUNCILl\lEN cil race. He said he is obtaining I at Windsor, Conrt., and was ~rarlalso haven't made up their minds signatures of voters and will file a untcd from Amherst college In petition early this week. 1!126 where he was a five-letter on rrrlccl Ion plnns while ,mother Chapman, a city managership The two-party system of governmnn In spol'ts. mrmhrr-Mrs. Mary C. Dondel'osupporter and active In social and He entered the insurance busi- ment will be upheld by City Countold 1he Porlsmoulh Herald: military organizations in the city, ness 23 years ago as a clerk for the cilman Mary C. Dondero in a de"What l do is none of your busihas been employed at the shipNational Fire Insurance company bate with John Langmuir, head of ness.' ' yard for 19 years. of Ilarlford and has been in Ports- the New Hampshire Taxpayers as- 1 Butler said he is "seriously" The replies of the councilmen mouth 15 years. He is senior part- sociailon, on "City Manager vs. considering a bid for the council, when asked whclhel' they will set>k ner of lhr John Sise & Co., of the Two-Party System" here Nov. but he, too, said his plans won't reelect ion follow: Portsmouth. 2 before members of the Plscata- 1 . be definite "until tomorrow or the Wilder is former president of the qua Business and Professional / next day." Thomns II. Simes: "I'm loo old. f ' I'm not particularly anxious. l hon- Family Welfare association, presi- Women's club. The dinner meeting Is scheduled ATWELL, former member of estly haven't given the mailer any dent of the YMCA, a member of the considernilon. I probably will be Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce for 6:30 pm at the Rockingham 1 the board of registr11rs, said I his and was one of the founders of the hotel. Members have been invited friends have been urging him to Influenced by the attitude of the Community Chest In this city. He to bring ·guests. I seek office but "l'\'e decided others. !l's a thankless task but I Mrs. John C. Sullivan Is program ' against It." suppose someone has to do it. is a member of the Elks, IOOF, · · "However, there's a possib\lity ' Frankly, I'd much ralher stay Portsmouth Country club, Ports- chairman. mouth Yacht club, Warwick club I may change my , mind in a day home." and notary club. or so if my friends are able to sway ... me,"· Atwell added. RICHMAN S. MARGESON: 111S WIFE Is Mrs. Julia (Carty) There were no filings at the city "Truthfully, I'm seriously consid- Wilder, daughter of Mrs. Mildred clerk's office this morning, with ering it. Bui I don't want lo com- Carty of Portsmouth and the late only a , week left before the dead.-· mit myself at the momenl. There Dr. John D. Carty. They have two line. are a few things which may come children, Prudence M., five, and up In the next few weeks which I Starr Wilder, four. want to consider before making up In a statement on his reelection plans valuable to our children, the my mind." plans, Wilder said, "I know that public and the entire personnel of School Supt. Raymond I. Beal has the local school system and I feel a good many constructive plans for that I may be able to help carry the future of Portsmouth schools-- 1 the plans out." I . • • • -- Dondero Slated~ To Debate Views ....... .. • •• I - �- ollnci/men ·Fileo, \\ in Mass; • ,n · re 'Faith' Manager Ian . . ------------:l /. First flllngs for city council vacancies In the Nov. 8th election came all at once today when seven members of the present council appeared In a body at the city clerk's office and filed for reelection. The mass filing included every member of the council, wilh the exception of Mrs. Mary C. Dondero. Each paid the prescribed $5 fee after walking all together into the office of City Clerk Eileen D. Foley under a prearranged plan. Those filing were Mayor Cecil M. Neal and Councilmen Ilichm1m S. Marg,son, Roland I. Noyes, Dr. Lester R. Whitaker, John lj:.· teary., Thomas H. Simes and Frank E. Paterson. . A ,spokesinan for the group, who asked to remain anonymous, said tne ,move was an attempt to demonstrate the council's "faith in the council-manager . form of government," which will I.le put to a referendum test in next month's election. J'.t t was agreed at an Informal Mrs. Elise Eaton In School Race •. ,, ,/ Manager Backers Cite<l ~.,1v Tax and Budget Slashes City manager proponents had plenty of figures today to support their contention that trained men should be hired to direct municipal operations. nleetlng 'last night that none of the councilmen would seek reelection· unless all seven filed. At least three councilmen-Simes, Leary Six candidates today were in the 11n(l Whitaker-decided to join the group; "at the last minute," the race for six school board vacanspokesman said. cies. Latest to file was Mrs. Elise P. Mrs. Dondero, who polled the Eaton of 263 Rockland street, 55highest vote of 53 candidates In . year-old housewife who said she the first . council-manager eleclion Is seeking election "because I have two years ago, was unaware of the always had an urge to be on the group•11 action until after her col- school board. I've always wanted to leagues had filed. ' s·e e better schools ." .)•.> * ' * • . Mrs. Eaton will compete with MRS, IlQNDERO .SAID she was Slowe Wilder, an incumbent, Ellis fnf01;tned_ of the move by Lea1·y 1 T. Cox, a member by appointment, 11HortJy afiei' the . :Cillngs had taken Robert E. Whalen, Mrs. Elizabeth 1ace, She again refuse,d to discuss I Travis and John P. Loughlin. er . elett\on plans, by reiterating · Only Cox and Loughlin have i • Portamouth , Herald • that "it is 1 not officially filed . none of your business what I do," Mrs. Eaton Is the wife of Ralph W . Eaton . She was born in Roxbury, Meanwhile, 'Robert C. Arnold o! I Mass March 19 1894, and has O Saratoga way, who Is prominent Jived., In Portsm~uth since 1907. .employe activities at the Ports- She Is active In the Unitarianouth naval shlpyard, announced Unlversallst church, American Lecandidacy for the council, gion auxiliary, the Women's City y Arno1d said he plans to obtain club and hospital work. the signatures of 350 supporters - _ _ _ __ before submitting his petition of candidacy to the city clerk. Only , • 50 names are required. ~ The New Hampshire Federation of Taxpayers, chief supporter of city managership In this state, pointed out that Portsmouth, Dover and Claremont, all administered by managers, were the only cities In the state to reduce 1949 tax rates despite Increased school costs, loss of state aid to schools and, in some cases, larger county tax bills. * * * DOVER SHOWED the greatest tax reduction when its rale was reduced $18. Claremont dropped its rate $1,60 and Portsmouth's figure was cut 70 cents. Keene, the fourth manager city, emerged with a 70cent Increase In its rate. Rochester, Manchester, Laconia, Nashua, Berlin and Concord taxpayers are faced with Increased rates while Somersworth managed to keep Its rate at $36. The increases Included Concord, $5.33; Nashua, $5; Laconia, $2 .80; Berlin, $2; Rochester, $1.50; and Manchester, 60 cents. . Three cit! manager cities-with the exception of Ports11:outh-:made considerable slashes 1_n then· budgets. Dover dropped its appropriations $46,734; Claremont's budget was decreased $27,315; and Keene slashed Its appropriations $4,232. Portsmouth's budget increased $136,369. II Add() Registrars * * * 1THE coyNcIL'S mass filing and . 25 to Checklists Arnold's announcement still left 1 one vacancy on the council unclaimed, providing Mrs. Dondero does not seek reelection. , •J th 1947 election when the cityn ina~ager form of government , The names of more than 25 voters have been added to the Portsmouth checklists, Mrs. Gertrude I. Caldwell, chail'man of the board of registrars reported yes- was accepted, Mrs. Dondero te~at Caldwell also said that the olled a total of 3,039 to lead her boar~ . has removed the names of nearest rival by 20 .votes. ~arget 1 t 93 dead persons from the on ran second while Whitaker, t eas Neal, Simes, Linche)'., Leary, Pat-1 ISThe board will be in session th nd !~~oe~. a ,iNoyes flmshed In at again Monday. , . •- - - Ot.her candidates have until 5 pm \ Opt. 24 to file at 'the city clerk's i ffice. I • r Md .._...________ --- I ~~ I Registrars Meet~ The board of registrars are in session today ·and will meet from 2· to 5 and 7 to 9 pm to revise the checklists. They will meet again tomorrow, Monday and Nov. 4 and 8. Revisions a e - In City Ch ec kl.IS ts Portsmouth's board of r~~istrat d at least 75 rev1s10ns n has ma e kl" ts Mrs Gertrude I. the chec is ' \.Caldwell reported to _a_Y_·..:~:.-.;......-- d ll\ * * * THE NON-CITY ~l-\NAGER cities and the)J' budget increases are Manchester, $168.910; Nashua, $155,000; Concord, $126,000; Laconia, $125,509; Berlin, $107,500; Rochester, $34,607; and Somers- \ worth, $10,000. Nashua reduced its valualion $2,138,000, the only city to do so. Dover boosted Its figure $7,180,000, the largest among the 11 cities. Portsmouth was second highest with a $2,476,000 increase and Concord was thlt-d with $1,436,000. Other valuulion Increases were Manchester, $1,204,000; Claremont, $738,000; Berlin, $696,000; Keene, $606,000; Hochester, $571,000; Somersworth, $412,000; anq Laconia, $58,000. Manchester, the state's largest city, had a $201,267 increase in school costs-more than any other community in the state. Other cities and their boosts in school expenses we1·e Concord, $123,116; Rochester, $69,953; Claremont, $58,504; Laconia, $57,351; Portsmouth, $54 ,109; Keene, $39,700; Nashua, $35,539; Berlin, $22,211; Somersworth, $10,490; and Dover, , $245. I Oct. 24 Dead1·1ne For F·1· · H ti I 1ng ere * * * MANCHESTER LIKEWISE lost lhe most In slate aid to schools when ils appropriation was slashed $81,393. Others losing state school aid were Portsmouth, $48,407; Nashua, $44,708; Keene, $40,000; Concord, $39,439; Dover, $32,000; Rochester, $31,441; Claremont, $30,000; Laconia, $25,000; Berlin, $18,000; and Somersworth, $12,300. Five cities enjoyed reductions in county taxes Including Manchester, $52,187; Claremont, $19,222; Nashua, $11,000; Keene, $9,085; and Laconia, $5,000. Cities paying additional amounts in county taxes were Concord, $69,000; Portsmouth, $14 ,958; Berlin, $13 ,000 ; Keene, $9,085; Rochester, $6,363; and Somersworth, $1,692. 5 Potential candidates forl berths on the city council and school board have until 5 pm Oct. 24 to, file wllh City Clerk Eileen D. Foley. Mrs. Foley said that no candidate filings have been received at her office thus far. Nine coun cil seats and six school board post-' tlons will be open at the election Nov. 8. Also on the ballot will be referenda on the "city manager and beano questions. • If voters decide to abolish tile city manager form of government in Portsmouth at the Nov. 8 eler.tion a special election will be held Dec. 13. The voters must then elect a mayor, nine-man city council. 111cludlng 4 at-large and five from wards, as well as three street commissioners and three members of lhe board of assessors. The board of registrars are expected to be in session next week to start revising the checklists. I �IN UNI'l'Y THERE IS STRENGTH-And on that theme seven ,~ Whitaker, Richman S. l\1argeson, John Leary, Thomas H. Simes and Portsmouth councilmen today filed in a body fo1: reelection. Left to ~ Cecil M. Neal. City Clerk Eilen D. Foley is shown in the foreground. right are Councilmen Frank E. Paterson, ·Roland I. Noyes, Lester R. (P9rtsmouth Herald photo) -Anti-Manager Vote Would Hit Handling Of School Finances A radical change In the handling school department funds-giv\ ing the school board "free spending" authority-will result if the voters abolish the counciJ,.manager system at the Nov. 8 election. This was pointed out today by City Manager Edward C. Peterson after an examination of state legislation under which Portsmouth would revert back to the mayorcouncil charter. • * • UNDER A PROVISION of the proposed new charter, the school board would have the power to appoint a treasurer to draw school appropriations from the city treasury at any time the board directed. But under the present charter all expenditures must be approved by the city manager and the city auditor, Peterson pointed out. He said that provisions of Sectlon-89 of House bill 435 would allQw the school department to draw its entire appropriation in a lump sum and spend the money in any way it chose. State Rep. Samuel Alessi, who sponsored the legislation, said he could not explain why the change was included in the proposed charter. I of JOHN LOUGHLIN DELFO J. CAMINATI RITA R. BURGESS Three Seek SchoOI Board Posts; McIntire Files for ·citJ'C::ouncil I One city council and three school board candidates officially f i l e d * - - - - - - - -- = - - - - today for Portsmouth's two-way election Nov. 8. The candidates are_Joh_n R. McIntire for the council, ~nd John . P. Loughlin, Delio J. Cammati of 153 Ranger way, and Mrs. Rita R. BurMrs. Burgess was an unsuccessgess of 623 Dennett street. McIntire and Loughlin announced their ful candidate for the school board candidacies earlier but Caminati and Mrs. Burgess made known their plans only today. in 19-47• She is a graduate of Brockton, Mass., high school and was Caminati, who is 38, was born In Caminati is treastu·er and part president of the Daughters of Portsmouth the son of Mrs. Laura owner of the Port City Beverage A th ens at Brockton for three years Caminati of 153 Maplewood ave- Inc., and Js a member of the before moving to Portsmouth. She nue and the late Antonio N. Ca- Frank E. Booma American Legion ha~ been active in Greek social minati. He is married to the for- post, the Veterans of Foreign activities in Portsmouth. mer Alice Mullen of Portsmouth. Wars, Portsmouth Country club Loughlin is a former governThey have two daughters, Corne- Lions club and the Warwick club'. ment housing and construction exlia, five, and Nora, two. He was in the arm:v from 1943 to pert and was an unsuccessful c;andi1946 and served in Alaska and ' date f?r the state Senate last year. * * * HE WAS G'.RADUATED from · the Aleutians. He said he is seeking election to Portsmouth high school in 1929 * * * the school board "so I can continand the University of New Hamp"l'M THI!: FATHER of two chil- ue my interest in education imshire in 1934. He served as presi- dren and I believe that more provements." dent of the UNH student council younger people should serve on McIntire already has announced from 1933-34 and was a·ctive in municipal boards. I'm strongly in his ca ndi dacy for the Republican campus activities. He won the favor of any improvements we gubernatorial nomination In 1950. Mask and Dagger prize for out- can make in our education system standing dramatic ability while at and I'm also interfsted in the betthe university. He did graduate terment of sports," Caminati said. work at the university in 1935. * * * "I DON'T understand it myself, you'll have to call Concord for an explanation," Alessi said. "But if that's what the bill says I guess it must be for the benefit of the taxpayers," Alessi added. Meanwhile, City Clerk Eileen D. Foley spiked reports that an error was made in the proposed charter to be considered at next month's election. She said that initial copies of the legislation referred to the city of Claremont instead of Portsmouth but that the error was corrected when the bill was engrossed. Mrs. Foley said the engrossed bill is considered the only legal copy when ballots are prepared �Woman Enters Council Race; Dentist Fil85 for School Board The list of candidates for Portsmouth's two-way election Nov. 8 continued to grow today as the first woman contestant entered the city council r ace and a dentist filed for the school board. They are Mrs. Florine M. Kinkaid, 35, wife of Arthur J. Kinkaid, Jr., of 10 Mason avenue, and Dr. William M. Farrington, 39, of 56 Middle street, a dentist and one of the key members of the dormant Portsmouth Civic association. Although Mrs. Kinkaid is the only woman to seek a council seat thus far, three other women-Mrs. Elise P. Eaton, Mrs. Elizabeth Travis and Mrs. Rita R. Burgess ar e running for the school board. • • • MRS. KINKAm said one of her chief aims, if elected, will be to seek lower truces "so diversifii:d industry will be interested in moving to Portsmouth." "We've driven industry away with high taxes. If the taxes are Jowered we won't have ·to rely on the navy yard. I'd like to see any kind of an industry come hereanything we can depend on," Mrs. Kinkaid said. Dr. Farrington said he ls seeking a school board seat because "I have been associated with the PTA for at least three years and I feef that we, as parents, are r esponsible for the welfare and education of our children." "Now that at least two present school board members (Mrs. Pearl S. Gray and Mrs. Marlon M. Badger) have decided not to seek reelection we have the responsibility of assuming their duties," Dr. Farrington added. Mrs. Kinkaid is Ward 3 chairman of the Republican city committee, secretary of the Sherburne Civic association and a member of the Sherburne Parent-Teacher association. She was defeated last year in a bid for state representative in Ward 3. Mrs. Kinkaid has two daughters, Dolores Anne, six, and Dotty-Lou Kinkaid, two. • * * DR. FARRINGTON was born in Dannemore, N. Y., and attended Saranac Lake, N. Y., high school, Harvard university and was graduated from Tufts dental school in 1935. He is past president of the Rotary club, vice president of the Whipple PTA and president-elect of the New Hampshire Dental society. He and his wife, the former Catherine Hammond, have three children, Catherine M., nine, and three-year-old twin sons, John and William Farrington. . WILLIAM M. FARRINGTON MRS. ELISE P. EATON MRS. FLORINE M. KINKAID l Robert E. Whalen Second to File t> ,\ 3 For School Board Robert E. Whale n, 27, of 43 Whipple court today offic ially entered the school board r ace by fil ing his candidacy with City Clerk Eil een D. Foley. Whalen, a youthful civic leader, annou nced his candidacy seven months ago but did not fill oul the necessary election forms until today. He ls forme r vice president of the Chamber of Commerce, past president of the Exchange club and has been active in Community Chest and American Red C;~s campaigns. · * * * BE IS THE S ON of Mr. and Mrs. Michae J. Whalen of 717 Woodand is married to the Whittaker. He and his o children, Gregory EVERETT R. CHAPMAN ttended P ortsmouth Tilton J un ior college tory school, and Duke e left Duke in 1942 to ' * ,. "' r my air force and reELLIS T. COX, who is filling the n the service for three unexpired term of the late John efore his discharge as 8 C. Shaw, bas announced bis bid for d lieute nant. reelection but has nol file d officiale was an unsuccessful candidate ly. the school board in 1947 but deChairman J ohn E . Seyboll and ined to run, however, in a special James E. WhaUey say they ha ven't election a month later under the decided whether they will file for council-manager form of govern- reel ection. ment. Mean while, no new filings were Whalen is only the second can- made for nine council seats which didate to file for the school boar~. will be vacant ov. 8th. Last to The other is Stowe Wilder who is lfile were seven members of the seeking reelection. '.l;wo present present city council who visited members,. Mrs. Pea;rl S: Gray and Mrs. Foley's office in a body TuesMrs. Manon Badger will not run day. Mrs. Mary C. Dondero is the again. only council member who has not made known her plans. MRS. BESSIE CUMMINGS �Four New Candidates • Enter,_(b ElectiOn Races Four new candidates today entered Portsmouth's two-way elect 8 tio~ c~nteS Nov. amid growing ind1?ahons that in_c umbents face a sti!f fight in their bids for reelection. A surge of political interest was created when Theodore R. Butler of 973 State street and Samuel A. McMaster of 466 Colonial drive, a World War II disabled veteran, announced they will seek two of the nine city council seats. Butler is a veteran Qf both Wor1d Wars and ls now a lieutenant comt> •.2..'2. I mander in' th~ naval reserve. He 1, I • a member of the Frank E. Booma Despite an expected surge of American Legion post, St. Andrew•~ last-minute filings before Monday's Masonic lodge, director of the 5 pm deadline, political observers Lions club, the. Warwick club, and today predicted a light vote . in president of the Portsmouth Insur- Portsmouth's two-way election ance Underwriters association . He Nov. 8. held the Portsmouth Country club There has been a noticeable lack golf championship for five years. of interest in the race for nine city He is married to the former council and six shoo! board seats Florence Hines of Boston. They since only 22 candidates have en* * * have a son, Theodore R, Butler, Jr., tered the contests thus far. There AT THE SAME TIME, competl- 25. The elder Butler is a city man- were 69 candidates in the 1947 MRS. ALICE M. LEE tion increased in the school board ager supporter. election, 53 for the council and race when Mrs. Elizabeth L. Travis McMaster, who is 27, was wound- 16 for the school board. In this of 76 Park street, an unsuccessful ed in Europe during World War year's contest 13 have filed for the candidate in 1947, and John Lough- II and was hospitalized for four council and nine for the school lin of 1347 South street, a former years. He married his nurse, the board. government official, announced former Lucille E. Berard of Fall .* * * their candidacies for two of the six River, Mass. They have two chilTWO FILI GS were made late school board positions. / dren, John, two, and Mary Lou, yesterday afternoon. Ellis T. Cox, All but Mrs. Travis are new- five months. * * * a school board member by apcomers to the local political scene. pointment, filed for one of the six Mrs. Travis, Butler and McMaster HE IS SECRETARY of the already have filed with City Clerk Portsmouth Lodge of Elks and is school board vacancies and Evnd a graduate of Portsmouth high erett R. Chapman, unsuccessful Eileen toD. complete Foley anecessary Loughlin plans ar- school. He worked in a Portsmouth candidate for the council in 1947, rangements later this week. shoe store before entering the ser- will make another attempt at Today's announcements brought vice. McMaster said he is seeking election. The 29-year-old Cox, who Is to 10 the number of candidates election "because I feel that there shouldoperation." be younger blood in muni- serving the unexpired term of the who have officially filed. Besides cipal late John C. Shaw, was born in Butler and McMaster they are RoMrs. Travis, the wife of William Portsmouth and is an electronics bert C. Arnold of 40 Saratoga way, E. Travis, is a native of Springengineer at the Portsmouth naval a Portsmouth naval shipyard field, Mass. She was graduated shipyard. worker, and Councilmen Cecil M. from Waltham, Mass., high school He was graduated from PortsNeal, Richman S. Margeson, Ro- and Bridgewater Teachers college. land I. Noyes, Lester R. Whitaker, She is a member of the Lafayette mouth high school in 1937 and atThomas H. Simes, John J. Leary Parent-Teacher association and tended the University of New and Frank E. Paterson. past president of the slate PTA Hampshire, the University of Houston, Hugh Manley school in Chicago MRS. ALICE W. SUKEFORTH group as well as the New Hamp- and studied at a U. S. naval reJOHN R. MclNTffiE, RepubU- shire State Teachers' association. can gubernatorial candidate in She has served with the Ameri- search laboratory during World 1950, Everett R. Chapman of 100 can Red Cross, the Girl Scout Coun- War II. Newcastle avenue, a shipyard ell and the YWCA She has held * * * HE I A MEMBER of St. Anworker, and Mrs. Florine Kinkaid teaching positions in several New of 10 Manson avenue, 35-year-old ·u Mr T · 1 C,rews lodge F and AM, the Amerhousewife, expect to file later this Eng1and c1 es. s. rav1s a so I ican Federation of Musicians, and week. favors the city manager form of the International Federation of 1 government. Ralph H. Atwell of 45 Richmond Loughlin, 45, is co-owner of the Technicians, Engineers, Architects street, a printer and veterans Loughlin Bottling plant and for- and Draftsmen. leader, and Mrs. Margaret Smith, mer planning and research offiChapman, a 57-year-old superwife of James B. Smith, hotels cer for the Federal Works agency. visor machinist at the Portsmouth owner, are candidates. rumored as possible Upon graduation from Columbia naval shipyard, resides at 100 New-I city council Only Mrs. Travis, Stowe Wilder, university in 1925, Loughlin castle avenue and is married to the incumbent, and Robert E. Whalen, served an apprenticeship with a former Lillian <Dale) Chapman. He youthful civic leader, have filed Wall street firm. He held federal attended Concord public schools for the school board while Ellis posts in Denver, Colo., Fort Worth and Concord Business college. T. Cox, a member by appointment, He is a 32nd degree Mason and plans to file this week. a member of the Knights of TemMrs. Mary 0. Dondero of the plar, the Shrine Patrol, Eastern council and John E. Seybolt and Star, and is past commander of the James E. Whalley of the school . American Legion, past Chef-Deboard, whose terms expire this Gare of the 40 and 8, and past year, have not announced their state chaplain of the Veterans of reelection plans. Mrs. Pearl S. Foreign Wars. He also is a memGray, a member for 28 years, and ber of the Grange. Mrs. Marion M. Badger, now completing a five year term, said they OTHER COUNCIL candidates will not seek reelection. include Cecil M. Neal, Richman S. Margeson, Roland I. Noyes, Lester * * * BUTLER, WHO IS 50, has been R. Whitaker, Thomas H. Simes, 1 associated with the Butler-RobinJohn J. Leary and Frank E. Pater11on agency here since 1946. He was son, all incumbents, Robert C. born in Portsmouth and ls a gradf Arnold, Theodore R. Butler, Samuate of Portsmouth high school and uel A. McMaster, John R. McIn- fo J. Caminati, Rita R. Burgess, the University of New Hampshire tire and Mrs. Florine R. Chapman. Mrs. Elise P. Eaton, Mrs. Elizabeth where he was active in sports. He School board candidates include Travis and William M. Farrington. was coach of St. Georges school in 1 Stowe Wilder, incumbent, Robert Mclhtire already has announced Newport, R. I., from 1921 to 1924 E. Whalen, John P. Loughlin, Del- his candidacy for the Republican and was director of athletics and ,. . ,, - , . Igubernatoriill nomination in 19!50. • • • I I �• • ec1s1on by Dondero Awaited as Deadline Nears for Candirlnf,:._c () :?, lf 14 Enfer Race For Counc1·1 11· InSCh00 ICOnt· est , P ortsmouth's two-way election r ace today found 25 candidates in the fiel d at press time and with the filing deadline set for 5 pm the leading question at city ball was whether or not Councilman Mary C. Dondero will seek reelection. Mrs. Alice W. Sukeforth of 156 Kearsarge way entered the city council race to bring the number of contestants to 14, and Mrs. Bessie Cummings of 293 Wibird street and Mrs. Alice M. Lee of 43 Humphrey's court filed for the school board, making a total of 11 aspirants in that contest. Mrs. Dondero's plans drew more discussion in political circles than the election itself. There were rumors that she would make a "last minute" filing for the school board or perhaps decide to seek reelection to the council. Mrs. Dondero also was reportedly prepared t o submit her own slate of candidates and reserve a decision to run again until aftei> the referendum test Nov. 8. * * * S01\IE OBSERVERS said Mrs. Dondero would file as a candidate for mayor if the city manager form of government is rejected by the voters. She is the city's leading manager system opponent and reportedly has conducted a "houseto-house" campaign urging its defeat. Also expected to flle at the last minute was former Mayor Kennard E. Goldsmith, now chief motor vehicles inspector. Goldsmith, who was awaiting permission from his superJor, Motor Vehicles Commissioner Frederick N. Clark, is expected to run for the school board. Another possible school board candidate is Mrs. Josepltine Dawson of Newcastle avenue, wife of Wllllam A. Dawson, Jr., a radio station executive. Mrs. Dawson was said to be circulating a candidate's petition over the weekend. * * • MRS. SUKEFOR'l'B, a prominent civic worker and wife of Roland A. Sukeforth, filed shortly after noon today. She was elected worthy grand matron of the New Hampi;bire Grand Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, in 1947. She came to Portsmouth from Portland In 1930. She'is past matron of River- • mouth chapter, OES. Mrs. Suke- 98 Manager Achievements 0 )1, :;,;!:,::::::.:; ·~~::;,~ ~:t"::: Listed at Rotary Meeting ! 0 " Order out of chaos" is the re,, . :~::·s~~~:~:~gt:w:e~eof suit of two years of council-man~ecreased bonded indebtedness children's apparel shop, was born ager government in Portsmouth. of ..city and water ?epartme~ts. in Nashua July 1, 1908, and is a S . o sa1·ct a th an w e11s, c h arrman "ISett up dr ecreation t. t 1· Icommittee. t former ward official in Bangor. f th p t th c· • . ns a 11 e s 1 ee 1g 1 s on sev0· , e or smou 1v1c asso~1aera! Portsmouth streets." She attended Portsmouth schools, hons Good Government campaign H t· d h" - t· was graduated from Portsmouth . . . e con mue 1s 11s mg: "Purchased additional land at high school in 1925, the Perry comnutte_e, at a Rotari~n club dm~er meetmg yesterday m the Rock- incinerator. Kindergarten school, Boston, in ., ,. "Constructed new parking area. 1929, and the Chestnut Hill school, mgham h?tel. Wells cited the record under "Revision of ordinances now in Boston. She formerly taught kindergarten classes in Portsmouth. the present form of government, process at no extra cost to city. "Trained investigator hired for Mrs. Cummings is a former char- warning, however, that "it is not enough to feel satisfied.-" welfare department. ter member of the Altrusa club, a "It is up to us," he said, "to "Taxicab rates set up. member of the Women's City club, give them the opportunity to do a "Purchasing for police departJewish Council of Hadassah, the lot more for Portsmouth by sup- 1· t d • · Portsmouth Country club and the porting 1 the council-manager govme_n P ace m city manager's Mothers' club of De Molay. She office. * * * has been active in the Red Cross, ernment at the polls on Nov. 8." Community Chest and war bond W * * * "SEVERAL STREETS r esurELLS CLAI 1ED that equip- , faced with pea stone. drives. ment at the city yard was worthless when the present council 11nd "Pleasant street rebuilt. 1R . LEE WAS BORN in ExeCity Manager Edward C. Peterson " ew type s praying of shade ter July 18, 1909, and has resided assumed their duties. "Businesstrees with DDT. in Portsmouth for more than 20 like management." he said, "has "Airplane spraying of swamp provided improved equipment and areas for mosquito control. years. She was graduated from has prevented people from helpin~ "Sinking funds bonds cash ed and Robinson Seminary and atte nd ed themselves to city-owned gasoline proceeds returned to treasury. summer sessions at the Univer ity for use In their cars." "Bori·owed money on temporof New Hampshire. She operates The following were among the ary loan at lowest rate in history a private kindergarten. accomplishments listed by Wells: (0.76 %)." Her social affiliations include "Administrative code set up, , Wells said that the low rate on Rivermouth chapter, OES, of I and, with a few slight changes, the loan was due to the sound finwhich she is past worthy matr~n; will be ready for adoption. ancial status of the city under the past mother advisor of the Ram"Rules and regulations compiled. council-manager control. bow Girls; president of the Altru"Personnel and merit system esIle also pointed out the followsa club; a member of the YWCA tablished. ing accomplishments: board of directors; chairman of "Retirement plan put into effect "Sw·vey of city records for acthe Y-Teen committee; fifth state July 1, 1948. cepted streets showed many streets vice president in charge of wel"Two city budgets drawn up Jn not formally accepted. fare for the State Parent-Teacher 1948, within time limit set by law. association; past president of the * * * * * * "SURVEY OF WATER departPiscataqua PTA council; and past "I SURA CE PLAN set up for ment showed large amount of unpresident of the Hav~n PTA as master policy on liability insuraccounted for water. well as other offices rn the state ance, which saved a considerable "Government project for dredgPT A group. sum of money. ing and r emoving ledges in Pis"Conferences with Boston and cataqua river investigated by Maine railroad officials lo ·bring/ council. about new railroad station. "Council assisted governor in "Repairs on presen't Maplewood starting committee for steel mill avenue bridge which was found to project in ew . Hampshire. be in safe condition. $78,000 saved "There's the r ecord," Wells concluded. "Promises made two years I from not building new bridge. "Water mains extended along La- ago have been fulfill ed and we can fayette road, Myrtle avenue and point to the record as an example Gosling road. of good government." "Pw·chased new accounting maA pe1·iod of silence was obs r ved chine for auditors office. Instituted by the Rotarians in memory of the new system of control of accounts. late Judge Jeremy R. Waldron "Library interior renovated and and brief services were conducted improved. by the Rev. Robert H. Dunn and "Purchased Sherburne and Went- the Rev. William Safford Jones, D.D. worth Acre schools." ' Explaining that his list was Carl Erickson, Portsmouth merely a partial selection of the school director of physical educamany council-manager achieve- tion, announced that a panel disments, Wells added the following: cussion will be held at the next meeting to determine how Ports* * • "SURVEY OF LAND acquired b~ mouth youngsters can be helped by city un der tax titles resulted in the organization. increasing value of property on valuation lists. I I * • * I I �-Election;Mrs. Fa iI t Q Fi1~.' " (), '2.) Regisfrars Rule Mclnfire Out of ICouncil Contest Twenty-eight candidates are fn the field for 15 elective positions ln Portsmouth·s city government today but the most talked-about flgure-l\frs . l\fary C. Dondero-ls not among them. Whalley, who ls lll, will not run l\frs. Dondero failed to Ille for again for the school board. 1reeleclion In the Nov. 8 two-way McIntire, a candidate for the Re,Ieelloo o,d hoc decision sfr,nglh- publican gub,m,to,ld nomin.llon ened widespread reports that she in 1950, was ruled ineligible shortwill seek the ma yoralty If the city ly before the deadline. City Clerk manager system ls rejected. Eileen D. Foley said she examined Another perennial office -seek- Mclntlre's petition and advised him er-John R. Mclnlire-w.,s dis- early yesterday that ft lacked the qaulifled from the council race by I names of five qualified voters. the board of registrars who claim• • • ed he failed to obtain the slgnaJ\fcINTIRE ACKNOWLEDGED lures of 50 qu:-llficd voters. The that Mrs. Foley had Informed him names of at least five of the 53 of the signatures but he failed to persons who endorsed l\lclntlre obtain five addltlon·a1 names before could not be found on the check- filings closed . HI~ petition was exlfst, the reglstrnrr( said. amlned by both Mrs. Foley and the • "' • board of registrars before he was POLITICAL OBSERVERS predicted a s urge of filings had be- disqualified. McIntire !:!aimed tofore the 5 Pill deadline yesterday, datthat th~ che~kllst ii i~~~~~lete but only two council and two school and called for a complete revision board candidates entered the race of the list. at the la~t minute. Goldsmith, who announced his Council candidates Iillng yesterresignation as Ward 4 clerk shortly da y were Thom:1s F . Mullen, Sr., . after filing yesterday, ls chief and James J . Danforth, unsuccessmotor vehicles inspector in New ful aspirants in 1947. John E. SeyHampshire. A resident of 161 bolt, seeking reelection, and KenSagamore avenue, Goldsmith was nard E. Gold smith, former mayor, born In Portsmouth July 3, 1913, councilman and Sl'hool board mrmwa~ grncluated from Portsmouth ber, entered the hoard of education high school In 1931 and the Unirace. 36 Othrr council contestants are vcrsity of New Hampshire in 19 . council Cecil M. Neal, Richman S, Marin He served and on , th~ was city mayor from 1935 geson, Roland I. Noyes, Lester R. to ,1936 served on the school 1937 1940 Whitaker, Thomas H. E. Simes, John board In and 1942, and again J. Leary, and Frank Paterson, 1941 all seeking reelection; Theodore R. on the council ln 1943 and 1944. Butler, Robert c. Arnold, Everett He is married and the father of R. Chapman, Samuel A. Mcl\fastcr, two children. Mrs. Florine M. Kinkaid and Mrs. • • • Alice W. Sukeforth. GOLDSI\IITI\ IS a member of In addition to St'ybolt llnd Coletthe Masons, Elks, Knights of mlth, srhool hoard candidates are Pythias, Lions club, American LeRobe1·t E. Whalen, John P. Loughgion and 40 et 8. lln, Delio J. Camfnatl, Willfam M. Seybolt, who resides at 70 HighFarrJngton, Mrs. Rlt11 R. Burgess, land street, has served on the Mrs. Elise P. Eaton, Mrs. Elizabeth school board since 1935. He is Travis, Mn. Alice M. Lee, Mrs. president of Seybolt Motors, secreBessle Cummings, Ellis T. Cox, a tary of the Portsmouth hospital member by appointment, and board of trustees, and treasurer Stowe Wilder, seeking another of the Portsmouth Navigation comterm. I of Sho,1, ·~•m• THERE WERE INDICATIONS ship company. that the school board contest, fn He was born In Geneva, N. Y., which 13 candidates §eek six post- Aug. 7, 1901, and was graduated tions, wlll draw more Interest than from Portsmouth schools, Peddie tl1e council race where 15 asplr- Institute at Heighstown, N. J., and ants are vlelng for nine posts. Kent's Hill school in Maine. He is The city manager system which a member of the Rotary club, the will undergo a referendum test at Warwick club, Portsmouth Yacht the Nov. 8 election' found many club and the Chamber of Comproponents among the council merce. He has one daughter. candidates as a majority of them Mullen, secretary of the Port have pledged ft their support. City Beverage, Inc., ls a native of Mrs. Dondero ls not the only Amesbury and has been a resident pre~l'nt office-holder who ls not of Portsmouth for more than 32 seeking reelection. Mrs. Pearl S. years. He is a retired Ports mouth Gray, who has served for 28 years, naval shipyard employe and the Mrs. Marlon M. Badger, completing father of three children. a four-year term, and James E. "' * "' IIE IS A MEI\IBER of the Elks, the Lions club, Boilermakers and Welders' union, past president of lhe Mel,l T,·,de, Counell of the j Portsmouth naval shipyard and an honorary member of lhe Veterans or Foreign Wars and the Naval Retirement association. 1 Mullen was appointed to the / Portsmouth police commission by th e late Gov. John G. Winant but declined. He Is a well-known minI Slrel show dh•ector and resides at 62 Danforth Raleigh ,way. who lives on Barberry Lane. is a retired arm y first sergeant and a native of Lowell. Mass. He was born May 10, 1905. He and !ils wife, Evelyn, have one son. ::____ I �[Mrs De ·t' e • . """ ~ . . . .t i ,~~Q, IJ , t · -,. 1 ""o · n'dero Langmu1·r a., I ·M · a· n.'~a'·g·e·r'1~ Sy·st'e' m ' . .. -. . "' THE AUDIENCE again bro1'e· out ln,- vocal disagreement • when the , /councilman claimed her adminis- ) 'i 1 ~r;;;;;at:::;:lon:::;:h==ad==be==en===fa===ce===d=-wit__:h=a.='ho=s-·· · tile press and radio." ~ li. , ' • "Things were greatly exagger,. 'rhe cl,ty )'Ilana er, ·form of government was alternately torn to ated in the press," Mrs. Dondero pieces and ardent1y·defended In an orderly, yet heated debate last night · said. before ,1s·o m·e mbers and guests of the Portsmouth Business and ProfesTurning her attack to the pressional Women's club at the Rockingham hotel. · ·' ent council, Councilman Dondero John ,Langmuir of Concord, president of the New Hampshire Tax- scored its practice , of holding ·ayqi:s,•a}sociation and one _of the designers of Portsmouth's present c~ty "dress rehearsals" before the regcharfeiJ'::"iand Councilman Mary C. Dondero, outspoken foe of. the city · ular meetings, and claimed the mariage~. system, tangled under the guidance of Leonard C. Hardwick council "is at this moment" meetof Rochester, judge of Strafford County probate court who served as ing behind closed doors. ~o~~t,itor. • · . · "Tu~ning 1·0 the 'accomplishments The se~ret dress · rehearsals a~·' 'l'he ~'.\dlscusslon, as pointed ou· under the present charter, Mrs. counted f?r ~he lack of publ~c n i_rl(r9ductor~. remarks by M~s Dondero said she was "amazed" to I squabbles. m the _p resent counc1!, Jkf ;_Sulliva11:, : committee .-. chair, see recently a pamphlet claiming the councilman said. '. •.rx~nt~Watt~ ~ -_based credit for accomplishments that Defending the two-party system it " nd.um~on 1,the Nov, were "actually made" or started, In city government, she said it was •~.' _. · Jr'lf.,.voters want the under her terms as 'mayor. i "founded by Abraham Lincoln and 1 resent-.charter changed. * * * ·11 Thomas Jefferson, and was the }. : ', • • • · .,,;._ DURING 1'1-IIS PHASE . of her , finest ever designed by man." < "' , , "' • l b last was: "Tl1e coun' BEFORE-·J.·HE:. DEBATE had fin,' talk she stopped to ask, "who is I Her fma ished,1 the pressj and ' radle> were this Nathan Wells, chairman of the I cil now works for the manager." attacked, present , and •former JitY ' Good Government commitee? I nev* * * councils licolded · and praised and er saw him appear before any counJUDGE HARDWICK then turnThomas Jefferson and · Abraham cil meetings. Who Is he? Why ed the meeting over to the quesLincoln patted on their .backs. doesn't he ask any questions of tion and answer period. The debate started moderately, the council's committees?" Nathan Wells stood up and in ' with both speakers allotted 15 She added that many things done reply to Mrs. Dondero's challengmlnptes to elfplall\ ' their stands. \ by the present council and man- Ing, "Who Is Nathan Wells," in~he pace increased as both 'offered 1 ager qad been done already, and traduced himself before asking her '10 minute rebuttals, then faced the she cited the retirement plan for to read the section on the personal audience tn a half hour question city employes, water main exten- · advisory board from the city 1 slons, improvements to the library charter. -and,answer pe;iod. . J ·' i":.angmuir led off .with 'a warn- 11nd putting ci~y land1 up to bid . This question led to a heated ing-- that 'it ls important to under- I before selll_ng it. \ discussion among _Wells, l'l!r~. Don- , stanc:l• the wording of the referenCondemnmg the present coun- dero and Langmuir over h1rmg and · dum ~n the ballot He pointed out cil for its .actions, · Mrs. Dondero ' ffring city employes and the city that .:a ~'yes~' vot~ will mean the asked why the Sh~rburne and manager. Langmuir spelled out for wlshesfthe manager form of' Wentworth Acres schools • were the audience just what the procegovernment .discarded in favor of purchased -~rom th e government dure was In firing a city manager. the· 'oid•"mayor-councll form. for th e price th eY were when Asked by George R. Chick If she . , "they could have been bought for b b f t , In . defending the manager ~ys- a dollar apiece?" lL1adlblrotughttaniy 1_11 s etlore !tie tern in Portsmouth, Langmuir said * * * eg s a ure o mprove 1e <'_1 Y that the , city's tax rate had gone , COUNCILMAN DONDERO also ~harter, Mr~; Dondero replied down ,•thls year in face of a -state . 1 . d that the city had borrowed Yes, several. ,a~d·· national , · trend towards in- . ~~~:; a,t one-half of 1 % interest Chick then asked what the bill3 cr~~sed_ta~ r~tes, while she was mayor the lowest were, and the former mayor re,,.,., -;,;;'if'., ... '· •1~ • • • -' · • , t peated "several. I have truly ~'liE ALSO CLAIMED there had terms in ~he city s h s. ory. worked for the best interests of Langmmr then retm ned to of- the people." b.een· muc h f ewer "f'ig hts .. i n th e city government during the past l Jer his . rebuttal." • • • two ·years1than there had been for- 1 · He flrS t said, all opponents o_f JOHN w. DURGIN, SR., lnmerly. "There are no squabbles on • th e council-manager s~st em call it quired if the interest rate on city .the front page of your newspaper dictatori_al. Actually, ~t _was born bonds was determined not by the the. way rther;e used to be" Langin l00 8 10 th e commumSbc st ate Df 111ayor but by the Federal Reserve ' d·· th' " ' · a · udl' e · ' n'ce.· ' Virginia." ' m. ui.r,'. tol , I'" bank, the U. S. treasury and othe1· · '"Under tlfe, old charter there He said the definition of demo- forces outside the city. Langmuir was no boss~the city departments 'cracy ls: "The peopl!' controL Un- supported this reasoning, but the were always at odds," he stated. der the council-manager syst em, councllman insisted the city's good "When you. are running a mil- ·power Iles in the council. The financial standing while she ,vas lion dollar business, you must have \manager is only delegated to carry the mayor was responsible. '~ out the council's wishes. Mrs. Arthur M. Patterson, presa , boss.''. Langmuir said. . . • "If you d on •t l'k 1 e th e ma nager • ident of the BPW, asked if the , Expiainlng benefits of the city · i t" h dd 'd ; you can vote h m ou • e a e · Sherburne and Wentworth Acres manager to Portsmouth, he said * * *· , ·'centralized· 'p urchasing for all city t schools had been o1Jtained from LANGMUIR CONTENDED th a the government for nothing, departments was ,a great improve·1 form a return to the mayor-counci wouldn't . the people have to ¥Jake ment. J_,.. 1_ - • ·. * * would mean the boar~. of asses- up for the cos.t eventually in fed. sors would be elected. The boa~d eral taxes anyway. . " LA'ftlGMUIR'S BASJC POINT f sors ls the most undes1r·' O asses . wa. s that "a good council-manager 'd The former mayor's answer was 5 1 ,, ,, charter affords greater opportunity · ,_able place for politics," he ~ · d "why not get th.e m for nothing "City matters are not designe . . . • ' for the use · of · sou.nd, unbiased , . olitics. Bipartisan everybody else m the countiy does. 1 • busine~s management ln' the operfor nat1ona P . " We could have made the deal atton 'of a city government." · :politics ls useless at th e city level, through politics." , , • :Langmuir said. Judge Ha1'.dwick then gave the i; ·, ,Councilman Dondero's rejoin- 1 , Mrs Dondero's rebuttal speech .· der st¥1ed after she first declared l~as p~nctuated by repeated noise Ilast word in the session to Mrs. she ,l}ils "never taken part in any Hrom the audience as' many present Do~dero, who pleaded, "let. the ':ca~paign'."'for o~ against the man- Idisagreed . with points in her ar- majority, not one man, rule." , ager System!' ,. , • •' I ' ?gume!lt:' ~ 1 ' ; ' • "I feel it :1$ up. to the· people tq i Cla'iinlng Langmuir didn't say t decide,!.' 1she said. · , , , , ' •the people · could , get . rid of the f _, "'.l,'he council-manager . system1 ls J~man~ger· if they,' wish, the audience • not democratic-It places too much !broke out in a spontaneous, "ye·s,' -)>ower . one·· ' ~ , ,man's • hands," ihe· he' d_Id." , .. _, .quiclily. l\dded. , · . ' lI oter i 1 1 in , 100 ____P_o_li_ti_c~_I Ad~~tisement \\ • \ NOTICE Because of misstatements, half statements of facts and rumors which have been exp1·essed and circulated throughout the City of Portsmouth by the opponents to the Council-Manager Form of Government, the time has come when the voters should be informed as to some of the improvements the Council-Manager Form of Government has brought to Portsmouth. It has been stated that the Council-Manager Form of Government sets up a dictator in the form of a City Manager. I wish to present a few pertinent facts from which the voters may decide as to whether· or not the City of Portsmouth had a dictator In the form of a Mayor under the Council-Mayor Form which was abolished in 1947. It has been staled that the annual salary of the Mayor was $1 ,000. One would be led to believe that this was the only money which could be paid to a Mayor. Have the citizens of Portsmouth ever been told that there was paid out during the period February 14, 1946 to November 28, 1947, the sum of $5,000 for Mayor's Incidentals and for which there was no itemized account filed in the City Auditor's Office? Under the Council-Mayor Form of Government the Auditors could be elected by the Mayor and other members of the Council. This could result in practically "dictatorial power" in the office of the Mayor ' over the accounting system and the disbursement of city funds. This condition could not exist under the present Councll-Manager Charter since the Auditor ls appointed by the City Council and the City Manager has nothing to do with the appointment. Another example which should be considered by the vote1·s as to whether a Mayor has dictatorial powers is the following: On March 14, 1946, after considerable debate by the City Council as to the source of funds, the City Council voted to purchase the buildings at the city yard and the payments for the buildings be made out of the general fund. A payment by the City of $20,000 was made on April 4, 1946, and was pald out of city funds in anticipation of the receipts of funds ' from an anticipated bond issue. On l· August 16, 1946, four months later, the general fund was reimbursed by the proceeds of the bond issue. ' The question which arises is "Un- : der what authorization did the , Council use city funds without ap- 1 propriatlon for the purchase of the I city buildings?" Secondly "Why did not the Mayor veto th~ whole J procedure?" Under the Council-Manager Form, before purchases of land or · buildings for the use of the City • the appro~riation must be set up by resolution by the Council and the source of funds determined. ~he credit of the City cannot be J~opardlzed by the expenditure of city money which is to be replaced contingent upon the future ap- I proval of a city bond issue by some / fin_anclal institution. �the Revenue Surplus account to 1t appears that _the Mayo1·, under / meet overdrafts, to flnally wind up the Mayor-Council Form, had dietatorlal powers in the Mayor's veto Which could have been used. A City Manager could never have the powe1· to dete1·mine what financial P~llcy should be adopted by the City because the Manager is not so authorized by the Charter. It h~s been stated that the City Counc1l alway~ sold city-owned Property by bids. This is true. It should have been explained to the voters and taxpa~ers that, when the Mayor-Council plan was fn effect up to the year 1947, the bids "'.ere submitted_ to the City Counc1!, In the m~Jorlty of the sales, without public advertisement In , t~e newspapers. Under the Counc1~-Manager plan all sales of prope1 ty have been advertised publicly so that all the voters and taxpayers had an equal opportunity to bid on any clly-own~d land In which they mny he inte1 estccl. Contrnst . this method of sale with that which was carried out In December 1047 and which Is recorded in the City Council records, and Judge as to Whether the present method Is not an improvement. It has been stat_ed that Rules and Regulations. a1 e adopted by every Council. 1 rue again, but as usual a tifull cxpfnnnllon Is nccri;- ' t t . sary so ia he voters of the City of Portsmouth may be fully informed. C ·t c · always adopt Rules 1 y ounclls and regulatlons governing the Council procedure. Each Council, after it ls organized, srls up the 1·ules under which ll will conduct Its business. This fs proper and it is flttlng th11t such be done. The Rules and Regulations which were set up under the Council-Manager System were prepared by the City Manager. wer<> adopted by the Clty Council, and applied not to the procedure of conductlng the Council business but to the departments under the administrative control of the City Manager, and set up the duties of the 11dminlstratlon staff of the city departments. These rules and regulations are not to be confused with council rules of procedure. Our beautiful Library building. which ls considered by architects to be a gem and which was designed by Bulfinch. one of the greatest architects of his time, has / finally, under the Councll-Manager Form, had Its exterior painted . This Is the first exterior painting the , building qas received for over twenty years, so the stnlrmrnt of I the OPPOIIC'nt~ to the Councll-l\1ann- I ger plan thal the library wns p11lnted every two yenrs may be true, but only "one door" true, for the front door has been painted since 1927. It should be explained to the voters and taxpayers thnt the l\1anager-Counrll Form started on January 1, 1948, with $10.733.68 ln cash In the working capital fund and wound up the year on December 31, 1948 with an unexpended balance of appropriation of $43.573.00 and $105,227.88 ln cash on deposit. This Is· quite a contrast to the condition which existed In the year 1945, at which time the administration started on January 1, 1945, with a balance of $98,344.58 on deposit, and after transferring $63,151.00 during the year gom I Io I Vote I the year on December 31, 1945, with an overdraft of $59,905.48 which was covered by another transfer from the Revenue Surplus ' account. The taxpayers may well . . . (AN EDITORIAL) consider the improvement of the financial condition of the City Portsmouth's council-manager system of government may which has taken place since Janube lost ot the polls tomorrow. And if so, it will be lost by the ary 1, 1948, under the Councllcitixens who actually want to keep it. Manager Plan. Favoring an issue and actively supporting it are decisiveA self-asserted opponent to the ly different in an election like this. That's why it's the spirit Council-Manager Plan has stated of the voters that will count tomorrow, that the City employees may be fired without cause. This is another It is generally conceded that there are enough voters to statement that fs entfrely untrue. give city managership an overwhelming endorsement. But if An employee may be fired, but there are enough who stay home and do nothing about it, the conditions under which this their views can well be darkened by defeat, drastic action may occur are outlined In the Rules and RegulaTherefore, it is vitally important that every voter give tlons and are "misconduct, ineffi. telling expression to his feelings about city managership in ciency, or other just cause". The tomorrow's election. Everyone must vote, employee must be given a written notice of dismissal, and he has the It should be unnecessary at this late date to again recite right of appeal to the Advisory the virtues of city managership. Its· story has been told I many Board which has been set up under times-in words and deeds and in service to the citizens, By the Council-Manager Charter. Unnow these accomplishments should be well enough known for der the Mayor-Council Form this the system to rest on its merits. B rd which functions for the Int oa t' f th em lo ee did not exThere is another question facing the voters tomorrow, howO e P Y ' ' ever, that impels a few words of exploration and advice. This I is the "beano" proposition, ' s wonder If the taxpayers of the City of Portsmouth were ever InR_egardless of where you play it-;-or how you loolc at itformed of the amount of money "beano" is gambling. And the legalization of it for charitable lhnt they and their children will t b r ti 1 t b'll purposes does not disguise the fact, nor will any amount of · have pay ou e ore 1e Is as met' 1 regulation change it. , _, f th to C f ·t St f o e om o1 a ion . The station was supposed to have I If the churches or other charitable institutions propose to I cost $68,000 but the$75 records show open their doors to this kind of gambling, it would seem diffii 000 Tl I that t was near~r , . 1_ s cult for them to reconcile it with their outspoken oppos'ition to $75,000 is a portion o{ the Pubhc other forms of the so-called vice, So let's not have them make Improvement Issue of 1946 and hypocrites of themselves. to run 20 years at the rate of l¼ ,o. The payment of principal Is $3750. There is a plainer common sense view to this question, per year, the avernge Interest though, and that involves the principle of legali_z ed gambling. cluu·ge Is $468.75, which makes a Just where shall the line be drawn? If we have legalized total of $4,218.75 annually for fixed "beano", why not a state lottery? We already have legalized charges. 1 horseracing, so why not legalized bookmaking? In addition to the fixed charges the annual budget sets up $11,Some time or other the citizens of this state will have to 610.00 as the amount needed to determine whether they are going to be righteous or just downrun the Comfort Station, thus the right practical in their approach to the problem of legalized ' gambling, total Is $15,828.75 per year. The rate the receipts for the use As it stands in our books, what's good for one is good for of the facilities of the building are coming in Is $20-$25 per .,,':!ek, so another. We should at least be consistent, and "beano" is not consistent with the public's past attitudes. that the annual revenue Is now approximately $1250 pet· year. The The people's will must prevail, however, when such quesnet annual cost to the City is $14,tions are subject .to vote. But it is important that it be the 578. 75, and before the last bill is will of a real majority, This can be expressed only by,a full paid In full in 1966 the total cost, turnout at the polls. without considering the necessary building repairs over the years, Everyone must vote, will be $291 ,575.00. The Council and the City Manager have been criticized for delaying In opening the Comfort Station for 8 months. An Inspection of the City Auditor's records will show the snarled stale of the finances Involving the Comfort Station which wns dumped Into the lap of the present Councll and which demanded cautious consideration by that board before any action was taken. It may be said that the 8 month delay saved at least the cost of manning the building, and for the 8 months was apEvidently the dignity and effiproximately $8,000, the overhead ciency with which the City busithe City will have with it until 1966. ness is now being conducted by It was pleasing to note that one the Council Is so Impressive that opponent of the Council-Manager even the Council-Manager plan op, Plan stated that there ls no chaos ponents are Impressed. It speaks in this Council-Manager adminisWell of the plan and the men who 1 tration because of the Committee were selected to run the City. meetings of the Council. SignedNathan H. Wells 99 Boyd Road · ·1 Everyone MUst 11-1 e:es i Js -- -- Chairman, Good Government Committee Adv, �Manager Re~~rendum laptures Spotlight in I-Way City Election James .J. Danforth ,Tames ,J, Danforth, 44. of RRrhl'rry lanr; rrttrcrl 11rmy first scrl!ennt: manted, one son: nat Ive of Lowell , Mass.; not affllh1ted with orP.anizations: never held public office; favors toward city mannl!cr form or ,t(ovrrn1ncnl: has favored it for al lrast four yrars. 1 10,000 Citizens · Eligible to.Vote; 28 See~ Posfs abolishment of the present charter. If the city manager form of government is rejected at the polls tomorrow, a special, bi-partisa n election will be held early next month for a "weak" mayor-cou9cil system, plus a board of street commission- ••• Portsmouth voters will go to _the polls tomorrow to elect a mneman council and six school board members and decide whether the council-manager system will be retained or abolished in Portsmouth. A referendum on the question of whether beano will be allowed also ls on the ballot. As a public service, The Portsmouth Herald , herewith presents photographs and background of 15 council and 13 school board candidates. . The information was given ~Y the candidates themselves or,, . in some cases, obtained from I he Herald's flies. THE "BEANO" QUESTION also Approximately 10,000 citizens , will be decided by referendum. A are ellgible to vot~ in Portsmouth's "yes" vote will allow '"beano" games two-way election tomorrow but in Portsmouth-with City Marshal William J . Llnchey's approval-and there are no st.rong Indications a "no" vote will retain present rewhether a heaJ; or light vote will strictions against the game. If apbe cast. proved, ''beano" would be allowed Chief lntFrest centers on the only for charitable purposes. city manager question-whether Although final tabulations were the council-manager charter will be retained or abolished. But there not available from the board of registrars, City Clerk Eileen D. (I an apparent lack of interest In Robert C. Arnold, Sr. the individual contests among 28 Poley said her records Indicate 1 approximately l 0,007 voters are ' Robert C. Arnold, Sr., 50, of 40 candJdates for nine council and six eligible to cast ballots. .lchool board seats. Saratoga way; Portsmouth naval l\Irs. Foley said 3,220 are eligible ' shipyard transportation dcpa1:tSome political observers prein Ward I; 2,767, Ward 2; 2,168, ment employe; married, two childicted 1hat only 5,000 voters wil1 Ward 3; 1,180, Ward 4; and 672, <lren; active in Frank E. Booma visit the polls, but most agreed Ward 5. American Legion post, Federal that the weatherman-and, of • * • Veterans Employes a nd . ~aval course, the voters themselves-will THE QTY CLERK also said she , Shipyard Veterans assoc1a~,1o~s, determine how heavy the turnout has issue·d 52 absentee ballots. will be, . first bid for public office; a fu m The polls will be open from 8 am believer" In council-manager ~'/STHE WEATHER, always an im- j ~ 6 pm, If election workers tabu- · tem; interested in closer relationship between Portsmo_ulh naval portant factor in the total vote, is late the referendum questions first, shipyard and city;, belteves. 111 ~ expected to be cloudy but warmer. returns on tlie city manager quesstrong council- not a l ubbe1 Competing for nine council posi- tion should be known by 8 :30 pm. stamp affair." tions are Robert C. Arnold, Sr., But if the votes of council and Theodore R. Butler, Everett R. school board candidates are countTheodore R. Butler Chapman, James J. Danforth, Mrs, ed first, final returns will not be Theodore R. Buller, 50, of on Florine M. Kinkaid, John J. Leary, known untll late tomorrow night. Stnte street; insurance ~nd real Richman S. Margeson, Samuel A. • * • estate agency owner; n_iarn~_rl, one M'cMaster, Thomas F, Mullen, Sr., POLITICAL OBSERVERS-alson· never sought public of11cc i.JeCecil M. Neal, Roland I. Noyes, though hesitant to admit it and for~· board of adjustment mc_mFrank E. Paterson, Thomas H. ' claim that it is "no real'" indicaber· 'Univc1·sity of New Hampsl11re Simes, Mrs. Alice W. Sufeforth and tion-will keep a close eye on the graduate and former baseball, Lester R. Whitaker. I "mock" election at the Senior high basketball and football coach: ve_tLeary, Margeson, Neal, Noyes, school. Results in Ward 5, usually eran of both world wars; active Ill Paterson, Simes and Whitaker are : first to report, also wll! indicate veterans organizations, l\Iasons, seeking reelection. the general trend of the election. Lions club; Portsmouth Co~nlry club golf champion five t1m~s; Meanwhile, City 111 a rs ha J "definitely" in favor of co_11nc1lSCHOOL BOARD eandidates Llnchey prepared police coverage contesting for six posts are Mrs. for the polls. Assigned to election manager system; seeking office to Rita R. Burgess, Delfo J. Camlnatl, work are Patrolmen Russell c. ''promote and ~ p" city. Ellis T. Cox, Mrs. Bessie Cum- Hughes and George W. Gillespie , mlngs, Mrs. Elise P. Eaton, William Ward l; Joseph P. Kelley and Everett R. Chapman M. Farrington, Kennard E. Gol!• Quentin R. Estey, Ward 2; John E. Everett R. Chapman, 57. of _100 s~~. Ma~,Allce M. Lee, John • - - - _ Newcastle avenue; supervisor Lougltll~ John E •• Seybolt, Coleman and Clayton F. Osborn, machinist at the Portsmouth naval Elizabeth i.. Travis, Robert E. Ward 3; Ettore E. Scarponi and shipyard; married , thrc~ children; Whalen and Stowe Wilder. • Paul F. Connors, Ward 4; and Roallrnded Concm·d Business colCox, a member by appointment, bert E. Burns and Forrest E. Hoclglrgc; member or I\Tasons, Knights Seybolt and Wilder are incum- don, Jr., Ward 5. of Templnr, Shrine Patrol, Order bents. of Eastern Star, pa t commander (Pictures and background of the of Ameriran Lrgion, Chef-DeGare candidate■ are on Pare 5.) of 40 rt 8, past slate rlrnplain of Vcll'rans of Jo'orrign Wars anrl Most of the councll candidates mrmber of Grange ; "not a pnliti- I have pledged support to the coun• clan:" hl'lirvrs c·o111H'il-111anagPr ell-manager charter which will un• syslf'm" t;ikrs away politir11I partv 1 dergo a referendum teat. A "No" ... this wny all are working for , vote will retain the present charthe bMt interests of the people and , ter and a "yes" vote will return the city." Portsmouth to the old mayor-councll system. A majority of all vote■ cast In the election Is needed for ~ Council ••• • • • Mrs, •/ !rs. Florinr ;u, Kinkaill !\[l's. Flol'ine I\T. <Rinalrlucrlt KlnJ;;iid. 34 . of JO I\Tason avenue: house" ife. 111111-ried, has two children: ac1ivc in P a rent-Teacher associ11lion. Cir! Stout work, Communitv Chest :rnd fled Cross c·amp:1i1ms: scl'ved as Wal'd 3 se lectman Hl46-48 and is Wat·d 3 Repuhliran chairman: 11n- I sucressful candidate for state Leg'is la l ure from Wal'd 3 last year; "11011-c·ommillal" on altitude toward tou11C'i1-111nnagrr sy~lcm hul in favor of '",t!ood govel'nm nt all around:" wants "lower tnxrs and new industl'ies" in Portsmouth . .John J. Lea1·y .John .T. Le,ll"y, 3!l, of 1223 [slington ~trcet; mel'chant, unmarried; seeking reelection; Portsmouth sl"i1ools dnd New Hampton prcparalo1·.v; past grand knight and past ~tiil C SC't:retar.v of Kni,t(hts of Columbus. governor of Po1·t~111outh lodge of l\Joo~e 1948-49, and mem1 ·- ber of Catholic Youth Organizatioµ , Port mouth Country club, New llampshil·c Stale Grocers as. OC'ialion and Lions club; served on the city council, 1936-40, board or education, J 940-44, slate representati ve 1938-48, and airport commissioner for four years; believes city managership should be given another two-year trial in Portsmouth. Richman S. Margeson Richman S. I\Targeson, 47, of 179 Pleasant street; furniture dealer; seeking reelection; married , one son: graduate of Univer~ity of Pennsvlvania; affiliated with Rotary c·lub, Chamber of Commerce, trustee of Portsmouth hospital , , corporation member of the Wentworth Home, deacon of North Congregational chmch; director of First National bank; has se1·veci on the council since 1948 and on the governor's staff from I 943 to l 947; "very favorable" toward city milnagership. Sa11111el A. I\TcMaster Samuel A. l\1cl\Iasler, 27, of 466 Colonial drive; married, llvo children; secretary of the Portsmouth Lodge of Elks and a member of the Sherburne Parent-Teacher association; born in Portsmouth Aug. l 1, 1922; attended St. Patrick's parochial school and Po1'lsmouth high school: wounded in Europe while in the al'my dul"ing World War 11 and hospitali zed for fou1· years; seeking election '·because I feel that there should be younger blood in mu11lcipal operation." �Mrs. Alice W. S uke forth John P. Loughlin l\Jrs. Bess ie Cummln,rs Thomas F. Mullen, Sr. J\frs. Alice W. Sukeforth, 50. of .John P. Loughlin. 45. of 1347 l\I1·s. Bessie Cummings, 41, of Thomas F. J\Iullen, Sr., of 62 Ra!- 156 Kearsarge way; housewife; two eigh way; secretary of a local bev- children; graduated from Maine 293 Wibird street, housewife; South street, co-owner of a local bottling company and former goverage company; father of three chi!- Eye and Ear Infirmary, Portland; mother of two children; attended dren; retired from Portsmouth chairman of board of wardens of Portsmouth schools, Chestnut Hill ernment worker; unmarried; gradnaval shipyard after 29 years ser- North Congregational church, school and Perry Kindergarten uate of Portsmouth high school, vice; member of Metal Trades secretary and past worthy matron chool; past charter mem ber of Al- University of New Hampshire and Columbi11 University school of council. honorary member of of Rivermouth chapter, Order of trusa club and member of Women's business; a member of Elks and Emerson Hovey Veterans of For- Eastern Star, past worthy grand City club, Jewish Council of Hatreasurer of newly-formed cres eign Wars post, also affiliated matron of State OES, past mother dassah, Portsmouth Country club corporation; unsuccessful cand_idate with Lions club. Knights of Co- advisor of Ports.mouth assembly of and Mothers' club of DeMolay; forfor state Senate in 1948; seekmg a lumbus, Elks and Parents' Music Order of Rainbow Girls, also active mer ward clerk in Bangor, Me., school board position "to offer to club; unsucces ful candidate for I i~ Piscataqua Business and Profes- { and kindergarten teacher in Portsmy native city whatever talent and the council in 1947; "firm believ- 5 IO.\]al Women's club, Graduate mouth: "as a mother of two chilcapacity I may have obtainc? fro~ er" in "good government" and co- 1 dren and a former teacher I feel education, travel and experience. operation between Chambe1· o urses' club and District Nursing that 1 am interested in the welfare Commerce and city government i association; favors council-manager and education of our children ." John E. Seybolt Pffort to secure diver~lfied indu I system and interested in "clean, John E. Seybolt, 48, of 70 Jlightry here, ____ honest government." 1rs. Eli e P. Eaton land street; pre ident of a local_ ( J\Ir . Eli e P. Eaton, 55, of 263 Cecil i\I. Neal , Lester R. Whi ta ker Rockland street; hou ewife and /i garage: married, one child; attendCecil M. Neal, 59, Spinney road. Lester R. Whitaker, 57, of Brae- practical nurse; educated in Ports- ed Portsmouth school , Peddie Indeputy sheriff and mayor; Univer- 1kett road; surgeon; married, two mouth schools; second vice presi- stitute and Kents Hill; past presiity of ew Hampshire graduate; / children; served on council since dent of Women's City club. vice dent of Rotary club and member of married, father of two children; 1948; graduated from Harvard president of advisory board of Warwick club, Portsmouth Yacht club· trustee of Portsmouth Savings member of Kappa Sigma, Rotary J\Iedi·cal school in 1923,· affiliated bank, secretary of Portsmouth hosclub and St. John's lodge of Ma- with Kiwanis club, Columbian lt Home for Aged Women and past pital board of directors, Chamber sons; nevrr soug 1 pu bl 1c o ice Loc\ge of Boston, Masonic; chair. ff" president of American Legion auxbefore 1947; "heartily in accord " n,an of medical advi ory committee iliary: organized "Gray Ladies " at of Commerce steel committee memwi·th counc1·1 -manager sys t em " as of Po1·ts1noutl1 Rehabilitation Cen- Portsmouth ho pita! and contribut- ber; school board member 1935-49;. opm10n I·t is proving I·t sc If tc1·,· fa,,01·s council-manager s.vs- ed 2,000 hours of volunteer wor k seeking reelection because "I be1JO . my · · · 1 O· lieve that my record as one of the Hg · I I Y h ene f'icia · l t ti le ct·t y ;" sec k e1n ,· seeking reelection "to do what as nurses aide; seeks to "assist in present members of the board of ·continuing mg ree Iec t·10n "t o I nun> 11 Y a .. 1s · t 111 · can for good city government." sy promoting lem." a more efficient school 1 good government." ducation will speak for me." I Ii i I I I School Board :\Ir . Elizabeth L. Travis J\Irs. Elizabeth L. Travis of 76 Park s_treet; housewife; mother of one child; graduate of Bridgewater Teachers college and former teachC'r; member of J\Iassachusetts Teacher's association, vice president and President of Lafayette PT • YMCA of Boston, New Hampshire Teacher's as ociation Mot~er's club of Portland, forme; / p1:es1dent of state PTA congress, Girl Scout councilor and Sunday school tea cher at St. John's church· unsuccessful candidate for schooi lion." the welfare and education of our should take a deep interest in tl1e board in 1947; plans to "give all r Frank E. Paler on have educationally to help Portschildren." schools of Portsmouth." Frank E. Paterson, 51, of 733 mouth have a splendid school system." Delfo J. a111inali Middle street; a building contracKennard E. Goldsmith 1/ Robert E. Whalen tor; married, father of two chilDelfo J. Caminati, 38, of 153 dren; graduate of Univel'Sity of Ranger way; part-owner of a PortsKennard E. Goldsmith, 36, of Robert E. Whalen, 27, of 43 161 Sagamore avenue; chief motor Whipple court: wholesale drug New Hampshire and Harvard Gt·,1d- mouth beverage company; married, uate school of business administra- two children; graduate of Portsvehicles inspector for the state; salesman; manied. two chlldren; tion; past pi-csident of Rotary club, mouth high school and University married, father of two children; graduated from Tilton school in graduate of Portsmouth high school J 949 and attended Duke univermember of Masons. Warwick club. of New Hampshil·e; member o( Portsmouth Country club, 1orth American Legion, Veterans of Forand nlverslty of Ne, 1 Hampshire; s ity; a World War lI veteran; pa t Congregational church , direc or of eign Wars, Portsmouth Country member of J\Iasons, Elk , Knights president of Exchange club, memYMCA, area rent control official club, Warwick club and Lion~ of Pythias, American Legion and ber of Sherburne Civic association club: favors present form of gov40 et 8; served on city coun ii and Portsmouth Country club, acand Chamber of Commerce; World ernment; believes "it is the duty 1935-36, mayor, 1937-40, school live in Chamber of Commerce, War I veteran; state Legislature, of every citizen to contribute lo board , 1941-42, and city council, Community· Chest and Red C1·oss; 19 27. city council , 1932, and 194_8- progres~ive good government." l 943-44; a school board candidate says he belongs to the "ever-grow49. wants to help establish counc1l"to be of ervice lo my communitv ing school of thought that thinks m~nagcr system on "firm basis." Ellis 'I'. Cox in a capacity in which I believe I younger people should take an acEllis T. Cox, 29, of 357 l\1aple- can be helpful." ,;"" oart in municipal affair ." Thomas H. imes wood avenue; electronics engineer towe Wilder Mrs. Alice l'\t. Lee Tl1omas H. Simes. 73, of . ~5 at Portsmouth naval shipyard; martowe Wilder, 45, of 69 Richards J\Irs. Alice M. Lee, 40, of 43 J\lark street ; an attorney; seekmg ried, two children; school board a,· nue; senior partner in local inreelection to the council; form~r member by appointment; graduate Humphrey's court: private kinderswance firm ; married, two chilgarten owner; illlother of two chilmunicipal court judge; born 111 1 of Portsmouth high school and atdren; graduate of Robinson Sem- dr •n: graduate of Loomis School, Portsmouth; attended Portsmou_th tended Univer ity of ew Hamp• inary, l 929, and Unlver ity of ew Windsor. Conn ., and Amherst colschools and the University of Vir- shire, Hugh Manlev school of ChiHamp hire summer school, 1940; lege; member of Rotary club, Elks, ginia; admitted to the Ne~v Hamp: cago, University of Houston and shire bar in 1898; candidate for United State Naval Research past worthy matron of Eastern Odd Fellows, Portsmouth Country Star, past mother advisor of Rain- club, Warwick clftb, treasurer and mayor in 1942; member of the laboratory; affiliated with t. Anpast president of Family Welfare Federal Fire society; favors coun- drews lodge of 1asons, Interna- bow Girls, past president of Plsassociation, president of YMCA, cataqua PTA district, presidei\t of cil manager form of government. tional Federation of Technical l~nAltrusa club, state vice-president Chamber of Commerce, trustee of gineer , Architects and Draftsmen; Piscataqua Saving b:ink, trearnrer American L ei i o n, P ortsmouth of PTA, YIVCA board of directors member and past president of Hav- and past secretary of New Hampen PTA; "it is m,v desire to con- shire Association of Insurance Country club. PTA, Exchange club, tinue working for the children of Agents, member of 'at ional AssoParents' Music club and American my community-and I feel this ciation of Tnsurance Agents and Federation of l\lu lcians; unsucpublic office would gh'e me the Whipple PTA; crvcd on the school cessful candidate for city council opportunity to widen my scope of board, 1944-49, and recreation in 1947; president Central PTA activity in t heir behalf." commission, 1945-48; seeking recouncil; tl11nks cou ncil-manager election because "I wish to be of sy~tem "mo~t efficient form for sen·ice in the community in which a city the size of Portsmouth." I live." Roland J. Noyes Roland I. Noyes, 51, of 39 Lafl\lr . Rita R. B ure-ess ayette road; wholesale grocery R 1·t R B f business: married, two children; Irs. a · urge ~• 37 ' 0 . . 1 past master of SL Andrew's lodge, r Dennett <;tre~~; housewife; marnecl, trustee of Portsmouth hospital, one daugh~ei, u~ uccessful school trustee of Piscataqua Savings bank. / board ca nd1 date 111 1947 : _graduated trustee of Home for Aged WomPn. ~rom Brockt_o~, Mass:, lngh scho~l member of orth Congregation.ii 111 1931; affll!at~d wi th Daughter_s church, past pre ident or Rotary of Athens of wluch she was pre 1club and past president of Lafoy- / ' dent for three ye;ii·s, and t! 1 e Gr~C'k ette Parent-Teacher as ociation ; Ladies of Pheloptochos 111 winch favorable to present system; seek-1 she served as ecretary for three ing reelection to "continue an effi- ,;ears, and the PTA; "interested ln I cient and business-like adminls tra- - - - - - - - - -- - I I I 6231 William M. Farrington William M. Farrington. 39. 'of 56 Middle street; dentist; married, has three chlldren ; graduate of H;irvard college and Tufts Dental <'OI• lege; past president of Rotary club, vice president of Whipple PTA , president-elect of cw Hampshire Dental society, and member of A. D. A., ew England Dental society, Chamber of Commerce and Portsmouth Civic association; he seeks a school board post becau~c "as a parent and a taxpayer, I feel that it is quite obvious why I I I a3 �Here Are City Election !'· �tes and Their Backgrounds BESSIE CUMMINGS ELISE P. EATON ELIZABETH TRAVIS �1 Marge son Leads Field ln City Council Balloti~g MAYOR NEAL DROPPED nacK one position this year but Simes, Leary, Paterson and Noyes each gained one post while Mullen gained four positions. Leary ran only one vote behind Neal. Leary displayed strong support in most wards, except his own territory-Ward 3-where he trailed Margeson by 76 votes. Despite pre-election predictions that he would poll a heavy "navy yard" vote and possibly gain eighth or ninth position, Arnold ran a poor 13 in the field, 141 votes behind Chapman, a fellow Portsmouth naval shipyard employe. Observers had based their prediction on Arnold's participation in labor improvement efforts at the shipyard and a growing contention among shipyard workers that they should have a representative on the council. However, neither Arnold nor Chapman carried sufficient weight. \ Seven councilmen who guided Portsmouth's council-manager plan through its first two-year test were returned to office yesterday with two new pro-city manager men as Portsmouth's electorate o v e rwhelmingly retained its present city charter. Chosen to direct Portsmouth's municipal operation for two years are Richman S. Margeson, Dr. Lester R. Whitaker, Theodore R. Buller, Thomas H. Simes, Cecil M. Neal, John J. Leafy, Frank E. Paterson, Roland 1. Noyes and Thomas F. Mullen, Sr. All but Butler and Mullen are incumbents. Butler, a prominent sports figure here and a newcomer to the local political scene, displayed unexpected strength by finishing third ln the field of 15 council candidates. Political observers expected Butler to gain a seat on the council but not to finish within the top three positions. 1 0 * •• STOWE WILDER that Butler would be among the nine chosen but he surprised political observers with his large vote. • • • IT WAS an "on again off again" fight between Margeson and Dr. Whitaker for top spot. Early in the election there were indications that. Whitaker would lead the city. However, Marges:m finally captured three of the five wards to cinch his lead. · Whitaker captured an early lead in Ward 5 by polling 201 votes to Margeson's 195 and held that -margin most of the night until Ward 2 showed a 935 Margeson vote and a 904 Whitaker tally. Whitaker later finished in first place in Ward 1 but Margeson took Wards 4 and I 2. * * * THE VOTERS also upset preelection expectations that Mrs. Sukeforth would have enough support among women voters to win a council seat. Mrs. Sukeforth reportedly had the support of several civic organizations but ran 11th. However, she did manage to poll 976 votes more than the only other woman candidate-Mrs.· Kinkaid. A "mock" election at the Senior high school yesterday found all incumbents-with the exception of Noyes-reelected. But Noyes, forced out in the high school election by Arnold, upset the sometimes indicative student balloting in the actual election. MULLEN, who made an unsuccessful bid for the council in 1947, was chosen ninth man on the list after his slight leads were continuously threatened by Samuel A. McMaster, World War II disabled veteran, who finally finished tenth. The total vote foe the winners was Margeson, 3,814; Whitaker, 3,709; Butler, 3,515; Simes, 3,312; Neal, 3,257; Leary, 3,256; Paterson, ( 3,070; Noyes, 3,045; and Mullen, 2,515. Others were Mcl\lasler, 2,242: Mrs. Alice W. Sukeforth, 2,007; Everett R. Chapman, 1,525; Rober t C. Arnold, 1,384; Mrs. Florine M. Kinkaid, 1,031; and James J. Danforth, 870. There was hardly llltle doubt throughout the da y that the seven incumbents would be r eturn ed to office. Early tabulations indicated Although -yesterday's vote total was less than the 1947 figure , Margeson finished one position better than he did in the contest two years ago. Whitaker ran third in the 1947 election, moving up one step this year. ... ...... \Ob I �-~ rhe city-wide- average was94% as compared to what was considered a very high 80% two years ago. In 1947 a total of 1,476 persons failed to vote on the referenda. Yesterday only 320 persons left 'the manager question question A race between 13 candidates for six school board posts developed blank. into the most interesting contest in Portsmouth's two-way election yesIn yesterday's election, failure terday as three lncumbents and three candigates were selected. to vote on the manager question Unlike the city council race where incumbents had a decisive edge was in effect a vote to retain the over other candidates, the school board contest found three incumbents systtm because the advocates of a protecting their seats against., 10 strong challengers. change in government were reHowever, the three present m e m - , - - - - - - - - - - - - - quired by the city charter law to bers-Stowe Wilder, Ellis T, Cox, officinl led observers to believe get "a majority of all the votes .a -m ~ll!ber py appointment, and that he would poll a heavier vote C/lst in the election." John E. Seyholt-manngcd to win . than he actually received. re-ele-:: llon although they did not • • • , IN· WARD 1 two years ago 485 finish in the two top positions. MRS. LEE'S TOT AL was helped persons failed to ballot on the Dr·. William M. Farrington, Ken- largely by her Ward 2 vote and her managet issue as compared to nard E. Goldsmith and Mrs. Alice PTA activities and work among only 86 yesterday. In Ward 2, 325 M. Lee were elected, with Farring- youngsters. She wns expected to skipped the question two years ago ton and Goldsmith polling the meet stiff opposition from Mrs. and 104 yesterday. Ward 3 ·nonmost votes. Eaton and Mrs. Travis but final vot-ers on the manager system • + • tabulations placed her more than FARRINGTON, Goldsmith and 428 votes ahead of the two women. dropped from 296 to 32; Ward 4, Mrs. Lee will succe ed Mrs. Pearl Mrs. Eaton ran l0lh-80 votes 167 to 84; and Ward 5, 156 to 14. 1 S. Gray, Mrs. Marlon M. B;idger : behind Whalen-and led Mrs. Yesterday in Ward I a total of 1 and James E. Whalley while Cox Travis by 586 votes. Mrs. Cum- 756 persons expressed approval of continues to succeed the late John mings and Mrs. Burgess ran 12th managership as compared to 593 C, Shaw. and 13th respectively. _ in 1947, a gain, despite the smaller Farripglon, a dentist and an or- · · number of voters. The opposition ganizer of the Good Government ,vote yesterday was 608. It was committee, made his debut in the v · 1,078 in 1947. Portsmouth polltlcal scene by j The other wards compared as polling a total of 3,Hl4 voles. follows: Goldsmith, a former mayor, Ward 2, 1947 vote for the mnnschool board member and council,1 ager, 1,046, and in 1949 it was 1,190. man, ran only 31 votes behind FarThe opposition polled 399 votes rington who polled 3,133. Gold. yesterday and 1,043 before. The 1 smith, now a state motor vehicles The voters in Portsmouth yes- gain in Ward 3 was about the same ins pector, kept a llRhl grn~p on his lerday determined two issue,s- with the pro-manager total showing own Ward 4 by polling 622 of the they want to keep the city manai:!er a gnin o{ 42 votes to a total of 884 683 votes cast there. government and they do not want whlle 1 the opponents lost ground • • • "beano." by a margin o{ 700 to 309. Incumbents Hard -Pressed In Tight School Bo~id Tilt I • • • I I I Bean"' ''Nosed Out' i As. Man_ager ~,• Emphat·1c Approval w·,s OTHER TOTALS are c~;3 2,~59 ; City managership was given the WARD 4 V~T;Rs: who gave the 2,441; Seybolt, 2, ; rs. endorsement of 68 % of the perILWilder, 30· ee, 2 •098 ; J lln P Lollghlin 1 9 Isons voting and the beano proposiJ C ml·n•t1· 1 882 · Rober·t 0 • • ' ' D e Ir o • a " , • • E. Whalen, 1,750; Mrs. Elise P. Eaton, 1,670; Mrs. Elizabeth L. ~ravis, 1,084; Mrs. Bessie Cummings, 992; and Mrs. Rita R. Bur- ' gess, 842. There were no actual upsets in the school hoard contest but there were some unexpected developments. When early returns came in It was 11 "toss-up" between Farrington and Goldsmith for top place. .Although Goldsmith carrlcd three of the five wards, Farrington polled sufficient ballots to edge Goldsmith by 31 votes in the totnl. Cox, active in Parent-Teacher I association activities and a shipyard . worker, wns 374 votes behind Goldsmith. Wilder fini shed 318 votes behind Cox, and Seybolt 58 vote!j behind Wilder. .. ·• THE l\tOST INTERESTING con- I t est developed between Mrs. Lee managership a slight edge two tion was barely "nosed out" as the years ago, 468 to 417, went even last votes were counted in Ward 2 _ stronger this year with a vote 496 to 187. And Ward 5 reversed itThe preference or th!' voters for self t o comp1e t e ti1e d ec1s · ive mancity managership, 3,606 to 1,670, agers hi P v ict ory. was demonstrated in all five of While the manager question was the city's wards. c1ose1Y wa t ch e d , a f ar c loser conHowever, beano was a "touch I test was waged between the adand go" matter throughout the I herents of gambling through the long, weary hours of counting. Two medium of beano and voters who of the wards-! and 5-approved did not want to see it gain a footit; . in two others-3 and 4-it lost hold in Portsmouth. by small margins. Wa rd 2 voters · Benno supporters were off to a I killed It. The final col:lnt was 2,339 good start when Ward 5 gave Jt a to 2,321. 44-votc lead, 152 to 108. But the • + • next ward reporting-Ward 3-cut ' THE CITY MANAGERSHIP that lead seven votes, 569 to 562. question was given an early "green Ward 4, the next to tally its ballots, I light" by Ward 5, which two years slashed the lend even more by a ago voted against it, 326 to 159. 1 vote of 329 to 309. The bigger wards were slower in • * • arrivln~ at actual counts but, in all BF.ANO'S STRENGTH showed but Wnrd 1, they showed from the up In Ward 1 where it was given a brginnlng that the margin might be 694 to 502 vote, to boost the major2 to 1 or better. In Ward J, the con- , lty to 209 with Ward 2 still to be test bC' twecn mann gership anrl , counted. In that ward, the :voters mayor-council wns n neck 1md turned it down, 831 to 604, for a neck affair with th e victory finall y final 'rejection total of 2,339 to resting with the new system. 2,_321. Two years ago a bare "majority Portsmouth apparently was ~he of ·an the votes" cast in the elec- only New Hampshire city refusmg tion-and that only after a re- to allow beano. Concord, Clare!count-put managership into _ef- mont, Somersworth, Keene, Manfect. Yesterday's voting left no chester and Dover all endorsed it. doubt that far more ' than a majority wanted the plan to stay. I and Loughlin, an unsuccessful candidate for the State Senate last year. Loughlin held sixth position most of the night until 1vard 2 returns Rave Mrs. Lee a final 168vote lead. Caminatl, making his first bid for public office, fared much better than pre-election estimates. He finished only 48 votes behind Loughlin. A FACTOR in yesterday's votWhalen, considered one · of the ' ing on the manager referendum strongest · candidates before the that amazed many seasoned obelection, ran a poor ninth, 132 servers in the city was the high vole~ behind Caminati. Whalen's percentage of persons who voted work ns a youthful civic leader and on the question. former Chamber of Commerce ••• I Recount ·on ·. Beano Indicated; Council, '1\'b :Canva$ses Vofes; · • I 1 ~ ' • • • • I. .' A possible recount of votes 'c ast on the beano question was indicated today as City Clerk Eileen D. Foley reported that Councilman John J. Leary is seeking tnfor~ation about ·the process , of recount- . ing the ballots. , Mrs. Foley said she referred the matter to City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart because there are no provisions for a beano recount in the present city charter. · ' Leary, meanwhile, said he ~s not sponsoring efforts fqr a recount himself, but is seeking the .information on behalf of the local Moose and Knights of • Columbus , organizations. · ·;.• .... \ REINHART SAID a preliminary study of the charter indicates that recounts can be held only on the votes cast for councilmen, school board candidates or on. the liquor question. · · ,· Candld~tes may petitl9n .t!)e ~tty' council ' far: a1recount:ivithip ·seven days 'aJter the I ball~ts have'" been' canvassed and organizations or any, five voters may request a recount, on liquor referenda by petitioning the state secretary within 30. days of the' election. · · "If the legislature intended to' 1 allow recounts on the • beano referendum it seems to me-at present . at least-that the lawmakers would I have provided for it in the charter," ' Reinhart said. · · • ••• THE CITY SOLICITOR said he '"\\.. will continue his ' study before submitting a final ruling on the beano! 1 question. , The election results were speed} lly accepted by the city council at a special meeting this' mornlng.j The official vote total was re-; corded by the council as 5,293; A total of 3,286 votes were cast in opposition tt1 a charter change;, · 1,670 favored a charter ·,revision: and 337 ballots were left blank on the council-manager question. , ; , ' AS PORTSMOUTH studied the legality of a beano recount, New Hampshire's first beano game was: scheduled for Nashua tonight. • 1 Nashuans voted about four to one to allow playing of the game in their city. Yesterday, St. Stanislaus Polish parish applied for. a permit to sponsor a game tonight and Nashua police issued 'it. Under a legislative act, certain charitable organizations may spona sor beano if voters at a regularly fscheduled town or city meeting grant approval for their municipalities. · ... �Fai'I" Weather Fails T:o · Draw Heavy Vote DLl_ring EQ,:lv Hours· ·a~ g··er,System : M~~ 21M w..Ins' • argin: 1·: m ,' ong Stu" dents A ■ I "MOCK" ELlWTION votinghigh to• day by Junior and Senior school students-often regarded u a bellwether of "how the parents :i~~a;~~:;:1/an In favor of city The class of 1950 at the high (). 8 ' Mock. Election Here1 1 • To Highlight Exhibit Of Voting Machines school gave the manager plan near•• Jy a 2 to 1 edge with a vote of 111 to 57 . . In the Junior high school, Pol-tsmouth's voters were greet- where more than 600 youngsters ed by fair skies today as they turn- voted, the margin favoring city . 1\ \'(J , ed out to ballot for a second time managership was 329 to 253. A mock election will be a feaon the councll-mana~er plan of Two years ago the Junior high ture of a "voting machine" dinner municipal government. gave the manager plan a 399 to 191 to be sponsored by Portsmouth's But the good weather rlld not endorsement and the older pupils four service clubs, Dec. 12, in the serve to bring many voters to the at the Senior high school ' voted Hotel Rockingham. polls during the morning hours. 130 to 39 In favor of the plan. Each of the four clubs has named The total vote cast at noon today a member to serve on a general was .500 less than two. years ago THE SENIORS today made committee to arrange fo1· the din• w'hen the manager referendum Councilman Lester R. Whitaker ner and voting machine demonstraflrat appeared on the ballot. their top choice In the field of tion, according to Ira A, Brown, Ward officials reported that a 15 candidates for the city council. 1 program chairman of the Lions \ total of 1,604 ballots had been ca!it Whitaker's 145 vote total was fol• cluh. at 12 o'clock. In November, 1947, lowed by Councilman Richman S. Representing the Exchange club 2,108 , votes were cast by noon but Margeson, 142; ',I'heodore R. Butler, ls Raymond F. Blake and the comat the first council-manager elec• mitteeman from the Rotary club tion ·held ,In December, 1947, only 138; Councilman Frank E. Paterls George R. Chick w~lle Nathan H . 1,678 voted in the first four hours. , son, 135; Mayor Cecil M. Neal, 134; Wells ls the Kiwanis member and Little or . no electioneering was Thbmas F. Mullen, Sr., 109; Co unBrown Is serving for the Lions. to be heard In the vicinity of the cilman Thomas H. Simes, 103; and .• * * wardrooms and the constant jangle }lobert C. Arnold, Sr., 92. BROWN SAID that a voting maof telephones, so prevalent during l!'or six members of lhe board of chine will be set up in the ballroom bipartl$an' elec!ions, was missing, education, the seniors gave Dr. of the hotel where the service • • • William Farrington 131 votes; club members will operate it as VOTERS FILED QUIETLY into former Mayor Kennard E. Goldthey vote for candidates in the the voting booths and funereal calm smith , 127; John E. Seybolt, 109; prevailed in the wardrooms. Robert E. Whalen, 90; Ellis 'I'. ' mock election. "What we're going to elect, I Few political observers were Cox, 89; Mrs. Alice !Vl. Lee, 81. don't know," Brown said. "Maybe willing to venture a prediction on In 1947's balloting on the city we'll elect a board of trustees for the outcome of the manager ques- manager question, a total of 7,250 the Breakfast club, or Eelpot, as tlon. One maintained, "It's going to persons voted and the manager It Is sometimes known. The idea of be very close." plan-which required a majority of the thing is to let people have all persons voling in the election a chance to try the machine." -received 3,529 ballots. There Members of Th• Port•moutl! l!'rom 2 to 4 pm, Brown said, the Herald staff will be on duty were 2,225 "no" votes and 1.496 , city's women voters are to have a after 8 o'clock tonight to l'lve persons failed lo vole ·on the queschance to operate the machine and , election. information. Result■ tion. · "test" Its efficiency as compared , will be tabulated as soon as to the way elections are now conthey are ·avallable and may be THE MANAGER PLAN failed to ducted. • obtained by telephonlnc The get a majority when the ballots And, If the machine can be set Herald office at 37. were counted on election night, but up early enough In the day, efforts a recount gave the reform system are being made to allow Miss MarA spokesman for the Good gov- a few votes more than the necesgaret Ballard's social science studernment committee which has sary half of all the votes cast. ents at the high school to Inspect sponsored city managership for the it. In this year's voting, W1e situation 'past>, three years, said he felt "It will-be returned by the voters." n, is reversed. City manager opponents CITY MANAGER Edward C. must get a majority of all the votes co~tended, ·'that the only publlo Peterson recently reported lha l 1 cast In the election In order to get comments· have been by-strong ad• he had obtained figures indicating a "weak" mayor-council type of 'vocates or opponents and that "peo• that the city would need 23 voling pie· in.the middle are the ones who government reinstated. machines, at a cost of $35.000, to ·wnt decide the Issue." In their mock election today, the take care of its eligible voters. Through. the early hours today, seniors did not vote on the question ' The machines, already in use In the- largest turnout -was In Ward 2 of beano but, if the Junior high many cities, do away with handwhere 600. persona balloted by school balloting Is any indication, marked and hand-counted ballots. noon. Ward 1 was far behind with no charitable organization should The voters steps into the curtain375 and in third place was Ward make plans fot an orgy of beano: enclosed booth, pushes buttons inS with ' 365. Ward ( reported 175 dicating his choices and the job The youngsters spurned the bea,no votes cast and Ward 5-the city'• is done. When the polls are closed, proposition, 322 to 276. smallest ward-was last with 95. __.. election workers open the machines and take off the totals. * * * I * • * * * * I' ._.... I Good Government Group 'Grateful~\? For Ballot Results Two officials of the Good Government committee today thanked workers and voters responsible for retention of the council-manager plan in Portsmouth. Nathan H. Wells, chairman, and George R. Chick, treasurer, In a joint statement also expressed appreciation for the candidates who ran for office and their display of "true citizenship." Chick described the election as "clean and neat" and said that several hundred volunteer workers supported successful efforts by the committee to retain the present charter. * * * Edward C. Peterson also expressed appreciation lo the voters for rejecting proposed charter changes. "I think that the expression of the people indicated how they feel about the council-manager plan," Peterson said. "The vole also Indicated that when the voters said 'no' at hearings on the proposed charter change, they meant 'no' and nothing else, regardless of how some of the politicians felt," he added . Peterson said there is "still a lot to do--you might call It burying dead ,horses." CITY MANAGER Voting Machine ~~SHere December 12 , 1 Final arrangements for the , Portsmouth demonstration of a , voting machine on Dec. 12 were completed yesterda y. Ira A. Brown, progra m· chairman of the Lions club, said today that a machine is to be available in the Hotel Rockingham at 11:30 am. Social science classes from the high school have been invited to , use the machine al that lime. Monday, the Portsmouth League of Women Voters agreed to inform women voters of the afternoon demonstration of the machine. At 6:30 pm the city's four service clubs are to attend an interservice club dinner at the hotel and at the same, the members are to participate In a mock election as part of a practical demonstration of the machine's ' operation, Brown said. A full-sized machine 1s being shipped from a manufacturer's Jamestown, N. Y ., plant for exhibition in Portsmouth, according to Brown. �\ I .. I YI· 8 JT WAS A · voters came Nine Councilmen ! 'All Advocates of Reform System Portsmouth ,·oters gal'l? their council-manager gol'ernment a thumping 2 to 1 approval Jn yesterday's election and emphasized their endorsenwnt hy f'IC'ctlng nine councilmen who are declared advocates of the reform system. The count in fa1·or of city managership was 3,211ft lo 1.070 while 320 persons who dirl not vote on the question increased llr!' margin to 3,606. The referendum to change the oharter required "a majority of all the voles cast" in the election to effect a changeo1·er lo the old mayor-council s~·slem. The 320 voters who left the manager question hlank were, in effect, voting for city managership. AT TIIE SA!\IF. Tli\lE lhe vol«:'rs returned the SP.Ven incumhent candidates to office, elected prom1111ager men to flll the two vacancies on the city's legislative body and rejected the proposal 1o allow beano under the sponsorship , of chnrltnble institutions. The 1950-lll!H roundhnen 11nd lh«:'ir total voles 11re Rkhman s. Margeson, 3,814; Dr. Lester R Whitaker, 3,709; Theodore R. But~ l<;r, _3,515; Thomns H. Simes, 3,312; Cecil M. Neal, 3,257; ,John J. Leary, 3,256; Frank E. Paterson 3 070· Rol:md I. Noyes, 3,045; and Thom: as F, Mullen. Sr:. 2.~15. Butler and Mullen are .ihe newcomers. . 'Six persons were elected to the , board of ecl',lc:itlon .for' four-year terms. They lire Dr. William M. Farrington, 3.164; Kennard E. , Goldsmith,. . 3,133: · Ellis T. Cox 2,759; Stowe Wilder, .2,441; Joh~ E. Seybolt, 2,383; .And Mrs. Alice , M:. Lee, 2,098. Cox, Wllder 11nd S<'ybolt 11i-e • members o! the present board. • • . ' I The totnl vote :,v11s 11lmost 2,000 less than · the 7,250 cast 11t the 1947 municipal election . When the city manager question first appeared on the ballot. · • • • ' QUIE'f election. The and went fro~ the . ,, pla<'es all day long without ' po 11 in,. d'd t ' fuss or fanfnre. A few can I a es hacl cars a1·ailahle to trans~ort ! voters lo the polls but orgamzed activity was practically non-existent. The [air weather-expected to produce a large turnout-apparently failed lo slimul~le half _the city's digible voters into exe1clslng their pdvilege. Arter the pol ls closed at 6 pm, it w11s nrarly IO hours l.lt(ore the results were complete. ut f~om the very beginning o[ the tallying, the manager plan began to show its strength. • • • T II E COUNCIi, • 1\11\NAGER trend shown In Ward 5 continued throughout the night with the exception o[ Ward l. ln that ward, officials predicted that the vote would be "only a shade" in favor of city management. In the re- 1 maining wards, the supporters of the plan jumped l•> an early lead . and were never threatened. The second referendum-beano -made a close race throughout the tedious counting of 5,276 ballots. Proponents or beano gained an early lend in Ward 5 and held it after Wnrds 3 and 4 were counted. \ Ward 1 added lo the total to make the favorahle margin, 209, but \ Ward ' 2 went heavily against it; \ giving the opponents of "eharltysponsored" benno J.(ames an 18vote clc£eat, 2,339 to 2,321. • • • • THE VOTING for nine seats on the city council o(fered few sur' prises. The seven incumbents were expected to go hack into office and Butler and Mullen were heavy favorites to take the two vacant posts. . However, Butler's vole was much larger than pre-election predictions indicated. He ran third to Margeson and Dr. Whitaker. Margeson, who ran second two years ago, found himself in undisputed l possession of first place while the doctor moved from third to second. The closest contest developed as anticipated with World War II veteran Samuel A. McMaster giving Mullen a fight all the way. John P. Loughlin and Mrs. Lee were very close in the balloting and Mrs. Lee had only a 90-vote margin with Ward 2 still to report. That ward added 78 votes to her I total and gave her the victory. ' Another school board race that attracted interest involved former mayor Goldsmith and Dr. Farring 0 ton for first place in the 13-man field. Dr. Farrington finally won out with a 31-vote edge. ! I • • • AS THE NIGHT slowly dragged on, the polling places became more and more bare of spectators. The first ward to report-Ward 5completed tho count of its 283 votes at 8 pm. It was approximately 11 pm before the 1,253 ballots in Ward 3 were ta1JUlnled and Ward 4 folALSO CONFIRMED by the lowed at 11:30 with !ls 683. At 1:30 voting was the prediction that Dr. am Ward 1 finished counting l,· Farrington, Goldsmith, · Seybolt, 364 votes ancJ it was 3:45 am when Wilder and Cox would have "no Ward 2 Clerk Thomas J. Downs trouble" in gelling elected and the 1 announced the result of the 1,693 major contention would be for the I ballots cast in that ward. • • • sixth _s:.p_ot_._ _.. ◄ ------=~-~=="=== '. ! �. - WARD2 WARD 1 CHARTER CHANGE 608 ,. NonVoters ~ Yes No 369 852 · 32 NonVoters No 670 Yes 86 WARD4 No Yes 399 1190 104 TOTAL WARD 5 No 187 412 Yes NonVoters NonVoters Yes No NonVoters 84 107 162 14 Yes No 1670 3286 320 How the Voting Went Referendum Recount Bill CANDIDATES fl·"\ WARDS ·Already 'Clin Preparation (o TOTAL (FOR CITY COUNCIL) 1 1 Margeson Whitaker Butler Simes Neal Leary Paterson Noyes Mullen McMaster Sukeforth Chapman Arnold Kinkaid Danforth I 1 2 896 1267 923 1166 759 1265 750 1121 728 1156 796 1024 668 1064 654 1091 638 800 650 · · 626 530 584 , 438 424 464 371 295 255 286 211 3 935 904 861 799 751 859 751 739 624 592 501 334 289 283 198 Legislation to provide for recounts of referendums on town and city ballots probably will be introduced at the special session of the General Court next year. 4 5 521 195 201 515 466 . 164 16'6 476 454 168 177 400 444 143 134 427 160 293 115 259 87 305 78 251 79 181 63 135 54 121 3814 3709 3515 3312 3257 3256 3070 3045 2515 2242 -2007 1525 1384 1031 870 Rep. Rae S. Laraha of Ports-' mouth, vice chairman of the House judiciary committee, said today that the attorney general's office is already preparing a bill for introduction into the HoUSf!, He explained that present statutes, except fo1• the liquor questions, do not provide for recounts such has been askeq in the l'orl ~mouth "beano" question. •• counts, Laraba said, but if the council In any city ordered a recount of a vote, it c:ould be challenged in the courts as to its legalit)', "And that's what our new law, if accepted by the General Court, will allow the city and town officials to do without fear of being taken into court," Laraba said. ( FOR SCHOOL BOARD) Farrington 742 Goldsmith 772 697 Cox Wilder Seybolt Lee Loughlin Caminati Whalen Eaton Travis Cummings Burgess 297 300 271 293 788 677 667 620 548 475 552 456 449 382 271 227 191 409 622 385 292 361 346 175 198 210 244 107 112 105 •iBEANO REFERE~DUM 309 694 · 604 562 329 569 502 831 Yes No u.,._ 583 582 482 481 ' 550 499 1085 894 896 831 777 685 607 568 492 671 354 325 199 !l.::,__J_ 140 168 114 115 115 110 115 110 100 76 52 57 54 3164 3133 2759 2441 2383 2098 1930 1882 1750 1670 1084 992 842 I • 152 108 l 2321 2339 • THE LAWS do not forbid re- f' He cited as an example the re, count of the city manager vote two years ago which was qrdered L>y City Clerk Eileen D. Foley. He said that her action could have been made a court issue, compelling the courts to rule on that action alone, but this would not prevent other controversies when interested parties asked for recounts. However, the "recount bill" may I not . get consideration during the ' special session, according to Lnraba. It the General Court rules thnt only mnlters relating to reorganization of state government are to be considered, its introduction will be delayed until the 195 · session. NonVoters �Statute Books Seem to Bolster Claims for 'Beano' Recount J], ID The current question over what kind of majority vote was required to legalize "beano" in Portsmouth and other New Hampshire cities appeared to have its answer today in the state's statute books. An examination of the statutes revealed that the voting clause In the "beano" legislation reads precisely the same as the state's 15year-old law providing for liquor referendums. The ·" beano" legislation called for approval of the question by a "majority of the qualified voters present and voting." • • •• phraseology Is contained in the liquor referendum statute and It "has alway been Construed" to mcnn a simple majorlh of ballots cast on the speclfh .uestlon. On ti •lher hand, the councilmanager question In the municipal election of 1947 was subject to ratification by "a majority of all voters voting at the municipal / election." THIS SAl\lF. I This stipulation also applicrl to the proposed repeal of the councilmanager charter Inst month. In both instances, It was Interpreted to mean a majority of all votes cast, whether the question Itself was voted upon or not. • * • • Local Public to Inspect Ju 0 Vo.t ing Machine Monday Portsmouth voters are to have their first peek at a voting machine Monday at the Hotel Rockingham when the city's four service clubs sponsor a demonstration. The machine is to be set up in the hotel before noon and the ser- 1 vice clubs are inviting the public to inspect it at any time during the, . afternoon. On Monday night, there is to be an inter-service club dinner and (2) He turns down a pointer the Rotarians, Lions, Khyanlans above the name of each of his prefand Exchange members wlll hold a erences for the various offlces. mock election to test for them(3) If there are referenda, he selves the machine's efficiency. turns down a pointer to either • • • "Yes" or "No" on each question. DEFINITE HOURS for the vot(4) He again turns the red han~ Ing public to look over the ma- die at the front of the machine. chines have not been set, according This opens the curtain and at the to Ira A. Brown, dinner chair- same time records his vote on the man, but soci11I science students machine's tabulating mechanism. from the high school are scheduled The machine ls then ready for to be at the hotel at 11 :30. the next voter. In some cities the The Portsmouth League of Worn- voting interval ls not more than en Voters Is cooperating with the 40 seconds long. service clubs, Brown said, and its * * • members 11re to ex11mlne the maAT T HE END of the day's voting, chine In the arternoon. election officials In teams open the The type of machine that Is to be machines and take off the totals demonstrated In Portsmouth weighs that have been registered. ln many 900 pounds, Brown s11id, and has six cities, the results are known withseparate control keys. Usually these in 30 minutes after the polls close . are supervised by 11s many differThis contrasts with the system ent officials, "which makes It tough now in effect in Portsmouth where for anyone to pull any monkey Ward 5 posts Its report about two business." hours after the close, to be fol• • • • lowed at various 'intervals by the WHEN THE VOTER Is allowed to other wards, until, in some cases, enter the machine after checking the last ward ls counted about 5 with the election officials to make am. certain his n:unc Is marked on the Voting machines have not yet checklist, he performs four slmpl~ been accepted by any New Hampoperations. shire city or town, the secretary of (1) He movrs the red handle on state's office reported today, but the front of the machine to cl_ose enabling legislation ls in the stathc curtains, insuring privacy. lutes. CONFUSION OVER the "majority" question arose last week In a controversy concerning city council Iauthorization of a requested recount on "beano," which was defeated In Portsmouth by an 18-vote margin. At that time Councilman Thomni,; H. Simes, a l11wyer, minimized the Importance of a retabulatlon, asserting that the "beano" question would have reoulred a mn.forlty ot all votes cast fn the election. His view was upheld by Councilman Lc>stcr n. Whitnker, who took the trouble to give a detalled _His contention doe, not coincide mathematical breakdown of the ~1th_ the opmlon of legal authorl"requircd" vote In a "Public For- lies 111 Concord. Consulted by Rep. um" letter to The Porl1mou1h Herald. Hae S. Laraba, they told him that "It is generally believed that the term "present and voting" rethe 'beano' rercrcndum at the re- fers only to those voting on the cent election lost by only 18 votes," question ltsclf. Whitaker wrote. "This Is an error Under any other lntc>rprctallon. acted upon by The Por11mou1h Her- the liquor question would have aid in an editorial and by Atty. been defeated ln Portsmouth In at Thomas E. Flynn for the Ameri- l~ast two referendums In the past can Legion In remarks derogatory eight .Years. By the same token to the council. • • . the sale of beer would have bee~ * * • prohibited two oth<'r years. ''THE ENABLING ACT for the * * • 'beano' referendum had the snme' MEAN\VJifl,E, the Amcrlcim Lewording as that for the flri,;t refer-· .l(ion post here has continued to cndum on the councll-mana~er fight the "beano battle" on the plan and as that for the recc>nt ground that the city council's rcrefe1·cndum for the repeal of th, Jecllon of a recount request denies council-manager plan that, In or, the "will of the people." der to be effective, a majority ot The council voted down the rethose present and voting had to be count after City Solicitor Arth J _o btained," Whitaker Insisted. Reinhart ruled that there is n~rle~ gal authorization for it. Attorney Flynn, representing the Lrglon, has Indicated that he wlll make a court test of the issue. I I I JI �~v, Under the governor's pla, 1 the $300,000 would be used to finance an underpass at the Woodbury avenue intersection and construction of a spur road parallel to Woodbury avenue. 'I'he spur road would extend from a tnf,flc circle neai· the old Joseph Cohen farm to a point beyond Bean's Hill, Newington. Mock Election Hi.ghlights ·'Vo-t ing Machine' Dinner · Many Portsmouth citizens went to the "polls" yesterday to pass judgment on the efficiency of voting machines. High school students, the Portsmouth Leagµe of Women Voters, members of the city's four service clubs and other interested citizens cast mock votes by the mechanical method during an all-day voting machine demonstration at the Rockingham hotel sponsored by the Lions, Rotary, Kiwanis and Exchange clubs. Each voter performed four simMore t han 250 future voters from Portsmouth high school entered the ple operations. (1) After entering the machine, curtain enclosed booth to appraise the machine on the basis of first he moved a red handle in front of hand experience. The youngsters, the "control board" to close cur'most of them students In social sci- tains. (2) He next turned down a polntence classes, were enthusiastic about its speed and ease of oper- 'er above the name of his preferences for each office. 'aUons. ..,1 .. !. ' . .. . .. * * * SIMILARLY, he • • • BUT AnAMS !las emphasized that the $30(),000 would not be used by the hlg,hway_department unless the present toll road appropriatJon is exhausted before the aforementioned projects are started. Ward 1 Democrat Sam Alessi said he would vote for the legislation if It comes before the House "because I think we should vote for anything that comes to Portsmouth." A similar stand was taken by Wurd 3 Rep. Carlos o. Hobbs who explained, "I have taken the position that we need an underpass at the Woodbury avenue intersection. Suppose It does cost a halC-mllllon dollars, what of It? I'f someone gets , killed out there, It's just as bad isn't' it?" Reps. Mary C. Dondero and Lise LaBelle Payette of Ward 1 and John J. Leary or Ward 3, said they are undecided on the issue. Toll Road Bond Forces a Poser • • • CONCORD, July 20 (AP)-An ad• ditional "contingency" bond issue of $300,000 for the $7,500,000 seacoast toll road appeared ready today for legislative approval. No opposition to the extra funds was voiced at a Senate Finance committee hearing this morning. Highway Commissioner Frederic E. Everett explained that the $300 000 might be needed to build ext;; access to the new &uperhlghway requested by "the people of Portsmouth." I 13) moved a AJ{, AFTERNOON demonstration was follo'wed· at pointer above "yes" or "no" on ht by a "voting machine" din· each referenda question. t4l Again he turned the red er and inock election for service handle to Ol'en the curtains and at club members. the &ame time record his vote "Introduction of the voting maon the machine's tabulating mechchine," guest speaker Philip G. Bowker pointed out, "Involves the anism. The service club members were problem of education." 'given an opportunity to attempt Th~ Massachusetts state sen- "fraud" by tampering with the de• • • a~or and_Ne~ England sales man- ·vlce. . MRS. DONDERO SAID she felt ager for a voting machine manu- :, "You can't have a dishonest elec- th at sufficient funds remain in the ;facturer said that • a three-point Uon with this," Ira A. Brown, pro- original $7,500,000 appropriation to :i)rogram would be undertaken by gram chairman, concluded, "unless finance the underpass and spur ,llla company if machines were rent- six dishonest officials work togeth- road. ~ or purcha.sed. er, and chances of that are pretly "If they haven't enough money The tint step would be' to appoint slim." • • • left what did they do with it all? ·a custodian, a "trustworthy cit!The people up In the Woodbury r.en" w~o would be taught the ASSISTING Brown, of the Ll• avenue area .should have been conmethod of setting up the machine ons club, were Raymond F. Blake sidered before now," she continued. or any type of election. of the Exchange club, George R. Mrs. Payette reserved comment ; ! • . • • . _ Chick, Rotary club committeeman, "until I have given it more f: ''ELECTION officers would re• and Nathan H. Wells, representing th ought." Rep. Edward J . Ingraham :eeive Instruction," he said. "They the Kiwanis club. / 6! Ward 5 could not be reached .would learn the operation Jn detail Head table guests Included Mayfor comment. , and w?,uld be qualified to instruct I or Cecil M. Neal, School Supt. RayPortsmouth's Republican law"."oten. ( mond I. Beal, Rotary club presi- , makers, meanwhile, generally ap', And the last, and most extensive , dent; Harold J . Chandler, president pear to favor the proposed legisla·part of the educational program of the Kiwanis club; Philip F. tion. Two representatives stated wo1;_1ld be public Instruction, taking i i Gray, Exchange club president, they will vote for it, a third Re~dvantage of organization meetings Brown, Chick, Wells, l\1r. Lewis. publican ls undecided, and the ·and classroom cour.~ s for school Bowker and Robert Evans, manufourth Republican representative chlldren. lecturer's representative. · could not be contacted. • Bowker said that a· survey con- i • • • ,ducted by his company proved I REP. RAE S. LARABA of Ward 'that discrepancies in ballot count4, emphasized that the Woodbury :lng are due in almost all cases to avenue intersection is a "traffic worker fatigue, not to Intentional hazard and s'hould be eliminated." i:Ilshonesty. "Traffic ls increasdng on the t He concluded with a brief ex- I Interstate hlg,hway and we should planation of mechanical checks lntake de!lnlte steps to prepare for• cor·porated In the machine to preit. We must have a grade separa·vent fraud. · • tion at Woodbury avenue to protect the public's safety," Laraba added. ' THE DEMONSTRA'rJON was de- · It was Laraba who introduced 'scribed by the Rev. William W. , /Lewis, pastor of the · Unitarian• ! gates to the State Legislature are on the governor's plan before the :universallst church, who served as the horns of a dilemma today-torn House rules committee and paved ,toastmaster, as "experimentation between party policy and the inter- the way for House consideration. tthat will measure ·success· in years ests of the voters "back home" over The measure was being considered 1ahead". a proposed $300,000 additional bond by t/he House appropriations com;: He pointed to the need for exissue for the new toll road and a mittee at a public hearing today. :perlmentatlon in civic activity as Rep. Harry H. Foote of Ward 2 grade separation at the . Woodbury twell as In other ·phases · of human avenue and Interstate highway ln- also Is prepared to vote for the ad; i-endeavor.,_ '· ditlonal appropriation. He explained, terse.ctlon . "I don't see how any one from •, At the mock election 96 persons ' Two local Democratic lawmakers Portsmouth can be against it." ;voted for candidates of the Roosealready are prepared to desert their : veit-Wilkle campaign as well as for Rep. John H. Yeaton of Ward 2, party's move to stall action on Gov. several referendums. another Republican, said, "SomeSherman Adams' request for addi· · However, the true issue was the thing should be done out at the Intional funds which would boost the ;voting machine versus the paper tersection, it's a very dangerous overall toll road appropriation to ballot, and. election results were igplace, but I'm not sur,e now what $7,800,000. Three other Democrats stand I'll take on the governor's reiiiored in favor of evaluation of the are undecided on what stand they'll quest." achln(s_ efi_!clen~~~ ~ ~ - take, while the sixth Democratic • • • legislator could not be contacted. or women. voters Toll Road .Bonds Unopposed at j{.~1> SenafeHearing • • • HANDLING OF the toll road job by Chief Engineer Daniel H. Dickinson -ls now und er investigation by I the attorney general. Dickinson was suspended last week by Gov. Sherman Adams pending an announced investigation of the toll road. No public explanation was given for the surprise move. Everett assured Sen. Aldege Noel CD-Nashua) that passage of the bill would not give the highway department a "blank check.'' Issuance of the bonds, if needed, would be by action of the governor and council, Everett explained. • J • THE C0!\11\USSJONER expressed hope that the extra funds would not be needed because "we are now getting better bids." Stinson Taylor, secretary of tdle State Petroletun Industries committee, said he would offer an amendment to the bill to make certain that a 1,000-foot area south of the north , terminus of the hig,hway In Ports- 1 ::~~! w;::~::~ be tLSed for com- : The present bill exempts that area Ifrom a limited access provision that applies to the rest of the highway. The House has already pas.sect the bill. I F~~~m~!~~~jJ~~. THE THIRD Republican repre,11entatlve from Ward 2, Charles T. Durell, was in Portland and could not be reached for comment. Portsmouth's only senator and Republican majority leader, Arthur J. Reinhart, said he will sanction the governor's request if it comes up for Senate consideration. If 2, �I 13 /A~ams Or ers Probe· 01 ·o I Ro d ~\.,("~rro1ect; Engineer Sus ended I • I .' PapersSeized 'Startling' Evidence In Sudden Move; • N0Reason6iven Fo e een31.\~n Probe 0f 1 CONCORD, July 1~ (AP)-Oov. 1 Sherman Adnms snld tortny ho hn~ launched a prol>c of the $7,500,000 Seacoast toll highway, The gc,vernor said thnt he hod suspended Daniel H. Dlcklnson, the 3tate highway department's chief engineer on the road construction Job. • st a t e T0 11 RoCld . 1 CONCORD, July 16 (AP)-A state representative predicted toda!y~&t._• "startling facts" will be disclosed as the state attorney gener11>t pushes an investigation into the co11structlon of the Portsmouth ' to Sea.brook toll road. But Chief Engineer Daniel H. Dickinson of the state hlghwa., depart1 Portsmout,h's Mayor Cecil M. Neal Adams also said that he has ln- ment, whose suspension was ordered yesterday by Gov. Sherman Adams, claims he does not know why he was temporarily ousted. today was appointed a Rock.Ingham struated Atty. Gen. William L. PhinThe 71-year-old Dlc1: inson, who has been associated with the highway COU-1'.lty deputy sheriff by Sheriff ney to Impound "certain documents" department for 17 years, llm1ted comment to a terse, "I don't know anySimes Frink. in Dickinson's ofI!ce. thing about It." Neal, according to Sheriff Frink, • • • • • • • will handle the duties of Deputy REASONS FOR the probe "wlll REP. NED SPAULDING of Hudson, author of the bidding requireSheriff William J. Llnchey, who has become known to the public as the Investigation progresses," Adams ments for the $7,500,000 toll road project, was the source ot the _prediction been Inactive in county law enforceabout "startling facts." ment since he assumed the post of said. Spaulding, who hns been active In legislation affecting highway decity marshal several weeks ago. Dickinson, 71, of Boston, was un- partment handling o1 contracts, said he was "not surprised" at Adams' ac• Linohey, however, has retained available for comment. He wa., for• tlon. He said, however, he did not want to make further comment on rea- his county police authority, "to immerly associated with the Mn~s- so1115 for the action because "the governor knows what he's after and 110 prove relations between the PortsmoutJh police depa.rtment and the achusett.s department of public does Phinney (Atty. Gen. William L. Phinney.)" Spaulding said he wants the governor "to carry the ball and iiet the · Rockingham county police force." works and came to New Hampshire credit." . _ • _ Neal, according to Frink, wlll ban- I 17 years ago. • • • · die the civil matters and "some Dickinson, whose prc.~cnt salary 1 SPAULDING engineered the com• AS CHAIRMAN of th e House com- criminal work" formerly covered by ' ls $5,870 a year, has been In com' plete chnrge of ti'ie sencon~t hlgh- [ pet!Uve bidding requJrements for mlttee on publ!o 1mprov_ement&, Llnchey, the toll road contracts and bond• Spaulding oppOGed "the wide ope~" Frink said he made the appointi way project since It was 5tnrtcd late ing, the publlo housing law and project as submlted by Dlcklnso ment aft-er conferring with a "large last summer. capital budget expenditures. AlThe Hudson solon said both Dick- percent" of Portsmouth area lawyers. The work ls reported by the high- lf'ged "irregularities'' In complying lnson and former Gov, Charles M, Pointing out that Mayor Neal Is a way department to be al>out half with competitive bid requirements Dale told him to "lay of!" seeking veteran of both world wars, Frin;l_ finished. of capital budget expenditures were pasr.ege of an amendment t.o re•· said he selected Neal for his "abl.llty, • • the first revelation in the story- quhe bids. honesty and personallly." THE HOU E of ReprcscntnUves Cote case. The Savin Oonstructlon company Neal's term will expire Jan, 1, 1951, this week voted an extra $300,000 of Hartford, Conn., was awarded the I" nk u.id. . appropriation for the project to conFormer Comptroller Stephen B. t n d j b hi h 1a b t h If a OU a struct additional outlets to the Story and Manchester contractor c~m:i~~ed. o ' w c Portsmouth and Dover areas. Donat F. Cote are now on trial Charles H. Morse of Haverhlll, A law was passed In 1947 requircharged with defrauding the state. Mass., was hired as consulting fn- : (!JO.\ ing that bonds be put up to cover the Spaulding said Dickinson sought glneer on the job, Mor1re is !dent.I,d project. A blll Introduced at this ses- I passage of the toll road project lfled as a former tn11lneering part sion, requiring the highway dcport- 11\Vlthout bidding requirements on ner of Dickinson, , CONCOJtD, Aug. 1 (AP)emnt to submit budget~ like other the bonding o.r t.he. contract.I. Dlc\l'Jn,on, ..Cormerly ', employed Gov. Sherman Adams' olTice todepartments, wai; tabled pending with the ~assachus'e tt• dlvl!ton ot day said a statement on the results of Governor Adams' reorgnnlpublic v.orks, came to New Hamp• • status of Daniel H. Dickinson, 1 shire in 1932, za.tlon of the state aclm1nlstratlon. suspended highway department However, ccmstruotlon of the road Another bill recently enacted pul.s ehlef engineer, Is expected "in a was going ahead today u the Savin the engineering division of thr deweek or two." comparcy worked t<rNatd the mid• partment directly under the chief DlckJnson, 71-year-old engin1 "You are hereby directed to summer 1950 deadline aet by 1ta engineer. eer In charjl'e of constructing su~pend forthwith D. H. Dlckln- contract with the state. • • • the $7,500,000 sracoast toll road, Nothing so.Id by Oovernor Adams' Tarn DEPARTl\lF.NT Is the stntP's ~on, chief engineer, from nil his was suspende1l In a surprise ac, duties with the state highway deto date Indicates tha,t oonstructlon largest, handling about a third of tion by Adams on July 15. No I pnrtment, pending an Inquiry into operations will be brought t.o a halt the state's expenditures each yenr. public explanation was given for I certain of his nctlvltles In conduring the tnvestlga.tlon. Adams Issued the following Rtatethe move. Adams orclered Atty. l ment to Highway Commissioner nection wibh the toll road, presently Gen. William L. Phinney to under construction between SeaI Frederic E. Everett today: probe Dickinson's activities. brook and Portsmouth. . Dickinson has demanded of (Please turn to page thrre) Adams explained he could not both Adams and Phinney reago Into details of the matter besons for his suspension. The cause of the "seriousness" of the governor's office on Friday inaffair and possible legal compllcadicated a statement would be Uon.s. Issued early this week. Neol Appointeth\:P New Deputy Sheriff • G0\'ernor De Iays HIS • St a t ement Q D• k• • ,., . . n IC Ins On I �State's Officials S1:000 ~n Ac~f-i~ Still Mum on 'S\.\Q, Said Paid For Toll.Road Probe Toll Road Rights I HE SAID EVERETT admitted that $200,000 In engineers fees would , have cost the state halt as much I! done by sta,te engineers. Bingham questioned, on that basis, whether a credit of $40,800 to the state for what work the state engineers did do, should ' not be twice that, or $80,000. A roll call vote of 18 to 3 killed an amendment by Bingham to delete the $300,000 bond issue provision. Bingham also attacked deficiency bills amounting to $347,000 for the year of 1948. Such an appropria tlon, he declared, "Is to legalize an(/ ratify expenditures in excess of appropriations." He referred to the state's sul t against State Treasurer F. Gordon Kimball for paying out $243,000 e·xcess ot approprlallons. CONCORD, July 26 (AP)-New CONCORD, July 18 (AP)_--State Hampshire paid an average of $1,officlals today continued their silence ooo an acre for farmlands ·on the as to reasons why Gov. Sherman right of way for the new $7,500,000 Adams ordered suspension last Fri- seacoast toll road, Sen. Robert P. ,day of ohief hlg,hway engineer Dan- Bingham CD-Manchester) charged today. 1 !el H. Dickinson. l Suspension of tihe 71-year-old Bingham bitterly assalled a bill to veteran of 17 years service to New provide the highway department Hampshire was ordered by ~om- with an additional $300,000 fund for missioner Frederic E. Everett, Adams the half-completed super-highway said, pendll}g an Inquiry into "certain but the bill passed over his protest. 1 of his activities In connection with He told the Senate he had learned ' the (seacoast) toll road." "a lot of curious things" about the ' The $7,500,000 project from Ports- department's handling o"f the toll 1 mouth to Seabrook is a.bout half road job. · .completed. (Gov. Sherman Adams recently Not long after he ordered the suspended the department's ·chief 1mspenslon, and impounding of docu- engineer, Daniel H. Dickinson, and ments and records in Di_e-kinson•~ of- , ordered the attorney g·eneral to j , flee, the chief executive told re- :probe Dickinson's handling of the 1 porters "the entire matter is now toll road joo). · in the hands of the attorney gen- j • • • CONCORD, July 29 (AP)-Daniel eral." "WE PAID some pretty high prlces H. Dickinson, suspended highway • • • for farmlands," Bingham declared. department chief engineer, has deTHAT OFFICIAL, Willlai:n L. It ave1·aged about $1,000 per acre, manded of Gov. Sherman Adams Phinney, repor.ted today, "There Is he said. and Atty. Gen. William L. Phinney 1 , absolutely nothing new I can tell The department actually has $1,reasons for a probe of his activities. 'you." 000,000 clearance on the job, BingFormer Superior Court Justice ' He echoed the preliminary stateham claimed, and the~:efore will ment of the governor, however, have no need of the extra $300,000. Thornton H. Lorimer, counsel for that further information would be 'I1he department asked for the Dickinson, said today he has writmade public "at the proper time." extra bond issue to use if ne('.essary ten the governor and attorney genBoth Dickinson, and his im- to finance an extra access to the eral for an explanation of their actions against the 71-year-old en- , ·mediate superior, Commissioner Ev- highway at Portsmouth. I erett, Insist they know of no r!lason "I don't see how we can tell the gineer. Dickinson was suspended ,July why the investigation was 0rd ered. , people of New Hampshire we can't Meanwhile, Senate majority lead- ', afford money for cancer research, rby Adams In a surpri~e action and 1 er, Arthur J. Reinhart of Portsfor education and for virtually every the governor ordered Phinney to I mouth, said that Senate action on 1 probe Dickinson's handling of con, essential function of state governthe highway department's request ment and at the same time vote struction of the $7,500,000 seacoast , for an additional $300,000 bond toll road. No public explanation was Issue "pends on further disclosures , $300,000 more for them to spend as given for the action. In the Dickinson case." the governor and council see fit." • • • . • * • 1 Reinhart explained, "Like a good LORIMER WROTE the governor: many others, I don't know what the BINGHAM SAID he talked to "The drastic action taken by . the story Is In the governor's action. I Commissioner Frederic E. Everett governor and attorney general has don't know what he has in mind who told him the contract called for beclouded the reputation of Mr. aud so r can't predict what the $5,600,000 on the job. An engineer Dickinson who is an elderly man Senate w!ll do." corrected the commissioner, Bing- and has given many years of faithThe House passed the bill, which ham said, and made the figure $5,- ful public service." p~ovides additional funds for sepa- 200,000. In the letters, Lorimer said "a rating the Woodbury avenue-Inter" k mere $400,000 difference," thorough Investigation and analysis 1>tate bypass intersection, prior to Bingham commented. by Impart.la!, competent persons Adams suspension the veteran I During debate Finance Committee / will lead to a lifting of his suspenchie'f engineer. Chairman Curtis Cummings (R- sion and will further demonstrate , The bill will be given to the Sen- , Colebrook) declined to yield to fur- that the state's Interests in the enate's finance committee for study ther questions claiming the queries gineering of the design and contomorrow, according to Reinhart, were intended for "furtherance of struction of the road were well and should be reported out to the . personal publicity." served." floor for Senate action this week. / Bingham charged that the highLorimer said today that Dickin. • • • way department has been given son has offered all private, personal 1 , IN A WEEKEND development !t i "free reign" a-nd that "thousands of or public papers in his possession to was .learned the legislative invest!- dollars In engineers fees" on the job help the Investigation and will ex.gating committee, headed ~Y . Sen. j may have "something to do _ with tend full cooperation to the probe. ;Norm11,n y A,;,.McM~ek,_in . _CR-Haver- why we have the highway." • • • )1111) , woUld · discuss .... tomorrow adOnly benefits to New Hampshire, PHINNEY SENT a letter of ac' v1sabllity" ofl probing the matter. Bingham claimed, Is the $488,000 knowledgment, Lorimer said, but no The commlEte~. known as the "Pills-. paid for land and to utilities. reply was received from Adams. ]bury committee" while Rep. John Phinney said he would inform LoiP!llsbury (R~Manchester) was its . imer of his finds later, Lorimer said. chairman, had , already given some The governor has promised full thought to investigating the highdetails to the public when Phinney way department. completes his investigation . , It held a considerable number of Lorimer said he demanded to hearings relative to the Story-Cote Cote case, said the 'highway depart- know reasons that motivated the case . but suspended them when the ment had been "overripe" for a long Suspension and probe so he could pair went on trial 12 weeks ago 1n period o! time for a ." thorough in- prepare Dickinson 's defense if need Merrimack county superior oourt. vestlgat!on." be. ·, Sen. Robert P. Bingham (D-ManBingham charged facilities of the Governor Adams_' office said to!chester);-a faithful .attendant at the highway department had been used • day a statement will be made early · many hearlngs_relatlve to the Storyfor "servicing and repairing private I next week on Dickinson's status. !, -. ·cars." . T ! I in .Dickinson Demands Reasons Behind ,,(' Probe of Work ·\,.:· I I I er 151 Five Men Named To Harbor Board ~.,.. Five Portsmouth area men have been named to a committee to promote development of the Piscataqua river and Portsmouth harbol". Appointment by the state Planning and Development commission were City Manager Erlward C. Peterson, John H. Greenawa~, president of the New Hampshire National Bank of Portsmouth, Perley I. Fitts of Durham, state agnculture commissioner, Thornton N. Weeks of Greenland, retired navy yard official, and Ernest W. Christenson a Dover Insurance man. The ' group will meet with the commission In Portsmouth next Tuesday. The United States army engineers corps is considering proposed improvements in both the river and harbor . A' recent study by the planning commission reported a proposed state pier at Portsmouth was "not teaslble at" this time." •By-Pass Proiect t~ In 'Planning Stage,' Everett Reports . The proposed separation of Woodbury avenue and the Interstate bypass is still in the planning and '"dickering" stage and it w!ll be "at least" two mon~hs before the first shovelful of dirt is turned over on the project. So said Highway Commissioner Frederic E. Everett today during an explanation of the highway department's plans for the grade separation. One obstacle in the way of final planning is "what _to do" with the Howard Johnson restaurant. The department wants to move the bullcling· diagonally across tl1_e. s_uperhig·hway to a site In the v1cm1ty of Boyd road. • • • THAT PLAN is in the "discussion phase", according to Everett and , highway officials are "dickering" ; wHh tlhe restaurant owners. The dep11 rlment's plans provide for pa ssing Woodbury avenue above the Interstate highway and 1Jhe construction of ramps from the superhighway to give access to Woodbury avenue. A spur road, running parallel to 1 Woodbury avetme and connecting with the present U. S. Route 4 near Lhe General Sullivan bridge, is to be constructed to carry the Whit.e mountain traffic now being funneled through Woodbury avenue, Everett .said. • • • THE GRADE separation p,roject and the spur road are to be financed out of funds rem~ining in the $7,500,000 bond issue money raised to pay for canst.ruction of the Portsmouth to Seabrook toll highway. If these funds prove insufficient, the General Court recently approved an additional $300,000 bond i.ssue t,o complete the projects. j J4 �Secret 'Evidence' New Hamps~ire I On Susp~~!;tsion Still 'Looking ll'lto' . . °"\ ')., Goes to Dicki son To II Road· Case 'l-- CONCORD, Aug. 16 (AP)-Daniel H. Dickinson, suspended highway department chief engineer, today was confronted with "evidence" compiled by Atty. Oen. William L. Phinney, Gov. Sherman Adams said Phinney's report on how the 71-)eRrold engineer handled a contract for engineering services on the .!!tate's $7,500,000 seacoast toll rond ha.a been turned over to Dickinson. The chief engineer and his attorney, H. Thornton Lorimer of Concord, rure i;chrduled to meet wit.h Adams and Hlghw11y Commi~sionrr Frederic E. Exerett on Thunsda,y to discuss Phlnney's findings. • • • DICKINSON, In charge of con- struction on the toll rood, w11, suspended July 15 by Adams without a public explanation. Details of the evidence obtained by Phinney were not made public by the governor. Asked whether 'Phinney's Iindtngs could be the basis for criminal action against Dlck.lmon, LorlmPr said he would not. comment until he knew the Intentions of Adams and Phinney. • • • LORIMER SAID in 11nswl!11" to a quc.stlon that the report Involved Col, Charles O. Morse Of Haverhill, Ma.,s., fonner engineering partner of Dicklnwn's, and the New York !inn of PM·son, Brinckerhoff, Hall and MacDonald. The engineering firm reportedly retained Morse In nn ndvlsory ca,p aclty on the toll rond job upon recommenda,t lons of Dlcklnron. Commissioner Everett Rlso de• clined comment today, saying, "I'vtt been told to keep my mouth ~hut.'' • • • con'tacted at his Concord home, sRid he hn.~ seen Phinney's report but that any comment would have to come from Lorimer. The governor's office said Adams offered to discus~ the report with Dickinson and Lorimer at any time, but that Lorimer had a~ked for 11, delay until Thursday because of other buslne 8, . The oonference ,~ set for 8:30 am. DICKINSON, Merrill fires CONCORD, Aug. 25 (AP)-New Hampshire Highway Commissioner Frank D. Merrill today fired Charles H. Morse, Haverhill, Moss., engineer from his Job on the state's $7,500.000 seacoast toll road. Merrlll ordered the engineering firm which hired Morse on the Job to "permanently separate" him. ·-Dickinson Sees Adams Briefly;1 Case Still Secret DlcklnsO'll resigned Friday after Adams disclosed what he termed The firm was also told that Mer- Hlrregularitles" and "gro.ss carelessri!! Intends to demand reimburse- ness" In Dickinson's handling or enment of "rC'rlain nmounl.s of money" gineering contracts. Morse, a former pnid to Morse becnuse they "\vere ob- partner of Dickinson, Is still retained tained under improper clrcumstan- on the Job. ces." • • • Morse was Involved In recent disTHE GOVERNOR said Morse had closures by Gov. Sherman Adams of agreed to "adjust" about $4,000 CONCORD, Aug. 18 (AP)-Gov. what he termed "irregularities" and Morse received by placing himself "gross carelessness" in connection on the payroll of the toll road Job i Sherman Adams met for less than with engineering contracts on the . which he was supervising at a fixed I an hour today with Daniel H. Dickinson, suspended highway departtoll road project. . fee of $15,000. I ment chler engineer, but still de• • • Morse today In Haverhill denied clined comment on the status or the ADAMS llfADE the 1evelations he agreed to make an "adjustment." 71-year-old official. on the bais of a probe by Atty, Gen. "I have no adjustment to make," Wllllam L. Phinney of Hlg,l1Way he said. Adams recessed a conference with Department Chief Engineer Daniel He claimed tha,t by agreement Dickinson and other officials until H. Dickinson, In charge of !he toll ,nth the engineering firm which · this afternoon, road Job. The 71-year-old engineer hired him• on the job, he was to DicklnsO'll w a s suspended by resigned under fire Inst week. charge for any time he spent on the Ada.ms without explanation July 15 Morse was a !o1mer partner of Job. An adjustment, If any, would and Adams ordered Atty, Gen. WilDickinson".~. and was hlrrd for the have to be m1tde betweCJI the engln- llam L. Phinney to probe Dlcklnjob upon reoommendatlon of Dick- eerlng fll'IT\, and the state, Morse ln- son 's handling or the $7,500,000 sealnson. . dlcated. coast toll road construction Job. 'l1he New York City engineering ' Phinney In hi8 report on Dick• • • firm ordered to drop Morse Is Par- J1nson, said the state paid $103,000 TODAY'S PARLEY was called to sons, Brinckerhoff, Hall and Mac- anore to Morsi; for roadway designs give Dickinson a chance to answer Donald. than It co.st Morse to make the "evidence" compiled by Phinney In Merrill, retired army major gen- 1 plans. Morse today said he could his investigation. oral or "Merrill's Marauders'' fame N>t comment on that statement beDickinson, accompanied by his In the Burma theater during Warld cause "I have no record or costs." lawyer, Atty H. Thornton Lorimer, War II, wa.,; hamect, highway com- j • • • arrived at the governor's office at missioner by Adams to replace PHINNEY ALSO reported PQY· 8:30 this morning. Phinney, HighFrederic E. Everett, ·who nslgned. ment of nearly $7,000 to Dickinson way Commissioner Frederic E, "I'm going to take whatever ac- by Morse. Morse today claimed the Everett and Asst. Atty, Gen. Wlltlon I see po.sslble to recover any payments were "perfectly legiti- 11am S. Green aLso sat ln on the money Improperly paid out by the mate." closed conference. state,'' Menill declared today. He said payments were for servThe governor said the recess In / • • • , Sees by Dickinson on,, "a water the meeting WM to give Dickinson PHINNEY, In his report on Dick- works and a bridge job. / and Lorimer an opportunity to lnson, claimed that Morse had "I had to have help" on th 05C "fully develop their case." I d hi If th toll d Jobs Morse said, "and I went to P ace mse on e roa pay- DI ho had worked on the 1 Dickinson was presented a sumrnlJ and had collected about $500 a Jo~ and had more know- mary of Phlnney's !lndlngs on month, In addition to his fixed $1.5,, ' Monday ledge of them than any living man. ' · ODO fee for supervising the Job. GovMorse declined to where the Lorimer, however, .said the gov81111 emor Adams has prevlou., ly 1'\ld this j bs ated ernor hlmsel! Interrupted the con1 amounts to about $4,000 and would 0 Thewepraeymocen•· h, ad no connection !erence. be "adjusted." "" • • with the toll road Job, Morse 1nMerrlll, meanwhile, .said todny he slsted. The two jobs developed In "THE GOVERNOlt, I believe, ha~ wl11 act as his own chler engineer 1946 Mol"l!le l!aid, before I.be toll road a speaking enga~ement somewhere, until he decides upon a replacement Job '.was undertaken. Lorimer said, "that's why the confor Dickinson. Merrill, under a reorMorse wa.s hired on the tol1 road ference wa.s del:lved until thl s a!ganlzation act passed by the 1949 ect recommenda.tlon by. ternc;,on. The attorney general s reLegislature, has authority to name pro~upon port was given to me some time two a.sslstant commissioners. 1 Die n. ago, and our case ls fuily deThe new commissioner Rays he I veloped." expects to have a full report on Lorimer refused to state oonthe status of the toll road Job and tents of Phlnney's re;>ort, Lorimer an est.lmate of completion date br previously, in answer to a question, Sept. 30. said Col. Charles Morse of HaverHe also announced that the highhill, Mass., Dickinson's former enway department will no longer do glneering partner, is Involved. Morse work for private Individuals. I was hired in an advisory capacity "I believe the department should on the toll road Job. do nothing which private enterpri~e Adams, in a previous statement, Is capable of doing," Merrill ex-1 indicated Phlnney's Investigation plained, _ _ _ _ _ _ _ centered around Dickinson's hand- Morse, Engineer l For Toll Road 'i) CONCORD, Aug, 22 (AP)-Atty, Gen. William L. Phinney said today "we're trying to salvage anything that's ·salvagable" from alleged mishandling of engineering contracts on the state's $7,500,000 Seacoast toll road. Gov. Sherman Adams said the matter of Col. Charles H. Morse, Haverhlll, Mass., engineer, Involved with resigned state chief engineer Daniel H. Dickinson, was still being looked into. kl ~:oi;in; • 0 ling of contract.s for enginee.i:ing services. �·Novembet, ~ay ~!e Lifting of Toils on Dover Point Bridge tPOrtsmouth Tax ·Rate l0pp8d- Back to $41 By State Commission_, ! IMerrill Stamps ~ I N. y. Firm Fires ~ rl· .·. , E· • f Official Approval Morse to Comply . nc~meJfjipa .e ' 1. On Toll Road Job With Merrill Order 'OffiCials Find I00 Conservative I _CONCORD, A~g._ 31 (AP)-State y~-~N;~fn~~it~;- :i~~A~l)~\~~ Highway Comm1sswner Frank D. -plied with the state's order to fire Merrill today gave a clean bill of · Charles H. Morse, Haverhill, Mass., health for all phases of the $7,- engineer, Hig,hway Commissioner 500,000 Seacoast toll road project, Frank D. Men-m reported today, save for approximately $100,000 in Merrill yesterday ordered Parsons, •tthan last year. ' ' alleged° overcharges by Col. Brinckerholf, Hall and MacDonald Charles Morse of Haverhill, Mass., to dismLss Mol'.:ie from his job on Although City Manager Edward C. discharged designing engineer. New Hamp.shire's $7,500,000 1,eaPeterson submitted a rate of $41.30, coa.st toll road. Merrill held a conference this the ·tax commission calculated that I A conference with the firm will some ,sources of anticipated revenue 1 morning with Eugene MacDonald be held "ln the near future," Merwould exceed· city estimates· and or- 1 of the New York engineering firm rill 11aid, w determine reimbursedered a reduction In the "overlay" 1 doing the 14-mile job. ment to the 1tat.e of "certain amonnla" paid ' ''Improperly'' to allowance to achieve ;' a. statistical I He has asked the firm, Parsons, MQl'Se. balance. •. · Brinckerhoff, Hall and MacDon, , '.. • • ' • •• :-. • ' ! • • ald, to see that the state Is reim.MERRILL SAID the firm noti· PETERSON EXPLAINED that bursed for the alleged overcharge. !led him that Morse is discharged the state •officials found the city too 1 conservative in its estimates of in- I At the conclusion of the con- effective tomorrow. Morse was involved In disclosures ' come from a.utomoblle relistratlon ' ference, at which Asst. Atty. Gen. taxes and the local share of railroad : William Green also sat, Merrill by Gov. Sherman Adams of what he levies paid ·to the ·state.- But Bince ' said "efforts are being made to termed "Irregularities" and "gross -the ·commission had no authority to accomplish an equitable adjust- carelessness" by the state's chief . engineer on the roa,di project. revise those figures, a cut in the ment." . Daniel H. Dickinson, 71-year-old 1 ·"overlay" :was made. ' * MERRILL PRAISED both the ' chief engineer and former partner I 'l1he "overlay'' · ls the- amount . set construct ion firm, Savin Co., and of Morse, resigned under fire last , a.side to a~rib valuation abate- John O. Morton of Concord, week. ments. former highway department offiMerrlll took office this week to • 1 .. With . the , _tax ra-te finally ap- cial, who has been employed by replace Frederick E. Everett who ii)roved,~ P.eteinon : said -today that• the MacDonald firm as residential also re.5igned. • • • ,bills. Probably, would go out to taxengineer on the job. Col. Morse ~ was engaged by the New York REIMBURSEl\IENT claims by 1 .~~t ~ep;, : engineers as chief of the job. . Merrlll concern about $4,000 Morse 1 . THE . CI'l'Y MANAGER WM 0 ~ 1 Ip a prepared statement, Merrill l allegedly collected bJy placing him, viou.sly . pleased by the reduction 881 said Morton "has done an out- ,: self on the toll road rpayl'Oll although 'he Mid lhe had expected "diltlculty" standing job in supervising the I he waa also collecting a $15,000 in , obtaining the. sta,te·s approval of' construction and seeing that all tee for supervisory services. Atty. ms •$41.30 figure, : the work and material are of the Gen. William L. Phinney also claims Morse collected $103,000 !more than . . ! best quali\Y," . Peter.san etd Portsmouth. is one of , State house circles have been it cost him to draw up engineering the few New Ha.mp$hlre communi- ; mentioning Morton as possible de.,igns for the work. Morse used ties .where tax rates ·ihave been low• choice for the post of a second highway department "preJ.lminary" ered. Most cities and in the assistant commiss10ncr in the plans !OT which the state was allowea a $40,000 deduction, Phinney state have been forced to ~ t highway department. explained. ,;rates because of the .state Legislature's slash in · sta,te · aid to cit~e6 ' , Portsmouth's tax rate dropped even lower than was expected yes- · terday when the State Tax commlssion set a figure of $41-70 cents less I • * * I L- .~r• l towns ,a.nd towns. 0 But despite the drop in the tax rate, a mapiily of Portsmouth home ,owners 11tlll :ta<:e an increase in their · ta.x bll1s. Peterson said the drop ha.a been offset by Increased valuations. He added, however, thait the boost 1n tax bills wnt not be u great u ~ expected! before the commission slashed hill $4l,30 figure, ~• • • • IN ADDITION to the reduction ' ~e city's "overlay" !rom $11,000 , to $3,000, & lower tiax rate resulted from an increase of approxima,tely $2,000,000 in property .va.I,ua.tiona of a $56,253 revenue 8\ll'PlUS ~count : to f!riance one-ha.If , of & ' · t,_$62,729_._aupp~en?._l'Y budget • , - bl use end\ ,Builders Rush 5:~ 'Toll Road Bids · . State highway department officials today reported a "sc1·amble" by contractors interested in a Portsmouth-Dover overpass and detour lfine on the new $7,500,000 sencoaSl toll road. Au d as a result, highway dcpartment engineers are working overtime_ to supply enough plans and specifications to contractors. Bids/ are to be opened Oct. 15. --:::---,,.---------,-~-...: Peterson said he and the city councll orlgi'llally set aside $11,000 as the "overlay" fund but that the atate tax commission dropped the flgure by $8,000 af,t er ehecking the city's expected revenue. Comml.saionera John R. Spring and Lawton B. Chandler set the new rate during a. conference wi.th both Peterson a,nd the local boaird of u- 1 ee&,Ol'I. ----.....-- The General Sullivan toll bridge at Dovet' Point ls to be "toll free" within a "reasonable time." Higl~way Commissioner Frank D. Mcrrlll said today that he could not set an exact date for the "liberation" of the 17-year-old structure but that he hoPtd it I would come in November. · HE EXPLAINED the llfting of tolls from the bridge is now dependent on the payment of outstanding bills so that when the toll levy is taken off there will be no further charges against the bridge account. The commissioner also said that I the highway department is plan- j ning to redeem all the bridge toll tickets that are still held by motot·ists when the bl'idge is freed. "We plan to refund the money represented by tickets and perhaps give the holders 30 days in which to collect their rebates," Commissioner Merrill said. * .. ... HE ADDED that no ceremonies will mark the freeing of the bridge from tolls. Toll collections at the bridge have averaged $100,000 a year since the structure was opened to traffic in April, 1933. The bridge was built at a cost of $950,000 and an additional $40,000 was spent to purchase land near both the General Sullivan and the Alexander Scammell bridges. [Jobless Claims Show Decrease In Portsmout.h ~ Indications that · employment ls picking up in the Portsmoutl!J area were revealed this morning by Andrew C. Graves, manager of the New Hampshire employment service office here. Graves said that the number of initial claims for unemployment compensation filed for the fiscal month ot July totaled 551, while the number during the month of June was 644. 'Conditions are, on the whole, not critical," Graves commented. Bureau of labor statistics release<! from Concord show that unemploy- , ment dropped from 5.5% of the working force in June to 4.7 in July in the seacoast region. The bureau also reports that unemployment ln the entire sta•te ls on the decrease. I Ib �Int erstate Bridge Unit s Shifts Dir~ctors' '6oard () 17 R~organization of the Maine-New Hampshire Interstate bridge authority was effected last night at a meeting of the directors h ld · the to~ house. e m I Lloyd B. Morton of Farmington, ,,_ , Me., assumed the chairmanship, succeeding former Highway Commissioner Frederic E. Everett of New Hampshire. Morton is hlghway commissioner in the Pine Tree state. Highway Commissioner Frank D. Merrill of New Hamsphire was elected to the vice chairman's post and Frank E. Brooks of PortsCONCORD, Oct. 15 CAP)-Conmouth, formerly clerk, was chosen struction costs on the $7,500,000 treasurer to succeed Hollis B. Cole seacoast toll road will run at least of Kittery who was not reappoint$630,000 under that figure, Gov. ed to the authority. Sherman Adams and his executive * * * council were informed today. JOSEPH T. SAYWARD, chairHighway Commissioner Frank man of the Maine Turnpike auD. Merrill reported the savings to thority, was elected clerk, succeedthe executive body after a conferIng Brooks. Edward Elwell, apence with the New York City firm pointed in the place of Cole, atof engineers which is supervising Jtended his first meeting. the project. Wallace F. Purington, executive The $7,500,000 expenditure was secretary of the authority, ~aid authorized for construction of the that in other business the board 14-mile strip by the 1947 Legisgave Its approval to the separation lature. of the Woodbury avenue-Interstate by-pass grade crossing. l\IERRILL ADDED that a con-, Purington said that approval of tingency fund of $280,000, set up the authority was necessary before within the $7,500,000 bond issue, the Woodbury overpass construchas been tapped for only $16,000 I tion could get under way. for 'lIDPrgenay cocrts. · He emphasized he expects completion of the project by June 1. He said the present ac~ountlng does not include the Woodbury a\fenue access in Portsmouth nor the Bean hill side-pass. The last General Court authorized an extra $300,000 5 bond issue to insure financing of those two projects, expected to entail a cost of about $700,000. He explained this bond issue will The New Hampshire highway be largely saved in the final paydepartment today asked for sealed ing off for all three jobs. bids on the constr uction of nearly * • * three miles of "spur" road to NewMERRILL PREVIOUSLY reington and an overpass of Woodported the Savin Construction bury avenue and the Interstate bycompany of Providencl!, R. I., will pass. be paid $5,537,932 for the actual Bids on the project will be acbuilding job of the four-lane supercepted until Oct. 17 at 2 pm, Higl1highway. way Commissioner Frank D . MerCement pipes, furnished by the r ill announced. state prison in Concord, are costThe specifications listed by the I commissioner call for the con- ing $53,500 and three toll house costs are includec;l in $108,840 misstruction of 2.745 miles of twocellaneous charges. lane bituminous macad am, .284 Land acquisition costs, including miles of four-lane bituminous full damage payments for morl? macadam and a 76-foot reinforce d than a score of houses near the concrete bridge with hot asphalt Portsmouth end of the turnpike, are listed at $509,940. co:::teT~:;:~:~:\oad phase of The supervising New York engineering firm is to get a total the project is the "sput" road that payment of $176,445, or 3% of ihe will start at the traffi\: circle in the contract price. · new toll road and ru'n, parallel to Woodbury avenue, to a point beyond Bean:S hill, ~ewington. , The construction of a quarter of : a mile of four-lane highway is made necessary, a spokesman said, by lowering the pre ent roadway of the Interstate bypass to take the course of the road beneath t he proposed Woodbury avenue bridge. Construction of the bridge will permit Woodbury avenue traffic to flow over the bypass. Toll Road Costs Run -$630,000 .,~ Under Estimafes . Sealed Bids Sought ,For 'Spur' Road /f And Overpass Job ~ I I * * * Connecting Link Seacoast Toll Road To Be Ready in June The 15-mile Portsmouth to Seabrook toll highway is scheduled for completion by June 1, 1950. That was the information given Gov. Sherman Adams and his executive council yesterday by Highway Commissioner Frank D. Merrill. The commissioner added that he has been assured by Massachusetts officials that a connecting link between the SE!abrook end of the four-lane toll road and the three-lane Newburyport turnpike will be ready for public use at approximately the same time. * * * COMMISSIO ER MERR ILL said today that Bay State officials are plann ing to build a two-lane, 36-foot connecting road from a point two miles north of Salisbury to the end of the toll road. The Mas achusetts road will be passable to traffic by June 1, Merrill said, but paving will not be completed before June 15. Merrill said that th e governor and council bad given him a "green light" on laJ')d purchases in the vicinity of the intersection of Woodbury avenue and the Interstate bypass, and along the proposed route of a "spur" road from re y Slat d· For Nov. 1 When Bridge Is 'Freed'0 ~ The "freeing" of the General John Sullivan toll bridge is to be marked by "appropriate ceremon'ies," Highway Commissioner Frank D. Merrill said today. Gov. Sherman Adams, other state dignitaries and municipal officials in the area are to be invited to attend the celebration tentatively scheduled for the morning on Nov. 1, Commissioner Merrill said. One of the features planned for the occasion, according t o the commissioner, is to have a bulldozer or heavy truck chained to the toll house on the Dover side to drag it out of the way. * * the superhighway to the Gener al Sullivan toll bridge. The department's revised plans for the separation of Wo odbury avenue and the byIJass necessitate the buying of more land and th e moving of the Howard Johnson restaurant from its present location to a new site at Boyd road, he said. * * * THE DEPARTMENT already h as moved the Joseph Cohen homestead across the superhighway to a loc'ation at Boyd r oad and the restaurant removal will be the second maj or shift of buildings in that area. Originally the highway department planned only to widen the intersection of Woodbury avenue and the bypass but public opinion in Portsmouth forced a r evision of the plans and the General Court authorized an additional $300,000 bond issue to meet the cost. In addition, the department's plan for a "spur" road stemming from the traffic circle on the toll highway- on the former site of the Cohen farm-were given the "go ahead." This road Is to parallel I (PJP;11,e "Venue to a point just beyond Bean's hill . in Newington. * * * HIGHWAY OFFICIALS believe that the spur road will take the brunt of the traffic headed toward the White mountains and greatly r educe the number of vehicles using Woodbury avenue as an exit to the North country. Commissioner Merrill said that he will advertise for bids on the Wood bury avenue project on Thursday as he expects the plans and specifications for the job to be r eady by then. At that time, Commissioner Merrill said he would release the full details of the project to the public. * COMMISSIONER MERRILL explained today that the Oct. 31 date for opening the bridge t o free travel was set to enable the . department to builtl up a reserve for r epairs to the structure. He said the depar tment plans t o resurface the roadways on both the General Sullivan and the Alexander Scammell bridges and to carry out underwater repairs. In addition the department plans to resurface approaches to the (Please turn to page three) Bridge Tollsccontinued from page one) bridges and a complete repainting job is planned. Commissioner Merrill also disclosed that the lights on the bridges will be controlled by an electronics device that will cost $600 t o install. �II8 Interstate Bridge Bond Redeeming~ Set for February~Eighty-seven of the outstanding bonds on the Maine-New Hampshire Interstate bridge are to be "called in " on Fe b. 1, 1950. Wallace F . Pw·ington, executive secretary to the authority, said today that, in addition to tbe bonds being rede emed, the Authority in 1949 bought 20 of the $1,000 certificates in the open market. The bridge was financed through the issuing of 2,400 bonds. Of these, 2,205 are s till outstanding but that iigure will be reduced by lhe redemption scheduled for February. Purington said tbe bridge bonds will mature in February, 1.9 69/he bonds to be redeemed wer seected by lot and will be paid off'at 103 % of their principal value. FREE AT LAST-Gov. Sherman Adams breaks a tape stretched across the road at the Dover end dt the Gen. John Sullivan bridge, thus ending the payment of tolls on the $1,000,000 structure, which was opened to public travel on Sept. 6, 1934. The last toll was paid at 10:15 am today. (Portsmouth Herald :Photo) ~' Brief Ceremonies Mark End Of Tolls on Sullivan Bridge '(\ The Gen. John Sullivan bridge is now toll free. Gov. Sherman Adams, addressing State Highway Commissioner Frank D. Merrill, state and local officials and 200 happy spectators, directed tile bridge be "the people's property-now their own without payment of tolls," this morning. Ceremonies freeing the 15-year-old bridge were brief. Fire Chief John E. Holden of Newington drove across the bridge and stopped at the toll house, where he got out of his car and handed The "liberation" of the Interstate bridge from tolls may be only 14 Governor Adams the last toll ticket t.° be collected. years in the future. Holden remarked to Adams "I That was indicated today by Frank E . Brooks of Portsm_out~, treasnever thought I'd see the day that • • • urer of the Maine-New Hampshire Interstate Bridge authority, m a re. ,\MONG THE OFFICIALS pre- port made at a luncheon meeting of bridge directors in the Hotel Rock. t o11 s wo uld b e remove d f rom th 1s b •ct y d th ll t O sent were Mayor Cecil M. Neal, Ingham ri ge. ou an ,, e counc are Granville Knox, chairman of the · be congratulated. Newington board of selectmen, Brooks said that all the bonds He was then handed a scroll Mayor Simon G. Marcos and City issued to fina ce the bridge _and . naming him the last toll payer. Manager Woodbury Brackett of Do- four-lane by-pass must be retired "This cost me plenty," Holden jok- ver and members of the governor's by 1969. However, if traffic coningly told the governor. council, Harry P. Smart of Os- 1 tlnues to increase at an average In a brief address, Governor sipee, J. Guy Smart of Durham, rate of 2% to 3 % annually, the DOVER POI T, Oct. 25 (AP)Adams said the ceremony "marked C. Edward Bourassa of Manches- bond issue will be recalled by 1963. John E. Holden, Newington oil the termination of a contract be- ter, Charles M. Mills of Jaffrey Brooks pointed out in his report dealer, will pay the last toll on tween the people and the state." and Charles F. Stafford of Laconia. that traffic increased 13% in the the General Sullivan bridge here • • • Also present were the former fiscal year 19 48 -1949 over th e pre- Nov. 1 Monday. "IT SHOWS the good faith of the toll-takers, all in uniform, who vious year, 1917-1914684. inThtehtrafflc .Highway Commissioner Frank watched with mixed emotions. volume was 1,963, e year D Merrill said when Holden pays · representatives of the people, and ending June 30, 1949, or a total his 15 cents to Gov. Sherman ' th e fai th of th e people who were The governor and his party left increase of 268,051 vehicles. Adams the bridge will be declared . willing to be assessed the toll," shortly after for an inspection of * • • toll free. ; Governor Adams told th e audience, the Interstate bridge and a lunch WHEN THE BOND issue "'.as Merrill explained that Holden \ He commented that Indians who at the Rockingham hotel. granted in 1939, the authority was chosen for the distinction of roamed the countryside years ago, financed 55 % of the cost of the paying the last toll because ov r would not have understood the . bridge. The balance was pald by a the years he has made "subst an- I meaning of this ceremony. Public Works administration grant tial" toll payments. , "They probably would have of $ 1,446 ,300. Total coSt of th e Only brief ceremonies ar e plan- I painted themselves up and drunk brl d ge was $ 3,214 •700 · ned , Merrill said. He will official- · a lot of firewater. We will do The firS t issue of 4 % bo nd s was ly report t.o the governor that the 11 2 without the firewater at this cere"refu nd ed" in June, 1945 • to ½ % tolls have paid off the bridge's nd mony," Adams added. bond5 · Because of intereSt a bonds and that money is on hand "call value," It was necessary to for needed repairs. Less than 15 minutes from the increase the issue to 2,400, $1,000 The governor and council have time traffic was halted for the par value, bonds: Of these 2, 20 5 been invited by the Interstate event, state police waved the lines are still outstandmg. But 113 are Bridge authority to inspect the of waiting cars and trucks over toll to be bought back this year. ew Hampshire-Maine bridge .-t Interstate Bridge TollJ_, May Be Lifted in 14 Years I I a,,...$7 Holden to Pay Last Bridge Toll I I I free. an!~~~k~!!fi~~ :ttl:a:~t:~r~; directors with Lloyd Morton, chairman of the Maine highway commission, presiding. Gov. Sherman Adams was a special guest. P.orts~outh later in the day, Merrill said._____ • _- _- _-_-_-~-- �FREE TOMORROW-Motorists using the Gen. John Sullivan bridge start getting their bonuses tomorrow at 10 am. A toll bridge for 15 years, the $1,000,000 1 structure is to be freed. during ceremonies at the Dover Point toll station. Gov. Sherman Adams will head the dignitaries expected to participate. The last toll fee is to be paid by Fire Chief John E. Holden of Newington. The 15-year revenue from the bridge paid not only for its const1 uction but also the building of the Alexander Seammel bridge across the Bellamy river. The approaches to the bridge and beautiful Hilton park also were constructed from bond issue funds liquidated by income from the bridge. (Port■mouth Herd\d photo) General Sullivan Bridge Free Tomorrow *** *** First Without *** Toll assive Span Across*** Great Bay to Become ().')\ t By RAY BRIGHTON It has taken more than 300 years but tomorrow a traveler will be !e to journey from Portsmouth to Newington to Dover without pay~ toll or ferry charges. The first person to cross the Gen. John Sullivan bridge, after Gov. ,erman Adams accepts the last toll fee from John E. Holden of Newgton, will be heralding a new era. Three bridges have spanned the swirling waters of Great and Litnumerous ferries have Sailed across them but 1794money Since was bays r,rays there ' and involved. After 10 am tomorrow toll charges ' ill be only a matter of historical interest. When the white man first made his way up the Piscataqua to the reat bay country he was willing to content himself . with boats as eans of getting back and forth. To the water distance, they addAt the same time they were ed the width of Ram island, 50 searching for materials, the agents feet, and Goat island, 390 feet, to were also negotiating lhe purchase bring the total length to 2,258 feet. of land needed for abutments to the brid eon either shore. A quare-snaped acre on the th th PERHAPS, it was e survey at Durham end was conveyed by Anth encouraged e General Court to drew Drew on . ov. 7, 1793 and two give the bridge project a green others sold their land in that vilight. Whatever it was, th e proprie- cinity in the summer of the next tors loS t no time ln incorporating year. On the Newington side, Richth emselves. The lncorporators are ard DowninJZ gave title to a similar th t liS ed as Na anlel Adams, John acre on Nov. 12, 1793. Hale, William Ga rd ner, Jacob Throughout the winter of 1793 • * * ~ Sheafe, John Pierce and Livermore. and l 794. Martin found occasion BUT GRADUALLY he began to I Finally on June 25 • 1793 , th The proprietors were granted to advertise new a sc~sments and terest himself in an idea of 1 ~eneral C_ourt passed an .. ac sweeping powers. They could is- to warn delinquents that they lridging the gap between Newinggran t ~n~h l~berty t_o t th et p:ti~don- l up to 40 shillings for a "breach"\ mu t get up their money because on and Durham. From that came a~ ' d err associah es .0 u I\ of the bridge. the work was to beqin in April. 0 e he Plscataqua river bridge in 1794, r1 ge over t e Piscataqua, A meeting of th e propne · t ors was * • * t· provided it b b ilt 'thin 10 o be followed in 1873 by the a e _u Wl years called on July 23, 1793 at the tavCO STR CTION went ahead rtsmouth and Dover railroad tJer t~s~n~hsaids:Ct,, a nd h_ave re-1 ern operated by Col. William on schedule, following plans idge, and, finally, the Sullivan 1 qu s e e ates claim to Brewster and very shortly the Gaz- drawn by Timothy Palmer of ewidge, opened in 1934. Goat Isla nd ' so called, for th e ben- ette advertised 500 shares for sale buryport. who is credited with a The first of the three bridges is at $15 each. t that meeting Nath- radical innovation in the arch he e more interesting to historians efit of th e proprietors of the aniel Adams was elected corpora- I designed to span the 3~0 feet from t even modern engineers ex- Bridge: th is being the place where tion clerk and Thomas Martin I Ram Island to Goat Island. The ess aamiration for the daring and th ey propose building the Bridge, treasurer. ' link between Ram and Fox Point enuity of the men who built the and will form part of same." Starting on Dec. 14, 1793, each rested on pilings and the connec·scataqua river bridge. I * * * share was assessed six times at $15 tion from Goal island to the Du,r-1 The earliest official mention of EVEN PRIOR to the General each and once for 10, making a ham shore was also ba3ed on pile bridge is to be found in the Court's action, the New Hampshire total per share investment of $115. ing~. _A Norwich, -~onn .. man, .~•_10s ouse journal when it was voted Gazette on June 4, 1793 reported An advertisement in the Gazette Whitmg,. superv1 ed the dnvmg . Dec. 19, 1792, to appoint a the results of a survey of the pro- on the same date indicated that of the piles. the proprietors were getting ready ommittee to meet with a similar posed location. w or k moved a I1ead s t ead'I1 Y I oup from the Senate to consider Its account reads: to begin construction. They asked through the summer and early fal1. petition 101· a bridge across the "The following is an accurate for offers of 3,562 linear feet of On Nov. 25: 1794. at a cost of $65,iscataqua. statement of a survey made by two 14.Jnch by 14.Jnch .white oak tim- 947, the bridge was completed and Apparently one of the leading gentlemen, well acquainted with bers and 8 _495 feet of lB-inch by the toll rates were published In en In the venture was a lawyer, the busi·ness of the ri·ver across 16-inch timbers among other the Gazette · ward St. Loe Livermore, of from Fox Point in Newington to things. They also wanted 72,000 Prices ranged from one cent for r ts mou th , w h o i n 1a t er years Tuttle point on Durham side, being feet of four-inch plank, 20 feet each sheep or swine to 40 cents ve d t o Concor the place pointed out for erecting long, and 16,000 fet of four-inch for a coach or other four-wheeled * d t o prac ti ce. a bridge acros$ said river.'' plank, 40-feet Ion". vehicle. That the English monetary I /\FTER TWO DAYS of delibera, .. * *., • system was still ln wide use is disn the joint committee reported r~,e two well acquainted gentleTHE RECORDS left behind do closed by the fact that with each favor of a day of hearing on the men found th at ~rom Fox Point to :ltion "of E. S. Livermore and I Ram l~land <onw callecl Rock island) not tell us how many men were I of the listed prices, the shillings ers for the exclusive privilege th e dIStsnce was 600 feet at high employed on the construction but and pence counterpart was also building a bridge between water and th e depth from 50 to 54 while advertising for bridge ma- noted. ody Point and Furber's ferry feet. From Ram island to Goat terials, the proprietors' agents, \ th on the Newington side). The isla nd it was 3~ feet at high water. Thomas Thompson and John 1mittee set the first Tuesday of T~ey did not bother to report the Pierce, also cited their need for six June, 1793, session as the day. d 15 tance from Goat island to the tons of pork and six tons of further ordered that the pet!- Durham shore. But did say that country flour with which to feed 1ers advertise their intentions th e bri d ge would be 1,818 feet on the la borers. t ,. " ew Paper published in wa er. I * * * tf I I * * I �The bridge freeing ceremonies The bridge was the result of finare to be held on the Dover Point IT TOOK HIM eight long years ancial cooperation between Do- to win his fellow delegates over side of the bridge and nearby ver and Portsmouth, costing more and, even then, part of his dream nestles a little colony of both -;umthan $100,000 to build, with brewmer cottages and year-round reswas not to be realized. After a bitmaster Frank Jones as the chief idences. Those dwellings are a far ter fight through several sessions, promoter. After it was finished it cry from the dreams of a prosperit was determined that the new was leased to the Eastern railroad ous city on the Durham shore that bridge was to be paid for by tolls. and sold to the Boston and Maine were once entertained by the propAt fir t it was agreed to build m 1900. rietors of the Piscataqua bridge. the bridge over the route followed The Portsmouth Times of Nov That city of their Imagination 2•. l872 viewed its constructio~ by the old time Piscataqua bridge never came into being, although from ox Point to Goat island to wi th th e optimi tic prediction they Incorporated it in 1796. "Thus renewing the by-gone as 0 ~ lhe Durham shore. But the late Named Franklin City, it existed elations and Intercourse between ,John G. Winant, then governor Inonly on paper with the exception th e two cities and surrounding sisted on the present site f~om of one or two dwellings built on the towns, such a used to be in the Bloody Point to Dover Point. That lots the proprietor owned. good old days of the Piscataqua involved bridging the Bellamy It was probably the only city In river lo give a more direct route lo bridge." ew Hamp hire ever to be laid out * • • Concord and the west. but was fiaccording to a definite plan. The THE P & D project was consid- nall y agreed to by the General author of the plan, a Portsmouth ered a "bold venture" by the .Bo~- Court. schoolmaster, Benjamin Dearborn , ton Journal's "Sojourner," who The bridge - the Alexander labeled the streets with such paspent. some time on the Newing- Scammel across the .Bellamy and triotic name as Washington, Warton side watching the construe- the General Sulliva n-were built ren. Scammel and Montgomery. lion. at a cost of appro.·imately $1 ,000,Being a Portsmouth man, he inMost of the bridge was laid on 000 and opened to traffic on Sept. cluded a Market street. piles d_riven two to seven feet into 6, 1934. * * * the tncky bottom of Little bav The construction on the General BUT THE PISCATAQ A bridge However, one 180-foot stretch ne~~ Sullivan was done IJy the randall never lived up to Its expectations. th~ Newington shore had to be Engineering Co., o/- Cambridge. It was used and was a great public bridged by a steel tru becau e Howard Williams was the archibenefit but somehow the traveling ~he piles could not be kept in plate tect who developed the design. public just continued on into Portsm the current. * * * mouth to do Its business. ~rank Jones himself went to TWO THO S . O TO S of The advent of the railroads made Chicago to purchase the tru at steel went into the building, 5,700 even the repair of the Piscataqua a co. t of $24,000. It was brought cubic yards of concrete and the bridge unprofitable but the coming up river on a two stripped down pill ars have a concrete core, faced of the automobile and truck turned sch?~ners and maneuvered into with granite to prevent lee abra* * * the emphasis a ay from the railEVERYTHI G seemed to work pos1t1on at high water. It was no / sion . road lo the extent that the General Governor Winant In a 34-yearagainst them and in 1804 they were soonet· mad~ secu~e than Miss Bean Sullivan bridge was built and paid granted permi sion to operate a made the first trip across. A diary old automobile headed the parade for by its users. kept by a Newington woman notes of dignitaries acros the structure lottery for the purpose of putting Tomorrow the users begin to lhe bridge in repair. Six lottery th~t ,Cyrus Frink, Sheriff Simes after the red, white and blue ribcollect dividends on t heir 15-year clas es, or parts, were run off in Frmk s father, was the third man hon wa cut by Edith M. Hodgdon investment. of ewington, Philip Keefe of the next two years to raise $13,000.1 across. * * * Dover and John H. Hersey of DurStill luck never really sided with THE POSITIO of first toll . ham, all of them school children them. The spring lee in March, collector went to a man named · 1 1830. crushed out a section and it Drew and the P & D bridge wa in was months before it was repaired. business. Rall and road traffic The directors provided boat transflowed over it for more than 60 portation between Goat i land and yea·rs. The abutments for it still ewington. are in place 100 yards north of Again in 1854, part of the bridge the General Sullivan bridge. And collapsed and was repaired. Finally a few_ feet inshore on the Newingon Feb. 18, 1855, a 600-foot section ton side, the Newington railroad of the white-painted structw·e wa I station waits forlornly for the knocked out and never re placed. , trains that never come. But the Its last owners were the Frink ! Elmer Brooks family have fixed it brother of ewington who had into a pretty home. bought it for $2,000. I . I_n the case of this bridge, too, The granite abutments on either p1lmgs did not prove strong enough shore still stand but long since to resist continual current and ice gone are any signs of the bridge it- pre~sw·e. They were weighted sell or. the Piscalaqua Bridge tav- down with rock but still the ice managed to weaken the bridge. It ern which Was leveled by fire. gave way during World War I an d * * * IT WAS 18 YEAR before any wa in bad shape when plans were; ?ne traveled by bridge from New- started for the General Sullivan [ ington to Dover. A daring young bridge. World War II veterans might be ! woman from Newington, Mis Emma H. Bean, was the first pet· on interested to know that if they t? venture across a steel truss that fought in orth Africa the bridge · tied toge!her the Portsmouth and may have been used against them ~over railroad bridge, That was by the Italians. In April, 1935, the ec. 1873. In February 1874 steel lru s was cut down and th~ first train rolled ove; th • chopped into small pieces for ale b:1dge to Dover, although th! in Italy. That country was then highway that paralleled the tracks headed by the late Benito Mu sohad been open since Dec 19 lini and was busily manufacturing 1873. · • a war machine. Th! • too, was a loll bridge and . Oren V. Henderson, former regFIRST ACROSS-Crudely drawn In the center of the Proprietors' remained that wa until purchased 1 lrar at the University of New seal Is a reproduction of the first bridge to span Great Bay. A remarkaby the sta~e after the completion Hampshire, who doubled in brass ble feat of engineering for its day, the bridge was in u e for 61 years of the Sulhvan bridge. before ice packs crushed It. The seal pictured here is owned by Mrs. as representative to the General Darius Frink of ewington, whose family were the last owners of the Court from Dw·ham, began his fight bridge. (Transfilm, Inc., photo) 0 ~\ for a new bridge in the 1920's. * * * ALO G WITH what they hoped I \\Ould be the profitable ope1ation of the b1'idge, the proprietors took , advantage of the opportunity to constl'Uct the Piscataqua Bridge tavern at Goat island. which they 1 put up for lease on Oct. 24, 1794. The tavern was described as "a new accommodation double house, with a large stable, and a well of water that affords an ample supply in the dryest season." Meanwhile, the proprietors had their bridge but no direct route to it from Portsmouth. After preliminary skirmishing with some of the citizens of Newington, they found it necessary to get the Court of Common Pleas to issue an order to the Newington selectmen for a town meeting for consideration of the proprietors' request. Newington capitulated. The selectmen called a meeting for Oct. ' 26, 1795 and apparently the town eventually agree.d to lay out a road. To build it. they took land from Widow Martha Pickering, Nathaniel Folsom and a man named Rawlings. However, the path the proprletors hoped to follow to financial success was never very smooth. Jn November, 1798, they reported that the bridge had earned only 5,369 in its first four years of operation, or 2% per year. I I I I I I !1, 120 �I 2- ( THIS WAY T O MASSACH USETTS- The new H ampton-Seabrook toll afternoon. New Hamp~on Bridge will open Thursday - -- To Open Thursday 1949 Profits Wipe Out Maine Toll Road Deficit The rickety, wooden "mile-long" loll bridge over Hampton harbor that connects Hampton and Seabrook will give way to a modem steel and concrete successor Thursday. *_ cere- 1ing bridge 1J '').."lo., - -----house on the Hampton KENNEBUNK, Me., D ec. 2?, ment on the $20,600,000 bonded inThere will be no fancy a toll (AP)-Maine's only turnpike will debtedness is 529,000. monies, speeches, or ribbon cut- s ide and tearing down the old show a sub_stantial pr.ofit for its / t. g h there was a deficiency m w en th e new $1 ,461 •138 span bridge was awarded the A. J. Pa- second , . . yeai Or opera t ion. . 1 Although t opens. Toll house attendants will quette company of Meredith at V111Jams B. Getchell, executive as year, Getchell explained, the just open the cash registers and $ 126 ,54 1. . dire~tor o~ the Maine T urnpike au- au th ority wasn't actually "in the start taking in the 15 cent tolls llt * * * thority, said today the 45-mile Kit- red." This was because the interest about 2 pm, State Highway ComA SPOKES MAN for the high- , ~ery-to-Portland highway will bring on th e debt duri ng construction missioner Frank D. Merrill said way department said that the $lZ 6 ,. m mor~ than $100,000 beyond ex- ao d th e first year of operation was today. 541 figute may be "substantially pen es m 1949. ~~i~~~~ into the original building Merrill explained that the pos- underrun" when the final accountLast year the $20,000,000 road sibility of a storm, or at least un- ing of that phase of con truction sh?wed a ~eficiency of $63,203. The comfortably cold weather at this is completed. The Paquette com- pnv~tely-fmanced road opened to GETCHELL SAID the plan pertime of year made it inadvisable pany will begin to eliminate the traffic Dec. 13, 1947. mitted building of a reserve fund. to hold ceremonies. old bridge from the landscape ImIN TH * * * Tolls were increased last May * mediately. . E FIRST 11 months of from the original 50 cents for pasTHE NEW BRIDGE is expected this year, 1,593,037 vehicles r olled senger cars to 60 cents. This was to be a boon to motorists, especialThe old 4,800-foot long bridge over the smooth, straight surface for the full distance between the I ly summer tourists. It is approx!- is almost as old as the use of mo- of the mile-a-minute pike. Tllis was New Hampshire border and Portmately 3,700 feet shorter and con- tor cars-49 years-but will be 11.7 % wore than the 1,426 230 in land. Other tolls range up to $1.50 siderably ,v.ider than the old bridge just a memory when its 50th birth- 1948. ' for trailer trucks and big buses. which rumbled and shook as cars day arrives next year. Gross r eve nues chmbed 30.8'o Of the 1,593,037 vehicles using crept along its narrow roadway. from $628,555 to 822,163; operIt has two t raffic lanes, 13 feet ating expen es rose 3.3% from tbe turnpike up to Dec 1 this year wide, and a · five-foot wide 'lide$201,701 lo 208,407, a nd net reve- 1,449,456 were passenger cars, 137,~ walk on the ocean side. Sturdy nue 43.8 %, iro $426,851 to $613 _ 918 h-ucks, 3,647 buses and 2,016 steel railings run along each side. 757. ' motorcycles. The authority has received more Known.. as the deck plate girNet revenue as of D ec. 1 already der type of bridge, the span has was 84,756 over the entire year's than $20,000 this year from other than toll sources. Most of it comes a 65-foot single leaf bascule typJ interest on debt. draw that will permit practically The ann ual interest require- from restaurant and service station concessions, unlimited harbor boat traffic. The two draws are operated by electric motors. The reinforced concrete slab floor of the bridge will rest on girders stretched from shore to shore on 12 concrete and stone piers set 94 feet apart. I •• • * * * *the * bridge was started in March, 1947, when the P. Stewart and Sons company of Boston, Mass., began the difficult job of constructing the piers in the titial waters of the har bor. The bridge itself was. completed by the Phoenix Bridge corporation , of Boston. Total cost oi tlie job will be about $1 ,461.138 when com pleted, with the federal government paying for all costs over the $650,000 put up by New Hampshire. Cost of straightening the approaches, buildWORK ON (Please turn to pafe three)~') LONG SINCE GONE-Portsmouth and Dover railroad and highway traffic used this bridge as means of retting from Newington to Dover for more than 60 years. The covered section was supported by a 180foot steel truss which was placed in position on Dec. 11, 1873. The photo is from the collection of Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan. ... ~ \ �----·verpass Will Eliminate Wood I --1- . I I R I N .H. EXPRE ·woooBURY A 122 �---- ·b ur-y~~A vei1ue Troff ic--HClza-,d I 2-B S,\~ f c:::i CJ WOODBURY AVENUE OVERPASS-Work ls expected to start before snow falls on the construction of an overpass in Woodbury ave• nue at the Interstate bypass. The cost of the renovation of th& bypass• Woodbury avenue Intersection and the construction of approaches ts to come out of the $'7,500,000 toll highway bond Issue, plus an additional $300,000 bond issue authorized by the Legislature, if more funds are . >- needed. The map, starting at the point where Woodbury avenue will/ cross above the Interstate highway, shows the changes that will be ln• cori>0rated in the project for which the highway department is now asking bids. One of the first major changes the contractors wlll make In the appearance of the area will be the moving of Boward Johnson'• restaurant from the site marked "present location" to another nearer the traCfic circle and just off a small spur road from the Interstate bypass. And not obvious from the map ls the change in the elevation of the Interstate bypass itself. Starting at a point on the Maine side of the rotary, the elevation of the road will be lowered through the Woodbury avenue overpass to just south of the New Franklin school overpass. State engineers explain that by reduclnr the elevation of the. Interstate bypass they have made it possible to build the Woodbury avenue overpass by raisinr the elevation of Woodbury avenue by only three feet. Although all that Portsmouth residents asked wu the separation of Woodbury avenue from the Interstate bypass, the ~bwa)' department plans to build approach ramps to the avenue from the. bypas!.- ror example, a motorist bound out Woodbury avenue toward Dover may wish to get on the bypass. Instead of havlnl' to l'O down Iloyd road to the traffic circle, he can turn left down the ramp and a right hand turn will get him onto the bypass. A motorist headed south on the bypus .who wishrd to stop at the restaurani can sei off.. the byp11ss by cllmblng the rRmP, orosslnl" the overpau and a rllM turn at the Portsmouth side of the approRch wm brlnl' him tnto the restaurant lriveway. However, the engineers believe that the "apur" road, top of map, center, will take most of the traffic off Woodbury avenue. The map is drawn to the scale of one inch equalling 100 feet. •· t r '" 0 .:> ✓ vl l- a'. R ~ t SSWAY ROTARY AND /E. :i. INTERCHANGE ,--- - - - - - - -· -- ---- �.Q,..!C J? aJ I ·ce.-L_ ifting Operation , . iii Begin Here in Few Months (4) A motorist, headed into Ports-I mouth along Woodbury avenue, who wants to go into Maine by the way of the Interstate bridge, will find that he has two choices. He can either enter the ramp on the Dover side and circle the traffic ' rotary, or he can use the Wood- · bury avenue overpass, turn right down the ramp_ and onto the by- 1 pass. (5) A motorist is using the Lafayette road and the by-pass who wants to hearl toward the White mountains finds that he has a simple problem. He enters the rotary and drives around it until he reaches the spur road and then out to the General Sullivan bridge. I One small part of Portsmouth Is due for a major face-lifting operTo enter the eating place from ation within the next few months. That is the area in the vicinity of the Woodbury avenue-Interstate the north, It will be necessary for highway intersection, for which the highway department Is calling In the mot9rlst either to use the ramp on the Dover side of the contracting "surgeons." ~y-pass and cross on the over, To Portsmouth residents who r,ass and then down again on the Immediately after securing title Portsmouth side ramp, or to make have been interested in securing the grade separation of Woodbury to the necessary land in th e vicinity a complete circle of the traffic avenue and the by-pass, the de- of the overpass, the . departm~nt rotary and drive back to its north • • * partment's request for bids on the may be confronted with a maJor entrance TO MEET ALL the possible route • i,roposal& ls a step nearer a long- problem in house moving. While clearing land for the site of the Fron Un~ the . restaurant on the selections, the highway deportment cherished goal. traffic rotary, the contractors mov- hl_g~nvay side will he a landsca1!ed Is already planning extensive road The plans to be studied by com- ed the Joseph Cohen homestead 81 ea 5oo feet long and averng111g mar\dngs and sign posts that it peting contractors provide for the to a location across the four-lane lOO feet In dep th · hopes will keep traffic rolling And what apparently is the se- without hitch, overpassing of Woodbury avenue by-pass. 1 * * * cret pride and joy of the highway at Its intersection with the by-pass Meanwhile, In Portsmouth many NOW THEY are faced with the department-the spur road- pcs and the construction of a "spur" persons are going to view the road, running from the toll high- proposition of lifting the Howa rd almost directly across the 400-foot Woodbury avenue overpass when way traffic rotary, parallel to Johnson restaurant from its foun- traffic rotary from the restaurant.~ it ls completed with the quiet pride Woodbury avenue, to a point be- dation and carting It across the of achievement. Portsmouth startyond Bean's hill, Newington by-pass to a new site 250 feet In th eir meetings with Portsed battling for that overpass more north of Boyd road. mouth persons to discuss the prothan 10 years ago and now It looks , Those two Items are the larger Afte1· the removal of the rest- posed overpassing of Woodbury as though it Is going to come into part of the highway department's avenue, the department's officials actual being. plan for making the overpass and aurant building, plain, ha rd con- constantly maintained that the : struction gets under way. The work easing the Woodbury avenue traf- involves lowering the elevation of spur ,road would solve the Woodfic congestion. the by-pass road bed to the extent bury avenue problem. * • * SMALLER PHA~ES of the job that at the point where the Wood~i'a bury avenue bridge crosses, the THEIR CONTENTION was that call for the installation of ramps engineers will only need to raise th is two-lane highway, which is to · from either side of the by-pass to Woodbury avenue three feet to join U. S. Roule No. 4 near the Woodbury avenue and the con- get 14 feet of clearance under the General Sullivan bridge, would CON CORD , Oct. 28 (APl-Bids struction of landscape\i safety bridge. for construction and r epail·s oc"funnel off" the bulk of Woodislands, tupicd most of th e brie f session of The excavation and repaving of bury avenue traffic. Highway Commissioner Frank Gov. Sherman Adams and the ex1n planning for the spur highD, , Merrill yesterday advertised the by-pass will continue east from ecuti ve council today. W. n. llill company of Tilton for sealed . bids on the project, the Woodbury avenue overpass to way, the department intends to buy ' a point near the New Franklin sufficient land to make possible a 1 was awarded the job of moving specifying in detail that the de1 school bridge where the grades 300-foot right of way. / lloward Johnson's rC'slaurant at partment wants to build a 76-foot "will match." ' However, what interests any . Port smouth lo make way for the bridge across the bypass, 2.745 At the Woodbury avenue over- motorist is the method of getting to 1 slate's $7,500,000 seacoast toll road . miles of two-lane bituminous mapass, the contractors will build a his destination In the quickest time The Tilton firm was low bidder at cadam road and .284 miles of four- 76-foot reinforced concrete span using the shortl!st routes. A few $56,37 5. llighway Commi ssionc1· ' lane bituminous macadam highway. and at either end will construct examples of route possibilities folFra nk D. l\lerrill told lhe council Bids on the proposed construcramps leading to and from the by- low: th at cond emnation of the r estaution must be in the Concord office pass. Cl) A driver bound from Boston rant would cost consid erable more of the . commissioner by 2 pm on * * * to Portsmouth gets on the toll highthan mo vin g il. Oct. 17 and there Is some hope in ON THE DOVER SIDE of the by- way at Seabrook. Other than the the department that work will start pass, the entrance to the ramp will · interchange at Hampto,n, there Is no soon , after the contract is awarded be on the far edge of the Howard escape for him until he gets to lht by the governor and council. Johnson property and provides a rotary at the one time Cohen farm . means of exit from the by-pass for To get Into Portsmouth at Wood* * * THE FUNDS for building the southbound traffic. It will also bury avenue, he keeps to his right overpass and spur road are to mean that traffic from Dover will and uses the ramp exit into Woodcome from the Portsmouth to he able to enter the by-pass in the bury avenue and the downtown secSeabrook toll road bond issue of virinity of the traffic rotary. tlon via Bartlett and Islington $7,500,000. If more money Is necMeanwhile, the motorist leaving streets. essary, the legislature has author- Portsmouth -via Woodbury avenue (2) A motol"ist Is coming from ized the issuance of up to $300,000 Is aided by a ramp that will per- Boston along the Lafayette highIn additional bonds also chargeable mil him · to get to the by-pass with- way, wanting to come into Portsto the 15-mlle toll highway. out crossing the overpass, if north- mouth, but misses the turn at However, a department spokes- bound, and If he wishes to head Langdon creek. So he continues man said recently that the goal "is toward Boston, he can cross the along the by-pass and 250 feet to keep the cost within the $7,500,- overpass and use the ramp on the south of Boyd road will find the 000 allotted to the seacoast toll Dover side. '-"-=-''---...;._drive passing In front of Howard road,"· , Johnson's. This will lead him to In 'the construction of the overThe ramo on the Portsmouth i the ramp, and, If he misses that ' pass and spur road one of the preliminary steps will be the acquir- side also provides easy entrance to ! turn, he can still enter the ramp the Howard Johnson establish- at the north edge of the resta'urant. ing of land for the right of way. • * * Commissioner Merrill was given ment, whose management was long (3) A MOTORIST coming from the "go ahead" on the land pur- opposed to any change in the Dover along the spm· road wants chases last week by Gov. Sherman grade crossing • • • to come into Portsmouth and so Acl11m~.J\nd J}Js ct~cutive council. IN l\JOVING the restaurant the he passes around the rotary and department engineers were faced takes the same ramp used by the with the problem of giving it driver coming along the toll road. readily available entrances and exits. From the south the restaurant driveway will be entered either by the \ USe of a small road stemming from the by-pass or through the means of an •entrance lying just • beyond the traffic circle. I I I I Tilton Firm Gets . By- Pass Pro1ect I I I I I I I �YOU'LL PAY HERE-The framework for the toll houses at the Hampton "interchange" is already in position and the exterior work on the administration building is completed. The automobile at the right is headed down the exit road which will bring it out on the Hampton-Exeter road after it passes under the toll higbway. Cars entering the toll road at Hampton gain the highway just this side of the administration building. Traffic coming up from Boston, going to Hampton, can turn right at point on the far side of the administration building. Fares from motorists entering or leaving the highway at Hampton will be collected at an auxiliary tollhouse which is obscured by the trees at left. (Portsmouth Herald photo) ll'-') * * • • h - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - -- - - - -- - - - - - Heavy W O r k O n TO 11 Hlg Way comp IeJ>te • w .·11 Open Next· June "t\ "2,',) · ' , In less than six months, the traffic that now turns Lafayette high-* way into a midsummer's nightmare will be purring its way across southeastern New Hampshire on the 15-mile Portsmouth-Seabrook toll road. The four lanes of bituminous macadam need only a "sealing coat" to be ready for steady pounding by millions of wheels. There is other work that must be finished before the state's dignitaries can gather on June 1, 1950, to witJ1ess the cutting of brightly colored ribbons in a ceremony that will mark the opening of the $7,500,000 expressway. However, the heavy work on thelf Not that leaving the toll road road is complete. Even now it may al Hampton is going to make it be traveled from end to end with possible for motorists to avoid _pay· only an occasional spot where a ing a dime for the six miles they slowdown is necessary to avoid a I have traveled from the Massachubroken spring. setts line. The turn for Hampton Laying the twin 24-foot road- Is few yards south of the main beds-which stretch out like gray toll houses and administration ribbons across the rear areas of building but an auxiliary toll house Seabrook, Hampton Falls, Hamp- will command-the exit road and inton, North Hampton, Greenland sure payment. and Portsmouth-was just one -"'~ ...,._ ..,,.. phase of the construction. Road THE REVERSE is true for the hazards and natural obstacles predriver entering the road at Hampsented construction problems of ton. Hls toll will be collected at their own. the auxiliary toll house before he These were 17 in number and 1s allowed to enter the speedway. include two bridges over rivers, 11 A motorist headed south from overpasses for existing cross- Portsmouth can leave the highway country roads, a bridge over a rail- at the Hampton interchange but he, road, a traffic circle 800 feet in too, must yield a 10-cent fare beiameter at Portsmouth, a "high- fore clearing the exit road. way interchange" at Hampton and The toll for a full trip on the a bridge for an exit ro3d at the road is set at 15 cents. interchange. While the Savin Construction company, the contractor, is waiting THE INTERCHANGE Is a key for spring to put the finishing point on the highway. It is here touches to its $5,200,000 project, anthat tolls will be collected. It afother concern, R. G. Watkins & fords the only exit or entrance to the toll road, other than at Sea- Son, is l:!..<lu!Jl_t_"':<.!~!cc _t~ Jneet !t June I I I • • • brook or Portsmouth. Directional signs will tell a motorist bound from Boston to Hampton Beach, or other resorts on the New Hampshire coast, the correct turn.• to take to reach the '::xeter-HamJ>ton road AT THE SAME time, Walkins is, excavating for the underpassing of the Interstate by-pass at Woodbury avenue. On the southern end, meanwh ile, Massachusetts is nearly ready to build the connecting link between Seabrook and U. S. 1. The Bay State's plans call for a mile and a half of "temporary" two-lane road from Seabrook to Salisbury Cente r. · Long-range Massachusetts plans, now on the desig ning boards, provide for the construction of a four-lane "tie-in" with the toll road. That new road will pass Newburyport on the west. The delay until warm weath er for completion is dictated by t he need for unfrozen ground, the engineers said, and while there is some work underway, the larger part of that rem a ini ng on the books must wait for spring. * * * THIS INCL DES lop sealing the road surface, Installing fences, building curbs, grading, fertilizing and seeding the shoulders and middle strip, painting steelwork and erecting the toll houses. Behind the road builders, however, are the toughest phases of the job for which they contracted nearly two years ago. Probably, the "toughest and dirtiest'' of all was the operation at the Taylor river. In the early surveys, soundings indicated a 50-foot bottom to the salt marshe?. Face~ ~ with the choic~ of "muckmg out 1 deadline for construction of a the soft peat to reach sqlid clay, the "spur" road from the traffic rotary engineers decided to pour. 100,000 at Portsmouth to a point below the yards of rock and gravel mto the west slope of Bean's Hill, Newing- ooze for a fo undation. ton. The roadbed became a dam for the fresh-water Taylor river. A weir was constructed lo permit a normal flow of waler through a culvert and into the marshes Pa~',;_ I A OTH ER 1 JOR construction problem was 1he Breakfast Hill area . _ 4,000-fool cul was pushed through !hr hillside-averaging 12 feet in depth. This kept the ex- r:,~!~~~;,t~~~U~i;si~~~r:.'in grade alHo\l'cver. the cutting job was not entirely wasted. J\Iuch of the material blasted out of the hill served as "bo1To11" fill for use al olh':!r cr·ucal points. The original plans for the Breakfast llill cul called for a sharper slope lo the embankment than has resulted. ·I + THE S LOP E now "falls back" three fe e l for ach foot of its height. makin~ an easier gradP. This, the engineer believe, will reduce erosion anrl keep snow clrift:1 al a minirpum . The first maJor structural job accompli hed was lhe bridge over the, Boston and l\Iaine railroad's Portsmouth-ManchestPr line. The single line of track cost $150,000 Io span and its approaches are the steepest grades on the road. Thal bridge wa~ tackled first so that the entire 15 miles of the 300-foot right-of-way could be traveled by the road builders. This avoided costly detours over established roads. I Incidentally, it is the only point on the toll road where the roadbed passes over a man-made obstacle, instead of under it. A total of $1,250,000 of the Savin contract went into the building of overpasses, bridges, a traffic rotary and interchange. * * • THE ROADS overpassed are the New Zealand, Seabrook; Kensington, Hampton Falls; 'Exeter, Hampton Falls; Exeter, Hampton; Rcute 101D, North Hampton: Walnut avenue, North Hampton; Winnicutt, North Hampton; Breakfast Hill, Greenland and Ocean Greenland and Sherburne, all in Portsmouth. �for the highway department since I Oct. 1 and before that resident engineer, explains that depressing the median strip provides better A different stretch of "tough going" was struck in the vicinity of drainage. On the "crown" type, the drainthe Portsmouth traffic circle. A few hundred feet south of the age is constantly across the whole circle--in the rear of the former road surface. Melting snow or sleet Joseph Cohen homestead-the road can easily turn such a road into an 1 crosses a streak of soft clay. Solu- ice sheet. On the New Hampshire tion of the problem was more dif- expressway the depressed middle ficult than the simple bridging job strip, with 450 catchbasins and at the Hampton Falls river, and miles of drainage pipe, permitted the "crowning" of both traffic the work is not yet completed. lanes. Under that system, the drainHERE THE engineers advised age is to either side of each lane. use of a technique known as "sur* * * charging." The foundation maIT IS BELIEVED that this will terials were dropped into the reduce maintenance costs and anysticky bottom ancl the fill was thing that aids in that direction is brought up to road grade. Then of interest to the highway departthat surface was weighted down ment. That department was with tons of gravel, far beyond any charged by the Legislature, when weight the road will ever carry. it authorized a $7.500,000 bond isThis "surcharge" packs the clay sue, with paying for the road and and when removed is supposed to maintaining it, all out of toll col'•fix" the road at its true grade. lections. The surcharging at the Cohen Building the road involved vast location avera15es five feet in amounts of materials an d many height. It will be removed in the pieces of equipment. When work spring. The road then will be was at its peak last summer, the graded and paved. Savin company had $2,500 .000 leanwhile, the concrete paving worth of machinery on the job fo1 the traffic circle-concrete and employed 250 men. paving was used only there and Two hundred and twenty-five at the interchange approachesacres of land were cleared of brush already has hardened. The circle is and timber and 3,000,000 yards of girdled by four 12-Ioot lanes and material, including ledge and grathere are four separate combined vel, were excavated . entrances and ei:dts lo the rotary. * * * • • )I, ITEMS THAT HAVE gone into APPROACH! G from the south the construction are 1,700,000 galis the toll road itself. A little to the lons of asphalt, 39,000 square yards east i~the Interstate by-pass, which of concrete paving-the equivalent follows around the circle for a of three miles of two-lane highway. short distance before heading 12,600 cubic yards of concrete for toward lhe Interstate bridge. On bridge abutments, 1,300,000 pounds the circle's western quarter is the of reinforcing steel in the abutfourth highway, which for the ments, 1,700,000 pound of structurwant of a better name, is called al steel fo1· bridges and overpasses, the ·'spur road." 20,000 feet of guard rail, 30,000 feet That road will take the bu!k of of culvert pipe-bought from state the traffic which once flowed along prison; 20 ,000 feet of underdrain Woodbury avenue toward Concord, pipe, 21 ,000 feel of pipe to drain Dover a~d the While mountains. the median strip and 75,000 tons of The \\'alkins company has it under crushed stone. construction . Next spring, the contractors will The interior of lite circle is use 250,000 pounds of fertilizer , acscheduled for landscaping and cordin g to Earl Davis, resident enseeding. JI will be liberally garnishgineer, before sowing 19,000 pounds ed with directional signs. A master! of grass seed. They also will install plan for route marking is un~er 30 miles of stock fence along the preparation h y the ew llampsl11re right-of-way to keep cattle and, Uighwa) department. perhaps, humans from wandering ... into the traffic. BU'l' 'fllE 'l'H.AJ."FIC circle will While June 1 is the date that not be the only grassed area on the Highway Commi sioner Frank D. road. The shoulders along the 15 l\Ierrill hopes " to tart . taking in mile are due for eeding to pre011e money on that road, instead nmt erosion. In addition, the north of spending It," the official deadand south lanes are eparated by line is July 1. a 24-Ioot "median ~trip" and lhis, . too, will be grassed to a width of 16 feel. The construction of the median strip i of the "depres ed" type, contrasting sharply with the "crown" design used on the Interstate by-pass and the Maine turn-1 pike. , John 0. Morton, chief en11ineer ! Li\S'l' YE R'S unusually mild winier enabled the company {u do more than its greatest _expeclalion and made it po ible for Savin to pull out heavy equipment ahead of schedule. One man eSlimated the mild winlel" was "worth" $300,000 lo $400.0IJO lo Savin. When the contractors finish the odds and ends of the project, the late takes over control of its speedway-60 miles an hour will be "lops"-and will sit back lo wail for the customer who must pay off the 30-year bonds. The road's planners believe that the customers ,•ill not be long in coming when f hey learn that they can avoid the tortuous Lafayctle road by paying 15 cents, From w·oods to State Officials Expect! Big Flow of Traffic County Police fl~ GrOUp f Orffltng • IC> A Rockingham County Law En1forcement association is being organized, City Marshal William J Linchey said today. Linchey rcpol'ted that several police officials met in Raymond last night to map plans for the organization. He said it will be composed of all law enforcement officer!' in the county, including local and stat.e police, sheriffs, motor vehicles department officers and con~ervation department officers. The purpose is to create "good will, understanding and cooperation" among various agencies. Linchey added. /Zb �'Ribbon-Smooth Highway Is b, ~ 6 FROi\I WOODL D TO SUPERHJGHWAY-The e pictures how progressive tages in the development of ihe eabrook-Portsmouth toll highway which is under construction at a co t of 7,500.000. The photo at left shows workmen cutting their way through heavy brush and timber, preliminary to the arrival of the bulldozers and other heavy equipment. Workmen cleared brush and timber from 225 acres of land in cutting a path for the road. In the top center photo, a 11ower shovel loads ledge cuttings into a wagon capable of canying 27 cubic yards on each haul. In one phase of the work, the Savin Con truction company ra11 a "cut" through 4,000 feet of hillside. 'fhe ledge wa used as fill on othe1· parts of the job. In the lower photo, a power hovel Is working on earth removal. The picture was taken in mid-winter last year. The unusually mild weather pe1•mitted profitable operation of heavy machinery throughout the winter months. In the top photo at right is a longrange view or the completed road surface as seen from one of the overpas e . The ,rock in the median strip have been removed in readiness for seeding next spring, The lower 11icture shows the fresh-water pond created by the road bed at the Taylo1· river bridge, It is being used as a game preserve. (New Hampshil'e Highway department photos) �Story of Seacoast Road Henson Resigns' Following Probe; Not Feeling Well' John J. Henson, Sr., of Portsmouth, state commissioner of weights and measures for the past 1 four years, today resigned his position following an investigation of his department by the attorneygeneral. Gov. Sherman Adams acknowledged that the former Portsmouth city clerk's resignation had been received and his only comment was, "You can expect il will be accepted." \ Henson, who lives at 30 Walden street, told The Portsmouth Hera~d this morning that he had sent his resignation to the govern<?r because "I do nol feel well I enough to continue in office un- 1 der the present circumstances." * * * THE COMMISSIONER said that the investigation into his .de~:irtment by the attorney gene1 al apparently" was started by the General Courl's reorganization commiltee. "If they're going to check expense accounts, I can't a~ford . to carry on in the office, making trips to Concord from home and otherwise carrying out my duties ' Henson said. Henson said that his ex vouchers for 1948 and 194 present "totaled $226.68.' The resignation will tomorrow, Henson s ernor Adams said to be acted I that there w his depar know th Phinney gatlon. Th city th Bid Low Spur Road 0,fi Rejected by Council co, CORD, Oct. 18 (AP)-Gov. Sherman Adams and his executive council today rejected a $437,291 low bid for construction of a two-lane spur road between the traffic circle at the Portsmouth end of the new seacoa t toll road and the Gen. John Sullivan bridge, ) I - -- Highway Commissioner Frank D. Merrill recommended that the low bid of David Nassif Co., of Boston, be rejected because he believed the state would not receive a satisfactory job. The jo~ was a"" arded to ~econd I !owe. t bidder, R. G. W11tkms & Son, Inc., o~ Amesb_ury, Mass., which submitted a bid of $455,- 1 I 226.92. * * * THE JOB, Governor Adams emphasized, must be completed by next June 1 to prevent proloijged interefence with traffic on the Interstale bridge to Maine and coincide with completion of the toll road itsel,_f._ . __ - ---------- Merrill told the governor and council that the Nassif firm was not a "recognized" conlraclor. He said although the job would be bonded, the state could still be a heavy loser if the job were not finished on schedule. Nassif appeared before the group and assured them he could handle the project. He said heavy equipment for the ,iob was available from a Portsmouth contractor. I 1.t1e governor and council voted unanimously to accep Merrill's recommendation. Merrill explained the department first estimated the job would ' cost $524,000. Lower bids have resulted from a drop in construction costs, he said. NASSIF SAID he was affiliated Bids on moving the Howard with the Winchester (Mass.) Con- Johnson restaurant in Portsmouth struction Co., and Cook-Ross of from the toll road right of way will Torrington, Conn. be opened later this month. I IZ8 �Adqms, Council to Hear t),(7 Tucker's· Plea Tomorrow CONCORD, Oct. 17 CAP)-F. Garland Tucker, Portsmouth attorney, will be given a headng tomorrow before Gov. Sherman Adams and the executive council on his dismissal ln July as an interviewer for the State ' • , l Emp1oyment service. ' ---------=== ·Graves Charged By Tucker With .Henson Resignation . , 'Dictatorial' Acts I r" CONCORD, Oct. 18 (AP)-Atty. F. Garland Tucker of Portsmouth charged Andrew Graves, manager of the State Employment service office in Portsmouth, with misconduct and "dictatorial actions." Tucker, dismissed last May from Tucker, former Portsmouth city his job In the office, appeared beA management consultant firm Is 1 solicitor, has insisted that he be fore the- governor and council to! reinstated to his old post In Ports- Investigating charges that Andrew day to air · his complaints. mouth with the employment ser- C. Graves, manager of the PortsTucker, former Portsmouth city • mouth office of the state employvice. solicitor, told the executive group ! ment service, is "dictatorial" in his he was fired "without rhyme or \ ll1RS. Wll,DF.R SAID Tucker's I treatment of employes. reason." dismissal followed his failure to I The •nqulry was ordered by Gov. Efficiency ratings which led to qualify on job standard examina- / Sherman Adams and his execulions. his disclrnrgc "constituted a distive council after they heard testihonest report," Tucker told Gov. mony by F. Garland Tucker, an emThe executive group will net to- ploye discharged from the PortsSherman • Adams and the council. morrow on two major highway mouth office. Mrs. Abby L. Wilder, state diprojects connected with the $7,- 1 rector or the employment service, Mrs. Abby Wilder, head of the 500,000 Seacoast toll road. said Tucker's last examinations state employment service, told the They will act on bids submitted governor and council that Tucker showed "36 % of his wor~i time for the so-called Woodbury access was fired for Inefficiency. unaccounle d for. " <l I l11ne Into Portsmouth and the • \. • 4J Governor Adams said that a dethree-mile Bean hill access route cision on Tucker awaits the outTHE POR'fSi\lOU I'JJ ll orne~• to Dover. come of the Investigation of said he had bee• ofiered jobs, in Action is also expected In the Graves. a similar capacity, In Slate Em-1 protracted dispute over appointTucker contended that efficiency ployment service offices in other ment of a new state prison wiirden. ratings which led to his discharge parts of the state. The governor and council are still "constituted a dishonest report." J\olrs. Wilder explained the offe1:s considering the stale prison trnshad been m,ide by the state ment . tees' choice or George L. Cumsystem council ~vlthout her apmings, 37, Connecticut parole ofproval. ficer. A minority of the trustees Raymond McGrath , treasurer of wants a New Hampshire man lo the University of New Hampshire take the $5,000 post. Gov. Sherman Adams and his and chairman of the merit system executive council wlll consider re- council said his gro11p recommendTJIE GOVERNOR Indicated his sults of an Investigation Into the ed an ' offer of 1another job In group will act on the resignation state employment office In Ports- Nashua because It felt "there of John J. Henson of Portsmouth mouth at a meeting Nov. 16. might have been some prejudice as director of the weights and Adnms made the disclosure be- involved." measures department. fore leaving for Spokane, Wash., Henson, whose drpnrtmenl has 'l'ucke1· who held the Portslast night. Ile said his personal Inbeen under lnvesthwtlon by Atty. vestigator, Leslie Frey of Bigelow. mouth job for 2~~ years, told the Gen. William L. Phinney for alWlllad and Kent, has concluded a governor ond council that other leged misuse or travel funds and study of operations at the Ports- employes of the Portsmouth o!flce state equipment, submitted his were "unhappy" with Gi-aves as mouth oC!lce. resignation last week. The governor ordered the probe superior. after Atty. F. Garland Tucker, disThe governor and council took I chiirged interviewer at the Ports- Tucker's appeal under advise1mouth office, had pre[Prred ment. 1 charges against Andrew C. Graves, • • • , office manager. A FIVE-l\lAN, unpaid in~erlm 1 CONCORD, Oct. 11 (AP)Tucker was heard bv the execu- 1 comm1ss1on group was appointed .John J. Henson, state commistive body and his petition for re- to study the state's liability insioner of weights and meainstatement awaits action on the surance Jaws. . sures, today con{lrmed reJJOl'ts i Frey reoort. The board, established by the that Atty. Gen. William L. J; j last Legislature, is composed or l'hinney was probing his de(\~l\1i 1 Sen. Harold 0. Pierce of Walpole, partment. '1 Rep. Clinton W. Elwell of Exeter, ·etircd Chief Justice Thomas L. . Henson, retired . Portsmouth .'Iarble of the slate Supreme court navy man, declared he has County relief payments In Ports- ,vho lives In Concord, Robert S. submiHed travel vouchers covmouth increased from $2,338- ln Perkins of Manchester, and George ·erin;r a .llerJod of two years to October to $3,763 In November, it ' Clarke or Lisbon. Phinney. was reported today. The commission Is to consider County Commissioner Irving W. the merits of a proposal thnt II'fhe Concord Monitor said Marston said the $1,400 boost In censes of drivers of vehicles be today Phinney Is checking Portsmouth relier was one or the insured rather than the Insurance possible lrrerularltle■ In the highest In recent years. being carried on vehicles. use of state equipment and In the six-town area served by personnel for private purthe Portsmouth county oC!lce, payposes. ments totaled $4,683. Rye's $425 Henson ■ ald all his records was next to the Portsmouth figure , are open for inspection. ''There and was followed by Newmarket, ts nothing to hlde, nothinf to $239; Seabrook, $182; Hampton, be ashamed of," he aafd, $57; and New Castle, $15. "It's not a good picture," Marston Gov. Sherman Adams and Phinney both decline com- said, "and as the winter comes along it might get worse because , ment. employment will fall ..;o~f~!~"_....,._ __. •The governor said Mrs. Abhy L. Wilder, director of the service, and Director Harry D. Weathers of the State Merit System council, which denied Tucker's appeal for reinstatement, will be present. IGovernor Orders Local SES ·Probe z • • • I I Council to Study Probe of USES1l• i • • • 1 Henson Confirms Phinney Probe~\\ • ( oun f y Re1•le f Payments Jump ,-- • Gov. Sherm11n Ada~s and his executive council failed · to - act vesterday 'on-• the resignation of John '' J. Henson of ,· Portsmoulh, commissioner of the .!;late· weights ilnd measures departme~t. ! • • .. 1 I The governor recommended that the former Portsmouth city clerk's resignation be accepted I but a delay was agreed upon when. Councilor C. Edward · Bourassa asked for time to read a report by the attorney general . of an· i~ vestigation, Into th!! . department. In agreeing to Bourassa's . re.quest, Adams said that the information concerning ,the inquiry was available to the five-man council but ''not to the ' press." • • • HOWEVER, the Concord Moni- tor reported today that the report revealed no evidence of defalcation of funds by Henson, .who has served as commissioner since 1945. 'fhe probe, the Monitor said, was concerned with alleged misuse of state equipment and depatj;ment , personnel in connection with Henj son's summer camp at Northwood. Henson sent his resignation into the governor last week and 1 Adams' only comment was that "it will probably be accepted." Superior Court'u•\~ To Open Tuesday 1 The Rockingham County Superior court ls to begin its October term next Tuesday in Exeter with Justice Stephen M. Wheeler of Exeter on the bench. A session of the grand jury ls on the first day's agenda and also included in the £µ-st day's business Is the annual luncheon of the Rockingham County Bar association at the Exeter Inn. The docket will be called after Justice Wheeler charges the grand jury and ln the afternoon there. will be hearings on motions and master's reports. ·, Next Wednesday will be· naturalization day with an afternoon session at 2 pm. Criminal arraignments begin on Thursday. , Jury trials begin on Oct. 31 and uncontested divorce cases are to be heard on Nov. 7. The Derryl session ii scheduled · 1or Nov, 10. ,, II �Gets 240;; Applications ... ' C) Approximately 240 new appllca- · tlons for jobs were received at the - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - Portsmouth office of the New I Hampshire State Employment service last month, Andrew C. Graves, nianager said today. This number brought to 1,362 the total employment applications on file at the local office. Of this, 510 are veterans and 388 women. * * * \ GRAVES SAID his office, which serves 25 Portsmouth area towns, placed 152 persons In local empJoyment in September. Of the 240 new applications for employment, 52 were from veter[ans and 86 from women. Graves said among those given fobs were 21 veterans and 52 women. He added that 17 were in -construction, 29 in manufacturing, Hi in wholesale and retail trade, 17 in service industries two in public utilities, 58 in agrlcuiture and ~4 in domestic service. In addition, Graves said, Ill persons were referred for work In areas covered by other employment offices, chiefly in Newburyport and for · potato digging in Maine. Appr~xlmately 141 workers were counseled during September, In- ' eluding 96 veterans and one wom- an. • * * * OP~NINGS ON FILE at 't he local office totaled 44, Graves add• ed. These openings are principally in service establishments. Meanwhile, Graves has announced that during the first nine months of 1949 his office placed 59 handicapped persons In jobs. · Graves cited the cooperation of , Portsmouth area employers In the movement to find employment for handicapped persons. The employment office manager said his organization has at least one interviewer specially trained to ·deal with handicapped applicants and contact employers. Rockingham Countr Held . 'Dangerous' Fire°1S ecfor CO~CORD, Aug. 8 (AP)Relmposltion of strict woodlands restrictions was imminent today as lightning lhes and parched conditions continued to harass New llam11• shire's firefighters. have not already d1ied up are getting lower and lower. Rockingham county eounted fires at Seabrook, Candia, Windham anll J\t.kinson. The Seabrook fire was caused by the backfire of a sawmill engine and was <'Onfined to the wiring. The mill Is o\med by l\1ilwood Dow. Difficult to put out, the fires were nevertheless restl'icted to small acreages, officials reported. About five fh'es were also reported In Hillsborough county over the weekend. One was In South Merrimack and four In Mancha.ter. Cheshire county is reported not Rockingham county was repol'ted today by the forestry department as most d:i,ng erous area In the state. It is on the verge or being declared "extremely dangerous." Only .22 Inches of rain has fallen m the pnst 26 days In that area, forestry officials said, and five fires were reported over the weekend. Wells and streams which so bad with one fire In Keene caused by lightning. Staffo1·d is very dry but no fires are rejJOl'ted, the department said. Southern parts of Sullivan, Grafton and Carroll counties are dry, but northern areas, and Coos county, are not so bad bccau~e of g·reatcr rainfall, the department said. Mountain lops, where rain has had least lasth1g effect, a re worse. Bristol had a weekend lig·htning fire atop Round top mountain, the dc1utrt111cnt sahl. Acting Gov. l'e1•klns ll11i;ii or Peterborough Is expected to consider relmposltlon or wood• lands restrictions later today. Court to Decide i .\~ Mercury _Plant~~, Road Department~ If Dale Must Face 'Switches on Line' 1To Lo.se _$300,000 ' Lawyer's Questions First Time Jan. 18 .Through New Law • • • Kll\lBALL is under civil suit I by the state fo1· $243,000 allegedly paid Manchester Contractor Donat F. Cote in excess of legislative appropriations. Trial date for Kimball, who remains a holdover in office, has not yet been set. Cote and former State Comptroller Stephen B. Story have appealed six to 14 years prison terms and $5,000 fines set when they were found guilty of defrauding the state on construe' tion work done by Cote. ! • • • * * * GENERATED POWER here will be carried over "hi-lines" to Manchester and Nashua. That power I will be fed Into the company's main north-south transmission network. Plans for the switching on ceremonies Jan. 18 include a preview by the press. The public is to view the new plant during the spring 1when It is to be dedicated. Construction on the plant started in October, 1947. The building Is 132 feet wide by 176 feet long and occupies 23,232 · square feet of ground, near the PortsmouthN ewlngton line. 8 Railroad Station To Open Tuesday CONCORD, Dec. 1 (AP)-Because they may deprive the State Highway department of $300,000, Commissioner Frank D. Merrill intends to call new motor vehicle operator licensing laws to the attention of the special legislative session. Under an act passed by the 1949 General Court, operators, effective April 1 of this year, must renew their license permits on anniversaries of their birthdays, There are now about 200,000 drivers licenses issued In New Hampshire . They cost $2 each for renewals, and $1 to $3 more for initial permits. It has been agreed by Commissioner Frederick N. Clarke of the Motor Vehicle department, Gov. Sherman Adams and Commissioner Merrill that the new law undoubtedly will mean a $300,000 loss in revenue for this fiscal year, which ends June 30. Electric power from the New Hampshire Public Service company's $5,000,000 Schiller station will be "switched on the line" Jan. 18. Schiller station, officials said , is the first power plant In the United States "designed and built expressly for a modern, high efficiency mercury-steam cycle" In the generation of elecll'lcity. When operating at peak capacity, the plant Is capable of producing 40,000 kilowatts. Equipment includes a 25,000 kw steam turbine and two mercury vapor turbines, each rated at 7,500 kw. CONCORD, Dec. 14 (AP)-A Dec. 28 hearing in Merrimack County court has been ordered on the point as to whether former Gov. Charles M. Dale should be required to answer certain questions put to him by counsel for State Treasurer F. Gordon Kimball. When a deposition was taken from the Portsmouth attorney several weeks ago, he declined to answer certain questions asked of him by Atty. George R. Grant, Jr., of Concord. Portsmouth's new railroad station will be officially opened Tuesday n~nn. . . . ' Railroad and city officials will participate In brief ceremoni'es at 12 o'clock and will attend a luncheon at the station. * * * 1 UNDER THE NEW law, it was explained, drivers will have until their next birthday anniversary, after April 1, before they will have to renew their permits. Since this type of revenue amounts to about $400,000 a yea1:, it is agreed a $300,000 loss will result since It is expected only 25 % of the 200,000 operators will be required to renew their licenses by fiscal year's end, June 30. Commissioner Merrill said the loss of the $300,000 will not "bankrupt" his $12,500,000 budget. Highway finances will have to be overhauled by the Legislature at the regular 1951 session anyway, he added. /30 �Officials Crowd ~ Railroad Station At Formal Opening AT LAST-Here is Portsmouth's new railroad station. It will be officially dedicated tomorrow at noon with city and railroad officials on hand. The picture shows the west side of the station and bus piers at the left and the Deer street entrance to the waiting r oom at the right. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Remodeled Station To Open · Tomorrow . . "' The Boston and Maine railroad's new colonial design station was crowded with spectators and official , this noon as it was opened officially to the public. During ceremonies, the key to the station was presented to Norman H. Chick, Portsmouth agent, by Stanley G. Phillips, chief engineer. The first ticket was purchased by Frank W. Randall who has been commutin'g for more than five years to Boston by Miss Mabel Webster, veteran ticket agent. Robert M. Edgar, assistant to the president of the railroad, gave the introductory address, speaking of the early history of transportation in this area• • • • . IMPROVEMENTS to the grounds EDGAR THEN i~troduced the rnclude the 150-car parking lot, two grass plots in front of the station other speakers, U. S. Rep. Chester · Th\~ asphalt sidewalks around the sta~ E. Merrow, Mayor Cecil M. Neal, tion and an asphalt platform beside City Manager Edward C. Peterson the tracks. · and Alvin T. Redden, secretary of The long awaited project began the New Hampshire Seacoast ReMany years of agitation by city officials and civic groups will pay May 1 with railroad maintenance gional Development association. off at noon tomorrow when the Boston and Maine railroad dedicates its men doing ll!Ost of the work. The Officials and invited guests then new Deer street station. ~adger-R~nd company is complet- attended a luncheon in the station The old station, built in 1863 and long described as a "terrible eyemg the Job by tearing down the lunchroom. sore," has been completely remodeled at a cost of about $100,000 and old brick building that will make The station was decorated with will be officially dedicated at 12 o'clock. way for part of the parking lot. 1 flowers from local business estabU. S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow, lf' The bolt of lightning that lishments. Mayor Cecil M. Neal, City Manknocked part of the chimney into Among the guests were members THE FRAME of the old station ager Edward C. Peterson and Al, the old restaurant and set fire to of the city council, and the followis the only part of the old structure vin F. Redden, secretary of the the roof on Aug. 1943, also ignited ing officials of the Boston and New Hampshire Seacoast Regional remaining. The siding, roof and the clamor for the new station. Maine: John C. Bingham of ConDevelopment association, are ex- interior are new. City officials, members of the The northern end of the station Chamber of Commerce, bankers cord, New Hampshire representapected to speak at the ceremonies. tive of the railroad; R. F. Fifield, houses the waiting room and ticket and others held a series of meet- maintenance of way engineer, Jack They will be introduced by Robert Edgar, assistant to the presi- office. The office is separated from ings with railroad officials that P. Cronin, design engineer, H. B. dent of the Boston and Maine, j the wooden benches by a curved ~uc.:_d nothing but promises un- Richardson, bridges and buildings mahogany counter and glass panels. who will act as toastmaster. The floor is of mottled brown as- lli~d~LAt~ep~n~fuera~ superintendent; and Walter M. phalt tile and the ceiling of light, road asked for $10,000 by public Staples, assistant superintendent C. S. ROBINSON, 2.ssistant chief ' sound absorbing material. The subscription to be added to $40,000 of bridges and buildings: engineer for the railroad, will * * * plastered walls are painted a dark that it was ab~e to provide for the present the station keys to NorALSO, Harold F. Tupper of work. buff with ivory trim and are decman H. Chick, general agent. The Dover, division engineer; Clifford orated with scenic photographic 1 "' * * first ticket will be sold to Frank murals. A. Somerville, general representaI THE FINAL COST, estimated at tive of the Boston and Maine and W. Randall of 699 Middle street, Shoulder-high beige paneling and \ $100,000 by Norman H. Chick, gen- Maine Central railroads; C. F . an official of the New Hampshire eral railioad, agent, was borne entirely by Palmer, passenger traffic manager; Gas and Electric company and the lights recessed in the ceiling com- the however. New England Gas and Electric as- plete the waiting room. Restrooms Other plans that were voiced on Roy E. Baker, assistant general are located on the Deer street side. sociation of Cambridge. ' the fate of the depot included manager of the Boston and Maine * Invited guests, including memandMMaine R · · Central railroads · tand THERE ARE THREE entrances, bm'Id'mg a new t en d er,s s h ac k a t H bers of the city council, will atthe Vaughan street crossing anct · · amie, P~c1iasmg agen . one on the parking area side, one tend a lU11-cheon in the station Mrs. Helen O Connor, secretary on Deer street adjacent to the ·tearing down the water tank. restaurant after the ceremonies. · Tomorrow's dedication marks the / of th e BoS t on and Maine magazine, taxicab and auto unloading drivet The rebuilt structure looks like . way, and the third on the track end of a gradual moderniz<1tion was hoS ess for the event. a bit of old Portsmouth transplant- side. program for Portsmouth's railroad facilities. ed beside the railroad tracks. From' The southern section of the staan unattractive, barn-like building The tracks in the passenger train tion houses a lunchroom, newsthat never completely recovered yard were relaid in 1947 at a cost after being struck by lightning in stand and bus ticket booth. The of about $10,000 and the interior 1943, the station has been trans- door facing south leads to four of the freight house ,was entirely bus loading piers and to the park- rebuilt in 1945, costing the railroad formed into a cream-colored coling area r eserved for buses, mail $75,000. onial design building. and baggage trucks. The entire area surrounding the The new restaurant, reported to station has also had its face lifted. cost $35,000, has t,wo U-shaped The old wooden tenement that forcounters and tables seating 50 merly stood between the station customers. and Deer street has been relegated The oil burner beating plant, to the scrap heap and the old which replaces the old boiler brick boiler house is rapidly being house, occupies a basement scooped demolished to provide additional out under the Deer street section. room for a tar-surfaced parking area. ------.-•.-*------J .. "' * * I j l 3/ �Restaurant Moves Across Highway fJ.'6 Tomorrow Morning Seven o'clock tomorrow morning is the "jumping off" time for the Howard Johnson restaurant. The 90-foot, story and a half ~uilding isn't going far, however, Just across the Interstate highway to a new location less than 500 feet away from its old site. The journey will take all day and will be just one phase of an operation that began last month and is scheduled to be completed March 1 at a total cost of $56,000. * * * PROUD POSSESSION-Norman ii. Chick, left, Portsmouth agent for the Boston and Maine railroad, receives key to new railroad station from Stanley G. Phillips, chief engineer, during dedication ceremonies yesterday. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Y7 , l (p I THE MOVE was decided when it was found the restaurant would be in the way of an access road under construction from the proposed Woodbury avenue bridge over the Interstate by-pass. Northbound traffic will be rerouted over Boyd road ' and Woodbury avenue tomorrow and southbound traffic will skirt the operation on a temporary road to the west of the old restaurant location. Preparation for the journey included "packing" the building on timbers, rollers and rails. Tomorrow, a standard size truck equipped with a winch, will begin pulling the building down a slight incline to its new location. • • • JUST TO be certain the restaurant does not slide out of control down the incline, stout "snub" rop es will be attached from it to the old foundation and played out as the buildi11,g moves along. Brackett H. Hill, project foreman, said today the brief trip has ·•'3.'\ U DER WAY-The Howard Johnson restaurant is midway across the Interstate l)y-pass In its rolling journey to a new foundation near~,,.. Boyd road. Workmen started to move the structure at 7 am today and e pect that it will be in the vicinity of the new site by nightfall. The restaurant is being moved to make way for the construction of an overpass at Woodbury avenue. Those familiar with the Johnson building will note that the north end is now headed south. (Portamouth Herald photo) been delayed by the recent warm weather which softened the ground. A large area in front of the new foundation became a bog and is now being filled with gravel to provide a secure bed over which the building can be safely moved. Besides moving the restaurant, it will be necessary to turn it around so it will again face the highway. The dining room and fireplace, formerly on the north end, will end up on the south. The pivoting job was begun last week when it was turned 150 degrees. * * * THE REMAINING 30 degrees will be turned after it reaches its new spot tomorrow night. The restaurant will then be "unpacked," lined-up on its new foundations and grading work started. The W. B. Hill company of Tilton has contracted to have the Ijob completed by March 1. J3Z �Across the Street on Rollers -p. 3 ' Big By-Pass Restaurant to ,Go for a The Howard Johnson restaurant Is about to be taken for a ride-a 500-foot, $56,000 lift from Its location at the intersection of Woodbury avenue and the Interstate bypass to a new site across the bypass. Preliminary work for the moving of the 90-foot, story and a half structure Is well under way and the restaurant may begin its, trip by the middle of the month. To move the building across the four-lane by-pass will take only three days, Brackett H. Hill, project foreman, said lotlay but the preparations and the completion of the Job, once the restaurant Is moved, will 11pan a four-month period. • • •• , ONE OF TIIF. nrnjor llrms that In loads of heavy beams, rollers, jacks and other equipment that will be needed in the operation. Once the building is raised from its foundation, the complicated turning project will begin. PivotIng on a center point In the south end, the movers will turn the structure 150 degrees on its present location before starting across the by-pass. • • • THE OTHER 30 degrees of turn needed to reverse the position of the building will be executed when it has cleared the by-pass and the work of setting it on its new foundation has started. During the three days the restaurant is in transit, traffic will flow without interruption along the by-pass, according to Ill!!. Northbound vehicles will be detoured over what will later be an "access road" from the Woodbury avenue bridge lo the by-pass and southbound traffic will use a similar road on the opposite side of the by-pass. Work on the access roads has alrea , been started by the R. G. Walkins. Co .. of Amesbury, Mass., and the hungry maws of the power shovels are gulping up earth In the center strip of the by-pass as workmen prepare to tunnel tinder Woodbury avenue. •, "'· B. Bill company, the con;.. ;.,,:s. must ac·complish ls lo pivJt the building through a 180-dcgree arc so that the' dining room and fireplace which arc now at the north end will he on the south when the structure is l11id upon its new foundation. That new foundation itself Is another major' operation and already has been delayed seven days by the recent snowstorm. It should soon be ready, Hill said, barring more snow. Part of the 12-man crew the contrnctors have on the Joh is enTIIF. PA~ ,AGE of the restauIgaged In clearing away earth from rant build!. " ncross the by-pass ~he old foundation and brinalna will be accomplished on rollers, • • • New Super Market Open; . I'/ Parking for n 200 Cars· From the wasted nnd tlme-wom red brick structure that once ~erved as pnrt of a local brewery has emerged the modern home of Portsmouth's newest super market. The Plc-N-Pay store at 674 Islington street opened this morning after less than two months of Intensified work to transform the shell of the old building to a brightly lighted self-service market. John P. Martin, president of the* 20th Century Market o{ Portland, The store Is almost completed Me., operators of the new store, Is and the construction crew Is workmost proud of the market's acces- ing nights to complete repair of sibility by auto customers. Park- the outside walls and Ilnlshlng the ing space for 200 cars Is provided meat-cutting room. on each side, a few i;tcps away from the side entrances. THE FRONT on Isllnnton street One or the features being Intro- has one entrnnce, large plate glass duced is the bundle-carrying ser- windows over which a conrrrte facvice available to motorized custom- ing holds a bright neon sign, • • • ers. Eighteen boys wlll be available The Inside wnlls arr. lined with on weekends to take bundles from plywood paneling, painted a pastel the store to cars, and about eight green. The floor ls of asphalt tile will be on hand dur1J1g the week. and fluorescent lighting has been Installed in the ceillnir. ANOTIIER NEW POLICY will be There are two exit ways past that of sending all new-born babies the cash registers at the three In Portsmouth a rose and vase. All doors. ch!ldren entering the store will reThe entire job, when completed, cetve a lollypop. wm have cost $90,000, Marlin said. Martin salrl the store wilr stress About 25 employes will operate courtesy, good food and fair prices. th e st ore. All of tbem wJII be The Verriet' Construction com- Portsmouth residents. The manager pany of Portland, employlng local is Patrick Mulhern of Portland. . sub-contractors, began work on the old building early In October, At thnt time, only the thick brick walls and a few posts were standing. ••• I Hill said, in explaining that It would not have to be jacked up very high in order to clear the by-pass. W. B. Hill company ol Tilton. That concern is operated by William B. Hill and his two sons, Brackett and Warren B. Hill. It will rest on 14-lnch by 14-lnch The contractors have until March limbers and these in turn will be on 1 in which to get the job done, af"shoes." Seven rollers, three inches ter that date penalty clauses in in diameter and 30 Inches long, ~re their contract will be in operation. used under each shoe and as the building moves over the "track" the rollers arc fed In at the front end of each shoe and as they are freed of the weight of the building are again placed under the shoe. Twenty shoes with seven rollers are to be used in moving the building. A permanent change 1n New Hampshire Gas and Electric comMotive power for the moving job pany rates, resulting in an average will be supplied by a winch truck, Increase of 28 cents in the domesHill said. tic consumer's blll was approved today by the · 11tate .Public Service TUE HIGIIWA Y department decommission. cided to move the restaurant when The 6½ % increase has been Portsmouth citizens persuaded the temporary since May 1 but will be governor and council that the Inon a permanent basis e!fective·toterstate by-pass and Woodbury day. It will enable the company to avenue should be separated by an partially offset increased operating over-pass. costs. • · Removal of the restaurant, or its The Public Service company also demolition, was necessitated by the approved issue of $900,000 in notes highway department's plan to run by the Portsmouth utility. l'roan access road from the proposed ceeds win be used to reimburse Woodbury avenue bridge to the bysome of the company's capital expass. Highway Commissioner penditures already made, defray Frank D. Merrill recently told the costs of plant extensions and imgovernor and council that it would provements, · ' be cheaper to do the moving job than to buy out the restaurant. IMPROVEl\lENTS • planned in• And so the department awarded clude installation of · i. new high the $56,000 movina contract to the pressure boiler , and extraction! type turbine at the company's plant and conversion of all but one boiler from coal to oil. ~ebuilding and extension of the utility's transmission system is also scheduled. Tlu! Public Service commission allowed the temporary increase last May to net approximately $140,000 in revenue and ordered that a study and review of the rates be made before Dec. 31. As a result of the review, new rates have been developed to pro-1 duce substantially the same amount of revenue as allowed under the temporary order. I~ti!jfy- Granted ~ .I Permanent Raisr • • • ••• • • • The principal changes reduce the level of the basic rates and correspondingly increase the fuel charge rates resulting in a simpli-1 flcation of the rate structure, a company spokesman said. J, • ... �W:ater Lowering~ City Eyes New Sources Portsmouth may be in the same . "boat" With the ancient mariner ·who complained "water, water, everywhere, nor any drop to drink." While no one has brought a curse on the Port City lately by slaying ,an albatross, the city may be plagued by a lack of fresh water before long. Both City Manager Edward c. ;peterson and Public Works Supt. Nat S. Stevens are aware of the looming dearth of water that would bring joy to little boys ·with dirty ears, and they already have several solutions in mind. It Js a complex problem, however, that faces the city and its water users. FOR• SOME TIME now, the amount of water in the ground where Portsmouth's wells are located has been diminishing At the same time, more. and more people are turning spigots, taps and faucets to almost double water consumption here, in the last 12 years. These are hard facts on hard water, but there are other considet'atfons that may worsen or Badger Concern Plans to Build ,., $29,000 Addition The Badger. Farms' Creameries today was given permission by Building Inspector James T. Whitman to start a $29,000 construction project at its plant on Bow street. ~he •work will include construction of a two-story brick refrigerator and storage building, a bottling ·room, fee cream hardening room, refrigerator and milk storage room and loading platforms with a conveyor. Inspector Whitman also Issued permits to Ezra 0. Pinkham of 26 Columbia court for $200 in general repairs and Lucy Vinciguerra of 182 Market street for new steps at an estimated cost of $50. ~~~~-- lighten the problem in the future . THE PRESENT SUPPLY comes The supply of water in the ground can be increased or de- from six deep wells, five of which creased by the annual ralri and take water from the same sand and snowfall. Consumption can taper , gravel stratum of earth. ·, It Is the only good water bearing off-assuming the city's populaformation in the area, Stevens tlon del:llnes-or it can continue to climb-assuming more industry points out. It runs from the northern side of Newington in a southcomes to town. easterly direction almost to the These are the factors Peterson Portsmouth-Greenland road, and and Stevens can no more predict varies in width from three quarthan they can tell if snowshoes or sandals will be in order tomorrow. ters of a mile to two miles. Any more wells sunk In this • • • area would just drain the w;iter THEY ARE, however, keeping a weather eye on the possibilities \ -· that Portsmouth may have to shop I supply out more quickly, Stevens • explains. for more water in a year or two. The sixth well is in c'rcenland mlPnodssalbrlee sources they have in more ground well~ !n and drawing water from it has alGreenland and possibly Rye; the ready left the famous Brackett Winnlcut river in Greenland, spring 1ry and lowered the water Merrymeeting lake in New burlevel In many other springs and ham, and if things really get wells. tough, the Atlantic ocean. Stevens has evidence that the FORTUNATELY, there arc sevwater-table, or level of water in the eral directions to which the city city's wells, Is gradually dropping, can turn to fo1· more water. but the records go back only to The Wlnnlcut river in Greenland 1947. The Sherburne we•11, whlcl fluct-1 was surveyed by engineers in 1940 uates more than the others, has , who reported it could furnish 3,000,000 gallons a day-much more dropped three feet, one Inch since by far than the city uses now. 1947. While the Haven well and Well No. 4 have gained a few InchThe stream could be dammed es, Well No. 5 has dropped one 1 near the Portsmouth road and the foot, three inches in the th1·eesurface drainage from 14 square .year span. miles of surrounding land collected. The only hitch to this plan is STATISTICS on the remaining that the water would be coming two wells are not available, but from the surf:lce, not underground, Stevens says that some of the wells and would be more likely to dimcan drop only four or five more inish in drought years. feet before the pumps will begin A quicker and cheaper method ,drawing air instead of water. of utilizing the Winnicut would be While this process of diminishto sink wells in the stream's area, ing water levels goes on, more Peterson believes. Peterson figures and more water goes down city that wells might also be located in drains. Rye, but has no estimates on how In 1937, the average daily much water could be taken from amount of water pumped was the town. . 1,225,000 gallons, while so far this I year, the average has been 2,007 ,THE SCIIEJ\IE that Pelct·son 000 gallons a day. and Stevens would really like to In the meantime, Portsmouth see put through would be the conand the entire East coast have struction of a pipeline to Merrybeen suffering from a period of meeting lake in New Durham. Both comparative drought for several officials say the lake is in an exyears now. cellent watershed and could provide plenty of water for Dover, Rochester and Somersworth in adPRECIPITATION, heat, colrl dition to Portsmouth. , and all the other compon.?nts of weather are known to vary in long A project of that scope would range cycles, but neither Peterson probably receive state or federal nor Steven1 cares to calculate that financial help in its construction, Peterson says. Stevens reports the present system of wells and pumps several years of heavy rains will could be abandoned and the water arrive to solve the problem. brought in and distributed by One thing they are sure of is gravity, thus substantially lowerthat if an industry using a great ing the water department's operdeal of water should move In, ating costs. then the city would have to get "Of course," Peterson says, "if more water in a hurry. The same these dry seasons continue Jor a step would have to be taken if the long time and we find there .i!.lst population shows a continued rise. isn't enough fresh water to go Stevens reports the water dearound, we can always tap the partment has piped water into 70 additional homes this year, and 1 ocean-there is plenty of water there." "It costs more to purify next year, the new mercury plant It, but it can be done," he point~ of the Public Service company of out. New Hampshfre will begin gulping • • ~ city water. I • • • I 0 I . . . • . fibre Plant ~o\d;\ New Operahons lo Begin Soon~ Production operations at the New England Fibre company plant on •u be resumed Freeman's Point wt in abOut three months, it was learned today, following announcement that the bankrupt nrm's assets had ' been sold for $15,785. William F. Harrington, ~r., trustee of the fibre company, said the plant equipment had been bought by an individual purchaser f1·om Ba.ltl· more. • • • THE NEW OWNER will engage in a line of manufacture similar to that of the former operators, retaining the name of New England Fibre company, according to Harrington. The new firm is expected to employ about 40 persons. w. L. Rowell, purchasing agent for the old fibre company and sales representative under its trusteeship, will- be general manager of the new operation. \ • • • IJARRINGTON'S statement announcing sale of the company's a!• sets follows: "The trustee of New England Fibre company, un der an order duly approved by the referee in bankruptcy, reports the sale of the of the New England Fibre asse ts vld al pur• com\)a.11Y to an indi u Thia chMel' from Baltimore, Md, particular purchaser intends to keep this plant open. The trustee wishes to take this o ortunity of expressing his appre: PP t R c L Greer chairman, ciat1on o · · · ' J Judge Thomas H. Simes, 0 . E. Brown Samuel Levy and Ray Burkett, the creditors' committee o New England Fibre company, who b ked him in his efforts to keep ~~ plant in a position where the plant could be sold as a going concern under a private sale rather than face the risks and troubles which might come by bei~g fore~! to sell this plant at a previous dat under auction. ! ----- FOlt THE Tll\lE being, then , Portsmouth has plenty of fresh water and it will not be necessary for residents to stop washing their pet dogs and little sons in order to conserve. , It is the future years that may change the situation and send Portsmouth on a water hunt. �-- . - ... ~ .,.. __ a. ·; Area ·cities to Discuss 1 PiPing Watei' ,..From Lake . Portsmouth, Dover, Rochester and Somersworth city officials, all faced with the problem of a lowering waler supply, today will confer on a proposal to pipe water into this area from Merrymeetlng lake ln New Durham. City Manager Edward C.' Peterson, Dover City Manager Woodb u r y C. Brackett, Rochester Mayor C. Wesley Lyons, Somersworth Mayor Romeo St. Laurent and Street Supt. Nat S. Stevens will meet In the city council chamber this afternoon. More than 30 disappointed npplicants must wait until next year for Details of the proposal will be enrollment at the recently renamed New Hampshire Technical institute , given by Sperry Locke of Porlsal Portsmouth . 1 mouth, one of the orlRlnntors of ' lhe plan developed In 1013. Emerson A. l\1cCourt. director of the former Portsmouth Trade I • • • school,' said lodny that incre11scd THE PROJEC'f would Include n Interest In lhe lnstilule's courses "gravity" pipeline from New Durhas resulted in a "ne11rly doubled'' ham through Rochester, Somers- number of new sl•idenls entering worth, Dover and finally Ports- this coming term. mouth. The interior of Portsmouth's newest store, bared to the public eye If construction work now being when workmen removed the wooden screen from its front last week, will Peterson described the lake as performed at the institute is combe opened for business Friday. an "excellent" watershed, sufflrlrnl pleted by Sept. 7, a ~ludent body The job of completely rebuilding the J. J . Newberry company store to provide fresh water to lh e four numbering apJl'·oximately 150 will on Congress street ls more than half completed and the brand new large cities, as well as some towns, start the school year on that dale. in this area. quarters will open for business at 9:30 am, Gordon Aston, local mana' ger of the store announced today. __, __ di He added that th ere Is a possibilNEW STUDENTS total 54. Jn Construction has been han • ity that the officials of the four previous years the number averAt.that time, the old part of the 'i capped by bedrock underneath the cities may seek state or federal fl. aged 25, while lhe entire student store and basement will be closed new addition in the rear, more nancial help for construction of body averaged abont 100 under- and reconstruction started. Com- rock under the street where new the pipeline which would be at graduates. pletion of the entire job and the : gas and water lines were laid by least 30 miles In length. formal opening of the new store is the city, and by a spring located "And the w;iiling !isl of men I scheduled for Dec. 1. exactly where one of the steel 1 who wish to enter continues to Work on the $150,000 renova- . posts supporting the five story lengthen," Mccourt explained, adding that application should be tion was begun last April, and building had to be planted. Workmen had to break made as soon as possible for en- 1 while the sections of the store to be opened Friday will not be com- through 16 feet of rock before they rollment in 1950. i~ ! pletely finished, customers will could build the new addition, and "The availability ·or Improved get a good idea of how the finished blasting was necessary before the equipment, supplies and courses , store will look. new utility lines could be laid. has, to some extent, caused the in• • • The spring under the foundacreased Interest," he said. THE FLOORS are terrazzo, a tlons made it necessary to sink one composition of Italian marble and r,f the posts ln a large reinforce~· The plastered walls are concrete base, Aston reported. "HOWEVER," he added, "most cement. graduates have found pretty good painted a mild buff color and the • • • Transformation or Grent Bay ONE OF THE TRICKIER jobs jobs and have expressed satisfac- ceilings a flat while. Fluorescent tidal estuary to a gi gn ntic fre sh tion with the courses offered here, I lights and blonde maple wood dis- was that of removing a brick wall water reservoir cm1ld he accomthus directing many new men to / play counters complete the inter!- between the old store and the adplished with "compar.i tll·e case." a or. ,oining space, without letting the the Institute." federal geological engineer ha~ Tht store will be air conditioned, bulJding it helped support cave ln, staled. Mccourt said that all students and the front windows will give a Workmen will face the same probThe artificial 1:ikr would rec-ri ve will be notified directly If the clear view of the entire store from lem when they demollsh the back an estimated 335 million gallons or wall between the old store and the fresh water a day from rl l'crs a1ul Sept. 7 opening date Is postponed. the street. Space for the new sections was new addition ln the rear. streams in the area, U. S. District created out of the former Jarvis The work, part of a renovation Engineer H. B. Kinnison of Boston cafeteria and by the erection of a program being carried on at lts said. new brick building in the rear of Manchester and Haverlll, ,Mass., , the old store. While the old store stores is being done by the J. W~ t KINNISON cont Pnd~ nn earthhad about 900 feet of counters, the Bishop company of Worces~er, fill dam nt the mouth of the ha y at new establishment, when com- Mass. Newington could kct•p out the salt Einployes wlll be working overwater, and would not be any more Housing Expediter Tighe E. pleted, will have 2,100 feet, making time this week to complete ardifficult a project th nn the dam- Woods announced today the re- lt one of the largest ln the sea- rangements, Aston said. ming of Charles river In Boston. moval of rent controls In Strafford coast region. Rivers flowing In to the Great and Rockingham counties, with the Besides adding new lines to Its Bay are the Exeter, Lamprey, Oy- exception of "lhe township of present merchandise, the store will 1 ster, Bellamy, Cochrco nnd Salmon Porlsmoulh ," which Includes the install a 38-foot refreshment counI!'llllS. clt:v of Portsmouth. ter. . The esllmnlcd 33:; million ~:i \Ticnl controls, according to an Included in the building will be lons of waler a da y would be far ARsocialed Press dlspntch, are also a new stock room on the second A $50 donation from the North more than the requirements of n removed In York county, Maine, floor and modern lounge and Hampton Grange has been resteel mill, which would lake Rn with the exception of the cities of lunch room for the employes. The ceived by Forrest E. Knowles, estimated 45 million gallons a day. Biddeford and Saco and the town ' lounge will sport tables, and red chairman of the town's polio drive. of Kittery. leather chairs and sofas. Knowles also announced $5 contributions to the infantile paralysis ASTON SAID that while the fund from the Junior Women's store now employes about 45, it club, the Pythian Sisters and the will require 75 to operate the x~z Card club. larger quarters. Local Technical Institute Turns· Away · Applicants Newberry's Ne~,1.Store Open to Public Friday .. . 1------- Great Bay He11. Likely Spot for Fresh Water Lake I I ••• Controls Lifted On Area Rents .I Grange Donates, $50 to Polio Fun~ ••• I �c· .f~ui A~ea Ci-ies ~ W~1u·h $i,ooo,ooo ~ ~l ' -Cl:.ul\L· ,....,, .• .- ' First National Bank Honored At Meeting Here I Water: Pipeline. Plan ..,, Reserve District Ho. I Charter No. 19 . REPORT OF CONDITION OF THE Y? FIRST NATIONAL BANKs of Portsmouth in the Stote of New Hampshire, at the close of business on November 1, 1949 published in response to call made by Comptroller of the Currency, under Section 5211, U.S. Revised Statutes. The First National Bank of Portsmouth was honored at a A plan calllng for a $7,000,000 luncheon meeting of the New Dollars Cts. , ASSETS water line from Merrymeeting , Hampshire .c ommittee, Newcomen 1, Cash, balances with other banks, including reserve 1ake in New Durham through balance, and cash items in process of collection $2,273,910.93 Society of England, at the Rock·Rochester, Somersworth, Dover, 2. United . States Government obligations, direct ond ingham hotel yesterday. I 4,417,295.50 guaranteed ..• • . . • . . • . . .•. . .. . . . . • .• • iPortsmouth:......and, perhaps, Farm• 201,304.14 3. Obligations of States ond political subdivisions •••• iilgton-was reborn yesterday afThe bank is observing its 125th 79,586.00 I 4. Other bands, notes, and debentures . .. . . . . . ..•••••• ternoon during an informal meet- anniversary this year. 5. Corporate stocks ( including $12,750.00 stock of ing of four , New. Hampshire city 12,750.00 Federal Reserve , bank) . . .. ... ... .. . . .••• officials all faced with the prosGeorge A. Trefethen, vice pres704,935 . 10 6. Loans and discounts ( including no overdrafts) .••• pect of eventual water shortages. ident of th e bank and president of 7 . Bank premises owned $40,000.00, furniture ond ' "The 36-year-old plan met im- the New Hampshire Bankers asso- ' 42,000.00 fixtures $2,000.00 . • . . ..... ... .. .. . . . . th : mediate approval of Portsmouth elation, praised e bank's founders ( Bonk premises owned are subject to no liens not for their contribution to American assumed by bank) ~City Manager Edwa rd C. ' Peter- banking In the only speech of the 23.04 11. Other onets .... .. . . . , , •••• , ••• , , ••• , , , . • , son·, .Dover City _ Manager Woodbury C. Brackett,. Somersworth event. He was Introduced by Dr. $7,731,804.71 TOT AL ASSETS •.•. . • .•• .. . •••••• • .• 12. May6r Romeo st. . Laurent and Charles Penrose of Philadelphia LIABILITIES Rochester Mayor c. Wesley Lyons. and Kittery Point, senior vice pres13. Demand deposits of individuals, partnerships, ond Public Works Supt. Nat S. Stev- !dent for North America of the $3,359,729.59 corporations .. . , . . . ...... . . .. ... . . . . .• ens and Councilman-elect Theo- Newcomen society. 14. Time deposits of individuals, partnerships, and ' dore • R. Butler also attended the Richard W. Sulloway of Fra11klin, 2,371,274.3T corporations .. .. . ... . . .. . .. .. . . .. .... . .meeting, in Portsmouth city hall. chairman of the New England com15. Deposits of United States Government ( including postal 533 ,909.66 1ovings) .. . . .. .. ... . ... .. ... . . ..... . , . * * * mlttee, presided and toasts were 306,416.36 16. Deposits of States and political subdivisions . .. . •. , _THEY ··FAVORED a continuing drunk to President Truman and 533,570.89 17. Deposits of banks . . . . . ... . ....... . . ... , . .. , study _ of . the proposed , project King George. 165,881.96 18. Other d~posits ( certified ond cashier's checks, etc, ) which would include a 45-mile The Rev. Robert H . Dunn, rec19. TOTAL DEPOSITS . ...•. .. $7,270,782. 77 !'.gravity" pipeline 'capable of pro- tor of St. John's church, gave the viding at least 12,000,000 gallons invocation and the Rev. William 24. TOTAL LIABILITIES .. . . .. . . . .. .. .• .•• $7,270,782.77 of water. daily. The plan was out- Safford Jones, DD, the benediction. · CAPITAL ACCOUNTS 25. Capitol Stock: nned by Sperry H. Locke of PortsHead table guests included Gov. ( c) Con1mon stock, total par $250,000.00 .• , • $250,000.00 mouth, one , of . its originators in Sherman Adams, former Governors 26, Surplus .. . . . .... . . ..• ••• . .. . .• .• ... . .. . . •••• 175,000.00 1913. · ,Huntley N. Spaulding and Charles 27. Undivided profits ...• , •..• , • ... , , , ••• , • , • • , • 36,021,94 c;:ity ;Manager Peterson, sponsor M. Dale; Dr. Arthur S. Arlams, of the meeting, estimated that president of the University of New 29. TOTAL CAPITAL ACCOUNTS •.• , •••••• 461,021.94 Merrymeeting lake is 600 feet Hampshire and Rear Admiral John , higher in elevation · -than Ports- H. Brown, Jr., USN, commander of 30. TOTAL LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL ACCOUNTS $7,731 , 804.71 MEMORANDA mo\lth~He said that 45 miles of 30- the naval base. 31. Assets pledged or assigned to secure liabilities ond tor inch pipe would ·cost approximateAlso, William S. Newell of Bath, 1 other purposes . . . . . , . , . . , . , . .. . . . .. .• , • , • 577 ,799.25 ly $5,250,000 i"and he estimated 'ad- Me., chairman of the Maine com32. (a) Loans as shown above are after deduction of dltional expenses at $1,750,000. mittee of the Newcomen society; reserves of . .. . . , .. . .. .. ... .. . . ... .. , , , • 3,321.02 ' ' Locke gave a detailed explana- . Vice Admiral Morton L. Deyo, State of New Hampshire, County of Rockingham, ss: I juon' of the proposal and introduced .USN, (ret) of Kittery Point, James I, G. A. Trefethen, cashier of the above-named bank, do solemnly swear copies of an original charter whic,h P. Hale of Newburyport, vice chairthat the above statement is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. G. A. TREFETHEN, Cashier. , incorporated the New Hampshire , man of the New England commltSworn to and subscribed before me this 8th day of November, 1949 'water · Supply ' company in 1913. 1 tee of the society; Highland C. NORMAN E. RAND, Notary Public. ·r_rhe ' project was started in 1913, I' Moore of New York, associate CORRE CT-Attest , l~tei\ abandoned and revived sev- American treasurer of the society; FRANK E. BROOKS _'1:r11l -time~; since only" 'to die again. R. C. L. Greer, vice chairman of RICHMAN S. MARGESON , _1 • / . 'li · _ * * * _.' . the state committee and Robert M. CHARLES H. WALKER ,:•.fiIE Edgar of Boston,. ~ember of the Diredon tioned •the quantity of watersiieds New England committee. 'in the· Merrymeeting'. lake area but reservpd definite ' opinions pending a ~study_ of _the area's topography. They/ con!,ldered _th~ pos~ibility of instal,ling ,a four-or-five-mile _pipeThe new pres ident is an official line· from Merrymeeting · lake to of the Chadwick and Trefethen maLalf~ Winnfpesaukee which has a Four present officials of the ' chine shops and a native of Eliot. much larger supply. l<'lrst National bank of Portsmouth , He has been a resident of Ports-fmouth since 1907 and worked in a i were elevated anrl a new director Boston machine shop before coming .' Each' ~ffictal reported briefly 'on the _cotjd!ti(!n of wii_ter _supplies in_ elected at a meeting of the board here. · their respective. communities. . of directors tod ay. . •. Mr. Walker Is affiliated with the ~City • Manag~r Peterson and Su-, perintendent Stevens _said PortsErvIn T. Trefethen, a director C. E. Walker coal company and has mouth's : 11 upplies are lowering and for at least 20 years, was elected served as an official of various civic organizations and charitable an attempt is being made to locate· president to succeed the late groups, new sources ·before the situation ' James A. •orthwick. Charles H. l:f<>-.ys _serious_.:·_ ,· Brackett described Dover's supWalker, also a director, was named 1 GEORGE TREFETHEN has r\ Mayor _. ,Lyons reported Roches- I ply as in "good shape" but stressed to succeed Trefethen as vice presi- been cashier of the bank since t~r's , supply . is -insufficient for the that his city is more interesteq in dent. 1941. The executive vice pres!- , f\ltUl'e imd ·said that 1his ."city has the quality of its present source. He dent's post was created by the di- · .j:l~en' ih;-:wa'.ter trouble" for a year., also explained that Dover has no George H. Trefethen, affiliat1,d rectors at today's meeting. He has ;), , ,•'~·l"••~",* , • -:• *, , , · . · adequate -distribution system. with the bank for mor e than 20 been with the bank since 1917 and :, MAYOR · ST, ' LAURENT ·said I Locke ·-frequen,tly remind~d, th~- years, was elected executive vice he, too, has been acti ve in various Somersworlh'1· \vater' t situation is:.' qlty officials · that their communi-: president and cashier. civic movements in Portsmouth. not, seri0\13· •at ,1the ; moment "but ties "c!innot grow without · addj- , * * * we'll have ' '.to, · "took · around -·.'f ore\ tional water - supplies" and the Young Wald!'on, a wounded ' · thi I · th f t - · .,· JEREMY R, WALDRON, Jr., son , s~me ~g _ n· e u ure, · _.,,_, ·.·, meeting concluded after . Mayor • of the late· Judge Jeremy R. · World War II veteran, is a member I.;yons . offered_: · , . . J Waldron, was named a director to , of the Waldron, Boynton and Wal, '• ''Water is de'finitely__ liqui4 gQld. fill a vacancy caused by the death ; dron law firm. The 29-year-old attorney was graduated from Ports- : , It is the most · precious thing that' of Mr. Borthwick. I mouth high school and Dartmouth / I we .have in the:,world." · ' --_college. • , - - ---- ---- ~ '"'-"' --~J ' ' . l ~-_c1¥t ;&FP~Ci:~~LS ;:"iJ~~ ,Ervin T. Trefethen Named Head of ptt First National Bank I I . �Charter No. 105 2 ~ 'J. Of The Reserve Report Of ColiJi~ion District No. 1 Statement of Condition Of Piscataqua Savings New Hampshire National Bank of Portsmouth, N. H. at the close of business October Hampshire at the toclose Of Portsmouth, in the Sta;~:9f N e wblished in ;esponse call of business on Nov. l, h c' pu Under Section 5211, made by Comptroller of t e urrenr.y, U S Revised Statutes. ' ' 1. 580~~4:ALUES RESOURCES $ 35 440.49 Cash on hand_ · · · · · · · • • · · • • · ' ' ' ' ' . . . 188:090.92 Cash on deposit • • • • · · ·: · · • • · • • • ' • • · • 28,389.44 Items available for deposit • • • · • • · · · · · • 25.65 Cash items .......... , , • • • • • • · • · • • 251,946.50 United States Government obligations 2,678,704.00 New Hampshire state and municipal bonds and notes .......... , • • • • • 1,500.00 Canadian bonds .. • • • • · · · · · · · · · · · · ' · • 90,592.10 92,092.10 Federal Home Loan Bank stock . • • , • • • • • • 22,800.00 22,800.00 Public utility bonds .... , , • • , , • , • • · • · • 54,125.00 54,125.00 Railroad stock , ... . ••. , • • • • • • • • • • · • 1,600.00 Bank stock ..... . , .•.. • , , • • • • • • · · • • 161,586.00 Other stock . . ........ • , . • • • • • • • • • • 60,375.74 223,561.74 Loons on New Ha :-,pshire real estate 2,281,727.93 Notes ..•... • • • • • • · · · · • • • 2,281,727.93 Tax Account ........• , , • • • • • • • • · • • 3,635.43 Loons on oth e r real estate Notes ......••. • • • • • • • · · · • 483,845.04 Bonds •• , , .•. , • , • • • • • • • • • · 21,000.00 504,845.04 Collateral loans ASSETS Cash, balances withh ,tems .other ,n _banp~:~e!~c~~d~:fie::~:~~~ .. $ 749,994.76 balance and cos d United St~tes Government obligations, direct an . . . • . • 1,559,400.00g guaranteed . , • • • • · · · · · : : · · • · ·bdiv·i~i~~; . . . . . . 82,000. Obligations of Sto!e\ 0 ; .d P$~t c; 1 ~~ stock of Federal 0 Corporate stocks (i nc u tng ' · 7,500.00 2. 5 3. 5. Reserve bank I • . · d fts ) 572,600.46 Loons and discount~ ( includ/ng -~};;~nrf~~-ro Bonk premises own e ' none, urn, •.. 28,135.00 tures $28,135.00 • • • • · · • · · · · · · · · · · · · •• ·. ·. ·.•. . 15 Other assets • • • · · • · • • • • • · ' • • ' • · • · ' • · ' - --3,069 - -. - 6. 7. 11. 12 TOTAL ASSETS 13. • , 'L1~:B·,i. i·ri'es · ' ' ' ' ' ' ' .. ' . $3,002,699.37 Demand deposits of individuals, partnerships, and .. ... $2,236,277.82 corporations · · · · · · · · · · · · "· · ·' i ;'n'ciu ding Govern_ment ........•• t I savings ) • , • · · · · · · · · · · ·. · :: · 77,232.69 0 epos1 pas ~t s of States and political subd1vis1ons • • • · · ..• ··• 129,650. 11 185,344.41 Deposits of banks •. ·. · · · · · · · · ·h··~r; · ~h~c·k~: et~. ) . .• 87,56 8.2 8 Other deposit s ( certified fin d cos I 5$2 716 07 3 .31 TOTAL DEPOSITS , • · · · · · · · ' ' Other liabilities . . • • · · · · • • • ' • • · · • · · · · · · · · · · · ·_·_ _ _ _1.60 _ 15. 0 Deposits of United States 16. 17. 18. 19. 23. De posit books ....... , . , , • • Stock uc hange collateral . ... Other bank collateral . .. ...•• Unsecured loans ....... . , , .. . • • • • Real estate etc. owned: . Bank building, vaults, furniture and fixtures . .... ... ... . Other real estate ... .... , . .• United States bonds redeemed ..• ... , , 0 24. TOTAL LIABILITIES , · • · · · · · · .. .. ... ' ... " $2 ' 716,074.91 CAPITAL ACCOUNTS 25. Co pita I Stock: $ I 2 5 OOO 00 125,000.00 Common stock, total par ' · ··• 125.000 .00 Surplus .... • • • · · · · · · · · ., · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · • 10,570.0 3 Undivided (and profits • • • · · ·0 c·c· 0·u·n·t p. ;ef~r~~d ·st~c·k·) ·_ _26,054.43 Reserves retirement _ _ __ {c) 26. 27. 28. ·fa·,· 29 . TOTAL CAPITAL ACCOUNTS 286,624.46 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL ACCOUNTS $3,002,699.37 MEMORANDA 31. Assets pledged or assigned to secure liabilities a·n·d · f_o~. . • 280,000 .00 other purposes . , , · · · · · · · · : · · · · · · : • 0 State of New Hampshire, Cou_nty : ~~:ki~c~~:_,n~s.,:,cd bank, do solemnl y W. t~e L. Conlon cashier IS .o t rue t a the best of my knowledge ond swearI,that above, statement belief. W L CONLON, Cashier. ' . d b f me thi; 9th day of November, 1949. Sworn to and subscribe e ore LYNN J . SANDERSON, Notary Public. ATT:~~~. M. HARTSHORN CHARLES M. DALE RICHMAN P. MARGESON Directora. Ralph T. Wood Named Director Of Local Bank.5•~ Ralph T. Wood, Portsmouth businessman, yesterday was elected a director of the New Hampshire National bank by members of the board of directors. Wood will fill the vacanry created recently by the resignation of Fred H. Ward. The manager and treasurer of Newick and Wood, Inc., automobile sales and service company, was born in Portsmouth in 1891. He w~s educated in local schools and pr~or to establishing his own business in 1925, he was employed by the Atlantic Corp., of Portsmouth, the Eldredge Brewing Co., and the Frank Jones Brewing Co. A naval veteran of World War I, Wood is a member of the Frank E. Booma Post, America n Legion. His fraternal affiliations include the St. John's Lodge, F and AM; Knights Templar; and Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. He also is a member and past president of the Portsmouth Rotary club. He and his wife, the former Myrtle Olive Manson of Kittery, reside at 83 Willard avenue. 60,000.00 . 44,885.84 Total Resources ... .... . LIABILITIES Due depositors on deposit book accounts .. $ 5,674,340.53 / Christmas and other clubs .. .. , , . . . . . . 169,789.50 Total deposits . , •..• , • , . , 300,000.00 I Undivided Guaranty fund . , • • • · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · • ,188.46 I profits-net , , . , .. , , , • • • • • 116 Reserves for dividend ....• . ...••• ... ,• . 15,000 .00 ______ I .. ... ... ....... · 30. CORRECT I 13,034.10 6,005.10 21,118 .44 40,157.54 12,618.93 104, 885.84 4,218.44 $6,275,318.49 5,844,130.03 416,188.46 15,000.00 Total Liabilities .. .. .... . . $6,275,318.49 EXAMINATION BY BOARD OF TRUSTEES I.State of New Hampshire, Rockingham County, ss.. S . k do We, the undersigned Trustees of the P1scatoqua OV(ng,. 8 an f its seve rally solemnly swear that we hove made a tho~au~h ~xi;,mLnation n; that affairs in accordance with Chap. 309, Sec. 35 of t e ev,se aws, a the foregoing statement of its condition is true, I JOHN J. HASSETT STOWE WILDER I ELMER J . BURNHAM R. C. L. GREER JOHN H. GREENAWAY RALPH C. MARGESO~ ROLAND I. NOYES FRANK JONES MASSEY E. CURTIS MATTHEWS Subscribe d a"d aworn to this 6th day of Oct, 1949, Before me JOHNS. REMICK Ju ■ tice of the Peace I New Furniture Pl nt Here To Employ 50 Next Spring A new industry employing from 50 to 100 persons wlll arrive in Portsmouth next spring, ft was announced today. The Norcor Manufacturing company of Green Bay, Wis., furniture makers, have signed a lease to take over 27,000 square feet of space in the Morley company plant and will begin operations about April 1. The announcement was made this morning by Forrest M. Eaton, chairman of the Chamber's industrial committee, who, with David C. Packard, President, have been negotiating with the Wisconsin firm for more than two months. Eaton said Sl)ace to be taken over In the Morley plant will include a vacant room used during the war to make gas mask form and another room currently being used by the Morley company, The latter space will be vacated by the button company, which ls "consolidating" its operations, Eaton said. S. W. Pierce will be general manager of the new plant. It has factories at Green Bay and Gillett, Wis,, and offices in many parts of the country. The Portsmouth plant will turn out tubular steel schoolroom furniture to begin with. The company also makes folding chairs and desks, tables and bridge sets. Pierce said the local office of the New Hampshire Em. ployment fervfce will handle all applications for Jobs. About 50 wiJJ be employed at first, with the Possibility that operations wi)J require 100 workers later, Eaton ■ aid. Mayor Cecil M. Neal com. mended the Chamber of Commerce for its efforts in helping to relieve the unemployment Problem in Portsmouth and said the impending arrival of the Norcor Plant is concrete evidence that the city can attract new industry. He Pointed out, however, that the availability of industrJal facilities is limited and that stepS should be taken fm. med.Jately to provide modern plant space. Pierce said his company fnvestlnted 30 J o c a ti on s throughout the east before settling on Portsmouth. �Statement of Condition of Portsmouth Trust Company of Portsmouth, N. H. O · 2> at the close of business September 30, 1949 RESOURCES Book Volues 11 347.38 Cosh on hond :. • • • • · • • · · · · • · • · · · · · · $ 8,569.36 389,916.74 37 , Cosh on deposit ... .... ......... .• , , 3,000,000.00 United States Government obligo !ions .. , • 69,331.25 69,331.25 Conodion bonds ....... ........ , • • • • 145,000.00 Federal land bank bonds .••••.•••. , , , • ·s,342.so Railroad bonds . ... ..••••• , , • , , • • • • • 122,754.02 117,411.52 Public utility bonds ..••.••• , •• , • , .. , 35,000.00 Railroad stock ......••..•.. , , , , , • • , 170,912.73 Bank stock ....•.••••.. , . , • • .. • • • , 334,445.50 128,532.77 Other stock .. ... .... .•... ... • • • • • • • Loons on New Hampshire real estate 1,344,422.94 1;344,422.94 Notes ........ • • • • • • • • • • Loons on other real estate Notes . .. . .. . .. • • • • .. . .. • ·1,017,370.29 1,027,941.15 Bonds . • . • . . • • • • • • . . • • • • . 10,570.86 Collateral loons Deposit books . . . . . . . . . . • . • 7,478.78 49, 178 ,7 8 Stock exchange collateral . . . . . . • 41,700.00 18, ~2.48 Unsecured loons ......... ..• • . • • • • , Real estate, etc. owned: 5,864.11 5,8 64:11 Other real estate , . . , . , •. ..• 3,039.30 United States bonds redeemed ......... . 1,777.20 1,777.20 Other resources ...........•.. • • • • • • Total Resources LI.ABILITIES Due depositors on deposit book accounts $ 5,713 ,415.86 School savings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,312.39 Christmas and other clu6s . . . . . . • . . . . . 65,171.00 Total deposits 150,000.00 Guaranty fund . . . . . .... ........ • Guaranty fund surplus (guaranty savings 250,000.00 banks only I .... . .. . ..... . 330,304.22 Undivided profits-net ... , , •• , • , .• , , Total Liabilities 1 $6,5 12,203.47 5,781,899.25 730,304.22 I $6,512,203.47 EXAMINATION BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS State of New Ham pshire, Rockingham County, ss. . We the undersigned directors of the Portsmouth Trust Company do several!/ solemnly swear that we hove mode a thorough . examination of its affairs in accordance with Chop. 309, Sec. 35 of the Revised La ws, and that , he foregoing stotement of its condition is true. CA LVIN PAGE BARTLETT DENIS L. LONG CHARLES W. HANNAFORD GEORGE D. BOULTER BYRON F. STAPLES G. MORRIS GRAY LEON A. ROBINSON Subscribed and sworn to this 30th doy of Sept. 1949, 6efore me ARTHUR F. BROWN, JR. J,utice of the Peace BETWEEN DRAWS-The huge tanker, SS Memory apprnaches the draw of the Interstate bridge on her way upstream y;sterday to a berth ~t the C. H. Sprague company's dock. The picture was taken from the ra~ed dr_aw o~ the Interstate bridge, In the background, the draw of Memorrnl bndge 1s already back in position after allowing the 504-foot tanker to pass, (Portsmouth Herald pho!o) l} ,-..0 Portsmouth Construction Furniture Maker Drops $4 Milliorfr:, ,1949 Asks· Portsmouth Portsmouth's construction in 1949 was at least $4,613,449 lower <;-4 than in 1948, Building Inspector James T. Whitman reported today. New buildings, alterations and,..__ _ _ _ _ _ __ additions totaled $1,215,729 this were issued in 1948. year as compared to a record-high A Wisconsin furniture manuConstruction of family dwellings of $5,829,178 in 1948. and garages was lowet than in facturing company is inquiring However, last year's figure was 1948. Twenty-nine permits were about facilities for a plant in boosted approximately $5,000,000 issue<)' for $199,380 in house con- Portsmouth, it was disclosed last by construction of the New Hamp- struction this year as compared to night at a Chamber of Commerce shire Public Service company's 75 permits fot· $487,000 last year. board of directors meeting. plant on Gosling road. There were 22 perm.its for $10,550 The Norcor Manufacturing comin construction of garages this year THE NUMBER of building per- while 29 garage permits for $17,• pany of Green Bay, Wis., has contacted the Chamber of Commerce mits issued by Whitman in 1949 000 were approved last year. asking if 20,000 square feet of also dropped. There were 280 apmaufacturing space and 20,000 proved this year and 390 in 1948. ADDITIONS and alterations proSeven new filling stations- vided a large part of this year's square feet of storage space are ·:alued at a total of $89,500-were total construction ·figurl!. There available here. built this year while only three- were 197 permits for $851 ,499 isTHE BOARD VOTED to have worth $45,000-were constructed sued this year and 255 for $234,378 Secretary Miss Helen Kelly assemlast year. in additions and alterations last ble the infol)mation . .requested and There also was a noticeable in- year. forward it to the Wisconsin firm. crease in new stores and alteraThere were three permits for tions in businesses. Thirteen per- $i ,800 in cabin construction this President David C. Packard apmits for a total of $63,000 were year, as compared to nine permits pointed a 12-man industrial comapproved this year while 10 per- for $4,800 in 1948, seven permits mittee which will work to get new mits for $5,041,000, including the to demolish buildings and two to industries into the city. ' Public Service company buildings, move buildings. '1;,\ About Plant Space • • • • • Named to serve on the committee were Forrest M. Eaton, chairman, and Lester H. Faulkingham, the New Hampshire Gas and Electric company; Nat S. Stevens, public works superintendent; N or man Chick, Boston . & Maine railroad; Fred E. Cusliman, labor; J. D. Hartford publisher of The · Portsmouth Herald; Keith Field, radio station WHEB; George T. Cusack, the New 1 England Telephone company; John E. Seybo1t, river transportation; / Andrew C. Graves, employment; James B. Smith; hotels, and John A. Taylor, the Morley Button company. ' * PACKARD WAS empowered to represent the Chamber in all agencies that are working to attract a steel mill to Portsmouth. The board also empowered the parking committee to continue working with the city cou'ncil parking committee in an effort to sesure off-street parking for the city. * * �Seven Area Men Plan to Affend .S ,'3 Area Draft Boards This Week~·1 Supervisors' Parley (lose All draft boards, with the excep- Seven Portsmouth area men have registered for the fourth annual New Hampshire Industrial Supervisors' conference Sept. 10 and 11 at the University of New Hampshire. They are Adolf C. Anderson of 648 Lincoln avenue, quarterman to~l maker at the Portsmouth naval shipyard; C. Newton Andrew of l5 Love street, Kittery, general sa_lesman at the Colonial Beacon Oil company in Portsmouth; and Michael A. Ciampi of Hampton of the Esso Standard Oil company in Portsmouth. '> * * * EMPLOYES of the Morley company who will attend are Arnold s. Bartlett of ~liot, office manager; Henry A. Thmnes of 2 Ripley road Kittery, chemist and technical dir~ ector; John A. Taylor of Dover formerly of Portsmouth, assistant gene:al manager, and Curtis L. Frasier of Pine road, Rye, foreman. They are among more than 150 industrial supervisors in N e w Hampshire who have enrolled for ~he co°:ference sponsored by the mdustnal committee of the New Hampshire YMCA and the university's extension service. Robert T. Borth of the employe relations department of the General Electric company will speak on "Creating Worker Interest in Efficient Production." Other topics will include production costs, employe morale, effecfa of alcoholism on workers and plant production. tion of the headquarters in Concord, will close this week due to a 60% slash in appropriations, State Selective Service Director John H. Greenaway of Portsmouth announced today. Greenaway said in most communities where di•aft boards will close volunteer clerks will .handle registration of me,, between 18 and 26. All records formerly kept by county offices will be stored at , Concord, Greenaway explained. All but three of the 12 clerks now employed by Selective Service will be dismissed. Mrs. Leona Papoullas of Lafay, ette road, Salisbury, chief clerk at the Rockingham County draft board headquarters in Exeter since / last year will terminate her duties •with the board tomorrow. Rockingham County Superior Court Clerk Arthur Call, a member of the draft board, will take registrations in Exeter on a part-time basis in the future. Mrs. Eileen D. Foley, Portsmouth ' city clerk, wlll serve as regisbar here. Other Portsmouth area registrations will be handled by Tobey's drug store at Hampton, Corning Benton, treasurer of Phillips-Exe,ter academy and a volul\teer in Durham to be announced later. "The change won't affect our system of operation," Greenaway explained. "We now have a long list of available 1-A's and we are ready for any emergency," he added. Greenaway said 32,000 men are registered with the New Hampshire selective service organization. I Herald Wins 3 Awards In New England Contest 6~\\-- The Portsmouth Herald won three top honors-in three distinct classes-in competition with New England newspapers having a circulation of 50,000 or less, the New Enll'land Associated Press News Executives association reported from its conference at Newport, R. I. The first prize for merit and enterprise in a news story went to The · Herald for its graphic stories of police raids that smashed Portsmouth's horse-betting racket last July 23. Individual winners in the contest were Reporters Robert B. Morrison and Edward G. McGrath who conducted a two11; undercover investiended in the lightrackdown and subnvictions of three f whom was caUed in" of Portsmouth front page makeup. The award is based on general eye-appeal and readability of the page. First place winner in the typographical class for small cities was the Keene Sentinel. Third Place went to the Rutland, Vt., Herald, one-time winner of the National Ayer award, The Herald captured a third p ize for tbe makeup of its editorial page. The Herald finished third to the Daily Kennebec Journal of Augusta, J\1e., and the Berkshire Evening Eagle of Pittsfield, Mass., in this clasalficalion. The Waterville, Me., Morning Sentine! tied with The Herald for third place in the Judging of the att1·active display on editorial pages. Prof. Laurence B. Siegfried of the Syracuse university school of journalism, who served as judge in the typographical contest, cited the entries for their "general excellence." association's first typoal contest, The Herald awarded second prize e small city class for its Floyd Tayler, director of the ______________ A_meric~n P1:ess institute of Columbia_ . uruvers1ty, who judged the ,~ntmg competition, said he found unusually high standards" in the contest. "The general quality" he said, "was certainly good." ' Similar prizes were awarded to newspape~s classed as "big city," those havmg a circulation of more than 50,000. Herald Publisher J. D. Hartford and Managing Editor Richard Blalock represented The Herald / at the two-day Newport session. I I Portsmouth Unit Of Guard Made Field Artillery ~> JOYFUL ANTICIPATION Th meet their "foster are t ;, . irteen New York "Fresh Air" childr . for their annual vi~it ~ w1~ whom_ they will spend the next two ;:e:t1~:t Portsmouth railroad station to in conjunction with the Ne:v ampsh1re and Maine. The trip is sponsored· e youngsters arrived last night Newington and Eliot. Arthur 1;:;okw!e1;Id~Tribune. The children will visit h:~::~np;;.!~mout; Exchange club York Aug, 19. (Portsmouth Herald pho1:) xc~~ club representative,_ is at the left. The :ro:~•wil~r::=t~ : : : i: CONCORD, Sept. 1 (AP)-Dover and Portsmouth units of the 281st Coast Artillery grnup, national guard of New Hampshire, today w~re c~nverted to 155-mm Howitzer field artillery units . . Anno~ncement of the shift came f10m Brig, Gen. Charles F. Bowen Effected are two Dover and on~ Portsmouth battalions and groups to be organized at Somersworth Exeter and Rochester. ' Headquarters of the various batteries ari> nn•~"~~---~ ' I �Halloween Calm, 2,500 Costumed Youngsters Route Hobgoblins From Community Center Damage Slight., In Portsmouth The entire business district was a window washer's paradise today as Portsmouth youngster put their wax and soap away for another Halloween. As a whole, Halloween damage was confined to window waxing, tire deflating and a few broken windows. The general peace and calm was due, perhaps, to several large parties which kept the children off the streets most of the night. But, as usual. police recei ed a variety of complaints. Here are a few: * * • PRANKSTERS sent sLx taxicabs to the home of Mrs. Michael Crowley of 1374 Islington street-and each taxi driver delivered a quart of ice cream. There were three false alarms. One at the municipal dump early yesterday afternoon and two shortly before midnight at the corner of Middle and State streets and the Chase Home for Children. A Madison street woman answered her door bell and found a clothes dummy filled with leaves. A l\Iiddle street store owner dis covered his newsp aper display rack stolen. A resident of the Burkitt street area found his aut omobile had been rolled down a banking and the steering wheel damaged. BUCKET OF FUN-Four second grade pupils bob for apples at Moose-sponsored Halloween costume parly at Community Center last night Left to rirht are Daniel E. Dennan of 115 Deer street, Ursula Dunton of 98 Porpoise way, Nancy Dulap of 251 Concord way and Janice Nelson of Freeman'• point. (Porta· mouth Herald photo) Fun-loving goblins didn't have a ghost of a chance to haunt the Portsmouth Community Center last night, such was the lack of space as nearly 2,500 costumed youngsters celebrated Halloween at a Moose-sponsored party. * * * DANIELS STREET, from the Community Center to Penhallow street, presented a traffic problem at 6:45 pm as children crowded the area in anticipation of the apple-bobbing, doughnut. eating contests, and other entertainment that was to get under way at 7:30 pm. Feature of the gala party was the awarding of prizes to two boys and two girls of each grade, one through nine, on the basis of the most original and most humorous costumes. Because of crowded conditions and limited time, officials were unable to compile a complete list of winners. However, the following youngsters were among the 36 named in the- contest: Virginia O'Brien, Jackie Abbott, Patsy Herman, Eleanor Cullen, Shirley Clark, Eileen O'Sullivan, Constance Reardon, Betty Barlow, Nancy Sawagean aand Paul Laline. Also Donald French, Pau1 Armitage, Vivian Roberts and Ann Wade. The difficult task of judg- Halloween streamers, cut-outs ing the 2,500 costumes was und~r- and balloons decorated the auditaken by Mayor Cecil M. Neal, City torium. The balloons, however, Mar bal William J. Linchey, Coun- were soon "popped" by the youthcilman Mary C. Dondero and Al· ful celebrators. fred Gallant, Moose official. Supervising the "Y" party were Other entertainment activities Miss Joan Lynch, Miss Carolyn included community singing, grab Peterson, Miss June Nickerson , d a performance by young Carl Lien, Leon Cook, Mr. and bag, an C' d r and doughnuts were Mrs. Franklin J. Engelhardt and dancers. 1 e Mr. and Mrs. H. Belmont Gould. served. I A spokesman for the Portsmouth Lodge of Moose announced today that in view of the large response to last night's party, which I to be an annual affair, arrangements would be made next year to entertain fewer children at a time, pos- * * * A WEATH ER VA, 'E was left on the doorstep of a Richards a\·e1 nue home. Several mall boxes ,1 ere torn down on , oodbury avenue by-of all people-girls. A stop sign and three street directional signs were ripped off. Cows were roaming around the Rockingham avenue area. I sibly by having both an afternoon and night celebration. * * * I JOH' E. GUNTHER, c1v1c af• fairs committee chairman, headed an arrangement committee composed of James Buckley, James Lamont, Maurice Sheehan and Mr. Gallant. Recreation Director Francis T. Malloy also cooperated with the committee and Portsmouth police and Civil Air Patrol members assisted at the party. Four buses returned the youngsters to various points In Portsmouth and Kittery after the celebration. At the same lime, more than 250 high school boys and girls celebrated Halloween with enter· tainment and dancing at the YMCA building. Highlight of the stage show was the banjo playing and impersonations of Joe Lorraine, versatile trouper w h o h a s entertained throughout the world. l . General to Visit7 Reserve Unit Hfre And that old trick of pushing over ash barrels was as popular as ever. But police found at least one cloud with a silver lining. Mrs. Sarah Lamb of 40 Parker s reel surprised authorities today by re- j porting her windows were not I waxed although · they are low enough for children to reach. The 3rd battalion of the 304th Exeter a~so had_ a quiet Hal. t O ganized Re· I loween. Children m that town alInfantry regi1;1en 'h drul d for an tended a two-hour free movie in serve corps, 1s sc e e th inspection tomorrow in Ports• . e town ha!l, arra_nged by Benmouth by its commanding general. Jamin F'. Swiezynsk1, Jr. Brig. Gen. Herbert Vreeland of Hartford, Conn., one of the nation's highest ranking reserve officers and head of the 76th Infantry division, is to arrive at 11 am. He will be met by the 3rd battalion's. commanding officer, Lt. Col. Chester P. Hartford, Inf.-Res. and Capt. Francis S. Demir, unit instructor for the local ORC. JJ-/ 0 �IL// Army Enlists 14 Her0 in October, 1 Poi ,smouth enlistees in the armed forces totaled 14 for the month of Octobet·, M/ Sgt. Daniel H. Peaslee, recruiting station commander, announced today. The woman's army corps enrolled two, the air force, four and the army, eight. Miss Anne Gilli of 263 Rockland street, a Portsmouth high school graduate and Miss Beatrice Jordan, ~9, of Linwood lodge, Dover pomt, a Dover high school graduate, joined the WAC's. •· * * SITTING PRETTY-Jacqueline Howard, winner of the grade school essay contest, chats with Santa Claus, right, before turning on the Christmas lighting in Market square yesterday. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Arrival of Santa Delights 6,000 * * * . * * * * * * ~,~C( Fairyland Characters, Floats Precede Turning On of Lights A well mitlened and coated throng of 6,000 parents and shoulder-riding children jammed Congress street and Market square yesterday to watch the annual Chamber of Commerce Christmas parade. Overflowing into the street and pressing around the floats, high school band and fairyland characters, the crowd almost buried the colorful parade. Jac~ueline Howard, 11-year-old Grade 6 pupil at the Wentworth Acres school, climaxed the show when she climbed onto the float bearing Santa Claus, his six helpers and a calliope, and turned on the Christmas lights. followed by a float bearing Santa- parade was closely pursued ··y a son riding in a sleigh mounted in sl .... uting crowd of children. front of an igloo. Starting promptly at 4:45 o'clock from the high school, the parade * * * THE SEVEN DWARF came made its way to Market square right behind on the second flo ::t, where the lights were tlll·ned on then Mickey Mouse's house. from Santa's float at the corner The last float bore Santa, his of Daniel street. Less than a half helpers and the shrill calllope. In- hour later, the parr. .'.3 had returned terspersed throughout the parade to the high school and the throng were more fairyland characters was beginning to move oif the with their grotesque masks. The streets. 'l'HREE Portsmouth veterans reenlisted in the air force. They are S~t. Herbert 0. Foss, 20, of 62 ~ inter street, Pfc. Gerald E Mooney, 21 , of 129 Vaughan street and Pfc. Henry J. Tagle, 21, of 84 !II~Donough street. Philip M. Timnuns, l9, of 4 Cedar street, Dover, a_ Dove_r high school graduate, enlisted m the air force. The army gained two veterans T/ Sgt. Charles N. Coffin 36 of Newfields and Sgt. Hany E. King 22, of 50 Cocheco street. ' * * * PO~TS .t OU!H men enlisting' for the first hme m the army include George T. Beny, 18, of 127 Bartlett street, Carlton H. Wood, 18 of 72 8 Lafayette road and Robert P. Kecy, 18, of 424 Colonial drive. Berry and Kecy graduated from Portsmouth high school. Others joining the army were RomeQ G. Chagnon, 18, of 3 Norton Stl'eet, South Berwick, Richard J. Roy, 18, of 18 Union street Dover a Dover high school gradu'ate and John E. Shepard, 17, of 23 Silver street, Dover. * • • JACQUELINE, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Howard of 8 Circuit road, chatted with Santa and called a cheerful "Meny Christmas" to the crowd before turning on the lights. She won the honor by winning an essay contest with an original Christmas story entitled, "Vixen's Sub." Heading the parade was a police cruiser which, with the help of an undermanned force of patrolmen on the street, cut a path through the crowd for a group of cavorting fairyland characters. Then came the high school band, I INSP.ECTION-Capt, Francis S. Demir of Portsmouth, left, shows Brig. Gen. Herbert H. Vreeland, comma?ding general, 76th Infantry reserve division, the "strength report" on the bulletin board in the pos!offi~e .h.eadquarters of the Portsmouth branch, Organized Reserve corps, while Col. Robert R. Reed semor div~ion instructor, and Lt. Col. Chester P. Hartford of Portsmouth, right, commanding officer of th~ 3rd battah~n, 304t.h Infantry, look on. General Vreeland paid a brief visit to Portsmouth yesterday and concluded his mspect1on tour with a luncheon at Fort Constitution. (Portsmouth Herald photo) I ��This book is a preservation photocopy. It is made in compliance with copyright law and produced on ncld-f.ree archival 60# book weight paper which meets the requirements of ANSI/NISO Z39.48-l992 (permanence of paper) Preservation photocopying and binding by Acme Bookblndln& Charlestown. Maaachuetts w 1999 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbooks Subject The topic of the resource Portsmouth (N.H.) Scrapbooks World War II World War I Description An account of the resource Between 1918 and 1949 staff members of the Portsmouth Public Library clipped articles from The Portsmouth Herald and other newspapers and glued them into 42 scrapbooks. The articles they selected for these scrapbooks covered such world changing events as WWI and WWII, as well as local concerns, such as news of an upcoming garden tour, a new movie by Louis DeRochemont, layoffs at the Navy Yard, or the election of the first city manager in Portsmouth. In short, these scrapbooks provide us with a fascinating (if somewhat subjective) view of life in Portsmouth — and the world beyond — before 1950. <br /><br />To make the scrapbooks easier to use, a <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/items/show/4252" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">master index</a> was compiled in 1997, utilizing each separate scrapbook index. The subject entry listed refers you to a scrapbook by volume number and year. You must consult the index included in each separate scrapbook to locate the page number for a particular article. Because subject headings varied somewhat, from scrapbook to scrapbook, there has been some attempt to standardize the subject terms used. In addition, "see" and "see also" entries have been added to the master index.<br /><br />Due to the heavy use this collection has received over the years, and to the fragile nature of newspapers, the scrapbooks have shown signs of deterioration. Fortunately, grants received from The Thaxter Foundation in 1998-1999 permitted the library to have preservation photocopies made of this valuable collection. -Sarah Hartwell, Special Collections Librarian, February 1999<br /><br />To view a complete scrapbook, click the PDF name below the image. Click on the book's image on the next page. The scrapbooks in this collection are fully searchable. Once the PDF is open, click Control+F (or Command+F on a Mac) to open the search feature. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Portsmouth Public Library Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1918-1920, 1932-1949 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="http://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbook 1949 V.41 Subject The topic of the resource Scrapbooks Portsmouth (N.H.) World War II Description An account of the resource A scrapbook of news articles from the Portsmouth Herald and other papers, 1949. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Portsmouth Public Library (N.H.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1949 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context i15475736 https://portsmouthexhibits.org/files/original/9858e43f66f1d2a6a142a23b7344c947.PDF 628d604cd3a24287e5a07ecfe5dc9421 PDF Text Text �PORTSMOUTH SCRAPBOOK 1949 V.40 I ADMIRALTY VILLAGE AIR FORCE ADVISORY BOARD AIRPORT ARMY ADVISORY BOARD ATHENAEUM AVIATION 74, 118-119 75 BANKS-N.H. NATIONAL BANKS-PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BOSTON & MAINE RAILROAD STATION BUDGET, CITY BUDGET, STATE BUSINESS CENSUS 58-61 , 66, 110-112 55 68, 114 15-21 , 23 130 111 CARPENTERS' STRIKE CENTENNIAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CITY DUMP-HEAL TH MENACE CITY MANAGER 62 40, 46,47 46-47, 62 45 13, 18-20, 22, 27, 31 , 32 , 67 , 124, 125, 133, 134 3-4, 5, 7, 12 132 125, 132 CITY SOLICITOR COAST ARTILLERY COASTAL WARDEN BILL COMFORT STATION COMMUNITY CHEST COUNTRY CLUB COUNTY BUDGET COUNTY COMMISSION COUNTY GOVERNMENT COURTHOUSE 3 75 47 76, 115 33 DALE , CHARLES M. 49 48 124, 125 123 124 5-11, 22, 34 , 35, 37,44, 122, 131 120 EASTER SEAL FUND ELECTRICITY RATES 48 114 FAMILY WELFARE ASSN . FIRE FIRM 48 63, 112 GAMBLING GARDNER INSURANCE AGENCY GAS RATE GOLDEN GLOVES FUNDS GYPSUM CO. 75, 123 67 113 51 115 HEALTH CENTER HEART FUND HOUSES-PEIRCE HOUSE HOUSES-TREADWELL HOUSE 132 49, 50 79 78 , 115 �INTERSTATE BRIDGE ISLES OF SHOALS JAIL, COUNTY LOBSTER BOATS RACE LOST BOUNDARIES MCINTIRE, JOHN R. MAINE TURNPIKE MEMORIAL BRIDGE 61 116-117 120 115 69-71, 104-109 77 55, 56 122 NEW HAMPSHIRE NATIONAL BANK see: Banks PARENTS' MUSIC CLUB PARKING PARKING METERS PEIRCE HOUSE POLICE COMMISSION PORT AUTHORITY PORTSMOUTH HARBOR PORTSMOUTH HERALD PORTSMOUTH HOSPITAL PRESCOTT ESTATE PRESCOTT PARK PRICES , FOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY 53 RADIO STATION-W.H.E.B. RED CROSS REHABILITATION CENTER REINHART, ARTHUR J. RELIEF , COUNTY RENT CONTROLS , CITY RETREAT GUILD ROCKINGHAM HOTEL SALVATION ARMY SCHOOLS SEA AND SHORE FISHERIES SELECTIVE SERVICE SPANISH WAR MEMORIAL STEEL PLANT STREET REPAIR PROJECT SULLIVAN BRIDGE TAX RATE TAXES , CITY TAXES. COUNTY TAXES . STATE TAXIES TEACHERS SALARIES TOLL ROAD TREADWELL HOUSE 8 57 79 45 76-77 , 123, 124, 127 67 , 113,114, 122 67, 75 45, 50 12 12, 116 63 12 63 51 , 52 50 see: City Solicitor 64 , 111 , 121,124, 126 33 48 77 52 80-102 132 76 53 57 , 121 43 122 112-113 10, 15, 16, 17, 39 , 41, 56 129, 131 121, 125-129, 133 10, 11 , 14, 24 , 25 , 36, 38 , 39 82-97 127, 131 78, 115 �TRUCK DRIVERS' STRIKE 63 UNEMPLOYMENT UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE 57, 62,63 , 125,126 120 V.F.W. VITAL STATISTICS 52 44 W .C.T.U . WALLIS SANDS WALTON , W .C. WENTWORTH ACRES WOMAN'S CITY CLUB WOODBURY AVE . Y.M.C.A. ZONING 52 132 62 73 53 13, 41 , 42,44, 135, 136 54, 55,115 26 , 35,44 �-~ - -- - - party or any candidate for public office or take any part in the management, affairs, or political campaign of any political party. . ." Council to Study Airport Grant~~·\, The government's stand on assistance in developing the Portsmouth airport wlll be discussed tonl~ht at the regular monthly meeting of the city council ln city hall. The matter pertains .to a federal offer of about $40,000 for use by the city, but . Mr. Peterson indicated that the government now has with-, drawn the potential subsidy. Although he has conducted the negotiations in the matter, the city manager was unable to explain the new development and said the Information could be procured from City Clerk Eileen D. Foley, • • • however, denied knowledge of the matter and refer1 ed queries to Mr. Peterson's secretary. The latter, in turn, said the city manager had the information. At last report, Mr. Peterson was having lunch with the Rotary club and was unavailable for further comment. Other matters on the agenda were classed as routine. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 pm. MRS. FOLEY, I Reinhart Status Under Fire in 'Jaxpayer'sSuit' ) U/1) \ \ The appontment of State sen. Arthur J. Reinhart as city solicitor was challenged today in a "taxpayer's suit" brought against the city by Clifford A. Bartlett of 492 Union street. The action, flied in Superior court at Exeter this morning, is a petition for injunction which seeks to restrain the city from paying Senator Reinhart his salary as city solicitor. Mr. Bartlett contends tba.t Mr. Reinhart's political status in the state Senate causes conflict with Section 52 of the city charter-the "no pol!tics" ban on city employes. • • • A HEARING on the petition was set for Monday afternoon at 1 :30 o'clock in the county records building at Exeter. Deputy Sheriff William J. Llnchey, himself a member of the city council, served notices of the act.ton today on Mayor Cecil M. Neal, Councilman Roland I. Noyes, City Manager Edward C. Peterson and City Clerk Eileen D. ;t'oley. Mr. Bartlett's suit is based on the ground t,hat the appointment of the new city solicitor was unlawful because of his part in "the management and affairs of a political party" as majority leader of the Senate. This part of the petition referred to Section 52, which reads: "No person holding a position, other than councilman, or call fireman, In the service of the city. . . st,flll make any contribution to the ca -npaign funds of any political Reinhart Appointed · New' C1·t yj'q&s. o 1·1c1tor • • • SENATOR REINHART was sworn in as city solicitor Jan. 6, after he had formally taken over as Senate majority leader. The propriety of his appointment has been under question since its announcement by City M1Wager Peterson Councilman Mary C. Dondero raised the issue at last week's coun- The appointment of State Sen. Arthur J. Reinhart as successor to City Solicitor Samuel Levy was announced today by City Manager Edward c. Peterson. Senator Reinhart was appointed this morning and immediately sworn mto office by City Clerk Eileen D. Foley. • The new city solicitor will receive an annual salary o! $1,800 - the same amount for whlch Attorney Levy refused to continue his duties. cil meeting but finally bowed to an Meanwhile the surprise appointinterpretation of the charter from ment is shrouded by a shadow o! Atty. Gen. Ernest R. D'Amours, who legal doubt on the grounds that it held that Section 52 was concerned appears to be an "indirect" violawith those who seek political office tion of the city charter. after having been in the city's employ, not before. Section 52 of the act to amend the Mr. Bartlett was represented in city charter provides in part that: his action today by Atty. Thomas J . "No person holding a position, Morris. - , other than councilman or call flireman, ln the service 'or the city, 1 1 ~hall continue in such position after becoming a candidate for nomination or election to any public office 1 . . . whoever violates any provision or this section shall be punished by a fine of not more than fifty dollars and upon final conviction 1 thereof his office or position in the City charter p11ovisions prohibitservice of the city shall be vacated ing political office holding by munl- l and he shall never again be eligible cipal employes "looks a bit like a ARTHUR J. REINHART for any office or position, elective smn.ll Hatch act," according to State or otherwise, in the service of the Atty. Gen. Ernest D'Amours. i ton and was educated at the Boston city." This observation was made in a [ university Jaw school. • • • letter to City Manager Edward C. He served in the State House Peterson in whlch the attorney gen- ,, I S.E NATOR REINHART is serving of Representatives in 1939 and in his ~econd term in the State Senat e. eral Interpreted section 52 of the the State Senate in 1941. He was His appointment as city solicitor act to amend Portsmouth's city elected again last November. car.e on the heels o! his election charter. His interpretation was made yesterday as Senate majority leadin t he appointment by Mr. Pet erAttorney Reinhart is a Mason, a er. son of State Sen. Arthill' J . Reinmember of the Portsmouth Lodge City Manager Peterson defended har t as city solicitor·. of Elks, the Lions club, the Odd , the legality o! the appointment (The Hatch act to which Mr. D'Fellows, Knights o! Pythias, the witn the comment that "Reinhart's Amours referred ls a federal ban N;w Hampshire and Massachusetts cas" Is a direct reversal of the on participation in politics by U. S. Bar associations, the Federal Zioncharter's ruling." government workers.) ist Organization o! America ancf "It would be different if Reinhart I Peterson requested the interpreB'nai Brlth. was holding the city solicitor's job·betation .before appointing Senator fori> he sought the State Senate Reinhart to the municipal position. po.st. Then It would have been lJlegal The statue provides that "no person for hlm to hold both Jobs," Mr. holding a position, other than counPeterson maintained. cilman, or call fireman, in the serSenator Reinhart, who left for vice of the city, shall continue In Concord shortly after he was sworn such position after becoming a canlnto office could not be reached for didate for nomination or election co:nment to any public office ..." Attorney Levy, who had held the • • • city solicitor's position since June 17, "THE STATUTE," according to 1947, resigned last Dec. 10 after the the attorney general, "seems to be city council refused to increase his aimed at the situation where a persalary. son holding a municipal office con• • • tinues in hls position after becoming IN ms LETTER of resignation, a candidate for nomination or eleci Attorney Levy said, "I feel that I tion to any public office." can not afford to give the great amount of time required to properly He wrote also: carry out the duties of city solicitor "The evil intended to be eliminatat the present salary." ed Is no longer present after tbe person has won the election. The His resignation became effective as soon as Senator Reinhart was sworn purpose of the statue is to prevent into office. Attorney Levy prosecuted munlclpal officeholders from elechis last case for the state today in tioneering while holding office." municipal court. He reported that Attorney General D'Armours said his resignation will enable Wm to dethat in Ws opinion the statue is ''not vote more time to his private Jaw appllcable" to the Reinhart case. practice. Attorney Reinhart ls a Republican and resides at 35 Middle road. He was born June 21, 1898, in Bos- , l I Small Hatch Act, Writes DAmo'urs In Reinhart Ruling j (Please tum to page three) ~~-- - �- l\ Appoint /Dondero Hits ment In Running Battle With Ci'ty Council ~I)~ Councilman Mary C. Dondero took advantage of the city council's first 1949 meeting last night to air her opinions of the conduct of city government generally and her fellow councilmen in particular. The peppery councilman cast a suspicious eye on a large part of the business at hand, introduced some "points" of her own and rounded off her sharpshooting with a. cha.Henge to Mayor Cecil M. Neal to a public debate of the city charter. High point in the former mayor's sustained fire on city affairs came when she ques- disposed of by the city manager. She demanded a roll call vote on that "ghost" of many of her struggles with the old board of street commissioners and when her name was called, voted ''No." The recommendation was adopted by a '1 to 1 vote, _with Councilman Thomas H. Simes, who once said be did not "care for the odor surrounding this Councilman Donoero then reported that she has introduced a oill thanked God that on Dec. 31 he Into the General Court which would would be out of office. abolish the $500 limit now placed c,n "When I think of how little peocity spending for ski,.ting rinks. pie have helped us and ~he little During the discussion of City So- support we've been ~iven, I'm glad l!citor Relnha.rt's appointment, Mr. ' it will end," he c~ncluded. Peterson read the opinion of Atty. C,uncllman Linchey took a difGen. Ernest D'Amours holding the fer nt vein: particular asphalt plant," refus• appointment legal. . I "When 'm called a politician, ing to vote on the matter. · • • • I'r.-i com1Jllmented. The word means Mrs. Dondero got off to critiTHE READING of the opinion a statesman. I appreciate the comcal start with the first Item of !ollqwed Mrs. Dondero's statement p l i m e n t . " j' business to come before the that she would not question the a.pWhen no more of her fellow council-the Installation of a street pointment if the attorney general councilmen rose to speak their had ruled in its favor. pieces, the tireless Mrs. Dondero tioned the legality of the ap- 1 light at Lafayette and McKinley While the manager went to his took up the matter of the North roads and a second light 500 feet pointment of Sta.te Sen. Arthur from Lafayette road on McKinley office for the attorney general's Mill ponrl bridge repairs. J. Reinhart to the city solicitor"I'm on that committee. It has 1 letter, Mayor Neal remarked that he road. ship, recently vacated by Atty. had told Mrs. Dondero that she did newr met and I want to know why. After her arguments, the council not understand the new city char- All t,he time I read in the paper Samuel Levy. voted to install the lights if the city ter. She asked, "Has Mr. Reinwh?t somP official says should be manager and city solicitor found it hart the right to act as both Mrs. Dondero fired back, "I'll de- done with the bridge money, but it I legal to do so. a state senator and as city bate the charter with you any time, never comes before the council." Councilman Dondero said she did mayor, and publicly." • • • solicitor?" not object to the ligh~ being 1 Her challenge was igncred by MAYOR NEAL said that Mrs. Then answering her own put in but added that she did not Mayor Neal and then Councilman Dondero should take up ,t he matter question, "I don't think he has." bel!eve the streets had been accepted •Simes questioned the right of a , 'witn the chairman of the bridge City Manager Edward C. by the city. councilman to sit boPh on the city committee Peterson's reply seemed almost "I'm taking it up with the chairan echo of a statement made She urged the creation of an ordi- council and in the General Court. Mrs. Dondero hurriedly assured · man of the city council," .she nance making the requirements for by Mrs. Dondero when'. . as · street acceptance by the city less Mr. Simes that she had checked snapped. mayor she discussed an op1mon with the attorney general and addThe mayor a.gain said, "Take it stringent. given 'by then City Solicitor • • • ed, "Don't worry, if it wasn't legal, up with the committee chairman." Charles J. Griffin: Relentlessly, Mrs. Dondero went - - - - - 1 COUNCILI\-IAN SIMES said he somebody would have used it as a "That"5 one person's opinion." questioned the legality of installing way to eliminate me long before on to a new topic: "We haven't heard anything from But Mr. Peterson backed up street lights on privately-owned pro- this." Mr. Peterson read the attorney the city manager on the water his stand on the appointment nd perty a Councilman John J. Leary general's opinion which he said was waste reported a long time ago. with a. letter from the st.ale nd asked the manager if he inte ed to J expressed in a letter dated Jan. 3. What's happened on that?" attorney general who ruled nd st recomme reet lights on private Before the matter of the city soMr. Peterson: ''I wasn't aware favorably on the appointment. property. licltorship was dropped, Mrs. Donthat any report was required. I said Mrs. Dondero carried her runMr. Peterson said if that matter · ti ti dero remarked, "I hope that this at that time that I was inves ga ng ning battle with the council th rd came up for, queSt1on, one- i of brings to the attention of the people but nothing was said about a reand the manager, into criticism the street lights in th e city "proba- that the majority of the city council port." of the manner in which printbly would ha.ve,to come out." t · k lsfOlitical and thinks only in a poM:-s. Dondero: "Don't you hm ing is put out to bid and the The manager said that Elwyn park/ lit1cal way." that's Implied when you make an procedure f.or purchasing furis under city police and fire protecCouncilman Lester R. Whitaker investigation?" niture for the comfort station. tlon and that • he "a~sumed" the , immediately demanded, "What exThen giving him no chance, to "I didn't see any bids adverstreets are plowed in case of fire. · actly do you mean by the word, poanswer she ead a resolution passed tised in the local newsp:r;,cr. Later the council ·rejected a $500 litical ?." by the '1947 c"ouncil authorizing $42,Were they put out?" she de• bld. for purchase of the Greenland However, his question went begooo to be spent from the 1946 bond manded. road skating rink from Clinton ging for an answer as Mrs. Dondero issue for sidewalks on Maplewood Mr. Peterson said they were Dahlberg and also rejected the oe- launched a tirade that "you can't forand Woodbury avenues. tition of the Sherburne Civic asso- get your parties and you go right on "Those a.re the places we should not. Be added that he obtained elation to lease the property. being political even when this new take care of," she said, "and not let "quotations" on printing and on Da:hlberg said he wanted ~e pro- charter says everything must be city officials tell us where to spend furniture from various estabpe~ty to operate a commercia\ skat- non-political." the money." lishments. ing rink. " ,. • Not even the former mayor's fav''Did you do it by phone?" asked 'Ilhe Sherburne Civic associ~tion HER ATTACK stirred Councilorlte pol!tical target-Ira A. Brown Mrs. Dondero. through Its president, George F. man Paterson Into saying, "I've just -escaped attention. "Yes," replied the manager. Browning, offered to resurface the one purpose in serving on the coullThe council approved a March of "Well, I don't think much of rink-from which the clay base has ell and that is to serve the City of Dimes tag day as requested by Mr. rd telephoning as a way of getting "disappeared"-and, In er to I Portsmouth. My conscience is Brown but not before Mrs. Dondero prevent its sale by the city, asked clear." managed to ask: bids, do you?" she queried. "I do," said Mr. Peterson firmto lease it at a $1 a year. "You're still political," charged "Is he really chairman, or just · Councilman William J. Li. nchey M D d ly. rs. on ero. "You're one of those self-appointed?" Mrs. Dondero's ire was arousmoved that the council refuse to I mean." An indignant Mr. Brown displayed ed again when Councilman sell the property or lease it to anyCouncilman Richman S. Margeson his letter of appointment today in a Frank E. Paterson, chairman of one. declared that his fl m had never downtown restaurant and said, the lands and buildings commitJohn Ja-cobsmeyer, a member of sold the city any furniture and that "Read it, it's from the county chairthe Sherburne Civic association, it is his purpose to serve the city, man." tee, recommended that the city's Interest in the ·asphalt plant be said, "All we really want is to he Mrs. Dondero observed, "I didn't In one of its few amiable moods, assured that the property will not be th! b t say any ng a ou your firm. In the council accepted and flied a letsold after we fix it up. Mr. Linchey's f t I b 1· th i act ,to bid e 1eve hat f things are put ter from the Department of Commotion takes ca.re of that." ou , you av~ as much right merce withdrawing an allotment of to bid as anyone else." $40,060 for airport improvement. Then Councilman Simes rose to • • • answer her attack. He said he 0 I I I - ---~----1 ° I I �ORA A. YOUNG, regional director for the Civil Aeronautics authority, said that in as much as the city had not matched the money put ·Up by the federal government, the allotment had to be taken away but "without prejudice" to the city in case of later action. The council passed on first read'l ~ ,.,.... ing an ordinance forbidding parking State Sen. Arthur J. Reilllhart in Porter street from Middle to was formaijy named majority leader Chestnut street. A public hearing of the New Hampshire Senate toon the ordinance is to be held on day - the Job which has made his Jan. 18. previous appointment as city sollclThe council also authorized the tor in Portsmouth the basis of a borrowing of $500,000 as ,a tempo"taxpayer's suit." rary loan to operate the city until But the time element involved in tax money is available. A petition from the Frank D. his assumption of the Republlcan leadership of the Senate cast a Butler agency to have Brackett confusing light on part of the petiroad accepted as city street was tion filed yesterday in superior tabled when the city manager said court by Clifford A. Bartlett of 492 the street should be stripped of 12 inches of surface to bring it up to Union sbreet, who described City Solicitor Reinhart as holding the city requirements and that the majority leadership at an earller applicants should file a plan and date. profile. Bartlett's conterttlons were apIn other business the council votpa.r ently based on published reports ea to: Refer to the city manager - with from Concord that Reinhart already i power - sign requests from George had been designated as majority A. Patten of Islington street and leader of the Senate. Hr. was known Andrew Bosen of 90 Vaughan street. to have been in line for the job Approve a request from Th e Ports- since before the opening of the mouth Herald to stage a boxing show state Legislature. on Jan. 22. The suit challenging the validity Reject a $200 bid for four pool of Senator Relnhart's appointmen t tables now located at the Com- as city solicitor is an injunction acmunity center. tion brought by Bartlett against Approve an applicat.lon for a the city. i;treet light on Spring street. I It contends that his position of Refer to the city manager for I Senate mijorlty leader means that he takes part in the "managP.ment report a petition from John R. Goiand atfairs of a polltical party,'' ter to have McKinley road and Coolcontrary to Section 52 of the amended city charter. idge drive accepted as city streets. The injunction move seeks to res1 Authorize the mayor to sign a quitclaim deed for water mains on train the city from paying Reinhart Woodbury avenue. his salary as city solicitor on the Refer a $479 claim for damages ground that his appointment was brought by Paul Gobbi of the Vau- unlaWful. ghan Street garage to the city mantiger and city solicitor for investigation and report. Refer to the city solicitor for report a $356 claim brought against the city by Mrs. Evelyn Carbone of 97 Chestnut street. Approve a report from the claims committee recommending that a ~60 claim from Carl Geraci of High street be paid. Pass on a second reading an ordinance prohibiting parking on, the westerly side of Pearl street be-1 tween Hanover and Islington streets. 'Taxpayer' Beats Senate to Punch On Reinhart Post I 5 Measure Asks Courthouse Closing Here Move May Lead· To r'inoss1·b1e Deal for City Hall ') (.vi\\' :'-~st apparent opposlt on o cam- man'& legislation was registered by County Commissioner Irving W . M0rston of North Hampton who said, "Although I haven't read the Scamman blll, I've never been in favor of closing the courthouse." • • • that the county receives "a substantial amount" In rents from occupants Long fomented agitation for closof . the courthouse. ing the Riocklngham County courtBut the rental income, by Marshouse in Portsmouth echoed in the ton's own admission, runs to only halls of the Stat.e Legislature ::1; about ;360 yearly, or $30 monthly. The commissioner said that the Concord today after Rep. w. DougstaLe • probation department pays las Scamman, Stratham Republican, the county $200 annually for an introduced a bill calling for the offtce, the American Red Cross, $100, elimination o! the Portsmouth &esand the New Hampshire Seacoast slons of Superior court. Regional association, "about $60." Although not mentioned In the ''I don·t think the people of bill, Scamman admitted that his Portsmouth would want the buildproposal was intended to pave the ing closed," he concluded. way for disposal of the building, City Manager Peterson backed the whloh has been considered for pospossibility of the city's acquiring the sible purchase by Portsmouth a..s a courthouse for municipal headquarnew city hall site. 1 ters with the comment: Only today City Manager Edward "It would be a perfect spot for a C. Peterson reiterated his feell'lg city hall 1f the county would lease it that the structure would be "a per- to us for a nominal fee or even give fee .spot" for a city hall. it to us outright." Scamman said bis blll was referEmphasizing that the city "definred to the legislature's Judiciary itely needs" a new city hall, the committee for study and recommen- city manager also suggested that dations after two readings yesterday Portsmouth attempt to acquire the afternoon in the House of Repre- now vacant Penhallow street county senta tlve.s. jail as possible quarters for the lo• • • cal police department. BRANDI ra th e Portsmouth "If we could have acquired those courthouse as "unnecessary and a two buildings beforehand, we could financial burden on the county," have really done something with Scamman said it would be "both the money that was spent on the practical snd economical" 1f th& comfort station," he said. April term at Superior court was transferred from Portsmouth to Exeter. The Stratham legislator said his proposal would prove advantageous because Exeter, as the county seat, ls "more accessible geographically" than Portsmouth. He said that a t state law: which established the court sessions here, must be revised before the courthouse can be closed. Optimistic that his legislation would be adopted, Bcamman said there 1s "considerable" f-avorable !entiment among the Rockingham county leg:lslative delegation that the building be closed tor economy. Scamman said $4,300 was appropriated in 1948 to maintain the building, and be added, "We could sa"e at least that amount 1f my bill is adopted." He suggested lt!at the county commissioners and three other agencies which maintain offices in the building find quartera "elseWhP.re m Portsmouth" it the courthouse is closed. MARSTON MAINTAINED I �Portsmouth Delegates May Trip Measure to Close Courthouse ~ The proposed clos]~ coun-* ty courthouse here-and its possible acquLsiticm by the city as a new city hall-appeared headed today to¥ard a stumbling block within Portsmo11th's own legislative delega•ton. A cruss-sectlon survey o! opinion among Rockingham county legislators snowed only one out of 17 actuallv opposed to the blll, lntrodu<.ed in the General Court this week by Rep. W. Douglas Scamman of Stratham. But there was an almost unanimous stand of ominous neutrality on the part of the Portsmouth delegation. Nearly all of them claimed unfamlli11rlty with the Scamman measure, and little hopeful indlcatlon was seen that any o! them might deviate from their longabiding deference to the "convenience" of local lawyers in main- , taining the courthouse here. ! • • • TWELVE of the legislators ques- tioned, including eight from Portsmouth, were unwilling to commit themselves on the p roposal for one reason or another - mostly because they had not read the bill. However, there were five - all !rom other parts of the cpuntywho voiced ready approval. Their general attitude was based on economy Interests and the fact that the courthouse In Exeter is more centrally located and gives sufficient service to the county. The lone opposition came from Sen . Arthur J. Reinhart-a Portsmouth laWYer, Incidentally-who could well wield life or death power over the measure, since his position 3', Senate Republican majority leader equips him with unusual Influence in the determinat.!on of state legislation. Senator Relnhart's views were expressed on well-trodden ground: "Since Portsmouth pays one-third of the county's taxes, I think we should have a Superior court session here." But he promised to "consider both th the pros and cons" of e Scamman NEW CITY JIALL?-A proposal to abolish court sessions In this 58-year-old structure on State street has bill If it reaches the ,Senate for! been introduced into the General Court, while some city officials are urging that it be taken over by Portsmouth action. • • • • as a. new city hall. (Portamouth Herald photo) REP. HARRY H. FOOTE of OTHER COl\'.IMENTS were as Rep. Ernest R. Underwood of Rep. John H. Yeaton of Ports- Portsmouth-I'm not prepared to :follows: Hampton-"I !avor the bill as a mouth-"I have not fully made up make a statement, although, perRep. James C. Rathbone of Exe- means of saving Rockingham county · my mind. Two years ago e. similar sonally, I can't see the need for two ter-"We nctii two courthow;es in taxpayers some money." proposition was discussed by the courthouses in Rockingham county. a small county like this one as much Rep. Maude B. Richards ,:,! Exe- delegatfon and I was firmly op- I want to see what the sentiment as a cat needs two tails. It's ter-"I am very much in favor of posed. But I want time to study this is here and i:t Portsmouth laWYers a simple matter of economy Sl'ld the Scamman bill. I believe that bill." oppose it as detrimental to their trying to keep our county tax rate th Rep. Sam Alessi of Portsmouth- practice I'd oppose it." th down, which is getting way out of e court should be held where e "I haven't read the bill so I'll reRep. Carlos F. Hobbs-"All I know rd proportion." reco s are kept." main neutral." about the bill is what I've heard Rep. Margery w. Graves o! Rep. Dean B. Merrill of HampRep. IJse La.Belle or Portsmouth and I don't want to make a. stateBrentwood-"It Is absolutely ridlc- ton-"I would like a little time, -• I am not too acquainted with n;i.ent until I've studied it." 1 ulous to continue using two court- but favor any economical means . : , - - - - - . ~ Rep. John J. Leary-"I'd rather houses in Rockingham county. We of operating t.he • co~nty." { nythinis. but I am domg e. lot of dlg into the facts before making a must economize, and one of the best studying." statement. I study all of them and ways is to cut out the use of one of REP. MARY C. DONDERO o! Rep. Charles T. Durell o! ,Ports- there's a lot more to a bUl than Just the two courthouses, both of which Portsmouth-"! do not want to m 0 uth--"It's most Jlkely that the the name." are In bad repair. Exeter is the make a comment on the bill at Rockingham county delegation will 01,1i4 u.i.1rpcntnn ~ ~.,.,~~r., o! more logical one to keep, as all the this time. However, if it 1s passed give the bill a hearing before it 1s l\lUnO;J lUaJ-efp-e1 arM ~-en~ 'rcounty records are there and it !s I would like to see the city a.cqu!re brought to the floor for discussion. d £. •1,.t -t '1.-t 'J. more centrally located." the courthouse for a city/ hall." I'-11 give my opinion then." ·-.rn 1f;J .IOJ arq'Bg'BA'B apt l I j • • • ·a~nou~.TnO:) :lTJ'l ~TIJROJ~ �i--· ;·: Court Rejects Bicfl Costs \ Double OJ"\,\'\Court ' Scored by Scammon I R<,~-~~.~ Rei~.;art /I !~ ,. J Stratham's youthful representative In the state Leglslature-W. Douglas Scamman, Sr.,-ls a lawmaker with a definite purpose. Representative Scamman intends to do his u tmost in cutting county l'Xpenses and to that end this week introduced a bill to abolish Portsmouth's April term of Rocki ngham 1.,".lunty superior court and move it to Exeter. "It's not that I have anything against Portsmou th, I even graduat- 1 ed from high' school there in- 1933, but I can't see the sense of the county spending over $9,000 a year to maintain two courthouses as it did In 1947," he said. . The 34-year-old Mr. Scamman sRid his reasons for suggesting the r<'movnl or the court to Exeter n.re that the county records are kept there and Exeter's location ls more convenient for the rest of the county. I • • • "The sheriff, for example, boards all his prisoners in Manchester and yet when he brings them down for the April term he has to pass through Exeter to get to Portsmouth. That's just more wa sted money." According to Mr. Scamman, the county spent $6,327 to maintain the Portsmouth cburthouse In 1947, in comparison to the $2,82:l for maintn!ning_ the Exeter court lmllding. , HE ADDED , as state senator and c·t )' 't 1 y solCl or received the blessings of th e Superior court today, Chief Justice John R. Goodnow ruled In favor of the It when h t c Y e ound that Reinhart's a_ppolntment as city solicitorsince it came after his eleetl_on to the Senate--was no v10Iatlon of the city charter The judge also determined . t~at Senator Reinhart•s position as majority leader of the Senate ~id not mean that he was taking part in "the management or affairs of the Republican party," which the charter prohibits. , As a result, Judge Goodnow h~nd_ed down a decision for flat dismissal of the Injunction petition_ brought against the city by _Clifford A. Bartlett of 492 Umon street. Any legal doubt about Senator Reinhart's right to collect his $1,800 city salary-which Samuel Levy relinquished sevnal weelts ago becausP, It was . not enourh-was therefore re- l moved. f I The !'findings and decree" l1anded down by Judge Goodnow In the CMe follow: "This_ I• an action In which · the plamurr, as a taxpayer In Che Cl(y of Portsmouth, claims that the appointment of Arthur ~einhart as city solicitor on "Nor docs this take into considera tion thnt the commissioners were ordered by the court to buy 24 jurors chalrs-12 for each court at a total cost or $1,317," he said. "That's a perfect example of how everything has to be duplicated at higher cost to the taxpayers." Repre~cntatlve Scnmmnn said he hoped Portsmouth would take the local cour thouse for some use. "In fact, I've found that the law requires first doing away with the April term before disposing of the building." Jan. 6, 1949, was unlawful and that his continuing to act as city solicitor since his appoint. rnent Is contrary to provisions of law , ln this action the plaintiff seeKs to have this court restrain payment of compensalion to Arthur J. Reinhart as city solicitor ... ... "The first claim of the plaintiff ls that the appointment of Arthur J. R einh'art as city solicitor was unlawful by reason of the provision in Section 52 (of the city charter) that no person 'holding a position other than councilman or call fireman In the service of the city shall continue in such position after becoming a candidate for nomination or election _to any public office • • .' "In this case, Arthur J. Reinhart was clecte,1 to the State Sen:tte In Novcmbe , 1948, and was appointed city solicitor on Jan. 6, 1949. Since his appointment he has not become a. can~i<l?T, ~ for nomination or el(lctlon . to any public office; but had already bel'n elected to a public orrice before his appointment to this position In the service of the city. "(Section 52) does not prohibit ~uch an appointment and the claim Qf the plaintiff that the 0 HE EXPLAINED that if his bill passes, It ls his understanding that I the county delcgntion may supervise the sale or other disposal of the Stnte street courthouse by the county commissioners. Expressing the hope that the Portsmouth General Court delegation wlll support his bill, Mr. Scnmman snid he could not ser why a smull county, such as Rockingham, needed two courthouses. "I know there should be nn office In Portsmouth for I he county commlssioncrs and, whil e I don't know what office rents 11re down there. I honestly believe space can be rented without costing lhe county anywhere near what Is now spent on the Portsmouth building," he added . I to the cl "y, if his bill passed the Legislature. "First things, first," he s~ld. • • • The representative, who "fills in" l\lR, SCAl\1 IAN said the county his time between legislative sessions report slviwed an appraisal value by operating a 40-head dairy farm , of $65,000 on the Portsmouth cot.rt- , said he ha.!! also Introduced a bill house but ht> said he was unable to that will ~ermlt chairmen of the I comment on a possible~sair. price boards of selectmen in unrep7esented towns t-0 sit In on budget sessions of the co,mty delegation In an ad- · vlsory caoarlty. "Every to1Vn that pays a county I tax shoul:l have an lnteres~ !n the county budget," -Jle maintained . 0 I .-.- (l'lease tum to page three) ------- "I appointment of Arthur J. Reinhart was unlawful is denied. "The second claim of the pl_:1intlff is that after he was appointed city solicitor, Arthur J . Rl'inhart became ineligible to conl!nue in that position by reason ol the provision In Section !'2. (that no city employe 'shall make any contributions to the campaign funds of any political party or any candidate for public office or take any part in thl' management, affairs or politlr.nl l'ampnlgn of any political l)'trty'). "Following his appointment on Jan. 6, 1949, Arthur J. Reinhart became majority leader of the New Hampshire State Senate on Jan. 12, 1949, aad has eontinuecI to act in that capacity since that date. The courl finds that neither his duties nor his actual activities as majority leader constitutes the taking of any part in the management or affairs of the Republican party. And that neither his duties as Senate majority leader nor any actions taken by him to date have clisqnalifie1l him from continuing in the position of city solicitor under the provisions of Section 52. "The petition tor · a restraining order against the City of Portsmouth to prevent the payrnent of compensation to Arthur J. Reinhart as city solicitor is denied and the petition dismissed.''. I ,I J.i' I �c.o·c-01" Lawyers J~,s 'Almost' Fav·o, ,P ,r oposed Closing of CourthOuse The ranks of Portsmouth at- torney■, who have been so long noted for their professional Interest In keeping the county courthouse In Portsmouth open, appear to be diminishing. • Thirteen local attorneys were questioned yesterday on the 1 "Scamma11 bill," which calls for ., abolishment of the S~perlur court's April term In Portsmouth, and only a small majority showed opposition. These opponents of the proposed chanre to Exeter for fhe, April s.-sslon are almost unanimous In apresslnr their fcellnf that It Is "convenient" to have a term locally and several believe that the present 11ystcm ls "onJy fair." The lawyers favorable to the proposal base their • Judgment · on the rrounds of economy for ' the county and that the county records are In Exeter, One of the lawyers contacted said It b a "matter of indifference" to him where the terms are held, another was tom between hJs feelings as a Ports mouth citizen and a lawyer, and a third had not given the proposal serious study. · Strongest objections to the suggested change were raised by Leo Llberson, a former city solicitor. .;. "It's m.ore convenient for lo• cal lawyers and I'd like to see it continued. As for the pro• 1 posal to make the courthou~ Into 'a city hall, I don't think that's practical," he said. "Actually, It would cost the city a great deal of money to remodel that high ceilinged old , building Into good offices and it would still be an old building when It's rebuilt." He continued, "Further, I hate to see the city's facilities cut . down. Since I've been here, we've lost the U. S. District court, a bank and several industrial plants. I want to see , the city grow and the courthouse does bring in some out of town trade lh1 ough the coming here of juro~, litigants, lawyers and judges." , • However, Henry M. Fuller took ff divergent view: 0 "I'm all for closing It if it will save the county money. The Jail Is closed, never to be reopened, so H's only common sense. As a local lawyer, I find it convenient but It only adds to county expense." The dean of Portsmouth lawyers and a city councilman, Judge Thomas II. Simes, held the continued use of two courthouses as "senseless." Parking ·A buses Hit JI\• (l\ "I've owned a good many cats," Judge Simes said, "but never .one with two tails. I'd be sorry to see the session leave here but it's logical with the records now being kept at Exeter." Judge Simes could not resist one quip, "However, I do not have imagination. to visualize that court building, as I know It, bt:lng made Into a city hall. It should be left as a tombstone to pollticlans." At Council Hearing Parking privilege abuse may cost local tradesmen and business drivers the right to park their vehicles on narrow, !l!ley-llke Porter st reet, 1l was Indicated last night at a public hearing conducted by the city council. Holding the hearing on an ordinance that would revise parking 1egulatlons on the short downtown roadway, the council heard a State street resident bitterly condemn parking practices in the region or his home. Chief offender, he said, has been J . Hnrolr! Rynn, circulation manager of The Porlamouth Herald, who "thinks 1101.hlng of leaving his nuLomoblle blocking my driveway from 1 to 3 pm. " Appearing with his wife, Charles E. Koe! 1.ler of 349 State streetthe rear of his home faces Porter street-first complained that concerns in the Fleet and Porter streets block provide heavy traffic for the roadway. "Then we have to contend with The HeraJri," he said. Automobile and truck parking on Porter street, where The Herald ioads Its newspapers' for delivery, were labeled "a fire hazard and a terrible Inconvenience." I Comments from other lawyers follow: Charles J. Griffln-''I don't think two courthouses are -nee· essary." Edgar A. Blanchard-"I think It would be to the interest of the people of Portsmouth to have some of their legal, business transacted locally. I'd be opposed to closing the Ports' mouth session. There must be some way of keeping the April te~ here and stlll cut down expenses." Thoma's J. Morrls--"l'U favor it, if It's In the best Interests of the county and city." • • • • "I'VE BROUGHT IT to the atten·t lon of the police depar tment." he told Mayor Cecil M . Neal and the four councilmen attending the session. ''They move unlocked cars, but tell me to 'hire a cab' Ir they are locked." The new regulations would eliminate parkir,g· on the "southerly side from Middle street to Chesnut street." In addition, parking on the same side from Middle street -to Church street would be limited to one hour . Mr. Koehler, however, maintained that PPrter street Is "narrower at my driveway than at the location t he ordinance would change." "I! I have an emergency trip," he threatenrd, "I'm going to get out of the yard and somebody is going to pay for it•· Councilman Thomas H. Simes voiced agreement with Mr. Koehler's views and said, "I'm of the opinion that Porter street from Pleasant to Middle street should be free of parking." , .... CHARL~S M. DALE-"I'm not in favor of closing the April session here. If Portsmouth lawyers must put up with the Inconvenience of . an Exeter term, I believe it Is only fair to have a term In Portsmouth." Samuel Levy-"As a citizen, I think the courthouse would make a nice city hall but, as a lawyer, I'd like to point out that it will mean I additional expense to Portsmouth ! cllents, If a lawyer must spend time going back and forth to Exeter." Wyman P. Boynton-"! believe the people of Portsmouth are entitled to a local court term. It Is not fair that they should have to go to Exeter for everything in connection with county and private affairs." • • • HARRY W. PEYSER-"! don't want -to see the courthouse shut up." , Robert Ma1·vl11-"Exeter ls more , the county seat than ls Portsmouth , and the matter of convenience doesn't particularly hit me." Oscar Neukom-"It Is convenient He added, "The only reason a · for Portsmouth lawyers to have a session fs held here is historical term here." · 1 sl!ntlment. When the county , Jeremy R. Wnldron-"I .haven't seat moved• to F;xeter, Ports: ~lven the proposal serious thought mouth, ~he one Ume state capi, as yet." tal, agreed only , on the basis , Ralph G. McCarthy-"I'm against that a term would be held here. ! , it, definl~ely." , Today, With the ·records all in Exeter, It's logical to hold court _ there." _ I I ' IN ANSWERING A QUERY by the councilman, Mayor Nefll said th e ordinance could be amended to eliminate all parking but added\ tha t snch action must be taken at t he "second reading." He also voiced agreement with Councilman Simes. Councilman William J. Llnchey, however, warned the council that complete elimination of Porter street parking would "only get us Into difficulty." "I'd •like to see something done, but you can't please everybody," he remarked. The mayor said there was no question but that The Herald should have access to lt.s loading facilities and Coun~llman Simes advised that "we should distinguish between right of access and parking." Mr. Koehler thereupon interjected the claim that "Ryan just ignores" his pleas for a clear driveway, · Mr. Koehler and his wife were the only residents of the area to appear at the hearing. The meeting was adjourned shortly before, 8 o'clock. �9 Lol1g -Time Courthouse Battle Faces Another Showdown Fight . cOU rt hOU ses , The h1tttle for closing the county the city outright. Jr, \l/ courtho11se here has been fought Its spacious offices and large sec!or several years on many fronts. ond-flour court room could well acUsualfv when the campaign apcommodate municlpal departments • ' peared to be moving at Its strongest now crammed into the antiquated pace, an obstacle was raised In its city hall on Daniels street, observers way-or . It simply bogged down In have pointed out. the mire of political negligence. • • • Why does Rockingham County need two courthouses only · 14 mlles The fight has continued, however, BUT MR. PETERSON has exapart? ~ ~• 'l.O . • : and stanrt~ now at Its highest climax . pressed doubt that the city would in civic feeling-with the hinter- r consider the courthouse without an .state Rep. W. Douglas Scamman of Stratham says he has been asked lands shouting for economy and opportunity to obtain the now-vacant that question often during his six years of public office-but . has never Portsmouth once again bidding for county jail on Penhallow street as been able to give a reasonable answer. • 1 converslrm of the building into r. a modern police headquarters. Scamman made this disclosure to-ll new city hall. The jail, too, h as been the topic day in a letter to The Portamouth \ Rep. W. Douglas Scamman of. o! considerable discussion for sevHerald outlining reasons for his bill , which he had reported earlier. The 1 Stratham has thrown down the, era! years. The structure has been which would eliminate the annual additional $50, Marston said, Is paid I gauntlet In the present struggle In under lock and key since it was superior court session in Ports- by State Rep. Rae S. Laraba who ' the General Court. closed for repairs and county offl- mouth. ras a small 'office in the courtHe has submitted a bill calling for cials failed In their attempts to have I Insisting that such a move would house. outright elimination of the single it reopened. Marston further argued that the term ot Superior court held in From 1942 untll 1947 nearly $42,- save the county "between $4,000 and $5,000" a year, Scamman explained "$6,000" spent on the courthouse In Pq_rtsmouth annually, thus paving 000 was appropriated for repairs and 1947 included "$1 ,500 for repairs the way for closing the structure general maintenance of the jail. This that one-third of this saving would which we don't have , every year." and making possible Its Juture disIndicates annual expenditures of be enjoyed by Portsmouth taxpa'yers who pay more than their share He added that the county also spent posal. more than $8,000. $1,036 for Installation of toilet faci• • • Under the present set-up, Ports- or the county's taxes each year. Ii ties· for women jurors. The toilet., BACK IN 1944 the county commouth area prisoners are lodged at 1 Scamman added: • • • he explained, was constructed from missioners took the initial steps to Lhe Hillsborough county jail In · "IT SEEMS entirely unlikely that , a small closet on the second floor. dispose of the structure and all perManchester. This plan was estabsonal and real property connected hsh ed several years ago when we who serve In the General Court , If the r.ourthouse were closed, acwith it. But their move advanced 110 county officials, pressed by econ- can adjourn without impo.slng some cording to Scamman, the county farther than the study stage. omy-mlnded citizens, closed the new tax upon the citizens of our would have to rent an office for Although the county commissionjail. The cost of lodging prisoners state. We will only be justified in Commissioner Marston in Portsers have taken no concrete action at the Hillsborough county jail this action, however, If we have mouth He said there would also be since then, they apparently favor amoun ted to approximately $3,000 first made sure that every dollar added costs for heat, llghting and supplies if the April term was transtransferring the superior court seslas t year - a saving of about $5,000 we wlll have appropriated ls justified, and If we have made every ferred t,1 Exeter. s!on to Exeter and closing of the 11,nnually, possible effort to economize." "Even after these deductions," local red-briclc structure. • • • Scammn.n said, "the proposed move This Is evident In view of a stateIN VIEW OF THIS, a number of "The clo~ing of this courthouse would save the county between ment only last year of Alvin E. Foss, civic-conscious local residents feel ls certainly one Instance in which $4,000 .anc $5,000" annually. who usually has his way in the comth at the jail should be turned over a substantial saving ls possible, and • • • mission: "The county n eeds two to the ci ty for possible converslotl without curtall!ng or hindering any courthouses about ns much ns a Into a poHce station. essential service," Scarnman em- ' THE STRATHAM legislator exphlned that the city of Portsmouth man nee~ two necks." . As early as 1944, the Portsmouth phasized. would •·undoubtedly" have first Over a period of years the courtpolice commission went on record as Stressing that it would be to the preference if It wanted the property house hlls proven to he a tiresome , in favor of the county jail" as a best interest of the t11,xpayer if his· ior Its own use. If Portsmouth did burden on Portsmouth citizens who police headquarters. • bill were passed, Scamman said not want the property, however, It pay more than one-third of the They said: that a study or the 1947 annual would probably pa.ss into private county's taxes. . "We believe the county jail here report of the county commissioners • • • hands, Scamman said. j would be a very good location for · shows that the actual expense of · THE COUNTY SPENT nea.·ly I t-he city police headquarters and if operating the Portsmouth court''The building then would become $30,000 to malnt.aln the partlally- I the building were to become avail- house was $6,327. a sourne of tax revenue to the city, Instead of an expense," he added. rncA.nt st ruc ture from 1942 to 1947 ' ' able we would be very much inScamman further argued that the alone. This meRns annual expendi8camman said, "It would seem tercsted In having the city purchase county paid rent for the use of three tures or RpproxirnA.tcly $6,000 to that this would more tli.an offset It for that purpose." offices. and the probate court pays keep the building open for t hree whatever inconveniences there Two or those commissioners - Ior Its use or the probate courtagencies, a county commissioner's Orel A. Dexter and J. Verne Wood room. might be for the professional peroffice, and the brief court session. sonnel of Portsmouth having to • • • - are still members of the police By Comm!sslonrr Irving W. Mnrstravel to Exeter to attend this ses"THIS OFFSETS to some degree board. The third member, William ton's own ndm!s~lon the county reslvn o! court." J Llnchey Is now a city councilman. the $6,327," Scn.nunnn acldcd . ceives only $360 ye:uly in renl.s. County Commissioner Irvfng W. Mars ton. who maintains nn office Thus more thA.n $5,000 must be in the courthouse, meanwhile has raised each yea~ by Rockingham rC'vised his earlier figures concerncounty's taxpayers In order to mainj Ing rent money which the county tain the building. collects from the Red Cross, ProSupporter s of Representa ~i\•e bation department and New HampScamm1m's lcglslatlon h ave ernphs City Manager Edward c. Petershire Seacoast Regional associasized that at least $5,000 could be SJn Is ornparlng a report to the saved yearly if the court session ,;vas ci•.zens tioo . Marston said that the county rePeters,1'1 has asked all municipal transferred to ExC'ler and the buildcei ves $410 yearly •instead of $360 departments to submit reports on I Ing either closed permanently or their 1~4!! activities, including the placed In the h ands of Portsmouth. general or,eration, highlights and ' City Manager Edward C. Peterson extraordinary events during last has described the courthouse as an ' ye-1.r. · 1 "excellent" location fo r a n ew city PetersJn said the department rehall it the building could be obtainports will be submitted to him "as ed !or a "nominal" price or given to ' soon as possible." Wh y TWO 'I Don't Know,' Says Solon I I 1 ' I IP Report Prepared By Manager ':\ \\ I I ' I �--===------~==;,,:s:--- ... •1 ~ )~hile City Hall Creaks 'Courthouse Found Sturdy Portsmouth's courthouse may be 58 years old but It still can offer more modern and commodious facllltles for a city hall than the present decrepit and creaiklng building on Daniels street. The two-story red brick ,tructare on State street Is rela, tlvely robust and rich In archltectnrat refinery, and could provide tbe city with an excellent ■ eat of municipal government to replace the 91-year-old city . na9. , Originally constructed as a high school, Portsmouth's city hall no longer can accommodate the v~rlous munlclpal departJttents, The old building Is virtually splitting at the seams and Is In dire need of repairs. City officials have thrown up their arms In disgust over the Daniels . street edifice and have decided that Portsmouth definitely needs a new city halleven If It"ll a second-hand one. A bill flied ln the State Leglslature by Rep, W. Douglas j °'"""' 'l, \ , Scamman of Stratham appears to answer Portsmouth's prayer11 \ for ■ uch a center. Scamman's legislation would transfer the Portsmouth term · of superior court to Exeter, thus making the way clear for possible purchase of the courthouse by the city. Although renovation of the courthouse would entail considerable expense, such a move ls seen as far more economical · than construction of a new city hall. The courthouse has much to offer In the way of a "civic center." Chief asset to ·the city would be the spacious superior courtroom on the second floor. The room might be converted Into an auditorium for meetings and forums of a civic nature. The only apparent needs for such conversion Is the comparatively simple removal of benches, ralllnrs and other courtroom fumlshlnrs, The room could also se"e advantaieousl:v as a __...,-- _ meetlnr place for the city council and board of education, with plenty of room for public attendance, There would be U sizable offices available tor various municipal departments If the city was fortunate enough to ob• taln the bulldlng. And at least , four of these rooms might be t partitioned off into two additional offices. • Ten cramped offices now are all that are available In the present city hall. This does not ' Include the po 11 o e headquarters, which could utlllze the now-vacant county jail on Penhallow street. ·-. There ls ■ufflclent room tn .the jail for a munlclpal court, a judge's chamber, clerk's office, city marshal's quarters, lock-up, police commissioners' room, lockers and recreation room for officers. A rarage adjoining the jail might well house police vehicles. ... I IIE SAID that a review of loc:i.l property by the assessors will boost the valuations by another $1,500,0u0. The city manager reminded the cssessors that valuations should not be Increased on a percentage basis as In the past, but on an equalization basis whereby property or "equal value" should be carried on the board's books as being equal for as~esslng purposes. Meanwhtle, it was announced t.hat ·Robert E. Cunningham <,f Concord, a State tax commission official, Is checking the local assessment books in an effort to equalize them with those of the state. Cunningham said he will survPy about 200 local pieces of property w_ith the assessors. Cunningham's nslt to the city is a routine r,pot check of assessments which are made periodically in other New Hampshire cities. Although the ja!J needs repairs and most or the 24 cells would have to be removed, there are at Je:i.st seven large, well-kept rooms, formerly used by jailers anct iheir families, which could form the main section of a police headquarters. These rooms are located on the first and second floors in the front . section of the rugged jail. ' All this falls in the realm of posslblllty. But as long as the law requiring superior court sessions ln Portsmouth remains on the books, · the cou_rthouse must remain ln the hands of the county and the l:ity government must stay where it is. I • • • Tax Drop Seen In Campaign to Boost Valuations '-11 1 'jQ-) Hopes of Portsmoutn taxpayers fr,r 1 a lower 1949 tax rate were strengthened today following an announcement by City Manager Edward C. Peterson that he will attempt to hike I~~~~~ria,o~~~i0~ti~~is l~e:~e city by Peterson said about one-half of the proposed valuation increase is expected to result from new construction, including the New Hampshire Public Service company's mercury plant on the Plscataqua river which is expected to cost $5,000,000 when completed. The other $1,500,000 will be raised by the board of assessors who have been Instructed by Peterson to review and give "careful consideration" to present valuations. TOTAL ASSESSED valuation In 1948 was $26,012,526 and municipal appropriations required that $1,070,578 be raised by taxation. Thus, the tax rate was $41.70 per $1,000 evaluation. The proposed 1949 municipal budget calls for ,the raising of $1,148,000 by taxation, an increase of $77,000 over last year. This Increase In 1949 city government cost apparently can be more than offset bf Peterson's proposed $3,000,000 valuation increase. Peterson also Instructed the assessors to carefully check 1949 poll tax lists In order that the number of abatements can be kept "at a minimum." He said he Intends to have poll itax bills out by June 1 and real estate bills by July 15 this year. Uniform Fares On 25-Cent \Base . Urged for TciXis . • • • PETERSON DECLINED to fore- cast the 1949 tax rate "because we don't 1mow what expenses we'll have this year," but It was evident that the 1949 rate probably will be :ower than the 1948 rate of $41.70. I The <'tty . manager said the pur- i pose ot his move Is to equalize l Portsmonth's valuations with those ' recorded by the State tax commission at Concord. He pointed out that the state bocsted Portsmouth's valuation in 1946 by about $1,000,000 "because , they figured our valuations were too · low" "We want to avoid this in the future," Peterson added. Peterson said that due to new construction In the city, including I the mercury plant, "lt appears that valuations will Increase by approximate_ly $1,500,000." ' A move toward settlement of the bitter "fare war" among Portsmouth's taxicab owners will be made before the city council tonight when its parking and tra ffic committee submits a plan of uniform rates and zones. After a three-months study of the tax! controversy, the committee ls schedul~ct to recommend to the council that the proposals be accepted and Incorporated as city ordinances. The plnn, as announced by City Manager Edward C. Peterson, would establish a 25-cent minimum for ' service In the downtown di strict. The maximum charge for one to three pas5engers for trips within the 1 city limits would be $1. i lI PETER ON SAID that the coun-/ ell will hold a 1rnbllc hearing for the tax! o~ners themselves lf the com- ; mlttee s recommendations are accepted. The five rate zones then wo~ld be Incorporated into the city ordmances if approved by the taxi owners. It is . expected that the proposed 25-cent minimum will meet s tiff opposition or the operators who h a ve I Insisted that they cnnnot "survive" , the conflict with less than a 50- j cent base. They have maintained that the Increased cost or living and ' operating expenses have forced them to charge at least 50-cents Zone 1 would begin at tl;e middle or the Market street rn!lrond bridge extend north along the southern sld~ of the North Mill pond, follow Cubot street on the west • Lincol11 avenue on the south and the shoreline on the east. The rate tor canylng one to three P~stmgcrs fronf any oµe point in Zone l to any other section or that area would be 25-cents. . .. ZONE 2 would begin at the south- ernmost section of Freeman's Point, extend to the Intersection of Cuttw street and Central avenue, as far as the corner of Maplewood avenue and Fairview avenue on the northwest, then to the approach to the Interstate bridge on the west. The southern boundary would include Jenkins street and the Intersection o'f Jones avenue and Broad street, The Bhorellne would be the eastern border. A 35-cent rate would . be established for one to three passengers in Zone 2. The same fnre would be charged for carrying one to t.hree persons from any point In Zone 2 to within Zone 1. The third zone would Include all of Circuit road In Wentworth Acres on the north and the boundary would extend westward to a halfmtle point on Rockingham avenue. The boundary goes south to Middle road and then In a jagged line taking In Greenleaf avenue, the southern approach to the Interstate bridge and the northe111 shore of Sagamore creek. The shoreline would serve as a boundary on the west, • • • ZONE 3 would include a 50-cent rate for one to three passengers. They co11lct · travel between any point in Zone Three and Zone One for that price. Zone 4 would begin at the Portsmouth-Rye town line on Sagamore avenue then extend in a northwesttrly dlrertlon to the center of the culvert over the Sagamore Creek :on the Lafayette road. It would ,then follow ln a northwesterly direction to the Intersection or Peverly Hlll roact and Bantleld road, then in a strslght llne and northwesterly direction to the Intersection of Greenlanri road and Sherburne road. Tht western boundary would be Sherburne road to the intersection of that artery and Rockingham avenue. The line then would run straight !lrross to the intersection of Woodbury avenue and Gosling road. �I I The raft! for carrying one to three passengers between any point In Zone 4 :md any point in Zone 1 would be' '75 cents. Zone 5 would include all sections between the city line and the boundary of Zone 4. The rate In Zone 5 would be $1. The committee suggests that the rate for a trip between zones should be that of the highest rated zone 1 en!.ered by the cab during the trip. 1 The committee also recommended that the operators be allowed to charge an additional 25 cents for four or more passengers. The remainder of tonight's 'lfl'enda Includes routine monthly busi · ness. One of the mo.st important matters wlll be a report by Peterson on his investigation of a petition for the acceptance of McKinley road ns a part of Coolidge drive. Petersou is scheduled to recommend thrit the City Check ear After Council Accepts Zone· Report Wednesday Set For HearingH\ on Cab Proposals Walter G. Ward, Jr., applied for permission to operate a cab and the request. was referred to the coun- 1 cil's traffic committee. • • • AT TUE SAME Til\IE, the coun- Council Changes Parking Rules on Porter, Pearl f\\ cil voted a proposal that the city accept McKinley road as a part of CooJldge drive after City Manager Two new ordinances, affecting Peterson said It would not prove feasible. He said ordinance require- •parking on Porter and Pearl streets, request be turned down until four Munlclpnl control of taxi cab opwere adopted last night by the ments covering acceptance of such requirements nre met. eration here through fare and zone city council. property had not been met and ad• • • rPgulations was an unopposed step vised the council to table the matter The council suspended rules and 1 nearer today. THE FIRST PROVISION would until they were. passed for second and third readl1e that bound stones be set as reIn other business the council ! ings an ordinance which prohibits The cily council last night accepquired by the city ordinances. agreed to: ted-without protest from either parking on Porter street between Peterson said sidewalks should be Middle and Chestnut streets. within the council or from represenPay Dorothy F. Lear $75 for serconstructed, plans nnd pr~nles of tative cab operators-a plan aimed vices as a clerk of the city trustees Parking on the south side of the area submitted to him a_ncl at solving the highly-touted fare of the trust funds. Porter street between Chestnut and I.he council should determme vehicle difilculties here through Church streets will be limited to Deny a damages claim for $8.50 one-hour. whether sewers sha II be installed standardization. from Adolph R. Creighton of 139 • • • before accepting the development The report from the council's which is beyond the bounds or the P~ilbrick stree~, Kittery, wl~o mainTHE SECOND ordinance-prohiparking and traffic committee city sewer system. tamed th_at h~s. automobile \~as I biting parking on the westerly side marked the culmination of threedamaged 111 stnkmg an old h1tchmg I f t t b t I r t Clinton E. Dahlberg will nsk the months study of a so-called "fare post at the intersection of Han-1 Pear1 s ree e ween s mg _on council to extend a water ~min to war·• among local cab owners. over and Market streets. He said the and Hanover s~reets.-passed a third allow him to establish a public skat• • • city should have removed it lonr; and final reading, ing rink on the upper section of IsTHE PLAN. presented by Counago. . The c01mcil passed over the relington street. Eight property owncilman William l'J J. Linchey, was l quest of Charles E. Koehler -0! · 49. ers In the area have endorsed DahlAccept the quarterly report of State street that parking be ellaccepted by council In report form berg's petition. City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt. minate1 on Porter street bet.ween and its Intricacies will be aired at a • • • Another petition ls expected to pnblic mretlng at 7:30 pm next Chest1mt and Fleet streets. be submitted by Pasquale Palmer Wednesday. ACCEPT and place on file a letter ' who is seeking permission to develfrom bavld c. Packard, president Appearing at a public hearing on Main point of the report I.~ thnt op property near the corner of of the locRl Chamber of Commrrce, the Po11er street ordinance last Went.worth rond nnd Sngnmore lt provlclrs for five fnrc zones and drnllng with a chamber conunlttee month, Roehler strongly assailed i:ets maximum fare rates for each. avenue for a dance pavilion. parking practices on the narrow 1 on Portsmouth naval shipyard street. problems. (A detailed outline of the zones J~ shown In mnp ·form on Page 3.) Refer to City Manager Peterson I KoehlPr complained that local The propo.~a l Is based on a 25-cent with power a request by James B. tradesmen and business drivers block his driveway which adjourns minimum fare for the first zone, Smith, president o! the RockingCity Manager Edward C. Peterson harr. hotel, to erect a direction sign. Porter street. I I .> Leave to Mr. Peterson a request ------said yesterday afternoon. The fare standards and cab stand locations by Allen E. Henderson of the Consolidated Plumbing and Heating Rep. W. Douglas Scamman'.s bill were not submitted at last night's company to erect a sign at 116 n.eeting, however. to abolish the Portsmouth session 1 Councilman Llnchey requested Vaughan street. cf superlon court 15 to be transferred additional time needed by the comGrant the local ~arbor defense from the Judicial committee to the mittee to study the c-ontroversial City Manager Edward C. PeterRockingham delegation for con- rates. battery permission to use the state son reported today that the city • • • armory on Parrott avenue for bassideration, a Concord 110urce !!aid council is expected to hold a speDEALING BRIEFLY with the ketball games Feb. 6, 13, 20 and 27- · yesterday, cial meeting later this week to disall Sundays. fare proposals, the council I.hen put cuss the current taxi rate controIt was also learned that public 11,s collectlve shoulder behind the Refer to Mr. Peterson a Central versy. hearing on the bill will be held by efforts to forge o. to]] road through PTA council request to use the He said no definite date has the delegation soon after it re- . New Hampshire. · 'c ommunity Center Feb. 28 . been ·set but added that he expects ceives It !rom the Judiciary com• • • It wan explained that the state It will be held either Thursday or mittee: APPROVE and place on file the • Friday after a public hearing highway commission wants to meet • • re'port of Plumbing Inspector Clem1 Wednesday on proposed !are zones with a committee representing THE HEARING probably will be ent R. Moulton. and uniform rates. Portsmouth to study PO!S.Slble comheld in Concord, the 5pokesman Accept the report of the trustees plications from the giant roadway The zones and rates have been said, adding that 11entlment favorof the trust funds showing n total In this area. Mnyor Cecil M. Neal suggested by the council's parking able to the bUI appeared to be growof $97,145 In the bank. wns empowered to appoint such a and traffic committee after a threeIng in t.he delegation. Allow Mr. Peterson to transfer committee representing both the months study. Arguments o! the Representative Scomman's pro- council and private citizens. the parking meter funds from Jan. taxi owners will be heard at posal would remove the April term 18 to Feb, 1 to the March ot Dimes Wednesday night's hearing. The councU harked back to the campaign. of court from Portsmouth to Exeter. cab problem in denying the appliIts probable effect would be the Place on file a letter from Mrs. cation of Fred I. Seavey to license eventual closing of the local court- another radio taxi. Addle P. Herbert of 114 Daniels house. street announcing that she sllpped Councilman Linchey voiced the on the Ice and fell. general council feelings by moving that the petition be denied on the grounds thnt "the city has more cabs than It needs already." ° I Courthouse Bill . To Get Hearing Council to Meet·f '/ I !On Taxi Question • �·c·ity Gets $500t000 From Prescott Esta e to Develop - -··Parks T rWealthy Spinster· Designated Dale I ·.Jrustee of Fund One of New Hampshire's wealthtest splnters remembered the city of her birth by creating & $500,000 trust fund to be devoted to the development of parks and recreational areas in Port.smouth's Marcy street ' district. Probate yesterday of the will of the late Miss Josie Fitts .Prescott revealed that her total estate was valued at approximately $1,000,000. Halt that amount was left in the trust of former Gov. Charles M. Dale of Portsmouth and Edwin H. Buck of Wilmington, Mass., an Investment broker, fop the city's benefit. The trustees are fully empowered to develop the Prescott p·ark area, and within five years they must "otrer" to convey the deeds to the city. • • • MISS PRESCOTT, who with her sister, the late Mary E. Prescott, In• herlted an estate repol'ted to be valued at between $3 ,000,000 and $4,000,000, bequeathed a total of $102,OOO to various church and charitable organlzations. 'she also r emembered 38 relatives and friends In varying amounts with an aggregate total of $272,000. The former Portsmouth school !, teacher specifically designated the 1area to be developed by the money I she left. Its northern limit ls State street; western, Washington stree t : and on the south, Oates and Pick• er!ng streets. She specified that her trustees could acquire or dispose of property during development and Im• provement of the locality and that · they could. utilize both income an~ i,rlnctpal ,in carrying out, her Instructions. · Miss Prescott, who died at 91 Jan. '6, lived for many years at 190 Middle street. The estate shared by the Prescott sisters was that of their brother, the late Charles' E, Prescott or Erle, Pa. • • • NEWSPAPER ACCOUNTS est!mated Charles Prescott'.s estate as between $3,00,000 and $4,000,000 when he tlled In 1932. Miss Mary E, Prescott died on April 7, 1939, and she bequeathed-. $1,298,000 to her surviving sister, her sole heir. _ During the remainder of her life time, Miss Josie Prescott financed the development of Prescott park and the Liberty pole area, In which she was greatly interested, Twenty Institutions are to share In generous bequests, among them three Portsmouth churches. The North church, Congregational, and F,Lrst Methodist church get $2,000 each and $1,000 Is to go to the People's Bnptlst church. ..J\ .,. City to Consider Pay Increases·/ : · Ordinances providing salary Increases for municipal officers anrt employes wlll be C011bldered by lhe clly council at a speclnl meeting tomorrow nll!'hl. • • • The meeting will follow a public A $25,000 BEQUEST was made to hearing on proposed establishment the Mark H. Wentworth home. The Qf taxi fare zones and uniform rates Portsmouth District Nursing asso- in Portsmouth. The hearing will ciation, the Family Welfare associa- Gtart at 7 :30. tion and the New Hampshire ChilCity Manager Edward C. Peterson dren's Aid and Protective society could not be contacted for detaUs were left $10,000 each. of the proposed ordinances. _ Another $5,000 was bequeathe to The council Is scheduled to rethe Women's Christian Temperance ceive a report by Peterson on a peunion, Portsmouth branch. Other tition by Clinton E. Dahlberg that a Portsmouth organizations benefit- water main be extended to allow him ting are the public library, $5',ooo; to establish a public skating rink the Home for Aged Women, $5,000; on the upper section of Islington Graffort club, $1,000; Women's City street. Dahlberg's petition was reclub, $1,000; Rockingham County f erred to Peterson for Investigation Society for Prevention of Cruelty to at a meeting of the council last Animals, $1,000. Thursday. Three out of town churches were The cn11ncll will be given a claim willed a total of $15,000. They are by the Huµhes and Burns law firm the Kensington Congregational, of Dover counsel for Mr, and Mrs. South Hampton Baptl~ and the Orin S. T Jtllefield of 1402 Islington Charles Gordon Ames endowment of street, whose daughter, Alberta, 14, the Church of the Disciples, Boston. wns strwk In the face by a baseball at the sn11th plnyground lasl sumThey receive $5,000 each. mrr. • • • Tomurrr,w night's agenda did not OTHER INSTITUTIONS left bequests Include Phllllps Exeter acad- rel'enl the amount of lhe requested emy, $1,000; New Hampshire Audu- se: tlemen! The child was silting In ban society, $1,000; the Boston Chil- thr thirj base bleachers when ' struck. dren's Aid society, $1,000, and LinM r. L'ttl ' efl eId t Oday t OId Th e coin Institute, Lincoln Ridge, Ky., Portsm-,uth Herald the matter ts In $S,OOO. the hanrt.s of his lawyers and that First and second cousins were the 'Jc doc$ not know how much th e_ relatives benefiting under Miss seltlemP11t calls for. The child sufPrescott's wlll. They Included Sam- fered a broken nose and severnl uel c. Prescott of Brookline, Jen- fracturP.s of facial bones, accordlnl!' nle s. Prescott and Gladys Starratt, to her f11tl.er. Ist scheduled Romeyn, both of Melrose; Ethe1 , thLeslie m.,pkins f b pe toIt ask e counc11 or a ax Ica rm . Varney of Wrentham, Mass., Nathan Prescott, Haverhill, Mass.; Jean , McKinley Weeks, Newtonville; w . Melcher Prescott, Brockton; Chester Prescott, Edna Wadlelgh, Harriet E. Regan, Amesbury, Mass.; George M. Prescott, Collinsville, Mass.: Frank R. Prescott, Methuen, Mass.; Agnes B. Starratt Cleveland, west Newton; C. Josie Boutwell, Benjamin E. Fitts, K. Julie and Helen Abbott, all of concord; John H. Prescott, Weare; New Brighton, N. Y., and Amos Ida Smith, Brentwood; Robert Prescott of North Hampton. Prescott, Plaistow; William F. Card, In addition two friends, Eva PickSumner Card, Grace P. Evans, East ering o! Danvers, Mass., and O.scar Kingston; Mary Bernier, Sereno Pickering of Ann Arbor, Mich., rePevear, Hollis Pevear, Exeter; Mary ceived legacies totaling $8,000. w. Whitten, Greenland; Evelyn E. Knight, Beatrice Card, Martha E. Witnesses to the wlll, which was card, Kingston; Vivian Starratt signed Jan. 18, 1938, were the late ; Parker, Kingsport, Tenn., Josie B. Earl R. Elsea, Miss Georgina A. VivCarr of East Orange, N. J., Laura Ian of Rye and Mrs. Myrtle V. Barrows, also o! Rye. I IZ ·Reinhart Status Hinges on.Ruling By Exeter Judge J CII"-'--\~ A decision on the question of whether ' State Sen. Arthur J. Reinhart is legally entitled to his Job as city solicitor rested with Chief Justke John R. Goodnow of Superior court today, The Issue was fought out In a lawyer's skirmish yesterday afternoon in Exeter during a hearing on the lnjucllon petlllon o! Clifford A. Bartlett o! 492 Union street, who seeks to block payment of the solicitor's salnry to Relnhnrt on the ground thnt he ls violating the city charter by allegedly engaging In political activity, Judge Goodnow took the case under advisement a!ter Senator Reinhart, the only witness to testify, strenuously denied that his position as majority leader of the state Senate involved any partisan political "duties." Atty. Thomas J. Morris, who represented Bartlett, subjected Reinhart to Intensive questioning In an effort to show that the Senate majorlty leadership carries certain responslblllties In "the management and affairs of a political party," • • • THE WITNESS re.;;ponded, how- ever, with the flat statement that he had no obligations to t,he :aepubllcan party and that, in fact, he was not the "leader or the Republicans" In the Senate. "If I see flt to rnle for ll so-called Democratic measure, I will ;oote that way," he sn!d. He acknowledged only that his Republican leanings Involved che party designation but later remarked, In answer to questioning concerning his majority lendersh:p, "There have been a lot of cases where senators have not taken i,ne advice o! the majority leader." Upon completing his examination, Morris asked the court to take judicial notice of the political lmpltcatlons of the posl tlon of majority lender and submitted a deposition from Rep. Rae S. Laraba., who served as a Senate member In the last General Court. Testlfylng In his own defens'!, Reinhart sought to point out that the instance o! his appointment ,..s cily solicitor was not covered by the section of the city charter In quc-stlon, because he WM named to tihe Job after ho h~u rw1 !0t· puQ11c office. • • • HE OFFERED to submit an opinion f1('1m the state attorney general upholding his point of view, but Judgo Goodnow ruled that. "Since It'. only his opinion, I don't see how !t could guide the courr..'' Early In the hearing, considerable time was consumed by .'l.tt.:>rney Morris' attempts to establish tha• Reinhart was present at the Republican caucus which preceded the opening of the State Legislature nearly two weeks ago, Reinhart testlfled that he was u..l able " to recall" having attended 7 �Reinhart- Dunn~ rn offside conversation on the toll road, an opinion was adv:mced th~ t the course of the four 1:tr,e to!! tilghway was changed because t1'e o•·iginal route would have phced lt ewer "springs on the North Hampt,,n farm of former Gov. ' ch11rlei, M. DAie." Commi~~!oner Everett admitted i today ~ h at the first route survey brcught tJ, e road "close to springs" on the former governor's farm but aclded, "That whole country was swnmpy 11l'd wr could get construetion chf'<q: cr if there were fewer mnrsht•,; tc> fill." While discussing the Woodbury avenue and "spur·• ro11d projects, Norris O. Whitford, right of way engineer for the highway department. flatly told the 20 persons attending the conference that the plans "are complete." Judge Jeremy R. Waldron, counsci for Mrs. drnochemont, 11sked Whitford If hr meant that all the ncccss11ry hearings had been held I and everything arranged. I • • • , 1~.-'Yl 'f I (Conti nued fr om pare one) Isalary structure would Inmean a CHI EF R EVISION the city's $1,800 annual boost In the basic pay o! City Clerk Eileen D. Foley who now ;'Republlc1m meetings," but when receives $2,200 yearly, In addition to Morris led him more directly to fees tor registrations. the question of the caucus, the wltBut under Peterson's plan Mrs. nes.s finally expressed remembrsnce Foley would be required to turn over of having been present. all fees to the city and receive a Yesterd?.y's l1earlng was held on straight annual salary of $4,000. the question or a temporary inPeterson indicated that his projunction which, If granted, would posal would have little effect on lead to a future hearing on a perMrs. Foley's "take-home pay." He manent injunction. s11ld he felt that the city clerk's fees City Mnnager Edward C. Peterwould cover the $1,800 Increase. / son and Councilman Thomas H. Mrs. Foley, meanwhile, said she Simes were the only members of was "very much satisfied" with Petthe Portr,mouth city government erson's salary plan. who showed up for yesterday's • • • hearing, ANOTHER I MPORTANT change would mean a $200 annual boost tor Mrs. Katherine Caswell, P eterson's secretary. Mrs. Caswell now receives $2,000 annually but would be paid $2,200 If the ordinances were a ccepted by the councll. The proposed boosts, which came as a •~1'mr•ete surprise to city hall WHEN WlllTFORn REPLIED In worke 1·s. WJUld mean all annual inPlans for solving the traffic probthe affirmative, Judge Waldron ob- , crease of $250 to Mrs. Teresa Delem caused by the Intersection of served, "Well, I can't see why we marais, rlty treasurer, who is conWoodbury avenue and the Intercame here, if its all arranged and sidered 11nr of Portsmouth's lowest state bypass are "still in the air" toyou're just tclllng us what you're p:iid 'TlU•11r!pal officers. Her salary day as far as the State highway degoing to do." partment Is concerned. However, within a few minutes would be lifted from $2,500 to $2,Yesterday highway department Whitford talked by telephone to 750. representatives showed what they Commissioner Everett and on his Miss Marvis P. Rose, water determed the "final plans" to the city return said that he had put the partment tashier, would receive a councU's lands and buildings com- matter "too strongly." He added saiary boost of from $2,200 to $2,500. mittee. that the commissioner said the proPeterson also would establish a $2,However, their proposal to aban- ject is still in the planning st11ge. 2v0 ml!1lmum and 2,500 maximum don a proposed overpass on WoiidWhit.ford described the proposed bury 11vcnue met with marked op- Woodbury avenue traffic, solution annual pa) for the cashier. Eight municipal clerks, now re position from both councilmen and as "the best we can do." He said ceiving ~l 560 annually, would be , spccln tors. that thore ls not enough money So much so. that Highway Com- avnllable lo construct an overpass given yearly Increases of $165. These positions too, would be governed by missioner Frederic E. Everett said and build the spur road. an annual mlnlmnm of $1,560 and todny, "I thought we had It all setInstead of the overpass, the dea max:mum of $1,725. tled but, 11fter the protests we met partment proposes that the high• • • with yesterday, we're going to have way and Woodbury avenue both be Tll!tt~F. TRUSTEES of the munito make new studies." widened to allow ample "turncipal tru.s t funds would be given • • • ing space·• and that .~elf-actunting 1m annu'll salary of $50. They now THE PLAN discussed yesterday tra me lights be lnstnlled on Woodreceive rio compensation. , provided for widening both Wood- bury avenue. Peter~on also would establish a bury a venue and the bypass where These lights, according to Whitsalary ~tr11cture for municipal deford, arc put into operation by a partments not covered by present they Intersect but keeping a level· I passing car and "hold" until the ordlnan-:es These Include his own grnde crossing. car has crossed the intersection. $8 000 annt:al pay; $2,100, communiInstead or the present lighting tr centPr director; $1,000, summer system, the department planned to playgrounrl director; $75, clerk for install "self-actuating" traffic lights, the trustees of the trust funds; $600 providing Woodbury avenue traffic the trustee~ of the trust funds; $600, · with a mrans of getting across the ln~pector of fire alarms; and $600, 111 tcrsectlon. inspector 0f pole;; and wires. The J,tghwny department men exThe suggested ordinances would plained that when the new toll road cover a $12 election day wage for Is in operation. a "spur" road. runr ·\ Portsmouth's 12 ballot Inspectors. ning parallel to Woodbury avenue, Their salaries have not been Inwould take 80 7,, of the traffic from cluded In ~Ly ordinances In the thnt street. past, Peterson explained. OpposlLio11 lo their proposal w11s Seven members of the board of voiced lmmcdl11tcly by Councilman reglstrnrs would receive $1.25 per Wllltam J Llnchcy who said he felt New city ordinances ptovidlng an til[lt thr overpass should be built. estimated 10% salary Increase for 15 hour. Their salaries have been coveven with the traffic diverted. municipal officers and employes ered by state statute In the past He a~ked why the overpass Idea will be proposed to the city council 1 but have not been included in city was being shelved and was told that tonight by City Manager Edward ordinances. lack of funds made its abandonment C. Peterson. Five election moderators, now 1 neces~ary receiving $8 a day, would be given The suggested pay boosts, prinThe proposrd spur ro11d Itself a $7 per dny increase. The pay of came In for criticism from Mrs. cipally for city hall workers, would 15 ward selectmen would be raised total approximately $2,200. The Louis deRochcmont of Newington, from $8 to $12 a dny. who •nk she believed the "spur·• council is expected to table Peter• • • should enter Roule 16 "farther out son's proposal for study. The ordinances will be submitted than Sheriff Frink's home on at a special council meeting which Woodbury avenue." wlll follow a public hearing at 7 :30 • • • •mE co TENDED that the traf- on Portsmouth's so-called taxi fare controversy. fic problem would be "just as great" if the "spur·• road Joined Route 16 "so clo ·e lo the ell y." Woodbury'Avenue I Traffic ·Problem 'Still inthe Air'-~/ '· 10% Pay Boost Proposed for I 15 City Workers I I \3 FI VE WARD CLERK S would reeel\le $15 a day instead of $13 and Would be given $1 .50 an hour for working- after midnight I 1tlo d on e ecn ay, In the past the clerks were given• $13 for each biennial ~iectlon and $11 for other elec, . ons. But they would rec·elve a flat $15 rate for all elections if the ordinances were passed , The ward clerks would receive $3 for attending warct meetings and caucuses instead o/ $2.50 as tl are now paid. 1ey ' Meanwhile, Councilman M Dondero reported that th ary C. ordinance rev1 s1ons are esimilar proposed/ t contents of a bill she has intro o duced in the General Court Under the terms of her bill M ~ondero said, ward officials e paid $12 for each day's work the effect polls Instead of the $8 r a t e now at/, In 'wo:i~ "s~f;~:~~;•w~~~ ::pressed herself as e changes proposed by Peterson and indi t might withdraw her bUl i~\~d ~l;e ~ouncl! acts favorably. e c Y ' Peterson _No~~fb First Anniversary As City Executive City Manager Edward C. Peterson today completed his first year as tlie city's ~xecutlve In a modest manner. "It's difficult for someone to cite theil' own accomplishments," said Peterson when asked what the city manager form of government had contributed to Portsmouth. But Peterson did mentlort the fact that he has drawn up a new administrative code and rules and regulations for the various municipal departments. And he pointed out that he has compiled two city budgets <1948 and 1949) since he took over the municipal reins a year ago : today. • • • EXPLAINED that he won't know how much money he saved for the city In 1948 until expenditure figures are submitted "later this week" by City Auditor Wilfred E. Young. "When I receive those figures and reports from other departmenti: I will compile a report to the citizens," Peterson said. "But it's all part or my job," he added with a grin. Peterson sa!d he was "amazed" at 1 the cooperation he has received from both the citizens and municipal ofilcers during his first year I on the job. I PETERSON 1' 1 : ' .'' ,I • ,. �• Cit·y Taxi Owners r n an Proposed. are-Zon -'IJnjustified, Compli ed' . ·operators Insist On 50-C·ent Base To 'Cover Costs' · The city cpuncil's "dove or peace" flew through a turbulent storm last night as local taxicab owners fought the council's proposed taxi fare zones and uniform rates. Assailing the council's plan as "unjustlfled" and "too complicated,'' the taxi owners bemoaned that they will be forced out or business I! the council approves the proposed 25cent minimum and $1 maximum fares· for trips within the city. ' About •40 taxicab owners and 'drivers crowded into the council chambers to voice their opinions at a public hearing on the plan. General feellng among the owners was that regulations pased !)n a 50cent fare minimum proposed by the owners themselves last November, should be adopted Instead or the Council's zone plan. I I • • • ONLY ONE OWNER-Edward H. Lawrence, Jr., of 443 Union street-rejected the 50-cent minimum pro, posal. Lawrence said he would favor a 35-cent minimum. Lawrence, who held the floor for more than 40 minutes although not a spokesman for the Independent drivers, suggested that the zone rates should be determined by mileage. Maintaining that the zone outlines should be more slmpl!ned, Lawrence said they should not allow a "get-rich" profit but enough f~• a "decent living wage." Another chief witness was Ernest E. l#mb of 864 Woodbury avenue, who insisted "we cannot operate on the council's proposed rnte.s." • • • - LAMB CLAIMED that none of the zone rates suggested by the ·council would cover expenses. He said operating costs alone average about 12 cents a mile and that a orlver's commission usually Is 18 cents a mile. "Where would that leave us tr we charged only 25 cent.a to take three people from one part of Zone 1 to another point In the same zone?" q~estloned!.- ,,- l~ Answering himself Lamb replied•, "We'd lose money and hare to clo.se our businesses." Later in the meeting, the council tested the operators' reaction to taxi meters. That, too, met stif! opposition. f City Manager Edward C. Peterson visited Boston earller this week to "look into" the taxi meter situation potentialities and had hinted that meters would be proposed to the operators if the council's zone plan was rejected. • • • TUE l\lETER QUESTION arose while Lawrence was speaking. Councilman Lester R. Whitaker asked, "Do you think It wou.ld be bet.ter If we tried meters?" Lawrence contended that Portsmouth ts "too small" · for meters and that they would cost •·at lell.!lt $250" each. Lamb agreed that the purchase of meters would mean a "considerable" expense to the operators. Lamb did contend, however, that meters offer "the best" method of standardizing taxi fares. "But how could you use them In 'Portsmouth and . how would the rates be set?" as~ed Lamb. At this point Mayor Cecil M. Neal Interjected "Reglllatlon of the taxi Industry belongs with the police department." "But they must have laws to back them up," Lamb replied. "I! t.h e rules were laid out by the council and placed with the pollce department, the problem would be simple." I 13 1 HAMEL PO;N'l:EI; OUT that out of 15 taxi operators agreed at a public hearing Inst November that the minimum rate should be 50 . cents. He said that operation costs have increased by 40 % during the • past several years. Hamel also voiced opposition to installation of meter~l-with the assertion that Portsm~th "is not Iarge enough." I 1 Councllman Whitaker asked Ham- I el how taxicab companies in larger cities can use meters when cabs are continuously cruising. Hamel re- \ plied that most companies maintain cruising stands. "Is there any cruising In Portsmouth?" asked Councilman Llnohey in apparent reference to complaints of Fleet street taxi firms that "other firms" steal tt)eir business by assigning cabs to the downtown area. "Sure there Is but It's not allowed by law," explained Hamel. Council Reads I Budget Tonight • • • I General feeling among the owners was that regulations based on a 50-cent fare minimum proposed by the owners themselves last NovP.mber, should be adopted instead of the council's zone plan. The parking and traffic committee has been studying the arguments since the public hearing. Council Slated To Submit ~ New1- ED on taxi meters when Lamb ex- I But several taxi owners assailed the committee's plan as "unjustified" and "too compJ!cated ." The owners claimed •they would be forced out of business If the council ap- , oroved the proposed 25-cent minimum. it taxicabs from cruising the streets in search for passengers. Other taxicab operators who expressed opposition to the councll's zone plan were Donald A. Moreau of 96 Brewster street, James W. Hooper of 128 McDonough street, Jo.)m Lukas of 43 High street, Lawrence M. Tucker, Edith C. Gray and Andrew Barrett. • • • Richards avenue, spokesman for the I independent owners. Hamel Informed the council, "When a cabbie Is not 1'.1ak~~g enough money he'll do anythmg. Linchey i·eplied, "You're right. They have been doing just about everything else besides driving cabs." · '••well, 1 can't say that," answered Hamel. • THE COUNCIVS COl\11\IITTEE had recommended that five rate ' zones be establ!shed along with a 25-cent minimum and $1 maximum · for trips within the city l!mit.s. PRESENT ORDINANCES prohib- DISCUSSION AGAIN CENTER- plained that a two and one-halfmile trip would cost the passenger about 65 cents if meters were used but only 50 cents under the operators' proposal. Mayor NeaJ said he believed passengers would be satisfied 1! meters were installed. Lamb agreed with the mayor but added, "the meters would be a hardship on local operators-I know I couldn't afford them." Councilman William J. Linchey strengthened current reports that taxi drivers have resorted to Illicit money-making activities when he questioned Rene G. Hamel of 169 The 1949 municipal budget will be given a first reading at a special meeting of the city council at 9 tonight In the council chambers city hall. '1 The council will consider the budget during a closed meetmg which will precede the special session. Other Item., scheduled for con- 1 5lderatlon Include: 1 A request from t\1e Gordon Ren- The council Is expected to submit a new proposal to the ti.xi owners -one which would revise a fare zone plan presented last month, and a 35-cent minimum, instead of , a 25-cent base previously proposed. The council's parking and tramc committee suggest.ea a p!an of uniform rates and zones at a meeting Feb. 3, but the proposal met stiff opposition from taxi owners at a public hearing abc,ut a week later. I • • • II ner po,t. United America n Vcleruns, ' !or permls~ion to conduct a tag day. ' • • • Taxi Proposals Portsmouth's city council will make another attempt to solve the taxi industry's rate troubles .tomorrow night at a rP.gular monthly meeting in its city hall' chambers. I from the YWCA seeking permission to erect a sign. A PETITION A communication from the state highway department asking whether the city Intends to apply for town road aid ~rom the state. . I A petition from Robert Caswe)J of 66 Aldrich road who Is seeking permission to sell gasoline at a garage on Isllngton street. I A report from City Sol!citor Arthur Reinhart concerning petitions • !or street light inslnllalions at El- ! wyn park. A Jetter lrom James B. Smith, owner of the Wentworth and Rockingham hotels, who ls protesting proposed erection of a dance hall at the corner of Sagamore and Wentworth avenues. �City Salary Raises 1 -Pass irst Reading 10 1 A public henrlng on proposed city ordlnnnces, which would provide estimated 10% salnry increases for 15 municipal officers and employes, wJII be held at 7:30 pm Feb. 21. The state Supreme court today ruled that a proposed graduated gross Income tax-which would have meant a $38,000 loss to Portsmouth In tax revenue-ls unconstitutional. The city council set that date last night after giving the ordinances first readings. There was little discussion on the~· · proposed ordinances which would Explaining that a general tax of also boost the pay of at least 25 election officers. The Increases would that type would be legal, the high total about $2,200 and be retrocourt turned thumbs down on a active to Jan. 1. measure filed In the General Court Under the new wage plan, introto Impose a 1 % levy on wages and duced by City Manager Edward c. other personal gross income; 0.5% Peterson, City Clerk Eileen D. Foley on merchants and other retailers; would receive a flat $4,000 annual salary and be required to turn over and 0.25% on manufacturers and all fees from her office to the city. farmers. The way ~as clear today tor final She now receives $2,200 yearly in • • • city council action on new city addition to fees. ,_. THE BILL would have produced ordinances which would provide esPeterson's secretnry, Mrs. Kathan estimated state revenue of $8,erine Caswell, would be given a / timated 10% salary Increases for 15 000,000 annually but would have municipal employes. $200 · raise while City Treasurer meant a $38,000 loss to Portsmouth. :Mrs. Teresa Demarais would reThe city council held a IS-minute The Legislature had asked. the court ceive Rn nddltional $250 annually. public hearing on the Wage proMiss Marvis P. Rose, water deposals Monday night but no comfor opinions on five proposed tax partment cnshlcr, would be In line ments were voiced by the five specmeasures. tators present. for I\ $300 nnnual boost If the ordinances are given a final nod. City Manager Edward C. PeterThus the council was given a son explained that under the pro"green light" to consider the plan. . EIGHT l\lUNICIPAL .CLERKS, posed tax distribution structure ned legislation for second and third now receiving $1,560 yearly, would readings later this week. The counPortsmouth would recei\'e approxireceive an extra $165 . cil wlll hold a public hearing tomormately $71,940 annually. He said The council rejected a suggesrow night on the 1949 budget and that last year alone the state gave tion by Councilman MAry C. Donpossibly another special meeting Portsmouth $109.200 in tax receipts. dero !hat the salary boosts for Friday night, Petersoq indicated that the gross election workers be retroactive to • • • income tax set-up would have the last election. Mrs. Dondero conTHE NEW ordln~ces also would meant an increase In Portsmouth's tended that the election workers Increase the pay or at least 25 tax rate by about $1.30 per $1,000 to have been "under paid." She election officers and would total cover the $38,000 loss. claimed U1at the workers deserved more than $2,000. The raises would • • • additional compensntion for the be retroactive to Jan. 1. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS said "extra time" they put In last year. the Supreme court also ruled that a Although no public opposition was Mrs. Dondero reminded the general sales tai:, with no exempapparent, Councilman Mary C. councilmen thnt she lntroduccd I\ tions !or foodstuffs, would be conDondero protested the strncture of bill In U1e General Court scekli1g stitutional. The court also declared the ordinances and described them boosts for election workers sim!lar the state tax commission could be as "very complicated." to those ou tllned Jn the proposed given Ruthorlty to collect the stockcity ordinances. She lndlcRted she The ordinances govern the miniin-trade tax now paid to cities and wlll now withdraw her legislative ' mum and maximum salaries of varitowns. proposal. ous municipal employes and are But the Supreme court ruled The council referred to City Sogrouped In three ordinances. Mrs. against a proposed direct tax on licitor Arthur J. Reinhart claims Dondero said she felt that It would electric energy. Speaker Richard F. for $3,600 from the Hughes and be more convenient If the ordlnUpton, cxpJalnlng the court's decinncl's were separate. Burns lnw firm or Dovrr, In behalf sion, said the electric tax would be • • • of Mr. and Mrs. Orin S. Lllllefleld proportional to the number or kilol\IRS. DONDERO also suggested of 1402 Islington street, whose watt hours manufactured and that that ward selectmen be paid for cil\ughter, Alberta, 14, wns struck the court held that It would thus be the time they spend on selecting In the face by a baseball at the jurors. She said the selectmen must In the nature of a privilege tax, not South playground Inst summer. permitted under the constitution. be present at the city clerk's office • • • with ward clerks when jurors are The state now Imposes a franAN APPLICATION from Leslie named but that they do not receive chise tax on utilities, based on net Hopkins to operate a taxi business compensation. ,, profits of the companies as comwas referred to the parking and Councilman Dondero also said she ' pared with their Jnvestments. traffic committee for Investigation. believed that police officers working The council accepted Peterson's at the polls, should be classified as report which said It would not be ward officers to "assure them their "feasible" for the councll to grant pay." She added that there was a a petition of Clinton DaKlberg who delay In payment of the police ofasked that a v.-ater mnln be extend- ficers' salaries for election work last (Contlnued from page one) ed on upper Islington i;treet i;o he year. could opernte a skating rink there. Under the new wage plan, City Teresa Demarais would receive an The council members anc! their Clerk Eileen D. Foley would re- addltlonnl $250 annually. f . 1 wives were l;wlted to attend a j ceive a flat $4,000 annual salary Miss Marvis P. Rose, water de"Forget-Me-Not" ball at 8 pm Feb. and be required to tum over all partment cashier, would be In llne 21 at the Community Center. The fees from her office to the city. for a $300 annual Increase If the ball will be sponsorec! by Plscata- She now receives $2,200 yearly in ordinances are given the councll's qua. Chapter, Disabled American addition to !ee.s. final nod. 1 Veterans. L Eight municipal clerks, now reThe council empowered Mayor CITY MANAGER Edward· C. ceiving $1,500 yearly, would recelt Cecil M. Neal to proclaim National Peterson's secretary, Mrs. Kather- an extra $165. Heart Weck between Feb. 14-21. ine c~swell would be given a $200 A majority of · election workers raise whlle City Treasurer Mrs. would be given substantial raises. , City Council Gets 'Green light; -~or 10% Pay Boosts ... City Council- .• .. BudQefHearing Set' for'Tonighf ...,1 By City Council Port City Profits By Court's Ruling Against Nj~~ Tax ·t..L·I I Portsmouth's 1949 budget of $1,384,079 will be given a public hearIng at 7 pm today In the council chambers o! city hall. The budget, calling tor $1,146,827 from taxes, already has been given a first reading and final action is expected at a special meeting at 10 am Saturday. The council must act on the budget before Sunday. Most prominent single appropriation item ls $547,981 requested by the school department. But City Manager Edward C. Peterson has indicated that the school depart' ment's appropriation may be in' creased "by at least $50,000" if the board of education grants proposed salary lncre!J,ses for teachers. .... THE COUNCIL wllJ meet In ex- ecutive session to consider the budget Immediately following to~ght's hearing. Final council action on proposed city ordinances, which would provide salary increases for 15 municipal officers and employes and about 25 election workers, also ls scheduled for Saturday morning's session in addition to the budget. Bids for the annual audit will be , opened Saturday morning and the council will consider a request by Peterson for permission to transfer funds ln order to balance accounts of various departments. The councll ls scheduled to •recelve a notice from the New Hampshire Public Service commission that a. public hearing wlll be held at 11 am March 4 at the Greenland school auditorium on the Boston and Maine's plan to close Its Greenland depot. l • • • ALSO ON the agenda is a communication from the A. M. Hunt real estate firm of Boston request-1 Ing permission to act In an advisory capacity In the event of a possible sale of Wentworth Acres, Peterson said. Other items to be considered are: A request from the Portsmouth Community Chest for permission to use the Community Center at 7:30 pm March 10. A petition from the National Guard seeking a license to conduct Sunday basketball games at the state armory March 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 6 pm. A request from the Portsmouth Refrigeration service for permission to erect a sign. _I II rI ' I �'! fe'udQ-e t Passes First Test , But Final Total Hinges ()n Teacher Pay Decision -- . I ---- .Salary Boosts WOu'd lncrease SUm S50 000 S' "a~~~~!;;ao~p:::~~ t;a~~y~:. s:~ gestlon and added, "It the assoc!atlon doesn't want the bleachers and huts they can leave them where they are." Councilman John Leary said he felt that the council "owes th '4 ) Athletic association a vote 0 ~ ' l • 1 thanks" for purchasing the bleachr ers and huts, and that ended the Portsmouth'& city council last discussion. night gave Its initial ap l to • • • 1949 bud t prova a EARLIER IN THE MEETING gte!n o! $1, ~,079 but today , Was awa! g poss 1cm: actlo b th after th e budget had been given board of education wh!c n Y e the council's first nod, Councilman to the budget th h would add M ano er $50,000 anary C. Dondero seized an opnually if current pay dema ds ! portunlty to tub-thump for an old teachers are m t n ° project. e· M Public nlring 0 f th rs. Dondero said she approved II& e budget, which the budget but added, "I'm still 111 : tior the raising o! $1,146,827 by favor of making the sti·eet xa on, Will be held Feb. 24. and The hearing Is preliminary to water departments two separate 8 000nd and third readings. The bodies." Her remark went Un.a nswercouncil mw;t sanction the approed. priatloru before Feb. 27. Meanwhile, ln Its study of the Thtf largest single appropriation budget, th e council apparently item 1s $547,981 requested by the adopted a "rob Peter to pay Paul" ,, school department. But ,City Manprinciple by slashing small amounts ager Edward C. Peterson Indicated from one departmental approprlatoday that the appropriation may tlon only to jack up another by a be fhcrea.sed "by at least $SO,OOO" l:f Isimilar amount. Jhe board of education grants The ultimate effect o! the countti~c:hers salary lncrea.ses already ell's appropriation-shifting was to proposed, - . _ _ , , reduce the budget by $1,350 from .• • • ' \ Peterson's estimate submitted for -IF GRANTED, t'he pay increage.s , study last November. wo ul d raise the total salary appro- I prlatlon for teachers to approx!An expected pay hike for th e mately $415,000. The proposed 1949 board of assessors failed to mater. salary appropriation !or the teachlallze when th e council pruned $1,, ers 1s $385,185. , • 800 from a $6,000 salary estimat.e submitted by •Peterson, Th e b oard o! education Is schedul• • ed to meet in executive session to1 morrow night to consider the reTHE SLASH REDUCED the total quested pay increases. appropriation for the assessors deAlthough the council has had the partment to $60 less than the $8,100 budget !or more than two mont'hs, appropriated In 1948. no major and only a !ew minor reBut City Auditor Wilfred s. Young visions wer.., made In Peterson's . received tile go-ahead to spend $3,orlg!nal estimate o! $1,385 ,429 • The 075 to Improve equipment in his of1council :has . considered the Qttdget flee. An extra $3,000 was approved ·, durlng several executive sessions, ' by the council for the improve1nclud1ng a three-hour meeting last ments, which raised the approprianfght, . . tlon for his department to $11,662. : The .c.onncll appeared to be com- This Is approximately $3,000 gTeater ~~l~teJ1 Jn accord with the finished than Peterson's estimate. ~roduct, passing 1t una::11mously !or A $1 ,000 Increase was allotted tQ a._,first reading on the motion o! City Clerk Eileen D. Foley's de.1 1 Councilman Thomas H. Simes. partment to cover a $1,800 pay boost 1 for her. Peterson had previously , • • • A MINOR DISAGREEMENT later estimated that the clerk would be developed, however, when Council- paid $3,000 annually but r ecent man Roland I. Noyes suggested that council action boosted her pay by I $2,680 be appropriated to reimburse , another $1,000. the Portsmouth Athletic association Off-setting this salary increase for !or the purchase o! portable bleach- ' the city clerk, the counciJ recently ers at the Junior high school gym- decided that all fees frnm her ofnasium,. and for. two Quonset hut.a fice should be turned over to the city used !or equipment__ storage. treasury. Peterson's estimate of fee revenue from the city clerk's departIment ls $3: o~o.. • - • . I I I I ,, local Tax Intake wOUId Increase THE LARGEST city departm~nt .\ under the direct supervision of the city manager-highways-escaped slashing as the council accepted Peterson's estimate o! $221,005. The 1948 figure was $216,970. . • City celebrations, such as a centennlal, were wet-blankelect by the , council which stnppcd away $750 earmarked by Peterson for observA proposed blll which would ln' a~~ of t~dty\iOOtl;f annlversary. crease Portsmouth's share o! railso ee mg t e e ects of th e road taxes by more than $11,000 was council's negative qutlook on civic festivities was a $ 600 item set aside aired yeslerday afternoon during a 1 , public hearing In Concord by the for the Fourth of July celebratio_ n. , , d The council reduced this appropnaLegislatures ways an means comtlon to $500 mittee. · The council again showed little Sponsored by City Manager Edenthusiasm over centennial plans ward C. Peterson and flied for him when James Mace of the John B by Rep. Hany H. Foote, PortsRogers Producing company fippeiu·: mouth Ward ~ Republican, the proed before the group after lhe scsposed legislation would revise the slon. method of apportioning railroad Mace asked that the council name taxes to New Hampshire communia special committee to discuss the ties. centennial celebration with him I and indicated that his company dePeterson, Foote and State . Rep. sired to supervise the affair. But Mary C. Dondero of Portsmouth the council paid lit.tie attention to voiced approval of the suggested Mace's request. legislation while the State Tax com• • • mlsslon and Atty. Oen. Ernest ONE OF THE CHANGES made D'Amours were opposed to the bill by tlhe council in the 1949 budget · on the grounds that It would inwas a $2,500 increase for textbooks crease the tax revenue share of the in the school department. School . cltl~s and towns at the expense o! : the state. officials originally hRd requ~sted ' $6,000, but would now receive $8,500.1 Another step by the council was PETERSON TODAY explained to cut the airport commission's snow' that his bill was intended to offset results of a proposed graduated removal account from $3,800 to $1,gross Income tax which would have 800. meant a $38,000 loss to Portsmouth But In a h app Ier f rame of mind, In tax revenue. However, the state the police station janitor-Wllliam Supreme court ruled yesterday that Canty-was given a $180 salary Insuch a gross Income tax would be crease, making his annual salary unconstitutional. under New 8111 ... $2,000. 1 Peterson Talks _1 .:,1 / On Rail Taxes City Manager Edward C. Peterson today appeared before lhe Slate Legislature's ways and means commitlee to explain details of a proposed bill which would revise the method of apportioning railroad taxes to New Hampshire towns. The legislation has been filed by Rep. Harry H. Foote, a Portsmoutl1 Ward 2 RepubJican. Foote said he filed the bill at the request of Peterson. Foote explained that the legislation would mean a $10,000 annual Increase in Portsmouth's share of railroad taxes. Although Peterson declined to predict the future of his proposed legislation, State house observers expressed belief tho t lt would be rejected In view o! the Supreme court's adverse report on the gross Income tax plan. 1 I! adopted, however, Peterson's measure would mean substantial In- · creases In railroad tax revenue for other communities In the state. • • • THE PRESEN'l' share of railroad tax 1·evenue now distributed and the amount which the communities would receive under Peterson's plan follow: Portsmouth, now receiving $7,990, would be given $19 ,65 3; Nashua, $10,025 to $29,588; Manchester, $7,782 1 to $74,914; Dover, $13,458 to $20,632; Concord, $11,891 to $36,458; Exeter, $1,910 to $5,081; Seabrook, $313 to $729; Hamp ton, $1,289 to $1,462; Hampton Falls, $90 to $309; Rye, $103 to ~984; N11wmarket, $1,224 to $1,691; Greenland, $345 to $408; Tpwf1rlr1 s ~r.11 tn ~1 R~6: · Durham I �Municipal- Spending COUnCif 1~· OK'S /$27~000 B~low Costs 7 ·~ stimated i_f 0 r 194. · BudQef I \ • • • [City Manager Contrasts Saving r. C., M f R. I Y US a1se To 1947 Overage ::~:~~at~~=~~~:~e~:~: :;~i $1150 547 . THE INCREASED COST of board and care, food, shelter end hospital expenses accountG for the over-draft, according to Peterson's report. Several other departments eJso 1 tor, $270; tax collector, $973; welght.s aatd mea.sures, $50; unclassified acPortsmouth saved approximately count, $318; l\nd municipal Indebt$27,000 of Its 1948 municipal appro- edness, $151. Meanwhile, revenue-from other priation of $1,321,159, City Manager 0 0 Edward o. Peterson reported today. Peterson explained that expendlWhile automobile permits yielded tures In.st year were $43,242 less than appropriations. Outstanding bills, $5,000 more than anticipated, payI however, shaved the savings to $27,- ments In lieu of taxe.~ from the Wentworth Acres was $18,000 less 000, Peterson added. , Peterson said comparative figures than expected. • • • 1 for 1947 and 1948 showed that In HOWEVER. the loss on Acres rev1947, expenditures went• $12,253 beyond appropriations. The 1947 fig- enue was partially off-set by a $2,000 ures are based on an audit bv the Nathaniel F. Bigelow, Jr., fir~ of increase from state credits; $1,600 from school tuition; nearly $4.000 Manchester, he added. miscellaneous; and $19,000 in over• • • lay. ONE OF TIIE largest unpaid bills Principal saving In the school det.o be paid Jn 1948 Is $7,332 due the State Employes retirement fund. An partment was about $7,500 in the additional $2,639 must be allotted to teachers' salary account, according the water department for water used to Superintendent Beal, who exlast year at the municipal pool at plained that $5,000 of that amount was appropriated for the salaries of Peirce Island. Another $1,000 mu.st be provided substitute teachers. Other substnntial savings in the for the salary of Francis T. Malloy, municipal recreation director. Lesser school department were $2,800 from bills amounting to $650, also must the State Teachers' Retirement fund; $753-, clerical help; and other be paid, Peterson said. The largest single departmental minor accounts. Pa,r t of the saving in the recreasaving 1n 1948 was about $8,000 reported by School Supt. RaYmond I. tion department was credited to the Beal, whose spending ls not under Community center where $1 ,500 less than the appropriation of $14,115 the control of the city manager. In the departments headed by was spent. Peterson t.oclny i:ald revenue from Peterson a balance of $4,715 was reported by the recreation department the Community center hnd been far and $6,871 was unexpended In the less than tihe $11 ,000 expected. Only contingent account. $4,991 was received in 1948. • • • Peterson explained t..hat there ANOTHER LARGE SAVING was were appaa·ently less public affairs made In the appropriation for pub- and other revenue paying activities lic buildings and places where $3,- at the center la.st year. 744 remained from the 1948 ac"Now we know that we can excount,, pect about $5,000 a1Ill1ually In revHighways reported & "black Ink" enue from tJhe cen,ter," Peterson !igur11 of $3,471. This Is the largest said. He added that hL.~ 1948 estimate single department under Peterson•• was based on 1947 financial figures . control and was appropriated $216,970 last year. other departments reporting balances were the assessors, $1,3821 city clerk $1,648; city mannger, $218: llreMurer, $105; fire department, $1,382; fire ala.rm, $207; heal!Jh, $751; comfort station, $1 ,273; wires and poles, $79; legal, $1,200; pollc~, $2,329; planning board, $1,469; publlc llbrazy, $42; and city celebra.tlons, $3. Heading the departments which over expended their 1948 approprlat.lone wns welfare, which was $2,363 1n the "red." f f • 7r, ' •· (v :~:n$::;~~~ :~~:t:!· ii ~!~e;.::: Through Taxes Portsmouth will opera.to on a $1,387,799 budget In 1949, the city council drclded this morning 1n passing the record figure through e. second reading and then suspending rules for a third and final reading. Counc!lman Mary C. Dondero was the only member at the special session on record es opposed to the budget which Included amendments adding $3,720 to the original figure. An estimated $1 ,150,547 of the budget will be raised by taxation. • • • engaged in sharp dispute with Mayor Cec!l M. Neal on the elements of parliamentary courtesy, lambasted a request by the Seacoast Rrglonnl Development association for $500 In addition to Its original petition f6r $500, and concluded her lengthy objections with an attack on the University of New HampsWre extension service's request for a. $1,000 allotment. Inadvertently, Mrs. Dondero "spilled the beans,. on the unexpectedly high cost of Rockingham county government this year. The city budget allotted $116,000 for the city's share of taxes payable to the county. Lt Is not enough, Mrs. Dondero contended. "This year," she said, "the county commissioners' budget is calling for $391,000. The $116,000 the council has already alloted Is by no means enough." Mrs. Dondero's long argument opened when she accused Mayor Nenl of holding a private conversation with Councilman Richman s. Marges()n whllA she had the floor. l\lRS. DONDERO • • • AT TIIE Tll\lE, Mrs. Dondero was appealing for a $5 Increase In the weekly salaries of three Comfort Station matrons. Their present salaries are $25. Suddenly, Mrs. Dondero wheeled on Mayor Neal and charged that she overheard him say to Counc!lman Margeson, "Let's vote this down." Neal snapped: "I don't think I have to listen to anything you have to say about that. I have a right to conversation and you may go ahead with your discussion." Unexpected support for Mrs. Dondero came from Councilman Frank E. Paterson who complained: • • • "I AGREE with Mrs. Dondero. I've seen this happen before. There have been conversations at one end of the table, in the middle, and at the other end, wh!le other counc!lmen were on their feet discussing motion. I think we should put a stop to it." Mrs. Dondero then lined her attack on the Seacoast association. "We don't know where their•money goes," she charged. Paterson, however, explained, "We discussed this thoroughly in executive session and the council has agreed we should have an accounting." The $500 was then granted t.o the association on the ground that an Itemized acco.untlng be made. Councilman Lester R. Whitaker claimed that the council's decision was a "vote of confidence" in the Seacoast association. "Then why don"t we give a similar vote of confidence to the Chamber of Commerce?" countered Mrs. Dondero. Robe:nt E. Whalen, clhairrnan of the retaU board of the Chamber of Commerce, then MO.SC as a "cLtizen" to "point out that tihe Chamber of Commerce Is doing a conscientious job." Whalen appealed for "more council suppor,t in view of the serious business conditions In Portsmouth and the falling off In employment at the Portsmouth naval shipya:rd." • • • HIS COM:J\tENTS were accepted without discussion and no action was taken upon them. On the subject of the extension service request for $1,000, Mrs. Don- . dero cracked: "It's nice to vote $1,000 so that a woman can come from Exeter and st,t down-maybe some Portsmouth womnn ,would like bhe job." The council al.so voted to: Approve use of the Community Center by the Portsmouth Community Chest on March 10. . Grant 11, license to the National Guard of New HampsWre for Sunday basketball. Approve sign petitions from :Portsmouth Refrigeration Service, Islington street, and from James Glovanls of Daniels street. �LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES There will be a. public hearing on the Municipal Budget or the City ot Portsmouth, New J\Iampshlre, to be held at the Council Chamber at- City Ha.11 on Thursday, February 24th, at 7:00 PM. The budget submitted ls as follows: ANNUAL APPROPRIATION BILL OF THE CITY OF PORTSMOUTH, NEW HAMPSHIRE, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1949 A Resolution. making appropriation o! sums o! money for all necessary expenditures o! the City or Portsmouth, New Hampshire, for t.he fiscal year ending December 31, 1949. RESOLVED:' By the City Council or the City of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, assembled as follows: That there shall be raised, and there Is hereby ordered to be raised on the polls and the ratable estate within said Olty, the sum of One MilHon One Hunclxed Forty-Six Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Seven Dollars and Five Cents !$1,146,827.05} to defray the expense of the City tor the fiscal year or 1049, which, together with the sums that may be received !rom !lne.s, interest, taxes on rallroads, savings banks, income from 'intangibles and other sources shall be appropriated tor the specific purposes stated and shall be made avallable to the several departments named in such amounts as the City Council shall allot. All transfers shall be made In accordance with Section 41 of Chapter 398 o! the Acts ot 1947 entitled "An Act to Amend the Charter of the City or Portsmouth." PARAGRAPH ONE For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE ASSESSORS DEPARTMENT". the sum of Eight Thousand Forty Dollars ($8,040.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 1. Salaries of Members $4,200.00 2. Salary of Office Cihk 1,720.00 3. Extra Clerical 300.00 , 4. Tax Books 200.00 • 11 5. Johrf W. Green (Transfers & Recording) 400.00 I 6. John W. Durgin (Plans) 500.00 1 -<7. Auto Hire 100.00 8. State Tax Meetings 50.00 9. omce Supplies 450.00 10. Telephone Expense 100.00 11. Insurance 20.00 $ 8.Q4.0.00 PARAGRAPH TWO For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE 1I AUDITOR'S DEPARTMENT," a division of the Department of Finance, the sum o! Eleven Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Two Dollars ($11,662 .00) , 1s appropriated !rom the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 12. Salary of Auditor $4,000.00 13. Office Clerical, lnc Extra Clerical 2,000.00 14. Office Expense 475.00 15. Telephone Expense 100.00 1 16, omoe Equipment 3,075.00 17. Insurance 12.00 \l 18. Cost of Annual Audit 2,000.00 $ 11,662.00 I PARAGRAPH THREE . For the current expenses or the department to be known as ''THE , CITY CLERK'S DEPARTMENT" the sum or Fl!leen Thousand Two I ' Hundred Twenty Dollars ($15,220.00) Is appropriated from the Corporate 1 Fund to be apportioned as follows: , 19. Salary or City Clerk $4,000.00 ) 20 •. Salarles of Office Clerical 2,580.00 21. Telephone Expense 160.00 • · 22. Office Supplies & Expense 800.00 23. Taxi, 'Bicycle & Dog Licenses 300.00 24. Bond and Insurance 30.00 25. Jury Drawing 100.00 26. Vital Statistics 1,250.00 27. Elections 6,000.00 $ 15,220 .00 I j PARAGRAPH FOUR "THE F'or t,he current C'xpcmcs of the d cpn1-L n1cnt, lo be known as d Flft CITY MANAGER'S DEPARTMENT" the sum or Eleven ~hou ~an y; One Dollars l$11,051.00} Is appropriated from the Corpo1ate Fund to b apportioned as follows: $8,000.00 28. Salary of City Manager . 2,200.00 29. Salary ot Secretary to City Manager 400.00 30. Office Supplies , 176.00 31. Telephone Expense 200.00 32. Transportation and Expense $ 11,051.00 76.00 33. Insurance I PARAGRAPH FIVE For the current expenses of the department lo b e k nown as "THE COLLECTOR'S DEPARTMENT" the sum of Five ~housand Nine Hundred seventy-Three Dollars ($5,973.00) is appropnated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: $3,000.00 34. Salary of Collector 1,720.00 35. Salary or Office Clerk 300.00 36 . Extra Clerical JOO 00 37. Telephone Expense 3:1 1.00 38 . Bonds and Insurance 35 00 39. Tnx Sales 472 .00 40. Office Supplies $ 5,073 .00 15.00 41. Advertising PARAGRAPH SIX For the current expenses of the department Lo b e k nowu us· '"TIIE CITY TREASURER'S DEPARTMENT," a divl~lon or the Department_~~ Finance the sum or Three Thousand Nine Hundrcct Fifty Dolla1 s ($~.050.00) Is apJ)ropr!a led from the Corpornlc l•'1111d to be u pportloned a~ follows: $2,750 .00 42. Salary or City Treasurer 500 00 43. Salary of Extra Clerical 110.00 44. Telephone Expense 366.00 45. Office Supplies $ 3 ,050.00 224 .00 46. Bonding and Insurance I PARAGRAPH SEVEN • For the current expenses of the department to be known as '·THE FIRE DEPARTMENT" the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-Five Dollars and Thirty-Tw~ Cents ($65,38~.32) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows. 47 Salaries Board of Engineers $9,425.00 48. Salaries Permanent Men 38,500.00 49: Salaries Call Men 0,340.00 300.00 50. S upp ries . , 350 00 51. Gas & 011 · 52. Auto. Maint. 800.00 53. Light & Power 225.00 54 Telephone 400.00 55: 1', ucl 000 00 I 56. Water 75.00 57. Incidental Expense 300.00 58. Insurance .1,400.32 59. State Retirement Fund 1,700.00 60. Uniforms 1,020.00 61. Ambulance Maint. 300 00 62. Building Maint. 300 .00 63. Radio Maint. 50.00 $ 65,385.32 PARAGRAPH EIGHT For the current expenses of the department lo be known as "THE FIRE ALARM DEPARTMENT" the sum of Two Thousand Sixty_Dollars ($2,060.00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund lo be apportioned as follows: 64. Salary of Superintendent $600.00 65. General repairs & construction 800.00 66. Electric Power 25.00 57. Time Signals 35.00 68. New box on Sagamore Ave. Installed 600.00 $ 2,060.00 PARAGRAPH NINE For the current expenses or the department lo be known as "THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT" the sum of Five Thousa nct One Hundred Sixty Dollars ($5,160 .00) ls appropriated from the Corpornlc l•' uncl lo be apportioned as follows: 69 . City Physician $800.00 70. Sanitary In~pcctor 1,000.00 71. Plumbing Inspector 1,000.00 72. Meat Inspector 400.00 73. Office Clerk 1,560.00 74 . Members-Board of Health 100.00 75. Office Supplies 300.00 $ 5,160.00 I �PARAGRAPH· TEN For lhe current expenses or the department to be known as "THE J COMFORT STATION DEPARTMENT" the sum of Eleven Thousand Six Hundred Ten Dollars ($11,610.00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 76. Salaries of Janitors (3 @ $30 Wk) $4.860.00 77. Salaries of Matrons (3 @ $25 Wk) 4,050.00 78. Fuel 1,000.00 79. Lighting 400.00 80. Water 400.00 81. Insurance 200.00 82. Supplies 700.00 $ 11,610.00 I 1 I PARAGRAPH ELEVEN ' For the current expenses of the department lo be known as "THE j }lIGHWAY DEPARTMENT," a division of the . Department of Publ,lc Works, the sum of Two Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Five Dollars I ($221,005.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 83. Salary of Superintendent $2,000.00 84. Salary of Office Clerks 4,485.00 85. Sal. Foremen & Engr. Aid 6,850.00 86. Office Expense 500.00 87. Street Payroll 33,000.00 88. Street Cleaning 10,000.00 B!J. Ash Collection 10,000.00 !JO. Dump Mnlnt. 4,700.00 91. Tree Expense 4,000.00 92. Materials & Supplies 2,000.00 93. Tools & Equipment 2,000.00 94. Repairs to Equipment 4,500.00 95. Road Materials 22,000 00 96. Gas & Oil 6,000.00 97. Repairs to Trucks 5,000.00 98. Sewer Maintenance 14,000.00 99. Snow Removal & Sanding 30.000 .00 100. In urance 5,000.00 101. State Aid Class V. Maint. 1,020.00 I 102. Sidewalk Maintenance 3,000.00 1 103, Sidewalk Construction 2,000.00 104. Sidewalk Construction 50/50 2,000.00 1,000.00 1105. Bridges-Upkeep & Repairs 106. Pn1 ks & Phtygrouncls-Pnyroll & Upkeep 7,200.00 107. Pnrks & Playgrounds-Equip. & Suppl!es 300.00 108. Parks & Playgrounds-Water 50.00 10!!. Slreet Lights 29,400.00 $221,006.00 PARAGRAPH TWELVE For the current expenses or the department to be known as "1:HE INSPECTION OF BUILDINGS DEPARTMENT" the um of One Thousand Twenty-Five Dollars ($1.025.00) ls approprlaled from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 110. Salary of Inspector $1,000.00 111. Ofrlce Expense 2fi.00 $ 1,025.00 PARAGRAPH THIRTEEN For the current expenses of the department lo be known as "THE INSPECTION OF WIRE AND POLES DEPARTMENT" the sum of Seven Hundred Twenty-Six Dollars ($726.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 112. Salary of Inspector $600.00 113. Telephone Expense 36.00 114. Use of Car 90.00 $ 726.00 PARAGRAPH FOURTEEN For lho current expenses of the department to be known as "THE LEGAL DEPAR.TMENT" the sum of Four Thousand Eight Hundred Three Dollars ($4,803.00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned ns followi;: 115. Salary or Clly Solicitor $1 ,800.00 116. Justice of Municipal Court $1 ,800.00 117. As.•oclnte Justice of Municipal Court 40000 118. Clerk of Munlclpnl Court 800.00 119. In~urnnce 3.00 $ 4,803.00 PARAGRAPH FIFTEEN For the current expenses or the department to be known as "THE POLICE DEPARTMENT" the sum or Ninety-Four Thousand Six Hundred Eighty Dollars ($94,680.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 120. Salary or Police Commissioners $ 350.00 121. Salary of City Marshal 3,800.00 122. Salary of Assistant Marshal 3,200.00 123. Salary of Captains (2) 6,200.00 124. Salary or Inspector 3,100.00 125. Salary of Sergeants (2) 6,200.00 126. Salary or Patrolmen <19) 56,050.00 127. Retirement Fund 4,550.00 128. Uniform Allowance 2,600.00 129. Telephone Expense 900.00 130. Auto Maintenance 1.430.00 131. Supplies & O!Ilce Equipment 1,500.00 132. Insurance 1,600.00 133. New Cruiser 1,200.00 134. Janitor 2,000.00 $94,680.00 PARAG~APH SIXTEEN For the current expenses or the department to be known as "THE WELFAnE DEPARTMENT" the sum of Sixty-Six Thousand Four • Ilunclrcd Five Dollars l0G,405.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate · Fund lo be apportioned as follows: 135. Food $ 7,000.00 136. Shelter , 2,800.00 . 137. Clothing 300.00 138. Fuel 1,300.00 139. Medical 300.00 140. Hospital 7,000.00 141. Cash Allowance 800.00 142. Gas, Light & Water 25.00 143. 144. 145. 14G. 147. Board & Care Other Expenses Salary of Overseer Office Expenses Oliice Supplies 14R. Insurance 149. Old Age Assistance 12,500.00 400.00 1,800.00 100.00 75.00 5.00 32,000.00 $66,405.00 PARAGRAPH SEVENTEEN For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE PLANNING BOARD" the sum of Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 150. Expenses $2,000.00 $2,000.00 PARAGRAPH EIGHTEEN For the current expensrs or the dc-pnrtment to be known as "PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND PLACES" the sum of Ten Thousand Five Hundred Eighty Dollars ($10,580.00) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 151. Building Supplies $ 700,00 152. Building Repairs 1,000.00 153. Fuel 1,500.00 154. Light 1,000.00 155. Extra Labor 500.00 156. Janitor 2,615 .00 15'7. Cemeteries 650.00 158. Care and Maintenance of Clocks 275.00 159. Insurance 440.00 160. Incidental Building Expense 2,000.00 $10,580.00 PARAQRAPH NINETEEN For lite current expenses of the department to be known as "THE PUBLIC LIBRARY" the sum of Fourteen Thousand Six Hundred FiftyThree Dollars 04,653 .00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be npporllo11ed as follows: 161. Salaries $9,805.00 rn2. New Books 1,500.00 163. Binding 300.00 164. Periodicals 275.00 165. Supplies 450.00 166. Heat 1,100.00 I 167. Light 325.00 , 168. Equipment 100.00 : 169. Waler 20.00 1 170. Ordinary Repairs & Expense 500.00 j 170a. Insurance 278.00 $14,653.00 �I' I I PARAGRAPH TWENTY PARAGRAPH TWENTY-SEVEN ;For· the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE , To provide for the expenses of Items to be known as "THE UNCLASSIRECREATION DEPARiTMENT" the sum of Thirty-Three Thousand FIED ACCOUNT" the sum of Seventeen Thousand Two Hundred TwenSeventy-Five Dollars ($33,075.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate ty-Five Dollars ($17,225 .00) ib appropri a ted from the Corporate Fund lo be Fund to be apportioned as follows: apportioned as follow s : 171, Playgrounds Including Salaries $ 7,350.00 172. Swimming Pools Incl. Salaries 211. Seacoast R egional Develop. Assoc. 500.00 $ 6,200.00 173. Skating Rinks 212. Veterans' Temporary Memorial 25.00 500.00 213. Discount on Taxes 174. Portsmouth Community Center 7,000.00 12,100.00 175. Band Concerts 500.00 214. City Reports 176. Maintenance & Construction 1,000.00 6,425.00 $33,075.00 1, 215. RetircmcnL <City Contribution) 8,700.00 $ 17,225.00 PARAGRAPH TWENTY-ONE PARAGRAPH TWENTY-EIGHT For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE For the current expenses in connection with "MUNICIPAL INDEBTSCHOOL DEPARTMENT" the sum of Five Hundred Forty-Seven ThousEDNESS" the sum of Ninety-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Eight Dollars and Nine Hundred Eighty-One Dollars and Ninety-Eight Cents ($547,and Seventy-Five Cents is appropriated fl-om the Corporate Fund to be 981.98) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as apportioned as follows: · 'follows: 177. Supervision 216. Payment on Bonded Indebtedness $3,725.00 $ 85,000.00 178. Clerks 217. Interest on Bonded Indebtedness 6,100.00 9,333.75 r 218. Discount on Revenue Notes 179. Truant Officer 1,080.00 3,000.00 I I 219. Expense re R evenue Notes 180. Other Expenses of Administration 1,200.00 275.00 $ 97,608.75 181. Salaries of Teachers 365,185.00 SUMMARY 182. ,Text Books 8,500.00 Total Corporate appropriations for the fiscal year 183. Pupils' Supplies 10,000.00 c:ncting December 31, 1949 184. Flags 100.00 $1,384,070.05 To be provided for as follows: 185. Other Expenses of Instruction 2,500.00 ESTIMATED INCOME: 186. High & Junior High Clerks 5,250.00 187, Salaries of Janitors Fines and Cos ts 32,810.00 $ 6,000.00 188. Fuel Interest, 011 Taxes nnd Sales 15,300.00 6,000.00 189. Water · Licenses 900.00 5,500.00 ' ! 190, Light & P6wer Auto Reg. Permits 5,000.00 35,000.00 191. Janitors' Supplies Fees 3,000.00 3,000.00 192. Minor Repairs & Expenses State Credits : 15,000.00 193. Insurance Interes t & Dividends 5,621.16 22,000.00 194. Health R a ilroads 7,508.00 7,500.00 195. Transportetlon Savlngs Banks 14,500.00 10,000.00 196. Retirement Bldg. & Loan Association 30,468.82 250.00 197. Per Capita Tax S chool s : 6,284.00 198. New Equipment State Aid 2,000.00 48.807.00 199:New Buildings Tuition 5,950.00 $547,98Ul8 25,695.00 Dog Taxes 2,000.00 PARAGRAPH TWENTY-TWO Rental School Bldgs. 1,000.00 I For the current expenses of the department to be known as Payment in lieu of Taxes (NHA) 32,000.00 P arking Fines "WEIGHTS AND MEASURES" the sum · of Five Hundred Dollars , 2,500.00 ($500.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as City Ambula nce Rental 2,500.00 follows: · Community Center 4,500.00 , 200. Salanl of Sealer $ 400.00 Miscellaneous Inc Recreation 6,500.00 201. Expense •' 50.00 Rents-City Property 5,500.00 202. Transportation J 50.00 Highway Department 500.00 $ 12,000.00 PARAGRAPH TWENTY-THREE 1 • For the current expenses of the Committee to be known as "THE AIR- PORT COMMISSION" the sum of Four Thousand Eight Hundred Dollars 1($4,800.00) t., appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: . 203, Electricity 1 500.00 204. Electrician (Labor & Materials) 500.00 205. Snow Removal 1,800.00 206. Grass Cutting 600.00 207. Tetrahedron 400.00 • 208. Replacement Lights 1,000.00 $ 4,800.00 PARAGRAPH TWENTY-FOUR . For the payment of unforeseen and emergency expenses to be known as, the "CONTINGENT ACCOUNT'' the sum of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) is appropriated from the Corporate'Fund. $10,000.00 I PARAGRAPH TWENTY-FIVE To provide for the County Tax as assessed by the Commissioners of Rockingham County the sum of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Dollars ($116,000.00) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund. $116,000.00 PARAGRAPH TWENTY-SIX For the expenses of "CITY CELEBRATIONS" the sum of Nine Hundred ($900.00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 209. Memorial Day Observance $ 400.00 210, Fourth of July Celebration 500.00 $ 900.00 $ 237,252 .00 Revenue from Taxes $1,146,827.05 I Total Corporate Revenue (estimated) for the Fiscal year ending December .31, 1049 $1 ,384,070.05 MUNICIPAL BOND STATEMENT- 1949 Total Issued Junior High School October 1, 1930 370,000.00 Public Jmprovt. & Equip. April 1, 1934 75,000.00 Sewer, Highwa y & Equip . August 1, 1935 64,000.00 Street, Sewer & Equip. March 1, 1936 50,000.00 Perm. Improvt. August 1, 1939 50,000.00 Perm. Improvt. & Equip. May 1, 1940 55,000.00 Perm . Improvt. August. I, 1941 65,000.00 Perm. Improvt. March 1, 19-(2 60,000.00 Bt;idge (Atlantic H eighLs) November I, 1942 48,000.00 Perm. Improvt. August 1, 1946 400,000.00 Improvt. & Equip. October I, 1947 85,000.00 TOTALS 1,322,000.00 Total Outstanding Paymeni-1949 Paid Dec. 31, 1948 Principal Interest 334,000.00 36,000.00 18,000.00 1,530.00 56,000.00 19,000.00 4,000.00 695.00 49,000.00 15,000.00 3,000.00 375.00 30,000.00 20,000.00 2,500.00 468.75 45,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 62.50 44,000.00 . 11,000.00 5,500.00 165.00 49,000.00 16,000.00 7,000.00 200.00 36,000.00 24,000.00 6,000.00 262 50 30,000.00 18,000.00 5,000.00 225.00 40,000.00 360,000.00 20,000.00 4,500.00 9,000.00 76,000.00 9,900.00 050.00 85,000.00 9,333.75 --722,000.00 600,000.00 --- �, '· , SECTION 11 21 PARAGRAPH ONE For thr currrnt expenses and capital outlays ot the drpartment to be known as "THE WATER DEPARTMENT", a division o! the Public Works Department, the sum of One Hundred Slxty~Three Thousand Eight Hundred Forty-Seven Dollars and Fifty Cents ($163,847.60) Is appropriated !rom the revenues and l'Csources of the Water Department to be apportioned as :follows: 500. Suprrlnf endrnre $ 6.050.00 501. Pumping Station Labor 20,000.00 502. Pumping Station Supplies & Expense 2,500.00 503. Purlflca tlon 150.00 504. Fuel for Power and Heat 4,000.00 505. Power Purchn srd 21,000.00 506. Repairs Wafrr Supply St.ructure 300.00 507. flrpnirs Pumping Sln. Si rnclurc 2,000.00 508. Superlntrndrnrr 7,580.00 609. Meter DrpL. Operating Labor 1,056.00 510. Meter Drpt. Supplies & Expense 100.0() 611. Other Distribution Expense 380.00 512. nepnlrs to Mnins 7,750.00 513. Rrp::ilrs to Waler Storage 3,500.00 511. Rrpalrs to f;rrvirrs 10,000.00 515. nrpnlrs to Ilydrnnls 900.00 !HG. nepnlrn lo Mrtrrs 5,000.00 517. Commercial OITice Salaries 6,508.00 518. Mrter Rcadrr Salaries 4,576.00 510. Sal::try-Grncrnl OIT!ce Clerk 860.00 520. GmcrnJ 01Tlre Expense 1,000.00 521. General Expense 200.00 ,522. Insurance 1,800.00 523. Statloner,v & I'rintlni. 0.00 524. Stores & Shop Exprnse 1,000.00 52.'i. Garage & Automobile Expense 2,000.00 526. Nrw l\foins 5,000.00 527. New SPrvlcrs 7.500.00 528. New II,vdranfs 1,000.00 529. Fu11drct Debt 35,000.00 530. Jntrrest 937.50 531. Refiremen't 4,200.00 $163,847.50 E.~f.fmnlrd Hcvrnuo $165,000.00 PARAGRAPH TWO For fhr c11nr11f rxprnscs nnd capital outln:ys 'for parking meters and mnlnl,cnnnrr of parking spaces nnd areas the sum o! Eight Thousand EIRht Hundred Ninety-Five Dollars ($8,895.00) Is appropriated from the revenues and resources of the "PARKING METER ACCOUNT" to be apportioned as follows: 532. Salaries-2 OITicers $5,000.00 533. Retirement Fund-1 omcer 150.00 534. Uniform Allowance 200.00 53!), nnnk Chnrgc 420.00 53G. Meter Repairs 630.00 537. Insurance & Bondini. 95.00 538. Parking Area Expense 500.00 539. Safrt.v Si!;'ns 2,000.00 $ 8,895.00 Estimntccl In come for 1949 $3G,000.00 J\ttcst: Eileen Foley, City Clerk A True Copy .Attest: Eileen Folef, Cltf Clerk - - - - - -- -- - - - �Ci.ty Manager epe Ei.led by Rep. Sqm .W.ith . State Lea isl Local Democrat Keeps ·s,•1enf .0nproposa '2 1 . TUE SAM~ ·R;P~ESENTATIVE remarked, "Personally, I favo1• the manager Idea and am going to sea ~ f {_ · A bill seeking to return Portsmouth to 1ta diilcarded mayor-counell form ot government was Introduced into the House of Representa• tives today. The measure, sponsored by Dell}Oci'atlc Rep. Sam Alessi, provides for a referendum. Its other provisions, however, remained unavailable today as !ta author decllned to describe its contents. If the House follows Its normal procedure, the bill will be referred to the 10-man Portsmouth delegatiott for stucty. That body will set the time and place for public hearings, probably to be held In Portsmouth. It is bel!eved the bill-reportedly flied a, few moments before ·Rep. Mary C. Dondero could put a simlliar measure In the House hoppercalls for a referendum Nov. a, the (e:::Tc:;~:::\f the delega1\tton profess to be "still in the dark" on Alessl's bill. One member told Th ■ Portsmouth Herald this morning that he had not been granted an opportunity to Inspect the bill. From the time o! his election, Alessi, the father of a city hall worker, has made known his opposition to the manager plan b'ut repcrtedly has kept even his fellow delegates uninformed on his intentions. One item figuring today in local speculation on the Alessi bill is the manner and form of t.he referendum. , ,Several representatives have , VOI0!!d determination that the bill -require a majority of all the ,,oters favoring repeal of the manager 'plan before it is abandoned. ' A Democratic member put 1t thls way: . 1 "The Republlcans 1Jxed It two years ago so the city manager peo,ple had to get a majority o! all the people voting before they could get city manager government 1n here. So why shouldn't opponent-s of city managership have to get that same majority to get it out." However, another source observed that with the known Democratic op' position to city managership and that party's control of the delegation; the "chances are" that it wlll , not have the majority clause, unless 1 the Portsmouth people "force" them to ut it_ln. _ _ I I • s re 'I 'Majority' Needed ' lt gets fair play on any referendum." Other speculation on the Alessi bill involves the old board of street commissioners. Several persons have asked, "If we go back to the mayor form of government, does that mean we get back the street commissioners?" Even two such divergent political personalities as Mrs. Dondero and Republican Rep. Rae S. Laraba have publicly expressed their opposition to "getting back the street comm4>sloners." Representative Laraba Is one of the Portsmouth delegation Insisting on a "majority" clause referendum. I "If we have a referendum, that's the only fair way to do it," Laraba said recently. ------- In Manager Repeal Part of the curtain of uncertainty surrounding ltglslatlon to abolish Portsmouth's city manager government was lifted today when It was learned that__ 3% of the voters in the last municipal election must petition for a referendum. The so-called Alessi bill provides that If 3% of the 7,250 persons who voted In Nove1nbcr, 1947 ask for a repeal referendum 30 days before the Nov. 8 election this year, the following question must be placed on the ballot: "Shall the city manager form of charter be repealed and the city eha1·ter by which the city of Portsmouth was governed on Dec. 31, 1947 be reinstated and adopted in Its entirety?" The usual "yes" or "no" boxes are provided for and the measure also requires that "a majority of all voters voting at said election shall vote 'yes' upon the quest.Ion" before the manager plan can be abandoned. This clause Is similar to the famous "joker'' Inserted by anti. city manager forces two years ago In a last ditch fight to beat the manager plan. At that time the act required that a majority of the 7,250 voters who balloted had to approve city manager government before It could be established. The margin needed then to create city managership was 3,626. Rep. Harry II. Foote, who told The Portsmouth Herald that Rep. Public Hearing )\ Slated Tomorrow On Courthouse Bill ·~ i- A public hearing is scheduled for tomorrow In Concord on a bill propo.slng the abolishment or the Superior court's April teim In Portsmouth, The time of the hearing Is Indefinitely set as "immediately after adjournment" of the Gener-al Court ~nct It ls to be held in Room 100 of the State house before Rockingham county's 45-man county convention. A veteran Portsmouth legislator said today that "adjournment can , come any time after 12 o'clock" and he advised anyone planning to at1 tend the hearing "to get there State street structure as an "excelearly." lent" location for a city hall, pro• • • THE COUJtTIIOUSE BILL, center viding the city can also acqulrre the of controversy in county legal and county jail on Penhallow street. • • • political circles, was introduced into THE ARGUMENTS pro and COil the Gene1'al Court by Rep. W . Doughave apparently spilt the county las Scamman of Stratham. Scamman contends that $5 ,000 an- delegation Into east a.nd west factions with,those in the Exeter area nually can be saved in Rockingham strongly in favor of two Exeter county Ir the Pmtsmouth coudterms of court. housc Is clo.sed1 However, a Portsmouth represenA survey by The Portamouth Herald Indicated that opinion among local tatlve said Y :,Lcrday tha,t a large lawyers on the Issue is about evenly number of delegates have not yet divided with e. slight majority fav- made up their minds on tlhe courtoring continuance of the April term. house issue. Portsmouth's city manager, Ed"I hope a 1qt of people turn out warrd C. Peterson has described the) for the hearing because I want to know what the sentiment ls before (Please 'turn to page three) I vote on the maitter," the dele- . - - - gate said. I I Sam Alessl's blll was not yet printed, said that repeal would be effective as soon as a majority of the voters balloting approve the referendum. The section llfOviding for a petition before the repeal act can be placed on the ballot would be In effect as soon as the measure Is passed by the Gener• al Court and slgne1l by the governor. The apparent effect ot ,the bill would be to put the city back where It was on Dec. 31, 1947, with a mayor-council type of administration. Alessi's proposal to readopt the old ~ystem In Its entirety would restore the board of street eommissiuners to Its position seml-lndepentlence of the council. Further, It would bring back Into existenc·e the partisan form of elect.Ion prev-tlent until Dec. 31, 1947 when the two political parties staged all-out battles to Install their candidates in public office. At least two of the 10-man Portsmouth delegation - Re11s . Mary C. Dondero and Rae S. Laraba-nave exprrsscd their opposition to any retum of the board of street commissioners. Although tht' blll apparently does not make any provision, It Is believed that If the anti-city manager forces win their fight to repeal the two-year-old act there must be a second election of municipal ofl'icers. Two years ago, the overthrow of the mayoralt,y government necessitated a second election at which there were more than 50 candidates for city coun ell seats. But that election followed a re- · count or thu referendum ballots after the city 1manager plan had apparently sufle:red a defeat at the hands of the 1,oters. �Student-Raps City·Budget As a 'Cloudy Docum¢nt' In Lively CounC:il Session YOung ep N hew . Of Mrs DOndero I•1S'LOop HOIes 1 1 -_ • t ·i ' · r A 21-year-old University of New Hampshire gtudent lashed out at Portsmouth'! 1949 municipal budget as "a cloudy document" last night, later flayed the council's practice or holding "closed meetings" nnd was ordered by Mayor Cecll M. Neal In a curt mllltary tone to "keep to the budget or sit down." Robert J, Murphy, Jr., of 344 Parrott avenue, a nephew of CouncllmRn Mary C. Dondero and a war veteran studying government, repeatedly challenged "loop holes" 1n 1 the budget and assailed CltY. Manager Edward C. Peterson and the present administration for more than 60 minutes during a public hearing punctuated by frequent verbal clashes among the obviously embarrassed councll members. The sizzling M"gurnenta, which delighted the 50 or more spectator,, 1rea.ohed the boiling paint when Oouncllman William J. Llnchey flatly e.cclll!ed Mrs. Dondero of "plamlng" her nephew at tJhe hen.ring 1md Councilman Thom.as H. Simes demanded that his colleaguea "dis· pense with the bro.wllng," " I • • • THE HEARING opened with a requMt for information from Mid Ka.therlne P. Flanagan of 128 Sher- burne avenue, a Portsmouth high school teacher, t1J1d member of the tec.iol1~a• eonun!ttee woe:kill.1f tor teacher &&laey !nc.reMes. Ml~ Flanapn Mked Mayor Neal whether MY provisions oould be made in the budget !01· the propo.5ed salary increases and the mayor explained tbo.t he didn't see how they oould, ' Murphy, a tall, light-ha.Ired for• mer army eergeant, took the floor rut 7:20 with the budget tn his hand and opened his remM"k.a with: • • • "I WOULD like to call the council's attention to this cloudy document I have looked it over very cairef~lly and find it ls confusing." The son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Murphy, Sr., the young man, who reportedly Is studying to become a city mantlger himself, flr11t criticized budget items which fall to list how many workers are employed 1n each department. 23 He then passed through the en"I feel the same way, your honor." nd : "Now gentlemen let's turn to tire appropriation proposal a I Paragr aph seven entitled 'The Fire Murphy said, "I dispute the counfound fault with practically every Department," said Murphy and both I cllmen, your honor," and Mayor paragraph drawn up by Peterson the council. and the spectators Neal snapped In his best army capand the council. anxiously fmgered through the tain's voice: • "Take Paragraph 15, for ex- document. "Keep to the budget or sit down." ample" he addressed the hearing "One item there men tions the Murphy's aut:1t-Mrs. Donderoas sp;ctators fumbled copies of th e , salaries of the board of engineers, complained to Mayor Neal that he I budget in order to keep abreast of permanent men, and call men, but had no right telling Murphy to sit Murphy's criticism. it doesn't say how many men th ere dowh and said that Murphy had a 1 • • • are," Murphy smiled. right to say what he wanted to as "THE POLICE department budThen Council Simes interrupted a "private citizen." get Is set up in such a way that it is with the advice, "If the speaker "We'll stick to the budget as Jong would consult the city ordinances as I'm chairman," added Neal with 1 easy to tell what officials and men get what," Murphy pointed out. he would find out the number of determination. "But the water department Is a men." Murphy then launched an attack contrast," he charged. • • • on appropria tions for the legal de"It's imposlble to determine who J\1URPIIY ASKED: partment and said that he thought Is paid what. It's im,posslble to tell "Where can I obtain a copy of th e the council should have granted where the money is going. latest ordinances? Can any council- Atty. Samuel Levy a raise while he "These figures are not clear," he man tell me?" was solicitor because "he deserved continued. He said that the C08t of councilman Simes referred him to ?lile."' water department superintendence City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart Councllmati Linchey Interrupted is listed at $6,050 and pumping 5ta• who was sitting nearby and the city with, "He's out of order," and Mayor 1 tlon labor at $20,000, "but we don't solicitor assured Murphy th at he Neal In a demanding tone said to know how many workers are being could see "my one copy." Murphy, "Will you stick to the budth fl " Murphy smlled again and suggeS t - get please." paid out of ese gures. ed that the council provide themThis resulted In a hot verbal clash He pointed to items which refer nd ' selves with copies of the ordinances. between Mrs. Dondero and Councilto auto hire and transportation a Murphy again struck a heavy blow man Simes. Murphy questioned the added: at the budget with the assertion: number of workers at -the public k d "Former budgets were more cloudy llbrary and Simes again referred "When the city manager as e than this one. But I had hoped that him to the city ordinances. t for a new automobile laS yte~r his un..ier a new administration the budMrs. Dondero said, "This is a pub- I Ca rdinal argument was that e car " d " h Id h get would be cleare up. lie hearing and we all s ou av~ Could be used by other departHe added: the n,nswers for the citizens." ment s." • • • "If you members are here again At which piont Cquncilm~n Simes "ISN'T THAT conect Mr. Peternext year I would suggest that you faced the council's only woman member n,nd asked: son?" Murphy asked the city man- presE:nt n, Jess confusing budget." Murphy then aimed his fl_re at "Mrs. Dondero, do you know how ager. highway department appropriations many workers there are in the city?'' nd Peterson arose. as ,, A he did ,.. h 1·ch 11·st supplies, equipment, tools "That's the point, we don't know," mal1y times la ter, tfi> answer·. I and road materials, said that kthed she r'eplled. ite ms ''sound similar" and as e Then came the fireworks. "You are right." t b k 1n Peterson to explain them. Councilman Llnchey sa , ac Murphy im Id n o ';ioparent . fattempt llltlcs · • • • his chair and questioned: Is hrlng mndc to 11sc the nc · rF.TF.ltSON AROSE once more 'Td like to ask Mrs, Dondero ' lJnlJJc nnct ndcl(• tl l hnt, IL ls "Imnl llllcl snld that lhe llcms had been whether or not there's something I\VR " dd $200 for t I ti to see h ow the city can a ,. accounted for by Public Works Sup• personal here. I s ·Murphy a re a ve trnnsportn lion in t he bud2get. . Na t s. Steven.~. of yours? Did you plant him here? Ile then crlll cizrcl :i $ 00 nppro"Was that during a closed meet- Isn't he your nephew?" \ priatlon in Peterson's budget for nd Ing, with the public excluded, Mr. "I can't see where it makes any ' transporta tion and t xprnse ~ p terson?" Murphy asked. difference. He has • attended every ! charged that th e. cil,y Is i payt:~ eThe city manager said he believed meeting since we took over here. He , "twice" for P eterson s tr P it was and Murphy then inquired: I nd 1 summer to Mackin ac Isla , Mich,:: "Is there any objection to having has a right to speak," she replied. Iwhere h e attended a cil.y manager., the public present during one of "I stlll stick to it," said Linchey convention. . t I these closed meetings?" and Mrs. Dondero managed to In.th Peterson explained at his r P Councilman Richman S. Marge- ject a final, "You would." } • , was paid for out of last year's con- . son took issue with Murphy's ques• • • tin gent fund and that the $20_0 item tlon and suggested that Murphy conCOUNCILMAN Sll\1:ES a,ttempted 1 '. in this year's approprl at.ion bill 1949 was fined his remarks to the budget. to act as a "dove of peace" when to cover expenses of his car in ' ' he remarked: I I, I ~ I • • • t Murphy then asked whether •he "I suggest that personalities be M/\NAGER, appRren I THE irkedCITY at Murphy's remarks, said.~ budget was considered 11during M a I dispensed with. I'm not here to Y "I Ji'ke to Jtsten to people when closed session and Counc man ar- listen to a brawl." t !king geson addressed Mayd Neal: Murphy later criticized the school 1.ihey know what they are a "Your honor: Mr. Murphy's re- ' depar-tment appropriations but was ab~~;'P' hy rebounded with the re- marks are not In order, no,: appro- : told to "aim your remarks at the prlate and are uncalled for. · school board," by Councllman mark: Councilman John Leary1 then "Perhaps, Mr. Pe t erson, If the ti e j s1·1nes. bud get was clearer I cou Id under- spoke for the first andi on Y m stand this." during the_ hearing, say ng: . .. 1r I �• I Taxi Industry Se:r en·8 As Council AdOpts ,New Zone-RateJ Ian MuTPhY concluded his attack at 8 o'clock with the final remark: : ' "Well gentlemen, that's about• all 'I have to say except that I believe the citizens are oppooed to such tactics 'as closed meetings." • • • of Elwyn road took the floor next to announce that she was prepared to 1 point out the same Items that Mur., phy had but that he "covered them pretty well." Mrs. Dondero asked: · ''You were not planted here by me were you? You're not a relative of mlne · are you?" And Mrs. Coleman replied: "Oh no." .Mr,',.Harold Smith of 314 Middle '. street and Lawrence A. Bevan, director of the New Hampshire extension service In agriculture and home economics asked the council to appropriate $1,000 to cover operat·ing ~ of the organization and Mrs. ,. E. • Curtis Matthews of 736 Middle street requested that $100 be appropriated for the. Portsmouth District Nursing association. The council took ~.o ~ctlon. MRS. ELEANOR COLEMAN 1 System Bas·ed On 35-CeiltI Fare Ends Long Feud , r:· l, L, Portsmouth's feuding taxlca.b Industry appeared calm and serene today as the city council prepared to enforce new regulations provld- · Ing uniform rates and six fare zones. After vainly attempting to settle the so-called "fare war" for several months, the council's parking and traffic committee last night submitted an "armistice plan" which was lmmedlntciy adopted by the coun1 ell. ' The regulations, which call for a 35-cent minimum fare, will become effective as soon as the local taxicab owners are presented copies of the committee's recommendations. r PETERSON ALSO recommended that a. highway department bill of $44 .sent to Mrs. Florence Jones o! Eliot be abated. Peterson explained 1 YYtrt that Mrs. Jones was sent the bill alter local highway workers removed snow from In front of the I L. L. Peavey Co., Inc., store at 36 Market street. "This matter was brought up Peterson explained that Mrs. at our dress rehearsal last Jones Is heir to the late James L. night." Parker who owned the Peavey Mrs. Dondero obviously referbuilding. Peterson said that on Jan. red to the city . council's exe28 the local street department workcutive session Wednesday night. ! ers cleared snow from the area but were called back to the scene later Peterson again Insisted that a. after more snow fell !rom the roof notation In the revised ordiof the building. nam~es showed that the plan"It wasn't her fault that the ning board's recommendation snow fell from the roof after the was not passed as an ordinance. area had been cleaned," said PeterCouncilman Thomas H. Simes son. The council referred his reattempted to ease the confusion commendation to City Solicitor when he remarked, "The recordings Arthur J. Reinhart. of past council meetings will show • • • whether or not It Is an ordinance.'' COUNCILMAN" DONDERO said • I she felt that any such corresponDIS(JUSSION THEN ENDED with dence should be handled In the futhe council apparently still In doubt. ture by the mayor and council Later In the meeting Peterson rather than Public Works Supt. Nat reported that he had studied a pet- S. Stevens. Solicitor Reinhart reported that ition of Keith A. Boss that water mains be extended to Sunset road. he had Investigated a petition that , Peter11on suggested that before the the city Install street lights at the council a.pproves the petition the Elwyn Park development and found that the city can do so If usual following steps be taken: . (1) That sewer and water mains legal steps are taken. The Peisch-Angell auditing film be , installed on Sunset road by of Norwich, Vt., was awarded a bid property O!','ners. (2) That the road be constructed, for the e.nnual municipal audit. I as required by ordinance, by the The !inn, which submitted a bid of $2,000, Is expected to start work imowners themselves. () That the city construct sewers mediately and complete the am.ht on Boss avenue from Sunset road in about two weeks. Thes council accepted an offer to Aldrich road, providing the owners of land and abutters of the from the state to contribute $4,097 sewers grant satisfactory easements for class five highways if the city wlli appropriate $1,020. Peter.son exto the city, The council accepted Peterson's plained that the appropriation has report and Instructed him to con- been Included in the 1949 budget. • • • tact Boss to determine what the land owners on Sunset road Intend A LETTER of resignation from to do. Leslie C. Manning of 139 Manning • • • street as a member of the city's personnel advisory board was accepted and the council voted to send him a letter of appreciation for his services. Dance Hall Objection t ' Stumps City Fathers 'I Portsmouth's jumbled ordinances-long a t.arget of criticism-left the city council in a tlzzY" of confusion today on whether the Wentworth road and Sagamore avenue area Is classified as a reslden tlal or business zone. The question arose at last night's meeting after the council received a. letter from James B. Smith, Wentworth and Rockingham hotels owner, who protested proposed establishment of a dance pavilion In the area by Pasquale Palmieri of 22 Central a. venue. ' Smith complained that an "undesirable element" would be attracted to the a.rea If Palmieri was allowed to erect the pavlllon at the comer of Wentworth -roa.d a.nd Sagamore avenue as planned. Councllman Mary C. Don. ._ dero inquired: ' "Can we stop hlrtl ,from building a dance hall there? That's a business district.'' But City Ma.nager Edward c. Peterson Insisted that It was a residential zone as provided in 1927 ordinance. . Peterson explained, that the planning board suggested to the council April 1, 1946, that the zone be reclassified as a business district but that the council never accepted the recommendation. Mrs. Dondero disagreed and ·said that the recommendation was enacted Into law along with other ordinances passed Dec. 27, 1947. Mrs. Dondero added sarcastically: I ' • • • were subImitted to the council by W!111am J. THE REGULATIONS Llnchey, committee, chairman. There · was no discussion among the council and no protest from the few taxicab operators p~esent at the meeting. The rate for carrying one to three passengers from any one point In Zone 1 to any other point In the · same zone wlll be 35 cents. · Trips j from one extremity to another In I zone 1 wlll cost !JO cents. • • I In other business the counc!I: Referred to the city manager two petitions from Robert Caswell of 66 Ald1ich road who requested permission to sell gasoline at a garage on Islington street and erect a sign on his property. Refered to Peterson a petition from the YWCA which sought permission to erect a sign outside its headquarters at 29 Daniels street. Granted the Gordon Renner United American Veterans post permission to conduct a tag day. Empowered Mayor Cecil M. Neal I I to proclaim April 6 as Army day In Portsmouth. Accepted the plumbing Inspector's report which showed $26 In fees. Assistant Mayor Richman 6. Margeson acted ns chairman In the absence or Mayor Neal. �Zone 1 will begin at ';he mlddle o! the Market street. raJroad bridge, extend nmth along the southern side of the North Mill pond, follow Cabot street to the west, Lincoln avenue on the soubh and the shoreline on the enst. The fare for one to thrC'C pn.ssengers from Zone 2 to Zone 1 w111 be 50 cents and cros.s-z ne trips will be '$1, Zone 2 will begin at the southernmost section or Freeman's Point, extend to the intersect! n or Maplewood avenue and Fait view drive. Then the boundary line will follow Maplewood avenue south to the intersection or Maplewood avenue and Cutts street. The line also will ex-. tend south on Cutts street and west on Myrtle avenue to the Intersection of Woodbury and Myrtle avenues. The rate for a trip between zones will be that of the highest rated zone entered by the cab during the trip and there will be a charge of 25 cents for each passenger In addition to the three Allowed. The parking and traffic commlttre hnd rccommmdec\ earlier tlmt five rn.le zones be rl!tnbllshed along with a 25-cent lnlmum and a $1 maximum for trips within the city limits. But several taxi owners assailed the committee's plan as "unjustified" and "too compllcnted," claiming that they would be forced out of business If the council established a 25-cent minimum. . .. THE COi\ll\llTTEE took th a!'gl\- ments Into consideration and formulated new regulations which a.re expected to ease somewhnt the tension within the Industry. The council placed on me a letter from Snmucl H. Gro. sman, owner of a tailor shop and cleaning establishment at 68 Daniels street who complnlned that parking racilltles near his firm are "filled" with taxicabs. Grossman did not identify the taxi nrm. He snld that when hls customers use parking facilities U1ey are ordered to remove their ca.rs fl'om the area by taxi drivers. Councllman Llnchey pointed out that a city ordinance provides facilities for the taxi company and he moved that Grossman's letter be accepted and placed on file. • • • TUE WESTERN BOUNDARY o! Zone 2 will Include Cottagr, Cate and Islington streets and a straight line from the intersection of lsllng1 ton street and Thaxter road to the corner or Middle road and South street. The zone wlll follow South street on the south as far ns the Intersection or South street and Haven road. The boundary follows Hawm road and extends to the shore. Zone 3 will include both Wentworth Acres and Atlantic Heights and would extend to Woodbury avenue on the west. The fare for one to three passengers in this zone to either Zones 1 or 2 will be 65 cents. The council set no cross-zone rate in that area. Zone 4 will Include Echo avenue on the north and extend on the west along a straight line from the end or Echo avenue to a point near the Intersection or Islington street and Middle road. • • • • • • THE WESTERN BORDER of Zone 4 will Include Middle and Peverly Hill roads. The southernmost I boundary will follow Greenleaf ave- nue, the southern approach to the Interstate bridge and the northern shore of Sagamore Creek. The rnle tor carrying one to three passeniter11 between any point In Zone 4 11nd nny point In Zone 1 will be 75 cent., and the cross zone rate In that arra wlll be $1.50. Zone 5 will follow Oo.sllni;: rond on the north and extend along a Jlne from the Intersection or Gosling rond and Woodbury avenue to the end ot Sherburne avenue. The westerly side of, Zone 5 will be Sherburne II venue and R line from !,he comer or Sherburne Rvenue and Greenland road to the Intersection of Banfield and Peverly Hill roads. TI1e Zone 5 boundry wUI also follow Peverly Hlll road to the inter' section or Lafayette road and then I along the shore of Sagamore creek i to the Portsmouth-Rye town line on Sagamore avenue. • • • TIIF. RATE In Zone 5 will be $1 I LINCUEY . 1so recommended to the council tnat the petition of Leslie Hopkins for a t ~xl pennlt be grant.cd. The request had been referred to the parking and traffic committee for investigation and recommendation. Councilman Thomas H. Simes uggested that Hopkins be given a permit with the understanding that he take over a taxicab now In operation. COUNCILMAN for one to three pn.ssengrrs. There will be no cross zones In Zone 5. Zone 6 will Include nll that portion between the city boundry line and the boundary of Zone 5 and the rare will be $1.25 for one to three passengers traveling between any point In Zone 6 and any point In Zone 1. Taxicab Owners Offer Own Pla!n~ For Fare Zones Lamb explained that operating costs average about 25 cents a mile and that on many two-mile trips the operators receive only 35 cents and thus lose 15 cents. Taxicab Owners Still Dissatisfied; May Get Meters Portsmouth taxicab owners may be compelled to Install meters In their vehicles It taxi regulations adopted by the city council fall to settle the current strife within the Industry. THE MEETING frequently erupt- ed In argument.a when the indepenowners accused both Seavey and Task or "cutting rates." Seavey The local taxi industry's pot or and Task argued that they were discontent continued to bu bbl ~ yes- forced to reduce fares because of terday as cab owners frowned on the , competition. city council's newly-adopted taxi City Manager Peterson promls~d code and presented City Manager to submit their proposals to the Edward C. Peterson wi th th eir own council's parking and traffic complan to irettle the controversy. ·1 mlttee for consideration. He warned Forming their first solid front- th to th t th f it b r tlons-the e opera rs a ey ace posal though still sp l Y ac slble suspension of their permit.s 1! ow n ers conferred with Peterson In a the regulations are violated. two-hour session marked by frequent verbal clashes between Independent operators and owners of larger taxi firms. Describing the council's six-zone plan as "unjust" and "too compll• cated" for both the public and themselves, the squabbllng owners finally agreed on a "concrete" proposal which would revise certain sections or the regulations. • • • p RINC lPAL SUGGESTIONS were that the council e~t1tblish five Instead o! six zona;; allow tt:c owners to chnrre '15 cent6 lnPiead or 65 cents for trips to and from Wentworth Acre~ nnd Atlnntlc Heights; establish a $1.25 fare rather than a $1 rate for the Pannaway Manor area: and provide cross zone rates for the first three zones. The do:r.cn or more independent operators generally appeared to favor the uniform fare code adopted by the council last Thursday night and now In effect. However they were opposed to the council's zone plan. But two owners of larger firmsFred I. Seavey of 220 Rockland street and Reinhard Task of 338 Middle street- obviously favored lower rates. Tnsic adopted a. "middle of the road" attitude 11.nd agrt>ed to support the proposed revisions "If the rest of the boys want it tha,t way." SEAVEY DESCltlBED most or the suggestions as "unfair to the public," and tnslsted ti1ul.t the other owners could operate under the council's p!an. Ernest E. Lamb o! 864 Woodbury avenue, spokesman for a majority I of the Independent owners, maintained that he and his colleagues would continue to lose money If they were forced to abide by the council's regUlations. This was indicated today as City The regulations 11 f Manager Ed ward C. Pe t e1son . sum- minimum and a $1ca ?5 or .·a 35-cent moned the owners to a special , one to three pas.s .~ maximum for meeting this afternoon In tile city city limits. engers Wlt.hin the council chambers to discuss the Earlier the city . 11 , rules which were approved by the and traffic c'ommlcttouncl sd Pnrkmg 1' ec 1~ recomcounc II l as t week. mended that a 25 -c en t. m In Imum be th Peterson snld e purpo~e of th e established but most or the owners meeting was to Iron out wrinkles In termed the proposed fare "too low," the regulations and hear the com- and Insisted that they would be plalnl..s of lhe obviously dissatisfied forced out of business If a 5o-cent taxicab owners. • • • base rate was not established. In addition to establishing uni"IJ,' WE CAN'T estal>llsh satisform .rates, the city council also factory rates, there's only one other thing to do-Install meters," said divided the city Into six fare zones. Adoption or the rcgulntlons by Peterson explnlnlng that the ow11-1 ers consider the new rnlcs "too the council Inst Thursday night failed to end a so-called "!are war" high." which has existed for nearly a. year. I ident • • • yY'\'Y' ~ . .. ' : I 2s I laxi Controversy (On Again With rM • 10 Councd Challenge 1 The local taxicab controversy was ·, almost back where it started today . after an owner challenged the city j council's newly-adopted taxi code and described it as "unfair to the public." Insisting that the council's regulations govern only maximum rates. Fred I. Seavey or 220 Rockland street argued that fare-slashing difficulties will continue because the council has no "right to establish minimum fares." Seavey said he conferred with City Manager Edward C. Peterson this morning and learned that a taxicab owner can charge any rates he wishes, providing they are lower than the fares set by the council. Chairman William J. Lirichey of the city councll's parking and traffic committee rugreed with J;>eterson and explained, "We're not trying to tell the taxicab owners what minimum rates they can charge. "Our chief Interest was to set.tie this controversy and attempt to protect the public by regulating maximum tares." • • • LINCIIEY ADDED that he and other members of his committee wUI meet in executive session Monday night to restudy the taxi problem. Seavey explained: "I can't understand why the public should be forced to pay higher rates when the owners can charge lower fares and still abide by the councll'.~ ruling." "I have a $20,000 business and must protect it, and the only way I can do so ls by being fair to the public," said Seavey. He added: "If a man can sell a five-cent paper for only four-cents and still make money-more power to him." Seavey suggested that a 25-cent. minimum, $1 maximum, and five fare zones be established by the council. The plan was proposed by the council last month but was vigorously opposed by a majority of the operators. �Council Upheld · , 'NeW Action,' By Chief Justice · . . /VH't Judge Rules 'l \ !In.Zoning Dispute 2b Zone Confusion 1 Placed in Hands Of Court Masfe,t yY\F\ S. Gordon Task, local contractor, carried his fight to rezone nine acres In the Aldrich and Thaxter roads, Islington street vicinity from a single to a general residence area before a superior court master today. Rebuffed by the Portsmouth city council and planning board a year ago when he petitioned for the zoning change as part of the development ol old Westfield park, Task started his court action In an etrorL Lo win a "gc nhead" for his development plans. * • • • THE STIPULATION was signed l by Atty. Thomas J. Morris, representing Townsend and Helen Byrne, the plaintiffs, City ~llcltor Arthur J. · _" Reinhart of Portsmouth and Atty. Richard F. Upton, counsel for · Landers and Griffin, Inc., who occupy the 800 '1.sllngton street premises. · Justice Goodnow then ruled: "Upon consideration of the master's report, the amendment of the po r t .11 mo u th zonl~ ordinance, adopted Dec. 30, 1947, is approved and the decision of the city council enacting such amendment is affhmed." However, Judge Goodnow, apparently because of the agr~ement between the parties, made no findings on the basis of the master's report, which held that the city's failure to give 15 days notice of a pub1 llc hearing on the proposed rezoning was a "fatal defect." , I • • • NOR DID BE RULE on the master's opinion that westward industrial expansion on Islington street "ls a public need." The Islington street zoning fight was initiated by Townsend Byrne of 848 Islington street, who contended that Landers and Griffin could have expanded In other areas and not I disturbed the residential area. Mr. Morris, acting for Byrne, • branded the zoning change as "spot" or "wastebasket" zoning. Forty Aldrich road residents supported Byrne 1ri his effort to have the planning board and city council refuse the rezoning petition submitted by Landers and Griffin. However, the council passed an ordinance on Dec. 30, 1947, authorizing the change at 800 Islington street and Byrne petitioned for Superior court intervention. I • • • THE COURT ordered a master, l Judge Leonard C. Hardwick of Rochester, to hear arguments in the case on July 29, 1948. In Noyember, Judge Hardwick found the publ!c hearing notice defective because It was not published 15 days in advance of the hearing. His report was forwarded to the Superior court but the contesting parties apparently agreed to let the matter drop and Justice Goodnow's ruling upheld the city council. , A petition by S. Gordon Task, contractor, that a nine and o. hal! acre plot In the Aldrich and Thaxter road areas be rezoned from single to general residence is in the hands of a Superior comt master for study and findings of fact. Even before he left the courtroom yesterday the master, Judge Thomas L. Murble of Concord, Informed Task that he believed that "two-family • houses In thnt area would be dcsiniI ble but fo11r-fumlly units would be 1detrimental." However, Judge Mairble said he thought the question involved in Task's petition for rezoning was one of law and that "Is something for the Superior court to decide." The taking o·r evidence in Task's ' action against tl1e city was not complete until counsel for the city and Task vainly searched the existing ordinances for information on the board of adjustment. In Zoning Row The long trail of litigation follow., fng the 1947 city council's rezoning of 800 Islington street from ' a res: ldentlal to an industrial area has come to an end, with the city council upheld In Its action. It was learned today that Chief Justice John R. Goodnow-by agreement between the city and the platntlff~pproved the ordlnanre and thus halted the year-long court 1'1ght. Preceding Ju s t 1 c e Goodnow's rullng, opposing counsel agreed that his approval should be entered to end the case. I One early advantage was apparently won by Task, when the master. former Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas L. Marble of Concord, ruled that Task's petition to superior court was a "new action." 1 Marble said that he did not believe that Task is appealing the council's refusal of his rezoning plea but Is asking for a · superior , court decision. • • • THEIR SEARCH was prompted by City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart explained that he had not "under- i stood" that It was a new piece of litigation. Judge Marble's remark that he believed the question of law involved the correct procedure to be wken in appeals to o. city council decision. City Solicitor Arthur J . Reinhart said he thought the board of adjustment had been superseded by the planning board. Judge Marble then remarked that the statutes caJled for the creation of such a board by the city's legislative body. He asked thnt nil pertinent ordinances be filed with him by the solicitor. Prior to adj0tmm1ent, the court heard witnesses for Task describe his plans for 32 two-uni~ houses as "highly desirable and very satisfactory." • • • "I THOUGHT It was an appeal and so have not prepared to contest an action such as your honor has decided Is being heard," Reinhart said. Atty. Ray c. Burkitt, counsel for Task, opened the hearing with a statement of his client's belief that rezoning the proposed housing development would Improve the area generally, He read definitions of single and general residences as set up by city ordinance and maintained that there Is no "essential difference" between the two, except that the former confines an area to oneunit homes. • • • Ray E. Burkett entered various house plans and a proposed layout of what Task called Westfield park as plaintiff's exhibits. The contractor said, under cross examination, that he planned to borrow $700,000 through the Federal Housing administration to finance the housing development. The litigation began last year when the city council accepted a planning board recommendation that Task's request for rezoning be turned down. TASK'S • • • with Relnharct's , contention that the planning board ! had published sufficient notice of , its hearing but then argued tha t the action of the planning board ! and council had no bearing on 1 Task's petition to the SUIJ)erlor court. HE AGREED I .Burkitt was upheld by Judge Marble. \ A slight "hitch" In the tntroduc- I tton of Burkltt's case took place · when the attorney explained to the bench that he was forced to read from the 1939 revised ordinances and "can not be sure they have not been amended." THE JUDGE RULED that the record of the planning board proceedings could not be introduced as an exhibit. And under cross-examination, Witmer said he thought house plans shown by Burkitt were "satisfactorily designed two-family units." Reinhart said he had a copy of the revised ordinances of 1946 but it was not printed and "is the only , He also said that In his opinion one available." ! the design of the development outBefore Judge Marble left the lined by Task was "very satisfactory." courtroom to take a "view" of Task's proposed development, ReinFollowing Witmer"s testimony, I hart called Maurice E. Witmer, plan- Judge Marble recessed for a "view" ning board secretary as a witness. and the case was to continue this • • • afternoon with the master's opinion as to the facts to be flied later with the Superior court for decision. I I COUNSEL, . ., . AT THAT Tll\'.IE, Maurice E. Wit- mer, one of the witnesses at yesterday's hearing and secretary to the planning board, informed the council that the board belleved Task should submit a more detailed outline o! his plans. Meanwhile, City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today that he believed the board of adjustment went out of existence when the planning board took over. The city clerk's office lists the members of the 1947 board of adjustment as Frank J. Massey, Marcia C. Adams, Wallace F . Purington, Shem1an Newton, and Alice Stevens. I I . �The Real Mrs. Dondero? I left office as mayor, but he sat back Instead." • • • MARY C. DONDERO •• , • The Battle Joined Mrs. Mary C. Dondero is a politician. Up to now she has been a pretty good one. Not always right, but more often than wrong. Not always representing the city in the best way, but never deliberately hurting it. She served two creditable terms as mayor and contributed. more to the city's progress than anyone before her. She had a ready acumen for the intricacies of government and expanded that into a broader knowledge of Portsmouth affairs than her predecessors ever took the time for. But times and conditions have changed-and so has Mrs. Dondero. No longer is she the "people's politician" working for the best interests of the community. She has relegated herself now to the ranks of those she once carried on the worthy fight against. For in setting forth upon her personal campaign · of destruction of the council-manager form of government, she is sourly ignoring the people's interests and serving only her own. There is a strong suspicion that Mrs. Dondero's action is motivated more by her ambition to again be mayor of Portsmouth than any quarrel she professes to have with the present city manager and the system of government that brought him here. · It is earnestly hoped, however, that such is not the case, that she has not altered her political principles to the point where she would resort to so poor a level of callous demagoguery. But Mrs. Dondero is being churlish and short-sighted at best. We find it easy to agree with her that City Manager Peterson is a poor example to put before the people in defense of efficient city government. .But the plan of government itself is bigger than any individual and far more important to the people of Portsmouth. Mrs. Dondero is resting her antagonism on a purely personal- if not political-basis. Merely because of objec, tions to the city manager and her colleagues on the city council, she petulantly commits herself to a movement to throw the system out entirely. Whereas we can sympathize with her in many of the complaints, we like to feel that we are big enough to overlook the part for the sake of the whole. We used to· think Mrs. Dondero was that big. . "I CAN'T SEE where the streets are in any better condition than they were when we didn't have a city manager h ere," Mrs. Dondero added. Mrs. Dondero explained that the new state organization plans to adopt a detailed program in the near future. She said that an executive committee will be chosen to map its campaign against spread of city managership. ' The organization, of which Atty. Frederick A. Tilton of Laconia is secretary, will center its campa.ign in Portsmouth, Claremont, Frank~ Jin, Keene and Dover where efforts are being made to curb present manager administrations. The group also will turn on its pressure in Nashua, Manch ester, Laconia and Concord where man- . ager advocates are seeking to put the reform government into practice. • • • Manager System Dealt Heavy Blow IBy Mrs. Donde~o I Chances :for retaining the city manager form of government in Portsmouth suffered a sharp setback yesterday when Mrs. Mary C. Dondero, city councilman and state representative, threw her influential support behind a state-wide move- , ment to oust the syst em from New I Hampshire. Although chiefly concerned with the "setup in Portsmouth," Mrs. Dondero went all the way in her opposition by accepting the post of treasurer at an organizational meeting of anti-city manager forces in Nashua last night. The group consists of members from more than 20 New Hampshire communities and is headed by M a y or Oswald S. Maynard of Nashua. • • • MRS. DONDERO SIGNALED her "personal war'' aga.inst the system at a city council meeting in Septem- ' ber but sounded her first battle cry today by lashing out at City Manager Edward C. Peterson, charging that "he has done more to harm the city manager form of government than anyone else." The former mayor fiercely contended that Peterson "is not the right man for the job" and said she "told the council so before they hi.red him." Mrs. Dondero said she objects to the way the council functions, and ch r',1,E that Peterson Is .. controlled by. four or five members o! the council and ls afraid to do the right thing." " can't see where he has saved the city any money," she said. Insisting that the city has made "no progress' since Peterson took office, Mrs. Dondero said there were "100 things he should have done since (Please turn to page three) ATTORNEY TILTO , a member of the Laconia city council, told last night's meeting that the new organization will give the people of the state an opportunity "to learn some of the facts of municipal government." , Residents of the individual towns I and cities, Tilton said, can do better than "an outsider brought in as , a manager:· ! · Others speaking against city manager admirustrat!on were Nashua Atty. Thomas J . Leonar d, former Mayor Louis Douphlrnett of Franklin, State Rep. George Angus of Claremont, and Mayor -elect Thoma-s .1. McIntyre of Laconia, Anti-Manager ii'J: ' -~ Forces to Meet New Hampshire's anti-city manager forces plan to place their recently organized association on a "permanent basis" when the officers meet in Concord tomorrow. A boa.rd of directors and four vice presidents are to be elected and a name chosen for the association when Maiyor Oswald S. Maynard of Nashua gavels the session to order. Invited to meet tomorrow with Mayor Maynard are Councilman . Mary C. Dondero of Portsmouth, , . treasurer of the association, and 1 Atty. Frederick A. Tilton of Laconia, secretary. It is believed that Mayor Maynard will suggest the appointment of 12 directors, represenJting all sections of the state, and four vice presidents representing such general areas as the north country, the Portsmouth-Dover area, Keene, and the central part of the state. I 21 �One Year Under Council - (Continued from page one) (EDITOR'S NO'l'E: City Manager Edward C. Peterson presented to the.city council last'nlght a first-year report on his stewardship In Portsmouth which he titled "One Year Under the Councll-lltan'ager Plan " Because of Its value to the citizens a a gulrle In a~pralslng the effects or the plan's operation Th H Id ls herewith publishing the report In full).' c era After 9~ years of council-mayor form of government the citizens of Portsmouth decided . 'b 1947 th t 'h • in • e year ' a • e council-mayor form of government bad become too unwlellly and inefficient to properly administer the needs of the city. On Jan. 1, 1948, the council-manager form of government was inaugurated in Portsmouth. The council-manager form of government Is patt~med along the lines of tbe tried and tested organiza- , taonal structure of successful business corporations in that the voters, who ma y be likened to the stockholders of the cor~oration, elect a board of dirrctors called the city councal. The council In turn appoints a technical expert-t~e city manager-who control all the pha es of munlc1pal administration. As a result of the adoption of the council-man form by the citizens, the organization wa simpr~g~; and responsibility of all actions firml y fixed . De;a;~~ ment heads were relieved of the political pre ure of boards an_d committees and now are respon Ible only to one officer, the chief administrative officer, the city manager. It bas been stated by governmental authorities that. the period of transition from a council-mayor to a council-manager form of government requires approximately four to five years to complete the change, and as this fact is recognized, It Is usual that a clause is written Into the charter providing for a period of time of at least four years that the plan will operate without interference or danger of being abolished. As the Portsmouth charter has no such provision, there is the clanger that political interests will attempt to abolish the plan by instituting bills into the Legislature providing for a return to the olcl form before • the council-manager form bas hacl a chance to show what it can do for the citizens of Portsmouth. A,s required by the charter, during th e first Ix month s of the term of the city manager, an admini trative code and the rules ancl regulation were compiled. The aclministratlve code was submitted to the council on Aug. 13, 1948, by the city manager. The code has been reviewed by the council and, with a few minor changes in phl'aseology to meet legal requirements, will be complete for adoption. This document wa set up by the city manager's office and it represents a forge number of hours of work which came at a busy time in the reorganizing of the city departments. The rule,s and regulations, which are the rules governing tl1e employes in regard to their requirements, training, leaves and pay, have been compiled by the city manager's office and were submitted to the council on May 15, 1948. In the year 1948 two budgets were prepared, one for the year 1948 which was adopted on July 9, 1948, and the other for the year 1949 which was submi tted to the council on ov. 29, 1948. The budgets were changed as to setup In that the breakdown of the budget shows an allocated account number for each item. This procedure will allow the exact cost of operation of each department within the city to be known. The city )iability insurance was studied, and after a series of conferences with the city manager and in urance representatives, the insurance was consolidated under a master policy which eliminated the duplicate coverages which were In effect previous to their elimination under the new policy. The adoption of the master policy resulted In an equitable distribution of commissions to all agents In the city. In July of 1948 the city council passccl an ordinance adopting the state statute which permits the expenditure of parking meter fund s for the acquisition and maintenance of public parking areas. The passing of this ordinance has instituted th e formulation of plans for the acquisition of land for a public parking area adjacent to the business di trict. A survey of all city-owned property which was taken by tax sale has been completed by the city manager's office, and all property has been listed with the outstanding taxes computed. All former owners \Vere notified by registered letter that they might recleem their property for the amounts due the city before the property was advertised for sale by means of sealed bids. The tax-deeded property sold by competitive bid on Oct. 7, 1948, brought revenue into the city treasury In the amount of 3,350. In addition to these properties, two parcels of tax-deeded property were redeem d by the former owners, bringing an additional 2,063 into the treasury. 'Ilhe board of assessors and the city manager met with representatives of the Savin Construction Co. in r egard to the assessment of the company's equipment working within the city limits. As a result of this ; meeting the City of Portsmouth received an additional $3,586 as taxes. The board of assessors has been reviewing the properties in the city with the ob ject in mind of equalizing the valuations which have been unequal for a number of years. It will take between one and two years to adjust the entire list, but with the start that has been made with the assistance of the represen tative of the State Tax commission, the work may be accompl ished sooner than expected. By these sale not only was 5,413 deposited in the city treasury, but property a sessed for 12,425 was replaced on the tax books, and this amount will be added to the total taxable property beginning with the 19!19 assessment. The collector has to date, of the 1948 commitment, collected 1,038.244 less discounts ( 7.284), leaving a net of 49,612 uncollected, which is 4.55 % of the t otal commitment. Lists are now being compiled, under the direction of the city manager, of all delinquent poll taxes, which, for years, have resulted in a los to the city of approximately 6,000 to 7,000 annually. It is planned ·to appoint a deputy collector, on a fee basis, to attempt to clear up these outstanding t axes which represent, from the year 1941 throu gh 1948. approximately 52,802 to the city. The amounts out landing for the year 1947 was $6,092 and for 1948 $5,696. After conferring with the repre entatives of the Federal Works agency, the city council, after inve ti gatlon by the city manager, voted to purchase the herburne and Wentworth Acres schools. The purcha e price of the Shr-rburne school was 21,200, which r epre ented :t0% of the construction ost of 106,000. The purchase price of the Wentworth Acres school was $14,400, which represented 10 % of the con truction cost of 144,000. In both instances the payment of the purchase price is to be made by ix annual payments, with no interest, so a to have the chools paid for in 1953. The annual payments are being provided for in the budget so that this piece of business is on a "pay as you go" basis, and as such did not require the issuance of bonds to finance the transaction. The water main on Woodbury avenue, which was installed by the PWA and which extends from the intersection of 1\1:aplewoocl avenue and Woodbury a.venue to Wentworth Acres, was purchased for the sum of 200. The estimated cost of the Installation at the time of con tructlon, as determined by the PWA was 7,000, thus the city made a. considerable saving In a-0quiring title to this piece of property. Due to the reduction In the payment in lieu of taxe concerning the Wentworth Acres development, which d ed uction was cletermlned by the Federal Housing agency, it was necessary to Increase the tax rate .70 for the year 1948. After conferences on July 13 and on July 27, at which time the tate Tax commission was nresent, an attempt was made b y the city to reach an agreement to increase the payment to the city. On Oct. 25, 1948, after a joint meeting with the tate Tax commission, the board of assessors, the city manager and the federal housing a uthorities, it was agreed that the m a tter would be reconsidered by the Federal Housing administration upon the presentation of assessment figures by the State Tax commission and the local l)oard of assessors, which figures are being compiled. • • • UNDER PROVISIONS of tihe charter, a new auditor was appointed by t h~ city council and the work of reconciling the accounts to conform with the budget arrangement was completed so that eac>h department now Shows its actual costs. It ls proposed to purchase an . accounting m a chine in the year 1949 which will permit the work of the e.uditor and treasurer to be reduc ed and give a much better system of records and control of a ccounts than has ever been in operation in the city. Since bhe time the city employes became a part of the retirement system, namely July, 1948, the work of the auditor's office has increased. i All deductions must be computed at the time th e payrolls are ma de up a n d then deducted and recorded at the time of payment. Finally, payment must be made to tJhe Staie Retirement board. • • • ., p. . ;;:: b<) o! i:i. ... ...E. Q ;:I .,"' o! E �zq Manager Ptc;tn': A Report • • • ALL PURCHASES for labor and IT IS PROPOSED during the August, 1948, 2,776,990 gallons material are requisitioned by the year 1949 to replace one of the over August, 1947; 8eptember, 1948, department head, the requ1sltion pumpers which is now 32 years of 2,136,510 gallons under September, being approved or disapproved by the city manager, after which, if age and antiquated, this replace1947; October, 1948, 6,708,240 gallons ment to be financed by the issuance approved, a purchase order ls isunder October, 1947; November, sued by the auditor and the proper of notes or bonds in order that the 1948, 6,746,410 gallons under Novaccount encumbered. This system burden be spread over a five year ember, 1947; Deoember, 1948, 7,215,period. has resulted in the controlling of 240 gallons under December, 1947; The city manager's office conpurohases and has eliminated the J anuary, 1949, 7,801,950 gallons situation of the city having out- ducted a summary of the city rec1llllder Ja.nuary, 1948; February, standing bills for purchases for ords in order to determine what 1949, 8,049 ,250 gallons under Febwhich no purchase order was issued. streets had been accepted in the ruary, 1948. During the month of March, City. It ls intended to submit a The difference in jumping am.d t948, it was discovered, that city- • complete list of streets for accept- 1 distribution costs as compa.red to owned materials, including gaso- ance when the survey is completed. the previous year, especially since line and oil, were being used in Many streets were found to have the checking started 1.n August, privately-owned vehicles when the existed as highways for years but 1 1948, shows an average reduction vehicle was used on city business. no record of their acceptance has 1 of $1,500 per month, and for Jan,, On Apr. 1, 1948, this practice was ; been · found. uaey and February of 1949 an j dlscontinnecl, and all city employes · The department of public works using their own vehicles on city expended $14,044 for patching, suraverage reduction of $2,000 perbusiness after that date were, and face treatment and a.sphalt surface month. are now, required to purchase their mat&ials. The cleaning and sweep• • own g,asoline, oil and equipment ing of tbe streets, which was necesFROM THE REPORT of the and submlt an itemlzed statement sary during spring, summer and fall, water department, the total _cost of of mileage which i6 paid at the rate cost the city $11,075. supplying water per million gallons · of 6 cents per mile, The institution computed on total maintenance, The conditi<>n. of the incinerator of tlhis system has resulted in a betbonds, and interest on bonds ls was considered, and it appeaa·ed, as CITY MANAGER PETERSON ter control of the use of city ma$249. It can readily be seen that the i a result of the inspection of the terials. • , • A Year Has Passed city should save approximately $15,plan,t, that it should be recondition, ooo to $20,000 by the close supervi• • • ed and put into use. The present AS PROVIDED by the ch;rter, system of burning the colleotlons ment wlll cut down on the repair sion of the system in regard to leaks an annual audit was completed in at bhe dump has resulted in a smoke item considerably. and waste. 1 1948 for the year 1947 which is incondition which is detrimental to All free use of water which had A sum of $3,651 was expended corporated in the city records. the property adjacent to the dump formerly been granted by the board for sidewaJk maintenance and $1,855 I The City of Por~outh was able area and in the southern section of street comnussioners has been was used on 50/ 50 sidewalk conto secure r.ntlcipation loans at tihe of the city. checked, and all services are ~ be struction. rate of .76 %, one of the lowest rates • • metered and all abatements will be in the state, anct whioh was due to Traffic lights were lruitalled e.t IT HAS BEEN propo-sed that the made only after the abatement has tlhe sound financial condition of the Congress, Fleet and Vaiughan streets city. city issue bonds in the year 1949 and resulted in a much smoother been approved by the city council. The council-manager plan started to recondition this plant so as to flow of traffic through the center . On .July 1, 1948, with the appointon Jan. , 1948, with $10,423 on deposit eliminate the smoke nuisrunce. It of the city. ment of s. Gerard Griffin, M.D ., the and completed the year, as of Dec. is appreciated that, should the Inoffices of city physician and sanitary • • • cinerator be operated, the cost of 31, 1948, with $105,077 on deposit inspector were consolidated.. BeNEW STREET LIGHTS were inand with the annual expenditures rubbish collection will be increased staJJed along Middle street e.nd , cause of his training and expenence. over the cost of $24,362 !or 1948. $43,573 less than appropriations. ToUngton street. The r esults were Dr. G1iffin was well qualified to After meet ing bills for accounts The 1949 cost of ma.intaining the more thain pleasing, as the safety of perfmm the combined duties of present dump was $5,241. . which were not provided for in the these offices. The depar!lmen,t spent $1,193 for those using the highways was in1948 budget, namely $2,639 for water In addition to the duties perareased through proper• street ilat the swimming pool, $7,349 for the spraying trees during 1948 and the lumiruvtlon. It is proposed in 1949 formed by former city physicians, balance ($1,745) was used to remove city's share of the retirement fun d the present physician examines each to install the same type of light for six months and $1,000 for the deact limbs and trees throughout along Woodbw,y avenue, Maplepotential employe who is conslderthe city. It is proposed that new payment of salary of the playground trees will be set out during 1949 in wood e.venue and Junkins avenue, director, the year was completed, locations along the streets where as these routes are heavily traveled . .in:;~:::F:~ :::::n:fc:::I::~ with all bills paid, as of Dec. 31, 1948, trees have been removed, as such and the street lighting conditions with an unexpended balance of $32,should be improved. able time with the state Health dea program will be a start towards 583. Strips of lrund were purchased by •partment in concord famlliarizing retaining the beauty of our streets. • • • himself with the state statutes in A new .sewer and a new water the city at the oomer of Vaugha,n THE TREASURER received from regard to his departiment and he and Hanover .streets and along main were constructed on Myrtle the city clerk's office a total of $8,ha~. since July, 1948, been working avenue for a distance of 800 feet Vaughan street in order that a 541 for various licenses and fees as and resulted in the development of much-needed widening could be !with Dr. Atcheson regllll"ding equipfollows: dog licenses, $2,322; public the area adjacent to tlhe intersection started. This widening should be ' ment for the flocal health center. dances, $48; plumbing inspector in- of Woodbury avenue and Myrtle continued through to the Boston ' He has visited every establishspections, $553; sewer entrance fees, avenue, thus bringing more taxable and Maine railroad so as to aJ.low ~ent in the city wherein food is $1,148; taxi licenses $390; election ' property into the city. easier pass~e of two-way traffic on handled and he has examined many Vaughan street. candidate fees $49 ; theater licenses, of the employes of such establish• • • $2,299 ; pool room licenses, $210; Negotiations have been started ments. He has received innumerable SNOW REMOVAL oost the city bowling licenses, $80, and bicycle $31,242 for the yea,r 1948, which ls towairds bringing about the purcomplaints arising fro:qi unsanitary licenses, $402. conditions and has visited the $2,634 more than bhe amount of chase of the sewer looated in the area between Woodbury avenue and source of the trouble in each in· Ar'ter a study of the salaries of $28,608 which was expended for Maiplewood a.venue. At present the stance. the permanent firemen of the vari- this same work in the year 1947. sewer is privatel(y owned and is not Where it was found that condious cities throughout New Hamp- · Due to the unusual snowfall under the maintenance of the city. tions were contrary to city ol'dlthroughout northern New England, shire, it was recommended that the • • • nances, orders have been issued by local permanent firemen be granted this condition of exce.ss:lve snow reAS A RESULT of a $Urvey of the / the city physician and follow-up movaa cost was experienced by all an increase in salary. water system, started in August, in the e.dJacent cities and towns. I visits made until the violation was A two-way Radio system was inAs a part of the progrnm to re- rega.a-d to the saving of corrected. stalled at the central fire station, water, the results have been more Due to the financial status of the and a program of replacing fire place the wom-out equipment and than gratifying. The department trucks in the public works departcontracts involving the health cenalarm boxes have been instituted. pumping figures show a.s follows: ter, considerable time was put in New boxes were placed on Saga- ment, the city purchased three new by_the city mana,ger's office in order more avenue and on Peverly Hill trucks in the year 1948. It is proposed to make similar purohases i to determine bhe position of the road of equipment in 1949 so that over e. city in regard to meeting the obliperiod of yea.rs the obsolete equlpgations which had been contracted. ment will be replaced. This replace- • • I l I wasted/ ( �It was necessary to transfer $8,014 from the improvement bond account to meet thrse obligations in order to clear the bu!Id!ng, and after bhesc payments were met the, ~ 'l. station personnel were selected by examination. When the station was ready for opening it was found that necessary equipment and fix1 tures were not installed, and after The rough and tumble brand of securing the needed equipment, politics practiced in Dover apparthe station opened on Nov. 9, 1948. f ently has not softened the purpose 1 • • • RE OVATIO -s were made to of the city's pro-city manager forces bhe library building by the addi- I as they went ahead today with tlon ot new stacks and storage space · plans to organize a. statewide group. on the second floor, which was ac- · Echoes of the Wednesday night '(Vvr'l-~ complished by constructing a glass "uproar" at a public hearing on a block floor at the second-floor level city manager referendum are stlll in the light well. circulating through Dover. In 1948 bhe city acquired the "Perpetrators" of the bedlam" Community Center building on were denounced in a. forma l stateA bill seeking to abolish city manDaniels street, and t'he center is ment this morning by Rep. Louis P. ager government in Portsmouth, is now under the complete control of Stocklan, chairman of the Dover scheduled for a public hearing at the city. delegation to the General Court. 7:30 pm Monday in the Community The Maplewood avenue bridge • • • Center. was inspected by the city 1Tlj141ager, STOCKLAN INSI TED that J. The bill proposes a referendum on the superintendent of public works Eugene Jalbert, chairman of the a return to the charter under ,vhlr:h and the bridge engineer of the state Citizens Civic committee; Grant the city was operating on Dec. 31, and, as a result of this inspection, 1947. the bridge was found to be in good Davis, chairman of the Veterans Civic committee; and Phlllp J. FosHowever, the blll, as written, goes condition. farther than that. It would immeIt was decided that the street ter of Foster's Dally Democrat diately take the city manager chartsurface, sidewalks and railings be should make publlc apologies for the er off the books and leave the city put into good condition and the "unAmerican, illegal actions" he said were taken by them during the hearbalance of the founds set up for the with no government at all. ing. construction of a. new bridge under If .a majority of the voters ballotIf the apologies are not forthcoming in the election favor a ' return the bond issue be used, first to im- ing by 11 :01 next Tuesday, Stock.Ian • to the old system of a. "weak" mayor and "strong" council, the manprove the sewer system in the Den- said he would take the floor of the ager plan goes out the wind.ow nett street and Montieth street House, "under the ules of personal areas, and, second, to reconstruct privilege," and denounuce them both with nothing to take its place until some of the streets in the city. a new election can be held. as individuals and the groups they • • • • • • \!'IT WAS THE OPINION of tihe represent. CITY MANAGER Edward C. engineers who inspected the bridge , Meanwhile, the Portsmouth Civic Peterson pointed out today that if that the sum of $78,000 of the tax- I association voted "100% support" to the referendum is approved in payers' money, which remained . the organization of a movement to November, "it might be 30 days, 60 1 fight the recently formed antifrom the original allocation for a days or longer before a new governnew bridge on Maplewood avenue, manager association, of which ' ment could be installed." would be wasted if it were spent on councilman Mary C. Dondero is The city manager said he planned the construction or a new bridge at treasurer. / to attend the hearing but did not this time. anticipate taking an active part in George R. Chick, treasurer of the The city manager's office has set Portsmouth group, said the action i the proceedings, "unless there are I up a. personnel file covering the city was taken last night at an associasome misstatements." ' employes. Each employe has a tion meeting. However, the Portsmouth Civic folder containing personal and work association which sponsored the The pro-manager movement was history as well as a record of sick adoption of the manager plan nearly launched last week by Jalbert. In and vacation leaves and examinatwo yea.rs ago, urged Portsmouth a formal statement today, Jalbert tion data. ! citizens to attend. Due to the increasing cost of liv- contradicted the anti-manager as- i "Anyone interested In keeping ing, a number of justifiable wage sociation's claim that it represented , good, clean government in Portsincreases were granted during the "home rule government for the ci- ' mouth should be present a.t the year. These wage increases were a ties and towns.'' hearing," Nathan H. Wells, president • • • contributing factor in the departof the association said today. ''IN OUR OPINIO , their intent mental increases as compared to is exactly the opposite. It is easily "We're going to have to fight to other years. keep the city from falling into the seen that their int~nt Is to retain Considering the economic situahands of the pollticians again, and ' tlon facing the country today, home rule for poiitlclans and to we might as well start the fight which has been repeated in muni- deny home rule for the people," he right there," Wells declared. ' cipal business as well a.s private • • • said. . it business, the first year of the counMEANWIIlLE, it ls expected that The chairman of the Dover C cil-manager plan in Portsmouth has lzens Civic association, denied any the city's most voluble foe of city ) been a decided success, and with a responsibility for the "bedlam" at man~ar government-Councilman fair trial, the plan will result in the public hearing in Dover. Ma,ry C. Dondero-will be on hand continued good and efficient gov"The delegation wants to hold a to air her views of city managerernment. mana.ger referendum on June 14 6hip in Portsmouth. and we believe it should be later in 'I1he former mayor, in addition to the year. When only a. couple ~f her duties as a. councllman1 is also people spoke In favor of delegations a Ward, 1 delegate to the Legislature. She recently assumed the I plan and a dozen were against it, they closed down the hearing," he state's anti-city inanager group. John J. Leary, chairman of the said. "After that happened, there was Portsmouth delegation, said the quite a bit of' noise but it was not hearing will be conducted on leg1ssponsor ed by the Dover Citizens lllltive rules. "By that I mean that the sponCivic association." sor of the bill will speak, then those in favor of it and last, tJhe ol)ponent:.5 of the measure. Manager Backers sOrg an ize for Battle Anti-Manager Bill Gets Airing Monday Night I l I "The members of thc, delegation wlH not be permitted to speak on the blll other than to ask questions," Leary said. 1 • • • I THE BILL, Introduced into the General Court by Rep. Sam Alessi, 1 Ward 1 Democrat, reads as follows: Cl) Repeal. Chapter 398 of the 1 Laws of 1947 is hereby repealed. (2) Oharter. The city charter by whloh the city of Portsmouth was governed on Dec. 31, 1947 is h ereby reinstated and adopted in its entirety, (3) Vote. If at least three percent . of the number voti11g at the last previous municipal eiect.ion, all being _qualified Voters of the city, shall sign a petition requesting such vote at the next municipal election and said petition is submitted to the city clerk at least days prior to said electior, the following question shall appear on the ballot at such election : "Shall the city manager form of charter be repealed end the city charter by whioh the city of Portsmouth was governed on Dec. 31, 1947 be reinstated and adopted in its entirety?" Beneath the question shall be printed the word "Yes" and the · word "No" with a square immediately opposite each word, and the voter may indicate his choice by malting a cross in the appropriate square. If a majority of all voters voting at the .~aid municipal election sha11 vote "Yes" upon said question, this act shall be declared to have been adopted. (4) Takes Effect. Sections 1 and 2 of this act shall take effect if and when adopted as provided in Section 3 upon Its passage. I �3\ Public, Airing ~pa~e,d For MallClger ·am· "And one thing about the manager ) government. It pins the responslbi- . llty on one man. There's none of the old buck passing that used to go on between the council and the street commissioners." 1 -· • • • COUNCILMAN JOHN LEARY-"! A bill proposing a reierendum on Portsmouth's city manager government Is scheduled for public heartng March 28 In the Community center at 7:30 pm. ~ , don't believe I should answer that Iquestion. I have to preside over the . ' ,; hearing tonight and I want to be I fair to all concerned." The hearing on the anti-city manager bill was announced by Rep. John J. Leary, chairman of the 10-man Portsmouth delegation to the General Court. I Introduced Into the House by Rep.* ' - ---L-------------;------------ 7 CO u nCl· 1men Ba Ck Ma n ~ g e r ,8 e n e· f 1· t S.' ,· H ea r1. ng Set Ton 1·g ht . ~~: r ~~;np~~:!~ ballot at theo/o~r~ef~r~:~:r~~ municipal election In , November to decide the future of i city managership In Portsmouth. ; balloting In thnt el<'ctlon vote voters "y<'s," IF A I\IAJO.Rl~Y· of the Portsmouth w!ll revert to the "weak mayor" and "strong co11ncll" form £:~;~=~:J.;n~a~\eh~I~tobe~~~;gcl~~ Alessi proposes that the mayor type of government be restored In Its entirety. However, several dele- Councilman Mary C. Dondero-"No, city manager government is a. dictatorship." , Dond.ero Claims . I . I. councuman -l?,oland r. Noyes-"! certainty <io believe Lhff pl11n ha~ I been a beneflt. The manager ha., given the city an honest deal." Councilman Lester R. Whitaker"Without question the plan ha., been beneficial to Portsmouth, There's striking evidence of it in the fact that, u YQU hadn't had It, a new steel bridge would have been built on Mn.plewood avenue. • • • th A bill proposing e abolishment "IT HAS NOW been shown that of Por tsmouth's city manager plan ~,.. u11e present bridge Is solid and! Is scheduled for th public hearing to- needed only repairs to put it In night. e city's delegation shape. The money saved can go inth before to e General Court at 7:30 pm in to streets and sewers in the rest of th e Community Center. · the city, Opponents of tho ci ty mn.nagc.r I "We're snvlng money on water nclmlnlstrntlon are urging that the pumping. In far:t, in that respect Legislature pass the bill which pro- alone the manager saved the clt,y vldes a referendum at the Novem- his salary Inst year." ber municipal election to determine Councilman Thomr,s H. SlmuIf the citizens want to return to the "So far the city has benefltted from old system. the manager plan. Their bill would rescind the pres"I've no prevloUs experience on ent charter I! a majority of the which to base comment but In 50 voters balloting In the election favor odd years of law practice I've come the "weak" mayor and "strong" to appreciate a welJ run law office. council sys tem. "Our manager is a poor advertiser Meanwhile, on the eve of the of the things he accomplishes. Sevhearing, the city council overwhelm- eral times I've gone to him with an lngly expressed its approval of the idea and found that he has already ci ty manager plan as it has operat- anticipated It without saying anyed in the past 14 months. thing until it was necessary, • • • "For exemple, I wondered how AN INFORMAL POLL of the much tax-deeded property the city council by The Portsmoulh Herald owned. I went to him to have him showed seven members declaring find out. He'd already prepared a. that city manager government has list. been "beneficial" to the city, one In • • • outright opposition and one non"l\lUNICIPAL AFFAIRS have committal. grown so complicated that a fullEach councilman was asked: time executive Is needed to operate "In view of the city manager's re- the city. That way we can get the port to the councJJ, do you feel that efilclent results of a well run corpothe manager plan has i>Een of bene- ration." fit to Portsmouth?" r.nunr.ilman Frank ·E. PatersonThe replies of the councilmen fol- "There's nevt'r been any question low: In my mind but what the plan is Mayor Cecil M. Neal-"It h~ beneflttlng the city." been beneficial to Portsmouth. The I fact.s and figures in the report speak Councilman William J. Llncheyfor themselves." "Definitely. For one thing appoint._ Councilman Richman s. Marge- ments are not made by the council. son-"The plan has been of un- So there can be no claims the counquallfied benefit to the city." ell ls playing politics. "I believe the city employes can do a better job now there's no fear - - -- ---- ___?£. Political pressure. gatlon members have voiced their opposition to a "complete restoratlon" of the old form if Alessl's referendum Is successful. One representative said the delegatlon "probably wlll amend the present bill," specifying exactly the parts of the old city charter that are to be restored It the referendum passes. Two years ago the city manager government was approved by the voters after a recount. That referendum required that a majority of all balloting In the election vote "yes" bef ore city managership could go into effect. • • • ANTI-CITY MANAGER forces who wrote the "joker" clau~e into the bill two year~ ngo- and who arc apparently still fighting the manager system- wrre given the benefit of powerful support this week when former Mnyor Mary C. Dondero openly joined the state anti-manager movement. Councilman Dondero, who Is also a state representative, was elected treasurer of the state's anti-manager forces at a meeting in Nashua this week_._ __ cred•tI ShOUId 6o To Her Reg1·me I I J; I • }'}•W ' 'J-,{J, "I think the r~Port issued to the council is a joke. I would like to meet the city manager, anYW'here, anytime, and debate the bill with him. "He's trying to take credit 1n that ,report for the many . th!ngs compllshed by myself and some membens of my council. "For example, the Community center wa.s open before he came here. (2) The Chestnut, Vaughan, Congress and Fleet streets traffic lights were planned in Ill(Y a dml n 1stratlon. (3) The stJreet lighting 1mprovemenui were planned ·by my oounc!J. (4) The Ma,plewood aV1!nue bridge should have been repla.ced, I We appropriated the money a.nd the plans were ready, (5) The renovatlons at the public library were planned and the appropriation made during my administration. (6) It was I who suggested that $200 be offered for the Woodbury avenue sewer. (7) I'm almost sure that the fire station's two-way radlo was planned in 1947. • • • "WE DID THINGS but he hasn't. The council has not · been active. · The mayor did not bring in a program." The former mayor said B'he would be at the hearing tondght a.s a member of the Portsmouth delegat1on, She said she had not made a.ny plans to organize local oppos1tlon to IJhe city manager plan. Howeve:r, Nathan H. Wells, president of the Portsmouth Civic as1SOClatlon, said that group would be formally representled at the meetIng. "We are not· going to oppose the referendum but we a.re going to insist that it be held on the same Iterms es the one \Ul.der which the voters adopted the manager plan," he declared. "We have the League of Women , Voters working with u.s and a lot ! of phoning has been done to get ' people out." ________ ac-1 ... �~~ ' a nager Backers Lal>el eferendumBill' seless' I The proposed referendum on Portsmouth's council-manager system of , He cited the record of Increased municipal budgets, tax rates and propery valuations since 1945 and said: "I under~tand the previous mayor left $10,000 in U1e city treasury. Well, I! she had a tax rate like the one In 1048 she could have left $110,- government was attacked as a "useless piece of legislation" last night when eight speakers joined In opposition to the bill against the three who favored It, • As a result of the public hearing, held by the city's delegation at the Community Center, the bill ls now headed tor an uncertain fate In the General Court, with no Indication from the delegation as to how It will be reported, 000." • • • An overflow crowd o'f nearly 400 persons turned out for last night's DELEGATION CLERK Harry H. hour and a hal! session of oratory and !dentlfled themselves by their ap' Foote Inter drew Osborn back to plaUBe as a predominately pro-city manager audience. tJhis theme with the question of • • • • EXCEPT FOR frequent outbursts from John R. McIntire, former state whether he knew how much o! the representatlve'aild candidate for governor In the last election, the hearing increases were accounted for by the was conducted on an orderly plane and McIntire himself \YRS finally as- school department budget. "There's lot of things the man' slsted from the hall after Delegation Chairman John J. Leary studiously ager didn't put in his report," OsIgnored his bids for attention. born said. "He didn't mention his Chief advocate of the referendum was Clayton E. Osborn, deposed own official car and he didn't 5ay several months ago as superintendent of streets, who took advantage of anything about remodeling his the occasion to voice his criticism of his former boss, City Mana,ger Edoffice. ward C. Peterson. . I Osborn made the flrst and the longest appearance o! the evening, but confined most of his remarks to excepllons he found In the municipal report •released last week by Peterson. Even the proponent of the bill, Rep. Sam Alessi, made no appeal for its support, explaining only that he felt the question of city managership should be put before a vote of the people. • • • • HOWEVER, THOSE who carried the opposition ftght did not escape the cl05e .scrutiny of•Rep. Mary C. Dondero. She found occasion to make several pointed remarks which, she explained, were addressed as questions "to make It legal." Mcintlre's persistent "out-of-order" comments were aimed principally 1 at County Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton, who appeared against the b111. But clergymen W!lliam Safford Jones and John N. Feaster, two more opponents, were subjected to similar treatment. Leary ca"4tloned McIntire repeatedly and only when the 'chain;nan made a meaningful departure to the rear of the hall did the ex-representative take his own leave on the arm of a companion. Representative Alessi told the audience that he introduced•the bill so the "people could vote on the city manager." "It's up to the people. I'm not against the city manager but I think the people should vote. I'm the bill's only sponsor,'' Alessi declared. Rep. Harry H. Foote, clerk of the delegation, asked Alessi if it was his intention to amend the bill to include the old charter and Alessi agreed. • • • • "THERE'S BEEN a lot of rumors In the paper and on the radio about how the bill Isn't right. But we're going to fix that," he said. Osborn opened his arguments in favor of abandoning city managership with the explanation that "some might U1lnk" he was a "disgruntled former employe." "But that's not so," he said. "I've no desire to be street superintendent." Then he continued, "I've seen some boasts lately a.nd I'm going to use The Portsmouth Herald-they've used me in' the past-to answer those boasts." Osborn contended the manager was "wrong" In likening the city to a corporation. "I don't think It should be," he said. "A corporation ls a profit-making organization and the city ls not." , The former street superintendent took exception to Peterson's 'claim that a. four or five-year period Is needed to complete the · transition to , city managership and that city charters usually contain such a protective clause. • • • • "WHAT MAYOR was ever guaranteed four or five years in ofI!ce?" 1 he asked. Osborn directed his main antagonism at the city manager's figures on water savings. "J?on't Jet anybody tell you they've saved money," he said. "They haven t. The only calculation possible In water supply ls to measure the amount of energy used to pump the water." Osborn said that the 46,000,000 less gallons pumped in 1948 than 1947 did not "mean anything." He pointed out that the "drips" were open four weeks this year In <:_omparlson to four months d~ing the winter of 1947-48. «\~-i~ Frederick D. Gardner, one of the original sponsors of the city manager plan, said he did not oppose I the referendum proposed In U1e Alessi bill "because that would deny the people their right to decide on their government." "But I ran to see the necessity for this bill. Only one person has spoken In favor of It, end in the Jumble of things he said I caught one thing in particular. That was Insurance, • • • "THAT SEEMS to be a good ex- 1 ample of what the city manager has done. How much he has saved. I don't know but I do know It's glven the city a good protection at a saving. "The answer to the whole thing Is that we are getting a better job. It has been said here that there are "Why aren't things put out to bid I no profits In clty government but and the bids publicly opened and he Is wrong. The profits come 1n ~he . results published?" he asked. having a better and happier city in The board of stre2t commissioners I which to Jive," Gardner said. Mrs. Dondero asked him I! he had always did It that way but now noever looked up the master policy body knows who gets the contracts." in the records to see when it was "He claims he saved money on passed and Gardner said that he insurance,'' Osbom said, "but he had not. does not say how much. "Didn't you always get your "Those are the things the people share of the Insurance?" she deought to know," he contended. manded. He concluded by saying, "I still Gardner said he did not know Insist there's no saving or $15 000 or what she meant by his "share" but $20,000 in the water deparlm~nt." that he had always "participated." • • • Doctor Jones, the next speaker, MRS. DONDERO asked Osborn declared that Portsmouth: took "a if it wasn't true that al) the instep forward" when it adopted city sura~ce was put under a "master managership. plan while she was mayor at a • • • saving of $1,500. "THERE'S NO reason why we But Osborn, who served as street should turn back.'' he said. "Besuperintendent during her ~hree tween 700 and 800 communities are years as mayor, backed awa.y from tJhe question saying he believed th at was "all fire insurance." governed by city managers and only Three times chairman Leary 30 have retumect to the old sysasked !or other speakers favoring tem." the blll to come forward before He pictured the city manager es he called for opponents. a "splendid liaison offlcer" in his Immediately Andrew M. Buckley own experience HS a member of the arose to declare that the people board of cdncallon und as chairman were "sick and tired of the street of the library trustees. commissioners." "It would be a great pity to tum He said that water from the back to parlisan politics, whether It street was entering his cellar and be the Democrnts or the Repubthat he tried for years to get the licans. We've been delivered from street commissioners to "do somethat. thing about It" but they always "No man putting his hand to the 1 "promised and did nothing." ha1\dle of the plow can turn back "But the city manager wasn't too on what he has done,'' the minister 11 big to come to my house and look declared. at It," he 'said. And he fixed it up An apologetic note was sounded so there's no more water In the by the Rev. John N. Feaster who cellar. said he was ashamed of both his • • • own indifferent attitude and that "GIVE THE city manager a chance. of his fellow cl llzens. If he does things wrong, It's the coun"The manager deserves praise for cil that's to blame, not the city bucking It and there should be manager, and we can always klck words of praise for the city council. him out if we want to. • • • 0 "There's been a lot of cheap "I'M SORRY that our General politicians running things In the Court delegation should be troubled old days, who gave nothing to the with this bill when there is only city and took everything,'' Buckley one proponent." concluded. I �Boynton briefly outlined the history or city manngershlp locally. "Some of us developed the Idea. We believed In It and we still believe ln lt. The bill tonight proposes that we go back to a system we discarded." The arguments between the board of streE't commL~sloncrs and the city council ,vere "typical" of that old style of administration, he said. He claimed that whoever set up the Alessi bill did not provide for operation of the city lf the mana.ger plan ls discarded. "One speaker tonight has declared that the city Is not like a corporation. As a matter of fact, the city is a corporation, legally speaking, and the dividends are Just as another i speaker described them-the happiness we get." 1 • • • 1 BOYNTON THEN proceeded to take Osborn to tnsk by recnlllng an old fight over street department equipment "when the superintendent brought out the city trucks and Hned tht'lll up before the city hall so the citizens could see how bad they were. "There's been the additional suggestion," he continued, "that we adopt U1e old charter without tl1e board or street commissioners and let the councll nm the depnrtment. "That would be even worse than what we abandoned ns was proved some 45 years ago when the cow1c1I handled the street work." Boyton Insisted that "there's been no grent call tonight for this referendum bill. ''Only one speaker has ra,·ored it," he said, "and even the bill's sponsor said he c!oes not oppose. city managership, Just that he thinks the people ought to vote on It." I • • • ALE SI figuratively leaped into the proceedings at this point and loudly rrns.mred, "That's what the bill Is tori To give the people a chance to vote." Foote then propounded the question,. "It you were a member of the delegation, v,ould you deny the referendum even lf only one person opposed lt?" BoYnton answered, "I see no rea.son for e:iactlng a useless piece of legislation." Mrs. Dondero remlncled the co~nty sollcl tor that the liquor question Is on the ballot ever..v two years and asked "Don't you think this should be on' the ballot as well?" "Madam," Boynton replied, "I've seen nothmg to indicate !Jhat the people wa:it it." • • • l\tRS. DONDERO then made re- proachful reference to Boynton's admitted part In drafting the presI ent charter and said, "Since you drew lt up, you must think it's a good bill. But don't you think It could be Improved?" "Madam, nothing Is perfect," was 1 Boynton's prompt rcjoluder, and he corrected Mr11. Dondero by i;aying IJhat he wns only a "m<'mber of the committee" which drafted the oharler. ' David C. Packard, president of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce said he Is not opposed to a refere;durn because it ls a. "right of the citizens" but he failed "to see the necessity 'for It." ' I "City manngershlp has brought us a better and flner way or life and more economical operation," he said. Packnrd was followed by Nathan H. Wells, president of the Portsmouth Civic association. Comfort- Station Costs-. , ponmts of city mnnagershlp urged its adoption they made "certain claims". One of these, he said, was that a "higher type of person would run for the city council and serve on It." "That we now have," he asserted. "We made the further claim that the city would be more emctently run and that taxpayers would get 100 cents worth for every tax dollar. That we have. 1 'Tm not here to oppose the referendwn. I'd be the last one to deny that. But there ls a group fighting city managership which ls trying to avoid a referendum. "I think," Well-; continued, "that the average ciUzen wlll get pleasure next November in voting to keep city managership. But that blll should contnln, as it now does, the same majority clause that was in the original bill. • • • "WE'RE ON the first rung of a. ladder toward better government and we should keep climbing until we get to the top of the well," he concluded. 1 Chairman Leary askec1 !or other opponents of the bl)) and then a~tn called !or speakers favoring the measure. Arthur F. Woodsum of Islington street spoke briefly, declaring that he is opposed to the Increased cost of living and government. Then Walter F. Beevers of 970 State street asked that a referendum be held so the people can decide i( the manager system ls to stay in effect. The final speaker was William 33 1 'L Taxpayer Pretty Penny • • • WF. f,LS SA ID thnt when the pro- n "' - / Poct""""'h', '75,000 <om!oct station ls !lushing the taxpayer's hard-earned dollar down the pr:iverblal drain and lt looks as thou.,:h it will continue to do so unless "admission fee" receipts inC'rease. Figures released ioday by City Auditor Wilfred E. Young bear out the contention of most city official.5 during the past two years Lhat the structw·e would be more of a financial bw·den than a. convenience to the taxpayer. The cc-mfort station opened only five month.~ ago. yet operation co.~ls nlreacly hn 1·e totaled $5.654 ,1hile rcceiµt.s were a mere $17 J.95. An $11 ,610 appropriation for the comfort station was approved by the city council in the 1949 municipal budget and since it is likely that the entire aµpropriation will be used, monthly receipts must total at least 975 before the building Is self-supporting. Monthly receipts have averaged about $35 thus far. Oflen refencd to as the city·s "white elephant," the comfort station·s only source of revenue at present ls the five-cent toilet charge and a 25-cent rental fee for showers. The board of health and state health department each main tain an office on the second floor of the modern structure but do not pay rent, according to City Manager Edward C. Peterson. "W, , <Mo whm It', oo,tlng the people for a convenience," said Peterson. "It would have been much wiser to have spent only $10,000 instead of $75,000 and convert the basement of the superior courthouse into a comfort station," Peterson clalmed. Although open only in November and December, the 1948 total expense was $3.237 as compared to $81.80 in receipts. Last year's expenses Included $1.356, salaries; $1,086, supplies; $677.97, . fuel; $61.52, Insurance; $38.13, lighting; and $16.74, \I'll lrr. The 1948 expenditures were $1 ,273 le~s than the 4,510 appropriation but 3,155 greater than receipts. The new year saw llttle change in the financial condition of the comfort station for operation costs have totaled $2,417 for January, February and March while the nickels and 11uarters have amounted to only $93.15. In January, maintenance costs amounted to $633 while receipts were $29.50. Receli}ts jumped to $37.50 in February, but fell far short of the $881 needed to operate the building. Thus far this month the city has spent $870 for salaries and supplies and other expenses and has received onl.v $25.15 in return. For the first three months of 1949, expenditures have been $2,323 greater than r eceipts. Brook~, who pointed out that Ports-, mouth ls a "navy yard town" and it ls "only under the manager sysPeterson salcl he bcllcves there tem that navy yard workers get a should be "some celllngs" mainchance to represent the people in tained with "gradual annual Increthe city government." ments" allowed. He also suggested that local rent control boards-simiLaconia's Mayor Thomas J. Mclar to the draft boards now in opefla- Intyre said he believes rent contion-should be established JI-munitrols should remain in force for the cipalities are confronted with the present at least. He added if "local rent problem. option" becomes law he would con"I definitely think rents should be cur with whatever local and recontrolled one way or another," add- gional rent control officers suggested Peterson. ed. He said he thought a survey Meanwhile, an Associated Press should be conducted in the fall to m,I ' poll has Indicated that other city determine "what ls fair for all conofficials throughout New Hampshire cen1ed." Riso appear to be undecided. • • • • • • MEANWHILE, Gov, to Sherman Portsmouth city officials were Adams was prepared offer undecided today asthto Iwhatbyaction l\1Al'OR CIIARl,ES l cKEE of state rent control program if Con-· they will tnke I! au or ze d Id d "I gress !a1·1s to extend fe-ral ..., Con - Concord said the question had never congress to ei .hcr drop or extend rent haven't the by remotest what been raised his a Idea ermen an the trols, due to expire next Thursday. controls. board of aldermen would do about Adams says if the Senate bill 1s Congress Is now considering two I decontroling rents in Concord." passed he would not allow a loca.Ilty propo.5als. A House bill would allow Manchester's Mayor Joseph T. to Jump rent controls until he a.nd nd Contro cities and towns to aba on rent Benoit snys he Is prepnred to call n the executive council gave careful ls if they want to,thancl a Senid ti "to II I ts" 1n I d special scs.~lon o! the aldermen as cons e1"11 on a po n cu tlo n, but with the consent of stnte ntc bill would Rnnctlon c immc nc- soon as necessary and added that he ing recommendations of the mayor IR~~L~;~,!~~~!~: ! ,> I 'City Undecided On Future Action "l.' In Rent Controls would recommend retention of some go;:~~i;s. Cecil M. Neal said _he form of rent control. would first confer with the. city Mayor Oswald Maynard of Nashcouncil before taking any action. ua said he would not commit him"I think such a move woul~ have self at this time on the fate of rent or manager of the re pecUve cities and towns, an<! rent control officlals. Sherburne Marshall, area rent I to be apprcved by the council any- control _s~?uld Congress pass a. lo- 1 control director, says about 200,000/ way," said Neal. cal option provision. I New Hampshire residents a.re cov• • • CITY l\tA AGER Edward C. Peterson said the rent control probJem would be a "hot potato" iC left to localities to de_c_id_e_._,___ ___ , _ erect by rent contro1 and warned that "in some ca.-;es" rents might jump 50 to 70% if controls are lifted. • ' �-------:--- ----mr-1~! Peterson Studies ~t, / 34 Voting Machines 1 · Lawyers Line Up ,. *gainst Courthouse Closing Bill ~ Opposition to the proposed shiftIng of the Superior court's Aprll term from Portsmouth to Exeter and resultant closing of the local court building, appears today to be centered among Portsmouth lawyers. The major arguments against the proposed measure heard yesterday at a publlo hearing In Concord were advanced by four Portsmouth lawyers whlle only the bill's. sponsor, Rep. w. Douglas Scamman of Stratham, 1 spoke In Its favor. 1 Bu~ the cotinty delegation voted to QOntlnue its lm·eat.Jgatlon Into the d f.q .two courthouses . nd au~rlzed a,i,.ve man :iubcoll\lJllttee· to 11tudy the matter, hold public hearings And report within so days. Named to the committee were Representatives Charles T. Durell of Pommouth, Robert A. Johnson of Northwood, Harry E. Clark of Derry, Arthur F. Labranche of Newmarket and Clinton W. Elwell of Exeter, chairman. • • • THE COM~fiTTEE was organized after the Portsmouth lawyers listed four objections to the proposed move to Exeter:· Cl.) Inconvenience and additional expense to clients. C2.) Portsmouth merchants need the revenue from the Influx of law. yers, Jurymen, Judges and other court officials attending local sess1om. (3.) That a saving to the county will be at the expense of Portsmouth people ftghtlng cases In the Superior court. (4.) That closing the court buildIng wlll result 1n the eventual abol.1.shment of probate court session, tn Portsmouth. • • • BEADING THE OPPONENTS of the measure was Judge Jeremy R. Waldron who "wondered" I! the proposal 1" but "another step In the chain" leading to the virtual suspending of county functions In Portsmouth. "Four years ago, I appeared before the county commissioners on the matter of closing the county Jail. Now It Is this proposition. Next, I suppooe, wlll be an attempt to move our probate court terms to Exeter." He said that I! the court building 1s closed there wlll be no adequate place to hold probate court here because the city hall Is not fitted for 1 ft He gave credit to former Mayor Mary C. Dondero for fixing up that building but contended that she "knows" that taking over the courthou.se Is not the answer to the city hall problem. • "Even the county treasurer's books, which may show a saving If the courthouse 1s closed, won't tell the whole story. They won't tell the story of additional expenses to clients because lawyers have to go to Exeter. I • • • "JUDGE WALDRON, In view of the fact only one mnn has spoken ln favor of the bill, I'm 111 doubt. And yet you've seen the editorials In The Portsmouth Herald favoring the bill. I! we vote against It, the Herald will lnmbast us." "Let 'em," said Judge Waldron bluntly, "l! you've voted your honest convictions, you shouldn't worry." "Yes, but some or us might want to run for office again and with the Herald against us, It might hurt, don't you think?" Foote asked. "I don't think the Herald matters that much," Waldron replied. "You saw what hnppened to the candidates they supported for city council in the last election. I take the paper, but that doesn't mean I subscribe to its editorial viewpoints." "However, I will fight to defend their right to see the records' in my court. Those proceedings are public and they are entitled to know about them," he declared. • • • WALDRON'S FEUOW LAWYERS supported his arguments of "inconvenience" to clients and that probate court sessions are needed locally. They were Attorneys Harold M. Smith and Ray E. Burkett and County Solicitor Wyman P. Boyn1 ton. In addition to members o! the legal profession opposing the bill, James B. Smith, representing the local Chamber of Commerce, said that organization did not want the courthouse closed. Andrew Jarvis, appearing for Portsmouth restaurant operators, said that group Is In opposition to any move to close the building. Jarvis said he did not think the amount o! the saving would offset the revenue to local restaurants. A third business man to appear I I "Naturally, we have to pass those travel expenses along to our clients. They know that we do because we're honest with them. Lawyers' I fees are too high already ,l-nd I don't want to see them go h1gher," , Waldron added. Rep. Harry H. Foote of Portsmouth, apparently concerned over the editorial attitude of The Portamouth Herald, said: was Robert E. Whalen, chal1ma,n of the retail board of trade, who claimed that the economy of Portsmouth restaurantls during a court tenn Is "geared" to the sessions. h City Manager Edward C. Peterson ' today described Portsmouth's ballot ' tabulation system as "archaic" and '. reported he ls Investigating the possibility of purchasing voling 1 machines !or the city's five wards. ' "Th e machines would enable us ,I to tabulate votes In about one-half / an hour after the polls close," said 1 Peterson. · / i - --==---- .Local Attorneys" ,,i Fight Court Plan Portsmouth lawyers presented a united front today in their opposition to the proposed closing of the Portsmouth Superior court building. Only one person appeared before the county delegation in Concord In favor of the bill and that was Its sponsor, State Rep. W. Douglas Scamman o! Stratham. He urged the April term of superior court In Portsmoutth be abandoned for economy reasons claiming that the county Is spending an nvcrage of $5,000 a year to mnlntaln it although the whole court procedure could be'held In Exeter at a muchcheaper figure. Speaking in opposition to the blll were Judge Jeremy R. Waldron, County Sollcltor Wyman P. Boynton, Atty. Harold M. Smith, and Atty. Ray E. Burkett. Courthouse Bill Resolution Goes 23 To City Council "Our present system Is archa ic and costly," Peterson stated. . Ward workers now labor for sever- / al hours before the ballots are t abulated. , Peterson salrt he will ro11rt11 ct 1111 Intensive sl11r!y of vntl11g machines before sugge~ting an y act 10 11 by the city council. The lawyers Insisted that the legislation would: (1) Inconvenience and prove costly to clients. (2) Deprive local merchants of revenue from the Influx of lawyers, jurymen, judges and other court of1 ficials attending local sessions. (3) Save the county money at the expense of Portsmouth people fightIng cases In the local superior court. (4) Eventually result In the abolishment of probate cowt sessions in Portsmouth. • • • l\IEANWIIILE, has m:all1talned that the county does not need two superior courthouses )"'fW only 14 miles apart. He has lnsl&ted that the transfer would save the county "between $4,000 and $5,000 a A resolution opposing proposed year." Sc:11nmnn explained that transfer from Portsmouth to Exe~r one-third of this snving would be enjoyed by Portsmouth taxpayers of the Rockingham County superior who pay more than their share of court's April te1m will be considered the co1111ty'e taxes each year. , at a special city council meeting at Tonight's agenda. also includes '7:30 tonight. the following items: City Manager Edward C. Peterson Consideration of additional street said he has been 1·equcsled by the lights on Pcvcrly 11111 rand. council to draw up the resolution A req11cs~ from the New Hamprequesting that the court session be shire Soc-lcty !or Crippled Children retained hei·e for the welfare of for a tag day April 15 or 16. Portsmouth businesses. A requesr from the Frank E. Under leglslatlon filed by State Booma American Legion post for Rep. W. Douglas Scamman of r permission to conduct a poppy sale Stratham-now In the hands of the , Saturday, May 28. Rockingham County legislative conA request from Municipal Recreavention-the April term ln Ports- tion Director Frnncls T. Malloy for mouth would be shifted to Exeter, permission lo conduct a basketball 'thus paving bile way for possible game, Sunday, April 3, at the Comclosing of I.he State street structure. munity Center. • • • A request from Oscar Stewart who VIGOROUSLY OPPOSED by wan ts to store and sell kerosene not Portsmouth Ja,vyers, the proposed to exceed 50 gallons. transfer is being studied by a fiveRatification of a $17.42 transfer by man subcommittee chosen by the City Auditor Wilfred E. Young. county delegation. A reque&t from the Marine Corps Committee members Include Rep- league for permission to lease the, resentatives Charles T. Durell of Plains school building. Portsmouth, Robert A. Johnson of A communication from the llbrary Northwood, Harry E. Clark of Derry, I trustees regarding a pension for Miss Fernald, retired city libraArthur F. Labranche of Newmarket Hannah rian. and Clinton W. Elwell of Exeter, A communication from Charles H. chairman. They launched their Investigation Walker regarding land adjacent to of the suggested transfer after the municipal Incinerator on Jones avenue. Portsmouth lawyers, appearing at a A communication from the Wompublic hearing 1n Concord, listed four principal objections to the pro- en's guild of the North Congregational church. posed move. A communication from the A. M. Hunt real estate nrm of Boston regarding Wentworth Acres. SCAl\f!\IAN, �·Rezoning Sought ~ At Elwyn Parkl'{Vi City Council Adopts Resolution Opposing Shift of Court Term Walke-r 's letter concerned a recent \ Mrs. Dondero then resumed her offer by the council to put·chase i arp;uments: "In answer to Coucllman Llnchey, land near the Incinerator from I the hearing wns held In a small wa,lker and Ralph W. Junkins for\ room at the State House and prac- $1,000. He pointed out that 50 or more tlcnlly everyone who spoke was a. fires have destroyed most of the\ lawye,r." Councilman Thomas H. Simes of- young pine trees on 20 acres near ihe dump ancl maintained that he fered this advice: "Without expressing an opinion, and Mr. Junkins should he reas to whether it (the courthouse) imbursed. . ! should remain open or not, 1! I were His letter was referred to city Ma,nager Peterson. In a brief but lively session punc- a member of both the Legislature • • • tuated by sharp verbal clashes beand the council I would have myTHE. COUNCIL ALSO M1thorized tween Councilmen William J. Llnself recorded as not voting." the city manager and Fire Chief chey and Mrs. Mary C. Dondero, tha At the request of Mrs. Dondero, city council last night aqopted a resolution oppo~lng transfer of the Cily Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart George T. Cogan to lnvestlga,te a April sr.sslom; of superior court from said it was his "off-hand" opinion that any member "can refrain from ; request from Oscal!' Stewart of 91 Portsmouth to Exeter. voting if he desires but can be or- · Penhallow street for permission to Spurning Mrs. Dondero's spirited dered by the chair to vote." stOTe and sell kerooene. I but vain plea. _that action be post• • • Peterson was Instructed to study poned, and her contentions that the THE COUNCIL ACCEPTED Reina communication from the library councll was "out of order," eight hart's opinion and allowed Mrs. trustees regall'dlng the pension of members formed a solid front Dondero to refrain irom voting on Miss Hannah Fernald, retired city against her and unnnlmously voted Lhe resolulio11. Jibirarlan. In favor of the resolution drawn up nut bhelr action was contrnry to The trustees reported that a state by City Manager Edward c. .Petercouncil rrgulntlonfi. according to pension for Miss Fernald did not son. Clt.y Mn11;1ger Frt.erson. He excover the month of January ,and Mrs. Dondero refused to vote on . plained today that the members apthe board suggested that the council the matter, asserting that the move parently were unaware that they pay Miss Fernald $83.33 for that was "unfair" to the Rockingham are compel!E'd to voice their opinion month. County legislative delegation now on nil Issues unless allowed to reThe council placed on flle a letter studying the transfer proposal o! frain by council vote. , from A. M. Hunt, Inc., Boston real State Rep. W. Douglas Scamman of After Councilman Leary moved : estate firm, which asked for an opStratham. that the rrsolution be adopted, Mrs. portunlty to appear before the coun• • • Dondcro arose to object. and again ell or a subcommittee to "suggest THE RESOLUTION, which will was challenged by Linchey. ways and means whereby the probbe sent to the county delegation, "No one on +,he council with an !ems at Wentworth Acres can be was ooi;cd on the council's belle! office t:1ere should vote on this solved to the advantage of the that April isesslons should be re- · resolution," Insisted Mrs. Dondero city and the federal government." taJned nt the State street courtin apparent reference to Linchey The council also: house for IJ1e "welfare and convenwho is a deputy sheriff. Expressed Its appreciation for ience" o! Portsmout;h businessmen "And I don't think we should give the Boston and Maine railroad's and local cllent.s who may have free telephones over there for po\iti- move to construct a new station cases brfore the court. cal purposes," she added. here. Councilmen Lh1chey and Dondero • • • Accepted a. communication from first clashed when ~s. Dondero OBVIOUSLY ANGERED, Llnthe city manap:er regarding an adcha.rged thnt the council's action chey said: ditional street light on Peveily Hill wns "dt.~courteous to the delegation "I don't know whether she ls reroad. and that two members of the deleferring to me or not. I have 110 \ Gra.nted the New Hampshire Sooffice there. I'm just a deputy to : gaMon on the council (she and ciety for Crippled Children permisth Oouncllmnn John Leary) would be ~l~;~r\;;·"a measured, disgusted i sion to hold a tag day April 15 and forced to disclose how they !eel 16. tone, Llnchey shouted: about the Scnmmnn bill. Approved 11. request from the "I don't care what she snys or · "It's sort of taking It out of the Frank E. Booma American Legion what she thinks." delegation's lla1nds," Mrs. Dondero When Mayor Cecll M. Neal asked post for permission to sta,ge a poppy rna.lntalned. for the council's pleasure on the re- sale Saturday, May 28. Councilman Llnohcy said: Ratified a $17.42 transfer or funds solution, Linchey demanded: "I disagree wl1J1 Councilman by City Auditor Wilfred E. Young. "I want a roll call vote on that." Dondero on thait. TI1ey had a hca:rAccepted a. letter of a.ppreclatlon "I'd like to be excused, your ing on this In Concord and several from the Women's guild · of the honor," said Mrs. Dondero. attorneys were tl1cre, nlong with North Congregational church for a Chamber or Comme1rce of!lclnls, to recent municipal appropriation for express t11e views of IJ1e citizens." ::::.:::.r:~~~~:~Fw::k::o;0te:~ University of New Hampshire Ex• • • excused from votmg when the coun- 1 tension ~ervl~t! work In Portsmouth. COUNCILMAN LEARY, chairman cil considered a letter from Charles of the delegation, interjected with: H. Walker regarding land adjacent "Speaking as a member of both to the municipal incinerator on the delegation and the council I am Jones avenue. heartily In favor of this resolution." Linchey, a business associa-te of Mr. Walker, explained that he had "a personal interest in this." linchev-Di~~ero DispufeEnlivens Short Session A petition to rezone a section of the residential Elwyn park area Into a commercial district is scheduled for review at a planning board public hearing at city hall tonight. John R. Goiter of 334 Sherburne road seeks the change in order to develop a bu.siness d:strict in the area, according to board official Maurice E. Witmer. ~,ittle opposition Is expected, Mr. Witmer added, since the Elwyn park area ls comparatively isolated · from shopping districts'. · He said the board had previously agreed to consider the proposal • favorably, The hearing is scheduled to begin at 7 :30. Rezoning Petition I Again Set Back s·~ In Master's Ruling S. Gordon Task's fight to rezone Westfield park to general residence suffered another setback today when it was disclosed that a supI erior court master is recommending denial of his appeal of a city council decision. However, the master, former · Chief Justice Thomas L. Mwrble, left the door open for the superior court to recommend to Task that he once again sta.rt his petition through municipal channels. "No facts are shown,'' he wrote, "which would preclude the plaintiff (Task) from petitioning the city council to rezone his land and expa.n d Its present residentla.1 use from one-family to two-family residences," Marble said. "The evidence Introduced at the trial would ctea.r1y warrant the city council In granting such a petition," he added. I \ • • • REPORTED to the . \uperloi- cGurt tha.t he !ound the 1 l\lARBLE :i:oning of the land owned by Task : in the Spinney road a:rea as . a general residence district would be · "contrary to purpose and Intent o! the zoning ordinance of Portsmouth and detrimental to the adjoining locality." This opinion ls based, he said. on the fact that a general residence zone ls defined as Including up to four-family units. The master observed that Portsmouth building ordinances require that all developers of land shall submit their plans and documents pertaining to the proposed development to the city council and to the planning board for approval of the site, use and development. Marble found that in his petition Task said he intended to erect "multiple family dwellings for residential rental." There apparently was no reference to "two-family" homes. In denying the petition the council acted on the advice of the planning board which has the powers of a wnl.11g commission. l �.3b * ~lbilning Board . ':. . \ ,'\ ;,O City Takes First Step'I n Taxi Fare Curbs Grants Rezoning at Elwyn Park ~ PfOposal to rezone a 10-lot sec• tlon 1~ the center or Elwyn park from 8\resldentlal area -Into a "local busine~" district won unan1mous approval o! the planning board , here 1¥t night. Requested by John R. Goiter or 33" Sherburne road, the rezoning measure was !orwarded to the city counejl for ratification. The~area specified In the petition begllll! at Hoover drive and runs . 450 feet northeast between Lafayette ' f road and Coolidge drive. The "strip'' is 330 •feet wl:le. I I • • • THE , RECOMMENDATION sent to the council Includes a restricted area of 30 !eet surrounding the ex'·· tei-lor of the section. This means, , board offlcial8° explained, that no establishments coming under the 'classification o! "local business" can be erected on the surrounding strip -thus protecting nearby landowners. Appearing at the public hearing · on the petition were two residents of Elwyn, park, Leona.rd Murray, cor. ner of McKinley , drive and Lafayette road, artd T. F. O'Sullivan, whose property abuts the gectlon. Neither ,went on record protesting the proposed change, but ·both questioned the fntricacles o! rezoning. Mr. Murray was concerned with the possibility of a tavern being built · ther&-"I have two young daughter.s," he said-and Mr.· O'Sull!van asked· whether an "undesirable" es- ! tablishment might be erected near his home. I_ • • • •J HE •EXPLAINED that he did not feel it would be adviseable to continue with his plans for landscaping 1 and home beautification if a gas; ollne station or garage were to be ' erected near his property. J Mr. Goiter announced that no I tavern would be erected In the area as long as he held the property and further pointed out that he could restrict such an establishment in the deed, when and tr It changes hands. ,The board, chairmaned by John , W. Durgin, Sr., agreed to forward : the recommendation to the council In a regular buslnctis session Immediately following the hearing In the ' council chambers of city hall. . .. 2Amendments Scheduled for I Public Hearing ~1 Tlhe city councll made e. final attempt to doctor the slck taxi industry last night and the pa,tient appeared to respond to treatment for the first. time in its lengthy Ill- ness. Gathering at an unusually harmonious special session, the council passed for first readJngs two or d 1 n n n c e · amendments wfrlich would: (1) Empower the council to establlSh mini.mum as well as maximum fares. (2) Provide one large taxl stand Instead of two on Fleet street and limit each company to only one cab at a time In the area. The amendments will be given a puhllc airing at 7:30 pm, March 30, and the council plans to hold a special meeting for second and third readings after the public hearing. • • • ORDINANCE amendments are finally approved the council will have the authority to adopt new regulations calling for a 35-cent minimum and five fare zones. The regulations were submitted to the council last night by Chairman William J. Llnchey of the parkIng and trnl'lic committee but the council decided to table them until 1 the ordinances are revised. ' The council at first intended to . adopt the :regulations as ordinances but Councilman Thomas H. Simes explained that they were not In ordinance fmm and therefore could not pass. City Manager Edward c·. Peterson said the regulations could be adopted as part of the ordinances In 1vlew of the tact that under the ordinances the council has the au'thority t<t establish' regulations. CouT,1cllman Llnchey said his committee intended the regulations only as a report at which ,Point Councilman Mary C. Dondero stated that the regulations ,must be pa.rt of the ordinances before they can become effective. WHEN THE • • • CITY SOLICITOR Arthur Reinhart informed the council that he had studied the ordinances and ruled that the council has the right to set both maximum and mini.mum rates. He then offered the amendment to the ordinances which gives the council power to establish a uniform rate. · The taxi stand amendment-center of very little discusslon-woi:ld extend taxi stand No, 1 to the beginning of stand No. 2 on Fleet street and abolish the second stand. Three parking meters which separate the two stands will be removed so the first stand can be I enlarl!'ed. More than 10 taxi operators at the ' meeting indicated their approval of the council's proproals. Mayor Cecil M. Neal suggested that the operators adopt a "gentlemen's agreement" by charging uniform rates until the council passes the fare plan into law. Taxi Regulations Get Public Airing Here TomOrrow The city council will hold a public hearing nt 7 :30 pm tomorrow on lwo proposed ordinance amend- 1 ments whi<:h would empower the council to regulate the taxi industry's fare rates. Passed for first readings at a spe- · cial meeting March 16, the two amendments would: (I) Authorize the council to establish minimum as well as maximum taxi fares. (2) Provide one large taxi stand , Instead of two on Fleet street and limit each company to only one cab at a time In the area. The council originally planned to consider second and tbird readings of the amendments at a special session after tomorrow ni ght's hearing, but the taxi provis!ons were not included In the agenda released today by City Clerk Eileen D. Foley. I • • • THE , COUNCIL'S ACTION cli- maxes a four-month attempt to set-. tie the white-hot controversy which has split the indusfry Into factions and has resulted In rate cutting . The conll1ct started early last fall when two large firms reduced fares to survive competition. More than a dozen Independent owners asked the council to settle the dispute by establishing a 50-cent mlnlmwn. But Instead, the council presented the operators with a plan which wo4ld have set a 25-cent minimum and six fare zones. The operators found ,t his pill hard to swallow nnci Insisted tJmt t;hey could not operate on less Lhan a 50-ceint fare. They said they would 1 be forced out of business. The cotmcil again took their plea Into consideration and after con1 siderable discussion presented another suggestion-this one based on a 35-cent minimum and five zones. • • • THE '.fAX! STANO amendment would extend taxi stand No. 1 to lhe beginning of stnnct No. 2 011 Fleet street a11d abolish the second stand. Three parking meters which scpurato lhc lwo stands would be removccl so the first stand can be enlarged. The council Is attempting to settle the controversy which has split the taxi Industry Into factions and has resulted In rate-cutting. It is expected that at least two large t&xi firm owners will oppose the amendment which would leave the way clear for establishment of a 35-cent minimum by the council. I The two taxi company owners I • • • MOST OF THE OPERATORS thoug,ht this would be a remedy but an owner of a large taxi firm challenged the council's right to set a (Please turn to page three) minimum and Informed the council that he would charge any fare he wished, providing It was below tihe · 35-cent provision in the municipal taxi regulations. That brought the contr.oversy back to the starting point and the council was forced last night to take Initial action on the amendment which will authorize establishment of a minl- f .1 to sett! the controversy the mum as well as a maximum fare. ai s e • fl .. ., council may require the operators to If th e counc ii s na1 peace P1an Install meters In their cabs. 1 I �have Insisted that the council's plan to lnsUtute a 35-cent minimum will be "Inconvenient and unfair" to the riding public. 1 Owners of Independent taxi firms, on the other hand, appear to be In favor of a 35-cent minimum although they fought for a . 50-cent fare several months ago. • • • A MAJORITY or local taxi aper- I • Council Fixes Rates And Zones for Taxis, Ending Lorig SqU~bble a tors are expected to be on hand tci ' record their arguments for and against the two amendments. Eight Items will be considered at the special meeting which will follow the hearing. The agenda: (1) A request from Dorothy M . Moreau for permission to transfer a tax permit. Court cost~ municipal courts.may soon be a thing of the past in New Hampshire's (2) A request from Harry Halprin from permission to erect a sign at A bill proposing abolishment of the practice or "tacking on" 123 Daniels street. costs In municipal court cases bas been introduced Into the Legis(3) A communication from the lature by Rep. Ra.e S. Laraba of Portsmouth. Central Veterans council which rea hearing yesterday on the measure, Laraba criticized the lack quest permission to use the Comor uniformity in assessing costs and added that the state's 73 munimunity Center. cipal courts are In "great confusion" about what to do with the (4) A request from the Organized money assessed as costs. Army Reserve corps for permission Laraba was backerl In his fight to abandon the "costs system" by to use the council chambers. State Police Supt. Ralph W. CaswelJ. The state police head reported (5) A communication from City an Instance In Rockingham county where a 50 fine was levied and Auditor Wilfred E. Young. cost~ of court totalrd S85, (6) A communication from Carl- 1 ton Moreau. In a Chrshlrc county rasc, the fine wns $250 and the court costs were $175, Caswell said. (7) A letter from R._ M. Edgar, "Jn no case should the costs go to the ofTlcers," Caswell asserted. assistant to the president of the Boston and Maine railroad. The discrepancy in court costs has been frequently explained to motor vehicle law offenders by Judge Jeremy R. Waldron of the (8) A request for sewer service on Portsmouth municipal court. Middle road. No other details concerning the Under the law a person arrested by motor vehicle department agenda were available. inspectors Is assrssNl costs of SG.70. A state police case costs the convicted person 4.70 and a local police charge results in costs of $6.82. Jn~tlce Waldron is always careful to point out to the offenders that there is a "moral" to his explanation: -----------------------------=!: committee With the request that the council take action on new rates ~:::!.~!' w, "' ,~"" out bu~•:,.;~'.".:~~';'•~~•;,~~•.:;:: ago." Lorobo Seeks to Toke the 'Costs' Out of Confusing Levies by Courts In "Jf you're going to get arrested, let the state police do ft. It's cheaper." I') l!l _ \ ·New Ordinance Sets 35 Cents as Minimum Fare I of bu,!. • • • "PUT SOl\tETilING ln the people's pocket and they'll buy it," she went on. "But people are not rlcling cabs at these rates any more." Councilman Llnchey emphasized that the council had spent "considerable time" working out taxi fares but said the efforts had never led to any agreement among the operators. 1 "No matter what we do we can't seem to satisfy them," he added. Taxi Owner Donald A. Moreau of 96 Brewster street then got the floor to explain that he was "sa.tisfled." Another operator, Ted A. Morsey said that the taximen had met with City Manager Edward C. Peterson several weeks ago and had agreed on a fare plan similar to that established by the council. I . . • • • IN OTHER BUSINESS the coun- Cll: I hen.ring on "I don't think there will be much two orctlnnnce nmcndments preceded disturbance there. It wm be I\ good thing for us if we 'have a clear line the council meeting. One amendment empowered ' the through there," he said. of 123 Daniels street for pennlssfon When the taxi stand ordinance council to establish both maximum to erect a wooden sign over the and minimum taxi fares. ,'J.1he other, came up for the councll's consldera.sidewalk in front of his establishreferred back to i;he coun~il's Park- tlon during the 5peclal session, ment. • Councilman Wt1llam J. Llnchey J ing and Traffic committee, provides Approved a petition from Ralp'h suggested that it be referred back ' for one large taxi stand Instead o? H. AtwelJ, president of the Central to his parking and traffic committwo on Fleet street and limits each Veterans council, requesting percompnny to only one cab at a. time tee for a further investigation. The Armed wllh new munlclpRl legls- In the area. suggestion wn 11 promptly accepted. mission for his organization to use/1 latlon to control fnres, the city After the hearing ended, the the Community Center audltoriwn . After the council gave the council Inst night brought an abrupt council unanimously approved the · April 4 for a discussion of the : Wentworth Acres question. end to the red-hot taxi industry taxi fare ordlnauce on a. roll ca.11 fare a,m endment Its second reading, controversy and left all but one of vote. councilma::i Mary C. Dondero Referred to City Manager Peterthe operators in apparent accord The enabling amendment went moved that the rules be suspended son a request from the organized for the first time in at least six unoppo;;ed during the hearing but to enable a third nnd final reading anny reserve for permission to use nnd thnt motion nlso wns accepted. the city council chambers on the months. former Gov. Charles '£. DaleCouncilman Frank E. Paterson first and third Monday of each Cllmnxing the half-l!'car free-for- . making his first appearance before pointed out that when the council's month for training purposes. aJJ betwe<'n the city and the dis- , the city council 1n more than three fare plan was Introduced March 16 • • • sentlng operators, the councll un- years-voiced opposition to the plan there wa., no opposition from tJhe AUTHORIZED City Auditor Wll~ anlmously ndopled new taxi regu- to expand the Fleet street ta.xi Jations providing both mlnlmwn st.and. operators. !red E. Young to transfer two inand maximum fares as well as a This brought Seavey to his feet. voices to the 1949 contingent fund. • • five-zone !are plan. "I don't know wt\ether you people J The Invoices, which amount to REPRESENTING JOI1N PARAS, The fares are the same as the understand the taxi business or not." $476, axe for publication of the council Introduced !Several weeks a. Fleet street property owner, Dala he said. "the people .?an't stand budget and salary ordinances earlier this year. ago. They rnnge from 35 cents 1n maintained that Paras' property these outrageous prices. Zone 1 to $1.25 In Zone 6, 1mpple- would be damaged fr the first stRnd "The people haven't got the money Accepted and placed on me a mentcd by n sy:1tem of "cross-1.one" was extended and three parking to pay such fores and as for the letter from Carlton L. Moreau of 25 rates which rctlch a maximum of meters between the two existing taxi owners, no man can operate Franklin street who requested per<:tinh-n~d $1.60. stia.nds are removed. under these conditions and make a mtsslon to construct new front steps • • • "Cars will be moving Jn and out Jlving," Seavey added. at 25 and 27 Frank11n street. Coun-', •'\-C..-x,+ ONI,Y ONE OPERATOR - Fred throughout the night, dfsturblng He warned that "the customers cllman Lfnchey pointed out that the people who live in Mr. Paras• would rather waft for a bus, even Moreau had submitted a similar peI. Seavey or 220 Rockland st.Teet ~~~~ opposed the fares set by the coun- house," Dale insisted. lt they have to waft a week." titian last fall a.nd that it was reBut Charles w. Gray of 349 State cil as "outrageous" a.nd "unfair" to Councilman Llnchey then ca.lied jected. City Manager Peterson safq, the publfc as well n the taxi own- street, a taxi operator, took issue on seavey's wife, who was seated today that he had investigated the ers. Approximately 30 other owners with the ex-governor and argued near her husband, to ask whether ca.se and found thllt the steps Would a.nd drivers appeared, but failed to that the three meters are more of a she had ever approached a memb,:r extend 18 inches Into Franklin / "menace" tha.n taxicabs. of the council's parking and traffic _S treet. register any oppo.sitlon. I I ' Granted permission to Mr. Moreau to transfer his taxi permJt to his wife, Dorothy M. Moreau. ReferrPd to City Manager Peterson a petition from Harry Halprin A IO-minute public • II Ii I ' �' Accepted and placed on fl~e a let-1J ter .from R. M. Edgar, assistant to the president of the Bo.ston and Maine rallr<>a-0 which outlfned t/h ! railroad's plans for a new statfo: I in Portsmouth. Edgar thanked City I Manager Peterson, Mayor Cecil M Neal, James B. Srrrlth, vice pres!: I .~ent of the Chamber of Commerce, t nd Alvin F. Redden, treasurer and executive secretary or the New ' ; Hampshire Seacoast Regional Del velopment association. !or their cooperation in planning the new station. Grfnted Linn Sanderson permis1 sion to tap a sewer on Middle road near the Junction of Spinney road. 8 Public Hearing < $et Tonight' '"on op .tourthouse Bill • • • SCAl\lMAN SAID he discovered that before the loc~l courthouse can be sold or otherwise disposed o! by the county commissioners provision must be made for the April term o! court. At a hearing In Concord several weeks ago, Scamman urged passage of the measure on the grounds of economy. Opposition to his proposal wa,s 1 centered among a group of Ports- · mouth attorneys and businessmen. The lawyers argued that their clients would be Inconvenienced by a change in the term nnd businessmen clalmect the revenue was necessary to them. The •city council faces' "another hea(U!.che" in the local taxi controversy, City Manager Edward c. Peterson predicted today. PeteT"Son said that although , the council has settled the !are question It stlll must decide whether the municipal taxi stand wlll continue on Fleet street or be transferred to another location In the downtown area. • • • BUT TUE • COUNOIL · did not adopt the ordinance amendment, ' despite t'he fact it was unopposed by / at least 30 taxi operators present at the special meeting. Instead, the council referred · the amendment back to the parking and traffic committee for further Investigation. The committee now Is conside-rIng a request from the operators ' that the stand be shifted to either Church street or another downtown location where telephone facilities wo~ld be available. The operators, In a petition to the ' council several months ago, pointed out that they are handicapped by a lack of telephone facilities at their Fleet street location. They expressed a pre!e-rence for a site on Church street but agreed to allow the coun1ell to choose another location. I Meanwhlle, City Manager PeterIson said he believed that "mo.st" o! the local operator:, are ''satls!fed" with the council's new regulations based a 35-cent minimum and five fare zones. I • • • ADDED, however, that the operators have encountered dt!flculty ablctlng by the council's new cross-zone rates. He said he held a special 'meeting with the operators Saturday mornIng and that their dlf!Jcultles were "partially:• Ironed out. He said that approximately 20 operators attended the meeting. Peterson explained that suggesrtlons offered by the operators at Saturday's meeting will be submitted to the ctty councll at a future meeting. l!ETERSON ! J ' Courthouse Bill 'Snowed Under~ By 8Lawyers ~, Public Hearing Monday ' A public hearlng on a bfll proposing the removal of the Portsmouth Superior court term to Exeter is scheduled for the !oral county courthouse tonight at 7 :30 o'clock. The hearing is being held be!ore ' a special five-man subcommittee of / the Rockingham county delegation I 1 to the General Court. A blll Introduced Into the House by Rep. W. Douglas Scamman o! ' Stratham provides that beginning fn April, 1050; the spling session of court shull be helrt In Exeter. Taxi Stand Site ~b* New 'Headache' llf F~r· ~ity Cou~cil ... The council held a public hearing last week on an ordinance amendment which would empower the council to enlarge taxi stand No. l and abolish stand No. 2. ~ : On · Courthouse Proposal , A public hearing on a bill proposing transfer of the April term of Superior court from Portsmouth to , Exeter is scheduled for 7 :30 pm Monday in the local county courthouse, State street. The hearing is to be held by a five-man subcommittee of the Rock1ngham county delegation to the Legislature. Passage of the measure by the I General Court would have the effeet of dls~ontinuing the courthouse I as a seat of county activities and lenrt ultimutely to !ts sale by Lhc county commls~lonern. The county convention held a public hParing on tlle l.Jlll two weeks 1 ago fn Concord. At that hcnrin u 1 only the b!ll's sponsor, Rep. W, I Douglas Scamman, spoke in Its fa' vor while several Porl~mouth attori neys opposed It. I l \\ I:\ Judge Jeremy R. Waldron, who led the attack on the bill, visualized the proposal as "another step" in the chain leading to the central!zation of all county affairs in Exeter. He said that all but two of Portsmouth's attorneys were opposed to the change. One of the two proponents, Waldron said, comes from York. The other had not "made up his mind." Since the public hearing, the Port~mouth city council-by an 8 to o vote-went on record in opposiLion Lo the Scnmman proposal. • • • COUNCJl.l\IAN Mary C. Dondero nlso secretary of the county General Court delcgutfon, declfned to vote bccnu~e ~he said It would not be "fair" to the county delegation, furLher contencling that she nnd Conncllmnn John Leary would be forced to disclose how they feel about the CONVEXTION CHAIRMAN Har- courthouse. old W. Corson of Derry simultanScamman claimed at the public eously said the convention was plan- hearing that money is "wasted" in. ning Lo pass a resolution to set up the maintenance of two courta subcommittee to take evidence houses. and study the courthouse Issue. After the county convention apArgumi!nt~ advanced against tl;le proved the formation of a subcomcomLhouse closing by the local mitlee, Rep. Clinton W. Elwell of group were chiefly concerned with Exeter wus named its chairman. "convenience" to Portsmouth area Serving with him are Representaresldents. Lives Charles T. Durell of PortsThe lawyers contended that re- mouth, Robert A. Johnson of No1-thmoving the April term to Exeter wood, Harry E. Clark of Derry and wounld mean increased legal costs Arthur F. LaBranche of Newmarto clients. ket. ••• Rep. Harry H. Foote o! Portsmouth asked th!' Stratham legislature how he arrived at his clafm of f,'.l a $4,000 saving. Scamman replied I that It costs $5,000 as an annual average to maintain the Portsmouth courthouse. Portsmouth lawyers "ganged up" "I believe an office can be rented last night at a publ!c hearing on a for the county commissioners at b!ll to move the April term ot $600 a year, if the courthouse Is Superior court fn Exeter and "snowclosed, and another $400 would have ed under" the blll's Jone advocate, to be spent !or additional mainit's spon59r Rep. W. Douglas Scamman of Stratham. tenance fn Exeter but the rest would ~e saved," Scamman added. Eight of the 11 opposition speak1 ers heard by the county delegation's Scamman told Rep. Edward Inspecial •subcommittee were la~ers. graham of Portsmouth that he did The other three were Portsmouth not know how much the proposed bu.sfnessmen, renovations of the Exeter courtThe lawyers stressed "inconvenhouse w·ould cost. ience to clients" I! Portsmouth loses But Rep. Mary C. Dondero of its court term and Scamman argued Portsmouth volunteered the inforfor "economy." mation that the expense would be Approximately 50 persons attendapproximately $50,000. ed the hearing fn State street court• • • house, lncludfng several cit,y council- I AT'fY. CIJARl,ES J. GRIFFIN men and Portsmouth representaa.sked why the Portsmouth courttives to the General Court. house ls being singled out for • • • Clo.sing. SCAMMAN SAID he believed "There's no particular reason," that his measure would save the Scamman answered, "ff the comcounty $4,000 annually because the mittee decided to close the Exeter Portsmouth courthouse couJd be courthouse Instead, I'd go along with I disposed of by the county after the them." elimination of the April te1m hei·e. ' "Isn't it true that the renovations "Four years ago the councy comat Exeter were planned before this missioners said there was no need bill was Introduced?" Griffin asked. !or two courthouses," Scamman Scamman said he understood said. that the Records bullding in Exeter "But I'm willing to let the commust have an addition and that the mittee decide whether it should be commfssfoners are trying to see If the Exeter or Portsmouth courtrenovation of the courthouse isn't a house that ls to be closed," he exmore feasible way to house the clerk plained. or court, I I "Why not move the clerk to Portsmou th?" Griffin demanded. "That's what the committee is to decide," parried Scamman. After Griffin ffnl&hed his Inter- , rogation or Scamman, Chairman Clinton \V. Elwell of Exeter asked for other proponenls of the bill to speak. But when no cne arose, he , turned the hearing over to opposition speakers. Formn Rep. Remick H. Leighton ctescribect the proposal as merely the ''starling point" for centralization of ;;.11 county activities in Exeter. "Which," he said, "may or may not be cleslrable." ' I.ETGil'.l'ON SAin that 25 % of J I the county's population ls concentrated in Portsmouth. "That's accordlng to our checklists used In the last national elec1 tion and they nre not padded checklists," he observed. In the 24lh senatorial district there ls 36 % of the county's population and within a 10-mile radius of Portsmouth 42 % of the population is centered, Leighton said. He listed the countys which have two or more court locations as H1llsborough, Grafton, Coos and Rockingham. "We are told that In horse and buggy days It was necessary to have Lwo cour;,houses because of the travel dffffculties, but that nowadays, It's easy to go to Exeter. The reverse ls also true, I believe. It's easy for Exeter to come here," Leighton said. �He declared that the real purpose of the Scamman bill Is to facilitate the sale of the Portsmouth courthouse and with the proceeds "renovate the Exeter building." 1 1 • • • SPEAKER, Atty. Ralph G. McCarthy, said he was questioned by The Porlsmouth Herald on the Issue and there was "no question how I felt. I am agln' It." McCarthy keynoted the at,tacks on the bill by the lawyers who followed him when he criticized the proposed shift to Exeter as an "inconvenience to clients." He Insisted that "50,000 residents" of the Portsmouth area should get consideration, Continuing, "The Exeter building Is nowhere near as good as this one. I have a word for that Exeter building but I can't say it publicly." In rapid succession, McCarthy was followed by Atton1eys Harold M. Smith, Charles M. Dale, Wyman P. Boynton, Arthur J. Reinhart, Jeremy R. Waldron and Leo Llberson. In addition three men not connected with the legal profession, Andrew Jarvis, Sheriff Simes Frink and John Loughlin appeared In op~ position. Dale declared that moving · the April term to Exeter was a "plain case or being penny wise and pound crazy." "I speak only from the angle of expense to litigants. The cost to them of such a move will be much more than $4,000," Dale said. THE NEXT • • • I • • • "l'l\f NOT WORRYING about the - - -- - ---- Boynton declared that Rocklngha.m county has more criminal court activity than any other, except Hillsborough. He claimed 125 cases were handled In the courts In 1948 -ns C-Ompnrcd to Grnflon, the next 1 neaxest, whioh had 49. • • • JUDGE WALDRON chtlmed that Scamman's figures did not take into consideration the additional cost o! operating the Exeter courthouse and its renovations. Ohalrman Elwell Interrupted him to declare thnt the renovation of the Exe'tcr courU1ouse hns been I "planned fc:,r a long time." SAID that Portsmouth's court building Is In "good shape" but Exeter's needs rel pairs that "might go into thousands of dollars." He stressed the conveniences of the Portsmouth building and declared that the justices prefer to come here, that jurors prefer to come here and "'after all we owe them some consideration." "The jurors mitke a sacrifice to t.ake jury duty and IC they like to bring their families to Portsmouth to shop, they should have that opportunity," he said. Boynton asked the sherifI If he could give any figures on the cost of renting a "suitable" office for the county commissioners. The sherlfI said that In his opinion "It would cost $150 a month or $1,800 a year." Mrs. Dondero asked, "If that Is true, how Is It that the county commissioners let an office In this building for $50 a year?" "Tha t's up to county commissioners, Mrs. Donderp," the sheriff replied. At the conclusion of the hearing, Chairman Elwell told newsmen that two more hearings on Scamman's bill have been scheduled. · One ls to be held In Adams Memorln! hall, Derry, next Monday night. The second In the Records building, Exeter, April 15. Both are to be held at 7:30 pm. SHERIFF I lawyers. We can take care o! ourselves. But the money saved the county wlll be a mere bagn.tclle compared to the Increased costs of going to Exeter. "The next step will be to close down our sessions of probate court on the grounds there Is no place to hold It," Dale argued. County Solicitor Boynton contended that the Rockingham county docket Is already "crowded," arguing that the Legislature may have to consider a proposal t-0 give the county more U1nn two terms to take care of the legal business. "There's been no mention o! t:he additional expense of operating the Exeter courtho11se, If Hie term ts moved l,hrre, The rcnovn tlons w!ll cost monry," n oynton M ic!, "nnrl there will be lhe co.st of heal,lng Lhe pln.ce. "In this courthouse there nre q11!te a number of offices and If the pressure of county business cont.inues, It may be that the solicitor should have an office here. That would be more loglCfll l,han Exeter where tJhey are alrcn.dy complaining of space shortage." Waldron remarked, "At the puo11c hearing In Concord I said I believed this to be the second link In a chain to move everythlng to Exeter but after hearing the chairman explain that these plans have been underway a long time, I might sa,y it's the t,hlrd In the cl1aln. "'I111e first was hhe closing of the jail. The second came when plans to renovate the Exeter courthouse were made, and now this bill to move the session to Exeter ls the third," he added. "I'm not denying Exeter people the right to a courthouse but the people of this vicinity need the same accommodittlon. Let's keep things as they are. Enlarge the records building, keep the Exeter courl,house : closed except during a session and 11 keep this courthouse here," he said. i FRINK , Peterson F·inds Olp $6,000 Unpaid ~ In Poll Taxes ,Here Poll Tax Debtors Face Cancellation~ Of Auto License;, A dire threat-in this automobile age-ls hanging over tihe heads of Portsmouth poll tax delinquents. And that Is the ca,ncellatlon ot drivers' licenses and automobile reglsi,ratlons unless tJhe back poll t,ax bill Is paid up. I This disclosure was made today by ' City M, ',\llager Edward C. Peterson who said prclimlni!.ry steps l in planning a "crackdown" on the delinquents have been taken already. Tax Collector J. Warren Somer1 by yesterday "sampled" 10 of the man,y persons owing poll taxes and In one case tJhe response was "Immediate" according to Peterson. The person .tn question asked tne amount he owed and promised a $45 check would be in the mall today to bring himself and his wife "square with the board." I I • • • THE "Gll\ll\1:ICIC" that will col- lect many of the back poll taxes is that anyone registering a car or applying for a driver's license signs his name, "under the penaltiy or perjury," that he has paid his ~11 rtaxes, Somer,,bj eaid. ' '. "We're notifying tl'ies'e people,'' ! bhe tax·collector ' added, "that t'hey must pruy. If they don't we'll ask the motor vehicle department to cail1cel tihelr driver's licenses or registrations." Somerby said that 12.ter on, it 1s planned to add temporarily a deputy collector to his office to collect any poll taxes not brought in by the cancellation of driving licenses. Meanwhile, Peterson estimated that "50 cents on $1" on the delinquent taxes can be collected. Peterson said recently that $6,000 in poll taxes had not been collected each year for several years and th1it it is something the city cannot "afford" to Ignore. City officials are making a "careful" check on Portsmouth's poll tax lists to determine the number of delinquents, City Maanger Edward C. Peterson ~aid today. Peterson reported that he ordered the check• after learning that ap: proximately $6,000 In unpaid poll taxes ls carried on the municipal books each year. "It's evident from this that the poll tax system needs an overhauling," Peterson added. The city manager said an effort Is being made to determine whether the $6,000 represents delinquent payments or Improper listings. · Peterson also reported that he In' tends to turn over poll tax collections to a deputy tax collector In the near future. He said that the collector would be paid on a commission basis. "Something must be done with the poll tax situation. We can't carry the $6 ,000 on our books every year," Peterso11 concluded. I Council Revis~-~(>}. .. :Some Taxi Rules; · 1 I !~~!,, ~,~!!~!:rn~!~?i,. If pute drew closer today to a final settlement after the city council lasL night made several revisions in Its uniform taxi fare plan. Aeling on complaints from taxi operators that the newly-establl~hecl r,re;s and zone.5 were "still complicated'' and "unfair" to both themselves and the public, the council made another bid to solve the controversy by setting new cross-zone rates. The council also extended the cro.ss-zone In Zone 1 from Hanover ! to Deer streets to benefit taxi operators who work out ot the railroad station. • • • THE COUNCIL DECIDED that the cross-zone rates between all zones, with the exception of No. 1, shall be the sum of the rates of each zone, less 25 cents. In computing the cross-zone rate on a trip involving Zone 1, 50 ·cents will be the amount paid rather than : . the previously announced 35-cent , minimum In Zone 1. But on inter- ' · zone trips the Zone 1 minimum will remain at 35-cents. Here are two examples: The Zone 4 fare Is $1 and the Zone 2 rate I~ 50 cents. Now, If one to three passengers travc-1 from Zone 4 to Zone 2 and I.he taxicab crosses Islington street (the cro.ss-zone) the total fare will 1 be $1.25. ff one to three passengers travel from Zone 2 (50 cents) to Zone 1 (50 cents> the taxi driver would e.dd the fares of both zones ($1) and , subtract 25 cents. Thus the total , cro.ss-zone fare would be 75 cents .. • • • ORIGINALLY, the I Zone 1 crosszone area extended along Hanover ' street on the north, Middle and Bridge streets on the west, Court l street on the south, and Bow street and the shoreline on the east. Under this plan, taxi operators who use the railroad station as a headquarters were forced to charge their passengers 15 cents more than the 35-cent minimum In zone 1 when they crossed Hanover street. So, the council extended the northernmost boundary of the Zone 1 cross area to Deer street so that it now inclutles the railroad station. In another move, the councU. voted to include Nobles island in Zone 1. Originally It was a part o! Zone 2, �l-\0 'Fireworks' Missing Plans for Centennial t j ., _. 6\J.~ . Confuse Councilmen In Council Session l The Portsmouth city council agreed last night to meet with the Chamber ·of Commerce to discuss plans to celebrate the city's 100th anniversary as a corporation. But It did not reach the agreement before Councilman Frank E. Paterson swung a heavy "hammer" on the framework of a special committee's plans for the observance. The city council plodded through a routine meeting last night with none of the oral "fireworks" that usually accompany its deliberations. Principal Item to be considered during the three-hour session was the granting of a petition from Robert B. Caswell for permission to store and sell gasoline on hls Islington street property neur the Morley company. 1 1 II Caswell's original petition was Finally, Mrs. Dondero mol'ed that : tabled by the council, pending a repermission be granted and the moport by City Manager Edward C. tion carried on a voice vote. An Councilman Mary C. Dondero stirred ~I Peterson on a "rumor" that Caswell obviously relieved Caswell lmmediPaterson, himself a member o! her \ committee, into action. lntended to erect a self-service gas ately left the counc!I chamber. station. ' • • • Mrs. Dondero said the committee The petitioner himself "scotched" , THE CASWELL MATTER was but decided against professional pro- I / the rumor in a letter to the council the first of several Issues to trouble ductlons because they are "too cost- ' declaring that he does not have any the council. Iy." She said a local program had intention of establishing such a Arthur B. Crosman asked for a been prepared on the suggestion of 1 The Portsmouth city council may business. change o! zoning at the former Keith Field of WHEB. decide to go into the "antique docu- 1 • • • Ladd property on Highland street so Mrs. Dondero was little confused ment business" at !ts meeting to- : KEEPING CASWELL on "tenterthat he can operate a convalescent as to the anniversary the city Is to night. hooks" for more than 30 minutes home there. observe. She repeatedly referred to while they deliberated whether or After lengthy debate, perusal of . it as the "tercentenary" celebration ' City Manager Edward C. Peternot Caswell's letter constituted a rethe ordinances and state laws, the • o! the clty•1 centennial. son said today that one of the port from the · city manager, the council referred the petition to the ., • • I •t'. ;,. ' ., major Items scheduled to come becouncilmen-urged on by Councilplanning board. The board was BUT SHE WAS not alone In the fore the council is the disposition man Mary C. Dondero-finally deasked to hold e. special meeting for c6n!uslon. councilman Paterson said o! $64,700 in railroad stocks and I immediate consideration of Croshe had not attended the last combo nd s. , cided that It did. However, the action was delayed man's petition. mittee meeting because his cousin, I The stocks were purchased by the Mayor Neal said that he -believed Edward H. Paterson, was notified city more than 40 years ago. Peter- 1 by a two-man discussion between th e appointment of an adjustment Mayor Cecil M. Neal and Councilinstead of himself. son said he believed that the city man Lester R. Whitaker who tried board was necessary for study of Then he opened !Ire on the prowill be "lucky to get even part of to flnd out I! the council could limit Crosman's request. gram. the value In view of today's market." the number or service stations oper"The other day Judge Marble "Golt on the Wentworth course. , He said he planned to ask the ated In the city. wanted to know 1f we had an adThat won't attract anyone local," council to authorize the auditor to justment board," Neal said, "and 1 Neal said that, in hls opinion, he . commented. lnvestigate the possibilities o! "unI believe that's a matter for such there are "too many service stations "Raclng on the river. We have loading" the stocks at the best ada board ." in town already." that every SUnday. vantage to the city, Peterson explained that cases • • • "Fishing trips. Those are avallAnd Whitaker, after being insuch as Crosman's should be apALSO ON THE council agenda able to anyone in town, any time. formed that Caswell planned to penled to nn adjustment board and Is an amendment to the recently "Swimming meet. Where's that? build a new station, sald he thought thnt the council should appoint the approved taxi fare ordinance which Down at the Wentworth pool, too?" it might not be adviseable to alboard. would include the railroad station He continued, "Mqonllght sails. low another one. • • • in the 35-cent zone. That's nothing new for local J\IRS. DONDERO said that she beMrs. Dondero asked how they people." In addition a water line petition lieved the manager made all apwere going to limit the nwnber of "Baseball tournament. We have from residents o! the Portsmouth pointments except the auditor and businesses In the city. baseball every night all summer," he ' end of Wentworth road ts scheduled , th at he should make the appoint"If 50 persims decide to set up said. !or council discussion. ments. Mrs. Dondero said she madt the grocery stores, how can we stop Other business on the agenda inHowever, Solicitor Re 1n h art "partial" report to flnd out how the them? They have that right," she claimed that the board of adjustcludes: council felt. said. ment is created by state law which A tag day petition from the Vet"We know that expenditures such • • • : designates the council as the aperans of Foreign Wars. as $11,000 proposed by one company THE MAYOR REPLIED that he pointing body. are out o! the question in these I Request for use of the Ward 1 thought It was a. question for the Mayor Neal suggested that the polllng place !or a checker tournadays when money ts so short but city solicitor and a muted · con- council appoint a board and that ment. we believed that thts program could ference between Neal and City the manager agree to it, but Peterbe held !or $1,000 to $1,200." Request from J. J. Newberry to Solicitor Mthur J. Reinhart fol- son objected because the city charenter a sewer. •• • • ter p_rov ides that the conncil shall lowed . . SHE SAID SOME o! that money , Petitions from the library trusnot rnter!cre In appointments. Caswell was then asked by Neal would be spent on prizes which im1 tees !or a new desk in the public Neal then countered with the promediately brought Councilman ·l library. how much gasoline he planned to posal that the manager make the Thomas H. Simes to his feet to store on the property and Caswell Petition to transfer a taxi perappointments and the council con' question the city solicitor as to the . mlt from Andrew J. Barrett to replied t.lhat he believed the gasofirm, but Peterson again contended legal!ty of the city giving prizes. line companies are now installing James Driscoll. that "such action might be Illegal." Sol!c!tor Arthur J. Reinhart af8,000 gallon tanks. Communication from Robert CasCouncllrpan Roland I. Noyes " ter a perusal ·or statutes, ruled' that • well, concerning a proposed gasoReinhart then read from the city I moved the petition be referred to l the city could contribute money to line station. ordinances that not more than 300 the planning board and the board I the observance of "old home week" Appointment o! a board o! adgallons of gasoline can be stored be asked to meet ·1mmedlately. and irl' his opinion that co~ered justment. above ground. At the same time, the city soliciprize giving. : Consideration of an ordinance "Are you planning to put those tor was asked to study the adjustCouncilman Lester R. Whitaker deallng with the fees of city officers. ment board question and decide who tanks in the ground?" asked Neal. , said his main interest in the sugshould make the appointments. "O! course," Caswell answered. 1 1 gested program was the "!lremen's Another apparently troublesome "I'm asking for permission to muster." He added that it could not Issue was brought to the council's be held in the two hours allotted to store gasoline, not to erect a serattention by John R. Goiter who it in the program." vice station. When I'm ready to asked that the city ordinances be r Councilman Simes observed, "Per- , build, I'll go to the building inchanged to require roads be excahaps we should use it as a last op- I I spector for his approval." vated only 25 feet instead of 40 feet. portunlty and hold a tag day so the ' i Councilman Thomas H. Simes • • • citizens can help pay of! their city's suggested that permission be given , debts," to Caswell but limited to prevent 1I The council finally agreed to meet the construction of a self-service as a committee o! the whole with station. the Chamber of Commerce centennial committee to continue a discussion o!_plans. I A "partial" report submitted by ·- ·- ---- · ounc1•1 prepares ·To Unload $64 700 In 'Anc1ent • / Stoe k5 I( I ,, / l I I I I I I l �--------. l INSTRUCTED REQUESTS FROM the · public the manager and street superinten- library trustees for repainting the \' I 'I dent to study the ordinances and outside trim at the library and the prepare a report. / constructlor. of a "iending desk" in Goiter told the council that he , the library were referred to the excavated the roads In his Elwyn mA.nagcr for study, Park development to a width of 25 In other business the council votfeet after approval of the old board ed to: ol street commissioners. Refer to the planning board Dr. "It's not right now that I've put Wendell P. Clare's petition for a An Exeter architect offlclally es- I In my sewer lines, hydrants and one-car garage at 402 State street. thnates that ll'enovatlons ln the 1 grading to require that I excavate Accept the invitation of the Portsout to 40 feet," Goiter asserted. / Superior courthouse at the county Moving on to another Item of seat will cost $50,314, Commissioner business. the council voted to wipe I mouth lodge of Elks to attend the Alvin E. Foss said this morning. order's Easter ball, April 18. $1,511 in "bad debts" from the city The estimate was made by Archibooks. Accept the report of the plumbing tect Horace G. Bradt, Commissioner inspector. The action was recommended by Foss disclosed, and covers plans to Refer to the city manager for ac- provide more filing space In the City Auditor Wilfred J . Young, who tion a petition from Louis Brad- County Records building by moving reported that the city solicitor had bard for a sign at 79 Islington street. the Superior court clerk's office to ruled the debts "uncollectible" beGrant the Emerson-Hovey post, the courthouse. cause or the six-y<;?ar statute of r limitations. i VFW, a tag day on May 21. Foss said the plans-which must Approve use of the Ward 1 polling await approval of the county delegaIncluded In the list of "uncollec- I tlble accounts" wns $57 owrd to the: , place for a checker tournRment. city since 1941 by former Tax Col- 1 • • • tlon-entall shifting Court Clerk lector Philip M. Trafton. ' APPROVE TRANSFER of a taxi- Arthur J. CA.ll's records Rnd staff Cowicllman Dondero argued that cab permit from Andrew J. Barrett , out of the records building. to James Driscoll. • • • Tratton's debt should not be included in those to be cleared from Deny the Volunteers of America · IF THE COURTHOUSE is reno. the books. permission to solicit funds. vatect the commissioner explained, Permit the J. J. Newberry Co. to CRll '.wm have a fireproof hall to Councllmnn Simes asked the so- ' llcltor If the limitation statute apenter the Fleet street sewer. house his records and Register of Instruct the city manager to have Probate Frank B. Nay will be able plied to Trafton and Reinhart said that In hill opinion it did. repaired a stair railing at the home to take over the entire second floor of Ray c. Payette, . 324 Hanover , of the records building. • • • MRS DONDERO SAID she would street. call and the county commissioll Ban storage of gasoline or kero- office now occupy that floor. The like to discuss the matter in execu- , ·ti ve i;esslon.. sene at 91 Penhallow street. commission would move downstairs Grant Miss Hannah G. Fernald, under the new plan. Councilman William J. Linchey retired public librarian, her penThe architect's estimate includes immediately i;napped, "Let's keep slon for January, 1949. r~oval of the main staircase at it out In the open. None of these Refer to the city manager for in- the courthouse and replacing it under the table di.<:cussions should go." vestlgation a petition for a water with a circular stairway. , line along Wentworth road from Linchey then moved the recomSagamore road to the Rye line. mendation or the auditor be accepted and lt was voted by the council. The city council also learned from the auditor how much stocks and bonds can depreciate in 40 years. Young sold in a report that the city owns $64,700 worth of New York, The time of a public hearing on New Haven and Hartford railroad possible elimination of traffic conr;ecurities - at par value. They are gestion at the Woodbury avenuenow carried on the city's books as Interstate bypass Intersection has worth $140. been changed to 7 :30 pm, Monday. • • • A public hearing on proposals deCity Manager Edward C. Peterson COUNCILI\IAN LINCI,Ey moved signed to eliminate traffic congesmade the announcement today after to authorize the auditor and manation at the Woodbury avenue-Intera telephone conference with Highger to study methods of disposing state bypass intersection Is schedway commissioner Frederic E. Evof the stocks, "before they can deuled for 10 nm Monday in the counerett of Concord, preciate n:iy further." cil chamber. The hearing was originally schedAn orcUnance providing that fees Announcement of the hearing beuled for 10 nm Monday in the from licenses, certificates and other fore Highway Commissioner Frederic council chambers. documents issuect by the city should ; E. Everett was made last night by 1 Peter~on said the time of the go to the city treasury was Passed · Mayor Cecil M. Neal. meeting is only change as the hearon first reading. Previously, Everett reported that ing ls still to be held in the council Councilman Dondero questioned · the highway department ls considerchambers, the legality or the orcanance and , ing two possible solutions to the asked the solicitor to n1le o~ whethcongestion at the junction of the two roads. er state law or a city ordinance takes precedence. They are: Reinhart said that a stnte law (1) Widening the In tersection In lias precedence and Mrs. Dondero an easterly direction and lnstnlllng remark~d that t,he ordmance would self-actuating trnfflc lights. be o! "no avail." (2) Tunneling Woodbury avenue The city solicitor said that in the under the bypass. case of a contract agreeing to give After the mayor's announcement, the fees to the city, then the con- Councilman Wllllnm J . Linchey tract would be good, It its terms are asked why the hearing could not be accepted. held at night. ' • "If the terms are 1tccepted," Mrs. • • • 1 The council agreed, however, to Dondero i;ald, "then there is no neect "'I'HE PF.Ol'l,F. who live In that Instruct the city manag er to ask the for an orcUnance." area can't be there," Llnchey said. 1 highway department to hold the CouncJ:man Richman S. Marge- "Th e hearing won't amount to any- hearing at 7:30 pm. son urged th1tt an ordinance would thing because It'll be Just snmP. as Mayor Neal then pointed out that mean the question was down in the last one. the hearing on the lntorsectlon is "black anct white." "They'll come down here and tell entirely different than the hearlng • • • us what they're going to dL . The scheduled !or April 22 before the , whole thing's a farce," Llnchey governor and council on the promaintained. posed spur road which ls to run parallel to Woo~b':1':_ ~ue. ___ · ~ ~~ . c : a . . - I Renovations Seen .. Costing $50,3 I4 at , Exeter Courthouse i I f Bypass Hearing ut Publi~ Hearing ·i \ Changed to 7.30 \ On Bypass Issue Slated Monday .-~ Bypass Hearing ~,~) I~ iScheduled Tonight A ·publlc hearing on proposals to eliminate the tra!fic control problem at Woodbury avenue and the Interstate bypass intersection is scheduled for tonight at 7:30 in the council chambers of city hall. The state highway department has indicated that it Is Interested in two propositions for Improving traffic conditions at the intersection. One is a suggestion that Woodbury avenue be tunneled under the bypass and the other that both the bypass and the avenue be widened to facilitate turns. On April 22, the governor and his executive cquncll are to hold a hearIng In the local council chamber on a proposed spur road to parallel Woodbury avenue out as far as Bean's hill, Newington. I The Heat Is On • At City Hall for0·~ ·Poll ·Tax ·Collection The heat is on. , So if you're delinquent in poll taxes you'd better dig down. That warning echoed through city hall today as City Manager Edward ' C. Peterson and representatives of the Petsch, Angell auditing firm of, Norwich, Vt., prepared to clean up an estimated $51,000 in back poll , taxes. • • • HERE'S HOW they intend it: Peterson and the auditors the names of "at least 6,000" • residents who failed to pay poll taxes since 1939 and the 40's. to do have local theirearly Some citizens missed payments only one or two years but many have failed to contribute their share !or at least 10 years. Peterson and the auditors ·already have bills made out to a majority of the delinquents and plan "to mail them wlthin a week or so. A cross file w111 be kept by the auditors. • • • , IF THE DELINQUENTS fail to pay the tax bllls or fall to contact 1 ;ax: Collector J. Warren Somerby, pressure" wlll be applied, according to Peterson. He has announced that a deputy tax collector-paid on e. commission basis-will be engaged to visit the delinquents and demand payment. If that doesn't work, Peteyson says, he may ask the state motor vehicle department !or assistance. New Hampshire law requires poll tax pa~ents before a. driver's license is issued. Peterson pointed out that anyone applying !or a driver's license signs~ his name "under penalty of per- l Jury" that he has paid his poll 1 taxes. �1 COuncil Prepares. Resolution Against Bypass Decision; Residents Hit State's "iPlan I~ .Ex-Street Head ~hclrges Mayor 'Does as Told' The Woodbury avenue-Interstate bypass apparently will remain a "level grade" crossing, but not I! the city council has its way. The council decided today to consider a resolution opposing a "level grade" crossing after State Highway Commissioner Frederic E. Everett last night Informed 60 Woodbury avenue area residents that his department has only enough funds to retain the present junction with some Improvements. Called Into a special session at 7:30 tonight by City Manager Edward C. Peterson, the council will consider these three provisions of a resolution: (1) That the Woodbury avenue grade crossing be separated. (2) That Commissioner Everett restudy costs of the proposed intel'sectlon. ' (3) That the Legislature Increase the toll road bond Issue to allow the state highway department to spend additional funds to Improve the, Woodbury avenue crossing. ! f I • • • IT WAS EXPECTED that the council would adopt the resolution with little discussion or opposlt'!on. Commissioner Everett reported his departments plans at a gathering In city hall last night of state and city officials, along with residents of the area. Originally listed as a "public hearing," Everett said the meeting WM not such and added: , "We Just came down here to tell you people what we are going to do." A storm of protest from the audience greeted the commissioner's declaration but he quietly turned to his bridge pngineer, Harold E. Lang•ley and. asked him to explain why the department decided' ·to7teep fue crossing at level grade. I • • • that three possibilities were considered , by the highway department: (1) To tunnel Woodbury avenue , under the bypass. ~ (2) To tunnel the bypass under Woodhury avenue. (3) To reta.ln the present · grade crossing. The first two were rejected because of expense Langley said. He estimated the tunneling operatlorus ~ d cost approximately $500,000. 1 LANGLEY EXPLAINED But the grade crossing, he said, - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - " · could be widened and self-actuating Mrs. Paul Kiley asked if the cltiHowever, before the "hearing" collights installed for an estimated zens had any recourse and Everett said It could be taken to the gov- lapsed in a rush of the audience to $100,000. ernor and council who would hold a look at the highway department's Langley's explanation that the plans, Rep. Rae S. Laraba said he 1 , proposed "tunneling" would effect public hearing, had fought for a "separation" at Howard Johnson's restaurant ' so "But," Everett explained, "the highway commissioner has the au- Woodbury avenue and that the bill , much that It would ei th er have to thorlty to regulate that crossing. It was passed on the assurance that it. would be done. \ move or be bought out, brought was given him by the Legislature. City Councilman William J. Llnchey • • • Laraba asked Everett how much ' to his feet. MRS. KILEY SAID, "Money does- ' money was available, and after the "Isn't It a fact that when the by- n't mean much when you wipe out commissioner said he did not have pass was built, they said they one car full of people and then anweren't ln a position to do anything other. How many crossings as busy enough to build an overpass, Laraba bhen to Improve that junction but as Woodbury are not being sep- asserted he would go to the Legislathat It would be done later?" Lln- arated?" ture and ask for -an additional bond ) chey asked. County Solicitor Boynton con- issue. • • • tended that the commissioner Is "THAT'S A PROBLEM for the obligated to separate Woodbury Maine-New Hamp.shire Interstate avenue and tJhe bypass under the bridge commission," Langley re- law passed by the 1947 General plled. Court. "Didn't you save $500,000 on the He cited from the statutes which bids?" Llnchey demanded. set tlhe eastern end of the toll road Everett replied that money Is at a point .. 21 feet from the center needed to build the spur road to of Woodbury avenue." Newington In addition to "whatAs fast as the solicitor found legal ever we do at Woodbury avenue." backing for his arguments, N. O. "Isn't this whole thing due to Whitford, land engineer for 1 the deHoward Johnson's?" Linchey per- partment, countered with citations Twenty-three retirement-age city sisted. which he claimed disproved Boynworkers will be forced out of jobs "Not wholly," replied Everett. ton's statements. July l, 1950, under provisions of the Boynton would up his argument municipal rules and regulations. "Well, apparently, even though saying, "According to your plans Afler Lhat date reti.rement of lives are at stake, we can't do any- bhe rotary is to be 800 feet from the municipal employes will be comthing about It," Llnchey said. Intersection. They'll be going fastpulsory at the age of 70. Twenty"You're not going to improve that er tfrlan 30 when they hlt. that crosstwo workers already have passed intersection." ing. the 70-year mark while one em"I! you want the blood of Inno"This ls not a public hearing," ploye is 69 at present. cent people on your hands, that's Everett explained. "And we're not The ruling-made by City Mangoing to make any changes in our your business," he concluded. ager Edwurd C. Peterson last May plans." • • -will have Its most serious effect WHITFORD PLEADED for the The protest was carried on by on the highway department where· County Solicitor Wyman P . Boynton audience to look at the plans for 16 wol'kers will be affected. who asked for a "breakdown" of the the improvement. But from the applause given his Two firemen, two wate~ departfigures on the cost of bridging the remark, David Smith apparently n)ent workers and three unidentified ln tersectlon. city officials also will be compelled Langley's "breakdown" showed the summed up the feelings of the perto retire. bridge totals at $500,000 in contrast sons present when he said: "We're not Interested In the plans, The ages of highway department to $100,000 for the grade crossing Imworkers eligible for retirement next unless we can have what we want." provement. Mrs. KIiey asked I! any of the year range from 70 to 81. Only one Former Street Commissioner Dacouncilmen and representatives worker Is 70 at present; four are 71; vid R. Smith brought the discussion present had anything to say and two are 72; three are 75; and three back to the "role of Howard Johnasked Mayor Cecil M. Neal what he others are 79. Two mol'e are 74 and son's." thought. 78. • • • • • • Smith interjected, ',!He doesn't j "IF YOU FELLOWS decided to THE TWO FIREMEN, whose ! build a cutoff on another road Job think. He just does what he's told." Smith's statement led to a heated names could not be obtained, are that kills a little man's gas station 76 and 70, while two "old tlmel's" in you wouldn't pay him damages, exchange between himself and Mayor Neal at the conclusion of the the water department are 70 and 69. would you?" he asked. mee~~ One city official ls 83 and the two When the engineers murmured a 1 Neal Insisted that Smith "back others are 77 and 72. low-voiced "no," Smith roared up" what he said and Smith ans• City Manager Peterson explained "Well, what's the difference?'• ' wered, "you know what I'm talking that the ruling was made in conHe added, "I don't think you've about." junction with the state retirement given this enough study. Move the The threatened fisticuffs failed to act which forces municipal employes bypass road west of Howard Johnmaterialize after Smith sat down to retire at 70. son's and you'll save money. but they continued to bat a verbal He said applicants for city jobs "One good accident out there and ball around wit.h Smit.h insist.Ing who are 65 or over have not been $85,000 will be a drop In the bucket. that Neal "get. on his dignity and act accepted since the rules and regulaI! your minds are made up, nobody like a mayor." t.ions went into effect. can stop you but Portsmouth is not getting a square deal." I I IForced Retirement In Prospect forQf \\\ 23 City Worke·rs • �'-- Street Repair Project Begins Here June 1, May Cost $66,000 *Money to Com·e .1due ~t~:::ns From Res ■d ge Fun d n Of B The clay, according to Stevens, ha.s been the principal cause for the !~~~~r~~~tral!hlrsem~~~~ above the clay base, froze during cold weather and then caused the surfaces to crack. Stevens said the danger of slmllar nctlon In thr future wlll be ellmlnalt'd artrr the gravel ls _Placed as Plnns for a $66,000 street repair program, scheduled to get underway about June 1 and last for five months, were announced today by Street Supt. Nat s. Stevens. Tentatively slated for repairs and resurfacing are Islington, Pleasant, Marcy, Dennett and Middle sbreets along with Newcastle avenue. ' Stevens said local highway department engineers now are surveying the streets to determine their condition and estimate the cost of the program which hns been planned by· both Steven~ nnrl City Mnnager Edward C. Peterson. Stevens sold he and Peterson expect that the city will be able to finance the repairs with funds remaining from the Maplewood avenue bridge project. • • • ABOUT $78,000 of a bond Issue has I been unused In the bridge fund and I Peterson expects that between $10,000 and $12,000 will be needed to a ~::~I~ett street from Myrtle street to Maplewood avenue wlll be rebuilt. If enough funds remain, Stevens said, the Middle street project w!ll be undertaken and the street will be resurfaced. • • • "WE AltE NOT SURE just how much all lit.ls work wlll cost," Stevens said, "but we expect to have at least $66,00C lo spend." "It will c<xit us more for materials than it will for labor," Stevens added. The pul.J!Ic works superintendent said that !veal highway department crews will do most of the repair work. He r,xpressed a desire, however, to engage a contractor for the work on Newcastle avenue and Pleasant and Marcy streets. "Portsmouth hasn't the proper equipment to do this kind of work, so it would be wiser to let out the work to a contractor," Stevens said. He added that no definite steps complete the structure. Stevens said that the remaining have been taken on who will do the work, however. ; $66,000 or $68,000 wlll be used for the • • • street repair program which has STEVENS POINTED OUT that been In the plnnnlng stages for sevthe street repair project Is in addieral months. tion to the regular application of He reported that most of the re- I 11sphnlt on other Portsmouth 1 1 pnlr work will center on Islington strrrt.s. street. Tho cnllro slrert, from the He reported, mcnnwhllc, that a Intersection or Mldcllc slrret to the waler department crew today . corner of Spinney Jane, wlll be covstRrtcd installlng valves on waterered with two Inches of asphalt and lines In the Sherburne and Greenwill be levelled, • land roads area. Stevens added that his engineers Stevens said the valves are being are surveying Pleasant street from Installed "under pressure" to avoid the Intersection of Stale street to an Interruption In water service in the junction of Marcy street· \ that area when lines are laid under Marcy street from South street ~ the toll road. Newcastle avenue; Newcastle avenue to the flr3t bridge; Dennett street from Myrtle a,·enue to Maplewood avenue; arid Middle street from Islington street to a. point near Madison street. I ! • • • STEVENS SAID the gur!nce of lower Newcastle avenue and Pleasant and Marcy streets wlll be torn up nnd two feet of clay beneath wlll be removed. After f!lllng the excavations with two !eet of gravel the streets wlll be resurfaced. Court Site Hearin9 Slated •in Exeter · (i/ II Counc·11 Ad. i' pt's 1) U Bypass protest Asks for Hear·1ng A public hearing 1s scheduled for ! tonight in Exeter on a bill propos- l Ing removal of the Portsmouth su-1 perlor court term to Exeter 1 The hearing before a rive-man ' special committee oJ the county I delegation, ls to be held In the , probate courtroom or the records buildlng at 7:30 pm. The special committee has held j hearings In Portsmouth and Derry on the measure which would have t-he effect or making the local courbhouse unnecessary to county. Portsmouth's legal fraternity Is strongly opposing the bill which has Its support mainly In the western par~ or the county. l'~ \ ~~ ( The city council, in a rare mood ' of complete ham1ony and jocularity, unanimously adopted a resolution last night demanding that the state "separate the grade crossing at the Interstate bypass-Woodbury When Maror Cecil M. Neal asked a.venue intersection and that Gov. . Mrs. Dondero if she would venture Sherman ,Adams and his executive an opinion - RS a member of the council hold a public hearing on Portsmouth delegation to the Legisthe subject in Portsmouth." lature - on the chances for more Obviously Irked by the attitude of money beir,g raised for the grade State Highway commissioner Fred- crossing project, she replied: eric E. Everett at a hearing the "I think we'd be making a mistake night before, the council-and es- asking ror another bond Issue. Money pecially councilmen Wlllla.m J . · Is tight m Concord." Llnchey and Mary C. Dondero-• • • recommended that the protest be THE COUNCIL ALSO agreed uncarried as far as possible, even to animously to the dosing of city hall the state's "highest court." at noon on Good Friday and all day The resolution asks: Holy Saturday. City yard employes (1) That the Woodbury avenue - who are paid by the hour - were grade crossing be separated. given Goo:l° Friday afternoon off (2) That Commissioner Everett with pay. re-study costs of the proposed inThe meeting, expected to be short , tersectlon. and sweet, dragged out slightly (3) That the Legislature increase when the subject of a board of adthe toll road bond issue to allow the justment came up. state highway department to spend City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinadditional funds to Improve the ' hart had been nsked to determine Woodbury avenue crossing and how a board of adjustment could be eliminate the "extreme danger" to appointed. He ruled that it was the lives. council's Job. A board of adjustment • • • would den! with appeals for reclasF.VERETT HAil TOI.I> nbout 60 sification of Individual pieces of residents of the nren Monday night property. that the occnslon was not a "publlc Reinhart explained that the orhearing" and thnt he had Rppeared dinances of 1939 made provision for simply to "tell the people what we a board of adjustment but that no are going to do." He said the high- such boa.rd was covered in subseway department did not have suffl- quent city statutes. He recommendclrnt funds to tunnel Woodbury ,ed the adoption of another ordinace a.venue under the bypass and thRt "to cover the city In the future." the present grade crossing would • • • ' have to be retained with some ImCOUNCILMAN SIMES jocularly provements. The resoiutlon last night occasion- disputed Reinhart and contended that the ordinances of 1939 covered ed little comment, except from question. Council!Tlen Dondero e.nd Llnchey. theSimes and Reinhart proceeded to The former suggested the amend- engage in lengthy, tongue-in-cheek ment calling for a public hearing legal hocus-pocus that left the In Portsmouth before the governor council obviously confused. , and executive council. Mayor Neal called a recess while ' While Mrs. Dondero and Llnchey the ordinances were checked. It was discussed the amendment, Council- then agreed that the council had man Thomas H. Simes studiously the power lo appoint an a_djustment penciled it Into words and offered it board and Relnhart's report was for aJ)'Proval, Hls wording was Im- accepted . . mediately approved and the resolu- 1 On the motion of Mrs. Donder o tion adopted. the council also adopted unanimously a resolution expressing .sympathy to Councilman Roland I. Noyes whooe mother died recently in Hampton. I �w Attend Hearing ap /(, • n Courthouse Site Onlv a score of persons attended · .. " hearing In Exeter last night two," Onehe courthouse ls better than a public said. on a blll proposing removal or the Portsmouth su erlor court term to ,I John Swasey or Brentwood said 1 the Inland to!n. he believed "the last thing brought up :.ho11lct be lhe convenience to the Four persons, one an attorney, lawyers," asserting that conslderaarguect In support of t,he measure lion of c1t.izens and taxpayers and no one appeared to oppose It. / should come first. • • • Propanenus of the bill urged Its EXETER IS I.he geographical passage as an "economy measure" cent.er o! the county and the logical ang one nu,.n said that "there ls as location," he said. I much sense to the county having A pre-adjornn1ent Juli was setting two .courthouse., as a farmer wil h in when James Rowe of Exeter one cow having two barns." asked to be heard and loudly comAtty. Edmund F. Ric-hards said pared the question or two courthe "would like to see" comparative houses to a !armer "with one cow figures on cases tried .by Exeter at- and two barns." He called for contorneys, those traveling through solldatlon. Exeter and those In Portsmouth, Modern tor Clinton w. Elwell, because he believed more cases were tried by Derry and Manchester law- special oommlttee chairman, and; yers than those of Portsmouth, t Rep. W. Douglas Scamman of Dover and Roch,,...;;ter. Stratham, auU1or of the bill pro• • • posing removal of the Aprll term HE ALSO SAID he would like to to Exeter, made brief explanatory hear from Lhe .special !Ive-man com- statements. _mittee of the county delegation Elwell said tme committee was alconductlug the hearing. so looking Into plarui for renovating Charles T, Durell, Portsmouth the Exeter courthouse to house the committee member, said It was clerk of courts and his records, but brought out 'at the Portsmouth hear- 1 cited no cost estimates. Ing that the .majority• of criminal Scamman reiterated an earlier cases Involved persons from Ports- statement made at the Portsmouth mouth or within a 10-mile radius of hearing that the county would save the Portsmouth area, that 40 % of ~4,000 by endorsing his blll, and disthe county population was concen- posing of the Portsmouth courttrated there and paid 42 % o! the house. county tax, He added that no Exeter lawyer Paul A. Bretschnelder, Exeter asked him to put the bill In. The session was over In approxirealtor, said he wished to go on record as in favor of the Exeter term mately half an hour. Durell termed It •"the shortest we've h!).d yet." I I to;:v:d::: ::::;e~:t~::e:~Y :he Portsmouth courthouse should be kept open "!or the benefit of a few lawyers and the sheriff's depart- J ment, probably." Bretschnelder asked Duren If It would be a saving l!or taxpao•ers to con emn e or mouth city hall and use the courthouse as a city hall: I Task's Rezoning Petition 'Under Consideration',,1 \ S. Gordon Tas~·s appeal of a city council decision refusing to rezone eight acres of land 111 the Spinney road area is "under consideration" b Superior Court Justice John H. Leahv. Y The justice's action followed argument.s yesterday afternoon by Atto,. I Ray E. Burkett that a master's unfavorab le report be set aside. 1 Burkett, counsel for Task, contended that the master, former Chief Justice Thomas Marble was I ·, Wl'Ong In believing that he could not write a "completely new order," overruling the council. ' City Councilman Mary C. Don-' Task's counsel a,rgued that the 1 revised ordinances do not provide dero will be a participant in an !or a board of adjustment and in ' anti-manager debate in Nashua Monday night. · the absence or such a body, Task had taken the right step by appeal- , The former mayor, a member ot ing to the council and then to the I the executive committee of the Home Rule Municipal Governmenb superior court. organization, ls to appear on the However, City Solicitor Arthur J . platform with Rep, Laurence C. Reinhart refused to concede that Pickett or Keene, AUy. Thomas J. "there lsn 't a board of adjustLeonard of Nashua, 1''redcrlck A. ment." Tllton or Laconia and Atty. Arthur • • • Green of North Conway. . HE CLAIMED, "although the A statewide campaign to gain terms or the members expired Dec. support !or its fight against city 31, 1947, there is a board. In fact, managership' ls underway ln 15 the council ls meeting tonight to towns and 10 cities, appoint one." • • • Justice Leahy said that In his reTHE ANTI-1\JANAGERl'I'ES hope port the .master observed that he to organize a "directorate" of 100 could make "new orders" only on ap- members in a full-scale drive against peals from the board of adjustment, the reform type o! city administraBurkett concluded, ''The whole tion. glst of our contention ls that the Atty. Arthur A. Tremblay, also a master made a distinction between member or lhe executive committee, R'J)peals from the councll and the said the organization ls seeking supboard of adjustment." port ln Portsmouth, Dover, ManSolicitor Reinhart said that Task's chester, Berlin, Laconia, Keene, j original petition asked for rezoning ' Claremont, Franklin, Concord and so he COUid build four-unit dwellNashua. ings, Portsinonth, Dover, Claremont, "The master found the mass of Keene and Franklin are manager the evidence to be contrary to existcities. ing ordinances and that such rezoning would be detrimental to the area." ,-to ,Mrs. Dondero o,., I To Join Debate · Against Managers Council May Ask I Legislature fo~I {. ',,. $500,000 Bypass Births Decline; Deaths Increase The city council may ask the Legislature to appropriate $500,000 \ • I' for separation of the Woodbury DURELL REPLIED that Portsavenue-Interstate highway bypass, (Contlnu,d from page one) mouth wa., considering bulldlng a City Manager Edward C. Peterson new high school and the present Indicated today, high BChool, he belleved, would Peterson said the councll tenta- bond l.s.sne be Increased," the city make a better city hall than the tively Is scheduled to hold a special manager explained. courthouse. · session Thursday night to consider Earlier last week Everett had told the intersection Issue. about 60 local residents that his Durel] added that the Portsmouth• • • • department did not have sufficient .courthouse was "In good shape," THE CITY MANAGER said he funds to tunnel Woodbury avenue with new hollers and an adequate has been informed by State High- under the bypass and that the pres• heating system and that judges and way Commissioner Frederic E. Ev- ent grade crossing - described by juries preferred it to the Exeter erett that an additional $500,000 the council as "extremely dangerous" ' building, I bond issue Is nee;.., to separate the - would have to be retained with bypass. some improvements. ' He also said Portsmouth merThe council last week asked • • • chants felt they would lose• out If Everett to re-study costs of the proIT WAS APPARENT today that I the · Aprll term were moved to Posed Intersection and since then the request for additional funds- I , Exeter. the state highway official has re- If made by the council-may meet I Pcyted a hal!-mllllon dollars will be stiff opposition in the Legislature. Ralph E. Meras, Exeter furniture needed. Councilman Mary C. Dondero-a store proprietor, said "he sympaPeterson said that the council of Portsmouth's delegation j thlzed with Portsmouth merchants," now must request the Legislature to member to the Legislature-informed the , but did not believe the committee appropriate such funds 1! the procouncil at last week's meeting: would be blamed for moving the ject Is to be done' this year. "I think we'd be making a misApril term to Exeter in the lntej·-' "It's up to us to get a bill before take asking for another bond issne, ests of .economy. the Leglslattc:-::. requesting that the Money is tight In Concord." --.. • • - _ ·- 44 City Council- 1; ~ \'1,. Forty-three fewer births were recorded in Portsmouth In 1948 than In the prP.cedlng year and 19 fewer marrlngc licenses were issued than In 1947. City Clerk Eileen D. Foley today said 706 l;Jrths were reported lai t year and 488 marriages. However the number of death~ Increased from 236 In 1947 to 246 last year. June may be the month celebrated In song and story as the "month of brides" but Portsmouth couples apparently showed a preference for July and September last year. Those two months were tied at 50 with October's 48 a close second and June In third place at 47 .. August was the top month for births In 1948 when 68 were reported and Nove:nber was the low month with 50. A total of 27 deaths In February was the high. May was low with 14. �- 1 City Dump Is a 'M enace~ ,· Mild Measles Epidemic 1 ' I Doctor Tells Nurses Here Portsmouth's city dump Is a "public health menace," Dr. S. GcrArd OrlfYln, city physician, chnrged Inst night before the Portsmouth District Nursing association nnd added that he planned to "do something" about It. I ll l j Sweeps Portsmouth A ea It you see spots before your eyes It may be the measles. The greater Portsmouth area has been struck by 'a mild epldemlc, whlch, doctors say, usually occurs during March and April in three to five year cycles. York school authorities plan to close York schools Friday, one week ahead of the regular spring vacation. The town has 100 cases of measles, according to Dr. W. S. Perkins, town health officer. Eighty-six Portsmouth school children are afflicted with measles, School Supt. Raymond I. Beal reported to the Port.~mouth board of education last night. *-------------doctors are using Injections of a serum supplied by the state board of health to lighten severity of cases, • He explained that since garbage and rubbish are not separated [or C:lsposal, the dump has become un• • healthy and a breeding place for DR. PERKINS announced that he ,·ats. He contended that a soluhas requested cancellation or all tion can be found In having rubbfai1 York church Sunday school classes and garbage collrcted on different and all social functions children days along with reacUvation or the would attend. abandoned Incinerator at the dump. l . . : .. York Schools Supt, Lorey C. Day "The Incinerator has been stand City Manager Edward C. Peterson said schools will clooe Friday and re' agrees with Dr. s. Gerard Griffin, Ing there, unused, for four or fhe open Tuesday, May 3, giving York city phrsician. that Portsmouth's years, It is old and the windows are youil ,Lers a two-week vacation. c1t,y dump ls a "public health gone but It could be repaired," r,e said. menace." Mr. Day said a teachers• InstiDr. GrllTin also told the group, tute ls scheduled for next Monday "But whnt dump ls11't n menace? meeting at the North Congregationand pointed out that Tuesday is Pe terson asked today. al church parish house, that the new "THERE ARE NOT too many Patriot's day, a holiday ln Maine. Peterson also ngrces with Dr. health center "appears to fill a need cases but enough to make It no- A York county teachers' convention Griffin that the municipal inclner- I In the city." ticeable,'' Beal Informed the board. is to be held Monday, May 2. ator should be reactivated. The city He added that Dr. Everett LomJohn W. Durgin, Jr., said he Dr. Edwin D. Lee of Exeter said manager pointed out that he h11s bard, state representative or the thought that most of th\) measles yesterday that 150 arc on record requested $15,000 In An Improve- Veterans administration, eventually cases were In the Sherburne school there and about 100 more cases rement Aile! equipment bond issue to will occupy an ofTlce there for psyarea. main unreported. repair the Incinerator. chiatric consultations once a week. Beal reported that there is a He said the epldemlc was on the Dr. OrlfYln, In an Address Tuesday Dr. Lombard has been giving psy"great deal" of other sickness in decline In Exeter but on the up' night before the Portsmouth Dis- chiatric care at an office at the Portsmouth's schools but he did not swing in Stratham. trict Nursing association, promised Portsmouth Community Center for elaborate. No figures were available on the to "do something" About Ports- about a year. · I The school official also pointed number of cases In Stratham. RusI mouth's dump situAtion. out that total enrollment in Portssell Chapman, Sbratham health • • • THE "PROBLEM" at the station. mouth's schools Is 3,509-25 Jess than officer, and State Rep, W. Douglas a month np;o. Dr. GrlITln told the group, Is t\1at HE J\tAINTAINF.D thnt the probthere is "not enough furniture.'' lem could be solved If garba~e nnd Dr. S. Gerard Grl!Iin. city physi- Scamman, chairman or the school board. could not be reached !or In outlining his work, the city docrubbish were collected on dl!Ierent cian, said today that Portsmouth comment. tor said he made 29 house calls, 31 dnys nnrt tho abandoned Incinerator hospital calls, eight vaccinations, 18 put back lnto shape. Peterson expre-employment exams, 10 city emplained tha.t H the Incinerator was ploye examinations, granted more repaired, rubbish and garbage would than 200 annual licenses for fruit have to be separated before disposal. and vegetable dealers and took care of 95 to 100 "nuisances." Dr. Gray was graduated from The city manager al.~o reported Columbio university medical school today that he Intends to solve the 'rhe latter cafrgory ranged from , and servrc'I an Internship and resl"furniture problem'' at the Portsa. landlord refusing to give a tenant de,1cy In• New York Clty Post Gradmouth health center. He said he has uare ho~pltal. I hot wo1t-P.r for her baby's bath to instructed Dr, Griffin to determine n landlorc:l refusing to replace a A grll.duate of the College of what fncllltles are needed nt the light bnlh at the head of the stairs, Physlclam and Surgeons, New York, cen.ter so that their purchase can he chuckled Dr. Walker Interned In Morrlstown, be arranged. Mrs. Arthur Baum, association Three new appointments as chiefs N. J ., Memorial hospital. He also Dr. Griffin had remarked that the treasurer, announced that the or professional services at Portstaught at Cornell university medicPnter "nppPars to flll a need In the group's fund totals $221. mouth hospital have been ancal schoo. and held an assistant city" but that there Is "not enough Mrs, R. C. L. Greer, who reported nounced by the hospital trustees. resldenry In pediatrics at the New furniture." 011 t.he well-baby clinic for Mrs. Yc>rk medical center. Dr. Lawrence R Hazzard has been Ellzabci.11 Foye, told the group that He ls a member of the American named chief or surgery to succeed board of pediatricians. the clinic hnd 446 cases durlng Dr. Roi! Llum; Dr. E. L, Levlne wlll 1918 with an average of nine cases Dr, Peters ls a g dunte of Brown replace Or. Cornella Walker as per wenk university and H ·vard medical \ \ .' chief of medicine and Dr. Frederick Miss P.nth E. Allen, RN, super- S. Gray has been named chief of school. He Internee. ,nd held a re-i:) visory nurse, reported that district obstetrics In place or Dr. James sidency at Boston ~-•;Jty hospital. nurses mAde 4,826 calls during 1948. Sanders. Port..5mo11th's police rommi.s.~lon w. ·• In Boston he 1..td post-graduMrs. Samuel Griffin, secretary, will reco•mncnct to th(' rlty rounr!I ate 1-'0rk ln radiology. He also ls a Reappointments Inc I u de Dr. 1.lso gave a report, that the i:r,lnrlr,<; or J)(llice officers member ot the American board of Thomas B, Walker, chief of pedlaradiologists. doing speclnl elrclion dAy work be trlcs; Dr. All'thony E. Peters, chJef governed oy city ordinance to fa• • • of radiology; Dr. Louisa M. Norton, cilitate payment. DR. NORTON, a graduate of Radchief of pathology, and Dr. Dorls This wa.~ AnnotUJCCd tocln.v by cliffe college and Tufts Medical R. Goodman, chief of anet.hesla, Chairman Orel A. Drxter followinr:school, did post-gra·d uate work at Dr. Hazzard, who came to Portsa meel ing c•f the comm,ssion ycster~tµ the University or Delaware where mouth In 1932, Is a graduate of dav afternoon, she IRter taught bacteriology and Kansas university, Lawrence, Kan.I City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt pathology, The commLs.slon mnde the move after Councilman Mary C. Dondero and the Portsmouth police commis- He served In the navy from 1918 to She did pathological work at appeared and comµlnlncd that the sion have new quarters Jn city hall. 1920 and held a resldeney In surgery Margaret Pillsbury hospital In Conat a Kansas City hospital ln 1930 $8 daily wAge for the i;pecial elecThe office, located in the rear of and cord and Huggins hospital In Wolfe1931, tion work was net pn id the officers the first floor, formerly was ocboro. She Is a1Illlated with the Frisuntil severul week5 aflrr the elec- cupied by Overseer of the Poor He ls a fellow or the American bie memorial hospital In Rochester College or Surgeons. tion. She pointed ou t that the James 0. Pettigrew. and ls a member ot the American 11 salaries are not governed by hiw. The new quarters have been • • • board of pathologists. • • • Mrs. Dondero asked the city freshly painted and a desk, table A GRADUATE Of Tufts Medical Dr. Goodman, who came to Portscouncil several weeks ago to Include and cabinets have been Installed. school, Dr Levine Interned In medJ- 1 mouth in September, 1947, ls a gradthe police 0Hlcer11' rlection snlnries Marshal Hewitt said his former cine and ,urgery at Carney hospital uate of Tufts college, She interned in tho city ordln(\llCes. office In the police stntlon wlJJ be Bo.•tQn. He did post-graduate work In Boston and held a residency Jn used for storage of eqµlpment and at the University or Vienna and anesthesiology at Massachusetts as a private offlce. Harvard Medlcal school. memorial hospital !q,:.. three years . .,, ·Peterson Agrees Dump a Menace, 'But Which lsn' t?' • ... I • • • • I' I 2 lf JCLf) f9 '-fCf Doctor Hazzard ~(. \\ To Head Surgery At Local Hospital Police Election Wage Speeded 'Police Board, City Marshal Get New Quarters5 I _ ·1-Y - - ' - ·• �--- Chamber Starts rP' e P' Dinner I ., 011 -Road to Broader Program ,~ r~~~ L-================ I He suggested that the Portsmouth Chamber's membership fees, fo Portsmouth's "toddling baby"-1 which are set at a $25 maximum, the revived Chamber of Commerce be revised along the same lines. He -today was ready to take longer ndded that a Newport businessman atandbilistet ~a.feter steps ltovinward flna~~bllnl cannot become a member of the s y r rece g some g b f commerce unless his 1 brother" ad;vfce last night from a t~~mai".:-1) ~s on the roster. ~f!icl&!. o~ the~ewport,:R. J., "You've got to do business that ~a-~~r ' · . way If you wan to support your A special committee for a dis. . Tlie local agency, expanded con- Chamber," Attorney Faerber argued. t,r!butlve education program in Siderably during the past six The Newport Chamber official _al-1 Portsmouth was named today by months, was given a verbal stlmusaid that & four-way operating I r the !ant by' Atty, Matthew J, Faerber, so • • Robert E. Whalen, cha 1rman o president of the Newport Chambl'r, plan was put Into operation. He said Chamber of Commerce retail board. and principal speaker at a "pep" the program Included these branchNamed were Earle Fox, Frederick dinner and meeting at the Rock~ es: Pillsbury, Charles M. Scripture and ingham hotel. l (I.) Administrative division, James Woods. , stressing that the success of any (2.) County development. Appointment or the committee _Ch~mber of Commerce depends en• , (3.) Indl.15trlal development. followed a request by Frank 'Dorr, •tirely on the wholehearted supporl · (4.) Recreational development. distributive l'ducatlon Instructor at o~ each member, Attorney Faerbe1 Attorney Faerber said th at th e Tra!p academy, that the Chamber compared the revitalization cam: next step was to find some way o'f cooperate with academy officials in , paign of the Portsmouth Chambe drawing tourists and residents of a distributive education program with a similar one waged by hU surrounding areas Into Newport, so 1own agency since 1947. ' the Chamber of Commerce, w01·klng here. • • • Speaking · before approximate!' ' In cooperation with the Newport DORR APPEARED before the re/ 100 11>ersons, the Newport attorne: Preservation society, surveyed varlinSisted that "If we are to become I ous landmarks and wealthy summer tail board at a special meeting topart or our community, whether It b, homes with the intention of using day and requested the Chamber's 1 Portsmouth or Newport, we owe 1 several of them :for a historical assistance In establishing a policy r 011 the distributive · education a, definite responsibility which can tour. course. He asked that merchants not be passed off on the shoulder, • • suggest points of information that l of someone else." HE REPORTED that Mrs. Gladys • • • (Vanderbilt) Szecheny offered I her· would be beneficial to both the ~ ms R'PORT on the Newpor spacious Newport mansion for such 15 tudents ana local businessmen. The . Chamber's outstanding accomplish a purpose and that during July, new Chamber commUtee will work l; ments served as an energetic bom in an advisory capacity with Dorr. August and September of 1948, 26,219 I1 to Portsmouth's business and pro persons paid a total of $39,328 to The retail board also launr.hed a \fesslonal leaders who snatched th tour the huge structure. He said campaign to solicit uncollected 'local Chamber from the Jaws of dis that an admission charge of $1.50 funds for the local Christmas light.solution and nursed It back to . was established and added that the ing display in the downtown dis'healthy, growing civic organlzatlor program will be expanded next trict. It wai; announced that each Attorney Faerber predicted the. spring when six other mansions, retall board member has been as, Portsmouth's Chamber will develot churches and historic sites are to 15igned to contact several merchants · into the "strongest and most im: be opened to the publ!c. who have not contributed to the ,portant" In the state, and suggestDavid C. Packard, president o! the fund. ted that the local agency adopt thi; Portsmouth Chamber o:f Commerce, Approximately $3,600 already has ' same program which he said saved described Attorney Faerber's adbeen donated and Chamber offithe Newport Chamber from failure dress as a "prelude to what the cials must collect an additional $800 , .in 1947, Portsmouth , Chamber Intends to be!ore all expenses can be paid. , He said his Chamber was re-ordo.'' . 1ganlzed after It became the "favorlt\ Mayor Cecil M. Neal commended whipping boy''. when anything wens the local Chamber for "getting 1 wrong in Newport. things off to a good start." He added "We had two alternatives," he that the Chamber "needs the push jsald, "we could either reorganize or ind cooperation which It lacked in lock up the office and throw the key :he past." 'away, so we decided to form a new City Manager Edward a. Peter~organization." son said that an Indication or the 1 The Newport attorney said that a Chamber of Commerce's spirit was ' ($48,000 goal was set but only $11,000 shown In the downtown Christmas of It attained in the first year of oplighting display which he said "hns 1eratlon. helped the city tremendously.'' 1 ~~,?> : r "But we raised $44,000 last year," Plans are progressing for PortsRepresentatives of Portsmouth's he said, "and Newport 1s not much four service clubs, along with Mr. : mouth's centennial celebration this I larger than Portsmouth." I( Pa-:kard. Attorney Faerber, Mr. i summer, James B. Smith. centennial \ ATTORENY FAERBER pointed Peterson and Mayor Neal were committee chairman, reported last · out that the most important step seated at the headtable. They were night at a meeting of the Chamber I in his agency's revltal!zatlon plan Samuel R. Blaisdell, Rotary, Har- of Commerce board of directors. Smith added that he Is to for'. was the establishment of higher old Chandler, Kiwanis, John Kenmembership fees. He said that the nedy, Lions, and Philip Gray, Ex- mulate plans for the observance at city's largest firms were taxed $750 change club. a meeting In the near future with for an annual membership while members of a special city councll other mPmbers were charged accommittee. cor,'ling tc- their scope of business. The directors took initial steps to ThP lowest membership fee, he said, establish a clearing hourn for PortsWB,5 _$10, _ mouth social events. Under the plan, officials of various organizations In the city will register the dates of Chamber Agrees To Aid Students ~ In Retail Studiei'' l l I · • Retailers Join Protest Again~~J,, '.L., Wage Law Drive Portsmouth's Chamber of Commerce retalJ board today attempted to stall Congresshmal action on legislation which would Increase the minimum wage. In a telegram to U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges, Robert E. Whalen, chairmun of the retail board, requested , that action on the minimum wage law be deferred until businessmen can be given a hearing on the proposal. The telegram, Bridges Informed Whalen, was referred to a Congressional committee studying the suggested changes in the minimum wage law. Whalen said he made the move after receiving a telegram from Thomas Jefferson Mily, executive viee pre~ident or the Commerce and Iniustry association of New York, Inc. I • • • l\llLY I\IAINTAINEO that Con- gress planned "unheralded speedy action" today on the legislation "without even hearing the views of almost two-and-a-hal!-mlllion small businessmen" who would be atfected if the legislation was adopted Mily claimed that the proposed legislation would "not only strike at the vrry foundation of American ' enterprise but raising minimwn wage could mean the death knell fer a m:ljonty of small businesses whirh are the most Important segment of our national economy." 1 Centennial Plans ,Developing, Smith I .Informs Chamber : Centennial- ... I I (Please turn to page three) (Continued from page one) their events with Miss Helen E. Kelly, chamber secretary. ... CHAMBER OFFICIALS said the purpose or the registration will be to a void conflict among organizations with events unknowingly scheduler! to occur simultaneously. It was voted to put additional Sc:>tch ltgiltlng on the Chamber's directional sign at the Lafayette ro1d entrance to the. city, Miss Kt:llY reported a balance of $1,680 In the Chamber's treasury. , The next board of directors meet! Ing will be at 7:30 pm Jan. 31 at · the Fibertex Corp., on Islington street. I �-Chamber Na.mes ·--· Cof CCompletes . ·Group· to Confer.1.\ Plans for Dinner ,. On Shipyard Jobs Here TomorrowJ ~·.,, Col' c ·-ArrangeSDinner-u .. 13 For New Merchants Here Merchants, Industrialists and professional men who opened businesses In Port.,mouth during the past year wlJJ be special guests of the Chamber or Commerce n,t a dinner meeting next Monday night at the Rockingham hotel. · A new Chamber or Commerce ' commlttrl' today was prepared to Chamber of Commerce officials work with Portsmouth naval shlp- were making flnnl plans today for yo,rd o(flcla.ls on problems relating the organization's "pep" dinner toto the economic Interests or the morrow night at the Rockingham :\ '~ 1 cl~y. hotel. Chief spen,ker will be Matthew J. ChoseTl last night by David C. Packard. Chamber president, were Faerber, president of the Newport, E. curt:s Matthews. chairman, John R. I., Chamber uf Commerce. He ls J. Hass!'tt and John E. Seybolt. expected to relate how a group of They wP.rr named at a meeting of young businessmen In the Rhode Approximately 20,000 new folders Island community rebuilt t,helr the Chamber's board or directors. -publicizing Portsmouth-wlll be agency Into one of the leading civic Chier task or the committee will groups In the country. distributed In the near future by be to .,tudy current layoffs at the Portsmouth's ambidextrous ChamMiss Helen Kelly, Ohamber of shipyard. Chairman Matthews said Commerce secretary, reported that ber of Commerce, It was announced he expe·ts his committee will confer a minimum of 100 local businessmen last night at a meeting of the chamber's board of directors. with shipyard officials "within 10 ' and women are expected to attend Gathering at the Fibertex corpordays" In an attempt to alleviate the dinner which will start at 7 :30. ation plant on Islington street, the the pr~sent employment problem Chamber officials have emphasizthere. ed that tomorrow night's dinner is 1 board voted to Include Information about this city's historical houses i • • • open not dnly to local merchants and any other details which THE COI\IMITTEE also will work ,a nd businessmen but also the genwould be of Interest to tourists. on any other shipyard problems eral public. Reservations may be The folders would not only be that may effect Portsmouth's eco- made until noon tomorrow at the distributed in this city but throughnomic stability. Chairman Mat- Chamber of Commerce office at 50 out the entire Portsmouth area and thews Raid the aim of his Rroup Dnnlels street. mainly In the seacoast resorts Is to promote "beUer understanding'' Chamber officials said. ' between the naval shipyard and • • • local businessmen. CHIEF DISCUSSION centered on It also was announced at last Pol'tsmouth's centennial celebranight's meeting that the Chamber Is 1 tlon pJa,nned as a five-day program Five Portsmouth naval shipyard during the second week of July, prepar.ed to establish a clearing ~ James B. Smith, chairm!lin of the employes have volunteered to serve house for registering the dates of on a special committee ,to work with chamber's centennial committee, soclnl and money-raising events by 1 the Chamber of Commerce on naval j announced that he will select a local organizations. small group of ohamber members problems effecting the economic inA6 a community service, the terests of the city. Chamber Is ready to act as a center where the dates of all public acti- \ They are Thomas S . Marden of to discuss plMlS with a city councll committee. , · vities may be registered. Or~aniza508 Dennett street, administrative Tenta,tive plans call for a possible tlon heads thus will be able to deassistant to the commander; Michael visit to this city by tJhe mayor o! termine In advance of publicity A. Barrett of 411 Middle street, j Poritsmouth, England. whether or not a date Is ravorable. nrn ster mechanic; Harold L. RobA pagent, water i.how, pa,rn,de, In a letter to of!lclals of various bins of Rogers road, Kittery, masmusic festival and many other sugcivic, relhdous nnd military organiter sheetmetal worker; Fabyan R. gestions have been presented to zations throughout the city. the Drake of South Eliot, master elec' both !Jhe chamber n,nd the dty Chamber snld that "100¼ cooperatrician: and Clarence L. Anderson council commltJtecs working on the tion Is essential'' for the success of of 139 Concord way, a machinist. centennial. such a plan . Ml:;s Helen L. Kelly, The shipyard employes will work Chamber officials said the princiChamber srcretary, reques~ed that with a new Chamber of Commerce pal aim Is to provide programs for groups sponsoring a public event commit.tee-composed of Chairmn,n all age groups. contact her before setting a date. E. Curtis Matthews, John J . Has• • • • • • sett and John E. Scybolt-which IT WAS e,nnou.nced thaJt the JAI\IES D Sl\llTII, chn,lrman of will study problems at the shipya rd chamber has offered office space the ChAml'·er's centennial celebrathat cfied Portsmouth's economic to Newington Producer Louis detion co'Yln,lttec, reported that he Rocihemont, currently working on hnR co,frrred with members of a l'tabUlty, the documenta,ry motion picture special city council committee con"Lost Boundrles" whioh will be cerninv. the proposed observance filmed in the Portsmouth a,rea. th!~ summer. The city council is starting Monday. expected to discuss the proposed Mr. Smith, also chairman or a. celPbrat,!on Rt a future meeting. special committee studying possible The r\JrP.t• tors voted to institute a renovation of Portsmouth's railroad new p11tlllclty campaign featuring Plans for a dollar day observance a tourist.'~ Information service and In July were launched today at a station, reported that work of his group ls progressing. booklet put,llcizing the city. meeting of the retail board of the Miss Kelly reported that local Chamber of Commerce. Chamber officials have decided tq Meeting at the Chamber's office reJoln t,he United States Chamber of on Daniels street, the board named commercr. The membership fee will Fred Pillsbury as chRlrman of the be about NO nnnunlly. The fee L~ progmm. ; _ __ __ / ,l based 0:1 t Ill' Chamber's nnmml h1co1ne :if $fl.!J90. There are now 21 pcrsonn,I , 65 proft>sslonal nnd l!JO busmc~s members of the locnl ch~mber -*i berSponsore:i jointly by the Chamand the hotel, the dinner meet- 5I ~ Local COf CMaps I, Centennial Plans ;' Yard Workers ·.1-,'i • To Aid C of C Chamber Plans Dollar Days Here I Ing will begin at 6 :30 pm and approximately 50 guests are expected to , attend in addition to regular members of t~e :h:mber. CHAMBER OFl<'ICIALS today reported they expect to make the dinner an annual event with the purpose of introducing new merchants, industrlalisLs and professional men to Portsmouth. A list of ~peakers ls being prepared by Miss Helen L. Kelly, Chamber secretary. Miss Kelly said that any merchant, industrialist or professional man who opened a business here during t,he past year has been asked to contad her office and make reservations. Chamber Wind_s Up Plans for Dinner1s Plans were nearing completion today for a Chamber of Commerce dinner Monday night for all merchants, businessmen and professional men who opened businesses In Portsmouth during the past year. The dinner-sponsored jointly by the Chamber and the Rockingham hotel-will be held at 6:30 in the hotel ballroom. Guest speakers will be Mayor · CecU M . Neal; Chamber. President David C. Packard; J. D. Hartford, publisher of The Portamouth Horald; and George A. Trefethen, cashier of the First National bank. Chamber of!lclals have Invited established businessmen to attend Uie dinner also. Rev. W. S. Jones Again Heac;fs ~~\) Athenaeum Here TI1e Rev. Wllliam Safford Jones, D. D., of 250 Highland street has been reelec ted president of the Por ts mou th Athenaeum for his 15th term . at.her officers named at the 132nd annual meeting yesternay were 1-ainen ce R. Craig, secretary-treasurer; James A. Borthwick. (Willis r:. Unde,hlll, Arthur B. Duncan, Norman E. Rand anrt the Rev. Robert H. Dunn, directors. During a routine business session a committee was appointed to make room for additional books at the Atl1 enaeum. Namecl were Mr. Craig, Mrs. Mary Vaughan, Jibrarla ~1. Mr. and Mrs. E. Goddard Day, Mis.~ Dorothy Philbrick and Mr. Dunn. ! �;L~cal Retr~\! Guild-Slates ~assion Play Here Sunday l McNeil AQain ~eads 48 Country Club Slate· } ) / ~l The Catholic Laymen's Retreat guild of the Church of the Immaculate Conception wlll sponsor presentations of the passion play, "Pilate and the , Cross,',' at 3 and 8 pm Sunday at the Portsmouth Junior high school auditorium. . . The Lenten drama. depicts Christ"s'~ ·• ·· passion and how it affected the household o! Pilate, then governor • \. of Jud.ea. It is the first such play fl) 1 ..,, to be presented ln Portsmouth ln 15 yea.rs and will feature members ~ of the cathOllc Theater guild of ~ Hyde Park, Mass, Fred Ray and T . Daniel Hayes Miss Patricia. Jacuon, daughter were elected senior and junior warMr. ·and Mrs. Howard P. Jack- dens, respectively, of St. John's son of 56 Chatham street, will por- Episcopal church at the annual tray one of the principal roles ln parish meeting Monday night. the presentation. Others elected were Orman Paul, • • • clerk; MISS JACKSON attended St. treasurer; William Rose, Patrick's parochial school and was Herbert H. Foss, George K . Sanborn, Gerald D. Foss., Frank J . \ ,graduated from Portsmouth high school and St. Eulallas Girl's school, Massey, Harold A. Littlefield, James Cotter and Richard Allinson, vestry-Boston. men. A resident of Boston, Miss Jackson • Portsmouth Country club members unanimously reelected their entire slate of officers for the 19'1.9 golf season during their annual meeting which was held last evening in the ballroom at the Rockingham hotel, Lewis M. McNeil was r eelected president for one more year while Harold B. Wood went back Into office as vice president aud Charles E. Staples began his third term as sec1 1 retary-treasmer of the cluo. James \ P. " Jinx" Healy, chairman of the An lncrea.'le In appllca tlons !or golf commiLtee last year, took a assistance from the Port.smouth step upward when he was chosen Family Welfare association was reto the board of directors or the club. ported at a meeting or the board of Reports o! work which 1s underdirectors this week at the Plscataway at the club were given by qu& Savlngg bamc President McNeil and Secretary Staples. The $20,000 renovation ls Appllcat1ons for the past month nearly completed and the locker more than triplt:d the usual $:!00 rooms should be ready for use ln six monthly expendh;ure by the association. Some request.s were due to more weeks. unemployment and somE- to the deCommittee reports were given by lay In receipt or unemployment John Shuttleworth, treasurer of the compensittion, officials said. golf committee, and John Chabot, chairman or the greens committee. Assistance with delinquency, illShuttleworth told the 100 members Is a. charter member of the Catholic ness, child care and transportation Mr. Ray, Mr: Foss, Mr. Paul and at the annual session that his group Theater guild and ls .affiliated with problems was received by 119 famErnest L. Cook were elected delepla,-ined to turn $200 over to the 1 ilies. the Boston Tributary theater. She gates to the diocesan convention. club to be used in furni shing the new received a. dramatic ability award Alternates are Mr. Hayes, Mr. lounge. tor work In a Catholic Youth orLittlefield, Mr. Sanborn and George The members also voted to Inganization contest In Boston two B. Ward. crease the dues $5 per year. Family ' ,years ago. I memberships now will cost $35 while Reports of all parish organlza· The Rt, Rev. Msgr. Edward . F. women's memberships will be $20. tloris werE' read and approved. The Crowley ls honorary director of the This does not Include government 1 play, 8.'lmted by the Rev. John J . ' Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector, reP ortsmouth residents have contri1 Connolly, ·and Chester F. Colller of i ported on church activity during tax. The members or the nominating buted more th an $1 ,050 for the 1948. Emerson college. committee were Orville Badger, I Easter seal drive conducted by the . • • • I chairman; Paul Eldridge, Orion THE LOCAL committee Is headed . New Hampshire Society for Crippled Day, Theodore R . Butler and R. by Timothy J. Harnedy, president of I Children and Handicapped Persons. Jones. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ j the Cathollc Laymen's Retreat guild. i 'l'he county total for the !!mt two Committee members Include Mr. ·- --···-- - - - - - - - - - - - - - ------week, of the drive ending March 31 Hamedy and Daniel Lunt, arrange- · was $2,089. ments; Dr. John W. O'Brien, PostRochester holds lhe lead while master Peter J. Hickey and Charles Newington has Lied for second place ~t\ ·t', ' Orl.ffln, tickets; Joseph Shanley, with Greenfield and Hopki nton. he.11; Thomas Hennessy, program; Newmgton has turned in 87% of Its Mr. Jackson, u.shers; Joseph Lon8', last year's total. Donald McMasters and Arthur Reports of other 1949 returns from Many American youngsters are Downs, advertising; Bernard Daly One-third of those seeking aid Portsmouth area lowns include doomed to spend part o! their lives from the agency need Immedia te a.nd Theodore F. Gray, electricians; , Epping, S50; Exeter, $25; Newington, ln corrective Institutions, State Pro- material assistance and t he remainMichael Chandler, Peter O'Malley $29; Seabrook, $53 ; and Stratham and Alfred DesJa.rdlns, reception; bation Officer Philip P . Caswell Ing two-thirds seek advice, Mrs. ' $53. ' told the Portsmouth Family Wel- Bovard said. and Charles P. Sheehan and Lloyd fare association yesterday. Seavey, transportation. 1 O! the total number, 349 were , other officers or the guild are the Assembling for their annual meet- new families and 314 were cases Rev. James E. McCooey, pastor; the Ing at the Women's City club here, continued from the previous year. Rev. Jooeph E. Shields, chaplain; 3he divid ed the case load into association members heard Mr. CasMr. O'Malley, vice president; Mr. \liell further declared the l % of the six categor;es: Illegitimacy, 15 cases; llen,nessy, treasurer; Mr. Lunt, sec• 1~a tlon's 23 million youths will be juvenile c1Plinquency, 29 cases; illretary; and Mr. Shanley, Mr. Mccommitted at one time or another ness. 4'.' i,hy,ical and 33 mental; Masters e.nd Mr. Jackso1', directors. to a house of correction . An addi- children boarded, 42; care of aged, Invited gues~ include Fat.her tional l % will come under super- 12; travelers' aid and transportaMoOooey and curates at the Church vision of probation departments, he tlcm. 91. of the Immaculate Conception; the • • • added. Sisters or Mercy at st. Patrick's K BLISS IIIARRINER, president, The two workers In the PortsBehool;" the Sisters or Providence at mouth probation office are carrying praised Mr s . Bovard for her work · • Lady Isle; the Rev. Bernard Kopand shP was given a rising vote A work load of 600 cases, Mr. Caslochunskl of the Portsmouth naval vv-ell reported, whereas the max- of appr~C'i ation by the association. base; the Rev. MaM.hew Casey, pas• Directors elected were Mrs. imum load should be about 75 cases Mic,h ael A. Barre tt, Mrs. Raymond tor or the Church o! Our Lady of per worker, he maintained. F. Blake , Miss Frances E. Brooks, Perpetual Help, Hampton; the Rev. He urged civic and social organiMrs. Tho'11as D. Noyes, Mrs. NorDesmond O'Connor of Dumam; the zations to rormulate a program of m,, n E. Ftand, Mrs. John E. SeyRev. Wlllla.m Donaghy O! Camjuvenile delinquency prevention in- bolt, Mrs. Irving E. Stowe, Mrs. pion Hall, Andover, ML'ls.; the Rev. stead of correction. Harry Wlnebaum and Mrs. Walter Henry A. Sloan of Kittery; and the • • • S. Woods, two years; Mrs. Robert Rev. Walt.er Blankenship, the Rev. MRS. DOROTHY B. BOVARD, Shackford one year. Charle., Leddy and the Rev. Ed• genernl secretary of the association, Mrs. William L. Hill, Mrs. F. W. ward· Francoeur o! Dover. reported a total of 663 families re- Har tforrl , Frank E. Brooks and ceived aid and advice from the Richard D. McDonough were n amed , Portsmouth agency during 1948, honora,·y direc tors. St John's Parish Elects Wardens IOther Officers Family Welfare Aid Increases rn of Easter Seal Fund Reported ~1 $1,050 I I. - Welfare Agency Warned Of New Youth Problems I I �ChiGk Reelected Head Of Community Chest $2,500 Goal Set .Here In Heart Disease Q~ive (fV\ \\ George R. Chick was reelected president of the Portsmouth Communlty hest at a directors meeting following an annual meeting last night. Others renamed were R. C. L. Greer, first vice r,resident; Charles H. Walker. second vice president; Mrs. C. Waldo Pick ett, executive secretary, and Raiph T. Wood, t reasurer. Named to sen·e on the executive committee were Raymond I. Beal, E. Bliss Marriner, Stowe Wilder and Ralph C. Margeson. • • • THE CA 1PAIGN committee in cludes Andrew C. Graves, Herbert R. Hagstrom, Emerson S. Spinney, Mr. Chick, Mrs. Alice 'Sullivan, Mr. Margeson, Frederick R. Trimble, Dr. Wllllam H. Farrington and Walter F. Beevers. Miss -Margaret M. Ballard, Mrs. S. Gordon Task, Mr. Greer, Mr. Mar15eson, Mr. Spinney and Mrs. Sullivan were elected to the board of directors. Mr. Wood, treasurer, said the chest raised $22.126 in 1948, $1,173 more than the 1947 figure ·or $20,952. He lis ted expenses for the 1947 campaign as $1,224, and expenses for the 1948 campaign as $1,213. Mrs. Pickett, executive secretary, gave an annual report. Speaking o! the campaign money raised during 1948, she showed a chart to the group which indicated that 1,441 persons ga\e $1; 371 persons gave • $2; 377 persons gave $5 ; 173 persons gave $10; 79 persons gave $25 ; 37 persons gave $50 , 25 persons gave $100 and 12 persons gave $200. A Portsmouth area goal of $2,500 was set today by Chairman Jeremy R. Waldron, Jr., in launching the first annual drive for funds for the American Heart association. • • • WORKING ON THE CAMPAIG in 1948 were 450 volunteers, she said, and nine training classes were held. One h undred and thlrty-two persons used the budget plan, she said, as against 52 persons in 1947. Contribu tions totaled $3,047 in 1948 besidP.s donations collected at the Portsmouth naval base. Naval base donations totaled $1,649. Mr. Chick presented a "community service" pin to Mrs. Pickett. and a "red feather" pin to Mr. Wood, , "in appreciation of the work which . they have done in behalf of the 1 chest.'' Mr. Greer, chairman of the budget committee, reported that the Salvation ;,rmy received an allotment of $200, and the Family Welfare association i3oo from an emergency fund this year. .. . cu SION followed with rep!'esentatives of the seven Red Feather agencies participating. They were Mrs. Robert H. Dunn, YWCA; Herbert P. Warry, YMCA; Capt. Hugh C. Flem1ng, Salvation Army. Mrs. John L. ScoU, Girl Scouts; Mauri ce A. Hamel, Boy Scouts; Mrs. E. Curtis Matthews, District Nurses, and Mrs. Dorothy B. Bovard, Falnily Welfare association. A PA EL DI I Mr. Waldron's appointment as head of the Portsmouth area campaign was announced yesterday by Dr. Laurence B. Ellis of Boston president of the New England Heart association. Port City Area Donates $2,320 To Heart Fund ~-~ The young Portsmouth attorney said today that a national goal of $:'>,000,000 has been set to fight heart disease which kills more Americans annually than the next five diseases combined. The Portsmouth area contributed $2,320 to the first annual American Heart association campaign. Jeremy R. Waldron, Jr., in making the announcement, said that he expected an additional contribution from the New England Heart association which will enable the local committee to reach its goal of $2,600. Nationally the drive ls led by Harold E. Stassen, president of the University of Pennsylvania. and former governor of Minnesota. • • • • • • WALDRON said that $1,759 was given In direct gifts to campaign workers and the balance was contributed through the medium of the red plast ic hear ts set up In downtown stores. Plans -are being formulated for a New Hampshire Heart association, Waldron said, and when its organization ls complete a Portsmouth board Is to be set up to direct the spending or Portsmouth's share of the money contributed locally. Among the purchases will be an elect.rlc cardiograph machine for I local medical use, he said. THE NEW ENGLAND and na- tional campaigns are to open In Boston next Monday when Mr. Stassen speaks before 500 persons at the Hotel Somerset. "The American Heart association has a tt. ree-point program that should in tnest everyone In Portsmouth,• Mr. Waldron said, "because there's hardly a. family In this city that has not had experlenre with heart disease." I II Ifunds He expleined that of all the contributed by any communi70 % ty are earmarked for heart disease wc1·k in that community as one part of the association's program. Other pr.ases of the community service plan include the development and improvement of cardiac clinics, equipment, proper hospital fol1ow-1.p and care and school health examinations. A second part of the three-fold program encourages research Into effective means of combating the nation's No. 1 killer. Fifteen percent of community contributions are earmarked for research under the auspices of the national committee. • • • T HE REMAINING 15 % of a community's contribution Is devoted to education and a better understanding of the deadly disease which Is responsible for nearly 600,000 deaths annually. Mr. Waldron said that statistics released by the national association prove that age ls no barrier to heart disease. Proof of this, he said, lies In the fact that rheumatic heart fever 1s a leading fatal disease among children between the ages of five and 19. Details o! the local campaign organization are to be released later this week, Mr. Waldron said. Adding, that he hoped Portsmouth persons will give the association every possible support In drive !or funds. DAR OFFICIALS-Leaders in the statewide Daughters of the Ameri-1 can Revolution conference which closes here this afternoon are, seated, Mrs. Jessie F. Crockett of Port mouth, regent of Rang-er chapter; and standing, left to right, Mrs. Charles Philbrick of Dover, regent of Margery ullivan chapter; Mrs. John T. Gardner of Exeter, R. I., national regent, and Mrs. David W. Anderson of Manchester, state regent, ( Port■moutb Herald 'ioto) �Local Ho_ s pital Needs Heart Aid Seventy cents out of every dollar contributed to the American Heart association's drive to stamp out the "nation's No. 1 k!ller, heart disease," will stay in Portsmouth. That money will be spent for additional equipment at the Portsmouth hospital, which cannot finance a full-fledged battle against heart disease without outside help. Chairman Jeremy R. Waldron, Jr., of the Portsmouth area committee said today that he had Waldron Names Committees for Heart Campaign • • • F learnl)d that the local hospital could provide space for a cardiology cllnlc but it needs the special instrumen ts used in heart research and treatment. • • • HE EXPLAINED that the hospi- tal cannot afford the equipment because its high operating expenses leave no surplus for the purchase of cardiological ·nstruments. "The Heart campaiITT1 can help in buying those Instrumen ts for use in Portsmouth," Mr. Waldron said, "but the local area committee will need the support of every Portsmouth resident to be successful." Meanwhile, the Associated Press reported that the national campaign for funds was launched Sunday in Boston. Boston was chosen as the scene of the campaign opening, according to Dr. Paul D. Whi te, prominent Boston cardiologist, because of its pre-eminence as a world cen- 1 ter of heart research. , A 32-member committee to solicit funds during the American Heart association's campaign next week • • • was named today by Jeremy R. Waldron, Jr., local drive chairman. HAROLD E. STAS EN, President Pointing out that New Hamp- of the University of Pennsylvania shire leads aU the New England and chairman of tile fund drive, states in deaths resulting from told a dinner sponsored by the New heart disease, Mr. Waldron urged England_ Heart associ,~tion, th at the fight "to stamp heart disease deaths exceed the pu bli c suppor t in b' d f t 1·t· out this dreaded menace." com me a a I ies from the next The national average, per tho~- , fiv e leading causes-cancer, a cclsand deaths, due to heart disease lS dents, kidney disease, pneumonia 321.5 but In New Hampshire heart and tuberculosis." disease is fatal to 452 .7 out of every Stassen said the annual death toll thousand, according to Mr. Wal- from hea rt disease amou nts to 625,dron. · 000. The three major conditions John Remick is to be campaign leading to heart disease, Stassen treasurer, he said, and committee said, are still undiscovered. members include Walter Allen, Miss Dr. White expressed confidence Bertha Bennett, Morris H. Berry, more progress in heart research will Arthur Brown, Jr., Ted Butler, Dr. be made in the next decade or two William Farrington, Miss Kat~er- "than in all the centuries that h ave ine Flanigan, Earle Fox, Mrs. Eliza- gone before." beth Garrett, Kennard E. Goldsmith and WiJlard Hersey. LEWIS KEEN, Mrs. Margaret 0. 50 AVAILABLE-"New Uope,'' a color motion picture on the activities of the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center-available for showing to local civic and service organizations-is inspected by Frederick D. Gardner, left, and Center President Forrest M. Eaton. l\lr, Gardner made the film, (N. E. Movie Productions photo) Uf Rehabilitation Center Film Available for Local Use ------------ ---* Center Director Addresses Lions The work of the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center was outlined by Director Minnie E. Witham Monday night at a meeting of the Dover Lions club. Miss Witham explained that the local facility ls operated by the New Hampshire Society for Crippled Children and Handicapped Persons and that it serves all of Rockingham and Strafford counties. She discussed therapeutic services and outlined the growth of the institution. Study Classes Open for Mothers Of ~rippled Tots Laraba, Dr. E. L. Levine, Charles McKenna, Dr. John O'B_rien, Herman Page, Orman Paul, Kenneth D. Rand, Thomas Ruxton, Winfield W. Scott, John E. Seybolt and Merrlll Smith. A study group for mothers of Noble Snider, P aul snook, J. crippled children has been instlWarren somerby, Mrs. Julia Spa- t uted at the Portsmouth Rehabilldoni, Mrs. Alice Sukeforth, Benja- tatlon center as a special project. min Tober, Nathan H. Wells, RobThe study group was organized by ert H. Whalen and Harry Wine- Miss Minnie F. Witham, director baum. of the local center, in cooperation Actual work by the gift committee with Dr. Lura 0. Bruce, director of is to start next Monday, Mr. Wal- school health services of the state dron said, and solicitation will be department of education, and Dr. mainly through organizations. Anna Philbrook, director of the The advance gifts campaign is to division of mental hygiene in the contlnue from F eb. 7 t o the 14th, state department of heal th. although the full campaign will be Mothers of p'hyslcally crippled waged to Feb. 28, the chairman , an d handicapped childl·en treated said. at the center meet mon thly with Dr. Bruce to discuss and study home care and educational problems of their children. A special group, consisting of mothers of cerebral palsied children, meets with Dr. Philbrick to consider the special problems of these tyoungsters. Miss Lois stern. . . lleb, P5ycholog1cal social worker of the mental hygiene division, also tak t I es par · I oca I Center , sed as ~~odel For Manchester A building to house the Manchester Rehabilitation center is to be remodeled to follow the design of the Portsmouth R ehabilitation center, Merrimac street. The two-year old building at 80 Elm street will be ready for occupancy about mid-May, Harry A. Gregg, treasurer of the New Hampshire Soci~ty for Cri ppled Children and Handicapped Persons, said today. . · 1:u~ds used 1n th e purchase of the bmldmg were raised by the cami f C d Ch'ld , h Pft ~ or a r 1PP1e · 1 r en s osP a· At the same time, John G. Gerken of Concord, society president, said that money to meet the operating costs of the new center will be raised by the sale of Easter seals. I "New Hope." 'Dhat•s w'ha,t the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center strives to offer to the afructed of Rockingham and Strafford counties and it also has become the title of a moti0n picture of the center's activities. Center President Forrest M. Eaton today announced that a 16 mm color movie on all phases of the institution's work now is available for u.se by local civic and service m~: or:::za::::. • by Frederick \ D. Gardner, a center director and long a movie hobbyist, was completed last December after a year and ' a half of "shooting" sequences both j at the facility and at the h ome of • patients unable to get to the center. Editing and titling were completed last mon th, he said. Mr. Gardner said the picture runs about 35 minutes and covers nearly all the services th e center provides for its many individual cases. I • • • LIG HTING FOR t'he project was handled by Donald Winn, Mr. Gardner said. Operated by the New Hampshire Society for Crippled Children and Handicapped Persons, the center is pictured in all sequences of the film except one, which shows how treatment is given patients lmable to travel to the center. The plan for the film, Mr. Gardner said, originated with the Kiwanis club. I --=--=-=-=-=-===~=====:. . . _____ ------------- �.1112J-.--,.,....... 1 Movie Will Give 'Extras' . 1 ,-') For Rehabilitation Center The P ortsmouth Rehabilitation center will gain a little something "extra" fr om the "extras" chosen to work ln the Louis deRochemont movie, "Lost Bound aries," which,. will begin to "roll" in Portsmou th Monday. Producer deRochemont of Newington called a hu rried meeting yesterday of about 20 Portsmou th civic leaders and enlisted thei r cooperation in providing "extras" and genuine New Englan d background for the semi-documentary movie story based on the life of a Keene Negro doctor who "passed" as a white. • • • D eROCHE IONT A KEO leaders of service clubs and other organizations to spread t he word that "extras" wiJJ be n eeded by Monday. The group decided to establish the R ehabilitation center as an initial clearing house. Portsmouth area persons wishing parts in the movie will call Portsmou th 4117 and ask Mrs. Patricia Malone to enter their names on the rolls. Final screening of candi- , dates will be made by Alfred Werker, veteran Hollywood dirnctor. Frederick D. Gardner ac ted as toastmaster a t yesterday's meeting at the Flagstones res taurant in Newington. He in troduced Mr. deRochemont who In turn introduced members of his staff. Mr. deRochemont explained that complete cooperation would be need- I ed from individuals, service organ!- I I -Checks, representing proceeds of the Portsmouth Golden Gloves tournament, were presented yesterday to two organizations. In the photo are, left tq right: Robert G. Kennedy, director of the boxing tournament; Miss Minnie Witham, director of the Portsmouth Rehabllltation center, and Carl E. Erickson, athletic director of the Portsmouth high school. (Portsmouth Herald photo) - - -- - - - ,I • • • PRI CIPAL INTERIORS will be I done .i n the historic Sparhawk mansion owned by Horace Mitchell at Kittery Point. VirtualJy all of the filming wlll be made ln Portsmouth, Kittery Point, Durham and Kennebunkport. Mr. deRochemont said Portsmouth area persons with experience in dramatics will be intervl_ewed for weeks that the movie wlll be ln prospeaking roles. During tbe five or Six duction here, New York and Hollywood professionals wlll play key I parts. I The Portsmoullh ohapter, American Red Cross, opened its 1949 drive forr funds today, Howaro A. Ca.mpbelI, oampalgn chainnan announced, with a quota of $12,iJo. Campaign headquarters has been ~blished at tlhe offices ot the Allied New Hampshire Gas company, 19 Ma.rket street with Mrs. William F. Pa.ge ln charge. Comm1ttees a;ppo~ted by Mr. , Campbell include t.oe advance gifts Under tihe dhairrnanshlp Of Rhillp F. Gray. Members a.re George A. , Trefet.ihen, E. Curtis Matthews, Stowe Wilder, George w. Gray, LYnn J. Sanderson, Theodore R. Butler and W. W. Scott. Business: Artlhur J. Healey, chairman; Raymond F. Blake, Robert E. Whalen, Samuel R. Blaisdell, Ralph C. Margeson, Richman s. Margeson, Ra.lph T. Wood, Werner Hufnagel, John T. McDonough, George Bohn, Carlos Gould, Melvin E. Brown, George W. Sherman, and William MacQuatters. Professional: Dr. William M. Fa.rringoon, dentists, and Dr. s. Geraa-d Griffin, physicians. Homes division: Mrs. Norman Rand, chairman. Organizations: Mrs. s. Gordon Task, dhe.lnne.n; Mrs. Julie Aston, l I Golden Gloves Funds Go To Local Youth Groups Two Portsmouth youth organizazations and municipal agencies to maintai n the fil m's schedule and in- tions yesterday were presented sure its success both as a movie and , checks from the Golden Gloves as a represen ta tion of authentic Boxing tournament, sponsored by The Portsmouth Herald last month. P ortsmouth and New England. The Portsmouth Rehabilitation Mr. deRochemon t appealed for "extras" who would genuinely repre- center and the Portsmouth High sent the New England character- 1 School Athletic association each re"neither too exaggerated nor plain." . ceived a check for $225 from Robert G. Kennedy, director of the Golden • • • Gloves tourney, who represented TUE "EXTRA ", he said, will provide their own clothing of the 1920 Publisher J. D. Hartford of The to 1930 period. He again cautioned Portsmouth Herald, against "exaggerated" costumes. Miss Minnie Witham, director of Also needed will be automobiles and activities at the Rehabilitation cenregistration plates for that period. ter, accepted the check for the orThrough the cooperation of ser- ganiza tion While Athletic Director vice clubs, "extras" will be asked t o Carl E. Erickson was presented the check for the high school associavolunteer their services. Mr. de- tion. · . Rochemont will donate their reguMiss Witham said the money lar pay to the Rehabilitation cenwould be used ln expanding the ter. Filming of the movie will begin facili ties at th e center. "It ls gifts like this which make Monday at a Portsmouth railroad siding. The scenes will be taken in a dining car and coach provided by the Boston and Maine railroad company. --l Red Cross Drive Opens Here Today; $12, 130 Quota Set our work here pleasant," said Miss Witham. "These extra gifts make it possible for us to buy additional equipment which our budget will not allow. I wish to thank The Portsmouth Herald and the boys who took part in the boxing tournament." Director Erickson said he planned to put t.he money aside and use lt to purchase some special piece of equipment which w11I become a permanent _Installation. "Rather than use th!! money for equipment the boys would wear out or destroy, I would rather wait and see what need develops," he said. The Golden Gloves boxing tournament was held ln the Portsmouth junior high gymnasium, Saturday, Jan. 22, with 21 Portsmouth area boys taking part. Mrs: Oharles E. Dunton, Mrs. Thomas Moore ailld Mrs. Walter Miner. Otther OOmm1btees: employes, Ira A. Brown; publicity, Mrs. Eclwaro T. Wendell; window dlspla,ys, MTS . John C. Sullivan; sub-special, Miss M. Frances Wiggin. Red Cross Short~ $7,500 of Qu~<t The American Red Cross st11J is short $7,500 of 12,130 quota set for the Portsmouth campaign. A_ sub-special division under • the chairmanship of Miss Frances gin now Is soliciting schools, the hospital, fire department, city hall and other municipal and government offices. :Workers on the committee include MISS Dorothy Ng, Adolf G. Volk! man, Miss Julia F. Butler, Miss Margaret I. Simpson, Donald Hooper, Miss Deborah stone, Miss I Agnes M. McCarthy, Miss Edith Wig- , Austin, Emerson A . Mccourt, Miss Muriel Morrow. Miss Alice L. Jeffords, Walter c. Wliland, Mrs. Eileen Foley, Mrs. Eleanor Kelleher, Frederick R. Crompton, John V. VanMetre, Mrs. Clara W. Adams, Mrs. Mary Thompson, Laurence Swallow, Mrs. Robert Malone and David Hartnett. 1 5) �,. Red Cross Boosts Drive Local WCTU W in·s sz For $12,130 ·Local Quota Bus Smoking Ban Local Red Cross campaigners added momentum to their drive today in an effort to top Portsmouth's $12,130 fund quota this week. Howard A. Campbell, drive chairman, simultaneously issued a citywide appeal for concerted financial support of the campaign. Approximatel:i- $9,000 remains t o be raised. In his appeal Mr. Campbell ·outlined Red Cross .work in the community. He listed 1,142 cases handled by the local office during the fiscal year and reported a total of $7,659 paid out to 228 area families. • • • Mrs. Jordan D. Johnson, Miss Frances Anderson, Mrs. Lloyd V. Bickford, Mrs. Joseph Katkin, Mrs. Wallace Akerman, Mrs. 'Arthur J. Healey, Miss Lucie P. Pray, Mrs. Edward C. Berry. • • • MRS. ROY WALSH, Mrs. Robert E. Whalen, Mrs Oren Shaw, Mrs. Lynn J. Sanderson, Mrs. Warren Teague, Mrs. Cecil M. Neal, Mrs. W. F. Tibbetts, Mrs. John B Tilley, Mrs. Wyman P. Boynton, Miss Gertrude K. Long, Mrs. Samuel P. Mitchell, Mrs. William E. McKenna. Mrs. Robert Morse, Mrs. Eugene NINE TYPES of Red Cross service Hutchins, Mrs. Robert K. Stewart, were given to 941 cases. He reported that 228 children r eceived Red Cross safety swimming certificates and 18 persons received instructors certificates at the municipal swimming pool under the direction of a New York Red Cross representative. I Captains in the homes division who started work this week are: t1rs. Norman E. Rand, chairman, I Mrs. Ellis T. Cox, Mrs. Julius Dutton, Mrs. Barbara Buckley, Mrs. Donald A. Benfield. Mrs. Robert E. Bergeron, Mrs. John E. Seybolt, Mrs. Philip M. Trafton, Mrs. Harold S. Carter, Mrs. William T. O'Brien, Mrs. Marsha!1 P. Harrington, Mrs. George R. Chick, Miss Mabel Margeson, Mrs. Caleb L. Hodsdon, Mrs. R. C. L. Greer and Mrs. Paul Badger. Portsmouth VFW Salvation Army:Jr .Plans Celebration..- Attendance 5, 106Of Anniversary l · At Services Here The Portsmout11 Veterans of F:,reign Wars post is making plans :or the celebration of its 30th anniv'.!r sary- Wed,nesday, May 11. Meeting Friday in Emerson Hovey post home on P arrott avenue the group voted to combine its anniversary with the golden jubilee celebration of the na tional organization. A committee on arrangements is headed by Ralph Martell, senior vice commander, assisted by William Kusky, Ricp.ard· Ingraham, Benjamin Downing, George Frost, George Kweel ty, Harry Laderbush, John Dow and Joseph Cullen. • • * A LETTER was read from i.he 1Portsmouth Red Cross thanking post for its Christmas gifts to the Portsmouth naval nos-pita!. Arthur Gagnon, quartermaster, gave a financial I eport and Joseph L. Louther, Jr., ·post commander, announced that more new furni ture was being purchased for the post home. Mr. Louther announced that he and his suite of officers will attend the mid-year VFW conference in Concord next Sunday. Others attending will incl11de Mr. Martell, ¥r. Gagnon, David Acox, adjutant, and Joseph Walsh, service officer. 1 the A total or 5,106 persons attended 264 r eligious services held by the Salvatio11 Army last year according to a r eport given by Capt. Hugh C. Fleming a t the annual meeting of the Salva tion Army board of directors last week. In his r eport Captain Fleming announced a local membership of 118 persons. He pointed out that the religious services were apart from the youth program in which 7,276 Portsmouth young people participated. • • • IN A BREAKDOWN of welfare ac- tivities for the year ending Dec. 31, 1948, Captain Fleming listed 507 applications for transient relief, 424 transient applicants aided, 83 lodgings provided, 495 meals, 19 cash donations. Transportation was provided for 43 cases and 272 persons received clothing from the organization. The Boston and Maine Transportation company has launched a program to prohibit smoking in Portsmouth buses, Ralph E. Ramsdell, company superintendent here, repor ted today, Ramsdell said the decision fol lowed complaints from several local organizations, including the Women's Christian T~mperance Union, against smoking. The bus company official explained that "no smoking" signs wlll be placed in local buses to test public reaction. He pointed out that violators cannot be "prosecuted" but will be asked to refrain from smoking in the vehicles. • • • "WE'RE N OT a law enforcement agency so we can't arrest anyone for disregarding the signs. The only thing we can do is ask them t o abide by our rules," Ramsdell explained. He said smoking in buses . was prohibited during the war because o! crowded vehicles but that the rule was relaxed somewhat when a.ny danger apparently ceased to exist. Ramsdell said that smoking will be allowed in buses making extended trips to such cities as Laconia and Concord. Interstate and buses operating within New Hampshire, he pointed out, "are better equipped for smoking." • • • --=-- ----------- .[wcTU Demands Ban on Smoking .InB&-MBuses The Women's Christian Temperanr:e union will request Boston and Maine Jnterstate bus operators to enforce "No Smoking" edicts aboard the vehicles traveling in New Hampshii•e This was decided yesterday, at a meeting at the home of Mrs. Gertrude Rand, when several members reported that they objected to persons smoking on the buses. ~rs. Annie Gould, secretary, was mstructed tfl write to R. E. Ramdell, superintendent of the Portsmouth section, asking his cooperation. ' The group decided to aid Russell Clement of he Men's Brotherhood class of the Lynn, Mass., East Baptist church, who is petitioning the Uni_ted Nations to open its session with prayer. • • • A LETTER of commendation also THE WCTU, in a letter to Ramsw!ll be sebt to Governor Adams statdell, had complained o! smoking on ing that the WCTU interprets his all buses operated by the firm taxation law to mean that the state Ramsdell said a smoking ban will depend less on returns from alwill continue on a.ll buses operating coholic beverages and gambling and in Maine. He explained that the nothat more stable revenues will be smoking regulation was imposed _by found. the Maine Public Utilities conumsMrs. Nella Stover of Portsmouth sion. and Bath, Me., a member of the "Even though it's against the law Bath WCTU, reported on the activito smoke in Maine buses, our com- ties of the Bath group, discussing pany still can't stop it. We can only suggest that passengers obey the in particular the work of the Young signs," Ramsdell said. I 1Women's group, Iota Sigma. "It's up to the Public Utilities The group voted t o buy a children's book entitled "Gray Bunny commission to haul violators into Children Still Learning." The book court, not us," he added. will be circulated among children. The group's yearly programs and evangelistic and t emperance literature was distribu ted. Mrs. Sybil Merrill was in charge of devotions. The next meeting will be held T uesday, Feb. 22, at the home of Mrs. Maty Tolman of Aldrich road. The report of emergency cases showed 579 hours •spent in visiting 875 homes; grocery orders, 49 fam ilies; fuel, 10 families; clothing, 484 applicants; shoes, 26; Th anksgiving and Christmas baskets, 165. The meeting was held in the Chamber of Commerce office. I �53 Spanish War Memorial Dedicated Here mander of the state us+.rv group wno said that the example which th e Frank E. Booma post had set in erecting the monument "certainly will go down in the history of comradeship." One of Colonel John~,m•s anecdotes concerned the "little black pills" which medics used to treat th e sick and injured soldiers. •:rt made no difference what was allmg you, if it was a headache t~othache or footache you wer~ given a. little black pill. rt was our only m~dicine," Colonel Johnson recalled. "A nd th e. mo.squltos were so large in th e Philippines that if they could have been organized into battalions we could have licked any army this world has ever seen," he continued. A small, but conspicuous monument stands on the Middle street lawn of the public library today as a tribute to Portsmouth's patriotic men who donned "the old blue shirts" In answer to their country's call in the Spanish-American wa r. Erected by the Frank E. Booma American Legion post, the shiny memorial, which bears an inscribed metal plaque, signifies the comradeship of Portsmouth's military organizations and their auxiliaries. The monument was dedicated Saturday_during colorful, but raindampened ceremonies at the Middle street site and a t a testimonial._ luncheon later at the Rockingham hotel for members of the Winfield Scott Schley, United Spanish War veterans and their auxiliary, • • • • • • ABOUT 40 aged Spanish war veterans, n eatly garbed In their b·lue and gray uniforms, braved nearfreezing temperatures and cold, intermittent rain to witness the dedication festivities along with approximately ·50 more spectotors. Highlights of the program was an address by Joseph H. Cullen, Sr., a member of the local American Legion post, who urged that the United States immediately prepare for the possibility 0f a third world war. Emphasizing that a "well-prepared country carries the best insurance against \\•ar," Mr. Cullen suggested that America develop an army, navy and air force, second to none; assemble strategic stockpiles of items for· defense ; advance scien ti fic research; and withhold the secret of the atom bomb from oth er countries. THE CONdORD MAN also jok- A TRIBUTE-Senior Vice Comdr. Forrest Morrison, left, a nd Adjutant Arthur Woodworth of the Frank E. Booma American Legion post unveil monument to Portsmouth men who served in the Spanish-American war, (Portsmouth Herald photo) Mr. Cullen said t hat if the United States is to follow the pattern set by the Spanish -American war veterans, "we must in peace continue to prepare against war as an effective means of preserving our security." A..~OTHER LOCAL American Legior, member, Past Comdr. Richard A. Pinkham, urged the pro.secution of high government officials who km•wingly plnci Communists in fed- era l positions. P ast Commander Pinkham made the suggestion while ·speaking"at the testimonial luncheon. Both speakers reviewed the history of the Spanish-American conflict and reminded their listeners that the Spanish war veterans formed the only 100 % volunteer army this country ha.s ever known. Hardships which the Spanish war veterans encountered were deby Lt. Col. James H. Johnston of Concord, past department com- • (I ub e t e d Loca I MUSIC F Charter j Members ').\ . ·elects Pres·1dent Re Club Wofflen' s City By O: More than 80 persons attended a tea honoring charter members of the women's City club yesterday at the club house at 375 Middle street. · C'he R.e·{ John N. Feaster, pastor it ol the North Congregational church, sooke on "Detective Stories and Why P'!oole Read Them." Mrs. Thomas H. Rudkin of Beveriy, Mass.. scheduled speaker, will 0,drlress the club at a future date. Mrs. Harold Smith, charter membc,r and past president, introduced other charter members present, Mrs. John C. Dolan, Mrs. T. P . Connor, Miss Katherine Mahoney, Mrs. M:i.rgaret Corey, Miss Florence Hewitt, Mrs. Sarah Piercy, Mrs. Alice :neniot t, Mrs. Ruth Tucker, I Miss Mitry Wrigh t and Miss Char- ! lotte Wright. :Mrs. M. A. Barrett, chairman of the membership committee, and ' Mrs. Virll Starkey poured. Mrs. Richard K. Marr was cha.irman of the tea committee assisted by Mrs. Starkey, Mrs. Alvin Johnson and Mrs. Kenuo Dales-hip. Mrs. Harold Littlefield led community singing and Mrs. Herbert P. Warry was pianist. \ in~ly criticized the food which he said was limited to .a "few hardtacks and an occasional cup of coffee." ., "They were so hard,"' he smiled, that I placed a st.amp on the right hand corne'. of a 'hard tack,' itdru:essed it m ink to my mother, without even wrapping it up, and until several years itgo there s till was not even a nick in it." , He described "our old Springfield rifles" as "more dangerous to shoot than to be shot at-the kick was so terrific." Or.ner -~peakers at the luncheon we1 e Comdr Ralph H. Atwell of the An:t>.rlc~n Legion post; Mayor Cecil M. Nea,: USWV Department Senior Vice Comdr. Alex Moore of Portsmonth; Chaplain James P. Kelley of t,he !oral USWV; Past American Legion Comdr. Jetta Ernest; Past USWV Department Comdr. Jeremiah Sweeney; American Legion me:iiber -John C. Ross; Mrs. Vivian St~rling, president of the Gordon Renner United American Veterans auxiliary; Mrs. Leeta M. Rintz, past pr%ident of the American Legion auxiliary: Lee Scott, local American J ohn Jacobsmeyer was re elected Legion member; and Eben F . Taylor of Port<mouth a member of the Prrsident. of tl1e Pa1·e11ts Mt1s1·c club a t the annu al meeting held in the Bro0klyn, ' " N. · Y.,' USWV organization. jun ior nigh school auditorium las t Past Cornell·. Charles Black of the werk. Fr·rnk E. Booma post was master of 'Ihe e,Jub voted to sponsor an inceremonies at the dedication, wh ile ter-city mu ic festival with ConMr. Cullen served as toastmaster l cord, w,1ich will bring apprnximately at ~he luncheon. 200 junior and senior high school Local American Legion Post Chapm:tsician• o Portsmouth for a comla.:n Edward S. White led prayers. bir.ed cJnrert in the early spring. The mo'1ument was unveiled by Defini tf' roncert and festival dates Senior Vice Comdr. Forrest Morria1rnoun,,eo by David Kush!ous, son an d Adjutant Arthur Wood111 c1 sic <tirect-0r in Portsmouth worth, both local Legionnaires. Past schools inelude All-State at conCo111dr. Om er Comeau of the Americord, March 17 and 18 ; New Hampcan Legian laid a wr~atl1 on the shi re a11rl!t!on at Franklin, May 14; monument. •A brief address was and the New England at Old orgiven during the dedication cerechord, Muy 20 and 21. monies by Joseph L. Louther, presiTn the meantime, th e club also dent of the Portsmouth Central e!ected Mrs Fred Beal , vice pres!- , Veterans council. dent ; Ml•s Elizabeth Hagar, secre~ary; NPiJ Sch!ot, treasurer ; and Mrs. Ral1Jh Knigh , public! y. Named to the executive• Uoard were E. Bliss Marriner, Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Pridhiim, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Seekins. Mrs Merton Davidson, Mrs. Clifton RAnd, Mr. and Mrs. John Tilley Theodore Gray, Mr. and Mrs. S. Gorri 111 Task, Herbert Warry and Mrs. Hr.1-ry Downing. j �Marital· Relations C_o urse 5~ at YWCA Plans New:r().MProgram Begins Monday 3.....,,_ \5' 'YW' to Sell Home ~ ~ A new YWCA pro~am-o diversified that it will entaU the disposal o! the organization's historic dwelling at the corner of State and Fleet streets- was announced today by YWCA directors. Principal change in the new p r o - * - - - - - - - - - - - -- gram wlll be the transfer of the The YWCA president reported YWCA's headquarters to the second that the organization's trustees refloor of a. building at 29 Daniels cently elected new members. They street. The present YWCA center Include Miss Alice Brewster, Mrs. . ' Albert Hunt, Judge Jeremy R. Wal~mlt as a private dwell!ng in 175~, dron, Franklin Harvey, Mrs. Wilis_ expected to be s?ld by the board of liam Fan!ngton, Harry Winebaum, directors later this month or early Miss Dorothy Philbrick, Mrs. Helen in February. Dedes Michaud and John DeCourcy. The YWCA officials also reported The trustees will meet Thursday to that a newly-arranged women's pro- elect new officers. gram will be carried out in the new Serving on a committee in charge quarters and at the Community of the YWCA's new program are Mrs. Parkhurst, Mrs. S. Gordon 1 Center. Plans have been launched for a women's and girls' day at the Task, Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, Dr. Community Center. The program Cornelia B. Walker, Mr5. Richard P . , I will include morning classes in McDonough, Mrs- Ray A. Crosby, J crafts and weight reducing; an aftMiss Margaret Badger, Miss Oath- .\ ernoon program consisting of games, erine Skehan, Miss Frances Wiggin, sports and crafts; and an evening Miss Felicia Gray, Mrs. Rose Parisi, program featuring a basketball Mrs. Cecil M. Neal, Mrs. John Paras, league and other sports activities. Mrs. Benjamin Brown, Mrs. Eric • • • Ebbeson, Mrs. Fred R. Ford, Mrs. I\IOST OF ':('HE PRESENT act!- Clarence C. Esham and Mrs. Robert vitles at the YWCA will be con- J . Sterry. tlnued at the new headquarters but The large YWCA building, once on a much larger scale, YWCA oft'i- ~s~~- as !..tav_ern, was _bui:: !n.1758 by c!als reported. The buil ding at 29 sented it to her son, Nathaniel, as a. Daniels street, owned by the First gift. National bank, includes ample space Now nearly two centuries old, the for a "drop-in" center where workhouse was taken over in 1813 by a Ing girls may eat their noon lu:i.chJohn Davenport, and for many years es, a. lounge, office and clubrc>om. it was known as the Davenport There will be no quarters for the house. It was the leading boardll1g 15 women now residing at the pres110use in Portsmouth and was often ent YWCA center. Instead, the used by judges who presided over loYWCA will operate a rooms registry cal courts. service. Mrs. John Parkhurst, YWCA The cellar of the anttquated strucpresldent, described the new pro- 1. ture once was used as a morgue. Hisgram as a "wise and constructive t(?rlans say that Mrs. Davenport, move." She expressed confidence I wife of the boarding house owner, that furuis provided by the Com- died while a local court was in sesmunlty Chest will be used to a bet- sion and the house was overrun by ter advantage fo?' programs rather · judicial boarders. than the upkeep of what she de* • scribed as an "expensive" building. l\lR. DAVENPORT, apparently beThe new quarters will be leased lieving it was no time :for a fw1eral, from the First National bank. placed his wife's body in the cellar Mrs. Parkhurst also said that where it remained for three weeks YWCA officials "believe that by until the session ended and the operating a carefully organized boarders had left. Mrs. Davenport's rooll15 registry we can serve more funeral was held after the judges had returned to their respective girls and women who need accommo- ' communities. datlons than has been possible In Along with proprietorship at the , our residence." ilm, Mr. Davenport was engaged in : She said that by "cooperative arrangement" with the Community buckle making. He called his house ; the "Ark Tavern," exhibiting a ; Center, the YWCA w!ll be able to provide for larger group activities fanciful sign and a picture of Noah's 1 Ark in front. in the gymnasium and other rooms I n 1814 Governor Gilman used at the Center. the Davenport house for headquar• • • ters when 5,000 mll!t!a were staMRS. PARKHURST said the detioned in Portsmouth, expecting an cision to move and sell the present building was made after careful attack from the British near the study of the local situation by the end of the war of 1812. board of directors, trustees and the national board staff. Mrs. Parkhurst also said that the decision ,was made "with the conviction that; a real opportunity is ahead for the YWCA in promoting a fellowship of women and girls which ls open to all, regardless of race, color or national origin." I I r· I I I A class in marriage and fam!ly relations to begin at 7 pm Monday, ls arrio11g new groups now being formed for the YWCA' . t _ s Will er pro gram, Mrs Robert H. Dunn, executive director, announced today. The class, a 10-week course for adults, w!ll be supervised by the University of New Hampshire extension service. The course will be held in the YWCA building. Leaders for the course are Dr. Herbert A. Carroll, head of the UNH py~cholo~y department; Judge Alfred J. Chretien, justice of the Manchester municipal court; Dr. Ed,vard W Colby, director of communicabte disease control for the state department of health. Dr. C!larles W. Coulter, head of the UNH department of sociology; Mrs. Helen F. McLaughlin, head of the UNH department of home economics, and Dr. AJlila L. Philbrook, directo: of the division of mental hygiene and child guidance at New Hampshire state hospital. · Davidson; leather work, at 7:30 pm Tuesday under the direction of Mrs. C. C. Eshom, and a square dancing class at _the YMCA building on Congress street, also to begin Tuesday night. Dr. Howard Schultz o! the University of New Hampshire will be caller and Wesley Downing will be In charge of music. An English class, including proper usage, diction and vocabulary work, will start Monday, Jan. 31. It will be taught by Mrs. Charles Batchelder, who has done graduate work In Engl!sh and has been head of the English department of Richmood, Va., high school. The bowling league will meet Tuesday nights and badminton for wornen will be held Monday nights at the YMCA. • • • GIRLS' AND WOMEN'S day will continue on Wednesdays at the Po tsmouth Community Center unde YWCA direction. The program Includes basketball, . ping pong, table games, sewing, • • • crafts and a. teen-age bridge class. OTHER LA SE include rug Archery and adult bridge classeshooking, to start Tuesday morning will be held If suffit ent interest is under the direction of Mrs. Frances shown, Mrs. Dunn announced. Seven NeW Members Elected- to YWCA Board OI Seven new members were elected to the YWCA board of directors at the association's annual meeting last week. Named were Mrs. Erle Ebbeson, Mrs. Fred R. Ford, Miss Pauline Gray, Mrs. Milton Leavitt, Mrs. Howard Lee, Miss Ruth Pierce and Mrs. Arthur Weeks, Sr. · Dr. Norman Alexander of the University of New Hampshire spoke on "Western Europe and the Berlin Crisis." ' "Moving day" was the theme of the meeting held in the Women 's City club. • • • THE YWCA will move its office and club rooms from its present location at 321 State street to 29 Daniels street. Miss Frances Skofield, secretary; Mrs. Katherine S. Hill, treasurer, and Mrs. Walter S. Rowe, chairman of the nominating committee, gave their reports. Mayor Cecil M. Neal brought greetings of the city and commended the association on the program it- is cohductlng at the Community Center. Miss Alice L. Brewster spoke on "What We can?t Take With Us" and Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, Dr. Cornella Walker, Miss KathPrine Beane and Mrs. Gladys Warre!l spoke on "What We Can Take With Us." Mrs. John Parkhurst gave the president's report. After a dinner at whlch the Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector of St. John's Episcopal church, gave the Invocation, a musical program was presented by the high school girls' sextette under the direction of David Kushlous, school music supervisor. The Rev. Edward H. Brewster, D. D., pas tor of the First Methoc!ist church, gave th e benediction. OTHER MEM BERS of the board of directors include Mrs. Gordon Aston, Miss Edith Brewster, Mrs. Bradley Clark, Mrs. Horace Gray, Mrs. Albert Hecker, Miss Margaret Hickey, Miss Anna Kushious, Mrs. E .• A. Ladd, Mrs. Parkhurst, Mrs. Pickett, Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Rowe, Miss Skof!eld, Mrs. Harlan, Talbot, Mrs. John van Metre, Miss Georgia Vourvas, Dr. Walker, Miss Frances Wiggin and Mrs. Cedric Wood. Mrs. Robert King was in charge of the musical program; Mrs. Perley Armitage, decorations. Mrs. Gladys Warren was chairman of hostesses assisted by Miss Aiice Brewster, Mrs. Anna Bennett, Miss Katherine Beane, Mrs. Pickett, Mrs. Ebbeson, Mrs. Fred Ford, Mrs. Yam C. Tom, Mrs. Elizabeth Contier, Mrs. William Farrington, Mrs. John N. Feaster and Miss Phyllis Vozella. �Marital Relations· Course Will Start Here Monday ~1 - - -- - - - - 5 LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES STATEMENT OF CONDITION OF :Ja11 J Portsmouth Savings Bank OF PORTSMOUTH, N. H. ~~') at the close of business December 31, 1948 RESOURCES Book Values on hand ....... ......... ., .... $ 41,912.32 Three college profrs.5or.!:, a mun!-/ Cash on deposit , .. . ... . , , . • . • • • • • • • . 367,059.77 clpaJ court Judge, and two health Cash Items available for deposit . , • • • • • • • • • • 25,567.98 experts wlJJ be the faculty !or a · Cash items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . • 1,342.49 .::ourse in marriage and !amfly re- · United States Government obligations ...• 435,882.56 latlon3 ,tarting next week Jn Conodion bonds . . ............ ... , . • 4,939,200.00 Po•tsmou~h federal Home Loon Bonk stock ..... , • 55,uOO.OO 45,400.00 Offered by the Uni\•ersity of New Railroad bonds ........... ....•...•• 47,825.00 Public utility bonds .•.....•.•.•.•.•• Hampshl~e extension service Jn co- ·/ Miscellaneous 166,600.00 bonds .••..•..........• opr•·a tion with the New Hampshire 13,500.00 Railroad stock ............. , , .. . .. . 227,925.00 47,148.92 SorlaJ Hrglene association, the 10Bonk stock ...... . ............ ....• 43 ,073 .50 W~k conrse 15 designed as a clinic Loons on New Hompshire real estate 90,222.42 for nrnrri~d people, parents. teachNotes .. .. .. .. . .. . .. .. • . • 3,919,755.67 3,919,755.67 ' ers, m inisters, socia l wotke1s and • Loon, on other real estate engaged couple . Notes . . ......• • , , ••• , •• • 1,455,712.12 Bonds ..•......•.•.•.•••. The course will start Monday at 26,000.00 Collateral loon, 1,481,712.12 Portsmouth's YWCA, 321 State 1 Deposit books ..........•.. street. The class wfll run from 7 1 18,537.42 Stock exchange collateral ...• to 9 Pm. 1 50,799 .08 Unsecured loon, ................. . 69, 336.50 Real estate, etc,, owned : E•acultv members Include three 50,308.43 university professors, P yschologist Bonk building, vaults, furniture and fixtures ...... . . ..... . H erbe rt A . Carroll, Sociologist 50,000.00 United Stoics bonds redeemed . , , ....• 50,000.00 Charles W. Coulter and Home EconoMortgage Tox Account .. .. . . . . . . . . . . 8,318.61 ml~t Helen F , McLaughlin; Jud ge 4,051.83 4,051.83 , . Alfred J . Chretien of the Man Total Resources ••.... ch ester municipal court; Dr. Ed$11,377,113.14 LIABILIT1£S ward W, Colby, director of the state Due depositors on deposit book accounts $ I 0,475,626.82 henlth ctrpnrtmen t'.<i communicable School savings ......... . , . . . . . . . . . • 22,317.75 Total deposits . , •. , ••• , , dls~nse control; and Dr. Anna L. Guaranty fund ..... .... , •• , •... , . • I 0,497,944.57 Philbrook, d irector or mental hy555,000.00 Undivided profits-net .. , .•....•. . , • gle·1e and chfld guidance at the 299,168.57 Reserves ............•.•••.••..••. sta re hos;Jltal. 854,168.57 25,000.00 25,000.00 <-:ost tor the course will be $5 for Total liabilities . . . . . . . . . $11,377,113.14 •a s111gJe person and $5 for married EXAMINATION BY BOARD OF TRUSTEES State of New Hc;mpshire I couple. Both Protesta nt and Catholir. leader~ have approved plans ! or ~ ss. Rockingham County I the course. It will run concurren tly In Manchester. We, the undersigned Trustees of the PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BANK do severally solemnly swear that we have mode a thorough examination of its affairs in accordance with Chop. 309, Sec. 35 of the Revised Lows, and I that the foregoing statement of its condition is true. ,t") NORMAN E, RAND, ORMAN R. PAUL, J. VERNE WOOD, PAUL M. HARVEY, A 11ewlng clnss-open to nll women BURNELL E. FRISBEE, JOHN E. SEYBOLT, o! Portsmouth-will be organized ALBERT W. MOULTON Wednesday at the regular Girls' nnd Subscribed and sworn lo this 3rd day of January 1949, Before me Women's day program at the ComARTHUR GORMAN munity Center under the sponso~~ustice of the Peace ship of the local Young Womens -·---- YW Organize~-,)• \ Sewing Class Christian association. Further Information may be_ obtalned br calling the YW. A Umverslty of New Hampshire Exten~l011 service worker will be l11structo1. Classes In Jealhcrwork, under the direction of Mrs. t:. C. Eshom, also wlll be formed. One class Is planned for teen-agers In the aftern?on a nd another In the evening for girls and women. A teen -11 gers' cooking class ts to start In the afternoon. The extenslon i;ervlcc worker will meet wi th I _girls at 3 pm lo help them plan th e courses. Portsmouth Has $J05 , 077 I•rt. 'Ban k "Sa. .V\ City 1\1:1111a~er Edward C. Pe terson reported ye.~lerday th11 t Portsmouth co1 1 cludPd 1948 with $105,077 In the ba 11k-thr largest amount In at least six rean. Peter~on Also said that the ,vater denartment's book b11lance as of la~t De ~. :ii was 18,473 while re cC'l 1•L~ from parking meters totalled $26,600. BalancPs In the municipal accounts In previous years were 1947. $10,423: 1946 $25,546; 1945. $68.322; 1944 $98.344: 1943, $90,055: 1942, $34.473. 11rcordlng lo City Auditor Wiifred ~- Young. Portsmouth ~~~ Reports Increase An Increase of 85,424 In the ~et surplus of the Granite State Fll'e Insurance company last year was revealed yesterday at the 63rd annual meeting of the company In Manchester. Milton H. CU!ey of Port.smouth, who was named assistant secretary of the New Hampshire Fire Insurance company Tuesday, was assigned to a similar position with the local subsidiary. Directors, All of whom were reelected, Include John H. Bartlett, Fred H. Ward and Orrn A. Dexter, all of Port~mouth, and Pnul W. Hobbs of North Hampton. Officers Include Mr. Dexter, vice president; Leon A. Robinson and Martin c. Cherry of Portsmouth, secretaries. -Mili,le tiirnPikeDeficit $73,500,Company Claims Maine Turnpike Authority officials today were studying figures of a Portland securities company Whfch claims that the 45-mfle superhighway had a much greater first-year deficit than the authority reported, The Ma ine Securities company maintains that the 1948 deficit wm amount to at least $73,500. The Authority had reported last month that income failed by $55,000 to meet bonded Interest charges. Wllliam B. Getchell, executive director, and Joseph SayWard, Authority chairman, both or Kennebunk, said they wlll study the securities firm's financial analysts o! the pike's operation before offering any explanations o! the authority's position. The report or the securities firm Indicates that total Income from the Ki ttery to Portland superhighway, Dec. 13, 1947, to Nov. 30, 1948, totaled $646,000, from which operating costs took $208,000. This left about $439,000 for bond Interest and maintena nce, the report said. Bond issue requirements for the first Year on the $20,000,000 loan are $512,500. Thus, I! the $439,000 ls applied to the Interest It wlll fall by $73,500, the securities firm con tends. It the en-; tire amount is applied to interest charges there will be no money left for main tenance, the securities firm announced. 1 1 The financial flrm•s report said: "Obviously, the turnpike is stlll somewhat short of fulfillment of the prediction that it WOUid malnt11ln Ilse!! and eventually pay for itself. Whfle It ls too early to predict the future, It may be noted that the figures so far as substantlally away from the original published estimates-and away In the wrong direc tion." The securities firm said It was estimated that a. $15,000,000 bond lssue would be sufficient, but $20,000,000 was Issued. In addition, the company said, It was estimated that revenues In 1948 would be $750,000 but the actual figure may be about $675,000. The estimate or expenses for 1948 was $160,000 "but It looks more like $220,000," the Por tland firm maintained. The report concluded With the announcement that the annual bond Interest t urned 9ut to be $512,-, 000 instead ot $375,000. �_~ r l ~ --. · _'\o. --· .. ....:. ·i:-•J • ., _ in City; ~dil1·~~JUtnpiki"~'Sliowi·~-:--i Valuations Rise ~o.,\\ $462,2·8 7 ·. Surplus in '48 Taxpayer May Get Break , The Kittery to Portland superhighway finished 1948 with a $462,287 , surplus, clear of.maintenance costs and Interest payments on a $20,000,000 ·bonded debt, according to Executive Director Wllllams B. Getchell, Jr of the Maine Turnpike authority. :1"1'\ \ \ ., •Getchell said that Interest on thelf.-----~-===---=====J_ .$20,000,000 bonded Indebtedness has·r - been paid :from principal up to the , beginning of 1949. He added that 1• : previous figures released by the ' 1'· authority were merely rough est!' mates and predictions of total In- , come and expenses. · ,The turnpike official . explained that, In the future, the new superhighway must qieet operating and A hearing on the New Hampmaintenance expenses, which totaled shire Gas and Electric company's $220,498 for the first calendar year of I petition for permission to acquire operation. The road also must pay a new rights of way for the erection yearly total. of $512,000 In Interest of transmission lines along the new 'charges and pay off the loan's prln- 1 superhighway was held yesterday clpal-$20,000,000-over · a 30-year by the State Public Service comperiod retroactive to Feb. I, 1946. mission at the Rockingham county . No pavment has been made thus courthouse here. , far ' toward reducing· the debt and , In Its petition the utility comI no date i:et for the first payment, . pany maintained t hat the new. I Getchell said. He added that no . superhighway,' now under construc; definite date, outside the 30-year tion, crosses transmission lines and limit, is set for debt reduction paythot It ls necessary for the comment.s. pany to acquire "additional new • • • easement. rights." , GETCHFLL EXPLAINED that . The company seeks to obtain from ,i In t.he future the turnpike authority Joseph Cohen of Boyd road 7.08 wlll pay. of! the bonded debt out of acres o! land on the south side of surplµs funds after maintenance, j, Myrtle avenue; from Patrick J . operation and lnterest.s costs are Coakley 3.97 acres east of Sherburne disposed of. road; from Ernest F. and Jerome B. Getchell brought out these two Heffler 3.65 acres south of Green.points: land road, northeast of the Ports(1.) It operating and malntena~ce mouth-Greenland town line, and •· costs In future years average about from Russell A. Rolston 3.87 acres the same as 1948's $220,498, then 't he northeast of the Breakfast Hill road I i turDplke must bring In about $732,in Greenland. 498 total yearly revenue to cover Cohen and Coakley, represented op~ratlng and maintenance exby Atty. Thomas H. Simes of Portspenses and Interest charges alone. mouth, testified that Installation of <:U i:! Interest charges so far had the transmission lines would denot bee11 paid out of the loan prinpreciate the value of their property. cipal, used to construct the highway The New Hampshire Gas and ElecItself, the turnpike would have been tric company was represented by about $ti2,703 in the red !or 1948. Atyt. Richard E. Shute of Exeter. Getchell noted that the turnAtty. Arthur J. Reinhart was counpike's total Income !or last year was U!H!!Y, - ~~~p~~Y. Seeks·New land . Along'l oH Road I Portsmout:Jh. taxpayers could loo~ Into 1949 today with some hope - unofficial, of course for a reduction in tihe 1948 rate of $41.70 . City officials, including Manager Edwl',rd C. Peterson, are playing the tax cards very "close to their vests" but an analysis of 1948-1949 figu,res encourages optimism on the part of the taxpayer. The total assessed valuation in 1948 was $26,012,526 and municipal approprlallons required that $1,070,578 be nlscd by taxation. The resultant tax rate was $41.70 per $,1000 evaluo tlon. However, Chairman Robert M. Herrick of the board of assessors said today, "There•~ hope that total evalualion in 1949 will be higher." He added, "A good share of that hope is bazed on the speed wilih which the Public Service mercury plant is going up:" . In 1948 the mercury plant was assessed at $102,500 but by April l, 1949 - tl;e assessment deadline-It wlll be nearing comple- 5b tlon and utility officials hope to 'have one of the 7,500 kilowatt units in operation late this year. Meanwhile, the proposed 1949 municipal budget calls for the raising of $1,148,000 by taxation, an increase of $77,000 over 1946. This increase in 1949 city government cost can be more than offset by a $2,000,000 appraisal figure on the Public Service Co. plant. It is believed by some authorities that in view of \Jhe near'ness of the plant's completion a still higher n.ppralsal flg11re may result. 'l'he company has estimated that the butld'lng will cost $5,000,000 to construct. In fad, nn Increase of $2 ,000,000 in the valuallon last yearsuch as the power plant would afford- would have dropped the tax rate below $40. Not considered in the present figures are the 75 new dwell!n g places already erected or under construction during the year at an estimated value of $487,000 These buildings alone mean an additional $20,000 In revenue at the 1948 tax rate. l $669,795 and came from 1,516,171 vehicles. · He estimated that "about 75%" of these were out-of-state vehicles, a figure based on several snot checks of traffic flow made throughI out the year. !·. Two factors, he said, apparently : showed that the toll road is off t,o a goad start In 1949, Exceptionally 1 1mild weather, Getchell explained, twould allow a substant.lal saving In winter maintenance costs. ,. 1.;He ,_ also. pointed _out· that, fare revenues from Dec. 13 to Jan 9 .have exceeded the corresponding period a year ago by 36%. ' I '!'he state Public Service ' commission today granted the Boston and Maine Transportation co., per. \sel for Mr. Rolston. The hearing w~ conducted by mission to shorten three Ports Chairman Edgar H. Hunter. Other . mouth fa,!·e zones. commission members present were The changes will affect the PannEdward R'. Thornton, Harold Bardard and Secretary James W, Doon. \ away Manor, Rye and New Castle lines. The commission rejected the bus company's request for permission to _revise the South street route zones. :fCVV\.. \ ~ I • • • DURING THE CALENDAR year of 1948, Getchell reported, 919,301 or 60.5% of vehicles on the turnpike were on through trips between Kittery and Portland. There were 460,, 517 northbound 1:Jhrough-vehicles and 458,784 southbound throughvehIcles, Getchell said, Of the total 1,516,171 revenue vehlcles ' on the road, 1,390 ,669 w,;re passenger cars; 2,453 motorcycles; 119,863 trucks and 3,186 buses. In addition to toll-paying vehicles Getc'hell reported, there were 27,483 1 non-paying vehicles-military, police, maintenance and contractors' ~e_Ql~les_._ _ Shortened Zones< On Local lines Granted to B&M tch tollGe lell said the avArage. , · tr!P f or -pay ng vehicles was 35 5 mil based on a vehicle-mile~ total esf 53,860,252. ~ o The peak month for use of th • ~::pike by out-of-state motorist: . August, when sample counts . I~c!icated 86% "foreign" reglstra. tions with approximately three oc , cu pan ts to each -· 1ded. , car, Getchell ad- Supt. Ralph E. Ramsdell of the local Boston and Maine Transportation company office reported that the changes w!ll not become effe ctive "for at least five days." He said that the company's Boston office must be informed of the revisions before they are ad.opted locally. . Ramsdell also reported that his firm has· accepted a suggestion by the Sherburne Civic association that stud ents be allowed to ride per reduced fares. I The company was authorized to: (1) Establish a IO-cent limit at Dodge avenue on the P annaway • • • Manor line, just beyond the ;rail- I \ RAMSDELL said students going road bridge. Beyond Dodge avenue to or from school, or school actlvithe cash fare will be 15 cents. ' ' ties, up t0 and including the 6:20 I (2) Change the · five-cent limit on pm bus from Market square and the Rye line from the corner of , the 3:20 pm bus from Pannaway Lincoln and Miller avenues to Mil- · may ride on tickets worth four rides , !er avenue and Rockland street. : for 25 r.ents Children under 12 will ' (3) Shorten the IO-cent zone lim- · ! be allowed to ride on four for 25 it on the New Castle line from the cent tickets at anytime, Ramsdell present site at Wild Rose lane to added. Wentworth avenue. Boston !l!1d Maine officials repor-t- • • • ed earlier that the fare zone changes THE BUS COMPANY wanted to ; would inr.rease company revenue by shorten the five-cent limit on the · $4,420. They maintained that the South street line fl'om the corner changes were necessary because the of Lincoln and Miller a venues to firm lost $22,824 In the Portsmouth Lincoln and Sherburne avenues. But area alone during •t he first eight the commission dismissed this pro- ' ,m ontha o! 1948. _posal~-- �Portsmouth Steel Plant;..a Drea~?:Si.-j By DICK CONNOLLY A steel plant In Portsmouth? · All ar,ree that lt would be a won,lerful thing for this seacoast region. But unfortunately, It appears to be nothing more than a big, beautiful Llream. Rumors have been flying thick :ind fast for nearly two years that the gigantic U. s. Steel corp., or some other large steel producing firm ls ready to move into Portsmouth over• night and instigate the biggest lndustrfal boom In this city's history. Thesr. rumors still are as fresh as tomorrow's bread. But, to date, not one local, state or rrglonal official has been able to substantiate the reports which have lnritcd Portsmouth's cltlens Into a t Izzy of hope. The Pittsburgh olTice of U. S. Steel has flatly denied reports that It is seeking a plant site In Portsmouth, or anywhere else In this area for that matter, The New England council is :l c,.M. \ ,__ . - --- waging an energetic drive to draw a steel Industry Into thi:,; six-state region . But an official has insisted, "New Englan,l, not just Portsmouth," Is being considered a~ a possible site for a steel plant. The rumors also have bl'en spiked by E!lward Elllngwoocl of Peterborough, executive !llrector o( the State Planning and Development commission who says, "Portsmouth is just as Jood as any other port on the Atlantic seacoast, but If any iI 1teel plants plan to locate on the east coast they'll consider sites from Portland as far south as Hampton Roa.els, Va." Gov. Sherman Adams advised the State' Legislature In his inaugural address that Port.,mouth Rhould be conslderecl for a steel plant. But observers ha,,e asked, "What can the Legislature !lo nbout It? Will It 011111! the plant?" Alvin F. Redden, executive secretary and treasurer of the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional association, also Is unnble to offer even the slightest fragment or fact that Portsmouth has chances of becoming "a little Pittsburgh." Reddrn admits that "it would be a boon to the city," but he :111ds, "Our organization knows nothing about a steel plant ready to move here or even considering It." A similar view was expressed by David C. Packard, Port~mouth <Jhnmber of Com111crce prcsl•ent. who knows "very little about a steel plant locating In Portsmouth." However, Paeknrcl pointed out that the Piscataqua rh-er, Portsmouth harbor, and available sites along the river would be "very advantageous if a stet! company decided to survey this area.'' The steel plant rumor■ gained momentum with the announcement recently that huge Iron· ore deposits now are being surveyed IUld MSCSSCd In Labrador, while ore reserves In the Mesabi mountain range of northeastern Minnesota are depleting rapidly, New England as a whole may be considered for a steel Industry because it ls closer to the new source of supply In Labrador than present Installations in the south and mldwest, But whether large steel companies move into this six-state area appears to hinge heavily on the development of the muchdiscussed St. Lawrence seaway. Steel Interests In Cleveland, Chicago and Pittsburgh maintain they could not import the Labrador ore at a reasonable • cost without the proposed , $500,000,000 seaway. In the event the St. Lawrence waterway remal\.is unde• veloped and Iron ore cannot go to the steel .m111s ecc.lomleally, then · the mills will tio !o the Unemployment Here Held 'Not Iron ore. This means that New England .might have a chance of entering the steel-making business. But It would ta.c.e several years before such a project could get unclerway. If New England is considere1l by large steel Interests ln the future, Portsmouth probably would be surveyed, along with nery other potential Industrial area In New England. Despite Its excellent na vigation facilities, Portsmouth still would have to compete with the much larger Industrial eomnmnltles which can provide a greRter market for steel and other metl\ls. Thus, the dreams of a steel plant ln Portsmouth would require all the Imagination and business acumen of the old Yankee trader-sailors-a.ml then some-to materialize. 1SO Properties \ Assessed Here ·I ( Approximately 150 pieces of property have been surveyed by Portsmouth's board of assessors, working in conjunct.Ion with the State tax commission In an effort to equalize valuations. The local assessors are working with Robert E. Cunningham of Concord, a state tax commission ofllclal. They plan to Inspect about $1,000,000 worth of property before concluding the study. · Cunningham and the assessors are attempting to equalize local valuations with those on record with the State ·tax commission. seri~uil A feeble consolation was of• fered to the Portsmouth areg, today when .State Employment service officials described the local unemployment situation as "better than most of the rest of the state." William Roy of Concord, labor research expert for tne SES, said Portsmouth unemployment Is holding at a "ver.v consistent level in comparlsou t.o previous years." He said tha~ last year's average of 900 untmployed ln the Portsmouth area indicated tha;; the war boom "adjustment" at the naval shipyard is nearly over. "Portsmouth experienced a sudden growth and an equally sudden decrease in its number3 of employed. The very fact the shipyard Is tod:i.y carrying twice the number of men that It did "PORTSi\tOUTH'S PICTURE looked at objectively lo not bad, But It needs new industry or Increased shipyard employment to take up the i:lack," he said. "People got so used to having plenty of work during the war that t hey cannot adjust their thinking back to the days when R man was lucky to get 40 weeks work in a year." "The war and post-wRr prodtictlon periods of 'short' consumer goods are ended and new growth must make up the difference or the workers go on to new areas," he said. Mr. Roy concluded, "Unfortunately, the fact that the shipyard is such a tremendous u~er of labor when It Is booming, scares any Industrialist who might think of moving into Portsmouth. "He trains his workers anti then comes a boom on the shipyard and he lo.ses tllem." 10 years ago is helping to ease , the problem," he said. "True, Portsmouth n e e d s new industry," he said, "and In lieu of new Industry, the workers are going to go elsewhere." • • • ,, \ further consolation, when he said, "Of course many of those workers who will lea vc are not actually native to the area 1.·ut drifted In with the war rxpansion. They'll go back to their own areas." Mr. Roy characterized much of the local unemployment as "seasonal" and would decrease with the oncoming warmer weather. He said that he felt the layoffs at the local shipyard would mean the departme of some workers but Immediately added that some part of the HE OFFERED employment Applications now pending on SES files are t.hose of men already working on the shipyard but who hope to "catch on" wibh some other organization. Mrs. Abby Wilder, SES head, said Portsmouth's weekly unfmployment compensation loa:1 was among the lowest In the state. She admitted that it did no~ reflect the c1m1plete piclurc bec:ntse furlo ug hed shipyard employes are not eligible inr state unemployment pay. Howe\'er, Mr. Roy maintained that many persons now unemployed are stm working through their toom-time savings and refuse to take employment at le!iS money than they mad~ during the war. • • • 1 Meters Give ~ Neat Prof it 1 · Ta City Coller As Bob Hope's radio foll would say In a dulcet voice: "Put some money In the slot, boy." That's just what thousands of motorists did In Portsmouth last year In order to park their cars downtown. City Auditor Wilfred E. Young today reported that approximately $33,914 (3,391,400 pennies or 678,280 nickels) was co11ected from the meters during 1948. Of this about $13,560 (1,356,000 pennies or 271,200 nickels) was spent tor meter maintenance. That means a clear profit of about $20 ,354 (2,035,400 pennies or. 427,080 nickels). Now comes the question o! wh3:t the city will do with the $20,354 1n view of the fact that the meters al- , ready have paid for themselves. ' City Manager Edward C. Peter• son says the $20,354. v,:!11 r~i:nll(l~ in tl'lt1 ctty trer.,;ury un;t11 I\ "fe~ moce pennies and nlckles" are accumulat• ed. The city auditor also ;reported that $8,201 (820,100 pennies or 164,020 nlckles) were collected In 1946 while an additional $35,154 (3,515,- , 400 pennies or 703,080 nickles) was, removed from'the meters In 1947. • �..Gi'ty Shocked bt Walton Probe'~ Portsmouth WU )fl In a state ot ftruratfve shock today followinr th e •tunnli:ir disclosure yesterday that one ot Its most promlnent and respected citizens as Involved In the urly snarl ot a bank scandal. But Wllllam C. Walton, Jr., whose reslrnatlon as president th ot e New Hampshire National bank was announced suddenly yesterday morning In connection h wit $60,000 In "mishandled" tunds, was not berett ot friends th In e community In which he grew to manhood, Immediate reaction on the part of Walton's many Intimates ,and even the bank's directors ':" Was to the effect: "Whatever ~UU did, you may be sure it wasn't for himself." Their loyalty extended to Walton's wife, the former Mildred M. Mustin, who stood today · as barrier between her husband and the curious public. Meanwhile, the bank examiners pushed their Inquiry into Walton's "misapplication" of funds, which has been estimated as high as $100,000. Michael J. Hurley of Boston, hid national bank examiner, told Th• Portsmouth Herald today that the examiriation of the books would be completed ." within a week or 10 days." He added, "I'm not at all concerned over the Portsmouth altuatlon as the bank Is fully , protected by bond. If I were, I'd be in Portsmouth right now." ' Mr. Hurley said that any final report .on the Investigation would have to come from the office of the comptroller of currency or from the bank directors themselves. "The bank's officers and directors are fully authorized to tyue any statements," he concluded. Meanwhile, the five bank directors were em11hatic today in denying a Boston newspaper story that Walton had started an "installment plan" confession, during a directors' meeting yesterday afternoon. John H. Greenaway, elevated from a seat on the board to the presidency yesterday, declared, "I was in Concord yesterday and to my knowledge there was no directors' meet• Ing with Mr. Walton." Orel A. Dexter, vice pres!. dent, said, "It'!i an utter fabri• cation. Blll came Into the bank yesterday afternoon and work' ed with the examiners, but • there was no meeting and ( certainly heard no confession." Former Gov. Charles M. Dale said he talked with a repre■entatfve ot the Boston newspaper but, "I certainly did not tell him that Walton had confessed. Any such statement Is a He." / He continued, "The man asked me U Mr. Walton was 'cooperatIng' and I told him that he was 'fhat w~ the extent of my eon~ versatlon," A fourth director, J, Paul G rlffin, said he Issued a flat "no comment" when questioned yesterday. "The story In the Boston paper ·ts untrue as far aa I'm concerned," he said. Richman P. Margeson, the fifth member, said he had no comment to make on the newspaper story. However, while saying that he could not comment on the progress of the Investigation, Mr. Greenaway said that "buslness here today Is entirely normal." Ile explained that the bank was fully protected by l\Ir. Walton's bond and even more protection was guaranteed by the Federal Reserve act which protects deposits up to $5,000. None of the directors would t'ommrnt on the identity of the business to which l\Ir. Walton Hid ht diverted the funds "I am serving as preslde.nt ot this bank In the Interests of the community," Mr. Greenaway . • • • WALTON HII\ISELF was quoted by federal authorities as saying that he diverted funds from the bank to another business organization in which he has an Interest. · The bank president was taken In• to custody by agents of the FedeMl Bureau of Investigation last night. It was from the FBI that the original complp.lnt came, charging Walton with violation of the Federal Reserve act. At hts Rrralgnment before U. S. Commissioner John W. Stanley thia morning, Walton faced the specific chitrge of forging a ' $15,000 note on Jan. 16 In the name of a bank: d~posltor. He was bound over to the federal grand jury. Directors of the New Hampshire National bank lmmedl!).tely an• nounced the election of John H. Greenaway, former local druggis~ to replace Walton as i;,resldent. • No mention of the ,criminal pr, ceedlngs was containetl in the ter~ simple statement that came fr01 the New Hampshire National bank directors this morning. • • • THE UNSIGNED STATEMENT was released by former Gov. Charles M. Dale who acted as spokesman for the hoard of directors but who declined to explain any o! its im• said. And I don't want the Impres- pllcatlons. sion to get around that any one ma'n The statement read: put me here. "The board of directors of tlhe "I have a mind or my own and I New Hampshire National bank to• Intend to use it," the new presiday authorized the following statedent said. · Walton, free In $15,000 ball after ment: "The irregularities b transacbeing arraigned yesterday before a tions approximating $60,000 on <the ,, United States commissioner In Conpart o! the president, William 0. cord, was described as a "free agent" Walton, Jr., discovered by the bank's today by one director. board or directors on their examina• tion, has resulted in his resignation. "The bank 1.5 fully protected by 1 bond. "The board also announced the election of John H. Greenaway, former Por tsmouth druggist, as president of the bank!' Dale would not define the na,ture of the "Irregularities" mentloneli in the statement, nor would he reveal the nature or the "transactions" Involved "a.t the prese11t William 0. Walton, Jr., resigned time." today a_, president or the New He said the question of possible Hampshire National bank in the legal action was "entirely In the midst o! a financial scandal which hands of the bonding company. involved him In bank "irregularities" estimated at $60,000. "I CAN NOT AMPLIFY the statement," he declared. While directors o! the bank an. He llktmed the bank's directors nounced his resignation, Walton himself was hauled before a United to "passengers on a bus-when the States commissioner In Concord bank examiners move in on a case this morning on a federal charge like this, we are just passengers or "misapplying" funds totallng and have to go along with what Alleged Dealings Cause Arrest on federal Charije ·, , " $15,000. He was !reed In $15,000 ball when he pleaded ' Innocent and his case was continued' to the April term o! U. B. district court. In Concord, a chief national bank examiner, M. J. Hurley, was quoted as saying the "irregularities" might involve sums between $50,000 and $100,000. .. they do." "Therefore it Is out of our hands," he added. Other directors of the New Hampshire Natlonnl bank were listed as: Orel A. Dexter, vice president; J. Paul Griffin and Richman P. Margeson. Walton, who is 39, had served as president of the bank since May, 1941, when he succeeded his father, the late William C. Walton, Sr. At the time he assumed the po-1 sitlon, he was described as one of the youngest bank presidents In New Hampshire. Prior to his election, he had been assistant cashier and a director of the bank for several years. Mr. Walton declined to comment 1 on his resignation, the revelations of the bank directors or the !edernl charge against him when reac!1ed by The Portsmouth Herald today at I his home at 903 Middle street. I • • • "I HAVE no 3\atement," he said. "Any.thing pertaining to this matter must be released by the bank's directors. I am more or less bound to go along with them." It was only Lwo years ago-almost to the day-that an0Li1er scandal Involving a New Hamps,1lre National bank official was disclosed. That was lhe case of Oscar P Anderson. former assistant cashle•·, who was charged with shortages of more than $30,000 In accounts which he was alleged to have hRnC:led on a private basis. None of the bank's funds or property was affected In those dealings, according to a slalen•cnt al the Lime by Walton-who found himself on the opposl le end or the "Irregular! t les" by laking credit !or the discovery. The full story o! the scandal was never told as Anderson died before he could be served with a warrant charging embezzlement and fraud- I Jent use of funds. The bank's new president, Mr. Greenawar, has played a prominent part In civic, fraternal and political clrr.les of the city and state, • • • .\ CLOSE PERSONAL and politi- cal associate of ex-Governor Dale, he is n ,1w state director of Selective Service, served as campaign manager for Dale In the 1946 gubernatorial campaign and was a member of Governor Dale's military staff. He ;s a prominent Mason, a tr11stee of the Plscataqua Savings ba11k, trustee of the Home for Aged Women , a past President of the New H,1mpshire Pharmaceutical association ,md n.n active Rotarian. He retired frnm business about a ye:ir agr, when he sold the drugstore which he had owned. �- Dale BLlys ,Bal1k -Buildin9 To 0 v e rc om e 'Losses' In Fund , Irregula ri t ies . ' ' - --- ·- - ? fi~t~ Company Connected With q, THE COMPANY REPORTED & cash balance of only $10.63. Harrington was put under $(.0,00~ bond to administer the nffa is od i the fibre company and was ordere '. by the court to: b Investigate the company an\s~h; It a report on operations an ;eslrablllty of contin~lng the busl- N. H. National0Bank A ppoints Hartshorn Bank's Affairs I The New Hampshire National bank sold Its building to former Gov. Charles M. Dale today 1n a move to overcome financial difficulties 1 caused by the alleged mishandling 1 of funds by the bank's former president, Wllllam C. Walton, Jr. John H . Gre<'nnwny, Walton's successor as president of the bank, announced the transaction 'and said it was made necessary by "losses" resulting from "Irregularities by an officer of the bank." He did not dlsclo.se the sale price, but snld It was "sub1;tnntlnlly nbove" the amount at which the building was carried on the bank's 11st o! assets. The building wa.~ valued on the bank's book.s · at $67,500, but ls appraised by the city for tax purposw at $115,000. • • • DALE Hil\fSELF would not dis- close the consideration involved. He mly repeated the term that it was 'substantially more th an the 1mount carried on the bank's )Ooks." Meanwhile, it was learned that the New Hampshire National bank has served writs o! attachment on the New England Fibre company, which itself filed a petition for re1 organization in U. S. District court ' at Concord this morning. It was reported that the fibre firm is involved in indebtedness connected with the present bank affairs. • • • FROM CONCORD, It was learned this morning that Walton was listed by the secretary of state's office as a director o! the fibre company as o! la.st year. , Justice Aloysius J. Connor o! the ' federal district court today approved the Initial step of a. venture in re• organization !or the fibre company by appointing a Portsmouth attorney, William F. Harrington, Jr., as trustee of . the company. The reorganization petition was filed by the Dover law firm of Hughes and Burns an<l was sworn to by Earl E. Watson, president of the fibre company. Assets were placed at $212,191 and llabllltles e.t $127,487. Included among the llabllitles were note., payable totaling $103,700, • • • • Benjamin M. Hartshorn of New Castle and Reading, Mass., took over active management of the New Hampshire National bank today as executive vice president and director. ,' n~. File b Y March 1 a list of creditors and amounts due. ! reFile by March 25 a plan o organlza.tion or reasons :e;e• or;anlzatlon c_an~ot. be e ec . The announcement was made by the bank's new president, John H. Greenaway, who said he would remain as t.itular head of the institution but ln a semi-active capacity, W~{ A HEARING was set for April 1 on reonrnnlzatlon plans. The conrt ruled that "all persons" arc enjoined from any action against the company pending further ord~r. . Under !ts trusteeship, It was reported th'.lt the company will be or,rrated ·'from scratch" with an entirely nrw set of books. The wl'll.~ or nUaclimcnt served on the fibre company brought out that Dale, along with his law associate, Ray E. Burkett, Is acting as attorney for the bank. With the sale of the building to Dale, the former governor thus became landlord, director and lawyer of the bank. • • • DALE EXPLAINED that the at- tachment writs were Issued to "protect" tr bank's "Interests." He said the fibre company Is heavily indebted to the bank. Dlsclo.sure of the bank building sale was made In a formal statement given out this morning by Greenaway. The statement read: "Due to Irregularities by an officer of the bank, lossrs were su!• ferecl which make lt necei;sary to rrhabllltate the capital funds o! the bank to the satisfaction of the national bank examiners. "In carrying out the plan It became necessary to seli the banlt building at a price very substantlaliy above that at which It was carried as an asset on the books o_! the bank. "The sale of the building to Charles M. Dale has been completed and the profits derived therefrom, plus the liability of the bonding company and other IU!Set8, has kept the New Hampshire National banlt In a sound financial condition. "The examination of the bank by the national bank examiners and private auditors wlll be completed in t.he near future ••• " -~- The appointment of Mr. H a r t - : t - - - - - - - - - - - - - -shorn added another link to the growing chain of developments which followed the recent disclosure that Wiillam C. Walton, Jr., had resigned as president of the bank In the midst of a scandal Involving between $50,000 ai;td $100,000 In allegedly mishandled funds. Walton Is awaiting trial on a federal charge that he forged a depositor's name to a $15,000 note The threatened tleup of truck and "misapplied" the money to an-I transportation for Portsmouth merother business. chants and businessmen, 1f 1,000 • • • truck drivers go on strike, may be MR. HARTSHORN Is wen known averted. In local banking circl~s. having It was learned today that State served as cashier or the First National bank here for about six years Labor Commissioner Willlam C. before joining the Rockland Atlas Riley has calJed a. meeting of truck owners and union representatives National bank o! Boston in 1941. tor next Friday in hopes of settling · He has maintained a residence In the dlsputeJ · New Castle for .the past 14 years. Mr. Hartshorn was educated In Local 633 o! the International Reading schools and at Dartmouth Brotherhood of Teamsters, Chaufcollege. He was associated with the feurs, Warehousemen and Helpers wool Industry as a credit manager of America voted Sunday, 455 to for several years. 29, to set a strike date. He entered the banking business Yesterday David C. Packard, In Reading where he was named president of the Portsmouth Chamcashier or the National Bank -of ber of Commerce, said that any Reading. He first came to Portsstrike by the drivers would strike . a mouth In 1935 M cashier o! , the "paralyzing blow" to the city's First National bank. small businessmen. j • • • The union's contract with 42 opHE REMAINED with the local erators expired Dec. 31, 1948, and bank until he was elected vice presicalled for wages ranging from 90 dent of the Rockland Atlas National cents to $1.05 an hour In a 48-hour bank o! Boston In 1041. He retained week. The union hopes to gain a. his New Castle residence, however, 31 ½ cents an hour increase in a new and commuted between there and agreement. Boston during the summer months. 1 Mr. Hartshorn Is a. native of 1 Readln'f. where his wife became promtnent In school affairs during their reslc'tence there. She served several years on the Reading school board. The Hartshorns have two children, Benjamin Hartshorn, Jr., now associated with a Boston bank, and · 1. daughhir. Mary Hartshorn. Truck Tie-Up ;/ (]; May Be Averted By 'Peace' Talks - I �$167,000 .lor Bank Site 60 Carpenters An Indicated purchase price of $167,000 was paid by former Gov. • Charles M. Dale for the New lla.mpshlre National bank building-, according- to federal , .documentary stamps affixed to the deed, The fig-ure was determined by mathematical deduction, based on the fact that the deed carried $183.70 worth of tax stamps assessed at the rate of $l.10 for $1,000 of valuation. Da1e was revealed as the buyI er of the building yesterday In a. deal which bank officials said was mRde. to "rehabilitate" the capital funds of the bank. Thl1 was made necessary, Presldc-nt John II. Greenaway said, by losses resulting- from the alleged mishandling of funds by William C. Walton, Jr., who resigned last week as bank president. Neither Greenaway nor Dale would dl•close the amount paid for the building. Both said only that 1t was "substantially above" the figme carried for it on the bank's listing of assets. The bank carried a $67,500 valuation on the building while the city tax de1iartment lists an appraisal of $ll5,000. Dale, It was pointed . out, ::~g!;!e o;!~u:~:~ building· and The former governor, who Is both a director and attorney for the New Hampshire National bank, acknowledged yesterday that the building was worth "far more" than its $67,500 "asset" figure, but the bank had to reduce the valuation each year to correspond to Its decreasing "book value." Dale said he "hopes" to make some Improvements in the building, such as Installation of an e\evator, but added that they would come later. ~ : 1 - - - - - - - - - - \Truck Unionist .\ Credito.rs to Decide Claims Willingness· Fibre Firm's Fate 1-1~ To Avert Strike ~rt bO leave local Jobs In Wa~geD't1spute Work on several new homes and extensive repair projects ln the Portsmouth area was at a standstill today as about 60 carpenters walked off their jobs in a demand for higher wages. The work stoppage. which the union's bu5iness agent declined to call a "st1:ike," involves members of Local No. 921, United Brotherhood of Carpenters unj ,loiners, AFL, who are seeking J. 25 cc-nts an hour wage increase from their present $1.50 an hour rate. Kenneth E. Maxam, executive secretary of the Portsmouth Master Builders assoc in tion, and spokesman for Its seven general contractorst said a 10 cents an hour boost-or $1.60--has been offered to the union. ... Assuranres by the truck drivers' ''WE FEEL TIIA'l' any increase , Creditors of the New England Fibre company, Inc., are scheduled to union that it is wllllng to arbitrate beyond $1.60 an hour would be unmeet Thursday afternoon to decide whether the company continues in its dispute with New Hampshire wise," Maxam said. "The consumer operation. truck owners were received today of building services will have to absorb the increase and we believe A petition for reorganization of the company was entered In U. S. Dis- QY Portsmouth Chamber of Comthe traffic is bearing ~11 the burden trict court on Feb. 4 when It listed liabilities of $127,487 and assets of · merce i1res!dent, David C. Packard. it can now ." $212,191. Frank Trueman, business agent ' However, the union spokesman Atty. Willlam F. Harrington, for the Portsmouth local of the told Mr. Packard that truck owners union, was unavailable today for named by Judge Aloysius J. O'Conhad "refulled union offfers to arbtcomment. On Monday night, hownor as trustee for the fibre com-:. tr'1 te," b,·t the union wlll still ever, he said: pany, said today that he called the "earnestly attempt to avoid a "We don 't want publicity. Our remeeting to "openly" discuss the lations with management have alst.,·ike." po.,slbllltles of reorganization. ways been cordial." Basil D. French of Manchester, Queried as to whether the carpen"Creditors can decide then If they se~reta.ry and treasurer of Local ters would strike, Trueman i·eplled: want the company to cease operaA creditors' committee ls probing 6J3, Intt.rnatlonal Brotherhood of "We don't use the word strike." , tlons or to go ahead with reorganithe affairs of the New England Teamsters, Chauffeurs, Warehouse• • • Fibre company today to determine men anci Helpers of America, dezatlon," Harrington said. TRUEMAN SAID Monday night whether the plant will continue In clared In a. telegram that the union that no action was contemplated • • • operation or be shut down com- wanted tr. avert a strike. THE FIBRE COl'JCERN entered by the carpenters until Thursday. pletely, its reorganization petition e.fter the A meeting will be held then, he • • • The committee, headed by R. O. HE POINTED OUT that last Sunadded, to discuss management's New Hampshire National bank L. Greer, general manager o( the day's s~rlke vote, 455 to 20 was in-q proposals. placed attachments on machinery New Hampshire Gas and Electric dlcatlve of the feelings of member- \ , The union official refused to disand finished products. Co., was organized at a meeting of ship \n !oral chapters. cuss any of the Issues Involved in the fibre company's creditors yesThe . coplpany was connected in the dispute. Asked whehter or not Fren~h's telegram was In answer the management had offered a 10 terday. the affairs of the bank after William Meanwhile, the fibre concern Is to to a !,>lea from Mr. Packard. _who cents e.n hour increase, he said he C. Walton, Jr., resigned as presisaid a str:ke by the truck dnvers had no official word. continue operation on a limited would oaralyze Portsmouth's small dent and was arraigned on a federal Told the management had formalscale under the direction of Atty. charge of "misapplying" funds. Wally announced its offer, Trueman William F. Harrington, recently ap- business. pointed trustee by the United nountercd: . ton is listed by the secretary of "Thalls management viewpoint. States District court. state as a director of the fibre • • • company. Maxam, meanwhile, said the -car- \ HARRINGTON TOOK OVER suAmong the llab11ltles reporte_d to pentcrs working for seven local con- . pervision of the fibre company afthe federal court were $103,700 ip tractors, tailed to report on their ter It entered a petition for reornotes payable. jobs yesterday and had not put in ganlz~tlon before Judge Aloysius J. an appearance this morning. Connor ln Concord. Harrington was placed under $20,• • • The reorganization petition fol000 bond by Judge O'Connor and in"AS FAR AS we know," he added, lowed the New Hampshire Nationstructed· to Investigate the company "carpenters are working for the 1 and submit a report on Its status al bank's move to attach the maSanders Engineering company at . chinery and finished products of the and the deslrabl1lty of "continuing the Public Service company's meroompany after the alleged misoperations. . cury plant on the river, and also at handling of funds by Wllllam C. He must also file by March 1 a the navy yard. Walton, Jr., former bank presilist of creditors and· amount; due "We believe, however, tha.it rardent. penters employed by the Sanders and by March 25 must submit al The other committeemen are Ray plan of reorganization or reasons company come under a union jurisBurkitt, Samuel Levy, Thomas I diction outside the Portsmouth why .)'eorganizatlon ,1s not. possible; I c. H. Simes and O. J. Brown. local." Neither Maxam nor Truemaln indicated whetlher the disputing parties had arranged llll1Y negotla,Uon meetings for this week. W. Fibre Com~any 4 (g Creditors Begin Probe ·of Condition i _ ·~-------- · �Local Contractors Form Master .q, 1--~ 'Builders Group $150~000 Expans)~fl Program Scheduled by Portsmout"1- Store Plans for a new $150,000 de• partment store in Portsmouthexpected io be one of the largest and most modem In this section of New England-were announced today by Gordon Aston, lo• cal manager of the J. J, Newberry company. A spacious brick building will be constructed In the rear of the present structures at 15-31 Congress street and both the main and basement floor facilities will be renovated. Construction of the new twostory building and alterations to the present dep1ntment store are expected to be completed by next I>ec, 1, The plans arc part of a nation-wide construction program now underway by the Carpenters Shun 10-Cent Boost; Stay Olf Jobs fY'i1 Fibre Company Trustee to Report In Court Fri~ay ~ l r- -Th6 New Englami FiOre company's trustee is to go tlefore the U. s. district court in Concord Friday morning, prepared to review the firm 's activities since it petitioned for reorganization early In February. Atty. WIiliam F. Harrington, appointed trustee by Judge Aloysius J. Connor, sRld today that "primarily Friday's session is for a statement or my qualifications as ' truslee." But he will be ready to give the , court a summary of the company's I business since he assun1ed the I trusteeship on Feb. 3, Harrington added. Seven itciiernl contractors of Portsmouth todRy announced the ' formation of a masler huilders' associRtion for the promot10n of "safe, sound ar.d economical building practices." The association-currently formed by contractor!; operating union shops-includes the following companies: W . C. Philbrick. Landers and Griffin . E. L. Paterson and Son, W. E. Connell. C. W. Noel the Maxam company and Chari~ W. Carkin. Hopes for a quick end to the 'fourday-old work stoppage by Portsmouth carpenters appeared blasted today by union rcJcdlon or n. management ofTer of a 10 cents an hour wRgc Increase. Frank w. Trueman, business agent for Local 921, Uni ted Brotherhood or , carpenters and Joiners, AFL, said , J. J. Newberry company, Aston !ipproxlmRtely 60 members voted last night to decline nn hourly wage rate said, of $1.60 proposed by the Portsmouth The new brick building, which Master Builders association, a. rewill have floor space twice as cently formed organization or seven HE SAID THAT a meeting of the large es present facilities, will Portsmouth general contradors. creditors' committee was held yesreplace a two-story garage purterday afternoon and another Is chased by the department store THE CARPENTERS are asking a planned for SaturdRy morning after chain from the Newlck and 25 cents Rn hour increase from their , the court session. Howe ver, he deWood auto firm in 194.6. present $1.50 rate. clined to comment on the results The old building, now used Exceptions to the ruling, however, of yesterday's meeting. jointly by the J. J. Newberry according to Trueman, are satisfacThe fib re company entered Its reand the Newlck and Wood com• tory negotiations with conti·actors at organization petition after its conpany, will be demolished about the Public Service company's new nection with the scandal at the New plant In Newington, the J. J. New- Hampshire National bank, which April 1, berry company reconstruction in was brought on by the arrest and Aston said that a wall in Portsmouth and at subterranean arraignment of the bank's former the rear of the department st?rc garage Job at the Badger Cream- president, William C. Walton, Jr., on Ill be torn down and the hrst eries, Inc., Bow street. ~oor will be extended into the charges of mishandling bank funds. Trueman said the Sanders Enginproposed building. The store Walton was listed as a director eering company Rt the Public Sernow has only 850 lineal feet of vice plant had ofTercd $1.75 a.n hour, or the fibre company which reportfloor space but will have apwhich the union nccepted. Origin- ed $103,000 In notes payable among Its liabilities. proximately 2,100 feet when ally the union nsked $2 an hour. construction and alternations The company employs 16 persons The same $1.75 rate will prevail are completed. at the J. J. Newberry and Badger In the manufncture or acoustical The first floor of the new ti!~. creamery Jobs, Trueman added. building will be used for countKenneth E. Maxam, executive ers and other sales facilities secretary of the Master Builders aswhile storage space will be sociation and spokesman for the constructed on the second floor. contractors, said, "we will meet todny or tomorrow to act on the deA modem, 38-foot refreshment cision. counter will be erected after the "I don't know what the next step first floor ls extended. The store The Maine-New Hampshire Interwill be," he concluded. has no refreshment counter state bridge Is "paying of!." now. State Highway Commissioner Aston said the basement In Frederic E. Evere tt reported today the prt'sent building and the thRt bomls floated to finance constore's anntx, formerly occupied struction or the structure are being by the Jarvis restaurant, also retired at a ra te "fasler than exwl11 be remodeled. pected." The bridge netted a gross Income Sales counters will be constructed of $196,917 last year, the commisor blonde maple wood and will be sioner said, when 1,802,851 vehicles trimmed with Wl\lnut. Aston also The construction and alteration crossed It. announced that new electrical apA grand total of 9,500,176 vehicles pliances will be · Installed In addi- work will be done by the J. W. Bishop company of Worcester, Mass. have used the bridge since it we.a tion to a marble floor. Aston said the firm now Is trans- opened In November, 1940. • • A refunding plan was adopted THERE \Vll,L nE two 12-foot- ferring stock from the rear g1uage three years ago, Everett explained, to the second floor or the departwlde entrRnces and t he present nnd It was expected that $60,000 in store front will be replaced by an ment store. He said that It will be at least four weeks before demolition bonds could be retired by August or aluminum and glass front. last year. But the authority was acThe present windows on the store work starts. tually able to retire $205,000 In the The business orrlce will be transfront will be replaced by larger period ending Dec. 1 last year, he ferred from the rear or the departpanes which wUI allow passersby to said. '('IV< g ment store to the northeasterlY side look through the entire store from o! the brick structure and will be ithe out.,lde. There are wooden walls expahaed. · "· ·- ' ·• ' ·.:•.. · ~. on the reR.r or the windows at Aston said similar renovations are present. to be made at J. J. Newberry stores In Manchester and Haverhill, Mass. ... I Interstate Bridge Debt Falling Fast I I • I I WlLLIAJ\I c. l'lllLBHICK has been elected preslt.len ~ and Kenneth E. Maxam. executive secretary. MaxRm :;aid todny thnt membership ls oncn to general contractors of the Portsmouth-Dover area. In ils p,oclama Lion of formation the assocla tlon said: ' "In the belief that safe, sound, and economical building practices are an asset to any community ; and that these alms cal! be attained by mutuRl understanding and fair dealing within and oulslde the induslry, the undersigned hereby proclaim the formation of an association for the achievement and preservation of the above goals. The assoclaton Is to be hereafter known as the Portsmouth Master Builders association ." Four meetings will be held each upar 'Fibre .Company ·; .·1Creditors Ma.y Get : n'v-{-\ \ 5 Cents on Dollar \ Creditors will receive five cents on ' the dollar if a. proposed reorganiza1 tlon scheme for the New England 1 1 Fibre company Is allowed by the U. s. District court. The plan was disclosed today in Concord by Atty. William F. Harrington, Jr., trustee !or the company, at a hearing in connection with the retention of the trustee. Justice Aloysius J. Connor eon- · tinued the trusteeship when no one appeared to object. \ Other provlsions of the plan ore to pay all prefered creditors approx' imately $3,800 within 30 days. New capital o! $20,000 Is to be put Into the company to continue its operations. • • • THE MONEY would derive rrom outside sources and would be made available within a week. The plan has already met with unofficial approval of a. creditor committee, representing more than two-thirds or money owed, but must be approved by the court before formal acceptance. • The outstanding claims were disclosed as being approximately $127,000. Harrington, In a. report of the trusteeship, recommended acceptance or the plan on the grounds that a liquidation or forced sale, of · the assets would greatly depreciate , their value, and the reorganization plan would, at lea.st, salvage pa.rt of I thP r.1Plm~ �Metal Firm r Seeking\ rLocal Food Prices 1 n l; I ,'\ \ 1. ., b?-. 1,- '.; 'Appear' to Be Lower Portsmouth~>'~ Factory ~ Portsmouth's Chamber of Commerce today was hopefully searching It will be a hard job to convince · the average Portsmouth housewife, one-story modern building with 60,000 1 for a "fairy godmother" to provide . but food prices "appear" to be going down. , square feet of floor space for a large metal working concern interested in : , 1 ' The downward trend is not yet sharp enough to excite any great rush locating in Portsmouth. ' in local stores and markets but it is apparent, Miss Helen L. Kelly, Ohamber i , a J/ Carpenters w·,n . 337 Applications 1 Cent Ra1se For Employment \ 5 Fi'led in Febru~ ;y w k e urn O or Rt t I + All the figures used In this survey . • of commodity prices were taken ! " from one store's February advertise- _ i ments in The Portsmouth Herald In •~the _years lfl49, 1948, 1947, 1946, 1944 1 ■ • rv( D '(i \ • 1 f \ secretary, said she has , received a request for such a structure from the Fantus Fact.:,ry Loca,ting service of New York. • • • l'tllSS KELLY said the New York service has notified ·the local Cham; ,and, 1939, ber tha/t a national concern, not · ( Based on the "ads" of that one Seventy-three persons were placed Identified, would establish a. plan•t I I local store, _1948 was the year , of In Portsmouth area jobs by the state h ere In Portsmouth and provide · \ highest prices. The early days of A 10-day-old work stoppage by employment service during February · employment for "several hundred 1949 are bringing a gradual slide about 60 Portsmouth carpenters but 337 new applications for work workers" 1! facilities were availdownward. , came to an end today as the union were received In the same period, able. • • • craftsmen won a 15-cents an hour Andrew C. Gruves, manager of the But Miss Kelley said that Port-s• . I mouth presently cannot offer suoh ( .THE PRICES CITED by the store \ boost in wnges, 1 Portsmouth field office, said today. · show-as all housewives now knowThe w-94e settlement broug<ht the · Nine placements were made In large accommodations for the flrm · that th,e cl~b µpward began Im- carpenters' hourly rate from a. pre- · construction work, 25 In rnanu!actur- w,J1lch would employ light assembly, in~d~telY, , ~{ter _the abolishment of vlous $1.50 to $1.65. They 01iglnally 1 Ing,_13 In wholesale and re tail trade, tool and die, mllling machine, and yc'tintr-0ls 1nl9llf. ._. I .• ·. ___,__ demanded $1.75. · 16 m service Industries and 10 in turret la-the workers. · ;; Marketing experts call the current However, in a jolrut statement, domestic work, Graves reported. The proposed plant probably could fp!lce . skld an "adjustment" of the I Frank w. Trueman, business agent In addition to the 73 persons who provide employment for the large .highest post-Oi>A food costs. · for Local 921, United Brotherhood found jobs through the SES, 42 number of workers scheduled for . ,-bne of the most marked drops Is of Carpenters and Joiners, AFL, and others were referred to positions rele!lse from the Portsmouth naval \· in soaps and soap powders. · Large Kenneth E. Maxam, spokesman for under the supervision of field offices shipyard, Chamber officials indiI cated. ,: packages of soap flakes, listed a year the Portsmouth Master Builders' as- in other areas, principally in Massachusetts. ;, ago at 39 cents, are •down to 30 sociatlon, said: Miss Kelly said the Chamber has • • • c~nts. . . • • • surveyed possible locations in PortsTHE "ACTIVE" FILE In the I.,:,'- In 1948 two bars of face soap were "ALL PARTIES are perfectly mouth but that the largest building : listed at 21 cents. Today the same happy. ·Good will and harmony pre- Portsmouth office at the end of available - located at Freeman's February stlll contained 1,576 job brand can be bought at three bars vans." Point-can provide only 32,000 applications, Including those of 645 'for a quarter. That Is still five cents They reported that William H. square feet of flooring In one veterans and 389 women. ,higher than OPA prices in 1944 and Riley, New Hampshire labor combuilding and 8,000 square feet in an In contrast to the number of apnine cents more than the 1939 list- missioner, acted as conclllwtor duradjoining structure. plicants, there were 35 openings 1!ng. Ing a meeting yesterday of repre• • • avallalble, according to the SES files. SHE AnnEn that there a.re other Meat prlces do not as clearly re- ! sentatives of the union and the These Jobs are In manufacturing and , fiect ·the general decline. Today's · builders assoclatlcm. He b-rought service establishments and for the smaller buildings available but that they are more than one-story high. prices are slightly lower than a year about the settlement, officials said. most part require skills not availago or generally hold the same lev- : Trueman said all the carpelltters able In the Portsmouth area, acMiss Kelly said she has informed el. reported back to their jobs this cording to Graves. the New York firm that Por,t sBacon, for example, ls listed at 59 morning. mouth's Chamber of Commerce "is : cents, down seven cents from the The increased carpenters wage deeply interested, especially now 1947-l!stlng. Its 1944 · price was 39 may cause a corresponding boost In that the local naval base is concents, however, and In 1939 25 cents. cost to consumers a.lthough spokesll templating 0. drastic reduction in Hamburg ls also holding at 49 men for the seven general contracforce." cents a pound but cooked ham has tors who make up the Portsmouth i(h ' The Chamber secretary also notidropped from 63 cents to 59 and rib association, declined to estimate the fied the factory locating service that roast is 10 cents lower than the 1948 amount. she h as consulted a local contractor price of 65 cents a pound. Unofficial estimates · placed the ' Five trucking firms paid a total and has learned that the cost of • • '• cost this wa,- on an a'\'erage project: of $1,053 in fines and costs in Portsbuilding such a plant would be bemunicipal court today on HAMBURG, h owever, was 27 cent s tween $300,000 and $480,000 or from under the previous wage scale of mouth · 1944 , an d coo k ed h am, 37 cen t s. $1.50 an hour for carpenters, an charges of operating over-loaded $5 to $8 per square foot. in In this area. Butter ls down 20 cents from the approximate charge ,of $2 an hour trucks Similar charges against s Ix otl1er 1948 price of 89 cents a pound. It . for the carpenter's time was levied 1 drivers and truckers were no was either scarce or rationed In : on the consumer by the contracto;, f tl t t O t , 1947, 1946 and 1944 and so the store . • • • prossed at the requeS le s a e apparently did not bother to adverIN p RE v Io U 8 STATEMENTS when their representatives an~ tise It. In 1939 ' two pounds of while the work stoppage was in ef- swered th e complaints. The defend ants and their fines "creamery" Jiiutter could be had for foot, spokesmen for the contractors . and costs included Alan Haulage, j(' 53 cents. ', said any increase in carpenters' \ Inc., of Brighton, Mass., $404.70; JuEggs show ~uch the same price wages would be reflected In costs to liano Brothers of South Portland, City Manager Edward C. PeterPattern as butter. A dozen eggs cost I the consumers. a total of $284.40 on t wo cJrnr ges·, son bela,tedly announced yesite1;day 60 cents this week, 66 cents a year Today, h,iwevet, contractors said Louis B. Sutherland, Jr., of Hope -and without explanation of t'he , ago, 43 cents In 1946 and were listed they did not kn<Jw whether such a Valley, R. I., $l 54.70; Donald c. report's tardiness-that William C. I at two dozen for 53 cents in 1939. boost in cost to the conswner act- , Colby of Rochester, $104.70; and Walton, .Jr., has resigned as trustee Twenty-five pound bags of flour ually would take place. John M . Jackson of Epping, $104.70. of the trust funds anct Arthur P . have also dropped in price to $2.09. "We haven't had time to decide Drivers and truckers, whose cases They were $2.19 each a year ago I that yet," said a spokesman, "and, . ol prossed included J. LudGorman, of 73 Thaxter road ap. were n • _ , . pointed his successor March 3. t th e1r h a.nrt nnlv Sl.25 in 194i. own win Proulx of Eppmg, two cha1ges, \ Peterson said that Vialton f01m1 besides ccn racto•s ave That great Amet1'can breakfast , individual rating ·systems, so it is Arthur A. Greer of North Stonmg- \ er president of tile New Hai;ipshire : necessity-coffee-has also had a difficult to say just how the conton, R. I., two charges; George E. National bank gave an "oral" resigmercurial rise - in price from tile sumer will be e!fected." Kane of Bos t on,• Robert J · Hen- \ nation to him • "some time back." • . CPA- level of 1944 when two -pounds - ~ _..,,____ dricks of Portl~nd;, ~nd_ Percy WebGorman will serve Walton's unwere listed at 51 cents. Today a ster of Cundy s Haibm • Me. expired term until next January. _ single pound costs 47 cents and that - - - - - - -is nearly two cents more than In 1948 , when two pounds •could be bought for 89 cents. l I 1' F·1nes H·1t $1,053 • In Load Drive IWalton Resigns . _ Post as Trustee \;. i I 1 I • I • • • �Da1e Takes WHEB Reins Merchants Plan . l'Yv1- 'l.-'} Fibre Firm's Fate As Bert Georges Resigns Sales Promotion~ , Due Tomorrow Yule Fund Short I Former Gov. Charles M. Dale will assume active direction o! radio sta- ' tion WHEB March 31, following the resignation today of .Bert Georges as general manager. Dale will be assisted in operation of the local station by Keith S. Field, sales promotion director 'for the past 14 months. Georges' resignation puts into the former governor's hands the reins of "front office" control over both his Portsmouth radio outlet and his Concord station, WKXL. Dale took over active management of WKXL immediately a{ter he left the gubernatorial chair last January. The announcement of the personnel shifts at the local station came e.s a joint statement from Georges and Dale. • • • GEORGES SAID today that he t Portsmouth merchants la.st rught endorsed a suggested August sales promotion, possibly to coincide with the city's observance of the 100th anniversary of its incorporation. They turned down a proposal for a "promotion" within the next two weeks put took advantage o! the dinner meeting o! the retail board of the Chamber of Commerce held at the Hotel Rockingham to express themselves on promotion and advertising mediums. One merchant, Edward I. Shaines, said, "I think it's time The Portsmouth Herald and WHEB kicked back with a little help to the merchan ts in form of special advertising rates for promotional -y,,ork." plans to go to Washington to enter • • • the employment of an association KEITH FIELD, sales promotion of independent broadcasters interdirector for WHEB, observed that he ested in securing a "breakdown" of believed the Herald and WHEB radio channels, which would mean would be agreeable to "non-p_rofit" unlimited hours for stations such as advertising, i! the merchants agreed , WHEE. T he former general manager's to a "non-profit" promotion. At the same time, the· 55 busresignation ends eight years of service to WHEB. He came h ere in 1941 inessmen gave a resounding vote ' to reorganize the old Grnnite State BERT GEORGES of confidence to the policy of keepBroadcasting company for its owning stores open on Friday n ights er, R. G. LeTourneau. WHEB, Inc., was fo rmed with after 011.IIY one person voted against it. . ' Georges as vice president and general manager. He continued in that Moreover, no one voted to recapacity when Dale bought the com- i tlllill to Saturday rught openings pany in January, 1944. when the chainnan, Robert E. Georges married Miss Justine WhaJen, ,ai.sked for a second showFlint, an employe of The Portsmouth ing of h ands. Herald, in June, 1942. Whalen r eiported that the CmlstThe New England Fibre company, Dale's new assistant, Keith S. which Is undergoing reorganization, mas lighting fund is still $500 short Field, first entered the employ of will continue in operation through of the $4,000 n eeded to pay off WHEB in 1942, and later left to be- this week. the contract. come a station manager in Port• • • That announcement was made toland, Me. He returned as sale proRICHMAN S. MARGESON mgday by William F. Harrington, Jr., motion director in January, 1948. gested that merchaints whose streets court-appointed trustee for the fibre were not in the "lighted area" be plant. asked to contribute to make the Attorney Harrington said that balance of the fund. continuance of operation was auth"Aft.er a,li, everyone l;lenefi~d orized at a creditors committee from the lights. Those wllo were meeting Saturday morning when it out of the an-ea should not pay as was learned that incoming orders much as the others but they should were sufficient to keep the plant pay something," Margeson conworking. tended. The creditors committee also exA rising vote of thanks was exMore than 1,500 aipplications for tended one week the time limit set tended to James B. Smith, propriemployment are on file at the Portsfor the investing of new capital in etor of bhe Rockingham, for his mouth office of the New Hampshire the fibre company. efforts in gettl.!11g the Boston and stwte employment service while •Malne railroad to a,gree to, thtl con• • • there are onJy 37 openings for work . listed. MR. HARRINGTON explained r struction of a new station. that approximately $32,000 in new .I In a monthly r eport, Andrew c. capital is expected to be invested in ' Graves, manager, declared the 37 I the company. openings are principaJly in ma.nu- / 1 New England Fibre petitioned for facturmg and service establishr eorganization early in February afments and ave for skilled workers. '11!1e local office placed 94 persons / ter its financial structure was linked durmg March, Mr. Graves anto alleged "misapplication of funds" nounced. Twenty-five accepted conby William C. Walton, Jr., former struction jobs; 31, manufacturing; president of the New Hampshire 14, wholesale and retail trade· 11 National bank. service industries, and 13, dom'ooti~ Harrington was appointed trustee work. and two weeks ago he offered a reIn addition, 29 workers were reorganization plan that would pay off ferred for work in areas covered outstanding creditors at the rate of by other employment offices. / five cents on the dollar. Two h undl'ed sixby-six n ew a,pp.lications for work were received The a ttorney said tha.t he expected last month, Mr. Graves repor ted. new capital to be invested in the company. ICreditors ·Grant'\.\ Week's Extension To Fibre Company ap. l .. 1,500 Applications For Employment Are on File Here I I I The f,uture of the New England Fibre company goes to the U. S. District court tomorrow for decision. Atty. William F. Harrington, trustee for the financially bogged concern, sr,id today that Justice Aloysius J. Connor will be asked to decide on reorganization or to make any alternative ruilng he sees fit. Efforts are still being made to raise working capital to get the plant back intQ operation, .Harrington said, but to date the amount agreed upon by creditors and trustees as "~ound working capital" has not been forthcoming. APRIL 1 WAS tlle de&d1ine set by Judge Connor for filing of a plan of reorganization. A tentative plan, however, was submitted earlier to bhe creditors and approved, Harring.ton explained. Actual operation of the fibre products plant was suspended last Friday, nccording t-0 Harrington, although some orders have been ! shipped out this week. These were fllled from stock. In a report on Mar dh 25, Harrington said, he informed the judge that efforts are being ma<le to meet the April 1 time limit. New Eng:and Fibre entered a petition for 1eorganization in February when its financial structure was found to be involved ·i n New Hampshire National bank dealings wlh.ich led to the resignation of William C. Wa.lto1:1, Jr., as presi~ent. j Governor Sees Arbitration Ending Truck Dispute f') CONCORD, March 28 (AP)-Arbitration appeared today th e ."most hopeful" possibility of settling e. four-day-old strike of 1,-000 New Hampshire truck drivers, Governor Adams said . The governor said he was 11: the process of determining the attitude of the AFL truckers unlon in Manchester and truck operawrs in regard to working out an arbitration ·plan. He said the union has in<licated its intention of allowing "gasoline, foc._d and O her e.~ential 1tr,ms" to p11.Ss through picket lines. t • • • THERE HAS BEEN "little dis- order," Ac.ams reported. "There have been aggravations rather than hold-ups," he explained. And "in no case" of "perhaps a dozen" complaints received over the weekend had trucks carrying food failed to get through picket lines. Main stumbling block so far to arbibratlon appears to be ,the question of making adjustments retroactive, the governor indicated. I �b4 Truck Strike Stalls All Motor Transport; Food Delivered-~--_:!..~~1.-<;~---=---:--:-Here seyen Operators Sign With Union, 'k 6ran t Pay HI e Only "perishables" were moving on trucks in the Portsmouth area today as striking drivers brought motor transport to a virtual halt in New Hampshire. The drivers were out at the two major Portsmouth trucking terminals-Rand-Pickering Express, Inc., and St. Johnsbury Trucking Co., Inc. -except for one driver who was delivering food in the downtown area. Charles W. Rand, president of Rand-Pickering, said all the company's 11 drivers wm be on strike when that one completes his deliveries. • • • T HE SEVEN OPERATORS who ~~~~i:~n~~~!a;:!:~::/!~e:~ ARTHUR CAPONE, manager of St. Johnsbury's local depot, refused to comment on the situation. One of his employes reported, "he has nothing to say." In other trucking depots through the state, picket lines were formed early this morning when Local 633 of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Chauffeurs, Warehousemen and Helpers of America AFL put into effect the strike vote d Feb'. 13 by its members, E.Dwever, seven truck companie3 signed the new con-tr.act _providing for a 17-cents an hour wage boost shortly after the sl;rike began th.is morning. Originally the union demanded a pay hike of 31½ cents an hour e.nd the operators countered with a sixcents an hour offer. 1 • • • BASIL FRENCH of Manchester, business agent for Local 633, said food shipments, medicine, milk and perishables would be moved through the state. Meanwhile, Da,vid Packard, president of the local Chamber of commerce, said today that he had not yet been able to check the extent to which the strike will affect Portsmouth business. "The last time they went out on strike, they let some stuff come through. Just what they'll do now, 1 don't know. "But there's no doubt that a prolonged strike will seriously handicap business of all kinds 1n the Portsmouth area," Packard said. The drivers and the operators failed to reach an agreement after efforts by Labor Commissioner William H. Riley to mediate their differences. k de Truckers Ease oc a A S End~o·\ f Strike Nears ~:;~t~~it~~:tl;~t~ ~~~-~~g:nt ; contract expiration date of April 11, 1950. As the day wore on there was no immediate sign of a break. Atty. Kenneth Graf counsel for the owners, said that ' group h as sch edul ed a meeting for this afternoon but that he had no idea. whether a. concrete proposal for settlement might come out of the session. French said so far as he knew e.11 perishable goods were being moved as per agreement. He added that if dealers had perishables on hand and they were not being taken care of he would try to make arrangements to transport them upon being notified of the situation. He added that milk trucks passing through the state had not been disturbed. m,r- 15" Bl . usin more restrained tactics in Picketing truck drivers today w~re on ~he Lafayette road as a quick tl1 eir blockade of motor transportation . . .. , ttlement of the eight-day-old wage through the strike area and _were se ore than d' t to their termmals. in30 strikers maintaine • ordered to re urn M th third night in a But there were only few such picket Jines_ fo~ e . . ts . but stances. . row just w1thm the city lirnl • At one time during the mght, an there were no reports of Yl;0lence ll-truck convoy from Maine was and most of the truck traffic was allowed to pass through to Massaallowed to pass through Portsmou th chusetts without being stopped. without untoward incident._ as • • • on the whole, _picketm_g W THE CONVOY WAS esco1,ted _by peaceful and the strikers abided bY three New Hampshire state_ police a state police order that th ey :~- cruisers and was led by a umon ofmain off the Lafay~tte road wwit~ ficial. M . signaling down passing trucks Gov. Frederick G. Payne of a.me flashlights. had asked for the escort after re• • • ceivlng complaints that Mame A MAJORITY OF the trucks drivers were molested in Portsmouth headed for Maine were halted while Wednesday night. strikers checked union books and New Hampshire's Go··. Sherman cargoes of non-striking drivers from Adams reported, meanwhile, that out of sLate. . "real progress" was made at a D1ivers delinquent in their union conference In Manchester yesterday dues were not allowed to pass of union and manage~ent spok~s(Please tum to page three) men. Union representatives have I~ported that at least 19 of 54 opeiators have met wage demands. Truc'kers Picket~ ~ .____ _ As Adams Calls l Emergency Parley i Truck Strike- ttYi (Continued from page one) 2. Trucklng remained at a standstill in Portsmouth today as drivers continued picketing two major ter- ' The governor's office in Concord, minals here and Gov. Sherman S. which arranged an emergency meetAdams called an emergency meeting ing said only two of the 11 "are . ' of union spokesmen In an attempt substantial firms." to settle the statewide controversy. , STATE POLICE told Governor Drivers were reported picketing ! Adams that there had been only at the Rand-Pickering Express, Inc., · "one or two" cases of minor flare, ...,s and St. Johnsbury Trucking Co., and · added they were keeping &. Inc., but company spokesmen re- close · watch on the situation which ported no violence. developed when 1,000 workers walkCharles W. Rand, president of the ed out In various sectloi:is of the Rand-Pickering firm, said all opera- I state. . tions were at a stalemate as 11 ; The n-overnor said both sides had , drivers for his company remained I agreed ;tlhey wanted no violence. ' out. The companies which have come • • • to agreement are granting a 17ARTHUR CAPONE, manager of cents hourly increase, union headthe St. Johnsbury's local terminal, quarters reported. could not be reached for comment • • • but It was reported that St. JohnsA- CO FERE CE of union and bury drivers also had formed picket employer representatives and State lines. Labor Commissioner William H. RiPortsmouth police reported that ley was called today. A union offithey were summoned to the Rand- ci_al said they would discuss a policy Pickering terminal yesterday when 1of handling urgent supplies. they received a complaint that the Basil French, business agent of the striking drivers were trespassing on local, reported that food and other private property. Police said there necessities of life are being moved was no disturbance, however. through picket lines. In Manchester, meanwh!le, headThe union originally sought an quarters for Local 633 reported that increase of 31 % cents an hour. The 11 of 54 New Hampshire trucking employers offered six cents. current firms have "come to terms" with the scales range from 90 cents to $1.05 teamsters' union. an hour. ! I Relief Payments Drop in March , ments in ' the Direct relief pa\f Rockingham I Portsmouth area $202 less I March were county dur 1ng ended in Febru' than the $3,746 exp . ary. ts totaled $3 ,544. March paymen W issioner ITving · \ County w~~r;mdeclin1·ng to be overMarston, . id that the steady ly optimistic, ~ar subsidies since the decrease in relle r "might mean\ beginning of the ye~ " . i picking up. t employmen s t $4 \ untY spen •022 ' I n January the c~ ash aid to the , in food orders ~n dr~pped to $3,746 needy. The cos In February. ,I �Truck Strikers Half J uns ff.e re; • Smear Auto ,n Clash With Owner I) \ ·1 _ , Wrathful tempers ruled the highIt was estimated that several ways through Portsmouth last night hundred trucks were halted during as picketing tn1ck drivers Imposed , the night nt the spot where the pickets were stationed. Many of their own control over the move- ) these were forced to turn back to '-I ment of motor transport in this either Maine or Massachusetts. sttike-bound area. • • • THE TRUCKS WERE stopped by For the second night in a row, the pickets U1rew a virtual road block means of flashlight signals, whlch Hopes for settlement of the 12a.cross Lafayette highway just with- , most drivers were forced to heed because the pickets stood their day-old truck strike faded today as in the city .limits and dictated to Gov. Sherman Ada.ms reported a. breakdown In arbitration efforts "transgressing" drivers from out of ground in the middle of th e heavilystate their right or passage. traveled highway. and pickets continued to halt moThe few trucks that got by were I tor transportation along New Ham,PNearly 100 pickets were reported · overtnken by cruising pickets and · shire's maln traffic arteries. to have been on duty nt their strat- forced to the slclc or the road. ' Minor vlolence-81mllar to' that egic post durlnf!' one period of the Meanwhlle, efforts were being , reported on Lafayette road 1n Portsnight, but their numbers diminished made to nrrange a basis of arbltra- moutlh Inst week-today resulted in a.s Ute hours passed. tlon to end the week-old strike. : the court arraignment ot thTee • • • Even Gov. Sherman Adams was ex- ' Manchester drivers. AT ONE Til\IE, It was reported pected to step into the set t1ement Wayne L. Noyes, 28, charged with that nt least 35 trucks had been picture. throwing a. stone at a truck In Bedbrought to a standstill at the roadState Labor Conpnissioner Wll-. ford Sal,urday, was fined $5 and sld~ while the strikers debated Ham H. Riley planned to meet In ; costs while Roger D. Clement, 24, whether or not to order them back Manchester this afternoon with i and Wilfred A. Pariseau, 19, paid to the border states from whence union offlcinls !l,nd truck owners, ' costs after pleading nolo to picking they came. st0 nes. • • • Several incidents of near violence ' and Governor Adams' a.ttenclance up was seen as a strong possibility. STATE POLICE SAID three other bet.ween the deteimlned pickets and • • • strikers are slated for arraignment recalcitrimt drivers were reported. One driver is said to have brand- . THE STRIKING UNION-the In Nashua today for disorderly conAFL teamsters----clalmed today that ' duct over the weekend. ished a shotgun to back up his inseveral more trucking firms hac~ A conference Saturday between sistence that he be allowed to conacceded to union tenns, bringing· the carriers council of New Hamptinue his run. the total to l9. shire and the AFL truckers local He was quoted as ha vlng threatFlfty-four companies are affect- of Manchester failed to produce any ened to "shoot his way through" ed by the state-wide strike. About prospect of immediate settlement. when t,he pickets sought to delay 1,000 workers a.re involved. him. A definite abatement of the cargo Adains reported. It was the second tieup was claimed by Basil D. ' meeting during the week which A convoy trnvellng from Boston attended personally In a.n to Portland reportedly was stoned IFrench of Manchester, a. union Ada.ms effort to arrange arbitration. · when the drivers fa\led to heed the 1 spokesman, who ~aid, "We have enough opprators signed up now to Harry Parr, president of the Manstrikers' flashlight signals to halt. give nnyhody In t.he stnte anything chester local, sRld his union was • • • girding !or a. long slll'lke. A PORTl,AND driver had his 1 ltc wnn Ls.'' Trucks carrying foc,d, m11k a.nd State Labor Commissioner Wll' clothes . stripped from him when he refused to •·coopetnte," one witness 1 other ncccosltlcs were ur.molested llam H. Riley said "It looks like a nt the picket line on Lafayette long, hard fight ahead." claimed. highway Inst night. Governor Adams said "any violaArthur Capone, local manager of tion of the law will be prosecuted the st. Johnsbury Trucking Co., to the utmost." Inc., one of the firms affect~d by the strike, was the victim of minor violence. .Long~ Hard Fight Seen as Truck CJf4 Talks. Break Off 1 I I I I I I Winebaums Buy Apartment House From McIntire \'\\' The former Prescott property In High street has been bought by Harry and Arthur Wlnebaum from Haven, Inc., at a reported price of $22,500. Harry Wlnebaum announced the purchase of the property today. He so.Id the Haven corporation was represented by John R. McIntire, president and treasurer. ' He reported that he and his brother Arthur, a Boston architect, plan to invest another $20,000 In the property and when alterations are com- ' plete It wlll contain 15 modern apartments. • • • SIX OF THE apartments ar!! ready 1 for occupancy, Winebaum said, but the others wlll take a. "little time" to complete. In addition, the Wlnebaum brothers plan to landscape the property and generally improve its appearance. During Its ownership by Mcintlre's corporation, the property was the subject of a. prolonged battle with federal government agencies over priorities for materials used in remodeling. Register of Deeds John w. A. Green said today that McIntire Enterprises, Inc., bought the property March 30, 1946. The federal revenue stiimps on the deed represented a price of $13,~oo, according to Green. ,, I After he ·rnshly look control of I one of his company's hnlted trucks and "crashed" the picket line, the strikers doused the Inside of his personal automobile with molasses and let the air out of two tires. • The original driver or Lhe St. Johnsbury truck snld he Influenced the resentful pickets against overturning the 1948 model sedan. Cnpone returned to the scene after leavlng the "commandeered" truck ncross the state llne ln Salisbury. The pickets had departed by then. • • • CAPONE SAIi) today that "It WAS just small stuff" and complained that "police protection was lousy." "If the police are going to let the strikers get away with things like that," he said "I'll play tit for tat." He related that when the strlkers attempted to block hli way after he started to drive the truck off, he warned them, "I'm not stopping for aJlYbody," "Meters Join March \ ~()JV\. n new "wrinkle" for . the Portsmouth March of Dimes campaign wa~ a,~nounced today by Drive Chairman Ira. A. Brown. .._ A Retail Stores At)1 ·, To Close Friday For Three Hours Portsmouth's retail stores wlll close between 12 noon and 3 pm In observance of Good Friday. This was decided yesterday afternoon nt n meeting of the Chamber of Commerce retail board. The board also voted to make the Good Friday closing hours an annual practice and remain open three hours Holy Saturday night starting In 1950. Late closing Holy Saturday night would be beneficial to local clothing and food stores in preparation for Easter, it was pointed out, • • • All dimes placed In parking meters between Jan. 15 a.nil Jan. 31 are to be turned over to the March of Dimes fund, Mr. Brown Hid. He explained th~t the Ports- m O u th police commissioners TUE BOARD ANNOUNCED that all Portsmouth business establishments will close Fast Day, April 28. The retailers discussed the posslblll ty of Inviting local orgnnlzntions to join the Chamber and voted to offer the suggestion to the board of directors. The board also wlll 1 suggest that any lodge, club or other organization joining the Chamber be levied 25 cents for each member of Its group. Robert E. Whalen, board chairman, appointed Frederick E. Plllsbury to head all retail promotion programs and authorized hhn to appoint a special commit~ee. have a.greed to the plan and when the weekly collections a.re sorted, the dim.es will be pa.Id to George A. Trefethen, campaign treasurer. Mr. Brown urged that anyone using a. meter Insert a dime as a "sort of warm up for the machinery'' before putilng in th'.! regular meter coinage. I \ I �"I CONSIDER that it is my duty to Inform your committee regarding progress of our negotiations to reorganize the New England Fibre company. As you know, the court , has set April 15 as the date for filing any proposed plan, and April 18 as the date of Its hearing. "I regret that It is now necessary to report that there Is l!Ule prospect that we will be able to effect a 1·e01·ganlzaUon. There are several factors which have seriously handicapped our efforts to obtain the new working capital required for a sound . I) and equitable plan. By word of mouth and by information released to ,t he press, officials of the New Hampshire National bank have implicated the New England Fibre Portsmouth's hopes for Industrial company in its own affairs. "No other Portsmouth business development faced a setback today when It was revealed that the New firm has been publicly identified with England Fibre Co., Inc., manufac- the recent exposure of one of the turers of acoustical material here for bank's officials. In the minds of the past four years, has virtually a majority of Portsmouth people, reached the end of Its financial rnpe. e.nd others, the New "England Fibre The company's plight was de- company, and only the New Eng-1 scribed by !ts president, Earl E. Wat- land Fibre company, was responsible son, In a formal statemei1t to credi- for his acts. "There Is no foundation for this tors Monday. However, such opinion At that time he said there was Inference. "little prospect that we will be able has been reflected In the reports of to effect a reorganization" and re- various credit and financial reportferred to "several factors which have ing agencies which serve our customers and our markets. seriously handicapped our efforts." "As a result of such adverse pub• • • AMONG THESE was named the 1 licity we have been unable to obtain New Hampshire National bank, financial support from the sources I most important to the ultimate sucwhich recently attached the fibre cess of the company, such as our cQmpany's machinery and equippresent distributors and the people ment In J1:1 outgrowth of allegedly from whom we ordinarily purchase Improper transactions made by Wilmaterials. liam c. Walton, Jr., while he was "From the first, officials of the president of the bank. New Hampshire National bank have The Walton scandal Itself figured assumed an uncooperative attitude. indirectly in the statement when Without a prel!minary discussion Watson said that his company has or any attempt to assist in adjustbeen publlcly "Implicated" In that Ing the company's affairs, It sel"Ved phase cl! the bank's affairs. an attachment on the company in"There Is no foundation for this ventories and equipment, thus forcin!erence," he declared, although ing It to immediately peutlon tor "such opinion has been reflected in relief from the court. the reports of various credit and l "The bank's representative, at the financial reporting agencies which I first meeting of your committee, serve our customers and our mardefinitely expressed the bank's atkets." titude which was that the company He accused the bank of an "un- \ should be Immediately liquidated, cooperative attitude" and charged without regard to uny resultlng that It had taken th.~ position of loss to its creditors or stockholders, favoring liquidation of the comand wiLhout regard to the effect pany, "without regard to any reupon the economic life of the com- . sulting Joss to its creditors or stockmunlty which results from any loss holders, and without regard to the of employment. effect upon the economic life of the • • • community which results from any "I HAVE COME to the conclusion loss of employment." that our difficulties are insurmounI table. THE COMPANY has been under "The company'.s directors and trusteeship since entering a petition other public spirited people have for reorganization in federal court early in February. Relief was sought : made every possible effort to enlist from the court after the bank had support for the reorganization and taken attachment proceedings. the results were not adequa,te. At By direction of the court, the m!Y own expense and on bonowed company was ordered to submit any funds I have travelled as far as possible reorganization plans by FriBalth~ore, and Montreal to personday. The t,rustee, William F. Harally put our case before prnspectlve rington, Jr., told the ccurt March 25 Investors. that efforts toward reorganization "I am without furt,her resources were still being made. and consequently serve notice that The company suspended operaI can no longer continue this effort. tions about two weeks ago. Speakl11g for myself, and I am sure Meanwhile, members of the fibre that the other directors of the comcompany's creditors committee were pany have u1e same attitude. I will non-committal on 1,he Watson staite· cooperate with the trustee and your ment. The committee chairman, R. committee In any effort to minic. L. Greer, was out of town on mize the loss to the creditors which business. The other members, Samwill result from the liquidation. uel Levy, Ray E. Burkett, Thomas "We can do no more." H. Simes 1md·O. J. Brown, declined Fibre Company~t\;· At 'End of Rope,' Hits Bank Attitude A 14-count indictment against William C. Walton, Jr., was returned by a federal grand jury in Concord yesterday afternoon, charging him with mishandling nearly $60,000 , in funds of the New Hampshire National bank while he was serving as its president. The indictment was based on 14 individual transactions covering a period of 13 months. They involved seven alleged falsified notes ranging in amount from $2,000 to $16,000 for a total of $59,500. According to the indictment, $44,800 of the money was diverted to the New England Fibre Co., Inc., of which Walton was a director. The Of1:1Y other disposal shown was a $2,000 loan to Harry)!:, Pike and $3,500 for purchase of 100 shares of the bank's stock. II False entry of . a $15,000 loan to . 1 It was charged that Walton made Joseph Cohen on Sept. 18, 1948, and ; entrle.ci of !lctltlous loans on the conversion on a false note of $14,500 l bank's records and later obtained of that amount to the New England ' the money by means of notes against Fibre Co. on the same date. L the spurious loans. False entry of a $5,000 loan to The names of six Portsmouth men John L. Scott on Sept. 29, 1948. • • • and one business concern were falsified on loans they never made, the [ FALSE ENTRY of a $16,000 loan to the Taccetta Chevrolet and Oldsgovernment alleges. These included Harry Winebaum, mobile Co. on Oct. 8, 1948, and conHarry O. Batchelder, Frederick E. version on a false note of $15,300 Call, Maurice Dlnnerman, Joseph , of that amount to the New England Cohen, John L. Scott and the Tac- Fibre Co., on the same date. The Indictment did not account cetta Chevrolet and Oldsmobile Co. for $9,200 of the $50,500 total rep• • • · ILLEGAL TRANSACTIONS l!st- resented by the allegedly false loans. ed 1n the indictment were: The scandal involving Walton's alFalse entry of a $2,000 loan to leged deal!ngs at the New HampHarry Winebaum on Sept. 4, 1947, shire National bank came into the and conversion of that amount on a open last Jan. 25 when his 1·esignafalse note to Harry E. Pike on the tion as president was announced. same date. At that time the bank acknowltransactions False entry of a $10,000 loan to edged 1 r r eg u l a r Harry a. Batchelder on Feb. 6, 1948, amounting to approximately $60,000, and conversion of the full amount but no disclosure of the actual transon a :false note to the New England actions wasI made. Fibre Co. on the same date. Walton had been taken Into cusI False entry of an Increase in the tody by FBI agents the previous , Wine))aum loan from $2,000 to $6,- night and was arraigned before a ooo on Ap;i-11 12, 1948, and c;o1J.ve:rslon U. S. commissioner on the mornI of $3,500 of the amount on a false ing of Jan. 25 on the single charge note to purchase stock of the bank of "misapplying" $15,000 In bank on April 20, 1948. 1 funds. False entry ot a $5,000 loan to He was released at the time in Frederick E. Call on April 30, 1948, $15,000 bail. and conversion on the same date on· Walton now !aces arraignment in a. !alse note to the New England U. · S. District Court In Concord, Fibre Co. •. but the date has not been set. False entry of a. $2,000 loan to Maurice Dlnnerman on Aug. 26, 1 I 1948. ' ,I • -•- ~ - - comment. The statement follows In full: �'(:ity Manager Foe · Qn, 3{ Seeking Referendum Dover's city manager plan Is to be put to the test of public opinion on April 12 but the whereabouts of a similar proposal for Portsmouth Is somewhat of a mystery today. Rep. Sam Alessi, Ward 1 Democrat, admits he has Introduced a bill Into the Legislature calling for a referendum on the city manager government. However, Mr, Alessi declines to give any Information on his proposal, , lie told a reporter today, "I'm not going to give you any Information because when I rive you fellowa at Th• Port,mouth Huald an Inch, you take 16. Goodby.'! . . , . However, another ■ource, ciose to Mr. '· Alessi, disclosed ' that ·· · ' Alessl's proposal for a referendum Is only In the "title stage." "lie Introduced the bill by title IO as to get under the Jan. 25 deadline for new measures but I don't think he's done anything about writing It since," he said. It was further learned that Alessi plans to have the referendum Included on the ballot In the November election, rather than a separate referendum as Is propMed In Dover. · The Dover referendum proposal was Introduced Into the General Court by the chairman of Dover•~ delegation, Rep. Louis StockIan, who has consistently opposed the city• manager form of government. Stocklan's bill Is constructed so that a negative ballot means the voter wants the city manager government rescinded as of Jan. 4, 1950. However, Stocklan maintains that rescinding Dover's city manager charter will not mean the city is to revert to the form of government In effect there prior to the city manager type. He claims that Dover would go on the so-called Hartnett plan which was approved by the General Court but later superseded by city managership, The Hartnett plan, accordlnr to Stockla.n, streamlines cHy government but retains the two-party system. Litigation Ends In Hopley Suit Against HeralJ7-:' Gardner Sells ll Insurance Firm 1 To Forrest Eaton ·! An 89-year-old Port., mouth business concern ls to change ownership on May I. The sale of the Gardner Insurance to Forrest M. Eaton was announced today by Frederick D. Gardner and Eaton. 1 a.gency I The agency was established In 1860 and was acquired In 1906 by Gardner's fnther who operated 1t 1 lllllU his death In 1932. Since that time the business has been carried on by his son , • • • EATON SAW he plans to operate the concern under the nnme or the Gardner ngency with Philip P, Gray as manager. The 4G-year-old Eaton Is assistant general manager or the New Hampshire Gas and Electric company. He said today that he will remain In the employ of the utility cl'mpany. I A · native of Brookfield, N. H., j Eaton Is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and Is very active In local civic affairs. · I Eaton said the agency will continue to represent the same Insurance companies represented by Gardner. 1 After the transfer of the business , Is accomplished, Gardner Intends to move his family to southern CalJfomla where he will enter a new field o! business. The long litigation between Edward J. Hopley, former city clerk, and The Portsmouth Hera/d-Wll!ch went through two court.s, only to be ordered back for retrlal~has finally come to an enu. Both parties Involved in the $25,000 libel suit, which was started by Hopley in 1944, nave agreed to ter- , I mlnate the action out of court under terms of the legal legend: "Neither party; no costs; no further action for the 6ame cause." The disposition entails no financial settlement. The suit was based on statements contained In an editorial µubllshcd In the July 18, 1944, Issue of I'he Herald dealing with alleged checklist violations In the µrlmary elections or that year. A verdict in favor of The Herald was rendered in Rockingham suµerlor court but tliis was appealed to the state supreme court by Hop' ley and a new trial was ordered. The case had been pending on the court docket 6ince that 1 s~perior tune, 1 ---Harbor linprovements 1~~ Meeting Scheduled . Here l'Froposed navigation improvements In the Plscataqua river and Portsmouth harbor wll! be discussed next Friday at a meeting of local industrialists, fishermen and representatives or the u. s. army engineers corps. The meeting Is scheduled for 10 :30:" - - - - -am at the Rockingham hotel. Suggested navigation improvement,15 in Great Bay, Hampton river and Hampton harbor also wlll be considered. Alvin F. Redden, executive secretary of the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional Development association, who arranged the meeting ' today requested t,hat those attend~ ing be prepared to present "all fac.ts .and pertinent information in sup11 port of our efforts to bring about A $7,500 army engineer survey Qf neces.5ary improvements to waterPort.smouth harbor and the PiscaW!!,YS in this region." A1•1ong government officials ex-1 taqua river was approved today ~y the national House'of Represent • pectf'd to attend are representatives tlves• public works co~mlttee. : ·f • of the Rivers and Harbors division of the U. S. army engineers corps ' At the same time the commlt!ee and ;·he coast and geodetic surve/ 1 :;ave its approval to P, $2,0QO,,mryey division of the U. S. commerce deof Perkins Cove, Ogunquit. \ partment. The proposed survey of PortsThe meeting ls planned in comouth harbor is the 6Ubject of 'a opera tlon with an attempt by u. s. bill introduced Into the House by Rep. CliPster E. Merrow to have Rep. Chester E. Merrow who inextensive navigation improvements spected the harbor and river last fall. made along the coast of New Hampshire. Mr. Redden said. • • • • • • AFTER HIS INSPECTION trip, LOCAL INDUSTRIALISTS and Merrow was Informed by local busifishermen are expected to present· nessmen t:1at the need for harbor do t9 and arguments that business ' improvement ls extreme. in the Port.smouth area wlll warrant Spokesmen for the local indusa hArbor and river survey and the trialists urged the removal of Bollultimate removal or several navigaIng Rock so that a uniform depth tion obstacles. !or vessels will give them more The work would Include the respace In which to maneuver. mov,11 of Bolling Rock In the river They also suggested the eliminaand Gangway Rock In the harbor tion of Gangway Rock and dredging as well as the dredging of th~ · operations off Badger's island which sho:ils off the southwest point of would give ships an easier turn on Badger's island and Hampton hartheir course to the Memorial bridge. bor. It has been proposed by businessmen, fishermen and boating enThe congressman told the busi. thusiast.~ that the government erect nessmen that he would gather all the information necessary to justify "adequate" buoys ln the Piscata,qua federal funds being spent on a river and Great Bay. · t A Congressional public works I survey. committee already has been given a While .Portsmouth citizens were ,record o! statements by about 35 , working for the development of the •Port.5mouth industrialists who are , harbor, Ogunquit residents asked ' supporting a plan to Improve Portsfor dredging of Perkins cove. mouth area waterways. Roby P, Littlefield, corporation The statements foreca.st a bri 6ht moderator, estimated that $32,000 industrial future not only for Portswould be needed for dredging opermouth but the entire state If the al.lons and that it was hoped that navigation lmprovemept program 1s the federal government would procarried out by the go,}ernment. vide for a maintenance fund. omc1Al11 or shipping flnns whir.h utilize the Plscktaqua river have pointed out that the removal o! Bolling Rock would provide a uniform depth in that area. They have explained that vessels docking on the southeasterly side of the river now have only 650 feet of maneuverable channel, whereas many vessels are 550 feet In length. Removal of the rock would give a 900-foot Width. House Committee Approves Survey Of Piscataqua 1 I I I • • • ELIMINATION of Gangway Rock Fishermen also maintain that a and dredging of the Badger's Is- ' buoy at the Badger's Island shoals land shoals would permit vessels would be more dangerous than to make an ea.sy turn and set a safe helpful because it often Is Under course for the Memorial drawbridge, water and could foul propellers. it haa been pointed out. Hampton area fishermen ahd businessmen argue that dredging of that · harbor would permit 'an increase In the• 11.shlng industry and expansion of summer sports activities there. I' �(New $75,000 Station To Be Erected Her,~/, By Boston and Maine - Jo -'T' _ - - - - L - - ..... . - • Railroad Plans . Jo Begin Work Fl [In 'Few Weeks' A ~ new, modem railroad gtatlon ifor Portsmouth was assured today. • The announcement was made by a Boston' and Maine railroad official who said that actual construction would get under way within the "next few weeks." \ Cost o! the project was not disclosed but it was understood that I lt would represent an expenditure 1 . •of approximately $76,000. Plans for the new station were announced by Robert M. Edgar, assistant to the president o! the Bosjton and Maine, at a meeting this 1 ' lmorning o! several businessmen who have been active in the local campaign !or Improved rallroad passenger faclJ!tles. ffiB MR. EDGAR EXPLAINED that salvaged materials wlll be used in 1the construction but that the sta1tlon itself wlll be of entirely new design. Total expense of the renovation wlll be borne by the railroad. It 1s expected that construction will be completed "In the tall." The station building will occupy an area 02 feet .square and will be o! modlf1ed colonial design. The main entrance will be on the Deer street side, faced by a large ornamental doorway which offers access through two larg11 entrance doors. The entrance wlll be protected from the weather by a dormer roof supported by four circular columns, providing an eight-foot protected area. • • • · TWO OTHER ENTRANCES are provided, one on the north side and th_e ota1e;r on the tra~k side. · The - •intcrlor will ~ consist - of a waiting' room 46 feet in leng'th, with • an open ticket counter to serve both bus and rallroa<i passengers. I A completely new lunchroom and ' newsstand also will be built. The modernization plans call for the removal of the old vacant tenement building on the Deer stree, side of the station area as well as the brick structure now located on the , northerly side. These changes, it was explained, will allow for expanded parking , fa.cllltles tor railroad patrons and 1 I ~:oa. pr~v~~e - ~ l~rge bus parking EHB I I ~ ~ T ~ oa cc D0 00 00 CQ co . BIB ffiB I I ~ ~ ,,' NEW STATION-The main entrance of Portsmouth's new railroad station Is shown In this blueprint sketch made by engineers of the Boston and l\lalne railroad. Ra zing of present buildings Is scheduled to get underway in the next few weeks. The new station will be of modified colonial design and will cost approximately $75,000. The building may be finished in the fall. •(i\i, \'\ • • • I , Railroad Granted Building Permit Of''v i Four separate loading stations for buses will be built on the south side : o! -the new station building. • • • THE CANOPY overhanging the track side o! the present station is ellmlnated in the new plans. A bituminous concrete platform wlll run the length of the entire property in the modernized layout. The railroad's announcement o! Its contruction plans consummates a long-waged !ight for replacement of the Boston and Maine's 85-yearold "eyesore" here. The latest effort in the campaign was undertaken by a Chamber o! Commerce committee Jn conjunction with city officials and other civic and business leaders. Those present when Mr. Edgar announced the railroad's longawaited step this morning were James B. Smith, chairman of the Chamber o! Commerce committee; E. Curtis Matthews and George A. Trefethen, local bankers, and Norman Chick, local general agent for the rallroad. The Boston and Main railroad has been Issued a permit, by Building InspecLor J ames W•hiLman to construct a new $80,000 railroad station here. The railroad plans to remove an old vacant tenement building on Deer street, the brick station and a brick boil er house. Salvaged materials will be used in IJ1e construction and tJ1e new station will be entirely modern. It Is to occupy an area 62 feet square and will be of modified colonial design. The main entrance will be on the Deer street side, fa ced by a \ large ornamental doorway which will of!er access through two large entrance doors. �DeRochemont Advises 'Extras' I Procedure Those who want to "get in the act" with Louis deRochemont's "Lost Boundaries"-now definitely scheduled to go into production Feb. 28-were given further instructions by the Newington producer today on how to go about it. Again emphasizing his preference for persons with previoll8 dramatic tra1n1ng or experience, deRoche~ont said appl!cants should outline th eir physical characteristics and dramatic backgrounds by letter and enclose a recent photograph The letters should be addressed ·to Robert Cushman of the production company's casting staff at the Rockingham hotel. I • • • DeROCHEMONT said he already r MAP MOVIE PLANS-Producer Louis deRochemont or ewington discu ses last minute details with his staff before starting production of the movie "Lost Boundaries" in Portsmouth. First row, left to right are Director Alfred Werker, deRochemont, and Borden Mace, administrative assistant to deRochemont. Standing in the rear are Art Director Herbert Andrews and Unit Manager Percy Ikerd. (Portsmouth Herald photo) 'Lost Boundaries' Extras ,g . Sought in Local Area w Hollywood will move to Portsmouth later this month when Movie Producer Louis deRochemont of Newington starts production of the documentiuy film, "Lost Boundaries." DeRochemont and his Ueutenants today were cleaning up last-minute details before beginning actual "location" work here by Feb. 23. The storyconcerning a Keene family which "passed" as white but actually had Negro blood-will be filmed in Portsmouth, Kittery, Rye, Durham and Kennebunk . The local "shooting" will enable approximately 200 Portsmouth area residents to "crash" the movies as extras. DeRochemont announced that local talent, especia1ly those with dramatic training or experience, will be screened by his assistants. DeRocnemont said that Robert Cushman. casting director, wlll establish headquarters In the Rockingham hotel before production starts this month. The producer added that casting and camera work will take about eight weeks. He indicated that the picture- may be ready for release here in Portsmouth before July 1. Working with deRot:hemont are three prominent Hollywood and Nf'w York movie men. Production will be under the direction of Albert Werker, noted for his outstanding work on the newlyreleased movie, "He Walked By :Night." Only yesterday Werker - now residing at the Rockir,gham hotel received high praise in a New York Times screen review for his "brisk direction" of "He Walks by Night." This movie, like "Lost Boundaries," also was filmed on actual "location." Principal part of "He Walks by Night," was filmed with the giant pipes of the Los Angeles County tiood control system as a "set." • • • \ THIS IS ONLY one of Werker's many successful productions. A noted Hollywood director since World War I, Werker also was In charge of "Up the River" and Walt Disney's "Reluctant Dragon." DeRochemont's art director ls Herbert Andrews, pioneer with the Newington producer in the Initial presentation of the famous "March of. Time" series. Affiliated with New York's Roxy theater, Andrews handled art !or the stage plays. "Porgy and Bess," and "Hot Mikado." Andrews also has been identified with the popular New York presen- h~s received a heavy volume of appllcat_lons but most or them do not contam sutficlent information about the individuals. Persons of all types, both young and old, Will be USed in the several hundred "extra" parts called !or in the picture he said. ' Meanwhfle, preparations for the act~aJ "shooting" date Feb. 28 are :apidJy nearing completion, accordm~ to deRochemont. The top mem1 bers of his production stafr are c scheduled to return to Portsmouth ;,he fi:st ,?f next week to make final location decisions. "Lost Boundaries", a story made famous by the noted wrlter w L White, ls based on the life ~nd ·ex: perlences of a weJl-known Keene Ne~ro ~octor who "passed" as white until circumstances forced dfsclosure _o! his race. DeRochemont's film ver~1on of the story will be produced ent1reJy within the PortsmouthDurham-Kennebun}c area. I - - - - - --, tatlon, " My Heart's in the Rig lands." In ch11rges of "details" !or "Lost Boundar!es" will be Percy Ikerd, deRochemoPt's unit manager. His po~ltion 1~ similar to that of a stage manager for a play. At least two well-known movies which Ikerd sup&rvised were "Joan of Arc" and / "Taproot.•." He and Andrews also are sta:i;inl1' at the Rockingham hotel. II DeRochf'mont, his administrative assista::!t Borden Mace, and the three 'lloyle men spent the past several days studying possible scenes along t1iP coast as well as In several historical houses in Portsmouth. IC I .. DEROCHE 10 T SAID that he 005 t GUQrd In 18 OU ndQ fl•es I Even the coast guard i getting into the act. Production of Louis deRochemont's movie, "Lost Boundaries," centered at The ubble, York Beach, ye te day here se~shore scenes were filmed. A coast guard amphibious duck from the Hampton Beach station was u ed dnring tb,e filming. will announce later when casting wm start He hinted that members -THE COMMUNITY In the movie, of such dramatic groups as the Rye written by Eugene Ling of New York, Plr.yers 1'..!ld Exeter Players would will be known a "Keenham." The be givf'O preference. DeRochemont name was adopted from Keene added that extras must provide where the principal characters now their own wardrobe, featuring styles reside. 'Many scenes will be phoof the early "twenties." tographed along Portsmouth's waThe Newington producer e.lso re- terfront anp within local buildings. Ipo,·ted that ht! and his assistants Cost of the film, according to dewill neP-c! "-ew Hampshire registra- Rochemont, will be about $600,000. tion plat,ps of the 1920's for many If produced in Hollywood the cost of the group scenes in his picture. would be "at least $1,300,000." The Principal cast members, number- "on location" filming procedures ing about 40, have been selected will keep expenses to a minimum, from the New York stage, according deRochemont explai ed. to deRocbemont. He added that onEquipment will be shipped to ly one member of the cast will come Portsmouth within a few weeks deI Rochemont said. ' from Hollywood. I �'Lost Boundaries' Cameras Roll Amid First-Day Case of Jitters Production of Louis deRochemont's long-awaited motion picture, "Lost Boundaries", got under way on schedule here this morning-in a jumble of first-day jitters. The cameras started rolllng shortIy after 10 o'clock, focused on a bedroom scene which took place in the apartment house of Mr. and Mrs. Han-y F. Caswell at 241 Middle street. This was only one of the many locations, however, which will serve as the "workshop" of some 40 -odd actors, directors and technicians who will range the greater Portsmouth area for the next six \\eeks 1n filming the picture. What one member of the company termed as "the u~ual firstday confusion" was plainly evidenced by the hub-bub contained in the Caswell ai)artment building. The strong-willed Miss Pearson •offered no relief to this situation, however, when :;he showed up late for her performance and indulged In__ a flare of_ temperament over the _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __;__ _ _ __ • • • A SCANT DOZ~N or so "celebrity-seekers" were on hand as the first "shooting" got under way. But even they didn't find the usual "name" celebrities that have glorified the movie industry. To portray the race tolerance message of this semi-documentary film, Producer deRochemont reached out to Broadway instead of the more glittering Hollywood to pick his act- Father Dunn to Play \ '11n 'Lost Boundaries' ~ • • • INTERESTED IN amateur dram- conflicting id.e as of her make-u1> attendant5. Ferrer, on the other hand, was calm, agreeable-and on time. Ferrer and the rest of the company a rrived in Portsmouth by special railroad car shortly after , 10 am yesterday. They were greeted . at the station by Mr. and Mrs. deRochemont. • • • M:ISS PEARSON, originally sch ed- MEL FERRER ors. The leading male role ls played by a stage player who has reached the top dramatic ranks but who never before has had his performances recorded by the cameras. Sharing top billing with him i~ a light-haired beauty whose prominence to date is hinged on one movie role. I • • • THE STARS are 31-year-old Mel Ferrer, tall, angular hero of ma~y a Broadway success, and Beatnce Pearson, who appeared with . John Garfield in the recent picture, "Force of Evil." With the other members of the deRochemont company, they were scheduled to continue their work In the Caswell apartment today, but will go to Newington tomorrow for outdoor scenes, weather permitting., uled to al'l'ive in Portsmouth by plane, traveled h ere by tra in instead and pu t in an appearance last night. T he group ls registered at the Rockingham hotel where deRoch.:!mont has established headquarters. Tomorrow's shooting will be done : in a railroad car on a spur track of the abandoned Dover- Portsmouth branch at Newington, only a short distance from the home of deRochemont. Officials of the movie company explained that it had been planned originally to film the railroad scenes at the local Boston and Maine station but plans were abandoned due to the noise and confusion a t the railroad s:ati~n.. ' FILMING will WE D ESDAY s center on the Sinclair Inn on Middie street and later in the week the company ls expected to move to Kittery Point where scenes will be t ken in the historic Sparhawk :anslon. Otlher scenes will be in Durham d at the 125-year-old Kenne:nkport congrega,tional church. . __,., , _ _---':,__-- -l! Clerical Realism A new touch of realism has been added to Producer Louis deRochemont's movie, "Lost Boundaries," now being filmed at the historic Sparhawk mansion in Kittery Point. DeRochemont announced today that the Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector of St. John's Eplscopal church, is portraying a mJnlster in the movie. The producer also announced that church scenes in the movie wlll be filmed later at St. John's church with members of the congregation appearing as "extras. , 1b atics for many years, Father Dunn w!ll portray "The Reverend Taylor," one of the principal roles in the movie. Father Dunn filled the leading role In the play, "The Bishop Misbehaves," presented by the Claremont Trinity Episcopal church several years ago. He was active In amateur dramatics as a young man and was a member of a Claremont dramatic group before coming to Portsmouth In 1942. Father Dunn's transfer to Portsmouth seven years ago came as a reward for nearly 14 years of active service In the New Hampshire diocese, and after a 20-year career as a theologian. Boin in Freeport, Ill., In 1896, the son of a Presbyterian minister, he spent most of his youth in Philadelphia, was graduated from Princeton university in 1919 with a doctor of literature degree and from the Union Theological semina.ry, New York City, in 1922. . • • • HIS FIRST pastorate was in 1922 when he became pastor of the Lancaster Congregational church. He held that post until 1926. While in Lancaster he met Miss Sally Hening, whom he married In 1926. Mrs. Dunn now is an official of the Portsmouth YWCA. He also served as ~tor of the Maplewood, N. J., Congregational church before 1927 wlhen he was received into the Episcopal church. He was ordained an Episcopal priest in 1928 and was rector of st. John's Baptist church, Sanbornville, for nine years. Father Dunn went to Claremont in 1936 and organized several youth groups during his s,t,ay there. He has been acth'e in diocesan affairs, servmg as chairman of the board of chaplains of the diocese, as a member of the st.anding committee, and· as a member of tlbe executive council and tJhe cornnusslon on the Mountain Mission by Mail. . While in Claremont Father Dunn served as president of the Community Players; secretary of the Claremont Cooperative Players; and a member of the Claremont Dramatic club. Father and Mrs. Dunn have three children, John T., and Frederick D ., and Nancy C. Unit Manager Percy Ik.era sa,u lit had been planned to do· most of bhe filming 11/t Kennebunkport but due to a lack o! !housing fa.clliti~ plans were revised. Meanwhile, Kittery Selectman William E. Dennett repoxited that an a ttempt will be made to allow local residents to wiitness work of the movie company in Ki:ttery Point. • • • HE SAID that tentative plans call for establishment of an admission charge wh en the deRochemont group starts work at the Sparkh awk mansion. Dennett said the proceeds would be distributed to . bl . r . the chan ta e orgamza ions m \ P ortsmouth area .. DeRochemont himself already b as proposed a plan whereby the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center will be given the_ regular ~a! for "extras:" Local residents desiring to partlc1pate in "Lost Boundaries" have DeRochemont has announced that been advised to reglster at the cen- Portsmouth area residents with drater which is serving as a clearing matics experience wlll be interviewed house. for speaking roles, - ---- �Movie-Makers Wrap Up 'Lost Boundaries' Work· Two Theaters to Show 5 World Premiere June 22 'Lost Boundaries' yyV( 2 . I "Wrap it up!" I... \ "Is It In the can?" asked Bill Mlller, the veteran head cameraman. "That's it," answered Louis deRochemont, who has "doubled In brass" as director and producer of "Lost Boundaries" !or the past 10 days. DeRochemont's signal yesterday afternoon to "close out" on the Kennebui;ikport church s tee p I e wound up two months work In making a documentary fllm which hM seen 1,000 Portsmouth area people playing parts. The 200,000 feet of !llm "shot" during the two months ls now In New York City being edited, cut and prepared !or showing In movie houses throughout the country. • • • the theater going public will see even one-twentieth of that 200,000 feet when It finally reaches the screen. 'l'hc editing and cutting will reduce the film to 9,000 feet or approximately a 90-mlnute run. Filming the story o! the Keene Negro doctor who "passed'' as white cost approximately $642,000. This WR!! 7"r> or $42,000 over the specified bucl'get--a low average, according to dcRochemont standards. "But," DcRochemont &dded, "the picture L, done and now we have to NOT THAT wait for the final test-public opin- ; Ion." · At his home last night, the veteran producer relaed for the first time , in two strenuous months. Now he · could laugh over the incidents that once threatened Rs minor disasters. For example, the lllness o! Director Alfred Werker 10 days ago which forced DeRochemont to "take over" and direct as well as produce the picture. • • • "YOU KNOW, that's a job in Itself," he said. "As director you go out and make the picture then as producer you hnve to' criticize It, and there are darned few people who can judge their own work." However, "Boundaries" is finaIJy over as far as deRochemont is con- I cerned. His thoughts are turning to the making of a semi-documentary film based on the Smutty Nose murders 76 years ago at the Isles of Shoals. "We'll probably get going on that before the summer ls over," he said. "It takes a lot longer to get a picture into production than people realize." "We announced 'Lost Boundaries' in the fall of 1947 and here we are , completing It in April, 1949." "Weli. It's done and I'm deeply ! grateful to the people of the Ports- i mouth area for the cooperation they gave us," he concluded with visible relle!. Portsmouth will take on the glamor of Hollywood June 22. That's the date set for the world premiere of "Lost Boundaries." Philip F , Gray, president of the Exchange club which will sponsor the first showings of the f!lm here, announced today the two shows will be iiiven at both the Colonial and O1,y mpia theaters the night of Wednesday, June 22, Stars of the movie story of a Negro doctor who "passed" !or white wllJ be present for the premiere. Proceeds from the premiere will go to the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center. Gray advised area residents td'la t mail reservatlwa ahould be made early and that ticket requests should be addressed to the Exchange club. George A. Patten Is general chairman for the premiere. The ticket commlttPe Includes Valentine C. Lear, chairman of printiing and posters; Ronald Simpson, chairman, and Robert Caswell, distribution; Arthur F. Brown, chairman, Leland I. Brown. Herbert Fuller and Melvin Demarais, ticket sale. Robert Whalen, chairman, Henry C. Andersen, Ralph Hulslander, Gray and Benten S. Hoyt, publicity; Melvin Goodman. chairman, Robert Goodman and Joseph R. Bradt, entertainment; Raymond F. Blake and Lester R. Faulkingham, theater•. · 'lost Boundaries' Sneak Preview :s i 1g Slated Tomorrow I A "sneak prevlew"-the Holly- WOod method of testing audience re- ;·..-,. I 'Lost Boundaries' Premiere Set Here; Therapy Center to Benefit I The world premlne of "Loot Boundaaics," the bold moving picture story o! a Negro doctor who "passed" for white, will be held In Portsmouth next month with all the proceed8 going to the Port.smouth rehabilttatlon center. The showings will be sponsored by the Exchange club. At the ~11ggestlon of Producer Louis deRor.hemont, F'ilm Classics, Inc., distributors ot the movie, have agreed to the world premiere here and are donating the use of the films. two evening showings at each "Lost Boundaries" was filmed altheater, beglnnJng probably at 7 and most entirely In Portsmouth, Dur9 pm." ham, Kittery and Kennebunkport George A. Patten, general "chair- during a gruelling eight weeks of man of the committee said the production. movie's top performers will attend The hundreds of "extras" used In the premiere. They are Mel Ferrer, the filming are Portsmouth area who plays the role of the Negro residents. Historic Portsmouth area even doctor, and Beatrice Pearson, who homes and buildings-and plays his wife. Nubble light-were the "sets" for the documentary-type movie for which • • • AJ, 0 EXPECTED to attend Is deRochemont has become famous . • • • Dr. Albert G. Johnson, the Keene GRAY SAID tickets will be availdoctor on whom the W. L, White able In outlying towns. Arrange• • • story is based. ments for their sale still are being PHILIP F. GRAY, president of Gray .<;afd he hopes that other made, he said. Exchange club mem,the Exchange club, ·said the movie Hollywood stars will attend. Officials bers hope to fill both theaters both will be shown "on ~ome Wednesday who made "Lost Boundaries,'' he nights. in June at both the Colonial and said, are inviting several of Holly"It's all for a good cause,'' Gray _o_l_ym_p_I_a_t_h_e_a_te_r_s_._T_h_e_re__ w_11_1_b_e_w_o_od_'_s_1_e_a_d_in_g_a_c_to_r_s_a_n_d_a_c_tr_e_ss_e_s_._c_o_n_c_lu_d_e_d_._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ j action-will be held for Louis deRochemont's Portsmouth production on "Lost Boundaries" tomorrow evening In an undlsclosect tJJeat!'r. DeRochemont a1mounced today that he would extend Invitations to the private showing to approximately 15 persons residing here a.nd in other communities of the area. Their names wlll be selected at random from the local teiephone directory. • • • PURPOSE OF the preview, de Roohemont eX!plalned, is to get com- ments and criticism from tho.se living In the locale In which the-picture was !ilrnect. This will be done by means of cards to be pas.sect out a,mong the preview audience, on which those attending will be asked to write their opinions of the fllm. , DeRoohcmont said there would be no public announcement of the time and place of the ;,review, pointing out that the general public wlll have an CYPPvrtunlty to see the film at the world premiere showings schedulect !or Wednesday at the Colonial and Olympia theaters here. 1. \ �Acresv-.~,-'$100 Plan' Endorsed by 320 $100 'Pool' Scheme ' J•l'j l Proposed' at Acres Acres Residents ~sked to Cooperate , ·In PHA Audit v--r,,) / I n The 800 families or Wentworth Acres were "guaranteed" contlnuc!l tenancy and possible future ownership of the housing project under a 11Jan 11roposed to them last 11ight. The plan was outlined by John . Loughlin, local business man and former Federal Works agency otflclal, who explained that the $100 from each family would be "pooled" Into an $80,000 down-payment on a purchase mortgage which eventually would be paid off in rentals. However, Loughlin acknowledged later that the proposal would require government approval and woulrl be contingent on the willingness of an investment company to participate. Once -a "package price" on the project has been obtained, Loughlin suggested that the tenants either Incorporate or designate a trustee to handle their Interests as the first step toward putting the plan Into effect. The "trustee" or other representative, he explained, would then approach an Investment 1 The cooperation of residents in the Wentworth Acres and Admiralty VU!age during an audit of housing records was asked, today by ' George A. Lavallee, manager. · Audit of tenant records Is to be conducted by the Public Housing , authority and Is Important to the 1 residents, according to Mr. Lavallee, . because "it e.ssures them that their accounts are in order." Letters are to be sent to the res!- 1 dents by the auditor. The letter will · state the tenant's account with the ,• housing project. In case of differences between the tenant's record and the auditor, proper adjustments are to be made, La- I •~ ~lle~sald. _ __ __ · j Acres·Chief, Vets 11 Difier on PlariS For Sale of Units 1 ' Tent~tlve plans for the sale o! Wentworth Acres housing units will be announced at a special meeting · of the housing project's residents at · 8 pm Wednesday at the community bul!dlng, Richard A. _ Pinkham, spokesman for the Central Veterans councll, said today. Pinkham said In a written statement that a "definite selling price" has been established by government · authorities and detalls of the plan _ will be announced at the meeting. However, George , H. Lava)lee, Wentworth Acres manager, denied knowledge of a purchase price. "As far as I know the possible 1 sale still ls in the hands of the Federal Housing administration's disposition office in New York," Lavallee said. • • • PINKHAM ALSO ANNOUNCED 1 I ·that "government representatives" will be present to explain the purchasing plan "whereby all present tenants will be given ·priority." · But Lavallee also denied this "to the best of my knowledge." Lavallee said that as far as he knew no federal o!flclals would attend the meeting. "The central Veterans council asked me for permtsslon to use the building that· night. That's all , I know about their meeting," said Lavallee. Pinkham also reported that results o! the FHA's recent survey of the housing units will be submitted to the veterans and civilians resid- , Ing at Wentworth Acres. , · Lavallee also denied knowledge of this. _____ --'-'-· company ~Ith th~ ·proposition to take a mortgage for any amount above the tenants' $80,000. The tenants, he said, would continue to pay rentals as at present, but any surplus would be applied to the mortgage pl'incipal. He estimated that mortgage might be paid oft' in 15 to 20 years, this giving each of the Investing tenants a 11800th interest in the entire project. He Insisted that the plan would "guarantee" homes for the Acres residents and "probably" would result In lower rentals. Loughlin appeared before approximately 80 Acres residents at the Invitation ot the Central Veterans council, which had arranged for the meeting. lie warned the tenants that the housing project is "definitely" scheduled for disposal and that any hopes for Its continued federal operation "should be forgotten ." Loughlin a I so discouraged thoughts of Individuals buying a particular unit because many of them are five-family units under one roof. He said the government plan for sell!ng project units to lnd\vlduals wa.s Intended for one and two-family unit projects. George H. Lavallee, Acre.s manager, promised "all the cooperation In U1e world" in developing any plan that would help the tenants ,and at the same time dtspose of the project. He volunteered the services of his office in making a survey of tenant sentiment on the Loughlin plan e.nd said that the results would I' A plan proposing cooperative purchase of Wentworth Acres by its tenants has been endorsed by 320 residents. The figures WeTe disclosed last night at an Acres "town" meeting py an 18-man committee which Is waging a campaign to get subscribers to the so-called "Loughlin plan". Named for Its author, John Loughlin, former federal official, the plan provides that the 800 residents or local veterans each Invest $100 as "equity" money in buying the project from U1e federal government. Acres Residents, Housing Officials Meet Tomorrow 1, Wentworth Acres residents are scheduled to meet tomorrow night with housing and home finance agency officials for further discussion of the eventual sale of the 1 housing project. The meeting, sponsored by the Central Veterans council, is planned for 8 pm In the Community center at the Acres, according to Ralph T. Atwell, chairman. Under the direction of George T . Lavallee, project manager, questionnaires have been distributed among the 800 fam!lles living in the ·Acres to determine the interest of the residents In a suggested "pool" purchase of the housing project. ~ • • • I • • • TII~ PLAN was outlined at a meeting held Feb. 16 by John Loughlin, former federal official. Loughlin's proposal caU.s for each tenant family to "Invest" $100 and under a , trusteeship for the residents, the additional money needed to, buy the project wouli! be.,trowed\ " Rentals paid by · e tenants would I eventualy l!quidat the mortgage Iand each family wnlng a ''share" would then own 1/ ~0a of the housing project. "They would not own their Individual unit," Mr. Loughlin said, "but would have a share in the project as a whole." Mr. Lavallee said today that John Kane, field director of the finance agency, and Arthur C. Barton, also from the New York field office, will atend tomorrow night.'s meeting. j I he available for a mee~ing to be held on March 1. Protection of non-veteran tenants was promised by Richard A. Pinkham of the Central Veterans council and Joseph Louther, commander of the Emerson-Hovey post, Vet- \ erans of Foreign Wars. . •. . "IT IS NOT our Intent to be con- cerned in any plan," Pinkham assured. "We are sponsoring this to protect veteran tenants but once the residents get a plan in operation the Central Veterans council is going to step out of the picture." Commander Louther said that the VFW wants the non-veteran and veteran tenant treated equally. 1 However, he explained that if less than 800 Acres residents failed to come into the plan, the service organizations in Portsmouth would try to get non-tenant veterans to invest in the plan. I J I KEITH HAl\tlLTON, committee chafrman, said the 320 P.ersons ltsted as subscribers do not include the 200 student families who will evacuate the project In June, The chairman said that he felt that It Is now up to Central Veterans council to get the remaining · subscribers from among Portsmouth area veterans. However, Richard A. Pinkham, representing the veterans council, ~ e pro.Ject residents four more I days In which to gc:t persons to endorse the cooperative plan before the council begins a campaign to interest non-resident veterans. At earlier meetings Loughlin said that he believed that if the tenants could raise $80,000 that the federal government could be persuaded to sell the project to them as a group. The balance of the purchase price, according to Loughlin, would be rnlsed through mortgaging the prope1ty. This mortgage would be "paid off" by the Income from rentals "In 15 or 20 years" by Loughlin's estimate. I I \Acres Session rc P ').Delayed to Friday A mass meeting of veterans e.nd Portsmouth area residents interested in the proposed "cooperative purchase" or Wentworth Acres scheduled for tonight has been postponed until Friday. The postponement was announced today by Ralph H. Atwell, chairman of the Central Veterans council. He said that the public hea1ring on the courthouse bill which is planned for tonight caused the change In dates. However, the Wentworth Acres meeting still will be held In the Portsmouth Communlt(Y Center at 8 pm as orglnally announced. The meeting Friday will be the third in a series of discussions of the "Loughlin plan." The plan, created by John Loughlin, proposes the mass purchase of the acre.s project by either resident:; or other 111tere.sted persons. Loughlin said today that 320 acres residents have subscribed to his plan but the council still hopes to reach its goal of 800. �Acres Tenants!!Acres Sale M~etin9 . D • · Cancel3ci by·' Mixup La u n Ch r I Ve Acres Residents To Bu'y Unitsl .Map Corporation 13 1 Thirteen peopleatassembled tor a ['_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ "mass meeting" the Portsmouth )1Uf1~ Eigh ty Wentworth Acres tenants began selling their homes to themselves and their neighbors today wi th the knowledge tha t they must keep wi thin a three-week deadline set by the Federal Housing administration. The first step Is to be a canvass of th e entire housing project to gain endorsemen t of . the so-called "Loughlin plan," providing for coopera tive purchase of the Acres by its r esidents. The plan created by John Loughlin, former federal official and now a local bottling works executive, calls 'for "pooling" tenant investments, toward purchase of the project, borrowing some money and then making an offer fol' the BOO-unit project. ' • • • ' LOUGHLIN SAID this wa.,; made Community Center iast night to discuss a plan for collective purchase o! Wentworth Acres. Two hundred chairs, the center gymnasium and its facilities went unused. Advertised as a "public rally in support of the Acl'es purchase plan," the assembly never materialized. ·To Buy Proiect cf{\ necessary v.-,l1eri the city councll Plans for formation of a corpora"tabled" e.ctlon on a. request to tion to buy the Wentworth .Acres m ain tain the project's utilit ies. The meeLing wa~ called by John housing project were made yester"The FHA wa,nts to get t he most Loughlin, local businessman, to dis- day afternoon by representatives of it can out of the project but it will cuss his plan for coopel'ative pur- of Acres residents. give cons-1-deraltlon to the efforts of chase of the 800-unlt government John P. Loughlin, sponsor of the BOO tenants trying to buy the Acres housing project. It was to begin at so-called "Loughlin plan," provid8 o'clock. ing for cooperation purchase of the !or tJhemselves," he said. "One tenant ca111not put up the To be found in tpe lobby of the project, today said incorporation FHA price, whioh Is . well over center at 9 :07 (when Mr. Loughlin proceedings are to begin this week. $1,000,000, by ihimself, but BOO ten- decided to call the whole thing off The move resulted, he said, from ants who can show they have $80,- and proceed wlth the plan, a.ny- the "debacle" of Friday night when a mass meeting failed to material000 as equity money and that they how) were: · can borrow the rest, will get the Four Acres residents playing ize. • • • at tention of the FHA." bridge. RESIDENTS INTERESTED in the Loughlin admlUed that his idea" • • • "$100-a-share Loughlin plan" point~ of a price a,nd tftla:t of the FHA were MR, LOUGHLIN, Ralph Atwell of ed out that no progress toward buy"qul-te far apa~'t" but a.sserted th-a t the Central · Veterans' council, Ing the project has been made since FHA would listen oo a tenant bid. l\0h1ch has thrown its support beIng teh project has been made since , "My idea ls far the tenants to 1nd the plan and Keith Hamilton, • • • 320 residents endorsed the idea JI,. a trustee to represent them LOUGHLIN TOLD Acres res!- appoint in the ir dealings with the FHA. chairman of an Acres committee month ago. , dents last night that he believes T h at trustee Is to be responsible I which l.s organizing sµpport of the , The purpose of the corporation, _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ • $800,000 should be the "top price" for 1 ldea. Loughlin said, would be to give perthe entire project. to the people who have bought the A man 1md wife •1rho a1mounced sons Interested in the project "some"Thus, If each fnmliy here put AcTes under this cooperative plan. to two unidentified Acl'es residents thing to subscribe to, instead of $100 In the pool, they would need to • • • that it was dif.flcult t-0 rent one of holding meetings." "HE'LL AnMINISTRATE the the units. borrow n maximum of $720,000 to Legal counsel for the residents is An Acres couple who sat in the pa y the government In cash .for housing project for the tenamt..,;, wlho Atty. Thomas F. Flynn, Jr., of Ports-at the same time are the owners. corner smoking. Wentworth Acres," he said. mouth and Concord. Flynn has A local insurance company reppromised to have the incorporaThe money would be borrowed by Flrom the rents he'll pay off the mortgaging the Acres and paid mortga,ge, t.axes Mld other malltl- resentative- asked to attend the tion papers ready for a meeting meeting to quote !'ates on the proback t hrough rents, according to teinance costs." Aprll 19, Loughlin said. 1" . Loug,h1in e&tima-t ed tha,t, del)i!,nd- ject if it were purchased under the fJOU ghlin. Richard A. Pinkham. a member Ing on the size of the mortgage, a plan-and a reporter from The 15 or 20-yea[' period vvould be need- Portimouth Herald. of the Central Ve teran s council "I guess you just can't hold a which sponsored the meeting, said ed to pay off the mortga.ge, D\ll1ing the council plans to hold a mass that time If a fa,mll y wanted to mass meeting In Portsmouth," meeting of all the veterans in York move out, it could sell Its "Invest- Loughlin glumly concluded. Hamilton agreed that the lack of , and Rocklng_ham counties to enlist ment" to someone else or keep ltt 1 against the time the mortgage Is attendance was due to "unfortusupport for Loughlin's plan. TO VETERANS :J D pald off. nate confusion," while Mr. Atwell · "Prlmariiy, we want t.he tenan ts Enc.h individual would be liml,t- blamed the whole situation on The AND TENANTS OF to have the first chance at this, eel as to the number of .shares he Herald. WENTWORTH ACRES wh'ether they'l'e veterans or not, could buy so that no one person • • • ·b ut 1f only a few tenants sign up, A discussion on possible di1posol of could gn1n cont rol, Loughlin added. "THEY CHANGED the copy I we'll try to get non-resident vctWentworth Acres will be held ot Moreover, no one tennnt would brought In for an ad," he · c omernns In terested," he snid. 7:00 P. M. tonight ot the : Acres , own a pRrticular unit. Each Investor plained. "It said the meeting was • • • Community Building. PINKHAM WARNED, "You're would own 1/ 800 of the project as . going to be held at the USO build. a whole, Loughlin said. · Ralph H. Atwell, worrying about the $100 and what Ing-everybody knows this place as: !happens . "tt ··1! a private syndiPresident HE POINTED OUT tha,t anyone 1 • the USO- and somebody down cate buys the Acres, It'll raise the Centro! Veteran'• Councll rent,5 nnd you'll pay, more than a holding a shnre in tile Acres would ; there changed it to the Community! Rolph A. Mortell, Sec. $100 In a year just to meet the extra have priori-ty ri ghts In renting a : Center." home In the project. I Mr. Atwell further explained that rent." At the conclusion of his explana- previous meetings to .discuss the The three-week deadline for tene.nt action was explained by Ralph tlon, the 80 tenants wt the meeting plan were held at the Wentworth Atwell, chairman of the Central banded themselves Into a commit- Acres Community building. tee to "sell" the idea to other resThus, he contended, when the adVe terans council. vertisement read "Community Cen"John P. Kane, regional director idents. They agreed to meet again next ter " th0 se interested went to the of FHA, told me that his agency Friday for a privat e discussion of Wentwor th Acres building, fpund no • • • would give us three-weeks In which one there and returned home. 'l'UE POOR ATTENDANCE _ or to 11how that we mean business. If the pl'ogress made · ''I've hnd cnl!s from people who . almost complete lack thereof-will 110Lhlng Is developed in that time, did," he claimed. . ' have no effect on the plan, Loughlin the FHA ls going to go through 'I have, too," snid Hamilton. announced with its plans to put the Acres up Loughlin added: for bid," Atwell 8aid. : He recalied that 320 persons al"Several people have called me : ready have agreed to back a plan Meanwhile, in a,nswer to a ques· about it." tion from & tenant, Loughlin gave a . which calls for $100 from each famdetailed picture or his plan. , ily to go toward a proposed $80,000 "First and foremost, it must be I down payment on a purchase mortunderstood that the government is · gage-when and If the government sells the project. going to sell the Acres as a "single ' parcel." I / "We'll go ahead with plans to in1.corporate and we're sure to pick up ,1 ~ lot of support on .the way i, LoUgh- I NOTICE to • • • I . ]Jn SAfr! . '· 1 1 �1'1Ysteiy' Move At Village Seeks ICo_ ntrol by NaYy 14 dvm·ag~- Reside~~ls Battle Proposed Navy Control I A formal protest against possible "Just -today, the tenants on the navy control of the entire Admiralty navy side were told that beginning V1llage was discussed last night at April 1 they have to pay 90 cents a month for garbage and trash disa meeting of 35 residents. posal. You never know what the The move-a counter to a recently navy will think of next," he warned. A "mysterious" move was underway today to seek navy control of circulated petition asking for navy • • • I the Federal Housing admln1stra- control-was started by a three--man EMMONS CHIMED IN, "At least, tion's 396 units at .Armlralty Village, committee headed by Louis J. Em- you can talk to FHA officials on a. mons .. man-to-m\n basis but you can't do Residents of the housing project They are backing a petition to that when you talk to naval officers were circulating petitions requesting ' t.hat tt: S. Sen. Margaret Chase Maine congressmen urging that if wearing all that gold braid." Smith qr Maine exercise her "ln- the housing units are not to be sold Opposition to Emmons' petition fluence",;so that the navy can ac- that the Federal Housing authority was voiced by Francis H. Nelson, quire the FHA's section west of be kept in control of the project. admitted spokesman tor the group "We know what we have under favoring navy intervention. Philbrick 'avenue. Nelson said that he believed navy The petitioners have declined to FH~," Emmons asserted, "but we , identify themselves Individually or don t know what the navy would control would assure "all the tenants do 1! it was given control of the or_ staying In their homes. as a group. entire project." • • • IF THE PROPOSAL were adopt• • • eel, the navy then would ·cont.rol the HE CLAIMED that despite navy entire v1llage. It now has jurisdlc- promises to Kittery that there would t!on over the 202 units east of Phil- be no evictions, "!am!lles are albrick avenue. ready being evicted." Although the p~tltlons reportedly Emmons said that he would like are written on stationery bearing to buy a house. in the project but 1! government marks, officials at the the navy is given supervision of the Portsmouth naval base have de- units, he probably "would not have a U. S. Sen. Margaret Chase Smith of Maine has asked the Federal nied any knowledge of the proposal. chance." Housing administration to transfer control of Its 396 housing units at Ad"Even 1! the petitions are-writCushman Phillips, a member of miralty Village over to the navy. ten on goverment stationery they I' Emmons' committee, also contended Mrs. Smith made the disclosure l n l f · - - - - - - - - - - - - -Although a resident of the n avy's are definitely not official," a na- that tenants "are better off" under 1 a letter to France H. Nelson o! 75 section himself, Nelson said he volval base spokesman maintained. It FHA than they would be 1! the Wyman avenue, Kittery, one of the unteered to assist those Jiving In the was believed that the petitions were navy took over the 396 units not sponsors of petitions caUlng for navy FHA's section In their attempts to drawn up by shipyard employes re- yet under its control. control o! the entire government seek navy control of the entire pro.siding fn the FHA's section of the vilproject. ject. He said he offered to send a lage. The Maine senator Informed Nel- copy of the petitions to Senator H. Russell Sawyer, resident manson ttiat she has · referred to the smith. Her Jetter was in answer to ager at the village, acknowledged FHA In Washington a letter which Nelson's communication. t~at the petitions are being preNelson sent to her Feb. 8. The letter, Nelson emphasized that the move sented to the reslaents there, but according to Nelson, outlined re- is entirely a private venture and has he, too, was mystified as to their quests by Admiralty Vlllage res- nothing to do with the navy. origin. !dents that, the navy extend its "If the government wanted the • scope of jurisdiction beyond a sec- FHA's ~ection they wouldn't have to THE PETITIONS review devel1 tion east of Philbrick avenue where circulate petitions, they'd just step opments at the vlllage since its construction in 1941 as an emergency it has 202 units. I right in and take over," explained' Mrs. Smith reminded Nelson that Nelson. housing project and emphasize that Nelson, a shipyard cmploye, said she Introduced . a bill in the Senate & transfer o! control to the navy that at least 100 of the 390 families last month which would defer the would assure the "security of a great <2 -> Clvlllan workers at the · base sale of public housing until the living in' the FHA's part of the vilmany familles." The petitions state that som~ shortage Is "more nearly over." Sen- lage signed the petition. The petitions point out that proThe peUtlons, st.ill In circulaator Smiths legislation would affect posed sale of FHA property, as gov- units would be available for those erne~ by the Lanham act, has fail- present te11ants who were formerly 1 the possible sale of Wentworth Acres tion, explain that most of the 396 as well as the FHA's section of Ad- families in the FHA's section are ed ·to materialize and as a conse- working at the naval base and now have jobs locally. rt adds that most naval base employes and would have miralty Village. quence the tenants (396 fam1lles) of these residents are potential Meanwhile, Nelson has Identified difficulty finding shelter and would are "uneasy." "yard workers" and will be called himself as one of the originators of be forced to give up their positions I ' The documents explain that most back to work at the base In the the petitions which have been In at t,he husc If t,he houses were sold of the tenants are naval base em- event of an emergency. circulation at Admiralty Village for under the F'HA's priority system. ployes and would have difficulty "For this reason it seems to be several weeks. When contents of the finding shelter and be forced to of advantage for the navy to keep petitions were reported last week give up their positions at the base them In the vicinity," the petitions the move was considered "myster·if the houses were sold by the FHA. state. ious" because the petitioners de• • • • • • clined to Identify themselves. UNDER FHA PLANS the houses i IT IS FURTHER claimed that It was first believed that the move would be sold under a priority sys- 1 the priority system set up for the was navy-sponsored because the tem. World War II veterans resld- Pl'(!POSed sale by the FHA would petition papers bore government Ing in the units would be given top force a "great many" of these marks and originated at the Portspriority; World War II veterans liv- workers to leave U1eir homes esmouth naval shipyard. But navy ing elsewhere would have second tablished at the village "as World officials denied knowledge of the priority; and non-veterans now liv- War II veterans are to be favored documents. ing at the project would be third on over World War I veterans and nonNelson explained that he and sevthe list. veterans." · eral ''neighbors" decided to draw up The petitions maintain that If The petitions add that ·..a great the petitions after residents of the the navy was given control of the many of more-experienced · workers FHA's 'section of the village became entire project, housing facilities • are World War I veterans who worried o\ler the planned sale of would be available for:. r would be ousted by World War II housing units. (1.) Enlisted personnel stationed veterans even though the latter are at the _?ortsmou~h_naval base. not presently located In the project." , It could not be determined how many Admiralty Village residents have signed the petitions. ~ \\.. I l Maine Solon Backs ') \ t) Navy Village Control • • I I I 1· �Crackdown on Gambling Hinted After Frink Claims 'Hands Tied' I ' { \fn A bolll hint that the slale may come to grips wilh Rockingham . county's illegal gambling interests was made today as law enforcement agencies of both the county and state found themselves caught In a crossfire of contradictions. While Alty. Gen. Ernest R. D'Amours pledgcrl his "full attention" to the gambling rackets of this area, ShcrifT Simes Frink was in the publicity spotlight as the result of his testl-" mony ycstenlay before a legislative committee in Concord. The Rockingham county shcrllT was quoted in published reJJOrls as saying that a. "bookmaking headquarters" is doing business at Auburn, in the far encl of the county, but that he had not supprrssed the activity because of the Impossibility of "getting a. conviction." Although Frink toclay denied giving any such testimony, the report of his appearance at the Concord hrarlng prompted Attorney General D'Amours lo say: "If the sheriff was quoted correctly, then that is a confes!;ion of his own Impotence. In that case I would feel bound to take action." J\leanwhilc, County Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton was flatly non-committal concerning the allcgccl Auburn situation ancl likewise refused to di3cu s any other phases of reported gambling operations in the county. Frink's appearance before the legislative committee, which was conducting 11. hearing on 11. bill Crackdown Drives Bookies Into Hiding A horse Is an animal used for plowing, New Hamp~hlre's bookapparently are thinking toy. The State police reported, "We haven't even heard of 11, telephone tinkling since yesterday. As fnr as we know the bookmakers have gone underground ." Col. Ralph w. Caswell, super!ntendent of the state police, said, "That's to be expected but It doesn 't mean the state police are going to sleep." • Colonel Caswell said his department has not received any complalnt.s of lllega) gambling l!lncc At ty. Orn. F.rne.~t R. D'Amours ordered a crackdown ~e: Army, Air Force Advisory Board1 1 To Organize Here~ late Thursday, ·-1 I · · The attorney general's 0 • ahead to the state police !as based on a reported admission by Sheriff Simes Frink of Rockingham county that "It Is almost Impossible to get conv!ctlons 1n gambl1ng cases." Frink ls said to have made the statement In testimony before a General Court commlttee's public hearing on a bill to widen state police powers. The sheriff's statement followed charges by Manchester's police chief, James F. O'Neil that a bookmaking headquarter; was flourishing In Auburn, just oul.~lde Manchester but In RockIngham county. Ing opportunities In the army and forces. relellse and explain current m!lltary directives and advls~ eligible draftees. I, air Plans for a Portsmouth mili tary manpower committee, similar to one • • • recently established In Exeter, were announced tod11y by Capt. Robert C. CAPTAIN ARC II ER, recently Archer, newly-assigned oITlcer of transferred to the locnl army offlc~ the local army recruiting stat ion. from Fort Monroe, Va., s11ld he 1s Captain Archer ~nld that thr. or- : arranging a luncheon to launch 11c- ' gan!zatlon will be formed within tlvltles of the proposed committee. "t wo or tiiree weeks" to help unify , Captain Archer 1s ma kl ng his community support for th~ army · home at 1094 Woodbury avenue with and air force voluntary enllst.ment his wife, th e former Betty Cotton of program. Beachmont, Mllss. He has been In 1 ·The committee, to be compo.~ed or , th e army for the past eight years local buslne11s, civic and religious and Is a native of Columbu; , Ohio. leaders, wlll provide prospective enlistees with Information on recruit- calling for extension of state police powel'!I, provoked an outright conflict with Manchester's police chief, Jame-3 F. O'Neil, who also testified on the measure. O'Nell Indirectly blamed Sheriff Frink for the failure to sftlmp out gambling operations in Manchester fringe of Rockingham county, but Frink countered with the assertion that his department had "always been willing to cooperate." In a statement this morning, I the sheriff disavowed all reports concerning bis alleged knowledge of the Auburn "gambling center." A5kcd, however, If ''bookmaking" does flourish In Portsmouth and other parts of the county, he replied, "Tell me what city In New Hampshire doesn't have bookies and slot mRchlnes." J\lcanwhlle, the state police were "ready and wllling'' to move against the county's gambling Interests whenever they got the oil from the attorney general. "We liave to get our orders from the attorney general," Supt. Ralph W. Caswell of the state police explained, "We'll do any investigating he wants." Manchester's Chief O'Neil took Issue with Sheriff Frink by charging that authorities of this • county had "failed" to break up a gambling ring In Manchester and Auburn. Stating that Auburn b the "headquarters", he ga,ld, "They ;ere ope~ating there yesterday and today, and I assume they will be operating tomorrow." • • • ROCKINGHAM COUNTY cooper- ation In cle11ning up the Auburn situation have not been extended beyond ','a token raid", according to O'Neil. ' The Auburn-Manchester bookies use a telephone service out of Manchester to Auburn where the bets are "cleared", O'Neil explained today. "My department stands ready at any time to help Rockingham county clear up the mess. They can have just as many men as they want," he added '. • , Explaining the position of the state police In relation to the Rockingham county situation, Superintendent Caswell said his department would enter the picture only when prompted by outside authority. "If a county solicitor asks our help, he usually gets It," Caswell assured. I He said that no request had yet I been made to his department by ' Solicitor Boynton. Apparently minimizing the reported conditions In Auburn, Sher- , lff Frink said today that he had "checked' a former!¥ suspected be~.~n;A:l::D:::;: (Please turn to page three) Herald Publisher Attends Seminar J. D. Hartford, publisher and editor of The Port1mouth Herald, is at Columbia university In New York City to attend a three-week i;emlnar for newspaper publishers and editors, which opened today. Mr. Hartford Is one of 23 newspapermen from 12 states who was selected for participation In the seminar. The sessions are devoted to an overall study of the newspaper publishing business and are sponsored by the American Press Institution at Columbia. Experts In various fields have been Invited to address the publishers. These w111 Include Harold L. Cross, associate dean ot the Graduate School of Jouma!L~m at Columvln; S. Burton IIenth, special writer for the NEA, whose articles appear , frequently In The Herald; Frank Tripp, cd!Lor 11nd syndicated newspaper columnist and Hoddlng Carter, Pulitzer prize winner from Mississippi. Attendance at the seminar was limited to representatives from newspnpers o! under 30,000 circulation. I I ;::1~;1 : :e::;~~ I there and he said there had been no signs of activity for some vme," the sheriff explained . The sheriff said that he felt the "grilling"' he underwent yesterday In his appearance before the legislative committee was "entirely out of order." He further defended statements to the committee by maintaining "there are no teeth In the gambling laws. We make arrests but · can't get convictions." Chief O'Neil himself brought the "bookie" question out In the open at yesterdny's hearing In Concord when he appe11red to urge passage or the state police bill. Sherl!I Frink entered the con- . troversy by joining In the opposition 11 to the measure. ,. �76 Port 1 AUthority ere Called 'Inadvisable' By State Commission In their report they pointed out that only tlve persons were auff1• clently Interested to attend the hearing and one of those who spoke was closely associated with the sponsor of the measure. "If public piers could show a profit, private enterprise would . build and operate them," the commissioners reported. "But even with public ownership and operation, with the burden of taxes removed, they universally show a. loss." The commission maintained that tReport Contends :'Similar Projecfs Operate1i loss A port authority for Portsmouth was ~scribed a., "Inadvisable" today by an Interim commission which has atudled the proposal for two years. The commission said It found that the move to e.stabllsh such an authority In Portsmouth did not come from persons "prepared to supply , the tonnage'' necessary to the oper1atlon of a state pier. Adding · that w h 11 e Ports1 • mouth could expect to draw tonnage from nelghl>orlng Kittery, financial aid from Ma,ne probably would not be forthcoming because of Maine's experience with the Portland state pier. The commission maintained that the Maine atate pier 1s operated a. a. los.s. I • • • "PUBLIC TERMINAL operatiotll are a losing proposition," the com• m1salon said. "The lossea might be microscopic or they might be astronomical." Meanwhile, former Rep. John R. McIntire, sponsor of the move for & Portsmouth port authority, said to1day that he Intended to continue hi■ fight for development of Portsmouth as a seaport. "I have a bill already for Introduction into the General Court and I'm going to push for the .setting up of the port authority, whether the Interim commission likes It or not." McIntire said he had ~•powerful" support In Concord for hl.s plan and he did not Intend to let a' "Public Service company controlled i~terlm commission" stop him. He com;luded, "There'll be a hearIng on this next Wednesday and I'm going to be there to fight for my . idoa liecause I hones\Jy bellev& tha·t' Portsmouth needs · ocean-golni trade In order to grow," • • • THE INTERIM COMl\llSSION'. which was composed of members of the State Planning and Development commission, conducted hearings In Portsmouth and made 1, , tour of Portsmouth harbor last November._ _ __ I 1 4 Local Planes Join Big Search for Flier (Yllf')-6 Four Portsmouth planes today joined more than 100 other navy, com\merclal and Civil Air patrol aircraft and 500 ground searchers In the hunt for a. navy flier missing from the Squantum, Mass., nav1;1 air base. \ Led by Capt. Raymond C. Whlt-l!cher, commandet' of the Portsmouth \ Civil air aptrol squadron, the pilots and observers were • scheduled to the reason . for dev.eloping ;~~;-;ort ' leave the Portsmouth airport at 8:30 must come from a demand for ~~~t:ut were delayed by low vis!" I•·, I •t ransportation of goods and that However, they planned to take off demand must be present. later In the morning for Concord It argued that to build a state where the New Hampshire unit of pier before demand was created The possibility of recla.sslfica.tlon the search was to be organized. would be disastrous. of 1-A Selective Service reglstJra,nlt., The local pilots, along with other The report continued, "A physical Civil Air patrol members from else- was announced today by John H. problem that must be solved before l where In the state, were to search Greenaway, sta,te Selective Service the port of Portsmouth can underthe western part of New Hampshire , director. go any real development, whether for Lt. Comdr. Ablert D. Foster, 31, ' Mx. Greenaway said tlha.it 1-A or not a port authority ls Involved, of Weymouth, Mass., missing since ! registrants who feel they should be exists In the ledges that hinder placed In a deferred classification Wednesday night. I should navigation at several points In the . notify their local boards, • • • Plscataqua." which, 1! facts wa.lTMlt, wUl then THE FOUR PILOTS were Second In this connection, U.S. Rep. reopen the reglstrant:6' cases. Lt. Richard Staples of the air force Chester E . Merrow met with PortsThe director also stressed the reserve and Civil Air patrol; Flight mouth Industrialists last December legal obligation of all rcglst4"ants Officer Anthony Collecieo of the for a conference on Portsmouth's to keep their local boa~ds informed Civil Air patrol; David Clements possibilities as a seaport. At that as to any change 1n their SClectlve and a fourth mer, unidentified. time the businessmen agreed that service status or change or a.ddres.s Observers were Captain Whitcher, removal of the ledges Is essential to ' -regardless of whetJher or not they Warrant Officer Michael Verner of development of the port. the Civil Air patrol, and Paul E. reached the age of 26. The representative and army en• • • Marston. gineers made a three-hour boat trip, l\1EN MORE THAN 26 ue not The New H11.mpshlre search was Inspecting the harbor and the upper 111\blc for duty under the present to ceriter In a triangle from Hanover river. Service acL. to Ashland, along Lhe Massachusetts Selective In Its report {the commission con"The act Is very explicit," Mr. •--border an<i north. nlong th!} Conneccluded by reco\nmendlng that fedGreenaway said, "rega,rdlng the ticut river 1n the belief that Comeral aid be sought In removing the obllga,tlon of registrants In keeping obstacles from the river and that mander Foster's plane might have their local boards Informed of any industry be. encouraged to come tu· glided inland after running out of change in their mailing address and to Portsmouth before a state pier ls fuel while it was being ferried from any change In their staltus as pre- \ considered. Quantico,. Va., to Squantum. vlously given, to U1e local board. From the Squantum air basP. 90 "Registrants a.re not relieved of\ planes took off with organized rethis obligation after reaching their · serve pilots at the controls to search 26th birthd&.y anniversary and failfor Commander Foster. ure to comply 1s a. violation of the Civil Air patrol fliers from MassSelective Service act," ?4?'. Greenachusetts scanned their state, Conaway pointed out. necticut and Rhode Island for some trace that might lead ground searchers to the missing man. Select·1ve Serv·1ce Ready to Hear,, Draft Appeals - . • • • AT NORTHBRIDGE In central Ma£saclmsetts, more than 500 sailors, police and volunteers plodded through desolate swampland. They were following up reports that cries to1· help had been Mard in the Goat Hill section. First report or the cries tor help came from two power line workersJohn Garrity and John Bradsburg of Millville, R.I. Later, a housewife and a student told police they heard similar cries. Meanwhile, officials at Squantum refused to give up hope Foster would be found alive. "There's always a chance,'' a I Squantum spokesman said. �Mclntire ·in Seaport Fight -Up-to His Vocal Cho'rds John R. McIntire pulled his gaunt frame from the depths of an easy chair, banged his fist on a table for emphasis and said: "Maybe I'm not in the Legislature any more, but I've still got friends in some pretty high places." And with this personal support, he Insisted he ls going to "put over" his $7,000,000 port project for Ports: mouth-"come hell or high water. McIntire was alternately angry, challenging, gleeful and _plead!ng as he entered into a d1scuss1on yesterday afternoon of the interim commission report which turned thumbs down on the port authority proposal which the former legisla_tor has adopted as his own. University Crew o,"f. v Takes O.ver Hotel For 'Real' Study Practice makes perfect and experience is the best teacher, some wizened sage mused centuries ago, and 29 undergraduate hotel administration students from the University of New Hampshire are in Portsmouth this morning taking advantage of those truisms. Serving in ·positions ranging from auditor to bus boys, bartender to maid, the students have taken over the Rockingham hotel for two days. The hotel administration majors are doing so as part of the university's program requiring six months' "practical experience" before graduation. I I • • • THIS, HOWEVER, ls • • • "THEY HAVEN'T HEARD the last of· me yet," he almost shouted. "Maybe they won't listen to me alone but there a· plenty of others who will do some talking." Mcintire's peculiar mixture "down East" twang and a southern drawl was stridently fo rceful as he turned attention to his "enemies" whom he blamed for "al: this dallving around ." · "But don 't you worry," he assured, "this thing is going through. JOHN R. McINTIRE And John R. McIntire is going to ". . . Come Hell or High Water!" be right there pushing it." ' Only after great persuasion was I th he drawn Into a factual discussion damned good bill and I don't care port au ority bill, McIntire sa d what that interim commission that it would give a five-man board of l,he merits of. the port plan he thinks. Why that commission's re- complete powers over th e Portsproposes. mouth waterfront. In effect, it's a scheme to con- port stinks to the blue heavens." With an almost ferocious air, "So that we can get some instruct a state pier, similiar to the Maine state pier in Portland. Mc- McIntire demanded, "Why'd they dustry and business in here and Intire believes that when such a give it to a bunch made up of the not have to depend on that navy pier is in operation, business enter- state Planning and Development yard which is sucking the life out of Portsmouth," he boomed. prises will flock to Portsmouth to commission?" use its facilities. Then answering his own question, Again the graying world War II • • • "I'll tell you why. It's because veteran let his emotions rise to a ., tY PORT A THORITY," he the public utilities had the pressure peak of excitement as he sought to ini,oned, "is based on those working on and they knew the planning out- portray his role as a public beneright now in Boston and New York fit would do what the utilities factor. t l and I think it's got improvements wanted." "Why don't people see wha th • • • over ose." BACK ON THE SUBJECT of the mean? There's nothing in it for _:S~t:_:u:.::b:.::b:o_:rnl::::Y:._•_:h:e_::s..:..h~o_:_ u_:_te:..:d. .:.•_"I_t_•s_a_:__ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _I me. It was just an idea and I'm the first time they have taken over operation of a hotel in a group. The young men-seven of whom are from the Portsmouth area-will serve as telephone operator, room clerks, housemen, electrician, bartender, waiter, food manager, range cook, headwaiter and waiters along with the hotel's regular staff today. Tomorrow they will be at their respective posts alone. They are: John Gage, Portsmouth; John Kelman, Kittery; Kenneth Lang, I Durham; Bruce Bulger, Dunham; John LeBa:ron, Kittery; Joseph Manuel, Durham; Robert Crory, Durham; Irving Atwood, Concord. • • • GERALD PHANEUF, Concord; j John D. Sheridan, Berlin ; Malcolm , Cole, Lebanon; Richard E. Sargent, Concord; Earl Chase, Wendell; Carl Digilio, Newbury; Thomas Buckley, Concord; Edwin Robinson, Rochester. Ray Miner, Keene; Louis Na~slkas, Manchester; Thomas O'Brien, Nashua.; Phillip Crane, New London; William Hanson, Hancock; John Stevens, Lynn, Harland I t Mass.; M H ld Woodbury, Bran ree, ass.; aro Manion, Concord. James Boyle, Rochester; Henry Forrest, Silver Lake, Spencer Rob- I going to battle it out and to hell with the utilities and the interim commission. "So, I'm going to be up t:ttere iil Concord fighting for my bill, anc the underground tells me ~ha~, I'rr going to get plenty of backmg. • .. McINTIRE CLAIMED the sup- port of two state newspapers, labor journals and the "United Press" in his fight against "the interests." He promised to "lobby" his bill himself when it comes up for public hearing on Wednesday. "You know you can get 'em to adopt a minority report instead of a. majority, if you have to, and that gang hasn't stopped me yet," he asserted. "There's too much at stake. I've been in touch with the governments of Sweden and Denmark. I've got lines into South America. This ls a. big thing and I'm keeping after it." lnson Rochester; Carlton Allen, Lynn: Mass., and William Knipe, Concord. Harvey Ellis of Portsmouth and William Power of Kittery were in charge of pub! city !or the project. , ,....;.•- - - -- -..r- -- -- �Unknown Fate Awaits O ld Treadwell House 18 * *Moves * Out of * Historic * * Dwelling, * * *Turninglt Over1orSale * * '* YWCA , The 190-year-old Treadwell house -home of Portsmouth's YWCA for 29 years-is on the block. A purchaser for the historic landmark has been sought since the YWCA found more convenient quarters elsewhere in the city and moved out. Thus the large square house at the corner of Fleet and State streets now stands alone, bereft of life and awaiting an unknown fate. Less than a decade remains until the 200th anniversary of this house built by Mrs. Mary Treadwell in the Georgian era of the 18th century when royal governors were sporting court ways and manners among the colonists. • • • MA Y A A SE 1BLY here was highligh ted by the sheen of brocades and buckles, the brilliance of scarlet and gold, the charm of powdered wigs and pompadours. Portsmouth with its Langdons, Wentworths, Sherburnes and Whippies was the leader or social elegance in New England. But little Mary Kelley of New Castle, destined to become Mrs. Charles Treadwell, was not born to these ranks. Her youth was spent bending over fishing nets which she mended to support herself until her charms attracted Charles Treadwell,· an Ipswich hairdresser. Signs o! the Kelley's poverty shocked colonla.I •Portsmou th. Although the family ha\! lived in luxury ' In Eng- ' land, the rugged life ot the province reduced them to dire poverty. • But Mary's problems were solved by her marriage. Upon moving to Portsmouth, Treadwell obtained a 999-year lease on two lots of glebe land on Congress street with the stipulation that he pay a rent of 15 shillings to the parish wardens. • • • BEREFT OF LIFE-Quiet charm and dignity of the 18th century ls portrayed by the hallway of the Treadwell house, former home of the Portsmouth YWCA. The column?c_i archway and wide staircase bespeak 190 years of hospitality and service to the community. TREADWELL BUILT his home on Congress street opposite that of his friend, Georg~Ga!nes, a cabinet maker. Mrs. Treadwell carried the thrift and industriousness of her youth into married life and exceeded her husband's earnings by operating a , home shop for groceries, dry goods and hardware. She amassed sufficient money to support her hlldren In the current style and estab lish them in fine homes. A house for her daughter, Han- TREADWELL'S TWO LOTS were part or 11. 12-acre t ract ot glebe land set aside for the support or the m inistry. Three-fourths or this land ' lay in the sou th marshes while the nah, was built in 1745 on the corner rem aining one-fourth extended from of Fleet and Congress s treets adCongress street to the South Mill joining the famil y homestead. Han,..ond 11.nd from Pleasant to Chestnut nah Treadwell later became the c.reets. wile o! Dr. Amml Cu tter. But & dispute over the land arose Another house was built in 1750 oetween the Episcop~l church, then for a son, Jacob Treadwell. Now the known 88 the Church of England, property or former Gov. Charles M. and the North Congregational Dale, it still stands at, the corner of church. The )and originally WM Middle and Congress streets. granted to the Church or England It was In 1758 on a corner lot by the royal goverpment but the facing state street that Nathaniel Episcopalians found themselves outTreadwell's large, square, gambrelu.1mbered by Congregatlonallst.s roofed house was located. · l oving here from Massachusetts, Another chapter In the history of 1ho tpok over the glebe. the Treadwell house opened wi th Aftflr a lapse of 90 years the the great Portsmouth fire or Dec. 22, 1813. Church of England reorganized, built Queen's chapel, now site of St. • • • John's church, and attempted to reTHE CO FLAGRATIO , origigain control of the glebe land . nating where tJhe Unitarian-UnlverThe case was settled by the Engsall5t church now stands, leveled lish courts which ruled possession the entire district to the waternine- tenths or the law. front, burning even the wharf. The fire 1s believed to have been started deliberately by a serving girl after a quarrel wi th her mistress. One account states that 108 houses, f 64 stores and 100 barns were consumed by the flames. Among the buildings destroyed was the Ark tavern at the corner of State nnd Penhallow streets. I ts owner, John Davenport, then took over the Nathaniel Treadwell house. A Boston silversmith and bucklemaker, Davenport served as town constable and later was elected t,o the General Court. The fire o! 1813 left its mark on the Treadwell house. An ordinance was passed that all buildings in this section of Portsm outh more than one story high must be - built of brick or stone. SQ Davenport added a brick ell to his new inn. At the same time he changed the gambrel roof to a type he considered more up to date. • • • IN 181-l, a t the close of the War of 1812, Portsmouth was alarmed over a possible attack on the port by the British. Five thousand militiamen were stationed about the city under the command of Gov. John I Ta;lor ~ll.man or Exeter, who made his headquarters at Davenport's inn. Davenport owned th.e Treadwell h ouse until his death in 1850 when it passed into the hands of Jeremiah Mathes. The building had a succession of owners until it was purchased by the YWCA from the late Miss Belle Donnell. After almost two centw•ies the i Treadwell house stands unafraid of time. Cross the threshhold and 190 year return. The width of the hallway, unchanged from the original, expresses the hospitality of colonial Portsmouth. The columned archway, the sweep of the stairway, the arched window and deep window seat on the landing, the })anister with its three differen tly-designed, hand-carved spindles, the newel post with its peace button recreate all the charm and digni ty of the past. So the empty house stands, its fate a question. �Church . )y{to P.urchase Famed Peirce Home Preliminary steps for the sale of the widely known Peirce mansion In Haymarket square at a reported price of $35,000 were announced today. Although transactions are Incomplete, trustees of the Middle Street Baptist church have entered Into an agreement with trustees of the Peirce estate to purchase the property, according to the Rev. Raymond F. Smith, Baptist pastor. Sale of the property will tra n's-*;;;;:;;====:::;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;:;;======fer ownership from the Peirce fam- , Uy !or the first time In seven generations. Mr. Smith said today plans for the use of tl1e property are Indefinite. The structure, one of Portsmouth's best known old homes, was buUt in 1799 by John Peirce, a wealthy merchant. • • • FEATURE of the square wooden bu!lding is a circular stairway In the entrance hall. The stairway, which connects the three stories of the house, Is white ,with en Intricately carved mahogany ralling. Extensive paneling with carved mouldings and cornices cover many o! the walls. The house Is bel!evcd to be of f,ulfinch de!iign. Medallions across '.he !ront of ' the structure are l!ke those of a home on Mount Vernon street in Boston known to be deslgntd by the architect who also planned the Massachusetts state house in B03ton. John Peirce also built the Athcnaeum which he used as nn office for his marine Insurance company. The company, which lost considerable money In the War of 1812, dls,;olved a.nd the building was sold to the Athenaeum as a private library In 1817. Although family papers have been destroyed by fire, Peirce ~ believed to have once owned all• property from the corner of High and Congtess streets to Market street. OUTSTANDING • • • EARLY PORTSl\tOUTII residents scoffed at Peirce's selection of a site for his "town home In the country," for Haymarket square was "country" then. The square W11s used as a meeting place for area farmers and It was there that the huge scales for weighing hay and the hay market was located. The mansion hns been the property or the Peirce family for 1;even generations. The committee working out final details or the purchase Includes Franklin Harvey, chairman, Krnneth Caswell, Harold Phlpp.~. Mnurlce E. Witmer, Mrs. Ph!l!p Bennett. Mrs. Wlllard Merr!ll and Roland Hal!. Norman E. Rand and Robert Marvin are trustees of the Peirce estate. Peirce Mansion . De-;ds Transferred to Baptist~ Bale o! the Peirce mansion on Haymarket square to the Middle Street Baptist church was formally announce~ at church services yesterday. The Rev. Raymond F. Sm!toh, pas~r. dlsclo.sed that deeds have been s1gnect transferring the property from the Peirce estate to the church. Tentative plans call for use of the historic lllndmark as a church parish house. : Franklin W. Harvey, chairman of a special bu!lding conunlttee ap1pointed last winter, said today that there are no definite plans for re' novatlon of the property. The committee wlll meet tonight at the Harvey home on Badgers island and will submit Its report to the parish at the annual meeting to be held May 1 I 12. • • • FEDERAL, DO CU J\IE NT AR y stamps on the papers indicate a sale pr lee of $35,000. Sale of the property has transferred ownership from the Peirce family for the first time in seven generatl'.lns. The house was built in 1799 by John Peirce, a wealthy Portsmouth merchant, who also built the Athenaeum, which he used as an office for hls marine insw·anc.e company. 1 1 �rBeOI .Urges Building· I' Of New High School; ·r l~deral .Aid Exp~l!ed l I I' go Nee,d Mo~nts . Every Y . ear·I -._. ·Board Told Construction of a new senlor high l!IChool large enough to accommoda,te 11,200 students wa.s proposed la.st night by Schools Supt. Raymond r. Beal in his annual report to the board of education. Mr. Beal said contemplated legislation before both Congress and .the state Legislature on financial assistance for school bullding construction may help make a new ac:hool here "a reallty." The .school chief said the schools of the nation face lnereaslng enrollmenta and "Portsmouth is no exception.•• He added that this means higher budgets and extra classrooma. I Mr. Beal aald the purchase , ot the Sherburne and Wentworth schdola from the government for ~5,600 Jru-ures adequate housing for the increasing school population "now beoomlng 'evident In our kindergartens and first grades." • • • that . Port.,. mouth laces no, immediate bullding problem in the elementary field, but as large elementary classes move on to the high school level, "adequate housing wlll have to be provided." ' Mr. Beal told the' board: "As sure a., I'm sitting here we ere going to hear from Washington soon that a blll has been passed distributing appropriations among the states for new school buildings," 1 He also reported that a move is undP-rway by the state department of education to obtain state aid for school construction from the 1949-50 State Legislature. Mr. Beal suggested that a commitI tee, composed of E. Curtis Matthews, John W. Durgin, Jr., Stowe Wilder and ·John C. Shaw, meet with the city . council 1n an attempt to set "\egal machinery" in motion for the J)OiSible purchase o! a 61te for the propb.cll!d .sol1ooJ. .' .. -.,(!'here also is an •.1ni:reased · dei}nAtid,1or school _Jmprovements, both ,1it!: the · physlcal ,plant and i;en1ces o!ff!red. Mr. Beal warned the school BE EMPHASIZED board. • • • BE SAID PARENTS are becoming "increasingly attentive" to tho kind Qf education o!fered their ohll' dren and the physical condition• under Which the children study, These two factors, the schools super, 1ntendent explained,. make careful , planning and management a ne- cessity._ _ _ _,_·_ _ sp:· . :~lc~~°ii:~r;~~ :~\~:: supported institution," the i;chool department was able to close Its 1 0 t~:°i~!nw;tt5~0.?r~;;e!>: deficit. This was due to the fact that, for the first time In many yi:ars, tlhe city council passed the school budget for the full amount requested, superintendent Beal 6a\d. Mr. Beal also told the board more attention must be given to the education of the "60% or 70% ot our hlglh school graduates who do not enter post-secondary schools." He said that this w!ll call for the reorganization and expansion of the work offered In the senior high school. He added that it should also c.a!J for a cooperative arrangement with the Portsmoutb Trade school so !Jhat high i;chool st udents in th e mechanical arts depiirtment are able to receive specific training in ~~ School Department H. N s 'J \")._ Ires ~~c: 8W ~ ecretary \ Miss Lorraine A. deRochemont, · The board also granted The Port•· / I 23, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Laumouth Herald permlsslon to use the . rence deRochemont of 319 Hanover Junior high school gymnasium Jan. · street, la.t night was appointed a 22 for the Golden Gloves boxing school de!)artment secretary by the tournament which the newspaper is Portsmouth board of education. sponsoring. J. D. Hartrord, Herald Miss deRochemont, an employ:? of publisher, advised the board tha t ' .the c. E. Walker and compa11y coal some receipts from the tournamen t firm for nearly five years, will as- will be donated to the Portsmouth sume her new duties Feb. 1 in the office of Schools Supt. Raymond I . , Rehabilitation center and the PortsBeal. She will receive an annual mouth Athletic associa tion. salary of $1,800. John w. Durgin , Jr., a member of Miss deRochemont attended St. the board's schoolhouse committee, Patrick's parochial school and was reported that his group has awarded graduated from Portsmouth high a $3 50 contract to the Beckly-Cardy school In 1943. While attending high company of Chicago fo r curtains at school she was a part-time employe the senior hlgih and Wentworth a trade of their choice. of the Portsmouth Chamber of schools. , The i;uperlntendent further sug- C Th b d t bl t th t ommerce. e oar a ed a mo ion a g ested that groupwork be laid for Superintendent Beal announced the members acquire liability Insurth " possible cooperative program wi l at last night's meeting that the ance at an annual cost of $1.50 each. I the Portsmouth 'n'ade school. He Portsmouth Athle~lc association had The insurance ls similar to that ' raised the possibility that local high a balance or $1 ,330 In Its treasury adopted by the school department's school students may be allowed to I Jan. 1. E. Curtis Matthews, school I faculty last year. use the oohool's facilities In the board member, commended Ath.Jetic • • • event enrollment, which Is now Director Carl Erickson for the "bus!A LETTER was received from the composed mostly of war veterans, ness-llke manner" in which he has Haven Parent-Teacher association decreases. directed Portsmouth high school's bhanking the board for ins talling • • • athletic activities. new ligh ts at the school and erecting "IF THE STATE discovers In the • • • a metal fence around the school's future that enrollment has dropped THE BOARD granted the Coco~ playground. off, perhaps Portsmouth can make Cola Bottling company permission 'l11e board voted to express Its some arrangement so that studenits thanks to. the Portsrr.011th Altrusa in the mechanical arts department to erect a $ 4oo electric scoreboard club for donating a portable dencan u.se the trade school facilities for basketball games at the Junior tlst chair to the school department. and still continue such studies as high llChool gymnasium. Mr. Beal · Mr. Beal announced that PortsEnglish," Mr. Beal explained. reported there ls a possibility that ' mouth's school enrollment now Superintendent Beal also recom- ; the Coco-Cola company may Install totals 3,106. He said that 16 children mended that the present malnten- . a football scoreboard at Alumni field I transferred to other schools during ance program be continued so that this fall. The school superintendent I the past month. all schools may be well lighted and · pointed out that installation of the j ' The senior high school Girls' Hi painted. He suggested, too, that the I scoreboard will entail no expense I club was given permission to use school board consider the possibility for the city. the junior high school for a dance 1 of establishing evening courses in next month. The Sherburne Parentadult education, similar to those In Teacher association also was grantoperation at Tralp academy and In ed use of the building Jan. 19. Exeter. Superintendent Beal Informed Stressing that the past year has the board that the New Hampshire : been one of progress for Ports(4.) The employment of a full- Parent-Teachers association will ' mouth's schools, Mr. Beals listed time dental hygienist and the re- hold a one-day convention at the ! these 1948 highlights in his report: opening of the clinic located in Junior high school in Ap1il. He also I CU State aid amounting to $48,· the junior high school. reminded members that a teachers' 806 made possible the continuance (5.) The Inauguration of a com- workshop will be held next week a t of the department's salary schedule ple te medical examination !or all the Junior high school. I1 and better equipment and supplies students every three years. . ____ without a corresponding tax rate <6.) summer school attendance by Increase. 26 teachers. (2.) Improvement of the scnool (7.) Employment of a full-time bulldlngs in appearance, safety and maintenance man. / lighting. Mr. Beal also Informed the school (3.) 'l'he introduction of a driver board that 16 resignations wexe ac- , education course In the senior high cepted rrnd 19 appointments made school and procurement of an In- 1 during 1948. He assured the board structor's car for u~e in the course. : that in spite of the teacher shortage, all positions were filled with certified candidates and the "high . efficiency of our staff was maintained." I I I I I I I �8\ Local Teachers to Attend Workshop ~ The parents of Portsmouth school children may wonder what to do with their offspring next week but Lhe teachers are going to be busy. A five-day workshop planned by 1he school department Is go.In~ to occupy most of the teachers time. 1 Science Study Advocated For Elementary Schools ':\w.,._ 'L\ "In this scientific age, science has a place In elementary schools." And on that theme Portsmouth's teachers yesterday neared the close of a five-day teacher's "workshop" at the Portsmouth junior high school. The sessions end today. Chief exponent of the scientific attitude toward elementary school teaching was Dr. Raymond Walter, professor of science at Plymouth Teachers college, who spoke yesterday at the workshop. • • • who maintained that national resources are "vital to our living and must be taught In the schools." Mrs. Mary C. Pottenger, elementary schools supervisor in Springfield, Mass., discussed citizenship training. Meanwhile, secondary teachers attending a language arts forum discussed methods of adjusting courses to the needs of all students. An exploratory course was suggested. 1 j The claim that a staggering number of comic books, many of them highly objectionable, are on sale at Portsmouth newsstands was made last night. at a meeting of the Lafayette Parent-Teacher association. Mrs. ChRrles Batcheldrr. reporting for a committee Investigating the sale of comic books here, outlined a positive approach to the problem whereby lists of approved comics and worthwhile books would ee drawn up, school libraries would .be developed and story hours would be conducted• in the schools and the public library. She told her listeners that comic books were not added to juvenile ciellnquency since the sale of such books was on the increase while delinquency was taking a downward swing. • • • "SCIENCE S HO ULD be approach- explained, was a method through through the experiences of boys And girls In their home area," he adclccl. "It should supplement And enrich Rrlthmetlc, reading, art, drama and the social studies." Boosting the necessity of material studies was John Dodge, conservation specialist of the New Hampghire Fish and Game department, Local Educators Urged to Teach 'Salable Skills' · 11 Y\ Development of "salable skill~" •hould be regarded as a foremo~t responslb!llty by school teac•h ers, Earl Little of the state department or education told local teachers assembled for the i;econd day or thrlr "workshop" yesterday. AII students vitally need Guch i:kflls, the supervisor or agriculture and distributive education further advised. To aid such development, he continued. there ls a four-point progrnm that should be followed: CU Increase the number of school system drpartments. (2.) J<,xtend present curricula by offerln!l ~hort unit courses that la5t less than a year. !3.1 Of!er work experience on 1,chool t !me and outside school ho.irs. (4.) Offer unit courses in crafts. Also spraklng to the secondary te<ichers was Edward Sillarl, Keene high ,chool headnrnster, who outlined the rlevelormrnt of the state ll!r. adj11stment commission. Elemrntary school teachers consldrrcd clnssroom program needs ancl hearo Austin Olney, a.sslstant pr•ifess-,r of education at the University flt New Hampshire. discuss vlsu9 J aids In social studies. which work would be adjusted to "the pupil, his needs nncl his abilities, rather than to adjust the pupil to set courses." Secondary English teachers discussed the possibility of a new marking system under which a student would be graded on capacities rather than on a percentage basis. Revision Sought i In English Course I !At High School-s~ complete revision of the present English progrnm olTcrrrl at Portsmouth high school was proposed yesterday at the final session of a week-long teachers' workshop at Portsmouth junior high school. The recommendation made by the Functional Program of Language Arts committee, .o,uggested a basic Enqlish course for sophomores followed by ~Ix elective units of English for srnlors nnd Juniors. Exploratory three-week language courses to be olTered by senior high language teachers to junior high pupils also was advocated. Supt. or Schools Raymond I. Beal addressed the group, expres.o,ing his satL5faction over results obtained during the week . Reports were given by chairmen of the discussion groups. Approximately 150 persons attended each session. • • • A / be spent In committee discussions. Other special consul~ants who are to attend the sessions are Miss Mary O. Pottenger, supervisor ot elementary schools in Springfield, Mass.; Dr. Ray Walter, Plymouth Teachers college, Plymouth; John Dodfie, New Hamp.shire Fish and Game department, Concord. Comic Book Ban Termed ·sci c 'Negative' by Local PTA ' THE TAR GET of the group, It was ed ~CW"'-\', The schedule, made public today by School Supt. Raymond I. Beal, includes lectures, discussion groups and conference with experienced consultants In various fields. Monday Dr. Gertrude M. Lewis, New Hampshire depa1tment of education, will lead an orientation period and the teachers are to form groups according to subjects or grades for committee organization. Tuesday morning Is to be spent in committee workshops !Ind the afternoon will be given over to a lecture on visual aids in social studles by Austin L. Olney of the University of New Hampshire. T II E COl\ll\llTTEE In Its report maintained that a negative approach, the banning of such books, was psychologically unsound and advocated that good books be placed more within the reach of local youngsters. The report also stated that no restrictions are plRced on the sale or comic books here, that there Is no clly ordinance regulating thrlr aales and that the problem Is too 1 great for any • one group to I handle alone. The findings of the committee will be reported ~t the n ext Central PTA council meeting'. Carl Erickson, director of physical education, ouUlned the school physical education program. Miss Joan Stevens described the program from 1 kindergarten through Grade 6 while • ~ Mr. Erickson delineated the system from Grade 5 through senior high r school. Miss Deborah Stone, school principal, reported on a meeting of the Centr(I council which Is planT\ing a Mardi Gras Monday, Feb. 28, at the Portsmouth Community Center. Proceeds will be divided between all elementary . schools t o purchase projectors for the visual education program • • • MRS. ROY PETERSON and Mrs. Jaines Pl~er were named to assist with th" program. Mr. Plmir gave a report on the basketball team and It was voted , t o set up P Lafayette athletic fund. Mrs. Roland Hinkley was named to serve on the Central council ! or two years. The attendance banner awarded to Grade 5. Refreshn.ents were served mothers of Grade 4 pupils, Win~ lndicator~a11\0 Lights Improved .'. Constructed Here At Haven School · Haven school youngsters are to be By Trade School studying under Improved lighting /In Illuminated wind direction finder has been built by local trade school students for Installation at Portsmouth municipal airport. The Instrument-called a "tetrale dron"- urnally costs approximately $2 ,000 bt1 t was built by the trade school for only $200. Similar lo one used at Logan Inlernatlonal airport, Boston, the Instrument Is visible at night from several thousand feet. The work was surervlsed by Th1;1mas J. Downs, ~hr.et metal Instructor, and the only cut to thr city was for material. j conditions within a few days, according to School Supt. Raymond L Beal. The superintendent said that new fluorescent lights are being Installed at that school and that similar lights are to be put in operation at the Whipple and Farragut schools when work at the Haven school is completed. Lights In the three schools are to cost $1,560, Mr. Beal said, and are being /nstalled by Benjamin Gersh of 484 Union street. ~ <:.-... ". . �· tocal Teachers• Told Pay Is Low, Equ.ipment 1 0ld;~, . I Dr. Howard Jones, president of Plymouth Teachers college, yesterday told Portsmouth educators that teachers' pay Is too low, personnel l<, Inadequate and eq1,1lpment obsolete. 1 The state teachers• college head gave these answers to ti)e question, tis Our Educational Program Adequate tor All Concerned In the ,Present Day?" at an opening session ot a teachers' workshop at the junior high school. The !Ive-day seminar Is under t the auspices of the local school depar.tment. Miss Helen Hinman of the state health department addressed elementary teachers on the eating hab- ' 1t.s of school children In Georgia. She explained a recent survey and 1 showed results with a film, "The , School That Learned to Eat." 36 Students Pass Drivers' Tests ✓~ • • • 1Ing the past two years was glv ~ by e- \\ \ partm~nt of education. A revie of the state social studies program was held. Schools Supt. Raymond I . Beal opened the meeting of seco!ary teacher11 and presented R ssell , Leavitt of the state educatio department who outlined the ork• shop ,program. Other topics to be covered I the meetings are salable skills for ocatlon, good health, good citizenship, home membership, consumer . education, methods of science, llternture, art, music and nature, leisure . time and clear expression and rational thinking. Dr., Gertrude Lewis o( the stat "Normal Personality for Child and Adult" was the topic of an address before members of the Frisbee Parent-Teacher association In the Frisbee school In Kittery. 3 '• Comdr. John R. Cavanagh, (MC) '! , -------------USN, psychiatrist at the Ports1 mouth naval disciplinary barracks, outlined the requisites of a normal personality and told of behavior The winter term in Portsmouth's conflicts and characteristics. -' Mrs. Daniel Piche, member.ship schools will end Friday, Feb . . 18, Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal an'l'hlrty-~1x Portsmouth high school chairman, reported six new mem- nounced today. stuctent, v.on their driving "spurs" bers making a total membership of In a bulletin to faculty members, 306 persons. by pas~lr,g state tests given at the Donald Wiggin, Frisbee repre- Beal said that the schools wlli be Feb. 18 to Monday, hl~h school last week. sentatlve to the Kittery Central clo.sed from Fach grnduate of th e high school's PTA council, repc>rted on the pro- Feb. 28. He added that sessions will driver eduratlon course was awa rd ed gres.s of the fluo~lne treatment be- end at the regular time Feb. 18. a certlfk&te which may be ex- Ing given In the town's schools. Beal reminded janitors who are changei for a state driving license Plans were discussed for an auc- doing traffic duty that they should nnvtlme within the next year. tlon and Mrs. Dorothy McCarl,hy be sworn In as special police officers. The tPsts were given by Chief volunteered to serve as chairman. Hr advised them to call at the police Motor VPhlcle Inspector Kennard • • • station at their earliest convenience. E. Goldsmith of Portsmouth a nd FRED FRENCH. chairman of the • • • I Inspectnr Anthony A. DagaStlno of audio-visual committee, reported on TUE TEACHERS were instructed Exeter. a demonstration of audio-visual to devote some time between today 8tudent: receiving certificates machines and e.nnounced another and Feb. 18 for appropriate exerdemonstration will· be held at r.he , cises centered around George 1are Pant Allen, Charles Black, Robert Ch Irk. Edna Cruz, Carol and school next Tuesday. l Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Lorraln~ Dore. Alice Economou, It was voted that each member ' He said that the special topic Elizabeth Elwell, Edwin Frobisher, donate a cup for U1e school cafeteria' tor March In the schools should be Cynthia Ji'ulls, Milton Gersh, Fred and Mrs. Eldridge Wooct was ap- "The Effects of Alcohol and NarHP.11 anct Margaret Harris. pointed to Investigate the cost of cotics on the Human System." Irene Heavner, Inez Hirshberg, new attendance banners. Beal reminded the teachers that Lucme Jette, Norma Kidd, Jean Attendance banners were award- the topic should receive "serious K~thman, Paul Lariviere, Alice Ma- ed to the junior primary room and consldera tlon" In all grades. honey, l<J\leen Mahoney, Patricia to Grade 3. The school official reported that Mahon~y and Dorothy Moody. Mrs. Ralph Sprague. program recent teacher workshops were a Warren Muchemore, Margaret chairman, announced that Foun<i- success. He said that the work acRoi:lbins Ruth Slawson, Evelyn er's day will be observed at a meet- complished should be only the beSmith, Enda Stetson, Maureen Sul- Ing Monday 0 Feb 14 h John ghmlng. He suggested that each llvRn, MP.rilyn Syphers, Edna Ter- ' Moore ot K ittery · wili :i10e; slides I group In the secondary section keep its Identity and cont!nue with the rlo, Shirley Thorndyke, Jeannette on "Old and New Kltter " Vinciguerra Richard Walker, June Gro • y. b RI h study of problems at hand. · up s1ngmg was 1ed y c Beal said that the senior class Weare, All:>Prta Wortman. ard B . Ma th er, pr Inc Ipa I. M rs. Raypiny will be Feb. 18; the Junior mond Hutchins was chairman of the high school operetta, March 25; refreshment committee. and the junior class play, April 22 . ------* ! A HISTORY of workshop accom, pl!shments in New Hampshire ,h,r- Frisbee PTA Members Hear Navy Psychiatrist ...) Teachers Donate $85 to Colleagues In War Areas ?\\~ , A voluntary contribution of $85 for the Overseas Teacher-Relief fund of the National Education association was reported today by the Portsmouth Teachers' association. A spokesman for the local association said the fund Is used to provide food, clothing, books and other educational materials for teachers working in war-devasted countries. It also Is employed In providing opportunities !or teachers in other countries to study American methl ods ot edu_c_a_t_lo_n_._ _ __ Teachers Slated For 'Teaching' -y/\ Teacher Woge . (,\ 1 Peruso I Begins Portsmouth's teachers are ting ready to go to school. get- When the sc-hool bells ring on · Jan. 17 the teachers will be the only ones to answer the clamor - their erstwhile pupils will be on vacation. Feb. 18 Date Set To Close Winter _ Term in Schools -. Closed Session Scheduled on ~ 11/ Teachers Pay A special committee to study wage demands of teachers was named during an executive session of the board of education last night. A demand by Portsmouth teachers School Supt. Raymond I. Beal Selected to confer wit!\ spokes- that their minimum salary level be , today said plans for the week-long men for the teachers were Stowe Increased from $1 ,800 to $2,400 and "workshop" are near completion I Wilder, chairman, Dr. Cornella a reque~t for four "adjustments" In after yesterday's meeting of the :I B. Walker, Mrs. Miriam K . Marge- the salary structure will be consldsteerlng committee with Dr. E. L. son. John W. Durgin, Jr., and John ered by the board or education at Austin of the Rhode Island educe- Seybolt, board chairman. a closed session at 7:30 Wednesday tion department who will be one of Portsmouth teachers have asked night. the principal speakers. that their minimum salary level be ' The four proposed "adjustments" . to increased from $1,800 to $2,400. They presented to the board at a meeting All th e wor ks l1op sessions are · last week a. Id t tl • a1so 1rnve requested that the board , 1e: be he a le jun1or ,111 g11 sc 11001' make four actJ11stmc11ls in the faculty (ll That each teacher lmmedlhe said. salary ~trncture. ately be placed on the 1947 salary Steering committee members are ------schedule according to preparation E. Bliss Marriner, Herbert Hagstrom, and experience. i1iss Margaret Ballard, Rolfe Banis(2) That the maximum salary ror ter, Graham G. Alvord, Herman N. holders of bachelor degrees be set Donegan, "1iss Edna Sheldon and at $3,750 Instead of the present Miss Edna Twombly, $3,000. (3) That the annual salary Increase rate be raised from $100 to I $200. (4) Once the teachers are placed according to preparation and experience that all other experience date from September, 1948. The teachers' also ask that, the hike in minimum levels be made effective as of Jan. 1, 1949. 1 �School Official 'Dumblounde.d'· 1'~3 By Teachers' New Pay ·oemandsj p O r t s m O u t h • s trachers launched a move la.st night to increase their minimum ~alary , level to $2,400, leaving the board of education "dumbfounded" and wondering about the "sacredness" of contracts, Coupled with the minimum salary proposal were four other demands for "adjustments." - (1) •That each teacher immediately be placed on the 1947 salary schedule_ acror.cllng to preparation and experience. (2) Tha.t the maximum salary for holders of bachrlorR degrees be set at $3,750 Instr.ad of the present $3,000. (3) That the annual salary s,,~~:,-e increments be raised from $100 to $200. (4) Once · the teachers are placecl according to preparation and experience that ,a ll other ~erlrnce date from September, 1948. The hike In mlriimum levels would be effective on Jan. 1, 1949. At present teachers with no degrees and those with a bachelor's degree enter the system at $1,800, If they have nu other experience. .One teacher asked toda y, "How would you like to teach here 15 years and still be getting only $2,400? The salary scheclule just doesn't operate and It lakes too long to get a tucher to his proper level." The teacher added, "I hope that board doesn't get the icl!'a we're fooling," adding grimly, "\l'c are not·klcldlng." Although the board \roted to consider the matter on Feb. 16 as a committee of the whole, some members were outspokrn in their d1,munclation of the demands from the 135-member Portsmouth Teachers association. Chairman John E. Seybolt saw the requests as an attempt to "violate a sacred contract." He argued that the teachers had agreed to work through this year at a certain salary ancl are now seeking to avoid fulfilling the contract. He aclrlcd, "And I know for a fnct that prices arc coming down, You don't have to pay as much f~r things as you did a year ag-o.'' , 7 , 1 I E. Curtis l\fatth1:w~ described himself ns "dumbfoundecl" by the teaehl'rs' move for a $2,400 minimum salary. • •s c v c r a 1 teachers have tolcl me how pleased they were with the prrsent salary schedule and I've been taken completely by s u r pr Is e tonight," Matthews said. The Rev. William , Safford Jones observed, "These raises y(l"t are getting' to be a regular 1 thing. I wonder how many times we've increased pay in the last few years." Proposed salary increases for l\lrs. Pearl Gray said she Portsmouth's teachers were dis• thought, "The teachers are forcussed yesterday during a meeting getting one thing. And that Is, of special committees representing that their jobs here are good ' the board of education and local for life as long as they do their ·\ teachers. work. That should be some, School Supt. Raymond I. Beal thing they should consider ' said that no action was taken during carefully.'' the meeting. Lone supportrr of the teach"They just sat around a table and ers was Ral))h A. Lhlo, him~elf discussed the situation," so.id Be~. a , former Portsmouth teacher. Members of the school boa.rd s Llzlo !nslstccl that the board special committee a.re Stowe Wilder, shoultl "slash" top-heavy salchairman, Dr. Cornella B. Walker, aries such as School Supt. RayMrs. Mlrlam K. Margeson, John w. mond I. Deal's SG,000 and raise Durgin, Jr., and John E. Seybolt, the minimums for the teachers. board chalnnan. He urged the board to read the Those on the teachers' committee Conant report on education which, are Miss Katherine P. Flanagan, he said, found that there is too Helen G. Maynard, Eula O. Murray much difference between the sal- and Margaret E. Anderson. aries paid administrators and those '11he teachers have asked tba.t paid teachers. IJhelr minimum salary level be in~ • • • ore-ased from $1,800 to $2,400. Tuey THE TEACHERS CASE was pre- I also have requested that the board Teachers Meet ~ -i. With Board Today j No Action Token \ On Teacher Pay On ~ay Demands _!·.· • • • THE TEACHERS flatly rejected the board of education's latest pro- sented to the board by Herman ~ make four adjustments In the fa,cDonegan, assistant headmast.er at I ulty salary structure. f d the junior high school, and Mlss Beal said that the boaTd O e e~Katherine Flanagan, hlgh school cation's committee will hold lllil English department head. ecutlve sessloo Friday, . Donegan said the aim of the Portsmouth teachers Is to be "brought up .to the level of other communities." He said the 1947 schedule when adopted accomplished that, but since then many com- . ,A special mecllng yes terday bemunlties have gone ahead of Portstween the board of education's mouth. salary committee and representaMiss Flanagan then outlined the tives of the Portsmouth Teachers' five points on which the teachers association wns "very peR.ceful," want adjustment. After the teachSchool Supt. Raymond · I. Beal reers left the room, the board voted ported today. ti> consider the matter later. The two committees negotiated However, before closing discusover teachers salary demands but sion, the board instructed Superin• Superintendent Beal said no detendent Beal to prepare an estimate cisions were made. Beal added there of the costs of approving the teachwas "no friction and everything ers' request. went smoothly." • Beal said that the school board's SEY DOLT OBSERVED, "We should have all that information. It committee will meet April 1 to outseems to me that when we passed line recommendations which will be the 1947 salary schedule, it was dis- presen ted to the entire board at its closed tha-t, If all the teachers regular mee t ing April 12. Yesterday's m eeting at the school stayed on their jobs and were Increased according to schedule, In a department office lasted about an few years we'd be paying $490,000 hour and a h R.I!, Beal said. in salaries annually." He concluded, "We need all the information we can get." The Teachers association was also turned cinwn on a request that mrnt _be left at two courses. She credits Instead of course be used as · added tha, she thought four credits a criteria 1n determining the amount w,.s not P.nough but that the board of summer school study done by an should "go along" with the teachers individual teacher. by making the requirement six Doctor Jones told the board that credits . a delegat!0n of tea.chers met with In other business the board voted thP. ele'llentary and high school to: committee~ to discuss using four ApprnvP use of the junior high credits as a requirement for salary school gymnasium by the faculty on ' increase~ Instead of two courses. Feb. H • • • Permit the Sherburne Civic as- ' DR. CORNELIA D. WALKERsald sociatlon to use the Sherburne she disa~reed with the majority's school on Feb. 16. recommenrlatlon that the requireAccept a report from the Parents Mu.sic club. I School Pay Parley .'Very Peaceful~t) • • I , I I 1 Negotiations over teachers salacy ; demands were to be resuld this : afternoon at a special m jng of the board of education's · ·salary committee and a group representIng the Portsmouth 'reachers' association. The meeting was scheduled for the board of education office in city hall. The school board's committee includes Stowe Wilder, chairman, Dr. Cornella B. Walker, Mrs. Miriam K. Margeson, John W. Durgin, Jr., and 1 John E. Seybolt, board chairman. · Representatives of the teachers are Miss Katherine P . Flanagan, Helen G. Maynard, Eula 0. Murray and Margaret E. Anderson. posal to settle their differences at a mass meeting last week. The teachers said they "could not afford" to Mcept the school Loa.rd's offer and requested that negotia: tlons be resumed. Their demands are: Cl) That each teacher be placed on the 1947 salary schedule in accorda.n ce with his preparation and years of experience, effective next September. (2) The;t the minimum sala.ry be $2,400 inste-ad of $1,800, a.nd that 'this, too;· become·' effective ·ht ·sep-' teinber. (3) That the maximum sala,ry for a teacher with a bachelor's degree be $3,750, ratheT than the present $3,000. And tha,t the other schedules be kept In the same proportion as on the 1947 salary schedule. (4) That tl1e experience on the new schedule be dated from September, 1948. (5) That annual Increases on the new schedule be raised from $100 to $200 until the maximwn has been achieved. THE SCHOOL BOARD ha.a said It is willing to accede partially to the teachers by granting additional , increases to all faculty members until their positions on the present ' salary schedule 8J'e In accordance with their experience and training. A $150 annual Increase now Is granted to teachers who have not been placed In their proper positions . on the salary schedule. Toe. school board says It would grant a.n additional $100 boost for teachers who receive $300 less than I the schedule calls for; $150 for those ' between $301 and $600 behind; and , $200 for teachers receiving from $601 1 , to $900 less than the , schedule 1 stipulates. This proposal was rejected by the , teachers who Insisted that the board accept their original request for a 1 flat $200 annual . increase. I j' �SchoOI Board Will Go Only 'a Little Way' in Teachers Pay Boosts i Although he did not comment on Miss Ruth Conlon was hired as a any of 5peclflc demands made by third clerk in the central office to the teachers, Wilder said that hia committee had two "informative" · replace Miss Heffernan. • • • talks with the teachers' representatives that were "beneficial" to both IN OTHER BUSINESS the board voted to: parties. Approve Mr. Beal's request that he Meanwhile, School Supt. Raymond be permitted to attend a school adI. Beal told the board that Portsministrators' meeting In Philadelmouth spent $166.53 on each of it, phia on March 27 to 31. 3,045 pupl!s In 1948. Permit the Sherburne Civic asso• • • ciation to use the Sherburne school THIS REPRESENTS a $24 Inon March 16. , crease over the 1947 per capita cost Pay bills totaling $4,320.53 when 1 and 1s a $57 Jump over 1944's . per properly vouched. pupil cost of $109.30. Grant use or the Junior high audiPay increases requested by PomInstruction-teachers' salaries, mouth teachers were taken behind books and sup plies - averaged torium for a dancing st:hool exhibithe closed doors of an executive ses- $120.80 per pupil, or 72.5% or the tion on June 5 and 6 and by the sion for deliberation last night by ' total per pupil cost. Operation costs, Catholic Laymen's Retreat league at I a.n unannounc;ed date. , the board of education. such as janitorial salaries and re• Send a note of l!ncouragement to ' pairs, was next at $23.10 per pupil, However, the board informally Inthe Portsmouth high school basketstructed its salary committee to tell or 13.9% of the $166.53 total. Trans- ba!J team before it leaves for the portation and per capita tax took the teachers that it is opposed to Class A tournament tomorrow. "stepping" the teachers up to their 11.4 %, or $18.83, while central o!flce expense was listed at $3.72, or 2.2%. - - -- "correct" places on the 1947 salary The superintendent's fl g u res schedule, it was learned today. · showed that salaries took $112.56 of The board-by a &how of hands- the $120.88 per pupil for Instruction. placed itself 1n 'd irect opposition to Textbook costs amounted to $2.04 the teachers demand for a $2,400 per pupil, supplies, $3.29; and other minimum salary. Members said they expenses, $2.99. Five years ago, salaries cost $78.62 preferred no minimum, leaving the superintendent "free to dicker" with of the $82.88 spent on instruction alone, with textbooks costing $1.10 applicants for jobs. Minimum SalclrY vvvr (l Demand Draws Firm Opposition • • • THEY INDICATED, however, that they would go "a little way" with the teachers by Increasing the maximum salary level for teachers holding bachelor's degrees from $3,000 to $3,200, An unofficial source said the board Is completely determined to oppose . the teachers requests :!or salary im- , provements. Private discussion of the salary schedule changes followed a. brief rePort by Stowe Wllder, chairman of the board's special committee to study the "salary headache." Wilder said his committee had met with a teachers' delegation and was ready to report on the results of the conferences. However, he .said he thought that an executive session I was necessary. The teachers presented their request for pay increases and adjustments In the 1947 salary schedule at the board's February meeting. • • • THE TE'ACHERS claimed • tmi:f' should be · placed immediately 1 1n wage classifications according to their experience and preparation and not have to wait for the "slow process" of the salary schedule. For example, a teacher with 13 years experience and a bachelor's degree would be drawing $3,000. If being paid less than that, the schedule provides annual $150 hikes until the teacher i, 1n the $3,000 bracket. The teachers also asked that the m1nlmum salary level be raised from $1,800 to_ .2,400"-- I per pupil; supplies, $1.46; other expenses, $1.70. In 1944 the total per pupil cost was $109.30. • • • THE HIGHEST per pupil cost was reported In the junior high school where $129,338 was spent In 1948 on 681 children at an average expense of $189.92 each. In the senior high school, a total of $132,945 was expended on 729 students, resulting In a per capita cost of $182.37. However, $215,398.69 was charged to the cost of 1,338 pupils in the elementary schools for an average of $160.99. Lowest of all was the kindergarten where $29,411.23 was spent on 297 children in 1948 at a per pupil cost of $99 .03. Prior to the discussion of per pupil costs, the board accepted the reslgnaitlon of Mrs. Eleanor D. Kell!her as secretary to the superintendent with, in the words of E. Curtis Matthews, "regret and understandIng." • • • ON THE MOTION of Dr. William Bafford Jones, the board voted Mrs. Kelliher two weeks salary in apprecla.tlon of her 11 years of service which terminates on March 15. Superintendent Beal said Mrs. Kelliher will be replaced by Miss Frances Heffernan, wha has been employed by the school department for the past three years. .I I ,::i the Editor : , , \ Because the subject of teachers' 5alarles Is of great importance to parents, taxpayers, teachers and members of the board of education, it Is of great regret to me that your newspaper, In the Issue of March 9, 1949, carried a news story containing Inaccuracies, borderline Inaccuracies, and a tendency towards opinion rather than factual report- I ing.The second paragraph of the story states, "The board lnforjllally Instructed Its salary committee to tell the teachers that It Is opposed to 'stepping' the teachers up to their 'correct' places on the 1947 salary schedule ..." That paragraph ls Inaccurate: The board was not opposed to moving the teachers to their places on the 1947 salary schedule. The board wants very much to have them In their proper place. Because of the large financial outlay, however, It seems ~pprnprlate to make the correction over a period of three to four years. Under a proposed amendment a teacher $100-per-annum out of place would be on the schedule In one year; a teacher $650 (seven teachers In the whole system) would be In his place within three or four years. The third paragraph states, "The board-by a show of hands-placed itself In direct opposition to the teachers demand for a $2,400 minimum salary. Members said they preferred no minimum, leaving the superintendent 'free Lo dicker' with appllcan;s for jobs." The paragraph Is Inaccurate: The board Is not In direct oppo~1llon to the teachers 111 their REQUl!:ST for n $2,400 minimum salary. There Is currently In effect a $1,800 minlmum. No city in New Hampshire has yet adopted a $2,400 minimum. The board ls very sympathetic to an increase, and wishes to authorize the superintendent to oblain competent 1 qualified teachers without tying his hands by adopting a minimum salary. · Your story uses the word "demand". In this respect the Portsmouth Teachers' association Is represented by a salary committee comprised or the Misses Anderson, F'lanigan, Maynard, and Mrs. Murray. These fine ladies have made no "demands" on the board of education. The writer feel s sure that no current member of lhe boarct of education wishes the ~uperlntendent to "dicker" with teacher applic nts for positions in our school system. The fourth paragraph is conect; It unfort11n alely omlls !he maximum salary a vallable to teachers holdi11g master degrees. The flft h paragrnph stale~. "An uno[flclal source snld the board Is completely determined Lo oppose the teachers' requests for salary Improvements." In my opinion, the unofflclal source furnishing this Information to your reporter Is very inaccurate. The fact is that the board or education is working expeditiously to arrive at amendments of lhe . salary schedule ~alisfucto ry lo all , concerned. The sixth paragraph states, "Pri- 1 vate discussion of the salary sched- , ule changes followed a brief report by Stowe Wilder, chairman of the board's speci:i l committee to study the 'salary headache' . " This parn- · graph is a borderline lnnccuracy because many hasty renders of your paper will consider tha~ I' u~cd the phrase ":iula1y headache." I have 110 such approach to the problem . The board's salary committee is cooperating with the teachers' salary committee in an attempt to arrive at constructive solutions. Furlhcr along a paragraph states, "Although he did not comment on any of the specific demands made by the teachers, Wilder said that his committee had two 'infomra tive' talks with the teachers' representatives that were 'beneficial' to both parties." The paragraph is Inaccurate. I said that the board's committee had ONE conference ol two hours duration with the teachers' committee, folowed by two meetings of the board's salary committee (an additional five hours study of salary schedules). The question may well be raised as to whether or not accurate and constructive information was available to 'I11e Herald. It certainly was. The writer requested an executive meeting or the board of education In order that his committeeempowered by motion of the full ' board to negotiate with a duly authorized committee of the Ports- • mouth Teachers' association-might report to the boarct its findings, ob- ' 1 t11in a free expression of opinion In regard to the points at issue, and gain further Instructions and authority from the board· in order to continue to negotiate with the teachers' committee. I I ., �-~1 J!e_ac,hers Ins_1st on · l 5 Plan .For Higher s i,r Salary Scale - The wri ter had spent some 20 hours current careful study on the ' subject of 1Jhe teachers' salary and policy schedule. I am sm-e the superintendent and this writer would have furnished to The Herald ei ther Tuesday evening or . Wednesday morning all the informa tion Available except that which could onl y be offlclRlly released In conferen ce with the teachers' committee . The existing salary policy a nd schedule for public school te achers of Portsmouth, N. H., became effective In Septfnber, 1947. It wns adopted by the boa,rd of educa tion after careful study Rnd conf erence with n teacher.~· committer romprised of Miss Ballard, Mr. Banls_ter, Miss Cross. Mrs. Gilman, and the Misses Mullen find RRlno. Th is sala ry policy and schedule Is iwall·able to an y individual for study. Its purpose was to set up a fair and reasonable schrclulc, nugumrutcd by definite Incentives to ten chers towards professional improvemen t. 'I11e policy In cludes, among other things, a sys tem of credits nvRIIable to teachers on account of travel for professional improvem ent. It pro vides for re co~nltion of ex tra curricular activities. It prol'ldes th a t trnd esmen el ected to teach indu.~Lrln 1 nrl.~ sub.fcr l,5 shnll be i;tlvrn cred it for l.hetr experi r nce In Industry . The policy Includes recognlt.l on of honornble srrvi ce in the a rmed se rvice of the Uni ted Slates. I I •: The policy provides for sabbatical lenvc whereby a tcncher mny be gr:rntccl n le nvc for one year or less for profe.~slonnl study or liravel for prof!'K51on al Improvement.. All of these topics received cRre' ful s tud y two years ago by a comml Uee represen ting the board of educn tlon, nnd the teachers' committ ee. It ls the opinion or this wri te r that proposed amendment.s to the salar y policy and schedule will eliminate some Inequities and provide further Incentives to our teachers. The parent., of Portsmouth can rest assured that the teacher personnel in PorL,;mouth ls of the very best . Our · community need take of! its hn t, to no other city In New Hampshire. I am sure It Is the purpose of thr bonrd or Niucal.lon and t,h e trnrhcrs thrmsrlvcs to krep it that way. STOWE WILDER (EIJl'J'Olt'S NOTr.: The Jlemld's lnrorn11 tlon on the srhool board mcrtln~ In 1111es llon was obtained prl\':tl rl·,r tro,n a :-;ource a~ well quallrlrrl as Mr. WIider. But since the hnH<i lnl'ol<e<I Its frequent cu s tom ,1f cloc;;rtf ctoor~. thr true ,·ersl•m Is known only to that selrrt group. It might be well to point 011t ngaln tn Mr. WIider that a 11ews pa11rr Is lert to Its own devices In roverlng the news when a puhllc body refuses to deal with p11hll c nffalrs In puhllc. The school board ran thrrerore ass11me Its share nl lhl' bl a me for any Inaccuracies that ml~ht ha.·r seeped Into th~ account or In s t week 's merlin(:',) . 1 .... ~~ .... ,,: \ Portsmouth High To Participate Drama Festival~ 1 'Education·Board Move Rejected I~ At Mass Meeting )YVY ' The board stipulated that the teachers must comply with a "barrier" provision In the salary policy and schedule adopted In 1947. Teachers who have not been placed In their proper positions on · , the salary schedule now receive $150 annually until they have reached the maximum salary bracket. But the school board said it ls willing to grant an additional $100 Increment for teachers who receive $300 less than the schedule ca.JJs for; $150 for those between $301 and $600 behind; and $200 for teachers receiving from $601 to $900 less than the schedule provides. These annual Negot!B>tlona over teachers sala.ry demands hit a stalemate yesterdag when the teachers gathered in full strength at a mass meeting Mid !latly rejecte<l the boa.rd of education's la.test proposal to s~tle their differences, inereMell would be in addition to Approxlmn.tcJy 100 members of · present Increments. the Port...miouth Teachers' associa• • tion met at the Junior high school THE TEACHERS turned thumbs aud1torlum and decided they "could down on the school board's offer and not afford" to accept the l!cllool insisted that the board accept their board's offer and requested that ne- original request for a flat $200 angotiations be resumed. nual increase. However, the teachen, said they The teachers also voted against MC willing to mnke one concession another school board proposal which by withdrawing their request that would have boos ted the maximum par increases be retroactive to Ja.n, salary of a teacher with no degree 1. Instead, their proposed b005t.! and two years training from $2,500 would become effective next Sep- . to $2,700; a teacher with no degree , tember. and three years training from $2,• • 700 to $2,900; a teacher with a bachA HINT that the teachers are deelor's degree from $3,000 to $3,200; termined to stand !inn in their and a teacher wi th a master's desalary demands came from Mrs. gree from $3,000 to $3,500. ,, Eula Murray, teachers' salary comThis apparently was rejected bemltitee chairman, wiho tersely Mlcause it did not meet the teachers' nounced, "There were no further demand that a faculty member with modifications to the original rea bachelor's degree receive $3,750 quests." maximum, instead of the $3,000 at The teachers proposals are: present. The school board's offer (1) That eaoh teacher be placed 1 was $550 less than the teachers had on the 1947 15alary schedule in a.c- 1 requested. cordance with his preparation and 1 Another school board proposal which met opposition wns one which ycnrs of experlence, effective next would give School Supt. Raymond September. I. Beal the authority to "dicker" (2) T11dt the minimum salary be $2,400 Instead of $1,800, and that ' over snlnrles with job applicants. • • • this, too, become effective in SepUNDER PROVISIONS of the tember. salary schedule, newcomers receive (3) That the maximum salary for a minimum of $1 ,800 but the tea cha teacher with a bachelor's degree ers want that boosted to $2,400. be $3,760, rather than the present The board's attitude is apparent $3,000. And that the otiher schedules by lt.s desire to include the following be kept In the same proportion as article in the salary policy: on the 1947 salary schedule. "The superintendent shall be au .. (4) That the experience on the lhorized to contract with a m,w new schedule be dated from Septeacher at a salary determined at tember, 19~8. his discretion ." (5) That annual increases on the new sohedule be raised from $100 to $200 until the ma.xlmum hM been achieved. • 0 • • I • • • AFTElt CONSlDERING the orl- 1glnal demands, the school board announced it was willing to accede partially to the teachers by grantIng additional increases to all !acuity members until their positions on the present salary schedule nre In accordnncc with their experience and training. Portsmouth high 11chool and Hampton academy will be among seven New Hampshire schools 1n DUTham tomorrow pa.rtlclpating In the New Hamp,shla-e drama festival sponsored by the university of New Hampshire extension service. Portsmouth hlgh's entry in the 1 I contest will be "The Happy Jour, ney" by Thornton Wilder. I The cast, under the direction of Graham C. Alvord of the PHS faculty, will include Jeannette Vinciguerra, George Emery, Paul Sla,wson, Beverly Pebrlllo, Rosemary Ca.pone and Ernest Abrahamson. Jo-Anne Pelkey, Robert Luther, Priscilla Hoyt, Fred JeraJds, Norma Marston, Gwen Spear and Berna.rd Campbell of Hampton academy will pre.sent "High Window" by Verne Powers. The Hampton students will be d1rected by Mrl!. Helen K. BTOwn, The two best acted productlom wlll go to the New England fe.stlval to be held in Ma,rblehead, MMS., Jn May. Board to Studynv{ Teacher Wages i A special committee to consider salary hikes requested by Portsmouth teachers ls scheduled to report tonight to the board of education at 7:30. The salary Increase issue ls expected to be the major item on the boards agenda. Last month, a teachers' committee anpearect before the board to ask that $2,400 be set as the minimum salary paid Instead of the present $1,800. The teachers also asked that they be "placed Immediately" In their corrective brackets on the salary schedule adopted in 1947 by the board. The salary brackets are. based on yen.rs of teaching experience and preparation. The teachers contend • , that the schedule is not working \ out." • �ould Boost lo~al ·school Aid~ blll A now under consideration by the state Legislature would increase 'Portsmouth's annual shure of state school aid about $10,000. ';['he legislation-now in commlttee-!-would boost this year's appropriation from $48,000 to $58,000. The legislation Is sponsored by the state education department. Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal said that if the b111 1B approved, Portsmouth's sh!lre would average about $150,000 within eight or 10 years. . The legislation provides tor the distribution of state aid on an equalization basis. It would empower the state education board to establish a.nd amend a formula to distribute the aid on the basis of the school district's need and Its ability to support its own program. t ....____ -- Education Board Del~ys Naming C1{) _ Shaw Successor '/ Appointment of a new school 1 • board member to succeed the late I John O. Shaw may be delayed for several weeks or his unexpired term may remain unfilled for the rest of the year. This was Indicated today by Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal who said he was studying what action would have to be taken before a successor could be named. Not since 1933 has the school board had a vacancy and at that •time the post was filled by the city ·council. Beal said he believed that the council again has the authority to name a successor to Mr. Shaw who died last week. • • • that he believed the board of education would have • to off!clally notify the council before any action could be taken. He said that the board of education "probably" would adopt a resolution on Mr. Shaw's death at a regular meeting next Tuesday night. Beal expressed doubt, however, that the board would recommend appointment of a su'ccessor before several weeks "out of irespect for Mr. Shaw." The school superintendent said there Is a possibility that the council may not appoint a successor at all, leaving the post unfilled until the end of the year when Mr. Shaw's term was to expire. Board Chairman John E. Seybolt said he thought it was "too early" to consider a new member. • "We usually wait a few months before taking any action," Seybolt explained. BEAL ADDED THE PORTSMOUTH SALARY schedule provided an $1,800 minimum for a bachelor's degree, but the board of education has since Indicated that It prefers to set no minimum. 1 Comparative salaries for bachelor's degrees reported by the teachers are listed below: Local Teachers Publish Salaries, Hit 'Differences' (jJJ ~ Maximum l\linimum $4,350 $2,100 $4,000 $2,000 $3,800 $2,000 $3,800 $2,000 $3,700 $2,000 $3,700 xxxx $3,600 $2,000 $3,500 men $2,600 $3,200 women $2,200 $3,300 $2,000 Manchester $3,200• none• Portsmouth $3,000.. $1,800 .. Laconia Hanover Concord Dover Keene Claremont Rochester Berlin Portsmouth's teachers today authorized publication of their present salaries as evidence that the 1947 salary schedule Is "not workIng." Wide dlscrep~ncles between the 0 That the minimum salary be $2,400 Instead of $1,800, and that this, too, become effective In September. (3) That the maximum salary tor a teacher with a bachelor's degree be $3,750, rather than the present $3,000. And that other schedules be kept In the same proportion as on the 1947 salary schedule. (4) That the experience on the new schedule be dated from Septem' ber, 1948. (5) Tpat annual Increases on the new schedule be raised from $100 to $200 until the maximum has been achieved. various salary levels make "average" figures almost lmpooslble to "Proposed obtain. ••Now In effect The differences range from two • • • teachers, each with 41 years ex- THE POR'fSl\'IOUTH TEACHERS perlence, who each receive $2,450, recently presented lhe board of eduto two one-year teachers who are cation with their request for a being paid $2 ,500. minimum of $2,400, a ~3,750 maxiAccording to the schedule, the mum for !'- baohelor's degree, and two veterans each should be re- that salary increments be increased celvlng $3,000 nad the two newl to $200 until the maximums have teachers $1,900 each, been reached. 1 . • • • A counter offer from the school 1 TltE TEACHERS also published board of a $3,200 maximum for a bhe salary schedules of nine other bechelor's degree and 13 years excommunities which show Ports- ' perlence and no mmimum was flatmouth at the bottom or the list, ly rejected by the teachers. 1 behind such cities of comparable ' They agreed only to a school board size as Dover, Berlin, Rochester, proposal that changes in llhe salary Keene and Claremont. schedule take ef!oct on Sept. 1, 19-19, !Portsmouth also trails smaller Instead of being retroactive to Jan. tl h Laconia and 1, 1949, as previously requested by commun l es sue a 6 Ith e t each ers. Hanover. l In the listing of 106 teachers' salaries, the Portsmout,h Teachers association cited as an example of the "failure" of the 1947 salary schedule, the case of teacher with 19 years experience v.ho is being paid $2,l!OO a year, The salary schedule provides a $3,000 maximum for that teacher and In order to reach It he Is beIng paid an annual increase of $100 a year, plu.s $50. The teachers point out 'that if the salary sclledule stays In effect, the teacher will not reach the maximum for another five years and at that time will have 24 years of experience. • • • .AS A COMPARISON, the associa- tion cites the case of a teacher who Is being paid $2,800 although with five years experlEnce his proper place on the schedule Is $2,400. In addition, the teachers claim that no woman are among the "handful" of teachers now receiving the $3,000 maximum attained at the end of 13 years. ~ .«tV co~tend , that the salaries paid In the nine other communities show that Portsmouth's teachers are "not among the best paid In the state." The schedules operating In the other cities and towns range from a $4,350 maximum paid In Laconia to Portsmouth's low of $3,000. In Berlin-where. the "double standard" prevails . - the highest minimums are offered. New men teachers are paid $2,600 and women, l $2.200. • • _• _ Teachers Learn Fate of Salary i\1 Demands Tonight A two-month drive for salary Increases by Portsmouth teachers will reach a climax tonight when a special committee reports to the board of education at lts regular monthly meeting. Gathering at 7:30 at the school department's city hall office, the board will hear recommendations of Its five-man salary committee and Is expected to take final action on the salary demands which would swell the school department's 1949 budget by about $50,000 If approved In their entirety. The school board committeecomposed of Stowe Wilder, chairman, Dr. Cornella B. Walker, Mrs. Miriam K. Margeson, John W. Durgin, Jr., and John E. Seybolt, board chairman-has been studying the salary situation since the teachers presented their requests Feb. 8. • • • THE SPECIAL SCHOOL board I committee and spokesmen for the teachers have held several meetings since then but have failed to meet complete agreement. The teachers proposals are: (1) That each teacher be placed on the 1947 salariy schedule in accordance with his preparation and years of experience, effective next September. • • • THE SCHOOL IlOA&I\ consider- ed the demands last month and announced tpat It was willing to accede partially to the teachers by granting additional lncreoses to ail faculty members until their positions on the present salary schedule are in accordonce with their experience and training. The·-Schoo1 · board, stfpulatcJ thitt the teachers must comply with a "barrier" provision In the salary policy and schedule adopted In 1947. Teachers who have not been placed In their proper positions on the salary schedule now receive $150 annually until they have reached the maximum salary bracket. But the school board said It is willing to grant an additional $100 Increment ~or teachers who reeel ve $300 less than the schedule calls for; $150 for those between $301 and $600 behlnd; and $200 for teachers receiving from $601 to $900 less than the schedule provides. I • • • THESE ANNUAL INCREASES, the board decided last month, would be In addition to present Increments. Whether tihe school board will revise its offers at tonight's meeting remains to be seen. At a mass meeting last month, the teachers rejected the board's "Increment offer" and Insisted that It accept their original r equest for a flat $200 annual increase. The teachers have also voted against another school board offer . which w0uld have boosted the maximwn solary of a teacher with no degree and two years tratning from $2,500 to $2,700; a teacher with no degree and three years training from $2,700 to $2,900; a teacher with a bachelor's degree from $3,000 to $3,200; and a teacher with a master's degree from $3,000 to $3,500. ... THE BOARD'S PROPOSAL ap- parently was opposed because It did not meet the teachers' demand that a faculty member with a bachelor's degree receive $3,750 maximum, Instead of the $3,000 at present. The school board's offer was $550 less than the tea.chers had requested. The school board also will hold its annual election of teachers at tonight's meeting but will delay setting salaries !or next year until the present salary controversy is settled, according to School Supt. Raymond I. Beal. Approximately 135 teachers have been nominated by the board's high school committee. • • • I I �- .l O'l'IIER BUSINESS, the board , 1s .scheduled to adopt a resolution concemJng the recent death of 1 School Board Member John c Shaw, · ,l But the board ls expected to delay rn:t,-i~ action on a successor for several weeks or his unexpired term may remain unruled !or the rest o! the 1 year. The board must notify the The condition o! the antiquated,/ Fourteen Portsmouth Junior high I single-room Plains schoolhousecouncil th at a. vacancy exists before school students today were learning the council appoints a successor. one o! Portsmouth's few remnants what makes their city government of the old three R's and famed lick. golden rule days-will be investigat\\'\·, The students visited city hall and ed by City Manager Edward c. Pe- 1 were assigned to various municipal terson. departments where city officials exArising from their chairs in triThe city councll Instructed Peterplained their functions. The stubute, ·Po:'tsmouth's board of e-ducason last night to launch a. 5tudy dents are all members o! the civics ter a military orgnnlzf\tlon offlclal tion In st night adopted a resolution department which ls supervised by snld the bufldlng ls "falllng apart" concerning the r ccnt death of Ruth V. Johnson. and hazardous to the many chfldren 1 School Board Member John c. Shaw The students and the depart- I who use lt for social meetings and but took no action on his successor. A boRrd of education member last ments they visited were Daniel a play area. It is expected that the board either night challenged the "right" of the Grady and Robert Jones, city auditBuilt In 1845 and left vacant after . will requPst the city council to apWomen's Christian Temperance / or: Richard Rossley and Sheridon more modern schools were con, point a successor within the next Union to "preach against lfquor" in Crabtree, city treasurer; Diane Genstructed, the old, red-brick bulldlng • few weeks or leave Mr. Shaw's unPortsmouth's schools. estreti and Beverly Wilcox. city , was the center of lengthy discussion expired term unfilled for · the rest Claiming that it was solely the reclerk; Elizabeth Splaine, Robert of the year. after Andrew Stanclsco of 50 Myrtle sponsibllfty of the parents, John w. Hartson and Margaret Philbrook, Durgin, Jr., demanded that School avenue, commandant o! Ranger deDrawn up by the Rev. William school superintendent; Frederick Supt. Raymond I. Beal explain why tachment, Marine Corps league, re- Safford Jones, D. D., the resolution Estey and John Driscoll, pollce de- • quested that the council lease the is as follows: members of the WCTU were allowed partment; Barbara Rawding and to lecture to Po1tsmouth school chll- building to his organization. "TJ1e death of John C. Shaw was Joan Fredette, city manager; and • • • dren. a distincL loss to the board of eduRobert Weston, fire department. S'fi\NCI CO PORTRAYED the Explaining that he became Intercation. He was consclen·tious and Later th,e ·students were to be adested In the action after reading n building as dilapidated nnd promised dependable and he brought to the dressed by City Manager Edward C. that hi~ orgnnlzatlon would handle story In The Porl1mo11lh Herald nbout cielibcral.ion.~ of the committee on Pctersou 1111d were to visit the cen- 1 dlrrly-nccded repairs If allowed to school houses and educational mathe WCTU's school visits, Durgin tral fire station to Inspect equiple:ise it. added: terials the sound Judgment of a ment. Emphasizing that the city has not successful !Ju.5inessman. • • • mnlntalned the building, Stanclsco "AS FAR AS my chlldren are con"Every member of the board realcerned, I think I can explain to said that it ls In such "bad condi- izes his deep interests 1n the efthem what the effects of alcohol are tion" that he would not send his ficiency of our teachrrs and the without help from anyone else." own chfldren there to play. 1 welfare or our pap1ls." Durgin nskect Superintendent Beal On motion of E. Curtis Matthews, The Marine Corps league, accordhow the WCTU obtalned permission Ing to stancfsco, would renovate the entire board aro.c;e from their Robert E. Whalen, 27, of 43 Whipto visit the schools and speak to the the structure and la ter use It In its chairs nncl unnulnrnusly adcpted the ple court, vice president of the youngster-". resolution. campaign to battle Juvenlle delfnChamber of Commerce, today an• "The board of education hasn't quency In Portsmouth. He added nounced his candidacy for the board authorized lt since I've been here," I that his organization plans to sponor education next·November. Durgin complained. sor youth projects and Is ln need Past president of the Exchange Beal explalned that the practice of 'a headqu1trters. club and chairman of the Chamber has been In effect for several years Councllman Mary C. Dondero of Commerce retail board, Whalen and emphasized that the WCTU said she agreed with Stanclsco that will seek one of six positions 011 the members do not lecture but "arc school board. it ls in "deplorable" shape. She Introduced to the pupils by the added that not only ls the building • • • teachers." falling apart but lts conditions are THE TERMS of Chairman John He said the WCTU's school visit.~ uns1tnltary for the 4-H groups and E. Seybolt, Marlon M. Badger, Pearl are In conjunction with a state eduother youth organizations meeting S. Gray, James E. Whalley, Stowe cation department's program to there at present. Wilder and the late John C. Shaw !nmfllar1ze school chlldren with the wlll expire this year. • • • effects or liquor on the human body. l\lRS. DONDERO maintained, Whalen was an unsuccessful canHe added that the progrnm Is In"The city owns the schoolhouse and dlda,te for the school board in Portsmouth area schooJ boards itiated each Mnrch. should keep it ln shape.'' November, 1047. He declined to run, wlll meet at Dover J1lgl\ school at Ben! said WCTU mrmbrr.c; mny Then Councilman Roland I. Noyes however, In a special election a 6 :30 pm Aprfl 21 to form a Southsay "a worci or two but do not lecsuggested that Peterson study the month later under the council-maneastern New Hampshire School ture." matter, and his motion Ignited a ager form of government. • Board association. • • • brier verbal flareup between Mrs. Manage!' of a com1etlcs &tore, School ofrfcials from Portsmouth, DURGIN POINTED TO Cl~y Dondero and Councilman Wllllam Whalen also is a member of the Rochester, Somersworth and Dover Councllman Richman S. Margeson, J. Llnchey. board of directors of both the Comhave bec>n invited to aUend. who wns seated In the meeting room, munity Chest ancl American Red Mm. Dondero said sho believed Dinner will be served in the Dover and asserted with a smile: Cross campaigns. \ · r.:i r· that ~he council's lands and buildings high school cnfeterla followed by a "Don't you think It would be bet• • • ,.J committee should work with Peterdiscussion on plans. ter if the IIS.Slstant mayor (MnrgeIIE IS THE SON of Mr. anct Mrs. son l or myself aid lt?" son ln hts investigation o! the Officials say the purpose of the reMichael J. Whalen of 717 Wood- · school's condition. glonal organization wllJ be to consl"I would like to ht'Rr Just what bury avenue and Is married to the "The committee hasn't been very der mutual problems concerning the WCTU members have to sny to former Bette Whittaker. He and his active lately," Mrs. Dondero re- ' 1 educational as well as athletic ma.tthe children," he continued "I'd lfke marked wlth a smirk. ters. wife have two sons, Gregory, three, to go along on one of those tours Councilman Llnchey, a member and Leslie, 10 months. to the schools some dny. In fact, I of the committee, was obviously think I wlli next yenr." Whalen attended Portsmouth high Irked by Mrs. Dondero's statement. , school, Tilton Junior college and The Rev. WIil lam Salford Jones, Llnchey said angrily: preparatory school, and Duke uniD.D., said he was made nn honor- 1 • • • versity. He left Duke ln 1942 to Join ary member of the WCTU several "I THINK Mr. Peterson Is cathe army air forces and remained years ago nnd he expressed his bepable or taking care o! 1t. That's in service for three years before his lle! that the organization has "no what we hired him for." "We have no more committees. discharge as a second lieutenant. set program to Indulge In propaganda." "Well, what do we have commit- They're Just a Joke." tees for?" Mrs. Dondero Inquired. Paterson dld not expand on hts He maintained that the women Councilman Frank E. Paterson statement and the discussion ended. did not speak to the children unless Thu.s, the Marine Corps league Invited to do so by the teachers. j / answered with a chuckle: must await Peterson's study of !ihe .schoolhouse before any definite action ls taken on Its request. ,Studen_ts Visit ... . . -~ . .City_Hnfl .for .(f 1 Civics' learning Plains School ho Use 'Hazard' to Children Board in Tribute 13 To John C. Shaw'•/ WCTU Challenged On Right to Talk In Local Schools a!- / 0 I I Whalen to Run For School Board School Board~,~·\ Of Are·a fQ Form District Association i I �Teachers Win Only Part of Demands; i. P.ay Hike May SWell Budget $5,000 l { I \ \ '... r.portsmouth's board of ed~cationi last night presented teachers with the apple of their salary demands but the offer appeared to lack the polish the teachers had expected. Acceding partially to the teachers' demands after dickering for two months, the board approved a new salary schedule which will swell this year's $547,981 school budget I))• approximately $5,000 and result In an average annual increase or $l5,000 for the next three ye11 rs. The new salary structure pro,vldes: (1) A minimum salary or $2,000 Instead of the present $1,800. (2) :That the maximum salary for a teacher with a bachelor's degree · be $3,500, rather than the present . I $3,000. (3) That the maximum salary for a teacher with a master's degree be $3,700, instead of the present $3,200. motion was defeated when no one supported it. The board later spurned another attempt by Llzio to sat.isfy • the teachers by falling to support a second amendment which would have placed lhe faculty members on the 1947 salary schedule immediately r ather than over a period of three board's finance committee was authorized to seek additional funds from the city council to finance the Increases. Lone opponent· to the new schedule was Llzlo, who maintained that It will be three years before the teachers are placed In a "justifiable" position. "It looks like we're selling fut.ures on the graln market," Llzio insist.ed. Acting Chairman Stowe Wilder supported the board's action by offering this example: "There are seven teachers who are a little more than $600 off the schedule. Now they w!ll receive $200 additional Increments, plus the $100 regular Increase, making their raises $300 yearly. In three years they will receive $900." '" I think that's very reasonable," Wilder told the committeemen. • • • That annual Increments .1 'l \· held little hope for his motions. When the Reverend J ones asked him to explain 1 School Supt. Raymond I. Beal has been named amendments, he murmured: "It makes no difference they won't president of the Ports- Ipiouth Rotary club. pass anyway." Other officers, elected by the Before the board took final action on the increases, E. Curtis Matthews board of directors and announced asked Beal whether he thought the at yesterca:l's meetmg at the Rocknew salary structure was ·'fair and ingham hotel, are: Dr. John H . Sprague, vice presijust." "I don't think we should put him dent; Mo:-ris H . Berry, secretary; on a spot," Interjected J ames E. Herbert R. Hagstrom, treasurer, and Edward L. Paterson, 1>Crgeant-atWhalley. But before the board could con- arms. The ooard · of directors includes sider Wh aliey's remark, Beal exSamuel It. Blabtlell, r etiring presiplained: "I've gone along with the com- dent, Mr. neal, n.ock!ng!tam Coun- 1 mittee and have agreed to give it ty Solicit.or Wyman P. Boynton, the Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector of St. my support." Earlier In the meeting the Rev- John• .~ Episcopal church, Dr. erend J ones Informed the board Sprague aud Dr. Thomas B. Walthat the high school baccalaureate ker. services will be held June 19 at the • • • Unlversalist-Unltarian church with 1 THE NEW OFFICERS will asthe Rev. Vivian Pomeroy of Milton j sume their duties July 1. as principal speaker. I Charles Donaldson of south . Portland , Me., showed a film on GRADUATION EXERCISES will automotive sports assisted by Rusbe June 23 and the annual high sell T. Feue1•han of Portsmouth. school reception June 24 at the Rupert Harvey was program chairJunior high school, he added. man. In ot,hcr business the board: Val entine D . Mathes and Bruce M. Tlbllo, bot.h of Dover, were visitors. Guests were V. Christman Granted Teacher Walter H. Harof Hampton Falls, Howard Noyes greaves a leave of absence. and J ohn L. Scoll, both of Ports• Accepted an invitation from the mouth, John Brooks of Hampton Sherburne Civic associat.ion to atand John Smith of Port.smouih tend a supper April 20. Grant.::d the Parenls Music club hi gh school. permission to use the Junior high sohool auditorium May 6. Postpone,:! action on a proposal to give S11pc:ri11te11ctent Beal authority to allow use of school buildings to organizat.10ns. . . ~ Voted to send a letter of appreciTabled a pet1t1011 ,rom the Je- · ation to the Portsmoutl lodg f h?vah Wit.nesses to use the Ju~ior Elks tfor a recent $500 d~natio~ ~ high school aud1tor1um for rellg1ous the dental clinic services. Voted to send ~ letter of appreci~ranted •.he Sherb~rne PTA per- ation to Dr. Thomas . MacFarlane mu;~10n_ to use the Jumo; high school for his services to the Portsmouth aud1tonum for children s plays next high school athletic teams. Oct. 31, Feb. 13 and March 20. Accepted · an invitation from the Iii * ,;c Sherburne PTA to attend a meeting AUTHORIZED JEANNE .....TE and of the organization tonight. Gerard Chamberlain to use the Voted to send representatives to Junior high school auditorium for a meeting of Dover, Rochester and a recital June 5. Somersworth school boards at the Grantt;d t.he Methodist Church Dover high school April 21 for the Guild permi1,sion to use \,he Junior purpose of esLabllshlng a district high scl~ool auditoriwn for a play school board organization. April 29 and 30. Voted to allow Physical Director Carl E. Erickson and his assistant Joan Stevens, to attend a health convention In Boston April 21 and / 22 with expenses paid. LIZIO OBVIOUSLY ''W H A T OBJECTIONS would there be to putting the teachers depending on the difference between on the schedule right away?" L!zlo the salary the teacher now receive Inquired. "That means a big Increase In and his or her position on the 1947 any man's language," replied Wildsalary schedule. er. • • • Superintendent Beal explained THE NEW WAGE structure was adopted over persist.ent opposition that It would mean $45,000 extra , by Ralph A. Lizio, a fr>rmer teacher. In the 1949 budget alone. 1 who . described the offer as "unjust" Beal also offered several explana( to the teachers. He made two vain Uons on how the board's offer would attempts to Increase the board's ofbenefit the faculty members. _ter. He said there is one teacher now 1... The teachers had demanded that receiving $2,950 although the schedh ne minimum salary !or a newcom- ule calls for $3,500. The teacher ' er be $2,400 but the board's special would receive $150 this year, plus salary committee slashed the request the regular $100 Increment voted , by $400. last year, giving her a total inThe.school board also reduced the crease of $250. He said this Is $100 · teaoheNI' demands that the maxl- · less than she should be getting ac 1mum salary of a teacher with a cording to the schedule. , baohelor's ctegree be $3,750. Instead, Another teacher, Beal said, Is the board offered $500 more than the receiving $300 less than the schedpresent $3,000 maximum. ule provides and would receive $200 The board failed to reach comof this difference in 1949 alone. plete accord with the teachers over Total annual Increases, Beal ex, Increments. The teachers had replained, will be approximately quested a flat $200 annual increase $25,025 or an average of about $225 until the maximum had been annually for each teacher who is I achieved. receiving less than the 1947 salary But instead, the board granted schedule provides. . an additional $100 Increment for Later, Wilder pointed out that a teachers who receive $300 less than new teacher can start at $2,000 and the ..schedule calls for; $150 for those $3,500 annually after 15 years. between $301 and $600 behind; and • • • $200 for teachers receiving from $601 "WILL THIS SATISFY the to $900 less than the schedule proteachers?" asked the Rev. William ' vides. Safford Jones, D. D. These annual Increases will be In "It certainly should," answered 1 addition to the present Increments. Wilder In a hopeful tone. Llzlo again Insisted: , THE TEACHERS had asked that "The teachers want what they they be placed on the 1947 schedule asked !or and no less." immediately, but after School Supt. A! t er considerable discussion, Raymond I. Beal announced that Lizlo asserted : It would mean about a $45,000 boost "I think the teachers are a conIn this year's record-breaking budget, servative group. I think their rethe board decided that the system quests are justifiable." be adopted over a period of tJhree It was then that Lizio moved years. that the board boost the minimum The new salary structure will besalary !rom $1,800 to $2,400 as the come eff«:~l~e_ln_September and__!,_h':_J teachers had requested. But his (4) range from $100 to $200 annually, School Chief Beal . Elected ,. President of Rotary Here I ... I I I I �Salary Hike Expected As Beal Is ReeleC\ed The board of education last night reelected Raymond I . Beal superintendent of schools and indicated that his $6,000 annual salary may be increased. Head of the local school system since 1946, Beal was returned to the post by unanimous vote an d the boa rd referred his salary to its tu:1ance committee for investigation and recommendations at the May meeting. I Beal's salary came under consideration as the board prepared to vote on his return to office. As Beal walked from the meeting , room into his private office while the board members registered their votes, Ralph A. Lizio Inquired: "How much of a salary do you receive, Mr. Beal?" Beal said his salary amounted to $6,000. He receives $3,725 annually from the city and another $2,275 Fluorine Team Begins Treatfflents "Wider, please!" That was the theme at the Portsmouth Health center as the fluorine dental clinic open·ed this morning. Sponsored by the state board of health and the local school department, treatments are to ue given by Miss Susan Butterfield of Rutland, Vt., assisted by Mrs. Patricia Mac- Donald, dental hygienist for Portsmouth schools. Schools Supt. Raymond I . Beal an nounced that the fluorine application owuld not start until tomorrow because of a delay In the arrival of fluorine here. Today was to be spent cleaning teeth. Belief that the clinic might take longer than orlgtnally planned wa.s expressed by Mr. Beal who said a second hygienist from the state health department was unable to be present. The unit, equipped to handle between 100 and 200 children a day, is scheduled to be In Portsmouth 10 weeks. from the stat~. Beal explained. Questioned by Committeeman E. Curtis Matthews, Beal also explained that there are 17 other New Hampshire school superintendents who receive more money than he does. He also pointed out that Portsmouth's school department is among the seven largest in the state. • • • SAID he didn't think BeaVs salary was "high enough" as CO!llpared with other school officials in the state. MATTHEWS When Beal continued on into his office, Lizio, who lnslsted at a meeting in F ~bruary that the board "slash" top-heavy sala1ies such as Beal's, remarked softly : "That's too much for what the poor teachers are getting." Lizio's statement" went unanswered by the •">ther board members until several minutes later when P earl S. Gray assarted: "You cannot compare a superintendent's responsibilities with those of a teacher." At the concluslon of the meeting Matthews explained to a Portsmouth Herald reporter: "Most of the board members feel Mr. Beal should be given more money, and I think he'll get it, too." • • • of the Junior high school before his election to the school superintendent's post in July, 1946, to succeed Harry L. Moore who resigned because of ill health. BEAL WAS PRINCIPAL I • ,#' ' • OPE WIDE-A fluorine dental clinic opened this m ornlng .at the Portsmouth health center. • Shown above are, left to right, Mary SaEni of 239 Cass street, Miss usan Butterfield of Rutlan d, Vt., dent.al hygienist ; Norma Spinney of 15 Langdon street and Zoeann Syphers of 60 8 State street, The youngsters are from the Whipple school. (Port■mouth Herald photo) J , . I I I �City Teachers Scorn · CJf Wage Compromises; Ask Council Decision qo If II (3) Th•t th, maximum ,a\,ef fo, ·· "Acco,ding to the pmpo"d pl,n a tea.clher with a bachelor'a degree for teacher retirement, when a be $3,750, rather than the present teacher has reached her retirement $3,000, and that other i;ched'llles be age or completed the necessary kept in the same proportion AS on years of teaching (40 years> , she will the 1947 salary schedule. A faculty receive one-half of the average salmember with a bachelor's degree ary of the last five years. Thus would receive a maximum of $3,500 teacher No. 1 (the aforementioned and a teacher with a master's de- teacher with 41 years experience) gree would get $3,700, rather than will have to teach from September, the present $3,200 under provi.slona 1955 until June, 1960, before she can receive an annual pension of $1,Portsmouth teachers were stand- o! the board's proposal. 750. By this time she will have ing firm today in their original sal(4) That the experience on the taught for 52 years." ary demands and announced they new schedule be dated from SepThe statement further explained would carry their battle over the tember, 1948. The school board 1 that a teacher with 19 years exheads of the board of education to made no offer on this demand. perience, receiving $2,200, would the city council. (5) That annual boosts on the reach the maximum on the 1947 At a mass meeting yesterday the new schedule be $200 until the max- schedule in September, 1952. In teachers spurned any compromise !mum has been achieved. But the ' September, 1956, it was claimed, the with the school board which last · school board proposed that annual teacher would reach the proposed week acceded only partially to their inc.reases range from $100 to $200 maximum of $3,500. requests. annually, depending on the differ'By this time she will have taught For the second time in a few weeks ence between the salary the teacher for 27 years. According to the 1947 the teachers authorized publication now receives and his or her position schedule she should now be receivof a formal statement "clarifying" on the 1947 salary schedule. ing $3,000, she wUl have to go to their demands and explaining their • • • ' summer school in order to pass this reasons for rejecting the school THE BOARD approved an addi- barrier, and again two years later." board's latest compromise offer. tional $100 increment for teachers • • • who receive $300 less than the 1947 AN ESTIMATED 90 members of schedule calls for; $l50 for those the Portsmouth Teachers' associa- between $301 and $600 behind; and tion gathered at the Junior high $200 for teachers receiving from school yesterday afternoon and un$601 to $900 less · than the schedule animously voted to: provides. These annual increases (1) Flatly reject the latest school , ,vlll be in addition to the present board offer. ) (2) Request that the board grant · increments. Mrs. Miriam K. Margeson, PortsThe teachers must comply with a mouth board of education member, their original requests. (3) Ask the board of educa.tion to barrier clause in the schedule before last night was elected vice president present the original requests to the they can advance, the board 1111.Ved. of the Southeastern New Hampshire city council for its approval or This provides that a teacher must School Board association at an ordisapproval. present credits for two college - or ganizational meeting at Dover high The teachers claimed that they university courses, one of which school. already have conceded "quite a. bit" must be taken in residence· or eviThomas H. Keenan, head of the by dropping their original reque.'St dence of extended travel for profes- Dover school board, was elected that their pay raises be retroactive sional improvement by Jan. 1, 1951, president and Mrs. Mary Furbish of to last Jan. 1. Instead, the faculty and every four years thereafter, in Somersworth, secretary. members now request that the in- · order to advance. John E. Seybolt, chairman of the the Portsmouth school board, was creases-if approved - become efIn their statement of "clarificanamed to a nominating committee. · fective next September. This concession, they contended tion" the teachers claimed that it E. Curtis Matthews of Portsmouth i will be three yea.rs before they are was named a member of the execurepresents a saving of approximateplaced on the 1947 salary schedule, tive committee and Mr. Seybolt was ly $30,000 to the city. alone, and several more years before named chairman of a committee to • • • draw up a set of by-laws and a conTHE TEACHERS originally de- they are eligible for the maximums proposed by the board. stitution. manded: After a "careful study" of indivi• • • (1) That eaoh teacher be placed OTHER PORTSMOUTH board on the 1947 salary schedule 1m- dual salaries, the teachers offered members attending were Pearl S. media,tely in a.ccordance 'With his several examples to support their Gray, the Rev. Wll1iam Safl'.ord preparation and years of experience, demands that they be placed on the to become effective in Septeml>er. 1947 schedule immediately r ather Jones, D.D., and School Supt. Raymond I. Beal. Under the school board's offer the than within three years. Dr. Jones gave the invocation . • • teachers would be placed on the The next meeting is scheduled to THE TEACHERS' statement ex1947 salary structure within three be held in Portsmouth. plained. years. (2) That the m!nhnum salary be "A teacher with 41 years experi$2,400 instead of the present $1,800. ence, now receiving $2,450, would The school boa.rd has proposect that not reach the maximum on the 1947 , the basic salary be ~2,000. schedule until Sept. 1950. She would receive the maximum of $3,500, as proposed by the new plan, September, 1955. This means that the teacher must complete six more years of teaching before receiving $~,500. Thus, she would have taught 47 years. School Board Told foPresent Original Demand I I IArea School Boards Unite·i Elect Heads , l • MRS. ALTON W. SEAVEY PTA Congress Opens Here Today Delegates to the 35th annual conference of the New Hampshire Congress of Parents and Teachers were scheduled· to arrive this afternoon a t the junior hi6 h school. Registration for the three-day ses.sion was to open at 1 pm and the first planned activities were to be·gin at 2 pm with a workshop program. The convention Is to be gavelled to order tomorrow at 10 am with Mrs. Alton W. Seavey of North Conway, presiding officer. · Before the form al 10 o'clock opening, there is to be a visual aids program in the Community Cen ter tonight at 7:45. An "international breakfast" is planned for tomorrow morning at 8 o'clock with Miss Bodll Jorgenson of Denmark as the guest speaker. Concert Friday s,lated to -Mark Music Week Here Portsmout-h schools will observe "National Music week" wi:th a concert next Friday at the junior high school auditorium by the 60-piece hig,h school band. Guests of the band at the concert are to be members Qf the Parents 1 Music club who will hold a busin ess meeting during ·the intermission. Among the items of business to come before the club are plans for !housing, feeding and transportation of 150 music students to the various festivals. Meanwhile, the band, its majorettes and baton tv.irlers are working to perfect the program ~t is to present Friday. TJ-)e band's next a.ppearance is to be in Franklin May 14 where It will participate in the s tate Music festival and then it goes to Old Orchard Beach for 'the New England festival May 20 and 21. I �State PTA Conference Opens Here Tomorrow The 35th annual convention of the New Hampshire Congress of Parents and Teachers Is to open tomorrow afternoon at the Portsmouth junior high school. Theme for the convention Ls "Our Child-the World Citizen." One of principal speakers and consultants for the three-day session Is to be Mrs. Paul L. Gould of Cranston, R. I., former president of the Rhode Island congress and a national representative. The program is to get underway at 2 pm when workshops-with Mrs. Gould as consultant-are planned. • * * AN OPEN DISCUSSIO period is to follow the workshops at 3 pm and at 6:30 the board of managers is to meet in the Howard Johnson r estauran t. At 7:45 pm there is to be a visual aid program at the Community Center under the direction of Donald B. Grover. I Wednesday's program opens with an "international breakfast" at the Rockingham hotel. Mi Bodi! Jorgenson of Denmark is to be guest speaker . The conven tion formally sits at 10 am in the junior high ~chool and Mrs. Al ton W. Seavey, president is to preside. Dr. Lloyd P . Young, president of K eene Teachers college, will discuss he theme of the conference with a response by Mrs. Seavey. The Rev. John N. Feaster, pastor of the North church, Congregational, is to give the invocation and greetlngs from the city will be given by Mayor Cecil M. Neal. School Sup( Raymond I. Beal will represent the school department. "Parent Educati~n in Home and Family Life" is the topic of a discussion to be pr~ented by Mrs. Newell Brown, chairman of the coll1Il1iittee for cooperation with the CONVENTION SPEAKERS-Among the speakers at the opening session of the 'ew Hampshire Congress of Parents and Teachers were, left to right, seated, John H . tarie, executive secretary of the teachers retirement association; Mrs. Alton W. Seavey, congress president; and Portsmouth School Supt. Raymond I. Beal; standing, left to right, Mrs. Paul L. Gould, national repre entative; Dr. Lloyd P. Young, president of Keene Teachers college; Mayor Cecil M. Neal and Mrs. Newton Leonard of Rhode Island, a candidate for national vice president. (Portsmouth Herald photo) .., \ "SUCH A PEACE would be dyna- l colleges, at ll .am; • A SKIT, "Summer Institute," presented by former president Mrs. Arthur Olson , Is t o conclude the Wednesday morning program. The afternoon session is to be under the chairmanship of Mrs. Charles D. Whidden, sixth vice president, with the Rev. William , w. Lewis, pastor of the local Unltarlan-Unh·ersalist church, scheduled to speak on "International Affairs." Following Mr. Lewis' talk, there is to be a panel discussion on the subject, "The Public's Growing Interest and Stake in Public Education." The panel is to be headed by School Supt. Donald P. Matoon of Tilton-Northfileld. • • • . 200 DeIegafes Open Three-Day PTA Congress The 35th annual conference of the New Hampshire Congress of P arents and Teachers began discussion of the convention theme, "Our Child-the World Citizen," this morning at the Portsmouth junior high school. Nearly 200 delegates from ParentTeacher organizations heard Dr. Lloyd P . Young, president of Keene Teachers college, urge the teaching of "understancllng" to the children of today. "Peace ls a way of living constructively," Dr. Young said, "If It Is In the teims of making others happy. MRS. GOULD, the last speaker on the afternoon program, Is to disc\J.56 "Our Child-the World Citi* • * zen." Dr. Huton C. Buley, st.ate comA business meeting and the pre- / missioner of education, Is to be the principal speaker at the banquet BCntation of a summary of the conscheduled for 6 :30 In the junior vention Is to conclude the three-day high school. Gov. and Mrs. Sher- activities Thursday morning. Mrs. Howard Lee of Portsmouth man Adams are to be guests. is the general chairman of the convention. mic but can come only when we · THI • AFTERNOON . the Rev. undei·stand our world neighbors. William W. Lewis was to discuss That understanding must be taught "International Affairs.'' to the children," he said. Mr. Lewis' address was to be He expladned that many of the followed by a panel discussion on customs In America, and even the "The Public's Stake and Growing demo_cratlc foim of g~vernment, are Interest in Public Education." the rights of American children only I State Commissioner Hilton c. through the accident of birthplace. Bul:y ~ the principal speaker for '·A Russian child accepts his cus- torught s banquet and the second toms and government because that scheduled .speaker is Dr. Howard is what he knows," Dr. Young ' Jones, president of P 1 y mouth said. "To promote peace we must ;eachers college who will discuss understand has customs and governUN and the Search for World ment." Peace." Mrs. Alton w. Seavey of North · The formal opening at 10 am toConway, president of the New day was preceded by an "internaHampshire congress, opened to- tlonal breakfa~t" at the Rocking- • 1 day 's session. The invocation . was ham hotel which was attended by given by the Rev. John N. Feaster 60 persons. pastor of the North church. ' Miss Bodi! Jorgenson of Denmark was the speaker with greetMayor Cecil M. Neal greeted the lngs from various foreign nations delegates on behalf of the city and given by guests at the breakfast. the school department's welcome Mrs. Howard Lee of Portsmouth was given by Supt. Raymond L is the gem:ral convention chairman Beal. and has duected the arrangements The second speaker this morning for the three-day session. was J ohn H. Starie, executive sec- / retary of the New Hampshire Teachers Retirement association. I • * * �School Board Stands. By 'Final Offer' Teacher Pay Dispute 200 Persons Atten~ PHS Band Concert School Board ~ Due to Review i Teachers' Demands "We arrived at what 1s apparently a compromise between the teachers" present status and what they feel are their just deserts. But we didn't sell ourselves a.a truly represen tatlve of the people, "The teachers are now talking of taking this ls.sue to the council because they feel the council 1.5 The controversial teachers' salary more generous and represents the issue will be considered again ~people. morrow night at a special meetmg "The only thing I think we'd of the board of education at 7 :30 in gain by further discussion with · its city hall office. Portsmouth's board or education a talem ls to convince them that we The teachers are standing firm "standing pat" on its "compromise" are truly reflecting publlc opinion in their demands and have threatpay offer to the city's 130 school In our stand as far as we can tell," ened to take the matter over t_he teachers. heads of the school board to the city she concluded . The board voted last night at a • council. special meeting to "sustain" its MRS. MARGESON pointed out At a mass meeting April 18 the previous action which ~ets minimum ' that even the raises voted by the teachers voted to: 1 salary standards of $2,000, a bacheboard are subject to the money (1) Flatly reject the latest school lor's degree maximum of $3,500 and being available. She was assured board offer which acceded only parannual salary increments ranging by School Supt. Raymond I. Beal tially to their demands. from $100 to $200. ( 2) Request that the tioard grant that each contract with the teachThe decision was reached after a ers will contain the clause, "If their original requests. brief discussion of the teachers' remoney is available." fusal to accept the compromise. The teachers are asking for a $2,Lizio asked 1! a supplementary 400 minimum. salary, a maximum of budget could not be forwarded to $3,750 for a bachelor's degree, im- the council at any time after Chair'-\\J> mediate adjustment to the salary man John E. Seybolt had explained range established by the 1947 salary bhat bhe "compromise" will cost the schedule plus annual increments of city $28,000 this coming year. $200. seybolt agreed that a supplemen'Dhe 1924 class of Portsmo~th tary budget could bf! prepared but high sohool will hold . ~ reunion (A table glVlng the teacher contended the matter he.d been "dis- 1 June 11 at Simpson's pavilion, Dover salary picture in the local school cussed enough." He said that the system appears on Page 3 of toPoint. board or its committee had held day's issue.) nine meetings since February on the The meeting will start at 5 :30 pm salary ls.sue and believed it "underand a banquet will be served at 7 :30 rpm. After the banquet there will _be O LY RALPH A. LIZIO, a former stood" the situation. • • • a class roll call with minute bioPortsmouth high school teacher, regraphies. Entertainment and dancfused to go along with the board's WHALLEY WI'l'HDREW his ·modecision. Lizio asked to be recorded tion to refer the matter to the salary ing will be held. as voting "no." committee and substituted a moC o m m i t t e e members include James E. Whalley first moved that Charles Har tson, chairman, Leonard the matter be referred to the board's tion to "sustain the board's previous Alkon, . treasurer, William Varrell, special salary committee for further action." I· Joseph Varrell, Warren Teague, discussion with the teachers' comAfter concluding tts discu.."Sion of · Elizabeth Foye, Newton Weeks, Mrs. mittee, but members of the salary the teachers' re.1ection of the com- :' Edna Weeks and Mrs. Mary Wentcommittee contended there was promise, the board set salaries for : worth. nothing further to discuss. the 130 tea-0hers, directors, headClass members have been asked Mrs. Miriam K . Margeson said masters and principles In 1949-1950. to make reservations with the comshe believed that the committee's Supt. Raymond I. Beal again emmittee by June 1. Transportation recommendation to the board wu phasized that the listed salaries will will be ftm:;ilshed. it.s final action. be paid "if funds are available." "We negotiated with the teacher• The board then authorized public and they knew it was our final of- listing of teachers salaries so the fer. We can't give them money voters "can judge for them.selves" the merits of the boa,rd's action. 1 that we don't have, ' she said. John W. Durgin, Jr., agreed with Mrs. Margeson that "the committee ha.5 no further points to d1aeuas wibh the teachers." A federal den~al unit has com"There are no questions we need pleted initial fluorine treatment of to ask," he said. "The full board 1,700 public and parochial school accepted the committee's recomc)1ildl·en, School Supt. Raymond I. mendation, so there fa nobhing to Beal reported today. discuss." Beal said the treatments, includ• ing teeth cleaning and fluorine apHOWEVER, Dr. Cornella B. plications, started April 11 and were Walker "wondered" lit the special held for 18 days. He said children committee hadn't "failed" to conin Grades 1 to 6 will undergo three vince the teachers that the school more treatment.a, board represents the taxpayers. Brief Discussio~ Ends in Attitu e Of Firm Resolve • • I I Portsmouth Hig~ ·Class of 1924 To Hold Reunion r - Fluorine Team \~ Ends First JobfrVf • • Approximately · 200 persons attended a concert given Friday night by the Portsmouth high school band at tne junior high school a.uditorlum. The Parents' Music club held a meeting during intermission and voted to underwrite all festival expenses with the exception of meals. About $95 was reported as proceeds from a recent rummage sale. .Announcement was made of an inter-city concert to be given by Concord and · Portsmouth school . musicians June 3 and 4 at the junior high. Commibtees include Mrs. Harry Downing, housing; E. Bliss Marriner, tickets; -Herbert P. Warry, programs; Mrs. Frederick Beals, registrations; Francis T . Malloy, properties, and S. Gordon Task, entertainment. Chaperones named for the New Hamrpshire festival May 14 in Franklin include Mrs. Clifford Rand, Mrs. Charles A. Romeo and Mr. and Mrs. Clinton D. Pridham. Musicians attending the New England festival May 20 and 21 in Old Orchard. Me., will be accompanied by Mr. and Mg.·s. Ralph Knight, Mr. and Mrs. Pridham, Mr. and Mrs. A. Nell Schiot, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Seekins, Mrs. Beals, Miss Evelyn Haley, 'school nurse, John H. Jacobsmeyer, ,president c,f the Music club, and Mrs. Jacobsmeyer. The elementary chool band and Glee club will attend the N. E. festival May 21. • , t 2 Two Teachers , 1 Quit Posts Here ' The resignations of two teachers were announced today by School r Supt. Raymond I . Beal. Beal said Mrs. Elise Carlson of 92 Cass street, Grade 4 Leacher at the Farragut school, and Miss Marion L. Randall of 42 Middle street. kindergar ten teacher at the Lafaye tte school, will qui t a t the end of th e cwTent school term. Mrs. Carlson, who was appointed to the local teaching post two years ago, plans Lo abandon her te1)Ching duties, Miss R an dall, · a teacher here since 1943, has r esigned t.o enter missionary work. �fTcib1e- of Teachers' .Salaries I (\11(( Total l'ca1'11 Exp. Salary June, 1949 Salary Salary Sched, Sept,, Level 1940 SENIOR HIGH Headmaster Marriner, E. Blls., 27 $U50 $4,750 Submaster Banister, Rolfe G. 29 3,900 Teachers , Alvord, Graham G. 8 2,650 2,600 Arkell, Eleanor K. 11 2,350 3,100 Ballard, Margaret M. 31 2,950 3,300 Barron, Catherine F 21 2,700 3,200 Blankenberg, Evelyn E. 6 2,300 2,400 Brady, Katharine E. 27 2,750 3,000 Brown, Vivian H. 15 2,650 3,200 Casavola, John J. 9 2,800 2,700 Crossman, Harold G. 1 2,200 1,900 Day, Arthur K. 12 2,650 3,200 Fa1·ley, Catherine 10 2,500 2,800 Flanagan, Katherine P. 21 2,850 3,300 Fogg, Hazel C. 15 2,550 3,200 Gl'iffln, Virginia A. 7 2,350 2,500 Hargreaves, Walter H. 7 3,000 2,500 Dlnlak, Albert W 2 Lang, Kenneth J., Jr. 4 2,500 2,500 Linscott, Francis R. 11 3,000 2,900 Malloy, Francis T. 21 3,000 3,000 Merriman, C. Adelaide 31 2,750 3,200 Orgera, Louis V. 9 2,600 2,800 Philbrick, Nona H, 13 2,450 3,000 Phillips, James A. 1 2,700 2,100 Sanders, Marlon G. 29 2,750 3,200 Shannon, Jennie M. 29 2,750 3,000 Stevenson, Douglas M. 22 3.000 3,000 Stulb, Julia A·. · 6 2,250 2,400 Talbot, Louisa M . S2 2,850 3,300 Wiggin, M. Frances SO 2,750 3,000 Winkley, Estelle E. H 2,550 3,200 Total Ye:tn, Exp. Salary June, 1949 4,000 Hagstrom, Herbert R. 18 $U50 Erickson, Carl Hagar, Elizabeth Hodgdon, Phyllis Kushlous, David Stevens, Joan 11 18 26 19 1 Total 2,750 Years 2,650 Exp. 3,200 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS 2,950 Teachers 2,400 Anderson, Margaret 10 2,950 Ashley, Alice 7 2,900 Beebe, Merle 12 2,900 Ben·lman, Agnes 8 2,300 Boyan, Rosmerld 13 2,900 Brackett, Ruth 11 2,700 Brewster, Kathryn 5 3,100 Brigham, Louise 24 2,850 Brown, Margaret 17 2,500 Buckley, Margaret 20 3,100 Chancller, Katherine 9 2,750 Corey, Gertrude 42 2,600 Damon, Elizabeth 3 3.100 Davis, Carolyn 23 3,100 Davis, Marjorie 2 3,000 Dearborn, Edna 10 2,800 Devlin, Grace 5 2,700 Donegan, Dorothy 7 3,000 Driscoll, Ellen 17 3,000 Frasier, Jean 6 2,950 Ooocl, Sarah 7 3,100 Graham, Esther 33 2,400 Grant, S. Louise 17 3,100 Grlfiln, Mary 42 2,950 Hammond, Annie 26 2,850 Herrin, Marjorie 28 Salary Salary Sched. Sept., Level 1949 JUNIOR IIIGil Principal Asststa.nt Principal Director■ Total l'c~ rs EXJ). $4,550 Howe, Jessie Johnson, Francena Johnson, Irene Jones, Dorothy Katkln, Mary Kiley, Frances Knight, Annie Knight, Winnie Loughlin, Christine Massaro, Ella Moore, Hilda Morrill, Priscilla Mullaly, Alice Murrity, Eulit O'Lenry, Ruth Phelps, Sophia Pray, Marjorie Rand, Louise Rhodes, Ethel Riel, Sybil Seavey, Lucy Smith, Evelyn Tobey, Madeline Trueman, Nina Urie, Marlon Wilcox, Virginia Wilkins, Barbara Willey, Barbara Wilson, Virginia 15 23 33 7 27 16 39 15 15 Salary June, 1949 Salary Salary Sohcd. Sept., Level 1949 $3,900 3,000 3,000 3.650 2,000 $4,200 3,100 3,100 3,800 2,100 Salary June, Salary Salary Sched. Sept., Level 1949 · 1949 $2.150 2,050 2,000 2,250 2,350 2,250 2,200 2,450 2.450 2,450 2,250 2,450 2,000 2,150 1.900 2,250 2,250 2,250 2.450 2.250 2.200 2,650 2.450 2,450 2,650 2,400 2.350 2,450 2,450 2.250 2,550 2,350 2,550 2.350 2,350 2,050 2,250 2,350 2,350 2,100 2,100 2,35 0 2,400 2.000 2.400 2,400 2.200 2,000 2,350 2.450 1,900 2,250 1,900 2.300 2,150 Donegan, Herman N. 8 3,150 3,400 6 Teaeher11 10 Ackerman, Charles C, 5 $2,500 $2,300 $2,600 13 Allen, Emma 8. 34 2,750 3,000 2,950 15 Bickford, Keith 0. 18 2,750 3,000 2,950 9 Bond, Thelma K. 17 2,600 3,000 2,850 5 Grny, Felicia 18 2,700 3,000 2,900 14 Harriman, Wilfred c. 16 3,200• 3,000 3,300 21 John.son, RUth V. 13 2,400 3,000 2,650 8 Kushlous, Anna H. 12 2,550 3,000 2,800 24 Mayna.rd, Helen o. 17 2,750 3,000 2,950 17 Morrow, Della Nelson 14 2,450 3,000 2,700 17 Mospan, Edith J. 23 2,600 3,000 2,850 5 Parker, Evelyn L, 10 2,150 3,000 2,450 16 Plfelps, John L. 29 3,000 3,000 3,100 30 Quinn, Beatrice D. 18 2,750 3,000 2,950 2 Ralno, Angelina A. 32 2,750 _ 3,000 2,950 5 Rathbun, Raymond C. 1 2,400 1,800 2,500 2 Ricker, Katherine 15 2,550 · 3,000 2,800 12 Rose, Irene B. 19 2,750 3,000 2,950 5 Rose, William R. 12 2,950 3,000 3,050 st. John, Helen H. 17 2,650 3,200 2,900 Shaw, Pearl H. :19 · 2,750 3,000 2,950 l'RINCJPAT,S Sheldon, Edna L. 15 2,550 S.000 2,800 Austin, Edith 34 $2.050 Stiles, Iva L. 17' 2,750 3,000 2,950 Butler, Julln. 32 2,050 Tarr, Florence M. 2:l 2,750 3,000 2,950 Hooper, Donnld 22 3,150 Tibbetts, Vera B. 16 2,650 3,000 2,650 Jefiords, Alice 36 2.950 Twombly, Edna M, 10 2,350 2,800 2,600 McCarthy, Agnes !!4 2.950 Volkman, Adolr O, 22 3,000 3,000 3,100 Morrow, Muriel 10 2,850 Willett, Ethelyn R. 21 2,500 3,000 2,750 . Simpson, Margaret 40 2,950 Bulbach, Re_:g:_1n_,._·_ _ _ _~_•__2_,0_0_0_ _1_,9_00_ _2_,1_o_o__s_to_n_e,_D_eb_o_r_a_h_ _ _ _ _o_ _2_,5oo $2,700 2,300 2.700 2,600 3,000 2,600 2,300 3,000 3,000 3,000 2,400 3,000 2.100 3,000 2,000 2.900 2,400 2,600 3,000 2.350 2.600 3.200 3,000 3,000 3,200 3,000 2,700 3,000 3,000 2,400 3,100 2,700 3,100 2,700 2,700 2,300 2.400 2,700 2,700 2,700 2,300 2,700 3,000 2,400 3.000 2.700 3.000 2,300 3,000 3,000 2,000 2,300 2,000 3,000 2,300 $2,400 2,250 2,300 2,500 2,650 2,500 2,300 2,700 2,700 2,700 2,400 2,700 2,100 2,700 2.000 2,550 I 2.400 1 2,500 2,700 I 2,400 2,450 2,900 2,700 2,700 2,900 2,650 2,600 2,700 2,700 2,400 2,800 2,600 2,800 2,600 2,600 2,250 2,400 2,600 2,600 2,350 2,300 2,600 2.650 2,250 2.650 2,600 2,500 2.200 2,650 2,700 2,000 2,350 2,000 2.600 2,300 $3.200 3,200 3,400 3,200 3.200 3.100 3,200 2,900 Portsmouth High q3 Musicians Win n,13 · / 'Superior' Rating "Superior" ratings were awarde<I the Portsmouth high school band and choir, the elementary school and the Grade 6 chorus at the New England music festival In Old Orchard Saturday The PHS orchestra and girls' glee club received "ex c e 11 en t" ratings. The Portsmouth delegation was the largest among an estimated 6,500 grade and high school musicians participating In the three and one-half hour parade. While final figures will not be complete until later this week ot!lclals predicted that the attendance will break the 6,300 record set a.t last year's festival at Hampton Beach. An estimated 40,000 persons Jammed the Maine resort center to witness a parade or more than 70 New England musical units. • • • 'I'IIE PORTSMOUTH high school . 11 : delegation of 152 students and chaperones were housed 1n the Old Orchard house where they registered Friday morning for auditions. The Grade 6 chorns of 50 voices, trained by Elizabeth Hagar, assistant music director, and the ele' mentary band arrived Saturday ! morning by bus for their turn be: fore the adjudicators. Portsmouth will have Its own festival June 3 and ·4 when local musicians will be joined by 200 musicians from Concord In• an Inter-city concert. ' A concert will be staged Saturday afternoon for elementary pupils and another Saturday night for the public. ·Music Educators \ I Name Kushious ,\ To Study Post \\ David Kushious, director of music In the Porlllmouth l!dnoola, hM been 1 named by the executive committee ; of the Music Educators National l conference as its representatlv& to the National Conference on Pro!es• sional Growth of Teachers. The oonlerence will be held at the University of New Hamp.shire In Durham June 29 to July 2 under the auspices of the National comm.1s. slon of Teacher Education and Professional Standards of the National Eduoation a.ssoclat)on, Mr. Kush!ous also has been Invited to partlclpa,ie ln the conference's le!Ulerllhlp 1esslon at the NEA convention in Boeton July S and 4, �T~\a~hers Again Reje~t Pay Offer, tc.fcive Con tracts torr :, nd ivid uals Portsmouth's school teachers have again rejected the "compromise" salary offer of the . board of educatldn, and they will decide Individually whether, to sign their working contracts for the next school year, Furthermore, they indicated that, regardless or the Individual action, they will continue to wage a collective fight for their own salary demands. This was the position taken by the teachers at a special meeting in the junior high school yesterday, as expressed In a formal statement released following the closed session, The statement reads: "At a meeting of the Portsmouth Teachers' association held May 5, It was voted to reject :the April 12 salary offer of the . board . of education. "Further action regarding the slgninr or contracts for 19491950 Is bet.ng left to the Individual teacher. "The teachers feel that the board of education should be In o position to engage and retain th~ the most capable teachers ~ order to maintain a high 1tandard of education for the children of the ctly. Therefore, 'they still believe that the original requests as presented by the salary committee were not _out ' of order and recommend they should be given further consideration. They suggest that llrrangement3 for future negotiations be made." , lie said that he already has received signed agreements from two-thirds of the teachers in the local school system and added: "l expect to get the rest of them today." Today Is the deadline for the tract signatures. Meanwhile, it was re1>orted unofficially that the teachers' attitude ls such that Bea.l's expectations would be upheld, City Council May Fi 11 School Board Vacancy \~.L~ The city council wlll fill a vacancy on bhe school board caused by the recent death of John C. Shaw, City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today. Pe terson said he will suggest that the council take the action at it.s next regular meeting, June 2. The statute, which pertains to the city council's powers, reads 1n part: "At a like convention, held by request of either branch of the city councils, they shall fill al! vacancies that sha!J exist in the boards or assessors, overseers of the poor or school board until an election shall The teachers' reference to "furbe h a d, and al! vacancies In any ther consideration" of their salary He made the announcement fol- office to which they have power to demands appears headed for an unlowing \'ecelpt of a ruling by City elect." certain course. Solicitor Ar thur J. Reinhart in Agitation has been expressed to which the solicitor stated that the SHAW'S SUCCESSOR will serve carry their fight over the heads of council has the power to fill vacan- untll November when the terms or the school board and take It directly 1 cies on the board of eduratlon pend- five other school board members before the city council. ' ing the next regular election. expire. They are Chairman John E. The school board, however, has • • • Seybolt, Marlon M. Badger, Pearl s. dealt with the problem only on its REINIIART'S RULING was re- Gray, James E. Wha!Jey and Stowe '- own level and has not indicated a quested by School Supt. Raymond I. Wilder. feeling one way or the other about Beal when school board members Robert E. Whalen of 43 Whipple council consideration. were uncertain whether they or the court, chairman of the Chamber of city council had the power to name Commerce retail board, has anShaw's succes~or. nounced his candidacy for one of The city bOllcitor cited Chapter the six vacancies. None of the pres66, Section 6 or the state .rstatutes ent board members have publicly • • • I . I I Jury Hears Case Churging Neglect acknowledged their reelection bids, 1n hl.e ruUng._ ·- I By Headmaster~lp I Po~tsmouth High School Board ~ Rated 'Very Good' Appointment Rule I n Drama Contest Sought by Beal Portsmouth high school received A damage suit brought against Clarence C. Sanborn former Portsmouth high school headmaster, by a student went on trial today before a jury. a rating of "very good" for Its proThe 1egal action, a~leging negll- ductlon of "The Happy Journey" gence, is being brought by Verne in the New England Drama. festival S. Anderson of 145 Cabot street · on in Swampscott last week. behalf of his son, 20-year-old Edgar Written by Thornton Wllder the The teachers have demanded W. Anderson. play was directed by Graham' Ala .1alary minimum of $2,400, a The elder Anderson contends vord. that through neglect his son was The cast Included Jeannette maximum of 53,750 for holding Injured in a fal! In the school Vinciguerra, George Emery, Jr., bachrlor's degrees, Immediate lunchroom on Oct. 1, 1946. Paul Slawson, Beverly Petrillo, , placem.cnt on the 1947 salary Atty. Thomas J. Morris, appear- Ernest Abrahamson and Rosemary schedule and annual increments ing for Anderson, claimed that Capone. of $200. young Anderson's injur,y was due to Winners were Bulkeley high of The school board has acceded the conduct of other students 1n New London, Conn., Swampscott, I only 1>artially to the demands the lunchroom. Mass., high, Greenwich, Conn., high and, after long nei;-otiation, has • • • and Everett, Mass., high school. stood adamantly on a counterDEFENSE COUNSEi, Maurice " offer calling for: Devine of Manchester emphasized 111 ·1 A minimum salary of $2,000; to the jury that Sanborn is not bea maximum of S3,500 for those ing charged with any negligent act 1 · ,holding bachrlor's degrees, and of his own but that it was a ques~ • annual increments ranging from tion of rules for lunchroom conduct. A "non-suit" was ordered yester100 to $200. · Presiding Justice John H. Leahy day by Superior Court Justice John appointed Harold Larsen of Por tsAt its last meeting, the board H. Leahy In the $10,000 damage acdescribed Its "com1>romise'• as ' mouth as foreman or the jury. tion brought against former HeadMeanwhile, yesterday afternoon a "final" and dismissed all further master Clarence c. Sanborn by jury convicted a. Derry man of drivdiscussion of Ll1e matter. Verne S . Anderson, the father of a ing a car while under the influence Portsmouth high school student. of intoxicating liquor. Commenting on the teachers' Anderson sued Sanborn on behalf Frederick L. Lumley, who had action this morning, School of his son, Edgar W. Anderson al appealed a $50 fine from the Derry · Supt. Raymond I. Beal observed leging negligence on part of ' the municipal court, was ordered to headmaster in injuries suffered by that the board's views are unpay $75 and costs of $25 by Justice changed, the youth In a ran In the high Lea:hy. school lunchroom, Oct. 1, 1946. "I don't think they'll go any County Solicitor Wyman P. BoynSeven witnesses, Including, school further," he said. ton represented the state and Lum, Supt. Raymond I. Beal and Mrs. ley was de{ended by Samuel and Beal did not appear conce~ed Sanborn, were called by the plainMeyer Green or Manchester. over the possibility of teacher tiff before the non-suit was or"holdouta" on the 1949-50 condered. tr1:1cts, I Sanborn Case .Held 'Non-Suit' 1 ---- --- - I School Supt. Raymond I. Beal today said he had requested a ruling from City Solicitor Arthur J. Reinhart relative to a successor for the late John C. Shaw, board of education member. Beal said he asked Reinhai't what steps the :;cllool board i:hould toke to appoint a successor. Beal explained that he and the school board members were "slighlly confused" over the issue. Beal said an effort is being made to determine whether the city council or the school boarct Itself has the authority to name Mr. Shaw's successor. �School Board to Ask Counci l for $5,200 To Meet_. Pay Boo~ts ····· I! (YV1 '1 Teachers Seen !Accepting 'Final' ,Salary Contract Portsmouth's board o! education decided last night to ask the city council for a $5,200 supplementary budget to finance salary increases recently granted to teachers. If approved by the council, the '\ Beal also quoted Chief Motor Vehicle Inspector Kenna.rd E. Goldsmith as saying that Instructor ' Day is doing a "marvelous Job." The board also adopted a new school calendar outlined by Superintendent Beal. It was announced that school will re-open Sept. 7 , and continue to Dec. 20. Sessions will be resumed again Jan. 3 and conclude Feb. 18. The pupils will be given a vacation until Feb. 27 when they will return to classes and remain until April 21. The last schOol session wm be from M9.y 1 to June 23. Beal added that the schedule allows only four days off for bad weather conditions. - Ii - - YIV-7'j Four New ~,ochers Win Approval Here Four new teachers, including two local women, were elected by the &chool board last night for the 1949-50 school term. . They were Miss Ruth S. Edwards of 425 Unio~ street, ~tss Anne T. Melker of 171 Sagamore avenue, Miss Irene A. Bellsle of Biddeford, and ""'Ql\,e M. Geddisot WestRO<b~y. Mass. School Supt. Raymond I. Beal* explained that the appointees will succeed teachers who have notified him of their resignations effective when the current school year end s, .. appropriation would swell the school • department's budget to an all-time MI EDWARDS was named a I • • • high of $553,181. At least $370,385 Grade 6 teacher at an annual salary THE SC HOOL superintendent reof the budget will be used for of $2,600. Slle has been a member of teachers salaries alone. A budget o! ported that the Portsmouth Athle- the Rye elementary school faculty $547,981 already has been passed by tic association now has $1,384 ln its treasU1·y. He said that there since 1930. Before that she was a the council. was a balance of $1,427 April 1 teacher and principal at a Bellows \ Falls, Vt., grammar school from Meanwhile, the teachers were prepared to meet tomorrow night to but since then $42 .9 ent for vari- 1928 to 1930. She also taught school in Brattleboro, Vt., from 1927 to decide whether or not they will ac- ous expenses. -'1 1928. I cept the school board's 'final comIn other business the board : promise In the dispute. It was reGave Superintendent Beal auMiss Edwards attended the Uni-\ ported unofficially that the tea.chers thority to grant use of school buildversity of Vermont, Plymouth and will accept the offer and sign work- ings to organizations. Norm.al schools, and PlyGranted the Sherburne Civic as- Keene Teachers college. ing contracts for the 1949-50 sohool mouth sociation use of the Sherburne term. school May 18. Mfss Melker, also will be a Grade • • • Granted the Boy Scouts use of the 6 teacher and will receive an anTHE TEACHER will hold a mass meeting at 5 pm at the Junior high Junior high school auditorium May nual salary of $2,200. She ls now a 18 fo r a movie program. teacher at tJhe Bank Street school, \ school auditorium. Voted in favor of a new organiza- Lebanon. She attended Keene Tea- ' In a brief and quiet monthly sesI sion, the school board also made tion comprised of southeastern New chers college from 1943 to 1947. plans for continuation of the driv- Hampshire school boards. The Biddeford woman was elected Accepted an invitation to attend er training course throughout the , a meeting of the Rockingham Coun- an elementary sdhool teacher at summer and sanctioned a one-dol- i ty Association of School Boards May an annual salary of $2,100. She atlar-a-day pay raise for Arthur K. 23 at the Hampton Center school. tended Gorham state Teachers colDay of Kittery, driving instructor. Planned Memorial day exercises lege and has taught at the Laura V. Day wlll receive $11 daily for the for the pupils May 27. Dame school, Eliot. • • • two months the course is in proAdvanced Jennie M. Shannon, MISS GEDDIS will be In charge gress. Day's raise came after School Spanish teacher, on the 1947 salary of the kindergarten at the LafaySupt. Raymond I. Beal said that the schedule. instructor "works long hours" and Authorized payment of $3,487 in ette school and will receive $2,000 "deserves" additional compensation. b!lls. annually. She attended Perry Accepted a letter of appreciation Kinde1·garten Normal school from The boa.rd voted to limit the number of driving students to 30 for from the Farragut Parent-Teacher 1946 to 1949 and Boston univerJuly and August. Last year 18 took association for installation of new sity since February of this year. the course in July and another 18 in lights at the school. Mis Geddis taught at tne River~ August. A fee of $15 for each st1.1dent dile school, Dedham, Ma65 .; the was boosted to $18 io eover Day's Joyce Kilmer school, West Roxsalary increase and other expenses. bury; William Lincoln sc_hool, • • • Brookline, Mass., and the Pmeas SUPERINTEND ENT BEAL said Bates school, West Roxbu1-y, that the school department has obtained a new driver-training automobile equipped with dual controls. He said that the auto used last year has been returned to the factory. Beal said the driver-training students, bo!Jh adult.s and youths, wm receive 10 hours of instruction behind the wheel and eight more in a classroom. He said that most of t he students will be qualified for a. state motor vehicle department test 1at the end of the course. I 1 INew Franklin PTA Insta II5 Off•leers{'j,JA.f\ " Leland Davis was installed pres!dent of t:he New Franklin ParentTeacher association this week at the school. Mrs. Howard Lee, vice president of the state PTA association was installlng officer. Other officers inducted were Wil- 1 liam Laird and Oharles Crowell, vice presidents; Mrs. Herbert Kay, secretary; Mrs. Peter Yastek, treasurer; Miss Allee Jeffords, school • principal, Mls.s Barhara Wilken, Perley .Armitage, Mrs. John Burridge and Mrs. Thomas Aubertine, executive board • Mr. Burridge and Mrs. Hyman Kovn it were elected as delegates to the Central PTA council for one and two-year terms respectively. A past president's pin was present.ad to Mr. Armitage. It was announced that the unit received a gold seal for its procedure book from the state association. Plans were discussed for the June 13 lawn fete. Mr. Laird and Mr. Crowell are co-chairmen. • • • MRS. HARRY SAWYER reported on the Women's Community council. The program included a puppet show given by members of Boy Scout Cub den No. 3, Pack 277. The puppet.s were made by Robert Keene, Robert Baird, David Perry and Harold Kay. Songs were. sung by Grade 6 pupils. Harold Kay, Robert Keene and James Noseworthy were soloists. Mary Concannon and Sylvia Vetter played several piano solos. Nathan H. Wells and Miss Minnie Witham, director of the Portsmouth Rehabllltatlon center, showed a. motion picture of center activities. Vito Massaro outlined plans for the Kiwanis club auction to be held this summer. The attendance banner was awarded to Grade 6. Grade 2, which placed second in the attendance contest, had the best record for the yea.r's attendance. Refreshments were served by the executive committee. �Parocliia•I School Pupils Receive Legion Awards 93 Richard A. Shamrell and Alice G. Cullinan, pupils at St. Patrick's parochial ,,chool, received American Le- ,1 gion good citizenship awards at special exercises yesterday afternoon. 1 It was the first time such awards · had been made at the parochial ' school. Shamrell is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Shamrell of 45 Rockingham street, and the girl is the daughter of Mrs. J . F . Cullinan of 171 Sagamore avenue. Charles Black, past commander of the Frank E. Booma American Legion post, and Paul O'Brien, Americanization officer of the post, presented the awards. • • • A PROGRAM presented AMERICAN LEGION AWARD WIN ERS-Forrest E. Iorrison, left, n ewly installed pre ident of F rank E. Booma post of American Legion, presents annual good citizen hip award to Franklin l\~. Hundley, righ t, and Anna fae Cr uz, center, pupils a t Portsmouth j unior hi gh school, at an assembly th1 morning. (Portsmouth Herald photo) \ 'l )/- - -- Good Citizenship Awards! Kittery Teacher f> .Presented at Junior High Gets Post Here ~'v Two Grade 8 students at Por mouth junior high school were presentA Kittery elementary school ed American Legion good citizenship awards at an a ssembly this morning teacher was elected last night to a at the school auditorium. position in t he Portsmouth school They are Franklin M. Hundley, system. ?tmS. HELE, B. REAl\IY, past son o! Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo J. The board of education approved Hundley of 62 Porpoise Way, and president, of the storer Relief cot:?s, the appointment of Miss Mary E. ! Anna Mae Cruz, daughter of 'Ir. and Mrs. Winnifred Renner, MISS Sewall, 27-year-old York resident, , and Mrs. L. D. Cruz of 465 Maple- Edith Paul, past n ational vice presiat a salary of $2,400 annually, dent and past department president, wood avenue. Miss Sewall has eight years teachThe awards were presented by Mrs. Sadie Metcalf, president, Mrs. ing experience an d h olds a bachelor's Past Commander Charles Black of 1 Kate scully and Mrs. Ida Moore, degree. She is to teach at the Wentthe Booma post and new Comman- 1color bearers, and Mrs. Pearl Alvey, worth sohool. chaplain, all of the corps. Mrs. Alder Forrest E. Morrison. Her undergraduate training was Milton Bunker read General Lo- l vey also is a member of the Spanish at Gorham normal school and Bosgan's Memorial day order and Mary- American War Veterans auxiliary. ton university. She received her James B. Smith, manager of the lou Bierweiler recited Lincoln's Getbachelor's degree from Gorham this Wentworth and the R ockingham year. tysburg address. Mr. B I a ck introduced special 1 hotels, spoke on the meaning of Since 1941 she h as been teaching guests representing veterans' or- Memorial day. in Kittery. From 1941 to 1943 she The group observed a moment of ganizations. was at the Mitchell school and from They included Jeremiah Sweeney, sllent prayer while. Willii_i,m Jacobs1943 to 1949 she taught at bhe Denmeyer played "Taps." past commander of the Sparush nett achoo!. . Evelyn Petrillo introduced Mr. American War veterans; P aul O'Brien of the .American Legion post, Black, who introduced the speakers Mrs. Helen Fitzgerald of the Gold from the organizations. • • • Star Mothers; Mrs. Helen Kusky, THE SCHOOL'S BA D played president of the Veterans of Foreign Wars auxiliary, and Mrs. Hattie under the direction of David KushShapleigh, chaplain, Mrs. Eliza Fris- ious, music supervisor. Following the ceremonies the bee, Mrs. Ida Parent, Mrs. Hattie Renner an<! Mrs. Charles Black, all band and a delegation from the organizations, school children and I of the auxiliary. teachers marched to the Pierce IsAlso Miss Jacqueline Renner of land bridge where flowers were the United American Veterans; Mrs. strewn on the water. Gertrude Mills, American Legion The Legion was scheduled to con-· auxiliary president; Mrs. Ellen Lingduct s~ilar ceremonies at the St. ham Mrs. Black and Mrs. Ruth Patrick's Parochial school at 1 :30 Glidden of the auxiliary. pm. This iS the first year that cere• • • monies have been held there. Names of the boy and the girl who were to receive the awards at the Parochial school were withheld. I by the school Included a recitation, a song 1 and patriotic march by Grade 3, and a r ecitation and song by Grade 8. Grades 2, 4, 6 and 7 gave recitations and Grades 1 and 5 sang. Representing organizations were Jeremiah Sweeney of the United Spanish American War Veterans; Mr. Black of the Emerson Hovey post, Veterans of Foreign Wars; Forrest E. Morrison, commander of the American Legion, and Mrs. Stella Laderbush, Gold Star Mothers. Also Mrs. Ida Moore, chaplain of the United Spanish American War Ve terans auxiliary; Mrs. Helen Kusky, president of the Veterans of Foreign Wars auxlliary and Mrs. Ellen Lingham, second vice president of the American Legion aux lli, ary. Others were Mrs. Winnifred Renner, officer of the day of the ' Uni ted American Veterans and Mrs. Ruth Glldden of the Storer Relief corps. The Rev. Thomas F. Duffy addressed the group. I Portsmouth High~ Student Wins Jc.National Citation Joseph E. Frobisher, son of Mr. and Mrs. R~ph S. Frobisher of : Beach Hill road, New Castle, was . the only New Hampshire high school student to receive recognition by the scholarship board of the National Association of Secondary School Principals. A member of the graduating class at Portsmouth high, Frobisher was one of 243 of the nation's highest ranking students in the general aptitude test given at Portsmouth high last March. Participating in the scholarship contest were 5,915 students selected from 374,890 seniors. The P ortsmouth high senior received a certificate of merit from the national association. �214 Graduates Pupils Again to Cond~ct 25 Adults ·Enroll Local M ~ITIOfial Day Rites In Auto Driving j-v Of PHS Attend -J~~ Bacca·laureate Plans for the annual Memorial day exercises by Portsmouth school children were announced toda'Y by School Supt. Raymond I. Beal In his m onthly bulletin to faculty members. Beal said that the exercises will* follow the same pattern as they have In the past. The Lafayette 1chool will furnish the program at the Pierce isl~nd. b~dge. EACH ELEMENTARY school was Instructed to send two representa.tlves with flowe1s to the Junior high scllool by 10_ am Friday, May 27. , Beal also announced that several local organizations will attend the ceremonies. Dates for annual lawn parties at schools were announced. They are Lafayette, June 7; Whipple, June a; Sherburne, June 8; Haven, June 9; New Franklin, June 13; Far:ra,gut, June 14; and Atlantic Heights, June 14. Wentworth school iha.s no lawn parly scheduled. • • • BEAL INSTRUCTED principals to consult parents !n all cases where pupils are to receive ot er than a full promotion in June. Every-pupil tests of basic skills for Grades 3, 4, 5 and 6, and metropolitan achievement tests for Grades 1 and 2 are being held this week. · Beal announced that annual school cleanup week will be MaY' 16 to 20. He said this covers grounds, buildings, classrooms, closets, basements, attics, and boiler r ooms. He recommendetl that principals hold a. special conference with their janitors. Summer Course Ellis T. Cox Named To School Board By City Council. A tQtal of 25 persons have enroll- in the adult summer course In automobile driving. ed · I School Supt. Raymond I. Beal said today that only five vacancies , are open and <these are in the August course. I The July class Is composed entirely of women. They are Mrs. Guerina Apo!, Portsmouth school I nurse; Miss Helen O'Brien, Aldrich road; Mrs. Evelyn Pate11son, 162 Court street; Mrs. Milton Cilley, 92 Willard avenue; Mrs. Mildred Kath man, 170 Essex avenue; Mrs. Anna Metcalf, 141 Rockhill avenue; Mrs. Frank C. Remick, 687 Mi<idle street; and Mrs. Philip W. Brown, 40 Fairview avenue. Also Mrs. Theodore Pease, 157 ' Richards avenue; Mi·s. John Bech11,rd, 112 Daniels street; Mrs. Alexander Scarborough, 366 Broad street; Mrs. Madeline Johnson, 124 Profile avenue; Miss Barbara Dockj um, Raleigh way; Miss Jane Drobisewski, 188 Profile avenue; and Mrs. Albert Lontlne, ColO'llial drive. The city council last night appointed Ellis T. Cox, 29, of 357 Maplewood avenue, to succeed the late John c. Shaw on the board of education. . · Cox Is president o! the Central Parent-Teacher association and led PTA drive for establishment of ~ual education programs in the local school sys tem. He will serve on the school board until the end of the year When ~is term, along with those. of f_1ve oth er board membeJ:s, will exp1l'e. He and Robert E. Whalen, chairman of the Chamber of Commerce retail board, have announced their candidacies for school board posts iin November. . The other fi ve members-Chau-man John E. Seybolt, Marion M. • • • Badger, Pearl S. Gray, James E. AUGUST ENROLLEES include Whalley and Stowe Wilder-have three men, William Reed of 63. Hill not announced their plans. street, Charles Hoskins of 536 Mar cy • • * COX WAS NOMINA'l'ED by street and Robert Miller of 206 Court councilman Roland I. Noyes and his street. In addition, there are Mrs. appointment was -unanimous. Other William H. Hopley of 202 Washingreporited candidates for Shaw's pos- ton street, Miss Agnes McCarthy, ition were Whalen, Atty. Samuel 370 Richards avenue; Miss Mary Levy and James ~- Fullam of 398 Lou Buckley, 72 Willard avenue. Lincoln avenue. And Mrs. Eliza,beth 'l'rlpp, 339 Cil·councilman Mary C. Dondero an- cuit road; Mrs. Yvette Morton, R FD nounced that the council held a cau- 2; Mrs. Elizabeth Frasier, 44 Pen- , cus during a recess in the meeting hallow st1,eet; and Mrs. Lee Tober, and had agreed to support Co_x. 743 South street. Meanwhile, cox said he considered Beal said that several other a p· t t a "great honor " the appom men · plications from out-of-town persons He declined to discuss his plans on 1 are on file If the August cl~ss Is · t · · "I'm more • the board main ammg, . not filled by Portsmouth applicants or less an outsider looking in nght then the out-of towners will be con~ now." "d d "I have some opinions and plans s1 ere .· but I'd rather look into the rr_iabter - - - -- - - -- - -- - , more thoroughly before making a statement," Cox added. I cox ts a navy veteran of World war II service and Is employed as I an electronics engineer at the Po{tsmouth naval shipyard. i I I • • • ELLIS T. COX lb BE WAS BORN in Portsmouth and was graduated from the local high school in 1937. He la ter attended the university of New Hampshire, the University . of Houston, Hugh Manley schooi of Chicago, an d a U.S. naval research laboratory in Washington. He m ~jored in electrical and elect~omc engineering and general busmess , and accounting. Cox Is a member of st. Andrew's lodge F and AM; the American Federation of Musicians; and the International Federation of Technical Engineers, Architects and Draftsmen. . He is, married to the former M15s Mary Jane Damren, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Irving H. Damren of Lewiston, Me., formerly of Portsmouth. He and his wife have two children, Pamela Jane, six, and Jeffrey Ellis, 14 months. I The Portsmouth high school graduating clas.s of 214 seniors began its commencement week activities ~ast night with a baccalaureate service in the Un!tarJ.an-Universal1st church . The Rev. Vivian T. Pomeroy, D. D., pastor o! the First Parish Unitarian church of Milton, Mass., wa.s principal speaker. The processional was led by Richard Schmlgle an d Paul Amoruso, class ma,rshals. · . The service was conducted by the : Rev. William W. Lewis, pastor, assisted _l>y the R ev. Raymond F . · Smith, pastor of the Middle street Baptist church, who gave the scripture reading. Music was furn!shed by Brandon Knowles of North Hampton, soloist, the church choir, Miss Anne Withing.ton and Miss Rosamond Cr uikshank, organist and pianist, respectively. The class dinner will be held tomorrow night In the school gymnasium and graduation will take place Thursday night !n the junior high school auditorium. The senior reception and ball will be held Friday night in the g,ym . 1 PHS Class Day -:1t ~-i-!, Attended by 188 About 188 persons attended the banquet and class day program of the Portsmouth high school graduating class at the junior high school last night. The cla-s.s prophecy was given by Norma Kidd, Bradford Mooney, K athleen O'Brien, Iola Norton, Edna Noyes and Barry Baker; class will, Eveliyn Crowley, Ann Cromp-, ton, Jean Boyle, George Goodreau, Betty Sharp, Patricia Whitehouse and Marcia Connell; class gifts, Sharon Crowley, Joyce Dow, Patricia Dostie and Alice Ferrelli; class history, Alice Curran and Lorine Heayne1:. I • • • BART DALLA MURA, class presi- dent, was master of ceremonies. Music was furnished by a quintet ' composed of Warren Muchemor.e, Robert Kecy, David Paterson, Jerome Driscoll and Gordon Smart. J oyce Ramsey WM solol.5t a.ccompanied by Ann Badger. Headmaster E. Blis.s Marriner was presented a yearbook. , Guests included Mrs. William · Safford Jones, School Supt. and Mxs. Raymond I. Beal, Mr. and Mrs. Marriner, Submasoor a.nd Mrs. Rolfe G. Banister and Richard SChmlgle and PaUl Amoruso, class marshals. Music for t'he class ode was composed by Ann Crompton. The words were written by Ruth Slawson. �Beal Explains Distribution Of Graduation Ticket s 1 In a short session la-st night, the board of education discussed a myriad of topics ranging f rom the price of coal t.o graduation tickets. It also confirmed the appointment of a new elementary schoql teacher, voted a. commendation to Athletic Director Carl Erickson for the "excellent" financial condition of the athletic department, approved the inclusion of two additional subjects in the high school curriculum and approved pa,yment of $6,137 in 800 Crowd Hall !For Graduation Of 214 Seniors PHS Class of 1949 To Gradu~fe Tonight The Portsmouth high school class of 1949, 214 strong, will h?ld graduation exercises torug,ht in the Junior High school auditorium at 8 pm. The graduating class ac ual!y numbers 215, but one member J~hn L. Glidden, will receive ~ High School equivalent certificate in behalf of the New Hampsh~e state board of education. Glidden, now a private with the U. S. air force at Kelly field San Antonio, Tex., will b~ awarded this ::ertifica.te on the basis of credits earned in high school and in the army. Mayor Cecil M. Neal will award the diplomas and John E. Seybolt, chairman of the, board of education, ;will present the medals and awards. The invocation will be given by the Rev. ChesLer w. Parmley pastor of the Advent Christia~ church. _Presentation of Lhe class gifts will be by Bart M. Dalla Mura class president, and the Rev' William Safford Jones, D. pastor emeritus of the South parish, Unitarian I hurch, will accept for tlhe board of education. Musical selections by the hig,h sdhool orohestra, choir and ?horus and a piano solo will be mcluded Jn the program. The class ode, wJ:tb words by Ruth H. Slawson and music by Ann M. Crompton, Will conclude the exercises. • Eight hundred proud parents, friends and relatives or• the high The question of graduation tickets school class or 1949 packed the was explained by School Supt. Raysteaming hot Junior high school a umond I. Beal who said that each of ' the 214 graduates will receive three ditorium last night to watch gradutickets for the commencement exer- ation exercises for 214 Portsmouth high school seniors. cises. He added that t he junior high The procession, led by Marshals auditorium will seat approximately Richard Schmigle and Paul Amor780 persons and, besides the tickets uso from the junior class, opened given the graduates, the only per- the program. Following the nationsons admitted are members of the al an them, the invocation was school board, the mayor, city mancalled by the Rev. Chester W. ager, and the teachers. I Parmley, pastor of the Advent David Kushlous, director of music, • • • led the high school orchestra. in Christian church. AT T HE CONCLUSION of the Bart M. Dalla Mura, cla5s presi- themes from "Romeo and Juliet" by meeting, at lea-st three members of 1 dent, in presenting the class gift to Tsohaikowsky, and the choir and the board turned in their tickets to , chorus in three selections, "Come "make sure that there'll be enough : the Rev. William Safford Jones, D. Thou Almighty King," "The Falling to go around," as one member put l D., pastor emeritus of the south Parish Unitarian church, an11ounc- of a Star" and "The Spirit of Music." it. Meanwhile, the board delayed , ed the $100 gi!ft would go toward 'I1he undergraduate girl members of granting coal contracts pending the public address system given by the ohorus filed down both sides of the auditorium to join the choir in further study of the bids submitted . last year's graduating class. the last number. Joyce Ramsay and by several dealers. J Dr. Jones, in accepting t he gift Patrice Gonyer were soloists. The "competing" coal companies , for the board of education, told the John L. Glidden, who left school all bid $14.10 per ton for "run of I class that "honesty, hard work, in bis junior year, to join t he U. S the mine" coal and three bid $17.22 i thrift and character" were the qua- air force, was presented a high per ton on stoker coal. 'I'he lone ex- I lities necessacy today to save clv!li- school equivalent certificate by Mr. ception to the stoker coal bids was zation. Seybolt in behalf of •he New Hamp$18.22 per ton. • • • shire state board of education. Evidently in a congratulatory WINNER ()F the quadruple silver The cla-ss ode, with words by mood, the board voted to thank the medal, given for general excellence Ruth H. Slawson and music by Ann council for its choice of a successor for three years and excellence in M. Crompton, completed the proto the late John C. Shaw. English, social science and commerce gram. After the Rev. William Safford for three years, was Alice Fournier. ' • • • Jones' motion was passed unani- She was presented the medal by MEMBERS OF the National Honmously, the new member, Ellis T. John E. Seybolt, chairman of the or Society, announced by Mr. SeyCox, thanked the board for its re- board of education. bolt during the presentation of Seybolt also awlllrd'e<l other prizes awards, were Martha F. Appleton, .__ __ _ _ _ __ ception. as follows : single silver medals to Ann Badger, Barry M. Baker, An ita went to the following: General exIrene L. Heavner for excellence in B. Bremner, Deborah E. Brown, Ann cellence for three years, Ann Marie The board also voted to send a French for three ye'l,rS, Eleanor C. M. Crompton, Alice C. Curran, Pa- Crompton and Irene L. Heavner; letter of appreciation to the State Murray for ex~llence in Spanish tricia A. Dostie, Joyce M. Dow, Alice general excellence for two years, Er•health department for the work it for three years and Nancy J . Park- H . Fournier, Joseph E. Frobisher, nest P . Abrahamson, Jr., Paul F. has done in giving four fluorine hurst for excellence in mathematics CaTolyn A. Gailey, RalJjh M. Gerth, Hughes, Margaret I. King, Anita M. treatments to the teeth of 1,700 ele• for three yea rs; single bronze medals Normagene Gillespie, Margaret A. j Lamie, Anita R. MacIntosh, Patricia mentary school children. to Paul Amoruso for general excel- Harris, Barbara J . Hartson, Irene L . A. McDonough, Mary R. Pepin and • • • lence for two years and Nancy A. Heavner, Lorine M. Heavner, Robert Marilyn Sherman; general excelBUT NOT ALL the discussion was Nelson, general excellence for one P . Kecy, Ronald N. Levasseur, John lence for one year, Susanne Mary appreciative. Chairman John E. year. B. Mooney, Eleanor C. Murray, Batchelder, Ruth A. Blakeney, LorSeybolt waved a "big stick" over John P . , mith was given the Nan~y J. Parkhurst, Lois P . Ross, raine C. Cameron, Charles B. Dathe schoolhouse committee, asking it Wilder plaque for showing outstand- Frank R. Scarito, Corrine E. Shut- vidson, Grace L. Hayden, Helen M. to get its plans for large-scale pro• ing qualities in sportsmanship. tleworth, Paul S. Slawson, Ruth H. O'Connor, Irvin Taube and Audra jects up-to-date with a view to J. Edwin Frobisher received 'a cer- Slawson, Gordon E. Smart, John P. M. Williams. In addition, excellence in social possible federal government spendtl.ficate of merit from the National Smith, Jeanette N. Vinciguerra and science for t hree years: Ann M. ing for education. Honor society for winning a place Patricia L. Whitehouse. Honorable mention awards for Crompton, Norma.gene Gillespie, In other business the board voted among the 243 hignest ranking stustudents attaining a rating of 90 Irene L. Heavner, Pauline J . Rob to: dents in the country. bins, Maureene T. Sullivan and Ask the city manager to instruct (Please turn to page three) Jeanette N. Vinciguerra. the city solicitor ·to give all aid to MAYOR CE IL M. NEAL and 1- - -the family of Sylvia Lane in secur- Headmaster E. Bliss Marriner teaming proper legal advice. ed up to present diplomas, with Approve use of the Sherburne Neal reading the names and handing 6Chool by the Sherburne Civic com- the diplomas to Marriner, who in mittee. turn handed the diploma..,; to the giraduates. bllls. I .., n.: �.( bb �\~t, Congratulat· ns to the Eugene Aubrey Aikins Theodore William Alex Poul Craig Allen Martha Frances J,.ppleton William Hugh Atwell Maynord Lee Bobklrk Ann Badger Russell Webster Badger Barry Moore Boker Edward John Borton John Foster Bassett John Verne Benjamin George Thoma, Berry Charles William Block Theodore Milloy Blood, Jr. George Albert Boisvert Francis Joseph Boston Jeon Alice Boyle Roberta Brodbord Anita Beatrice Bremner Doris Evelyn Brooks Deborah Elizabeth Brown Harrison Garland Brown, Jr. Jean Theresa Bulger Betty Ann Bu rke Iris Claire Butler • Joan Olive Ca ldwell June Ruth Caldwell Rosemary Capone Joseph Michael Caso Barbara Patricio Chisnall Frederick William Coleman Frank Leo Colliton, Jr. Marcia Ellen Connell Bernice Louise Cotter Ann Morie Crompton Evelyn Jeannette Crowley Sharon Ann Crowley Porter MacKenzie Cummings Stephen James Cunniff Alice Cecile Curran Lyla Isabelle Cyr Bart Michael Dalla Mura James Montgomery Dalrymple, Jr. Virginia Mary Daniels Kenneth Way Da ri ng Regina Harris Davidson Betty Joan Doy Gordon Warren Day Jomes John De G ge Gerald Roland Desjardins Lorraine Frances Dore Ruth Helen Dority BART 1\1. 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JERO!\IE DRISCOLL Treasurer Potric1o Anne Dostie Arthur Albert Douillette George Robert Dow Joyce May Dow Waldo Edward Dowhan Lawrence Edward Dowling Cornelius Matthew Driscoll Denis Jerome Driscoll Patricia Eileen Dunham Ronald Williams Dunton Donald Alan Eaton Alike Economou John Arthur Ehnstrom Elizabeth Margaret Elwell George Franklin Emery, Jr. Ruth Morgan Emery Patricia May Felker Rosetta Grace Fernald Alice Lillian Ferrelli Jeremiah John Flaherty, Jr. Russell Edwin Fogg Clarence Adian Foley, Jr. Alice Helena Fournier Jeanette Stella Fracossi Joseph Edwin Frobisher Cynthia Fuli Edmund Buchanan Furber Geraldine Frances Gage Carolyn Ann Gailey Robert Lee Gallagher Jacqueline Louise Gamester Charles Henry Gardner Ralph Maynard Gerth, Ill Mertie Jean Gibson Normagene Gillespie Alice Anne Gillis George Joseph Goodreau, Jr. Marilyn Ruth Gorman Richard Howard Grant Bradley Stuart Greenfield George Christ Grimbilas Bertwell McKinley Ham, Jr. William Hamden Hamel Margaret Ann Harris Barbara Jean Hartson Irene Lee Heavner Lorine Mae Heavner Mary Louise Hennessey Beverly June Hickey Inez Shirley Hirshberg Edith Margaret Hodgdon Robert Sturtevant Holt Clotilde Johnson Harry Wolter Jones �• radua ng Vice President R bert Paul Kecy Norma Fiorillo Kidd Ralph Wilbur Kinch Jacqueline Harriett Kitche11 Blanche Mary Kivett Charles Adelbert Klesaris Allen Ernest Lamb William Alan Francis Langley Jean Louis Lariviere John Paul Leary Ronald Norman Levasseur Arthur Bernard Levitt James Lilakos Irene Louise Littlefield Pau l Gordon Littlefield John Peter Luce John James Macinnis Alice Joan Mahoney Patricia Marie Mahoney N cy K thle n McKenna J me Norman McKenney Josephine Anr Mills Edwin Ferguson Mitchell, Jr. Dorothy Mae Moody J ohn Bradford Mooney, Jr. nit o ephine Morri on Spiro George Mouflouse Warren Weston Muchemore El anor Christina Murray ~nne Marie Nelson Elisabeth Roberta Nickerson Iola Mae Norton Edna Jane Noyes Kathleen Mary O' Brien Ellen Louise Odiorne Joseph Arthur O'Leary Vivian Cora Osborne Gerard Sylvia Ouellette Nancy Jane Parkhurst David Clay Paterson William Gregory Pendergast Arthur Baxter Philbrick Gerald Otis Philbrick Hollis Arnold Pinkham Roy Pirini Rodney ·Jonathan Pitman Hector Gerard Pontbriand Fr derick John Pridham Win ton Grant Procter John Kenneth Ramsay Martha Joyce Ramsay James Thomas Reagan Mary Ann Remick Stanley Louis Ridlon a \Ol Margaret Frances Robbins Pauline Jane Robbins Elwood Everett Roberts . Jr. Mary Agnes Romagnoli Lois Patricia Ross Harold Michael Ryan Joanne Rita St. Hila iro Janet Arlene St. Lawrence Elaine Marie Sandford Katina Savrami1 Frank Robert Scarlto Belle Lauro Schwarts Roberta Marie Scripture Betty Lorraine Sharp Corrine Elisabeth Shuttleworth Sheridan Nicholas Skidmore Paul Sidney Slawson, Jr. Ruth Hassett Slawson Gordon Everett Smart John Paul Smith John Jonas Smith Harriet Merilyn Smith Richard Carroll Smith Loi• Mae Somers Myron Eugene Spinn y Robert Asa Stetson Webster Fairbanks Stickney Patricia Frances Stokel Maureen Teresa Sullivan Paul Franci, Sullivan Gordon Brooks Sylvester Marilyn Jeanne Syphers Robert Syphers Nancy Joan Tabbutt Ellsworth Theodore Task Gray Antone Telles Juliette Therese Tessler Frederick Edison Trafton James Durham Tyree Jeanette Nina Vinciguerra Joseph Anthony Vosella, Jr. Richard Charles Walker Marion Elouise Watson June Bertine Weare Ernest Ralph Webber Loi Ann W ennb rg June Grace Whiteh e Patricia Lo i e Whitehouse Shirley Ann Wil on Earl Freemont Worden, Jr. Alberta Lillian Wortman Richard Jos ph Wosmak Mary Constance Zangari • �\ D'2- St. Patrick's School Local Company Awards Diplomas l Gets Contract for To 62 Students.~1 School Painting s Diplomas were awarded to 62 graduates of St. P atrick's junior high .school at the Church of the Immaculate Conception last night. Following an address by the Rev. Thoma..s J. Connor, D.D., pastor of st. Mary's church, Dover, the graduates received their diplomas from the Rev. James E. Mccooey, Portsmouth pastor. Prayers and benediction were conducted by the Rev. Joseph Shields. The Rev. Robert Quir)t, o. s. B., and the Rev. Thomas J. Duffy were In the sanctuacy. • • • HIGHEST HONORS In the class were awarded to Michael J . Byrne; second . honors to Margairet M. O'Connor. Included in h onorable mention for specialty work were Theresa MacDonald, Frances Driscoll, J ames McLaughlin, Ann Toner, Bonnie Huddleson, Mail'garet O'Brien, Arthur Rutter, Mary Hegarty, Thomas Lamb, Roger Smith, Henry Krook, Robert Doll, Dorothy Mawby, Ann Mikolajcyk, James Regan, Thomas sumvan, Frank Sterry, Donald Jette, and Gerard MacNeil. Frank B. Sterry wa..s class ma.rshal. i A 4,634 contra.ct for ·painting the interior of the Farragut and Whipple schools has been awarded to F. A. Gray & Co. of 30 Daniels street, School Supt. Raymond I. Beal announced today. Beal said the contract was awarded last night at a meeting of the board of education's schoolhouse committee. Beal said it is the first time the entire interior of both schools have been painted since 1933. • • • . THE GRAY COMPANY was ane of six painting firms to submit bids. Beal said the work ls expected to start immediat ely and be completed by Aug. 15. Two , coats of paiI_it will be a,ppliled to the buildings and all woodwork will be sanded an d va.r/ nished. · Total bids for both schools were the Gray company $4,634; Edward H. Paterson, painter, of 41 Daniels str eet, $4,900 ; S. Gordon Task of 1 586 Broad street, $5,534 ; William N. , 1 Dawsmr of 6 Coolidge drive, $6,600; Maynard L. Young of Portsmouth, $8,§70; and A. R. Hope & Co.,- of 2 Wentworth street, Kittery, $9,300. I School Repairs~'v Get Underway )">'> j Four PHS Girls INamed Delegates ~ To Girls' State ~ · 1 ~ , 1 E ,1 Four Portsmouth h igh school girls are delegates to the annual Granite Girls' state t his week at t he University of New Hampshir e. The Girls' state is sponsored by the state American Legion auxiliary and those attending are sponsored by various clubs and organizations. Attending from Portsmouth ar e P atricia McDonough, daughter of Mrs. Elspeth McDonough of State street, who is sponsored by the Rotary club; Marilyn Chandl er, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Chandler of 45 Middle road, sponsored by the Kiwanis club; Adele Goodman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Goodman of Pinehurst road, sponsored by Harry Wlnebaum, and Patrice Gonyer, daught er of Mr. and Mrs. David L. Gonyer of 390 South street, sponsored by the Frank E. Booma American Legion post's auxiliary. Two girls will be chosen this week from Girls' state t o attend Girls' na' tion at Washington, D. c., in August. Minor alterations 1n Portsmouth schools will be completed this sum·mer, School Supt. Raymond I. Beal said today. 'I1he work will include Interior an d exterior painting at several schools, a n ew roof and exterior paint !or the Farragut school, copper gutters for the Haven school, r oof and outside paint, and improvements at :e j~lqr high school shower room. l 1 �103 . �Picture Makers Overwhelmed by Local Cooperation The wea.rylng task of fUm1ng "Lost Bounda.ries" is almost tl.nl.shed. All photography on the W. L. White .story of a Keene Negro doctor Who "passed" for white will be completed in Portsmouth "no later than next Wednesda.y," Producer Loui.s I deRochemont said toda.y. , And so will end an eight weeks bout with ja.ngled nerves, zany mis- 1 oa.lcula.tions, sputtering fits of traditiona.l a.ct.ors' temperaments and uncooperative New England weather. While a.11 Portsmouth, Kittery and Durham have become calmly adjusted to the razzle dazzle of movie ma.kera in their midst, the communities ha.ve seen gnly the smoothworking side of big-time motion picture production. • • • THERE'S ANOTHER SIDE, too- one tha.t any deRochemont worker will tell you is enough to reduce a man to a quivering jelly of nerves. Like the d86', !or 1Dstance, when an important "take" was being made at Horace Mitchell's Sparh&wk mansion in Kittery Point, and right 1n the middle of the hush-hush process, the Wh&leback light fog horn let go with 11:.1! baleful bleat. A deRoohemont representative hurried to the lighthouse and asked the keeper-pretty please-couldn't that horn be silenced. The keeper looked at the movie maker as though he was a fugitive from Ma.rs and 1110%'ted, "Bud, that'd take an act of Congress! " The scene was finished on & flne, clear da.y when Wha.leback fog horn waa silent of Us own accord. Then the fioor boards in Mr. Mitchell's historic home started to act their age. Every time an actor or actreM glided across them, the boards emitted melodious squeaks that reproduced on the sensitive sound track like screams of demented women. So Mr. Mitchell's fioor1ng was shored up here and there until the intruding squeaks were ellmina.ted. • • • CAMERAMEN TRAVELED three times to Nubble light in York to do a scene. But despite offtcia.l predictions of "heavy" seas-which the aoript called for-the waters around the Nubble adamantly remained as smooth as a mill pond. On the fourth day, the sea. was rough-so rough that camera.men planted themselves on the Nubble's slippery rocks and probably wondered what ever led them into a profession where they had to stand 1n icy water that smashed and swirled around them up to their chests. After a long sea.rah, a Maxwell automobile, vintage of about 1920. was found for O'Ile scene. The venerable cair was stored at a Newington machine shop operated by a cousin of Producer deRochemont. The THAT WAS A FUNNY ONE, portrays a New England "chara.ct station. machine shop burned fla.t 1n a.n early morning fire a couple of weeks ago. The flames were too fa.st for the old Maxwell and it was reduced to a charred hulk. Then Director Alf.reel Werker, who did the highly successful thriller, "He Wa.lked by Night," lost his specially detailed script and a felt hat, too, of which he was particula.rly fond. Now Werker goes to the sets wee.ring a. flashy red ski cap that seems entirely out of character with his soft-spoken manner a.nd dark, tortoise-rimmed glasses. Somewhere in the busy days now behind him, Werker a.lso acquired an adhesive •tape patch for a tear in the seat of his pants. He's been too busy to have any truck with tailors. • • • BUT LIKE THE REST of the deRochemont company, Werker has lost none of his aplomb nor genuine a.mazeme'llt with the wholehearted way Portsmouth area people have helped with the tough job of plcture production. The "extras"-most of them Portsmouth residents-have contributed much of their pay to the Port6'mouth Rehabilitation center. The ladies of the Kittery Point Congregational church whipped up a meal for the entire company when they were working on a long, tough sequence at Sparhawk mansion. St. John's Episcopal church parishioners of Portsmouth sat patiently for nearly six hours 1n their church for a sermon "take." There were many such instances of enthusiastic cooperation. Few changes have been made in the movie's original plan. Canada Lee, former Negro boxer who be(Please turn to page twelve) 'FINDER OF LOST BOUNDARIES'-Producer Louis deRochemont, left accepts from the Rev. Robert H. Dunn a silver tray from "his friends in Portsmouth" for his "genuine humanity and devotion to his art." came a. stage hit in Richard Wright's "Native Son," was added to the cast in a last-minute script revamping. He joins lanky Mel Ferrer, fresh from Broadway who plays the doctor, and Beatri~ Pearson who does the role as the sympathetic w!te and mother. Miss Pearson had the lead in the Broadway production of "Voice of the Turtle," and also played a film lead beside John Garfl~~ • • • "LOST BO NDARIES," based on a Reader's Digest article, is scheduled for movie release early in June. Efforts are being made to stage the world premiere in Portsmouth. · · Though the filming winds up next week and cameramen and actors take off for home, the job is st!IJ far from done. DeRochemont and his aides will be busy cutting and editing the "takes" into final shape, arranging distribution, publicity, and other manifold administrative tasks. "We've st!IJ got a lot of midnight oll to be burned," wearily sighed one "Boundaries" executive. · ,. CANADA LEE ", •. Let Freedom Ring!" I �- Hectic Movie Done Almost l OLIMAX-A concluding scene fn the movie, "Lost Bonna.,aries" fs uu,,, w,J.J ha" , •• IMd "'"· Bohind th= " ' RJob ... H ylton ·,,. form) and Susan Douglas, who play the son and daughter of a Negro doctor. The parishioners are all Portsmouth area resid.~nts, a majority of them members of the St. John's church. llhown here u ft WM filmed In Portsmouth's St. John's Episcopal church. Standing- in the middle aisle are Mel Ferrer and Beatrice Pearson who AUTHENTIC CLERGYMAN-The Rev, Robert H. Dunn, rector of St, John's Episcopal church, delivers a key sermon fn one of tlie important scenes in the deRoohemont moving picture being .tlfmed fn Portsmouth. Father Dunn, his hair whitened by expert Hollywood makeup men, Is standing fn the pulpit he uses every Sunday. Members of the deRoohemont ct1mpany call Father Dunn "an excellent actor." FAMILY AFFAIR-Miss Virginia deRochemont, daughter of the "Lost/ Bo~darles'' producer, lol>ks inquiringly at the movie's star, Mel Ferrer, durmg a disaster scene. The bandaged patient is Seth Gardner of Newington. '-- - �Special Ceremonies.. Scheduled. • Here ow1ngs For All Four Several weeks ago Horace Mitchell Major sidelight cf the eighthistoric Sparhawk mansion in weeks-long production of the movie Kittery Point, surveyed the clge.ret was the hospitable and ingenious butts on the floor, the wires run- way Portsmouth and its surrounding ning snake-like across the old towns welcomed the movie people and a.s.isted them. boards, the hurried comings and When deRochemont moved his· goings of grip men, prop men, actcompany into Portsmouth for the ors, actresses and cameramen and actual filming, he gathered the wondered aloud: businessmen and civic leaders of "You know, when all this first the city together at a hurried started, It seemed like sort or a luncheon and told them he had lark. Now I wonder. The deeper I problems, such as these: get into this, the more I puzzle He needed "extras." He wanted about whe.t liie will be like when real New Englanders because the it's all over. This movie's going to movie is documentary and he dewake Ull up to a lot of things." atmosphere throughout. He had Wednesday night, perhaps, Hor- manded that it have an authentic ace Mitchell and hundreds of other to have clothes of the 1920-1930 people from Portsmouth, Kitter,y, period, and automobiles of that Durham, Kennebunkport, Exeter era. He wanted typical New England and other towns will see for them- homes for interior shots. He needed selves just how much of an impact a fire truck to stand by when he "Lost Boundaries" had upon them. was "shooting" indoors. Police were Wednesday night in the ·colonial needed to keep tlhe curious from and 01,ympia. theaters, ''Lost Boun- barging 1n on scenes. de.ries" will be premiered for the DeRochemont got everything he world-ell for the benefit 0 f the wanted and more. At ~he suggestion I of a service club officer, many of Portsmouth Rehabilitation center the "extras", instead of collecting through the gponsorship of the Ex- their day's pay, turned it over to ehange club and Lollis deRoche- the New Hampshire Society for mont, producer. Crippled Children and Handicapped • • • Persons. SHOWINGS ARE scheduled a.t • • • the Colonial at 7 and 9:15 pm and WHEN AN "EXTRA" was needed at the Olympia at 6:30 &nd 8:45 to p an important role as a pm. minister, deRochemont was &bulled Premiere ceremonies will be staged at ea.ch of the four showings. The but mighty pleased when a bona movie's featured players and many fide minister turned up for the job. of the Portsmouth area residents The Reverend Dunn had some exwho had key roles will be introduced perience in a.ma.tegr drama.tics to the audience, along with their while at a. Claremont, N. H. church: prototypes. He brought so much dignity &nd Scheduled to attend each cere- , sincerity to the role, he may well mony are Dick Hylton, who plays be one of the "surprise" stars of the role of son of the Negro doc- the movie. tor; Susan Douglas, the doctor's In one of the key scenes, virtually daughter; Carlton carpenter, boy- all of Reverend Dunn's parishioners friend of the doctor's daughter; the flocked to the church and sat Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector of st. patiently emulating a "congregation" John's Episcopal church, who plays a for eight hours. minister. The Johnston family of On another occasion, some 350 Keene, about whom the fam ed w. L. University of New Hampshire stuWhite story was written, also will dents gave up pa.rt of their spring be special guests. vacation to act as s"extras" for a "Lost Boundaries" is based on a : commencement scene. Reader's Digest article by w. L. Producer deRochemont, who did White. It is the story of a Negro's "The House on 92nd Street," struggle to practice his profession "Boomerang," and the Academy as a doctor while passing as a white award-winner, "Fighting Lady," Inman. After years of conscientious slsts he isn't dealing in mere fla-teffort and application of profession- tery when he says the "extras"al skill, he becomes accepted in a most of them with no previous drasmall New England community. But ma.tics training-ma,y take a large with the coming of World War II, his share of whatever success the show secret becomes known. And th11re lies enjoys. the story's denounement. How will "They're real people~cting real, the community accept a Negro and and that's what we want," he says. his family? When the movie company first • • • swung into Portsmouth and clrcuDeROCHEM:ONT, a resident · of lated at a helter-skelter pace to Newington, and Hollywood's most Kennebunkport, Durham and Kitexpert practitilmer of documentary tery 1n huge moving vans, chartered movies, liked the story-and char- buses and station wagons, the necks acterlstically decided to set it 1n its of townspeople craned and there natur~ ale. were curiOUs stares. stood in the littered hallway of his • • • AS THE EIGHT weeks of filming neared an end·, actors and actresse,s, their faces plastered thick with grease paint, caused hardly a ripple of wonder. · One minor tragedy struck midway through the production. A Maxwell automobile, vintage of approximately 1920, had been procured for use in several scenes. DeRochemont left the CM" with a cousin who owned a machine shop in Newington. The machine shop burned flat in a raging fire, and the venerable Maxwell was reduced to a charred hulk by the flames. One thing New Hampshire couldn't provide-so early in the spring - were May flowers needed for one "shot." But a Danbury florist who ; was "forcing" them f-or commercial · trade, saved the day and the May flowers were recorded on celluloid. · Even the • New Hampshire state prison at Concord got into the act. Prisoners there manufactured spi.cial number plates for one of the old automobiles. The years stamped into the number plates were to swing before the camera several times to denote the passage of time. I I • • • BUT IT ALL didn't go off on sweet schedule. Tea cakes were needed for one scene and deRochemont's wife, Virginia, filled t he need. She cooked a batch of tea cakes, but a quick change in the schedule threw the tea-cake scene back two weeks, and Mrs. deRochemont's efforts were lost. But with all its hitches, "the whole thing's been amazing." says deRochemont. "Everyone's been so helpful." In the "help," however, lies the crux of 'Lost Boundaries." The "help" were real people spelling out the movements and atmosphere of a daring story. , Wednesday nlirht the people of Portsmouth wm see not only themselves 1n "Lost Boundaries,''. but all they stand for. I �3,100 See .'Lost Boundaries' Here; J'-' 'l1 Therapy Center t o Get $3,000 An estimated 3,100 persons jammed two Portsmouth theaters last night to see the orld's premiere in four showings of the moving picture they had done so much to make. They we11t to see themselves, their homes and their friends on the screen and came away after seeing deeper into themselves than they might have expected. Lows deRochemont's "Lost Boundaries," film record of the struggles of a Keene Negro doctor and his fight for acceptance in a world hostile to dark skin, lured approximately 3,100 people into the Colonial and Olympia theaters and at least as many others into Congress street to witness the excitement of the city's first world premiere. Exchange club officials who sponsored the benefit premiere said the four showings will net "at least $3,000" for the Portsmouth Rehablitation center. "And even that Is a very conservative flgu1·e," they added, "It A l,\,lALL PART OF 3,100-"Lost Boundaries" movie-goers crowd beneath the marquee of the Colonial may go higher." theater on their way to the "second how." A line three abreast t railed from the theater, down Congress street, around the corner and up Fleet street to State street. (Portsmouth Herald photo) If applause foi- a picture in which they had played o integral a part Dr. Carter goes to Keenham to could , be any barometer of the face the frosty hospitality of its Back in Keenham again, the enmovie's ultimate success, "Lost New England families and wins tire Carter family decides to f-e.ce Father Dunn then introduced Boundaries" might be ranked wi~ their affection with his skill and , up to its problem, With the help of Canada Lee, who came to t he prethe best ever made. ,. human approach to their prob- 1an awakening sermon by the minmiere unexpectedly and unan• .•• • lems. · ister and their own record of acnounced · AT THE '7 Pl\1 showing in the Dr. Carter finally wins the com- complishment, the Carters are acLee delivered a fervent verdict of Colonial theater, a packed audience plete confidence, of his fellow cepted into the fraternity and comapproval for the "Lost Boundaries" applauded for a full minute when townspeople. His wife, played by panionship of their beloved home message, saying It was the story of the last voice and scene had died Beatrice Pearson, becomes a mem- as though there had been no "America," and had caused him-a away on the screen. Then the au- ber of the women's organizations of change. Negro-to "believe again." dience fell Into an unembarrassed the town and his children, a son, Philip F. Gray, president of the When Dick Hylton, the assured and universal wiping of eyes and played by Dick Hylton, and a Exchange club which sponsored young "find" of the picture, followed snuffling to choke back the emotions daughter, portrayed by Susan the premiere for the benefit of the Lee on stage, he confessed that aroused by the bold story of a race Douglas, become typical teen-age Portsmouth Rehabilitation center, "there Is nothing for me to sayproblem. kids In a typical, New England small introduced Mr. deRochemont benot after Canada Lee." Although the Colonial theater au- town. \ fore the movie began. • • • dience murmured aloud several times Throughout this development of Deftochemont, in a brief welcome, NEXT INTRODUCED were t he during the movl~ when familiar his career, Dr. Carter is befriended thanked the people of the Portssix members of the Johnston family scenes such as the church in Ken- by the town's leading minister, mouth area for their support, "withwho walked to the center of the nebunkport, the public comfort sta- played with authentic conviction by out which 'Lost Boundaries' could stage, bowed to a crescendo of aption here, the Pepperrell and Sparnot have been made." plause and returned immediately to hawk mansions in Kittery Point DeRochemont then introduced the wings. and well-known faces flashed across th e Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector of an ebullient Edwa rd Everett Horton, Finally, Father Dunn called de- · the screen, most of the intent watch- st• John's church in Portsmouth. noted star of stage and screen who Rochemont from the wings and ers lost their original identity with • • • is scheduled to apear at the Ogun- presented the producer with a silver the picture and became absorbed In DR. CARTER'S SECRET is sud- quit playhouse. tray 'from "the people of Portsits story of Dr. Scott Carter. d~nly disclosed, however, when he • • • mouth.'' Dr. carter, played by Mel Ferrer, attempts to enlist In the navy mediHORTO AFFABLY acknowlFather Dunn r ead from the tray's is a Negro who looks like a white Cal corp in World War II. The edged that he was only too happy Inscription: man. Upon his graduation from fact that he had been a member of to say "a few thousand words." "To Louis deRochemont, tinder 1 medical college and his marriage, he a Negro fraternity In college betrays "In all nature," he quipped, of 'Lost Boundaries,' a motion pic:flnds his internship in a Southern his race. "there's nothing sweeter th an a,p-1 •ture reflecting the producer's genuNegro hospital taken away from him The •udden revelation that he Is plause.'' ine humanity, his affection for his because a "Southern man" Is want- a Negro strikes the son with such Following the movie, Father Dunn native New England and his devoed introduced Horace Mitchell as "the tion to his art. In grateful apprecia. an Impact that the boy flees his Then the doctor's struggle begins home and goes to Harlem to learn Sage of Kittery Point." Mr. Mitch- tion from his many friends in Portsin full. After working in a shoe fac- how a Negro feels. There, when he ell, who played the role of a New mouth, New Hampshire, June 22, tory and with a baby on the way, attempts to prevent a man from England "character," only smiled 1949.'' he decides to accept bhe advice of .Shooting another, the son is susat the audience and accepted its friends and "pass" as white. He ected of carr . long applause with a broad grin nd takes an internship in Portsmouth ~mpting .Jmg Aa gunda ta atand a bright blush. hospital-posing as a white doc- . mm _er. n un ers ndI Carleton Carpenter, who had the tor. 1mg Negro police Jleutenant, porrole of the gangling boy friend of • • • trayed by Canada Lee, eases the Dr. Carter's daughter, was next on boy's problem and sends him home WHEN HE GOES on an emerstage with Mr. deRochemont's dog, again. gency case to the Isles of Shoals and "Pee Wee,'' in tow. Carpenter read performs a daring operation on a a message from Susan Douglas who vacationing fisherman, he Is offered_ cabled from Paris, France, that she a practice In a town called Keenwas unable to get a plane r eservaham. He at :first declines, but Is adtion to attend the premiere. vised that he need never reveal his (Please turn to pa.ge three) color. 1------_-_-_-_-_-_-_-----~ I I �Portsmouth Will 'See Itself' 'ji. d,l> . ~ CLIMAX SCENE-Mel Ferrer and Beatrice Pearson, stars of "Lost Boundaries," walk hesitantly down the aisle of St. John's Episcopal church. Behind them are Dick Hylton and Susan Douglas, who play t he son and daughter of the doctor. AT KITTERY POINT-John DeCourcy, right, of Portsmouth, walks with Mrs. James T . Heyle of Exe ter ~ast Mel Ferrer and _Beatrice Pearson in a scene filmed at Kittery Point. Mel Ferrer is tipping his hat in ireetmg, �'Lost. Boundaries' Premiere Stirring Address By Canada Lee :J~ Marks Ceremony A slight man in a neat, grey hat walked swiftly through the first lobby of the Colonial theater. His w.iife in a simple, print dress clung to his arm, trailing him somewhat because his steps were more ha.sty -and perhaps, you could say, ' nervous. They walked into the inner lobby. The man in his severely pressed new suit-or perhaps it was an old one pressed all new for the occasiondug self-consciously into his pocket for tickets. Then they headed fm the stairs into the balconiy. His wife held her head slightly bowed and her White hair caught a sheen from the lights in the lobby. 1 They went quickly up the stairs as though they had a destiny up there and must hurry to it. The white-hail1ed woman stlll clutched her husband's arm ns they mnved into one of the top box seats and sat down. w!bh some misgivings, to be .sure, but accepting him. When 1Jhe movie was finished and the lights went on again, the Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector of St. John's Episcopal church, walked onto the stage in a grey suit, blushing above his rigid, white collar. Father Dunn first introduced Hora-ee Mitchell, "The Sage of Kit- tery Point," who walked swiftly into the spotlight, grinned broadly into the loud applause and backed toward the curtain in a frightened retreat. Next came gaunt, youthful Carleton Carpenter, who had played the role ·of a gangling schoolboy. In tow, Ca,rpenter had deRochemont's shaggy black dog, "Pee w ee." Then to .the amazement of the audience, still figh ting to push back tears induced by the impact of the movie itself, Father Dunn announced simply that Canada Lee-who _ played with a jarring realism, the role of a Harlem pollceman-"is here." Lee, big and bunchy in ·a dark suit, walked slowly to 'the center of the stage. Some of the shuffle and sliding gestures tha t he'd inherited as a professional f!ghtei; -w ere stlll evident in his walk. His dark facf' showed some of the scars of t he ring under the strong spotlight. • • • • • • THEY LOOKED around a little hesitantly at the people who had filled virtually every seat in the theater. They seemed to be leaning toward th e persistent low mumble that fills the air around every crowd. Then they settled back in their seats in eloquent dignity. They were Negroes and it was about time for a moving picture a,bout Negroes and their centuries-old problems to begin on th e screen of a theater in Portsmouth-where, up to now, no one had thought muoh about Negroes except that their color wa.s different. Then the lights dimmed and the movie began. It started v,.ithout too muoh fanfare, the u::;ual names of directors, actors and photographers, until it ·picked up the clear, deep .voice of a man talking about a little community ln New Hampshire and how a Negro doctor faced a problem there. on, ''Lost Boundaries" told the story of Dr. Scott Carter, a light-skinned Negro , who determined to practice his profession even though he had to pre- , tend to be a white man. It told of his success, the disclosure of his secret and how a New England community accepted him in the end..:.. A 'D FROM THERE (Please turn to page three) LEE OBVIOUSLY wasn't totally REAL MAN IN A REAL ROLE-The Rev. Robert H. Dunn makes believe in the same pulpit from which he delivers his sermons every Sunda.7 1at St, John's Episcopal church. prepared for the long applause that !greeted him, or or the indication in that applause that the people of Portsmouth expected him to say something Important. ' Then he moved to the front of the stage while Father Dunn moved back slowly · toward the curtain. Those in the front rows-if they looked sharp-might h ave seen that Father Dunn's eyes were red and moist. Lee's voice was pitched somewhere between the de ep resonance that you expect from a Negro and the metallic whisper of one trained to . throw his voice to the balcony from a stage. He twisted his big, gnarled hands in front of him and started to talk. He said that he was proud of "Lost .- Boundaries," proud because he knew what it was trying to say. • • • "IT'S ABOUT AMERICA," Can- ada Lee said, "Our America that I read about in books when I was a boy-our America that I read about in books but was not so-for me. "I know all about it," he · said. "When we wanted to fight for our America, we could only fight in a segregated army. "But then you see a picture like this and hear all the applause coming from you peopfe for wha t it's trying to do-and you begin to llelieve again.'' Then Lee, still searching for words, started to twist his big, ring-battered hands again. Suddenly he parted them and raised them 1in a gesture of supplication. "My country 'tis of thee, "Swe~t land of liberty, of thee I smg; I LO9 ''Land where my fatbe,r's died, · "Land of the pilgrims' pride· "From every mountain side, let freedom ring. "Let freedom ring." • • • AND WITH THAT, Canada Lee turned abruptly and walked into the wings. · 1 Upstairs in the last, highest box seat, the slight little man in the grey he.t and the little woman with the white hair dabbed frantically at their eyes with handkerchiefs, looked hastily around them, and as the audience heaved from its seat..s, they melted into the crowd and were gone. Their story had been told. j j �Walton to Face Court Friday on 14 Bank Counts William C. Walton, Jr?~jlc.', ted former president of the New Hampshire National bank, ls scheduled for arraignment Friday on 14 federal counts charging mishandling of $59,500 in bank funds. The clerk of the U. S. District court in Concord said today that Walton will make his appearance there at 11 am. He will be arraigned by Judge Aloysius J. Connor, who set the time for hearing Walton's pleas. The question of trial depends upon the nature of the pleas and whatever arrangements are made between defense counsel and the U. s. district attorney, according to the court clerk, William H. Barry. • • • THE INDICTMENT of Walton ls based on 14 separate transactions, which Include seven allegedly falsified .notes ranging in amount from $2,000 to $16,000. Of the total sum, $44,800 was allegedly diverted to the now defunct New England Fibre company, of which Walton was a director. It was charged that Walton made entries of fictitious loans in the bank's books and then obtained the money by making out notes against the accounts of various depositors. These accounts, according to the indictment, were in the names of six' Portsmouth men and one business concern. The accounts listed In the indictment were those of Harry Winebaum, Harry G. Batchelder, Frederick E. Call, Maurice Dinnennan, Joseph Cohen, John L. Scott and the Taccetta Chevrolet and Oldsmobile Walton's resignation as president of the bank coincided with disclosure of the scandal Involving his alleged mishandling of funds'. A rapid succession of events brought a.bout Walton's arrest by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and his sub.sequent appearance before the U. s. district commissioner in Concord on a single charge contained In the original complaint age.Inst him. Walton pleaded not guilty at that time, but was arraigned by the federal grand jury a few weeks later on the 14 counts he now faces. I I \\0 Walton Pleads Guilty; Five-Year Jail Term Suspended by Court ~Leniency Shown I As Friends Back Ex-Bank Head I He remarked toot Walton's purchase of 100 shares of stock In the bank he headed was the only appar. ent benefit the defendant derived from his defalcations. The hearing' brought forth a.nd an impressive set of facts and fig• ures concerned with Walton's banking practices but not related to the charges against him. A five-year federal prison sent• ence wa.s suspended for William c. · The district attorney said the naWalton Jr. early this afternoon tlonal bank examiners had cited a after he pieaded guilty to all 14 figure of $314,000 in "uncollectable counts of an indictment charging. accounts.'' These affairs were civil Wm with the fraudulent handling In nature, however, he explained, and of $59,500 in funds of the New merely involved "bad Judgment" Hampshire National bank while he factors. • • was serving as its president. SULLIVAN disclosed that Walton Sentence was passed after tlhe already had made restitution in the U. S. District attorney, Dennis E. amount of $62,000 and that, when Sullivan, said that he could not campleted, this figure will reach "recommend punishment for this $102,000. man" in light of the mitigating cir- - A represntative holding Walton's cumstances of the case. $100,000 surety bond said h is firm would accept r esponsibµity for U. s. District Judge AloYslus J. $229,000 of the overall amount, inConnor imposed the suspended sendicating its apparent confidence in tence only on the first count of the the accounts. indictment. The r emaining 13 counts • • were continued. THE 14 COUNTS in the inddot• • • ment against Walton each repreTWENTY-THREE minutes were se:nt.ed a spec!flc tran.saction involconsumed by the reading o! the ving bank funds. These constituted indictment alone, and this was folfictitious loans forged in the names lowed by a long dlscussion of the of seven depositors and conversion tangled financial e.ffalra between of the money thus obtained by means Walton and the bank. of false notes. When the time for actual arThe major share of the total sum raignment came, Walton answered -$44,800-was diverted to the New the clerk of court in a. flnn, clea.r England Fibre compa.ny, of which voice. Walton was a director. That com"I plead guilty." he said. pany, manufacturers of acoustical "To all 14 counts?" asked the material at Freeman's Point, was clerk. later forced into bankruptcy !>Y Walton then nodded and .replied. complications r esulting from the 0 4 'Yes. banker's manipulations. The district attorney, in effect, The series of fraudulent dealings · stepped out of the role of prosecutor covered a period of 13 months and and presented a strong plea for le- ranged In Individual amounts from niency in Walton's behalf. . $2,000 to $16,000. They were listed He pointed out that the banker in the indictment as follows: had made sizeable restitution for • • • the losses incurred by the bank and FAL E ENTRY of a $2,200 loan to that he had already "suffered" :from Harry Winebaum on Sept. 4, 1947, personal loss and disgrace. and conversion of that amount on Walton's attorney, Samuel J:.ievy, backed thls statement with a. I?lea. of a false note to Harry E. Pike on ! . bis own and then offered'. 11hree the same date. "character witnesses." They were J. False entry of a $10,000 loan to D. Hartford, publisher and editor o! Harry G. Batchelder on Feb. 6, 1948, The Portsmouth Herald; John H. De• and conversion of the full amount Courcy, local insurance man, and on a false note to the New England Frank B. Nay, county register, of Fibre company on the same date. pr9bat e. False entry of an increase in the • • Winebaum loan from $2,000 to $6,AFTER LISTENING to the .UC• 000 on April 12, 1948, and conversion cession of explanations and appeals,._ of $3,500 of the amount on a false I Judge Connor described tlhe ease note to purchase stock in the bank as "one of the w~rdest" he had 1 on April 20, 1948. ever experienced, pointing out the False entry of a $5,000 loan to absence of evidence ahowmg per- Frederick E. Call on April 30, 1948, sonal gain. and conversion of the full amount to the New England Fibre company on the same date. • • • • • • FALSE Efl<TRY of a $2,000 loan to Maurice Dinnerman on Aug. 26, 1948. False entry of a $15,000 loan to Joseph Cohen on Sept. 18, 1948, and conversion of $14,500 of the amount on a false note to the New England Fibre company on the same date. False entry of a $5,000 loan to John L. Scott on Sept. 29, 1948. False entry of a $16,000 Joan to the T'<I.CCetta Chevrolet and Oldsmobile company on Oct. 8, 1948, and conversion of $15,300 of the amount on a false note to the New England Fibre company on the same date. I ALTHOUGH $59,500 was allegedly obtained through the fraudulent notes, $9,200 was not accounted for in the disposal transa<:tions des1 cribed in the indictment. The first public disclosure of the bank scandal oame with the announcement of Walton's resignation as president of the institution last Jan. 25. At that time Wa.J.ton already had been arrested by FBI agents and taken before the United States commissioner dn Concord on the , single charge of "misllJPplying" $15,000 in bank funds. He pleaded innocent to that charge and was freed in $15,000 bail when the case was continued. I • * • IT WAS the same morning that ' the bank issued its formal statement telling of Walton's resignation and admitting "irregularities in transactions approximating $60,000." But not until Walton was indicted by a federal grand jury nearly three I months later was the nature of the transactions revealed. The first news of tihe banker's involvement struck with startling surprise in the ranks ol: his wide acquaintenceshi.p. He had become highly-regarded among nearly all groups of citizens and bis record as a civic leader had enhanced his reputation. ' • • • A GRADUATE of Phillips Exeter academy and Dartmouth college, he learned the banking business under his father, the late Wililam C. Walton, Sr., · and became assistant ca.shier of the bank. · Upon Ws father's death, Walton was named to succeed him as president. He was only 31 at the time and had the distinction of beIng one of the youngest bank executives in the state. He ls the father of four daughters and resides here at 903 Middle street. �\II w ·a lton Gets ChanCf! for-NeWS-tart On car~er Wrecked by Bank Fraud Sulllvan explained that while $54,William C. Walton, Jr., who em- I 500 was the amount shown In the bezzled his own bank of $54,500, had mouth men to the court as Willing indictment, "there were other irreguhls•,Jlay In court yesterday-and advocates o! the cause of leniency. larities In the records which are • • • four:id himself among friends. not federal offenses." HE POINTE D out that among 'ihose friends pleaded his cause so them was Harry Wlnebaum whose ''What do you mean by that?" effectively that Walton Is free today nnme was one of those used by asked J udge Connor. with a chance to rebulld the career Walton In his lllegal transactions. The district attorney explained he wrecked when he started falsi- Others were Dr. William Farringthat when the bank examiners went fylng bank records back In Septem- ton, Thomas F. Mullen, Jr., Arthur through the books after Walton's ber, 1947. resignation on Jan. 25 they listed J. Healey, James C. Piper, George $314,000 In "uncollectlble'' notes and They assured U. S. District Judge R. Chick, James M. Culberson and $60,000 in "doubtful notes." 41oyslus J. Connor that "no one In '1 Charles E. Batchelder. • • • Levy ended his client's case with Portsmouth wants to see Bill Walton "THEY WERE valid notes," he the appeal ,t hat Walton had "held go to jail." said, "The persons Involved actualout a helping hand to Portsmouth ly slgned them, but there was a John H. DeCourry put It this way: people." 1 questlon of misrepresentation to the "Most of us feel that Bill hes suf"He has nothing left-No home, fered enough In his descent from no money encl four children to care directors by !10th Walton and the bank president to soap peddler." borrowers. So the examiners listed for," Levy said. "I beseech the court • • • the loans as 'uncollectlble'." to exercise clemency. ALTIIOUGU WALTON freely adHe said it was his understanding He was asked by Judge Counor mitted his transgressions, Just about lo give the government's view of that many of the so-called "uncol- ' every,thlng snld of him at yester- · "matter," District Attorney Sullivan lectlble'' Joans have since been made good. day's arraignment on a 14-count In- said. "This is not similiar to the dictment was In his favor-at least ordinary defalcation and I believe This was confhmed by Levy who In a mitigating way. / WAS asked by the court to give a the quesUon of Intent should be considered. "precise" summary of the sltuatlon Even the prosecutor In the case, at the bank. • • • U. S. District Atty. Dennis E. Sul1 "It Is a question of civil liability 1 "THE MAN did not benefit per- , livan, decried the need for punishsonally from his lllegal acts and he on those notes," Levy said. "There ment. In fact, he struck the first i.s already a civil sult under way note of leniency, and the defense should not be penalized just because he Is R b1tnker." I ngainst WRlton to dete1mine hls carried the chorus from then on. "I have a profound belief In the responsiblllty for making those It presented a perplexing situation honesty and integrity of New Hamploans." / for the obviously bewildered Judge shire bankers." Sulllvan continued. "Where were lhese lllegal tranConnor. Reaching out for en undersactions discovered?" Judge Connor stancting of the strange turn of the "and I do not believe that punishing asked. case, he questioned principals re- Walton will serve any useful purpose. He has received ample punishWhen he was told they were unpeat.edly along the line of, "What ment, and penal sentence would be i covered during a directors' meeting, WIii the public think lf we show no more punishment than he· has he Rsked if Winebaum was "accusleniency? Wlll It be content?" already suffered. tomed" to borrowing money at the When J. D. Hartford, publisher of "Furthermore, there's nothing to · bank. The Portsmouth Herald, said thaL there contradict Walton's statement that Levy said, "No." had been "no clamor from our rradhe did not benefit personally, but • • • ers or o~her demand" for punishwas trying to help the New England THE JUDGE then nnmed some ment, the judge asked: Fibre company over a difficult time." other men whose names appeared "Mr. Hartford, will the commuJudge Connor Interrupted. "It's on the f11lslfied notes and queried, nity be content if there Is no penal a weird tale all right. If he did that "Shouldn't the directors have r ecsentence?" much in one year, I don't know what · ognized some of these n ames. ApHartford replied, "l am one of he would have done In two years." · parently 1f It had not come to the those who believe the New England directors' attention there Is no tell"Justice hRll been done, your • Fibre company could have WC'alh- I honor," replied Sullivan. "It may ing how long It would have lasted. erC'cl the storm Ir this cM;e hnd 11ot be that we ~hould follow the policy "It's a queer situation," Judge broken. I believe that Bill Walton of a:n eye for eye, but I believe he ' Connor continued, "that a man had the interest of a small-town should be allowed to care for hls should lend out money without mobanker In small-town business wife and children." tives of personal gain. Why didn't he men, encl am well satisfied that If use his own money to buy the $3,500 • • • given a chance he can rehabilitate worth of bank stock?" IT WAS T IU,:N that he recomhimself." Levy explained that 200 shares mended "a sus!){'ndecJ sentence end • • • rprobatlon · for whatever term the "suddenly came on the market" and TUE COURT was also treated to court wishes." that Walton bought 100 shares which the unusual sight of another judge Sullivan poinled out that Wallon later sold "for more than $4,000. appearing before the bar of the had made restitution of $62,000 Rnd The judge remarked, "I notice court to plead the cause of a con- that when he completes the trans- from the probation records that even victed defendant. fer of his house and other property, back In 1932, the bank examiners the total restitution would be $1~2,- I recommended that there be a change Maine Superior Court Justice Ar- 000. in management at the bank because thur E. Sewall of York Village said "In addition, the bonding com- of laxity In making loans." he believed that clemency was "Justi- pa11y has placed Walton's $100,000 "That wasn't this Walton," Levy fied." bond at lile disposal of the bank," 1.~n tel, 1tddlng, "It'.~ nn almost unbellcveable fRctor that a man should The pleading was then tnken llp the prose.:utor explained. jeopRl'dlzc his life, his reputation Immediately Judge Connor quesby Frank B. Nny, Rockingham and his personal security just to county's reglster or probnte, who tioned the amount of restitution. "That's a total of $202,000 to cov- lend money. described Walton as "a friend to "Watson (Earl E. Watson, presier a $54,500 mishandling of funds," needy businessmen" and also insisted dent of the bankrupt New England bhat "no one wants to see him go to he said. "I don't understand that. Fibre company) painted a pretty Why is it that much?" jall." picture of the company's future." , Defense counsel Samuel Levy InLevy said. "Walton owned less than I troduced a number of 0U1er Ports10%of Its stock and I believe it was 1 hill sole interest to loan money so 1· the bank would get more income." I I ::.;;.~,...,_,• • I • - • I F INALLY, Jud,ge Connor turned I to Walton and said, "I'm going to ' give you a chance to rej)a.bllitate yourself for the sake o! your children and the friends who have fe.ith In you." He then sentenced Walton to five years In the pentltentlary and order.ed It suspended, placing the former Ibank president on prob~tlon for ' five years. The sentence was Imposed on the first count of the indictment and ' the other counts were continued for , sentence. j Portsmouth Area Relief Payments Seen on Decline 1 An opthrJstic note was sounded today by County Commissioner Irving W. Marston, who predicted that . direct relief payments in the Portsmouth area will show "a marked decrease" during May, compared to four previous months of 1949. Marston said that the county spent $5,205 during April for direct relief food orders and cash allowances, an increase of nearly $2,000 over March. The county commissioner said the sharp increase in Aprll. paymen ts I was "due largely" to bills coming In late from merchants, compelling the comrrrissioners to pay some March accounts from April funds. • • • THE 11\IPROVEl\lENT• foreseen for May relief subsidie.~ 1s based on the fact that in the first two weeks of this month only "two new cases h ave been r eported," he said. Marsto1i said that •employment apparently is increasing, thus getting people off the relief rolls. Portsmouth received the "lion's share" of the April spending by the commissioner. Toe city's poor received $4,216 or the S6,2~5 expended. Business Census Conducted Here A citywide census or business establishments ls being conciuctect by the United States Census bureau. At the same time representatives of tihe census bureau are making surveys throug,hout the United States. 'IU1e last national business ce11sus taken in 1939 when $4 000,000,000 in retail sales re'portcd. Miss Carlotta Dondero of 379 State street is one of the local representatives of the census bureau according to Director Alfred o. Pioli of Manohester. · ("' / was . I �Fibre· Firin 'Bankrupt'; 0\ Bank Sues Earl Watson The New England Fibre Co., Inc., is bankrupt. U, s. District Justice Aloysius J . Connor yesterday ended the life o! the four-year-old Portsmouth acoustical tlle concern which has been in financial trouble since William C. Walton, Jr,, former president of the New Hampshire National bank, was , charged with "mishandling" bank funds. The fibre company petitioned In February tor reorganization and Atty. Wllliam F. Harrington, Jr., was named trustee by Justice Connor. • • • HARRINGTON TODAY SAID "the next step ls llquldatlon o! the company." A Manchester attorney, Joseph J. Betley, has been appointed referee In bankruptcy, Harrington aald. Harrington will continue aa trustee. l LEGAL NOTICES Charter Ha. 1052 '2.~ In Its legal action against Wal- I ton, the federal government charges I that through iraudulent notes he transferred $44,800 to the New England Fibre account. • • • THE . BANK ls taking legal action against Earl E. Watson, president or the fibre company, to recover $14,000 In persona) promissory notes the bank claims as Its due. The bank already has attached Watson's propert,y in its recovery suit, The promissory notes listed in the action include: (1) $1,400, due Oct. 28, 1948. (2) $1,500, due Feb. 7, 1949. (3) $4,000 dated Dec. 3, 1947, payable on demand. (4) $6,000, dated Nov, 13, 1948, payable on demand. l\IEANWHILE, LEGAL NOTICES Reserve District Ho. New Hampshire National Bank 1 Of Po rtsmouth, •in the State of New Hampshire, at the close of business on June 30, 1949, published in response to call ' made by Comptroller of the Currency, Under Section 5211, U. S. Revised Statutes. CONCORD, June, 29 (AP) 'Phe possibility looms that $2,600,000 \Iona! $500,000 contiibuted by the federal government. annual state aid for schools and If the $2,000,000 (tor the biennipublic relief may be shifted back to um) )slash Is made, New Hampcities and towns, the Concord Monishire would automatically forfeit tor reported today. • If the shift is approved, the Moni- the $1,000,000 In federal contributor said, it would automatically tions for a like peiiod, and the enboost average local tax rates in tire cost would automatically fall cities and towns an estimated $4 back upon the cities and towns, Commissioner Andrews explained. to $6. Finance committee chairman Sen. The Senate finance commlUee revealed today It has ulready agreed Curtis C. Cummings CR-Colebrook) to reducing the house-approved $1,- aamltted his group was conslderlng this possibility with many other 500,000 for school aid, to U00,000. The newspaper said It had learn- drastic budget slashlngs which will ed the Senate money group ls con- serious!~ hurt many of the state's sidering abolition of the Plymouth people." teachers college, and further curCummings stressed "that the tailment of the state planning and House of Representatives officidevelopment commission. ally voted notice to us yesterday The appropriation for the Ply- that they want us to cut the $34, mouth Institution for the next bien- 500,000 budget to meet present innium amounts to about $600,000 come, without new taxes. We shall compared to $910,000 for operation attempt to do just that, and see if the lower branch wants to turn of the teachers college at Keene. a large bundle of state costs back • • • THE PLANNING and develop- to the cities and towns, along with ment agency voluntarily cut its other Impairments of present state services." original budget requirements by Rep. Charles R. Thomas CR-Dubabout $65,000. They now amount to about $550,000 In the biennial bud- lin), a veteran legislator and town official, declar~d "what ls happening get bllls, At a council o! towns meeting this ls reimposition o! the direct state morning Welfare Commissioner El- tax, In an Indirect way." The House mer V. Andrews declared that I! the has already overwhelmingly killed budget Is cut further, the most likely a direct tax proposal. This levy, c>n action would be to tum medical real estate and business properties, costs for needy aged, blind and was abolished Jn 1939 when the tobacco tax was enacted. mothers a11d children, back to local communities. ' The Monitor said scores of towns were preparing for i;peclal town • • • THIS EXPENSE now totals $1,- meetings to handle the situation 000,000 to the state, with an addi- should they be called upon to boost / their local tax rates. I ASSETS Cash, balances with other banks, including reserve balance, and cash items in process of collection. , , , .. $ 837,466.64 2. United States Government obligations, direct and guaranteed . , .•.. , .••......•....•• , , ••••••• 3. Obligations of States and political subdivisions ..•..•.• 1,409,398.~9 , (>6,000.00 Carparate stock• ( including $7,500.00 stock af Federal Reserve bank I .. .... .............•.•.• 7,500.00 6. Loans and discounts (including no overdrafts) •••••••• 665,976.94 7. Bank premises owned, none, furniture and fixtures $28,150.22 ••••.••.•.• , •. , , .••• , •••• 28,150. 22 ' Other assets ..••...••••••••••••••••••• , • , ••• 2,883.14 12. TOTAL ASSETS •••.....•....•••••••• , •••. $3,017,375 .6 3 LIABILITIES 13. Demand deposits of individuals, partnerships, and corporations .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. , , . $2,294,824.06 IS. Deposits of United Stotes Government ( including postal savings) ....... , . . . . . . . . . .. , ...••.• 67,574.04 16. Deposits of States and politico! subdivisions , . , . , .• , .• 145,014.49 17. Deposits of bonks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , ..... , •• 163,719.00 1 18. Other deposits ( certified and cashier's checks, etc.) .. • 88,029 .60 19. TOTAL DEPOSITS ..•••••• , . $2,759,161.19 1. s. "· 24. 25. 26. 27. 29, • I Report Of Condition Of The , 1 .I I •. . Tax Rate Hikes Seen Ji_ In Possible Aid Cuts I ----------------------- / Tax Rate Increase Looms Here With i . TOTAL LIABILITIES , .••... , , .... , ••.•••• . $2,759,161.19 CAPITAL ACCOUNTS Capital Stock: (cl Common stock, total par $125,000.00 .. , $125,000.00 Surplus . ...... ..•.••••••.•... , ••• , , ..• , • • • • • 125,000.00 Undivided profits ••••••••••••••••••• , ••••••••• 8,214.44 TOTAL CAPITAL ACCOUNTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258,214.44 30, TOTAL LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL ACCOUNTS $3,017,375.63 MEMORANDA Assets pledged or assigned to secure liabilities and for other purposes .. . , ... , ....... . .... , . , . . . • • 280,000.00 State of New Hampshire, County of Rockingham, ss: I, W. L. Conlon, cashier of the above-named bank, do solemnly swear that the above statement is true ta the best of my knowledge and belief. 3 I. W. L. CONLON, Cashier. Sworn to and subscribed before me this 6th day of July, 1949. WILLIS E. UNDERHILL, Notary Public. CORRECT ATTEST: JOHN H. GREENAWAY BEHJ. M. HARTSHORN CHARLES M. DALE I) lre ct ore. Is~~~?.!.~!~..~~!~,::1. tax rate increase if Gov. Sherman Adams and the Legislature continue to slash state education appropriations, 'City Manager Edward C. Peterson Indicated today before leaving for Concord tor a conference with state officials over the badlymutilated school bills. Peterson said he was alarmed over the action of the governor and lawmakers who have trimmed education aid appropriations from $2,500,000 down to $1,500,000. The Senate now ls considering the budget and ls expected to slash the education bills even more. There also is a possibility that the House may reconsider the appropriations later with the intention of reducing them even lower. • • • PETERSON SAID the city had expected to receive $48,807 from sta,te aid this year. 'But if they keep cutting the blll I at Concord we may lose the whole thing and I wouldn't be surprised i! it resulted In a $2 tax rate increase tor Portsmouth," Peterson added. "I would like to trim the tax rate this year but I won't be able to I if the governor and Leglslatw·e bouncing the bills around up ' keep there." Peterson also said he planned to confer with 'state' highway department officials over proposed alleviation o! the traffic hazard at the Woodbury avenue-Interstate highway intersection. I • • • heard anything further on their plans so I'm going up to Concord to see what's doing," Peterson explained. He said he would attempt to leam when the governor a.nd councl! plan to 'hold another publlc hearing In Portsmouth on the traftflc problem. "WE HAVEN'T �County Tax Levy For Portsmouth Set at:S\:.~$129,179 City Must Pay 31% of Total In Entire Area Portsmouth will assume the role of "sugar daddy" to Rockingham County a;galn th!s year when it pays a record $129,179 In county tnxes. This was nnnounced today by City Mnnager Edward C. Peterson who said the city hns received a tax warrant from county authorities. This year's figure is approximately $13.000 more than the city paid last year and at least 31 % of the entire county ' tax. Peterson said the warrant will be considered by the city council at e. regular meeting tomorrow night. The council originally planned on a county tax of $116,000 when the 1949 buclget was complle.d. But the 'city now must raise an additional $13,000. • • • HE SAID THAT he t,hought ad- ditional ap])Toprlatlons for welfare work had caused a "large part" of the increase in the city's county tax burden. But even facing the hike in county costs, Peterson found one optimistic note. He e~lained that the state commission had made an allowance of $32,000 becaus1: Portsmouth was not assessed at what the state believes is Its full value. The State Tax commission thinks that Portsmouth's real estate should have a total valuation of $32,000,000, l 13 "I wish In some ways we coUla meet the state figure," Peterson said, "because it would mean a lower tax rate." He added that he could not "forecast the amount of the valuation that will be placed on the city by the assessors." • • • HE CITED as a reason the fact thRt the New Hampshire Publlc Service company's new plant Is nearing completion which means a "boost" In the valuation total. Last year the valuation was set at $26,000,000 which resulted in a tax rate of $41.70. Previously Peterson warned t.ma,t the Legislaiture's threat t.,o cut state aid to education may mean a large increase in the amount of money that must be raised by local taxes. The city received approximately $48,000 frnm the state to aid the sohools but if current budget sla.sihing continues in Concord tJhe city might receive only $7,000 this year, o. loss of $41,000. The m1ce.rtalnty as to General Court action and other factors are all contributing, Peterson said, to a delay in announcing that 1949 tax rate. Loe a I Tax Boost ti Of $1.60 Feare1cT~ If t,he State Senate reduces the 1 $1,500,000 approprlaton for state · aid to schools to $400,000 as it has planned, PQrtsmouth reoidents can brace themselve.s for a tax rate boost. of at least Sl.60. City Manager $6,000,000 more than the total set Ed<ward c. Peter.:;on said today. last year by the assessors. The city has anticipated $48,807 in But Peterson said today that the state a Id to sohools but that will be reduced to a bout $7 .500 lf the state $32,000,000 In Itself Is "meaningless" because the total value established legislators continue to muUlate apby the assessors "will not run that propria tlons. That ~ould mean the city must high." rals~ at least, $40,000 by taxation, • • • THE CITY MANAGER explained Peterson explained. that the $32,000,000 figure was set by the tax comml~sion after it made an Independent survey of Portsmouth property. "Tha,t's what they think the city 1s worth," Peterson explained, "and they are not greatly concerned whether or not the board of assessors come clooe to It." He said that the tax commission , believes that 1f the taxpayers are j willing to pay higher tnx rates in- : 6Lead of Increasing valuations that Is the concern of the taxpayers. Peterson said the valuation of the city by the board of assessors has not been completed. The actual work of assessing is done but the computa.t_lons are still "under wa~.': Rive~, Harbor Proposals .,; ~\.S . To Be Discussed Here Local Industrialists, busl•nessmen and city, state and navy officials will meet at ci'ty hall tomorrow afternoon to discuss proposed improvemen ts in Portsmouth harbor and the Piscataqua river. Called by Alvin F. Redden, executive secretary of the New Hampshfre Seacoast Regional Development associa ticm, the meeting will be held in •t he city council chamber at 2 pm. Principal purpose of the meeting is to determine the best procedure of coordination in prepar,ing proper statements for army engineers who will hold a publlc hearing at the Community Center July ~2 on the suggested Improvements. · • • • ! REDDEN SAIi) those attending tomorrow's meeting wi!I prepare facts and figures which. will be presented to the army engineers at the public hearing. Redden said the anny must be given necessary in!or- matlon before a survey will be made for possible removal of Gangway rock and improvement work at the southwest point · of Badger's island. ... ~ MAJ. F. w. SALFINGERE, execu-' tive officer of the army engineers corps div,ision at Boston, asked that all parties interes-ted or concerned in the modification or improvement of the proposed project attend the July 12 hearing. Salfingere requested ;hat they supply his office with information that will support tlle advisa,biHty of the work plan. He said he is interested in obtaining views of navigation or commercial interests, municipal or state officials, and any local associations whose interest may be affected by the propooed project. 'J1he army official said oral sta-tements will be heard at the hearing, but he requested that they be submitted In writing and In triplicate form for a!lll1y records. I\\' 1 I -- -· New Gas Rate to Boost Average Bill 25 Cents A $28,918 annual revenue boost granted to the Allied New Hampshire Gas company yesterday by the state Public Service commission wlll result In an average increase of 25 cents a month to the consumer, Manager Lewis A. Keen reported today. Keen said the Increase "Is not all that we asked for and it Is difficult at this time to forecast exactly what the dollar and cents boost will be to the consumer." • • • TIIE UTILITY had asked for a hike. In making its announcement yesterday, the Public Service commission said the increase of $28,918 represents an 8.54% boost in gross revenue. In the Portsmouth area, Keen said, the Increase Is about 7½ %. He added that the minimum charge to consumers will be raised from the previous $1 to $1.25. "In general," Keen explained, "the average boost Is 25 cents but it will $48,222 scRle upwards in small amounts depending upon the amount of gas used by the consumer." An Increase In commercial seasonal rates in the Hampton Beach area was deferred bY,, the commission pending another hearing sought by the resort town's Chamber of Commerce. The Beach Chamber complained that lt .was inadequately represented at a prevlo~ I hearing because many businessmen 1 who operate seasonal enterp1•ises at the beach were unable to attend. In the utility's Rochester division, serving Rochester, Somersworth and Berwick, Me., the increase represents about 13 % , Keen said, and about 25 cents a month to the average consumer. The increase granted for the Exeter division is about .6¾ %, Keen ex· plained. The base increase there, he added, Is 25 cents with additional boosts depending upon the amoµnt of gas used by the consumer. · Service Station l, Planned Here ~t To Cost $15,000 Whiteman also reported he ·ha., issued a permit to Atty. Jeremy R. Waldron and Charles H. Walker for $700 ln repairs at the former YWCA building at the corner of State and Fleet stree~. Ara Craig of South street was Whitman listed the owners as R. gi.•ven penn.!sslon to make $100 reT. Hendrickson and Ru..~sell M. Per- pairs to a house and Dr. Stanley kins. Their addrress was listed a.s the Machaj of 752 South street !has been comer of Bartlett and Cate streets. issued a permit to repair a kitob.en for $150, A $15,000 automobile service station will be constructed at the corner of Myrtle avenue and the Interstate hlg,hway, Bulld1ng Inspeo:. tor James T. Whitman reported. today. ,I ! . l l I ,! �,local Utilities Electric Rates ·Slated for ~.~I~[ To Go Up in tiquor Store Site 'Not Profitable,',, 1 " Vt' 0I / I To Be C~anged ~ .. No Changes Seen Portsmouth Area The New England Gas and ElecThe "average" domestic customer trlc association may dispose of its of the New Hampshire Gas and properties-The New Hampshire Gas Electric company will pay 28 cents and Electric Co. In Portsmouth and \ more on his May electric bill than th& Kittery Electric Light Co.-a in April. utility official reported today. A temporary order Issued yesterBut Treasurer Coleman Moore of day by the Public Service commission autho1ized the company to hike Boston Immediately added: "This disposal Isn't Imminent. In Its rates 6% %, effective May 1, In fact, how they will be disposed of the Portsmouth area. Forrest M. Eaton, assistant genls•yet to be decided. The matter Is eral manager of the utility company, In an early stage." Forrest M. Eaton, assistant gen- said today that the "average" coneral manager of the New Hamp- sumer uses approximately 100 kiloshire Gas and Electric Co., Insisted watt hours of current each month. that the announcement of the proAT THE OLD RATE his bill was posed disposal Is nothing new. $5.03 for 100 KWH. The new rate • • • fixes the cost at $5.31 per 100 KWH. "SUCH A MOVE HAS been disThe increases granted by the cussed for two years. In fact, the New England association waa closer Public Service commission are effecto ,disposing of Its New Hampshire tive until Dec. 31 and will net the and Maine properties two years ago utility an estimated $140,000 increase In revenue. than It Is today. However, In approving the com"As soon as such news gets out," pany's petition, the commission rehe added, "people think the place fused to make the increases permaIs going to pot. That isn't the case. nent and warned the utility to use Disposal probably will mean that the extra revenue to "sbreamllne" the local utilities will be isold to another utility association. Them- Its operations. Eaton said the maximum Increase local character won't change a bit.' for domestic users affects those j•n The first announcement of the the 26 KWH bracket. planned move was made In Boston • • • yesterday by Floyd Campbell, presiCONSUMER In that classificadent of the New England Oas and tion have been billed for $2.26 but Electric association, at an annual now face monthly payments of $2.63, meeting of the comtiany's officials. or a 37-cent hike. He said the "disposal" would leave only properties in Massachusetts The bills of persons using 300 KWH per month will show only a th and should enable e company to four-cent Increase, Eaton said, beclaim exemption u nd er th e Public ciuse the cost of current drops as Utlll.ty Holding• C~m~any act. the consumption Increases. Last ANOTHER COMPANY spok~s..: month a household uslr.g 300 KWH I i d th t th! h Jd was billed $10.49. The May bill for man exp a ne a s s ou re- th t m Ou t f t Ill b move the firm from Interstate com~ a 53a n curren w e merce and alter its structure so It · $l0. . no longer would be classified as a holding company. I" Eaton echoed Moore's.. Insistence , that "when or how the disposal will be mact,-nobody knows." Moore, contacted In Boston today, said: "There Is a Jong procedure to be gone through and I don't expect the matter to be reached for several A 30-man wrecking crew months. moved Into the Boston and "How the utilities In Portsmouth Maine railroad station on Deer and Kittery w111 be dispos~d of Is yet· street this morning prepared to knock the old, wooden struc' ; to be decided. It is much too early , . ture to the ground. to tell." · Norman II. Chick, general agent, said the Badger company ASKED IF AN outright sale would of Portsmouth Is In charge of be made, Moore replied "I don't the wrecking job. B & 1\1'. con· know." Eaton said, however, that an struction men make up a maoutright sale to another utility assojority of the crew, however. ciation is the usual procedure. A new, modem station will Emerson Spinney, manager of the be erected on the same site Kittery Electric Light Co., said he &t an approximate coot of $75,• { knew nothing of the disposal plans. 000. The new building, of a "We've been told nothing,'' he said, modified colonial design, is "all I know I saw In the papers." · scheduled tor completion in the ••• I The state liquor store on Daniels street "Isn't paying for Itself," and as 1100n as a better site can be found, It will be moved, a member of the New Hampshire liquor commission reported today. LI quo r Commissioner Edward Marcoux of Rochester told The Portr mouth Herald today that there are "several disadvantages" 1n the Daniels street site. "In the first place,'' he said, "that store Is on a one way street with a1l the traffic inbound from Maine. "It's also difficult for prospective customers to find parking space near the Daniels street store. • • • "BESIDES, the two stores In Portsmouth are very close together --0ne on Daniels street and the other a few doors away on Market street." All this, Marcoux acknowledged, added up to "an unprofitable turnover" In the Daniels street branch. No Immediate move Is in prospect, Marcoux Indicated, because "we haven't looked over other sites. We've seen only one and the rent Is too high there.'' Marcoux said he believes the Daniels street store should be moved away from its present location to another one In the West End - described by Marcoux as "the other end of town.'' Wrecking Crew~').Move in on Old Railroad Station ... tall. Army engineers w!ll survey Port.amouth harbor and the Piscataqua, river before the end of thi& year, U. S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow today notified Alvin F. Redden, executive secretary of the New Haml)Bhlre Seacoast Regional Development aasoclatlon. Congressman Merrow said he waa Informed by Lt. Col. Ric'hard L. Jewett that the study will be completed and a report issued by conclusion of the present calendar year. Originally the $7,500 11urvey was scheduled for completion by April 1, 1951, but army engineers later decided ti) start the study earlier. If bhe survey indlcateis a need for navigation improvements, Redden said, a congressional appropriation will be requested to finance t!he work..._._ __ _ _ _ _ __ l Harbor Surveys Win Approval Of House Group Resolutions calling for na vigation im11rovcmcnt surveys at Hampton river and York, I,ittle and Hampton harbors have been a1111rove<1 by the House public works committee in Wa~h ington. The surveys by army engineers, however, must be a1111rovcd by Congress before th ey are starter!. The resolutions were sponsored by U. S. Reps. Chester E. Met-row of New Hampshire and Hobert Hale of Maine. Plan~ call for the drerlging of Hampton and York harbors and Hampton river ir the surveys indirate ti ncc1l for such work. The engineers will survey Little harbor for possible removal of rocks in the channel near the Wentworth bridge. \ , . "That way,'' said Marcoux, \ "we'd be splitting up the customer - , market to their advantage and to ours." Marcoux added that no move Is contemplated until at least June. "And we definitely don't Intend to move the store out or Ports-1 mouth," he concluded. .J ' ° ---- I ... Army Promises Harbor Survey By April 1, 195J I \\ ( ) A $7,500 survey Portsmouth harbor and the Piscataqua river ls scheduled for completion by April 1, 1951, army engineers announced in Washington today. The annou~cement came during & special conference between army en. glneers and U. S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow and Alvin F. Redden, executive secretary of the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional Development association. The engineers promised Merrow and Re.dden that an effort will be made to speed the survey of navigation needs here. Merrow and Redden stressed the Importance of the project to the state and urged that It be expedited. Lt. Col. Richard L. Jewett of the army engineers said he would see 1f the survey could be made this year. of \ \4 Army Engineers To Survey Harbo~ y ..,, ---. ·• \ 1 ) :Harbor Survey _ 5~\( !Hearing Slated I The "first step" toward another survey of Portsmouth harbor by army engineers Is to be a public hearing 011 July 12 at 2 pm In the Community Center. Mayor Cecil M. Neal said today that both he and Alvin F. Redden, secretary of the Sea.coast Regional association, have been Informed that the army ongineers plan to study the need for haTbor Improvements. Due for special consideration the mayor said, are Gangway 1Rock at Badgers isla.nd and Bolling Rock, further up river. Mayor Neal said that Col. James H. Stratton o~ the engineer corps also requested that all persons interested In the haroor survey he notlned or the time and place or the hearing. �'. I - --- - - - - - - WaJdton,. Walker I Long Strike Looms , ~?..,\ Pay $20,000 f~.~ I The 190-year-old Treadwell house on state street, formerly occupied by the YWCA, was sold yesterday to Atty. Jeremy R. Waldron and Charles H. Walker, local merchant. The sum o! $20,000 was paid for the historic state street structure, the John H. DeCourcy real estate agency announced. Walker said today that the new owners have not made "definite plans'' · for use of the property. The building has been unoccupied since the YWCA moved to new headquarters In DanieL~ street. DeCourcy said that scvernl bu5lness concerns were Interested In the property prior to !ts sale to the Wnldron-Walker partnership. Mrs. Mary Trelldwell built the house 190 years ago in the era of royal governors for her son, Nathaniel. ' Through the years there have been alterations and additions but the main part of the hou e remains much as It was when owned by the Tread wells. Mary Treadwell was born Mary Kelley, the daughter of a poor fisherman, and spent her early life tendIng fish nets until she married Charles Treadwell, an Ipswich hnlrdresser. Striking workers at the National Gypsum company plant at Freeman's Point, apparently are settllng down for a long siege today after the breakdown yesterday of negotiations with the company. 1 Members of Local 88 of the United Y"Nit,5 Cement, Lime and Gypsum Workers International union, AFL, the 120 employes are demanding wage boosts and four additional holldays. I • • • THF. COUPLE J\IOYEU to Ports- mouth and Treadwell 5hrewdly leased two lots of glebe land on The five-day-old strike of 120 employes at the National Gy.p.sum company, Freeman's Point, Is still "deadlocked." Howard H. Rowell, district representative of the United Cement, Lime and Gypsum Workers International ui1lon, said today that "no progress toward settlement has been ' made." However, he added that two outside agencies are attempting to settle the wage dispute. These are the Federal conciliation service and the New Hampshire state labor commission. Rowell explained that the union ls preparing to face le:1gthy arbitration and that members of the union's Local 88 are drawing "liberal" strike benefit.. A picket system outside the two main gates to the plant was set up after the vote to strike and the workers picked up their belongings to go home. A few employes stayed to finish off work in process and to leave the plant "shipshape." • • • HOWARD H. ROWELL, the union district representative in New York and New England, said negobiation of a new contract failed when the gypsum concern rejected a union demand for an 18 cents an hour wage Increase and six paid holidays annually Instead of two. I Gypsum Officials, ' Union in Meeting Rowell said the company countered with an hourly offer of three cents. S<..1-:_'-\. The present contract expired April 1 but has been extended from time to time, e,ccording to Rowell, in order to permit further negotiations. National Gypsum company officials and union leaders were scheduled to meet this afternoon at the Freeman's Point plant for further negotiations In the five-week-old strike ex 120 employes. I The negotiators have been deadlocked in differences over union demands for an 18-cent hourly pay boost and six paid holldays annually. After negotiations collapsed on May 20, the employes, members of Local 88, United Cement, Lime and Gypsum Workers International union, AFL, walked off their jobs. I 999- 1 year-terllll! and on one of them he built a home for hlmsel! In Congress~ street. As the family grew up, other Treadwell homes were built by Mary. One now contains the law offices of Charles M. Dale ·and In 175b, the 1 building at State and Fleet streets j w~re erected for Nathaniel. I , Activities will start with the ar•rlval of out of town units at 9:30 · am., A cadet drlll is &eheduled for 1:30 pm. Gypsum Company Strike Deadlocked They walked out yesterday after a' vof:e for a:1 immediate s1i·tte. At a meeting Thursday night, an immediate strike was delayed when the members deadlocked In a vote. I One hundred and twenty National Gypsum Co. employr.s walked off their Jobs todity M compitny ofTlclal~ retused to meet a cement workers union rlemands for an JR-cent hourly Increase and six paid hollclay11 a year. Picket lines were Imme• dlately establlshed at the two i;;ate!I to the Freeman's Point plant. Portsmouth squadron, Civil Air patrol, will hole\_ a maneuver and air show at Portsmouth municipal ·. airport tomorrow. I • At Gypsum Company Old 'YW' Building Gypsum Company Workers Strike Air Show Slated Here Tomorrowi1 JL- j "We've met with the top company officials In Buffalo," Rowell said, "and thought that we were getting somewhere in straightening out contract terms but now they've refused our demands so the men are out." I He claimed that one reason for discontent at the local plant was the difference In the pay level between employes here and workers at the company's plant in Clarence Center, N. Y., near Buffalo. "The men here are being paid an average of 18 cents an hour less ' and Clarence Center employcs also get six paid holidays," he said. • • • l\lF.ANWHil,E, company officials offered little comment on the situation. Frank Crowley, local manager, confirmed that the union demand was for 18 cents an hour e,nd the company had not met It. The company planned, he said, to put some of the employes on vacation yesterday but observed, "You can't call it a vacation now as they're out on strike." f\ Lobster Boats Race Here July 9 A lobster boat race with competitors from various New England ports w!ll be held in Plscataqua river Saturday, July 9, under sponsorship o~ the Portsmouth Cham' ber of Commerce. · 1 The race, over a course or about ' four miles, wll! start at the Memorial bridge, continue to a point In Portsmouth harbor and return to ' the bridge. ' Races also will be held for less I powerful boat.s and outboard motor boats. Prizes will be awarded. The time of the race has not been set, pending a study oI tide conditions. ~ I _ _ _ __.........- ...;a.._ _ _ _ _ Judges will be Capt. Ro::iert Axcher, USA, Capt. F. S. Demir, USA, and Capt. Herbert Oerter, USA. Air Show Seen By 1,500 Here "3t ~ Approximately 1,500 persons wit• nessed the weekend air show staged by the Port.'lmouth squadron, Civil Air patrol, at the municipal airport. Seven fighter planes from the New Hampshire national guar9- base at Grenier field and a Corsair plane from the Squantum, Mass., naval air station participated In the program. Lt. Col. George Wilson of Keene 1 reviewed· the CAP cadets. Portsmouth squadron staged , an exhibition drill judged by Capt. !Robert Axcher of the Portsmouth army recruiting station, Capt. F. S. Demlrs of the Portsmouth Reserve Officers , Training corpS and Lt. Herbert Oester of 1 the Portsmouth Harbor Defenses. , . ' , • • • SATURDAY NIGHT . there was a motion picture show in the hangar of the Portsmouth Flying service and a model aircraft demonstration was held yesterday morning. Capt. Raymond C. Whitcher, commanding officer of the Ports- mouth IQUadlOO, WU hi oh&f.ie. --- \Gypsum-.Workers Surrender ·to -:sl,l 3 Company's Terms The National Gypsum company's 120 strik.lng employes voted to end their seven-week walkout today with oomplete capitulation to the company's terms. A three-cent hourly increase was offered by the gY'l)Sum concern but was rejected earlier bY tlhe workers. This morning the employes voted by a. 60 to 37 margin to go b k to work !or the three-cent h~~e and without gaining tlhe six paid holidays also included In bheir original strike demand. • • • TUE WAGE INCREASE granted b,y the company brings the aver- age hourly pay to $1 for a 40-hour week. Frank Orowley, plant manager, said at noon that the "ftrlke ill ver." He added that the men wlll o turn to their jobs "as fast 9:s re k" we can take them bac • He explained that it will require J several days . to 1~ ~ of e plant In • ~~:_ct!~~ �·Prescott Park ~ ,ll Plans Incomplete, Dale Discloses Plans for developing the Portsmt111th waterfront area Into parks and recreS\tlonal facilities are far from complete, former Gov. Charles M. Dale said today. Mr. Dale, who 'is co-trustee In the administration of $500,000 bequeathed.,/or_.the,..purpose by _the la~e Miss Josie"'.;l'ltt~ · Prescott, explained that .Miss , Pre~cott had "definite'' Ideas 'ori what she wanted done but these ' have not advanced to the drawing board stelge. He adc1ed that Edwin H. Buck, the oth:!r trustee, had not yet been fully acquainted with Miss Prescott's plans and until he had been Informed work can not proceed. . l • • • THE FORMER GOVERNOR con- tl,med, "But there Is one thing I do hope and that is that when the property t~ turned over to the city, it will receive better care than Prescot~ p9.rk." He sharply crlticlzett "negligence" tnA.t allov,ed the granite caps for the posts at the entrance to be torn of! and left lying on the ground and other acts of vandalism "which have marred the beauty of the park." 1 The Improvements In the area, limited by Miss Prescott's will to State street on the north, Gates and Pickering streets on the south and Washington street on the west, must take the shape of park development or recreational place, Mr. Dale said. t "That was her major interest," City Will Ask Navy To Give Up Plan,~ . h u J For ·S ools Target ~J \ City Manager Edward C. Pete1:son and Mayor Cecil M. Neal will confer wlth army engineers In Boston early next week on the navY's plan to establish a. target area off the Isles or Shoals. Peterson said the conference will be held In an attempt to stall the navy's proposal that Shag rock be used for bombing practice. • • • ALTHOUGH tne rock Is within Klttery's boundary, Peterson said such target •practice could have a definite affect on Portsmouth. Peterson said that the navy must obtain permission from the an.)1y engineers before the target area6,000 feet In diameter-could be used. Tentatively scheduled to confer with the a1my officials Tuesday, Peterson said he and Neal will ask the engineers to hold a public hearIng in Portsmouth before definite step.s are ta ken: The city manager said he already has received protests from Portsmouth area fishermen who would be handicapped from utilizing the Shag rock area. • • • THE NAVY notified the city coun- cil o! Its plan at Wednfsday night's meeting but action was postponed until later. It was reported that the New Hampshire Legal Lobster association and Kittery ilshem1en will oppose tJhe nayY's plan. he concluded, "and that's what will be done." 1 .Developm:OtPlans I For Prescott Pork Delayed by Illness Plaits "lor the development of the Marcy street district Into parks and recreational areas probably w!11 not be react'}' until later in the year. Former Gov. Charles M. Dale, one of the trustees named in the $1,000,"As soon as Mr. Buck has fam-1 000 will of the late Miss Josie Fitts l!larlzed himself with Miss Pres.Prescott, today said, "It is very tt' id doubtful If the development will be co s eas on th e JJrnject, the de- 1 _In the planning stage by the middle velopment will enter the drawing ' board stage," Dale said. of the summer." Dale said that si:::kness in the "He has told me that he intends family of. Edwin H. Buck of Win- to come to Portsmouth as soon as chester, his co-tmstee, is delaying he can get away," the former governor said. the formation or actual plans. • • • . "Construction will get under way THE TWO MEN were a,ppolnted when our plans are definite," he added. by Miss Prescott to supervise the spending cf $500,000 in developing• Miss Prescott's will gives the men an area bounded on the north by great latitude in . the purchase of State street, Gates and Pickering property for her improvement prostreets on the south and o n ~ Ject and further provided that they • e must "offer " th e 1mproved areas to '' west by Washington street. - • the city at the end of five years. J ,, Shoals Target r" I Hearil1g Draws Heavy Protest 1 I Mayor Weston U. Friend of GlouNavy Explains j cester said that Gloucestermen were that if the request Is , 'Bombing' Plan "satlslfied .. pproved, bombJng would have a and injurious effect on the Same as in Past serious Gloucester fishing industry." The navy's hopes for the creation of a restricted target bombing area at the Isles of Shoals ran onto the 1:ee!s of heavy opposition yesterday afternoon at a public hearln.g In city hall. The opposition was spearheaded by rugged fishermen from Gloucester and Newburyport, pleasure boat operators, resort owners, seacoast property holders and religious interests. Admitting that the opposition was "unexpected and serious," a navy spokesman hastened to explain that the navy does not Intend to use high explooive bombs In the target area which centers on Shag rock. Comdr. Ward F. Hardman, USN, attached to the First naval district, said the navy has used the area since 19H and plans to use it in the same way In the future. His "great assurance" that high explosives are not to be dropped tn the Duck Island rurea, was reiterated by Comdr. Arthur P. Linscott, USN, executive officer of the Squanlum naval air station. I Mayor Cecil M. Neal of Portsmouth expressed belief that he voiced the opinion of "everyone in the area that the target range should be moved elsewhere," or that the navy use a floating target far ther out. Commissioner William P. Fowler of the Little Boar's Head precinct listed nine reasons why the navy's request ·should not be granted: (1) The noise of the bombing 1 would disturb the coast area. (2) The danger element would always be present. (3) The area Is "directly off" I Little Boar's Head. (4) Bombing might endanger the army's investment in a radar tower at Appleclore Island. (5) The usefulness of Gosport harbor would be reduced. • • • LINSCOTT SAm that naval re- serve pilots from the Squantum station drop 10-pound 1Jractlce bombs which are a11med wl~h a shotgun shell to produce smoke, and 500pound water filled bombs during target practices. The filers also use the island as a "strafing" target, he said. Hardman explained that during the war the coast gur.rd gave ap- , proval to the nayY's use of the island but never recm·ded It in na vigational charts of the Shoals waters. "Now the navy is seeking to get the area recorded for the protection . of navigation," he said. However, the hearing was almost an hour old before the two naval officers had a chance to explain the navy's lntel}tio11s. And In that time, Lt. Col. Gunnard w. Carlson, USA, assistant , division engineer for New England, listened to a steady stream of w1 tnesses protesting the 1iayY's proposal. • • • THE MAYORS of Newburyport, Gloucester and Por,t smouth were the first speakers. Mayor John M. Kelleher of Newbury,port urged that the navy find another area for bombing practice. He said that unemployment In Newburport was forcing a "large number" of men to turn to the sea for a living and bombing would ruin the fishing. I (6) Reduce the annual visiting to the Isles of Shoals. (7) Bomblrr« would spoil the seagull nesting place at Duck Island and seagulls are necessary for scavanglng the coast. (8) Bombing would be injurious to fishing. (9) That bombing would hurt the religious conferences held every summer at the Isles of Shoals. • • • CIIARl,ES F. nUTl,ER or the Hampton Beach precinct said that "at Hampton Beach we're selling recreation and a bombing range at the Isles of Shoals will effect that business." The Rev. Lyman Rutledge, executive director or the Star Island corporation, said "It's Increasingly dl!ificult to Interest anyone In comIng to a bombinll target area !or religious meditation." He added, "Everywhere I go I have to explain to people why the Isles are a bombing area. The constant coming and going of planes is demoralizing to the conferences. J. Noble Snyder, representing the North Hampton Civic club, declared that his organization found the navy's wording of the notice for the hearing "confusing" and on that basis, the group decided to protest the request. Again Commander Hardman tried to explain that the navy does not plan high exploolve bombing and that It "plans no change In the operations." "Had I realized the opposition that was being built up I would have sent letters of explanation to the interested parties," Hardman &aid. • • • �Hearing Advanced A LONG PARADiE or Gloucester fishing captains rose to voice op- ' tx,'(I ")..\ positions to the bombing area. They claimed that' bombing would drive 0 the fish entirely out of the area. Date of a public hearing on proHowever, the Gloucestermen tempooed establishment of a navy tarj pered their protests In view of Army engineers wlll hold a publlc hearing at 2 pm Monday, May 9, in / get area In the Isles of Shoals has j Hardman's explanation that high the council chambers of city hall on proposed establishment of a navy tarbeen changed from May 9 to May 6, explosives are not to be used. get area near Shag rock, Isles of Shoals. I City Manager Edward C. Peterson j Letters of protest read by Colonel The hearing was scheduled by* _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ reported today. • d Oa.rlson Included those from U. s. 1 Peterson said the date was revise Rep. Robert Hale of Maine, army officials after they conferred I by army engineers in Boston. , James B. Smith of Portsmouth in Boston yesterday with City Manager Edward C. Peterson, M8l)'or The hoo,r ing will be held a,t 2 pm Star Isla~d corporation, Newbury, In the council chambers. ,t port Yacht club and the American Cr.ell M. Nca.l and Alvin F. Redden, executive · secretary of the New Unitarla.n association. Hampshire Seacoast Regional asso/ Portsmouth area people making 1 ciation. verbal protests Included Councl!• • • man Mary C. Dondero, John c. THF, TRIO REQUESTED the Sweetser of New Castle, Rep, Shir» I hearing to give coa stal area resiley S. Philbrick of Rye and Raydents an opportunity to express mond L. Goding or Rampton. their opinions of the suggested tarOther speakers were Albert Crockget mrea which would be 6,000 feet anharbor eight-man er, a Kittery lob.sterman; Albert F. A disabled $75,000 Boston fishing dr~rgerby ~a:;:;!~uth coast l l In diameter. The ·navy must obtain Keefe, Jack Speaks, John E. Seycrew, was saved from a dtehstructlv~ ~oa~~ow:~ helplessly in r ough seas off permission from army engineers beguardsmen yesterday as e vesse . bolt, treasurer of the Isles of Shoals fore starting practice. Steamship company; H. R. Reythe Isles of Shoals. _• -· -----r The "Josephine p II" and h'tr f 1 Peterson said the army engineers nolds or Kittery, ware informed that Port.smouth crew were rescue,d about ei~t and \ area fishermen and boating enone-half miles sou1!h, southwest of \ the Isles of Shoals after choppy thusiasts have protested the pro---------------1 posed target area because It will seas sn'.Lpped her rudder, causing the craft to drift toward t~e rock~ r handicap fishing and boating In coast of Cape Ann. I the vicinity of the Isles of Shoals. Chief. Boatswain's M_a te ' Palmer ! "In view of Shag rock's proxlmGuarente, USCG, of Kittery, com- , tty to Portsmouth I think it would manding officer of the search and l1 be better if the navy moved Int~ rescue boat CG83487-WPB, sta,tion- , j · deeper water and then bomb away, ed at Fort Constitution, said the Peterson said today, Booton dragger had driifted more \ "It would be dangerous to the than six miles in two hours before : ' !1 ~· lobstermen, fishermen and boats If Alvln F, Redden, treasurer and the navy was allowed to set up a / she was intercepted and towed into , executlve secretary of the New target area where it proposes," , port. '1; Hampshire' Seacoast ~glonal De- Peterson added. • • • velopment association, today said he I NO ONE WAS INJURED and the will oppose the navy's plan to fishing craft was scheduled to be I establish a target area off the Isles . , towed back .to Boston later today. of Shoals. . • IThe vessel and her crew ~mained Redden said he will join City 3 : at Fort Constitution overnight. !1 Manager Edward C. Peterson and I :j\,\ ! Chief Guarente said the dragger Mayor Cecil M. Neal at a confer- i first radioed her plight about 10 :30 · ence In Boston tomorrow with army I yesterday morning. The call was The protest registered somr. ·engineers over the navy's proposal picked up by a Boston commercial weeks ago against the navy's that Shag rock be used for bombing i radio station and relayed to the continued use of Duck island, practice. l coast guard radio center at MarshIsles of Shoals, as a bombing • • • field, Muss., and later to the crew. practice area may have had REDDEN SAID he decided to opof the 83-foot Portsmouth harbor some effect. pose the plan after receiving com1 rescue umt. ' Army engineers said yesterplaints from both fishermen and The nine-man rP.scue crew, sta_ day that a recommendation boating enthusiasts that such actloned here for the vast two m~mths, to decrease the size of the bombtion by the navy would be dangerous contacted the . distressed vessel by ing praclfoe area from 1,000 to those using the areR for pleasure radar less than an hour later and yards In t11ameter to 500 yards and commercial purposes. completed the rescue early yesterbeing forwarded to "higher Redden said the purpose of today afternoon. authority." morrow's conference Is to acquaint The fishing boat had radioed 'f his r!'commenclatlon, a himself and other city officials with from a spot two miles south of the S)lokesmnn said, was mitde by details of the navy's proposal that Isles of Shoals but had drifted more the navy as the rrsult or the an area 6,000 feet In diameter be than six miles before she was in• hearing held In l'ortsmouth at used for target practice. 'I tercepted. · ' which more than JOO area perRedden said he would rather see ; sons ap11eare<1 in opposition. t,he navy utlllze an area f.arther frpm GUARENTE SAID the 70-ton In arlclUion lo limiting the shore. dmgger had been out of port only l dirtmeter of it.s bombing area, • • • a day and Wl\8 carrying a catch 1 the navy has agreed to operate MEANWHILE, Wells Town Mano! 1,000 pounds. He said it ~ own¢. Its aircraft only between the ao-er Ernest C, Marriner reported Josephine P. Privitera. of • M hours of 8 am and 5 pm. by rs. Her husband, • that selectmen are reilsterlng simBoston. Guy, Is skip e; However, the spokesman emilar complaints from Wells residents. per of the craft. Names of er phasized that the recommendaHe said that If enough opponents members were not available. tion has not been adopted but are recorded, the selectmen will proThe rescue boat was a submarine must be ap11roved by "hiJher test to army engineers who must chaser during World War II . and , authority." sanction the target area proposal Of the South Portland 1\ Is a un It before permission Is granted the ' coast guard rescue group. Crewmen, navy. in addition to Guarente, lnclud~ i Walter Ivancln, chief englneman, l City Manager Peterson ~ald he alI' Thomas ready hns rccelved protests from Ta,ylor, e.ng i nem an' 1 ·' Rob -. · Portsmouth 11:rea fishermen who ert Rlcbardson, boatswains mate ;: Herbe~ Cason, commiss~ryman '. tould be prevente , from using the Pat Pl\tandrea, boatswain s mat~ 3 '. • r hag rock area. . \ . 'I . l William Benson, englneman 3, John Gibb, seaman; and Robert . MCElroy , seaman apprentice. • • . Shag Rock 'Bombing' Plan i On Shoals Target To Be A ired H~i~ May 9 : I ·! J - - -~yn,:::-:-~'t~!'3~,_.7i1 Disabled Dragger . Saveu -'] From Rough Shoals ~eas ;; i' r .Seacoast Regional • F•ighf Ago1nst • Joins ISh oa IS Target Plan I I I Bombing Target C At Shoo Is ut Is I ·• ! .. I l 1 t,. �This committee wil! meet tonight to discuss the coming campaign while tomorrow night the entire village will meet again at 7:30 o'clock in the Legion post quarters. Cornelius Sanders of 1 Bicknell street was acting chairman of the Village residents who gathered to protest the price scale set by the government agency for the homes In · The price scale set by a governHolding slim hopes for any price the vlllage. ment agency for the sale of 396 1 reductions In the sale of homes In William E. Dennett, Kittery sehousing units at Admlra!,ty Village lectman who ls acting agent for a Admiralty Village, E. Joseph Bon1 Is "too htgh,'' a resident claimed Manchester bank wliling to finance garzone and John R. Pennington 1 toda.y in announcement of a protest the purchase of homes by residents, returned from Washington this meeting scheduled for tonlg1ht. attended the meeting to explain the morning after three days of conferCornelius sanders of 1 Bicknell function of the organiza tlon he ences with government housing ofstreet .said the majority of residents ficials and members of the Maine represents. ~lieve that the prices a1"e from $800 congressional delegation. • • • to $1,000 above the value of the I Despite the fact that prices on FIRST SUGGESTION was that a units. petition be sent to Washington but homes may not be reduced below He said projeot officials have not this was eliminated in favor of send- the scale alread,y set, Bongarzone been asked to attend the meeting ing the delegates with power to act ss.ld that the Housing and Home called for 7:30 In front of the Vilas spokesmen for the residents. Pen- Finance agency officials said that a 11a,ge community building. nington represented village residents government appraisal inspection Sa.nders, .spokesman for the proin the rental dispute over a year would be sent to the Village to confey with residents. 11 testing group, said residents will ago. The village won that battle • • • organize to circulate a petition. as rents were dropped back to their "WE WERE TOLD that the vilI Announcement of the sale was former ceiling and credits were ad- lage house.s were appraised as a made Monday by the Public Housing vanced to those residents who had group," said Bongrazone. "We then admi1'.1.istrat!on In a. news release paid the higher price. made a request that they be apwhich listed prices ranging from The announcement of the sale of praised Individually. I believe this $2,800 to $3,200 for single units and the homes In the project was made request will be granted." f from $4,300 to $4,700 for duplex Monday by the Public Housing adSen. Margaret Chase Smith and dwellings. ministration. Prices range from $2,Rep. Robert Hale told Pennington 800 to $3,200 for the single houses . and Bongarzone that they would JOHN P, KANE, PHA :field direcand $4,300 to $4,700 for duplex assist In placing legal wheels in tor, sa.ld all purchases must be paid homes. motion to have single appraisals for 1n cash, made. · Each bid must be accompa.nled by In New York this morning, John a $60 deposit on single units and P. Kane, :field director of the PHA, $100 on duplex dwellings. If the bid announced that the sale of the 11 is accepted the prospective purhouses ls continuing but the priorchaser must, within 10 days, pay a ity to purchase by thr: occupants total of 2% of the purchase price. has been extended for an additionThe balance must be paid In cash al 30 days, from July 15 to Aug. 15. -g or by certl:fied check cm the "date of · Two Kittery men, representing the This extension was granted to settlement." permit the residents additional time The government has stipulated residents of Admiralty Village, leave to arrange for financing, according that eviction can be forced only by tomorrow night for Washington le~a.1 process and that rents In the where they wlll open a battle to- 1 to the message from New York. Terms and conditions of sale and project will be subject to federal have the price scale on vlllage pro- 1 prices as previously announced reJ control. :3 't.. \ Sperty lowered. main the same. Village Residents To Meet Tonight; Hit 'High' Prices1~ Village Residents To Confer With'S ~ Federal Appraiser1 Little-Hope Held For Price Cuts~:";J On Village Units Admiralty Village residents will a.ppolnt a committee or tenants to confer with a federal appraisal inspector, scheduled to visit t.he Kittery housing proj~t before Its sale Aug. 15. I The vlllage residents approved the move to appoint a committee during a mass meeting Saturday night in the Wallingford-Harris Legion post quarters. John R . Pennington and E. Joseph Bongaa-zone, village representatives who conferred with Washington housing officials in the capitol' last week, reported 0'11 their trip. ! • • • A LETTER from Sen. Margaret Chase Smith was read. The group also held an open discussion of villagers• Ideas on "a more fair appraisal" of the properties. Another meeting will be held within a week to discuss other 'ractors which may have a bearing on the 11ale of village Teal estate. • • • Village Delegates Leave Tomorrow For Housing Fight I 1 "-- \ I :. Village Residents .Will Carry Fight ~ • :jt.\ To Was h1ngton • • • TENANTS ARE being notified of this extension by mail. The 30-day extension was virtually assured the two men In Washington last Monday, However, they h ave expressed optimism that a six-month extension • • • of the sale date may be set by the 'l'OP PRIORI'l'V for purchase , housing authority which controls the has been given to tenants in the I Admiralty Village projecL. project and next in line will b~ ten"Any extension of time, however, ants who lose out in the drnwing or will give us a chance to either raise . lots for the right lo purchase any the money for the cash payment on me duplex. the Joan or find suitable living - --quarters somewhere else," Bongarzone said this morning. Information they will heed in putting forth arguments to PHA, FHA Two Admiralty Village residents and other government departments have been granted power to appeal was complied by the two delegates the price scale set for the sale of and a committee of nine vlllage homes In the Kittery housing pro- residents. This information was disject before top FHA and PHA offi- cussed at the mass meeting last clals In Washington, night. More than 300 vlllage residents • • • endorsed the selection of John R. THE MEN PLAN to talk with • • • Pennington, a naval shipyard offi- natiO'llal officers of the American PENNINGTON and Bongarzone clal, and Joseph Bongarzone, a Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, were told by Washing ton officials Tralp academy instructor, at a pro- . National Shipyard Employes assothat the "government" is in the real test meeting held last night in the , elation and other groups which , estate business and is trying to get , 'Wallingford-Harris ~erlcan Le- may be able to help tnem in their out of It as quickly as possible." gion post quarters. effort.-; to get the ptices lowered. "That ls the main reason why we q~ _seli:~t!~ ·the . two m~n as their . hold little hope for the price reducdelegates, the village re31dents also I Bongrurzone said this morning tion, except In a few isolated cases gave tnem authority to name a / that they might even try to have after the new appraisal. committee of nine village neigh- the governme'l1t agencies drop their hors to plan the campaign of battle plans to sell the Admiralty Village Before leaving Washington late before the trip to Washington. homes. He said, however, this would yesterday afternoon, the two men prepared a brief for Swator Smith • • • be very unlikely. TUE CHAIRMEN lost no time In and Re-.,JrescnLntlves Huie. '11his choosing a committee. Named by the The Penn1ngton-Bongarzone team brief contained all the Information two delegates were Albert P. Bauer, is being financed by village residents compiled by the two men before they John E. Elliot, Wllllam T. Seymour, who contributed more than $200 to left for Washington Inst weekend. W1111am Stevens; William Everson, send the two men to Washington. Wilson F. Walker, stephen L. EsThey will travel by train tomorrow ' selstyn Louis J Emmons Matthew . M 1 T Hood and C~shman Ph!lllps, n1ght and open their campaign on. · --· · day morning. ----- \ With the Aug. 15 deadline for tenant purchase of homres In the Admiralty Village only a few days away, there are still only 20 applications for home purchases on file. George H. Lavallee, project manager, said today that "interest is picking up" because of 't he rapidly approaching time limit. No sales have been completed, Lavallee said, but added that. he expected that purchasers will start taking over their properties in the near future. I I Prepared to go as far as the White House, 'If necessary, John R. Pennington, naval shipyard official, and Joseph Bongarzone, Traip academy instructor, last night conferred with vlllage residents at the WallingfordHarris Legion post quar ters. Interest Picks Up In Purchase of ~ Village Homes I I �•Houses Up for S_ a le At Admiralty Village; Range From $2~800 J' 1 Present Tenanfs 14 Village Residents Given Priority; I Pay Homes Deposits Cash Required Three hundred ninety-six Admiralty VIiiage housing unlt.6 a.re now on sale. The announcement was made today by the Public Housing admlnistratlon In a news release that listed prices ranging from $2,800 to $3,200 for single units and from $4,300 to $4,700 for duplex dwelllngs, 1 Purchase priorities set up by the PHA give first rank to tenant occupants, whether veternn or non-vetcrrm. In the fiecond clas.sHlcRtlon are th e tenant occupAJ1ts, whether veteran or non-veteran, who lose out In bidding for one piece o! property but wish to enter offers for others. • • • THE THIRD CLASS consists of veterans who Intend to occupy a housing unit In a building up for sale, This cla,'I., Includes veterans who wish to purchase unl t., other than the one which they occupy, In the last group are non-vetera.n.s who wish to occupy the unU they purchase. All purchases must be pald !or 1n ca.&h, according to John P. Kane, field director or PHA. 1 Fourteen persons have made deposits toward the purchase of ~heir Admiralty Village homes with the Aug. 15 deacillne on tenant priorities a little more than three weeks away. George A. Lavallee, housing project manager, said that the deposits-all on single dwelling units-have been forwarded to New York City for processing. The manager pointed out that priority of purchase rlght.s now held by all tenants or the 396unlt project ls to expire Aug. 15. The original deadline wns 11ct for July 16 but Jt wn.s extended by the Federal Housing agency. After the expiration of the priority for tenants, five days wlll be allowed for persons who may have lost during the draw'tng of . lots for various houses to file additional claims. Lavallee explained that In cRse both the tenttnts of a duplex wished to buy the property, lots would be drawn to determine which would be given the priority right. The loser would be placed In a special category and allowed to purchase · any other property dur- . j~. ,_ 1lng the five da.ys alter Aug, 15. After the losers a.re given their chance to buy property in the VIiiage, the next priority is for any veteran of World War II and the final priority group ls the general public. Lavallee added that the only Instructions , he has received from the New York offlce concerned the original extension of · the priority deadline and that he had "no Information wh'atsoever" a.bout a possible reappraisal or the project. Admiralty VIUage resldent.s sent two representatives to Washington to protest what they belleved to be "too high prices" set on the units by the agency. The Vll!age representatives reported that they held hopes of a complete reappraisal or the project unit by unit Instead o! a.s complete project. They also said that they believed that the priority period might be extended six months. Meanwhlle, Lavallee said that his office is malling out warnings to all Village resldent-6 of the approaching deadline. l- PurchMerg ln the first two clesse8 have been given 30 dnys 1n which to 111e offers for the unlt..s In which th ey llve. Each orrer must be accompanied by a d~poelt o! $50 on single houses and $100 on doubles, If the offer la accepted by PHA, the •prospective purchaser must within 10 days pay additional money to a total of 2% of the purchase price. The balanc11 mu.,~ be paid in cash or by certified check on the "date of settlement." To protect the tenants ln the Village who do not purchase the unit. ln which they live, the govemment ls stipulating 1n th11 sale contra.eta that a tenant 1n&y be evicted only through legal proceeses. . -- RENTS IN THE project wm be subject to federal control &nd preference for resale untll Jan. 1, 1951, shall be governed by the aame oondl• · ttons as the original sale. A total of 12 units a.re included In the single $2,800 group. There a.re 50 singles with a price tag of $2,900; 22 at $3,000 each; 11 at $3,100 each; and one ' at $3,200. Three of the duplex units are priced at $4,30p each; 20 at $4.400 each; 77 at $4,500; 48 at $4,600 each, and two at $4,700 each. Tenants are being notl!led by Jetter today that the project 11 up !or sale. I l �Area Ministers Hit ~ ' / Didn't Know' . ~-~ . Dale[ .Defends Self .UNH Probe Proposal In Story s·c~andal (Special to The Herald) 'j~•') CONCORD, Jan. 5-Gov. Charles M. Dale stepped down from two years of an administration blemished by a $300,000 contract scandal today with a message to the new Legi~lature that the noto.1 rlous "Story case" never would have happened had he known about ,.It In ·advance. . · The Portsmouth Republlcan, who offlclally yields the gubernato• rial gavel to Lincoln's Sherman Adams tomorrow, ·firmly maintained that neither he nor his council could be held responsible In the case. , Dale addressed his remarks to a joint meetlnr of tbe Senate a.nd House. · i 'Tbe one-time city solicitor ancl later mayor of Portsmouth ex• · cused 1ms~ and .1hq oounoll . In the case-which eventually led to the . grand Jury. lndlctinent of former State Comptroller Stephen · B, Story-on · the igrou'nds' that he teceived no "warnings, or advice, beforehand." J • • • • • • THE SCANDAL . grew out of Investigation of complaints that ·story had awarded state contracts to the Standard Construction com• pany without comP,etltlve blddlnr. A later eltamlnatlon of Story's books, along with those of the com1>any, led to his Indictments of Story and Donat F. Cote, owner of the construction company. The warrants ;.,commendlnr payment of the money were, In fact, approved In routine fashion by Governor Dale and his council, but he absolved himself of any Illegal connection by blaming the fact · that the money was paid thronrh le&itlmate legislative process. , , "You know," he told the more than 400 members of the General Court, "that the warrants which come to the governor and council are In the form of simple resolutions recommending payment of a total sum of money, which may represent thousands of Individual Items and mllllons of dollars. ''The Individual tt,ms are not contained In a warrant and the In. dlvldual vouchers which supported them are never forwarded to the l'()Vflrnor and council and are not lndlvldnally seen or Individually approved as such." • • • • HE FURTHER protested the Innocence of his office by maintaining- that "such a certificate (appropriations warrant) from a trusted employe must be accepted." ) It this Is not done, he continued, "then the rovernor and the council must In ·fact become auditors themselves and such duties will require a substantial portion of their time every working day In the year." . The governor maintained that Immediate action was taken In the case, but delivered his complete speech without referring directly to either Story or State Treasurer F. Gordon Kimball, also under fire in the Investigation, or Cote. Early ·in his discussion, the· governor attempted to explain what has often been criticized as "slowness" in the investigation of the contract transactions, attributing this to "the Intricacies of legal procedure." • • • • APPROVAL OF the manner In which the probe was-and Is-being conducted was found when the governor declared, "I am of the opinion . also that the attorney and his special counsel are to b!l commended for the thoroughness with whlch they have conducted their investigations." , D~le reviewed the action of the administration step by step since the case broke last March and remarked that this was "the first op• porlunlty I have bad to address comment to an official body." · The governor told how he had ordered work be stopped on contr:lcts where there. was no competitive bidding Immediately after he learned of the case; how he bad "at once" ordered Atty. Gen. Ernest 'I>'Amours to conduct an Investigation which "he was ordered to pursue wherever the trail led." Dale's speech, scheduled to be made around noon, came later be, cause of an unexplained delay In the start of the new General Court's first session. The University of New Hampshire-facing a General Court probe of alleged subversive activities on the campus, received support from a new quarter today when the Portsmouth Ministerial association voiced Its opposl tlon to the Hart bills. The ministers declared thelrll,,.,-----..,--------"confldence in the ability and wisdom or the president, faculty and trustees of the university to conduct any Investigation of charges of Communistic activity." Trtey added. "therefore, the as- ' soclatlon opposes the Hart b1lls now before the Legislature as unnecessary and provocative of unwarrant') ~ \ \ ed suspicion and alarm." A list of government officials Who The report was signed by the ai;e expected to attend a hearing on propooed navigat.lon Improvements Reverends W11llam Safford Jones, Edward H. Brewster, Robert H. · In the Piscataqua river and Ports- 1 Dunn and Emil J. Palisoul. Sixteen mouth harbor, .it 10 :30 am Friday at the Rockingham hotel, was ar.Jilinister'l. atttnded, · the meeting: 1 nounced today by Alvin F. Redden, • :Meii.nwhtle, · another hearing on executive secretary and treasurer of Rep. Harold H. Hart's measures for the New Ha,r ppshlre Seacoast Re• an Investigation at the university 1s gional Developmt:nt association. scheduled for today.I The officials are Henry A. Whit• • • comb, chief of the rivers and harACTIVE OPPOSITION to Hart's bors division of the New England bills Is ...':_pected from university division of the U. s. army engineers corps; C. A. Tucker, assistant to Mr. students, who, it Is reported, will be Whitcomb; Comdr. L. S. Hubbard joined In their fight by a delegation of tihe coast and geodetic suney from Dartmouth college. division of the U. S. commerce deThe Durham campus has been a partment; and Lt. Comdr. Lyrin beehive of activity this week as Parker of the department of aids to t student "liberals" worked to rally navigation of the first U. S. coast support for their cause. guard district. • • • "Information" bulletins have been circulated by Progressive party PORTSMOUTH AREA tndustrlmembers at the university and a al!its, fishermen and boating en"Committee to Defend Faculty and thusiasts have been invited to the Student Rights" has distributed meeting to discuss suggested navi2,000 leaflets among the students. ' gatlon Improvements in Great bay, One of them was entitled, "How Hampton river and Hampton harLoeb Can N. H. Get?" ' in obvious bor, in addition to those proposed reference to newspaper publisher for the P!scataqua river and PortsWilliam Loeb of Manchester. The mouth harbor. They have been asked to present leaflet contained a cartoon showing Representative Hart, Publisher Earl data and arguments that business Hewitt of Hanover and Manchester in the Portsmouth area will war- , Police Chief James O'Neil on a table rant a harbor and river survey and dancing to a tune piped by a "Ded• ) the ultimate removal of several navigation obstacles. icated Journalist." A second of the propaganda cartoons was a classroom scene with a Hart committee club , ready to hit the Instructor. The caption read, "Speak up, professor, you've got academic freedom." Federal Officials To Attend Hearing On Harbor Needs I • • • IT WAS DISCLOSED yesterday In Concord by Chairman Gardner C. Turner of the judiciary committee that President Arthur ~- Adams of the university will )le called to te~tify before his committee on the Hart bills. Turner said the testimony of ' President Ada ms would be taken behind closed doors but the committee wanted to know what action had been taken to investigate subversive activities. Last week a four-hour hearing on the Hart measures was adjourned ' until today when several persons expressed a desire to voice their opposition, County Jail Merger Sought )c..-\'\ Consolidation of county jails by the state Legislature was proposed by members of the New Hampshire County Officers association at a meeting Saturday In Laconia. I Sheriff Simes Frink of Ports- I 1mouth and Register of Probate I , Frank B. Nay of Exeter were named to a special legislative c.,mmlttee which will study the proposal and ~ubmit a report to the 1949-50 state Legislature for consider<ttion during the present legislaL!ve session. \'2.0 �Adams Asks Income Tax To Pull State Out of Hole; Urges 'Broad Base' Levy· . 1 l2. I i ·sees Portsmouth As Possible Site ~ For Steel Plant . ) j (( ") (Special to The Herald) ~ ). CONCORD, Jan. 6-Sherman Adams m:ide a vlgorou.~ and ambitious start as governor o! New Hampshire this afternoon with a call for enactment of a .state Income- tax and a welter o! other mea.sw-es to help the state out of Its financial hole. In his Inaugural addreM before a Joint as5embly of the two legislative houses, the new governor dwelt . nt length UPoll the "precarlon.~ !!seal foundation" on which the state now rests and said In effect: "Something has got to be done." His recommendations for solution took many paths, with hardly a department or activity of the state e.s<:P.p!ng h13 attention. It wa& brought out In the addreM that most o! his ob.servatlons were bas~d on first-hand studies of the sta•e's 11.clmlnlstratlve isetup which he t:ndertook several weeks ago. • • • RE roINTED OUT that the state facts an annual denc!t of $3,000,000 In the next two years and said I.hat even th!$ figure Is subject to adoption of his various economy proposals. Furthermore, he added, t,h , prospective deficit does not take Into consideration possible .salary Increases for state employes, . which he himself backed with the 11tn.tement that they "should be made." He made no direct referencP. to the "Story case" contracts scandal, but urged a stop-gap plan for a.ny such recurrence. · Hl3 propO!!al was for the setting ' up · of a ''department of audit and control" which would embrace a "finance commission" to keep a closer watch on expenditures from the state treasury. The Income tax J)'l"oposFtl was presented as one which would apparently affect all citizens. Prefacing that pnrt of his speech with the etntement, "A fair measure of the ability to pay a tax Is earning power," he l!ald: "If taxes are Inevitable, I recommend an equitable tax, justly proportioned upon the ability to earn, measured by Income, both as to Individuals, merchantl! and manufacturere, classified at rates proPortlonal to the net earnings from iruch Income." ' I • • • THIS WAS SEEN as the "broad base" Income tax, ta!lored to fractional rates, which was talked about In eupport the tax schedule overhaul that would have been permitted In the recently-defeated constitutional amendments. Governor Adams asked the Legl~lature to launch a full Inquiry Into the administration o! the state government, suggesting that such a probe be on a bl-partisan basis. Continuing, he said, "One of the great challenges that New Hampshire faces right now ls the promotion, and even, the maintenance of our Industrial activity." 1 In this connection, he described the "desperate need" for sources of steel supply nearer than Pittsburgh and other mid-western points and suggested Portsmouth as a possible site for a steel manufacturing center. AdmltLlng he hnd not been able to find means to reduce the expenses of government, Governor Adams declared the Legislature would "need to seek new sources of revenue. "If such ls your decision, now Js 1 the time to lay the framework for a taxation system In 'New Hampshire that ls equitable and w111 secure a base broad enough to transfer the present dependency on sin to the more secure foundation of virtue." • • • THE GOVERNOR disclosed that lmprovement..s throughout the state highway syestem would cost $80,000,000 but added that he believed by a program of Increased borrowing a capital outlay of $13,000,000 on 112 miles of highway would be possible In the next two years. He said that consultants he· had retained to study the highway department operation reported that isav!ngs of $200,000 a year were possible through reorganization and might mean even larger savings In the years to come. Governor Adams developed his address on the theme that "o'.lr problems today fall Into three major categories: "(l) Quality of our government. I "(2) Stability of our government. "(3) Kind and extent of the ~ervices of our government." In outlining his first point, the new governor said that Improvement of government necessitated an "adherence to a standard of irreproachable I n t e g r ! t y , • • team work, study of bhe state's overlapping agencies, encouragement of the use of unpaid commissions, abolition with the governor's ex-officio , membership on various boards. -. . ' The Legislature proved too big dealing to permit much public participawith the stability of government tion, for only 200 spectators were was used by Governor Adams to able to squeeze Into the crammed sound a warning , that "our fair Hall of Representatives. weather taxes will diminish With The oath of office was adminisany decline In business conditions." tered by newly-elected Senate PresHe lumped taxes on tobacco, pro- ident Perkins Bass. fits on the sale of liquor and state's The governor and his official pa.1 ty "cut" on pari-mutual wagering into were escorted from his hotel across the "fair weather" grouping. the stre~t from the State House by If the Income tax proposal Is adopted, the governor suggested guard of honor from that the present stock-In-trade tax athefull-dress New Hampshire Nat.Iona.I be abolished and <that some basis G··- - ·• ~ - • I for return to the towns be set up. In his discussion of the extent. of state service, Governor Adams said he would not recommend any new departments except the audit and conitrol bureau and supervision of public works. "We cannot afford to Indulge in the extravagant or experimental, . Roc}dngham county spent $3,210 nor In some of the more expensive last mont}l to aid families In 'need o! · public social services unless you are 1• food and other necessities. w!lllng to commit the people to burThe figures were disclosed today i denl!ome taxation." by County Commissioner Irving w. He advocated establishment of a Marston, who voiced a gloomy view "State Bu!ldlng Inspection service" , of the tut,ure. · as part of the Planning and r'evel"Relief ls growing steadily," Mr. opment commission. · : Marston declared. "The amount for He said that such a service would January, 1949, Is almost double the render Itself useful In many ways. ,figure for January, 1948, and yet n.s functions, he outlined, would there are . people who are trying to include advice on the awarding of tell us that employment In Ports&tnte contracts, field Inspection of mouth Is 'about normal'." state buildings under construction · J • • • and review of all construction plans. THE V E T E RA N commissioner The proposal would entail appointsaid the county gave support to 41 ment of a state bu!ld!ng Inspector families In Portsmouth alone last and the drafting of a state building month. code. "We spent $643 weekly In feedlng The governor came out flatly for those 41 families which count up to the regulation of billboards, sug- 126 persons. That's only a little betgesting that they be licensed and I ter than $5 each per week. subject to enforcement control by "It Isn't much," he admitted but the state _police. 1 they'd starve, If it wasn't for' what • • • 1 we do." HE ASKED the abol!tlon of the Mr. Marston said that as ·m uch present tax on standing timber and money is spent for relief In the Its substitution with a measure on Portsmouth area as the other two timber yield. commissioner districts combined. He had praising words to say "Tomorrow I've got · to go up to about the "progress" In education In Exeter and get relief bills totaling the state, but Insisted upon a strict $4,222 approved by the other comaccounting of how aid grants are be- , missioners," he said. Ing used after distribution. • • • Governor Adams' address con"OF COURSE, $3,210 of that Is for ta!ned none of the alarming develop- Portsmouth and the rest ls to be ments that had been expected In distributed through the other towns some quarters over his outside In- In my district." vestlgat!on of th~ state highway deCommissioner Marston s8 id ti18 t partment ' many people d.o not understand the . He did say, however, that a pre- poor rel!et "settlement law." In orltmlnnry report on, the Investigation der to gain "settlement" for relief had revealed a need !or ,reorganiza- \ by the city, he said, a person must tlon o! the departments admlnls- ' live here five years without asking tratlve structure and certain other for help at any time. -:-,-., "Improvements" In !ts operations. "What I get here are wh!t I The new governor was sworn In 'floaters.' They haven't been here a~ the state's 83rd chief executive five years to get relief from the· city and his Induction 'YRS attended and somebody has to help them." by a full measure of pomp and ceremony. THE SECOND TOPIC I Relie·f Load Here Shows Sharp Jump; IOutlook Gloomy ;110 . I · • I I 11l I I l I ~l �' Repa1rs • Brang •\ \.\ R•191•d con froISJl f0 Memorial Brid e, seybolt centered his arguments ,y on profl('sed Improvements In the PlscatRqua river and Portsmouth , harbor. The wor)c would Include the removal of Boiling Rock in the river and Gangway Rock in the harbor, as we!J as the dredging of shoals off the southwest point of I The need for navigation Improvements In the Portsmouth area was Badger's Island. Traffic on the Memorial bridge Seybolt also asked that the govdescribed as extreme yesterday by more than 100 Industrialists, municipal , eriiment Install a range at Kittery will be uu der rigid control starting officials, fishermen and sportsmen at a special meeting with federal authPoint to guide boats entering the Mo nd ay when full scale repairs to orities at the Rockingham hotel. harbor. He was assured by coast th e 26 •year-old st ructure begin. gulrd officials at the meeting that Between the hours of B am and 4 The group suggested navigation~ - - · · · · · - .. t ·1 his proposal would be considered. pm one-way traffic will be freImprovements In Great bay Little HIS ARGUMENTS were supp 0 ' • • • quently in effect and speed Is to be •bay the Plscataqua river 'Ports- ed by Kenneth W. Langley, Ham1,• ' b t ner· Nelson ,mouth harbor, Hampton harbor and ton hotel a nd oa 0 ; t' ' f the , AMONG THOSE PRESENT at reduced to 10 miles an hour. the Hampton river L. Smith, a re;,resen a ive o_ the hearing were Comdr. H. T. However, during navy yard rush . . . · Smith and Gilmore Fishing pier at · Diehl, USCG, of the aides navi- hours, vehicles will be able to use \ The , me_etmg was conducted by Hampton· James w. TUcker, Jr.; ga ~Jorr departmen t of the u. s. both lanes and the bridge is to be liem·_r ·1 · A. Whitcomb, chief ·• o! tl,e R aymon ct' L . Goding , HamptJn coast guard; Frank s. Davis, man- · in full use at any time between 4 r v,eri> and harbors division . of the. Beach Chamber of commerce presl1 ager of the maritime assoc\atlon of pm and 8 am, the state highway deU. S, army engineers corps; C. A. dent· and Hampton Selectmen the Boston Chamber of Commerce; partment said todoy. TUcker, assistant to Mr. Whitcomb; . Harry Munsey anct George Sumner. • • • E. Cass Adams, a Durham boat C. • Newlon Andrews of Kittery, a 1Comdr. L. S. Hubbard of the coast THE PROJECT consists of re[ , and geodetic survey division of the , builder, was principal proponent for representative of the Esso Standard Oil comrJAny; Comdr. M. H. Austin, moving the wooden deck on the U. S. commerce department; and Improvements In Little and Great , USN, of the Portsmout/1 no.val base; 300-foot lift span and replacing It Lt. Comdr. Lynn Parker of the de- bays. He said that the waterway Is I partment of aides to navigation o! used by members of at least four • Theodore Barry, business manager, with a steel, open grid flooring. The counterweights must be alterthe first U. S. coast guard district. Portsmouth area yacht clubs as well Coming Benton, treasurer, and Chnrles M. Swift, bursar, of Phil- ed to allow for the difference in Although the principal purpose of as a large number of fishermen and llr~ Exeter academy. weight between the wood d ecklng , the hearing was to record data pleasure craft owners. He maintainAlso present were Prof.• C. F. and the steel. At the same time, the and argum~::its supporting the gov., ,. Jackson of the University of ~cw sidewalk planking on both sides Is ernment's plan to remove navlga- ed that Installation of adequate Hampshire's z.oology dep9,rtment; to be replaced and pedestrians will 1 tlon hazards from mainly the Pis- buoys and chann~l ~arkers would Harboimastei- Ha. rold Mace . of use only one of the two footpaths cart.aqua rlvP.ir ax,d Portsmo:ith har- solve present naviga~ion pro~lems. Hampton; Lt. A. ,P. Minor, USCG, while the repairs are being made. "' Ion cen t ere d ch'1e fl y on Also proposing bor, ....,scuss . the installation of of Portland; W. W. Scott of ·,;he In addition, the electrical system 1 _E. W. propooed tmprovements in the Great , buoys was Retired Army Co. B y dH to B h Putney of Durham who appeared as ' New Hampshire Gas and Electric , of the bridge Is to be overhauled a an amp• 1; areas. a representative of the Oyster River COf!1pany; H. D. Ressegllje of Man- · and later in the season, the entire JAMES W TUCKER k Fish and Game club and the Dur-1 chester, a representative of ~he structure will be painted. Public Serv!c~ company of Nn,w · • spo ooman ham unit of sea scouts. He said new !or a Hampton group, Informed the Hampshire; John · ,:i:. Holloran, vice ' government officials that Hampton buoys In the river would be "advanpresident of the Sprague Steam,,;lup , ~ tageous" to boat operators who now r:ompany of Boston; M. J. Teulon, I faces-"two serious problems" which , have difficulty detecting obstacles in 1 jeopardize ' business 1n the resort industrial director ?f .. the -~w the Great Bay area. area. .. .... ; , • • • Hamp.shire Planning and Develop,'I'Ucker, former secretary o! the. FRED w. KNIGHT, Durham diment commission; and Alvin F. Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce, rector of the New Hampshire Bea-' Redden, executive i;ecretary and suggested that the . government i coast Regional association pointed treasurer of the New Hampslllre The General Sullivan bridge Is to 1 dredg~ both Hampton harbor and I out that the state Is prepared to Seacoast Regional association. be "freed" In November. 1 1 Hampton river so that the water- , i spend $75,000 to Improve land adA toll bridge since Its construction , ways can be utilized "safely" by ap- joining th~ bay at Dover Point. In 1932, the $1,107,000 structure has proxtmately 100 boats, owned by "When that land Is developed we'll netted a total of $1,664,000 In revresidents or the area. , l certainly need buoys and charts to enue. Stressing that recreation actlvlaid the boat owners who will be us"Freeing" of the toll bridge was ties at Hampton represent the Ing the river," Knight explained. predicted a year ago by Highway largest In the state, Tucker said Myles Standish Watson of NewCommissioner :F'rederic E. Everett ,that Hampton's fishing Industry lngton, a representative of the Oyswho said that he planned to ask the nets approximately $100,000 yearly ter River Fish and Game club, and Rockingham county comm1SS1on- ! 1949 General Court to abolish the whlle owners of pleasure crafts In Reginald P. Kennard also spoke in I ers are to meet tomorrow with 115-cent pleasu~e ;oil~ :: / '/ , the area receive about $80,000 yearly favor of proposed Improvements In architects to discuss possible re) from their business. the Great bay area. modeling of the Exeter courthouse , REVENUES from the toll charges Tucker said heavy winds and Mayor Cecil M. Neal, submitted a and record buildings. have averaged $100,000 annually and storms have blown sand southward letter to the government officials Commissioner Irving W. Marston have resulted In a move to free the along the beach front so that a from John H. Greena,way of Ports- said. today that the commissioners bridge five years ahead of schedule. major part of the Hampton harbor ·mouth urging that the river bottom are considering a proposal to move Announcement that the tolls channel Is blocked by sand. He sugIn , the vicinity of the Wentworth the clerk of court's office from the would be removed was made today , · gested that this sand be rtredged road bridge 9e dredged. Greenaway records building to the -courthouse In Concord by Dover Rep. William , and proper facilities Installed to said part o! the channel was filled I across Front street. Gouin. prevent such erosion In the future. with gravel when the bridge was It that plan proves feasible, acThe General Sullivan bridge ' He also pointed out that shallow constructed because of a shortage of pordlng to Mr. Marston, the comspans the junction of Little Bay ' water In the lower part of the river steel ,and asked that part of the missioners hope to get approval handicaps both fishermen and boat channel be cleared now. from the county's General Court and the Plscataqua river. It, and operators. John C. Sweetser of New Castle, delegation to move the re~istry of the Alexander Scammell bridge, To emphasize Hampton's pr01!llharbormaster of Little Harbor, also probate from the first to the second carry the traffic between t}1e sea, nence · as a ·summer resort, Tucii:er suggested that the fill be removed I floor of the records building, leav- coast and northern points. said that the beach area annually , from the bridge to enable enlarge- · ing the ground floor for the regis. caters .to about 1,500,000 persons. , ment of the channel. try of deeds. . 0 Tucker also said tllat large ror.ks • • • • • • ' near the newly-constructed HampTHE GROUP broke into · laughter THE COl\lMISSIONER said he ton to · Seabrook steel bridge are when John E. Seybolt, treasurer of did not want to see the Portsmouth hazardous to vessels using the h.uthe Portsmouth Navigation com- courthouse closed unless somebody Maine and New Hampshire state hor. He said the boats are unable pany, remarked: can prov it's "an economical move." to pass through the bridge draw at ! "I! the government follows all He continued, ''There's a lot more highway department workers have started repair work on the Memthese suggestions It would cause a to this than people think. For ex1extremely low tide. orial bridge. • • • national debt." ample, th at courthouse In Exeter ls A new floor will be erected on the In bad repair but the Portsmouth one is in good shape.'' draw, new sidewalks will be built He added that it would cost and electrical fixtures Installed. "probably $1 ,200" to rent a PortsMaine highway emplo~es started mouth county commission office, work yesterday on the sidewalk on ,:something else that should be con- the northern end of the struct_ure sidered." The commission- has to while New Hampshire officials have an office from which It can 1plan to begin actual work Monday. h~1ini .. 'r·· ,.. , u .... r ~ ........ ~•"n :1rfr1f'<'f I -- -- . _,., ---- • 1. Hqrbor Work N~ed Label~d .~~,r 'Ext;e~e' . l 1 0 I :.u: Su 11•1van Brt•du~ JOIIS fO ( east. During November i Exeter Courthouse Reva~ping Studied By County Officials l •j l J/ State Repairing ~, \0 Memoria·I Bridge I �12 3 State Police Ordered 'To 'Move In' Against GalTlbling Rackets • D'Amours 'BefS II s00::,. ,k/'71es• Already Closed DOwn r ''I'll bet ten-to-one all the 'bookies' arc closed down today," Atty. Gen. Ernest R. D'Amcurs said, as the result of the his own new antigambling policy. The attorney general made good his threat of yesterday to •·move ln" against the gambling rackets of the state when he gave the state police a free hand to carry out an enforcement drive. He issued the order late yesterday afternoon ln obvious displeasure over the reported admission by Roeklngham County Sheri!! Simes Frink that he was unable to control known "book-making" activities. • • • THE ACTION was contained ln a letter which went out to all 10 o! the state's county solicitors. It said: "In view o! the increasing demand for action, I have instructed the superintendent o! the state police to exercise concurrent Jurisdiction of the depn.rtment to enforce all of the criminal laws In all the counties, with special attention to be given to the enforcement o! our lottery and gambling stat.utes." But part o! the burden or the clean-up campaign was placed on the shoulders of the various county sollcltors. D'Amours Instructed the solicitors that the state police "shall report to you, as chle! law enforcement officer of the county." Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton ot Rockingham county acknowledged today that he had received a copy of the attorney general's letter, but refused to comment on It. • • • SHERIFF FRINK was Unl\vatlable for comment. In Concqrd, D'Amours was quoted .as readily admlttlni that hl.s action was taken "In view, o! , the statement" made by Sheriff Frink at a legislative hearing Tuesday on a blll, pr6vldlng for the broadening o! state police powers, At that time the sherll'l wn.s reported to have said he knew that "bookie" operations were In existence In Rockingham county bub that present state laws are too weak to make criminal conviction, possible. . Sheriff Frink denied the statements as published and said he "tried only to show that more teeth are needed In the law." ¥ • ' "' HIS TESTIMONY led to a sharp clash with Manchester's police chief, James F. O'Neil, who criticized the sheriff for lack o! cooperation ln suppressing "bookmaking" operations at Aubun1 County Commissi~n ! $13,844 'In the ·Red' ' I where he said the "headquarters" o~ The Rockingham County c~~iJsion today reported Itself $13,844 "in a gambling ring Is maintained. the red" through ~Rst yeRr's expenditures and simultaneously indicated Chle! O'Neil loosed anot.her critical blast Inst night, aimed at the New that the 1949 budget will c~mb higher ihpan thbat lo; 1948H. . • -· - . England Telephone and Telegraph Commissioner Alvin E. Foss In .. , company. He charged the utility with "full Exeter said the commission is In.the knowledge" of "bookie" establish- final day of preparing Its 1949 apments where telephone service Is propriation It will seek from county provided. taxpayers and that the over~.ll bud~ , The company should be "charged get is expected to show a slight . r:.,,11 with conspiracy", he said, for the boost over 1948. · aid it Is giving "at least three orA sharp Increase In the county's ; ganlzed betting rings In siphoning relief problems, unexpected maina way thousands of dollars from tenance expenditures at the SuperiManchester each week." or courthouse and board and care A public hearing on a General • • • o! chlldren were blamed for the defl- I court bill proposing the creation of. THE CHIEF SAID that he would cits. The commissioners reported a $7,000,000 Portsmouth Port auprobably confer within a few days that the "total credits"-or amount thorlty 111 scheduled for next Thurswith Supt. Ralph w. Caswell of the for spending under the 19~8 budget Iday In Concord. state police to determine the best -totaled $466,407. Expenditures, on I The bill, sponsored by Rep. Donpollcy for stamping out gambling. aid a. Saltmarsh of Concord, would I Colonel Caswell explained to news- the othi:r hand, reached $480,314. • • • set up a five-man commission with . ' men that "we don't want to be senTHE ACTUAL APPROPRIATION power to float bond issues, condemn I sational-lt's not arrests we're a!the county was $364,849 along property and build docking facillter." Prevention o! violations Is the for wlth a total revenue of $101,620. ties. , main purpose, he said. Included in th~ budget was an ap, An Interim commission set up by In an explanation o! hls orders to the state police, the attorney gen- propriation of $51,439 for ,direct re- the 1947 Legislature to study the I era! said the state's new policy ls a lie! but expenditures totalled $64,- proposal, then backed by Rep. John ,R. McIntire o! Portsmouth, reportreversal of a "cooperation agree- I 690. ! ed that such a proposal was "not ment" followed !or the past 12 In discussing the report, Commis- feasible" at this time. years. sioner Foss said t he three-man • • • He said under the previous system, county board was "rather deeply McINTIRE, who Is still active In there was a cooperative policy be- · concerned" with the increase In retween state police and county of- lie! cases and attributed most or "lobbying" for the passage o! the port authority bUI, Insists he wlU ficers to leave misdemeanor cases them to "itinerants." fight for the bill, "come hell or high to the sheriffs. water." 1 D'Amours explained that state poIf an individual has lived in a The former representative said lice have always had statutory au- , community five years, he pointed out, he believed that creation of a port thorlty to step in, but had llmlted then that municipality's own relief authority is the only solution· to their actions under the cooperative system would be called into action what he described as "Portsmouth's agreement. · / to handle the problem. desperate employment situation." Transients, however, must appeal "We've got to bring Industry in directly to the county and an uphere and the only way we can do s1:1rge In that category has forced it, Is to build a state pier," Mcint ~llef costs beyond the appropria- )t!re said. . tion. \ Meanwhile, the Interim commls• • • ,sion said that it found that state TH£ REPORT INCLUDED menpiers-such as the one In Portlandtion of $7,747 spent above the $41,~o not pay their way. 019 Rppropriation for the Superior / IT. INDIC~;E; i~ belle! that 1! court building. The expenditures here, Mr. Foss explained, come unemand tor dockage faclli}ies is der such matters as building mainresent In Portsmouth, private In-' tenance and purchase of office furustry 1111 . flnd · th,e ways• and niture. eans o!I provldlnlf it without J!_tate rompth~. · . I_ The ap propriation of $42 ,242 for ~ The commission, which was par~ board and care of children was 11allly comoosed o! members ot the tC'pped with the expendi ture of State Planning and De.velopment $45,564. eommlsslon, held a hearing In ' ortsmouth and observed ln the reMr. Foss said the anticipated in11ort tha,t only one person appeared crease In thl5 year's budget would 1 favor of a nort authority. develop around the purchase of a However, McIntire scorned the photo-recording machine for keepommlssion's finding with the re- ' ing county records. 1ark, "They're Just a lobby for the ublic Service company and the , ioston and Maine railroad, neither which wanJ.s..4,._w · lytllJn, but 0sto,i get bu.,;ine.ss." u IC earing . CheduIed0~ ·3 s Port Authority , I I I r t I �✓ • • • ~ Exeter records building, $500; county clerical, $1,130; extension service, $1,793; Meanwhile, the appropriation to provide $13,844 to meet 19-18 over- 1 spending Is approximately $21,000 1 less than 9. similar request in 19'18 for 1947 overdrafts. ~ \$ 1 Rockingham county~ government cost the taxpayers $480,314 in 1948, Other reductions in requests are in the registry of probate, $500; old a 65,000 dollar increase over 1947. age assistance, $1,000; Interest on While setting an ·an time high mark for county expenditures, the comJoans, $600; interest on bonds, $267; missioners exceeded their appropriation by $13,844, 11. deficit that must delegation expen.~e. $100; employes Direct relief , payments to needy retirement, $1,000; and fire equip- families ln the Portsmouth distrlct be paid off 1n their 1949 budget. ' ment, $1,000. of Rockingham count,y during FebChief financial headache to thef The expenses of the sheriff's de- 1 • • • commissioners In 1948 was direct partment, which are charged to the ruary remained at the high level TUE COMMISSIO. 'S estimate or relief which cost $64,590. The di- auperlor court account, dropped the cost of operating the Portswhich begt\n late last year. rect relief appropriation approved $216 from 1947 to $19,431 but sten- mouth courthouse, $4,300, is the commissioner Irving W. Marston by the county's General Court dele- ' ographlc expenses went up $900 and same as the 1948 figure, although gatlon was $51,439. , counsel fees increased another $500. the account was overdrawn by $823. reported today that $U59 was spent ln Portsmouth and five In 1947, the direct relief approSeveral other accounts were also The sum of $2,100 Is requested for prlatlon. was $56,429 and the com- overdrawn. These were: medical the Exeter courthouse, which is neighboring towns lal't month in missioners spent only $51,510. DI- referee, $91; registry oi probate, the same as last year when lt was direct relief subsidies. rect relief costs-cash subsidies to $240; office aupplles, $392; county overspent by $'101. '!'he lion's share of the expendineed !amll!es-have jumped 20% clerical, $15. A request of $100,000 for the countures, $3,233, were in Portsmouth, in the past year. Unexpended balances were: com:. ty fwrm and hospital maintenance • • • missioners' expenses, $756; register Marston said, w'here 148 persons ln ls being made by the commissionPORTSMOUTH •RECEIVED $27,• of deeds, $1,014; 'care of prisoners, ers. This appropriation returned a 44 dHrerent !am!lles were helped. in ,relict pa:pit>.nts, , $.;J9~ _. 1n- J $719; interest, $346 delegation ex- favorable balance of $6,248 In 1948 Food ror the H !am!11es cost $1,creaae over l947's $22,544. Th en- ' pense, $174; employ es' retirement, when $100,000 was allotted. 862.88, the commissioner said and in Ure Portsmouth district saw a $7,000 I $1,267; fires protection equipment, The commlsslonets tacked a letaddition the county paid rent of hike in relief spending to $39,044 $499. ter or explanation to their budget $306; fuel, $384; medical care, $372, whlle $23,639 was expended in the estimate before sending copies to two other districts. each of the county delegates. \ and miscellaneous, $8.86. The balance of direct relief spend• • • • • • ANOTHER $300 was handed out ing was !or the services of a counIN EXPLAINING their $75,000 ! ty investigator at $1,429; firewood, estlmRJtc for the cost of direct re- I in direct cash payments to eight $444; and supplies, $32. persons, according to Marston, who lief, tlhe commissioners commented, The commissioners also reported said t,hese were people who were "Employment condltlOlllS discourage a. $3,322 deficit In an account !or unable to come to his office for . belief tlha,t less than tJhls amount I • the boa.rd and care of children. They food orders. will be sufficient." allowed $42,242 by the county They footnoted their $100,000 reI '!'he five towns rer-e!vlng direct 1delege.t1on but spent $45,564. j relief subsidies were Hampton, quest !or the county fM'm: Thls _sectlon e.lso was overspent tn $109.26; Newington, $100; Newmar"Same amount as last year need1947 by $2,496 when the total apA public hearing on a. 1949 county ed, as emergency repairs of building ket, $445.25; Rye $186.86; Seabrook, proprle.tlon was $36,429 and $38,925 budget calling for the appropriation housing hems, etc. must be paid !or $84.40. . of $391,241 ls slated for Friday at from 1949 appropriation." was expended. Marston described 20 of the cases However, an unexpended balance the county !arm, Brentwood. 'l1lle commissioners s,ald they on his roll,, as "chronics." He said The budget represents an Increase thought the 11,pproprlatlons !or the , of $2,160 In the old age assistance they were people who are unable to appropriation pa«-tially offset the of $26,392 over the $364,849 budget Portsmouth and Exeter courthouses work and are u~nsistently on his I deficit in board and bare of chil- approved by the county's General would be sufficient as last year's 1 'books." Court delegation last year. dren account. overspending in P()ll'tsmouth was He said that direct relief in FebAt least $13,844 of the hike in • • • ruary of this year had been less· THE · RED INK reported In tpe , county costs ts to compensate !or due to cost of 'powder room' !or ~ costly than last year when the to1 county's welfare agencies was spread the 1948 deficit reported by the women jurors and tn Exeter due to tal was $4,534. over into both the Portsmouth and three-man county commfsslon. "emergency repahrs." • • • ' Exeter courthouse appropriations, • • • IIE ADDED his opinion that which, together, were $1,224 overIN ADDITION, the commissioners some of the relief spending this drawn. are asking for a $25,000 jump In the year "Is due to the !a.ct that unAn appropriation of $4,631' for the amount for direct cash relief. The employment compensation checks Portsmouth court puildlng was delegation allowed $50,000 in 1948, have not been coming through. \t> ov~spent by $823 and the $2,100 al- which was overdrawn by $13,150. 1 "A good many of them are telllotted for the Exeter courthouse. was Another major Item In the 1949 Ing me that they have 'unemploy$401 short of the amount spent. Also budget estimate, which the commlsment money coming but can't get ln the red $808 was the county's sioners are to place before the pubA public hearing on a bill calling it." record building in Exeter. lie at 1 pm on Friday, is a request This was partially confirmed Meanwhile!, the county home and for $9,000 to purchase a photostat !or abandonment of city manager government In Portsmouth Is schedtoday by Mrs, Abby Wllder, head house o! correction In Brentwood, machine for the records building, uled !or March 28. John J. Leary, of the State Employment service, which bullt up a $30,143 overdraft Exeter. chairman of the 10-man Portswho said that there has been a in 1947, ended 1948 with a favorable The commissioners have also in- mouth delegation to the House of "lag" in paying for the compensabalance of $6,248. l creased their estimate of superior Representatives, announced today. tion. Bu the Brentwood institution cost I court operational costs from $40,000 The time and place of the hearing She explained that he1· fore~ !?1 $13,000 more to operate In 1948 than to $45,000. The 1948 appropriation was will be reported later, he said. the unemployment claims division the previous year. A total of $190,170 overexpended by $7,747 but ls not Listed as House bill, ~o. 435, It 1 was reduced and that a. large in- \ was spent in, feeding, clothing, under the commissioners' control. was introduced by Rep. Sam Alessi, crease in claims ls giving her housing and giving general ca.re to Included in the superior court ac- a ward 1 Democrat. 1 present workers "all they can the inmates. count Is the cost of operating the As it was written, the measure Savings at the county farm, howsherl!I's department which was re- provides for a. referendum next Nohandle." "We are getting caught up," ever, were more than offset by the ported In 1948 as $19,431, approx!- vember, to decide whether the votMrs. Wllder said; "by working • $7,747 deficit reported by the su- ; mately a $200 •decrease over 1947. ers wish to change the municipal • • nights and weekends and we are government back to the form in expe rt or court, over_ whose spending j now up to the week ending Maret. the commissioners have no control. THE COUNTY BOARD and care istence prior to Jan. 1, 1948. An appropriation of $41,019 was I appropriation faces an $8,000 InI 6." However, the referendum Is del 1' granted the court for 1948 but it .excrease to $48,000, I! the budget ls pendent on opponents of city mana- ' pended $48,766. In 1947 the court passed by the delegation. A defici• gershlp getting the signatures or 3% went over Its budget by $4,441. in this account of $3,322 was report- or the total number of persons votf • • • • ed by the county commissioners. ing in t~e last municipal election. A bill providing for the creation A MAJOR FACTOR 1n the defiThey are also asking for Increases of a $7,000,000 Portsmouth port aucit was a $4,000 jump in jury pay- l!or the register of deeds of $1,000; thority was scheduled !or public rolls and added to that ls a $2,000 office supplies and postage, $100; hearing In Concord today. increase in the clerk of court's ex-- - Jense~. ___ _ . ty Government·\ ":Costs.:iJJp $65t000 Relief Payments \24 Remain at Peak Through County County Budget, Hiked $26,392, ~I ( were I Up for Hearing',. Manager Repent Hearing Morch 28 I .J 1 I I Port Hearing "~\" �Little Increase -·-\ Coastal Warden In Unemployment Bill Slated for I•. \' Public Hearing i Reported Here 11 · ,_· The Portsmouth area has "experienced much less Increase In unemployment than other parts of the state." That is the conclusion of the i State Bureau of . Labor In its February bulletin. 1 However, state officials acknowleged that their figures do not include the effect.s of layoffs at the ~ortsmouth naval shipyar<f The unemployment figures are based on a combln!ttion of job 11.pplications and the number of persons ' drawing unemployment . compensation. And Portsmouth _naval shipyard cmployes are not eligible for j sf.ate compensation 1111d so do not register with the Portsmouth field of!lcc. I • • • WHILE DECLARING the Ports- mouth area as one of the better ; sedions for employment in the state, the bureau admits a 200-person jump to 1,200 on the unemployed rolls during the month of January, 1949. The statisticians estimated that 1,000 persons were unemployed in the Portsmouth area !IS of Dec. 31, 1948. They report 1,200 unemployed in January of this year, a 20% jump. The Portsmouth office, du[ing January, 1949, received 3,753 claims for unemployment compensation and vetcr~,ns compen~aLion. This represented an inerease over JanI uary. 1948. or 14.!l';',.. During the same period, Rochester reported an increase of 541.6%, the bureau s1tid. ... THE ONLY CITY where employ- ment is holding its own. according to the report, Is Bcriln where 800 were unemployed a yrnr 11go and 800 arc rrportcd unemployed now. In the state ns a whole unemployment has fncren .~ell 28.8"'o since December, 1918, and has jumped 86.8% since Jnnuary, 1948. Keene and Lnconin, wi1-h 66.7% and 56.5 % respecti·,ely, have been t,he nrens hnrdest hit by unemployment In the pAst 111011th. The others follow ing In order are : Claremont, 52.9 %; Littleton, 60 % ; Concord, 47.8% ; ConwRy, 40 %; Nashua, 33.3%; Portsmouth, 20 %; Dover, 17 .6%; Manchester, 12.1 % ; Berlin, 0%. State Prepares·1; Budge·t 125 Public Hearing Set Tomorrow t,'i\3 I County For New TuSSl~ r J The crentlon or a 1<tatc srn. and shore fisheries department ls the objective of a bill scheduled for public hearing tomorrow in Concord "one hour after adjournment" of the General Court. House Bill No, 413 proposes that a. three-man commission be appointed to regul1t<te and supervise coastal fishing anrt lobste1ing. It would supersede t'he fish and game department al0'!1g the seacoast. The commission-to be appointed by the governor and council-must come from Rockingham county and one member must be a lobsterman under the terms of the measure introctncrd by R<'p. Ernest R. Underwood of Hampton. ~!N~~R~M~!~,!~p~!~, I New Hampshire Legislature comes to grips next week with the biggest problem of the 1949 session-new taxes. The House ways and means committee will 1:Jold a hearing on a proposed retail sales tax Tuesday. It takes up 1, proposed net income tax March 30. · A legislative interim ccmmisslon to study the state's tax structure , has rer:0111mended a corll'blnation sales tRx and net income tax to ' meet an l'Xpected annual deficit of more than $3,000,000 dw-ing the ne:ii:t ·tvro year~: ·• · ., . ·,,-c,· 1 .. of the •· coastal fisheries department would THE COMMISSION estimates a be by a superintcnclent selected by the three-man commission and the , revenue of $3,600,000 a year from· a 1 % retail sales tax, exempting tofield work would be done by "not bacco and gasoline. less bh1tn two coastal wardens." A 1 % income tax on individuals Terms of offir.e for the commisand corporations would yield an sioners would be for six years and estimated $1,200,00!J, according to they wo11lu serve without sal1try, the commission. gel!t,ing only expense money. The comm.isslon, after two years The director and the wardens are study, originally recommended a to be paid employes of the commisclassified gross income tax as a sion and could be removed "only for solutl0'!1 for the state's financial cau.~e." problems. At prcRcnt. seacoast conservation But the state Supreme court. IA ws are under the direction o'f the ruled tha,t such a tax with different fi sh nnd game commission. Work ln Dates for manufacturers,• merchants the field has come under the super, Mid Individuals was unoonstituvision of conservation officers. j tional. . , The commission recommends the sales-net income taxes as an alternative. ])IJtECTION . 0 • • • EXEMPTIONS UNDER . the pro- posed net Income tax would be: (1.) $1,000 for each tax.payer. (2.) An additional $500 for each person over 65 years of age. (3.) $2,000 for a married couple. CONCORD. Feb. 16 (AP) - City f4.) $500 for each additional demanager supporters received a setpendent. back In the House yesterday as the Income from dividends tnxed un- : solons reversed a committee recomder pr&o;ont laws would be exempt. : mrndo tion nnd pa!<sed n. bill providing means of revoking city manaThe proposed sales tax woald i cover all retail sale.<; of ta~1glble per- ' ger governments. The House committee on munici- sonal property of 24 cents or more. pal and county government had In addLtlon to tobacco and gasodisapproved a bill by Rep. Laurence line, publications Issued at interPickett (D-Keene) to provide for a vals of less than three months and !ipcclnl elcdion to revoke a city sales to olrnritnble, rellgiou11 Mid mnnnRrr plnn 30 cl 1lys n fLcr 3% of educationnl Institutions nnd to stnte thr voters petit,ion for such a vote. ,a nd political subdivisions would be · He l1ttcr amended his proposal exempt. 1 so that only one .~uch spcciRl elec'!1:he sales tax must be added to ! tion could be held In, a year. the price or goods sold and It shall ' be Illegal to Rdvertise that the sales T II E HOUSE PASSED the tax is ab.so_rbed by the retailer. amended bill 179 to 156. use tax would also be imposed Pickett seeks to force an early .onAall pttrahoses made out of state vote on Keene·s city ma11Rger sys- amounting to $25 or more. tem . The vole under present law would not come until the city 's regu; l1tr election in November. John Langmuir, executive direc' tor of the New Hampshire Federation of Taxpa yers, said the Pickett bill will pertain only to Keene and Franklin. Defeat in House .. . Under the Jaw, the commissioner must get delegation approval of their appropriation estiinates before they go into effect. cost city has allocated $116,000 to meet this year's demands by the county. However, Mrs. Mary C. Dondero. who serves both as, a representative and R Portsmouth city councilman, told her fellow councilmen recently that she "wouldn't be surprised If the county levy exceeded $116,000." I \ Court Term Bill Quiz Wedne5J~y I City Manager:! ·'' ·Backers Suffe·r The appropriations estimate submitted to the county's General· Court delegation by the county com-. missioners is $26,000 more than 1948 figures approved by the county convention. Last yeas's county budget I Portsmouth $114.000 and the • • • AVTUAJ, A public airing of Rocklnghain county's $391,000 budget for 1949 is scheduled for tomorrow at the county farm, Brentwood, at 1 pm. A bill proposing abolishment of the April term of Superior court in Portsmouth is to get a public hearIng Wednesday In Concord. The chairman of the county convention, Rep. Harold W. Corson of Derry, today said the hearing is scheduled for "immediately after adjournment in Room 100 at the State house. Under terms of the House bill introduced by Rep. W. Douglas Scammnn, the Superior court's April te1m would be moved to Exeter. If the step 1 ls approved by the General Court, the present useful ness or the state street court buildIng would be limited to office space and occasional sessions of the probate court.. I I j 11 �· 11ty ColJlmission Sees Boost in Unemployment, Wa_n ts No Budget 'Slash' Relief Payments Climbing Rapidly ·With Job Losses Gloomy employment prospects In the Portsmouth area. were foreseen yesterday by Rockingham county commissioners who urged passage of their $391,000 budget for 1949 with• owt "slashing." "Direct relief payments are Increasing by leaps and bounds," 25 persons present at a public hearing in Brentwood on the budget were ,told by Commissioner Irving w. Marston. The co~lssloner defended ' the fl3,150 overdraft in 1948 for direct relief as "absolutely necessary" a.nd , aald that the $75,000 requested for 1949 will be needed if the present tendency continues. The sum of $50,000 was allocated in 1948. Commissioner Alvin E. Foss said that both Commissioner Mahlon c. CUrrter "and myself have been down to Portsmouth to check on Marston's relief spending." Then he add- ed with a rueful shrug of the shoulders, "There doesn't seem to be any ' way out of tt.. • • "THE LAW says the county mmt teed the needy," Foss said, "and so we have to do it." County Solicitor Wyman P. ;Boynton, at the request of Foss, expla,ined the legal situation with which the commissioners are confronted. "You1 might say · the commissioners are caught between two fires," Boynton S!lfd. "The direct relief, old I age asslll~hee act and the board and care of children must be financed by the commissioners, regardless of what it costs." But, according to the county solicitor, the commissioners are also legally bound to not exceed their budget as approvect by the county delegation. "Therefore, you have a situation where they get in trouble if they don't teed people who are hungry but they also get in trouble if they ' go over their budget," he concluded. I • • • SHARP CRITICISM was hurled at the commissioners by Richard Dickerson ot• Stratham, who described himself as one of the auditors or his town's books. "I want the commissioners to expla.fn to me why direct relief spending climbed so sharply. I've checked in Concord and they tell me that employment didn't slack off In the Portsmouth area until early this year but this goes back to the last part of last year. Why?" he questioned. Commissioner Marston, who supervises the county's Portsmouth office, replied that his office gets a "large number of floaters, who have to be taken care of, even I! they have lived In the vicinity only a few hours." Foss added the explanr.tion that many o! the cases on the Portsmouth rolls involve people who are unable to work. Dickerson asked why the commissioners could not rent an office in some other building and let the courthouse be closed. "I don't actually care which courthouse is closed but I am interested in the county saving money," he asserted. "Year after year, it's the same old story. The property holders of the county have to pay the bill and they're getting awfully ti.red or It." • • • HE TURNED BACK to the sub- ject of direct cash relief, "Isn't there some way some of these families whose motto seems to be, 'Born on the town, die on the town,' can be made to pay back part of what they get when they do work?" • • • "There's been plenty or work the DICKEitSON THEN TURNED his attention to the county solicitor, last few years and yet that relief asking, "What's being done about item keeps jumping. For instance, these men who leave children to be down In Portsmouth, they can get work on the toll road." supported by the county. That's Marston Immediately interrupted, another appropriaL!on which was overspent last year and yet we've "No, they can't. I've tried re11eatedly got laws, stringent laws, to make to get people on that toll road and not even the unemployment office them support their families." can help me. They simply won't I Boynton explained that board te.ke them on." and care of children, on which the Chairman Clinton W . Elwell movcounty spent $45 ,000 last year, is an ed the discussion to the last apitem beyond the ·commissioners' propriation Item, a. $13,844 figure control. , to cover 1948 overspending. "Tile str.te weifate places the When he asked for comment, Rep. chlldren and blll3 the county," he Mary c. Dondero remarked, "I'd added that $160,000 was col- like to say I don"t like It. What's leoted last year by the probation the use of setting up a budget if department from tat.hers for the they're going to overspend It. I know you're allowed to overspend aupport o! their ohlldren. by a certain percentage but I still "Most or them pay up when the court takes action, but these cases think the delegation should be conon the books are other.s that must sulted.'' • be taken care or by the county," he FOSS THEN EXPLAINED that said. the commissioners are not allowed • • • to overspend their budget by 10%, COMMISSIONER CURRIER said that the number or children being as they once thought, but must stay boarded at county expense in- within It. "However, the law says we have creased from 102 a year ago to 133 at the present time, "on which the to feed people who are hungry and county has to pay weekly bills, al- so last August we notified the budget committee that we were going though they're placed by the state." over. There's been so much criticism Very few other items of the that we wouldn't dare not let the record budget came under criticism. delegation know but they told us A $9,000 appropriation for a new to go ahead." photostat machine to be used In the records building, Exeter, brought little comment. However, Dickerson questioned the appropriation of $4,000 for the Portsmouth courthouse. He said he wanted to know why any money was being allocated for that building when there was a bill 1n the Legislature to abandon the April term of court In Portsmouth. Foss explained that until the Legislature passed such a law, It was necessary for the county to m.a.intaln the building. He said that operation costs !or the Portsmouth courthouse were twice those In Exeter because the Portsmouth building Is used the "yea_r round.''. aa:~ • • ,Lengthy Struggle Looms as Sf a$,,_, Airs Tax Plans CONCORD, March 23 (APlThere was ample evidence today that the Gencrnl Court is going lo have a long, hard row t.o hoe before it decides on a me11ns of new l'CVCllUC for New Hampshire: A~ a public hearing yesterday on a bill proposing a sales tax, 16 persons spent three and one-half hours explainiug why they believed it essential that the measure pass. It was estimated that easily three times that number squirmed in their seals awaiting an opportunity lo speak out against passage. They will be given their chance al a continued hearing scheduled for April 5. Judge John R. Spring of Nashua led the proponents with the declaration that the sales tax was the only "feasable" method of balancing the slate budget. • • • l'l' IIA8 mmN e~timntcd that New Hampshire faces a $4,000,000 annual deficit for ea ch of the next two ye< rs. Judire Spring, chairman of the State Tax commission, and most other members who spoke for the measure linked the ~ales tax proposal with a l '1• net income levy. The sales tax would raise an estimated $3 ,600,000 11. year and the income tax an additional $1 ,250,000. Those who walled to oppose the sales Lax appeared willing to stay in session 'tll midnight if necessary in order to be heard. But Chalrm:111 Lane Dwinell (RLebanonl or the House ways and means committee, took a. look at the numbers who wished to speak and since It already was 5 o'clock, ordered the continuation. A spoke, man for 30 CIO textile union men and women from Berlin, Nashua, Manchester, Claremont, Lebanon and Newport pleaded thut they be heard. He said they had spent $700 In , lost wages, Lt·aveling expense and meals in order that they might I speak. �?ort Authority Plan Passed On to House For Committee Study ·1re lns·1sts Mclnt • w I B• 81 1I OU d nng Industry tOArea A bill proposing the creation of I\ $7,000,000 Port.<mlonth Port author- \ '' Y Sa~i~a~~~s ;r~~~~o~de,p~~oo;:t h~ Interest In the bill to the extent of Introducing McIntire to the public ;.~~~;~i. 0 wo;~~11; the engineer w~o studied the proposal for an Interim commission appeared to explain why the commiss~?n rcporte~ the port nnthorlty as unfeasible. • • • I\ House Pa~ses Proposa I :.J. . For Port ~tudy Here I • t n advisory board to study the possibilities o! a Portsmoufhb~~r~ :~tht~~i~y Is on Its way to the State Senate after passage~ morning by the House of Representatly,es. 'l, o/7• Local Merchants J01n • ,Qppos1t1on •• f .0 State saIes Tax C: Ul'OT, J,ISTF.ll thrrr concluThe original measure, calling fo~1 sions reached by the Interim com- a five-man port authority, was dis 1 mission: carded by the House public works , (1) An authority Is not needed to committee. , t r administer the port as It stands The advisory board-to cons 1s o now. two members from Port..~mouth and (2) It.ls not needed for JndivldU{l1 three others from the Seacoa~t redrvelopmcnt of the nrca as 5UCh glon- ls Instructed to study plans for developing the Piscataqua river Portsmouth merchants were ralagencies already exist. (3) Its only conceivable !unction area. lying today In bitter denunciation of would be the construction and oper'I1here was no House discussion a proposed state sales tax designed ation of a state pier and that Is not of the measure. Accepted by the to pull New Hampshire rrom its House as recommended by the com- mire of financial difficulties. Justified. Four Portsmouth rrprescutntlves mlttee, It went throug'h on a voice Joining forces with Chamber of and Stnte Sen. Arthur J. Rrlnhart vote. Commerce organizations throughspoke briefly, urging that If the • • • p 0 ts out the state, the retail board of the committee found the bill "lnex-pedlA PREVIOUS STUDYd of b \h; local C of C called for solidified reent to legislate" it i;hould "keep the mouth harbor was ma e y slstance to the proposal. door open" for consideration at a planning and development comm Is- . sion which reported that the proRobert E. Whalen, chairman of later date. • • • The representatives were Harry posed construction of a state pier the board, said proprietors o! both "SENATORS TOBEY and Brld- H. Fuote, John J. Leary, John H. was not feasible. large and small businesses here ges and Representatives Cotton and Yeaton and Mary C. Dondero. The study was made at the direc- were "definitely against" a state Merrow have gone along with me tlon of the General Court after the , sales tax. on this, and the war department Is then Rep. John R. McIntire of • • • definitely Interested In blasting out Portsmouth urged the establishment CAUSE OF THE consternation lothe ledges In the river, one of the of an "Interim commission" to In- caUy and in other sections Is a. bill big obstacles now to heavy &hipvesllgaie the posslbllltles of develop- before the state Legislature proposping," McIntire said. ing the Plscataqua river area. I Ing a 1 % sales tax which merchal)tS He added that a coal company Combined In Mcintlre's plan for fear will form "a short step to a 2 recently located here would sell Its a port authority was the proposed or 3% tax." product at $1 less per ton If e. construction of a state pier, similar It Is to be aired at a public hea.rport authority Is established and 11. to the one owned by Maine in Ing In Concord Tuesday. A hearing on the proposed "New Portlnnd harbor. large oil company wnnts to set up a. Whalen was unable to estimate HRmpshire cutoff" from the Portsrefinery. A public hearing on the plan was the number or local merchants who th "There ls one of the lnrgr~t. nnvnl month-Scnbrook toll road Is schedheld In Port.~mouth la 5t fall 111\d e plan to appear at the hearing and planning and development commls- protest pnssage of the bill. bases on the Atlnntlc canst In uled for April 22 Jn Portsmouth. Gov. Sherman Adams 11nd the slon pointed out In Its report that Portsmouth, which is bread n.nd •'No one on the retall board is goonly one person appeared to speak butter to thousands of people. In- executive council will view the trntaJng up," he said "because of conflicttlve layout before the public hearIn favor or the scheme. th dustries to feed those people must Ing obligations. Most feel that e ing at 10:30 am at city hall. come to Portsmouth." blll hasn't much of a chance, anyPresrnt plans cnll for the conMcIntire listed four reasons !or how." struction of n trnfflc circle some 800 a. port authority: He explained that the majority of feet south of the present intersection (1) A cut In fuel costs. the Ill feeling held for the bill was of Route 16 and the toll road where (2) Attract Industry. the result of a fear that the taxj New Hampshire motorists can lea_ve (3) The state pier would be dewill drive consumers across the . the new highway for the White velopment of a. naturnl resourcestate lines to make their purchase~. ; mountains. the Pificatnqqa river. A new stretch of highway from the Whalen cited liquor and to(4l A port rmlhority would be sel!toll road to the straightaway south bacco sales in Massachusetts. Many• llquldatlng. of the General Sullivan bridge would I Atty. Harold M. Smith, associatBay state residents come acroos the carry trnffic onto Route 16 nncl ~yed In McIntire Enterprises with the line ln to New Hnmpshlre to avoid pass the buw srctlons touchmg former representative, declared taxes on both comnrxlltles, Whalen w~ntworth Acres nnd Benn's hill. that Improvement or Portsmouth said, and the same th.lng could be hat bor would be or benefit to the exprcted here. 1 entire state. The state Chamber o! Commerce • • retail committee, meanwhile, said "NEW INDUSTRIES !or the state that "retail dollars" will "roll Into will naturally follow and o! course Maine, Massachusetts and Vermont be of benefit to the rest o! New If the sales tax becomes a law in England,'' Smith slad. I New Hamp.shire." ity Is In the hands of the House of Representatives pnbllc works committee for considerntion following a.· public hearing yesterday In Concord. Few perso1111 wrre on hand to hear fonner Rrp. John R. McIntire or Portsmouth outline his idea that a state pier "l\'OUld bring Industry into New Hampshire, in~tead o! driving it out." McIntire pictured Portsmouth as a deep water port w111rh would be the sent of oil reflnerlcs and coat' depots. These would afford che~er power production nnd Ju turn stimulate Industry, McIntire maintained. II I I Toll Road Cu_t~,~~ ,l Hearing Date Set • �'z.e s·t ate Sales Tax Hit ·By_ Retailers, Labor _A t Crowded Hearing Opponents Claim ctp.~ More Economy JOSEPH D. CARTON, legislative agent !or the stalte CIO, 15aid the tax would be especially haird on people who are living on unemployment compensation or social security. With $25 the maximum weekly unemployment compensation, such Would Cut Debt The proposed sales tax for New Hampshire apparenlly wlll have "hard a tax would reduce necessities · ot life purchased by unemployed per- sledding" In the General Court as far es the Portbmouth delegation is con- , sons, Caxton said. cerned. The tax would be borne by many Four of the 10 members are defi- ·, "unable to pay it," Carter declared, citing a2,000 unemployed In New nilely opposed Lo the measure, scheduled for public hearing In Hampshire. Harry Carlson, chairman of the Concord today. Sullivan county Democratic comTwo others see It as a possible mittee, took the opportunity to ham- , "last resort" tax measure and anmer away at the administration's other two want to see it "thrashed alleged "buck-passing, · favoritism out" before making up their minds. and waste." • • • He declared the Legislature had CONCORD, April 19 (AP)-Gov. THE FOUlt OPPONENTS are failed to "come to grips with clean- Representatives John Leary, EdSherman Adams today prepared his Ing up the state-and now they want ; ward Ingraham, Sam Alessi and Lise tax program for presentation to the a soak-the-poor tax." Legislature. LaBelle Payette. "Last resorters" are Mod Chandler, Manchester de- Representatives Harry H. Foote and He talked this morning with the partment store proprietor, said that . Charles T. Durell, and those with In terim legislntlve commission which Massachusetts Tax Commissioner the "wait and see" attitude are Mrs. made a two yea r study of the state's Henry F. Lang favors a New Hamptax problems. Mary C. Dondero and John F. Yeashire sales tax. This nfternoon he will meet with , ton. The two remaining members, "I can't think of any one who legislative leaders to map out the would like it better,'' Chandler ex- , Rae S. Laraba and Carlos 0. Hobbs administration's revenue plans. claimed. could not be reached for comment. Revenue measures already suggesCommittee chairman Lane DwinThe representatives expressed ted to help offset the state's estl-1 nell repeatedly had to rap for order themselves as follows: mated $1,000,000 a year deficit are: as applause followed the speakers' Leary-"I'm definitely against bhe Slate lottery - KiJJed by the ! remarks during the hearing. sales tax." House; estimated revenue as high as Arthur J. Connor, president of Ingraham-"! don't like the sales : $2,000,000 a year. the state AFL, appeared to oppooe tax Idea and will vote against It. LEGAUZED BETTING on dog the bill. I feel our merchants stand to lose Frank Allen, a Conway storekeep- 1 too much by it." races-Killed by the House. I Retail sales tax, at 1%-Now beer, warned that a sales tax would Payette-"! don't favor a sales damage recreational business.' He tax because as The Portsmouth Herald for e House ways and means commitsaid the answer to the state's fin- said the other uight it'll take away tee; estimated revenue $3,600,000 buio with exemption of food and medianclal problems was to curtail business from our merchants." cine, as suggested by Adams, yield spending. · Alessl-"I'm against the tax." ·1 Charles Eastman, mn.ster of the , Durell-"That and the income tax·· would be $1,350,000 less. Net Income tax, at 1 %-Now bestate Oraage, claiming 34,000 mem- would be among the last taxes I'd bers, said he opposed the sales tax vote for. But the money for all these fore the House ways and means 1 "even If fertilizer and grain are 11 appropriations has to come from committee; estimated revenue $1,· 200,000. exempt."_______ lsomewhere." Gross Income tax, at different · . Foote-"! don't think much of a 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - sales tax but It may be the last ' rates on merchants, mauufacture.. s: and individuals-Declared unconsti1 resort. I know I'm going to vote by the state Supreme court. -r I for some tax measure before I leave tutional A "head" or additional poll taxI:> Concord because some taxes must Still in the talking stage. ~1:~;_?,vlded to meet these appropria- ' CONCORD, April 8 (AP)-Labor retail merchants and "the little man'' teamed up yesterday to combat a proposed sales tax, heart of the administration's "one-pack• age" fiscal program. . And Democratic party officials seized the opportunity to whack away at the Republicans' alleged failure to "clean up" the state ·adminlstratlon and economize state aperatlons. More than 400 persons filled Representatives hall during a hearing by the House ways and means committee to air opposition to the controversial measure. Vigorous opposition was expected by legislative leadens, however, !or · , even Gov. Sherman Ada.ms has admitted that food and medicine would have to be exempt from the 1 % levy If.It 1s to have any chance at all for passage. Prof, Dayton McKean of Dartmouth college, chairman of the Democratic state committee, charged , that the, sales tax would be "regressive", drive retail business out of the state and would be extremely difficult to -administer. • • • McKEAN CLAIMED that "experi- ence shows" a sales tax drive out "from 6 to 20% of retail business,'' especially In "border" towns. People In neighboring states, such as Vermont, would also be discouraged from buying in New Hampshire. Merchants handling "large, bulky products" would feel the effects of a sales tax the most, McKean contended. , Edward Holbrook of Keene, who claimed . his business Is one of the larges& · wholesale grocery flrIIU! 111 New England, charged tha-t a sales tax at this time "would continue to add to the high cost of living.'" I He claimed that 10 states have already repealed sales taxes,' because of unsatisfactory results. He said Vermont, New York and New Jersey were among them. Harold Winer, representing the mercantile committee of !Jhe Clare,mont Ohamber of Commerce said ,sales taxes would "vlrtuall\Y break . 1 up 'the states," with each state bent 'on its own Interests, ·· . .4• Local Delegates Cooll To Sales TdX Plan *-------------- Ne·w Tax Program IBeing Planned ,,,, H By Adams, Aides I . .. I i Leg1s • Iat1ve • Haze ' rt. Delays Tax Bills. , City Manager Edward C. Peterson reported today that he has granted the local board of assessors and Tax Collector J. Wanen Some11by an "indefinite extension" to prepare 1949 tax bills. The bills originally were scheduled to be mailed oµt today, but Peterson said the tax list cannot be completed until the city determines whet!her the State Leglslatllll'e plans to continue slashing municipal aippropriations. Peterson said the city may have to raise additional taxes if it Is deprived of state aid In various departments. Dondero-"I'm going to wait and see." • • • YEATON-"! want to hear the thing thrashed out before I commit myself. I do know that we've got to raise money. They keep voting appropriations for this, that and tl'le other thing, so money has to be found somewh ere ." Meanwhile, three local business men-George R. Chick , Howard A. Campbell and Richman S. Margeson -planned to attend today's hearing and voice opposition to the sales tax proposal. The trio Is representing the Chamber of Commerce and its retail board. �:s~ate Property Tax Urged ·As Cure for Financial Ills; $2,000,000 Seen Raised 1/ '/ CONCORD, April 7 <AP)-The ha rried Hou.se ways end mean& committee had another contro[ versial tax proposal under advJ..,ment today. Former State Tax Commissioner George H. Duncan of Jaffrey yesterday led support before e. committee hearing for relmposltlon o! · state property taxes, He elnln1crl thn,t n. 111.ntc property tnx should be relmpo.sed to raise about $2,000,000 In revenue to help omct an expccled $3,000,000 cterlclt. A net Income tnx i;l1ould be imposed to make up the dlr!erence, he suggested, New Hamp.shire abolished a .<;!;ate ,p roperty tax In 1939 when It levied a tobacco tax. • • • DUNCAN SAIi) CI,All\1S at the time that local tax rates would go down If tihe state tax were abollShed have proven "abortive." "The point 1s that abolition of the state tax has not served to reduce local taxes, albeit they may have been lower than If the state tax existed," he said. "Of l,he several proposals before this legislature for additional tax · revenue, every one but this will entall nn expansion o( state personnel," Duncan claimed. "To derive $2,000,000 from a state (property) ta would Increase the loral rate of each city and town by $30 per $1 ,000," he said. 1 Such a tax would also tend to promote economy ln kgl~lntlve expenditures and would permJt greater flexibili ty In the state's financial structure, Duncan contended. • • • !New Hampshire ~ Spends $l~O,OO~ :For Promotion U\. ) County Must Raise $405·' 720 in Tax~: 1 The detailed county budget was finally made public today by the county commissioners and calls for $405,720 to be raisi:d by tax levy on Portsmouth and the county's towns. Orlginallr the budg,et prepared by the county•comml~sloner~ provided that $391,241 be raised by taxation but two major Items have alnce been added to the appropriations. CONCORD. April 5 ( AP)-TI1e 1 state Pl:uming and Development commission spent $150,000 durln~ J the pMt two y!'nrs to promote the1 vncatlon business in New Hampshire. Of that amount $59,484 was for the summer vaca tion campaign. People who responded to the advertising, anct th ose who came to New Hampshire with tlwm during the summer spent $3,625,000 in t!lll.s state, the commission reported. I . .. In Its biennial r eport toda y said that 90 °~ o! New Hnmp~hlrc's vacation market is In the New En glnnd states and New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. During the pa~t two years, 167 n ew indus tries w~re established In New Hampshire, the commission sa Id . They manufacture 49 different products, operate In 85 commun!ties and have an annual payroll of $8,472,000. Four add itional firms, expected to employ 1,300 people with a comblned payroll of $3,120.000, have locntrct In New Hampshire and soon will be In operntlon, the commission said. ·Superior ~ourt , April Term Opens In Portsmouth 1tj,' 11 • The largest of the two new items Is an $8,000 provision for Installation of a sprinkler system at the county Infirmary building, Brentwood. Another $7,000 was added to the appropriation, for board and care of children, bringing it to a $55,000 total. · However, the commissioners slashed $3,400 from an appropriation for a photostat machine to be used In the records building. Exeter. 'l'IIE COl\tl\llS 10 The April term of Superior court opened today in Portsmouth. I A grand jury panel was sworn 1n ' by Clerk Arthur J. Call and, after being charged by presiding Justice John H. Leahy, .Immediately began study o! more than 30 criminal cases. • • • THEY ASICED for $9,000 to cover the purchase of the machine but thlsls , figure was reduced to $5,600. A o cut were the commlss1oners expense accounts from $3,000 to $2,500 and the Rockingham county extension service from $13,538 to $12,548. Meanwhile, Portsmouth taxpayers will probably face a county tax burden of approximately $125,000 this yenr In meeting the Increased costs. Last year the county tax wns $114,000 but Increased valuations on propert,y and the larger budget ls expected to hike Portsmouth's share of this year's county tax bill. Dondero in Fra1 \.' ''\ -Against Taxes a·s Grand Jury Set ~ to Adams Maps Plan To Convene Here Two of the grand jurymen were excused from service because of their connection with pollce activities. Two Portsmouth women, Mrs. Laura M. Sumner and Mrs. Mary P. Mitchener are serving on the grand Jury. I The petlt Jurors for the April term Include Herbert Pope, Cornelh.is J. 1 Lucy, W11Jiam Hand, Leon W. Ashe, Ira A. Brown, Charles A. Romeo, Harold Larson, Frank Plummer, Thomas F. Meehan, and Edward Ingraham, all of Portsmouth. II • • • { ''1\IEMDERS OF TIIE Legislature, confront<'d with the ncces~lt.y or goIng to the people with n direct In- 1 crease In taxes, become cautious ln 1 approving doubtful projects," the CONCORD, April 22 (AP)-Rep. veteran tax expert explained. Mary C. Dondero, former DemThe committee Is considering two ocratic mayor of Portsmouth, prebills, one to reimpose the tax on & diets the Legislature will not enact permanent basis and nnoLh!'r on & 1111y "extrnordtnnry" tnx!'s thl11 year. temporary, two-year bast.,. Aud If It docs, she claimed, "It The administration, seeking paswould be acting directly contrary sage of a nomination retail sales tax to the . expressed wlJI of the people." and net Income tax, both at 1%, Gov. Shennan Adams L~ preparing opposes r')vival of the 11t11te property a tax progrem for presentation to tnx. •the Lcgfalnture to off-~Pt nn expectMore than a dozen pen:ons, Inert $4,000.0(IO-a-yrar denc1t. : cluding three members of the state Mrs. Dand~ro was joined by an-' tax commission, appeared to oppos11 other woman member of the Genthe two bills. era! Court In oppootng new tRxes. Sen. Marye Walsh CRron, Man• • • chestrr Democrat, explained "th e I COl\11\tISSTON CTI AT R 1\1 AN Judge John R. Spring of NMhua people In my dl.~trlct have mnde It said 1! the Legislature reimposed the quite clear to me thnt they ju~t property ta11, It would be violating simply will not stand for unnecesa "moral obligation." He Mid the sary taxes in these days of declining General Court promised not to re- payrolls." The governor this week declared vive the property tax a., long as that the state govemment mhiht be the tobacco tnx was being used. Spring also claimed the proposed "dismembered" If new taxes are not forthcoming. levy would be putting "an addlLlonal burden on those who a.re now payIng the taxes." WALTER 0. PENNELL, Leonard I M. Philbrook and Frederick P. Lund- berg, all of Exeter; Alden J. Syphers of Greenland, William P. White of Hampton, Edmund Tarbell of New Castle, Henry Labranche of Newmarket, James A. Tyson of North A grand jury session ls scheduled Hampton, Herman O. Rand of Rye, Tuesday for the apenlng day of the Harold W. Hewlett, Elliot Brown of April term of Superior court In Epping and Alfred Bealrsto of PorL~mouth . Stratham. Also listed for first day activities The Rockingham County Bar asIs a luncheon for the Rockingham sociation was to meet at 12:30 at a county Ear association at the Hotel luncheon at the Hotel Rockingham. Rockingham and In the afternoon I the clerk will call the court entries Deputy She1iffs on court duty tomade since October. day included, William H. Walker of April J4 has been set as natural- , Deerfield, Everett E. Judkins of EpJzatlon day and April 18 there will ping, Floyd I. Gale of Hampton and be arraignment of criminal cases Charles B. Osgood of Exeter. with jury trial set for Monday, April 25. I I I - - - - - -- �State Proposes Widening .- r • •• - , Wooclbury A venue Corner i't ~Joi'-•t"i ~ ~ i,/ ~: . "1 I • • $404,720 Budget, • • A plan providing for the widening of both Woodbury avenue and the Interstate bypass at their Intersection "probably" wlll be put In effect by the state highway department as a solution to the traffic problem at the 1 Junction. fY\lf ~ . Approved for Coutl~-Y I A 1949 appropnation lotalin~ $404,720--lo be raberl by taxes-tor Rockingham county government has been approved by the 45-man delegation to the General Court, it was learned today. ~ However, the county commissionHighway Commissioner Frederic:.' er~ report that a detailed ·'breakE. Everett said there is "st!II a small down" of the budget is not a vallable 1 possibility" that Woodbury avenue •·as yet." · w!ll be tunneled under the bypass but the "chances are" the widening i 1The commis~ioners explain . that I the delegation's "final" drafL of the scheme wi11 be adopted. Everett explained that to widen , ; 1949 appropriations is still in the the two roads, It w!ll be necessary hands of Rep. Mary C. Dondero of CONCORD, June 4 (AP)-Leglslative fiscal agent Remick H. Laighlon I for the departmen~ to buy land east ' Portsmouth, the county convention of Portsmouth has revealed some of the major changes which have resultclerk. ff the Intersection. ed In a $900,000 slash In the $33,400,000 recommendati011s made by Gov. • • • Very little of the land on the Shetmcm Adams five months ogo. "IIN'l'II, WE Gl-~'l' the figures !rom west, belonging to Howard Johnson, her, we don't even know how to pro\ w!ll be affected, the commissioner The· proposed $3,390,000 for · ceed with our planning for the year," said. each of the next two years for the one commbsloner ~aid. • • • education department has been THE WIDTH of the center strip slashed to an even $3,000 000 by the But it was learned that the $404,in the bypass will be increased to Senate and House money commit720 budget is approximately $13,000 70 feet, according to Everett, thus tees. This includes the cutting of more than the conunlssloners' oripermitting vehicles an easy turn In- state aid !or schools from $1,800,000 ginal csLi111nl.e placed \Jcfore Lhc \ to Woodbury avenue . to $1,550,000 a year. county convention last Ma1;ch. A large part of the increase ls an The present "timed" traffic lights The budget bills are to be printed $8,000 ltem for a sprinkler system ln at the Intersection w!II be removed , over the weekend and made availthe infirmary at the county farm, and replaced by "self-actuating" 1 able to the lawmakers Tuesday Brentwood. And another $1,000 Is lights, he said. , morning for hearings that day. If A star-studded array or political accounted for in an appropriation Automobiles moving along Wood- present plans go through they may figures are scheduled to attend the for the reforesta tlon p1ogn11n. bury avenue will actuate the lights 1 be presented to the House of Repre- New En~land Young Republican Meanw;1i!e, due to the fact the when they pass through a photo- sentatives for a final vote Wednes- conference which begins Saturday completed budget has not been electric device and by the time the day. afternoon at the Rockmgham hotel. I • • • given to the county commissioners, car arrives at the Intersection the U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges is listerl Portsmout11 s share of the $404,720 lights will be green for Woodbury ACCORDING TO the "timetable," as the principal speaker at the bantax load is not known. avenue traffic. At all other times, they will be held' by the Senate quet in the hotel ballroom at 6 :30 • • • ' the lights will be green for traffic until new tax bills. are acted. upon, pm when more than 150 Young ReHOWEVER, last year the city using the bypass, he explained. and the House decides what 1t will publicans from all over New England do to handle a $3,000,000 annual paid approxima,tely 32 % of the $364,Everett also reported th at a pro- , deficit which the budget bills mean. are expected to be present. 000 raised by taxes and on that posal to run a spur road from a toll . . same basis the county lax !or PortsNew Hampshire's senior souator road rotary 800 feet west of Howard Liughton said the budget proposal 1 Johnson's to beyond Beane's h!Jl ln calls for an appropriation of $96,400 mouth might reach I.he all time high is to be flanked by U.S. Sen. Charles o! $130,000 this yeru-, or an Increase , Newington Is to go before the gov- a year for the probation depart- W. Tobey, who ha.s already declared o! $16,000 over 1948. ' 1 ernor and council for approval in the mcnt, as lt had requested. This Is his defiance of the "Republican stale City Manager Edward C. Peter• near future. 1 $14,000 more a year than Adams machine" In a bid for reelection in son 's only comment this morning suggested, and provides for several 1950, and U. S. Rep. Chester E. MerThe department is now opposed more robation officers. after he learned the county budget row, a possible opponent for Tobey ' to Joining the proposed spur road to P figures: in 1950. ' Woodbury avenue In t-he vicinity of The state board for inebriates Is "I guess we'll have to do some reSheriff Simes Frlnk's home, the being allowed $30,000 for the first The banquet Is to be followed by vision of that $116,000 we estimated commissioner said. yenr, and $40,000 for the second a reception at 9 pm for Alty. Richwould be ou1· share this )ear." . • • • year of the next biennium, the Jeg- ard F. Cooper of Rochester, the "WE HOPE to take 1t all the way islative agent said. This compares GOP's state chairman. out so we can relieve Woodbury with approximately $19,000 a year • • • avenue entirely of the traffic to which Governor Adams recom- • RECEPTION SPEAKERS are to the White mountains and other In- mended, but which he later said be headed by Ralph E. Becker, naland point.s. should be somewhat Increased. tional Your,g Republican chairman. 1 '•If we come in at Frink's we're • • • Gov. Sherman Adams and U. S. still In the congested area," Everett THE RECREATION departRep. N01-rl\ Cotton are also on the CONCORD, June 4 (AP)-New said. ment is to be put on a flat, self-sus- program. IIa mp.;hire's interes t and dividends At a hearing held in Portsmouth talning basis under the revised budAlso In !Jhe galaxy of polillcnl Lux will ylcltl a record $1,093,644 Lhis several months ago, N. o. Whitford get allowances. This means a slash stars to bl! presented to the Young ) ear, the stale tax commission said of the highway department, said of $75,000 a year for this agency, Republicans are Wesley Powell of today. that the department planned to which takes in about $340,000 a ye_a r Por tsmoutJi, administrative assistbring the two-lane spur road into , In fees from the 21 state parks and The lax yield jumped 18 '; above ant to Bridges, and Philip Dunlap, 1 las t year, the previous high mark . Route 1fi or Woodbury avenue just bathing centers. beyond the congested area. The planning and development state Young Republican chairman. Money received by the state on The conference opens Saturday The proposal was opposed at that j dep~rtment faces a cut of $30,000 a this tax is returned to the cities afternoon with committee meetings time by Mrs. Louis deRochemont Iyea1_, on its own recom~endatlon, and towns where it was collected. as the first order of business. Regisof Newington who urged that the leavmg It $235,000 a yea1. Increased property taxes and intration for the conference is at 1 pm 1department t;ke the spur road out The liquor department is faced and the puollclty and organizations creased dividends account for the almoot as far as the General Sul- with a $20,000 a year sla~h on its record revenue, the commission excommittee will meet at 1 :30. l!van bridge. , recommended $945,000 annul\! bud- I plained . At 2 pm tt,e veterans committee Is get. · , 1 to hold .;. meeting ana tile collrgiute The tax b levied on lhe b:isis ot Leighton said that the weights t Ile local propcrLy tax ra Le. Porlsand measures department was down group meets at 3 o'clock. The final mouth's in crease will be $6,341 for a reduction from five members committee session is on principles boosLlni; the totul to $26,471. on its staff to three and that a $6,- and policies and that rneeLing is expected to conclude immediately be000 a year savings Is schedueld by fore the banquet. abolition of the farming enterprise , Although the banquet and recepat the state soldiers home In Ti!- , ton. _______ . tion are to highlight the two-day 1 conference session, the members are to meet Sunday morning to consider resolutions for Introduction at the national conference In Salt Lake City in June. ....::.=============.!_ L • h N _______ Ch _:====== a1g ton f' otes anges In States udget Slash 8 * ----· - Political 'Stars' Here Saturday,. for GOP Parley· I I I Port City to Get"j~I Tax Return Boost I I I ! l �Courthouse Bill ~ 1.l.o 7 Spurned, 19-13, In County Vote~\!• Portsmouth lawyers apparently , triumphed today in their fight against a proposal that would move the April term of Portsmouth Superior court to Exeter when the county delegation voted 19 to 13 against the Scamman bill. The delegation's vote puts an "Inexpedient-to-legislate•• label on the measure as It goes Into the House of Representatives for action next Courthouse Bill Killed in House; ' County Vote Close The proposal to move the April term of Superior court from Portsmouth to Exeter died Its expected natural death today In the House of Representatives when the majority report of "inexpedient to legislate" was adopted on a voice vote. . I Courthouse Bill Due for Repor·t Next Wednesday S300,000 Jump 1 131 In SuperhighWav Rockingham county's 45-man dele~ntlon acLs next Wednesday on a ~ill proJ?<>sing ..removal of the ApuJ Supenor court term to Exeter. A special five-man committee l structed to study the bill l11't n duced b R , roY ep. W. Douglas Scamman of Stratham, ls scheduled to make a report. Bond Requested I The committee's findings have not been made public and . ct· are not However, the Rockingham county •· bIll h mg on the delegati on as a delegation on a special county roll • w ole . in Its decision on whether eQ.JI vote upheld the majority by a the bill should be passed by ti General Court. 1e slim 21 to 17 margin. week. • Portsmouth's nine delegates presHowever, a little hope remains Scamman brought ln the measure ent showed a solid front against the on the grounds of "economy" In for the llit.e of the bill, sponsored by bill with only the absentee, Charles ~i°~nty government, claiming thaL Rep. W. Douglas Sciunman of StratT. Durell, not voting. ham, ln that the 13-man minority s unnecessary for the county to • • • can ask the House to adopt the maintain two courthouses. AN' UNOFFICIAL tally of the' minority view thnt the court term Opposition to his proposal h as should be held in Exeter. voting by the county delegates centered among Portsmouth Jawfollows: A Concord observer said today !ers 'l\'.ho claim that no real savthat the minority report will not get To sustain the "Inexpedient to I mgs will be achieved by closing the legislate" report: much support with even the bill's courthouse. , sponsor stating that he would not Representatives Sam Alessi, Mary sign It. C. Dondero, Lise LaBelle Payette, • • • Harry H. Foote. John H. Yeaton, TUE 10-1\1:AN Portsmouth dPl egaCarlos O. Hobbs, John J. Leary, Rae tlon's solid front against the courtS. Laraba and Edward J. Ingrnham, house change proved a determining all of Portsmouth. factor In the defeat of the bill at ~!so Representatives Margaret A. 1 CONCORD, June 18 (AP)-Counthe co\mty convention this morning. Gnffln of Auburn, George J. Heon, If only three. of the Portsmouth of Derry; Thornton N. Week.s, sr., ty taxes to be Imposed upon cities delef(ntlon hnd voted to close the of Greenland, Thom11s H . Root of and towns have Jumped past the courthou~e. the co11vcntion would Hampstead, Ernest R. Underwood $3,000,000 mark for the first time . have been deadlocked. That would of Hampton, Arthur A . Labranche ln eight years In New Hampshire. The 10 county legislative delegahave left the deciding vote with of Newmarket, Robert A . Johnson Chairman Harold W., Corson of of Northwood, Arthur T. Colcord of tions have approved a 5.4 % Increase in tax assessments, from $2,924,917 Derry, who ls believed to have faPlaistow. vored the closing. last year to $3,083,774 this year. And RepresentativPs Walter F. The 1949 total represents a climb 1 Voting to close the courthouse Haigh and Leonard B. Peever, both of 47 % ln the past four years. were Representatives Scamman, oI Salem; Ralph S. True of SanState tax commission appraisers down and William H. Durkee of have made a two-year study of Margery W. Graves of· Brentwood, Seabrook. _property valuations and assessments Ernest R. Underwood of Hampton, Voting to overth:ow the major- in vlrt.uaUy every town and clty. Draper W. Parmenter of Londonity report were: • • • derry, Thomas F. Blultte of Ray' AS A RESULT, the commlsslcm • • • mond, Ralph s. True of Sandown, RErRESENTAT(VES MARGERY has ordered a broad shifting of Willis J. Evans of South Hampton, W. Graves or Brentwood. Karl J. county taxes from cites to towns in Thoma.s Waterhouse of Windham Persson of Candia, Robut C. Hazel- nine of the 10 counties to help equaland Emory P. Eldredge, Clinton w. ton of Chester, Harry E. Clark and ize the a,pportlonment of the tax Harold W. Corson, bcYth of Deny; base. Elwell, James C. Rathbone and I Emory P. Eldridge, Clinton w. ElNashua, Portsmouth and Berlin Maude B. Richards, all of Exeter. well, James C. Rathbone and Maude are the only cities whose share of • • • B. Richards, all of Exeter; and the county tR.x load will be Increased. Moses H. Sanborn of Fremont. The equalization tax base worked VOTING AGAINST the bill: Representatives Sam Alessi, Mary C. / OLhers: Representatives J . Ed- out by the commission ls 11,Jso the Dondero, Lise LaBelle Payette, Har- wRrd Stevens of Kingston. Dr1tper basls for distribution of state aid ry H. Foote, Charles T. Durell, John W. Pa111llmter or Loudonderry, for cities and towns for schools and H. Ycoton, Carlos 0. Hobbq, John George G. Cartt>r or North H11mp- highways. Under the new fonnula, the cities' J. Leary, Rae S. Laraba and Edward ton, 'J1homas F. BulttLe of Raymond, W. Douglas Scamman of Stratiharn sha'l"Cs of their county'£ taxes wlll J. Ingra.ham, all of Portsmouth. Willis J. Evans of South Hampto~ change as follows: Also, George J. Heon of Derry, I and Thomas· Waterh Concord. 60.7 to 49.4%-. Thomas W. Fecteau of Epping . ouse, Jr., or •, Wmdham. Dover 35.7 to 32.7 %. Thornton N. Weeks of Greenland, , I _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __:_ Keene 42.7 to 10%. Thomas H. Root of Hampstead, ArLaconia 53.2 to 48.3%. thur A. Labranche and F. Albert SeNashua 24.85 to 25.4%. wall, bobh of Newmarket; Leonard B. Port.smouth 31.3 to 32 %. Peever of Salem, William H. Dur- 1 Claremont 50.8 to 47.7 %. kee of Seabrook and Robert A. j Johnson of Northwood. I i County Tox UpJcl~ For Portsmouth CONCORD, July tl (AP)-The state h!g;-iway departmrnt today asked the New Hampshire Leglsla-1 ture for a surprise $300,000 Increase in the $7,ti00,000 bond ls.sue fc,r the 14-mile searoa.st toll l'oad. 'I'he request, contained ln a bill flied by the House rules committee came as a distinct surprise to most lawmakers, who had been given tihe I impression In the past year that tlhe superhighway would be constructed within the amou'ht of the largest highway bond ever Issued by the state. The Portsmouth-Seabrook road now about one-third flnlshed, w~ autihorlzed oy the 1947 Legislature. • • • THE EXTRA $300,000 bond would be fim1.nced from tolls, like the $7,500,000 fund, over a period of 40 years. Commissioner Frederic E. Everett gave two principal reasons for the new money request. He said his department did not figure, ln its original plans, for mak- · Ing a complete connection between t~e toll road and the General Sul- I livan bridge leading to Dover. There is now considerable sentiment for such a link, he explained. The original plans also did not Include major costs for eliminating a grade crossing at Woodbury avenue ln Portsmouth, Everett asserted. The bill was lmmedlately referred to the House appropriations committee for a public hearing. • • • ON THE HOUSE floor thls morn- ing a blll to establish ,;tate-controlled Insurance funds for victims of hunting accidents was kllled without comment. Rep. Gardner C. Turner of Keene majority floor leader, presided a; 1 acting speaker or the House. He is one of several represents, tives expected to seek the speakership In the 1951 session. / In the Senate approval was given a bill already passed by the House I that would u,p New Hampshire's highway speed llmlts. The bill specifies · the following llm!ts: · Twenty mlles per hour when passing a school during recess or whlle chlldren are entering or leaving school, Twenty-five rnlles hour· in anybusiness or urban residence district. Fifty miles per hour ln other localities. · Pre.sent top limit ~ 45 mlles per hour. The upper chamber killed a resolution to allow the planning and development commission to continue a study of the economic ms of New Hampshire's small towns. The program called for $5,000 to carry lt through another two years. It was Intended to discover means of averting further economic I decline of ftmall communltlea. I an �Fi~hermen · Oppose I Sen and Shore -s t-'?>t) Coastal Warden Bill Fisheries Proposal Health Deportment WiH Shut Office in :lt..7..1\ Exeter Tomorrow ,I • '\"Wr?-~ . A bill proposing the creation of a sea and shore fisheries commission to regulate s,alt water fishing is in the hands of the House fish and game committee today for consideration and recommendation to the state · Legislature. . The committee took the b111 under advisement yesterday afternoon •~~oncluding a continued public hearing at the State house, Concord. Passes F.1rst Test The eastern district office of the A bill proposing the creation of Sea and Shore Fisheries commis- New Hampshire Department of sion was reported into the House Health on Water street, Exeter, will close tomorrow after almost yesterday with the recommendation, 10 years of operation. "ought to pas& with amendment." The office was opened in August, , ·_J. Intended to take supervision of 1939, by Dr. John S. Wheeler, now commercial and game sea fishin g E;oponents of the bill largely restate health officer, as a. center for peated the arguments they brought RECORDED IN OPPOSITION completely away from the control of ' the control of contagious diseases, a up at theithearing weekbJe ago, urg- were Hall; Columbus Marconi, Earl the state's fish and game depart- . repository for biological supplies and ing that receive afavorai recomClough, Eugene Marconi, Charles ment, the commission would cost ) a health records office. mendations because: M. Perkins, William H. Perkins, an estimated $25,000 annually. • • • (1) Commerc4tl fishing in New James Hai!!"h, Robert A. Noble, all However, the commission bill's MISS HELEN IIINMAN, nutrition Hampshire will die unless conserva- of Portsmouth ; James Dempsey supporters contend that licenses and / consultant for the health departUon is practised. and Frank Caswell , both of Rye ; other sources of revenue would re- ·ment, has been using the office for (2) It is not fair to ask recreation Ernes·t Trottier of Newmarket; John duce the state's share In the cost to her headquarters. Her offic~ wlll be sportsmen to support commercial C. Sweetser of New Castle, Myles $12,000. moved to Concord, Miss Flora Woj·conservation measures. Watson of Newington, and about , • • • cicki, senior clerk stenographer in · .(3) Better conservation• can be 50 0th ers. · IN ITS ORIGINAL draft, the bill charge of the Exeter office, said to- I I practised by men who know salt thSeveral of th e speakers expressed provide'ci for a three-man commis- dQ. -water fishing and Its problems I f eliview th at al th ough th ey had no sion. The commissioners must be Miss Wojcicki will begin work 1 0th 0 Tuesday in a s.lmllar capacity at ~) Oppon~nts of the bill-man~ of b~~ nfh~~e t~:Y e er on the I residents of Rockin gham county. them commercial lobstermen n ra~ s a e should ~~ke I The commission would be author- the Portsmouth health center. Supplies and records now in Exe:!lshPJ'men-had an opportunit a d g ts.of_cllam flats, thus perm1ttmg ' !zed to hire coastal wardens and , ,. ., , . y yes- commerc1a as well as amateur clam t bJ I 1 · 1terday to express their views on th diggl ·ti1 . 111 es a s 1 regulations concernmg ter are being moved to the Portsfmeasure which propases a coast ~- s t nfd• wfl . c_ei ta areas to be fisheries within keeping of th e pro- mouth center in an effort to coopera e as e 01 p1opagation purposes. visions of the a t . ate _w ith the ~~•s health program. warden , system to insure enforceTucker conclued the testimony c· ment, of sea fisheries regulations. with the statement that he had petl• •Oppanents of the measure a,p- tions signed by several hundred lp&.ren~ly believe it to be aimed in- persons in the seacoast area asking dJreotly at "short lob.stermg." They that the bill be reported favorably, attac~ed it as: and which he would furnish the (1) An invasion of the rigihts of committee. !local government to set and en' force regulations. The north end of Wallis Sands tion comm1ss1on for development as , " (2) A great expense to the state· Beach ma7 soon · become a .state a state park. to pay for the upkeep of a sea and Because of limited funds, the dipark. ·shore fisheries commission, separate Already the state forestry and rector said, the commission's emand distinct from the present fish recreation commission is :supervis- ploye, University of New Hampshire and game commission. ing and maintaining the 800-foot footb aller, Wllliam Haubrich, will (3) An International and interstrip of sand, known to 1·esldents in not serve as lifeguard. state matter and so ·is more than Haubrich will have a certain the area as the •'Portsmouth beach." New Hampshire alone can solve. utilizing $1,000 appropriated for aurnunt of emergency equipment An obviously weary committee admaintenance ol the beach, the com- availa•ble, according to Tobey, but Portsmouth's unit of the New journed the session after nearly twomission now has one employe work- his primary job is to keep the beach Hampshire Na tional Guardl-951 th and-one ha.If hours of testimony · ing to keep it cleaned of broken bot- clean. coast artillery battery, armed with and debaite, to take the matter unHe will work under the immediate tles and trash. six-inch guns-ls scheduled for conder advisement. In addition to the Russely B. Tobey, director of supervision of Benja,~ n L. Orcutt version to a field artillery battery. 26 . pages of the bill as originally recreation for the commission, said of Rye, Tobey said , who Is acting Brig. Gen. Charles F . Bowen , addrawn, the 21-man group received a today that In add.ltlon to his main- as ~he recreation comrnii,.sion's agent jutant general, said today that the substanti1Ll n1,1mbeT of amendments, , tenance duties the employe will keep in . matters at Wallis Sands. battery will be a h eadquarters uni t, which when pasted together formed •rder along the beach. under a new directive issued by the a strip fully two yards long. OR-CUTT SAID th at. an emer• • • chief of the National Guard bureau . • • • TOBEY EXPLAINED that the genc_v telephone is being installed at The new order affects not only VICE-CHAIRMAN Harvey H. .each actually ls under the control the beach for Ha ubrich's u.se and the Portsmouth unit but all the batConverse of Pittsburg commented of the state highway department. that he has available a first aid teries under the 237th coast artillery to newsmen that he doubted The highway department came into kit and a torpedo life buoy. whether the committee would be battalion. Be.sides assisting t he recre11tion possession of the land at the time . ready to make its report following it built U. S. IA, at the urging of commission , Orcutt was named yesTHE CHANGEOVER ~ as required i an- executive session scheduled for the late John Pender of Portsmouth. terday to th e New Hamp.,hire Shore under an army policy· which elimi' Thursday morning, but lndica.tlons However, the governor and coun- and Beach Preservation commission nates harbor defe•nse uni ts from the 1 were that the bill would be reported cil, Tobey said, are planning to to -fill the unexpired term o! the National Guard troop basis, the favorably shortly thereafter. tum the beach over to the recrea- late Shirley S. Philbrick of Rye. Chief , spokesmen for the ad- general said. Headquarters of the new battalion vocates of the measure was James · will be in Portsmouth, he added. W,, Tucker of Hampton·, representing the New Hampshire Legal Lob- , Other units to be organized in th e ster association, witJh the opposition I future include a firing battery at , spearheaded by Marshall Hall of ) Somersworth and a service ba ttery · 1_West Epping, Who stated that he I at Exeter. The battalion is scheduled for w-a,,s appearing solely as · an individ- 1 summer maneuvers at Camp Edua1. wards, Mass., instead of Fort Han, I!)-clUded among those voicing apcock, N. J ., as previously planned, pr?va.l of the bill were Henry Magoun of Manchester, representing the General Bowen concluded. Federaten Sport.<,men's club.s; Rep. Ernest R. Underwood, Hampton 1 Republican who sponsored the blll and Arthur J. Jobin of Manchester: I representing the United Sportsmen's ! clubs. . : , , I I t ;1 I State May Take Over ;J.,_,~·r A Part of Wallis Sands ; I Con·st Artillery j (, To Be Converted s To Field Unit Basis ... . I . .. I I �I ax Defeat Keeps State's Purse in Chaos Where Do We Go From Here, Boys? CONCORD, June 24 (AP) 1 · Id th in a sin~~r. move ai°~ :ensur: vote on e income a · means the budget will have to be reca JI ed · d t I now resting The bn ge s w1·th bhe senat~ which was awaiting House passage of a revenue measurr. before okaying the budget with its $6 ,000 ,000 deficit. The Senate couM now amend the budget and send ii back to the House, or the lower body, by a two-thirds vot.e, could request its return for reconsideration. If the senate amends the budget it will have to go back to the House anyway. Burying the Income tax meRsure, on the heels of a. crushing defeat >Jf the sales tax bll\. leaves the admtntstrntlon with no furt,h<'r "brond-fa!:ecl'' meLhocl of solving the sta.te'a financial possibility It can be reconsidered later. The Portsmouth delegation followed strictly party lines In a 6 to 4 vote against the mea·e. sul The six Democrats, Reps. Sam i, Mary C. Dondero, Lise Alles LaBelle Payette, Carlos 0 . Hobbs, John Leary and Edward J . Ingra ham, were unofficially recorded in opposition. Favoring the measure were Republican Reps. Charles T. Du1·ell, Harry H. Foote, John H. Yeaton and Rae S. Laraba. Democrats Laurence M . Piekett of Keene and George W. Angus of Claremont, who opposrd the measure, both asked the House a.Her the vote to table it ~o It could be reconsidered at 11 111 \rr clntr nft!'r the budgrt Is given another sc·rrc,1i11g. House Speaker Richard F. Upton Join• " 1~ "Where do we go f rom I1ere ? . the question facing the New Hampshire Legislature. Defeat of the administration's Income tax measure yesterday, second blow within as many weeks, leaves the whole prob Iem of state finances up in the air. From a mass of comment and opinion, only one thing seems sure-the House-passed $34 ,500,ooo budget is slated for a thorough going-over. But whether the House or the Senn.te will tn.ke first crack at slashings to eliminate at lea st some of the $6,000,000 deflcil, remRln..~ . 11 nother 11ndcclclcd questlon todRy. Meanwhile, t.11e Income I.ax measure, which would normally be considered c\E'IHI after yC'slrrday's adverne 17R to 161 vote. i11 actually only "tabled" with the 1 Bill Proposinif~ Manager Bill )\, s Hearing Delayed Manager Ouster \ ·n House I 0 in: o~at b~~~:~fin~ Passes l A referendum seeking the abollshment of city mRnngersh!p In Portsmouth and a return to the old councll-m!\yor form of gov- ! ernment almost certainly will be on the Nov. 2 ballot. The New Ha.mpshire House of R!'presentallvc!I torlny passed !\ bill sponsored by Rep. SRm Alessi of Portsmouth. Alessl's bill provides ' for a rcfe1endum, in which Ir a majority of the voters balloting mark a "yes," city managership will be thrown out and the councilmayor government restored. ... FOOTE SAIi) he bnsC'd his O]l· iposltlon to the rcfcrrndmn on the senllment of Port.<:moalh citizens at a pubilc hearin~ on the proposal. Foote said that of the 400 people who attended the hearing, only t\\'O spoke In favor of the abolishment of city mn.nagershlp and 10 voiced their ~upport for the rouncll-mnn- I ager govemment cslnbllshed about 15 months Rgo. Foote snid he found that five times as mRny people were recorded against tho Alessi bill at the public hearing ns were listed In Its favor. Foote nc!ded that he didn't file a minority report because the Ports-I mouth delegation volC'd 8 to 2 for the Alri;sl bill "nnd a minority .report would hnve been fuLlle." I 7; ~e:e~::~= dum on the city manager plan in Portsmouth w!\S continued today to next Tuesdny upon the urging of f\ Portsmouth legislator. RPp. Harry H . Foote, Ward 2 Republlcn.n, WRS the only person , at the originally scheduled hearing t,his morning Rnd comp!Rined that it was not advertised . He urged a · later meeting. The Senn.le judiciary committee complied and set next Tuesday Rfter the regular morning 11ession. Poole voled ap;ninsl the Sam Alessi-sponsored bill when It came before the House last week. ThPre was no record of the HotL,e' vote todav. The only Portsmouth legislators recorded again.<:t Alessi's mea.,ure were Hnrry H. Foote and John H . Yeaton, lolh Ward 2 represrntattves. 133 roblems according to Cha.ir~an Lan'e Dwinell of the House n means committee. ' ways a d stunning defeat of the GOP tt lb t revenue measures Is a r u a 1 t 1 t I pa.rt to a demand b e a eas n , by 'constituents for greater econ- omy. As one Republican legislator expressed it, the voters won't stand for further taxes until they are sure the state is being run on an emclent basis. The Story-Cote contracts case, he :;aid, Is a major factor In keeping that attitude alive. l The fa.ct that Gov. Sherman Adams personally sin.shed the original budget by some $2,000,000 apparently does not satisfy the dema.nd for economy. Mrs. Dond!ro Hit~~I Democra~s Work Manager 'Politics' On Amendments ' In Nashua' ,Debate I TO Manager e·111_ ~.Ur 'l 1 Delegates Spurn Manager Vote 1·1 :5 t..- ~~ . \ l \ NASHUA, MR.y 17 (APl-A bill to provide a referendum on the \ city manager-council form of gov-\ ernment will bear an "Inexpedient 1 to legis!R.te" tag when it comes to t.111• Ho11sr of Reprrsenlatlve11 floor In Concord. probn.bly tomorrow. At an executive 11ession or the legisl11 Uve delegation hPre last evening the ndverse report was accorded overwhelming support. Backers of the plan are expected to file a minority report substitution "ought to pass" for "Inexpedient to legislate." • • • A IIEAlll NG on a slmilnr bill attracted 150 persons to the high The Portsmouth delegation to the I General Court Is scheduled to meet Despite her previous denial that she would play a scheduled part in ' Tuesday afternoon in Concord for the proceedings, City Councilman ' further consideration of amend- !1 ments to the city manager referenMary C. Dondero was one of the dum bill. mo.st outspoken foes of city manA special delegation committee is ager government In Nnshua last to report on proposed changes to night at a "debate" staged by statethe old "weak mayor-strong counwide opposition forces. cil" charter that was in effect prior According to Nashua reports, Mrs. to Jan. 1, 1948. ' Dondero concentrated her attack on '111e amended charter, if accepted the Portsmouth situation, branding by the delegation, would go into efIt as "the most political setup I've fect If the anti-city manager forces ever seen" and blnmln~ "misleading sweep the manager plan out in the headlines In The Porlsmoulh Herald" November municipal election. for its adoption here. Although the committee's amend"It's not government for the ments have been prepared in sepeople or by the people," she decrecy, it is believed that they proclared. "There Is no ward represenvide for abolishment of the old tation and the city council holds board of street commissioners anti 'dress rehears11ls' before every reinstatement of the election of meeting." ward councilmen. She criticized the "expense" of • • • the system here and, In that conTHE SPECIAL COMI\IITTEE Is nection, revived her frequent com~ headed by Rep. Mary C. Dondero, plaint about tile city's purchase of a , new car for City Manager Edward 1 outspoken foe of city managership, C. Peterson. 1 and also consists of Representatives Rae S. Laraba., Republican, and Mrs. Dondero was classified ru; Carlos 0. Hobbs, Democrat. one or rive "principal speakers" on The bill proposing a referendum the nntl-city manager platform. on city managership was originally Others 1'.sted were Rep. Laurence Introduced Into the House by Rep. F. Pickett of Keene, Atty. Thomas Sam Alessi, Ward 1 Democrat. J. Leonard of Nashua, Patrick HerAlessi's bill originally provided for shey or I•'ranklln and Atty. Arthur a return to the old mayor-council I Green of North Conway, Two pro -city manager members I administration but since the public I' of the Dover city council, Ambrose . hearing on hls bill, Mrs. Dondero's Breen and Howard Mitchell, were 1 Democi'at-controlled committee has • the only speakers on the other side i 1been preparing amendments to the or "debate.'' t measure. ~ 1-chool auditorium In Laconia last night. Advocates of the cl\y managercouncil plan considerably out num- The latter, however, roundly at- 1 bered the opposition. tncked the proposal, terming it "en- ! (PleMe turn to page three) tlrely unwarranted" and "lnexpedi- - - - ent." Under the bltt, a referendum would be conducted on the first Tuesday in October. ' i I ~ ;t '1 . "i ' J ' ., 1 ., ,, . l I ' . ; • • • said today, "There'll be no resemblance between the bill coming out of the delegation and the one on which we held the public hearing." He said he expected the amended bill to be reported Into the House as "ought-to-pass" with the delegation voting on "strictly party lines.'' Democrats control the delegation by a 6 to 4 margin. 0 E DELEGATE ' �Only Dondero House Decisionc, ·Manager Bill . Seen Next Week On Manager Bill · A General Court bill proposing a referendum on Portsmouth's city manager form o! government awaits House action next week. Approved by the city's delegation , during this week's session, the Alessi bill was tabled for printing and will become an item of business at the "call of the chair." The Alessi bill, which merely call. ed for the reinstatement of the antiquated city charter in effect prior to Jan. 1, 1948 when brought up at a local public hearlng several months ago, is now amended to include a complete statement of the old charter. ! 1 ' I • • • serted into the Alessi bill because "what was fair for the city manager boys to get the system in, should be fair for its opponents to get it out." The amended bill further provides t.ihat if the majority of all the voters approve abolishment of the city manager oha1-ter at tile Nov. 8, 1949 election, another election will be held on Dec. 13, 1949 under the mayorcouncil charter. The Alessi bill does not call for anything different from the system under whiah the city operated for many years prior to city managership. It provides for a mayor and nine councilmen, the mayor to be elected wt large and five of the councilmen •t o be ward councilmen, the remaining four to be councilmen-at-large. • • • A THREE-MA.V board of appraisers also would be elected by the voters. However, the Alessi bill may be subjeot to amendment when it comes up for House cc-n.sideration. . A bill providing for a referendum on Portsmouth city manager system of government moved a step nearer General Court action today when the city's delegation reported It as "ought to pass with amendments." However, an Immediate vote by the House was delayed by a motion to the "lay the bill on the table until printed." Rep, Harry H. Foote said that the bill received an eight to two endorsement from the delegation, with only himself and Rep. John H. Yeaton dissenting. BUI,LE'l'JN --<: v state highway department to float an additional $300,000 bond iss ue to defray the costs of separating the lnter,tate by-pass and Woodbury avenue in Portsmouth. CONCORD, ,July 19 (AP)-The New Hampshire Senate gave final approval today to a bill which calls for a referendum next November in Portsmouth on the city manager form of government. Starting the 29Lh week of its 1949 session, the House killed two other bills. One would have allowed a $500 annual fund for <'Jnployment of haruor masters at Hampton, Rye and Little Harbors. The other would have given Dover a $2,500 annual subsidy !or operation of Bellamy park, control of which Dover had Just agreed to assume. It has been under state control for many years. • mittee a,ked by what majority Lhe system was adopted and Rep. Harry H. Foote replied that more than half of Lhe 7,000 persons voling favored the change, 2,200 opposed and 1,400 failed to vote . M.s. Dondero then claimed that the "language" of the referendum • • • i Mrs. Dondero took exception to that remark although no names were mentioned by Boynton, and argued that she was not a professional politician. I • • been taken care of In state financial statistics pertaining to the new biennial budget bills. ~efore the morning business session brief memorial services were held for the 13 members o! the House who have died during the current term. Rep. Austin H. Reed CR-Goffstown), an Episcopal clergyman, was in charge. Tribute was also paid the memory of fo1mer Rep. Lenne C. Twombley of Hill, for the past several terms House sergeant-at-arms and doorkeeper. • • • A i\IEl\lBErt of the SenaLe com- l'tIAYOR CECIL l\f. NEAL was Reinhart immediately offered to "step down" but took the occasion the chief backer of the measure to observe that Mrs. Dondero, too, and he was followed by Repre1 h ad a personal interest, in that l sentatives Foote and Rae S. Laraba, •·she is a member of the city coun- City Manager Edward C. Peterson cil." and Commissioner Frederic E. • • • Everett. COUNTY S01.TCITOR Wyman I Highway Commissioner Everett P. Boynton told the committee that I said todR(Y that when the Legisla"judging" from the number of ture stamps it approval on proponents of bhe bill when a public the bond issue, work on the project hearing was held in Portsmouth, of passing Woodbw·y avenue over the only persons favoring It are Llle Interstate by-pass will get un- 1 "professional poliLicians." , derway. THE HOUSE passed, and sent to i the Senate, a bill to pay off $273,223 deficiency In state departments and Institutions for the fiscal year ending June 30 of this year. It was pointed out the action was routine, the costs having already amount" of money spent to get the ' manager system adopted by the people and claimed that "even Mr. Harlford <.J. D. Harlford, publisher of the Herald) ciocs not Hpprove of City Manager Edward C. Peterson." She react from Herald eciitorials In support of lin cn11Lenlion that I Hartford h ad "Lurncct on Lhe systern." A hearing on a bill to abolish Por tsmouth's city manager system was continued until today by a State Senate committee after IL lhitened yesterday to !om witnesses question was obscure and people opposing the referendum and only could not understand it. ' The hearing was adjourned until one favoring it. today. Previous to Lhe city manager sesThe city's outstanding opponent or city managership, Rep. Mary sion, a hearing was held on the C. Dondero, "tangled" before the highway depa1'tment's request for Senate committee in verbal jousts an additional $300,000 bond issue wilh mana gership adherents. to help finance the separation of the grade crossing at Woodbt11·y Mrs. Dondero questioned the avenue and the InteTsLate by-pass. "propriety" of Sen. Arlhur J. RelnNo opposition speakers appeared h arL, who doubl es in brass as city to challenge t he hi ghway departsolicitor serving on Lhe Senate comment's petition and four Portsmittee because "he has a personal mouth persons spoke in its favor. t interest in the matter." • • • Senate Approves Referendum On 1 Port City -Manager '} • \..) CONCORD, July 13 (AP)The New llanw,hirc House or Re1>resentatives without debate today passed a bill allowing the FOOTE SAID that he and Yeaton voted against the referendum measure because they "did not know what the amendments are." He explained that at his insis• • • tence the delegation voted to table IT ASKS the simple question: the so-called Alessi bill until it could "Shall the counc!l-manager form be printed and read by members of o! government be abolished and the the delegation. mayor-council charter reinstated?·" "A few members of the delegation The question will be on the bot- may know what the amendments are tom o! the municipal election ballot , about but I certainly do not and I in November. I! the majority o! the I won't support the blll until I do voters ballotlng In the election mark · know," Foote concluded. a "Yes," then the city on Jan. 1, 1950 w!ll go back to its street commission-councilmayor form of government. () ( The "majority-of-all-the-voters" clause is identical to the "joker" 1 used when the voters threw out the old system ln 1947. ONE DELEGATE said it was in- For Referendum \ed~~~~::;i~~~u~1~-8~~~1~~~0t~~i~.~!~t • t M Agains anager Moves Nearer 3 L'l.\ To House Action Her denial prompted George R. Chick, anoU1er opponent of the Alessi referendum bill, to ask if she was not paid for her services when she held the elecLive office of mayor. Manager Bi'II 'J\,I'}. Hearing Slated A Senate h earing on the proposed eferemlum on Portsmouth city manager:,hip was scheduled for today in Concord. However, Senate majority leader Arthur J. Reinhart of Portsmouth r eported Lhat his committee would Chick continued, •·rn fJct, Mrs. hear any persons appearing today Dondero, arnn't you being paid right and then continue the hearing until now as a member of the Legislature?" . · tomorrow, shortly afLer 11 am, for 1 further discussion of the Alessi bill. · · '11hcforme1 111ayor contended thal I has •·nothing to do wilh iL" and swept into a wholesale indictment of the manager system, claiming thuL nothing has 9een accomplbhed that could not 11ave been done by a mayor -council system. BOYNTON OBSERVED, "At least the budget was ready in Febrnary so that the city drriartment.~ are spc11cil11g now what they know they will have and not guessing what they mig-ht get, the way it used to be when the budget went through in July or August." 1 �Woodbury Avenue ,Bypass Hearing Set for Friday Governor Offers Own Solution To Woodbury Avenue Crossing 1 Gov. Sherman Adam.s and his executive council have agreed to a public hearing on the controversial Woodbury avenue-Interstate highway bypass junction and have set the date !or Friday morning at 10 :30 in city hall. In addition, the chief executive and his council have scheduled a hearing on the proposed relocation of U. S. H!ghwaq 4 by the construction of a spur road parallel to Woodbury avenue. The executive council's decision to hold a public hearing is the result ot protests from the Portsmouth city council over the state highway department's intention to keep the traffic congestion intersection at level grade. • • • MORE TIIAN 60 Portsmouth resi- Gov. lerman P. Adams today offered his own IormuJa for solving the tra!!lc problem at the Woodbury avenue-Inters tate highway intersection by proposing possible construction of a "clover leaf" crossing on the New Hampsh ire Seacoast toll road. The "clover leaf" wouJd be built near Howard Johnson's restauran t where the state highway department now plans to construct a rotary. Governor Adams made the pro posal at a hearing at the Community Center on the controversial by1 pass junction and proposed relocation of U. S. Highway 4 by the construction of a spur road parallel to Woodbury avenue. . • • • THE HEARi 'G was conducted by Adams and his executive council. It was originally scheduled to be held dents appeared at a "public hearat city hall but was adjourned to ing" April 11 to urge the constructhe Community Center when aption of an underpass at the interproximately 100 persons overcrowdsection . ed the city council chambers. However they were told by HighUnder the governor's, plan-which way Commissioner Frederic E. he emphasized was an idea he conEverett that the meeting was being ceived this morning after inspecting held eo the highway department the proposed toll road-Woodbury could tell Portsmouth residents avenue would be blocked off a the "what it is going to do." Interstate highway intersection. j At its next meeting the city counThe only entrance t o Portsmouth cil passed a resolution demanding from Woodbury avenue would - be that the state separate the grade th rot ah Boyd l'Oad which would bP crossing and that Governor Adams connected with the "clover leaf." and his council hold a public hearResiden ts of upper Woodbury aveing. • nue traveling into town would circle RIGHT ABOUT HERE-Gov. Sherman Adams points to the spot on a The resolution made three speclflc bhe "clover leaf" and then use Boyd city map where his plan for a. "clover leaf" traffic circle would be located requests: road . on the Woodbury avenue-Interstate bypass junction. City Manager Edward (1) That the Woodbury avenue Adams :,aid he would place his C. Peterson, left, and Mayor Cecil M. Neal, right, look on. (Port1mouth Hergrade crossing be separated. proposal in the hands of state high- ald photo) (2) That Commissioner Everett be way department engineers for study avenue-Interstate highway intersec- · He said that when the Interstate instructed to restudy the costs of imand recommendation. tlon would not eliminate the traf- bypass was constructed 10 years proving the intersection • • • fic problem. ago the Woodbury cro561ng was in(3) That the Legislat~e in crease "IT WOULD totally eliminate Adams said he didn't think the tended only as a "temporary setup." the ~7,500,000 toll road bond Issue to most of the dif!icul ty you have Woodbury avenue problem would be "But 10 years h ve gone by and provide necessary funds for improvhere," Adams maintained. He said solved "entirely" by construction of the state hasn't done a thing to iming the intersection. the plan was based on first-hand gested. prove the situation out there," Smith • • • study of lrafflc on rsun~ton street, The governor said construction of declared. ORIGINALLY the Friday hearing , 'oo-:llf.lry avenue, oyd road and a grade separation at the intersecOthers speaking in favor of a was intended Ior discussion of the p ·ans for the spur r ad prior t.o to- tion would take "a h alf mlllion dol- grade separatl0n included State proposed spur road parallel to day 's hearing. lars out of the state treasury." He Rep. Rae S. Laraba, Mrs. Elizabeth Woodbury avenue, But Adams' plan did not meet the said this would mean abandonment Armitage, State Rep, Carl0s 0. The highway department's plans , call for the spur road to run from a I approval of at least one member of of several miles of road repairs else- Hobbs Morris C. Foye of 99 Btoad the city government. where in the state. street,' Mayor Cecil M. Neal, Countraffic circle BOO feet south of the . cilmen John Leary and Mary C. Woodbury · avenue - Interstate byCouncilman William J. Linchey HOWEVER, Councilman Richman Dondero. pass intersection to a point beyond explained that the same proposal • • • Bean's hill, Newington, where it will / J was discussed during a recent con- S. Margeson, who explained he was AT THE REQUEST of Counciljoin with the present Portsmouth to ference between the council and speaking for the council, insisted Dover road. ' state highway department officials that the state separate the Wood- man Llnchey, the governor said he 1 and that it was abandoned after bury avenue crossing. and the councll will hold a nlght State Highway Commissioner f The governor was the 1only mem- hearing on the Woodbury avenu~ ber of the state executive body who question to enable "working people !u~~e:~~:~!~ed "it would 1 voiced an interest in the prooeed- to attend. But no date was set. No opposition was voiced on the "Besides it won't eliminate the lngs Members of his council sat traffic situation at Woodbury ave- sile~tly by as he conducted the state highway department's plan for hearing. a spur road parallel to Woodbury nue," Linchey insisted. avenue. "Let's look at it anyway," the govFormer Street Supt. Davld R. The matter was discussed by severnor suggested. Sm1th presented a pet.dtion from l OO era!, however, including Atty, Jeremy • • ADAMS SAID · the project "prob- Woodbury avenue area residents re- R. Waldron, who represented the ably" could be financed through a queitlng a grade separation. Smlth town o! Newington, Mr. and Mrs. federal urban program now avail- emphasized that his neighbors in Louis deRochemont and Mrs. Ira that area want Woodbury avenue Coleman. able. He added that the money placed "on top" if an underpass 1s Waldron called for "adequate" might be available "reasonably constructed. protection for automobiles entering soon!' • • • I or crossing the spur road from GosThe governor offered his formula SMITH SAID he felt that it ~ Ung and Fox Point roads. after hearing about a dozen Wood- "more important" to separate t he When no actual protests were bury avenue area residents com- crossing than to cOTuSider how traffic registered, Governor Adams said he plain t hat present highwicy departshould be directed Jnto Portsmouth. thought the "general reaction" to ment plans to widen the Woodbury the spur road plans was favorable. I I ::t:~ .. . I • I 135' �Council to Stud ~emedy For lntersectio Hazard A plan to alleviate the traffic hazard at the Woodbury avenue and ~ar tlett street intersection will be submitted to the Portsmouth city council at a regular meeting tomorrow night. Authored by City Manager Edward C. Peterson, the proposed new ordinance would create one-way traffic from Cottage to Bartlett streets on Woodbury avenue and from Thornton street to the lower end of Woodbury avenue on Bartlett street. • Peterson proposes that traffic leaving the city be routed through Bartlett and Thornton streets and then onto Woodbury avenue. Motorists entering the city would use Woodb UTy avenue and the lower end of Bartlett street. But traffic into the city would not be allowed on Thornton street and the upper end of Bartlett street. Peterson described the intersection as a "darn bad corner." "We're pushing a lot of traffic through that bottleneck and it's dangerous," Peterson a<lded. The council also will receive a request for additional funds fo r the annual audit now being conducted by the Peisch, Angell and Company of Norwich, Vt. • • • THE AUDITING FIRM Is seek- Highway Official Says Funds Limit Bypass Proiect ~ A final solution to the tramc congestion problem at the junction of Woodbury a venue and the Interstate bypass "depends entirely on finances ." That eiq>lanation was made today by Highway Commissioner Frederi~ :S:. Everett, wh(l said that he personally favored the construction of an underpass e.t the con troversial intersection. "I've been instructed by the governor and councll to figure the cost of moving Howard Johnson's restaurant and the construction of an underpass," Everett said. "You see, there are a number of factors at work there. First, we've got to find out what it'll cost to build the spur road out to the General Sullivan .bridge and then we've got to work in the underpass costs and I don't think we'll have money enough,'' he said. Ing an additional $200 to cover work on delinquent poll taxes. The f!I·m originally agreed to handle the poll tax work for 600 with the understanding that 4,000 bills were to be drawn up. But since then, Peterson explained, the company has worked on 9,000 tax bills and has spent $924 on the project. Even if the $200 additional request is granted the I • • • firm will lose $124 on the work, ' EVERETT AID there was no Peterson said. question in his mind U1at an underMeanwhile, Peterson said he ls pass should be built but, '"it's where awaiting publication of the audit the money is wm1ng from that's which he plans to Incorporate with troubling me." a report to Portsmouth citizens. The highway commissioner told 1 the governor and council yesterday that contractors will be ready in three weeks to start moving earth for the construction of a. traffic circle 800 feet south of Howard Johnson's a.s part of the toll r oad. The intersection was the subject of a public hearing before the govA second public hearing before the ernor and council April 22 in the Community Center. governor and council on the controThat hearing followed an appearversial Woodbury avenue-Interstate ance in Portsmouth of Commissionhighway Intersection is "still a possier Everett and members of his staff. bility." At that time, Portsmouth residents Highway Commissioner Frederic were told that the crossing would be E. Everett said today that he had a kept at "level grade" with self-aclong conference yester day with Gov. tuating traffic lights Instead of the Sherman Adams and his council on present type. possible solutions to the traffic However, the city council asked problem at the junction. the governor and council to hold "As I understand it now," Everett a hearing on the matter so that said, the governor and council a.re Portsmouth persons would have an going to think the matter over and opportunity to protest the highway let me know what they decide to do. department's proposal. "I assume that if they decide to separate the two roads, either by overpassing or underpasslng Woodbury a.venue, there won't be any need for a hearing," he said. Second He~1~g On Highway Seen New By-Pass Plan j'tS Proposed by City An alternate proposal for the solution of the traffic control problem at the Woodbury avenue-In terstate by-pass intersection is under consideration by the governor and council and the. state highway department. City Manager Edward c. Peterson said today that a plan to ~xtend Bartl tt street, passing it under the four-lane by-pass :i,nd entering Woodbury avenu~ in the vicinity of Myrtle aven ue was suggested yesterday to Gov. herman Adams and his council. "However, It should be undertood that thi i merely an alternative plan. The people of Portsmouth really want a grade separati on at \Voodbury avenue," Peterson said, "and that's what we're trying to get." Peterson said the highway department claims that it will cost $200,000 to buy out the Howard Johnson restaurant, plus the cost of constructing the originally proposed underpass. Peter on said tha t he and Mayor Cecil I. ea! decided to place th e Bartlett street plan before the go vernor as an alternative to the Woodbury avenue underpa . "The use of Bartlett s,reet would clear all 1ocmf traffic across the by-pass and yet leave Woodbury avenue as a mghway to those who want to use it. ''If Portsmouth Is f orced to accep t this plan because of the h igh co t of cparating Woodbury avenue and the by-pass," P eterson continued. "then I would sogge t that the state install long delay traffic lights at Woodbury avenue to discourage l \3b • • • "FURTHER," he added, "it would leave the restaurant in operation with easy access and at the same time clear traffic in and out of Portsmouth without crossing the by-pass at the same level." Peterson emphasized that the Bartlett street plan was "only an alternative." "We want a grade separation at Woodbury avenue. The people demonstrated that at two different public hearings here In Portsmouth," he said. "But only the other day, a man from the highway depar tment came down here again to sell me the idea of keeping the Woodbury avenue by-pass intersection a 'level grade' crossing," Peterson said. "I TOLD HIM- that if the state proceeded to widen that intersection without separating the road~, I would recommend to the city council that it bring an injunction against the state until we get the improvement the city wants." Peterson said that after the Bartlett street plan had been explained to the governor and council yesterday, the highway department was instructed to prepare cost estimates and to report back. "If they find that the plan is feasible, there will probably be a public hearing here on it," he said. use of that treet as a through way." The manager said that much of the Bartlett street extension could be !aid out on city-owned land. It would affect only two private homes in the vicinity of Myrtle a.venue, he said. He explained that to underp.a.ss Bartlett street, the proposal provides for r aising the grade of the Interstate by-pa seven feet so the underpass could be more easily constructed. Peterson said the state's proposal ' to buy out the Howard Johnson r estaura nt is "injurious" to the cit¥. The restaurant pays annual real est~te taxes based on a $30,000 valuation, he added. 1 "We don't want to lose anything that brings revenue into the city,, he said. ' To further his contention that the Bart!ett street proposal might be an "acce~table compromise," Peterson expla.med that the state already owns land along Bartlett street on th,7 in town side of the bypass . . The actual land condemnation in this alternative proposal will not be as costly as the $200,000 the highway department claims will have to be spent on Howard Johnson's. Officials Discuss By-Pass Problem -· '\ . City Manager Edward C. Peten;on and Mayor Cecil M. Neal today were scheduled to confer with Gov. Sherman Adams in Concord on possible solution of the Woodbury avenueInterstate highway traffic problem. "Developments apparently have bogged down and we're going to headquarters to find out what's being done to improve the crossing,'' Peterson explained. Peterson said he an d Neal also would inquire whether Governor Ada.ms and his executive council still plan to hold another public hearing in Portsmouth on the controversial by-pas, issue. Council Delay5.r~tS' Underpass Debate CONCORD, June lfj (AP)-M. Harrison Duffy of Concord has been appointed to replace Basil D. French, also of Concord, on the State Board o! Conciliation and Arbitration. Both are leaders of .state labor organizations. The appointment was made at the yesterday afternoon session of Gov. , Sherman Adams and the executive oouncll, ~ohn J . Murphy, deputy city marshal of Dover, was reappointed to a. three-year term on the New Hampshire Police Retirement board. Discussion relative to an underpass on the express highway at Portsmouth Is to be carried over to the next council session. I �Governor to Sigrl I Bill Eliminating ·By-Pass Hazard. ~\, 'L~ Portsmouth ls "virtually assured" that the Woodbury avenue and the Interstate by-pass intersection will br separated. Rep. Rae S. Laraba reported from Concord today that Gov. Sherman Adams l.s expected to ~ign the Legislature-approved $300,000 supplementary bond Issue 'llll "sometime today." Laraba explained that the governor's signature on the blll "guarantees" that the Intersection will be remodeled and thRt a spur road , running from the proposed ro tary just south or Howard Johnson's to beyond Bean's hill, Newington, will be constructed. • • • T II E GOVERNOR sUpulated, however. that only as much or the $300,000 authorized as necessatiy to complete the projects will be spent. , According to Laraba, the present Investigation by the attorney general Into the activities of Daniel Dickinson, suspended chief engineer of the highway department, "'will have no bearing on the proposed underpassing of Woodbury o.renue at the by-pass Intersection." , Meanwhile, construction crews today were moving the Joseph Cohen house from the southwest side of the Interstate by-pass to Its new site on the opposite side of the four-lane road. Removal of the house was made necessary by the construction of a rotary traffic circle at Its former location. The moving operation started early this morning and w11s I expected to be completed by midafternoon. Traffic continued to pound the J heavily used by-pass but was de. toured through Woodbury avenue and Boyd road. Portsmouth police officers were handling the detour. I ! l • • • the Slate Senate approved the $300,000 bond ls.~ue despite determined oppo.~ltlon which was led by Sen. Robert P. Bingham ot Manchester. Bingham crltlcl1.cd the prices pnld tor land 011 the 300-foot, 15-mlle right of way by the highway department. He claimed that the a.vernge cost per a.ere was $1,000 and the department did no\ need 1hc exti·a '30D,000 because it "actually has a $1,000,000 I clearance." r Highway Commissioner Frederick E. Everett had previously told the Legislature that he was not certain the $300.000 would be needed but It was necessary as a "just In case measure." YE TERDAY ��This book is a preservation photocopy. It is made in compliance with copyright law and produced on ncid-Cree archival 60# book weight paper which meetJ the requlrementJ of ANSl/NISO Z39.48-l992 (permanence of paper) Preservation photocopying and blndlng by Acme Bookblndina Charlestown, MaaachU19ttt w 1999 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbooks Subject The topic of the resource Portsmouth (N.H.) Scrapbooks World War II World War I Description An account of the resource Between 1918 and 1949 staff members of the Portsmouth Public Library clipped articles from The Portsmouth Herald and other newspapers and glued them into 42 scrapbooks. The articles they selected for these scrapbooks covered such world changing events as WWI and WWII, as well as local concerns, such as news of an upcoming garden tour, a new movie by Louis DeRochemont, layoffs at the Navy Yard, or the election of the first city manager in Portsmouth. In short, these scrapbooks provide us with a fascinating (if somewhat subjective) view of life in Portsmouth — and the world beyond — before 1950. <br /><br />To make the scrapbooks easier to use, a <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/items/show/4252" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">master index</a> was compiled in 1997, utilizing each separate scrapbook index. The subject entry listed refers you to a scrapbook by volume number and year. You must consult the index included in each separate scrapbook to locate the page number for a particular article. Because subject headings varied somewhat, from scrapbook to scrapbook, there has been some attempt to standardize the subject terms used. In addition, "see" and "see also" entries have been added to the master index.<br /><br />Due to the heavy use this collection has received over the years, and to the fragile nature of newspapers, the scrapbooks have shown signs of deterioration. Fortunately, grants received from The Thaxter Foundation in 1998-1999 permitted the library to have preservation photocopies made of this valuable collection. -Sarah Hartwell, Special Collections Librarian, February 1999<br /><br />To view a complete scrapbook, click the PDF name below the image. Click on the book's image on the next page. The scrapbooks in this collection are fully searchable. Once the PDF is open, click Control+F (or Command+F on a Mac) to open the search feature. 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Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1949 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context i11079897 https://portsmouthexhibits.org/files/original/474e15c79633af3749f512682f2604dd.PDF 5f9960ec67b3c31f91d8b6c5e8ac6051 PDF Text Text �PORTSMOUTH SCRAPBOOK 1948/49 V.39 ALLEN , E. WILLIAM ANANIA, EDWARD ANDREWS , CHARLESH . ATHENAEUM ATOM WORK ATWELL, RALPH BARTLETT STREET EXTENSION BATCHELDER , CHARLES H. BATICK, MARGARETE. BEATON , CHARLES L. BEDELL, DANIEL F. BETTON , WILLIAM BISSETT, ANDREW BOSS , KEITH A. BOSTON & MAINE RAILROAD BOVARD, MRS. DOROTHY 8 . BRACKETT, NANCY BRIGHTMAN , JOAN BRITISH NAVY BROWN , FREDERICK BUCKLEY , GEORGE L. CARROLL, JOHN J. CLARK, BRADLEY M. COMIC BOOKS COPELAND , EUGENE CRESS , ADELBERT CROMPTON , BOB CULBERSON , JAMES M. I 22 22 58 30 100 22 2 23 44, 61 , 62, 63 23 97 23 45, 56 23 2 24 24 24 93-95 126 124 56 25 17, 20 97 97 25 25 DALLA MURA, BART M., JR. DEROCHEMONT, LOUIS DIVING HELMETS DONDERO, EDWARD F. DONDERO , EILEEN DRELLER , LOUIS DUNN . ROBERT 126 26 114 124 26 ERICKSON , MR. AND MRS . HENRY EWEN , EDWARD C. 27 27 FITZGERALD , LOUIS H. FOSS, HAROLD FRISBEE, J.N. 27 27 70 GOLDSMITH , KENNARD E. GRAY, F.A. GRIM , WILLIAM 8 . 28 28 28 HAMEL, WILLIAM H. 28 -- - - - - - - - - ~ - ~ - - 60 25 �· - - - - - - - - HARDY, JOSPEH L. , JR. HARRINGTON, WILLIAM F. HARTFORD.CHESTER HEALY. PAT HOUSE, GUY E. HOWARD, GEORGE A. HUNT, HOWARD 29 30 29 29 29 30 28 JASPER, RUGUST G. JONES, WILLIAMS . JORDAYN, FRANKLIN E. 68 30 30 LADD, SAMUEL LEVITT, JOSEPH LINCHEY, EDWARD J. LITTLEFIELD , ELMER LIUM , ROLF LONG , DENIS F. 31 30 125 31 30 54 MALLETT, ELIZABETH MARGESON , ROBERT CL YOE MCCANN , PAUL MCCARTHY, HENRY F. MCCOOEY, JAMES E. MCDONALD, MRS. PAUL MCDONOUGH, PAUL A. MCDONOUGH , RICHARD MCWATERS, C.E. MESSERSMITH , MURL MIEURE, RAYMONDO MOORE, BELL MOORE, HENRY S, MORIN, LAURENT M. MORRISON , HUGH H. MORSE, HAROLD A. 34 33 68 30 32 31 33 33 31 34 32 124 123 33 34 122 NAVAL NAVAL NAVAL NAVAL NAVAL 41 -129 127 47-50 120-121, 128 42, 52, 56, 58, 59-60, 62,63, 92 48-129 86, 97, 114 86, 87, 89, 90, 91 , 92, 99, 102, 104-115, 123 87 89, 116-117, 118, 128, 129 BASE BASE-SANTA CLAUS DISCIPLINARY BARRACKS HOSPITAL RESERVE NAVAL SHIPYARD NAVY YARD WORKERS-AWARDS NAVY YARD-LAYOFFS NAVY YARD-SUBMARINE CONSTRUCTION NAVY-PRISONERS PACE, DOROTHY PARSHLEY, FRED PAUL, CLIFTON PITTS, GEORGE S. PORTSMOUTH-STREET DEPARTMENT PORTSMOUTH HOSPITAL 34 97 73 127 2 30 �PORTSMOUTH-BUILDING CODE PORTSMOUTH-CITY CLERK PORTSMOUTH-CITY PHYSICIAN PORTSMOUTH-FIRE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH-POLICE DEPT. PORTSMOUTH-SCHOOLS PORTSMOUTH-VITAL STATISTICS PORTSMOUTH-WATER DEPT. PRESTON , JOHN, JR. 2 2, 3 3 3-8 3, 9-14 15-27 2, 3 2 35 RANDALL, FRANK W . REGAN , J. LOUISE REGAN, JOHN E. RICHARDS , M.O. RICHMOND, CONSTANCE N. ROBINSON , EDWARD G. ROUNER , ARTHUR A. RUGG, WILLIS N. 35 35 36 35 35 35 36 37 SEAWARD, ARTHUR W. SIMES , THOMAS H. SMART, ROBERT C. SMART, THURSTON A. SMITH, EVERTH . STACY, HOWARD E. STAPLES, WALTER C. STICKLES, ABRAM V. SUBMARINES SUBMARINES-SNORKEL TYPE 125 38 37 119 37 124 39 124 48-75, 103 119 TAXES TEACHERS TEMPLE ISRAEL TILTON , HENRY B. TILTON , WILLIAM F. TRUEMAN.ERNEST 2 19 41 40 39 39 U.S.S. 4 U.S.S. BURRFISH U.S.S. CONSTELLATION U.S.S. FL YING FISH U.S.S. GUDGEON U.S .S. ODAX U.S.S . PICKEREL U.S.S. POMODAM U.S.S. PORTSMOUTH U.S.S . QUILLBACK U.S.S. SAILFISH (SQUALUS) U.S.S. SAIPAN U.S.S. SHAD U.S.S. SPIKEFISH U.S.S . SQUALUS U.S.S. SQUALUS-SOLD AS JUNK U.S.S. TIGRONE U.S.S. TRINGER 75 81 101 61 67 58 88 63 53,69 58,61 56 55-58 46 81 88 51, 56 69, 70 81 �U.S.S. VOLADOR 52, 53, 54, 64, 66, 67, 73 VISUAL EDUCATION FILMS 17, 20, 21 , 22 WARD, MARK E. WARDWELL, WILLIAM L. WHITMAN , ROBERT C. WOOD, J. VERNE WOODBURY, B.C. WOODS, WALTER S. WOOLFSON , ALBERT 124 119 119 40 40 41 41 ZIONIST DISTRICT 30 �- - - - - - - -- - - ~ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -, �·, Coilectori City. Mcinager Gets ·Bids . W~rns ~ . °"' -~, ' ...• · DeadUne Sept 1. .'For Work on New Offices · 1, ' ~~ .Land Taxi!~ · City Manager Edward 0. Peterson Is recelvlng·blds today for· altering and equipping two city hall offices as a new suite for the city manager and his secret~ry, · - ·-.. Mr. Peterson will receive the sealed bids until 11 am Sept. 3 when they wlll be opened and a contract awarded. 'Tax Oolleetoi:. J, Warren Somerby today warned that Sept. 1 Is the deadline for all real estate tax returns. He• ~ged ' that Portsmouth tax payers who haven't already filed with •his office make an effort to do / so,~vithln·the next few days to avoid The former army recruiting office -now located at the postoffice-and ' \ a last minute rush. Tax , ·c ollector Somerby further the building Inspector and the pubreported -that since City Manager lic health nurse office will be comEdward C. Peterson strongly hinted bined to form the city manager's that delinquent poll tax payers might office. ,find .their, names published 1n news- · Mr. Peterson · and his secretary paper columns several persons have now occupy the former mayor's "squared" their accounts. quarters on the first floor. Ue added that many other Inquiries had beeri received on the deOn the second floor, however, linquent poll taxes .by his office. two offices will be furnished, , At the present time, Portsmouth one for Mr. Peterson and the ls-carrying more than $48,000 on Its · other for his secrtat·y, Cost of poll tax rolls, some of the delinthe project has been estimated quencies ,dating back to 1935. 1 by Mr. Peterson at approx!- • matcly $100 to $150, Mr. Peterson added that specifications may be obtained at his off.ice. ity 'Painting().~~ ater Tanks 1 I Births ·Number,.,,.-: 49 in November Forty-nine new citizens ma·de their appe~rance during Nove?Uber the city clerk's office reported today'. In addition, City Clerk EIieen D 'Foley reported 23 deaths during th~ · same Interval and 36 marriages. , . j Planning Board Drafting.I City's New Building Code A new building code Is being drawn up for Portsmouth under the supervision of th~ city planning boat·d. Unlike the old code, which covered only general constructio_n and plumbing, the new rules will ·regulate general construction, ordinances, c < ,U . Plumbing heating, ventilation and electrical wiring. , ' • ;J \ - J Serving as liaison men between! the planning board and the com- / mittees are Architects Luclei:i Geoffrion and Maurice E. Witmer. l\1r, Witmer said the new c<>de Is expected to be completed before the first of next year. He explained that new methods of construction and modern ma- terlals are being considered by the three committees working on the code. · . D / Progress Seen Toward f•1x1ng • ,{\ \~ R01•1 roa d Sfa1•100 I/' ' "Progress" was reported as the result of a conference between Ports1 mouth officials and Boston & Maine Fred E. Cushman Is chairman Sealed bids also were being rerepresentatives on improvements to A new coat of paint 1s scheduled and Russell E. Bennett secretary of ceived today for the city's 1948-49 the local railroad station. for the Spinney road water tank fuel supply, the committee on general construc· Meeting at the Rockingham hotel. with painters already at work scaltion and ordinances. Andrew Sulliing , and chlpp!ng the 500,000 gallon The requirements are 75 tons van ls chairman and Joseph Best the conferees agreed that any pub1 structure. run-of-the-mine soft coal for the secretary of the division on plumb- licity at this time would be "prema· City Manager Edward C. Peterson Central fire station; 100 tons of ing, heating and ventilating. Joseph ture." The city was represented by Mayor 511'.ld work on the Islington street run-of-the-mine soft coal for city Gamester is chairman and secretary Cecil M. Neal and City Manager standpipe was still held up until hall; and 216 tons of run-of-the- of the electrical di vision. Edward C. Peterson. James B. Smith the contra,ctors signed a bond mine soft coal, seven tons of stove Meetings of the committees are acted for the Chamber of Comguaranteeing their work. · coal and seven tons of nut coal for held every one or two weeks, Mr. merce, Alvin G, Redden fo1• the SeaThe Spinney road tank Is to re- the municipal pumping stations. Witmer said. Other members of th e coast Regional association and Roceive au outside coat while the Isl\ngton street standpipe w!ll be These bids also will be opened advisory board Include Frank E. bert M. Edgar of Boston for the railPaterson, Wlllle E. Furber, Frank road. repainted Inside and out. Sept. 3. Adams, Clement Moulton, Edgar F. Representing local banking Inter' . Wood, Harold Feener, .Kenne th ests were Norman Rand of the Maxam, J. F. Browing, James Piper, Portsmouth Savings bank, William George Womers\ey, Maurice ·J. Walton, New Hampshire National; ~[urphy, Walter Redden, Benjamin . . Gersh Gordon s. Task Morris E. Cut tis Matthews, Plscataqua Sav' d J es T Whltz~an lugs; and George Trefethen, First o ray an 1 am •' · National. A fulltlme building Inspector . _ _ _ _ _ _ _ :Q 1 ~ would be required by the new code ,-g i~ An examination for the appointand industrial and commercial conment o'f a permanent operating en- structlon would • be regulated In A proposal that Bartlett street be gineer in the municipal water deaccordance w!th the zonin~ laws. extended across the Interstate Wgh- partment was announced today by Special attention ls being given to way by construction of an overpass City Manager Edward C. Peterson. heating and plumbing sections and 1 City Clerk Eileen D. Foley Is lookwas dµ,cussed today by City Manager . Duties of the engineer are to fire hazards In the painting regu- Ing forward to a few busy days . Edward c. Peterson and State High- tend and maintain one or more Iatlons. She Is beginning the registration way Commissioner Frederic E. Ever- power-driven pumps used at one of of Portsmouth's 1,200 bicycles · toett.,. · .,, day. the city pumping stations to pump , Last year a near "mob" scene · •Mr: Peterson said the proposal, water from storage tanks. f\lt ... u grew out of the first day rush to submitted by Mr. Everett and his ·The position pays a minimum get 1948's red and white license ~lstant,;, Homer Richardson, dep- salary' of 75. cents an hour !!nd, a plates and the city clerk ls hoping uty" • state highway commissioner, maximum salary of 90 cents an hour there will not be a repetition. would' alleviate a traffic hazard at I for six-day week. Each employe, Mr. Three new trucks are to be bought the l.ntiersection of Woodbury ave- Peterson pointed out, Is entitled to , for the Portsmouth street depart- In order to avoid having a crowd nue arid 'the super' hlgbwicy. - 11 days sick leave and 11 days anof several hundred clamoring ment, City Manager Edward C. youngsters outside her door, Mrs. .., The .,clty manag~•said that traf- 1 nual _leave after a year of :,atisfac- Peterson reported today. Foley Is allowing bike own_ers until 1 fic entering. the auper highway ·from tory service. A heavy duty, three-ton dump Dec. 18 to claim the same number tPillrt.11m,outh would l:ie routed over Mr. Peterson said all applicants truck is to replace an eight-yearfhe overpasa and· ,8'\Ving back onto wlll be given a written test to old truck now in service and three- as last year. the highway on th& · northwestern measure their knowledge of en- quarter ton pickup Is to be bought After that date, the numbers are to be handed out on a first come, aectlon of the roe.d. · gineerlng fundamentals and a In exchange for another 1940 dump first served basis. il\{r, Petmon aald the stai-;, plans physical examination by the city , truck. i;e- !11 the· "talk" ,atage.il and that physician., The written exams will A light pickup truck will take the _ •many- details must be worked out" be held at 9 am Sept. 8 at the city place of a business coupe now used · et ti b 11 council chambers In city hall. bef~&· &ll1 concr e ac OJl can e ,, All applicants must be male and by Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn. ~en,.. · · · •[ between 2\ and 65 years bid. Vet- In addition, the city is asking for 1{& added ihat the.,atate Pr~posal erans· will be given five points, on bids on a business car to be used by the city manager. one of ma.ny auggestio~.-!or, lm- examinations. "They'll all have the city seal on ~$g the Woodbuz:y av_eooe_.a nd j Mr. Peterson added that all aplll;tJler· hig)Jway bottleneck.': , \Pllcatlons must be flleq •at his office ~~e _d~or. pane]s," Mr:....Peterson said. · /!'he conference waa held 1n . the I not later than 10 11,m Sept, 7. '· . ------------ City to Give ·ciais,Confer . I ' ,...., for . Examination •, Extension of lett , ·Street Pump Engineer1)-1 ICity • Clerk . p C1ty to urchase Three New Trucks .,.IJUl,:n.u~fflM.. ..o,a... ' . ~ - ' • Begins Bike Registration �.... ' · Mother Doe,sn'tivKnow Be~~ !S,· :i. ~. : -., Restaurants Cleanin'g •. Up~~ ()?,..\ . . ; There is an old English proverb that says, 11 A child may have too much of his mother's blessings." And so may' it well be in the case of Councilman Mary C. Dondero's rather, ' 1 "Cleanllness ls improving genover-zealous efforts to protect her daughter's job. , Doctor Ori!!ln, who has headed erally In Portsmouth's 55 restauIt is not surprising that her maternal in$tincts should: rants !lhe board or health for the past and eating places." arouse Mrs. Dondero to a defense of this kind. But family So reports Dr. S. Gerard Griffin, 1hi-ee months, said his immediate. interests have no place in the deliberation of municipal ' city physician and chairman or the concern was to get the Portsmouth Public Health center and comfort matters, and it is painfully annoying to see such parental board of health. But the doctor station In operation. modestly refuses full credit for the feeling displayed before the public gaze at a city council . "Oncf' we get the Portsmouth Increased attentl,m to cleanllness. meeting. Health board, the district nurs"The public Is more fussy, and ls Regardless of her protestations to the contrary, Mrs .. demanding an extra something for ing i,eople and the state TB Dondero gave the impression of doing just that Thursday the money It spends on food," he nurse under the same roof, we can better coordinate all the night when she took up the cudgels in behalf of her daugh- explained. health activities," he said. He said that two or three ter, Mrs. Eileen D. Foley, and created the dispute over the The youthful physician, who is also restauranteurs had told him hiring of extra help in the clerk's office. sanitary Inspector, Is hopeful that 1 that they had to clean up and another drive against rats can be It was a simple problem that never should have come improve their places because of staged in Portsmouth in the near ' competition. before the council in the first place, for City Manager Pefuture. terson had full authority-and the responsibility-for One said that during the war "But here again," the doctor said, making the decision. With characteristic qualms, how- anything went and the restaurants we must have cooperation. If one not have to be careful. "Now block Is set as the one to be cleared ever, he chose to take his dirty linen to the council and let did we do," he added. of rodents, all the shopkeepers will \ them hang it out for all to see-avoiding, incidentally, any The doctor reported that 300 food have or the work wlllj repercussions from self-determination. handler.~ have been examined either fall. to cooperate . Once the mess was spilled before them, Mrs. Dondero bl him or by other physicians before No real sanitation problems are could not resist the impulse to apply her personal scrubbing 1:ring licensed by the city. facing the board at the present time, he said the examination according to Doctor Griffin. Howbrush. And that she did, with vigorous abandqn. Instead ls However, limited to a check for contagious ever, he said, the city's antiquated 1, ot cleaning up the situation, however, she made it worse by diseases and Is not Intended as a plumbing and sewerage systems : turning it into a family affair. .(#omplete physical checkup, could stand overhauling. • Mrs. Dondero was well justified in some of her contentions. There are some sound indications to back up her protest, for instance, that the city clerk's office is being "picked on," for it is well known that Mr. Peterson would fire Mrs. Foley on the spot if he had the courage and could ind the grounds to do it. He knows the furor that would arise, however, from any A strong move by Portsmouth firemen to extend the retroactlvlty of uch ill-considered action based merely on his indoctrinted distaste for the Dondero name. Mrs. Foley has es- their proposed wage -Increases from July 1 to last Jan. 1 today was exablished too good a record for efficiency, for one thing, and he Dondero clan has some pretty potent support among I.~,::~ he taxpayers, for another. I posals made at Thursday's 9 So the city manager, just "coasts along," hoping for a council meeting-probably will ·· (\ appier moment when he can take positive action at some be 11p_a!l_l:!!fl?it'~llt~~~--dlssen1lon -• oint in his heretofore negative course of witholding a :~ against the plan to make the .,. , , , eappointment from the clerk. raises retroactive only to July 1, t , . Since certain members of the present administration X I • • ave taken over the city's municipal reiris and imposed ' Meanwhile, a point of confusion . heir will on Mr. Peterson, Mrs. Foley's job has been in jeop- In the wage scales was cleared up , A petition-like' plea. that ··the n dy. Just how untenable her position may get depends a today by City Manager Edward C. troactlvity ' of :• firemen's raises be Peterson, extended was malled to Mayor _Cecil t on Mrs. Dondero. M. Neal and the eight city council Mrs. Foley has proved that she is fully able to speak in He said firemen are entitled to a members today over the slgnature3 er own defense. Her mother's voice doesn't help, $350 raise urtder the ordinance. 0 ( all the 14 permanent Portsmouth New City Physician Finds Firemen Seens-•t Battling For Pay Hike Extension· ::::'.::::~~:.,::.S•~~~ . . I Firemen Appea To City Officia·ls \ ,F . E d d Pay>: or ' en e 5 Births Listed 'Firemen All-Out' . August s\l In ·Pay Appeal 5 ~ urang I Sixty-five births during the month Portsmouth's fire department In enlisting support for their proposal that the he city clerk's office. retroactlvlty of department pay Deaths recorded totaled 22 and 44 raises be extended six months. arrlages were performed in PortsIn clrculatlon was a petition-conouth, according to the monthly talnlng the names of the 14 reguJar firemen and two deputy chiefs eport. and also including a special roster for "taxpayers of Portsmouth." With the etltion, the fireIII carry Pd th men announce ey w their fight for the extension as I far as possible, th A spokesman for fblgroup as many names as poss e wou added to the petition before it ls submitted to the mayor and city 11 co~;cthe ordinance remains unchan ed the men wlll receive pay incre'!se~ retroactive only to July 1 -a half a year ,a raise. They want the complete boost for the year. f August were reported today by went "all out" today it~! , Since the wdge hike wlll be re- flrE:men and two assistant ' ~eputles. troactl ve until July 1 If the ordiThe letter said the men ·"request nance remains unchanged through that the ordinance relating to the its three readings, he wlll receive increase In fire department salaries only $125. be changed to show the retroactive If the raises were made retroac- date as Jan. 1 Instead of July 1." tlve to Jan. 1, the city manager exThe communication claimed plained, then the firemen wouId ' "It was the Intentti of the fl city d , receive $350 for this year. manager In al I0 ~:at~h rsila;; · .;;;;;;;=-- -partment funds eear ,, Increase be for the full Y · · · I t The firemen's action was not ex<\ '. ected to loom until a public hearO g on the pay hikes Sept. 23. 1 ~. b d th Deputy Marshal Frank H. Demar.s The move also was ase on e o! the Portsmouth police depart- xplanatlon that "it was the unaniment was retired from the force ous vote of the city council that effective Sept. 4, It wa., learned he salary Increase be granted, with today stipulation that such Increase O Exe~utlve Councilor Donald o. ould be for six months of1 1948 Matson of Concord• chairman of the only.'1 •· 1 1 ~ollc~ , retlref ent bo~ rd , said th e In their preserit state, the pay epu y s pens on had een approved rdlnances call for raises of $700 a at; m~etl~ of th e ~oa rd Yesterd ay. year for the fire chief, $400 for the 28 epu Y emars th a veteran of first and second deputy chiefs and years llervlce In e Portsmou th' $350 for the 14 permanent men now department anti recently the obllgatory retirement agereached of 7pt , ndln g the letter' to •~the co~cll. · t' .. . r-~ -'-·- - - - - - - - - - ~ I ... D ----:===G de emars rante p 1• R • ICe ettrement· 3 �Five: :·: MinuteS Count locill fir~melli,~ . .~,tr * *: s .,i * * .* . . · * · *. ~ Hold Ti9ht Rein '14ntiqr.iated:-iTrucks:Don't · Slow .Portsmouth . Firemen .· •. , On Woods Blazes Firemen Raise . t. ,· . : ' • • • j • • ~ • (EDITOR'S NOTE: Thia 11 tht •ftr1t ·of three artlcles ·on Porta• . • I ' mouth'1 •ftre department, 1t1' makeup, It• methods and Its men.) . ,· { "; . ., ., \ .. f . : , . _B1 _ER~ST R. TIDYMAN :rfiere-are_, tall, flrem~,'-, ~hort flremen, slender tlremen and roly-poly • $2~000 Aid Fund - flrtime -~ut ·there's only onti_!tl.nd of fireman working for the Portsmouth 11.re depjl.rtmenl · . · ;' ___; He'• the "good 'flreman." The . woodland fire danger con- 1tlnued unabated today throughout New Hampshire and Maine as fire ,. _____________ At Benefit Ball fl•'-~ · 190· thinka the . man who ourht fu , know-71-year-old . ' . The Portsmouh Firemen's Rel!~f assocl.atlon railsed approximately .2,000 a,t !ta &'nnual Thanl<si1jlng ball Wednesday night 1n the Communit y center. Double Draft departments held In check small fires breaking out In the Portsmouth area. In Portsmouth firemen last night quickly knocked out a brush fire on land owned In Isl!ngton street by Reginald Trafton. Today the Kittery department controlled a woods fire off Man■on avenue. Meanwhile a third New England state, · Rhode Island, closed Its wooded areas when Gov. John o. Pastore Issued an order late yesterday almll!ar to the ones already put In effect by the governora of New Hampshire and Mas5achusetts. I,. 'Maine, with 45 fires ln check, ' 11teppe(\ ~ up precautions agall).st a repet1tl~n of last October's disaster. Two hundred thousand acres of woocllan~ and 1,000 l}omes bumecl then, with •15,000,000 losa. :'1'f P~,8.Jt. Oo~mlaaioner A. D, ·N ut• ting called for organization of stu•. dent volunteer fire fighting units In the state's tour colleges. · Many cities, Including Augusta, the state capital, manned eml'rgency committee Inactive since last • fall. Widespread frosts ln Northern , New England .last night eased · the Immediate tension, fire officials • ,.said. l However, they feared the frosts would ha.sten defoliation, Increasing the danger eventually, Ski~ still were sunny and fair weather wa.s forecast tor tomorrow. Rhode Island fire crews contln- , ued wetting dow"n areas burned as much as a week ago. State Fire Warden Eric Jacobson said fire was smouldering 18 Inches deep In woodland humus. Fourteen new tires were reported In Maine yesterdaf. The most serious swept 30 acres of slash at Chesterville, In Franklin county, before It was controlled. Fire Chief Oeorke fl\ cogon, . who ha.a built his SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 8 life i.round the efforts 'of the regu(AP) - The fire department lar.14-man fµ-eflirhtlng crew Mused agreed to act beyond the call of tn t~e two-story,, red brick bulldBetween 700 and 800 peraons at. duty ,today to rescue a flag pole :1.n,, on1•Court atreet. sitter from his draft board probt ended. , But -!the .. problem of .flreme,; The grand march waa led by Gov. lem. really ' isn't . a.a • easy as all thatCharles M. Dale and Mrs. Frederick Milton Van Noland, 22, who there ai&o' t.s .a small matter.of findR. Crompton followed by Mr. Cromphas perched atop a pole for U ing" mep interested' 1.n the 'prospect t on, assistant engineer, and Mrs. days, vows not to come down of swallowing smoke and° . getting unUI he has been there 50. But Daniel McCarthy. their hair ' singed with unfailing today or tomorrow be must City officials attending Included regularity while putting their •very register for the draft. Mayor and Mrs. Cecil M. Neal, City best ; into even that. · Manager and Mrs. Edwa.d C. Peter, Firemen volunteered to take Just ~lain ."Cogan". or "Chief" to son and members of the city coun't he , men ,he has atoun4 ,him, th~ 1 the registration , papers to him, • and the draft •coordinator said • ell and their wives. " Wi?l~.e4 -re_4-;IIYl1d ~ Cfrqm :•~oke) 11re that WO\lld be OK. A half-hour concert wa.s given cl)1e"f~ ult!~m\\~11.: qf_, hla .mim n(!_;y~t , few on .reoorli - a1·-hAwn1 ever , A ticket to the ftttman'■ ball- : before the dance. Willard N. Hersey WM cha!nnan for aale,f111es up with the draft rebeUe~ Jg&l.na~:;ibe ..ntcoiJt,ry regpapers, the firemen said. ' of the committee on arrangements, bne~t&tion of a• flose-kn1t . operaassisted by William Palfrey, Eliot tion: •. :.~ · .:'. • . , , ~ . . staples, John Connors, Carl Alt, The,&Yerare ;Po~mouth, fireular 24-on, 24-off ahifta, living hla kerly, Joseph Hudson, Franklin man J,ecomee a ·m,r.mber .of the d\\tY hours behind the dull facade 4epariment -sometime between of the fire station, and joining In Dav)s, Ernest Weeks, Mr. Crompton, . t)Je are of zt ,and ·30. He 'wJuaUy. · , the healthy spirit of the fire de- Arthur Cox, Alfred Lescard, Clar: ~ flrat ,-: iiervecl \amonr Ports- ' ence Atwell, Walter Hartwell, Robert mou~•• %00 eai'nest~call m'en-.' · partment during thl, period, Murphy, Chief George T. Cogan, His pay will be $2,400 a year and answe.rtnr;l alonr "1th othen, a Leland Davis, George Frit z, Francis hla responsibilities many. ■mall city's frequent need for a Quinn, Daniel McCarthy and ThoTake, for Instance, the vital need mas A. Kelley. la.rge amount of trained protec• that all firemen be excellent driv- \ tlon.,1 · In ·• that _way, Chief Cogan says,. a. ers, mainly because 'of Portsmouth's ,m~n has a chance to dem,;mstrate narrow streets and often-scrambled I both ,hls abUtty and initiative 1f he traffic. population-yet a far ·from unint erhas &, de.sir«, to eventually become a esting one. member of the .regular .force. · And then there 11 one of the The procedure- from there ta · apmoat Important of all Item• pUcat1on , to -Ch1ef ,.' Cogan -and the ,tressed under Chief Cogan's The sometimes give the lmpresctj;y,man~ger for appointment to the 1upenlslon: slon--0ecause fires are r are In the · "Never ro Into a place· that l!ves of the "clvlllan"-t hat they d-:p~rtment, ~Prior sy$tem to lnceP,tlon of ·you can't ret out of." d th! th t the , city· lll\l,nager In Portsth sit In the fire sto no ng o er han mouth, 'a nremari was hired through On the personaJ4ty side, "a fireation d~veloping . eir mastery of •a· Board, of Eng!nee~~tlll tn· man has to cooperate with every- \ whist, rd cribbage, pmochle or crossence!::-bU\ the ,job now .rests solely body," says the venerable chief. wo puzzles. . with Chief. Cogan.- · • · . • · And then there's the problem of Neither the gleaming equip• If -passea the, necessary phy~!c- getting along with co-workers. ment nor the smile on the face al.requ1re'me11-ta, the · applicant · then "You can tell whether a fellow Is of a youngster who's bicycle becomes a flreman, but only on a going to get along dux•l:pg that first has b"ecn repaired · by a benevo•probattonary ·basls for six montha. six months," Cogan said. And "Inlent fireman, however, substanAnd those are hard months. cldentally, he has to.'' . tiate this. ·. During them,'the tyro "smoke• The dllef gave as a reason the The working day of each of the , ee,ter" , will earn bis badge and fact that dissension splits men Into firemen Includes the repair or , helmet by nnde~golng training cliques, wherein t hey conduct a sort clean ing of at least one vital piece 'from all directions. of "cold war" against each other. of equipment, and then there Is Top tuior, on the list, however, Is "They have t o work together," usually an ill-publicized humanlP'~rst Oeputy ; Frederick Crompton, he said "and play together, too, be- tartan task at hand. who baa to bear the brunt teaching cause most of this job Is just Most well known of the latter are new tfu_einen ,just what the depart- waiting.'' the things the . firemen do during ment'.s, u•ab·out. . He pointed out · that a fireman's the Christmas season In repairing He ci'Olll so-with the assistance of lUe Is often monotonous and that broken gifts for needy ch ild ren , , secon Deputy El.l ot H. Btaplea and Intra-departmental upsets wm mean digging Into th eir pockets for "sly" ca_ll ·. Deputy , Willard Hersey..,..by the Ol"!{anlzatlon as a -y.ohole does gifts to Impecunious families or just ' COIJl_!)lnlng steady actual eitperlence not function ef!lclent1y. entertaining a small group of with' t}l.e knowledge absorbec1 . by On a whole, firemen form a youngsters by letting them roam ,mep -W\J.O have 'gon.e before. rather unusual se_g ment of the city's the vast hall of gleaming demons. , Tlie .n~ ma.n .wlll· be ,pulllng reg• (Please tum to l)ilge three) ,/ At any rate, It Is an odd sort of a ~'"'--'--'--'------.....,=""~-----_:_:...:_::.::::..::_=-=.::._!_V job. so odd, In fact, that "when busi- J -.ra 1 I ------- I ex~c- tie ness ls bad business Is good." ' The fut ure may change this, but that's still another story. ' -· �Firemen's Extended Pay Boost Wins Backing at Public Hearing 3 New Alarms ,J Installed ffere -»· ~ Portsmouth firemen-who sent but one lone representative to a public hearing at city hall last night-were comparatively sure today of winning their fight for extension of the retroactivity of their pay raises. Although no fireman spoke on the issue, City Manager Edward C. Peterson told council members he found "certain jusrlficatlon" in the request that the retroactlvity of the proposed wages be moved from July 1 back to Jan. 1. Conducting hearings on pay raise ordinances for the city auditor and street and highway departments as well as the firemen's pay issue, the council then heard the city manager recommend the extension be grant- "I sat down to a. dinner tonight I did n't particularly like. It was a slice of ham. I asked my daughter how m uch t he ham had cost and she said $3.13. In view of the 1>rice of a slice of ham my sympathy is certaiply with the wage earner." Since the session was only a public hearing, the council cannot take action on Mr. Peterson's recommendatlons untll the ordinance comes up for its second readmg. The hearing for the ordinance proposing a $1,000 increase In the city a uditor's salary- a demand made by the newly-appointed audltor Wilfred E. Young-passed without comment. ed. Mr. Peterson Identified the street Further assurance was given by Councilman Thomas H. Simes' re- and highway department ordinance as a proposal that would provide a marks: general 10% salary increase for wor.kers in those two municipal di-I visions. It is set up, h e said, to provide both minimum and maximum wage limits on various positions. Certain positions will not be affected, he expla ined. The question of retroactivlty in these channels was raised b.9 Councllman Mary C. Dondero, who was informed by Mr. Peterson t hat he believes there is enough money in the departments to take care of the raises just to the end of the year. A question of legality was settled by City Solicitor Samuel Levy who said "any salary increase can be made retroactive for any length of time If you have the funds." Mr. Peterson suggested he check th e funds of the two departments before any retroactivity recommendations were made. Three new fire alarm boxesbringing the tota l to 71-have been added to the city's alarm system, Fire Chief George T. Cogan said today. Box 511 Is located on Rogers street near the junior high school and Box 181 Is installed at the intersection of Maplewood and Woodbury a venues. A change has been made at Elwyn Park, Lafayet te road, where Box 81 ls now In place. Box 653, formerl y located a t Wilson and Lafayette road is now on Peverly H111 Road, opposite the John I afolla Ston e P roducts Co. I Local Theaters Found Superior~~ In Fire Caution Por tsmouth's th eaters rank a bove those in other New Ha mpshire cities in fire prevention standards, according t o Chief George T. Cogan. Chief Cogan made this disclosure today following an announcement in Concord by State Fire Marshal Aubrey G. Robinson that virtually every theater in New Hampshlre has been found Jax· in complying with state fire prevention laws. The local fire chief said that Portsmouth was found to be an exception following a. survey of local theaters by Fire Marshal Robinson. Chief Cogan said the state fire official found only two violations of state fire prevention laws among local theaters. He said that Marshal Robinson recommended tha t one theater install a new fire escape and t ha t another construct a. fire exit. Robinson reported that many school houses are potential fire traps and more h azardous than the general public r ealizes. He sa id that a follow-up check Is being made to see If thea.ters are following his recommendations for improvements. The state fire official also ,said he would ask the Legislature to put "teeth" in the state fire marshal law to help enforce fire prevention regulations. He said he would also seek a law to require fire esca pes for buildings of three stories or more. "COGAN'S BABY"-That'1 what they ·call the Portsmouth fire (Portamouth Herald photo) department's new, 1Jant ladder truck. �1 1:'hls PALS-Fire Chief George T. Cogan and the department mascot, "Doc," (Portsmouth Herald photo) In the Middle of a Dream 5 ~ A Bell Goes 'Clang' And Firemen Hustle (EDITOR'S NOTE: This ls the second of three articles on Portsmouth's fire department, its makeup, its methods and its men.) By ERNEST R. TIDYMAN You are snoozing and maybe dreaming of a cold beer, the Tribe's chances of snatching the pennant and ... A big, brass bell goes "clang," the lights flash on and there is less than three minutes to grab needed gear and get going. That's the way it happens in the wee morning hours-or at any time of the night or day-at Portsmouth's Central fire station on Court street--because after an alarm goes off the essential commodity ls pure "speed." How mandatory a prerequisite just plain speed is in battling the consuming scourge of fire isn't overly plain to the ordinary eye. And that makes the way the Portsmouth department is responding to that necessity-day in and day out-a story worth telling. Portsmouth's glistening, spirited department is made up of a combination of regular and call firemen, new and ancient equipment and a 71-year-old smoke-eater named CoganGeorge T., to be precise. It rates equal to any in the state. Physically, the department is a two-story red-brick building in what is developing into an obscure section of Portsmouth. As in all other fire departments, Portsmouth's houses its equipment on an easily accessible main floor. Here also is a repair shop for whatever ls needed-and oftentimes much is. On this floor stand the fabulous bright red monsters-the giants that, when they roll, usually mean a tragedy for someone, but a perverse thrill in the hearts of spectators. Three of the highly-polished machines are 750-galion pumpers, one is an aerial ladder truck (commonly identified as "Cogan's baby"), two i ---===========---, are 500-gallon Pumpers. One is a specially equipped truck for fighting woods fires. A long, sleek ambulance stands at the main door. "I've asked the city for a new pumper and they say I may get it next year, venerable Chief Cogan says. "We certainly need it." ! le But this 1s one of many prob= the fire department faces. Take, for instance, a.s Chief Cogan points out, bhe typically New England streets here. "Terribly na.vrow." And Portsmouth may glory in !ts history, but old wood burns fast. The men who conduct a dally fight to overcome such obstacles number 45 on call and 14 permanent men. doesn't include, incidentally, Chief Cogan or First Deputy Frederick Orompton, Second Deputy El!ot H. Staple.s or Call Deputy Willard Hersey. The regular firemen-au of whom start on a 6 months' probationary basis-get 2,400 a year, the deputies get 2,500 and the chief, $2,800. (Chief Cogan's salary, paren!hetically, now is lower than that of the ordinary uniformed police patrolman despite the efficiency of his department and 48 year's service.) The call men, who are expected to respond to all bell alarms (those pulled at a box, setting off the de-• partment's whistle), receive $200 a rear. Says Chief Cogan: "They are as good a class of firerien, as a place can get." And if it's a general idea that a )i.reman has an easy life, take a bok at the records. In 1944 they answered 284 still 1larms, 27 bells and 32 out-of-city ,alls. In 1945 there were 228 stills, 27 >ell alarms and 27 out-of-city calls. And in 1946 there were 328 stills ii bell alarms and 35 out-of-cit; alls. This, Chief Cogan pointed out )oesn't include hundreds of ambu: ince runs. And if that doesn't sound like work, just imagine walking into say something like a building full of flames and smoke. The regular firemen wprk the uni?rsally popular 24 on, 24 off schedle and are entitled to 15 days vacalon a year. They work in four companies ach with a captain, l!eutenant and !erk. Evidence of this is found in On each shift are eight men, inthe trousers stacked in the tall luding a deputy. Chief Cogan exboots, ready so that a man can fains_ "I'm here most of the time." literally "jump into his pants." During the 24 hours, a fireman Is And then there's the perfect rorking he may be doing one of . ,any things-if not actually fight- working order of all equipment lg a blaze. such as sliding poles, heavy doors and alarm systems giving the impression that nothing will hinder The main one probably ls sleep- these men once an alarm comes in. ing In the clean, comfortable rooms Maybe nothing had better. on the second floor o! the fire As Chief Cogan explained, when station, which also houses a combination meeting room and dance an alarm comes in at night, the lights go on automatically and hall. stay on-for just three minutes. Then there's the shop downstairs, Within that period, the firemen where fu-emen assemble each year must dress, assemble gear and get to , fix toys for needy children, out of the building. make necessary repairs on the deAnd Chief Cogan says that's partment's equipment or perform because "if a fire gets more than small favors for the crowd of a few minutes start, it's a tough youngsters that knows the machinajob to beat It down." tions of the installation far better And the men who must beat the than their parents. fires down know this well. There is even a table for cards They also know that their equipand chairs for lounging and reading. ment must be in tip-top shape to But the fire department's whole match their own individual peratmosphere seems tuned to wait- formances. ing. If past performances are any Just waiting. ir?d!cation, they will stay that way. I j �are who operate department. They are, front row left to right, Donald Lane, Thomas Kelley, Carl Ackerley, William Connors, Chief George T. Cogan, First Deputy Frederick R. Crompton, Frank E. Amazeen, Franklin Davis and Clarence Atwell. Back row, Frank M. Amazeen, Ernest W. Weeks, Joseph Hudson, Virgil Bagley, Second Deputy Eliot H. Sta.pies, Arthur C. Cox, Arthur Patterson and Duncan Cameron. (Portsmouth Herald photo)~ ----- -- �... Firemen Get5 () 2 -Way Radio but No New · Truck research something is bound to come out of it. Too bad they couldn't do those things without a fight going (EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the last of three articles on the Portsmouth Fire department, Its equipment. Its methods and Its men.) on." By ERNEST R. TIDYMAN The chief also interjected his old complaint: "I've been asking :for a new truck since Dale (Qov. Charlea M. Dale) was mayor and still don't have it. All I do is ask." The future looks "rosy" for Portsmouth's bustling fire department. Rosy, that ls, like the glowing embers of wanton holocausts that sweep , But the chief and his department through the nation each year- 'belie that last assertion by doing "most of them from damn careless- such things as ·boosting sprinkling ness." systems for industry, schools and The author of that last statement other large establishments. is a 71-year-old Portsmouth man \ "There's no doubt but what -"born up in the Crick"-who has it's the greatest fire preventive devoted his life to making this city in exlstance," the chief said. a safer place to live. The "help" offered the fire deTemperate, non-smoking Fire partment by the citizens of PortsChief George T. Cogan continued: mouth, however, is an almost insur"And there are more fires every mountable obstacle. year." "We can't seem to drive it into But the future for the energetic, them that carelessness, nothing but smooth-operating crew over on cilrelessness, causes the majority of :court street has other angles. fires," Chief Cogan declared. Take as an example, the chief "And then there are those cars. offers, the new developments avail- One of the biggest aids Portsmouth able to the fire department these I citizens could give the department days. would be to get those dam oars out one of them-worth more than of the way when we're answering $2,200 and in the process of being a call. They flock right along like installed-is a two-way radio sys- flies." tern. The possibility of a manpower It is one step toward making bus!- shortage developing in the departness "bad" because when it is bus!- ment appears pretty far off, the ness is good. chief said. Somewhat confusing, that It formerly was of foremost conmeans Portsmouth is a. better cern, however. and safer community when the "There were five or six years," fire department doesn't work, he said, "when we couldn't get but collects its money as a. basa m.an in here." tion against an ever-present Elimination of that problem, possibiity of disaster. he predicts, probably will follow The two-way radio-recently desapproval of pay raises for all ignated station WQWK by the Fedmen in the department. eral Communications commissionThe ordinances-already through includes inter-car talking facilities tl·, eir first reading-would provide and soon is to be installed 1n thl'ee a $350 boost ·for the 14 regular firemen, $4d0 more for the two deputy of the big, red trucks at the fire chiefs and $700 more for Chief station. Cogan. ;rt will give the man on the fire "No problem gettl.ng men station switchboard an immediate the job pays enough," the idea of bow bad a fire la and said. whether additional equipment ls But they must be good men. required, Chief Oogan said. That's a standard hard to fill "It'll also be quite a saving on gas and oil," the chief e,oplalned. however, Chief Cogan observed, whe~ "'I'lrucks won't have to chase back the work is often hard a,nd dangerand forth to find out . what other ous and the off moments monotonous. equipment is doing." It does occasionally have a touch Getting deeper into the department's problems-past, present and of humor, though. Chief Cogan likes to laugh about a couple coming-the venerable chie! said the necea.sity for thia the time his crew quelled a blaze at the home of a man who had new equipment follows an overall over-j.mhil;led. , change in the firefighting obstacles Grateful, indeed, he offered: of today. "A drink?" "We're fighting things we never The temperaite Cogan said: had to before," he said. 1 Electricity-caused . blazes, oil and gas fires a.nd raging chemicals are on that list. And as science moves forward, the dangers of fire seem to follow right a.long. ''We've got such things as foam (it came out of the war with a lot of other new things) but there still is ·a lot we need," he pointed out. "When & _million dollars goea for SOMETHING NEW-Fireman Carl Ackerly demonstrates how the department's new two-way radio probably will be operated from the Central station. (Port1mouth Herald photo) - - -- -- '"'No.'' "Smoke, then?" Chief Cogan, who doesn't, said: "No." ''.What kind of firemen are you, anyhow," the man wanted to know. From all reports, they're considered pretty good ones. And Portsmouth joins them in the .hope that business stays bad-but good. SOUP?-No, Frank Amazeen and Arthur Patterson (with cap) are making "foam." It's a chemical mixed with water for quelling special fires. ortemouth Herald photo) 8 �9 fPolice Board 5 f6 Denies Connection With Retirement Portsmouth's police commissionshort a member through the illness of Chairman Orel A. Dexter-announced last night it has nothing to do with the proposed retirement or 70-year-old Deputy Marshal Frank DeMars. Commissioners J. Verne Wood and J. Paul Griffin said notification or whether the deputy marshal's retirement plea will be granted by the State Police retirement board wlll be sent to City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt. Yesterday Commissioner Griffin said that, while the board had no direct power in the matter of retirements, it would take up the matter and lend its efforts toward a solution. l The marshal said he has reCf:lved no notice as yet. The difficulty arising over the retirement centers around the !act that DeMars is two years short o! the required 30 years' service under the retirement regulatloru;. He can retire on a disablllby plea, l\, -rshal Hewitt told the commissioners last night, but the deputy Is on vacation and ha..s not notified local officials or his Intentions. C~mmission Clerk Griffin said the retirement process Includes initial ap· ·•cation to the state board and, If the plea is accepted, eventual ai:-pllcatlon to the local commission. The group wound up a routine sessl~n in city hall by paying bills. THE GRAND MARCH-Stepping fancy at the first annual Portsmouth policemen's ball last night are front row left to right, Mrs. Cecil M. Neal, Mayor Neal, Mrs. J. Paul Griffin, Police Commissioner Griffin, Mrs. Charles M. Dale, City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt, Mrs. Hewitt and Governor Dale, In the same order in the second row are Mrs. Miriam K. Margeson, City Councilman Richman S. Margeson, Mrs. Edward C. Peterson, City Manager Peterson, Mrs. Martin 0. Betz, Patro~an Betz, Mrs. Mary A. Kelley, Inspector Dennis J. Kelley. (Portsmouth Herald photo), Annual Policemen's Ball :5 •1J . Attr.a cts 600 Attendance Nearly 600 persons crowded Into Portsmouth's Communliy Center on Daniels street for the First annual Policeman's ball-"and they made It a success," an official of the group said today. Receipts from the dance In the rally-decorated hall have not been tabulated the spokesman said, but they should be sometime next week. Among those attending the affair were most of Portsmouth's officia.ls Gov. and Mrs. Charles M. Dale, and other state officials. The governor joined Mrs. Leonard H. Hewitt to lead the grand march and following them was City Marshal Hewitt with Mrs. Dale. Proceeds from the ball are to go to the pollcemen's rellef association treasury. Board to Study Retirement Plea By Frank De61 rs An uncertain police commission is scheduled to try to clear up the question of the retirement or Portsmouth's Deputy Marshal Frank H. IDemars today. Deputy Demars, a veteran of 28 years or Portsmouth police service, reached the a.ge of 70 recently and applied :for hls retirement, according to commission Clerk J. Paul Griffin. However, the deputy has been informed by the State Police retirement board that he must serve 30 years before he Is eligible for retirement. The law states that a permanent! policeman reaching 70 with 30 years service "shall retire." · Deputy Demars has apparently complied with one provision but not the other. Meanwhile, the board will meet at 5 pm at city hall without its chairman, Orel A. Dexter, who is confined to his home by illne&. �A·lter the Ball ls Over . .. Portsmouth's policemen probably achieved more public good-will than they have in years when they st~ged their first annual benefit ball Monday night at the Community Center. They were the hospitable hosts to some 600 citiw;ens and they played the role in such a genial, genuine manner that there was a plainly evident, though perhaps unexpressed, attitude on the part of all those attending tn11t "these cops are a good bunch of fellows, i:l,fter all." · And the truth of the matter is that the majority of them are a "good bunch." The unfortunate part is that a few of them are not, and it is the conduct of this minority which blemishes the whole departmental picture in the public's eye, Outside of professional training and technique, good public relations is one of the moat crying needs of ~pe lqcal police department. There are many ways in which this can be accomplished, but the foremost factor involves the individual personal contacts of the policem~n )Vith the people. The proposition is no more complicated tp13,n the fact that it's the simplest thing in the world to be courteous and polite. When a policeman subscribes to that practice ~nd then takes on the added quality of helpfulness, he is largely •Jmade" as far as the general public is concerned. A lesson of this sort should have peen learned 13,~ ¥onday night's policemen's ball. The spirjt of oonyiviaiity and good feeling that prevailed was contriQµted princigally py the cordial reception which the policemen extendep.. · They saw that all arrivals got a hearty elcorne and kept the party at the same tempo throughout the evening. Even the usually dour Marshal Hewitt succumbed to the frivolous atmosphere by executing his seldom-seen interpretations of the waltz, and his enthusiasm for the o~casion was demonstrated in several •jqnotµres of 04tright laughter. So it can truly be said that a good time was had by all. The lesson of the ball, however, ties in with the hope that the city's p~lice personnel witpesseg the b~nefits {:if a good-natµred attitude well enough to transfqrm it into their everyday duties. -------4 Off ice rs f},Promoted· ' SI McLean Is Deputy 1 was not expected to be accepted in The "high command" of Po,·tsmouth's police department underwent the department without discontent. Indications of such feeling had a ''face-lifting" last n!gllt. already been noted in comments A new deputy marshal was appointed and three oth!!r officers were among the officers, some of whom , promoted as the police commission filled the vacancy left by the retirecomplained that they are not given ment of Deputy Frank H. Demars. Succeeding Demars is capt. Dou-* Equally surprising was the creation a chance to justify their consideragal D. McLean, a veteran of 32 of the new captaincy. This action, tion for promotion. years service, while two new cap- along with the other promotions, Representative of this attitude tains were moved up behind the was interpreted by Chairman Orel was the recent remark of one officer • advancement of Captain McLean. A. Dexter of the police commlswho said, "Why don't they get up Patrolman Lloyd N. McGraw slon as a move ''to give the men some kind of examination so we can was jumped a. grade to assume some authority." one of the captaincies. The The basis for I.he promotions, Mr. all have a crack at thooe jobs? Maybe it would help keep us on our other went to Sgt. Timothy J. Dexter said, is "seniority." toes If we thought we had a chance Connors. Patrolman Neil c. Among the chosen four, Cap-to move up." Bierce was promoted to the tain McLean is the oldest in Commissioner D e x t e r acrank of sergeant. line of service with his 32 years knowledged that there. was no The promotions mean a salary inin the department, while Serstandard basis for selecting crease of $100 a year for Deputy geant Bierce Is next with 25 men ,for promotion . . McLean and $150 each for captain years. Captain Connors fol"They've all been on the McGraw and Sergeant Bierce. The lows with 18 years and Captain force long enough to know their rate of pay for Captain Connors is McGraw is the "junior" with jobs," he explained. 16 unchanged, however, since a seryears. Several veteran department memgeant draws the same salary as a Sergeant Bierce is the only memcaptain. ber of the department with aca- bers were "passed over" in last The promotion of Captain Mc- demic police training, having taken night's promotions, a fact wihicb was left unexplained by the comGraw over the head of a sergeant is a fingerprint and classification mission's "seniority" test. unprecedented in recent department course at t~e Institute of Applied Among those considered to have history and is believed to have . Sciences, Chicago. been overlooked ls Sgt. Martin O. struck the local police ranks with Despite the police commission's Betz, who held a superior rank alstrong surprise. consideration of "seniority" in the promotion list, last night's action tlloug,h he is lacking in years of service. I SGT, NEIL C. CAPT. TIMOTHY J, CONNORS Under the new department setup, Deputy McLean leaves the 4 pmto-midnight shift, which 'he has been in charge of since the war, to begin day duty. Captains Connors and McGraw will both take over McLean's old shift, alternating at three-month intervals between desk and street duty. Sergeant Bierce reta.ln.s his asslgmnent at police headquarters as day sergeant and fingerprint specialist. • Sergeant Betz will continue in charge of the midndght- to-8 am shift. The two new police captains have both served in key assignments with the departi;nent. Captain Connors, who has held the rank of sergeant since 1943, has been night sergeant, wh!le Captain McGraw, a. former marine corps warrant officer, has been day cruiser patrolman. . While making the promotions, the commissioners also approved a record $94,500 budget with which to run the department in 1949. 1 The request, which has been forwarded to City Manager Edward c. Peterson, represents a $7,000 increase over the amount appropriated for this year. I �' Salaries forced the increa.se, the commissioners pointed out. Raises were granted policemen last April and the appropriation covered nine months of 1948. The 1949 allocation must cover a full year's wages, they said. Besides paying minor bills, the commission named Russell C. Hughes, meter °'ficer, to six months probation before appointment as a regular patrolman. To fill the place of Hughes, the commission appointed Earl Edwin Rogers, 25, of Park street. Y our Police Departmen Il THE POLICE COMMISSION-State-appointed and running Ports-* But neither ls that a prerequisite mouth's law enforcement agency are (left to right) J. Verne Wood, Comany more than is a definite form of mission Chairman Orel A. Dexter, J, Paul Griffin. (Portsmouth Herald training. Reduced to barest facts, it photo) The*** City *** Its Cost THE THREE-MAN BOARD of police commissioners came into beIng here in 1895. It was planned so that two members of the group would be of one major political party, with the third representing the other faction. The setup prevails today as J . (EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the first of three articles on Verne Wood and J. Paul Griffin, Portsmouth's police department. It follows a similar series on the undertaker and contractor respeclocal fire department as the second effort on the part of The Portstively, sit ln as Republican appointmouth Herald to acquaint ·t,s readers with the administration and ees with insurance firm executive operations of the cit 's public services. In obtaining material for Orel A. Dexter, the Democratic these articles, Herald Reporter Ernest R. Tidyman faced the handimember. cap of City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt's outright refusal to disMeeting once a lnonth to exercuss the functions of the department he beads. The information cise powers outlined in the old city contained is therefore limited to what few sources were available.) charter and unchanged in the new version, the commission mainly conBy ERNEST R. TIDYMAN '(\~\t.) cerns Itself with police hiring, deIt's a stick-up, Mr. Taxpayer, but don't holler for a partment promotions, disciplinary action and a review of grievances "cop." against the force. Because it happens to be Portsmouth's police departThese three answer only to the ment that has i.ts fingers in y:our pocket-to the tune of governor of the state in dealing 87,000 hard-earned dollars this year-with no more civic with a group of men whose daily consideration than it sometimes shows to its three state- actions concern the safety of the lives and property of the citizens of appointed bosseE". <l.) The department Is operated I this city alone. 'J1he $87,000 comes from the city)( under a system designed over a The openings through which "percoffers as bhe police department's / half-century ago to divorce police j sonal" considerations may creep inappropriation in the current city activities from city politics, but to the operation are easy to recogbudget. Next year it Is to be $94,000, which has failed to do so. nize. •according to the budget the police • • * en The brusque, disdainful atti- THE APPOINTMENT commission has submitted. of men to tude of 65-year-old City Marshal There are shades of doubt over Leonard H. Hewitt, who evidences the police depart1Dent can be taken just what percentage of service the as an example, for there is little community will get for those dona- I no professional training and sl1ows demanded of any applicant. He need little Inclination toward making it • tions. only reside in Portsmouth, give the available to subordinates. satisfactory answers to a few simple • • • (3.) Lack of coordination, both questions and be able to pass a CRITICISM POINTING to widespread ineptitude in Portsmouth's within the department itself and In routine physical examination. There are no educational requirepolice depaTtment has frequently working with parallel agencies of ments, no age limits nor any facbeen expressed both privately and this area. This article deals with the archaic tors of special training. publicly, with much of the comment "We like to have high school adding up to a general portrayal police commission "system," whose of the department as a fifth wheel administrators have so firmly imgraduates at least," says Commispatched with a sore thumb. I planted their desire to be left alone sioner Wood. "But that's not manThe uncomplimentary summary that otherwise Influential citizens datory." now announce that they "haven't appears based on three prlma:Y And Commission Chairman Dexthought much about it" or "don't faults: ter believes "it's a good idea to have want to be in the middle." • • • men over 25, because some of these kids don't use any judgment.'• Pays But the State Has Co·ntrol 1 seems just a matter of giving the man a badge and a gun and telling him he's a police officer. In explaining . the commission's contention that it keeps privilege awards out of the department, Mr. Wood said that "several years ago appointments to the force were strictly politics." Each member took a turn in naming a candidate and often times appeased friends and relatives in that manner. "We stopped that, though," Mr. Wood maintained. "Now all three members of the commission have to approve the men." • • • BUT WHETHER it successfully 1 I I I eliminates politics from the operation is another question. It can not be denied that the appointment to the commission is a sort of political honorarium and that each of the present members has actively engaged in politics. Commission Chairman Dexter for instance, was Democratic maydr of 1 Portsmouth for two terms, a councilman from Ward 2 and is known to be a close friend of Gov. Charles M. Dale, who served as city solicitor here during Mr. Dexter's tenT.ire as mayor. Wood and Griffin both are con/ sidered close to the present gubernatorial "throne" and have interested themselves In Republican poll- , tics here for many years. I Such political ties suggest the difficulty that these two Portsmouth natives might face in making unprejudiced choice of new policemen. Even Commissioner Wood admits that "of course all the commissioners are more or less inte-rested in 1 politics, but I still think it'5 better than having it in the politlcs of the city council.'' Such is not the feeling in other New Hampshire communities, however, where the advent of city managership Is leading the way out for the state commission system of police administration. �Police Affairs Kept In Keene, City Manager enry F. Goodnow has announced his intention of rewriting the police commission's powers out of the city charter. That already has been done in Dover by City Manager Woodbury Brackett. MARSHAL HEWITT explained: "You people nre always crabbing about the buses jamming traffic in (EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the the square so I wasn't going to alsecond of three articles on Portslow any sailor to push a peanut • • • fo~~tl~s sf,~H1~~ ~~~~st~~tth:\ig!i ~ across there and make the traffic IN PORTSMOUTH, however, City fire department as the second efany worse than it has to be. fort 01 the part of The Po.-tsmouth Manager Edward C. Peterson adHerald to acquaint its readers with Less than a year later, on June mitted the department gets all the the administration and operations 17, 1945, the police jailed an 11of the city's pnbllc services. In money requested and that he hasn't year-old boy in the women's deobtaining material for these articles, had occasion to give "m u ch , Herald Reporter Ernest R. Tidyman tention cell on the second floor of 1 !aced the handicap of City llt~rshal thought" to how it is spent. city hall and forgot to feed him. Leo11ard H. Hewitt's outright refusal The citizens of Portsmouth apto discuss the functions of the The youngster was there overdepartment he heads. The inforparently are more heedful about night and his screams attracted city mation contained Is therefore limtheir tax money, however, as indiited to what few sources were hall workers the following morning. available.) cated by the growing resentment Parenthetically, the child had been against the "iron curtain" around taken off a bus at the request of By r:RNEST R. TIDYMAN police activities. the Boston Traveler's Aid officials. A ca::e in point is the ill-feelini Leonard Holmes Hewitt, Sr., ls a He was en route to a camp, in Eliot. f.hat resuited over the incident in- dour, b,j-year-old gentleman of the The Traveler's Aid in Portsmouth volving Patrolman Clayton F . Os- opinion that Portsmouth police de- later said "we would have been partm,.nt acUvities a1·e "none of your glad to care for the child but no born and a. young Boston college damn business." student named John J . Wholey. one informed us of the matter." With.out attempting to argue the He has said so many times. merits of the controversy, it ls And the reco1·ds suggest that his At any rate, the department's atpossilfc to point out that Mr. ldea ot a good policeman is th e t!tude toward assistance or suggesindividuaJ who saiys absolutely tion was plainly revealed when Miss Wholey appeared before the comnothing abo~t the department _and Eleanor T. Dowdell, school departmission Jan. 5 to oharge he was kn~ws nothmg about professional ment worker, offered to take care assaulted, falsely arrested and p.ohce work ~hat may supercede the , of the · youngster so that ·he could "held under duress" tor nearly 10 city mar~hal s own questioned know- be released from the cell. hours by Patrolman Osborn. ledge. • • • The commission reviewed the case Those claims are based on the "YOU CAN RUN your department. and reserved judgment several police department's scorecaa-d of I'm running the police departweeks. inept!tudE' that has come pretty ment," was Marshal Hewitt's intolIt then becomes purely speculative dose to a strike-out since Hewitt erant reply, Miss Dowdell testified to attacll import to the fact that was nnmed city marshal in Novem- at a hearing conducted on the inCha!rmim Dexter was out o! town l;er of 1937. cident by the police commission. for two · or three days prior ti> the His physical charge adds up to And then there is the story about police commission session during 28 men, 1,ix of them senior officers, a missing dog, belonging to an aged which 1• was announced that 20 pati·olmen and two men assigned Deer street woman who was deWho!~, who lived In Boston while to takmg care of the parking scribed In a report of the incident attendi;ig classes, had dropped the ~eters. charges and that Osborn had apoloas "deaf and palsied" and in need The dt',parlment's equipment in- of the dog "for protection.'t . gized. dudes two squad cars-both equipAll newspapers in the area-in• ped with two -way radio facll!ties- cluding those in Boston-ca)'ried dePARTICULAR NOTICE was given ·'paddy wagon"-ambulance, several scriptions of the animal in the hope to the fact, too, that Officer Ostelephones, three tattered notebooks that they would help the local born's apoli>gy and the accompanythat serve as the "public records," woman In her seach. ing dismissal of charges were preand perhaps a hundred other flies pared in precisely the same manA paragraph in a story of that and doouments that are shelved time says of the police department: ner, apoarently on the same typeaway In tyrannical secrecy. writer and were worded with such "Queried as to information con• • similarity as to strongly indicate a. cerning the missing dog, City MarFOR THAT the city is putting shal Leonard H. Hewitt stated to a oehind-the-scenes "arrangement." for th $87,000 this y~ar. · . Herald reporter that the loss had This ls no violation of the comO! !Jhose 28 men, it must be pomt- I been reported some time ago but mission's code, If there is such a ed out that some have established that he was 'not the dog catcher' " thing, but the fact remains that the tl~emselves as "go~" policemen These do not reflect the mal~dcase ha.d been dropped like a "hot with a ?atural aptitude for _the ministration of the police depart.potato" behind a cloak of secrecy. Who could question the police work, while others show a conspicu- ment-and the manner in which the ous inabll!ty to meet the standards of state-appointen police commission depa1-tment or the commission? law enforcement. If' . Well, certalnily not the taxpayer. adequate The cit marshal's ir 0 -Ilk _ has glossed over such misdemeanors And that's the way it apparently Y ~ e con of common courtesy-as do others. trol over the department is reflected "'h f -1 f th d t t t will be until the police commission In his disdainful announcement that ,.. e . ai ure ? ~ epar men . o is stricken from the city charter. "I'll tell you nothing." That was cope with routme crime shows up_ m Who and what City Manager his ·reply to questions about the such. reports as the one of the mne Peterson would have to contend with force. parklllg meters that were stolen to find out what is happening to A)ld it also reflects the manner In from downtown streets. the city's money in the everut of a which the police department here • • • change is still another question. can shrug off inquiry into Its ppera~ITH 1~ PATROLMEN and three It begins with gruff, crusty Mar- tlon and fall back on the fact that semor_ officers on schedule to be . shal Hewitt, whose only answer to responsibility !or it rests in the "w~rking'' the night it happened, the questions about the department was: hands o! the state, although It is 1 pohce st!ll were unable ~o _E,revent "I'll tell you nothing." nil 0 Portsmouth's police department. r There are records o! well-known such outright defiance of city pa(Friday: The City Marshal) · • troll!ng. instances where the police departBut, on the ~ther hand, the meters ment has demonstrated its capacity for misadventures that range :from were easily 500 or 600 yards from the the farclal to the tragic. police station-where most of the ofLocal residents might easily re- ficers congregated before they becall such Instances as the marshal's come engaged in being "missing" orders to Capt. Timothy J. Connors from other places. Nov. s, 1944: Take four patrolmen Even harder to explain was the and go to Market square to stop a theft of one of the police cruisers bet-losing sailor from rolling a pea- from its garage adjoining the stanut across the thoroughfare with tion one night last year. his nose. I • • • I I • • • The Federal Bw·eau of Investigation had to be called in to question the young marine who reportedly admitted taking the vehicle. The police aroused a chorus of jeers when it was learned how two youths were locked up here overnight last November, only for the police to discover thait one had not been searched and was carrying a .32 caliber pistol. The youngster left the weapon In a jail cell where it was •discovered while the jail was being swept. Marshal Hewitt added a ludicrous footnote to that incident with the laconic remark, "It wasn't loaded." • • • I THE REOORD of po)ice department bungling extends far beyond this and the answer to it might well be found in one outstanding fact: The policemen aren't trained. After usually serving an "apprenticeship" as meter officer, the potential policeman is nameJi to a probationary post for six months, to be guided in his actii>ns only by working with a full-fledged officer who becomes so by merely putting in his time. Alth9ugh sterling reputations are accorded such Institutions as' the I National Police academy in Washington-conducted by U1e FBI !or law enforcement officers sponsored by interested communities-the possiblllty of sending a local policeman to such a school seems treated as new-fangled nonsense. Only one has attended a short course in police work, and that was devoted to a pa.rt!cular spec!al!ty. The absence of reasonable standards appears to prevail throughout, for police job applicants her~ need only pass a routine physical examination and have intelligence enough to fill out a simple form to be appointed. • • • THE PARADOX Increases when It Is noted that many communities throughout the land demand high mental and physical standards--and have established rigorous tests on both points-for police department appointment. Perhaps it is attributable to the :fact that Marshal Hewitt's own professional "training" ls l!m!ted to service In the army from 1899 to 1909, employment with the Portsmouth nil.val shipyard, the Boston and Maine railroad and work in the power plant of the old Rockingham County Light and Power · company. He joined the police department in 1916, only to be called to service in World War I. He was reappointed to the department upon discharge. Hewitt was named deputy marshal In 1924 and served in that capacity until he was appointed marshal in 1937. One reason why the department rates so dismally with other law enforcement agencies ln this area may be contained In the diagnosis of one of !ts closest local observers, whooe description was: "A very siok organization." �••• 'I'll Tell You othing' HOME PLATE-The "booking window" is manned, above, ,l!Y Deputy Marshal Dougal D. McLean, giving lnformation to a police department visitor in city hall. Below is a section of the cell block where a pistol was discovered one morning after police forgot to search two youngsters they were detaining. <Portsmouth Herald photo) �Lack. of Training Shows Up In Local Police Bungling n,\> (EDITOR'S NOTE: TWs ls the last of three articles on Portsmouth's police department. It follows a similar series on the local Ji! fl$i·lment as the second ef'for;, ~rt {J/ T),e Portsmouth Herg tP 'f{lil1r!M tis f du.s with tlu:- administration and operaC!o-ra of thr ell •~ 11ublic services. In obtamin ~ Jn at h i for these articles, Herald HeJ>Ortt r I .,t R. Tldyman faced the ha11 ,h • ' · Marshal Leonard 11. lie\\ it, t refusal to discuss thr I 1 I • of the department he head , formation contai ned 1, the it1ld to what fel\ " llll l available.) By ER EST R. TIDY, 1.\X Law enforcement officials throughout the country agree there is no alllance more important than that between a local police department and the parallel agencies of its surrounding :;trea. But in Portsmouth - where a politically state-controlled force demands ' to go its own way without suggestion or even inspection-that alliance has not been formed. At least that's the open opinion of one authority who has to work with the department and its gruff, quick-tempered City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt. And it is the "off the record" concensus of many obhers. Most outspoken and critical in his opinions of the police department is Dr. Wendell P. Clare, Rockingham county medical referee and an avid student of legal medicine and criminology. Denouncing the local department as "infantile and badly in need of reorganization," the local physician said "it shows up poorly" when contrasted with other departments. • • • LOCAL RESIDENTS wonder if DR. WENDELL P. CLARE " •.. It's infantile and badly in need of reorganization." • • • "YOU WILL FIND that most oth- ers are trained bodies of men," he said, "but not so in Portsmouth. "And the community's only expert in scientific crime detection decried the department here because "the man who his done nothing but pound a beat for 23 years is not a man to teach others." Citing Individual cases on which both he and the police department worked, Dr. Clare said the police were comparatively cooperative but "obviously untrained." SOLICITOR BOYNTON In at least two recent incidents, " ••. I have to work with them." he said, they have hampered decisions in suicides by smudging finger"They send things up when I ask prints changing the position of for them, but please, for God's weapons and emptying cylinders of sake, don't say anyt,hing that'll put their cartridges so that the firing me in the middle,':.hp remonstrated. sequence could not be ascertained. Standing with the solicitor are "They might have been murders," many others who plead dispensation he complained, "but we would have had a hard time establishing any from being quoted, on the grounds that they have to associate with the criminal facts." That attitude is pretty generally police departmen,t and hard-to-getshared by authorities serving in along-with Marshal Hewitt. But the county medical referee capacities similar to that of Dr. scorned suoh an attitude as "trying Clare. • • • to live with a man who doesn't wash BUT THERE ARE those-like his feet." County Solicitor Wyman P. BoynWashed or otherwise, the 29-man ton-who don't want to be put "in police department has been granted the middle." $87,000 to use this year under in"I have to work with those fel- direct supervision and dictation from lows,'' Mr. Boynton evasively re-1 the state. And the taxpayers who are plied to queries about his dealings being b!lled for that police departwith the police department. ment donation have virtually no right to question the expenditure, even through their local elected officials. • • • CITIZENS LIKE Dr. Clare ask, "what have they done?'' but the only answers they get are given in a record of stumbling crime prevention that rivals the antics of the silent movies' "Keystone Kops"on a scale of less wholesome humor. The i;eason for it might be traced to the groping, uncertain police commission and the secretive, "old school" attitude of the veteran city marshal. A large portion of the blame lies obviously with the commission. Its members---J. Verne Wood, J. Paul Griffin and Chairman Orel A. Dexter-have often indicated "off the record" dissatisfaction with the manner in which the department was being operated. But their hesitancy in administering any strong 1·emedy has resulted in no lessening o! the symptoms which reflect the department's chronic ills. This does not signify a total lack of desire to apply :,ome form of treatment, however, for it is a known fact that at least one member of the commission Impatiently hopes for Marshal Hewitt's retirement while the other two share the same sentiment, but with less agitation. • • • 0 LY PEACEFUL notions which lead them to tolerate the status quo or a timid concern for the marshal's well-known Ire are apparent factors in their collective failure to force the ret!irement issue. The situation prevails even in (Please turn to page two) 14 face of the fact 1,hat Marshal Hewitt already is eligible for a full pension and will be compelled to retire in five years when he reaches the age of 70. The paradox found in the commission 's att.itude is further heightened by the practically open acknowledgement that their unwlllingness to irritate the marshal extends to the point of suppressing whatever impulses they might have to make the police department "toe the mark." Although Marshal Hewitt's certain departure is five years in t'be future, speculation as to who will be picked for his successor has been widespread of late. The question, of course, is an important one to the men within the department, who probably would give the marshal no bigger popularity vote that he would get from the private citizens. Outside the department, it is seized upon from the standpoint of general police efficiency. a new marshal would not be the antidote for the slekened cond!t!ons which add up to such an unsound reputation. The discourteous exercise of authority, the unfriendly, sometimes almost hostile, relations with the public, the lounging in beer parlors during duty hours, the blithe Indifference to minor but numerous law violations are just a few examples of the disease for which a cu1·e Is sought. The matter of training is raised as a main ca.use of the existing infirmity, but it follows logically that this , could be accomplished with a trained marshal who would share his 1 training with the men in his charge or see that they got it elsewhere. Even the slightest degree of it would seem to avoid such instances as the refusal to hear out the complaints of a worried father who tried to report that hls youngster had narrowly escaped assault at the hands of a homosexual. It would seem to prevent repetition of the instance in which a woman driver was forced by a Portsmouth police officer to have her car pushed up an Icy hill rather ,than let it roll down from its dangerous spot-because the hill was a one-way street. • • • IT WOULD SEEM to work, too, tow~rd somi curb on the bookmaking, the "numbers" racket and various other forms of organized gambling whlch have gone virtually untouched here by the police. And proper training would seem to dispe!l some of the fear, not unfounded, which has caused more than one citizen to refrain from reporting Incidents of police abuse after having been told that "they" would make it "hard" on him. There might be some immediate hope in the off-the-record disclosure that Marshal Hewitt has "threatened" to resign "early next summer." That report seems to hold scant promise, b;it until then or unless the commission cracks down, the de• partment ~eems destined to remain as Dr. Clare pungently described it: "A very slck organization." I �Scho~o.1 Lunch Conferees . To: Inspect Local · Facilities ' ' ,. • 1 ! • . Conference members were scheduled to visit Portsmouth junior high, ' school this afternoon as part o! the second annual school lunch workshop at the Unlverslt~ of New Hampsbire which b!:fe._n, a, three-day session yesterda,y morning. \},,<\ 1 \.(l The 100 lunch supervisors repre- 11 - _________..,;;;;=:=:=..:...- oach ,I$ Named~ 1 For H·1gh Sq.hool 'L'i, Bas·ketba·II Jeam sentlng New Ha,mpshlre schools, al- ( so will , study school luncheon pro- 1 grams at Durham, Barrington, Ro- 1 , chester, Som_e rs~orth and Dover I today.' ·· ' • · · · Mrs Margaret Morris of the Department o! Agriculture, school lunch section, was guest E:peaker at a banquet held last night In the University's dining room. Other speakers from many New Hampshire cities lectured at group meetings yesterday afternoon. Miss. Sa-rah Thames, UNH home economics professor. and Miss Elizabeth Ellis, UNH nutrition specialist, spbke at this morning's meeting. Miss Thames •demonstrnted larae quantity, cooking and Miss Ellis · showed movies. • U. s.' · _ , ,, \t A 26-year-old Boston man has : b . th J b f Lsi ts een given e o o ra ng Por mouth high school from its 1947-48 basketball doldrums. James A. Ph!llips was signed to a contract yesterday to coach the Clippers in th e 1948 - 49 season, according to School Supt. Raymond I. Beal. A graduate of Northeastern university In 1947, the new coo.ch was granted a master's degree In phys!- cal education by Boston university this year. During his varsity years at NU he played four years of basketball and football. While In the armed forces 1 he coached service basketball teams 3 and helped shape the Boston YMCA team for the recent Olympic game The summer music school, spon- tryouts. sored tor the past three years by the Mr. Phillips' practice teaching "l?ortsmouth Recreation commission. was done at Brookline high school wiil present a concert at 7:30 pm and in Portsmouth he Is to teach social studies as well as coach basth th Thursday in e Portsmou Com- ketball, baseball and ass!.st new st inunlty center, Daniels reet. Athletic Director Carl E. Erickson The orcheatra, composed o"f 20 with the football team. members, the 35-plece intermediate He ls unmarried. band and the 55-plece elementary ------band will participate In the program under the direction of David Kushlous, school music director. af½"\ . Parents and friends are Invited to attend. Summer Sc hool Conce rt sIated For ·Thursday Ar i~~~:~IN~;:s:J:~~~~ \ More than 3,000 sun-tanned and well-rested youngste"" ...,,_, wm. toss their.I 1 school books over their shoulders and trudge back to sessions in Ports- . Im::;;::,;:;~;;;;;· Supt, Raymond I. Beal announced today that between 50 and 100 new children have reglstcred for next week's opening-. A spokesman at St. Patrick's parochial school also reported a ''1arg-e" increase in reg-lstration. · Pa ts • h h t !st ren • w o ave no reg ered . their children for the- kindergarten and first grade in public schools,will have until next Tuesday afternoon to do so. . Parents of youngsters who wlll enter the local schools for the first time may reg!.ster them at the school department office in city hall tomorrow _from 9 am to 4 pm and Saturday from 9 am to 12 noon. Registration also w111 be held Scho.ol Enrollment \ Still Go1·ng Up r.a_ . ; ;J -, Thirteen more children were enrolled In Portsmouth public schools today as school swung into its sec', ond day o! the 1948-49 term. ) The additional students make a t t 1 f 31 2 o a o , 0 pupils registered for city schools according to Schools i Supt. Raymond I. Beal. , \ 1,$------------------, ·ChoOI _B~ard. ·i. 1?» JO Sf. u.dy~, N_ee'd,•. II I ·•·,•i lf'"f-: De-n'tal c1·1n·1c·~ . .': • , Tuesday from 9 am to 4 pm at the scJ-.ool department o!flce and from I V 3 to 4 pm at the elementary sc1'ools. ~ . School officials today pointed out A · propaged dental .. cUnlc for that the parents must bring the Portsmouth-schools 1A scheduled for children with them while registering I discussion at. tomorrow · night• a so that the municipal school nurses, :meeting Of the .boa.rd of education. Miss Evelyn M. Haley and Mrs. I School Bupt. Raymond I. Beal Guerina B. Apo!, may examine them. .said today financial aid expected Pupils who are to enter Junior from the atate would not be avallhigh school or who' have moved able, leaving the city to finance the ' here from other cities and .wish to I whole project. I enter the senior high school may The 19,s 1chool budget proreg!.ster dally at those schools or 'rided Sl,100 for the dental cllnthe school department office. The , le as "the city share. The state ' ' hours of reg!.stratlon are the same · was expected to pay an equal ' as the aforementioned. amount. · · Seventeen new teachers have Mr. Beal estimated another $500 1:been appointed to the · local would be necessary to put the clinic school 1ystem, Mr. Deal reIn operation at the junior hJgh ported. However, he dee.lined • school . to release their names O! per- .. l He also said he expected aid for 11onal data until the appoint- ·. the clinic from service and fra-. inents are -approved by ' . the , . ternal organlzatlorui. Portsmouth board of edu_cailon Confirmation of newly appointed at a meeting Sept. U. They , teachers ls another item on the will take ci.ver their new posl. agenda_ and a revised set of rules Five Portsmouth school officials ttons a week before their apand ·regulatlons for board procedure will attend an acjministratlve con- polntments are sanctioned. ls also slated for discussion . ference, sponsored by the stnte Extensive renovations have been , .;· ,_it:, board of education, Monday, Tues- made at various school buildings I day and Wednesday at Keene teach- throughout the city. ers college. At the Junlot high school a $7,Attending the meeting will be 000 floor has been installed. Other C 100 School Supt. Raymond I. Beal, repairs Include a $7,000 new heating · · · ' Headmaster E. Bliss Mal'riner and system at the Farragut school; a Portsmouth's l0 school principals Submaster Rolfe G. Banister of the . _,., ;inspected the new fluorescent lights senior high school · am:! Principal $4,000 new . roof and copper roof and paint Job at New Franklin 6Chool Herbert R. Hagst~om and Asst. gutter at the Whipple school; a $3,- 1yesterday as part of their regular . 500 paint project at the New Frank- monthly meeting. . · , · • Prlncip~l Herman N. Donegan, of !In school; and $1,400 In paint and The session, presided over by th e jumor high school. • repairs at the Lafayette school. , Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal,. InMiss Evelyn Haley, school nurse, I eluded discussion ot otner routine Ill tt d h 00I • n Mr. Beal announced that open I w a en a sc nutrswes dco - house will be held from 3 to 4 pm business. ·· ference at the college nex e nes~ day, Thursday and Friday. Tuesday at the New Franklin and f, Lafayette schools to enable parents and other Portsmouth citizens OS S to inspect summer renovations. · 1 Portsmouth wUI face no serious Schools U S crowded conditions In Its schools · dJ Supt, Raymond I. Beal scussed comparative ·ts ! when next week's sessions are ti cos O edu-1 resumed, according to Mr. Beal. He ' ~~ 0~~eiuplls In Por~smouth and added that he expects that the t New Hampshire cities be1 present faclllties will handle enroll- !nor~ he •Exchange club . at . Rockment for at 'least 10 yea.rs. . g am hotel last night. !.. 'l. '2,-_ Schoo1Off icia Is To Attend Parley f 200 Hear Concert On Adm ••n•istrat•ion By Summer C-lass(\'\ . Of Music School 1 Approximately 200 persons attended a concert presented Thursday night In Portsmouth Community center by the summer music school. This marked the concluding session ot the six-week school sponsdred by the Portsmouth Recreation commission. Francis T. Malloy, recreation director, spoke briefly, Sixty-three students commenced lessons this •year and were represented by the elementary band. The group was comprised of two flutes, 10 clarinets, two saxophones, two horns, two baritone horns, two tubas, 18 trumpets, three trombones, H drummers, seven vlollns and one cello. The staff this year included Miss Wanda Libbey, Arthur Sargent, Paul Ollea, Robert Ramsdell and Nelson K. Ward. David Kushlous directed the aesslon11. I prtnC1p0 • • I5 InspeC t S I I Decorat1ons> •• City School C t' Outlined for Cl b I '• r . - . - . ._- - ,. ., ------- ' I �~ I .. ', . . . -.-~·..u, .•t sffloUth Area Towns 20: Boo;.~t in Tuitions th Five surrounding towns sending about 200 students to Port~mou *\ . . . i expected to average high ~chool today .were faced with, a tuition ncrease 20 ..or each student during the present school year, $ . 1 ·i Reg·.• st ra t IO · n Jumps .7 7 ;:•. . . . .s . Irr _Portsmouth Scllools . ~ The to~ are Rye, New casqe,* • Greenland Newington and StrathAn indication that the presen am school transportation plan may , ·· p t th ~ort.stnouth's board of education have to be revised was made by Mr. . ·: or~!)U school reglS ratlon showed an increase of 77 pupils today v<>ted' laSt nigh~ to Increase the Beal who reported that costs have ~s young*rs left tho playgrounda to ·return to claoarooms throughout the 1 pr~ent $125. rate because of higher increased $16 a day over last year's .c~ty, ,. ) ·· \ _ . , .. ,.._ ·' . •:1 ,-!1, . • , 1 . per capita costs for instruction. No expenses. He added that the 1947 ·· *hJ~~upb. Raymond ..l :'4~ifeal ;: ·--.·; ••- : -: ,_ ' '._, new. ~gure was set awaiting closer cost for bus service was $11,326 or • reportl a' total registration ot '3,089 s•1' estimate by Schools supt. _Raymond $65 a day while this yea.r's cost pupils I compa.red with a total of I. Beal of the present Instruction Is $82 , 3,012 e opening day laat year. costs, , _. "We'll have to take a serious · St, Patrick's parochial school . The boar d also delayed action stand on this situation In the near ' also follow~ the trend of achooll ·of~' flve-man committee lnves• future because many of the chil- \ 1 throurhqut the nation with an ' ·D , tt,-tton ••t nto organization and dren not el!g!ble for bus service are Increase of 25 pupils over Jut ~Jl81af,lon ~ of , the .. Po,t•mouth · ;riding to school when they should year's flrure, , ,.JllJh ,. school 1Atbletlll assoola• be walking," he said. However In a breakdown -of fig• When "Little JunlorN trots off to 'ilon. The school board's special He explained that according to ures Portsmouth .senior and Junior school-however reluctantly-be may committee requested that action school department rules only pupils high schools and the Lafayette and find a new teacher waiting for him l)e ■tailed p~dlnr a .,conference outside ot the two-mile llm)t are Atlantic Heights schools showed a thi.1 year. • 1'faflth memebra _ of the Ports7 given transportation. He added decrease In registered students. Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal mouth Athletic council. that many children residing within Portsmou th high .school reported today dLsclOlled that 18 of them 722 · ThJ i~crease' in tuition came af• the two-mile limit now walk to the pupllis regl.stered today a.s com• have been added to various faculties ter',M~. ' Beal "reminded" the board outskirts of town and board the pared with 752 last year; Junior in Pommouth. 672 . ·mem)jers that the cost of instruct- buses. high, 653 today, last year; Far- · Their namea and positions they i, :tl '" l l hi h h 1 Mr. Beal Intimated that the , ragut, 183 today, 150 last year; Whip- will hold are: 00 ttig atr~ents a e oca g sc ' ple, 246 today, 237 last year•, Haven, \ is tnoreasl • He said the present dally transportation cost may John J. Ca.savola of Portland coat o ruction-estimated by the be Increased an additional $6 258 to~ay, 241 last aenlor high shop physle& and track 231 year. .;.t • department of education-ls La ayette, today, la■t coach ; Harold 0. Grossman, Jr., of " wttb the eslabllshment of an• year; New Franklin, 202236today, dr more th an Portsmouth 'S' other ■chool bus route at At• 175 last year; Atlantic Heights, Durham, senior high biology; Cathtultio" rate for each student relantlc Heights. erlne R. Farley of Dover, senior high 119 today, 131 last year; Sher(· sld,lnr- Jn 1UrTOUndlng towns. burnc, 171 today, 150 last year; home economics . • 'l"h..1 "Aftrd declined to set a defThe board also discussed the posWen t wor th 304 t oday 270 I t Lucy Hauslein Jache of Durham II""' •or the 1948-49 ',siblllty of changing the present plan , , as •• • year senior high chemistry; Kenneth J., 1liultlon ra"-e lnite · aoh · •"ear until new estimates are ·of awarding contractsa proposal for school " repair work following by Five• hundred ninety-five pupils Lang, Jr., of Manchester, senior high m'tJie, However, Mr, Beal reported Mr. Durgin that all contracts over registered ,a t St. Patrick's school physics; Louis V. Orgera of Ports• that }Ile estimated costs will run $l00 be open to bids. , this morning. The grammar school mouth, senior high social studies between $140 and $145 this year. \ e roll d 533 t d ts h!l 62 Is and Engllsh. , Ml', Beal produced state education board Mr. members Durgin reminded his can fellow n . efor grade s u ennine.w e reg that they be tered James A. Phillips of Boston, senior department figures which lnr,Ucated left open to "severe criticism" 1f Parochli:,-1 school registration last high social studies, . baseball and that ' the cost of Instructing each bids are not advertise<;!. His asser- year totalled 670. basketball coach and assistant footd th .__ • Portsmouth high school student in- tlon followed disclosure by Mr. •Beal ba11 coach; Raymond c. Rathbun of creased from $118 ur Ing e 1946 • 47 that contracts for paint work on Kingston, R. I., Junior high physical · sr;:hool year to $139 last yeo.:-. fences at the Haven arld Whipple education. th Dr. Comella B, Walker, chairman I schools were awarded without adE elyn R. Wlllett of North of the' speclal comml~tee probing the vertlsing for bids. \ I) Hampton, Junior high art; Barbara operation of-the athletic council re- \ Mr. Beal explained that he was _\ M. Wllley of New Castle, Farragut ported that _her group had met with unable to publish the bid notices fifth grade; Elise Carlson of Ports! several members of the council since ' because of lack of time and reported mouth, fourth grade; th program, calling Merle L. Farragut ~the: last board meeting July 1~ a nd that he had contacted several conA school heal Beebe of Portsmouth, ¥~ed· ,for additional time before tractors by telephone and requested for four complete phySical examlna- Whipple sixth grade. ,ma~g recommendations. bids. Mr. Durgin said he would draw tlons during a child's 12-year public Louise M. Rand of Portsmouth, '. Dr. ,Walker said her committee- up a motion that bids be publlclz.ed school !lfe was launched today at the Haven tlrst grade; Ethel K. Rhodes John ·iw. Durgin, Jr., Ralph Llzlo, tor presentation at the next meet- junior high school. of New Castle, Haven sixth grade· stowJ Wilder and E. Curtis Matth- ing. The 199 seventh graders are the Deborah stone of Dover Lata ett~ ews-plans to .make a close study In other business the school first to be examined by a team of 1 principal. ' Y of the aihletlc organization's flnan- board referred to the schoolhouse tbree doctors a nd a dental hyglenl 5t . \' Grace O. Devlin of Berlin New clal situation and report back at the committee a request by Mr. Beal Next week the sophomore class at Franklin fourth grade· R th E lh~xt session Oct. 11. that John E. O'Sullivan of 371 th e high school 1s to undergo '. (Matthews) O'Leary 'of uD · • """ ' Sherburne third grade and Ca,rl over, ... ,.e commttte - n a mo tion court street be appointed as a per- examlt>atlon · E -bY : Dr, Wllllam Safford Jones, manent maintenance man in the School Supt. Raymond I. Beal Erick.son of Milton Mass di t · • •: PD-also will consider the fea- 1 school department. Mr. Beal sug- eS t imated the annual cost of the of physical education and fo:~~:i~ , • ,alblllty of eatabllshlnr a stand- . gested that Mr, O'Sullivan be paid ~xamlnat1on at $500. He said the coach. ,Ins physical education commit- I $30 weekly, , Portsmouth Medical association has tee ·on .the board of education. I The board also . approved the ap- offered Its full cooperation In the The special , athletic committee I pointment of 18 new members of program waa established in July following the high and elementary school The plan, the superintendent said, the board's review of an audit of the ', faculties. ls to P.xamine pre-school, fourth, \ ,.'athletic · association's books which seventh and tenth grades youngsters. 1 .New Teac.hers . J01n • f acu 11•18S' ·S· ··~• 1n Portsmouth 0 0 I •1' . ...~t., Health Schedule Opens in Schools q I I l showed the group lost money fro~ ,J~e !30, 1947, to June 30, 1948, on every spectator sport It sponsored ·w1t the~ptlo of footba~ . __ _ �PTA"Opens Comic Book·,·c1ean·--tJ.P? '' I spoke for Mrs. Philip Scheid of ChiA campaign against the sale of speaker at a meeting of Piscataqua district to succeed Mrs. Howard Lee "objectionable" comic books to ch!l- PTA district in the Middle Street dren was launched by Portsmouth Baptist church cnapel on State street yesterday. area parent-teacher associations yest terday. ' Mrs. Gou1d old more than 50 The drive will be part of a nation- PTA unit leaders, representatives wide plan sponsored by the National and members that sale of such congress of Parents and Teachers. boo~s must be banned for ~he proTowns of the Piscataqua district tect1on of the abnormal child. participating will include PortsShe said the movement originated mouth, Stratham, Hampton, North after Oklahoma druggists protested Hampton, Rye, Seabrook, Exeter, Ep- blind buying of paper-bound books. ping, Newmarket, Newfields and Publishers insisted that a certain Newington. number of unordered and unknown At least one Portsmouth PTA is books be bought with an order. planning a special program on the Mrs. Gould also told her listeners subject. The Sherburne group will that certain books, unavailable to take as Its March topic "Are Comic adults, are being sold from under Books Really Funny?" the counter to juveniles In larger . Mrs. Pauline Gould of Cranston, cities throughout the country. R. I., publicity chairman for the Mrs. Margaret Collins of Greennational Congress, was principal land was elected president• of the ,t\~Education of Portsmouth, who was ineligible for reelection because of her appointment as chairman of the state leglslatlve committee. Mrs. Gould also protested donation of PTA funds to other organizations. "PTA funds should be used exclusively for PTA work," she maintained. "We have no right to raise money for our own vrork and then allow it to be diverted to other organizations,'' she said, pointing out that the PTA does not ask other organizations for funds. Policies of the national Congress were emphasized during a workshop conducted by Mrs. Alton W. Seavey of North Conway, state president, and Mrs. Gould. In an evening address Mrs. Gould PTA Council May Buy . .V 1sua Films A move to make Portsmouth the first city in the nation to set up a d!!flnite school visual education program was launched here last night The Portsmouth Central PJ:A~ · council-meeting In s h er b u r n e school-voted to go on record as in favor of sponsoring the project by f) direct contribution. I 1,\. LOCQ I T eQC herS Pl ay Key Roles The group was offered the alternatlye o! financing the program through bhe sale of magazine subscriptions. Martin J. Maloney, representative or Louis deRochemont Associates Inc., and George Sprague or th~ ' Readers' Digest staff outlined the project whereby local PTAs would acquire 72 reels o! visual aid films. Ellis Cox was elected council president; Donald Hooper, vice president; Mrs. Wlnnilred Renner, secretary, and Mrs. Edward J. Shea, treasurer. One the visual education films from the series, "Earth and Its People,'' was shown and it was announced that this film wlll be available for showing to PTA groups during the next two week.s. I Each delegate at last night's meet- , Ing wlil report back to his PTA and if !Ive associations In the city vote m favor of the project the council wlll assume sponsorship for the campaign to raise $3,600 cost of the series. Although only the Wentwqrth Acres and Sherburne clubs own motion plr.ture projectors it was pointed out that equipment can be renteel for a small fee. Other associa- 1 tions are raising money to pur- 1 chase projectors. Refreshment.s were served by a ' joint committee from the Lafayette and Sherburne associations. At Stote SeSSIOn • Herbert R. Hagstrom of Portsmouth Junior high school conducted a panel discussion on "The Relation of 811.larles to Competence" 1tt tocl1ty's session of the New Hampshire State Teachers association in Concord. John H. Starle, executive secretary or the association, in an address yesterday lauded Miss Alice Jeffords of 33 Highland street, Portsmouth, principal o! the New Franklin school, for her efforts in organizing elementary principals and her election as a vice president of t'he national department or elementary school principals. Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal o! Portsmouth, retiring president of the association, Is presiding o!!lcer. Americanizati()n Cla~ses to Start ; , An Americanization class In English Is scheduled to start Nov. 1 at the senior high school under the joint sponsorship or the Council or Jewish Women and the Ports- . mouth school department. Persons Interested In attending the Monday classes through the fall 1md winter months may enroll either at the !<Chool office, city hall, or at the fir~t class. The first session is to start at 7 pm. School Supt. Raymond I. Beal said Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett Is to be the Instructor. Mrs. Pickett has taught the course !or the past two years. I cago who was forced to cancel per appearance here because o! illness In her family. Mrs. Gould explained the fourpoint program of the national Congress: School education, health, world understanding and family-life education. Edward E. Brown of Keene, state safety chairman, showed new safety literature. State officers and chairman present Included Mrs. 0. V. Henderson of Durham and Mrs. William Travis of Portsmouth, past state presidents; Mrs. D. Perry Smith of Newfields, sixth vice president; Mrs. Paul Hobbs of North Hampton, state treasurer, and Mrs. Richman S. Margeson of Portsmouth, state chairman o! arts and crafts. City Neg·lected FarraglJi PTA,. ~,·w (),\5 ·Anti-Speed Sign, ,Hears ~eport .on ·. \ :School's Needs j Parents C,laim Approximately persons attend65 I i ~tlantir) Helg~1ts parents, com- i plamlng that the superintendent or ' 1streets has failed to erect an anti- . speed sign in their neighborhood \ despite an order from the city coun~ ell three months ago, were circulating a petition today for a second appeal to the city's law-makers. Mrs. · Raymond Bemis, president or the Atlantic Heights PTA, said 1.oday that the group petitioned the city council last summer, askIng for a speed limit sign at the corner or Acres road and Kearsarge way. She snld she was notified by City Clerk Eileen Foley In a letter \ dated July 3 that "upon motion o! Councilman Dondero it was voted th is sign be placed as requested under the direction of the super!ntendent of streets." • But residents addressing the meeting said they had seen nothing of the sign. Heights parents also protested the lack of protection offered by the ralllng on the Atlantic Heights hrldge. They claim that · present fence pos~ are at least a foot apart and that there ls ample room for a child to fall through the fence to the railroad ' tracks below. Both petitions will be submitted at the next PTA meeting before being presented to the city council. Herbert R. Hagstrom, headmaster of Portsmouth Junior high school addressed the meeting on "Relation of Testing to Elementary Schools." Mrs. Paul Dow was named to the , PTA Cenitral council and Mrs. curtis Layton, Mrs. Paul Ward and Mrs. 1 Willard Muder were appointed to , . the kitchen committee. Mrs. Harold Wiggin Is PTA representatlve to the community counell. Refreshments were served by the executive committee under the chairmanship of Mrs. James Blethro!!,de. , ! ed the annual membership supper. and meeting of the Whipple ParentTeacher assoqiatlon last night in the school. f -, . ' . , ~ Dr. Wilham Farrington, program' chairman, presented a past president's pin to Mrs. Robert Hayes. . Mr. and Mrs. Winslow Bettinson of ' North Hampton were made honorary members. Miss Julia Butler, school principal, listed school needs for the coming year-portable radios for music appreciation classes. new book.s for the library, new cortalns · for the 1 office and teachers' room and dinIng tables and chairs. Dr. Farrington outlined the year's program as follows: . . Nov. 10, open house and Joint meeting with the Haven PTA. Dr, Daniel G. Dittmer of the University of New Hampshire wlll speak on "Mental Hygiene In the Home and School." . · Dec. 8 Miss Phyllis Hodgdon, art teacher, wlll be guest speaker. The school examination program will be described by Miss Butler Jan. 12. • A Founders• day program and open house wlJI be held Feb. 9. Dr. S. Gerard Griffin, city physician, and Edward C. Peterson, city. managi!r, will conduct a panel dis~• cusslon at the meeting March 9. Aprll l3 will be the annual auctlon and May 11 Herbert R. Hagsttom, principal of Portsmouth• junior high school, will speak orl ·"The Transition to Junior High." 1 Ot!lcers wlll be elected. '? The attendance banner was -pre."'1 ~ented to the fourth grade. The_ Rev. ' Chester w. Parmley, pastor o! the Advent , Christian church gave the Invocation. . · The supper was under the ·dlrect1on of Mrs. Norman R. daln, Mrs. Bradford S. Goodwin, Mrs. Emil w. Peschel, Mrs. Robert J. Eaton and Mrs. Joseph Markey. . ,_ . , . Special guests included Schools Supt. a.nd Mrs. Raymond I. Beal 1 I 1-------------- �·&.i;.m : ~L-5·~~e~11~ _-:,! F_IiZ_:-Jes jl) 1 1 . ,. ~ ·' , , . ~ __!J ~I. ~-·-. ---~ Pfob~. ~.Of . ,. .T, A th le; ""S.~ how th • .,. . ., bu,~ . ow,nilng oont,ael, '~ ':::~; • __ I , .., . voted on the minority report: h t t • repair work and pure ases 110 ha Marion M. Badger, Pearl S. all contracts over $100 will be sub- ,---Gray, John C, Shaw, Dr. Walker , mltted to competitive publ!c bidand James E. Whalley, no; Mr. ding, But before giving the proLlzlo, Mr. Durgin, Dr. Jones and posal by Mr. Durgin the final nod, Mr■• Miriam K. Margeson, yes, the board referred it to the school · Aa the school board turned house committee for investigation. . ,1 thumbs down on the minority Mr. :purgln and the committee ,- \ report Dr. Jones Injected the wlll prepare amendmen~ to the 0 facetious remark: proposal so that Mr. Beal may be "Although we lost, let's ro able to purchase suppl!es and, textPortsmouth high school seniors down 1mlllng u the Boston books without public bids. Mr. Beal Braves did In 'the World Serie..'' explained that on many occasions are to have the opportunity to he Jacks sufficient time ~ publish watch• qemqcracy in action during Earlier In th"t meeting when spec!flcatlons and notify out-of- T-Je~•• r,neral.electlon when they wi1r"U to'.lne polling places .yltIt became apparent that the town firms. hall. '-1 •i; ,· , . , ,i-, , -~ board would remain mum on the , New tuition rates for !Ive sur- , ness the voting 11nd thli counting or the ballots. · · Al\)lqurh • ~• >'athletic a11cic~ 1peclal committee's report Dr, 1rounding towns sending about 200 The project has been arranged by latlon. ■till wu In ·th• ~ Jones prompted discussion with: , students to Porrsmouth schools a, of • Oct.- 'I, the· 1peclal · com- . "Enlighten me fellow memwere estab\lshed by the board. The Miss Marg&re~ Ballard, head or the mlttee'1 , only recommend&tlon' ben. Tell me how you feel towns are Rye, New Castle, Green- , social 1clence , department, In cooperaUon with city committee was ,tJie ,• appolntment oi two · about a standing physical eduland, Newington nnd Stratham. 1choo\ board. memben to aft In catlonal ,. committee. After all The kindergarten tuition was chairmen ot both major parties. Ml111 Ballard explained today with the -4iouncU.' .. : lI'm not here as a rubber sta.mp." boosted from $60 to $75; elementary that It wu part of a senlo high ~ , a ' •5-mlnute Dr. Walker then explained rates were Increased from $100 to school coune, "Problems In Deof · what Dr. Wllllani 'Bafford · , that the committee's major$115; wh!le junior and senior high mocracy." In their studies, the .Jones, D.D,, de■cribed u "one of . \ lty belleved that a fstandi_nthg school tuition rates were raised pupils keep abreast of conthe mo1t Important matter, in ' i ' committee would Inter ere w1 from $125 to $145 a year. Increased tempocary events In natlonnl the work of the board's high my 24 yean on the 1Chool board," cos t s In sc h oo1 opera ti on are resand foreign fields. school and school house comC,halnpan ,John E. Seybolt appons1"bl e f or th e a d vances, accor di ng In addition to the special work pointed E •. Ourtl1 Matthew, and mlttee. to Mr. Beal. 1.:-.. •·. \. :; _ ~-_J_';- ··' She also said that the cotmh-e Chairman Shaw o! a special com- for the Class of 1949, the pupils of .;·_ mittee and members of mlttee investigating the possibility both the junior and senior high . Joruf '.'\\'. athletic council frowned on the , l Durgin, Jr., to the o! establ!shlng l!abll!ty Insurance schools are to conduct their own )l~Iel c · u1oolatlon; proposal that a standing commitfor all school department emp!oyes elections on Tuesday. ·;. 'Their-.-: _appointments brought tee supervise the association's The results or the school elections an J abrupt halt to a iplrlted funds. . 1 announced that the commltt!'e's ret-· , port Is being delayed while City are watched by the 1 skeptical "el', dl■cusslon of. both majority and Dr. Walker said that Athletic , • Sol!cltor Samuel Levy probes legal ders" more closely than the latter .mlnorit Director Carl Erickson would like to admit. , _y ,report■ of the 1peclal phases o! the plan, One politician agreed the young~~t~e c,omposed or Dr, ~ornot have time to consult a Superintendent B e a I Informed \Della ,B,• Walker, chairman, Mr, standing committee before the school board that a saving o! sters reflect the opinions o! tneir • ~uritn, ;Ralph. A, Llzlo, Mr, Mat-. making purchar.es of athletic parents and other adults. His opin$5 a day has been made In school en·.!lnd·.Stowe Wilder, ' • iupplles or equipment. She embus rates with the abolishment o! ion was borne out a year ago when the junior school youngsters voted •', In'·•'".....,. ---••ortt.,· repo.. , Dr, Wal- . phasized that the new coach, 0 one bus at Wentworth Acres. Mr, 1 d '•'-e'· 1peclal comml'tee !or city managership. '-• 1 •• mu,t make "quick decisions' -~ ... ... • If h Beal also said that contrary to earlThe first count of the adult . ·Jnet. aept. "0 with the athletic and would be hampered e ~ "' ler belief new school bus rout.es w!ll 0 voting showed that the city ~ co11ncU and : dllcussed the , prenot be established. 1 , · wa ■ accountable to the board of manager plan had been defeattent tbianclal ' lltuatlon of the education. The board accepted a new set of ed but a recount gave It a oi:,anhatlon. The only apparent "The proposals of Mr. Llzio rules and regulations. The only majority as Indicated by the .nllllt of th e . meetlnr wa■ th e and Mr, Durgin sound like a change will be a provision for the Juvenile citizens. th 'r9119mmendatlon ' at two good experiment to me," reappointment of Mr. Ma·tthews and Miss Ballard said the program '1Ch09l," board •'nieinbel'I be apmarked Dr, .Jones. Mr. Durgin to the athletic council. !qr seniors on election day would pob;ited••to the athletic .rroup. He added: The resignation o! Miss Mary i;nclude trips to the polls under - :The iommlttee's minority re"Physical education Is worthy Mullen, sixth grade teacher at the t~e guidance of Louis Orgera, an \ ~rt;•• iubmltted by Mr, Llzlo of a dignified position in our , Farragut school, was accepted. Miss instructor, during the hours sched- , 1!-J!d ~. Durgin In the form of school system and I don't think ; Mullen, a member of the local uled for the democxacy course. _ _ ~endmen't, proposed that we should be backward." school department for more than •Ate ~ d •. of education assume The veteran school board seven years, will be married to :· ~ ...,_reii,on1lblllty" for the member then asked Schools Arthur J . Healey. ':,: Wetf9 ' physical educaSupt. Raymond I. Beal whether The board also accepted the · "i,r41in,~ .«1f the local school he thought the establishment , ~-eslgnatlon o! Thomas Trueman, l ajat~~ ,.,, , , . , of a standing physical educajanito.· at the senior high school. · ~h•. propo1ea · committee of tion comm.ittee would be "too ,'-our.~,mben would have mainrevolutionary." 10 ':. ~ ,.. • t•tl Mr. Beal replied: •· ialned the aame relatlon ■hlp to "I can't see the need of It ~ the phyilca) education and athhere. It hasn't worked well in •letl~, departments as the school other New Hampshire cities." , School department offices in city • board's school house and high Before hJs proposal was dehall wlll be closed Saturdays, it was 1chciol' 'committee, maintain to' teated Mr. Llzlo said the ath• decide"d last night at a regular ses·•· their respective departments, letlc association "needs our sion of the school board. Mr, ·Llzlo and Mr, Durgin al■o · help and we should share the The group voted to leave t he mat' recommended that all funds burden." But his reminder was ter to the discretion of Schools pertalnlnr to the Portsmouth disregarded, Supt. Raymond I. Beal, who said the athletic ·program be supervised The board also voted to office would be closed over the week• by' "the proposed standing comchange _ the__ presen~ __ plan of end unless some special activity or · mlttee. Their amendment also chore forced his office staff to work. ·called for the appointment of The majority of school boards in two > 1chool board members to the state follow that system, he said. the association In addltlon to · the- standing committee, · Bbt their suggestion• were de., teated by a 5 t~ll_~all _!Ote. · · l 'boarcl't •probe Into fh\ ope3tlon 'and frpnlzatlon of ' the Portunouth Wrh School At.ldetle &11Soclatlo,._xpected ~ r ~ t .In· bombshell-ftuled m: · 'd·aJ. mrht wi th ,~e mere appointment of two council board memben to the athletic • . The J,oard of ·e-d II cation l~~cbed lb special committte ln~~jlon early.,thl1 1ummer to d e ~ e why_ the · athletic aNOC~tloQ ' Ion · money from June~30, 1N7, ,0. June 3_0,· 1948, on e-veey ■pec'!'tor ■port I* 1pon, 1oa:,4;wlth.~e.e~ceptlon of footJ~~e H'•1gh a sch00I pup1•1s To WatchVot·1ng In Elect1on • Here «r~ to "U dlleu!don. ti:•f I i and ,. -\1l · ·- -- . • -· School Offices Ct, Close Saturdays I �\C\ Portsmouth Pupils Show Above Normal IQ in Tests Results of intelUgence tests taken last year by pupils 1n Portsmouth's first eight school grades show an average standing above the normal found ln other schools across the country, Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal said today. Local School Vote Gives Edge to fli.~ Truman, 964-644 Although national forecasts ruled out chances of a Democratic victory President Truman might find a imall ray of hope in the Portsmouth school system which cast 964 ballots for the Truman-Barkley slate end against 644 for Dewey and Warren. The fifth and sixth grades of the elementary schools and the entire junior and senior high schools "went to the polls'• today. The Progressive ballot, headed by Wallace and Taylor, received 76 votes. Herbert W. Hill of Hanover was "electecl" governor with 807 votes against a total of 788 for Sherman Adams, Republican, and 55 for Irma C. Otto, Progressive. Students reversed their Democratic trend in their votes for U. S. Senator and Congressman. Republican ,%yles Bridges was given 883 votes: Alfred Fortin, Democrat, 716, and John G. Rideout, Progressive, 67. For Congressman, Chester E. Merrow, Republican, 756: Peter R. Poirier, Democrat, 752, and Alexander Karanikas, Progressive, 67. The averages range from last year's seventh grade, one point below national standing, to the present seventh grade's high of seven points above average. Given last year, the Metropolitan Achievement tests are used in many of the nation's schools, according to Superintendent Beal. The results of the tests inaugurated a new teaching system this year in the junior high school, he disclosed. Teachers' Paj Hikes Make Record Budget 11.10 · Increased teachers' salaries and higher prices were held responsible last night for boosting the proposed 1949 school department budget to a record $648,161-$33,540 over the appropriation for 1948. Perused and approved for delivery Manager Edward C. Peterson and the city council at last J1ight•~ reguJ~r session or the school board, the budget went by largely unquestioned. Among its items was the largest comparative increase: $14,899 more next year for teachers. (The increase ls covered ln raises already granted.) to CUy • • • OTHER INCREASES ADDING to I 2Teachers Ouit; ·One Appointed ~ To Junior Higft the overall budget boost were such / The resignation of two teachers items as an additional $5,406 for inThe new plan is reducing the and the appointment of another surance. number of teachers to which the were announced last night by the "The insurance on several propseventh graders go for instruction Portsmouth board of education. from seven to four. erties had been paid for directly School Supt. Raymond I . Beal rethrough the city," Schools Supt. Mr. Beal said he belleves this proported that Miss Esther Johnson of Raymond I. Beal told the board. cedure will lessen the "impact" ot ' 172 Austin street, Grade 3 teacher "But MT. Peterson now wants it the "Jump'' from the one-teacher at the Lafayette school, and Mrs. listed directly on our budget to sixth grade to the constant change Helen Lawson of 176 Circuit road, show the cost of education." of teachers formerly faced by sevalgebra teacher at the Junior high Transportation charges were lnenth graders. school are resigning. creased $2,500 from $12,000 to $14,• • • The superintendent pointed out 500. Mr. Beal explained the increase HE SAID that Miss Regina Bulthat results from the achievement ls due to higher bus fares. bach of 50 Willard avenue has been tests hewed "fairly closely" to intelA $100 raise in janitors• salaries named to succeed Mrs. Lawson. ligence quotient averages for the means an additional $2,810 on the grades. M!ss Jc•hnson's resignation will budget. And increases ln the .Price become effective Jan. 7, according Top spot in "IQ" ratings is held by O! fuel add $1,000. to Superintendent Beal. He added this year's seventh grade with 103, It was explained that state aid that she has resigned to be married. while the present sixth grade is lowwill contribute $48,806 toward the MJSs Johnson was appointed a est in the scale with 96. budget, tuitions $25,695, dog taxes 1 1,500, and school building rental In between these two come the i!a~~;; ~d b~u!~~alG~~~~o; $1,000-totalling $77,001. present grades 4 and 9, each with Farragut and Wentworth Acres 101 "IQ" average; Grade 3, 100; This means, Mr. Beal said, that schools bP-fore being transferred to Grades 4 and 8, each With 99. $471,160 must come from the city. the Lafayette school. On the achievements tests the Board members were informed Mrs. Lawson has been teaching grades finished in the following orthat the budget does not inc.Jude at t.he Junior high school for about der; Grade 7, Grades 5 and 9, Grade the estimated cost of two new boila year and a half. Her resignation 3, Grades 4 and 6 and Grade 8. ers for the senior high school. will become effective Friday. l • • • The pre.sent bollers, Board Chair- c MI S BULBACH, a former resi- man John E. SeyboJt said have dent of New Britain, Conn., was in the bUllC:lng since it was bbeenlJt u in about 1900. griwuated from the Connecticut State Teitchers• college and served • • • as a cadet teacher in both the THEY ARE SAFE, . according to Junior and Senior high schools in insurance Jnspe:::tors, Mr. Seybolt Bald, ~ut may break down and Deed that city. &he started her new duties Portsmouth schools will observe "American Education week" starting replacing at any time. this week. Monday with a series of open house programs ·and special meetings for Prior to discussing the budget The board did not appoint a parents. Y) 'i the board approved paYffient of bln_; successor for Miss Johnson as no Various Portsmouth stores will*--- • - - - - -- -- - - totalllng $10,759 and heard minor candidates are available, according dlsplay window exhibits o_f work tlons will hold a joint meeting at reports of both the hig,h school and to Mr. Beal. A substit.ute teacher done b.l:' the home economics and 7:30 pm in the Whipple school. elementary school committe B th may be named later, he said. mechamc arts departments and the Special radio programs wm be reports dealt wlth budget re:~u~ts city'sThe schools. presented throughout the week. John c. Shaw, chairman of th~ Farragut school wiJI hold sc~oolhouses and educational mathe first open house from 9 am !n Mr. Beal's regular report he said: terials committee, reportec1 on a to 3:30 pm Monday. meeting Oct. 25 and recommended Tuesday, herburne school, . Teachers and . Principals have 8:45 am to 3 pm; ,ventworth abil purchases or contracts over 10nned a committee to scrutinize e made throttgh op Acres, Whipple and Lafayette the social studies program in local Petltlve bfddin g, en, com- schools. schools, 9 am to 3:30 pm. The recommendation was ap A night session for parents wiII 1 The school attendance ls "holdProved but three exceptJons to be held at 7 pm Tuesday in the ing" at about 3,135. :i~e voted When the board sancjunior high while the Farragut The High School Athletic as.soclaParent-Teacher association w l l l ed Purchase of an individual tlon ls expected to finish the year a~ometer (ear-testing device) and meet at 7:30 o'clock in the Farragut financially solvent despite the fact school. th a l assachusetts vision test and reat it Was heavily in debt several pa rs to a dental ohaJr Wednesday, open house by Atlanmonths ago. The money, Mr. Be~l said is to tic Heights, New Franklin and Haven schools, 9 am to 3:30 pm. ;~~e from a surplus ln a section of I New England school superintendents ar e meeting in Boston Nov. wus Y~r•s budget. A Parents• night will be held at 18 and 19. the senior high school at 7 pm .Mr. Beal also reported that th A manual - or roster - of local board of education has about $100 Wedne.sday. Parents and teachers . i teachers ls to be published. to finish ou t the year and should• be will meet at the Sherburne school Several appl1catlons f9r use of at 7 o'clock and the Haven and to do it with "a slight balance labflte e over." various school buildings were either Whipple Parent-Teacher as.soclaapproved or referred to Mr. Beal. ~s~h~ Special Exhibits to Mark. Education Week Here fi :f;; lt ooi 1 �Comic Book Investigators Named byLa~y~tePTA . A special committee to study the contents of comic books on sale throughout the city was named last night by the Lafayette Parent-Teache1· ~~ 3. - - - - - - - lf-,- - - - - A picture about Malayan children The committee compo.sed of Mrs. John Tilley, Mrs. Ralph Knight of Negroid complexion, entitled and Mrs. Charles H. Ba.tchelder, "Our Jungle Nomads," was shown to will re;.,ort back to the association a group of children 1n an Atlanta, Ga., school from which Negroes at tne January meeting. A sp')kesman for IJhe group said were barred, he related. Followfng the showing o! the mothe committee has not met yet and rio defi11ite plans for the study ha.ve tion picture, he said the students were asked: bPen m:ide. "Would you like to have these Approximately 50 persons attended the meeting held in the school. children for your playmates?'' Miss Esther Johnson, reporting The answer was an overwhelm- \ for the music committee, announced Ing "yes," he told the overflow the purc-nase of two radios and sev- crowd at Temple Israel, iscene of ernl educational records for use in the anniversary observance. the classroom. Mrs. Henry Tilton But Hollywood, he said, haS made donated a cabinet model radio. no similar progress 1n movies outJamf'S Piper reported on tne or- side of the entertainment field. ganiza,tion of a PTA-sponsored Boy • • • scout cub pack and announced PEOPLE may mention "Gentlethr appointment of Jeremy R. Wal- men's Agreement" or "The Snake dron, Jr., as cub master. Pit" as examples or education in • • • films. But, he maintained, these s PPORT of a visual aid pro- films provided au "exciting plot" to gram for the city's schools was draw people to t.he theater, rather approved. than serving as real educational An appropriation of $75 was made measures. for the school libra.I'Y. "Hollywood ls the only company Miss Margaret Simpson, principal I that can make a $2,000,000 or $3,of the Sherburne school, spoke on I 000,000 mistake and stlll keep go"Children's Books." ing," hi! remarked, and therefore Motion pictures of the 6Chool has "a moral obligation beyond enHalloween party were shown by Roy Peterson. The attendance banner tertainment." Following his talk, Mr. deRochewas awarded to the fifth grade. Muriel Bennett Maker was guest morit showed the group the movie that he had shown in Atlanta, and soloist. Refreshments were served by an Argentina. film, "The Earth and Its peoples" mothers of fifth grade pupils. Mr. deRochemont was Introduced to the group by Mrs. Albert H. Woulfson Mrs. Woolfson and . Mrs. Samuel M. Cohen were co-chairmen for the meeting. Mr. deRochemont's address followc d a summary by Mrs. S. Gordon association. l Use of Movies Ji '! , For Peace Urged \ By deRochemont I Is America too short-sighted to \ use motion pictures to promote peace? So questioned Louis deRochemont of Newington, producer of documentary m◊tion pictures, before more than 350 persons attending a Portsmouth section, National Council of Jewish Women, 28th anniversary program last night. Mr. deRochemont underscored his query by declaring that the use of educational films can introduce children to people of other la.n<ls, and that documentary fllms about American people can give people abroad a correct picture of American life. • • • MR, DEROCHEMONT, whose recent productions Include a series o! mms aimed at visual education 1n the classrooms, then described the \rlfluence 1,f motion pictures "teach-, Ing for peace." I Task of work accomplished by the group. • • • MRS. TASK told the group that the council's committee on service to foreign-born worked witih Postmaster Peter J. Hickey on the registration of aliens during tne last war. Hospitality committee members were Mrs. Hyman Krasker, Mrs. Joseph Levitt, Mrs. Abraham Selzer, Mrs. W!lJlam Hirshberg and Mrs. Benjamin Blankenberg. Hostesses were Mrs. Albert Sa.dos, Mrs. Joseph Schlmelman, Mrs. Jack Dinr.erman, Mrs. Charles Gouse, MIS, Leo Herskowitz and Mrs. Harold Glazer. Mr . Joseph Pasternak and Mrs. Sam el Gerstein were 1n charge of decor t!ons. Mrs. Abraham Singer and Mrs. Jack V!ldman were co-chairmen 1n charge of refreslu;nents. OPEN WIDE-Fourteen-year-old Eleanor Salvadore, daughter of Nlcanor Salvadore, chief cook, USN, undergoes a. thorough check by Dental Hygienist Patricia. MacDonald as part of the school department's dental care program. (Portamoutb Herald photo) J1. '3 School Dental ·Program Shows 70o/o Need Care Regular Inspections under a dental education program-launched this year by the Portsmouth school department-already have revealed that 70% of the children examined in two schools need dental attention. I I School Supt. Raymond I. Beal ex- lf The superintendent - added that pressed satisfaction today with the a dental program is not "a new progress made b~ added, "We're thing !n Portsmouth. There was going to intensify our campaign to one here when I first came, 30 make both the children and their _years ago. But it went out of existparents a.ware of the importance of ence In a. few years. good dental care." · Examinations have been conduct"Before- the war the program ed by Dental Hygienist pa;trlcla was revived, but when dentists MacDonald at Farragut school and were called Into the service, and similiar work is under way at Ha.- other were carrying full patient ven school. The six other elemen- I loads, we had to give it up." tary schools are to be visited later The school department plans, In by Mrs. MacDonald. addition to the work of the dental "We want pa.rents to understand hygienist, to conduct regular In-. what we're trying to do," Mr. Beal struction on care of the teeth and sa.l<i, "and t.o Improve their under- diet In the elementary classrooms. standing we are sending expla.na• • • tory letters home by the pupils a SUPJ;RINTENDENT BEAL reweek • before Mrs. MacDonald visits ported that examinations this year each sc'hool." are being held only In the ele• • • mentarv grades, with the exception BE EXPLAI EO that if a child's of the seventh grade and the sophoteeth need the attenton of a den- more class at the high school. t!st a notice to that effect is sent Tho.se two grades also are schedto the parent, urging that the child uled for complete physical examinbe taken to the family dentist. ations and the dental check up Ls In the case of underprivileged to be made at the same time. children, Mr. Beal said that through Later In the year, the fluorine .the cooperation of local service ortreatment team sponsored by the st.l.te eduoa.tlon department is to ganizations, members of the Ports- visit Portsmouth and pa.rents will mouth Dental association have be asked to permit their children ail'reed to do necessary repair work to take the treatment which Is !nat a. reduced fee. tf'nded to protect the teeth against decay, according to Mr. Beal. I �Visual Educat ion Plan Gains Moinentum School Board Move Student Concert Set for Friday • H.1ghu_,, At Jun1or Portsmouth's high school orchestra and choir will present its first ~15" formal concert of the year at 8 pm next Friday at the Junior high school. David Kushlous, school music director, announced today. The affair will feature not only the 60-voice choir in, special Christmas music, but also the combined John W, Durgin, Jr., suggested Superintendent Beal announced efforts of school musicians from that the $2,500 appropriation be tak- that the Portsmouth Athletic assoen from a $7,000 surplus which the ciation now has $1,080 in its treasSanford and Portsmouth, he said. board expects to have at the end of ury and expressed optimism that ; A dance in the school gymnasium this year. the organization would operate in is to follow the concert and music However, Chairman Seybolt dis- the black the remainder of the for the latter affair wlll be provided agreed later tn the meeting with the year. by "The Clipper Serenaders." remark: The school official said most of Among the orchestra's selections I "It would be wise to finish the the money comes from the sale of for the concert will be works by year with a surplus rather then season basketball tickets. Beal's anGounod, Rachmaninoff, TschaikowPortsmouth's board of education spend every cent the council has nouncement came as a surp1ise to sky and the music of Jerome Kern. made its first move last night to given us. I think it will help us when the school board as the atliletic asIncluded In the latter will be Kern's institute a visual education prosociation had lost money from June symphonic arrangement of "Smoke gram tn local schools, climaxing a we submit budgets in future Years." 30, 1947, to June 30, 1948, on every Durgin Insisted that If part of Gets in Your Eyes." vigorous drive for such action by the the surplus was used, the film could 11pectator sport with the exception "We sincerely hope that you will local Parent-Teacher associations. be purchased before the end or the of football. honor us with your presence in supThe school board referred to tts year and the children would not • • • port of our undertaking," Mr. Kushelementary school committee for have to wait until 1949 !or the proTHE BOARD VOTED to install ious said in his message to Portsinvestigation a request by the Cengram. an Ice defros ter on the roof gu tters mouth resid,ents. " . . . not only to tral PTA councll t hat the city apSeybolt injected: "Another thing at the Senior high school this winprove your loyalty to our boys and propriate $2,500 for the purchase o! we must consider is when these ter. Beal reported that an P.lcctric girls, but to encourage our visitors 36 reels of visual education film. films will become 'chestnuts.' The cable will be erected in the front from Sanford high school. The decision followed a 45-mlncountry 1s moving at a fast pace of the building over the ent rances ute "sales talk" by Ellis T. Cox, Cenand near the rear fire escapes. and they may soon be out moded.'' tral PTA council president, who outMrs. Miriam K. Margeson ques- · A proposal that new stokers be lined the advantages of such an edutioned the cost of the films. She Installed at the Junior high school cational program. maintained that f.t would be cheap- was rejected following a report by Cox explained that 36 films must er 1! the city purchased ordinary the schoolhouse committee that the be obtainect at a cost of $100 each travel films at $20 a reel rather school's boiler would have to be r ebefore a comple te program can be . than pay $100 for one of the de• paired !or the work. 0 inaugurated. He said local PTA Rochemont movies. David Kushious, muslc supervisor officials have consulted with Low and his assistant, Miss Elizabeth deRochemont of Newington, proMrs. Margeson added, "I don't Hagar were given permission to Flretrrup school buildings may be ducer of visual education movies think the deRochemont films are attend a music conference in Baltithe r ule and not the exception in and that deRochemont has offered any different than tra.velogs" more, Md., March 6-9. New Hampshire-as a state educato donate $1,100 toward the $3,600 tion official said yesterday-but Her remark was disputed by Cox, . Superintendent Beal reported that cost if the city of Portsmouth raises such ls not the case in Portsmouth however, who explained that the Supervisor Kushlous will present a $2,500. Schools Supt. Rli.Ymond I. Beal con~ movies are made on a more per- Christmas musical program Friday Cox pointect out, however, the tended today. Sherburne and Wentworth Acres , sonal basis. He said that deRoche- night at the Junior high school. He I mont's photographers work closer to said the high school glee club, choIn a re~ort from Concord yester- 1 schools are the only ones tn the city day, State EducatiQO Commissioner foreign families and that the films rus and orchestra wlll Join the Saneq~lpped with movie projectors. He Hilton C. Bu I e Y substantiated depict a more intimate view of for- ford, Me., school orchestra in the said they were purchasect by the program. eign family life. charges by the state fire marshal / associations and that the other six th ~t many New Hampshire school Parent-Teacher groups in the city School Supt. Raymond I. Beal rebmlding_s are "hazardous" fire risks. would do likewise if the city decided ported tJhat he always h as been a Superintendent Beal, however, toto buy the !llms. staunch supporter of visual educaday maintained that -Portsmouth's • • • tion in the schools but that t he cost 10 school buildings "definitely" THE PTA OFFICIAL announced must be considered by the board were not in the hazardous risk classthat about 75 % of parents or elebefore any definite action Is taken. es. ( men tary school children h a v e • • • pledged support to bhe visual eduDR. CORNELIA B. WALKER ask"OUR ;1'WO-~T~R~ buildings are / cation movies. 1 ed Cox whether it would be feasible now eqmppect with sprinkler sysPrincipals of five elementary to rotate use of the two projectors tems In the hallways, cutting down schools in Portsmouth have apat tihe Sherburne and Wentworth ' the danger to youngsters in case of proved the plan because the movie Acres schools rather than purchase a ;.ire emergency," he explained. series is the only one in existence projectors for each school. And all the buildings have ade- 1 parallel to regular geography.Je ons Q~~te fire escapes and proper exits. taught in school, according· to Cox. "Who'll take the projectors to the For example, the Wentworth He emphasized: various schools? We'll have to have school, although of Wooden con"Visual education 1s a dire need tn a messenger service," Superintend{struction, has four easily accessible our school system." ent Beal added with a chuckle. I100:,s and is only a one-story buildCox added that the neighboring ng. The board voted to refer the towns of Rye, Newington and New PTA's request to the elementary Castle also are expected to launch committee on a motion by Mrs. visual education programs in their Margeson. schools. Cox was accompanied to the • • • meeting by Edward J. Shea, presiCONSIDERABLE DISCUSSION dent of the Sherburne PTA, who , followed Cox' recommendations. also described what he believes are I Chairman John E. Seybolt said he advantages of a visual education believed that the request should be program. referred to the school house committee !or investigation tn view of the !act that the program would affect elementary school children. 75% of Parents Support Movies, PTA Head Says City Schoo·Is Safe From Fire Peril, Beal Maintainst' r ZI �School Board Delays Visual UC a .on Pl an E~ 1 A tk I American Legion Installs !'2'2 Ralph as Leader Atwell Ralph H. Atwell was inducted as commander of Frank E. Booma post No. 6, American Legion, last night at installation ceremonies in the Legion hall, High street. ·* Installing officer was Robert Fle~ welling, cmmander of district No. , ~ 3, assisted by dlstricb officers. '1\ } ~ Other officers Installed were: t · · Forrest E. Morrison, first vice ,J I S E. CURTIS: ~~TTHE\l\'S report- commander; Sylva Sirois, second ed that he hi¥! telephoned Producer vice commander; Jeremiah Greeley, deRochemont l In New York yester- chaplain; Arthur H. Woodworth, day and that ,,deRochemont has as- adjutant; Omer J. Comeau, finance 1'09 ffl sured him tha,t the $1,100 offer will officer; Cyril Ashworth, sergeantstand, regardl~ss of when the board at-arms. decides to ins1,itute the visual edu'.I1homas Flynn, service officer ; A vi·sual education program for cation progran:1. Daniel S. O'Brien, historian; Theolocal so:hools will be shelved until Mr. MattheVllS agreed with Chalr- dore Butler, Andrew Graves and 1949 be(:ause the board of education man Seybolt tl!1at the board should Robert Noble, auditing commitbee- I wants -to remain on ·'diplomatic , use discretion jand be "diplomatic" men; and Walter Johnston, past terms" with the city council by with the cound".l which he described commander. ending •the year with an estimated as •·our source., of lncome." Greetings were extended to the $12,000 11 m·plus. "If we vote for this $2,500 tonight post from executives at the PortsThe board decided to wait until it will look as though we're trying mouth naval shipyard. Mayor Cecil next ye0.r to a?propriate $2,500 to to get money ;from the council at M. Neal and Councilman Roland launch the visual education pro- the 11th hour.. That's not good I. Noyes spoke on behalf of the gram afl',er Chanman Joh11 E. Sey- business," Mr. Matthews reminded city while Joseph Loutlher, combolt m:e intalned that the move the board. inander of Emerson Hovey post No. would "#eopardize our friendly relaHe said that it would be ·•more 168, Veterans of Foreign wars, tions with the councll'I 1f made at 0. diplomatic" if Chairman Seybolt spoke for his group. 1I Other speakers were Mrs. Carroll the 11th hour in 1948. The d.f)clsion to stall action until goes before the council when they _ sterling of Portsmouth chapter, Gold star Mothers of Ame:rica, the city ,council Is ready to consid- consider the 1949 budget and ask er the 1!149 budget was made at a that 1949 figures be swelled by I me.; Mrs. Pauline Conlon, president of the auxiliary of Frank E. special board meeting last night and $2,500. Sgt. Edward Pat.rick Anania who followed ~in elementary school com· Mr. Matthews c-ffered a resolution Booma post; Clarence Fielding, mlttee's 1:ecommendatlon that the that the board accept the "kind president of bhe New Hampshire , was discharged from the army signal corps at Warring ton, Va., $2,500 be taken from the 1948 budget cffer" of Mr. DeRochemont and ex- \ veterans' association. for the purchase of 36 reels of vis- tend to the PTA the board's apLegionnaires were present from Monday, has arrived home hfl.er ual educaltion :film. The committee's preciation for the interest they Dm'ham, Kensington, EJJ)ping, Newtwo years of service. report w1w accepted but the recom- have shown in the visual education market, Rochester, New fie 1 d s, mendatio~ was not adopted. plan. The resolution was adopted. Hampton, Exeter and Kittery. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter • • • The Rev. William Safford Jones, \ A dance followed the inStallation. A. Anania of 155 Maplewood aveUNDER .PROPOSALS by the Cen- D. D., another member, said he favnue, he was graduated from Portstral Pare,nt-Teacher association ors the program which he described mouth high school with the class council, the city would provide $2,- as "progressive education" but added of 1946. He plans to enter the Uni500; Louis deRochemont, producer that "we must deal tactfully with versity of Vermont in September of visual tl'ducatlon movies would the city council." 1 to study chemistry. donate $1~00 worth of :films; and Dr. Cornella B. Walker said, "It's various PT.A's In the city would pur- not clear to me how the school deSergeant Anania. was employed chase mov le projectors. partment feels about this program," by the circulation department of Chairman Seybolt reported that and Schools Supt. Raymond L Beal 1 The Portsmouth Herald for 11 y.lars. he was not,! opposed to a visual edu- assured her that he and all faculty cation program in the local gchool members are in favor of it. • • • system but: thought that the board's HOWEVER, MR. BEAL said it "last mlnuite" procedure was "defwould be a "wise move" to follow initely wrohg." He said hat it would be "health- · Chairman Seybolt's suggestion that ier" for rel~,tions between the board the program be shelved untll the of educat101:1 and the city council if council considers next year's budget. He added: the visual e,t.lucatlon plan was adoptE. William Allen of 14M Dennett j "This year was the first time that ed with mOJlleY appropriated to the street, Portsmouth, a second year It has been a pleasure for me to sub, · school dep~iltment in 1949 rather 1 student at Bowdoin college, has been than "attempt to use all our sur- mit a budget to the councll and get named secretary-treasurer of the everything I wanted. We have a sub-\ plus funds this year." ;ch_ci~l's Political forum. a student stantial surplus this year and we Mr. Seybolt said that the 1949 act1v1ty which sponsors speakers budget alre,idy has been submitted shouldn't do anything to break fatt0 tlon program concluded when polls and discussions. ' to the cou~ ell and he assured his with the council." Chairman Seybolt remarked: Mr. Allen, a graduate of Portsfellow med1bers that "we won't "I hope that when the board's mou~h high school, also has been Mr. Beal sald that the school dehave any ftrouble Increasing the partment had a surplus of 1947 funds finance committee goes to the counappomted ta the program of figures by p2 ,500 because the prothe Student World Federalist an and that this had something to do cil and asks for an additional $2,500 ject is need1~ In the school .system." with the fact that the council made that PTA members will be there to organization supporting a fede;ated The board chairman said that In world government. back us up. Even if they just sit in no cuts In the 1948 budget. past years JWhen he ha.s 11ubmitted the council chambers during the Ellis T. Cox, Central PTA council the school department's budget "at hea-ring." least one c~uncll member" has re- president, who proposed the visual Mr. Cox smlled and assured education plan on behalf of his ormarked "No matter how much we Ohairman Seybolt, "Don't worry ganization, said he was "satisfied" give them they'll spend it anyway." we'll be there." "I'd like to !disillusion that thought . with the board of education's coIn other business the board voted operation. But he added there is no tllis year," Qhalrman Seybolt said to purchase encyclopedias for all reason why the council should "disstaunchly. trust" the school board when visual elementary schools at a. cost of $800. Mr. Beal was given permiss\on to education "ls such a worthy cause." transfer necessary funds to balance Discussion of the visual educathe 1948 budget. • YW B d Un tO egin B F d p ra in 1949 I Edward Anania Ends Army Duty I l I E. William Allen Wins Forum Post'Jq \ At Maine Colle~e . .. I �Keith Boss To Graduate From Military Academy C. H:~ Batchelder, loca·I Attorney, Dies at Home 5 Keith A. Boss, son of Mrs. G. Victor Boss of 796 Middle street will be graduated this month from the U.S. Military academy at West Point and commissioned a second lieutenant ln the field artillery, the army announced today. A well-known Portsmouth attorney diet! unexpectedly yesterday at his home, 1195 South street, at 72 year3 of age. . Charles H. Batchelder, a practicing lawyer in Portsmouth for the past 48 years, was found dead in his bed early last night. Dr. Wendell P. Clare, medical referee said death was due to coronary ~c11.!3t;;::i, Mr. Batchelder was born in Portsmouth, May 12, 1876, the son of the late Charles E. and Nellie (Dearborn) Batchelder. His early education was in Portsmouth schools. He was a graduate of Harvard university and Harvard law school. In 1900 he was admitted to practice before the New Hampshire bar and became associated with the late John H. S. Frink and the late William E. Marvin. The firm later became Marvin, Batchelder and Peyser. • s.1 I LT. KEITH A. BOSS . U2 Lt. Keith A. Boss ' To Spend Holiday At Home in Rye He was in later years associated with Judge Thomas H. Simes. While never very active in politics, Army Lt. Keith A. Boss, son of Mr. Batchelder served a term as county solicitor and in 1942 was a Mrs. G. Victor Boss of Cable road, defeated candidate for the Ports- Rye, has been graduated frQlD an officers' basic ' course at an army mouth city ct>uncll. Outside of his law practice, Mr. ground school at Fort Riley, Kan., Batchelder's chief interests were and is spending the Christmas holim the Portsmouth Historical society, days with his mother. of which he was vice president; A graduate of the U. S. m111tary New Hamp.mire Historical society, academy last June, Lieutenant Boss of which he was also a vice presi- will report to a field artillery school dent; and the Portsmouth Athe- 1 at Fort Bliss, Tex., for specialized naeum. 1 branch training. He will leave Rye He was also a , trustee of the Dec. 31. Chase children's home and atA graduate of Portsmouth high tended St. John's Episcopal school In 1943, Lieutenant Boss atchurch for many years. tended the University of New Mrs. Batchelder, who was the Hampshire before entering West J ormer Margaret H. Hatch of GreenPoint In 1944. He was elected presiland, died last February. dent of the freshman class at UNH The couple had five children, all and was employed as an announcer of whom survive. They are Charles by radio station WHEB before reE. Batchelder of Richmond, Va.: ceiving his appointment to West Robert Batchelder of Baton Rouge, Point. I La.; Richard Batchelder of Grand · Island, N. Y.; Mrs. Eleanor B. Breese of Rochester, N. Y.; and Mrs. Herbert C. Zitzewitz of Wash1 Jngton, D. C. Mr. Batchelder Is also survived by two brothers, Paul, of Austin, Tex., &.nd John, of Fall River, Mass. William T. Betton, Noted Musician, Succumb?~t 85 Cadet Boss, an _a ppointee of U. Rep. Chester R. Merrow (R-NH), attained the rank of cadet supply sergeant during his !irst class year at the academy. Prior bo accepting Congressman Merrow"s a,ppointment, the local youth attended the University of New Hampshire, Durham. He was elected president of his freshman class at the university in the first , election of class officers held dur-1 ing a summer session. 1 At West Point, Cadet Boss was a I member of the Radio and Ski clubs, the General committee and was coauthor of "The 100th Night Show." William T. Betton, 85, one of the oldest musicians in Portsmouth and a descendant of Matthew Thornton, a, signer of the Declaration of Independence, died yesterd11.y at the home of his son, Comdr. Matthew 'r. Betton, USN, cret.) of 176 Orchard street. A prominent local club member be was a native of North Hampton and as a young man traveled with the Barnum and Balley circus as a musician. For many years he was the leader of the old Kearsarge Fife and Drum corps and the Franklin Pierce musical unit, both of Por-tsmouth. • • • WHEN HE WAS 67 he was one of the oldest persons to maroh in the national America-n Legion parade in Boston in 1930. Mr. Betton was a member of the National Society of Descendants of Signers of the Declaration of Independenre. He also was past chancellor of Damon lodge, Knights of Pyth.las and a member of os:;ood lodge, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, both of Portsmouth. A nativP of North Hampton he married the former Miss Elizabeth J. Stewart of Portsmouth Sept. 29, 1887. She died March 6, 1943. Besides his son, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. B e a tr 1 c e Georgatus of Portsmouth and Mrs. Dorothy Rotondo of Hartford Conn.; nine grandchildren and great-g,randchildren. I Veteran Railroad Telegrapher, Charles L. Beaton, Dead. at 65 Charles L. Beaton, 65, of 50 O r - * - - - - - - - - - - - - - chard street, ticket agent and telegrapher in charge of the local Boston and Maine railroad office 15 years, died at Portsmouth hospital yesterday. A native of Jefferson, Mr. Beaton was a resident of Portsmouth 37 years and •had been afflliabed with railroads more than 40 years. Mr. Beaton joined the Maine Central railroad in North Conway and transferred shortly after to the Boston and Maine at Milton. j He was a member of St. John's lodge No. 1 F and AM; Royal Arch chapter No. 3, Davenport council No. 5 and DeWitt Clinton Commandel'y, KT, of this city, and the order of Railway Telegraphers. He attended the North Congregational church. Survi ors include his wife, Mrs. CHARLES L. BEATON Annie H. Beaton and a sister, Mrs. Josie Rolfe of Brighton, Me. 18 �Nancy Brackett of Portsmouth Reigns As Queen of UNH Winter Carnival Comely Nancy Brackett of Portsmouth, 19-year-old University o! New Hampshire sophomore will reign as queen of the annual winter carnival at the state university this weekend In Durham. Daughter of Mrs. Ralph D. Brackett or 12 Whipple court, Miss Brack• ett was chosen queen of the carnival from a selected field of pretty coeds. The carnival queen Is a graduate of the Portsmouth high school and trarisferred last September to the University of New Hampshire from Syracuse university. She was ,ice president of the Clan of 1946 at the Portsmouth high school and a cheer leader for three ·ears. She also was artlve In the Girls' Athletic as• soclatlon and served on many dance committees. At the university she Is majoring In English and is one of the leaders in her class. She resides at Smith hall, ln Durham. Her father, the late Ralph D. Brackett, was a three-sport coach at Portsmouth high school and one of the most popular Interscholastic sports figures in New Hampshire. She has a brother, Ralph, who Is a graduate of Dartmouth college and is in his 'third year at Harvard Medical school Her brother was captain of the Phillips Exeter academy basketball team five years ago and also played at Dartmouth. Queen Nancy will begin her reign Thursday night as the annual carnival opens in Durham with skiers from a dozen eastern colleges, including Middlebury and Dartmouth, entered in the wtnter sports events. The annual winter carnival at the university has become the leading social event of the winter sport.s calendar in the Granite State and attracts many visitors from the east. Special trams and bu!ies will bring carnh·al "dates" to Dur• ham Friday mornini to beain a Joan Brag tman N Presented Award By DAR Chapter A DAR good citizenship pllgtim~ age pin and certificate were awarded to Joan Brightman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T, R . Brightman of Park street, at a morning coffee Saturday by Ranger chapter, Daughters o[ the American Revolution, a.t the home of Mrs. Fred G. Procter on Kensington road. Mrs. Ira Newick of.Rumford, R. I ., and Mrs, Charles w. Gra-y poured. Hostesses included Mrs:· Procter, Mrs. Flagg Grant, Mrs. Le.on Ashe, Mrs. Joseph P. Marden, Mrs. Robert Lord, Mrs. J . F, Crockett and Mrs. Ernest Stafford. · At the business meeting which followed, a. contribution waE> voted for the American Red Cross, and Mrs. Ira Brown was admitted Into the chapter as a new member. The nominating comnuttee waE> chosen a.s follows: Mrs. Procter, Mrs. Albert Fagen, Mrs. Leon Ashe, Mrs, Charles w. Gray and Mrs. Fred Ha.yes. A white elephant sale was held, It was announced that the next meeting, April 12, would be a Guest night at th, women'• : club. NANCY BRACKETT (Portsmouth Herald photo) weekend of entertainment: Patricia LincoJ:n Johnson of 158 Rockhill avenue was one of four coeds elected aides to the queen. Only married student among the candida tes for queen, her husband is George R. Johnson, also a student at the university and, like his wife, a senior. Other aides to the queen are Claire Rouillard of Claremont, Ruth Coombs of Maplev.ood, N.J., and Carolyn Townsend of Cambridge, Mass. Mrs. Dorothy B. Bovard Joan Brightma __·- JOAN BRIGHTJ\1AN t Cited Fo~ .~Golden Deeds' Good Citizenship Leader 0 Mrs. Dorothy B. Bovard , general ert Caswell and John Davi& as a secretary o[ the Famlly Welfare ascommittee to formulate plans 60ciation, has been chosen by the for sponsoring a Dover club. PortE;mouth Exchange club for its Stanley Tucker was named pub• , flrst annual "Book of Golden Deeds" Jlclty chairman for 1948. award. Tentative plans v.:ere discussed The award 1 made to some for a state Exchange club conven5 person In the city who has workt10n to be held next summer, posed for the betterment of the slb!y in Portsmouth. A letter was community but who has received little or no recognition. The presentation of a token handlettered certificate to Mrs. Bovard v.ill be made at a meeting of the club Tuesday in the Rockingham hotel. The board of directors and trustees of the local association, state welfare workers and city offic1,3,ls will be invited to attend. A general "Ladies night" Will be ob;;erved, Mrs. Bovard's name v.·ill be the first to be inscribed in iold In the club's Book of Golden Deeds. At lta meetinr last night the club named Valentine Lear, Rob- I I 1a.. '1.-.,_ I The senior class at Portsmouth high school has selected Joan Brightman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Brightman of 151 Park street, as representative of Ranger chapter, Daughters of t11e American Revolut1on, In the DAR-sponsored Good Citizenship contest. Miss Brightman ls vice president of her class, president of the Girls will be present at the meeting unHi club, secretary of the National der direction of Mrs. Albert A. ' Honor society and head cheerleader. Fagan of New Castle, district chair- 1 read from the New York Herald man. The state meeting is to be held Tribune Fresh Air fund committee She also ls a member of the , in Concord Feb. 14. thanking the group for Its work last Girls' Athletic association, a "Good Citizens" are selected for summer in arranging two-week visits member of the high school ·n Portsmouth f N y k hi! / orchestra aud a member of the their service, dependability, scholasl or ew or c tic ability, leadership, citizenship and dren. The club voted to continue its Science club. Active In Tri Hy-Y work, the local patriotism. work next summer and has received word that the children will arrive girl was a delegate to Granite Girls' state In 1946 and Is a past president here July 27. A letter of thanks also was read of the Methodist Youth fellowship. from the mother of the family which Miss Brightman is to participate the club "adopted" at Christmas In the district DAR contest Jan. time. 26 at the Port!imout11 Community Mr. Tucker announced that at the center (USO building). Jan. 20 meeting a speaker would be present from the House of Zion, Representatives from Newmarket, Boston, to address the group on the Exeter, Dover, Rochester and Epping Palestine situation. l l �Sailor Bob Crompton Set For School Again "It's grea• to be home," declared Bob Crompton, former Pcrtsmouth high and University of New Hampshire athlett!, as he relaxed in a soft chair yesterday afternoon and watched the rain falling outside. Tbe former Clipper basketball and track star arrived fn Portsmouth this week after a 22month tour of duty, with the navy which toolc him from New York to China, Japan and back to San Diego. , __ First lhkllng his folks, · Mr. and Mrs. Frederick R. Crompton of 2117 Austin street, had that Bob was coming home for good when the young athlete called from dhicago Saturday night and said he would be home Sunday. His father, Ted Cl'ompton who Is first assistant engineer of the Portsmouth fire department, was fighting the $60,000 fire at Kray's last Saturday night when he got word that his son was on his way home, He grinned through fireblackened lips that "Bob is coming home tomorrow." Bob said yesterday that he plans to get back to the university for the second term of his freshman year as soon as the classes change, Bob left in March of i946 after the last basketball game to begin his tour of duty with the navy. 'I'he young Wildcat l'eceived his varsity letter in baske~ball that year and this leads to complications. H~ -is a freshnian at the UniversJty . of N'ew Hampshire but cannot ·compete with the fleshman team because he has received a varsity letter. He cannot play on the intl'amul'al teams because he Is a varsity lett~Iman. The varsity seaso11 is .haft over and it ,vould waste a year of eligibility lf he should try to gain a spot on the varsity team now. · When Bob was in school all the major insmutions had agreed on the freshman eligibllity rule which meant that Mr. Clark was a member of St. John's lodge, No. 1 AF & AM; the Washington chapter, No. 3, Royal Arch Masons; the Lion's club, the Tri-County Electrical associates and the Portsmouth High school Alumni association. During the last war, Mr. Clark 11ssisted In the coaching of the Portsmouth high school football teams ,md acted as wrestling coach. I Although not active in partisan polltlca, Mr. Clark wa-s a candidate , last fall for the city's first nonpartisan board of education. I He ls survived by his wife, Mrs. Helen (Tilton) Clark: a 14-year old son, Richard T. Clark; a sister, Mrs. ,iathalte Shaughnessy of Honolulu, T. H.: two brothers, Robert B. o! Port.smouth and • G. Melvin of Hamptcn Beach; and his mother. Bradley Marston Clark, 40, of 208 Willard avenue diect suddenly this morning at the home of his late father-In-law, WiJ!iam F. Tilton, 39 Chauncey street. Mr. Clark had been making arrangements for the funeral of Mr. 'l'llton, which is to be held this afternoon, when he was taken llI at 9 o'clock last night. He died at 8 :30 am today. He was a native of Portsmouth, born Nov. 7, 1908, the son of the late George H. Clark and Ethel (Marston) Clark. At the time of his death he was an electrlcai engineer on the staff of the American Woolen Co., Lawrence. Previously he had been associated with the New Hampshire Gas and Electric Co. ,." ,;i. \t:! ,). A . . /James Culberson .Takes Job With· Insurance Firm</ I The former Portsmouth hig'h athletic director and football coach has completed an extensive course on the subjects in which he will specialize. He -will work in the field for the next few months before going to the home office· of the company in Springfield, Mass., for advanced training, I M C lb r. u erson will work in and around Portsmouth but his office will be in Manc'hester for the present, Mr. Holmes added: The former physica l eclucation director resigned his post in the Portsmouth schools last montb. He had been associated r He is a graduate of Southwestern college In Memphis, Tenn ., and 'holds an M.A. degree from Columbia university. Mr. Culberson is a member of the Portsmouth Rotary club, Wa1,vick club, American Football Coaches' association, the New Hampshire Track Coaches' association and president of the State Physical Education association. Rev. Robert Dunn Named To Staf~1 For UNH Youth1.1 The Rev. Robert H. Dunn, rector of St. John's Episcopal church ln Portsmouth and the Rev. Leverett DavJs of Exeter have been appointed to the• staff of the Summer Youth Conference sponsored by the Youth Department at the University of New Hampshire. They were named by the Rev. Randall C. Giddings, chaplain to Episcopal students at UNH and director of youth for the Episcopal Diocese of New Hampshire. Mr. Giddings has announced that a fu ll conference of 70 delegates has registered for th e two week period from Aug. 22 through Sept. 4. I with school work in Portsmouth fo1· the past 10 years-eight of them as football coach, JAMES M. CULBERSO In San Diego for a short stay last year. Bob went to school in San Diego for a short time but caught up with the Hamner again when It was tied up Jn Hong Kong, From Hong Kong they went to Tsing Chao and later over to Japan and Manila. In Japan he met Sheldon Varney of Rochester who was a member of the same class Bob was at the Ul1lvers!Ly. Young Varney is a well-known high Jumper and won the New England championship his freshman year at the university. Varney and Crompton went to the Japanese track and field meet and Bob watched him jump just less than six-feet to lose t)1e title by a catls whisker. On his way home young CrnmptiJn met Bob Riese, former PHS trackman who ls now a pharmaci~t•s mate In the navy and serving aboard the aircraft carrier Valley Forge. "Ye sir! It 1s great to be home," said Bob as he whisked away into the rain and snow. James M. Culberson, former di. rector of physical education for Portsmouth schools, has joined the estate planning and tax department of the MassachuseU-.s Mutual Life Insurance Co., Philip B. Holmes, New Hampshire general agent, reported today. BRADLEY M. CLARK Bradley M. Clark Dies Arranging n•' Tilton Funeral "] Cl, 2 ').. boys could play for four years on varsity teams. This has changed now and the Young fellow ls in a quandary, He likes to shoot baskets but his only chance to do that will be to get over to the field house late some evening for a crack at the ball and basketball court. Next rear's New Hampshire varsity tetlm should be very Portsmouthy if all goes well. With Paul Harvey, George Rafferty and Dick O'Brien due to move up and Bob Crompton eligible once again, Coach Ed Stanczyk could have himself quite a ball team, Bob was discharged from the navy with a rate of soundman third class. When he finished "boot" can'lp he was assigned to the USS Hamner, a destroyer then at the Brooklyn navy yard. They went on a shod cruise to the Oaribbean and back to New York. The ship left for its long trip half way around the world in the dead of winter and arrived 1 __ --------.-....;. �.:..at ~ome Louis de Rochemont ha& written bis "own ticket" in Hollywood and it's bringing him back io Newington for good. A freshly signed contract-the unu11ual terms of which c&used other movie men to gape in wonderment-gives de Rochemont the liberty he ha.1 &o long 11ought. Now he c&n make pictures almost u he Ipleases, and what pleases him most Is that he can make them In a,nd around bis own home town. In fact. the contract he signed yesterday with Metro-GoldwynMa er furnishes the go-ahead for at least three projected films with a New Hampshire locale-and two of these are 11cheduled for production right here in Portsmouth. De Rochemont pra.ctically dic tated hls own terms to M-G- I , according to reports from the film capital. Hi11 new five- year contract en• tltiM him to a, retainer in the form of salary, a producer's fee 11rheneyer he and the studio agree on a, picture r,ub ect, and the freedom to continue independently with a current aeries of educa.Uonal ftlm!l. The theme worked out by the producer and bis staff calb for most of the filming in Portsmouth. Selected stars from Bol• lywood will be brought here for the picture, but de Rochemont will rel largely on local resl• denta for background roles. Production of the picture 1s planned for early in the spring. The spectacular rags-to-riche& life of Frank Jonell, who came here as an immigrant and died as the renowned patriarch of Portsmouth, Is another picture subject whlch de Rochemont bas under consideration. endeavors and he applies bis De Rochemont believes that own particular technique right there is an "almost lnexhaustl• down to the final finlshlng ble wealth" of motion picture touches. material In the East generally Bis ability to make pictures and in New England partl~ular• different! -and better-than 1 , so he doesn't expect to have most people was established to stray very far from home with the March of Time, of to do hi part ln keeping the which he was one of the found• theater-going public entertained. ers. Then he went on to win Motivated largely by his de• the highest acclaim of the In• sire to spend as much time as dustry with such entertainpossible at his "Blueberry Bank" ment features as "Fighting farm off Route 16 In ewfngton, Lady", "House on 92nd Street" de Rochemont ha been seeking and "Boomerang." for Jears to sell Hollywood in• !Jut de Rochemont gives pro• terest3 011 bis theory of eastern mise of e\ en better things to picture possibilities. come, now that he can work at He made his break from Holhome. "I can do more and better lywood several years ago but work in two concentrated weeks bad to sacrifice temporarily at home," he told J\1-G·J\1 offihis right to make feature length cials, " than In six month11 here entertainment films In order in Hollywood.'' to gain release frQm the conWith that statement the Bol• tract that had held him there. 1, wood moguls gave up their at• Recentl he set up his own tempts to persuade him to re• organiz.atlon In ew Yorkmain with them and closed the Louis de Rochemont Associates, doors of the lavishly furnished Inc.-and started to write a office that had been made ready new chapter l.n motion picture for the producer prior to the history with an extensive $3,· contract talk. 000,000 geographical film pro• As de Rochemont boarded a, ject, the first integrated ser• train heading for "home", screen ies of teaching films to be of• columnlsts were muttering per• fered to public school sysplexedly about the man from tems. Newington, New Hampshire, and De Rochemont hlm&eif is the the "unheard of" working lliree• "Idea man" behind the great ment he carried with him. majority of lilil many cinematic Tl}e clincher for de Roche• mont, however, was the claur.e which enables him to determine where bis pictures shall be produced. All Utls means that Newing• ton, and Portsmouth, will be seeing a lot more of de Rochemont in the future-and they probably l\'111 be seeing some• thing of themselves on the silver screen. De Rochemont's fint full· fledged movie yenture in ew Former Mayor Mary c. Dondero h as announced the engagement Of Hampshire w111 be concerned her daughter, City' Clerk Eileen Dondero, to· John J . Foley, son of Mr. and with the e ·periences In race reMrs. Timothy J. Foley of i15 Court street. lations of a egro family In Miss Dondero was graduated from I A past president of Division 2, Keene, whose story, "Lost Portsmou.th high school ln 1936 and ! Ancient Order of Hibernians. Mr. Boundaries", wa11 recited b 1 . L. White in a recent Issue of the was secretary of tier cfaiss. she re- Foley also be1ongs to the Legion and ceived her BA 'degree in 1940 from veterans of Foreig n wars. He ls a Reader's Digest. Syracuse university Where she was a · member of the newly-named overall After that comes "Smutty member of the varsity debating 1 committee which. will manage the 11,ose", which Involves a conteam and Delta Sigma :R.ho, honor- Portsmouth Community center m temporary theme set against the ary publlc speaking fraternity. She the former USO bU1idlng on Daniels background of an historic murder case. In the semi-documenalso was a member of the executive street. tary manner that has made de · committee of the student- council, Rochemont so famous, it will ex- ' undergraduate governing .body.' .. hibit the corrupting Influence of Employed at the Portsmouth na• "ytllow" journalism on law and val shipyard during the early part order. of world War II, Miss Dondero laAs the title suggests, Um t.er enlisted in the · women's army story origin&tes from the Isle& of corps and served in Washington, D. Shoals, but the actual ease it c., and at Grenier field. Manchester. borrows from-the puz;i,ling mur• She has been city clerk for the den of two women on Smutty past two years and also Is finance No!e back l.n 18'13-la only in• officer of Frank E. Booma post No. 6, cldental. American Legion• Mr. Foley, a graduate of Port!!· mouth high in 192!), is employed in the service section of the planning department at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. During the war he served in the infantry and saw service ln North Africa and Italy. He was a ~rlsoner at Hammerstein, Germany, for 20 months. ~ileen .Dondero Engaged ·W .e d· John J. Foley To·. EILEEN DONDERO �- ~ - ~·n Portsmouth Native Heads N avy Public Relations -:_._ Rear Adm. Edward C. Ewen, USN, of Portsmouth, wtnner of many high honors for outstanding service during World War II, has been appointed director of public relations for the navy department in Washington, D. c. 'A;, Admiral Ewen, one of the navy's* - - - - - - - - - - - - - - football Immortals, Is the son of the ' late Mr. and Mrs. George Ewen of Burkitt street. He Is a graduate of the Portsmouth high scohol and the U.S. Naval academy. He was selected by Walter Camp as an AU-American end for two successive years while a member of the varsity football team at the Naval academy. Both years he captained the Navy squa·d, an honor accorded to few Annapolis football players. Upon his graduation from the academy, Admiral Ewen took up naval aviation. He has been associated with that branch of the naval service ever since. MARK GOLDEN WEDDING-Mr. and Mrs. Henry Erickson of Gates atreet, Portsmouth, admire· their anniversary cake at a party Saturday in celebration of their 50th wedding ann iversary. The couple were married 50 years ago today. (Portsmouth Herald photo) \(\ 1~- Gates Street Pair Note 50th Y ea r of Marriage Admiral Ewen was in command of an advance. base In the Marshal) islands during the war and received several citations for h eroic duty accomplished In that area. It was at his advanced air base in the Marshalls that Admiral Ewen received nation-wide publicity on his recreational program which was set up by some of th e nation's leading athletes who were then wearing khaki and blue. The Portsmouth admiral has been making his home in Dorchester, Mass., but wlll move to Washington soon. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Erickson of 84 Gates street, Portsmouth, today are observing their golden wedding anniversary. The couple were guests of honor at a party Saturday In South wardroom. They were }Ilan'ied by .the Rev. C.* L. White Jan. 19, 1898, in Nashua where they formerly lived and where Mr. Erick.son was employed 1 Pfc. Harold by bhe Eastern Forge company. Funeral services for Pfc. Harold Shortly after coming to PortsO. Foss, USA, son of Mrs. Frank mouth Mr. Erickson went to work Blake of Kittery Point, who died at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. In Germany Feb. 24, 1945, were held The couple has resided here for 41 Saturday afternoon from the Kityears. . . tery Point Baptist church. Mr. Enck.son, n?w retired, :"'as services were conducted by the employed as a jam tor at. the First Rev. c. Basil Harris of the First National bank here f~r 23 y~ars. · Christian church, chaplain of WalThe couple have mne ch1)dr1;n · lingford-Harris post, American LeMrs. Jo.Im Veeneman o_f Cmcm- gion, Ralph w. Symonds, Jr., comDelegations were present from nati, Ohio ; Mrs. Walter Spain,\ mander of the post, and the Rev. Manchester; Mrs. Leonard Trow William Jowett, pastor of the Bap- the Wallingford-Harris post, AL of Kittery and Kittery Memorial post, of Candia; Herbert Erickson and tist church. Mrs. Earle Cournoyer, bo th of Robert d'Entremont of Boston, a Veterans of Fbreign Wars, and P ortsmouth; Mrs. Andrew Leary, classmate of Private Foss in the their auxiliaries, Camp Roosevelt, Mrs. William Brisson and Mrs. 1942 class of Traip academy, was Spanish War Veterans, Boy Scout troop No. 314, members of the KitRobert Watkins, all of Kittery, an-ct organist. T / Sgt. John Erickson, USA, now Mr. Harris conducted committal tery Point fire department, Plscastationed at Salzburg, Austria. exercises at the family lot In the taqua chapter, Disabled American Mr. and Mrs. Erickson also have Freewill Baptist cemetery and Le- Veterans and tlhe Gold Star Mo17 grandchildren and four great- gion members presented a flag and thers. Wednesday night the body was grandchildren. fired a volley. Taps followed . Town officials Carroll Sterling, escorted to the Buckminster chapel William Dennett, Joseph cuttts and by various Kittbry and Portsmouth Burnell F. Frisbee, were honorary military organirations with their bearers. Active bearers, all ex-ser- colors led by the Wallingford-Harvicemen, were Paul Amee, Samuel ris drum and bugle corps. Sgt. Warren Fletcher of Kittery Nelson, Howard Caswell, Herbert Goodwin, Roy Abrams and Wesley Point escorted the body. Raynes. I I Foss"•' Army Returning Body of Hero, lo Louis Fitzgerald The body of a former Portsmouth high school rack star, who died in an army hospital in Germany during World War II after being wounded in action, is being returned home for burial. He is T/5 Louis H . Fi t z g er al d, USA, son of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel L. Fitzgerald of 46 Manning street, who was fatally wounded in May 1945 while fighting with an army infantry unit in Germany. He died about a week after Fitzgerald being removed from the front lines. His body, along with the remains of about 7,000 other European war heroes, is being returned home for final services aboard tl1e U. S. Army Transport Carroll Victory. A member of the Portsmouth !1igh school track team which won the state championship at Durham \n 1942 Fitzgerald was employed us a machinist at the Portsmouth naval i,hipyard before entering the ::ervice. He received his basic training at CRmp Blanding, Fla., and later was t~ansfened to Camp Robinson, Ark., where he studied radio. He went overseas with a communications group but vol un teered for duty as \ nn Infantryman while in battle. I Military Funeral Scheduled for 0 Pfc. Harold Foss The body of Pfc. Hai:old C. Foss, USA, of Klt.tery Point, who was killled In Germany Feb. 24, 1945, will ar1·ive home for reburial next week. His body will arrive at the PortsJTlOUth railroad station at 6 :21 pm next Wednesday. Military funeral arrangements will be under t he direction of the Wallingford-Harris post, American Legion, of Kittery. Private Foss, who was awarded nine posthumous citations, died at Broich, Germany, while fighting with the Infantry unit. He ls the son of Mrs. Frank Blake of Pepperrell road. Other survivors Include a sister, Mrs. Milton Hoyt of Kittery Point; and three brotlhers, Maurice of Eliot, Malcolm of Kittery Point, and Sgt. Roland Foss, USA, assigned to the army recruiting office in Portsmouth. 21 �...~ --------~--.....,;;;_ _ _~ --!.'.:...:::...::..:..::·_:'_:_'- , • ,_ • "" Portsmouth High Student 'Z~ Gets Rare Scout Award MAJOR GOLDSMITH :p,l\ Goldsmith Named Maior on Staff Of Governor-Elect A Portsmouth war veteran and former mayor-Kennard E. Goldsmith-ls to be commissioned in the rank of major on the staff of Gov.Elect Sherman Adams. Mr. Goldsmith, a chief Inspector In the state's mo tor vehicle depart- , ment, ls one of four civilian given positions, all in the rank of major. Heading the Incoming governor's staff will be Col. John B. Evans of Lancaster and ranking immediately below Colonel Evans are Lieutenant Colonels Ralph E. La ngdell of Milford and Leslie M. Pike of Newport and Maj. Howard B. Lane of Keene. All four of the above officers saw commissioned · service In either World Wars I or II. • • • THE NEW HAMP SHIRE Nation- al Guard Is represented by Lt. Col. Francis E. McSwiney of Concord, Capt. Jason E. Boynton of Laconia, 1st Lt. Victor P. Sokul of Franklin and 1st Lt. Paul A. Toussaint, former mayor of Berlin. Besides Mr. Goldsmith, the officers commissioned from civilian life are Majors Ottis E. Mercer of Nashua, Donald F. D'Arcy of Dover and George E. Clark of Lisbon. Mr. Goldsmith served as mayo:· of Portsmouth from 1937 to 1941 and has served terms as a city councilman. At the time of his election to the mayoralty, he was the youngest man ever to hold the office. The 34-year-old Portsmouth man entered the armed fo rces In February, 1943, and was given a medical discharge in September of the same year. He has acted as a motor vehicle inspector for t.he past 10 years and was promoted to the rank of chie! inspector In April, 1946. Fred A. Gray, 68, Local Merchant Dies in Hospital Fred A. Gray, 68, of 191 Sagamore avenue, co-owner o! a local paint store for 43 years, former Portsmouth city councilman, police commissioner and prominen~ lodge member died today at Portsmouth hospital after a three-weeks lllne~. Mr. Gray and his brother, George w. Gray were co-owners of the F. A. Gray and Co., wallpaper and paint concern at 30-32 Daniels street. 'l'he local merchant served on th e Portsmouth city cow1cll In 1917 and on lhe police commlsslon during World War I. From 1900 ll.)ltll 1905 when he started in business with his brother, Mr. Gray was a. permanent member of Portsmouth's fire department. Prior to th at he was a. call .fireman. During his tenure as a fire .fighter Mr. Gray was attached lo the old Eagle No. 5 chemical fire company on Hanover street. A 32nd degree Mason, he was a member of the South church, Unlversalist; St. John's lodge, F and AM; Ineffable Lodge of Perfection ; 1 John Christle councll, Princess of Jerusalem of Portsmouth; New I Hampshire chapter, Rose Croix of Dover; New Hampshire Consistory of Nashua; Bektash Temple, Mystic Shrine of Concord; Rlvermouth chapter, Order of Eastern Star of Portsmouth ; Osgood lodge, Independent Order of Odd Fellows of Portsmouth; the Odd Fellows bulldlng association; Portsmouth Rotary club; the former Pannaway club; the Warwick club of Portsmouth; and a former member of the local Elks lodge. He was past noble grand of Osgood lodge and past president of the Pannaway club. I Born In Portsmouth July 30, 1879, he was a son of the late George W. and Anna (Cox) Gray. He was educated in Portsmouth public schools and was a democratic candidate for the New Hampshire legislature in 1914. A Portsmouth high school student recently was honored with a hi h boy scout award. g William H. Hamel, son of Mr.lf,---- - - - -------=-=-anct Mrs. Maurice A. Hamel of Portsmouth avenue, Greenland, j 1 was presented with scout award ' "For God and Country" by the Rev. ' Lando Eitzen, pastor of bhe Greenland Community church . Ceremonies were held at the church. It was the first such award to be presented to a boy scout in the southeastern New Hampshire dis- 1 trict of Daniel Webster council. The youth's father ls district chal.rman. Present were Fred No.seworthy of Durham, boy scout field executive; Ralph E. Morang of Portsmouth, advisory board member; Benjamin Tibbetts a member of the boy scout organization's extension committee; Raymond F. Muise of Portsmouth, member-at-large; Samuel Knowles and John Garland, representatives of the boy scout camping and activities committee; Irving Nichols, troop 166 chairman ; Y) 'Y) WILLIAM B. GRIM and Andrew School.s, Joseph Grilli 1 and Joseph Jackson, troop commitA .veteran of six years service he teemen. received his basic training at Schofield barracks, Oahu, Hawaii, where he was stationed at the time of the attack on P earl Harbor. He saw action on Guadalcanal and later signed up for a special mission j4,\\, with "Merrill's Marauders." Sergeant Burns attended Portsmouth and Kittery schools and was Appointment of Chester P. Hartgraduated from Trai p academy in 1939. fo rd as manager of WWNH, 1,000watt regional radio station now unMr. _(rrim, who was employed as der construction between Rochester a civilian education advisor to the and Dover, was announced today army, was captured by the Japanese by A. J . K. Malin, president of the on Wake island nnd died March 12 1943, in a J ap prlson camp on Kyu: Strafford Broadcasting corporation. shu. Mr. Hartford, who has resigned as A former resid,,nt of Fort Wayne manager of the Dover studio of Ind., he was graduated from Fort station WHEB, Is a well known Way!1e Central high school ln 1939. native of Portsmouth, now residing Services will be held in Fort Wayne. at 7 Woodlawn avenue, Kittery. Graduated from Portsmou-th high school in 1926 after a prominent athletic career, he completed his education at Norwich university, Northfield, Vt., where he became an instructor and head basketball coach. A veteran of five yea.rs in the Full military funeral services are army, he served In the South Pacific being planned for Pfc. Howard A. with the 43rd Division and was Hunt, 19, of Portsmouth, who was discharged In 1946 with the rank of lieutenant colonel. killed in action Nov. 18, 1944, while Mr. Hartford Is a member of the his organization was serving DeWitt Clinton lodge, F & AM, of the vicinity of Ancerville, France. Northfield, the Dover Rotary club The son of Mr. and Mrs. 0 . L. and the wa1·wick club of PortsHunt of 234 Raleigh way, he entered mouth. He Is married and has two the service In Se9t. 1943. After pardaughters, Marcia and Karen. ticipating in a specialized training program at Fort Benning, Ga., he was transferred to Camp Livingston, In 1900 he married Miss Lillian La., for infantry training. M. Ward of Kittery. He left the United States for duty in the European theater Sept. Besides his ·wife and brother, he Is 18, 1944. At the time of his death survived by three daughters, Mrs. he was a member of the second inMarion Sealand of Forest Hills Garfantry regiment, fifth infantry divdens, N .Y., Mrs. Kathryn G. Coleision. man and Miss Pauline Gray, both He was a graduate of Portsmouth of Portsmouth; a half-brother, Wilhigh school, class of 1943, and a lard M. Gray, Jr., of Pittsburgh ; three sport star athlete, before enPa ; three nephews, Philip F., and tering the army. G. Morris Gray of Portsmouth and Russell C. Gray of Portland; also four grandchildren. Chester Hartford Named Manager Of New station Military Rites Planned for Howard Hunt in\ I �Army To Return Guy E. House For Reburial The body of Pfc. Guy E. House, Jr., 19, son of Guy E. House of 227 Cutt.s street, ls among 24 other New Hampshire World War II vet erans being returned to this country from Italy for reburial, the arm , announced today. J On June 10, Private House was reported missing in ac,. tion somewhere in Italy, May 23. The following day, his father was not!. fie d by the war · depar tment th a t th e veteran was officially reported killed in action. He a ttended P ortsmouth high school and was employed at the Ports~outh naval shipyard before entering_ the service in May, 1943. He received his basic training at. Camp Croft, N. c. Survivors include his father and stepmother; three brothers, Raymond of Portsmouth, Richard and Winfield of Goffstown; a step brother, Thomas Nickerson, and three steP sisters, Miss Idaletta Nickerson of P?rtsmout h , Mrs. Frances F oye of Kittery and Mrs. James Sinclair of East Hartford, c onn. 1944 BUTTONS-Patrick Healy, brogue and spray gun. (Portsmouth Herald photo) *--------------- Buttons Everywhere 'Pat' Healy Retires From orley Plant I' Sixty-six-year-old Pat Healy-with a brogue that almost twinkleslooked back on 43 years of work yesterday and pondered. Pondered what? ~ Pondered buttons. Eighteen billion, seven hundred and five million buttons, to be exact. The chuck Ii n g, gi:-ay-hired Irishman surely was thinking about those buttons, for he had painted every one as an employe of the Morley company for 43 yea'ts. He retired yesterday. Pat Healy-officially Patrick J. Healy of 33 Woodbury avenuejoined the local firm as a button painter November - , 1905. He left it about 3 pm May 28, 1948, on the wings of a farewell party jointly sponsored by his co-workers and the firm. Tobacco-chewing Pat Healy had never missed a day of work because of illness. In fact, he has never needed the care of a doctor in his life. Yery active in his younger days, Mr. Healy was a member of the Forresters and the Eagles. Mr. and Mrs. Healy, the former Miss Mary Catherine McAnn, have eight children, six of whom aru married. They also have 10 grandchildren. Hardy To Spend Life Time ~!~.i~~,...~,an Porlsmoulh and Kittery, started serving a life time of penal servitude behind the grey walls of California's San Quentin pri.5on today. Con vioted of lhe "sex-lure" murder of a California. Veterans admin" tration official. the oung army deserter was s ntenced to life Imprisonment yesterday, while his accomplice in the crime, Lois Hunt Hard y, a walls lhe res ults of an automatic appeal of her death sentence. Hardy a d m I t t e d slaying James W . McLain, 48, while Lois embraced the federal official in a lonel y mountain glen near the California • Nevada boundary. They were arrested by Nevada. slate police last August after an accident lnvoh,Jng J\IcLaln's automobile In which they were attempting a wild flight to Texas. During a. church service In a ' eva.da jail, Lois broke down and confessed the slayin,t of l\tcLaln who had iriven the ~uentin JOSEPH L. HARDY, JR. •u,,! ~.~.~~. . F"aced wilh hls paramour's co1t!ession, Hardy described the details of the bizarre slaying. Hardy, known to local police 11nd prominent In their files on several ilJegal local escapades, also related how he sma.shed the d ing man's head with a. rock and stole his money and autoblle after lhe shooting. After the murder, the Hardys went through a wedding ceremony In Las Vegas, Nev., although each was married to another per on at the time. . Hardy made a mysterious escape-stlll unexplained by officials-after they were taken to Nevada. City, Calif., to face trial. He was recaptured in San derson, Tex., after eluding police of several western slates for three weeks. They were tried by separate juries and Lois did not recei ve the recommendation of mercy given In Hardy's case. An appeal was made by her attorneys, to be ruled on by the supreme court of California.. 2'l �Henry McCarthy Named Official of New Haven Line George A. Howard, 1 Ex-Herald Man,~ Dies at Home ,11 George A. Howard, 45, of 40 Fairview avenue, employed In the sterotyplng department of The Portamoutli Herald for 17 years, died this morning at his home. Mr. Howard started work on The Portamouth Herald in 1926 and resigned In Oct. 1943 to accept employment as a machine operator at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. He held that position until a few weeks ago when he was stricken by illness. He was born in Boscawen Sept. 2, 1902. WILLIAM F. HARRINGTON, JR. W. F. Harrington ~~ Opens Law Office In Portsmouth I William F. Harrington, Jr., today opened his law office at 276 State street In Portsmouth. Mr. Harrington received his edu1tlon at Manchester Central high :hool and was graduated from 1 hlllips fxeter academy In 1928. He received his bachelor of arts degree from Yale university in 1932 and was graduated from Harvard University Law school in 1936. A practicing attorney In Manchester for two years, he was a member of the New Hampshire Constitutional convention In 1938. He was subsequently admitted t o the New York bar and practiced law In New York City until coming to Port.smouth last month. He served five years with the navy and saw duty overseas. Mr. and Mrs. Harrington temporarily are making their home In Rye Beach. A member and past regent of Alpha councll No. 83, Royal Arcanum, he also was a past grand regent of the Grand council of New Hampshire, Maine and the Maritime Provinces and at the time of his death was grand secretary of the grand council. He also was a member of the Edwin Tasker Men's club of the First Methodist church. Survivors Include his wife, Mrs. Marlon (Clark) Howard of Portsmouth, a. daughter, Mrs. Phyllis Wasilewski, and a granddaughter, Linda, both of Rye; a brother, William E. Howard of Lowell, and three sisters, Mrs. John E. Murphy of Concord, Mrs. David Taylor of Dayton, Ohio, and Mrs. Robert Bellows of California. ~ MAJOR JORDA 'S,\'l--..J Mai. F. E. Jordan Returns to Army Intelligence Post Maj. Franklin E. Jordan, ORC, of 20 Georges terrace, Pannaway Man- or, will report Monday, Jan. 3, at the counter Intelligence corps center of the army at Camp Holabird, Ba)tlmore, Md., for Initial assignment under extended active duty. Major Jordan, who volunteered for duty this fall, ls a member of the military intelligence reserve, and served In counter in telllgence work during World War II. He was engaged in Investigative and public relations work here for the past two years a'n d prior to that served as managing editor of The Portsmouth Herald. Major and Mrs. Jordan wlll maintain their home here while he is on active duty. Dr. Jones Begins 14th Term as Athenaeum Head . The Rev. William Safford Jones, D. D., was reelected president of the Portsmouth Athenaeum for his 14th term at the annual meeting held Wednesday at the Athenaeum In Market square. Other officers reelected were Lawrence R. Craig, secretary-treasurer ; James A. Borthwick, Willis E. Underhill, Arthur B. Duncan, Norman E. Rand and the Rev. Robert H. Dunn, directors. Mr. Borthwick presided In the absence of Dr. Jones. ~ Q.., °' Dr. Rolf Lium Named Hospital Surgery Head Directors o! seven major services at Portsmouth hospital were ,.announced today by members of the Institu tion's board of trustees through John C. Van Metre, hospital director. Named to posts for the fiscal year of 1948 were: Dr. Cornella B. Walker, medicine ; Dr. James Sanders, obstetrics ; Dr. Rolf Llum, surgery; Dr. Louisa M. Norton, pathology; Dr. Anthony E. Peters, radiology; Dr. Dons R. Goodman, anaesthesia, and Dr. Thomas B. Walker, pediatrics. Dr. Llum, 40, of Washington road, Rye, ls a native of orth Dakota, a iraduate of Harvard university's medical school and has been a surgeon here eight years. Dr Peters, a resident of 482 Broad street, is a graduate of Brown uni- verslty and Harvard Medical school. He has practiced In Portsmouth for the past 11 years. Both Dr. Cornelia and Dr. Thomas B. Walker are gradua tes of Columbia university medical school. Before coming to Portsmouth in 1939 they did Institutional work in and around New York City and practiced in Concord for two years. They Jive at 232 Court street. Dr. Louisa M. Norton of Rochester has been a pathologist at the hospital for the past five years. She attended Yale and Tufts Medical schools. Dr. Sanders of Rye is a native of Connecticut, a graduate of Tufts college medical school, served as an lnterne at New Britain hospital and 16 a member of the Portsmouth (Pleai.e turn to page three) I Henry F. McCarthy, Portsmouth native and brother of former County Solicitor Atty. Ralph G. 'McCarthy of this city, has been named Boston resident vice presid,ent of the New Haven railroad. \ Mr. McCarthy's new appointment was announced today by Howard S. Palmer, president of the company. The Portsmouth native was formerly executive assistant to Mr. Palmer: Mr. McCarthy was born in this city in 1906 and is a graduate of Harvard college and Yale university. Former passenger traffic manager of the Boston and Maine railroad, Mr. McCarthy was one of the youngest executives in the railroad Industry when he took the Boston and Maine post ln 1934. After his graduation from Harvard in 1927, Mr. McCarthy bec.ame associated with the Baltimore and Ohio railroad. In 1929 he resigned to continue his studies at Yale after winning a nation-wide i:ompetition for appointment to the Strathcona Fellowship in Transportation. He then became associated with the St. Louis Southwestern lines where he was assistant general traffic manager when he left to join the Boston and Maine. Mr. McCarthy, former Office of Defense Transportation director, was one of eight men who distinguished themselves in the field of transportation during World War II. He was presented the Presidential Certificate of Merit in November, 1946, by ODT officials at Washington ceremonies. He was graduated from Portsmouth: high school in 1923. Joseph Levitt Named President By Local Zionists Joseph Levitt was re-elected president of the Portsmouth Zionist district last night e.t an annua\ election meeting in Temple Iarael. Max Weisner and Earl Fox were appointed vice presidents. Others elected were Dr. Israel Wiseman, recording secretary; Harold Glazer, treasurer; Alex Belostock, financial secretary. Named to the board of directors were Benjamin Bornstein, Maurice Marcus, Albert Sados, Sidney Sincteroff, Benjamin Slom, Louis Bradbard, Edward I. Shaines and Leo Hershey. Rotary club. Dr. Goodman of 339 MIiier avenue came to Portsmouth last September from a two-year residency at Massachusetts Memorial hospital, Boston. She is a. graduate of TUfts Medica.l school. Members of the board of trustees are Charles A. Walker, John E. Seybolt, Norman E. Rand, Frank E. Brooks, Orel A. Dexter, the Rev. 1 Robert H. Dunn, the Rev. John N. Feaster, Richman S. Margeson and Roland I. Noyes. �He was f~ternally affiliated with Su11ivan lodge No. 19, Free and Accepted Masons of Epping; Royal Arch Masons, Royal and Select Masters, the consistory of Ancient and Accepted Scottish R ite, Bektash temple, Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the MS,stic Shrine. He also was associated With the Portsmouth lodge, BPOE. P rofessionally, Dr. Ladd h eld memberships in th e New Hampshire Medical association, the Portsmouth Medical association, the Rocking. ham County Medical association, the New Hampshire Surgical society, anct the American Medical association. He also was a member of the P ortsmouth Athletic club and the Portsmouth Country club. Dr, Ladd married the late Elizabeth Ellen Baybutt 17, 1904 in Boston. They were ov. the parents of three sons, I. .Bradley Baybutt Ladd, Peter Knox Ladd and John Tnrner Ladd'. Dr. Samuel Ladd, Twice Mayor, ~ Dies in Boston Pr. Ladd was a m ember o'! St. John's Episcopal church here. He was confined to Deaconess hospital last week after undergoing an e~minatlon ' at Por tsmouth hospital C. E. McWaters ELMER J. F. LITTLEFIELD Elmer Littlefield, Lumber Dealer, ~ Dies at Age 82 r(\ri Elmer J. F . Llttleneld, 82, of 557 State street, a resident of Portsmouth 47 Years and president and founder of the Littlefield Lumber company here di ed yesterday a t h is home. A n ative of Wells, Me., he was born Aug. 4, 1865, a direct de.scen dant of Edmun d LlttlefieJd Who Dr Samuel Tilden Ladd, 71, of 112 came from Lincolnshire, England, as Highland street, twice mayor of a mem ber of the .Rev. John Whee]. Portsmouth, a practicing physician wright's Par ty which settled .ij:xeter here since 1903 and regarded as one anct Wells. of this community's most notable ' Curtis Eugene Mcwaters, former A carpenter by tra de Mr. Littlecitizens, died early this morning at I ch ief gunner's ma te, USN, of 32 field built more than 200 homes in Deaconess hospital in Boston. Sudbury stree t, has re tired after Portsmouth and many summer cot, tages in his native town. A nati ve of Epping, Dr. Ladd also ' 20 years' service in th e navy. Mr. Mcwaters, a native of AlaHe was active in Odd Fellows hed served in the New Hampshire legislature. bama and residen t h ere approx!circles a Past n oble grand of Osgood mately a Year. was a t Tokyo bay loctge No. 48, I OOF, a member of He was born Feb. 7, 1877, the at the time of th e Japanese sur- Strawbe1Ty Bank encampment and son of Samuel P. a nd Sarah render and also participated in the also of Canton Senter No. 12, P a(Dodge) Ladd and received his cap ture of a J apanese submarine. triarchs MiJi tant. Mr. Littlefield alelementary ed ucation in Epping He hol ds th e Bronze Star medal, so was afliliated with St. An drew 's public schools. Good Conduct medal wi th three lodge, F & AM, the Nor th CongreUpon graduating from Epping high s tars, the Comba " V", the Amer!- gational church, Rlvermouth chapschool, the local physician t«?Ok a eau Defense ri bbon, the AsiaLJc ter, OES, and the John Langdon post-graduate course a t Haverhill a11d America n theater rlbbon.s, Ls club. A deacon of the North church high school and transferred to the en titled to wea r the submarine for many Years he retired about a University of New Hampshire where combat insignia and hol d th e year ago as deacon emeritus. he studied t wo and a half years. na vy and marine corps medal. In 1933 he wa a warded the Grand 9 The physician then went to Da rtThe fonner subnw,rine sailor Decoration of Chivalry by th e mouth college in 1897 11.nd was grad- plan to work a t thet Ports mou th ereign Grand lodge of Odd Fellows 12 uated from that institution as a 1928. naval base. He enllS ed J an, , while comman ding th e Second regi doctor of medicine in 1900. Dr. Ladd served his internship at nrent, Patrlarchs Militan t of t he the Ne,v York P ost-Graduate hosDepartmen t of New Hampshire. pital for 18 months and a lso pracSurvivors tnclude his wife, Mrs. ticed in that city a year. He came Myra (Dame) Littlefield ; three chilto Portsmouth qi 1903 and esta.b. dren by a previous marriage, Harold lished a practice that in 45 years A. and E. K enneth Littlefield, Who won him innumerable friends and were associated Wi th him in busiearned the respect of the conununess, and Mrs. Edith H. Perry of ity Wells, Me.; also a sister, Miss BerE ·te1 ding lus tntere t. Ir, Lt~ tlta E. Littlefield of Portsmouth and coinm m lty bey911d me"iciue, D , a brother, Horton T. Littlefield of Rochester. Ladd was elec ted mayor o Portsmouth on the Democratic ticket in 1916. He ser ved through 1918 and again was elec ted chief municipal adminis tra tor here in 1923. Ends Navy Duty After 20 Years ~ Sov-1 I - After demonstratlllg his avid interest in the affairs of t he ciLy, Dr. Ladd was elected a state senator by Portsmou th district voters. l'tffiS. PAUL Ma cDONALD Dental Hygienist Post Goes to Mrs. MacDonald Mrs. Paul MacDonald 27, of 30 Elwyn avenue, the former Mary Pat ricia Purrtngton, and an assistant in the city clerk's office at city hall for more than a year, has been appointed dental h ygienist for the Portsmouth school department. Mrs. MacDonald, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Fuller Purrington of 263 Rockland street, h as been named to the $40-a-week sohool post by the board of education. She will take over her new dUtie.!i tomorrow. A graduate of the Eastman Dental dispensaty at Rochester, N. Y., and a World War II veteran of the WAC medical corps, Mrs. MacDonald will assist local doctors now conducting a heal th program in the city's sch ools. Mrs. MacDonald ls a former resident of Concord and attended S t . J ohn's high school there. Her husband is employed as a shipwright at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. �• God's Service 1n Years Fifty * * *E. McCooey * Observes * * j\\ Anniversary *** Rev. James The Rev. James E. Mccooey, D.D., counselor to bishops and dean of New Hampshire's Catholic clergy, will celebrate the golden anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood tomorrow. Doctor of sacred theology and philosophy, expert on canon law, and friend of the poor, the rich, the religious and no,1-religious, Father Mccooey has served for the past four years as pa.;tor of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Portsmouth. The slender, 73-year-old priest plans no ceremonies on his golden jubilee. To him it will be just another day in his half century of diligent religious labor. A man of many distinctions and titles, the grey-haireti priest will carry on tomorrow in t he same modest manner which has won him ecclesiastical and secular acclaim for many years. SGT. MAJ. R. A. MIEURE Y).~b The bodies of three more Portsmouth area men-one of whom died in a J apanese prison camp-are being returned from the Pacific area for reburial, it was learned today. Both of Portsmouth were William B. Grim, son of Gaylord B. Grim of Foch avenue, and Sgt. Maj. Raymond A. Mieure, USMC, husband of Mrs. Ethel Mieure of 355 Colonial drive. At the same time, Mrs. Carroll Sterling of Post road, Kittery, has been notified that the body of her son, S/ Sgt. Benjamin M. Burns, USA, is among a consignment of war dead being shipped to this country. • • • FATHER McCOOEY, a tireless civic worker, is a native of Dover and was one of five children of an Irish mlllworker. He was graduated from Dover schools and attended three of the most widely-known Catholic colleges in the world, Mungret college at Limerick, Ireland, Grand seminary at Montreal, Canada, and Catholic university in Washington, D. C. Believed to be the youngest New Hampshire man ever to-receive the sacrament of Holy Orders, Father Mccooey was ordained at the age of 23 at St. Joseph's cathedral, Manchester, by the late Rt. Rev. Denis M. Bradley, the first Catholic bishop of New Hampshire. The first assignment for the mildmannered cleric was as curate at St. Mary's church in Claremont where he remained for four years. His aggressiveness and abllity to spread the word of God soon made him one of the most popular religious crusaders in the Claremont area. Diocesan officials noted his potentialities and ordered him back to the Mancnester cathedral where he served with some of the state's leading Catholic authorities for a year. • • • PORTSMOUTH RESIDENTS first became acquainted with Father McC1ooey in Sept. 1904 when he was transferred to the Church of the Immaculate Conception after serving at t;1w Manchester church. But his staiy here was brief-only two months. The bishop sent him t-0 Rom~ for advanced studies in THE REV. JAMES E. McCOOEY, D.D. •••• 50 Golden Years theology and canon law. After two years In h~:: Vatican City, Father Mccooey returned to New Hampshire with the singular honor of bei:1g botn a doctor of sacred theology and a doctor of philosophy. Genial Father McCooey was in his early thirties at the time and was sent to St Denis' church at Hanover-an assignment that brought him In close contact with both the no:1-Cathollc and Catholic students at Dartmouth college. Father McCooey's principal duties were those of spiritual leader at Dartmouth. He became a staunch supporter of Big Green football tenms, and as one Dartmouth alumnus recently recalled, the priest attmded as many football games as por.slble. The only time he did not follow the Dartmo t eleven as on long trips when it was possible he might not return to Hanover in ti:ne for Sunday morning Masses. The elderly priest still is an ar- dent sports fan and attends as many football ga'lnes as his age permits. He had at one time an intense interest in golf but abandoned that sport in recent years. Father Mccooey remained at Hanover for 12 years until he was transferred to St. Mary's church at Newmarket. There, too, his outstanding sermons and untiring religious and civic leadership won him widespread admintstration. He served in Newmarket 18 years. • • • NEWMARKET RESIDENTS ad- mired Father Mccooey for his ability to talk French and Italian. In fact, many French people in Portsmouth insist that Father Mcrooey still can talk their language more fluently than many of their· own nationality. In July, 1931, Father Mc ooe. was transferred to st. Bernard's parish in Keene, another step up the steep ladder of success. His accomplishments in Keene included payment of $18,000 in church debts. He suci::eeded the late Rev. James H. Brennan as pastor of the Church of the Immaculate Conception here Maren 15. 1945. Slnce ~e first became a mlssioni,.ry of God 50 years ago, Father Mccooey oas held many high posltioni, in the catholic church in New Hampshire He haB been one of the mObt prominent orators and preachers among the state's clergy, including all denominations. His eloquent sermons at the 10 o'clock Mass each Sunday morning have drawn hundreos of Catholics to church from Port:Smouth and surrounding commu'1itles. • • • FOR YEARS he was one of the examiners of candidates for the priesthood In this state and has been the supreme judge in the Manchester diocesan court. A counselor to Bishop Matthew F. Brady, he also served as an advisor to four previous bishops. There is no Catholic .:Iergyman in the entire state his senior In number of years in the priesthooci . Perhao~ Father McCooey's high ecclesia;tlcal status can best be illustrated in the following statement Issued to Th• Portsmouth Herald by Bishop Brady: "1''a ther McCooey bas been one of the outstanding priests in the dior,ese for 50 years, an occasion that deserves observance because of its rarity. "Endowed with exceptional talent and judgment, he has enjoyed the confidence and she.red the counsel of five bishops. I join with the clergy of the diocese and his host of friends in wishing him many years of health, fruitful ministry and much personal happiness." �' 33_.._.._. l a Y R. Clyde Margeson,. 'Dick McDonoug Furniture Store 'i• I~ Owner, Dies at 74 ' Local Club To Honor Active Charter Member To every man comes "His Day" and to Portsmouth's golfing king, the day is Sunday. Dick McDonough, who has probably seen more divots dug than any other man in the Granite State, will be King in fact at Dick McDonough day out at the Portsmouth Couhtry club. At 72 Dick still plays the a n c i e n t * - - - - - - - - - - - - - and honorable pastime in the eighties and ls the only charter member of the local club still chasing the little white ball over the hills and dales. Local Man Wins Diplomatic Post71 A Portsmouth man will sail for Algiers next month for a two-year tour of duty as United States vice consul. He 1s Laurent E. Morin of 135 Profile avenue was graduated from the Foreign Service ·institute of the state department yesterday. A native of Berlin, Mr. Morin and his wife, the former Ann Miller of Dover, will sail Oct. 5 from New York. They will be accompanied by their two-year-old daughter, Ann. Mr. Morin attended Berlin schools and received his bachelor and master's degree from the University of New Hampshire. The family has resided in Ports- 1 mouth for the past three years. B, LYDE MARGESON DICK McDONOUGH Brother McDonough has not confined his a ctlvi ties to the Portsmouth area but for nearly 30 years bas been a major figure in state golfing circles. In a sense McDonough day ls just an excuse for the boys to get in 36 holes of golf--as 1f they need the excuse-but it is more than that because New Hampshire golfers know the debt owed to the Portsmouth man. He was one of the founders of the New Hampshire State association. During its faltering steps in infancy, it was the hand of McDo~ nough who kept the toddling organization from falling on its face. The association got off to a. shaky start in 1907 and for 13 years barely hung on to Its life. In 1921 Dick took over the presidency and, a.ided by other ardent followers of the sport of Scottish kings, gave it strength. He has served as its secretarytreasurer since 1922. However, Mr. McDonough has done more than act as a golfing executive. He has been, and still is, an active participant. Three club championship trophies have come his way since the PCC was founded in 1901. Moreover, he is an ardent student of the game, who believes young Tommy Leonard ls among New Hampshire's greatest golfers. Dick also likes the looks of Dick Leonard, still another of the Nashua golfing !amlly. But to get back to that Dick McDonough day. Reve McDonough Named · To Lakeport Pastorate Cj I The Rev. Paul A. McDonough, former curate at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Portsmouth, has been appointed pastor of Our Lady of the Lake at Lakeport by the Most Rev. Matthew F. Brady, Catholic bishop of Manchester. Father · McDonough, a former army air forces chaplain who saw service in Europe and the Pacific, was curate of Our Lady of the Mountains, North Conway. While in Portsmouth until 1942, Father McDonough was actively A program of 36-holes of medal play has been arranged by the golfing committee with Al Tilton as master of ceremonies for the entire day's festivities. Prizes will be awarded for the best 18 holes and for the best 36 at the clambake scheduled for 6 pm with Pete Staples presiding as bakemaster. engaged in community a!falr11 and was in civilian defense. , . ,1 He was a member of the committees of the annual Red Cross drives and the Community Chest, and was moderator of the National · Catholic Community Service in the USO. Concerned with the activities of young boys, Father McDonough, who Is 42, acted as chairman of the troop committee for Boy Scout troop 158. Father McDonough attended Manchester High school, Cushing academy and was graduated from Georgetown university. After a four-year theological course at the North American college in Rome, he was ordained there Dec. 8, 1932. Before being called to the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Portsmouth he was attached to the · Catholic church in Milford. He left Portsmouth in Nov., 1942 to enter the Harvard university army chaplain school later being assigned to army camps in the United States and overseas. Robert Clyde Margeson, 74, of 53 Austin street, one of Portsmouth's most progressive merchants for 53 years and a former clby councllman, died today at New England Deaconess hospital, Boston, after an 1llnes.s of six weeks. Prominent in local banking, civic and fraternal circles, Mr. Margeson was proprietor of Margeson's furniture store at 64 Vaughan street. Associated with hlh1 were three sons, City Councilman Richman S., Ralph C., and Donald H. Margeson, all of Portsmouth. At the time of his death Mr. Margeson was director of the First National bank, trustee of the Piscataqua Savings bank, and a member of St. John's lodge, F and Al'\1 and the North Congregational church. Born in Roxbury, Mass., Jan. 1, 1874, he was a son of the late Richman s., and Isabella M. Margeson. His father was in the furnitw·e and carpet business for 25 years on Washington street in Boston, and it ,1as there that Mr. Margeson began his career in the furniture field . I The long-established Portsmouth merchant received from his father Jan. 1, 1895 one-half Interest In the Portsmouth Furniture company wJ1ich the latter owned at the time. The father sold his interest shortly after to his brother-in-law, Nathaniel A. Walcott, a partner who now resides at Los Angeles, Calif. Mr. Margeson then started in business with his brother, Richman P. Margeson, on Market street. The brothers purchased land on Vaughan street from the Frank Jones estate and erected the brick building which now houses Margeson's furniture company. In 1926, R. Clyde Margeson bought out his brother's interest and continued to operate the business himself. The firm has grown into one of the largest furniture concerns in this area. Mr. Margeson was married twice. First, in April, 1895, to Miss Emma Morrison, whose father was head brewer of the Frank Jones Brewing company, and whose mother was Frank Jones' sister. The couple had two sons, Dr. Robert Morrison Margeson of Atlanta, Ga., and Frank Jones Margeson of Houston, Texas. He married Miss Abbie Frances Beane, daughter of the late Henry and Marguerite (Newhall) Beane of Newington Oct. 28, 1899·. There were four sons by this marriage, Capt. Henry B. Margeson, USA, now stationed at Frankfurt, Germany, Richman S., Ralph C., and Donald H. Margeson. Besides his wife and six sons, Mr. Margeson is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Nathaniel Walcott of Los Angeles, Mrs. Wlll!am Robinson of Melrose, Mass., Miss Mabel Margeson and Mrs. Ray Foye both of Portsmouth; a brother, Richman P. Margeson of Portsmouth; 10 grandchildren, one great grandchild and several nieces and nephews. �MRS. ELIZABETH MALLET ']u h: MURL MESSERSMITH ••• Through with Portsmouth Messersmith Quits As Coach Here To Go to Indiana r, 'FIRST LADY OF THE YEAR'-Catherine Jarvis, secretary of the Beta Sigma Phi sorority, presents a certificate to Miss Dorothy Pace, naming her Portsmouth's "First Lady of the Year." (Portsmouth Herald photo) Dorothy Pace Wins 'First Lady' Honors Portsmouth high school's athletic department received its third soll_d punch of the summer when basketball and baseball coach Murl Messersmith resigned today. The resignation of the Indiana man was announced by SuperintenMiss Dorothy Pace-i;. name that stands for "hope" in the hearts of dent of Schools Raymond I. Beal. many hundred crippled children-last night was named Portsmouth's Coach Mcssersmlth's reason "First Lady of the Year" at a banquet in the Rockingham hotel under the for leaving the Portsmouth sponsorship of Theta chapter, Beta Sigma Phi. school system is because he believes he has "gone as far proOriginator of the idea that event-*-ually developed into establishment fessionally as be can in Portsof the Portsmouth Rehabllltation mouth." The former basketball coach be- center, Miss Pace received the award lieves he should have been offered from Miss Catherine Jarvis, chairthe post of athletic director, which 1 man of the sorority committee in was filled at thE' July meeting of the' charge of the affair. Miss Pace was selected to rePortsmouth board of education. · ceive the honor by a group of First punch in the opera,tion of 1-"secret nominators," includi.ug Ports::nouth high athletics ca.me a a. large number of Portsmouth's 1 A Portmou!lb native ls one of month ago when James M. Culberleading citizens. ttiree Dartmouth college professors son resigned as head of the phyThe award was based on Miss g I v e n Guggenheim Fellowship sical education department and the Pace's "outstanding service to others second when Ernest Dorr left to during 1947," a. spokesman for the awards for research and study. Hugh Sinclair Morrison, 43, whose become three-sport coach and ath- local sorority said this morning. fa.ther was superµitendent of schoois letic director at Ipswich, Mass. Stricken herself by paralysis when Coach Messersmith won one state she was two and a half years of age, here at the turn of the century, wm j championship in his four years here Miss Pace has managed to conquer use his fellowship to prepare a hisand his team went to the semi- the impediment of crutches and to- tory of American architecture from finals of the New England tourna- day operates a successful and grow- the Colonial period to the present. Professor Morrison ls the son of ment. ing business here. the late Henry C. Morrison and His baseball yearns did very well She also works-as often as posand always played a tough sc1ied- sible-in rehabilitation of crippled Mrs. Marlon L. Morrison of Chicago. ule. The 1948 squad won a bid to children and others who may need He was born in Portsmouth in 1905. His father, a. graduate of Dartthe first state tournament sponsor- her assistance. mouth college with class of 1895, ed by the State Athletic association In living by the creed "any cripple came to Portsmouth in 1899 as and lost to Berlin In the flnais. with two hands and half a brain superintendent of schools, He He did not reveal his plans but need not want for anything," Miss left here in 1907 to become said that he is moving back to Pace usually is the most prominent state superintendent of public Indiana tomorrow. worker in arrangements for the anInstruction, a post he held until Superintendent Beal also an- nual benefit ball for the Rehabilita1917 when he became assistant nounced that a new track coach tion center and other services of secretary of the Connecticut has been hired. John J. Casavola. of the New Hampshire Society for CripState Boa.rd of Education. Portland, Me., currently a teacher- pled Chlldren and Handicapped PerProfessor Morrison has been a coach at Brunswick, Me., wlll come sons. I member of the Dartmouth college here this fall. As the Rev. Allan L. Lorimer faculty since 1938 and ls a professor once said in a. speech: Mr. Casavola ls a. graduate of of art. He ls the a.uthor of two books, "Her life ca.n be a.n inspiration Michigan State college and taught "Louis Sullivan: Prophet of Modern to a.11 of us." at Mt. Morris, Mich.; Winslow, Me., The evening ended when Mrs. Architecture" and "Education for and Brunswick before accepting the Portsmouth post. He ls 31 years old, 1 Wllliam Peterson and Miss Eileen (Plea1e turn to page three) , Dondero received the ritual of the married and has two chlldren. • jewels degree. ,Portsmouth Man Wins Fellowship For Art Study~.\ I I Dean's Scholar Honor Bestowed On local Woman Mrs. Elizabeth Travis Mallett of 87 Mason avenue has been appointed dean's scholar in the teachers' college at Columbia university for the 1948-49 session. Mrs. Mallett was graduated In 1937 from Portsmouth high school and in 1941 from Keene Teachers college where she was a member of Sigma Pi Epilson, the Orpheus club, the choir and orchestra. She also was student director of the band, a. member of the Dramatic and International Relations clubs. She was awarded her master's degree in education from the University' of New Hampshire in August, 1945. While at UNH she was initiated into Kappa. Delta Pi. Mrs. Mallett, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William E. Travis of Park street, ls former supervisor of art and mus!<: in Hancock and also taught in Nelson and Swanzey. While at Columbia she will be working for her doctor's degree. I Art Award- "V· l1(Continued from page one) Planners." He has contributed to many journals of art and architec-' ture and was the editor of "Early Houses of Norwich, Vt." The other two Dartmouth professors receiving fellowships were Dr. Wing-Tsit Chan, professor of Chinese culture, and Dr. Roy Philip Forester, assistant professor of zoology. Dr. Chan will write a book on Neo-Confuciandsm in China from the 11th to the 20th centuries while Dr. Forester's project involves studies of the kidney functions. William Woods, a North Sutton author, also received a fellowship and he will work on creative writing in the field of the novel. �Portsmouth Man Co -Authors Labor Crisis Report 35" A former Port.smouth naval offi- causes: · cer ts the co-author of a 66-page (1.) The decline ln domestic waterreport on labor controversies In the bow·ne rommerce. West coast maritime unrest. (2 ) Union leaders' attempts to The report, . written by Ralph R. take over management !unctions. Pickering of Portsmouth and John <3.) The fear ot the union memF. Preston, Jr., or Wa&hlngton, D. C., was released last night by the joint congressional committee created under provisions or the Taft-Hartley act. Pickering and h1s fellow worker laid the blame for labor strife on the West coast to three basic bers that management intends to break tip their unions. Mr. Pickering ls a graduate of Portsmo11th high school and Texas Christiar,. university In 1941. Pickering worked bis way up from the ratlKB to the grade of lieutenant on his discharge from the navY. He then entered the employ or u. r. Sen Styles Bridges as assistant secretary. Randall Named Trustee Of Ne~q England Council Widely-known Frank w. Randall of 699 Middle street, president of the board of trustees of the University of New Hampshire, last night was elected a director of the New England Council, a regional development organ!- . zation with more than 1,000 members from the industr!al and business field. Mr. Randall has been chakman oflf the council's New Hampshire division, president of the New England Gas and Electric association of Cambridge, Mass., an d vice president of the New Hampshire Gas an,ct Electric company. • • • RESIDENT of Portsmouth and prominent in New England business circles, Mr. Ran- I dall was graduated from Portsmouth high school and UNH, and entered the employ of the local gas and electric company as a young man. A LIFE-LO G He Is a fomner president of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce, the local Kiwanis club, and a member or the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional Development association. Other New Hampshlre directors, who were elected in Boston last night, are Herbert Brewster, Manchester; Philip H. Faulkner, Keene; Perley I. Fitts, Concord, a former Durham resident; Alfred French, Concord; John G. Gerken, Concord; and Richard C. Carrick, Keene. -- - M. 0. Richards, 59, Unemployment J. Louise Regan Boosted to Maior In Women's Army CONSTANCE N. RICHM<>ND J. Louise Regan, a fonner Portsmouth resident, has been promoted from first lieutenant to major in the Women's Army Corps, anny officlals in Washington announced today. Major Regan, who !s stationed at Tilton Genera.I hospital, Fort Dix, N. J., is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Regan of Portsmouth. A member of the Women's Army 1 Corps for nearly six years, Major Regan ls a sister or Mrs. Timothy J. Connors of 433 Union street. • • • SHE GRADUATED from Ports- mouth high school in 1924 and for the next two years was employed by the National Gypsum company, later transferring to the company's main office in Boston. She also was employed by the Penn Metal company of Boston and at the time of her induction April 17, 1943, ,,he was• employed in the business office or the Radar Labor:itory at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Major Rega n received her basic training at Fort Devens and for two years was in the personnel office of the Narragansett Bay Harbor Defenses at F'ort Adams, R. J. Her schoolin~ alsc included St. Patrick's parochial school here and Plymouth Business college, ~~!,~~i~:i, ~!"~'~'·; i,;II 407 Union street, official at the local New Hampshire Unemployment Compensation office and a prominent lodge worker here, died last 1night at Ws home. A native and life :resident of Portsmouth, Mr. Richards was born Sept. 21, 1888. He was graduated from high school in 1906 and from Harvard university in 1910. For 16 years Mr. Richards worked in the highway department office of the board of public works. He was a past master of St. John's lodge No. 1, AF & AM, a member of Washington chapter, RAM, and served three times as illustrious master of Davenport council, R & SM. Survivors include his wife, Mi-s. Helen G. <Durgin) Richards; two sons, Charles H. of Watertown, Mass., and John O'Neil Richards of Portsmouth; two daughters, Mrs. Gerald B. Shattuck of Rochester, N.Y., and Mrs. John R. Caldwell of Corpus Christi, Texas, and three grandchildren. I She was among the firs. 199 women to be selected as a group and approved by Pres!den;; Harry S. Trumaq/'for commissions ln the women's unit or the army. Under terms of legislation passed at the last session o! the 80th Congress. the President may appoint up to 500 officers in the WAC. ~ ·/ Mrs. Richmtnd, 53, • FataII y Stricken At Wh eeI Of Auto Mrs. Richmond-~ \Y Wontlnued from page one) /Protess1ona1 Women's club. She was f.l~o pre-,1clent Of the New Hampshire branch of the Wheelock College association and was a past presidPnt of the Portsmouth Junior High School Parent-Teacher assoclation Mrs. Constance Noyes Richmond, 53, prominent local clubwoman and civic worker, di ed at the wheel of Othe, affiliations Included the her automobile in Durham yesterGraf!ort club, Chamber of Comday afternoon when she was strickmerce, the Women's guild or the en with a heart attack. North Congregational church. the Red Cross mobile canteen, the War Mrs. Richmond had left her ofRecordi, committee and the War fice at the University of New Camp Community Service. Hampshire and was turning her car off College road at the time of her She 'Vas an unsuccessful candldeath. The car rolled gently down date in the city's first non-partisan a slight incline and struck the unimunicipal electlon last yoor. vers!ty forestry building, but no During World War II, she as- ◄ damage resulted. oisted her mother in the conduct The body was found by a univerof social and recreational activities sity student, Frank Morse. Dr. Forfor servicemen at the local uso. rest L. Keay of Rochester, Straf• • • ford county medical referee, attribHER MOTHER was the "dean" of uted t he cause of death to a heart hostes5e,5 at the USO center, having attack. devoted what ls believed to be a The woman was stricken at about national record of more than 6 _ 1 :40 o'clock, according to Durham 000 hours to that work in the Police Chief Louis P. Bourgoin. course of both world wars. Mrs. • • • Noyes won the regard as a "second .!UR . RICHMOND, who was preslmother" to hundreds of servicemen dent of the New Hampshire Federawho h::>d been stationed here. tion of Business and Professional' Mrs. Richmond was born in PortsWomen's Clubs from 1944 to 1946, re- 1 mouth Aug. 13, 1895, the daughter sided here with her mother, eMrs. ot the late Thomas D. Noyes and / Florence A. l'{oyes, at 65 Mendum 1 Mrs. Noyes, avenue. She was employed as secretary to the superintendent of properties at the st~te universi ty and also served as ~haJrman of the secretarial and cler1ea1. staff there. _She was prominently identified with many social and civic activities in Portsmouth. Besides serving as sta~e president, she held several offices in the local Business and (Please turn ·to page three) She was graduated from Portsmouth hig,h school in 1912, Wheelock Kindergarten Training school in 1!l15, and the Merchants and Bankers Sec ·etarial school 1933. Besides her mother, she ls survived by two sons, Lt. Allen P. Richmond, III, USA, now stationed- at Fort Belvolr Va. an-ct Thomas N Richmond, a' stud~nt at the Unlver-· sity or New Hampshire, and a granddaughter. In 1 �Four Area Wa r V ict ims Enroute to Home Burial E. G. Robinson To Be Secretary 'lG..\'5 Of Insurance Group JQ.~-~')... Portsmouth high school's football coach, Edward G. Robinson, ·yester' day accepted a post as permanent secretary of the New Hampshire Insurance Agent's association. Mr. Robinson will assume his new duties as soon as a replacement to take over his teaching job at the high school can be found. He expects to leave the Portsmouth school system about March 1. Announcement of the appointment of the Portsmouth high grid mentor to the job was made yesterday through Stowe Wilder, Port.smouth insurance man, who had' been secretary of the association. As football coach at Portsmouth high school, Mr. Robinson saw the REV. A. A. R OUNER Rev•·A• A Rouner Will Conduct1o., ~.i Radio Programs t • Portsmouth friends of the Rev. Arthur Acy Rauner will have the opportunity to hear the former pastor of the North . church, Congregational, when he conducts a series of Tuesday morning broadcasts over the Mutul!,l network during ~ bruary and March. In addition to_the weekly 10:15 am "Faith in Our Time" program, \ Mr. Rauner wlll conduct "Radio Chapel" over WOR at 9 :30 am each Sunday during March. Mr. Rouner is now pastor of the Cadman Memorial church, Brooklyn, N.Y. He began his duties there in 1946 after 18 years service at the North church. Commenting on his new parish, Mr. Rauner reported in a · letter to local friends that "Brooklyn has a lot of things that rank along with the Dodgers." . One of Brooklyn's largest church' es, the Cadman Memorial Includes many of New York's public leaders among its parishioners. Mr. Rauner is aided in his work by assistant minister, a minister· of music, a parish visitor and a church secretary. During his years in Portsmouth , Mr. Rouner was active as· a member of the board of education, a. director in local institutions such as the JYMCA, Salvation Army, Portsmouth hospital and the Wentworth h ome. Bodies o( four Portsmouth area war dead were enroute home today. Aboard the U. S. army transport Eric B. Gibson, which arrlved in New York City yesterday afternoon from Europe were the bodies of T /5 John El. Ryan, 22, son of Mrs. Beatrice A. Ryan of 21 Burkitt street; Pfc. Kenneth c. Hersey, son of Mr. and Mrs. Chester A. Hersey of 41 Dearborn street; and Pfc. Armanrt I Pepin, 21, son of Mr. and Mrs. Renry I Pepin of 61 Franklih street, Somersworth. The body o! Herbert E. Lord, 33, husband of Mrs. Edith Lord of South Main street, Seabrook, an-ived earlier this week at Brooklyn, N. Y. and is being shipped home. Corporal Ryan was killed in ac; tion at Normandy July 10, 1944. He was a member of the 197th battalion, field art!llery. He was born in Portsmouth Feb. 7, 1922, and was graduated from St. Patrick's parochial school before attendmg Portsmouth high school. Technician Ryan enlisted in Nov. 1942 and trained at Camp Blanding, Fla., and Camp Atterbury, Ind. e went overseas Feb. 7, 1944 and d ed five months later. Re ls survived by his mother and one sister, Mrs. Ru th Navelskl of Portsmouth. A brother, William J . Ryan and his father, William J . Ryan, Sr., died in recent years. Private Hersey was a native of Portsmouth and attended Portsmouth high school before accepting employment as a photographer at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. He was inducted in Nov. 1942. He trained at C&mp Blanding, Fla., tra.nsferred to Camp Atterbury, Ind., from where he went overseas in_Jan. •1 EDWARD G. ROBINSON 1944. He was killed in action July 7 of that year in Normandy while serving as a member of the 119th Infantry, 30th division. Th~ Frank E. Booma American Legion post of Portsmouth is arrangmg military funeral service5 for both Portsmouth men. Private Pepin was kllled in action at Margueray, France, Aug. 3, 1944 while serving as a member o! the 28th Infantry division. No ar- , rangemcnts have been made for best and the worst. His 1946 footbaU team won the New Hampshire Class B championship a nd he was chosen "Coach of the Year" by th e New Hampshire sports writers. The champions won eight games a nd lost one. The one loss was to Mt. Pleasant high of Providence, R.I., which tied Cranston for Rhody's tiservices but It Is expected the Somtie. Last year his Portsmouth Clippers ersworth Veterans of Foreign Wars reversed themselves as they lost post will provide a military escort. eiglht games and won one. The Seabrook soldier, first over"I am sorry to leave coachseas war hero to be returned to that ing," said th e Clipper mentor town, was a scout with the famed this morning," but I feel that , "Old Hickory" division. He was k!llthis is an opportunity I canno\ ed at St. Lo, Normandy, in 1944. afford to turn down. It is in an His wife, the former Edith Fowler entirely new field and one I am of Seabrook, said the body is to arsure I will enjoy." rive by· train at Newburyport, Mass., The executive board of the Inin about two weeks. It is to be placed surance association confirmed the Portsmouth's grid coach conferred in a tomb at Oak Hill cemetery, Seaappointment of Mr. Robinson at its with Supt. of Schools Raymond I. brook, to await burial in spring meeting yesterday afternoon in qonBeal upon his return to the Port City when military rites are to be held. cord. late yesterday and said he would A delegation from Seabrook Amerisubmit his resignation within a can Legion post is expected to escort week. He agreed to remain at the the body when it arrives at Newhigh school until a replacement can buryport. be found. A native of Exeter, he was a son The football coaching field at the of Herbert E. Lord of Seabrook. The high school is wide open for the sec- war veteran was married in 1935 at ond time in two years. There are Hampton. three men In the athletic departAfter being employed as a Seament who might be named to suc- brook police officer and at Portsceed Mr. Robinson as football coach mouth naval shipyard, he enlisted at the high school. ,. _ _ _ _, In the army Nov. 11, 1942. 0 T T/5 JOHN E. RYAN Military Groups Accord Services \o .To John E. Ryan ~T/ 5 John E. Ryan, son of Mrs. Beatrice Ryan of 21 Burkitt street, will be buried ln Calvary cemetery tomorrow morning following services from his home at 8 :30 am and C!!lebrat!on of a solemn high Mass of ,requiem at 9 :30 o'clock at the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Third of Portsmouth's war dead to be returned here for reburial, Ryan's body arrived lasb night and was given a full military escort to the J. Verne Wood funeral home by representatives of local veteran organizations. .A,dd!tional mllltary services are to be conducted at the Ryan home tonight by the Veterans of Foreign Wars under direction of Commdr. 1 George P. Frost, Joseph Loutber and John Bechard. Ryan, a former student both at St. Patrick's Parochial school and Portsmouth high school, was killed In action in France July 10. . He entered the army In Novembs1· of 1942 while employed at the Portsmouth navy yard as a driller. A native of Pol'tsmouth, T / 5 Ryan trained ab Camp Blanding, Fla., and Camp Atterbury, Ind. He was shipped overseas Feb. 7, 1944. Besides his mother, he L~ survived by a sister, Mrs. Ruth Navelski of Portomouth. �g onored Willi~ By St: /Andrew's Lodge ~rmy Returning Remains Of Lt. · Evert H. Smith 'J"L_t / Willis N. R ugg, , ecret:uy of St. Andrew·s lodge, F & AM, fo r m ore than 40 years, was fete d at a testimon ial dinner Mon day as the lodge also marked its 100t h anni ve rsary in Mason ic temple. Harold 0 . Cady of Con way, grand master of the Gra nd lodge of Masons in New Hampsh ire, was in troduced and Mr. Ru gg was n a med as h onorar y past master of his lodge. In his ta lk Mr. Cady reported hat this year m embers of St. Andrew's lodge so ugh t to h onor Mr. R ugg by electing him as master for the centennial year but tha t he declined. Mr. Rugg is the oldest ·ecretary of a New Ham pshire M sonic lodge in point of service an d one of t he oldest in New Englan d. Worshipful Master A. Neil Sch iot presided and extended a welcome t o 250 guests, some fr om as far away as th e Philippine isla nds. Mr. Rugg was pre ented by an escort tea m from DeWitt Clinton commandery, Knights Templar, of which h e is a past command er. Mr. Rugg was installed for the 41st consecutive tune as secretary of the lodge. Alonzo W. P arks, past iistrict deputy gra nd ma. ter, was in~alling officer. Mr. Parks was as si ted by Past Master La urence G . Peyser as !l'l'and marshal and J ohn H. Yea ton of St. J ohn 's lodge as grand chaplain. Mr. s ~hiot present ed the guest of. Robert 0. Smart, 23, son o! Mr. and honor with a desk set in behalf of Mrs. Ha!"vey Smart of 38 South the officers association. Afterwards Scaool street, and a prominent Thomas B. Ruxton, in behalf of three-letter athlete at Portsmouth the members of the lodge, presented high school several years ago, has him with a bouquet of roses for been commissioned a second lieutenl\Irs. Rugg. ant 1n the air force at Lackland air The drill squad of DeWitt Clinton iforce base, Sa.n Antonio, Tex. commandery, under the direction of Sir Knig•ht Horace P . Seymour exA World War II veteran, Smart emplified an exhibition drill. won letters for football, basketball Comdr. John S. Glo ver, USN. and track before he was graduated now of Springfield, Mass., was the from Portsmouth hign school In guesb speaker. Comma n der Glover, 1943. He was president of his senior a member of the local lodge fo r class. nearly 20 years, told of two lri1 Smart enlisted in the air force which he made to Ja pan in t h e June 23, 1943, and ser ved In the , period before a nd during the World China-Burma-India theater and War II. Alaska as a radio operator throughOthers to speak briefly and pay out the war. He was discharged from tribute to Lhe senice of Mr. R ugg the service as a staff sergeant folwere Right Worshipf ul R eginald lowing the war and after spending E. Goldsmith oI St. John's lodge, a short time with his parents repre ent deputy gran d master of the enlisted to enter officer's ca,ndidate New Hampshire Grand lodge of school. Masons, Dist. Dep. Gra nd Master He Is married to the :former Miss Earl R. Stockbridge of Exeter, Dist. Marilyn Dibbert, daughter of Mr. Dep. Grand Lecturer William Carsand Mrs. Robert R. Dibbert of 197 well of Dover and Mr. Pa rks. Richards a.venue. They have two children, Robert, five, and Patricia, three. They reside in San Antonio. Robert C. Smart .tl •)..1 Gets Commission I l The body of Lt. Evert H. Smith, USA, 22, son of Lt. Comdr. (ret) and Mrs. E. 0. Smith of 848 Middle street, Is among 4,459 dead American soldiers being returned to this country for reburial, the army announced today. Lieutenant Smith's body Is being ' returned aboard the Army Transport Lieutenant George W. G . Boyce with those of 12 other New Hampshire war casualties. Lieutenant Smith was r eported missing In action Aug. 11, 1943, while serving with an Infantry unit on New Georgia island. Two days later his parents were notified he was killed in action J uly 19. Born ill Washington, Lieutenant Smith received his earlier educa- · tion In California, and moved here , with his family In 1936. He was graduated from P ortsmouth hlgh Lt. EVERT H, SMITH school in 1938 and the University of New Hampshire with the class On September 3, 1943, Lieutenant of 1942, where he was a candidate for a Bachelor of Science degree as Smith was posthumously awarded a pre-medical student, and had the order of the Purple Heart. Besides his parents he is survived taken the advanced mllltary science course In the Reserve Officers by a brother, Norman, who Is practicing dentistry in Detroit. His Training corps. He was gent to Fort Benning, father, Lt. Comdr. Smith, served Ga., Officer Candidate school, where with the U. S. Navy for 35 years. he was commissioned a second lieuThe army did not set a definite tenant with · the infantry. date for the transport's an-Iva!. 31 �A NIVERSARY TRIBUTE - Members of the Rockingham County Bar association gathered at the Rockingham hotel last night to honor Judge Thomas H. Simes on the 50th anniversary of his admission to the bar, Prominent among those attending were, left to right Judge Arthur E. Sewall of York, superior court justice fo1· the state of Maine; Judge Simes, Municipal Court Justice Jeremy R. Waldron, the toa~tmaster, and Superior Court Justice Stephen r. Wheeler of Exeter. (Porlsmouth Herald photo) His 'Greatest Night' COiieagues in Tribute I ~!.!,~~~m~ h•~~omas Simes I time of his life last nighti. It was at a tes~ilnonial dinnerjust a simple affair commemorating his 50th anniversary as a lawyer -but as "the judge" expressed himself: I . . ~udge Thomas H. Simes, who completes a half-century of law practice . in Portsmouth Thursday, will be the guest of honor · that night a t & dinner at the Hotel Rockingham. d'i'nner fs being given by the Rockingham County and Ports•mouth Bar associations with Atty. Harold M. Smith acting as general chairman. Judge Simes-a member of the present city council-was admitted to the New Hampshire bar March 11, 1898 after preparation in Portsmouth schools and the University of Virginia. The judge served as a justice of the old Portsmouth municipal court from 1905 to 1913. He was nominated to head the Republican party's municipal ticket in 1942 but later withdrew from the race. Last December he was elected to the city's first manager, council. ·me "This ls the greatest night I have ever known." Lawyers from throughout the county burned out to pay their respects and, in the fluent rhetoric of their profession, heaped high the praises befitting so long and distinguished a career. "The judge" was noticeably moved In the midst of such venerating attention. In acknowledgement he said, "My half-century of service ab the bar Is only token payment for the honor which you have done me." The dinner, sponsored •by the county bar association and held at the Rockingham hotel, attracted men from all walks of legal life-a superior court justice for the state of Maine and another from New Hampshire, a deputy sheriff, a clerk of the court, young lawyers and old. Those who found it impossible to attend sent their regrets and congratulations.: There was no presenting of expensive gifts. "The judge" had asked that that not be done. He did ·receive, however, "the best thing you could have chosen"-a book by the late Governor Wmant, autographed by all those present. The speech-making was llnilted and held to the same general theme of eulogy to "the judge." But It came from all quarters. Superior Court Justice Stephen M. Wheeler of Exeter voiced his esteem and said he considered it "a privilege to have you, Judge Simes, practice in my court." Judge Jhomas H. Simes To Be Feted · Thursday ' Similar praise came from Judge Arthur E. Sewall of York, superior court justice for Maine. The closest analysis of Judge Simes' 50 years o! practice .was furnished by Charles H. Batchelder, who has been associated with him for the past 20 years and who attended grade school with him in Portsmouth 60 years ago. "There is no man I have ever known whom I would rather be associated with," he said. Roberb Marvin spoke for the "younger" local attorneys and William H. Sleeper of Exeter expressed the feelings of the visiting guests. The dinner was arranged by a volunteer committee headed by Harold M. Smith and composed of Charle.s J. Griffin and Thomas J. Morns. Municipal Justice Jeremy R. Waldron was toastmaster. THOMAS H. SIMES �Walter C. Staples - 'Loaned' for Life *** *** The post office "loaned" him to the navy department for six-months -44 years and six months ago . . Today Walter C. Staples Is clos- . Ing his shutter on near four and a half decades of service as of- ' ficlal photographer at the Ports-•, mouth naval base. And the career of this spritely oldster has covered the greatest days of the "yard" development. Wizened "Walt" Staples even was there to aim his lens at the launchIng of the first Portsmouth built submarine-the L-8-and has caught a.II but one since that day 31 years ago. Now, however, he admits, "I don't know what I'll do with my time, but I won't ever be far from photography." For this Is a man who made a boyhood hobby into a lifetime vocation. At 14 he made a deal with the late Alvin V. Nickerson-well known Portsmouth photographer of the last century--and learned to develop glass plates in exchange for sweeping out the studio. But like many another, Mr. Staples first went into other occupations before going into the one he made his work. He spent a year and a I half working in a meat market and then tried the postofflce. When the naval base construction program was started, the chle! , photographer classification, he was listed as a blueprint man at $2 a day. He did "blueprints" 2 years. "But that was good money • then," Mr. Staples said, "and I wasn't married so I could do pretty well." During his years on the yard he photographed two president.'!, William H. Taft and Franklin D. Roosevelt. A picture foremost in his mind, however, Is the one he "shot" of Admiral Pascual Cervera, the Span!sh naval leader who was a war prisoner In Portsmouth during the Spanish-American War. "I had a scoop and didn't know it," Mr. Staples ruefully commented. "Every paper in the country wanted a picture of him and one day I saw an American officer 'On the street with a Spanish officer and I took :i. picture. I didn't even know it was Cervera. "Anyway, I took the picture up to another photographer, and H went the rounds of the country. He gave me a buck for it.'' Mr. Staples, who lives on Woodbury avenue, disclosed that the proudest moment in his career came when he learned that some of his pictures had saved the government $44,000. He said a. contracting company *** Veteran Navy Yard Photographer Closes Busy Career I c:cw,w, dh1iP·. William F. Tilton, 67, Dies; Was Kittery Utility Head '{\.\') William French Tilton, 67, of 39 Chauncey street, manager of the Kittery Electric company and past grand master of the New Hampshire Grand Lodge, IOOF, died late yesterday at Portsmouth hospital. A resident of Portsmouth for more tban 44 years, Mr. Tilton had been confined to the hospital for about Ir two months. He was a past noble gramd of osgood lodge No. 48, IOOF, of Portsmouth; past department district grand master of the New Hampshire grand lodge, IOOF; president of the Osgood Lodge Building assocition; a member of Strawberry Bank Encampment; Union Rebekah lodge; past master of St. John's lodge, No. 1, F and AM; a member of the Seacoast Regional association; and past president of and charter member of the Portsmouth Lions club. • • • HE WAS BORN in Deerfield In 1881 the son of the late Frank and Lizzie (Tuxbury ) Til ton and attended grade schools in that community. He later moved to Amesbury, Mass., was graduated from Amesbury high school and several years later was graduated from Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth college. For a short time he was connected with the Amesbury Electric Light compa!"\y and in 1902 joined the old Rockingham County Light and Power comJ?any as a lineman. put In a claim against the government and when the company's lawyers examined his pictures of the t work done, they would agree only to ' a settlement far below the original demand. The one launching he missed still has Mr .Staples a little indignant. "A sudden storm came up and rather than mi,s the tide, they sent her down the ways a half hour ahead of time," he related. "The only rub was that they didn't La ter he was appointed distribubother to tell me and I arrived on tion superintendent of the firm, now the scene as she was going down the known as the New Hampsh'. rn Gas ·ways." and Electric company. He served in The veteran yard worker, whose hair still falls to be completely gray, is married to tJ!e former Annie J . Thorne. They have one son, Second Engineer Eliot Staples of the Portsmouth fire department. WILLIAM F. TILTON thrut capacity until 1940 when he was appointed manager of the Kittery office, He was awarded a 45-year service pin last year by officials of the company. He was active as manager until his hospital confinement two . months ago. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Nellie M. (Francis) Tilton; one daughter, Mrs. Bradley Clark of Portsmouth; a sister, Mrs. Dudley Currier of Newburyport, Mass., and a grandson, Richard Clark. j Ernest Trueman To Show Painting At Bos,on Gallery WALTER C. STAPLES draftsman, William Hills, asked Mr. Staples to go to work taking official "progress" pictures of the construction. The loan was instituted Nov. 4, 1904 and, because the navy's em• ploye rating system did not carcy a A painting entitled "Nor'easter" will be shown at the 15th annual exhibition of the Boston Society of Independent Artists by Ernest F. Trueman, a prominent local painter and a resident at 29 Morning avenue. The exhibition Is to be held from Jan . 12 through Jan. 31 In Boston. Mr. Trueman Is an employe at the Portsmouth navy yard and his painting will be shown with work done by some of the nation's top artists. -. •I The local man, twice wmner or honorable mention in national poster contests, also has exhibited a painting at the 17th Annual ShowIng of Contemporary Artists of New England. Nearly 600 paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture from 27 states and Canada are to be on exhibition at the Boston affair. Lectures and special demonstrations will be presented in conjunction with the event. J ,{ �B. C . .Woodbury, Doctor and Poet, Dies in Boston George Ward ))Takes Over "\\ Wood Funeral Home Henry B. Tilton, Ex-Morley Official, I • • • I Dies at Age 77 HENRY B. TILTON Henry Benson Tilton, 77, one of the first nine members of the Portsmouth City planning board in 1941, died unexpectedly this morning at his home, 1229 South street. General manager and vice president of the Morley Button company from 1915 to 1940, Mr. Tilton was born in Kingston Oct. 16, 1870, the son of L. Benson and Sarah F. Tilton. He had resided in Portsmouth for the past 33 years. He was graduated from Exeter academy and obtained his technical education later through special courses. For seven years he was employed by the Somersworth Machine company of Dover and for two years was with the Draper company in Hopedale, Mass. In 1901 he became chemist and manager of the Laconia Car company in Laconia and wo years later was appointed plant manager. He held that position until · 1915. Mr. Tilton belonged to several Masonic bodies, the Portsmouth Lodge of Elks and the UnitarianUniversallst church. He was a director of the Portsmouth Trust and Guarantee company, a trustee of the Mark H. Wentworth Home for chonic invalids and a trustee of the Howard Benevolent society. A past chairman of the Portsmouth chapter, American Red Cross, Mr. Tilton was a member of the executive board at the time of his death. Survivors include his wife, Grace G. <York> Tilton; one sister, Mrs. Emma T Hayes of Exeter, and a nephew, Alfred H. Hayes of Whiting, Ind. A nearly century-old Portsmouth funeral establishment passes into the hands of its fourth owner tomorrow when George B. ward assumes direction of the J. Verne Wood funeral home at- 7 Islington street. owned by J. Verne Wood since Nov. 1, 1916, the funeral home was founded in 1855 by the late Josiah Adams. The new 43-year-old director is a native of Portsmouth and has been associated with Mr. Wood since hLs discharge from the army In 1945. • • • SAID today that while Mr. Wood had turned over active management of the funeral home, he would continue to hold an Interest in the concern and act in an advisory capacity. Sketching the history of the local funeral business, Mr. Wood said it was owned by Adams until 1892 when it was bought by the late H. Wallace Nickerson, who in turn sold it to Mr. Wood. Adams, according to Mr. Wood, was a "real pioneer" In the undertaking business. He introduced the idea of ready-made coffins instead of having the deceased measured and a coffin "made to order." However, the firm's founder did not dare let the public in on his secret. He hid his collection of coffins in his barn and when needed for a funeral a coffin was varnishE'd MR. WARD so It would be properly sticky to Indicate that its manufacture was comparatively recent. MR. WOOD pointed out tihat he, himself, came Into the undertaking business In the days when hearses were horse drawn. "As a matter of fact," Mr. Wood recalled, "l brought the first motor hearse Into Portsmouth two years . after I took over the business. i "It was that awful winter of 1918 when the flu swept through town like a plague and, tragically enough, I h ad plenty of use for It." A year later Mr. Wood moved the site of the home from 13 Daniels street to its present location in the historic Buckminster mansion, from which the Buckminster chapel gets its name. • • • THE BURIALS OF the first hero dead from the two World wars were handled by Mr. Wood and in February, 1944. he conducted services for 14 crewmen of the British freighter, HMS Empress Knight, which ran aground at Boon Lsland ledge. Mr. Wood has been actively engaged in Portsmouth civic and frater:1al activities and said he tntends to incr~se that interest in the fut:ire. His successor was born ln Portsmouth !'l 1905, educated ln Portsmouth .~r,hools and for 15 _years was employed by The Portsmouth Herald. Dr. Benjamin Collins Woodbury, 66, poet, writer, and well-known Boston homeopath who practiced In Portsmouth 12 years, died Thursday at his home, 11 Marlboro street, Boston. President of the International Hahnemannian Institute, Dr. Woodbury came to Portsmouth in 1903 to succeed the late Dr. Frank Benedict a pra{:tltloner in this city for many years. Dr. Woodbury and his wife, the former Gertrude Francis, left Portsmouth in 1915 for the Hawaiian Islands where he continued his profession. The couple later returned to the United States and In 1919 established their home in Boston where Dr. Woodbury practiced until his death. They maintained a summer home at Harvard, Mass. A native of Patten, Me., and a graduate of Boston university, Dr. Woodbury was a member of the Unitarian church and was well acquainted with members of the local clergy and medical profession. In 1942 Dr. Woodbury had his dramatic arrangement of Robert Browning's "Paracelsus" published by the Baylor Bulletin, Baylor university, Waco, Tex. He completed this work in 1935 and read it before the Los Angeles Browning society which later made him an honorary member. He showed the arrangement to Dr. A. J. Armstrong of Baylor university, a noted Browning scholar, and Doctor Armstrong had it published as Serles 13 of Baylor university's Browning interests. ,. I A former vice president of the Boston Browning society, Dr. Woodpoetry including "The Epic of Salem," 1926, "War sonnets," 1918, and 1926, "War Sonnets," 1918, and 1 1 , "Portsmouth and Other Poems," I I 1923, · Always interested In the theater, , he had appeared at the Pasadena ' Playihouse, Pasadena, Calif., and many other amateur and professional productions. He was an active member of the old Portsmouth Players. [ Besides his wife, Dr. Woodbury I Is survived by two sisters, Miss Ger- , trude Woodbury ot Harvard and Mrs. Ivah Waddell of Presque Isle; I a brother, Eugene S . Woodbury, al- . , so of Harvard; and a. step-brother, ( Dr. Frank Woodbury of Pa~ten. I I 1 't 4t �4\ Wally . Woods; 73; Plays • Santa r::Il,q -And the Kids Just Love Him By DICK CONNOLLY Jolly Wally Woods tilted his faded baseball cap to the back of his head and smiled as he chuckled modestly: "It thrills me more than it does the kids.'' Wally, who is 73 and nearly as peppy as when he "burned up" the National baseball league with his superb p~tchin.g ability, was refening to his annual portrayal of Santa Claus for South End children. • • • otherwise known as Walter S. Woods of 41 Newcastle avenue - dons a bright red Santa Claus suit and beard each year and distributes "goodies" to kindergarten and first grade pupils at the Haven school. To mild-mannered Wally and his gleeful little friends, his act has been as much an institution Christmas itself for the past years. A retired Portsmouth mall carrier and at one time one of the most widely-known baseball pitchers in the country. Wally emerges each year from the skylight of his large home near the Haven school and lowers a basket of candy or gifts to the thrill,,d children. Today, the kindergarten and first grade youngsters gathered near his home and Wally, dressed as Santa, climbed through the roof window, waved vigorously to the kids and then chuckled loudly as they scampered for the basket. Miss Agnes M. McCarthy, Haven school principal, reported that the children were "thrilled to pieces.'' She added that the older children in the school, who experienced the same thrill in past years, are al- , lowed to witness the ceremony from their schoolroom windows. ALBERT H. WOOLFSON WALLY - Miss McCarthy said that the children's fondne~s for Wally was vividly displayed several years ago when he was forced to abandon his annual ceremony due to an attack of arthritis. She reported that the youngsters, at their own request, were allowed to visit him and sing Christmas carols. He was on the job the following year, however. "Some of the older children are aware of his disguise, but most of the younger ones believe that Santa Claus visits Mr. Woods every year because of their close friendship," Miss McCarthy aGded. Wally also entertains the neighborhood chlldren Christmas morning. He again dresses as Santa Claus and invites the children into his home for a small party and gifts. ja,t Albert Woolfson Elected President Of Tempie Israel Albert H. Wool!son was elected president of Temple Israel at a rece:it meeting at the vestry of the temple. Mr. Woolfson succeeds City Solicitor Samuel Levy who becomes a member ex-officio ot the board of directors. Other officers ohosen ·1vere: Harold Glaser, vice president; Dr. Elijah L. Levine, corresponding secretary; Earl Fox, fina11<eial secret.ary and Morris Silverman, treasurer. Directors named were: Alex BelJOLLY WALLY WOODS ostock, Jospeh Cohen, Samuel , , .Santa's friend Goodman, Charles Gquse, Leo , . . Herskowitz, William Hirshberg, Jack Another of Wally s hobbies is A non-smoker, non-drinker ancj. /Levy the Rev. Harry Libe ·son , Arsnow sculpture. The pleasant and non-gambler, Wally was called "The thu;· ' Reinhart, Albert Sados, Ben-1 soft-spoken ma.n, who now is em- Sunday School Pitcher," fo1· his re- ijamln Singer and Harry Winebaum. ployed by a downtown candy store, I fusal to play baseball on the Sabconstructs •various animal figures bath. fi•om snow and Ice while the young• • • sters look on in glee. J SINCE RETIREMENT In 1937 He Is one of 15 children and was after more than 20 years as a letter born in Rye where his parents carrier, he has maintained a keen seLtled after coming to this country interest in all sports, principally from England. Of his family, six baseball. He was well-known as an were prominent athletes. He became umpire throughout this section. a brilliant baseball, football and Married to the former Miss Mary basketb!\11 player at Portsmou th M. Tucker of Portsmouth, they have n!,,h school. It was In basketball a son Wadleigh W. Woods, II. noted / th;t he and five brothers became tennis instructor now affll1ated with At U1e same time, members of known as "T~e .w~ods Bro th ers.'' the American Red Cross at New the . temple officially welcomed Rabbi Joseph Schimmelman to his IN 1895 Wally began his profes- Brunswick, N. J. slonally baseball career which lastTo Jolly Wally. Woods his ad- duties ·hete. ed 21 years. starting as a pitcher vancing age Is inconsequential, for 1 Other officers installed were: Harold Glaser, vice presldenb; he ·play with Haverhll! and Port- today he assured the South End Morris Silverman, 'treasurer; Earle land In the New England league youngsters: Fox, financial secretary; Dr. E. L: and later moved on to Springfield In "Santa will be on my roof again Levine, corresponding secretary• 1897. ThP following year he was next year." Alex Belostock, Joseph Cohen, sold to the Chicago Cubs and reSamuel Goodman, Charles G~use, mained in the National league for Leo Herskowltz, William Hrrshsewral years, playing with Louisberg, Jack Levy, Samuel Levy, the ville, then of the National league, Rev. Harry Liberson, -Arthur R~lnand Pittsburgh. He later played for har t, Albert Sados, Benjamin SmgSyracuse and the Jersey City nine. er and Harry Winebaum, members He bec~me a catcher for Buffalo in 1910 and stayed with that club of the board of directors. I The program was opened with two years before joining the Troy team in t.he New York State league. invocation by Rabbi Schimmelman He also coached baseball at Dartand a welcoming address by Dr. mouth college and ended his baseAlbert H. Woolfson was Installed Morton J. Robbins, presid~nt of ball career in 1915 to accept a1,1point- last nighb as president of the Ports- the New England Zionist reg10n., ment as a Portsmouth mall carrier. mouth Temple of Israel in InstallA gift was presenlied to Mr. ation and reception ceremonies at Levy retiring president and the prog;am closed with benediction the vestry oi, the temple. by Rabbi Markowitz. I l Albert H. Woolfson Installed Head l q Of Temple Israel �New Sub-:s Construction Two Shipyard Employes \5 Outlined in Navy Budget Cited for L~~g Service 4Z <i,., \ \1ASHI GT0N, ,tan 15 r P !-The navy ~•ants to spend f83,000,000 In the year slart!ng July 1 out of a 480,000,000 progr,im for postwar moderniza t!on of its fleet. congress already has authorized $250,000,000 of the program. President Truman's budget for the 1949 financial year asks another $230,000,000 auU10rizatlon. If Congress approves the new request, actual spending would be spread over a three to sixyear period, depending partly upon how fast the actual cash Two Portsmouth naval shipyard employes recently were cited by N . , ncretary John L. Sullivan ''for their long and faithful service." avy Honored were Thomas J. Donovan, marine engineer in th d l )ranch of the_ Planning department, and Walter E. MacDonald, ~of~~!~ m Shop 11, shipyard employes for 40 years. Secretary Sullivan's citation was* read as the men were awarded 40 year pins by Capt. R. S. McDowell, USN, shipyard commander. Mr. Donovan who resides at 112 Lincoln avenue, was born in Portsmoutlh Nov. 10, 1890, and atten,cted local schools. He accepted employment in Dec., 1907, In the steam engineering department. He now is a supervisor. Mr. MacDonald was born Oct. 1, 1882 at Plympton, Digby County, N. S. He accepted employment at the local shipyard in May 1907 as a shipfltter and has worked there ever since with the exception of a brief interval when he transfen-ed to the Bath Iron Works. He was promoted to leadingman shipfitter April 9, 1918, and served in that capacity until July 1, 1921. Since Sept. 1936 he has been a loftsman. Mr. MacDonald resides with his daughter, Mrs. Marbha Regoulisky of 31 Love Lane, Kittery. Tobey Protests Wage Scale Rule I '!O.•:P For Sh'1pyar d ~p;:::1::~:~;d,$67,000,000 of the proposed $83,000,000 outlay in fiscal 1949 will come from last year's contract authorization and the remaind~r from the requested new authorization. I Whether the navy w!ll be allowed to spend the $83,000,000 In that per1od, however, must still be decided by Congress. It has been approved by the administration, but weeks of congressional hearings and discussion lie ahead for the whole governrnent budget. The navy has money for the clean-up of its war construction, plus some special experimental building and modification . New naval construction &nnounced to date includes five submarines, patterned on highspeed German models; one killer ship, a high-speed destroyer type vessel for hunting submarines; and four destroyers. Ships to be converted include nine destroyers, which will be made over into fast destroyer-escorts; two submarines to carry troops for speclalized amphibious operations; one submarine for cargo carrying and 1· A protest on wage scale changes made Nov. 13 at the Portsmouth naval shipyard was enro te to Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan today from New Hampshire's Republican Sen. Charles W. Tobey, chairman of the Senate committee on banking and currency. senator Tobey made his protest ln a letter in which he disclosed he has "received many protests from union organizations at the shipyard as to the Inequities and injustices Inherent in the new scale." Portsmouth Naval Reserve Ship j ,~ To Sail Jan. 16.for San Juan Cruise Capt. Stanley P. Moseley , ship1 yard chief of staff, today told The Portsmouth Herald the new scales provided wage reductions in several The USS PCE-843, Portsmouth's cer berth, already are assigned to shops. naval reserve training ship, wlll sail officers from Portsmouth, Dover and "Present emplo es, however, from here Jan . 16 for San Juan, Manchester. are not affected by the ruling," Puerto Rico, on a two-week trainhe added. "It applies only to new ing cruise for members of the local personnel." organized naval reserve unit. • The New Hampshire senator said This w!ll be the first long-distance one submarine for Arctic picket hls · comp1a In t was base d on: • cruise to be undertaken by a vessel duty; two landing craft and an at(1) The area surveyed ln the wage assigned exclusively for naval retack cargo vessel, all three for Arc-, tic service. scale study does not contain Indus- , serve use. tries performing work comparable Lt. (jg.) J. P. Strickland, USN, In various stages of consti;uction to that at the shipyard. officer in charge, pronounced thP. along the east coast are two guided (2) The area surveyed extended 1900-ton vessel ready for the 2,600missile ships, the 45,000-ton former only 18 miles to the south but went ' mile voyage after completion of battleship Kentucky and the 27,500· 80 miles up the coast as far as recent trials at sea. ii Bath, Me. Portsmouth's civilian sailors will ton large cruiser Hawa ; one 27 ' 000 - 1 (3) The wage survey board ignored have three days of sight-seeing in ton carrier, the Oriskany; and five the area of procurement, l. e., a San Juan. The commandant of the cruisers scheduled for completion rough check of the workers In one 10th naval district has furnished a b this year-the 14,700-ton Worces- shop over the last 10 years lndica- list of Puerto Rico's points of in7'CA;i; ter and Roanoke, and the 17,000- tlon that out of a total of 55 men terest and recreational facil!t!es to ton Des Moines, Salem and New- only seven came from Maine and six the local unit commander. MJdshlpman · .Reginald Butler, port News. from New Hampshire. Most of the vessel's 90 enlisted USMS, son ·of Mr. and Mrs. Raybillets already have been applied• for Senator Tobey wrote he bemond Butler. of 109 Bow street, I lieved shipyard employes have a by members of the organized divi- I Portsmouth, is among 137 midshipslons. Manchester, Lawrence and , reasonable ground for grlevmen or the Maine · Maritime acaLowell will also send quotas of orThe submarme USS Piper ance/' demy, Castine, aboard the training ganized reservists. Officer billets, rived at her birthplace, the PomHe also declared "it looks as 'with the exception of one communiship American Sailor on a threemouth naval base, ye.;terday to un- though the navy departmen t conmonth cruise through the Panama cation officer and one medical offidergo a three-months overhaul. cluded that the Portsmouth wage canal to the West coast. The Piper, which is based at the scale should be lower than the BosThe annual cruise is a part of a New London, Conn., sub station, ton shipyard scale, and then set mldshipma11's training before rewas the 15th sub to be built here out to prove that point." ceiving his commission a.,; ensign The survey resulted in a cut or in 1944. She was floated from the The New Hampshire Republican about two cents an hour in the pay in the naval reserve an'Cl third asnew d!ydock along with the Thread- maintained there ls no difference In scales and was made public by E. A. sistant engineer's or third mate's fin in June of 1944. living cosls in Portsmouth and Morse, president of local 741 of tho license in the maritime service. housing accommodations are · as National Federation of Federal E~i: The trip which will end at Castine limited as in Boston. ployes. April 23 will Include stops at st. "The determination of the wage Mr. Morse said the two-cent cut Petersburg, F'la., Balboa, c. z., AcaThe submarine, USS Kingfish, survey board has resulted in lowwould not apply ho present employes pulco, Mexico, Los Angeles, San which has been in the reserve fleet ered hourly rates at Portsmouth at a.s long as they mainLaln their presFrancisco Cristobal, C. Z., and at New London, Conn., arrived at a time when living costs are Increas- ent ratings but will apply to new Charleston, S.C. the Portsmouth naval shipyard this ing by leaps and bounds, and the employes and to present workers Midshipman, Robert 'Dhorndlke, morning. The sub will be. given an workers are under a real hardgh!p," when they step up or down in rating son of Mr. and Mrs. Loren ThornoYerhaul and refitted as a naval re- he said. Hts group protested the findings dike of Lincoln avenue, also is a ser\'e armory ship. Work I to be because the figures were secured bv member of the group. completed b:v March 15 according a group they do not feel was com~ to yard officials. petent to judge. J Portsmouth .Youths Leave CruisEl In C~nal Zone on ub Arrives ar- 1 I I l I ub Arrives I �Shipyard Gets Key Role In Developi~g~ Fast Subs 4~ volves streamlining the hulls of the submarines by reducing the size of the superstructure, removing deck guns and other topside projections. \ The navy department said such an operation will provide valuable ln[ormatlon In perfecting construction plans for two experimental submarines recently authorized by Congress and \Vil! aid !n the training of navy anti-sub forces against high speed submerged undersea fighters. One of the proposed subma• rlnes-the SS Tang-will be constructed at the rortsmoulh naval base, while the SS Trigger will be built at the Ele trio Boat company at Groton, Conn. Both have been named for submarines lost during the Streamlining work also is being last war. done to incorporate results of reAttempts to build a "true subcent. naval research and German marine·• have been made by many submarine development during countries. Germany came closer to world War II. It during World War II with the A Por tsmouth naval shipyard offi- Schnorkel "breathing tube." cial today said two World War II In lt.s streamlining program the submarines-the Amberjack and navy will use an improved version Odax-have been altered under the of this tube which enables a sub to program. Two o hers-the Pomo- stay under water until the fuel runs don and Corporal-have been out. The German Invention allows st,reamlined at the other naval the batteries of a submarine t.o be shipyards. recharged while It cruises slowly out Alteration work, being done while of sight under water surface. the vef>Sels under11;0 overhauling. in- Portsmou th's naval shipyard is to be instrumental in navy construction of a self-sufficient submarine. This was disclosed over the weekend by navy o[ficials In Washlngton who said basic steps are being taken toward design and construction of a "true submarine"-one which will operate for lengthy periods under water without having to surface for fuel or air. Previous attempts to build such a vessel have proven fruitless. Navy spokesmen in lhe nation's capital said initial steps In tl1elr program for building such an underwater craft call for conversion of submarines to Increase their underwater speed. l 16 Win Awards =3.'1 I For Suggestions At Naval Shipyard U.S. Will Build · Sixteen employes of the naval shlpyard received cash awards for their beneficial suggestions at a. ceremony yesterday. Capt. Thomas G. Reamy, USN, production manager, presented the awards In the absence of Capt Ralph s. McDowell, USN, gh!pyard commander, who ls in, Washington . Edward Fr. Nightingale, machinist of the inside machine ~hop, received the top award of 75 for hi~ suggestion of a. tool set-up for machining gheaves in turret lathes. Others winning cash awards were stanley P. Bat.chelder, Carroll E. Adams, Verne w. Rockwell James E. Martin, and Nell S. Carieton of Shop 51, Bart M . Dalla. Mura and Charles A. Maccormack of Shop 31, Joseph A. Drage of Shop 37 Miss Addle W. McFarland of th~ management, planning and review section, Norman B. Wilbur of the supply department, Roland E. Moreau, engineering draftsman, Thomas H. Gosselin, job printer Roy w Colllns, Roger Kay and 'Kenneth Dennett of the service section. The awards totalled $360. Giant Flaffop;11 High Speed Subs WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 (AP)Planes big enough to carry atomic bombs may be able to operate from a giant new American aircraft carrier. The proposed adclltlon of a 60,000to-80,000-ton mammoth flattop and eight other experimental warcraft to the nation's arsenal of new weapons was first hinted at a month ago by President Truman. The President proposed In his budget message to Congress that $230,000,000 which would have gone Into ships now on the ways be used Instead to build fighting craft of "advanced design." Secretary of the NavY sum,,an yesterday made another disclosure: The hopes for guided missile development are somewhat ahead of accompUshed fart. Th refore the n~vy Is stowing awa., for a time, lts plan for con vertmg the hulls of two big battle wagons into guided mlsslle launchh1g craft. Construction work on the battleship Kent ucky and the battl cruiser Hawaii will be postponed in~ definitely, In addition to th new carrier Sullivan said the navy intends, if Congress approves, to: Build four submarines capable of hlgh speed while submerged and presumably equipped with German-developed features enabling them to remain under waler for long periods. Bulld a. new "hunter-klller" ship of destroyer-like speed but larger and outfitted with Improved detection gear to locate enemy submarines. Convert a 27,000-ton Essex class carrier and two submarines. What that modernization would includ Sullivan did not say. e Portsmouth Subs To Visit Cuba WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 (AP)The navy is sending a destroyer and three submarines to Cuba. next week for the 50th anniversary observance o! ~he sinking of the battleship Mame. The vessels will arrive In Havana from Key West, Fla., on Feb. 13 and remain three days. They are the destroyer Sarsfield, and the Portsmouth, N.H., built submarines Spikefish and Madregal and the sub Sa.blefish. The battleship Maine was blown up In Havana harbor Feb. 15, 1898, shortly before the outbreak of the Spanish-American war. cause of the blast, which took 260 Jives, was never determined. �Sub Victim's Widow Fights for° Yard Job I Mrs. Batick's case was · first brought to the attention of the Departmen,t in November 1946, and during this period the Commander of the Shipyard has made an effort to retain her services, but was unable to continue her on the rolls beyond , the time allowed by the Commission's displacement order. In coooection with this displacement order I am presenting for your· information the followipg facts which not only have a bearing on this case but on hundreds of otiher cases throughout the rfaval Establishment. At the ))eginning of and' during the war period there were not a sufficient number of ellgibles on the Civil Service registers to meet the needs of the service, and as a resulb war service and temporary appointments were authorized. It is the responsibility of the Civil Service Commission to determine the necessary qualifications for the perfonnance of the duties of the various types of positions in · the competlt,ive service and to establish examination requirements accordingly. Many emJ!)loye.s loerving under war .. ervice appi;.intrt1ent.5 be· came exceedingly y&._luable .a~q , efficient em p 1 o yes, and many, through meeting the requirements have had their appointments converted to competitive appointments. Otiher.s, however, have failed · to pass the examinations or to meet other standards which are a 1·equisite to competitive appointment. These are now being separated as persoru. who have in.et the requirements become . availa"ll1e and as reductions in force are necessary. Mrs. Margaret E. Batlck of 2951' . Thornton street-widow of a sailor At the same time, Navy Secretary \\·ho Jo.st his life when the submar- Su11lvan said the sepa~ations were ine Squalus went d6wn May 23 , a_cco rd lllg to Civil SerV1ce commis1939-has turned to nearly all sides ) SJon rules. He did not suggest that with her problem and it looks like President Truman give the order. her last chance is a man from MisHe did,. however, recommend that souri named Truman. Mr~. Batick and Mrs: Dar))y take Th • h hlrred local Civil Service examinations to detere case, w111c11 . as s mine t.helr eligib!lity for their jobs. veterans organizatwns 1'.<> rise to They did, but failed, although Mrs. her defense, came ~o llght w~en Bat!ck recently told The Portsmouth 41-year-old Mrs. Batick, mo th ei of Herald that "the test was about a nine-year-old girl, was discharged everythmg except the Job I was dofrom her position as payrol~ clerk Ing at the shipyard." at the l;'ort.smouth naval shipya rd , P o.sslbility that attempts may be along with Mrs. My~tle Darby of Maplewood avenue. made to appeal the case directly to President Trwnan was revealed toToday, however, the problem day by Albert J. Shepard, commandremains at a standstill as the er of the shipyard veterans group, War Veterans association of the who said delegates will. be chosen shipyard formulates its latest at a meeting Friday i1ight to disstrategy in appealing that the cuss the matter with a Philadelphia women be reemployed. subsidiary of the organization. The discharge seque~ce, as Mrs. "If we get the backing we will Batick claims, was th is, probably send a group to WashlngMrs. Batick star~ed working at I ton to talk to Congressman Merrow the shipyard May lO, 1942 , as an and, eventuaJly, try to see the Pres"under clerk" on a temporar~. bas- ident" Mr. Shepard said. ls. Receiving "very good" efficiency Me~nwhlle Mrs Batick is wonderratings in that capacity, ~he event- ing what to do and also wll,ll. t John ually was promoted to ti me a nd J. Batick, electrician's m\.te 1/c, payroll clerk" and worked at that USN, who "made the supreme sacrijob for almo.st a year. flee in the highest tradition of the On Jan. 10, 1947, however, Mrs. navy," would be thinking If he had Batick received notice she :vas to be any way of knowing about this discharged-the same notice th at series of events. was later modified with this communication~ "Mrs. Margaret E. Eatlck: "1. Your notice of discharge to take effect 10 January 1947 will be cancelled in view of a recent civil service regulation which permits the shipyard commander to place unmarried widows of veterans in retention group A, even though they hold war service appointments." That note was signed by Chief Shipyard Clerk T. S. Marden. It was followed, though, by a. notice from the shipyard comLittle hope ot · reinstatement In m.a,nder telling Mrs. Batlck that her former Portsmouth naval shipher appointment was to be yard position could be found for terminated Nov. 20 of last year. Mrs. Margaret E. Batick today In , The wife of the navy veteran who a personal letter from Navy secreserved 16 years prior to his death on tary John L. Sullivan. the lll-"fated Squalus, then started In replying to a Jetter f1•om J. D. her campaign for reinstatement. In• Hartford, publisher of The Portacluded were apparently futile pleas mouth . Herald, which appeared in to Congressmen Charles W. Tobey, this newspaper as an editorial, Chester Merrow , Styles Bridges, secretary sulllvan wrote: 1 Secretary of the Navy John L. Sul- Dear Mr. Hartford : livan, Congr s wonian Edith Nourse Your letter of 17 February 1948 · Rogers, Con e,cticut's Gov. James L. in the inberest of Mrs. Margaret E. ' Mcconaughy, and Donald S. DawBatick, with enclosure, has been son, administrative assistant to the received, and I appreciate you;r inPresident. , terest in this case since it h!IS been The replies, however, prh1ted on w1th deep regret that I have adstationary and Western Union vised others interested of the blanks which comprise a pile almost necessity for her separation. large enough to fill a suitcase, were For over a year prior to her sepfilled with : "Sorry," "We are try arahlon every effort practicable was ing," "Much in sympathy," and "Remade to secure conversion of Mrs. gret." Batick's war service appointment But with all this good feeling to a competitive status appointneither Mrs. Batlck nor Mrs. ment, which would have prevented Darby have their jobs. her separation through displaceFrom Sena tor , Bridges came ment order issued by the Director notification that an executive order of the First Civil Service Region•, -a directive from the President-and wotlld have given her a higher would be necessary to restore the retention preference in reduction women to employment. in force actions in the future. I I NavySecretary Declines Action In BatickCase I Continued effort In a. fight.. for reinstatement of Mrs. Margaret Ba.tick and Mrs, Myrtle Darby, both widows of servicemen, in their former posts at the Portsmouth naval shipyard was pledged last night a.t a meeting of the executive board of the Naval Shipyard War Veteran's a-5sociatlon, Post No. 2. Officials of the orga.niza.tlon ha.ve spearheaded the drive to ·h ave both women reappointed to their jobs on a permanent basis despite Civil Service re• ruJatlon~. •The Civil Service Commi.ssion was granted authority by the President of the United States to determine the duration o! war service and other temporary appointments, and to pr~ribe the method for replacing persons holding such a,ppointments. under this authonty, as delegated to him, the Director of the First Civil Service Re ion ordered displacement of thOse war service ernployes in the Portsmouth Shipyard whose appoin tments had not been converted to a competitlve status, and Mrs. Batick was one of these. such a displacement order has the effect of withckawing the authority of the Navy Depai·tment ror the continued employment in a position specified in the order, of any non-status employe covered by the order, after the effective date indicated therein by the Commission. r know you will appreciate bhat I \ /\. since there are at the vaiious naval "\ \ activities throughOut the Naval Establishment a very large number of employes who are veterans, or the wives or widows of veterans, who can not be given a competitive status witihout meeting the requh'ements for such status, we cannot show preference for one widow over many others, despite om· sympathy in this particular instance, by recommending Executive Order appointments. This is especial~y true when, l)e<)ause of the drastic reductions in force which have become necessary in rebum to peacetime operations, many persons who ha.ve a competitive status and who have worked for us for a very long time must also be separated. I deeply regret the necessitf for Mrs. Batick's separation. You may be assured that in the event she se<:ures eligibility 'for appoinbment ·through examination, she will be given consideration _for further _e?1ployment by the Na'{Y in the flllmg of any vacancy for which she may be eligible for appointment. Sincerely yours, JOHN L. SULLIVAN No New Survey ,-,o Slated on Wages, Navy Announces No resurvey of wage scales at the Portsmouth naval shipyard ls planned in the near future, the navy department has informed Maine U.S. Rep. Margaret Chase Smith. Representative Smith sald the navy told her "it ls not believed that a .resurvey will bring out anything at the present time." However, the navy said that resurveys were being planned for North and South Ca rolina installa- I tions. Resurveys will be carried out at bases where changes In conditions warrant, the navy added. Last month · U.S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey of New Hampshire protested reduced wage schedules at the PorLsmouth shipyard with Navy Secretary J ohn L. Sullivan. Senator Tobey told the naval secretary he had received many objections to the "inequities and Injustices inherent in the new sca le." Tobey said "it looks as though the navy . decided that. the Portsmouth scale should be lower than Boston's and then set out to prove Its point." Wage reductions of two cents an hour in the Portsmouth shipyard pay schedules were announced last year by the navy. The reductions followed a survey of pay rates in other PorLsmouth area Industries. But Senator Tobey accused the navy's investigators of going only 18 miles south of Lhe yard while surveying north as far as Bath, Me. Officials at the naval base said that the reductlo11S were 1!1 effect ln several shops but claimed that ;:mly new employes were affected or employes whose classifications have been changed. �[i;,a lndividQcils,~· To Make Jobs For T WO Y ears · A forecast that the Portsmouth naval shipyard's pre.~ent, level of employment will bP. be!~ stable fo~· at least two year~ was given last 111ght bJ Capt. Ralph s. McDowell, USN, shipyard commander. . The naval officer, head of Portsmouth's leading Industry, expressed that opinion while speaking before more ,than 250 pers01~s iit Portsmouths Industrial reliit1ons Institute 11 t the nnmlclp11l community center. The . shipynrd . comm111~ctP.r said about 5,400 now 111e employed at the local naval base, about one-fourth of the wartime peak of 20,000. , Post-war navy commitments, ineluding "expensive submarine alterwere cited hv Capl:1.ln Mct ions" a ·' as reason for · malnt:1lnlng · Dowell · the present employment level. The guest speaker disclosed the local shipyard was the only one of 11 In the country which v.·as devoted exclusively to submarines. He said of the 263 subs which the navy operRted during Worlrl W:1r II. !16, or more than one-third of the entire ' American submftl'lne force were built In Portsmouth . Captain l\tcDowell Intimated that Important Information con- , · ciernlng hlghly-srcret operations at the local naval center during the past yca.r Is to be released Sunday In Washington, He diet I not elaborate, The navy official, sp,aklng on the toi;te "Industrial RelRtlons In the Ne vat Shlpy11rd5," described whiit \ steps the government hR5 tnkrn t.o \ I I ch:~~%1~uth American Red Cross \ chapter Alvin F. Redden of Portsmouth 'chairman; Durham Amerlcan R'ed Cross chapter, Lyman J. Batchelder, wartime chairman; Maine and New Hampshire sea- .\ board Camp and Hospital council,, Mrs. Merle Mitchell of Kittery.,, _ Draftsmen Work -~ W k \ Six-Day Iee r-ftJ' On Sub p ans , -----· , ·, .. . ,N ,, <°'/4,i fr ' . J. . . ' l ' ' ,, i ) ' .. t ' ~. "< 1 j - . Naval reserve officers now on Inactive duty will be given the op;~r~· 1 tunlty to apply for active duty starting in June, lt was announced ,to4ay 1 at First naval district headquarters. Individual certificates of appreciation and certificates of achievement for several organizations were awarded yesterday by Rear Ad· miral J. H. Brown, Jr., USN, comI mander of the Portsmouth naval base. Individual awards were presented to John H. Greenaway, John W. Howe and Harry Winebaum of Portsmouth, Miss Mary Chandler of Kittery, and Timothy Higgins and Leo J. Ryan of South Groveland, Mass. Area. organizations rec e Iv Ing ! av.•ards and accepting them were: 1 Portsmouth women's City club, Mrs. Arthur Baum, chairman; New Hampshire Federation of Garden clubs, Mrs. Gordon Percival of Durham, chairman; New Hampshire Stale depart.ment, BPOE, D rell of Portsmouth, Char 1es u m hospital chairman; New Ha p1 L st t department American s 1 re a e • L eg10 · n , Charles Bia.ck , hospital chairman. American Legion auxiliary, Mrs. Leeta B. Rintz of Portsmouth, rehabilitatlon chairman ; Portsmouth auxiliary DAV, Mrs. Herbert And er-1 son, com~1ander;,Jienry Wallingfor~ . t No 89 American Legion, Erne5t , ~osHutchln~ of Kittery, commander; -\ Kittery American Legion auxiliary, Mrs. Clifford Jenkins, rehabilitation - - - - - -- . .f, Insure close lRbor relations at the Portsmouth naval base. Also speaking ab 111st night's lab. or relations school. sponsorect by the Most Rev. Matthew F. Brady, D. D., bl~hop of the Catholic diocese of Manchester, was the R<'V. FranDraftsmen and· navy personnel els J, Curran. curR\c at st. Mich- ' working on submarine plans at the ael's church, Exeter. Portsmouth naval shipyard last wdeek Father c11rr11n, director of Exe- : went on a six-day week sche u 1e ter's Industrial relation!' Institute, although yard officials th!~ morning used . as his theme, "Man Has said the move "has nothing to .~o Rights." wlth the International situation. Declaring man has a right lo a A navy spokesman said the work• living wage, the Exeter churchman Ing schedule was extended-In tthls l!ald this right entitles man to a department alone _ to relieve he decent and comfortable living for yard's dlfflcultle11 caused hy an In• himself and his family under cer- . abUlty to hire a sufficient number taln lndusbrlal conditions and toe- · . of drafting techn1c1ans. al circumstances. I "If a man Is given this right," Father Curran asserted, "It ahould provide him with the Using 11s hli; topic "Htiinan Be- . nec,ssltlt11 of life, enahlr. hint to havlour and the Indlvldm1l," the 1 hold lnsuranre on himself and Dover school official aMerted there fa_mlly, put money aside for a are five basic drivel! which impell · rainy day, old agl', anrl eduus to do what we do. cation for his children." These are a de5lre for security, Father Curran continued by ~ay- to belong to someone, success; phylng man al.so has a right to prop- sical well-being and status. erty but lb Ii! "abolished by "90111Speakers were introduced by the mimlsm." Rev. Thomas F. Duffy, assistant · Another gues~ speaker was J,/ pastor at Immaculate Conception 1 Walter Langley of the Dover Vo- church and djrector of the labor ca Uonal school. relatlom school. Another session Is to be held Thursday night, , - . ~avy Open· s.·Ac~ive}~o·~ts·. . . /yl.,,,,I For ResefVe Officer·st '} ~-·:-~\r \For Aid to Navy 1JJ i ~: ·sub Alterations ~ 1 .. OCn~Groups 'citlid~' S_ hipyard y 45 The program is lntenoed to fill anticipated vacancies in the navy officer complement. It provides for the recall of a limited number of reserve officers to active duty by means of a selecfJ!on board which will be set up a.t Washington, D. c,, to process applications. Following normal peacetime polIcy naval reserve officers cannot be called to active duty except upon their own request and they re- INavy Promotes Captain Bisset rr-r ~ I 1 To Renr Admiral Capb. .Andrew G. Bisset, USN, public works officer at the Portsmouth naval base, was one of two captains In the civil engineering corps of the navy promoted to the rank of rear. admiral by President Truman yesterday. Rear Admiral Bisset, 54, a legal resident of Sliver, lake, Madison, ls a native of Washington, D. C. He was graduated wltih honors In civil engineering from Lafayette college, class of 1915. He resigned a position with the Pennsylvania railroad and George A. Fuller Construction company to accept a commission In the navy and during the first world war was .stationed at the New London, Conn., submarine ba.-;e. For three years he was off!cerln-charge of construction at , the U. S. Naval academy, Anne.polis, Md., and for four years was treaty engineer to the Republic of Haiti. Admiral Bisset Is on his second tour of duty here serving as public works officer from September 1939 until December 1941 and coming 1 back to the same post In May 1946. , He went to the Pacific in December 1942 In charge of the construction of an advanced naval base and air fields at Esplrtu Santos In the New Hebrides. In February, 1943, he was made officer-in-charge of the Fifth naval construction regiment comprising th~ six see.bee battalions In the New Hebrides. He continued In this duty until the summer of 1943 when he· was made base construction officer on the staff of the commander service squadron, South Pacific force In charge of sea.bee activities In the South Pa~ ciflc purl~ the Solomons and Ad· mlralty Island., campalgna under Admiral Halsey. ta.In the prlvllege of requesting •release to Inactive duby at any time. Selection will be based on •consideration of service backgroµn,d, ag~. physical standards and ~ general · qualifications for ' sea or,. overseai duty. '• , + , 1 • •" ' 7 ~ • " ~ I \·l Provision hM been' made · for applicants to Indicate. in their reques~ first, second and third choices ~ to location of duty, . However,· e navy· department has emi>haslz~ that requests for active duty,'.: must Include a statement that .the appll• cant agrees to serve y.,here needeji It selected. Officers on ln11,c~re duty desiring Information ',as , to how to" apply for active duty sh,ould Inquire at the U. s. naval reserve, training center nearest their ,h0tll . .... .~ No -~eri Suiyel~\~ Slated on W~~.es'~ Navy Anlio~~c11(X .,, I : No resurvey of wage scales iat1 he I Portsmouth naval Bh'ipya.rd ·,:. '•ls planned in ·the near •future,. ~lie 1 navy departr,nent ' has inf~ed I Maine U.S . . :Rep. "Ma.r~e.ret ··oli~"S!l ' Smith. . r •' t• r Representative Smith ; said' ' the navy told her "it is not believed that a resurvey will bring- oµti'any._thlng at the present time.'! 1":, However, the navy said that surveys were being planned,: for North and South Caro\lne. inst,naZ / I tlons. Resurveys will be carried :o\lt at bases where ' changes -in ,cc;ndJ~'tlons warrant, the navy 'added: · ·,. · La.st month U.S. Sen. 1Charles· •W,• Tobey of New Hampshire ~P{O~ested: reduced wage schedules at -~ 'the Portsmouth shipyard · with Na·vy Secretary John L. Sullivan. , ..- . Senator Tobey told the naval '~ec: retary he had received many objections to the · "lnequitles •, and Injustices Inherent In the new ' ,;cale." Tobey said "it looks as though the navy decided that the 'portsmouth scale should be lower than Boston's and then set out to prove.its point.'! · Wage reductions of two cent.Ii ,an hour In the Portsmouth , shipyard pay schedules were announced last year by the navy. The reduction~ followed a survey of pay, rates '1n other Portsmouth area industries But Senator Tobey a.ccused . the navy's investigators of going onl 18 miles south of the yard while surveying north as far as "Bath Me, O!flclals at the naval ba;e said that the reductions• were 1n ' effect in several shops . but\ claimed that only new employes were affecte·d or employes whose -classi!lcations have been changed. , ' ' '• ; ,, i f -re;· �Suli Arriv~.s ·Y1'"<1. For Overnaul . Navy Wage. Bo~ra·r~evision-·studied ,'l'µe su,t,marlne USS. Raton, based at. 'Ji~ .London, Conn., with the tacond submarine sttuadron, ls at the Portsmouth naval- base undergoing a complete overhaul. The ship 1s expected to return to duty in months. \ three ,,r_,.=--------'-· , 1 order for the construction of -,. subjnarlne, the USS Wahoo, ss &85, was ,Placed with the Portsmouth _naval _shipyard yesterday by t'h.e·navy department, a yard spokesman disclosed today. . Wahoo ls to be similar in design to the previously ordered USS Tant. , . . ·)30th submarines,, the yard of'ficlal ~ald/.are to cof}taln. Improvements &lJd che;nge.s. in design I resulting from teohnlques gleaned in submarine o)l,eratlo~s _P.Oth during and after ~he war. ' • · The U~~~nt Mee_tin_g ~\ Of ~ard Vets Set . An •:emergency" meetlni I or the grje~nce; committee and executive .board'of the Portsmouth naval shipyard War . Veterarui' llSlloclatlc¼, .h~ ~·been c·aued !or 7 tonight ~ •DAV hall. . , · · ~jatton · Comdr. ' Alliert · J. 1 ,8hei>4rd aald.~e meetlng wa-, "very ~ant," --:hut declined to re- · teal' whi.t matters were' scheduled' for,either dlacUMlon ,or action. 1 \ Sfe!r~A~!: Jr., commandant of the Portsmouth naval base, w111 be principal speaker at ceremonies marking the 110th anniversary of New Jiampshlre'.s entry Into- the war with Spain Saturday, May 81 '1.n Concord. Althoilgh · the real anniversary comes May ·9, Sunday, the celebration .hail been moved ahead one day. The, state's entry. into the war was made official by the mustering Into U.S. service of the first N.H. volun- ; tary' tnfantry reglment, ·the last to be rec6gnlzed as a state organization. The mayors and members of all city governments are invited to join. ·Brig: Gen. Charles· F. Bowen, adjutant general of' the national guard, fwill be parade marshal. A Il}emorial ,program will be held at Memorial · a.l'clt ln front or' the state house after the _speaking program. ·1-,., I I' ~ , 'Retroactive Wage Deadline Set l\\),1o At Naval Shipyard Hearings on the proptPeJ al~- pointed by the secretary o! the navY, . ~ t to the navy wage fixing law This board would be comprised of '. 52 will start in the civll 5ervice members appointed by the secretary : 8 committee room, senate office build• and those selected by national or , Employes of the Portsmouth naIng; Washington, April 1 according International labor organizations . val shipyard have until July 31 to word received by the Portsmouth which represent employes in the to apply !or retroactive night and Metal Trades council.. various navy yards. overtime pay covarlng a period coincidentally, representatives of The bill has been referred to the ' from March 28, 1934, to Oct, 15, the Portsmouth naval shipyarq. wage committee on postpfflce a·nd civil 1944, according to Comdr. C. H. committee will meet at 7:30 tonight service of the senate. A aub-com· Andrews, USN, administrative ofin the YMCA to vote on the amend- mlttee headed by Sen. William Lan'ncer. ment. ger of North Dakota. is conducting 1 The tL"Cal department at the yard The proposed bill would revise the bearings, reports many small accounts tor navy yard wage boards. Under the ~ - - - ~ -.:-:-,. which claims have not been, renew set-up the boards would con~ ')__'1.,--, -ceived. Any former employes who slst of naval and civilian officers worked on nlghb shifts during the appointed by the commandant ~nd \ above period and have not filed a representatives of employe orgamza.t!ons affiliated with national or in- ; 0 0 ,claim may apply to the fiscal officer at Ule ya.rd. tematlonal labor organlzatio~s. I The amendment also provides for I The law provides that In order the establishment of a "depart- The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for a claim to be valid lt must be mental navy wage review board" ap- war veterans association last .week flied in writing before July 31, . voted to affiliate with the nablonal 11048. association, the Federal Employes Veterans association, with headquarters In Washington, D. C. Membership In the -lo<;al group now Is open to any civil service employe qualifying under the Veterans Preference act, Including postal deThe USS Shad was placed In servpartnnent and Internal revenue lee as a naval reserve training subworkers, women veterans and wld- ,marine at the Portsmouth naval The hulk or the submarine Sail· ows of ex-servicemen. A goal . of base yesterday morning. Capt. J. B. !!sh, the ro1mer Squalus,' aboard 2,000 members by April 1 has been Griggs, USN, acting tor Rear Adm. which 26 men lost their lives, May set by the Portsmouth association. John H. Brown Jr., USN, base com23, 1939, is to be sold !or scrap May Present membership Is approx!- mandant, officiated at the cere3 to the highest bidder, the navy mately 1,700. mony, department announced today. Albert J. Shepard, local comThe Shad will be used in connec~ The submarine was renovated at mander, Is a national vice com- tlon with the naval reserve training a cost or $2,000,000 after being remantler In charge of the first civil pn~gram at S~lem, Mass. Lt. Kencovered from Its tragic resting place service region. · 1neth G. Curtis, USN, of Saugus, · Mass., assumed duties as officer-inoff the Isles or Shoals. The conning tower and supercharge. ··structure were dedicated as a memorial at the Portsmouth naval shipyard Nov. 11, 1946, after the submarine was dec.ommi6sloned. Its hulk had been tied In a back chanA total ot 1,259 applications for The 48th anniversary o! the nel here since then. AlthOugh an original attempt to apprenticeship in mechanical trades navy's acceptance ot the USS Hollland, tlrst American submarine, was sell the ship for scrap In 1945 met have been received at the Ports- observed here Sunday. The lihip heated opposition from many organizations and individuals here, mouth naval shipyard, Comdr. C. H. was built In New London. Andrews, USN, shipyard administra- 1 Rear Admiral Charles W. Styer, no such action was !01·eseen today. USN, coordinator or undersea war~ A leader In the opposition at that tive officer, reported today, Examinations will be held in ' fare, commented on the occasion by time, John R. Pennington, expressed Portsmouth and Durham to estab- announcing promising fields of delittle feeling over the navy's anlish a register from which to fill va- velopment are being explored." nouncement. "The outstanding success of the \ "The present memorial ~erves the cancies, Commander Andrews said. purpose for which we fought to pre- Applications were received from United States submarines in World serve the memory of the Squalus , points as far west as Michigan and• War II was a tribute to the officers and the men who served on It and Wisconsin. · · and men who manned and maintained them as well as to those men we are truly grateful !or it," Mr. and women who designed and built \ Penningto_n_s_al_d_._ _ __ them and provided their weapons," the admiral said. "They are worthy successors to the . Chief Steward Leroy C. Tomb's, pioneers who built and manned the 27, USN, attached to the submarine USS Holland ." -A,_,q, 1J USS Torsk, now undergoing overhaul at the Portsmouth naval shipyard, yesterday was presented with a commendation ribbon' for merltoCaipt, A. G. Bisset, USN, off!ce1· In charge of construction at the Ports.~~~~ service rendered during the P;;:;~:e::e n~v:; :l:~~°:r~s :~r!:; mouth navel shipyard, announced 1 today that bids will be received un?0 mdr. Richard H. Holden, USN, March was revealed by figures lstil 11 am May 11 at the shipyard's 1skipper of the Torsk, presented th e sued toda b the fiscal de artment. award In a ceremony at the subY y P , public works office for "furnishing marine barracks. Chief Tombs was March 31 there were 5,388 on the all labor and material necessary to 1 cited for servl,ces rendered between \ ro ls as compared with 5,403 Feb. 29. 1 provide. • . the installation of I • Sept. 30, 1942, to Nov. 28, 1942 aboard During! the month there were 32 , acoustical tile cell!ngs. • • at the the USS Guardfish In the Nansel access ons and 47 separations. Naval hospital." Shoto area wh!le serving as lookout The separations were two transInformation on the project can and battle station gun pointer. The !erred within the navY department; be obtained at the public works ofcitation revealed that the Guardfish one who entered m!litacy service; I fice, --the - 1_captain ,__ _ _said. _ _...,, was responsible for sinking two en-' ,ix who Q\Jit of their own accord; emy craft and damaging a third a five retirements and deaths; 14 tot~l tonnage of 22,600 tons. placed on leave without pay status _,L.__ - - - - - - and 19 who terminated their temporary appointments. , ~tf To Build ·l <'. 1 ubmarine '' i ~ase 'Commander 7 ~~t.8B:::.' i I I ======--Sh·, pya rd war Vets V te f r Aff iIiation with Nati On aI unit I Navy To Sell Sub Squalus For Scrap \USS Shad Placed On Res~~r~\ Duty n/\\ I 1,259 Applications For Apprenticeship IINavy Ob_serves Received at Yardtrio ,Sub Anniversary I Deadline May l ~ _6 For Ceiling BidsWAt Naval Hospital Navy Honors "r: \' \ Chief Steward U( Yard Employment. Shows Decline ff~ - �,.,,,~., Technlcal advisor to the commanding officer, he stands high among the prison's administrators and apparently conttibutes what long has been lacking in ''old guard" military functions-a progressive clvillan touch. For it is his Job to keep the prison's commanding officer informed on new developments in penology methods, needs for changes in prison administration and the whys and wherefores of how smoothly the organization is functio11ing . . In explaining the necessity for a close-knit operation of the prison, East emphasized: "We're sel! sufficient-Just llke a city.'' ~. J, ;.,~~~ l 1~ , · '""·~ ' . .,~.~ "~~- ~............ . .. .. .,, t . .~*" -~ ~-;~""-«-~ 4• ~ A ~ ,d. ❖ But bars or not, a city it ls and its industries range from tailoring to typewriter repair and its schools from barbering to the ABC's. Probably largest of prison industries ls the tailor shop which supplles both of the navy's prisonsthe other ls at Mare Island, Calif.and the two retraining centers with the customary gray suits and coats issued to a man when he ls released from cu tody. Well-tailored and of good material, the suits and coats are part of the meager wardrobe a prison.er gets along with $25 come "discharge day.'' Second Industry - ranked by amount of production-is the pallet factory which supplies naval installations throughout the cow1try with small wooden als used in loading. I THE GREY WALLS-They belong to the , S. Naval dlscipllnary barracks across the river, Inmates Call It 'The Castle' *** Barracks*** *** D1sc1plinary Proves Progressive (EDITOR'S OTE: Thia ls the first of two articles on the aval Disciplinary Barracks at Port•mouth.) .s. By ERNEST R. TIDYMAN They call it "The Castle" or "Portsmouth university." The "student body" numbers a little over 800. , It is the U. S. Naval Disciplinary barracks-the outwardly grim walls of which have stared blankly at Portsmouth for exactly 40 years. "They" are the prisoners. ~ . - - - - - - - - - - - - - -And, far from the usual conception of anything connected with outgrowths of the war which at one things either military or penal. 1t time forced the number of prisonis a remarkable example of what a ers to a thor0ughly jammect 3,090. progressive instituUon can and And this, It was pointed out, just should be. tripled the prison's normal occupancy. Headedan by amiable Col. J.marN. Commander of the institution Frisbie, up-from-the-ranks ine veteran, the prison today op- since last August, the gray-haired, erates under a comparatively new leathery-faced Colonel Frisbie runs psychology of administering pun- his prison with a complement of lshment and rehabllltation simul- 38 officers and 250 enll ted men, taneously. ••• whom he schools insistentlv in his And the results are good. program of rehabilHation-with InLooming like a medieval castle dividual treatment Ior the Inmates. attached to an architecturally mod.But hlgh on the list of probem department store, the prison Jems for this man appointed was established at the naval base f disciplinarian · for over 800 inin 1908 with erection of what now dlviduals is youth. ls the center building. "I wish we had some older Bullt since--!11 1942 and 1945, guards," Colonel Frisbie said, and respectively-were two annexes, added: I But in addition to these, the prl: son shops include baking, shoe repair, motor repair, printing, sheet metal, painting, \\ elding, electrical, welding, glaziery, sign painting, typewriter repair and others. Combined, they offer ZZ onthe-job training opportunities, I and seven of the courses are described by prison oJUcials as "Intensified." But not even In a prison housing 800 men who have at least once been convicted under a gl!neral court martial can it be all work and no play. In recreation, like most all of the institution's rehabilitation measures, the disciplinary barracks excels. Extremely popular are the basketball and softball teams - rated as "tops" by sports author 1 t I es throughout the state - boxing, wrestling and weight lifting. Along with these go two bands("They change places and become a hill-billy outfit," one prison official saldl-and an orchestra. The liberal willlngness of the present barracks administration to cooperate with such crea tlve activities is shown in the provision of instruments and a place for practice: a recreation hall large enough to substitute for an alrpla11e hangar. "but rules are laid do'll11 pretty With these go such facilities as strict, thougll, and there isn't much two well-equipped gymnasiun1s, an chal).ce for a man to use thoughtauditorium for movies and concerts, less initiative, although sometimes an outdoor recreational field and a large library. they fail to use proper Judgment." The result: Continuously battling such probThe prisoner is well-guided and men.tally and ph;vslcally fit lems as this 1s the colonel's stat!: of to follow the road toward beofficers a11d key civilians Uke E. coming a respected citizen, sailEast, a pipe-chewing veteran of 11 or or marine, years both in mll1tary and civlllan prison 'll·ork. And helping with this constant trend of rehabilitation are the prison's dispensary staffed by three medical officers-two of them psychiatrists-and a dental ion. R.I 47 \ �/ Both highly equipped, they handle .mo.st all !orms ot dental work and administer medical care up to minor surgery. But table tennis and boxing are not a!J of this military prison's . occupations, for a prisoner's life ls a strict and hard one and the path he must walk to freedom Is narrow f"'S the colonel commented: · 'This ls not a health . camp." Naval Prison Strives To Rehabilitate Offender THE INSIDE - Four tiers of cellblock, left, comprising just half of the 2.40-cell section of the U, S. Naval 1 Disciplinary barracks at the Portamouth nanl base, show, along with the center picture of a cell Interior, the quarters assigned some prisoners. The cells are tor men who have attempted to escape, ar11 being held on morals convictions or who request, In special cases, ind lvldual confinement. pper right is a Yl~w of a. tY]lical .,_: prison squadroom In which 60 to 70 meo, classified as "ln-between" prisoners are housed. (Portamouth Herald photoa) �h~ J:.".tt fjj} Tn !D_•_· l!ill ffffi WU ;r;:n ft.fl ttili DI II ··-~ ;· ' :;: . ") . ,: am when he must align his pO&se.5sions, clean his living quarters-whether cell or squadroom-eat breakfast and prepare for the mornIng "count" and his chore for the day, Advisor Eesb explained. Starting the day may mean school for many, cleaning details for others-the prison ls immaculate and all polishable metal gleamsor even playing in one of three musical aggregations. At 11:15 am, however, it means another count in accordance with teguiations which demano one every four hours, and lunch and res turn to duby at 12:30. For most of the men the work day ends at 4 pm recall when the prisoners are counted again, takto supper and illowed to prepare for evening activities which may include movies, a basketball game, a session in the library or even homework from one of the many classes. Important in how a. prisoner will spend his off time in the evening, however, is his classification. There are three: (1) Minimum custody -members of the ao-man "honor company" who have earned special details and occasional extra privileges. They sleep apart from the other prisoners ln a large squadroom, which, in addition to being more pleasant in appearance, contains extra facllltles .such as a radio and high shelves for storln:g possessions. (2) Medium custody-for those who live in spacious, neatly arranged squadrooms and who are described by prison officials as "in between." (3) Maximum custody-those who live individually In one of the 240 cel1s comprising the four-tier cell block. The men in these cells usually are receiving extra Punishment for violating prison regulations, have attemp ted escapes, have been convicted on morals charges or who dislike the noise in a squadroom and would rather have the privacy of a cell. en DRESS IT P-lt's inspection day for more than 800 prisoners at the U. S. the Portsmouth naval base. aval Disciplinary barracks at 'We're Trying to Help Them All' * * Puts Acc·*ent* on* Rehabilitation tM,\\ *** Naval*Prison (EDITOR'S NOTE: This Is the second of two articles on the t.S. Na1al Disciplinary barracks at Portsmouth.) By ERNEST R. TIDYMAN "We try to help them all, but the best prisoner is a man with a long sentence; he always has hope." So believes graying, frank-spoken Col. J. N. Frisbie, USMC, commanding officer of the U.S. Naval Disciplinary barracks across the river in Kittery, where more than 800 sailors and marines are being held under general courtsmartial sentences. And In pointing out the problems.i f • • - - - - - - - - - - - - - of rehabilitation for individual priscal, dental and mental examination. oners he said: (2) Hears the institution's rules "The fellows who are doing short explained. stretches are inclined to say 'To hell (3) Listens to the prison's comwith It,' but a man with a long sentence ls always looking for the day manding officer explain what ls exwhen, if he's good, he may get out." pected of a man during his confinement. As custodian of 820 men with an (4) Meets most of the offlcers and , equal number of individual probprison administrators under whom lems, he ought to know. he w!l1 work and start life as e, The average prisoner enterprisoner. E.R,EAST Ing th~ disciplinary barracks at ••• the civilian touch (5) Is processed by a classification the Pbrts..m.outh na1aJ ba,,e I~ u1d e.slgnment board 1\·hlch atju3t over 20 years old, I eri'ing a, ba1b rl ~. pholographr, tempts to deterl111ne. an lndMdual's an average two-to-five year sentypewriter reJ)a.lring, printing, capabilities end occupational prefertence, has been courts-martlalbakln and man others-ls ences and then assigns him to a ed for a viola tlon of military dgt r Y prison function. man a o y. regulation and finds himself in A prerequisite of every prisoner The I.raining however ls papular, a precision-operated example of R. Ea~t. tchnical Is the ability to read and write, I.e.: according bo "progressive penology." literacy-and l! h" is incapable of advisor to the prison's conunanoing • First step for a man being In- this he must learn in a, prunary officer who adds a civilian touch to op~rations of this penal inst!ducted into life behind the blank school. tuUon. 11,alls of this government jail Is his Other than this, no InstrucA prisoner's physical life comconfinement to a 10-day "quarantion or schooling-which ranges tine" during which he: mences at a gTBy and misty 5:30 from primary g-rades to high (1) Undergoes a thorough phys!ic-hool and lncludPS such trades (Please turn ti, Page fourteen) E. I The small, white, orderly cells contain a. man's lndlvitlual posses, sions, a regulation navy bed, a small cabinet with shelves, a wash bowl, toilet and a small metal chair. · But no matter which classification a ·man ls assigned, or how he llves, there ls one thought burning in his mind: The outside. But standing before the door to freedom Is the Clemency and Restoration board, headed by · Comdr. N. D. Gage, SN, and composed of five or six other offlcers who meet to review from 15 to 20 appeals for clemency, · pardon or re5toration to duty each afternoon during the first three days of every week. · Perhaps an example of the type o! cases the board considers ls that of Prisoner ~. a veteran of two "d k" ·ts f . . inf ti / ec com 01 nunor rac ons of regula~lons and tw~ general courts-ma1tlals, the latte1 of whlch Included being AWOL !or a lengthy period and breaking probation. I -- - - - - - -~-- - -- -- ~ �A sailor since 16-he had falsified his enlistment papers-'-thls prisoner asked restoration to duty, assuring the board that, after "getting jammed up once," he could make good as a sailor and fa lthfully abide by any parole conditions that might be Imposed on him. In examining the prisoner's background, however, the boa.rd found he was a good physical specimen but Intellectually undeveloped and described, in a psych.lat1ic report, as "self-centered and a poor risk." ' The request for restoration was denied. But It wasn'b turned down until each member of the group cast an equal "secret" ballot to be tabula'ed b} Commander Gage who eventually told Prisoner X: "The board has decided you are a poor risk and we are turning down your request for your own good-mostly to keep you from getting into more trouble again." Naval Hospital Opens Bids For Tile Flooring Qp.'o Bids for Installing rubber tile flooring in hospital buildings at the Portsmouth naval base will be received until 11 am April 20 at the public works office, building 86, according to Capt. A.G. Bisset, USN, officer in chatge of construction. Specifications and other bidding Information may be obtained on application to the officer in charge of construction, public works department, Portsmoubh naval shipyard. Deposit of check or money order for $10 payable to the chief of the bureau of yards and docks is required as security for safe return of each set of bidding data. I At the same time, the commander explained to the prisoner that no personal feelings had entered Into the decision J:,ut, regarding it objectively, the group could not see the "good" in restoring him . duty. to ...~·_c,,., Routine -in Naval Prison Guides Youthful l·n m~tes ' THE OUTSIDE~At least a potential door to it Is the prison's Clemency Recommendation board (center) whioh reviews appeals for parole, pardon or return to duty, allowed individually once every slx months. Mem~ hers of the board are, left to right, Maj. Richard G. Wargo, USMC; Boatswain A. H. Holdgrafer, US ; Comdr . . D. Gage, USN, senior member of the group; Lt. Comdr. H. A. Thompson, USN, and U. (jg) S. ·P. La Cerra, MC, USN. In the background is Red Cross -Field Director W. C. Hawthorne. Before them Is a. prisoner asking return to duty. But ·before the "outside", prisoners can take advantage of such schooling opportunities as the course in typewriter repair, right, which also services "hundreds" of navy machines, and the art class at left. (Jort&mouth Herald photo ■) �1 Busiest Tanker1 To Dock Here Squalus Saga Ends on Auction Block * Portsmouth * * Submarine * * Goes * for $43,167-as * * Junk * Gallant A gallant saga in American naval Eventually tributes were paid to hi5tory ended with the bang of an these men and this ship for makauctioneer's hammer in New York ing 12 war patrols, sinking two city yesterday as the decommissioned Japanese carriers, a light cruiser, submarine Sailfish was sold for two submarines, three destroyers $43,167-as junk. and more than 20 merchant ships. And also nearing a close is the It made its final dive as the story of this battered, gray "pig- navy's Sailfish about noon Satm·boat" that was pulled from the day, Ocb. 27, 1945. bottom of the ocean off the Isles Another battle started then, but of Shoals as the USS Squalus nine years ago with 26 dead crewmen this time between civic organizations here and private citizens with aboard. The Squalus joined America's the navy department. It was re-, quested that the ship be permannavy at 3 :45 pm Sept. 14, 1938, as the second submarine to be launched ently placed here as a memorial both at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. to the men who died aboard the and to the heroes of World It failed to surface after a dive Squalus Wars I and II. May 6, 1939. An adamant navy department The ensuing rescue of 33 survivors eventually compromised and the of the underwater tragedy added n bridge and the conning tower of new chapter to the annals of such the craft were mounted on conwork as the men were taken from crete at the Portsmouth naval the Squalus' steel shell 240 f eet bebase. low the surface. Secretary of the Navy J ohn L. Ib was pulled to drydock four months later. Sullivan dedicated the monument The shiJJ was repaired for and, before giving a verbal list of about Sl,400,000 at the navy the Sailfish's wartime exploits, said: yard and was recommissioned "It will make · you proud that the USS Sailfish !\fay 15, 1940. Portsmouth was the birthplace of From there it began another the Squalus and that this square re<-ord with a new log, a good crew is the final resting place of the and a memory tlhat couldn't be for- conning tower of the Sailfish. gotten. That was Nov. 11, 1946. Boat House Afire /· At Navy Prison A nominee for the navy's "Busiest Tanker" award-the 23,000 oil tanker Tapahannock-will dock at the Portsmouth naval shipyard sometime this afternoon, a yard official said this morning. The 520-foot ship ls carrying oil from Bahrlen, Arabia, for use here. The base spokesman said the vessel became known as "busy" between Aug. 25 of last year and Jan. 1 during which it traveled more than 36,000 miles and touched Japan, Arabia, Egypt, Greece, Turkey and Italy. Fire of undetermined origin was being fought in a boathouse at the/ U.S. Naval disciplinary barracks at the Portsmouth naval shipyard today at press time. A prison spokesman said the blaze appeared to be under control. Here Tomorrow 1 l For British Isles Yesterday the Sailfish was sold at the Brooklyn navy yard to a Philadelphia scrap metal firm. But they can't make tin cans out of history, John F. Adams Ap 17 Of Kittery Gets High avy Honor ~-- --~-ISub To Leave The USS Trumpetfish will sail from the Portsmouth naval shipyard tomorrow to make the first visit by an American submarine to the British Isles since the end of World War II, It was announced at New London, Conn., today. Rear Admiral James Fife, Jr., commander of the Atlantic fleet submarine force, said the Trumpetfish ls scheduled to arrive at Portsmouth, England, May 18. It will spend a week there before visiting other United Kingdom ports. The submarine will leave England about June 18 for Key West, Fla., her home port. The Trumpetfish recently underwent a modernizing overhaul at the n avy yard here. She is commanded by Comdr. K. G. Schacht, USN, a veteran of the Pacific war. Admiral Fife said the last American submarines In British waters, a squadron which had operated against the Germans, left Scotland in 1943. I A 40-year pin and certificate of service were presented to John F. Adams, State road, Kittery, in ceremonies held recently in building 153, Portsmouth naval shipyard. Mr. Adams is materials engineer in the supply department. The citation, signed by Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan, credited Mr. Adams with saving the government many thousands of dollars during World War II by satisfactory substitutions of electrical material and by assembly components of surplus and acceptable units 'for naval activities and private shipbuilding contractors. Capt. R. S. McDowell, USN, commander of the shipyard, made the 1 1 presentation. I1 A native of Kittery, Mr. Adams was born March 1, 1889, and attended the old Kittery high school. In April, 1905, he went to work in The USS Trumpetf!sh is schedthe yard as an apprentice machin- uled to sail about 6:30 pm today ist. Two years later he entered for the British Isles. The boat Huntington institute, Boston. will be the first American subIn March, 1916 he accepted a posi- marine bo visit England since the tion In the naval gun factory in end of World War II. Washington, D. c., and subsequently The Trumpetf!sh, carrying a served at Bridgeport, Conn., and crew of 70 men, Is scheduled to South Charleston, W. Va., as an inarrive in Portsmouth, England, spector of ordnance before going to Ma:,, 1~. She will sail direct to the the Norfolk navy yard in the fall of Bi:itish Isles. 1920 as assistant shop superintenAfter a week In, Portsmouth, dent. England, the sub will visit other Returning to the Portsmouth yard Uni ted Kingdom ports before sailin the early 20's, Mr. Adams ading about June 18 for her home vanced to principal property and port In Key Wesb, Fla. supP.lY clerk and since October, 1943, The boat recently underwent an has been serving as materials enoverhaul at the local naval shipgineer. He is a former member of yard. 1 the Kittery school committee and also belongs to Naval lodge of Kittery as well as the York Rite bodies in the District of Columbia. His wife ls the former Miss Jessie Boswell of Washington, D. C. The couple has two sons, John F. Adams, The USS Anthedon, a sub tender, Jr., of Lynn, Mass., and Charles B. is scheduled to dock at the PortsAdams of Schenectady, N. Y., and a mouth naval base at 6 o'clock todaughter, Miss Hepsie Adams, who night. is employed in the job order section The tender, part of the navy's of the shipyard. "mothball fleet", is being towed to Portsmouth from New London for a two-months overhaul. Sub Sails';Tonight For English Ports I j -1 - -- - - - - - - - - ----- - - -- Sub Tender Due To Dock Tonight 5( �Navy Uses Sub As Air Chamber; Diver Survives Seek Second Sub Unit ' $ The body of Oscar Snow, 34-yearold missing Ogunquit lobsterman, still was unrecovered today after a deep sea diver narrowly escaped death while searching for him in 125 feet of water a mile-and-a-half off Perkins Cove in Ogunquit, The diver, 25-year-old Albert E. Langford of York, who suffered a mild attack of the "bends" when his air lines fouled on the ocean floor, wa.s rushed to Portsmoubh naval base yesterday where the pressure hull of a submarine was hastily turned into a decompression chamber to save his life. Today, the missing man's 19-foot lobster boat was salvaged and pulled into Perkins Cove harbor by volunteers under the direction of Col. Raymond Shum, retired Ogunquit army officer and Police Chief Cecil Perkins, also of Ogunquit. Ben H. Blakeman of York, another deep sea d.iver who resumed the search for the missing fisherman after Mr. Langford was stricken, uncovered the boat today about a mile-and-ahalf off Perkins Cove. After two hours of work the craft was towed into shore by the Isabel J., a scallop dragger, equipped with a. crane. Leon Perkins of Ogunquit is skipper of the dragger. The sunken lobster boat was searched without finding any trace of Mr. Snow, an expectant father. Assisting Mr. Blakeman in the underwater search was John Boyle, another York deep sea diver. Mr. Langford, a navy veteran employed by the York Diving and Salvage company of York Village, was pulled from the bottom of the sea by Mr. Blakeman after Langford "blacked out" within a short distance from the sunken boat. He was unconscious when rescued but regained consciousness after being removed from his diving suit. Accompanied by Mr. Blakeman and Dr. C. Elmer Tower of Ogunquit, the stricken diver was rushed to Portsmouth naval hospital in bhe latter's automobile and with the Ogunquit fire department apparatus serving as an escort. While he was treated by Lt. (jg) Warren B. Nestler, submarine medical officer at the naval hospital, the emergency decompression chamber was set up aboard the USS Tusk, under the direction of Comdr. J.E. Stevens, planning and estimating superintendent of the shipyard. Since the nearest decompression chamber is at Harvard university, authorities recommended that the diver be treated Immediately wi-bh whatever means were available at the naval base. Quickly naval personnel rigged the chamber "pressure hull" so the diver's blood could be brought back to normal by increasing the Possible organization of a second naval reserve unit In the Portsmouth area to train reservists in repairing submarines was discussed at a. recent conference in New London, Conn., attended by two representatives of a Portsmouth division. Comdr. J. F. Rowe, USNR, navalll reserve administreblon officer ,. and Ilt. (jg) E. E. Allmendlnger, USNR, reserve submarine training officer, both of Portsmouth, attended the conference. If a separate division is set up there will be available 200 billets in the organized reserve GROTON, Oonn., May 18 (AP) for enlisted personnel and adA cruiser and a destroyer came to ditional openings for officers, the a id of a sailor stricken with ap it was brought out at the dispendicitis aboard a submarine in cussions, Summer training for the Ports- mid-Atlantic last week, the submarine base here reported today. mou th area organized and volunteer reserves will start with a week- The viotlm, operated on at sea, is end cruise to Rockland, Me., May now resting comfortably in a -Brit14. A 14-day cruise also Is being ish hospital. planned. The stricken man was Odis! Jones, The local reserve division was the ship's cook 3/c. His home ls In Dufirst subm arine unit to fill its or- bach, La. ' ganized quota in the United States He became Ill aboard the subwas one of the first training center; formally established by the navy marine Trumpetfish while the craft department and Its members were was 700 miles from Engla nd on a the fir~t to make an all-reserve voyage from Portsmouth, N. H., to Portsmouth, England. cruise in thefr own ship outside The pharmacist's mate aboard the continental limits. They m ake a 1 500-mile voyage from Portsmouth Trumpetfish treated him with sulfa drugs a nd penicillin, and Adm. R. to San Juan last January. In March the Portsmouth divi- L. Conolly, commander-in-chief of sion led all other cities in . the First the eastern Atlantic an d MediterNaval district with the same divi- r anean forces was advised J>'f the sion strength and topped some situation by r adio. He ordered the areas with three and four divisions destroyer Johnston to pick up a medical officer and surgical team in gaining enlistments. 1 from the cruiser Fresno and meet th e Trumpetfish. Jones was taken aboard the Johnston Saturday night, underwent an operation Sunday morning and Is now in the Royal Naval hospital, Portsmouth. (Continued from page one) 2 Navy Vessels Aid Ill Cook ~ On Trumpetfish 8 Diver Escapes Naval Reserve Cruise Slated 'jJ For Puerto Rico I (Please turn to page three) Nava'I Shipyard Makes Awards r{l.'f • \ 15 For Suggestions Local Naval Reservists air pressure and gradually lowering it. Mr. Langford, conscious, was l placed In the unit along with Doctor Nestler and Roland Fielder of Haley road, Kittery, a civilian diver employed at the shipyard. The doctor and Mr. Fielder operated the controls from within the chamber while Thomas Marshall of Newmarket, another civilian diver, regulated the valves outside. About four hours !alter, Mr. Fielder, a veteran diver who made 15 trips bo the submarine Squalus nine years ago, removed Langfo rd from the chamber and he was taken to the naval hospital. He was released today. Whlle efforts were made to save Mr. Langford's life, catastrophe nearly overtook Mr. Blakeman who assumed the stricken diver's duties asea. Mr. Blakeman was being lowered into the water when he discovered the compression chamber of his diving suit was not functioning properly. He tugged on his lines for assistance and Immediately wa-s pulled to the surface. J Portsmouth area naval reservists are completing • arrangements for a cruise aboard the USS PCE 843 to San Juan, Puerto Rico, next month for traindng manuevers in the Caribbean area. Aullhorization received at the Po1itsmouth naval base scheduled plans for the PCE 843 to leave Portsmouth Friday, June 11, for 14 days with a three-day stopover in San Juan. The vessel, which will return here about June 25, recently underwent a complete overhauI and postrepair trials at sea were conducted lash week. Lt. George T. E. Mahar, USNR, of Rye Beaoh, an associate member of the Portsmouth division, will ):le in command. During the war Lieutenant Mahar served as commanding officer of an LST in the Pacific area. Applications for the cruise should be submitted at the naval reserve training cen,ter, Portsmoubh naval base, not later than May 27. I 5Z Cash awards totalling $550 have been made to 28 employes of the Portsmouth naval shipyard for beneficial suggestions submitted to the navy department. Franklin W. Andrews of Kittery, qu arterman electrician In the power plant, received the top a,Ward of $60 for suggesting an improved method of draining water from six DC electric manholes around dry dock No. 1. The awards were presented by Comdr. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, commander of the ,shipyard, in a recent ceremony in building 86. Othens to receive prizes accompanied by a citation were W. F . Hall, Leon Davis, Thomas Plumpton, Harold D. Mot!n, Arthur E. Irish, Jr., Earl R. Woodman, Frederick Pearson, William Kusky, Ralph Semprini, Romeo Blsognanl, Roscoe W. Downs, Portsmouth ; Thomas P . Foley, Miss Addie W. McFarland, Dover ; Allen E. Drew, Farmington; Lawrence- V. Ray, Rye. Frederick E. Dow, Exeter ; Orville F. Derochemont, Orman R . Chick, Louis w. Parady, Percy T. Whitney, Kittery ; Harold W. Clough, Kittery Point; Harry G. Kirk, Manchester: Roger W. Staples, Eliot: George A. Dumas, Saco; Theodore Cohen, Newmarket; Joseph A. St. Onge, Amesbury, and Louis A. St. Onge, Haverh!II, Mass. Yard To Launch Big New Sub \\) Here Friday 'i\'>i The USS •Volador, first submarine to be launched he,,r In two and a half years, will slide down the building ways into the Piscataqua river next Friday. The submarine, traditionally named after a deep sea fish, w!II be christened by Mrs. W. Dudley Morton of Tuckahoe, N. Y., widow of the commander of the USS Wahoo which was loot in the Pacific during the war. The Volador was on the ways In the fall of 1946 when submarine construction was halted. Work was resumed last winter. The Volador, although started under the war program, has the latest improvements. She is 310 feet long and will displace 1,800 tons. The launching is scheduled for 11 am. I Four U. S. Subs \ Reach Turkey 1M J,zmir, Turkey, May 12 (AP)U. S. navy crewmen .l)rought four American submarines Into Izmir hairbor yesterday to be turned over to the Turkish navy. I Formal presentation of the four undersea boats to Turkey under the U. S. aid program will be made In two weeks, about May 23. The boats -the Blueback, Boarfish, Chub and Brill-left New London, Conn., April 19. �he captain of tHe ew underseas craft is well-known in Portsmouth. He is Lt. Comdr. Howard A. Tbomp- 1 son, USN, of Belmont, Mas.5., who ,. has served several tours of duty at · • the naval base during his career as a naval officer. He is married to the former Pauline Parks of 175 Gates street and has a three-ye'!J.r-old son, Peter. Until recently he was stationed at the disciplinary barracks at the naval base where he was education and training officer. After graduation from the Naval Academy, in 1939 he served a tour of duty on the battleship, New Mexico. He attended Submarine school in 1941, and was attached to the submarine s~amp when she was commissioned at Portsmouth. in September 1942. Lieutenant Commander Thompson served on the scamp during four war patrols in the Pacific Theatre. He th.en returned to Portsmouth and ser_ved In connection with fitting out the submarine SCabbardifiSh in April 1944, and made three war patrols while attached to her. *- Two weeks before the end of the war, he was given command of the USS Sea Fox, a. Portsmouth built submarine, and was training in the vicinity of Midway for war patrols. Lieutenant Commander Thompson was in command of the Sea Fox for ten months. He then returned to the United States and for one year was attached to the New London group, AtIan tic reserve fleet. 1 Portsmouth Returns ) New Aide Named To Commander~~tv' For Visit Here May 2 9 At Naval Base , Lt. Comdr. Edwin T. Osler, USN, 1 1 ~\~ The USS Portsmouth w!ll make her third visit to the Port City May I 29 to 31 in conne~tion with the spring conference of the 193rd diStrlct of Rotary International to be held at the Wentworth hotel. The cruiser, which visited this,,___ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ city in October, 1945, and September, 1947, was built at Newport News, Va., and was named in joint J honor of Portsmouth, N. H., and Portsmouth, Va. Mrs. Charles M. Dale was co, sponsor with Mrs. Sarah B. Leigh, wife of the mayor of Portsmouth, 1 Va. Girls from the greater PortsThe Portsmouth was commismouth area today were invited to sioned at Newport News June 25, attend a dance for crew members 1945, and was on her shakedown of the USS Pol'tsmouth Saturday cruise in bhe Caribbean when word night in the Portsmouth Comof the Jap surrender was received munity center. in Augus t, 1945. Mrs. Thomas D. Noyes, formerly Since that time the ship has in charge of USO hostesses during made a 20,000-mHe goodwill cruise the war, has issued an invitation and a tour of duty in the Mediterto all girls, high school seniors or ranean in the fall of 1946. She older, to attend the dance. th.en returned to the States for a The Portsmouth will be here routine overhaul- and refresher SMurday, Sunday and Monday in training before being reassigned to observance of the spring coll!fer1 the Mediterranean. ence of the 193rd district Rotary In March she sailed for the United International at the Wentworth States and in April commenced a hotel. series of reserve cruises, the first Billy Stone's H-piece orchestra of which carried 260 naval reseri;, being furnished by the Armyvists to Kingston, Jamaica. Her Navy association and the city is next naval reserve trip will be to dona-ting use of the center for the San Juan, Puerto Rico. The ship is scheduled to dock dance. at pier six, PortMDouth naval Mrs. Noyes and Mrs. Constance base, about 1 pm Saturday, May Richmond will be chief hostesses 29, and will be opened to visitors. and 'Mrs. Hilda Hundley will be in That night a dance will be sponcharge of the building. There is sored by the Army-Navy as.5ociation no admission charge and formal at the Portsmouth Community dress is optional, Mrs. Noyes said. center. Among crew members on t;he cruiser are Richard A. Morgan, fire. man 1/c, USN, of Columbus avenue, Exeter. Portsmouth Crew To Be Given Dance At Local Cenfet~ 1 has been appointed aide to tihe commander at the Portsmouth naval base. Former executive officer of the Portsmouth-built submarine USS Spikefish, Commander Osler sucLieutenant Commander Thompceeds Lt. Co~dr. Benjamin C. J arl son was awarded a Silver Star vis, USN, detached last month to medal, Bronze star medal, and a become commanding officer of the 1 Commendation ribbon for heroism USS Tllefish. Commander Osler is a native of in the war against J apan. He also Charlestown, W. Va., and was grad- wears · a Submarine combat pin uated from the U. S. Naval academy with six stars for surccessful war at Annapolis, Md., with the class of patrols, and the Asia,ti6-Pacific theatre rib'boru with four stars for 1942. 1- -- -- - - - - - - engagements and campaigns. Mr. Vincent J. Mullarkey, chairman of the Joint Shop Committee, and an employee of the Smith Shop, will represent the shipyard workmen and present to Mrs. Dudley W. Mor,ton, the sponsor, an a,ppro. priate gift from the shipyard employees. I New Sub Volador Hits Waf$"Today At Local Shipyard Equlpped with the latest war-developed innovations, the USS Vola'dor slid down the ways from the I construction shed of the Portsmouth j naval base to the gray waters of the 1Piscataqua river on the high tide at noon today. It was the first submarine launch~g at the Portsmouth naval base m three years. The Volador, named after a species of sailfish, is a guppy-snorkel type of submarine. The new boat was christened by Mrs. Dudley W. Morton of Tuckahoe, N. Y., wife of the skipper of the famed Wahoo, lost in the Japanese sea during the war. Mrs. Morton was as.5isted by Mrs. William D. Morton of Wellesley Hills, Mass., who was matron of honor. The Volador is the 118th submarine built at the Portsmouth naval base and is specially streamlined for fast underwater operations. I Three Area Men Selected for WV-\ l~ Naval Reserve Three greater Portsmouth men have been selected for entry into the Naval Reserve Officers Training corps in the fall term of college at one of 52 colleges where units of the corps are established. Candidwtes are John Joseph Amoruso, 124 Broad street, Portsmouth and Thomas Ferguson Gray, Oliver street, New Castle. Philip Ernest Bart.on, 82 Madbury road, Durham, has been named as an alternate. 53 �Portsmouth Man Served Aboard~ -sunken Cruiser~ Francis W. Cash of 591 Greenland road was a war-time crew member of th: ''.One-Ship Fleet ," the decomnuss1oned cruiser Salt Lake C1fy sunk off San Diego last week The Portsmouth Herald learned toaa/ Mr. Ca~h served as a first-clas~ petty offl<!er and saw action t Wake, Wotje, Marcus, Guadalcan:1 and Savo islands. He was aboard the vessel five years . . The ~avy torpedoed the war-scar1 ed. cruiser because its hull had remamed dangerously radioactive after the. ~tom bomb ex,per iments at B1k1111 Atol! two years ago. ~he had survived the tests suffering _no appreciable damage other ,han the radioactivity, navy om!. :lals announced as the ship was ,rdered destroyed. Cruiser Leaves. Here Today ~"-\ TRIM FIGHTING SHIP-USS Volador, Portsmouth naval base's 1~.est addition to the United States' underseas fleet Is shown floating free in the waters of the Pisca.taqua. river after being launched yesterday morning. Sponsor of the new craft, Mrs. Dudley W. Morton, wife of a submarine skipper who was lost during the war, is shown in the inset upper left. (Portsmouth Herald photos) The USS Portsmouth, here for the convention of the 193rd district of Rotary International is scheduled to leave Portsmouth this afternoon and return to her base at Newport. '1.').... Denis L. L ng onored ~ '21 For Navy Yard Service Denis L. Long of 778 South street, administrative assistant to the commander of the Portsmouth nava.l base, was honored there yesterday by Rear Admlra.l John H. Brown, Jr., USN, for 40 yea.rs of "effi.c ient service." I Presented a 40-year pin a.nd a~--------------cltation signed by Navy Secretary John L. Sullivan, Mr. Long received the honor as holder of what ls regarded as the highest civilian post at the base. A native of Portsmouth, Mr. Long was graduated from Portsmouth high school In 1907 and began work at the shipyard as a messenger May 1, 1908. He was subsequently advanced to stenographer-ty.pist and served several years in the industrial department as a supervisory clerk. He was appointed chief clerk to The local executive has been acthe shipyard commandant in 1933 when Rear Admiral Charles Kempff, tive on the Beneficial Suggestions committee, Employe,s Restaurant USN, held the post. board, Wage Survey committee, Mr. Long has served under seven Shop committee and Efficiency Ratdifferent commanders including Adings committee. miral Brown. Mr. Long is married and the In the brief ceremony, Admiral father of a son, Lt. (jg) J. Bradley Brown commended Mr. Long for his work and participation in civilian Long, (MC), USNR, now attached to the USS Yosemite at Newport, shipyard affairs. R. I. ::.., -~~~ . i.;;tr::i1.~ SALUTE-A 40-yoo.r pin is attached to the coat of Denis L. Long, administrative assistant to Rear Admiral John H. Brown, Jr., USN, by the �• Secret Submarines;i,_.Planned 1n Record~~,, Military Budget 55 WASHINGTON June 2 (AP}-The biggest peacetime military budget in the nation's history hit the House floor today and included provisions for the construction of two high-speed submarines and two submarines of "an entirely new character" not otherwise described. Total budget for army, navy and air force is 10,196,672,250. (Meanwhile, a spokesman at the Portsmouth naval shipyard today said no notification of "new" submarine orders has been received other than that several weeks ago. It is not known whether the previous order is part of the budget, he said.} The appropriations committee at the same time released testin'ony warning of the "alarming menace" of Soviet military might and disclosing that the United States fleet now in the Mediterranean is there for two reasons: First, to serve as a warning to Soviet Union not to try to overrun any of the free countries of Europe. Second, to be ready to remove American forces if worst came to worst. Adm. Louis E. Denfeld, chief of naval operations, told the committee just two weeks ago that the Mediterranean fleet of one carrier, three cruisers and 10 destroyers could be augmented quickly, Discussing the use of U. S. ships In foreign waters, Denfeld declared: "\\re have in Europe, occupation forces in Germany, in Trieste; we have missions In Greece and In Turkey; and these ships are there to be able not only to evacuate these personnel in case of emergency but also as a show of force to prevent any nation from taking any action which they might take if our ships were not there.'' Two separate appropriation bills-given top priority for immediate action-provide $6,509,939,000 for the army and the air forces and $3,686,733,250 for the navy for the year starting July 1. Their combined total Is $505,000,000 greater than the services are spending this year and more than three times as much as the regular 1941 budgets for the armed forces. The committee recommended a cut of 6.1 %, or $241,005,450, for the navy, and 9%, or $647,903,000, for the army-air forces, from amounts President Truman had aflked, But both sums recommended are In addition to approximately $3,000,000,000 Congress recently gave the services to buy aircraft. The new funds are Intended to build up army and air force personnel to a top strength of 1,234,500 and the navy and marine corps to 552,000. This compares with reported Soviet military strength of 4,000,000 men, which Gen. Omar N. Bradley, chief of army staff, said presents "an alarming menace to the security of the United States." Also included In the navy's bill are funds to start work on a 65,000 ton aircraft carrier-the world's largest-and to convert a carrier and two submarines into ships whose nature is a closely-guarded secret. Another item in the naval budget calls for the construction of a "killer ship'• to combat submarines. ~e committee was told that Russia has at least 250 submarines. Testimony taken during the hearinrs shows that the army plans to use 272,000 of its men overseas and 518,000 in this country. Its mobile striking force fn the United States will Include three infantry divisions an armored division, an airborne division, two regi~ ments of armored cavalry, four regimental combat teams, 12 field artillery battalions, 40 anti-aircraft battalions, two chemical mortar battalions and sup• porting forces. The 1,234,500 manpower goal set for the army and air force is 302,500 more than the two services expect to have in uniform at the end of this month- fac• tor that underscored the priority Republican leaders have given the draft bfils pending fn both House and !Senate. · h · Th Ji ht b'gh-speed cruiser USS Saipan is THE LONGEST YET-Ship to come up the P1scataqua, t at IS, e g • I due here June 15 for the Governor's conference, Carrier· Saipan To Sail . :it4 J 1scataqua une 15 P Up The longest ship ever to venture* The Macomb, with a displaceup the Piscataqua river-the hlghment of 2,081 tons, is a destroy- speed, llght carPler USS Salpaner converted for high-speed wlll dock at the Portsmouth naval 'mine sweeping, Built at Bath, base about 8 am Tuesday, June 15, Me., and commissioned June In conjunction with the Governor's 26, 1942, she Is commanded by conference here, the navy announced ' Comdr. R. E. Cutts, USN. toda,y. The submarine Raton saw action The first of its type to be com- in the Pacific In the last war and missioned In the post-war period, is tredlted with eight combat patrols. Members· of the crew from the imthe Salpan will be here for observ- Her crew Is headed by Lt. Comdr. mediate area are Wilson M. Ford, J ance of Governor's day at the base R. J. Dueyea, USN. J. Cahill, J. A. Cannon, J. F. No~ along with the destroyer-mineGovernor's day will be observed ton w. A. Labrie, E. H. Nau, C. J!J sweeper USS Macomb and the all through June 15, but the ships He;som, E. C. Littlefield, E. P. Wood ' submarine USS Raton. will be open for general visiting by W. F. Walker, R. E. Cole, C. G. Ed The vessel has a displacethe public from 1 to 4 pm June 16. wards and R. A. Giaimo from Kit tery; P. W. Ide, F. A. Dawson, A. J. ment of 19,620 tons, an overall Potvin, G. B. Ellis, J. D. MacDonal< length of 681 feet and a beam D B Little, J. W. Lorenz, J. , of 80 feet with a maximum speed in excess of 30 knots. QVQ D~isc~ll, R. A. Dodge, E. F. ChaJ • man, A. w. Goodrich, M. T. Kark< Commanding officer of the giant \V and w. P. O'Brien, from Portsmoutl warship Is Capt. Robert W. Morse, J ~ and R. C. Morrill, F. S. Morrill, J1 USN, member of the U. s. Naval J. s. Tucker,' J. E. Carberry, P. : academy class of 1922. Goss and V. C. Lear of Rye Beach. He has reported to local naval Portsmouth area volunteer naval Other naval reservists to leave tl· officia!s that the Salpan will arrive at the lower harbor accompanied reservists departed on a two-week weekend 'for training cruises a by the Macomb at 6 am June 15. training cruise of the Gulf stream Ralph S. Kalenian of Rye, Robf A shipyard spokesman today ad- ~nd Carribean area last night M. Baird of Islington street, Porl vised local spectators to be along aboard the USS PCE 843, naval re- mouth, and Charles S. Moran Exeter, to embark at Norfolk, V the banks of the river by 7 o'clock 3erve training ship. Due to return here June 26, the for a six-week cruise through i to view the Saipan's arrival. men are under the command of Lt. Mediterranean to Turkey aboard G. T. E. Mahar, USN, of Rye Beadh. USS Palau. N . I ReserVIStS Off on Cruise TO Puerto Rico �1 Yard Inspector 'Honored 'Welcome Mat' Prepared ·for -3 * * *· * * * :s 'L- * * * L ').C\ <").,, John Carroll's Service Earns Navy Salute Sixty-year-old John J. Carroll of Cable road, Rye Beach, ls a proud man today as he inspects engineering materials at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. In his pocket-or maybe home in a bureau drawer-is the reason why: A letter from Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan expressing appreciation for the gray-haired Rye machinist's 40 years service to his country. Mr. Sullivan wrote: "I have recently learned that you have completed more than 40 years of service with the United States Navy, including 20 years of military service. This record is an enviable one and I personally wish to congratulate you on this long period of service." A native of Washington, D. C., Mr. Carroll started federal service as an apprentice machinist at the naval shipyard there. He enlisted in the navy in 1913 and served aboard the submarines USS D-3, USS K-2 and the USS L-8. He joined the L-8-the first Portsmouth-built submarine----a n d remained a member of its crew until after the close of World War I. Mr. Carroll eventually transferred JOHN J. CARROLL to the USS 0-7 -and served aboard her until he left the n;i.vy to become a machinist at the local na·IY yard in 1919. He rejoined the navy in 1923 and, serving until 1936, eventually become a chief machinist's mate. Mr. Carroll became a machinist at the Oharlestown, s. C., naval shipyard in 1936 and remained there until he transferred to the local yard in 1939. He was called back into the navy as a chief machinist's matt! in 1940 and was serving aboard the oll tanker Sabine in Pearl Harbor when Japanese bombers attacked Dec. 7, 1941. Although the Sabine was not hit, Mr. Carroll was knocked to the deck and suffered a broken shoulder when concussion from the bombing barrage strongly jarred the vesesl. Mr. Carroll still finds the experience at Pearl Harbor was "pretty hard to describe." "The Sa:bine rode out free, though," he commented. The stocky, soft-spoken machinist spent four months In a hospital at San Diego, Calif., after Pearl Harbor and was retired from the service upon his release. He then returned to the Portsmouth navy yard and now is rated as an inspector of engineering materials. Mr. Carroll is married and the father of two sons, John J. Carroll, S. J., now in his seventh year at Weston college, Weston, Mass., studying for the Jesuit priesthood, and Frederick Carroll, a veteran of World War II and a,pprent!ce electrician at the navy yard. Navy Reservists Naval Base Posts Sail Friday 'St. <o ·SJ,ipping Newsi~<\ Admiral Bisset Honored at Zi.• :.ie For Puerto Rico Ship arrivals and sailings from The PCE 843, a patrol craft escort the Portsmouth naval base were Farewell Dinner commanded by Lt. George T. E. announced this morning by Comdr. Maher, USNR, of Rye Beach, leaves M. H. Austin, USN, operations offiPortsmouth Friday for a 14-day cer. training maneuver period in the The small navy tanker USS DuCaribbean area. mont sailed Monday for Boston after Reservists making the cruise in- · discharging a cargo of oil brought clude members of the organized div- here from Portland. The o!l was bor. isions, volunteer reserves, of Law- rowed by the state of Maine during rence Mass., Manchester and Low- the fuel crisis last winter. ell, M~s., and members of the PortsThe submarine USS Guardfish mouth division who are not sched- was towed from the naval base Monuled to cruise in submarines during day afternoon by a Boston tug to the summer. New London, Conn. The Guardflsh A three-day stop-over is sched- recently was overhauled and will be uled in San Juan, PUerto Rico. used as a naval reserve armory. The USS Gunnel was slated to '3t.1~ sail today. The USS Whale is scheduled to leave the naval' base Friday. The USS Tigrone, sailing from New London, is expected to arrive here The submarine Sa-llflsh, the Friday for a complete overhaul. former Squalus, has ended its The PCE 851 arrived at the naval career and is en route to ,vnbase yesterday for repairs. mington, Del., where she will be Scheduled to arrive with the al - ' cut up for scrap metal. craft carrier Saipan next week is the The sub left here this week in USS Macomb, a destroyer which is a tow of the tug Meteor. veteran of Atlantic and Pacific camThe conning tower and superpaigns during the war. The Macomb structure were removed from the sank a Nazi sub in the Atlantic and vessel some 18 months ago by shot down six Kamikaze planes and congressional act to establish took one by her forward turret durthe Squalµs memorial now locamg the battle for Okinawa. ted on the mall at the Portsmouth naval base. The submarine, which sank off the Isles of Shoals May 23, 1939, with a Joss of 26 lives, later was raised, overhauled and recommissioned the Sailfish. She was sold to a Philadelphia scrap firm for approximately $44,000, Sailfish Drags To Scrap Heap Summer .Visitors Members of the publicity and publi:: relations committee of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce made initial plans yesterday to spread a huge "welcome mat" for thousands of tourists expected to visit this area within the next few months_. Meeting at -y:oken's Thar She Blows on Lafayette road, the n ewlyformed Chamber group discussed various means of attracting area r esidents into Portsmouth's shoppin~ district. The committee- which will have the task of publicizing Portsmouth and its Chamber of Commerce-pondered the possibility of placing "invitations to Portsmouth" in the many hotels and summer resort areas near this city. These "invitations," in pamphlet form, would contain a list of thfl many historic sites here and would feature Portsmouth as the "City of the Open Door " Committee members will a ttempt to h ave the pamphlets published before next weekend so that they may serve the huge throng of tourists who are expected to visit the Portsmouth area over the Fourth of J uly ; holiday. Also considered was the possibility of erecting large signs at the Lafayette road, Islington street and Memorial bridge approaches to P ortsm outh. These signs, according to committee members, would direct motorists into the heart of Portsmoutfu.'s shopping district. David C. Packard, acting chairRear Admiral Andrew G. Bisset, USN, public works officer at the man of the Chamber of Commerce Portsmouth naval shipyard for and head of the group's finance more than two years, was guest of committee, met with the publicity honor at a farewell dinner last night and public relations board and exhibited various pieces of literature ln Folsom-Salter house. which the Manchester Chamber of The affair was sponsored by mem- commerce has employed in tfu.e bers . of the Master Mechanic and past. Foreman's association. Prsent were Keith Field, chairMichael A. Barrett, association ' man, Charles W. Gray, RobEl'rt E. president, was toastmaster. Speak- Whalen, Frank Costello and Mr. ers were Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, Packard. _\ USN, shipyard commander; Harold w. Hodgdon, Clifton R. Harding and Carroll B. Stephenson, shop1 masters, and Comdr. J. F. Cunniff, , 1 USN, new public works officer. Members of the dinner committee 'Dhe Porlsmouth naval shipyard were Wilma J . Letch, chairman, today received the secretary of the Reginald E. Goldsmith, William navy's award for achievement 1n Monagle and Harold L. Robbins. I safety. Admiral Bisset has been assigned In a ceremony held this morn~ng as district civil engineering officer ' at the Squalus memorial on the of the first naval district. His new mall Adm. Morton L. Deyo, comheadquarters will be at Norfolk, mandant of the First naval disVa. trict, presented tJhe award to ca.pt. R alph s. MacDowell, USN, commander of the shipyard. The award was won for a 67% reduction in the accident frequency rate, an 82 % reduction in the severity of acc!dentG In 1947. I Shipyard Wins r; Safety Award J£ l �Navy Yard Goes from Sails to Snorke!s 51 * * ' * Role '1 ·- ~ * * * * the * Nations . ~ *Wars * Portsmouth's in Defense Covers*All From the days of sail-spanned sloops of war to the modern era of the atom and snorkel-fitted submarines the Portsmouth navy yard h;s been this city's principal Industry. The navy yard has developed from the point where a few adz-wielding shipwrights fashioned swift sloops !or England to World War II when its 20,400 workers used every modern mechanical device to build and launch the amazing total o! 79 submarines. During World War II, when the yard's employment reached its 20,· 400 peak in November, 1943, workers travelM to Por tsmouth from at least three states-Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts. By bus, by car, by bicycle and by foot they came from Kittery, Eliot, York, Sanford, the Berwicks, Biddeford, Saco, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Lebanon and Portland, Maine; and from Portsmouth, Rye, the Hamptons, Hampton Falls, Seabrook, Greenland, Epping, Exeter, Kingston, Dover, Nashua, Concord and Manchester, New Hampshire; and from Newburyport, Haverhill, J Lowell, Lawrence and other Massachusetts cities. Though victory brought a sub• INTO T~E DEEP-A submarine-one of the last constructed at the Portsmouth navy yard before World Wai stalltial cutback in the number II-slides from its construction house into the sea. of navy yard workers, many nevertheless came to the Ports• side of the navy yard island. Paul Jones, "father" o! the U.S. mouth area to stay. The yard's marines were needed to keep The island-like all of New Eng- navy. employment now is well over pace with the British and Gerland-first belonged to Great Brit5,000-highest ever in peace• 1800-The U.S. navy depar tment man fl eets. The U.S. navy then ain. It was 1755 before the navy yard time. bought the navy yard. began wondng towar d underseas The yard is working now on an constructed a ship on the order of 1813-Commodore Hull assumed • raiders of 800 tons displacement the U.S. government. It was not advanced submarine, authorized by command o! the yard. rather than the previou3 standthe present Congress, but too secret until 1800 that the U.S. government, ard 450 to 500 tons. 1838-The Franklin ship house and specifically the Navy departfor details. Navy men say only that was completed. In that building Th governmen t-built S-3 was auit is big, possesses a terrlfic cruising ment, took control of the establishthorized from designs made by the were constructed the sloop of range and has armament more ment. government. The L-8, on plans purwar "Preble", and the "ConIn that year the Navy department powerful than anything ever used chased from the Lake Torpedo Boat paid $5,500 for what is now the ~avy gress", which later burned off before. Co., and the 0-1, on plans bought Hampton Roads in combat with Lately, the navy has allowed a yard. Its terrific development can from the Electric Boat Co., ~,ere althe Confederate iron-clad "Merpublic glimpse of its newest sub- be seen in the fact that the yard ready under way at the :vard. rimack", signaling the forthmarine device-the snorkel, a pro- -once purchased for a sum that Hardly had the plans for the S-3 coming end of wooden warshl!JS, truding underwater breathing tube would hardly meet the price of a become complete than the U.S. enThe "Kearsarge" also was built which greatly increases the range modest house today-turned out a tered World War I and orders wne and fighting safety of the under- submarine in 1929 at an estimated here. She won fame by sb1klng placed at the yard for 10 more S-3 water craft. In the works, but un- cost of $7,500,000 ! the Confederate steamer, "Alatype subs. • And where the yard launched published, are new advancements in bama". off Cherbourg, France. 32 ubmarines in the year of That was the kind of job the navy underwater sound gear, radar, fast1870-Admlral David Farragut 1944, its total output from 1917 er models, new, more powerful ardied at the naval base after two yard had learned to take in stride. to 1938 was only 32. maments. years residence. He was the famed And even that was surpassed in Here's a thumbnail chronology of Oivil War naval fighter who cap- World War II. In thls century-spanning development, the people of the seacoast re- the navy yard's highlights: tured New Orleans and once cried, The navy yard makes not only 1~45-Richard Vines, agent for Sir "Damn the torpedoes!" as he orgion of New Hampshire and southsubmarines, bnt shipboard elecFerdinando Gorge, possessor of New eastern Maine have had an intricate dered his ship through· a minefield. tric drvices as well. Considerrole. Residents have become skllled England, rented two islands (the 1905 - Russian and Japanese able hull and interior repair to capacity in marine engineering, navy yard and Seavey's island) to peace emissaries signed a treaty work also as done in the yard'! shipboard electricity, marine design, one Thomas Turnell, a shipwright, ending their war in the navy yard's drydocks. The yard is also the every phase of the metal trades and for two shlllings and six pence a General Stores building. site of the U.S. naval disciplinyear. ship repair. 1912 - The navy department, ary barracks. Some 3,000 pris1690-The "Falkland," a 54-gun about this year, began considetatlon Some of the blggestt forward oners were quartered there dursailing ship was built here, first to of submarine construction. steps in sclentlftc advanceing WoPld War n. Toda:v ih Inbe constructed on the American side ment and production techniques 1917-f!rst bmarine, the L-8, mates number less than 1,000. of the Atlantic, for the British govwas launched at Portsmouth. in submarines have come from ernment. · Also located there ls a naval hospatriotic people who started as 1939-The submarine "Squalus," 1696-The "Bedford," a 32-gunner, sank off the Isles of Shoals. Thirty. pital. Though not among the navy's apprentices at the navy yard. was built for England. three men were rescued dramatical- largest, it is equipped to handle all Many have been formally recogtypes of cases. 1749-The "America," an all-Am- ly by bell buoy but 26 perished. nized by the Navy department erican ship was built. The navy yard's blg assets are its 1944-Yard launched 32 submarfor their contributions. available labor market of skilled 1755-Congress authorized an act ines, highest ever in one year. Sketchily, this ls the navy yard's for construction of 13 new cruisers. 1945-Four surrendered German marine workers and its harbor, story: Among these was the f 1rst ship to submarines turned in at Portsmouth which is almost always free of ice, It is known officially as the Portsbe built at Portsmouth for the Con- where their crews were processed with waters from 50 to 90 feet deep. mouth navy yard though it sits on tinental Congress. She was the 32- and sent to a prisoner-of-war camp The narrows of the Piscataqua rivan island that lies athwart Maine er Impede only the largest-type gun "Raleigh." Shortly thereafter, at Fort Devens, Mass. and New Hampshire. The center or craft. the "Ranger" was outfitted here, Around 1915-1916, navy men the Piscataqua river, which forms famous because she was the 16-gun The navy yard, as some people became convinced that bigger, the state border, flows past each have said, ls Portsmouth, and Portssloop o! war commanded by John faster, more heavily-armed submou h 1~ th<> "'" .,~,.,., - I - ----- ---- - �- ---- Saipan First Carri~~i? To Have Female Passengers For the first time in the history of the navy's powerful striking force, the rustle of women's skirts and echo of female voices was heard aboard an aircraft carrier wh!le it was underway. The USS Saipan-visitor at the Portsmouth naval base for the past three days-carried a score of women yesterday as well as four governors, an admiral and other guests of Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan on an operational cruise in the Gulf of Maine. The Saipan-flrst carrier to test jet propulsion takeoffs at sea-added another first despite skepticism of the members of her crew. Capt. Leroy Sempler, USN, public relations officer for the navy's air force, said that once before an aircraft carrier trip for members of the "weaker" sex had been planned but rough weather forced postponement. While 16 of the governors choose to make a trip to the White Mountains, four of them decided that a trip aboard a carrier would be a fitting conclusion to a successful conference. Michigan's flying governor, Kim Sigler, was accompanied by Gov. Robert D. Blue of Iowa, Gov. Frank Carlson of Kansas and Gov. Louis Knous of Colorado. Rear Adm.• Jol<!.n H. Brown, Jr., USN, commandant of the Portsmouth naval base, and Mrs. Brown were accompanied by Lt. Comdr. E. T. Osler, USN, Admiral Brown's aide, and Mrs. Osler on the junket aboard the carrier. The Saipan left its berth at the naval base shortly after 9:30 o'clock and cleared Portsmouth harbor half an hour later. The course was set for a northeasterly direction at 27 knots and the carrier sailed with the wind for three hours. Shortly after lunch was served in the wardroom of the carrier, Capt. R. W. Morse, USN, captain of the Saipan, passed the word that the planes would be launched. The half hundred guests were assembled on the "island", which is the nerve center of the intricate machine and advised to stand clear for the takeoffs. The green, yellow and red jerseyed ground crew members swarmed everywhere about the flight deck while white-asbestos clad firemen stood by. Engines of pursuit planes were warmed up and the planes readied for the takeoff. The visitors exp'e cted the flight deck to Naval Reservists Head ack Home after Cruise 0 Eight officers and 92 enlisted men, naval reservists from t'he Portsmouth and Boston area, almost all of them veteran s of World • War II, are making the trip. ~ They spent three days in San 'b"' Juan. Lt. G. T . E. Mahar of PortsComdr. Charles H. Andrews, USN, mouth, a driller at the naval ship- has completed his duties as admlnyard, is commanding o~lcer_- Lt. lstratlve officer at the Po1·tsmouth I Philip Ide, of the Umvers1ty of naval shipyard. I New Hampshire is communications He plans to leave today New i 1officer. Lt. (jg) Wilson M. Ford of London Conn. where he will be I Kittery ls acting as first lieulien- based ~s aide' to the staff of the I commandant of submarines, Atlan- 1 ant of the PCE. Others from the Portsmouth area tic fleet. I Capt. K. C. Hurd, USN, succeeds are: I John J. Cahill, chief boatswain's Commander Andrews. Captain Hurd mate · John E. Carbeny, electri- comes here from the bureau of ships ' cian ;' Earl F . Chapman, fireman; at Washington D. C. He is a gradFrank A. Dawson, metalsmith ; uate of ~he U. S. naval academy, Raymond A. Dodge, seaman ; John Annapolis, Md., class of 1925. He is married and has two sons ·, J. Driscoll, metalsmith; George B. I Ellis, sborekeeper; Enzo Francesconi, chief quartermaster ; Albion w. Good.rich, seaman; Milan T . Karkos, metalsmith; Paul B. Little, seaman; John w. Lorenz. boiler repairman; John D. MacDonald, Rosario A. Giaimo, seaman, KitP . t gunner's mate; William .P. O'Brien, an tery om • h seaman; Albert A. Po t vm, seam ' Ernest Hartley, seaman; Ralp all of Portsmouth. , Semprini, seaman, both of Eliot. Joseph A. cannon, machinists Philip E. Goss, seaman; Valenmate· Roger E. Cole, seaman; Clay- , ti e C Lear radarman; Frederick ton ' G. Edwards, metalsmlt~; l En Mo~ill, J~., seaman; Robert C. Charles E. Hersom, seaman; W1l- 1 Morrill seaman; Joseph L. Tucker, · eunner·s mate·' Ed' fred A. Labne, . . chief carpenter, all of R ye . round C. Lib'.lefield, metalsnuth, 11 Paul E. Lemelin, seaman, Salmon Everett H. Nau, seaman; Ja~es F_-1 Falls· Joseph A. Silveira. 1 boat. ',s mabe , """ping· N O r to n , machinery repairman' F swam "'-" , and Roger Stanley Riley, seaman; W11son · C Woodworth engineman, DurWalker ship's cook all of Kittery. I · ' , ' ham. Comdr, Andrews Completes Duties A t Nava I Base Two navy reserve ships-th e PC 1209 and the PC 1198-are scheduled to dock in Portsmouth tomorrow for an overnight liberty, a Portsmouth n aval shipyard spokesman said today. Both vessels are out of New York j and are expected to depart Thursday. Iit also was announced t hat th e submarine USS Torsk will leave h ere Friday for New London. i at Key west, Fla.-docked at Por_tsmouth naval shipyard. this mornmg to staTt a month of genera.I overhauling. Commander of the underwarter \ craft is Comdr. V. E. Sohlllilacher, USN. 1 Widow Receives Silver Star For 1\1. Hero Husband • \Shipyard Opens • B•d Alterataons I $ fo: ~--,,===- and they made a 'mock attack on the carrier giving the guests a rough However, this was not to happen idea of what the Japs went through and the pilot of the first F4U taxied when they met fighting Yank filers. his plane to a point halrway down After buzzing the Salpan the the flight deck, gunned his engine planes began to come in and and roared off into the-- clear skies. Eighteen other planes followed him. one was landed every 25 seconds They made up their formation miles until all 19 craft had been from the ship and flew over Portsbrought home to roost. mouth and the Wentworth hotel at The guests were brought to New Castle. When the gasoline powered planes Kitts Rock buoy, two miles off had left the ship the five new jet Portsmouth harbor, late yesterplanes-latest of the navy's fighting day afternoon and traruferred craft-were brought to the deck for to a navy tug which brougb.t launching, them back to the naval base.. The jets were launched on a catapult. The catapults are located on Area guests on the cruise wer!l Mr. the bow of the ship and a 60-foot and Mrs. Richmon S. Margeson and run slings the plane into the air at son Robert, Mr. and Mrs. John H. a speed of 100 m!Jes per hour. Greenaway, Robert Greenaway, Mr. Following their takeoff the jets and Mrs. Raymond C. L. Greer, Dr. made a speed run on the ship and Anthony E. Peters, Mr. and Mrs. J. navy officers merely raised their Paul Griffin, George Bridle, the Rev. eyebrows when asked for an esti- Thomas Duffy, the Rev. Joseph mate of the speed at which the sleek Shields, William Walton, Miss Carol craft were traveling. It was a mat- Seybolt, Mrs. Russell D. Calley, Mrs. ter of seconds for them to appear James B. Smith, Denis L. Long, within range of human eyes and Richard V. Parnham, Robert G. pass f~om sight. Kennedy, Philip H. Sanderson, The Hellcats and Corsairs came Bert Georges, George Flint, Winswithin range of the ship shortly af- low Bettinson, James Stevens and ter the jets had made their landings Tony Vacarro. Reserve ~hips jt_-t\ Submarine Odax In For Overhaul1! \ Dock Tomorrow The submarine USS Odax-based The PCE 843, organized naval reserve tra ining ship from th e Portsmouth naval base, is due back in her home port Saturday after a twoweek cruise to San Juan, Puerto Rico. l 'J...?:> 'f, be cleared and the planes run the length of the platform. . Mrs. Constance A. Barton of 35 B"ds for alterations and add1Columbia street, Portsmouth, was . 1 uildin s at the Portsbions to four b g presented a silver staT medal today mouth naval shipyard will be refor her late husband, Edward J . ceived until 11 am Tuesday, June Barton, chief torpedoman's mate, 29 , Rear Admiral A. G. Bisset, USN, , USN. . h r e of construction, The award was made by Rear officer In, c a g Adm. John H. Brown, Jr .. commandannounced today. ~ 'l., ' ant of the Portsmouth naval base, He said further info1mation may at his office. tained from the public works Chief Barton was lost when the be ob d USS Triton was reported missing in department at the yar · July, 1943. Chief Barton had been in the navy for 19 years most of which was spent on submersibles. He has been commended for gallantry on several previous occasions. The submarine USS Qulllback will A native of Bridgeport, Conn., h e report at the Portsmouth naval had been stationed at the local shipyard Tuesday for a regular over- naval base several times. Mrs. BaTton, the former Miss Conhaul, a navy yard spokesman said stance A. Grandy of Portsmouth, is today. All three of the vessels here tor , employed in the blueprint section of the shipyard. the governors' conference-the USS Among naval officials attending Sa!pan, USS Macomb and the USS the ceremony were Capt. J. B. Raton-have departed. Griggs, USN, chief of staff, and Lt. Corr!dr. E. T. Osler, USN, aide to the commandant. t S Sub Quillb~-5lc Due For Repairs I (0 -)l' �1C\ 'Naval Reserve 4 Naval Shipyard Retirement Group Elects Officers Trip to Havana Planned Here ~ · Officers were elected at a recent 28th annual meeting of the Civil Service Retirement Association , Local No. 5 of the Portsmouth naval , shipyard at the Rockingham hotel. Chosen were Bart Dalla. Mura, president; Hugh Liljehult, vice president; Melvin H. Chandler, secretary; Floyd A. Lydston, treasurer; Walter L. Blake, sentinel; John J . Hartnett, Frank A. Rhodes and Christopher Hartford. trustees. Mr. Dalla Mura, Mr. Hartnett, Mr. Lydston, Mr. Rhodes, Mr. Liljehult and Mr. Chandler, first vice president of the national association were named to the national convention in Washington in October. About 60 members were present. ~ It was announced that a meeting ~ will be held at a later datP to act t on a resolution to be adopted by the navy yard local prior to the national convention. Poi,tsmouth area naval reservists are being offered a two-week trip to Havana, Cuba, next month according to plans being made by the First naval district headquarters. The USS PCE 843 will embark with organized and volunteer naval i-eservists at the Portsmouth nav~I base Friday, Aug. 13, and will sail for the Cuban port shortly after midnight. The vessel will sail by direct route through the straits of Florida and will arrive in Havana Aug. 18 for three days of liberty• A substantial part of the crew will be comprised of young seaman recruits of the volunteer reserve. Those who enlist before Aug. 1 wlll be given a chance to make the trip. Reserve · officers who have had comm and experience on vessels of the PCE class, or in larger types, who desire to apply for the con:mand billet may Interview the 0~1cer in charge of the reserve training center not later than July 25.. The deadline for all other appllcations is July 30. 1 Veterans Claim !Rights Abused;~ FBI Aid Asked 2 The "heat" was on at Portsmouth naval shipyard today. Sen. Styles Bridges said he would seek a congressional Investigation Into hiring practices there and two other national legislators wanted to know the reasons for complaint! about the yard operation. I Senator Bridges announced he , would demand the probe Monday when Congress convenes for its special session. Meanwhile, Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, shipyard com• mander, acknowledged that de• mands for an explanation of the complaints had cotne from Sen. Charles W. Tobey and Rep, Chester E. Merrow and said they had been referred to "the navy department." And a leading member of the Shipyard War Veterans association, which turned its grievan~es over to Bridges during an hour-long conference In Concord yesterday afternoon. said : "I'll probably lose my job over thi.s for sure. Things are getting tough alrea<ly." He did not elBlborate on the intimation but indicted that official "pressure" was being brought to bear on yard workers. Yesterday, representatives of the yard association told Bridges that at least 400 non-veterans have been rehired in the past 10 months without competing with veterans on the navy yard's job register. They told the senator that the yard maintains what they called an "illegal register" with the names of former employes who were discharged after the end of World War IL These men are being reemployed without having to compete with registered veterans, the association complained, contrary to the 1944 Veterans' Preference act. But Captain McDowell is.."Ued a blanket denial. "There's no such thing as .an 'il• legal register'," he said. "We have to follow the civil service commission register. "We tell the civil service we need 10 men and we try out those they s end us." In answer to the Veterans' Preference act complaints, he declared, "None have ever been brought to my attention that were well founded." But the association spokesmen told New Hampshire's senior senator, who serves as chairman of t he Senate appropriations committee, that the standard employment register at the shipyard contains the names of 300 veterans who have qualified for the posi tions given to nop-veterans. The senator aald he will ask the Senate committees on armed services and civil service to hold public hearings on the complaints in Portsmouth. The demands from the other t wo legislators-Merrow and Tobeyconcerned a resolution passed at a recent American Legion convention in Dover asking that the Federal Bureau of Investigation be called In to inquire into hiring practices at the yard. Portsmouth Navy Officer, E. D. cci~\hart, Dies at 58 Capt. Everett Dole Capehart, 58, USN Ret., former naval aide to two presidents and a Portsmouth native, died last night at a Winston-Salem, N. C. hospital. Captain Capehart, who was White House aide to Presidents Harding and Coolidge, made his home In New York City. He was ill 18 days. The former Portsmouth man was presented the Legion of Merit award in 1946 for outstanding service as executive officer and assistant port director of the· third naval district during World War II. According to the .citation, Captain Capehart "successfully organized and administered the entire landing craft program in the third naval district during th& critical period from its inception in July 1942 until Jan. 1944." "Captain Capehart," the citation reads, "quickly acqU.ire piers and equipped them for outfitting and CAPT.E.D.CAPEHART,USN berthing the landing craft; organized crews to ferry the ships from instruction in machinery operations, Inland yards; set up an office to maintenance and communications provide supplies and voyage repairs. In addition he devised and for officer and enlisted personnel."} The naval officer supported perfected methods of disassembling and loading bhe craft and provided over 1,500 vital wartime convoys and contributed directly to the defense of every major allied amphibious assault in the European operations theater and to the successful prosecution of the war, according to the t.~S award. MT. WASHINGTON, June ·25 In World War I he served over(AP) - A navy jet .fl.~hter plane, seas In the United States destroyer which underwent rigid icing tests command at Queenstown, Ireland. last wJnter on top of this 6,288-foot In 1919, during the latter phases of the peace conference at Paris, he ' peak, ls on Its way home today. ;erved as aide to a naval adviser to New Hampshire state police es- negotiate peace and also representcorted the FD-1 Phantom test plane ed the United States on minor commissions. on a trailer along route 16 on Its In addition to the Legion of Merit way to the Quonset, R. I., x'laval air award he was an honorary comstation. mander of the British Empire, an -under supervision of Lt. Comdr· j award bestowed upon him for "disThomas F. Crowley, the trailer-16 tinguished service in the allled ' cause" during World War II. feet high and 11 feet wide-will follow Route 1 from Portsmouth to the state line where Massachusetts state police will take over the escort. •Navy Jet Plane Passes Through City Today I I Shipyard Wor~~rs ¥!!~ S~~sh Captain McDowell c a 11 ed these complaints an "old story." He said they have been made many ti mes dur~g the .past three years, but that Investi gations have never 'substantiated the claims. He said Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan has studied the complaints and that the navy department is now In .the process of gathering information. A spokesman for the association, who refused to be identified for fear of reprisals, said members of the association may take their grievances direct to secretary Sullivan when he visits his summer home Jn North Hampt on at the end of the month. 5 t 2 ~ ~~s were presented this week to 16 Portsmouth naval shipyard employes for beneficial suggestions. Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, shipyard commander officiated at the ceremonies. R ecelvmg a top award of $200 was chief quarterman shipfitter Herbert Wood, who suggested a support for staging around the periscope assembly of a submarine. Others receiving awards were Winburn T . Dudley, Olburne S. Ham, Wilbur H. Place, Harvey R. Grant, F. Knapp, Jr., Raymond E. Allen, Maynard L. Young, and G. Gordon Bennett. Warren V. La.Rochelle, Walter R. savage, Raymond E. Hatch, John R. Goodwin, John E. Smith, George G. Normandeau, Jr., and Gilbert S. Peterson. I �iJunk Dealer Implicated In Thefts al Shipyard A Portsmouth junk dealer was under investigation today as naval intelligence officers pushed their probe into the theft of three tons of lead for which three enlisted men are being detained. Portsmouth naval base authorities declined to list the names of the men until "the investigation is completed." However, the naval base spokesman credited the arrest of the · alleged thieves to the quick action of Wentworth Acres Deputy Sheriff James C. Curran. Curran was called last Saturday to investigate "suspicious and unusual" actions by two • cars belonging to occupants of the housing project. Working in close conjunction with the naval intelligence men, Curran was able to recover all of the missing material, some of which had been scattered to distant points in Massachusetts. No civilian personnel are believed to be involved but naval authorities emphasized their investigation is not completed. The theft came in the wake of grievances over alleged unfair hiring practices at the shipyard which may be the object of a congressional probe. Complaints about the yard hiring were voiced to en. Styles Bridges this week by members of the Shipyard War Veterans' association and the New Hampshire lawmaker said he would ask Congress to investigatk. The association charged the shipyard bas violated the Veteran's Preference act of 194.4. and other hiring regulations. Association spokesmen told Senator Bridges that at least 4.00 nonveterans have been rehired in the past 10 months without competing with veterans on the navy yard's job register. 1'-leawhile, Navy Secretary John L. Sullivan of Manchester arrived here from Washington to spend the weekend at his summer home at Little Boar's Head. It was apparent that his visit has no connection with current grie'1ances at the local shipyard. The navy ~ecretary arrived at the local airport by plane about 6 last night at the height of a terrific rain storm which played havoc throughout the area and grounded most air traffic. Mrs. Sullivan, contacted at her Little Boar's Head home, said she believed her husband would return to the nation's capital tomorrow night. He was playing golf this morning and could not be reached for comment on the complaints about navy yard operations. Portsmouth Man Wins High Post:sl I In Navy Office v A Portsmouth native will relieve R.ear Admiral Joseph W. Fowler, USN, as chief of the office of Industrial survey in the office of the Secretary of Navy at Washington. Rear Admiral Louis Dreller, USN, who will replace Rear Admiral Fow~ ler early in August, was graduated from Portsmouth high school in 1914., and received his degree of bachelor of science 1n electrical mgineering from the University o( New Hampshire 1n 1918. He enlisted in the navy following graduation ,and has served continuously for 30 years. His shore service includes tours of duty in the design section of the bureau of engineering and the bureau of ships. He served as industrial manager at the Philadelphia naval shipyard prior to going to the Pearl Harbor naval shipyard in June of 1946, as commander. At the time of the attack on Pearl Harbor, he was engineer officer on the staff of Vice Admiral Brown in command of the scouting force and Task force 11. Admiral Dreller holds the Legion of Merit, the Order of the Southern Cross awarded by the Braz!l!an Government, the Order of Orange-Nassau, rank of commander, awarded by the Netherlands government, as well as numerous campaign medals. In June, 1947, he was awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws by his alma mater. He is married and has two daughters, Mrs. A. A. Kerr, wife of lieutenant (jg) Kerr, USN, attached to the USS Sea Fox and Doris, who resides with her parents. Fleet Reserve j\\,\ bO Host to Caucus Of Regiona·I Body Veterans Council . :r\ 'l To Air Charges In Shipyard Row Grievances over alleged unfair hiring practices at Portsmouth naval shipyard will be reviewed "early next week" at a meeting of the Portsmouth area Allied Veterans council. This was announced today by a spokesman for the Shipyard War Veterans' association, which presented the complaints about the yard hiring to Sen. Styles Bridges In a hour-long conference in Concord Wednesday. New Hampshire's senior senator announced after the conference that he will seek an investigation into the charges by the Senate Armed Services and Civil Service committees when Congress convenes Monday for its special session. The association charged the ship, yard has been violating the Veterats Preference act of 1944 and other hiring regulations. Although the proposed investigation is a topic of speculation for nearly all of the 5,500 shipyard workers, no official comment was made. Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, said "I have no further information other than what's in your paper and that's not detailed enough for me to make any comment." He said he did not "understand this thing" because "nobody has come to me about it." I 1 Navy To Surve{s Shipyard Wages A wage survey at the Por,tsmouth naval shipyard-that may mean a raise for mechaµical employes to correspond with ·r ecent congressionally-ordered hikes for clerical workers-has been ordered by the office of industrial relations of navy department. It is to start on or about Aug. 23. Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, shipyard commander, today said a letter from the industrial office takes note of "substantial changes" in the wage rates paid by private employers in the Portsmouth area. And because of this, he quoted the letter, there is "a probability that navy rates of pay may be out of line with those prevailing in the local area." (Another wage survey was held a. year ago and no increases were awarded, the letter points out, and, in some instances, there were decreases.) • Naval Shipyard \ Officers Atter,d Industrial Parley Branch 7, Fleet Reserve 11.ssociation, was host and hostess to 300 delegates and guests from all branches in the New England district who attended the annual pre-con •ention caucus at the Communitv ,.::enter Sunday. These meetings are held in each \ district in the United States, with each branch having the opportunity to place their bids for tile caucus to be held in their city. Portsmouth men attending the resolution committee session were Theodore F. Munz and Charles A. Boyer, and a Kittery resident, Louis v. Bouffard. The committee met to adopt or reject resolutions which will be presented to the annual convention in Dallas, Texas, in August. National officers present Included National Vice President Christopher C. Sanders of New York City, Past National President John H. Burke of Worcester, Mass., National Secretary Charles E. Lofgren of Washington, D. C., Past National Finance Officer James J . Ralph of Everett, Mass., and Regional VicePresident George Davison of New London, Conn. Mrs. Theresa Davison, national vice president of the Ladies auxiliary, presided . over the auxiliary session. Regional Vice President Davison introduced . the three candidates running for regional vice president for the ensuing year. The two losing candidates withdrew in order to make the vote unanimous for the winning candidate, Charles Williams of branch 66, Quincy, Mass., who was installed into office. National Secretary Charles E. Lofgren, principal speaker, gave a brief review of pending legislation and wh at action is expected at the next regular session of Congress. Mr. Lofgren announced that next month he will recommend to the convention a brief of certain test cases which the Fleet reserve association will file with the court of claims in Washington 1n connection with decisions rendered by the Comptroller General under public Five officials or the Portsmouth naval shipyard left today for the Puget Sound naval shipyard in Washington where they w!ll attend a government industrial relations institute July 27-29. They are Comdr, Robert E. Perkins, USN, Industrial relations officer ; Lt. Comdr. E. P. Cochran, Jr., USN, labor relations superintendent; Leslie R. Rowe, civilian Industrial relations assistant; Alden C. Pn!llips, employment superintendent; and Carlton F. Pritchard, employe services superintendent. I Commander Perkins and Mr. Pritchard w!ll be among speakers at the institute while Mr. Rowe and Mr. Ph!llips will participate in panel discussions. , .. .., 720. _ _ _ I Suppl_y Officer \ Inspects Yard Rear Adm. Malcolm G. Slarrow, USN, general inspector for the Bureau of Supplies and Accounts at Washington, D. C., visited the Portsmouth naval shipyard this morning on an inspection tour. . . Fog Delays Sub; IDue Tomorrow ~\• The submarine USS Requin scheduled to dock here today but delayed by fog - will pull in tomorrow, Portsmouth naval shipyard officials said this morning. The under-sea craft ls to undergo \ a routine overhaul. �I -- - • ..,f ~ • ;Navy Due To Get ·Area Reservists 200 Village Units To Sail Today n 1 Transfer of 200 Admiralty Village F H na ()fj I :; I housing units to the navy ls expectOr QVQ ed Oct. 1, Project Manager Geo~e The Portsmouth area naval reA. Lavallee said he was informed serve ship, the PCE 843, was to get unofficially today · by the Public under way early this afternoon for Housing administration office 1n a two-weeks cruise to Havana Cub:- · New York. • She 1s manned and officered Y l serve crew from this The transfer will include all units Ian all nava re east of Philbrick street. They will Immediate vic!ntlYi authorities said , be uhder complete jurisdiction of Tomorrowi ~avaFI h ls scheduled the navy. .-c"\ '\,'1 \ the USS Flviy g tessts after a long -> for deep d ng - - - ' overhaul at the naval shipyard. I The Flying Fish wlll be accompanied to the maneuver grounds by th New London based submarine 0 U \re:cue ship, USS Tringa. The Tringa returns to New London when the tests are completed. Four-Man Board T InspeC t S b Port City Widow' bl i, ._ Jl>-f/ · ~-8-~.~~P.qJlQ~ ~ (::1- ~<r~ Wins fight for ~i .At -~~~~i: s,hip,jG~d: ¼f•_~•~t~~; • Former Shipyard 'Officer Dies A1 At Pearl Harbor 1·) Word has been received here o! the dea th of Capt. Lloyd D. Follmer, USN, 49, In Pearl Harbor. Captain Follmer formerly was stationed I~ the industrial department of the , Portsmouth naval base for two · 1• years. A native of Lincoln, Neb., Captain Follmer came here June 15,' 1938 , , from submarine division 12 at Pearl ' Hllrbor. He left Portsmouth June 1 1940, to take command of the UBS ' Nautilus. In 1942 he was stationed In London as a special submarine observer. He later served as commanding officer of both the USS Otus and Nereus, submarine tenders. At the time of his death he was commander o! the submarine base at Pearl Harbor. Sub Tender / "\ \·1. , Leaves Today · The USS Anthedon, a sub tender which has been at the Portsmouth naval shipyard during a two-month overhauling period, will leave for New London at 2 pm today. She will be towed by the tutboat I Masapelea. '. -- • ~b NavaIBase JO A Portsmouth woman has won her battle for reinstatement as a civil service employe at the Prrtsmouth naval shipyard. The name of Mrs. Margaret E. Batlck of 295 Thornton stree: has been returned to the employment rolls by the direct order of President Harry S. Truman. I Ya rd At LOCa It~ f D A four-mart board of Inspection and 11urvey from Washington, D. c., will arrive at the Portsmouth naval base Monday for a materiel lnspection of the USS Quill back. The submarine, on active duty out of New London, Conn., arrived here June 23 for complete overhaul and repairs, according to Comdr. Marshall H. Austin, USN, base operations officer. The board Is composed of Rear Adm. F.A. Braisted, USN, president; Capt. W. F. Christmas, USN, hull inspector; Comdr. Scott K. Gibson, engineering Inspector, and D. A. LindquL,t, assistant hull inspector. Yard May Hire 250 wO rke rs /1-, /'· ' I/ U. B. Sen. Styles Bridges informed The Portsmouth Herald today the order had been signed and local naval olllclals said Mrs. Ba.tick's "back to work" orders were waiting only confirmation by the Navy department. "We'll be more than glad -to welCapt. Ralph S. MacDowell, USN, come her back," said Capt. Ralph Portsmouth naval shipyard com- s. McDowell, shipyard comman- , mandant, today announced that he , dant. Mrs. Batlck, the widowed mc-'.her has been officially informed by the bureau of ships that the civilian of a nine-year-old daughter, could not be reached for comment. employment celling of the shipyard ' Her long battle with n·1vy has been Increased by 250. "red tape" started in January, 19<1'1, when she was notified that It ls expected that employment five years of "temporary" em- ·1 calls will be issued during the next ployment were to be terminated. week or 10 days. This notice was followed l,y a second which placed the wldr.w of · This does not mean that admina USS Squalus victim in o. special° 1 istrative decisions can be made lm- ' group of employes who were tr be kept in employment as "nofl-re- · mediately as· to which trade!! will married widows of veterans." be needed ln filling additional poThe ax finally fell In November sitions, he added. of last year when Mrs. Batlck was Informed her employment had been terminated .. Forty-one-year-old Mrs. Batlck appealed her case to Congressmen c;t\ Bridges, Charles W. Tobey, Chester E. Merrow, all of New Hampshire, \ !) and Edith Nourse Rogers of MassaThree prizes· were awarded P~rtschusetts. But to no avail. mouth flotilla 301, u. s. Coast In February of this year, J. D. Guard auxiliary at a rendezvous at Hartford, publisher of The Herald, Sandwich, Mass., over the weekend. made a direct appeal to Navy SecreFred Trefethen of Whipple road, tary John L. Sullivan of Manchester, Kittery, skipper of the unit, received seeking to have the pay roll clerk an e!Ilciency award for the condirestored to her duties. tion of his 38-Ioot cabin cruiser II Mr. Sullivan replied he "regretand equipment. ted" the dismissal of Mrs. Batlck The Portsmouth group Rlso reand added that If she secured eligiceived a prize for traveling the bility through examination she could greatest distance to the meet and be returned to duty. won a diving award. Senator Bridges then promised to Ben H. Blakem1m of York staged Intercede with President Truman, a diving exhibition. after explaining to Mrs. Batlck's Others making the trip were E~supporters that only an executive . erett S. Buxton of Kittery Point, order could win back her job. Richard Collins, Albert caulstone, Today Mrs. Ba tick can regard · Archie Knapp and Stanley Riley, herself as one woman who fought, all of Kittery, James Cotter and and won, a battle with navy "brass." H. L. Wheeler of Portsmouth and Walter Hayden of New Castle. I Local Reservists Win. 3 _Prize~ Dursng Cruise l Yard Employment[ Shows Decrease ' Portsmouth naval shipyard I employment rolls dt.Ueased by / four durlnr July, the fiscal department there reported today. The present employment total. Is 5,634. ~~ · 1 ,Seen by·Offi~~r?: ·~ ·_· \ment Indlcatlona of a possible ~mployr ~oom Portsmouth naval at · shipyard-and at least a continuation of present payroll leveia-werJ glv~n yesterday · at · _th6 .t -regular weekly meeting of' the Rotary club. Speaking before the group waa , CO!Pt, Thomas ct. ~l!-1:llY,·. USN, shipyard production · -0fflcer ··· "9910 said '"The present lftalcatlo~ are I that the Portsmoutlt · nav&l · 11h1pyard will continue to provide employment • for 5,600 , employe3 and possibly more." · ' · ' . . . . ,'t. The yard omcer explained opI eratlons of the ' mammoth naval installa.tlon and described its ·•.economic Importance to •thJs,atld 11urroundlng communities. '· -. ·.• "= I Captain Reamy' said that 1,730 of the shipyard's workers llve in Porta~' mouth and that 3,200 reslde-' hi the Immediate vicinity of thlll · city. He abo praised ' the llhlPYaril ' work and said complete ..e~er• · lence on the part . of ' worlt~ ,If' I' · responsible for the slil?1arlt• · 11uccess In Its endeavon. ",;-.;1.: • :. , Captain Reamy waa' int(_oduoed by Ralph T, Wood, cl1afr:man. '.· ' :. < ! A resolution ,waa ,pas11ed; · Jbe death of Charles S; Vall''B¥c~• Dr. William Saffor(\ .Jone,rt.n tlie 1 Rev. Robert H. Dunn,_i:on41,1cted.·-. I l I program ~k ·'brief memorla~ !e~-- . ,,y·· Navy Tak~10ver Admiralty Village Section October 1 The navy will take over 200 units in the Admiralty Village housing project on Oct. 1, George H. La- · vallee housing manager, reported today. . · However, the remaining 400 units stlll have to be apprals~d by the Federal, Housing authority and the Public Housing authority before any sale3 can be made. • The units reserved for the navY· In the Village are all east of Philbrick street. At Wentworth Acres, tbrtwo fed•·• eral agencies have not·agreed on an ,appraisal figure, delaying any possible sale until an agreement 1a reached. · v . Sub Flying F~s\\~. Due in Quebec~ The submarine, USS Flying Fish, BS 229, from New London, which' has been undergoing an underhaull at the Portllmouth naval • base for over three monthll, will leave next Monday. The submarine will conduct a two-week training cruise to Quebec and Hallfax, Nova Scotia. It 111 believed to be the flrat f,leettlpr submarine to ' ,:each Quebec,. and the flr11t of submarines •to trp.vel to there slm;e.1939. · 1 The Flying Fish 1.s expected to , arrive at her home' bue on' Labor day. • . · "' · any �' ~rs. 1lo . 0 -k, :~PrePares a; , ·wage ·Survey .. _TodciY. ·tor' . k .·t o ·vard Polt Starts ., . . . .. ,. t • 1 . The smiling, happy widow '_ of a She hnmediately wired her thanka seaman '. 'VfhO died aboard the !11- to President Trwnan: fated aubmarlne SqualWI today pre-- "My heartfelt gratitude for your par~ · to go back to work at the · help !n my behalf. words cannot Portsmouth naval m!pyard. express what !t means to me." . · • · Officials at the base were equally 295 ~11. •Margaret E. Ba.tick of lad the President intervened in Thornton street was restored yes- ~he Bat!ck case. t~ay to her civ!l service st atus "We carried !t as far as we could," by. an ~xecutlve order by President Capt, Ralph s. McDowell, USN, TrUman. · commandant -of the shipyard, said, . ~he lost her ·. job last Nov. 20 "and we are more than happy the wnen 'the cutback in employment rresldent saw fit to reverse the effected even the special detention civil service ruling." , group, In wploh she was listed. He explained that Mrs. Bat!ck Mother of a nlne-year-'old girl, must wait until the Civil Service "' is it! f ffi · 1 commission forwards the order to a.,e wa ng on1Y or O c1a the Navy department and then it confirmation of her reinstatement w!ll have to come through regular before going back to tier job as a channels to the local base. pay · ro~. clerk at the shipyard · Mrs. Bat!ck's fight to win back her · Mrs. Ba.tick did not learn of the job started last November and wa& president's order until late last supported by three of New Hampnlght,c When she l'etumed home shire's congressmen, from . a trip to Portland a teleThe case was brought to the Presgram.'' fiom U. S, Sen. Styles !dent's attention by S _e nator rldgea-waa .waltlng for her. Bridges. ' ~ ').~ ;Navat~S.h1pyar~-·- ., • \ •, •• .. .:.-~: 'J ' ......... ) ..... : -- A w!',ge survey ordered by the navy Naval' Reserve 1~ Charts Cruise Of\ Down to Jamaica Ships of Destroyer Division 102 w!ll make a naval reserve training cruise to Jamaica, British west Indies, embarking from Newport, R . I., on Sept. 12 and returning Sept, 25, Portsmouth naval base otrlcers rep01-ted today. Although priority has been assigned by the bureau of naval personnel to selection of members of the organized naval reserve foi: the cruise there are several unf1ll ed billets available. Volun teer reservists may apply for a billet at the naval reserve- trainIng center, Building 171, Portsmouth naval base, by Aug. 31. department for the Portsmouth 1 naval shipyard began today In Portsmouth when seven teams of two men each started to assemble data of wages being paid !n comparable trades. Capt. Thomas G. Reamy, USN, production officer, who is chairman of the Portsmouth area ware committee, explained that the purpose of the survey Is to give the mechanics of the shipyard the fairest wage schedule possible. Other members of the committee are Lt. Comdr. J . A. Wright, Jr., USN, assistant public works officer; Chief Warrant Officer Herbert W. Colt (HC) USN, attached to the naval hospital, and Joseph Shea. of Manchester, attached to the Area The navy to the rescue! Wage and Class!f\pat!on office in The submarine USS SableBoston. Named as the sub committee fish, en route to the Ports--"'from the shipyard to collect data mouth naval base from Boston, , came to the aid of a distressed Captain McDowell reported I for the survey are George 'J.'. Crothers, George T. Mahar, John Goss, power cruiser off the Isles of that actual construction work James F. Pickett, Alfred C. Johnon the USS Tang will gt' unShoals yesterday, son, Donald A. Twitchell, Vincent derway "within three or four ' ~he 70-foot craft Moby Dick A. Adjutant, Paul J. Hefferman, weeks," The local navy official of Gloucester, Mass,, had broCedric T. Morrow, Vincent J. Mulsaid the new submarine now is ken down two miles southwest larkey, Clarence L. Anderson, Percy In the design and . planning of the Shoals with clogged fuel T. Whitney, wnuam c. Haigh, Jr., · stage while materials are belnr Jines. Frederick S. Brown, John J. HartNavy men from the Sableflsh ordered. . nett, Maurice E. Cheney, George W. Captain McDowell reported that 1 boarded the stricken vessel with Packard and Reginald W, Remick. on the USS Tang w111 take ap- ' an air hose and cleared fuel ~ work Alden C. Ph!lllps is chairman of I -~•· Jines and carburetor. ,' A ..• third · ••self-sufficient" sub- ' proximately 30 months as com-1 the sub-committee with James K. The Sableflsh has put Ina> Leavitt as recorder. ·marine will be constructed at the pared to the wartime submarine the local base for a two-week The area to be surveyed Is Po$mouth •naval shipyard, accord- ' construction rate of between eight period. bounded by the following cities 'lng to navy offlcla.ls in Washington. , and 11 montJ.s, and towns : ·. · The new submarine-as yet un- , Construction of the USS Wahoo Saco and Springvale, Me., Farm'named-will follow construction of and the unnamed submarine will ington and Manchester, N. H., ,the USS Tang and the USS Wahoo. 1follow work on the USS Tang. It Lawrence, North Andover, Hamilton ~es~ two subs have been described was a year ago last spring that the and Gloucester, Mass. by-the navy as "true submarines"- authorization of the USS Tang was It ls anticipated that It will take erafts which will operate under made publ!c and last March the A nav al reserve minesweeperthree weeks to collect the data :water without having to surface USS Wahoo also was awarded to i and a similar length or time to the USS Ru[f- was stranded in .tor fuel or air. the local yard. ; assemble bhe information before Portsmouth harabor Sundaay atter . Although construction of the new Since April, 1947, the yard has I sending it to the navy department it developed engine trouble. ,aub was announced In Washington, been making plans for the "true !n Washington for fin-al consideraIssuing a call for 11sslstance to Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, submarine" which will be designed tion. shipyard commander, stated he had for high speed and twice the former the Portsmouth naval shipyard, not been "off!c!ally" informed of underwater opera tion depth. members of the crew were unable the ,proposed sub. . Plans for the "self-sufficient" to repair the engine at sea. \ Captain McDowell stated: submarine call for a streamlined The minesweeper was towed to - "It's news . to me. I haven't hull and reduction of the superharbor here and crewmembers sent heard official word about a third structure to enable the craft to back to Salem, Mass., by bus. •submarine but probably · will glide through the water at a greater within· a short time. Apparently rate of speed. ihe navy Is buildlnr a nest en for · the future." Navy officials have indicated Capt. Thomas B. Klakring, USN. The. s'hlpyard commander said that the new submarine will I former Portsmouth submarine officonstruction of . another suu would Include the "Snorkel" breathing cer, has been named commander have little effect on the present emtube developed by the Germans of the submarine training school ployment level which recently drop- 1 during World War II. The tube ped to the 5,634 mark. enables submarines to remain . at Groton, Conn. , The navy in Washington also anunder water for a longer perFormer commander of submarine 1ilounced that two submarines wm be lod. ' squadron eight at the Groton base, converted for Arctic service, but The German invention also alCaptain Klakring has been stationCaptaiI\ McDowell said he knew o! lows the batteries of a submarine to ed at the Portsmouth naval base only one. be recharged wh!le !t cruises slowly several times aboard various sub- ; .,, He added: under the water surface. marines . . "~e- only one I ' know of Is the , It also was announced that the His successor as squadron com- 1 USS Tlgrone which is at the local I USS PCE 851 has arrived at the mander is Capt. Charles o. Tnebel, 1 shipyard now for renovations." , local shipyard from Portland for formerly stationed _at Key West, i ~: _"I! the navy has another one it ' •repairs. The ship ls assigned to the Fla. 1 l)robably_will, be assigned-here at a Portland naval reserve .....,, unit. _ --The relief of command ceremony I date.'' • . . . was held today aboard the submarine Sableflsh. Sub Sablefish A(f~iu· Goes to Rescue -- l . .._ NewSub ·. ered Biil\ . ocal Base Reserve Vessel /((\,3 Balks in Harbor I Sub Skipper ac; ,s Commands School At Groton Base I ! _____ �f Anti - Submarine Trend Means Mothballs · or Shades of Billy Mitchell WASffiNGTON, Aug. 20 (NEA)-1 The first craft commissioned by The U. S. navy plans to put th vy as a "battleship" was it.s last two giant battle wagons th: ;~S Maine. The sinking of -the USS Iowa and the USS the Maine by the Spanish in 1898, Missouri-out of commission. in the harbor at Havana, Cuba, This marks the end of an era precipitated the Spanish-American in naval history. war and inspired bhe slogan "Re. member the Maine." It was built as The retired sea giants will be a heavy cruiser type but commisadded to the "mothball fleet" and sioned a battleship in 1886. The could be sent to sea again. But USS Indiana was the first ship it is believed doubtful if they built and commissioned as a battlewill ever see action unless war ship. The ship will leave here F11iday should come very soon. Most old navy men agree that night, Sept. 10, at 8 Pm and will The men and money that it return Sunday afternoon, Sept. 12. the USS Pennsylvania was probtook to keep the pair of glant Purpose of the cruise Is to train warships at sea will be diverted . ably the most famous battlelocal organized and volunteer nato aircraft carrier operations and ship the navy ever had. Sh~ val reservists. was called The Grand Old for the development of antiThe ship is under the temporary Lady of the Fleet and probably submarine warfare. command of Lt. George T. Mahar, housed more gold braid in her The era ended by this move is USNR, of Rye. General and spetime than any other ship. the one during which naval excialized drills will be conducted enFrom 1916 when she was comperts believed that having the route to Rockland and liberty wlll missioned until the start of most of the biggest, most heavily be g,ranted Saturday afternoon and World War II the ship served . armed ships gave a nation domevening in Rock! nd for me'!lbers as the navy's flagship. inance of the sea. This theory of the crew. 1 2. At Pearl Harbor she was one first began to be most seriously of the few ships to survive the challenged soon after World War I. Advocates of more air power, surprise bombings with only sllg,ht led by Billy Mitchell, began call- damage. She was des~royed at ing the battleship an obsolete I Bikini during the atomic bomb "We're delighted she's back weapon. Out of this argument j tests. The navy say~ _"she probably again." came the title of "battleship ad- fired more amrnumtion than any So said the Portsmouth naval miral" applied to those admirals other ship in history. That inshipyard this morning as Marwho 'were the stoutest defenders eluded constant service in the Pagaret E. Batick, widow of a Squalus victim, returned to of the worth of the battleship. ci,fic campaign. work at the yard and culminAlthough during world war II The Missouri was Jau~ched in ~ted almost a year-long battle • 1944 saw extensive service durto regain her Civil Service the navy had 23 of the giant bat- \ ing 'the Pacific fighting an~ bestatus. tle wagons in service, more than came most famous as the ship on The problem arose last Nov. were ever used at one time be- which the Japanese surrender was 20 when a cutback In employfore, the greater development of signed. ment affected even the workers subma,rine warfare and naval a.viThe Iowa is the largest man-oin the special group in which ation appa'r ently proved to pe the war ever launched. She was _comshe was classified. clinching argument . against the I missioned In 1943, was assigI?ed It was dissolved last month giant warship theory. The chief to the "Tirpitz watch" in wnich when President Truman orderuse of the battleship during World she neutralized the threa,t of that ed she be reinstated. War II was in leading amphibious German warship which was ~eCapt. Ralph S. McDowell, invasions. If war should come ported poised in the Norwegian USN, shipyard commandant, soon, with the need for such an waters. She carried the late Franksail the 41-year-old widow operation, undoubtedly some of !in D. Roosevelt across the AtwouM return to work in trainthe 15 battleships in mothbal!B !antic on the first leg o! his trip ing as &. shop clerk. would be readied for service again. to the historic Teheran conference. "We're delighted she's back All other nations interestel'. in and the fact that she had to maintaining sea power have folgo out before was of considerlowed the same trend. ArgenJ.\\ able concern to us." S ~ Battle Wagons /Local Reservists Slate Rockland Cruise I \ 'We're Delighted' i tina, Brazil, Chile, France, Russia and England still ·aave battleships in service. But all but one of Russia's and two of the British are over age. 1h1d no new ones are being built, cxcept possibly in Russia. The end of the battleship class makes the cruiser-type ship the heaviest craft the navy will have afloat. The cruiser is smaller but is much faster, much more maneuverable and is more adaptab'e. to anti-submarine warfare than the battleship. The "Old Mo," nickname for the Missouri, is 887 feet long and displaces 45,000 tons. The navy's new- ! est cruiser, is 716 feet 17,000 tons. $110,000,000 The application deadline at the n av a 1 r.e,serve training center, Building 171, at the Portsmouth naval base, is Sept. 3. Crew lists are being prepared for a weekend cruise to Rockland, Me., on the PCE 843, local naval reserve training vessel, the Portsmouth naval base reported today. Local Reservists, Schedule Cruise(\ For Boy Scouts Portsmouth boy scouts are scheduled to take a one-day cruise Sept. 18 aboard the USS PCE 843, naval reserve training ship assigned here, reserve officials announced today. It was simultaneously pointed out that electrician's mates, motor machinist's mates, quartermasters and genereJ service deck and engineering men are needed for the trip. The cruise will be 1n the vicinity of the Isles of Shoals, with the ship , departing in the morning and returning to port in early afternoon. Naval Shipyard Employment Up · There was a gain of 14 employes In the rolls of the Portsmouth naval shipyard during August according to figures made public today by the fiscal department there. On Aug. 31, a tot~ of 5,648 wet·e on the rolls as compared with 5,634 on July 31. the USS Newport ~ews, long and displaces only A battleship cost.s &bout to build. POR_TSMO_UTB-BUILT-Evidence of the navy's belief that future wars will see an increase in submarine warfare 1s the importance attached to subs like the streamlined Pomodon (above), The Pomodon was launched from the Portsmouth naval shipyard June 12, 1945. U{\ �ew Wage Scale oBe Disclos · or Navy Yar ' A new wage scale is being prepared for the Portsmouth naval shipyard and will be released shortly, U. s. Rep. Chester E. Morrow in Washington disclosed today. ' The New Hampshire legislator revealed he has been informed that the navy department is processing data collected in a summer wage survey at the local naval installation and is to put it into effect "in the near future." Whether the scale will go up or down was not disclosed but. it is generally expected that local PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD FLYING CLU~Pictured, left to right, in front of their recentlyworkers may win several salary purchased plane are Mrs. Lester Barding, secretary, Bernard Resnick, treasurer, Paul Bergeron, instructor, Rayincreases. mond DesRochers, president, Lt. I. W. Reid, USN, club sponsor, Richard Ray, Barry McLaren, vice pl'esident, The survey started Aug. 23 with and Walter LaBrie. (Photo by Phyllides.) '5, * seven teams of two men each as.,,. sembling information for the navy department. Congressman Merrow said h e obtained information that the new scale was being prepared from A Senate armed services comCapt. W. H. Von DTeele, USN, act mittee investigator-believed to . ing chief of the navy department's be probing complaints of hiring office of industrial relations. The Portsmouth naval shipyard irregularitle3-toured the. Ports, Seventeen Portsmout~ and PortsThe area included in the surmouth naval shipyard yesterday flying club, organized six months mapth area residents were among vey covered Saco and Springand returned to Washington toago, is "off to a flying start" with 21 Portsmouth naval shipyard emvale in Maine; Farmington.and day. an airplane purchased a few months ployes who received cash awards Manchester in New Hampshire, Col. Mark H. Galusha, USA, this morning for suggestions suband Lawrence, North Andover, (ret.), was escorted through the ago. Hamilton and Gloucester in naval installation by Ca.pt. The plane, a single engine yellow mitted to the navy department's Ralph S. McDowell, shipyard Massachusetts. and orange machine, is dual-con- beneficial suggestion program. The awards, totaling $355, were Capt. Thomas G. Reamey, USN, commander. trolled, and has tandem seats. It is production officer, who serves as Captain McDowell today said hangared at the Portsmouth air- presented by Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, commander of the chairman of the Portsmouth area Galusha. served as a "field man" port. wage committee, said the purpose tor the congressional committee Mrs. Lester Harding, secretary, shipyard, in building 86. Area award winners include of the survey is to give t he mechand that his visit was unansaid that members a1·e now buildDaniel S. Atwell, Jr., Leon Davis, anics at the shipyard the fairest nounced. ing up their flying time more easily. George W. Martin, Fred J. Folsom wage schedule possible. The navy official said the inShe added that member students and Reginald C. Jones, all of PortsOther members of the · commitvestigator departed saying he could receive Instruction at more mouth, James H. Moran, Kaleb B. tee are Lt. Comdr. J . A. Wright, J r ., may return for another tour of reasonable rates. Lothrop, Edward M. Pilling and Ray USN, assistant public works offithe yard but would have to reThe club was organized by Ray- E. Allen, all of Kittery and Tyler T . cer; CWO Herbert W. Colt, (HC) turn to Washington to "think mond DesRochers of Portsmouth, Rankin and Lawrence A. Hill of USN, attached to the naval hosit over." an employe of the Portsmouth na- Kittery Point. pital, and Josepi1 Shea of Manches(The complaints against yarcl val shipya1-ft. Also Frank A. Rhode, Jr., of New ter, attached to the area wage and hiring practlces were instigated Meetings are held twice monthly. Castle, Raymond H. Bone of York classification office in Boston. by members of the shipyard Potential club members may Village, Vincent G. Adjutant of War Veterans' association and contact a club representative at York Beach, Norman B. Wilbur of turned over to U.S. Sen. Styles building 86 at the Portsmouth na- Greenland, Clyde B. Staples of Bridges several months ago. val shipyard, Mrs. Harding an- North Berwick and Robert E. Boutet\ Among them was a charge that nounced. of Ogunquit. the Veterans' preference act was b~lng violated.) 11 -- Shipyard Airmen Buy New Plane Naval Shipyard Workers Given $355 in Awards Senate Prober st7 Visits S~ipyard . Volador Service Set for Friday ;\ The USS Volador-the first sub-1 marine launched at the Portsmouth naval base in three years-will be _______________ commissioned at 11:30 am Friday, Oct. 1, by Rear Adm. John H . .Brown, Jr., USN, commander of Lhe base. The submarine, launched May 21, will be turned over to Lt. Comdr. Foward A. Thompson, USN, of Belmont, Mass., who will be commanding officer of the vessel. The USS Volador, equipped with the latest war-developed innovations, is a. guppy-snorkel type of submarine. It is the 118th submarine built at the Portsmouth naval base and Volador- s (Continued from page one) ls specially desfgned for fast uncerwater operations. The naval base will be open to the public from 11 am to 12: 15 pm on the day of the commissioning. Visitors will be directed from the main gate to the area near berth 11-A where the ceremonies will take place. •••=====;;;;;=;;::;:::=== -------- · �Alert Sailors 1 *** ab Escapee *** *** • Piscataqua Stop-or-We /J Shoot Cry Halts Fugitive ,n 1 1 Two alert sailors were credited today with the swift recapture In the Piscataqua river of a Portsmouth naval disciplinary barracks escapee who made a bold bid for freedom 1n a stolen rowboat Saturday night. The two sailors-Englneman 2/c Henry R. Richards, USN, of Exeter and Boatswain 1/c Ralph V. Erickson, USN, of Oregon City, Ore.,selzed the unidentified prisoner as he rowed desperately toward Peirce's Island. The escapee had scaled a 12-foot iron fence. It was only a few minutes after the prison break alarm was sounded that Richards and Eriqksonboth stationed aboard the navy tug USS Tuscola-saw a man rowing across the river in a navy boat. Although not certain he was the e ca.pee, the sailors, who were unarmed, shouted: "Come back or we'll shoot!" Without hesitation, the prlsoner turned around and rowed to the dock where he was seized by Richards and Erickson and held until navy guards could be summoned. Capt. John Griggs, executive officer at the naval base, said the prisoner, who was serving "at least 10 years" and was "one of our tough ones," hid out 1n the recreation field Saturday afternoon. The navy "COME BACK OR WE'LL SHOOT"-And with that threat, although captain said the prisoner was one they were unarmed, Engineman 2/c Henry R. Richards, US , left, and of a large number of other pris- Boatswain 1/c Ralph V. Erickson, US , were able to capture an escaping oners who were allowed 1n the field. prisoner of the Portsmouth naval disciplinary barracks. (Portsmouth Herald Captain Griggs explained that the photo) prisoners were counted as they entered the recreation area but that "someone missed up on the count" as the group was returned to the prison. It was nob until all cells were checked several hours later that the prisoner's absence was detected. In 'the meantime, Captain Griggs theorized, the escapee remained hidden in the recreation area awaiting darkness. When his cell was found empty a general alarm was sounded over the naval base fire whistle and all personnel were ordered back to duty. Portsmouth and other police in this area were notified and all theaters and recreation areas announced that personnel were to return to duty. Richards and Erickson were below deck aboard the Tuscola when they heard the alarm. Thinking it was a fire they rushed to the deck and noticed the prisoner about 50 feet off shore. When the alarm was repeat~d they realized It was for a prison break and ordered• the es:apee, to return to the dock. Navy officials declined to idenUfy · the prisoner. ANCHORS AWEIGH-Portsmouth area boy scouts and sea scouts gather on the forecastle of the naval reserve's PCE 843 as the vessel embarked from the Portsmouth navy yard Saturday morning for a. day-long trip. The scouts were guests of the navy. (Portsmouth Herald photo) ______ ..._____.;_____==~--c-=--- �Portsmoutht Kitte Retire from Navy Men.~ ~~rd BU 11 et In •_ •I Wage I ncrease Seen For Naval 5, Shipyard A Portsmouth and a Kittery man! _ m outh \aval shipyard workers will be retired from the Portsmouth naval A new wage sch edule for Ports shipyard recently. establish ed Oct. l O. ittee of Ranger lodge, R!!glnald E. Goldsmith of PortsSo Henry Hodgdon, secretary of :he wage co:::d today by u. s. Sen. mouth, master machinist of the InInternational Association of Mach inists, was ass. side machine shop, retire~ after 46 St les Bridges. years of government service. Y :i William H. Hackney, machinlst In In a t elegram to Mr. Hodgdon, shop 51, electrical, began work at Senator Bridges named Under Seethe shipyard 37 years ago. retary of the Navy J ohn K ~nney as Mr. Goldsmith, 61, began work In · the official source of the m formaJune of 1902. He was made master Approv I f In d tion . of the shop in 1941. a o an crease wage Bridges' telegram In fu11 f o11ow s·• In recognition of his retirement, schedule at the Portsmouth na"Mr. --i:enney tella me 11e expects Mr. Goldsmith was tendered a testival shipyard, effective with the a n ew schedule of wages for the monlal by his associates a t the Oct. 11 pay period, was anPortsmouth area t o be promulgated Port smouth Country club. Approx!on or pefore Oct. 10." . mately 300 attended. nounced today by Capt. R. S, However, Mr. Hodgdon said His wife Is the former Marlon McDowell, USN, shipyard comhe bad not yet received any inLeach, also of Portsmouth. They mander. dicatlon of the new pa~ ra~es have two sons, ex-Mayor Kennard but expected a substanilal mE. Goldsmith of Portsmouth, now Capt. McDowell said he had crease. chief inspector of the New Hampbeen informed by telephone this Th e proposed n ew schedule is the , me motor ve~cle department, and afternoon that the secretary of result of a wage scale survey ma~e Lawrence L. Goldsmith, also of by local authorities. In the course Portsmouth. the navy had approved Increases The USS Volador-the newest and f th e investigation private conMr, Hackney also worked at for the laborer, helper and me~erns furnished information on hour- most modern addition to America's the Philadelphia yard and the chanlcal force only. ly pay rates so a "normal" for t h e submarine fleet-was comm issioned naval gun factory at Washlnr• area could be estab.lished. The new schedule is not uni ton, remaining in Washington After the survey was completed today amid traditional ceremony at form , it was pointed out, but it eight years. He returned to the !n the late summer, the data was the Portsmouth n aval base. Portsmouth yard in August, provides an a.verage boost of collected, analyzed an~ forwarded T h e $5,000,000 vessel, equipped . 1941. One year later be was 14.1 cents. per hour or 11.3 %, to Washington for action. with the latest war-developed lnno• \ commended by the navy devations was t uriaed over to Lt. \ • The increase does not apply partment for ma.king fmprov,ements which helped materially Comdr. Howard A. T h ompson, USN,\ to the classified force, Capt. Mc In expediting tlle war effort. . of Belmont, Mass., by Rear Adm. •Dowell said, Mr. Hackney is one of four memohn H. Brown, Jr., USN, naval base l bers of his f amily ·having a total of nd omma er. ks to the officers an d approximat ely 125 years of GovernIn his remar ment service. t:) ~ . :rew members of the craft, Admlra~ Mr. Hackney's father, the 1lte rown explained that the Volador William J. M. Hackney, had a total will be completed with al: the late of 28 years ser vice. ~onversions, snorkel, high subThe Portsmouth naval shipyard cations the navy rate varies fr om merged speed and th e most modern His brother, Clarence D. Hackney, appren tice supervisor at the lotoday reported the findings in its the mean, because In some cases electronic equipment. cal yard, will round out 32 years recent wage survey to the P orts- only a few, unrepresen tative samAdmiral Brown added that the · mouth a rea industrial concerns pies were found. next November, while another brosub which is expected to be comther, Sidney Hackney of Fremont, which sh ared in the study. Other examples : pleted at the local base by Jan. R ecent raises granted at the shipN. H ., retired two years ago with Insbrument maker-One com- l, lS49, will be manned by many approximately 30 years of service. yard were based on the mean or pany and one employ sul'Veyed ; t>xper lenced officers and men, many a verage scale paid for similar work minim um, $1.75, maximum, $1.75; o! whom are veterans or th e Pacific Mr. and Mrs. Hackney re9ide on Pepperrell road, Kittery Point. They in civilian industries, according to n ew navy r ate, $1.60. area during w orld War II. Capt. R alph S. McDowell, USN, have two daughters, both married, J oiner- Three companies a nd 16 1 In accepting command of the shipyard commander. and a son. · employes surveyed; minimum, $1.325 ; vessel Lt. Comdr. Thompson told I His r eport to the cooperating maximum, $1.80; n ew shipyard . his m~re than 60 crew mem~rs a n d firms, shows the number of com- rate, $1.48. offic ers that they are acqumng the pan ies and emp)oyes surveyed, the Machine operator-14 com panies submarine at a time of international lowest base pay and the maximum and 230 employes surveyed; min- unr est when "the mission of peace rate paid in each classification stud- m um, $1.02; m aximum, $2.005; new is to t r ain for war." ied. shipyard r ate, $1.33. The Volador is the 118th sub~ Representative examples of the Machinist-23 firms and 371 em- marine built at the Po_rtsmout t subtypes of work surveyed include : Ployes surveyed·' m in imum ' $1 ·30 '· naval base and· ls tht e firSi three Helper, general-43 compan ies and maximum, $2.216; new shipyard marine commissioned h ere n vears. It is named after a species 422 employes surveyed; minimum rate, $1.54. r ate, $.90; maximum rate, $1.525 ; Painter-Three compan!e.s and 21 ~f sailfish. LieuLenant command er Tho~pnew shipyard rate, $1.15. employes surveyed; mini mum r ate, Laborer-51 firms and 1,000 em- $1.287; maximum, $1.634; new sh) P- con httsband of the former Paulme Pa;ks of P ortsmouth, is well-known ployes s urv eyed ; mrmmum, $.75; yard r ate, $1.45. m aximum, $1.279; new shipyard Pipefitter- 12 companies and 29 in this area having served several tours of duty at the naval base rate, $1.06. em ployes surveyed; mi n im um, during his naval career. He formerly Carpenter-lo firms and 51 em- $1.35; m aximum rate, $1.70 ; new ployes surveyed; m1m mum rnte, .shipyard r a te, $1.54. was In command of the USS ~ea Fox a Portsmouth built submarme. $1.30 ; maximum, $1.64; new shipR igger- Two companies and 20 Mrs. Dudley w. Morton of Tuckayard rate, $1.45. employes surveyed ; m inimum rate, hoe, N. Y ., who sponsored the Vala- . F ireman-21 firms and 146 em- $1.33 ; m aximum rate, $1.713; new pioyes surveyed; minimum rate, shipyard rate, $1.48. dor when she was launched la s ~ \ $1.05; maximum, $1.563; new shipToolmaker-Five firms and 38 was among those pr esent at the yard rate, $1.30, employes surveyed; minimum, ceremony. Mrs. Morton is the widow F oundry chipper- four firms an d $1.52; m aximum rate, $2.06; n ew of the late Comdr. Dudley W. Mor-• 24 employes surveyed; minimum, shipyard rate, $1.66. ton, USN, who was commanding $1.10; maximum, $1.20; new shipWelder, combinatlon--Seven com officer of the submarine us;:; Wahoo pan ies and 16 employes surveyed; yard rate, $1.27. when she was reported overdue and Capt. McDowell explained in his minimum r a te, $1.25; maximum, presumed lost in December, 1943. report that in certain job classif!- $1.574; new shipyard rate, $1.48. pAy BOOST GRANTED AT NAVY YARD Sub Volador Commissioned at Naval Base Today • ·B • Shipyard DISC 1oses as1s For Recent Pay Boosts I ~ - --- - - ---- - �New Wage Schedule At Naval Shipyard Benefits ' itt e Fellow' r- Average Boost Of 11.3% Takes Examples of how the yard wage scale is affected are shown in the following jobs, depending, of course, on how they are graded. Effect Oct. 11 Laborer, from $.98 to $1.06; boilermaker from $1.38 to $1.54; carpenter, fr~m $1.30 to $1.45; electrician, from $1.38 to $1.57; painter, from $1.27 to $1.45, and plumber, from $1.38 to $1.54. , The "little fellow" got a break in wages at the Portsmouth naval shipyard yesterday when it was announced that the navy has allowed an average pay increase of 11.3% for all workers in the laborers, h elpers and mechanical service force. For it is the "little fellow" who definitely benefits from the new wage schedule, according to Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, who wasted no time in spreading the good news among shipyard employes yesterday after he had been informed of the increases by the Navy department. Tl1e new schedule varies with the different jobs and their grades, but Captain McDowell said it runs along a general level of 14.1 cents an hour. However, the increases range from a cents an hour for laborers to 24 cents for pattern makers. First class divers, who have been getting $2.64 an hour, were boosted 20 cents to $2 .84. Captain McDowell - said the raises would be put into effect as soon as "administratively possible," which means the Oct. 11 pay period, Cla-ssified and clerical personnel at the yard are not included in the new schedule. The wa(!:e schedule was announc~d tc employes of the yard at a special meeting of the central joint shop committee in the base theater shortly after Captain McDowell received word of it yesterday. The increases are based on a wage survey which was underta~en after considerable agitation agamst what was called discrimination between wage scales at the Portsmouth establishment and other shipyards. The survey ,~as conducted by a special board which based its study on an area bounded by Saco, Me., Farmington and Manchester, N. H., and Lowell and Gloucester, Mass. Vet Hiring Probe At Navy Yard b 4 Enters Last Lap A Senate investigation of purportedly unfair hiring practices• at the Portsmouth naval shipyard has been completed and the results of the probe probably will be made public next month. Capt. ~TJ1omas G.- Reamey, USN, This was announced today by production officer, was chairman of U. s. Sen. Styles Bridges o:f. New the Portsmouth area. survey group. Hampshire who instigated the conH e led a team of civilian experts gressional investigation at the reand other naval officers in a first~ quest of the Portsmouth Naval Shiphand inspection of private industry yard War Veterans association. to determine a \"fair" wage level. The war veterans had comIt took four weeks to complete plained ,of violations of the the study. The committee's findings veteran's preference act and of were forwarded to Wa-shington where alleged irregularities in handlthe Navy department translated ing of seniority under the Civll them into the wage adjustment. Service system. 'I1he association also ~barged that a special list of "non-veterans" had been used by naval shipyard officials in hiring. The charges were denied by Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, shipyard commander, who maintained that navy yai·d officials abided by Civil The Portsmouth naval shipyard Service regulations and gave all bas received authorization for con- war veterans top tfriority. struction of a new submarine. The complaints of the war vetThe new vessel, the USS Gudgeon, erans were laid before the recent a fast fleet type ":morkel" submaripecial session of Congress by Senine, is scheduled for completing late ator Bridges and were referred to in 1951 or early 1952. the Senate Armed Forces commitThe USS Tang and the USS Watee which undertook a study of the hoo both of which are named for situation. ships lost during World War II, Wesley Powell of Portsmouth, adnow are being built at the yard. Naval shipyard authorities said ministrative assistant to Senator Bridges, today S!ltid two investigathe assignment of the Gudgeon here tors have just c6mpleted a 10-day would make no immediate differ- probe. ence in the employment level at the The two Congressional officials yard. c ·.,nstruot!on will not be startobtained statements and affidavits ed for at least a year. from both employes and officers at the shipyard and left for Wa.sbington to wind up the investigation. The report of the committee invest.igators is expected to be laid before the committee sometime next month, Powell said. The Armed Forces committee is , beaded by Sen. Chan Gurney (Rs. D.) now overseas on other committee business. Shipyard to Buil New Submarine Mayor Proclaims Navy Day Here2l Por!;smouth-bUilder of many, of the nation's submarines-made observance of Navy day by the ci-ty official today through a proclamation issued by Mayor Cecil M. Neal. The mayor said, "It is the custom on one day of each year for our citizens to join hands across the nation to render grateful llribute to our mighty navy, and give well deserved recognition to the achievements of the men and women who compose its ranks." Mayor Neal set Wednesday as the day for official celebration and 1asked that all citizens display the !lag throughout the day. I USS VOLADOR COMMISSIONED-Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., USN, Portsmouth naval base commander presents to Lt. Comdr. Howard A. 'l'hompson, USN, commanding officer of the new sub USS Volador, a photograph of the late Comdr. Dudley W. Morton, USN, who was lost when the submarine USS Wahoo sank in December, 1943, The photo was the gift of Mrs. Morton, sponsor of the Volador, which was commissioned at the local naval base yesterday. In the rear, left to right are Lt. C. Vernon Northrop, USN, chaplain; Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, naval shipyard commander; Capt. John B. Griggs, USN, chief of staff; and Lt. Comdr. Edwin T. Osler, USN, aide to Rear Admiral Brown. ( Portsmouth Herald photo) t), 2,. b'{ �i .t \0 New Safety Head Starts Naval011 Shipyard Duties Rufus G. Jasper of Washington, D. c., has taken over his duties as , safety superintendent at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. He replaces William B. Murphy, who has been transferred to WashI lngton and assigned as Industrial safety engineer in the bureau of ordinance. ntr. Jasper bas been on duty as a safety engineer attached to the naYy secretary's office. He was born April 21, 1907, at Minot, Me. He attended Hebron academy and was graduated from the University of Maine In 1930. After woJ·king for the New England Telephone and Telegraph company for a period, be returned to the university and received his master's degree In 1935. Mr. Jasper served with the Maine highway commission for three years as traffic engineer and 1938 went to work for the National Safety council In Chicago. He went to the navy department after five years service with NSC and was assigned to the Washington office. The new safety engineer Is married and the father of two children. Mrs. Jasper Is the fonner Miss Viola Winslow of Auburn, Me. The family is living on River r~~d~llot. Durham Officer Heads Training ctG For Reserves A Durham man bas been appointed assistant lnspector-instruotor and officer In charge of the u. s. navalmarine corps reserve training center In Boston. RUFUS G. JASPER Shipyard Boosts Water Supply n,"'\ For Fire Needs The Portsmou:.h naval shipyard bas Increased the potential water supply for fire protection at the naval base, it was announced today. Twelve hundred feet of 12-lnch water main feeding the 1,000,000gallon tank, 800 feet of 16-lnch and 150 feet of eig'ht--lnch mains h ave been laid to augment the present water supply at the base. Naval officials said ' the project was piade possible by the Kittery water district Increasing Its supply to the shipyard through the addi· tlon of 1¼ miles of 16-lnch water main feeding directly to the base. The work was done by the John Ia!olla Construction company of Portsmou,t h -under contract with the navy department. I I He Is Comdr. Irving E. Davis, USNR, a veteran of more than 27 years naval service. Commander Davis served during World War I and was discharged In 1922 as a chief warrant officer. t Commissioned a lieutenant junior grade In 1932, be was recalled to active duty In 1940 as lieutenant and served aboard the carrier USS Lexington during •t he early part of the war. After duty aboard the USS San Juan and the USS San Francisco, he became commanding officer of the destroyer escort USS Forester and later the USS Brennan. In 1945 1 he was named division commander of escort division 48. Commander Davis holds the World War I Victory medal with star, the American Defense medal with star, Asla,tlc-Paciflc theater ribbon with four stars; European-AfricanMiddle East theater ribbon with star, navy Good Conduct medal, American theater ribbon, World War II Victory medal and the presidential unit citation. COMDR. ffiVING E. DA VIS iKeeper 1 of the Angels Local .Sailor andles Critical Carrie Jo Young Paul McCann's job is keeping tabs on angels. Sometimes the 18-year-old son of a Portsmouth police officer is so busy with his angels . he doesn't see the sun for three days at a time. Paul's angels come in several shapes and sizes. Some have inverted gull wings, others have short, stubby wings. Some are white. Others are black. Paul McCann's angels are n avy, carrier-based airplanesswift, stubby-winged Hellcats; long, growling Corsairs, and finally, trim Texans, used for training naval aviation cadets. Paul, son of Patrolman and Mrs. John w. Mccann, of 200 NewcasL!e avenue, ls a crev.,-man aboard the aircraft carrier, USS Wright, currently operating in the Gulf of Mexico from the hu,ge nanil air base at Pensacola, Fla. Though he's 'Jeen in the navy only 17 months-two more years to go In his first hitchand is rat.ed a .eaman, Paul is studying to be a radarman. On an aircraf;; carrier, where radar is a flier's best friend, Paul's job is one of the most Clitical. When squadrons of planes take off In a rush of ear-jarring noise from the carrier to intercept an imaglnery enemy, it falls on Paul to "track the angels." Actually, that's what the navy calls friendly planes"angels." As bearings and range fixes are taken on the --- - - -- speeding planes, and repoi·ts are sent to him, Paul charts the course of the fighter craft on a large board. At Intervals of every 30 seconds the Porcsmouth youth knows where his angels are in relation to the ship. By knowing where hi5 angels are, he can assist !n directing them by radio to the bogeys-or, enemy planes. Gradually, nule by mile, the angels ~cour the skies-<iirected to the enemy from Paul's chart. When the enemy is sighted, the angels cry "tally-ho" and take over from there. So Paul's job is a critical one. A whole battle may depend upon how accurately he keeps tabs on his angels. In this peacetime era so fraught with the threat of war, the navy is in a peculiar position. It is prtparing rapldly fo1 the worst, but the letdown that always follows a war bas hampered the recruiting program. As a result, the USS Wright now operates with a crew of about 650 enlisted men and 50 officers. In war time its complement would be exactly doubled. So, though Paul McCann's job is a peacetime one it's a busy one because of lack of manpower. That's why, sometimes during training maneuvers he doesn't .see the sun for three days at a time. He's too busy in a darkened radio-radar room tracking "angels." �Picket Post Goes to Local Sub The U Tigrone-a navy submarin e no,v being equipped with radar "eyes'' at the Portsmouth naval shipyard-will play an fniportant part in the nation•~ defenses, navy officials announred today. The Tigrone, built at the local shipyard during ·world War II, will be used to detect any hostile planes attempting a sneak approach across such remote pla ces as the Polar seas, Experted to be commissioned here 'ov. I, the Tlgrone was taken from the reserve fleet and converted into the first radar picket submarine at the local shipyard. It played a key role during the last war, Including the rescue ot 52 downed aviators from enemy waters and the bombardment of Japanese shore targets, avy officials In Washington uid the Tlgrone Is the first of ti\\\ two such pickets to be converted under the naval moclerniza.tion program. Local navy officials said they were uncertain whether the second vessel a lso will be renovated at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. It is believed that thr two will be prototy11es for others which will make up a whole chain of pickets for areas th at may need watching. The idea is that s ubmarine pickets can cruise into the far north through water lmpos ibie for surface craft and take station on a radar watch for strange aircraft. At the flr.;t "sight" of the approaching planes, the sub would radio its report and then submerge. It would resurface when the danger of being spotted had passed. During the last war ordinary picket.ships-destroyers and other small, high speed surface craft -suffered heavily from enemy attac:ts, bo!h air and underwater. It ls understood the conversion included fitting her out with the " chnorkel," a German-designed breathing device which enables a submarine to remain submerged for virtually unlimited periods. The Schnorkel's breathing tub-which features a small air intake unit at the surface-supplies oxygen for both crew and Diesel engines. The surface unit is too small to be detected by the average radar set or to be seen at any distance. The device, as the Germans proved by combat use, allows a submarine to sub.merge far from dangerous waters and steal close to an objective without beIng spotted. Deck guns are reported to have been removed from the Tigrone to allow room for Installation of extensive radar equipment, such as "bird cage'• and "bed spring" aerials, However, the Tigrone was not streamlined Into the high speed "Guppy" class with which the navy is experimenting. Her mission Involves long range and prolonged periods of submersion instea1c1 of speed. The Tigrone, of a class built ln 1941-42, is a 1,500-ton boat, 311 feet long. When operating on wartime patrols, she carried a crew of about 85 men and officers. She was fitted with ten 21-inch torpedo tubes. There was no mention of these tubes having been removed ln the reconversion. In her original form, she had a surface speed of about 20 knots, a submerged speed of about ll. The navy announcement did not say to which fleet the Tlgrone wilJ be assigned, However, the presumption ls that for a time at least she will operate under the Atlantic command. --~-=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=--=-~-=--~---=-~:=--=--=--=--=-~~~,=q-tf-=-=-=-=:;-*--======:~=========-===============-==:::-;=-, - 'Lack of Interest' Cancels ~ ?-\ Visit by Cruiser, Admiral Who's Got the Cruiser? City May Lose Visit By Uss . pOrtsm Out h - The city of Portsmouth may lose a visit from its namesake navy cruiser by default. The light cruiser, Portsmouth, originally scheduled to visit here Oct. 27 in observance of Navy day, may not come, because, a navy spokesman said today, the city Is planning "no official celebration." A report from the first naval district headquarters at Boston today said the cruiser probably will not be here because: (1) Its personnel will be too busy preparing for Atlantic fleet maneuvers, and <2) The city of Portsmouth is planning no city-sponsored celebration of Navy day. When these reports were relayed to publlc relations officials of the Portsmouth naval base, they drew a shocked reply that: "Certainly, the cruiser is com- The navy cruiser Portsmouth will not be here on Navy day-because ot "apparent lack of sufficient public interest." I I Ing here. We've received no reports otherwise." Sometime later - obviously after the portent of the in!ormatlon had sunk in - the local naval base spokesman volunteered another report, Insisting that the cruiser 1.s scheduled to be here Oct. 27, First naval district headti ed quarters at Boston con th nuth to maintain, however, at e ship "probably will not be 1n Portsmouth." N avy to Honor Dead At Local 0 § a se Chapel Memorial services in honor of a!J world war veterans who died and were buried at sea will be held Sunday at the Portsmouth naval base . chapel. ir------------:---Cathollc services will be held at , Arrangements have been made 9 am by Chaplain Eugene Kapa!with the Portsmouth naval base czynski, USN, whlle Ohaplal_n Clarthrough area churches for relatives ence V. Northrup, USN, will conand friends to send one flow~r as duct the Protestant services at 11 their remembrance in this service. o'clock. The flowers will be collected from Portsmouth families of navy each church by naval personnel and marine corps heroes who starting at 9 am Saturday and wm died at sea will participate in be transported to Boston where the traditional memorial flowthey will be turned over to a repreer ervlce to be held off Boston sentative of the rhaplaln corps. Sunday. After dockside ceremonies Sunday a destroyer, with Gold Star Mothers from the Boston area, will scatter the blossoms on the waters of Massachusetts bay. __ This was the word today from a)! Portsmouth naval base spokesman, who said that a First Naval district recommendation for cancellation of the vessel's sclleduled visit had been approved. I ! Also cancelled-for. the same rea on-is a speaking appearance by Rear Adm. Edward C. Ewen, US , former Portsmouth man and now chief of navy pubIle relations, who was slated to come here, had any public ceremonies been arranged for Navy / / I day. / Capt, John B. Griggs, Jr., USN, chief of staff at the Portsmouth , base, said the commandant's office had been informed several days ago of the recommendation for cancellation of the USS Portsmouth's visit, bu t at the time the orders had not been changed. I Local Societies Aid Ce·lebration °r;JJ At Naval Hospital Portsmouth organizations a r e rallying to aid patients at Portsmouth naval h oopital in their celebration of Navy day next Wednesday. Highlights of the program wm be the presentations to the hospital of Ia radio-phonograph by the Deering Navy Mothers of Portland, Me., and a television set by the New Hampshire state department, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. Mrs. Mabelle Johnson will represent the Portland club and John R. Pennington o! P ortsmouth will 1make the presentation for the Elks. The New Hamp.shire Federation of Women's clubs is sponsoring a. birthday party for veterans at the hospital, Mrs. Arthur Baum of Portsmouth, federation chainna.n of veterans worJ,;, and Mrs. Beverly Chase of Dover, gray lady, will be in charge. Music Is to be donated by the Portsmouth local of the American Feaeratlon of Musicians. Capt. G . A. Alden, commanding otcioer of the hospital, will present service bars to Mrs. Roland Hinkley of Portsmouth and Mrs. Wesley Austin of York, who have served a minimum of 500 hours this year in the out-patient department. Mrs. Charles Amhoff and Mrs. Rosalie Hatcti. of the Portsmouth Garden club are in charge of floral R.rrangements and decorations. The veterans of Foreign Wars auxllia.ry of Dover and the New Hampshire state department of the American Legion are arranging game parties for the patients. I �Open House Planned ltl Colonel For OVYo.,pay Here '\ F Frisbie Retires ~s~y~p-fro!-~.~.~~l;!o~p!t~ ~1~,1 rn The Portsmouth naval base will*be open to "'""'' between 9 •m a pm Oct. 7 in observance of I 2 nd 5 1 navy E,chday. component of the"'"" bMe ' plus the submarines present and th~ naval reser~e training center, will h,v, e,ten,,,e e,hiblts on dispt,y. Navy officials have expressed a hope that will take v;slt dvantage .J~ the thispub11·c opportunity O e ships and witness the activitie of the navy at Portsmouth. th The USS P ts or mouth will be at the naval base. The ""'' wit! mt,e off Footsmouth_H.,boc •bout 6'30 om Oct. 26. It w,n be open to vi,itocs from 9 to 11 am and from 1 to pm on the 27th. 4 Souvwtc pcog,am,, u,un, ,n the displays and a. map of the naval base showing the location of each display, will be distributed to visitors as they enter the base. _T_h• nml shlpy,nl will b,ve exh,b,ts, ,ponsoced by •~h shop, ,howmg the tools used, s,mples of the,.. P"" m,d, ,nd products m,nar.ctuced. . As vlsiims proceed through va,ious shops they wlli how e,ch shop r supp 1es its own material for the _construction or repa1·1· of a submarme. At Berth Four, the naval base tug USS_ Tus~ola, the only fire -fighting tug m th1s area, will giv;, a demonstratlon of its firefighting equioment at 10 am, 1 pm and 3 pm. · The naval hospital w!ll hold open I h~use throughout the day. Visitors will be escorted throuqh the hospital by guides. The marine barracks will hold open house a:t its headquarters building. Guides will be available to conduct tours of the post and b _ racks. ar There w!Jl be a formal guard mount ceremony on the post parade grounds at 11 am and a parade ceremony on the same site at 2•30 pm. . _The naval disciplinary barracks will ~ponsor a display in recreation bu!ldmg No. 173, showing how a general court martial prisoner lives samples of his handiwork durin~ confinement and the training and rehabi_litation program carried out for his welfare. _The_ disciplinary barracks band will give a concert hourly during the day. The submarine force present will have displays at variqus places around the naval base. In build! 1 No. 22, visitors will be permitt.ed make a . stimulated dive on the mechamcal _diving trainer which was us~d to tram crews of Portsmouthbmlt submarines. I = ~~ _______ w • Aartime N Conditions f avaI Pr·1so~ ., ' • df R I 0Uti 1ne or otary Conditions at the Portsmouth naval prison during World War II were described by Capt. Lloyd N. McGraw of the Portsmouth police department at yesterday's meeting of the Rotary club in the Rockingh,m hotel. Capt,in McG,aw, • Jo,mec m=b_"' of the m,ctne coops, w,s ,tat1oned at the local base during the war. Police eomm;,,ionec J. Ve,ne Wood was program chairman. President Samuel R. Blaisdell reported on the 193rd Rotary district's good will ship scheduled to sail soon for France with foodstuff and clothmg needy people of Lodent. V>s>Ung nowi,~ wm Ch.,les H. Lock• or novu ,nd John E Swanson of Newbo,yport M . Guest, wu, Focmec M,yo; ,.:~· 0 De<te<, ch•innan of the police m,M,one R . "• ,ymond F. Bl•ke, p,st president of the Exchange club a d c e 1 of Concord Loren Mit h 1 ' n udge Jeremy R. Waldron f J • Portsmouth and Bertram T J • n{ Hampton Falls. member~ oafnv;hmP. u ' were welcomed back after re-1 cl b cent illnesses. fo' com: the marine corps will come to a close Nov. 1 with the retirement of Col. Jull•n N. "'""'• USMC, wmm,ndlng office, of the dis<ipUna,y bm,cks <naval prison) at the Portsmouth naval base. M,dne crucps he,dqu"t"' in Washington disclosed yesterday that colonel Frisbie would retire with the The ,ank gray-haired of bdg,Oie, marine genmf.disclplinarian enlisted Heatwas 22 sein 1917 as a private. lected as an officer candidate and commissioned a. second lieutenant In 1918. He won fame as a regimental commander in World War II and WM ,w,,ded the Silve< st,c med•! too ,en,ice " e,Muti,e o"1ce< of th• 50,enth cegbnent, Ficst m,cine division, Guadalcanal. He alsconserved as chief of staff ot the tninlng b,tt,lion, neet marine force, in the San Diego area from April of 194'l to May, 1945. Colonel Frisbie rejoined the First division in June of 1946 on Okinawa aTJd later took command of the Fifth d>Vlsion in Chin,. At one Um• h, W" ,ssst,nt chief of ,t,!f ol the F"" dMsion ooly to cetmo to lbe Fifth ,t • 1,tec d•le. A n,Uve of Spdng!ield, m., Coloo•l "'""' ,nd his f•mllY in• tond to'""' 1n Montgomery, Ohio, ,:te, hIB cetrrement. ' COL. J. N. FRISBIE, USMC 1 'Radar Eye' Picket Subti..... Goes in Service Monday Equipped with radar "eyes" to de-\a few such picket vessels to be contect any hostile planes attempting verted under the navy's modernlza.a sneak approach across such re- tion program. The task of a submote places as the Polar seas, the marine picket is to cruise into the USS Tigrone will be commiSSioned far north througl1 waters impassiat Portsmouth naval base Monday ble for surface craft and take station afternoon as the most modem ad- on radar watch for strange aircraft. The A torpedo tube trainer will be exhibited in the same building. This also was used to train crews. The naval reserve training center, with all the equipment provided for training, the submarine USS Greenling and the USS PCE 843 will be. open for inspection. The two ships are berthed at Pier 7, adjacent to the training center. They are a part of the reserve's training group at the local base. . There will be a continuous showmg at the naval base theater of navy movies. The pictures to be shown will be "Byrd's Antartlc Expedition," "Operations crossroads" a nd "Seapower in the Pacific." ' The naval base chapel also will be open during the day. Tigrone, built at the ditlon to America's submarine fleet. Portsmouth naval shipyard durThe submarine-which played ing world War 11, bas been dea. }teY role in Pacific action dursignated as the only Arctic raing World War II-will be comdar picket boat and will operate missioned by Capt. Frank W, in the far North. Fenno, Jr., USN, commanding Deck guns reportedly were removofficer of the New London, ed from the Tlgrone at the local Conn., submarine base, and comshipyard to allow room for installa,11'.lander of the New London tion of extensive radar equipment. group of the Atlantic reserve commissioned at Portsmouth in fleet. Comdr, C. V. Gordon, 1944, the Tlgrone made two war USN, of Schenectady, N. Y., will patrols, the second of which earned assume command of the vessel the submarine combat award for at 2 pm. During the Okinawa campaign in her officers and crew. In five days, world war II, picket destroye1· losses 29 aviators were rescued, estabwere numerous as a result of Japan- lishing a new record for air-sea ese suicide planes. To reduce ·s uch rescue. The local naval base will be open losses, two or three submarines were tempQrarilY converted for picket to the public from 1:30 to 3 pm duty. The success of this type of ves- Monday and persons desiring to sel led to the design of a submarine attend the commissioning will be esespecially constructed for radar corted to the Building Basin where the ceremonies will be held. picket duty. The Tigrone is among the first of �Shipya rd Open Tomorro w *** *** *** D")).p on View for Public Everything. From Submarines to Spoons Portsmouth's Industrious naval shipyard and efficient submarine base*,-----:-:-:-:=====::::::====----------------facing, in peace, the task of preparing for war-will unveil securitycloaked facilities for public inspection tomorrow in observance of the 26th anniversary of Navy Day. The shipyard-mother of America's submarine fleet-will exhibit Its mPnufactw·ed products wWch range from gigantic imbmarine hulls to tiny galley utensils. The navy-victor In war and guardian in peace-will ease usual surety regulations and open Its sub-building shops and base components to give the public an Intimate view of Its functions., One of the largest displays of military equipment ever presented by the Portsmouth naval base attracted 4,000 to the giant lnsta.llatlon for an obEach integral part o! the huge ' . ThP. naval reserve training shipyard will sponsor extensive ex- center, with all the equipment servance of Navy day yesterday. hiblts displaying tools, equipment provided for training, the subThe submarine force had displays and samples of manufactured prodmarine USS Greenling and the ucts. Various training facilities and USS PCE 843 will be open for throughout the ba-se and In Buildnavy craft, including the most modinspection. The two ships are ing 22 visitors made simulated dives . ern under-water vessels w!ll be availberthed at Pier 7, adjacent t o on a mechanical device used to train 11 1 able for public Inspection. the training center. subs crews during the war. A torpedo tube trainer was shown In the assembly hall o! the trainAs visitors tour the shiph th Ing center will be a display of and simulated torpedoes were fired. d' 14 b yar s usy s ops, ey ~-"'---'--'-"'-'....... Last night the Quartermen's wlll see how each shop supplies ' and Leadingmen's association It own material for the conrescue equipment and tools used held its annual banquet at truction and repair of th e to re;:ialr vessels damaged a.t sea. Warren's Lobster h ouse. Capt. Twenty Portsmouth naval shipworld's mightiest submarines. The display also· wiU include a John J·. Scheibeler, USN, shipyard workers received a totaJ of In Shop 17, located In Building Momse11 lung, used in escaping from yard planning officer, was $380 yesterday for ~uggestiorui to 75, for example, the visitor may ob- sunken submarines. principal speaker. ln,crease efficiency at the shipyard. tain a vivid picture of how sheet At the naval base theater, there Members of the Deering Navy Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, metal products are manufactured will be a contlnuoUs showing of Mothers club of Portland presented sWpyard commander, a.warded $50 for the navy's use In vessels, equip- navy movies. The pictures to be the hospital with a radlo-phonoeach to Wl]Jiam E. Everson of Kitment, barracks and perhaps for a shown will be "Byrd's Antartic graph rombination. Mrs. James H. tery, lnstru~ent maker, Rodrique L. thousand other purposes. Expedition," "Silent Service," "Oper~ Dole, vice commander of the club, Lapointe oJ Ogunquit and Roland The 259 workers in Shop 17 can atlon Crossroads," and "Sea Power made the presentation. The gift L. Patry of Eliot, both electricians. make everything from a garbage in the Pacific." » was accepted by Capt. George A. Other a.wards were given to Eddispenser for a ship's galley to a The naval base chapel also will I Alden, USN, hospital commanding ward J. Pomerleau, shop planner theater seat for the naval base audl- be open during the day. officer. machlnlst, William M. Mitchell, Jr., torlum. Other products Include . . . Captain Alden also presented a driller, George F. Kane, shop planth sinks, toilet facilities, electrical en- [ Visitors will be escorted rough nurses' aide service bar to Mrs. Wes- ner machinist, William J. Ellis, closures, kettles and refrigeration th ~ Portsmou th ~a.val hos?ltal by I ,ev Austin of York Village for com- pipefltter, and James A. Shaw and units. The shop can provide any gwdes. The hospital ~s equipped to . pletion of more than 4,000 hours Lawrence A. Murphy, both mach insheetmetal work needed in the con- ha nd le about 4oo patients. ! of service at the hospital since 1943. ists; all of Portsmouth. struction of a submarine. The marine barracks wlll hold , Mrs. Austin has served 660 hours In Also Wan-en C. Galle, architect, Still another example of the open house at its headqµarters the out-patient department in the Archie F. Knapp, Jr., engineering shipyard's efficiency Is the electri- 1 building, Escorts will be available past year. draftsman, and Robert W. Teifert cal manufacturing shop in Building to conduct tours of the post and • The New Hampshire Federatlonand Eldric W. Tacy, both machin79. This shop, which spans three barracks. of won1en"s Clubs sponsored a birth- ists, all of Kittery; Leo M. Bosse of floors and employs about 276 men, There wlll be a formal guard day part,y tor patients. Music was Dover, mechanical engineer, Helena can produce any electrical fixture donated by the American Federamount ceremony on the post E. Littlefield of York Village, card the navy orders. In fact it Is the ilon of Musicians from their reparade grounds at 11 am and a punch operat or, Vincent D. Adjut only such electrical . manufac urmg cording and transcription fund. shop in the world. Its products Inparade ceremony on th e same Mr Arthur E. Baum of the tant of York Beach, quarterman elude everything from tiny wall site at Z: 30 pm. Portsmouth Women's City cbJb &nd electrician, Thomas H. Webb o! fixtures to beacon lights. The naval disciplinary barracks Mrs. Beverly Chase of the Dover New Castle, clerk, Lewis B. Payzant The most spacious unit of the will sponsor a display In Recreation chapter, American Red Cross, were o! Saco, leadingman machinist, shipyard is the shipfitting shop Building 173, showing how a gen- I in charge. FloraJ decorations were Frank E. Hlll of North Andover where entire submarine seceral court martial prisoner lives, by the Portsmouth Garden club Mass., machinist, and Clifton tions weighing up t o 50 tons are samples of his handiwork during under the direction of Mrs. Charles Rogers of Bradford, Mass., sheetassembled or repaired. I n addiconfinement and the training and H. Amhoff, president, and Mrs. Ro- metal worker. tion, the 750 workers supply rehabilitation program carried out salie Hatch. various electric welding. gas for his welfare. burning and loft work services The disclpllniary barracks band Captain Schelbeler in WS adto allh~ther :hops a nd trades at will give a concert hourly during dress last night issued an apI the day the s 1pyar . peal for a balanced navy declarSouvenir programs, listing all the i • ing the submarine is only a part displays and a map of the naval \ Diving e~ibitions will be given of our naval fighting force. base showing the location of each , at 9, 10 ana 11 am and at 1, 2 and He contradicted the popular conexhibit, will be distributed to visit- 3 pm at Drydock 1 located between ception that the schnorkel submaors as they enter the base tomorrow. Berths 11 and 1. rine was patterned after the GerThe naval base tug-USS Tuscola - - - -- - man sub declaring that the United -the only fire-figl:lting tug in this states developed Its own underwaarea, will give a demonstration of ter "breathing" device for subits equipment at 10 am, 1 pm and 3 marines without any aid from studpm at Berth 4. ies of captured German vessels. i Other speakers were Capt R J h All submarine crew members Association President John H. / S. McDowell, USN, comma~d: ~f ;,resent will have displays at various Hartnett wa-s toastmaster. the shipyard; Capt. Thomas G. places around the naval base. In Building 22, visitors will see a stimuReamy, USN, production officer; lated dive on the mechanical diving Capt. John B. Griggs, Jr., USN, apparatus which ls used to train chief of staff; MichaeJ A. Barrett, submarine crews. A torpedo tube, Portsmouth, president of the NaaJSd used to train crews, will be tional Mechanics associat,lon; Allan rxhlbited in the same building. R. Lowd, Guilford, past president of the association; and Reginald Goldsmith, Portsmouth, retired master of the inside machine shop. 4,000 Visitors See Navy t,~~Yard Display ~-------- *-- -- -- ------ .·Yard Workers I Get Cash Awards For Suggestions -=--------~ I I J'. �LT, COMDR. CLIFTO PAUL "t1 ,'{ Portsmouth Man Gets Navy Post , and shipya rd • y da:r exh ibits* · ' shop. \\here mo~t of the heavy imarme USS Toro. Chief Tori uri?1g World War II, sho}Vs llfe. Looking on ls Chief lispla ' Standin g from left an, tian E. Neb un , lo g / A Portsmouth native, Lt. Comdr. Clifton G. Hall, USNR, of Washington, D. C., has been appointed assistant Inspector-instructor of the U. S. naval reserve training center at Pittsfield, Mass. The appointment, effective Immediately, was announced today at First naval district headquarters. Commander Hall, son of Mrs. J essie M. Hall of 39 Richards avenue, Portsmouth, was graduated from Portsmouth high school in 1926 and from the United States Naval academy in 1930. He resigned his commission in the regular n avy in 1931 to enter the University of Maryland for postJraduate work and later studied 1.ccounting at Benjamin Franklin \lniver lty. Commissioned a lieutenant in the oaval reserve in February, 1942, he was assigned as an instructor in the officer indoctrination schools in New York and at Dartmouth college, Hanover. In September, 1945, he was assistant gunnery officer on the cruiser .USS Amsterdam when that ship participated in the final action preceding the surrender of Japan and later served in a civilian capacity with the American military government in Germany for two years. 5,922 Employed'\\'} I At Naval Shipyard 1 Navy Releases 121 Prisoners One hundred and twemy-one men, former prisoners in the United States naval disciplinary barracks here, either have been released or restored to full duty in the navy to spend Christmas at home, naval l authorities said today. . They are amohg the 486 naval disciplinary prisoners releasfd from various barracks throughout the ,counLry. Naval shipyard employment is practically at its ceiling figure, according to the fiscal department. There were 5,922 persons employed at the shipyard on Nov 30 as compared with 5,648 on Aug. 31 of this year. New workers during the quarter totaled 410. �73 ~olador Takes :o 3 , Farst Test Dives I ;11e USS Volador, one cas newest submarines cently was constructed at 7outh naval shipyard, f rst underwater tests and today. · of Ameriwhich rethe Ports-/ made Its yesterday The submarine, launched May 1 and commissioned Oct 1 . mandect b . , is comY Lt. Coindr. Howard A Thompson, USN. · I ,;4t. -~~ READY FOR ARCTIC-The USS Tigrone, America's late~t submarine* 1 picket vessel is shown above during commissioning cere~omes at Por_tsmouth naval base. Her officers and crew are shown standmg at attention on deck. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Y\_'1-- 'Picket' Submarine 't\ .. ').. Commissioned Here The USS Tigrone-first Ameri- tady, N. Y., new commanding offican submarine to be converted for cer of the Tigrone, reminded his radar picket duty in Arctic waters officers and men that the navy is -was commissioned yesterday at taking another step forward in its modernization program. Portsmouth naval base. He also charged his men with The vessel was commissioned by the responsibility of operating Capt. Frank w. Fenno, USN, comthe submarine faithfully in ormandi'lg officer of the New Londer that ''we can continue to don, conn., submarine base. Capmaintain the leadership which taine Fenno is a resident of Westour navy has enjoyed." minster, Mass., who made an outThe ship, which will join Substanding record tlul"ing World War marine Squadron 8 carries a. comII aboard Portsmouth-built_ sub- plement of seven officers and a. ma-l"ines. cri:w of 3:i m . Ca.pt. Cbules O. Captain Fenno, a former resiTriebel, USN, commanding officer dent of this city, paid high triof the squadron, was among those bute to the lJersonnel of the pr~ent during the commissioning Portsmouth naval shipyard for ceremonies. the quality and workmanship of The Tigrone w!ll cruise into the its craft. He described the Tlgfar north through waters impassarone as a submarine of "top deble for surface craft and take stasign and construction." tion on rada r watch for strange airComdr. C. V. Gordon of Schenec- craft. \ . ' Navy Considers Form ing )1. Seabee Reserve Here ~ A Sea,bee reserve unit for the Portsmouth area. is under consldera.tion by the comma.octant, First Naval district. Portsmouth naval base officials said the contemplated orga.niza.tlon would consist of 40 men and !Ive of!leers, W'ho would receive drill pay for 12 periods a. year, or one ea.ch month. · Any former Seabee enlisted men or officers inteyested in more information about such a reserve group ma.y call the Naval Re8erve Training center, :portsrnouth nt1.va.l ba&e. Meariwhlle the Naval Reserve Training center at the Port.smouth naval base hM announced that information hu been received re- garding two-week training cruises in fleet ships available for naval reservists during the month of January, 1949. During the period of Jan. 9 to 22, billets are avaifable in the USS K?arsarge (CV33) and ships of destroyer division 141, departing ,from Newport for an, asyet, unnamed southern port. These two cruises are the only ones yet announced as being available for January. Applications will be accepted for these cruises at the Naval Reserve Tralnlm• center, Portsmouth n aval base, from any interested reservists daily except Saturdays from 8 am to 3:45 pm or on Mond~s from 9:30 pm to 9:30 pm. I Barbara Bragg To End Servic~t At Naval Shipyard The first woman to complete 30 years of service at the Portsmou\,h naval shlllyard will be retired this week. Miss Barbara K. Bragg of 263 Rockland street, Portsmouth, head messenger at the shipyard since May, 1922, will conclude her duties Friday. A native of Medford, Mass., Miss Bragg was born July 7, 1886, and attended schools in Lisbon, Tilton seminary and Oentenary Collegiate institute at Hackettstown, N. J. She began her 30-year term of service at the shipyard in October, 1918, when only boy messengers came under her supervision. But World War II brought an end to that and only girls filled the jobs. An ardent supporter of the war bond program, Miss Bragg frequently bought war stamps with her pay check and sold the stamps at her desk in building 86. �Snorkel-Fitted Y1·~Subs Rated Top Warriors Two hundred snorkel-equipped submarine5-the type de• veloped and now being built at the Portsmouth naval shipyard -could wipe a country's merchant marine forces from the seas or halt an invasion. Their efficiency was rated at that standard yesterday by Rear Admiral James Fife, USN, commentlng.,n the navy's highgeared maneuvers in the North Atlantic including an "invasion" of Newfoundland. The invasion of Argentia, Nfld., was delayed by only eight submarines of the snorkel type, Admiral Fife told the Associated Press in Boston today. Climaxing what the navy described as the most extensive North Atlantic maneuvers, the invasion included" a beachstorming by the Second marine brigade, under orders to capture Argentia and its heavily defend• ed air base. Wearing special Arctic equipment, they swam a,.;hore on northern beaches. At the eame time, the "Gup• pies" were credited with "sink• Ing" or "crippling" an undls• closed number of the invading force. Vice Admiral D. B. Duncan, comanding the maneuvers, said the snorkels would have sunk or eeriously defeated our tMk forces in actual combat. "They have far greater speed under water than old types and the new breather tube makes it possible for them to remain submerged indefinitely," he said. The eubmarines fitted with the "breather'' are built at three places in the United StatesPortsmouth, Philadelphia naval shipyard and at a West Coast port. f'\n unofficial estimate of the locally-built subs that participated in the giant maneuvers was "about 50-50." A shipyard spokesman said figures on how many submarines the local base bas equipped with the device were not immediately available, but that the information probably would be regarded aa "cl&Mifled" or confidential. Former Skipper of Sailfish Dies . in f N. Y. Hospital Rear Adm. Richard George Voge,* USN, Ret., 44, former commander of the famed Portsmouth-J:milt submarine USS Sailfish, died yesterday at a Port Ohester, N. Y., hospital. A native of Chicago, Voge was graduated from the U. S. Naval academy in 1925 and commanded several submarines in the Pacific during World war II. After the Pearl Harbor attack, Voge was stationed as a lieutenant cornniander at Cavite naval base near Manila in the Philippines, commanding the submarine USS Sea Lion in operations against Japanese ~hipping. The Sea Lion la. t er was destroyed to prevent it from falling into Japanese hands. Voge escaped and assumed command of the submarine Sailfish, the former USS Squalus which was r aised after sinking in diving operations off Portsmouth, May 23, 1939, with a loss of 26 lives. He received the Navy Cross from Adm. Chester W. Nimitz, Pacific fleet commander, after being credited with torpedoing a Japanese aircraft carrier in Macassar straits in March, 1942. Later Voge was awarded the Distinguished Service medal. He was retired from activ~ service in January, 1946. 142 Families face · by Navy 1rlr. Eviction 1n A~~~~~~!! ,~!~,!~ng~Nk-1 layoffs,· New Hirings Faced at Shipyard In Work Load Shift ll ~f:\ Total Number Of Workers Not Due to .Change . over. The changes, he said, are scheduled to begin 1n February and continue through April. Workers engaged in what he described as "finishing off" tral!essurh as piping and copper, electri"Several hundred" Po;tsmout>h• cians, riggers and outside machinist& - -are among those facing possible naval shipyard employes afe sched"But we don't know how many uled for layoff within the next few · layoff, he said. Tne replacements will be hired in men are going to be laid off" he weeks-but as many more workers what he called the "basic" tradesinSisted. "That is being studied now of different trades are to be hired calkers. shipfitters and welders. a nd will be announced as soon as to replace them. th e study 1s completed." "The whole thing came to a head Ca.pt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, when we lost the overhaul work on ,. He dlsclflimed any knowledge or shipyard commandant, made this where th e layoff figures being disclosure today in countering re- • f01?r :reserve fleet submarines," Captain McDowell explained. rumored around Portsmouth" orlgports that the local establishment "This work would have been done lnated. faces a straight reduction in force. by those men who are to leave the "But I do know that they did not Instead, he said, the move rep-:-eshipyar-1," he added. come from official sources," he emsents only a "personnel shift" de• • • phasized. signed to meet changing labor CAP'l'AJN MCDOWELL resorted Total employment figures for the needs which will be brought a.bout to basebalJ parlance to describe the shipya rd at the end of last week by adjustment., in the shipyard's situation ~s "simply a case of hav- w~re 5,934 , and Captain McDowell work load. Ing too many outfielders and too said he did not believe the revisions few Infielders, so I have to make a in th e specified trades would affect MORE SPECIFICALLY, he tX• th e working force total trade." plained, the overhaul of four subHowever, the shipyard command.. "This Is the first readjustment of marines previously scheduled here er pointed out that the prospectin krst~~nel I've been forced to make has been lost by the shipyard. 15 loss in the shipyard's work load la , ya rd '" be said. "In fact Captain McDowell was unable to offset by the authorizatio to pro- we re the only one of 11 shipyard; say how many workers would be ceed with the construction of three where th e employment rolls have affected in the personnel ahangenew submarines. been kept on a stable basis." • • • I 14 ers and 60 officers and men at the Portsmouth naval base, now r esiding in the navy's section of A<;Imiralty Village; face possible eviction if the men are transferred to another base or leave the navy's employ . This was announced today by Comdr. James F. Cuniff, USN, pub- I lie works officer at the naval shipyard, who is in charge .of the 202 housing units east of Philbrick avenue. He denied current reports that non-shipyard workers have received eviction notices. If a shipyard worker r esigns his position or is transferred to another naval base he will be asked to vacate his Admiralty Village house within 30 days, according to Commander cuniff. • • • THE SAME navy regulation af- fects the families . of navy officers or enlisted men at the village. If the men are transferred to another st.ation their families will be asked to move from the navy's section at the village within 30 days. Th~ regulation was adopted, the navy official pxplain~, to provide llousing facilities for those v,to re\ place tihe transferred officers a,nd men. commander cunruff ex,plained that the navy does n~t inte:oo to b~ing actual evi.cition proceedings agai.n6t the affected families if they experlence difficulty in obtaining housing elsewhere. "But we'll bring pressure .againSt \ them if they continue to disregard 'our notices that we want the housing units for the navy," Command. er cunnlfI wamed. ... I THE NAVY OFFICIAL also reported that civilians residing in the navy's ·section of the Village can be assured of housing facilities "until the navy needs the units." Merrow Inspects Naval Shipyard j) ~C\ U. s. Rep. Ohester E. Merrow yesterday made an inspection tour of the Port/mouth naval base and shbyard as the guest of Rear Adm. Jonn H . Brown, Jr. Offic,als at the base said the tour was routine. �:Shipyard GJ,ds for A-Bomb Attack 175 The Portsmouth naval shipyardPlans also are underway for the mother o! America's submarine fleet merllcal aspects of radiological deand one of the strongest cogs in fense. A senior medical officer, exthis country's defense gears-has taken an initial step to protect it- · pertly tra!ne<i in radioactivity treatment, is expecte<i to report soon at self in the event of disastrous atomic warfare. the Port.smouth naval hospital where a special dispensary will be esIt is the establishment of a ra1 tablished diological safety program. Although the plans are only in their infancy, 1 These are the principal objectives o! the radiological safety J)l"Ogram ·they serve as grim reminders of the which is being inaugurated in the . extreme danger which would exist 10 other naval shipyards throughout in this imbmarlne-buildlng comthe country: munity if a third world war should (1.) To prevent or mitigate perco:ne. sonnel injuries resulting from exDetails of the heretofore "secret" posure "to radiological hazards, program were told to The Porfsmouth through detection and avoidance. Herald today by Rear Adm. John H. ; (2.) To facilitate relief work and Brown, Jr., USN, base commander, I; restoration of essential services in and Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, the event of an atomic bomb attack, shipyard commander and director through the protection of personnel of the new program. whose civil defense duties might 1 require their entry into radiologiBoth officers emphasized that the purpose of the plan is not to a)arm cally hazairdous areas. (3.) To prevent or minimize conthe shipyard's 5,934 employes but to give them a knowledge of the fusion and panic, through the col1ec0,ion imd proper dissemination of potentials and ~-i mitations of iito C factual information concerning the warfare. existence, or non-exlstenc,, of ra~ Captain McDowell explained: diologic11,J hazards. I I I • • • to lead anyone to believe that the United states is about to enter ano th er 'war. But we must face the fact th at if another war should develop _t~e chief weapon wouJd be the atomic bomb. And if one should hit in th is Iarea where would we be? We muS t give our workers practical knowledge "WE'RE NOT TRYING o! atomic warfare. "If war should come," Captain • • • of the shipyard's personnel in the various phases of atomic warfare will include period•Jc lectures as soon as all 12 of the specially-trained officers and workers have completed their courses. . Eaoh man will be assigned to one of the shipyard's departments and I ' will be responsible for the instruction of all workers. The 12 trained men also will be available to instruct the general 1public in radiological hazards in the event that officials of Portsmouth, area communities adopt similar defense programs, Captain McDowell explained. Captain McDowell reported that training will be d1rected primarily toward the development of maximum individual proficiency in area survey and technical service operations. It will consist largely of instruction and practice in the te~hniques of detecting and measunng ionizing radiatlcms, plUg detai!ed discussion and analysts o! specific problems likely to be encountered in performing their duties after an atomic bomb attack. EDUCATIO ' !Memorial Service f Honors S-4 Crew Af Provincetown McDowell add~d, "we can't run and hide. We've got to build submarines, regardless of atomic bombs. That's A memorial service for 40 crewwhy our men here must be trained men of the Portsmouth-built subto work under such conditions." mnrine S-4. which sank off Cape Captain McDowell reported that C"rl 21 JPars ago this month was two top-rankin,g naval officers here !l.e:n yestnday by more tha~ 150 a,nd two key shipyard experts, wJiose rels.tives anct friends at the Church names are withheld by the navy, of St. Mary of the Harbor, Provin,·etown. already have completed an intensive six-week course in radiological The S-4 was In collision with the defense at a chemical corps school, ~onst gm,rct cutter Paulding while Army chemical center, Edgewood entering Provincetown harbor, Dec. Arsenal, Md. Three other civilian 17, 1927 and carrie<i its officers employes w:111 attend the school at and men, including several Portsvarious intervals early in 1949. mouth re~Jdents, to their deaths. Rescu~ units from the PortsIt also was announced that three mouth naval base played a key other shipywrd workers have comrole in salvaging the vessel which • • • pleted three-week courses in ohe was launched from the local shipTHE WORKERS, according to practical aspects of radiological deCaptain McDowell, will be told how yard Aug 27, 1919. fense at the same school. Tihe trainI'he S-4 had left the local base to a void_ designated radiological haees are required to have a college zards and bodily contamination only a few days before the tragedy. degree and a thorough background from radioactive materials. The In chemist.ry and physics, 1 lectures also will teach the men • • • Captain McDowell explain.ed ohat l · and women personal decontamina- becau.se a single atomic bomb dropADMIRAL BROWN said that tion should they ever have r eason ped on a large city could cause speafaJ radiological instruments to believe they have become con- l?0,000 casualties-40,000 of them now aire en route to the local shiptaminated by radioactivity. either instantly kllled or dead yard to be utilized in the training It also will be stressed t'ha.t the within a few weeks-preparing such program. In view of this, the !l(!workers must exercise every possi- a_ safe~y program Will require sperniral said, two additional shipyard ble precaution, in the event o! cial skills and IDOllt efficient operaworkers were sent to the San Franatomic ware!are, against internal tion. cisco naval shipyard recently for radiation hazards caused by the enCaptain McDowell said that the four weeks instruction in the care try of radioactive materials into the shipyard's program is aimed at and maintenance or such radiolobody through contaminated foods ra?i~logical safety because, "in my gical instruments as the Gelger anci liquids. opimon there's no defense against counter, which is used to detect and an actual atomic bomb explosion." measure ionizing radiations. He added that "I! a bomb explodes near the shipyard that's all there Is :o it-the only thing we can do ls attempt to combat the after effects, such as radioactivity." I - I - - - - - -~ - - - - - �N I n ).\ ava Base Gives Christmas Party ~ Approximately 40 . Portsmouth naval : children of were given a Ch . ase personnel n stmas p ·t terday afternoon at tl a1 Y yes1e recreation building at the b Albert Zabriski:se. . / visor in the sh· t' pei 0 nnel super- I ee CJmetal sh op, un· persona tecl Santa uted gifts to every cht~s ~nd distribducted to the t · e was conguard of h s age by a marine onor. Refreshments . committee heade:~ e ~erved by a Brown • Jr .• WI.fe of Y rs. John H. R ear .,. Adm Brown , base comma • · assisted by Mrs Th ndant. She was Mrs. K. C. Hu;d a~:a.sMG. Reamy,/ Alden. .. rs. George 1b Public ln-vited To Inspect Subl~ The newest u · .marine, the US ruted States subinspected by ..s tolador, Will be Thursday and tio d braid" next may look i·t e general puolic over at the p . naval sl1i;iyarct the foll _01 tsmouth / The navli! base owing clay, , that Rear Adm ' ]announced today t ira Frank A .B ed, USN. preside ralsinspection and nt of the board of department. wo~~v~ of the navy inspecting offic=· of the the ofl'iciaI "O e sub uan. 2 o. pen house"~, h the following d ours for civilians ay are 3 to 5 Shortly after th . Pm. Volactor, nor on! e mspeotions, the subma1'ine in tte n:west bu_t largest Portsmouth for . avy, will leave assignmen: With the / I I IMe;,o;, Prob;s -· ,I.:=:~:..~ - ·Shipyard Layoff;:• u I T -. ·~ - ·- - " . S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow is deeply concerned " over layoffs t the Ports_mouth naval shipyard an~ i~ investigating the situation he dJSclosed today in a wire to j. D Hartford, editor and publisher of The Portsmouth Herald. . Pledging his "assistance ln this unportant matter," Mr. Merrow sald he h~d contacted the navy's bure~u of sh ips for a report in the action Th_e lay_Q.ffs, actually shifts in job class1flcat1011s which are not ted t expeco mean an overall reduction in personnel at the yard were ann . "THANKS SANTA"-Saucer-eyed· with tl1rills, Ronald Cochran two- / ced last week. ' oun-1 ;car-old son of Lt. Comdr. Elvin J. Coclu·an , Jr., USN accepts a hu;e gift "I am awaiting a report from th rom Santa Claus at a Christmas party yest erd ay for 't11.e 400 children of bureau," Mr. Merrow wired, "and a! Ports~outh naval base personnel. Ronald 's four -y ear-old brother, l\1ichael soon as It ls received I Will forward a copy." ~~ohlmes up in the rear for a gifl. The marine sta nding in the rear is Cpl' 1 c ard Bennett, one of San ta's h elp~rs. (Portsmouth Herald photo) _ ___· JJ c'Zt - r Navy Yard Lists 'Su·~g~stion Winners -Big War.:}c:-..,,Games to Test Submarines A total of $820 will be distributed to employes of the Portsmouth naval shipyard this week for the beneficial suggestions they contributed in the navy's initiative reward program. WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 (AP) • • • said that "ships with modern eqrupNew tests of the navy's submarines HIGH NAVY officials were disAmong the recipients is Paul H. and anti-submarine weapons are plea:,ed with news reports from the ment are not only capable of standWinslow, electronics engineer, who 1 expected to develop in the biggest Argentia exercises which said . a ing up to the new submarines, but receives a top award of $150 for his East coast war games staged to date. large number of the surface ships actually have the edge on them" suggestions of an antenna relay to ' Maneuvering in, the Caribbean in ~he attacking force had been He asserted that in the Argentia e~be used on submarines equipped and western Atlantic area will be "sur.k" by the newly-redesigned erclses only one of eight ships with with the snorkel breathing tube. approxima,tely 100 wa.rships, rang- sdh:1orkel submarines operating the new ant.i-submarine devices was Others will be Sherman E. Hig- ing from carriers and a 45,000-ton a~ainst them. The schnorkel type "sunk" by the attacking submarines. gins, Walter M. Becker, James M. battleship to amphibious attack is Pquipped with a "breather" tube _The target of the attacking force _Mahoney, James W. Harvey, James landing vessels. Thirty-five thous- enabling it to remain submerged for Wlll be the island of Vieques Pue1-r.o W. Scott, Roger W. Staples. and men will man the ships, planes prolonged per,lods. Streamlining of Rico. Defending Vieques 'will be Charles W. Hussey, Arthu~ A. and the army and marine units in the submarines, combined with the aircraft and submarines and a hypoWeeks, Jr., Clepient V. Lovell, Dex- -t he operations leading to an as- , ability to operate their internal com- thetical garrison of troop.s. ter R. Spraker, Joseph H. Smith, sault on an "enemy" island at Puer- bustlon 1mgines whlle submerged, Norman F. Remick, Basil D. Rounds, to Rico. The six-week exercise will have given them an underwater sper.d far faster than poosessed by Jr., Frank W. Carr, Leona.rd A. Pat- open Feb. 14. • • • the submersibles o! World War II. ton. Nn.vy of!!cials explained that the DEFENSE ag-a inst the big and Rosaire Beaulac, Paul H. Wins- 1 f~st-moving striking force will be Argentia tests were weighted delow, Earle Sntlth, Frank Faulk- built around aircraft and sub- liberately in favor of the submarines, with only a small number ner, Kenneth R. Averill, Heney o. marines. Thus the Caribbean exer- 1 of ' tbe su~face ship~ equipped with cises, insofar as the underwater Wray, and Lleyellyn R. Shaw, warfare phase is concerned, will be new and secret anti-submarine dean extension of tests made during tecting and attacking devices. At similar maneuvers last fall in the that time they explained subseNorbh Atlantic and at Argentia, quent tests would be made with more of the surface ships equipped Newfoundland. for anti-submarine work. I G~ I I • • • ADM. LOUIS E. DENFIELD has I �- ~------------- 17 Congressional Help Sought by Council In !$~ipyard Lag HALF A CENTURY-Theodore C. Hay, right, receives a 50-year pin I from Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, commander of the Portsmouth naval shipI yard, as the veteran federal employe rounds out a half a century in federal service. Mr. Bay was guest of honor at a testimonial dinner lasl night. Richard K. Marr, toastmaster, is in the center. (Portsmouth Herald photo) ~Lack of Money 1 Theodore C. Hay Feted By Shipyard ColleaguE!s 1Wv\. \\ Theodore C. Hay of Miller avenue, Portsmouth, was honored at a testimonial dinner last night, at Stardust Inn, Kittery, In recognition of 50 years of fedei-al service. Mr. Hay, an employe of the Portsmouth naval shipyard 20 years, was presented a 50-year pin and a certificate signed by Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan. • :ta 'T.'he dmner was given by Local No. 4, Marine Draftmen's union. Mr. Hay this week started his 51st year in the employ of the navy departmen t. . Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., USN, commandant of the naval base, and Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, ':;SN, shipya1·d commander, were principal speakers. I Shipyard· Honors ' Theodore C. Hay At Dinner Tonight i ' Called Reason for Job losses The Portsmouth city council last night took gloomy cognizance of employment ''layoffs" at the Portsmouth nll.val shipyard and turned to the Maine and New Hampshire Congressional delegat ons :for a helping hand. It was voted to telegraph the senators and representatives from the two states asking their assistance in obtaining more work for the local shipyard. Mayor Cecil M. Neal reported that he had headed a council delegation which discussed the "decline in work at the navy yard" with Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, shipyard commandant. "It's very evident that the layoffs have resulted from not having enough money to carry out work 1 that was planned and that has been cancelled," the mayor said. I Theodore c. Hay of 33 Mlller avenue a Portsmouth naval shipyard em;loye for 20 years, will be hon• • • ored at a testimonial dinner tonight CAPTAIN MCDOWELL presented at Warren's stardust inn, Kittery. the pin and certificate to Mr. Hay ! Hay, a government worker 50 on behalf. of Secretary Sullivan. l years, will be feted by Local No. 4, ' Others on the speaking program i Marine Draftmen's union. He is were Robert J. Boyd of New Castle, head of the ,scientific and test secHE CONTINUED, "It behoove., former chief draftsman; Capt. John tion of the planning departmen.~ of us to help out the situation." J. Scheideler, USN, planning officer; the Shipyard. Before the council could act, howComdr. Robert L. Moore, Jr., USN, Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., ever, Councilman Mary C. Dondero design superintendent; Comdr. USN, naval base commander, and seized the opportunity to assail New Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, , Hampshire's Congressional delegaJames S. Bethea, USN, assistant design superintendent, and Comdr. shipyard commander, have been in- tion-and Sen. Styles Bridges in vited to attend. Hay will be pre- particular-for not being "on the Paul K. Taylor of the design desented a 50-year pin. ~CV<\ t, partment ; ball." It was Mr. Boyd to whom Mr, Mrs. Dondero asked if it ts true Hay reported, for work 50 years ago that work hais been cancelled. Mayor in South Boston. , 1Neal promptly replied he had been Union Preslden~ Perley N. Armi"given to understand that it has." tage, who gave the welcome, preQuickly, she asked if it wasn't sented Mr. Hay a pen and pencil true that the work had been · aent set and a book of greetings and elsewhere and contended that "i:f autographs. Richard K. Marr was I our congressmen were on flhe joj>'• it would not have happened. , toastmaster. Mr. Hay was 16 years old when he "When they take boats away :frcm this ye.rd, t.he appropriation goes accepted a position as "m'-1'or under ~ with it," declared Mrs. Do•dero. Instruction" for $1 a day at the Mr. Hay ha.s worked on alma.st At this point, Cmmclltne.n Thomas George Lawley and ~n shipyard ~t every type of navy ship commencH. Simes remarked, "I think New South Boston. Hamp.shire made its big m.i6ta..ke He iremained there until Decem- ing with the torpedo boat. Since vlhen it didn't go Democratic in the ber, 1901, when he went to the Fore 1921 he has specialized on the new recent election. The councilman River Engine and. Test company at superspeed submarines. W11Jiam Morris was chairman of says the work has gone to Boston Quincy, .Mass. in the office of the a,rrangements assisted bY Eric Eband Charleston, S. C., an·d both naval supei.intending constructor. those states are notoriously DemoIn 1928 he was transferred to the beson, Mr. Armitage and Grant Jensen. cratic. There's your answer." Portsmout."1 yard. . .. • • • MRS. DONDERO, a Democratic representative to the General Court, immediately bristled at Mr. Simes "explanation." "Our Senator Bridges from New Hampshire was chairman of the a,pproprlatlons committee when the Republicans were in power and did nothing for us," she declared. "It's not enough just to send telegrams. I didn't wait for this meeting to start working. I've been in t6uch wit!h the secretary of the navy and he is working with me on it but the layoffs are now going on." Councilman John J. Leary suggested that Councilman William J. Llnchey's motion to contact tbe congressmen include the secretary of the navy as well. That amendment was accepted without further discussion. Vete·ran Welder Retires at Yori f4Forrest G. Whittemore of Noble's island retired this mor,th as the oldest welder In the Portsmouth navy yard In years of service, after nearly 32 years of federal employment. A native of Pepperell, Mass., Mr. Whittemore was born June 6, 1888. On April 28, 1917, he was hired at the shipyard as a general helper. Mr. Whittemo1:e_ was among the first employes to engage in electric welding here. He became a member of the supervisory force in April, 1937. He was advanced from lead!ugman to quarterman April, 1943. Following World War II he reverted back in a reduction-of-force. Mr. Whittemore Is • a member of Alpha council, Royal Arcanums of ' Portsmouth, and a meinber of t11e 1 St. John's church . He Is a former member of the St. John's church Men's club. Mr. Whittemore and his wife are parents of a daughter, Mrs. Timothy J. Buc~ley of Portsmou th. Mrs. , ,vnittemore is the former Miss Anna Victoria Noble. �Volador Leaves Naval Shipyard ~\\ Legis.lators Begin Probe of Layoffs At Naval Shipyard ·soost Is Needed Navy Offers An estimated 300 persons in; pected the pride and joy of the navy's submarine force last week. The new, sleek USS Volador which pulled out of the Portsmouth naval shipyard yesterday, actually underwent two inspections. The first was madP, by Rear Admiral Frank A. Braisted, USN, president of the board of inspection and survey of the navy department, and the second by the public and yard workers. NEW CONSTRUCTION would :SCVV'. \\\- In Work loads, Bridges Asserts A thorough study of the la.yoffs and work load cutbacks at the Portsmouth naval shipyard by all the na.t!onal legislators of Maine and New Hampshire was moving ahead today under the leadership of Sen. Styles Bridges. \ In a message to The Portsmouth Herald, New Hampshire's senior senator said invitations to an investi• gation meeting Monday morning were extended to senators Margaret Chase Smith and1 Owen Brewster of Maine, Charles W. Tobey of New Hampshire, Representatives Norris Cotton and Chester E. Merrow of New Hampshire and Robel't E . Ha.le and Fra.nk Fellows of Maine. take up the gap fu othe:,r trades, however, he contended. At the same time. Mayor Cecl1 M", Neal reported that a telegram on behalf of the city asking an explanation of the layoffs and a con• gressional inquiry has been an• swered bY Repres':lntat!ve Merrow. "Your concern over prospective cutback in employment at the Portsmouth naval base is already subject of my personal inquiry," the mayor was informed. , The council authorized Mayor Neal to contact legislators from Maine and New Hampshire for assistance in the problem. I Navy Transfers Commander of Local Shipyard1 t..~ Little Hope· in shipya 'l - \ 'o ■ ns chamb•,er JO'f'ght CounC\ ,n I l0 Ha\' lavot'S 1 r *. ~~ ~-w t~ blg ,nd London, Conn. (Electric Boat company) · one small at the New York Ship_b~ilding company, Camden. N. J., and one large at Mare Island, c~;~y also told the group that employmenit at Portsrt1.outh 1s at 39% of the artime peak and 25% above that of most other east coast yards. Rear Admiral Paul B. Nlbecker, chief of Industrial relations, said the submarine construction program bas been delayed by lack of architects and draftsmen in the area, plus material shortages. • • • Portsmouth's leading busi~essmen Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, jumped into the battle to improve commander of the Portsmouth naval employment conditions at th e naval shipyard, has been ordered trans- shipyard here last night, but the Sena~or Bridges simultaneously ferred to the navy's bureau of navy simultaneously off ere~ l!~tle \ EM p Loy MEN T AT PORTShope that a change in 1:t1e situatwn MOUTH now totals 5,943 men, of announr.ea that Secy. of the NavY ships. which 240 are being laid off within John L. Sullivan has promised "af)The announcement from First na- was possible. propriate officials" of the navY val district headquarters said that Navy department officials met 21 few weeks. Those laid off are will attend the meeting with "full Captain McDowell will be relieved yesterday with Maine and N~W principally in the "finishing trades." information covering current -and Hampshire congressmen and repott- When construction begins the new of his command here by Capt. Ralph prr,spe,;t!ve employment at the E. Mcshane, USN, now serving with edly offered little encouragement for employme~rt will be largely in the increased unemployment here. Th~Y "starting trades." Nibecker said bnse." the bureau of ships. • • • promised a quick restudy of repair within a year employment should • Local s~yard officials said this THE INTENTION of the con• and reconversion work; th ough to see be up to 5,760. morning they expect Captain Mcgressmen from the neighboring if more can be assigned to th e local He explained that those laid off Shane to take over his new comstates, he reported, is to "lay before yard. are given furlough status for a year mand sometime next June. the navy department their urgent Last night, however, the Chan:iber a.nd are reemployed in the order of appeal for an increased work load of commerce unanimously dec1di~d lafing off. CAPTAIN McDOWELL, a native for the Portsmouth base." to throw its support to ~he :se~ All the navy representatives stresof Tennessee, was graduated from councll in an appeal for mere sed that the decreased employment Meanwhile, despite assurances the Naval academy in 1917. He , work loads at the •yard . to was not due to appropriation, cuts from otllclals of the yard that the served a previous tour of duty with It was simultaneously voted bu~ to higher wages and material overall employment picture will not the bureau of ships and formerly form a committee representing t!~ costs wages they said, have risen change Repl'e5entative Merrow said chamber to work "ha?d i~ ha~ l0 % ·which cut the number of he ha.s learned that last year's Iwas attached to the secretary of the navy's office in th~ operations div· with the shipyard officials m 'facmg laborers approximately 5 % in the maintenance appropriation for the ision He has been stationed in future problem:- • • coming fiscal year. yard Is inadequate. Portsmouth for nearly three years. Nibecker said, however, that His successor is a native of MaryIt wiil not "'support present emrrBE oNFERENCE in Washing- Portsmouth has the "highest r:i.Uo land and was graduated from the ployment level on repair work," he ton, attended by all senators and of employment in comparison wit,h Naval academy In 1920. A former qu.1ted naval department offll!lals representatives fi-om the two states materials officer with · the Pacific in Washington. except Rep. Frank Fellows tR-Me.), submarine fleet, he served as superasked the naval officers sent to the This differs from the ata~ment visor of shipbuilding in Camden, N. meeting by secy. of the Navy John O! Capt,, Ralph s. McDowell, USN, J,., during ·the war. · L Sullivan to request the secretary commanrler of the shlpyard, that Captain Mcshane was assigned to t ~ review the program with a view speaking, is well off and not being the tot11,l employme,;ifi there would the production department at the to getting more construction at the discriminated against." remain at "about th~ same level." In addition to Nlbecker, other , Portsmouth shipyard for a short peNliW England facility. navy officials at the meeting were I riod 20 ye~rs ago. The officers said nine new subIn discussing the employment marines have been authorized-the Rear Admirals Charles D. Wheel- , cutbacks-reportedly ~lving some three big ones for Portsmouth; • ock, deputy chief of the bureau d 250 basic tradesmen ptain Mc• ships; Grover C. Klein, assistant Dowell has maintain that the chief of the bureau of ships, and firings were caused by ncellatlon Capt. W. H. V1n Dreeke, deputy of repair work on !our "mothball chief of the office ,of indust rial fleet" submarines. relations. • • • \ I .;,ill ~;:E:~i:~~ii~:1:1 �-----------~---~· - - - --~ ---- ,Con S,res s men Seek More WOrlc. ·:At Porfsfflouth Naval ·shipyard; A request "for further review" of the reconversion and re• pair program at the Portsmouth naval shipyard-looking toward more work assignmentswere forwarded to Secretary of the Navy John L. Sullivan today by the Maine and New Hampshire Congressional delegation. Meeting In Washington with three officials from the navy's bureau of shlp3, the delegates learned that $<&5,000,000 in new submarine construction ls slated for the local shipyard in 19<&9. The bureau of ships reported that nine new submarines are to be built-six large fleet-type and three smaller boats-and of these Portsmouth ls to get ,l ~ \ '\ .was 25% higher than any other shipyard on the East coast. Admitting that 2-17 layoff three of the fleet-type class at $15,000,000. . However, the officials explained that a "shortage of draftsmen" at the local yarda situation "peculiar" to Portsmouth-has ·delayed the laying of the first keel, now scheduled for April. During ·a discussion of the local cutbacks in employment, the bureau of ships officials said they received the appropriation they asked for in 19<&8 but increased material costs and wage Increases at the shipyard cut the amount of money available for construction. They claimed that Portsmouth, with 29% of its peak employment rolls now at work, notices already had been sent out, the navy men said they could not guarantee that the. numbers laid off would not go higher, but optimistically add· ed that if new C<'nstructlon progresses fast enough, there will be 5,750 men employed p.t the end of 19<&9. Wesley Powell, administrative assistant to Sen. Styles Bridges, told The Portsmouth Herald today by telephone that the New Hampshire senator had urgec1 the officials to request that one of the smaller submarines be' assigned to a ..• naval shipyard for ·construction j rather than a private yard. Mr, Powell said that under · terms of the Vinson-Trammel act new construction ·must be divided ;'50-50" between govem-. 1 ment and private shipyards. ~ Besides the three boats to be . built In· Portsmouth, three ' large-type and one smaller are to be built at the Electric .Boat Co., Groton, . Conn.; one . small . boat at the New York ShJp• ' building Co., Camden, N. J.;· and jo one small sub · at Mare Island. : Calif. · Mr. Powell said that all mem.:.: : bers of the New Hampshire and Maine delegations attended to- , day's meetlnr with the navy of- ., ficlals. , ' , New Navy Yard Layoff~. Fund. S ToJq;follow ·Cut Off·1c·1als Unsure Of HOw Many Wi11 Lose JObs =,-· - In reference to the allocation re- , ports, the local navy lnstallatl'Jn I$530 • prazes • said "It . :v,-as stated that a study of In Ir _<;ost. ,~tUal.S on ·the funds allott~d to1· ::,. ~\ 1 the , forces "af!oat., ,show_s tJlat ex- A d d w --i:. pendltures have been at a hlgh~r ' war e · orKers rate during the first half of the flll. , . cal year than can be sustained dur- At Naval sh· d th I ~ 1py~r Ing e last half ~f t:e fiscal year.',' AN OPTIMISTIC NOTE was Portsmouth naval shipyard of!l- \ 11ounded with the disclosure that clals de:i.lt another sharp blow to the "new constTuctlon work ts expected employment outlook In this area to provide additional Jobs between this morning with the announce-, now and July." ment that they are p~annlng still "This work, however," it was further layoffs. thereupon explained, "will be In A shipyard spokesman said federal trades other than those effected in allocation, for overhaul work are the current furloughing program .. · being studied and t h a t th ey In di ca t e Every endeavor Is being made to thnt "further furloughing of per- 11peed u 1 d th P Pans an e procuresonnet will be required." ment of n ter ecessary ma lal.s show The shipyard source said om- that these additional new construeclals thnt were unable to estimate tlon workers may be ta.ken on at the how many workers would lose their 1 , earliest practicable date." Jobs. • • • The work situation at the yard - . mainstay of employment In PortsTHE ANNOUNCEMENT followed mouth with more than 5,500 workers by about three weeks the shlpyar1'11 -after July 1 will depend on Con- ' notification that 240 basic trades- gress, the . spokesman said. men were to be laid off because ot • • • "lack of work." FUNDS APPROPRIATED !or It then was polnted out that the fleet -maintalnance wl11 control the employment probably would make picture, it was explained. another climb with the hiring of Meanwhile, the investigation !nworkers In other trades. to the layoffs by the national leglsToday, however, It was explained lalors o! Maine and New Hampthat "the shipyard Is now con- .shire apparently has .bumped into fronted with a partial retrench- B blank wall. ment and adjustments or the furce Meeting recently In the office ,of as between trades .•• ," Sen. Styles Bridges, the various The shipyard further malntainea congressmen of the two states congressmen banded togeth:r to that "this situation Ls not peculiar op!mly pleaded with top-ranking 1 defeat any workload shift measure to Portsmouth." naval officials to recoil8ider the which might prove detrimental to work load cutback here. the allocations to the Electric Boat ; The navy offered little encour- company at Groton, chief competiagement, howeve!'. tor with the shipyard for subAt the same time, Connecticut's marine work. ,- ---- - - • •-- . ;1" ·~- OTHERS RECEIVING~- PRizEs ,were Edson E. McKay, , Kittery; Frank D. Card, Portsmouth; Harry H. Bullard, Kittery; Harold E. Niles, , Kittery; Edward F. Harrison, Jr., Amesbury, Mass., Emerson R. · ·J .' Follett, Dover. .. i , · c'. '. .. \ . . . ' , Harry F. Downing, Portsmouth; ,,..,'l'liliiy1"oi:kmen r afc. Ui°e'.' '.Ports~. Richard C. Staples, Portsmouth; · mou th ·-~aval shipyard'. this lnoriilhg Robert H. Todd, York; Raymond F. we.re presented a total · of $530 In Cole, Kittery Point; Harold A. . prizes for beneficial suggestions in Morse, Eliot; Francis H. Hett, Eliot; working procedures. Andrew H. Grant, Berwick. · Highest award ot $75 went to Eu, Harold s. Downing, Kittery; Rob- , fs~ne O. Hjuhols of Eliot, a machln- ert B. Boak, Portsmouth; William D. Sulllvan, Dover; Roger o. Dugas/ ' ' A P0sth umous award was presen- Portsmouth; George P. Holmstedt, ted to Mrs. John R. Goodwin of Kittery Point. The late Mr. Goodwin : Portsmouth; J.o hti Cooper, Saco; Pe·ter Phillippe, Portsmouth; George W,&3 collaborator with Tohn o. Lamb / J. Duhamel, York Village: Charles. .., of Dover arid Folsom Twombley of 1 F. Philbrook, Portsmouth. · ·· , Sanford In the design ot a cover and 1 Rufus Vf. Ferguson, Jr., · ._Kittery dam for soft patche hulls. s on submarine Point; Charles w. Hussey, Greenland; Basil D. Rounds, Kittery; . The awards were made by Capt, , John G. Gosselin, Jr., Cape NedRalph S. McDowell, USN, comman- ' dick, and Roland B. Fritz, Portsder of the shipyard mouth. · · �Shipyard 'Reductions'1 14Substo'Fight' Orcl·e'red by Su Iii-van ~ie~;a;~~~:;:~ •. · a1·g. Navy Cutback 1n 1 , NORFOLK, Va., Jan. 25 (AP)- I 1 , ,_7.2 Warsh1'ps~ Tag .\0.r'. -~-othballs_d; J • . ..- I E 30;000. Men ·Out He said the Fresno, the Dayton, I and Duluth already have been l i ordered to the reserve fleet. !n adctltlon to the major types, Sullivan reported plans to lay up •1 31 amphl~lous craft, five patrol I vessels, f<.ur destroyer mlnesweepers and 17 auxiliary anq I small amphlb\1)1.1S vessels. / NavY Rt'cy John L. Sull!van today <warned Cpngress that the navY will be forced to slash both its \ fighting !!trength and "employment levels at naval shipyards" to keep within the bOunds of President Truman's r95,; budget. rn a Jetter to the chairman or the Senat, and House armed servkes and appropriations committees, Sull1van said the navy plans tb start the reduction at once. ,,ASlloc1ated Press bulletins from Washington did not · lmme'dlately explain whether the reductions in force would be in addltlon to those alre~dy announced at the Portsmouth naval shipyard and other installations or whether they would be liew drastic notices o'f mass job losses. !~~p::r~~ployment situation at the 1 The navy's ope.rating aircraft will be cut !rom the present 8,183 to 7,765, Sullivan said. Sullivan listed the following nine stations to be shut down: Naval ah facility, Naha, Okinawa; naval air facility, Adak, Aleutian Islands; marine corps air station, Ewa, Oahu; naval air station, Orote, \ Guam; n,wal air station, Sangley point, Philippine Islands; naval air far.:111.ty, Honolulu; naval air station, El Centro, Calif.; naval air station, Santa Ana. Calif.; naval air facility, , Weymouth, Mass. • • • ~hat the navy must lay up 72 ships, 1nclud1ng 16 top-line fighting ves~ls; i\nd cut Its strength by 30,000 men to meet the budget. I · Alsq necessary, he said, will be "a general reduction in the scale of acUv!ty at naval snore establishments BUpport1ng the fleet. • ," The .anQouncement sounded a arim note to Portsmouth, still at~emptlhg to recover from the recent layoff .of 240 basic tradesmen at the 'shipyard and the promise of more 1n the' near future. Sulllv~n said ih~ following cutbapk:J W\JUl~ }le made In roa~power: . . ., --=' . . ~ ·-··.-· · . ~a~ e~l!~q ~' strength, 21,700, Marine corps, epllstM, 6,605. Navy and marine officers, 1,195. · He llstt'd the· following ahlps for the mothball fleet: · ,\ • • • I Grayes also reported that 268 new applications for work were received during January, Including 101 war veterans and 85 women. He said that 50 persons were counseled last month, Including 43 veterans. The local employment service official reported that 52 workers were placed In employment during Janua ry, Including 10 veterans and 37 women., Of the 62 placed, Graves said, three were In construction, 22 In manufacturing, three In publlc utilities and eight In whole.sale and retail trades. Eleven workers were placed In service Industries, four IQ domestic work and one ln government employment. areas. Announcing this today, Rear Admlral James Fife, commander of the Atlantic fleet. submarine force, said the .submarlne.s will depart their re.spectlve ast c a t ts I " o s por n early ~ebruary. They will rende:?:vous about 300 miles southwest of 0 Bermuda. The maneuvers, under overall command or Admiral W. H. P. Blandy, commander In chief of tb.e Atlantic fleet, will be on a larger scale than any previous comblntd Atlantic fleet training exercises. • • • USING PROVEN wartime meth- ods, the submarine will attack a striking force spearheaded by three large aircraft carriers, the bntt1.eshlp USS Missouri and three cruisers. The striking force, protected by land-ba,;ed aircraft, and hunterkiller units, will be moving south • • • IN ADDITION, Graves announced, • through a designated area of 100 square miles, en route to protect 15 pers:ms were referred and aca full SCRIP Invasion by amphibious cepted for work In areas covered by troops on the u:land of Vieques, oft other e np10yment offices, chiefly In 1 the southeast coast of Puerto Rico. M~ssachusPtts. Graves reminded unemployed Portsmo1.,th-bullt submarines to residen~ of the Portsmouth area ' take pa.rt in the maneuvers are the to register at his office regardless Trumpetflsn , Cutlass, Amberjack, Flying Ftsh Argonaut, II, Runner, of their occupation. He said that he ' R,!quln, Toro, Ra ton and Sea has "several" openings on file at Poacher. Others are Halfbeak Tusk his office but no available workers. Clngamore and Sableflsh. ' ' At least. two situations call for salesmen, he added. Grave,; also asked unemployed persons to refrain from registering on Mondays when his staff concentrates on compensation registration. He adcled that the unemployed should contact his office any other day of t.he week "when we can dePortsmouth Is not the rlproarlng vote m"re time to them." seaport It was In yesteryear but plenty of tonnage still entera and clears through the U. S. Customs. In 1948, 37 ships from foreign ports entered the harbor and 41 were cleared for foreign destinations. E . M . Irwin, deputy inspector, A Ja;panese one-man suicide subsaid today that vessels of foreign marine w!ll be on display In Market registry came mainly from three 5quare as the feature of a two day countries-Canada, Norway • and exhibition by the NavY Club of the Panama. U.S. A., Sunday and Monday. He explained that some ships The 20-foot· long weapon will be enter the local port from American 11een from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm both points and then clear with foreign days. ports of call. Also on display wlll be the belt of a thou.sand stitches the Japanese marine wore during: his last ride . The belt was made by the marlne's • ~other and wife or sweetheart and • the stitches represent prayers for the 1 marlne's safety.• ' The Navy Club is an organization comp06ed of members of all bmnch- 1 es of the navy, active and discharged. j\. \ '3 . _ I · · SULLIVAN TOLD the committees , The over-all strength of the active fleet will be reduced by only 24 hours however, Sullivan pointed out, since it will add seven new vessels, and reactivate some dest.royers, a light carrier and small craft and two submarines. These openings, according t~ Graves, were principally In manufacturlng and service establishments and were for workers with skills for which there 1a a shortage In this area. He declined to comment on Six and new eightguppy-snorkel fleet-type submarines will take part In next month's Atlantlc fleet maneuvers In Caribbean , Shipyard layoffs I Fail to· Affect ;t. ~ Employment Total · Little change In Portsmouth's un~mployment figures as compared I to 1948 estimates, was evident today despite current layoffs at the Portsmouth naval1 shipyard. Manager Andrew C. Graves of the New Hampshire State Employment Service here said that 1,353 workers were unemployed In the Portsmouth area as of Jan. 31. He said the 1949 total was 13 less than a year ago . Graves said that 1,366 appllca.tlons for employment were on file at. his office by Jan. 31, 1948. The , unemployment figure dropped to 1,046 In July, 1948, and then Increased to the 1,353 figure six months later, he added. , , . . *f· :·' _, THE CARRIERS Princeton, An- GRAVES · SAm.-tha of .the ' 1,353 . tletam. and Tarawa; the'light cruisers Providence, Llttle Rock, Huntington, · Portsmouth, Dayton, Astoria, lopcka, Duluth •and Atlanta; tC n d , thl" anti-aircraft · cruisers Frt'sno,. Oakland and Tucson. now unemployed ther are 556 veterans and 374 worµen. He added tha.t 31 openings for work were on rue at the end c;>! last month at his office which serves 25 surrounding communities. 37 'Foreign' Ships Use local Port (!· 3 Suicide Submarine TooBe Seen Here �Third Drastic Slash Seen for,~11 Shipyard A third drastic slash in the employment level at the Portsmouth naval shipyard was indicated today in a thorough study of Navy Secy. John L. Sullivan's "retrenchment message" to C gress. Made last week to Congressional:-<.,-----leaders, sumv_an's report said the1 navy must seriously reduce both its fighting and shore forces to _keep within the bounds of President j . Truman's 1950 budget. The cutbacks, he said, would start . Immediately. The printing facilities at · Ports• • • IN REGARD to shore installation mouth naval shipyard were inspectretrenchment, Sullivan said "sur- ed yesterday by -officers representveys are now beihg conducted to ing three branches of the a-n ned determine where reductions neces- forces. sitated by .•• 1950 plans can be The visit was one of a series being made." made to all service printing shops He further substantiated the in- throughout the country. The indications that another employment I spectors are making a survey for &ash is due here in declaring that I possible un!Ilcation purposes. Col. W. J. Reeves, USAAF, Lt. "planned reductions in the level of material improvement and in main- Col. James C. Damron·, USAAF, tenance of the operating forces will 1 and Lt. Col. W. W . Young, USA, all entail a general rfftuction in the of New York, were accompanied on scale of activity at naval shore es- the inspection tour by Earl T. Mctablishments supporting the fleet, Dermott of Boston, printing and including the emploYment levels at publications officer for the First naval shipyards." naval district, and Robert Ha:l'.lles At the same time, It was learned of New York, printing and publicathat furlough notices were being tion officer for the Third naval disI posted regularly at the shipyard trict. The group was escorted by Lt. Col. and that the eventual job loss toll Reglniald H. Ridgely, Jr., USMC, would total approximately 450. and Chief Warrant Officer Donald , These lJtyoffs, however, are in accordance with previous 1 y anD. Casteel, USN. nounced reductions in the work load scheduled for the local yard. . Offi'cers Inspect+ Print Shops at Naval Shipyard I Yard ·Delegations In Washington 1 For Conventions • • • AMPLIFYING THE NECESSITY for the initial layoffs was a report from U. s. Sen. Styles Bridges on results of a conference between Maine and New Hampshire congressional leaders with high-ranking naval officers to discuss possible ways and means of averting the layoffs. There ls no hope for an increased work load. the senator said in a letter to The Porlsmoulh Herald, enclosing a report from Secretary Sullivan on the conference. Sullivan told Senator Bridges th11.t "s0 far as additional work ls concerned. available funds will not support a~signment of additional repair work to Pprtsmouth." I Two delegations from the Portsmouth naval shipyard are in Washington this week to represent workers at the annual convention of the National Retirement Association of Civil Service Employes and at a meeting of the National Association of Quartermen and Leadingmen of Naval Shore Establishments. Bart M. DaUaMura, Hugo Llljehult, Floyd A. Lydston, John J. Hartnett and Frank A. Rhodes are delegates from Local No. 5. Federal Employe Retirement association, to I a convention which opened yester. day. Melvin H. Chandler, secretary of THE FIRST SUBMARINE in 1948 the local organization, also ls atwa~ assigned to New Lqndon, he further er.plained because of "the I tending as first national vice presiinabillty of any naval shipyard to dent. George w. Packard, vice president, secure sufficient design talent to prosecute promptly the plan work and Chri!topher w. Hartford, recording secretary, both of Greenand also to maintain design skills land, are attending the Quartermen in submarine construction in a pri- · 1 and Leadingmen's meeting. I vate shipyard." I He diJ Rdd, however, that "it is ' expected that the Portsmouth naval shipyarcl will experience a smaller reduction \both jji numbers and the percentage of employes) than any / rhe submarine USS Burrfish, other Atlantic coast naval shipyard." scheduled for an overhaul at the Portsmcuth naval shipyard, arrived here Saturday. Other ships reporting here last week were the USS Spikeflsh and the USS Tringer, both s1;1bmarines, and the USS Tecumseh, a. navy tug boat. ... Reserve Vessel ( Off for Cuba ~ tq Sub Heads Here For Crash Repairs Ninety Portsmouth area naval reservists are outward bound to~ay for the sunny waters of the Ca~1bbean sea and the near-tropical shores of Cuba. And they don't have to return to New Hampshire's wintry shore untll March 4. The Portsmouth men and others from Portland, Me., and Lawrence, Mass., are the 115-man crew of the POE 843, which is on a regular training cruise. /Three Local Men . On Carrier Cruise / Four Portsmouth men are serving on the aircraft carrier, USS Midway, which ls now cruising in Mediterranean waters. They 11re Sgt. Aibert Froede, Jr., USMC, of 675 South street; Sgt. Alva H. Cobb, Jr., USMC( of 541 Circuit road; Armand M. Boulard, seaman apprentice, of 299 Hanover street; and Paul E. Tuck, storekeeper, first class, USN, of 121 State street. / Four Local Men 1 In Fleet Exercises 1 Four Portsmouth men are serving with the navy's Carrier Division 17 which is scheduled to take part in fleet exercises in the Caribbean sea from Feb. 21 to April l. They are Robert B. Martin, machinist's mate, second class, of 44 Rockhill avenue; William R. Boxwell, torpedo'man, seconn class, of 69 Vaughan street; Douglas Evans Ely fireman apprentice, of 120 Middle street; and Owen Stevens, seaman apprentice, of 46 Baycliff oad. The Portsmouth-built submarine, USS Trumpetfish, was en route to the Portsmouth naval shipyard today for overhaul and repairs after being damaged Feb. 28 in a collision with the cargo ship Marquette during the navy's Caribbean war games. The submarine '.it-rived at the New London, Conn., submarine base Jesterday to unload stores and ammunition before leaving for Ports1 1 mouth. Rear Adm . James Fife, Atlantic fleet submarine force commander, described damage as "considerable," but said none of the submarine's personnel was injured, and no water taken aboard. Damage to the ship, which was submerged at the time of collision, was confined to the topside above the bridge, including the Snorkel equipment, periscope, radar equipment and the streamlined superstructure. Yard Employment Set at 5,752 t(IJt 5 A total of 5,752 persons were employed at the Portsmouth naval shipyard as of Feb. 28, the shipyard reported today. . The figure represents a t.ota1 loss of 216 workers since Jan. 31 when 5,968 were employed. However, 222 were actually released, but six were taken on to make the total drop 216. Of the 222 persons released, 207 were laid off as part of the reduction in force program, six left of thei r own accord, four were retired or died, two went on leave without pay, two concluded probationa•ry / appointment.s and one entered the military service. I I 3 Subs Report vi r\ For Repair Here I !,~"~~ ~,~~~~_.,_R__eca__ll_ S_e_e_n/ mouth na\'al shipyard employes were laid off during the last two weeks of Februar some may be recalled under a new classification, 1 shipyard officials said today. Force adjustment.s at the Yard will include the hiring of 15 shipfittfi•s, 30 electric welders, 12 moulders and chippers, 28 machine operators for electrical manufacturing and three electricians. Reductions ::,,t the yard include six ship maintenance mechanics, 13 central tool shop service employes, 19 d1illel's and 32 yard service and maintenance workers. The 88 new jobs may be partially filled by workers already employed at the yard who w!ll be reclassified, officials said. I Two Submarines To Leave Base :Ji l3 Two submarines are scheduled to leave the Portsmouth naval base during the next three weeks. 'tlie USS Trumpetflsh will depart Sunday tor her base at Key West, Fla. Damages to her superstructure, conning tower and periscope shears sustained when the submarine surfaced beneath another vessel during fleet exercises in the Caribbean last spring, have been repaired. Destination of the USS Pickerel, which will depart Aug. I , ls presumably a West Coast port. ThePickerel ls a new construction submarine. �'Civilian Sailors' Leave Ports Reserve Craft Harks '1 Back to War Days "t \ "You'll have to stoke the furnace, honey, I'll be in Havana." That's the happy chant of about 60 men who will leave the slush and unpredictable climate o'f the Portsmouth area Friday to sail to· Cuba-and incidentally, shoot up some targets and solve some problems of navigation on the way. Officially, in the navy's own peculiar parlance, the Patrol Craft Escort 843 will embark from the reserve dock at the Portsmouth naval shipyard Friday at 1700 on a training cruise for organized and inactive naval reservists. Destination Havana, Cuba. Return to Portsmouth 4 March. In civilian language, the trim, little grey vessel with the top-heavy looking superstructure will leave its navy yard berth at 5 o'clock Friday \ 11 with 115 civllian sailors aboard, bound for the balmY breezes of the Gulf atream and the tropical greenery of Havana. It will return to Portsmouth March 4 after 11 days at sea and three in port at Havana. Along the way, the PCE's 115 nostalgia of being hundreds of miles crewmen, most of them ma.rried and from home among new people and comfortably established in civilian ways. jobs, will return to the atmosphere alien The schedule calls for the PCE to most of them knew in World War II pull away from bhe navy yard dock the "ping ping" of a sonar machine at 5 pm Friday, steaming down the probing the deep for submarines; river and finally leaving the outer the yellow-fingered light sweeping a harbor at midnight-DODO to the r~dar scope; the high-pitched code messages in the radio shack; the navy. For the first time since the Japincessant throb of Diesel engines; anese surrender in TokYo bay in bright signal flags creaking up a 1945, the naval reserve program is Jine into the breeze and the ear top heavy with demand and short piercing slam of three-inch guns. on supply. Ten extra bunks have They'll hear once again the sharp been installed in the PCE to care ba.ttle cry-sounded in a flat, metal- for some extra billets. About 40 men lic tone over the amplifier system who asked to go along are being left -"General quarters, all hands man behind for lack of space. Ens. J. B. Nicholl of Lawrence, your battle stations!" Carpenters, . seaman through enWh ile Cuba-bound ' the civilian fr om Jowliest Mass., engi..,eer. salesmen, l'adio repairmen, a well. . 1gnemen, radiomen, radarmen, nav·s will run through standard \ . . sallol Enlisted crewmen include T. F. · dlgger, grocery store clerks, a school battle ma~euvers, including anti- igator to captain. Connors, J . J. Driscoll, R. J. Eaton, teacher, welders and men who are aircraft flrmg, surface-target firing, , . Officers for the Havana cruise H. L. Flynn, D. C. Fogg, E. J . Le- · unemployed will pick up again the signal drills, simulated damage drills, navigational exercises-nd are Lt .. George T. M!ihar of Rye, blanc, C. V. Lovell, H. H. Pettiford, : techniques of war on the sea. ~ the plain hard work that keeps a. captaii:, Lt. T. Ide of Franklin, H. A. Sanborn and S. M. Tilton, all and sea.worthy. executive officer, Ens. Warren M. of Portsmouth. IT WON'T ALL be war training. navy ship gleaming • • • White of New Castle, navigator ; Lt. F N. Bridge, R. L. Cunningham, In Havana, they'll rummage in THE CREWMEN, whose civilian N. H. Thompson of Kittery, gun- R. A. Giaimo, C. E. Hersom, R. H. stucco shops for souvenirs, go on sightseeing tours through palm- occupations i·un the average gamut, nery officer; Chief Carpenter M. S. Kneeland, w. A. LaBrie, E. H. Nau. lined avenues and sense once again will perform all the ship's duties Remick of Rye, first lieutenant, and -at least temporarily-the strange READY FOR SEA-Crewmen of the PCE 843 prepare the vessel for its*· ( Havana cruise. Top left photo: Ens. Warren White of New Castle, left, i Chief Carpenter M. S. Remick of ~ye, middle, and Franklin Senter of Dover, plot the course on a chart. Middle photo: Enlisted crewmen hold a "bull session" over coffee. Left to right, Jose1>h Pluff, Exeter; Harvey Brackett, York; Joseph Leveillee, Farmington; E. K . Johnson, Rochester; Robert Eaton, Portsmouth; Eug~ne Leblanc, Portsmouth and John Dris10 ; coll, Portsmouth. Right photo: Enginemen test the Diesel throttles. Left to right, David Fogg, Portsmouth; John Carberry, Rye; R. A. Giaimo, Kittery Point ; Monty Washburn, Kittery. In the rear is Engineman Chief R. L. The governors of both Maine and 'nu'ee civil!an leadingmen a.t the New Hampshire are expected to be Bailey, Kittery. Bottom left photo: Richard Willey, left, ancl Clement Lo Portsmouth naval base left last on hand at the Portsmouth naval vell, both of Portsmouth, test their radio receiver. (Portsmouth Her•ld night for Golcuk, Turkey, to give base April 4 for bbe christe~g and pholos) instructions in the repair and commissioning of the USS P ickerel, ter, G. C. Servetas, P . E . Theodore, maintenance of submarines recentA. J. Valzania and F. E. Washburn, base officials reported today. all of Dover. ly sent there from the United The submarine-the newest the all of Kl ttery. J. D. Leavitt and w. E. Parker of . J. E. Carberry, R. C. Keech, V. states. navy will have-is to receive its Hampton; H. Lord and H. A. Rowe C. Lear, R. E. Morrill, R. C. Morrill, Ma.ohinist Walter P. Lemont of welcome into the u. s. fleet before of Ogunquit; H. R. Brackett of Woodlawn avenue, Kittery, Shipfit- several other local, state and mlli- J . Morrison, Jr., and M. L. Rem- York Village; J . E. Arnold and E. K. ter Elroy S. Moulton, Jr., of Haley tary officials. ick, all of Rye. Johnson of Rochester; J . L. Pluff of D. C. Barnard·, C. W. Fager. H. J. road, Ki•t tery Point, and Pipefitter invited to the ceremonies as speExeter and E. J . Aubin, P. R . GagJohn s. Driskell of Portlan<l left cial guests are Gov. and Mrs. Fred- Federico, S. L. Hourihan , J. F. Issa, non, D. P. Pageotte and p, R. PerNew York by plane on a three erick G. Payne of Maine and Gov. J. A. Lamb, c. J. Mone, L. J. Re- reault of Somersworth. months mission to aid Turkey, un- and Mrs. Sherman Adams of New naud, F. J. Reynolds, F. B. sender t'he directions of Capt. Ralph S. Hampshire. McDowell, shipyard commander. The joint ceremonies are to beMr. Lemont returned home Sat- gin at 11 :45 am and the base will urday from the Portsmouth naval be open to the public from 11 :15 to 12 :30 pm, it was announced. hospital. . . V:· I Three Civilians To Assist Turks In Sub Repair Two Governors , Invited to See Sub Christened �mou th Tomorrow for Havana Christening Set~ for Newest Sub 1-> Completed Here The USS Pickerel-the navy's newest submarine-will be christenedt at the Portsmouth naval shipyard a 11:45 am April 4. Mrs. J?hn Raymond Moore, wi!e of Captain Moore who is assigned to the San Francisco naval shipyard has been named by Navy Secy. Joh~ L. Sullivan to sponsor the submarine Comdr. Paul R. Schratz USN 'f Pittsburgh will be comm~ding ~ff~cer of the modern underwater craft I Commander Schratz now is com-. m din an g officer of the USS Burrflsh which is undergoing an overhauling tt the local base. Mrs. William Coleman wi! f Colonel Coleman, of Che~y C~as~ Md., will be matron of honor duri , the ceremonies. ng • • • CON~TRUCTI ON of the submar- ines Pickerel, Grampus and Grenadier started early in 1944 at the Boston naval shipyard. In December, 1944, t_he Pickerel was launched without christening ceremonies All three ships were transferred to' th Portsmouth naval shipyard in th! fall of 1945 and construct! resumed. on was Work on the three subs continued ~ere until August, 1946. A year later he local shipyard received orders to complete the Pickerel Grampus Grenadier and Volador ~d convert them . to "snorkel" submarines The Grampus and the Gre~adier . were transferred back to Boston and the Volador was commissioned last October. The Volador and Pickerel are the navy's onl y t WO submarines origlnally built as "guppies." Reserves Get New Submariner A training b . Seal-has be su marme-the USS Portsmouth assigned to the the organized al base for duty with Th s naval reserve e ea! replaced th . lfng, which has e USS GreenBoston, and at ~~en transferred to local naval re . e same time the changed to "s~~ ve training unit was its fo marine repal!'" fr traini~;.e r designation of rubmarfn~ n:: The officers and Greenllng have b crew of the the Seal th een transferred to N , e navy said 0 cruises are · 1 · Seal during its P ptsanned for the Th or mouth sta e Seal Is credit d y, I War II patrols in ti ;Ith 12 World Which she sank 47 6e aclflc during I anese shi . • 00 tons of .Japppmg and d I other 27,800 tons. amaged an- �Naval Reserve Craft Finishes Rough Voyage Employment level Of 5,500 Seen at Naval Shipyard I r Yard Workmen Get Cash Awards For Suggestions . 'r:; A prospec :ive employment leycl of Timothy ;r, Driscoll of 326 Thornton street, employed as a quarterman machinist at the Portsmouth naval shipyard, took top honors today in the presentation of awards for beneficial suggestions in work procedure at the yard. Prizes were presented this morning in building 86 by Capt. Ralph s. McDowell, USN, shipyard commander. Mr. Driscoll received two awards, totalling $100, for design of an 0ring packing for a gyro setting spindle and a torpedo tube tripping latch mechanism. I others to receive awards were: 1 Peter Phlllipe, 143 Ranger way; John K. Patterson, 166 Decatur ' road; Roger o. Dugas, 116 Circuit" road; Edward F . Trafton, 106 Myrtle avenue, and Kenneth E. Tilley, 152 Dennett street. William H. Kelly, Amesbury, Mass.: Harry V. Cole, Newington; Cushman W. Phillips, Jr., Kittery; Walter S. Wills, Kittery; Wlllard C. Marshall, Gonic; Charles L. Davis, Wells; Charles D. Downing, York. Awards totalled $365. l I 5 500 at the Portsmouth naval shlp~rd was reported today by naval officials. In January, 5,950 persons were employed at the shipyard and on March 11 there were 5,758 employes, drop of 192, the officials added. However, 'of the employes still on the rolls, 205 are on paid terminal leave and · 64 are -under 30-day notice of furlough, thus reducing the prospective employment figure to approximately 5,500. ,a. Shipyard Awards $515 to Workers For Suggestions 1 The naval reserve Patrol Craft Escort 843 returned to Portsmouth rm chedtile yesterday-only a little Robert H. Todd of Cape Neddick the worse for wear and her ere of 115 area men wiser in the wicked topped the list of Portsmouth naval shipyard employes collecting cash ways of the sea. awards this morning for beneficial The ship's crew-most of them suggestions on shipyard work. civilian members of the inactive He received $250. naval reserve-dambered down the Awards totalling $515 were preg!t'ngway at the Portsmouth naval senteci by Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, shipyard and grimly admitted: shipyard commander, in ceremon''It was rough-quite rough." ies at Building 86 at the base. • • • Also receiving prizes were Ralph THE PCE'S OFFICERS said the W. Morrison, Portsmouth, $30; Nelvessel encountered a heavy storm son A. Marotte, Dover, $25; Leonard off Cape Hatteras, N. C., shortly 1 Verrier, Biddeford, $20; Elgeard L. after it left here two weeks ago on Desjardins and Darriel R. Mann, a training cruise to Havana, Cuba. both of Kittery; Forest A. Worthen, Jr., of Rochester and Robert Boutet Lt. George T. Mahar, USNR, of of Ogunquit, $15; R ye, PCE captain, reported that 90% ' Walter A. Miner, Floyd J . Da\ey, of the crew suffered seasickness in Leon Davis, all of Portsmouth; Wilvaried degrees in the Cape Hatteras liam Maguire, Walter I. Clark, Osheavy weather-"including myself," car R. Eaton, Aldege R. Lavigne, Lt. Mahar added. James H. Moran, all of K ittery; The ship was 12 hours lr.te in ar- Ray Collins and EdwaTd P. Wormriving at Havana because of the wood of Ogunquit, Joseph W. A. storm and because the vessel put Lavelllee of Farmington and Lucien in at Moorehead City, N. C., 285 Bertrand of Biddeford, $10. Thomas Marston of Dover and miles off her course, to discharge a Frank J. Kimball of Kittery resick sailor whose illness was diagceived $5. - - - - - - nosed as acute appendicitis. He was John Siegel, recruit seaman, of Lawrence. Mass. A marine ambulance met the POE at the Moorehead City dock and transferred Siegel to the nearby marine hospital at Cherry Point training base. • • • TRIP, the PCE again encountered heavy weather once she had sailed out of the Carrlbean. The weather was so rough, naval reserve officials said, that schedr uled gunnery exercises could not be held. The three-day liberty at Havana was described as "a complete success," however. Ship's officers and crew spokesmen said cooperation from Havana authorities was "perfeot." 0, THE RETURN • • • PARTIALLY OFFSETTING the loss is a call for 48 new employes, although a yard spokessman said that many of these positions are to be filled by transfers or "rerating" of employes who otherwise would be furloughed. The officials said that the 5,500 estimate is based on "present conditions and the current knowledge of the shipyard commander and is in no way a prediction of the future work load or level of employment at the shipyard." The shipyard's adjustments of the working force is following the lines announced earlier in the year, officials said. . :P·lans Navy Day Observance Here Local participation in Navy day observances Oct. 27 was outlined Friday night at a bqsiness meeting of Branch 7, Fleet Reserve association, at the Community Center. The observance here, the branch decided, will be held In conjunction with celebra1;lon of the group's 25th anniversary. The joint affair probably will Include a banquet and dance at the center, branch officials disclosed today, . o.p,?- Scouts Cruise On Reserve Ship More than 70 Scooters and Sea Scouts were guests of the Portsmouth organized naval reserve on a weekend cruise to Rockland, Me., aboard the PCE 843. The group arrived In Rockland Saturday afternoon and was feted at a dance at the Rockland Community Center. Lt. George T. Mahar was skipper. The crew Included 22 reserve trainee enlisted men and• seven officers. Various drills were held by the Scouts. IFleet Reserve • • • PLANS FOR Navy day festivities I soon are to be submitted to the Portsmouth naval base aQ(l to Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal, who Is expected to assist In observances in Individual schools. It was reported that the regional vice presidential third quarterly meeting of the New England district Is scheduled for 2 pm Sunday, April 10, at the Navy building In Boston. Several local members are expected to attend. I �- · ' . . ~--------- -:-----=-.. . . . .100 Ne;~·Billets Opened· ShipJa'rd ProS~e·r ity ) rtvr- 15 In Local Naval Reserve Forecas~~Yc[ Sf id9,~s · one hundred new openings In vaTlous Takes are available for area naval reservists In a •'shift-over" program at the Portsmouth Naval Reserve training center, officials there reported today. The public relations office report-* _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ ed that the Organized Submarine Other openings are listed 1n the Training unit has been changed to officer complement for ensigns and a submarine repair outfit. The lieutenants junior grade trained In \ change brings about a broadening deck or engineering. of the entire reserve unit, officials The members of the unit meet added. . every Monday night at the Naval Rate openings Include: torpedo- Reserve training center at the local men (electrical, mechanical), all base. At the end of each quarter, pay grades and strikers; flrecontrol- they re~elve one day's pay for each men (underwater), all pay drill attended. grades and strikers; Electronics Members also are eligible for e. I technicians, chief, second and thi rd two-week cruise aboard ships gte.class; carpenter's mate, all pay tloned at the Portsmouth base or grades; plpefltter, chief, second and other ~aval installations. third class· shipboard metalsmith, 1 third class:' sheet metalsmith, chief ~fpllcan~p;l~r tt~h;e~n:::al~ and third class; blacksmith, second : rg:a6rganized Submarine Reand third class; moulder, fir st, sec- a~r u~it 1-34, u. s. naval base be' ond and third class; patte:nm~ker~ iween 8 am and 4 pm during thl! . \ first, second and third class, optical k or after 7 ·30 pm Mondays. man, second and third class; refrlg- wee · eratlon mechanic, chief, second and third class. CONCbRD, May 4 (AP)-Good tire; for Portsmouth's nava.1',shipyard in the "immediate years to come" are expected by Sen. Styles Bridges (R-N.H.) .r Speak!ng at e. Republlca,n dinner,r.-==========:::::::=----.-.._.,, here last night, Bridges told 350 GOP members of the General Court that "most of the navy's new construction plans are being centered on submarines." The senator noted that construe1 tion on three large submarines 1s to be started at the Portsmouth. base shortly and added: • • • "PORTSMOUTH IS going to fare ' Laroff In'for'mat·1on ·) Expec fedf_ rh•••day ft'~~,.· At Nava·1S 1py,ar _· ". A study of production nlleds • at · the. Portsmout~ naval shipya.rd, In · the fiscal ·yeiir : 1949~1959 )'deflnl~Y will ·not be completed.until Fdday,J\ very well, comparatively speaking, far as jobs go." . . ·~ ~, '."' , ·~:., . . ., !,·.~ In a vigorous hour-long speech, . Ca.pt, John J. Scheibe1er, :USN, , Bridges chast!zed Gov. Thomas E. planning ofUcer and acting comDewey of New York for his cammander at the shipya,rd, ,sajd today paign against President Truman 1n that only after the 's tudy Is finished the November election. will officials be able- to determine The Republican party now must what shops are to, be 1).ffected and look to the states for the strength the number of men in· each. · and the fortitude and example with K\j However, the tota1,.,number of • which to work for victory in the fu- , elhployes to be removed. · from . the MACHINERY REPAIRMAN, 1 ture, he declared. rolls will be a.pproximately 225, acchief, first an third class; engineThe veteran New Hampshire socording to Captain · Schelbeler. , man, chief, first and third class; . lon described Washington as "a city shop electrician's mate, chief, first . of confusion and double talk, with MEANWHILE, Mayor Cecil M. 1antl second class; I .E. electrician, politicians from all parts of the naNeal said today that "at° the mo'second and third class; yeoman, tion day and night demanding payment" the city council is not planthlrd class, and seamen and fire1 nln~ to protest to New Hampshire The USS Tlgrone - first U, S. off handouts for the Truman vicmen. congressmen the latest cutback. submarine to be converted for I tory of last fall." • • • radar picket duty in Arctic waters- 1· HE DESCRIBED President Tru"At least," Mayor Neal said, "I've sailed from the Portsmouth naval that , not heard of any such plans." t nd But bhe Central Veterans council base yesterday bound for New Lon- ! man's 1 ication laS week members of CongTess who oppose don, Conn. his legislative proposals would lose has Informally agreed that a proagainst the "layoW' will be The boat was built ~t the local 1 all patronage rights, regardless of ' de t~ the various congressmen, shipyard during World War II. / party affiliation, as "a d!splcable demonstration of presidential co- ~ airman Ralph H. Atwell said toA bombshell-quite real aml She was recommissioned Nov. 1, ·, erclon which Is as un-Amerlcan as day. very disquieting- to the city "Wh11e we don't have a meeting 1948, by Capt. F . W, Fe1mo, USN, i Moscow Itself." council-fell Into the laps of the commander of· bhe New London s to Bridge predicted that of the council until next Wednesmunicipal lawmakers last night. gToup, Atlantic reserve fleet, and PrC:~:n: Trumans will lose out In I day," Atwell said, "I definitely · beMayor Cecil 1\1, Neal told the . ., t ht epeal of . 1lleve a resolution of protest will be has just completed her fitting out, h.i s dnve .• or ou · r Ig . r : ' acted on then. council at a special session he trials and e. short ' training period the Taf~-Hartley Labor · law '· and. : "And I know that the American liacl received a request from in the Portsmouth 'area. rapped e11tenslon of federe.l au!»ldy Legion ls planning to record Its First Naval district headquarNaval base officials announced ters for permission to establish ~rograms. . . • objections " Atwell added. "Our exe. "I'tµ for fedeTal aid 1n some cutlve co~mlttee Is to meet next today 1that · the ·uss Sea Poacher a bombing target area 6,000 feet ways," he explained, "but th ere Is week and can take such action." In cllamctcr In the vicinity of wlll a,rrlve at the base Monday for a limit, and Wal!hlngton has long • • • Isles of Shoals. If granted, a, routine overhaul. The '' PortsI since reached the.t point. This soNeal said, all shlP3 and ocean A STORM of protest · from both moulli~b'\l!lt : boe.t h~:' been . sta- l cialistic trend has already gone so the east and west coasts · on ~he traffic wouhl be forbidden from .tiop.ed in. Panama, ,, 1 ·, far· that It Is forcing states to new navy's proposa\ to reduce Its rolls by entering the area as It "might ·1 spendings of taxpayers' cash, for 10,000 workers In the next year Is 1 be used for bombing practice at self protection e.lohe. any time." 'expected In Washington. I ' Eleven shipyards are to be · reNeal said he and City l\lanager Edward C. Peterson had duced from a total working strength 0 1 1( Tl..,u!\ V ----"checked" the request and found of . 9~1425 to 86,500. (, that the perimeter of the target The cut back calls for Portsmouth's Employe layoffs at the Portsarea would be less than one-half working force to reduce from 5,507 mouth naval shlpya,rd have reached mile from Appledore island. as of March 31, 1949, to an "avere. temporary halt, officials of the "I wouldn't want to be around age" of 5,350 by June 30, 1949. installation reported this morning. there when they start dropping The working force there now those things," Neal commented totals 5,639, a reduction of approx- , ruefully. "Sometimes they mliss." lmately 300 from the 5,950 working Neal said he was &ubmlttlng there Jan. 1, when the furloughing the request to the council for J.acommenced. ter action. A spoke.smRn snld the overall employment figure eventually ls expected to· total 5,525. This wlll be brought about, It was explained, ,when tennlnal leave expkes for 124 workers still being carried on the It was pointed out that 31 calls rolls. have been posted for new employes Fifteen other prospective separa- I but that these w!ll be ta.ken mostly · tlons are expected through res!gna-1 through transfer or reratlng of tlons and retirements. _ pre.sent emplo;ves. • • l!O 0 Conve·rted Tigrone Leaves Shipyard;\ b I Ready for Arctic :. Navy Requestso\ Bombing Target ,., Close to Shoals I Shipyard Layoffs Reach a Halt {-i ... teft �-. # • • • ew Layoff to Hit 25 Yard Workers '.' I \ ·, ' J0-,· 0,00 'to Lose, . Jobs•in Ele~ io Naval Shipyat'ds . u. s. Congressman Chester E, Merrow telegraphed The Portsmouth Herald today •to assure Portsmouth residents that "I am exerting every possible help to be of e,sslstance In securing work for the PortsrnQUth yard." The congressman's wire eorroborated the news release ftrom the navy depaDtment. Merrow said the navy eicpected the "average employment" at the Portsmouth shipyard to be "slightly In excess" of 5,300 persons. However, he lndlcateq that detail• ed lnformatlcm would be released by the local shipyard. '\ Merrow said the navy department believed that 225 workers are to be released. • An official release today f<rom the Portsmouth naval shipyard showed that apparently only the New York shipyard is to be unaffected by the cutbacks. In New York the employment leyel 1s 12,250 and It Is ex' pected to be 12,250 in June, 1950, Yard Production Officer n-7 ,,...'¥, . Given Testimonial Dinner Capt. Thomas G. Reamy, USN, production officer at the Portsmouth naval shipyard, was guest of .honor at a testimonial dinner given by the Master Mechanics and Foremen's association last night at Howard Johnson's. , Approximately 225 Portsmouth Oaptalµ Reamy leaves Saturday naval shipyard ernployes w!ll be !or San Diego, Calif., for duty as mechanic and president of the aslaid off in the next two month& to engineering and materials officer sociation, acted as toailmaster. reduce the working force to an on the staff of the commander of Speakers included Capt. Ralph S . "average" a! 5,350 during the 1949• destroyers In the Pacific. McDowell. USN, commander of the i950 · fiscal year. ·· He has been production officer at shipyard; Harold L. Robbins, master the local yard since January, 1946. sheet metal worker; William J. MonThe newest cutback In shipyard • • • agle, master moulder; Fabyan R. employment was announced today MICHAEL A. BAitRETT, master Drake, master electrician, and Capt. by the naviy. depa<rtment_, In WashJames M. Hicks, USN, who will sucington where it was explained that ceed Captain Reamy. 11 naval shipyards in the United Wilma J. Letch, master of the states and Hawaii are to lose 10,· • ·· . Inside machine shop, was in charge 000. workers in the ensuing year. of arrangements. The reception Capt, John J, Schelbler, USN, committee comprised master mech· planning officer and acting comanics J. A. Gregoire of the paint mander at the ]peal shipyard, &aid shop, Roland G. Bedell of the outtoday that the figures released in I OTHER EAST COAST yards wm side machine shop, Frede11ick S, · I\ '-'-l White of the riggers' and laborers' Washington are ''substantially cor- ' not fare as well, the official figures ~1 shop and Ralph N. Spinney of the rect." ' ' indicate. Boston is being cut by ' central tool shop, He explained that reduction In I 1,300 on July 1, 1949, and another Seventeen employes of the Portsforce will hit principally the mech• I 400 workers are to "go" by June, 1 mouth naval shipyard received. cash a.nical or. production department. , 1950. p h 11 ad e 1 p h I a, Norfolk and awards totalling $290 this morning • • • \'~\\'O Charleston also face cutbacks in at the monthly beneficial sugges"GRADES 2 AND 3, which a.re tions award ceremony in Building the unclassified workers, a<re to be \, employment. On the west coast and In Hawaii, 86. "the groups affected by the lay off," Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, personnel reductions are also the 1 Captain Bchelbler said. commander of the shipyard, pre, City Manf\ger Edward C. Peter'' However, he explained that no , order of the day. sented the ~wards. son, Mayor Cecil M. Neal and Ralph lndlyiduals have been Informed of 1 The overall reduction In the 11 Eugene C. Harnois of Eliot, mashipyards will see 7,600 workers reH. Atwell, president of the Central Impending dismissal. They will not chinist In Shop 31, received an adleased by next July 1, cutting total ditional $50 to a previous a ward of Veterans' Council, yesterday· conbe until a "study" of the employemployment from 96,425 to 89,100. $75 for his suggestion for a tool to ferred with Portsmouth naval base ment situation 1s completed. Another 2,500 are to be released by swab torpedo tube firing valve ol'lofficials on plans for a Memorial Captain Schelbler said, "it's June 30, 1950, to further reduce the flce cups. day parade here. hoped we can get that analysis • total In the 11 shipyards to 86,500. Peterson said the officials offered completed by Friday." Others to receive awards were to send a detachment of enlisted Tom Hatton of Kittery, snapper Meanwhile, the navy department men and officers to Portsmouth machinist; William Everson o'f Kitexplained that wage Increases 1n the for the celebration. tery, Instrument maker; Wesley past year and higher mat~rial costs Ramsey of South Portland, machinwere Important factors in the cutist; Daniel R. Mann of Kittery ·packs. ; A 11.3% 'salary Increase was grant""J Point, leadlngman macl)lnlst. • • • ed Portsmouth naval shipyard work• I ROBERT A. BOUTET of Ogunera last October, hiking the general quit, machinist; George H. Sibson paj' level -an average of 14.1 cents of New Castle, rigger; Melvin H. The a11parently forced resig• jer' ;tiour.1 , <-'~ :· • •· Chandler of Portsmouth, electronics nations of at least two :Porls• ;:Sul; tile gra~al '-r~otioon in perengineer; Harrison W. Roberts of I mouth naval shipyard employee eonn~ began e~·Iy th~ year, cut. Kittery, mechanical engineer; Wilhave resulted from loyalty In• }tne- tQt~I. nwnbef pt. ~ployed : Submarine repair division, 1-34, liam J. Ellis of Portsmouth, plpefit:(Q:-pm 'll,968 in January to 'M07 as of vestigations, it was leuned unis scheduled for an inspection here ter; Nash S. McKay of South Ber•.Apr11 1. . officially today, Monday by a seven-ma n team ,as wick, allowance specialist. The move by .the navy oame OllOne of the workers reportedly part of a First naval district comHarry V. Cole of Newington, electllie heels of a statement last wee~ involved acknowledged that he petition. trician; Edward L. Sederquest of by U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges tha.t had left the employ of the yard Kittery, englneman; Clement A. The winning unit in district com"good times for the Portsmouth but declined to discuss the naDaigneault of Kittery, radio mepetition is to participate in a nanaval shipyard In the Immediate ture of his resignation. tionwicte inspec tion. chanic; Manual Sousa of Portsyea.rs to come" are to be expected, Meanwhile, the Federal Bu• mouth, radio mechanic; Evelyn M. "' ' The inspection board, headed by ""'J' +t i· ' ~ reau of Investigation in Boston Dadmun of Kittery, stenographer, Capt. R. E. Palmer, USN, will visit 'i<"PORTSMOUTH IS going 11o fare refused comment on the case, and Maurice L. Routhier of Kittery, the naval reserve training center, very well, comparatively speaking so' The same "no comment" reply clerk-typist. the USS Seal and PCE 843. A perfar as Jobs go," Bridges told Republi• was given today by Capt. Ralph sonnel inspection Is planned for can memqers of the General Court; S. McDowell, shipyard comMonday night. \ ,'He based his prophecy on the fact mander. that "most of the navy's new construotion• plans are being center~d' on subma_!ln_es," - ~ - _ __ I · •· · . I .Two Quit Yard~ In Loyalty Probe . 11 Shipyard Workers R'ece1ve • 'Awards . For Suggestion·s Navy to Assist In Parade Here Sub Repair Unit Up for lns~~cHon . .. �26'5 Layoffs at ShipyClrd; ot_ices Are ,Due May 30 -'Inside Machine Shop Scheduled For Biggest Cut Up-to-Date Sub-11. Pickerel Open to Public Tomorrow ri A navy department announcement from Washingtan last Monday preddcted an "average" employment of 5,350 during 1949-1950 at the local j ; sh ipy!lll'd. Local officials were instructed to cut the employe rolls from 5,507 to , The public is invited to visit the 5,300 "plus" by ·July 1. navy's most modern submarine tGThe navy's layoff program will remorrow. , A total of 265 Portsmouth naval duce the total number of em~loyes Open house will be held aboard shipyard employes will receive 30- in its 11 U. S. shipyards by 10,000 the USS Pickerel at the Portsmouth day notices of separation before ' during the·next year. naval base from 1 ::im to 4 pm. ! May 30, it was announced today. The Pickerel leaves Monday on the I However, Capt. Ralph S. McDowfirst leg of1 an 8,000-mile cruise to ell, USN, shipyard commander, Pearl Harbor, wh~re the vessel ~ill said that in "readjusting" the workreport for duty with the submarme ing force, it would be n ecessary 1 force of the Pacific fleet. for the shipyard to hire 35 new emThe navy's latest version of the ployes in different trades. reducing guppy-type submarine has the most the total "cutback" to 230. up-to-dafe engineering and design The reductions planned by the · developments incorporated in her shipyard affect the production , construction. phase of operations and the inside machine shop is to lose the highest total of employes, 63. The pipefltters and coppersmiths are next in line with a scheduled loss of 43 workers. The outside machine shop an d the electrical shop each will lose 40 employes. • • • figures follow : Electronics shop, 24; paint shop, 15; riggers, 12; sailmakers, two; upholsterers, one. The personnel separations announced today will reduce the working force irom its March 31 total of 5,507 to 5,277. The 35 new employes to be taken on by the shipyard will be 25 machine operators for the electrical manufacturing shop and 10 mechanics for the electronics shop, according to the shipyard commander. Captain McDowell emphasized that the employes to be "laid oft!" will not necessarily come from the shops listed for cutbacks. He explained that this was due ·to the operation of "bumping rights" and "retreat rights" that ma,y exist for a,n employe entitling him to retention in employment. OTHER SHOP-BY-SHOP • • THESE RIGHTS are now being studied, McDowell said, and will be completed so that separation notices can be issued before May 30. The 30-day notice requirement will make the sepwratlons effective on or before June 3 and authority has beeh obtained from the navy department to make lump sum payments for accumulative leave with pay, McDowell added. "Even though separated, these effective employes will be entitled to reemployment privileges for one year as if they had been placed on furlough," the captain concluded. I I Shipyard Begi,:,s Work On Three-Sub Program Rear Admiral John H. Brown Jr commandant of the Portsm~uth naval base, struck the first welder's ·arc this morning for the keel of the new submarine, USS Tang, and thus began a $45,000,000 building program at the local naval shipyard. Master mechanics and key supervisors witnessed the brief ceremony at the build~ ways marking the continuation of America's drive to strengthen h er underseas fleet with swift submarines equipped with the latest modern armament and detection devices, • • • THE TANG is the first of three postwar suJ)marines to be constructed at the navy yard at an approximate cost of $15,000,000 apiece. This morning's ceremony highlighted the first keel-laying since the close of World War II, Base officials saftl the next two submarines scheduled for construction here are the USS Wahoo and the USS Gudgeon. AIJ three are named after World War II boats Jost ln action. The keel-laying today followed reports last week by base officials that the employment level at the yard ls expected to remain steady at about 5,500 workers. Several other submarines are Portsmouth-bound, base officials added, for overhaul and repair work. • • • new underwater craft will greatly eclipse the conventional speetls of prewar days. They 'YOU DO IT THIS WAY ADMIRAL'-C. E. Cole, special Jeadingman will contain the latest developments welder at the Portsmouth naval shipyard shows Rear Admiral John H. in radar, sonar and long-range deBrown, Jr., how to "strike an arc'' on the keel of the USS Tang, laid today tection instruments. at the shipyard. (Portsmouth Herald photo) THE -- ' AMONG THESE are a streamlined superstructure and conning tower extra batteries for submerg~ high speeds and the snorkel, underwater "breathing" d e v i c e which makes possible submerged operation of di~! engines. The Pickerel was christened and commissioned on April 4, 1949. construction began at the local shipyard in August, 1947, and work was completed July 25, 1949. Lt. Comdr. Paul R. Schratz, USN, of Pittsburgh, Pa., ls commanding officer. THREE -- - -- - - - - - - - - -- �Sub Squalus Went to Bottom '1,~ ~ Ten Years Ago "Submarine USS Squalus down off Isles of Shoals." That was the message that struck deep Into tne heart of the Port.'!mouth area 10 years ago today. The word was flashed to the local naval base from the USS P ena.cook, which had accompanied the Squalus to a diving area five miles southeast of the Shoals for routine diving practice, The USS Sculpin, sister ship of the Squalus, was dispatched to I stand by while the navy department I swung into action to rescue the ' Squalus crew. • • • MEN were snatched from a watery death aboard the vessel while the n ames of 26 were listed as ca1,ualties. THIBTY-THREE It was not until four months later that Portsmouth residents silently lined tne coas t to watch the halfsubmerged Squalus towed up the harbor to the naval base. I \ I 1 COMMISSIONED-The crew and officers of t he US S P ickerel stand at at tention on her deck as R ear Adm lral Morton L, Deyo places th e navy's latest addition to i ts underseas fleet in commission. (Portsmouth Herald I\ photo) \ ifwin Ceremony Held Op~ . . For New Sub Here The "latest word" in modern undersea fighters-the USS Pickerelwas christened and placed in commission today at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. Her sponsor was Mrs. John R.ll'-- -- - - -- - -- - Moore, wife of a naval captain who Miss Virginia. C. Strafford of served a1, a submarine commander Portsmouth represented the shipin the last war. First captain of the Pickerel ls yard employes in presenting an en- , Lt. Comdr. Paul R. Scnratz, USN, graved silver bowl to Mrs. Moore. . 1 From the christenints platform at of Pittsburgh. The ship was placed in commL%ion by Rear Adm. Mar- the ship's bow, the official party moved t o the main deck of the ton L. Deyo of Kittery Point, commandant of the First naval district. Pickerel where the ship was placed \ In commission. • • • • • • MRS. MOORE'S softly spoken, "I THE PICKEREL was built in chriljten thee, Pickerel," was the Boston In 1944 and launched wltlh- 1 only sound heard by the 1,000 specout chr istening cer emonies. With tators above the roar of the water rushing in through the floodgat es I three other submarines she was brought to Portsmouth in 1945 and to float the Pickerel from her dryconstruction was resumed. dock. Work was discontinued on the The christening ceremony was followed by a brief talk by Rear Adm. · four vessels in August, 1946 but a year later the shipyard was ordered John H. Brown, Jr., USN, comto complete them as snorkel submandant of tne naval base, who demarines. scribed the Pickerel as the "latest Two of tlhe vessels were transword in submarine construetlon." ferred back to Boston but the PicThe Pickerel ls equipped with the kerel and the -USS Volador were newest electronic devices, snorkel kept in Portsmouth. The Volador and Is built for high submerged was commissioned last fall. speed, the admiral said. Later recom~ssloned the USS Sailfish, the submarine went on to chalk up a glorious war record before being decommissioned and sold for scrap metal. The, vessel's conning tower stands on the mall at the local base as. a memorial for the 26 sailors who lost their lives aboard the historic USS Squalus. Local Shipyard Promotes "3 ~ lp ·Two to Chief Quarterman Harold A. Wilson of Kittery and F red E. Welch of York recently were promoted from quartermen to chief quartermen at the P o1-tsmouth naval · shipyard. fo Mr. Wilson, for the past seven years a quarterman pipefitter in Shop 56, is a native of Kitte1·y Point. He was born April 15, 1900, · and wen t to wo rk at the yard August 27, 191 5. He was the fi rst appren tice \ pipefitter at the shipyard. During World War I he served 1.i. overseas with the AEF. Feb. 19, 1940, h e was made leadingman pipefitler 1 and May 4, 1942, advanced to quarterma.n. He was a char-ter member of A five-man committee, to lead F rank E. Booma American Legion Portsmouth n a al shipyard 1918, as a general helper. He received woriters in · their fight for steady membership in the Wall!ngford -Haremployment, was named yesterr is post of Kittery. Ya rd. Workers 3 Name Committee day at a meeting of representatives from 25 shipyard organi• zations. The commit tee includes Bart Dalla Mura, ch airman; Thomas S, Marden, president of the avy Yard Improvement a.ssociation; Clarence Anderson of Lodge 836 Intema.tiona.l Association of Machinists; Theodore C. Hay of the National Association of Naval and Technical Su pervisors; .and Robert O'Leary of t h e Appren tices' association. MR. WELCH, a native of York, was born July 15, 1901. After graduation from York high school he went to work at t he yard in July, 1918, as a general helper. He received a machinist r ati ng Jan . 1, 1923. H;e was t he first president of t he Naval Sh ipyard Sportsman's association and a member of the Quartermen and Leadingmen's associa• tion. He also ls a past master of St. Aspinquid lodge of Masons and the York Grange. �NCIVY PiisOner DeOd, Eight Others Stricken By Poisonous Fluidavo , . --- -~6Men Reporied :'Eight Prisoners On 'Critical' Lis, , Recover Fromu1,1l At Yard Hospital Poison 'Drinks' One navy prisoner Is dead today and eight others arc hospitalized, six in critical condition, after drinking a poisonous fluid from a duplicating machine at the Portsmouth naval disciplinary barracks. A naval base spokesman listed the dead man as William Brown, Jr., : steward recruit, USN, son of Mrs. ' Della Brown of Baltimore, Md. Base authorities withheld the . names of the other men pending notification of next of kin. All men involved are Inmates of the disciplinary barracks. • • • CAPT. JOUN B. GRIGGS, USN, Eight Naval Disciplinary barrncks prisoners apparently are recovering today from the effects of drinking a poisonous duplicatmg machine fluid while the body of a ninth victim, a 19-year-old sailor, is en route to Jamestown, s. c., for !·uneral services ancl burial. Poison Dri~ker_s?~'\ 'Out of Danger All eight naval disciplinary barracks prisoners who drank polson~us du Ucatlng ma.chine 1luld and eP e violently 111 a.re out of danger, ~tsmouth naval base o!flcla.ls reported today. hief capt John B. Griggs, USN, C of staff, said the naval hospital .has n ames o! the men from remov ed the 1 f\ the critical and serious ltsts. sri:lc:l d been on the c h the men a • r t since ' list and two on the senous lS TUesday wnen the "drinking" intook the life of one 19-yearcId en t . old Baltimore, Md., sai1or. b d A three-man Investigating oar Is still pro11lng t,he matter, Captain Griggs added, , Capt. John B. Griggs, chief of staff at the Portsmouth naval base, said the names of six men a.re still carried on the naval hospital's critlcal list as a. matter of hospital 1 routine while the names of two others are on the i;erlou11 list. • • • "THE DOCTORS expect to re- I Yard Workers 11 1 Set Date for 1Welfare Meeting naval base chief of staff, reported lease a couple of the men very soon. ' that Brown died at 2:35 pm yes- however," Griggs said, "and they terday at the naval hospital here are hopeful about the condition of after the nine men drank the fluid all the others." "somewhere in the disciplinary barCaptain Griggs said no details racks." Griggs said that a formal navy are as yet available on how the A meeting of all the heads of orlnvestlgatlcm Is under)vay and de- 1 men obtained the poisonous fluid , ganized groups Interested In the tails of the Incident will not be re- or whether they drank It straight welfare of the Portsmouth naval ' leased until the probe ls completed. from the containers or not. "That shipyard will be held next ThursHe said he believed, however, that Is a matter for the board of Inday at 8 pm In the Community · the prisoners obtained the deadly vestigation to decl.de," he added. Center. fluid while working on a mimeoGlrlggs said the containers of graph ma.chine. He did not describe duplicating machine fluid-believed The meeting ls sponsored by the the fluid but said he believed It to have wood alcohol base-are acPortsmouth Naval Shipyard Assocontained wood alcohol. cesslble anywhere on the base. All elation." "Those machines are located In 1 of them a.re plainly marked, "Poison In calling the meeting, the comsevernl places at the bn.se, so It -not to be taken lnternall,y," he mlttee pointed out that "there wasn't too dl!Ilcult for the men to added. seems to be a sincere desire among obtain the fluid," Griggs said. 1 The dead youth Is William Brown, all employes of the shipyard to • ♦ • I Jr., recruit steward, son of Mrs. Ide!make a concerted and united efIIE ASSERTED that he was "not la Brown of 1824 North Appleton fort to promote the general we1fare \ at liberty" to disclose In what sec• street, Baltimore, Md. He died Tuesof this historic yard." i tlon of tJ1e disciplinary barracks day afternoon at the naval hospital • • • ' the incident occurred . llhortly after he was admitted from THE COMMITTEE llPOkesman Griggs also was unable to divulge the disciplinary barracks. added . that 1t ls a known fact that additional informa.tlon about the • • • "most" other shipyards have an ordead prisoner's background and reGRIGGS RELEASED the names ga.nlzed group which represents the ferred all Inquiries to Comdr. Noro! the eight hospitalized men late employes In every activity. man D. Gage, USN, executive officer yesterday afternoon a.'!ter notifying An investigation of the layoff of at the barracks. their next of kin of their condition. 1,200 men at the Boston naval base case history I "I haven't Brown's On the critical list are Edward is to be conducted at the tnstlga.tlon i here. You'll have to get it from Curry, USN, of Binghamton, N. Y., of the Boston employes group, the Gommander Gage," Griggs exRoy Jones, USN, of Huntington committeeman said. plained. Park, Calif., Jack McQulllan, USN, "Apparently such groups stand However, Commander Gage ~mid of Compton, Calif., George W. God- ready to assist their respective shlphe had presented "all information" frey, USMC, of Marietta, Ga., Jo- yards when workloads slacken and to Griggs and was not authorized seph Harda, USN, of Steubenville, appropriations are insufficient to to discuss the case. Ohio, and James D. Klingler, USN, maintain prevailing employment of Altoona, Pa. levels," he continued. The seriously Ill were Identified as "It Is the concensus that present John Schiller, USN, of Milwaukee,\. and future jobs at the Portsmouth Wis., and Olyde J, ~ouss, USN, .01 naval shipyard may be placed In Cl!arlotte, N. C. , Jeopardy through the lack ot an or. ---ganlzed group composed of 11,U employes and interested public spirited citizens." I Shipyard Workers Protest Reductions To Navy Officio~~ ' i Portsmouth naval shipyard representatives a.re In Washington today seeking to forestall possible job losses througih fund reductlcms at the I yard. , , . , Clarence 1:,. Anderson of 139 Con, cord Way and Henry W. Hodgdon of 11 Sterling road, Kittery, who repre- ' sent the International Assoclatloljl of Machinists jLt the shipyard, confer; ed~l.t h Se~ M'i,~ii,i;it.,~•chase. Smith of Maine yeisterdiiy, They also I met with Assistant Seoretary,of the Navy J ohn T. Koehler. . '--:" \ Anderson and Hodgpon told Senator Smith bhat within a comparatively short period there hav_e been four layoffs at the yard with an aggregate total of 141,,fi % of the employes effected. • • • ,, AN OFFICIAL hearing with navy department heads as well as ranking naval officers ls scheduled for today. The Portsmouth representatives as well as Maine and New Hampshire legislators said they would protest 1 any removal of work from Maine to the Boston yard. 1 In an effort to fight a cut of 1,_200 men at the Boston navy yard, 1 Massachusetts congressmen have asked the navy department to shift , work from the Bath Iron Works. The Ba.th base has a backlog of work and the Bay Sta.ters maintain that It Is a private company which should · share the work with government yards. 1· I The local shipyard representatives claimed that the slash In personnel at the Portsmouth base ls far greater than that at other shipyards when figured on a percentage basis. • • • THEY TOLD Senator Smith that layoffs at the Portsmouth yard have been reported In Washington 'as 3 % . However, they . have figures ,with them claiming to . show a 14 'h % slash In working force. Bri~ish Cruiser ; 'l- '2 ~ Due_Here July 13 Initial plans for an entertainment program _for the crew of the HMS Glasgow,· which will be in P ort!lmouth !Tom· July 13-19 <1n a g~wlll visit, were mapped tlm morn• Ing at a meeting or municipa:l officials and representatives of the 1 Portsmouth naval base. City Mana,ger Edward C. Peterson said he and Mayor Cecil M. , Neal met with the naval officers 1n Peterson's office and discussed possible dances, a band concert and ' · other entertainment for the 600 .. of- . flcers and men assigned to the ·Brl~ · tlsh cruiser which us based at _the · American station at Bermuda. Various local o~anlzatlons will be , a.c;ked to cooperate on the program; · ,T he cruiser will dock a.t .tbe.::nav • ' ""<!II se.-- ------ ~ �' 'f ' 90 ' \NClvy Yard Workers Pledge Fight J. . •· . 'llt..l1 5 ~ .~~~~~!~~~din t~m'!'~N~~r'f~~'British ---l_u_m_p_ Consul 1·~~ , ilhlpyard employes, with the help of a few city officials and i civic leaders, gathered under a cloud of pessimism In the Community Center last night for a 1ober look at their job destinies and came up · with the, conclu■Ion that they wlll have to go '"1tralrht to Washington" to ruarantee their future security. The "welfare" meeting, called b:, . a volunteer "committee t>f ' ' four," was keyed to the note that "as the shipyard goes, so goes • Portsmouth, Kittery, Eliot, York, the Berwick■ and a big segment of New Hampshire." Out of the two and a half hour ~esslon of impro~~u l;peec,hessome ~ong a!!.""'119fne terse-,thFre came one unanimous aci'nowledgement--that "1he · work load at the Jbcal yard bas declined , steadily In the past two years, I that It may fall off even faster , .In the future and that the navy • yard workers themselves ~ust · "fight for their fair shar, of work.'' . •,:. · 1 , Another general agreement 'was that the 25 various organlf :zatlons within the y,trd, incl!Jd· ·Ing trade unions, veterans associations and others, must form a single, unified committee that " will seek the bacldng of area city officials and congressmen in pushing the fight for steady emI ployment. That committee of five members will report its suggestions at · another "welfare" meeting June 30. A sharp note of discouragement crept Into the generally 1: peS11lmistlc overtone of the whole •· meeting when both Councilman . Mary C, Dondero and City Man- bury, have residents who work at the shipyard, he said, adding that their pay totals more than $353,000 every week. · Portsmouth residents alone, Sherry said, are paid $105,481 a week, or $S,000,000 a year. •.rhcre are l,6S0 Portsmouth people Pm• ployed at the yard. Kittery res• !dents working at the yard numher 990, with a weekly payroll of the Ranger lodge of the Internatlonal Association of Machinists, agreed with Matthews' view that "fast and eCOJ:\Omlc production" are all that will "save" the yard. . "No amount of publ!c!ty will help 1 us," Hodgdon said, "not when we're competing with big yards l!ke Bos1 ton, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Bremerton, Norfolk and Mare Island." Bart Dalla Mura of the Retlre$63,289. ment association, echoed the same The total shipyard payroll theme. every year Is about $18,000,000, "Mr. Matthews put his finger on Sherry 8 11,id, "so what affects the the problem. The answer now ls how yard affects us all." ' fast and how economically we ca11 · The meeting was then thrown do the job. We're poorly organized open to discussion from the .in trade unions, We also have that floor. Mularky called on offl• competition to beat when we go to eers of various shipyard unions · Washing.ton looking for more work. and associations. Most of them The big CIO and AFL unions are offered opinions on methods of there. ahead of us." · ·· j Other members of the "committeeforestalling the anticipated slump. Only two of the approximately 20 of-four" besides Sherry and Mularky speakers declined to voice tl1eir are Charles w. Barutlo and Robert views. · , C. Arnold. · ,, Mrs. Dondero said, "I will be glad · to do anything I can to help. I think it's a little late now for such action, but something might be done. While It is late, I think we should go right down to Washington and fight for 1 The transfer of two local navy ou1· rights." 1 officers was announced today by • • • DR. SIMON MARKOS, mayor of off.lclals at the Portsmouth naval Dover, pledged the aid of the people shipyard and base. of Dover and urged the shipyard They are Capt. John B. Griggs, workers to "write your congress- Jr., USN, chief of staff at the base, and capt. Ralph s. McDowell, USN, 1 men, not form letters, but 1·eal letters and get all your friends and commander of the local shipyard. neighbors to help you." Captain Griggs, who has seryed City Manager Peterson asserted, in his present capacity since Febru"You're starting in the right diary, 1948, will retire June 30. His rectlon, although it may be a little relief will be Capt. Leon N. Blair, : iate. Get your own organization USN former intelligence officer of first, the get the support of cities the Fif,t h naval district at Norfolk, , and towns around you. There's no Va. Blair Is due to arrive at the question but you'll get It. Certainly base tomonow. Portsmo1,Jth will give you 100% supCaptain McDowell will be transarer Edward C. _Peterson said It port." !erred to the bureau of ships in ,, may even now be too late to Mayor Cecil M. Neal sounded a Washington, D. c., July 22. He will ! forestall further layoffs, aldifferent note when he told the yard serve there for a year and then will ., though both officials pledged workers t._hey are "victims of a spoils retire. He has been stationed In ' the "100% cooperation" of the system with headquarters in WashPortsmouth for more than three i city, years. Vincent l'. Mularky, one of 1 lngton." "It's unfortunate, but true," Neal Cap~aln McDowell's successd'r, f the "committee of four," introsaid. "I don't see why such a sysCapt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, will duced as spokesman, George S. 11 tern must be, but there It is. Some arrive here July 17 and will assume • Sherry, who explained that the his new duties when Captain Mcmeeting was called to gather ' method should be worked out so 't appropriations will be set aside Dowell's transfer becomes effective. suggestions for means of at:y year for the nation's defense McShane Is now assigned to the ; tacking the problems of layoffs and we should get a proportionate bureau of ships In the nation•, cap: and lack of work loads. share of it." ' ital. · · Ile contended that the navy E. c'urtls Matthews, speaking as a · yard problem Is ·a "problem for representative of the Chamber of every community surrounding Commerce, furnished some of the the yard Itself.'' To illustrate his strongest words of the meeting. point, Sherry said that within "We're facing a serious situation a IO-mile radius of the naval In this country," he declared. "TruInstallation, yard workers take man wants four billion more dollars , home a payroll of $10,000,000 wh1'le we're asking him to cut down annually, or $199,000 every week. expenses. Some of our federal in- 1 Eighty-six communities, exstltutlons are caught ln 1 the economy pinch-and the Portsmouth shipyard ls one of them. "If you expect work here, you've got to produce and you've got to have an organization. By all means ,organize I" I I I I Navy Transfers 2-Yard Officers"l~ I i --'- Confers Here on '\,-~ Cruiser's Visit.3~ C. E. Whltamore, British consul general at Boston, arrived at the naval base this morning to confer ' with oUlclals on the scheduled visit of t'he British cruiser, HMS Glasgow,. on July 13. The Glasgow will pay a courtesy call In return for the call now being made in Portsmouth, England, by the USS Missouri. Whltamore arrived at 10' o'clock · this morning and inspected a marine honor guard of 36 men. An 11 gun salute was fired by the guard in his honor. The conference was held in Admiral John H. Brown, Jr., office, J with Capt. John B. Griggs, Jr., USN, chief of staff at the base who is beIng transferred, and Capt. Leon N. Blair, USN, who arrived today to take Captain Griggs' place. Tentative plans for entertaining the officers and men of the Glasgow .were made, and wlJI be released at a later date. Whltamore toured the YJ!rd with Captain Griggs and lunched with Admiral Brown. I I I - I • King May Write His Memoirs Here Admiral Ernest J. King, retired Chief of Naval Operations and former fleet admiral, may write his memoirs from the Portsmouth naval hospital, it was learned unofficially , this morning. Hospital officials declined to confirm or deny the report King would reside here In the near future, but from their attitude, indicated the report was true. Admiral Deyo:;.i\ Retires July 29 Rear Admiral Morton L. Deyo, USN, commandant, fir.st naval district, will retire July 29 to his home In Kittery Point. Ceremonies will be held aboard the frigate Constitution at the Ca-Jarlestown naval shipyard. He will be relieved as commandant and commander of the naval base at Boston, by Rear Admiral Leo H. Thebaud, USN, presently Inspector-general for the navy in Washington. Admiral Deyo served 1n the navy 42 years and holds the Legion of Merit for his part as naval commander of the Invasion ot Southern France during the last war. I �-L egionnaire Claims Shipyard 'Flouts' Vets; Layoff Policy Backed Admiral Tells Merrow Cuts Unavoidable "With the exception of tlie"New ' York naval shipyard, each naval ! shipyard has had to bear some part of this reduction In employment. 1 1 The assignment of two large carrier conversions to the New York naval Reduced appropriations were shipyard made It Impossible to reI Past Comdr. John F. O'Brien of blamed again yesterday for the re- duce the employment level there. Portsmouth's Frank E. Booma post, ductlon In employment at the Ports- Because of these conversions, howAmerican Legon, complained today mouth naval shipyard. ever, virtually no rep11lr or overhaul that Portsmouth naval-shipyard ofIn a formal statement to U. S. work hai; been scheduled for New flcll\Ts are "discriminating" against Rep. Chester E. Merrow, the navy's York during the fortltcomlng fiscal veterans. chief of the bureau or ships said year. But O'Brien's claims were denied the layoffs were "unavoidable." "Reducing employment at Ports- . immediately by shipyard officials However, Rcor Adm. D. H. Clark, mouth 1rnd the other na.vRl ship- '. who sn!ct accusations of discriminathe navy spokesman, claimed that yArds hn~ bern n. difT!cult proble1h. i tion have never been "substa,ntlatPortsmouth "has fared somewhat For strategic reasons, prime con- ' ed." better than other East coast naval slderatlon had to be given to ef- , O'Brien, speaking before the Le- · shlpyards, with the exception of fectlng these reductions without glon'_s state convention In Lebanon, New York, in the matter of work impairing the efficiency of the fleet. was reported by the Associated Press cutbacks. "Portsmouth has ifared somewhat · · as contending that shipyard officials better than other East Coast naval are "continuing to flout" federal ••• • preference laws In the hiring of "MEASURED EITHER In terms shipyards-except, of course, New workers. t of employes laid off or In terms of York. Measured either in terms of In his annual report, O'Brien, who percentage of employes dismissed," employes laid of-f or i_n terms or Is chairman of the Legion's veterans . he added, "Portsmouth has sus- percentage of employes dismissed, preference committee, said the yard, ta,!ned a smaller employment re- Portsmouth has sustained a smallI er employment reduction tha.n the "as the single largest employer of duction than other shipyards." veterans within the state, and as an \ other shipyards. "This factor may be attributed to agent supposedly subject to national Although 187 employes are being dismissed In a previously announced the strategic Importance of Ports- j laws and the rulings of the Civil layoff, the number affected In some mouth as a submarine design, build- \ Service commission, continues to manner will total 409, Clark said. lug, repair and over)'laul yard. Cur- evade and avoid the spirit and This ls due to reassignment of 222 l intent of the law whenever posemployes to other positions In the rently, 187 employes are being sep- sible." yard because of i:r.paratlon rights arated from the yard. • • • "The number affected by the reand veterans' pn:tcrences. IIE SAID there was "outright disduction, however, is much greater. crimination" against veterans and Rel\llZl\llon of the serious effect Bccl\usc of sepl\ratlon rights and any appel\l "Is met with endless dethe reduction I will have on the vr.t.crnns preference, 222 employes 11\Y and eventual unfavorable ac• Portsmouth area was acknowledged will be re-assigned to other posl- ' tion." by Clark. He claimed, however, that t!ons In the yard. Thus, 408 emCapt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, attention was given to every pos- p!oyes are affected In some man- shipyard commander, countered O'sible alternat,lve before the drastic ner although the net reduction to- Brien's statement with the observaaction was taken. tion that "discrimination charges tals 187. Admiral Clark's letter In full fol"You may be assured thl\t I fully have never been substantiated." lows: McDowell said that several t!mes 1 realize how seriously the Ports1 "During your conference with me : mouth area Is ll!ffected by this re- In the past such claims have been · yesterday, you strongly urged that duction In force . Yet, as I mention- made but have never been "borne steps be taken to provide additional ed yesterday, enforced separations out" upon subsequent investigation work at the Portsmouth naval ship- can never be accomplished without by the navy department or the Civil yard and thereby forestall the re- some hardship. Attention was given Service commission. "This sounds very similar to the duction In employment at the yard. to eveny possible alternative before resolution passed last year by the "As I pointed out, Portsmouth Is this drastic action was taken. not the only naval shipyard which "I regret that, for the reasons American Legion,'' McDowell said, has had to reduce employment with- outlined above, it is not practic- "and copies of that re&olutlon went in -the past few months. It was able to accede to your request for to the department and congression• recognized earlier this year that ex- 1 the assignment of additional work · al representatives." · • • • · pendltures must be brought down to tu Portsmouth at this time." THE SHIPYARD OFFICIAL said e. level consistent with the funds at that time Secretary of the Navy which will probably be appropriated John L. Sullivan asked the New to the navy for the fiscal year 1950. Hampshire Legion department to be "This reduction In the navy's "more speclflc" in its claims. operating forces and supporting He asked them to repott nAmCll, tabllshment began in January, 1949. , dates and incidents or dlscrimatory By curtailing the entire scale of tactics against shipyard veterans, navy operations• at so early a da,te, McDowell said. it was hoped that the planned levIn addition, the navy secretary el or operations for -the new fiscal Informed the state department that year could be reached by July, 1949, the Civil Service commission had and thereafter maintained · fairly told him that it had inspected the constant throughout the fiscal year. local shipyard. Continuing operations at this level will depend on the approprlatlorui for fiscal 1950. ii,. NayY Yard Gets New Officer ff.. ,. A new production officer is now on duty at the navy yard. Capt. James M. Hlck.s USN, recently replaced Capt. Thomas J. Reamy, USN. The 52-year-old officer is a native of Washington, D. C. and was graduated from the nave.I academy In 1925. , He graduated from the New London, Conn., submarine school In 1927 after a short tour of duty with the battleship Texas. Capt. Hicks' first submarine service was on the S-30 in the Asiatic theater. Officer O~n%s O'Brien Claim As Unfound~d • • • AFTER A POST graduate course a~ the naval academy, he attended Penn State college I where he received his ma.ster's degree in engineering. · ! His next duty was as executive officer aboard the S-12 and as division and squadron engineer, respectively, In Panama. He then served as nava! inspector at the Philadelphia naval shipyard before ·going to China as com- . manding officer of the 8 -41. Other submarines Capt. Hicks has 1 served with, are the R-14 and the USS Barracuda, a Portsmouth built submarine. , In 1944 he took command of the USS Westmoreland and remained with the ship until its decom1 missioning In 1946. · ' Capt. Hicks comes here from the, Mare Island (Cal.) yard. , I l l e.,- l I • In its !eport the commission said: "The persQnnel a,ctlvitles of_ this shipyard and it.s board (the Board of Civil Service Examiners) . were found to be 1n excellent condition and the recorder and the employ- · ment superintendent should . be commended for this state of affairs. "It was found that satisfactory procedures for dealings with veterans preference are being folloy.'ed ,... In th!& ~ncy." _,., • • • McDOWELL SAID that Sulll• van's letter to the state department was dated Aug. 2, 1948. The captain continued, "every employe, veteran or non-veteran, , has the right of appeal to a grlev• ance board. If the board fall& to !find !n his favor, he can still take his case higher up, either · to the navy depa,rtment or to the Civil Service commission.'' �~_if.'; - Yard ·Association . Capt. Griggs Will Retire Gets 'Shot-iri~A~m' ' With Rear Admiral Rank To Wage Job Fight I Secona,.Meeting I~~~ed~lld for:iv' Yard Job Fight ~-\,. ').I:\ l ;'Na;y yard workers make their second move tomorrow night In an attempt to preserve their jobs and i~ ' ~p;eared today that they have chosen to resurrect an old "improve- , me.rit''. committee and breathe new I life' into it. ·. I ~ r: •1'A' mass meeting-the ~econd In a The 30-year-old Portsmouth Navy Yard Improvement association was given a "shot-In-the-arm" last night when 50 naval shipyard employes voted to revitalize the organization. Intending to use the Improvement association as a weapon to fight for additional workloads at the local shipyard, the employes also authorized the committee to "push" the matter of elections in the association. Retirement tomorrow for Capt. John B. Griggs; USN, means the two stars of a rear admiral. A veteran of 30 years naval service, the captain has served at the Portsmouth naval base since Feb. 16, 1948, as chief of stalT to the base commander. 1 However, the captain doe5 n o t > r = = = = = - - - - - - - - - plan to leave Portsmouth immediatel,y. He and Mrs. Griggs will continue ·to reside at 175 Middle road this .summer. Sullivan, King Arrive Together At Local Airport ~apt. Leon N, Blair, USN, who Is successor to Griggs as chief of ~taff, gained wartime recognition as 'J~ ..\ a leader In the development of sub. Adm. Ernest J. King, in civil• • • marine "wolf pack" tactics. ian clothes and In company THE SPECIAL EMPLOYE comCommanding submarine divisions with former Secretary of the mittee brought in four recommenda- ; 22 and 45 In the Pacific, he was Navy John L. Sullivan, arrived tions on which to base reorganiza- t awarded the Navy Cross for skillful me!hods tor the job fight, said the this afternoon at the Portstion: and daring attacks as leader of a \ group ,will recommend that the Navy mouth airport In a plane flown (1) Each shop and major office coordinated attack group operating from Washington. Yard Improvement association be . will elect a delegate, who · may be in dangerous enemy waters. The spruce former fleet ad, eithe1 a non-supervisory or a super- , retained with orders to wage an • • • miral posed briefly for news ! visory emp1oye. Every employe may . IN ADDITION, he received the photographers and was whisked vote. , • . Legion . of Merit with a "V" Letter active campaign for increased work away by naval base officials. (2) These delegates shall meet loads and appropria,tions for the of Commendation ribbon, P;esldenRear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., and elect officers. Any employe yard, tlal Unit citation, and American and Portsmouth naval base comcan be an officer, whether or not a • • • 1 Pacific Are11 Campaign ribbons . mander, headed the greeting 'DALLA · MURA, Thomas S. Mar- ' . delegate. Prior to his Pacific duty, Captain party. (3) The delegates and officers shall den, president of the Improvement ; Blair, who was graduated from the Sullivan said, "I'm here only a~soclatlon; •Clarence Anderson of . form an . executive committee to for the weekend," referring- apcarry on the business , of the or- U. S. naval academy In 1923, served Lodg-e 836, International Association as executive officer at the naval parently to his summer home of Machinists; Theodo1·e C. Hay of \ a1rcli ~tfo~i~ shall ~e operating base, Coco Solo, C. Z., and : at Little Boar's Head, North the National Association of Naval 1 as personnel officer for submarine llam11ton. "I'm retiring- to my .. -~ ·' and Technical Supervisors, and Rob- \' elected annually. . law practice after 10 years rovBart Dalla Mura; a member of squadron there. ert O'Leary of the Apprentices' as-. He attended submarine school at ernment service, and I'm thorsociation, comprise the committee. .' · the committee · and representing the oughly enjoying it," Sullivan Quarterman's and Leadingman's New London, Conn., in 1925 after The five men were named at the added rood-naturedly. association urged the employes to serving aboard t.wo battleships, the USS Colorado and the USS New direction o! 150 workers who at- "pick your delegate carefully." tended 1Jhe first "we1fare" meeting.\ Dalla Mura said, "the day of York. • • • ' two bit and 10-cent contributions 1 CRUISERS scheduled for July 31 At that first meeting, the work- , LATE IN THE WAR, Captain Blair is over. If we, can't put this over, ers heard from various shipyard we might as well forget the whole had duty as training officer for new to Aug. 13 include: Aircraft carrier employes and several city officials, . construction submarines on the 'USS Kearsarge, leaving Quonset thing." all of whom agreed that the prob- . s-taff o! the commander submarine Point, R. I., with 180 enlisted men He claimed the shipyard is carrylerns of cutbacks and layoffs would , ing an "unbalanced" workload with force, Atlantic. He was transferred and 20 officers; cruiser USS Rohave to be carried "straight to 1 the work concentrated in two or to the Fifth naval district as intel- chester, leaving Newport with 100 Washington" to guarantee future I three shops while five others are ligence officer, his most recent duty, men and 10 officers; ships of Des·. security. after commanding submarine Squad- . troyer Divisions 102 and 141, leaving crying for work projects. Newport with 100 men and 10 offiq ' .. ron 18. • • • . The . 160 workers heard reports cers. Captain Blair, his wife, two sons "FROM NOW TO THE end of the work load at the local yard has The carrler USS Wright wlll loove and two daughters will live at declined steadily in -t he past two · the year Is the important time," quarters "D" at the naval base. Quonset Point ,pn Aug. 21 for a twoDalla Mura said, "and quick action yea.rs and that it mBf:/ fall off even week crulse·with 25 enlisted men and Is necessary." , wter In the future and that the I five officers froin the New England He painted a dreary picture of , 'navy yard·, workers themselves must area on board. · Congress refusing appropriations 1 ; "fightt for their fair share of work." . I Destroyer Division 141 wlll conduct I ' and then when the budget bills are additional cruises between Aug. 28 enacted a "fight between the ship: :CITY,. COUNCILMAN Mary and Sept. 10 and between Sept. 25 yards" for the work allocated. I ' Dondero and City Mana.ger Edward '. a nd Oct. 8, with a complement each Richard Marr, a . member of the 'v time of 100 men and 10 officers from ' C. Peterson pledged the cooperation \' old, inactive Improvement associa:j '1 the naval reserve in New England. : of, .the City of Portsmouth, but tion, said that the organization Is f • • 7' \ Both cruises wlll leave from New•agreed that, "perhaps it Is too late \ going to continue and has a small ' . port. · to forestall further · cutbacks." "nest egg" of several hundred dol- , ' More than 1,100 New Englanl ?. ' A second cruise on the USS Rochlars to aid in the fight for addi•._ A volunteer "committee of four," naval reservists will participate In ester will be conducted for 150 entional work. who called the tlrst meeting, will Henry W. Hodgdon presided at \. annual two-week training cruises Hsted men and 15 officers between be in charge tomorrow night and · aboard various types of U. S. naval Sept. 4 and Sept. 17, with New-port the meeting. vessels, between July 24 and Oct. 8, ' will introduce the "committee of , It ·was announced •t oday at First as the port of embarkation. ftve" who wm · make their recom- , naval district headquarters. Ships of Destroyer Squadron 20 ,mendatiO'Ils to the general body. From July 24 to Aug. 6 the air- will cruise 50 enlisted men and five · It is expected that the yard work- ' craft ca1iier USS Leyte will cruise officers out of Norfolk between Sept. ers will be asked to take an active ; 25 enlisted men and 13 officers from 18 •a nd Oct. 1. part in the Navy Yard Improvement \ • • • this area. The port of embarkation association, write their congressmen L~BERTY PORTS for the Leyte, wll1 be Norfolk, Va. In the same for a review of the employment sit- , period ships of Destroyer Division Wo1cester and Destroyer Division uation here, and suggest other ' 182 will leave Newport, R. I ., with 182 cruises will be New York. Liberty 1 means of combattlng the slump. 50 enlisted men and fl ve officers ports for subsequent crnises will be f-rom New England on board. The announced at a later da te. 1 cruiser USS Worcester is also schedApplication for the cruises should 1 uled to leave Newport on July 24 be made a,t the nearest naval rewith a First naval district comple- serve training center. Members of ment of 50 enlisted men and five the org~nized naval reserve will be given _pnmary consideration, but apofficers. pllcat1ons from inactive naval reservists also wlll be accepted. few-cweeks-wlll be held at 8 pm tomorrow night In the Community Oenter. Bart Dalla Mura, chairman of a . committee- appointed to adopt I I f\~}'i!liiiat·tis·; ... . c.l I Naval Reserve • f SI ates Cru1ses or 1 100 N E Men �Hoist the Five Star-------. ~dmiral King Is Due British .Cruiser 1\~ Due Wednesday At Base TomorrR_Yt For 7-Day Visit A furious search is on at the Portsmouth naval base today for a five star flag that must go on display tomorrow when Fleet Admiral Ernest J. King "comes aboard" for a stay at the naval hospital. The man who led the world's largest fleet to victory in World War II is due at the Portsmouth airport tomorrow afternoon at 12:30. The length of the admiral's visit is "indefinite" but he is ex-· pected to remain at the base for the duration of the summer. Formal welcoming ceremonies probably will be omitted, a nav~l spokesman said today, because it is believed that Admiral King is on the "sick list." However, whether the admiral receives "honors" or not, the base is a beehive of activity today as the navy gets ready to receive one of its highest ranking officers. Detailed prepa.ration even includes the manufacture of a special five st;i.r plate for his . car. Admiral King, who is traveling from Washington with only an aide in his company, will be met at the airport by Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., USN, naval base commander, Capt, Leon N. Blair, USN, base chief of staff; and Capt. George A. Alden, USN, .naval hospital commandant. British Cruiser, Yard to Swap Salutes Tuesday l The roar of British and American gunfire will signal the arrival of HMS Glasgow, a British heavy cruiser, Tuesday morning for an eight-day visit to Portsmouth. Unlike the firing of British cannon in bhe wal's of mere than a century ago, the Glasgow's guns will be exchanging courtesy salutes in full naval tradition. The Glasgow's initial salute of 21 guns to the United States at 9 am will commence a six-day program of entertainment and official visits by the cruiser's men and officers. Shore guns at the Por tsmou i;h naval base will greet ~he cruiser with a similar 1 21-guh salute. When a 20-gun, 452-ton ship of the British navy was engaged in battle with an American squadron off Newport, R. I., in 1776, our forefathers read the name "Glasgow" lettered on its stem. on Wednesday morning at 9 am, New Englanders will see the seventh vessel to be christened Glas- . gow. But unlike its Revolutionary war predecessor, the modern shLp is a 12,000-ton, 592-foot cruiser which fought in European waters as America's ally in World War II. Naval base officials emphasized today that the Glasgow will arrive Wednesday, not Tuesday as was reported yesterday. I I • • • HMS GLASGOW WAS launched on the bank of the Clyde in 1936 by of England's prime minister, and was commissioned in 1937. Among the first ships to be bombed at sea during the recent war, the 1 Glasgow was slightly damaged when attacked by aircraft in the No1th1 ea, Oct. 9, 1939. At fue time of Germany's lnwslon .of Norway, Glasgow's royru marines were the first troops to land in that ' country. Later during the campaign she evacuated the royal family· of 'Nol'Way. In 1940 the ship was transferred to the Mediterranean where she par'ticipated in the battle at Taranto which crippled the Italian fleet. First serious damage was sustained in December, 1940, when the ship was torpedoed fore and aft by Italian airm-aft at Crete. Lady Baldwin, wife ADM. ERNEST J. KING The 71-year-old admiral was the first nian in American naval history to serve simultaneously as commander-in-chief of the U. S. fleet and as chief of naval operations. A veteran of the SpanishAmerican war and both world wars, Admiral King graduated from the naval academy in 1897. He took over command of the Atlantic fleet in 1941 with the rank of full admiral and later was advanced to chief of naval operations. • • • DURING 1941, the Glasgow served in the Indian Ocean protecting convoys from submarine attack. In Ma.y, 1942, she was repaired at the Brooklyn navy yard before returning to England to join the home fleet. When HMS Glasgow docks at Portsmouth , naval base, the ciby extend its hospitality to 58 ' British officers and 760 nien. Accompanied by the light cruiser Enterprise, the Glasgow intercepted will j a force of 11 Ger~an destroyers on Dec. 28, 1943, while operating 1from the Azores. The ensuing ac. tion lasted for three hom:s, by which time three of the enemy had been sunk . and four others dam- . aged. On "D" day, while attached to an American squadron, the Glasgow was accorded the honor of leading the squadron to the beaches of Prance to cover the la-n ding of the American 1st division. In June, 1944, the vessel participated in the bombardment of Cherbourg. Curre11tly, the Glasgow is flagshlp of the comma nder-in-chief, America and West Indies station, based at Bermuda. I ON 'SICK LIS '-Fleet Admiral Ernest J. King, left, chats with Portsmouth naval base commander, Rear Admiral John H. Brown, ~r., on his arrival yesterday at the Portsmouth municipal airport, The a~1ral's fivestarred plane also carried former Navy Secretary John L. Sullivan up from Washington' on a weekend visit to his summer home at North Hampton. I Admiral King plans a sumi:µer stay at the Portsmouth naval hospital for , recuperation and rest. (Portsmouth Herald photo) \, 'Z.. ' I WHEN THE VESSEL moves through the harbor, the naval base will fire a 15-gun salute to Vice Admiral R V. Symond.rTayler, commander-in-chie of the America and West Indies station, higqest ranking officer aboard the Glasgow. Rear Admiral John H. Brown, Jr., USN, naval base commander, will be honored by a return personal salute of 13 guns. A naval spokesman today announced the schedule to be followed by crew memlbers during their goodwill visit. After arrival at Pier 6 of the lo:al base at 11 am, naval and city >fficials will exchange calls with the British officers. Vice Admiral Symonds-Tayler and Capt. C. L. Firth, commanding officer of the Glasgow, will receive the official welcome to New Hampshire from Gov. Sherman Adams in his Concord office at 3 pm. While the royal marine band is presenting a concert in Market Isquare between 6 pm and 7 pm, 1Wednesday evening, crew members i will be shining their shoes in readiness for a dance at the naval base Igymnasium. • • • SERVICE CLUBS of Portsmouth will hold a banquet for British officers at the Rockingham hotel Thursday at 7 pm. Guest speaker will be Vice Admiral Symonds-Tayler. A second dance will be held for the crew at the base gymnasium Thursday evening. One hundr~d Portsmouth children between the ages of seven and ten will attend a party aboard the Glasgow between 3 anct, _5 pm, Saturday afternoon, Francis T. Malloy, recreation director of Portsmouth, will announce the method of selecting the children.._later. ,___ ___________ 1 �Welcome Prepared 1 \, \ For British Cruiser 1- Naval base officials are hoping for calm seas and clear weather tomorrow morning when the British cruiser, HMS Glasgow, arrives at 9 am I at outer Portsmouth harbor. 1 Initial contact with the ship will be made by a base tugboat which will be waiting to transfer nava.l officials, newsmen and photographers. Merchants Asked To Display Flags Miss Helen L. Kelly, Chamber of Commerce secretary, today suggested that downtown merchants display American flags in tribute ·/ to the visiting British sailors. I ? Today, however, Portsmouth 1s preparing entertainment for and by th€ 58 of,ficers and 760 men of the cruiser wl1o will paiticipate in the I courtesy visit. Recreation Director Francis T. Malloy has received several letters from children desiring to attend a. party aboard the vessel Saturday afternoon. He announced yesterday that 100 local youngsters between the ages of seven and 12 would be \ eligible. Youngsters from the rehabilitation center and the Chase children's home will have priority but additional names will be selected in a chance drnwing from those writing to Malloy at the Community Center. 1 • • • THE CITY will be host to 380 enlisted men Friday and Saturday nights at dances to be held In the Community Center. Arrival of !lhe ship will be signaled by an exchange of 21 gun national salutes which will be initiated by tJhe British and returned by the naval base. The base will fire a personal salute of 15 guns to Vice Admiral Symonds-Tayler, commander-in-chief of the America and West Indies station. The Glasgow will tJhen honor Rear Admiral John H. Brown, Jr., commander of the local nava-1 base, with a 13gun salute. After the vessel docks at Berth 6 at the naval base, official calls will be made by military and civilian authorities. Vice Admiral SymondsTayler will travel to Concord to receive the welcome of Gov. Sherman Adams at the State House. The Royal Marine band ·will present a concert in Market square tomorrow from 6 pm to 7 pm. Enlisted personnel and their guests will attend a party and dance at the naval base recreation building tomorrow evening from 8 pm to midnight. The civic clubs of Portsmouth have arranged a dinner at the Rockingham hotel Thursday night . in honor of the British visitors. Vice Adm!i,ral Symonds-Tay,ler will be guest speaker. At the same time, the naval base will sponsor another party-dance at the base gymnasium. I ... SPECIAL SERVICES at St. John's Episcopal church on Sunday moming will be attended by Vice Admiral Symonds-Tayler, Capt. John Holms, R. N., British naval attache from Washington, D. C., and several members of the ship's company. HMS Glasgow will welcome the 1 general public aboard on Sunday from 2 pm to 5 pm. The naval base will be open from 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm and visitors will be directed to the Glasgow. I GREETINGS-British Consul General C. E. Whitamore, right, welcomes Vice Admiral R. V. Symonds-Tayler, commander-in-chief of the America and West Indies station, left, and Capt. C. L. Firth, flag captain and chief of staff, to the United States on the arrival of HMS Glasgow at Portsmouth naval base yesterday. (Portsmouth Herald photo) British Tars Enjoy~,.\~ Port City Wel~ome American hospitality left a favorable impressipn with sailors from HMS Glasgow on the first day of their friendly invasion of Portsmouth yesterday. I Rear Admiral Morton L. Deyo, USN, commandant, F irst naval disP,rocurement of postcards to maillf' trict, will arrive at 4: 30 pm to visit home to the British Isles was their COURTESY CALLS were ex- I the Glasgow, which was a unit of a first objective after arrival in the changed shortly after the Glasgow task force commanded by him during city early in the afternoon. The docked by military and civil officials the war. sailors showed interest in historical and Vice Admiral R. V. Symondspoints and mingled with crowds Tayler, accompanied by members of HIGHLIGHT of the day 's activigath ered in Market square to hear a his staff. The Admiral later paid ties will be a banquet tonight at 7 concert by the royal marine band. his respects to Gov. Sherman Adams at the Rockingham hotel. The at the State House. Rotary, K iwanis, Lions and ExTop rating was given, however, to Governor Adams reLurned with change clubs are sponsoring the , the dance held for 300 crew members the ai{miral and was received aboard dinner which will honor the oflast night at the naval base recrea- t,he cruiser. ficers and m en of the Glasgow. Naval base officers and civilian tion building. Vice Admiral Symonds-Tayler guests, including the governor, en' • • • tertained officers of the Glasgow will be guest speaker. Rear Admiral John H. Brown , at a late afternoon reception in Jr., USN, P ortsmouth naval base bhe officers' club. The ship will leave Portsmouth Vice Admiral Symonds-Tayler ~mmander; Capt. Ralph s. McTuesday at 4 pm to cruise to Corwas host to 12 naval base and civ- ' Dowell, USN, shipyard commander; nerbr~ok, Newfoundla?1d. 1 ilian officials today at a luncheon Capt. George A. Alden, USN, naval I Durmg a recent visit to Poi;tsin his stateroom aboard the Glas- hospital commandant; Col. R. H. mouth, British Consul General c. E. Ridgely, Jr., USMC; and Capt. Leon gow. Whitamore said fuat the Glasgow N. Blair, USN, chief of staff at the Buses took several enlisted men was being sent to this port to return to local beaches for afternoon swim- naval base, wlll attend. the courtesy of a goodwill visit reming parties. cently made by the USS Missouri to Portsmouth, England. '- - - - - - - - - - - - - - I �Glasgow Sailors Preparing for Visit by Public \~ HMS Glasgow sailors are polishing brass and scrubbing decks today in preparation for a visit by the general public tomorrow afternoon. The Portsmouth open its gates_ to pm, and the Bntlsh come them aboaird ands pm. COURTESY CALL-Spectators watch from shore as chugging tugs assist the British cruiser, HMS Glasgow, up the nanow Piscataqua river for her courtesy visit to Portsmouth. In the background is the Portsmouth naval disciplinary barracks. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Hundreds Watch Glasgow Steam In for Goodwill Visit \,\~ Hundreds of spectators lining the shores of Portsmouth harbor were:i--.--:-_-_-_-_-_-_ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ thrilled by martial music and echoing gunfire as the British cruiser HMS Glasgow arrived this morning for a week's goodwill visit. A Portsmouth naval base tugboat waiting to transfer newsmen first sighted the cruiser at 9:15 at outer Portsmouth harbor. A 21-gun salute commenced at 9 :45 as t.1-J.e ship sailed past Whaleback lighthouse. At Fort Point light the Royal Marine band began playing martial music which lasted until the vessel dockell at berth six in the navy yard. 1 Spectators viewed the Glasgow from New Castle, Pierce island and . from automobiles parked on the causeway bridges of the New CastlePortsmouth road. John H. Weston, deputy chief of 1 the Portsmouth naval base fire deVice Admiral R. J. Symonds-TayOfficers and men will be dressed parbment, will report Monday to -the ler, commander in chief of the Amnaval air statlO'll at Pensacola, Fla., erica and West Indies station, said I in pirate costumes when the where he will sen•e as first assistant that Portsmouth will be the first i youngsters come aboard. CeremonCihief of the staltion fire depa;rtment. city in lrhe United States to be visit- ies will include walking of the plank A native and lid'e long resident of ed by the majority of the crew. 'I1his by crew members, and each child Portsmouth, Weston is the son of is the first call o summer cruise will be stamped on the arm wibh the late Alfred J. and Hal!Tiet (Newwhich will include :;tops at New- a skull and crossbones. According to Royal Marine Lieutenant Wilick) Weston. foundland, Canada, and the Ameriliams, the children usually are unHe was a member of the Portscan cities of New Ym·k, Anna,µolis, willing to wash for days afterwards mouth fire department for 16 years Md., and Washington, D. C. lest they remove the insignia. prior to joining the naval base deThe trim cruiser differs in' one partment in 1942 as a lieutenant. "OUR SUBMARINES," he said. major respect from ow· .naval ves• • • "are constructed in Portsmouth, sels. It contains a lfully equipped WESTON IS a member of bhe England. And the kinship between bar for use of its officers and a New England Association of Fire the two cities is unique in that our stock of rum for issue daily to the Ohiefs. He and his wife, Beatrice s. Portsmouth is in Hampshire county Weston, and their sons, John and while yours is in the state of New men. Crew members were applying the Robert, reside at 56 Boyd road. Hampshire." final wash to well polished wooden At a farewell party given recently The admiral disclosed that the decks and grey steel bulkheads as at the Pannaway club by his assoBritish are "holding back" on the •the ship entered Portsmouth hM'· ciates, C. E. Pitney, assistant chief, construction of large warships but bor. presented him with a gift from his are building submarines and de• • • fellow employes. stroyers. A CONTINGENT of 95 Royal At Pensacola he will serve under "Just watching world developMarines was aboard, in addition Chief Eugene Rickier, formerly asments," he commented. to her 58 officers and '160 men. sistant chief of the Portsmouth His area of command is extensive. Most welcome sight to the visitnaval base fire department. It covers a distance from the North ing sailors as they berthed at the pole to the South pole and from naval base was a truck load of mail. the coast of Gnienland to Hawaii. The naval base band and about • • 300 persons, including British ConTHE BRITISH anticipate the activities of the week with enthusi- sul General c. E. Whitamore, B~ asm but manifested particular in- ish Vice Consul W. J. Parkyns and Gov. Sherman Adams will return terest in a children's party to be Capt. John Holmes, RN, British held Saturday aboard the ship. The naval attache, were at the dock to from Concord at 5 pm with Admiral Symonds-Tayler to make an official traditional party is highlighted by greet . the Glasgow. call. The Royal Marine band will a "})irates' cave" reception. ' present a concert in Market square tonight from 6 pm to 7 pm. Deputy Fire Chief At Naval Shipyard Goes to Pensacola ~\.,s- I *------------ • II I I naval base will visitors at 1 :30 cruiser will welbetween 2 pm Today 100 local children are impatiently awaiting the hour of ~h:ee, "!"hen bhey will enter the 'pirates den" aboard the Glasgow for two hours of thrills and laughs. Dressed as buccaneers and clowns, the British sailors will go all out to make the traditional party for 7 to 12..;year-old youngsters the outstanding function of their stay in Portsmouth. • • • . RECREATION DIRECTOR Fran- cis T. Malloy 'selected the young/ sters in a chance drawing from the names of 400 applicants. At the request of Malloy James C. ~trillo, national head 'of the musICians union, supplied a 20 piece orch_estra, gratis, to provide dance music !or 300 British t.ars and h?stesses last night and again tomght at the Community Center. A cocktail parby aboard the Glasgow last night was attended by 350 guests. Smart stepping Royal Marines, led by Lt. Peter Williams and the marine band presented ~ marchi_ng and musical exhibition. Special services will be held at st• John's Episcopal churoh tomorrow morning. Vice Admdral Symonds-Tayler, Oapt. John Holmes R. N., British Naval attache, several members of the slµp's company wm attend. and John B. Mooney Sworn In for j(,9-0 Naval Academy John Bradford Mooney of Pinehurst r,oad was today sworn in as a midshipman a t the U. s. naval academy in Annapolis, Md. The son of-John Mooney of Keene and Mrs. Charles G. Emery of this city, young Mooney was graduated from Portsmouth high school last month. He is a past master councillor of the Portsmouth Chapter, Order of DeMolay, and was .a distance runner on Portsmouth high track ·teams for two years. He did not compete last spring because he was studying for the entrance exams at the naval academy. Mooney wa., named first al~mate by Sen. Charles G. Tobey earlier this year. He received word three weeks ago to report to the academy as the other youth appointed principal did not meet the physical requirements. / I t gs �British to1t,(':[ Entertain :3\•\) 3 SO Abo rel Glasgow HMS Glasgow will probably be a bit lower in the stern tonight when an oversize complement of cocktail party guests go aboard to participate in a return gesture of friendship. The visiting British will reciprocate for the program of wining and l dining which they have enjoyed I since arrival by entertaining 850 guests on the ship's quarterdeck. As one wide-eyed observer remarked as he scanned the Mst of military, government, diplomatic, church, educational and busi)less dignitaries from New Hampshire and Massachusetts: "Everybody and his brother will be here." • • • AFTER SHIP'S officers welcome the group aboard at 6, the Royal Marine band and guard will "beat the retreat," in a stirring musical and marching ceremony customarily conducted at sunset. Speaking at a joint banquet of the Lions, Rotary, Kiwanis and Exchange clubs at the Rockingham hotel last night, Vice Admiral R. V. Symonds-Tayler traced the related histories of Portsmouth, England, and Portsmouth, N. H. The name "Portsmouth," he said, "always produces happy memories for many a British sailor, for it is the major home port in England and many a sailor has his home in the vicinity." • • • HE ADDED that the city has been connected w.th 11eafar1ng since 897, and In 1509 the first warship to be built in Portsmouth was completed, "This is interesting," he added, "as it was Jess tha.n 100 years later that a small British squadron was , refitted here at Portsmouth, N. H." Admiral Symonds-Tayler said he recently studi(ld this city's colonlal history and learned that British naval ships were built here. • • • REFERRING to the refitting of British submarlnes here during the war, the Adm.ira,l said, "Here, at -Portsmouth, N. H., a great spirit of good fellowship and cooperation between our navies was born. "This comradeship and good fellowship has steadily grown. It has come to stay, for I have seen it as Glasgow Crew to Stage 'R etreat 'H ere-\.at s 530 : Market square will resound to the cadence of marching feet and stirring martial music this afternoon when the Royal Marine guard and band frofn HMS Glasgow present a request performance of "Beat the Retreat" at 5 :30 pm. British naval officials, not yet fully recovered from yesterday's visit of 8,000 men, women and children to the Glasgow, will provide the ceremony as a "recompense for the overwhelming interest shown by the public in the British cruiser." Chief Edward G. Maby of the Portsmouth naval base police was forced to detail extra men yesterday afternoon to handle traffic and direct the unexpectely large throngs that surged into the naval base at 1:30. ., • ,. TH E LARGEST CROWD to visit the base in a single day since the war caused their British hosts to exercise on-the-spot ingenuity to accomplish an adequate but rapid showing of the vessel. Boarding by a one-way gangway, the visitors were directed to points of interest where sailors were on hand to answer questions and offer . explanations. on the quarterdeck was an exhibit of combat equipment used by the Royal Marines. Trophies awarded to the ship also were displayed. During the first 40 minutes of the three and a half hours that the ship was open to the public, 2,500 persons were counted going aboard. Speaking at services In historic St. John's church yesterday morning, the Rev. J . ·K. Boulton-Jones, chaplain of HMS Glasgow, declared, "At a time like this, when so many people are disillusioned, listless and perplexed about the future, and when Christianity ls being challenged by a powerful rival ideology, there ls no greater spiritual need than the n eed for men and women who, when they say they are Christians and Delegates were elected at a recent meeting of the Portsmouth Ladies auxiliary of the Fleet Reserve association to .attend the national convention at Annapolis, Md ., and a pre-convention caucus to be held ' - at New London, Conn. churchfolk, mean just that." Mrs. Mildred Wooster and Mrs. • • • Katherine Mullin will attend the HIGH RANKING officers as well Annapolis meeting from Sept. 3 to as a large representa.-tion from the Sept. 6. Alternates are Mrs. Ruth ';;;sg_ow's crew attended the British- Bouffard and Mrs. Julia White erican services. Mrs. Wooster, president of· the One hundred Portsmouth_ chil- .. local group, will also serve as deledren "who attended the "pira,tes gate at New London on July 31. ,p arty .Satwrday aftemoon aboard Mrs. Mullin is alternate. tJhe ship were fascinated by the At the Community Center meetclever _and humorous methods o! ing, President Wooster selected the ~ntertamment devised by the Brit- chairmen to serve for the ensuing ISh sailors. year. Guns that firM balloons, a fish They include Mrs. Alma Zimmer pond that rendered "pieces of gold," membership; Mrs. Ru th Boyer: orange punch purposely misnomered ac tivities; Mrs. Effie Sip, Amer"rum grog," and pirates who walked icanism; Mrs. Katherine Mullin •t he plank were among the amuse- publicity; Mrs. Julia Whi te his~ ments. torian; and Mrs. Harriet Munz Lest ~ey ever forget the occasion Mrs. Ruth Bouffard and Mrs. Mar~ a _certificate written in "blood" ~ guerite Shumate, audit and finance. given each child eqtering the Mrs. Helen Stoddard is sergeant"pirates cave." at-arms and Mrs. Ruth Bouffard City Marshal Wllllam J. Linchey was named color bearer. Julia an~ouncect today that a squad of White will serve as parliarmentarofficers, 1~ by Captain Lloyd N. ian and chairman of the hospitaliMcGraw, will be on hand to control zation committee. traffic a~ police Market square The next meeting is scheduled dwrlng tJhis afternoon's Beat t'he Re- for Aug. 26. treat" exercises. ------- (Please turn to page three) I well since the war." In conclusion, he thanked the people of Portsmouth for their hospitality to the officers and ship's Other activities of yesterday's procompany of the Glasgow, and to "all gram included a tug of war beother British naval personnel who tween U. S. marines and the British, have been here in the past." ' at the local marine barracks. The • • • visitors were victorious in t wo REAR ADM. John H. Brown, Jr., straight pulls. naval base commander, said warA 13-gun salute greeted Rear Adm. time combat teamwork of Britons Morton L. Deyo, USN, commandant and Americans in warding off ag- of the first naval district, on his gression has "brought about a pro- visit to the cruiser late in the aftergressiveness of which both nations noon. could be proud." The first of two city-sponsored Nathan H. Wells was toastmaster dances will be held tor the British at the service club dinner. sailors tonight at the Community Center. ~Fleet Reserve Elects Delegates I Navy Announces Changes Due in Yard Personnel s'evera.J changes in officer personnel at the Portsmouth naval base will become effective soon. " yard dispensary. Lieutenant Nestler A naval spokesman announced will be released to inactive duty. toda,y that Lt. Cornela'. Otis C. 0 iver, USN, assistant administrative He plans to practice medicine in officer, has been ordered to Japan New York City. and will depart July 29. His famLt. (jg) Carrol A. Rutt.er, USN, ily, now residing at 5 Rose Jane, Kita ship superintendent at the yard, ter,y, will live in Long Beach, Calif., has been a ssigned to the USS until transportation is available to Pecatonica, a tanker. His family Tokyo. resides at 22 Wyman avenue, KitLt. Comdr. M. Godek, USN, fortery. mer executive officer of the USS Lt. (Jg) Jerry J. Bunch, Jr., USN, Grouper, has arrived to relieve assistant repair superintendent Commander Oliver. (electronics) of 105 South street, • • • Portsmouth, has been ordered to the escort carrier USS Siboney. . CAPT. ROBERT PERKI S, • • • USN, industrial relations officer, . · LT. (jg) LEWIS W. RAMBO, will leave soon for new duties at USN, ship superintendent, of 9 the bureau of ships, Washington, Wilner street, Kittery, will report D. C. His assistant, Lt. Comdr. Elvin to Annapolis for a course at the P. Cochran, Jr., USN, will assume naval postgraduate school. the duties of lndustlial relations of• Lt. Bernard C. Lennon, USN, fleer. ha.s reported to the shipyard for Ca.pt. Robert L. Moore, Jr., USN, duty. He spent several weeks here design superintendent, will report last summer under instruction to the bureau of ships also. His while c.n MIT student. relief ls Comdr. Arthur C. Smith, Lt. (jg) Alexandre G. Law, MCR, USN, formerly of the bureau of USNR, serving at the dispensary, ships. will be released to inactive duty. Lt. (jg) John E. Doyle, MCR, USNR, He plans to enter private practice. arrived recently to relieve Lt. (jg) warren B. Nestler, MCR, USNR, who has been on duby at the ship- :S\.\-5 -: �FAREWELL, PORTSMOUTH-R oyal Marines . cruiser HMS GI asgow performed their "beating th from t t"the British for Portsmouth residents last night In M k t e re rea ceremony - - - - - - -- ~ = ~ --_:::_.;.:: a.r e square. Headed by the ..= ~ R oyaI Marine band, a compan f B T , their ·parade prowe s to th o r1 ish • sea. soldiers" displayed mouth Herald photo) e ca ence of solemn martial music. (Portr -=----- --= British Cruiser ·Sails 1 'It Was a ·G a y T i m e,' Says British Admiral For Newfoundla~cl . Crowds tha t welcomed the British cruiser H~S GI n va.l again lined the shor f • asgow, on her ar"bon voyage" to newly des.to· Portsmouth harbor this afternoon to bid ma e riends. Captain Firth issued the follow.. Vice-Admiral R. V. Symonds- ing statement of thanks this mornTayler, commander In chief of the ing to the people of Portsmouth. America and West Indies s tation, "The admiral, myself· and al} the Capt. C. L. Firth, commandin-% of- men of the Glasgow were overficer of the Glas gow, his officers whelmed by the hospitality extendand men have finished their good- ed us by the people of Portsmouth. will visit and were ~scheduled to "The feeling of friendliness was leave Portsmouth at 2:45 pm en genuine and _came from everyone route to Cornerbrook, Newfoundwe came in contact with, from land. those who entertained us, the shopT!ll'ee thousand men, women and keepers, police and all. children crowded the sidewalks "They went out of their way to and streets of Market square yes- 1 express a friendly attitude. terda y afternoon to witness "Beat • • • the Re treat," presented by the "THE COOPERATION between Royal Marine guards and band the American military personnel under the supervision of Lt. Peter and ourselves ' was especially pleasWilliams. ing. • • • "We are leaving many friends beTHE CEREMONY, according to hind us. a British spokesman, was appropri"If this demonstration of good ate as the conclusion of a week of will and friendliness is a refJection ent:e~taining by naval officials, city of feelings between tihe Unite'<: offlc1als, the British and the people states and Britain, we will alway: of Portsmouth. ' be friends. A traditional sunset ptogram, it "Our thanks are genuine anc has its origin in the days of old rnme from. our hearts." when drw11mers in England "beat the retreat" to call W'.Lnderers back to a city before its gates closed for the night. • • • Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., CAJ>T, LLOYD N. McGraw head- USN, commandant of the Portsed the police detail assigned by City mouth naval bas e, .today thanked Marshal William J. Linchey to di- the Portsmouth police department rect traffic and hancll~ the thi-ongs for its cooperation with navy ofduring tbe ceremony. He was as- ficials during the visit here of the sisted by Patrolmll,11. Paul F. Connors, HMS Glasgow. Russell C. Hughes, Robert E. Burns, In a letter to City Marshal WilJohn E. Coleman, Earl E. Rowe and liam J. Llhchey, Admiral Brown , Earl E. Rogers. wrote: "I wish to extend my thanks to The Glasgow will sail up the St. you and members of the Portsmouth \ Lawrence river to visit Montreal and Quebec, Can., after leaving New- police department for their splendid foundland. Her itinerary includes cooperation during the recent visit stops at New York City, Annapolis, of the HMS Glasgow. "Your !llble handling of the situa- i" Md., and Norfolk, Va., prior to retion at all times cO'lltributed in turning to her base in Bermuda, great measure to the success of the visit and the cementing of cordial relations between the people of Ports- \ I Admiral Thanks Police for Aid I I -"-'-- - "' Iha. n-itis.h." HMS Glasgow is on the high seas today. As the British cruiser set sail for Cornerbrook, Newfoundland, yesterday afternoon, Vice Admiral R. V. Symonds-Tayler issued e. parting promise to return "to bhe city that has established a living bridge between our two 'nations." The Admiral returned from Concord, where b e had addressed the joint session of the General Court in bhe morning, in time to entertain naval base officers at a farewell cocktail party, aboard the ship. Asked for a comment regarding the eight day courtesy visit, the commander-in -chief of the Ame1ican and west Indies station tihought for a moment, smiled, and with a wink, replied in typical conservative Brit ish understatement, "It was a gay time!" • • • IN A MORE serious vein, he said that he would like to say substantially the same thing to the people of Portsmouth that he said to the State Legislature: "I discovered the f~•iendly character of Americans when our navies were cooperating so effectively during the recent war, and subsequently during my association with the United Nations general assembly In New York. ''The Glasgow'a crew however, la Leon E. Robbins Gives Relics to Maine Governor 'J\• .?- A retired Portsmouth naval shipyard superintendent today contributed to Maine's collection of historic mementos. Gov. Fr-eoerlck G. Payne received a steel ammunition keg cover carried aboard th e battleship Maine, and a 1911 photograph of the ship',5 salvage operations the gifts of Leon E. Robbins of 11 'Love lane, Kittery. composed chie"fiy of young lads who never before came in close contact with the American people. Their knowledge of your friendship was based on the words of others. • • • "I A MANNER surpassing OU!' greatest hopes, the people of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, have taught our young men a lesson of genuine frien dship and courtesy. "Your city has established a living bridge between our two nations. "And I emphasize the word 'living' because it has heartfelt and permanent connotation." Admiral Symonds-Tayler then offered his personal thanks and the gratitude of his shipmates "to those who entertained us, but above all, to the general public that proved the existence of a bond between the United states and Great Britain." I I • • • RICHARD F. UPTON. speaker of the House, briefed his fellow legi lators on the history of the Glasgow before introducing the admiral. Following the address, the joint session passed a resolution extend1 ing "cordial greetings" to the officers and men of HMS Glasgow. The resolution expressed the hope "that this visit may be the forerunner of further simila1· exchanges of courtesy between our state and the British navy." The rellcs were given to Robbins 30 years ago by crewmen of the USS Leonidas, a colller which transported the mast of the Maine to Arlington National cemetery. In February of 1898 the battleship was blown up In Havana harbor with a loss of 260 men. The incident was followed in a few months by declaration of war with Spain. Governor Payne said that the historic gifts will be placed among the Blaine Mansion mementos. �Capt. Ralph McDowell Fet'ed by Yard Workers A testimonial dinner was given for Capt. Ralph S. McDowell, USN, commander of the naval shipyard, 1 ight at Howard Johnson's restaurant by the Master Mechanics and Foremen's association. Captain McDowell turned his command ove1· to Capt. Ralph E. Mcshane, USN, this morning. , \.. 'New Commande \ Takes Over Post At Naval Hospital a*-(aptain Mcshane Returns Here as Shipyard Chief :1 0 Captain McDowell will serve for year with the navy's bureau of ships in Washington before retiring. I Captain McDowell is a native of · Tennessee and was commissioned from the naval academy with the class of 1917. He has served with the Capt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, bureau of ships and the secretary new Portsmouth naval shipyard of navy's office in the operations commander, is not new to the Portsdivision. • mouth area. Brief addresses were made by In 1929 Captain McShane reportHarold L. Robbins, master of the ed to the local shipyard for a fouryear tour of duty in the repair and sheetmetal shop and William J. shop superintendents' offices. Monagle, master of the foundry. He was born in Baltimore, Md., Captain McDowell, on duty ae Feb. 4, 1899, and was graduated from the yard since February, 1946, expressed his regrets at leaving the 1 the U. S. Naval academy with the class of 1921. yard and then presented his suc• • • cssor, caiptain Mcshane, who spoke HIS FIRST DUTY was aboard the of his pleasure In coming back to USS Nevada for 18 months before Portsmouth where he had been stareturning to Annapolis and MIT for tioned in the early 30's. post graduate courses. While study• • • MICHAEL A. BARRETT, presl-1 ing for a master's degree in science at the Massachusetts institudent of the association, was toasttion, he was on temporary station master. in the Portsmouth shipyard. John E. Nicholson, master of the Captain Mcshane instructed at pattern shop, headed the reception the Naval academy for five years committee, assisted by William J. prior to his return to Portsmouth He.rgen, master of the blacksmith in 1929. shop; Clifton Harding, master of He subsequently served on the shop SO and Wallace M. Chick, masstaff of Rear Admiral Cyrus W. ter of shop 56. Cole, commander of the submarine The committee on arrangements force, who later became commandincluded Fa,byan R. Drake ,master ant of the Portsmouth naval base. of the electrical shop; Wilma J. Next he went to the bureau of Letch, master of the inside maconstruction and repair In Washingchine shop and Ernest H. Chapman, ton, D. C., and eventually was on foreman of shop 67. duty in the office of the supervisor of ship building, New York ShipGuests Included Capt. Leon Blair, building Corp., at Camden, N. J. USN, chief of sta!!f; Capt. J ohn J. Leaving Camden in 1943, McSchelbeler, USN, planning officer; \ Shane went to London, Eng., as loCapt. James M. Hicks, USN, progistics officer on the staff of Adduction ofificer; Capt. William E. McCain, USN, supply officer; Capt. ; miral Allen W. Kirk. After the invasion of Normandy he returned to Robert E. Perkins, USN, industrial the United States to serve on the relations officer; Caipt. Kenneth C. staff of Admiral Harold Stark. · Hurd, USN, administrative officer; • • • Capt. James E. Stevens, USN, ms DUTIES in Germany after planning and estimating superinthe cessation of hostilities involved tendent; Comdr. James F. Cunnigg, the preparation of the liner, Europa, USN, public works officer; Comdr. for use as a troop transport, and the Clarence L. oaasterland, USN, organization of German shipyards shop superintendent; Comdr. Charles in the American sector. J . Palmer, USN, ship superintenFrom 1945 until his current asdent and Comdr. W. Edwin Mas, signment, Captain McShane was USNR, fiscal officer. fiscal director at the bureau of ships I in Washington, D. C. He is married to the former Ruth Johnson of Framingham, Mass. 1; Delegates Named By Navy Yard's ~ Improvement Unit Portsmouth naval hospital welcomed its new commanding officer aboard at change-of-command ceremonies yesterday. Captain J ames F. Hays, medical corps, USN, relieved Captain George Alden, medical corps, USN, who will report for duty at the naval officer procurement office in Philadelphia, Pa. Prior to his present assignment, Captain Hays was executive officer at naval hospitals in San Francisco, Calif., Bainbridge, Md., and Chelsea, Mass. He was born in Weston, W. Va., in 1897. • • • HE I S A GRADUATE of 'the Unl- versitY' of West Virginia, and Jefferson Medical college, Philadelphia, Pa. After joining the naval medical corps in 1923, Hays served on the USS West Virginia, USS Oklahoma, USS Lexington, USS McLeish and USS Salt Lake City. While aboard the Salt Lake City during the first two years of World war II, he saw action in the battle of the Coral Sea, at the Marshall and Gilbert Islands ~nd at Guadalcanal. His sea duty was followed by an assignment to the naval hospital, San Diego, Calif., as chief of medical service. He later served as executive officer at the base hospital, Farragut, Idaho, and at Base 8 hospital, Honolulu, T. H., eventuall1 assuming command of the latter. ' captain Hays, · his wife and daughter, Elizabeth, will reside in i quarters on the Portsmouth naval ] base. Admiral Brown To Give Chart :J ~ To Gov. Adams 3D An important phase of naval operations in the Revolutionary war is depicted in a chart which Gov. Sherman Adams will receive from the navy next Tuesday. The presentation will be made at the State House in Concord by ' Rear Admrial John H. Brown, Jr., commander of the Portsmouth naval base, representing the commandant, First naval district. The Naval Historical found ation prepared the chart which tells the story of the naval campaign in the Chesapeake bay area in 1781. It is a greater reminder of the part that sea power played in ending the Revolutionary war and opening sea trade which contributed to New England's prosperity. The Naval Historical foundation maintains a collection of documents, letters, logs, journals and relics or naval historical value in the Truxtun-Decatur naval museum In Washington, D. C. The newly elected delegates of the Portsmouth Navy Ye.rd Improvement association will choose · officers for the reactlvited organization at a meeting on Aug. 1 in the Community Center at 7 :30 pm. In addition, the agenda calls for action on the reports of the delegates and the protest by George P. Frost of the election of Henry w. Hodgdon of Shop 31 as that department's delegate. The delegates chosen In recent shop and departmental elections include Harold A. Morse, 02; E. E. Stafford, 03; Joseph C. Cullen, Sr., 06; John R. Fernald, 07; ' Joseph J. Shanley, 11; Benjamin H. Thurlow, 17; Vincent Mullarkey, 23; Henry W. Hodgdon, 31; John J. Hartnett, 37; Don P . Hillman, 38; George s. Sherry, 51. Others: John Goss, 56; B. L. Robinson, 61; T. W. Ely, 67; A. R. Garant, 71; Pete J . Renard, 72; P~rcy T. Whitney, 81; Ralph S. Wilcox, 94; Paul F . Capone, 99; R. K. Marr, drafting; T. S. Marden, Building 86; W. P. Hayes, planners; N. E. Follett, fire; Chester E. Moulton, supply (non-IVb) Clinton E. Paine, supply (IVb) ; and Denis L. Long, base. The police department has still to elect a delegate. Bart Dalla Mura Heads Shipyard Im rovement Unit Bart M. Dalla Mura of Shop 31 at the Portsmouth naval shipyard \ was named president of the reactivated Portsmouth Navy Yard Improvement association at a meeting last night at the Community Center. other officers named at the organization meeting were Joseph J. I Shanley, Shop 26, vice president; ·Thomas S. Marden, shipyard commandant's office, secretary, and William P. Hayes, chief planner aind estimator, treasurer. About 20 persons attending the meeting adjourned to the call of the president. ~ ,v ' 1 �Four Naval ~~,tpyard Veterans Retire Chauffeurs Win 1 After Combi~ed Service of 124 Years Praise, Awards s At Naval Shipyard Four veteran employes of the 'ortsmouth naval shipyard retired :ecently. Daniel F . Bedell, Fred Parshley, Adelbert Cress 'l.nd Eugene Copeland have turned in their tools aft.er a combined service totaling 124 years. Bedell, former leadingman driller, was born in Kittery Point Oct. 11, 1890. He a ttended Kittery schools and worked five years for the u. s. department of agriculture. His service at the shipyard be- i, gan in Feb. 1921, as a general helper. • He eventually became a dr1ller and leadlngman. Captain Ralph E. Mcshane, USN, Portsmouth naval shipyard commander, presented U. S, navy safe driver awards to 53 civilian chauffeurs at a ceremony held In the I shipyard garage yesterday afternoon. . Capt. Mcshane commended the transportation department employes for safe driving under dlfficnlt conditions which "took a lot of clear thinking, alertness, skill, knowledge, patience and courtesy." Top award for 14 years of safe driving was given to Henry Freeman of Kittery. I • • • • HE IS MARRIED to the former E. Robi e of Kingston and Stanley S. Morgan of Portsmouth with 12 and 11 years respectively. Other drivers receiving awards included J ames C. Coakley with nine years of safe driving; Rudolph A. Bracy, Chester W. Lang- · ley, Edmond T . Ledoux, Charles G. Page, Jr., Herbert L. Saddler, Ed~ ward W . Theberge and Carl H. Thomas, all with eight years without an accident. . Also receiving a certificate and lapel button were Robert 0. Arnold, Franklin A. Cole, Joseph P. Cribby, Laurence K . Farnsworth, Howard W. Hanson, Martin E, Harrity, Lawrence G. Haynes, Everett L. Leathers, Michael M. Molnar, Raymond L. Munroe, Samuel F. Pendleton, Raymond P. Salls, Kenneth E. Serfoss and Donald Wilson, all with seven years of safe driving. • • • FRED PARSHLEY was born in Strafford April 8, 1893, and attended school in Rochester. During his career at the shipya.ia, which stai-ted in March, 1918, he has served as a shiptitter's helper, leadingman and driller. He resides at 35 Richmond street, Portsmouth. He has two sons and a daughter. Eugene Copeland served at the shipyard for 31 years. He was born In Osceola, Pa,, 58 years 11€0, and originally was employed by the U. S. Steel Corp. at Gary, Ind. • • • FOR six years of safety were Douglas H. Dewitz, Everett E. Goodwin, Kenneth G. Hayes, Charles E. Hersom, Walter M. Hoyt, Raymond S. McIntosh, William A. Moulton, Joseph T. IOrr and Carl s . Young. Others honorPd, and their years of safe driving, include Merton G. Mitchell, five years; Leon Amee, Emmanuel J. Gallant and IJlmeon E. Marcotte, Jr., four years; Henry A. Bridges, Gordon R. Clark, Milton E. Hoyt, Francis J. Mulroy, Kalle Piiralnen, Edgar F. Rabb and Joseph F. Shepperson, all with three years; Hayden M. Brown, Michael Fiall daca, Edmund Krewski, J. Louis Laverdiere, Joseph J. Orr, Jesse S. Perley and Samuel W. Ricker, two years; and Charles T. Stead/ man, one_y_e_a_r_._ __ HONORED • • • I HIS SHIPYARD .service beg,an ADELBERT CRESS in 1918. He was employed as a machinist and worked for two yearo 5 Jn the electrical shop. He served tor eight ,years as a leadingman. Mrs. Copeland is the former Miss Nellie Roy of Amesbury Mass. Mr. and Mrs. Copeland l!v; 1 at 37 Hanover street, Portlsmouth, Be~eficial suggestion aw a r d s and have two soru and two daugh- totaling $375 were presented yes- EUGENE COPELAND Shipyard Worke~ Win Cash Awards ten. • • HE WAS FOLLOWED by Merton Ethel Bickford Giles. They have four daughters and two sons. Bedell is one of four brothers who have been employed at the shipyard. Adel•bert Cress was born in Eliot, Aug. 21, 1892. He first came to work in the shipyard in April, 1917, as a laborer. He has worked as an prentlce cai,penter, driller leadingman. Mrs. Cress ls the former Dorothy Culver of Delaware, Ohio. They reside in Eliot and have son. terday to 19 Portsmouth nava1 shipyard employes. l ?aptain Ralph E. M:cShane, USN, shipya_rd commander, made the pre' sentat1ons at a ceremony in building : 86 at the local shipyard. I 1 Those receiving awards included / 1Everett L. Crockett, machinist, of ~v~; Norman J . Laprise, machi~t, of Dover; Irene A. Feeley, Also receiving money for their engmeering draftsman, of Portsmouth; Fred R . Gallagher rigger suggesti?11S ~ere Archie F. Knapp, of Portsmouth ; Stephen E'. Ha.rri: Jr,, engmeermg draftsman, of Kitman, rigger, of Kennebunkport· ~ry;_ Michael R. llchak, storekeeper, Kittery; Robert H, Todd, personGeorge L. <Y<lle, sheetmetal worker'. nel clerk, of Cape Neddick; Winburn of York Harbor; Leon R. Russell ~ - Dudley, pipefitter, of Union• Wilradio mechanic; of Portsmouth.' ham J R 0 bb"ms, helper general, ' • • of William T, Seymour, machinist, of Ipswich, Mass,, Virgil M T I North Hampton; Kenneth A. Moul- engin · ap ey, eman H and P, of York; Alton, leadingman, machinist of EJlot· fred E. Ellyson, toolroom mechanic Edna C. Leveille, procurement clerk of East Hampstead; and William G, of Portsmauth; and Leo J. Anctil! Ladderbush, machinist of Mood . electric welder, of Portsmouth, Beach, ' Y ° j �Admiral Defends Workload Holds Use of'Navy Men Despite Layoffs, for Ship Repair~~ Say Yard Head~ Civilian eroployes' protests against work "competition" by navy enl!stcd personnel in performing maintenance and repairs on naval vessels at the Por,t smouth shipyard brought \ an answer today from the chief of , the navy's Bureau of Ships. The statement came to Rep. Chester E. Merrow from Rear Adm. D. H. Clark, USN, who said the repair and maintenance work handled b.Y ships' crews is merely in keeping wit h normal peacetime policy. Admiral Clark denied that the policy could be responsible for either increasing or decreasing civilian employment at naval shipyards and said that "an even more important · reason" of national security is involved. ADMIRAL EWEN Adm. Edward Ewen Commands Navy~ In Marianas Islands • • • THE ADMIRAL'S letter to Merrow follows in full: "In general, the Navy department has assigned enlisted personnel to make such repairs in naval shipyards as would normally be ac~omplished by the crew while at sea or in foreign ports. "During the war, the navy purposely departed from this policy, A departure from peacetime practices was necessary in order that ships' crews might be given full opportunity for rest, leave recreation, and recuperation from the strains and hazards of wartime service. With the larger maintenance appropriations available during the war, greater use could be made of civilian labor. Thus the crews could leave their ships for recreational purposes. GUAM, Aug. 6 (AP)-Rear Admiral Edward C. Ewen, USN, of Portsmouth, N H., took over today as cotthnander of U. S. naval forces in the Marianas, succeeding Rear Admiral Charles A. Pownall. Pownall will continue as governor of Guam until Sept. 1, when he will be relieved by a civilian appointee. Although no additional comment accompanied the official navy announcement, reassignment to "the sticks" for Admiral Ewen had been predicted by Drew Pearson, Washington correspondent for The Portsmouth Herald. • • • The Portsmouth native had been director of public relations for the navy department In Washington since early last year. Pea.I'60n reported he had drawn the ire of Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson when he entered the air forcenavy controversy over vulnerabll• itY of the air force's super bomber, the B36. • • • announced yesterday might vary "one way or the other,'' he said, explaining that it was an estimation obtained in a preliminary study conducted recently by department heads. "Shop foremen," Blair said,'' are presently making a detailed study in their individual shops to determine the number of employes they need to handle current work. "Some shops might have to add personnel; some must dismiss workers, but -t he net change is roughly estimated at 200 layoffs." Cons.truction of three new submarines will con tinue, he said. wholesale purchases of the "-- big planes by the governme~t, with consequent loss of streng,t h m naval airThe units. admiral Is the son of the late \ MJ•. and Mrs. George Ewen of B~kitt street. A graduate of :eor · mouth high school and the V, . naval academy, he won many honor and medals fot his part in l')aval aviation• during World War u. He was in co!l\mand of an advance base in the Marshall islands. It was there he received nation-wide publicity for his recreational program hich was set up bY leading. athletes :1en attached to t he navy. Admln1l Ewen during biB academy days was an Ml-American football star and captained the navy team for two l!uccessive yevss. I • • • 0:1 apprGpriations and the future decisions of defen:.e officials in Washington,'' he added. Meanwhile, officials of the _Portsmouth Meta.I Trades council are waiting to hear from Ralph Henry, an official in East Coast council, cO'llcerning an interview with Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson. Henry told the local men that he intended to see Johnson to get an explanation of · possible cutbacks I planned for the future. "IT DEPENDS THE FIGURE • • CAPTAIN BLAIR also stated that the "adjustment of force to workload" has been approved by "the bureau in Washington. U. S. Senators Styles Bridges and Charles W. Tobey and Rep. Chester E. Merrow, all of New Hampshire, have been notif.ied, he added. II Shipyard workers were told yesterday morning by Ca.pt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, commander of the Portsmouth naval shipyard, that the proposed layoff 1s "strictly a local bookkeeping matter" which did not originate in Washington. The shipyard commander offered the same expla.naLlon as Capt. Blair: l l qi New .Commander Takes Over at 1~ . Prison Barracks ~ 'Ilhe na·val disciplinary barracks has a. new commander. Lt. Col. Earle S. Davis, USMC, has replaced Lt. Col. John P. &tafford, USMC, who was transferred to Quantico, Va., recently. The new commander came here from Camp LeJeune, N. C., where he had been since the end of the·war. • • • AT THE BEGINNING of the war, he was in Brazil on a special mis- sion. From there he went to the naval air sta,tion in Kodiak, Alaska, w'here he served 19 months. His final wartime duty was with the Fifth marine division in Hawaii. Colonel Davis' wife and daughter, Rosalie, are here with him. His son, Earle, Jr., is attending school in Virginia. I ADMIRAL EWEN reportedly disj'PJ .............. I "IN PEACETIME, · naval vessels spend a good part of their time in I port. The need for leave for the crew is by no means as acute or necessary as it was during the war. Naval personnel not on liberty perform regular duties in port. Such in-port du(Please tum to page three) ties include the performance of repair and maintenance work necessary to lteep the ship ready for any ■ emergency. "Many civilian employes now in our shipyards were not familiar with the practices followed before the war. Understandably, in this period take emergency repair work e.t of transition from wartime practices, sea or in foreign ports, the navy -t he shipyard civilian employes must use the opportunity afforded view enlisted personnel as competi- by a-n overhaul period to train per-I tors. Such is not the case. sonnel. As a part of this training, "Different appropriations are th crews are given experience, dur drawn upon to pay civilian em- ing an overhaul, in eUect!ng certain ployes and enlised personnel, limf.ted repairs so tha.t they may These appropriations are not inter- know h ow to keep our ships s !!changeable. Whether or not work is •uppo1·ting when at set•. I might done by enlisted personnel, the sum note that naval personnel are being total of money appropriated for the paid in. any event. rt would be poor payment of civilian employes is I economy and poor judgment to per· fully exp~nded for tha~ purpose. mit them to stand by idle ra.t~er Thus, failure to use ~nl1Sted per- , than assign them to on-job tramsonnel would not increase civiJia'Il ing duties dw·ing an overhaUl. employment; nor would the use of , "In addition to the reasons alenlisted personnel decrease civilian ready stated, there is an even more employment. • I • • • 1 puted A local na v.al spokesman said today that the layoff of an estimated 200 Portsmouth naval shipyard employes scheduled for Sept. 15 does not mean a reduction in workload. aapt. Leon N. Blair, USN, chief of staff at the Portsmout-h naval base, explained that the shipyard officials "are trying to keep as many workers employed as possible. "However,'' he added, "current a.ppropriations for work on hand make the adjustment of force to workload absolutely unavoidable." That local naval officials tried to keep as many workers on the job as possible, but reached a point where failure to get additional work makes an adjustment necessary. Captain Blair added that it is almost impossible to foresee at the present tin1e either a reduction or increase in the amount of worK assigned t0 the local sll1p)ard. • • • "IN ORDER that the crews of naval vessels will be able to under(Please turn to page two) ' 0 (V • Pay Day. as _Usual At .Naval Shipyard <!,..~ Pay day will be ~eld as u sual this week at the Portsmouth naval shipyard despite rumors to the contrary. Shipyard officials today described as "without basis" the fears of many workers that failure of Congress to pass certain appropria,tions bills would prevent pp.yment of ' their weekly pay checks. "Regardless of financial problems or technicalities that possibly have arisen in the Treasury department as the result of Congression• al inaction " a spokesman said, "the naval ship;ard will not be affected." �":'_,....._ -:; 'Latest ~Layoffs ~ Set for Sept. 15 Two hundred Portsmouth naval shipyard employes are scheduled for "lay off" effective ~ept. 15. That Information WRS contained In a brief press release made publlc today hy shipyard officials and confirms widespread rumor of "September layoffs" that has been In circulation for several weeks. No explanation, other than the release, was offered by the shipyard. The release follows: ' "The shipyard announces necessary adjustment of force to workload Prelllt\jnary analysis of the present and prospective workload in the Ports~ ' mouih naval shipyard Indicates the necessity 'for a reduction In force ' among civilian employes of around' 200. I $hipyard~.sut~ey/_· ECHOING THE WORDS o! Ralph Henry, official of the East coast Metal Trades council, who last week advised local shipyard employes to seek work from various government 1 1 departments, the New Hampshire senator asked Atomic Energy commission chairman, David E. Lilienthal, for assistance. Portsmouth na,val ~hlpyard offi"It occurs to me," he said, "that cials said today that a detailed surthe A tomtc Energy commission may vey to determine which shops and employes will be affected by the , well have some phase of Its operations In manufacturing which recently annol1nced Sept. 15 layoff could be performed at this magniIs still incomplete. ficent plant at Portsmouth with Its A spokesman said the study is being made by shop foremen a.nd ' access to rail, bus and sea communlthat any flgw-es now avall!tble "are 1 cations almost perfect." Tobey concluded with a. request merely guesses" and could be "quite that Lilienthal "advise me I! some wrong'' when the. analysis Is comsteps may not be taken to utillze a· pleted. The results wlll be made publlc as part of the facilities there !n con• soon as they are compiled and in· nectlon with the &plend!d work your, commission Is doing In the inter- ' "final form" to avoid causing "unnecessary "distress" to workers, one ests of national defense." official said, lf wrong figures are given out by the shipyard. Still .- lncomplete;°1 Tobey Seeks Aid,, · In addition, to the efforts of the "The shipyard Is proceeding to Metal Trades council to keep the make more careful studies of the shipyard In operation, congressmen slturut!on and wlll Issue Individual from Maine and New . Hampshire • • • notices which wUI be effective ap- have held meetings with naval of• proxlmat~ Sept. 15. ficials.' MEANWHiLE, The Portsmouth Her· aid received word today from Sen. • • "As soon as more details are available, further release of InA SHORT TIJ\IE after one of Charles W. Tobey that he has taken formation wlll be made promptly," those meetings, Ben. Styles Bridges steps in Washington In an effort to • • • claimed that good times "in the . prevent the impending dismissal of WHEN A REPORTER from The immediate years to come" could be an estimated 200 shipyard employes. In a telegram to Francis P. Portsmouth Herald asked for an in- expected at Portsmouth, tervlew with Capt. Leon N. Blair, Even prior to Henry's warning Matthews, secreoo.ry of the navy, USN, chief ·of staff, he was told the la.s.t week, Portsmouth naval ship- Tobey said that he "questions the captain was "too busy" to see him. yard employes, a,pparently recog- wisdom and heed of this layoff tight Meanwhlle, It was reported today nlzlng their own "plight," had be• now especially when the Internationthat the present employment level gun the revitalization of the 30· al situation Is as trying and threatat the shipyard Is 5,345 and the re- year-old Port.Bmouth Navy Yard, ening as It is." Tobey requested reconsideration auction In force planned by the Irnproveml!nt aMociatlon. navy will reduce that total to 5,145. The a.ssoclaUon, long dorma.nt, of the dismissal move, asking that This figure Is 205 lower than the wrui voted back into activity andi "some other type of government 1 1940-1950 "average" employment of the various shops at the &11lpyard work be substituted If naval con5,360 predicted In a navy announce- elected delegates to !ts bosrd and, struction Is not sufficient to keep i ment last May. these in tum no.med Bart Dalla. the current employment in effect. At that t1me the navy annoµnced Mura M president. "The social 1mpllcqtlons of tftlls the "layoff" of approximately 205 The prooent purpose of t11e B.B50• employes as necessa,ry to reach the elation Is to join other federal reduction and the financial loss to the home life of the community and average employment total of 5,350, • • • _ yards In a fight for more work. The state and repercussions ensuing," THAT CUTBACK ill working force , employes were warned by Henry, he said, "are golng to be very far reduced the number of civilian em- however, that private yards are reaching." . . ployes from 5,50T to 5,277 and the spending thousands io support lobnewest "lay off" apparently will re• bylsts in Washington. duce the total to a. little more than . · • • • · 5,000. AT ITS WAR TIME peak, the Only last Friday night, 25 Port.,- Portsmouth naval shipyard emmouth naval shipyard employes were ployed more than 22,000 persons told by a representative of the East . and since the "heyday" of 1944 has Coast Metal Trades council that the · reduced the working force to the \. Portsmouth shlpya.rd faces the "out- pr81ient total of 5,345. right question of survival." With naval officials malnta!nlng Ralph Henry, vice president of the a tight-lipped silence as to the Nor wns an y comment available . East Coast group. aa!d that he had meanJ11g of the latest proposed relearned p ~ l y from Secretary ductlon, no Information ts avail- on the nppnrent discrepancy beof Defell6e Louis Johnsan that a able as to th~ fate of the three sub- , tween the navy department's an183% nationwide slash In ahlpyard I mRrlne.s scheduled for construction nouncement last May that an 1tverpersonnel 1s In the planning stag~. j at the local shipyard. age of 5,350 would be employed and 1 the latest proposed cutback. • j Yard Group Na~~~! .Delegate to Se-ek ·, · Additional Work1 A representative of the Portsmouth Navy YaJ·d Improvement association ls to go to Washington "to make sure the local shipyal'd has a. voice In the apportionment o! work to federal . shipyards." ,. , The association's executive committee voted Monday night to send Its president, Bart M. Dalla. Mura., , as Its spokesman, "as soon as the ' appropriations act l.s pa66ed. .. , I I I ' Thomas S. Marden, association secretary, sai_d that the decision to have a Washington representative, I was based on· a suggestion from Sen, Styles Bridges. . The senator, through his admlnls- . trative assistant, Wesley Powell of Portsmouth, urged the association , 1 to send a delegate to Washington to i work with the congressmen from ; Maine and New Hampshire In pro• motlng the Interests of the ship- , yard. Marden said Dalla M:ura's "primary job" wfll be to aid in getting more work for the shipyard. . I I . 1 �----- - --. Yard ltelllizes·t \ S~i~yar#,Aecline Shipyard Studied Shop Cutbacks in R1d1culous, Says For Atom Work Layoff Schedule Bridges Assistant Tobey Reports~ "The Portsmouth naval shipyard A total of 2Q8 Portsmouth naval shipyard employes are scheduled !or "layoff" on Sept. 16, shipyard officials said today. The shop hardest hit by the "reduction In force" Is the pipe and copper shop (56) where there will be a 10& of 51 employes and ·foll9w!ng closely ·, ls Shop 38, outside machine shop, which faces a cutback of . 45 persons. • Thirty-five men will be laid off In Shop 51, electrical, and smaller numbers are to be released from seven other. shops. will not close down," Wesley Powell, administrative assistant t'o U. S. Sen. · Styles Bridges, told new.smen last night. Powell, during an Interview In Exeter, branded as "ridiculous'.' statements by an official of the · East Coast Metal Trades council that the navy plans to curtail aper' atlons at the local shipyard. The Pqrtsniouth man said Senator Bridges has been assured by Adm. Louis Denfeld, USN, chief of , naval operaitons, that the employment ceiling at the shipyard for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1950, will be 5,350 persons. • • • THESE INCLUDE Shop 07, build- ing trades, 23 persons; Shop 99, temporary servlc.e, 14; Shop 61, join-ers, 13; Sho_o 17, sheet metal, 10; Shop 72, riggers and laiborers, 10;° Shop 02, t,ransportation, four; Shop 03, power plant, three. In addition, the .!'hipyard authorities disclosed the number of men to be released according to their respective trades. Forty-five outside machinistsall in Shop 38-al'e to be let go and next In line are 38 pipefltters-34 from Shop 56 and four from Shop 99, The classification, helpers, pipefitter, is to be reduced by 10-two from ·shop 03, '_lour from Shop 56 and four !Tom Shop 99. . ·The electricians are third in the reduction total with 37-one from , Shop , 03; 1 33 from Shop 51; and three from Shop 99. Among helpers, electricians, three men are to be discharged from Shop 99. • • • NAVAL OFFICIALS also told the senatpr, according to Powell, that construction· of three new "postwar" submarines wiH proceed as planned. The keel for the first or experimental boats, the USS Tang, was laid last April. A second keel, for the USS Wahoo, is scheduled to go d-own in October and, Powell said, the keel for the USS Gudgeon would be laid "not later than Mim:h 15, 1950." The Portsmouth naval shipyard ill being studied by the Atomic Energy commission as a possible site for some of its industrial operations. U. S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey told The Porl1mouth Herald today that David E. Lilienthal, AEC chairman, Is obtaining Information from the Navy department as to the "capabilities" of the shipyard in regard to the commission's needs. . .. said that his efforts to interest the commission in the Portsmouth naval base were prompted by the necessity of taking up the "Impending slack" In employment. Senator Tobey's telegram follows In full: "In re,sponse to my. efforts to seek other types of employment wherein the facilities of the Portsmouth naval shipyard might be utilized to take up the Impending slack In employment there, I am advised today by Chairman Lilienthal of the Atomic Energy commission as follows: THE • • • • • • " 'WE ARE I ,;r,t,·. i • . .. I I I SENATOR obtaining necessary Information from the department of the navy as to the capabilities of the It was explained to Senator shipyard in order to be In a posiBridges, Powell added, that contion to judge the installation from struction of the Tang has been dethe point of view of the commission's layed by chang-es in desig·n. requirements. • • • "'In so doing, we wil1 request our POWELL WAS interviewed after I field offices and our contractors to the annual clambake of the Rockconsider whether the shipyard will 1 ingham County Fire Wardens as·.' OTHER TRADES effected are: be suitable !or utilization in consociation at Green Gate, Exeter, at nection with any work performed •; Shipwright{;, 10 (Shop 61); jolnwhich he substituted as principal as a part of the commission's operathree · (Shop 61); sheetmetal speaker for Senator Bridges. tions.'" workers, !our (Shop 17); helpers, Tobey then added, "I wm folDuring his "pinch hitting" persheetmetalworker, four <Shop 17); low the matter through In the hope formance, Powell sharply rapped ithat some of this type of defense helpers, general, total, 16 (Shop 02, the state department's attitude tJ).ree; Shop 07, 10; Shop 17, one; work might be secured for bhe Portstoward Communist Ch.Ina and ' mouth yard." Bhop,51, 21; laborers, total ·ot 14 (13 called state Secretary Dean Ac'he·rrom Shop 07 and one from Shop • • son's recent. white -p aper a "pretty 17); riggers, 10 (Shop 72); copperHIS REQUEST to the Atomic black" and an "apology" for a 11..smiths, 12 (Shop 56); pipe coverer Energy commission for study of the "stupid" fore'ign policy. ,and Insulator,, one (Shop 56); . enshipyard's potentiality !or work conglneman, one (Shop 02). nected with atomic energy comes on Powell also warned against inthe heels of astatement attributed discriminate economic aid to foreign The ,shipyard officials said that yesterday to the administrative ascountries with Socialist or Comconstruction work on new submarsistant of New Hampshire's senior munLst leanings like England and r ide hulls Is now in progress but senator, Styles Bridges, who tagged France." · "some time" will elapse before there . talk of a cutback In employment at · ·1s need for trades in Shops 51, 56, 1 the heels of a statement attributed '.l'HE SENATORIAL aide called 38 and 17. Bridges assistant, Wesley Powell, Spaip.,·, "the only cou~try Ju Europe • • • referred to remarks made recently today which ls completely antiTHEY ADDED that from "time to by Ralph Henry, an official of the communist," and said some slight •time" it is possible there will be East Coast Metal Trades council, economic aid h.as been extended temporary increases in employment, who told a group of shipyard work~ . but, in general, no additional per- : Yugoslavia's · Tito because of his men that Defense Secretary Louis fig:ht against the Kremlin. ·manent employment Is "contemJohnson had told him the local shipStating that he believes In an plated." yard might suffer a 33% cutback, . However, although the officials America that "would live within its , have announced the trades to be means," Powell came out against / ·a.!!ected by the employe slash, the federal aid to education, the Brannames of the persons to be renan !arm bill and repeal of the ' lea.sed have not yet been listed beTaft-Hartley labor law . .cause of the "workings" of "bump 1 Powell based his opposition to and retreat rig,hts" held by niany federal aid to education on the Alvin E. Foss, outing committee of the men in the trades to be retheory that with federal aid would chairman of the Forest Fire Warduced. come federal controls. dens association, presided as master of ceremonies and Introduced Powell. • SENATOR B~~G~S himself said several months ago In Concord that "gOOd times•• were ahead for the Portsmouth naval shipyard. And Tuesday night, Powell reiterated Bridges• assurance that the navy department did not plan to go below an average of 5,350 employes during the presen~ fiscal year. In the same speech In which he predicted the wilolesale reduction or the working force at the shipyard, Henry also said that there l\_re other types of defense work that the shipyard could do and mentioned the Atomic Energy commission ' A few days after Henry's state~ l ment, Senator Tobey told J. D. 1 · Hartford, publisher or The Herald, that he would get In touch with Atomic Energy commission for an , analy~ls of the shipyard's possibilities. Shipyard Delegates To Lobby for Work In Capital Parley$~ 1 The Portsmouth naval shipyard's fight for additional work to of.fse~ a current slack 1n operations will be carried to Washington when representatives of three shipyard labor groups leave tomorrow to confer with government oU!cials, 1 Bart M. Dalla Mura, president of the shipyard Improvement association; John Goss, secre-tary-trfa!>urer of the Portsmoutl;l Metal Trades council; and Henr,y Hodgdon, a representative of Ranger lodge No. 836, ~nternattonal,;:. Association of Machinists, will meet MondaJ' . with Maine and New Hampshire's con·gresslonal delegation and highranking Navy department officials. A spokesman for the three labor groups said the delegates will seek a "fair apportionment•• of work to be assigned to the nation's shipyards. • • • "WE'VE GOT to fight on the same basis as other yards, and right from · the beginning," the spokesman said. "It's the only way we can promote the Interests of the Poctsmouth shipyard." Dalla Mura said he and his fellow delegates will seek "!Ill-In" work to cover a "cw·rent slowdown" .a.s well as the assignment of contracts !or future construction. Strong competitors for the ·same WQrk wlll be representatives of other East coast shipyards. �Yard Supplies Timber for Constellation · Rotted timbers of the historic 150year-old frigate, USS Constellation soon will be replaced by Jlve beams now lying at the bottom of a fre5h water pond In the Portsmouth naval shipyard. The Portsmout,h lumber will be used in the thorough overhaul which the sister Sl'\1P of "Old Ironskles" will soon undergo at the Boston naval shipyard. oak • • • ~10 ing in leng,th from six to 25 feet and varying in shape, lie on the muddy bottom. The famous Constellation once spent a full year In PO'rtsmouth. In 1861 she was revamped at the local navy yard. Capt. Charles Morris, commandant of the Portsmouth navy yard left his post In 1819 to assume command of the vessel. 1 Custody Officer At Marine Basetlq Wins Promotion i,\ '\ Col. Reginald H. Ridgely, commanding officer of the Portsmouth naval disciplinary barracks, yesterday pinned the silver leaves of a lieutenant colonel on William S. McLaughlin, custody officer of the local barracks. A native of Gloucester, Mass., the newly-promoted marine officer was graduated from North Carolina 1 State college In 1940. He has served ' In the marine corps since his graduation, seeing action during World War II while aboard the USS Northampton, the USS Bunker Hill and with the famed 2nd marine dlvlsluP. Lt. Col. McLaughlin was awarded the Sliver Star medal for gallantry In action. The colonel has the distinction of being the' first marine officer to serve. as a judge at the war crimes trials held In Yokohama, Japan. He reported for duty at the local dlsclpllnl\rY b1\l'racks last June and ROY STURTEVANT, veLeran em- In recent years the Constellation ploye in the public works department of the local yard, explained has been "rotting at the dock" a.t Newport, R. I., and Boston, Ma.ss. that the timber was placed in the southerly pond about 25 years ago for conditioning · and preservation. Two hundTed seventy pieces, rang- ' '6 u,, S0IOns ang •p T0 FOresfa II °12.3 WhOlesale Cuts ti r, -.. DUE ·To the very large m..u'"llber . of personnel to be released, this program will have Its effect throughout the shore establishments In all parts of the United States a.s well as at overseas actlvitles. A general . breakdown of the re~uctlon from ' • • • personne IL1•m1•.t w·11I Determine -~').'\ w: This development · . contemplated action l& sou ht went on to explain: he es J of l11formati cnme on the , can i;o thRt Info "Th e upper limits of employment ' rma ti on concerningg It reductions In fo1:ce o~. that further delli:e made available In further . at the Portsmouth naval shipyard sin ted at the local R I eady had been I rations. will be determined by the ne\" per• • • imatlon o! th! Itnavv. yard . In con- · sonnel celling, rather thRn the• volfl U. S. Sen. Style!'Bri~:!sl~:ned that Se~~NE'AlbeTOrtRThBRo.mIDGES has asked ume of work which may be assigned a conference with J h d sought as O f Oki to the yard. · o 11s011 tomo chairman of ahoma, a ft ernoon to "fight It out.'' rrow the S t the subcommittee or • • • • • • tee toena e Appropriations commit"WHETHER ANY addiLional AN UNNAMED 8 0 UR CF, ' advise Johnson to "hold " work, including ship conversion Washington described , In on the cut backs untU th " up ma~ufacturing, and so forth, can b~ th curtallmen•• situation'' ~an b e surveyed. e en .e ' assigned t o p or t smouth will depend ,., .,. ""' ,,a reduth etf Projected navy Bridg<>• whole navy." c on In the = promISed a " h upon the capacity of the yard to un!ight" with J ohn.,on .. i; owdown It wa.s even th as· well as dertake such work within Its per' I e. floor of the Senate. . on In A,so b - now WOr k.mg In Was,hington yard DP~lrl~nM10uth ship,. "' ura, presldent of the SI . association· Jol~pya rd Improvement treasurer th n Goss, secretaryTrad e Portsmouth M t es council 'ofand e al representative R H enry Hodgdon, 836, Internatlon I anger lodge, No. Machinist.s a Association of These ti. r THESE IN lngt iree men left for w ' '.Brldge.s and To~e~ Uo~ !e Senators cam;~l~~s!o Sund,ty to carry o~h~ / ahire, Brewster and s:1!ampor. , Portsmouth :i:ltpy~~dre_ work for the f I e~::cB~~/Mhe. t;f I sonnel allowance." K im ' b a II's Ietter to Senator Tobey follows in full: :;near S~nator Tobey: th The civilian personnP.l ceiiing for e nnv~ has teen ordered reduced In the fiscal ycar 1950. The allowances for the c;ivilian perso11nel 1·n ti b 1e naval i;hore'. e.stabli.~h:nents will e reduced by more than 76 000 from the ,Tan. t, 1949, level of ~mployment ?.nd by more t-hRn 51 000 from the ,July 31, 1949, level of ~. ployment. 'Ilhis necessitates a sub' stant,lul rPduction the scaleand of 1operat1on and someIn e.ctlvitles ,t?~0 - . "NAVAL BASE, Portsmouth, em- Yard Workload llhipyards-not ltn·eplorted that two mouth-face th C Udlng Port sellmlnat!on As er prospect of total was dlsclos~d 1 or Portsmouth, It ,;~d4ctio11 Is !'~~'ll~t~!1~t the pl1111ned Senators and co · · seven .states, all affe~t!ressmen from all redu0tlon d by !me over• were reported to be Itseek1'n g a conference with Joh omorrow to press for a de! nson defense secretary's A,y In the • • ~nnouncement. . the July 31 level to be made, by naval ddstrlcts, appears below: "First naval district, 3,900; thl.ro naval district, 3,900; fourth , naval district, 4,200; fifth naval district, 3,700; sixth naval district, 3,200; eighth naval district, 2,600; ninth naval district, 2,~oo; tenth naval , district, 900; eleventh naval district, 9,600; twelfth naval district, 4,000; thirteenth naval district, 2,200; fourteenth naval district, 2,900; Potomac River Naval · command, 2,500; Severn River Naval command, r 300; others, 4,600. "Reductions of the order Indicated will be required at the below listed activities employing people from the State of New Hampshire: has been llvlng with his wife and er Ati drastic reducti·on in op- I two children In Quarters S on the a ons and personnel . naval base. . probably cutting the P mou th naval shipyard ~\:~ I _owes t employment level \\. ~mce before Pearl Harbor s~hteduled for announc; ' ' en omorrow in Wash· 1°n _by Secretary of Def;~:; f oms Jo~nson, it was learned t~~m reliable sources early :alne, Maybank and Johnston . IS afternoon. outh Carolina, Knowlan of A fl~ed limit on personnel will B t t Downey ot Calitomla M ·td and · 1determme how much work ..... ' . Meyers of Pennsylvania , a1I In and p or...,mou~h •· was u a the same ti·m e It naval shipyard will "''" get and reported that senator~ ~ulle.s of New York a~d v:\tnd In the future under .Defen~e Secrei congressmen in the var- s ~11 and Lodge of Massach~ on- / tary Johnson'.s new curtailment OUS areas Which They have been Joined b setts. ordr.r, It was indicated !n a letter affected by th would be bers of the House or R Y mem- today from Dan A K'mball un . navy-wide C U t be wholesale atives from their respe ti epresent- dersecretary of the ·nav~ ' a c k s are It wa.s . 1 c ve states. , · waging d exp alned that the mmtar Kim balls letter written to u s for t 11 an all-out fight to 1:t~11 nee.val appropriations bill I~ Sen. Charles Tobey, gav~ ~ me~~ !ndb~~h the announce- ISenat~ ndlng on the floor or the breakdown on employment reduc' e actual move ,son's anct that a delay In John- tlons Rt the local shlpya.·d Rnd then ~ Io r ployed as of July 31, 1949, 13; net reduction, three. "Naval disciplinary barracks, Portsmouth, employed as of July 31, 1949, 12; net reduction, 1. "At present, these figures are regarded as firm, but It Is possible fur ther studies will require changes not now foreseen. "The reduction at the Portsmouth naval shipyard will bj! in the order i of 1,200 or approximately 23% of the employment as of July 31,' 1949. Exact employment figures and trade distribution will depend upon the work generated by active fleet asslgnments. "With these reductions, Portsmouth will retain about 10% of the East Coast naval shipyard employment. The upper limits of employment at the Portsmouth naval shipyard will be determined hy the new personnel celling, rather tha.n the volume or work which may be assigned to the yard. · • • • "WHETHER ANY additional work, Including ship converslO'Il, manu-. !acturing, and so forth, can be assigned to Portsmouth will depend , upon the capacity of the yard to. undertake such work within Its new personnel allowance. "Alth9ugh a. program of this aus•t erlty wlll demand a material reduction In the available combatant forces, the major consideration will be given to the retention of the maximum forces practicable, and their stra-teglc deployment. The Interest of national security wlll permit no other course of action. In following this course, priority for reduction or Inactivation will be assigned to those activities •which are determined to contribute the Jeast to the support of these forces. I • • • "ALL ACTIVITIES which become excess to the support required by 1the remaining forces mu.st be wholly inactivated. "It is recognized that reduction in personnel can never be accomplished without some hardship and I hasten to assure you that it Is with the greatest reluctance tlhat the navy must take this action. "Sincerely yours, "DAN A. KIMBALL" , compiete._ iiU5!JP-1)Flcm-.of , Qpe,a. l>.t et'· " · .- I ' ', • ,. ·1 1 .. . I �-~, ~r~ ==:.,__,.;:.:;~--...;....------'-----·- - . -- • - - - ,I ·Jo,h nson Disa·vows Ir~,')..4 · ~WPA' for Defense B1idges pointed out that the three submarines already assigned for construction here would remain, but t he pace o! constru~tion would be slowed. ' Few, if any, naval shore establishments are escaping the cutback and many are hit far harder than Portsmouth. 'l'he llhipyard at Long Beach, Calif., is scheduled for total-elimination with a loss of 5,400 jobs. Alsq faced with eventual closing, it was learned, is the Charleston, S. C., navy yard, where 1,846 are included in the initial·cut. Grenier field, the air force base in Manchester, ha~ b~en ordered inactivated by Dec. 1. The civilian forc6 there will be reduced by 246, leaving only 12 employed. , It was reported, too, that Dow field in Bangor and the air base a.t Presque Isle a.re slated fo:i:- closing. A total of 1,240 jobs will be wiped out at the Portsmouth naval shipyard during the next four months. , This was the shocking repercussion here today from an announcement by Defense Secretary Louis Johnson in Washington that he has ordered a drastic nation-wide slash in military spending. . The curtailment will reduce employment at the local shipyard·.from a level of 5,340 to 4,100 - a 23 % cutback. However, it was reported by Washington sources that the $hipyard "definitely is not scheduled for closing." Meanwhile, U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges and represent1atives of three shipyard labor groups here were scheduled Other shipyard cuts involved in 'to meet with high-ranking naval officials in the Capitol the slashes ~-e: Boston, 1,614. ithis afterno_on to "try to salvage all that's possible from : Mare Island and Sa.n Franolsoo, lthis ruinous blow." Prospects for the outcome of that meeting were darkly Calif., 621. :dimmed, however, by th~ lack of success which a group of Key West, Fla., 25%. I anguished congressm..:n experienced in a protest meeting Bi-ooklyn, 3,385. twith Secretary Johnson this morning. 2,114, Despite vigorous cries that the defense secretary Philadelphia, Norfolk, 837. · weed ·out "soft snaps, flunkies and baby sitters" instead of Navy gun factory In Washington, going through with the cutback order, Johnson was 2,293. Pearl Harbor, 1,621. adamant. He said it was his determination to get "a dollar's worth of defense for every dollar Congress gives" and THERE ARE MANY other establishments of various types listed for added: cuts. "It goes bB,ck to my conviction not to tolerate a desenators Bridges and Charles W. fen,se WP A." Tobey and Rep. Chester Merrow all · Tpe delegation that appeared before Johnson was de- spoke in behalf of the Port.smouth ' scribed by one experienced observer as "the biggest collec- S'hipyard _at this morning's Pentation of congressmen I've ever seen." Igon meetmg with Joh11son. Most of them apparently were from states or districts . B:,ldges proteS t ed th at the "vital . , . 1ole of submarines In the pra,ent ~ffected . by the curtailment order, for a total of 135,000 .scheme of national defense is arguJObs are ,at stake throughout the country. ment itsel! against the cutback ~ ------------*'. ¥ -- - .... · · ·· - · ne:re. • • Tobey branded Johnson's proposed saving oI an estimated $200,000,000 in the economy cl.rive as "no! hing more t han a tleabl te" In comparison with the whole defense program. The staLe's junior s~mator told The Por11nioulh Herald this monung that he is "fighting against the human misery ot tihis thing." I ••• "THIS IS GOING to put 135,000 people out of jobs," he complaill/!d. · "That means 135,000 homes that will go without suppo1-t." Bridges reported through his a'dministrative assistant, Wesley Powell, that he is working closely with the three Portsmouth shipyard delegates who were sent to Washington last Sunday to seek more work for the local yard. The tbree-Henry Hodgdon, Bart M. Dalla Mura and John Goss-have been Qiven permission by Bridges to "ask any questions they want to" when they meet with naval authorities this aftemoon. �Navy Scored for Failing .. ~-,·,q of. . To, ·, Te II Story Subs By DREW PEARSON WASHINGTON-In all the bitter r~w between the army and the navy, the admirals have failed to let the public know about one naval. activity for which they de/lerve great credit-submarines. ·Rousing. Welcome Given Survivors .s-~ Of Lost Cochino · Perhaps this is because the GROTON, Conn ,, Sept. 8 (AP)cramped and grimy life of a sub- The men of the Cochino, the only marine crew lacks gold braid and United States, submarine lost since glamor. .t\lso, there are no admir- the war, cam, home today to a als commanding submarines; their heart warmiqg welcome. place is on battleships. But at any rate, American submarines have They were aboard the submamade amazing progress, and un- rine Tusk, which snatched them doubtedly will be the most impor- from Arctic waters in a stirring tant arm of the navy in the fu- rescue off Norway on Aug. 25 afture. ter a ser ies of unexplained explosions had sunk their own craft. THE END OF THE WAR saw : Approximately 100 wives, chilGerman submarines with new dren, sweethearts and other relabreathing devfoes for underwater tives were on the submarine base 1 operation plus a rubber coat which dock to greet the survivors. prevented radar detection. If the The j9y of reunion was tempered war had lasted much longer, the new German subs would have have with grief at the loss of six Tusk wreaked havoc on American ship- I crewmen and a civilian technician, who W!iS aboard the Cochino. ping once again. ••• • • • TUSK nosed ·· Came V-E day and the Russians ' AS THE into the took over Nazi submarine yards to- dock, crewmen· from the two subgether with German scientists. Re- marines stood at attention on her sult: The Russian U-boat today is deck and her flag -was at half-mast. the most m9dern in the world. The waiting families thronged on However, th!l U. S. navy, rush- the pier. Th'e re were ci-les' · of Ing to keep up with the Soviet, has "Wave 'to daddy," "The~e he ·1s," now developed a new snorkel de- "Hello, Joe," as happy women vice permitting a 1ub to breathe spotted husbands • or sweethearts _ _ ...,___ aboard the Tusk. , underwater for days at a time. q, , , · -Before that, Rear ' Adm. James. S. subs are also capable of the I Fife, commander of submarines, amazJng underwater speed of 21 , Atlantic fleet, made a brief speech kno~. though the cruising speed of welcome, praising the crews of ls only about eleven knots. the two submarines and mourning ·, • • • the loss of the dead, among whom NOT LONG AGO an American I was John G. Guttermuth, chief submarine crossed the Atlantic to ' electrician's mate, husband of Mrs. England withoµt once coming to Muriel Guttermuth of State road, the surface. Kittery, Me. · However, American experts, not "Our main hope now," said Adhappy with this progress, have miral Fife, speaking in a drizzle of le~rned that Russia has developed rain, "is that we can find the real something better than the snor- cause of the explosion and prevent kel, namely a chemical which gen- a recurrence. He told newsmen erates oxygen and thus feeds the later that an inquiry would start engines without depending on the here next week and that Its findsnorkel's pipe extending to the , Ing would be reported as quickly surface. So the race for modern!- as possible to all submarines. zation of deadly undersea weapt>ns He said it had been determined continues. that the sparks touched off a • • • hydrogen g;ii1 explosion. · NOTE-Top admirals were summoned to Washington from all over the U. S. A. the other day for a secret conference to map a press campaign against further curtailment The navy is being requested to' of the navy, The admirals were worconsider bringing the USS Tusk to ried over the bad · press reaction to Portsmouth for overhaul, if the the B-36 smear. However, they condamage she sustained in a recent · tinue their .smear tactics by. feacollision off Labrador cannot be turing a1; an off-tl}e-record speaker, repaired at sea. Frank Hecht, pr~sident of the Navy Sen. Styles Bridges said today league, who has been bltter),Y, critthat he has asked the navy to inical of Secretary i>fPDefenae :John1.son. 1The meeting e11_\l,r,1y negle~ted l ' form him as to the extent of the damage done the Tusk and that 1>ne of .the finest and molt essen"every consideration" be given to _tial jobs ' the naV)'. Jll •'.doina-.µ,bhavet it brought to Portsmouth. marine1. -~ , ·· · I :," ,:' . "..-\ .I He said the navy explainep that the . damage was not fully determined and that the Tusk was scheduled tor a complete overhauling nt Philadelphia next January and that repair wor;k may .be advanced. 0 Repair of Tus~ Sought for .Yard .PrOt'e~ts .·'. Keel):. ·:Sub /~1 , . . , , D,i.'\ . f RJ Here or ep:~trs\:., . , 1 - ,03 , .· I' I • J The submarine USS Seal will be kept atl the Portsmouth naval shipyard as the result of protests against its removal to Boston, ·ft was 1 learned today. ' • · ~ • 1 U. S. Sen. Charles W. · Tobey told The ' Portamouth Herald -this morning that plans for the vessel's repair had been changed after he communicated with the head of . ·: ··• j{•.~6,}, the navy's bureau of ships. • This was confirmed by officials • of the shipyard, who said they already had received official notification of orders for overhauling the submarine here. Four . American submarines, ~me Previously, the Seal-a naval of them a Portsmoutih-built craft, reserve training craft-had been have arrived In England to taike scheduled to be towed to Boston ! part in the Royal Navy and air force for the repair work. The vessel ' war games. · ·· ' ls without moti\;'e power of Its own. The four subs will participate in A shipyard spokesman said the anU-sUbmarine exercises in the repair work ·would be performed North sea off Londonderry in northduring January and February of' ern England. ' . ,, , , • , -· • neit year. , •, , . , . , ,. ' The USS Toro; commanded by-,I.Jt. Reassignment of the submarine ' Co'mdr. Ernest L. Schwab, ,USN; of to Portsmouth •was -, view~d as a . 32 Henry atreet,,New London, Conn., direct result 'the ·several pro- ,is the Portsmoµth, bo!',t partlcl~ tests made against its • transfer to in th,e .~aµeµV\l,S ;• :rhe . oijler &Ub• Boston. 1 ~arlnea are ·thei: uss Tu/lk, •USS ,Codhlno and ·the USS Corsair, h · Management · of the shipyard ltaelt reportedly forwarded the first t•, The ,~ . ts ·und~ th.e ;~ : ~~'pt:~Jf,O~B~on,, USN,•com,.· protest, and Senator 'fobey took ~ ~S'<ilmiallne I ) e ~ l ~ issue when the matter was •called Group 2, according to an Al!SOriiatetl to his attention yesterday. Press , dlll,patdl from Londonderry, The explanation from the navy's f C' ' • • ,' . :' '· f t ' ' ( bureau of ships was that the ves- . \l I THE TORO 7 was "'-·CommiSBioned; eel had been assigned to Boston I 'here , four ; and · a half . years '· ago,' . repair yards originally and that Dec. 8, i944, and t,hen left, ' for a the work would have no affect on . ,period of ·duty in the •Paclftc theater employment ceilings at either es1ot operations. , .. · , ' 1 tablishment. I Her first skipper was oomdr. Tobey pointed out in his protest [James D. Grant, USN, of Cleve"the inconsistency of taking this land, o. commander Grant wes a ship away from Portsmouth, which I veteran of Pacific submarine war-. yard has been cut so severely." 1 fare who had served on .submarines· Since the wholesale reductions in employment at the local shipI for a dozen years. , Tlie Toro was 'the 23rd submarine yard, workers there have been pressing a campaign for a larger la'l.lilched from the Portsmouth navy work load to maintain, the present yaTd in 1944. It's launching date was celling. Aug. 23 and the craft was sponsored by Mrs. Alan G. 'Kirk, .wife of the 1 admiral who figured so prominently with naval forces taking part in tihe 1invasion of Normandy. The submarines all are snorkelequipped. The Tusk ls commanded by Comdr. Robert R. K. · R . .Worth:. lngton, USN, of Oakmont, Pa.; the I Cochlno by Lt, Comdr. Rafael . C. A bo.nrd of inqufry will convf'ne , Benitz, Ponce, Puerto Rico, and the ,1 at the Portsmouth naval base to inCorsair by Lt. Comdr. Lincoln vestigate circumstances surroundMarcy, USN, of Shrewsb~y, Mass: . 1ing the ramming of the Portland lightship by the USS PCE <RJ 851 Sunday. The patrol craft with her 22 officers and men left Portland for Portsmouth this morning, The training ship, manned by regular navy men, struck the anchored lightship as It turned to enter the channel 12 miles from , the entrance to Portland harhor. Co_mdr. Frank J. Johnson, commanding officer of the cutter AC'ushnet, termed damage to the lightship as "quite extensive." I Two officers from the local base have inspected the lightship preparatory to submitting a bid for 1~- ~~: Subs to Join ~ , War· Games ·1n · ... English. Wate_rs·· ·.. '. ol 1 Board of Inquiry - , At Local Base n15' To Probe Crash . I 1repairs, l I ,, . �do everything in its power. to forestall the reduction , in force'' at the shipyard and that telegrams have ·b een sent to congressmen and highranking na~ officials in Washing- I ton. Here's What I ,.City; State~ · Leaders ·Say t4: "The navy yard is the backbone of Portsmouth. Any drastic steps to ,t State :and city businessmen and reduce employment will have a serl•• 'officials, obviously expecting a severe 1 ous effect on Portsmouth as a ·economic jolt f1•om the planned dis- whole. We must' do everything In lssnl , of 1,240 P6rtsmoulh naval our power to keep the employment ,. shipyard, workers, reacted in vari- 1 level as hig1h 11s possible. Portsous ways , today, the maJority of , mouth's future depends ·on it," 1 them pledging a concerted effort Packard sa!d. to •prevE\llt the., layoffs. • • • Led by Gov. · Sherman Adams, A SIMILAR viewpoint was exPortsmouth . area industrialists and pressed by City Manager Edward C. merchants joined a spontaneous Peterson and Mayor Cecil M. Neal. drive to preserve the present em- They sent a telegram to Bart M. ployment level at the local shipyard Dalla Mura, president of the Ship·a.nd thus Insure the city's economic yard Improvement association, who stablllty at least for the pre.sent. is now conferring with Washington • • • officials. GOVERNOR ADAMS, in a state- j After confer,r.ing with Thomas H. ment to The Portsmouth Herald, said Ma>rden, another representative of he and members of New Hampshire's the ~hlpyard association, Peterson 'congressional delegation feel that and Neal wired Dalla Mura: Portsmouth naval shipyard opera"Please use every effort on behalf . tions s'hould be •'accelerated-not reof citizens of Portsmouth to Impress ta>rded" upon senators and representatives '. i "I f~el that the shipyard should and defeme department officials the ; be left In the active picture for the Importance of the Portsmouth naval , security · of our countr,y. We a.re shipyard and the effect any drastic ma-king every po~ible effort to forereduction will have on our comstall any ·slashes in employment at munity." the •shipyard," · Adams said. , • • The governor said · the "value'' of J. D. IIARTFORD, publisher of the .shipyard is' recognized "in the The Herald, called for a "concerted eyes of the high command· because effort" to bring 'diversified Industry the ~ard.'s 'future ·program has not Into Portsmouth. curtalled as much as . those at Hartford maintained that local \ t,h~ards.0 ~ :.. :·· .. . , • • • r. • • businessmen have been depending ;l'~;".t·.;;:..-~ : •c• • • • l •·. f:· .~· .. , upon the shipyard for "too long a ,.J' 1AI>i:Ms'• SAID ' he and the con• time" and maintained that no "real ~~ional ,_ 1 delegJtion are . basing thought" has been given to what their ffght on-these three po,nts: would happen without the shipyard. 1 ·'•c'l'J~That the shi,pyard has a more "The situation has been that of ·irfiportant , role in the -security of all our 'eggs in one basket' and the 'the: countrs than ever before: , 'tall wagging the dog' ", Hartford , 1 (2) 1 That there is a need for a said. ,;very · aggressive" program to com"As important If · not more im,p ete with improvements being mad.a portant than to fight for full emin the submarine forces cf Russia. ployment at t'he navy yard should (3) That the local shipyard has 'be a concerted effort on the part demonstrated efficiency and- proo! every resident and businessman ductivity ·Of "a hlgih orr:ler." of Portsmouth •to bring in diver~hough the governor , said he sified industry even to the point ~ad been in contact· with officials o! where diversified industry could lihe local yard this morning, Capt. carry the entire load," Hartford i:ieon ~; Blair, USN, chief of staff, claimed. sa1~·,,rwe do~t know any more He added: abo'u t •the situation than anyone • • • else." ·. · ; "PORTSMOUTH WOULD BE l ' . ; • • • • much better of! l! it ·never had the .,. BLAIR · SAID there would be no navy yard. Then and onlr then could P'tlbllc statement issued by officials progressive businessmen see to It at the yard, adding that all releases we had other Industries. It's not "will come from Washington." too late even now." i' "The first time I heard about the A predict.ion that the layoffs wl11 ·layoffs was In last night's Herald. I prove "cllsastrous" to Portsmouth was taken ·by surprise," Blair said. area communities came from Kitl C~pt.-. Ralph .E. Mcshane, USN, tery Selectman William E. Dennett. ' shlpya.rd commander, declined to "We certainly hope that It doesn't ~comment on the planned layoffs. come to pass. We must do everyRear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., thing possihle. Our whole economic 1 USN, naval base commander, left ' situation nlnges on the yard," Denthis morning on a motor trip nett added. through Maine and could not be • • • ;r'e ached for comment. . HAROLD L. DOW, chairman o1 • • • t'he Eliot board of selectmen, said BROWN'S AIDE, Lt. Comdr. Edthere will be "no place for the peowin T. Osler, USN, said: "The ad- ple to turn If the men are laid off." miral left this morning on a week or Dow suggested that local shipyard 10-day leave. He was gone before I workers should be given preference had a chance to talk to him." over workers who reside elsewhere David C. Pa..:kard, µresident of than the Portsmoutih area "providthe Portsmouth Chamber of Com- 1 ing they have eq'4al sklll." mer~. said his organization "will I E. Curt!$ Mabthews, banker and ' I " chairman of the Ohamber of Com(Please turn to page three) 1 .~◄-... I l • \be~n~ 'The peak ot employment durJng l merce <;ommittee on navy yard af' fairs, sbressed, "We must keep It World_.W&.r I ·'Mls in October, 1918, here. Portsmouth Is a one-Industry vmen 15,723 were working · at the town. We must do all In our power .shipyard; 'But the following year, 1,326 workel'.s . we.i·e dropped from to halt the layoffs." Matthews claimed there Is "a lot the l'08ter. Continuing & downward, trend . of polltlcs behind t'he layoffs and although we can't say too much about dlli1ng subsequent years, 2,900 employes were sb:lcken from yard work it, It's true enough." Benjamin F. Tober, chairman of lists untll a low level was reached 1 the Chamber of Commerce retail in 1935. Only 1,500 were employed board and vice president of the at that time .. • • organization, appealed to local residents for "intelligent planning and THE FIGURE climbed to 2 ,600 action tihrough a united supreme In 1936; 3,400 in 1937 and 3,150 1n effort." 1938. Tober added: Delving a bit deeper into hlstory, "We should not view the present statistics disclose that hlgih ~ point situation with alarm or panic. If of employment during the Clvll 'there ever was a need for coopera- War was 2,500 in 1864. tion between Portsmouth merchants ! However, parallel with the curand the community as a whole, now ,rent postwar trend, all but 71 is that time." :workers were laid off at the local • • • shipyard by 1877. JAMES B. SMITH, owner of two I The current level ls approximatehotels and · also a Chamber of Com- Jy 25% of the World War II peak merce vice president, said that the reached in 1943 when 20,466 workers planned layoffs are "inevitable" but earned their livjng at the Portsurged local citizens to "rally to- mouth naval shipyard. gether." 1 Nearly every town In the P01·!.!"The navy cutba.cks can be ex- · :mouth area will be hit by the reduc,p'ected, this Is an air age,''. Smith Uon pla.n s, with Portsmouth a1~d added. ,'~ . ;, , I Fay ,. Ka!le, secretary-treasurer LKHtery receiving t'he most i;evere , blow. · of the arine, Plpefltters and Help- . • • • rd ers union at the shipya • aald he LATEST BREAKDOWN available had been notified by .Martin P. ' showing the number of shipyard Durgin, general president of th e , workers living in each of the Ports1 United Association o.f Plumbing mouth a to i d t d N rea wns s a e ovem- / and Plpeflttlng Industry, that the I ber 1948 h i t 1 58 o entire shipyard wlll not be closed · perso' ; w en apl prodx ma e Y , O · " b tla!" d ti d ns were emp oye . but a su s,tan re uc on ma e At that time 1,794 shipyard work- l 1 ers resided in Portsmouth and 1,060 • In the yards perso.n nel. made their home In Kittery, Dover's 1 representation numbered 474. ! • Cutback Defails For Yard Sho~ ,, I Still Not Knowll · I '11here was "no Information" at the shipyard today as to where the ax would fall when It swings down on the 1,240 jobs at stake there under national curtailment ord~rs. A shipyard spokesman said he : was unable to "e,,en gue~s" what shops would affe<::ted-or how, and emphasized that layoff plans j wl11 not be made until full direc1tive3 are receivert fr?m the Navy department in v:as~mgton, 0 "NO OFFICIAL orders or Infor- mation concerning the reduction have been received," was ihe .spokesman'& reply to a reporter's questions. At the same time, figures released by t'he naval base show that despite the present drastic reduction with its serious effect on the Portsmouth area, the employment level ls merely following the same pattern as it did after previous wars. ,1 ! • .. • THE CURRENT NUI\IBER of em- ploye.s at the local ~hlpyard Is approximately 2,000 above the number working In 1939, the last " normal" prewar year. . At that time 3,431 persons were on . ~~ yard,~payrol~".. . .... ' 0 • • • for other New Hampshire, Maine and Massachusetts cities and towns reveal that . Eliot had 215 workers at tthe shipyard; Newburyport, 119; York, 232; STATISTICS Amesbury, - 160; Haverhll!, 91; Lowell, 6; Lawrence, 31; Rochester, 95; Greenland, 45; Hampton, 7l; Manchester, 50; New castle, 61 ; Newmarket, 78; Rye, 83; and Berwick 58. ' Other towns with workeTs at the Portsmouth .shipyard In 1948 w&e Somersworth, 149; South Berwick 149; Biddeford, 72; Ogunquit, 41; and Saco, 56. New Hampshire then, as now, pro. vlded the majority of workers with : a -total o! 3,288. Maine was second , with 2,083 and Massachusetts trail.: ed with only 534 employes. I �Pe-_;sonnef Limit ' ProspecfsPoor .. Will Stick Despite For Dismi~l · _ . d is ·. !Yard Employes : FU n S O r Wo rk 1 Q~ I i HE SAID those dismissed Will follow ~e same routine RI! other ' jobless In Portsmouth. They . will be required to register at the . High · street office and will be notltied if employment 1s found 'for them. · 'Graves said there was a possibility that jobs may be available outo!--atate "as' was the case during previous layoffs at the ya.rd." ' Graves, however, ■ounded one note of optimism. An appeal for a lfederal .~ey ·• ' of the unemployment situe.tlon tn · Portsmouth was made· to the De_Yesterday's order slashing 1,240 employes from the partment of Commerce tod11¥ by "There appears to ~ tendency , payroll at the Portsmouth naval shi ard wa u. s. Sen. Styles Bridges who -ls ' toward an Increase in employment downl without regard . to the individu1?shops af~e~t~~deidt spearheading a move · to offset the In ~he durable goods line. But we planned layoff of 1,240 Portsmouth was earned today. , can t tell right now whlllt It will naval shipyard workers. amount to," he said, . T?,US there .was no determination as to how the 1~ offs Bridges, in a telegram .to The As local businessmen braced will hit when the actual firing comes within the nextyfou Port1mouth Herald, said he has rethemselves for the effects of the months. r quested that the department's ofdrastic reduction In employment at • • • flee of dome.stlc commerce include ' Also, Washington reports Indicatthe shipyard, E. Cur,tls Matthews ADMIRAi, WHEELOCK is sched• Portmnouth In Its planned llll.rVey . president of the Plscataqua saving~ ed Jlttle chance of easing tihe blow b~nk and Chamber of Commerce of wholesale dismissals, even though uled to meet this afternoon or to- of New England communities In · director, appealed to Gov. Sherman ranking- navy department officials morrow with three delegates from connection with increasing unemAdams to use his ln!l\lence In . I Indicated yesterday thlllt they expect the sWpyard's civilian force to dis• ployment problems. bringing a new industry:.....especlalt!he shipyard to have more work than cuss the technical capacity for 11uch • • • ty a steel plant-Into Portsmouth, BRIDGES SAID the c~erce ' men to handle It when the new sub- manufacture. • • The shlpy,ard representatives !have department sends into local com- ' marine construction program gets IN A LETTER to the governor _under way. ·b een In Washington since Sunday. munitles, where the unemployment Matthews described local Industrial: • • • They a.re Bart M. Dalla. Mura, pres- ratio 1s high, representatives to conlsts and. citizens as "a bit depressed" NEITHER DOES the question of !dent of the Shipyard Improvement suit with business and imlustrial available funds enter into the plo- association; John Goss, secretary- leaders and to list the various busl- • over the scheduled employment slash. He pointed out that Portsture, 1t was stated, Secretary of De- treaaurer of the Portsmouth Metal nesses and Industries as to products ' mouth Is a "one induswy commufense Louis Johnson was reported , Trades council, and Henry Hodgdon and maiterlels which can be hand•· nity" and "entirely" depende'llt on ' ftnn In h!a decision to hold to tha :'or Ranger lodge No, 836, Intcrna• led in these cities and towns. navy yard employment. new tmployment celllnga, regardle.,s tlonal Association _o! Machinists, Bridges said thMe II.stings are re"Due . to the cut, ·we are . vitally of any other posslbla inf!uen,;ilng Admlral Wheelock will report to turned to Washington where the lnterest~d In a new industry, r ··am· 1 factors. Senator Bridges on the results ot Io!!lce of domestic commerce in-· aware of the tact that ;tou a,re not ue11,nW11lle, congre6Smen from !Ws discussion wit.h the ,local group, 11tructs all agencies receiving bl.d.9 only an lnfluentie.I citizen of !Jhe Maine, New Hamps'h!re end other • • • for govennment contracts to pre-. st.ate but also .on a committee for New England states continued to WESLEY . POWEI,J., admlnlstra.- sent to the buslnesees and tndustriea the New England Council, Investiwage a. frantic fight nga!nst the pro- tive assistant to Senator Bridges, full · informa.tlon regarding congating the possibility ot a · steel posed cutbacks In this area . reported a. "hot and heavy" wra.ng1'1 traet8 for which they would be plant locating In New Englnad," Sen, Styles Bridges today calle-d ,between a New England congresa- ellglble to bid, Matthews wrote, on fellow senators of both pa.rtle.s Jona.I delegation and navy o!flc!als · The New Hampshire senator said Matthews told the governor that to aid him In an attempt to prevent ~n the capital yesterday a.f,t ernoon. the office of domestic commerce in Portsmouth Is a "logical" location a scheduled 6lowdown in submarltte I Powell himself figured proml• Washington Js · advising its regional for a. steel industry in view of its consf:lructlon here. nently In the proceedings when he o!!lce -in Boston to survey t;he proximley to the Labrador • ore • • • took the navy spokesmen to task for Portsmouth 11ltuation in view of re-supply, Its docking facilities and THE SENATOR said his move , the fluctuation in employment fl• ductlons at the sWpyard• . skilled workers. · stems from "admissions by top de• gures at the Pol'tsmouth shipyard. · ' · ' • • • • • • fense officials throughout the postRecalling tha,t a celling of 5,300 ''THIS POSSIBLE SOURCE of "KEEP OUR IN T ERE S T at war period" that .submarines a.re employes was "assured" only 10 daya assistance fot the community •will heaz:t," Matthews appealed to- the the chief weapons of both of!ensa ago, Powell asserted, "You are ap- be_ followed up carefully,", Bridges and defense in atomic warfare. proaching the point of deliberate promtiled. . , governor. 1 Matthews, chairman of th e "I feel that a drastic slowup In misleading Information." • Moortwhile, Anful)w c. Graves; our submarine construction pro• However, the navy officials ·re- man.ager ' Of the New Hampeh!re Chamber of Commerce navy yard gram Is not consistent" with the an- plied that the figures were given : JllrtlploYb'e.ntServkc offlclf,fn .P orts• - committee, received a telegram yesnounced overall defense require- .out "In good fRlth" and then ad• mo.u th, described the 81:hployment terday from Senator Bridges In men,tg," he said, nlso citing the mltted that they themselves had sltUSlttOJ1•.hf.re ,a& •"nil." ,,. , . ,, ; which the New Hampshire con- · "urgent appeals" pending before not received the data. on the ll'-test · Graves said no special mange~ gressman said, "You can depend ICongreM for armed aid ~ llluro• ,cutback until noon yesterday. ments are ,being made for the 1n,. on me to continue to use every Inpean oountrles. • • • flux ,of unemployed shl.pYll.I'd, work•' fluence within my power to be of , At a oonferenci -with New Ena• IT DF.VELOPED from the confer- era expected at hi, o!f!ca during assistance" during the present emla:nd congre111m16n yesterday after- ence that the Electric Boat company the next four months ~'became wa ployment crisis. be • I Jt::~. noon, three hl&h naval officials em• : at Groton, Conn,-Portsm~~th's aub-1:e phaslzed that, under Beereta.ry marine-building "rlval"-had com- ~:~m::th ~rd~~ ~~ «n~;~::t quired to operate lltrictl w\thin the ll ry new personnel• imJ)Olled. ~t: • for . ■uc.11 emergenoiu '~ ' ~ ~ pletely esca~d the new curtailment. GRAVES PA;N;E~ gioomy pieThe navy s explanation was that ture for sWpyard workers who exreductions In private shipyards can- lpeot to obtain employment in Ports not be made during the term of con- 'mouth if they are among · the . l,24~ tracts with them, dismissed before Ohrfstmas. Senator Bridges then demanded Graves said there are a "few scatthat all reductions, "with particular tered" cases where a sWpyard worker regard to the Electric Boat Co.," be )may be able to find work here but Tesurveyed In the Interest of eas_lng for the most part they ma; be the Portmnouth cutback, · forced to seek employment out-ofPowell reported that Bridges had state. • received a promise that the resur- "We don't have any Jobs open for vey would be undertaken and tJhe laborers or skllled workers. Most of flnd!ng11 reported to him, tihe positions open now are for doSen. Charles W, Tobey and Rep- mestlc help such as kitchen workers resentatJve11 Chester E- Merrow and and the !Ike," Graves added. Norrl.s Cotton of New Hampshire • • · · also were present at yesterday's I SC!&!ion in the Navy department, ; They were joined by Dalla Mura, OOM and Hodg-don. THERE WAS STILL conjecture over whether the coru;truct10n slow• down here would result In even fur• ther layoffs later, based on the possible slack that might be c:reatad. To combat tWs immediate J)OS8l• blllty, Senator Bridges 1s 11eeklng to arrange for the Interim manufacture of "sldellne" navy items until oon• etr~t,ion of t.he three submarines as• .signed to tbe local shipyard gets un• der way. . . In thla regard,· Senator Brldgea sent a memorandum to Adm. Oharlee D. Wheelock, .deputy ohlef of the navy bureau of .ships, ·asking for a list or spectflo itema that could be , twned out here, /05 �SaJs· Orders :Eor Navy Yard .Cutback ICll!le ~~r,~M~!1~~~~,!~~ 1:fAd9use ams Informed 1 . ' w ope Held 'paign-to _Forestall Layoffs also reported that no schedule ha.t been wopted for releasing the men, However, Capt. Ralph E. Mcshane, USN, commander of the shipyard, received. 01-tlers to appear In .~ashington Monday ,for ,. confe1ence 1with navy officials, • ' Washington by two other shipyard representatives, Henry Hodgdon and , John Goss, Informed Mr.yor Ne~~ I t,hat he attended two "Important sessions yesterday afternoon and worked witih U., S. Sen. St~les Bridges u.,tll g o'clock last rugh: Sh Ipya rd Laay::,r::,Offs Can 'f 8eHaIted . • • ■ on plans for speci[I~ work requests f Adm Charles D . Wheelock, oritles could not elaborate on Mc- ;e:ty clhl~f of the bureau of ships. Shane's orders it was assumed! thait It was at the conclusion of tJhe . • • ,1CONCORD, Aug. 30 (AP)-Gov. New Hamp.shire and Maine con- the conference will be in reference telegram that Dalla Mura s~id, "congreS.siional delegations surprised gre&ional delegations and repre- to the planned layo!fa. Sherman Adams was informed toThose leading the campaign to _ sentatives of Portsmouth naval 1 day that there ls no chance of &hipya.rd workers staged a la.st- avoid the layoffs attempted to em- I t the apparent lack of locaµnter- _ having an order cutting the Portsphaslze to Washington_ officials the :St." q-1 'l~ ditch•, fight , today to forestall the mouth naval shipyard personnel by Importance of submarme construe• • • c:Usm!Mal. of 1,240 workers but there 23%, changed during the· coming CURTIS E. MATTHEWS, chairwere indications that their attempts tion to the country's security. 1 , year ending June 30, 1950. Senator Bridges 611id the move man of the Chamber or Commerce will be futile, stems from "adnrlsslons" by top de- : navy yard committee assured bo~~1 He received a letter from Dan A . The congre561llen and spokesmen tense officials throughout the post- 1Dalla Mura and congressmen t111s Kimball, an undersecretary of the ·for the shipyard employes report.ei:1- war period "that submarines are morning, however, that "eve1~ buslnavy, expressing regrets qver the ly were prepared to ca.rry an appeal the chief weapons of both otfensit ness interest" In Portsmouth 1s suprecent order laying off 1,240 emto President Truman but hopea for and defense in atomic warfare." porting Washington efforts to fight ployes at the navy yard. Governor sueeess• bogged down with the disBridges 1Jaid yesterday: the layoffs. Adams was told his protests were cJosure , tlhat the President himself "I 1eel thll,t a drastic slowup 1n Matthews said that the "whole 1 · understandable, but nothing could ordered the na,tlon-wide slash 1n our submarine construction pro- economic life of our community" anny, :na-vy and air force civilian gra,m is not consistent with the an- will be affected by the drastic ac- I be done to restore any of the presonnel for the remainder of the warlre1'15. nounc,ed overall defense requireM fiscal year. tlon. Matthews. urged Dalla ura • • • ments" . PRESIDENT TRUMAN told a Brid~ cited the "urgent 111ppeals" to "work h~rd" for assignment of· KIMBALL INFORMED the chief news' conference that the eoonomy pending before Congress for armed repair work and "pledge efficiency" , executive that the amount of work mov&-'Ullpopular where it hurt aid to European countries. of all shipyard workmen to "do assigned to the Portsmouth center mostLwas taiken by Defense Secre• • • their best." will have nothing to do with the ta4-y .Louis Johnl!On on orders from THERE STILL remained this "We are with you 100 % in your number of employes under the navy the Wtilte House. question: efforts," MatU1ews wrote. iepartment's new "austerity" proWill the construction slowdown In a telegram to Senator Bridges, Another indication that tha fight here result In even !urther layoffs gram. will be hopeless was the fact that later, based on the possible slack Matthews said: He wrote Adams: · "Port.smouth never needed supSecretary Johnson was prepared to that might be created? port of you and Tobey (Sen, Charles ~remaip \fll'lll in .hi• decision to 11la&h "The upper limits of employment W Tobey) and all New Hampshire employment ceilings, rega.rdle8- of at Portsmouth naval shipyard will deiegatlon as we do at this critical ngresslonaJ 1n!l.uenca. be determined by the new personperiod. Every citizen of our comm~nel ceiling rather than the volume congressmen continued M> nlty urges ~our energetic support. of work which may be assigned to wage a.•- frantic fight ag-a.lru!t the • • • the yard. Whether any additional roposed , cutbacks at the PortsMATTHEWS ALSO SENT a wire work, Including ship conversions, uth, na.val &hipya.rd, local bual• to Senator Tobey in answer to a rees&nen , and . 11ervice . clubs di.I• cent letter he received from Tobey. 1 manufacturing, etc., can be aspatched itelegrama to Washington . In his telegram, Matthews so.id, I signed to Portsmouth will depend / upon the capacity of the yard to aBSUl"1ng , ,Official:! tihat "local in"Our economic life is threatened." undertake such work within Its terest•: 1ia 'at a. peak. "We never needed you and Styles A spokesman for Portsmouth new personnel allowance." • • more than at prese_nt. Do your best naval shipyard employes Qaid today LATEST TO SEND me.ssages of that- membe.rs of tl1e New J!ampsupporf were Harold Chand.lea-, pre.- shire and Maine -cong'ressional · del• for us," he added. Tobey's letter, dated Aug. 23, in1derit1 ot the . Kiwe.til:JI club, Morris ega,tions are "surprised" a,t the "ap~Ell'!ry. "ecrellalry pf ,the Rotary olub, · parent lack of local interest" in formed Matthews that the senator ,_nd!tndfvMual--buslnessmen; · drastic layoffs !acing the shipyard was seeking work from the Atomic .t ' .-i.i!!",1.t.l.:~ •· .• ;., .. . Energy commission to absorb the workers. pie~~ ·were' -sent to u. 6. Ba11t M. Dalla Mura, president of Impending slack at the shipyard. sen. 'Styles , ,Bridges, u. s. Sen., the Shipyard Improvement associaCha.des · W.,- Tobey and Bart M. tion who is now conferring with ~.I' ,Mura, president of the Ship- Washington officials, made the. disyard Improvement aJ1socia.t1on; John · closure in a telegram to Mayor Cecil Goos, -secretary-treasurer of the M. Neal. Portsmouth Metal Trades council, • • • a:n.d; H~nry, Hodgdbn of Ranger DAI,LA MURA reported that lodge No.· 836, International AIJao.;i shipyard representatives are in cla,tlon of Machinists, !' "constant touch" and working with , Meanwhile, ofificiaJs at .the ahip- ·the entire New Hampshire and Y~d said 'they · 11tfil . have received Maine congressional delegations who no •'btficla,l'• •nottltcation of the plan !have "full realization of what U1e - - reductions will mean to the Port.s_mouth _are!'.:.~ _ ALTHOUGH loca-1 s:hipye.rd auth.; . ! * •· * 0 . 'Lack of Interest' In Y.ard Cutbacks Surprises Solonso.~ • I -y~, ---~.. ~---..__ -- I �Joseph Hamel, 34, of Pine street, Kittery a war veteTan, father of one child, and a welder: "Personally I'll leave here and not come back. don't know where I'll. go but it will be anyplace I can find another job." The comments of workers who refused to i'Clentify themselves, and in some cases their jobs, follow: A Portsmouth shipfitter, war vetera,n, and father of two children: "Those damned Portsmouth businessmen are to blame. They haven't supported us in our attempts to avoid the layoffs. But they'll suffer the most. If I get laid off I won't be able to buy from them will I? The navy yard is our bread and butter. I'll probably have to dig clams and go fishing for a living." i: • • • 'HOW LONG WILL I HAViA JOB?'-Portsmouth naval shipyard workers asked themselves that question ' as they reported for work this morning after learning that 1,240 will be dismissed. Of this small group at lea-st one may be jobless before Christmas. (Portsmouth Herald photo) 1 ANOTHER PORTSMOUTH shipfitter and father of two children: "I can't say right now what I'll do. I guess I may stay in Portsmouthwhere else can I go? Employment is no better in other cities. New industry should have been brought here years ·ago." 1 A Somersworth sheetmeta.l worker: "I can't see why he (Defense secretary Louis Johnson) has to cut down on our jobs. These are critical times. We should have an increase in work-not a drop." Crestfallen Shipyard Workers ~~ . Wish .C ity-HacJ Other lndustr1es1 ' The average Portsmouth naval of them agreed that diversified inGecrcg·e Howie. 61, of Kittery, a shipyard worker was crestfallen and dustry In the Portsmouth area war veteran, father of three childiscouraged over the insecurity of would solve the problem, and they dren, and an electrician with 11 his job today as he solemnly won- were all disgusted with the insecuri- years service: "I think I will go to dered whether he would be one of 1 ty of federal employment. California 1f r am laid off. I will 1,240 workers dismissed during the Workers who identified them- stay here if I can find jtnything. l; 1 next four months. selves and their comments follow: know I won't go back to the yard. His problem was grave a nd he Robe1't Goodwin, 29, of 4 P1i~ce The layoffs a1·e improper." . • • viewed it witb:. apprehension. He avenue, Kittery, a war vete1an, JAMES P. CRONIN, 53, of Epping realized that at least one of every fa.ther of two children, and a sheetroad, Exeter, a wa~ veteran, unfive employes repor ting for work today would be jobless before Christ- metal worker since 1941: "It's a ma.riied, and a laborer with eight rough deal. I 've purchased a truck years sei-vice: "The layoffs are not mas. and I think I'll go in business for so hot. I don't know what I'll' do. He also was aware that hopes for ' myself if I'm laid off." ' I wish there was some · other in1 reemployment--at least in the l"01 tsAl'thur Gagnon, 41, of Sou th Ber- I dustry Mound here." mouth area-were futile. Each man, wick, a war veteran, father of two w. H. Gordon of 4 Love Lane, Kitespecially if he entered the shipyard children, and a pipefitter for eight tery, father of one child: "I expected during or after World War II, felt years: "It's a lousy deal." it to come. When you !haven't any that the "ax" was destined to fall work to do you must lay off some on him. HAROLD J. RUSK of Me.r1il1 men." • • •. street, Amesbury, Mass., single, and George Young, 59, of 35 Main A CLOUD of despondency hung ~ laborer: "We can't get awa.y from street, Kittery, a !helper with eight 1 over the long line,s of workers es 1't was bound to come sometime. I years service: "I think it's pretty · , they filed through the main g,a te I think I'll go home if I'm fired. I !hard. I'JI take off to some other place of the shipyard this morping-an would like to see some other kind if nothing turns up here." expression of uncertainty a.ha wony of industry here." • • • masking t~elr fa,ce . Ralph J. Couture of Kittery, e. FLORENTINO MERRILL, 39, of Three I>cirlsmouth He11:dd reporters war veteran, father o! one ooild, Windsor, Me., unmarried, war vetconducted a spot survey this mom- and storekeeper with 25 yea.r s ser- eran, and a welder with eight years ing and interviewed ·35 work-bound vice at the shipyard: "It probably service: "I was 1ooklv.g for it but I men and women. At least 20. ,d e- couldn't be avoided, but I hate to hated to see it come. I honestly cllned to Identify themselves, as one see it come. I don't know whait I'll don't know what I'll do." explained, "for obvious reasons," but do if I'm laid o!f." Clayton Edwards, 28, of ~aln I for the most part, the workers ex• • • stret, Kittery, a war veteran, fl!Jth~r pressed themselves freely, R. c. VALLOUS of Branford, , of one child, a shipfitter since 1942, Those who moved to the Ports- Conn., a war veternn, father ,of five except for three years in the sermouth area from nearby Massachu- sons, and a carpenter with nine vice: "There isn't much we can do setts and Maine towns and those yea.rs service: "I will return to Conabout it. I'll probably stay in Kitcommuting to Port.smout;h from necticut if I'm dismissed. We need tery." elsewhere said they would return to ot!her ind,ustry up here very badNaldo Tanner of Milton, a war their home towns to seek employ- there's nothing else to do here veteran, father of three children, ment if laid off here. other than work at Vhe yard. It's and a spray painter with 10 years Most of those interviewed were hard to take the layoff out I supservice: "We'll just have to take it-1 not surprised when t.hey heard of pose government expenses are high that's all. I'll look for a civilian the layoff plans yesterday. They and something has to be cut." job as a spray painter and come said t'hey have been expecting a Roland W. Paige of Hampton, a back to the yard if I'm · called." drastic employment slash since the war veteran, single, and a painter • • • end of World War IL w-ith 10 years service: "The layoff HENRY PARADIS, 30, of Newing• • • was inevl-table. If I'm dismissed I'll ,ton, a disabled war veteran, father MANY SAID they never would try to get another job in this area of two children, and a general helpreturn to the shipyard if dismissed first and then try somewhere euie. er with one year service: "There and called back to work la.ter. Mo.st I'd like to see another industry isn't much to say. I don't know here, though." what to do." I I tit. I I ••• • • • • A KITTERY MAN, general contractor, and fa.ther .of three children: "Instead of giving 'foreigners• jobs over he.re they should• hi.re men who have lived in this country all their lives and not the displaced persons." A Kittery shipfitter's helper: "I don't know wh,y they haven't caught up with me by now." A Kittery materials specialist: "I'll retire. I think diversified industry is the only answer to our problem." Anotlher Kittery shipfitter: "We're all confused. We don't k:J.ow where to turn." I. • • • I A SOUTH BERWICK family man I and !l)aint shop f;mploye: "I'll probably get a job In a South Berwick garage. I'll be damne_d glad get any • kind of Work;u, · f A Newburyport, Mass., welder: "If I leave bhis place and get a better job I'll never come back. But the difficult part of it is I don't kn.ow_. - where I can find another job." • A Kittery man employed in the joiner's shop: "You know as well as I do that as long as there is a war we'll have work. But when there's peace we can't work. I'm surprised it hasn't come sooner." I~o • • • A KITTERY SHIPFITTER: "We're all up in arms. We love our country but we have to live don't we? Our country is letting wi down. Why should we send money to Europe when we need it here?" A worker who declined to Identify himself or his job: "I don't know · what to think of it. It's all a damned rotten deal." An Epping coppersmith: "I'll take it as it comes. I'll sta.y in Epping and look for another job. I'd like to see another industry here to solve our problem." A planning depa.ttment employe: "It's a shame for the young fellows. There won't be anything else for them to do. It isn't right." • • • / Qt �layott Deadline Advanced to s~ \ Oct. 31 at Yard Deadline for the layoff of 1,240 workers at the Portsmouth naval shipyard has been set for Oct. 31, several weeks earlier than originally anticipated, high-ranking officials of the navy department in Washington, D. C., reported today. OLD TIMERS-Six employes, each with more than 30 years service, have retired from the Portsmouth naval shipyard. They are shown here with Capt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, shipyard commander. First row, George·B. Fernald of Kittery, toolmaker, Shop 06; Captain McShane; and Michael J. Conlan of Portsmouth, helper shipfiiter, Shop 26. Back row, Howard G. Durgin of Rye, painter, Shop 71; William E. Hold of Portsmouth, machinist, Shop 38; Wallace M. Chick of Kittery, master of Shop 56; and Leon E. French of Kittery, electrician, planner and estimator. (Portsmouth naval shipyard photo) '3, "'}- Kittery Man Appointed Destroyer Escort s,2 d Arrives Monday Chief Accountant at Var 0 ~-l Peter J. Sweeney of 41 Rogers road, Kittery, has been appointed chief fiscal accountant at the Portsmouth naval shipyard to succeed Joseph N Marcous who recently retired after 42 years service. Sweeney, a native of Lewiston, Me., was graduated from Bliss coµege and attended Boston university. He entered government service in 1917 as a bookkeeper in the bureau of supplies and accounts at Washington, D. C., and later transferred to the local shipyard. He has been a supervisor in the fiscal department for 25 years and has been active in the Portsmouth branch of the Federal Credit Union. He is now serving his ninth year as treasurer of the organization. He is also a member of the Portsmouth chapter, Naval Civilian Administrators association. For Parley Here A destroyer escort will be open for inspection next week at the Portsmouth naval base for members of the National Association of Secretaries of State attending their 32nd annual conference at the Wentworth hotel, New Castle. The 306-foot ship, USS William T. Powell, will be tied up at the local base Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Currently assigned to duty as an electronics training ship, the vessel assisted in firefighting at Bar Harbor, Me., in 1947, and at Rockland, Me., in 1948. Guest speakers for the week• long convention include U. S. Sen. Styles Bridge&, Maj.-Gen. Frank D. Menill, USA (Ret.l, and Gov. Sherman Adams. All 48 states will be represented at the convention which marks the second time in 10 years that the national association has met in New Hampshire. ------Admiral King Leaves ~'Naval Hospital PETER J. SWEENEY 0 Fleet Adm. Ernest J. King, USN, ' left Portsmouth yesterday after two months rest at the Portsmouth Naval hospital. The 71-year-old admiral, who was the first man in American naval history to serve simultaneously as commander-in-chief of the U. S. fleet and as chief of naval -operations, left Portsmouth municipal airport by naval plane headed for Washington, D. C. King will continue his convalescence at the naval hospital in Bethesda, Md. · According to his aide, Comdr. W. R. Denekes, USN, the wartime naval leader "enjoyed his stay I here and believes it was of great benefit to him." "Though there have been occasional reports to the contrary," the aide said, "Admiral King h as improved steadily since the summer of 1947 when he was taken ill." In 1947 the admiral suffered a slight stroke. Echoing the basic orders of Defense Secretary Louis Johnson for an economy cut, authorities in the Bureau of Ships early this week informed Capt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, shipyard commander, that reductions must "be completed" by the October date, and added that every department in the yard will be affected. * * * CAPTAIN McSHANE received the amplifying information while representing the local shipyard at a conference of all naval shipyard commanders in Washington this week. \ A local naval official also disclosed today that the reduction will require "a revision of ship overhaul schedules, the volume and character of manufacturing work and other items which constitute the over all work load." However, the construction or three new submarines and the conversion of one submarine now in progress at the local yard · will not be affected. * * • THE SLASH of 1,240 workers from the payrolls here was expected to become effective by December. Sen. Charles W. Tobey, in the \ meantime, appealed to Defense Secretary Johnson In a telegram last night to "give sympathetic consideration" to a survey to see it other defense work could be alloted to the local yard. Tobey said, in the telegram forwarded to J. D. Hartford, publisher of The Portamoulh Herald, that "the impending layoff will create a serious economic problem" to Portsmouth, "a one-industry city and I do not need to tell you what this llleans." The senator added he was doing all possible to obtain some other type of government work for the yard to take up the slack. �.,. , - :,•\ '>. . ,----,.,..,,..~ ~ ~ .Shipyard .C~tbaclc . Truman,, ·Decision /09 Layoffs· ·~osSib'le;'. Hit~ -Mrs. Batick;- On Bati~k 'Wa.ited sa·y,_ ~-.- S'hi pya rd Chi~f.S-,,.. She'll Ffght Back . . to Added- ' ' ~ \3 s The hopes of Mrs: Margaret E. \ 1Ba tick of .2915 Thornton street retain her Portsmouth naval ship. yard job now rest with New Hampshire congressmen seeking_a favorable interpretation from President Truman of his executive ,order which regained her position after a cutback in 1947. 0 T Addltio~al layoffs at the Poitsmouth •naval shipyard • are ' "in the realm Of P .o sslbility" Capt. Ralph E. McSh~ne, USN, shipyar~ co,mman- The Portsmouth wldow of a submarine hero who lost his life in the available Squalus forces' disastf'rforls her mustering de.r,'told Rotary club members yesterday. . · · ' · all second Listeners ·at a ' noontime meeting all-out battle to retain her job at at the, }loc~ngham hotel expected the Portsmouth naval shipyard. a discussion . of . the Normandy inPresident Truman issued an exvasion but in a last minute change ecullve order In August, 1948, reof topfc, McShane provided a full storing Mrs. Margaret E. Batick of explanation of the "official facts" 295 Thornton' street to her po~lof the pending shipyard slash. lion as payroll clerk which she "The iiicel1lng 4,100 employes r · lost in a cutback on Nov. 20, 1947. l of f t C t in Mc t') The order, climaxing a 10-month ~haanec\ta~!d. .;~t i:pd:es no~ j j effort by veterans groups, congresmean employment canQot go be- 1 slonal delegates, the secretary of low that figure." · lhe navy and J . D. Hartford, pub• * * ''There isn't much to say to lisher of The Port1mouth Herald, InHE Exp LA.IN ED that the soften the blow of the layoffs at structed local shipyait officials to amount Of Wol ·k assigned to the th d" w I p II u s place "the widow of John J. Balick, e yar • Bridges' es ey administrative owe • · · In electrician's mate, firstappointment class, USN, local shipyard in the future wlll Sen. Styles a non-competitive determine the level of employment. assistant, said last night at a spe- at the Portsmouth naval shipyard." "The big question faring us," the cial meeting called by the Ports• • * shipyard commander said , "ls ex- mouth Navy Yard Improvement ON FRIDAY Mrs. Balick was actly what the work load will be. association. "completely shocked" by a dismis"Unlil a reshuffling and re- / Powell explained to the audience sal notice informing her that ef- 1 scheduling program for lhe entire of more than 200 at the Commun!- reclive Oct. l4 her .iob at the shipfleet ls completed, nobody In the ty Center that the cul~ had been yard would be terminated. Navy department will be able to , ordered by Defense Secretary Aroused officials of the Portsanswer that question ." Louis Johnson and would stand mouth Naval Shipyard War Vet• • * no matter what the military ap- erans association, headed by AlCAPTAIN l\lcSJIANE explained proprlatlons voted by Congress. bert J . Shepard, immediately that a revised composition of the i • • • · mapped plans to defend the job of fleet will mean that some vessels BART DALLA MURA, president the widowed mother of a 10-yearpreviously scheduled for overhaul of the association, opened the 1 old daughter. may be "put In molhbolls," chang- meeting with a report on the re"The officials here aren 't folIng the " character of work lo be cent trip to Washin~ton he and lowing Truman's order," a velperformed." several members of the association erons' associollon spokesman said Jn other cases, he said. unpl nn- made. loclay, adding, "we 're 100 % bened work wlll bl! created by the The group, Dalla Mura said, ap- hind Mrs. Balick." action required to make a ship proached the Navy department Shepard, ,meanwhile, Is cont11ctlnacllve and' to keep It In go!Jd con- with a request for additional work 11'Jg 'N t J:V, Hamps!Jire Scn~~n; , dltlon. , at the yard and persisted In pre- Styles Bridges 11l'ld Charles \ W, "The Important point," McShane senting their view, even after the Tobey, and Rep. Chesler E. Mer- 1 emphasized, "ls the necessity of news of the la yoffs had broken . row tn an attempt to oblaln ' a 1 putting a la yoff into effect now Navy officials, who said they clarlflcaUon of executive order No. , using only the assumption of what were taken completely by surprise 9985 from President Truman. the future ,holds." by Johnson's announcement, could •. • • Cutback Orders for yardStand Powell Asserts·'!J ~ 0 1 _ Albert J. Shepard, commander of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard War Veterans association, last night Informed Sen. Styles Bridges · and Rep. Chester E. Merrow that his group believes "the shipyard Industrial relations department is wrong" in its interpretation of the President's order. I I Mrs. Ba tick, widow of · a submarine ·sailor lost in the sinking of the USS Squalus, received word today from Merrow's secretary that the New Hampshire representative believes, from the previous White House action, that her i job should remain secure. I Mrs. Batick Wins i Second Fight for ~ Naval Shipyard Job 1 The Portsmouth widow of a Squalus victim apparently has won her second fight for her Portsmouth naval shipyard job. Mrs. Margaret E. Balick of 295 Thornton street last night received a telegram from U. S. Sen, Brian McMahon of Connecticut telling her that he had been advised by Navy Secretary Francis P. Matthews of her reinstatement as payroll clerk at the yard.· , This marks the second time that Mrs. Ba.tick has carried an appeal! for her job to · the highest navy) offlc;iajs ap~ th~ '\Yh~ter H,~~ ! I ; • ·• * not make any promises on lncreas- , OFFICIALS of the shipyard add- , ' THE BEST NAVAL shipyar d Ing the yard's work load, however, ed their slant to the· Batlck case officials can 'do, he said, is Slri ve Dalla Mura r eported. this morning, stating that Truman's to maintain· a balanced for ce; to * * * order of last year . "merely gave retain a sufflcl~nt number of skills ANSWERING REPORTS th at the Mrs. Batick her job again, placing . ,, '. ' <Please &~n~Co pare three) ' association was not protecting 'Pt- her in an "A2" status behind vet-· .. ti eran's rights, Dalla Mura con- erans and in retention competition IN AUGUST, 1948, Mrs, Batlck's to do any kind of construe on, tended the problem was on e for with other workers " . job was restore,i by an executive· overhaul, conversio~, or m:n~~~c: all of Portsmouth and that no "We sincerely re gret the action order from President Truman. She,, turlng wo:k req~,h ed of P groups were given special cons id- / which will result in her diinlssal," previously had lost her position in yard of this type. d ti eratlon by the association in pre- a spokesman said "but as much as a cutback Nov. 20, 1947. Captain McShane promls~d .. sentlng the case to navy oCllcials. we wish lo he!; her we cannot 1 That order climaxed a 10-month he and othe~ offlcln~~o;~ou futur He added he hoped the "war" according to regulaUo~s." effort by veterans groups, conour utmost to k between the vets and non-vf'ts al I The shipyard official said her gressional delegates, the secretary "shifts" among the wor ~.rsh.e sn 1c. theB yard of the navy and J. D. Hartford, "It'• possible however, th Dwould JI M soon be d over. Powell case and the current reduction 11 11 1 publisher of The Port1m011th Hera'fd, •In thed t yplell f An moves have been reported to "su"that a change saido It was newsurato them. t~a,t__~ perlors in Washington" for any assigned the shipyar w orequ . to place "the widow of John J, Batlck, electrician's mate 1/c, USN, greater numbers of a certain typ California congressman had got- action that they mJght be able to , in a non-competitive appointment of skilled worker an4 less of an, ten the navy to reconsider plans take. . . at the Portsmouth naval shipyard." I th t e bringing about futur to shut down the Long Beach shipMrs. Balick t9day said she unThe Portsmouth widow, mother o elr YP 't changes In indlvldua yard. derstood that Truman's order inemp oymen · a r d Jo b " as long of one child, was again hit by last shops regardless of whether, or no The news was first revealed, sure d h er ~ s I11py month's yard layoff. An appeal to the total figure Is affected.' apparently, In an editorial appear- a_s . I remain unmarried and conthe President was delivered to the ...::=:..:::!'...::,:__;_______11ng in Inst night's Issue of The Porta- tmue to do good work in my postWhite House by various officials th H Id lion ." Her efficiency rating is "ex-1 after a Civil Service commission mou era . · • • • cellent" she added. report that only another execuPOWELL SAID he knew nothtive order could reiitore Mrs. ing of the matter, but would check Batick's job. on it immediately. Capt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, Objection had been raised from shipyard cbmmander, said this . Powell- repeate d -that- all 1faval the floor that if the California morning he has received no n9Uyard was kept open, it would give Jnstallatlons were hit· by the layfication of the reinstatement. 1 off order and pointed out that the West coast a proportionately higher employment rate than the . Portsmouth still held a preferred 1 position in the number of W?rkers East coast. _ employed In proportion to ·other ~~ds thr out the country. I I 0 I ~ w~~ I 0 r "...."':"::~::.:.:..=_.J....-.......:....::,__.....___ ... ' �""---- - ,, ~ ~l i - .~ ·, . • . ~ . a··· f ·1 / ' : ' . \ ' • ,: ~~, • f l I 1• • r'·a ,':-E··m•'t' p":1·0Y... y_· ··e·' s·;.; 1:~·-· ~ l"'.. .. •• t • ' I • •: . ' l ~ ~'f!.!~~ .. ., 1 ' ..... -. • . ~· • I ,, • ~\ ·~. .' Admiral .-Thebaud · \\D 1 Due Monday for g, . ·lnspectiop ·Visit ~ ' ' ·• ;,) ' _'.E,y ·Earlier LCIJoff' ,,~ . . ' . .··· ded in New Cut - . l[,~ ', ., \'~ -- - ~ ~ ~ - fiFiQure; ·-utback ,. . '00 Total ' - "Competitive area" refers to the , type of trade or occupation for which a man is qualified. An electrician, for example, would not be In job competition with a .car• penter. * * * Workload Shilts At Yard Await ~.11> Passage· of Funds CERTAIN TRADES, however, are composed entirely of veterans, "No definite work assignments" in which case some veterans will be can be made at the Portsmouth nareleased. . val shipyard until Congress passes :·.~ ...,.d .11,°' · •. 1r-f,• £r , ; .. ,;,,Two , hµ~dred . Portsmouth' naval , "Would It be possible to mis- the appropriation bill. That was indic11ted tod11y In a 111:ilJ>Y~~ e'llployes scheduled for a use the efficiency rating system to ·sept. 111 layoff . are Included in the deprive a veteran of his prefer• ·i etter forwarded to Tb• Portamoutb ' reduction figure of 1,240 ordered ence?" an official was asked. .Herald by u'. S. Rep. Chesi'l,r E. '. "Absolutely not," the official .r~cerltly'.", byC Defenise Secretary Merrow. The letter was written by i;,ouls ': f o~ns'on,_ a local shipyard . replied emphatically, Rear Admiral D. H. Clark in reHe explained that two alternaof(i~ial iald today. ,. • · • spons'e to a letter from Merrow askt, tives are open to any worker who ing that the workload at the local Johmion;i J order will affect ap~ believes he is unjustly rated. shipyard be adjusted to keep the p¼oxiniately 1,()00 workers," . the 1 If he chooses, he can appeal, In ceiling at 4,100 employes. st,·o~e11man said, explaining that order, to a lQcal review board The admiral explained to Mer2Q0 -wei:e to. be .dropped "anyhow" appointed by the shipyard com- row that "we are faced with a :tnsl' ~<:-Jprevlously ·, announced \'ad• , mander, to the shipyard com• problem in attempting to determine justment of· force to workload." mander, to secretary of the navy, the workload at all of our ship• 1 1 and, finally, to the U. S. Civil Ser. '10 ' to' tcid~y's clarifying · hi-. yards, as well as the Portsmouth vice · board of review in Washing• atlcin,' ft was · believed that . l,• naval shipyard." · w'orkers would . be dropped in ton, D. c·. * ''t wo-~ay, slash: ·, , < ' _· • .ADMIRAL CLARK said that the t, ;J, ,. ,1<,.~ 11< l_* ;, • · · ,, •. , ·1 HIS 'OTHER CHOICE is to preproblem was c11used by the fact FFICiALS ""ADDED •that the sent his case to a board of review that work assignments can not be r gin.al': ioo ' workers -•affected by compOBed of a regional civil serissued until appropriations have the·•reductfons have been notified vice representative, a shipyard been 1nade and, after the money management representative and an and''WiJl be released on Sept. 15 bill Is passed, there "will be some I as planned. ·r . ' employe representative. further delay. pending determina"These four Important factors' ,"None/ of,tlie ,'additional 1,000 tion of the ships to be Inactivated" have been;- notified yet," he added, veterans preference, l~ngth of serand fleet repair schedules. "because we· have not yet deter- vice, efficiency marks and the However, as soon as the budget is , hQtthey ,will be." . , approved, the admiral said, the buI competitive area," the ,shipyard reau of ships plans to call, in the ~ official added "are clearly and budget officers from the various \M,Meanwhlle, '·' City Manarer completely defined in our 'bible', federal shipyards to determine ··,.;~dw~d C,;Peterson announced Naval Civilian Personnel Instruc"how much work can be absorb£:d ~•li. t1iat.-a , 11plicial meeting tions." by each yard within the upper ~- :et thleit:,'council will be held "Management here has very litlimits of the recently announced tomorrow ai 11 am to consider tle discretionary power," he add~d. r -~ -.e{navil:11btp:,ard reductions. Delay in determining the l?· \ personnel ceilings." ' . .'. . ,...._ r\t,., ; ~I ' . l dividual workers to be affected m . He added, "It is our Intention, if -r r ' .. , ~ ., .· funds and work are available, to so • ·At thlt aame time, rumors that the pending layoff was blamed to dlstribtfte work among the yards the complexity of "bump and re! · eterana' rights are · not .' being as to ~r~vide _a~mployment le~_l 1 1 treat" rights. pro~4" 'were squelched by yard "Only veterans have bump 1 at each yard which wlll press up offlcera who explaiped in . detail' the,,lai~f. procedures. , ., . . , privileges,'' the spokesman said. _ tight against the ceiling. /J,'Ther& are;. 1four :, factors · that * * * * * * A VETERAN dismissed from a must be. understood,'' · an · official "UNDOUBTEDLY, certain ad8'id;'.' ''. o,:-- y~iierstand , how a vet- certain shop may replace another justments will have to be made in ;r..f.AJ1...CJ.l:'..!!~Y -W!)rker;' as a\ matter o! worker In another trade ' if the the tentative workload schedules ffct, · canv beJ selec.ted,_,for dismia- veteran ls qualified for the other under which we are now operating. ;,,r.~....?:> "?•:•J~-.'•'I_J • •r,•,i. . . type of work, he explained, adding These adjustments cannot be made ,rN•,t1'-JJ~•-:f ~;~~; 1 I~: ,. .: that he ~ay cause dismissal to anwithout making our future prob-· .. ' ~ f,•,~~ t " r, •,S"• I i.,...c(", /·• '. •~~ other veteran if he has priority -. nt!WV""·lfe •-explalhedr·' worker• lems more complex. "Accordingly, it will be the pur-fe~lie~riodlcal efficiency marks: 1 based on length of service or addi·etr,-an'. ~' classilie~ r as excel• ,1 tional points for a higher efficiency pose of this conference to allocate work and make at that time whatentt; very·,.•good, > or good )le 1, rating. Retreat privileges permit a ever workload adjustments may be :rA~w ahead 'Of. all . non-veteran■ m1hl• ~rconipeiltive 'area." _T he non• . worker, upon notice of dismissal, lndi-~ate~_-'_'_ _ _ _ __ to take a job in his particular trade ~ eter,6~~,1- re~~r?less · of length ·•ervloo, ttwm ·1 be released_ befor~ lower than the job now held. A \u~h ~,~~~ps1 1n that "area." , , worker of lower rating with' less t.i~•l(o~ever,'~ · ' th!! · · spokesman I priority points would then be d!s• 1 tdded;'J.~'veterans;twith only !l fair 1 charged. Veterans now1 employed at the 0~ ,un~i!fsfl\CtOr)'; r!lt~g•--~8 ~0~ a~ equal,,basls . wtthl oth,er workers, In , ·shipyard numb~r 3,100 of the total 1 which' case length 'of'.11ervice ts the · of 5,350 workers. , 1 hrilX>rt'a'nt' factor,in rlorlti ratlri . " ' r , .. , _. i. l 1, . I t * * * * * 't .-1• t. •.' ~ m of \ I I Rear Adm. Hewlett Thebaud, USN, who recently assumed command of the First n!lval district, will make an official visit to the organized submadne repali' division of the naval· reserve at the Portsmouth naval base Monday: night. Portsmouth and Kittery civic leaders have been invited to join with 17 officers and 130 enlisted men of the reserve division in greeting the admiral and his party. ' ... FIRST ORGANIZ1.m in 1946, the submarine repair division has just completed its third year as · a component of the nava~ reserve in the Portsmouth area. Lt. Comdr. William J. Cox, USNR, of Exeter ls commandmg officer of the division which ranked third of eight divisions in the First naval district submarine program at the end of the fiscal year in June. Admiral Thebaud and his official party will see practical instruction and training in welding, · electrical work, submarine refrigeration, boat building, sheet-met.al work and general orientation of new recruits. Lt. Edward East, USNR, of Portsmouth is division executive officer and Lt. George T. Mahar, USNR, , of Rye Beach Is training officer. ' Officers and men reside In Portsmouth, Dover, Rochester, Somersworth, Hampton, Durham and Exeter. * * * THE ENROLLMENT In the division has risen rapidly to 130 men and 17 officers since It was re-constituted as a submarine repair division earlier this year. Plans are underway to fill the 200-man coin~ plement by the end of this year. Vacancies for enlisted rates range from shipfitters, torpedomen, machinist's mates, seamen recruits and 15 other classifications. Admiral Brown~ih ,Transfers Orders Capt. Leon N. Blak, USN, today assumed command of the Portsmouth naval base as Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., USN, , prepared to report for duty· as 1 commapder of the Pacific sub- · marine fleet at Pearl Harbor. Admiral Bi·own read his orders, dispatching him from duty at Portsmouth, during a ceremony in his . office. Heads of base componenls, departments, master mechanics and leading civilian personnel attended the ceremony. -1 �Navy Head Invited Here To See Effects of Cutback - Dondero Reveals Bump ~nd ~~!reat_ Rights HerOwn Efforts . v ··1 S·" E~!.~d~~.~.!~~ Po~m~uth ~v~,~.!,rw~~~ I T0 Bring Isl The city council today invited Navy Secretary Francis P. Matthews to visit Portsmouth to see for himself what effects the naval shJ.pyard layoffs will have on the city. But before the council got around to taking a vote on the matter, Councilman Mary C. Dondero calmly informed the council that she already had been tn Washington - "on her own" - and broached the same proposal to Secretary Matthews. -.· * * SHE REPORTED acceptance of her invitation by the navy chief and said he "probably will be here this fall." Nevertheless, Mrs. Dondero joined in unanimous council approval of the proposal to extend another invitation from the council itself. The council's action was prompted by a letter sent to Michael A. Barrett of 411 Middle street, master of the electrical manufacturing shop at the shipyard, by Atty. Arthur L. Quinn, former Portsmouth resident who is now practicing law in Washington. * * * QUINN TOLD BARRETT he had heard of plans for drastic reductions in work loads at the nation's , shipyards and became concerned for Portsmouth's welfare. Quinn, who once worked in the shipyard here himself, suggested to Barrett that the city officially invite Matthews to Portsmouth and the shipyard. He also informed Barrett that he had written a personal letter to Matthews and sent a copy of the letter to Barrett. In his letter to Matthews, Quinn pointed. out that Portsmouth's industry is limited to the shipyard and stressed results the layoffs wlll have on the Portsmouth area. "Artisans employed at the shipyard are truly experts at submarine construction," Quinn wrote to Matthews. * * * AFTER READING both letters the council accepted a motion by Councilman Richman S. Margeson that the invitation be immediately telegraphed t o Matthews in Washington. It was at this point that Mrs. Dondero arose and told the surprised council that she went to (Please turn to page three) Johnson Contends There Is No Plan To Close Shipyuid ceiving dismissal notices in the current layoff were explained today in a statement released by shipyard officials. There is no plan to close the The statement added that A-1 or"'- - -Portsmouth naval shipyard in the A-2 employes with five or more "A EMPLOYE who can 'bump' "foreseeable future," Defense Secyears of service, who cannot be re- or 'retreat' is so informed by the retary Louis Johnson said today tained locally, may displace work- indu trial relations department. ers holding war service or tempo- Additional infom,ation on this sub- in a letter to U. S. Rep. Chester E. rary appointments in othet naval ject may also be given to em- Merrow. Johnson's letter was in reply to a activities in the United States. ployes by their shop personnel communication from Merrow in The official release follows: supervisors. "A n employe with civil service which the congressman sought in"A-1 A-2 employes with fi·ve · formation about the future status s t a t us au d an eff.1c1enc ratlng of years or more of service who canof the shipyard. " goo d" or b ett er w1·t h ve l eran pref- not be placed at this sJ i·pyard 1 · i t The defense secretary said that erence 1s n re ention sub-group may displace employes holdi·ng A1 the shipyard's personnel ceiling , - · war service or temporar~ appointhas been set at 4,100 but that the * * * ments in other naval activities in figure is tentative and subject to "AN EMPLOYE with civil ser- the United States. Employes change as the overall requirements ' iency ratmg · v ice s tat us an d an eff 1c should report to the industrial reof the navy may vary. But, Johnson of "good" or better without veteran Iations department at once if they f · • pcinted out, the reductions should pre erence is m retention sub- desire consideration for placement not be construed as an intention or group A-2. at another naval activity, or if they "Ab t 60 %O Of 11 I t plan for eventual closing of the ou a emp oyes a desire additional information on shipyard. this shipyard are in retention sub- this subject. group A-1, 39 % are in retention * * * * "AS YOU KNOW, the Portssub-group A-2 and 1 % in other reTHE NAMES OF employes sepamouth shipyard is a highly speciatention sub-groups. lized activity, particularly as re"An A-1 employe can 'bump' rated will be placed on a reinstategards submarine construction, dean A-2 employe if he is qualified ment reserve list (similar to fursign and repair, as well as a manfor the position, and the position lough list) and they will be offered ufacturing facility for specialized held by the A-2 employe is in the reemployment if the services of electrical equipment," Johnson same or lower trade group and ex- additional men can be utilized. wrote. pected to last three months or more. An employe who feels that there "In view of the foregoing, I am An A-2 employe cannot 'bump' as has been a violation of his rights pleased to inform you that the dethere are no employes at this ship- under the reduction in force regupartment of the navy will have yard in a lower sub-group (war lations may appeal in writing to a continuing requirement for the service or temporary status) whose the First U. S. Civil Service region, naval shipyard, Portsmouth, for jobs will last three months or more. Postoffice and Courthouse buil"An employe can retreat to a ding, Boston 9, Mass. the foreseeable future," he added. position from which he has been promoted in his own retention subgroup (A-1 to A-ll (A-2 to A-2 ) providing the employe holding such ~·~ position has fewer retention credits, and such placement does not result.. in a promotion. For exA m~)Ve is underway in Washington today to include the Portsmouth ample, an A-2 employe who was promoted from helper machinist n~val shipyard in a new military assistance program and thus assure a to machine operator, and then to larger ~vor~ load, U. S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey said today in a telegram machinist can displace an A-2 ma- to BenJ amm A. Tober,_Chamber of Commer ce re tail board chairman. chine operator or helper machinist Tober had telegrams to Johnson that facilities at the Portswith fewer retentiofi credits. bo~h Tobey and U. S. Sen. Styles mouth shipyard be utilized in con* * * Bridges saying that "it seems fol- nection with the military assistance ly•: to curtail operations at the program. Tobey said he also has q shipyard in view of President Tru- / emphasized to Johnson the impor<Continued from page one) man•~ recent announcement that tance of re-establishing "a strong Washington two weeks ago and ex- Russia now possesses the A-bomb defense program in the light of tended an invita tion to Matthews secret. events of the last few days." personally. * * Tobey and Bridges Plea For More Work at ar -;!rt Navy Secretary-:s. "I br ought up the fact that the best submarines in the world are bunt here and I used it as a point for sending_ extra work here," Mrs. Dondero said. Councilman Dondero also snid she conferred with Defense Secretary Louis Johnson and reported that Johnson told her the navy Yard reductions "were just what the navy wanted." * * * BRIDGES ALSO REPLIED to- I Bridges explained that despite congressional appeals to stave off the layoffs, Johnson has refused to revise his plans to reduce employment at submarine bases. day to Tober's telegram and said that he has stressed to -Defense Secretary Louis ,Johnson that there s~ould be no retarding in construc* * * t1_0~ ~ue to the "increasing insta- I TOBER HAD WIRED that "logic bihty of the international situasuggests at least a delay in separtion. ation dates of trained shipyard personnel until developments can be Tobey said he has ~uggested reviewed by Congress. " IfI �Workload Expected To Rema in St eady At Naval s.~hipyard Admiral Brown Named S, 1 ~ • Chief ·of Pacific Sub Fleet Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., USN, commandant of the Portsmouth naval base since Nov. 15, 1945, will leave "on or about" Oct. 1 to head the submarine force of the Pacific fleet. Ca pt. Leon N. Blair, USN, chief of staff, will ass ume administrative and military control of the localnaval base until a relief for Admlral Brown is named by avy department in Washington, D. C. As commander of submarines, Pacific, Admiral BI"own will direct operations of the underwater fleet from the Pearl Harbor, T. H., base where he served during the major part of the war on the staff of Vice Adm. Charles A. Lockwood, Jr., OSN, who was then commandei• of the submarine force. * * * THE ADi\URAL was graduate from the U.S. Naval academy with the class of 1914. As an undergraduate he played three years of varsity football and was named by Walter Camp as an all-American guard in 1913. He is native of Pennsylvania. During the war he directed training of submarine activities in the Pacific area and at the conclusion of hostilities was in command of a division of light cruisers in the Pacific. Admiral Brown previously was stationed in Portsmouth nearly : two years in 1930 and 1931 during the fitting out and commissioning of the USS Narwhal. FOR HIS *SERVICES * * I as com- manding officer of Submarine [ Squadron Four during operations against Japanese fo:cces from July, 1942, to November, 1943, be was awarded the Legion of Merit. Other decorations received by the admiral during the war Jnclude the Distinguished Service Medal, Gold Star in lieu of the second Legion of Merit, and the submarine combat insignia. His new assignment is a promotion to "one of the best jobs" and one of the most responsible duties in the submarine force. D ·interim Report Explains Plans Only 'Tentative' Temporary assurance that the Portsmouth naval shipyard will be assigned a large enough workload to support its 4,100-man employment ceiling came from the Navy department in Washington today. The forecast was received by U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges in the form of an "interim report" on budget studies now being carried on within the department to determine future work assignments. However, it was explained that present plans are only "tentative" 1and, as far as the Portsmouth installation is concerned, Is figured on the basis of "past experience." * * * ADMIRAL B ROWN THE REPORT was forwarded to Bridges by Rear Adm. Charles D. Wheelock, deputy chief of the navy bureau of ships. It said in part: "Upon the basis of tentative plans, we can state that the workload at the Portsmouth naval shipyard will, based upon past experience, support an employment level equal to the ceiling established for the yard." Thse admiral said he was unable to "definitely state" the nature of futw·e work assignments at t he local shipyard since there has been no flna determination of which naval vessels are to be inactivated. Portsmouth Hit ~ Hardest by Layoff; 387 to Lose Jobs Por~mouth, with 387 residents due for dismissal from the Portsmouth naval shipyard by Oct. 31, will be the hardP.st hit of 60 communities affected by the current layoff, according to figures released today by local shipyard officials. The slash will leave 190 Kittery workers unemployed and, with the third largest total, Dover has a discharge figure of 124 employes. * * * THREE STATES will feel the effects of Defense Secretary Johnson's order to reduce the shipyard force to a ceiling of 4,100 workers. A total of 719 New Hampshire residents will be dropped from the payroll. Maine will add 388 to its list of unemployed and Massachusetts workers number 101. Among the 1,208 workers to be dropped in the layoff are 49 from Eliot, 40 from South Berwick, 33 from York, 36 from Amesbury, Mass., 27 from Newburyport, Mass., 22 from Exeter, 21 from Rochester and 33 from Somersworth. Other Maine communities to feel the blow of the layoff are Alfred with one worker, Berwick nine, Biddeford eight, Cape Neddick three, Kennebunk five, Kennebunkport four. North Berwick two, Ogunquit 10, Old Orchard Beach one, Portland six, Saco four, Sanford four, South Portland three, Springvale one, Wells four and Portland fuel depot four. The home towns of seven additional workers were not listed. * * * "DESPITE THE FACT that the schedule drafted by t he department is still tentative," he wrote Bridges, "I thought you would be pleased to r eceive this interim report." Wheelock pointed out that the workload prospects cited in his statement were arrived at in conference with budget officers of the various shipyards. It wa reported__,,..------that one such conference was held shortly after the wholesale cutback order was handed down last month by Defense Secretary Louis Johnson and that another took place o~ last week. It was Johnson's drastic slash of defense spending that brought about the employment ceiling of 4 100 for the Portsmouth shipyard, r~sulting in the layoff of some 1,200 workers. -------'e- - AMO NG * MASSACHUSETTS * * towns aff~cted are Bradford two, Groveland three, Haverhill 15, Lawrence six, Merrimac two, Methuen one, North Andover one, Salisbury seven and unlisted one. Discharged N e w Hampshire workers also come from the following communities: East Barrington, two; East Kingston, two; Epping, five; Gonic, four; Greenland, five; Hampton, nine; Hampton Falls, three; Kingston, one; Manchester, five; Milton, onP.; Nashua, one; New Castle, eight; Newington, two; Newmarket, 21; Newton, one; North Hampton, 10; Plaistow, one; Raymond, one; Rye, 21; Salmon Falls, 10; Seabrook, four; and Stratham, five . The residences of 10 New Hampshire workers were unlisted. �if-•~---....:;;==~-:;...------..........iiiiiiii:;..;;;;.:.;;;;:?=--..----....;-:;;;;;;;;===~ . Schedule Shows Specific Cuts in 1,226 Reduction Portsmouth naval shipyard officials today released figures showing the specific jobs to be eliminated in a reduction of 1,017 employes, and 1 at the same time disclosed that 113 o~fice an_d technical workers today , will receive dismissal notices which will become effective on Oct. 14. A total of 1,226 workers-14 Jess than previously announced-will lose their jobs in lhe layoff plans ordered recently by D efense Secretary Louis Johnson. * * * TODAY'S LIST is in addition to ' 209 jobs for Which separation notices have already been issued. Helpers, laborers and mechanics totaling 904 will receive "first round" notices on Monday. Their dismissals also become effective on Oct. 14. Hardest hil group in the slash will be inside machinists with 102 due to leave the shipyard paYroll. Sevenly-one electricians will be dismissed. Other trndes scheduled for a large reduction include · electric welders, 52; helpers, general, 68, and sheet metal workers, 61. Shipyard authorities emphasized that although dismissal figures for various jobs wlll remain unchanged, many individual workers receiving notices today and Monday will exercise "bump and retreat" privileges, thus modifying the original list of personnel named for layoff. '·' * * • BTJMP RIGHTS permit veterans dismissed from a certain trade to replace workers in another classification in cases where the veteran is qualified for the other trade and possesses sufficient length-of-service priority. Retreat privileges, in general, allow a worker, whether a veteran or not, to replace another worker in a lower job in his particular trade. The "retreating" worker must have held the lower job previously and must have more retention credits than the worker befn1 replaced. Three or four rounds of dismis. sa~ notices might be required, a shipyard spokesman said, before all the workers actually to be dis• cllarged before Oct. 31 are Informed of their status. * * * Layoff Breakdo\Vri by Jobs GROUPS II AND fll Apprentice electrical, 3rd class Apprentice painter Apprentice sheet metal worker, 4th class Apprentice rigger, 4th class Apprentice electrical, 4th class Apprentice machinist (outside), 4th class Apprentice machinist (outside), 3rd class Apprentice machinist (inside), 4th class Helper, blacksmith Helper, electrical Helper, general Helper, machinist Helper, moulder Helper, pipefitter Helper, sheet metal worker Helper, shipfitter Helper, tool room mechanic Holder-on Oiler Laborer Rivet heater Blacksmith Boxmaker Brakeman Buffer and polisher Calker and chipper Carpenter Chauffeur Chauffeur, heavy duty I 12 1 3 8 4 8 68 11 12 6 22 37 1 2 4 28 1 1 3 4 2 15 9 17 13 Craneman, electric Die sinker Driller Drop forger Electrician Engineman, H and P Fireman Job printer Joiner Machine operator Machinist ( inside) Machinist (outside) Mason l\IouJder Packer Painter Pipefitter Plumber Rigger Radio mechanic Sailmaker Sheet metal worker Shipfitter Tool room mechanic Trackman Welder, electric Welder, gas Gas cutter and burner Upholstere1 19 3 19 1 71 17 1 1 17 35 102 50 2 5 3 25 8 2 40 16 3 61 31 4 1 52 3 8 3 GROUP IV-B Eng, matel'ial and eguip. insp. (CAF Egoipment specialist (CAF 6) Storekeeper (CAF 6) Equipment clerk CCAF 5) Procurement clerk <CAF 5) Property and SUJ>ply clerk CCAF 5) General supply clerk <CAF 4) Property and supply clerk (CAF 4) Storekeeper (CAF 4) Clerk-stenographer (CAF 4) File clerk (CAF 4) Clerk-typist (CAF 4) Clerk-typist (CAF 3) Clerk-stenogra1>her CCAF 3) Clerk CCAF 3) Fiscal accountant clerk (CAF 3) Payroll clerk, civilian (CAF 3) File clerk (CAF 3) Pi-ocurement clerk CCAF 3) TODAY'S LAYOFF statfstfcs sl10w that 97 types of jobs in the civil service categories, Group II, * • * Group II~ and Group IV B, be SIXTEEN GUARDS in the cusaffected m the slash. todial, protective and crafts classification will be dropped. Among the clerical, administrative and fiscal employes hit most Capt. Ralph E. McShane, 1hip. severely in the cut will be clerk yard commander, was told at a typists (CAF 3). Eleven in that job recent conference held at the classification wilI be dropped. naval bureau of ships in WashingFollowing close behind a r e ton, D. C., that the new employ. storekeepers (CAF 3) who will be ment ceiling at the shipyard mu11t reduced by nine, and clerk typists not surpass 4,100 workers. (CAF 2), due for a dismissal of He was also tolcl that reduction1 eight workers. to that level must be accomplfshed by Oct. 31. wm 2 2 3' 2 6) 1 1 1 1 3 1 1 5 4 1 1· 2 11 4 7 2 1 1 1 Property and supply clerk (CAF 3) Storekeeper (CAF 3) tail clerk (CAF 3) Storekeepe1· (CAF 2) Blueprint operator (CAF 2) Clerk-typist (CAF 2) Property and supply clerk (CAF 2) Card punch operator (CAF 2) Timekeeper (CAF 2) Clerk CCAF 2) letallurgist (P 3) Safety engineer (P 3) Naval architect (P 3) Naval architect (P 2) 1echanical engineer (P 1) Electric engineering aid (SP 6) General eng1neerlng draftsman (SP 5) Guard supervisor (CPC 8) Guard supervisor (CPC '1) Guard (CPC 5) 4 9 1 1 4 8 3 1 1 6 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 16 /Temporary Jobs 6.11 • May Be Available To Layoff Victims Some dismissed workers at the Portsmouth naval shipyard may be re-hired on a temporary basis under the nation's Military Assistance program, Defense Secretary Louis JOHNSON ;A;D ;hat if the dis-1 Johnson indicated today in a letter missed workers are re-hired under to U. S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey. the new program they will be carThe letter, forwarded to Ben- 1 ried on a separate payroll, charged jamin A. Tober, Chamber of Com- / to MAP funds, and administered merce retail board chairman, said by the Defense department. He tl!at plans for implementing the stressed that nc individual hired Military Assistance program have for MAP plan may be transferred not reached the stage where John- to any other federal department. son can definitely say how many The defense secretary expressed workers will be needed or their locale. But Johnson assured Tobey hope that some of the 135,000 that "every consideration" will be people affected by current redttcgiven to the Portsmouth naval ship- tion in force would be qualified yard. for temporary hbs in the MAP plan. �Lt. Robert Metzger \ \Y Designs Device o ,\~ For Diving Helmets LOTS OF SERVICE-Chief Boatswain's Mate Joseph Sirois, USNR, second from left, and Albert A. Larrivee, second from right, commissaryman butcher, first class, both of Portsmouth, who have a total of 44 tears naval reserve service, receive the congratulations of Rear Adm. Hewl Thebaud; USN, commandant of lhe First naval district, during an inspection last night of the local reserve unit. Capt. W. S. G. Davis, USN, district director of reserve activities, right, looks on. (Portsmouth Herald ;hoto) Lt. Robert M. Metzger, USN, one of the heroes of the salvage operations on the ill-fated submarine Squalus and 0-9, has invented a safety device for diving helmels, it was learned today. The device, which Is being patented by the navy, is designed to prevent deep sea divers from get• ting the "squeeze" when they accidentally fall while under the surface of the water. A "squeeze" occurs when a diver tans and his air supply is cut short by the sudden Increase of water pressure on his suit. It is often fatal. • • • I I District Corilmander · Navy 10 Maint?!n • 4,100 Labor Celling Inspects Reserve Unit ltYard, TobeySays LIEUTENANT l\'IETZGER'S device, which fits into the diver's helmet, is designed to prevent the air supply from being stopped . A 35-year-old veteran of deep sea diving, Lieutenant Metzger established a world's record when be went down 440 feet to reach the 0-9 after it had sunk off the Isles of Shoals in June, 1941. He also took part in the salvage \ operations on the Squalus after it I bad gone down off · the Isles of Shoals in May, 1939. _Lieutenant Metzger was an enlisted man at the time, having entered the navy in 1931. The labor ceiling of 4,100 workFirst naval district authorities paid an inspection visit last night to the submarine repair division of the Organized naval reserve unit at the er at the Portsmouth Naval shipard will be maintain.ed by work Portsmouth naval base. Rear Adm. Hewlett Thebaud, USN, commandant of the First naval already laid out, Sen. Charles W. district, led the inspection of personnel and viewed the methods of train- Tobey informed The Portsmouth Herald today. lng used here. Tobey's statement was contained HE STARTED DIVING in 1936 Accompanying Admiral Thebaud~ - - - - - - - - - - - in a report of his conversation with and has been one of the navy's exwere Capt. Leon N. Blair, USN, the chief of the naval bureau of acting commandant of the base; pert divers since. -He e!lrned his ships in Washington, D. C., conCapt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, commission during the war and cerning protests by Portsmouth shipyard commander; Capt. W. S. naval shipyard officials and workserved several years in the Pacific G. Davis, USN, district director of ers against sending the USS Seal theater. the naval reserve; Comdr. Robert to the Boston naval shipyard for C. Huston, USN, district reserve Although he has never been at• a reported $40,000 overhaul. submarine coordinator; Lt. Comdr. tached to the Portsmouth naval * * * Jack S. Ross, USN, inspector inbase, he married Mary McGee of THE RESERVE training submastructor, of Portland; Lt. E. C. \ Portsmouth in 1939 and lives with rine, now at the local shipyard, is Hipp, USN, aide to the comman· his wife and three sons, age nine, A total of $355 has been awarded scheduled to be towed to Boston as dant, and Richman S. Margeson, ' five and seven, at 445 Greenside representing Mayor Cecil M. Neal 19 Portsmouth naval shipyard em- it is without power of its own. avenue. ployes for beneficial suggestions. The New Hampshire congressof Portsmouth. Fifty dollar presentations were man pointed out to the navy the His present duty is with the re• * * * search and development division AFTER THE INSPECTION Ad- made by Capt. Ralph E. Mc!5hane, "inconsistency of taking this ship at the first naval district, Boston, miral Thebaud and his party toured shipyard commander, to Robert H. away from Portsmouth," which . Mass. At the time of the Squalus the reserve training center visit- Lamson of Newington, quarterman has been so severely hit in recent and 0-9 disasters, he was stationed Ing drill sessions which were in machini t, and James A. Clark of cutbacks. Kittery, radio mechanic. However, Tobey sald today that at the naval gun factory in Washprogress. Walter B. Frothingham of Ports- the Navy department official exThe admiral witnessed practical ington, D. C. demonstrations of weldlng, sub- mouth' won three awards totaling plained that it would not give one $35 and Mrs. Alice L. Cole of Newextra man employment at Portsmarine refrigeration, sheetmetal work, carpentry and special in- ington is to be presented a $10 mouth if the work on the Seal was i;truction classes for other rates of award won by her late husband, done at Portsmouth instead of Harry v. Cole. Boston "because the labor ceiling the division. * * * at Portsmouth is 4,100 men and Classes and demonstrations also O'l'HER AW ARDS went to this will be maintained by work were held aboard the USS Seal, dock-side submarine assigned to Charles D. Parker, Charles A. Saur- already laid out." The Boston ceiling, he added, the naval reserve training facility man, Frank W. Kirk, Joseph N. Rolfe, William D. Murphy, Jr., Wal- will also be maintained by work ' of this area. ter E. Blackadar, James J. Hayes, already scheduled, including the * * * RESERVE OFFICIALS have an- Edward F. Trafton, Jr., Franklin C. Seal overhaul. • * * nounced that ratings open in the Dares and Frank P. Lawrence, all l\lEANWHILE, a local shipyard division include torpedoman, fire of Portsmouth; Evelyn M. Dadmun controlman, electricians, refrigera- and Paul Y. Fitzpatrick, both of spokesman explained that prior to tion machinists, enginemen, dam- Kittery; Fremont E. Washburn, the announcement of the recent age controlmen, seamen, firemen Kittery Point; Franci_s H. Helt and slash, Rear Adm. John H. Brown, and several other rates. Earl A. Pease of Eliot and Oscar Jr., former naval base command Lt. Comdr. William J. Cox, S. Hamm of Dover. ___. "suggested" to First naval distr~;t USNR, of Exeter Is commanding officials that the Seal be over. hauled in Portsmouth to providP .Sen. styles Bridges also has officer of the division. i..t. Edward a higher worklo d p1 otested the removal of the reEast of Portsmouth and Lt. George a · rserve training ship and announced T. Mahar of Rye Beach are diviv,. l today that he has requested a full sion executive officer and trainre~o~-t on the matter from naval Ing officer, respectively. officials in Washington. ••• Shipyard Awardt-:, $3S5 to Workers For Job Suggestions I I I �! Admiral Scotches Rumots° of Layoff At Naval Shipyard Rumors of a 500-worker layoff at the Portsmouth naval shipyard before Jan. 1, 1950, were denied today by Rear Adm. Grover C. Klein, USN, assistant chief of the navy's bureau of ships and head of the bureau's shore establish- I ment division. Admiral Klein said that he knew "of no such thing" in response to a request by Sen. Charles W. Tobey for confirmation or denial of the widespread rumor. Tobey disclosed his conversation with the admiral in a telegram to Benjamin Tober, chairman of the retail board of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce. Tober, a few days ago, had asked Tobey's assistance in finding "the facts." * * * Shipyard Veterans Get 40-Year Pins For Long Servic~? KLEIN CLAIMED that if there was truth to U ! rumors, he would have been In: rmed. He added, however, that the secretary of defense or the secretary of navy could order a cut at any time. The admiral told Senator Tobey that he would advise him "at once" : of any future developments concerning the employment level at the local shipyard. Meanwhile, Chairman To be r said today that he was prompted to contact Tobey by the increased apprehension a m o n g shipyarcl workers . )r their jobs as a result of the dll~harge rumor that has grown rampant during the past week. ·HONORED-Four Portsmouth naval shipyard workers recently were cited by Capt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, shipyard commander, for lengthy service. Left to right are John B. Phillips of Kittery, Ernest R. Emery of 131 Jones avenue, Portsmouth, Captain McShane, Stephen H. Grant of Kittery, and Austin A. Goo• gins of 15 Pleasant street, Portsmouth. They received 40-year pins. I Naval Res·erve -'?J ~ills Quota Here A quota of 19 commissioned officers was filled recently when four officers joined the Organized Submarine repair division of the Naval Reserve at the Portsmouth naval base. 1 Accepted into the division were Lt. (jg) Harry F. Knight, Jr., of College road, Durham, Lt. (jg) Emerson P. Barrett of 65 Mendum avenue, Portsmouth, Lt. (jg) Jos- I e~h R. Pirkl of 8 Bicknell street, , Kittery, and Lt. (jg) Donald F . . Bent of 32 Bagdad road Durham . Billets for three wa~rant of~ . f1cers and 65 enlisted men are currently open. The openings for 1 rated and non-rated men exist in electrical, engineering an~ ord- I nance classifications. Five vetera n employes of the Portsmou th naval shipyard were tiresented 40-year pins re cently by Ca_pt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, shipyard commander. Honored were John Byron Phillips of Kittery Point, assistant Chief planner and estimator· Stephen H. Grant of Kittery'. equipment superintendent; Ernest R. Emery, quarterrnan toolmaker; Austin A. Googins, correspondence superintendent and 1V-B training supervisor; and Arthur N. Stevens, quarterman chipper and calker. FORTY-YEAR MAN-Arthur N. Stevens of 490 Marcy street, PortsEmery, Googins and Stevens are mouth, is presented a 40-year pin by Capt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, from Portsmouth. shipyard commander, for lengthy service at the Portsmouth naval shipPhillips was born in Kittery Nov. 25. 1890, and was gradu ated yard. Stevens was one of five men cited. from Traip academy. He started STEVENS WAS born at Bath work at the shi pyard May 14, 1909, GRANT WAS BORN in Kittery as an electrician's helper. Aug. 18, 1888, and attended Ports- Sept. 9, 1892, and came to the * * * mouth high school where he play- shipyard Oct. 12, 1905, as a 13year-old rivet heater at 80 cents BEFORE HE transferred to the ed baseball. He later played basea day. He worked on two different planners and estimators section he ball for the Kittery town team, the served as a Ieadingman . . He is a Riversides of Kittery, and the past master of Naval Lodge of Dover city team. He started work occasions at the Boston naval shipMasons and a past patron of Pis- at the shipyard in the spring of yard returning to the Portsmouth cataqua chapter, Or der of Eastern 1909 and with the exception of a shipyard in July 1914. For more Star, both of Kittery, Phillips also brief interval has worked there than 22 years he has been a is a member of the Shipyard ever since. I_Ie is ;narr~ed to the supervisor. He was a chief quarSportsmen's association, Planners, former Jenme R. Henmgar. _They terman during the war. He ls marEstimators and Progressmen's as- have three sons, J. Aubrey, Willard ried to the former Dorothy Hogue sociation and th e Federal Career R. and Charles S. Grant, as well as of Portsmouth. He has a son. ArEmployes association. He is mar- a daughter, Mrs. Thelma Ferguson. thur N. Stevens, Jr., by a previous ried to the former Charlotte M. Googins was born in Biddeford, marriage, and two adopted daughBickford of Kittery. Nov. 1?• 1891, and he, too, attend- ters, Mrs. Richard S. Dodge of Emery was born at York Beach, ed_ Tra1p academy. He came to tl~e Portland and Ca r o 1 Dianne Feb. 16, 1892, and attended Traip sh1pyat'd as a messenger boy_ m Stevens, who lives at home. academy before going to work at September, 1909, and at that ~m~e the shipyard July 3, 1909 , as an was paid $1.04 per. day. In his apprentice machinist at 72 cents a younger days, Googms _served as day. Since September, 1923 , he has J recorder of court mar~1al _boards served as a member of the super- a~~-/ava: bi_ards of tdufy. ~n vlsory force. He is a member of St a 1 10n . ~ is. presen u ies m John's 1 dg f p t th · tpe adm1mstrabve department he the N ·toh e O or_ smou a nd has his present duties in the admlOI Co_ngregational church. nistrative department he has also Mrs. Emery IS the former Hazel served as recorder of the effiGrover of Rye. The couple has a ciency rating committee He is a daughter, Mrs. Priscilla E. Kyle of member of the New .Hampshirl'? Portsmouth. Bridge association and the Por ,, * * • - ~ ~ - - mouth Country club. .r,; + * 9n, �Five· Navy Prisoners C•lyl•1•Ian ClOhes Bel ·,eved Taken,· SearchSPreadS -----'-~F_lee; () • \~ (},\<\ HOWEVER, AT 9:35 ~M, Capt. L eon N · Blair' USN,_actmg naval base commander, or d e red a general alarm sounded and the reca11 of sailors and marines to duty. The action by Captain Blair was . pted by the discovery that a pI om th base had been stateroom at ~led of civilian nd entered a r l h the clothing and uniforms wh cd f r men could have exchange o Five Portsmouth naval discl- their gray prison garments. plinary barracks prisoners are Captain Blair said this morning still at large today after a mysteri- that the discovery of the aba~ous escape last night from the doned boat at Goat island made it bleak-walled institution. "almost certain" that the men had Armed marines and sailors used it in their escape. The _boat spent the night combing the Kit- ·had been beached for the winter 1, tery and Kittery Point areas in a and was so situated that it would 1 vain search for the five men who require seve1·al men to get it into were first missed at a routine the water. check at 8: 15. New Hampshire and Maine state All navy and marine personnel police and the Portsmouth police on liberty were ordered back to department were alerted and the the naval base to take part in the Wells barracks said today that sevmanhunt. eral calls had been received from people who believed they had seen NA YAL A THORITIES were the men but all had proved false. uncertain today as the method of At one point last night, police escape and at first it was be- and service men were alerted for lieved that the men had swam action when an Elwyn Park womacross the Ude-ripped river t<;> the , an reported to the police station mainland. that three men were trying to get However, early this morning a her to call a taxicab for them. naval base rowboat was discovered * * * ashore on Goat island, leading ofINVESTIGATION DISCLOSED ficials to theorize that the men had that the men were a trio of marstolen the boat in their flight to ines on their way back to the nafreedom. val base, responding to the general The men were described by the alarm. disciplinary barracks officials as: It was the first major break * * * since March 15, 1947, when four ROBERT FRANKLIN l'tIASSIE- prisoners escaped from the heavNavy, age 21, South Charlestown, Hy-guarded compound. Three of Ohio, five feet, eight inches tall, the men hid in the rear of a lumweighing 150 pounds, brown eyes, ber truck, rode through the center black hair, ruddy complexion. of Portsmouth and were captured David Buell Hardin-Marine near the Interstate highway. It corps, age 20, Lovelock, Nev., five was not known how the fourth feet, eight and a half inches, weigh- prisoner managed to flee. The lating 162 pounds, brown eyes, black ter was captured in Greenland. hair, ruddy complexion. Billie Phares Mlize-Navy, 20, of Topeka, Kan., five feet, three inches, weighing 125 pounds, blue eyes, brown hair, ruddy complexion. Kenneth Francis White-MSJ"ine corps, 18, of Portland, Me., five feet, eight inches, weighing 153 pounds, brown eyes, light brown hair, ruddy complexion. • * * * * * JOHN ELICK GARFOLE-Navy, 25, of Johnstown, Pa., five feet, five inches, brown eyes, brown hair, ruddy complexion. With the exception of White, the men are serving terms for absence without leave. White was convicted of misappropriation of government property. , In the early stages of the search last night, naval authorities were reluctant to believe that the men had managed to get clear of the prison itself-surrounded by a 10foot barbed wire fence and isolated by the icy waters of the Piscataqua . river. Cell 'Author'0, rote Blueprint for Escape 'l...(!) The brazen escape of five prisoners from the Portsmouth naval disciplinary barracks was contrived in the mind of a tyro free-lance writer who had only three more months to serve in "The Castle." The bold, dramatic plan, quashed when armed marines seized the five prisoners at Hampton last night, was outlined in detail in a series of short stories the prisoner had written as part of a writer 's correspondence course. But the writer-we'll call him Prisoner F.-missed the most spectacular chapter in his series. Instead, the climax was written by the prisoners themselves and the scores of armed marines and police who participated in the manhunt. Prisoner F. was classified as all'I H h d thr th - - I "d " · ti t h e a on1Y ee mon s more e~ce, meaning. ia " e ~~as a to serve and would not risk esm~d_mm escape r~sk. Ace.~ ar~ cape. As his "fiction"· indicated mini.mum esc_ape risks a_nd trays Prisoner F. agreed to meet th~ are m a maxunum classification. five escapees · N o ·l "d " d b f hi m a afte ew h"r eansAs a euce an ecause O s night club shortly ability to do office work, Prisoner lease. r LS r e F . was assigned to a clerk's position Prisoner F. told amazed a.uthorwhich enabled him to be in close ities that he had made arra ngecontact with those in other classiments with a former naval prisonfications. At leaSt four ?,f th e ,!ive er for organization of a private escapees were typed as trays. detective agency. P o s i n g as Prisoner F., who once t~ok a , sleuths, the prisoners would esnavy legal course, became mter- tablish a hideout in the Everested in fiction writing and was glades and embark on a wave of allowed to study it. crime which would lead to riches. * * * However, unlike the plans of HE WROTE several stories In Alexandre Dumas' "Count of which the characters bore such Monte Cristo," Prisoner F.'s names as Garfole, Hardin and shrewdly developed plot faile d to Maze. The names of the fi ve materialize before his "characte rs" escapees were John E. Ga rfole, were captured by marines and David B. Har din, Billie P . Maze, police. Robert F. Massie and Kenneth F. White. The stories, In crude, amateurish style, concerned escapes from justice. They mentioned railroads. swamps and a New Orleans night 1 club. They told how fugitives had met at the club, obtained expensive automobiles and ammunition and had posed as private detectives actually bent on a life of crime. Prisoner F., through his clerical duties, was able to pass the storie · to the five men and a[ter reading the stories ti'\,e men had their esFive Portsmouth naval disciplicape well planned. nary barracks inmates are back Ti ey knew where lr, btain behind the walls of the penal inboats, they had knowledge of Ports- stitution today, a few short hours mouth streets and they knew that after a bold dash for freedom. the railroad tracks were only a The heavily manacled and closeshort distance away. But they ly guarded quintet were trucked failed to consider the cold weath- back to the barracks early this er, dank swamps and darkness. morning f.i;om Hampton where four * * * of them were captured at gunpoint PRISON OFFICIALS happened early last night and a fifth just afto read one of the stories written ' ter midnight. by Prisoner F. and upon close j Taken by Hampton police were observation noticed that he had used Billie P. Maze, 20, of Topeka, Kan., the names of Garfole, Harpin and Kenneth F. White, 18, of Portland, Me., Robert F. Massie, 21, of South Maze. Although he was questioned after Charlestewn, Ohio, and David B. the escape had been made, Prison- Hardin, 20, of Lovelock, Neb. er F. told this story: ! Cold and Hungry Fugitives Tell 0 Of Brief Flight.w �-~ -r ·, • _ - • .,. ... ~ - .,. .,. • - - - ~ HARDIN SAID ' that hi~ · c~n:) THE SNIPS WERE HIDDEN in I ' finement was for being absent ; .., THE LAST MAN, John E. Gar- -his cell and Tuesday night ' when · without leave for 16 month_s and the men in their tier were being ; '. that he thought ~ three-year sen• marched to a gym period, the t tence was "too much fo~ such a he cowered in the rear of an . escapees worked their way to the , small offense." abandoned automobile a few hun-, end of the line and instead of going Garfole was committed to . the dred yards from the Church of , up the stairs to the gymnasium prison about six months ago after ' our Lady of.the Miraculous M~dal _j 1 they made their way down stairs to . conviction for three , years of ab'in Hampton. . (the tunnel. ience without leave. He is beI. Hampton Police Chief John J. , / Four doors secured by padlocks ; lieved to be married. ' Malek said that Hardin was picked ! barred their escape path but the Maze also was sentenced for abup after he had left Colt's store in / ?asps were cut through ·by ~he 1~·■ence without leave and had only , H mpton where he had gone with mch long snips which Hardm said three months to go on his sentence. G:rfole to buy milk and sand- he had . concealed under his gray White was imprisoned for mis• wiches. sweatslurt. . . appropriating government property, Massie ·and Maze were hiding Once out of the bmldmg, . they which, he said, involved the tak~ng d r the railroad underpass in were able to scale the outer fence, of an official car. ~:e e Exeter-Hampton road and Hardin said, and plunged into the • • • White was caught in the freight water to get to a boathous~ where , WHILE OFFICIALS said the d yar s. they stole a rowboat. f f Their plans b t men certainly will face general I Hampton police were already called for the the t o a power oa courts martial, they could not pre• searching the area for the escapists the~ had seen moored on th e opdiet what additional terms will be after they had been informed that pos1te s~ore but the broom~ they imposed. five men had been seen trying to were usmg for paddles wei e not Meanwhile, naval base authori"cross the wires" of a car parked adequate to fight the Piscataqua ties are investigating the possibillin the rear of the First National current and they went aground on ty . that an accomplice, either a store. Goat .island. former prisoner or marine guard, "' "' "' They walked into Portsmouth by may have attempted to aid the five GARFOLE AND .HARDIN were the New Castle to Portsmouth road, prisoners in their bid for freedom. spotted in the store by Albert went along South street to Junkins This theory was advanced by PO· nd Jacobsra special police officer, a avenue, across the South playUce after coast guardsmen found Chiqf, lVI_a~llk was able to ,close t~e ground to Richards avenue, through a IO-foot, heavily-equipped skiff net on the men by radioing _his the yard of a Middle street garage moored at Pierce island. Although cruisers to the scene. The crmser ,rnd then out toward the railroad there was no one in the boat at officers were John Marston, . Ab· tracks. the time it was found, coast ·bott Young and Lloyd Ring. * • • guardsmen had seen a young man The search for Garfole was stcar• HARDIN SAID that they walked rowing the boat in the Piscatarled on by Hampton police, ate along the tracks until reaching a qua river the day of the break. police, volunteers and a detachwooded section where they made The young man aroused the susment of 20 marines under Capt. a fire to keep warm . Yesterday plcion of coast guardsmen and they John D. Case, USMC. they slept in the woods and reordered him to stay away from lobShortly after midnight the ma- mained concealed except for a trip ster traps and other fishing gear rines began a fresh search of the by Hardin In the morning to Colt's in the area. They did not obtain area across the Lafayette road store where he bought food. his name. from the new Catholic church in , They waited until dark before • : Hampton center. In a few minutes they moved again and then Hardin THE BOAT was turned over to the weary Garfole was pulled out and Garfole made a second trip Portsmouth police and City , Marfrom the wreckage of the aban- for food. . doned car and taken to the H~mpHardin observed, "I think the •shal• William J. Linchey said he ton police station by the marmes. girl in the store was suspicious would contact navy officials in an effort to determine whether the • • • that time because she followed me A STORY of a night of cold and all the way out. Garfole must have boat had any connection with the , hunger was unfolded by the first · smelled a mt because he took off break. The type of articles found in the four captured as they waited In i before I could get out of the store." the Hampton police stntlon for H~ added, "After that the cops skiff led authorities to believe that guards to take them back to the had us and I don't argue with an accomplice may have intended to pick up the five men in the prison. people who point guns at me." river but abandoned his plans afThey claimed to reporters that • • * they had not committed any crimes HARDIN SAID they brought 1 ter the coast guardsmen checked after their escape but later, under I money out of the prison. Garfole on him. state police questioning, admitted I had a $10 bill tightly rolled In a l The articles included a .32 caliber that Tuesday night they had brok- I small glass vial at the time of his pistol, two wrenches, two screwen into a small store operated at capture, police said. drivers, a razor, , a pair of pliers, Drake's bridge, Lafayette road, by While the four rested In cells at Germano Solari. Chief Malek's station, police and two German-styled knives, kitchen Solari heard the men in the vi- marines linked together a slightly utensils, a grappling hook, two hand lines, a bag of German coins cinity of the store and grabbing different version of the escape and up his shotgun fired two shots over story. Theirs Included the burglary and medals, a heavy blue militarytheir heads. at Solari's and the fact that the styled coat, a pair of rubber mit• • • men had spent the night in a coal tens, a set of underwear, a dress MAZE AND l\IASSIE confessed, shed In Hampton instead of the shirt, a raincoat, a rug, a navy police said, that they already had- woods. jacket, a blanket, two pairs of made the break into the store All five men sald they knew pants, one suit coat, a pair of oars, where they stole _$21 in cash and I they faced additional prison terms oarlocks, soap and bread. Another unusual aspect was the cigarets of two different brands. if caught while escaping but one Cigarets of similar brands were . added, "It's worth the chance when discovery of a small bicycle-type found on them when they were ; you have time to do. If you make flashlight in the sleeve of the apprehended. it you're all set." 01 Although the men nt first made 1 'Massie has II record or previous ~~:vyp~!!~::?u~~:\! ~~~0:!fic~ 1 no mention of the Solari burglary, I e~capes from confinement. In ad- could. have used the light and coat they freely discussed their escape ditlon to Tuesday night's getaway, as a signal. Several strands of from the barracks Tuesday night. I he managed to get out of Camp leather binding, similar to those Hardin said that the escape had Allen, Va., before being sentence?, used at the prison work shop, also were found in the boat, police said, been planned for "some time." He "to the C:,astle in Portsmouth. told marine officers and •reporters His record .includes three previous that he had stolen a pair of general courts martial and of(i. t cials said he ts wanted In Spring"snips"-bolt cutters-from he field, Ohio, in conne~tion withi an maintenance 5.hoJ!· ~ armed robbery. · ·, fole, 25, of Johnstown, Pa., was I,seized by a marine detachment as I • • I I ..... , ~If •, y • " .Pris.one.rs:_ Jau·ght v,_. R~ugh ;, L~sson:)n io • 'Kangaroo~i'Justic~~ Five rec.aptureq fugitives fro~ , the U. S. naval disciplinar~ b~~ j racks probably -will pay the penalty for escape before a •general court-martial _board r- b1:1t an -unpart of- the_ir , puni~hi scheduled ment already has been inflicted. It came at the hands of 'a dozen~ odd weary and ill-tempered •· •ma• rines who stood the escapees •.be" fore them in the Hampton'. Jown , jail last night and administered ,a brutal lesson in "kangaroo"•. jus- 1 . tice. ' , . . I Only the timely arrtval · of. ·a I husky but duty-conscious marine officer, Capt. John D .- Case-the ' disciplinary barracks .s ecurity of. ficer-saved the prisoners frOIJl !lll, J even more painful experience with the club-wielding marines. , · -~ I I ' i I • ~ • I.• IO; ,t.; : r } • THE MARINE8i, ~ei;e trie~bet~ 1of the searching pni:ty .Which: : liaa plodded and strnggle4 for ' hours. thrnugh · the uniierbrusli ot' HamP:\ ton's swampy · woodlands 1n ' iast• : night's manhunt, Outspoke~ly ;re.~~ ' sentful of - the intrusion " Oli alie~ ' normal.o!fifut£, Ji':'e;t)~ft ve!~~~oll,tlt)6~u1~glol\~gt~llt4lief.•P , ,pect of the, "catch." •: ";· ,. '. . I Four ·· of the escapl!J~- ah:ead~ had been retaken.-f~f~1:1~ate1~,; ti ;, town police offieers-and ·,were bl! .. hind bars in the' 'Hampton· -jail, However, the search went: oi fqr _ the lone fugitive still at ,large....· Jbhn E. Garfole, 25,"' of Johnston Pa. . Thus the capture of Garfole,-, about five hours later-signaled the start of the "celebration." : , I I • . . ._ • .• ., BUT IT \\' AS no festive occasion for the shivering, exhausted ·aar• fole. Roused from the rear seat of the car in which he had taken re• fuge, the marines who ~o~d him literally "kicked" their quarry down Lafayette highway to a waiting truck. · · Then he was hauled off to where his "partners in crime" were confined. • At the beach-side jail, the prison• ers were pulled out of their cells to "learn their lesson." The technique was varied but• all aimed at the same purposephysical submission, beaten out _oft them. In one instance, a prisoner was ordered to stand at attention. As he did, a marine . guard J3;mmed the butt of his weapon d~wn on his foot. As the •wincJ,ng vic\im bent under th\! pain of the blow, he , was cuffed roughly ' in ' an exaggerated reprimand. • J,. ,. �_.. !r Totieyito Insist o~ avylauilchesll~ o p ht· ·R 1 OTHERS . ;E~~ •1'R~ATED to even greater abuse, with clubs crashing_ against their muscles in spots ,which would show the least damage under inspection. I When· Hampton Police Chief John J. Malek became aware of the treatment he remonstrated strenuously,, with the marines. But he. was i~nored. Not until Captain Ca11e who . had been working on an9ther pbase of the manhunt made. ~n appearance were th~ peat,in'gs stopped. , The end, came abruptly then, wlthl the captain giving firm emphasI, to his order to "lay off." The· prisoners were shackled at the le~s, hand-cuffed behind their baP,ks'and placed stomach-down in tht bed of a truck for removal to the disciplinary barracks. i 1 l . . lnVestigation:~1 , ·of s:ati~g ;~ote 1 Pr.,·soner Beating A navy investigation Into the beating of five escapees from the U. S. disciplinary barracks Is under way today. Capt. Leon N. Blair, USN, Portsmouth naval base commander, said a · board of investigation will inquire Into the beatings given the prisoners as disclosed yesterday by ' !: .... An investigation after· an escape 1s "a matter of routine," the ca~ taln explained, and the beating of the recaptured prisoners "will come within the scope of that ' board." -• ' by Capt. Leon N. Blair, USN, commander of the Portsmouth naval base, that there would be no release of the Investigation outcome unless It came from Washington, the senator declared: . "The findings certainly wlll be made public. The public has a right to know what action is taken in this matter, and I Intend to see that it is given out-with a minimum of red tape." Tobey said he would "get to work" on the case "as soon as I get back to Washington." I -0 ·ers Appear it .~as .reported··. bntour st'ate troopers, :were Hampton, at the time I ,,..capture, appeared before valr. board of inquiry at the his orning. ~ glso learned that Hampton officials have given their . erjl on of the incident to investi• 1 gatmi .:.uthorlties. The- 0JllY comment obtained from 'the J>ase t~is JllOrnlng was that "all of tl}e fact, have not been as_!e~ble~" in the case. However, it was reported , last week by, Capt. Leon l't Blair, USN, base commander, th~t whatever outcome develops would be announced only from hington. . · S,.Sei\. Ch'a rles W. Tobey later ed 'Th• Portsmouth Herald that findings • \vlll be made public. ~ • • • • IN RESPONSE to the statement "We will not tolerate anything like that," Captain Blair added. , tigatioJ ·, of the beating by ne 1 , guards . of five escaped J; :P~ili<>l'l;~s Jn ;Hampton la~t, ~ - tU~undtll'-' ay,. a 0 ·Ports•.'j Wrfa'1a!f ~ufe_~i>pfcesman said ,Jill I The Portsmouth Herald. .· C~ntinu·es at1ng •Case;..,.~ ... l,,, The findings of a navy investigation Into the beating of five re 0 captured fugitives from the U. S. ' naval disciplinary "certainly will be made public," U.S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey assured The Portsmouth Herald today. Calling from his home In Temple as a result of The Herald's dis- ' closure of the Incident in the \ Hampton poUce station Wednesday night, Tobey was obviously angered. . "We have courts to administer justice," he said. "It cannot be I handed out on the streets." I However, the captain said that no report on the results of the Investigation will be made public in Portsmouth, "unless It comes from Washington," where such . reports go for consideration by the bureau of personnel. Col. Reginald Ridgely, USMC, commandant of the disciplinary barracks, was "not available" today for comment, a naval spokesman said. The Herald story said that while the fifth man was being marched out of the woods and along the Lafayette road to a truck he was ".kicked." Later the same escapist was removed to the Hampton police sta: tion where his four confederates ' were already jailed waiting return to the disciplinary barracks. At the station the marines took the men from their cells and clubbed them. They were driven back to the ·naval prison in an open-body truck. The, men were heavily manacled and lay stomach down for ·the 12mile ride to the naval base. The escape of the five was accomplished by eluding a guard on a stairway in the ban11cks, cuttlng . four -locks, . scaling the . 10-foot· · barbed · wire barricade and then, after ·stealing a boat, paddling across the river to Goat island. On Tuesday night they broke Into a store In North Hampton. Hampton police searched for them after a passerby saw five '. men trying to start a car and police officer in plainclothes saw , two of the men -, in a Hampton l store • •-• .,, !.- -·•· • • · 1 ----- Rear . Adm. Hewlett Thebaud, USN, commandant, First naval district, touched the flame to the keel of the USS Wahoo at noon today. The Wahoo Is the second submarine of tliat name. Her predecessor was lost on a war patrol in the Pacific. She was commissioned at' Mare Island, Calif. in May, 1942, and was on her seventh patrol when• Jost in 1943. + + + I. THE NEW WAHOO w!Jl follow I 103 other boats down the Plscataqua to the open sea, all built in . Portsmouth since the shipyard was , converted to a submarine special. lty yard 'before World War I. Seventy-nine of the submarines were constructed In the World War II period, or 37% of all American submarine construction. . Today's ceremonies were to be attended by U. S. Representatives Chester E. Merrow of New Hampshire, Charles P. Nelson of Maine and Robert Hale, also of Maine. announced \ yesterday that he Is :1andling the i Maj. Kennard E. Goldsmith of case in accordance with establish- I Portsmouth represented . Gov. ed navy procedure. Thereby, he ex- Sherman Adams at the ceremo- · Mayor Cecil M. Neal and plained, his report will be for- nies. warded to the bureau of personnel Councilman Richman S. Margeson in the Navy department, where any represented the city and Selectdetermination regarding publicity man Carroll H. Sterling, chairman would be made. Investigation of the escape was of the Kittery board, attended on described by the base commander behalf of the town. as "routine," but he said an inquiry PORTSMOUTH service and civ!nip the beatings would come withic organizations were represented In •its scope. The Herald's account of the dis- by George Scott, vice pres.i dent ·of ciplinary barracks prisoners' treat- the Li~ns club; Phlllp F. Gray, ment at the hands of a dozen-odd president of th& Exchange club; marine guards, prompted a vain Raymond I. Beal, president of the attempt by the Haverhill Gazette Rotary club; and David C. Packard, president of the Chamber of yesterday to "get at the facts." 'Cpmmerce. . , Also in attendance was retired THE GAZETTE REPORTED: "Silence of all key figures in the Vice Adm. Morton L. Deyo, The alleged beating of five fugitives ,navy spokesman at the ceremonies from the Portsmouth naval prison .was Capt. Ralph E. McShane blocks attempts of the press to US~, shipyard commander, repre~ get at the facts concerning the re- sentmg Capt. Leon N. Blair, USN capture i;equel at t11e Hampton naval base commander, who Is police statiq!_l• W@dnesday. nlgti,t. "The Gazette, folJowlng np 'The Portsmouth Herald's break of the story yesterday, attempted this morning to get the version of the Hampton police. Pregnant unwillingness of the town authorities to become involved in the navy's in· (Continued from page one) ( vestigation lends support of a kind to the charges. "In reply to a question whether "CHIEF JOHN J. MALEK, when . he noticed any marks of brutality I asked just what he observed about : on any of the five men, he replied the marine guards' treatment of the ' that when they were taken away prisoners, answered that he did they were covered by their clbth1not wish to become involved in the ing. 1 case. " 'Ho-.y about their heads .and faces?' he was asked. , , _ (Please turn to page two) '' 'They were not -struck' on the head,' he answereg," CAPTAIN The five prisoners escaped Tuesday night from the disciplinary barracks and four were captured by Hampton police early Wednesday night. The fifth was retaken early Thursday morning by marine guards. •BLAIR • • ; The hot blue · arc ot' a welder's torch today marked . the laying of the' keel of the 104th submarine to go under construction at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. • • • • • • m: B~ating Probe- <1.-i * * • . - - - _i,--_...__;_._J �·Two With 77 Years Service Leave Yard Two Portsmouth naval shipyard workers with a combined total of 77 years service punched their last time clocks Oct. 31 and entered retirement. They are William L. Wardwell of 111 Essex avenue who completed more than 43 years service and Thurston A . Smart of 454 South street, a veteran of 34 years. '1 ,( ~ For More Work ~ Any additional work that might be assigned to the Portsmouth naval shipyard as a result of the Mutual Defense Assistance program will not be announced for some time, it was learned today. Defense Secretary Louis Joh~son has informed Sen. Charles W. Tobey that the requirements of the participating nations will not be available until Dec. 1. The requirements will then have to be studied by government officials before the secretary of defensP. can assign any of the work to the different government-owned produc-1 tive installations. Johnson assm·ed Senator Tobey that the local yard "will receive every consideration when such shipyard work as may result froln the program is definitely determined." * * * WARDWELL, a native of Boston where he was born, Sept. 29, 1889, entered shipyar·d employment as an apprentice in 1906. He worked as a shipfitter until 1949 when he entered the planning section from which he retired. He is active in fraternal circles, serving as treasurer of Damon lodge, Knights of Pythias, and is also a member of St. John's lodge, F. & A. M. THURSTON A. SMART He is manied and the father of Ht! is a native of Portsmouth a daughter, Miss Barbara Wardwell. Mrs. Wardwell is the former and was born April 5, 1881. He is active in Masonic work and is a Maybelle Byron of Rye. member of St. John's lodge and is "' "' THE 69-YEAR-OLD Smart en- a Past Exalted Ruler of Portstered the shipyard in 1916 and in mouth Elks lodge. 1918 was promoted to the grade He is married to the former of lumber inspector. He was later Mildred Brown of Concord who given supervision of the lumber came to Portsmouth in World War shed. I to serve as a chief yeoman. . WILLIAM L. WARDWELL The couple have two children. One is a son, Kenneth, of East Aurora, N- Y., and the other, Marjorie, a student at the University of New Hampshire. Smart, during hls 34 years of service, was credited with the distinction of never using a day of sick leave. Shipyard Worker Honored for 5,• ~, Snorkel Design "STEADY NOW"-Clarence Cole, rig-ht, of 195 Myrtle avenue, special leadingman l welder, guides the hand of Rear Adm. Hewlett Thebaud, USN, commandant of the First naval district, as the naval officer applies the first torch to the keel of the USS Wahoo yesterday at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. The Wahoo is the 104th submarine to go under construction in Portsmouth. (Portsmouth Herald ~-~oto) 01-'S° Yard Must Wait Robert C. Whitman, 53, of 42 Rogers road, Kittery, a marine engineer at the Portsmouth naval shipyard, has been singled out by the Civil Service commission in Washington as one of the most outstanding of the government's 2,000,000 civilian workers. Whitman, cited for his work on the snorkel-type submarine, and a half-dozen other Civil Service workers will be recommended for praise by Congress, the Associated Press reported from Washington today. * * * 1 WHITMAN, employed at the shipyard's drafting room for at least 30 years, was praised for going to night school at the University of New Hampshire to learn about the German snorkel 1 submarine and for his designing of equipment which enables American sumarines to stay submerged for long periods. For background knowledge of the snorkel design used by the Germans with four-cycle engines, Wbitman also frequented Portsmouth area libraries for technical data. "Then he completed his own design, and tests proved it was all right for use with two-cycle Diesel engines that are used on our fleettype submarines," the commission said. THE C0!\11\IISSION discussed Whitman and a few other employes by name in its annual report on salary advancements and cash awards presented by federal agen.: cies to their employes. Raises or awards given each individual were not listed in the report. Cash awards were given employes who proposed ideas or methods for increasing efficiency and economy. Whitman and his wife, Hazel, are in San Francisco attending a convention of the National Grand Encampment of the Commandery, but his daughter, Mrs. Dorothy MacDonald, 21, who resides with them, said he recently received a bonus and a commendation for his work 1 on suhmarines. • Whitman is past grand commander of Blue Lodge of Masons 'of Kittery. He and his wi{e are expected back from Caluornia tomorrow, after a three-week trip. * * *, THEY HA VE two other daughters, Mrs. Alma Cricenti, 26, of New · London, and Mrs. Margaret McIntosh, 24, of South Portland. Also honored by the commission was Jean H. Cameron, blind stenographer with the reclamatiori bureau at Denver. The commission said she is out5tanding in the use of engineering terms and formulas, "turning out from iwo to three times the work of the average employe." ------- It I I' �According to 'obey, tl1e recommendation called for "immediate" closing of the hospital, and he disclosed that a report on "progress toward closing" was scheduled to have been submitted Tuesday. There was still no information today, however, on whether such a report had been prepared. Lack of knowledge about the proposal at the naval base here, was viewed as indication that no definite steps Naval officials here were still for the purported closing have "in the dark" today about reported been taken. =. plans for closing the Portsmoutb ...I naval hospital, but a protest aga~nst the move has already gone to the secretary of defense from the four ~ Hospifal Closing Still aMystery In~ To Local Officials Defense ch·1ef -Denies Plans for H •1 IcI !~~d OSPI a os1ng ;!:~i~!i°~::;:t!~pshire's conInquiries at the naval base revealed that neither the base com- ■ ::~~=~t :ac::- r!~:iv!~sp~!~ concerning the purported shutBy DICK CONNOLLY down. Defense Secretary Louis A. "All we know is what we read in yesterday's Herald," one spokes- Johnson yesterday put at ··~st-for the present, at least-persistent man said. rumors that the Portsmouth naval MEANWHILE, Defense Secre- shipyard eventually will be abantary Louis Johnson was confronted doned. with a protest wire signed by U. S. Furthermore, Johnson emphatiSenators Charles W. Tobey and cally denied knowledge of his deStyles Bridges and U. S. Represen- partment's plan fpr "imme,-:ate" tatives Chester E. Merrow and closing of the Portsmouth naval Norris Cotton. hospital. The telegram was agreed upon In an exclusive interview with at a conference of three of the The Portsmouth Herald, Johnson congressmen in Concord yester- spiked reports that the shipyard day. Cotton, not present, informed will be closed. Asked ,. hether any his colleagues that he would sub- such plan is in the foreseeable fuscribe to any action decided upon, ture, Johnson shook his head vigso his name was added to the tele- orously and replied, "Oh no!" gram. ,. I Johnson said his department's The wire read as follows: management committee is study"We have just had confirmed ing naval hospital operations but the fact that General McNarney, has not suggested closing of the chairman of you.r efficiency board, institution. has recommended closing the Ports* * * mouth naval hospital at Portsmouth i U.S. SEN. Charles W. Tobey and Kittery, in which event the released today, however, a copy of patients would be removed to · the management committee's recChelsea, that he estimated savings ommendation that the hospital be of about $300,000, subject to re- abandoned. vision when the facts are known. The recommendation was made * + * Oct. 31 and the management com"THIS PORTSMOUTH hospital mittee was scheduled last Tuesday ha£ been a long valued institution, to present Johnson a report on and in view of the extreme cuts "progress toward closing" the hosthat have been put into effect in pita!. • this yard recently, and public opinContacted at his Temple home ion in Portsmouth and Kittery and last night, Tobey described Johnadjacent regions, we feel it our son's denial as "awful funny" and duty to protest earnestly this pro- added, "I'm not saying that Mr. posal being put into effect. Johnson is not telling the truth "The hospital is now, and has but I know very well that his defor years. rendered sn)endjd ser- partment has received a recomvice to injured servicemen both mendation that the naval hospital in times of peace and war. •These be closed immediately." men must be treated somewhere Tobey said he had discussed the and it will be a particular hard- ~ecommendat~on with Navy Sec.ship to transfer seriously injured ietary Francis P.. Matthews and or very sick men to another state. th at he !~atthews) "Is ver?' much "For these reasons we feel that agahtst it. The senator disclosed the proposal to aba~don the hos- that the navy's me_dical board also pita! should be scrutinized very !~~pose~ to abandoning the hoscarefully and ask that you will re- P~ • consider the McNarney recom* mendation." "PERSONALLY, I don't think * * * it's a very wise thing to do. I SENATOR TOBEY "broke" the think they're adding insult to innews yesterday that Gen. Joseph jury at the Portsmouth naval base," T. McNarney, USA, economy spec- Tobey told The Herald. ialist in the Defense department, Although Johnson refused to had recommended closing of the talk with newsmen during his Portsmouth naval hospital in a re- four-hour flying trip to Boston port submitted Oct. 31. yesterday, the defense secretary His information was obtained was "cornered" by a Portsmouth through an anonymous "tip" from Herald reporter as Johnson atthe Navy department, the senator tempted to dodge newsmen by said. Checking on the report, he "sneaking" through the kitchen of said it was readily confirmed by the Statler hotel ballroom. l\I~v d,:i,n~rtr-\Pnt J!)nf-l'\nsrH r I • • • * * He was asked one final question: "Do you foresee any possibility that the Portsmouth naval shipyard will be closed?" "Oh no!" Johnson answered in an emphatic tone and walked away. Johnson, a big man with a breezy, "political" air, arrived in Boston by private plane from Washington shortly after 11 am and remained in seclusion until less than 15 minutes before the New England Council's final luncheon. After a brief conference and handshakes with council officials, Johnson was hastily escorted to the stage of the hotel's main ballroom where he remained until after his main address. * * * * * JOHNSON'S ANSWERS indicat- 1 ed that he apparently was unaware that the management committee's recommendation had been presented to his office. The committee's memorandum is as follows: "At the meeting of the management committee on 14 October, the subject of the United States naval hospital at Portsmouth, N e w Hampshire, was under consideration. The decision was made to recommend to the department of the navy the immediate closing of this facility. "Because no exact data are available as to the cost of the continued operation of this hospital, an estimated figure of $300,000 has been used as a basis for discussions of the possible saving for the balan.:e of the fiscal year. The request is being made today to the comptrolle1· of the department of defense that that sum be placed as a credit in administrative . rese1·ve and the navy advised that the amount withdrawn may be applied against the over-all reduction required from the 1950 budget. * JOHNS.ON TOLD some 1,000 New England industrialists that the armed forces must do their own financial slashing rather than Congress and promised "scientific" budgeting of defense funds. Departing from his prepared text, Johnson assured the businessmen that his department has no intention of recommending removal of industrial plants from New England. "I have been told by three or four of those on the platform , today that your governors and members of the council have been distressed by rumors that we of the Department of Defense are making 1-----c.-_-.. LL. - - __ _1 - .., _. .. • from New England to central points," Johnson said. "There isn't and there never has been a bit of truth in those rumors. Our job is the defense of all Americans . . . However, when you build plants, don't put them too close together, but rather a few miles apart." * * * "WHEN THE DEPARTMENT of the navy submits to the management committee the exact cost of the operation of this hospital, with * * * 1 an estimate of the savings which S JOHNSON NEARED the end . will result from its immediate closoff his address, a Herald reporter ing, that figure will be substituted overheard Dudley Harmon, execu- for the figure of $300,000 being tive vlce president of the council, recommended herein. inform another council member "It is requested that action on that Johnson would be escorted this matter be taken immediately through the ballroom kitchen. and that a report on the progress The r eporter hastened to the towards closing be made to the kitchen, dodged busy chefs and management committee not later waiters, and a few minutes later than 15 November, at which time Johnson and Harmon came hurry; ' also an estimated date for compleing through. tion of the closing should be subJohnson at first refused to an- mitted." swer the r eporter's questions "unThe memorandum was· signed by less they r efer lo what I said in my Gen. Joseph T. McNarney, manageaddress." ment committee chairman. However, whe n the reporter pressed his questioning, Johnson began to talk. "Does your department plan to close t he P ortsmouth naval hos- , pital. Mr. Secretary?" Johnson was I asked. a * * Shipyard to Drop Clerical Employes Before Christmas * "NOT TO MY knowledge," he answered. "Hasr't yo ur department received a recommendation from its management committee that the hospital be closed?" "We have not," he replied. Johnson was reminded that Senabr Tobey had announced that the recommendation had been made.. The secretary smiled and answered: "Perhaps you can tell Senator Tobey that he can drop me a note." * * * , AGAIN ASKED about the naval hospital, Johnson explained: "We're studying them all but no recommendations have been made as yet." By this time Johnson, Harmon and the. reporter were surrounded by industrialists congratulating Johnson. Four "white collar" Workers will be separated from their jobs at th e Portsmouth naval shipyard Dec. 15, a shipyard spokesman announced today. The spokesman explained, however, that the four clerical employes were being dropped in accordance wi th layoff instructions issued last August which affected 1,400 workers. . "When the _bureau of ships prev10usly estabhshed a lower ceiling" the spokesman said, "we requested I an extension until December for certain employes required to complete the vast amount of clerical work ,!nvolved in the reduction of force. Permission was granted, he explained, to retain the clerical workers beyond the Nov. 1 discharge deadline set for other workers. I I �Nav~I Hospital (losing Studied In Washington !Closing of Naval Hospital Sought 'lmm8diately' in Defense Economy_ I A recommendation that the l'ortsmouth naval hospital be closed is "under study" by the Defense department. That was confirmed Wednesday bv Secretary Louis Johnson in a lett;r to Sen. Charles W. Tobey. Last week in Boston, Johnson told a Herald reporter that such a recommendation by the National Defense Management committee had not been received by his office. * * * JOHNSON'S letter to Tobey fol- be~:N:a~?~ ~~Be~~r~ais~n~: morning to reach Navy Secretary Francis P. Matthews for a discussion of the hospital question. " 1 understand," he aid, "that l\Iatthews opposes it. But I haven't been able to get in touch with him to find out his views." Also, the senator said he had · no knowledge of the contents of the "progress" report which was supposed to have been ubmitted yesterday, or even if such a re• port had been compiled. An anonymous call to his Wash ington office from ''some person in the Navy department" was his first information concerning the hospital 1·ecommendation, Tobey said. Failing to contact Secretary Matthews, the senator got confirmation from "other authority" in the depa1;tment. I * * * "THIS recommendation is now under study. Full consideration will be given to the savings to be effected by the proposal as :,ven _as th e administrative difficulties which might be experienced if the hospital is closed and the patients who could not be cared for in the dispensary facilities in Portsmouth are transferred to the naval hospital at Chelsea, Mass. "The department is fully cognizant of the splendid service wh ich has been rendered by this hospital over a period of many years and I assure you that any decision arrived at will be the result of thorough and careful study of all of the implications involved. * * * "YOUR interest in this matter is sincerely appreciated, and you may be assured that no action will be taken which will be in any · way detrimental to continuance of the highest standard of medical care for the naval forces." A Defense department recommendation for "immediate" closing of the Portsmouth naval hospital was -reported today to have been issued in Washington. The information came from U. S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey, who said it was confirmed thi· morning by th e Navy department. According to Tobey, the recommendation was matte Oct. 31 by a · Defense department committee set , up to promote economies within the armed services. He said a report on "progress toward closing" the hospital was scheduled to have * been submitted yesterday to De!\IE N\VHILE, it was learned fense Secretary Louis Johnson. from Concord that Senators Tobey * * * and Bridges, with Congressman · H OWEVER, the reported action Merrow, were still conferring on was "1\11 news" to navy officials the situation as The Herald went here. A spokesman for the local to press. , naval base said the1·e had been no Tobey interrupted their session official notification whatever con- at one point, however,,.to announce cerning the purported shutdown. that U. S. Rep. Norris Cotton had Meanwhile, Senator Tobey called assured them of his support in a conference with U. S. Sen. Styles any action agreed upon in the conBridges and U. S. Rep, Chester E. ference. Merrow at his office in Concord today to discuss joint action in face of the new retrenchment prospect. "Portsmouth has been hurt · enough already," he said . .- "We don't want to suffer any more." Freemeau Named Deputy Fire Chief () At Naval Base fl.'> HE PRO MISED to do "everything humanly possible" to prevent a further loss of employment at the n aval establishment. Edward F. Freemeau, 34, of 589 The n aval hospital now' has 115 patients, with 97 naval and 78 civ- Middle road, has been promoted deputy chief of the Portsmouth ilian personnel attached there. naval base fire department to sucSenator Tobey said the recomceed John H. Weston who recently me ndatio n calling for the closing was transferred to Pensacola, Fla. of the hospital here proposes transFreemeau was born in Fall Rivfer of the patients to the naval er, Mass., and has been a member hospital at Chelsea, Mass. nf the naval base department since The report containing the recMarch, 1942. He was a member of ommendation was submitted by , the Hooksett fire department for Gen. Joseph T. McNarney, USA, 12 years, three of which be served who is chairman of the manageas chief. ment committee on Defense deHe is married to th e former Lupart ment economies. cille Pelchat of Whitefield, a It was tentatively estimated by graduate of Notre Dame hospital, that committee that a saving of Manchester. They have two chil$300,000 annually would be accomdren, Francis, five, and J oanne, plished in the hospital shutdown . three. • • • EDWARD F. FREEMEAU - I - - - - - - - -"' Local Shipyard Jv> rn Bond Sale Race . The Portsmouth naval shipyard ts off to a fast start in its race to overtake and pass other shipyards of the nation in saving bond sales. Puring the first nine days of the current drive 156 subscriptions to the payroll deduction plan were signed, boosting workers' bond participation to the 61 % mark, a 3% net gain. * * * have promised to purchase bonds after the first of the year, adding additional optimism to the initial reports of campaign officials. "The response has been excelle?t," Chairman George Sherry said today. "We're sure to raise the prestige of the yard if present cooperation continues." Sherry credited "hard work" of shop committeemen for the drive's successful beginning. MANY WORKERS * * ~ - Y? ' I&> 4 * * * 1 MOV e ~~i~ Navy Confirms· Re.port,·n Talk WI•thsen TObey lows: "As stated in your telegram of Nov. 16, General McNarney as chairman of the National Defense Management committee has recommended that the U. S. Naval Hospital at Portsmouth, be ~isestablished. This recommendation was made with the objective of achieving greater economy i?. t_be operation of naval medical facilities and to afford more effective utilization of personnel. ------- - . • * • . committeemen from each shop, all members of the cen- }1 tral joint shop committee, recently volunteered to sell bonds to their fellow workers in an effort to lift t?e local shipyard from last position among the 11 shipyards in the nation. Portsmouth, however, has a steep hill to climb before matching the records of any of the other ten naval shipyards. Tenth place Boston outdistahces Portsmouth by 24 %, with total worker participation at 85%. Leaders in the bond race have : passed ..the 99% mark. THREE I I ------:===::::;:;;;;;;,;;;;;;; �Navy Founds Electronicr-1, Unit Here Navy Prisoners ' A Volunteer Electronic W:irtat·c c o m p a n y will be "welcomed aboard" at Portsmouth's naval reserve training center at the local naval base Monday at 7:30 pm . Lt. James L. Robinson, USNR, of Kensington road, Hampton J•'alls, will command the unit which will have billets available for 45 en listed personnel and five officers. Veterans of the navy, army, coast guard and marine corps with experience i n communications, electronics, radar and associated subjects, as well as quartermaster5, signalmen, yeomen and storekeepers are eligible to join the newlyformed company. * * * WAVES and Spars with communications expellience, non-veterans between the ages of 17 and 39 with an interest or skill in the electronics field, and inexperienced voluntel!r reservists with an interest in this field may also apply for membership. Officers and men accepted for training in the highly-specialized electronics subjects will study operation and maintenance of radio equipment, operating their own radio station as part of a naval reserve network. They will maintain up-to -date electronic laboratories, complete with radar, sonar, radio and other types of electrontc equipment, and will study under the supervision of experienced instructors. in the armed forces previously. They may study and qualify for advancement in rating and will have an opportunity to qualify for a naval reserve commission. * * * First Naval district headquarters in Boston has assigned Chief Recruiter Philip M. Ciavardone, USN, to the Portsmouth area for a week to help establish the company and lo recruit members. ADDITIONAL experience may be gained by the reservists aboard "The Volunteer Electronics Warships of the fleet during a two- fare comp~ny was formed as the weeks training cruise. result of mterest and requests from local veterans and many nonveterans," explains Chief Ciavardone who will visit several Portsmouth area towns during the coming week to explain the advantages offered by the electronics program. I Retired Shipyard Worke·, Recalls Era of Horses ~ fV" Sixty horse-drawn teams were filling transportation needs at the Portsmouth naval shipyard when Harold A. Morse of Beach road , Eliot, first reported for work in 1918. When Morse retired last Fri-* day after more than 31 years of continuous service, he could count nearly 500 automotive units in the transportation department garages. The 53-year-old Eliot native was the last to retire of the chauffeurs who helped replace horses with motor-driven vehicles. "Our first truck-an electric unit-could hit a speed peak of six miles an hour," recalls Morse. "One * * * l\1El\IBERS of the Volunteer hand lever, a foot brake and the Electronics Warfare company will steering wheel were the controls." not receive pay for attendance at * * * A JOURNEY to Boston consumthe weekly two-hour training period. However, they will be eligible ed more than five hours each way, for and will receive credit towards be recalls, and he still shivers a retirement under a naval reserve bit when be mentions rough trips retirement act recenlly passed by to Bath, Me., in the uncovered t rucks, with solid rubber tires. Congress. " And to hear chauffeurs comThe Volunteer Reservists regain the rating, or it_s equivalent, held plaining now because they clon't at lime of discharge, if they were have heaters in their cabs!" Morse's daily pay was as modern as the trucks be was then driving. He received "good money" , $1 .96 per day as a first class chauffeur. Educated at Eliot and Lee schools he worked for two ears with the Boston and Maine railroad as a switchman. After one year as driver for Dr. Henry Durgin of Eliot, he started the shipyard job that was to be his career. lv(3 Shipyard Employs 600 Handicapped, Many Veterans Approximately 600 of the empl?yes at the Ports mouth naval shipya rd • many of them veterans are persons with physical handi~ caps. That announcement was made to?ay by shipyard officials, who s?1d that employment of the ph ys1?ally handicapped is in keeping with President Truman's· desire that every effort be made to place s~ch employes in suitable positions. :1fa nd icapped personnel at th slupya_rd'. officials said, are plac-e~ after_ it is determined what the physical requirements are 0 f particular job. any * * * MORSE WAS PROMOTED to leadingman chauffeur in 1942, a job he held at time of reti~ement. The wartime records achieved by two of his sons give him just pride. Arthur Morse, B26 bombardier in the European theater, was seriously injured in action. He returned to the United States with seven decorations including the Silver Star. He now lives in Dover Plains, N. Y. \ '2 '2 To Be Rehabilitated At Camp Langdon Camp Langdon, New Ca tle, was transferred from army to navy control today in ceremonies at the Portsmouth naval base. The wartime headquarters of the Portsmouth harbor defenses was accepted in behalf of the navy b y Capt. Leon N. Blair, commander of the local base. Tentative plans. announced today by Capt. Blair, call for use of the camp in a rehabilitation program for inmates of the Portsmouth naval disciplinary barracks. * * • LUMBER will be used to teach the prisoners carpentry, and the camp area will be transform!!d into a vegetal}le filrm during the spring and summer months, when prisoners will grow produce for consumption at the local barracks. Blair emphasiz•t d, however, that the rehabilitation plans are still in the "discussion stage, and it will be some time before action can be taken." Ultimate purpose of the title transfer, he said, is to establish 1 communication facilities on the seacoast land. "The navy hopes to build radio towers there eventually," he added. Lt. Clyde W. Butler, .USN, has been named officer-in-charge. * * * HAROLD A. MORSE A second son, Roger Morse of Exeter, saw overseas service wit h the navy. Son Norman, 19, lives with his parents. THE RETIRED CHAUFFEUR is a member of the Blue lodge, the Maine lodge of Royal Arch and the St. Armand Commandery, of Masons. His wife, the former Pauline Place, also is a native of Eliot. They were married in 191 7. Morse smiles a smile of contentment when be realizes that the only transportation problems he will face in the future will be personal ones, in more complicated, but more comfortable vehicles than he introduced to the Portsmouth naval shipyard 31 year ago. REPRESENTING the army during the signing of papers in the shipyard commander's office were Lt. Dean J. Slye, USA, of the army engineer corps, from Fort 1 Williams, Portland; Stratis Doukas, civilian member of the corps, also from Portland, and John A. Belle. rose of the quartermaster department. Naval representatives in addition to Capt. Blair were Lt. Butler, Comdr. John Dudley, USN, operations officer at the naval base; Comdr. James F. Cunniff, US 1, public works officer, and Earl Smart of the public works -iepartment. The transfer becomes effective Dec. 1. The New Castle camp was vacated by army personnel September, 1948, when a skeleton staff of three officers and 49 enlisted men were transferred to Fort Constitution. * * * SINCE then it has been a matter of speculation whether the property would go to the navy, to the Waf Assets administration for sale or remain under army control as a contingent installation. The camp was activated early in World War II, becoming headquarters of the Portsmouth harbor defenses and headquarters of the 22nd Coast Artillery regiment. At the height of wartime activi1ties the army had nearly 3,000 troops stationed at Camp Langdon and nearby forts. · �~ard Workers Get Expert Counselor Shipyard Cuts Hit Hard Y)· .3D In Small Area Towns Problems and grievances of troubied workers at the Portsmouth naval shipyard now find solution in the experie~ce and k~owledge of Henry s. Moore, newly-appointed employe relat10_ns super~ntend_ent. A veteran of World War I army service, ~he Kittery resident is also a veteran of more than 27 years shipyard service. When Moore was named to fiU. the vacancy created by transfer of William C. Valdes to the U. S. air force central office in Washington, D.C., he achieved a new peak in his climb through the "ranks." Moore reported for work at the local shipyard in June, 1922, as a shipkeeper. Advancing to general helper then to rigger, he was promoted' to planner and estimator in 1938, becoming supervisor of the division in 1941. Portsmouth and Kittery stand relatively low in percentage of workers dropped from employment lists at the Portsmouth naval shipyard during the past year in comparison to a total of 83 communities affected. Figures released today by s h i p - * - - - - - - - -- - - yard officials show that 29% of • Portsmouth's shipyard employes NEW HAMPSHIRE cities and in 1948 have been dropped and towns are Berlin, 1-0; Chester, 1-0; 28% of Kittery workers are no Concord, 6-3; Derry, 5-0; Dover, longer at the shipyard. 474-299; Durham, 8-6; East BarTwenty-five . towns, with small rington, 12-7; East Kingston, 7-4; numbers of workers at the ship- Epping, 22-10; Exeter, 91-68; yard in November, 1948, currently , Farmington, 9-8; Fremont, 4-0; have no residents at the local Greenland, 45-39; Hampton, 71-55; shipyard. Hampton Falls, 13-8; Kingston, 5-2; Laconia, 1-0; Manchester, 50-38; * * * AMONG THE THREE r.ommn- Milton, 7-5; ashua, 6-4; New nities hardest hit numerically by Castle, 61-48; Newfields, 7-5; ewlayoffs, Dover lost 36% of its . gloh, 13-9; Newmarket, 78-51; workers. Numerically, Portsmouth tops J Newton, 4-0; North Hampton, 33the list with a reduction of 525 19; and orthwood, 6-0. Also Pittsfield, 1-0; Plaistow, ernployes, followed by Kittery with I a 295 total and Dover with 175 6-5; Portsmouth, 1,794-1,269; Rayworkers leaving their jobs by lay- mond, 11-4; Rochester, 95-64; Roloffs, by retirement or voluntarily. linsford, 3-0; Rye, 83-50; Salem, 2-0; Salmon Falls, 33-16; Seabrook, A total of 1,040 New Hampshir<' workers left the yard in the past 13-1; Smithtown, 4-0; Somersworth, year but this figure is, in percent- 149-95; Stratham, i9-1; Suncook, age, below Massachusetts which 1-0; Union, 1-0; Westville, 1-0; and lost only 171 employes-32 % of towns not named, 32-3. Massachusetts towns affected its total employed in November, were Amesbury, 160-108; Beverly, 1948. Maine noted a 29 % reduction in 1-0; Bradford, 7-6; Byfield, 2-0; Georgetown, 2-0; Gloucester, 3-0; a loss of 613 workers. However, the geographical dis- Groveland, 9-4; Haverhill, 91-65; tribution of employes' residences Ipswich, 1-0; Lawrence, 31-24; was nearly the same in 1948 as this Lowell, 6-3; Merrimac, 15-12; Meyear in the three states. ln Novem- thuen, 12-9; Newburyport, 119-84; ber, 1948, Maine had 35% of all North Andover, 11-9; Rowley, 4-0; workers at the shipyard. Last Salisbury, 30-18; and unnamed month 36 % of the total resided in towns, 30-21. Maine. * * * THE EMPLOYE relations super- intendent established a f i r m foundation for his present position in four years of experience, commencing in November, 1945, as veterans' counselor and employe relations assistant. He assumed those duties while serving as head of the shop material control section. Plans and policies for shop committees and organized groups, counseling service for troubled workers and advice for war veterans are among the new duties and responsibilities of Superintendent Moore. He r,:mains in close cont ·l ~Jth veteran$' problems while a,;,cay from the shipyard as a member of the Wallingford-Harris American Legion post of Kittery. He also is active as a member of the Portsmouth Yacht club, the Naval Shipyard Sportsmen's asso~iation and the Retirement association. * * * BORN NOV. 4, 1896, at Ithaca, N. Y., Moore attended the Irving Preparatory school at Tarrytown, N. Y., and after service in the army's medical department, he was employed in New York City. He married the former Miss Olive Trefethen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James H. Trefethen of Kittery Point, in 1921. · They have two sons and three grandchildren. Henry S. Moore, Jr., an employe of lhe New England Telephone and Telegraph company, makes his home at Rochester. William B. Moore is a junior at the University of Maine. The Moores live at 34 Williams street. HENRY S. MOORE I Matthews 'Visits' Naval Shipyard 11 ~ From Airplane Navy Secretary Francis P. Matthews made a "flying visit" to the Portsmouth naval shipyard at noon today during an inspertion tour of First Naval District installations. His Portsmouth inspection, however, was made entirely from his plane "because of lack of fone" . District officials at Boston expected the secretary to discuss the effects on the Portsmouth area of the recent 1,240-worker slash at the local shipyard. • * * HOWEVER, a shipyard spokes- man said this morning that he had no knowledge of plans for an "official" conference at Boston, adding that Portsmouth was not represented among naval author. ities escorting Matthews on his all-day tour. The navy secretary was met at Quonset Point, R. I., by Rear Adm. Leo H. Thebaud, commandant of the First Na val district, before flying over Portsmouth. He will complete his tour with an inspection of the naval shipyards at Charlestown and Hingham-from the ground. * * * NEW HA tPSHIRE, with 56% last year, now has 55 %, and Massachusetts remains unchanged. Towns no longer represented on the shipyard payroll include, in Maine, Cape Porpoise, East Lebanon, High Pine, and Waterboro; in New Hampshire, Berlin, Chester. Derry, Fremont, Laconia, Newton, Northwood, Pittsfield, Rollinsford, Salem, Smithtown, Suncook, Union, and Westville, and in Massachusetts, Beverly, Byfield, Georgetown, Gloucester, Ipswich and Rowley. Communities with workers at the Portsmouth naval shipyard and the number of workers from each, are: Alfred, November, 1948, 5; Nov3· B ti 3 O· Berwick em ber, 1949 , , a 1• - • ' 58-45· Biddeford 72-59· Cape Por1 . • . • • . . poise, 2-0, East Lebanon, 5-0, Eliot, 215-148; High Pine, 1-0; Kennebunk, 27-22; Kennebunkport, 1610; Kittery, 1060-765; North Berwick, 14-11; Ogunquit, 41-25; Old Orchard, 7-8; Portland, 24-18; Saco, 56-43; Sanford, 31-22; South Berwick, 149-90; South Portland. 13-6; Springvale, 5-3; Waterboro, 2-0; Wells, 25-16; York, 232-157; and miscellaneous Maine towns • not named, 21-20. • Yard Men to Hear Delegates Report J I Delegates wht're1resented the ~ortsmouth Naval Shipyard Retirement association, local No. 5, at a national convention in Washington recently will deliver reports at an association meeting tomorrow night at 7:30 in the Rockingham hotel. Main topic of discussion will be legislation affecting shipyard workers that may be acted upon durin" the next session of Congress Mel~ vin H. Chandler, secretary: said today. Seven p t th or smou representatives met w·th d 1 t f · . 1 e ega e~ rom Shipyard Retirement association locals throughout the n t' 0 t b 2 and 21. a ion c O er O ] - - - - - - - - -- I �BELL MOORE GEORGE L. BUCKLEY JIOW ARD E. STACY MARKE.WARD Six Shipyard ·Wor:kers Earn Retirement, .l\.~ Lay Aside Work Tools For Last T~ime Six veteran Portsmouth naval shipyard workers put their tools May 1916 until December 1917 he aside for the final time last month. · was stationed at the disciplinary Mark E. Ward and Abram V. barr~cks. He is a member of the Stickles completed their ·govern• :Vallmgford Harris American Leg. mertt service Wednesday. Howard ion post of Kittery, E. Stacy, Bell Moore, George L. Mrs. Moore is the former Vera Buckley and Edward F. Dondero Peny of Lancaster. retired Nov. 18. * * * Ward, a quarterman in transA PLANNER and estimator since portation, was born July 27, 1889, 1 December 1941, Stacy first came at Eastport, Me. He was employed to the yard in 1914 and had accufor more than 14 years by the ~ulated more than 28 y~ars of serBoston and Maine ra,ilroad as a vice. Stacy, a native of Eliot, is 54 . conductor and brakeman before years old. entering shipyard • employment He is a membet of st. John's October 28, 19'19. lodge, AF and AM of South Ber- * * * A MEMBER of the Quartermen wick and the Planner, Estimators and Leadingmen's association, he was promoted to a supervisor September, 1945. He and his wife, Mrs. Martha A. Ward, reside at 245 Marcy street. They have two sons and a daughter, Paul E. Ward, a supply department employe, Philip E. Ward, and and Progressmen's association. Stacy married the former Margaret Jenny of Sandwich. They have three sons, Thomas A. of Kittery, John E., who is in the marine corps and Robert, a senior at Traip academy. The Stacys live at 21 Oak terrace, Kittery. Mrs. Eleanor F. Watson, all of • Dondero, is a native of Dover, where he was born 55 years ago. Portsmouth. Stickles concluded his duties He came to the yard in September Wednesday after more than 35 . 1917 after serving as an apprenyears service. He retired on his 60th tice at the Kidder Press in Dover. birthday anniversary. * * * Stickles was born in Chatham, IN AUGUST, 1941, he was pro- . N. Y., and came to Portsmouth as\ moted to leadingman machinist, a young man. He was employed at position he held until his retirethe former Gal 1> Shoes company ment. He is single. Buckley has 25 years and four before going to work in the shipyard Aug. 13, 1910 as a flange turn- months service. He was born in Jamestown, N. D., and as a young er helper. man went to work for the Ana* * * HE WAS INDUCTED in the conda Copper comp.any of Butte, army in 1917 and served as a ser• Mont. Buckley also worked several years for an automobile concern, geanl at Fort Constitution. He Later he operated machine shops was a leadingman during World in Providence and Portsmouth. War II. He was a master mechanic at Stickles is married to the for• the Atlantic Dye and Chemical mer Ida Startley. They reside at 20 company in Newington during Manning Place. World War I. He started work at Moore, a supervisor electrician, the shipyard in July 1924 and served as a quarterman during resides on State road, Kittery, A fellow shopmate of Dondero, World War II. Buckley's chief hobby is photohe was born May 2, 1890 at Taylor, Tex., and served in the Marine graphy. He is married to the forcorps during World War I. From mer Lucy M. Howe of Newburyport. They reside at 46 Rogers road, Kit_te_r.Y~,-·_ __ ABRAM V. STICKLES l Billets Open Enlisted and officer billets are now available for men interested in training in electronics, a spokesman for Naval Reserve Volunteer elec• tronic warfare company 1-22 announced today. The volunteer unit meets Wednesday nights from 8 to 10 pm at the Naval Reserve training center on the Portsmouth naval base. Commanding officer is Lt. James L. Robinson, USNR, of Kensington road, Hampton Falls. * * * THOSE ELIGIBLE to join the EDWARD F. DONDERO Naval:n l Reserve 'J. masters, signalmen, yeqmen anq storekeepers of the volunteer naval reserve, as well as army, navy, coast guard and marine corps veterans with an interest in electronics. Non-veterans who wish to join the naval reserve also may become members of the electronic warfare company. 1 . Training at the local naval reserve cente1· will include operation of a radio station as part of a net- work. newly-formed company include Members of the unit will reradiomen, radarmen, sonarmen, ceive credit toward retirement un• electronics technicians, quarter• der the Naval Reserve Retirement act, and they may study and qualify for advancement in rating. �Shipyard Workers Bat tle 11~c, For Reduced Annuities An "all out" effort for passage of a bill during the next session of Congress to make naval shipyard workers, after 20 years of service, regardless of age, eligible for reduced life annuities has been promised by Washington representatives of shipyard retirement associations. This and other pending legisla-* - - - -- - - -q tion was discussed at a meeting of I > the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Retlrement association last night at ;D '). Naval Base Store To Close Saturday the Rockingham by delegates who attended a hotel recent national l convention. , "Under the present law," a said, "a worker who is dismissed after more than 20 years service but less than 25 years service, must wait until he is 62 years of age before receiving benefits." Ispokesman EDWARD J. LI 'CHEY l More Veteran Workers Retire From Shipyard ~,; Two more vetera n employes of the Portsmouth naval shipyat·d, Ar- . thur W. Seaward and Edward J. Linchey, have retired. Seaward, a native of Kittery:· Point where he ha always lived , left the shipyard after more than 40 years of service a a shipfitter progressman. He entered the shipyard in December 1908 as an apprentice moulder. A past master of the Naval lodge, F. and A. M. of Kittery, he is its present secretary. He is also a past commander of Bradford Commandery, Knights of Templar, of Biddeford, a member of Conclave No. 1, Red Cross of. Constantine of Portland, and a Shriner. Navy Releases 172 Prisoners fl11 Gates of the Portsmouth naval disciplinary barracks opened yesterday to give 172 inmates their freedom in time for arrival home before Christmas. The release was in accordance with a navy program moving dis- --------- charge dates scheduled for a period in the early months of 1950 forthe former I ward to the pre-Christmas date. Myra E. Stinchfield of FarmingThe men left Portsmouth by train ton, Me., and they live on Chaunen route to Boston. From there cey Creek road, Kittery Point. the?° were to disperse, heading for They have two sons, Robert W. of the1.r homes in Various sections of the country, Detroit, Mich., and Wesley F. of Saco and two daughters, Mrs. SilsBuses carried the freed inmate:, by of Kittery Point and Mt·s. Lawrfrom the Prison to the local railroad station. ence Stackpole, Jr., of Saco. • • • SEAWARD married • • • LINCHEY retired after more than 39 years at the shipyard, • where he was a leadingman chip- I per and calker in the shipfitting shop. He was born in Portsmouth July 27, 1892 and lives at 26 Hanover street. Linchey first went to work at the yard as a rivet heater. During the war he was promoted to quarterman. Mrs. Linchey is the former Mary H. Clark of Portsmouth. They have six daughters and four sons. I • •nearly • 30 such wo*ers at the Portsmouth shipI yard at the present time," he explained, adding, "Th('y would be in a tough spot if they were dropped." Workers with 30 years of government employment could retire full annuity payment at age 55 under provisions of another bill to be considered at the second session of the 81st Congress. The delegates also explained that Washington officials will seek p&ssage of a bill providing death benefits for widows and dependent children of workers with at least 20 years on the job, who die while on furlough. Melvin H. Chandler, secretary of the Portsm9uth local, discussed bills enacted during_ the past session of Congress. THERE ARE * * • Patrons of the Portsmouth naval base commissary store were notified today of a Saturday noon deadline for a final pw·chasing fling before cash registers In the government-sponsored marke't are punched for the last time. A closing order, received by base officials this morning from the Navy department in Washington, was described by a base spokesman as another step in the current nationwide military economy drive. "Proximity of stores in Portsmouth and Kittery make the commissary unnecessat·y for economy reasons," the spokesman said. Mea·nwhile, local merchants interpreted the news as an indication of increased business when active duty and retired military personnel turn -to the pu bl1c markets, for grocery purchases. An inventory-taking shutdown scheduted for this week at the commissary store was canceled today to permit sales until the Saturday closing. I George S. Pitts Cited for Work:i'-7 On Rescue Device "PUBLIC LAU' 98," he said, permits workers with less than 20 years of service, who were separated since January 24, 1942, to withdraw retirement contributions from the retirement fund at any time." He explained that another law extends benefits of the Retirement act as amended Feb. 28, 1948, to employes under 55 involuntarily separated between July 1, 1945, and July 1, 1947, after 25 years of service. "Another bill passed by Congress,'' he said, "makes it possible for workers to receive full credit for services rendered before Aug. 1, 1940, even though retirement deductions were not made due to administrative error." Design work improving the submarine rescue chamber won an 1award F~·iday for a Portsmouth naval shipyard mechanical engineer. George S. Pitts of New Castle was accordec recognition "for meritorious service" during public ceremonies at the shipyard highlighted by the award prese;tation by Capt. John J. Scheibeler planning officer. ' Pitts, who has been employed In 1 the mechanical section of the design and planning department since CHANDLER CONCLUDED with June, 1940, received an increase of an explanation of Public Law .310, $125 per year for his work on the 1 which provides that life ' annuity diving bell. for any worker who elects a surThe underwater resc~e device, vivorship option, be reduced by capable of withstanding high pres5% on the first $1 ,500 of annuity sures, is lowered from a rescue and 10% on any greater amount. ship and attached to an escape In addition, the annuity will be hatch of a sunken submarizie to further reduced by three-quarters effect transfer of personnel. The of 1 % for each f ull year the sur- rescue chamber was used during vivor is under 60 years of age. t~e Squalus disaster to carry surVice President Hugo Liljihult vivors to the surface. presided at last night's meeting in the absence of President Bart M. Dalla Mura. ••• I I �AWARD WINNERS-Awards were presented this morning to these Port.smouth naval shipyard em- · ployes for their sugges.ted improvemen s on submarine design and shipyard procedure. · Front row, from left, Santa Claus (unidentified), Irving M. Flanders, Capt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, shipyard commander, and Kenno S, Dahlerup. Second row, Norman F. Royal, Hanison W. Roberts, Melvin H. Chandler, Earl G. Smith, Walter I. Lockwood and Emerson S. Clark. Third row , Franclyn· B. Garvin, Milton A. Kimball, Harry H. Brown and Frank Waldron; Fourth row, Vincent J. Mallarkey, Clement V. Lovell, John J. Coffey, and BART M. DALLA MURA, JR. Roland Fiedler. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Portsmouth Youth • A . n2s Wins ppo1ntment To Naval A·cademy Sugges,t ion Box Prizes. ~,\J~ _Awarded Yard Workers Irving M. Flanders of 436 Broad street, progressman at th e Portsmouth naval shipyard, was presented a $275 award for his suggestion on a cable reel brake by Capt. Ralph E. McShane, USN, shipyard commander, at ceremonies this morning. ·* Brown ,.Named Assistant ~ 2~ I In Yard Labor Relations Eighteen other shipyard ' employes received awards for their suggestions at the ceremonies. Men from-"K.ittery and Kittery Point took away the largest number of prizes, with seven receiving checks of $5 to $25. Franclyn M. Irving, Jr., of Portsmouth received the second highest award, $100, for making a sugges-, tion on a ring packing and retainer for a sonar dome. Five other Portsmouth men won cash prizes. • • • RECEIVING 25 awards we~e Roland Fiedler of Haley road Kittery, Russell J. Walker of Kit~ tery and Erwin B. Pace of Portsmouth. Those who received $15 prizes were Walter I. Lockwood of Kittery, Norman F. Royal of Marsh avenue, Hampton Beach Milton A. Kimball of Durham· P~int road · Durham, Melvin H. Chandler of 162 Orchard street and Harrison W. Roberts of Kittery. Ten dollar awards went to Kenno B. Dahlerup of Portsmouth avenue New Castle, Vincent J. Mullark; of Amesbury, Mass., Mr. Walter I. Lo~kwood of Kittery and Earl G. Smith of Kittery Point. • * * WINNING $5 prizes were Emerson S. Clark of Eliot, Frank Waldron of Kittery, Harry H. Brown of Portsmouth, John J. Coffey of Newington and Clement V. Lovell of 33 Market street Portsmouth. Letters of commendation were sent to Frank H. Fuller of Portsmouth, Hilaire J. LaBerge of Kittery, George H. Deeley of York Harbor, Lemuel H. Craig of York Village, Roy R. Rustad of Portsmouth and Albert W. Brown of Kittery. . Frederick S. Brown of 11 Williams avenue, Kittery, was recently named assistant to the employe labor relations superintendent in the industrial department of the Portsmouth naval shipyard . The former shop 72 personnel supervisor first reported for work at the local shi pyard in 1939 as a helper rigger. He was commissioned in the coast guard in 1942 and ~erved with the weather pa~ trol m the North Atlantic theater. An 18-year-old Portsmouth youth, whose brother is attending the U. S. naval academy at Ann apolis, has been appointed principal candidate to the academy from New Hampshire. Bart M. Dalla Mura, Jr., was notified of his appointment Tuesday by a telegram from Sen. Charles W. Tobey . He was graduated last June from Portsmouth high school where he played on the football squad and Clipper golf team. He I was a member of the Hi-club, the I Physics club and the National Honor society. He served as captain of the golf t eam. _Young Dalla Mura, ·son of lVu:. and Mrs. Bart M. Dalla Mura, Sr., of 371 Islington street, has been · employed as a greens keeper at a Sunapee hotel. He will be 19 years , old New Year's day. His brother, Richard Dalla Mura is a third year man at the academy'. I " * * • DISMISSED from active duty in October, 1945, with the rank of lieutehant commander, Brown returned to the shipyard and in April H146, assumed duties as shop personnel supervisor. The Kittery native was born May 11, 1913. His father, Albert H. Brown, was also a veteran of shipyard employment, h av i n g FREDERICK S. BROWN worked in the outside machine shop. commander of the Portsmouth The new superintendent's as- Power squadron and a member of sist~nt received a diploma from the Portsmouth Yacht club. Traip academy in 1930. Following graduation from the Massachusetts Nautical school three years later, he traveled throughout the world for six years in the merchant marine service. Brown, who is married, ls active in local boating activities. He is �121 shown arriving at , BR~'fY-Santa Claus (Albert Zabr!skie) ~s children received ONOR GUARD FOR VISITING C~LE . cort Four hundred servicemen s H tion hall witll marme es . . Portsmouth navlal b\ye ;::~::.day. (Portsmouth Herald photo~~~ )'--gifts at the ga a pat ,,.• 400 youngsters Greet Marine - Convoyed Sant·a . . . d er for a fire truck yesterday af~erSanla Claus swapped lus ~em e gsters forewarned of his arrival ' noon shor ll Y b e_fore 400 cheering d h. youn to the Portsmouth nava l b ase al1diby screeching su-ens, welcome un torium. · ·· \ Olher sailers and marines kept Flanke~ by an hono~· ~uar~ of the 400 guests well supplied wlth four marmes, the d1strngu1shed refreshments financed by the naval visitor mingled with his admirers, base's recre;tion fund. · all childre~ of service. personnel on. Many parents who escorted the duty or with homes rn the Ports-, youngsters saw · the features of mouth area. Albert Zabriskie, shop 17 worker, He then as1.ended a "throne" on beneath the long white beard of the gayly decora ted stage and ex- st. Nick. changed salutes with the marine * guard, Pfc. William H. Rickabaugh, MRS. KENNETH C. BURD was Pfc. Robert E. L. Bester, Pfc. Har-1 in charge of the party. She was asry Buckley and Pfc. Raymond E. sisted by Mrs. Earle S. Davis, who \ Chappell. supervised gift pur_chases; ~rs. \ • • * Reginald Ridgely, g1Ii wrapping; "YOU KNOW, kiddies," he exMrs. Chru·les F. Flower and Mrs. plained, "l left my reindeer over James F. Hays, decorations, and at the power plant. I climbed down Chaplain Richard D. Cleaves, guest the highest chimney there before lists. getting aboard the fire apparatus." Others helping with . ru·rangements were Capt. Leon N. Blair, Lt. Four helpers appeared on the j scene at the wave of Santa's arm, (jg) Charles L. Walker and Lt. and when the stage curlain was .I (jg) Ruth L. Rothberg. raised, the youngsters gasped at the massive pile of gifts that stood ready for distribution. * * The Rev. William Sodt, navy chaplain, called, in alphabetical sequence, the names of all children present. As they appeared on the platform Santa presented each ,~ith a package and offered a patient ear to their requests for additional gifts on Christmas morn. * I * * * the assistants, Donald L. Wentworth, hospitalman third class; Eliot J. Fellure, sea~ man; Michael Savino, engineman, second class, and Walter Lewis seaman apprentice, all USN, selec~ ted packages from the pile and handed them to the jolly, red cloaked Santa. MEANWHILE, FOR MERITORIOUS SERVI.CE-George S. Pitts, Portsmouth naval shipyard pteohanical engineer, is congratulated by Capt. John J. Scheibeler, planning officer, after presentation of award for Pitts' design work which improved submarine rescue chamber. Comdr. Charles H. Gerlach, design superintendent and Carl Galle, deputy head engineer, view the ceremonies. ~ ~ �Local Naval Hospital Slated to Stay Open; Two Dispensaries Hit PerSOiillel Shifts Still Undecided, Official Asserts The Portsmouth naval hospital will continue in operation. ' That information was given The Portsmouth Herald today by U. S. Rep. Chesle1· E. l\Ierrow who said he had been advised by the Navy department that it "will remain open." , . However, two medical dispensaries on the naval base are scheduled for closing and the personnel manning them either will be reduced in number or transferred lo the naval hospital for duty. * * * DEPAR'r IENT'S THE report to Merrow ends a flood of speculation and rumor which has circulated for more than a month. . U.S. Sen. Charles W. Tobey said on Nov. 16 that a recommendation to close the naval hospital had been made by a committee studying defense economies. On Nov. 16 Defense Secretary Louis Johnson told a Herald reporter that his office had not received such a report from Gen. Joseph T. McNarney's special co~mittee. A week later Johnson mformed Senator Tobey that the recommendation to close the hospital was made on Oct. 31 by the McNarney committee. • • • LATE LAST WEEK, Capt. Leon N. Blair, USN, naval base commander, said he had received a message from Washington that "indicated" the hospital might not be closed. He said definite confirmation was lacking and the matter was in the hands of the bureau of medicine and supply. Today's message from Merrow was "good new5" to Captain Blair. He added that he h,ad not received instructions from the medical bureau and did not know when reduction of personnel would be put 'n effect. He said six naval medical officers and four civilian technicians, attached to the dispensaries, would be affected by the transfer to the hospital. * * * THE DISPENSARIES are located at the shipyard, where emergency injury cases among civilian employes are treated, and at the naval disciplinary barracks for medical care of _prisoners. The shipyard dispensary is headed by Capt. Walter M. Anderson who has under him two medical officers and a chief warrant. Two civilians al o arn on duty in addition to enlisted personnel. Three officers serve at the barracks dispensary and they are aided by two civilians, including a psychiatrist. Captain Blair said he believed that many of the officPrs and technicians "would be needed at the hospital, if thj! hospital is lo do t~1e work previously done by the dispensaries." • • * BESIDES Congrfossmen '.\Tcrrow and Tobey, U. S. Sen, Styles Bridges and Rep. orris Cotton joined in the fight to pre\·,,nt clo,ing of lhe naval hos;}ibl. The four wired protests lo ,Tohnsun. However, lhe effect c., f the protests was not known umil today when Merrow's telegram was received. The telegram in full follows: "Advised by Navy department toda y that Portsmouth naval hospital will remain open. However, two dispensaries will be closed and medical care concentrated in the hospital. There will also be some reduction in civilian and naval personnel." Naval Prisoner Project Opposed !BY 1 New Castl? ' New Castle voters last night vigorously opposed the navy's proposal that Camp Langdon be used as a prisoner rehabilitation center. Defense Secretary Louis Johnson as well as members of ew Hampshire's congressional delegation will receive copies of the resolution made during a special town meeting. , Purposes of the special meeting was to see what stand voters would take concerning the disposal of property at Fort Constitution and other land as well as the proposed plan for the use of prisoners at Camp Langdon. * * • THE NAVY'S plans were outlined by Col. Walter K. Dunn, (Ret.l former commandant of the harbor defenses, now a resident of the island community. 1 Dunn said that there have been some erroneous opinions concerning the use of the establishment by the navy. He added he had j talked to Capt. Leon N. Blair, Jr., USN, commander of the Portsmouth naval base, The retired army officer explained to voters that Captain Blair told him the navy planned to build a radio station at Langdon, if and when it receives money. I * • * HE SAID that prisoners might be used to keep the premises clean and possibly dismantle some of the buildings before moving them to shops at the naval base. "I have Captain Blair's assurance," said Dunn, "that the navy does not plan to house any of its , prisoners at Langdon." The navy, if it decides lo u e Langdon facilities, will transport its pri opers from the base to the (Please turn to page two) New Castle Votes;(Contlnued from page one) J J post with a landing craft, Dunn added. * * • CORROBORATING Dunn's -remarks were Capt. Gerald A. Shattuck, USN, ret., a taxpayer but not a resident of New Castle, and Mr. and Mrs. Lee A. Scott. Speaking against the navy plan were Kenneth E. Maxam, Donald R. Twitchell, John C. Sweetser- and Leslie Sargent. Tempers flared during the discussion of the article ln the warrant to see if the voters would authorize the town to sell John C. Sweetser a strip of land between Fort Constitution and the Hart property on the Piscataqua river. Sweetser had planned to construct a small landing on the property. * * • DUNN SPOKE against the sale of the land to Sweetser "or any other individual as long as the town maintains control." He also said he hoped the town would someday build a dock which would be available to all river sportsmen. A ballot vote resulted in defeat of the Sweetser prospect, 102-24. Voters also named a land committee to confer with government agencies holding power in the disposal of properties at the harbor defenses. The members of this committee are Thomas F. Mccaffery, James B. Smith, George S. Pitts, Dunn and J. C. Sweetser. Action of the Seacoast Regional association, DAR and other patri-1 otic organizations seeking to preserve Fort William and Mary as a national shrine was endorsed by the voters. I �~ ~--· .2Marines Face ; Trial in Beatin~ Of5 Prisoners t' ' Two Portsmouth naval disclplln'ary barracks guards wlll face general courts martlaf on charges resulting from the beatings given five recaptured prisoners last October. Three other marines a1·e to be 1"officially admonished" by their !commanding officer, The two marines schE:<1uled to stand trial are Sgt. Robert L. , White of Columbus, Ohio, and Cpl. David A. Schrum of York, Pa. • * * SERGEANT WlIITE ls charged with "negligence In obeying orders" and the count against Corporal Schrum ls "striking another person in the navy." ' Admonishments were recommended for Capt. John D. Case, ·usMc, of Norfolk, Va., commander of the searching party, and Corporal& Edward R. Keeney of East Hartford, Conn., and James ntgnanese of Walpole, Mass., members of the detall. The action in the maltreatment of the prisoners was ordered by I Rear Adm. Hewlett Thebaud, USN, I commandant, First naval district. I . * * • I ' THE STORY of the beatings : given the prisoners "broke" ln The 1 Portsmouth Herald on Oct. 20. It was on the basis of the news accounts of the Hampton jail incident that a naval board of investigation was convened. The board, established by Capt. Leon N. Blair, USN, Portsmout!t 1 naval base commander, reported Hs 1 findings to the First naval district. No date was set for the courtsmartlal. I * • • • INVESTIG.t\TION Into the handling of. the five <llsclpllnary barracks fuglllves was ordered by Captain Blair after The Herald ' reported that they were "admlnlstered a brutal lesson In kangaroo · justice." , 1 Four or- ·the men were taken In the late afternoon of Oct. 19 and held at the Hampton police station pending the capture of a fifth man. It was after the c11pk!re of that truck where they were manacled man, John E. Garfole, 25, of Johns- and placed face down on the floor. The five had escaped by eluding a town, Pa., 'that (hf.l beatings ocguard, cutting four locks, scaling a curred.,' · ' · : IO-foot wire IJarricade and, after . ~ ;, AFTER "nIE SJ;l,SION ' in the stealing a boat, rowing across the Piscataqua river to Goat island, Jlt>lice ·sfatlon, the marines lo11ded using brooms for oars. their citpUves · ln~o a low-sldea , They spent that night in the .<Please turn to 11are three) woods and were spotted in Hampton when · they emerged to buy , food. Four were captured shortly afterward. They were David B. Hardin, 20, of Lovelock, Nev.: Billie P. Maze, 20, of Topeka, Kan.: Kenneth F. White, 18, of Portland, and Robert F. Massie, 27, of South Charlestown, Ohio. The marine detall was under the command of Captain Case, who, reportedly, was not present .during the alleged maltreatment of the prisoners. ,. i ·• '• • l, --- - ��This book is a preservation photocopy. It is made in compliance with copyright law and produced on ncid-f'ree archival 60# book weight paper which meetJ the requlnimentJ of ANSl/NlSO Z39.48-l992 (permanence of paper) Preservation photocopying and blndlng by Acme 9oc,kblndlng Charlestown. MaaachUl9ttl w 1999 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbooks Subject The topic of the resource Portsmouth (N.H.) Scrapbooks World War II World War I Description An account of the resource Between 1918 and 1949 staff members of the Portsmouth Public Library clipped articles from The Portsmouth Herald and other newspapers and glued them into 42 scrapbooks. The articles they selected for these scrapbooks covered such world changing events as WWI and WWII, as well as local concerns, such as news of an upcoming garden tour, a new movie by Louis DeRochemont, layoffs at the Navy Yard, or the election of the first city manager in Portsmouth. In short, these scrapbooks provide us with a fascinating (if somewhat subjective) view of life in Portsmouth — and the world beyond — before 1950. <br /><br />To make the scrapbooks easier to use, a <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/items/show/4252" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">master index</a> was compiled in 1997, utilizing each separate scrapbook index. The subject entry listed refers you to a scrapbook by volume number and year. You must consult the index included in each separate scrapbook to locate the page number for a particular article. Because subject headings varied somewhat, from scrapbook to scrapbook, there has been some attempt to standardize the subject terms used. In addition, "see" and "see also" entries have been added to the master index.<br /><br />Due to the heavy use this collection has received over the years, and to the fragile nature of newspapers, the scrapbooks have shown signs of deterioration. Fortunately, grants received from The Thaxter Foundation in 1998-1999 permitted the library to have preservation photocopies made of this valuable collection. -Sarah Hartwell, Special Collections Librarian, February 1999<br /><br />To view a complete scrapbook, click the PDF name below the image. Click on the book's image on the next page. The scrapbooks in this collection are fully searchable. Once the PDF is open, click Control+F (or Command+F on a Mac) to open the search feature. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Portsmouth Public Library Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1918-1920, 1932-1949 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="http://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbook 1948-49 V.39 Subject The topic of the resource Scrapbooks Portsmouth (N.H.) World War II Description An account of the resource A scrapbook of news articles from the Portsmouth Herald and other papers, 1948-1949. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Portsmouth Public Library (N.H.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1949 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context i15475724 https://portsmouthexhibits.org/files/original/89a7a1581027179cc29f5a1d8e57ab77.PDF c518cc556058ae7c1e433745ef24cde3 PDF Text Text �SCRAPBOOK INDEX 1948 V. 38 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE AL TR USA CLUB AMERICAN LEGION-F.E. BOOMA POST ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS ASPHALT PLANT ATHLETICS-SCHOOL ATOM PLANT see : Portsmouth 60 , 111 61 60 100 26-27 , 28 53 BANKS BARTLETT ST. EXTENSION BOON ISLAND BOSTON AND MAINE BUS CO . BOSTON AND MAINE RR STATION BOY SCOUTS BUS FARES BUSINESS 1, 53 81 116 54-56, 98 52 61 see : B & B Bus Co . 50-52 CAMP LANGDON CANNERY CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA CATHOLIC LAYMEN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHASE HOME CHRISTMAS CHURCHES-ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCHES-COURT ST. CHRISTIAN CHURCHES-GREEK CHURCH CHURCHES-METHODIST CHURCHES-UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST CIRCUIT ROAD CITY AUDIT CITY AUDITOR CITY BUDGET CITY COUNCIL CITY MANAGER CITY SOLICITOR-SALARY , RESIGNATION CIVIC ASSOCIATION COASTGUARD COFFIN, ROBERT COHEN, MRS . SAMUEL M. COLONIAL DAMES SOCIETY COMFORT STATION COMMUNITY CENTER COMMITTEE COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNIYTY CHORUS COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN CULBERSON , JAMES M. 108, 113 3 61 61 62-64 , 112 68 57 , 64, 110-111 65 65 65 65 66-67 104 80 80 , 82 , 83 , 100 101 79-105 94 , 96 102, 103 DISTRICT NURSING ASSN . DOBLE, PAUL A. DONDERO, MARY C. DONDERO , MARY C. 69 77 112 75 71 74-75 76, 78 , 79 , 81 , 86 72, 73 64 , 67-69 112 65 , 71 27 5 29 , 88 see also: Election �DRAFT 117-119 ELECTION-NATIONAL AND ST ATE ELECTION-PRIMARY ERICKSON,CARL 45-49 35-45 28 FAMILY WELFARE ASSN. FILMS-DEROCHEMONT, LOUIS FIRE DEPT-SALARIES 70 , 111 2 83 , 85 GARDEN CLUB GOLD ST AR MOTHERS GREEK APPEAL 75 69 HAMPTON BEACH-CYCLONE HANSCOM , RUSSELLA . HOUSE , GUYE. , JR. HUNT, HOWARD A . 12 108 108 108 INDUSTRY ISLES OFSHOALS-COAST GUARD STATION 2-3 , 106 119 JACKSON HOUSE JAIL ON WHEELS JONES, FRANK 11 107 6-9, 10, 11 KITTERY-ADMIRALTY VILLAGE KITTERY-GOVERNMENT PROJECT KIWANIS CLUB 65 122-123 72 LAFAYETTEHIGHWAY LAND PURCHASE-VAUGHAN-HANOVER STS. LANGDON CAMP LANGDON MANSION LEAGUE OFWOMEN VOTERS 51 81 108, 113 10, 114-115 77 , 78 MAIL RATE INCREASE MAPLEWOOD AVE . BRIDGE MARRIAGE COURSE MASONS-ST. ANDREWS ' LODGE MOBILE SOUND EQUIPMENT MT. AGAMENTICUS MUNICIPAL COURT 78 90 , 102 78 112 107 121 107 NATIONAL GUARD NEW CASTLE-FT. WILLIAM AND MARY NEW HAMPSHIRE-COASTLINE NEW HAMPSHIRE-CONSERVATION NEW HAMPSHIRE-CONSTITUTION NEW HAMPSHIRE-CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS NEW HAMPSHIRE-FIRST N.H. VOLUNTEERS NEW HAMPSHIRE-LEGISLATURE NEW HAMPSHIRE-STATE PROPERTY TAX NEW HAMPSHIRE-STATE TAX REVENUE NEW HAMPSHIRE GAZETTE 29 18 16 30 30 48 31 29 31 120 17 4 �OSBORN , CLAYTON D. 89 , 90 , 91-93 PEIRCE ISLAND-LIFE SAVING CERTIFICATES PLANNING BOARD-REZONING DISPUTE PORTSMOUTH-ADMINISTRATIVE CODE PORTSMOUTH-CITY CLERK PORTSMOUTH-CITY OFFICIALS SALARY INCREASES PORTSMOUTH-CITY REPORT PORTSMOUTH-HIGHWAY DEPT. PORTSMOUTH-OLD HOUSES PORTSMOUTH-ORDINANCES PORTSMOUTH "PICTURESQUE" PORTSMOUTH-RUSSO-JAPANESE CONFERENCE SITE PORTSMOUTH-SHIPPING PORTSMOUTH-ST ATE TAX PORTSMOUTH-TAXES-WENTWORTH ACRES PORTSMOUTH-WATER DEPT . PORTSMOUTHATHENAEUM PORTSMOUTH HERALD-EXHIBIT PRICES-MEAT PUBLIC LIBRARY 123 126 84 87-88 94 , 100, 101 87 83 , 85 14-15 89 , 90 12 13 13 85 85 82 16 57 52 94 , 100, 101, 124-125 REHABILITATION CENTER RENNER , GORDON ROCKINGHAM COUNTY-HOUSE OF CORRECTION ROCKINGHAM COUNTY-JAILS ROCKINGHAM COUNTY-POLITICS ROCKINGHAM HOTEL ROSTRON , JAMES L. ROTARY CLUB 72, 73 108 120 34 34 60 109 74 SALVATION ARMY SCHOOLS SCHOOLS-SHERBURNE STRIKES 70 29 20 , 21 , 26 TAXES-PROPERTY TAX RECEIPTS TAXICABS TEACHERS THURSDAY PAINTERS TOLL ROAD TRUCKS-FINES 50 96-98 , 104-105 20 , 21 , 24 37 30, 31 , 32-33, 89 , 121 57 UNEMPLOYMENT UTILITIES-RATE INCREASE 2, 105 120 VAUGHAN , DOROTHY M. VETERANS VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS 124 108-109, 113 77 WAR DEAD WARNER HOUSE WENDELL, JOHN WENTWORTH ACRES 5 WENTWORTH HOTEL 2 11 , 75 18 21 , 29 , 56 , 89 , 90 , 9495, 99 , 100 50 �WILLARD , MRS. JENNIE C. WINEBAUM HARRY WINTER SPORTS WOMEN 'S CITY CLUB YORK, ME.-OLD SCHOOLHOUSE Y.M.C.A. Y.W .C.A. ZIONIST DISTRICT ZONE RULING-ISLINGTON ST. 77 71 121 , 123 73 19 75 , 76 75 , 76 , 77 70-71 99 , 126 �I I LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Reserve District No. ,I \ Charter No. 1052 3. 5. 6. 7. 11. 12. PORTSMOUTH, 13. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 23. s:os · $3,487,474.38 $2,643,915 .42 Bills poyable, rediscounts, and other liabilities for borrowed money . . .......•... .. ••.... , Other liabilities .. ........• , . , ..• • , , , • • • • • 129,294 .89 251,989.82 115,158.77 13,858.4 5 50,000 .00 6 .40 $3,204,223.75 26. 27. 28. TOT AL LIABILITIES .....•..•..•.••.• .• CAPITAL ACCOUN;_rS Capital Stock: (c) Common stock, total par $125,000.00 ... Surplus ........ . .. ....... .... . . .. ......• Undivided profits ......... . . .. ..... • • • • • • • • Reserves ( oncl retirement account for preferred stack 29. TOTAL CAPITAL ACCOUNTS .••••••••.• 283,250.63 24. 25. $125,000 .00 125,000.00 9,491.40 23,759.23 I I I Total Liabilities EXAMINATION Stole of New HCJmpshire I ~ ss. I ARTHUR GORMAN Justice of the Peace Directors. Clinton W. Eastman of Littleton, Earle L. Welch of Meredith and William P . Straw of Manchester were elected to the executive committee with Mr. Trefe then . Treasurer Charles W. Jackson of Salmon Falls and George E. Wright of Exeter, chairman of the agricultural committee, were among those giving reports at the afternoon / ,meeting. Harold E. Randall, vice president of the First National bank of Boston, addressed the group on "Adequatr Compensation for Bank Services." Roland B. Burnham, vice president and treasurer of the Nashua Tru st company, spoke on "GI Lending Experiences." The savings bank gro11p ~,as scheduled to go into session this morning. Clyde M. Da vis, N. H. state bank commissioner, and L. A. Tobie, president and treasurer of the Meriden Savings bank, Meriden, Conn., were to actdrrss !,he group. Frederick S. Blackdall , Jr., president of the Taft-Pierce ManufacI turing company, Woonsocket. R. J., and past presidPnt of the NPw Eng1 1 land council. will be ~pl'aker at. the 1 b:mqurt tonight. I Por tSfflQUfh Men •ice I Elec ted tQ Off J f By State Ban kers I Two Portsmouth m a n were elected to offices in the New Hampshire Bankers asso_clation at last nl gh t'E business session in the Wentwor th hotel, New Castle. The bankers opened their twoday convention at the hotel yesterday afternoon. ·qeo;~e A, Trefethen of the First Nat ional ba'nk, Pl!irU;mo1,t,ll, was named to the executive committee while William C. Walton, J r., of the New Hampshire National bank Portsmouth, was elected vice pres~ id en t representing Rockingham county, The association named Edgar c. Hirst, president of the First National bank of Concord, as pres!dent; Curtis C. Chase, Manchester, secretary; James E. Thayer, Farm!ngton, treasurer. $11,422,381.97 BY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Rockingham County ) We, the undersigned Trustees of the PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BANK ~o sevc_rallr solemnly swear that we have made a thorough examination of 1its aHaors rn oc_cordance with Chap. 309, Sec. 35 of the Revised Laws, and that tho foregoing statement of its condition i1 true. , NORMAN E. RAND, ORMAN R. PAUL, J. VERNE WOOD, PAUL M. HARVEY, BURNELL £. FRISBEE, JOHN E. SEYBOLT, ALBERT W. MOULTON Subscribed and sworn to this 1st day of July 1948, Before me Sworn to and subscribed before me this 15th day of April, 1948 -- H. I TOTAL LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL ACCOUNTS $3,487,474.38 MEMORANDUM 31. Assets pledged or assigned to secure liabilities and for 310,000.00 other purposes .......... . .... ... • , • • • State of New Hampshire, County of Rockingham, ss: I, W. L. Conlan, cashie• of th~ above-named bank, do solemnly swear that the above statement is true to the .best of my knowledge and belief. W. L. CONLON, Cashier. - N. Total Resources • • •.. . $11,422,381.97 LIABILITIE'S ' Du . depositors <ln depo si t book accounts $10,542,831.57 Christmas ond other clubs . . . . • • . . . . . . 58,665.25 Total deposits .•.• , • • .• I 0,601,496.82 Guaranty fund .......•. •. , , , , •. , . , 555,000.00 Undivided profits-net •.• •••• , , •. • , , • 240, 885.15 795,885.15 Reserves . •......... . •• • • ••• , , . , , • 25,000.00 25,000.00 30. . W. E. UNDERHILL, Notary Public. CORRECT ATTEST : W. C. WALTON, JR . J. PAUL GRIFFIN, JR. RICHMAN P. MARGESON OF RESOURCES Book Voluu Cash on hond ..... ....• , , , , , , . , , •. $ 55,424.00 Cash on deposit ... .. .. ..• , ••.••. , • • 389,180.30 1• r lten1s a vailable for deposit ..... , . . . . . 30,900.43 Cash items .. .. .. .. .... . ..... , .•• , 768.0C, 476,272.73 United States Governn,ent obligations , , , , • 5,148,800.00 Canadian bonds ....... . . ...••• , ••• , 55,000.00 ~ederol Home Loan Bonk stock .•••.•••• , 44,700.00 Railroad bonds .... .........•• , • , , , 57,825.00 Public utility bonds . •• , ••• , , , , . , , •• , 166,600.00 Miscellaneous bonds , •••••••••••••••• 13,500.00 237,925 .00 Railroad stock .. ... , •.••• , .• , ..•• .' .• 60,148.92 Eank stock .......... .. ...... , . , , , , 43,073.50 103,222.42 Loans on New Hampshire real estote Notes ....... ...•...•••• , 3,700,749.23 3,700,749.23 Loons on other real estate Notes . • ... • . . • • • • • . • . . • • • 1,437,053.79 Bonds . .. ..•••••••••• , • 26,000.00 1,463,053.79 Collaterol loons Deposit books ..•. .. .. . ••.• 16,221.12 Stock exchange collateral .. •• 63,728. 79 79,949.91 U,u ecur~d loans . .. ... ........ . . , 44,969.20 Real estate, etc., owned: Bonk building, vaults, furniture and fixtures . .. . .• , ••••••.• ss,ooo.oq 55,000.00 United States bonds redeemed .• , , • , • , • 9,914.77 I Mortgage Tax Account .... . , , , .•. , • , • 2,824.92 2,824.92 Cash, bolonces with other banks, including reserve $ 909,080 .93 balance, and cash items in process of collection United States Government obligations, direct and 1,337,800.00 guaranteed . ... ............ . . . .... , , , 74,000.00 Obligations of States ond political subdivisions . ..• 10,000 .00 Other bonds, notes, and debentures ........... .... . Corporate stocks (including $7,500.00 stock, of Federal 7,500 .00 Reserve bank) Loons and discounts · · (·i~~l~d;'n·g· · $.1 ·1 -~v~~~ 1,070,438.79 drohs ) .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • • • • · · · · · Bank premises. awned $64,500.00, furniture and fix75,761.36 , tures $11,261.36 •. ... •• , . ...•.. .. . , , .. 2,893.30 Other assets .......••• . , , • , , , • , , , • , • , , • • • • • TOT AL ASSETS •.•.. .... ..... , • , , , , , , • LIABILITIES Demond deposits of individuals, partnerships, and corporations ........................ • • . Deposits of United States Government ( including postal sovings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , , , , . Deposits of States and politico( subdivisions .••. , • _ Deposits of banks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... , • . Other deposits (certified and cashier's checks, etc.) TOTAL DEPOSITS ... . .... $3,154,217.35 CONDITION at the close of business June 30, 1948 ASSETS 4. OF l Portsmouth Savings Bank New Hampshire National Bank Of Portsmouth, in the Stote of New Hampshire, at the close of business on April 12, 1948 published in response to call Made by Comptroller of the Currency, Under Section 5211, U.S. Revised Statutes. 2. LEGAL NOTICES STATEMENT Report Of Condition Of The 1. I LEGAL NOTICES Margeson Named Bank Director t•\?'lo Ralph C. Margeson of 190 Middle street has been named a director of the Piscataqua Savings bank A graduate of Por t'Smouth high school, Mr. Margeson attended Norwich, Vt., university and the Un!. vers!ty o! Colorado. A veteran of five years service with the U.S. mar-1 ipe corps, Mr. Margeson, a former major, served In the Pacific theater. I I ..., I I I �Seasonal Layoffs Blamed Arbiter Called')" lafolla Workers 'N'-'"\~':l To Open Talks"'°'For Unemp1oyment Here In lafolla Dispute Still Off Jobs 1\,').~ Seasonal layoffs were b e l i e v e d * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - nsponslble today for increased unemployment In Portsm9uth. The New Hampshire Unemplovment Compensation division . tod:iy reported April requests !or unemployment compensation In the city were up 152 over the March figure of 5,310. William C. Chamberlin, adA group of "sympathy" pickets ministrator of the division, remarched at three separate enported total and partial unemtrances to the St. Johnsbury ployment benefits paid to New Trucking Co., Inc., terminal here llampshlre's civilian claimants this morning In an effort to Incite was $273,710 for April coma walkout supporting bhe 33-day pared to $302,217 for March. trucking strike In Vermont. Indicative perhaps of a leveling Company officials said picketsoff at the present high rate of unemployment In this state ls the Identified by small paper arm &light decrease in continued or combands they are wearing-were stapensable claims from 22,804 in March tioned at different roads leading to 22,534 for April, Mr. Chamberlin into the terminal but added there , said. However waiting period claims ls little Indication Portsmouth jumped from 2,338 In March to 4,586 workers would join the strike. for April, he pointed out. 1 At the same time, Vermont's Gov. The division head also announced Ernest W. Gibson urged Barre, Vt., the end of Maroh marked the clo~e drivers to make an "honest efo! the benefit year. With the new fort" to settle the dispute. year starting in April, It was necessary for all claimants who started Although the Portsmouth firm to file In April to serve a week's ls not handling freight Into Verwaiting period. An Individual's weekmont, the pickets indicated they ly benefit rate now ls based on his would remain on duty here !nwage credits earned In 1947 Instead definately. ot 1946. Veterans claims declined In Aprll Mr. Chamberlin said. Strikers Picketo\ ~ Portsmouth Firm For 'Sympathy' John J. O'Reilly, Bosto1; representabive of the U. S. department of conciliation and arbitr1tion, is scheduled to arrive here this week to attempt a compromise settlement of the 10-day-old strike which has halted operations ab the John I Iafolla Stone Products company. In Contract Row Little hope for settlement of a five-day strike of about 50 workers of the John Iafolla Stone Products company was evident today as the local contractor announced, "If they can stand It, I can stand It." Mr. Iafolla said the workers left their jobs Sunday in a dispute over a "closed shop." He said he had agreed to a pay raise requested by the men but not to a mandatory job classification clause in a proposed agreement. The Portsmouth construction supply man said his work varied too greatly to allow a union to classify a worker so that the employer could not shift the man to another job. The men, at present, he said, are not represented by a union but are attempting to organize one. I I The cause of the shut-down, according to Basil D. French, secretary-treasurer of Local 633 of Manchester, was the company's ref us a 1 to recogni i e a workers' petition that the International Brotherhood of Teams ters, AFL, be certified as bargaining agent. as I French said the conciliator's appearance was requested by the union. He charged that since no bargaining agent hac: been elected by the employes, no demands had been made of the Tafolla company other that a request from the workers that "a representative of their own choosing" be recognized by the company. I The walk-out affects more than 50 workers. Holiday Traffic _In Full Swing; . Record Expected . 1\-~ Officials at the Ma! n e-New Hampshire Interstate bridge reported auto traffic "exceedingly heavy," and ex,pected It lo reach its peak late Monday when motorists The annual Fourth of July week- ' begin their · return .trips. end trek of hundreds of out-of-state Portsmouth churches wilt obvisitors In the Portsmouth area was • serve the Fourth tomorrow In full swing this morning, as visimorning from 9:55 to 10 am by tors and vacationists fl-om neighborringing their bells for the fiveIng and other states joined the minute period. The bell-ringing Route 1 vacation ca1·avan. Officials of the U. S. Weather Bureau reported with a smile· that the Independence weekend would be blessed with cloudless, warm weather. I In his annual holiday message last evening, Gov. Charles M. Dale urged visiting motorists to "help New Hampshire lead the nation in highway ·safety reputation." Meanwhile, hundreds of tourist homes, hotels and beach resorts in the area, whose capacity had been reserved for months for the holiday weekend, hung out their "no vacancy" shingles. I observance Is being sponsored by the American Heritage foundation. The city's children will receive ice cream at the playgrounds Monday morning, according to Francis T. Malloy, recreation director. Monday's program also includes a baseball game at South playground at 3 o'clock between the Call-Leary team and the Winthrop City team, and an evening band concert at 7:30, followed by a large display of fireworks, 1!-t 9 :ao, Mr. MaUpy. said. state police and forestry officials asked vacationists to use care against driving accidents and fires, and Frederick N. Clarke, state motor vehicle commissioner, again reminded drivers that his department would "cooperate with local and state police in the enforcement of motor vehicle laws." In Portsmo1.1th spokesmen for the Boston and Maine transportation service reported that their full summer schedule stat! would be on hand to accommodate expected record crowds of passengers. The number of tourist-passengers has He warned that "drinking and been swelled by thousands of em- driving, as well as reckless driving, ployes of New England firms which will not be tolerated," and that closed for their annual two weeks' "violators will be prosecuted." vacation. . · . I I Movie Production Slated 'j1_, \ For Area in Few Weeks The documentary film, "Lost Boundaries", wlll go "on location" in Rockingham county and Durham within the riext few weeks, Producer Louis deRochemont of Newington told The Portsmouth Herald today. Meanwhile, production of the story of the Smutty Nose murders, most of which is scheduled to be filmed in Portsmouth, wlll not get under way until the completion of "Lost Boundaries" late in August, Mr. deRochemont said. "Lost Boundaries" ls the story of a Keene family which "passed" as white but actually had Negro blood. The story of the Keene family attracted nationwide attention when It was presented recently in Reader's Digest. Mr. deRochemont said his production of the Smutty Nose murders-"deftnitely number two on our list of New llampshire :stories"-would bring ihe horror tale into moclern times from its 1873 seUing. It will unfold as a constantly developing news story after opening with background material on the Porl.smouth area and the Isles of Shoals. While Mr. deRochemont did not. give a detailed description of the infamous murders by Louis Wagner, the story itself is familiar to residents of the seacoast area. Wagner rowed to ihe Shoals in the dead of a March night, 1873, killed two women residents on the island for $20 and searcheel unsuccessfully over the rocky shores of the tiny point of land for a third woman, who escaped. He was captured and later hanged by t;he state of Maine. Although "Lost Boundaries" and the Smutty Nose story are both on actual production schedules, Mr. deRochemont said that a third film, depicting the life of Frank Jones, was still In the "tentative stage." �Engraving Firm Gets Into Stride ~ '7 Pictures play a big part in modern life and a couple o f * - - - - - - - - - - - young men here in Portsmouth have established a. grow- training In chemical engineering at ing business supplying the city with more of them. Stevens Institute in Hoboken, N. J. As president and treasurer of the* The navy Interrupted his schooling Herald Photo & Engraving, Inc., / gas and el~ctr!c power whirler,_ a in March, 1943, but he returned Jack W. Isenberg and William M. large vat-like automatic machme to study commercial art at the Barclay, Jr., are devoting most of whkh spins them at high speed, Vennont college. their time and energy to perfcrting slinf!ing- excPs~ liquid off by rcnIsenberg, who recently became the the!r trade and promoLlng Lhcir trlf111:nl fo!'('e . faLhrr of his ~ccond daughter, lives firm. For lhe finishing steps In mak- with his family at 33 Wood avenue, Established last September in Ing engravings, equipment Includes Eliot. Barclay resides at 277 Middle the Times building at 276 State a vacuum frame and arc lamp for road. street, the two former navy ~rlnt!ng- the plates, n narrow anabuddies now are extending thl'ir lme dye vat, a burning stove for service In a ever-widening arc baking the plates, a 1,400-pound reaclling Into Maine to Massastone vat for the acid etching chusetts and westward toward baths, a powder cabinet with an central New Hampshire. automatic blower, a guillobine for Both Isenberg and Barclay are trimming ?lates, circular saw and contract photographers for Tho routing dnll. Port1mouth Herald handling much of In af11litio11 to rngra"ing the A demand that the Coastline Canning corporation plant be ordered the local news picture work as well two owners also 1ksig11 art work moved from Its Islington street site "to the waterfront" was in the hands as commercial cameramen. Each and acl"<'rlising layouts as both of the Portsmouth city councl! today. has a modem speed camera. and full nre commcrdal artists. kit to take out on spot news assignIsenberg is a native of Altoona, The demand was made by Mrs. Townsend Byrne of 848 Islington street ments and special orders for Inter- Pa., where he was graduated from In a letter to the city council. j-.E. , \ . for, landscape, building or window high school In 1037. It was there he Charging that Portsmouth haslfl display pictures. took an extra course In commercial hit "an all-time low" by allowing Their five-room plant, located at art. Before entering the naval rea fish canning Industry to operate the top of a breath-killing triple serve in January, 1942, he worked as "right within its center," Mrs. Byrne flight bf stairs ls filled with modern a chain store businr~s mana(!er. timed her request for possible ac1ulpment for developing the pie- traveling throu(!hout Pennsylvania. tion at a meeting of the ciliy councl! res and engraving them. Afler eight months service aboard tomorrow night. 'heir latest acquisition Is an off- a minesweeper In the North Atlan"According to the zoning laws of - __ pl11.te developing machine. tic, he was trnnsferred t.o a subthe city of Portsmouth," Mrs. Byrne The two men spent last summer chaser where he met Barclay. They wrote, "the objectionable odor, or deslgndng the floor layout for their participated In the Invasion of Normore properly the vile stench plant and supervising construction mandy and pa trolled the English emanating from this plant while and installation of the machines channel. Both have fond memories tihe fish are cooking, should automafor which they had waited about of joint leaves spent in England tically rule it out. .six months. The floor, 54 x 23 feet. and France. "Ilowever," she added, "one has been parbitlonoo Into a large Isenberg was discharged In Sepdisgusting experience with our office, camera room, engraving tember, 1945, after which he entcrso-called planning board was room, two darkrooms and a stor- ed the Photo engraving field. He more than enough for me." She age closet which also houses their first served as an apprentice on the explained that the latter remark negative files. Altoona Mirror and later worked was aimed at the unsuccessful The larger of the two darkrooms for the Burlignton, Vt., Publishing move by her husband last DeIs equipped with a temperature company. cember to block the rezoning of controlled sink and storage cabinet Barclay got his discharge from 800 Islington street from a genfor developing chemicals, one of the navy in February, 1946. While eral residence to an industrial the most modern units In New studying at Goddard college In area. Hampshire. Plainfield, Vt., he did practice work Mr. Byrne and 39 other residents The triple-color lights can be with the same Burlington firm, of the Aldrich road-Islington street bur?Mld to yellow, red or dark green and it was there he and Isenberg ' section voiced opposition at a planas called for by thP. type of work conceived the lcl a of joining forces ning board hearing on a petltlo::i being done on negatives or photo- In their own business. from Landers and Griffin, Inc., a graphs_ An up-to-da te enlarger, A native of Newport, R. I., where contracting firm which owns the cabinets for film and paper stock he was graduated from high school and a plate holder loading table In 194 0, Barclay took a Y ~ 800 Islington street property. The petition later was approved by the complete the equipment. city council. In the adjacent darkroom, sllghtly smaller than the first, the engravStating that "no other city in the llJi' negatives are finished. country" would permit the canning Outside these Is a long room where of fish In any area other than the a huge camera moun ted on a 16waterfront, Mrs. Byrne gave the foot track ls located. It Is with th!~ following reasons for her demand camera that the engraving negathat the canning plant be moved: tlve.s a.re made. Two powerful nrc "I. The pungent odor of hot 1lsh lamps supply the strong llght needed oil 1, positively nauseating. for reproducing pictures. "2. The laundries of the neighborThe engravers can enlarge a hood hanging wet in the open air picture 200% or reduce it about absorb the fumes and when brought 10% by adjusting the jumbo In smell up the entire house and camera on Its track. have to be re-laundered. St.rlppl~ and retouching negatives ls done on a long tilted table "3. We have had trailers of unwhich has a frosted glass top ::overed fish ,heads and tails left for through which fluroescent light hours within 30 feet of Islington shines. street waiting to be hauled away. Zinc plates used for the engravSuch a disgusting and unsanitary ings are stored In the large front condition decidedly would not be alroom where the final procc.sslng Is lowed elsewhere." dustries but If fish canning Is to be completed. The 16-guage plates are Concluding her letter, Mrs. Byrne one of them, Is a taxpayer asking too polished with pumice and water much lf she requests that It be on wrote: at a double sink banked against j "Port~mouth should have new In- the same basis as allowed In other an outside wall. 1 cities and other states--name!y, on Plates are dried In a combination t-he waterfront?" Resident Scores 'Stench'; Would Remove Cannery 0 .., 3 �Portsmouth Answers.).\)~'\ Greek Appeal ' nationali ty, occupying since centuries ago this very critical posltlon In the Mediterranean and having as the indestructible symbol of life. faith and respect toward true freedom of mankind, is an impedil})ent to the conquering views of the Slavs, who are guiding and astain provinces. sisting the bandits and are trying, "Hardly a. month has elapsed In collaboration with them, to exsince I wa·s obliged to protest on terminate and uproot Greek nabehalf of the Church of Greece tionality. against violations and abducbions "That is lhe truth. The Greek of women by Markos' bandits," read church, facing the threatened an• the appeal from Archbishop Da- nihila Lion 01 our race, appeals to maskinos. "Now another terrible you to make every possible effort crime ls being committed by the to prevent this crime, which docs same bandits, which obliges me to not afflict one nation, bub the funagain recourse to you in order to damental principles of mankind urgently request you to offer your and religion." 1 moral support for the purpose of '1l,\\J> stopping this evil. "The bandits who raid the villages along our Jong frontier, seize Portsmouth is the first New children from their parents by Hampshire city to meet its security force, as they say, to save them loan goal, R. C. L. Greer, Rockingfrom Ill-treatment by Greek-AmerA boys' prank plunged 20 eastern Rockingham county communities ham county chairman of the U. S. ican Imperialism. Actually this Is Into darkness last night when electric power service was interrupted for savings bond division, reported todone in order to use them as hosperiods ranging from a. few minutes to several hours. day. tages and finally exterminate Power company authorities traced The general manager wryly ad~ Wi th a goal of $213,000, sales as of Greek nablonality. the Immediate cause of the break- mltted, "The kids couldn't have. June 30 were $215,850. This figure "The Greek state offers relief down to a. pole in bhe rear of picked a. worse place for their tarshould be considerably larger at the and saves by its various organizaend of the accounting period, July Pannaway manor, which ca.rries six get practice. tions In close collaboration with Its 33,000 volt lines to Hampton and "The particular pole which was 11, Mr. Greer added. allies- and other charitable friends, "Credit for this fine showing," \ Exeter and three 13,200 volt lines da.maged ls In the middle_of a swamp the children of Greece, which have to the Rye area. and during this time of year access said Mr. Greer, belongs to Mr. Wilbeen severely tried by the enemy l!um C. Walton, Jr., city chairman, R. C. L. Greer, general manby truck ls all but Impossible." occupation and our continued misager of the New Hampshire He said the company workmen and his hard-working committee fortunes. Gas and Electric Co., said Inhad "lugged" equipment through consisting of George A. Trefethen, "Therefore the bandits' argusulators on the blgh tension water up to their knees Into the site Raymond I. Beal, John W. Hopley, ments are false. line pole had been shot out of the breakdown. The men were and Eugene Cummings. "What Is true Is that the Greek by boys. Rain short-circuited able to cut away the damaged part the w~akened Insulators setting o! the pole and spike on new cross fire to the cro,.ss arms of the arms, restoring power to the three 11ole. ' The Ji~es were bfoken towns shortly p.fter midnight. •-· . when the top t:ollapsed at 5:55 Mr. Greer added that aside 'from pm. the damag~ to the company's proThe broken lines overloaded the perty, hospitals, !armers and other circuit, putting Into action a, "cir- users of electric current had been cult breaker" between the com- harmed or inconvenienced by the Dick Wllson and Dick Daley of Portsmouth are down on bugs. pany's switchboard and the power breakdown. Or Is it up on bugs? \, '),.\.() boat Reslsbance which serves as a John C. Van Meter, director Maybe they are down on bugs by going up on bugs. weekend source of electric current. of the Portsmouth hospital, reIt's confusing that way, but really simple. l Breaking the circuit necessitated ported that the bospltal's emer1 puttlng the company's own plant gency facilities were a.vallable Because they are the Joca.l main-).' Working the unusual concern-I Into operation. Mr. Greer explained but had not been used. The hossta.ys of a. new and unique business created In the minds of the two that during the fuel shortage the pital maintains a special power in this a.rea. called "Sky-Spray, Inc." fliers when they were awaiting discompany closed Its steam turbine unit for tile operating and deBoth former bomber pilots In the cha.rge-are five pllots and two plant, off Bow street, each weekend livery rooms. Pacific during world wa.r II, they drivers who handle the trucks to and purchased water generated curIn Exeter, a baby was born while demonstrated how they go up to service planes going up for sprayrent from the New Hampshire Public doctors a.nd nurses worked under git do+Vti on insects Saturda.y morn- Ing jobs. Service Co. an emergency Jlg11tlng setup In the ing by giving Wallis Sands a, going Both Daley and Wilson Jive at Thirty minutes were needed new wing, ~upt. Sarah Nichol said. over with a 12% DDT solution. to get steam enough to operate Both hospitals said that actual I 151 Lafayette road. the boilers, be saicl, and then all care of patients In the wards had They were after mosquitoes, They designed most of the equipthe circuits but the Exeter, been inconvenienced bees.use o! the sand fJle3, gypsy moths and all ment they use on their ships. Hampton and Rye lines were put necesslby of using lamps. those other fiylng things that Although they have no "narback in service, Urging that parents Instruct get so a.nnoying when you're row escapes" listed in tbe com- - - -- -- - - - ' their boys of the dangers In using trying to relax in the sun. pany's log ,book, the pair said insulators for target practice, Mr. They explained the operation was they do have a record of getting Greer explained that there was a orga.nlzed by Wallis sands residents results. penalty for persons caught in the -with a door-to-door campaign. Actual tests, they said, show the act. DDT solution can give 90 % control The request then came for Wilson He said bhat the company had and Da.ley to ta.ke one of their spe- of undesirable insects for a.bout three had trouble 'in the Pannaway Mancla.lly-equipped airplanes up over or four weeks. Its strength eventualor area before but had been able the area and spra.y it with a. DDT ly diminishes. I to restore the Insulators before solution "fog." damage resulted. Th,e ship they used Is one of Communities a ffected Included three Stea.rman PT l 7's working Rye, Rye Beach, Exeter, Hampton, out of both Ca.mbridge, Mass., and Hampton Beach, Hampton Falls, Portsmouth and is used for such Seabrook, North Hampton, Greenuninviting pastimes as skimming land, New Castle, Durham, Raythree feet off the marshes to spray Newmarket and Newfields drew mond, Canada, Fremont, Brentfoe mosquitoes and about 15 feet wood, Epping, Kingston, Kernslngon power supplied by an auxHiary over houses for similar· eradication hydro-electric plant, avoiding a ton, Newington and Kittery, Me. -a.11 at a speed o! from 80 to 85 long Interrupt.Ion. miles p~r.,.hour. Porbsmouth's Greek population today •joined Archbishop, Damasklnos ·or Athens ·1n ·an International protest against the mass abduction of children from northern Greece by bandits believed to be s4pported by Communist agencies. The Rev. Nicholas C. Tsaknides, pastor of the Greek Orthodox church, said this morning that the archbishop had notified the Trygvie Lie, secretary-general of the United Nations, as well as the h World Council of Churches In Geneva. and the Balkan committee ln Salonika.. Portsmouth's Greek resideuts responded to the a1lpeal by contributing sweaters and money for the Greek army which is fighting guerrillas in the moun- Portsmouth First :In State Sales Boys' Prank Plunges Clp.pI Local Area into Darkness Of Savings Bonds I 2 Ex-Bomber Pilots Wage Waron Insects J I I �Four Portsmouth Area War Victims Dn Way to U.S. ·for Last Funeral Rites ~ lo ·1 The remains of four Portsmouth area war dead are making their final ted as killed In action. PAUL A. DOBLE journey home-for reburlal-thr<'e Private Chick, , the first Kittery aboard the transport Lawrence Vicwar fatality to be returned h ome tory, the army departmen t an- Dor othy Wells of Plummer sLreet, was born in Kittery, June 25, 1925, nounced today. Epping. educated In Kittery grammar They are: Lieutensnt Doble aUended Ports- schools and was graduated from Traip academy. Prior to his enlistFirst Lt. Paul A. Doble, AUS, son mouth and P ortland, Me., schools. H e enlisted and served with Fifth ment he was employed by the of Mr. and Mrs. Harold H. Doble of 18 Raleigh way; Pvt. C. Earle Chick, Infan try, 64th Coast artillery, Ha- Ma ine-New Hampshire Interstate Jr., USA, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. waiian P ack train and 65th Coast bridge authority. He went overseas in March 1944. Earle Chick of 12 Cook's street, artillery before entering omcers' Kittery; Pvt. Forrest E. Bassett, candidate school in December, 1942. He was killed Sept. 25 1944 in He was wounded in the invasion northeastern France. ' ' USA, of Berwick, nephew of Mrs. . . . Mae H. Noyes of 3 North Main of Sicily and was awarded both the/ Beside his parents be 1s survived street, Newmarket, and Capt. Elwood Pur le Heart and Silver Star medals. RP eported missing In France Sept. by five sisters, Mrs. Howe E. Steb0. Wells, USAAF, husband of Mrs. 25, Lieutenant Doble later was lis- bins of Exeter, Mrs. K enneth E. O'SUiiivan, Mrs. Arch ie E. Cobb, Miss Priscilla L. Chick and Miss Jean M. Chick; also a brother, Alfred H. Chick, all of Kittery. Private Bassett, who resided In Berwick before entering the service in 1942, was killed in France Oct. 5, 1944. I The son of the late Fred D. and Annie (ColJlns) Bassett of Berwick, Private Bassett was born April 24, 1922. He was graduated from Berwick academy and formerly was employed at Portsmouth naval shipyard. His remains are to be brought to 1 Newmarket where Mrs. Noyes, his nearest survivor, resides. Captain Wells, being returned home from Honolulu aboard the army transport Cardinal O'Connell, was k1lled in action Aug. 25, 1944, on his 150th mission over the Himalayan moun tains In the India-Ohina-Burma thea ter. Holder of the air medal, distinguished flying cross and a presidential citation, Captain Wells entered the service June 4, 1941. Born in Epsom Aug. 20, 1917, he was. the son of Walter B. Wells of Besides his wife, the former ,.,...,., Center Barnstead. He was grad- Dorothy Head, daughter of Mr. and uated from Pembroke academy at Mrs. Arnold Head of Plummer Suncook and attended the Univer- street, Epping he is survived by a sity of New Hampshire three years. four-year-old daughter, Kath leen - 1'A"ioc: Mildred; two sisters, Miss Virginia. Wells and Mrs. Willia m Myers; and two brothers, Eugene and Edgar Flint Wells, all of Cen ter Barnstead. He ls to be buried in New Rye cemetery at Epsom. �Frank Jones Farm Boy to Tycoon -**From * * ** *** * *Brewer * Phi-lanthropist Found 'Gold' in Hills of Home Famed (EDITOR'S NOTE-This Is the flrs~ of e. series of 1our stories on the life of Frank Jones.) ---- By RAY A. BRIGHTON Recently when Portsmouth in one of its periodic uproars over "to be or not to be, a Chamber of Commerce," one merchant was heard to murmur, almost as a prayer: "This town could other Frank Jones." The Frank Jones who thus stands as a shining knight in armor to modern Portsmoubh was the P aul Bunyan of the 19th century seaport town. An obscure Barrington boy, where he was born Sept. 15, 1832, he rose to the heights of a Colossus ast!Jde New England industry, politics, railroading and inn keeping. He first came on the Portsmouth scene 100 years ago. whilP Portsmouth was still a town trying to shake itseU loose from the fetters of Colonial tradition. . But the wide-eyed farm lad must have sensed bhe unlimited opportunity the town offered. Bound into the story of Frank J on es' arrival in Portsmouth is the tale of his first trip to the lively seaport. Contrary to popular ideas, Frank J ones was not entirely an example of t he Horatio Alger principle of ''Rags to Riches" or "P addling His Own Can oe." I �I Tiring of life at sea, Pelatiah The Jones's were prosperous BarJones made his way inland and The (EDITOR'S NOTE-This Is the second ld bbrothers 'd "1 agreed 000 f that th Frank rington farmers and the cellar hole settled in Barrington about the In a s~rtes or tour stories on the life wou e pa1 .,, , or ree years of the homestead still can be seen Eame time the McDanlel and or Frank Jone,. l service as an apprentice salesman. a few hundred yards east of the Glass families started to homeAt the end of the trial period he present George McDanlel place on stead there. By RAY A. BRIGHTO would be permitted to buy into the A full bearded, powerfully built Ibusiness. thp Durham to Northwood road ln His son Thoma.s continued to man, dre sed in the clothes of a / Details of those apprenticeship Barrington. farm the Barrington acre.s and However, a romantic version of marrlect Mary Pr!e.st, a daughber of half century ago, was not at the years have not come down to us. young Frank's first trip to Ports- Capt. Joseph Priest of Nottingham. door of the Hotel Wentworth In per- However, It is not difficult to menson a few days ago to greet the gov- ally picture the sturdy farm youthmouth has grown Into wide accep- Most of the couple's children for. tance. As part of his duties while sook the farm to try their fortunes ernors of the 48 states as they ar- still in his late teens-pounding on . still in his teens, Frank was instruc- in Portsmouth. /1 rived to open their annual confer- farmhouse doors throughout the ted one day to aid the hired man !£.I Nathan Jone.s, Frank's senior by ence. surrounding territory. The peddler's But Frank Jones of Portsmouth life of that day was arduous but his loading a wagon with charcoal for/ six years, became a businessman 1 was there in spirit. The famous comlng was an event in the life of .sale in Portsmouth, some 18 miles here at an unknown date. Hiram, brew master would not pass up one the country folk. dlstant. older by four years, wa.s already ln of the things he enjoyed most in J He carried more than dlshes and The young man-with all the su- Port:smouth when Frank arrived in life-a party at his re.sort hotel. I pans. He was the bearer o! news of 1848 or 1849. The three brothers The 50 new cars transporting the I kinfolk, of marriages, of babies and perior knowledge of youth-insisted - were followed to Portsmouth by governors hither and yon at their/ of deaths. He was a Hattie Carnegie on yoking an equally youthful team their sister, Mary Jones anct a still whim was a touch that would have to the farm women, telllng them of oxen. as the lead sp~n. The hired younger brother, True w. Jones. tickled the cockles of Jones' lavish of the latest wrinkle amongst the man obJected but ran into the stubF k J , of' in ran ones on 1y ,spr g was Portsmouth ladles of fashion. born Will to have hls own way which by adoption. Shortly after his , heart. However, the man who was almost Frank Jones thus filled an apwas characteristic of Jones in later brother Hiram's death, he married a real life Horatio Alger character prenticeship which was to serve him life. Finally, In a pique, he told the the widow, Martha S. <Leavltb) dled In 1902, three years before th e well in the hurley-burley of future boy to take the load into town by Jone.s, a native of North Hampton. • Ru so-Japanese war was settled political battles. himself. Frank immediately adopted his . within the walls o! thethWentwor th That he succeeded as salesman The Wilful young Jones took hJm brother's daughter, Emma I. Jones. 3:nd 46 years ?efore ls . seco?d •1 u: evident from the story told by 10 at his word and the boy made his Later he adopted a son, Edward . s1gnficant political event its his- one chronicler who says brother 48 bed that night In the stable of an L. Jones, who, although he had the ' ence. tory, the l9 Governor's confer- , Hiram tried to avoid fulfilling the inn, located on what was later to be same surname, was not related to the site of the Jones mansion on Frank Jones. Woodbury avenue. And yet a man recently come / partnership agreement when the to Portsmouth remarked only the three years ended. He offered a When ~he sun came up, the bov The youngster had attracted other day, "They still speak of higher wage and "better working was so delighted with the beauty Mrs. Jones• attention while he him in Portsmouth as though condltlons," If Frank would stay on of the sp0t that he resolved to some he died only yesterday." the road. taught unday school classes at Few men in course of their lifeday make his home there, according the Middle Street Baptist to the story. times attain the status of a living church. He made his home with The Youngster must have legend but Portsmouth was once the the Jones• family and attended The load of charcoal was sold to given the proposition Jong and adopted hometown of such a man. St. Paul's school, Concord, the manager of an im1 then on the serlo11s thought before he realFrank Jones became a tradition, site of the present day Rockingham. While a student at Harvard, ized hat if he was worth the a symbol of prosperity, many years new offer, he could make more the young man died, in 1897. Thomas Jones, the boy's fa. before his death. Tacit proof of the as a partner. He held out for ther, probably found it harder Mary Jones married Josiah Morfact is to be found in the columns the original agreement and Hiand harder to keep the Young. rison who acted as general overof the Portsmouth Chronicle which ram reluctantly consented. ster on the farm in the Year or seer at the Frank Jones Brewing Co. succinctly reported Feb. 2. 1878: Before h is 21st birthday two that followed his successMorrison was said to be one of the "Hon. Frank Jone.s ls in town." Frank Jones was a Portsmouth ful Portsmouth excur ion. few man W'ho could defy Jone.s Wit11 Nothing more was said. Nothing businessman. impuruty. An older brother, Hiram, wa.s almore needed to be said. The ChronIt was a prosperous era, that ready the proprietor of a growing In one instance, a drayman driicle's readers 70 years ago knew who decade before the Civil war, and hardware con-cern and Frank con- ving his team along Market 6treet was meant; they knew where he the Jones brothers prospered With stantly urged bis parents to let was seen by Frank Jones whipping lived; and they knew Where his every ebb and flow of the Piscatahim Join his brother. his horses. Jones walked over and wealth came from. qua's tides. POSsibly, the elder Jones felt a fired the man on the spot. The teamThey "knew'' Frank Jone.s ancl Before he was 30 Frank had stirring of the adventurous Welsh ster turnect in animals and wagon the hidden chapters which are part taken a step which was to place blood that had brought the famJJy and When Morrison discovered the of the life o! every man have be- him ln the ranks of the nation's reason, he immediately rehired the from Wales a generation or two driver. come part of aura o! lege nd In millionaires. He bought a brewbefore because he finally gave his which railroad the memory of the ery owned by an Englishman, The Morrlsons were the parents clan, magnate, hotelPolitiop- ____________ __ _ consent and ln his 16th year Frank erator, brewer, shoe manufacturer, Jones left Barrington for the town of a daughter, Emma J., who marbanker and Insurance man prosWhich was to make h im famous ried the late R. Clyde Margeson. John Swinllel. From that small, pers. and to Which in turn he was to When True W. Jones came to four-year-old business grew an his t rt i l1'f l:rlng no small a.mount of renown. Portsmout'h is not known but he industry which within 40 years The story of sa n, e was/ was taxed on an evaluation of Perhaps, Thomas Jones was 1 with his older brothers, reversed familiar bo any Portsmouth res!more than $500,000. dent of his time. A native of BarPrompted by the need for house . the cry of their day, "West to Califroom. History has not left us the / ornla and the gold fields." rington, he came here at 16 to / Hiram Jones died July 2, 1859, as dimensions of that home on the The Jones boys found "gold" learn his brother's hardware busi- Frank was beginning to expand into Barrington road but if it was in within a few miles of their home and 1 ness. other fields and younger brother :Ceeping With the time, it was not were not lured into any far western Brofuer or no brother, Hiram/ bec~e sole owner or the hardware >Yerly large and Thomas and Mary ventures. Jones was not the man to Jet tam- busmess. "riest Jones were the Parents of even children. Hy ties rule over good business ' However, Within flhree years Frank sense. The brothers came to an Jones had definitely made up his Large families seem to have been agreement before Frank wenb to mind to cast his lot with the brewart of the Joqes' tradition untu work: ery and sold out the hardware store 'rank's generation. At least Thom- / He would tart his bu ine s to True w. Jones, his younger career as a peddler. The probrother. as Jones himself had been one of ducts for hi door-to-door canthe 14 children of Pe!atiah Jones. va ing in the Portsmouth hinEven bhe constantly growing Pelatiah was a sturdy seafarer who terlands were to be furnished brewery did not take all Jones• .vas born in Wales before his father from Hiram's stock. But no time and attention. To ship his lecided to try his fortunes in fancy commissions on goods products he needed rail transporunerlca. The father died on the thus sold were to be his. tation. In 1880 the annual output >ng voyage from Wales and Young of the brewery had increasect to 'elatlah started to follow the sea 100,000 barrels and through the t an early age, He was appren1870's we can dlscover his in-tere.st ced to Captain Sheafe of Portsin railroad matters growing as outh and eventually rose to the Well. !llllnand of Ms own ship. I I I II I II 1 �, JUST TWO OF JONES' BUSINESSE -Top photo shows the old Portsmouth hoe company in which Frank Jones h eld an interest. The shoe factory was just incidental to many of the other ventures with which Jones associated himself. The lower picture Is of the old Hotel Wentworth, taken probably aroun 1 th e time Jones bought it in the Jat~ 70's or early '80's. "The Shi°p" was not yet built and the northern wing oi the hotel bad not come into exist ence. The pleasure steamboat, Gypsy, in the for eground, has long since gone its way. The pictures are from the collection of Garland w. Patch. He was the fath er of the now ab_andoned Portsmouth and D . railroad Th II ove1 t hi . e ne came into being ~ d s be_hest and was built almost nh er his immediate supervision iT e P&D . was f'manced by 600,000· n_ subscriptions, Por mouth tnbublng $300,000 and Dover, OOO. The balance it ' pe "t d can be susv e_ was put up by Frank Jones the line's first president • His personal interest i~, ~he railroa_d even extended to a tri Chicago where he bought in ~ to tember, 1873 a Howe t epcen t russ for the at Der span, _of an 1,880 foo t bridge over Pomt. That same year h b shares of Easte e_ ought 2,000 th r rn railroad stock t e me from Portland to Bosto a a cost of $205 000 th nJournal reported.' ' e Boston $~~:= In connection with th. little insight . t IS deal, a for Portsmout~n ~n1h~i.~n~nes•~ love see it gr · is ire to ow easy to obtain Th same Boston n . e the transact! ewspaper reporting Jones' on speculated that reason for the h to force the compan pre ase was O repair h Y move It~ th s ops to Portsmouth "ar . us create e!Jlployment . .,. City." · Ill w (EDITOR'S NOTE-Th is ls the third In a series or tour stories on the life or Frank Jones.) ---- By RAY A. BRIGHTON Frank Jones would have particularly enjoyed the Governors' conference at the Hotel Wentworth for its political significance in this presidential election year. . Jones acted as "a president maker m the elections of 1896 and when Bryan received the Democratic nomination for president, Jones ·'b~lted" the party. Many obs~rvers believe this to be the first step towards the present minor position of New Hampshire Democrats. It was only natural that a businessman of the 19th century should Interest himself in politics. Businessmen are still vitally concerned with politics today. Jones wide magnitude of interests in rai1roading alone made an active part in leglslation a. neces lty. His share in building the railroads of New England was greatest during the railroad wars of the anderbllts a.nd other Wall street titans. The Portsmouth brewer was a strong Democrat but such was his pt:rsonal appeal that he pulled a large contlngen b of "Jones' Republicans with him in every election. Even the vinegarish Portsmouth . Chronicle was careful In the manner of its h andling of this potent Democrat. A curious reader in the Chron,icle's back files will find in one L<SU.e of the '70s a complete story · of Jones life, published wibh all the flowery language of a VictorIan eulogy to the departed. Why the Republican-leaning Chronicle would print such a story Is explained when the reader scans the files of the Democratic Portsrr.outh Times for the same period. In a manner not too subble the Times' editor pokes fun at the Ohronicle, hinting that a horsewhipping had been in store for the Chronicle's editor If he had not made amends for previous caustic remarks. His poamcal successes are all the more amazini:- when it is realized that Jones was not a. veteran of the Civil war. In a day when participation in that conflict was almost mandatory for the holding of political office, be wa twice elected Port mouth's mayor and twice elected to Congress. Frank Jones served his first krm as mayor of Portsmouth in 1868. The day he assumed office he turned his annual salary of $500 over to the city to seb up as fund for the purchase of books for the high school. On March 11, 1868, Jones was defeated as a candidate for the state senate but he was easily reelected later 1n the year to a second term as mayor. His first inaugural address was a keynote of his political attitude. Jones constantly searched for ways to save the city money. He was outspoken in his denunciation of the heavy police depa.rtment payroll and ordered an investigation into the maintenance costs a.t the city farm. �During his second term, Jones brewery competitor paid only $2,again offered his mayoralty pay to 695. the city but added some strings to But he was dragged away from the gift. He promised to add $1,000 malt houses and brewery when in to the $500 If the ciby could raise the early months of 1896 it became $5,000 in, the next five years. \ In apparent that William Jennings 1873, by popular subscription, the Bryan would attempt to pa1'lay his offer was met and a further fund "Cross of Gold" speech into the for high school books was set up. presidency. Five years after he handed over Jones attended the Democratic the mayor's gavel he entered his convention in Chicago that June first race for Congress. Despite the and Is quoted on his return, "My fact bhat his opponent, Charles S. right hand shall wither before I Whitehouse of Rochester, was a cast a ballot for Bryan and the man with a military title, Jones other nominees · of the Chicago conven tion." · won handily. He was reelected to the 45th Throughout the campaign Jones Congress in 1877 and again dewas bitter in his attacks on Bryan feated a Civil War veteran. and just prior to the election he This time his opponent was the spent many dollars illuminating the highly popular Gen. Gilman Hotel Rockingham for a Republican Marston of Exeter. rally. When the word of Bryan's The 45th Congress found Jones pitted againso a political belief defeat finally came Jones again which was to cause his withdrawal turned the •lights on, as a means from the Democratic party within of celebration. He supported Mc20 years. He became a vigorous Kinley's re election. enemy of "free silver," one of the The country boy from Barringmajor issues of the last quarter of ton believed in sound money and the 19th century. On Jan. 30, 1878 he was recorded was willing to sacrifice his party beas voting against Richard Eland's liefs to keep silver from driving gold from the money exchanges. proposal to authorize the government to pay its bonds in silver. A personal side note to the momen tuous political issues of the day testifies to Jones' growing afd'luence. When he left Portsmouth for that session of bhe 45th ConNOTE-This Is the le.st gress, a carriage and four horses 1 In (EDITOR'S 11, series of four «tortes on the J!fe were shipped a day ahead of the of Fra.nk Jone6.) Congressman and his wife. By RAY A. BRIGHTON A short time later the Washington Post reported Jones as One of the best known memorials declining to run for the 46th In Portsmouth to Frank Jones is the Congress. To this report the Hotel Rockingham whlch was built editor of the Chronicle sneerby him into the present structure. ingly appended the comment A well-known Portsmouth attar-) "He knows better." ' ney recently recalled the years beJones was brought out of polifore Jones' death with a nostalgic tical retirement in 1880 to contest sigh and said, "You could get a for the governorship. He carried meal at · the Rockingham for a Portsmouth _in a hotly fought camdollar which could not be equalled paign against Republican Charles for $10 in any modern eating place." H. Bell by a margin of 1,327 to The Rockingham was always 1,058 but lost the election by two particularly dear to Frank Jones. thousand Odd votes. His personal In h1s boyhood, he sold his load appeal to the voters Is obvious · of charcoal to the manager of ---- a tavern on the spot and early when it Is realized that, in the state's six larger cities he received , 3,000 more votes than the Demo- ; cratic candidate of 1878. He carried the silver issue with him into the campaign and was : zealous in his support of General Hancock whom he felt would mean, a "solid Democratic Norbh as well as a solid South." Characteristic of the openly dirty campaigns of Jones' day is a Chronicle comment, Oct. 1, 1880, when it reported the formation of the "Jones Cadets of Christian Shore." "It is said," cattily remarks the Chronicle, "that no Irishman can get in." Fl'Om politics Jones turned for the next few years to his beer business which by the time of the presidential campaign of 1896 was producing 250,000 barrels annually. On his personal real estate Jones paid a tax $7,769 that year, while the Jones Brewing Co. paid $24,920. Its nearest in the 1870's he bought the building which had replaced the tavern. Many years before Jones bought It, it had been the site of the ancestral home of Woodbury Langdon. The Langdon home was destroyed by fire in 1781. A few years later it was rebuilt and In 1830 a joint stock company bought the property to establish a hotel. Again in 1870 fire struck the property and this time Frank Jones rebuilt the hotel. Within a few years -1884-fire Wt the State street structure for a fourth time. On Feb. 3, 1886 Frank Jones reopened the present hotel. No one ever knew what the rebuilding cost the brewer. He hired la.bar by the day and bought the · materials used himself. i One important outcome of the fl.re of 1884 was the creation of the Granite State Fire Insurance Co. Jones was not satisfied with the Insurance adjustment made after the fire and caused to be Introduced into f.lle New Hampshire General Court a "valued policy'' law which ls still m effect. I The law places the value of a piece of property at its Insured value in case of total loss by fire. Its passage Immediately drove fire insurance companies out of New Hampshire. During that time Granite State came Into being and underwrote ma,ny of the abandoned policies. Moreover, Jones gained ownership of the Hotel Wentworth in 1879 and built it into its present day form. The hotel was serviced from Portsmouth by privately owned boat and by & yellow, four-in-hand coach. A story is told of how Jones once called at the establishment of a local painter and asked him to take a ride with him. They went out to the Wentworth &nd Jones glanced at the hotel and said, "How much to paint it?" The artisan hemmed and hawed himself out of & contract. Jones admitted· 1ater that all the man had to do was name a price-any priceand the Job was his. Jones concern for his hotels carried even into death. In one of the provisions of his will, which is filed in Exeter, he ordered that his trus- . tees should see to the maintenance of Wentworth and the Rockingham until they could be disposed of in a favorable manner. It may not have been Frank j Jones' intention to leave monuments to himself throughout the 1 city but many of the city's buildings ' are the results of his handiwork. One ls the Middle Street Baptist church which Jones' helped remodel because of his wife's interest 1n it. His concern for the parsh!oners' welfare led to an unusual ht on Portsmouth streets of a win unday. The Baptist creed of Jone day demanded complete immersion for 'the sacrament of baptism. The coldness of Portsmouth winters In the days before central heat-. Ing was in general use added a very chilly hazard to the ceremony and to take away some of the rigours Jones ordered fires made up at his brewery on Sunday mornings. Hot water heated at the brewery WM tr11-ndled through the streets in barrels carried by beer wagons and poured Into the font in time for the baptismal ceremonies. Also the building occupied by the New Hampshire Gas and Electric Co., Congress street, was built by Jones. To make way for It a small inn located on the spot was torn down and in 1878 the corner stone of building was laid. The crumbling plle of bricks on Islington strett, near Bartlett · street, marks tlie site of Frank Jones Brewing Co. Today the successors carry on the business on the northern side of the rail- s· road tracks. Everything the man did was on the grand scale. Money was never an obstacle to gaining an objective. Another story serves to illustrate the point. He came to the decision one day that he wanted his picture taken. Photographic equipment of the time reproduced prints only the size of the negative and Jones thought the camera owned by a photographer named Nickerson was too small for the pictures he wanted. Nickerson carefully explained to the great man that larger cameras than the one he owned were available but it would not pay him to buy one for "just six pictures." "How much would such a camera cost" queried the impatient Jo~es. "One thousand dollars," replied Nickerson. Jones turned to Justin V. Hanscom his man of affairs and wno had 'been called to studio with a chec~book, ''Make out a check for $S00 to Mr. Nickerson." Then he turned to t,he photographer saying, "When you get that camera, 1.e t me know.'' .; · · · · Nickerson Insisted, "I said $1,000 L n~600, Mr. Jones." "Get a discount, don't you on the things you buy?" "Yes, but the camera you want will still cost $1,000. Jones turned on his heel after instructing Hanscom to give Nickerson $600 but the photographer prevailed on the dim· unitive Hanscom to write the check for $1,000. In due time the camera arrived and a picture of the brewer was taken. The camera is reported to be still in existence but in separate parts. Walter c. Staples owns the box and bellows and F. H. Marden has the lens. One version of the story has it that Jones had been right. The camera cost Nickerson $600. Before his death on, Oct. 2, 1902, Jones became one of the outstanding horse fanciers in New England. He not only bred horses for stable use but also developed a racing st.able of wide renown. In the early 1890's he astonished horse racing circles by paying $7,800 for Betton!ca, a fast trotter offered for sale in Cleveland. At the same sales, Jones laid out $4,700 for another horse, Medocino. But he did not content himself ' with owning horses. In addition to his own private track in the rear of the stables on, Woodbury avenue, he bought and operated a track in Dover. His home became the headquarters for New England horse breeders. Frank Jones died in his 71st year, the most powerful business f xpan In Portsmouth history. ; His influence and wealth ls best l jud~ed by the fact that for many , yea1s, Portsmouth attorneys considered themselves poorly equipped if they did not have a many-paged 1 volume listing his holdings. The man's actual worth at the time of his death has never been made public. However, in outright bequests, his wife and foster daughter, Mrs. Emma I. (Jones) Sinclair each received $100,000. The rest of the esbate--aside from other minor legacies-was tied up in a trust which was finally J dissolved after Mrs. Sinclair's death in 1918. Frank Jones was buried in the South cemetery and when Mrs. Jones died In 1913 her body was placed between those of her two husbands, Frank and Hi1'am Jones. I �,o Art Exhibit 1\ Scheduled at Jackson House A tea and art exhibit will be held at the Richard Jackson house, Northwest street, Monday from 3 to 6 pm. The house, now owned by the Society for the Preservation of_ New England Antiquities, was built In 1664 by Richard Jackson, a shipwright. It is believed that the house was constructed by carpenters employed in the J ackson shipyard just south of the h ouse on the shores of th~ North Mill pond. The dwelling is furnished with oeriod furniture some of which has been loaned by the Metropolitan Museum of Fine Arts. Features wlll include an exhibit of water colors by the Rev. Robert F. Humphreys, SSJE, of Cambridge, Mass.; oil paintings of doorways, \ houses and Portsmouth scenes by Harry M. s. Harlow of Portsmouth and an exhibit of the Portsmouth Portraits, a collection of photographic reproductions of portaits of Portsmouth people, loaned by Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, Portsmouth librarian. Tea will be served in the garden. Langdon Mansion Open to Public Beginning Friday The 164-year old Gov. J ohn Langdon mansion, Pleasant street, will be open to the public two days each week beglnru11g Friday at 2 pm. Visiting hours and days have been set as Fridays and Saturdays from 2 to 5 pm and will con<binue throughout the summer season, a historical society spokesman said today. Hostesses during the visiting hou rs will be Mrs. Sarah Gray and Mrs. Arthur Lance. The mansion was built in 1784 by the famous New Hampshire patriot who was six-times governor of the state and a leader in the Revolutionary war. ,,,.- I I \ TILL WITH U -Frank Jones' Hotel Rockingham continues In business at the same old stand and the lions were guarding the entrances 50 years ago as they do today but the trees in the foreground of the top photo have long since gone. Note the bas-reliefs of Frank Jones {right) and Woodbury Langdon {left) framed In the triangular projections of the hotel roof. The lower picture-also from the collection of Garland W. Patch-was the Portsmouth high school in Frank Jones' day. Everyone knows what it is today. �I( JONES' GRAVELLY RIDGE ESTATE-The grandeur of Frank Jones' home at the tw·n of the century can easily be seen in the top photo which shows the mansion house in the center background and the sweep of the lawns iI1 the foreground. Seven men were mowing the lawn when the picture was taken. The J,ones mansion is now an apartment house. In the lower photo a few stable hands are gathered around the door of the barn on the Jones property. At one time Jones was housing 100 head of horses at his Woodbury avenue properly and the estate was the headquarters for trotting fans from all over New England. The pictures were taken from the collection of Garland W. Patch. I ---I Warner House Group ')\.'l1 Reelects W. G. Wendell William G. Wendell was reelected rhairman of the Warner House as•·Jciatlon at a meeting last week. Other officers appointed were Mrs. Louis deRochemont, vice chairman; Mrs. Henry L. Green, honorary chairman; Mrs. Richman S. Mari;eson, secretary and Mrs. Edward T. \I. endell, treasurer. Selected as members of the board>." of managers were Mrs. Edward S. Crocker, John H . DeCourcy, Mrs. deRochei:nont, Frederick D. G ard- 1 ner, Mrs. R. C. L. Greer, Mrs. Green, Miss Mary A. Harris, Mrs. Ar thur D. Hill, Mrs. Valentine Hollingsworth. The Rev. William Safford Jones, Mrs. Dean Kalbfleisch, Mrs. George B. Lord, Mr. and Mrs. Richman S. Margeson, Ml.ss Agnes Aubin , Mrs. Charles D. Osborne, Miss Elizabeth Perkins, Mrs. Henry E. Perry, Mrs. Seth Low Pierrepont, Mrs. Spoti;wood Quinby, Mrs. Harold C. Richard, Mrs. William M. Seabury Miss Helen Soutor, Miss Rosamond Thax ter, Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan. Mrs. Henry G. Vaughan,, Judge Jeremy R Waldron, Mrs. Wallls D. Walker, Mrs. George H. Warren, Mrs. Edward T. Wendell, Mr. and Mrs. William G. Wendell and Mrs. Miles Whi te. I Honorary members of the association are Miss Frances Brooks, Mrs. William N. Kremer, Miss Sophia Caldwalader and M1·.s. Lester Harding. ----- -- - ---------~ �You're Visiting Vacationland's Gateway *** Picturesque ***Links ~ Two *** Portsmouth Famed Nature *** States standard in its school system. There The splendid examples of Colonare eight grammar school buildtimated at 19,000. Of this figure, ial and Georgian architectu-re and Gateway to vacationland! ings, well distributed from a. geomales and females a-re about many outstanding landmarks of hisThis is Portsmouth. graphic standpoint, a. modern junior equally divided and there is a toric interest still are preserved. The "doorway" to a myriad of high school building and a centralvery small colored population. The chief industries of the city lakes, streams and resort meccas ly-located senior high school. There The American-born segment 13 are the naval base and shipyard, known throughout the world, Portsabout 86% of the whole, and the where more than 100 submarines is one parochial school. mouth: really Is just a New England Within 15 miles of Portsmouth predominating nationalities of were constructed in World War II, coastline city. are located the University of forelgn-bom residents include together with: 19 other small manuHere's what makes it tick: New Hampshire at Durham, Greeks, ItaUans, Irish and a few An ocean port with a splendid facturing establishments. These 20 Phillips Exeter academy at Exindustries employ more than 5,650 harbor, Portsmouth's geographic loPolish. eter and the Atlantic Air acadcation is as picturesque and interFrequently called the "Williams- men and about 450 women, and esting as its historic background. burg of New England," Portsmouth pay wages of approximately $15,emy at Rye. It forms the main gateway to was one of the first New Hampshire 500,000 annually, with products valIn Po-rtsmouth proper there are 15 Maine, from which it is separated communities to adopt the city man- lued at $50,000,000. churches representing 13 denominaonly by the Piscataqua river and ager form of government. In addiThe manufactured products in- tions. There is a YMCA & YWCA Portsmouth harbor. tion to a city ma.nage-r, Portsmouth clude subma-rines, shoes, buttons, and a branch of the Salvation ArThe Interstate toll and Memorial ls governed by eight councilmen insulation and acoustical tile, hand my. The city has a. full quota of free bridges span "the river that and an honorary mayor. tools, -reamers, fibre board, textile girl scout troops and a District never freezes" and connect the Port chemicals, detergetns, matrix paper, Nursing association. There are 170 Last yea-r at this tll{le, the asCity with the Pine Tree State. Bostoy wheels and beverages. fraterna.l, religious, veterans, service, sessed valuation of Portsmouth was ton is 65 miles to the south and Portsmouth has an available pool civic and labor orga.nizations. Also Porlland about 50 miles to the about $25,541,120 and the tax rate of sk1lled and semi-skilled labor, two homes for the aged and the $37 per $1,000. The city has four and the community boasts of the north. public parks, which total six acres, most amicable labor-management Chase Home for Children. SeUlcd in 1623, cw Hamp· Portsmouth has an efficient fire on which no valuation is placed .. relations. Factory sites, affording shire's oldest and most picThere are eight playgrounds. and facilities for transportation by -rail, department with 17 permanent men turesque community is located one of the best municipal swimming water, air or highway, are avail- and 44 call men. Housed in one in the northern.most section of station, the department has two pools in New England. the Granite State's 16-mile scaable. automobiles, six pumpers, one aerial Incorporated in 1653 and chaT• The tota.l commercial and incoa3t and is one day's haul by Jadde-r, and a modern ambulance. tered as a city in 1849, Portsmouth dustrial units In Portsmouth train, truck, or boat, from cw The local police department combines in a happy manner the number about 817. The downYork, 275 miles southward. bas 28 permanent men and 40 historic traditions of a colorful past town section of this busy city Manchester, the state's largest special officers, with one station with the most modern concepts of houses over 375 variou types of city, is 46 miles away, and Conand three pieces of motor equip• commerce and industry. New Castle, businesses in modern stores and cord, the state capital, is 45 Rye, Gr.eenland and Newington ment. offices. miles west of Portsmouth. were o-riginally a part of PortsConnected with the Portsmouth A national ai-rline and two b-ran- telephone exchange a.-re 9,949 teleThe harbor, upon which Ports- mouth. ches of the Boston and Maine railmouth is located, contains many phones of which 7,347 are -residence In every nook and comer of road provide the Port City with phones and 2,602 in businesses. graphic inlets and bays. Scattered Portsmouth are evidences of the transportation. The eastern section over this wide area are 13 quaint The city has one daily newspaper, proud position the community of the Portland division connects The Portsmouth Herald, and one radio and attractive islands. Upon Feroccupied in the days preceding Boston through Portsmouth with nald's island is located the famous WHEB. and immediately following the Portland and all points in Maine. station, naval shipyard and submarine base. There are five hotels with a total The Concord-Portsmouth division Revolutionary war. At Fort Portsmouth's average annual temof 216 -rooms, five large guest houses, of the B and M forms a connection and three modern apartment buildConstitution, vestiges reuialn of perature of 48 degrees is higher between New Hampshire's only sea- ings. The Portsmouth hospital has a than that which prevails inland in Fort William and Mary where port and the state's chief inland tolal of 108 beds and 28 bassinets. New Hampshire. The influence of the initial act of the Revolunearby ocean water on air temperacommunities. tion occurred Dec. 14, 1774. Low The Portsmouth public lib1·ary conThe-re are slx financial instituperatures a1,1d lowe-r summer temtides at Badger's Island disclose tains a total of 56,231 volumes. \ tions, two national banks, three savperatures than prevail inland. Forty remnants of the oak ways upon Portsmouth also has an 18-hole ings banks, and one building and golf course and four modern movie inches Is the annual precipitation which the Ranger, Raleigh, Am· loan association. and the snowfall is less than at erica and many famous Clipper Portsmouth maintains a high theaters. other sections of New Hampshire. sblps were built. Portsmouth's population is es· IRemember When? :fl 1 Portsmouth Man Recalls Hampton Beach Cyclone The Fourth of July Is an anniversary for George H. KnowlP.s of Portsmouth and this morning he asked The Portsmouth Her· aid to find out if it brings baok the same memories to anyone else around here. . "Last night you people had a piece about the big twister at Hampton Beach 50 years ago. Well, I was in it," he said, "and every year at this time I start to wonder if there might be others who were in It, too." Mr. Knowles, who now lives at 273 Dennett street, was a boy of 14 when the b-rief but fatal storm struck at Hampton Beach. "I ~as scared," he said as he explamed how cyclone hit the ~hen sparsely populated area. It was a very ho.t day and I had just arrived by streetcar from Hampton Depot where I Jived It was the old Exeter to Hampton Beach line which ended up at T~.m Nudd's livery stable. We we-re all lying on the gr-ass in the shade of the barn wh~n he saw a big black cloud rollmg in over the marshes and it started to shower. Nobody thought much about it as we mo~~d into the barn to wait it out, ~ said. "Suddenly one e · barn t.wlsted off and n;. of the ed. The whole th. isappearabout lO ing lasted only m Inutes. "A popcorn stand the front yard h . was ln lnto the barn ~ en we went came out, stand ut when we gone w and man were . e never hea d happened to him ,, r what -reminisced. ' Mr. Knowles "A house just d was turned aroun~wn the street almost and th end for end t ere was a bl Im ree across the c t g e meant we had fr racks which 0 walk home." I I i r "When· . we h Head eac ed Boars we saw peopl 1 through a telesco e ooking turned yacht 0 Pe at_ an over- ·/ out. We look: out five miles glass and saw d through the clinging to .._ sbome people •ue oat Fish men were row· . eras they could ,~g out as fast but we heard se o rescue them ed It . ven were drown. was a fishing part Captain Nudd's boat " thy on a man recaUed. • e local Besides the seve ~~~~:n:thae~~ W.,~re kfile~r~:nt~d~ persons were hurt, records show. �City·Prospered On Shipping, Had Fortunntely not, nil visitors hnvr bren such ns Tohlns Lear. The grim. enrnC'st John Pnul Jonrs ~pent nrnny wrnry month~ In Portsmr,uth while his fnmrd Ranger w<t~ being built on Badger's Island. Thrn, as, todny, Portsmouth was building ' wiushlps for thl? nation. 13 t,, A wide nwl\ke New Hampshire · governor -John McL1tne - offered Portsmouth, with Its famous resort hotel Rt New Castle and the nearby navy yard, and the Russians and Jitps itccepted the bid. ,Jones put nnothcr ship In comTwo American navRI vessels, the 111l~sto11 tn I'nrtsmout h nftrr his r,c- dlspitlch boitt Dolphin and the presiploils with thr Rnni:rr, only to i;ee dential yacht Mayflower, brought A few hundred ynrds from where her turned over lo Lhr French by the representatives of the two powAmerica's governors are holding a go,·crnment thnt wns "sure there'd ers to Portsmouth. If contemporary news accounts their 40th annual conference one be no more wnrs." T'ortsmo11th ga,·r ht'r share In are to be accepted there WRS' more or the flrst settlements along the ships, men :1nrl monr,· to mnke New England coast wns established "brass" on hitnd at the yard when Aml'l'ir:i frc!' or F.nttl:uut's r111!'. 3:16 years ago by David Thomson. the vessels Rnchored thRn at Washington. Naval cannon roared & 19Jn lll':trhy New (.':,stir the fir~t It Is not difficult for !\ guest at gun salute as the plenipotentiaries hlows or the Tlr,·ol11tlon wrre the modern Hotel Wentworth to came alongside the dock. ~tnic-k fi,•c mnntln hc£ore the gaze across Little Harbor and bring i\1tho11,:h It was 11 o'clock In b:tttlr or J,r,:lnr:-lon. to his mind's eye a picture of David the mornlnr the envoys were The city wns the srnt, of the roynl Thomson building his stone house lmmcdl:ttely Invited M the where huge coastnl defense rl[lrs gov!'n1ors, whose rule I he colon Isl..~ hrr:tkf:tllt ll[llCSt!I of Rear A,lm. now raise their snouts toward the wnc q11ltr wllllng to throw ovr.r. One fnmlly of gnvrrnors- thc WrntW. '\-V. Me:td, navy yanl comdawn. mandant. On the Port~mouth Within n. few yrars the enrly srt- worths- lrft. thrlr nnmr to IJe used 11"1e, 1\ rl'glmcnt of New 11:tmptlers hnd moved farther lnlnnd lhro11gho11t !Ju-. rtt.v. Altho11gh mnny hullcllng~ In thr l!hlrc nittlonal guitrd~men sened along the Plscntaqua river to esn~ an e11cort or honor thro1111rh tablish Slrl}wbcrry Bank, as Ports- rlt.y dntr. from pre-Rrvohtflonnry t.lmrs, nonr of the cl111rrhrs wrre mouth was flrst known. the city. stnndlng whrn the Wentworlhs In great dignity itnd pomp, the . Only frn,:ml'nfa or the early were In swny. Russians and J1tps sat down to dishistory have come down to 1 The olclrst pin.cc of worship In cuss the ways 1tnd means or e. treaty. n~. The housl's hnllt 1lnrlng thosl' Portsmouth Is St. John's Episcopal Dally steam launches from the n1tverul.,• ycnr!I wl're small nnd only churrh which wn~ host, church Sun1tl ye.rd docked In front or the Wentwlndln,: lltnc!l-whkh the ncwdny to thr visit Inn- govrrnors. St. worth and ferried conferees back to comrr lo rorl!lmonlh l!I npt tn ,John's wns h11llt lo l'!')llnrr Q11rr1t's where meetings were held In a storeclrnprl. clrstroyrcl during the great bellrvr. sllll cJ1lst-leil rrom iloor l-iouse which had been converted to firr or !ROG. to itoor. -i conference chamber at a cost of Th:it fi1e stnrtecl 11e:1r the presI $15,ooo. Only one of the houses built ln rnt Athrnnrum . Congress strret The Russian delegation was heitdthe coloni?:lng period Is stlll In ex- nncl swrpt thrnne:h M:trkrt irnd Bo,~ ed by Baron Sergius deWltte, who, istence. The Jackson housc-sHII In strrrl s to lhc wnlrrfronl. clurlng the trip to the United Stlltes, the fnmlly's possesslon-wns bullt At thr ll111r of the fire or 1800 sounded a note Umt modern AmIn 1664 amt was probably typlcnl of Port s111011th \\'ns n tr,1,·11 'lf 5,000 ericans might well heed: Port.~mouth houses or the period. pop11lntto11. It wns not 1111tll 43 yrars "One must have been born In RusThe colonist.~ prospered, tnklng lntrr thnt It. hrrnmr lnrorporntt'rl ns sl11. and lived In RuRsl1t many years advantage of the forcst-lndcn hin- R rity, nrnrly tll'n h1111clrrd years afto tmderstand the soul of Russia. terlands to build ships Rnd to send trr Its cstnbll~hment as n. town Jn "Russia's customs, history and the vessels thus built on fRr rang- 1653. I mente.llty are entirely different from Ing commerclnl ventures. f'orty-slx mnyor~ nclmlnl~tratrd those of western nations." Mnny or the pet'sonal fortunes the n rrn !rs of thr rlt y from the 184!1 Most or the talking to the press amassed by 18th century Ports- lncorporntlon ctn.tr until Jan . I of was done by the Russians. The Inmout.h fnmlllc~ were founded on the this ~•rn r whrn Port.~moulh ndoptscrutable Rnd little known Japs shipping built In the port, Rnd rm rct th~ city nmnn~cr plan of governwere m11.rked laconic. It was Rusment. privateering. sia's envoys who said: Long since gone Is Portsmouth's "Rn!ISI& citn consent only to waterfront ns It WRS known to such a peace as wlll not affect • snllormen Rround the world. rJcgthe dl,:nlty or the empire. To end! and stories of the old taverns act otherwise would be fllll\1 to have been handed down and even Ru~slit llnd threaten all of Eupatriotic organizations have been rope. Europe no longer believes unable to discredit the tales of Japan's as~urances that she will Daniel Webster's prowess wlt.h a not restrict F.uropean Interests bottle. In the Fu F,a~t." 1 I' '1 Webster started lils law pr:,cThe tough little Japs said nothtfce In rO't'tsmouth nnd was ing, except for one newspaperman living- here during the fire of who offered the opinion that Japan 1813. One story ,:oes that he would concede nothing. Wl\lted to finish the round on It WM on such discord thRt the Today Russia w1mts a )Rrge bite the l1thle before 11rolng- to tnof Japan but 43 years ago within the conference sat through a month or Eight points of mutual R{lcet his rulnril home. Hotel Wentworth Wl\lls the Great meetings. n.~reement were reached but on four Bear WRS happy to escnpe 'l\'llh only The fire of 1813-the most disasn portion or 11,, tllll nlpprd by the othrrs the medlittors were poles trous In the city hlst.ory- drst.royC'd apl\rt. Nips. 3'70 buildings In the Sln.te-Court One o[ Japan's prlncl!'al points First Inklings or the coming of streets area through to the wRtcrwits the payment of reparittlons for age o[ modern Japnn and the decitl frop~, :, ,· : the cost of the war. Russia would dence of Czarist Russia became ap, · While Webster was one of the not agree. parent to the world when the two most powerful polltlclans ever to Whtie the deadlock continued, powers ended their Asiatic war at live In Portsmouth, other sons of President Theodore Roosevelt threw the signing of the Treaty or Portsthe city attained fame In political himself Into the breach. He went mouth, Sept. 5, 1905. fields. Tobias Lear was the obseover the heads or the envoy~ to Japan--0pcned to the world but quious secretary to the first presltheir rulers, the emperors or Rus50 yen.rs before-hnd smashed proud dcntr-Oeorge Washington. si!\ and Japitn. Russia t-0 her knees In a ~crle11 or Suddenly the disagreements dlsOn the occasion of Washington's land and sea battles, cllm11.xed when 1tppeared and the envoys gn.thered visit to the cit.¥ In 1'789, his carAdmlml Togo "crossed the T" on a riage, carryln11: Lear, was sent on to sign the treRty. Russian fleet. ahead while the great man followed Rns~l1t, llesplte the urgings of behind on horseback. Lear bowing a belll11rerent war party, elected and smiting usurped the plaudits of to negotiate a pl'ace and the , the multitude as the coach travelled , Unll<'d St1tte., All[rl'eil to find a / towards •Portsmouth. ~lte for th~ ronfrrrnre. Role in Historf ' I Conference Site Was Scene of. Russo-Jap Pact _ _________ ___________.!._. �.... -·- - -- t tj Houses Re·i~ect -· ... Old Historic Background PortsmoUth' s I I Oen. Fitz-John Porter fougnt m The two-story, yellow frame the Civil war and was c:ourt mar- lnally called the "Earl of Halifax h,use, with terraced gatden In tavern" and during the early part of front, was erected In 1'158 by Captlaled for leading 111s men into a trap. Many years later an Investiga- the Revolution was a meeting place tain Purcell, a wealthy merchant ·· tion was conducted and It was found for Tories. who was lost at sea. Arter his death The Thomas Bailey Aldl'lch that the general had been acting the residence was maintained as a house, 386 Court street, left, i~ boarding house by his widow and It on orders from superior of{lcers. , the boyhoo1l home of the nol!Hl He was born In this house In 1822. was here that Capt. John Paul New Eni;land author. The plain, on the left stands a three-story .Tones stayed while he supervised 11itchcd-roof structure, bulll flush the comlrncllon or his flagship, brick Colonial house, home of Dr. Nathan Parker, pastor or the South . with the slilewalk in about 1'190, the Ranger, In 1771, and the Amis furnished us he 1}(},;crihc1l It in church, Unitarian, from 1808 to erlcu In 1781-1782. , The house Is owned by the Portshis "Story of a Bad Boy." 1833. Retracing our steps and turning mouth Hi,torical society and conThe Chase house, a large white Not among the least of Portstains a valuable collection of anright onto Pleasant street we come building flush wllh the street at mouth's attractions are Its historic to the corner of Howard, Pleasant the corner of Court and Washingtiques and articles of historic slg- I houses-and It has many. nificnncc. · A listing of the most outstanding . and Washington streets. At this ton streets, was erected In 1730. The llocklngha.m hotel, State Intersection, on the left, Is the site Retumlng to om starling point In probably would Include the . Govof the printing office of Daniel Market square we cross to lhe street, marks the site of tho emor Langdon house, Pleasant Fowle, publisher of the New Hamp- Athcnaeum, a three-story nanow home of Judge Woodbury l,angstreet, built In 1784 )JY Gov. John shire Gazette, the oldest newspaper brick building designed In the don, very weallhy older brother Langdon, a leader of the Revolution tn America. Established Oct. 7, 1756, I Adam mode of the late Georgian or Gov. John Langdon. The and signer of the Declaration of Inlwu,c hun1c,I in 111'15 but the dependence; the boyhood home or 1 th·e Gazette now Is published as a style of architecture. weekly pictorial and news 1·evlew The building now houses the priColoni.il dining room was 111·cThomas Balley Aldrich, Court section or The Portamoulh Herald, vate library and col\ectlon of the ;crvcd as part of the present street; the John Paul Jones house, Gov. John Wentworth, U1e Proprietors of the Porl~-inouth Athcorner or Middle and State streets; hold. enaum, a co1·porate society organizlast royal governor of the proand the oldest of them all, the JackThe Whipple house stands 9n the · ed to maintain a reading room. vince of New Hampshire, ln son house, built In 1664. Walking west on Congresa street, north corner of State and Chestnut I 1'169 built the right wing of the But let us start at Market we come to the Cutter house, 15-1 ~trccls. This two-story hip-roofed Wentworth Home for Aged Peosquare, the hub o{ Portsmouth, and Congress street, at the corner of , - ple, corner of l'leasant and tour the tree-lined streets to view Middle street. the graceful architecture of yesterWentworth streets on the right. house was the home for many This simple lined Georgian Col- years of Col. William Whipple, colyears. The Rollins house, a three-story In Market square, at the cor- 1 frame house built in 1790, ls at 444 onial building of thre~ stortes, own- lector or customs of the Port of ed and recently renovated by Gov. Portsmouth. It was built prior to ner of Pleasant a nd Congress Pleasant street. streets, we find the Nor th Let's stroll left on Marcy street Charles M. Dale, was built In 1750 1752. church, Congregational. Succesand turn right onto Hunking street. 1 by Charles Treadwell . The house The Whitcomb house at northsor to the first church (1'11 2), The plain Georgian Colonial later became the property of Dr. west corner of State and Fleet Amos R. Cutter, whose widow, as the church as lt stands now was house at 51 Hunking Is the birthstreets, was the home of Molly Pitwife of S en. Clement Storer, here , man to whom Gov. Benning Wentrebuilt ln 1854, place or Tobias Lear, who br.came entertained President James Mun- ; worth proposed marriage In 1767. Proceeding along Pleasant street, private secretary to George washpa~t State and Court streets, we 1ngton and the tutor of his two ~tep- roe. Mistress Molly was engaged to and Continuing along the street, come to the Governor Langdon children. General Washington himlater married another suitor. The now Islini;ton street, we sec the house, 143 Pleasant street, left. The self vll,ited here in 1789. Indignant governor had the young lluckminster house, 2 l .,ling tun house, flanked qn ~lther side by a Turning left from Hunking stn•et bridegroom seized by a press gang strcel. Built In 1720 by Daniel brick guard house, ls the property onto Mechanic street we com<! to and held for seven years. \Varner, this hon,e has of the New Hampshire Historical the Wentworth-Gardiner house at The house later was used as an stories, five hays am! a i;:unbrcl society. 140 Mechanic street. This house was lee cream parlor and Is referred to roof pierced hy five dunner winAcross the street stands the South built between 1720 and 1760 by in a "Story of a Bad Boy" as "Whitdows. Ii Is uow used as a funeral parish parsonage, a Georgian Col- Madame Mark Hunking Wentwm-th comb's," a place where the boys onlal building erected In 1749 by as a wedding present for her son, home. went for Ice cream. Portsmouth senior high school Is The YWCA building, at the norththe Rev. Samuel Langdon, chaplain Thomas. at the selge of Louisburg ln 1745. The Point of Graves, at the cor- ' Oil the left. east corner of Fleet and State Tlll'nlng left from Islington street At the rear are the original stables ner of Mechanic and Marcy streets, streets, Is the old Davenport house. on Summer street and le{t from with: the horse stalls Intact. ' dates back In 1672. The small, two-story Geo1·glan ColSummer onto Middle street we come At 179 Pleasant, on the left, ls the The Liberty flag110le, at 151 onial dwelling was built In 1758 by Mark Wentworth house, another exl\larcy street, to the right, stands Mrs. Charles Treadwell for her son. ample of Georgian Colonial arch!on the site of the orii;·inal 1.lhIt was used as Governor Oilman's to the Larkin house at 180 M1cldle \ tecture, built In 1784 by Captain erty 11ole erected Jan. 9, 1'7G6, to headquarters when attack was anstreet, an Imposing U1n,e -,tory Thompson, commander of the early hold the flag wllh the motto ticipated during the War of 1812. mansion I.milt in 1815 by Samuel V'arshlp, the Raleigh. "Liberty, 1•ro11erty and No The South church, Unitarian, Larkin. ' , .. A dark 12-panel door with the Stamp." stands at the corner of State The Langley Boardman house, at 1 nd original brass knocker a door continuing along Marcy street. and Church streets on the right. plate Is a notewor thY feature of we come to the Orncle house, with 153 Middle street, a three-story This, Is the third el)lflce of the brick strnnclnre, was built In 1850 the Jacob Wendell house. at 214 parish aml was built In 1824-26 Pleasant street on the right. The Its gamb1·el room, wnlch was built In by Langley Boardman, o. ca!Jinet by Jonathan Folsom of Exeter. house was built In 1789 QY Jeremiah 1750. It was moved In 1800 and maker who later became a state again to Its pre&-ent location In 1937. A l'aul nevere bell hangs In the councilor and senator. Hill. It was the home of Richard Wibard, heavy square bell turrent of the Haymarket square, formed by the I\ Haven park, at Pleasant and a member of His Majesty's Council. granite structure with the tm~ Edwards streets, marks th e site On the oppositi! corner of Marcy union of Middle and Court streets, 11o~ing classic portico. of the home of Edward Parry and Court streets is the former ; was the site of a haymarket In 1755 Crossing Pleasant street and conwho was involved in the "Portshome of Capt. Thomas Shaw, cap- when the effigies . of Lord Blute, tinuing down Stale street, we find mouth tea party" of 17'14. ln th e taln of the privateer Thomas. The George Meserve and the devil were hung because of lhe stump tax. the Episcopal chapel on the right. center of the park is an equeshouse was built about 1760. The Pierce mansion at HaymarErected In 1832 by John Fisher trlan statue of Gen. Fitz-John Turning left from Marcy onto Sheafe, this small building Is dePorter, erected In 1901. Court street we come lo the old ket square is a square woorlen signed ln the style of the Greek Re-1 At 34 Livermore street, to the state house, 429 Court street. This house of three stories with four tall viva\ with a Doric portico. For right off Pleasant street, ls the Gen- old building contains one end of the chimneys and a beautiful doorway. many years It was the chapel of St. eral Porter house, built In 1735 by original state house, all that Is left It is considered one of the finest John's church and Is now its parish Matthew Livermore when he came or an historic edifice erected in examples ot Georgian urchitecturr. Turning from Haymarket sq ua re, house. to Portsmouth as a school te~c_h~~- \ 1758. The Pitt tavern, corner of Court we see the John P aul Jones hou~e at and Atkinson streets, left, was orig- I.he corner of Middle and Stale streets. Here's aGuide To Traditional· r;': \ Points ot Interest I �From tWs balcony the Declaration of Independence was read in 1776 and from the same place Washington addressed the people of Portsmouth in 1789. Turning right from Deer street onto Vaughan street, along Maplewood avenue to Northwest street we find near the corner the oldest house in Portsmou th, the Jackson house, built in 1664 by Richard Jackson. The owner conducted hh shiphuiJding business In his front yard. The house, which contains one completely panelled room, ls furnished with many authentic antiques from the Metropolitan Museum of Fine Arts . The wide floor boards, exposed beams and ~ THE WAR ER no E-Next door to City Hall here, the Warner* hou e was built in 1718. Benjamin Franklin installed it lightning rods, I THE 1'OBIAS LEAR HOUSE-George Washington slept here a visit to Tobias Lear, his personal secretary, in 1789, Turning left from State onto Chapel street we find tbe Warner house on the northwest corner of Chapel and Daniels streets. This ls the oldest brick house In Portsmouth. It was built In 1718 at the cost of 6,000 pounds by Captain McPhaedrls, a native of Scotland and a member of the King's Council. Benjamin Franklin Installed the lightning rods and the bricks were imported from Holland. St. John's church, Episcopal, on the right of Chapel street, was erected In 1807. It replaced the "Queen's chapel," built In 1732 I in honor of Queen Caroline. The church has a beautiful interior with many articles of hlstorlc Interest. Many Colonial governors are buried in the graveyard beside ' the church. Walklng on, we turn left from Chapel street to Bow and right from Bdw onto Market street. The Moffatt-Ladd house, Market street, left, has a beautiful exterior and an equally beautiful Interior. It was bul!t In 1763 by Ca.pt. John Moffatt, a wealthy merchant, ns a marriage gift for his ~on, Samuel. Turning left onto Deer street from Market we come to the Deer tavern at 25 Deer street. Tht5· hcm~e and that on the western side, with the date "1705" on the chimney, were 1 built by John Newmarket, who wife was a sister of Sir William Pepper/ rel! of Louisburg fame. In 1814, the Rice house, at 93 Deer street, was the scene of a "calico party" when women relatives and . friends of Capt. William Rice were l invited to help themselves from bales of calico captured by his pri1 vateers from English merchantmen. The house at 107 Deer street has an iron balcony over the door which was taken from the old state house when it was moved from Market •rriuare. j large fireplaces are noteworthy features. The house was handed down through generations, father to son, until 1930. It now is owned by the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities. Retracing our steps along Maplewood avenue, we come to the Old North burial ground, 1753, where are burled 21 known soldiers of the Revolution, including Gov. John Langdon, a signer of the Constitution, and Geri. William Whipple, signer of the Declaration of Independence. Continuing back along Vaughan street we see the Assembly house, corner of Vaughan and Raltt's court, right. The small house marked with a bronze tablet is all that remains of the old Assembly house where the elite once held forth In all the splendor of their day. While attending a ball held here in his honor, Washington declared it to be one of the most beautiful halls In the United States. Originally the house was 41 by 60 feet. In 1838 the upper story was cut down and the hallway removed t-0 make space for Raltt's court and the house was divided Into two sections. Although many of these building need repairs, memories of the yesI teryears linger with them. �Portsmouth's Athenaeum 'Repository of Books'\ - "A repository of books • • • to* which' the professional man and the statesman may resort for occasional information." That's a description of Portsmouth's Athenaeum - one of the most unusual institutions in this seacoast city of 20,000-wrltten by a scholar of the year 1819. It still applies. I The word athenaeum comes from the Temple of Athene in ancient Athens, where professors instructed their students and orators and poets rehearsed their compositions. The offical connotation of Athenaeum is a building or institution in which books, periodicals and newspapers are provided: Or more simply: A library. But the old red-brick building on Market square goes beyond that. In Portsmouth, it is almost a legend. The Athenaeum here got its start in 1750 as a "quasi-public library." It was organized by a group of "gentlemen" with a small collection of books who set up a lottery to help funds to support the embryonic idea. It eventually dissolved, but the work and interest of those men is believed to have been th'e foundation for the eventual establishment of a library here. Interest in such a project was rejuvenated in December of 1816 when a "reading room" was organized with 60 subscriptions. Membership cost $6 a year. Among the leading periodicals available in the library then we r e s u ch strange-sounding publications as "Panoplist," "Literary Pano1·ama," "Analectic Magazine," and "\Valsh's SemiAnnual Register." Interest in the organization increased and a short while later a committee was formed to ask the Legislature for authority to incorporate under the name of Portsmouth Athenaeum. A bill to that effect was passed June 20, 1817. At first the new corporation had trouble raising funds and it was decided that ownership should be determined by purchase of shares of capital stock at a par value of $50. The stock eventually was limited to 100 shares. In 1824, however, the price per share went up to $85. In 1832 to $90 and to $100 in 1835. The present building was purchased in 1823, just before the stock began increasing in value. P4.rchasers of It were among the prominent families of Portsmouth and the stock has been handed down from generation to generation until today when Portsmouth's leadIng citizens still comprise its membership. A REPOSITORY OF KNOWLEDGE-That's still a fitting title for Portsmouth's Athenaeum, above, even though it was written in the 1800's. The legendary local institution is located on Market square. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Besides books ancl peliodicals, the Athenaeum contains a large · collection of early-American curios and other items of interest contributed by members who travelled the globe as sea-captains and merchant princes. Regularly The Portsmouth Herald will ca.rry a notice on the election of Athenaeum officers. But little other news emanates from the dignified Market square structure. It is a quiet place standing here as a reservoir of "occasional information." N.H. Coastline OfJ~r~ Variety in Sports and Work _Roaring beach fires, sizzling lobsters steaming with succulent clams in wet seaweed, potatoes baking on hot stones, slices of sweet fish, spicy dressing, corn, hot dogs, kegs o! beer. That's picnic style along New Hampshire's short seacoast. Merry vacationers, placid natives all relax as they chomp the famous seaside foods to the tune of breaking waves. Brilliant blue skies, glistening water, vivid sunsets and luminous moonlight form the backdrop for the state's traditional pastime-going to the beach for a clambake. Although New Hampshire's coastline is onty 18 miles long, it has some of the finest sandy beaches in the country. Broken at intervals by craggy rocks where waves spray high, the coastllne provides a scenic beauty unsurpassed In th·e country. ] New Castle, Rye Beach, Hampton Beach, Seabrook-each has its own characteristic beauty and appeal. Perhaps the most widely known section is Hampton Beach, summer mecca of thousands from all over the world. Easily accessible by air, sea, highway or rail, the famed resort now is crowded with vacationers who mass on the long sandy beach for long hour3 of sunning, invigorating swims or strolls in and out of the brightly ilt shops, game halls, the dance pavilion or the_a ter. Young and old alike sway to the rhythms poured out during the nightly band concerts and everyone gasps happily at the weekly fireworks displays rocket through the sky. This one resort is valued at $3,238,358 by the State Planning and -Development commission and New Hampshire has expended large sums to develop and preserve the area. . A long seawall and boardwalk now is complete. A $100,000 bathhouse has been constructed on the state reservation at the lower end of the beach. This year the state -hopes to build a large swimming pool as an added attraction for vacationers. Tennis and shuffleboard courts have been installed. Extensive parking lots help solve the heavy traffic problem. Almost all the dwelling"' alon~ the seacoast are summer homes. They range from rougq campstyle cottages to palatial estates such as those studding the rocky ledges at Little Boar's Heae.. One of the most unusual there is the crescent-shaped mansion of former Gov. Alan T. Fuller of Massachusetts. Large golf courses are kept busy in the summer and special tournaments are featured at the Wentworth, Abenaqui and Portsmouth courses. Horseback riding, although not extensive, is also a summer pas' time along fihe colorful wooded 1 roads of the area. Tennis tournaments, early evening baseball games, yacht races ip the Portsmouth harbor and along 1 the coast, swimming meets, deep sea . fishing and motoring are favorites. , _V acationers spend long after- I~ l noons and evenings idling their ' autos along the winding country roads, gazing at the quaint New England towns dotting the countryside-North Hampton, with its quiet millstream and inspiring little Episcopallan chapel; New Castle, the little-changed, solemn village of twisting lanes; Exeter, sedate acad\!my town; Durham, home of the -large University of New Hampshire; rambling Newington, Greenland, Madbury, Newfields, Rollinsford, Stratham; Newmarket, busy little manufacturing center. Portsmouth and Dover are the two cities of the region. Both are old in history, modern in activity. �About 11 miles off the shore are the Isles of Shoals. Site of the first landing of Capt. Mlle:i Standish and ho.me of the country's first fishermen-old Gosport, on Star island-will he reconstructed by the Star Island corporation which owns the bland. Unitarians and Congregationalists hold summer conferences there, filling the many co ttages as well as the rambling hotel. Motor launches shuttle many visitors who spend afternoons cllmblng the smooth rocks gazing landwards to view the long range of White mountains visInland from Portsmou th ls Great bay, large, glittering stretch of water, popular in winter with smelt Jlshermen and busy in summer wlth boating enthusiasts, hook and line experts and Picnickers. Many summer cottages as well as large estates ring the shores. The increasingly complicated' traffic problem of the coastal sect.Ion soon will be eased by a proposed high-speed highway reaching from the Massachusetts line to Maine's new toll road. As th e summer draws nearer, Inquiries about the ·vacation facilities of the seacoast region are pouring into the office of the Seacoast Re- I glonal Development association. Lett~rs from Africa, Peru, Iraq, British Colombia, Belgium-from the world over-are in the dally mailbag of the association which / devotes its time and effort to promoting the local region. _,__ I ____ ______ Gazettet Oldest Paper In U. S.t Still Carries On "Th~ Oldest Newsp~per ·in America" is the distinction of The New [ Hampshire Gazette, which is still continued in weekly publication as a / Isupplemental part of The Portsmouth ~erald. 1 ~ The Gazette was founded Oct. 7, '\ In the intervening years, The Ga1756-two decades before the Amer- zette has been known by many mix- 1 F. W. Hartford died in 1938 and !can colonies went to war against tures of its original name but it al- I editorship of The Herald and The 1 Great Britain to win thei r !ndeways remained essentially the same I Gazette was assumed by his son, pendence as a nation-and through- paper. J. D. Haxtford. Under the latter's out the 192 years of i.ts existence From the 1700's un til well after direction, The Herald has grown the paper has remained a fearless the turn of the 20th century, Ports- into a paper of 9,000 circulation covand resolute exponent of the spirit mouth was the home of countless ering an extensive part of southwhich characterized the time of its newspapers which came Into being :I eastern New Hampshire and southbeginning. from time to time. Most of them eastern Maine. And bo every HerIt survived the "great difficulty" lasted for only a limited period and ald subscriber each Saturday goes of military threats against its city of others disappeared in a gradual pro- The New Hampshire Gazette-the publication in 1775 with the loss of cess of absorption by one publica- oldest newspaper in America. only one issue and withstood the tion or another. Outside of The GaAlthough comparatively small in b!her feeling which was directed zette, the only survivor today is The size, The Herald knows no liznitaagainst it when the paper under- Portsmouth Herald, established tion.s of scope in its attention to took to present a communica.tion Sept. 23, 1886. local, national and international afcontainlng an attack on indepenOwnership of all Portsmouth fairs. Its role as a critic on the dence during the tense and widepublic scene is aggressive and, at newspapers extant was centralized spread agitation for that cause. times, almost rampaging. by the late F. W. Hartford According to .the most authentic by 1925. He acquired The Herald in Never has the paper hesitated accounts available, T he Gazette 1891 and a few years later The to plunge headlong into the presumably was suspended with that Portsmouth Chronicle and New most controversial matters afissue--Jan. 9, 1776-and the pub- 1 fecting the people's interests. Hampshire Gazette. lisher, Daniel Fowle, was summoned But The Herald is not a belliHe continued to publlsh the by the New Hampshire House of gerent foe bent on seeking a Chronicle until 1925, when that Representatives to "appear and give · fight; rather, it governs itself' paper was suspended, but recogan account of the author of said and its policies as a serious, nizing the historical value of piece, and further to answer for his thoughtful, independent organ The Gazette, Mr. Hartford reprinting of said piece." of the public, speaking for those tained its separate identity and whose voices might not be so Outcome of that hearing is carried it on, for many years as well heard. not recorded, but The Gazette's an individual publication. It laThe paper's credo is expressed by suspension was short-lived. Only ter became a supplement of The the adOPted statement of the late a few months later the paper Herald, Joseph Puntzer: "Always fight for was back in publication; first progress a nd reform, never toleunder a new owner, but soon rate injustice or corruption, fight after resumption it was back in the hands of the determined Mr. Fowle. I I - demagogues o! all parties. never belong to any party, always remain devoted to the public welfare, never be satisfied with merely printing news, always be drastically independent, never be afraid to attack wrong, whether by predatory plutocracy or predatory pov- erty." - - - - -- - - -- - - - -- -- - - - - - - -- �• First Shot of · Revolution Fired 1n New Castle ·patriots Began Freedom's Fight By Ralding Fort The :first shot of t he Revolutionary war was fired right about where you're standmg, Governor. It was Dec. 14, 1774-almost 174 years ago-and th e man who let go with that musket ball was either a resident of Portsmouth, New Castle or nearby Rye. Not very prominent In history books is the story about the group of 400 citizens who stormed Fort William and Mary in New Castle in 1774, but they did it exactly four months before a Concord, Mass., farmer fired "the shot heard 'round the world." The bloodless attack-no one was injured-followed by a day the arrival here of Paul Revere with the announcement that exportation of arms to America had been banned by the king of Eng'land and his council. "BANG"-And it wa.s the first shot of the Revolutionary war fired at Fort William and Mary, above, now within the walls of Fort Constitution in New Castle. (Portsmouth Herald photo) \ Portsmouth Tradition Lives in Scotland * * * °1 L/ *** ***Lifeboats for Supplyi g Coastal Country Honors Wendell Scion The purpose of the attack. Capture of arms and ammunition stored by "Red Coats" stationed at the fort. Leading the attack were John Langdon, one of New Hampshire's The Old Testament says, "They foremost patriots and six times govLhat go down to the sea in ships ernor of the state, and Capt. ... " and implies that such a calling Thomas P ickering. is tradi t!onal. Traditional it is for a member of I A party from Portsmouth included a dis tinguished Portsmouth family about 200 men who embarked from whose great, great grandfather help ~ere in gondolas and waded ashore ed John P aul J ones outfit the R angnear the fort to meet a band of about 200 from New Castle and Rye. er and who today is honored In Considered an act of treason, the Scotland for h er aid to life-saving rebell!on n etted approximately 110 barrels of powder which later W!'S sent to John Sullivan, a. delegate ti> the Constitutional Congress, with a letter, consigning it to his custody, The king's colors were low(2) If they were jailed there was ered at the fort and later the no jury t hat would try them. next day another group of citi(3) There were too many rebels in zens, although warned that they the first place, would be punished tf the InsurThe rebellion was more or less rection continued, carried away quelled on Dec. 1'7 when Eng• 16 cannons and about 60 mus• land's armed ship Chanceau ar• kets from the fort. rived In Piscataqua harbor and Royal governor of the area. then the Scarborough sailed In on was John Wentworth whose council the 19th. was in almost continuous session The powder, however, was in Durover the t rouble. h am and from there was transportFollowing the second attack, ed to Charlestown In charge of more men began arriving from Massachusetts officials directing the neighboring settlements and proceeded to throw cannons from the revolutionary cause. Part of it was used at the Battle fort-about 70-into the river along with planks and logs they tore from of Bunker HIil. Governor Wentworth labeled the the structure. Governor Wentworth was repcrt- local insurrection "in open hostll1ty ed In panic and feared pcssible sei- and direct oppugnation to his Mazure of the custom house and the jesty's Government and in the most atrocious Contempt of h1s Crown Provincial Treasury. He complained that he and his and dignity." The ruins of Fort WIiliam and council were powerless because: (1) If the rebels were captured Mary stlll are located in New Castle there wa.s no jail to use In holding - within the walls of Fort Constitution. them. I at sea. The Duke of Montrose, chairman In 1777, when John Paul Jones of the Scottish council, presented fretted in Portsmouth for tha·ee months trying to muster a crew and the parchment to the former P hilsupplies for his American fighting ippa w en de11, described by the Galship, one J ohn Wendell, a promin - loway News as the "greatly respecent Portsmouth merchant, came to t ed and popular lady of the I Stewartry." the admiral's aid. John Wendell somehow found I The lifeboat institution , under Lady Galloway's leadership, has foodstuffs and other supplies so nec- contributed an av erage of 800 pounds a year to lifeboat construcessary to a fighting ship. tion and maintenan ce. Eighty n ew Today, bis great, great grandlifeboats, at an approximate cost of daughter performs a similar 20,000 pounds apiece, were conwork. Her title is Countess of structed and launched through pubGalloway. She is the former lic subscription, the Galloway News Philippa Fen d a 11 Wendell, reports. daughter of the late Mr. and The lifeboa t service is a guardian J\Irs. Jacob Wendell of Ports of the English and Scottish coasts. mouth, and a cousin of William The Duke of Montrose, accordG. Wendell of 222 Pleasant street. When she was six years old, Philing to the Galloway News, assur ed ippa Wendell left the United States the Lady of Galloway that •:he_ad~, for England with her mother. She quarters was deeply ~ppre~i8/tive has lived in Great Britain ever of the institution's fmanc1al lift since. to the life-guarding service. In 1924, Philippa Wendell married In the Wendell family, that's Sir Randolph Algernon Ronald -become tradition. Lady Gallo~ay, Stewart, and became thereby the has among her prized possessions Countess of Galloway. Her husband an original Jetter from John Paul is the 12th Earl of Galloway and a "ones to h er gi·eat, great grand· baronet of Scotland. ~ather, John Wendell, thanking him She h as two childr en, a son, Lord for his help in getting the Ranger Garlies, and a daughter, married under way in her fight for fr eedom . last year to Sir Mark Dalrymple, baronet. A recent issue of the Galloway News describes the presentation of a parchment certificate to Lady Galloway ·for her services as president of the New Gallo- I way, Scotland, "Royal National Life Boat institution." �For a Schoolhouse-40 Pounds **Building Survives * ** 200 o.i1-0 /d *York *** Years It's a little noticed one-story building-almost a shack-Just a step from a busy thoroughfere. Yet it has seen two centuries of York history and m:my generations of Yorkers have passed through the doorway enroute to a world of the three R's, and the hickory stick. It was not the first Jchool building in York. Like the other early colonJst-s, the inhabitants of York gave their attention to educaUon at an early date. However, it is the oldest surviving schoolhou e in the Malne community. It came into being when the town meeting in 1745 voted: ''That such of the inhabitants of the town as are disposed have liberty hereby granted them to build a New Schoolbousr wlth- • I THREE R'S TILL ECHO-Old York school still stands. in t~o miles of Lewis Bane's / the students had from a standpoint Dwellmg Boose u~?" their own of wear. The page of print was covcosts and charges. ered by a transparent sheet of horn, It wa-s not _that the town fathers and fastened firmly with a brass refused to build a school house. In blndlng so that nothing could break. the pounds years 1726 and construction 1727 ~hey voted 40 for it-s out 1 Paper was very scarce in those days. of town tax monies. But with typical and tradltlonal Yankee -shrewdness, the voters stipulated the 40 pounds "be laid out towards finishing the New Meeting House, which may be improved as a School House." Finally, the irate parents of the 1 day, without auspices of a ParentTeacher association, managed to wangle 22 pounds, 13 shillings and four pence for the completJon of the school near the home Of Lewis Bane. But that was In 1755, 10 years after the original approval for a school building. old school Is of crude batThesturdy ~onstructlon. Its beams were hand hewn and the wide boards for the walls split out of huge logs. To the rugged timbers and the strong workmanship, the little York school owes Jts existence after more than 200 years. No discussion of such an old school can be complete without mentioning the master. That dignJtarY-and he was a dignitary in a colonial communitY-re-celved the princely sum of eight pounds a year. The first master In the York school was Lewis Banes. Dominle Banes did not confine his activities to teaching but was probably one of the few men In the community llterate enough to draw deeds, wills and other legal documents. The master kept his school in session from 8 am to 11 and from 1 to 5 pm. Any townsman, from s to so, was likely to be his pupil. Books were not easlly come by and the one in most frequent usage was called "The Battledore." A flap protected It from wear. A horn book, a rare Item in early Maine ls now on display in the school.' It wa-s the most practical book ' Arithmetic was taught orally for the most part and most of the pu1 pUs never saw a printed arithmetic book until the middle of the 19th century. The horn book ha~. the phabet, the numbers, the sounds and the Lord's prayer on its front page. I al: Also unlike modern times, the girls of the colonial day were not considerl"d worth the time to educate. The arduous work of the frontier housewife demanded au the assistance that could be found and girls "would be getting married pretty quick any way why give them book 50 le-arnlng?" Entering the school today, the eye of the visitor might be first caught by the stone step immediately outside the entrance. A board gutter overhead is held in place by two forked stick braces. The roof ls covered by hand hewn "shakes" which were made by sawing blocks of wood and then splitting them too the right thickness to be used as shingles. Once inside the doorway and In the quiet stillness of the school room-now restored to its former fittings and furnishings-the visitor seems to have stepped back two centuries In time. There is no echo today of the monotonous hum of recitations or the occasional swish of the hickory rod on the shoulders of some miscreant. However, little imagination is needed to picture Schoolmaster Lewis Banes behind his bench, peering over the small spectacles of the day as some barefoot lad recited the alphabet. I 1 �Portsmouth High Music Students Enter Festival np, 5 Eleven Portsmouth high school mu.sic students will leave Wednes~ day for South Portland, Me., for a four-day intensive rehearsal schedule which will culminate Saturday with the annual New England festival conceit by the allNew England chorus, orchestra and band. This concert, given by nearly 500 of the highly selected instrumentalists and vocalists from all over New England, is considered one of the outstanding musical events of the year. Those from Portsmouth selected by the conductors and managers of the three organizations are Bar- · bara Dockum, soprano; Ann Badger, alto, and Roland Rivias, bass, for the chorus Iris Butler, . alto saxophone ; Ronald Dunton, tenor saxophone ; and J ames Gallagher, baritone horn, for the band. Fred Dunn and Richard Schmigle, violinists; Phyllis Sanderson, clarinetist; Charles Davidson, French horn, and Richard Grant, drums, for the orchestra. 0 ~chQol Boa rd ~fl,l 3 To Meet Tonight Election of teachers for 1948-49 will be one of the major items of business before the Portsmouth board of education tonight when it holds its April meeting at city hall. Also scheduled to come before the board at its 7:30 meeting is the report of a committee which has been investigating the retirement system for local teachers and the state retirement plan. Local· TeachefS'4 Must Contribute To Pension Plan Portsmouth teachers must participate in a state retirement plan or the city will not contribute to their future pensions, tlle board of education ruled last night. The policy was laid down-with reservation to make exceptionsafter the board heard that under existing practices it ls possible for a teacher to receive excessive pensions by getting payments from both state and municipal sources. Also it was pointed out that the retfrement plan requirement would result in a financial saving for the city since teachers would be contributing toward their own pensions, The board heard lively discussion over the issue of permiting the distribution of Gideon society Testaments in the city's schools. The petition was turned down after the Rev. Chester W. Parmley, pastor of the Advent Christian church had urged its approval as a means of "combatting Communism.'( Opposition to the request was led by Dr. William Safford, Three Portsmouth area . res 1dents were among officers elected at the Jones who argued, "Placing the 34th annual convention f th N 0 Bibles in the schools is an e ew Hampshire Congress of Parents and Teachers at Plymouth yesterday. entering wedge for other propaganda." Chosen were Schools Supt. Roy1· He deplored what he termed the G11lmore of Hampton, fourth vice "religious illiteracy" p re v a 1 en t amQng school children but said he president; Mrs. D. Perry Smith of did not believe improvements would Newfields, sixth vice president; and be made by distributing Bibles. Mrs. Paul Hobbs of North Hampton He further explained that the treasurer. ' King James version· of the Bibleused by Protestant sects-would not Mrs. Richman s. Margeson ·of An_ official from the Federal be acceptable to those who hold Portsmouth, who served as state Housm~ ~uthority will meet with other religious beliefs. t?e buildmg committees from the "Under such a plan, you would secretary for two years, was suecit~ council and the board of eduexpose those who don't hold with ceeded by ·Mrs. John Cotton of cat10n Wednesday afternoon to disthe King James Bible to ridicule Rochester. M1·s. Margeson was cuss possible transfer of Wentworth when they re use to accept the free named chairman of the life A:cres a nd Sherburne schools to the ci ty. ' copies. That is not the sort of thing membership and arts ancl crafts we want in our schools," he deBuilt as part of the emergency clared. committees for a two-year term, war t ime housi ng projects the Chairman John E. Seybolt . A life membership in the organschools are staffed by ~it~-paid contended that Portsmouth izat!on was presented to Mrs . BenJa· . teachers a nd maintained at ·t expense. c1 Y schools should "steer a middle mm Kendrigan of Newmarket. course" and leave religion out Many Portsmouth area ParentThe government has informed loof •the school program. Teacher associations were presented cal authorities that it wishes to disMeanwhile, the board devoted the with gold seals for 1947-48 accompo~e of the schools as part of 'its lilarger part of a lengthy meeting to plishments. ~~~at1on program for fe deral h ousa discussion of the new pe9s1on polThey included the F arragu t , Ha'ic Recently the town of Kittery pury. ven, Lafayette, New Franklin Sh A hypothetical examptwas given I burne and Whipple, all of 'Po/r: / chased the $300,000 Frisbee ·school for $2~,oon, plus $12,500 for the land of the present pens! system moutJh, Epping, Hampton N~ where{n a teacher rece ving $3,000 Castle, Newfields North H ' t w I on which it sits. in liis \ast year of teachlpg could re- Seabrook, Strath~m and Ne~~P ton, / tire Qn an allowance Qf ,500 grant· ------g on. ed by tlie board and ty council, (ti.A{ plus annual payments rom either of the state retirement plans, if a l~ member. Mrs. William McKenna was inThe board's new policy wm perstalled president of the Farragut mit a teacher with 30 years service Parent-Teacher association at a A meeting last night in the school. o-\> 2.1 ~ e on -not ~ore than half of Mrs. Howard Lee of Portsmouth his annual salary. _ Piscataqua district PTA president' was installing officer. · ' The purchase by the city of Other officers installed were Mrs. the Wentworth Acres and SherDonald Munday, vice president, and A joint conference of city council burne schools was moved a, step Mrs. Evelyn Smith, secretary-treasand school board building commitnearer reality when the 'board urer. tees with Washington representaMiss Rosmerld Boyan reported on authorized its special building tives of the Federal Housing author~ the recent state PTA convention ity is planned for Tuesday to discommittee to meet with repreheld in Plymouth at which the Farcuss possible purchase of the Wentsentatives of the city council ragut group was awarded a gold seal worth Acres and Sherburne schools for discussion of the situation. for its procedure book. by the city, Miss Edith Austin, school principal Both buildings are still owned by School Supt. Raymond I. Beal despresented Mrs. Lee a bouquet of the federal government, although cribed the proposed meeting as "a flow ers and Mrs. Winifred Renner the city uses . them. dickering session.'' retiring president, a past president'; The superintendent estimated the The 134 teachers, principals and pin. headmasters now in the school combined value of the schools at Mrs. McKenna, chairman of the $250,000. Separately, he set a figure system were reelected to their poannual lawn fete scheduled for June sitions on the recommendation of of $150,000 on the Acres 14-room 2, reported on plans for the affair. the elementary and high school building and $100,000 tor the 7-room School children will present a proSherburne structure. committees. School Supt. Raygr am during the evening. While the superintendent would mond I. Beal was also returned to Refreshments were served by / ' not estimate the possible cost of the his post. teachers and PTA officers under the , purchase, he did point out tihat Kitchailmansh!p of Mrs. Renner. In other business, the board I tery had paid $25,000 for the Frisvoted to: bee school, or ·less than 10% of its Pay bills toballng $8,390. valuation. Notify the teachE!rs that raises 1 under the salary schedule would Approve use of the junior high be dependent upon the approval school June 4 by the Parents Music of the budget by the city council. File a letter from Commissioner club; June 19-20, by a dancing of Education Edgar Fuller urging school; and the Sher,burne school, April 21 by the Sherburne Civic support of federal aid to schools. association. File a letter from the Lafayette Extend the board's sympathy to 1 Parent-Teachers association . apthe !family of the late Mathew J .. '. proving night football. Jacques. Adopt a school calendar for next Elect-for the second time th!s year whic:11 provides an opening year-Mr, Seybolt chairman. date of Sept, 8 and school closing Include t,he boilers in the school June 24, buildings under a blanket insurance nolicv m:onosed bY the city mana.ger. Local Area Residents Win Stat:· A Posts PT Acres, Sherburne School Purchas~ Under Study Here Farragut PTA Installs Officers City Executives Purchase Of Two Schools I Ponder ------- �Bid on Order Packed Crowd Hears Council In Long Session A bid or $22,000 for the Sherburne school was authorlzed by the city ' council Inst night and blddlng for . the Wentworth Acres school was delayed pending further investigation. While the council was deferring action on the Acres school, lt learned the federal government plans to proceed wlth the sale of the Wrntworth Acres housing 1 roject ns "a one package" den!. Sumner K. Wiley, area director for the Public Housing :ulministratlon, informed the counril hy letter the Acres would be of fered !or public sale In the nrar future, Prolonged discussion of the possible purchase of the two school buildings was heard by more thnn 100 persons who overcrowded the cramped facilities of the <:ouncll chamber. The decision to pmchase the Sherburne school at 20 % of its original co.st v.·ns one o! the frw matter.s not referred by the council to non-exlstenb council committees, Councilman Mary C. Dondero took shai,p issue with MayorCouncilman Cecil M. Neal over the committee matter after Councilman Thomas H. Simes had asked when a lan'Cls and bu1Jdlng committee would be appointed. \Vhen the l\'.layor replied, "I don't know," Mrs. Dondero said ahe could not understand how the council was expected to function without commltters. She contended that "we have been meeting for nearly six months now and I know I haven't been callccl on for any nch kind of special ~enlre." Mayor Neal 51\id he questlont>d the legality o! comrnlbtees tmder the new- c,harter but City Solicitor Samuel Levy ruled there was no conflict between the charter and the rules adopted by the council, whieh call !or i;everal working commlbtees. The presiding officer then remarked, "Then I will proceed with the appointments In due course." The Hvely note thus struck early in the meeting did not hold, however, through the !our-hour session. burne.SchOO cresSale Se • I Later Councllman Dondero spiked an attempt to immediately approve water service for residents of the Wentworth road district by pointing out that several other areas have been requesting water service for years without success. She salcl lhn t she felt that "poor epople" were enlltlrcJ to ronslclC'r:ttlcm as well as sonlf' of the "more outstancling citizens" who live along the WC'ntworlh roncl. Her comments followcc' n hearIng given by the counrl! to Atty. Harold M. Smith, Jurlgr Jeremy R. Waldron, Maj. James B . Smith and John H. Greenaway who appeared on behalf of the po tential domestic and two commercial users 0 ! city water. When they concluded their pleas for wn tcr scrvicr, Comkllman Richman S. Margeson moved thnt the $29,000 projecb be approved Immediately, althou[l'h the cou ncl! had previously deferred action on a petition for water along Elwyn road until after a public hearing. On the suggest.ion o! Councllrnan Simes, all requests for water service were referred to another yetto-bc-named committee for lnvestlgatlon. During the disc115sion on the school J10u5cs, Co1111cllman Frank E. Paterson recommencled a bid or S14,000 for the Anes b11ildl11,:". The figure r('prrsrnt<i 10% of the building's origlnnl cost. lie said the council's special committee felt that the prohlrms of sewage disposnl and access to the property le.;scnecl the value of the building to the city. Councllman Simes asked that the matter be rt>ferred to the city sollcltor for investigation of possl ble legal entanglement,s. He polnted out that the school ls controlled hy one federal ogenry whl!e the utilities at the Acres are ln the hancls o! another. Mr. Levy urgrd that before a bid Is made that the co1111rll fintl out I! the utility controlling ngrncy would come to an ngrremrnt wltJ1 the city for contin11ect S!'rvlct>. 'I11c coundl hnd clrfen I rd a motion by Mrs. Dondero thnt action on both bulldlnr,s bP. tabled until "we know where the money ls comIng from." While moot or the meelfng went by ln quiet order, 1t cln.~h between two of the counrllmr11 clcvrlnprd at bbe out.~ct over a qur,.;tlon o! commercial sign.~. Mr. Pat-er.son movrd thn t a .sign ~y\l•(/ I petillon from Leo V. Demarais of ~ 43 State street be referred to City Manager Edward C. Peterson. Mrs. Dondero rose to a point of correction, however, and suggested thab the "usual procedure" was to put the matter In the h:mds of Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn. "'Veil, the street superintendent works for the city manager, doesn't he?" l\Ir. Paterson countered . "That may be so," Mrs. Dondero replied, "but sometimes I think the city manager is working for the superintendent of streets." A request from F. L. Sargent or 546 Middle street to purchase city- owned land. A claim from Albert Tomkins of Boston for a tire and tube reported a.s damaged against ·a State street curbing. A petition from A. H. Trueman to purchase city-owned land on Swett avenue. A petition from J. Crain, a sailor, to purchase clby-owned land. Bids for wrecking the old Jones pumping station. In other business the city council voted to: Grant sign petitions from Dorothea F. Dixon, 73 Congress street; Freeman B. Tully, 119 Vaughan street; N. H. Gas & Electric Co., ab Bow street; Methodist church, Miller avenue, and G. Mawby, 103 Vaughan street. AJpprove pole licenses for the N. E. Telephone and Telegraph Co. and the N. H. Gas & Electric Co. Permit tag days for the Veterans of Foreign Wars, May 22; the American Legion, May 22; and the Small Animals Shelter league, Aug. After the discussion, It was agreed to refer the petition to the street superintendent "in conjunction" with the city manager. A recommendation from the planning board to reject a petition from s. Gordon Task for rezoning the Spinney road area from single to general residence was accepted. In his letter the planning board's secretary, Maurice T. Witmer, said: "The planning board recommends 7. to the council that the petition be denied on the basis that there is an Instruct thertnayor and city manobjection from property owners ager to investigate the James M . within the specified area, and also Cole circus before allowing it to that the board feels that surroundplay in Portsmouth, June 22. Ing areas Involved would be affecApprove a peddler's license for ted, through devaluation of the Dominick J. Peluso of 429 Cutt.s property..." Mr. Witmer urged that Mr. Task avenue, subject to city marshal's report. submit a definite plan containing the specific covenants with the govFile a communication from Leo J. Bronzettl. ernment if he wished reconsideration of his petition. Grant a photographer's license to Edward W. Johnson. City Manager Edward C. Peterson Allow Mrs. A. Capone to use the reported that complete furnishing South ward room for a private of the comfort station would cost party. the city $4,350 and he added that Table a petition from A. J. Wat$11,000 was stllI due the Frankin! son requesting permission to erect a company for Its construction. refreshment stand at the Pierce isHe recommended that the comfort station financing be referred to land swimming pool. Appropriate $400 for Memorial a finance committee tor report. Councilman Dondero moved to day. / Flle reports from the plumbing adopt his recommendation. The council voted a $40 weekly / Inspector, fire chief and city marsnlary to Francis T. Malloy, Com- shal. munity Center director, and also 1 Install a fire alarm box near the npprovccl pnymrnt of $760 In back . Infolla property on Peverley Hill road. salary, retroactive to Dec. 20. The action was taken after City / Accept an offer of $1,063 from the Solicitor Levy spoke "as a private Plscataqua Savings bank for the citizen" to say that Mr. Malloy de- redemption o! tax-seized property. Extend a sewer on Myrtle avenue. 1;erves the salary· for his work in Hold public hearings at the next "keeping the boys of this city o!I meeting on taxi rates and on an the streets." However, Mr. Paterson urged that ordinance appropriating parking Mr. Malloy, who Is also a school meter funds. Refer to the plannlng board an teacher a city recreation director, be retained only on a "week-to-week" amended building petition !rom the basis In the Community Center Job. Socony-Vacuum Oil Co. Instruct the city manager and Matters referred to the councll committees were: street superintendent to Investigate Bills from Ralph Hall and Co. a petition for water service submitand Gardner Witham. ted by 32 Greenland residents. I �Portsmouth IHigh , Al~fflni Pension Dispute Nam~"Slate Tomorrov,,.· Enlivens Meeting • I Of School Board Ieather To Get I. -. I, I $1,500 ay~~~ l'- After Slim Vote This is how the board voted to defeat the amendment: Marion M. Badger, no; Mr. Durgin, yes; Pearl S. Gray, yes; Dr. Jones, no; Ralph A. Lizio, no; Mrs. Miriam K. Margeson, yes; John C. Shaw, no; Dr. Cornelia B. Walker, no; Mr. \Vhalley, yes, and Mr. Wilder, no. Officers for 1948-'19 will be se- mouth Legion· quintet at the meetlected tomorrow night art the an- ing tomorrow, . The Leglonnali·es nual meeting of the Portsmouth won the first h_a l_f or_' 'the league High School Alumni association in last winter and took the pl.a yoff from WFML . · . • · the high school, according to PresiMembers of tl,a association are dent Lewis R. McNeil!. mged to attend the session toThe nominating committee morrow • night and new members has name!). John E. Hersey for president, Paul Holland, vice also will be accepted . ... president; Eileen Dondero, secretary, and Frank E. Donclern, treasurer. The committee ,~•4 named Katherine Flanagan, 1 Eleanor Kelleher, George Pridham, John McDonough, John Mrs. Horace V. St. Lawrence was Tilley and President McNeill to elected president of .the Whipple the executive committee for the Parent-Teacher association last next year. Edward J. Neville has been ap- , night at a meeting at the school. pointed to the athletic council for j Other officers elected were Mrs. three years. Robert Eaton, vice president; Mrs. President McNei!l said today Bradford S. Goodwin, secretary, and that he will present the Alumni John McDonough, treasurer. basketball league's trophy to ManAppointed to the executive board ager J{lck Hersey of the Ports-\ were Mrs. Robert Hayes. Joseph Corner, Samuel Kol!kof, Mrs. Donald Ross and Miss Julia Butler, Guest speakers were Miss Laura Haines, local executive director of the Young Women's Christian as-1 ,' sociation, and Herbert P. Warry, el{ecutive secretary of the Young Men's Christian association here introduced by Dr. William Far~ rington, program chairman. Both Miss Haines and Mr. Warry stressed the need for leaders of y work. Mrs. Ha yes ·reported on the recent state PTA convention at Plymouth and said the convention emphasized sch o o 1 education, health, world understanding and parent and family understanding as four "areas" which neect complete parent-tea cJ1er effort. The New Castle Parent-Teacher association procedure book was on display. It was one of bwo highly lauded at the state convention. Mrs. Samuel Kollkof was appointed general chairman of the lawn fete June 2. ,Whipple PTA i Elects Officers u · Mr. Whalley then demanded a A sharp challenge of a commit·tee's verbal ballot on the original morecommendations on a pension for a tion. It was a,pproved with exactly high school teacher split Ports- the same vote. mouth's school board in two factions The matter was dropped · after last nig'ht and kept it that way : Mr. Whalley grumbled: . even after two votes were taken · "I think we're going agalns·t all on the contested matter. precedent." Holding their May meeting In Members of bhe board accepted city hall, members of the school a report recommending a contraot board heM"d James E. Whalley "ques- for reflooring corridors In the juntion , the M"ithmetic of a motion by ior high school for $6,675 be awarthe board's . higih school committee. ded to Elliott's of Lawrence, Mass. In the commltitee's monthly re- , At the same time, a report was i port-given by Dr. W!lliam Safford given on a meeting of the school Jones,-it was ·proposed that the board's special building committee , board grant the retirement request and the city council's commitbee I of William E. Travis of 75 Park with Alfred Walker of the Federal : street, a high school teacher. Housing authority to discuss possi- ' The committee recommended ble city purchase of Sherburne and Mr. Travis receive $1,500 a year Wentworth schools. -half his last salary-with $800 Dr. Walker gave' an informal coming from state retirement report on · a recent meeting of funds and the remainder from the city. the Portsmouth Medical soc~ty After Dr. Jones' motion that the during which a proposed in· report-including a note that . an crease in school physical e·x amapplication for an Annie Fields fund ations was discussed. Dr. Walker scholarship had been turned down said all members of the society for· lack of funds-be accepted by were willing to cooperate. the board, Mr. Whalley said: Superintendent Beal said he ex' "I question the arithmetic that pected improvement in the local says the amount due is $1,500 school employment situation. because he (Mr. Travis) only He also said he had contacted a served 22 years." teacher who used to teach here and Stowe Wilder thereupon in"wants to come back." terjected: "The arithmetic is correct, "She's a good teacher," Mr_ Beal you probably aren't referring to said. the rules." Mrs. Margeson, however, strongly , l't.r. Whalley said under the recently declared: 1 revised pension system Mr. Travis "She is not a good teacher. Portswas entitled only to $1,100 a year · and John C. Durgin agreed. I mouth people did not like her." The discussion ended there. ' Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal · Board members agreed to send a asserted he did not want to interfere with the board but explained letter to Dr. Thomas MacFarland, "before the meeting a month ago osteopathic P'hyscian, for the work It was possible for_. a teacher to re- he did for student athletes. It was tire on, OP.!! .,l:lalf .. a~Jary after 30 reported that the High School Athyears and •on' , proportionate sum letic association has a balance of after serving 15 years." · $600 in its treasury after April exUnder the new regulations, Mr. penditures. Beal pointed out, Mr. Travis is enAt the same time the board: titled to $1,100 "including state aid, Received two letters-one from but t,he committee has granted more the Graflort club and the other because he applied for retirement from the Women's Society for Chrisbefore the regulation change." tian Service of the Methodist Dr. Jones again moved the re- church-going on record in opport be accepted and it was sec- position to night football games. I onded by Mr. Wilder. .&ppointed Mr. Wilder chairman , Mr. Whalley, however, asked to of a committee to investigate the ' amend the motion In t!hait the re- school board's workmen's compen- 1 tirement figure would be changed sation obligations. from . $1,500 to $1,000 • . Mr. Durgin . seconded. I b ~pproved . use of vari ous school u1 dmgs anct properties b ' l l organ· t" J oca . iza wns. Approved dis tribution In the schoob of 4-H club booster calendars, Authorfaed_ Mr. Bea) to investigate the poss1b1!1ty of conductin o· , adult ~riving course during" t~1; ~unune1 und er the auspices of the school department. I - ----- I ' �New Franklin PTA Installs Officers t~~t New officers ol Franklin Parent-Teadher association were Installed last night at a. meeting In the school. Mrs. Howard Lee, Piscataqua. PTA district president, was Installing o!!lcer. Perley Armitage was Inducted as president; Harry Sawyer, first vice president; Leland Davis, second vice president; Mrs. Harry MacLeod, secretary, and Mrs. Peter Yastek, treasurer. Miss Alice Jefford , Mrs. Adelbert Ashley, Mrs. Albert Belisle, Mrs. Theodore Blood and Mrs. Leland Davis are members of the e ecutive board. City Man ager Edward C. Peterson told of h is experiences while stationed wllih the U. s. army In Korea. He exhblted many souvenirs from that country. Miss Jeffords reported on the recent state PTA meeting held in Plymouth. pleted for the lawn fete June 10. The attendance banner was won by the fourth grade. Refreshments were served by sixth grade mo thers under the direction or Mrs. Dean Mapes and Mrs. Philip Blaisdell. Final arrangements were com- -------- Edward J. Shea Heads Sherburne PTA Again Edward J. Shea was reelectedlf<---------- and ins talled president of llhe Sher- / burne Parent-Teacher association I at a mee ting last night in the school. Mrs. Alton W. Seavey of North Conway, president of the New Hamp.shire Congress of Parents and , Teachers, was installing officer. Portsmouth high s~hool began its Other officers reelected were commencement activities with a Miss Margaret I. impson, secba.ocalaureate service last night in retary; l\Irs. Ru ell E. Bennett, the Norllh. church, Congregational. treasurer, and \'V. Coleman I Tlhe Rev. Frederick M. Meek, Pearson, first director. D.D., pastor of the Old South Robert M. Metzger was elected church, Boston, delivered the bacvice president a nd Mrs. Metzger, calaureate address. second director. The Rev. John N. Feaster, pasbor Mrs. Seavey spoke on "Pre-School of the North church, conducted the Mem bership" advocating that a. service assisted by the Rev. Robert meeting of pre- ~ctiool children, parH. Dunn, rector of St. John's ents and teachers be h eld in the church, Epi.scopal. classroom before school starts thus introducing- the child to the school's Bradford Mooney and Jo !h n location and his future surroundSmith, class marshals, led the 209 ings and affording parents and senfors to pews in the center of the teachers the oppor tunity to meet church. and cooperate. The annual class banque~ will be The state president commendE'd held Tuesday and Thurs day night the g roup foi• its original idea of will be graduation in the junior having teachers In their r ooms for high school auditori um. conferences with parents before PTA The commencement ball and remeetings open. ception will be held Friday night- in During the business meeting the the school gymnasium. association voted to sponsor a. Clare Tree Major production of "Hansel and Gretel'' next year. It also was voted to buy bars for past presidents' pins. Recipients are Mrs. Harry Thompson and Mr. Shea, who holds his pin for pre vious PTA work. A sum of money was appropriated Thirteen youngsters at the sento replace necessary kitchen equipior high school are hoping their ment, number wlll be lucky tomorrow Annual reports were read and Mr. when they take driving course exShea. reported on the state PTA aminations from Ohle! Motor Veconvention held in Plymoulln. A hlcle Inspector Kennard E. Goldsmith. radio was pr ented to the fifth grade clas room purchased from The successful candldabes will be proceeds of traveling baskets. awarded diplomas by the motor vehicle oflicia.l. The diplomas will Special guests were Mrs. Howard permit them to apply for driving Lee, Piscataqua district PTA president; Mrs. William E. Travis, past licenses at any time within the state president, and Herman C. next 10 months without further Twombly, past state PTA auditor. examination, School Supt. Raymond Refreshments were served under I . Beal said today. I the chairmanship of Mrs. Metzger. Meanwhile, persons who have a.p- i The attendance banner was a.warded plied for instruction in the adult to the kindergarten. driving course to be given during the summer by Instructor Kenneth Day, are requested to be at the senior high schCX,1, Room 4, at 7:30 Wednesday night for preliminary organization of the course Portsmouth High' Begins Graduaf on With Baccalaureate I Driver's Course Exam Scheduled For 13 Pupils I AWARDS-Ralph Atwe!J, commander of Frank E. Booma post, Amer'can Legion, right, presents Nell Schlot with a Legion good citizenship ,ward. Mr. chlot accepted the prize for his daughter who Is in England. Peter Eldridge, center, won the boy's award. Eighth ) Grade Students :t , , ? Honored by Legion Here . Eighth grade student.s Peter Eldridge, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Eldridge of Plains avenue, and Gall Schiot, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nell Schiot of 82 Wiblrd street received American Legion a.wards for "honor, courage, scholarship, leadership and service" at Memorial day exercises yesterday at Portsmouth Junior High school. School Clinics h"' Scheduled Here A schedule of clinics for youngsters starting their first school year next fall has been announced by the Portsmou th schpol department. The first of the pre-school clinics will be held Friday at the New Franklin school from 1 :30 to 4 pm. Clinics at the other schools will be held as follows: Farragut, June 1; Whipple June 4; Sherburne, June 7; Lafayette, June 8; Haven, June 9; W~ntworth, June 10; Atlantic Heights, Jun e 11. School department officials urged parents to h ave childre,n vaccinated before attending a clinic and added if parent-s were unable to bring th~ child to a clinic when held in their own school district, they should g:) to a nother school. j Miss Sch1ot's father accepted the prize for his daughter, who is enroute to England to spend the summer. Maj. Richman Marge.son NHNG was guest speaker at the e~ercises.' The program also Included the reading of General Logan's order ?fo. 11 by Irvin Taube, the Gettysburg Address by Ruth Blakney and selections by the high school band. Other guests present were Past Comdr. Charles Black of Frank E. Boorna. post, American Legion, Commander Ralph Atwell o! the Legion, who presented the legion awards and Atty. Ralph McCarthy. Following the exercises the high school band led a. march to Pierce island. 1 I �Sunday Baccalaureate School Board Studies Insurance Opens Graduation Week For Teachers 1r}\ Graduation exercises for 209 Portsmouth high school seniors will begin with baccalaureate services Sunday night in the North church and end the following Friday with a class reception and dance at the Jun! hi h 11Chool. o, or g Band, Samuel Borwlck, Jacqueline Campbell, Louise Hartley, Carolyn Hughes, Barbara Pinkham, John Scott, Joan Sullivan, Frances Singer, Marilyn Trider. Choir and glee club, Dorothy Anderson, Ursula Birt, Flora. Brown. ing, Beatrice Benson, Jacqueline Campbell, Ann Dares, Barbara Dockum, Ruth Drake, Margaret Davis, Thomas Gray, Barbara Ham Louise Hartley, John Jacobsmeyer'. Carol Levy, Roger Littlefield, Eugenia Lontlne, Catherine Pullos Florence O'Brien, Benjamin Or~ cutt, June R and, Roland Rivals Ph_yll!s Sanderson, Marjorie Smart'. Elizabeth Smith, Ann S oderstrom Joan Sullivan, Lorraine Swift, J ea~ Strout, Caroline Smiley, Marilyn Tri:der, Bertha Trafton, Florence Warry, Lois Webber, Martha Wehbe, Kiki Zaharoolis. Band and orchestra, Ann Badger, Frances Beals, Rebecca Bennett Iris Butler, Keith Campbell, Jo~ Carroll, Norma Chick, Ann Crompton, Christine Crowell, Alice Curran, Byron Cyr, Jerome Driscoll, Fred Dunn, Ronald Dunton, Alice Fournier, Edwin Frobisher, Alice Ferrelll, Shirley Glass, M!lton Gersh, Jacqueline Gamester, Rich- An insure.nee program to protect Portsmouth teachers from la.w suits resulting from a.ccldents to their Principal speaker at the opening students wa.s pla.ced in tlh~ ha.nd.s affa1r wll1 be the Rev. Frederick M. of an Investigating committee last Meek of Old South church, Boston. night by the school boa.rd. Meanwhlle, seniors w!l1 parAt the same time, the boa.rd acticipate in class day exercises cepted without d!scU&ion a proand a banquet Tuesday night gram of workmen's compeneat!on at the junior hlgh school and the insurance which will cover all commencement itself on Thursday night in the jun.lor blgh school board employes in the event auditorium. of accidents connected with their The diplomas wll1 be presented to jObs. Sophompres Anita Lamie and Board member Ralph Lizlo had the graduating cla.ss by Mayor Cecil Paul Amoruso were presented cerraised the question of the teachers' M. Neal. The Rev. William Safford tificates cum la.ude for high acorea protection In case of a.ocldent to a. Jones, a member o! the school board in · natlona.l competitive Latin exwill accept the class gift from cla~ aminations at an award assembly student. president, Thomas F .• Gray, on be- held this morning in the PortsSchool Supt. Raymond I, Beal half of the school department. mouth high school auditorium. explained that 35 teachers now The Wilder plaque, awarded on Diploma certificates of membercarry special llabllit:, policies a ha.sis of scholarshi p and a thletic ship In the National Latin Honor whlch they finance themselves. abl11ty, and the presentation of the society were awarded to 12 other Mr. Llz!o uried that the deHaven medals for excellence in students, Francea Beals, Pa u 1 partment pay the premiums on various academic courses is a,lso Hughes, Margaret King, Patricia these policies but the board descheduled for gradua tion, night . McDonough, F.stelle Pepin, Gerard Grant, Jane Gray, Lura Guptill, clined to take Immediate ac• The clas., officers in addition to maine Quirk, Marilyn Sherman, Adele Goodman, Inez Hirshberg, tlon on the matter. the president are Joan L. Bright - George Goudreau, Justine Colllton, Bette Hamel, Marjorie Jones, MarStowe Wilder waa named to hea.d man, vice president; Shirley N. garet King, Arthur Levitt, Ann the Investigating committee with Harnllton, secretary; John C. Rear- Elsie Lorenz, Robert Maloney and Malloy, Br adfOlrd Mooney, Anita the power to appoint four Midi- don, treasurer; and William P. I Benjamin Orcutt. Danforth Foundation Leadership \ Mooney, Warren Muchemore, Estelle tional members. The committee Is O'Brien, business m anager. I awards were won by Joan BrightPepin, Joan Reinhart, Richard to report at the September meetSchool Supt. Raymond I. Beal I man and John Jacobsmeyer. Schmigle, Marilyn Sherman, Jonas ing. said today that he did not yet know The faculty named Robert The board voted a. shUt in bound- who would make the awards on Smith, Ellsworth Task, Margaret Kecy, a junior, winner of the ary lines for the Lafayette school behalf of the school board. Taccetta. Plscataqua Fish and G me condistrict to the superhighway which 6erva.tlon award. He will spend \ Oholr and glee club, Marjorie wll1 transfer several kindergarten Traditional class day festivities a week at Bearbrook State park Anderson, Nancy Andrews, Jeanne and firs t grade pupils to the Sher- will begin wit.ti a banquet at 6:30 in Allentown. Arsenault, Ann Badger, Iris Butler, burne school. pm Tuesday and will be followed Other awards include complete Beverly Brooks, Keith Campbell, Miss Deborah stone of the Whip- by the · reading of tbe class will, theory test, Joyce Dow, Jeannette Ann Cromp ton, Bernice Cotter, ple school was promoted to a school prophecy and g!ft.15. Fracassi, Katina Savramis, Alice James Cotter, Margot Carter Jerprlnclpalship to replace Miss Elsa Testators to the will Include JacThunberg, resigned. Miss stone will quelyn Campbell, Gloria Watson, Fournier, Patricia Dostie, Geraldine ' ome Driscoll, Fred Dunn, 'Carol Dore, Alike Economou, Cynthia be assigned t o a school a.t a. later Beatrice Benson and David Gold- Paganelli, Joan and June Caldwell, Patricia Felker. I Fulls, Alice Fournier, Richard Gedate, the superintendent said. Albert berg. l Gregg typing test awards, Joyce nestreti, Patrice Gonyer Anne GilDlnlak of the high school was The class prophets a.re Marlon li Dow, Allee Fournier, Pauline Hall !is, Adele Goodman, ~ Hayden, granted a year's leave of absence. Marden, John Scott, Jacqueline and Carolyn Galley. Inez Hirshberg, Mary Hartnett, The board then went Into execu- Bisset and Carol Levy. Competent typist awards, Kath- Margareb Hartnett, Barbara Harttive session. Six seniors will take part In the In other business the board voted presentation of class gifts. They leen Frothingham, Lois Weibber, son, William Hamel, Willis Howe, · Mary Hering, Marie L!ngl\am, R uth , L1~cllle Jette, Lucy Jones, Margaret to: are Louise Hartley, Priscilla VolkConlon, Laurella Bridges, Mary Lou · K m,g, Robert Kecy, Alice Knope, Pay bills totalling $4,282. mann, Florence O'Brien, Joyce Wor1 Ks.thryn La.Bua, Ann Malloy, BradCrowell. Engage Miss Barbara W!lley of den, Preston Garrett and Paul DrisF irst year typist, Alice Cun-an, ! ford Mooney, Warren Muchem ore, New Ca.stle as a primary teacher. Carol Levy, Phyllis Sanderson, I Edna Noyes, Beverly Nokes. Joseph Allow Parent-Teacher organlza• coll. Tuesday morning the seniors J osephine Bellucci, Joan Bright- Poroveochio, Suzanne Ouellette, tions in the various districts to deal will take part in the annual man , Sidney Alkins, Bet ty Gowen, Sylvia Ouellette, Lois Ross, J oan with commercial photographers de• ritual of • planting the ivy at Barbara Hegarty, Alberta Lalan- Reinh art, Richa rd Schmigle, Marisiring to ' take class pictures. the high school building. The cette, Barbar a Saunders, Dirck lyn Sh erman, P aul Slawson, GorGrant use of Alumni field one senior president will present A.rmitage, J ulia Croteau, Mertie don Smart, Web.ster Stickney Arm night a week to the national guard the spade to the junior class Gibson, Robert Goodsell, Lucille Schirmer, Ellsworth Task 'Ma.rfor drill purposes. president for the Ulle of the Approve use of the Haven, New Jette, Gloria Woolfson. garet Taccetta, J une Wea;e Ann Class of 1949. Franklin, Farragut, Lafayette and Certificates of participation in j W~on, Shirley Wilson, B~ara Committees for the · class day Sherburne playgrounds and baseBates college debating league com- Wiggin, J ean Whibe. exercises consist of Edward Macrelli ments to the recreation commlss!o:1. and Patricia Quirk, decorations, petition were presen ted to Iris ButGrant use of t he Sherburne school and Joan Brightman, Ph(yll!s Sanler, Shirley Ham!lton, Irene H eavfor a piano recital, June 19, and to ner, Gloria Woolfson. derson and Paul Driscoll, talent. the Sherburne Civic association, Competent typing awards to beJune 16. ginners, Edna Cruz, Mary Moore, Channing Philbr!c;:k, Joan Sullivan, Anne Robinson, Carol Pickering, Shirley Ha nscom, Beverly Brooks, Shirl ey Thorndike, Marvel Brown. P ins for music: Orchestra., Marjorie Amee, J oan Brightman, John J acobsmeyer, Phyllis Sanderson, Marjorie Smart. Two Sophomores Win Cum Laude Awards in Lati'n I I I 1-------------- �25 WE MADE IT!-Portsmouth high school seniors, members of Arthur K. Day's driving class, were awarded driving course "diplomas" yesterday by Chief Motor Vehicle Inspector Kennard E. Goldsmith at the high school. They successfully a state examination. Kikf Zaharoolis, Jacquelynpassed Campbell anddriving Lorraine Fournier. Left to right, are Inspector Goldsmith, Mr; Day, Senior High Girls Win Driver's Diplomas i Fifteen senior girls at Portsmouth*' Hlgh school earned their driver'o licenses yesterday. The students, members of Arth•n· K. Day's driving class, were awarded . -('•I diplomas by Chief Motor Vehicle Inspector Kennard E. Goldsmith. The diplomas entitle them to apply for driver's licenses at any time within the next 10 months without The Wilder plaque, awarded annually to a member of the senior class further examination. with top scholastic and athletic honors, was presented to William P. Mr. Day's class, which meets 3 O'Brien, Jr., at Portsmouth high school graduation exercises last night in times weekly, is divided into two the Junior high school auditorium. types of driving study; Class discussions and tests are held More than 800 parents, relatives regularly, and each student ls given and friends attended. Elsa. M. Lorenz received hon-1 a two-hour weekly driving test orable mention for outstanding O'Brien, son of Mr. and Mrs. through half the school year. work in Latin for three years, William P. O'Brien of 45 Melbourne The extra-curricular course ls and John J. Amoruso and John street, was business manager o! the part of a state-Wide cooperative senior class. H. Jacobsmeyer, Jr., received measure conducted by the New similar recognition for work in Silver and bronze medals were won Hampshire motor vehicle departscience. by eight other seniors for outstandment In eleven high schools. Dualing scholastic achievement for three controlled automobiles are Used. Thirty-one _seniors, including 10 Th e c ass g!ft• Presented bY Class/ years. A double silver medal for boys Awarded diplomas were Barbara and 21 girls, received member1 excellence in science went to VirBennett, Jean Bosen, Ruth Brooks, ship In the National Honor society: President Thomas ~- Gray, was ginia A. Long, and Arlene F. Beatf;y John J . Amoruso, Dirck w. Armitage, $100, to be used to finance ~ Mary Buckley, Jacquelyn Campbell, Margaret Davis, Marll:vn Geiman, , was awarded a similar medal for Arlene F. Beatty, Antoinette P. Bel-1 stallation of a public address sysLorraine Fournier, Eugenia Lontlne, 1 three years' excellent work in com- lucci, Jacquelin B. Bisset, George I tern in the high school. The gift merce and science. Frances Singer, Marjorie Smart, E. Breton, Joan L. Brightman, Ruth i/ was accepted by the Rev. William Joan Sulllvan, Marilyn Tride!', Silver medals for e cellence A. Conlon, Barbara E. Dockum, 1s. Jones, member of the board of fn mathematics, Latin and SpanEllen Watkins and Kikl Zaharoolis. Ruth M. Drake, Paul J. Driscoll, 1 education. ish were won by Thomas F. :homas F. H. Gray, Shirley N. Myrtle HamBoard Member John E. eyGray, Benjamin L. Orcutt, Jr., i1ton, John Jacobsmeyer, and El ie 1\1. Lorenz, respectively. L. Kimball, Carol Levy, Marie E. bolt, who presented the award Three bronze medals for general Lingham, Virginia A. Long, Elsie M. and medals, lauded John C. Lorenz, Robert J. Maloney, Sally A. excellence went to Alice H. Fournier, Reardon, who has attained perAlfred P. Amoruso and Marilyn Moseley, BenJamin L. Orcutt, PhylSherman. lis M. Sanderson, Marjorie A. fect attendance in school for 12 years. Fifteen girls and four boys receiv- Smart, Joseph E. Stella, Joan E. ·ed honorable mention for attaining SulUvan, Paul J. Thorpe, Priscilla Mayor Cecil M. Neal and Headan average of 90 or better: Joan L. Volkmann, Florence E. Warry, Joyce master E. Bliss Marriner conferred Brightman and Elsie M. Lorenz, Worden and Kiki Zaharoolis. diplomas on 209 graduat~. The Twelve members of the Junior three years; Ann M. Crompton, Norhigh school band and glee club, f magene Gillespie, Irene L. Heavner class were also admitted to the sounder the direction of David Kushand Eleanor C. Murray, two years; ciety: Ann Badger, Ann M. Crompious offered several selections Joyce W. Connors, Paul F. Hughes, ton, Bart Dalla.Mura, Alice H. · th 'ughout the program. The exMargaret I. King, Anita M. Lamie, Fournier, Normagene G i 11 esp i e, ercises closed with the graduating Patricia A. McDonough, Estelle R. Robert P. Kecy, Ronald N. Lavasclass singing the class ode, written Pepin, Dorothy G. Pesaresi, Ger- seur, John B. Mooney, Nancy J. by Flora M. Browning and Joan L. maine L. Quirk, Remo H. Rlclputl Parkhurst, Lois P. Ross, Frank R. Brightman. and Richard Schmigle. Scarito and John P. Smith. High School Graduates 209~ Presents Awards I �City Ownership Of Sherburne J School Expected The city was a step nearer ownership o! Sherburne school today as local officials studied an agreement of sale prepared by the government to complete the transactions at a cost of $21,200. City Manager Edward C. Peterson said the agreement called for onesixth of the purchase price as a , down payment and five equal yearly installments. When the final payment Is made in 1954, the city will take possession of the deeds to the property. ' The purchase price Is approximately ZO% of the cost to the government for building the schoolhouse during the war. Meanwhile, the status of the Wentworth Acres school building was still uncertain. The city has offered $14,400-10% of its construction cost-and the bid is now under study in Washington, accordIng to Mr. Peterson. The city manager said he felt the city had made a bargain when it was able to get the Sherburne school for $21,200 and, "if we get the Wentworth Acres at the price we named, we'll be getting two useful school houses for roughly $35,000." Peterson Ponders Rea I Esta e Dea City Manager Edward C. Peterson was puzzling out a problem in real estate today: When the state builds its seacoa3t superhighway, a large section of the Sherburne school playground will disappear. The state has offered a small parcel of land in the rear of the building as a trade. Meanwhile, ihe city manager ls trying to figure a way of getting the two acres being lo.st to the school replaced by an equal amount in the rear of the building. 100 Adults Apply For Auto Course More than 100 adults applied for automobile driving instructions at Portsmouth's senior high school last night, Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal said today. From the applicants 36 women were chosen for two summer courses to be directed by Instructor Kennebh K. Day of the high school faculty. Preliminary plans for a July class were outlined and lt was decided that adult students are to receive elg11t hours lnstrucbion in actual driving and 16 additionai hours of class work. George F. Brown~g Heads Sherburne George F. Browning was elected vice president; u';ke.i Bennett, sec- * - - - - - - - - - - - - -- ~ and installed president of the Sher- retary; Charles Paisley, treasurer; priated to replace kitchen equipment, burne Civic association at a meeting Fred R. Hoffmann, ways a nd means at the school. , chairman ; John R. Pearson, Jr., A pot-luck supper was ser~•ed unlast night In the school. mem bers h.tp; E ar1 Ch apman, con- der the direction of Mrs. •Stanley Other officers elected and induct- stltutlon and by •laws • and W· Cole • Kalloch, Mrs. Paisley, Mrs. Pinney ed were John Jacob meyer, first man Pearson, program. and Mrs. J ames Radcliffe. vice president; Perry Pinney, second Twenty-five dollars was appro' - - --- Women Drivers -18 of Them Will learn How Workers Applying 1 The 1 New Look To Local Schools While Portsmouth's t hree thousand odd school children are enjoying a summer vacation, the schools are being given the "new look" in preparation for the September peal of the school bells. Work will start next week on the laying of new floors at the junior high school, according to School Supt. Raymond I. Beal. The $7,500 project 1s being done by Elliott's of Lawrence, Mass. In addition, the Pio R oofing Co. will start reparrs on gutters at the Whipple school within a short time. The Flo's were the low bidders on I the job with a price of $3,578. Mr. Beal also said that advertising for bids for the Farragut school heating plant would be ready very shortly. I \ Maybe that old rag about "women drivers" is n ear the end of the road in Portsmouth. At least that's what Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal indicated this morning in announcing that 18 Portsmouth women began adult driver courses today. Although it may mean loss of "Pop's" monopoly of the family car, the instructions will continue under the direction of high school teacher Kenneth Day. Upon completion of the course, the feminine motorists will be required to pass regu1ar driving tests. They are: Mrs. Simon Isaacson, 116 Sparhawk street; Mrs. Eleanor Haynes, 175 Hillside drive; Mrs. C. W. Hannaford, 452 Richards avenue; Mrs. Richard C. Staples, 59 Rockhill avenue; Mrs. S. Gordon Task, 586 Broad street; Mrs. Gordon H. Aston·, 579 Broad street; Mrs. Lillian Johnson, 359 Broad street. Mrs. Sadie MacDonald, 1220 Islington street; Mrs. ·Walter A. Miner, 64 Cabot street; Mrs. James Leary, 109 Willard avene; Mrs. Thomas Clowrey, 11 Rockhill avenue; Mrs. Albert Auger, 79 Profile avenue; Mrs. Peter Ph!llipe, 143 Ranger way. Mrs. S tuart French, 89 Rockhill avenue; Mrs. Robert Gou1d, 165 Mid- PHS Class of '23 Holds Reunion at Rye North Beach State Convention Of i>TA S·Iated For Portsmouth The New Hampshire Congress of Parents and Teachers will hold its 1949 convention in Portsmouth. The New Hampshire state board 1 of managers of the Parent-Teacher association, meeting yesterday in North Conway, voted unanimously to h old the state convention h ere in April. Portsmouth also will be th e site of the Plscataqua district conf~rence in October. Mrs. Howard Lee of Portsmouth, Piscataqua district president and state chairman of legislature, and Mrs. Arthur Olson of Keene, immediate past president of the state association, were n amed to the state executive board. Other area women attending were: Mrs. William Nelson, Rye Beach, state chairman of by-laws; Mr s. Richman S. Margeson, Portsmouth, state chairman of a rts and crafts; Mrs. Benjamin Kendrigan, Newmarket, state historian; Mrs. D. P erry Smith, Newfields, fifth vice president; Mrs. Paul Hobbs, North Hampton, state treasurer, and Mrs. John Cotton, Rochester, state secretary. Forty members of the class of 1923 at Portsmouth high school held thei r 25th reun ion Saturday at the Hotel Harrington at Rye North Beach. Henry F. McCarthy of Boston, resident vice president of th e New York, New Haven and Har tford railroad was m aster of ceremonies. Oth- dl e road; Mrs. Mary Manning, 139 ers present also made brief remarks Thornton street; Mrs. Charles after a banqu et. Letters of regret Watkins, 49 Prospect street; and , were read from classmates who could Mrs. Thomas J. Donovan, 112 Linnot attend. coin avenue. Ralph C. Margeson of Portsmou th was chairman of the committee on arrangements, assisted by Mr5. Eleanor Pickering Sprague of P ortland, Mrs. Dorothy Shaw Tavern of Andover, Mass., Mi Agnes Quirk, Miss Sally Crockett and Mrs. Ca rmel Mangano, all o! Portsmouth. Mrs. Sprague was named secretary to plan for a reunion fi ve years . A five-member committee investigation into organization and operhence. at:on of th e Portsmouth High School Athletic association was launched Of the 110 who were graduated in st night by the school board. the class, five have died it was announced. The unexpected open meeting (Details of the school board's _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ move followed the board's review session last night along with a o! an aud!.t of the association's books story on the appointment of a by Accountant Robert M. Bruce. new high school football coach will be found today on Page 6.) It show~d the organization lost money from June 30, 1947, Termed a "rather dangerous sitto June 30, 1948, on every specuation" by board member E. Curtis tator sport ft sponsored with Matthews, the associa tion showed the exception of football. itself to be faced with a total loss of Even football showed a' marked $l,554. I I Board Qrders -Probe Of Athletic Council *-==------------- I decrease from previous receipts al• Football receipts. totaled $6,003 though the gridiron programs man- while th e orgaruzat1on spent $4,688 aged to keep from going into the to stage the games. red, the audit disclosed. �Six PortsmouttJ. l:ligh Girls Sharp note then was taken of the report that last season's po- · puJar basketball tilts earned only $2,608 and that the association had spent $3,469, representing- a loss of $862. · , Cross-country and track meets added $1,021 to t he deficit while baseball turned up short $885. The committee will attempt to find out why the association's gross income for 1947 was $19,743 and expenses $18,769 while Jn 1948 it earned only $8,867 and spent $10,421. Heading the group as chairman ls Dr. Cornelia B. Walker. Committeemen include John W. Durgin, Jr .. Ralph Lizio, Mr. Matthews and Stowe Wilder. · The committee was appointed by board chairman John E. Seybolt on a motion of Dr. William Safford Jones. In questioning the board of education's relationship to the athletic association's council, Mr. Matthews said the school board "should asswne some responsibility." He said if' the board must stand the deficit then It srould participate in forming the association policy. Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal informecl board members the association's council is like a "holding company" to the ',oard "or even the board's baby." Board member J,a mes E. Whalley thereupon asked if association memibers h ad "taken it upon themselves to go into the red without the authority of the school board. • And in reply to Mr. Lizio's suggestion that board memibers be rep~esented on the association's council, Mr. Whalley asked ·"wouldn't it be wise to have a complete investigation of this thing." Study Governn1ent Work Six Portsmouth girls, all juniors at Portsmouth high school, are among . a ttending . 90 girls from New Hampshire t h e fifth a nnual Girls' state at Durham. Portsmouth del egates are Ann*Badger, Jacqueline Gamester, Elea- 1 nor Murray, Josephine Mills, Mary Romagnoli and Ruth Sloan. The sessions, sponsored by t11 e American Legion to teach young ,people government operation opened last night with an adcb:ess by Gov. Charles M. Dale. The girls, selected to attend the week's session on the basis of · scholarship, sportsmanship an d 1 leadership, are studying the workings of town, city and state government. Later in the week they will hold town caucuses and elections to • select m embers of their group for ihonorary offices of hypothetical ·municipalities. Two delegates from the Girls' state will be ch osen to represent New Hampshire in the Girls' Nation to be held in Washington, D. C., in August. The girls are being assisted in their government studies by officers of the New Hampshire department of the American Legion and auxiliary and faculty members at the Universsity of New Hampsh ire. Mrs. Reginald . King of Durham is auxiliary department chairman. Sponsors of the local delegation are the Rotary, Kiwanis and Lions ciubs, Portsmouth Lodge of , Elks, Frank E. Booma unit No. 6, American Legion auxiliary, and Harry Wineba~. Culberson Quits ,As Director-of :11,b I Athletics Here The committee is to report back at the board's September m eeting. In other business th e board named seven teachers to fill existing vacancies. 1 Harold G. Crossma n, Jr., of Durh-a,m and Kenneth c. Lang, Jr., of Manches ter were na,med to fill teaching vacancies at Portsmouth high school. Mr. Crossman was graduated from the University of New Hampshire last month. Mr. Lang, who was graduated from UNH in 1943, has been teaching at Ludlow, Vt. Raymond c. Rathlbun of Kingston, R . I., was elected to the physical ' education. department at the Junior high school. He was graduated last · month from Rhode Island State college. Mrs. Elsie Carlson, of Portsmouth, Miss Ruth E. Matthews o.f Dover o.nd Mrs. Louise M. Rand of Rye were named to teach in the Farragut, Sherburne and H aven schools respectively. The Rev. William Safford Jones, -· D. D., reported for the high school committee a.n d Mrs. P earl S. Gray for the elementary schools committee. The committee on schoolhouses was represented by James E. Whalley-. JAMES M. CULBERSON Clippers won two games, lost one and tied fo\ll'. While he wal! football coach at Portsmouth high, ·Mr. Culberson received a great "4ea.l of plea,sure out of his rivalry with Ollie Adams, Dover . high mentor. "They ~all him the old fox," h,e used to say, "well, we'll out- · fox him this year." In 1938 Dover defeat ed Portsmouth 35-0 but the next year Coach Culberson's cian came back and edged the Green Wave, · 7-6. The next year Dover reversed the score on Por tsmouth: In 1941 the Green Wave ·a.gain edged the ·clippers, 2019, in· one of the most thrilling games of the long series. Dover won 20 -0 in 1942 while 1943 ·saw the t eams inaugurate a· home ·and home series, Dover winning both ends, 26 -12 and' 19-13. The 1944 series saw Dover edge 11, good Portsmouth team, 12-7 but the Clippers roared back· on -Thanksgiving day to trounce Dover 34-u. In 1945 the game was moved to Durham beoa.use of the demand for tickets. However, it poured for nine hours before the game and only a, handful of spectators sa,w the game. Portsmouth · won the contest 14-6 when it switched from the T to the double wing. 1 The same boys came back in 1946 and won eight games for . Eddie Robinscin including a smashin·g 25- 6 victory over the Dover high· team which had defeated Manchester Central 28-7. Mr. Culberson i.s a nati e · of Oklahom a _and he· came to N,ew Hampshire via m any coaching gtops in th_!! Midclle West. After gradu1 ating 'from Southwestern college in Mississippi he coached in_ h is home town of Durant, Okla., later he J ames M. Culberson, director of went to _Mattoon, Ill., where he physical education in Portsmouth coached county championship footschools for the past 10 years, today ball t eams which had several of · announced he has r esigned to enter its members star for the Univ.ersity of Illinois and Purdue. private business. Mr. Cutberson's resignation folFrom ·M att oon he went to Grand lows directly that of Edward G . Rapids, · Mich. , where he coached Robinson, who left the football track and fo otball ~ith a little coaching position open when he basketball thrown In on the sicie. too entered private busine_ss. From Grand Rapids he came Mr. Culberson did not reveal to .. Boston where he took an exactly what business he will enter advlnced course in · physical but said h e is not planning to education at Boston · university leave Portsmouth. under .his old friend, :pr. John As dil·ector of. physical education Harmon. It ~as •while he was in the Portsmouth schools, Mr. Culat Boston university that he , berson inaugurated a new sy.stem came in oontact with the posiof training for youngsters .in the tion in . Portsmouth whioh wall ' grade schools and set up a program left open by the death of Ralph of sports in the junior high school. Brackett, former three-sport Portsmouth became one of the coach. first cities in the state to have He came here 1n the fall of 1938 such a program and it was and his · Oklahoma twang quickly stu!1ied by other mu~l.cipaliti~s made· an·- impression on the youngas they beg~n. orgamzmg their i sters who went out . for .football. .p rograms w1thi,n the pa.st half The Culberson system was cli.fferent dozen years. · . than anything they ever · had seeri As f ootball coach for eight years, before. n · was good, fast and they Mr. Culberson brought Portsmouth liked · it. football into its own. His system of · training resulted in few injuries_ to ) I high school ' gi·ldsters and his style of play continually baffled the opposition. . The Port.smoubh high teams used the rlouble and single wing Jormations durihg his first three years as coach h ere. He then switched to the Y formation and later to the T-formation but the double and single wing were the old standbys. His teams won 35 games In eight years while losing 21 and tieing eight. I I 1 School Supt. Raymond I. Bea reported on the summer driving course being sponsored by the board of education. There will be two sepam.te courses in July and August with · a total of 36 students. Mr Beal also announced that Miss ·Deborah Stone has been named pr!ndpal of the Lafayette school succeeding Miss Elsie Thunberg who resigned to be married. �His best teams were in 1939 and 1945 when they had 7-1 records. The I oddest year was in 1944 w1len the ., For several years Mr. Culberson f resided on Wibird street and last fall moved to cutt.s street. He fa married and ha.s three children, two sons and a daughter. One son, Thomas, ls studying law at Boston universi ty, while another son, James, Is a sophomore at Dartmouth and a member of the track team. A daughter, Helen, is a student In the Portsmouth schools. Mr. Culberson also served as Portsmouth's first director of recreation. He was appointed by Mayor Charles M. Dale In 1943 to organize a summer program for youngsters of the Port City. He held the job for two years and resigned t-0 yield the post to his assistant, Francis T. Malloy, current director. ·1B.right In just six Gri d Future Forecast for PHS weeks ~ • r ~ uth . high football candidates will have their chance to greet new grid mentor Carl E. Erickson, who was appointed last week by the board of education. Friends of Coach Erickson have forecast a rosy grid future for the Portsmouth high Clippers u the former Boston university star and semi-pro coach takes over the reins· of the local team. Erickson is a native and lifelong resident of Milton, Mass. He was head basketball coach and line coach as well as director of physical education In elementary and jumor h igh schools In Dedham Mass., for the past three years. He graduated from Milton high 1n 1936 and was a football and baseball standout. Later he went to Boston university where he starred In the same two sports. He played under Pat Hanley and was given honorable mention on the All-East team of 1941. In baseball he was cleanup hitter and was offered contra.cts with the Chicago Cubs and New York . Giants but pMSed up both opportunities. In 1942 he coached football at Old Town, Me., where he also was director of athletics. Later that year he joined Gene Tunney's physical education program In the navy and later transferred to the line as a gunnery officer He was released from the service late In 1945. seml-:l'mals of the New England interscholastic tourney, losing to Leavenworth high of Waterbury, Conn. . Port City Small 1 Fry \ Frolic on Big Pic~ic ....., ., :0"' 'CS ::s c:l CARL ERICKSON Coach Erickson then came back to Massachusetts where he took an active part In semi-pro sports. He was connected v,ith Milton Springs 1n the South Shore baseball league and coached the Milton Merchants football team In 1946 and 1947. In two years as Merchant ment-Or, his club won 18 games, lost three and tied four. As basketball coach at Dedham high b is 1946- 47 team won the Bay State league championship and pla yed In the Eastern Massachusetts tow·nall'\ent at the Boston Garden. That was the same season Portsmouth hi gh 's Clippers went to the ins Herald Backing () l!l Scoter Season Change New Hampshire scoter hunters had good news from Washington today. Ralph G. Carpenter, II, New Hampshire Fish and Game commissioner, reported that the federal government ls planning to change the scoter "opening" date from Nov. 26 to Nov. 1. *--------------- The change may not be effective Mr. Hartford's telegram follows: until Nov. 2 or 3, Mr. Carpenter said, "New Hampshire coastA:ll sportsbut hunters will be notified when it men vigorously protest closed seabecomes Jaw. son on scoter shooting beyond outer A telegram from J . D . Hartford, harbor limits between Oct. 26 and publisher of The Portsmouth Herald, Nov. 2-3. strongly suggest all possible to The U. S. Fish and Wildlife ser- steps be taken to change this law vice protesting the closed season on immediately. Please advise what can scoters from Oct. 26 to Nov. 26 was be done to reopen scoter season in credited by Mr. Carpenter with New Hampshire." speeding action on the matter. The Herald's fish and game columnist, Hal Pierson, complain~d At the present time, the scotei.· of the law Jast Saturday and h!S season opens ept. 1, closes fight was picked up by the Herald's again Oct. 26, then reopens on publlsner. Nov. 26 and stays open until Dec. 7. --~- Local hunters contend the law does not give consideration to New Hampshire conditions, In that the present season is too cold for good hunting. I?.'3 . The youngsters-seven bu~loads ...,0 ., bO full-lined up for chow around "'Q) Aol noontime, and when 2 o'clock 1olled :;;i .s:: <.) 0 around, they were still eating. 0 ;,< <.) i:<1 But they didn't just eat'CS Q) they swam, went boat ridrng, A ..., .Q al played softball and volleyball and a few even napped under the pines. Everyone helped make thei~ day a banner one: Navy yard officials sent Chief Pharmacist's Mate Anthony Mormar,do along as !'. first aid man; the Red Cross chapter sent Mrs. Edith Spaulding and Mrs. Henry Grigg; and the Exc'-.ange club sent six of its members along as chaperones. The Exchangeltes-whose white shirts were decorated with mustard spots by the end the day- were Lester Faulkingham, Ronald Simpson, Ralph Hulslander, Ben Hoyt, Arthur Glovanis and R o b er t Whalen, president. Volunteers In the food line were Mrs. Ronald Simpson, Mrs. Louise Smith and Mrs. Robert Whalen. A club guest-Mrs. Freda Flanaganhelped ladle the punch. · Funds for the picnic were obtained from the returns of a tag day sponsored last month by the Portswouth club. ar ------ �Acres Sale Plan Still Unsettled~,, Despite Deadline Village Residents Await Appraisal . \\ I Of Housing Units N.H. Cities Would Lose • By Slash 1n Legislators Admlrnlty VIiiage wll) have to wait a frw more weeks before learning how the project Is to be sold by the govemment, George Wentworth Acres residents were A. Lavallee, project manager said extended a few more weeks of grace today, today when the Federal Housing authority (FHA) reported the project ' I He explained that land surveys for sale of the units to individuals has not yet been offered for sale. had been completed but, as In the "Nor has FHA had any offers for case of the Wentworth Acres, apthe Portsmouth project," Sumner pral.~als stllJ have to be made by K. Wlley of New York, regional the Federal Housing authority and director said today. the Public Housing administration. The director disclosed, "Negotia"When thosl' two agencies tions still are under way between have come to agreement, then the FHA and the Public Housing adthe houses at the Village will ministration (PHA) but a final de, be sold," he said. cision has not been reached." However, 200 of the housing units Local officials added the exwill be reserved to the navy In planation that a "fee appraiser" the ar.e a generally east of Philfrom the PIIA had evaluated the brick street, according to Mr. LaAcres and then FHA lllHl sent vallee. appraisers into the project. Admiralty Village was bunt as The two agencies must agree part of the wartime defense houson the appraisal figures before ing and comprises 600 single and the project can be put up for double unils. sale, they said. The 800-home project was offered to the city as a municipal "low-rental'' housing proposition early this year by the FHA. But this was harred by City Solicitor Samuel Levy ·1 who ruled the city could not "go Into the real estate business." At that time, Mr. Wiley told the council If the city would take over the ut!l!tles, such as streets and waCONCORD, April 19 (AP)ter, at the Acres, then the housing units could be sold "piecemeal." State Sen. Emmet .T. Kelley, 45Later, the city c<iuncll voted year-old Berlin bachelor, will against operating the utilities take over as New Hampshire's which, according to Mr. Wiley, new Drmocratlc national commeant the government would have to sell the project as a mitteeman in three months. "package." Kelley won a three-way batDuring his conference with the tle for the party's top state council, Mr. Wiley explained June post here Saturday as the Dem30 had been set as a disposal deadocratic delegation ousted presline by the government, "l! feasible." ent committeeman Harry CarlWentworth Acres was built as a• son of Mericlen and turned clown defense housing project In l!J41 and Charlf'l! A. Burke of Manchester. was finally opened for occupancy In Carlson blamecl his defeat, In June, 1942. War workers lived In the pa rt at least, on his recent blast against President Truman units while the naval construction coupled with a draft-Eisen~ program was at Its peak. Since the bower proposal. war years nearly 50 % of the tenants have been University of New HampMrs. Mary C. Dondero of shire students. Portsmouth ll·as elected national committeewoman. She reThe students have lived In the placl's Mrs. Jrene Glynn of project on an "adjusted rent" basis. Manchester who did not seek However, when the project Is sold rerlectlon. Into private ownership, a complrtr rradjuslment of renls Is probable, Thr two rlel'tlon~ mn/;t be npsome observers believe. pro,·rd hy the drmorraHc national ron,•rntlon In July hl'fnrc Krllry nnd l\lr~. Don<lt'ro oftlclally assume their posts. Kelley, Dondero Get Top Posts Arl-\ Wi~h Democrats , 1 Local Guard Unit~ Gets Army Fundo~ Tht 954th co11..5t Hllllr.rr b.11 tPry of Port..smou th is to rf"cefl·p nn ~llo ment or Sl63 .24 upre!;Pt1t!ng It~ sh11re of ~3.441.4.5 In armv central wel!are funds acc-ordlng t~ An Rnnouncement by Brlg. Gen . CharlPs F. Bo'l\·en, AdjutRnt gPneral. The funds 'l\·ere allntted to th,. state M unexpended bRl~nccs of funds credi ted to unJts 'l\'hic h 'l\'ere deactivated at the close of World War II anct now will be dlstrlbuted to unlu of the New HRmpshlre nat1ional guard, General Bowen sald, CONCORD, May 13 (AP)-Additlonal rural representation in the state Legislature, mainly at the expense of the 12 cities, was urged today by the / , New Hampshire council of small towns. . I McIntire Pushes spec1a• I sess1on; • *- The council prepnred a report for presentation to the state con- · stltulilonal convention recommending that the smaller towns be given ' an extra 60 seats in the house of representatives and the cities reduced by 48. Details yesterday O! the plan, were announced after a meeting of more than 100 convention delegates who represent the small towns. The state planning and development commission worked out the plan at the request of the council. This ls what the proposal would do: Give every town a seat Jn the House every session, whereas now about 40 of them are entitled to representation only once every four, six or eight years. Give every town one House member for up to 2,000 population, two for from 2,000 to 4,000 and three for 4,000 or more. The Legislature Is now based ·on one seat for every 700 population and an additional seat for every added 1,400 inhabitants of a town or ward. Citlt'S would be cut like this: Manchester, 54 to 39; Nashua, 24 to 17; Concord, 20 to 14; Berlin, 14 to 10; Dover, 11 to 8; Portsmouth, 10 to 8; Keene, 11 to 7; Laconia, 10 to 7; Claremont, 9 to 7; Rochester, 9 to 7; Franklin, 5 to 4; Somersworth, 5 to 4. Eight of the larger towns woulcl lose IIouse members. Lebanon would be cut from six ~ o u r seats. Derry, Exeter, Newport, Milforcl, Conway, Ha- vcrhill and Hanover each would lost one member. The plan, admittedly, ls designed to give the 224 towns dominent control of the Legislature. · • ~ 'L \ T0 Op'pose Adams A petition drawn by Reps. John R. McIntire of Portsmouth and Fred A. Jones of Lebanon asking mem- bers of the State Legislature be polled on their views concerning a possible special session is heading for the offlce of Secretary of State Enoch D. · Fuller, the Associated Press reported this morning. Mr. McIntire, prominent ln Portsmouth politics In recent years, simultaneously announced he will seek the Republican nomination for governor against Sherman Adams, publicly acknowledged candidate. The "motive" of the session, Mr. McIntire told The Portsmouth Herald, Is "to Impeach Dale (Gov. Charles M. Dale) and throw out the I attorney general (Ernest D'Am- . ours)." ·/ The two house members from the 1 1947 session said they have the necessary signatures to direct Mr. Fuller to conduct a poll of the 397 representatives and 24 senators. Additional plans for the special parley, the legislator explained, would be an attempt to "rewrite the budget." Mr. McIntire theorized that 1 perhaps "an estimated state deficit of $1,555,000 can be written off." He expressed his belief that the anticipated shortage will force establishment of a 2% sales tax or a gradu11,ted income tax and "would jrlve out the small amount of Industry stlll remaining In the state." In announcing his candidacy for the gubernatorial nomination, Mr. McIntire said his desire to seek the governorship is based on the state's •1 financial condition. He said the special session would solve the problems he contends are hampering the state administration "In about five days" and that It would cost approximately $15,000. Mr. McIntyre claimed his petition Indicates "upstate strength" but he said "not one soul In Portsmouth" signed It. �I.. N. H. to ·Revie Vrlc/ ti 452 De Iegates lf;------- Meet Wednesday l~o~!!~~ ~~~i~:~-New Hampshire cities and towns send delegates hflre next week to see how the 167-year-old state constltutlon ls standing up. The 237 communities have elected 452 delegates who w111 convene I Wednesday !Jo consider revising the 11,000-word document which has governed the state since 1784. Only Massachusetts has an, older state constitution. What changes the convention recommends w111 go before the voters next November for two-thirds approval before the revisions become effective. The constitution r e qui r es that the people vote every seven years to determine if a convention should be called, but this is only the 13th convention that has been summoued. For 59 years during the early 19th century, the people saw no need for altering the constitution. This convention, however, is the sixth since 1900. New sources of revenue and more efficient government probably will be considered, but those two issues are likely to be readily accepted for debate. Warnings from state financial advisers that New Hampshire faces an annual deficit of $1,500,000 after this year may prompt one revision. That would be to eliminate the prohibition against graduated income and inheritance taxes, Removal of the barrier would give the 1949 Legislature a chance to impose such levies. State Receives u; } ( $65,000 'Windfall' For Conservation I WASHINGTON, D. C., Aug. 24 (AP)-The Interior department has alloc;ated $65,197 to New Hampshire and $118,312 to Maine for use as federal aid by the states In wildlife conservation before July 1, 1949. The money Is part of a. total appropriation of $10,780,620-the largest such sum by $2,500,000 ever set aside for such purposes. "It should provide the states with an opportunity to expand their development of wildlife resources beyond anything yet attempted," Robert M. Ruther• ford, chief of interior's division . of federal aid in wildilfe preser;,,,Yat.li>JI, told a. reporter. . The'·.tund comes from the 11 % excise tax paid by the manufacturers of sporting arms and ammununltlon. The money ls apportioned to the states under terms of the Pittman-Robertson act. The states, In order to claim their allotments for the fiscal year 1949, which began July 1, must sweeten the total with $3,593,540, or 25% of the entire co.st. The amount alloted the states last year wa.s $8,263,772. Rutherford said increased sales account for the greater revenue this year. For 1946 the total was only $880,000. In that year and (?ther years since the e,ct became effective In 1938, only a part of the fund had been distributed, Rutherford said all states are now participating in the program. Funds are apportioned to the states on the basis of land area and the number of paid hunting 11(Please turn to page three) By custom, the secondary position -convention secretary-goes to a member of the minority party. Democratic candidates are Att_y. J , Murray Devine of Manchester and State Sen, Aldege A. Noel of Nashua, a barber. The 1947 Legislature appropriated $60,000 to pay for the convention, double the usual amount because the delegates will receive higher mileage fees than before. Delegates also receive a sa,lary set by the constitution at $3 a day. Usually the convention remains in 5ession until Its work Is completed-in about one week. This one, however, may follow a policy similar to one adopted in 1941, when the late U. S. Sen. George H. Moses served as president. tion I A proposal to abolish county government is expected to be offered. There may be a sui;-gestion to do away with the five-man executive council, the governor's advisory group which few states have. Requirements for revii;ion of lh1 constitution m ay be changed. No\\ a convention must be called. TlH proposed change would empowe1 the Legislature to initiate revis ions. Atty. Robert W . Uplon of Concord, vice chairman of the Itepublican state committee, is expected to be ele: ted president of the convention by the predominantly Republican membership, There may be some delegates favorin g former U, S. Rep. Sherman Adams of Lincoln, a GOP gubernatorial candidate. censes. No state may receive more than 5% nor less than 'A, of 1 % of the total amount. State allocations include: Maine, $118,312; Massachusetts, $75,220; New Hampshire, $65,197; Connecticut, Rhode Island and Vermont $41,319 each, New Toll Road May Bring Jobs For 300 Men ~/ \ Employment for about 300 men <in the $7,500,000 toll road from Portsmouth to Seabrook was predicted today as the state opened bids on the project . Abraham E. Savin, president of the Savin Construction Co., of East Hartford, Conn., which submitted the lowest bid, said he would be able to start work on the 15-mile road by Oct. 20 and hire 300 New Hampshire men. The contract calls for completion of the road by July 1, 1950. The Savin firm's bid was $5,233,675 for macadam, and $6,255,000 for concrete indicating a saving of nearly $1,000,000 in construction of the superhighway. State Highway Commissioner Frederic E. Everett admitted he had anticipated the low bid for macadam would be close to $6,000,000. Each company was asked to submit bids on both macadam and concrete, although highway ofiicials plan to use macadam. Most of tr.e concrete bids were about 20 % higher than for macadam. Second low bidder was the M. Dematteo Construction company of Quincy, Mass., with $5,280,274 for macadam. Gov. Charles M. Dale and the executive council will act on the bids at their next meeting Oct. 8. The 1947 legislature authorized a $7,500,000 bond issue for the highway to be paid by tolls over a 40year period. Present plans call f or a minimum charge of 25 cents for automobiles using the full length of the road. Fourteen und erpa sses and one overhead bridge w!ll handle eastwest traffic along the highway. State Will Open~~~ Bids for Seacoast's Toll Road Sept. 27 I Bids for construction of New Hampshire's new $7,000,000 seacoast toll highway will be opened Sept, 27, and work on the project Is not expected to be completed until next year, a spokesman for the state highway department reported today. He added that 011ly one contract will be accepted tor the entire 15m!le road which w111 run between Seabrook on the Ma.!;.S11clmsetLs line to a Route 1 cut-of! on the Maine I!ne at Portsmouth. "We've found," the spokesman, continued, "that one contractor on such a piece of work facilitates the entire procedure. More than one contractor entails more paper work and often more expense." Construction includes two 24-foot roadways separated by a median strip as well as bridges and grade separations at Intersections. The same department spokesman said no decision has been reached as to whether the highway topping Wlll be concrete or asphalt. "We've asked bidders lo submit allernate estimates for concrete and asphalt," he said. The amount of toll has not been decided, the department added although the figure is expected to' run around 25 cents per car for the entire 15-m!le stretch, 1 I Toll Road Work Slated to Start!\ In Two Weeks Con struction of a $7,500,000 seacoast highway that will pass through Portsmouth linking Maine and' Massachuse tts with a high-speed road is scheduled to start in two weeks. The 15-mlle highway, all a toll road , will be built of bituminous macadam. Gov. Charles M. Dale and his executive coll.Ilcil yesterday approved the contract calling for mac• adam after deciding th at concrete would be too expensive for any advantages gained. The contract went to the Savin construction Co. of Ea 5t llartforcl, Conn,, on its low bid of $5,251,024. The highway is expected to be completed July 1, 1950. The four-lane highway will run from sea brook at Lhe Massachusetts border to Portsmouth where It w~~ connect with Maine's Kittery Portland toll turnpike. The New Hampshire road wlll re- \ place the winding Lafayette high• way, Route 1. Rem~val of houses Plans call for the coru.truction of has already begun m the Ports17 bridges. The majority will carry mouth area to make way for actual east-west traffic under the highway \ construction. while one will cross a river and another will span a railroad track. I j I �3/ SPANISH WAR SOLDIERS-MemJJers of Company A, Third New Hampshire National Guard regiment, posed for their picture as they prepared to leave for Concord 50 years ago. Eight members of the company are believed to survive. The men climbed on the train while bugler William Akerman played "The Girl I Left Behind Me." The picture is from the collection of 'Garland W. P~~ch. Captain Lemuel Pope, in the center of the picture. ;·i::;=•N. H. VOluntee~ )J ··roll Road wOrkn,1> . Joined Up so Years Ago Starts in 5 Ploc·es State Highway Department Chief . . Engineer Daniel Dickenson New Hampshire's First Volunteer regiment is marking the 50th anni- in Concord today B. that work on said the versary of its induction into service today in Concord. 15-mile Seabrook to Portsmouth su,.., Today the 200 survivors of the perhighway has started in five , Company A was made up almost regiment were scheduled to parade places. . entirely of Portsmoubh men and through bhe streets of ConcordOperations on the $7,500,000 tolJ was commanded by Ca,pit, Lemuel many of them for the last time. road, though curtailed, will continue Pope, Jr. The company left . Ports- Some will walk, others will ride in through the winter. Completion of moubll to join the regiment in cars as New Hampshire's last the project is expected by July 1, Concord May 4, 1898. volunteer outfit holds its half cen- 1950. Originally the unit was Company tury observance. Most of the preliminary work is A of the Third New Hamp.shire -------being done at the Portsmouth end, National Guard r egiment. M ,t er Mr. Dickenson said. induction into federal service it became the First Volunteer regiment. One local historian said today that he believed eight members of the original company are still surviving, four of them CONCORD, Oct. 2 (AP)-New Jiving in Portsmouth. The loHampshire's 1948 average property cal men are George Lane, tax rate is an all-time high o'f $40.60 Frank Moore, Charles Sheehan per thousand, the State Tax comt:)1...Q_. and Fred Turner. mission announced today, rubout $3,100,000 to the citles and , After a period of bivouac iii ConThe figure compares with towns the commission said. cord the regiment was ordered to $37.10 last year, $34.70 ln 1946 Chickamauga, T enn., w h er e it Valuation of mills, factories and $32.60 in 1945. and machinery climbed from spe111t the durabion of the brief war with Spain. $45,989,870 In 1947 to $58,816,383, And indications point to an even a gain of about 28%. Valuation The officers and non-commissioned higher rate next year unless more ~ officers, in addition to Captain Pope rigid economies are put into effect, of lands and buildings gained I as reported in the May 4, 1898 issue the commission said. about 2% to $474,188,000. of the Portsmouth Chronicle were Three towns have rates exceeding Property tax exemptions for vetlisted as 1st Lt. Winslow E. Mills, 1 2nd Lt. Frank Little and 1/Sgt. $60. Epping's is $64, Sullivan $62 erans showed a 32 % increase--4rom and Stewartstown $60.70. $12,992,296 last year to $17,185,963. Joseph Akerman. The City o'f nover and 29 towns Valua tion of electric utilities inOthers: 2/ Sgt. George Snow, 3/Sgt. have rates of $50 or more. Two cit-1 creased nearly Charles W. Weaver, 4/Sgt. William $5,000,000 to a total1 E. Mitchell, 5/ Sgt. Frank Moore, ies, Berlin and Somersworth, showed of $59,634,890. no change from their 1947 rates. 1/Opl. Edward R. Barutio, 2/Cpl. Total property valuations went Arthur C. Dares, 3/ Cpl. Moses Lorci, 4/Cpl. Horace Peverly and musicians, up 5% from $666,487,758 to a j William Akerman and J. W. Kehoe. new high of $701,220,840. At the Capt. William White, father of same time property taxes climbed Dr. Philip White, was the organizer 15% from $24,730,428 to a new high of the company and was succeeded of $28,446,879. as commanding officer by Captain I Valuation of stock-in-trade was Pope prior to the . departure for · set at $77,445,612, compared to $69,-1 ' 706,927 last year. The tax yielded Concord. State Property Tax Average Hits Record High �New Toll Road to Form Woodbury Avenue Is Knottiest Problem . A four-lane super speedway from Massachusetts to Mame-the New Hampshire Seacoast toll road-went under construction this week. The toll r~ad-to be free from traffic pile ups and to cost the motorist only 15 cents for a quick "scoot" across southeastern New Ht=1.mpshire-will have cost more than $6,000,000 when finished in the spring of 1950. Actual construction of the 15 miles of highway is to cost the state $5,251,024 t.nder a contract let to the Savin Construction Corp., of East Hartford, Conn. . An additional $40J,OOO has been expended on engineermg and another $450,000 on land purchases and adjustments. t(·- - Completed, the four 24-foot lanes of bituminous macadam will serve as the New Hampshire link in a cross-state highway stretching from New York City to Fort Kent, Me. To finance the road, the state Legislature authorized a $7,500,000 bond issue. Surplus funds will be used to build additional facil! ties, according to the highway department. Advocates of the toll road believe that 80% of the traffic now funneled through the three-lane Lafayette road will be divided into the toll road, permitting retirement of the bond issue by 1977. The toll road is o!!iclally described as a. "limited" access highway wibh three entrances and exits called for in the plans. They are: (1) At Seabrook, near Smithtown, where the toll road wlll tie into the Massachusetts hig,hway system. (2) Near Hampton center where an "interchange" is to be cont;tructed. This will provide means for toU road traffic to be divevted to ' Hampton Beach or other New Hampsnire coastal points. (3) Near Howard Johnson's in Portsmouth, where traffic lrom the Jnters~ate by-pass and the toll road will converge on a rotary which a!So provides an access road to northern New Hampshire. On its southern end, in the Smithtown district, the road apparently will run into a dead end at the Massachusetts state line. But Daniel H. Dickinson, chief engineer for the highway department, said last week he has been assured by Bay State officials that an access road from U. S. 1 will be ready when the New Hampshire highway is completed. Moreover, the Massachusetts department expects to make this continuation a part of a four-lane highway running west of Newburyport toward Boston where construction is a,lready under way. This is two or three years in the future, according to Mr. Dickinson. Admittedly one of the knottier problems faced by the highway department In Its planning for the new road was Woodbury avenue. At peak iramo periods, congestion usually prevails at the point where the avenue and the Interstate by-pass intersect. However, the engineers believe they have found a aatisfactory solution to the Woodbury avenue problem by constructing an underpass o! the avenue and buildipg an auxiliary road, parallel to Woodbury, out of • the rotary. This auxiliary road-still in the planning stage-will take the tra!tlc for the White mountains now shunted along Woodbury avenue, with the effect o! turning that thoroughfare into a quiet residential l! Northbound traffic leaving the toll rOad will keep to its right and enter tne Hampton-Exeter road. Southbound traffic will be routed through a side road and loop back, and U!lder the toll road, to merge with northbound traffic headed for Hampton Beach . It is at the interchange that the only toll house, with several booths wlll service traffic on the main line: A s;naller, auxiliary toll house is to ~it astride the Hampton Beach turnoff to make sure none evade the price. The course o! the road is the result of many attempts to take "trial lines," according to Mr. Dickinson. Before the route was established it had to be adapted to avoid obstacles such as cemeteries. As the line now runs Its origin is about 1,000 feet west of Smithtown and follows a northeasterly course to the eastern flank of New Zealand hill, Seabrook. Maintaining !ts same direction to Fogg's Corners on the SeabrookHampton Falls Une, the road then swings slightly more northeast to the Hampton Falls rlver. It crosses the Hampton Falls-Exeter road Just west of Kenney brook. After crossing the Taylor river, the road ovel'}Jasses Hampton Four omers, runs through the Interchange and travels across swampy country to the west of Cuse hill and street. orth Hampton center. All traffic on the toll road Is to Leaving North Hampton center enter the Howard Johnson rotary to the south and east, the road and into it will also come the trafoverpasses the Brumble hill road fic !ram the Interstate by-pass. and more swampland until it overA motorist headed for Maine w!ll passes the Boston Post road, and follow the toll road around the rotary onto the Interstate by-pass and swings more sharply east toward the Greenland road In Portsmouth. to the Interstate bridge. For a short distance, after overDrivers headed for northern New Hampshire will go around the ro- passing the Breakfast Hill and tary to the· auxiliary road, follow Ocean roads In Greenland, It paralthat until it cuts back Into the pres- lels the Greenland road and then ent U, S. 4 near the Newington- angles over that road and Sherburne road to travel on a line to Portsmouth line. ' The auxiliary road Is to be two- the rotary. It is at the rotary that Savln's lane and is to run about 2QO yards south of Woodbury avenue. How- contract ends. The proposed underever, sufficient land will be pur- passing of Woodbury avenue and e,hased to enable future develop- the construction of the highway ment of the road Into a four-lane 1 parallel to it will be undertaken by highway, if traffic warrants the highway department engineers. Despite its long run across counexpansion, officials explain. Bobh the Woodbury avenue over- try-mostly swamp or woodlandpass and the auxiliary road are to the toll highway at no time has a be financed from th-e $7,500,000 curve greater than one degree or a grade of more than 3%. bond Issue. Chief Engineer Dickinson put It: However, Woodbury avenue is not "Not even a bus or truck will have •.be only problem the engineers to slow down for the grades and as faced in designing the road. tar as the curves are concerned S e v e n t e e n overpasses or you'll never realize you're turnin~ bridges have to be built ln the your wheel to make them." course of the 15-mlle strip, Highway department officials are which, because of its four lanes, only a little rueful when the touchy each 24 feet wlde, can never be problem or land condemnation 1s narrower than 96 feet. These 17 construction jobs do not brought up. They say that a 300i:1Clude the intricately designed root strip 15 miles long represents t,raf!lc "interchange" at Hampton 540 acres of ground. But, in some cases, In order to center. Here the traffic lor Hampton Beach, or other coastal resorts, get a smaller piece for the 300-foot will be able to leave the toll road. rigiht-of-way, the three-man condemnation, commission, was forced to take more than its needs in order to get a speedy settlement. But officials agree the picture would be painted optimistically, !f the public were led to believe that all the landowners along the way surrendered without a struggle. Two or three actual holdout cases out of the 150 landowners involved may yet wind up in the courts, while about 10 "technical cases" will go to court for solution. Officials say ,a land condemnation is considered "technical" when the obstacle to Its being taken over is more "legal than the whim of the owner." . However, in two instances where farms were badly "separated" by the toll road, the owners settled after "dickering." One of the landowners, Gov. Charles M. Dale of Portsmouth declined payment !or his land. ' To date land condemnation has cost $450,000. This figure includes $100,000 to move buildings to new locations and $35,000 to relocate public utility 'facilities. Twenty homes bad to 'be cleared from the right-of-way when the commission went to work. Since it was set up last February, six h ave ' been bought outright, 13 have been relocated and one probably wi11 have to be condemned, according to the highway department. Exactly half of the dispossessed home owners live in Portsmouth Sherburne road or Pannaway Manor area. The remaining 10 are scattered along the 15-mile stretch to Seabrook. Financing the highway was one of the major items considered by the Legislature last year. State law makers discarded the idea of a New Hampshire Turnpike authority, with powers similar to the one in Maine. I They finally decided to charge the highway department with the re ponsibility of constructing the road and to issue state bonds to pay for it, instead of having them issued through an authority with a state guarantee behind them. The highway department did not go into the matter blindly, according to Mr. Everett, a graying veteran of many years experience in the department. Last year fl week-long traffic sw-vey was conducted in the Portsmouth area by Coverdale and Colpitts, a firm of New York consulting engineers who specialize in determining the earning power of new manufacturing plants, toll bridges and roads and the like. These engineers concluded from their survey that a seacoast toll road would pay for itself within the 30-year limit set by the Legislature. Apparently basing their estimates on past traffic volume on the Lafayette road, they predict a traffic flow in 1977 of 3,730,000 vehicles on the toll road. In 1947, the Interstate bridge officials reported a traffic ·now of 1,660,000 vehicles. The Coverdale and Colpitt I �prophecy that the toll road can pay for itself in the course or three decades is based on a. 15cent toll for cars and a correspondingly larger amount for trucks and buses. Mr. Everett said the 15-cent toll rate had been proposed and probably would be used. "If we ever find we have to go higher, the public can be assw·ed It wlll be kept at the lowest pos..slble level that wm meet our obligations," he said. Outside observers report that t he _ hl_ghway_ ~epart.ment's newest plan for .solving the Woodbury avenue dHenuna wa., the result of an unexpectedly low bid from the Savin corporation. This low bid of $5,251,024 plus engineering costs of $400,000 and the $450,000 spent for land, leaves the department with approximately $1,400,000 to spend on under passing Woodbury avenue and building the auxlllary highway. "We'll have enough left over from the bond Issue to finance that work at Woodbury avenue. we·ve been prom1slng for years to do something about It and there'll be an awful yell from Portsmouth If we don't and I don't blame 'em, Everett said. I I Some of the officials see the new highway paralleling Woodbury avenue as a "bonanza" for real estate owners In the vicinity. "It'll all hinge on one thing," one engineer observed. "If the governor and council make that auxUlary highway a free access road, then building lots will be at a premium 1 out there. "And no matter what the governor and council decide on that, land values on Woodbury avenue should go up when It ceases to be a state and federal highway." The parallel route to Woodbury avenue planned by the highway department wlll be two-lane but sufficient land ls to be bought to en- J able expansion to a four-lane road it necessary. For the time being this project ls being held In abeyance by the , department untU such land questions fS that offered by the Howard Johnson restaurant are settled. Located as It ls at the intersection of Woodbury avenue and the Intertsate by-pass, the restaurant will lie north of the rotary on the new highway and probably without easy access to It. "In a nroject like this a few perWhen the route parallel to Woodbury avenue ls built, the restaurant sons a,e apt to be hurt In beneas It ls now situated wlll be off that uttlng the majority. However, I think the Howard Johnson matter well beaten route, U. S. 4. But again in the words of Mr. will be settled. "Any~hing," he added, "ls bett er Dickinson: than Jetting traffic continue to roll up and down that three-lane death trap known as the Lafayette road." He concluded with the question: "What do you think It would be like on the Lafayette road with both southbound and northbound traffic coming off four Jane superhighways onto those three lanes of winding road?" - - - - -- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - ~ ~ �... r ---- j 'East • New. 8111 Seeks ·-··· -• · Of (OnSO1.idat1on All .( oun fy J01•1 S 3 1 · 00 W\ CONCORD, Aug. 3 (AP)-A bill calling for consolidation o! county jalls in New Hampshire is in pr011pect for the 1949 state legislature. Atty. Raymond K. Perkins o! Concord, Merrimack county solicitor and president o! the county O!flcers' association, said today the proposal Is one o! several the association is studying to prepare recommendations to the legislature. Other proposals include a uniform annual report system, requiring more detail than at present; a change in the fees system under which some county officials operate; a law to permit authority to initiate non-support proceedings against fathers of illegitimate children, eliminating county responsibility. t These changes in county government have been submitted to committees for study, and Perkins said he does not know to what extent the association will recommend changes. Administration of county atra!rs took a tongue-lashing during the constitutional convention last spring when an unsuccessful attempt was made to abol!sh county government. Many arguments were advanced for consol!dation of the 10 county jails and other changes in county functions, · • Co·unty Politics vs. West' 1n °' O,~ \ A east-and-west geographlcal split 1s beginning to apr>ear in the ranks of Rockingham county Republicans as they ente~ the final month of campaigning for the S e p t, 14 primary. Strong forces are apparently working in the western part o! the county to unseat the 12year-old eastern regime headed by Sheritr Simes Frink, Sharply defined "battle lines" bec!l.use some candidates seem to be stepping across the "boundary" to tie in with the western group. can nut be detected, The most frequently mentioned behind-the-scenes lender of the western Republicans 1s Police Chief Augustus F. Butman of Derry, who was In Portsmouth only yesterday and 1·eportedly spent a large part o! his visit in conference with several local pol!tlcal personalities. Among those linked to Butman's leadership, or at least his !actlunal element, are Ira A, B r ow n, Portsmouth's county commission candidate; Noel D, E, Bromley o! Exeter, county solicitor hopeful, and P.:ihce Chief Earl W. Caswell of Greenland, opponent to Sheritr Frink, Under the leadership of Sheriff Frink, the "seaside" Republi- cans number among their candidates such party stalwarts as County Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton and commissione-r aspirant Gra.nville S. Knox of Newington, The political sages are predicting a dead-heat race tetween Boynton and Bromley, with no odds being given or taken, Boynton has the advamage o! being ihe incumbent, while Bromley is undoubtedly receiving wise political counsel from Exeter leaders, The main Republican struggle is shaping up in the threeway contest for the first district county commissionership. Brown's bid for favor in the western part of the county, although he !s an "easterner" by residence, is counted as his best chance for nomination for the post now. held by Irving W, Marston of North Hampton. Brown is competing with both Marston and Knox for the opportunity to oppose City Councilman Mary C. Dondero in November. But no matter how bitter the battle may get, M.uston is still conceded the edge, The victor probably wm feel it's only a warm-up for the November contest with Mrs. Dondero, who is unopposed for the Democratic nomination. However, some persons believe Mr. Brown has made steady gains in the pa.st few weeks and (Please turn to page three) I may cut sharply into the veteran usually high plura!ity. IIMarston's Four-Way Battle Mr. Knux is the unpredictable 1 factor in the race. The commonly accepted version of his candidacy ts that he Is merely "getting in ime" ttJ succeed Mr. Marston when the latter decides to close his pol, tical career. Neither or the two other ii~• umbent commissioners have publicly expressed a defin11,e preferenct> but previously Al vin E. Foss of East Kingston h as marte no bones about his anti- Brown lcelings. Both Mr. Foss aud Commtssloner Mahion C. Currier of Danville are unopposed in their btds for rcnommation. The present alignment, however, mt1kes it apparent thaL Mr. Marston is playing a lone h an d in his attempt to win a 10th term. While not county-wide, the fight for the Republican nomination to the 24th district sen a tori a I seat is getting much a,tenlion from "bacl: room" campaign managers. Former State Sen. Arthur J . Reinhart's bid for the nomiuation is being oppo ed by Rep. Thoma~ F. McCaffrey of New Castle. The win ner will be contested in November by John Loughlin of Port smouth, who has no prima ry opposition. The unofficial campaign mdnagers figure the race as "even" righ~ now. They believe Attorney Rclnhart's , chief drawback is l11s previous association with the Democratic party which elected hnn to the State Senate in 1940. However, the Portsmouth lawyer's handicap, if any, may be offset by McCaffrey's need for a large vote m t\.'\,~ Looms in Ward State Solon Race I A contest for Democratic nomination as representative to the General Court appeared to be looming today in ward 1 as three candidates filed their nominatl6n papers with the city clerk. The three filings reported by City Clerk Eileen Foley included those of incumbent Rep. Andrew J. Bar:rett of 185 Raleigh way, Dr. Patrick J, Kittridge of 37 Ladd street and Sam Alessi of 43 :Prospect street. Another candidacy for nomination to the state house of representatives would throw the Democratic primary in Ward 1 into a four-way race for three places on the ticket. Former Rep. Mary C. Dondero of 379 State street has been ' mentioned as a possible candidate for the Ward 1 Democratic nomination to the General Court, one Republican filing reported I was that of Edgar F . Wood of 622 Middle street for selectman in Ward 2. Mr. Wood is currently the only member of the board o! selectmen in that ward as Rep. Harry H. Foote of 387 Richards avenue has resigned and David Smith has moved to Dover. I Reinhart's home town, Democratic lethargy in county po lilies is indica tcd by the facL that only Mrs. Dondero has filed for any of the county olflces. John P. Carberry of Rye was filed by his party as a councilor candidate from the second district, but otherwise there is everything tu encourage the Republican belief lhc "real election " takes place Sept. 14. It's Strafford county',; '"turn" to elect the second distrn:t member of the governor's eou ncil, accord ing to Republica n custom. Carberry will be opposed in November by the winner in the race between J . Guy Smart of Durham and Leon R. Hayes of Farmington. A fairly heavy Port~ mouth vote in the primanes 1;; seen possible, with a Portsmouth man, John R. McIntire in the runnin g for top spot on the Republica n ticket. Further, there are ltvc-man contests 1n both parlk~ tor uonunatton to the State Hou~e of Rep.esentatives from Wa.rd 1, the city's largest ward. However, lndi :atlons in the rest I Of the county point to the usual public indifference towards primary voting. Mr. Wood said the vacated seats on the board would be filled prior to the Sept. 14 primaries. The filing period for ward officers and representatives to the G eneral Court will close Monday afternoon, according to Mrs. Foley. However, for ~tate and county offices the deadline has been set as July 30. Meanwhile, In slate political circles a November opponent for Sen. Styles Bridges appeared on the scene when Alfred E. Fortin, Manchester Democrat, filed for nomination to the Senate. The Associated Press also reported that U. S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow of Ossipee filed for nomination to a fourth term to the national Congress. In the Second congressional district, opposition to U. S. Rep. Norris Cotton's candidacy for r enomination will be m ade by Atty. Joseph E. Muore of Canaan who filed with Secretary of 8-ale Enoch D. Fuller yesterday. I I I Two of Strafford county's commissioners have filed as Republicans for renomination. They are Harold E. Flower of Barrington and Raymond B. Peabody of Dover. Strafford County Solicitor Frank W. Peyser, formerly of Portsmouth, also filed for renomination. �'Dondero in Rate /City Democ~~,_~i~ Fil!ngs City Democrats For..deHous~~l~s I L~.?,;,wo~'~" !~~~,~~~~'~'~ ,;,~~:!.~~. file only Nin~.io WI · Gue'ss1·ng For 35 Offices Intends to nominate candldatt>s to- the 35 vacancies .still on its Sept, 14 primary ticket. Only nine Democrat ic filin gs for !if.---- the various ward offices and the House of Representatives had been (Contlnued from page one) t,'\ received by City Clerk Eileen D. Foley when the deadline was reached yesterday. Ward 2's Incumbent clerk, ThomMrs. Mary C. Dondero, Democratic as J. Downs, is seeking renomination and a four-way Republican city chairman, declined to make an announcement as to when her race for selectman was assured slate would be sent to Secretary of when· Mrs. Margaret M. Hayes, Paul L. Chandler and Vito P. MasState Enoch D. Fuller. "We'll go according to the law," saro filed as opposition to Selectman Edgar S. Wood. she remarked tersely. However, Mrs. Dondero's ac1 Two candidates for the board of tion surprised few observers, But the doldrums were not evlsince she had been considerably dent In the Republican listings which registrars of voters are Mrs. Willena Byrns and Walter F. Beevers. talked about as a House candiwere nearly complete at 6 pm. In Ward 3, Lewis M. McNeil, date as .well as a possible conBoth parties however, are a1Jowed Incumbent Republican moderatestant for the Senate or county to complete their nominations, tor, filed for renomination. In commiss:lon. through ci ty or ward committees, addition Ward Clerk Ralph C. A similar battle for the We.rd 1 within 48 hours of the closing of the House see.ts was shaping up in Re- filing period, according to New Margeson and Selectmen Leslfe publican ranks where four asplr- Hampshire law. An individual may C. Manning and Florine Kin. ants also have entered their no.mes. not file after the deadline. Ir.aid are In the running. The third candidate for selectman Fred Cushman, who flied last week, Last minute can<lidaclcs gave Is Harold S. Woods. found opposition today from Edwin Ward I five-way races in both C. Johnson, James W. McMullen parties for the three seats in the Ward 3's single seat on the board and Harry B. Palfrey. House. Mrs. Lise LeBelle Payof registrars of voters is being But outside of the contests ette added her name to the .sought by Republicans Charles W. -p romised in Ward 1, the local polDemocratic list and Leland W. deRochemont and Lee M. Couture. itical pot was wen• below the bollDavis became one of the ReThe only Ward 3 Democrat,lc filing point. · publican quintet. ings are those of Rep. John J. Leary General inaction a!)pears to have The last Democratic filings were for the House and George H. struck all other wards, which have those of Mrs. Payette and Mrs. Thorpe for registrar of voters. been left wltll gaping holes In the Eleanor J. Wade for ward selectWard 4's Republican clerk, Kennominee lists. man. no.rd E. Goldsmith, was the last Republican Wa~ 2 has three person to file yesterday afternoon. th candidates for the General In e Republican ranks, Mrs. Mr. Goldsmith beat the deadline by Court trying for three seats on Mary J. Marshall filed for Wa rd 1 two minutes. the Republican wagon. The moderator. Mrs. Estelle Fullford, There were no new flUngs in offices of moderator and clerk John L. Hersey and Charles H. Ward 5. Marshall entered the race for seTo comPee l t th er I list of nominahave no cqntestants and only one 'm an/ Selectman Edgar S. lectman and Charles E. Reardon tlons, the Republicans need candl. . Wood, ha• filed for selectman. flied for a seat on the board of dates in Ward 1 for clerk and The .Republican candidates for registrars of voters. reglstrar of voters. the Gene - I Court are Reps. Harry In Ward 2 only a candidate ... <PIease turn to page three) H. ·F oote 11.nd John H. Yeaton and - - - - - - - -- for moderator is needed and Charles T. Durell. Ward 3's Jlst requires a nominee · A 'ward 2 'incumbent, Rep. Remfor representative to be a full lck Lalghton, has been the subject elate. Three selectmen in Ward of much speculation as a senatorial ' are missing and candidate tor candidate but latest reports ind!moderator, Ward S's ticket will cated that he will stick to his fullbe filled with the nomination time job as "watchdog" of the Legof a moderator and selectman. islature and sit on the election sideA far different picture is prelines. Bented by the Democrats who are Only one Democi:at and one Reshort a ward clerk, selectman, ·publican he.ve filed for the two seats moderator and two candidates for which Ward 3 voters will fill. They ing a seat In the House rather than registrar of voters in Ward 1. are Rep. John J. Leary, the Demo- reelection to 1-he Senate, Laraba In Wards 2, 4 and 5 the Democrat, and Mrs. Florine ·Kinkaid, now said he Is following a 50-year pre- / ·an official of the ward. cedent of the 24th senatorial district ere.tic slate is blank' and a moder- / Ward offkes In Ward 3 had In not trying for more than two ator, clerk, three selectmen and -only one aspirant as today's 6 terms. a registrar of voters are needed in pm deadline approached. George Mrs. Anna M. Shea, Republican, Ward 3. . Thorpe Is seeking renomination has filed for renomination to the to the board of registrars of board of registrars of voters but voters. hers is the only candidacy received The state's election laws require from the ward by City Clerk Elleen that each party nominate a full Foley. slate for the ward positions prior to Unless last-minute filings change th e prospect in Ward 5, Rep. John elect.ion. Act.ivlty at Ward i is similarly J. Burkl~ardt will be unopposed for quiet where Rae S. Laraba ls the renomination by the Republicans. only candidate for the one House 1 Two Republicans, Everett E. seat vacancy. Parshley and Mrs. Rena Dusseault, lll,lexplal.n.lng his motive for seek- are seeking places on the board of selectmen and Mrs. Edna K. White has filed for ward clerk. Mrs. Eleanor Pridham seeks renomination to Lhe board of registrars of voters City Councilman Mary C. Dondero put 1n. her bid for one of We.rd l's three see.ts in the House of Represen te. ti ves today and thus ended widespread speculation over her intentions in tihe blossoming political season. The former mayor made it a fourway fight in the Democratic campaign, with Rep. Andrew J. Barrett, Dr. Patrick J. Kittridge and Sam Alessi already having entered prior candidacies. Democratic Filing~- Democratic lethargy in city politics became more apparent today when the secretary of state reported the party's city committee filed only nine additional names to fill the 35 vacancies on its Sept. 14 primary ticket. The committee, headed by Councilman Mary C. Dondero, ignored Wards 2 and 4 which are admittedly Republican and added only one name in Ward 5 and three in Ward 3. However, In Ward 1 the Dem_ocrats now have a full slate with Clifford O. Thompson in the race for selectman; Anthony Vinciguerra for moderator and Stanley J. Orzechowski, ward clerk. Mrs. Gertrude Caldwell, Incumbent member of the board Of reglstrru- of voters, was renominated and the name of Lawson S. Keen was also placed In nomination as registrar from Ward 1. No additional contests were promised by the committee's nominations, as they serve only to flll the ticket. dn lVard 3 two men were _. nominated for the three seats on the board of selectmen. They were Cornelius F. Hobbs and Joseph O'Brien. Carlos O. Hobbs was named as a candidate to the House of Representatives. A third candidate for selectman in Ward 3 was not named by the Democrats and no nominations were made to the offices of moderator or clerk. ~rs. ~;s~ine ~ r d is the l~n; Democratic nominee in Ward 5. She was namect. for registrar of voters. On the Republican side a nearly 1 complete slate will be ready for the voters on primary day. The only !_vacancies are In Wards 3 and 4. A candidate for the House of Representatives ls still needed 1n Ward 3 and three selectmen are needed In Ward 4 to complete the ticket. The GOP city committee nominated Miss Ellen M. Mccue as registrar of voters in Ward 1 I I I I I I -------- • and Mrs. Katharine C. Reardon as Ward 1 moderator. Alvin F. Redden was nomlnatccl for moderator in Ward 2 and in Ward 4 Mrs. Irene S. Patch was named to a oimilar office. In Ward 5 Henry o. Downs, Jr., became the third Republican candidate for selectman and William D. Schmlgle will run for moderator. But the parties have one last chance to fill their slates under New Hampshire law. The city or ward committees may nominate candidates after the primary ·is held but the nominations must be made 40 days before the election. , I 35 �'D.ilemma of the Dondero Domicile Dondero Stakes \ * *Insists * that ,"JI, '2 She 3 Lives * *Where * She Doesn't * *Live* Ex-Mayor ' For-~1er Mayor Mary C. Dondero lives at 379 State streetand she doesn't. She has two addresses, and •you can take your choice. But then again you can't, for · she objects. It seems that she has two residences-and she doesn't. For Instance, the place where she sleeps and eats isn't where she lives. And the place she calls home isn't where she lives either, because that's not where she sleeps and eats. As a matter of fact, it took the resources of the Superior court to make some determination of just where tht former mayor does live. And the court, sticking to the letter of the law. decided that she lives where she doesn't live. When you talk to Mrs. Don' dero about it now, the confusion Is as clear as ~ver. She was driven to angry upset yesterday when The Portsmouth Herald made use of common knowledge and boldly reported her address as 379 State street. She vigorously pooh-poohed such a "deliberate attempt to start trouble" and proceeded to clarify .the situation thusly: ' She lives at 341 Islington street (on that side of the street . which is conveniently located in Democratic Ward I) and merely maintains residence for one of her four daughters, Charlotte, at 379 State street (n Republican neighborhood, incidentally). But then it turns out that Charlotte doesn't live there anymore, because she happens to be working in Washington for the summer. And when she isn't away from "home" she is living at 341 Islington street, accordIng to the city's voting checklists. Mrs. Dondero, though she doesn't live there, answers the telephone at 379 State street. But' then the telephone she answers Is In the name of her husband, the late Charles A. Dondero, who never lived at the State street address in his life. The city directory offers no escape from the dilemma since it lists Mrs. Dondero as residin g at 341 Islington street and maintaining an "office" at the Rockingham hotel, 401 State street. Furthermore the directory· carries the information that daughter Carlotta C. (or Char- The Same Old Faces lotte)' Dondero resides at Cabot and Islington streets. However, this can be assumed to denote 341 Islington street, since that is where Daughter Eileen Dondero · Foley Is listed as ha vlng resided before her recent marriage. Actually, the numerical street listing in the <;ltY directory credits the occupany of 341 Islington street only to Mrs. Agnes Sadler and Clifford Thompson. The question of Mrs. Donde~o's residence was taken to court last year when the validity of her 341 Islington street (or Ward 1 address on the checklist was challenged. After some legalistic sparring the judge emerged with a ruling that amounted to a severing of relationship between "home" and a checklist address. In other words, Mrs. Dondero can claim , whatever address she pleases-and obviously she pleases to "live" at 341 Islington treet. But, as Poet Edgar Guest said, "It takes a heap of living to make a house a home"though Portsmouth's former mayor might dispute the bard on that. Dissension Final Flurry ofJ\' Filings Reveals ' Battle Lines For State Primary "l\ The voting season opened today. And a flurry of last minute filings yesterday· presented New Hampshire voters with their first-and perhaps last-clear view of the candidates who wlll fight It out In party primaries Sept. 14. A cursory check shows the voter that In Republican nominations he ls considering the same old faces. But in a year when state Republ!cians are trying to lessen the malodotous repercussion of a state administrative scandal~the celebrated Story case-unorganized Democrats have been hard pushed in getting together even part of a slate. Perhaps it's because New Hampshire Democrats have been involved in bitter personal feuding among top flight leaders. The political altercations were sharply emphasized· for the entire country when the delegation's 12 votes were split at the national convention. "Considering the Story case, we're lucky the Democrats can't get together. If they did, they'd be making hay" a prominent Republican admitted recently. On the other slde, the Republicans are presenting a "calm, cool and collected" front for public consump- I . . .. .. tlon. The feud in the Democrat ranks Is reported to be a personal feud between two men-Harry 0. Carlson of Plainfield and Prof. Herbert W. Hill of Hanover. They will pit their strength in a showdown battle for the gubernatorial nomination. Carlson threw out the challenge by filing for governor after a conclave of higher ups decided Hill should be the nominee. H!ll picked up the gauntlet yesterday afternoon when he filed his candidacy. Now the battle is on. Professor Hill has been a guiding force and rallying point for the Democrats for the 11ast several years, while Mr. Carlson has been engaged in repeated jousts for party leadership. Last year Carlson defeated Manchester's Charles Burke for national committeeman and was, in turn, ousted this year by Emmett J . Kelley of Berlin. Mr. Carlson 1s the man, teamed with his - wife, who brought about the polling of the delegation at the Philadelphia convention. The poll resulted in 10½ votes for President Truman, l½ not voting. Toe outcome of the H·m -carlson battle may determine the course of · - -- ~ -- - --- -- ---- party policy for years to come. However, the Democratic contest for nomination to the governorship may_ be forced to share the spotlight with a similiar struggle among Republicans. Former U. S. Rep. Sherman Adams, of Lincoln who lost out in the 1946 primary by 158 votes to Gov. Charles M. Dale of Portsmouth, Is being opposed in his J 948 bid by State Rep. Jor.n R . McIntire of Portsmouth's Ward 1. One Republican leader claims McIntire will "pick up more votes than a lot of pepple belit:ve." Competition for the United States Senate is considered confined to the Democrats in a strictly Manchester affair between Alfred E. Fortin and Atty. Joseph A. Millimet. Fortin Is a former state r epresentative and Manchester alderman while Mlltlmet 1s a coast gunrd veteran and former employe of the Federal Communications commission. The winner o! their race will be the November opponent , of Sen. Styles Bridges of Concord, who iii unopposed in his quest for renomination. (Please turn to page two) New Ward 1 Claim City Councilman Mary C. Dondero has staked another claim on a Ward I residence. The former mayor obtained a permit yesterday afternoon to build a $6,500 bungalow at the Intersection of Maplewood and Woodbury avenues. Named In the permit as a co-builder was Mrs. Dondero's daughter, Charlotte. William E. Connell of Portsmouth was listed as the con• tr~ctor; ")\'.1.,~ State 'Filings- --~ ~' (Continued from page one) Neither party ts offering a contest for nomination to the 1st Congres15lonal district seat. The lncumbtnt, , Rep. Chester E. Merrow of Ossipee, I will be the Republican nominee and · Peter Poirier of Manchester Is his Democratic November opponent. In the 2nd Congressional dis- ' trlct the Republican Incumbent Norris G. Cotton o! Lebanol\ ~ in a three-way contest to regain his place. One o! Representative Cotton's opposition Is a woman, Miss Rita · Collyer of Lisbon, and the other is · Atty. Joseph E. Moore of Canaan. A newcomer to the political wars, but wearing a name well known in Democratic circles, filed late yesterday !or nomination to the seat held by Cotton. He Is Richard Leonard of Nashua, the golfing son of Atty. Thomas J. Leonard. The newly-formed Wallacecontrolled Prog-resslve party is contending for a third party place on the November ballot. Its leaders claim their petition already has the 1,000 required signatures. A .state Progressive ticket ls headed by Mrs. Irma C. Otto o! Center Sandwich !or governor. She was nominated in party convention in June. Confining themselves only to nominations !or higher offices, the Progressives at the same time named Pro!. John G . Rideout o! Durham to seek the U. s. Senate post and Alexander Karanikas o! Goffstown for fi rst district congressman. Harold H. Horne o! Berlin is the Progresslve's second con- I gressional district candidate. · On the county level, the RepubIlcaru; will contest for three Rockingham posts with Portsmouth men 11gurlng in each. Unexpected opposition to County · Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton of Portsmouth developed yesterday when Atty. Noel D. E. Bromley of Exeter filed. Mr. Bromley is connected with the office of Atby. William H. Sleeper. Another contest will be for sheriff. Incumbent Simes Frink of Portsmouth'! opposition will come from Police Chief Earl W. Caswell of Greenland. �. __,.;.- .. ~~------ . .., 6 \~eon R. Hayes '\ · Files for Council ·- - .-,- --- - - t' Dondero {!ndications of a whirlwind campaign for Repuolican nomination to the second district seat on the _governor's. council were a.pparent 11 today. The early sta1-ter in the two-man race was former ·state Rep. Leon \ R. Hayes of Farmington, whose opponent ls State sen. J. Guy Smart of Durham. The council seat ls now held by Paul W. Hobbs of Nor.th Hampton and ls up for contest in Strafford county in this biennial election. Target For Local 1GOP Downs Demands Investigation of Legal Residen.c e Mr. Flynn was one or tne last committee members to express his views on the Dondero residence issue, but before the discussion was brought to a close it had almost run the gamut of those in attendance. Rep. John R. McIntire, candiclat.e for the Republican nomination for governor, struck the only note of inner dissension. lie took his fellow party members freely to task for a variety of reasons and specifically accused one of "jackknlflrlg" him in last year's mayoralty campaign. . He told how he hired "eight cars, baby sitters and telephones" during the campaign for constitutional convention delegates "because some of the boys wanted me to deliver Ward 1." Then he asked himself, "How did I wind up-a poor seventh, with so few votes they didn't need to be counted." (Mr. McIntire finished last in a field of six in the constitutional convention delegates race.) Ira A. Brown, county commission candidate, was host to the meeting. Portsmouth's Republicans fired their opening gun of the 1948 political bnttle last night and aimed It straight at their favorite targetMrs. Mary C. Dondero. The city councllmm and former mayor, who seeks two offices In the forthcoming Democratic primary was the principal subject of discussion when the Republican city committee met at the Pannaway club to deliberate on campaign tactics and objectives. But instead of 1t strategy session, the party s t a 1 w a r t 3 promptly lent themselves to an ax-grinding affair that sent a continuous shower of sparks In the direction of Mrs. Dondero. She was identified only as "that The third Republican c0ntest In person" but there was no question the county L, a three-way tllt for of whom they meant when veteran commlssloner among former comCommitteeman Thomas J. Downs missioner Ira A. Brown of Portsbroached the subject by urging that mouth, Commissioner Irving W . the matter of "her" legal residence Marston of North Hampton and Sebe Investigated. lectman Granville S. Knox <'f NewFrom then on the shadow of Mrs. ington. Dondero loomed larger than the campaign itself, or any other busiThe winner of the Knox-Mars31 ness before the house. ton-Brown contest will have Mrs. . Regarding the re~ldence lssue, Mr. Mary C. Dondero of Portsmouth for Downs declared, "It's been the subelection day opposition. She Is the , A total of 292 names will be added ject of comment In the press and only Democrat to file for county to the city's checklist when it ls gossip on the streets, and I think it's published next Tuesday, Charles E. office. · time we did something about It." Reardon, clerk of the Portsmouth The Incumbents In three othA lengthy forum then ensued conboard of registrars announced toer county offices are unopcerning the techniques of how to day. posed. Th<'Y n.re Rcr,nbllcan~ perform t.he task and Who should Mr. Reardon said the 292 men and try lt. Earle R. Stockbridge, treasurwomen registered with the board When the eyes or the assemblage er; Frank B. Nay, rcglster of Friday, Saturday and yesterday fell on represent.atlves from the ' while the registrars were in session probate; and John W. A. Green, board of registrars of voters, B0ard f at the council chambers In city register of deecls, all of Exeter. Chairman Harry Furber gave a l hall. He added that the new checkCommissioners Mahlon H. Curquick cry of protest. ' list is being compiled and will be rier of Danvllle and Alvin E. Foss "Not us," he objected. "We're published Tuesday for distribution of East Kingston also have no op- \ going to go by the court that early next week. position to their renomination. has already ruled on that." Mr. Reardon said the · check list Atty. Arthur J . Reinhart of Rep. Harry H. Foote took up wlll be posted at Leary's market at the cudgel at this point and InPortsmouth appnrently fnces e 565 Islington street and the wardformed the group that the close battle In attempt to gain the room on Bartlett street In Ward 3; board could still "rule on the Republican nomination to the 24th the Rockingham County court house question if It acts In good state Senate post. Rep. Thomas F . on State street and Black's market faith." Mccaffrey of New Castle flied his at 517 Middle street in Ward 2; city Atty. Thomas G. Flynn, who candidacy yesterday. hall and at the corner of Marcy represented his mother, Mrs. Alice John M. Loughlin of Portsmouth , street and Newton avenue in Ward . G. Flynn, In a court challenge will be the Dt>mocratlc candidate In 5; the Marcy street wardroom and of Mrs. Dondero's voting address the 24th dustrlct,. the South End Market at 367 MarInst year, was called upon for counState Sen. Doris M. Spollett of cy street in Ward 4; and the Maplesel and proceeded to describe his Hampstead ls without opposition wood avenue ward room, Salden's fruitless effort to have the mayor's for renom!na.tlon to the 23rd disstore at Atlantic Heights and the name removed from the Ward I trict Senate seat. Wentacres super market on Circuit 1 checklist. In Portsmouth the Democrats reroad ln Ward 1. "The hardest part of the job," portedly reflect general party disThe board also will be In session he said, "was to get people up to integration, considered apparent on Sept. 10 to correct the checklist, Mr. testify. Several of those who could 11tate and county levels. In two Reardon added. have helped refused to do so beward.'! they have failed to file any He said that Individuals who w!ll cause they were afraid of losing candidates and In a third only one become 21 between today and Sept. city jobs." person Is up for nomina.tlon. 19, and those who will have resided Mr. Flynn was asked by Mayo; One hard fought Democratic conin the city for six months after toCecil M. Neal, city committee chairday, will be eligible to register at test ls under way 1n Ward 1 where man, if he thought the "same conthe special session Sept. 10. five persons have filed for the ditions prevail today under the new ward's three seats in the legislature. system." In contra.st to the Democratic The attorney claimed lack of faindifference, the aggressive Remiliarity with the present "system" publlrens have their primary bal- , but the mayor commented, "I don't lot neatly complete for Portsmouth think you'll find it exists today." ward I repr~entat!ves and offlcers. Check Lists ~1 292 New Names I .., Painting Exhibit . Scheduled Her~v For Wednesday ,~ More than 50 paintings will be on display Wednesday afternoon and evening at the first public exhibition sponsored by the Thursday Painters, local amateur artists, at Rockingham hotel. The works, done ln oil, portray scenes of Portsmouth and vicinity. The Thursday Painters have been painting weekly for the past year at the home of Mrs. Franklin E. Jordan, 20 Georges terrace, Pannaway Manor. The paintings are by James Chene! of Kittery, Bradley d'Entremont and Violet Egge of Kittery Point, Marion Fracher, Eleanor True Jordan and Elizabeth Skinner of Portsmouth. Mrs. Clifford Skinner of Portsmouth Is in charge of the display, which Is open to the public. 50 New Voters · Rc~!!s!.e 5 1 !a1~;~1~-k the board of registrars. r·e ported today that 50 new voters had signed rolls in City hall 'a t noon today in the , first of a three-day session. Mr. Reardon termed the number ' "higher than usual" and said the board will be in ~ession today from 2 to 5 pm and 7 to 9 pm and tomorrow and Monday from 9 am to 12 noon, 2 to 5 pm and 7 to 9 pm. Sample Ballots Arrive _in City f_~\city Clerk Eileen D. Foley reported today that she has received sample ballots for the state primary elections Sept. 14. Mrs. Foley said three copies of the sample ballots will be posted in each ward within ~he next few days. She suggested that candidates seeking copies of the ballots contact State Secretary Enoch D. Fuller at Concord. Registrars Sign s\' New Voters Today ' the Persons who have reached age of 21 are having their last opportunity today to register for Tues day's party primaries. The Portsmouth board of registrars of voters ls holding two sessions today at city hall. The hours are from ll am to noon and from 2 pm to 5 o'clock. In addition to the 21-year olds, the board also will register those who have just completed their six months residence requirements. l I �-- ------ .... County Republicans i,D epending on Apathy· ·FQr Sweep in~''Primary Democrats Fail To Fill Ticket' In Portsmouth Tuesday 1s primary day, I Again this year it "looks good" for Rockingham county pol!tlcians who dance their puppet-like followers to tunes of their choosing. A general "I don't give a hoot about primaries" attitude 1s being carefully considered by Republioan politicians in their predictions o! a light vote Tuesday, They grinningly admit that few Rockingham county voters are "smart enough" to realize the "real" election ht Republlcan - dominated Rocking• ham county takes place Sept. 14, not at the general elections on Nov. 2, They say the "lack of contests" for hlg·her offices Is responsible for the l!ttle interest. Records show that small Democratic primary voting 1s traditional, but a hot contest for the United States Senate, House of Representatives or the governorship would pull out the Republ!cans. However, · neither Sen. Styles Bridges nor Rep. Chaster E. Merrow , are opposed in their efforts for r\:• nomination. Gubernatorial aspirant Sherman Adams has been introduced as "our next governor" so often in the past two years the Republicans are completely sold on the idea. One of the outstanding myster!e& of the two years since the last pr!. mary, in which Adams came within 158 votes of Portsmouth's Gov. Charles M. Dale, is the definite assurance o! the Republ!cans that "Sherm" is next in line. "- State Rep. John R. McIntire of Portsmouth has waged a strenuous campaign agalns't the complacent. Adams, but thus far apparently has failed to Jar him and Rockingham county . is host!le McIntire-as far as the pol!tic!ans are concerned. · ·At the mome·nt, Adams Is beIng urged to speak his mind on the celebrated "Story case" but to date he has followed the Republican trend of hoping "it'll all be soon forgotten." McIntire has made no secret of his dislike for the i;tate's administrative scandals. . However, the issues do not seefn warm enough to work into a close contest between the two men. Meanwhl,le, the two major Democratic contests are not likely to at-· a big advantage over Bromley In the fact he is much better known tract the interest o! many Rockthan the ·Lebanon native. ingham county voters. And the However, Bromley is reported to complete lack of Democratic fights for county office further w!ll kill be getting substantial backing from the "Exeter crowd," Salem, Derry interest. Pro!. Herbert W. Hill o! Hanover 1 and other western towns. One observer in the far part of the and Harry 0. Carlson of Plainfield county explained It thusly: are Democratic gubernatorial op"Boynton could've llad the sollponents. cltor's job without a struggle, If Carlson 1s battling aggressively he'd been willing to let the boys The Democratic candidates are but Hill, to all Intents and pttrposes, is resting on his laurels as the operate 'Beano' In Derry, but Sam Alessi Andrew J . Barrett, Democrats' "chosen one." gang over here likes a little gambl- Mary c. D~ndero, Patrick J . KitThe other contest is strictly Maning." tredge and Lise LaBelle .Payette. A real old-fashioned political In the other wards the outlook . chester In locale and Is for nomination to the U. S. Senate with two • clambake is in the "bake"_stage be-_ is dull. war d 2's only Republican tween Atty, Arthur J. Remhart ot contest ls for the three-man board Manchesterites, Alfred E. Fortin Portsmouth and Rep. Thomas F. 1 of selectmen where there are four and Joseph A. Milllmet, as opponMccaffery of New Castle. candidates in t11e field. ents. Reinhart'• political heresyThse are Paul L. Chandler, MarFour Republican county battles , he waa once a Democratic sta~e - garet M. Hayes, Vito P. Massaro are on the books but Rockingham 1enator-appears to be still and Edgar F . wood. county voters as a whole rarely working against him. In PortsThe only remaining Republican show enthusiasm for politics on the mouth, where he should have Ward contest is In ward 3 wihere county level. his greatest strength, the "word" Lee M. Couture and Charles W. deIn the center ring of the Repubis out for l\IcCaffery, a retired Rochemont are both seeking one lican circus is the three-way battle business man. seat on the board of registrars o! !or the Portsmouth district seat on But the contest is admittedly a voters. the county commission. toss up and should be close all the Democratic contests in the The veteran incumbent, Irving way to the last ballot. w. Marston of North Hampton, is Portsmouth wards are even Rockingham county's Republican getting vigorous opposition to his more lacking. Other than the Gibraltar, Sheriff Simes Frink, is bid for renomination from Portsflve-wny fight in Ward 1, the expected to deal a crushing blow to ' mouth's oft-defeated but persistent Democrats are doing nothing, Greenland Police Chief Ea1le W. Ira A. Brown. and have failed even to comCaswell's hopes o! unseatin g the Brown, a seasoned campaignplete a ticket. country's most powerful office er who has served one two-year There a.re no Democratic ward holder. term as commissioner, ls excandidates In Wards 2 and 4, only The political dopesters believe the five In ward 3 and but one 1n ceedingly optimistic over hl1 1 chances, which might be found"organization" controlled by an in- ward 5. cumbent sheriff-through his depued on his faith In the law of On t,he county level the Demot!es-w!ll smash all but the most carts have a commissioner candiaverages. formidable opposition. 1 date In Mrs. Dondero, a state senThe third commissioner candiHowever, the sheriff contest will I atorial aspirant In John P. Loughdate is Granville S. Knox o! Newbe closely watched and I! the "Rock" lin. John P. Carberry o! Rye Is ington. To all appearances Knox shows any signs o! cracking, F1ink running for the governor's council. has not expended much time or will find more-and powerful-op- · energy on, a campaign, although None of these are opposed. position In 1950. there seems to be a growing sentiFew contests for office are being A side show on the Repubment for him-in organized formoffered in the Portsmouth area lican ticket Is a two-man race In the western part of bhe county. towns. In two towns, Seabrook and for the District 2 seat on the Early In the campaign, most of Raymond, there are two-man congovernor's council, Both are the insiders were freely predicting tests for the State House of Repre• from Strafford county-by Rea Marston walkaway. The forecast sentatlves. publican party agreement-and I apparently was based on, the beatHoward A. Ea.ton and William H. are not likely to stir up much ings Brown took in 1944 and 1946. , Durkee are in the Sea.brook race Rockingham county enthusiasm. Today Brown Is conceded at least and in Raymond the contest Is beThe counc!lor candidates for the tween Thomas F . Blultte and Phll1p an outside chance to take the comseat, now held by Paul W. Hobbs of A. Fox. missionership. The whole county political picture Ranking next to the ''center ring" North Hampton, are State Sen. J. attraction is the contest tor county Guy Smart of Durham and form er the weekend before the all-Imporsolicitor between Atty. Noel D. E. state rep,resentative Leon R. Hayes tant primary Is one of indifference Bromley, a member of Atty. Wiland apathy. of Farmington. Perhaps it is best summed up by liam H. Sleeper's Exeter office, and Nor are there any real conte3ts in ' the incumbent, Wyman P. Boynton Portsmouth's five wards, except In one Portsmouth man who told a candidate, "I'll be glad to vote for o! Portsmouth. Ward 1, where both parties h ave five 1candidates up for nomination to you In November but I don't think Boynton, although he appears to these prlma.1ies amount to much." have lost his place of favor among three sea.ts 1n the House of Represome of the county's "big g:uns," has The man had r,o ready answer sentatives. when asked by the political hopeful The Republican aspirants are (Please turn to pare two) Fred E. Cushman, Leland W. Davis, ' how he would be able to vote for him in November, If he failed to get Edwin C. Johnson, James W. Mcnominated 1n September. Muller A.no Harrv B. Palfrey . thj I •I ' �--- Small Vote Expected In Primary Tomorrow After Dull Build - u·p --. GOP Corners Although Portsmouth observers are freely predicting an overwhelming defeat for McIntire, there are many persons ln the western part of the state who believe he may poll M much as 25% of the total gubernatorial vote, The final scramble for votes Jn Adams campaigning has been tomorrow's primary was on today as confined to a few publfc appearcandidates approach the windup of ances and speeches while McIntire the 1948 campaign. has been stumping the back country. With nomination on the RepubWhile the Republican vote Is lican ticket the equivalent of elecnot expected to be heavy, the tion in Rockingham county, practiDemocrats wllJ make an even cally all the political activity has poorer showing, If the performbeen confined to the GOP. ances of past years are any indication. However, observers from all over the state are marking the A small Democratic vote should 1948 primary campaigning as insure the nomination or Hlll Jn the dullest In many years. view of the fact he ls the party's ~ndorsed candidate. Apparently there have been no However, Hill's probable nominals.sues or personalltles involved to tion will not be without a struggle brighten the polltlcal scene and the from Carlson who has travelled the 1ndl1Ierent attitudes reflected by iilghways and byways of the state both candidates and voters probin his "stumpmob!ie" In an effort ably will be reflected in a very light turnout tomorrow. to rouse Democrats from their lethargy, In Portsmouth the polls are Neither of the iwo top Republischeduled to open In the five ward can vote getters, U. S, sen. Styles rooms at 8 am and are to close at Bridges and U. S. Rep. Chester E. 6 pm. Merrow, are opposed for renominaWard 1, Where there are five-man tion. contests for the State House of But they will have opponents In Representatives In both parties, Is the November election. Two Manexpected to have the largest turnchester Democrats, Alfred E. Fortin out. and Atty. Joseph A. MIU!met, are battling for the . senatorial nominaHowever, the .!IOlldly Republican "sllk stocking" ward-Warct 2tion and Peter R. Polrir of Manchester ls unoppo"ed for nomination to will have its usual number of the Merrow's seat. Polltlcally faithful thronging the polls. In the second congressional district the Incumbent, Rep. Norris Contests In tomorrow's primary Cotton, ls ln a three-way battle are confined mainly to the county for the nomination. level where there ls a three-man His opponents are Rita Collyer or wm recapture that traditionally race for the commlssionershlp from Lisbon and Atty. Joseph A. Moore Democratic post now held by Repubthe Portsmouth district; a two-man or Canaan. lican Paul J. Gingras county solicitor race and two men F . 1 None of the five members or Gov. ormer Sen. J. Vincent Moran out for the office o! sheriff. Charles M. Dale's council are seek- Rep. C. Edward Bourassa, forme; Portsmouth men are candiIng reelection. They are all Repub- Sen. Charles 0. Lamy, former Rep. dates In each of the contests. licans. Joseph E. Riley and Arthur st The cornmissionershlp battle Rep. Harry P. Smart of Ossipee ls Laurent seek the Democratic can_Involves Ira A. Brown of Portswithout oppo.~ltlon for the Repub- dldacy, While Alme V, Plante of mouth, Irving W. l'llanton of lican nomination to .~ucceed Carl E. Manchester and Howard S. Beadle North Hampton and Granvllle Morin of Berlin in the first district. of Hooksett are Republican conS. Knox of Newington. Sen. J. Guy Smart or Durham ls tenders. Oppoalng incumbent County soopposed by former Rep. Leon R. Republicans have a three-way licitor WYma.n P. Boynton of Ports- Hayes or Farmington for the Repub- race for flhe councilor seat now held mouth 18 Atty. Noel D. E. Bromley lican bid for the seat of Paul W. by Franklin Flanders of Weare ln of Exeter. Greenland Police Chier Hobbs or North Hampton ln the the fourth dlstr!ct. Former Sen Earle W. Caswell is contesting the 1 second district, John P. Carberry Charles M. Mills of Jaffrey, Sen. J.' renomination of Sheriff Blmee ot Rye is without opposition for the Wesley Colburn and Joseph W Frink. Democratic nomination, Brown seek the GOP bid, and Joh~ Five Manchester Democrats seek O. Bean and Donat Roy, both of State contests are limited to the one-sided battle between Rep. John nomination for councilor from the Nashua, a.re running for the DemR. McIntire or Portsmouth &nd third dL5trlct ln hopes their party ocratic nomination, Sen. Charles F. Sta1Iord of LacoSherman Ade.ms Of Lincoln, (Please turn to page three) nia and former Sen, Herbert D Adams is expected to win handily Swift of New London, both Repub_and wm be opposed in November llcans, seek the fifth district seat by the winner or the Democratic now held by Donald G. Matson of contest between Harry o. Carlson Concord, of Pia.fn!leld and Pro!, Herbert W. There are no Democratic candiHill of Hanover. dates for the fifth and first district :ontests. ' 8-\") Most Activity In City, County I I . - - ~qr ---- s,i ·Adams Trounces John McIntire in State Landslide CONCORD, Sept. 15 (AP)-Former Congressman Sherman Adams won the Republican nomination !or governor In a walk. This nomination has been as good as election for the last 26 years. Adams swamped State Rep. John R. McIntire of Portsmouth-38,792 votes to 7,650-ln yesterday's pri; mary, Adams counted a margin In 29:l of the precincts. Giving •he edge to McIntire were Manche$ter ward six, Nashua ward seven, Orange and Ellsworth. At Millsfield they were tied-each polled four votes. At Portsmouth, voters showed a 1,220 to 320 preference for Adams. Mclntlre's own wardone-gave a 234 to 157 margin for Ad.ams. Adams home town of Lincoln voted for him, 253 to 24, Herbert w. Hill, Dartmouth college history professor, gained the Democratic nomination ln a c~ose race with former National Committeeman Harry Carlson. Returns from the state's 298 pre~tncts gave Hill, making his first bid for a major public office, 10,631 votes to 9,151 for Carlson, I Two New Hampshire Republican congressmen won renominationChester E. Merrow seeking a fourth , term ln the first district; Norris 1 cotton seeking a second term in the second district. Republican U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges was unopposed for renomination. Democrats chose Alfred E. Fortin, former Manchester alderman, to oppose him ln November. With few ls.sues, the total vote was about · 65,000-.slightly under 1946. Political observers regarded a"' the only surprise among the major contests the victory of Fortin over Joseph A, Mllllmet for the Democratic nomination for senator. Mlllimet, a Manchester attorney; • had been endorsed by Vile Demo, cratlc state committee, Congressman Cotton was an easy winner In . a three-way fight. He ------------r rolled up 18,333 votes to 1,809 for Rita Collyer, Lisbon writer, and 1,532 for Joseph Moore, a. Canaan lawyer. Cotton will face Attorney Richard W. Leonard of Nashua in November. Leonard was unopposed for the Democratic nomination. There were no contests in the first congressional district. Merrow was unopposed for the Republican nomination and Peter R. Poirier of Manchester, a former executive councillor, was alone In the race for the Democratic nomination. �Fair ,W eather Fa· s lo Attract Vot s In Primaries Here S\"t 667 Visit' Polls; Election Fever Lacking !n City That usually happy omen of a large eleotlon turnout-a bright, clee.r de..y-1s proving a dismal fa.ti• ure today as few Port.smouth persons ballot on tlhelr 1948 primary choices. The voting a.t noon today wa.s running well. behind the 1946 fig\ ures, with only 667 persons vl.sit\lng the polls In comparison to more ,than 800 In 1946, At the polling places there 1s no air or e,icltement, or of the fever that !nereM!ngly grips voter, candidate a.nd official as the day goes a.long. A pin could be heard to drop in usually clamoroua Ward 2 and 1n equally no!.,y Ward 1 all 1s quiet. Even more lacking than the noise and excitement of election a.re the customary knots of ca.ncllda.tes circling the wards, keeping anxious eyes on the antic■ of their supposed ■up. porters. A few hopefuls were making the rounds but the lack of top leve,l contests was keeping both the voting a.nd the excitement to a minimum. The Portsmouth trend was reflected across the state as the Associated Presa reported less than 300 of 7,000 potential voters In Claremont had entered the polls by noon. In Laconia the voting also was light but heavier than two years ago because several hot county contests are being fought. Manchester ■bowed a slight pin over two years ago-atuibuied to aeveral councilor, lte.'41 ■enate and 1.eounty-.-office eontedll. · Six wards reporting •bowed 1103 votnlg by noon, 48 .Jn'!fl tha.n, 1946. . · 'But . Keene· reported a very l!ght vote. · In the Repub11can ranks, the only major contest 1s between Rep. John R. McIntire of Poru;mouth and Sherman Ada.ms of Lincoln. Adam.a 1s considered "In." I The Democrats are o!!erlng two In addition to rolling up a contests. Harry O. Carlson of Plain• \ 185-vote total for herself, l\Irs, 11.eld Is trying tor the gubernatorial Dondero's victory w as th e noml:na.tlon in opposition to Prof. sweeter when two anti-Dondero Herman w. H!ll of Hanover and two Democrats, Andrew J. Barrett Manchester men, Alfred E. Fortin and Patrick J, Kittredge, were and Joseph A. M!lllmet, are after eliminated by Sam Alessi and the nomination to the U. S. senate, Lise LaBelle Payette. If Portsmouth's usually pow• Leland w. Davis established himerful Democratic stronghold.sel! as a Republican leader in Ward I Ward 1-ls any Indication of 1 when he topped a field of five in Democratic Interest across the conlest for three House seats. Dastate, the Democrats will have vis piled up 220 votes and was fola ama.11 vote total, lowed by Harry B. Palfrey with 182, At noon 65 Democrats had voted in ward 1, where both parties have James McMullen, 161. Fred E. 11.ve-ma.n 11.ghts for three iseats in Cushman and Edwin C. Johnson the House of Representatives. were eliminated. I A November RepublLcan trend in Ward 1 Democrats gave their apward 1 Is possible based on the fact i,roval to Herbert W. Hlll In the the Republ!cans are turning out tor gubernatorial contest by a 24-vote the primary at a rate of two to margin over Harry Carlson, and I Alfred E. Fort in of Manches t er I1a d every Democrat. a two-vote edge In the senatorial ward 2 18 running behind its race 1946 total and wards 8, 4 and 5 Tl;e only ward contest in Ward report very light voting. 2 found Mrs. Margaret M . Hayes, The voting at noon by wards: Paul Chandler and Edgar F. Wood lhe winners In a four-m an con test 1946 1948 for the board of selectmen. Vito 120 175 ward 1 P . Massaro was the loser. 350 300 ward 2 ward 2 Democrats offered no 100 75 Ward 3 candidates in the primary. However, 200 75 Ward 4 thre were several write-Ins. 50 42 We.rd 6 Jn Ward 3, Charles w. de- . Total 667 820 In Exeter the same trend was obvlollll after the polls had been open two hours. A bare hundred per11ona of the 3,000 registered had voted. In 1946, 842 voted 1n the \ gubernatorial contest. Dondero Paces s Five-Mon Field 15 For House Seat Portsmouth's Ward 1 was the scene of the only spirited contests for minor offices In yesLerday's primary, Councilman Mary C. Dondero again demonstrated her sLrong grip on the Democratic vote in the city's largest ward, winning easily In a five-man contest for three seats in the House of Representatives. The former mayor's margin of victory was enougih to give her a larger plurauty than the combined votes of her two nearest opponent.s. Ward 2 (Democrat!c)-all wrlteins-Florence Connors, representative; George K. Sanborn, selectman; Rosalie Morgan and Freda Flannagan, registrars; Thomas F. Connors, moderator, and Freda Flannagan, clerk. Ward 3 (Republican), Florine Kinkaid, Patrick J. Duffy (wr!tein) and Cectl Dame (write-in), selectmen; Mrs. Kinkaid, Leslie c. Manning, Harold S. Woods, selectmen; Lewis M. McNeil, moderator, and Ralph C. Margeson, clerk, Ward 3 (Democratic), John J. Leary and Carlos 0. Hobbs, repre- . sentatlves; Cornelius F. Hobbs, Joseph O'Brien and Mrs. Della Murray, selectmen; Thomas Hennessy, mode rator, and Peter Collins, clerk. Ward 4 (Republicans), Rae s. Laraba, representative; Fred R. King, Alfred P. Smith and Daniel F. McCarthy, selectmen; Ann M. Shea, registrar; Mrs. Ivene S. Patch, moderator, and Kennard E. Goldsmith, clerk. ward 4 <Democratic), all t.'f\e above candidates were also nomlnated on the Democratic ballot. Ward 6 (Republican>. John J. Burkhardt, representative; Henry O. Downs, Jr., Rena F. Dusseault and Everett E. Parshley, selectmen; Mrs. Eleanor L. Pridham, registrar; Willlam D. Schmlgle, moderator, and Mrs. Edna K. White, clerk. , Ward 6 (Democratic), Edward Ingraham, represen t a ti ve,. M r s . Jus h d J B d Jack tine Bee ar , ames arry an LevY, selectmen . Ward 5 (Democratic), Edward Ingraham, representative; Mrs. Bechard, James Barry and Jack Levy, selectmen; Dennis Driscoll, moderator, and Mary Streeter, clerk. Delegates to bhe state conventions were named by write-In votes In all but Ward 2. They are: Ward 1 (three to be elected)Republican, Simes Frink, 3; Saul Rocl~emont was the winner over Silverman, Marshal Leonard H. Lee 1\1. Couture, 162 to 25, In Hewitt, David Quirk, John R. Methe contest for the Republican Intlre, Herbert Pope, Chester E . nomination to the ward's seat Merrow and William Finkbeiner, on the board of registrars of one each. Democrats, Mrs. Donvoters. dero, 41; Carlotta Dondero, 29; and In wards 4 and 5 there were no Eleanor Wade, 30. contests and the Democrats had but ward 2 (three to be elected)one candidate. That was In Ward Republican, Thomas J. Downs, Paul 5 where Mrs. Justine Bechard was J. Griffin and Remick H. Laighton . unopposed for nomination to the Democratic, Florence Connors. hoard of registrars. ward 3 (two to be elected)-ReOther winners by wards were: j ward (Republican), Estelle L . publican, Pat.rick J . Duffy and Les1 lie c. Manning. Democratic, John Fullford, John L. Hersey and Charles H. Marshall, board of seP. Loughlin and James E. Fish. Jectmen: Ellen M. Mccue and Ward 4 (one to be elected)-ReCharles E. Reardon, board of regispubl!can, Edward J. Humphries; trars; Mrs. Mary J. Marshall, modDemocratic, Marcia B. Adams. Mrs. Katherine C. Ward 5 (one to be elected)-Recrator, and publican, John J. Burkhardt; DemoH,eardon clerk. cratic, Justine Bechard. ward' 1 memocra.Uc), Lise La- I Belle Payette, Clifford 0. Thompson and Eleanor J. Wade, board of ·selectmen; Mrs. GerLrude . Caldwell and Lawson s. Keen, registrars of voters· Anthony A. Vinciguerra, . ir.ade;ator, and Stanley Orzechowski clerk. Ward 2 (Republican)• Charles T . Durell Harry H. Foote, and John H. Y;aton, representatives; Walter F Beevers and Willena Byrns, regls.trars; Alvin F. Redden, moderator, and Thomas J. Downs, clerk. I �Yea llest Primary • 1ngs Expected Results SHERMA ADAMS Boynton Looms As 'Strong M_ an' In County Ranks Rockingham county voters slumberlngJy emerged from one of the most lethargic campaigns in recent history today and found little cause to be awakened by the results. For the voting paid off in the same cut-and-dried way in which the campaign had been conducted, with no contests that even approached a reasonable degree of '\Varmth-and no upsets. County Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton, who sent his Exeter RepubliARTHUR J. REINHART can foe, Noel D. E. Bromley, down Newcomer Granville S. Knox of i?, crushing defeat, loomed as the Newington ran a fair bhird in what most significant winner of any con- was considered a "tryout" venture. tested candidacy-not that his vicThe closest fight of them all, tory surprised anyone but because the two-man Republican conof the force with which he obtained ' test for the 24th district Senate it. seat, was won by Atty. Arthur As a result of his triumph, J. Reinhart of Portsmouth. Be Boynton appeared as a new defeated Ws foe from neighbor"strong man" on the county Reing New Castle, Thomas F. Mcpi:1-..-'ican scene, while Sheriff caffery, by 345 votes. Simes Frink, long the county's Rep. John R. McIntire of P--0ff.svote-getting champion, showed mouth did little or no better In his possible signs of slipping. home town and home county than Frink faced rlo serious threat In the rest of the state, with Sherfrom h~ Greenland rival, Police man Adams of Lincoln trampling Ohief Earle W. Caswell, In his bid him under a 6-to-1 landslide for for renomination as sheriff, but he the GOP gubernatorial nomination. came out of the race with a much u. s. Sen. Styles Bridges proved, less tha.n expected 2-to-1 margin. as usual, to be the biggest ballot The Republican county commis- attraction of all candidates in his sioner contest in the first district unopposed bid for renomination. had no abnormal developments as He was the leader In practically Portsmouth's Ira A. Brown failed every voting precinct of.the county. to achieve the "outside chance" he u. s. Rep. Chester E. Merrow, also had been conceded for besting vet- seeking renomination by th_e maeran incumbent Irvin~ w. Marston jority party, ran a strong second of North Hampton. in the total count. A cursory review of haphazard write-In votes indicated that Sheriff Simes Frink might sail into the sheriff's campaign under two banners in November. He appeared, unofficially, to have topped Arthur A. Labranche of Newmarket for the Democratic write-in honors. Boynton was the overwhelming choice of Portsmouth voters in the Republican contest for county solicitor, and It was this margin that carried him comfortably to renomination throughout the rest of the county. I But he was not solely dependent on his "city" support. Twenty towns of the county, some of them right In the "backyard" of his challenger, Bromley, smiled favorably on him. However, as previously predicted, Boynton lost the t/hree "western" strongholds of Derry, Salem and Exeter. The total vote leader on the The significant aspect of the county office level was John W. A. Boynton triumph was the upsetting Green, unopposed, who has been of widespread reports that the "orthe county's register of deeds longer ganization" was "out to get him." It appeared well founded that the than many people can remember. Also well supported with mean- present solicitor was not treated ingless votes in uncontested renom- too cordially by some of the counination bids were "old guardsmen" ty's political factors. Earle R. Stockbridge, county treasSheriff Frink plied up a higher urer, and Frank Nay, register of vote total In yesterday's balloting probate. than two years ago, but his supJ. Guy S.mart of Durham porters were greatly dismayed that scored a. stunning but not sur• ne won "only by a little better than prising victory over Leon R. 2 to 1. Hayes of Farmington in the ReCaswell was considered a weak ublican scuffle for nomination opponent. for the vaunted Frink to governor's council. 2,nd was conceded a 3 . or 4-1 loser Two other senatorial seats were r.t best. The diminution of the exvoted on by various towns in the county but candidates for both of i pected margin stirred spes:ulat!on them were unopposed. They a.re that Frink might have some "fencemending" to do. j Doris M. Spollett of Hampstead and Reinhart had Portsmouth voters ' Derry's police chief and political to thank for his success in the 24th power, Augustus F. Butman. district senatorial contest. He carTh Democratic vote was too light ried a big ·enough margin in this and scattered to have any special city alone to win. The six towns significance. The county followed the wWch had the race on their ballots state-wide trend in making a guber- were evenly divided between the two natorial choice between Herbert W. candidates. Hill of Hanover and Harry Carlson McIntire appeared dismayed but of Plainfield, giving Hill the nod, unsurprised by the roughshod beat229 to 90. , ing handed him by Rockingham The state pattern was reversed in county as well as New Hampshire the Democratic contest for the u. s. voters. Senate as Joseph A. Millimet of "If that's the way they wanted Manchester scored a 165-to-135 vic- It, that's the way they got it," he tory over his fellow townsman, Alfred commented glumly. E. Fortin. As an afterthought, he suggested Peter Poirier of Manchester was that there ought to be some changes unopposed for the Democratic nom- made in the state's primary and ination to Congress in the first dis- election laws. trict. The Democratic nomination for the first district county commission seat went to Mrs. Mary C. Dondero of Portsmouth without dispute. The same applied to John P. Loughlin, also of Portsmouth, 24th district senatorial aspirant, and John P. Carberry of Rye, councilor candidate. I j �Voters' Ignorance s.'1of System Disclosed in Primary Here not an election, although in most of New H11mpshire, Republican nomination is tantamount to election. But regardless of the political weight of Republican nomination, there still must be an election. A primary is held to determine who will represent each party in the November con tests for each office. The primary ls not a new, radical development. It came into being to replace the archaic convention method of. selecting candidates for off!ce. In those "not so good" old days, a small handful of men could control the nomination of a candidate to governorship, Senate or House of Representatives. Many persons resented this control and pressure grew until it resulted in the passage of the 1909 primary law. Not unnaturally, the lawmakers would not stand for the Idea of everyone voting for the candidates of both parties and Although the primary system in New Hampshire 1s nearly 40 years old, Tuesday's primary indicated the voters st!ll have much to learn about their own election machinery. Ward officiaLs throughout the city were telling Tuesday n1ght of the many misunderstandings people took with them to the polling places. Representative of many such instances was the young woman who became highly indignant when she showed up at Ward 3 and demanded her "right" to take both Democratic and Republican ballots into the polling booths. "But you can't stop me," she insisted. "I have a right to vote any way I want to without anybody knowing It." Then she left the polls without voting when she learned that she had to express a. party preference where all could see and hear. A primary, under the law, ls Progressives 'Defy' Non-Extant City Ban Two campaigners of the New Hampshire Progressive party defied their own "understanding" that they would not be allowed to speak in Partsmouth and eld a public rally in Market square last night. " , Apparently gowg on r. ,e assumption that a local city ordinance Carlson said at the time that he would ban their 11ound truck here, was told by police that use of his they came armed with the text o! equipment in Portsmouth was for!l. United States ·supreme court bidden. Questioned on that action ruling holding such a. law inval!d. today, City Marshal Leonard H. And although no challenge was Hewitt huffily told a reporter, "That's water over the dam and I hurled their way, they read it to won't discuss It." the assembled audience. Alexander Karanikas of GoffsHowever, it was determined this town, Progressive candidate for morning that Portsmouth has no Congress in the first district, and such ordinance. Colin Robeson, Dartmouth college City Solicitor Samuel Levy student, were the two Progressive clarlfled that point but found party speakers last night. that the Progressive party • Both of them hewed close to the speakers were guilty of another of.ten-repeated Progressive party mw1lclpal violation by failing phrases, with Karnnikas departing to obtain a. license for their from the general Henry Wallace open-air meeting, theine long enough to take his ReNevertheless, approval for bhe •publlcan foe, Chester E. Merrow, meeting was granted by City Man- bitterly to task. · He a.ttacked Merrow's voting ager Edward C. Peterson, who exrecord as "completely anti-laplained that he acted on grounds bor" and a.ccused the New that "you can't make martyrs out Hampshire congressman of reof people like that." sponsibility for high prices "beThe anti-sound truck issue was cause he voted down the line one which was raised-without against all price control legisrhallenge or Investigation-when lation." Harry Carlson, candidate !or the Both speakers vented their Ire Democratic nomination for governor, was refused permission by po- against the Taft-Hartley labor law, cited the "failure" of the European }! ce to use his amplifying campaign Recovery program, )ashed at "proftrailer here several weeks ago. iteering" by "big business," declared their opposition to the Selective Service law, and pleaded for govem~ent's return to "common man" pf!nciples. so the law demands a declaration o! party from each voter. Not only were the voters confused last Tuesday over the matter of declaring their party preference, but they were even more bew!ldered, as ,indicated by the results when it came to write-in voting. When the two parties failed to complete their respective tickets, the wri te-in voter apparently saw his chance to wield , an eager and reckless pencil. What can happen in such a situation is demonstrated in the case of Sheriff Simes Frink. The sheriff was a candidate for renomination by the Republicans. Yet it 1s quite probable that enough Democrats wrote his name into the blank sher!f!'s space to insure him nomination by that party. The one-score of persons who did the writing-in, even with the best of intentions, quite (Please turn· to page three) Registrars Open 6-Day Session ~, The Portsmouth board o! registrars o! voters began a six-day session at city hall Monday. I Board clerk, Charles J . Reardon, said that all persons no t registered for the general election, Nov. 2, · must get their names on the checklists before the end of the period, Oct. 18 _ The board "\\' as not In session yesterday but ls to meet today day, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and next Mo nd ay. The hours sheduled are from 9 am to noon, 2 pm to 5 11nd 7 to 9 pm. Primary(Contlnued horn page one) effectively blocked what hope the Democrats might have to still put up a candidate to . oppose Frink in the November race. In Ward 1, there was still another example of thoughtless write-in voting. The Republicans had not flied any candidates for delegates to the state convention, but Sherif! Frink was nominated when three persons wrote in his name. Then the voters went haywire. No less than seven persons received one vote ea~h for the two other delegate seats, and among them were U. S. Rep. Chester E . . Merrow of Ossipee, a. non-resident, and City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt, who probably would be prevented from holding tile honor even if he wanted it. In Ward 3, County Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton, a Ward 2 resident, was chosen for a. delegate by several people. In Ward 4, a handful of Democrats effectively killed off any chance of November contests for ward offices by writing In the names of the Republican candidates. Much of the write-in trouble might have been averted if the both parties had fllled their tickets. But here again Is a. testimonial to public indifference and apathy. One official was asked at the time he was filing his candidacy why there were so few filings for this year's primary. He laughed and said, "Well, you see if they can get written in by even one person, !ts cheaper than paying the filing fee, isn't it?" But wh!le the parties were remiss in not preparing complete tickets for their supporte1·s, the voters themselves showed little progress on their own part toward learning primary election procedures. 1 \Ward 5 Voters To Cast Ballots In New Place t ~ Ward 5 voters are to have a new polling place for the Nov. 2 election - the Community Center on Daniels street. Karanikas reviewed the tomatothrowing episode which he experienced earlier this week In Rochester but spoke forgivingly of It by saying, "After thinking about it, the pepole there are ashamed of themselves." He said he expects to return to Rochester soon, at the invitation of the mayor, for another speech there. The Portsmouth meeting was attended by approximately 200 persons. The Portsmouth city council approved the change last night when it was Informed that, the city hall stairs are "too ha.rd" for many people to climb. It is the second time the Ward 5 votinr place has been chang- ed in the more than 40 years since the ward was established. The first location was in the old Spring ma.rket. Approximately 25 years ago when it was moved to its present site in the municipal court room. City Manager Edward C. Peterson was charged with locating the polllnr place Inside thro Community Center build.Jnr �Loca·I G()P to Try For 'New Blood', Set Rally Oct.0513 An attempt to get new blood Into party ranks Is to be launche:i this week by local Republicans who listened last night to a sharp criticism , o! the present Portsmouth clt.y commJttee. ' Resulting from a slashing attack on the party's "weakness" by Kenneth E. Rand, party member for "more than 20 years," the local GOP voted to hold "wide open" organlza tlonal meetings In each ward room Friday night at 7:30. Rand d~lared he had attended every Republican meetlntr for the past five years and 11tlll did not know who Is on the city committee, how It operates, who could belonr, what Its politics are or how It Is orranlzNI. "I've read editorials In The Portamouth Herald describing the Republican party as weak and dying a slow death, and I'm almost Inclined to agree with them," he said. "As I look a.round the room I see nothing but.-bald heads like my own. Why?" he demanded, Rand asserted th)lt the party must have youth but Is not getting It. The voung 1!1e?\ of t~_ay thin~ thny_are 110~ allawed to · even attend meet• Inga llk'o this," he said. First move toward revitalizing the party locally was offered by Councilman William J . Llnchey who urged the "wide open'' meetings In each ward room. "OP'!n ·them to the public and advertise them so the Republicans in every ward will know the meetings are for them," urged Mr. Llnchey. Mayor Cecil M. Neal keynoted the meeting with an expression of his "fear for our way of life." The mayor, a Unlvenlty of New Hampshire alumnus, declarel'I, "It's my opinion that there Is ' even a Communist teachlnr at the university." Hamilton Putnam of Concord, secretary of the state Republican organization, outlined plans for collecting money, He aaked Portsmouth party members to adopt the state financing plan In which the !unda collected are forwarded to Concord !or reallocation to "critical points." L/ 3 City ty\'Selegates lay 'Sm I owns' Pan J A local campaiEl"n against adoption of the so-called "small towns amendmrnt" to the slate Constitution was voted yesterday by Portsmouth's delegation to the Constitutional Convention on the ground that the measure is "detrimental to lhe city's interest." Unanimous opposition to the* measure, which would mean a loss of two P ortsmouth senls in the st.ate Legislature, was exprrsscd by those attrndlng the informal meetIng of the delegation. Only Anclrew J •uvis of Wnrd 2 and Mrs. Mary C. Dondero of Waid 1 were ab~c-nt from the meeting, but Hr. Jrin;s J,ter lnforml'rl the 1 other dr!Pgntr~ that lle approved their action, accordi n~ to Rae S. Lat nba, spokr:m1a n for the delegation's majority, The campaign will be wagccl Jn the form of speaking appearancl's before sen•lcc club~ ancl other orga11izations and the sponsorship of ne\\ spapcr advertising. Clarence C. Sa!1bom · of Ward 3 explnlnt'd the clclegnllon·s slf111cl al a meeting of the notnry club yesterday and Mr. La raba, of Ward 4, Is scheduled lo speak lo the Exchange and Kiwanis clubs, respectively, on the next lwo successive Tuesdays. Mr. Laraba today called at,tentlon to the text of a newspaper advertisement which already has bern authorized by the delegation. The advertisement points out that the proposed amendment, which will appear as Question 6 on the Nov. 2 ballot. will throw the state's legislative rcprrsenlation fm ther out of balance, at the expense of the cities and large towns. It points out that the mrasure would take away 54 representatives from urban eommnnitir~ and award th em to !14 sma II towns, "This mcnm." the advertisement cited in an exnmple. "lhnt 2,000 voler~ In Ward 2 or Portsmouth would lose one srnt lo the town of Lil'ermore, with only four votes In the town. "The adoption of thi.s amendI ment would mean a nrt chan!!'e in the complexion of 1hr Nrw Hampshirr Lrglslntmc or 108 volrs from urbRn to rurnl." Lrncllnp; lhrir slgnnlurrs to thr ndvrrllsr mrn t :Ill(] I hrir s11pport to Ille r:impniqn arr I,,,lnncl W. Davis and Ch1rle· H. Marshall of Ward 1: Mrs . l\tilclred Ashe. ,T. Paul Griffin Rnd fr . Jnrvl.s of Ward 2: Leslie C. Mannln~ and Mr. Sanborn of Ward 1: Mr. Laraha of Ward 4 and John Burkhardt of Ward 5. Portsmouth~\\gCtub Women To Hear Local Candidates The Plscataqua Business and Professional Women's club and the Portsmouth League of Women Voters will sponsor a ,political candidates' meeting at 8 pm Wednesday, Oct. 27, at the Rockingham c~unty court house on State street. Speakers will be Atty. Arthur J'. .. "':\ Reinhart, Republican, and John O. 1 Loughlin, Democrat, . candidates for \ senator from the 24th senatorial district; Irving W. Marston, Republican incumbent, and Mri:. Mary C. Dondero, Democrat, aspirants for the county commissioner's post; and all candidates for representative to the General Court. The expected Injection of new The various candldn.tes hl\ve been blood Into Republican party ranks requested by the two organizations failed to materialize at last night's to fill out questionnaires concerning meeting of the GOP's city committee their background and their reasons and party workers. for running for public office, Each Fewer persons than attended a candidate will be allotted time on previous Republican meeting were the program for speeches. on hand in the court house to hear Proposed amendments to the Mayor Cecil M. Neal, city chairman, state constitution, recommended demand: at the recent 13th constitutional "Why don't more people attend convention, will be discussed , these meetings?" These are the sbc resolutions New When the mayor asked for camHampshire voters will act on at paign suggestions, he waited next month's election: through a full minute of silence be. fore Sheriff Simes Frink suggested 1. Provide for calling the con1a discussion of campaign finances. vention every eight years, rather The sheriff's attempt to get en- r than seven, and other changes In thusiastlc planning under way fell electing delegates and ratifying on apparently deaf ears and again amendments. silence prevailed. 2. Allow the Legislature to adHowever, Kenneth D. Rand, journ for five days, rather than who last week urged "blood two, to eliminate the customary transfusions" to revitalize the Saturday "dummy" sessions. party, urged that each person 3. Allow the Legislature to Impresent bring one guest with pose a. gross Income tax and broadhim to the next meeting which en the Legislature's taxing power. Is planned for Oct. 26. 4. Allow the Le~lslt11ture to reMrs. Mlldred Ashe was appointed classify stock-In-trade for taxation chairman of a committee to make purposes. · arrangements for tfle proposed visit or the "Flying Squadron" on Oct. 5. Allow the Legislature to Impose 19. Sheriff Frink and Mrs. Edna K. an electric energy tax. White were named to assist hei;. 6. Permit every town, regardless Mrs. Ashe was also designatof size, to have a reprMentatlvc in ed as head of the party's transthe Legislature. portation committee and Mrs. White as chairman of the publicity committee. Atty, Arthur J, Reinhart heads the registration committee; Mrs. Hope Wilson, fimmce; and Mrs. May I Kingsbury, absentee ballots. · Mrs. Wilson's finance committee will have as members the ward Ichairmen: Ward 1, Frank Burr; Ward 2, George A. Bridle; Ward 3, Edward C. Keefe; ward 4, Kenneth D. Rand; and Warci 5, William Rose. In addition the city committee chairman, Mayor Neal, and the secretary, Thomas J. Downs, are members. _Young ~lood Fai'ls to Flow ~ \ ,~ In Veins of GOP I I �44 Unofficial County and Town ~ 0 ""w ~ WARD I WARD II WARD Ill WARD IV WARD V PORTSMOUTH TOTALS ATKINSON AUBURN BRENTWOOD CANDIA CHESTER DANVILLE DE'ERFIELD DERRY EAST KINGSTON EPPING EXETER, FREMONT GREENLAND HAMPSTEAD HAMPTON HAMPTON · FALLS KENSINGTON KINGSTON LONDONDERRY NEW CASTLE NEWINGTON NEWFIELDS NEWMARKET NEWTON NORTH HAMPTON NORTHWOOD NOTTINGHAM PLAISTOW RAYMOND RYE SALEM ,, SANDOWN SEABROOK SOUTH HAMPTON STRATHAM WINDHAM COUNTY TOTALS 317 558 243 230 68 1416 52 75 197 109 132 89 64 797 59 90 780 85 131 I ' 200 332 84 37 155 97 74 102 77 56 193 227 68 ' 46 96 164 218 775 110 151 62 83 259 7712 276 505 216 180 59 1236 50 81 185 101 127 88 65 734 57 84 752 83 128 189 315 79 34 140 91 73 92 75 54 195 222 66 47 95 154 215 677 101 138 61 79 249 7277 1,1,1 "' ~ < 0 < "...z "'>w < ::z: 70 118 32 49 333 u ~ 157 108 66 56 33 420 210 346 162 124 45 887 273 48 6 64 16 47 154 31 81 118 18 17 76 60 8 660 255 54 5 4 86 664 197 16 70 112 25 214 8 64 283 6 78 28 8 104 54 80 . 16 70 13 24 89 11 68 48 8 124 70 208 35 71 10 34 14 22 86 117 60 203 32 123 791 90 25 87 96 11 52 16 67 103 155 6623 1885 25 11 234 547 213 174 52 1220 5 120 37 215 151 123 34 856 37 50 161 80 113 57 38 20 38 40 456 54 107 179 10 23 223 9 8 15 26 96 172 60 21 97 8 8 24 45 74 63 50 102 17 16 11 4 49 65 10 136 53 38 50 7 29 141 53 60 60 20 27 19 12 31 58 3 312 1133 87 50 555 62 75 717 73 110 171 245 69 28 140 73 59 81 69 42 184 187 55 40 76 132 168 464 86 70 58 66 183 5752 z ... "' "< z 216 334 157 123 32 862 117 200 61 73 19 470 175 322 158 108 53 816 38 53 150 71 117 91 48 627 54 75 661 70 105 181 239 67 28 134 11 27 75 31 26 40 21 34 59 17 18 8 25 " ""u w "' "' 0 LI. Voters to Face o'JP Involved Ballot In Nov. 2 Election :) 72 58 74 64 42 169 186 53 42 82 139 171 475 98 58 54 65 187 5160 0 ~ 52 71 57 26 243 32 40 494 36 39 170 240 52 18 87 24 31 21 46 24 128 165 28 20 56 57 149 76 41 106 27 30 42 2841 ~ )( " z ~ 67 45 35 8 268 5 The first column Is devoted to the Republican candidates for office, headed by Gov. Thomas E. , Dewey of New York, the party's presidential nominee. 52 25 35 10 8 14 30 14 16 86 15 3 14 16 1 Next to the Republlcan ·list Is the Democratic ticket with President Harry, S. Truman at the top. Henri A. Wallace'•s _Progressive slate Is In the third column and In t!1e fourth column is the Socialist-, Labor party headed by Edward A. Teichert, candidate for President. . I T he six amendments approved by t.he Cc,nstitutional convention last May follcw: 9 52 106 2451 A~~oss tie bottom of the bal;ot • . are I the two questions on the ' sale ·,of liquor and beer which ar" biennially put before the people. 127 14 21 117 27 23 41 27 8 ', 0 16 196 17 21 12 65 19 50 10 The fifth column Is left blank for "write-In" candidates and the last column-wider than the otherslists six suggested amendments to the State Constitution which must be approved,' by the voters befor~ 1rtdoption, · . 11 8 27 Each citizen on arrival at a pollIng place _wi11 be presented w!th a six-column, 19 by 12 1, ~ inch, ballot, listing no less than four candidntcs for President o! the United stales. 133 24 342 15 26 11 15 46 32 215 Voting on Nov. 2 may be a complicated and involved procedure. 0 0 m 15 57 6 11 24 52 47 563 20 17 23 44 63 1957 1. P1ovide for calling the convention every eight years, rather than seven, and other changes in electing delegates and ratifying amendments. 2. Allow the Legislature to adjourn for five days, rather than 'wo, to eliminate the customary Saturday "dummy" sessions. 3. Aliow the Legislature to impose a gross income tax and broad_ _ _ _ _ 1 en the Legislature's taxing power. 4. A1low. the Legislature to reclassify stock-in-trade for taxation purposes. 5. Alluw; the Legislature to Impose ~ an elei::tric energy tax: I) ~' 6. Permit every town, regardless ward 1 Republican inspectors are U. s. Assistant Atty. Gen. A. Deof size . to have a representative In Joseph Katkln and Frank Burr. the Legislature. vltt vanech of Washington will be Democrats, Eleanor Wade, Ruth the principal speaker Monday night Ashcraft, Lise Labelle Payette and 1 \ at a dmner meeting of the DemoThere could be a "battle of the j Louise Dyer. . , cratic city committee of Portsmouth. sexes" to enliven the general elecward 2, Democrats, Josephme O • His arrival was confirmed this tlon on Nov. 2. Donnell, Margaret R. Capone and ·morning by Mrs. Mary C. Dondero, Stella York; Republicans, Ira A. Portsmouth Republicans will have chairman of the committee. The only one woman acting as a ballot Brown, Edward H. Paterson and Almeeting will open at 6 :30 pm In the 1 inspector In the city's five wards vin G. Redden. Rockingham ballroom . Ward 3, Republican, Robert H. while their Democratic opponents Other speakers will be Herbert W. Whalen and Mrs. Duffy; Democrats, More than 10,000 persons are regwill have but one man. HIJJ of Hanover, Democratic candl· Jacqueline Mitchener and Catherine iste red in Portsmouth for the Nov. The appointments were announdate for governor of New Hamp2 general election. ced Saturday by City Man~ger Ed- Ti~o;.d 4, Democrats, Marcia Adams\ shire; Peter R. Poirier of Manchester, Cha rles J. Reardon, clerk of the 1 candidate for representative to Conward C, Peterson, after a brief coun- and Lena Armen; Republicans, board of registrar~ of voters, said gress; Alfred E. Fortin of Mancil meeting. Charles Pike and Winfield S. Call. today that more than 500 names had chester, candidate for the governor's Edward Ingraham In Ward 5 Is ward 5, Republicans, John R. been added to the lists during the councii; John P. Loughlin of Portsthe lone male Democrat and Althea Burkhardt and Henry 0. Downs; board's recent six-day session. , mouth candidate for the state Duffy in Ward 3 is the only ~e-1 Democrats, Justine Bechard and Mr. Senat;; and Mrs. Dondero, candipublican woma1: serving as an m- Ine:raham. date for the county commission. spector. _ __ -,Battle of Sexes' • Looms for City -o· Ballot lnsp~ctors I Loca·I Democrats To Hear Leaders Monday Night I 10,000 Registered In Portsmouth ,~, I I I �L}5 Totals Primary_ z z >- ..I ..I 0 I- la.I 239 370 155 124 52 940 42 52 127 89 93 71 49 563 48 67 S32 57 74 204 173 43 15 125 51 53 78 58 37 139 131 44 28 7l 139 149 . 798 90 118 50 58 174 5630 3 21 306 23 64 19 166 39 19 29 40 27 33 22 16 60 160 23 20 29 42 78 93 25 88 11 18 75 2623 < :c < uu 0 68 70 37 35 32 232 10 27 73 21 37 22 18 279 11 u. u. ~ 289 500 216 95 . 176 31 62 636 1243 144 251 115 LI.I ...I a: co ~ " la.I m 0 >- >- ~ "' a: 139 235 110 116 32 632 216 424 164 19 26 24 51 82 100 62 26 91 42 42 46 39 :-- 21 353 528 24 30 51 36 323 523 51 26 104 27 29 182 223 92 65 17 16 17 49 79 62 26 71 18 88 16 40 30 31 20 81 86 163 59 29 26 22 21 41 50 75 89 183 40 120 806 41 66 95 66 23 28 58 24 .79 150 4298 3713 >< z z "'a: c., 251 466 195 199 48 1159 245 445 186 216 46 1138 267 472 202 218 50 1209 48 62 187 82 124 42 64 187 78 117 45 63 179 80 120 54 648 57 605 57 639 82 796 80 128 186 299 83 34 141 84 69 93 79 56 178 215 58 49 85 150 206 573 92 78 747 81 119 185 275 79 34 133 80 69 82 769 79 125 200 284 78 35 132 77 72 94 73 50 z 113 60 977 67 65 69 44 18 60 17 38 105 104 104 26 960 43 83 203 1305 6773 90 75 49 175 205 57 44 73 147 203 452 U,I 177 208 52 46 77 88 152 209 647 98 111 75 196 6580 217 6815 92 75 - -=--=~==:.:::,______;...;_;;;;~--, Political Roundup *** o·'<\ *** Marston-Dondero Fight Holds Election Spotlight in County as Democrats Oller Little 'Landslide' Resistance The political circus in Rockingham county this general election season ls strictly a one-ring affair, with Uttle to attract the voters' In terest. The only "real show" that appears worth watching ls the toothand-nall ba,ttle for ballots which Portsmouth's Mrs. Mary C. Dondero Is expected to wage against county Commissioner Irving W. Marston of North Hampton, the veteran Republican stalwart of the hinterlands. Other than that, however, the few remaining contests are mediocre sideshows to the main event-largely for the lack of competitive talent. Only ln a few 1howln1s or token resistance Is the Democratic parly puttlnr up a ftrht for the Nov. % awards of public office, except 1n the Manton-Dondero strugrle. This applle■ almost as uclly on the state level, - ------------ Whlle Mrs. Dondero Is far and away the "strong" candidate of the county's Democrats, any presumptions about her election being a foregone conclusion appear highly premature. With a Republican sweep in prospect on a state and national buls, she probably will face the handicap of many a "straight'' Republlcan ticket. And then, too, there Is the not Inconsiderable popularity which · Mr. Marston enjoys outside of Portsmouth. It seems almost a certainty that Mrs. Dondero will have to take her home city by storm In order to overcome the rather deep-rooted advantages of her down-county foe. A victory for Mrs. Dondero would probably prove more than just the vanquishing of an old-llne protagonist of the majority party. It would • mean that the redoubtable lady from Portsmouth had upset the whole 1 order of things and emerged as a personal power beyond the corporate llmlts of her present following. As expected, Mrs. Dondero ls confronted by unlfled opp<1111tion from the Republican "organization," ,1nce probably nothing could upset the GOP more than any upset she might accomplish In her duel with Mr. Marston. Even the fact that the commissioner from North Hampton 1s reportedly out of favor with the county commission "boss"-Alvin E. Foss of East Kingston-does not temper the Republlcan attitude toward that possible outcome. The outlook ls neither exciting nor revealing as far as the contest Is concerned between Arthur J. Reinhart, converted Republican from Portsmouth, and his fellow townsman, John P. Loughlin, In the election of a 24th district senator. The worthy test that Attorney Reinhart underwent In the primaries a. month ago gives him a definite edge over the lesser known Loughlln, who re.sumed residence In Portsmouth only a year ago after many years service with the federal government In various parts of the country. A contest also prevail, in the 23rd senatorial district, which covers the southeastern fringes of the county. There Sen .. Doris M. Spollett of Ham~tead is opposed for reelection by Herbert 4)!:astman of Kensington, The venturesome ~. Ea!ltman also flfUJ'U in another count:, ' ~ • contest--''ventureson1e" because he Is out to unseat the perennial register of deeds, John W. A. Green of Exeter. But Mr. Green ls probably undisturbed by the challenge, after havinr held the office for more than 40 years. I Rumor has it, however, that he might not feel as complacent two years from now, when County Commissioner Foss enters a bid for the job, That is the prospect as reported by those who believe they are "in the know." Mr. Foss Is unopposed for reelection, but his fellow county commissioner, Mahlon C. Currier of Danville, Is not having It quite as easy, since 1 Carl M. Fogg of Deerfleld, a Democratic hopeful, also has designs on the District 2 commission seat. A race ls also on for the second district seat on the governor's council. State Sen. J. Guy Smart, Republlcan from Durham, 1s expected to have 11ttle trouble In beating John R. Carberry, Rye Democrat, to succeed the retiring Paul W. Hobb~. The county picture Is completed with the reelection sallles of the unopposed Republ1can "regulars"-Sherlff Simes Frink, County Sollcltor Wyman P . Boynton, Treasurer Earle R. Stockbridge and Regl.!ter of Probate Frank B. Nay. A Republlcan victory of landsllde proportions appt:ars certain In the , races for state office. Sherman Adams of Lincoln has been Introduced as "our next governor" so long that everyone is believing It, and it's virtually a certainty that ' the prophecy will be fult\lled. Herbert W. Hill, the Dartmouth history professor, hasn't nhausted himself in local environs but Is waging a vigorous campaign In other parts of the state. He Is reported to have picked up considerable support In recent days, though not nearly enouJh to jolt Mr. Adams from his cocksure approach. U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges knows that It's just a waste of effort for him to campaign-and he's right. Nothing that Alfred E. Fortin, Manchester Democrat, can do wlll even brush the Incumbent senator's chances of reelection. The same holds for U. s. Rep. Chester E. Merrow of Ossipee, whose campaign for public acclaim never ended since his original election In 1942. It ls only of passing Interest that he Is opposed by Peter Poirier, another Manchester Democrat. The Progressive party Is addlnr variety to this year's ballot by putting forth candidates for the three-major offices In this part of the state. Mrs. Irma c . Otto of Center Sandwich seeks the governorship while John G. Rideout, University of New Hampshire faculty member, Is running for the U. S. Senate and Alexander E;aranlkas of Goffstown 1s a candidate for the national House of Representatives In the first district. Interest Is focused not so much on how the Progressive candidates will make out, however, as what kind of voting strength the party will show. --- - - - �to, cal 0Vote Expected Absentee Ballots . . ?.<\ To Top 1944 Record Portsmouth's total vote In the general ·election Tuesday may hit 9,000, exceeding the 1944 high mark of 8,245 in a national, election by more than 700, . A 250,000 1 ~:;gardless of jts total vote, Ports- _ , 1me ay 'Slated Tomorrow By LocaI GOP a n~~ Applications for absentee ballots 2 general election a.re being accepted at the city , clerk'& office, city hall. to be used at the Nov. l *-================= ·/old r· , R·11 vote ls expected In New • 1H.llJnp§h1,;_e · br some observers ·who -ate ~$asffig_,tfielr calculations on ~ 12,000 more'~ registrations than in Local Democrats Wrest Control of . State Delegation Available Here For Nov. 2 Voting Approximately 30 persoru planning to . be absent from the city election day have already made application, according to City Clerk Elleen D. Foley. I mouth probably will re!lect a truer l S' However, wheliher Portsmouth percentage of persons on· the checklist who vote than any other of the . citizens plan to vote In person or state's cities. ab.sentee, they will be confronted The first semblance of "old-time" by a six-column ballot; Last year the city's antipolitical campaign spirit Is to be quated checklists were scrapSecretary of State Enoch D. ., ped and an entirely new regisdisplayed tomorrow night by the Fuller announced today four tration was ordered by the LegRepublicans when they stage a 'parparties have been listed on the . islature. 1948 ballot. One of the two reade and a rally In Market square. .' Instead of the 16,000 names on maining columns will be for A visit to Portsmouth by the the lists as in 1944 and 1946, there writeln candidates and the sixth GOP "Flying Squadron" will touch now are approximately 10,000. Mo.st will list the amendments sugoff the "red fire" carefully bought officials contend that those now gested by the Constitutional by one party enthusiast. registered a,re interested enough to convention. vote. The three principal speakers The four parties on the Nov. 2 Particularly, they feel this to be on tour with the squadron are ticket are the Democratic, Repubtrue when it is considered that for U. S. Sen. Styles Bridges, U. S. lican, Progressive and Soclallsta city election last year more than Rep. Cheter E. Merrow and Labor. · 7,000 out of 9,000 registrants voted. gubernatorial aspirant Sherman In addition, at the bottom of the In 1940, Portsmouth cast 8,164 Adams. ballot wUl be the biennial referenvotes in the presidential contest, giving the late President Roo.sevelt Prior to the parade, the visiting dum on beer and liquor. 4,992 to 3,172 for the Republican GOP dignitaries are to be guests Mr.s. Foley said she had been incandidate, Wendell L. Wilkie. at a dinner in the Hotel Rocking- . formed that &ample election ballots Portsmouth went Democratic na- ham. After the dinner, a parade is are to be available after Oct. 18. tionally again in 1944, despite the to form on State street, pass into The a,bsentee ballots should be mallswing of Ward 2 back into the Re- 1 Middle street and up Congress street ed to the city clerk shortly after, publican column. The voters gave to the square. she said. President Roosevelt 4,769 to Gov. After the campaign speeches -the Absentee ballots may be obtained Thomas E. Dewey's 3,486. The total party will adjourn to the Rockingeither In person or by mail, the city vote was 8,255. ham for dancing to which the gen- clerk .said, but In all cases apMeanwhile, New Hampshire in eral public is Invited. I plication must be made to the city 1940 turned out a total of 238,000 The general arrangements for the clerk's o!!!ce. out of 291,000 registered voters. reception to the "Flying Squadron" A standard form will be given However the war cut into the total 1n the 1944 national election are under the direction of Ir:i. A. the applicant, which must be signed Brown. The committee in charge by the board of registrars. of voters. when 231,000 voted. consists of Mrs. Mildred Ashe, Mrs. Official figures record 298,307 The a,bsen<tee ballot must be reEdna K. White and Sheriff Simes · names on the checklists for the turned to the city clerk in time to Frink. 1946 state elect.ion and a total be placed in the baJlot box In the of 163,451 voting in the gubervoter's ward before the poll.i clo.se ' natorial contest. a.t 6 pm, Nov. 2. Portsmouth in the 1946 election •cast only 6,466 votes, out of 16,000 registrants, alt.hough a local man, Gov. Charles M. Dale, was a candidate. A general Increase in registration Ballots to supply the needs of -throughout the state this year, however indicates that more than 310,- Portsmouth's 10,000 registered voters were delivered to the city clerk's More than 300 Portsmouth citi000 ~ersons are on the checklists. zens are expected to vote absentee ~.For the state to turn out a total office today. in Tuesday's election, the city clerk vote of 250,000 would mean an inCity Clerk Eileen D. Foley said reported today. crease of only 3% over 1944. The the ballots would be distributed. at Mrs. Eileen D. Fol ey said 216 1944 figure of 231,000 represents 77 % the polls before the official openmg , absentee ballots have been m ailed of the checklist strength and 250,at 8 am Tuesday . to voters as far away as Callforma . 000 next Tuesday would be 80 % of the registered voters. Polling places will remain open 1and North Dakota . Other absentees are located in Maine, Rhode Island, •until 6 pm, the clerk added. Massachusetts, New Hampsh ire and Voters In four of the wards will Connecticut. Ward 2 tops the absentee voting go the usuaJ polling places but Ward 5 citizens are to cast their lists with 82. Ward 1 is in second ballots at the community Center. place with 49; Ward 3, 34; Ward 4, The location of the ward's head- 31; and Ward 5, !6. seventy-two of the ballots al- j quarters was changed recently by ready have been returned by t.he 1 the city council. voters. P, ' The ward 1 polls are in the old fire station on Maplewood avenue; ward 2, at the county court house, · state street; Ward 3, the old fire station on Bartlett street; and I ward 4, in the ward room on Meet- I ing House hill .. I I ·City Receives ".'}.\ 1O,000 BaHots I 300 Absentee . Votes Expected ()~o.. Wards 1 and 5-the biggest and smallest in the city-plunged h_eadlong Into the Democratic camp yesterday In the balloting !or ward cffices. The trend shown by tho.se two wards-added lo Ware! 3-glves Portsmouth Its first Democrat-controllec! delegation to the state House o! Representatives in many years. Entitled to six seats In the House, the three wards elected ' a Democrat to each. The other four will be filled by Republicans from Wards 2 and 4. Moreover, In Wards 1 and 5, the Democrats took over all the ward offices, except one, several of them previously held by Republicans. The one exception Is in Ward 5 where Mrs. Jusllne Bechard and Mrs: Eleanor L. Pridham are deadlocked with 230 votes each for the board of registrars of voters-the only lie reported in Rockingham county. Councilman l\lary C. Dondero further demonstrated her hold over Ward 1 when ,she not only led her ticket in the fight for representative but took two other Democrats, Sam Alessi and Lise LaBelle Payette, with her. Repunlicans Leland W . .. Davis, Jnmes W. McMullen· and ' Harry H. Palfrey went down in defeat before the Dondero powerhouse. oti1er War.cl 1 offices were swept as clea:1iy by the Democrats as the l10use seals. Mrs. Payette, Clifford o. Th,,mpson and Mrs. Eleanor J. Wade went In as selectmen. They defeated Estelle L. Fullford, John L Hersey and Charles H. ' ~1ars!1al1. : Reek,ted to the board of registrars of voters was Mrs. Gertrude Caldwell, while Charles J . Reardon, Republican board clerk, was de- i ~rated. The second member from the •1 ward is Democrat Lawson S. Keen , who to1:ped both Mr. Reardon and Mrs. Ellel' M . McCue. \ Stanley J. Orzechowski was reelected Ward 1 clerk over J\Jrs. Katherine C. Reardon and I Anthony Vinciguerra. defeated Jllrs. J\Jary J. l\farshall for mod• erator. Rep. John J. Burkhardt, Ward 5's Republican incumbent, was tumbled In a contest !or reelection by Edward J. Ingraham. Also defeated in a bid for reelection was Ward Clerk Edna K. White, who lost a close contest to Mary L. Streeter. The two Democrats running for the three-man board of selectmen in ward 5 were elected. They were Mrs. Justine Bechard and James Barry. The third board member is Henry o. Downs, RepubUcan. , �Republican moderator, WUJlam D. Schmlgle Wll8 unopposed for reelection. John J. Leary, veteran Demo- , cratlc repre.sentatlve, was reelected, heading Democratic vote-getters In Ward 3. Tbe ward's other seat will be filled by Carlos 0. Hobbs, also a Democrat. Leary and Hobbs defeated Mrs. Florine Kinkaid and Pa.trick J. Duffy. Afternoon Rush From Navy Yard To Swell Total Interested spectators during the morning's voting in Wards 1 and 2 were Portsmouth high school seniors. The seniors made trips to the polls under the guidance of their teachers to watch the working of democracy in action. They are to be on hand tonight when the ballots are counted In the various ward rooms. The youngsters are of more Interest to their elders than even they can guess. One of the most fre- A heavy vote. That became apparent today as Portsmouth reflects the national trend with more t-h an 2,000 citizens balloting before noon today. quent questions asked. in the ward Mrs. Kinkad was also deHowever, the noon total today 1s rooms was: feated in her bid for reelection nearly 2,000 behind the mark set in "Have you heard how the school to the board of selectmen when 1944 when 4,500 persons had voted kids voted?" by noon. Republicans Leslie C. MannJng Even cynical old politicians put and Harold S. Woods and Demosome faith in the trend shown by crat Comelus F. Hobbs were the ThP Port.smouth Herald will be the school children , probably bewinners In a six-man race. lieving it shows the way parents on the job to give its readers Other "also-rans'' were De!Ja are thinking. personal service on tonight's Murray and Joseph O'Brien. Despite the large early morning election count. For the latest crowds, th e voting proceeded in orDemocrat George H. Thorpe was r.eturns from the nation, state derly fashion. Patrolmen were on reelected to the board of registrars or county, call The Herald office duty in each of the polling places over Charles W. deRochemont and ILewis M. McNeil and Ralph C. and were under Marshal Leonard at 37, after 8 pm. H. Hewitt's direct super vision. Margeson, Republicans, were reelected moderator and clerk reThe smaller morning turnout may be due, however, to the fact spectively. Opposition to Margeson that naval shipyard employe.s were , was offered by Peter W. Colllns. able to vote earlier in the day in A few sketchy contests were on 1944 than this year. In the Portsmouth wards the Ward 2 ballot where there were this morning early voters were no Democratic candidates !or repon hand before the polls were resentative, moderator and only one officially declared open. !or selectman. Wards 1 and 2 reported nearly 800 voters each an hour before Reps. John H. Yeaton and Harnoon time and Ward 3 was not far ry H. Foote were returned to the behind with 600. House and Charles T. Durell was The two smallest wards, 4 and 5, elected to replace Rep. Remick H. reported 250 and 150 respectively. Lalghton whose term expired. ·Portsmouth went along with the Moderator Charles T. Durell said national trend yesterday, giving its Walter F. Beevers and Willena that voters were being processed support to Pre.sidebt Truman, alByrns ea.sily won out :for the board in Ward 2 at a rate of about five though the county went Republlcan. of registrars over Freda I. Flanaa minute. U continued, that rate gan and Rosaline Morgan, DemoThe President's 4,050 vote.s in would result in nearly 3,000 ballots Portsmouth topped Gov. Thomas crats. George K. Sanborn, high cast In that ward alone. E. Dewey's 3,884 but In the county Democrat for local office, was beat"Interest" and "fair weather" are the New York governor piled up en in his bid for the board of selectcredited by veteran observers as the 18,889 to Mr. Truman's 11,909. men by Edgar F. Wood, Paul L. two major factors In the large turnGovernor-elect Sherman Adams Chandler and Mrs. Margaret M. out. Haye.s, fared better local!y than president· The early morning voter wert! ial hopeful Dewey, rolling up a 4,095 In Ward 4-where the candidates predominantly women, according to to 3,720 margin over Pro!. Herbert for the lesser offices appeared on officials. W. Hill. both sides of the ballot-there was Larger crowds are expected durThe major county battle saw no intere.st. ing the afternoon as naval shipyard Commissioner Irving W. MarsState Sen. Rae s. Laraba was employes get free time in which to ton returned to his post by a 2 elected to succeed Rep. Edward J. vote. to 1 margin over Mrs. Mary C. Hopley as the ward's representative Record voting was anticipated to Dondrro of Portsmouth. to the Legislature. some extent by city of!!cials and However, it was not before Mrs. Mrs. Ivene s. Patch was elected additional voting booths have been Dondero proved to Portsmouth Repto the moderatorshlp now held by placed in several of the wards. ublicans she ls still a force to be Hopley and Kennard E. Goldsmith Election officials with the reckoned with. She tallied 4,165 was again chosen ward clerk. "best deal" today apparently votes in Portsmouth to 3,681 !or 'I1he board of selectmen are Fred are those in Ward 5 where the Marston but the county towns "cut" King, Daniel F. McCarbhy and AlCommunity Center lobby affords her, 18,123 to 10,528. fred P. Smith. Mrs. Ann M. Shea easy chairs. In fact, it wa.s a Republlcan "day" was· reelected to the board of regMost cramped and harassed for In all the state and county offlce.s. 1.strai:s. ' space are the workers In Ward 1 All the Ward 4 candidates are U. S. Sen. Stlyes Bridges was given , where 17 booths have been, jammed a generous helping hand by Portsnominally Republican but were into the narrow confines of the old mouth and the county In his bid written in the Democratic ballot at engine house. the Sept. 14 primary. to return to Washington. Portsmouth The Ward officers are wryly pre- alone gave the senator a 1,600 majdicting very late hours for them- ority. selves as crowds continue to pour Also kindly treated was U. S. Rep. Into flhe polling places. Chester E. Merrow who was given Slowing up the counting of the 1,226 more votes than his opponent, ballots will be the six constitutional Peter R. Poirier of Manchester, amendments and the two referenda 4,412 to 3,186. on liquor and beer. Unopposed incumbent RepubIn addition the ballots carry the lican offlcials reelected were rames of neal'ly 50 persons who are Sheriff Simes Frink, County running for ·state, national or local Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton, office. Register ot Probate Frank B. Nay and Treasurer Earle R. Stockbridge. I GOP Town Vote Downs Dondero; YJ.3 City Democratic I ' I Rockingham county gave a gen• erous boost to the political fortW1es of governor's council candidate, J. Guy Smart of Durham, when his home county or Strafford reported a majority of 196 for Democrat John P. Carberry of Rye. State Sen. Smart returned the dubious compliment by rolling up a crushing vote in Carberry's home stamping grounds. The unofficial Rockingham county figures are 13,725 to 7,660. Comoined with Strafford county the totals are 23,864 for Smart and 17,996 for Carberry. Wha; promised to be one of the b~st county contests-between Atty. Arthur J. Reinhart and John P. Loughli11 Democrat, both of Portsmouth, for the state senate-went the way of the Republican tide. Reiu11art received 4,143 votes in Portsmouth to 3,615 for his opponent. Portsmouth and the six towns in the 24th senatorial district returned 5,952 for Reinhart and 4,967 for Loughlin. County Commissioner Alvin E. Foss h ad opposition on the ballot, but because he Ls a resident of t:'le second commLsslon district and not thp. third where Mr. Foss lives, Carl M.. Fogg could not win. Mahlon C. Currier of Danville, the I ~hird incumbent commissioner, was I unopposed. A contest was offered against Register of Deeds John W. A. Green by Herbert L. Eastman of Kensington. ' However, Green, the redoubtable Vt>tera•1 crushed his opponent by a 2 to 1 margin. The final county total · was 18,820 to 9,212. Henry A. Wa!Jace's Progressive party had little effect on the outcome. Wallace himself ran behind the party's senatorial candilfate, Prof. John G. Rideout of Durham, 319 to 293. Alexander Karanlkas, contending for the seat held by Representative Merrow received 193 votes and Mrs. Inna C. Otto had 160 county admirers. There was never any doubt firom the time Portsmouth figures started to come in that the city would go Republican in everything but the presidential contest. Although Professor Hill gained an early edge In Ward 5, it wa.s quickly erased by Ada.ms' gains in Republican Ward 4. 1 Ward 3, the next to report, went into the Hill column but did not offset the Ward 4 margin, which was Increased when Waird 2 piled on a 520-vote majolity. Democratic Ward 1 could not make up the difference. Senator Bridges and Representative Merrow who !ought very lackadaisical coW1ty campaigns, were never in serious trouble. Ward 5 returned slender majorities for the~ both. The entire election-below the presidential race-went "according to the book." When balloting on the "small towns" amendment, the voterg followed a "dog eat dog" trend With the toW11l; supporting the proposed act and Portsmouth repudiating it. Detailed figures on how the towns and Portsmouth voted are presented In a chart on page 10. �.·New Hampsh.ire V ot ers l\-P en C ·-...., 0 9 ,-... N'I l/'\ N ,_ l/'\ N'I oo 0\ I.I'\ N ,_ Ill ,- t-- t-- 00 "<:t° Nommo t-o \O"<:t-NN,- ~' Cl) >- (IJ :, a ;1.1 ARTHUR J. REINHART Th e y likewise went against Amemiment 4, which would increase ~he powers of taxation on utllltles. Amendment 1, which would permit the General Court to adjourn for periods not exceeding five days r~ceived approval, as did arnendent 2. providing for Constitutional convemions every eighth year instead oi every seventh. A proposal-Amendment 5-to grant the Legislature authority to reclassify stock-in-trade was spurned by boU1 the city and county. The voters in Rockingham county generally opposed Amendment 3, whioh would permit the legislature to overhaul the state's tax structure. . A recount of Ward 3 ballots for the three-man board of selectmen was requested today by Joseph O'Brien, six-vote loser to Republican Harold S. Woods. ' Cornelius Hobbs, Democrntic ward chairman, said Mr. O'Brien's petition for a recount is being forwarded to the office of the secretary of state. The Ward 3 Democrat lost in his bid for selectman, 813 to 807. Successful candidates, besides Mr. Woods, in the six-man contest were Leslie C. Manning, 917 votes; Cornelius Hobbs, 850; Manning is a 1 Republican. Losers in the race were headed by Mr. O'Brien and he was followed by Mrs. Della Murray, 726; Mrs. Florine Kinkaid, 726. \O"<:t-NN,- OOON'l\00 t---1.1'\-=t"N.- m t-- 00 \0 oo .o t z .JUc>Wpuawy Ill CU >- .c '·· a ....,en C \0 m l/'\ ,-... m vl/'\I.J"IQ,- --O\N,-0\ Ill 0 ....,,·- Z0 cu )- :, tr o E z ,Juawpuawv VI cu ,, E o z .-\Q,-00\ .-,r--- t--- V ,_ N 0 "!. N'I ON'lt--l/'\V 00\0Q.-r-,.. VN'INN N'I °'m.. 00 00 N ,- 0\ v N N .t--1.1'\mN.- 'ST m m oo 0\ V >- (IJ C Ward 3 Recount On Selectman 'f'.•'-'> Sought by O'Brien s .JUc>wpuawy °' ,- °' o Z ,1uawpuawv en Defeated Measures Sought New Taxes z 'ST l/'\ t-- 00 \OI.J"ln,N,- VN'l\0000\ ·o vm.......... o, ONl.t'\O\O \D .JUc>wpuawy (IJ E ◄c · > 4. 5. moooo,-...m O\N\0,-...m °' 0\ o ,_ N Ill ....-00.-000 .-ooovr--0\ 0\ -=t" N 00 o .-N ,"<:t--. . °'r--- t---m t-- t--N oo m VI \0 m l/'\ N ,-... 0\ \D 0\ 00 0\ m N'I t-- l/'\ '>- '°, ,..,>C -·-a Amendment 4, overwhelmingly thrown out, would have authorized the Legislature to impose a spe::lal tax on electric power. Amendment 5, also rejected, would have made changes in the present stock-in-trade tax levied on merchants and manufacturers. Amendment 6, proposing to increase representation of towns in the state Legislature at the expense o.' cities, failed to get enough yes ~otes to carry. Returns from 281 precincts out of 298 gave: Yes No 30,466 78,223 1. 3, z 0 u ments dealt with taxes, Amendment 3 would have allowed the Legislature to pass a progressivl! inheritance tax, a gross receipts tax, a manufacturers occupation tax and classify income under a net income tax. II. ....,(IJ 0 Soundly defeated were Amend-:,,.-------;---===;::=:;::=-=. ments 3, 4, 5, and 6. Barely lacking the two-to-one margin necessary to pass, was Amendment 2. It would allow the Constitutional Convention to meet every eight years beginning in 1954 instead of every seven years. Three of the defeated amend- 2. l .JUc>wpuawy 0 :, {\'~ CONCORD, Nov. 3 {AP)-New Hampshire voters yesterday approved one constitutional amendment and opposed five others. On the basis of nearly complete returns, Amendment 1 was given the stamp of approval. It will allow the Legislature to adjourn for five days in a row during its session instead of for only two days. V (S3J0.JS) JOnbn z cu \D ~--,0\I.J"IN >- ,_ ,_ \0 v' u ..s::. ..s::. ..s::. ..s::. ..... ..s::. ..., ..s::. ............... .._ ::I ::I 0 0 ::s 0 ::I ::I 0 0 ::I 0 EE EEE E u, u, u, u, ..., ......................... L.----L. V, 0 0 0 0 0 a.. a.. a.. a.. a.. V> L. 0 a.. 69 ,628 47,85,2 . 34,230 49,471 63,392 35,530 62,833 93 ,534 57,129 54,209 O'Brien Wins Ward 3 Recount For Se·Iectmen n. 19 I Democrats gained control of the Ward 3 board of selectmen today 1 when Joseph O'Brien won a recount victory over Republican Harold S. Woods, 809 to 802. A count of the ballots election night gave Woods a seat on the board by a six-vote margin over O'Brien. Today's recount in the secretary of state's office gave O'Brien a seven-vote majority. The other two seats on the board are held by Leslie C. Manning, Republican, and Cornelius F. Hobbs Democrat. ' Manning, who led all the candidates, gainect three votes in the recount for a total of 920; Hobbs addelf five votes for a final count of 855; Mrs. Delia Murray gained one vote for a 728 total; and the 726 count for Mrs. Florine Kinkaid remained unchanged. �- -'"--- APPrOve Only Amendment No. -1 Lft Unofficial Tally of Rockingham ..J 0 er:: C >CIJ 3': (IJ 0 Portsmouth Portsmouth Portsmouth Portsmouth Portsmouth I 967 1,334 111 787 IV 583 V 213 Portsmouth Total 3,884 II I a.. V, CIJ ....,_ u 0 E ..2 :, ,_ .... 0 ~ 0:: .c -~ .... 0 -0 CIJ ....,_C :-E ,_ 0 Governor 1,054 1,387 1,364 844 828 864 619 366 230 259 4,095 3,720 0 "'CIJt7I ........0 ·:c -< 0 0 0 1 0 a.. 0 "'E CIJ President 1,569 42 924 33 854 17 399 7 304 2 4,050 101 0:: 0:: ....::s 3': CIJ 0,_ ,_ 0:: ~ 0 :-E 0 LL. C0 a.. 0 -~·=. CIJ 0 a.. u. S. Senate u. S. Rep. 1,214 1,185 39 1,190 1,176 1,499 696 20 1,444 719 937 748 18 921 739 673 311 4 614 315 247 238 0 243 237 4,570 2,940 81 4,412 3,186 27 9 10 4 0 50 county Vote by Wards and Towns. ' 0.. - "'0 er:: ~ ....,_ .. C 0 0 0 E V, ~ 35 15 11 5 3 69 I 0 ~ ,_ CIJ ..0 ,_ 0 u - er:: .,.'l 0 ....,_ C ..c 0 .c ·=er:: CIJ 0 t7I ::s ..J 0:: er:: 0:: ~ C ,_ LL. C ....0C >- 0 C0 Council State Sen. I Sheriff I Solie. 994 . 1,292 1,081 1,355 1,225 1,174 770 1,399 802 1,451 1,470 1,339 824 823 872 927 906 798 336 598 336 617 611 576 . 221 241 245 250 246 255 3,928 3,466 4,143 3,615 4,475 4,407 - CIJ t7I er:: :-E ,_ C 0 ..0 C CIJ CIJ ..x u ... C) ....0 Vl I Treas. I 1,130 1,406 865 601 233 4,235 0 ....E .,, 0 UJ Reg. Deeds 1,063 1,204 1,391 689 743 865 589 310 224 239 4,132 3,185 er:: >- 0 z er:: C 0 .... ...0 "' ~ I Probat,I 1,080 869 1,389 1,316 743 855 598 557 196 230 4,152 3,681 0 ... 0 CIJ -0 C 0 - - .. cc=: er:: 0 CIJ ·;: ::s ... "'"'0 Cl OI 0 LI. LI. u County Commission 978 1,189 1,625 1,007 881 1,312 1,301 664 760 954 807 J 780 677 398 296 552 297 213 242 205 4,155 4,016 3,816 3,151 0 �Admiral Ewen to Speak ~ ~' At News Parley Here !Big Expansion Planned s,, For Newberry's Store Wentworth H ote I H0St to l 0/0Q0 ,'~ 50 Rear Adm. Edward C. Ewen, USN, public relations director for the ~ navy department and a Portsmouth U\. 1 nat.ive will be guest speaker tonight I To serve as a. temporary annex until extensive a.Iterations a.re comduring a supper which will high.) pleted early next year, the extra space will then be Incorporated In the light the fall meeting or the New overall renovation plans, England As~oclaled_ Pr,ess Members' An estimated 10 ,000 persons were and Managmg Eclllor s association t t tl w t th t l N A partition between the stores has,.-----:::::::::::::::::::::::::::=-- at the H otel Wentworth. gues s a .1e en wor I10 e , ew been removed. Castle, durmg the past season. Other guest speakers will be Hal The hostelry ended Its diamond After Christmas, according to Boyle, author or the Associated Jubilee year when It closed yesterday. Gordon · Aston, manager, the entire Press "Roving Reporter" column J ames Barker Smith, pre5ident store wlU be modernized. An old which app ea rs daily Ill Tho Port.- and owner, reported the 1948 season building In the rear ot the store, now mouth Herold nnu Louis deRoche- had been the longest and most sucthe stock room, will be tom down mont, noted motion picture pro- cessful in the hotel's history. and a. new ell attached. Thia will ducer from Newington. The dinner June conventions were attended by deepen the 80-foot store to 190 !eet. will be held at 6 :30 pm in the main approximately 6,500 persons from The annex and main store will be Remodeling work is underway tn ballroom. made Into one long section, 65 feet all over the country, Canada, Hawaii, the ~rst floor of the McIntosh buildMeanwhil e, the awnrd of 12 cash Alaska, Puerto Rico and abroad. across the front and 100 feet a.t the Ing a.t 52 Co!Jsl'ess street which the prizes for news writing were an- Thirty-five hundred persons were , rear, new Martin drygoods store will ocnounced tod ay at the mceLlng. guesls al the hole! during the three New counters, celling and lightParticularly high praise was given weeks of conventions after Labor cupy next month. Ing equipment will be installed and to the winners of first prizes in the day. the entire store redecorated, Mr. AsJoseph Klrzner, manager and part feature classes. Mr. Smith has announced that he ton explained. He expects the work owner, said that he expected to These entries were "P attern for is planning another lengthy season to take 10 months. It will be done !n complete the ,work early in October. Progress" by William A. Crouse of next year and already has reservathree sections to enable the store He Is co-owner wi th Louis Goldthe Woonsocket, R. I., Call, and tions for a number of Jun e and Septo remain open throughout the stein of Manchester. "American Medicine" by Leo Son- tember conventions. operations. Alterations on the 35 oy 52 foot • deregger of- the Providence, R. I., store will include a. staircase to the Evening Bulletin. mezzanine, new fixtures, fluorescent lighting and painting, Mr. Klrzner 2-t.; Dr. Floyd Taylor, director of the O said. American Press Institute at ColumHe added that the display windows bia university was the judge. would be cut to 14 by 6 feet, half of Dr. Taylor said that Crouse's Seven Portsmouth employes of the their present size and Increasing articles on proposed reform of New England Telephone and T elethe store's wall space. the city government in Woongiaph Co., are scheduled for Jay-off The Portsmouth Underwriters' asThe color scheme will be blue, socket were "clear and readable a, the campany pares its New Hampsociation-meeting yesterday In the peach and yellow. and Intensely lnterebting." ~hire perso nnel rnlls by 161 perChamber o! Commerce-voted to InMerchandise will include house"Thls Is a major achievement," he sons. augurate a new credit system here hold supplies and novelties. added, "In a field where there is not Manche,,ter and Laconia, with 36 calling for the elimination of bad Mr. Klrzner, a resident of Portsmuch first rate work. Some news- and 34 respectively, are the harddebts and poor creditors. mouth for the past 11 years, formerpapers have been known to carry c-,t hit, according to company Association members w!ll clear ly was employed by the Portsbetter articles on Tibet than on ,;pokesmen. back creditors with a Independent mouth Hardware company. their own city govel'llment." The cutback in emplo yment is bureau and creditors will receive the Dr. Taylor called Sonderegger's clue to the ''company's low earnings names of bad credit risks, It ·was de- / articles on m~dicine ''highly super- in New Hampshire." Cunently the cided. ior." c.ompany is waging a fi ght to get a · A finance committee was set up Prizes were $25 for first place, $10 7~,, eal'lling power approved by the with Rex Kennard as chairman. J:Ie for second, and $5 for third place. Public Service commission. is to be assisted by Stowe Wilder L • 1.. The contest drew 120 entries, ' and Theodore Butler. . .J which were screened by Jeff Wiley, The group voted and passed an Portsmouth area rent directors New England correspondent for agreement that only newspaper and have two main requirements to folTime and Life magazines, and John radio advertisements would be made low during the coming months, Gleason, director of journalism at without official approval or' the :finTighe woods of Washington, D. °,·• Boston university before being subance committee, and tnat those ads national housing expediter, yeste1would be signed by each member of mitted to Dr. Taylor's judgment. day told housing expediters attendA total of $781,938 in property tax the association. · The winners: ing a New England regional conferI Publicity and work In connection, Small city news: Firslr-Waltham receipt,s has been tf POrtecl to the ence at the Wentworth hotel, New with "Fire Prevention week" was Blast, from the Waltham News city auditor as of Sept. 30. Tribune-Richard P . Taffe; 2nddiscu~ed. · \ castle. Still to be collectect of the $1,084 ,The requirements, he said, are to It was annoimced that all Insur-, llent Control hearing, from the 722 tax levy on city real estate and give prompt and effective adJustance · offices wlll be closed tomorrow i Rutland HeraldEdward Eubanks; nd stock-in-trade is $302,783. to give insurance workers an oppor-· ' ments for landlords opera.Ling u er 3rd-Forest Fire, from The FitchProperty holders still owing 1948 substantial hardships and to exertunlty to attend the annual meeting cise every means at their commands burg Sentinel-Oliver A. Page. taxes wiJl be required to pay 20 Small city fea tures: First-Patof the New Hampshire Association to obtain full compliance with rent cents on their bills for handling tern for Progress, from the Woonof -Insurance Agents ·at the Wentcharges. After Dec. 1, an 8% pencontrol regulations. . socket Call-William A. Crouse; 2nd worth hotel at New Castle. Edgar J. Driscoll, regional housmg alty will be added to all tax bills, -Your Hospital, from the Fitchexpediter in the Boston area, preaccording to City Collector J. Warburg Sentinel-Mrs. Doris Kirkpatren Somerby. sided. rick; 3rd- Keeping School, from the Other speakers Included Edward Pittsfield Eagle-K. R. Fall. Dupree, Jr., general counsel of the Big City news: First-State funds, office of housing expediter; B. W. from the Manch·e ster News-Elias Diggle, deputy exoediter in charge A. McQuald; 2nd-Debt free city, of rents; Morris Varner, d~puly exfrom the Christian Science Monitor pediter In charge of compliance and - Courtney R. Sheldon; 3rd - Ilveterans affairs and William H. legal quahauging, from the Prov!Barr, special assistant to the nat. dence Journal-Stuart 0. Hale. ional housing expediter. Big city feature: First-American The conference wlll end today, medicine, from the Providence Bulletin - Leon Sonderegger; 2ndAching Back, fl·om the Boston Globe, Vern Miller; 3rd-Statues washed, from the Boston Traveller - Alta Maloney. The J, J. Newberry Co. o! Congress street has expanded Into Its newly le~ed section, the former Jarvis cafeteria, In Busy Season McIntosh 81ock Prepared for s\) Martin Store I New Credit Plan Adoptpd Locally By Underwriters~' I 7 Face Layoff At Phone Firm Expediters . H t\ IHousing In Sess10n ere Property Taxes , Net $781,938 ~s I 1 �\Stores Change ·, Evening Hours., , Here to Friday \ ' Direction Sign Readied (J VJ For Lafayette Highway Portsmouth stt)res ·1vill be open on Friday lnsteact of SalurdRV nights for the first time in the history of A new highway direction sign will be erected on the Lafayette road by this city. t.he Portsmouth Chnmber of Commerce within two weeks. The retail board of the Chember of Commerce passed a resolution, to David C. Packard, Chamber presi- 1, • • become effective Friday, Nov. 5, this dent, announced today that the morning, Robert E. Whalen. chairsign, which will direct automobile man of the board, announced . traffic into Portsmouth, will be Stores will be open from 9 am placed on land owned by Gov. until 9 pm on Fridays with week Charles M. Dale. day hours In force on Saturday. Mr. Packard S.\ld the governor Ports mouth merchants were 6et st.ore owner to allow employes sufPrior to the voting Fred Pillsbury has given the Chamber of Comloctay to brus t the bond of tradition ficient time to vote," Mr. Whalen presented a petl~lon containing the merce permission to use a. plot of a 11 cl Institute precedent-setting announced. names or 50 Portsmouth retailers land near radio station WHEB for store hours Friday night. who said thry preferred to stay open The Chamber of Commerce the . $600 sign which will measure For the first time In the city's Friday Instead or Saturday nights. official also reported that work40 by 12 feet. history, s tores will be open from 9 "Portsmouth Is following the men arrived in Portsmouth toMr, Packard said the sign ls am unlil 9 pm on Friday with week exam.pie of surrounding towns, day to prepare the largest being painted at a Salem, Mass., • ciay hours in force on Saturdays. Including Newburyport ancl Christmas lighting display in business establishment. The sign The move-similar to that taHaverhill,'' l\lr. Whalen assertthe city's J1istory. · ken In surrounding towns, inls constructed of wood and metal ed. "Dover probably will follow clmlin~ Lawrenre, Newburyport The workers..:.... representing the with Scotch lettering which our lead," he added. ancl JJavc1·hil!-was approved at Eli N. Lagassee amusement firm of will be seen at lea.st a half-mile Final plans for Christmas lighta recent meeting of the retail Haverhill, Mass.,-wlll place cable a.Iong the Lafayette road., Ing In the city also were made, with board of the Chamber or Comhooks on- downtown buildings for The sign will replace one which merchants being billed for lighting merce. Do,·er is expected to folstrings of holly and lights which this week, Mr. Whalen declared. Is located a,t the Lafayette road enlow the lead within a few will span Congress, Market, Pleasant The lighting, expected to be one trance to Portsmouth, and which n11111ths. a1,d Daniels streets. of .the biggest displays in New has been described as "inadequate" The new store hours were adopted A huge cross wlll be erected in England, wUI be In effect Monday, by Chamber of Commerce officials. Nov. 29, through Jan. 1. An ampli- -to become effective this week- Market square and an amplifying Mr. Packard also announced today fying system will bring carols to after more than 50 local merchants system will bring carols to shoppers. that & Chamber of Commerce busirequested the revision, complaining Mr. Whalen also reported that sHoppers. ness guide, now being printed, will Mr. Whalen announced that a ti.al local shoppers were traveling $200 in voluntary contributions for be ready for distribution in a.bout to nearby cities for Friday night the Christmas display has been rejunior or senior high school student two weeks. buying. ceived from various merchants. The would turn the lights on In a special The Chamber official said that Meanwhile, Robert E. Whalen, $200 ls in addition to about $5,000 ceremony. The ,tudent will be the 500 decals a1_1d membership plates winner of an editorial contest judg- retail board chairman, reported that which will be collected from local l'lill be distributed in about a week ed by the high school English de- all local business establ~hments businessmen to defray expense of to members. will remain open during election the Christmas decorations. partment, Mr. Whalen added. hours tomorrow. The Chamber of Commerce reta,il A parade, the arrival of Sant:\ "We'll all remain open until 6 pm board will meet at' the Chamber Claus, floats and music by the and it will be up to the individual office Nov. 9. high school band will be lnclmled In festivities celebrating the 1 lighting of Portsmouth. Another item considered was soliciting by various organizations in Portsmouth. The retail board voted that solicitors should notify the chamber , of commerce one month before they begin, stating for what the money will be used. They wlll be given Portsmouth's new Friday night "nearly doubled" the usual Satur- most shoppers now have more time credentials, Mr. Whalen explained. clo.~lng hours will increase down- day night business. Local stores will to spend in local stores before clos"Otherwise merchants will not to~"!l buslne~ by 25%, several large remain open each Friday night in ing time. donate," he asserted. store owners and managers pre- the future and close early Satur"In the past," Mr. Whalen exMr. Whalen announced that the dicted today, plained, "navy ya.rd workers and days. retail board now w!ll meet the secThe new hours, established last their wives waited until Saturday "We expected a. boost In ond Tuesday of each month, begin- Friday night, today were reported to shop, fearful that they wouldn't tradr," said one chain store ning Nov. 9, In order to allow or- "very succe~ful" by a majority of be able to complete their chores beexecutive, "but we didn't expect local merchants. fore 6 pm Friday. Now most of as much M we received." ganlzatlons to receive their creden- , "The new hours are wonderful," them remain down-town well after E. Whalen, chairman tials In time. I of Robert was the concensus of merchants supper hours." the Chamber o! Commerce Elliot Carter of Nashua, presiretail board, which was instruthroughout the downtown area toThe Chamber of Commerce offident of the Gum Coated paper mental In lnstltotlnr late elosday. Most favorable comment came cial also pointed out another adcompany there, will hold an tnr hours, reported today that from store clerks who now are free vantage of the new hours. He exopen forum on the New Hampthe reaction amonr downtown from work Saturday evenings. plained. that various organizations shire stock and trade tax on merchants wa~ "wonderful." Many "new faces" were reporthroughout the city have hesitated Thursday, Oct. 28, at the Rockted In local stores. It was exto sponsor dances and social affairs "Business showed a tremendous Ingham hotel ballroom, plained that a large number of on Saturday nights in the past beIncrease Friday night and on that I Attending the meeting were Miss basis most local merchants expect a Portsmouth area residents who cause many area residents were Beulah Marsh, Philip Gray, How- 25% Increase In trade all soon as busy &hopping and store clerks had have been tradlnr in nearby ard Campbell and Charles Scrip- more Portsmouth area residents get to work. communities Friday nights, apI ture. Miss Helen Kelly was secre- accustomed to the new hours," Mr. parently decided to shop locally "Most organiza.t!o1111 felt tihat atthis week. They are expected \ tary.. tendance would be poor on SaturWhalen reported. to continue buying In Portsday nig,hts, but now tihat the town "At least business cannot be worse mouth In the future, Is closed after 6 pm Saturday, more than It I& here Saturday nights," An increase In business between 3 people are expected to attend the Mr. Whalen added. Spokesmen for two large chain and 6 pm Friday also was reported various functions here 1n Portsfood stores found Friday business by Mr, Whalen who explained that mouth," Mr. Whalen concluded. Change 1n Store Hours . 11-~ Effective Here Friday .. Merchants Cheer Friday Hours *** *** 'fl.S * * .* New System Expected to Up Business 25% J I .., �Spending Spre_e ; . Seen as ·Stores ti, _H_er_a_ld_Su_r_ve.....;_y_S_h_ow_s_: Cut Meat Prices Portsmouth 8&Mand City Lock Horns on:~ tAncient Statioll -~ Women Portsmoutn area shoppers were expected to unloosen their purse strings for a weekend spending spree as at least two local chain stores today reduced their meat The average Portsmouth ho~ew1fe looked dejectedly at her empty prices about 20 %. Portsmouth and the Bo.ston and Although the weekend price re- pocketbook and sky-high food pl'l"ces today and decided that maybe it Maine railroad locked horns at the ' duction was confined to only three would be a good thing if price controls were established by the new DemWentworth hotel yesterday and large stores, independent meat I ocratlc congress. They sighed with despair and looked to Mr. Truman and his new conagreed that "at least something" dealers expressed belief that their I gress for relief from the present soaring prices . prices will slump late next week. .nas to be done about the Deer Most noticeable decrease was In Fourteen out of 15 housewives, Interviewed by The Portamouth Harald in ~treet railroad depot. the price of pork products, beef cuts a telephone survey, expressed belief that price control would smother the City Manager Edward C. Peterand lamb. Pork shoulder, which has present spark of Inflation. son, representing the city at the sold for 65 cents a pound In one ron!erence, today said two top o!The only woman contacted who opposed price control was Mrs. Robert chain store, will sell for 49 cents L. Woods of 74 Wibird street who said she saw no need for such legislation. ficials' of the B & M pledged they a pound, today, tomorrow and Sawould reach a conclusion on the "If housewives want to keep prices down they can boycott the stores," turday. In another large market the Mrs. Woods maintained. imclent "terminal" Nov. 20. price of shoulder has dropped from What Is to be done, he said, proBut Mrs. Emerson C. Miles of 63 Profile avenue expressed a different 59 to 49 cents a pound. brubly w111 be announced then at a point of view by Insisting that price controls would be a very good way to Hams. which have hit the 75 'to combat present high prices. meeting of the New England council , 79 cent-a-pound mark during the 1n Boston. · "We have to be very careful and buy the cheapest food in order past few weeks, will retail at 69 to Among the conferees was James to stay within our means. I think price control would be swell for Barker Smith, hptel proprietor repre- 1 73 cents a pound this weekend. the average working man and his family." senting the Chamber of Commerce, : The price of chuck roast, which sells anywhere from 69 to 99 cents ;whi;, told B & M .officlals that mapy Mrs. Richard Rand of Saga~ore road took a similar stand with the a pound, will take a 10-cent-aOf his guests would rather hire taxistatement: pound drop. cabs to ride here from Boston "than "Most families are just about keeping their heacts above water, and But pork chops will remain in the ride on your trains." sooner or later they'll lose their grip. With three daughters, I know. At 89 to 99 cent-a-pound figure despite Beside the station, the local , least price control should be given a great deal of thought." the fact. that one large store has representatives - including the The posslbllity of a black market flouri~hing if price controls are resliced the price at least 10 cents a Morley company's Eugene B. pound. Hamburg will remain at the established, was advanced by Mrs. Clifford B. Skinner of 534 State street. Whittemore attending for the Mrs. Skinner e?(pressed belief that a possible black market could be 69-cem level. Seacoast Regional Development abolished if housewives united In a boycott. Mrs. Skinner, mother of The price reduction followed an association-aimed fire at the extended break In wholesale prices three children, also rerr.arked that some relief from the present price service provided this area and of hogs at the country's major situation should be forthcoming from President Truman and his congress. also the type of trains being hvestock centers, according to used, "If price control can bring these awful prices down, I'm all spokesmen for the chain stores. , Mr, Peterson said the local reprefor It," said l\frs. Archie l\tarcus of 214 Elwyn avenue, mother However, one locul Independent sentatives demanded the B & M ' of one child. "It worked during World War I( and I didn't see meat dealer, who said he was exanytl1lng wrong with it," she aclded. "at least tear down the old part and pressing the sentiments of other paint the place up" It it proved market men, charged the city's large Another housewife, Mrs. Ida Macrel!I of 111 Kcarsarge way, mother impossible to build a new station. chain stores with "jumping the gun•· of five chlldran remarked , "We have to eat but we won't be able to if Several other local businessmen to avoid a surplus meat supply. prices go any higher. Let's have price control again." were present. "The chain stores are afraid Mrs. Betty Sleeper of 550 Circuit road, who has two children , wouldn't they'll get stuck with their meat like to see food rationing aagin but would approve of price control. when we reduce our own prices next "Prices are terrible," Mrs. Sleeper added. week," the indc.~ ndent market A mother of three children, Mrs. Benjam:n Bukata of 252 Circuit owner maintained. road, maintains that local retailers "are trying to outdo each other on prices and it would be a good idea to control them ." <vv Other local housewives cont.acted who favor colitrols are Mrs. Emory Peacock of 379 Sherburne road , mother of two children; Mrs. John A. Bellerose of 76 Circuit road; Mrs. William Canty of 20 Wood- ' 1u I bury avenue, who has five children; Mrs. Philip A. Lydston of 541 Middle The one thing In this com1 road, mother of one child; Mrs. John M. Goodrich of 281 Dennett munity that almost everybody street, Mrs. Kenneth D. Richardson of 171 Bartlett street; and Mrs. except the Boston and Maine Louis Sherman of 546 Middle street, who has one daughter. railroad regards as an eyesore There were several Portsmouth housewives interviewed wh o sa_!d may soon be a thing of the past. they hadn't given price control a second thought. At least, that's the hope of Cheer up, M'lady, meat prices are One of them ls a Columbia street woman who remarked: Portsmouth businessmen and starting to drop in Portsmou th. "I'll think it over and let you know later. I 'm going to sit down City Manager Edward C. Peter- . At least that was the genand eat right now." son today as they planned for a eral opinion of several local reconference with railroad officials tail and wholesale meat dealers regarding the B&M depot on today, Deer street. Remarking "they ought to In one large Portsmouth chain blow the thing up," City Manstore, for example, prices on all beef ager Peterson .said the confer• cuts, pork and lamb are scheduled ence was to include represen: to drop about 20 % this weekend. tatives of the Seacoast Regional j The price of pork shoulder will Development association and the be at least 20 cents a pound cheaper · in that same store within the next local Chamber of Commerce. l'CI three or four days. James Barker Smith, owner Spokesmen for several other large of 'the Wentworth hotel where stores acknowledged a general rethe meeting is to be held, will duction in meat fJrices for Friday represent the Chamber, and Cl.) and Saturday but could not quote Eugene B. Whittemore of the prices-pending word from district Morley company will be the offices. delegate from the Seacoast asIndependent meat dealers, howsociation. ever, predicted only a slight price The city manager said other slash in their products adding that local businessmen probably wlll participate in the conference r a substantial reduction would not be felt for several weeks. at the invitation of Mr. Smith, Favor Prif~~ ContrOI I I Decrepit Depot May Soon Go -or 'Blow Up' 1' -~~~~l VI.LU .Jc6f M For Portsm8ufh I "" c::, I -0 -·<t I �53 Statement of Condition of Statement of Condition Of Portsmouth Trust Company · Piscataqua Savings O- S of Portsmouth, N. H. of Portsmouth, N. H. at the close of business October 5, 1948 at the close of business September 30th, 1948 RESOURCES Book Volues Cash on hand ..•• , •• , ••• , •••••• • : . . $ 14,611.06 Cash on deposit . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . • • • . • 365,321.23 United States Government obligations .• , • 379,932.29 Canadian bonds ............. . .. . .. • 3, I 00,000.00 69,331.25 Federal land bank bonds ... .. . .... .. •••• 69,331.25 lnternotionol Bank for Reconstruction and 145,000.00 Development Bonds .. .. . 5,000 .00 Railroad bonds ...•. , •••.• , . , •.••. . • 5,000.00 5,342 .50 Public utility bonds •.• , , ••• , •••••..• 125,901.52 Railroad stock •••••••••••••••••••.• 131,244.02 35,000 .00 Bonk stock ..•••••• , •••. .. . ..• ••.• 170,912.73 Other stock . . .......• ......... •.•.• 124,082.77 loons on New Hampshire real estate 329,995.50 ' Notes ..... ...... , ... •,,. 1,293,676.83 Loons on other real estate 1,293,676.83 Notes .•...•• , • , , •• , , , ••• 1,007,360.65 Bonds •.•••••• , • , .•.••.• • • 10,570.86 Collateral loons 1,017,931.51 Deposit books .........••.• 9,091.67 Stock exchange collateral .• •. 21,930.00 Other bank collateral ••.. , •• 495 .00 Unsecured loans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , 31 ,516 .67 United Stotu bonds redeemed ...•.... I 5,536.45 Other resources .... ...... , , , . , , , , , .•.. 4,641.45 2,006. 18 2,006. 18 Totol Resources $6,525,812.15 LIABILITIES Due depositors on deposit book accounts $ 5,766,980 .56 School savings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,247.34 Christmas and other club, .. , • , , , , , , , • , 60,864.75 Total deposits 5,831,092 .65 Guaranty fund . . . . . . . . . . . • . . • • . . • • I 50,000.00 Guaranty fund surplus (guaranty savings banks only) .•••••....... , 250,000 .00 Undivided profits-net , , , , , , •• , , , , , , • 294,719.50 694,719.50 Total Llobilitiu $6,525,812.15 EXAMINATION BY BOARD OF DIRECTORS State of Ntw Hampshire, Rockingham County, ss. We, the undersigned directors of the Portsmouth Trust Company do severally solemnly swear that we hove mode o thorough examination of its affairs in accordance with Chop, 309, Sec. 35 of the Revised Lows, and that the foregoing ,totement of its condition is true. ' CALVIN PAGE BARTLETT, JOHN H. BARTLETT, CHARLES W. HANNAFORD, GEORGE D. BOULTER, BYRON F. STAPLES, LEON A. ROBINSON, G. MORRIS GRAY DENIS L. LONG WILLIS E. UNDERHILL, Subscribed and sworn to this I ,t day of October 1948, Before me W. L. CONLON Justice of the Peace RESOURCES I Cash on hand ... , .••• , •••••••••• , •• $ Cash on deposit ....... ,. ., , ,. , .. • .. Items ovollable for deposit •••• , , , , • , • • • Cash Items • . . . . . . . . . . • . • • • • • • • • • • • United States Government obligations ... • New Hampshire state and municipal bonds and notes ......•.••••••• Canadian bonds ... .. ......•• , , , ••••• Federal Home Loon Bank stock , , , •• , •••• Public utility bonds ••••••••••• , •• , •••• Railroad stock ...• , •• , , , , •••• , ••••• Bank stock ....•••.•••• , • , ••• , .•..• BOOK VALUES 37,579.56 161,743.90 18,394.05 37.65 217,755.16 2,947,598.85 1,500.00 90,592.10 20,100.00 61,710.00 2,800.00 l 68,196.48 67,375.45 Other stock .•..•.• , •••..•..•.• , , ••• Loons on New Hampshire real estate Notes .......••••• , • , • • • • 2,087,907.70 Tax Account ... . ..... , , , , , , , , , , , , , , • Loans on other real estate Notes •• , •• , •••• , ••• , • , , •• 451,534.66 Bonds •• , • , •• , ••• , • , , , , , , , 21,000.00 Collateral loans I Deposit books ..••... , •••••• Stock exchange ' collateral .•. . • Other bank collateral .. •..••• Unsecured loans ......•...••••..•• Real estate, etc. owned: Bank building, vaults, furniture and fixtures ..••.••• . .. Other real estate . ......... .. United States bonds redeemed •••••••• 7,538.63 7,439.81 21,575.16 60,225:00 42,809.67 Total Resources •...•.... ... LIABILITIES Due depositors on deposit book accounts S,759,310.59 Christmas and other club■ •• , • • • • • • • • I 53,061.SO Total deposits •••••••• , • • • Guoronty fund .•.... , , , , , , • , • • • • • • • 300,000.00 Undivided profits-net , , , , , , , , , , • • • • • 80,5 74 , 26 Reserve, for dividends • , , , , •• , , , • , •• , • I S,000.00 92,092.10 20,100.00 61,710.00 238,371.93 2,087,907.70 3,847.32 .,,..,._.. 1 36,553.60 18,658.89 i I 103,034.67 7,781.47 µ, $6,307,946.35 t l r 5,912,372.09 , _ i 395 574 26 Total Llablllties . . • . . . . . . . $6,307,94~.35 I EXAMINATION BY BOARD OF TRUSTEES , State of New Hampshire, Rockingham County, ss. We the undersigned Trustees of the Piscotoqua Savings Bo"k, do aeverolly' solemnly swear that we hove mode o thorough_ examination of its affairs in occordance with Chap. 309, Sec. 35 of the Revised Lowa, ond that the foregoing statement of its condition is true. ELMER J. BURNHAM, STOWE WILDER, JOHN H. GREENAWAY FRANK JONES MASSEY RALPH C. MARGESON ROLAND I. NOYES, · JOHN J. HASSETT, E. CURTIS MATTHEWS. Subscribed ond sworn to this 6th day of October 1948, Before me JOHN S. REMICK J ustict of the Peace. 11 ., 0 ----,- �.dus Firm Seeks Shorter Zo)u~s -A petition for shortening fare zones on certain lines 1n the Portsmouth district has been submitted to the Public Service commission by the Boston and Maine Transportation Co. The company seeks to reduce the four rides for a quarter schedule on the South street route. It also asks similar reductions on the 10-cent zones to Pannaway and New Castle, thus creating a 15-cent zone to Pannaway which would involve a change ln commutation fare, transfers and student tickets. ·James w. Doon, secretary of the Public Service commission, sald a publlc hearing on the petition will be held Oct. 20 ln the office of the commission at the state house in Concord. Portsmouth officials of the public utility declined to elaborate t,his mornini on the petition. (l Bus CompanyC•I~ Explains Zone Changes Petition Details of the Boston and Maine Transportation company's plan to · revise four fare zones In the Portsmouth area were announced today by the firm's publicity office in Boston. The bus company maintains that the proposed changes are necessary because operations in the Portsmouth area are not on a paying basis despite an adjust,ment in fares last March. The 10-cent zone limit on the New Castle line would be changed from Wild Rose lane to Wentworth avenue. The company plans to shorten the five-cent zone limit on the South street route from the present llmlt at the corner of l\1iller and Lincoln avenues to l\1iller and Sherburne avenues, On the Middle street route to Pannaway Manor, a 10-cent limit would be established at Dodge avenue, just beyond the railroad bridge over the main track to Boston. BeyonJ Dodge avenue, the cash tare would bl! 15 cents. A nine-ride unlimited ticket on the same route would sell tor $1. There also would be a 10-rlde student's ticket sell!ng for 75 cents, valid in the area beyond Dodge avenue, whlch Includes the Pannaway Manor section. On the Rye line, the five-cent zone limit would be changed from the corner of Miller and Lincoln avenues to the corner of Miller avenue and Rockland .street. A hearing on the company's petition wlli be held at 2 ..10 pm Wednesday at the Public Service commission office at the state house ln Concord. , 4 Portsmouth Agencies Battle Bu; 'Zone Changes ;Bus firm loses , . ti 'J.- $22,824 Here, Official Contends A Boston and Maine Transportation ccimpany spokesman complained to the state Public Service commission at Concord yesterday that his firm lost $22,824 in the Portsmouth area alone during the first eight months or lhls year. The company's melancholy report was presented by Harold E. Ahern of Boston, motor conch division manager, at a hearing on a petition by the company to shorten four fare zones In Portsmout,h. The hearing was continued for two weeks. The zone revisions were protested by four local civic agencies. l\lr. Ahern told the Public Service commission that his company's plan to change the four Portsmouth fare zones would Increase company revenue by $4,420 annually, March, will adhere to their previous decision, since the bus company'& petition would not only affect so many adults but principally because It atrects the students ln our area." Mr. Shea said a letter was sent to the commission earller this week by the PTA executive committee which registered "100% disapproval" of the transportation company's petition. ' The reason for increased operation costs are a basic wage increase (now $1.30-an-hour), fuel costs, and Increases in public liability insurance, Protests by" four Portsmouth civic agencies against the Boston and Ahern testified. Maine Transportation company's plan to shorten tour local fare zones Commission Chairman E d g a r Hunter ordered the hearing conechoed throughout the city today as the utllity company prepared to bring tinued for two weeks to enable opit:.s proposal before the state Public Service commission for a hearing. ponents of the petition to study financial figures submitted by the Portsmouth's city council, the re-~· councilman Frank E. Pa~rson Meanwhile, Robert E. Whalen, company's spoke3man. tall division of the Chamber of said he supposed that the Public chairman of the retail board of the Chamber of Commerce, said Edward J. Shea, president of the Commerce, the S:\}erbume Civic u- service commission would have to he plans to attend tomorrow's Sherburne Parent-Teacher associasoclatfon. and the Sherburne Par- have some basis before it could lnhearing and voice protest of tion, one of the four agencies proent-Tea.cher association !armed a crease rates. the fare boost 11lan "on behalf testing the company's proposal, said solid front against proposed reSnapped the Irrepressible Mrs. of downtown :merchants." today that an effort wlll be made vision 1n fare zones. Donde1·0, "It would pay the council"The proposed change in tare within the next two weeks to reach man to look into the Public Service Representatives of the Chaman agreement with Boston and commission. It he did, he'd realize zones discrlmina tes agalru;t certain ber of Commerce, and the civic Maine Transportation company oflts that new third member (Harold sections of the city," Mr. Whalen I and PT A groups will oppose the 1L. Barnard of Concord) who Is res- l charged. ficials . proposed change a.t a Public Mr. Shea said that he and George "Why should they raise the bus ! ponsible." Service commission bearing at Browning, president of the SherCity Sollcltor Samuel Levy ex- fares in one area of the city and 1 2:30 pm tomorrow in the agency's burne Civic association, another orplained, "The fare Increase ls entire- r.ot In the others," Mr. Whalen . office at the state house in I ganization opposing the petition, ly a district matter and for the continued. Concord. would appoint a six-man conunittee The Chamber of Commerce of- , council to send representatives to lo confer with the bus company of1 Although the council apparently the public hearing In Concord would ficial insisted that business in neigh- · ficials before resumption of the borhood s'tores will increase, while I will not participate in tomorrow's be setting a precedent." Public service commission's hearhearing, it voted last night-at the The council then went on record downtown stores "suffer." Many shoppers In the affected inic. / suggestion ot the civic association u opposed and Instructed City Chalrm:in Hunter said there -to go on record ln opposition to Clerk Eileen M. Foley to make the sections would rather trade in neighls a pos5ihilily that the bearii,g the bus company's plan. council's attitude known to the borhood stores rather than pay inmay be held In Portsmouth \\o creased bus rates to travel downGeorge F. Browning, Sherburne commission before · tomorrow's hearenable local residents affected town Mr. Whalen maintained. . Civic association president, told lng. by the company's plan to voice Th~ee other sections of the city the council that the proposal, Si~ultancously, Edward J. their opinions. Only 10 Ioeal will be affected by the proposed If 11.ccepted by the Public SerShea, president of the Sherresidents attended yesterday's change. vice commission, would make Panburne PTA, registered a vigorhearing. The bus company also plans to naway Manor residents the only ous objection tq the proposal One of the bus company's plans ls shorten the five-cent zone limit on group In the city "paying a 15 cent on behalf of the "600 adults and I to establish a 10-cent fare limit at ' the South street route from the fare." 200 students who reside in the Dodge avenue on the Middle street present limit at the corner of MilUnder the . Boston and Maine Sherburne school district." route to Pannaway Manor. Beyond ler and Lincoln avenues to Miller 1 company's proposal, a 10-cent limit ~r. Shea said the bus company's Dodge avenue, the cash tare would avenue and Rockland i.treet. , would be established at Dodge ave• plan would create a "severe hardbe 15 cents. The five-cent zone limit on the nue, just beyond the railroad bridge ship" on students, parUcularly Rye John II . Jacobsmeyer, vice presline would be changed from the over the maln track to Boston. Be- those attending junior and senior ident of the civic association, maincorner of Miller and Linclon aveyond Dodge avenue, the cash fare high school, who remain after classtained that the number ot passennues to the corner of Mi!ler avenue would be 15 cents. \ es to part.lcipate in inter-mural gers would fall off "one-third" lf and Rockland street. Councilman Mary c. Dondero · sports or extra curricula activities. rares on the Sherburne area route The 10-cent zone limit on the questioned Mr. Browning's stateThe PTA president said it is lm- New Castle llne would be changed . were poosted from 10 to 15 cents. ment on the strength of the possible for these students to utilize !rom Wild Rose Jane to Wentworth , Mr. Shea, another speaker at t!.hearing, charged that a 15-cent fare Sherburne Civic association and the city-provided transportation avenue I would be ·"discriminatory." He eswhen he claimed a membership home. The bus company maintains that timated that between 700 and 800 ·\ of 100 families, the tonner mayMr. Shea added: the proposed revisions are necessary I or sniffed, "I thought it had "We hope that the Public Service because operations in the Ports- I children a week would become un_gone out of existence.~ commission, which rejected a. fare mouth area are not on a paying der the proposed Increase on the Increase on the same route lut basis despite an adjustment in fares Pannaway llne. He added that 21i 1 members of the PTA are opposed ·I iast March. . to the plan. I I I ----- �• Another opponent, Co u n c 11 or 1 Mary c. Dondero, proposed that ' some way be found to prevent the five-cent boost. She also proposed that the bus company build shelters to protect Pannaway Manor passengers waltlng for buses during the winter. State Rep. Remick H. Lalghton or Ward Two voiced opposition to !,he bus company's proposal to sh'orten the five-cent zone l!mit. on the South street route from the present limit at the cornn of Lincoln and Sherburne avenues. Representative Lalghton offered 11n Oct. 19th Issue of The Porlsmoulh Herald to be Incorporated as evidence In the hearing: The newspaper con- Zone Shift Foes o1.7-To Discuss Plan I~i~~,,~~:,~,!~i~i~~~.. with Boston and Maine Transportation company officials on the firm's rropo.,ed revisions in four local bus farr zones was n1molnted today by , hr Sl·t•rburnc Parent-Teacher and Civic a,-sociation, opponents of the plan. Ed1•:arrl J. Shea. president. Frnnklm K Jorrlan, Alfred L. Twombly Rnd Mrs. T. Penn French will represent. the PTA, while George F. Bro1ming, president, J ohn H. J acobsmeyer. John L. Pearson, Jr., Gordon A. Bennett and Fred R. Hoffmann will be Civic association delel(atcs c,n the committee .. The Sherburne Civic association-one of four local civic agencies protesting the Boston and Maine Transportation company's desire ·to shorten four local fare zones-has proposed a change in the bus_ company's original plan. *-------------rid un The proposal was .submitted to Boston and Maine company officials last night at a meeting with a special committee appointed by 1 the Sherburne Parent-Teacher and Civic associations. The meeting was hcld at the home of John R. Pearson, Jr., of 969 Middle road, a Cl,vic association member. 1 Conferring with Harold E. Ahern of Boston, motor coach division manager, and Ralph E. Ramsdell, s11perintendent of the !oral bus company, the Sherburne Civic association suggest- proposal to se11 a n 1ne- e llmit-1 ticket to P~nnawa.y for $1. But the committee offered a substitute proposal to the company's plan to sell a 10-ride student's ticket for 75 cents, va!ld in the area beyond Dodge avenue. Instead, the Civic association suggested that students enroute to or , from school activities be allowed to ride until 6:05 pm with tickets worth four rides for 25 cents. ~ It Is now, students are allo,wed to ride the buses for 5 cents only until 4:05 Thr conference will he held I'd several changes so that stupm. prior to a state Public Service dents and children will benefit A Civic association spokesman rommission hearing on the bus by the plan to shorten the Pannsaid the proposed change would ro1111iany's proposal which will resumed two weeks hence. away Manor fare zone. enable stuclents to return to their , The association agreed with the homes before reporting for extra.The two civic agencies, along with the retail board of the Chamber company's plan to establish a 10- curricular activities. After 4 :05 pm ' cent limit on Dodge avenue on the the students are forced to pay a e>f Commerce and the city council, Middle street route to Pannaway '\re opposed to the company's plan and also approved the company's to shorten four fare zones here. to-cent fare to Pannaway, and the The Pannaway Manor, South proposed change would give them street, New Castle and Rye bus ' a two-hour leeway. route~ would be affected by the The Civic association also company's change. , suggested that children under The Public Service commission 12 be allowed to use tickets held n hearing Wednesday on the worth four rides for 25 cents. bus cumpany's plan but rrservrd a At present, children pay half of drci.sion until l.he conl!1111ed hrnrthe regular 10-cent fare to ing is held . Pannaway. The Civic assoclntlon spokesman j said no definite action on the proposed change was taken due to the fact that the representatives of the PTA were not authorized to approve the suggestion. Action was postponed to enable the entire Sherburne PTA membership to vote on the Issue. Members of the Civic A proposed five-cent Increase ln association already have sanctioned bus fare to Pannaway Manor has it. been Indefinitely postponed by the If the plan is adopted by both the Public Service commission. PTA and Boston and Maine bfflA commission spokesman today clals, a Public Service comfnission ln!ornled C•.~mcilmmi. Mary C. Donhearing, scheduled for next week, will be cancelled. The hearing was dero that an Investigation of. the 1 continued from Oct. 20 to enable Boston & Maine Transportation opponents to study Boston and dompany's request for a fate hike fa Maine company figures which Into be m4de by the comm~ssion. The flames of opposition to prodicated that the firm lost more The company's petition to Inpo~ed bus rate Increases may be than $22 ,000 on local bus routes the crease the fnre to 15 cents was 'flied fanned tomorrow night at a meetfirst eight months of this year. Oct. 4. A public hearing on the peing of the Sherburne Parent-TeachThe two civic agencies, along tition wns held In Concord Oct. 20. er association-one or the leading with the Chamber of Commerce Bus company officials conopponents to a r,roposed five-cent and city council, have voiced tend their firm loss $22,824 in hike in bus fare to Pannaway opposition to the company's pethe Port~.mouth nrra nlone durMnnor. tition for a change in fare zones. ing the first eight months of i' According to a latter from the Attending last night's meeting 1948. Public Service commission received were Mr. Pearson. ·aeorge F. BrownOppe>ncnts of thr nickel increase- i yesterday b.v Edward J. Shea, PTA ing, Gordon A. Bennett, and John led by the Sherburne Civic asso- ; president, further Investigation by Jacobsmeyer of the Civic associaclntlon-ln a recent meellng with Lhe commission of the increase protion: and Mrs. T. Penn French and I B & M officials countered with a pf).Sed by the Boston and Maine Edward J. Shea of the PTA. suggestion that children be allowed Transportation company will be to ride at the old rate until 6:05 pm. ~ ueld l·tter pending the outcome of The company also requested three tomorrow night's meeting In the other changes In fare zones. It Sherburne school. wi shes to shorten the five-cent limit Tomorrow's meeting is scheduled on thr South street route from for 7:45 pm. Lincoln and Sherburne avenues. J The b\lS company f1led a petition Another proposed change ls on for the Increase Oct. 4 and a public !he Rye l!ne where the company hearing was held In Concord Oct. wants to move the !Ive-cent limit 20. The firm contends It lost $22,824 from Lincoln and Miller avenues In the Portsmouth area during the to Mlllrr and Rockland street. first eight months of the year. It would also change the IO-cent Opponents or the plan have sugzone on the New Castle line from gested to the company that children Wild Rose lane to Wentworth be allowed to ride at the old rate avenue. until 6:05 pm. · State to Probe B&MRequest for Rate Hike Here \'\ .\) Bus Fare Hike May Hit Snag n,q At PTASession �·sus Fare Boosts Aired Here foJ i N~ H. Commission Bus Fares(Continued from page one) I public utility can operate 1mccessfully at a loss." · The state Public Service commission was prepared today to act on the Boston and Maine Transportation company's petition for permission to shorten four local bus fare zones. The commission heard final "pros and cons" on the :firm's proposa1 at a 45-mlnute public hearing last ntght at the Sherburne school. About 75 persons were present, the majority representing the Sherburne Civic and Parent-Teacher associations. The company (1) Establish Dodge avenue , Manor l!ne..,just , brid.ge. Beyond cash fare would said it wanted to: a 10-cent limit at on the Pannaway beyond the railroad Dodge avenue, the be 15 cents. (2) Shorten the f.lve-cent limit on the South street route from the present limit at the corner of Mlller and Lincoln avenues to Miller avenue and Rockland street. (3) Change the five-cent limit on the Rye line from the corner of Lincoln and Miller avenues to the corner of Lincoln and Rockland s~reet. (4) Shorten the 10-cent zone limit , on the New Casile line from the present site at Wild Rose lane to Wentworth avenue. -· Veterans·Fir.st •d ec1 If US D es .. JOHN R. PEARSON,JR., a rep- resentatlvP of the Civic association, in a nrepared statement for the ,commission offered a counter pro: posal to the company's plan to · shnrten the Pannaway Manor zone limit. · Pearson suggested that the bus company estaiblish -a 15 cent zone beyond Dodge avenue, but also establish a plan under which students could ride per reduced fares. The civic association spokesman proposed tihat bus tickets be sold at nine rides for $1 and that students going to or from scihool, or school activities, up to and including the 6 :05 pm bus from Market square and the 3 :20 pm bus frOlffi Witmer avenue may ride on tickets worth four rides for 25 cents. ·Children under 12 would ride on four for 25 · cent tickets at anytime. Harold lJ!• .Ahern of Boston, president and general mana,ger of the Tultton and Maine Transportation • co1ni>any, informed the commission that his firm ls willing to accept the Sherburne .Civic association's student-fare proposal. He added that i! the' commission approves the firm's petition to change the four local !are zones all students in tihe city would be allowed to ride on reduced fares during the aforementioned hours. Pearson announced that a joint committee 001I11Posed or Ci vie asso-. elation and PTA members studied figures presented by Ah'ern a,t 8ll earlier hearing in Concord and that the committee "realized that no ~ I To Sell Acres 1 \soo~-~~:~r!e~~~e t~~ t·be!::~-~lie! Acres could be sold as a "package" veteran and non-veteran . tenants tnust be offered the opportunity to , buy their homes, or any g_roup of 1't hese residents are to have the , AHERN A;N~U;CED at the ~,o :ch~::1~z!:· Lest~r R. Whitaker Concord meeting that his firm lost ' asked Mr. Loughlin what would $22,824 in the Portsmouth area alone War veteran residents or Went- ' happen 1! only part of the homes during · the first eight months of worth Acres will have first prefer-/ were sold to individuals and was ,. , • • __.___,1~,Ulls year. ence in the purclla.~e of the homes would be sold as a. "unit" by sealed The Boston and Maine official in which they Jive-when and If the' bids. said that his company':; plan to goven1ment offers ihe housing pro- Mr· Loughlin added he had been change four Portsmouth fare zones promiaec;I during his talks with PHA would increase company revenue by · ject for sale. head, John T. Eagan, that John $4,420 annually. That was the opinion expressed Kane, ne-;w PHA area representative, He emphasized tha.t the object of laS t night by John Lbughlln, a w111 visit Portsmouth In the near , the company's plan Is not to make former federal houSlng employe future to study the Acres .problem. the lines pay for the deficit but to who was s_e ?t to Washln~ton as th e At the conclusion. of his tour-page equalize the poorer paying lines city councils representative at con- report, Mr. Loughlin reconlmended th with others which are not operating ~~!~~f:tr:;i~~- e Public Housing, that the "city council make known at a loss. to tenants and veterans their preThe Sherburne groups had pro·Spea~ing before th e coun.~ll, ?,tr.\ !erred status In .acquiring the proposed earlier that the company es- Loughlm reported th at despite! perty through negotiation, and that tablish a straight 10 cent fare for all commonly accepted reports, th the city council foster and aid. the Portsmouth routes. Ahern, however, Acre: t~~ve not been put Into th I formulation of reasonable plans for rejected the idea last night wit,, the mar e · I presentation to the PHA." , statement that the proposal · was He ventured •th e opinion th e pro~ He sa1d that Mr. Kane had given "unfair" t.o Portsmouth residents ject would not be sol_d until th e him assurance that he Is w!lllng to who utilize self-supporting bus lines. , PHA a nd Federal Housmg admirnsJ give . serioUs "consideration to any "It would be unfair to the people tratlon h_ad come to agreement on purchase proposal on· a reasonable who reside at w.entworth Acre, and its appraised value. basis" and that records at the Acres • • • some of the other sections of the city BUT HE WARNED, "There's al- utloen·.to be ~pened for council ins.pec_where the company's revenue is 43 most no hope that the PHA, or any One it · ·tl · cents a mlle. These people should other government 'agency will con~ em _apparen y 1ntei;est- , not be fmther taxed because other tinue to operate the Acre;, Ing the council . fr_om the questions Jines In the city a.re not !)aylng," he , asked Mr. Loughlm, Is the matter added. "The plans call for Its sale as of the city. having tci take over the streets; sewers and ·other utilities at • • • the Acres. · PEARSON REVIEWED the work Mr. Loughlin expressed his opinof the joint committee and told how ion that when the government sold the members had approved of the plan benefiting students. He said the project, the city eventually would Chairman Hunter said the comthat after the proposal had been l!ave to take over these functions. mission had received a letter from• · formulated at a special meeting "I can't see how you can avoid Shea protesting the recording of the with Boston and Maine company PTA vote. it," he said. "You may wrangle over officials the Sherburne Civic assoIt !or a year or two but It will have • • • ciation members unanimously enAT THIS POINT Shea agaln took to be done." dorsed the -idea. The same proposal the floor to announce: was adopted on a roll-call vote by "I would like to get tJhls straight, 60 to 2 at the last regular meeting I did not request that the commisof the PTA, Pearson said. sion come to Portsmouth to conduct Long-existing friction between the this hearing as some people huve two Sherburne groups :flared at last rumored." night's meeting when Pearson acLater In the hearing, Mrs. Mation cused Edward J. Shea, PTA pres!, dent, of "subterfuge" in minimiz- Vliet of 595 Colonial drive took the ing the significance of the PTA and stand and recorded herself and several neighbors at Pannaway Manor Civic associations' overwhelming 11s opposed to the fare boost plan. vote. She to,d the commission that she · Shea took exception to Pearson'i; statement and asserted that a was not a member of either Sherbui"ne group and was appearing "on "large number" of PTA members my own." present at the last meeting did not State Sen. Rae S. Laraba and vote on the proposal and should be given an opportunity to express State Rep. Remick H. Laighton their opinions before the commis- spoke on the proposed South street line change. I sion. Commission members at the hearChairman Edgar H. Hunter asked the grnup If anyone would like the in~ Included Chairman Hunter, Edopportunity to speak but silence ward R. Thornton, Harold Bnrdard .and Sec1·etary James W. Doon. prevalled. d �Truck· Crackdown Nets TJ, $1,420 ill Fines Here .> \ Sixteen truckers Rnd three olhrr motor vehicle Jaw offenders paid a total o! $1,420 In fines and costs of $102.60 In Portsmouth municipal court today as State police and the motor vehicle department stepped up their drive against truck overloading. Highest single fine was a s s c s : ; e d * - - - - - - - - - - - - - agalnst the Alan Haulage co. or Brighton, Mass., which paid $175 and costs of $6.70 on an overloading count. The smallest t.rucklng fine was Paid by a Greenland man, David A. Jewel, who pleaded guilty to operating an Improperly lighted truck. H~_)V~ ~P.d fl0 and costs of $6.70. Yule Decorations 'Tops;, • . I\ Award Winners Listed I. I Christmas MaH Termed LargesfPt 'l Since War Days 'I11e large.~t amcunt or mall since World War II was handled by the Portsmouth postoffice for Christmas, Postmaster Peter J. Hickey announced today, Mr. Hickey said that 564,399 pieces of mail were received at the postoffice between Dec. 13 and Christmas eve. He added that lt was an Increase of approximately 35,000 over last year's figure of 629,091 during that same period. The postmaster expressed appreciation for what he described as t.he "excellent" cooperation of Portsmouth area residents in early mail, Ing. Mr. Hickey reported that all 1 Christmas mail was cleared from the local postoffice before Friday. Postmaster Hickey also reported that 23 temporary clerks and 34 ; extrii. carriers were employed at the I postofflce during the Christmas I rush. He added that the public , works department at the Portsmouth naval base provided three navy trucks and personnel to handle mall. There also was. and extra 1 carrier on each rural route, Mr. / HlcJrny said. Christmas decorations In the downtown Rnd residential districts were "out:;tanding" and a "decided Improvement" over past years, according to 'l'HE CARGOES carried by the / truckers ranged from lobsters to the judges of a contest sponsored by the Portsmouth Garden club and the locRI Chamber or Commerce. Christmas trees and Included oil, Mrs. Charles H. Amhoff, Gardenlil apples, potatoes, compressed alr tanks, lumber and general mer- club president, said that the judges, orable mention In the commercial chandise. Prof. L. P. Latimer of the Unlver- class. Fines and costs levied against slty of New Hampshire and Mr. and The Mark H. Wentworth home on other truckers were: Mr.,. Victor E. Amee of Kittery Pleasant street won a special award Jenny Manufacturing Co., North Point, complimented Portsmouth for interior decorations. Honorable Hampton, $75 and costs or $6.70; merchants and residents who dPC- I mention was given Mr. and Mrs. First Natlonel Stores, Inc., Somer- orated their homes and establli:h- Frank M. Marshall of 170 Sherburne ville, Mass., $75 and costs of $6.70; ments for the Yuletide holiday. avenue and Fred's Shell station at George E. Kane of Boston, $75 and There were 55 entries from Port.5- the intersection of Islington and costs o! $4.70. mouth and Rye ln the decorations Bartlett streets, owned by Fred R. Joseph C. Melvin, Camden, Me., contest, the largest since lt was Hoffmann. The Masonic Temple 0:1 $100 and costs of $4.70; Frank started several years ago. Middle street won top honors for • • • the best decorated club. Bishop, Jr., Falrfleld, Me., $100 and FIRST PRIZE for the best house costs o! $6.70; Arthur P. Arnold, Prizes were donated by Po,tsWest Kingston, R. I., $50 and costs decorations was awarded to Mr. 1md ot $4.70; Lewis J. Hawes, Water- Mrs. Frederick D. Gardner of 1360 mou,th merchants and the G:uden South street. Other winners In that club. Entries included both Portsville, Me., $75 and costs of $6. 70. cla!S,S were Mrs. Frank D. Butler of mouth and Rye residents. James N. Lund, Oakland, Me., $100 and cams of $6.70; Cyril s. Fletcher, 115 Pinehurst road, second; Mr. and Mrs. Herman C. Smith of Court Portsmouth, $75 and costs ot $4.70; street, thircl; and Herbert P. Warry Edward J. Velecca, Stonington, Me., of 73 Sagamore avenue, Mr. and Mrs. $75 and cost.s of $4.70; Arthur KenFred B. Severence bf 244 Newca tie nedy, Cape Elizabeth, Me., $50 and avenue, nnd Robert McLnne of 263 'W\\l costs of $6.70; Malcolm Jncobs, Carinocklnnd street, honorable mention. bou, Me., $100 and costs or $4.70; Ralph T. Wood of 83 Willard aveMaine Frelghtways, Portlanu, $100 nue won first prize for the best decAmericanism will be the keynote son draft is a "Photo-Gelatin" enand costs of $4.70. orated doorway. Other winners in of a bi-weekly exhibit In one of the • • • largement, distinctive because o! Its •that class were Mr. and Mrs. John J. buslnes3 office windows of The authentic clarity. LeROY E. TUCKER, Jonesport, Castellano or 236 Hillside drive, sec- I Port,mouth Herald on Congress street, Me., $75 and costs of $4.70; Air Re- ond; Mr. and Mrs. Alberlc Ouellette Every two weeks, another enlarged Publisher J. D. Hartford announced duction Sales Co., Boston, $75 and or 440 Richards avenue, third; and reproduction wlll be on exl1iblt ln today. costs o! $6. 70. . Mr. and Mrs. Frank D. Gillespie o! In ' c~peratlon with the American The Herald's Congress street winAn overloading charge brought '109 Ash street and Mr. and Mrs. Eldow. The entire series wlll consist Heritac-e founda,tlon sponsors of the of against Hugh Gallagher of Bangor mer Kathman of 170 Essex avenue, 26 documents. Preedom train, The Herald ls prewas continued for hearing on Jan. ! honorable mention. The historical background material paring a series of exhibits of en6. Gallagher Is also charged with Anclrew Jarvis of 31 Sherburne liirged reproductions of original, which wm be shown In conjunction drlvlng without proper license. nvenue took top honors in a class !or lmport·mt historic documents which with fihe documerut.s, has been writA sailor attached to the Ports- the best living Chrlstm{\s tree. now are touring the country aboard ten by Dr, Frank Monaghan, author mouth naval base, George C. Mer• • • of "Heritage of Freedom," the ofthe Freedom train. A MOTHER AND SON, Mrs. The "'Xhibit opens Thursday with ficial book o! thP. Freedom train. / ceron, was fined $25 by Judge Jer- Catherine Hersey and Donald E. a display of Thomas Jefferson's "The intense Interest for the Freeemy R. Waldron on a charge or" Hersey, Jr., eight, or 229 Concord "Roug(I Draft of the Declaration of dom train,'' Mr. Hartford said, "In- I drlvlng after his license had been way, won first pr17e In the Natil•lty mdepenuence." This document con- dlcates the desire of America~ to j suspended. scenes division. Second nnd third tains rtl! changes and additions view Important documents of our Thomns F. Mahek o! snugw, ' prize~ went to Mr. nnd Mrs. Howard :nnde from the Inception o! the American heritage. Mass., previously found Jn default, P. Jackson of 85 Chatham street, . n:anus~rlpt to Its presentation to "Unfortunately," he added, "the was fined $10 and costs of $4.70 on and Mr. and Mrs. Roger Haskell of the Continental Congress. The docu- Freedom train never got to Portsa speeding charge. !T.ent contains even the verbal mouth. Therefore The Herald ha& 1 1112 Maplewood avenue, respectively. Mr. Warry won honorable mention changes by Benjamin Franklin and arranged to bring the more Importin this class. John Artams, noted on the manu- ant and Interesting documents to this city and make bhem available T h e Pittsburgh Consolidation i:crlpt Itself. Coal comp!\ny of 35 Plen.sant street The window exhibit o! the Je!ler- to the public from our windo\, on CongreM .street." won flrst prize In the commercial dlvhlon wh11e the Gardner Agency of 307 State street and the Carroll Cut Rate store of 7 Congress street won second and third prizes respectively. The Hobbs Ini;urance Agency of 309 State street 'l\'as given hon- • • • ---------------·1 Herald Prepares Exhibit Of Historic Documents ! I I-- I ( Please turn to page three) �Bus Company 1,_ loca! Steel Plant Seen Accepting Rumor~ Denied Pannaway Plan· By State Planner Steel Plant(Conthrneil from page one) , Shirley B. Phllbrick of Rye ex-, plained that there are "good" living, traffic, economic and educational conditions ln Portsmouth. He said a "practical" move would be to establish a joint Maine-New Hampshire port . a.uthotlty to avoid ~onfllct between the two states. ] Alvin F. Redden, treasurer and 1 executive secretary of the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional Development association In Portsmouth assured the commission that Portsmouth's Industrial posslbllltles are . "greater now than ever before." commissioners present Included Winfield Shaw of New Bostoil, chairman , Herbert Brewster of Manchester, Edward Gallagher of Laconia, George Cuthbert of Keene, Guy Shorey of Gorham, Philip N. Guyol, research engineer, and Mr. shire," attempt to make Portsmouth the "hub" of New England's water transportation . Holden also described Portsmou th as "an ldel!,1 oll center In New England." Holden said that Portsmouth Is Rumors that a large steel comThe Boston and Maine Transporthe "right spot" for development tatlon company today was expected par.:v definitely plans to erect a and reported th at several large oil to approve a joint proposal by the plant in the Portsmouth area were companies already have inspected fla~ly <ienied today by Edward Sherburne Parent-Teacher and \ local facilities for the possible erecCivic associations that the firm give Ellingwoo<i, executive director o! the tion of pipe lints throughout New students special consideration in the I Sta~e PlRnnlng and Development Hampshire and i;urrounding states. commission and clerk of an Interim ll.rm's plan to shorten !our local fare Holden maintained that It Is more zones. commls~ton studying the possible es- , economical lo bring merchandise to This became apparent with the tab;ishmi'nt of a Portsmouth port Port.smoulh and distlibute it authority. announcement by Gordon A. Benthroughout neighbor ing states by nett, Civic association spokesman, Ellingwood made the denial durrail or truck th an ll Is to ship It that both organizations have aping a hearing In city hall for all through Boston terminals. proved a plan whereby Sherburne persons who might be affected by "We have one of the finest higharea students would benefit i! the the creaLlon of a state commission ways In the country passing through Pannaway Manor fare zone Is reto govern and Improve the local this city and It can provide swift vised. port . transportation, minus heavy traffic • similar to th at in Boston." "P.ortsmouth Is ju.st as good as MR. BENNETT said both organiHolden also Insisted that "the oil · an:ir othP.r port on the Atlantic seazations outlined thefr suggestions Industry will have to be taken away coast," he said, "but If any steel In a letter to Boston and Maine offrom Boston." He said that on one plants plan to locate on the east ficials. The letter; he reported was occRslon during World War II an ' coast they'll consider sites from cc.mplled last night at a special meetoil tanker became wedged between Portland as far south as Hampton Ing at the home o! John R. Pear"the city's only drawbridge" and Roa,is." son, Jr., of 969 Middle road, a Civic ot.h~r tankers were tied up for con• • • ~sociation member. siderable time. ELLINGWOOD SAID that as far 1 Both groups agreed with the com"But It couldn't h appen here," he as he and other commission mempany's plan to establish a 10-cent said, "for we can h andle the biggest bers could determine no steel comlimit at Dodge avenue on the Midof oil tankers. And not only that pany representatives have surveyed idle street route to Pannaway and but Portsmouth is just as close to Portsmouth area industrial possialso approved the company's prothe oil supply as any other port." bilities. posal to sell a nine-ride unlimited • • • He added: · ticket to Pannaway for $1. HOLDEN RAISED the posslb!llty "If any steel company decides to • The associations have suggested of an oil refinery locating In Portsbuild a plant In New Hampshlr~, it thta students en mute to or from mouth with the statement: won't be overnight." school activities be allowed to ride "And there's no reason why we Ellingwood did not reIuntil 6:05 pm with tickets worth four jectHowever, can't have a large oil refinery here. the possibility entirely. He rides for 25 cents. As it Is now, stuWe have the water facilities and said that members of his commission dents are allowed to ride the bu.ses could do as well as they do In Everett, have followed "every lead" availfor 5 cents only until 4:05 pm. Mass." able In an attempt to draw such an Holden suggested that Vermont's • • • industry into the state. THE PROPOSED CHANGE would · oil .~upply be routed through P~rtsElllngwood's statement followed a ena,ble students to return to their mouth, maintaining that water farequest by Thomas J. Downs o! homes before reporting for extra- 1 Portsmouth, chairman of the New cilities along the Hudson river and clll'!l'lcular activities. After 4:05 pm Lake Champlain "frequently freeze Hampshire State Pier commission, the students would pay a 10-cent up." that the State Planning and Develfare to Pannaway, but the associaHe reminded the commission that 1 opment commission "clear up" retions' suggestion would give them a Portsmouth harbor and the Piscataports that Portsmouth would be det.wo-hour leeway. qua river never fr eeze because of a veloped into a steel center. Although Ralph E. Ramsdell, strong current. • • • superintendent of the local bus • • • DOWNS SAID that a group of COIIllJlany, could not be reached for "WE COULD TAKE Vermont's oil Portsmouth businessmen met here comment today, Mr. Bennett rehere and ship it up north either by recently and decided that the steel ported that association members truck or train," Holden added. company rumors should be traced have been assured by Boston and Holden also said that neighboring to "their origin." He said they also Maine officials that their proposals industrial cities such as Nashua, decided to ask the state commission will be accepted. Manchester, Lawrence and Lowell to clarify the "confusion." It also was expected that a schedwould benefit If Portsmouth's port "Is it true or false that a steel uled Publ~c Service commission was developed and the Piscataqua plant will be built here?" Downs river dredged. He explained that hearing in Concord on the proposed · asked the commission. It was later transporta tion could be facilitated if ' ln the hearing that Ellingwood fare zone revision will be cancelled merchandise was brought to Portsif the Boston and Maine sanctions ' answered Downs' question. mouth by water, housed in large the civic organ\'1:ations' suggestions. _I Another Witness, John E. Holden storehouses along the river and then It was not immediately known ' , owner of the , .Atlantic _Telmlnal shipped over the road by truck or whether a hearing will· be held on · Conioration of Newington de.scribed dispatched by freight train, rather the Boston and Maine company's Port:.slr..auth as the "ideal" port in I New England. than the presen t Boston route. plan to shorten three other fare zones here. Th.i firm wishes to He accused local area business"We have excellent rall facilities shorten the !Ive-cent llmit on the men of not _being "on their toes" along the river," Holden pointed South street route from the present and urged them to "let their hair out. llmlt at the corner of Lincoln and -down" and lay t~e groundwork for Atty. Harold M. Smith of PortsSherburne avenues. possible development or the local mouth, who drew up the port auIt also would change the five-cent harbor. thority bill for Rep. John R. Mclimit on the Rye line from the cor• • Intire, said he conferred with ner o! Lincoln itnd Miller avenues HE ASKED that all businessmen Comdr. Donald B. MacMillan, noted to the comer of Lincoln and Rockin the area, "regardless of whether Arctic explorer, last night and that land street. The 10-cent zone on the they live in· Maine or New Hamp- . MacMillan had advanced a "decided New Castle llne would be changed theory" that Portsmouth offered .'(Please turn to pare three) from Wild Rose lane to Wentwqrth more as a harbor than any other avenue. port along the Atlantic coast. He added that development of the local port would not only benefit Portsmouth but the entire state as well. '1 • • I I I • 56 Dale to Manage Concord Station t),10 Gov. Charles M . Dale plans to. try a new occupation next ' January when he winds up his ·rour-year term as New Hampshire's chief executive. The governor will take over active management of his Concord radio station, WKXL. Announcement o! t~e change In managers was made by an official at the Concord station who said William Dawson, acting manager for severa.l months, Is to return to the· staff of Portsmouth's WHEB. The Associated Press said the shif ts were reported by Thomas S. Pingree who will remain In Concord as assistant to Governor Dale. \Christma~ Mail Termed Largest )l.~1 Since War Days The ia rge.st amcunt of mall since world War II was handled by the Portsmou th pos~office for Christmas, Postmaster Peter J. Hickey ann oun ced tod ay. Mr. Hickey said that 564,399 pieces ' of mail were received at the postoffi ce between Dec. 13 and Christmas eve . He added that it was an Increase of approximately 35,000 over last year's fi 6'1lre of 529,091 during that same period. The postmaster expressed appreciation for what he described as the "excellent" cooperation of Portsmou th area residents In early malling. Mr. Hickey reported that all Christmas mall was cleared from th e local post office before Friday. Postmaster Hickey also reported that 23 temporary clerks and 34 extra carriers were employed at the postofflce during the Christmas rush. He added that the public works department at the Portsmouth naval base provided three navy trucks and personnel to handle mall . There also was and extrn carrier on each rural route, Mr. Hlc11.ey said. �,.. Power\~ Plant Speeds Toward ----.:=-==-......:.._--~----~----C) Como Ietion Enough electrlc!ty to supply Manchester's 80,000 population wm start flowing from the New Hampshire Public Service company's new $5,000,000 Piscataqua river plant by the end of 1949. When contractors finally turn the huge, steel-framed structure over to the ut1llty, its two mercury vapor turbines and a steam turbine will be capable of producing 40,000 kilowatts. Added to the new plant's output wlll be the 30,000 KW production of the power ship Resistance. The 70,000 KW total represents more than half of the company's 130,000 KW "peak load," an official said today. The power generated at the plant near Newington will be carried over "high lines" to Manchester and Nashua. High tension lines to Manchester already are installed but the Nashua line has stllJ to be constructed. A company official explained that both lines were intended to feed the company's main north-south transmission network. "Actually,'' be said, "the completed power network will form a cross over the face of New Hampshire." "Its eastern tip will be in Portsmouth and the western extremity in Keene. The northern end will rest in Franklin, and Nashua will be the southern terminus." The soft coal burning monster on the Plscataqua will require an operational crew of 70 men. Its 25,000 KW steam turbine will be the largest in operation in the Granite State. The two mercury vapor turbines are each rated at GOI G UP-Construction of the ew Hampshire Public Service company's plant on the Plscataqua river moves rapidly toward completion. The S5,000,000 plant ,viii house two mercury vapor turbines and a 25,000 kilowatt steam driven turbine. Work started on the project last January and may be completed late next year. The new plant was located near the navigable Piscataqua to enable ocean-wise steamers to bring Jn the large amounts of i;oft coal needed to fire the boilers. 7,500 KW. In this connection,· a large i;oft Steam generation of electricity is coal distributor ls already building an old story but in its merclll'y storage space adjacent to the new vapor experiment the Public Ser- plant. vice company ts one of the pioneers However, the C. H. Sprague and Negotiations for the sale of the Rockingham hotel were reported in in the field. Son company of Boston does not inprogress today between Andrew Jarvis, the hotel's major owne; and The principle of boiling mercw·y tend to confine lts local coal outlet James B. Smith, president of the Wentworth hotel. ' and using the generated vapor to to the power plant. It also w1I1 supThe report was unconfirmed, al-)( drive machinery was developed 20 ply bituminous coal to other industhough Mr. Smith's s~retary, Miss years ago, Experiment followed ex- trial users. Emma Ruebe. said, "It's not deflperiment and then World War II Construction Is now moving nite yet but Mr. Smith is a,ttending put a temporary end to practical fast enough on the huge power to that today. We will know when use. plant that the Public ervice he returns." In actual practice, mercurycompany hopes to have all its • • the liquid metal-is vaporized in units in operation within a year. MR. SMITH himself could not be reachect for comment. the boilers under pressure. In It originally expected to have one its gaseous form, the mercury of the mercury turbines operating A deed transferring the RockQuestioned this morning Mr. drives the turbines. · Iearly in 1949 with the others sched- Jarvis admitted that he ha; "dis- ingham hotel from the ownership of I~ generation work done, the Vjl- uled for completion in 1950. the Portsmouth Hotel co. to tbe cussed" the deal with Mr. Smith Rocklngham Hotel Co., Inc., was porized mercury passes through waHowever, a company official de"but we haven't come to any agree: filed today in the register of deeds ter condensers. The condensers re- clared rather happily today, "We ment yet.·• office, Exeter. t~·n it to its liquid metal state. Then think they're all going to come in This was partial reiteration of a John W. A. Green, register of lt 1s ready to start the cycle anew. together by _this time_ next year." statemC;nt by Mr. Jarvis last week deeds, said the revenue atampi; on Erecting a fuel-powered generatThe building housmg the three t~at h£: had entered into negotiathe deed indicated that "at least Ing plant on the banks o! the Pis- generators occupies 23,232 square tions for sale of the hotel and that $l00,000 changed hands In the transfeet of ground on the site or the "if I sell I'll seli to Mr. Smith." action." . cataqua may seem a blt inconsistent old N;.w Hampshire Diatomite Co. Only a few days later, however, According to files ot the secretary to the layman but not to company It ls 132 feet wide by 176 feet long Mr Smith flatly denied any consldof state, James B. Smith ot New ofl'lcials. and the walls are or brick with ~rati~n 01 the hotel's purchase, sayA spokesman explained recently insulated "Q" panels and steel mg, I merely had dinner with Mr. Castle 1s president of the corporation; Margaret Smith of New that droughts, a common New sheathing filled with insulating Jarvis-there's nothing to It." Cast.le, treasurer; and Jeremy R. Hampshire ailment, have forced materials. The hotel, a Portsmouth landpower companies to develop other The construction ls being done by mark o,•hich was built before the Waldron or Portsmouth, clerk. Mr. Smith ls also president ot sources of electric power. the Saunders Engineering Co., with turn o' the century and developed Hotel c o., Inc., and J udge supervision and advice from Gen;nto prominence by the famous Wentworth Waldron Ja clerk. eral ElP.ctric experts and the Public Frank .rones, Is valued on the city's Service compa.ny, tax br.oks at $75,000. - -· • .JI ,.. • \ Sale of Rockingham Hotel fl•t Reported 1n Negotiation Hotel Sale Papers Filed in Exeter n-'{D • I I I I �..--~ - - - -- -~a Coast Guard Change Rockingham Hotel Goes 'fl,\:> Into New Hands Monday Sought by 11. Merrow 'l~ The Rockingham hotel-a Portsmouth landmark for 64 years-is ch ange owners on Monday. to A corporation headed by James B. Smith, manager of the Wentworth will bring the two hotels under the same ownership for the first time sine~ the days of Frank Jones. * Although plans are under way to Improve: the hevera,ge service at the Rockingham, the historic Governor Langdon room is to remain intact, Mr. Smit,h said. I Joh" Leary Heads THE COR~R. R~Oi\1 adjacent tc. the Governor Langdon room, is to be made into a ship's tavern, its decoration to be in keeping with Portsmouth's sea.port history. Mr. Smith said his major interest in the Rockingham is its possibilities as a convention center. Largl'r conventions have avoided Portsmouth because of the Wentworth'~ llmited capacity but, with / tne Rocidngham as an additional facility, they might come here, he mid. The Rockingham was rebuilt in 1684 by brewmaster Frank Jones. It came into the possession of George Q. Pattee of Washington in 1908 and in 1919 was sold to the Rockingham hotel company. The Portsmouth Hotel company took it over in 1934 and In 1944 Andrew Jarvis came into sole ownership. Loca AOH unit• fl.I 1 I I I- John J . Leary was elected president of the Ancient Order of Hibernians at a recent meeting at the Knights of Columbus hall. Other officers elected were Cornelius Hobbs, vice president; Thomas Loughlin, recording secretary; Harry Simpson, Sr., financial secretary; Carlos 0. Hobbs, treasurer; Daniel SulllvaJJ., marshal; John J. Regan, sentinel; Johp Foley, chairman of the standing committee, and Jere Sweeney, chairman of Irish history. The group voted to hold a joint installation with the Ladles auxlllary, AOH, Wednesday, Jan, 12. Local Altrusans Review Convention High light s I Portsmouth Altrusans were cited for 100 % attendance at the district 1 conference last week in New Castle as they held their first fall business meeting Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Constance A. Dow of 346 Pleasant street. Mrs. Julia R. Spadoni, presldent*------- - -- - - - - - Cue, were initiated at Wednes• of the local club and delegate to day's meeting. the conference, gave a brief resume A contribution was made to the , of the highlights of the affair. Community Chest drive and a $150 It was the first appearance of scholarship was awarded to a girl &tarting a nurses training course. delegates and other members from Two other scholarships recently were five new Canadian clubs, she said, awarded to assist a girl studying at and Mrs, Violet Ryley of Toronto a teachers' college. was one of the speakers. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Mrs. Spadoni announced that the Dow. registration of 155 Altrusans from 21 A dinner meeting will be held at cities, the largest conference yet held Howard Johnson's WeQnesday, Oct. ' In the district, included the interna- 13, when a discussion of the new tional president, Miss Corinne V. by-laws will take place under the Loomis of Boston, and the new dis- cilrectlon of Mrs. Alice M. Lee, trict governor, Miss Almie M. Jen- president elect. Local conference chairmen lnc.!uded Mrs. Constance A. Dow, oecorations; Mrs. Hazel W. Somes, entertainment; Miss Rosanna O'Donoghue, hospitality; Miss Hazel E. Woods, menu; Mrs. Louise B. Hartley, printing; Mrs. Spadoni, r,rogram; Mrs. Evelyn Z. Womersley, registration; Mrs. Alice M. Lee, 1t..servatlon; Mrs. Pearl H. Shaw, transportation and Miss Clementena H. K ane, publicity. Mrs. Womersley was treasurer and Mrs. Doris E. Witmer was conference manager. Three n ew members, Miss Helen L. K elly, Mrs. Maria.n Chandler and Miss Ellen Mo- U. S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow said today b e would seek "immediate" action for the transfer of the present coast guard station at Fort Constitution to Jaffrey Point and the re-opening of the Isles of Shoals station. He said he would make the move to insure "adequate" coast guard protection for Portsmouth area fishermen and boating enthusiasts. He made the announcement following a survey of harbor facilities from the tug Portsmouth this morning, Congressman Merrow, who toured the Piscataqua river with officials of the State Planning and Development commission, also said he would ask that pollution be cleared from Great Bay for the possible establishment of oyster and smelt industries. He afso plans to request that army engineers survey the Piscataqua river as far as Great Bay and install "adequate" buoys. Another plan Is to dredge Hampton harbor for an increased fishing industry and water sports activities. The congressman and others aboard the tug also surveyed potential industrial sites along the New Hampshire shore of the river. Participating in the survey in addition to Congressman Merrow, were Edward Ellingwood, executive director, J . Merrow Teulon, industrial director, and Philip Guyol, research engineer, all members of the State Planning and Development commission; Mr. Redden; Ashton Norton of Hampton, president of the New Hamp• shire Legal Lobster association; Alton P. Tobey of Hampton and Fred W. Knight of Durham, Seacoast Regional association directors; William J . Scott of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce; City Manager Edwarcl C. Peterson; Mayor Cecil M. Neal and E. Cass Adams of Durham. Mr. Ellingwood and other members of the State Planning and Development commission also inspected port facilities In conjunction with their duties as members of an interim commission conducting a port authority study. The commission is studying the problems of creating a state port authority a.t Portsmouth, as outlined in a legislative bill filed in 1947 by State Rep. John R. McIntire of Portsmouth. A public hearing for all persons who might be affected by a port development program and other interested persons will be held at 10:30 am Dec. 14 a.t the council chambers ln city hall. It is ex)lected that commission officials will report on today's survey a t next month's bearing. The survey was arranged by Alvin F. Redden, treasurer and executive secretary of the New Hampshire Seacoast Regional Development association in Portsmouth, AOH Auxiliary Honors Quirk Rev. Edmund F. s .... Rev. Edmund F. Quirk of st. Peter's church ln Concord, state chaplain of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, was honored last night at a testimonial banquet at the Wentworth hotel, New Castle. Approximately 200 officers and*' illary and John Lawless of Dover, national vice-president. members of the state AOH auxiliary, Mrs. Timothy Harnedy, Rockingwhich sponsored the event, attended. ham county president, welcomed the Father Quirk ls a native of Portsguests. Mrs. Jones, state treasurer mouth and was formerly a priest at and local auxiliary president, was the Church of the Immaculate Contoastmistress. Seated a t the head table besides ception. the speakers were Mrs. Margeson, Mrs. Josephine Jones presented Miss Catherine Shehan, grand re·him a gift ln behalf of the state gent of the catholic Daughters of aux!liary. America, Mrs. Annie Wllson of Guest speakers included Rev. JoClaremont, state secretary, Mrs. seph Kenneally of Salem, formerly Anne Doran of Somersworth, state of Portsmouth, Rev. Robert Quirk, historian, Miss Agnes Quirk, sister OSB, of St. Anselm's college, Manchester, brother of the guest of hon- , of Father Quirk, Miss Helene Drisor and the Rev. J ames E. Mccooey, , ct,ll, local vice president, Mrs. Joseph Roginskl, recording secretary and pastor of the Church of the ImMrs. James O'Sullivan, financial maculate Conception. sP.cretary. Others were Rev. Francis Happney Also Miss Jane Lynes, treasurer, of the Holy Trinity church in SomMrs. Harry Simpson, mistress at ersworth, Rev. Edward Francoeur of arms, Mrs. Parker Timmons, hisSt. Joseph's church in Dover, Rev. torian, Miss Marion Feeney, sentinel Arthur St. Pierre of St. Raphael's and four officers of the junior divichurch, Kittery, Assistant Mayor sion, Miss Hannah Moynahan, presR ichman S. Margeson of Portslrtent, Miss Margaret O'Brien, secmouth, Matthew Rlley of Somersretary, Miss Barbara Chandler, worth, state president of the AOH treasurer and Miss Anna. Mae and Miss Catherine Cronin of Dover, Soule, l!entlnel. state president of the Ladles' =ni·- I �Timothy Harnedy Heads - White Elected Chaplain Local , Catholic Laymen Of BoomcnJLegion Post :-7ew officers wer.e Installed at a recent meeting of the catholic Laymens Retreat League or the Immaculate Conception church at Howard Johnson's restaurant. 0 l~ .,. Timothy Harnedy was Installed· - - - - - - - - - - -- m1n·1ttee Heads Appo·1nted by '3 h 1• S • I at O IC oc1efy a.s president to succeed Dwight ( Ballou. Other officers are Peter O'Malley, vice president; Daniel Lunt, secretary; Thomas Hennes- , ~ t sey, treasurer; and Joseph Shanley, I ; '1 Howard Jackson, Daniel McMasters , ( and Alfred E. Stulb, directors. The Rev. Thomas F. Dutry, as.51s• 1 tant pastor of the Immaculate con- I Committee chairman for the year ceptlon church, addressed the group/ were appointed Friday at a meeton his recent trip to Rome and Ing of Court Immaculate Concepother .sections of Europe. tion No. 1234, Catholic Daughters He described In detail his America, In the Community CenJoumey aboard the Queen l\fary er. and 1ubsequent trip to CherChairmen are ns follows: bourr, Paris, Lourdes, Florence, Mrs. Della Murray, Community Venice, Switzerland, Belgium, council; Miss Marguerite c. Joyce, London. Scotland and Ireland. Convert league; Miss Agnes Thrunk, The local prleat told how he at- i hospitality; Miss Mary Chandler tended, a special audience ,vith Pope and Miss Agnes Quirk, juniors; Plus XII at the prelate's summer Mrs. Mary S. Healy, program; Mrs. ' h ome at Castelgondolpho, along , Cecelia Kane, publicity; Miss Marwith the R£. Rev. Matthew F. Brady, garet A. Buckley, refreshments; ' bishop of the Manchester diocese Mr . Catherine L. Hobbs, welfare· ' • and the Rev. T. s. Hensbury al5 ~ Mrs. Lela Langelier, ways and ' , or Mancheater. Father Duffy said means. one of the most outstanding events Captains for the :i·ear Include was the opportunity to celebrate l\lr,. Elizabeth Regan Mn. Mass at the BasUca of the Rosary l\Iary P. LonPrgan. Mrs. Cathat Lourdes and Jn St. Peter's caerlne Lunt, Mrs. Mary J\1. Crowthedral in Rome, the largest church Icy, l\Irs. Dorothy K. Caswell, ' In the world. Miss Cancllcle Daigle, Mn. s. After his vl81t to the Vatican, FaEdna Thompson. ther Duffy went to the grave of Mrs. Florence Marcous, Mrs. ElizaSt. Patrick ln Northern Ireland, the beth Monagle, Mrs. Anna M. Ricci, famoU& Blarney Castle, and the Mrs. Evelyn Orzechow.~kl, Mrs. Franbirtlhplace of his parent., In Bally- ces F. Burr, Mrs. Theresa D. Patterbay County, Southern Ireland. His son, Mrs. Catherine Ballou, Mrs. parent3 are Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Josephine Gamester, Mrs. Clara Duffy of Dover. Fa.ther Duffy re- Quirk. turned home aboa.rd the Queen Mary Mrs. Bertha Hegarty, Mrs. Kathafter a trip to Dublin and South- rrine T. Murphy, MlM Mnry Jo hampton. · Oroskl, Mrs. Katherine Henderson, Retreat League members voted to Mrs. Florence Cottrell, Miss Ruth hold a ladles night at the next Johnson and Mrs. Margaret Curran. monbhly meeting. Mr. Harnedy, Mr. The appointments were made by Shanley, Joseph J,ong, Mr. Jackson, Miss Catherine Skehan, grand reMr. Hennwey, Mr. McMMters, Mr. gent. O'Malley and Mr. Lunt wm gerve Mrs. Maude Rousseau of Portson a committee In charge of the mouth, .state secretary, reported on affair. the national convention held reThe Rev. William A. Donoghy, I cently In Pasadena, Cal!r. S. J., a noted Catholic writer and The next meeting will be held dlrector of Campion hall retreet Oct. 8. house at North Andover, Ma&s., hes been Invited to 11peak at the lad!~ night program. t I I Local Girl Scouts 0 Twenty-nine leaders and 11.'1,,ts- John W. Bryan, Mr\.1.,ml Dow and t,ants wlll be in charge of Portsmouth Mrs. Norman Hnrtrorcl, Troor, 14; girl scout groups this year. Mrs. Donnld Casteel, Troop 15; Mrs. They are Mr.s. Arthur A. Bean WUllam Crosby, Mrs. Robert Day, and Mr.s. Stuart P. French, Troop Miss Claire Sullivan and Mrs. Riehl; Mrs. William F. Pennington, ard Kinnison, Troop 16; and Mrs. Troop 2; Mrs. Daisy White and Mrs. J. Henry Concannon ancl Mrs. LeFloyd Lydston, Troop 3; Mrs. Lynn land w. Davis, Troop 18. Sanderson and Mrs. Charles McThe local girl scout council held its Kenna, Troop -I; Mrs. An th ony October meeting at the home of Mrs. Vinciguerra, Troop 6; Mrs. C. Andrew Bartlett and Mrs. a. Morris a-ray, Frank J. Massey of 204 Aldrich road. Troop 6;•Muis Anne Withington and Mrs. Clifford B. Skinner o! 534 Mrs. John H. Sprague, Troop 8; and State street was elected president at Mrs. Ermlnio A. Rice! and Mrs. Cll!- a recent lenders' association meeting ford Skinner, Troop 9. at her home. Others chosen were Also Mu. Norman O. Miller, Troop Mrs. Lydston, vice president; Mrs. 10; Mrs. William McKenna., Troop Bartlett, secretary; and Mrs. 11; Mr11. Ronald E. Simpson and Sprague, treasurer. Mrs. Olarlt Coleman, Troop 12; Mrs, 1--- - --- - ·-- -·------· Edward S. White was elected and Installed chaplain ; ooma American Legion post at a meeting last week. of Frank E. Comdr. Ralph Atwell was install-* = = = - - - - - - - - ~ "' ing ofilcer. Past Comdr. Robert Noble was appointed chairman of the winter dance series and Past Comdr H.lchard A. Pinkham announced that plans are nearly complete for a 50th anniversary party for members of Camp Schley, Unlted Spanish War Veterans, and its auxiliary. Forest Morrison and .Toseph II. Cullen, Sr., reporter! on a re- cent flistrict convention In Rochester. It was announced that George Hiltz, district musical director, is forming a group to play at Installations and all district affairs. Plans for a past commanders· night In conjunction with the dedication of the new Legion home were outlined by Past Comdr. Omer Comeau. The post accepted five applications for membership and two new members were Initiated. A resoultlon to a1ld two more members to the grill room committee w111 be voted on at a meeting Sept. 16. Mrs. Lucy Hersey, chabrman of child welfare, submitted a request for type O blood donors. Reports also were given by the grill room, V-J anniversary and sick committees. The Red Feather 0 .L \ Boy Scouts Lead Way_ In Character Building (EDITOR'S NOTE: This ts the of articles on Portsmouth agencies benellttlng from the Community Chest. The local R•<l Feather drive now Is in progress.) fa~t In a series can advance In rank, to protect and train scouts 1n matters of health and safety, to provide necessary fin- · ances to maintain scout services, to visit and service various troops, cul> packs and senior units and to promote the full program of scouting throughout the district territory. The council sponsors a cub scout program for boys nine to 12 years of age; boy scout program for boys 12 years and older, sea scout, air scout and explorer scout programs for boys 15 years and older and a lone scout program for. all boys in rural sections not large enough to organize a troop, pack .or senior unit. The boy scouts benefit directly from contributions to the Commun!ty Chest. Character development, citizenship training and physical fitness are three objects of the Boy Scouts of America, a Red Feather agency. The Daniel Webster council of New Hamp~hlre has a total of 4,892 1 members with 386 in the southeastern district which is composed of Port.,mo11th, Exeter, Rye, Hampton, North Hampton, SLratham and Grernland. This rr11rrsrnts a total of 224 troo11s In thr council and 18 southeastern district troops. Each dis trict is represented by a committee of volunteer scouters who work in conjunction with the field scout executive to organize end exLcnd the program of scouting ' through ins titutions and organizations, to promote camping and activity programs, to recruit and train volunteer leaders. The committee also ls responsible for maintaining conditions so scouts - -- -,---- �\::, i, 'New' · -- - - --- ' Loco{._; Chamber Aims High, I Elects David C. Packard, assistant treasMr. Packard said he believes the - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - urer of the Moriey Co., and acting Chamber should have at least $4,-1 chairman of the Portsmouth Cham- 000 in its treasury before an organlber of Commerce since its reorgani- zer or !ull-tlme secretary is enzatlon several months ago, last night gaged. • was elected Chamber president. A pocket-sized business diredory Other officers, who will serve with which would contain the names of , Also discussed was the posslblllty Mr. Packard announced that more Mr. Packard until July 1, 1949, are each Chamber of Commerce mem- of erecting a large sign at the LafJames B. Smith, first vice pres- ber was adopted. The business guide ayette road entrance to Portsmouth. than 600 car::ls In the form of an ident; Robert E. Whalen, second vice would include a yellow cover a.id · The sign would direct traffic into invitation to Portsmouth have been distributed throughout the downpresident; and George R. Chick, contain the Chamber's new insigna this city, treasurer. town area to out-of-sta~e motor-a ship's wheel-on the front Frank Costello informed the ists. He reported that Mr. P age, Elected to the board of directors cover. members that a survey by blm assisted by IO or 12 other local l were Albert H. Wooltson, Dr. FredEach Chamber member will be aland several members showed merchants had placed the cards on erick S. Gray, Earl E. Watson, Jr., lotted one listing in the new busithat a sign approximately 40 by the wlnctshiehls of automobiles. Arthur J. Healey, }'rank Costello, ness guide which wlll be distribut10 feet would cost about $600. lie j Herman D. Page, James Woods, ed throughout hotels, summer re- said the sign would be constructIncluded on the cards ls the Valentine A. Ely, Ralph T. Wood, sorts, stores and local establishstatement: ed ot wood wilh a metal front EaTle Fox, Samuel R. Blaisdell, Wlll- ments before fall. A member desirand Scotch lettering. "The Portsmouth Chamber 1 lam A. Scott, George J. Scott and ing more than one listing in the diOn a motion of Mr. Smith the of Commerce Bids You WelE. Curtis Matthews. rectory would be taxed $2 for each sign proposal was placed on "file to come, Visit Our l\lodl'rn Stores. Meeting at the Rockingham hotel, additional listing. await an Investigation by a comSee Our llistoric Homes. Call Also discussed at last night's mittee to be named at a later date. the members were informed by Mr. On Us For Anything We Can Packard that hiring of an organizer meeting was a plan for Christmas It was decided to have the commitDo To Make Your Visit l\fore or full-time secretary for the "re- decorations and lighting in Ports- tee draw up specifications for the Pleasant." sign and call !or bids. juvenated" Chamber will have to mouth. The cards give the location and Merrill H. Smith reported that he be delayed until the agency has Mr. Smith reported on a current additional funds. had conferred with Eli N. Lagasse, investigation by a Chamber group telephone numbe1 of the local a prominent Haverhill, Mass., car- In an effort to Improve the condi- Chamber. He said the Chamber has nival owner and amusement park tion of the local railroad and bus Members also adopted a plan for about $1,400 in its treasury and purchase of 500 decals and memproprietor, concerning the local terminal. that he expects at least $2,096 bership plates. The decals and metal Christmas decorations situation. Mr. Smith said he had conferred plates wlll be distributed to denote in membership fees In the near JHr. Smith said the Haverhill with Boston and Maine officials membership. They wlll be purchased man, who has installed Christfuture. He added that after the concerning improvements to the for $215. mas decorations in l1is home current membership campaign present structure. He announced The new officers were instructed town, Lowell, Derry and Camis completed the Chamber exthat there was a strong possibllity to name committees for a fund ratsbridge for several years, has that the waiting room building may Ing field day this fall and a cen, pect■ to have at least $3,500. agreed to come to Portsmouth be torn down to make way for a tennlal observance next year. Both - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - parking lot. Mr. Smith also said affairs were proposed at last night's and confer with Chamber offlthat the terminal may lie repaired meeting. 1 clals. and the Inside renovated to provide The original by-laws of the Cham1 <·v Mr. Smith said Mr. Lagasse bases comfortable accommodation for ber were dissolved to make way for his fees on $1 per lineal foot for travelers. The comm!Uee is contln- future action on a new set ot rules and regulations. oJ\ store frontage and handles the entire uing its survey. project Including the installation Officers will be elected at a and furnishi ng of equipment. meeting of Portsmouth's "rejuvenThe decorations would be placed ated" Chamber of Commerce at the along Congress street to Market 1 Rockingham hotel at 7:30 pm today. square where a large cross would be installed and then continue down David C. Packard, acting chairI I ', l'. Daniels street to city hall. The fixman, has announced that a publicity committee report will be given. tures also would be placed on Market street from Bow street and ex. It ls expected to be the last meeting be<!-0re tall. .J tending to the corner of State and Portsmouth's Chamber of Commerce has been Pleasant i;treets, Charles M. Dale for erection of a road sign at the given land by Gov. trance to Portsmouth. Lafayette road en- I New· Chamber IMeets Tonight I Dale Gives Chamber Land for Road Sign The 'New' Objectives1 These are the objectives of Portsmouth's "new" Chamber of Commerce: (1) Engage a full-time secrfltary; (2) build an information booth at the entrance to Portsmouth. To staff it and cooperate with the Maine booth; (3) Establish an active merchant's committee to handle promotional days; (4) Aid and abet old houses by descriptive literature; (5) Coordinate with the Seacoast Regional association in getting more tourists to this region; (6) Plan tours to various cities and within the city to industrial companies to "know your Portsmouth;" and (1) Rehabilitation of the railroad station and better facilities and promotion of bus station and airport. Other objectives include (8) Identification of members by plates and decals; (9) Classified business directory; (10) License plate names; (11) A sign at the Lafayette road entrance to Portsmouth; (12) Future construction of a downto~n parking area; (13) Christmas decorations; (14) A weekly radio program; (15) A weekly newspaper column; (16) A ,general Portsmouth folder·1 (17) Welcome cards for out-of-state motorists; (18) A new home for the Chamber; (19) Development of Portsmouth's harbor; (20) Development of Portsmouth's airp~rt; (21) Industrial development; (22) A "know your city" campaign; and (23) Draw tourists into Portsmouth. Chamber President David c. Packard said that the governor has given the agency a plot of land in the vicinity of his radio station for the large sign which will direct motorists iuto the city, The sign, now In the planning stages, will replace that at the Jntersection of the superhighway and Lafayette road. The chamber decided to remove the sign after it was described as "inadequate" by .several chamber members. The new sign which will measure 40 by 12 feet and be constructed of wood and metal with Scotch lettering will be seen for at least, a half-mile along the Lafayette road. The present sign Is unnoticed until motorists are within only a short' distance, It was pointed out. M r. Packard announced that a special Chamber of Commerce· committee now is receiving bids for construction of the sign estimated at $600. *--------------- C of C. Drive Continues The heat had no effect upon the Chamber of Commerce membership drive today except to make it "hot"- figuratively speaking. Membership Chairmen Arthur J . Healey and Ralph T. Wood repoi-ted a total of 30 new members with the ' prospect many more would sign be' fore tomorrow as solicitors began ··to beat the pavement" downtown seeking new members. One of the best "selling points" th ey said, is I.he new business directory which will be distributed to ~'.embers aHer the campaign. The !rectory will list a ll merchants and businesses affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce. I • �New Members Join Rush New R~sponses To Fill C. of C. Roster Heighten Hopes The rejuvenated Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce hit full stride In C. of C . Drive today In its week-long membership drive with every !nd1catlon that re- City to Celebrate 100th Anniversary Plans for a 1949 observance of Portsmouth's first 100 years as a city were launched last night as the revitalized Chamber of Commerce completed its organizational work. The centennial observance will be directed by James B. Smith of New Castle who will be assisted by Keith Field, Al• bert Wolfson and Harry Kirp Completely new committees to handle various Chamber affairs were appointed at a directors' meeting held at the Morley company. The reorganized committees are membership, retail division, by-laws and the centennial observance. Heading the 19-man membership committee are Ralph Wood and Arthur J. Healey. Among their workers are Charles cripture, John L. Scott, Winfield W. Scott, O. J. Brown, George Chick, Frederick D. Gardner, Fred Cu hman and Dr. Frederick S. Gray. Others: Philip F. Gray, Raymond F. Blake, Theodore R. Butler, Melvin Goodman, Arthur J. Reinhart, Harry Winebaum, George J. Scott, Herman Page and R. C. L. Greer. Robert E. Whalen is chairman of the retail committee. Members include James Woods, Mr. Page, l\'.lr. Healey, Ear) Fox, l\'.lr. Scripture, Leonard Alkon, Gordon II. Aston, Miss Beulah March, Philip Gray and Edward C. ha.Ines. The by-laws will be revised by David C. Packard, Chamber president; Wyman P. Boynton and Forrest Eaton. Frank Costello and Mr. Field are in charge of a project for a new directional sign at the junction of the Lafayette road and the Interstate by- pass. Arthur J. Healey and Ralph T. Wood, membership drive chairmen, reported that in the last 48 hours, 15 new memberships have been received by mail at the Chamber's offices on Daniels street. The 15 total, they reminded, does n11t Include memberships sought by solicitors In their canvassing of the community's merchants. "Soliciting team captains tell us that response ls excellent," the chairmen said in a Joint statement. "One of the mc,st encouraging signs," they :irlded, "are the memberships belnl;' received from merchants and other businessmen who never before had any affiliation with the Chamber of Commerce.'' Meanwhile the Chamber committee moved forward with plans for the printing of a business directory of members. Merchants affiliated with the agency will recP1ve Individual copies. They will be printed after the membership campaign. In a letter to new members last week, President David C. Packard expressed appreciation for early Metal membership plates for the ensuing year have been mailed to new members of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce-"wlth some pride and a small feeling of accomplishment," President David C. Packard reported today. ~ The plates, light blue, with aluminum-tinted offset lettering, are designed to be hung in store windows or other prominent _places. Their inscription includes a notice to all solicitors: "We do not contract for program advertising or contribute to any form of solicitation unless it has the written approval of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce." In an accompanying letter, Mr. Packard told new members this is "Chamber of Commerce week." H e expressed appreciation for support, reported that a new sign will be constructed on Lafayette road and that a Christmas display I ' Invite Industry Here For -0 Chamber Tour Portsmouth's "progressing" Chamber of Commerce is ready to take a major step to draw more Industry Into this city. The Chamber will Invite about 100~ New York and Boston real estate industrialists, development engineers and newspaper real estate editors 1 here before next spring to view Portsmouth's Industrial pbssibil!ties. This was announced today by David C. Packard, Chamber of Commerce president, who stressed that plans for the In Three new memberships received spection tour are in the Infancy by mall increased to 18 today the stages, total In the Chamber of Commerce's Mr. Packard said the plan was week-long membership compalgn instigated by Valentine A. Ely, local and helghtf'ned committee hopes investment consultant and Cham- ~ t total membership of the reber of Commerce director, In ronjuv~nated agency may climb to 600 junction with Edward Ellingwood of at week's end. Concord, director of the State PlanMembership Chairmen Ralph T. ning and Development commission. Wood and Arthur J. Healey said Philip F. Gray, Chamber retail soliciting captains now are makin111 board member, and Mr. Packard contacts !or personal memberships will serve on a special committee and report that response from with Mr. Ely to arrange the tour of businessmen and merchants conpotential industrial sites here. No tinues to be excellent. definite date has been set. · It is the hope of the Chamber, Mr. Packard said there Is a they said, to operate on a 10,000 possibility that a special Chamannual budget which would require ber of Commerce committee will more than 600 members. go to New York and Boston to extend a personal welcome to this area. I nitial plans ar e to provide a special train for the journey here. The Chamber of Commerce also intenru to publish a special brochure illustrating Industrial possibilities in Portsmouth and outlining the employment, housing and real estate situation. These brochures would be sent to the invited executives prior to their visit. Mr. Packard said similar Inspection tours are planned by the Manchester, Laconia and Nashua. Chamber of Commerces. New Responses Heighten Hopes In C. of C. Drive ! Metal C. of C. Plates Mailed. 'Withr~ Pride' is "well along in planning." Three new member hips received by mall increased to 18 today the total In the Chamber of Commerce's response and informed them that week-long membership compaign plans already are under way for and heightf'ned committee hopes erection of a new sign on Lafay- that total membership of the reette highway and Christmas dec- juvenated agency may climb to 600 orations. 1 at week's end. Enclosed in Mr. Packard's letter I Membership Chairmen Ralph T. was a metal membership plate for Wood and · rthur J . Healey said hanging in merchants' and business soliciting captains now are makin3 office windows. contacts fo1• personal memberships and report that response from businessmen and merchants continues to be excellent. , It Is the hope of the Chamber, they said, to ,operate on a 10,000 annual budget which would require more than 600 memben,. sponse would exceed expectations at campaign's end. I I b3 �C. of C. Gets to Work On Christmas Plans While the recent hot weather put a temporary crimp In th I ship drive, Chamber of e r with member· Cpmmerce committeem en went ahead cold weat her Christmas plans that may make Portsm th " ou one of the "best decora t ed cities 1n the country during the Yuletide season. I ==----==--------!/ ~ Those were the reports today from Ralph T. Wood and Arthur J. Healey, membership co-chairmen, and Robert E. Whalen, member of the ,·etall committee. Mr. Healey and Mr. wood said hot weather had forced an extension of the membership campaign as many business offices and merchants' estabiishments in the city were closed. The membership chairmen said, however, that results of the drive to date have been "very heartening." They said one merchant had volunteered _ a membership by mall, writing that he appreciated the work of the committee and felt that they were doing something for the good of the city. He enclosed a. membership, "to give a lift." He had not been contacted by Chamber solicitors. Mall memberships alone total WELCOME TO PORTSMOUTH-A new sign erected b th p t . Portsmouth-bound motorists on Lafayette road The s· 4y e or smoutb Chamber of Commerce, greets nearly 40 since the drive began equipped with Scotch lettering and can be seen· for byhl~/eet, was built at a cost of about $ti00. It is a. little more than a. week ago. Herald photo) ,.,,., a eas a a -mile along th e Lafayette road. (Portsmouth It is the aim of the Chamber to f l •\'"1 enlist 600 members by the end of this week. IMr. Wood and Mr. Healey .!laid they were confident .the goal would be reached. 1-<'?,Meanwhile, Mr. Whalen said ,i,~ elaborate plans are neairly complete Portsmouth Chamber of Comfor a downtown Christmas season merce directors last night outlined pageant similar to one held 1n Havfinal arrangements for a gala , erhill last year that drew nationChamber or Commerce directors Christmas parade. campaign collections this year are wide attention. voted to continue plans for an elaMeeting at the Morley company 4% above 1947's, but the drive still Mr. Whalen said Ell Lagasse of borate Christmas llgntlng program they decided the parade will form lags $6,788 behind the $28,500 goal. Haverhill, a professional lighting yesterday at a meeting at the Mor- at 4.30 pm Monday In front of the A meeting of the Chest directors arranger, had been contacted and ley company on Islington street. senior high school, proceed down Wednesday heard that final tabuhas laid tentative plans for a Market square will be the focal Congress street and march to t he lations probably will show $22,000 Christmas system in Portsmouth. collected here this year for the point of the program, with a huge front of the postoffice. Present plans call for lights Santa Claus then makes his first Cht:St, Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, orbell and amplifier system bringing from the public library up Conganlza.tlon execuaive secretary, recarols to shoppers. Lights will be appearance under the auspices of gress street and down Daniels strung from the library to city the Chamber. poned t-0day. street to Penhallow street, then The group also voted to assist with Among the reports of the camhall and from the postofflce to Bow down Market street to Bow a Christmas decoration contest bepaign, Chest officials said civilians street. i;treet and down State street to and servicemen at the Portsmouth Santa Claus will arrive Monday, ing sponsored by the Portsmouth Pleasant street. naval base contributed $1,648 as Nov. 29 and a parade that day will Garden club. In the center of Mrurket square, a be featured by )llany floats. Prizes will be given for the most compared with $1,398 contributed 10-foot bell will be hung for a loudIt was announced that a direction- effectively lighted house, the most last year by civilians alone. speaker system that will broadcast al sign inviting people to come into decorative entrance or porch, the Several gains In contributions carols and chimes. were reported although some diviPortsmouth has been finished and most artistically decorated commerA float parade marking the ar- will soon be Installed on Lafayette ciaJ building, the most effective nasions showed decreases in a comrival of Santa Clatts will be one of tivity scene, the most artistically parison with last year's figures. road. the highlights ¥r, Whalen conAt the same time, the directors George R. Chick, treasurer, re- decorative clubhouse, and the most cluded. ,\ began allocation of funds to the ported that the treasury contained artistically decorated living Christvarious agencies in the Chest. They mas tree. $2 ,500. Judging will be held Monday inc\uded Family Welfare associaRalph T. wood, membership tion, $854; Salvation Army, $969; chairman, reported that 73 new through Friday, Dec. 20 to Dec. 24. The chamber will send out anmembers were gallned during a reDistrict Nursing association, $525; nouncements of the contest next GM Scouts, $275; Boy Scouts, $366; t Pnt membership drive. week, it was reported. VMC/'>-, $994, and ~CA, $916 . /g~, : Yuletide Lighting Approved by 'J Chamber Heads Christmas Parade ~ Set for Monday Chest .·Fund Lags By $6,788 Sum; ll• ~!'!~ut.,~~~'!!!,ed:M, . ' I I �1 Rev. C. W. Parmley Methodist Church Unveils Rejects High Post The Rev. Chester W. Parmley, pastor of the Advent Christian church, has declined a call to serve as n ational evangelist and field worker under the General Conference of America. Mr. Parmley, a resident of 240 Islington street, was elected to the national post at a recent bl-anoual session of the conference in Plainville, Conn. In declining the position Mr. Parmley said he felt the local church presented the greatest pastoral challenge in the entire denomlnat!on "from the viewpoint of equipment, number of young people and members, loyalty to the pastor and an ever increasing constituency with which to work." Mr. Parmley came to Port.smouth nine years ago from Wallingford, Conn. A native of Sharon, Conn., he was educated in schools there and attended . Hartford seminary and Wesleyan university. He is a graduate of the New England School of Theolqgy. I Oren M. Shaw b 5 1Named Chairman Of local Church Honor Roll for MVeterans A memorial to Portsmouth men and women of the First Methodist church who served in World War II was dedicated after the morning worship service at the church yesterday. The honor roll was unveiled by :i - - - - - - - - - - - - - - nd st s, Gold ., I Specil1l guests included veterans f'rgan!zations and their auxiliaries. The memorial committee was headed by Mrs. Edward H. Riley. Jack I'lgJis was guest soloist. • n, \'~ • :::h!'.""°' Methodist Church ro,,, • • • • THF. WE LEY AN Service guild will hold a covered dish supper at 6'30 toctay in the church vestry. To Dedicate New 5 I!~~~!1 h~!~,~~~~t. Nursery Class &-~ Opens Tomorrow At North Church A nursery class wl,11 begin at the North Congregational church tomorrow morning during the church hour, for the convenience of parents desiring to attend the service. The class, sponsored by the Mothers• club, is for children approximately 3 to 9 years old. The committee in charge includes Mrs. Richard Hodgdon, Mrs. David Ogilvie, Mrs. Robert Rose, Mrs. Coleman Pearson, Mrs. Albert Rockwell, Mrs. Lester Whitaker and Mrs. Emil Peschel. men and women of the First Methodist church will be dedlcated a'tter the 10:45 am service tomorrow. An adult Bible study class for men The Rev. Edward H. Brewster, and women will begin Sunday D.D., pastor, will preach on "Now Is morning at 9:30 In the parish house. the Hour." Mrs. Clarence E. Read wUl be the teachei·. Veterans organizations, auxiliaries and the Portsmouth chapter, AmeriThe Pilgrim Fellowship held an can Gold Star Mothers, Inc., wlll be ali-day outing at Kennebunkport special guests. Mrs. Eleanor Sand- last Saturday. They made plans for ford, a Gold Star Mother, will unveil fa!I meetings and activities. Bradthe memorial. ford Mooney is president. The honor roll, in the form of a The .Rockingham association of church bulletin board, has been Congregational-Christian churches erected on the church lawn. The illuminated memorial bears the in- I will hold its fall meeting tomorrow afternoon and evening at the Hampscriptlon "In recognition of the services rendered in World War II by stead Congregational church. The Rev. John N. Feaster, pastor of the/ men and women of this church." Congregational church, will speak Members of the congregation who at the evening session. He wUl give served in the last war and their famhis impressions of the general counilies will be among guests. cil meetings at Oberlin last June. Music at the worship service wlll include two solos, "There Is No Death" and "This Is my Task," by Jack Inglls. The chorus choir will sing "O Lord We Pray" by Drozdoff. Mrs. Marian Craig, organist, will play "Consolation" by Mendelssohn, "Communion" by Abt and "March Romaine" by Gounod. Church school wi!J convene at 9:30 am. The Women's Society of Chris:lan S~••vice will meet at 7 :30 pm t.omorr')w in the vestry. Rabbi Joseph Schimelman of 'T'emplr Israel will be guest speaker at a meeting of the Mr. and Mrs. club at 7:30 pm Wednesday in the vestry. I'he Portsmouth Council of ChurcJ: Women will hold a food r.ale at 1 pm Thursday in the Baptist parish house at 507 State ~treet. 'T'he "Pack-a-Towel" bundles will be bundled for shipment over- I seas. Meml,ers of the local Methodist parish will attend the third session of the Methodist leadership. tralnlllg school in Exeter at 7 :30 pm Thursday. The cub scout pack Will meet In the vestry of the local church at 7 pm Friday, I Oren M. Shaw was elected chairman of the Court Street Christian church at the annual business meeting and parish .supper last week in the vestry. Other officers namect were Edward C. Shaw, deacon for three years; Ralph Hanscom, clerk, Mrs. Nettie Badger, trea.surer; Mrs. Jonena Critchley and Mrs. Hazel s 1aw, auditors. Claude A. Williams, chairman, Mrs. Alice Sutton o! Portland, Miss Gail Schlot will lead the Fred Gove, Jr., Ben Gay, Fred Gove, Sr., and John W. Hutchins, chairman of the section service Youth fellowship service at 6 pm, trustees; Oren M. Shaw, chairman, committee for the New England Mr. Williams and Clyde Campbell, rPglon of the National Council of finance committee; Mrs. Thaxter Jt:wlsh Women, addressed the execuL. Williams, ch~lrman, Mrs. Ethel t: ve board of the local section last Shaw, Mrs. Beul:i.h Hanscom, Mrs. night. \i.The ~roup met at the home of Florence Gardiner and Mrs. Albert Blaisdell, flower committee; Garrlt Mrs. Samuel M. Cohen at 62 Fleet Meidema, superintendent of Sunday street. school. Mrs. Sutton spoke on the coordiA special revision in federal housing regulations governing rental and Mr. Williams, head usher; Miss nation o! the national and local Mabel Webster, historian and press programs with emphasis on service sale of units at Admiralty V1llage has ended a rancorous feud between reporter. Mr. Williams was named to foreign born. She told o! new FHA officials and 24 Kittery World War I veterans. representative of the church for provisions !or displaced persons unThe argument centered over the,S.aer the Wiley-Fellows bill and exthe DeMerltt scholarship. K ittery businessmen also have It was voted to start the Sunday plained the United Service organi- government's ruling that the World school bus next Sunday and Mr. zation's program for new Americans. war I veterans h ad "absolutely no been asked to make statements on Announcement wa.s made Qt a tea preference" in the purchM-'3 of the unavailability of housing In KitWilliams was named chairman. tery and the ha.rdshlps which would Mrs. Williams wa.s chairman of the t r be held Nov. 22 at the home h omes. be involved by eviction of present supper committee and Beverly Bore of Mrs. Eugene Cummings of 293 Wib1rd sh·eet at 7:30 pm in conUnder the new agreement, veteran residents, according to was in charge of the d!ning room. however, they wiJI be allowed ' selectman Dennett. junction with the local chapter o! equal priority with World War W Hadassah. II veterans. Kittery Selectmen Joseph • Invitations were received to atCutts, Carroll H. Sterling and tend an open house at the PortsKittery Selectman Wl!Uam. ! , Mr, Dennett already have Inmouth Rehabilitation center at 2 Dennett told the "doughboys" meetformed the government agency The Rev. John Bersentes has been pm Thursday and an open house ing at the project's community in writing that the vets face named pastor of St. Nicholas G1·eek and tea at the Unltarlan-UniversaJ- building, last night. o! agreements a hardship without the preferOrthodox church to succeed the 1st parish house at 2:30 pm Nov. 30. with Sumner K . Wiley o! New York, ence, Mrs. S. Gordon Task ..reported on area director for the Federal Ho\18Rev. Nicolao.s Tsaknides who has been transferred to Cincinnati after the section's plans for Christmas ac- ing administration. The veterans, under the leaderholding the local pastorate for more tivities at the Portsmouth naval Housing authorttles have asked ship of Cornelius Sanders, alao t-han two years. hospital and disciplinary barracks for statements from the American have drawn up a petition proteatFather Bersentes was pastor of a in cooperation with the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars ing the Public Housing authority Red Cross. church m Waterbury, Conn., for 11 and have sent It to President TruMrs. Sutton Is interviewing work- and Disabled American Veterans man. years before coming to Portsmouth. declaring the organizations 1n His wife and five children reside in shop committee members today at favor of the move for equal priority Greece. Mrs. Task's home at 586 Broad for veterans of both world wars. street. Jewish Council Studies Program~_\'() For Service Worlc \tillage Rental Feud Ends in Rule Revision I Greek Church .S,q_SGets New Pastor �State Unita rians Meet lri Portsmouth Next Week Porl:.5mouth's historic Unitarian-Universalist church will be host 'Sunday, o ct. 24, to the fall conference and annual meeting of the New Hampshire Unitarian association. () l lt> The day-long session will be high-,· lighted by the dedication of the new $60,000 parish house facilities in the basement of the local church. , Prominent Unitarian and Universalist churchmen throughout the state as well as city officials will participate in the dedication of the modern parish house. The keynote speaker at 11 am church services will be Dr. Marshall E. Dimock of Bethel, Vt., professor of political science at Northwestern university, who will speak on "Religion and World Politics." . Following a dinner, Dr. Emily T. Wilson, of Littleton, president of the N. H. Associate Alliance, wlll be in charge of a women's meeting from , 1:30 to 2:30 pm in the church auditorium. At the same time, the laymen will gather in the parish house parlor where Raphael J. Shortlidge of Keene, president of the state church group, will preside and give the principal address. John B. Fisher, executive director of the United Unitarian appeal, will discuss "The Man Who Believes What Be Says," at a meeting of all conferees from 2:40 to 3 pm in the church auditorium. Th r e e round table discussion groups will meet from 3:05 1'o •4:30 pm. Discussion of "Can Liberilism . DEDICATED T O~OR ROW-A_ ~~w chil_dren's chapel, shown a b o v e , * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Win the World?" will be led br; the WIii be among the parish h ouse fac1hties dedicated tomorrow at the UniRev Frederick C Stearns social c- versalist-Unitarian church. Miss Rosamond Cruikshank is the organist, tion~ committee ~hairma~, at a•s~s- left, and Miss Kathleen Farnum is the worship leader, right. sion in the parish house parlor.'The Rev. Edward A. Cahill of Nashua, World Churches department dh-ector, will speak. Simultaneously, another group of delegates will . discuss "Youth Programs fdr e w H ~\m p sh i r Churches."~This group 'fill gathe on the parish house sta~ and will o;ne of the most mod1:rn parish house fac~litles in the state wlll be be led by the Rev. Albert ,D'Orlando dedicated aC the Unitarian-Unlversalist church 01,1 State street tomorrow of Wilton Center, advisor to the during the fall conference and annual meeting of the New, Hampshire association's youth groups. The Rev. Unitarian association. Robert Zoerheide of Peterborough, former advisor to the church youth The new $60,000 parish house, group, also will lead the discussion. The chapel, which has a seating which includes a spacious audi"Strengthening Our Churches capacity of more than 50, will be torium and several rooms for reThrough eyspitality and Friendiigious classes and activities, ls lo- used for weddings, christenings and ship" will be the topic of discuscated in the basement of the church children's meetings. A church lision at another session in the which was built in 1824. Construc- brary and room for religious classes church auditorium. Roland W. Bur!;ion ol the parish house facilities also ls included in tlhe new parish bank, executive secretary and treaswas started in September, 1947, and house. In the rear of the building urer of the state association, will be workn,en now are making final is a mrrsery while various closets, a leader. renovations before tomorrow's dedi- toilet facilities' and storage rooms Election of officers, appointcation. ment of committees, and reare located in other sections. ports will highlight the annual Prominent Unitarian and UnlThe kitchen, bwlt in the rear of meeting from 4:45 to 6 pm in vers;i.list churchmen throughthe church basement, is lined with the church auditot'ium. A buffet out the state as well as city cabinets for dishes and food, and supper will be served from 6:15 officials will participate in the includes a refrigerator, stove, sink, to 7 pm. dedication which will highlight coffee urns and serving counter. Also participating will be Mayor The parish house will be dedithe day-long conference. T,he floor of the kitchtm, ladies par- , cated between 7:30 and 8:30 pm in Cecil M. Nea!, Dr. Robtrt Cummins, The parish auditorium Is equip- Ioi and kindergarten are covered general superintendent of the Unithe church auditorium. The Rrv. ped with a large stage and will ac- with tile. · The floor ln the auditorWilliam w. Lewis, chui;_ch pastor, versalist Church of America, Rabbi commodate more than 400 persons. ium ls concrete. Joseph Schimelman of Temple will sp~ak on "What Makes the On the Court place side of the Wo r km en cut through the Israel in Portsmouth, the Rev. Frank Liberal Churoh Survive?" buildmg is a women's parlor, kin- church's brick wall on Court place to E. Smith, representing the Amdergarten and class room, a kitchen construct a side door with stairs exerican Unitarian association and and two o~fices, while a children's tending to both the basement and New England Regional council, Mr. chapel jl,nd youth room are on the Burbank, and Dr. William Safford (Please turn to page eight) state street side. Jones, D.D., minister emeritus of the ·tar·a -IJ ·versalist ch re ·~t."> r Dedication to Highlight Unitarian Session Here �main floor of the church. The lawn which surrounded the building was lowered several feet and basement windows were enlarged providing the new rooms with more natural light. Principal speaker during the dedication ceremonies from 7 :30 to 8:30 pm will be the Rev. William w. Lewis, pastor, who will discuss "What Makes the Liberal Church Survive?" During the services chuch members will present Fire Chief George T. Cogan and Albert Woolfson of Temple Israel with scrolls in appreciation for their assistance while the Universalist Unitarian church was being remodeled. ~ Chief Cogan made the fire station hall on Court street available to the parish for meetings and religious classes, and members of Temple Israel granted the Unitarian-Universalist parlshoners permission to use their synagogue for church services during the same period. Participating in tomorrow's program will be Mayor Cecil M. Neal, Rabbi Joseph Schlmelman, the Rev. William Safford Jones, D. D., pastor emeritus of the church, and the Rev. Clarence L. Eaton, acting minister of the Universal!st church from 1942 to 1943. Robert Marvin, dedication committee chairman, will give an address of welcome. Miss Anne C. Withington, organist, and Brandon K. KJJowles, soloist, will provide music for the services_. l Greetings will be given by Richard 0. Burns, president of the New Hampshire Universalist convention, Roland W. Burbank, executive secr.etary-treasurer of the New Hampshire Unitarian association; the Rev. Robert Cummins, D. D., general superintendent of the Universalist Church of America, and the Rev. Frank E. Smith, executive secretary of the New EngJanel Unitarian council, Dr. Marshal! E. Dimock of Bethel, vt., professor of political science at Northwestern university will speak at 11 am on "Religion and Politics." A dinner will follow. Dr. Emily T. Wilson of Littleton, president of the New Hampshire Associa.ie Alliance, will be in charge of a women's meeting from 1:30 to 2:30 pm in the church auditorium. Slmult!meously, the laymen will gather in the parish house parlor where Raphael J. Shortlldge of Keene, president of the state church group, will preside and give an address. John B. Fisher, executive director of the United Unitarian appeal, will discuss "The Man Who Believes What He Says" at a meeting of all conferees from 2:40 to 3 pm in the church auditorium. Three roundtable discussion 4:45 to 6 pm in the church auditorium. A buffet supper will be served from 6:15 to 7 pm. A municipal employes · committee consists of Miss Margaret M. Ballard, chairman, Herbert R. Hagstrom, Miss Edith M. Austin, Miss o l.S Julia F. Butler, Miss Agnes M. McCarthy, Miss Deborah A. Stone, Miss Alice L. Jeffords, Miss Murlel E. Morrow, Miss Marguerite I. SimpNew parish house facil1tles in the Unitarian-Universallst church on son, Donald M. Hooper and Miss State street were dedicated last night in a service attended })y 400 persons. Mavis P. Rose. Mrs. Dorothy B. Bovard, chalrThe Rev. William W. Lewis, pas-1 . -man, Mrs. Clata W. Adams, Mrs. tor delivered the dedicatory address ister-ementus of the South chur_cn. 1 0 ,., '"What Makes the Liberal Church Mr. Eaton gave the invocation Letitia G. Downing, Mrs. Wilford r s~vlve?" followed by a welcome from th_e R. Stires, John C. VanMetre and churnh by former Mayor Robel t Miss Minnie Witham are members George Melcher of Nashua was Marvin, chairman of the dedication of a social service employes com- 1 elected president of the New Hamp- , committee. mlttee. Miss Elizabeth M. Keefe will shire Unitarian association at the Greetings were extended by Richrepresent state employes while Augannual conference yesterday. ard o. Burns, president of the New ust T. Waldron will be in charge of Hampshire Universalist convention, federal employes. Other officers named were Floyd Albert G. Hunt wlll be chairman A. Avery of Concord, vice president; o! a committee which will canvass Roland W. Burbank of Andover, Mr. Burbank, Mayor Cecil M. Neal, executive secretary-treasurer; Mrs. the Rev. Robert Cummings, D. D., employes of businesses in the initial Walter P. Hubbard of Keene, re- of Boston, general superintendent of gifts division. ervlng with him will the Universalist Church of Amer- be Mrs. Margaret W. Clark, the Rev. cording scretary. ica, and the Rev. Franke Smith, Robert H. Dunn, G. Morris Gray Mrs. Walter H. Lacey of Keene and Charles s. Foster of Lebanon executive secretary of the ·New Mrs. Louise B. Hartley, Mrs. Albert G. Hunt, E. Bliss Marriner, William were elected directors for three I England Unitarian council. · Rabbi Schimelman of Temple Is- F. McQuatters, Herbert A. Warry, years. real gave the invocation and Bran- 1 John R. Wiggin and Albel't A. During the dedication service, don Knowles of North Hampton Woolfson. Laurence G. Peyser, chairman sang a. baritone solo. 1 • Seven local girl scouts are assistof the board of wardens, premg Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, campsented two scrolls, one to a aign chairman, in filling workers' civic organization and one to kits for the coming drive. The girls a religious group, lauding their - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - , are Marion Sprague, Ruth Sprague, conduct after the Universalist Jacqueline Baer, Nancy Hayward . church burned In January, 1947, Mary Pickett, Alice Ricci and Judy leaving the parish without soHanscom. cial facilities. Charles T. McKenna Will head a Community Chest group which Will one scroll thanked members of check workers' report envelopes and Temple Israel for use of the synascore returns at the various report gogue during the renovation period. meetings next week. He will be asThe award was accepted by Rabbi sisted by Ralph E. Morang, Merrill Joseph Schimelman and Albert H, Smith, Lawrence A. Hamilton, Bradwoolfson, president of Temple Isford S. Goodwin, ·Kennard M. Palrael. frey, Arthur F. Brown, Jr., and WilThe second scroll was presented liam W. Neall . to the Portsmouth fire department Volunteers who will serve as offor the use of its building for tlfe fice assistants during the campaign ,church's fraternal groups. Chief are Miss Ruth R. Pierce, Miss PaulGeorge T. Cogan accepted the award. I ine Gray, Mrs. Rena Hecker, Miss , Mr. Lewis in his speech deGeorgia Vourvas, Mrs. Horace W. clared that unless the liberal Gray, Mrs. Bradley M. Clark, Miss church has a reason for exisMargaret Hickey, Miss Frances tence drawn from modern life, Schofield and Miss Dorothy M. M it has no special olaim upon its Laughlin. Dedication Service Held For New Parish House I I l heritage. "Each new era through which the liberal chtuch has lived marks the survival by a new awakening in the terms of hul"tlan life," he said. "The logical step_ for liberals now is to understand our times In terms of unity, in terms of cooperation, in terms of fellowship, so that the age will dawn by which Un1tarlans and Universalists and other religious liberals will build an institution capable of combatting the power of authoritarianism to the right or to the left," he declared. The association adopted a resolutlon expressing confidence in the United Nations as the main hope in ,ireserving the peace of the world. Four former ministers of the two local churches attended the dedication service. They were the Rev. Frank B. Cha~terton of Cambridge, Mass., the Rev. Clarence L. Eaton, acting pastor of the Universalist church during the early part of the war years, the Rev. Ernest A. Thorsen of Portland and the Rev. William Safford Jones, D.D., min- I DR. ARTHUR S. ADAMS Community Chest Launches Drive u bI Monday Night Mrs. Pickett :umounced today that a seven-minute movie entitled "Red Feather Family," is being shown at local theaters in connection with the Chest campaign. Mrs. Pickett said the movie was arranged by the local campaign's publicity committee which includes the Rev. John N. Feaster, chairman, John W. Howe, theaters; Charles W. I Gray, r adio; John W. Hopley, display; Mrs. S. Gordon Task, speakers; Miss Anna H. Kushious, special broadcasts; and Mrs. Robert H. President Arthur S. Adams of the Dunn, newspaper publicity. University of New Hampshire will Mrs. Pickett also reported today be principal speaker at the kick- that local boy scouts are delivering off meeting of the Portsmouth window and counter cards to stores Community Chest at 7:30 pm Mon- and shops throughout the city's day at the local community center down-town business area. on Daniels street. All Portsmouth boy scouts will Campaign officials have stressdeliver Community Chest leaflets ed that all workers in all divi- to all homes Saturday, The leaflets sions must attend the meeting describe the work of the seven local to obtain working material. The agencies affiliated with the compublic also has been Invited. munlty Chest. Philip F. Gray w!Jl be chairman of The work is being carried out the meeting. under the direction of Fred A. NoseIt was announced today that An- worthy, Kenneth H. Stanley and drew c. Graves will head a commit- Mr. Morang, local boy scout officials. tee to canvass employe groups dur-1 Ing the campaign, Oct. 19 to 25. �A play entitled "Later That Night," will. be presented next Wednesday night at the junior high school as the senior high school student body's contribution to the Community Chest. Chest Launches Community Chest G.IrdS bi For Fall Fund Campaign 1 Partlc!patlng will be Brad Mooney, ' Irene Heavner, Allee Fournier, Bar- I bara Keith Merriman, Rosalie Young, George Emery, George Goodreau, Germaine Quirk, Barry Baker and Rayroond Lariviere. Paul Slawson and Ernest Abrahamson will be stage managers while Adele Goodn:an will be a prompter. Chest Campaign Needs $12,000; Leaders Cited Jfa> Campaign for $28 r500 Fund Q\ A vigorous g~t of enthusla~m today sent the Red Feather soaring towards Its $28,500 goal as the Portsmouth Commun It y Chest launched ' its ~ual campaign. Enlightened by an ardent pep talk by Dr. Arthur Stanton Adams, University of New Hampshire president, more than 300 volunteer workers embarked on one of the most energetic social missions In ~his city's history. Speaking at a kick-off meeting of all Community Chest workers a.t the local community center last night, Dr. Adams made a spirited plea that each Portsmouth citizen accept reaponslblllty for the success of the drive whloh will continue until next Monday. E) High scorers in the 1948 Communlty Chest drive for $28,500 were 1 honored last night at the Community Center, although the campaign has fallen more than $12,000 short o! its goal. The persons receiving plaudits were Walter F. Beevers, captain of Team 2 of the business division; Miss Margaret Ballard, representing municipal employes; and Mrs. Dorothy Bovard, head o! the hospital group. Also honored were Emerson Spinney, chairman of tJte special cases division, who reached the 100 % mark on quota fulfillment and Andrew Graves, employat groups chairman, second with 75%. Individual captains In the homes division who have topped their quotas include Mrs. Francis N. Larkin, captain of sector 28; Mrs. Wyman P. Boynton, captain of sector 15; Norman N. Myott, Unit 2, captain; Capt. Hugh Fleming, sectors 25, 26 and 27; Mrs. Robert H. Dunn, captain of sector 23, Mrs. Amedee W. Fournier, Unit 1 captain ; Mrs. Arthur M. Clark, Jr., sector 37 and Mrs. Jeannette Chamberland, captain o! Unit 3. Also Arthur Baum sector 39, Mrs. James Culberson, captain of sectors four and five, Mrs. Roland A. Sukefarth, captain of sectors one and ,wo, Mrs. Harold S. Woods, captain of sector eight, Mrs. Robert Sterry, r.aptain of sectors 29 and 30 and Mrs. Perley N. Storer, captain of sector 41 James B. Smith, formerly of Houston, Texas, where he was In charge of a Community Chest campaign where $1,300,000 was taken m, spoke to the group. George Chick, president or the Community Chest, emphasized that donor.s, are giving to seven agencies instead of one. Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett announced t,he high scorers and announced that the campaign will be extended another week as the total has not yet been reached. Philip Gra,y presided at the meeting. The Rev. Robert H. Dunn gave the invocation. I 500. E. Goddard 1 Day, campaign chairman, reported that the 28,500 quota will be the basis in determining in di v i d u a I amounts for each chairman of the soliciting divisions. Philip Gray, In charge of campaign meetings, reported arrangements have been made for space in the Community Center for seven meetings Oct. 18 through Oct. 25. Fred Cushman, in charge of labor union participation, leads all solicitin'.> divisions. Mrs. Pickett said a leaflet describing the needs of the seven Red Feather services, will be distributed throughout the city. The next meeting of the campaign committee is set for Sept. 9. The Red Feather , I (p Community Chest Fund I Aids Busy · Girl Scouts "Everyone in Portsmouth must be concerned with the Community Chest campaign which is a fundamental and worthy cause," Dr. Adams emphasized. The noted educator outlined five parts which he described as "extremely Important" to the Community Chest enterprise. They are: 1. Participation. 2. Responsibility. 3. Obl1gatlon. 4. Unity. 5. Devotion. "Take the first letter of those five elements and they'll spell 'proud' and t,hat's just what each citizen will be I! he undertakes hla own responsibility in this campaign," Dr. Adams added. Inspiring talks also were given by Mayor Cecil M. Neal; George R. Chick, Community Chest president; E. Goddard Day, campaign president; and Mrs. C. Waldo Plcket,t,4 campaign manager. Phlllp F. Gray was chairman of the meeting. I The Portsmouth Community Chest prepared today for a. vigorous autumn fund-raising campaign by scheduling seven October meetings of the drive committee and also deciding on allotments to be distributed to various welfare agencies. Chest directors, according to Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, campaign manager, accepted the following recommendations of the budget committee: Family welfare, $4,556; District nursing, $2,800; Salvation Army, $5,168; boy scouts, $1,953; girl scouts, $1,470; YMCA, $5 ,304; YWCA, $4,980, and Chest administration, $1,- (EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the fourth In a series of articles on Portsmouth agencies benefittlng from the Community Chest fund. The Chest campaign opens here Tuesday.) In cooperation with bhe Family Welfare and the District Nursling associations, the girls gave community service. At Thanksgivin,g and Christmas, handmade cards from the Portsmouth troop.s were on the trays of patients in the Pembroke and Glencliff i;anatoriums. The interest the girls show In scouting and the good that they get out of it Is well reflected by a remark made by one of them. "I'd rather be sick on my birth• day than on the day the troop Sharing in each dollar contributed to the Community Chest are the Portsmouth girl scouts, whose strengbh grew to 456 last year. The Red Feather campaign will help the girl scouts continue work like last year when 55 Brownies "flew up" Into the scout troops; 19 girls received first class badges and eight were awarded the curved meets.'' bar, highest rank In scouting. Throughout the year, work in the From that Interest the adult lea• girl scout troops ls conduoted In ders get their reward for hours o! harmony with the high Ideals of work in the planning and directing the Girl Scout's promise and scout of scout activities. 1 laws. Yet scouting Is dependent on the The achievement badges won Community Chest - without the by the girls resulted from the Chest, scouting would have to cut efforts of many local women, down Its program, one that keeps working as ronsultants and more than 400 Portsmouth glr~ Inleaders in the various scouting terested in cooperative activities. fields. Community ~hest t\ Hunts Volunteers An appeal Is being issued for six more volunteer captains !or the homes division of the Portsmouth community Chest. Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, executive secretary and campaign manager, today announced meetings for homes division workers to be held Sept. 8 and 9 In the Chamber of Commerce office at 2 pm. These meetings will be the opening gun of a week-long special training course to be given drive captains the first week In October. The campaign committee will meet Sept. 9 at 7:30 pm. Sector captains !or the homes division bave been listed as follows: Mrs. R. A. Sukeforth, Mrs. Alex Sadowsky, Mrs. Jeannette Chamberland, Mrs. Amedee W. Foumier, Mrs. James M. Culberson, Mrs. John B. Walsh, Mrs. Genevieve Kanada, Mrs. Harold s. Woods. Mrs. Arthur M. Patterson,· Mrs. Harry F . Downing, Mrs. Warren O. Teague, Mrs. E. Bliss Marriner, Mrs. Wyman P. Boynton, Mrs. Ralph W. Junkins, Frederick E. Pillsbury, Mrs. Robert V. Morse, Mrs. Raymond C. Payette. Mrs. Wllllam McKenna, Mrs. Robert H. Dunn, Mrs. John R. Parkhurst, Capt. Hugh C. Fleming, Mrs. Francis N. Larkin, Mrs. Robert J. Sterry, Mrs. Beatrice Lyle, Mrs. Stowe Wilder, Mrs. Samuel F. Griffin. Mrs. John E. Seybolt, Mrs. Frank F. Hoff, Mrs. Albert C. Briskay, Mrs. Henry R. Reuther, Mrs. George R. Chick, Arthur E. Baum Miss M. Alice True and Mrs. Perley N. Storer. Chase Home To Get $1,219 The Chase Home for Children, Middle road. soon will receive $1,219 as part of more than $67,000 being distributed to New Hampshire organizations, Gov. Charles M. Dale 1 announced today. The money w:is made available for distribution by the New Hampshire Jockey Club, Inc., of RockIngham park, Salem, the governor said. Willis E. Underhill of the Port.smouth Trust company, treasurer of the home's board of directors, said the money probaiJly would go into a regular operating fund. It is In line with regula1· contributions of this type received each year, he said. I �Chest Campaign 'Can't Afford If,' $16,000 Short; Say Citizens~-' Extended ~ek ·Chest Fails Here Portsmouth's Community Chest campaign-expected to end In a $28,500 victory tonight-will be extended another week because returns have fallen about $16,000 short of the quota. Original plans by optimistic cam1 algn officials called for a victory meeting at 7:30 pm today at the Community Center. The meeting still ls scheduled but It will be far from a victory meeting. Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, campaign manager, said she and other Community Chest officials had expected to attain the S28,, :rno quota by tonight but more than SlG,000 remains to be solicited. Despite a one-week extension of Port.~mouth's "crawling·• Community Che.st campaign, returns have fallen about $12,000 short of the $28,500 quot.a. But campaign officials today expressed optimism that at least S23,000 would be collected before the books are closed for another year. l\lrs. C. Waldo Pickett, campaign man:iger, rt'portcd that approximately $16,600 has been donated thus far and that she cx)Jects an additional $7,000 in returns "shortly." Returns from the majority of I Portsmouth chain stores, utilities · and the Portsmouth naval shipyard have not been received, she said. Most local chain stores must clear rrd taoe with home offices before donations are malled to the Community Ohest, Mrs. Pickett ex- I plained. j "Th') cnmpalgn will start to roll," Mrs. Pickett added, "as soon as these special gifts are sent to us." Large donations also are ex- 1 pected from local utilities and the naval 5hlpyard which had a quota of $2,000. About $1,400 was donated by shlp~•ard workers last year. About $12,000 In returns was reported by Mrs. Pickett at noon today and she expressed hope that another $4,000 would be reported by the more than 300 volunteer workers at tonight's meeting. Even nt U1at, $12,000 would hnve to be collected within the next week before the quota could be reached. , Chest officials have expressed belief that the drive may fall severnl : thousand dollars short of the goal even though the rtrive has been extended. Mrs. Pickett said that the Mrs. Pickett also blamed voluntl'er workers J1:wc been "presrnt economic conditions in "11lugglng krrifica.lly and ha.ye Portsmouth," as a serious handian intense interest" in their cap to the campaign which was work, but that "loc:il economic schcclnled to end more than a conditions'' have handicapped week ago. the campaign. "There·s plenty of goodwill on the The campaign manager said that part of Portsmouth citizens, but the Initial gifts division has obtained only $7,000 of its $12,500 they don't have enough money to quota. donate to the Community Chest," · "This ls just one example why we she asserted. are slower than we expected," Mrs. Mrs. Pickett said a large number Pickett added. of Portsmouth citizens gave the James B. Smith , Wentworth hotel excuse: owner, will be principal speaker at "I'd like to give something, but tonight's "victory" meeting. I can•~ afford anything this year." I Mrs. Pickett released the follow- / Refreshments-donated by the seven agencies served by the Com- Ing report today: Quota. Returns 1 munity Chest-will be served at the Division meeting. Initial Gifts $12,500 $8,055 $ 2,850 $1,978 Volunteer workers who have soli- Business $ 4,100 $3,047 cited the most funds and division Homes $ 150 $ 199 , leaders will be honored for their Special Cases Chain Stores $ 1,425 $ 520 work during the past week. S 800 $ 287 Mrs. Pickett also announced that 1 Labor Group.5 Lg. Bus. Employes $ 1,525 $ 709 $ 1,000 $ 418 Portsmouth residents who have not Organizations $ 1,000 $ 838 contributed to the campaign m:iy do Emplore Groups $ 1,100 $ 489 so by contacting the Community Professional $ 206 Chest headquarters In the Chambrr Mlscellaneou., of Commerce office on Daniels street. She said that solicitors 1'-'lll be dispatched to collect the donatlons tr residents so desire. I I I 'Gold Star Mothers to Unveil Tablet n,,o I' Port.smouth chapter ' American ' Gold Stnr Mothers, Inc., will at: tend morning services In the First Met.hor:lst church Sunday to particl1 pate 111 the dedication of a service · honor roll tablet. / Mrs .l!:leanor Sandford, a member 1 of the Gold Star Mothers, will uni veil t!if memorial. The group met last night in the Community Center on Daniels street. It was voted to attend a Joint Ins tallation of the MllJtary Order of Cooties and Cootiettes Jn the Wen tworth Acres Community building at 8 pm Saturday. Nine members were named to ,•isit the Portsmouth naval hosI pital tonight to conduct a game party. The group will include Mrs. Sadie Hanscom, Mrs. Vir- ginia. Birt, Mrs. Jennie Anderson, Mrs. Ethel Harrison, Mrs, Ifelen Fitzgerald, Mrs. Madeline Ea.ton. Mrs. Sandford, Mrs. Persis Younger and · Mrs. Margaret Burns. Plans were completed for another party at the hospital next month. Mrs. Burns and Mrs. Fitzgerald reported a $30 profit from a recent food sale. It was voted to send a gift to Mrs. Anna Hersey, who has been ill for several months. It also was reported that Mrs. Stella Laderbush has returned to her Dover street home from Berlin where she was called by Illness. Mrs. Vivian Pontbriand, president, announced that an order for official Gold Star Mother hat,s will be sent the last. of the week. Mrs. Birt, Mrs. Ruth Hayde and Mrs. Hanscom were hostesses.. Officers will be elected at the Dec. 9 meeting. 0 The Red Feather - Busy Dis t ri ct Nurses Need a Fina nc~al Boost (EDITOR'S NOTE: This Is the first ln a ser:t~ or articles on arencles beneTwo hundred and sixty five rerttttnr rrom the Community Chest ceived inoculations la.st year. fund. The Chest campaign berlns Jn Another is the a.ssoclatlon-sponPortsmouth Oct. 19.) sored Child Health conference- e.stablls:hect as a place where a Portsmouth's Community Chest- mother may bring her baby or with a big Red Feather Jn its hatyoung child for health supervision. . climbs on Its annual funds campaign At the conference, a doctor wlll bandwagon Oct. 19 with seven vital examine the baby and answer the agencies to serve. mother's questions on Its.care while Among them ls the Portsmouth the district nurses visit homes and District Nursing association. explain hew the doctor's instrucThe organization, which finds lt- tions can be ·carried out. isel! becoming lncrea.slngly ImThe mother al.so gets advice on portant as a shortage of nurses fooct and its preparation, clothing Frow.s more critical and hospitals and training. often find themselves without The conference Is held each NlUlpment to care !or large numbers Tuesday afternoon for youngsters of patlent.5, l.s based on three up to five years. In charge 1s Dr. Iactor.-i: Thomas B. Walker, pediatrician. (1.) Nursing care of 'the sick in With the a.ssistance of -,even voltheir homes. unteers, the association held 45 (2.) Prevention of disease. conferences last year with an at(3.) Promotion of hea1th. tendance of nearly 500 children. In reality, the association Ls a The service 1s free. private organization financed by A new step Jn the association's contributions and fees from both operation was inaugurated early this , patients and organizations and employes three nurses !or care in 11ear with a Mental Hygiene and Child Guidance cllnlc staffed by Portsmouth homPs. Dr. Anna Philbrook, psychiatrist, They answer, lncidentally, all and five trained assistants. · calls. In Its straight nursing function, For an example of how hard the organization works, the association the association charges $1.25 for a points out that last year the nurses call up to one hour and 50 cents for each additional 15 minutes. · made a total of 5,112 calls and that But If a patient ls financially un65 % or them were !or bedside nursable to pay the full price, he pays ing care. High among the group's activities whatever part of the fee poaslble, are Its diptheria Immunization clln- And 1! it ls Impossible for the palcs held each summer at the district tient to pay anything at all the nursing service continues as long as nur,e'a o!flce, it .Is needed-without charge, �... 1 The Red Feather \:> \t; 6 If· The Red Feather 1() Family Welfare. Unsnarls Salvation Army Rates Kri_o tty Domestic Troubles Share of -Chest Donations (EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the third In a series of articles on Portsmouth agencies beneflttlng from the Community Chest. Tbe Chest campatrn begins here Oct. 19.) agency also arranged medical care for the man's father and helped forestall delinquency of a 15-yearold sister. Another example of the agency's The Family Welfare association work was the case of Mrs. C., 45, is one of the seven sturdy spokes 1n who was married for the third time. Mrs. C. was not getting along Portsmouth's big social service with her husband and asked the wheel. Family Welfare association's adAnd the functioning or that wheel vice about leaving him. There depends on the annual Community were two children, the family's Chest campaign which gets underincome was low, property was way Tuesday. involved and there were many Here are examples of how the debts. Medical care was provided Famlly Welfare association's annual for the wife who was ill. A betappropriation is used: ter position was obtained for the A young navy · warrant o!flcer husband and the social agency stationed at New London, Conn., was able to maintain a friendly came to the local agency with a relationship between both parproblem. His wife was confined to ents. Portsmouth naval hospital after givThe association also assisted Mrs. ing birth to a baby. The couple also had 14-month-old twins and felt D, a young mother with four small they could not care foT all three children, who shared a home with children properly due to the her mother-in-law. The two older children are by a previous marriage, mother's Ill health. and the mother-in-law had taken a He asked officials of the association to recommend a private home violent dislike to one of the boys. He had pulled several boyish here where the infant could be boarded until the mother's condi- pranks in the house and the mothertion Improved. The agency found a in-law insisted that he be put in an home for $7 a week and It was agreed institution. Mrs. D. took her son to that the association would pay for her mother, a widow with several the chlld's board and that the small children, who was receiving warrant officer would reimburse the state aid. The mother could not care for the child and Mrs. D. did not association monthly. want to return him to her motherIn addition, a Family Welfare in-law's house. association worker made periodThe child's step-father, Mr. D. ical visits to the foster home to did not want to leave his mother's check on the bay's progress and house. So Mrs. D. appealed to the to visit the sick wife. After the mother's condition im- Family Welfare association who sent proved, the warrant officer planned a representative to confer wilh the to take her and the three children mother-In-law and step-father. to New London where they would Bobby returned to the mother-inlaw's house and was given a suitable establish their home. In still another case, Mr~. B ., a outlet for his energy. Since then middle-aged mother of a 25-year- the woman has become fond of the old veteran of Merchant Marine ser- child. Incidentally, Mrs. D. was vice during World War II, found her given clothing for her children when son had become sullen and aJoof she visited the Family Welfare assince his discharge. He developed a sociation in search of assistance. These are examples of the assocomplex and complained of headaches. After an intensive Investiga- ciation's work. During the past year tion by the Family Welfare associ- the agency received 329 applicaation and medical examinations by ti'Zms for family service and condoctors. the man was committed to tinued work in 292 additional fam-1 the state hospital at Concord. The Illes. · Family Welfare ~ Records 71 Calls' For Assistances•~ Mrs. Dorothy Bovard, executive The association sent five boy~ and secret'ary of the Family Welfare as- girls to camp under the sponsorsociation, spoke at the September .ship of the Kiwanis club. meeting of the organization this With the cooperation of the Roweek. tary club's welfare committee, shoes She told the group that there have were provided for needy school chil-1 been 72 applications for family serv- dren. ice this summer. She added that 13 A layette was donated by the Fanchildren were taken to cllnlcs and nie Gardiner Rebekah chapter. several children were placed temSome children's clothlng also was porarily because of family Illness. donated and distributed, Mrs. Bo, Traveler's Aid service has been pro- vard reported. vided for several people. (EDITOR'S NOTE: This Is the second afford to give It a. decent burial. The In a series or articles on the agencies Halvation Army aided him In his benefiting from the Community Chest oerea vemen t. fund. The Chest campaign opens In A local minister called one day Portsmouth Oct. 19). The Salvation Army-long known for 11.s hmnanitarian works-is one of several Portsmouth agencies that will draw direly needed money from the Community Chest fund this year. Like all the services bencfi tting from the Chest, the Salvation Army L5 non-profit and concerned only with the good it can do. The army is called upon day after day for different services which range from giving of a meal, lodging or ·clothing to the homeless to a food order for a family only temporarily in need of help. Their services also in.elude personal counsel, youth work, craft clas~es and characterbuilding activities. Two trained officers operate on a full schedule SElVen days a week with many volunteer workers adding 1 their time to the program. Examples of cases taken care of by the army Include a man who picked up a stranded, !undies;; fam1 lly and brought them into Ports' mouth. He had no room in his own home, so he called the army, which provided shelter for the night. Ano"~er young man came into the office broken-hearted because his , baby had died and he could not I i ' I to request furniture for a family which had Just moved Into town and the army was able to help his ::hurch provide furniture for the family. A young mother, unable to )lrovldc the necessary clothing for mfant baby, requested aid and was given an order to a local store for the needed clothing. The Jig11ts were turned off In one home because of an out.stand;ng bill, but upon the promise of the Salvation Army captain to loan I the necessary money so that lhe bill cou!d be paid, the lights ·-went c,n agam. A man tired of a life on the road f•nmd wt)l"k locally but needed food and shelter for the weekend and the army aided him. A Canadian man and his friend had heard wonderful tales of big jobs in the United States and they pooled their savings and came to this country looking for work. Having spent their money and finding no jobs, the disillusioned men applied to the Salvation Army for shelter and food on their way back to Canada. The~e are ju~t a few instances of service rendered by the Salvation Army-a Red Feather service. I I Father and Son , Named to Lead , '\ Jewish Societies' Joseph Levitt was installed president of the Portsmouth Zionist district and his son, Arthur Levitt, as president of the Senior Young Judea, last night at a joint meeting of the two organizations at Temple Israel. Also installed as Senior Young Judea officers were Miss Roberta Permanent members of the board Bradbard, vice president, Miss include past presidents Dr. E. L. Marilyn Sherman, recording secre- Levine, Leo Liberson, Benjamin ~ary, Diane Fleischman, correspond~ Tober, Dr. Louis Schwartz and Almg secretary and Burt Wolf, treas- bert Woolfson. urer. Dr. Morton J. Robbins of Nashua, Other Zionis t district officers in- past pre~ident of the New England stalled were Max Wei~ner and Earl Zionist region, was speaker and inFox, vice presidents; Dr. Israel stalling officer. Weisman, recording· secretary; Alex Refreshments were served by Mrs. Belostock, financial secrelary and _Jo~eph Levitt, Mrs. Albert Sados, Harold Glazer, treasurer. Mrs. Albert Woolfson, Mrs. AbraBoard of directors members inham Selzer, Mrs. Mollie Krasker. stalled included Benjamin Bornstein Mrs. William Sovitz, Mrs. Samuei Louis Bradbard, Samuel Goodman: Kol, Mrs. Benjamin Fleischman . Leo Hersey, Murray Marcus, Albert , Mrs. Arthur Reinhart and Mrs. Ar~ Sados, Edward I. Shaines, Benjamin/ thur Tobey. Slome, and Harry Winebaum. �200 Zionists Expected -; t For Conference Sunday Joseph Levitt, president of the Portsmouth Zionist district, is generaJ chairman of the annual conference of the state Zionist federation to be held Sunday at the Rockingham hotel. Mr. Levitt wlll be assl.sted"by Harry Winebaum, Max Weisner, Benjamin A. Tober, Albert Woolfson, Samuel Goodman and Dr. E. L. Levine, all of Portsmouth. About 200 delegates from Zlonl.st groups in Concord, Claremont, Nashua, Manchester, Franklin, Dover, Rochester and Berlin are expected to attend the all-day session, which will begin at 10 am. The conference, sponsored by the New Hampshire 2iionist federation in conjunction with the New England Zionist region and the New England Jewish National fund , will be devoted to deliberations on the momentous Issues concerning I srael and the latest political developments and present economy of the Jewish state, according to Mr. Levi tt. The principal speaker will be Wendell M. Fisher of New York, executive director of the Jewish National fund, who bas just returned from Israel where he attended the World Zionist Benjrumin A. Tober of PortsActions committee meeting as mouth was elected to the national a deputy member of the World administrative council of the Zioit-Zionist Executive. Mr. Fisher, who visited every part lst Organization of America at a of Israel durdng his month's stay convention oI the New England abroad and made two trips over the district in Boston Sunday. Several Po,tsmouth r es i d en ts Burma road to Jerusalem, will bring Republican Sen. Styles a first-hand report of conditions in !heard Bridges of New Hampshire call for Israel. Other speakers wlll be Dr. Martin a repeal of the arms embargo on J. Robbins of Nashua, past presi- Palestine. dent, and Dr. Michael Lucacer of I The Portsmouth delegation was Cambridge, Mass., president of the headed by Joseph Levitt, president New England Zionist region; ancl of the Portsmouth Zionist district, Fred Monos.son of Boston, president and included Alex Bel06tock, Soloof the New England Jewish Nation- mon Bernit, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Cohen, Earle Fox, Harold Glaser, al fund. Samuel Goodman, Leo Herskowitz, Dr. Samuel Kushious and Samuel Lepoff. Also Dr. E. L. Levine, Oscar Levingston, Samuel Levy, Mr. and l Mrs. Harry Liberson, Dr. Louis Schwartz, Rabbi Joseph Schimelman, Edward I. Shaines, Morris j Sllvel1Jilan, Benjamin Singer, Mr. Tober, Harry Wihebaum and Mr. and Mrs. Albert H. Woolfson. Zionists Namecll.,<\ Benjamin Tober To U. S. Council HARRY"-And with that greeting Joseph Levitt, president of the Portsmouth Zionist district, lauds Harry Winebaum of Portsmouth in behalf of his "devoted service to the cause of Zionism, the state or Israel. and his humanitarian endeavors.'' The award-a ,Jewish ational Fund Golden Book certificate-was made during yesterday's conference of the ew Hampshire Zionist Federation at the Rockingham hotel. (Portsmouth Herald photo) t) , \ \ ------ - Portsmouth Jews End Celebration 0 Of Yom l{ippur ,~ Portsmouth Jews concluded their celebration of Yorn Kippur last night with services in Temple Israel on .state street. Jewish Women To Fete Founder Of Local Council Rabbi Joseph Schimelman dellvered a 5ermon on "A Living Death or a Deathless Ll!e" at yesterday's service. His topic !or the Tuesday service was "This Fearful Night." a Yorn Kippur brought to close 10 days of penitence and prayer Which opened with the New Year. Starting at sundown Sunday the !t>stlval or Sukos or Tabernacles I Will be observed for seven days by · Reform Jews. Eight days are observed by Orthodox and Conservative Jews. Sukos symbolizes the wanderings 1 or the I sraelites 1n the wilderness. It ls the ancient agricultural harvest fi'.stival similar to the Chrl.stlan Thanksgiving. Services are held 1n synagogues the first and last days and chlldren are dedicated in the religious srhools. Mrs. Samuel M. Cohen, founder of the Portsmouth section, National Council of Jewish Women, will be honored at special ceremonies at 7:30 pm tomorrow In Temple Israel for her contributions to the society. This will mark the local section's observance of Council daycelebrated simultaneously by 209 sections throughout the country. The award will be presen ted to Mrs. Cohen by Mrs. Ben Joel, Jr., of New York, a member of the national commi ttee on section service. This w11! be the first such award made in Portsmouth, according to Mrs. S. Gordon Task, chairman. Council day is set aside as a celebration of the success of the section's activities In support o! the national organization's overseas and community service program to which the section has contributed. The committee in charge of the meetipg includes Mrs. Task, Mrs. Abraham Singer, Mrs. Jack Zeidman, Mrs. Al Belostock, Mrs. Harry Gelman, Mrs. Eric Oppenheimer, Mrs. Eli Borwlck, Mrs. T. M. Levingston, Mrs. George Gelman, Mrs. Robert Gould, Mrs. William Bradbard, Miss Eunice Cohen, Mrs. Abraham Wolfson and Mrs. Albert H . Wool!son. �Rehabilitation Center~ To Benefit by Auction "A ma.n is never so tall as when day. The schedule, according to Miss Witham, ls entirely as the doctor he stoops to help a. child." Although this is the motto of the wishes. Not only are patients recommendNew Hampshire society for Crippled Children a.nd Handlca.pped Per- ed by doctoi:s but an advisory counsons, it might well be adopted by cil of local physicians meets once a Portsmouth Klwanlans in their month to discuss treatment methods fund campaign for the Portsmouth and possible improvements. The youngster spends part of his Rehabilitation center. treatment period in the physical Tomorrow the Klwanians are therapy department where two regsponsoring an auction in the Mc- istered therapists are on duty. Here, Intosh block, the proceeds to fur- exercises of wasted muscles are pather the work of the Rehabilitation tiently practised by attendants and center on Merrimac street. patient. Then comes occupational therapy "There is so much we want where t,he youngster is taught how to do," said Miss Minnie Wit_ to use the hands and fingers. ham, center director, yesterday, "But patience has to be the watch "and there is so much yet to be word," Miss Witham smiled. done." The director's eyes sparkled as The slogan ls painted over the door Into the cl!nic rooms of the she discussed her hopes for further center, where some 60 youngsters development of the center. "We've a lot of space ln the are being slowly brought to the use basement which we hope can be of illness weakened limbs. finished off and then we'll be able Miss Witham pointed out a board to Increase our occupational thera·18 inches wide by four feet long and PY work." 1 1 notched at intervals so that straps Over 62 persons, some of may be secured to legs and chest. them adults, have been treated "We've one little bo who has at the center during the past never sat upright in his life and so month. we strap him to the board and then They come, not only from Portsplace It upright so he stands with mouth, but from 18 other towns and hls 'feet on the floor. cities' In Strafford and Eastern "A whole new world was openRockingham counties. ed to the youngster when he If transportation difficulties arise, ceased to see things from flat on the center tries to arrange rides for his back and he is slowly gainthe patients. Those within 10 miles ing the use of his arms," she of Portsmouth are frequently transsaid. ported by the center's own station Youngsters come to the Rehabili- wagon. tation center on the recommendaThe Portsmouth Rehabilitation tion of their family doctors and are center was opened at Its Merrimac given training periods as prescribed street location in June, 1947, under by the individual physician. the sponsorship of the Portsmouth Some of' them are at the center Kiwanis club and aided by the New for a half day, every day; others are Hampshire Society for Crippled there for an hour or two every other Children and Handicapped Persons. 500 Inspect Rehabilitation Center Here •Appoximately 500 persons visited the Portsmouth Rehabll1tation center yesterday at the institution's second annual open house. General arrangements were under the direction of Miss Minnie Witham, director of the center, Mrs. Francis T. Malloy and Mrs. S. Gordon Task. Mrs. Forrest M. Eaton, Mrs. Jack Fenwick and Mrs. Harry Downing, all of Portsmouth, and Mrs. Frank ,lones of Rochester presided at the Jq refreshment table. n, The hospitality committee included Miss Dorothy Pace, Mrs. E. Goddard Day, Mrs. Lester R . Whltaker, Mrs. Anthony E. Peters, Mrs. Edward T. Wendell, Norman Singer, Frederick D. Gardner, Herbert P. Warry and Mr. Eaton. Mrs. Charles H. Amhoff of the Portsmouth Garden club was in charge of decorations. Albert H. Woolfson was in charge of publicity. - others assisting were Mrs. Harold Littlefield, Mrs. Edgar Ladd, Mrs. warry, Mrs. Gordon H. Aston and Mi-s. Walter Miner. . VISITORS AND HOSTS-At the Portsmouth Kiwanis club's seventh division meeting last night were: Front row, left to right, Albert H. Woolfson, past lieutenant governor and head of the arrangements committee; C• . Everett Page of Bangor, Me., New England district governor, and Nathan B. Wells, president of the Portsmouth club. Back row, Henry Healey of Laconia, division lieutenant governor, and Albert J. Tower of Hampton, lieutenant governor-elect. (Porlsmouth Herald photo) Kiwanis Club Praised n.,a For Rehabilitation Work The Portsmouth Kiwanis club was lauded last night for its work at the Portsmouth Rehabilitation center. C. Everett Page of Bangor, Me., governor of the New England Kiwanis district, expressed amazement that "anything as wonderful as that" would be co-sponsored by a Kiwanis group. I *- ·-·· Mr. Page was principal speaker 1 • at an inter-club meeting of the seventh division in, the Rockingham hotel. The meeting, also a testimonial to the district official, marked "Ladies night." Earlier in !Jhe day Mr. Page visited the rehabilitation center whicih is co-sponsored by the Kiwanis club and the New Hampshire Society for Crippled Children and H andicapped Persons. Other special guests Included Henry Healey of Laconia, lieutenant governor of the division, Mrs. Healey and Albert J. Tower of Hampton,, lieutenant governor,.elect. 'Dh.e welcome • was extended by Nathan H. Wells, president of the Portsmouth group, who then turned the meeting over to Albert H. Woolfson, inter-club chairman who headed the arrangements committee. Eaoh club par ticipated in the entertainment program under the direction of Walter A. Marrs and first prize was awarded to the Hampton club; second, Rochester, and third, Laconia. Community singing was led by John W. Hopley, past president of the local club and past lieutenant governor. Mr. Wells presented Mr. Page with a gift. Approximately 175 persons attended. Other clubs represented were Exeter, Dover, Somersworth, Farmington, Derry, Manchester, Nashua, Concord and Franklin. ~ack of Quorum Stymies Meeting Of Center Group The city's old Community center committee made an attempt last night toward reactivation but didn't succeed because a. quorum failed to show up. 1 • Only a few members of the com\ mlttee appointed by the 1947 city council were on hand when Chairman James J . Joyce called the meeting to order. City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today the operation of the community Center is fully covered in the Administrative code, due for release on Aug. 16. "It'll all be ironed out," he declared, "because the rules and regulations for the center are included in it." Meanwhile, Chairman Joyce indicated today that his committee was leaving the whole problem of the community "white elephant" in the manager's lap. "The committee has never been officially recognized," he said, "and it Is quite probable the best thing we could have done was to resign when Mr. Peterson took office. "That would have left him a free hand to deal with the situation,'' he concluded. l'<'O\ 4 �I Rehabilitation Center \ \\'\ Op. e n Arranges House It's a two-story robust structure of Immaculate white paint trimmed here and there with dark green, and It still has many antiquat;d fixtures of an old-fashioned livery stable. Several hundred feet from Its)" site at 40 Merrimac street, the . Both y_oungsters and adults bewooden bulldL"'lg, crowned with a come p'lt1ent.s at the center on the small cupola, resembles a well-kept recommendation of their family barn, except for the wti!te swing- doctor,; and are given training Ing sign \\-ilich identifies it as tihe perlodll as prescribed by the JndiJ?ortsmouth Rehabilitation Center. v1dual physlcl~n. • • • • • AN AVERAGE of TOMORROW the center WIii hold Its annual open-house program. It will be open from 2 to 5 pm and from 7 to 9 pm. A colored movie showing the center in action, wili be shown at 2:30 and 4:30 pm and at night. Tea will be served from 3 to 4 pm and coffee will be served during the evening. This shiny structure contains practically everything that science has learned about the cure and rehabllitatlon of cripples 'tand the handlcapped. T~ose ~vho enter the building seeking aid are usually the victims of infantile paralysis, cerebral palsy, rheumatic fever, heart disease or damage to nerves, muscles or bones. The center Is open to all afflicted children and adults regardless of race, creed, color or their ablllty to pay. The center ha"5 four principal functions: (1.) To rehabilitate a.ny hand!capped person to his or her fullest capaclty of accomplishment, phys!cal endurance, earning capacity and enjoyment of life. (2.) To teach self-dependence, self-support and self-respect. (3.) To broaden limited horizons and experiences by sharing and working with others similarly or mrire handicapped, to adjust socially to his own physical limitations and to groups. (4). To help him take his rightful place In his community life and activities. • • • THE FIRST of Its kind In the state, the Portsmouth Rehabllltatlon Center wa.s opened In 1946 in a room e.t the Morley company by the New Hampshire Society for Crippled Children and Handicapped Persons, under sponsorship of the local Kiwanis club. The work of the center expanded 110 rapidly that by the fall of 1946 It was necessary to find improved and larger quarters. Later, the stable of the Eldredge inn on Merrimac street was purchased by the society. A committee of volunteers renovated the building and grounds and It was opened in June, 1947. Miss Minnie F. Witham, OTR, & graduate of the University o! New Hampshire and a resident o! P~mouth, .ls director o! the center Which has a staf!•or seven. Attaches include Miss Dorothy Page, PT, Miss Mary Stanton, RPT, Mrs. Jean Vachon, OTR, Mrs. Florence Hellen, OTR, Mrs. Patricia Malone, secretary, George Schmitt, maintenance man, and Lewis Ladrie, Janitor. 75 children from Rricklngham, York and Straftord counties are brought to the center weekly. Some spend a halfday th'!re wnile others are there for only two or three hours a week. One hundred forty-two patients were treated from June 1, 1947 to last May 31. Seventy-five of them were under 21 and 67 were adults. The center is governed by a 29member board or directors representing eight communities. Besides Portsmouth the organization covers I Kittery, Eliot, York, Ogunquit, Rye, Greenlantl, Newington, Newmarket, Stratham, North Hampton, Hampton, Hampton Falls, Kingston, Plaistow, New Castle, Rochester, I Somersworth and Dover. Patients are expected to transport themselves by private cars whenever possible but a benchwagon is maintained by the center and serves patients within a 10-mlle radius. Various Red Cross chapters 1n this area also provide transportation. J Four Members u Res ig n Posts on Center Committee Four members of ,the Portsmouth Community Center committee were reported to have Tesigned at a. meeting last Tuesday although a previous announcement from Chairman James J. Joyce merely said a "quorum was lacking." John H. DeCourcy and Melvin Goodman said they had confirmed their resignations 1n writing while verbal resignations were reported to have come from John J. Foley and Sterling Tilton. A fifth member, John L. Scott, had ·.already resigned. Mr. DeCourcy main-tained, however, that a quorum was present at the meeting and the whole Community Center situation was discussed. The resignations leave seven active members on the Center committee. However, City Manager Edward c. Peterson has Indicated that a reorganlza,tlon Is scheduled when the administrative code ls put into effect. Women's City Club Opens· ore Fall Program Tomorrow Mrs. William Hung of Cambridge, Mass., will be' guest speaker at the first fall meeting of the Women's City club at 6:30 pm tomorrow In the club house at 375 Middle street. Mrs. Hung wl11 speak on "Thelf --.b'='lr.,...ec"'t-o-rs-•ar•e- Mr!"'"'.. s.- C-l_a_r-en_c_e c. Charms of an Imperial City." Sanborn , Mrs. Harold Smith, Mrs. ] Supper will be served under t he Arthur Baum, Mrs. Harry Downing direction of Mrs. William G. Corand Mrs. Tony M. Levingston; bin and Mrs. Howard P. Jack&on trustees, Mrs. Wallace Lear one will be in charge of music. year; Mrs. Joseph Connor,' two Mrs. Hei;j:)ert T. Warry will be in )·ears: and Mrs. Samuel M. Cohen, charge of a children's party Oct. 30. The year's meetings have been three years. arranged as follows: Chairmen Include Mn. AlNov. 4, & musical program onzo Parks, house; Mrs. with l\Irs. rtbur Reinhart a a, Michael A. Barrett, membergue t soloist. Mrs. Benjamin ship; Mrs. Milton E. Leavitt, Bean will be ~upper chairman. publicity; Mrs. Quinn, card Nov. 18, Mrs. Pearl Shaw, domesparties; Mrs. Thomas Donovan, tic science teacher at Portsmouth rummage sales: 'lrs. Willand, junior high school, will address the suppers; Mrs. E. Bliss Marriner, group and show a motion picture Mrs. Sanborn and Mrs. Reginald on the use of wax In the home. The Juneau, finance: IJiss Simpson, program wili be directed by Mrs. drama &nd literature. Charles Thompson, chairman of Miss Jeffords, education: Mrs. economics. Tea will be se1·ved under Charles Thompson, home econothe direction of Mrs. Richard K. mies ; Mrs. Jackson, music and Marr. c1:lorus: Mrs. Ingham, dining room; Dec. 2 the Rev. John N. Feaster, Mrs. Harold Li ttlefield, flowers and pastor of the North Congregational ~ards ; Mrs. William Philbrick, Mrs. church, will speak on "Kennebunk- Percival Hayes, Mrs. Arthur Black, port Authors I Have Known." Mrs. I Mrs. Adah 11:1ccourt, Mrs. Rolfe Mary Warner will be supper chair- Banister hosp1 tallty. man. Mrs. E Goddard Day, Mrs. Baum, Mrs. Robert Crosby of Dover, pres- Mrs. Smith, Mrs. ;1Iarry Downing, !dent of the New Hampshire Federa- Mrs. Kmg, Mrs. Fre1m_an, Mrs. Wentlon o! women's clubs, and Mrs. J d~IJ and Mrs. Littlefield, program; E. H, Furlong of Somersworth, state Mrs. Marr, tea; Miss Wright, ~etfedera tlon secretary, will be speak- erans service, and Mrs. Chick, ers at the Jan. 2 session, Supper nursing. will be served with Mrs. Walt er ------Willand as chairman. Mrs. Jack.son will be In charge of music. Jan. 20 a tea will be held !or charter members. Mrs. Thomas H. Rudkin o! Beverly, Mass., wi11 speak on "New Books for a New Year." The drama and llterature department wm be In charge of the Feb. 3 program with Miss Margaret Simpson as chairman . Mrs. George Chick will be supper chairman. A reception for new members will be held Feb. 17. Skits and music will feature the March 3 meeting. Mrs. Frank Rowell will be supper chairman. l\Irs. Hyman Freiman ~,ilJ be in oharge of the reoiprocity day I I I program March 17. Represen- tatives from clubs throughout the Portsmouth district will be Invited to attend. • Mis.s Allee Jeffords, chairman o! he educational department, wlll direct the April 7 program. Philip Cummings of Wood -tock t., will be the speaker at a guest night April 21. The. annual luncheon and meeting lncludmg the election of officer 3 will be held May 7. Mrs. Charles W. w. Spaulding ls president of the Women's City club this year. Other officers are Mrs. Robert King, Mrs. Lloyd Ingham and Mrs. Thomas J . Quinn, vice presidents · Mrs. Ralph Eaton, recording sec,'. retary; Mrs. Irving Flanders, corre.5ponding secretary. Mrs. Edward T. Wendell treasurer; Mrs. Earl Watson, ;ssistant treasurer; Mrs. James Griffin auditor; Miss Charlotte Wright' historian, and Mrs. Wallace Garrett' custodian. ' 0 �The only existing blueprinb from the original patterns of Moses Eaton of Harrisville also will be shown. !\Ir. Eaton was the leading wall stenciler of New England in colonial times. T he house will be decorated with flower arrangements by Mrs. William H. Champlin of Rochester. Refreshmen ts will be served. Proceeds from the affa ir will be used for the upkeep of th e house and garden. The Moffatt-Ladd house was built in 1763 by J ohn Moffatt who was captain of one of the Kmg's mast ships. It wa at one time the home of William Whipple, signer of the Declaration of Independence. The house Is particularly noted for its large entrance hall with French "Vues d'Italie" paper dating from 1815, and for its fine woodwork, as well as for its unusual 18th century garden which has been preserved just as it was laid out over 150 years ago. The old beehives and the da:nask rosebush, which has furnished roses to eight gen erations of brides, may be seen. The committee In charge consists of Mrs. Wayne Bryer of Hampton , chairman; Mrs. William P . Allis of Dublin, Mrs. Champl!n, Mrs Arthur P . Bonney, J r., of Amherst, Miss Lucy B. Connor of HamJ.,ton , Miss Olive Otis of Exeter and Miss .., CLOTHING FOR FRANCE-More than a ton of clothing, ,don~ted b_y Mary s. Fuller and Mrs. R obert R. \:::.::.::.::.::._:-:=:::::::::== ,---,=- - - Portsmouth area. residents, for distribution to needy French families is 1 Rix of Manchester. shown above. Collected In conjunction with a Rotary club campaign, the Also Mrs. John H. Rice of Portsclothing was scheduled to be shipped to Portland today, Left to right are mouth, Mrs. H. G. Kirtland of Samuel R. Blaisdell, president of the local Rotary club, Mrs. Morris Berry, Little Boar's Head, Mrs. T. A. o. Mrs. E. Curtis Matthews, drive chairman, and Mrs. Herbert Warry. ~r. Gross of Cambridge, Miss Charlotte warry, general secretary of the local YMCA, Is shown atop the pile. Wood of Kingston and Mn,. J ohn (Portamouth Herald photo) ··L . Sullivan of Washington, D. C., IN ADDITION to Rotary club and Little Boar 's Head. members, the following also collect ed clothing from area residents. Y),( Herbert P . Warry, genera l secretary of the Portsmou th YMCA, Mrs. E. Curtis Matthews, chairman, Mrs. The bleak dinner tables and empty cloth es closets in m any Fl·ench Blaisdell, Mrs. Anthon y E. Peters, Mrs. George A. Trefethen, Mrs. homes will be filled shortly through a unique goodwill m ission by hundreds Raymond I. Beal, Mrs. Morris Berof local residents, in coopera tion with th e P ortsmouth Rotary club. ry, Mrs. John H. Sprague, Mrs. H er - 1 ber t A. Hagstrom, Mrs. Robert H. In conjunction with a plan es-* Mr. Blaisdell said each local m~ - Dunn, Mrs. Edward Peterson, Mrs. 1 tabllshed by the Por tland Rotary ber, along with the other Rotarians, William c. Walton, Mrs. Cecil M. club, local Rotarians have collected h ave donated the equivalent of one Neal, Mrs. Wyman P . Boynton, Mrs. about $200 for food and more than dinner fe e-$1.35-to buy food for warry, Mrs. Norman Chick, Mrs. , a ton of clothing for residents in the France. He said the food will be E. H. Paterson, Mr s. J ames M. Culh andled by represen tatives of th e berson, Mrs. Roland I . Noyes and 1 area o! Lorlent, F rance. More t han American Aid to France and will be Mr.s. H&rold Wood. $3,000 for food has been collected by distributed to needy fam111es at a 43 Rotary clubs in the Portland series of organized suppers. district which comprises clubs tn The Rotary official sa id members I Maine, New Hampshire, Massachu- fel t they could also collect muchneeded clothing in addition to finsetts and Canada. ancial donations. The food and clothing, 1n addition Using the Portsmouth YMCA as a to that coJlected elsewhere in t h e The National Society of Colonial Dames In the state of New Ham pdistrict, will be shipped overseas 1 headquarters, local members and hire will hold its annual garden party next Wedn esday from 3 to 6 pm aboard the French trawler Laita, their wives, with the help of many at the Moffatt-Ladd house. recent,Iy constructed at t he Bath other local residents, collected about Features will include an ·exhibition :i 50 bags containing about 80 pounds Iron works. of colonial American and English of clothing in each. • • • Georgian silver wh ich was collected SAMUEL R. BLAISDELL, presiMr. Blaisdell said that there are by Gebelei n of Boston, Including dent of tbe local Rotary club, anmore than 80 articles of clothing in nounced that the vessel will sail Fri- each bag, and these too, will be dis- some pieces with early New Hampday from Portland with the food and tributed by the American Aid to shire assocjations. Another feature will be an exhibition of stenciled clothing uaed as ballast. Prance representatives. The cloth- Americana by Kenneth J ewett of He explained that tt ts the usual Ing was scheduled to be shipped to Sharon. custom to load empty ships with ce- Portland today by truck and loadment or other weighty objects to ed aboard the new French trawler. Examples of stenciled pieces from • • • provide ballast, but that Rotary ofall the towns of the seacoast region ficials decided that food and clothwill be on display, as well as oi·lgmal Ing for needy Frenchmen would stencils from which the designs were made. serve a better purpose. Rotarians Send 'Ballast' Of Necessities to France Colonial Dames Arrange Annual Garden Party �Noted Poet Feted at Tea )J ?/ In Colonial Warner House· 1 ' Colonial customs and costumes were keynotes of the Warner house arrangements yesterday as an estimated 150 persons assembled for a tea ln honor of Pulitzer Prize Poet Robert P. Tristram Coffin. Anderson Will Colonial Dames Granted $1,000 in IGarden Club Appoints Mrs. Amhoff to 11th Term I The gathering immediately fol-II< lowed a lecture by Mr. Cofiin at the Community Center. ,) . \'1. . The poet, who spoke on "AmerA Portsmouth organization-the , ican Patterns," termed the telephone a symbol of American neigh- New Hampshire society of Colonial borliness. Colonial American pion- Dames-ls to benefit under the $7,t) 1--"'). eers explored isolated plains and 000,000 will of Mrs. Isabel Perkins wllderness. They evidenced their ~~~;~~~~· probated Wednesday In basic friendly nature, however, with the Invention and widespread use The wealthy widow of the former I Mrs. Charles H. Amhoff has been elected president of Portsmouth of the telephone, he asserted. ambassador to Japan, Larz AnderIn connection with this thought, son, made a $1,000 bequest to the Garden club for the 11th consecutive year. Mr. Co!Iln rend his "The Amer- society. The group held !ts annual meeting this week In the Unitarian-Univ erican Telephone," from his "Primer \ • • • salist parish house. for America," on which he COl1C81l· TWO NEW Jli\l\lPSHIRF. towns, trated throughout the lecture. Hopkinton and Webster also were Other officers chosen were Mrs. * Expressing the !den that Amer!- left $1,000 each. Mrs. Anderson had Charles M. Dale and Mrs. Thomas cans often name small things for made Webster her legal residence D. Noyes, vice presidents; Mrs. Louis P1idham, secretary; Mrs. George T. big things, he read "Don't Name for many years. The Young Women's Christian Your Son for the President." Also benefiting under the terms Wiggin, treasurer; Mrs. Wllllam E. association has announced a fall ' Mr. Coffin autographed copies of of the will Is the town of Brookline, Marvin and Mrs. George B. Lord, directors; and Mrs. Ira A. Brown, program on the theme "Bulldlng a his boo~ for his audience. Mrs. Mass., which was left Mrs. AnderWorld of Free Peoples." publlcity. Frank Randall of Portsmouth was son's estate in that town. Events wlll lncude a rummage Mrs. Robert Richards of Grove- 1 In charge of the book table. Personal property owned by Mrs. land, Mass., spoke on table and sale Saturday, Sept. 25, with proHostesses ln colonial cN<tumes Anderson Is "con.~ervatively" esti- flower decorations and Mrs. James ceeds for the World Fellowship were stationed throughout the mated at $6,600,UtJJ and real estate A. Funkhouser of Durham, presi- fund; an open house on ·oct. 28; a house at the tea V,'hlch followed at at $400,000. dent of the state federation, also World Fellowship meeting Nov. 18; the historic warner house, built ln • Numerous bequests to relatives, addressed the group. and a Hanging of the Greens cere1716 b Ca t. Archibald MacPhae- fr_le nd s: employes and organizations mony Dec. 16. Among those attending were Y P will d1:,pose of the bulk of the Some projects supported by the drls. It was the first house In New , four of the oldest members National Fellowship fund Include Hampshire to have a lightning rod proper -Y whose ages total 350 years, Miss night schools for factory workers in Installed b Benjamin Franklin . However, the Associated Press reEmma J.M. MagTaw, Mrs. Ancy Y ported that Massachusetts Tax China, literacy classes for Indian Brownell and Mrs. Annie L. Mrs. William N. Kremer of Portswomen in Bolivia and !or farm girls Guptlll of Portsmouth and Mrs. mouth presided at the coffee table Commlssloner Henry F. Long said ln rural India, and chlld health George JI. Warren of New Castle and Mrs. Spotswood Quinby of centers ln Istanbul, Beirut and and Manchester. Kittery Point was at the punch Inst m~ht he would fight any atMembers voted to sponsor the an- China. tempts to file the $7,000 ,000 will of table. Also hostels for students and Mrs. Larz Anderson in New Hamp- nual outdoor Christmas lighting William Coffin Sawyer of Kittery .;hlre. contest and to continue taking young employed girls in South Point, a direct descendant of the America, China and the Phl!lpplnes NP.w Hampshire tax authorities flowers to the Portsmouth naval and nutrition camps and chlld feedfirst Trlstram Coffin, was attired hospital Mondays. undernourished In colonial costume and caITled with expect to tnke about $350,000 In Miss Mabelle Junkins of Ports- Ing projects for taxes from the will should It be chlldren ln Syria, Turkey and China. : him the original Tristram Coffin mouth was accepted into the club filed In Concord, N. H., the county YWCA groups include a bowling cane. He Is the son of Mr. and Mrs. SPat of Webster, her lega1. residence making a total of 10 new members league starting Oct. 5; basketball, Jonathan Sawyer of Kittery Point. ln tha ,. ~Late. for the year. Oct. 7; square dancing, Oct. 5; stenMrs. William G. Wendell was • • • Officers of the Hampton, Eliot cllllng, Oct. 4; sewing class, Sept. 28; general chairman. l\lRS. ANDERSON also mainand Riverside Garden clubs were and salvage sewing workshop, Oct. guests. Mrs. Amhoff presented each Assisting on the general commit- tained a luxurious estate in Brook6. one with a corsage. tee were Mrs. William M. Seabury line, Mass. Badminton and camera clubs wlll Mrs. Minnie H. Swlnnerton played begin Oct. 11 and Oct. 7 respectively of Kittery Point, chairman of "I will contest vigorously any atthe piano for group singing. patronesses: Mlsss Rosamond ThaxI! sufficient registration is obtained. ter of Kittery Point as chairman of tempt to avoid MasMchusetts taxes Teen-age dances will start Sept. 24, by the estate of Mrs. Anderson," hostesses and Mrs. R . C. L. Greer If enough members sign up. of Portsmouth as chairman of re- Long snld . Lunches are served at the YWCA freshmen ts. bulldlng every noon throughout the The '11'111 was probatrd In New Among those acting as waitresses year. __ were Mrs. Lynn J. Sanderson, Mrs. HampshlrP, whirh, unlike Massachusetts, has no earned Income tax. John Welsh, Mrs. Paul Snook. Miss The proposals to be discussed Ruth Slawson, Miss Priscilla Wood were advnnretl last week In a. and Mrs. Roger Shattuck. Jetter asking YM officials If Hostesses included Mlss Joan they would be Interested In Dale, daughter of Gov. and Mrs. rllscu~~hl( a plan for sale of the Possible consolidation of YW ~nd Charles M. Dale; Miss Ann Bauger, YW building on State street, YM activities ln Portsmouth was' Miss Jane Bellamy, Miss Betty Ann carrying on of the program In a step nearer today after a meeting Blewett, Miss Hlldegarde Brewster, the YM building and conductof YM directors. Miss Roseita Corey, Miss Elizabeth Ing a.11 much of a "Joint program Yesterday the group named a Corey, Miss Vlrglnla deRochemont, as would be found feasible," committee to meet with YW offiMiss Lois Tanner Oreen, Miss Anne A special meeting of the local Mrs. Robert H. Dunn, an ofT!clal cials to study• the possibility o! Kingman, Miss Eleanor Kingman, YMCA board of directors has been of the local YW, said the letter was merging the two organizations. Miss Betsy Knapp and Miss Jean , called !or 2 pm Friday to consider dispatched because "we think there Committee members are Stowe Longstaff. , a letter from YWCA directors sug- Is some feeling ln the city that the Wilder, Herbert P. Warry, Herbert Also Ml.5s Isabel Nash, Miss Lin- gestlng a conference on possible Y's ought to consolidate." R. Hagstrom, James M. Culberson ell Nash, Miss Barbara Penrose, consolidation of YM and YW acShe .said upkeep expenses at the and George A. Trefethen. Mlss Ellzabetp . Sawyer, Miss Carol tivltles. YW bulldlng on State street are one The proposal was made last week Seybolt, Mrs. Augustus Bank5, Mrs. This was disclosed this morning reason why the YW directors conin a letter asking YM officials lf Stewart Barnett, Mrs. Thom~ M. by Herbert P. Warry, general sec- sidered the posslb1llty of combining they would consider discussing sale Dale, Mrs. John Haig and Mrs. retary o! the local YM, who said the two agencies. or the YW building on State street "The directors felt," she said George K&hl. the meeting would be held at the and carrying on as much of a organization's bul!dlng on Congress "that, the money might be used more "jolut program as ls feasible" in the j street. for programs than upkeep of the YM bullding on Congress street. building." I YWCA Announces Calendar for Fall ~ 'Y' Conso-lidation Seen Possible ·5 \ . YMCA Directors To Study Merger Of Activities s ·i I I I �1b Combination of Local 'Y's' The Red Feather Proposed to Directors -s/~ YWCA Places Emphasis On Inter - Racial Goals Combination of activities of the Young Men's and Young Women's Christian associations in Portsmout!l aJ!Peared possible today as the latter group boosted a move to at least consider the plan. The proposal was disclosed today fn letters to members of the YM board of directors from the YW board. The communication revealed that the YW board voted to ask officials of its ''brother" organization I! they would be Interested In discussing a plan ·for sale of the YW building on State street, , carrying on of the program in the YM building on • Congress street and conducting as much of a "joint program as would be found feasible." The letter-signed by Mrs. John H. Parkhurst, president of the YW board-suggests a combined conference of directors of both organizations. YW Executive Mrs. Robert H. Dunn said the possibility of combining the two still was In a "very exploratory stage." · She added, however, that YW directors are concerned over the city's su)ipo~t of three buildings -the YMCA, YWCA and the Community Center. Mrs. Dunn disclosed that "we think there ls some feeling in the city that the Y's ought to consolidate." (EDITOR'S NOTE: 'l' hls Is the fifth In a series of articles on Portsmouth agencies benefllllng from the Community Chest. The Chest campali;n begins here Oct. 19.) Main reason, she related, was the The YWCA Is another organlzaex~e~se ,?f upkeep at th~ YW's "old I tion supported by contributions to bmldmg at the mtersect1on of State. the community Chest. and Fleet streets. This year the YWCA is concen"The directors fc!L," _she said, trathig Jt.:, efforts on promoting "that the money might. be used more programs for young career girls for programs than upkeep of the and homemakers in Portsmouth building." and vicinity. Mrs. Dunn also said "we have Among its services is a haven hoped it would happen that the YM at 321 State street where 15 and YW be given the job of running working girls may live, cook the building (Community Centeri their meals, do their laundry but there probably would be opposland entertain their friends. tion to that." The YWCA fall program includes <Tpe query was mailed to YM \ bow 11 n g, . badminton,_ basketball, board directors after a meeting of square dancmg, stenclllmg, sewing, YW officials Tuesday.) rug hooking, salvag!! sewing and Herbert P. Warry, executive sec- photography, retary of the YMCA, today said the In addition to its classes and directors of his organization have work with teen-agers the YWCA not convened on the matter and that holds events of commumty interest he did not know whether they win through which it attempt_s to "even consider the matter " demonstrate its ideals of mter. racial, inter-faith and inter-cultural cooperation and friendship. The annual hanging of the greens ..S , :, ( a'.nct the food mart are such events to wluch many different elements in the community contribute their talents Registrations are being taken today for a sewing class which will start at 7 pm. Sept. 28 ,and· stenclling sessions to begin at 7 pm Oct. 4 at the I .y- w- CA s ·c hedules .C lasses. Sewing, Stenc •.1 •. ng Portsmouth YWCA: The sewing class will be conductect11o---------------by Mrs. Loillse· Knlbbs, University of mer Y-Teen conference at Summit New Hampshire extension worker. Lake in New York which she atThe stenclllng class will be di- tended . The Jillembers folded flyers rected by Mrs. Hartley Slater, an for the local Community Chest camarts and crafts teacher. Officials paign. have a.~ked that each· member bring Plans were made for election of an article to be stenciled. The class- officers Friday, Oct. 1. Plans also es will be llmlted to eight members.' were made for the presentation of Chairs, foot stools, trays, boxes, a play-"Meeting at Four" which mlr.rors and. other articles have been will be given Oct. 28 at the YWCA. decorate.ct ln the past by other · classes. Instruction will be given m choosing suitable designs suppiled by Mrs. Slater. Ten lessons will be given before Christmas. Persons seeking additional lnformati,on alJout the two. classes have been asked to contact Mrs. (EDITOlt'S NOTE: This is the Robert H. Dunn at the YWCA slxlh in a series of articles on Portsmouth agencies beneflttlng office. from the Community •chest. The The YWCA's Sophomore Y-Teen Chest campaign begins today.) club held !ts first fall meeting of the yea_r recently w·ith Mrs. WiUiam Community Chest dollars play a Wilson, adviser, In charge. Sixteen girls were present including major role when they are used to two .new members, Pat Moreau and support activities of the Portsmouth 1 YMCA. June Wilbur. They support programs for teenMarilyn Le_e reported on the sumagers as well as adults in the quarters of the Congress street building. 1 Sports from basketball to badminton and recreational activities from square dancing to sedate bridge parties are a few of the events held at the YMCA. Adults have as much fun as the youngsters who receive the thrill of a basketball victory In the gymnasium. There were 4,000 adults In attendance at the various church socials, dances, movies and special game tournaments held there during the past year. \ Portsmouth YMCA ls nearing its The open house program Oct. 28 will stress the opportunities offered at the YWCA for Y-teens, business girls and housewives to join clubs and c,asses open to all regardless o! race, religion or nationality. Special emphasis will be placed on world fellowship, a program of recreation and education ln public affairs. Y -teen work will be outlined In a play . An important part of YWCA li!e ls the opportunity afforded by ties with the national association to join In conferences on state, regional and nation al levels. As one Y-teen expressed It after attending a conference"! was Impressed with the interracial character of the YWCA and with its national im11ortance and &ize." Among miscellaneous YWCA services to Portsmouth young women are friendly help and advice, a rooms registry through ,w hicn they may find a place to live, an opportunity to rest while waiting for appointments and facilities for small meenitgs. Through its accommodations for transients the YWCA is able to cooperate wit.h other social ~encies such as the Salvation Army, Family Welfare and Red Cross in solving some of the problems submitted to them Beca use of lack of staff time only one Y-t.cen club has been organized this year. The youngsters help with the Community Chest campaign anct make up club-to-club boxes for girls overseas. As the youngest members of the YWCA I.hey cooperate in all association projects and take part with YMCA's Good Works Need a Helping Hand first century of usefulness to residents as well as transients. IL was ln 1853 that the agency first beg ..11 operations and hardly a day goes by that its director Isn't called upon to render some service to an individual or the community. Facilities of the Yl\lCA are always open to any member of the armed forces whether he is stationed In Portsmouth or merely passing through the city. A full-time secretary is in chaq;e of the building and his duties are not confined to his Congress street building. He addresses civic groups, assists in campaigns, and co11ducts many programs as well as :,hawing motion pictures to service clubs, Parent-Teacher associations and simllar organizations. The echo of teen-age laughter from YMCA recreation 1·ooms makes this non-profit organization worthy of support in the Red Feather campaign. Comfort Statio~(:\ May Open Soon \ \ al Portsmouth's municipal comfort station and health center may be opened "sometime In September," City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today. Mr. P eterson said he ls arranging a conference with Architect Maurice E. Witmer, representatives of the Frankin! construc tion firm of Boston, which built the structure and City Solicitor Samuel Levy. The city manager said the conference will be called "in the near future" to discuss payment of $4,300 lo Mr. Witmer for "unauthorized extra work" at the health center. Following the conference Mr. Peterson said he would report to the city council which recently voted formal acceptance of the bullding and approved transfer of $8,000 to put lt in readiness. However, the council refused to pay for "extra" work and asked Mr. Peterson to probe that portion of the project. Mr. Peterson also announced that an examination Is being prepared for appointment of a janitor and matron as custodians of the building. He said the test would be given sometime next month to about 30 applicants. 1 �-Portsmouth YW Slates Open HouseQ"-tomorrow 1'l Lesson·Ior Portsmouth ' The Pottsmouth Civic association-which by its silence admits that it has all but expired-can well take a lesson in perseverance from the Dover Veterans Civic association. • The Portsmouth YWCA on State street 'will hold open house at 7:30 The Dover association led the battle for city managerpm tomorrow. The program, which will include four ~kits representing phases of . ship and good government in that city. But, unlike their Portsmouth counterparts, the Dover men have stayed in YWCA activity, has been planned by the membership commltlee under the fight and they give every indication they will be tenathe chairmanship of Miss Edith Brewster. Miss Alice Brewster will be In* _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ c10us "watchdogs" of the system they ;-ut into being. · , The Dover group has just published its second appraischarge of hostesses who will Include Mrs. E. Curtis Matthews, Mrs. Philal of the results of manager-council government in the Ip B. Bennett, Mrs. John N. Fe11ster, neighboring city. City managership, the Dover body Miss Frances Wiggin and Mrs. Milclaims, has saved thefrcity $10,000 already, despite th~ fact ton E. Leavitt. To Fix that the Dover council inherited a total debt of $~77,439'. Refreshments will be served by A committee to prepare the "Under·the old system," says the Dover association,-"it Miss Phyllis Vozella, Miss Louise Greenland road skating rink for se~med that nobody was responsible for much of anything Wood, Miss Ruth Pierce and Mrs. Bernard H. Heath under the· direc- use was appointed at a meeting or ••• A superintendent could say that a board or commission the Sherburne Civic association gave him his orders, and the board or commission could tion of Mrs. Cedric Wood. Wednesday night at th e Sherburne 'pass the buck' from one to another, to the city council or Mr3. Haywood Burton will be rnhool. In charge of music and the Members are Fred Hoffmann and to the budget committee, or finally to the mayor." choir of the People's Baptist John Jacobsmeyer. No such report--either praising or condemning-has church will present several Gues• speaker was Herbert come from the Portsmouth Civic association: The only conspirituals. Herbert P. Warry Georges, manager of radio station clusions that can be drawn are that its members are not inwill lead group singing. WHEB who outl!ned the develop- f orn:ie d on th_e new government's actions, or do not care. Mrs. Walter Rowe and Miss Alice ment of radio equipment. Mrs. Coleman Pearson and Mrs. Their lack of mterest probably stems from both causes. Jeffords will be In charge of memRussell Bennett were a,ppolnted a I This is the same Portsmouth Civic association, howberships. committee to stage a Halloween ever, that pitched all its forces into the city manager camMrs. Gordon Aston will diparty for Sherburne area teen-agers. paign a year ago under the title of Good Government comrect a 111kll., "Peace Takes PracThe affair l~ scheduled for sa.tur- mittee. This is the same Portsmouth c· · · t· 1 tlc&-the United Nations," put day Oct 30, In the Sherburne lVlC assoc1a 10n, a so, on by the public affairs unit. llch~ol that announced it would keep a constant vigil over the operThose taking part wlll lnclmle ation of the municipal system it backed. Miss Wood, Miss Ruth Walsh, If there has been any citizen "watchdog" in Portsmouth Miss Vo:r.rlla, Miss Anna Kush• the dog has lost it~ bark-and its bite. .9~ lous, l\llss Margaret HJckey, Civic Associationl Skating Rink l\llss Georgia Vourvas, Miss Frances Skofleld, Miss Juanita Robbins, Miss .Joyce Ramsey, Miss Rit:i. Hughes, Miss Dorothy Ng, l\liss M. Regina Rinrkhoff, Miss Mari:le Oroskl and Miss Eleanor Reed. The Y-Teens unit, under the direction of Mrs. William Wilson and Mrs. Harold McLane, wlll stage a play, "Meeting at Four." The cast will Include Beverly Petrillo, Marilyn Lee, Alice Stacy, Betty McLaughlin, Marie Levangie, Nancy Nelson, Betty Margeson, Marlon Hodges, Jean Hall, Nancy Matthews, Nancy Gorman and Joan MIiiigan. The noon lunch unit wlll present "Noontime Chatter" with Miss Thelma Crowell, Miss Wilma Crowell, Miss Esther Finck, Miss Dorothy McLaughlin, Miss Marlon Lord, Miss Dorothy Rand, Miss Mary Puccini ard Mrs. Albert Hecker. Mrs. Albion Warren will dlr~ct the group. VFW Dedicates Pl~que to Mrs. Willard A bronze and granite tablet In memory o! the late Mrs. Jennie c. WIiiard was dedicated Sunday -at South cemetery by Emerson Hovey post No. 168, Veterans of Foreign / Wars. Mrs. Willard decornted the Emerson HoYey Memor ial foun tain at the corner of Sla te and Pleasant streets with flowers for many years before her death In June, 1947. Joseph H. Cullen, Sr., past commander of the VFW, conducted the services an_d prayer was ofTered by George P. Frost, pa5t commander. Jo~eph L. Louthcr, VFW commander, unveiled the plaque and placed a ~hear of ~·ellow roses on the grave. Mr. Cullen delivered the , dedicatory addres~. Bernice Cotter, ,lean Comeau and Marlon Furber wlll enact "Those Shoes from America" by the salvage I sewing unit under the supervision of Mrs. Irving Rlntz and Miss Alice\ Grice. :;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;;;;;:;; ; Bank, where the first settlement of Fortsmouth was made. ..,, , J {p , • • • 1, Ensign Hovey. THI~ PICTURE Is now In the Past Commander Cullen wa..s , Ne11.· Hampshire Historical society chairman of the dedicatory combuilding at concord. Among her mlttee as~lsted by Morris Herman other "1orks of art was a life sized and Douglass Cottrell. painting of EM. Emerson Hovey, . USN, who Jost his life In the Philip-/' pine lnsu1Tectlon and !or whom the Hovey post_ was named. This painting WR~ given to Mrs. Willard M. Seabury of New York, a sister of ; Women Voters League. 'Studies· Makeup of . UN H : _The Portsmouth League of Women Voters began a study of the United widow of 11 _I Nations a_t a re_cent me_etlng at the home of Mrs. Irving E. Stowe· of 147 Middle st1 eet with an aim of gaining a better understanding of it. Civil war veteran. was born In KC'y~ 12 8 S. ?-. \ ' ville, N. Y., April · 1 61. Siir w:c1~ ·I Mrs. Laura E. Sumner, president.* 11 grn d ua'.e of Mlclcllrbury college. talked on her visit to the United Middlebury, Vt., and the New York NRtlon.~ in. tltute Rt Lnke Success The group Will attend a joint !his s11mmcr. With other students m~etlng with the Durham and ExeSchool o! Art. ShP. CR111!' to Portsmouth fwm NMhllR In 1905. from lhe ln.~titute on foreign affairs tei leagues at 8 pm Oct. 1 at the With her son. Albe:·t, she ~o'd at Mount Holyoke, Mass., she also Community Center here.' Mrs. John newspapers In the buslne3~ district at.tended a session or the security Lee, second vice president o! the council. national league, will be principal for more th:rn 40 year•. In addition to decorating the "We must All have more faith In speaker. F:merson Hovey fountRln, Mrs. WIJom abili ty Rnd capAclty as R nation,'' The next local board meeting ·will · 'nrd 111.sc mnde 11 11.•r rnth !or the Mm. Sumner told 28 persons at the be Rt 10 Am tomorrnw at the home ':Jrnnd -\rmy lot In Soulh cemetery mreting. of Mrs. Frederick Delano, Court !Reh Memorial day. She also read the preamble to the street. She was also Interested In art. charter of the UN and each league r';;;;;;;;;;;;:;;;;:;;::;;;;;;;;;;::;;;;;;;;;;::;;;;::;;;;;;;;:;;. In 1893, while a student at the ' member was given an opportunity New York Institution, she won a lo express her opinion. f.~lp to thP. World's fair at Chicago The next sludy group wlll be by painting a portrait which was sehrid Thur~day, Oct. 7, when the ' ectect to be exhibited at the fair. · members will discuss the charter In 192~ when Por tsmouth observed· and com11are the work of the 'ts 30t:, anniversary, she- pain lea an genf'ral assembly-now meeting_ outstanding picture of strawberry I In Paris-with that of the securit~• council . • • l\1RS. WTI,Li\RD. • 11. I ..., �1i Women '() .Voters Leagues Marriage Course tn ·. Joint Session Here To Be Given Here .SJ , .,p Mrs. Lee, a member of the naThe importance of a deep interest In the function of the United Nat- tional league board since 1944, also As UNH Service ions organization on the part of defined other objectives of her or~ 1 every American citizen was stressed last night at a joint meeting of the Portsmouth, Exeter and Durham Leagues or Women Voters at the Portsmouth· Community center. Speaking before about 50 ,women from the three communities, Mrs. John G. Lee of Hartford, Conn., second vice president of the National League of Women Voters, outlined the alms . 9ind obJectiv~ of the women's organization which embraces 83,000 members in 33 states. As a prime move to acquaint .Ameri~an citizens with the organic zatlon and operation of the United : Nations, Mrs. Lee said that "Know I Your UN" workshops are being established in more than 630 communities throughout the nation. .T here are 633 local women's voters. 'leagues in the country. "\Ve wlll be better able to assist our own country and the United Nations if we understand how the world agency functions," she explained. ganization. Chief among them, she asserted, Is to promote Informed and active participation of citizens In their own government. She announced that candldat~ information services have been adopted in various sections of the country to give the citizens factual Information about election machinery, election Issues and background on candidates. The league also has arranged for citizens to meet their candidates, she added. Mrs. Lee, who has been president of her home town league and has served as president of the Connecticut state league, emphasized that the women's organization is nonpartisan and attempts to bring only facts before the public eye. However individual members are urged to enroll in political parties and to work for their parties, she said. Mrs. Lee added that league leaders are not allowed to engage in partisan politics. • A question and answer period and a tea followed he1· address,· A marriage relations course-designed to improve family relat!onswlll be launched In Portsmouth next month under the auspices of the University of New Hampshire extension service, To be operated in cooperation with the New Hampshire Social Hygiene association, the course will start simultaneously here and in Manchester. Dr, Charles W. Coulter, chairman o! the university's sociology department, wlll head the instructors for the course, UNH officials said today. • • • NO DEFINITE dale has been set !or starting the Instructions it was pointed out, but the course' should be underway by the middle o! January. It Is to run for 10 weeks - open only to adults - and will be aimed especially at ministers, social workers and couples who will be enrolled for the individual enrollment fee of $5. Mail Rate BoostsI> Begin Here Saturday ).ti small film packs, bags and ota1er afler the first o! the year, Mr. Substantial postal rate increasespieces that cannot be put through Hickey said. He also reported hikes effectlve Saturday-were announced a cancelling machine will require a In the co.;t o! regi"stered mall. The today liy Postmaster Peter J. Hickey. three cent minimum charge, re- Increases will be on a gr:i d11:t led One of the major changes wlll be gardless of weight, after Saturday. scale !rom 20 to 25 cents !or U to In air mall rates, to be raised from Postmaster Hickey explained that $5 Indemnity to an lncre&.se of five to six cents for matter up to such irregular items must be from $1.35 tc $1.50 on $900 to $1 ,000. eight ounces. over eight ounces must stamped by hand when a cancelling Further details on this increase be sent via air parcel post. also may l:il' obtained at the postmachine cannot be used. Applicable rates on air parcel post Substantial changes also will be ofiice, Mr. Hickey said. may be obtained at the postoffice, Insured mall worth from $1 Lo made in the rates of first, second, Mr. Hickey reported. The new rates $5 now Tequires three cents postage third and fourth class special delivare effective on all air mail wlthln but under the new plan it will be the United States, its possessions, ery mall. In the first class catego~y, Increased Lo five cents. This raise the present 13-cent rate for pieces and Canada and Mexico. up to two pounds will be boosted also wlll be on a graduated scale The postmaster announced that two cents, while postage on parcels with the top postage of 25 cents !or there will be no rate changes on over two pounds and not more t:1an mail worth $200 boosted an adfirst and second class matter. How10 will be hiked from 20 to 25 cenrs. ditional five cents. ever, all third class mail ls subject Mr. Hickey also '!'eportect that the to a boost. For example, he ex- Arllcles weighing over 10 pounds local post office will be closed all will cost 35 cents, a 10 cent increase plained, greeting cards, birth anday Saturday and Sunday with no nouncements, pa,111Phlets and other over present requirement.;. city or rural deliveries. He added printed matter, now sent for one Second, third and fourth class cent-and-a-ha!! for two ounces or special delivery mail will be in- that the post office wlll close at lhe less, will cost two cents for the creased from 17 to 25 c,m:5 up to regular 6 pm hour tomorrow . In addition, the postmaster also first two ounces ,ind one cent for two pounds: from 25 to 35 cents for each additional ounce. In otiler parcels weighing between two and released figures on the cost or extra words, a piece of third class mail, 10 pounds; and from 35 to 45 cents help at the post office durin g the Christmas holiday. He said that 34 weighing eight ounces, would re- for parcels over 10 pounds. extra carriers and 23 additional quire eight cents postage. ' POSTAL NOTES which now sell clerks earned a total or $4,510. They THIRD CLASS mall of irregular were paid $1.29 an hour. &hapes, auch as rolled calendars, for five cents will cost eight cents ... .. Cj = c:·-"" ·0- :ci :::s~c: ra O..i=o ....... 0 ~ ·-C: 0 ........ E .o ........ ~ ~ ""'C , . C1.) , . C 1- c..= a., a., l..~ ~ < t Fee Conference t'-1\ ~\ Stalls Opening of Comfort Station City Manager Edward C. Peterson today reported a further delay In the opening of Portsmouth's municipal comfort station. 1 Mr. Peterson explained that he was arranging a conference with Architect Maurice E. Witmer, representatives of the Frankin! construction firm o! Boston, which oullt the structure, and City Solicitor Ssmuel Levy. He said the conference would be called to dl~:uss payment of $4,300 to Mr. Witmer for "unauthorized extra work" at the health center. The city council recently voted formal acceptance or the building and approved transfer of $8,000 to put it. in readiness. But the council firmly balketl at payment for the "ext.ra" work and requested that Mr. Peterson investigate that portion of the project. After the conference Mr. Peterson said he would report his findings to the council for further action. The city manager also explained that opening of the comfort station would have to await appointment of a Janitor and a matron as custodians. "I have at least 30 applicants for those jobs and mu3t concluct an exa.minalion before making appoint.mcnts," "he added. Mr. Peterson said he would draw up an examination, post It on the city hall bulletin board 10 days prior to the test and then screen successful applicants before filling the two posts. :Comfort Station ,To Go Before ;\' 1r Council Tonight Another fight over Portsmouth's controversial-and unused-comfort stat1~n may highlight the August meetmg of the city council sched uled for 7 t on lg'ht In the council• chambers of city hall. At least that was the indication I ~ound undei· the council agenda's m!scellaneous communications" In which ls listed "Communlcatl from Councilman Mary C. Donde~: concerning opening of health center and comfort station." Other business to face the coun~11 includes requests to erect signs ax! permits, parking area problems' resurfacing requests and communt: cati~ns from various departmental officials . . The ~ntlcipated comfort station discussion is expected to be still ano t her in a series in which the new councll has engaged over a period of several months. I I �1 , This prompted adoption ef a mo. tlon that Mayor Cecil M. Neal ap1 point a committee to examine a.ppllcants and report back with Its ' . findings. The m&yor named Councilmen Margeson, Dondero nnd Roland I. Noyes to the committee. I It was brought out during the discussion that the present city audlto!", Jack Fenwick, Is an appli(1 cant !or reappointment. The auditor Is one of the few council appointment., provided In the present charter. In lieu of a,n appointment, Mr. Fenwick has been : serving as a holdover since the ----:--------" present council took office. Mr. Witmer·s letter included quoSenator Bridges said he had reIn other business the council vottations of prices for the corutrucquested the Federal Housing au- ed to: tlon of & book lift, &nd temporary thority to explain why the reducDeny permission !or the erection stacks. He said the work could be tion had been made. He also reof signs as requested by L. A. done within the $10,000 &pproprl&- ' quested the agency to suspend any Sheafe of 75 Court street and Dewey tion for the library alteratlom. · action until such explanation is Wilcox of 175 State street . The figure., quoted by Mr. Wit• given. Refer a petition for signs from mer were attributed to E. L. PaterCouncilman Dondero reported l!he the Folsom-Salter house to the son and Sons, present contractor, ' had been "looking Into the matter traffic committee. I at the library. Rnd then demanded to know why Approve sign petitions from A. A. Councilman Frank E. Pater.son, a 1 the Slate Tax commission should Bean of 88 Fleet street and T. F. member of the firm, .said the fig. come to Portsmouth and "take a Bartlett or 562 Islington street, l! ures were given Mr. Witmer "only hand in raising our taxes." work Is done under the direction Portsmouth's long-waiting c!tl- for his Information." She was thereupon told by Counof the street superintendent. An earthy note crept into the zena are going to have use of their 1 cilman Simes and Mr Peterson that Refer taxi permit requests from comfort station discussion when $75,000 comfort station at last. the State Tax commission had Fred I. Seavey and Mrs. Valerie Councilman Simes moved the "comThis wu nssured last night when fort station" be accepted by the sided with the city In Its arguments Task to the traffic committee for the city council voted formal ac- city w l th th e government housing ' investigation. and Councilman Dondero ceptance of the building &nd &p• quickly Interposed, "Portsmouth agency. Grant a gasollne storage permit proved transfer of $8,000 to put ft Health Center and Comfort StaDescribed by Councilman Simes as to William T. Rose of Mechanic In ~eadlness. tion." a "ghost or resurrected corpse," the street, after approval by the fire removal o! an asphRlt plRnt from ci1lef. I But the council flrrnJ,- balked With a 11tAtely bow to Mr■• Approve two utility pole petitions city property by 0. F. Winslow, Inc., I at payment of $4,300 for "unDondero, .Mr. Simes quipped, o! Milford, N. H ., WRS delayed for from the New Hampshire Gas and authorized extra work" and one "Oh, a rose by another name." Electric Co. further Investigation. "Should smell so sweet," fincouncilman dema.nded that ArRefer a request for city owned ished Mrs. Dondero. "I've heard stories about that chitect Maurice E. Witmer be asphalt plant," Mr. Simes said. "I land from Salvatore J. Lacava of The city .solicitor was asked to calJed upon to explain the bnsl1 believe It should be investigated so South Mlll street to the lands and decide if the building could be acfor that added cost to the project. the public may be assured it's not building committee and a slmlllar cepted without the lmplicatlon that being deprived o! its righ ts or In- petition from Mrs. Nettie E. Hersey In tts motion of acceptance, the the extra work was Included. of 276 Dennett street to the city terests." Mr. Levy said the architect hnd councll specifically .stated payment solicitor. The council Instructed the city approved final payment and, alfor any work not called for In the Permit reserved parking on Aug. ~ solicitor and city manager to make though he had not given :formal construction contract be withheld. 9 in the vicinity of the Warner 1 an Investigation. notice, had told the solicitor the The $8,000 which 'wu allocated to building is completed. A request !or the use o! school house, Daniels street. the comfort station '-was taken from Refer a request for the construcbuildings for the registering o! drafCity Manager Edwnrd o. Peterson the projected Maplewood avenue admitted he had never been In the tees between Aug. 30 and Sept. 18 tion of 800 feet of public sewer bridge fund as final pay-ment due to building and said he would have to was approved. The council author- along Boyd road to the city man· the Franklnl Construction com- Inspect It before knowing what furized the use o! the Community cen- ager. Refer requests for water line expany, builders of the public facility, nishings are needed. ter for the purpose under the ditension along Elwyn road and from Discussion of the comfort station rection of the city manager. Councilman Dondero smlllngly Elwyn road to the Rye line to the was prompted by & letter from pointed out that the "first floor" did The sum of $2,945, owed to !lnance committee. Councilman Mary C. Dondero, who not need "much" ln the wa1 of Ralph P. Hnll, Inc., pump m·a n·Refer to the finance committee urged its Immediate opening be- furnishings, facturers, since 1940, was ora request for 400 feet o! water line cause "local residents are aroused.'" dered paid by the council with Meanwhile, the council approved along the Bartlett street extension. She said the city Is losing revenue the consLructlon of 1,000 feet of Mrs. Dondero entering the only Refer requests for the re-surfacas well aa depriving the public of waler main along the Lafayette road protesting vote. ing of Raitts court and Deer street, Its use. to the Elwyn Park development at "I notice st'Veral of these ola near the railway express o!flce, to In another letter, Councilman an estimated cost of $7,045. bills, which other council, rethe city manager. Dondero asked the council to give fused to honor, are being paid," The funds are to be taken from Pass a resolution submi-tted by the attention to the Maplewood avenue the $11,115 balance In the 1940 washe nld. "The Hall comp,my city auditor, tra.nsferrlng $420 from bridge project and then moved that ter department bond Issue. never did complete the job satthe contingent fund to meet emerthe matter be referred to City Sol• isfactorily." Another transfer o! funds was gency expenditures. lcitor Samuel Levy for "peru.s&l". However, Councilman Margeson, referred to the finance committee File a letter from the board of The 1947 council earmarked more for Investigation when It \\'as re- chairman of the finance committee, education expressing appreclatloq of than $80,000 for improvement of informed the council thRt the comthe bridge, Designs were aubtnltted ported tho t $2,338 was needed to mittee had Investigated and was the manner In which the school decomplete Prospect street reconpartment budget was handled. by &n engineering f1rm but Uie "satisfied" that the bill should be Refer -to the city solicitor a re, !orme:z:: . bo&rd ·of street OOIJlDliMton• structlon. In 1947 the city council author- paid. Councllman LlnchPy ended quest from the school department · ers never ca.me to an agreement on · 1ized the street comml~s loners tr the discussion by moving it.s pay- for a pension for a retired high the project. ment. school teacher, William E. Tr&vls. A direct rebuke WU handed Mr, spend $5,000 to regrade Prospect The long-delayed 11ppoinlment or File quarterly reports from the Witmer when the councU voted to street and Improve lt11 intersection n city Rudltor was brou~ht before with Maplewood R\'Cnuc. return to h1m a letter recommendThe hope that the fcdernl , the council by Councilman Paterson / ci ty marshal and plumbing inspecting additional alteration. to the or. when he declared: government would reconsider public library. "We've been here six months now Approve Portsmouth's entry lnto 1 Its 519,000 redut:tlon In pay"It's entirely out of orller,• the National City Clerks association, ments to the city for the Went- : and nothing has been done about obse"ed Councilman Dondere Instruct the city solicitor to apworth Acres wa11 offered by · It. It's time the matter Is hrought / "for an architect to 1&1 what to a head." prove a contra.ct !or the Wentworth I U, S. Sen. Styles Briclges In a, •hall be done ancl who lhall do school before signature by the city telecram to Mr. Peterson. It. The councD lhould 10 In• manager. form the Ubra" trustee..• · Ci1:y Comfort Station Set for Opening, But 'Extra' Costs Refused !Council Balks .At Changes in ·Contracf Plans I �Sound Financial Year' For City Reflected Audit of 1947I Books I Refer to the city solicitor for approval & contract with the New ' Hampshire Forestry and Recreation commission for the ftre station radio transmitter. Refer to the city manager and city solicitor a request from the Department of the Army for termina,tlon of Its city hall lease. Refer to the city manager a petition from Carl J. Geraci of 160 High street concerning his water bill. File a letter from the Public Service comm1S61on concerning bus service along Gosling road. Refer to tbe city 15ollcltor a petition from Ira A. Coleman for a pipe line extension to Noble's Island. ' Approve tag ·, days for the Disabled American Veterans (Sept. 4), and, the "Jimmy" cancer fund (Aug. 21). . I I I City Auditor h:1I 1 May be Named Monday_Night The long-delayed appointment of a city auditor is expected to be made at a special city council meeting next Monday night after suffering a set-back last night. A special committee, chosen by Mayor c·ecil M. N cal to recommend an auditor, decided .( the problem is the responsibility of the entire council and ag1·eed to withhold judg.ment on applicants. , The action of the committee members-Councilmen Mary C. Dondero, Richman S. Margeson and Rol and. I. Noyes-followed an Interview with one of the five candidates. "After interviewing one of the applicants," reported Chairman Margeson, "we felt that we had no right recommending only one man for the job:' "It wouldn't be fair to the other four men,'' he added, "if we pick just one. All five men should have an opportunity to present their cases to the entire council." Mr. Margeson said the five applications, including one from the present city auditor, Jack Fenwick, will be submitted to the council. The auditor is one of the few council appointments provided in "the present charter. In lieu of an appointment, Mr. Fenwick has been serving as a holdover since the pr.esent council took office. The other four applicants were not" identified by the special committee. · Poll taxes since 1941 alone account However the water department, for $48,520 of the $116,173 carried which Is set up Rs a separate nmt on[ as collectible taxes. The balance Is the city books, i.howcd a deficit 0 largely made up of $66 ,879 In 1947 $9,444 . .real estate tnxes, most of which Revenue of $142,984 wns crcJlled have probably been collected since but expenses amounted lo $152,42~. the books were closed last Decem- However, Inducted under expend1ber and will show In 1948 accounts . . tures was $39,485 written off In deOne observer familiar with the preclation as required by the State ' · the un- , p l 1bli c Service commission • which city's financial set up said collected polls were directly trace- \ regulates the water department as able to the methods used in . taking I It would a privately owned utility. Some of the apparent hush-hush I In 1936 for example, the ,, ater • surrounding the $3,500 audit of th e cIty census. department a ssets were set at $1,He explained while it was the Portsmouth's 1947 accounts was 374,288 but depreciation since that penetrated today when a copy of duty of the assessors to count the year has decreased the value of the the two-month-old report was made polls, they usually delegated the assets Lo $1,141,709. job. These census takers did their available to The Portsmouth Herald. The 1946 boncl issue of S4fl0,work from city directories, re.sultmg 000, which has attracted much Stripped of jargon familiar to cerin many errors, all of which show public attention and publicity, tified public accountants, the reup on the tax books. , showed a cash balance on Dec. port discloses a sound financial 1 condition for the city as of Dec. 31, I One lawyer a short Lime ago re- I 31 of $152,631, with a total exported that he had received a poll penditure !.ince Jan. 1, 1947, of 1947. tax bill for a former client. The $147,761. I Changes In several bookkeeping j man had been dead 25 years. Major expenditures from the bond procedures have been recommended In a final analysis, the uncollected Issue during the year were: the Maby the auditor, Nathaniel F. Bigelow, Jr., of Manchester, who also poll taxes, which are a major part plewood avenue improvement, $58,- . censured the duplication of In- of the city's surplus, to a large de- 047; Maplewood avenue extension,\ surance coverage and the failure to 1 gree are uncollectible but will ride $13,298; new ambulance, $4,300; keep the city's equipment accounts on the books until reserve funds comfort station, $57,360, and swimare set up lo take them otr. ming pool, $6,897. , up to date. Only $10,267 of the 1947 bond Is- , Prior to 1941 such un collected Mr. Bigelow urged a central taxes were written off through sue of $85,000 for the school departpayroll system be set up a nd reserve funds set u11 annually ment had been expended at the firnt uniform payrolls used in all city but It has not been done since of this year. However, expenditures departments. He was critical of that year. from both the 1946 bond issue and a practice followed in the street the 5chool bond is~ue have been department where extra help The operating accounts for 1947 made during the current year. and trucks for ·snow removal show actual appropriations of $1,One other account, the parkmg were charged off on payroll 191 ,152 and expenditures of $1,203,forms 406, a net over-spending of $12,- meter fund, is maintained separately from other municipal ledgers. A . ?53 Analysis of the city books, accord- - · favorable balance, Rfter all expen 1ng to the Bigelow report, showed Chief offender was the street de- ses, of $5,520 was reported. Meter the city with an operating surplus , partment where a $175,771 budget collections tota led $38,225 and disof $84,331 at the end of the year. A was over-expended by $16,219 . Pay- bursements were $32,704. cash balance of $227,790 remained I rolls, road materials, gas and _oil, in the municipal bond issues, exclu-' sewer maintenance and 50 / 50 s1dcsive of the water department. ! walk construction were the princiMunicipal appropriations were I pal overdrawn accounts. over-expended by $12,253 but reve- : Another $6,717 overage was nues amounted to $24,290 more than ' granted In tax discounts anct $3 .659 had been anticipated. ; more was· over-spent by the poor 1 However, the surplus figure of department. $84,331 does not take into account Total over-spending was $30,842. the $13,875 abatement granted the However, savings in many depanMorley company since Jan. 1, 1948. ments brought this figure down lo This surplus does take Into con- $12,253. slderation $116,173 In collectible poll Accounts credited with the larger Appointment of a city auditor Is and real estate taxes, cash, unre- savings were fire alarms, $2,03-J.; to be the major item of business bedeemed taxes bought by the city, schools, $2,484; street l!ghw,, $1,404; fore a special session of the city tax-deeded property and other ac- miscellaneous, $4,566, and overlay, council to be held tonight at 7:30 counts receivable-all of which total $ 2,948 . o'clock. $137,496. Tonight's meeting WRS requested, In addition to dcpart11lt'11lal From this bas been deducted City Manager Edward C. P eterson savings, the city was able to outstanding liab1lities as of Dec. said, by a committee appointed to meet the overdrafts through 31, totaling $52,931, and Inciconslde1· applications for the posirevenue not anticipated when dental accounts which make a tion. the budget was passed in Jul y 1 grand total of $53,165. The net The office Is now held by Jack 1947. Fenwick and pays a salary of $3,000 The highway department alone rc3ult is the $84,331 revenue annually. earned $16,333 more than ils desurplus. Councilman Richman S. Margeficit. School revenue was $5 .368 son heads the special committee. The uncollected tax accounts, 1 1 more than expected, real estate The two other members are Councilwhich were figured into the city's sales netted $2,751, and additional men Mary C. Dondero and Roland revenue surplus. are an Inheritance Income !rom savings banks was I. Noyes. over many year.s. Copy of Repor(' Obtained After 2-Month Delay : Adopt a recommendation from the traffic committee that a utility I pole and curbing be removed In I the vicinity of the Shell Oil company's prpperty at Bartlett and , Isl!ngtqn streets. Accept a report on Fourth of July expenditures of $527 from the I special committee. Refer to the city solicitor a bill from Paul Gobbi for repairs on a. car. ~ ,I I 1· Council to Select City Auditor :l ~ Tonight's Meeting $2,498. �In an unexpected unanimous move, the council transferred $8,000 from the projected Maplewood avenue bridge fund as final payment due the Frankin! Construction company of Boston, builders of the local comfort station. Councilm an Mary C. Don dero, who was expected to oppose the transfer, moved that it be accepted and the other councilmen quickly voiced their approval. A petition of the Rev. T. L. Lee of the Church of God in Christ at 29 Bow street for a tag day Aug. 23 was rejected on a motion by _:._ _ __ _ _ _ _ __,__ Councilman Thomas H. Simes. Administrative Code Goes .to City ·Council ~ust Before Deadline Departmenta l Dutl·es Outl 1" ned ii to eliminate political favoritism, also would give the city manager l,.., \~ power to remove the employes. f\ Mr. Peterson proposed that A new administrative code to every clty-owne_d automobile govern Portsmouth 's municipal shall h ave t he seal painted on operation was submitted to the city both front doors and the words council last nigh t by City Manager " City of Portsmouth, N . H." He d b also specified that no city-owned I Edward C. Peterson-:three ays . e- ; automobiles shall be used by an fore a ch arter -ordamed deadlme. · Mr. P eterson said h e plans to inofficer or employe for any corporate the 34-page code, along · private purpose. with the municipal rules and regThe code also would authorize the ulations and a revision of the present city manager to appoint an admincitv ordinances in to an admin istra- lstratlve staff to be composed of the tiv~ manual at a later da te. b eads of all departments and any The new code wh ich plainly I other officers and employes as Mr. outlines the various duties of J Peterson may wish to designate. The department heads will be acted staff would meet at the call of the ' the \ city manager and advise and conup on at a la ter meeting of sult with h im on all matters affectcity council. . . lng the welfare of the city or relatOne of the most. 1mpo1 tant i;>r 0 - in to the municipal departments. posals in the code 1s the establ!shg ment of a municipal purchasing department h eaded by a purchasing agent to be appointed by the city manager. The purchasing agent would do all buying required by the various departments, offices and agencies \ },.. of the city, subject to the approval of the manager. He would have charge of the storage of supplies Reallocation of fun& t o pay ' for and materials purchased by the city. However, no pw·chases could be the completed Portsmouth comfort made without city council author- station will be one of the mafor items of busine.ss before the city ization. Under terms of the code, the"pur- council tbmorrow at 15 pm. chasing agent would award city The SJ)('elal sell!llon also will contracts. act on the proposed purchase The purchasing agent also would of a lot of land at the Deer and conduct the sale of any municipal Vaughan streets intersection. supplies, materials anct equipment City Manager Edward c. Petervalued at less than $100. On sales involving more than $100 the pur- son explained today the lot Is essenchasing agent would be required to t ial to plans for straightening the Intersection. obtain the council's permission. In Proposals Council to Juggle Funds to Pay for Comfort Station The code also provides that the board of health, h eaded by the city physician, be held responsible for the operation of the Portsmouth Ilealth center and su11ervise its personnel. Mr. P eterson proposes in the code that the tax department be known as the city collection department and that the head be known as the city collector instead of tax collector. The code also would create B recreation board of directors and would consist of 10 mem'cers, ineluding representatives of local organizatlons and the city manager, ex-officio. The board would be appointed by Mr. P eterson. Includ_ed in the recreation board's <luties would be the supervision of the local community Center. All officials, employes and members of the boards and commissions of the city would serve a t th e pleasure of the appointive power, which is Mr. Peterson in most instances. The proposal, an apparen t at'Pmpt Two other items of business concern a tag day for the Church of Christ in God and use of the Wards 3 and 4 ward rooms for prlv111te social at.fairs. The manager said he "hopes" to have the administrative code ready for presentat ion at tomorrow's meeting. The amended charter requires the code be presented within six , months of the manager's taking office. Mr. Peterson took the oath on Feb. 16 and the t ime limit expires Monday. Land Purchase, Fund Transfer Win City OK City Manager Edward C. Peterson was authorized by the Portsmouth city council last night to purchase a strip of land at the intersection of Vaughan and Hanover streets to alleviate a traffic hazard. The council transferred $1 ,000 from the city's contingent fund for purchase of the land, located at the northwestern section of the junction, from Samuel Sagris of 25 Chauncey street. The action followed a long discussion of the purchase between the council and Atty. Leo Liberson, attorney for Mr. Sagris. . Attorney Liberson said that Mr. Sagris would donate three feet of land on Vaughan street and a small triangle plot on Hanover street t o widen the junction. But be asked that the city replace a cement foundation and sidewalk on both streets which would have to be removed if the intarsection was widened. The lawyer said his client intended to construct a one-story building on the site and pointed out that the ciby would have to build l a new wall and sidewalk anyhow. He suggested that the wall be built as a foundation for the proposed building. Councilman Roland I. oyes suggested that the city buy the land outright and th at Mr. Sagrls construct his own wall, adcling th at the city would rebuild any sidewalk that was torn up In the process of widening the junct~ . "There's no reason why the city should ~nter into the contrarting business. Let's buy the land outright," he advised. City Solicitor Samuel Levy told th e councilmen that if t he Sagris building ls constructed n ow, t he city would have t o pay more t han $1,000 t o widen the street at a later date. Mr. Levy suggested th at the city buy the land for $1,000 and let Mr. Sagris build his own retaining wall on th e property. At this point the council unanimously voted to appropriate the money and give Mr. Peterson full authority to negotiate with Mr. Sagris. Officials Confer On Extension of Bartlett Street ~ ~, proposal that Bartlett street be extended across the interstate high way by construction of an overpass was discussed today by City Manager Edward C. Peterson and State Highway Commissioner Fr ederic E. Everett. Mr. P eterson said the proposal submitted by Mr. Everett and hi~ assistant, Homer Richardson, dep uty state highway commissioner, would alleviate a traffic hazard at th e in tersection of Woodbury avenue and the super h ighway. The city manager said that traffic entering the super highway from Portsmouth would be routed over the overpass and swing back onto the h ighway on the n orthwestern section of the road. Mr. P eterson said th e state plans are in the "talk" stages and that "many details must be worked out" before any concrete action can be teken. He added that the state proposal ls one of many suggestions for improving the Woodbury avenue and 1 super highway bottleneck. 1 The conference was held in the city manager's office. A - -- ----- �City Selects New Auditor But Council Must Probe · $4,000 Salary Demand Wilfred Yo·ung Set to Succeed Jack Fenwick ~ I '7 "Take the board of appraisers for He added that if only one apexample, two of the gentlemen are • plicant was recommended, the paid only $1,000 a yea:-," he comother four would "feel slighted." mented. While Councilman Margeson was When Councilman Mary C. Don- reading the five letters of applica- 1' dero explained that the appraisers tion, Mr. Paterson asked whether average only three hours of work a anyone had recommended Mr. The city council appointed a new day and usually hold other posl- Young. Councilma n Margeson remunicipal auditor for Portsmouth tlons, Councilman Simes remarked \ ported that the Norton company of last night, but then discovered that "Well, perhaps it would be bette; Worcester, Mr. Young's present place An examination for the appointhe won't accept the job unless the for the city if they worked elgtit of employment, a.nd Auditor Na.hours a day." thaniel F. Begelow, Jr., of Ma.nches- ment of a permanent operating ensalary Is increased $1,000 a year. gineer in the municipal water de• After naming Wilfred E. Young, The duties of the new wage study ter had given recommendations. Mr. 39, of Holden, Mass., to succeed committee apparently will overlap Bigelow's firm conducted the audit partment was announced today by City Manager Edward C. Peterson. Auditor Jack Fenwick, Councilman r,hose of the recently-appointed ad- of the 1947 municipal accounts. Duties of the engineer are to Richman S. Margeson quietly re- visory board. The city charter pro"What did Mr. Bigelow think, of tend and maintain one or more marked: vldes that the board study and ad- Mr. Fenwick?" asked Councilman power-driven pumps used at one of "I suppose we should have vise the city manager on the ad- Whitaker. the city pumping stations to pump acted on this first, but Mr. ministration of the municipal merit Mr. Margeson replied: water from storage tanks. Young says he won't take the plan, Including grievances of city "Why he thought that Mr. FenThe position pays a minimum job unless the salary is increased employes. Michael A. Barrett, Na- wick's bookkeeping was very thorsalary of 75 cents an hour and a \ from $3,000 to $4,000 a year." Lhan H. Wells and Leslie C. Man- ough but that ..." but before conmaximum salary of 90 cents an hour ning are members of the personnel eluding his statement Mr. Margefor six-day week. Each employe, Mr. !Joard. son turned to the reporters at the Peterson pointed out, Is entitled to Mr. Young, assistant Portsmouth press table and requested that It be 11 days sick leave and 11 days anauditor for four years, was one of "kept off the record." nual leave after a year of satisfacfive applicants for the job, includMrs. Dondero thereupon jumped tory service. ing Mr. Fenwick, who has held the to her feet, protested any "off the Mr. Peterson said all applicants post since 1945. The new auditor Is record" remarks and said nothing will be given a WTitten test to expected to take over his new duties should be withheld 'from the public. measure their knowledge of enSept. 15, If his terms are met. Councilman Margeson sat gineering fundamentals and a City Solicitor Samuel Levy down commenting, "Mr. Bigelow physical examination by the city pointed out that a wage boost said Mr. Fenwick was a fine physician. The written exams will this year would amount to $300 auditor." be held at 9 am Sept. 8 at the city as Mr. Young will work only On a. motion of Mrs. Dondero the council. chambers in city hall. three months before the end of council agreed to send a letter of . All applicants must be male and 1948. appreciation to Mr. Fenwick and between 21 and 65 years old. VetMr. Young was elected on a sixgive Mr. Young unanimous support. erans will be given five points on three ballot after only he and Mr. Other applicants for the auditor's examinations. Fenwick were nominated. Counciljob were J. Kenneth Popham of Mr. Peterson added that all apmen Paterson, Margeson, L1nchey, 261 Aldrich road, Peter Apo! of 41 plications must be filed at his office Dr. Lester R. Whitaker, Roland I. Salem street, and D. Richard Zoffoll not later than 10 am Sept. 7. Noyes and Mayor Neal voted for of 140 Maplewood avenue. Mr. Young while Mrs. Dondero and Mr. Young, a Portsmouth native WILFRED E. YOUNG Councilmen Simes and John Leary and resident of tJ11s city for ,'lany • , • New Auditor? supported Mr. Fenwick. years, is married to the former Mr. Young was nominated by , Margaret Amazeen of Portsmouth. The council accepted Mr. Youn.g's counc!lman Noyes and the move They have one son, three-year-old demand without protest and refer- seconded by Mr. Paterson before the Richard c. Young. red it to a. special committee for letters of application were read to He attended P o r ts m o u th M~n~~t~!~~~p~terson\ schools and was graduated from study, Mayor Cec!l M. Neal appoint- the council indicating the appointleft today for Mackinac Island, ed Councilmen Thomas Ft Simes, ment had been discussed in one of Portsmouth high school and Mich., where the International City Frank E. Paterson and William J. the council's secretive executive Llnchey as it:5 members. aieet!ngs. Mr. Fenwick's name was the Bentley School of AcManagers association ls holding its It was pomted out today, incl- proposed by Councilman Simes and counting and Finance in Bosannual conference. \ The city manager ls scheduled to dentally, that the present city char- 1seconded by Dr. Whitaker. ton. return to Portsmouth Sept. 18. He ter sets the salary a.t $3,000 and be• Councilmen Margeson, Dondero He served as an assistant to foris accompanied on the motor trip fore any increase can be made the and Noyes were appointed at a pre- \ mer City Auditor Remick H. Laighby Mrs. Peterson and their daugh- \ councll must revise the salary or- vious council meeting to recommend Lon from January, 1937, until Dedinance. one of the five applicants, but the cember, 1940. Mr. Young has taken ter. ______ I The special committee also wa$ three decided that It was a task for special courses in the various delegated to work with City Mana- the entire counc!l. phases of accounting conducted by ger.. Edward C. Peterson in a. "careIn his report, Mr. Margeson, chairstudy groups of the National Assoful study of the present municipal man of the auditor's committee, anelation of Cost Accountan~ of wage scale. The survey wm include nounced that he and the other two which he has been a member for the wages of all city employes and members felt that all five applicants 12 years. He also took a. s,Jecial department heads. Councilman Simes, who Introshould have an opportunity to precourse In taxation at Becker college I I City to Give ~ :11 \ Examination for Pump Engflneer I I---·-Peterson Leaves If~t~ I duced a motion requesting ihe mrvey termed municipal wages "meager" and "unattractive." Be added that anyone accepting & city job "would have to be rich" to bslst the pay. sent their council. qualifications to the --~-~-----~--- in Worcester. He has been affiliated with the National Shawmut bank of Boston and the Morley company i>f Portsmouth. • �- -- - -- - - -- - ~ .... - ·Manager Finds Meter Deficit~~ Costs $28,700. The apparent loss during 1047 of 222,000,000 gallons o! city waterpumped at a cost o! $28,700-was revealed today by City Manager Edward C, Peterson. However, a, discrepancy of 131,000,000 gallons or 35,000,000 gallons over the 15% margin, showed up between the pumps and meters in 1943. Records beyond that date were 11ot checked. The ~28,700 "cost" figure was based on a system of computation outlined by Mr. Peterson. He did not attempt to interpret the 194.7 waler loss In mor.etary terms but, when advised ot the figure that had been arrived at, he said It "sounds about rlg,ht 1! you did it the way I told you.' Mr. Peterson said he made the The "cost" factor Is ascribed to discovery "a few days ago'' 1n a. actual coi;ts of pumpina and discheck of water df'partment p1ocuctributing the water. The volume of tlon records and that so far he is water involved in the 1947 loss unable to account !or the loss. would have been charged for at a total of $46,600, according to Mr. However, he declared that he had launched an immediate investiga- .P eterson's sys tem of computation. tion into the situation. The table brlow .~hows 1.11e amount The apparent loss, he nld, of water lost to the city In the pas t showed up In figures which listfive years. ed a total of 704,000,000 gaI:ons 1947 pumped through city pipelines, 701,187,757 gallons Pumped with only 482,000,000 gallons r~~482,780,114 gallons Metered gistering on consumers' meters, 221,4.07,643 gallons Lost Figures obtained from the city 194.6 auditor Indicated that a similar 709 ,781 ,805 gallons condition has prevailed since 19-15. Pumped 487,663 ,207 gallons Metered A dlscrepanet of 218,000,000 gallons \ was indicated for tihat year and 222,118,598 gallons Lost another 222,000,000 apparently was 1945 unaccounted for in 1946. 688,005,362 gallons Pumped "I don't know where it's going," 469,070,807 gallons Metered Mr. Peterson said, "and It might take some time before I can find 218,934,555 gallons Lost out." 1944 He said he already has ordered a 598,236,000 gallonG Pumped "leak detector" to trace the los.s. 510,388,000 gallons Metered Although the city manager Lost 88,848,000 gallons declined to fix "responsibility on anyone at this time," he 1943 did admit that the condition Pumped 644,364,798 gallons was uncovered by his own ef• Metered 512,558,707 gallons 1 forts and that It had never Lost 131,806,091 gallons been called to his attention by Street Supt. Clayton E. Os• born, who heads the water department, ., He also said that the discrepancy should have been apparent to anyone. PorL~mou th will buy 316 tons of The city manager pointed out t.hat a los.s of 15% in water pro- coal from three local dealers at duction Is "normal" !or any city or $15.10 a ton , City Manager Edward town system, since that much water C. Peterson said today. The three firms submitted idenmight be used In !Ire lig1i.tlng, pub' tlcal bids and the contract will be ' lie works or undetected leak!. The dlscreprancy In the 1947 figures divided equally between them. A contract for alterations in city for Portsmouth amounts to 40%, he hall offices ls to be let to W. E. pointed out. The city manager Mid he dis- Connell, a lor n! conlrn ctor, whose covered the local water loss while blct of $204 wa.~ $36 lower than that investigating the $9,444 deficit which ~ubmlLted by E. L. Paterson and the water department reported !or Son, 1947. His probe, he said, was limited to that year's operations and he evidenced no knowledge of the discrepancies indicated for prevloua years. Two examlnatlorfs for city jobs Only the production ngures for h<tve been schedul~d for this month, 1944 have come within the accepted according to City Manager Edward 15% margin of loss, according to C. Peterson. water department records made The first Is to be given tomorrow available by City Auditor Jack Fen- to !our candidates for the post of wick. operating engiMcr at the city's In that year, 598,000,000 gallons pumping stations. were pumped and 510,000,000 were On Sept. 25, the- manager said he metered. would give an examination to appllcant.5 for jobs at the municipal comfort 11tatlon. Tomorrow's exrtmlnatlon Is to be given at city hall and wl11 be written. The test for the comfort station positions is planned for the junior high school. I City to Split Up Coal Contract · City Job Exams . Tomorrow51 Beg1n l~~ures 'Cockeyed;' ,q(~~orn Contends! A broad denial of reports thatlf 222,000,000 gallons of city water are unaccounted for In 1947 operations of Portsmouth's water department I was Issued today by Stn:eet Supt. J Clayton E. Osborn, who heads the water department. "The figures are cockeyed," Os1 born bluntly declared when he was asked to comment on City Manager Edward C. Peterson's disclosure yesterday of the "missing" water. The waLer superintendent offered 1· no statistics of his own to support his contention and when asked where the "right figures" are, he replied: "Down at the city hall." His statement, however, conflicted with the assertion by , 1\Ir. Peterson that the figures published yesterday were obfained from water department records. Discussing the situation this morn' ing, the city manager said he con- 1 ferred with Mr. Osborn yesterday afternoon and Instructed him to make a "general check" of the city's , water system. His action, he explained, was based on Mr. ·osborn's claims regarding widespread leaks and heavy use of water for public works that ls not shown In metered totals of consumption. ' Mr. Peterson disclosed that a "leak I detector" would be used In the near future In an attempt to account for the reported water waste. He added that he has arranged for a conference next week with a representative of a Weston, Mass., firm which manufactures "leak detec4ors.'' _ .ti Meanwhile, several member; of the city council who were questioned about the situation today were unable to furnish any rel vealing comment. Mayor Cecil M. Neal reported that his only knowledge about it "is what 1 read in the paper.'' Among three city council members contacted-Thomas H. Simes, Mrs. Mary C. Dondero and Richman S. Margeson-there was a similar lack of knowledge Indicated but general agreement was expressed that the matter should be thoroughly Investigated. Mr. Osborn tended to dismiss the statement of City Mll.nager Peterson yesterday that evidence of the water loss had been only lately discovered. "When he <Mr. Peterson} came here, I gave him the records of all water operations," the water superintendent said. "And I explained at the time where the water we were not charging for was going." He spoke of the amount of water used for fighting fires, flooding skating rinks and leaving mains open to avoid freezing. "Besides," he added, "we're bound to have leaks in a water system as old as ours." I I I I JAm~~~~ • -, \ S•' ' There will be & Public Heulng on the following proposed ordinances of the City ot Portsmouth to be held In the Councll Chl\mbers &t• City Hall, on Thursd&y, September 23rd, &t 7:30 pm. An Ordinance Pertaining to Salary of the Auditor. The Olty ot Portsmouth ord&IIlll: 1. THAT as of September 15th, 1948 the Annul\! Salary of City Auditor shall be $4 ,000.00 . 2. All laws or parts of laws !neon' slstent with this ordinance are hereby repenled. 3. This ordinance shall take effect on I ts passage. · An Ordinance Pertaining to Salary Scltedule In the Fire Dept, The City of Portsmouth ordains: 1. THAT oe ot July 1st, 1948 the annul\! minimum and m&xlmum Sal&ry Schedule of employees and members of the Flre Department shall be as follows: Mlnlmum Mo.xlmum Cltlet •... . ... , • • $3.500.00 1st Assistant • • •• 2,950.00 2nd Assistant . ... 2,950.00 Clerk . . . . . . . . . • 25.00 Permanent Men .. $2000 .00 2,750.00 Call Chief . . .•• , 300.00 Call Captain .. .. 205.00 Call Clerk • , •• , , 205.00 Call Men . . . . . • 200 .00 Supt. Fire Ala.rm 600.00 I 2. All ll\ws or parts o! laws lncon' slstent with this ordinance are hereby 1 repealed. 3. This ordinance shall take effect on ltBA~a~~fnance Pertaining to Salary Schedule in Highway Department and Water Department. The City or Portsmouth ordains: · 1. THAT a., of July 1st, 1948 the minimum and maximum Salary Schedule In the Highway Department and Wa.ter Department tor the positions set forth In thls section shall be established u follows : , Highway Department: Mln .' Max . Wage Wage Shovel Operator • • • • . . . .75 1.20 Hr. Carpenter . . . . . . . . • .. . . . .75 .95 Mecha.nlc . . . . . . . . • . • .. • .90 1.20 Mechonlc Helper • • • • . • .75 1.00 Grader Operator .. . •• .75 1.10 Shop Attendant .. . .. . • .75 1.00 Truck Driver . . . . . . . • . . .75 .90 Truck Driver • • . • . .. • .. 1.00 Painte r . . . . . • . • .. . . . . • .. .75 1.00 Laborer . . . . . .. . . . • . . . . . .75 .825 Laborer . . . . .. .. .. . . . . .. .90 Laborer . . . . . . . • .. . . . • .. 1.00 Sewer Laborer • . . • • • . . . • .75 .825 Sewer Labor,r • . .. .. . • . • .90 Sewer Laborer . .. . • . . . • • 1.00 Sweeper . . . . . . . . . . . . • • .75 .88 Nlght Wat chman .. , , . • .55 .65 Water Department: Meter Reader . . ....•• , • .75 1.00 Meter Repairman • . ... , .75 1.00 Pump Sta. Engr. . • , • , , • .75 .90 Pipe Fi t ter . . . . . .. • . .. .. .75 .90 Pipe Fi tte r . . ......... .. 1.05 Truck Dri ver ... ..... .. .75 1.00 La borer - Helper . . . .. . .75 1.00 Watchm1m - Sundl\Y . , .55 .85 , Bill Collector .. , . , .. , .. .75 1.00 Min . Max. l I Wage Wage Annually Foreman, Highway Dept. 1800.00 2398.00 Forem,m, Sewer . . . . . .. . 1800.00 2574.00 Foreman, W1tterworks . . 1800.00 2926.00 1Engineer, Pumping Sta., 3000.00 3916.00 Surveyor, Land . . . . . . . . 2000.00 2750.00 Superin te ndent, Highway Dept., 1750.00 Superintend en t , W1tter Dept.. 1750.00 Chief Clerk, WM er Dept. , 2000.00 2500..00 Bookkeeper-Clerk, Water Dept. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300.00 1560.00 Cashier, Wat er Dep t. . . 1500.00 2200.00 2. All 11\ws or part, ot l1tws lnconsls;:g!ai:J~h this ordinance are hereby 3. This ordinance shall take e!fect on Its passage . Attest: EILEEN D . FOLEY, City Clerk. 1t &13 83 �. . . 84 y , I\ , \~ City Code Would Streamline Departments 'a recreation board, if the code Is adopted as an ordinance by the council. Ten other departments to be created by the code include fire, welfare, public works, assessors, collec tion, taxes, health, finance, legal, purchasing and records. The proposed ordinance creates a centralized control of all purchases and storage of supplies not Immediately needed. In "pre-code days", a departrnent could purchase as it wished and few attem11ts were macle to lake adl'anlage of buying material In larger lots to benefit from lower wholesale prices. The purchasing department probably will be headed either by the city manager or an agent appointed by him. He will be empowered to make purchases up to $200 in the open market. Anything over that amount must be boughL by St!aled bids. Purchases will be made by requlsltion only and the requisition must be approved by the city manager for any purchase. This system, if carried out, probably would make impossible an locident similar to that of last year when the street commissiimers were facing removal by the council on overspending charges. The department of streets ls abolished under the code and City The Community Center_:a mun!- Manager Edward C. Peterson delved cipal "hot potato" t.he past few into some forgotten limbo of the months-will be brought under the past to find a titlP. fn~ H- -·· · r, Management of Portsmouth's business affairs ls to be wrapped ln an all-Inclusive package labeled, "The Administrative Code." And Its acceptance by the city council may mean the dawn of an era of "efficiency and cooperation" In munlcipal administration. Close scrutiny of the code today reveals It neatly departmentalizes various city actlvlties, in an attempt to cut f through "overlapping power" pre\ valent during the mayor-council system here. With the exception of the •sohooJ • •nd police departments, all agencies are brought under a single · command-City Manager Edward C. Peterson, who authored the voluminous document. He, in turn; is responsible to the nine-man city council. The proposals call for establishment of 12 m'ajor departments, each 1.eaded by an official selected by the city manager. But even further supervision ls suggest-ed for the library and recreation departments. The library's policies would be 'governed by a seven-man board of trustees and the path of the recreation director guided by a 10-man 'board of directors. Members of the two boards, the Hbrarlan and the recreation direc1btoyr,thheowmevaenra,gearr.~ £o be appointed I City·--M·ana~i"er Gets Bids OJt\).1 For -W ork on New Offices t City Manager Edward c. Peterson Is receivin~ bids today _for alterin~ and equipping two city hall offices as a new smte for the city manager and his secretary. Mr. Peterson will receive the sealed bids until 11 am Sept. 3 When they will be opened and a contract ' awarded. 1 A single notable change is Included in the responsibility of the FWD-maintenance of public buildings. Municipally owned buildings often were orphaned in the strife between the council and the street board. Otherwise, the public works superintendent will be charged, as now, with snow removal, sanding, street and sidewalk maintenance, care of trees and garbage removal. In addition, supervision or the water works falls within the province or the PWD. Three other old municipal departments are also appearing und er new gilt titles. A records department, headed by the city clerk; finance, under the joint leadership of the auditor and treasurer; and collection, formerly the tax department. The functions of the three remain about the same with the exception of the collector, who Is to be empowered to collect all money due the city. The city clerk will continue to keep the official records of births, deaths, marri ages, council meetings and direct elections. Appointed by the city council, the city auditor will exercise control over all city finances. Custody of all city fund s will rest with the treasurer, who will be under a $30,000 bond. Control and regulation of the controversial comfort station will be In the hands of the health department. The city physician will direct the activities of the heulth dcpurt- I I The former army recruitin g office ' '-now located at the postoffice-and the building inspector and the pub1 lie health nurse offipe will be combined to form the city manager's office. • On the second floor, however, two offices will be furnished, one for Mr. Peterson and the other for his secrtary, Cost of the project has been estimated by Mr. Peterson at approxi- mately $100 to $150. Mr. Peterson added that specificat1011s may be obtained at his office. Sealed bids also were being received today for the city's 1948-49 fuel supply. f The requirements are 75 tons run-of-the-mine soft coal for the Central fire station: 100 tons of run-of-the-mine soft coal for city hall; and 216 tons of run~of-themine soft coal, seven tons of stove coal and seven tons of nut · coal fo1 Th the municipal pumping stations. S t ese bids also will ep. 3. The offices of two minor officials ' will be legalized in a special section ' of the code. These are: The building inspector and the sealer of weights and measures. Two boards existing at the present time will continue in service. The airport commission and planning board wlll have the city manager as 1 an ex-officio member. I I Mr. Peterson and his secretary now occupy the former mayor's quarters on the first floor. ment and serve as chairman of a three-man board or health. Also und er the supervision of the health department head will be the plumbing and sanitary inspectors. No change will be made In the duties of the assessor, or assessors. The department will continue to appraise property and set valuations. ' A legal department, under the direction of the city solicitor, will be set up under the proposed administrative code. The so!icitor will approve all contracts, bonds or other legal document5 !Jcfore being signed by city represcnt'.J.tlves. The flrc department will continue under direct cr,ntrol of the manager, without loss of any of Its duties or responsibilities. The policy section of the fourchapter code fixes responsibility for all physical property of the city upon Lhe various department heads. Each official controlling city proper ty will be compelled to submit an inventory to the city clerk when the ordinance is adopted. Annually, thereafter, a complete inventory will be lncludecl In reports from the department h eads. FurLher, the policy groups the deparLmenL heads into a group to be called the administrative staff. This staff will meet at the call of the manager to consult on various problems. Permanent records of all business . . I , tran~actect by the departments must ' be kept and the heads of the de• partmen L.s are responsible for them. The council may at any time Instruct an investigation into the affairs of department and records, under penalty of dismissal of the responsible official must be available. Who Owes Who~ City 4sks Portsmouth racked its legal brain today and wondered who owes who what and who collects from whom. The story is this: Early one morning In Feb. 1945, a city-owned automobile was involved in a collision with another car in the vicinity of Newington. Operating the municipal car was Street Supt. Clayton E, Osbom while Fred V. Jlett, Jr., a member of the board of street commissioners at that time, was a pas3enger, According to City Solicitor Samuel Levy who has been investigating the matter for the present city council, Mr. Osborn ordered the car repaired at the Vaughan street garage in Portsmouth. Paul L. Gobbi, proprietor of the garage, billed the city for $322 In repa lrs. But Mr. Gobbi failed to get his money because l\trs. Mary C. Dondero, rn:Lyor at the time, declined to sign a voucher for the work. She explained to the city council last night that she refus ed because the voucher never was discussed at a street board m eeting. And the garage bill was not brought up by the former titreet commission at city conncfl meetings the past three years, However, shortly after the present council took office a request for payment was placed In their hands and the council In turn asked Mr. Levy to study It, 'l'he council decided at last night's meeting, following a r eport from Mr. Levy, to reimburse Mr. Gobbi for the repairs. And the council also voted to recover the $322 from the "responsible parties." Councilman Thomas H. Simes reportecl: ,., "It makes no difference who is responsible for the repair work, whether It be :Mr. Osborn, Mr. Hett or anyone else. We should get our money 11 we have to fight to the last ditch." �-- I City Job Wage Hikes :Due for Council Vote At Tonight's Session (') I . I Lengthy Agenda Awaits Action at Regular Meeting A new city ordinance calling for wnge hikes for the city auditor nnd a majority of officials nnd employes o! the fire, highway nnd water departments will be presented to the council tonight !or a first reading. The ordinance, which must pass 'three readings before adoption, will be submitted at the council's regular meeting at 7 pm Jn the council chambers of city hall. One of the largest pay Increases proposed Is that of the C'lty auditor whose salary would be raised from $3,000 to $4,000 a year, )f• 1 rCity to Re.cei~~ $31,403 Payment ::For Acres Taxesi),aJ 1 Portsmouth shortly will receive a check for $31,403 from the federal government as !ts 1948 substitute for tax revenue from the Wentworth acres. The paymeu ls $18,268 less than the $49,671 paid last year by the government when the Acres were appraised at a value of more than $2,000,000. The council also will be asked to endorse a petition to the Boston ancl Maine Transportation company vrotestlng dlscontinuance of bus service on Hillside drive. The 45 men and women ~igners I Po.1·tsmo-~thN~ts , ~ $20,131 From Tax 7 rnnlntain that they h1we been "inPortsmouth is to receive $20.131 convenienced" since the service was in December as its share of the state dropped July 11 for what a Boston tax on dividends and Interest, which and Maine Transportation company totaled a record $929,112. spokesman today described as "lack State Treasurer F. Gordon Kimof patronage." The delay In the opening of ball told the Associated Press today Portsmouth's comfort station also Is · that cities are gaining 22% over the previous high last year of $761,099. expected to be discussed tonight when a communication is read from I A continued increase in earnings from investments held by New Councilman Mary C. Dondero deHampshire citiezns coupled with manding an explanation. City Manager Edward C. Peterson another jump in taxes on property reported earlier this week that he in general, were explained as causes expected to open the comfort sta- for the substantial gain In this form tion and health center "sometime of tax benefits to local communities. Manchester, largest city in the this month." A pending conference with the state, will get $106,112, Nashua $59,architect and construction firm ll3; Laconia, $14,667; Dover, $17,725; which built the station ls delaying Keene, $37,773; Claremont, $17,466. the opening, Mr. Peterson explained. The talk, he said, wlll center on $4,300 in "extra " work which the council has refused pay until Mr. Peterson discusses the situation with parties involved. Action on that increase wlll be important since Wllfred E. Young of Holden, Mass., newly-appointed auditor to succeed Jack Fenwick has Informed the council that he won't accept the post unless the pay boost ls sanctioned. Mr. Young, a former Portsmouth man, ls dpected to take over his new dut!es SepJ;. 15 Ir the raise 1s approved. Substantial wage hikes also would be made ln the fire department v.·here Chief George T. Cogan's salary would be raised from $2,800 to $3,500, First and second assistants would be granted $450 increases i over their present yearly salary of $2,500 whlle permanent men would get $350 more than their present rate o! $2,400. ~ -j In both the highway and water A new city ordinance Providing departments several employes would I wage increases for the new city au. At present the ordinances call be given an annual salary rather ditor, and a majority of the offifor I\ $700 annual pay boost than an hourly rate. cials and employes of the fire hi I f~r the fire chief; $400 for the way and t • g1Also on tonight's agenda I~ I\ first and second assistants• and lts wa er departments passed letter from the Federal Works first reading at a meeting last $350. for the 14 permanent'men. agency's Bureau of Community night of the city council. But if the increases are made reFacilities asking whether the The ordinance calls for a raise troactive from Jan. l Chief Cogan city Intends to continue plans ;rom $3,000 to Si,000 for Wilwould receive a tqtal increase of for a new sub fire station at red E. Young who Is Rchcduled ~l .o5o over hls present salary of the Portsmouth Plains. $2,800, to succeed ,Jack Fenwick as Plans for the colonl11l style brick city auditor Sept. 15. If the ordinances were a.mended structure which would hou.,e two Also Included ln the proposed le - Lhe two assistants to Chief Cogan, pieces of fire a,pparatus were formuislntion are wage boost..s for J!'i;e would re?eive a total of $600 more lated by a planning. board .sub-comChief George T. Cogan, the first than their pre.sent salary of $2 500 mittee ln 1945 and the federal and .second fire assistants and per- whlle the permanent men wdu!d agency forwarded $1,200 to the city manent firemen. receive $525 more than the $2400 to cover initial expenses. a The Pay hikes, as recommended rear they receive now. However, no further action has und er th e proposed ordinances been taken by the city toward con- In a special committee report would struction or the proposed $36,000 be retroactive from July lst'. How- the annual salary o! the superinstructure and now the government ever, City Manager Edward C tendent of the highway and water ,Pet~rson announced that 1948 ap-· departments would remain at $1,750 wants to know what 1s to be done. proprlations make retroactlv P eac."h. In both departments several If the city intends to carry out from J l t e ay an. 8 of this year Possible employes would be given an annual the project the $1,200 would have He added that he expected ~- salary rather than an hourly ra.te. 1 to be returned to the government. change in the ordinance before they Councilman Thoma.s H. Simes, pass two additional readings, announced that wage boosts for The ordinances will be subject to other municipal employes are being a hea,rlng at 7:30 pm Sept. 23 in considered by the special wage comthe ci.y councl) chambers. mittee and that a.ction may be taken In Jan. 1949 • City Workers' Pay Hikes Pass First Council Test .... City, state and federal officials agreed this year to reduce the Acres valuation to $1,232,000. The Public Housing administration had refused to pay lts cash settlements on •the $2,000,000 appraisal figure. By agreement between the clty nnd the federal agency, the United States pays the city an annual sum based on the Acres appraised value after deductions are made. The deductions are based on the fact the Acres provides its own police protection, garbage and trash removal, street maintenance and street lighting. City Manager ~'lo Returns to Duties City Manager Edward C. Peterson. returned to his duties at city hall today after attending a conference of the International City Managers association at Mackinac island, Mich. More than 200 city managers from the United States and other nations attended the sessions, Mr. Peterson said. Other New Hampshire city managers present were Woodbury Brackett of Dover and Henry Goodnow of Keene. Mr. Peterson reported that the 1950 conference Is to be held in New England, although the exact location has not been decided. The 1949 session ls to ·be held in Florida. �.... CO~~cil -Ag itation Poirits• lo Possible Shakeup 1n . lity Street Department fComfort Station i Dispute Reviy!d In Open Clash Councilman Simes then remark• "Why should Lhe Cham ber of Deny a request by the Rev. Tayed: Commerce take all the glory for the "I look forward to the day when the Christmas lighting. Let them look lor L. Lee to solicit funds for the people of Port~mouth realize what elsewhere for their money," she deChurch of Goel in Christ. a white elephant has been foisted manded. Grant permission to the Frank E. upon them for the comforts they Booma American Legion post to She accused the Chamber of "lack enjoy for five cents." stage a parade on either Sept. 16, 17 of civic pride" in their "failure" to He also described the station as or 18 in conjunction with the or·sponsor . a civic movement for the "an unwanted child left on our doorganization's annual bazaar. comfort station's opening . Have a fire alarm box installed steps." However, the other councilmen on Sagamore avenue and WentAnd Councllman William J, remained silent and later referred Llnchey joined In the verbal Whispered reports of an Impendworth ·road. the Chamber's request to Mr. Levy tussle by tossing a barbed com• Ing shakeup In the city's street anli Grant the New Hampshire Gas for study. water departments echoed In the ment at Mrs. Dondero: and Electric company permission to The financial condition or the erect a pole on Monroe and South city council chambers last night "I think that's a fine po• water department came in for streets. as one councilman openly advocated litical speech." further emphasis when the council abolishment of the two municipal Despite the wrangling, howGrant permission to the Emerson was unable to guarantee immediate Hovey Veterans of Foreign Wars of.fices. ever, the question of the openextension of water lines from Faye"s auxiliary to sponsor a tag day Oct. Ing of the comfort station re• The opening of Port.smouth's corner to Lafayett road on Elwyn 9 fo1· the organization's hospital mained unsettled. . ~75,000 comfort station also arose as Councilman, Simes Insisted that road. a controversial Issue leading to an fund . A finance committee report open break within the council over the comfort station and health cenRefer lo the city manager for lnthe civic benefits of the municipal ter rema.ln closed pending an Inves- recommending that the petition be ~estigation a request by Patrick tigation by Mr. Peterson of $4,300 approved was accepted with a stipufacility. Murphy of 32 Partridge street for lation that the water lines be in- permission to install 10 outdoor \ The street and water department In "extra" work at the building, Mr. Simes warned his fellow stalled when the water department postage stamp dispensers in various · matter was given little discussion )and no de!lnlte course of pe&lble council members that the city is l!lble, to handle the financial end pla.ces throughout the city. Refer to the city manager a comaction was set , but the council wa.s soould wait un<til Mr. Peterson con- of the project. But City Manager Edward C. confronted with two proposed alter- fers with Architect Maurice E. Wtt• municati9n from the Civil Aeronaumer the Frankin! construction comPete1·son today predicted that natives: tics Administration of the DepartIt will be "about two years" bement of Commerce concerning a Either separate the department pany and City SollcLtor Samuel fore the water lines can be set. federal allocation of $40,060 for deunder two superintendents or ab- Levy before opening the station to A petition by 65 residents for the velopment of Portsmouth's airport. sovb both of them Into the city public use. But Mrs. Dondero disagreed. She extension of water and sewer lines Refer to the city solicitor for a manager's administrative domain. wanted the structure opened "Im• fro m Elwyn Park to the Rye line legal opinion a request from the The Issue arose when City mediately" for the comfort of the was rejected when the council deEmerson Hovey Veterans of Foreign Councilman Mary C. Dondero "hard-pressed" people who she said termined that the number of waler Wars post concerning needed redemanded to know "what ~ benow use the rear of the North Con- consumers would not justify lhe pairs on the roof of the Memorial Ing done" about the huge gregational church and health cen• costs of the extension estimated bebuilding on Parrott avenue, now ocquantity of city water which ls ter doorways for a comfort station. tween $80,000 and $90,000. cupied by the military organization. reportedly unaccounted for In However, the council did approve Issue taxi licenses to Mrs. Valerie water department records. "It's our building-why not use Task and Fred I. Seavey. , "I read about this in the paper," it," Mrs. Dondero persisted. "I get installation of water and sewer lines Grant permission to the P lscatashe remarked to the council, "and at least 100 requests a day that it on Myrtle avenue. The pipes will qua Rifle and Revolver club to use the council Is aware of the situation. be opened. Why we're the laughing extend 500 feet on Myrtle avenue from Woodbury avenue. the city's old gravel pit for gun Now I want to know what Is being stock of the whole town." i A petition addressed to the Bospractice. done about it." • Grant the city manager permiston and Maine Transportation comIt was at this point that Councillt was at this polnit that she depany protesting discontinuance of sion to obtain bids for wrecking man Linchey injected his quip clared her long-standing advocacy the old Jones pumpmg station. bus service on Hillside drive w,1s 11ot 'tor the reof1!"anlzatlon of the street about Mrs. Dondero's "political" acted upon and referred to the trans- \ . Reject an offer by Salvator J. and water departments--"wlth a speech. portation firm. It was signed by 45 I Lacava to purchase a city lot of But before Mr. Linchey coulcl 1 superintendent for each." residents of the drive 'who were ; land near South Mill and Marcy continue, l\frs. Dondero jumped , In a bl unit rejoinder, Councilman streets. to her feet ancl vigorously pro Thomas H. Simes asserted: Direct Mr.- Peterson to sell 91 seeking the council's endorsement tested on the grounds that she :'Well, I wouldn't have either of the peti Lion. , pieces of city property at auction had a right, "according to 11ar : of ihem, I have a:iways thourht and notify former owners of the liamentary procedure'', to object No definite action was outlined the· devil should ' be eliminated sale. to the remark. for the proposed $36,000 fire sub sta ·as far possible. It would be Deny a petition from Nellie E. However, Mayor Cecil M. Neal tion at the Plains and Mr. Peterson , Hersey who wanted to buy land very deslrahle to do away with 1 was instructed to inform the F eelboth positions." rapped his gavel and firmly ordered: fr om the city on Dennett streflt. era! government that possible conMr. Peterson assured the council Grant a pension to William E. • "Let him talk." struction is undecided at present. 1 Travis a retired Portsmouth high that he was- attempting to deterMr. Llnchey defended the council's The council also voted to: I \ school' teacher. mine w'hy the water department Ls action in lf.eeping the station closed. Refer to the city manager a petioperating at a loss. He added that Mr. Peterson later reiterated an his investigation may shed some earlier statement that he thought tion by George Giovanis for permission to erect a sign at 62 Daniels light on the reported water dis· the building will be opened "somestreet. appearance. time this month." Refer also to the city manager The comfort station Issue entered Mrs. Dondero also seized an op- another petition from Theodore F . the picture when Councilman Donportunity to fur ther the comfort Bartlett for permission to erect a dero, guiding spirit behind the station issue during discussion of a sign at 562 Islington street. long-completed but unopened muChamber of Commerce request that nicipal building, :. complained of the city provide $1,000 to help finpubllc demands for its active operance Christmas lighting in the city. ation._ __ · as I ( i �\ ·New Council Tiff On Clerical Help Seen for Tonight :) ')_ .> Another battle over the budgct:ts.pproprlatlon for hiring help In the oHy clerk's office appeared possible today with the announcement that a special city council meeting ls t o follow the pay ordinance hearing tonight. The tussle loomed as City Clerk Eileen Foley said she will request additional funds for hiring clerical help and Inserted the Issue In the councll agencl a, City Laws on the Loose (\-\ * * * I Although $3,500 was paid mora .than a year ago to have Portsmouth ordinances brought up to da te, there are stlll many obselete faws on the city books tha.t could leave unsuspecting citizens in the lurch of criminal prOllecution. Portsmouth Wins 1 Accolade for ·s ·} 1 1947 Ci'ty Report Concord. Wolfeboro, Winch ester, Lonclon atJC! Mason h ave been judged winners in a contest fo r excellence The appropriation for help in Mrs. in 1947 town and city r eports, Foley's office was a sha rp cut from George H. Deming, executive secrethat of the previous year and it tary of the bureau of government was hotly contested by the city research at the University of New clerk's mother, Councilman Ma ry i Hampshi re, announced today. c. Dondero in previous council sesThe contest, conducted annually sions. by the burea u of government research, resulted in selection of on e The budget-the first prepared by City Manager Edward C. Pet erson- winner and one honorable mention fr om each of fi ve groups of comprovided $14,485 for Mrs. Foley's mu nities ln the state. Communities department and the salary approwere grouped accordin g to populapriation meant only the city clerk tion for purposes of the contest. and one assistant could be employed Some r esul ts : on 11 year-round basis. Class I (le,<;S tlrnn 500 popul at ion): 'I'he. fund ~as stretched, how- i Ma.son, wi nner; Randolph, honorever, Mrs. folet' said today, and an additional clerk'\ was employed ln able men tion. Class II (500 to 1,000) : Loudon, her department up until about n week ago "when the money ran winner ; Hampstead, honorable mention. out." c iass III (1 ,000 to 2,500): WinNow, she sa!d, faced with a chester, winner ; Pittsfield, honornational election ln November able mention. and other jobs, the ofTlce ls in Class IV (2,5 00 to 10,000) : Wolfedire need of more help. boro, win ner ; Milford, honorable But ln appro ving th e budget, the mention . council-with the exception of Mrs. Class V (over 10,000): Concord, Dondero-was ad3.mant in its re- , winner ; Ports mouth, honorable fusal to boost the appropria tion , despite the form er mayor's sharp ment ion. Loud on won the Class II awanl criticism of the reduction. Also on the agenda ls ano ther "hot potato"-the firemen 's petition ihat the retroactivity of their pay raises be ex tended six months. A public hearing on the pay ordinance-along with two others- ls to precede the special council session. for the fourth year in a row. This community al so won the New England awarcl for eommunlti rs in Its population class In the la st two years. T he Loudo n en try was described by the j udges as the outs tanding exa mple In all five classes of using an annual r eport t o build comAmong the other business munity spirit and in ter est and also scheduled for discussion at the lo adve rt is e th e commun ity to prosspecla! council session are repective r esidents. ports from both City Manager , Wolfeboro and Concord were both Peterson and City Clerk Foley repeaters a mong th e winners. Wolfeon convention expenses. . boro became a three-time winner. A complaint Is expecte d to be J udges of th is year's con test were lodged by Mrs. Ethel F. Verrlll abou t . J oseph M. Loughlin, Institut e of a "junk yard" on the Lafayette I. public se rvice of the University of J-.1ghway. , Con necticut : George Goodwin, buA request to conduct a tag day rrn u of public administration of the !or an eye conservation fund Is University of Massachusetts, an d t-elng requested by the local Lions Hnrol d G. Fowler , director of t he C'. ub and a proclamation ls ex.~ect- division of muni cipal accounting of ed to be Issued on na tional Em- th e New Hampshire state tax complr:y _- the Physically Handicapped mission. week.!' -------Reports from the plumbing inspector, City Solicitor Samuel Levy 1>nd a request for a tax! permit from J\!alcolm F. McDonald also are to I bt1 reviewed. . *** Local Ordinance Muddle ·Not Yet Cleared I I F or ins tance, there ls , till a law compelling ·whooping cough victims to identify tl}ernselve& for all to see by wearing a yellow ribbon of specifled size on their ,"left breast." And there are laws governing , t he lentgh of time "three or. m ore persons can get together for a conversation on tmy of the city's streets. Man y of the ordinances a.re no t r easonably enforceable, but th ere are stlll more which would seem to have a sensible application but which have long since been forgo tten. The only handy guide an enforc ement authority might have in carrying out the laws of the city is an antiquated 1939 edition which went out of date when the 1947 city council accepted a revised collection tha.t had been recommended by a group of legal experts for a fee of $3,500. That was In December, 1947, but since then little progress has been made toward publish- , When they opened their meeting they signified their defiance of the "anti-sound truck law" and flourished a United States Supreme court decision to back them up. But, it was discovered, they had nothing to defy. There Is no such law. In fac t , the only ordinance which might h ave controlled the activities of the Progressives was one regarding the conduct of public meetings. And this is so vague !n !ts phraseology that the city manager and the city solicitor are at friend- ' ly loggerheads over just what it means. There are only a few persons who ' ca.n speak authoritlvely on the present ordinances, for only 12 copies of the "official" versions have been made a vallable. The h oldup on general distrlbu'ion stili' lies somewhere between the city councll, the' city manager and the printers-no further along th an it was last December. The "new" ordinances were formally · passed and accepted by the 1947 councll, according to the city . clerk, but were withheld from the 'printers for study and action by the incoming council. 1 Such ac tion ls yet to be taken, however, for, as City Manager Peter1<on ex~a ins, the city's new administrative code and merit plan, which have been passed in ordinance Ing a modem edition of city fa shion, should be incorporated. ordinances. This calls for further revision, City Manager Edward O. Pe- · the city mana.ger• said, glnce there tenon said he has put the matare ln{!onsistenc!es and conflict beter before the present city i tween th e "new" ordinances, the council "several times," qut "new" admlnlstiratlve code a.nd the nothing ha.s been done about it." •·n ew" merit plan. . He promised today that he · Such ls the problem which Mr. would bry again to goad the Peterson says he has tried to get the council into action at its forth"n ew" council's action on. But he coming meeting next Thursday. will just h ave to "try again." The complexity tha.t might arise from the present state of confusion over the law wa.s demonstrated on two ~ecent occasions . .It ha.d long been assumed that the city had an ordinance against the use of sound trucks, whet h er for entertainment, commercial or political purposes. And such a law is known to have been enforced on at least two occasions. La.st Wednesday, however, two spokesmen for the Progressive party In New Hampshire came to Port~mouth ready to .defy the law, apparently having hes.rd tha.t It had been invoked several weeks before against Harry Carlson, Democratic office-seeker. They obtained permission for a public meeting in Market square and then proceeded to tour the city with a sound truck, blasting forth their announce~ ments of the event. (Please turn to page three) I �' Dondero ·T Charge Follows Council Clash Councllman Mary c. Dondero vlolently condemned the city manager system as 1t "dictatorship" last r.lght and heatedly announced .she would set out "tomorrow morning" to destroy It ln Portsmouth. The post-session eruption followed 15 minutes or cross-fire debate on the hiring of clerical help to work In the office or Mrs. Dondero's daugnter City Clerk E!Jeen D Foley. · Fiercely contending she showed no favoritism toward her daughter's position, Mrs. Dondero said the city council ..has no Idea whatsoever" of the amount of work being done by the city clerk and her lone helper. The issue burst the bubble of what started to be o. comparatively serene city council session when the council-excepting Mrs. Dondero-agreed it was the city man' ager's job to decide just how much help Is needed in the city clerk's office and where the money is to come from to pay for the help. Eileen Foley's "resolution" . to the council asked $450 for clerical help from Sept. 27 to Dec. 31. But Counc!lman Thomas H. Simes wanted to know U it wasn't a matter to be settled by City Manager Edward C Peterson. • And if It was, he said, he wanted to make a motion to that effect. Mrs. Dondero Interjected her complaint, however, by asking if the matter had not already been perused by Mr. Peterson. Mr. Peterson thereupon explained that he told the city clerk to put the matter on the agenda. "The department was set up " he raid, ''with enough money one permanent clerk, enough for one clerk for halt a year and $460 extra." The city council then decided, he mid, that if more money was needed it could be taken from another account and that the funds for more help should come from the city's "election fund." "Didn't you say ln the beginning that !! more clerical help was needed by the city clerk's office it could be brought In from another departm ent?" questioned Councilman Lester R. Whitaker. Yes, said the city manager, but !! a clerk Is transferred from one department to another the latter has to stand the expense. And that's not possible in this instance, he added, since records show that the city clerk's office has no more money. tor' r -ystem On City 'Dictf«!tr a 88, ~-1 Cl rk· er Mrs. Dondero then m_o_v_cd_t_h_ a _t_ " _' ·_ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ __ I the problem be turned over to Mr. Peterson and that the money be transferred from the elcction account. Mr. Peterson appeared to light the fuse to the firecra cker then, how1 ever, when he declared: "I think the decision or whether clerical he,~p ls needed should be left up to me. Several rounds of agreeing nods were gree~ed by Mrs. Dondero's protest that. "I can't understand how the counc!J can sit here and do nothing when an office is Sil overworked. And I'm sure the council ls being very unfair if they think one virl or two girls can do all the work In that office." Counc!lman Frank E. Paterson grasped the reins to lead the counc!J's opposition against her. "I think that's entirely up to Mr. Peterson," he said. "He's the boss." "We are out of order," l\1rs. Dondero cried. "This is altogether too much like a dlctatorl5hip." City Solicitor Samuel Levy countered that charge by announcing that "the city charter clearly states that Mr. Peterson hires the help." The tempestuous former mayor lashed back on a personal basis, however, by charging the councilmen are venting their ire "on one office." "Nobody seems to realize what's done th ere," she maintained. The city sol!citor attempted to settle the /iquabble by remarking "it Is my understanding that Mr. \ A motion by Councilman Simes I that the matter be referred to Mr. Peterson was approved when the city manager announced he would investigate "the financial set up" of the city clerk's department. But the squabbling didn't end there. After the meeting recessed Mrs. Dondero and the rest of the conncllmen-mlnus William J. Llnchey and Richman S. Margeson-huddled In a rapid exchange of verbal cha!Jenges. I Peterson intends to hire a clerk !or the election and he has the money and power to do so." Mr. Peterson nodded agreement but Mrs. Dondero wanted to know "what about after the election?" Councilman Paterson commented grimly, "I'll hold my ground on that one. It's the city m;.nager's problem." And Sol!citor Levy spoke up again saying, "the whole matter is inappropriate" for council discussion because Mr. Peterson has both the money and authority to alleviate any help problems. "I always thought you had to know where the money is coming from," Mrs. Dondero persisted. Mayor Cecil M. Neal tried to ring down the curtain with, "It's perfectly clear to me-as dumb as I am and it ought to be clear to you." Among them was the charge by Mrs. Dondero that the council had made the matter a personal affair ~~te.'~as "always after that one Referred to the city solicitor and city manager a complaint about a Lafayette highway used car lot labeled-in the complaint-a "junk yard." Turned over to the city manager a request from Verne E. McIntosh 1 to till In the rear of the property at 41 Pickering street to build a boal- house. Approved a request from the Coleman Oil company to Jay a pipeline on Noble's island. ord•1nance Issue I T G Bf O O :,11_e sugges.~ion was pooh-poohed as ridiculous by Councilman Whit- ~~i~~ ~:qi:~:::=: : eore b\ Counc1·1 Ton1·ght t::gfo:::: 1 you ever read the city chart~r?" Mrs. Dondero's blunt rejoinder A recommmendalion that present was: city ordmances be revised to comply "Yes. Have you?" Councilman Paterson continued with tile new charter ls to be his opposition to the tack of Mrs. , brought before the Portsmouth city Dondero, remarking, "IL'.s the council at its October meeting tosystem." night. "If that's the system it is too Revised in 1946 and 1947 at a cost much like a dictatorship and we of $3,500, the ordinances, in many ought to get rid of it," Mrs. instances, have been outmoded by Dondero declared. "And that's the coi.:ncil's adoption of the adminjust what I'm going to do toi5trative code and merit plan, acmorrow morning." rording to City Manager Edward Said Mr. Peterson: C. Peterson. "I'm going to get out or here and The vagueness of the existgo horn~.'-' _ Ing ordinances was JlOinted UJl With that, the storm subsided. recently when a Democratic In other rou tine business the office seeker was refused percouncil: mission to use a sound truck Approved the plumbing inspector's I and then a 'short lime afterreport upon a motion by Councilward Progressive Jlarty camman Roland I. Noyes. Referred a j paigners received a. go-ahead taxi-permit request from Malcolm from the city manager for the F'. McDonald to the council's comuse of similiar e11uipment. mittee on traffic on the recommendation of Co_unc!lman Paterson., ~nother major _Hem of business Granted permission to the Lions facmg the council tonight is the club to conduct a tag day tomorrow :)reparation of an agreement for ' on recommendation of Mrs. Don- the turning over the Wentworth dero. I Acres and Sherburne schools by the Referred to the committee on city ' to the schv..il departmer.t. traffic a request to reopen a State The buildings were purchased ~treet service station from George earl; •;r in the ;· ear by the city from Brown on councilman Pater~on's the rctlcral gJvernment, but have : motion. not been formally taken over by the Approved a motion by Councilman school department. John Leary that a request fr om AlThe cit.y manager also is to repha counc!I No. 83, Royal Arcanum, to rent a city-owned meeting hall quest authorization lo proceed with be turned over to the committee on his investigation of the municipal parking lot in the rear of the fire lands and buildings. Issued a proclamation on "Na- station. tional Employ the Physically H anIncluded in the agenda are petidicapped week.'' Allowed City Audi- tions for taxi permits, street }lghts, tor Wilfred E. Young to charge sev- use of the Community center; eral minor expenses to a contingent claims against the city; and the appointment of election Inspectors. fund. I I I I �- -- - - - - - - - - - ~ - - - ---- Pete·r son Fires Osborn In: City 'Reorganizati0n,' Names Nat Stevens to Job ISfreet Officia I Won't Take It Lying Down' o-t.J Clayton E. Oshorn was ousted to.1 day as city superintendent of streets and Nat S, Stevens, 48, who held the job here six years ago, WRS ' named to succeed him with the tltle or "superintendent or public works." City Manager Edward C. Peterson gave l\1r. Osborn his dismissal notice this morning 1tnd stated no reason for his Rction other than "reorganization of various city departments." He emphasized that Mr. Stevens• appointment Is "strictly probationary for six months," adding that ft would become permanent if the new superintendent proves satisfactory, Mr. Osborn said he "knew something was In the wind" but that he had received no definite word or ft until the city manager called him to his office today and banded him the letter or dlsmlssal. Obviously angered by the action, he told The Port1mouth Herald, "I won't take this lying down, You can bet on that." He said he knew of no reason for his ouster but supposed 1t was based on "that water business." Mr. Osborn was "in the mlddl~" or a recent controversy over the reported disappearance of 222,000,000 gallons of city water which Js alleged to be unaccounted tor in water department records. Mr. Peterson offered no comment on the dismissal, declaring, "It'll all in the letter." The appointment of Mr. Stevcns had the appearances of a case of municipal leap-frog-, tor ft was Stevens whom Osborn aucceedr.d when the latter be• came auperini«!ndent of the ■treet and. '11'.ater dep~tlmcnt ha 1 l\lr. Osborn·s dismissal wns ilated to take effect Ort. 11, at whirh time l\lr. Stevens will formally snccee1l J1im. Mr. Peterson·s letter to the ousted superintendent called upon him to make a physical Inventory "or all property that Is under your supervl.~lon----5ald Inventory to be filed with this office on Oct. 111' The Inventory wa., ordered, Mr. Peterson told Mr. Osborn, to protect "your Interests." TI1e letter opened with the declared reason for the dismlssal and read: "Due to the fact that I nm reorganizing the various city departments, I wish to Inform you that I am making a. new appointment to the position of superintendent of public work~ and th1tt your services will be tennlnatcd Oct, 11, 1948." Venting his resentment or the notice, Mr. Osborn said, "I might have known something was coming. Peterson hnsn't spoken to me In 40 days, except !or a few grunts on Sept. 23." He said hl5 orders had been re- Possible Buyer O18 Of Acres Seeks Council RuUng On Utilities Care A p1:ospectlve purchaser of Went' worth Acres Is to ask the city council tonight to clarify its position on the operation or utllltles in the housing project. Harold A. Pheeny, a Boston real estate counselor, Is to appear at a meeting at 5 pm to arrange for discussion of street maintenance, water supply and other facilities at the Acres, in the event the group he represents buys the project. At the present time, the federal government does Its own street, sewer and water main repair, It also polices the Acres. •In consideration of this, the city does not levy full tax value on the project, Four other matters to come before the meeting are the possible changing or the Ward 5 polling, place from city hall to the Community center; a communication from the Sherburne Civic association; the changing the Fleet street taxi stand; and a request from Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., !or permission to Install a sono-vlslon projector fn window of the McIntosh building, Congress street, during navy week. - ~ 1 D I The Portsmouth city council i3 to 1 "talk business" soon on the repair o! streets, water mains and sewerage at the Wentwol'tlh Acres. , l A representative or posslble buy- / ers of the 800-un!t housing project I asked the council by letter last night for a meeting. Harold A. Pheeny, a Boston realty counselor, said a group he represents ls "definitely interested" in purchasing the Acres but must know If tile city will agree to maintain the utllltles before taking action. A special committee, headed Councilman Richman S. Margeson, was Instructed to make arrangements for a meetIng of the council with Mr. Pheeny. by layed to him by the clty manager I "through office girls and everyone else but me." He declined to elaborate on his The utilities at the Acres are now statement Implying resistance to the maintained by the federal governdismissal. ment. "He (Peterson) ju~t lsn·t going to get away with it," he said. A recommendation from City Manager Edward C, Peterson for removal or three parking meters on the west 11lde of Fleet street to enlarge the taxi st:md was referred to () the parking and traffic committee for further ·study. Council to Discuss Toll Road iContract CONCORD, Oct. s (APl-Oov. Charles M . Dale and the executive council went Into a private session today to discuss the award of a contract for construction of the proposed $7,500,000 seacoast toll road. Counellor Carl E. Morin of BerJin asked for the private conference lifter the low bid ot Rn East Hartford, Conn., construction company, was recommended by the State Highway department. 1942. ' Morin told newsmen he wanted Mr. Stevens resigned his post to discuss with the other councilors here at that time to enter the em- the provisions to be made for bondploy of a private engineering finn ing the construction company. In Massachusetts. He later .served Highway commissioner Frederic as a resident engineer for the State E. Everett recommended that the of New HamP5hlre and became town/ contract be given to the Savin Conmanager of North Conway in 1946. structlon co. on Its low bid of $5,He first came to Portsmouth in 244,975 for bituminous macadam. 1939 when he was &pJ>Olnted a&lstant to Street Supt, David R. Smith, having been employed by the John ' Iafolla Construction company a.s an engineer. He relleved Mr. &nltb u ,uperlntendent in 1940 and remained in that job until Jus resignation two years later. i I Acres Purchase Awaits Decision His recommendation provoked Councilman WIIJlam J. Llnchey into the remark, "There are too many cabs in town now. Two or three large companies are grabbing all 1 the business and It's time we · straightened the whole matter out." ------ ~ Ousted Osborn I Fails to ·Submi · -~ Property Inventory Ousted Publlc Works Supt. Clayton E. Osborn left his duties Monday, falling to meet a city-owned Mr. Peterson said removal o! the 'property Inventory "deadllne" .set parking meters would enable cab for the same day, drivers to move along Fleet street City Manager Edward c. Petertoward the head of the taxi stand son said today that Osborn's dellnat Congress street without interferquency wa.s "his own baby." ence. "I ordered Osborn to make the Inventory solely for hfs proPermission for sono-vlslon showtection. If he doesn't eare to ings of official navy films during cover himself, there's nothlnr I .the observation ot Navy_ week was can do," the manager said, • approved by the council. However, Mr. Peterson said that Rear Adm. John H. Brown, Jr., Nat S. Stevens, who succeeded Os- , asked that the navy be allowed to born on Monday, is to make an Imshow the fiJms In the McIntosh mediate Inventory or all city-owned building, Congress street, at irregu-1 property In the publlc works delar intervals from 10 am to 10 pm [ partment. each day next week. Stevens was named as Osborn's ' 11uccessor by Mr. Peterson · earlier this month. - ~- �90 ... Collncil Fails to Act ,On Bridge Project Demand by Dondero Manager Seeks 0 v Solicitor's Advice In Osborn Case City Ma,nager Edward C. Peterson will consult his "lawyer'' before answering Clayton E. Osborn's charges that he Is an "inelticlent" municipal administrator. Mr. Peterson today said he would not comment on the former public works superintendent's verbal blast During the discussion of the until Monday when he confers with "This is the first time I've ever Maplewood avenue bridge, CouncilCity Solicitor Samuel Levy. said anything about the ordinances man Dondero repeatedly urged the And as far as a city council and I've never had to 'goad' this council "do something about il." hearing for the ousted Osborn council Into action," replied Mr. PeShe contended the people "on Is concerned, l'llr. Peterson terson. that side of town'' are "getting sick'' hasn't "thought much about it City Sollcltor Samuel Levy recof waiting· when the money Is availyet." ommended that such help as is able. It was earmarked by the counIn a recent letter to each memneeded ,to complete the revision be cil last year, she reminded. engaged, subject to approval by the Mrs. Dondero moved that "some ber or the council, Osborn criticized city council. His suggestion was Inaction be taken," but her motion was the city manager !or the "lack of knowledge and experience to tactcorporated in Councilman William lost for lack of a second. J. Linchey's motion to allow Mr. Councilman John J. Leary then fully hire and discharge employes." Osborn requested a city council Peterson to go ahead with the reasked I! Mr. Peterson had any hearing to air his opinions or Mr. vision. recommendations. The city manager treated the "None at this time," answered the Peterson, and a majority of the council expressed willingness to give council to a brie! preview of the city manager. Portsmouth in the years to come Mrs. Dondero then charged the him that opportunity. when he asked the council to allow hridge Is unsafe and that a "younghim to Investigate possible munister could easily fall through the ~ 0 cipal parking spaces. railing!' Envisioning the day when a new · Councilman Llnchey moved that ·city hall might be erected in the • if the bridge railing Is unsafe, the A fight by city ofl!clals for an r1ty manager be Instructed to check Parrott avenue area, along with ex· increase In the assessed valuation on it.'' pansion of the central fire station of the Wentworth Acres resulted In His motion was seconded by and other developments In that loa meeting yesterday of local, state 11 Mrs. Dondero on her feet pleaclcality, the city manager said all posand federal tax officials. ! ing, "That doesn't remedy the sible parking areas in the city Robert M. Herrick, chairman of situation. It's the duty of this should be studied. the board of appraisers said today council to carry on where last This again touched off the the results of the meeting could not year's left off, and the money volatile Mrs. Dondero, who urged be made public. was earmarked for the Ma11lethat the manager "shouldn't However, he explained the city is woor1 avenue bridge. concenh-ate his attention near still not satisfied wil-h the $1,200,000 The council received In stony the fire station parking lot, silence the remarks of Frederick W. valuation placed on the Acres, which was improved last year." !-Iarrington of 102 Dearborn _stre1;t which represents a $19,000 revenue The city solicitor mildly rebuked extension , who claimed the bndge 1s lo.ss. Last year the property was Mr. Peterson during the second dangerous "0:1 the left side going 1 appraised ac more than $2,000,000. over." reading of the salary ordinances. ·• we people on the 'Shore' deWhen Mr. Peterson suggested that ~erve consideration as much as any an ordinance granting raises to the other part of the city," he said. highway department be followed by "Why won't the council do somethe clause, "if money is available," thing?" Mrs. Dondero joined in. City Manager Edward C. PeterCity Solicitor Levy reminded him ''Will some member tell me?" son n ow has a municipal automothat the council "can't pass an 'if' on the suggestion of Councilman bile at his disposal. ordinance." Les ter R. Whitaker, Mr. Linch ey's He urged that the second reading motion to fix the railing was The man age r accepted delivery I be postponed "un Lil the financial amended to read, "or any other yesterd ay of a bl ack coupe, which picture is clearer." part," and was voted by the c?uncll. was bought by the city for official Mrs. Dondero fared better 111 her The solicitor's suggestion was folUSC. lowed by the council, which passed plea for the Maplewood avenue through second reading ordinances oridge than did the Rev. Taylor L. Mr. Peterson said the doors of the increasing the auditor's salary to Lee, pastor of the Church of ~ od car are lo Ile dccornLcct with the in Chri~t. who asked for permission $4.,000 annually, as of Sept. 15, and city's seal w, 1 hin a few days. incrnaslng the rate of pay to fire- tc solicit funds for his pastorate. 1 - -- - - - - - -- - --'·I've been refused twice," Mr. men. Moreover the fireman's wage hike Lee said. "Once when I wanted to ordinance was amended Lo be re- rnve a tag day and another tim e troactive to Jan. 1, 1948, meaning vhen I wanted to solicit funds. "I should have the right when a boost of $1,050 for Fire Chief Councilm an Dondero was defeated you give it to those who come George T. Cogan; $600 more annually when she tried to get the council to ; : from afar. I'm a citizen of this approve a tax discount for Dr. 1 for each ·or his two assistants; and town, 1iay taxes here anti yet $525 for the permanent meg. George W. Ewing of Malden, Mass., a I'm not allowed 1irivilcges i:-iven who sa id in a letter to the council The city manager was not alon~ In ~ others," he said. tha t he had not understood that the drawing of rebukes. He sketched the history and or- Sept. I was th e discount deadline. A communication from Maurice g-anization of his church and adThe doctor cla imed there were two E. Witmer, local architect, concern- mitted its numbers are few in Portsing additional improvements at the mouth but sa id it is powerful else- , dates on the tax bill malled to him and th a t he paid his bill under the public library, was ordered returned where. later one, Sept. 15. to him for a second time. The thick silence which followed Mrs. Dondero argued that as a Councilman Linchey snapped, Mr. Lee's remarks was broken by the "large taxpayer, he shoulcl be "Let l'llr. Witmer be imformed suggestion of Councilman Thomas given the benefit of the doubt" that we're interested in anyH. Simes that, •·we go on to Item 4 and that her position in the thing the library trustees have in the agenda." matter was sup11orted by the ~Peterson Given D ' ~ IGo-Ahead Power With Ordinances Councilman Mt1ry C. Dondero suffered a reverse at the hands o! her fellow councllmen last night when she was unable to stir them to "some kind o! action" on the proposed rebuilding of the Maplewood avenue bridge. I Apparently unmovecl by Mrs. Dondero's plaintive queries, the only concession the council would make was to vote the repair of any "dangerous' spots" in the roadway crossing the North MJJI pond. An attempt by the fo1mer mayor to get action on another of her "favorite" projects-the comfort station-died before she could get it well under way. Insisting that she wanted a report on the status of the comfort station, Mrs. Dondero was told by ' City Manager Edward C. Peterson that examinations for the positions or janitors and matrons had been held. . I l{e said . the six successful candt- j dates had been instructed to talle . physical examinations but that only flve have reported. Another appointment might have to be made, according to the manager. '"Can't we set a definite date for opening the health center?" demanded Mrs. Dondero. "I wouldn't dare to," calmly replied the city manager, ending the discussion as Mayor Cecil I'll. Neal gaveled the meeting on to the next item of business. Meanwhile, City Manager Peterson was given authority to proceed with a revision of the city ordinances. The manager said revision ls necessary to bring the ordinances in line with the administrative code and the merit plan. He continued, In obvious reference to a story l.tl a recent issue of The Port1mouth Herald, "I WOUid like to say that thls Js the first time I've brcfught this matter to the attention ot' ~the city councU." Interjected Mayor Neal, "I was about to ask you about that." Councilman Dondero then r;ad .a clipping of The Herald story I and asked, "Mr. Peterson, did you ever say you would 'goad' the council Into action? Did you ever bring the matter of the ordinances to our attention·?" Acres Revenue Fight Continues Peterson Gets c New City Car t·I to say in the matter, but do not care to hear from him." State Tax commission. �rP- e- terson 'I neff1·c1·ent,' ::S}? : : !:l~i:~~~r:~~~~~~;:E 'Osborn CI a1. ms. As l<s CO U n C• O r H e a r I n ,.. · with Mrs. Dondero on the rollsided call Only Councllman Whitaker vote requested by Mr. Lfnchey. poned untfl all "such requests can be put together in one bond Issue.'' ,. · He recommended that Patrick J , Murphy of 32 Partridge street be {) ')..,\ permitted to install postage stamp dispensers and that the city solicitor check a petition tr'om V. Mclnto~h of Pickering street before Mr. Mcnd Intosh be allowed to fill in a portion of waterfront at South Mill a Plckerlng streets. His recommendations were adopted by the council. The council also approved the ~ale of city-owned land, which had been advertised for bid.5. Mr. Peterson said the bids totaled $3,350, compared to $1,134 owed the city in taxes on st the various propertie!'. I 51 acres In theLarge Banf1e roa dparce area_slfdngle -was bid in t:y John000 Iafolla, $l °' c,i, $,11o11o, ! • ~ 1 Portsmouth Herald stating that the j city manager had made a great dls/ f Orme r Off•IC I•a I f Complains O Unfair Ouster He reiterated his contention tha~ • / covery. This item also stated figures the city manager had issued wrong and percentages which were lncor,/figures in the matter and that the , rect. "correct" ones were "avallable 1n the water office and were public information." He expressed his persona] observatlon that the city manager sys' tern of government "may work and has worked" but added, "It must be headed by a man of experience and abillty." "Also," he said pointedly, "be I The first blow of a personal o!tensive against City Manager Edward C. Peterson lrns been struck I by Clayton E. . Osborn, was k as who fired week before last superin- "I Immediately went to Mr. Peter, son's office and asked him what it all added up to, since on several occaslons I had talked with him 1n regard to Items that the water department was not compensated for, as I had gone over this several times with key employes of the water depart- , ment and had taken a typed list to Mr. Peterson. local contractor, tendent of public wor s. must have enough fortitude to "I asked Mr. Peterson If lie wasn't It was learned today that Mr. do something without having ft trying to make out that he was over- · Le.y npo,led O.bo,n h>• " " " ' ' " " a 1,t1,, to all ok,yot by ,omoon, ""•'" lh,t ly bdllfant and that ,II othern w&e the council could appropriate members of the city counc1l, chargthere fs no opportunity for him stupid. I explained to him that the money to aid the Portsmouth Ing th,e city manager with "inefflto make a mistake." water department makes out an Chamber of Commerce In its clency' and asking that he be given "In many Instances," he sald, Mr. annual report to the Public Service J>lans for a special Christmas a. hea~lng by the councll to prove Peterson has proceeded with mun!- commission and that on this report , ,lisplayOon city streets. his pomt. . cl pal business In such a way that Is shown the water pumped, metered 1 H I ruled that the Veterans He complained of havmg "he can never be left open for and percentage and that his figures h Wm '" mporulble '"' .... ""'"'"' '" "th, '"'"' e,ltlehm" we,, lnoom,t. If h• wl•h'<l th,,.,. oh ore!011Pgte n ance of their cltv-owned treatment" Mr. Osborn's letter was dated rect figures, they were available 1n, l e ma · ·t· I by Jthe • city f timanager "I k e Parrott avenue, "both inan11 er• 1c zecl 11m or _•e ac October 11, but was not postmarked I the water office and were public ln- J side and OU e. . d d. h horn tsid , or knowledge ancl experience to until Oct. 19. It ls believed to have formation and that all key employes 1 1 I ,, hire an t d offt the council- are famlliar with these reports. ' A reso u tf o1 from the city auditor tactfully isc arge reacher:! I the hands transfering an unexpended $313 emp oyes. men on Y yes er ay a ernoon. "The next day, WHEB and The from an appropriation for the purHe made vindictive referen~es to It was not known whether Mr. Portsmouth Herald asked me what chase of a building for the highway his controversy with Mr. Pe erson Peterson has knowledge of the letter, my reaction was to the article. I department to unappropriated ac- over alleged water losses In the city and the city manger was not avail- I gave them a very brief statement t as referred to the city solicl- water department and asserted that s.ble for comment today. His secre- which was never disputed by anycoun s wi nves ti ga tlon · the manager broke tor for t ·th him t a·t1muLual h Id " agree-" tary wa.s reticent as to his whereO WI 1 0 Councilman Roland I. Noyes said men WI ~ews. abouts. stating only, "He won't be one. he understood the building cost ' b Suchhtanb agtrcbemendt, ~e sta1,,' w~ds ln today." $ 20 000 "From that day on, I began receivto rouglit a th ou Y a tcsire, O avoit" The full text of Mr. Osborn's ing the silent treatment, which was "an even , " and he wanted ' know why there was "an odd amount a sp int , de presten gtod\fernmt en . letter follows: on Aug. 20. I approached Mr. PeterI ft " The wa er epar men spu e was "It Is my understanding that son while I was burning the skating of Inmoney eb lovers. the councll voIndicated as the main basis of Mr. some members of your b""" are not other us ne~ • l I ti · t th VU# rlnk on Greenland road Sept. 23 and ted to: Osborn s recr m na ons agnms e fully acquainted with the latest ac- this forced a few words from him. Approve an additional taxi per- city ma~ager. , . tlon taken by the city manager, ln He called me on Oct. 2 because he mlt for Fred I. Seavey, after InReferring to th e managers ie-1 which I was Involved. Therefore, I feared that the city yard would not vestigation by the parking and lease of a news story concerning the am taking this opportunity to Jnbe covered by a watchman. Then trafflc committe"!. water shortage allegations, he said form you of the facts. again on Oct. 4, when he felt so sorRefer ,to the street light com- he had asked Mr. Peterson at the - - - ·- ry and regretted he had to let me mlttee a petition for a street light time "It he wasn't trying to make "Arter the present mayor and go. on Woodbury avenue. out that he was overly brilliant and council were elected, Mayor Neal "I am enclosing a copy of the letRefer to the city manager a pet!- tl1at all others were stupid." came to me and asked me to stay ter handed me by the city manager tion to change the drainage grade on as superintendent until the arwhich he explained. on Vaughan street. rival of the city manager. At that "If the manager to whom you are Refer to the claims committee for time I informed Mr. Neal that the paying $8,500.00 annually, p I us investigation a claim filed by Paulsalary paid to the superintendent transportation and expenses (the lne Dudgeon for lnjuries allegedly of publlc works was not sufflcieut city manager receives $8,000 a year st suffered In a fall on Chapel reet. compensation for the responslbU!- -Ed.) lacks the knowledge and exn Refer to the city m,mnger athcl ties, as there had been no change in perience to tactfully hire and dis- , city solicitor a petition from e salary for several years. charge employes as he has shown Publlc Service commission concern"With the arrival of the city manin this instance, I am glad that I Ing the Seacoast toll road. ager. r was aiain asked by Mr. Approve a petit.lon for ll5C o! the - - - - -. am no longer a nemploye or the rd Community center by the Go on Refer to the parking and traffic , 1 Peterson to stay on as superlnten- Clty or Portsmouth. I think you wlll agree, after reading Mr. Peterc. Renner po.st, DL~ablcd American committee requests that tax! cabs dent of public works. I explained to 1 son's letter, that I ..was_not given Veterans. be banned from parking in Fleet him that the salary was Inadequate Accept the report of the plumb- , street driveways, that no parking and he informed me that If I would any conslderatl one else so that there 1s no opthink his metho portunity for hlm to make a mising inspector. be allowed in Raltt's court, and wait until he had famlllarlzed him- ample to be set take. In many instances when Pay United States government that the Fleet street taxi stand be self with the Job and things had "Let It b th things have been called to his at$960 for half of the funds advancccll abolished. started rolllng, that "I could wrlte e tentlon, it 1s either referred back for alteration plans at the llbrary. Refer to the cemetery committee a my own ticket." th that I do not to the superintendent, or the city : Refer to the city solicitor e request that the fence at the Pleas"I was Instructed not to give out super~t~~dent council for their approval so that he preparation of a,, resolution any news and Informed that he, Mr. reques nd to turn ant street cemetery be repaired. op can before youre hon Is ,.never be left open for critlthe Wentworth Acres a SherRe!usr. free use of the Community Peterson, would do likewise. This plain th my posit! c m. burne schools over t.o the use of e center by the city band. was necessary fn order to avoid a Very truly Yours, 1 Accept a report from the parking spilt Jn the present government. Also the Jnefflcl school board. city manager. '11 . CLAYTON E. OSBORN I Refer to the city manager a pe- and traffic committee approving Everything went ' along fine until, I and has · workecr,ount-must be/ · tition for a sewer in Raltt's court. gasoline storage space for George on Aug. 20, my attention was called headect by a man wlth experience Brown at 58 State street. to an ltem which appeared fn The and ablllty. Also he must have 1 Refuse use of Franklin Pierce hall enough forL!tude to do something to the Royal Arcanum. without having It ckayed by somef· I f; '.' I I I ! I I �.... Council Majority Willing To Give Osbol'it Hearing A ma.jorlty of the city councll today was wllling to let Clayton E. Osborn air his opinions of City Manager Edward C. Peterson at a formal hearing. Five of the councilmen definitely expressed agreement to Mr. Osborn's request of yester' da.y, while two were opposed to the Idea and t'j'l'O others declined to state their attitude. · The question of the hearing arose yesterday when The Ports· mouth Herald disclosed the eontents of a letter which Mr. Osborn wrote to all members of the council, charging the city manager with "inefficiency" and unfair dealings. "Osborn was responsible to me • and to no one else," Peterson asserted. Most outspoken of the councilmen was Thomas H. Simes, who expressed the general tenor of the majority feeling: "Of course we have no jurisdiction, but I would be glad to hear him and he should be accorded the privilege of speaking." He pointed out, however, that the personnel advisory board, which was created by the present charter, "should be his proper recourse." ' "But if Mr. Osb'o rn does speak," he added, "it must be understood that I have the right to amwer him. "I might explain that, at first, i thought he (Osborn) was a poor, mistreated man-until I perambulated the city streets and saw the conditions that ' exlsted, Then he blasted all my faith in him." Mr. Simes then remarked emphatically, "as a councilman, I serve the public. Those city employes who do not, get no favor from me." Th e councilman's willingness to hear Osborn was the view shared by Councilmen Mary C. Dondero, William J. Linchey, John J. Leary and Richman S. Margeson. Mayor Cecil M. Neal said he believed the council had "no Jurisdiction In the matter." In this Mayor Neal was seconded by Councilman Lester• R. Whitaker, who asserted the "council ls not supposed to mix Into such matters, according to charter. It's the city manager's business and we have a personnel advisory board Mr. Osborn can appeal to, If he wishes." Councilman Margeson agreed • that Osborn's case "Is actually up to Mr. Peterson." He said, "The cou~cll has little or nothing to do with hiring or tiring under the present char~e!: Council to Treat Osborn D l~, , Complaint as Routine The city council will act tomorrow night on a letter from Clayton E. Osborn, dismissed public works superintendent, in which he asks for a council hearing on his ouster. Mayor Cecil M. Neal announced the meeting today but gave only a vague indication of what the council would do with Osborn's request. He said Mr. Osborn had not been invited to attend the meeting as it was intended to handle the matter "merely as a routine communication to the council." Mr. Osborn reported he had not been informed o! the meeting and would not attend a council session, unless invited. In his letter to each individual councilman, Mr. Osborn took issue with the manner in which he had been fired . and criticized what he termed City Manager Edward C. Peterson's "inefficiency." Mr. Osborn also expressed the opinion the city manager system could work but the manager must be a man with "enough fortitude to do something without having It okayed by .some one else." The former superintendent wrote that he did not desire to be returned to his job. I The council also Is scheduled to hold a second reading of the highway and water department salary ordinances and to have a third reading of the fire department salary , ordinance. I! passed by the council the Increases granted the fire department are to be retroactive to Jan . 1, 1948. Other items ofi the agenda !or 7:30 pm tomorrow are: (1) A report from the ordinance commlttee. (2) A reading or the administrative code. (3) Request by the navy to extend the showing o! sono-vision at the McIntosh block, Congress street, for one more day. (4) A communication o! the municipal airport lease. (5) A communication from the North church. (6) A petition for a tag day, flied by the Parents music club. Councilman Balks At 'Name-Calling' In Osborn Rowo 11 "llowt,ver, I personally am agreeable to Jetting him appear but I feel that he shoulcl first use t.he machinery set up in the personnel aclvisory board." Councilman Dondero said flatly, "He should be allowed to speak. It's ;i. privilege that should be accorded any dtizen." A conviction that the council has no jurisdiction in the matter was expressed by Councilman Linchey but he adcled, "I'd like him to get his grievances , off his chest." Councilman Leary said, "I'm In favor of hearing him." Two councilmen, Roland I. Noyes and Frank • E. Paterson, were non~committal. · Mr. Paterson wanted more time "to think the matter tlTrough," Although he did add that he believed It was "a matter for the personnel advisory board." The Portsmouth city council ls scheduled to act tonight on Clayton E. Osborn's request for a hearing on his recent dismissal as public works superintendent. Osborn, fired from his job Oct. 11 by City Manager Edward C. PeLerson , charged the manager with "inefficiency" in a letter sent to each councilman. Although the council as whole i3 reticent as to how it will handle the matter, there is some feeling today that Osborn will be asked to file definite charges before being granted a hearing. A councilman exprcshed his opinion thusly: "If there's anything to Osborn's complaint, we should know it. But there's no sense having him come down for a name-calling contest." The council also is to hold readings on salary Increase ordinances for the fire, highway and water departments. The first reading or the Adminls. tratlve code has also been planned for the 7:30 meeting tonight. �.. . ,nr· t '.'--- ' · ·- 93 City Council Passes 'Buck' Back to Osborn . Demands Specific Charge Against Peterson ~~ ---~,~=~ I l The "buck" was passed back t o * - - - --_ Before Mr. Peterson could former public works superintendent However, councilman Frank E. . Mrs. Dondero immediately de-1 complete his answer, "No ~ Clayton E. Osborn by the city coun- Paterson said, "There's one good I ma n cted, "What .has th e wearing have-," Mayor Cecil M. Nn · ell last night when it voted to deny reason why we didn't put It at ap_parel of the, council to d,o with ruled the manager did not have him an immediate hearing on his Jan. 1 we didn't have the money. tlm; matter? 'Ihe fact I don t wear I to answer the question. ouster but left the way open for A pet !tion from the North church trousers does not exclude me from ' In a brief exchan.ge, Mrs. Dondero th e council." him to present formal "lncompe- warden.-; asking that the sale of · Insisted on an answer but the mayor nd th tency" charges against City Man- Christma~ trees In the vicinity of She conte ed at such remarks gaveled her to silence and brought ager Edward C. Peterson. the chmch be banned was referred were "out of 0rd ~r" a nd th at :~ the que,tlon to a vote. In a stormy session the council to the city manager for action. citizen had th e ng,ht of appea Mrs. Dondero was the lone disth e cou n cil. Ignored Councilman Mary C. DonAgain Mrs. Dondero voicc£1 senter that Mr. Osborn should file dero's plea that "every citizen has a her 011position to the general will "I'm not afraid to have Osborn formal charges before being heard right to be heard" and agreed with of the council. come before th e council. I believe ; by th!' council. Councilman Tho~M H. Simes that "\Vhy don't they give a reaIn_ fair play, whe th er It be for ' The heated debate on the Osborn the rlg'ht to ":hire and dismiss emson for wanting to stop the sale fne nd or enemy. matter keynoted the meeting. Mayor "If I were the city manager ployes" lies with the city manager. of trees. l think the trees re, ' Neal and Mrs. Dondero again Jocked I Mr. Simes led the movement fleet the Christmas spirit," she cl make Osborn explain his re. horns when the council set Nov. 9 lTh,'\rks about the water departto guarantee Mr. Osborn "a, ec;1iuc~c·h "~oretes~'t a~~n tht~e Ns~~~ ment figures; rc1 make him ex' for a publlc hearing on the salary speedy hearing," if the ousted 0rd inances. " plain what he meant in a racllo superintendent pr c pares, in walk, the people do." broadcast when he said the city Councilman Dondero asked that a writing, charges to back up his Mr. Llnchey asked Councilman manager lied." "little more courtesy be shown the assertion in a letter to the counDondero. "Would you like to have Mrs. Dondero flatly charged her members of the council." She said cil that Mr. Peterson is "ineffl'.recs :,old in front of your property?" fellow councilmen with Interference that It had been "highly discourtecient.'' Hc continued, "I believe the church in hiring and firing of employes. ous" to the League of Women Voters "And I'll be the first to move Mr. \ins been very patient. In fact, I "How was It that Osborn was ap- . and the Business and Professional ; Peterson's dismissal 1! Mr. Osborn Clo\1't know of another church In pointed within a week of Mr. Peter- Women's club t o hold a meeting th e substantiates his charges," Council- Portsmouth which would have tolerson's arrival? He couldn"t have same night those organizations were man Simes promised . atrd it all these years." known him well enough to make an having a forum for public office canMr. Osborn said today he "would I The legally-minded Mr. Simes appointment, so the council has al- dictates. have to think over the council's ac- : pointed out to Mrs. Dondero, "The ready broken the charter. Snapped Mayor Neal, "I'm not a tion before making a statement.'' n~ople have the right of passage on "Let's bring It all out in the open. candidate for any office." After settling the Osborn issue, '-the s1·dewalks, but the city cannot "We11 , I am, " rep II ed th e Ia d Y We would be very lax if we did not," I the council passed on first reading o:·ant soace on them to Individuals." she concluded. councilor, "but I came here. In fact, an ordinance Increasing City Soll- 1· It "'a·s Mr. Simes who opened the " Mrs. Dondero was answered by I f ee1 r s h ou Jd . b e gIven cons Id eraci tor Samuel Levy's salary from discussion of the Osborn letter, prefCouncllm,m Simes, who repeated tlon when these meetings are called, $1,800 to $2 ,500. acing his remarks with the statehis statement that he urged a as you give other members." The action followed lengthy di s- ment, "I shall speak very slowly, so speedy hearing, Jf proper oharges Reading of the administrative cusslon of a "minority report" sub- that the members of the press wlll are presented, and "I'll give Osborn code was delayed on the recommenmltted by Mr. Simes, chairman of not have the excuse they could not every chance to prove Mr. Peterson datlon of the city solicitor. the committee on ordinances. which 'hear me clearly.' " Inefficient. If he does, I'll move Mr. 1 Mr. Levy said that 'many provirecommended the wage boost. He continued, "I've read Mr. OsPetnson's dismissal as city man- ', slons are In conflict with existing orA majority report from the com- born's letter with great care and ager.'' I dinances and that these must be comlttee continued the present salary have two points to make. He went on, "When I referred to . ordinated. but approved $200 annually for ex"First," Mr. Simes said, "the emthe eight members of the council, I Councilman Lester R. Whitapenses. ployment or discharge of Mr. Oswas referring to the public press, ker, with a sharp glance at the However, Mr. Simes' minority re- born Is a matter "wholly within the whlch has editorially referred only press table, said that critics of port was adopted by a 6 to 3 vote, jurisdiction of the city manager." to the males on the council.'' the city manager could "easily although Councilman WIiiiam J. He argued that if discharged emStubbornly MI'S. Dondero clung see" where the city manager put Linchey argued, "We're paying an ployes are to come before the counto her argument, "The council has in his time, if they considered ample salary. It was Increased by cil with their grievances, the counno right to refuse anyone a hearthe work involved in preparing 50%1 only two years ago.'' \ ell wlll be proceeding "contrary to ing.'' the 36-page code. Mr. Simes countert>d, "Port~the charter." Equa;Jy tenacious, Mr. Simes reMr. Simes capitalized on that opmouth is a $1.000,000 business I "A serious assertion has been iterated, "It's not in the power of enlng to remark that he could not 1 and we're paying meager salmade that we have an incom. the council to reinstate. The charter see how the city could afford to have specifically provides that the city the administrative code published in arl· es to our employee. , If -e " petent cIty manager. or as some continue to do so, we'll get only writer In the local press said, •a 1 manage:: may hire or dismiss, un- the local newspaper under the "high Inferior people to work for us. dangerously Incompetent city less religion, politics or race are rates.'' "A hostile press Iambasts us manager.' the cause. "Not long ago I advertised an every time we do anything and the "Mr. Osborn sh O u I c:1 file "We the council, should be th e auction In the local newspaper and Cl first know If Mr. Peterson is I'm stlll being criticized by my sollcltor has helped us avoid tl111t. chargc 3 against Mr. Petcrs~••1-s, 11 !11efficient and Osborn sha have clients for the more than $100 I As a lawyer, I wouldn 't take the job at $5,000 a year.'' on "·hlch we <'an ren1le1· a every opportunity to prove It. But paid for the ad. What It will cost to 1 will not consent to an ex parte publish the code, I'm sure I don't 11 1l<'<'dy nncl Just decision.'' The council brought joy to the Portsmouth nre department by CouncUman Simes added, that, If \rial of. th e city ~ anager. (An ex I know," he said. passing on third and nnal reading and when, Clayton E. Osborn preparte tnal was defmed b~ CouncilThe meeting then adjourned but man S1mes today as a one-Sided not before Mrs. Dondero had the di ti b t ti I sents such charges In proper form, an or nance-gran ng su s an a trial.'') opportunity to bring up the matter pay hikes to all grades. "I shall move for a hearing and h b d th t nd lman L Inc ey O serve 1 1 1 t 1 Cou a of A salary Increase-from $2,500 to g ve 1 m every oppor un ty to prove he had been one of the councilmen tlon.the stlll unopened comfort sta$3,000-was voted on nrst reading his nccusatlons." Id h l h d wh o had prev 1ous1Y sa e ws e She asked Mr. Peterson when 1t H e sn Id ti1e counc II h ad been charto the tax collector. Also on first Osborn reading, a $400 b006t for the o1•rrac t er Ize d - " or a t Ieas t eIg h t mem" t I·11tod appear. b t I I b llev that Is to be made available to the I sh Id o, u f a so seer of the poor was approved, In- bers I1ave"-as bcIng "I ncompe t en t h ees ebefore public and he replied, "I think grunters and groaners.'' he s ou pre er c arg only fair, about the first of the month." · l hi 1 $ 1 800 t creas ng s sa ary o , . coming down here. It's An ordinance-delayed at the last "Portsmouth should thank God," , both to Peterson and to Osborn. we Councilman Dondero replied, "I'd meetlne"-grantlng a "general 10 % he said passionately, "that it has It w I heard It wasn't to be opened until th1 hav e no ngemployes," to do w he h said. r ng or after the election neilt Tuesday and lncrease " t o c ItY yar d emp Ioyes was such men on the council and I'm discharging passed on second reading. This proud to be one of them. It will The irrepressible Mrs. Dondero I guess I heard rightly." ordinanre was made retroactive to be one of the happiest days of my a~ked the city manager 1f he obIn other business, } he council 'Jan· 1' 1948 · life when I return to pri vate life." to·· ' • ' · jected to Mr. Osborn coming before voted . Mrs. Dondero urged that the city yard 1ncrtase6 a.lao date back to the !Jrst of the year. I I 0 to l �Gtant the Parents Music club a·· the first Saturday 1n tag day on IMay. on·· 1y Four·Attend Council Wrestles 4 Council s·lates- ~. \\o C\4 With Acres Tax,(l, Hearing Tonight on Comfort Station Parking at Hotel Public Hearin\lo On Salary Hikes Pass on final reading an ordinance setting the auditor's salary at $4,000 as of Sept. 15, 1948. Extend to Oct. 30, the navy's 1 showing of films In the window of I Portsmouth's tax problem involv~e McIntosh block, Congress street. I A public hearing on four salary ing operation of Wentworth Acres A public hearing on an ordinance Refer to the airport commission · ordinances was held almost In soli- ls to be aired tonight by City Manfor a report a request from Skyha- ; tude last night by the Portsmouth ager Edward C. Peterson at a reg- to change State street parking reguen, Inc., that !ts lease be trans- city council. Only four spectators ular meeting of the city council In lations in the vicinity or the Rockcity hall. Ingham hotel is .. to be held by ~he attended. The problem centers on the gov- I'ortsmc,uth city coµucll at '1:30 toferred to the Hampton Airport Co. The lack of public Interest in city ernment's demand that the project r Refer to the city solicitor for In- affairs was deplored by Councilman tax valuation be lowered from $2,- night. Thomas H. Simes. who remarked, , vestlgation a. request from the State 200,000 to $1,000,000. The ordinance calls for the In"These 01·dlnances Involve the peo1.hlghwa.y department for access to That would mean a. loss of ple's money and this ls a time when about $20,000 to the city on the 11:.tlllalhm of three more parking • the Sherburne school grounds dur• taxpayers should be Interested." I ' \1ng the construction of the to:. Income from the Acres. meters In front of the hotel annex • • • Several conferences have been and other restrictions on parking road. NO PROTEST was offered by the held on the difficulty and Mr. Pe- I :n the area. Pass on first reading an ordinance granting a salary Increase of $250 nearly silent audience to proposed I terson's report is expected to deal I In ad:lit!on, the council ls to conthe public librarian, raising her pay hikes to the city solicitor, over- II with them. Two other Issues on the city s, d er t he poss1'bl e purchase of 1and wages to $2,350. Lesser raises are to seer of the poor, tax collector and librarians. ·, manager's agenda are expected to ln vau!(han street from George be granted her assistants. Councilman Richman s. Marge- be glvEn close attention by the ·-. Savramls,· appoint a. committee to son, presiding ln the absence of .:ounc II • Mayor Cec!l M. Neal, quickly read The first is a long-awaited report work with the National Council o! each ordinance, asking for com- on the comfort station and the Amer!c,m Education: discuss two ment. SE>Cond a :eport on the Maplewood requests for abatement of sewer Only the ordinance calling for an av~u~ bn1ge. fees; and consider a request from 1 annual Increase of $500 to the tax e com ort st ation has been an the naval reserve for use of the th collector brought Wllllam Murphy to argumentlve "football" for e coun- Community center. . his feet to reca]] that Councllman · I ci! on previous occasions and the · City Manager Edward C. PeterSimes had once said he "would not · bridge <tlso Is a controversial issue. ,. The last Item on the council's Mn outlined qualifications of a city do the tax collector's work for the · P.genda ls for a. report of the city manager and explained various functions of the councll-manager form salary of $2,500." ' sollcltor on the disposal of the of government for 50 members of i Not so silent were the councilmen, • city asphalt plant. the Un1ta-rlan-Universallst Laymen's however, after Mrs. Mary C. Do11- ; league and their Temple Israel guests dero suggested that ln view of the j Wednesday night. poor attendance, "surely we can \\ as citizens on these ordlnThe role o! a city manager, he said, Is suborolnwte to the city A proposed Increase of $400 to the ! council and mayor. A publlc hearing on four ordinanThe appointment of John o. overseer of the poor escaped council : ces proposing salary increases for comment but Councilman Simes various city officials is scheduled for Loughlin as the Portsmouth city "A city manager," he added, "carqueried· the raises suggested for the ries out the policy determined by tomorrow at 7:30 pm by the city council's personal representative in librarians. the council. Te must remain in the negotiations with the federal govcounc!l. He said that as a. boy he had background, out of the llmellght." ernment over the Wentworth Acres One of the ordinances already worked !n the library solely for the Mr. Peterson described, "the press" advantage to be gained In getting causing controversy within the coun- housing project is to be acted on as a principal segment ot community cil-calls for a $700 pay hike for City tonight at a spec:iai meeting. books. llfe and added, "the press should Then he added, "But I suppose Solicitor Samuel Levy from $1,800 to Mr. Loughlin, a former governrefrain from placing the manager $2,500. ment employe, :net with the countimes have changed." In the limelight or drawing him Into A 1econd ordinance ls Intendcil las t night at an informal session Again Mr. Simes arose when the arguments or political squabbles to raise the pay of the public to discuss the city's problems In ordinance to increase the city solithat serve no purpose." librarian from $2,100 to $2,350 de_al_ing with the Public Housing adcitor's pay from $1,800 to $2,500 was Mr. Peterson said the city should and lesser pay boosts for her asm1111strat1on . Tonight's meeting is discussed. be looking toward development of sistants. scheduled for '1 o'clock. He said he had recommended an Its harnor construction of a new !ncrea~e to the -solicitor in a. minAlso to be aired are ordinances inhigh school, and eventually a sewority report from the ordinance creasing the tax collector'.s salary age disposal .system to Include the committee because he "looked" at the : from $2,500 to $3,000 and the overentire community. matter as a lawyer. seer of tli.e poor tr.om $1,400 to $1,800. Prestdent Rwymond F. Blake in• • troduced the city manager. The The proposed increase to the city "THE CITY PAID the solicitor ' solicitor passed on first reading at meeting was held In the South $300 in 1898 when I first started the Oct. 28 meeting. It was based on i'burch auditorium and was featurpractice. It was a political plum for a minority report submitted by ed by a chicken supper. which the solicitor had little to do Councilman Thomas H. Simes which to ~l\rn his mopey. was adopted instead of a ma.jorlty "Today it ls a different story. He report recommending no Increase Jn ' is called on repeatedly to make desalary but $200 ln expense money. cisions involving half a dozen contradictory statutes." He concluded, "Because of my lP• feelings In the matter I shall ask Today is the deadline for municiIt was moving day in city hall to be excused from voting when the pal department heads to file 1949 budget request.s. ordinance comes up for second yesterday. City Manager Edward C. Peterreading." City Manager Edward C. PeterImmediately, Mrs. Dondero de- son moved into new quarters, son said the complete budget must manded that each member "stand formerlty occupied by Bullding Inbe ln the hands of the council by by his convictions and not ask to spector James Whitman and the Dec. 1. The city charter allows lihe army r~rruiting staff, on the second be excused from an Issue." council untll Feb. 27, 1949 to give Councilman Frank E. Paterson floor. its approval. Mr. Whitman and James 0. Petsaid that some members of the If not appr:>ved by the council t!grew. overseer of the poor, sh!tted council had "heard" of opposition by Feb. 27, the budget goes into eftheir belongings to Mr. Peterson's to an increase for the solicitor. fect as It ls wriliten. Mrs. Dondero pointed out to him one-room headquarters on the first · that a public hearing was being held tloor. And the police commission esbµt no pne had appear~d to "voice , tablished an office In Mr. Petti-\ I that_ opposition." r ew's fo'" ner quarters on the first lI I - --City Manager (1l'Y'. Describes Job for Laymen s League I ' I:~:!. . i Pub1·1c Hear·1ng on pay Ra1ses • ./\~, Due Tomorrow /2d • I Budget Request~/> Deadline Today ·~terson Moves (o New Office I I I I Council to Pick Acres Delegate' J �- - ----- - - ----------- - --···---·- ·- ----· ~ She then move~ ;a,t no more work! be ·done unitll the study of the pla,~ I had been made by the council. . This was objected to by Council' man Paterson on the grounds that the work being done had to be completed before cold wea,ther. Mrs. Dondero asked the cHy manager if he Is an engineer antl Mr. Peterson answered, "I have a ticket that says so." "Then why can't a study be made?" asked Mrs. Dondero. The city manager said that it might be well for the council to in_.. I vestigate the plans. In fact, the '1\-') . whole area up there needs study, he * 1-H=""""'a_ro...,.ld-c--·A. Pl-1e-cney, Bost~n re~l-1 "I intend to bring a recommenda- said. "There are constant complaints tor, ar_ranged for the ~eetmg with tion to the council on It," Mr. Levy a special council committee. explained. "I believe it will settle on North M!ll pond sewerage," Mr. Peterson ex,plained, "and a long , 1 Mr. Pheeney Informed the coun- \ the matter satisfactorily:" ell recently that he represented , f d uilty range plan to eliminate that ·should ISCUSSIOn persons "definitely" Interested In The Panarese were o_un g . be studied." buying the housing project. Aug. 23, 1945, of vlolatmg a city Finally, Mrs. · Dondero withdrew , A study of the two-year old plans In connection with the Acres ordinanr.e peTtalning to jun~ yards. 1' her motion to block further work for rebuilding the Maplewood ave- City Manager Peterson reported They appealed to the superior court at the bridge until after a study nue bridge over the North Mill pond th~t meetings had been held with and the 1·e the case has rested for Rnd moved simply that the council was ordered last night by the Ports- representat.ives of the federal gov- the past three ye1trs. make a study. mouth city council. ernment in an effort to get an "upCity Manager Peterson In a. In other business the council The decision climaxed a year- .?Jard adjustment" of the present report to the council recomvoted to: mended that a soot and ash long effort by Councilman Mary C. valuation on the project. Permit the New Hampshire Another meeting Is planned for control Investigation be conDondero to get her fellow councilductrd by himself and the city men to recognize what she termed. the near future, Mr. Peterson added. Tuberculosis association to hold a The long unopened comfort stasolicitor. the "dangerous condition of the tag day on Dec. 4. tion In Porter st.reet is a "little He said that the neighborhood bridge." Deny the request of the Church of the New Hampshire Gas and Mrs. D_o ndero has maintained nearer" being ready for public use, ' of the Wayside Army for permisaccording to Mr. Peterson . Electric Co., plant on Daniels 1 that plans have been mp.de and sion to solicit funds. \ He 1,aid he had planned to open street was continually shower"should, at least, be studied before Refuse Rose Hagerty's request to It Nov. 1 but discovered that fixeel with ashes and soot. we continue with temporary ImturEs of various kinds were not The manager also recommended erect a sign on Richard's avenue. provements." Permit Louder ' Matossian to r eady and would have to be in- that a petition for sewerage In the stall('d. d i transfer a sign to his new place of During the discussion, Cif.y Essex avenue area be include n I\Ir~. nondero jibt'd. "H's too Manager Edward C. · Peterson t.n e city 's over-all sewerage pro- business on Daniels street. bad those fixtures coulfln't urged the study with a view to Approve use of the Plains school gram. h:we been ready before clcceventually filling In the North An ordinance authorizing the in- ; building by a Cub pack sponsored tion." Mill pond, thus making a britlge stallation of three parking meters by the Lafayette PTA. Demanded Mr. Simrs, "Why? unnecessary. Refer to the city manager a petIn the vicinity of the Hotel RockWrre the elcctorn In nerd? " ingham, state street, passed on first \ ition from Harold R. Garland to The city manager nwnn ged to The council found itself soarring reading. , buy a city-owned lot. with a clever bargainer when it work In, during the laughter that Another ordinance granting pay , ' Deny a tax exemption claim from denied the petition of the P'.lrts- foll owed , the exolanation that part mouth District Nursing association of the second floor office space al- · hikes to city yard workers, retroac- Julius Jakuslk. tive to July 1, 1948, was passed on that it be allowed to buy gas for read y Is occupied by the state pubAccept a report from Plumbing cars at the tax free city yard lic health nurse. third and final reading. Inspector Clement R. Moulton and City Solicitor Sn murl Levy wns The discussion of the Maplewood · a check for $41.70 . . pumps. Instruct.eel to lnvcstiga tc the lega lit.y avenue bridge Improvement was Mrs. E . Curtis Matthews, repre contribute $500 to the Chamber of a bonus to ward election offistarted by the city manager when of Commerce's Christmas lighting senting the association, Immediately clal1;. he reported that the westerly side- program. offered to "settle" for an appropriaMrs. Dondero contended , "Most of walk had been ripped up and was tion, Instead of the right to bu y Overrule the city manager's rethrm work long hours for only $8 as gasoline when City Solicitor Samuel under repair. . commendation that Carlton Moreau part of their duty as citizens." 1 councilman Dondero went into \ be granted permission to build a Levy told the council such money Whereupon. Councilman Lester R. action lmmediEttely. could be appropriated legally. flight of steps at 25-27 Franklin ; Whitaker observed, "If such is the "Why just fix the sidewalks?" she i street. The city manager told the council case, It might be well not to pay asked. that gas sold to the association them Rnythlng for doing what is Refuse the installation of a light "We're just wRstlng money when on Islington · s~reet as requested by would have to come out of the street but their duty."• sooner or later the whole structure department allowance and would · Roland B. Hanscom. The Instruction to Mr. Levy ,,·as will have to be rebuUt. The last necessitate an appropriation to use ngreccl upon after Councilman Frank Bid $200 for the Woodbury avecouncil paid good money for plans the receipts for buying more gas. nue water- main now owned _by the· E. Paterso n insisted that it be on that bridge. Why can't they be Councilman Thomas H. Simes "understood" it did not commit the federal government. · studied? ' questioned the legality of selling tax council to giving a bonus. , Authorire the borrowing of $75,She contiued, "l\lr. Peterson, free gasol!ne to outside parties and 000 to meet Immediate expenses. "Naturally," replied Mrs. Dondero. have you ever studied those Councilman Dondero said she hRd "Your altitude In the mRtter Is wen Issue a taxi permit to Malcolm plans?" always understood the city would known .'' MacDonald of Pine street. "No," replied the manager. , lose its right to taxless gasoline, 1! it Install three street lights in MyrThe dty solicitor then told the ''Then a committee and the !old to outside agencies. · ccuncil he find s himself In the peck Into tle avenue. I 100 Again'':rirs. Matthews smlllngly ul ia r position of both judge and city manager shou11 l : Reimburse Lloyd Hawkins $10 on nd them," said Mrs . . Do ero. .. · his purchase of land. offered to "take" an appropriation \ jury In the prosecution of junk Councilman Slme'S asserted, Some I Sell a Banfield road lot to John for the association instead of the yard proprietors charged with vioweeks ago I went over the Maple- I f 11 . gasoline. . · . la ting city zoning ordinances. b Id with an en- Ia O a. After ' Councilman S I m e s wood avenue r ge th k being : Authorize the city manager to neMr. Levy said he Is defense coun'Dloved denial of the petition, gineer. I approve ~f well be . gotlate with C. E. Walker and Ralph sel for Joseph P. Panarese and Ralph Mn. Dondero'11 motion was done and its cos s ~ gf r injuries Junkins for the purchase of land Panarese of Lafayette road as well passed to have the matter Inless than that of PRY ng O . near the city dump, off Jones aveas city solicitor, charged with procluded In 1949 appropriations to pedestrians. secuting the case. for the health center program. "The condition has}een ;~~ nu:~fer to the city manager and city · The three-year-old Lafayette The council ls scheduled to meet the past three lear;, h.~;hy didn't solicitor negotiations for the purroad junk yard matter was this afternoon to discuss possible city turned to Mrs. on ero, f It?" chase of a sewer in the Maplewoodbrought Up by Councilman Wilmaintenance ot streets and other your council take care ~wered de- Woodbury avenues area, liam J. Linchey, who wanted to utll!t~s at Wentworth Acres with a The for~~ may:;e blocked by Authorize the mayor to Issue a know, "\\'hat's going to be done representative of potential purfen:5ively, eth ~ time the council proclamation marking the diamond about It?" chasers. politics and at ltha board of street jubilee of nurses as requested by had to deal w,, a the New Hampshire State Nurses commissioners. association. • · ~0uncil Orders Study Of Plans for Bridg e At North Mill Pond Acres Revenue .Question Awa its . • New D• I I I f :r :e:J I I · �- -- No Discard Plannedn.lor Ci~y 1 Admlnistratlve faults have turned many an erstwhile friend away• from the councilmanager system of government '·1n Portsmouth, but the plan 1doesn't yet appear headed for 1 abandonment to the legislative ashcan. • At least that is the best conclusion that could be reached from a poll of the city's newlyelected delegation to the General Court, each member of which was asked to express himself on the present city charter. Although two of the legislatQrs, both Democrats, openly declared their opposition to the system, neither they nor the rest of the delegation would • commit tl!emselves to any initiatlve toward its repeal. . !Hrs. Mary C. Dondero, 1cityEven councilman and Democratic Ward 1 representative, seems to have recanted somewhat in her threat of several weeks ago fort to "get rid of this dictatorship." She deftly avoided discussion of the city manager issue Itself as she confined her comment to castigation of an old foe, the board of street commissioners. · "I'll never vote for anything that means their return," she asserted. However, her fellow Democratic representatives-elect from Ward 1, Sam Alessi and Mrs. Lise LaBelle Payette, made no attempt to conceal their antagonism against city managership. "I'd like to see it thrown out," was the tersely-worded attitude of Mrs. Payette. Mr. Alessi phrased his sentiment similarly and extended it to include City Manager Edward C. Peterson as well. · "I'd like to toss him out right now," he said. One of the survivors of the four-malf Republican minority ln the IO-member delegation, Harry H. Foote of Ward 2, didn't indicate that he would make any move himself but said: "If a repeal referendum bill Is Introduced, It will never get my support unless it proposes the same kind of majority that it took to put the system In ef. feet-a majority or all voters voting in the election." , Rep. John H. Yeaton, another Ward 2 Republican, recalled his insistence on the city manager referendum two years ago and said he still favors giving "the people a chance to vote on any issue affecting the city." The Democratic complexion of the delegation might make a difference in who takes the lead with• new legislation, observed Rae S. Laraba, a Republican, who vacated his Senate seat to be elected Ward 4 representative. He pointed out that "the Democrats w111 be served" with their o-to-4 majority, since General Court custom channels all local legislation to the respective local delegations for Investigation and recommendation. Mr. Laraba maintained, however, that he would Insist on "the same majority clause" If a repeal measure Is brought before the House. Although usually at odds with l\lrs. Dondero on political matters. he shared her feeling toward the board ol street commissioners. "I'll never vote to resurrect that." he said. "I believe the board was the biggest weakness In the old system." Charles ''i'. Durell, veteran Ward 2 Republican politician, · flatly disclaimed any Intention for sponsoring a city managership repeal move-"at least at this time." ''But," be added, "I bayen•t talked to the other members of the delegation as yet." Both of Ward 3's representatives, Democrats John :,. Leary and Carlos O. Hobbs, were brief• ly non-committal. Mr. Leary said he hasn't discussed the matter and Mr. Hobbs expressed himself only with, "No .comment." f,f011ai;er: ---- shi_0·\ 16 Taxi~ab Opera-,0rs •. J - Members of Portsmouth's over-grown and Joosrlyr~ared taxicab industry are already singed from the figurative flames of while-hot compet!llon-and the prospects are none too bright that a few of them won't be "lmrned out" of business. It's_ not a '·war" In the literal sense, but an all-out conflict nevertheless, waged with all the Jury and fierceness of a fight for survival. No victims have been listed on the •'casually'' rolls as yet, but the battle has taken a painful toll In lhe busmess stability of 16 operating firms and in the paychecks of 45-odd drivers striving for a meager livelihood. There are many versions as to how it started and what caused It. _Generally, however, they sift down to these three maJor factors: (1.) There are loo many cabs in town for the business available. _<2.) ~hat re_gulalions exist are ignored by those who a1e cha1ged with enforcing them and those who are I supposed to obey them. (3.) There ls a conspicuous lack of respect for the elements of wholesome competition 011 the part of lhe operators-as well as a lack of respect for ea!!h othPi: 1 THE SITUATION has been rising to Its present peak of tension for many months, with practically no effort on the part of anyone to mediate the differences and difficulties. The pressure of Ill feeling may be eased somewhat tonight, however, when the operators meet with the city council's parking and traffic committee lo "blow off steam" and recommend means for reform. One concrele plan already has been prepared-a petition proposing ordinance changes-and it is expected to come under discussion at tonight's meeting with the council's commiLLee. The petition would: 1 (1.) Establish a 50-cent minimum and a maximum rate, fixed by the council. (2.) Limi~ lhe number of taxicabs here to 25, half the present limit. (3.) Transfer locations of existing stands. · (4.) Limit use of the designated taxi stands to a single specified cab for each operator. Edward J. Ingraham, Ward 5 Democrat, could not be reached tor a statement. • Meanwhile, any repeal proposal that might get through the Bouse wlll find no opposl• tlon In the Senate, judging by the attitude of Republican Senator-elect Arthur J. Rein' hart. ,I Tacitly acknowledging that he would entertain ·consideraSATISFACTORY ADJUDICATIO of these points tion of such a measure, he said, might well be the calming stroke to end the lmbulencc however, that the "majority of within the taxicab industry, for it i~ around the~e i~sues voters" clause would have to be Included. ~ that the current controversy wages. - -Although the city's taxicab troubles have long been developing they were brought to light only recently by the complaints of passengers who criticized \\ idelyvariant and uup1cdlclable rates as Imposing burcicns on thP.ir Individual pocketbooks. Investigation of the complaints took a Portimouth Herald reporter beneath the surface of that disorder however, and revealed lo him the broad disarray of confusion, recrimination and strife. The violent feeling developed when two of the city's largest operators discovered that the "plums" were not plentiful enough to offer them each a major share or local business. Determined to erase each other from the taxi scene the two operators launched a "fare war" and imme~ diately reduced thefr rates as low as 25 cents for service within a mile of the downtown district, or about half the prices charged by other opera tors. Chief victims were at least. nine independent owners and-'four large firms who were unable to slash fares because of high operating costs. The two principals themselves now are faced with terrific financial losses but refuse lo surrender. I • �- ~&!_t~~ - disputing o;;;;;~ h~ve reduced ;a-;;: low: in some Instances, that it 1s cheaper for three persons to travel by taxi rather than by bus in the downtown area. • • • FOR EXAMPLE, three passengers may travel by cab from Market square to either Fairview drive, Ward's corner, Jones avenue, Newcastle avenue, Badger's island, Nobel's island or Spinney road for a total of 25 cents. In most cases the total cost would be 30 cents !or bus transportation to those points. The taxicab owners who are "taking It on the chin" as a result of the feud, insist that they wiJI "continue to starve" unless the council compels all operators to charge a 60-cent minimum rate. A melancholy picture of the financial future of the Independent owners was painted by one of the group who disclosed that several drivers have resorted to pandering and bootlegging in an aUempt to maintain economic stability. "When a cabble sees his wife and kids hungry because.,he isn't making enough money, he'll find some other way to feed them, whether it's lawful or not," said one driver. A majority of the operators contend that a 50-cent minimum ls their only hope of surviving the whirlwind of dissension which threatens the whole taxi Industry here. One of the most outspoken proponents of the standard rate Is Mrs. Fred I. Seavey of 220 Rockland street, operator of three cabs, who maintains that "we'll all lose our shlrt.s unless the council steps In." . "We're losing money left and right and we'll have to fold up unless something Is done by the city," she asserted. Mrs. Seavey reported that her three taxicabs must net about $40 a day in order to cover operating costs and insure both herself and her drivers a "half decent wage." "As It Is now," she said dishearteningly, "we nre netting only $15 a day, despite the fact that we are doing about the largest business in town." Another o.f the city's largest operators, Reinhard Task of 338 Middle street, owner of five taxis, nl~o favors a stabilized rate, but maintains that a 35-cent minimum (Pie~ would be sufficient to Insure owner.s a "suitable income and give tlle customers a break." RENE G. IIAJ\IEL of 169 Richards avenue. spokesman for the Independent owners, also predicted a dismal future for the city's taxi business unless immediate steps are taken. "We'll be forced lo seJJ 'our cabs and enter some other business, If the council doesn't do something to he1p us," said Hamel. "We Independent owners can't \ compete with the prices of some of \ the larger operators. If my wife wasn't working. I wouldn't be able lo operate my cab any longer under present conditions." Hamel said most of the Independent owners a\'erage between 70 nnd 80 hours a week for n "pitiful wage." "We cnn·t drive our cabs for a 24hour stretch without some sleep, so we hire spare drivers, and they average only about $25 a week for ns much as 12 hours a dny," he continued. StiJl another dejected Independent operator. Ja.:ies W. Hooper of 128 McDonough street, said he must work about 1R hours a day to earn enou11;h money to support his wife and five ch!ldren. He too demanded a revision of local taxi regulations which are as loose as an old girdle and as Irritating to the drivers as a tight one. Statistical support of a 50-cent minimum fare ·>ms offered by Ernest E. Lamb ofl864 Woodbury avenue, owner of five cabs and employer of 12 drivers. Lamb, a veteran "cabble,"" said that the average taxi driver in Portsmouth averages a 40% commission on $1. In addition, he said, maintenance of the autos amounts to more than 10 cents a mile. "If the laws are being violated, It's their fault downstairs," said the city · manager in apparent re'ference to the police. • • • Peterson said he felt that the . IIE SAID his firm charges 50 council should set a maximum rate I cents for transporta tlon to the but allow the operators themselves Acres from Market square. Of that, Lamb reported, a 20-cent commls- ! to establish a mlntnrnm. "It's the councll's job to protect sio1: ls given the driver, while : mamtenance of the cab for the 1 the citizens, and as far as minimum three-mile round trip averages I rates are concerned it's the operators' headache," he asserted. about 30 cents. • • • "We hnrdly make a cent on such A l\llNIMUM RATE is not the ona trip unle!Ss we are fortunate ly cloud with a silver lining In the enough to pick up a passenger en gloomy financial picture of Portsroute to town. That's the only way _mouth's taxi industry. Still another we can profit," Lamb conttnued. gripe of the owners Is the large numLamb placed the blame for the present taxi situaL!on square In the ber of cabs here. There i.s approxilaps of the city council members mately one cab for every 400 residents In Portsmouth. with the charge that "it's their fault we're squabbling and almost Veteran taxi drivers say that In starving." . most cities, taxicabs are limited to John Lukas or 43 High street. one for every 1,000 people. In Portanother operator here for several 1 land, for example, there are 60 cabs years. took a similar stand tnslstfor the city's 85,000 population. in~ that many of the ta~! firms Local operators propose tha.t all have been in business for many permits turned in or forfeited for year.5 and the council "has never any violation of the taxi regulations lifted a finger to help us." would be held until the number of I "The taxi regulations are not enpermits was reduced from the presi forced and as it ls now, a driver ent 50 to 25. can charge whatever he pleases and Another "peace" proposal Is tha.t ; the poor customer doesn't know the 1 the city council specify one repredifference," Lukas added. "The council -::ould clean up this ' sentative cab for each company mess if it put its foot down. Let's I which utilizes the municipal taxi stands. make the rates uniform and we can Under present conditions, large 1111 enjoy a decent living," Lukas operators assign several cabs to the concluded. stands in a bold violation of the Edward H. Lawrence, Jr., of 443 ordinances. While one of their cabs Union i;treet. part-owner of another firm. suggested a taxi opera- i Is active, another cab Is moved into the vacant spot to accommodate custors' ai;sociation as one step toward tomers who hire the vehicles at the clarification of the present conflict. Fleet street stands. "If an association was established in Port.5mouth, the operators could If the council amended the oradopt their own code and formulate dinances, in accordance with the a fair rate plan wheTeby the cusoperator's petition, a taxi owner tomer as well as bhe cab owner would could not move another cab into the benefit," Lawrence added. t.axi line if his specified auto Is in use. He, too, criticized the city council for lt.5 lackadaisical attitude toward The larger cab companies are opthe taxi ordinances which apparently posed to any specified vehicle !or use In the taxi stands, claiming are worth no more than the paper that stlll another ordinance forbids they are printed on. them to cruise .the streets sollcltlng Lawrence concluded: business. "In that Portsmouth lacks an • • • organized group of taxi owners, It's COMMON COMPLAINT was that the council's responsibility to enof Mrs. Seavey who explained that force the laws. But apparently the she has no place to keep her cabs council doesn't care to." when they are inactive. • • • "When I pay $10 for a permit for COUNCILJ\IAN William L. Lineach of my three cabs, the city chey, chairman, of the parking and traffic committee. acknowledged that should allow me a suitable space to park tlhem," she demanded. •his feJlow councilors have paid little "If the council rules that I can attention to the local taxi situation. park only a specified cab in the taxi But he added that deftnlte step.s are bf'ing taken nnd suggested tonight's stand, the city wl11 have to !Ind me stlll more room t.o park my others." meet.Ing ns an example. Another proposal that may end "Frankly we don·t even know that 1 the strife among the operators' ls a some of the ordinances existed " plan to transfer the taxi' stands said Linchey. ' from Fleet street to either Church He explained that the 1947 council or High streets. planned to establish a minimum and Several drivers complained that maximum rate but that the counthere are no teleplhone facilities at cilors' terms expired before they did the present site and that as a reso. sult they lose a. majority of taxi ''So,· th~ ~iferators apparently de- trade. They reported that tele- I cided to set their own rates," added phone equipment Is available near Llnchey. the Church street area. But It Is believed that the council City Manager Edward C. Peterson could offer little appeasement for frowns on the idea of utlllzlhg the turmoil of 111 feeling among the Church street for taxi business, 1n operators. He did maintain, however, · as much as the cabs were ruled out of the area several years ago !ol1 that responsib!lity for enforcing the lowtng complaints that drivers were rests with the police deI ordinances using abusive language. partment. I I I �lo.. Some operators ,pointed out that if the stands were moved to High !'treet, they would Interfere with the LU.l{as taxi firm which has maintained Its headquarters on that street for several years. The operators' petition to the committee a:lso contains another suggestion to protect passengers. They proposi:, that all drivers be Investigated by the police before they are ! ssued cj ty taxi licenses. A MAJ'ORITY of the operator.s voiced approval of the 50-cent minimum In a roll call vote after Chairman William J. Llnchey called the present taxi .situation a "hot ' potato." ' "It's our baby now and you can rest assured that we'll do our best 1 to clear It up," Chairman Llnchey Informed the owners and drivers. The schedule, which was used In Portsmouth during World War II, 1s as follows: To Fort Constitution and Camp Langdon, $l or 25 cents per person. To Fort Stark, $1.25 or 25 cents a erson. Iq ~ Chairman Linchey pointed out that it Is not within the committee's jurisdiction to set rates. "We'll have to study the case and then make a recommendation to the council as a whole," Mr. Llnchey . added. The committee members and operators also discussed the possibility of transferring the present taxi stands on Fleet street to either Church or High streets. A spirited plea that the drivers be given permission to move to Church street was made by Andrew J. Barrett of 185 Raleigh way, an independent operator. "The public wants us there for their own convenience," Barrett lnslsted. Mr. Barrett recalled that the : council barred taxicabs from using ; the site several years ago because of reported abusive language, but add, ed: I I vutlmect In the present city ordlnances but is , not upheld by either , the c01.mcll or police department. . Cha.pt.er 34 of the city ordinances rompels license applicants to fill , P out a form with the clby clerk, givSist er's Point, $2,60 !ng a resume o! his background and Odiorne Point bridge gate, $1.50 thrE:e references. These applications minimum, 50 cents extra !or more are supposed to be Investigated by than four passengers. t,h e parking and traffic committee Pulp!,t Rock, $2, 50 cents ex.tra for and a pollce check made for possible more than four passengers. criminal records. Navy yard outside, 50 cents, 25 it approved, the applications are cents extra for more than four pasreferred back to the city clerk !or I senger.s. "WE CAN l'tlOVE our cabs away distrlbut,!on of credentials to the from the church Sunday mornings drivers. Navy yard inside, $1, over four, during services." However, more than 45 drivers 26 cents each. One dollar or 50 cents Mr. Barrett added that If the applied for licenses earlier this year each for over four passengers to the stands were moved to Church street, and each submitted two photo- navy yard depot. an office could be leased by the In• • graphs to City Clerk Eileen M. dependent drivers and telephone WENTWORTH ACRES and AtFoley, one to be· used on city hall equipment lnsta!Jed. He said there records and the other for a specially . lantic Heights, 75 cents, over four, $1. are no telephone facilities at the Panna.way Manor, $1.25. present location on Fleet street. printed license for display In the / taxis. Isling,t on .street as !ar as Spinney . In addition, the drivers according road, 50 cents: · 1to law, were supposed to pay a $2 Moa,plewood ixenue as far aa 1''air-· license fee. view avenue, 50 cents. 1 - 1n A typical example of the city's Middle street to Ward's Comer, , lack of interest In the "orphaned" 50 cenl:A. taxi Industry was Mrs. Foley's exPlain., section, 75 cents. pl:i,nation that "we were waiting for South End di.strict to the fir.st I the council to approve the appllcr\The New Hampshire Public Service commission will hold a hearing at t\ons before presenting the drivers !:,ridge. 60 cents. ' 7:30 pm Dec. 14 at the Sherburne school on the Boston and Maine Transtheir licenses." . Sagamore and Jones avenues portation company's request to shorten four local fare zones, Gordon A. But the council never did sanction junction, 50 cents. Bennett, Sherburne Civic association publicity chairman reported today. the applications, nor did the city Waiting time, $4 per hour, 25 clerk collect the required $2 from cents extra for each .stop. The hearing was arranged after 'l'he Civic group suggested In Its each driver or present them with Traveling by mile, 50 cents one th e Civic association and Sherburne compromise proposal that the !.>us creden tlals. way. Parent-Teacher group apparently company c~tabllsh a 10-cent limit at failed to reach full accord on a Dodge avenue on the Pannaway So, the city has no record of the General minimum fare for city compromise plan for the bus com- route and sell a nine-ride unlimited . more than 45 drivers who hold the pany's petition. • lives of their passengers In their I zones, no cents. ticket to Pannaway for $1. The above named rates are based Originally, the Boston and Maine hands every day. The association also proposed that on one to four passengers from and I firm petitioned tor permission to to the ,,arlous taxi offices or stands. establish a IO-cent limit at Dodge students en route to or from school During a discussion of the pro- avenue on the Pannaway Manor activities be allowed to ride untU posed "ates, Ernest E. Lamb of 864 route. Beyond that spot, the cash 6:05 pm with tickets worth four Woodbury avenue, owner of !Ive fare would be 15 cents. rides for 25 ecnt.s. Under present 1 cabs aud employer of 12 drivers, The state commission held a b- conditions, students are allowed to oontended that the cost of main- lie hearing in Concord Oct. 2~:n ride th_e buses for t!ve cents only talnln~ a taxl service has jumped I the bus firm's plan and the hearing until 4.05 pm. :?5% smce the end of World War II. was attended by representatives of The association proposal would "And business has dropped just both the Civic association and PTA I enable students to return to their aoout 35% since the war also," who registered strong protest against// homes before reporting for extraLamb &.dded. any change In rates on the Panna- curricular activities. After 4:05 pm I way run. j the students now pay a 10-cent fare Lamh a veteran taxi driver and Portsmouth's taxicab Industry The bus company claimed it lost to Pannaway, but the association's owner, insisted that under present $22,824 In the Portsmouth area suii;gestlons would give the stulooked to the city council's parking and traffic committee today for ap- i conditions an operator or driver alone during the first eight months dents a two-hour leeway. cannot make "a decent wage," un- of this year and insisted that a proval of a unl:!onn rate schedule In • • • less a 50 cent minimum Is establish- fare increase on the Pannaway the hope such a move will bring A MAJORITY o! the membership ed. peace in the current "fare war." route would be mandatory to in- :n both organizations later ex• • • ' sure economic stability. pressed approval o! the substitute The city's 16 operators met with HE URGED that the council fix a But before reaching any conclu- plan and it was believed that the the committee la.st night-claiming .standard rate similar to tho.se es- sion the Public Service commission bus company would accept It and that some of them may be driven tabllshed In Dover, Rochester, San- decided to postpone the hearing un- that the scheduled Public Service out of business by "rate-cuttlng"ford, Biddeford, Concord, Manches- ti! a later date to enable more commission hearing would be canand proposed a uniform rate schedter and other nearby communities. Portsmouth residents to appear and celled. ule with a 50-cent local minimum. sub"An operator can't exist on $3.50 also to study financial fl""ll'es .,, I But since then, commission o!fic al.s apparently have decided that The proposal will be studied by the 1 or $4.50 a day as we're trying to do mltted by the •bus• firm. • :he hearing should be held as committee and In turn be taken be- I now," Lamb concluded. IN TIIE MEANTIME, the Boston schedu,ed In order to give residents fore the city council for recommenHam?! also made a bid for the and Maine company agreed that It d the Pannaway section another dations and ultimate action. councils help In ending the rate ,vould accept a compromise proposal opportunity to discuss the proposed • -- New Hearing Slated- On Bus Far'e I Uniform Fares(\ 1, Sought _ for.Peace lil Taxicab 'War' The rate 11chedule wa.s submitted by Rene G. Hamel of 169 Richards avenue, .spokesman ·for 11 independent operators. • • • war among operators with the as- of the civic association provldln 1 · sertlon that Independent owners that a majority of both PT A an~ "wlll starve" unless a 50-cent mini- I Civic association members voted In [!11Um ls_established. favor of it. lncrea~es . 1 Hikes �Dur Childish· Council The little boy who won't play games unless he can be "captain" exercises the same childish megalomania practiced by the Portsmouth city council and the city manager last week when they opened the comfort station to the public without ceremony or even a courteous bow to Mrs. Dondero who is responsible for its being. The fact that the city council-and the city manager, too, by implication-regard the comfort station as a "white elephant" needs no expansion here. That's a matter of public record. Whether the comfdrt station is a "white elephant" or not has no bearing on the sly manner in which these elected officials opened the building. In the first place, opening the comfort station without announcement was an affront to the taxpayers who foot the bill for it. A simple announcement would at least have let the public know such a facility was ready for use after 11 months of watchful and derisive waiting. In the second place, the comfort station's almost secretive opening was an ill-concealed effort to diminish the credit where it was due-to Mrs. Dondero, who both as mayor and city councilman worked diligently, first to sponsor its construction, and then to see that it was made available for residents of Portsmouth. In addition to the personal character of their insult, the city council and city manager showed very little acumen in measuring the demand of voters. They forgot or neglected to notice that Mrs. Dondero polled the largest vote cast Nov. 2 for any ~ingle candidate for state representative from Portsmouth. The council and manager can fool a lot of people-perhaps even Mrs. Dondero at times-but they can't fool the 1,062 voters who backed Mrs. Dondero and \ know why no credit was accorded her for the comfort station. I It is an accepted tradition in most cities that when any ( community building or institution is ready for use, some , form of dedicatory exercise is held. Such ceremonies are common courtesy to the public who, in effect, own the structure, and to the individuals responsible for its existence. Apparently, the city council and city manager have no sympathies in those directions. And, finally, looking at the situation negatively, the city council and city manager didn't even do a good job of embarrassing Mrs. Dondero. If the comfort station is the "white elephant" they claim it is now and will be in the future, wouldn't it have been to the advantage of the council and manager to give full credit to Mrs. Dondero in official language-and thereby place the blame for it upon her, too? Perhaps such courtesy and acumen cannot be expected from a city council and manager who so far have demonstrated no desire to be above "politics." Islington Zone Ruling Sought In High Court Petition Claims ir City Erred in ' 1'-i.~ Hearing Notice A recommendation that the ordin ance rezoning 800 Islington street he held invalid Is on Its way to the superic-r court for final considerat'on because the city apparently erred i'l advertising a public hear!nil on the matter. 1 The recommendation, if followed by the superior court, would reverse the change of the Islington street A.rea from a residential to Industr1al di.strict as petitioned by Landers and Griffin, Inc., owners of the property. A superior court ruling Is not exI pected, however, until the present criminal docket Is completed at Exeter and the court turns its attention to civ!l cases. · · u gc eonard c. Harawlcli: or Rochester, who sat as "master" at a hearl r.g on the disputed ordinance, appare11tly bowed to the view ~ the 194'1 city council declaring that westward industrial expansion on Isilngton street "is a public need." Loughlin Named To Dicker Over • • • IN HIS REPORT to the superior court, t:ne judge said the notice of a publlr hearing held by the city council on the proposed ordinance change was "defective." His conclusion, he said, was based on the fact that the Jaw requires 15 days notice of such a hearing and only 13 days was given by the Portsm<mth planning board. Judge Hardwick then added that he had "viewed" the property in question and concluded: "In view of the character of the neighborhood (800 Islington street) , adjacent prc,pcrty and lack of available sites with facllities for industrial development, there is a public need for extending the indus~rial zone as 9,·ovided by the amended ordinance and such amendment is not unreasonable." The judge foun d that public notice of the hearing on the Landers and Griffin petition had been placed In The Portsmo..,th Herald on Nov. 18 and that the hearing was held Dec. 2. He said failure to give "at least 15 days" notice was a "fatal defect" not to be waived by petitioner, attorney, board of adjustment or city council. However, Judge Hardwick found that the petition submltted by J. Paul Griffin, of the construction company, was "adequate" and that since the city council had referred the matter to the planning board no public hearing prior to council action was needed as long as the plauning board held a. "legal" public hearing. Acres Problenit John Loughlin is a man with a mission today. A former fe deral employe, Mr. Lou~hlin was commissioned last night by the Portsmouth city council to take a trip to Washington to act as the city's personal representa tive in negotiations with the government on Wen tworth Acres. • • • "WE OWE IT to the people of Portsmouth to explore the Ac res situation thoroughly." o bserv ed Counc!lman Thomas H. Simes a.s he approved the plan. To his observation, Councllman Mary C. Dondero added the remark "Mr. Loughlin with his years of experience in Washington is the logical man t o send." ,I Wentworth Acres and its future ls_ a constantly recurring problem with the present counc!l. . For the past several months the city has been dickering with Pub!lc Housing admin istration officials m an effor t to raise t he 1948 valuation of $.i. .'.!00,000 set by t he PHA for t,he Acre . • • • of nearly $1 ,000,000 , from the 1947 valuation cost the city approxima tely $19,000 in revenue. A • • • THE FIGHT against the rezoning of Islington street was headed by Townsend Byrne of 848 Islington street. Byrne was represented bv Atty. Thomas J. Morris at the planning board's hearing on Dec. 2, 1947. Mr. Morris branded the proposed zone extension as "wastebasket zoninz." Forty residents of the Aldrich road area also appeared to pro!est the rezoning. The planning boa~d. however, recommended to the council that a strip 200 feet wide along Islington street be added to the in- , dustrial zone. This r e c o m m e n d a.ti o n went through first reading by the city ; council and was passed, overriding I the protests of property owners. I At its meeting, Dec. 30, 1947, the , SLASH Recently, th·e council was appro8:ched by a Boston realtz broker seeking Information on t he city's inten~ions in regard to utilities at the proJect, It it is bought by private 1 investors. Mr. Lough'.. n was granted a fee of $50 a day and expenses, providing the trip be limited to one day. council passed the ordinance chang~ • through second and third r eadings Since that time, Landers and Grif~ fin have made material alterations to the 800 Islington street property. • • • MR. BYRNE continued his fight ~nd petitioned for superior court mter vent!on. The court ordered Judge Hardwick to hear the case as master on July 29, 1948. Judge Hardwick's recommendatlon was excepted to on several points by Atty. Richard F. Upton, representing Landers and Griffin. ~· Upton took exception to the rulmg that fa!lure to give 15 days hearing to be held on Dec. 2. I' - The Concord att.orney further excepted to the master's .... ,. th th " d f •wing at e e ectlve notice" mad !whtolle ordinance "void and ll~eg!r~ "no f t cel of a pu bl! c hearing was ·a a a defect." He also insisted that 15 d tlce and not 13 had be ays nothe planning bo en given by . ard when it pub lished notice on Nov. 18 of a publJ; I �Full-Scale Probe Ordered in Deals For Asphalt Plant Simes Detects - Mr. Osborn - told the •· Herald today 1 1 the unsigned agreement had never Unsavory 0dor been carried out. • • In Transactions "NO MONEY• ever changed_hands A full-scale investigation into the l OD ,\ In t'he deal," he said, "because the board of street commissioners never acted on it." The former superintendent explained that the plant was originally torn down at 11he airport when Charles M.. Dale wa-s mayor. "It was an old plant, bought by the city many years ago from a man named Dance and when we moved it from the airport we had to bury the tanks because they were set in concrete," Osborn said. "Winslow came in ].ere to make asphalt with the understanding he'd use what plant equipment of ours remained and supply the rest. When he lost the contract last year he wanted to move out and offered ownership of an asphalt plant ov-ce used to manufacture road building material for the city was ordered last night by the Portsmouth citiy council. The questioned plant was set up in a sand bank near the Sherburne pumping station approximately four years ago and operated for the city by the O. F. Winslow Co., of Milford. The Winslow company is said to have supplied transformers, motors, wiring, and a mixer to put the plant into operation. Recently Andrew Elliott, manager of the company, advised the city he wished to pull his equipment out of Portsmouth and offered $500 for the city $500 for the bins and bins and a dryer still owned by tne · dryers." city. Meanwhile, the council instructed • • • Mayor Cecil M. Neal to investigate CITY SOLICITOR Samuel Levy the National Council of American recommended that the council ac- Education before appointing a comA PROBLtM-Who owns what and how much of the asphalt plant on cept the ofter, describing the bins mittee to study possible subversive Sherburne road pictured above Is the question currently facing the Portsand dryer a-S "Junk" without the act! vi ties in local schools. other parts. The National council, in a letter, ~out~ cit! c~uncll. A council committee has been Instructed to make an However, on the urging of Coun- urged the appointment of such a mvest1gat1~n mto the question of the ownership. (Portsmouth Herald photo) cilman Thomas H. Simes, the coun- committee to "free the schools of 1 cil instructed its lands and buildings communism." Councilman Mary C. committee to investigate the mat- Dondero moved to authorize the mayor to make the appointments. ter. However, a cautionary note was Mr. Levy told the council that his recommendation wa-s ba-sed on talks sounded by Councilman Lester R. with former Street Supt. Clayton Whitaker who said, "It seems to me E. Osborn and Mr. Elliott and the that before we bite on bhls, it terms of an unsigned agreement be- should be investigated. We know John Loughlin-the city council's tween the city and the Winslow nothing about this organization." Mrs. Dondero Immediately with- special "ambassador" to WashinglJ .. company. drew her motion and substituted a ton for discussion of the Wentworth According to the city solicitor, the motion calling for investigation 1.>y Acres housing project-returned to Portsmouth yesterday. unsigned agreement was written 1n Mayor Neal. Mr, Loughlin was generally non1944. It stipulated that the Wins).ow • • • concern would give the city $500 for A BROCHURE accompanying the ' committal on the results of his talks bins and dryer, or in the event the National Council's letter is entitled with high ranking officials in the Four ordinances calling for city city wanted to buy the entire plant, "How Red Are the Schools." A foot- Public Housing administration. 1 salary boosts are scheduled for sec"The trip was timely due to it could do so for $22,000. note to the letter says the organond reading and possible amendThe sollcitor added that he had ization Is devoted to "sound educa- changes in personnel on higher leme~t tomorrow night at a special vels," he said. "I feel my trip will been unable to find any signed cop- tion and the eradication of Marxism session of the Portsmouth city ies of the agreement. He suggested and collectivism from our schools keep the city in stride with such council at 7 :30 o'clock. changes." the city accept Mr. Elliott's present and national life." L_ikely to cause controversy is an He added that when he had exThe letter from the New Yoi:;k offer of $500 for the bins and dryer. 0rd111 ance proposing an increase in panded his notes into a report he Mr. Simes argued against the rec- City group was signed by Robert B. the salary of t he city solicitor from ammendatlon, contending, "there'a Scribner. He urged the appoint- would call Mayor Cecil M. Neal and $1,800 to $2,500. ment to such a commission of per- ask for a meeting with the city ii distinctly unpleasant odor about T~e ordinance passed on its first this whole transaction. I'm informed sons other than school teachers and council. readmg by a 6 to 3 ,majority. Howthat the city owns the entire plant. school board members because, he ever,_ no one appeared at a public "When I'm to the windward of hearmg to oppose the Increase, alsuch an odor, I want to know said, they tend to "protect" their th0ugh the council itself discussed Allow the Naval Reserve free use what cause:; it. I like the smell of own. the mea-sure. aaphalt but not the smell of this Prior to the special council meet- of the Community center on Dec. Three other salary ordinances up asphal~ plant," Councilman Simes ing, a brief public hearing 10 for a dance, because it ls a "serfor second reading propose salary added. . vice-connected" org8Jllzat!on. on Sta.te street parking ordinances gains for the tax collector, overseer Purchase a strip of land 1n The clty srolcitor again eXIJ)lained was held. No one asked to speak and of the poor and some members of Vaughan street from George Savrathat his recommendation was based Mayor Neal closed the hearing. the public library staff. mls for $100. on dlscu~ons with Mr. Elllott and In other business the council voted Also to come before the council Mr. osnorn and the unsigned a,gree- to: Abate sewer charges of $177 to • is th_e _third reading of an ordinance ment b•.•t that he too would recMrs. H. Harvey of Woodbury avem1e prov1d111g for parking meters in the omme11d a councll Investigation. and $3.60 to Mrs. Mabel Finnegan vicinity of the Rockingham hotel. of Court street. I I Loughlin Bac~.~cr From Washington I I -----------...i Council Meets 7 Here Tomorrow On Sa·Iary Boosts �r JO) Record- reaking Budget Of $1,3 ,000 Goes to Council for tHO~pproval ·salarY Boosts Principal Items ;In S64,000 Hike LARGEST group Increase goes to 1 school teachers whose aggregate AT,S O DECREASED Is the apwages are to be upped $14,900 under Pl"Oprlatlon for municipal Indebted- 1 the terms of a salary schedule ness which l5 to be slashect from adopted last year. $102,200 to $97,608. ,,a Another $~,000 salary Increase 1s In other business ordinances In the highway department and the chang!n~ parking regulations on '\}I-' ' comfort station payroll Is to be State street between Chestnut and Jumped by $5,900. Micldle .~treets were passed on a sec- / A 10 % Increase to all clerks, whose ond rellcfing. The soaring high cost of llvlng pay was not raised in 1948, also is '.i'he new amendment.s. when passed It may cost Portsmouth $64,000 probably will be renectect tonight being asked by Mr. Peterson. on thir,J rending. wlIJ permit the more In 1949 to operate Its municiwhen the 1949 municipal budget is pal government and services than it The 1949 budget reflects Increases I in ·tallatlon of parking meters In placed in the hands of the city coundid this year. already voted to the city collector, th.., vic'n•ty of the Hotel Rockingcil at a special meeting. overseer of the poor and auditor, ham, leaving a 78-foot space ImIn the hands or the city council A new record flgure--exceeding plus anticipated raises to the city meclla tely in front of the hotel as for study today Is Portsmouth's the 1948 total perhaps by $100,000solicitor, clerk, treasurer and as- a no-parking are . 1949 budget calling' for an approhas been predicted, although official priation of $1,385,000. sessors. This no-parkit g space Is to be figures were not disclosed by City The assessors are to be raised used bv ho tel atrons for loading Submitted to the council lns t Manager Edward C. Peterson. from a total of $4,200 for three mem- and unloading ars. night by City Manager Edward C. bers to $6,000, tr the council a.p- ' - - - - Some observers telleve the budget Peterson, the record-breaking pro- proves. may top $1,500,000 through salary posal means an Jncrease or $77,000 In addition to Its salary hike, the Increases, 11 new pension system and 1n the total amount to be raised by school department's $548,000 appro'pU,et'-'rl\iing costs. Lnst;,)'far's ,oit . taxation. priation represents the largest proappropriation hit $1,065,000. " While presenting the budget for posed Increase, a total o'f $33,500. An Increase of $34,000 a.Ione is 1 council consideration, Mr. Peterson 1 Next In line Is the "Unclassified asked by the school department; popointed out that until 1948 expendi- Account" where a boost of $9,700 is lice requirements are up $7,000; tures have been totaled the exact being asked to pay the city's share of highway, $4,000; comfort station, requirements o! each department the employe retirement fund. The $7,100; retirement, (exclusive of fire, wm not be known. city's participation ln the statewide police and schools) $8,700; poor de_A three-year-old "headache" ts After it receives the year-end to- retirement plan was voted in 1947. partment, $7,400. . to be aired before the city r.ounc11 tals, the council has until Feb. 27, Overseer of the Poor James PrttlTonight's special meeting-called tomorrow night. 1949, to approve the proposed ap- grew Is requesting a $7,400 1ncreate for 7:30 pm-enables the city manpropriations. ' Portmnouth taxi operators have to operate his department. Board 1 ager to meet the budget deadline submitted a peti~ion for a w1lform The city manager's budget re- and care account for $4,500 of his set by the amended city charter. opera.ting code, after three years of proposed boost. quires $1,148,000 be raised by taxaHis budget figures must be 1n the frequently-expressed dissatisfaction tion as compared to $1,070,000 last • • • hands of the council one month beyear. over taxi business in the city. OPERATION of the comfort stafore the end of the fiscal year, Dec. The taxi m~n are asking the • • • tion ls to cost $7,100 more 1n 1949 31, 1948. council to limit the number of . IN ADDITION to his budget, Mr. than in 1948. The larger part o'f in. The council Is given until Feb. 27, cabs in the city to 25; set. a 50-cent I 1949, to approve the budget or make , Peterson also proposed a $45,000 creased appropriation is required for minimum fare 1n the local zone; salaries. ' "Improvement and Equipment" bond such changes as it wishes under the allow only one cab from any comissue, to be floated on a five-year A $5,600 Increase to $94,500 1s charter. II not approved by the repayment basis, asked by the police department and ' pany to use the public stands at councfl by that date, It automaticthe same time; change the public Highway department 111eeds ac- must be approved by the council ally goes into effect as submitted by stand from Fleet ~treet to High or the manager. count for $30,000 o! the loan, of under the state law. Church streets. · An add! tlonal $4,000 over Its 1948 which $15,000 are to be spent on imSigning the petition are 16 operaprovements to the city incinerator figure of $216,900 is being asked by tors who control 31 taxis. and $15,000 additlonaJ for new truck& ._ The council also ls scheduled to and tools requested by Public Work& the highway department. The mastudy a $4,700 claim for damages jor part of the increase also is for Supt. Nat S. Stevens. salaries. brought against the city by John J. The remaining $15,000 1s to be Shea of 710 Woodbury avenue. spent in replacing a more than 30Le:-ser appropriation hikes are Mr. Shea informed the council year-old fire department pumper, being urged for the assessors, $1,740; that he believed the city's neglicity collector, $1 ,033; treasurer, gence was responsible for his falling The antiquated truck now 1n uae ~263; fire depnrtment, $1,670; airA lt.,1 \ In Court street Ja~t Dec. 23. special meeElng of the city once WM described by Fire Chief port commission, $2,000 ; city celcc!J ha.s been called by City M counaeorge T: Oogan as having been bratlons, $750; county tax, $1,778; Edwarct c Pet ana.ger "around here almoat as long 114 1 health department, $300; library, I .t . erson for Tue.sctay have. i gues., we got it 1n 1.he 1lrat $618 · recreation $760 n gn . It wm follow a public hearin World War." :u/ ' · on the Pearl street no Parking ordinance. . g Meanwhile, a $13,000 drop In esThe major drcrease fn any aptlmated revenue-more than ex• 1propr!nt!on is in the "Public BuildIn addition to the blJ at 7'30 th PU c hearing plained by a. $17,000 reducUon 1n IJJgs" dcpartmrnt whrre $8,400 is A special council meeting schedule seconct reacting of a 1 · • federal government paymenta !or I to be cut, reducing the budget item ed for tonight has been postponed sa Ary ordinance for librarians i Wentworth·Acres-accounta for part to $10,580. until tomorrow night according to ~~~i:duled anct the thlrct readings o: of the propo.,ed Jump 1n the tax ! City Manager Edward c. Peterson-. to t,h aces granting wage increases levy. ' Mr. Peterson .<;aid that Insurance The second reading of four salary , e nvt>r.seer of the poor and ta collector. · x However, Mr. Peterson 1ald to- ' premiums, p: evlous!y charged en- ordinances Is to be the principal Item day that as much a., 60% of the tlrely to the "Public Buildings•• de- or. the agenda. Wage hikes a.re proMr. Peterson also wm report proposed $64,000 increMe t, in the partment, are to be distributed posed !or the city solicitor, city ~1e petition from the clerks in t~! salary h1kea "voted by the council I through the various departments, auditor, overseer of the poor and ghway anct water departments for 1making each responsible for its own the library sta!f. this year." 1), (b ~roactlve pay increases. / policies. Record Budget Seen Tonight at Council Session · . Council to Air =u--1 Taxi Headache Here Ton1orrow I I ! __ ____ Special Meeting . Of Council Called Council Meeting Delayed One Day l .. . �'Duti~~of the City Solicitor Maplewood Avenue Peace? Public ·works Chief Finds Bridge Sound The two-year controversy over the · He said he had taken an invenMaplewood avenue bridge apparent- tory of all the major tools owned by 1 ly 1s nearing a settlement. the city and had discovered that Newly- appointed Public Works Portsmouth must make a sizeable Supt. Nat S. Stevens reported yes- ·nvestment to put it in ,good repair. 1 terday that a $12,000 repair job now "I've asked for two new t.-ucks ' under way at the bridge should to replace the two old ones that I "hold it for many years to come." have and I hope to get parts to put He asserted that the keystone the three-quarter yard shovel back arch spanning the sluiceway into in good operating order,". he said. the North Mill pond ls as "good as It was disclosed at the council's it was the day it was built." special meeti11g last night that a I He added that "I've waded under $15,000 bond Issue for equipment Is there and inspected it and I hon- being requested by the highway deestly believe that resurfacing the partment. road, raising the curb line, new • • • sidewalks and new railings will do IN ADDITION, Mr. Stevens Is the trick." asking for another $15,000 in the City Manager Edward C. Peterson same bond issue for Improvement said proposals that the city build a to the city dump and Incinerator. new bridge had not been permanentIn yesterday's discussion of equiply shelved by the city council. ment, Mr. Stevens listed a bulldozer "A special committee is studying and a sidewalk plow as part of the the matter," he said. · aged equipment at city yard. • • • "Those two Items were being used MR. PETERSON Intimated, how- when I first worked here back In ever, that the repairs being done by 1939," he said. Mr. Stevens mean a new bridge will Also on hand, according to '.he not be built. new superintendent, are three more He added t!hat more than $60,000 "old" trucks; a new three-ton dump \ remaining of the money "earmark- truck and four pickup trucks. , ed" for the Maplewood avenue The sewer and water departments It bridge could be used fr·· street reare each permanently assigned a ton , 1pairs. "It's up to the council. It can 1appropriate money any way it wants and a half truck, which are used to," he said. only In that work. Meanwhile, Mr. Stevens expressed Mr. Stevens said that no lnventhe hope that the surplus funds tory had been taken of all the minor 1 tools at the yard but hoped to get would be made available next year "an Idea" of what was there In t\l for repair of Newcastle avenue and near future. , . e. 'Pleasant street. 1 • . . - - -- - - .. . - ~ ; - . . - ~ ~ - - " f He explained that his plans for ,:µ I " ' rebuilding Portsmouth's streets were : based on taking the main streets i as they "radiate out of Market Two city officials were granted Square" and doing as much work retro~ctive pay raises by the city . on them as the money available I council last night, while Increases permits. requested for six others were refused. If funds for the reconstruction of Newcastle avenue and Pleasant ' The pay boosts went to Overseer street are made available this year ' of the Poor James Pettigrew, whose Mr. Stevens said he hoped to "tac~ salary was raised $400 to $1,800 an1 , kle" Islington street in 1950. nually, and to Tax Collector J. Warren Somerby, a $500 increase to $3,"But," he added, "at the same 000. They are retroactive to Jan. 1. time with the rebulldlng plan we're Meanwhile, the council accepted going ahead with an intens!fled 1 City Manager Edward C. Peterson's maintenance program. recommendation that pay increases for the clerks In the water and hig·h"NEXT YEA~ ;e.;e going to do a way departments be deJayed until : lot of tarring and scraping that did next year. not get done this year. Patching is • • • going to get top priority in our program, too," he said. MR. PETERSON pointed out that these employes already are receivIn his 1949 budget, the imperining the top pay allowed under existtendent ls requesting $22,000 for Ing ordinances but said provisions road building materials-a $3 000 for raises have been included In his slash over the 1948 appropriatio~. tentative outline of the 1949 bud!'Only $15,000 was spent on road get. ,materials in 1948," he eicplalned "The 10% increase In wages had t~ I \ ,'I'!:'e public library staff, however, come from somewhere, so that's : moved a litUe closer to receiving pay increases when the council passed Where we got It." Mu.c h of the equipment at the city I hrough second reading an ordinnce calling for comparatively small yard was described by the superin~wage boosts for those workers. tendent as In "bad shape". 1 A group of Elwyn road residents again were discouraged in their hopes or obtaining city water when a lette~. from ¥ s. E1£iill_or Coleman 1• i · • I Turns Down s·IX. I I I ' In the midst of controversy over the proposed salary increase for City Solicitor Samuel Levy, a Herald reader ,raises in the "Public Forum" column of today's issue the question of just what the solicitor's duties are. The reader acknowledges that he is not particularly well versed on the subject and this is borne out by mis- I conceptions contained in his own interpretation. But the public at large is probably no better acquainted with the 1 functions of the city's legal department. For this reason, the city ordinance relati\}g to the position is published herewith: "Section 1. The solicitor for the C'ity shall be a resident thereof and an atlurney and counselor al law who has been admitted to practice in the courts of New Hampshire. "Section 2. He shall draft all obligations or legal instruments that may be required of him, by any ordinance or order of the mayor or city council, or which niay be requisite and necessary to be done and made between the City of Portsmouth and any person contracting with the city in its corporate capacity and which by law, usage, or agreement the said city is to be at the expense of drawing; to commence and prosecute all suits that may be brought by the city for or on account of any estate, right, claim, privilege or demand of the city, alsc to appear in defense, i1i all actions or suits brought against the city or its officers in their official 'capacity, (in which he has not previously been retained before his appointmenl as solicitor), wherein the right, esstate, privilege, ordinances or acts of the city, or any breach thereof may be brought in question before any court in this 1 state, and shall do any other professional act which may be required of him by the mayor, the city council or any committee of the city council. He shall furnish a written opinion of any legal queslion or subject that may be submitted to him; and he shall also, at all tim.es, furnish legal advice to any officer of the city, including the selectmen of the several wards, who may require his opinion upon any subject touching the duties incumbent on such officer or selectmen. He shall commence and prosecute before the police court all suits and complaints that may be brought by order of either the mayor, the city marshal, the assistant marshal or the board of health for the violation of any ordinance of the city or law of the state. "Section 3. He shall anmially in the month of January, report in writin[I to the city council all unfinished business in his department, including the names, grounds, and stages or progress of all suits pending, in which the city is a party or is interested, with such other information as to the business of his departm.ent, as he 1nay think important, or the city council may direct. · "Section 4. He shall perform such other duties as the mayor, the city council, or the city charter may require of him and shall supervise the city clerk in the drafting of all ordinances." requesting that Maplewood avenue bridge funds be used for water mains was "filed" by the counci:. Mrs. Coleman, personally appearing· at the meeting, was told by Councilman Richman s. Ma ~ge5o;1 tha,t the water department was a "separate and dlst.inct" city division and that bond issue money coulct not be transferred to it. "Any bond Issues for water department Improvements have to be floated by that depa1tment," councilman Margeson said, "and at this t.lme, it cannot stand another bond issue." .. to its special meeting, the council held a public hearing on an ordinance proposing that the west side of Pearl street between Hanover and Islington streets be made a no parking zone. There was no comment either tor or against the proposal and Mayor PRIOR I Cecil M. Neal closed the hearing. In other business, the counc!l voted to: File letters from the Public Se!·vice commission and the State · Planning snd Development commission. Approve a tag day requested by the Beta Sigma Phi sorority. I �S--olicitor Resigns As Council Denies $700 Salary ~~.~c~~PeOOrnoo JI. (6 6to 3Decision freezes Wage l\t Sf ,800 Yearly City Sollcltor Samuel Levy handed in his resignation today, only a few hours after tl1e Portsmouth city council rejected a proposed salary increase for him. The proposect $700 boost for Mr. Levy was embodied in one of several salary ordinances Which came before the counc11. The increase for the sollcitor was turnect down by a vote of 6 to 3. In his letter of resignation to City / Manager Edward C. Peterson, Mr. Levy said, "I feel that I can not afford to give the great amount of I time required to properly carry out the duties or city solicitor at the present salary.'' However, he assured the city manager that he would "continue to carry out the duties of the city solicitor untll you have advised me that my successor has been appointed." "Each year the laws get more complicated, and $2,500 ls the very least a competent man should receive," he said. • • • . COUNCILMAN WIDTAKER commented, "I'm o! the same opinion." Mrs. Dcmdero geared her attack on the amendment to the "failure 'Jf any tJxpayers to appear before ~he counrll when the public hearing on the ordinance was held." She argued, "No one opposed it, so how can we vote against it? Oh, I know two or three o! the local legal talent don't want it, but they didn't come here to say so. "I believe It ls a wonderful thing to have a competent city sollcltor and I wish we had one during my · first year as mayor," she concluded. Councilman Linchey countered with the remark, "The city solici1 tor's office was raised 50 % only two Mr. Peterson said raises for the clerks were included in the 1949 budget but to raise their pay this year "would throw all the clerical salaries out of adjustment." Councilman Peterson said he had been informed that clerks in the highway department had not received pay increases in "12 years." In other business, the council voted to: File a report from Plumbing Inspector Clement R. Moulton. Refer to the city solicitor a letter from Alexander L. Cook asking that his title to lots on Pearson street be cleared. File a letter from the National Safety council. ' Pass on third and final reading an ordinance permitting installat!Qn of parking _meters in the vie!- nlty of the Hotel Rockingham. Grant more time to the special committee investigating the asphalt plant. Deny a petition from Valerie Task In which it was asked that permission be granted for the installation of a private gas tank on her Summer street property. years ago and it is only a part-time job. "I think the council should realize that every warrant in mun!clpoJ court, except those Issued by local police, gives Mr. Levy an add~tlonal fee," the councilman said. He added that he belleves that extnr work, such as revising the city ordlnances to Incorporate the merit plan and administrative cod<?, should mean additional fees for the soli. j\, I I citor." On the roll call vote, Councilman ••• • ,Richman s. Margeson, Noyes, John THE COUNCIL APPROVED on J. Leary, Frank E. Paterson, Linchey second reading a $500 raise to $3,City Solicitor Samuel Levy's speedy resignation yesterday following and Mayor Cecil M. Neal votect to 000 annually for the tax collector the city council's refusal of a proposed pay increase apparently caused reuphold Mr. Llnche~'s amendment. and a $400 boost to $1,800 for the Councilmen Whitaker, Dondero and gret among the majority of the councilmen. overseer of the poor. Simes Coupled with expressions of regret, many of the councilmen voiced Second rellding of an ordinance position.were the only ones In opsurprise at losing the services of Mr. !.P.vv. who has held the nost for the ipropos!ng small increases to the staff After the salary ordinance dis- I past 18 months. "I'm sorry to • see Mr. Levy go at the publlc library was delayed, The delay was suggested until the cussion, a five-man Portsmouth but I can't say that Manager Edward C. Peter-*· the councilman id I blame him,'' centennial committee was appointed sonCity council could learn whether or not said today he had accepted the 58 • by Mayor Neal at the suggestion of Miss Hannah Fernald, librarian "resignation with reluctance." Councilman Lester R. Whitaker, emeritus, is to be included in the James Mace, a representative of the He added that the appointment the remaining supporter of the salJohn B. Rogers Producing company. city employe pension system. of a successor to City Solicitor Levy ary Increase, expressed his surprise • The increase to Mr. Levy wa,9 nulis a matter •'needing time for carea.nd regret. l\ffl, MACE pointed out to the lified when Councilman Wllilam J. ful consideration." • • • council that the city would be markLinchey introduced an amendment • • • "I'VE FAVORED t he salary ining i~ 100th annlversacy as a munchanging previously endorsect salary COUNCILMAN Richman S. Marcrease whenever the question has , clpality next year. :figures from $2,500 to $1,800, geson said Mr. Levy's action was not been raised and I belleve Mr. Levy Councilman Linchey's amend- i He suggested that a special week a surprise In view of the fact he 1 WM a very gOOd man for the job," of celebration be designated by the had said he would resign If the pay ment, in effect, froze the city ~oliDoctor Whitaker remarked. council and suggestect that "time ls increase was not granted. 1cltor•a salary at its present $1,800 Cve ul-sxeQqSoetaolnshrdlucmfwy getting short for action on the matlevel. '!'he action was seconded by t.er.'' "However, I'm sorry to see him The city solicitor's resignation did Councilman Roland I. Noyes. go," Mr. Margeson said, "because he not surprise Mayor Cecil M. Neal Defeat ot the amendment wu , Namect to the centennial commit- has served us ver.v well." who observed that he had "heard" urged by Councilman Thomaa H. tee were CPUncllmen Paterson, DonOne o! the proponen~ of a raise that Mr. Levy intended to quit if the Simes, Mary _C. Dondero and Lester dero, Margeson, Noyes and Simes. / for Mr. Levy, Councilman Mary c. raise was not forthcoming. A letter from clerks in the highR. Whitaker. However, Councilman John J. Cour.cllman Simes contended that way and water departments, asking Dondero, remarked that he had been fair and "non-poutlcal" tn hi~ Leary 11ald the resignation came t-'le offlce of city sollcltor "ls the that they be considered for pay most Important in the city and creases sim!Iiar to those granted decisions. "l think we've lmt a vaJ. as a surprise to him. Oouncllman Willlam J. Llnchey, that tt ls my Idea of the city / laborers in the department, was re- ua~ t.hM." · Her sentiments were echoed by who Introduced the amendment that manager plan that every effort another advocate of the proposed killed the salary increase, satd Mr. should be made to get competent Levy's action was a surprise. men to .serve the city. salary increase, Councilman Thomas H. Simes. Councilmen Roland I. No,1 Prank E. Paterson couJd 0 Surprise and Regret Follow Loss of Levy . .. in-I �• \Ol-\ Council G1ves More Time Taxi PrOblem Solicitor Rules Body May Set Cf?b Regulations Portsmouth's "tax!c~b problem" 1s to receive even further consider- ation by the city council's parking and traffic committee, the council decided last night in granting an extension of time to the committee. The group simultaneously referred a petition from local cab operators to the committee. It asks that a minimum 50-cent local fare and 25cab limit be established here along with controlled usage of the Fleet street cab stand. City Sollictor Samuel Levy ruled on two questions raised by Councl}man Thomas H. Simes who wanted to know if regulations pertalnlng to taxis "shouldn't emanate from the police department," and 1f the city council had power to set rates. • • • THE SOLICITOR pointed out that a. council's right to set fares bad been upheld recently by the Supreme court in a ruling on a Manchester case. He also said taxi regulations could originate either with the police department or the city council. Councilman Wi111am J. Linchey, chairman of the parking and traffic committee, asked for more time to study the taxi matter and, on the motion of Councilman Richman s. Margeson, the request was approved. The council delayed second readIng of ordinances to increase the pay of the city solicitor, city collector, overseer of the p0or and the librarians. Councilman Margeson urged the postponement "in view of the act two of our members (Councilmen Mary C. Dondero and Lester R. Whitaker) are not present and may have opinions on these ordinances." The council approved bis motion that the second reading of those 1 ordinances be held at special meeting to be called by the mayor. • • • IN OTHER BUSIN:i!;SS ihe council voted to : Refer petitions for street llgh~ on Greenland road and in Elwyn Park to the city manager. Refer to the city manager two :\)etitions for space in which to sell Christmas trees. Deny the "Mormons" the riglht to hold open air services here. Refer to the planning board & tltion for rezoning in EI\vyn Park. evens Vows Circuit Road'1 )~Ruled St --Not a 'Public Way'; 'Trouble' Charge Dismissed For 0 Circuit road in Wentworth Acres Is not a "public highway" within Parking Violato~~ the meaning o! state law, t.he superior court at Exeter ruled today in dismissing a charge of driving un1er the influence of intoxicating liquor brought against a Portsmouth youth. Gerard T. Schock, 21, of 277 Circu' t road appealed a Portsmouth municipal court finding of guilty on the charge and moved to have the superior court throw out the complaint. Chief Justice John R. Goodnow heard arguments this morning and ruled in Schock's favor. File the quarterly report of the city marshal. · Refer damage claims from. John J • Shea and ..Thelma Robillard to the city .solicitor. File a letter from Mrs. Emily Crook announcing that Mrs. Florence Fenstermaker of Peverly Hill road is the new local 4-H club leader. Accept an Invitation to a Naval reserve dance to be held at the Community center on Dec. 10. File a letter from Carlton Moreau of Franklin street. Transfer $602 from the contingent fund to cover miscellaneous expenses. Refer to the atty manager and city solicitor a report from the airport commission which recommended the council approve the transfer of a hangar lease. Instruct the maypr to execute a quit claim deed to Frances L. Stevens after approval by the city solicitor. Refer to the city manager a petition for the acceptance of Brackett road as a public street. Refer a claim from Guy D. Hayward to the city solicitor. File a letter reporting that a public hearing on a proposed change In bull fares is to be held at the Sherourne school on Dec. 7 at 7:30 pm. Pass on first reading an ordi- All night parkers in Portsmouth 6treets during the coming winter are apt to find themselves in "trouple." So promised Nat S. Stevens, new public works superintendent, yesterday after heaving a sigh of relief that Portsmouth's first snow storm vanished early in the day. "I intend to have the ordinance against all night parking enforced," Mr. Stevens said. "It's the only way thAt plowing can be done efficiently." The superintendent then elaborated on his plans tq cope with the a.nnual problem of snow removal. He said that the city had been ioned with streets in four of the wnes to be cleared by city-owned equipment and the two re;maining wnes-mainly the downtown section-to be handled by private contract. • • • SHOCK'S ATTORNEY, Thomas E. Flynn, Jr., contended that Circuit road-where Schock was arrested on Oct. 24th-was not laid out accordIng to law, nor had it been dedicated as a public highway throtigh the required 20 years usage. Attorney Flynn called City Clerk Eileen D. Foley of Portsmouth to testify that city records show the city had not accepted the Wentworth Acres streets and that last March a special city council commltte.e recommended that the city decline responsibility for policing, maintenance and other utility functions at the Acres. County Solicitor Wyman P. Boynton call.ed two witnesses, Sheriff Simes Frink and Deputy Sheriff James G. Curran. • • • SHERIFF FRINK said he liv::ed nance to create a no-parking zone on the west side of Pearl street. between Islington and Hanover streets. Refer to city manager a petition from thb Garden club for the sale of Christmas corsages. 1 near the Acres and that the roads there are constantly used by the public. Mr. Curran, who was the arrest, Ing officer, said the street6 are open to the public but admitted !!hat a Imap of the Acres, introduced by the state as an exhibit, had been prepared by the federal government. I Counci l to Meet , 3 Briefly.Tomoi'r6W Quick Session }\ 3 ~ r The PortEmouth city council Is Ischeduled to approve the transfer ' Held by Counc il . 1 of funds between various municipal departments at a special session tomoq-ow at 11 am. City Manager Edward C. Peterson said the meeting would be brief and Is being called solely to "c!ear up the loose ends of the year's business." Authorization to carry on normal municipal operations was given the city manager today by the city 1 council in a quick 10-minute special meeting-the last for 1948. The council approved depart mental spending wi thin the limits of the propO'-P.d 1949 budget un ~!.l the budget Is _adopted by the council. , Authority to issue license, for 1949 was granted the city cl!'rk and, · as its final act of the year tn~ coun. ell approved the transfer of S5CO from the legal department accoun t to defray the expense of the 1alary increase voted to Tax Collector J. Warren Son'lerby. "The night w at ch m an here at the city yard will alert the men when one inch of snow has fallen. When the fall reaches two inches all the equipment will start snow clearance,'' :Mr. St.evens said. Bids on the downtown snow removal contract are to be opened at 11 am Friday in the city manager's office, he said. Mr. Stevens said he hoped in future years to cut down the amount of snow clearance done by private contractors, "as we get equipment of our own to do the work." A new snow-loader, which probably will remind Portsmouth residents of the one that came to the city on trial and later was bought by the naval base-ls needed "badly," according to the superintendent. rt 1s requested in the 1949 budget, M1·. Stevens said, as a replacement for the seven-year-old model now being used. I • • • ENOUGH TRUCKS to take care of the city's share of the plowing are on hand, he said. One of these will be used with a "V" plow for rural roads. The others, equipped with blade plows, are to work in the city area . Three salt spreaders, made by the state highway department, are to be used for de-icing. MJ.•. Stevens said the spreaders are built to lay a continuous line of salt along the crown of the roads. Traffic will cl;luin the salt Into ice and snow at the sides of the street, leaving the larger part of street clear. "The way tbings are pla1med," he said, we should be able to keep ahead of any storm, barring breakow ! old eQuipment." �Unemployment Rate I I tJS Up 86% in I! l.~ New Mampshire CONCORD, Dec. 23 (AP)-Unemployment .in New Hampshire has Increased 86 % in the past year, the , State Bureau of Labor reported today. Since last September unemployment Increased from an estimated 9,100 to 11 ,800, or about 30%, the bureau said . Average number of jobless for the first 11 months of this year ls 10,500. ' 'NO ALL NIGHT PARKING'-Thlrteen cars were jamming the space in front of the Rockingham hotel at S am one rainy morning recently, despite ~ city ordinance prohibiting all-night parking. (Portsmouth Herald photo) r;,. "If the hotel -gues~ don't park ¼{/1 , nea11by," he asked, "where can they leave their cars? The municipal· parking lot isn't safe and the gar- Night p ark I•n g(J Row · 1 M Spurs C0 Un CI Ove Long and strenuous complaints against "special privilege" parking ln the Rockingham hotel block began to •~et results last night. In a first step toward correcting "The city marshal says someparking abuses in the block, the city thing about there being no council ordered that parking ·meters signs," he commented, ''Does be installed there and that the hothat mean his men won't Intertel be limited to three meterless fere fn a crime just because spaces. j there are no signs posted The action followed complaints against It?" raised chlet'ly by Dr. Wendell P. Another Instance of "lack of coClare a resident of the "other I operation" WJ!.S charged against City side"' of State street, who bluntly Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt in a crltlc!zed "the practice of having , letter received by the c!,ty council the block turned into a hotel park- last night from John PaTaS o! Re.!tts Ing lot." court. HI bj t° di Seeking restrictions of parking In I s ma n o ec wns were that narrow roadway, he said he rected at all-nigh~, parkinghad been unable to get the help of abuses which he sai1 the police the marshal and was forced to turn depart.ment makes n?, attempt to the council. to do anything about. His letter was referred to the Meanwhile, William J. Linchey, council's traffic committee. chairman o! the city council's parkCity Manager Edward c. Peterson ing committee, gave assure.nee that expressed his stand in the parking the all-night parking problem Is un- controversy several weeks ago In dergoing further study. response to a letter from Dr. Clare. "We h'Bve to be sure o! what the He affirmed that all-night ordinances call !or, before 'Ye can parking is definitely prohibited order ~lgns to limit parking on the on both sides o( State street various streets," he salu. and asserted that it Is up to However, last year's city council the police to enforce the ordlnreafflrmed the city's all-night parkance. ing ban by extending the "business Regarding the State street prodlstrlct" zone in which such parking blem, Andrew Jarvis of the· Rockls prohibited. Ingham hotel put it up to the police. All-night parking praoUces in the "We don't tell our guests they downtown seotlon have drawn severe can park all night on the street," censure from Dr. Clare, who pointed out Its dangers as a fire hazard. he said. "As a matter of fact, Dr. Clare revived the parking is- tftlere's a sign on the hotel desk sue only yesterday when he again warning guests that no all-night Ia.shed out at the failure of police parking ls permitted. to enforce ordinances against all- I "'If they park there, they do so night parking. at their own risk." But Mr. Jarvis said the matter presents a problem to the hotel as well. l I " 0 • ~&- " ~ · There were 161 % more unemploymen t compensation claims last mon th than in November, 1947. Claims, including jobless veterans' benefits, totaled 52,421 last month, the bureau said. Increases in unemployment have occurred in every area of the state, wi t:i "great" increases in textile and shoe industries. Unemployment usually jumps at this time of year, the bureau ex,plained, but the present increase is in excess of the estimated "normal turnover" unemployment. Hotel· Park·1ng Seen millEmployment of in textile products industries lower than a year ago. 'Necessary Evil~\ "SHORTER ~O~R·S and more lay 21,000 Is 13 % · It's up to the pol!ce depar~ent offs of a temporary nature are also prevalent," the bw·eau wd. to enforce city ordinances against all-night parking in the Rockingham hotel block, but City Manager Edward c. Peterson says he doesn't think they should. "If the police shoo the motor• ists away from the restricted area they'll only park on some side street and we'll have the same problem,'' the city manager theorized In answer to complaints by Dr. Wendell P. Clare that "special parking privileges" are accorded hotel guests. Mr. Peterson advocated a change in city ordinances which bar allnight parking in the commercial zone where the hotel ts situated. His statement followed repeated criticism by Dr. Clare, Rockingham County medical referee, that the Rockingham hotel ls turning the • north side of State street between Chestnut and Middle streets into a "parking lot." Dr. Clare resides on ·t he south side of .State street. Meanwhile, Mr. Peterson announced that par klng meters wII I b erected in front of the hotel "In about two weeks." The city manager said "eight or nine" meters will be Installed near the hotel as soon as parts arrive here from the Oklahoma City firm that manufactures them. The city council recently took the first step toward correcting alleged parking abuses in the block by voting that the hotel be limited to three meterless spaces. "Curtailment in the leather and leather products industries appears to reflect more normal seasonal change than those in textiles," the labor report s!tld. The number of workers in leather products dropped from 21,350 last year to 20,000 this year. r • • • THE BUREAU explained that "a major recession is noe taking place, but readjustments ln the production and distribution of goods is in progress." Supplies of goods have increased and competition is returning after an "abnormal·• !Justwar period of a sellers• market, the bureau explained. "Many employers now report that profits are decreasing as the result of high costs," the report continaed. , "Overtime hours have been eliminated in many industries." Unemploymen t has increased more than 25 % In Conway Laconia Mai1 . chester, Nashua and' Rochest~r. The number of jobless has jumped about 10 or 20 % in Berlin, Claremont Concord D . K , , ove1, eene, Llttleton and Portsm th Unemployment ;~eater than ust~al "turnover" ls particularly noticable in Dover, Laconia, Manchester '1Ul4 Na.s.b.ua. I �fndustrial Boom Predicted Here If U. S. lmproVes River, Harb or ) Portsmouth will have a bright Industrial future and can become one of the most important seaports on the east coast if the government removes navigation obstacles from the Piscataqua river and Portsmouth harbor. This was the consensus of more than 35 of Portsmouth's leading Industrialists who met at the Rockingham hotel this morning with U. S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow to discuss possible improvements to local waler transportatlo11 facilities. Chief purpose of the meeting was to acquaint Congressman Merrow and army engineers with present conditions of the river and harbor and any future plans the industrialists may have to expand water transportation facilities here. The businessmen also discussed possible government removal of Boiling Rock in the river and Gangway RO'lk in the harbor, as well as the dredging of shoals off the southwest point of Badrer's island. The most encouraging picture of Portsmouth's Industrial future was painted by John J. Halloran, ,•ice president of the Sprague Steamship company of Boston, an affiliate of the C. II. Sprague and Sons coal firm, also of Boston. Halloran outlined his company's plans to bring large coal colliers up the Piscataqua river to supply the New Hampshire Public Service company's plant. He said that his company not only planned to bring ships here but also provide a "great quantity" of business for Portsmouth. Halloran urged that the federal government remove present Impediments to navigation In the river so that the harbor as well as the river channel could b~ expanded. He reported t~at his company intends to ~ a t c h at least "three or four" large coa4-carr~·lng vessels a month ~p the river to the Public Service company's dock A average of only two large· oil n tankers now use the river each month, It was pointed out. Halloran claimed that Portsmouth was ''lax" for not insistin'g that I he government clear up the river before now. • He described the Piscataqua river and Portsmouth harbor as "one of the finest waterways on the Atlantic coast." But he said water transportation here Is limited by the few rocks and ledges which tmperil the vessels. "We're bringing a brand new business to Portsmouth," Halloran said. Be said that his company's ships would carry about 10,000 tons of cargo and that the hazards would have to be removed before Portscould be assured of in- ME AT WORK- . , Rep. Chester E. Merrow, seated left, and c. A ';l'ucker of Bost~n, consider Portsmouth harbor navigation problems. Look: mg on, left to right, are Capt. Shirley H. Holt, Jr., and Alvin F. Redden (Portsmouth Herald photo) • He predicted an expansion of banking facilities, employment, and business as a whole if the harbor and river is improved. "Before the larger companies send their ships up the river they'll have to be assured that they won't be damaged by rocks and other hazards." He al o claimed thal there will be no future expenses for maintenance of the harbor or river if the impediments are once removed by the army. He said there is a trend to utilize larger vessels in coal transportation because they are less expensive to operate. A bright business future for Portsmouth also was forecast by John E. Holden, operator of the Atlantic Terminal Sales company at ewington, who described Portsmouth as "the only water gateway to New Hampshire and an important link behrnen the ocean and the state." r Holden reported that his company Is m a k I n g preparations for an ocean terminal at Newington and that other oil flnns in this area plan to provide fuel and gasoline to other sections of the state via pipelines. I Norman Chick, general agent for : "Let's get a seaport the state will be proud of - and that means the Boston and Maine railroad at ' Portsmouth said: Porlsmouth,'' Holden urged. "Portsmouth hasn't asked the ~vOrville L . Evans, southeastern district manager for the Public ernment for a cent In the past and Service Co., report~d that his firm they haven't spent a cent for us. It's operates the power ship Resistance about time the government came and 1s constructing a power plant here to clear up the river. Others who spoke were C. A. Tuckalong the river and added that the utility company plans to expand Its er of Boston, assistant chief of the river and harbor division of the New facilities. Another represen t A.tive of that England division of United S tates firm, H. D. Resseguie of Manchester, Corps of Engineers, Edward Ellingsaid there are several "excellent wood of Concord, executive director sltes" along the river for expansion of the State Planning and Develof industry and said he felt develop - opment commission; E. · Curtis ment would be accelerated If the Matthews, president of the Plsproposed river iml»'ovement was cataqua Savings bank; William Wil. son, representative of the Socony carried out. Capt. Shirley H. Holt, Jr., pilot for Vacuum company; Atty. Harold the Portsmouth navigation company Smith o! Portsmouth; Mayor Cecil which handles tugboat work along M. Neal; City Manager Edward C. the river, explained the dangers of Peterson; t:ouncllman Mary C. Donthe various rocks and ledges and dero; Owen J. Brown o! North said that many oil and coal companys would like to send larger Hampton, New England manager fo1 vessels up the river but are fearful the Pittsburgh Consolidation Coal of the hazards. company; J. Noble Snider of North Capt. John B. Griggs, chief of staff Hampton, president-treasurer of the at the Portsmouth naval base, re- Portsmouth Ice and Coal company; ported that an average of 15 sub- Earl E. Watson, Jr., of the New marines use the river a month, In England Fibre company; Pllillp F. addition to about 12, 20,000-ton tugs Gray of the Portsmouth Chamber a year. He Insisted that removal of of commerce; Cass Adams o! DurGangway Rock, which is adjacent to ham· and Douglas w. Richardson the naval base, would be "advantag-1 offlc~ manager o! the New · Hampeous to everyone using the harbor." shire Gaa and Electric company I I l �Law"s Big Stick. Rolls Into Town The adage, "crime does .not pay," is old stuff-but ln Market square 'Business' Drops in '48 At Lo~~) Municipal Court today and tomorrow ls parked a big, grey van that gives a new, brutally realistic twist to the aged expression. Imagine yourself sitting In a big 1948 chair, your back rigidly pinioned to "Bu iness" at the Portsmouth 1municipal court fell off during straight boards, your arms stra,pped revenue for the c1ty. flat and a meta.I cap on your head. with a decrease of approximately $ 2,000 in You are staring Into the curious I A total o! 593 persons-as agalr.stll eyes of reporters and policemen 612 in 1947-appeared in the city waiting for a white hot flash that hall courtroom this year, paying will sear life from you In an in- fines ranging from $5 to the $1,400 recently levied on 14 truck operators. stant. It's not a happy thought. But More than 70 % of the cases that's what crime leads to In ex- . an Jed }ly the court Involved !ntreme cases, and that's the lesson fractions oI motor vehicle law:;. of th;h~J;i~.~~O Vf.'~!:ils~~ Wheels" The state's motor vehicle department ne tted S8 ,819 as its sha1'e will be parked in Market square of the fines paid by traffic offendtoday and tomorrow, open to ers and the city treasury was enthe public and especially to riched by $4,010 horn fines paid in youngsters from lO am to lO all cases. Last year the city's court pm. receipts totaled $6.381. The big van-large as many • • • cross-country buses-was designed UNDF.R STATE LAW, the motor by a pioneerf in the Sh field•ffofJ crime . . . Ed- ven,cle department receives 90 ,.,,o of preven ti on, armer en · . the fines paid in traffic cases while ward Slavin or New Haven, Conn. the rity retains 10 %. The vehicle's equipment Includes 'l'he most serious charge given e v er y death-dealing instrument hea1·in1 i11 1948 was the murder from police revolvers to the electric co·.:nt tin,ught against Costas Gouchair, the same model used in con- malatsos for the gunshot slaying or . necticut and most state prisons. his former wife. Goumalatsos Is The Democratic aspirant for the natorial nomlnation-,>rovided he Super-modern crime-fighting ap- serving a long penal term after governo,rship of New Hampshire, gets the nod from the Democrats, of paratus includes gas all'd riot guru;, convictinri of murder In the secHarry Carlson of Plainfield, likes course-Carlson says his grievance leg-irons, handcuffs, ironclaws, bul- onll degree. Portsmouth but he sometimes ques- rests with the fact that many other let-proof vests, detection powder, Meanwhile, both state and local tions the official hospitality here. cities have similar ordinances but ultra-violet ray equlpment, a drunk- poJce credited an intensified camThe former Democratic national Portsmouth ls the only one that reometer, a large magnet capable of pA :gn airamst drunken driving with committeeman disclosed that yes- fuses to give him special dispensal!ftlng three guns and six pistols a 16 % jump in convictions !or that terday as he said he had been re- tion. Terming his "poltlcismobUe" a from under water, and a real ja!J offense. fused permission to speak In Portscell. Forty-three drivers were found "moblle headquarters to serve all mouth for the second time in two guilty in 1948 of drhing while unthe people of New Hampshire," the der the influence o{ liquor as comyears. It's all familiar environment former Henry Wallace aide says he pared to 35 in 1947. Speak his way, that is. for Sheriff Slavin. The 50-yearhas spoken to about 5,000 people in However, convictions for failure old crime-fighter has handled And Carlson's way ls from the the past two weeks. to halt at traffic lights or stop signs 30,000 commitments. Obsessed back of a "mobile campaign Bis political platform is main• fell to one third of the 1947 total. with his conviction that crime headquarters" which has seen ly a criticism of transportation • • • can be stopped in early youth, service as a Salvation Army and utility costs and an occa• POLICE ARRESTED 185 offendcanteen but now is equipped he pitched S30,000 of his own sional rap at the administrative ers in this class last year but only for the business of getting votes. stocks into his venture and into policies of present state officials. 60 faced court proceedings in 1948. a school for homeless boys or The reason he was refused, CarlHe was conducting a campaign Offenses involving "unreasonable ' youths from disorganized famson said, ls because Portsmouth has for election to Congress two years speed" apparently remained about ilies. a city ordinance banning use of ago when the police refused him His school--<:alled Boys' Vlllage, the same. Two hundred and ten mobile sound equipment. permission to speak from the moin Milford, Conn., ls a famed, non- speeders were brought into court in Pledged to & political fight with bile truck. They gave the same reaprofit organization and Sheriff 1948, a drop of five from 1947. whoever winS the Republican guber• son. Motor vehicle department efforts Slavin wants it understood that its pupils are not criminals and have to control truck overloading are no connection with the "Jail on made apparent by the jump from W.heels" except that proceeds from seven cases in 1947 to a total of 66 public contributions on the lecture in 1948 . tour will be used for Boys Village . Fourteen of the 66 truckers convicted this year came in to plead maintenance. The "Jail on Wheels" Is an edu- their cases on Dec. 21. IL may be that Portsmouth resiON THE OTHER HAND, Portscational unit designed to show that the police pack too much "know- dents were little less Inclined to mouth people were no more violent how" and scientific wallop for crime open indulgence in liquor. A total this year than last. Assault cases of 54 tipplers were convicted o! pub- stood at eight for the current year to pay. The sheriff is originator of the lic drunkenness t-h ls year and 67 as against seven a year ago. Nor did disorderly conduct show "First Offender Movement". He is last year. Needless to say, some of them an_y Increase. Ten persons were arinterested in youth-particularly in keeping them from comtnitting that were "repeaters" throughout the two raigned on such charges ln both years. 1947 and 1948. The offenses infirst felony which might lead to terBreaking, entering and larceny, cluded fighting and "Peeping Tom" rifying death in the electric chair. check forgery and other critninal acts. With his realistic, eye-appealing offenses took a sharp upward jump But seven more persons In 1948 "Jail on Wheels," Sheriff Slavin is In 1948. Twenty-three persons were sought to evade the support of thelr carrying on his work, convinced "bound over" to superior court or families than the previous year; that if youngsters can actually see their cases otherwise disposed of Eleven wayward parents faced court the facts they will agree with him during the year. A total of 13 was action this year ln comparison to that "the criminal is a 100% loser recorded ln 1947. four in 1947. the· minute he starts." Carlson W~nts \to Speak, But Portsmouth Says 'No' �• fl, "2..,. War Hero's 8Qdy on Wa, For Portsmouth Reburial War Hero's Body En Route Home Fo·r Burial Rites The body of Pfc. Guy E. House, Jr., 19', son of Guy E. House of 227 Cutts street, will arrive in Portsmouth Tuesday f~r reburial. The Frank E. Booma Americanlf',,Legion post will be in charge of arrangements. The body is due to arrive at the local railroad station at 6:21 pm. -i."3 Private House was reported miss- ' ing in Italy May 24, 1944, and June 17 his father received a telegram The bodies of six Portsmouth 'from the war department notifying area World War II heroes have him that his son was officially rearrived In this country from Euroported killed in action. 1 pean cemeteries a.board the U. s. The young army veteran attended army transport Lawrence Victory. Portsmouth high school and was They are to receive military emp)oyed at the Portsmouth naval funeral services In their home shipyard before entering the service towns. in May, 1943. He received basic The men were Pvt. Gordon training at Camp Croft, N. C. V. Renner, USA, for whom the He Is survived by his father and Portsmouth United American stepmother; three brothers, RayVeterans post and auxiliary mond of Portsmouth, Richard and were named; Pfc. Howard A. Winfield of Goffstown; a step broHunt, USA, former Portsmouth ther, Thomas Nickerson, and three high school football star; Pfc. step sisters, Miss Idaletta Nickerson Wllllam H. Brooks, USA, of Kitof Portsmouth, Mrs. Francis Foye tery; Pvt. Daniel E. Janvrln, of Kittery and Mrs. James Sinclair Jr., of Seabrook; Pvt. Francis of East Hartford, Conn. Murphy, USA, of Newmarket; The body of P!c. Russell A. Hanscom, USA, is en route home for reburial according to a. telegram received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Justin M. Hanscom of 13 Porpoise way. Hanscom avenue at Fort Dearborn was named for the Portsmouth man who was killed in action pot. 13, 1943, in Italy. Private Hanscom, who was 22 years old, served with his infantry outfit In North Africa and Sicily before advancing to the Italian theater. He joined the army Nov. 6, 1942, and was stationed alt Camp Croft, s. c., before going overseas in February, 1943. A native of Portsmouth, he was born Feb. 12, 1922, and attended Portsmouth hlg.h school. Before entering the service !he was employed as a welder at t!he Portland, Me., shipyards. He is survived by his parents a.nd one brother, Justin M. Hanscom Jr. ;--==============.!:_______ Six Area War Heroes k Arrive for Reburial Veterans Plan Military Funeral For Pvt. Renner The man for whom the Portsmouth United American Veterans post is named is to be returned home. Plans for military funeral services for Pvt. Gordon Renner of Portsmouth have been started by the post and arrangements are underway to have the body lie in state at the Parrott avenue armory. The body of Private Renner is expected home next month. He was killed in Germany Armistice day, 1944, after only a month overseas. A member of the New ;Hampshire national guard for 11 years, Renner enlisted in the regular army at the start of World War II. He received his basic training at Camp Croft, S. C. Later he was stationed at Baltimore, Md., before being shipped across. The Portsmouth hero was born May 30, 1910, and attended Portsmouth schools. He was employed by Rival Foods, Inc., and later at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. Survivors in<:lude his mother, Mrs. Maude G. Renner; six sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Zeidman, Mrs. Thelma Iman, Miss Mildred Renner and Miss Jacqueline Renner, all of Portsmouth, and Mrs. Doris Lazodzinski of Vallejo, Calif., and Mrs. Bertha Philbrick of Kittery; a brother, Justin C. Renner of Newmarket, and two daughters, Miss Pauline Renner, 15, and Sandra Renner, six. and Pvt. Charles S. Indzlniak, USA, of Epping. Private Renner, a. veteran of 11 Fitchburg Major Assumes Command At Camp Langdon years of national guard duty, was kUled Armistice da.y, 1944. He was overseas a. month. Members of the Gordon V. Renner UAV post and auxiliary of Portsmouth a.re making plans for ' military services for the local wa.r hero. Private Renner received b!l,SiO training at Ca.mp Croft, S. O. He was stationed in Baltimore before being shipped overseas. Private Renner was born May 30, 1910, attended local schools, and was employed by Rival Foods, Inc., and in the. foundry at the Portsmouth naval shipyard. Survivors Include his mother, Mrs. Maude G. Renner; seven sisters, Mrs. Shirley Tasi, Mrs. Gertrude Zeidman, Mrs. Thelma Iman, Miss Mildred Renner and Miss Jacqueline Renner, all of Portsmouth, Mrs. Doris Lazodzinski of Vallejo, Cali!., and Mrs. Bertha Philbrick of Kittery; two daughters, Miss Pauline Renner, 15, and Sandra, six; also a. brother, Justin C. Renner of Portsmouth. Private Hunt, a three-sport star athlete at the local high school be• I Maj. Leon C. Smith, USA, of Fitchburg, Mass., this morning assumed command of Camp Langdon, Portsmouth Harbor Defenses. . Major Smith, who has been serving as executive officer, succeeds Lt. Col. Alfred Virag, USA, who has been transferred to the office of chief of staff, Pentagon building, Washington, D. C. Under a change of policy the local post will again come under the supervision of Col. Lloyd Geoppert, USA, commanding officer of the Portland Harbor Defenses. The Portsmouth post formerly was under the command of the Portland unit until World War II when Camp L!!_Ugdon was reactivated and ,staffed. tj e-, \ \ PVT. GORDON V. RENNER I fore entering the army, was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Otis L. Hunt of 234 Raleigh way. He was killed in action in France Nov. 18, 1944. After participat.ing in an army specialized training program at Fort Benning, Ga., Private Hunt was transferred to Camp Livingston, La., for infantry training and later went overseas. II Private Brooks, who was 19 when he was killed in action July 27, 1944, at St. Lo, France, was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Edgar M. Brooks of Kittery. A native of Rye, ne attended Wentworth-Dennett school in Kittery and Exeter high school. He was sent to Fort Devens at Ayer, Mass., after enlistment and sent overseas from an army fort in Michigan. Military funeral services are being arranged by the WallingfordHarris American Legion post of Kittery._ Burial wlll be Jn Eliot. Beslde.i;, his parents, Private Brooks Is survived by two brothers, Edgar M. Brooks, Jir., and Augustine Brooks; and two sisters, Mrs. 1 Edna Fargo and Miss Lillian Brooks, all of Kittery. �10 Area Veterans Honored at V-J Day Ceremony Three former marines and seven veterans received World War n medals at V-J day anniversary ceremonies at South playground Saturday, Capt. John B. Griggs, USN, chief of staff at the Portsmouth naval ba.se and principal speaker, voiced high praise for the contribution by submarines in World War II and for the qualities of Portsmouthbuilt subs. American Legion Dept. Comdr. Lawrence Walker urged' his listeners to vote in the coming primary election Sept. 14 as a civic duty and expression of a democratic form of government. by Col. John P. Stafford, USMC, of the Portsmouth naval base. Capt. Henry C. Bacon, USA, ordnance officer at Portsmouth Harbor Defenses, presented the Pacific theater and Victory medals to Carl I. Rowe of Kittery. Forrest L. Whitehouse of 20 Lafayette road, Portsmouth, received the Pacific theater and World War II medals; Frederick J. A. Hand, 40 Hancock street, Victory and Pacific theater medals; Paul J. O'Brien, 109 Spring street, Victory medal; Edward J. Pilarcyk, 112 Cass street, Victory and Pacific theater medals; Charles A. Vossis, 237 Melbourne street, European theater and Vic- I Ralph W. Tufts of 7 Dover road, Durham; Alan R. Bishlp of 6 Park avenue, Kittery, and Reicford A. Clayton of Central road, Rye, all f-0rmer marines received the Ameri- 1 can Campaign and Asiatic Pacific medals. The presentation was made Portsmouth~ Eliot Heroes St\l I Cory medals, and Dominick M. Zan- and music was furnished by the gar!, 195 State street, European Portsmouth City band. theater medal. Paul O'Brien, Legion Americanization officer, was in charge of the program. Mayor Cecil M. Neal, a member of the local Legion post, presided. Miss Jean Comeau was sol-;o::::ls:'.!t~--- -- - -::-- Five Area War Dead . , .n.~ - The bodies of five greater Poi tsmouth war heroes are en route home for reburial aboard the army transport Lawrence Victory from Italy. Among the 92 bodies being returned to Maine and New Hampshire a.re Pfc. Russell A. Hanscom, USA, of Portsmouth, Pfc. Richard W. Blake, USA, of Hampton and Pfc. Donald Bourgoin, USA, of Durham, First Lt. James L. Rostron, USAF, of Kittery a.nd Pfc. Rosario D. D. Roberge, USA, of South Berwick. !~!i~~- Private Hanscom, son of Mr. and 1 Mrs. Justin M. Hanscom of 13 Por- I poise way, is due to arrive a.t the GorPortsmouth railroad station ThursMllltary funeral services were heid ;~llla.m H. Brooks of South Ellot. don V Renner of Portsmouth, imd P c. day night. . h man Active bearers were Justin RenA military funeral will be held a.t Services for the Portsmout brother Percy R. Iman, Christ Eipscopa.l church Saturday the son of Mrs. Maude G. Renner ~;~ther-in-la;, Ralph Martell, Mel~ morning under the direction of of 222 court street, killed in Ger- vin H. Brown, Omer Comeau an Frank E. Booma post No. 6, Amermany Nov. 11, 1944, were held yu- Vito P. Massaro. 1 teered for ican Legion. The Rev. Shea.fe Walkst John's Private Renner vo un er, rector of Christ church, will ofterday afternoon from . arm service in August of 1944 and church. The Rev. Robert H. Dunn, was Y called to active service the ficiate. Russell A. Hanscom park a.t Atpastor, officiated. next month. ks n lantic Heights and Hanscom a.venue 8 Cecil M Neal mayor, and Mary services for Private Broo • ~ at Fort Dearborn a.re named for the c Donde;o for~er mayor, a.s well or Mr. and Mrs. Edgar M. Br~ul8, I Portsmouth native who was killeu · embers' of the city council were who was killed In France on ft Y in action Oct. 13, 1943, in Italy. Prias m 44 held yesterday a eramong those in attendance. 27, 19 , were h Eli t Methodist vaite Hanscom also had seen action Representa.tlves of the Gold noon a.t the Sout o Star mothers and other patrichurch. tor in North Africa and Sicily. A former otlc organizations were present, The Rev. G. W. H. Buzza., I>M ' I welder a.t the Portland, Me., shipyards, he was born Feb. 16, 1922, including members of the Masofficiated. ducted sa.chuestts state department, Mll1ta.ry services were co:M u- and attended Portsmouth high school. Unlted American Veterans and by Comdr. Ralph W. Symo • He joined the army Nov. 6, 1942, members of the Middesex slsted by Mr. Buzza. onducted and w stationed at Camp Croft, Mllita.ry services county council. t iwere Mt c Pleasant Preceding the service, prayers for at the !amily 1o Ba;u Harris, S. c., before going overseas in Fehruary, 1943. !~~:~~~he;:r~:~~yinh:;ela~!a;: ~~;;:[: :ry t~ev~~~~ro~!~H:ar: Survivors include his parents- and state since Friday morning. post, followed by f~mished by a brother, Justin M. Hanscom, Jr. The 964th coast artlllery, New The color guard was Lieutenant Rostron-, son of Mr. and Hampshire national guard, in com- the po.st and its auxllla.ry. f d Mrs. Robe.rt L. Rostron of Newson mand of Lt. George Boisvert, acted Bearers, from the Walling or ; a.venue, Kittery, was killed in a.n as a.n escort from the church to Harris post, were Fred W. D1;ped, Sa amore cemetery. The Gordon Gra.nville Berry, Woodbury ur • ail'Plane era.sh near Mt. Lauro, Italy, Re~er post, United American Vet- Fred H. Marden, Samuel C. Estell April 28, 1944. erans, commander, Robert Psa.l~, and Ernest Hasson. Holder of the Silver Star, Dish ld services there, assisted Y tinguished Flying Cross, Air C~mdr. Joseph L. Louther of the Vetmedal with 15 bronze and three erans of Foreign Wars. silver oak leaf clusters, the KitThe Gordon Renner post was tery man enlisted in the air force named for the deceased. Jan. 2, 1942, a.nd was selected for A firing squad sounded a volley pilot training. He received his under the direction of Charles commission as a. second lieutenweeks and "Taps" was rendered 'l>Y ant Jan. 14, 1943, at Craig field, bugler. Mr Ala.. Honorary bearers, with whom ·\ His first overseas assignment was Renner had been associated in both as a. P51 Mustimg fighter pilot with the national and state guards, were I the 12th air force. He was serving J·a.mes E. Sylvester, Leslie C. Manwith the 15th air force when first ning Alphonse J. Lemire, Percy B. reported missing after an escort Larr~bee, Nathaniel H. Young, Edbomber mission to Piombino, Italy, gar R , ,.~dd ,_,.,, , James Veino and John • in April, 1944. R. Parkhurst. Lieutenant Rostron was born in Commita.l services were read bY Kittery Aug. 8, 1922. He was gradRev. Dunn. uated from Traip academy in 1939 Buried in Ho~~a.y /09 •1 RUSSELL A. HANSCOM !; l a. r JAMES L. ROSTRON and attended the University of Ma~ for two yea,rs. Private Blake, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fprrest -Blake of Black Swamp road, Hampton, was killed in action in Italy in February, 1945. He was born in Exeter and was graduated in 1943 froµi Hampton academy and high school where he was prominent in athletics. He entered the army in August, 1943, and was assigned to the air corps. He later was transferred to tlhe ski troops and trained at Camp Hale, Colo. He was serving with a.n infantry unit when killed. Survivors also include a. brother, Hollis, and a sister, Phyllis. Private Bourgoin, son of Police Chief and Mrs. Louis Bourgoin of Duz,ham, was killed Oct. 10, 1943, while serving with the 15th infantry signal corps in the Fifth a.nny. �1/0 Huge Crowd Sees )1,3D Spectacular Parade Santa Claus arrived in town late yesterday afternoon and was greet~d l;y a colorful Christmas parade and the shouts of an estimated 6,000 cht~dren and parents who swarmed into Market squa1·e and ?ongr~s~ street m one of the biggest demonstrations of community Yuletide spmt In the city's history. Santa himself rode atop another decorated as an igloo and sleigh t, His visit also was marked by the float pulled by the traditional reindeers. sparkle of thousands of bright- All four floats were brightly decocolored lights strung throughout the rated in Christmas colors of green, downtown area in another pre- red silver and white. i.ieading the parade was a pollce cedent-setting display. cruiser ope-rated by Officer Forrest The throng, which Included about E. Hodgdon, Jr. Robert E. Whalen, 3,500 children, crowded Jnto the president of the Chamber of Comroadway and sidewalks along Con- m".)l'ce retail board, which arranged gress, Market, Daniels and Pleasant the spectacular parade and Christstreets, and Market square, creating one of the heaviest traffic jams in Imas lighting display, also accomniany years. Local police, directed 1panied the police escort. Then came the Portsmouth high by City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt, labored for several hours before school band and cheerleaders in theit smartly tailored uniforms. traffic was returned to normal. More than 50 volunteer high school The parade, originally scheduled students were dressed in the "Hapto get underway at 4:30, did not py Land" costumes donated by Ell start until close to 5 because of a N. Lagasse of Haverhill, Mass., delay In Santa's seaplane flight. The whose business firm installed the plane landed on the Piscataqua Christmas decorations and providriver and Santa was escorted to the ed the floats. Senior high school, starting point • • • of the paradt-, In a Portsmouth fire THE "HAPPY LAND" characters truck. drew loud ovation along the entire • • • line of march. They included groCHIEF INTEREST In the parade tesques similar to those used in the which moved along Congress street annual Mardi Gras cel~brat!on at to Market square were four g!ant New Orleans. Upon reaching Market square the floats, and a large number of "Happy Land" characters. One float con- parade circled a giant Christmas sisted o! a towering box, crowned bell, installed on the safety island, by several wooden horses ridden by and remained there until the lights Portsmouth grammar school pupils. were switched on by Miss Barbara Another float was In the form of Peterson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. a large red brick cottage and de- Wllliam M. Peterson of 111 Raleigh picted Santa Claus, with his tra- way, an Atlantic Heights grammar dition bag of gifts In hand. On the school pupil. porch of the house were Christmas lights and a decorated tree. A third display was 1n the form of a tall Christmas-wrapped parcel. I App 1 au s e echoed throughout the downtown section as Miss Peterson pulled the switch and the thousands of bulbs Ignited along Congress, Pleasant, Daniels and Market streets. The lighting effect also includes a large simulated Christmas tree in the center of Market square and a sign bearing the words "Merry Christmas," extended across Pleasant street from the bank section to the North Congregational church. After the lights were turned on the parade returned along Congress street and disbanded at the Senior high school. Many s.peotators remain-eel in the downtown area until the stores closed In order to get an early start on Christmas shopping. Most local department stores reported an unusually large business as a result of the parade. The city's restaurants handled the largest portion of business as both parents • • • 1 and children sought warmth in the MRS. CHARLES H. AMHOFF, cold windy weather. garden club president, pointed out that the nativity scene should be installed with appreciation o! the various conceptions involved, such 113 as the belief that wreaflhs signify "without end;" triangles mean "The Trinity" and stars are associated with "the nativity." I Three prizes w111 be awarded 1n each class. The gifts will be fur' nished by the retail board of the •1 Chamber of Comanerce. , In an effort to infuse Christmas Mrs. Amhoff said the judging will spirit throughout the community as be done sometime between Dec. 20 a whole the Portsmouth Garden and 24 by quallfled experts. Names club th;ough the cooperation of the of the judges will not be announced. Cha~ber of Commerce, wlll sponsor Mrs. Amhoff added that careful a. Christmas decora.tlon contest for consideration wlll be given to local business and householders. Christmas spirit, beauty, orlginThe classes: allty, balance and proportion. (1.) The most effectively Ughted Names of the winners will be anhouse, judged as a whole. nounced Christmas eve. (!!.)The most Inviting and best Use of restricted material such as decorated entrance or porch. trailing evergreen, princess pine and (3.) The most artistically decorlaurel will d!squallfy entrants, acruted Uving Christmas tree. cording to Mrs. Amhoff. She said (4.) The most artistically decorrthat commercially grown laurel and ated commercial building. holly may be used. (5.) The most effective nativity To enter any of the classifications scene W'hich may be displayed 1n local residents and businessmen windows or outside. should contact Mrs. Amhoff at (6.) The most artistically decor679-R and submit their names and ated club house. addresses. Yule Decoration Contest Out1•1ned By Garden clUb �IIJ Yule Decorations 'Tops'; AwardJJ Winners Listed 1.'7 Christmas decoratlohs In the downtown and residential dlstrlcts were "outstanding" and a "de'clded Improvement" over past years, according to the judges of a contest sponsored by the Portsmouth Garden club and the local Chamber of Commerce. I Mrs. Charles H. Am11off, Garden*,-----,.--------'---club president, said that the judges, Prof. L. P. Latimer of the University cf New Hampshire and Mr. and Mrs. Victor E. Amee of Ktttery Pofnt, complimented P!11tsmouth merchants and residents who decorated their homes and establishments for the Yuletide holiday. There were 55 entries from Portsmouth and R ye in the decorations Thirty-four new families applied contest, the largest since it was to the Family Welfare association started several years ago. for assistance during November, • • • Mrs. Dorothy Bovard, executive secFIRST PRIZE for the best house retary, reported at the December decorations was awarded to Mr. and meeting of the association's board of directors. Mrs. Frederick D. Gardner of 1360 South street. Other winners In that Seven appealed for aid because of class were Mrs. Frank D. Butler of serious llines.s in the family, she said.· 115 Pinehurst road, second; Mr. and Mrs. Herman C. Smi th of Court Plans for tlhe care of three youngstreet, third; and Herbert P . Warry sters considered potential delinof 73 Sagamore a.venue, Mr. and Mrs. quents were discussed.. Fred B. Severence of 244 ,Newcastle avenue, and Robert McLane of 263 ! It was reported that the association case worker visited 143 fam11ies Rockland street, honorable mention. during the month. Ralph T. Wood of 83 Willard aveIn reporting the directors' meetnue won first prize for the best decorated doorway. Other winners In Iing, the association pointed out that that class were Mr. and Mrs. John J. · It acts as a clearing house for Christmas contributions for needy Castellano of 236 HIilside drive, secfamilies. . ond; Mr. and Mrs. Alberic Ouellette Those desiring to help In the proof 440 Richards avenue, third; and ject.., may do so by volunteering Mr. and Mrs. Frank D. Gillespie of their participation to Mrs. Bovard 109 Ash street and Mr. and Mrs. Elby telephoning Portsmouth 172. mer Kothman of 170 Essex avenue, honorable mention. Andrew Jarvis of 31 Sherburne avenue took top honors in a. class for the best living Christmas tree. 34 New Families Seek A'id From ~-\i\ Welfare Agency • • • AND SON, Mrs. Ca therirle Hersey and Donald E. Hersey, Jr., eight, of 229 Concord way, won first prize In the Na tivity scenes division. Second and third prizes went to Mr. and Mrs. Howard P. Jackson of 85 Chatham street, and Mr. and Mrs. Roger Haskell of 1112 Maplewood avenue, respectively. Mr. Warr.v won honorable mention in this class. Th e Pittsburgh Consolidation Coal company of 35 Pleasant street won first prize in the commercial division while the Gardner Agency of 307 State street and t he Carroll Cut Rate store of 7 Congress street won second and third prizes respectively. The Hobbs Insurance Agency of 309 State street was given honA MOTHER I ' arable mention in the conunerc;al • Clfl.SS, The Mark H. Wentworth home on Plea~ant street won a special award for mter!or decorations. Honorable mention was glven Mr. and Mrs. Frank M. Marshall of 170 Sherburne avenue and Fred's Shell station at the intersection of Islington and Bartlett streets, owned by Fred R. Hoffmann. The Masonic Temple o::i Middle street won top honors for the best decorated club. Prizes were donated by Po"1-smouth merchants and the Garden club. Entrlei, Included both Portsmouth and Rye resident$. R W ORKER AND RECIPIE '),'-Mrs. Julia R. Spadoni, center, DONO , t l bal in behalf of her orpresident of the Altrusa club, ~resents a ~:::de:t ~ Portsmouth schools, ganlzatlon. Raymond I. Beal,_ right, s~per t Mrs 0 Patricia MacDonald, accepts In behalf of the public schoo sys em. . left, dental hygienist, looks on. (Ports~~ Heral~photo) -----.......--==--------- A1trusas Present Dental Chair to ,:ll~t) Public Schools Chamber Votes Yule~ide Change In Store Hours ll•'l The Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce rel;ail board voted today to inaugurate Chrlstml!S closing hours Portsmouth public school chiltwo days earlier than scheduled. dren are due for whiter teeth. Local businessmen originally planA port able dental chair W!lS prened to keep their establishments sented yasLerday to Raymond I. open until 9 pm starting Dec. 17 but 'Beal, supe,·intendent of Portsmouth changed plans today and decided to schools, by Mrs. Julia. R. Spadoni, j stay open until 9 pm after Dec. 15. president of the Altrusa. club, who The retail board member6 made made the present ation in behalf of the change because or the unexher organizAtion. pected Christmas business which Mrs. P:itricia MacDonald, dental bloomed after the down-town lighthygienist . in Portsmouth schools, ing display was switched on last will use the chair at the elementary week, according to a Chamber of schools and hopes to examine stuCommerce spokesman. dents wt the junior and senior high It also was announced at today'6 schools also, if time permits. Mrs. meeting that Santa Claus wm be 1n MacDonald examines the teeth of the down-town area from 9 am to ' each student and with the use of 5:30 pm from Dec. 10 to Dec. 15 and the new chair, she wlll clean teeth. from 11 am to 8 pm between, Dec. Con-ectlve work 1s also done, with 15 and Dec. 23. the assiste.nce o! local dentists. Reta\l board members voted to Mrs. MacDonald also conducts cooperate with Traip academy ofclai-ses in dental education in Ports:Icials in a distributive education mnuth public schools. program at the school. The board The school dental program was decided to act as an advisory comlaunched in October, after a recess mittee to assist Frank Dorr, disduring ~he war yea.rs, Mr. Beal extributive education instructor at plained. Tralp. The Altrusa club has chosen the Final plans also were made for den.al clinic as a "club project," Mrs. Spadoni explained. The club the Christmas decoration contest beIng conducted among Portsmouth plans to add more equipment to householders and local business esfurther the dental clinic program, tabllshments. The contest 1s being she added. sponsored by the Portsmouth Garden club In cooperation with the I Cl1amber of Commerce. f �C9mmunity Chorus to Sing 'Messiah' Here S~nday I The Portsmouth Community chorus will give Its 12th annual prdenta tion ot "The Messiah" by Handel at 8 pm next Sunday In the Portsmouth Junior high school auditorium. Soloists w!ll be Mildred Burnett*•-_,J;~-J.---...:....-----of Whitefield, soprano; Esther Var- I ney, Dover, contralto; Richard Kimball, Danviile, tenor, and Brandon Knowles o! North Hampton, bass. ~ Norman Moulton Leavitt will conduct. The chorus, organized in 1932, has been heard on coast-to-coast radio Two York Beach lobstermen-stranded more than six hours In freezbroadcasts and was engaged by Fabien Sevitszky, present conductor o! ing cold when their boat broke down between Boon island and Cape Nedthe Indianapolis symphony, to sing dick-were rescued by the coast guard le.st night. under his direction at the New Hampshire seacoast Music !est!- ~ Aboard the stricken vessel when it vals at the Arthur L. Hobson estate was found after a three-hour search were Brad Woodward and Fred at Little Boar's Head. Mrs. Hobson, founder and spon- Cummings. Their ages were not imsor of these festivals, is a perman- mediately known. ent member of the associate board of • • • J?Jl directors of the chorus. THE COAST G ARD said the • • men apparently had been checlc1ng IN ADDITIO to regular concerts traps when the motor on the boat The prl)mpt action of coa5t guardsin Portsmouth the chorus hall sung stalled. They had been stranded men at Fort Constitution was in the Rockingham county choral since about 4 o'clock. credited today with saving two Kit- , festival~ and the prewar New HampThe men's wives notified the tery brothers from possible tragedy 1,hlre Music festivals at the UnlverNubble light station that the lobsIn Port.!mouth harbor. dty of New Hampshire. termen had failed to return and the A non-profit organization, ttie The coast guardsmen went to the coast observers at the light subsechorus Is supported by membership ass!star.ce of Ralph Foye, 27, and quently alerted the coast guard dues from each singer, dues from Paul F 1we, 23, both of 3 Church rescue crew e.t Portsmouth harbor. sustair,lng members and voluntary strPet, Kittery, after their 34-foot Although cold and suffering from collecth.1111< taken at various concert-,. f13:1ing boat broke down early last The group's first performance in sl!ght exposure, the men apparently night nPar Whaleback ligh t. 1932 was "The Seven Last Words" did not require hospitalization, the · coast guard reported. hv D•1001s presented In the Middle THE TWO FI HER 1E reported s'treet Bllptlst church. This was fol .. to authorities that they left Kitlowed thP · next year by Rossini's tery a.t 6 am yesterday morning and , "Stabat 1ater." fished l\ll day. However, the water SoloiRt.~ were Doris Currier of pump on their craft failed as they Amesbury Mass., soprano; the late were returning to port about 5:30 8ara Dickey Simpson, contralto; last night and the boat fioundered John W Mitchell, tenor, and Oscar In the rough sea for nearly an ' Vaughn, bass, all of Portsmouth. hot:r before they were spotted by Soloi~t.5 appearing with the Por the coast guard. mouth Community chorus have Induded Royal Dadmun, prominent The disabled boat was towed in.t1merlcan baritone and recording to port by Clifford Tal>butt, chief artii;t· Wesley Copplestone of Bosmotor machinist's mate, David Merton, tt>nOJ , and Mary Shaw Mc• man, fireman, and Arthur Stewart, . Mahor !Oprano. seaman. The chorus 1! believed to have the Coast guardsmen said that the longest continuous ex!-,tence of any rough sea and heavy winds might local musical organization. have upset the boat 1f it had remained stalled any longer. coast 2 Guard Saves n-'ta y ork Lobstermen Kittery Broth rs Saved in Boat by AIert Guardsmen l ,. .. ! Dinner to Spur Local Chamber's Rebuilding Drive The rev!tal!zatlon campaign o! the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce bit '.high gear today as President David C. Packard announced plans for a "pep" dinner Friday Jan. 7 at the Rockingham hotel. Principal speaker at the cilnnerarra.nged to stimulate more community interest among the city's businessmen and women-will be Matthew J. Faerber, president of the Newport, R. I., Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Packard announced that the Newport Chamber of Commerce official will relate how a group of young businessmen in the Rhode Island community rebuilt their agency into "one of the li:ading civic groups in the country." I • • • MR. PACKARD said that New- port's Chamber faced the same problems which Portsmouth had last year and that Mr. Faerber would offer local businessmen "helpful information" to stimulate mo:e interest here. He added tha,t Portsmouth's Chamber of Commerce ha.a waged a revitalization campaign for six months and ,t hat the results have been evident in the success of the Christmas lighting display; the new directional sign at the Lafe.yett<! road entrance to Portsmouth; and the business guide which has been distributed by Chamber members. The "pep" dinner will get underway at 7:30 pm and Mr. Faerber's address will be-given at 8:30 pm. The affair is open to not only Chamber members but any other Portsmouth resident who may ·wish to attend. Mr. Packard a-dded that reservations may l>f' made at ithe Chamber of Commerce office at 50 Daniels street. At bhe same time Chamber officials released a. report on donations to the Christmas lighting fund. • • • KELLEY, Chamber of Commerce secretary, said that approximately $3,500 has been contributed l>y downtown merchants thus far. She added that another $1,000 must be collected before finances of the Christmas project can be paid in full. Miss Kelley expressed optimism tha.t bhe mone would be forthcomln~ as soon as several large ohaln stores receive appropriations from their headquarters iI) larger cities. She added that several smaller stores have yet to donate to the fund, but have promised to do so within the near futw·e. The Chamber or Commerce secretary said that downtown merchants were taxed $1.25 per lineal foot of store frontage and that it was the first time iDt the city's history that Ch1istmas lighting expenses were placed on such an "equi,table basis." MISS HELE Local Masons Install 27-Year-Old Master One of the youngest masters in its cl~-old histor last night by st. Andrew's lodge. AF & AM. Y was Installed Lynn J. folanderson, 27, who en-' WILLIS N. RUGG was Installed I . tered the lodge in 1942 and was alfor his 43rd year as secretary. It ls most Immediately elected to office was inducted by the Rt. Wor. Alon: believed that Mr. Rugg is the oldest secretary, from t:1e point of service zo W. Pa.,·.s. In New Hampshire. ' Ass!sth:g in the ceremonies were Other o!!icers to be Installed were Pa-,t Master Burnham E. Averill ~!and :narshal, and Past Maste; Harold L. Nickerson, senior warden• Howe.rd A. Campbell, Junior war~ •• .; .. ~<tri R. Noyes as grand cha.plain den; Alonzo W. Parks, treasurer; A past master's Jewel was presented Walter H. Allen, chaplain; Riche.rd to A. Neil Schiot, the retiring masH. Hay, senior deacon; Philip B. ter. Davis, Junior deacon; Wor. A. Neil Schlot, marshal; Paul E. Snook, senior steward; Byron Davis, Jr., Junior steward; Kennet,h E. Cousins organist. ' I �Vets to Un¥eil Memorial To Spanish].~\Wa r Heroes . A monument to all living ann deceased Spanish American W&r veterans ~ill be dedicated tomorrow on the Middle street lawn of the public library by members of all local military ?rganizatlons and t~elr auxiliar.ies. Fate of Camp Langdon '2..q Undecided by ~ Services Will the army t um Camp Langdon over to the navy as a possible naval training center? Will the army retain the unit for future use? Or will the camp, the largest in the Portsmouth harbor defenses, be sold as surplus property by the War Assets administration? The answers to these questions were cloaked in official sf• lence today as the army prepared to move its three officers and 49 enlisted men from Camp Langdon to Fort Constitution this weekend. "We're moving out 1n a few days but we don't know what's to be done wi~h- thls place," commented Capt. William Cargill, USA, commanding: officer at the camp. He suggested th at Capt. Carl E. Chilton, USA, adjutant at Fort Williams at Portland might sh ed some light on the mystery. But , Capt. Chllt0n's only comment was: "The army isn't ready to say what will be don e with the New Castle camp." It was learned that the War Assets admtnistration already has surveyed the property and that the camp and its buildings may be sold as surplus. And there also is the possibility that the navy might use the site to train personnel. Or the army may continue to operate the fustallation with only a maintenance man and caretaker on duty. The Frank E. Booma American* Legion post and auxiliary will be In t he monument while· Past Comdr. charge 0f the program which will Jetta Ernest will address the gathge, underway at noon. Also partlcl~ ering on behalf of the Spanish W~r pat,ing wii.1 be the Piscataqua Dis- veterans. Joseph L. Louther, pres1• .1 abled American Veterans chapter; dent of the Portsmouth Central Vet - , Emerson Hovey Veterans of Foreign erans council will offe1' a response. WllrS post; the local Gold Star • • • M:otners chapter; and the American AIDES WILL BE Past Command- , Vet.erans unit. · er Comeau, John C. Ross, Past Members of the Winfield Scott Comdr. Robert Nollie, Lee Scott, Schley camp ·of Portsmouth have Past Comdr. Walter Johnsbn and been invited to the dedication cere- Mrs. LP.et~ M. Rlntz, past presl9ent monies and will be guests at a of the Americn Legion auxiliary. •testimonial luncheon at 1 pm at the Committee members Include Past Rockingham hotel. Co:ndr. Richard A. Pinkham, For • • • rest, M.:>rrison, Mr. Scott, Mr. No.ble, PAST COMDR. Charles Black of and M- Cullen, all rep.resenting the the Frank E. Booma Legion post Frank E. Booma group. I will be master of ceremonies for the · dedication of the granite monument which will contain an inscribed metal plaque. There will be band sele~t1011s and Miss Jean E. Comeau will be soloist. , JZ , , Comdr. Ralph H. Atwell of the American Legion post will extend greetings; Post Chaplain Edward S, · The navy has no immediate plans White will lead prayers; and JoA memorial to Spanish War Vet- ; for the future deveiopment of Camp seph H. Cullen, Sr., will speak. The erans 1:; to be dedicated New Year's . Langdon 1n New Castle, a t Qp offimonument vim be unveiled by Sencial of the Portsmouth naval shipday at noon on the public library ior Vice Comdr. Forrest Morrison yard announced this morning, th\16 lsl'OunC:s at the corner o! Congress and Adjutant Arthur Woodworth. squelching rumors that the Installaaur! Middle streets. Commander AtweJl will present the tion would be used as a reservist Plans for the dedication were monument to the Spanish American training center. r>nno"ncf>ri at, a recent meeting of War Veterans and it will be acceptcamp Langdon-backbone of the the Frank E. Booma post, No.6, ed by Past Department Comdr.· . Portsmouth Harbor defenses during American Legion. James P. Kelley of the USWV;"Past: An Invitation to all •veteran or- , the war-was turned over t-0 navy Comdr. Omer Comeau of the Amercontrol by the war department over -ganizationtS and to the general ican Legion will place a wreath on the weekend. public to attend the ceremonies was • • • extended by Joseph B. Cullen, Sr. APPARENTLY UNFOUNDED rechairman. ports were that the navy would Two new members were accepted, use the facilities there as a training four applications received and t~o center for naval reservists. trans!t:rs. Capt. John B. Griggs, Jr., USN, The post agreed to assist the shipyard chief of staff, · today was Naval reserve in its effm-ts to quoted by a public relations offiRalph H. Atwell was elected change the local reserve unit from cial as saying the navy was compresident o! the Central Veterans submarines 'to surface craft. On Dec. 16, the post Is to meet pletely without plans for the camp. Council of Portsmouth at its 20th The camp, consisting of barracks, annual election meeting last night with auxiliary !or a Christmas mess halls and other structures ca_at the American Legion home. Mr. party and on Dec. 17 there will be a pable of accommodating 1,500 men, Atwell is president of the Frank E. Distric~ No. 3 meeting at Rochester. The Booma post and Voiture No. was vacated by the arroy last SepBooma American Legion post. tember. Others elected were Ralph Ma.r- , 70, 40 and 8 will be hosts to the It then was a . matter of specutel, a Veterans of Foreign Wars r e~- , youngsters at a Christmas party on lation whether the property would resentative, secretary, and John Dec. 19. go to the navy, to the War Assets Bechard of the Disabled American administration for sale or t o be Vetera,ns, treasurer, 1 maintained as a. contingent installaJoseph E. Louther, VFW presi- I tion for the army. dent and outgoing president or the Council, presided. The group accepted an invitation from the Frank E. Booma Ameri- 1 I War Memorial Dedication Set For Jan. 1 Here Ralph H. Atwell Elected Head ~~D Veterans Council can Legion post to attend a presentation ceremony a.t 12 noon Saturday, on the library lawn, when the post will present a plaque to the Spanish American War Veterans and a banquet at I pm at the Rock~ ingham hotel. The group will meet Thursday F eb. 3, a t the American Legion hall'. .2l:;;Jt> 'No· Plans Now' At Cam·p La~on, 1 .Navy Mainfa1ns Ill �Langdon Mansion Rich in History St Of Old Portsmouth By BETTY J. ELSON The sound of the heavy brass knocker reveroerates throughout the house. A heavy white door swings inward and the wind plays a minuet on the crystal pendants of the chandelier. A short step and the visitor has passed backward through two centuries of time into the 18th century Governor Langdon Mansion memorial. The very essence of colonial Portsmouth prevades this house, the home of John Langdon, five times governor of ew Hampshire, a. veteran of 12 years in the U. S. enate and first president of that body. This fine , white clapboard house on Pleasant street crowned with its captain's walk, sets well back from the street, flanked on either side with brick slave houses. It has long been described as the best example of 118th century architecture In the entire country. The house is open Fridays and Saturdays with Mrs. Charles W. Gray, Sr., and Mrs. Arthur J. Lance as hostesses. The property of the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities, the home is in excellent condition. Heavy tapestry paper, imported about 100 years ago, covers the hall walls. The hand-carved balustrade winds upward from a newel post hand carved from a solid block of wood with a center shaft and four '. comer spindles. The top of the post is decorated with a "peace button," a sign that the contractor was paid for his labor and that both he and the owner were satisfied and the "house is at peace." The south drawing room, with its intricately carved woodwork and fireplace, contains a 11pinet piano made abroad especially for the wall spa.cc in which it now stands. A hand-carved fruit motif adorns the sides and top of the large fireplace. The room is papered with a classic scenic wa11 covering imported from France about 100 years ago. On a table in one corner Is a framed lace handkerchief, the gift of George Washington to the mistress of the house during his visit to Portsmou th. On the other side of the hall Is the north drawing room which probably was used for state social functions. A huge breakfwnt bookcase fills one end of the room In this atmosphere of· spacious elegance Lafayette, Louis Phillippe, John Hancock and President James Munroe were among guests of Portsmouth's most famous son, whose hospitality was made possible by a fortune amassed through shipbuilding and trade. The fleur-de-lis design used in the keystone of the arches over the windows was cru·ved by wood workers from the Langdon shipyards in honor of the visit or Louis Phillipe. Bo th drawing rooms are furnished wi th pieces of period furniture some of which ls upholstered In rare needlepoint. On the site of the old kitchen stands the octagonal dining room, a replica of the dining room in the home of John's brother, Woodbury and the dining room of the Rockingham hotel. Al th ough Woodbury Langdon's home was destroyed by fire, the original dining room now part of the hotel, was sav!ld.' ------- Four closets !!11ed with rare old t china occupy the four corners of the room. Nota~le among furniture in the house Is a Victoria card table in the library, given by the Duke of Kent to Gov. William Eustis of Massachusetts, who married Wooqbury's daughter. John Langdon was born on the Langdon fal'mstea d on Sagamore creek June 26, 1741. His greatgrandfathe;·, Tobias Langdon, was a Corn!shman and one of the early settlers of New Hampshire. on his mother 's side be was descended from Gov. Thomas Dudley of the Massachusetts Bay colony. With his brother, Woodbury, who later became 11; judge of a superior court, he attended Major Hale's Latin school in Portsmouth. . MEMORIAL - The white clapboarded house, top photo, known as the Gov. Langdon Mansion Memorial, stands on Pleasant street as a memorial to John Langdon, Portsmouth native son a nd five times governor of New Hampshire. All the charm of the 18th century greets visitors as they step Into the hall, center. The fleur-de-11s was carved in the archway in honor of a visit by Louis Phillipe. The hall is papered with a century-old wall covering imported from l!'ranoe. Right Is a portrait of Gov. John Langdon, a member of the U. . Senate for 12 years and first signer of the Constitution. 0 �Jo!_ln served an apprenticeship 1~ the "counting rooms" of the Hon. Daniel Rindge and at an early age went to sea on one of Rlndge•s ships, first as supercargo and then as master, until he became captain of his own ship. John Langdon was one of the patriots, who, upon hearing the British were coming to remove arms and powder at Castle William and , Mary, stormed the fort at Nrw · Castle hauled down the king 's fla~ 1 and carried away about 100 barrels of gun powder. The next day John Sullivan or Durham arrived with a band of mil- / itiamen and made a second attack on the fort. I I This was thought to be the fir.~t / overt act or the Rcvolutiona ry ' wa~ I When he was 36 yearn old John 1 Langdon married EJi,mbcth Siler- I burne, daughter of Judge ,John Sherburne of Portsmouth. Tiley had two children, Elizabeth. who married the Hon. Thomas Elwyn of Canterbury, England, and John, Jr., who dled in early youth. 4 The first home of the youngLangdons was the old Sheriff Packer house on the site of the Elks home, but in 1784 the Langdon mansion wa~ built on the lot south of the Packer house. No expense was spared in mnklng the dwelling the most elegant in Portsmouth, a reputa tion which It still holds. I The house was handed down to Mrs. Elwyn and then came into the possession of the Rev. Charles Burroughs, rector of St. John's church for 37 years. It then becl\me the property or tl:i,t; late Woodbury Langdon or New York City, and his widow occupied it untU her death 'in 1945, ItheUnder thP. provlslons o! her will house was le!t to the New Hampshire Historical society to be preserved as a historic shrine but the society felt the sum provided for upkeep was In adequate. Tlte residue of the estate wrnt to the Cathedral of St. John the Divine of New York City. 1 Because the w111 established a charitable trust and because the executors were hnvlng trouble carrying out the tenns, nn apprnl wai; made to Atty. Gen . Ernest R. D'Amours of Manchei;ler. At the suggestion of the Langdon heirs, the Society for tlw Pn'.servation of New England Anllqu it irs w11s contacted as a possible tru.~tee of the estate. Through the efforts or Attorney General D"Amourn 1hr Cathedral of St. 'John the Divine allowed the society additional fund s Ior the upkeep of the house under certain conditions, one providin~ that the property be exempt from laxes. And so It stand!i today-I lits .shrine to a Portsmouth native son, , patriot and state.5man. I I .... �... Near-Dead Men and FoO"d Barrel \ \lo Named'Boon Isl nd'i Capt. John Dean and 14 seamen left England 238 years ago unaware f that their 10-gun schooner would carry them to more hardship than the Devil himself deserves and that their plight on a rocky Maine ledge would ~ive a name to a tiny Island off York. •, The ttlm schooner Nottingham Galley cleared England with fair October winds that held for several days. About halfway between England I a~d 'America - the ship's destination - the first inkling of trouble came. High seas swept the small ship out of control and for nearly two months she was buffeted about the frigid Atlantic by ripping winds. After a futile struggle against wind and smashing waves, Captain Dean sighted land. By charts and dead reckoning, he determined his posi- 1 Uon as somewhere near the mouth 'of the Plscataqua river. So he changed 1 his course southward to take him to Massachusetts bay. That was his last · deliberate act on the sea. From there the elements took command. I I ANORTHEAST GALE nearly upended the craft. The captain ordered THE l\fEN later started to build a raft, but the illness of the ship's carpenter slowed their task. The other men were so numbed by frostbite they were of little help. Only when the sun was at Its height at midday could they accomplish much. The men had been on the ledge a week, with no provisions but the three cheeses and a few beef bones that washed ashore. There is no mention in Captain Dean's log-now preserved in coast· guard and geodetic reports-of cannibalism . It was la te December before the men got their raft ready for the sea. They picked a day when the water was ,glassy smooth and Captain Dean, the strongest and :fittest, asked for volunteers to accompany him. All wanted to go. Captain Dean selected the mate, then his brother and three others. They waded out into deep water to launch the makeshift craft. As they ' climbed aboard a sea swept in from the ocean and capsized her, nearly trapping them under the heavy ' timbers. Before they could get back to the raft it was washed into the waves and smashed on the rocks. An ax and hammer were lost. But when the waves and wind became wilder, and a northeast gale hit, the men realized they would all have been lost anyway even if they had succeeded in launching their crude craft. all canvas except the foresail reefed. A sea-watch was stationed forward to spot breakers. During the evening the captain was on his way forward to survey the sea and sa!ls when he saw the white foam of breakers In the gloam. He ordered a starboard helm, but too late. The ship struck rocks with a grinding smash. The first heavy sea after the Galley struck wedged her firmly onto a. ledge. The ship rocked and creaked with the captain and crew :fighting desperately to keep their balance on the pitching decks. Faint cries broke from the crew-the first sign of panic. The captain ordered all hands to his cabin. There the 15 men knelt and prayed. Back on deck again they cut the masts by the board, then sliced away the I shrouds. Soon, one sailor ventured out on the bowsprit and reported in a hoarse shout to Captain Dean that he· saw something black ahead. He volunteered to try for shore If other crewmen would Join him. Two o! the strongest . .. THE NEXT DAY a seagull lit 011 a rock· nearby. The men caught It and divided the raw meat. From such slim fare they gained new strength and started to build a new TUE BOAT anchored 100 yards raft. As t)1ey were about to launch off the Island and waited until ebb It several days later, their fate tide when one of its crewmen padseemed to change. dJed to the ledge in a canoe. After They sighted a sail coming out of the r escuer saw the condition of the 1 the Piscataqua, recorded on Cap- crew, how many there were and / tain Dean's log ns "seven leagues listening to their tale, he decided to to the westward." The men hasLily wait for calm seas. He gave them erected pre-arranged signal fl ags. the makings of a fire. But the wind was northwest and The little boat then left for Portsthe ship was standing to eastward. mouth after its pilot promised to It was soon out of sight and the bring back help for them all the I despairing mariners decided that next day. However, when It left the 1 their fate had not changed, except island, a southeast breeze spr&.ng i for the worse. up and a heavy sea raged. The craft The next day was fair, however, was lost but the crew survived. They and the men determined to launch told the story of the shipwrecked their small raft. Two men tried I crew on the island and a boat was but were smashed back on t11e dispatched immediately to Portsrocks, Lhe raft overt.urned. Both mouth where preparations were survived. made for a rescue party. The next day--after prayers at Bad weather held for several days Lhe watt:r's edge-the luunc'h ing was but a~ soon ns Lhe wind a bated and I THE NEXT DAY the weather cleared. In the distance the captain · tried again. This time the two men seas calmed a boat took the men could see the mainland-the York coastline. HL~ only hope was that a got a way successfully and paddled from the island. Two days after weakly toward the mainland. All Captain Dean and his five compan•passing fisherman out of Portsmouth would see them. In the meantime he set his men to work scouting around lo find day the island-bound wreck victims planks and driftwood that could be used to build a shelter, and some sort watched the raft plying toward ions anived in Portsmouth, one lost shore. As darkn ess set,tloo the raft a foot, and Captain Dean Jost the of boat. I seemed to be half ,vay to the malh- 1use of his toes. The others survived land. But the men struck high seas / without any severe physical damThe cook, half-starved and half-frozen, became 111 and clied a few I nearer shore and were driven age . .hours later. The captain ordered the body placed on the edge of the aground In_ a 1ush of. water and A few days later men on the mainisland~where the sea would sweep it away. ' smashed timber. Their battered land-awed by the suffering of the For several days the crew lived under desperate circumstances. The raft later was found ashore. crew of the Nottingham Galleytemperature dropped below freezing. The men's hands and feet became One man was found dead a mile planted a barrel of imperishable numb and useless, :finally discoloring. Fearing gangrene, they pulled away, his paddle frozen In h1s h and. : foods and other necessities on the off their socks and shoes, but in getting off their socks they ripped frostThe second n ever was found. The J island where seas could n 0 t wash softened skin or tore the nails from their toes. Finally they used oakum men on the ledge knew nothing at It away. This was the "boon" that and canvas to wrap their legs and feet. the t1.m~ of what had happened to gave Boon island its name. their friends. They went on hoping It was not until the latter part of They built a new triangular tent, each side eight feet long, with old ' t on's a d m In Is t rasails and wreckage that had washed ashore. Inside, there was just enough for h elp. . George Was h mg On th e m_ornmg of Jan. 2, 17 11, tion that the District of Maine got space for them all to lie down spoon-fashion.But the closely packed bodies as the captam came out of his tent . conserved heat. Every two hours, the captain shouted and the men all he saw a small vessel bearing to: any navigation help. Then buoys turned over in Uillson. · ward ti1 l ct were established and a lighthouse e e ge; • • built on the barren little island. . swimmers came forward. If they made shore they were to signal by ' shouting to the oth~rs. Meanwhile the captain prepared for a shore party. He got papers, money anci ammunition from his cabin, brandy from the stores. By this time he found the vessel bilging. Her decks were opening, her back was , broken. The beams let go with a crack and the stern settled Into the water. I Rushing to the deck, the captain found it deserted. He slithered along the foremast across the deck pointing toward shore. Between huge rollers'that swept the stricken vessel, he edged forward on the mast unt!l he could jump to a ledge below. He fell among s!lppery rocks. Seas tuggect at him, tearing him off the ledge and Into deep water. He struggled back to a safe spot. He knew that his men had gone through the same experience and wondered how many of them had washed away. Later he heard three voices, joined in a frightened clamor by three others. Captain Dean crawled toward them. Then the seven men' huddled in a leeward cleft of the ledge enduring the biting winds and subsequent snow. At daybreak they returned to the scene of the wreck to find only a few pieces of mast and tangled cables. A few planks and timbers had lodged in the ledge along with three small cheeses, all that was left of the ship's cargo. Captain Dean surveyed his assets. The men had no matches. The . wood was spongy and waterlogged. All they had for warmth were a few I st.rips of canvas under which the men huddled. j ! ... . I I �Greenaway Calls Volunteers for Draft Board Duty (),0 1,500 Local Men Start Signing Up ~ For Draft Mon~ay · va1·1 a bl e ' ' Only 25 'A As 200 Sign Here \ 1 The Selective Service registration process moved along smoothly in Some 1,500 Portsmouth men 18 to Portsmouth's Community Center today with approximately 200 men al25 will start trooping to the Comready on the rolls, but only about 25 of them eligible for actual service. munity Center Monday morning to sign up for the draft called by the national Selective Service director, Theodore F. Munz, clerk of a matter of self-preservation "to the local board, said 168 m'en avoid a war." registered between 8 am and 8 Ralph H . Atwell, chief registrar for Portsmouth, said the Center's pm yesterday. A perusai of their upstairs gymnasium will be manned questionnaires, he added, indidaily between 8 am and 8 pm Moncated that about 25 of them fell day through Sept 18, with the exwithin the age groups and classiception of Labor day weekend. fications that would make them Six women, members of tl1e eligible for army duty, With registration in its third day. American Legion auxiliary, will fill out registration blanks and An expected 50 men would regis- 64 Portsmouth area men are eligidistribute questionnaires which ter today, Mr.- Munz said, adding ble for the army draft, Selective Service officials at the Community the prospective draftees m.ust that the rate probably will be about Center reported today. fill out and return within 10 the same each day until r egistration 1 Theodore F. Munz, clerk of the days. closes Sept, 18. The local board will Theodore F. Munz of 40 Whidden be in session every day, with the local board, said 412 men were street, clerk of the board, said that, 1exception of Labor day weekend, registered by 10 o'clock this morning, about 64 of them falling within contrary to popular opinion, veter- until the Sept, 18 deadline. the age and dependency classificaans 18 to 25 must sign up. He said Ralph H. Atwell, chief registrar tiop.s that make them eligible for World War II veterans in that age group are required to furnish their for Portsmouth, said yesterday that possible army duty. Ralph H . Atwell of 45 Richmond Mr. Munz said 168 men regwar-time serial number, their date veterans in the 18 to 25 age group street reported today he has been lstered Monday, 208 yesterday f of entry into the armed services and must register along with non-veternotified of bis appointment as chief ans, but advised that they bring and 36 up until 10 o'clock date of discharge, registrar for Selective service in Mr. Atwell said the Portsmouth records of their date of entry and ' this morning. Portsmouth. There was a trend, Mr. Munz registrars wi!J accept the registra- discharge from the service with The notification was made by added, toward registration of young tions of any residents of nearby them. Rockingham coun ty draft officials. towns who find it more convenient men, those between 18 and 21 in Mr. Atwell is commander of The only exceptions in the draft the last two days, This 1s indic~ted to register here than in other places. Frank E. Booma post No. 6, Amer-1 registration, Selective Service offi- by the fact tha,t of the 36 who reg"We are set up," he said, "to !can Legion. • cials reminded, are men now on ac- . istered this morning, 15, or a little accept registrations of 'tran1 tlve du ty with the armed services less than half, are "eligible." sients• and distribute them to and foreign diplomats. Members of Draft registration wlll continue the Rockingham county headquarters in Exeter." reserve forces are not exempt, through Sept. 18 with the exception Mr. Atwell said draft officials in Burnell E. Frisbee said today that of Labor day weekend. The ComRockingham county estimated that Kittery men in the required age munity Center registration site 1s about 1,500 to 1,800 men will be re- group may register at any time ln open from 8 am to 8 pm. quired to register ln Portsmouth the town clerk's office in Kittery Portsmouth Selective Service offialone. town hall. Men may register from cials announced today that hours Maj_ Gen. Lewis B. Hershey, na- 9 am to 5 pm dally or from 7 to 9 pm for registration at the Community tional director, was quoted by the tomorrow, he added. Center have been shortened. Associated Press, as describing the Ralph H, Atwell, chief registrar !>• t<Z draft as protection against "immediApproximately 20 Kittery said the board now wlll be in sessio~ ate and potential enemies." youths reported yesterday, Mr. Selective service registrants toat the Center from 8 am to 5 pm, ' Hershey aslo explained details of Frisbee said, adding that a regtaled 1,~84 in Portsmouth today as instead of from 8 am to 8 pm as registrll'tion and the draft. Followistration board at the navy yard the registration period entered its heretofore. ing registration each person will had taken much of the load off last day. Meanwhile, Theodore F. Munz, receive a sma!J card with 16 queslocal registrars. Theodore F . Munz, clerk to Regisboard clerk, said 530 men have regtions which must be filled out and John H. Greenaway, New Hamptrar Ralph C. Atwell, said that of istered at the local board since the returned in 10 days. shire Selective Service director, anthe men registered only 322 were first day. Of this number, he added, The questionnaire, Gen. Hershey nounced that Dr. Rolf Lium of ellglble for military service. only 78 are potential Gis. said, will help local boards to classiPortsmouth and Rye: has been apThe other men are ineligible acThe draft board wl!l be In session fy the registrant, whether in a pointed a medical advisor to the locording to Mr. Munz through pre~ today, tomorrow and Saturday. It deferred class or a class available cal boards. Dr. Lium is a surgeon. vious service in the armed forces wm be closed Sunday and Monday for service-IA, In other words. Other area doctors named were marriage or employment status. • and reopen Tuesday for the rest of The classifications are: Class Dr. John H. Sprague of Portsmouth, He added that he did not expect 1 the period through Sept. 18. - I-available for military sereye, ear, nose and throat; and Dr. the total number of men registering vice, Class II-deferred because Young men 18 to 25, whether or A. E. Peters, · Portsmouth, radio- would exceed 1,350, of occuptional status; Class III not they are veterans, are required grapher. to register. -deferred because of dependFor Rockingham county board No. ency; Class IV-deferred by law 8, medical advisors are: Dr. Heror because unfit for service; bert E. Plumer, Portsmouth; Dr. Class V-over age of liability Cleon W. Colby, Exeter; Dr. Max for military service. Baker, Newmarket; Dr. John T. Guy, Hershey explained that men wm New Hampshire draft headquarPortsmouth; Dr. John w. Blaisdell, be called into service this way: ters has received a second call for "When a local board receives a Epping; Dr. Edwin D. Lee, Exeter, induction of 48 men into military and Dr. C. W. Hannaford, Portscall for men to be inducted, the mouth. service in December, officials re· required number of men are chosen ported today. in the sequence of their dates of John H. Greenaway, state selecbirth from among those men in - tive service director, said the DeClass 1-A who have been examined s cember quota is lo addition to 31 by the armed forces and found to n men called up for induction ln Nobe acceptable." vember. An appeal for volunteer registrars for duty at draft boards during the draft registration period, was issued today by Maj. John H. Greenaway of Portsmouth, state selective service director. The volunteers, according to Major Greenaway, will assist local boards without compensation. "It will require about 12 minutes to register each registrant. Therefore, each board will need several registrars, some active and some in . reserve to answer your country's call on Aug. 30 through Sept. 18," Major Greenaway said. Volunteer workers ln the Portsmouth area were asked to contact Rockingham County Court Clerk Arthur J. Call at the court house in Exeter. /- - - - - - - - - - * 4 I2 Sign Rolls As Registration s 1 Enters 3rd Day \Atwell Named Draft Registrar I Draft Sign Up s, Hours Changed Draft Signing In Final Day /.December Draft Calls 48 Men 17 �New Hampshire 1anuary_ Draft D~ Seen Set at 60 ~ SI GN HERE, MEN-This is the scene at the Community Center this week and through Sept. 18'. as men 8 to 25 register for Selective Service. In background, Chief Registrar Ralph H. Atwell registers a candidate. In 1 middle is Clerk Theodore Munz. (Portsmouth Herald photo) CONCORD, Oct. 26 (AP)-New Hampshire's share of the army's latest draft call-due in January-will probably be about 60 men, the state selective service director said today. John H. Greenaway of Portsmouth said he h ad not yet r eceived official word of the army's call for 20,000 men in January. But he explained that on the basis of calls for November and December the J anuary quota for this state would be about 60. Thirty-one youths are slated for First D'raft Registrants Find Routl:ie 'Old Stuff' Draft registration in Portsmouth's Community Center was old stuff to the more than pO men who trickled in this morning to make themselves "available." . T oday, the first day of Selective Service registration which will extend through Sept. 18, saw mostly combat veterans of World War II signing on the line. They answered questions an aplomb that bespoke siderable experien ce with sortr of thing. They h ad answers on t he tips of tongues. with con• that their thefr When they walked in the frorut door of the community Center, th ey looked around, the~ with ~racticed steps, moved forward _smgly to the lobby where interviewers awaited them. There was no confusion. There were no questions such as, "Where do we go?" "What do I have to do?" or "What's it all about?" Some came in dungarees an d work-begrimed polo shirts. Others were natty in white shirts, ties and n eatly-pressed pants. None of them were embarrassed even the slightest. They smiled at each other knowingly as though to say: "Here we go again, guys. When did this happen before? It all seems so familiar." Ralph H. Atwell, Booma post American Legion commander, and chief Selective Servioe registrar for P or tsmouth, said the majority of today's registrants "somewhere got the impression that only 25-yearolds were due this morning." Atwell said that was not the case. ''We will take them any time, any day. There are no age groups. We also wi!J register men regardless of their home address. If they're transients! we will forward their records from here to their home boards." Assisting Mr. Atwell this morning were 'Theodore F. Munz, clerk of the Ports~outh board, and women members of the Booma post auxiliary. First Draft Call Issued in State i <.\ CONCORD, Sept. 29 (AP)-NJw Hampshire draft boards were notified today to send 117 men to Manchester next month for physical examinations. From tha t group 31 wj.11 be chosen for the state's first quota on Nov. 15 In t he peacetime draft. Coun ty calls are: Belknap six; Sullivan seven ; Hillsborough 36 ; Carroll, four; Cheshire nine; Coos 10; Grafton 10; Rockingham 13; Strafford 10; and Merrimack 12. The examin ations in Manch ester will be held Oct. 7, 8, and 14, Selective Ser vice Director J ohn H. Greenaway said. Mr. Atwell added· that Portsmouth naval shipyard officials had set up a separate registra tion board at the n avy yard for the convenience of workers there. "The navy ya rd has been supplied with the necessary forms au d inform ation ," Atwell said, "and by registering their workers, they save man hours and time." Mr. Atwell said the local board will be in session at the Community Center from 8 am to 8 pm daily through Sept. 18, with the exception of the Labor day ,weekend. Maj. John H. Greenaway of Portsmou th, New Hampshire Selective Service director, said in Concord this morning that all men 18 through 25 must register before Sept. 19. The only exceptions, M a j o r Greenaway ~dded, are men now on active duty with th e armed for<:es and foreign diplomats. Veterans and members of reserve components, are not exempt from the r egisbration. Only about 800 of t hose who register in ew Hampshire dur- I Major Greenaway $aid. National Selective Service officials described the registration process as merely ''an official census of draftage men." Only a fraction of the million who r egister w111 be drafted into the armed forces for a 21-month stretch during t h e n ext two years, they added. The expected proportion will be one out of 42. in November, I County Board Lists .D 'l..\ December Draftees ing the next three weeks are expected to be ind ucted for service during the first year, induction Greenaway said, and another 48 will be picked out for the December quota. About three-quarters of those taking pre-induction physical examinations have been rejected, he reported. This high rate of rejections he attributed to the fact th11,t many of t)1em have previously been turned down for wartime service and that the peacetime draft is beginning with older age groups. County breakdown will be: Belknap, Carroll and Coos, one each; Cheshire and Sullivan, two each; Strafford, three; Merrimack, four; Grafton and Rockingham, five each; and Hillsborough, seven. 1 Five Rockingnam county men, including two Portsmouth residents, will report to Grenier fi eld, Manch ester, for army induction Dec. 28, draft board officials in Exeter announced today. They are Martin Brown, 24, of 934 Maplewood avenue, Portsmouth, a dry cleaning establishment manager; Hugh A. McDonald, 24, of 296 Aldrich road, Portsmouth , a former electrician; R aymond J. Theberge, 24, of Salem, a mill worker; Robert Cooney, 25, of Danville, a lumberman; and Roland Gamache, 24, of Derry, a truck driver. Mrs. Leona Papoulias, chief clerk for the Rockingham county dr aft board, said the men alr eady h ave passed physical examinations an d will report to the armed forces induction station at Grenier field for classlfi• cation and assignment to bas ic training centers. She said the five men will report at 7:45 am Dec. 28 at t he draft board office, 111 Water street, Exeter, and will be transported to the air ba-se by bus. Mrs. Papoulias also announced that four Rockingham county men were sent to the induction station last. month. They were Frederick G. Tenney, 25, of Parsons road, Rye, a construction worker; Thomas C. Kennedy, 25, of 205 Sagamore avenue, Portsmouth , a taxi driver; Joseph Leary, 24, of 304 Woodbury avenue, Portsmouth, a former sheet metal worker ; and Marlo T. Castricone, 25. of Salem, a farmer and truck driver. 1 �-r---------~------- Holiday .Granted Two Local Men'i\_,1 In Army Draft ,I Dim M e rro w Hold,~ Hop~ For Shoals R~sc~~ tatfon • U. S. Rep. Chester E. Merrow expressed doubt today that the gov- Navigation division of the coast ernment would grant requests b•., guard. Merrow had promised earlier that he would ask that the gov~ Portsmouth area fishermen and ernment clear pollution from Great Two Port1nnouth young men are 0i yachtmen that the Isles of Shoa,s bay for the possible establishment to be called to help fill New Hamp- V coast guard station be reopened. of oyster anct smelt industries. shire's December draft quota of 48 However, the congressman di•. . Merrow also said he Is requestmen. closed that the government will a,- i~g th at army engineers survey the But one good "break" is being 15 sign a boat to li1rht tenders at tl - P1scataqua river as far as Great bay given the new draftees-the InducShoals for re cue work. lt' ~nd insta-ll "adequate" buoys. He tion date has been changed to Dec. mfonned Redden that results of his Congressman Merrow made l1ie 28, permitting them the Christmas disrlosure In a leHer to Allin F move will be announced later. holidays at home. The New Hampshire solon said Redden, treasurer and execut. · So far Portsmouth has sent two ,!Ve secre t ary of the New Ramps hirn he had discussed with coast guard men Into ' the new selective service army-In which even the sergeants Se~co~st Regional Development, as- officials transfer of the Portsmouth Harbor lifeboat station from Wood sociation In Port~mouth. and second lieutenants are sup- 1 island to Fort, Constitution. posed to be human. • • • He said the reasons for the reloAnnouncement or the December THE LETTER detailed c' ll Jc on quota and the new Induction date ..t nk rn by !_11c c011gre.,~ma11 lo r~btaln cation included poor launching conwas made today by selective service _adequat_e. coast g1mrd prot,~ctlon ?itions in heavy weather at Wood island; necessity for continued and 111 I.he VIC:tllty ()r Porl,smout"'' l headquarters In Concord. •,i 1ar• • • bor and along the New Hail'.\pshire extpensive repairs to launchway; difcoast. The rrprn., entative laulI~ h e ct ficully of maintaining a drinking JOHN A. GREENAWAY of Ports, water supply from the mainland· Im; campaign following a rec;;;, . mouth, selective service director, • in' added another cheery note to prosspec ti on of harbor facilltie'ii with anrt poor mail service. officials of the State Phnni!1 He added that the possibility for pective draftees: Development commission. ~ a nd dispatching trucks and amphibious The January, 1949, quota for New Hampshire has been slashed from Represcnhtive Merrow ha an- ~eh1cles from the unit on Wood nounced aftrr ius survey th t h island to scenes of distress along the 61 to 31. Reduction of the January quota 1rnuld scrk "i111111rdirle'' actioi\ fo~ coasl was "precluded" by its offshore location. In New Hampshire Is a reflection of lhe transfrr or the pre~rnt ~ • • • the natlon~l plct,ure, according to guard station at. Fort Constilu~~Sl . , ' • 1011 M_r. O~eenaway, who explained that . t 0 J nfhc,v L~lD TERi\lEN and boating enPomt. and the reope11,in the 20,000 quota !or the month has strong or the Isles of Shoals station. ~ g thusiasts had registered \ been halved. protest with the government over County headquarters for selective 1 THE CONGRT:SSi\t,\N reporl~rt the transfer of the station · from service said the names of the Dethat he had discu.<srrt all matt,.~ Wood island lo Fort Constitution cember drnftees would not be availrelating lo Pot t.~rnoul,h hart J~~ and had requested that station be abl~ until after their Induction but Great bay, lhc lo11oy sllual i01, 1 ii~ movrct back lo rither Wood island that Porti;mouth must provide two the Plscataqua :·her and posi:'.bl or Jaffrey Point. of the five-man quota. Merrow said that the reason for dredging operation.~ with Co·iridi~ In November, four were taken, Leslle Haverland of the Ai(s t~ the relocat!on to Fo;t Constitution two of them from Portsmouth was that the coast guard already and one from Rye. They were maintained a light station at th Thomas C. Kennedy of 205 Sagaarmy base. He added that livin; more avenue, Joseph Leary or qua rte rs could be main ta lnect at Woodbur:,, avenue and J;;rederlck O. the fort at negligible cost and that Penney or RFD No. 2, Portsmouth. the. consolldation of the lifeboat station with the lighthouse promised further e::onomy, Improved effic:ency and that suitable all-weather boat-handling facilities were avallnble from the anny at no cost. I I . .. I l The congressman cited several reasons why the coast guard station was not transferred to Jaffrey Point as requestcu by the fish~rmen and yachtsmen. He said tha~ practically none of the fort's advantages we,-e offered at Jaffrey Poln; 1tnd that relocation at this site would have e~1lailed heavy expen~e and con.~1cterable delay in effecting the move. He said that government ofTiclal:; who Inspected the two location~ <F?rt Constitution and Jaffrey I Pomt) a·e:ommencted the army In- I IIE SAID that Portsmouth Har- / stallation a~ th e mos t econormcal, . bor station, manned by eight men, mo st generally advantageous and assisted 11 vessels ln distress resmost Immediately available site. The cued 27 persons and saved $17 500 In govemment maintained, Merrow re- property between July l and Dec l ported, that the cost of remodeling this year. • buildings at Jaffrey Point would be I The Hampton Beach 1;tatlon "excessive." which also has a crew of eight offi~ The congressrr.nu also provided cers and men assisted 19 distressed Redden with data on t.he number boats; rescll~d 45 persons and of rescues effectPd by the various saved $12,700 In property during the I coast guard stations In this area. same period. • • • While the Isles o! Shoals station was In operation this year, one vessel was assisted; one person was rescued and $3,000 ln property was saved. 119 �CrOp :·of 'Bad' Priso"n~f5 Transfor~s1 County House of Correction Into Jail A lack of proper legal machinery to handle unruly prisoner-s Is rapidly changing what Is 1111pposed to be Rockingham county's house of correction at Brentwood Into a "jail," much to the discomfort of both prisoners and Supt. George Hilton. •,Intended to "correct" the behavior of minor offenders, the Brentwood institution gets men with crLmlnal records, or even more frequently the minor offenders turn into troublesome • prisoners. The superintendent explains that his only recourse in dealing with "bad'' prisoners In close confinement to the cell block. And this, he said, nullifies the "correction" element in the Institution's operation. "Such men belong in a. county jail or prison, but even when they act up, I can't transfer them there. They have a bad effect on the morale of other prisoners who are trying to do the right thing, yet there's nothing I can do to get rid of them." He added that It Is not a question of being able to keep such ' prisoners in cells but that their "bad" influence on other men worries him. Although three years ago the Brentwood jail facilities were rated as third best in the state by a federal prison inspector, Mr. Hilton pointed out there are no means for guarding working prisoners. The men go to work and once free of the cell block can escape at any time, he said. "It's not a jail and not intended to be a jail, as I tell each new man when he Is admitted," the. superintendent said. · "When a, prisoner comes in here, 'f•explaln the situation to him. I tell him that his life here and the amount of good we can do for him depends on himself," be explained. . . "But we still have the fellow come In here who ls all wlsed up and ls all set to make trouble. At present there's nothing we can do with him and that ls the rreatest weakness of the system." However, Mr. Hilton offered a splutlon to the problem, which he said Is shared by the superintendents of similar Institutions in other counties. ' ''I would like to see the Legislature enact a law that would permit the transfer of 'bad' prisoners from the house of correction to a county jail where there are men and equipment to take care of them," be said. Transfers for disciplinary reasons should n'ot be made with• out the approval of the county commissioners, Mr. Hilton believes. Endorsement of Mr. Hilton's proposal came from Sheriff Simes Frink, who has custody of jail prisoners, now housed at the HIJlsborough county jail, Manchester. However, Sheriff Frink developed the Idea even further. He advocates a law that would permit the transfer of well-behaved county jail prisoners to the county farm, as well as provld• Ing jail confinement for "bad" actors" at the house of correctlon. Utility Rate Hikes I Ordered Delayed j.17 '.- • • For lnvest1gat1on The date when three Portsmonth area utllltles seek to put into effect \ proposed rate increases has been I suspended by the state Public Ser- 1 vice commission "!or furl.her investlgatlon." n, ......, The Public Service Co., of New "Many of the men doing time in Hampshire, the Allied New Hamp-1 the county jail prove they can be shire Gas co., and the Exeter Water trusted and should be allowed the co., have filed petitions for infreer type of confinement that creased charges to become effective I Brentwood offers, the sheriff said. Saturday, 1f approved by the State Public service commission. "Of course, Mr. Hilton has a numThe commls.5ion has held hearber of bad ones who ought to be in ings on all three requests, but a jall and some sort of a law could continued hearing ls slated for Jan. be set up to allow transfer of either 19 on the Public Service company's bid for permission to boost rates. I kind," he said. • • • The sheriff also advocated that THE PUBLIC SERVICE firm, transfers be made on the order o! a superior court justice upon recom- largest electric utility ln the slate mendation by the county commis- which ls bulldh1g an estimated $5,000,000 plant in Portsmouth, seeks sioners and the sheriff. Superintendent Hilton cited Wil- to impose a fuel supercharge on its liam Phalen of Epping as an ex- more than 120,000 domestic and comample of the type of prisoner who mercial customers to boost revenue should be in better safekeeping than · I by about $450,000 annually. The Allied New Hampshire Gas Bren.tweed. concern Intends to hike Its gas rates Phalen Is onll of two men now in cell block confinement for an esan estimated 14%. The move would cape attempt. In October he was a affect approximately 6,500 residents · ringleader In nine-prisoner mutiny in Portsmouth, Exeter, Hampton, against hard labor. Hampton Beach, Seabrook Beach, According to Mr. Hilton, Phalen Rochester and Somersworth. 1?,as a federal prison record, one of his offenses being listed as Inciting Reason for the promised increase, a mutiny while under military senaccording to Lewi5 A. Keen, comtence in a penal Institution. I pany vice president and manager of • • • the Portsmouth office is a "very "WHAT CAN I DO with a man substantial" boost in the company's like that?" demanded the superinoperating costs during the past six tendent. years. "It's not the fault of the judge The Exeter Water company seeks who committed him. Under New permission to Increase Its rates by Hampshire law a man must be given about 46 %. The company, which a hearing within 24 hours after ar, serve.s about 1,200 cu.s,tomers in the rest. I! his offense isn't serdous Exeter lU'ea, maintains that the inenough to warrant trial in superior crease Is necessary to offset mountcol,lrl, he"s sent up here right away," ing operation costs and to finance he explained. a 1949-51 construction program. TI1e "There isn't time for the police boosts would average about $2.25 on or judge to check the record and when It comes back, It's too late. I've a present bill or $3.75. Jl :i,~ I 1 . · •---- -----·---Portsmouth to ·Get, Higher Slice of l-,, State Tax Revenue CONCORD, Dec. 11 (AP)-Towns and cities will receive 15% greater revenue this year from taxes collected by the state on Interest and d!vlciends and distributed to the municlpal!ties. State Treasurer F. Gordon Kimball anno 11nced today that the levies I assessed on Interest and dividends, savings banks, railroad stocks and building and loan compa11les, totals $1,223,428 this year. Last year the revenue amounted to $1,064,845, he said. All of New Hampshire's 12 cities, except Claremont, will receive a greater amount this year, Kimball reported. The t.axes are distributed to towns and cities where they were collected. This year's payments compared to last year for some of the cities are: Laconl9., $23,718, $21,771: Manche~ter Sil35,821, $120,087; Nashua $71,831, $57,450; Keene $47,498, $41,9•12; Dover $34,404, $30,478; Ports-· mouth $42,680, $39 ,377; Claremont 1 i $19 ,979, about $1,000 less than last year. �l,ijllnction by Utility '".D, ~ Stalls ·Toll Road Job Work on the _Seabrook to Portsmouth toll road came to a stop today 1n the Breakfast H.111 area of Greenland and Rye. A temporary ' injunctlon against the Savin Construction corporation, by the 'New Hampshire Gas and Electric company was issued yesterday by Chief Justice John R. Goodnow at Exeter. The local utfllty company Is a s k - * - - - - - - - - - - - - - ' lng that lt be glven ample time to · remove Hs high voltage lines from the toll road right of way and that tile company use more caution In Its bliLStlng operations. Toll Road Work 'I\'~ R. c. L. Greer, vice president of the N. H. Oas and Electric comI pany, ,ai1 a conference ls scheduled for this afternoon between 1representatives of the utility and the construction company, • • • , for the New Hampshlrp state highway commlsalon, which Is in direct charge of the road job, said he believed "they can Iron out the di1ferences and V(-:>rk will begin again tomorrow." A SPOKESJ\IAN / Mr. Greer told The Portsmouth i Herald today that his company had understood that construction of the road would not begin unt!l next spring. He poinl;ed out the utility needed time to shift its right of way i.Jecause 1n several instances it ovetlaps and the high power cables criss-cross ' the pl'oposed construction. Underway Again After Conference Construction on the Seacoast toll hlghway was resumed today, By agreement be tween the New Hampshire Gas and Electrlc company and Savin Construction Corporatlon of East Hartford, Conn., part of the temporary Injunction against the road has been lifted to permit operation of trucks along the right of way, R. C. L Greer, vice presldeI\t of the ut!!lty today said the only restriction on truck operations Is that the construction company must Install protecting b>trrlers around the tower., carrylng the utility's hlgh -voltage lines. ~gamenticus .Project Enc·ourJQed by State Encouragement towards developfoot mountain, which comma.ncLs an ment of a year-around recreation excellent view of the sea, Into a area atop Mt. Agament!cus in York winter sports area a.s well a.s 11umwas given Sperry H. Locke, manager mer tourist development. of the project, by Maine DevelopLocke said that engineers have rement commission ofilclals yesterday, ported the site Ideal for mch a Mr, Locke, who represented a project. group of York businessmen InterestAlthough the mountain is locatecS ed ln the plan, conferred with Executive Dlrector Everett F. Grcaton only four miles from the ocean, its . north slope has a natural "snow at Augusta yesterday. pocket" like Tuckerman ravine on The Portsmouth man discussed Mt. Washlngton and good 1Sk!lng pooslble state cooperation ln the conditions last way ,into the spring. project although he said the state Last winter sklers enjoyed a small • would not be asked for money. The group mainly ls Interested in the open slope on Mt. Agament.lcus until taxation prospect. The property, mld-Aprtl-long after the snow had used by the army slgnal corps during dlsappeared In the valleya of the the war years, Is now taxed, accord- Greater Portsmouth area. ing to Locke, at $40 per year. The Maine officials are Interested York businessmen are interested In the project because winter sports ln financing and developing the 700- have been slow In developlng In the region. Winter Sports Area Planned at .n.~ Mt. Agament1cus A huge $300,000 winter sports center wlll be costructed atop Mt. AgaHowever, blasting operations In men tlcus In York, Cato R. Philbrick the Breakfast Hill area of Greenof York, a part-owner of a developland and Rye are at a standstll! unment on the widely-known land"However, three weeks ago they t,l the company ls able to move Its mark, announced today, told us they were going ahead and ' wlres from the vicinity. Mr. Philbrick said he and three a few days ago they knocked down • • • fellow owners of a section of land one of our towers putting a line out THE G E N E R A L compromise on the nearby ·mountaln, Roger and o! service," he said. grew out of a meeting yesterday In James H. Lucas and Mrs, William • • • Exeter between representatives of Foster, all of York, plan to utilize THE UTILITY official said the utU1ty the state · and Lhe conabout 5,000 acres for the sports cenblasting operations at Breakfast 1Structlon flrm. ter to Include a sklmobile slmilar to Hill were also endangering the one now In operation, on Cranmore power lines. Mr. Greer sald the Injunction was mountain in North Conway. brought Thursday when he dlscovThe three utlllty cables In quesMr. Philbrlck said that Sperry H. ered that the powel' company's tion supply the power for the Exeter Locke, a Portsmouth real estate property and service was being enand Hampton Electric Light comdangered. broker and manager of the mountain Pl\tiY and the N, H. Gas and Elecdevelopment, was scheduled to go to tric , company's service to Rye Accordlng to the utlllty official, Augusta today to confer with ofBeach. the 300-foot right of way owned by ficials of the Maine State Developthe state conflicts an overlaps at ment commlsslon, for cooperation Two of the cables carry 33,000 volts ea.ch and the third, supplylng many polnts with the power line in the proposed project. Rye Beach 1.s rated at 13,200 volts. right of way held by his company. The winter sports center, as well Construction company officials The company ls worklng now to as summer recreational facilltles could not be reached !or comment. move Its lines to a new right of way, crlglnally were planned In 1940 but Mr. Greer said. Temporary lines, by- the program was delayed when the passlng blasting polnts, are under armed forces leased the 700-!oothlgh peak for use as a radar station. construction. Army rcnovatlons included a road He descrlbed the meeting as "very to the top of the peak, whlch Is but amiable." !cur miles from the sea, a 570-footA hearing to keep the lnjunctlon deep artesian well, offices, barracks, agalnst blastlng In effect until the recreation, bulldlngs, a large dlnlng llnes are moved Is scheduled to be room, radar bulldlngs and officers' held In Exeter next Wednesday, he quarters, now used as a hunting lodge. sald. Mr. Philbrick said that a decision Present at yestel'day's meeting to convert the area Into a wlnter were Rlchard T. Lord, dlstrlbution sport.s land followed a survey of the superintendent for the utlllty; Atty. mountain by L. E. Wllley, a North Richard Shute of Exeter, Asst. Atty, Berwick englneer, who asslsted in Gen. Gordon M. Tiffany and Chief the Gllford-Laconia winter sports/ Engineer Daniel H. Dickinson, rep- development. resenting the state; L. M. McCarthy He also reported that televlslon of Hartford, resident engineer for lnterests have surveyed the a.rea for · the Savln company; and Mr. Greer. possible erection of a booster stallon. • I21 �\?,__i --- . . Can Ease~ Kittery's I'\,~ . Historic little Kittery - coping with her own municipal difficulties since Jong. before her _Clipper ships first slid into the Plscataqua river -now has three perplexing financial problems which only the federal government can solve. Prominent, not only for her mighty submarines, but also for her abUlty to settle all community problems at annual town meeting day, Kittery now must look to tpe federal government for asslstanc~ In problems brought about when the u. s. moved Into 202 Admiralty Village homes. • Her monetary problems are no~ grave. In fact, the town's financial situation Is, perhaps, better than at any · other time In her 300 years of history, according to selectmen. But they can result in a decisive burden on the average taxpayer's pocketbook or dent the town's healthy treasury. These are the questions that have sent Kittery selectmen and town fathers into mathematical deliriums: (1.) Who will maintain Admiralty Village streets this winter, and 1f it's the town how will the maintenance be financed? (2.) Whp will pay tuition for the estimated 200 school children who reside in the navy's section of the Village? (3.) How Its treasury taxes when turned over can the town replenish for the $12,000 lost 1n part of the Village was to the navy? • • • THE FIRST PROBLEM appears diction and would be for the use of personnel assigned to Portsmouth naval base. The transaction was formulated Oct. 1. Then the Housing and Home Fmance agency of the Public Housing Administration continued arra11gements for selling the project's remaining 96 single and 150 double units under the original priority system. The town or Kittery would maintain streets, utilities, hydrant~ and sewer and water systems and lax all property west of Philbrici. avenue. to be the most Important to the small ' submarine-bulldlng community. It began last March at the annual town meeting. At that time, the federa) government asked Kittery citizens to take over maintenance of the housing project so that the 600 single and double wartime-constructed units could be sold. In turn, the govern• • • ment promised to present the town THE GOVERNMENT made It with the project's community build- clear however, that the town would ing and playground. not be responsible for the mainKittery c:tizens accepted the ·gov- tenance until a deed and other offiernment's offer and the government cial papers were presented to the launched immediate plans to sen selectmen. the houses to civilians. Under the It has J:>een about five months federal program, World War II vet- since government officials promised erans residing at the project would to transfer the papers but no word be given top priority for purchases, has been forthcoming from Wash.veterans residing elsewhere would ington, Chalrma~ William E.· Denhave second opportunity to buy, and nett of the board of selectmen recivilians already living at the pro- ported today. ject would be third on the list. "As It Is now," Chairman Dennett But before plans were completed said, "we actually don't know whefor the sales, the government de- ther the government is going cided to turn over 202 units east of through with its original plans or Philbrick avenue to the navy as not. Uncle Sam can change his mind emergency housing facilities. These very easy," he added. houses would be under navy juris"With the first snowfall only a l short time away, we're getting worried about cleaning the streets at the village," Mr. Dennett said. The Kittery selectman pointed out that since the colony was constructed early in World War II, the government has presented the town about $30,000 a year in lieu of taxes at the Village. The payments covered the town's maintenance work there. But if the town Is given the "go I ahead" signal to maintain the Vil-· !age, the cost will fall on the shoulders of each Kittery citizen. Mr. Dennett said cost of snow remov111 in Kittery, including more than four miles of streets in Ad- , mlralty ViHage, was approximately $5,000 last year. And he expr~ssed oelief tliat this year's winter ex;iendit11res may be larger. The town plans to maintain facili:les in the navy section of the ~olony and also clear snow from streets. It will be reimbursed by the navy for cqsts in that section, Mr. Dc!mett said. • • • ANOTHER PROBLEM which has stymiect the selectmen is the tuition situation The town ls wondering who w11J pay tuition fees of the f'stlmalect 200 scl1ool children who n ,~ide in the navy 's section, the :najori.y of whom attend Frisbee school. Figures compiled by the Kittery school department indicate tllat the cost pu pupil at the Frisbee school during the fiscal year of 1947-48 WdS nearly $108. And it is believed !hat the cost may be even greater this year under present economic , con di l10ns. Aware that the navy does not plan to pay tuition to the town in lieu of taxes, the board of selectmen contacted state education officials in an effort to determine what steps to take. The selectmen were informed, according to Mr. Dennett, that the navy definitely has legal authority to pay tuition to local school dis' tricts for children residing on naval I reservations or navy-owned housing units. But- and here's the catch-the na.vy lrnsn't worked out any definite policies, rules or regulations in line with that authority. Mr. Dennett said the selectmen have been assured that government officials are considering the problem now. Then comes the $12,000 tax question. • • • 'IHE 202 UNl'l'S which the navy took over are valued at a total of $189,000 on the town's lax books. That means that $12 ,000 in taxes for the navy's 74 double and 54 single ► I �I • • • I l 1 l Portsmouth's recreation board is skating on thin ice today as far as local skating areas are concerned. The board was unable to cut any fancy financial figure eights last night after City Manager Edward C. Peterson disclosed that a state law prohibits skating rink appropriations of more than $500. Mr. Peterson said this was learn-* Mr. Malloy described the rltl~s I ed when the 1948 municipal budget- as in "very sad shape" and said which included a $1,500 skating area that in most ins~ances the bankappropriation-was submitted to the ings were lower than the center of state tax commission for approval. the skating rit1ks. He added that The city manager said slate only the Lafayette school area was tax officials "apparently overin "half decent condition." looked" skating area a11propriaThe recreation board suffered antions of more than $500 in preother financial set back following a vious years. In 1947, for exreport by Mr. Malloy on the muample, the city council appronicipal swimming pool. priated S2,600 for skating rinks Mr. Malloy reported that unoffiand it was sanctioned by the cial figures had indicated that the, state tax ·commission. city would receive about $2,200 f~om admission and refreshment receipts Mr. Peterson's disclosure left the at the pool this rnmmer. recreation board In a peculiar predicament as $958 was spent on local But City Manager Peterson skating areas last January, Febinterrupted Mr. Malloy's report ruary and March. In that the state with: Jaw permits only $500 in expendi"That $2,200 Is just about tures, the board already is more what you'll have to pay the than $400 in the red before the sea• city for the water used." son's first freeze. Mr. Peterson explained that the Thus, the board abandoned µJans 1 recreation board must be billed for • to maintain the Sherburne, Lafay- I water used in the pool in order to ette, New Franklin and Atlantic , balance water depar,t ment records. M.J.:. Malloy also reported that the Heights skating areas this winter. However, the board did vote to recreation department ls so far operate one rink in the vicinity of operating under !ts budget !or the the South playground. Members dis- year. cussed the possib!lity of converting the South playground tennis courts Into a skating area and have it maintained by high school students. Mr. Peterson struck a more optimistic note today with the assertion "We may be able to work something out so that there will be ska ting in various Fifty~eight life saving certiparts of the city." ficates were awarded at the The board's action also followed a Portsmouth municipal pool last "gloomy" r eport on the condition of summer, according to a report the local skating areas by Recreagiven by Director of Recreation tion Director Franc1s T. Malloy. Francis T. Malloy. ---------- WORLD WAR 1 VETERANS held a protest meeting at the Vi]Jage's community building and vigorously insisted that they be given the same priority in purchasing homes as veterans of World War II. Kittery's various military organizations and the board of selectmen joined their fight and shortly after, Public Housing Administration laws were revised to give World War I men the same opportunity to buy the Village homes as other servicemen. But the federal housing agency re- versed its decision last week and the "doughboys" again were in the same category as a civllian occupant of the Village. , · In a letter to the selectmen PHA officials said the case had bee~ reviewed and that it was decided the • World War I veterans should be given no special consideration because "they were not deprived of housing facilities" dw·ing the recent conflict. The government officials indicated that the only possible means of obtaining priority for the "doughboys" would be for the selectmen and repre~:ntatlves of the various Kittery military organizations to write Washington authorities and Insist that the present Housing regulations would result in a hardship for the entire Village if not revised again. If the federal regulations were change,:., all residents of the Village including civlllans would be give~ preference Mr. Dennett said the various Kittery military groups are now making plans to request a revision. I Malloy Lists Awards 0 .,1 ·~ Won at Peirce Island /j Thirty-one Portsmouth youngsters received their junior life saving emblems while there were 15 winolng senior life saving insignias and 12 advanced pupils received their instructor's rat.lngs. • • • · .:KITTERY VETERANS also are R-ttemptlng to obtain a change in other federal housing regulations which prohibit 80 World War II VPterans now residing in the navy's area in the V!llage, from moving to the soction west of Philbrick avenue. for possible purchase of a home. Selectman Dennett said the "unusual" rules will not allow the 80 veterans to move into or purchase homes ln the PHA's section of the VJUage. He added that there a.re an estimated 62 servicemen now living west of Philbrick avenue who have no intention of buying a home there. "The 80 veterans would like an 12-3 State Law Puts {) 2-DCrimp In · Local Skating Plans units have gone down the drain in view of the fact that the navy pays no taxes. That alone is sufficient evidence that Kittery's tax rate may be higher next year unless the government fills the financial gap. Kltt.ery's problems are not only _confined to financial matters, for the town fathers are faced with stm more difficulty at Admiralty Village. It concerns the 27 World War I veterans who reside there and plan to purchase homes at the settlement. Several months ago the "doughboys" discovered that due to federal regulations governing housing projects they were "forgotten men" in that they were given absolutely no priority for purchases. Edward ''Woody" Noel, University of New Hampshire grid / opportunity to obtain those 62 houses, but they are not allowed to under present conditions " Mr Dennett announced. ' · Still another question of consid~rabl_e interest at Admiralty Vill 18 this: age When wlll the FHA sell th houses at the Village? e Selectman Dennett said h h been inf ormed t hat the various e Jots as have been measw·ed and staked off and tihat the houses have been appraised. But he and other Kittery officials have no idea when the sales wm take place or what the unit price will be. "No one seems to know anytMng about the sale. It's Uncle Sam's own secret," Mr. Dennet;t; concluded. I St.e.r, was in charge of the activities at the pool last swnmer. There were 89 beginners who received certificates during the swnmer whlle 73 intermediates pas.sect their tests. The report also showed tha.t 25 youngsters passed the swimmers' test and three pupils passed their advanced swimmers' test. The pool opened at the end of the school term last summer and closed the Sunday before Labor day. Several aquatic meets and carnivals were held there during the season. " �Answers Dorothy Vaughan cllspenses more free Information than a doctor with a dozen telephones and 144 hypochondriac patients, But as far as Portsmouth's head librarian Is concerned it's all in the day's work-however ot,scure or remote. j 1 Take for example these recent requests at the library: A lawyer wanted a book that would definitely establish the lines 1n a court land dispute. He got the information from an old gazeteer of the Portsmouth area. A woman asked Miss Vaughan to identity the almost illegible signature on a painting. Miss Vaughan found an artist with a name similar to the one on the painting 1n question. Now the painting has been turned over to a Boston museum with a1 lead to work on. Another woman bought an old Portsmouth house and wanted to trace its history. By book and by guess, Miss Vaughan learned who lived in the hous~ in 1892 and from there traced its previous ownership through old city directories. Miss Vaughan also assisted Lois Lenski on her well-documented children's book, "Ocean , Born Mary." Both Roberts and Miss Lenski gjlve full credit for the research assistance., Miss Vaughan says. She finds that such willing credit is a boon in her profession where many people regard the librarian as a fount of information anytime, any hour of the day wiLhout regard to the amount of expense and leisure time involved. One o( Miss Vaughan' most cherisbed po sessions is a collection of photographic reproductions of portraits of noted Port mouth persons. They include governors, aides to presi- DOROTHY M. VAUGHAN •, • The Problem: Time - Council Grants O• Salary Increases '1 To Library Staff dents, famed mariners, writers, business tycoons, their wives, anfl members of their families. She has gon-e to all ends to procure her collection of more than 200 pictures. Hundreds of letters were dispatched all over the country to fam111es owning the original portral ts, many of them even had been carried abroad. Miss Vaughan became bead librarian here In 1945 after rising 1 through the ranks ar:d working In every department of the libl:ary j since she was employed there on a part-time basis when she was attending Portsmouth high school. Despite a lack of advanced proI fessional training, she holds a coveted Grade 1 certificate from New Hampshire, the highest the state can bestow. She 1s a member of the state library commission, the New Hampshire Historical society, the New England Historical society, 1 ' a director of the Warner house, a 1 trustee of the Thomas Bailey Aldi rich society and !,he Portsmouth Historical soci~ty. j She possesses a deep-~·ooted ~onviction that a. public library lS a I people's t -ust. "Especially In Portsmouth," she says, "because our city 1s so Infinitely rl: h in American heri tagemore so than most of us think." Every day, she finds, some person turns up some new bit of Portsmouth lore-some little bit of evidence that ha some connection with our colonial begin- Recently a family bought a house built by parishioners for the first pastor of the old South Church. In the library is a fine portrait of the minister. The new owners of house wanted the portrait, but since it is now public property, they couldn't buy it. But they had a well• known Baltimore artist make a copy if it. Recently a Guggenheim fellow was doing a story on the Ticknor and Fields publishing company, now one of Boston's biggest under a different name. James T. Fields, founder of the publishing house, was born in Portsmouth. The research writer sat 1n the reading room of the library and bemoaned to Miss Vaughan that he'd searched everywhere and couldn't flnd a portrait of Fields. "If you'll J!fe your eyes just a bit," Miss Vaughan said, "you'll see a portrait of him." And, sure enough, there was the portrait, hanging on the library wall. These are every day jobs for Miss Vaughan who also has done research work for noted author, Kenneth Roberts, on ning. "Much of our mformatlon ," she his book, "Northwest Passage" smiles, "comes from people's memand "Lydia Balley." She found Roberts extremely ories-not books." And that leads Miss Vaughan lo exacting In small details such as an unfulfilled wish . how many men constituted "From all this information-from Portsmouth regiments in the old people's heads, from books, from days or how well a colonial minister with five daughter~ • little pictures and memoranda here and there, comes ihe history of could live on a salary of 60 Portsmouth and America. pounds, in English money. "Just think," she enthuses, "of the (l'leaae turn ~ page three) posslb111t1es for a book on the maritime history of Portsmouth. How j valuable it would be. I The public library staff received a Christmw; "gift" from the Portsmo•1th clt:v council today. Pay raises to the chief librarian 1 and threP. or her assistants were approved on third and final reading I of n salarv ordinance this morning \ at a special counci meeting. The new schedule provides an annual ~a,ary of $2 ,350 for Miss Dorothy M Vaughan, librarian, and $1,750 for a clerk. Two assistant clerks <trP to receive $875 and $775. I:1 its brief 10-minute session, the council approved use of the Fourth and Flr5~ wardrooms by private panies for social affairs. It referred to City Manager Edward C. Peterson a petition from f':herman P. Newton, proprietor of the Hote1 Kearsarge, asking perm!&!' Ion t0 erect a marquee and slg-;1 at thE> Congress street entrance to the hotel. I II Roofing Repairs Underway Here' ri.Repalrs to the roofs of three city builglngs have started by a. local roofing concern, City Manager Ed· ward C. Peterson said today. The three buildings include the Daniels street Community Center, the pu lie library and city ball. �Local Library Previews Y},12Children's Book List A preview of the Portsmouth public library's par ticipation In "Children's Book week" was open to parents a.nd teachers there today. ) Various exhibits of new and special books for children will be on display for adults until tomorrow evenJng, Miss Dorothy Vaughan, librarian, said this morning. The books-to be found on the Ifirst floor of the llbrary-range in material for kindergarten children to high school students. • • • MI S VAUGHAN especially rec- BROWSING-Four Portsmouth youngsters are shown browsing through t he children's section of the Portsmouth public library, A special display ol childr en's books was displayed ln observance of "Children's Book week." Lett to right are David E. Barnaby, his sister, Shirley E. Barnaby, Jean~ette Mitchell, seated, and Louise O'Brien. (Portsmouth Herald photo) • - --- I Children, Adults Inspect Displays At Public Library Approximately 100 chlldren and a large number of adults have visited Portsmouth public llbrary for a preview of "Children's Book week" displays, M1.ss Dorothy Vaughan, llbrarian reported that approximately 100 chlldren vlewect the display of new and special books for youngsters Friday and that 100 books were taken out Saturday. The books have been moved upstairs at the library and now 11re available for circulation. I ommended the exhibit tor tho.se seeking proper volumes as Christmas gifts for youngsters. The boek.s will be a.vallable for circulation Monday. She added that book week was orjginated in 1919 by Frederick G. Melcher, descendent of an old Portsmouth family and related to John Melcher who edited The New Ha.mp. shire Gazette many yea.rs a.go, The Gazette still Is publlshed as a Saturday supplement of The Port.mouth Herald, �DurginVacates Chairman's Seat In Rezoning Row John W. Durgin stepped down from the chairmanship of the planning board last night after his qualification to sit had been questioned by an wttorney opposing a rezoning petition which was under consideration by the bpard. Judge Jeremy R. Waldron, as attorney for Mary A. and Frances Trefetpen of Spinney road, raised the question aflter he had been overruled in his challenge to the board's right to hold a hearing on the petition submitted by S. Gordon Task, who seeks to erect multiple dwellIng units In the present single residence area bounded by Thaxter road, Islington street and Spinney road. sumed the chairmanship when the permanent chairman bowed out. The rejection was based on the board's own established definition of a given area, which specifies that It shall concern property owners only within 300 feet of the property involved. "No one beyond those bounds is considered," Mr. Witmer said in rebuttal to Judge Waldron's attempts to point out the number of resident.s who had not approved the Task petition. The temporary chairman then asked the opposing attorney to "honor our procedure" in continuing I with the hearing, stating that his challenge had been noted. Judge Waldron, in what was first offered as an off-the-record remark, pointed out that Mr. Durgin, a civil engineer, bad himself prepared the plans submitted with Mr. Task's petition ancl was so credited in the text of the petition. Mr. Durgin immediately protested that he was "trying to conduct this hearing without prejudice to either side" and added, ''I am willing to disqualify myself." Although Judge Waldron did not 1 press the point further, Mr. Durgin J Insisted that the attorney's comment be inserted In the record and then vacated his place on the board. The incident highlighted a stubbornly fought lawyer's battle over the Task petition. Judge Waldron opened the skirmish at the outset of the hearing when he announced his challenge to its validity on the ground that Mr. Task had not complied with the law In obtaining pi;.oper signatures of property owners in the area under question. He based his argument on a New Hampshire statute which provides thab the rezoning must have the approval of the owners of 50 % of the value or not less than two acres of the property in a "given dis- ' trict." The only "given district" in the case at hand, he asserted, is that outlined in the city's zoning plans as a. single residence area. He then interpre- ted the intent of the law to sup\JOrt his contention that the signers to the Task petition were not sufficiently representative to uphold the propriety of the petition. Judge Waldron was overruled fir.st by Mr. Durgin and again by Board Clerk Maurice E. Witmer, who as(Plea.se turn to page three) But Judge Waldron replied, "I don't bow. I don't waive any of my rights.'• He was back in the verbal fray, however, when a prolonged debate ensued on the merits of the rezoning proposal. Mr. Task himself spoke briefly in behalf of his petition, quoting a statement prepared recently by Mr. Witmer for presentation before a local panel on housing. The statement purported to show the "greater need" existing for rental housing and emphasized the present shortage in Portsmouth. Mr. Task then said that he has "had it thrown in my face" that "I am trying to put up another Wentworth Acres and that I am going to build a bunch of tar-pa.per shacks." "All I can say," he continued, "Is that construction costs of $1,800 per room would hardly call for tar-paper shacks." Judge Waldron, In his protest to the proposed rezoning, pointed to the decline in value which he said would affect the owners of other property throughout the considered area. He insisted that "the demand for multiple dwellings isn't here" and warned the board that "once the first petition is granted the second one comes, and if you grant this one you won't have the grounds to deny the other." He termed as "unreasonable" any action to improve "one piece of property" at the expense of others. , , Atty. Ray E. Burkett, representing Mz:. Task, took issue with Judge Waldron for emphasizing the profit motive in Mr. Task's plans, asserting, "I think he should be commended for having the courage to risk the investment his project calls for." Mr. Burkett also questioned the opposing attorney's reference to "other objectors." "Where are they," he asked, "they're certainly not here to make themselves beard.'' Mr. Task and his attorney were the only proponent.s of the petition to appear before the board, as Judge Waldron was the only representative of objectors. At the close of the hearing the board went into executive session to deliberate on the peU.tion. Its recommendation Is expected to be submitted to the city council for action. �I 21 - - -- - - -- - - - - ��b't/ ��/31 ��/33 ��I 35 ��I3 7 �I �b€1 �This book is a preservation photocopy. It is made in compliance with copyright law and produced on ncid-free archival 60# book weight paper which meet.I the requl~menll o£ ANSI/NISO Z39.48-1992 (permanence of paper) Preservation photocopying and binding by Acme Bookblnding Charlettown, Maaachutettl w 1999 �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbooks Subject The topic of the resource Portsmouth (N.H.) Scrapbooks World War II World War I Description An account of the resource Between 1918 and 1949 staff members of the Portsmouth Public Library clipped articles from The Portsmouth Herald and other newspapers and glued them into 42 scrapbooks. The articles they selected for these scrapbooks covered such world changing events as WWI and WWII, as well as local concerns, such as news of an upcoming garden tour, a new movie by Louis DeRochemont, layoffs at the Navy Yard, or the election of the first city manager in Portsmouth. In short, these scrapbooks provide us with a fascinating (if somewhat subjective) view of life in Portsmouth — and the world beyond — before 1950. <br /><br />To make the scrapbooks easier to use, a <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/items/show/4252" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">master index</a> was compiled in 1997, utilizing each separate scrapbook index. The subject entry listed refers you to a scrapbook by volume number and year. You must consult the index included in each separate scrapbook to locate the page number for a particular article. Because subject headings varied somewhat, from scrapbook to scrapbook, there has been some attempt to standardize the subject terms used. 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Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Portsmouth Scrapbook 1948 V.38 Subject The topic of the resource Scrapbooks Portsmouth (N.H.) World War II Description An account of the resource A scrapbook of news articles from the Portsmouth Herald and other papers, 1948. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Portsmouth Public Library (N.H.) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Portsmouth Scrapbooks, 1918-1920 and 1932-1949 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Portsmouth Public Library, Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1948 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource View our <a href="https://portsmouthexhibits.org/copyright-information" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terms of Use and Copyright Information</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Language A language of the resource eng Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context i15475682 https://portsmouthexhibits.org/files/original/c94c0dcd5c87aff93e3c10f0b5834820.PDF 49fdceb363369dc743722b9b471c6ee3 PDF Text Text �PORTSMOUTH SCRAPBOOK V. 37 1948 AIRPORT ALDRICH MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION ASSESSORS AUTOMOBILE-SOLD BY CITY AUTOMOBILE-SALE OF POLICE CARS AUTOMOBILE DRIVING COURSE 133-134 116 16-17 85-86 92 55 BANKS-PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BAR ASSN .-ROCKINGHAM COUNTY BARRETT , MICHAEL BELLS BOVARD , DOROTHY B. BUDGET, CITY BUDGET, COUNTY BUILDING INDUSTRY 56 116 92 see : Paul Revere Bell 49-50 80 , 82 , 83 , 89 , 94, 9599 139 63 CARPENTERS CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA CEMETERY INSCRIPTIONS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CHASE HOME FOR CHILDREN CHURCHES , COUNCIL OF CHURCHES-NORTHCHURCH CHURCHES-ST . JOHN 'S CHURCHES-UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST CITY AUDIT CITY CLERK CITY CLUB CITY COUNCIL CITY MANAGER CITY MANAGER SYSTEM CIVIC ASSOCIATION COASTGUARD COFFIN , ROBERT P.T. COMFORT STATION COMMUNITY CENTER COMMUNITY CHEST COMMUNITY CONCERT ASSN . CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION COUNTRY CLUB COUNTY BUDGET COURT HOUSE-REST ROOMS FOR WOMEN JURORS CRIME 62 120 72 4 1-46, 114-11 5 122 47 47 115 115-116 16 13, 16 116 6-16 , 88, 89 9-17 84 113 37, 137-138 68 80 , 100 103-108 48, 117-118 48 19-20 49 35 80 22 DEATH RATE DECATUR.STEPHEN DEROCHEMONT-MOVING PICTURES DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS DISTRICT NURSING ASSN . DONDERO , MARY C. 21 70 134 116 118 83, 97 �EMPLOYMENT EXETER-OLD TA VERN see : State Employment 69 FAMILY WELFARE ASSN. FIRE DEPT. FISHING LURES FRESH AIR CHILDREN FUEL SHORTAGE 49 , 50 23-24 64 119 57 , 58 , 60 GARDNER HOUSE GIRL SCOUTS GOLD ST AR MOTHERS GOVERNORS' CONFERENCE GRIFFIN , S.G. 70 50 ,119 51 127-130 112 HAMPSHIRE FOOD CO.-SARDINE CANNERY 62 , 65, 66 , 67 ISLES OF SHOALS 36-40 , 71 , 138 JAIL-ROCKINGHAM COUNTY JURY BOX 138, 140,141 68 KITTERY-" COLONIAL SUNDAY"-FIRST CONGREGATIONALCHURCH 71 LABOR RELATIONS SCHOOL LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS LIONS' CLUB LOBSTER INDUSTRY 48 52 , 116 116 62 MALLOY , F.T. MAPLEWOOD AVE PROJECT MEMORIAL DAY MERIT SYSTEM MOCCASIN MANUFACTURING PLANT MORLEY PLANT MUSIC FESTIVAL 109 8 131 88 56 14-16 132-133 NATIONAL GUARD NEW HAMPSHIRE NATIONAL GUARD PARENTS ' MUSIC CLUB PARKING PAUL REVERE BELL PERSONNEL ADVISER PHOTOGRAPHERS-LOCAL ORDINANCE PLANNING BOARD PLUMBING INSPECTOR POLICE POPULATION PORT AUTHORITY PORTSMOUTH HERALD PORTSMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY PORTSMOUTH HOSPITAL PRICES-MEAT AND BUTTER PRIMARY PROPERTY VALUATION SLASHED see : NH Nat'I Guard 35 , 36 , 39-40 , 73-78 25 111 -112 115 92 90 21 , 43 93 22 , 109-111 21 61 63 118 123-125 60 19-20 98 �PUBLIC LIBRARY PUBLIC SERVICE CO. 31, 93 61 RECREATION COMMISSION RED CROSS REHABILITATION CENTER ROTARY CLUB 8,109 52, 118 134-136 52 , 134 ST . ANDREWS LODGE-100TH ANNIVERSARY SANITARY INSPECTOR SARDINE PLANT SCHOOLS SCHOOLS-SHERBURNE PURCHASE SCHOOLS-WENTWORTH SEWERAGE SURBEY PROJECT SHERBURNE CIVIC ASSN. SIMES, THOMAS H. STORER RELIEF CORPS STRIKES-B & D DRIVERS SULLIVAN BRIDGE SUPERIOR COURT 120 112 91 25-30 26 26 93 47 116 53 59 55 138 TAX RATE TOLL ROAD TUG BOAT-FERRY 93 56 68 U.S. ARMY-RECRUITS U.S. BUREAU OF INTERNAL REVENUE 56 36 VENEREAL DISEASE VETERANS ADMINISTRATION 21 35 WARNER HOUSE WASHINGTON, GEORGE-VISIT TO EXETER WATER LINE-ELWYN ROAD WENTWORTH ACRES WINTER-1918 WOMEN 'S CITY CLUB-28TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD WAR 68 69 90,100 79-80, 88, 91, 93, 101-2 69 54 YANKEE SHOEMAKER PLANT YORK, MAINE "PETTICOATS TO PIONEERS" Y.W .C.A. 56 70 54 , 121 ZONING 6,90-91 , 113 40 �\ \ \ \ I \ • �-, ,. �uJ ��v\ �uncil To Meet Here Tonight The Portsmouth · city council ls cheduled to meet at 8 o'clock tonight in a apeclal se.sslon. City Clerk Eileen Dondero Mid ha no definite I ems of business had been specified in the call of the meeting. However, Mayor Cecil M . Neal indicated hat city manager applications would be under consider a tlon. Islington Street ezoning Case 30·D." In Court gcdn An '-!))pea I to Fet B Ide the lndur,- 1 ,1 , •Wl lt, ordm tlte C0IU"Prning the BOO Isllnp:t-0n str t rea has I 1\IAYOR RECEIVES CO rGRAT LATIO S- Iayor Cecil nt, 'eat (lefl) receives Ute good wlshe of 111s predecessor, Mrs. Iar.v C. Dondero, after inaugural ceremonies ycsterda. at city hall. ssi tant Iayor Richman S. ~Iargeson {right) iooks on. Mayor 'cal was elected Y"Sterday by the vole of all niJ1e members of the cllv council. i\lrs, Dondero, who will serve on then w council, went out of office after three year as ma •or, Both Ia or 1 'eal and ouncilman 1argeson are serving in their fir t elcctJYe office . (Porlamoulh Herald pholo) Cecal · M. Neal Wini 'Mayoralty e rch for Manager tarts been filed In an effor' by an djolning property holder to make the city show, "public need" for lndustrlal!za,tion of the area. Last month the Rockingham county superior court refused to restrain the city council from passage of the rezoning ordina nee as petitioned by J. Paul Griffin for Landers and Griffin, Inc. The appeal, filed on behalf of Townsend Byrne of 848 Islington street, claims the council ignored the question of "publlo need" when it voted to make 800 Islington street an Industrial zone. Thomas J. l\forrls, aUorn for l\Jr. BJ m , explained !hat Ute latest action I "In no 1rn connected" with th pr vious petition for an lnjunc!lon. Subpoenas were served on Mayor Cec:ll M. Neal and City Clerk Dondero this morning at city hall by Deputy Sheriff William J. Linchey. Councflman Cecil M. Neal was immediate future but intended "to achievements of her administraelec ed ma~·or of Portsmouth by get some rest." tion, l!stlng the health center and the unanimous vote of the first city 'ot one dissenting ,,ote wa comfort station, the lnstallabion of manager council yesterday at brief heard from the nine councilmen parking meters and the correction inaugural ceremonies and today a when !hey were polled by Cit of parking and traffic problems 1n search begins for a. city manager Clerk lleen Dondero on the the downtown area. ;,;·ho must take over city administranomination of Councilman to tion by April 1. Other Items listed by Councilman the mayoralty. Councilman Richman S. Margeson Dondero included the new swimThe mayor, launched the new ad- ming pool, the repaving of Maplewas elected to the new of!ice of The Inaugural was attended by assistant mayor and wlll act as ministration on a policy of "action" wood avenue, establishment of the former Mayon; Alb rt Hislop, Orel ceremonial head of the city in the and "dispatch" in the handling of brade school and community cen- Dexter, Rob rt Marvin, Kennard E. city a:~fa1rs. event of Mayor Neal's absence. ter, city employes retirement sys- Goldsmith and Mrs. Donrlero. Many other city officials witnessed the Hf a erted that the city's first tem. The city councll will meet 1n oath of office admmistered by the Mayor 'cal asked the council city manager oounc1J came into a special session MondaJ• night city clerk who presided at the meetto grant him authorll,r to draw office with "no axes to grmd'' and to ell cus admlulstra lion with lhg until Councilman Llnchey was & warrant for the Pl!- ment of asked that Portl!mouth's citizens 6 verai depa1·tmcnt h•ad5 l'Ortd appointed temporary chairman. The pa II a nrl nth er P prn P "bear with us In the trau lllon to to cons der applirations tor the Invocation was given by the Rev. lnrld ntal tn rt.- bu,lne5, uncity managership." city manai;er post. Robert H. Dunn, of st. John's til the appointm nt or a manaOther councilmen sworn in b Mayor Neal told Tha PorlBmouth church . ger. City Clerk Dondero mcluded Roland Herald toda)' that "the council ls Mr. Llnche relinquished the The council also speedily autboranxious to get the new regime e.s- I. Noyes, Lester R. Whitaker, Mary gavel to l\Jayor Neal after prelz d the borrowing of 500,000 to ta blished and op rating smoothly." C. Dondero, John J. Leary, W!lliam siding through the elecllon of a meet current expenses; an indeHe explained that he would not J. Llnchey, Frank E. Paterson and • mayor. pendent audit of th city books; Thomrus H. Simes. have office hours at clty hall beNearly 100 p ons crowded the and the normal function of all city cause "the admini tration a soon council chamber to watch the mauPrior to Mayor J\'eal's brief department.s. as possible will be in the hands of lnaugur:tl address, Councilman Councilman Dondero asked If a, guratlon of the new councll and the the city manager." and former mayor, Mary C. set of rules to govern th conduct election of Mr. Neal to the mayorMeanwhlle, former mayor Mary Dondero, gave a,n acount of her of the councll would be adop ed. alty. C Dondero was taking her first The new ma yor won the Novem"stewardship" of the cit.1· during Upon the motion of Councilman va atlon In three years today, and the pre,·ious admlnl,tration. Sunes, the mavor designated Coun- ber race for ma ·or against Councilwas found by newsmen preparing The former mavor, who ran first cUman Nove.o. Whitak r and Sime.s man Dondero but the election was lunch at her apartment. She said in the votmg in the Dec. l9 council a a committee of three to tnves- declared nuJllfled when the ol~y manager referendum was recounted she had not made anl' plan,; for the race, brief I y ummarlzed the ithi;a . I �THE 1948-49 CIT O NCIL-Members of Portsmouth's first city manager council pose before their first official business sc sion held last t the head of the table is Mayor Cecil M. Nial. On the left of the picture are (left to right) Councilmen Mar . Dondero Lester R. Whitaker, Roland I. ' oyes and Richman S. Iarg·eson, who also serv s as assistant mayor. On the right (left lo right) City Clerk Eileen 'non~ dero and ouncilmen ) llliam J. Linchey, Frank E. Paterson, John J. Leary and Thomas H. Sim es. (Portamou~ Herald photo> .:fO, ~ 111ght at city hall. Osborn Tells Woes Of Public Works ~Q,~ A recital of confusion within the street department was heard by the city council last night as Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn gave his version of the months-old controversy Isurrounding that phase of municipal operations. At the same time, the council was confronted with legal barriers presented by the new city charter which threatened to forestall payment of wages earned by street and water deuartment workers. This, however, was overcome today when City Solicitor Samuel Levy ruled that the payrolls could be met on authorization by the mayor, after approval by the city auditor and council. Called in by the city council to give a "picture" of the street deThe que.stlon o! the legality of partment, Mr. Osborn presented a authorizing the mayor to 5 ign the gloomy sketch of equipment short- payrolls for the slireet and water ages and "inefficient" personnel. departments was raised by counMr. Osborn, under que lioncilman Dondero who said that If ing from ouncilman William J. the council departed from proviLinchey, claimed that he had slons of the bill there might be a not been free to hire and fire penalty !or .such action. She urged personnel as he saw fit. •that the city sollcltor be consulted. Councilman Mary c. Dondero asA IO-minute recess was taken by sailed this contention, arguing that the council while members attemptthe now defunct board of street ed to locate Solfcitor Levy by telcommissioners had voted-"and it's ephone to obtain a rulfng. The solon the records"-to giv~ the superin- lcitor was unavailable, however, tendent a "free hand." and the council pa.ssed a motion by The superintendent countered her Councilman Thomas H. Simes that st,atement, saying, "I never let a 1 th e _payrolls be signed by the mayor, man up there go but what I was subJect to the solicitor's later rulgetting telephone calls telling me w Ing. to put the man back to work. It was Mayor Neal appointed a commiteasier to keep them than to be al- tee of four to invest! te It ways arguing " ga c Y · . manager applications. It 15 composMr. Osborn told the council that ed of Councilman Richman. s. Marmuch of the equipment at -the cit.y geson, chairman; Councilmen Frank yard was in "junk" condition or E. Paterson, John J. Leary and obsolete. In the first category he LJnchey. placed four Mack trucks, which were Another committee, also under the brought to city hall last year for chairmanship of Councilman Marinspection by the city council. geson, was named to investigate apMayor Cecil M . Neal qu tloned plicatlons for the prevJously authorthe superintendent on new equip- ized independent audit of the city ment necessary to the proper func- books. Members are Councilmen Rotionlng of the street department. land I. Noyes and Dondero. The mayor also praised the In connection with city manager 11now clearance efforts of the applications, Mayor Neal read a letdepartment which Mr. Osborn ter from J. D. Hartford, publisher of uld cost the city 10,000 during The Portsmouth Herald, who !orwa.rdthe first two big storms. ~d answers he had received to letters sent by The Herald to city managers throughout the country. I I I The council voted to have the ma.yor acknowledge the letter cover completion of the work, ''with thanks." l\Ir. Osborn said he was "not Action on appointment of a satisfied about that" and that member of the council to the planls why he i.5 holding the vouchrung board was postponed on the ers. motion of Councilman Simes, who In th er business the city counsuggested that the council get a ell voted to : ruling from the city solicitor on who Pernut slidmg on specified cltv should appoint members to such streets at th e discretion of th~ boards. . superintendent of .streets. The planning board vacancy ereRescind a resolution to borrow ated by expiration of the term of · $500,000 for current expenses so John W. Durgin, Sr., was also left that it would read to empower the unfilled. mayor to sign the notes. During the · council's lengthy disApprove the depositing of funds cusslon with Mr. Osborn, the street by the treasurer. .super!ntendent wu asked to review Answer a letter-contents not projects under street department Ire!id-from the UniversHy of New jurisdiction which are now under ; Hampshire. way. Delay approval o! cab transfers This brought Ul!, the Maplefrom Leo Bronzetti to Edward Lawwood avenue bridge question, rence. ' which Mr. Osborn claimed has Meet in another special session cost the city more than 11,000 Friday at 8 pm. "with nothing to show for It." He said that two sets of plans had been prepared for the job but that he ha:d seen neither of them. The 11,000 was spent for "engineering,'' according to Mr. Osborn. Portsmouth will borrow $250 ,000 Councilman Dondero . explained to meet current expenses at an inthat the Maplewood avenue job had terest rate of .79% , City Treasurer been the vote of the city council and Teresa Demarais said today. that the board of street commisFive bicl.s from bank.s in New sioners had requested funds to do Hampslure and Massachusetts were , the job. She added that the plans opened by the city treasurer and and specifications were in the water Mayor Cecil M. eal. 'office at city hall, "if Mr. Osborn had cared to look." She suggested that the A. T. Granger Associates of Hanover, en• glneers on the project be asked to come before the council, along with street commissioner David R . Smith, to "answer questions so we can get Five new ballot boxes-one for a clear picture of this work." After citing a need for certain each ward-arrived at city hall yessupplies, Mr. Osborn was authorized I terday tor storage until needed In by the councll to continue the op- the 1948 primaries and election.s. eration of his department and to Ordered by lasb year's council, make the necessary small 'p urchases. The reconstruction of Prospect the boxes v.r!ll replace the old, street was also brought to the coun- much handled boxes in use for many cil's attention when Mr. Osborn, re- years. marking that he considered that work a "part" of the Maplewood avenue project, sald he was withholding vouchers for $30,000 to pay for the construction until he could obtain certification of Its completion from Commissioner Smith, 1 who was the project inspector. Asked if the $30,000 would 1 ° I City To Borrow $250,000 Sum~"'' INew Ballot Boxes Arrive Here 1'l-6 �Dondero Resigns Recreation Post 'J" To 'Avoid' Clash Two City Offi~ia ls Attempt To Sit In One Chair 'Jo,1 Two people in one chair-unless they're very good friendsis nigh impossible. But former l\layor l\ ary C. Dondero and fayor ecil l\'1. 'eal last night almost proved it isn't. The debatable problem arose when the aforementioned both attempted to assume chairmanshi]) at a meeting of the re crealion commission. Councilman Dondero contended she was appointecl chairman of the commission and until such time as that group elected officers she would preside. Mayor "ea!, who could not be reached for comment today, had other icleas. He was chairman, he said. Mrs. Dondero eventually won the "tug-of-chair" contest and 1ayor ' cal put his gavel back in his pocket. City Solicllor Samuel Levy ruled today that a. reso lution passed b th e city council ls not the procedure for amending an ordinance. He referred to Couneilman Dondero's ssertion th t she had been a member of the commission the past three years by virtue of a resolutlon pas ed by the 1945 council which appointed th mayor to the commission, e offi io. l\lembers of the commission ques tioned Irs. Dondero's present membership on the ground that she had been appointed to a seat still occupied b,v lrs. Gertrude Picl<ett. lrs. Dondero countered with the argument that J\lrs. Pickett had resigned. Council Probes Contract Payment Here Tonight ':P·1 An Investigation Into the nonpayment of $30,000 due contractors on the Maplewopd avenue repaving job has been scheduled for tonight's meeting of the Portsmouth city council. 1 David R . Smith, city inspector of the project, and Street Superintendent Clayton E. Osborn have been asked to appear at 8 pm to explain why they have riot agreed on the money due Landers and Griffin, Inc. The council also invited J. Paul Griffin of the contracting firm and City Solicitor Samuel Levy to attend. The bllJ can not be paid until approved by the street superintendent. This approval has bean withheld by Mr. Osborn pending Mr. Smith's signing of a work completion certificate. Councilman Mary C. Dondero toda y submitted her resignation as a. member of the Portsmouth Recreation commission in a surprise move she described as an effort to avoid "possible con tro versy." In a. terse statement to Stowe Wilder, secretary of the commissio n, the former local mayor and member of the commission two and a half years, said her action seemed necessary "because the new charter does not allow councilmen to occupy other municipal offices ." The resignation ap])eared the aftermath of a verbal altercation at Tuesday night's meeting of the commission during which both Mrs. Dondero and Mayor Cecil M. cal attempted to act as chairman of the group. Mrs. Dondero today expressed the hope that voters would not believe the resignation means her loss of interest In the commission or 1t.s work. "I always have been Interested In recreation for youth," she said. "I shall continue to be, both in my capacity as a member of the city council and as a private citl1 zen," she added. The councilman also branded as a "misconception" alleged reports that she had been a member of the commission illegally during her two erms as mayor. "Chapter 51 , section 37 of the public Laws of New Hamp.shire definitel y state that the city council Ls empowered to appoint the mayor to the recreation commission I by resolution or by amendment of I the ordinance," she said. I I "I was appointed In 1945 by a. resolution Introduced at a council meeting by then Councilman Glenn Race. However, It ls true that ln other cases an ordinance can't be amended by a ~esolu tlon." Mrs. Dondero listed the achlevement.s of the commission since It was founded in 1945: 1. The new swimming pool. 2. Thirteen playgrounds operating under trained Instructor.!!. 3. Free band instruction. 4. Five skating .ireas provided throil;-bout the dby. 5. Soft-ball league for adult.s. 6. Junior baseball league. 7. Arts and crafts Classes dw'ing the summer months. 8. TI1e new commw1ity center. Council To Probe 8 Payment Dispi!~~ Council Approves Wage Palments :l (\ \ I:) To City Employes In Repaving employes will be paid on sohedule this '1.•eek after action .last. night by the Portsmouth city counell authorizing Mayol' Cecil M. Neal to sign payrolls. The council also gave approval to bhe payment of bills Incurred since Jan . 1. However, a file of bllla-approved for payment ' by the previous administration but lef~ unpal.d7 was refened to a committee consisting of Councilmen William J. Linchey, John J. Leary and Roland I. Noyes for Inspection and report to the council. City Solicitor Samuel Le\,y recommended paymenb of the · leftover bills, explaining that approval by the present council was "just a. formality." Cif,y i I It also granted use or bhe south ward room to the members or the Erickson famil y, 84 Gates street, for a family party. A petition for dl.smantling of the old Frank Jones pumping stabion near the Portsmouth airport was tabled on the motion of Council- . man Leary. The meeting was adjourned until next Wednesday at 5 pm when the council will again meet to approve the payrolls. ~ , ':)(A,"). Contractors on the Maplewood avenue repaving project were 30,ooo richer to(Uly after the city cc;>Uncil last night ordered payment for t.he contract. Action on the long delayed paymnet to Landers and Griffi.\l quickly followed a ruling by City- .Solicitor Samuel Levy that the ' bill was "due and payable" after certification of payment by the engineers and the city's inspector, David R. Smith. Mr. Smith, a former street commissioner, was as){ed by Mr. Levy .I! he objected to signing a certificate prepared by A. T. Granger associates of Hanover, the city's engineers. 1 " ot at all," Mr. Smith re- Refet' a letter from the board of directors of the Community Chest , to the Commw1lty center committee in which it was asked that their yo uth welfare agencies be allowed to participate in the activities of the Community center . Approve a tag day for the March of Dimes committee. ·•rt went ahead and Jet the contract for the work, w}llch was Ille• plied. Borrowing Mr. Levy's fountain pen, he signed the engineers' certificate in the presence of the council. Councilman Thomas H. Simes concurred in the ruling of the city solicitor. The judge also briefly sketched the history of the contract. The previous city council hired A. T. Granger associates to prepare specifications for the Maplewood avenue project, he explained. An investigation of the city's failure to pay 30,000 due contractors for the Maplewood avenue repaving job was scheduled for next week I when the city council met last night, I Street Superintendent Clayton E. j Osborn and former commissioner David R. Smith will be asked to present their di.ff erences. j The council's action was based on a letter from Mr. Osborn in v."11lch he explained his refusal to sign vouchers until the completion of the work, "according to specifications," had been ~ertlfied by Mr. Smith. Mr. Smith had acted as the city's Inspector on the repaving job, which was done by Landers and Griffin, Inc., local contractors. During the council's discussion of Mr. Osborn's letter, Councilman Mary C. Dondero described the situation as "a matter of personal differences between the two men." She added that Mr. Smith had refused to sign a oerlJficate prepared by Mr-:Qsborn "because of its v. ord1ng:· However, the · council approved the payment of bills still pending from last yea1·'s business with the exception of a bllJ for $2,300 :from W. E. Connell, a contractor, for construction of voting booths, ballot. boxes, a new floor at city hall and a flag case. Payment of this b1JJ was deferred until a council committee determined that the work was completed. In other business the city council voted to: Approve payment of $200 to the nava l shipyard for a bronze plaque in memorial to past ma yors of the city, In other business the council approved Installation of a neon sign by the Portsmouth Electric shop, 76 Daniels street, under supervision of Supt. of Sbreets Clayton E. Osborn. Council Orders Con1pany Paid For Street Job Joo 1 I I gal. . , · ers "Before the street comnuss1on could obtain an Injunction against I the project, the city council turn_ed it over to them. The street commissioners accepted, It and it is my opinion that certification by the engineers ls all that is required be• fore the contractors receive payment." ' Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn, whose letter to the council brought about the Investigation, was not asked to speak. Former CommissionSmith earlier had decllned to :~gn a certificate drafted by Mr . Os• born. M le Prior to considering the ap wood avenue project, the council had approved payment of payrolls [ and b111s. �Sllow Costs Zoom As Heavy torm we eps ver City J~."A - Treasurer Says $19,500 Spent Since First Fall Portsmouth dug deeper into Jts municipal pocket today to pay the cost of snow removal which already exceeds $19,500 this winter as an-1 other storm swept over the community. At least four inches had fallen by early afternoon as the weatheqnan pointed to a new cold wave tomorrow. From six to eight inches ot snow was predicted by nightfall. The new storm came as officials at herburne pumping station announced at least 70 inches had fallen smce early December, Snow removal costs, according to City Auditor Jack Fenwick, have been 19,571 since the first snowfall last month. Mr. Fenwick said 6,859.23 was taken from municipal funds between Jan. 1 and Jan. 10 for snow clearance and sanding operations. With a cold blast riding in the wake of the snow, Portsmouth area. residents were assured some relief from the present oil shortage. State Fuel Coordinator John E. Holden of ewington announced at least 20,000 barrels or fuel oU would arrive in Portsmouth today aboard two tankers. Meanwhile, state pollce at Concord said snow was falling throughout New Hampshire. stating most roads were "very slippery" they warned motorists to drive carefully. A similar situation existed in Maine where most roads, including the new Inter-State highway, were in a hazardous condition. Supt. of Streets Clayton E. Osborn said street department workers started snow clearance operations early this morning when the snow began to fall. Two municipal trucks, and a. local contractors' equipment worked throughout the day in an effort to keep abreast of the storm. No extra. workers were hired this morning but Superintendent Osborn said he may be forced to recruit addltional help later today. ity l\Iarshal Leonard B. He11itt said local police would cooperate 11ilh street department In removing automobiles which hamper snow removal elJorh. Marshal Hewitt emphasized importance of keeping automobile! away from vital sections of city clogged with snow. Most &erious handicap to snow removal work, asserted Marshal Hewitt, is parked automobiles. The local police head urged Porlsmou tl1 motorists not to dnve automobiles unless absolutely necessary. He al.so requested Portsmouth drivers be "extra. cautious" if they intend to drive during the storm. An other plea. for public cooper• ation was made by Posbmaster Peter · J . Hickey. Pointing out several postal workers already have been injured on• snow-cluttered sidewalks, the local pos tal official asked Port.smouth r ident.; to clear aproaches to homes as soon as possible. Mr. Hickey said mail deliveries were on sobeduie this morning despite the .storm. 'o ;uicidents resulting from the storm were reported early this afternoon by local and 11,l ate police. Slightly affected by falling snow were Boston and Maine Transporti.c:1 compan bu in Por'.,smouth which a spokesman said were "a few minutes late." Trams Irom Boston and Portland also were slightly tardy upon arrival Ill Portsmouth. Track crews augmented by 20 extra. workers were keeping main switches and tracks clear as the storm progressed. Interstate buses were meeting little difficulty in reaching destlna.tions. DWARD C. PETERSO 9 �(O . C. Peterson; Bay State Man; Reports Feb. 16 ' At Middleboro, Mr. Peterson dealt aggregate budget Councilman Thomas H. Simes which approximated $900,000 in put the name of Mr. Peterson in 1947. He is the administrative head rnomination at this morning's sesof 225 municipal employes there. .slon of the council. He described Mr. Peterson describes himsel! as the hours of work that Assistant a. firm believer In an "open door Mayor Richman S. Margeson's compolicy" at the city hall and i;ubmittee had gone through In culling scribes to the theory that "no probthrough the applications. lem is too minor or no citizen too 1 "The stage now is set, thanks small to be heard." f-0 those efforts, for the elecA soft-spoken six-footer who 18 tion of a 1n er," tr. lmes addicted to "doodling," he expressed said. "It's one of the most Imhimself as "anxious to give the citiA 41-year-old veteran public administrator from Midportant decisions this council zens of Portsmouth the kind of govdleboro, Mass.-Edward C. Pete1:so~-wa_s chosen b! the ernment and service their tax dolwill have to make." city council today as Portsmouth s first city manager at a lars pay for." Councilman Lester R. Whitaker "I hate to leave Mlddleboro salary of $8,000 a year. · i quietly seconded Councilman Simes' because of the many friends I've The council voted unanimously to place the adm 1n s-nomination of Mr. Peterson. There made here," he said. "But the tra tive affairs of the city in the hanas of Mr. Peterso~ aft.er a / was no dissenting vote as City Clerk opportunity in Portsmouth is a. Eileen Dondero polled the council. month-long job of sifting ~hrough nearly 50 applications step up'ward and It presents a. When the last councilman answerchallenge." from throughout the nat10n. ed in the affirmative, an almost auMr. Peterson Is a !our-year veteran of World War II, having served dible sigh of relief escaped from the as a captain in the Sanitary corps councilmen. Their first month in I The manager was picked on his His next position was with the of the Army Medical department in office has been spent trying to keep record of 20 years experience in muEmergency Municipal Fin a. n c e the city's business functioning normnlclpal government. He will assume board of Maine, wh1ch put him In I Panama, Hawaii, Pelelieu, Okinawa ally under a charter which made few his Portsmouth duties Feb. 16. the role of municipal "trouble- and Korea. provisions for the period of changeMr. Peterson has served as town shooter" for the town of Van Buren He left the armed service In Nov- over to city managership. manager of Middleboro for the past from 1937 to 1938. In this job he ember, 1946. The appointment also ended the ten years and prior to that held was charged with the task of reHe is a. member of the Unitarian flood of · rumots with whlch the similar positions in Eastport a.nd viving the financial life of the church, the American Legion and WaslJburn, Me. • councilmen have been besieged for bankrupt community. Veterans of Foreign Wars. His frat- the past 30 days, A "confidential" He began his career in stoughMr. Peterson was appointed town ernal affiliations Include the Ma.sons ton, Mass., where he was assistant manager at Mlddleboro in 1938 and and Elks. He is a registered engineer tip on the identity of the man who bown manager while still attending since that time has been credited and a member of the International wouJd administer Portsmouth's afcollege, He also served as a comfairs could be had on any street corwith a long series of improvements City Mana,gers association. ner downtown. missioner for the fown . of Van. in services to the town's taxpayers. Mr. Peterson is married and has Buren, Me., under that state's EmHowever, in keeping with the Nearing completion at the present one daughter, Brenda, six years of erg·ency Munlclpal Finance boa,rd. request of the International ls a $700,000 project which will ex- age. A native of Hyde Park, Mass., he City Managers assoclatlon, the tend the town's water service to attended the public schools of names of men considered for the residents living as far as six miles 1 1 Stoughton an,ct Brockton, Mass. He pos.ltlon were carefu11y withheld beyond the present water limits. In graduated from Massachusetts Inby the council. the aqvanced planning stage is a stibute of Technology in 1933 with a $330,000 sewage dispo.sal pla11t. It Is now known that everal of civil engineering degree. Later, A m on g the outstanding the men who were interviewed by while town manager at Middleachievements of Mr. Peterson's the council's committee, or discussed boro, he attended Suffolk Law administration is a marked reby it, have since secured manager school, Boston , !or two years. duction in municipal power 1 positions in other New Hampshire He set out immediately upon rates despite a heavy outlay in cities. a career of public administraPortsmouth has a city mana~ Immediately following the councapital improvement of the tion after his graduation from system. today, after members of the 01 ell's special mee ting this morning MIT with his appointment 11.!1 council's special comm!ttee ha Mayor Cecil M. Neal telephoned Mr'. Middleboro, a town. of 10,000 poputown manager at Washburn, travelled hundreds of miles Inter Peterson to inform him of the aplation, maintains its own electric viewlng nearly 50 candidates. polntment. Confirmation of the where he served for two years, power and gas plants, besides the from l91i4 to 1936. usual functions of water i;upply and The city council's choice-Tow;councll's decision will be forwarded He the11 moved to Eastp rt M street construction. All of these Manager Edward C. Peterson c by special delivery letter. city manager and remained In that functions are centered under his *Middleboro, Mass.-followed app!L cations from points west to Oregon, jurisdiction. community from 1936 to 1937. ( south to Florida. and the extreme I northern boundaries of Maine. I with an annual Councilmen Sigh With Great Relief 1~ As Quest En ds �Council Passes 1'. l Street Problem ~ To City Manager Investigation into progre58 of reconstruction on Prospect street w!ll be among the first problems to face newly appointed City Manager Edward C. Peterson after the city council voted last night to place the project In his charge. At the same time the council referred the $350 annual pay raise requested by Portsmouth firemen to bhe city manager when he assumes office Feb. 16. A hangover from the previous administration, the Prospect gtreet construction has met opposition from residents who claim that cubting back the face of the h!ll has endangered their property. Mayor Cecil M . Neal told the council he has investigated the situation and had been assured by Street Supt. Clayton E. OSborn bhat there would be no more excavation. ouncilman Frank E. Pater5on moved to have the city manager look Into the project as soon as possible. The motion to delay action on the salary raise petition from the permanent firemen was passed without discussion. In their letter to the council, the firemen cited the rising cost of 11 ving as a reason for the 1·equested raise In pay. The councilmen also referred to the city manager a proposed budget of $9,000 for maintenance of the comfort station and health center. However, they requested the city solicitor to Investigate the need tor fire Insurance on the building as the result of a letter from the Granite Slate Fire Insurance Co., which asked for figures on the cost of the building before underwriting a policy. Meanwhile, the councll asked Its commlttPP on bill to investigate a ~111 from W. E Connell, a c.ontractor. for repair work at city hall. ouncllman b,ry C. Dondero charged that artion b the bills committee holding up payment was "!llegal" because the 1,400 Connell blll had not been included 1n the commlttee'1 ln• vestlgatlng. She further argued that a. motion made at a previous meeting to pay "remaining outstanding bills" covered the statement from Connell. The former mayor "wondered" why U1e Connell bill had been "picked out" by Councilman John J. Leary's committee for "special attention." She contended that. some ·of the bllls from the street department, already approved by the council, needed probing. Mrs. Dondero al.so said that during her administration she had tried to see bhat "everything that could be was bought locally," which was not bemg done "now." Afler authorizing the bills committee to check the Connell state(Please turn to page three) ment, the council voted to ad- , vertise for bids on a. 10,000 re- 1 modeling project ab the public ltbra.ry. City Solicitor Samuel Levy told the council that he had suggested to the trustees of the library that they request the count:!! for action on bhe proJect. In its closing discussion, the council failed to furnish a. second to a motion by Mrs. Dondero that the city hall be losed tomorrow mornlng during funeral services for T/5 John E. Ryan, whose body was re• turned from overseas last night for burial. However, the council rnted t-0 have Mayor Neal represent the city at the services and to have the city flag lowered to half mast.• In disposing of other business, the council voted to: 'Authorize the mayor to sign the weekly payrolls and vouchers. Accept reports from the plumbl11g Inspector, city marshal and the trustees of the trust funds. Advertise for bids on the printing of 15,000 poll tax bllls. Refer to the street superintendent a. claun for gates reported broken by snow plows from A. W. Pace of 118 Mailewood avenue. Accept an invitation from the Portsmouth lodge of Elks to attend a charity basketball game tomght at Junior high &eh.Joi gymnasium. Instruct the mayor to take action appropriate to securing state funds for Class V roads. Renew the lease for office space with the army recruiting service. Table a letter of complaint from Edna F. Young of 76 Elwyn avenue, which concerned the plowing back of snow into her driveway. Permit the sale of Easter lilies for the benefit of crippled children. Approve the erection o! signs at 137 Vaughan street and 10 Vaughan street under the supervision of the street superintendent. Approve use of the Port.smouth Community center for Sunday basketball as requested by the Rev. Nlch• olas C. Tsaknldes. Table a. petition from Albert M. McLaughlin of 298 Myrtle avenue to buy city-owned land until rules of procedure are adopted. Pernut use of the Plains school house by the Four Leaf Clover 4-H club. Refer a petition for the city's ac• ceptance of Foch avenue as an approved street to the street superintendent. File a letter of appreciation from the Ericks-On family of Gates street for bhe use of the South ward room. Refer !Q the planning board a petition for the rezoning of property at South and Broad streets from Fred G. Ward. Grant a. pedlar's llcerue to Francis B. Armel of 97 South street. Accept and file a report from the city tirea~rer. Establish the hours from noon until 6 pm as voting hours for the March 9 presidential primary. After a request from Carl A. Peterson for a quitclaim deed bo property known as Lot 3 on Plan 90 to the city .soliclto1·. CONGRATUL TIONS: HO SE-Mayor Cecil M. Neal, left, shakes hand& -nllh Port&mouth' new city manager, Edward C. Peterson, after the local overnment e ecutlve visited informally with the cit council eaterda afternoon. l\lan:iger Peterson also Inspected his new house at 9 fiddle road and went back to his home in l\liddleboro, Ian., with a copy of the new city charter to atudy prior to assuming his duties here next Monday. -=\, ~ Tax Bill Printing Bids Received f-\\\ Two bids for printing 15,0Jl0 poll tax bills have been filed with City Clerk Eileen Dondero. The bids, one from the Strawberry Bank Print Shop at 63 Market 1 street and the other from the Randall Press at 19 Daniels street, are to be opened by the city council at a future meeting. I Council Approve Payment of1--,Bill , , I Awaits Manager Several thousand dollar In munl• cipal payrolls and bills ere BP• proved last night by the Porlsmoulb cit v council It was the coupcll s tmal meeting before the arm· l Mondav of cit manager, Edward C. Peterson. · Councilman John Leary, chairman of the council's special committee on outstanding bllls, recommended pa ·ment of a bill for $2.382 rrom the William E. Connell contracting company. The bill was given to the committee at a previol.16 meetmg when payment was questioned by the council. Councilman Leary asked for Councilman Mary C. Dondero's assistance in Investigating several bi11s held over from her tenure of office as mayor. The committee's report waa acCl)pted on a. motion by Councilman Richman S. Margeson. When a council member addressed Mayor Neal without arising from hls chair. Councilman Dondero sug:ested her colleagues stand In lhe future. Her suggestion was accepted. In final business lhe council adopted a mollon by Councilman Thomas H . Simes they adjourn until a call from the chair. I I Investigate a bill for $1,400 from the Worthington Pump and Mach• ine Corp., also a bill for $2,900 from the Hall Co. Refer to the city manager, letters quoting prices on city yard equipment. Return property leased by the elty from the Boston and Maine railroad ab Vaughan and Russell streets. Refer t.o the city manager communications from the state housing authority. Empower the mayor to appoint !I. ' committee to Investigate requests 1 for taxi permits. Refer to the city manager a. bill for back taxes owed by H. A. Yea.ton �Too Much at Stake for Haste EDWARD . PETER 0 • •• "There'll be a new chair." Firs City Manager • =h17 Quietly Take Reins The next two years will provide the test. Belween now and the next municipa_l election, the seeds of administrative efficiency in• our .city manager government will•grow into a harvest of approving confidence among the voters, or the blight or mismanagement and non-compliance will destroy all that we hope to reap. · That is why every move, every step must be a sure one and a right one. · Every mis-move -and every- mis-step will only furnish footing -for the. constant antago:oists who seek to bring about the downfall of city managership in Portsmouth. So we speak up now with a word of caution-in guard- I ing interest of the plan 's success. We believe that the city manager's announcement yesterday of his "p_ermanent"-appointments of seve_n principal city officials was a mis-step. We believe he acted hastily and without due considei·ation of his requirements under· the city charter. . _ We fail to understand hQw the manager, . after little more than two weeks on the job, could take such positive action as to establish the chosen department heads-important appointments all-on a permanent basis. And, furthermore, we are in considerable doubt about-the· justification for some of the appointees on the record of their past performances. Secondly, it appears that the manager overlooked specific provisions of the charter which require competitive examina ion "so far as practicable" in filling city positions. It seems that the most effective approach for the manager would have been to make the appointments tempor~ry or probationary, in order that those persons could be put to his own test of ability and efficiency. The permanent character of a_ny appointment is a handicap to removal, if such is ever necessary. As for the provisions of the char ter, it is important that they be followed to the letter. Frequent deviation weakens the charter and it becomes useless when ignored for con. venience. . Perha,ps it is appropriate to remind the manager, and the council, that this is the system of government chosen by the citizens, and they must be considered. ~ Smilingly threading his wa through job seekers, the plainly curious, well wishers and salesmen, City Manager Edward C. Peterson quie ly took up the administrative reins today as Portsmouth's first city manager. The city executive arrived unher->'-In a. more serious mood, the alded yesterday afternoon a nd was city manager asked for the untaken on a quick inspection toth- of derstanding of the people that, city hall by Councilma n Mary C. "Miracles wlll not take place In Dondero. the space of hours, da s or Later, In a brief ceremon. , weeks." 'I\ Hnessed only by layor Cecil He explained that while certain J\1. ea! ancl newsmen, he rebusines . such as the 1948 budget, ceived the oath of office from would require immediate a ttention, 1 Hy lerk Eileen Dondero. he would spend much of his time in Mr. Peterson indicated that the next few weeks In studying the sweeping changes at city hall were "local situation" in the light of the not immediately in order with the revised city charter. remark, "I shall no t ma ke any ap"I plan to study the various depointments until I'm much better partments individually and to go acquainted with both the depart- over proce dures with the head of ment.<; llnd the personnel." the depar tment. Probably a a later HOl\'P,Vf:1, he dld mention 011" . date, when I've had time for analycha n e at. the h 11P that would sis, I shall call a meeting of key effectrd in the near future: 1 personnel to discuss the problems facing us." '"Iherr'JI be a new chair In thl, ofTlre very shortJ~·." he said Mr. Peterson said the establlshment of a municipal_ merit system as he ~flUirmed uncomfortably for city employes and the organizaIn an :mlediluvlan relic which tion of an "Administrative Code" formerly was occupied b,v pre were problems to which he expected sldin~ ·mayors at the council to give immediate consideration. table. The charter pro vides that meri t Mavor Neal admitted with grin Mr. Peterson said a formal meetsystem must be recommended by that. ·he had been re5ponsi ble for the transfer of chairs. He said he the manager within th1·ee months ing of the city council had not yet after he assumes offict\. He is g'lven been planned for this week. hoped the city fathers might authHe ls at present staying at a hosix months in which to formulate an orize a new one. administrative code for the opera- tel. He reported that Mrs. Peterson tion of the varioui; city departments. and their daughter, Brenda, hope to move into their Middle . road home within a few weeks. I -1" ,L Service Clubs· To Attend Dinner For City Mandger The Portsmouth Exchange club will be host to the Kiwanis, Lions and Rotary clubs March 2 at a dinner for Edward C. Peterson, Portsmouth's new city manager. The announcement was made at , the Tuesday meeting_ of the Exchange . club by President Robert E . Whalen. · _ Capt. Philip P. Qualey, AUS, of / Dover, attached to the army 's local recruiting headquarters, was guest speaker at the meeting. Captain Qualey discussed the need for a postwar volunteer army and listed four reasons why such an army should be supported: (1) In the next war the United States may not have strong allies ' and it probably would be attacked first. , (2) Occupation forces are needed to "win the peace." (3) Garrisons for outlying army posts are needed. 1 (4) The army's contributions to the American way of life are needed. The Rev. Raymond F. Smith, pastor of the Middle Street Baptist church, will be the speaker ,at next week's "'meeting o! the Exch ange club. I I 'l.-· �-----~- --------), Manager's List By- passes Appointment _vof City Clerk Appointment of a. city clerk was~ conspicuously missing from a. list of /- - - - -- - -- -: principal city officials who were named today by City Manager Edward C. Peterson . The city manager appoinled J. Warren Somerby as tax collector; Teresa. Demarais, treasurer; Robert E. Herrick, Fred w. Sanborn and T. Wesley Ham, assessors; Clayton E. Osborn, highway and waler su- 1 perintendent; and George T . Cogan, fire chief. However, there was no mention of an appointment to the cit y clerkship and the status of Miss Eileen Dondero, who has held the job for the past two Jears, was In doubt. I Mr. Peterson said that he had no announcement to make in connection wth this office "at the present time... Rumors have circulated in official circles since the inauguration of the city manager form of government that Miss Dondero would not be reappointed. The "msiders" have contended that the close connection of Miss Dondero's mother, Councilman Mary C. Dondero, to city affairs has made her reappointment "doubtful." Howe, er, a few days after assuming his duties in Portsmouth, Mr. Peterson ;aid that appomtments would be made on the "basis of efficiency." Trea3urer Demara! , Fire hief Cogan, Collector omerby and 1 trret Supt. Osborn are Incum "YOU A POLI El\tA ?"-And the reply is "yes'• from Patrolman Ed11ard carpool s he directs "traff(c" bents. I rs. Demarais has en•ed and attempts to control a. boisterous line of young Portsmouth c •clisls as they apply for the 1948 red and while for the past two years, while Mr. bicycle plates a.t th e Community center this m.ornlng. (Porlamoulh Herald/hoto> ogan has 10 years service. Mr. Somerby began as collector In FPbruary, 1942, and Mr. Osborn has be"n ,uperinte 1dent for the past five I I Throbbing Eardrums Manager Setsr Deadline For C'' .. The three assessors are all eterans \\ith the board Mr. Sanborn and Mr. Ham were both Incumbents when the board was dissolved by the charter change and Mr. Herrick served several years ago. All three were candidates for the position m the nullified November ?lection, with Herrick and Sanborn Jn the victorious Republican ticji:et and Ham a. losing Democrat. 500 'Bike' Licenses Issued Here Today 1 Throbbtng eardrums and a. floor coated with candy bar wrappers were written off to "the ca~e"-that of safety for Portsmouth youngstersthis morni~g as more thall 500 boisterous kids were Issued their 1948 blcycle licenses. 1[h earcln1m belo11p;ed to a group of city officials h aded by Police Commissioner J. Paul Griffin who attempted to explain the red and white plates along with provisions of the bicycle license regulation. The floor: to the Community center. The noise was quelled by City l\larshal Leonard H. Hewitt who demanded silence a nd then told the bike owners the ordinan ce would be enforced by police. Commissioner Griffin explained the ordinance which bans "handlebar riding," cycling on sidewalks and cites lighting regulations for bicycles operated after dark. The licenses were distributed by City Olerk ;jl:ileen oudero. Heading a. line controlled by police was 10year-old Peggy Ann Shea. of 496 Greenslde avenue. ' Also 'on hand to caution the youngsters 011 their cycling behavior was Counc!lman Mary C. Dondero, under who e administration as mayor the ordinance was passed. \ 8 !~!:~er ~~~dUc~!~mon today set March 20 as a deadline for city departments In submitting their 1948 budget requests. A special form for departmental budgets Is being prepared, he 6ald, and would require each departme~t to itemize 1946 and 1947 expenditures In addition to 1948 estlmates. I , �Tax Officials To M eet ·n With State Commission 1 P.ortsmouth. city tax officials have been invited to attend a state tax comtnission meeting Saturday 14arch 20 at Exeter's town hall. All Rockingham eounty town se-:z,- - - - - - ' - - - - - - -lectmen, assessors and tax ,collectors, along with officials of other Gra,nlte State counties are required by Jaw to meet with the New Hampshire state tax commissioners after town meeting day for Instruction and advice concerning new tax legislation. This year, 11 separate meetings will be held from March 11 through March 23, under the direction of Commissioners John R. Spring, Ten projects-"worthy of support Lawton B. Chandler and· George H. by Portsmouth's four service clubs" Duncan. - were outlined briefly by City Man"Assessment of real estate · 1s still ager Edward C. Peterson last night a very important matter for the in his first local speaking appearassessors to consider," New Hampance at an Exchange club-sponsor• shire selectmen and tax officials 1 ed dinner at the Rockingham hotel. were told in a Jetter from the com: The city manager also used the mission. · ·. occasion as au opportunity to emSeveral new Jaws affecting tax I phas:12e that all appointments to city procedure wil! be discussed, includjobs were for "indefinite periods" ing one in reference to veterans' and "not permanent." tax exemptions. , He explained that an appointee would hold his city job only as long as he produced. If the appointee fails to do that, then "he will be removed," the manager sal e!. The speaker listed the projects which he· felt the Kiwanis, Exchange. Rotary and L10ns clubs should support a part of a "progressive movement for a better Portsmouth:'' 1 Three hundred Portsmouth cit{1) Development of Porl-.smouth izens packed the Community cenport facilities to make it a railhead ter last night to meet their new . for everything to the West. employe and his wife, City Mana(21 Diversify industry "to take all ger and Mrs. Edward C. Peterson. The city council sponsored rethe eggs out of one basket." ception followed a dinner for the (3) Increase factory space . . couple at the Hotel Rockingham, (4) Housing situation cons1deraattended by the council and a few tion. guests. (5) Traffic problem studies. Mayor and Mrs. Cecil M. Neal (6) Create central parking lot.s. stood in the receiving line with the (7) Build a bus terminal away Petersons and introductions were from Market square. performed by the mayor. (8) Improve present railroad staRefreshments were served by an tion facilities. all-volunteer committee consist(9) Develop the airport. ing of Mrs. M. Kecy, Mrs. Frank E. (10) The diversion of traffic from Butler, Mrs. Patrick Murphy, Mrs. Portsmouth by the new toll highRose Murray and Mrs. ".Mary Beway. rounsky. "A.II these things cannot be Tonight, the city manager will done by & single Individual or 1 be the guest of honor at a dinner a single group. The manager arranged by the Exchange club, at must have help and the service which the Rotarians, Kiwanians clubs can give it," Mr. Peterson and Lions also will be guests. told 150 members of the four Mr. Peterson is expected to make organizations. his first formal speech in Ports- , The city manager was introduced mouth following the dinner at the by Mayor Cecil M. Neal after the Hotel Rockingham. four club presidents, Robert Whalen Exchange club; Frank J. Massey: Lions; Nathan Wells, Kiwanis; and George A. Trefethen of Rotary had spoken briefly. Special guest.s of the Exchange were the members of the city council and the central committee of the Portsmouth Civic association. Philip F. Gray served as master of ceremonies. 1 Manager List 10 Rroiects fOJw ) ,City Improvement I I City Manager And Wife ·Feted By 300 Citizen~ I I Morley Plant ~batement Cuts · City Fund $13,875 An appropriation of $13,875 in the 1948 municipal budget will be necessary to cover a $375,000 tax abatement granted today by the State Tax commission to the Morley Co. of Islington street. City Manager Edward C. Peterso n l ( ' , , - - - - - - - - - said the board of asses.sors had re-1 ceived a. letter from the comm! ion ordering the 1947 asses.sment on the Morley plant reduced from $575,000 to $200,000. The city manager said the re.i;ultant loss to tt)e city treasury would have to be ade Up au of 1948 funds-computed at a rate of $37 on the thousand. The letter to the assessors explained that the tax commis• ~L sioners felt that the Morley company's assessment was In exce s of the value of the property. In 1946 the Islington street con-r The State Public Service commiscern was assessed for $230,000 which sion null! fled strong protests of the was raised to the 1947 figure of 575,000. Wentworth Acres Welfare associaThe $230,000 assessment 011 the tion today and approved an inuneMorley company was determined in diate increase In bus fares for Ports1943. In 1942 it was assessed for $205,000. mou th city routes and the PortsHowever, In arguing its case be mouth-Hampton Beach route, fore the conunission, company offiAt the same time, the comcials pointed out that in 1946 they mission denied a request of the sold part of their property to the Boston and Maine 'framportacity for $40,000. This, they contendtion compan , which operates ed, entitled them to a decreased, buses here, for a revision of fare rather than an increased appraised zones In Port mouth, value. Robert M. Herrick, chairma,n of The protest of the increase was explained 1 he board of assessors, made recently after a meeting of the that the abatement was on real esAcres associallon during which tate only and not on the machinery members maintained the rate hike or stock in trade, which was assesswould be unfair. ed for $251,000 in 1947. Raymond Muise, president of the [ The city manager said the only association, told The Portsmouth Hersolution he could see to the problem ald residents .of the Acres comprise was to ask the council to set up a a large segment of daily Boston and special appropriation of 13.875. He Maine bus passengers. pointed out that the money had been The bus company's rezoning recommitted in 1947 and must be quest was opposed by Remick H . forthcoming to meet the city's obliLaighton, local accountant, who obgations. jected to the rezoning proposed for Lincoln avenue. Bus Fare Boost On CityRoutes Wins ·Approval Margeson Named : Clerk in Ward 3 / I Ralph C. Margeson of 190 Middle road recently was chosen by the Ward 3 selectmen to serve as ward ' clerk in the place of Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn who resigned. The choice of Mr. Margeson was reported in a letter to the city clerk from Selectmen Florine M. Kinkaid, C. E. Martineau and Leslie C. Manning. Mr. Osborn's resignation was compliance with the new city charter which forbids city officials from holding elective jobs. However, City Clerk Eileen Dondero confirmed reports that George Moore, clerk Ward 5 and a city yard foreman, had not yet been replaced. in in/ The Boston and Maine, however, maintains increases In wages and maintenance costs have forced the fare hlke. City fares here are to be changed as follows: The five-cent rate wlll be upped to fotu· rides for 25 cents, and the $1 book of tickets for the IO-cent· zone will now contain 11 rides instead of 12. Bus fares between Portsmouth and Hampton Beach will be Increased by five and 10 cents on the various intermediate stops. imi!ar Increases will go into effect March 11 on the Portsmouth-Concord. PortsmouthLaconi11- ancl Exeter-Dover routes, as requested by the company, The new city fares · will remain In effect until Sept. 15 wh~n the rates are to be r-econsi re in th . light of a study now being undertaken by the company, the conunis[ sion said. �\~· Dondero Hits Tax Cut For Morley Company; Legal Study Ord~red Mrs. Hill, the widow of one of the founders , traced the history of the association and il:..s building, saying: "It is my slncere hope ·tha t as the Port.smouth Community center it will continue to be a c~nter for good clean entertainment, recreation and civic activlt!es for the thousands of people of Portsmouth and our surroundlng territory, and that it may carry on the fine purpose and Ideal of its sponsors." Mayor Cecil M. Neal accepted the deeds on behalf of the city and they were turned over to the city solicitor for approval and recording. Mayor Neal also appolnted a committee to work with the city manager on the Wentworth Acres problem after Mr. Peterson reported he had been approached by Sumner K. W1ley of the Fetieral Housing auth- Prior to Irefer the I ority, who asked the city t o decide if it would accept maintenance of the utilities in the Acres. Named to the committee Cow1c1lmen Richman S, Margeson, William J . Linchey, Frank E. P aterson and Thomas H. -Simes. The council, which m et with the cit manager for the first time, ordered payment of a Sl,<199 bill from the Worthington Pump Co., for two pumps already delivered, Its act ion followed a discussion of the bill by Street Supt. Clayton E . Osborn who said the pumps were ordered from the Worthington people when there were war shortage.s. "It was the only company whic:i ror a sign at 292 Vaughan street to would guarantee delivery," Osborn the city manager. · said, "and we needed the pwnps for Allow the transfer of four cab the 'Peverly Brook station." permits fr om Reinhard Task to ValMr. Peterson also informed the erie Task. council there had been duplication Direct the city manager to investiof Insurance policies In the highway gate a request from the Soconydepartmen t. He said that two difVacuum Oil Co., for storage faciliferent companies had each been ties on the Interstate highway. paid $430 for identical coverage and Refer the question of the clty'i; that he planned to cancel one of liability for repairs at the VFW ' the policies. home, Parrott avenue, t o the city The city manager brought to the solicitor for his Investigation and attention of the city council the report. question of the purchasing of the Refer to city solicitor the question · right of access to pipelines running of back taxes owed by H . A. Yeaton across the land of Annie Parmenter. & Son.s, 136 Bridge street. Mr. Levy was directed to take the Table a petition from Earle E. necessary legal steps. Rowe in which he asked to buy the Al.so placed in the hands of Mr. P lains school house. Levy for legal opinion was a petiR efer to the city manager a reti on from the Good Government quest for permission to erect a sign association for a. refund or $25 in at 301 State street, submitted by 1 fees for the recount of the Novem- Chick's Motor Co. ber election ballot.s. Direct the city solicitor to read City Clerk Eileen Dondero told and appr ove the council's rules of the council that 1n the case of an procedure before adoption by the individual candidate the fee for a council. recout was $10 but the Jaw did not Pay Mrs. Hilda Hundley, Commupro vide for the recount of a ref- nity center 1,ecretary, $280 in back erendwn. · wages. ,s' I (left) hands the deeds lo the former Arm and a.vy association building, Daniels street to la or Cecil 1. ea!. The uaocl lion has turned the builcllni;- over lo the city lo be used as a Community center. (Port,mouth Herald photo) --- - - ----- . Investigation Plea Ignored By City Council Investigation of a. state-ordered reduction of $375,000 in the assessed valuation of the Morley company property was urged before the city council last night as Cquncilman Mary C. Dondero hinted there is more to the matter "than meets the eye." The councilman pleaded that it was the "right of the people of Portsmouth to know why the reduction was made." It was pointed out that the city will lose $13,875 in revenue if the reduction ordered by the state tax commission goes into effect. The commission cut the assessed valuation from '$575,000 to $200,000. Councilman Dondero was bluntly critical of the com.mission's action and asked: "Why did the com.mJsslon set it at $200,000 when the company itself had offered to settle for $300,000?" "And they did approve a. $300,000 a11sessment," she declared. The council, however, ignored their fellow councilman's plea and. directed City Solicitor Sanmuel Levy to cope with the legal problems involved in the matter. Th e council found itself involved In an inves tigation of the comfort station when City Manager Edward C. Peterson reported that $6,000 was necessary to pay for the site of the buHding and the demolltion o! the buildings formerly on the site. Mr. Peterson said he had been informed by Maurice E. Witmer, local architect and planning board secretary, that no money had been available for the purchase and the razing althq11gh t.lic new structure wa!'> completed since !all. The city .solicitor and the city manager were directed to lnve.stlgate the sta ti.ls o! the building and to report to the councll. In the meantime the deeds to the Community center buildlni on Daniels street were presented to the city by l\lrs. William L. Bill, acting on behalf of the Anny {lnd Navy association, the councll'.s move to Morley company tax question to the solicitor Councilman , Dondero portrayed the company's , officials as "runnmg to Concord 1 wibh their briefcases" to get the I reduction. She urged her fellow councilmen to "acquamt themselves with the Morley compan y's tax history. "The city has been very lenient with that com pany through the year.s, in fact at one time, the city could have taken the propl!rty for back taxes. "We've no rlg,ht to accept the tax commisslo11's verdict without lnvest!gatlon," she ln.slsted. Councilman Simes a.sked Mr. Levy for an opinion on the reduction and the city solicitor replied that he questioned the tax commission's right to come into a. city and make such· r eductions. Mr. Simes agreed that "commissions were like fungus growths" and needed waitchlng. The city council also voted to: Accept a r eport from the plumblng inspector. Allow the Navy Club of America to display a n exhibit of captured enemy equipment. Refer a New Hampshire Gas and Electric Co., petition for _pole licenses to the city manager. Refer D. Richard Zoffoll's request I I �------- Morley Company City Manager ~ \ Unable To Sit On School Board Appraisers Slash~ , Morley Company\~ Tax Issue B~~k6 Figure $375,000 In City's Hands Rullnirs clarifying the sta tu~ of the city manager in rel a I ion to the i various boards and commissions of city govern~nt werP made public today by City Manager Edward C. Peterson. City Solicitor Samuel Levy has decided that the manager can not sit with the board of education, but the mayor ls empowered to do so. J\lr. Lev:v also ·rulerl that the dty manager Is not an ex-officio member of the board or 'library trustee!!, the airport commission or th!' trrl'rlltlon rommi~sion. 11,i,1•rvrr, he rnn ~it. with the plannin!?' hoard. Ry thr snlicit,or'-; rullqg, Mayor Cerll M. Nral L5 Rn Px-offlcio membrr nf thP llbra ry trustce.s and lhP airport comml.,;,slon. Neil.her officlR I ha.s any lrga 1 .<status on the renratlnn rommi.s.sinn. Mr. Petrrson sR.trl the city snllrllQr's derl.slon wn.s ba srci on• I.hr lrgnl authorlly rsl abllshlng I.he board. Whrre 1hr dty council has named the mayor to a board throug,h a munlcipal ordinanre. he 1 continues to sit with that board. However, In inst,ance,5 where the board or commission ls set up b,v general law, the manager becomes a board member. The cilv 11111nagrr polntrr\ 011t thR.t the ~01mcll CRn-through the adopt.ion or U1e "Administ,rative Code"-lnclude or exclude both the m11yor And cit-y manager frnm an y bo11rct ~et up hy l,hP city orrlinance. I The controversial Morley company tax assessment was clumped back into the lap of the city today -with indirect orders from the State Tax commissio n to reduce the valuation by $375 ,000. The commission conceded that it is powerless to command a specific assessment figure but informed the local board of assessors that re-assessments will be ordered until a satisfactory level ls reached. City Solicitor Samuel Levyln the course of a council ord red Investigation-questioned the comml1<Slon•~ right to tell a, munlrlpality what value to set on a. piece of property. However, the tax commission ga\"e t-he board of appraisers a "Hob.son's choice" be declaring. " any assrssmrnt. greater or less than the sum of $200,000, which we deem proper, will not be accepted.'' Mr. Levy explained today that there ls no point In the ci ty taking a protest to the courts, "because the superior court, under the law, will only refer it to the tax commission for its opinion and recommendation." At the city council's last mertlng, Councilman I\Ja.ry C. Dondero lnelsted, "There Is more I ---.--.,.,..,_ to fhis lllorley matter than meets the eye." -Mrs. Dondero portrayed the company's officials as "running up to Concord with their brief cases to get a reduction." Sht> t.hrn nskerl. "Why l,r; It tlrnt they wPre once willing to agree to a value of $300.000 bu t aft.er they saw lhe tax commlslon it was set at The State Tax commission had its own way today. The Portsmouth board of appraisers ha s reassessed Morley company real estate at $200,000 for 1947 1 in compliance with an Indirect order from t,he commission. which means a reduction of $375,000 from the original assessment made by the old board of appraisers. Now the city council must est.abl!sh a special Item in the 1948 municipal budget to compensate for the $13.875 Joss in an~lclpated tax revenue. However, , ,City Manager Edwarct C. Petei·son pointed out recently that, tbe,.~ntl.re_su,m may, not h ave to 1 11ll• raised In 1948, b11e.1tus ar,y J917 unexpended balances can be applied In R.d,fustment. Meanwhllr, Robert E. Hrrril'k, chairman of the boa.rd of appraiser!!, empha.tlcally denlecl ioday tlrnt th._. MorlP:V company 11~11 ,wer agreecl to "settle" for I Mayor Cecil M . Neal knows today wht'rt' hr ~IRnrls. An~•way he knoll's where he does not "sil." Clly Solicitor Samuel Levy 'officlally · ndvised City Mana ger Edward C. Peterson today that the ma yor cannot sit as R. member of any of the city's boarrls or commis~ion~. The rulln.r 11·ri s lrn scrl nn "'rrt Inn 15 of the Rcvl ~cd city chartrr wh ic h ~peciClcally forbids any membrr of the council from holdini;: other of!lces. Mr. Peterson Is also barr!'d from a ~eat on any hoard or co mmission, except the planning boa rd. The olicltor explained to Mr. Pt>ter~o n that hi ~ previous rnlln~ a pparent ly permit.I.Ing Ma:,01· Crrii M . ' Nt'al lo cx-n[llcio mrn1llrr,hlp nn the bo:url or education had been "misunderstood," For City A·~dit fj'~ I 1---- i\ by Peterson City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today that he believes a threeman boarci i,r; "better" than a. singlr, full-time, lrnllied Fl.~se/\sor to handle the clly's tax problems. Asked b,v The Portsmouth Herald for his views on the matter, Mr. PeterIson said: "The single assessor Idea. ls good but the three-man board ls better." In explana lion, he added: ''Under the present system the board ran g,,t t.n~rt.hcr and lalk l.hln~s over nnd I.hen decide what to cio.'' llr rlr~rrlhrrl thr threl' men he appoi11tr1J a short lime a10 lo the currr.nt board as "experienced," hasi11g this conclusion on the fart that the~• had ~crvcd previous terms as as5essors. "They know the situation here and know what should be done," he adderl. Asked if lhe tax appraisal this year would be handled in the same pe t erson .T0 NQffle - · c I•t y·Cl erk 'Soon / ACCOUnta nt Hired . Single Assessorn., Idea I . Rejected The results of a job study started today at city hall by the ·State Employment service will be used in cla&sif.ying personnel under the merit system, City Manager Edward C. Peterson reported. , He explained thab the study wa.s intended to reveal Just what duties each person employed by the city performed during a working day, !\Ir, Peterson stressed the point that lt Is "not being done to determine who · shall keep ilicir~b~ · The city manager said that before the merit system could be put into effect, It ls -nece&liary to know l the work load and speclllc duties ot I each Individual. Andrew C. Graves, manager o! the local employment ' ,5ervlce office, reported that the "study" wu similar to that made by the servke in private lndustrle.s. $300,000. The appointments of a city clerk "Our record s show that the former and R. city sollcltor "will have bo be 1 board tried to get the compan.v to taken care of soon," City Manager agree to that figure, but the comEdward C. Peterson said today. pany made no attempt to comproHe clecllned further conunent on mis~." he asserted . the positions now held by City Clerk T . Wesley Ham . clerk of the board. Eileen Dondero and City Sollcitor confirmerl Mr. Herrick's sfatement Samuel Levy. and added. "We cllrln't p:et an anHowever, he announced the ap; wer tn our offer frofn the Morley polntment of Street Supt. Clayton company ." E. Osborn as a ' member, ex-officio, Councilman Marv c. Dondero at of the planulng board. He also dis3 recent council meeting implied the closed th at Mr. Osborn's ex-officio · board lrnd been 11egllgl'nt In not ac- appointment to the recreation comceptlng a settlement offer from the , mission would follow. . 'In, 1 company. , ------------.......;~- $200,000?" Mayor Ruled ,Out V) ,,, ' , , / On City Boards City Job ,Study To Result in Merit System \\ Nathaniel F. Bigelow of Manchester, a certified publlc accountant, was engaged by the Portsmouth city council today to conduct the independent aufilt of the city's books as required by the revised charter. · Councilman Richman S. Margeson reported that Mr. Bigelow would be.gin the audit next week. In a brief five-minute session the council accepted the report of Mr. Margeson's special auditing committee a.nd adopted a resolution InI troduced by Councilman Thomas H. , Simes that Its recommendatlo11.11 b~ followed. manner as previous rears, Mr. Pe- I terson replied nega tlvely, saying .. "They're going to have to get right out and look over the property." This, he affirmed, means -"on the spot" appraisals. The city manager committed himself to the proposal of a complet.e re-appraisa l of · 1111 property ln the manager remarked that "one man city and assured that "it wlll be done might see it only 'his way." "With a three-man board doing in time." the job," he added, "It's a matter of Commrntlng on crltlrl~m or getting together and talking over thr 111·r.~rnt 11Rsr~~nr ~rtnp, J\lr. these questions, and the responsibii'l'lrrson ~~lrl, "\'nu arc talkln1t lity Is ctlvlclcd." ., nhout wh:..t·~ J:'Ollr on brfore, He conceded, however, that "lt 'fhls Is n rliffrr('nt hoard." Reminded that. t.wo of the present would be a good plan" to have a. appraisers-Robert M. Herrick and full-time man working with the board. ·Fred W. Sanborn-had served on The city manager said he wa.s prel'!ous boards. he said. "I am here aware that the National Association lo see that they prol'iuce. Otherwise of Assessing Officer~ and the Fedthey wm have to be removed." erations of Taxpayers Associations Elaborating on hi:; views of the urged the single assessor system, single assessor principle, the city but he did not comment on that (Please turn to page three) subject. · ---=============~----- 1-------------- �\"\ Incongruous Reasoning · rAssessors List r6 . 'E xper1ence' . YVVI Th e1r !)'Lf-ri. I ,, "Of course, it is recognized by all that one cannot produce a let.Ce horse by training a jackass." So states Albert W. Noonan, executive director of the National Association of Assessing Officers, in a discussion of assessment administration in the Municipal Year Boo~..:....:.."bible" of city managers. The quotation served to emphasize the value of ttaining to assessment officers and the point was projected further With the statement, "It is equally true that a trained race horse will win more prizes than an untrained one." So it naturally follows that Portsmouth will never be "prize winner" in the fjeld of tax assessment as long as the city is saddled with the kind of untrained and unqualified board of assessors that has shackled our municipal progress for so many years. · · The Municipal Yeai:, Book..:.....-which, we repeat, is the official organ of the International City Managers association -offers some interesting observations on assessment matters which should have a sensitive ring to nearly every Poroomouth property owner. The volume contains the report that training programs for assessment officers throughout the nation are "symptomatic of the deeper trend in the direction of professionaliza~ tion" and adds: "Evidence continues · to pile up bearing witness to the fact that... bad assessment practice is a costly luxury which should be ended and that the most effective remedy is highly competent personnel." In plac s where the job is elective, the Year Book reports, those1elevated to the rank of assessor "are beginning to _doubt the soundness of the process under which they acquired their office." In the light of these views-having come from such a source-it seemed strange to hear our own city manager, himself a member of the International City Managers association, say yesterday that he belongs to the .enth'ely opposite school of thought. It is difficult to reconcile his opinion with the circumstances of his own position, for in rejecting the principle of-one professional' assessor for the city he appears to be under-selling the concept of city managership. After all, he is a professional in government and it seems axiomatic that he would lean toward the professional idea: The city manager insists that Portsmouth's present board of assessors, which he appointed only a few weeks ago\ is "experienced." If he bases this defense on the fact that two members have served on previous boards he uses the term loosely, for the past assessment practrces here lead only to the conclusion that .the city . would be better off without the benefit of such "experience." · · But the•city manager agrees to the need for a complete re-assessment in the city and promises that it will be done. What he fails to give assu~ance of, however, is that· a politically_ minded board of assessors will keep the propel'ty values in line-if ever a state of proper alignment is achieved. The. taxpayers of Portsmouth also "know the situation here," and their "experience" tells them that, under the board of assessors, the city'• is running the same oid meandering course of tax.inequity. · If we are going to have a business-like administration of our municipal affairs, as city managership implies, let's have it! And that means a business-like administration of• tax matters-under_a trained, full-time assessor. I The "experienced" cla5slflca- tlon attributed to them yut.rday by City i\Ianager Edward C. P,tcreon was rxpla hted today hy members of Porlsmoulh's board of assessors. A 5 ked by The Portsmouth Herald to outline their qualifications and training- for I he duties to which they were appointed several weeks ago, al( three mPmbers admitted that they ~ ere without formal training for the Job and listed the following "ex• perlence": a 1 Robert J\f, Herrick-Five year■ service aa an as~essor and haa been a member of the city council 10 times. In addition he once acted as chairman of the old board of street commission. ers and as clerk of the fire departrnent, lie bellr,,r 8 that a "complete reassessment" of city property Is necessary, · Fred W. Sanborn-1\Iem.ber of the board for nine years. T, Wesley Ram-Worked a! a cler~ In the assi:ssors' office during 1947 anrl was eventually appointed to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Edmund R, Fay. He Is clerk of the present board, Planning B,oard 1;1 Ask$ Clarification' Of Zoning System 1 A request that the cl ty council clarify Its pol!cy on the enforcement of zoning Jaws was voted last night by the Portsmouth planning board. The board maintained that past councils have paid litlle heed to zoning violation and that the present planning board must know the intentions of the councll before it can make recommendations. The motion-introduced by Forrest M. Eaton-followed a public hearing on a petition from Fred Ward in which he asked to open a grocery store at South and Broad streets. Durmg the hearing Dallas Wyant, Morris H. Berry, Benjamin A. Tober and Mrs. Alex Spadoni appeared in opposition, while Mr. Ward was the only person in favor of the petition. The planning board reserved its deci~1on. �-Magax;ine Tells Story rr·• l,'-1 · • Of Local Ma·n ager Fight Portsmouth ·s uph!Jl fight for city manRger Aovcrnment Js spotlighted 111 the current fasue of New Republic magazine. In a 11 article en tilled "The 8o~se11 Lrave Town," this cltv Is bracketed with 13 other A~erlran communities which are attempting to throw off the fettrn of political control wi!h the realization that "town gol'ernment ls a. full-time Job for e;,;11ert~, not ward-heelers or part-time may- "lb took plenty of pepper to convert Por t.smou t,h, N. H. last fall. Proponents of a. "new deal'' council t,v~e of government "'·ere temporarily st.rmled by Gov. Charles Dale, 1'.'ho ordered his radio station to keep local pollllcal nel'.·s off t-h e alr. Dale wa.s .supported by Port.smoubh's mayor, an attractive "l\•oman whose pretty daughten, enJ1anced her campaign. or8.0 "To cro"l\11 the.se woes, the refonn The au thor, Alexander L. Crosby proponents saw the1.r proposa l buror the National M1rnlcipn I ka.:ur , lrrt Jn II n h1.~lgniflcrnt i;pot on ~ polnl..'I out lhc "I rend toward I hr long 11nd complicated ballot. Fmcouncil-manager plan ls gainin~ Rily the permanent, voting 11.sb wa& ground All over the Unltrrt SIRtrs·• l111•11lirlnlcrt t,11•0 lllolllh.s before IJ1e and a ttribulrs this to "~mall groups rlrcllon, nccc::slt.a ling re-registraor crusading townspeople who arc tion by evrry voter. convincing their fellow citizens that "The .supporters of Lhe councila town or city is a corpora lion that can be run efflcicnlly only by a manager plan re taliated. Backed by mRn speciflcally trained for the job." The Portsmouth Herald , they form ed The "Portsmoulh story" will be a committee and raised $2,000 to included in the nnnual report of the !'riuca te t hP citizens. Doorbell~ bu zzNational Municipal lc>ague. along ed and polltician.s .shook hands with with the other cities featured in the everyone Lhey met. New Republic article. "On elec tion day 7,250 of the The New Republic report gives a 8,600 registered voters turned out, milclly dramatic account of Ports a record In the h istory of the 32;;mou th 's clly manager ca mpai gn but errs sign1flcan tly Jn classifying for- :vear-olct community. The councilmer Ma yor Mary C. Dondero es an manager charter h ad a pluralibv of 3,529 to 2,225-97 votes short ~f & adherent of Gov. Charles M. Dale. rmJorily of the total vote. But & The ex-mayor, who took a. recount TPvealed that tired elecntutral stand In the local camtion officials Jn Governor Dale's palrn, ls not rl'frrrcd to by dislrtct had overlooked 93 votes na~ but Is rlrarly ldrnllfled. 'th at part of tht article con cern- favoring the charter. and 50 more ares were . w1covered elsewhere. lni Portsmouth reads as IoIJows: The charter had won.'' Dale Won't Run In '_48 Elect ion; Supportsra4d~ms· CONCORD, Jan. 29 (AP)Gov. Charles M. Dale, whose second term as New Hampshire's chief executive expires this year, declared today he w!ll not seek any publ~c office In the 1948 biennial election. Publlcly stating his intentions well in advance of the September primary, the Republican governor told a reporter he will not bid for any of the three New Hampshire eats in Congress which must be filled In the Novembet' elections nor ask anoLher term as 1rovernor. He said he would give his full support to the only anneunced GOP candidatr lo succeed him, former u. s. nrp. Sherman '. Adams of Lincoln. He added that he expected Adams would be elected "hands down." Senator Bridge!, cha.lnnan of the Senate Appropria.Uon8 committee, ls seeking reelection to • a third term, and Dale predicted he will win with "little or no trouble." The 54-year-old governor al.so expressed the belief that both representatives to Congress, Chester Merrow and Norris Cotton, wlll be reelected. Merrow Is asking !or a third term from the first district, and Cotton Is seeking a second term from the second district. All are RepublicRns. Dale's annQ)lnccment spiked rumors that he might run against Bridges or Merrow. The governor's Portsmouth residence ls In the first eonrresslonal dis· trict. The governor Is a canaidate In the Ma rch 9 primary for a delegate at large scat to the GOP presidential convention. He Is · unpledged and has not publicly made known who he favors. He declared he Ls not prepared to say just what he will do after retiring as governor next Jan. 5• I I .McIntire Runs For State Senate; Blasts City GOP Rep. John R. McIntire announced his candidacy today as an "inde• pendent" for bile 24th state sena torial district sea t now held by Rae S. Laraba of Portsmouth. "I'm not associated with any party. After the double-cross I recel vecl last fall at the hands or the Republicans when I tried for the mayoralty, I 'm accept• 1 lng no party support,'... the re• presenta.Uve said. His intere.st In securing the passage of a Port authority for Portsmouth wa.s given by Mr. McIntire a.s a reason for his candidacy. One other candidacy-Republican -has alre~dy been annou!1ced for the 24th senatorial distnct p~~ Rep. Harry H . Foote reported Intentions to Clle for the seat dur• ing IR.~t year's i;euion oI the Gen• eral pourt. ' ------- -, �1Local Check Lists Posted in Ward~ IPri~ary Opens Quietly At Portsmouth Polls The check lists to be used during the March 9 pre.51dentlal primaries were posted late yesterday at the five ward rooms, according to CharJ, Reardon, clerk o! the board of registrars of voters. BULLETIN The board will meet Friday !or CONCORD, March 9 (AP)the correcblon o! errors in the Harold E, Stassen delegates checklists and . w111 accept regisswept Roxbury the flut New trations of people who have comHampshire town to report In the 'pleted the six months residence reNew Hampshire Republican quirements and who have recently presidential primary. become 21. • · Mr. Reardon said the board's . hours Friday would be !rom 9 am t,o The nation's first presidential prinoon and trom 2 pm to t!ve o'clock. I mary opened quietly in Portsmouth 1 at noon today with only a handful of citizens expressing their preference In the Stassen-Dewey contest I for New Hampshire's eight votes in the Republican convention. A light vote was predicted by professional observers who based their forecast on public indifference; lhe fear of many voters In expressing a party preference; and that Portsmou th is getting •·electionhappy." Today's primary and balloting for delegates lo the state consL!tuUonal convenllon Is the fourth election In 1\/x mon ths for Poitsmouth re~i, Greatest upset In otherwise dull tacea for the city's 10 seats at the dents. Al thoug h both the Dewey and state constitutional convention In Stassen camps ha ve expressed con'May was the Ward 1 defeat handed fidence of victory, many politicians John R. McIntire (R) who placed last in a field of six. see the "bulk of the vole" going to Councilman Mary C. Dondero CD) lhe New York governor. continued to prove her hold in the Stassen, they claim, has the sup1 -ward by pl11ng up a 184 vote total port of the people who will not bothto 100 !or Leland W. Davis CR)- 1 er to vole, while Dewey Is th e fa. her nearest opponent. vorlte of politicians. Locally Dewey's campaign has Charles H. Marshall CR> won the th1rd Ward 1 seat with 86 votes, been endorsed by Gov. Charles M . Dale, who Is the only Portsmouth barely nosing out Anthony Vinciguerra (D) who had 83. In fifth citizen contending for a seat as a place was Lise LaBelle Payette (D) delegate. with 73 votes and last came MclnPoliticians also believe that 1,500 t!re's 67. , will be a high• figure for a total Re' In Ward 3 Rep. John J. publican vote. Leary's usually steady following One man said today, "As far as deserted him long enough to Influencing the national political elect Leslie C. Manning (R) set up, New Hampshire 's prlm3J'Y and former high school headdoesn't mean anything. It's just master Clarence C. Sanborn. what Sherman Adams said It was a (R). Manning received 155 rew weeks ago, 'a popularity convotes Saborn, 101; Leary, 89; test for Granite state politicians.' " and Cornelius Hobbs (DJ. 45. Dewey and Stassen have "balked" Throughout the other wards the at making predictions themselves on balloting ran as expected with the dictions as the popular Ity of the three Republican candidates In delegal.(!s themselves always plays a Ward 2-J. Paul Grltnrr, Mildred p11rl In New England pl'Cslclentlal Ashe and Andrew Jarvis-defeating primaries along with the popularity their Democratic opponents, Thomas of the candidates they are supportF. Connor, Stella York and Ellen ing. Moses. Polltlclans are keeping their eye, State Sen. Rae S. Laraba (R) detoo, on the vote polled by two delefeated Marcia Adams (D) in Ward gates officlally pledged to Gen. 4 and John Burkhardt was the winDwight D. Eisenhower. The genner over Edward Ahearn in Ward eral's name wlll appear on the bal5. lot as they refused to pull out of the race even though he announcert he wasn't Interested in politics. Stassen has conceded that some of the Dewey delegates are better known politically. He mentioned no names, but apparently referred to such veteran campaigners as Gov. Charles M. Dale and former Gover- , nor Robert 0. Blood. ,M \ ..r1 ~ il Unoffici~~. qtal Vote For City and County Convention. Race Finds McIntire ~ Io In Last Place tn DELEGATES AT LARGE Dale (Dewey) Blood (Dewey) Stearns (Stassen) Burroughs (Stassen) Upton (Dewey) Wiggin (Dewey) Sulloway (Stassen) Hewitt (Stassen) Chandler (Eisenhower) Coleman (Undeclared) Moore (Eisenhower) CITY DISTRICT DELEGATES CITY 352 653 485 COUNTY 6,611 5,653 277 4 ,038 3,783 3,476 3,386 2,754 2,696 1,301 1,199 1,094 285 388 325 258 198 67 41 55 Sa ltonsto II (Stassen) White (.Dewey) Jenks (Dewey) Manning (Dewey) Phinney (Stassen) Parfitt (Undeclared) I I I COUNTY 5,123 3,914 3,198 2,892 2,047 471 401 261 253 163 14 ALTERNATE DELEGATES AT LARGE Duffy (Dewey) Amyot (Dewey) Carleton (Stassen) Atherton (Dewey) Desmond (Stassen) Dickinson (Stassen) Mercer (Dewey) Morin ( Dewey) Pierrochakow (Stassen) Knight (Undeclared) CITY 273 297 237 DISTRICT ALTERNATE DELEGATES Phillips (Stassen) Jordan (Dewey) Martin (Dewey) Burns (Stassen) Brown ( Dewey) Hardwick ( Dewey) CITY 243 244 COUNTY 3,659 3,529 3,042 2,924 2,781 2,741 2 ,256 2,038 1,725 1,498 226 220 245 193 186 152 103 COUNTY 3,714 3,203 2,856 2,745 2,075 624 217 252 106 52 TOT AL DEMOCRATIC VOTE (Six towns missing) 1,877 IDondero Seen · nvr !1 Winning Place At Convention The Eisenhower candidates-John I IP . N. Chandler, Jr., publisher or " weekly newspaper, and Joseph Moore, an attorney-have been conducting Independent camp algns since the Eisenhower-for-President League disbanded. the New Hampshire outcome-but Dewey forces are claiming seven of the eight delegates; Stassen supporters at least five out of eight. Veteran political observers, however, say It's difficult to make pre- Councilma n Mary C. Donrtero appeared ass11r~tl of election today to one of lhr. two first congressional district seals at the national Democratic convention. Mrs. Dondero and Frank L. Sullivan of Manchester, both pledged to Truman and said to be supporters of National Com1111tteema11 Harry L. Carlson of Plamfield, were more than 200 voles ahead of their nearest opponent, Arthur J . Jean of Manchester. However, Secretary or state Enoch D. F11ller, told the Concord bureau of the A&soclaled Press today that It would be several days before the official lists would be published. �County Ballots Split; O!fidiil Figures City Favors Dewey Give Blood Len,,~; Dondero Wins 'I", ' Rockingham county's voters showed no partiality In the Republlcan ,residential primary . yesterda y '\\·hen they endorsed the candldacle! of three Dewey men aha a trio of Stassen supporters. I- However. Portsmouth Republicans swung almost solidly · behind the New York governor's bid for the presidential nomination by approving five Dewey adherent.~ to one for Stas.sen. The coumy gave pluralities t.o Gov. Charles M. Dale. 6.611; former Gov. Robert O. Blood. 5,653: former Congressman Foster Stearns. 4.038: and Robert P. Burrou,:hs o( Manchester, 3.783, all of whom were running for seat~ ns delegates at large. Jlf'iulmnMtrr William G. Sallon,tnll or Phillips Exet<'r academy showrd 8Urprlslng strcn,rth In A. 81x-mty contest for two s,n h from the first congressional district. The lean. blond schoolmaster piled up a 1,209 vote lead over former motor vehlcle commissioner Virgil D. White, to practically assure himself of election wh en Chester W . Jenks or Manchester finished third . The final county tally showed Saltonstall In first place with 5,123; White, 3,914; and Jenks, 3,198. Salt.onstall was the lone SLas.sen .supporter to find favor wiLh the handful o! Republican voters who turned out In Portsmouth . However, he received only 352 votes to , Mr. White's 401. Portsmouth Republicans also gave their full endorsement to "favorite son" cnndldate, Governor Dale, who received 653 voles to Blood's 485 . The governor carried all of the city's five wards by .sub.st.an blal margins . Another Exeter man, Henry Phillipi;, Jr., R Sta~en, follower In the ra ce for two seats as district al terna tr, lee! R field of six candlda tes with R vote or 3,714. Richar d Jordan of Manchri; trr flnlshecl second wlLh 3,203. J 11 bhe third Rllrl fomth placei; In the a 11 ernate rn ce wrre S.vlvlo C. MRrlin of Manchest.er and Stanlry M. Burns of Dover. The count y 11ave the fi rst four places in the al ternates a t l~rge con test to M. Hanlson Duff.v. Concord; Omer H. Amyot, Manrhest.er; I John P. Carleton, Bedford; and Blaylock Atherton of Bedford. Governor Dale's slrong cam• palgn for the support of lhe party in his home county enabled him lo carry 30 or the 4l voting predncts. Ex-Governor mood led In 10 others atill they tied in onr. Ho'I\ ever, the biggest up.\e t of the primary bo many observers wa.~ Salt onstall'~ power as a vote g tter In tht' count y. Jn threr prednct.s he 'l\' 8S given a larger vote than I I I profes.,i onal politician Dale and \ they wer e tied in another. In Exeter Saltonsta ll rolled up a plurality of 1,059, leading Whi te by a better tha n 2 to 1 margi n . Derry ga ve the bulk of its suppo rt to Jenks, White a nd Thomas J. Manning of Manche ter. The loca l GOP did not follow th e county trend in t he balloting for delcgo tei; a t large when it approved a politicians qu artet, consisting of J . Walker Wiggin of Manchester, spea ker of the house of representatives; Robert W. Upton, Concord attorney; Dale and Blood. Ac tual coverage of the primary was slowed to alm ost a crawl by the lagg ing return s. Town clerks-busy wit h a full day of town meetings and town elections-were unable to compile the results rapidly. I 1 Stratham led the county in announcing results and was closely followed by Portsmouth. Contrary to previously published "official" figures, Gov. Charles M. Dale of Portsmouth was still In second place in the race for delegate-at-large t.o the Republican national presidential convention, according to figures released today by Secretary of Sbate Enoch D. Fuller. ' ' The governor was credited in some reports as winnlng •by 21 votes over former governor, Robert 0. Blood of Concord. But the official totals reported by The Associated Press gave 'Blood a margin of 979 votes. In the Democratic primary Councilman lllary · C, Dondero or Portsmouth was elected a delegate from the first congressional district and her daughter, l\Jrs. Jacqueline l\litchener, also of Portsmouth, was chosen as an alternate-at-large. The Associated Press also reported that New Hampshire Republicans, giving Gov. Thomas E. Dewey of New York an early lead in his bid for the party's presidential nominabion, cast the heaviest preferential primary vote on record in Tuesday's first-In-the-nation ballot box test. Official returns showed today a contest bebween Dewey and Harold E. St.assen of Minnesota for t,he eight delegate seats at the GOP convention resulted In a Republican vote of 60,481, nearly 8,000 more than the previous high In Exeter closed ils polls at 8 pm and announced the primary results in the early morning hours. Then the weary election officials turned to the tedious ta&k of coun ting the ballots for town officials. Epping confined its town meeting day to the election of primary delegates, town officers and a delegate to the constitutional convention. The busin ess ~ession will be held next Tuesday night at 7 :30. The fact that the eyes of the nation were on the New Hampshire's 1940. Democrats, voting for delegates Republican primary did not appear to excite Portsmouth voters where a pledged t.o President Truman, cast very orderly election was conducted. 17,065, also a high in recent years. One voter was ch allenged in Ward Dewey delegates · won :rJx of 4 by Clerk Kennard E. Goldsmi th the eight GOP seats, Iea"ing who con tended that Dr. Cornelia Stassen the remaining two. Walker, a member of the school Former Governor Blood, defeatboard, wn s not enlltled to a Repub- ed by Governor Dale four years ago llcan ballot 011 the ground that she in their quest for the Republican h ad declared herself a Democrat at ' gubernat.orial nomination, topped the last election. the ballot with 28,854 votes. He Mr. Goldsmith later wi thdrew the showed a slight lead over Governor Dale's 27,875. Both were pledchallenge. ged to Dewey. The official returns were announced early t.oday by Secretary of State Enoch D. Fuller who kept his office staff overt.ime l~t night to complete the counmng job. . The complete Republica11 vote: · Delegate-at-large (lour elected) .· . Robert o. Blood, Concord <Dewey), 28 ,854; Charles M. Dale, Portsmouth <Dewey), :27;875; Robert W. Upton, concord ' (Dewey), 21,647; Foster Stcnrns Hancock (Stassen), 20,511. Robe;t P. Burr1ughs, Manchester <Stassen), 20,083; Frank J. Sulloway, Concord (Stassen), 18,828: J. walker Wiggin, Manchester (Dewey, 17.888 : Earl S. Hewitt, Enfield <Stas.sen) 17,227; John P.H. Chandler, Jr., Warner, (Eisenhower) 5,437; Joseph M. Moore, Canaan (Eisenhower) 4,702; Wllllam T. Coleman, Manchester (undeclared), 4,646 . .. _ t • ....,_, _ __ , . Statewide Vote C O N C O RD, !\larch 10 . (AP)-Retutns from 282 of 298 .1 precincts In New Hampshire's Rt'publlcan presidential prjmary ' rave: DELEGATES AT LARGE Blood (Dewey) 26,304 Dale (Dewey) 25,414 Upton (Dewey) 19,837 Sulloway (Stassen) 19,128 Stearns (Stassen) 18,804 Burroughs (Stassen) 18,609 Wiggin (Dewey) 16,244 • Hewitt (Stassen) 15,967 J\Ioore (Eisenhower) 6,094 · · Chandler (Eisenhower) 5,018 Coleman (Undeclared) ,4,067 FIRST DISTRICT (115 Precincts Out of 130) ' · · '\\lhite (Dewey) 9,463. · Saltonstall (Stassen) 8,52~; Jrnks (Dewey) 7,172. • · l\lannlng (Dewey) 6,551, Phinney (Stassen) 5,140. Parfitt (Undeclared) 1,363. SECOND DISTRICT (lfil Prerlncts Out of 168) Holden (Dewey) 8,705. l\Jills (Dewey) 8,270. Matson (Stassen) 7,355, Heald (Stassen) 6,808. Tobey (Undeclared) 6,667. · Cartt'r (Undeclared) 2,717. Flanders (Eisenhower) 2,037. Collyer (Undeclared) 1,582. 3 Men Named For Convention From Ward 1 ~s-\ ward 1 Republlcans nominated three men last night as candidates for delegates to the state constitutional convention which Is scheduled for Concord May 12. John R. McIntire, ward 1 representative to the legislature; Oharles H. Marshall, a candidate for the board of street commissioners in last November's election: and Leland Davis, a council candidate in November, were chosen by the ward committee. McIntire, who has announced himself as kn "Independent" candlda te !or the state senate, filed for the office with the committee but did not make an appearance at the meetIng last night. The two parties will choose candidlltes from each o! the city's ] wards for the convention. The voters wlll make their choices at tl)e presidential primary, March 9. �'The Sources Still Thrive' Jc...•')..' Area Venereal ·Disease Rate Increases Several weeks ago a. teen-age girl ~ - - - - - - turned on the gas In the kitchen of a. Portsmouth ·rooming house and waited dejectedly to die. ' When her body was found, police searched into the rcaso1111 why a. ti.,.o pretty girl In her early teens would want to die. They· were grimly astonished to find that she was ravaged with venereal disease. \D 1 Porl1,mouth's population cont.jnues Only a few hours before she died I '-:\, ).. . to g,:ow . lftth ~O more birth~ n• 1 the girl had been refused admitA heal'ing on two petitions-one ported In 1947 than In 1946, 1yhile tance to one of her favorite amusethe total number of deR ths last asking permission lo establish a ment places-a Portsmouth cafe. year was three less than in l!l46. store at the comer of Broad and The proprietor had been warned by Statistics released by City Clerk south streets and the other asking city health agents that the girl was Eileen Dondero today showed 749 tho pennlssion be denied-was 1 Infected. births In 1947 as compared to 679 After abe was turned away at the preceding year. Deaths totaled 'scheduled for March 15 last night the care, police learned, abe at an executive session of the Ports236 la~t year while In 1946 the total went straight to the rooming mouth Planning board. was :?3:1. house and killed herself. 1 Meeting at the state trade school, However, the figures show a The bewildered airl's cast is, of Islington street, with City Mana!:er sharp drop In the number of course, singular and dramatic. Not 1 Edward C. Peterson and all board marrlarcs during 1047. Fll'e a.11 venereal disease victims choose members present, the group reviewed hundrerl and aefCn wrddlng such a final cure. But the very ~aa new aerial map of lhe city and ceremonlu were performed In about 88 other photographs of Portscomparison to the 652 recorded matlcs of her tragedy serve _to point the year before. mouth's topographical development. up the prevalence of venereal disease Miss Dondero offered as explanaThe petition asking permission in Portsmouth-no epidemic, of tion of the decrease the !act that for jhe store was filed by J.<' rcd course, and perhaps not a. much are "far fewer servicemen around G. Ward of 700 South street, logreater rate here than In any simithan there were 'two years ago." cal wholesale cheese distributor. lar · community, January was the high month \ Venereal disease In PortsAsking the petition be denied was for both births and dca ths durmouth, however, shows signs of a second flied by Dallas P. Wyatt, 'ing 1947 when 79 births were reported and 29 deaths. Septemproprietor of a store localed in the Increasing slowly, and In addl• ber was the low month in births area where Mr. Ward hopes to open tlon, Its sources still thrive. with 49 recorded and December another. These are some of the facts dis• set a low of 12 deaths. Mr. Wya lt's petition expressed closed by Dr. Edward W. Colby, di• August, not the traditional month the belief that there is not sufficient rector of the New Hampshire divof June, was the high mon th for bnsincss in lhe area in which his ision of tommunlcable disease conmarriages with 60. June ran second 1,tore is located to support the funcwith 51. Brides showed the most tion of another. trol, a.nd gleaned from reports subaversion to October when only 31 In other business, the board remitted by the armed services: marriages were filed. viewed stndies of Portsmoulh popu(1) The state agency received up lation trends and members agreed to December in 1947, 83 reports of to assist the school board with a alleged venereal disease contacts In sludy of a possible site for a new Portsmouth. high school. (2) Sixty-nine of the "pickups" Attending the meeting besides the (83%) occurred In • establishments city manaser, were Ma unce E. Witdealing In food and/or liquor. mer, John W. Durg111, l•'orrcst M. (3) ". • .One such establishment Eaton, Lucien Geoffrion, Mrs. Hlld;i, · was named 23 times, a. second 15 ¥ore Portsmouth reslr1ents died Hundley, Charles A. John on and times, and a third eight times." the first monlh of 1947 than In Mbs Sally Crockett, clerk and non- ) (4) More than one-half of the January of this year. member. This was revealed today by City total venereal disease encounters took place ln only three "establish- Clerk Eileen Dondero who released ments." ,. last month's vital statistics. Thirty local citizens died In Jan. (5) Thirty-four of the exposures took place in a commercial estab1947 compared to 13 last . month. Total marriages and births also lishment providing lodging. (6) One Portsmouth lodging place took a decided drop this year. 1 Thirty-eight weddings were ~erwas named 12 times as an exposure formed In Portsmouth In the fm,t center. · Portsmouth 's plann111g board tomonth of 1947 compared to 27 last Dr. Colby emphasized that his figday was faced wit,h problems which ures-though startling by their inmonth. only a city manager could solve. The stork made 61 visits to Port.;direct 11nger-polntlng at a few Since the present city charter unldentined places--<io not truly, mouth In January of t111~ year, 18 \ bans city council members from ' represent the whole picture of venless than Jan. 1947. holding other municipal positions ereal disease In Portsmouth. j the planning board Is without rep"It la only from the armed for1 resenlalion from the mayor's office ces that 1uoh complete lnforma-~ Portsmouth health officials were and U1e city council. tlon 11 obtained," Dr. Colby exreluctant to dlsclose figures on local FurW1ermore, Chairman John w. 'plained. venereal disease conditions but the Durgin, Sr., whose term expired "Such background Information Is state department of public health Dec. 31, said he was "under the immuch Iese complete concerning con- reported that 31 cases were found pression "he no longer was a board tacts of civilians, due either to the here from January to October of member. However, C1t,y Solicitor cases not being reported by the 1947 compared with 28 cases during Samuel Levy ruled that Mr. Durgin treatment" aourcM or that a.tten- the entire year of 1945 when Portsis a holdover until a successor Is tlon Is focused only upon the case mouth's population bulged with warappointed by a city manager . .a.nd the JaUure ~ta. realize. thl3-t {or 1' time residents. The small Increase Is The board was scheduled to meet 'e~eh case there Is at least 011e 'con- far from epidemic proportions, but last night but postponed its meet'tact' Involved." an Increase nevertheless. Ing until difficulties could be ~- ~ Definite corrective action has been stralght,ened out. taken by state, county and local agencies. · 1 Population Grows Planning Board In Portsmouth; Slates Hearing 1 Deaths l)ecline On Store Reque~t l I l)~~~h Ra1~ Falls In Portsmouth ------- Planning Board Awa its Acti9in , By City Manager �Police Raid Nabs 4 Slot Machines, Owners Fined $_25 I Action Comes As Surprise :i~. i To Proprietors Four Portsmouth business men "·ere nned $25 eac11 and costs of 8.94 in municipal court today afler raids by pollce .vesterday afternoon neltPd four "one-armed bandits." Led by Deputy Frank Demars, the special headquarters squad rnnllscal«-d slot machines In 11 rl'!ltaurant, two filling sta lions and a rnbbler's shop. Th~ nr~I. Rntl-gambllni;: movP b,v Portsmouth police In many months v.-as a complete surprise lo Lulo Donlnl of 68 Dennett street, Edward L. Smith o! 672 Vaughan street: Harold W. Larsen, 1074 Greenland road; and Charles H. Marshall of 22 Concord l\'ay. , City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt Hsted the 6QUad members as Capt. Douglas McLean. Sgt. Timothy J. Connor.,, Patrolman Llo.vd N. McGuw and Deputy Demars. The spcclal squad found the gam, bllng devices In a restaurant a.t 26 Vaughan street, filling stations at 11 Maplewood avenue and 218 Islington street and a shoe repair shop at 2:l Market street. Police were non-committal on the rea11ons for their unRnnounced move to smash machine gambling. Members of the pollce comml.~slon were not RVallable for commcut. Jud,re Harr.v W. rey~cr ordered th, "bandit~'• forfrilcd to the slRt,. In anolher rase, Eudore Couture of Rye l\as fined $10 and cost,.; of f4 .70 on a rhRrRP or clrlvlni:r too fR~I. (Cl 11lop bf'forr hitting a pnrkC'd <·11.r. An Exetrr 111An Riso WRS fined $10 and co.~t.,; or $8.94 on charges of public drunkc>nnc,.;.s. Patrolman Hurley Officially Retired ~ 1~·· From Police Force Patrolman Francls J. Hurley was )fflclally retired from the police force todi!-Y after last night 's action o! the police commission in AcceptIng the rceornmendatlon·s of the retirement board. Hurley a veternn or nearly 24 yen rs servlce wnlkl'd his first brn t Jul.v 1. 1924. He co111plctcd his' duties Dec. 1, l947, . ; A native or Portsmouth, the formtr patrolman was educated In Portsnouth schools and Is married to the ·ormer Adeline F. Keefe. He sold todny that hi' had mndr o plans for the Immediate future nd Intended to take a vacation. J/ - -~JC)., s:- -- We Have Dogs, A Dog Officer -But No Job ~J{l Joseph Perrault ls doing an "excellent" job as dog officera position which does not e;en exist. · Three Burglaries Osborn Charges Reported in ·Area , Are Dismissed~:> Three burglaries, one in Ports- mouth and two In North Hampton. wrre being Investigated today by state police. Aut.horltll's expressed the opinion that the same thieves were respnn~lble for breaks at Yoken·s restaurnnt on La!arette road, Johnnie Rowe's Sportlng Good,5 store, Lafayette road, North Hampton, and at th!' nParby Hampton airport. Hill'ry Yoken. restaurant 0"11er, said a ca~h ughter II as opened, clgari; were scattered and a clgaret machine tampered with. Nothing was stolen. John Rowe, owner of the sporting good store. told police thieves tole !toods valued at approximately $50. Misstng was a rifle, a large quantity of ammunition, a hunttng knl!e and a small amount o! cash. Board To Rule On Osborn Case MondaY. N Iht' '10,J,(I if A decision on charg of "maltrca tment'' and "physical abuse'' against Patrolman Clayton F. Osborn l11 to be announced l\Ionda at a meeting of Portsmouth police commissioners. The charges were made a.pproxlma t ely a month aro-at tht. la~t rommti<,!011 mrctlng- by John J. Wholey, !?5, of 15 Woodbury avenue who maintained he was assaulted by Patrolman Osborn during an arrest on l\larket square. Police Commission Ch a Irman Orel Dexter, in dlsdosini;the group's plans to rule on the case after a month's deliberation, today said: "I haven't enjoyed It." , I By Pol"1ce Board Charge,; of "maltreatme1W' and "physical abu.<;e'' agailwt, Patrolman Cla yton F. Osborn "'ere dismis.~ed y<'sterday aflernoon a fler a thrre-minutr meetini;- of the PortsI mouth policr commission. / Co111111issione1's J. Verne Wood, Orel Dexter and J. Paul Griffin ruled no acMon was necessary as the,v considered a letter from John J . Wholey, 25-year-old former navy pilot, In which the charges were ordered dropped and another from Patrolman Osborn expressing his regret over the incident. 1'h~ letters, wordeiI fit :\ ~tilter! lriral manner, :ind both dat- ed Jan. 31, a1>1>arentfy marked the end of a. case the rommissioners had delibe1·ated a month. The allegations against the young officer were made a month ago at the January meeting of the commission. Mr. Wholey said he was .slapped b,v Patrolman Osborn durlnll' an arrest. Mr. Wholey's letter SRld: 1 , "I, John J. Wholey, having arhieved a degree of justice for lll\'Selr. feel that lb will be for the b~st Interests of all concerned If I dismis.~ the charges against orfi re r Osborn. After considering the ca.sr with R. vll'w to C'lcarlng 111y1;rlf. 1 dl smls,.; l'llAr,:tes.'' • Patrolman Osborn's letter said: T, Clayton F. Osborn, 11gree fh"t I was hasty In my .lud,rment or .John Wholey on Dec. 30, 1!M7 nnrt am sorr.v for any inconl'Cnience that I causl'd him." , CommL55loner Wood recommend- ' ed the letters be accepted and the board unanimously approved the mo tion. In ot.her action, the board named John E . Coleman, 28 , local meter officer. 1t regular patrolman on a p~obatlonary basis to replac~cently retired Fm ncf.~ Hurley. Russell c. Hughrs, 34, or 2/il Woodbury avenue, was named meter offlccr. BoLh wlll start their new jobs "as soon as possible." -.- Lack of legal provision for a dog o,fficer was brought out at last night's meeting of the city council when City Manager Edward C. Peterson asked for a warrant giving the dog officer blanket authority to shoot all unlicensed dogs In the city. Clty Solicitor Samuel Levy reported that he had been unable to find any ordinance providing for the ofiice, although he said he had searched the city clerk's records back through many years. "There just isn't any provision to pay I1im and I can't even find where a city council created the job," M:r. Levy said. Councilman Thomas H. Simes jokingly suggested, "Perhaps the dog olTicer is a successor to the ancient l1og re,eve," However, lllr. Simes joined Councilman Mary C. Dondero in protesting any act giving a dog ofTlcer "such sweeping authority." l\Ir. Levy proposed an ordinance to legally establish the olTice and to state the duties of a dog officer, The council immediately voted to assign the city solicitor the task of drafting s~ch an ordinance. Boar~Considers Osb'arn Decision Portsmouth's pollce commissioners are to hold their February meeting at city hall at 5 pm today and rule on a c1tsc they have been considering a month-the "~lapping Incident" ' chui;:e~ ll!tB Inst Patrolman Clayton F. Osborn. The allege Uons again t the young local pollceman were made at last month's meeting of the commission by John J. Wholey, 25-year-o!d Boston college student. Mr. Wholey malntatned he was : cuffed twice while being arrested by Patrolman Osborn and charged the o!flcer with "maltreatment." �:Firemen Battle Frigi_d :In $75,000 Blaze l -· Firemen Hurt. . :~~\N\.' . K lttery / avy Send Appa ta•tUS To Fire Scene - S 60 ,000 Lost\ ,. . An lnspecllon of the ruins disclosed a gluey man of melled rubber amid seared, twisted machinery and fallen timbers. Among the equipment losses was a newly-Installed elev a tor which 1 Members of Portsmouth's force of Mr. Perkins had hoped to put Into hardy firemen were still nursing operation next week. Damaged also chllblalns and cold-bitten features was the new glass-brick, aluminum ioday after a !our-hour battle in facade which the owner had ln!reezlnl{ weabher early yesterday i;talled only a few months ago. Mr. Two firemen l\ere Injured and ant-· 41omlng against · flames from a Perkins said, however, that all of unofficially estimated , $60,000 In· bis property wae covered by In~75,000 !ire In the Frank D. Perkins merchandise and store equipment tlre recapping plant on Market surance. was destroyed a.s ' Porl.smouth's secCause of the blaze was undeter, street. ond disastrous fl.re In a week swept 1 mined, but It was belteved to have The blaze ·r utted the fourthrough Kray's women's apparel started on the second or third floor 11tory building of the antiquated !hop at 110 Congress street Saturday In the middle of the butldlng. The • business block and destroyed night end threatened !our adjacent elevator shaft aided the spread of tholl5ands ~f dollars worth of establlshment6. the flames by serving as a "flue" machinery, tire and supplies. The blaze, under Investigation toconductor. 1 · Extent of the overall loss was "'day by Fire Chief George T. Cogan, Mr. Perkins ls owner of both the based on unofficial estimates. struck unexpectedly shortly after the At its outbreak, the !Ire seriously building and the business it housed. store had been closed. Adjacent building owners are Miss threatened both buildings that Bessie M. Varrell, oqerator of a feed Also affected by the eightf!anke'd the burning structure, but and grain concern./ and Moses L. hour fire were Clarke and Burns efficient and daring action by the Nannis, proprietor of the Rockingmen's clothing store, Shaine& firemen confined the flames and ham Supply company. Also occupyShoe store, Portsmouth Plumhllmlted outside loss to water damIng the Nannls building Is the War lnr 11nd Harchvare ~tore, all ocage. Surplus store, managed by James . cupants or a one-story business Norton of Kittery, block, and lltontgomery ,vard Heavy water damage was susand company' adjacent store. The story of yesterday's fire tained to goods of hoth tenants Is rraphlcally told In a full disThe blaze, which started In the of the Nannls strurlure, but litplay ~f pictures on page 3. basement of Kray's was discovered tle loss resulted In the feed ghortly after 9 pm by WIiiiam Monstore. tooth, an employe of Shalncs Shoe By & strange twist of fate, it was Fire walls between, the appurtenstore who was passing the dress shop one year to the day since Ports- ant structures were credited by enroute home. At the same lime, mouth's last serious flre-the burn- Fire Chief George T. Cogan with 1 Arthur Yager end Ainsley Degross. lng of the Unlversallst church. Also saving other buildings In the block. employes of the men's clothing store, It as the second time within four One of those walls, extending above noticed smoke coming through the montll.11 'th~t Mr. Perkins' ,place of the roof of the building, was weak- , wall. A stl!I alRrm was sounded Rnd business was hit by fire. ened to the point of near collapse, Chief Cogan sent in a second upon Only Jlast Sept. 14-on a Sunday however, and the strength of both reaching the scene. Assistance laler morning-a' wooden structure In the the front and rear walls of the Perwas called from Kittery. rear o! his main building was razed kins building was affected. In a $10,000 blaze. Toughe.st Job of the firemen was I All available apparatus from faced by those who fought the A fireman from this city's the local fire department, joined flames In the rear of the blazing namesake-Portsmouth, Va.by equipment from Kittery and structure, where they were showered as~isted local fireme11 in battling the naval base, with its fireboat, by the Icy spray from the fueboat 's Saturday night's , 60,000 hlazc. responded to the general alarm. streams of water. Capt. George Richards of the The call went out shortly aft"r High-pressure hose guns on the western branrh of the rorh1 mouth, Va., fire rle11artmrnt was .- ti o'clock and firemen were stlll · · fireboat shot columns of river \\'alcr vl&lting relatives In this city . on the job until the "all out" was into the blaze more lhan 75 yards , whrn lhe alarm was sounded. 11ounded eight hours later. away after the vessel was maneu- · · The visiting fireman donned Spectacular blllows of thick, black fire gear, which he carries in his smoke could be seen 'tn neighboring \ vered Into lhe closest possible range.' automobile at all times, and town11 for mlles around as the flre- , Two river lugs \\'ere mol'cct from hastened to the scene of the men fought the stubbornly burning ! th eir regular moonngs lo make blaze. stockpile of rubber contained In the - room for lhc fireboat. firemen who workrcl in the Capt. Richards volunteered his Perkins plant. servires to Chier George T. However, firemen were back on rear of th e burnini: builrlini: Cogan. the scene today . when i;mouldering were sheeter! wi th ice ancl had tires broke into flames. They battled to move around in k 11 ee-ilcrJJ the blaze, or nearly an hour before Stanley S. Tucker, manager of reoortlng it ri9er control again. Kray·s said he closed the store about ,lush. hilled fir!• . The · constimtrdanger from the 9 pm and drnprred into lhe shoe Best friends of the c threatened collapse of weakened and , !;he salvation ArmY store two doors up Congress street. fighters were ' I ,, local che!, who buckling walls was tensely felt by E:Ie was Informed of the fire by Mr. I mes nom,n c.. , the !ew gpectators who braved the Montooth who had dashed back to and J a t as the blaze hand a Imos zero weather, but this failed to his slnre. were on with hot coffee ai1d hamner __!~e al!<rressh·e ~refigh\ers. l\teanwhile, the fire had gainbroke out ! 0 Hugh Fleming e~l hO nrnrh hrarlwa,v .that Mr. doughnuts. capt. remained on Tucker was unable to remove Salvation ArmY records from a rear office. Firethe full collee um the scene with a , j b men later salvaged part of them {lremen a 0 until the worst of th e by enterlnr a rear window. \ ~--r,. I~ _S~Hour Congtess i Street Fire 1 -- I Firemen, handicapped by a small stairway Jeadtn to the basement In the rear or the bµtldlng, poun•d thousands or tons of water Into the cellar. Thick smoke prevented them from entering -the establishment. Whlle a group of firemen, undn the direction of First Assistant Engmeer Frederick R. Crompton, fought the blaze from the rear. anolher delachment of fire-fighters I chopped holes in lhe roof to release I thick smoke. A sme!I of gas -could be detected and It was first beltcved the blaze was due lo a heater in the 1 rear of lhe basement. 1 Earl Barnaby, attached to Ladder l, was overcome by smoke while 1 workmg on the roof and was taken down an Rrrlal ladder by colleagues. He ll'as removed lo the Ccnlral F'lre bla lion In the m11mc1pal ambulance. He la tcr reco1ered. Another llr1•111a11, llanlel Ji', J\lcCarthy, ~ufTered a leg Injury whtn he &lipped and fell on the Ice-coated &tree!. He "al taken I to his home at 437 Marcy street which was struck by fire last week as he and other firemen were battling a blaze which destroyed the tire retreading plant of Frank D. Perkins on Market 1treet. Fireman McCarthy still was confined to Portsmouth hospital this morning. Snow fell during progress of the flre but lhe temperature, unlike cold weather of a week ago, was In the twenties. An all-out was sounded about 5 am yesterday. At height of the blaze, flre officials ordered about 50 persons to prepare to evacuate their rooms In adjacent Kearsarge hotel. At no time did flames break thrnugh the Kray establishment to threaten the hotel. Police, under the direction of Sgt. Timothy J. Connors, halted traffic on Congress street between l\rlddle and Chestnut streets and established fire lines to handle about 2,000 spectators who jammed into the business section. Capt;. Hugh C. Fleming ,of th.e1 Portsmouth Salvation Army chapter distributed hot coffee to firemen. , Restaurants tn the vicinity also provided fire-fighters with hot lunches. �-- ~~ ii , f : ~-- . / Fire Departments -~' Of Area form /J Emergency Uni f An lntersbate ' emergency fire fighting organization-linking together for mutual aid 25 Portsmouth area departments-was formed last night at the Portsmouth fire station, wlbh Fire Chief George T. Cogan named as president of the group. Outgrowth of last fall's week long battle against forest fires, the new organization will work out plans for centralization of equipment during slmiliar emergencies. Other officers elected: Chief Edward F. Knott, Dover, vice president; Chief John E. Holden, !Newington, sooretary treasurer; Chiefs Ray M. Simpson, Exeter, George H. LaMott, Hampton, and Advill Spinney, Eliot, executive committee. 1 F LOODED CELLAR-Firemen are shown wading t hrough the basemen t of Clarke and Burns men's clothing store on Congress street which was h eavlly da-maged by smoke ar.d water from a blaze in adjacent Kray's women's dress shop. Thousands of gallons of water were pumped from nearby stores throughout yesterday. (Portsmouth Herald photo) I Water more than three feet deep flowed Into adjacent buildings from Kray's. Most serious waber and smoke damage to four nearby establishments was Clark and Burns. Piremen pumped more than three feet of water from the store's basement. Heavy smoke damaged thousands of dollars worth of men 's j clothing on the first floor. Benjamin Kray of Newbury. port, Mas ., owner of Kray's was at the scene of the blaze but was unable to estimate damage until I a survey of the ruins is made later today. He said fixtures va lued at more than 20,000 were ruined. Edward I. Shaines, owner of the shoe store, declined to estimate damage unttl Insurance investigators view water-soaked stock in the basement. The block was razed by fire March 15, 1943. After repairs, the Kr ay store was reopened Aug. 23 of that year. The business establishments were · heated by gas furnaces in the basements. : j The meeting was opened by Chief Holden-organizer of the Newington deparbment - and he stressed the Importance of mutual aid In the fighting of destructive forest fires. The Newington, chief declared that every city and town In bhe seacoast area had valuable forest lands where fires start easily and must be knocked out quickly. The organization adopted a constitution. It was votied to meet monthly and the next meeting wlII be held Monday, May 3, at the Dover central fire station. Firemen Busy a During Last Year Portsmouth flreflghters were busier in 1947 than In the previous year. Th e local firemen answered 405 calls last year compared to 373 In 1946. Of the 405 calls, 35 were bell and 370 were still alarms, 46 of A district flre fighting setup, rewhich were out of town. cently organized in Portsmouth, t o A decrease wa-s shown In the provide mutual aid in fighting fires number of false alarms In 1947 when only four were reported compared ·• in southeastern New Hampshire, to a record number of 22 in 1946. passed its first test Saturday, In addition to fires, the firemen Dover Fire quet Edward F. Knott also were busy answering ambulance called in help :from Portsmouth and calls. The municipal ambulance was summoned 438 times In 1947, 72 Newington to check a serious woods more than In 1946. fire on the Back River road in Portsmouth firemen made the folDover. lowing number of trips to assist The flre, which several times nearby cities during 1947: Newington, nine; Greenland, eight; Rye, threatened to envelop the entire even; New Castle, six; Rochester, area, was extingUished by firemen three ; Dover and Biddeford, two; before it could cause serious damand Salisbury, Stratham, KJttery, age. Kittery Point, Eliot, North Hamp~'\),~ ton, Kennebunkport, Waterboro and Wells, one. I District Firemen Poss First Step At Dover Blaze Firemen Hold jeMemorial Here \'\. Portsmouth ffremen will hold their memorial service tomonow at 9 am in the Methodist church . .Firemen from surrounding communities have been invited by Chief George T. Cogan to participate in the special service. The firemen will decorate gra~s of deceased comrades following the church service. I I 2,1-{ �2.5 Parents Music Club Plans Mqeeting At Junior High School Tomorrow Parents Music Club's F1rst Concert 't~b Attracts 250 Members and Guests The first full membership meetln~ Nuka", Withol; and "Battle Hymn of the newly-organized Parents of the Republic" arranged by WilMusic club will be held tomorrow housky. nigh t at the junior high school Selections by the band will in• auditorium. the march, "Junior High", I " The membership drive being con- cu de overture, "Rustu~on • ducted by the club, ends tomorrow Melvllle; and the organlza_tlon will be en ter- Frangklser; two popular songs, The ta ined by the Girls Glee club, the Wlffenpoof Song" and "Near You"; a cappella choir and the combined novelty number, "A Ragtimhe senior and junior orchestras and ding", Yoder, and a mare • tary Escort", Bennett. bands. The program will include the "Festival March," Mendelssohn; two gypsy dances, "Two Guitars" . and "Gypsy Dance"; and a nat10nal medley arrangea by Herfurth , played by the orchestra; "Into the N . ht" Edwards· "Love Walked lg Gershwin, • ' "J osh ua Fit De In", and Eleven P ortsmouth high school Battle", arranged by Cain, all sung musicians have been selected Lo pla! by th e Girls Glee club. t t he New England festiva l concc1 t T he choir will sing "All Glory, aprogram to be held a 1, so uth P ort Land and Honor", Tesckner; "Tradi land high school April 7 to 10. T 11e . sponsore d by the . t"New concert 1s En land Music Festival assoc1a 1011. Jhose chosen for the orchei,tra are Fred Dunn and Rich ard Schmig!:, . 11·r1ist. Phyllis Sanderson. cla1VIO • . h ·n and t Charles Davidson,d 01 • For me, Richard Grant, snare rum. Six member· of the Portsmouth the chorus Barbara. Dockum, soboard of education will take t he oath rano· Ann Badger, alto, and R oof office tonight prior to the openiand Rivals, bass ; band, I ris Buller, ing the board's reorgan!zatlonal alto saxop!lon e·, Ronald Dunton, h . session scheduled f or 7: 30 pm at city allag er, t,enor sa X , an d J ames hall. baritone horn. One of the new board's first a cts v.ill be the election of a chairman, Supt. of Schools Raymond I. Beal said. Then the various committee., will be reorganized and new ap poin tments -made by the chairman Members who ·will take the oath from City Clerk Eileen Dondero include, Miriam K. Margeson, R alph Elected chai rman of th e boa.rd A. Lizio, John W. Durgin, Jr., E. ·wu John E. SeyboH, school Curtis Matthews, W1llia m Safford board m emb er since 193 6. tr. Jones, and Cornelia B. Walker. Se bolt wa s the only boa rd Doctor J ones, who Is beginning member nominated for the his seventh term 011 the board, has chairma nship. served for 23 years. Appointed by Mr. Seybolt were bhe following committeemen : High school committee-Dr. Jones, Mrs. Ma ry Badger, Stowe Wilder a nd Dr. Walker. Elementary school commi tt.eeMrs. Pearl S. Gray, Mrs. Margeson a nd Mr. Durgin. Schoolhouse an d Educational Equlpmenb committee-James E . Wh alley, Mr. Llzlo, J oh n C. Shaw a nd Mr. Matthews. T he meetin commenced with ~ -~ Supt. of chools Ra rnond I . Beal ac tln as clerk of the board and reporting 833.07 In bill from 194.7 and 2,358.09 In biUs Med ical and dental health profor 194.8 lo be paid . The boa rd grams a ppeared In the Immediate appro ed payment. offing for P or tsmouth schools afMr. Beal 's fina ncial report showt er th e board of education held Its ed a. budge~ balance of 7,173.38 first 1948 meeting la ~ night and from last year due to revl.slon In inducted six n ewl y elected members. teacher paymen t procedures. Sworn Into office a t a meeti ng Mr. Wilder moved that th e finance In city hall were Miriam K . Mar repor t be accepted and It was a pgeson, Ralph A. Llzlo, J oh n W. proved by board members. Durgm , J r., E. Curtis Matthews Mr. Beal also repor ted on meetand Dr. Cornelia B. Walker. Dr. Ing wibh a den-ta! clinic comm ittee William Safford J ones, beginning and suggested hiring ot a den tal h is seventh term on the board, rehygienist for local schools. The ceived the oath of office at the superintendent said duties of the Rockingham hotel where he was bygienisi would be to instruct childhaving dinner. In cfental care and Inspect te eth. .~~i: Eleven elected \ For High School · Music Festival ~ eh ol Board To Take Office Health Program Plans Discussed By School Board Approxima tely 25 0 members of the (2) "To lend all possible 11uppor t, newly-organized Portsmouth schools both active a.s.sistance and financial , Parents Music club a t tended a. reto the instrumental and vocal music cent concert- meeting of the group In t he j unior high school audito- programs In the 15chools. ( 3 ) "To cooperate with those 1n rium. The concert was pre&ented by the ch arge of the music departmen t a nd Junior a nd Senior high schools com- th e school board to the end that t his bined orchestra, Girls' Glee club, the depar tmen t be brought up to ' and mixed a cappela choir and the com- kept a t t he h ighest possible degree bined h igh school bands. David of efficiency." Kush lous, school music supervisor, Mrs. Francis Davidson, secr etary, read the club's constitution and anwas director. other member said th e club's memIn a. short address, Presiden t J ohn bership ha r eached 325. H. J a cobsmeyer outlined the club's objectives as: (1) "To a rouse and maintain an enthusiastic inter est in the various phases of the music department of Portsmouth public ichools. J High School Takes I 22 New Members _ Into Honor Society'rf The Portsmouth chapter of th e Nationa l Honor society m ducted 22 new members es erdav in ceremonies at I.he senior h igh school auditorium. Joseph Stella, society president, ~as in charge and was aided 111 the ceremomes by Shirley Ham11to11, vice president; George Bre on, treasurer; P hyllis Sanderson, secretary, an d Sally Mosley. New members from the class of Mr. Beal said several local den - 1948 are: J acqueline BlsseLt, Ruth tists are willi ng to participate in Coplon, Barbara Dockham, Louise th e dental program by providing K imball, Carol Levy, Marie Lingcare and treatmen t at reduced rates. ham, Robert Maloney, Priscilla Money for the project would come Volk mann, Florence Warry, and in the form of a state subsidy of Kiki Zaharoolis. Class of 1949: Ann Badger, Ann S500 along with an additional state agreemen t to pay half of trea tmen t Crompton, Bart Dalla Mura, Alice, expenses and a contribution of $500 Fourm er, Normagene Gillespie, Robert Kecy, R onald Levasseur. Bradoffered by the Elks club. ford Mooney, Nancy Parkh urst, Lois fr. Beal said 90 % of PortsRo~ , Frank Scarito and John Smith. mouth dentists favor a dental education program and that lt will rcbult In approximately a 30% decrease Jn denta l a ilments among Por tsmou th students. In seekmg permission to go ahead with plans for the dental hygiene program, Mr. Beal a lso asked sanction o! a sch ool medical checkup program. The board, ln appr o Ing Ir. A l 948 school budget of $519,764Beal's req ucst, voted lo have the largest In th e history of P ortsChairman Se bol t name a com mouth schools-ls to be pla ced in mittee on health. Appointed were th e hands of the city council tomor Dr. Wa lker, J\Irs. lllarg son an d Mr. Lizio. row nigh t . . In othe r business the board: The councilors are expected to take Accep ted an offer of the Lions 110 action on the budget-which is club of book covers listing safety $ 87,234 more than last year-bu t rules. turn It over to City Manager Edward Was notified that a gas range has c. P eterson to be submitted for apbeen ins ta lled at the high school proval at a later date with oth er as a contri bution f rom the New municipal department budgets. Hampshire Allied Gas company. Manager Peterson said today he Agreed to speech correction work had received all department budgets for several students the expense bo but was not prepar ed to submit them be born e by parents. to th e city council for action. R eceived several letters of ap"I must get my scissors out preciation from teachers whose and give t hem a fin al trim min g salary scales r ecently were Increased. before handing th em to th e city At the meeting's close the board council !or approval," Mr. Peterstarted an "off- the-record" discusson said• sion o! non -resident parents who The city manager said he didn't are sending their children to live believe the fina ncial estimates would with relatives In Portsmouth to take be rea dy for tomorrow nigh t's counadvantage of local schools. cil meeting and added there was a [ At a motion by Mrs. Margeson the possibility they would be brought board went Into executive session. before the council at a special meet- ~-- - - -- - - -- - - !council To Get School Budget; ·Others Delayed I Ing "In the near future." - ---- �Sch ool Bo,1rd Accepts r::j-1 I , ·Ro_b inson' s Resignation Coach Edward G. Robinson of tbe*f•:=:=======--------Portsmouth high school football team will leave his duties at the r school March 1, according t o action 1 taken at the meeting of t he Portsr mouth Board of Education last I' Record Budget Goes Before School Board Board Advises Buying 2 Schools /W1 \{) A proposed 1948 school budget of* 519,754-$87,234 over that of 1947was approved last night by the I The Kittery building, recently apPortsmouth board of education I praised at a value of $300,000 and which, at the same time, motioned : built a a cost of 250,000, has been the city "acquire" government- ; offered to that community by the owned Sherburne and Wentworth government for $25,000. Town ,·ot.school. ers there recently approved the acquisition "a t a cost not to exceed The budge , recommended to th $37,500." city manager and councl] for final approval, ls the largest in the hisThe proposed Por mouth budget includes such increases as: tory of local schools. Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal Expended Budget aid the school revenue this year ls 1947 1948 Teachers' Salaries $299,697 364 , exp cted to total $73,331 - with 969 48,806 in state aid, 23,125 from / I Fuel 12,489 14,300 tuitions a nd $1,400 in dog taxes. I Mh~or Repairs $ 6,058. $ 15,000 The school director said thl& Retirement 18,987 23,576 me ns th e city will have to Superintendent Beal explained appropriat 446,483 for the opthe increase in teachers' salaries Js eration of Portsmouth 1chools due to a revision in the payment ln 1948. sys em which last year put the The recol11lllendatlon - to the school department ahead of Its budcity council and manager-that get · but in a way thab the money Port mouth take over ownershlp of 1 the two war-bullt schools followed ?'1ved l~ 1947 must be d1strlbutect Superintendent Bears annow1ceIn salaries this year. ment that the go ernment must disOnly decrease in expenditures 011 pose of the property by June 30. the proposed budget was in new Sherburne school - the first to equipment for which $2,185 was exbe erected here under 100% federa l pende~ last year and for Which grants-was constructed ln 1942 at 2,000 u; being asked in 1948 . a cost of approximately 100,000 and Iembers of the board also was dedicated In September of that accepted a monthly financial year. report from the high school The building, bullt of wood and Ath letic a 'oclation which noted brick veneer, consists of six classa J\Iarch 1 b;lance of Sl,026. rooms, kindergarten, kitchen, audj Simultaneously, members distorium and offices and replaced a cussed painting of five flag poles small red brick schoolhouse built in for about $50 anct agreed to have 1845. the steel poles painted and work on Wentworth chool - the se • :me wooden pole delayed because ond to be er cted under th e o'. the effect of the present unpregrants - also was erected in dictable weather on freshly-painted 1942 at & rost of abou t Slll,000 Wooden flag poles. aJtd "'a~ ready for student occmThey also named John E. Seybolt, I pano at lhe tart of th e ~inter James E. Whalley and Stowe Wildlel'ln of 1943. er members of a committee to study Greatly easing overcrowded condilocal school pension, systems and tions prevalent Jn schools then with report on findings at the next an influx of workers at the Portsmon thly meeting of the group. mouth naval base, Wentworth The Rev. William Safford Jones school Is a one-story colonial type D. ~-• board member and Pasto~ , building at Woodbury avenue and emeritus of the South church U ._ Granite street. It 6onslsts of apt r· , n1 p1·oxlmately 15 rooms. . a tan, react a re.solution concernmg the recent death of Henry B Although the mo ion by board member John C. Shaw that the city Tilton, member of bhe .school board make Inquiry Into the feasibility of from 1927 to 1939. "acquiring Sherburne and WentThe resolution placed on record worth school ," It was believed such the board's appreciation of Mr a transaction would be accompllshed !llton's "services to this commun: similarly to Kittery's approved ac- 1ty." quisition of government-owned ct erected Frisbee school. night. The Clipper mentor resigned from his teaching post a little The highest school budget In over a month ago to accept a poPortsmouth hlstory-stlmated to sition as secretary of the New exceed $500,000-wi!l be considered Hampshire Insurance Agent's by the board of education tonJght association. His resignation was accepted last at its monthly session t o be held night by the board "with regrets" in city hall at 7:30 pm. and will become effective the first of I While school department officials next month. / declined to reveal the exact figures, Coach Robinson came to Ports- members of the board have emphamouth in September of 1946 and led sized that Portsmouth must face one of Portsmouth hlgh's great foot- the steadily rising cost of educaball teams to an 8-1 record. Last ~Jon Which has seen school budget.s season the club reversed Its 1946 fig- mcrease 100% ln some New Hampure. shire towns. No mention of a successor for School Supt. Raymond I. Beal reCoach Robinson has been named ported today that he believed the : as yet and uperintendent of budge~ would be the only major item Schools Raymond I. Beal has of business scheduled for discussion said that action will not be taken tonight. ' until next summer. This places Portsmouth in a position slmllar to that of Harvard and Yale-no In addition, the board accepted football coach. the uperlntend nt's report on the A substitute teacher will take Mr. 1947 actlvHles of the education deRobinson's place at the high school partment. until the end of the school year. He reported that the per pupll cost of education ln Port mouth for last fiscal year was 142.84, with instruction alone costing $106.35. These figures he compared to the 1946 total per pupil costs of 126.76, of which 94.08 was spent on instruction. T he superintendent also produced fig ures 8Upportln the chool ho use comm!Uee' re ent ru llng that gymn~aium a pd a 11 <1itor Ulb fac illtle5 of r c• partment would not be .r.'fven An e.stlmat d 430,000 .school \Judrent free lo organizations in get-reflecting the ioaring costs of ' the fu ture. educabion-was under study today Receipts from rentals of the by the board of education's finance bulldlngs fall below expenses, Mr. committee with a possibility the Beal said. He pointed out that even flgw·e may climb to S500,000 before at the Sherburne school the departit 1.s finally approved. , m nt had lost 66 by allowing outThe finance commWee was In- side groups to use the building. structed last nigbtn5y the board to In routine business the board votproceed 1111th preparation of bhe ed to: budget, highest In the city's hisApprove the payment of bill totory. • tallng 4,155 when properly vouAt a later date the budget will be chered. handed to the cl ty council and city 1 Approve 15 a week to Kenneth manager for approval. i Day for extra work in conducting School Supt. Raymond I. Beal automobile driving course. told board members that the Transfer four teachers from their 430,000 figul'c was "by no present pay brackets to Schedule 4, means final .'' He said that esthe highest classificat1011 m the timate did not contain ma ny system. Included in the transfer Hems which might be added by were Katharine F lanagan, Margaret the finance committee duringBallard, Vivian H. Brown and GraIts deliberations. Recommendations from the high ham Alvord. school, elementary school and Approve the appolntme1}t of Joan school hou.se commltbee asked lor Stevens ot Keene as assistian ,n the 348,000 in teachers salarie15 and ph !cal education department. $81,000 In maintenance and operaApprove mstallation of blackout Approve use of the Junior htgh tion costs. curtains at the Sherburne school. gymnasium by St. Andrews lodge, AF Pay ihe expenses of Music DiMeanwhile, the board heard Supt. & AM, June 24 and 25 for the orBeal w·ge support of the federal aid rector David Kushlous and his asganization's 100th anniversary. progr~m. He outlined the back- sistant, Elizabeth !{agar, to Detroit Permit use of the Sherburne school ground of the Taft-Tobey bill which for the national music conference. by the Sherburne Civic association is Intended to raise per capita exFeb. 16. pendi tures on ed ucation throughout Approve use of the gynmaslum the United States. March 19 by the Girls Athletic association. I I Record Budget ForCity Schools Tops $430,000~, I I I I I I I �Portsm'o uth High Actors 1\q • To Compete 1n -Durham Four New Hampshire high schoolsl/ will compete with each othe1, in dramatics at Durham tomorrow when the University of New Hampshire revives sponsorship of the annual New Hampshire drama festival. c entral and West high schools of · Manchester Spaulding high school of Rochesb~r and Portsmouth h igh school have accepted invitations to the 'festival, which will be held this year for the first time since before the war. Each competing school will present a one-act play during the afternoon and evening program beginning at 2:15 pm in New Hamphire hall. Judges in the contest will ~e Philip D. Wheaton, instructor m speech at the university, and Robert S. Boak, J r., of Milton. Mr. Wheaton is a former member of the Boston and Cambride summer theater and Mr. Boak, a student at the umversity, has professional experience in musical comedy. The ,curtain -raiser will be Manchester West's presentation of the one-act comedy, "Make Room fdr Rodney." Spaulding high school will present the one-act atire, "The Flattering Word," as the second offering of the afternoon. . The evening program opens with "Dark Light." Central high school's dramatic offering. Portsmouth high school will presen t Act II of the Kaufman and Hart comedy, "You Can't Take It With You," as the final offering of the festival. The Portsmouth cast includes Louise Kimball, June Rand, Kiki Zaharoolis, Paul Thorpe, Benjami_n Orcutt Preston Garrett, RUiand R ivals 'J ohn Jacobsmeyer, Mar ion Arn~ld, Paul Driscoll, David Goldberg, Joan Brightman , John Scott, Nancy Davis, George Breton, Walter Shea an d Robert Maloney. Lewis McNeil is the s tudent production assistant. NE W BOOK COVER S- Supt. of Schools Raymond I. Beal, left, and th e Rev. J oseph E. Shields, right, accept new book overs on beha lf of th e Portsmout h public schools and St. Patrick's parochial _sch ool fr om Clark Coleman of the Portsmouth Lions club. The presentation was made la~t night at th e Lions club meeting by Mr. Coleman, chairman of th e clubs safety committee. (Portsmouth Herald photol Lions Club Presents Book Covers To Public and ·Parochial Schools , Two thousand book covers, lm-,r printed with safe ty rules and regulations, were presented to the P ortsm outh public a nd parochial schools last night by the Portsmouth Lions club. Clark Coleman, chairman of the Lions safety comm ittee, made the presen tation to Supt. of Schools Raymond I. Beal and the Rev. Jo seph E. Shields. Six hundred-fifty of the covers wm go to st. Patrick's school. The book covers are m ade of a special durable paper and are a neutral tan color. Other members of the safety commi ttee are Theodore Butler, Charles Griffin, Fred Desjardins and Albert Lamie. William T. Frain of Manchester, postal inspector from th e New England office In Boston, spoke on "Use of the Mall for Fraudulent Pm·poses." He was introduced by Portsmouth Postmaster Peter J . Hickey. During a business meeting plans were made for a concert and dance in April for the benefit of the Lions / scholarship fund. The n ext meeting will be March 22. IHigh School Musicians Return From Festival oncert in Berlin Thirty- ti)ree Portsmouth school musicians have return ed from Berlin where they participated in a festival concert given by a selocted group of vocalists and instrumentallsts. David Kushlous, music director in Portsmouth schools, and Miss Elizabeth Ha ar accompanied the group. Local young people In the chorus included Lois Webber, Ba1·bara Dockum, Patrice Gonyer, Ann Badger, J acqueline Campbell, Ann Dares, Roger Littlefield, Roland R ivals, Tom Gray and Warren Muchemore. 9rchestra, Fred Dunn, R ichard Schmigle, Irwin Taube, Bette Hamel, Sh irley Glass, Jo an Warry, Phyl lis Sanderson, Iris Butler, Charles Davidson, John Jacobsmeyer, Edwin Frobisher, Barbara Pinkham and Richard Grant. Band, Marjorie J on es, Gail Schlot, Alice Curran, Ronald Dunton, Milton Gersh, Richar d Betz, J ames Gallagher, Bernard McCabe, Ann Crompton and Arthur Le vitt. Trnnsportation was provided by , the P arent's Music club. Portsmouth High J To Participate In Dramq Festival I I I Portsmouth high school will be one of four in New Hampshire to compete in dramatics at Durham Saturday when the University of New Hampshire revives sponsorship of the annual New England drama festival. The local school w!U ,presen Act II of the Kaufman and Hart comedy, "You Can't Take It With You," as the final offering of the festival. Th e cast includes Louise Kimball, , June Rand, Klk1 Zaharoolls, Paul Thorpe, Benjamin Orcutt, Pre ton Garrett, Roland Rivals, John Jacobsmeyer, Manon Arnold, Paul Driscoll, David Goldberg, Joan Brightman, John Scott, Nancy Davis, George Br ton, Wa lter Shea and Robert Maloney. Lewis McNeil ls the student production assistant. Central an d West high schools of Manchester and Spaulding of Rochester also will present one-act plays during the afternoon and evening program beginning at 2:15 ln New H ampshire hall. I �··1outh Herald photo) . ---------------------------- Heif tz~ To One Side, Please• * *cribe, * Yfvr' tudent L * *Orch * stra End * *Holiday * H raid By ER EST R, IDYMAN mouth schools and a. good man on a Mousky won. A brief note to the Philadelphia cadenza. I blushed a libtle and ro.ss th Phllhannonlc and Jascha Heifetz, An extra.-currlcular project, too: room Margaret King and Charle.s the orchestra ls equipped by Davidson, tootling French horn.s, The holiday ls over, men. We're the school system with a. tuba, moving in, tlmpany, !frums, violas, and a Iris Butler on a saxophone and the Who? bass violin. The remaining inoboe and flute section Including Why, the Port mouth senior high struments belong to the students. Ann· Crompton,, Frances · Volkman, school orchestra and their new secExpected to play two form al con- Allee Curran and Gall Schlot--o.h, ond violinist. certs a year, the group actually give~ everybody !-Liley looked on tolerThls brash conclusion is the dfrect dozens more at plays, lectw·B5, as- antly. result or combining the school's 35- semblies, and innumerable other The clarinetists, Phyll!s Sanderplece orche.stra, it director David special occasions and does it well. son, Ann Badger, Marjorie Jones Kushious, and th only man in So I discovered yesterday after- and Frances Beals-well, they dldPor tsmouth who can play C sharp noon by Joining th e group for one n 't look too happy about lt. on the violin, make It sound like A of its two weekly sessions. Director Kushlous raised his fla on the flute and have the audiArmed with a quea ... er, violin hands: ence comment: fw•rifshect by Maestro Kushlous, I "Ready? From 13, then. A one and, "What wonderful control he plunked myself at tlie end of the two and, three and, four and . .. ." hal! over the oboe." fiddle section and prepared to give And we· started again. Such ls life, but it doesn 't explain Heifetz a little competi tlon. lso figuring strongly In tW8 i>.hy tho.se boys In Phl11y had better To the 1·ight was quizzically were Planists Joan Brlghtmau iliarpen up before gcod, old PHS's frowning Shirley Glass of 42 Lawand Marjorie mad, along with 3ubb!lng Bundle of Beethoven gets rence street, a violinisb. To the left, Dick Grant and Barbara. Pink,:,n the road. 'Ii·umpeter james Gallagher, and ham 011 the c11·u01s anc1 'a.thalle An hour session with us-:r now to the front, the music the tromPridham whamming the timfeel I am one of them-would. But bone player, Dick Betz, had been pany, Ince that ls hardly possible, maybe hunting about 10 minute.s. And wham she did from the Great this will convince the Philadelphia He frowned when he took it away. Gate on into a selection from RichPhilharmonic: After Edwin FrobJ; her, the tuba ard Wagner's Immortal opera One of approximately four senior man, and Trombonfsb Betz had "Tannhauser." hi;;;h achoo! orchesfras in Ne\\' spilt up the music we goL under way. On the righL beat, of course. Hampshire, Por 11mouth ',5 Is comRather. they did The se.s.sion ended a. little after prised of about 35 young stud~nts \nd meets for hour-long se- Ions . About Lhe time Milton Gei'·h aud 5 pm when surh , lolln virtuosoes twice a. week In he Jw1lor high John1 Jacobsmeyer wPre reviewing a., John Punn, Richard Schmlgle, / a s ight trumpet, mistake, r was Mal'Jorie: Amee, Belt_y Hamel, Irvin 1 school auditorium. ready, Irvin Taub·e pur his violin Taube, Frances Driscoll, Anita Wielding the baton,- except he doesn't have one, 1s Mr. Kushious, down and turned around. He smiled. Mooney, Shirley Gia s and me/ Pa.eked the instrumen ts away, This was going too far. It director of music for all of PortsWR~ either me or Moussorgsk , WhaL happened to Tann:hauser? W 11, you see, IL was thui wa.y.• . . f t �~ SIXTH GRADE ACROBATS-Sherburne school sixth graders who. will take part In the physl~al education demonstration tomorrow night at the junior high school gymnasium are shown in the above photot!I. The youngsters have been rehearsing for their big show for several week& and the photographer caught them last week hard at work. In the photo on· the left Marilyn Wright (left) practices a head stand while Constance Hubbard and Eleanor Connell (center top) do a shoulder balance. June Breton (right) Is shown doing a back bend which Is ~reat for reducing. In the photograph at the right, the boys of the Sh erburn e school get their licks in as they prepare for the show. At the left Roy -Shaw and Raymond Moquin (top) work on a left shoulder mount while Robert Gammon and Roland smith (top right) practice a thlrh mount. (Portamouth Herald photo•) 'r(Vr' . ,•.,.. . �Pre - School Census · Set By Local h. ~~TA Groups A census of nit chJldren who will enter local schools for the first time this year is to be made by local Parent-Teachers associations It was decided las~ night at a meeting of the Portsmouth Central council of the PTA In the Chamber of Commerce on Daniels street. p h ys . I Ica The census was requested bYlf·:::::===----------Schools Supt. Raymond I. Beal on I / the premi.,e that It would help ir. plans for kindergarten and first grade activities. Council President Howard Campbell said today. More than 300 Portsmouth school-~; Simultaneously, Edward Shea, children n·Jll take part In the physipresident of the Sherburne Parent- cal education demonstration omorTeacher association, reported on his row night. In the Junior high school attendance · at a recent conference gymnaslwn. on audio-visual education at the Director of Ph.vslcal Education University or New Hampshire. for the Porti;mout.h ·school s.vstem, Follo14•ln,r Mr. Shea's report, lt Jami's M. C11Jberson. said this mornwas decided to Investigate the Ing that, the program will be one of potentialities of such cducaUon Physical education work in the I he mn~L lr1trrc.~ll11J.? exhibitions In "all Port~mouth schools," JUr. ever irll•en by the .roung~ters. Portsmouth public school system smith, Edward G. Robinson and Mr. Campbell said, and a. committee was demonstrated by more than 350 Dorr, coaches of interscholastic Youngsters from 8 lo 18 will give of five l\'a! named to make the pupils to a large, appreciative audi- sports. a rrvll"w of th l\'Ork learned in I.he study. ence of parents and friends last The Program opened with an InphysicRI E'ciucalion program as well night in the Junior hlgh school gym- dian dance by pupils of the second Co-chairmen or the committee are as specialty numbers they have denasium. veloped, Mr. Shea and Mrs. Howard Lee. grade at the Lafayette and New The demonstration featured Franklin schools. Class drllls, InMr. Campbell reported the comSrronrl grarfe .rounislPrs taking / youngsters ranging Jn age from cluding calesthenics, rope cllmbing, mittee 'IVIII study the advisability of p:ut In thp program n·ill com~ from eight to 18 and from grade boxing, tumbling and games, were the Parent-Teacher associations at- the Lafa\·ette and New Franklin schools to the senior high school. demonstrated -by the boys of the tempting to provide audio-visual schools while the fourth g-rade s uIt was produced under the dir- Junior _high school. equipment and al o would check the dents wll! repre~ent the Heights and ection of James M. Culberson, dirposslblllty of establishing a film Acres school~. Children demonstratBoys and girls of the Atlantic council hPre. ector of physical education Jn the Heights and Wentworth Acres ing .~lxlh grade 11.·ork will come from Portsmouth schools, and members schools presented several AmerIt also was announced that U1e the Haven. Farragut, Whipple and of the department. Activities were ican folk dances whUe boys and State Parent-Teacher as.~oclation Sherburne srhools. unde~Jl.e supervision of Ernest Dorr, girls of the Junior hJglt school convention wlll be held at Plymouth "1! rr:irlf's Rt th~ Junior hlith Keitfi•,.lj}ckford and Joan Stevens April 26 to 28. gave a demonst,-aUon of intrawill hll\' f' 11turlrnf1 taklnir 1rnrt In instructors iii physical education;' mural sports and games. The council voled to recommend th; drmon~tratlon whlJ, a group Felicia Gray and Wllfrid Harriman to local units that they continue The eighth grade girls of the or glrl8 and boys from the sPnfaculty leaders of intramural sports' their aupport of the pre-school Junior high gave - an exhibition of lor hlirh srhnnl will prPstnt and Mr. Culberson, Muri L. Messer~ clinic. 111,Mialt.v numh,rs. mimetlcs and marchln~ Whlle the John Jacobsmeyer, president of concluding nwnber of the evening's The senior hhih youngster., 11.•lll the local Parents' Music club, said do two - ~uare danc,s as l\'ell a.• a program was a colorful square dancthe group 18 planning a rummage ing demonstration by senior high polka. 1 • school boys and girls. aale shortly and that proceeds wlll Manv phrslc8l Pduratlon In.; ructbe used to send students to a music, or from New Hampshire school are Physlcal education directors from festival. planning t-o attPnd the demmonmany New Hampshire and Maine stratlon tomorrow night. high schools· attended the demonstration last night. TI1e program ls liChEdU]Ed to get underway at 7:30. Education· Program Tuesday I School Children Present Physical ·Educ~ti:n Show I I ---- �Return Those Books The current campaign by the Portsmouth public library to get the return of long overdue books should be supported by every user of the library's facilities. Recently in Concord, the public library was benefited by the return of more than 500 books which had been held by the borrowers for more than a year. • Following the plan set up in Concord, Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, the local librarian, has established a "fineless and no questions asked" policy which will end this week. A few minutes time spent in searching dusty shelves and attics may net the library books which can be used by others to great advantage. Library .Begins .-;\~ Library Trustees . ·. 'Fineless Week' .: I Receive Report 1" .~ On .,47 Activities A plan to recover rellnquent books . • · ' o! a year or more was launched tpday at Portsmouth public library by Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, !lbraComplete report o! activities at rlan. · the Portsmouth library during the This week ts to be known as year 1947 was made this week to "Flneless Week" ' at the municipal the members of the board of trusllbrary and during the ,.next six days tees by Miss Dorothy M. Vaughan, Portsmouth residents who have de- librarian. Unguent ' books of a year or more · The library had 55,238 volumes may return them without payment on -hand J a n. 1, 1947, but It added o! fines. · ' . 4,246 during the year. There were In order to avoid embarrassment 851 v.olumes discarded during bhe to ,patrons, Miss Vaughan ·said, a year which made the total number large carton box will be placed close of books on hand Jan. 1, 1948, 58,· to _the library's door :where books 63 3_.., may be placed without any questions ' New · borrowers registered during asked. · , , 1947 were 1,223. Miss Vaughan s plan Is similar to Miss . Vaughan's report showed one. inaugurated at Concord recent- that the library subscribed to 72 ~i:~c~ more than 500 books magnzines an~ six magazines were /,Library Closes }x ·1t Library Td Open During Alteration Here Monday~ 10 beT~e Portsmouth public library Will c osed during the week or May 3 because of interior alterations Ml Dorothy Vnughnn, librarian' ss nounced today. • nn- 1:;!~~- Purpose of "Flneless Week " said Miss Vaughan, Is to recover' books which cannot be replaced. l4i&rary Extends,1,'Fineless' Week q Books overdue at the Portsmouth pµblic library for more than one year may be returned without fine for still another week. · -!Mis~ '_ Dorothy M. Vaughan, Jic brarlan, said today that the "flneles.s'·' period had been extended to give the public more opportunity to rummage , thl'Ough attics and book ~helves for library property. She reported that the results In th~ drive so far had been "very good" and expressed the hope that n.,.any more books would be brought back ' In the next few days. pr~ented. , · An Increase of 11,481 In the number of volumes Issued for home use In 194'7 over that ot 1946 was reported by the II• brarian. In 1946 there were 80,· 635 volumes issued tor home use and a breakdown of the fi·gures Is as follows: 1946 s ;;11s: Vaughan urged residents and ~k oo chlldrer wanting books to e them out before Saturda 1 ~ght. No fines wlll be charged du/ g the week the library 1s closed sh e added. , The Por tsmouth library will be open 1today for the exchange of books, Miss_ Dorothy M . Vaughan, librnrlnn s11 1el. Becau~c the butldlng still Is bei ng 1 i renova ted onl y a limit ed amoun t, of J reference work cn n be done, Miss Vaughan said. I I 'I 1947 Fiction 43,117 50,072 A·d ult non-ficbion 24,367 25 ,319 Juvenile 13 ,151 16,725 There were 97 books borrowed from , other libraries in 1947 and 45 books loaned to other libraries. Assisting. Miss Vaughan at the librar y are Miss Frances Anderson, Mrs. Elinor H. Pingree, Miss Marjor ie : Chandler and Mrs. Aurelia Hodgman . . Old_ Li~r.;a ry Undergoes ,Ma1or · Renovation Here • Reconstruction work nas bee 5 t ted I th lo:.ed this week. n ar n e Portsmouth public library, · The ma jor change in the int erior:t of the old building·, ls the sealmg - - -- _ o! the large Jlghh well in . the center of the main section. An opaque ~.lass and concrete panel floor will be installed on the second floor permitting light to penetrate to the first floor from the cetl!n~ skyPort.smoul,h's library Is to b light. 'I11e '' promenade skyligh t" closed two mornings n ext wee: heavy . enough to support both I while renova ti ons arc m ade. e_q ulpment and persons, will be diMiss Dorothy M. Vaughan livid~ lnto a conference, trustees, brarinn, snld the library ls be r.e&.dmg and reference- rooms. ·1 closed until nroon Monday and Plans already have been drawn Tuesday. y / 5" Up _by · Maurice E . Witmer, Portsmouth architect, for a hew annex s to the building and the current alterations are being made as part , · o! the initial stej}!,. The pre.,ent stairway to the second !loor will i Jett In · place temporarily but with the future addition will be e-hanged, Mr. Witmer explained. Also undergoing renovation now Is the first floor v.rhere large columru; are · being replaced to Increase t~e lobby space. New desk space Will be available al.;o. Fluorescent lighting will be Installed on both floors. . '· Total cost of the city project Is expected to be approximately $8,000 according to II. bullding permlh secured last week from Jam~ 'r Whitman , · bulldlng inspector. L. Pa terson• company ·1.s doing the work. Library To Close For Renovat1·ons Napoleon Stabrow Memorial Clock1'l'\\ti Hung in library A contract for remodeling the public library was awarded by the council last night to E. L. Paterson & s.ons, whose bid or $7,990 was $1,070 below that o! the nearest competitor. . ' , An electric eloek-a memorial to Four contractors entered the bidding on the library renovations: \ the late Napoleon Stabrow-was W. E. Connell, $9,182; the Maxam dedicated Sunday afternoon in InCo., $9,060; Landers and Griffin, formal ceremonies at the PortsI Inc., $10,545; and Paterson, $7,990. mouth ·public library. 1 / • None of the competing contractThe cl~ck w~ ·presented to library ors included checks for 5% of their by Peter, stabrow, father of Naprespective bids; although the reoleon stabrow who was k!lled while quest for bids, as read to the counworking at the Portsmouth naval . en, asked that such deposits be shipyard In 1943. made. Councilman Frank E. Pater1 Miss Dorothy V~ughan, librarian, son, associated with the low made brief . Introductory remarks bidding firm, told the council itnd the Rev. William Safford Jones, DD, a, member of the board llbrary I that specifications for the job had .. not, .Included this require• trustees, offered & prayer. , , ment, Dr. Jones also accepted the clock Over the objections of Councllon behalf of the board and the ,city and It waa dedicated to young Sta- •man Mary a. Dondero, who Insisted that all the bids should be febrow's memory by former Mayor jected, the council voted to award Mary C. Dondero. the contract to the low bidder. In addition to the members o{ the Counc11man Paterson abstained board, the Sta.brow. family and Mrs. 1-, Dondero, Mayor and Mrs. Cecil M. from voting. Neal were guests at the ceremony. '-- ~~.'µ I I Ul l be E: �32, . / ��--- - - - �Cit1est· Towns Face .,W ith. Job of Payin ' ·county Budget Soaring Costs Acid $32,000 '' r, Over Limits 6 TI1e superior court, whose operation cost $39,000 or $4,400 more than Its appropr1a.tlon, was second to the county Institutions in bhe list or over-expended accounts. Another .slznble Item was In the board and care or children where $2,400 more tman the appropriation was expended. In connection with these two accounts, Mr. Marston ~aid they were set up In the budget but the commissioners were given no control over them. "For exam)lle, the state places the children In the foster home I and then bills the county for efic· Dalet Council Approve Bond lssuJ' ·~f 3 ·Million Rockingham county cities and CONCORD, Feb. 20 (AP)-Aptowns today face the prospect of proval has been granted for the paying up an over-expenditure of Issue o! more than $3,000 ,00i. in $32,000 In the county budget. . state bonds. · Portsmouth's share In defraying , The governor and council authorthe overage will amount to approxized the bonds yesterday as re; imately $10,000, an estimate based quested by the state treasurer. on the city's annual bill which was approximately one-third of the The Issue will include $1,500,· county budget of $311,000 last year. 000 for "war srrvire recognition," , The commissioners told The Porta• or the state bonus lo veterans; mouth 'Harald today that the overtheir maintenance which even $725,000 for "caJJilal im)lrovespending was "almost entirely trace- • lncludes medical care," he said. ments and long-term repairs;" able" to Increased costs at the county Mr. Foss explained that complete $25,000 for an aerial survey; 575,home and hospital In Brentwood. flgures on the alterations and re000 for approaches to the Genpairs to the county jail in Portsera! Su 111 van and Alei.ander Alvin E. Foss of Kingston, clerk o! the board, said the commissioners mouth were available In the com- . , Scammel bridges; $6:,o,ooo for had made up the 1947 figures for the mission's main office In Exeter I the Hampton Harbor Ioli bridge; 1 county farm and hospital-$80,000and he would prefer to see the figand $315,000 for the lilt. 8unaon a basis or 1946 costs and what ures before giving statements on pee tramway. they believed "probable" In 1947. the total expenditures. Governor Dale pointed out that "We could not entirely anti• However, he said reconstruction the University or New Hampshire Is clpate the terrific increase·s ln would be resumed when the delega- authorized to issue $2 000,000 In cost of living and furthermore, tlon approved the 1948 budget. work bonds and If It. ls approved by the the number of patients and priswas suspended late last summer university truslee~ at their meeting oners under the county's care In• when the appropriation was ex- tomorrow, the total amount of state creased tremendously," Mr. Foss haw;ted. bonds to be Issued will exceed $5,said. · nm;ng a briet discussion of the 000,000. The clerk said the Rockingham The executive body at a brief 1948 budget, Mr. Foss explained that county· delegation to the General unlike the practice of former years, session yesterday appro ved expenses Court-had been Informed In Authe commissioners last year had of $225 for a trip by Atty Gen. gust, 1947 that the overage would prepared only the 1947 budget for '\ Ernest R. D'Amours to Washlnglon occur. approval by the delegation. , to testify ~efore the Ho~se and "They simply told us to go ahead," "The delegation agreed with us Senate judiciary sub-comm1tlees. Mr. Foss\. continued, "and so we that we should wait until 1948 beThe congressional hearings concontinued to meet the heavy defore drawing· up our estimate of ex- cern proposed leg·islatlon to clarify mands on our finances." penses tor this year," he said. states' titles to lands and reso urces "We feel that the delegation has "We did not believe that 1n view beneath navl_g able waters wllhln confidence · in our Integrity or It of the Inflated market we could anti- state boundaries. would then have begun to question clpate two years in advance, as had . Approval was given for a trip by us," he declared. once been the practice. The deleFoss further explained thab ungatlon ls meeting within two weeks der existing statutes, the county to study our budget requirements commissioners · are authorized to and we wlll know then on how much borrow funds to meet over-spend- , we have to operate." Ing to a total or 10% of their budMr. Foss insisted the commissionget tor any calendar year. ers "have nothing to lilde and our Irving W. Marston of North accounts are open to any citizen ." Hampton, board chairman and Mahlon c. currier of Danvllle, the Portsmouth 'representative on third commissioner, remarked, "I the commission, stressed the hope no one in the county thinks I high labor coats at the cow1ty we're pleased with · the over-expentnstlfotlons;· He· maintained ditude. Don't forget we pay taxes that io~eet· competltfott from too." ~-· other hospftals during the· nurs• , lnr shortag~· It had been necessary to raise the pay Jnels of all the ·nurses employed. ' The annual report shows that several or the 1947 budget appropriations. were ;averexpended to the/ &um ·or t44,000 bub this was -" offset by . unexpended ~}}aces -or nearly $12,000, leaving line...:ife_E_j>verage at $32,000. state police superintendent Ralph W. Caswell to attend a seminar on homicide Investigation at the Harvard medical school In Boston March 4-7. Concord City Sollcllor Gordon S. Lord requested the rovernor and council to approve sale to the city of 113 acres at the Concord airport. The land, now owned by the ata te, Is leased by Concord, He said sta~ ownership of the land might be 1. hindrance to the city Jn obtaining federal funds for lmprovementB and construction. The federal &overnment requires a 20-year lease 1f the city does not own the land, he explained. Thus, if the state did not sell the land, the city would be required to ask periodically for extension of the lease and this might impair Its chances !or federal aid. The governor and councll Indicated they approved the Idea, supported by Mayor Charles J . McKee and state aeronautics director Russell Hilliard, but explained they wanted the adjutant general to express his opinions on the proposed sale at the next council session scheduled for March 11. I II -----============~ 0 _p~tla~.,. I I J i Portsmouth Area VA Man Dropped I 'n Genera I Cut1 Y\ 1 _ Philip Nadeau, training_ officer !or the Veterans adn11n1stratlon In the Portsmouth area, ha~ been notified that 11 will be su~penctcct from the agency s payrolls March 26 as part I of lbe "reduction In force'' program now 111 effect. James Doyle, head of the VA in New Hampshire, said today that Mr. Nadeau ls _one of 17 training su~ervisors bemg released on that date 1n New Hampshire. I I The slashes In VA payrolls will cut_ the 24-man New Hampshire tr~tning force to ~even, Mr. Doyle sat?, and means that on-the-jobtraming will be without supervision except m the cases of di sa bled veerans. 7 "We juat can't handle It w-llh &e1•cn men so that type of 111- pen•hlon must go by the boards," Doyle said, Mr. Nadeau was assigned to the Port~mouth area In November, 1946. He first entered VA employ in April 1946. ' He Is a native of Dover and the !a ther of one child. I 0 �3b I Revenue Bureau Shifts To New Quarters Here Today Is moving day for Uncle Sam In Portsmouth. , , • of the Portsmouth offices. The top four floors or the building, recenbly redecorated and revised according to federal blueprints, hav.e been painted a pale green with light grny wood trim. The first, floor will hou.5e the cashiers, last to move in, and the field d!vf.5!011, first to trnnsfer. A long barrier complete with cashiers' · windows soon will be encased In wire mesh. The field division, which ls moving from the Bartlebt building on Pleasant street. will occupy a large section In the front of the building. Also in the Congrrss street end will be a small confrrence room . A supply room Is located ln the rear. The Income lnx division will fi!J the enllre spnre on the second floor. Conference and .~npply rooms are located In !,hr rrnr, A ·long ronnlrr has been ln.5ln!Jed at the entrance of this secllon. The wnge and rx<·i.~e tnx division, a new combined office will orcupy the third floor. · This' division consolidates units formerly scattered In the BaJ'llett building, the New Hamp.5hire National bank building and the postoffice. Theo top floor has a large office for Mr. Keefe at the front of the building. Connecting with this Is an' other conference room. Linked down j the Fleet street side of the building are the office of the collector and ass!sta n t collector's secretaries Mr Connolly's office nnd the com ptrol~ Ier's off!re. The large central section Will be usrd n.~ n cornb!nnt.lon ~choo! room, confcrcnl'c nrrn nnd rxn111lnntlon room, A lnri:-r wo111rn·~ lounin' and first aid room Is located In 'the rear. Wide stnlrwny~ connrct the floors and ' " snlnll elevator serves rnch department, Main rntrnnrt~ nrc lornlrrl on Congress and Fleet streets. A new hot water nea:tlng system 1 has been Installed and temperatures or each floor w!l! be regulated from !nd!vldunl thermostats. Flourescent l!ght!ng has been installed throughout. The Cleld division Is expected to be In · full operation In the new building by tomorrow, Mr. Keefe snld. The next to move in wil! be the miscellaneous tax and estate tax div! Ion from old offices In the 0 -.. l .i 1 ' • )'{\fl" J] I I ? "> - The first of many while the New Hampshire division of the u. s. Bureau of Internal Revenue Is transferring to !ts new quarters in the McIntosh block on the corner of Congress and Fleet streets. · Overseering- the work this morning as the first divi ion started moving was F. Clyde ]{ccfe, collector, and Thomas J, Connolly, assistant collector 139 Find~· Jobs in · Area Through State Service *-------------bank building, then the withholding tax division w!ll transfer from the post office. All moving work ls sched uled to be completed by April 1. The Portsmouth office of the state employment service, which ser'l'es not only the city of Portsmouth, but 25 additional towns in the area, placed 139 persons ln local employment during February, it was announced today by Andrew C. Graves, manager. Included were 30 veterans and 76*women. Of the 139 placed, one was 1 1 in agriculture, three in construction, 90 In manufacturing, three in public utilities, seven in domestic services, nine in wholesale and retail trade, 13 In service industries, two governmental, and Ii were short-time workers (snow sho velers). In addition, Mr. Graves said, 26 persons were referred and accepted for work in areas covered by other employment offices. A total of 322 new applications for work were received during February including 116 veterans and 104 women. Counseled during the month were 154 persons including 86 veterans and one woman. At the end of February, the active file in the Portsmouth office contained 1,399 e.ppl!ce.tlons Including 659 veterans and 320 women. Ninety-eight openings for work were on file at the local office at the end of February, 0 1 Employment Office Places 1,116 Here A Ioli\! or 1.116 persoll8 ~.-ere rlac~d with locRI employers by the Pnrt.~m0ul.h office ot the New ll~mp.~ htrr SlRt~ Employment .~crl'ir\" In 1917 And1ew C. Graves, mana;:er of lhe local office announced today. Included In U1ls tobal were 46:l veterans and 356 women . Of the 1,116 person,s pl;iced, 72 were in agriculture. 136 on construction, 238 In manufacturing, 64 In pub!!c utilities, 284 In wl10lcsale and retail rstabl!sh ments, 179 In gervlce e.~btbllshments, 103 , In domestic servi "P, 34. governmcnt3J and six miscellaneous. Jn Addition, Mr. Graves saicl 3i6 persons l\'Pre referred ancl acc<'pted for work In &rcas covered b:v other em11loy111c>11I . ervke offices. Th,- mRJority or lhr.~ r l\'f'l't lllRdr. In Malnt An<I Mn .s~~c hu.sctt.~. llshment.i; to obtain Job orders, give and receive Job Information, .and give such other e.s.~l.,t.ance M requested by employers In connection with their employment problems. As o! Dec. 13, 1947, U1e Portsmouth Employmenb Service· office file contained 1,062 applicants actively seeking employment, Including 308 women and 480 veterans. Not all of tJhese are totally unemployed, as applica tions are accepted from partially employed and from persons alread y employed who may wish to ..:hange their employm~nt. Jo,\$ The Porls moui.h o!f!ce serves not r'mly the cit.y but. RI o 25 additional town.s In the area. A Iola! of 3,31l7 nPw appllcRtions for l\•ork l\•rre rrce!vM dur!ni the .vrar lnclud!n1t 1,124 veteraru, 1,322 women and 941 non-veteran ma!~; /1!\8 eoun~el!nit !Jil-"rv!/owi, were concl11rt<-c1 durln,t thr yrRr, or l\•h!ch I AA 11.•C're with veterRn.~; 888 visits wl're made to locRI rmployers ' estab- Church Group to Open Island Conference ·Today ·l Young people's week opens the 32nd annual Congregational ence todny nt the Isles of Shoals. The conference will extend through Aug. 21, I (N(,~\ ,!,·-;:=======-------- --.----- The Rev. and Mrs. Roger Horton o! Boscawen will be 1n charge o! the · program this week, with the Rev. Donald Wells, pastor of the First Baptist church at · Ames, 'Ia., conducting morning chapel on· the th~me, "The Challenge of ·a GodCentered Life." ; Done.Id Amams o! New ·H11,ven, Conn., wlll take charge of the. an•'j nual laymen's weekend, Aui..,-•13 to 15. Leaders will include .Walter. Graham, president of the Ne.tlone.1 ·1 Laymen's Fellowship and the Rev. Thomas K . Thompson, steward-. ship .. secretary o! the U14,slona council ... The Rev. Carl Bare of Newport, R. I., will preach Aug. 15, and the banquet speaker Aur. H will be Prof. Harold Bruce of Dartmouth college. Dally chapel services dllrlni 'the second week will be on the theme, "Six Great Words We Need to Re~ cover," with Mr. Be.re 1n charie, · Dr. Eddy Aslrvatham will be the lecturer for the week, ualng the theme o! "The World Mission of Ohrlst!anlty.'' He 1B amember o! the faculty at Boston university, Dr, Dwight Smith, of the Mt. Vernon church In Boston wlll speak on "How Congregationalism Began,'.' and Mrs. Linden White of New Bedford wlll give readings of John Greenleaf Whittler, entitled ' "Whittler and the Isles." · · ._ The Rev. Lyman V. Rutledge of Dedham, Mass., will show moving pictures of the Isles o! Shoe.ls. Miss Maries Vaughan of ;Everett wµI pre~ent a musical program 1n Elliott hall. d!!lcers of the association are the Rev. David N. Beach, New Haven, president; the Rev. Harold B. Hannum o! St. Johnsbury, Vt., and Prof. Howard Stearns o! Wellesley, Mass., and the Rev. Martin Goslin, Manchester, vice presidents; the Rev. Arthur J, Snow, Stoneham, Mass., ex;ecutlve ,secretary; Miss J, Ellzaibeth Cate, Manchester, recording secretary and Edward A. Dame of Concord, t,:eas. ' urer. �~i~h~r~en.Hail rrei.~'. Local Coast Guard Unit Mi°',e~lo 'Recipen __ ) To Get Trainin~P Cutter Is es 1.~~~s~ ~uard ' , P'isJ::iermen from , three .New England cbastal states today el)dorsed the·· proposed plan to have the coast guard station on the Isles of Shoals reopened:' 1 ~ • '.11he move, ·tnaururated by . Ponsmouth fishermen several days ago,' NII bee:q approved by ·th~ ,Flsher:inen's tinlon of Glouceiter, Mase., .a.11 iwell as Maine • a11cd New Ua.mpshlre . men who fl.ah oft the banks 15 miles from the Shoals, I I Gov. Charles M. Daie became the first signer of, a petition . which Is to, be circulll.ted among fishermen roni the three · c0Mtal states. The governor told local men that he iwould forward the petition to Sena.tor Styles Bridges as soon as It as been 11lgned by the fishermen. ' 'rhe move to have the coast ruard statJo~ on· Appledore lsland at the Isles ·of Shoals reopened Is ,an outgrowth of ·a · near .tragedy last week when three .. · Portsmouth fishermen were stranded after their boat smashed into,' rocks during the storm the day before Christmas. The three men-Columbus J, Marco;t\i, Phillip Fessenden, and Alex Babula:.-:.were rescued by Hugo Mar• con! and a party o! six which had ,bUc)(ed the heavy seas to reach the men on Star island. An 83-~~ot C9ast ,Guard cutter for emergency patrol duty and Coast .- uard aux1llary trammg ls to arrive in Portsmouth in May, -------------* The cutter which is to be stationed here through May, June, July and August, Is to be manned by members of Flotilla No. 307 U. S. Coast Guard auxiliary and two regular Coast Guardsmen, This was announced last night at a meeting of Flotilla No, 307 at Portsmouth's YMCA. Training O'fflcer Albert R. Caulstone announced a refreshWashington coast guard officials , er program for boatswain mates, informed Rep. Chester E, Merrow motor machinists and ·signalyesterday that the Isles of Shoals men. He said the courses were coast guard station on Appledore mandatory for each member as islan? is in operation but a check 1 there must be a full crew avail\ thi~ morning indicated the station able for duty on the cutter. 1s m the same condition it was , 1 when closed two years ag·o. Division Fire Chief Richard ColChief Boatswain's Mate Jordan lins and his assistant, Stanley Riley Orr of the Portsmouth harbor sta- , requested six men volunteers for imtion said this morning that there mediate training as a disasber resare three men stationed at the Isles cue team to present a demonstraof Shoals but these men are on tion in March. duty at White Island light where they, operate _a seaward wa.tch with , Commander Raymond Pettigrew two civillan lighthouse . keepers, . introduced Ralph S. 1',roblsher and Portsmoi1ih ·coa~t guardsmen t James L. Cotter, past Flotilla commanders. , said this morning · that · they · Vice Commander Everett Buxton ha l'e not used the Applcrlore isreported on a recent district meetland station at any time since ing at the Customs House, Boston. it was closed due to the lack of 1',lnance Officer Walter Hayden personnel for Its maintenance 1 and Past Commander Frobisher ancl operation. · showed projector slides of the local Chief Orr, in charge of the Wood island station, has seven men un- flotilla's duties during World War der his command at the harbor II. \ station, three men at the Shoals Also shown were several pictures lighthouse and three mi:n on Boon of the famous schooner "Bowdoin." \ island. He also has one man at Included In the pictures were Fifteen member-s of ·Portsmouth Cape Neddick on duty at the Nubble j Comdr. Donald B. MacMillan , Arcunit Coast Guard Welfare associa- light. Civilian keepers operate the , tic explorer, Past Commander Frotion recently met at the home of Whaleback light at the entrance to bisher and E. Curtis Matthews, Mrs.•' Payson Myers •of 38 Thaxter .Portsmouth harbor. former Portsmouth reservists. , road. The men stationed at the light- \ Mrs. Thomas V. Sterling, chairman, houses are equipped with boats or' presided at a business meeting. Re- material to perform rescue work, J;reshmen>tE were served and a so• Chief Orr said. Their duty is to maintain a constant watch and act cial hour followed, • , Next meeting 1s to be held Feb. as part of a telephone relay team 17 at the home of Mrs. Eugene Col- '\ for messages to the Wood island station in Portsmouth harbor, he beth of 346 Richards avenue. h.. . . . ! - - added. Agitation for reopening of the Appledore Island station began two weeks ago when three Portsmouth fishermen were stranded on star Island after their boat had smashed onto the rocks during the pree ~ $ M Orffl'Q tlOn Christmas gale and blizzard. The Portsmouth men-Columbus Marcon!, Alex Babula and Philip Fessenh James W. 'TUC k·er, secre l ar y of tl1e . a·1 Information o'n the den-were rescued the next day More factu need f~r coast guard protection of ~e:~1!':~;c;;;:s t~r~!~:~• :i~~~~ia~~~- Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce, the New Hampshire coastline will ' received the telegram from Rep . l;>e , sought ,at a. Seacoast Region asPortsmou th fishermen have Merrow stating that the Shoals stasoc!ation sponsored meeting to be been active In th e preparation tion had been reopened. [held in _the .pear future. of a petition to. be sent to th e , The telegram read as folldws: Alvin F. Redden, association seccoaS t gua rd headquarters in th e "Have talked with coast guard ofretary, saitl today that a committee I Treasury department at Washficials concerning recent artlcle on was being ,formed which would 1 in- i lngton for reopening of th e reopening .of Appledore station on elude state to:wn and city officials, Shoals st ation. , Isles of Shoals. They Informed me port wardens and harbor masters. The local fishermen have been that this. station is opened with three .All n.shermen, boat owners, ·ship- Joined by the Gloucester Fishermen's men In l\tlendRnce. The full compers and yachtsmen will be invited union a~ well as Maine and New plement of the station is rleven 111('11 . to attend the public hearing; Mr. Hampshire men who gain their Jive- They state that they will get full '']tedden .s.aid, and ' will be urged to llhood through deep water fishing . complement to the station as soon iparUcipate in the discussion of the · · ~ .. as their recruitment is up to srrvlrr ast_ gUard_'..._pr~blem. ~: strength. They expect that this will be around the first of March or . shortly thereaftPt'." __ 1 Shoals Station Not Reopened,~~,,~ Check Discloses l I Coast Guard Unit · ' In Meet.ing Here'1~'\= °'K'fi\..\ rOUp SeaC:OaSt ,k I f G • S O'n Coast 'Guard I Church Leaders See No 'Reds'rf At Star Island ~ · A disorderly "World Order" conference sputtered on at Star island today and rocked the little haven to its churchly foundation as a verbal controversy over a speech worked its way into the name-calling stage, Although he has resigned from participation in .the Unitarian• sponsored seminar, Lowell . Blake Mason, a member of the Federal Trade commission, still held the spotlight. And Indications were that he still is perturbed by Prof. Oooctwin Barbour Watson's talk the.t opened the parley the other day, But If Mr. Mason was angry with the professor, it appeared the rest of the conferees were displeased at Mr. Mason. The reactions to the government official's widely-voiced criticism o! a speech he said "attacked democracy while favoring communism" came from all sides. Among the first with a public reaction was Dr. Merrlll E. Bush, conference dean, who Mason scolded for Inviting Professor Watson to speak at the Island. He said: ~ "It was unfortunate that Mr. Lowell Mason gave the impression that the address by Mr. Goodwin Watsc,n was a ' keynote speech or that It would set the pattern for s11bse11uent discussion. "In a conference of this nature, with seven speakers, each representing his own position, no one point of view can correctly be said to rc11resent the position of the participants." Accenting that was an almost unanimous vote at a special meeting of conference delegates yesterday afternoon saying the conference ls in no way "in danger of being dominated by any 0110 individual or group." Mrs. Lon Ray Call, wife of a wellknown Unitarian clergyman, labeled Mr. Mason's cl'lticisms a personal antagonism." She said it is unfortunate that ''a democracy provides the opportunity for an individual to \ promote his own political interests at the expense of the pub• lie." i, \ ' I And the Rev. Harry Scholefleld, minister of the First Unitarian church in Philadelphia, defiantly announced Mr. Mason's attack on Professor Watson's speech-or at least the method he used in getting it to the public-was "a very ~rcat disservice to the conference." But Mr. Mason, who quit the conference but is still making statements, said: "I: didn't come up here to win any popularity contest. I came here as a Unitarian and an American, 1 and I'm proud of both these I ! 1,1 ·• il ')"I,., '' �-- Shoals Conference Season Island Parley on World Order. Opened by1 Unitarians An institute on problems in world order, sponsored by the I sles of Shoals association, will be held at Star island, July 31 tq Au g. 7, under the auspices of the Unitarian commission on world order and the department of adult education and social relations. A series of summer conferences !t Ji:lsles of Shoals opened Saturaay when delegates from various sections of the country began arriving for the American Unitarian Youth conference. The session, which Is to run*---- - - -- -- - - - through July 10, ls based on the tarlan 'meetings will extend through The primary purposes of this contheme "Look at the World." Aug. 7, when they will be followed ference have been stated as "to demonstrate the techniques of adul t The first week of the conference by the ann ual Congregational coneduca tion and group thinking, and ference ending Aug. 21. Is scheduled for college students and to develop the leadership ability pothe second for hlg!J school students. tential in the group." A social Saturday night Jn Elliott Speakers include Goodwin Wathall and a dance marked the openson, a professor of education at ing of the first session. T eachers college, Columbia un iverThe Rev. Alexander Szen tlvani, formerly a bi hOJJ in Hungary, preached yesterday mornin g. "Adventures in Unitarianism" will be the theme subject for the second week, with the Rev. Edward Cahill of the Unitarian Service committee as principal speaker. At the round table workshop discussions each afternoon the discussions Will be led by the Rev. Dana Greeley of Boston, formerly of Concord, and the Rev. William B. Rice of Wellesley Hills, Mass. Th e series of Uni- 'World Orde ~C\ "l. . 'Red' Tiff Erupts Att~)Star Island *y~ ilarence S treit, David Ginsburg of the citizens committee for United Nations, Ely Culbert~on, Rex Stout, Rupert Emerson who •s a professor of Government at Harvard university, and LeRoy Bowman, a professor of sociology at Brooklyn college. Discussion leaders besides Mr. Bowman are Francis A . Ballaine, professor of social philosophy at Adelphi collegej H. M. Forstenzer, chief of tqe Field Service division of the National Institute of Social Relations, Inc. ; Phil ip E. Jacob o! the Wharton school of Finance and Commerce at the University o! P ennsyl van ia; Samuel Whi tma n , director of the Cleveland Mental Hygiene associa tion; and Wlnlfred Fisher. executive director of the New York adul t education council. 1 Watson Defends Star Island Tplk As 'Well-Balanced' U.S. Official Hits Professor's Talk At Church Parley But the New York educator, wno has served in such positions a.s chief analyst for America's foreign intelligence service and is a member of innumerable theological and educational societies, appear ed unconPolitical dissension reared Hs cerned. ugly head In the theological orbit Mr. Ma on apparently conNEW YORK, Aug. 5 (AP)-Goodof S tar island yesterday when a tacted newspapers to denounce win Watson, Columbia university prominent govern men t official the speech. The professor, how- 1 professor, denied today that a voiced fiery criticism of a Columbia ever, was not available to offer speech he made Monday before the university professor's speech there. any defense or to . reveal the Star I sland (N.H.) Unitarian conProtagonists In the fracas 10 ::;tents of his controversial ference "attacked democracy while miles out in the Atlantic were: r ess. favoring communism." (1) Lowell Bla ke Mason an inAnd today It appear ed Professor 1 "I consider the speech a wen. . .' Watson wasn't having any even fluential Illinois Republican a nd though the government offl !al s Id balanced, objective presentation of member of the Federal Trade com- " c a I · / world affairs," the Columbia Teach. • "Wh os , clthe m ss10n w1'th 20 1mes 1n ar meaning of the speech was ers college faculty member said. Who" e · l The last In a senes of confer- • ences at Star island under the spothSorship of the Isles of Shoals Summer Meetings associat ion Is underway this week with "World Order" as Its theme. Among the speakers will be Prof. Goodwin Watson of Columbia uniIt bwas to island determine/ ! The address, first of several made (2)· Prof. Goodwin Barbour Wat- Just ow Impossible disturbed Star was vers 's teachers college, scheduled ' at the opening session of the church son,, sociologist at Columbia unlver- thfa morning over the whole affair, to scuss the world situation · in gathering, resulted In the resignation slty s teachers college and a one- / but a spokesman for the Nnerican general and Clarence Streit on I time suspect of Martin Dies' com. from the conference of F ederal Trade "Federal Union." mi ttee investigating un-Amerlcan I Unitarian association in Boston Commissioner Lowen B. Mason. others will Include David Ginsactivities, with 42 lines in "Who's . theorized there would be a "hot Mason charged the Watson speech Who." I burg on "Americans for Democratic time." constituted an attack on Democracy Action;" Ely Culbertson, to speak Up at bat yesterday-when all the and that the conference, as a result, He was Melvin Arnold, speaking for the Citizens committee !or trouble reany s tarted-was former In the a-bsence of Dr. Frederick M. j had been used as a "sounding board United Nations, and Rex Stout will by alien forces." corporation counsel Mason, who Eliot, vacationing president of the discuss the United World Federalcharged the Unitarian-sponsored association. ists movement. Watson said 1oday that Mason conference at the Isles of Shoals was Mr. Arnold said the associahad "every right" to take excepbeing misused. Ruper t Emerson, profe.ssor o! / tion registered no "al arm" over tion to his remarks but added: government at Harvard university, the Incident, as reported ln a t At least he said Professor "So far as I know he was the onleast one Boston newspaper, and will a ttempt to analyze suggested ·watson's speech "attacked demly one in the au dience to take seprograms and LeRoy Bowman, proif Professor Watson was makocracy while favoring comrious exception ." munism." ing speeches contrary to demof error of sociology at Brooklyn cratic tenets he was doing so college, will talk on a. need for Ile was s peaking of a weigh ty "citizen action ." under his own sponsorship, not dissertation delivered by Phi that of the Unitarian church. To lead discussions during the B eta Kappa Watson opening a He also said the association sugI week are Francis A. Banatne, proweek-long conference on "World Order." gests Mr. ~ason r etu!'ll to the lsfessor of social philosophy at Adel·* : land with a supply of "our cunent And included In his denunciation phi college ; Professor Bowman. H. official magazine which contains as of the talk was Mason's comment M. Forstenzer, chief of the field denunciation o! the that many younger members of the two-fisted service division at the National Inconference were at least Wallace whole Wallace movement as has apstitute of Social Relations, Inc.; peared In any religious Journal In supporters, If not Communists and this Prof. Philip E. J acob of the Wharcountry." ton School of Finance and Commerce had tried to "take over" the session. Local Unitarian circles specat the University of Pennsylvani a; (The committee is identified by The former member of the Illiulated Mr. Mason might have Samuel Whitman, dil'ector of the "liberal" Unitarians as an "outnois state senate and one-time some connection with the exCleveland Mental Hygiene associa- counsel for several government landishly reactionary group" that trem.Jst-rightlst group mysterltion, and Winifred Fisher, f'xecutive agencies then said "We Unitarians spends its time "m aking trouble.") ously Identified as "The Comdirector of the New York Adult proclaim our liberty and broadProfessor Watson's name hit mittee ot 12." Education council. front pages 1n several timea from mindedness, but when our church They kicked up a stink at the Chairman of the conference is is used as a sounding boarrt for a 1941 to 1943 under similar clrcumatances. Rudolph Neuendorffer of New York, bold-face attack upon the n ation, island last year, the Rev. William W. Lewis, pastor of Portsmouth with Dr. Merrill Bush of the Amer- it is time we took stock of ourselves. U. S. Rep. Martin Dies called the Unltarlan-Universalist church, said ican Unitarian association as dean professor a "propagandist for Comthis morning. "I can draw no other conclusion and the Rev. Lester C. Le1vis of munism and the Soviet Union" and But Mr. Arn6ld In Boston said than that the msn entrusted with Brockton, Mass., as registrar. challenged his appo!ntment as chief outlining the 'situation' for this "I'm sure Mr. Mason does not have broadcasting analyst for the Fedconference is opposed to our Amer- any connection with it." eral Communications commission. ican ideology," Mason said. He was defended, however, hy the late President Roosevelt. I I a I I jB �Salem Minister Elected Head 9 Of Shoals Group A Salem, Mass., minister has been named president of the Isles of Shoals Summer Meetings association at Star Island. The Rev. Bradford Gale was elected president; the Rev. Dana M. Greeley, Boston, and Miss Marion McCarthy, Boston, vice presidents; Miss Irene Bucek, Boston, secretary; Miss Marion Burrage of Lancaster, Mass.. treasurer. Miss Faustina Wade of Woburn, retiring president, was in charge of the recent meeting. The season's series of Unitarian meetings came to a close last week with a banquet and traditional candlelight service In the Old Stone church of Gosport. Dwight Strong of Boston, national president of the Unitarian Laymen's league, was toastmaster and greetings were extended from the Star island corporation and the Congregational Summer conference. ATION L G ARD TA DS 'BY-In the photo at the upper left, LL Col. elson Burge {left), ommander of the 237th oast Artillery baU.alion, New Hampshire " ational Guard, shows apt. I rton F. Race (center) and 2nd Lt. Eugene Rltzo (right), bolh of · the 954.th oast rtlllery batter , a directive from higher headquarttrs. The three officers are all from PortRmouth. In the upper right picture T/5 William T. van , ' battery clrrk, i:ets i.n~truction in administration from 1/Sg t. La,1re11c oucke of J\Janchester rieft), enlisted instructor for the army, The low r photo cau,:-ht S/Sgt. Richard Parsons, supply s rgeant, as he checked o, er a shipment of new field boots. The pi tures were taken during the recent federa l inspection. <Portsmouth He,ald photos> t / / I �. )They Were 'Mud Gua i ds' **re Citizen-Soldiers *** With a*** Now *They Purpose 1 B RAY BRIGHTO *------------Before World War II they called them the "mud The Monday night drill periods are divided into classes, with the guards." · . instruction conducted ·by the "old Then came 1940, when the shadow of Adolf Hitler hands." In t heir present training was rapidly blacking out the free countries of Europe and phase, the men are being taught the fundamentals of close order they began to call them "our first line of defense,'.' Church Group Cfoses· Confab At Star Island A candlelight ceremony and speaking programs closed the 32nd annual Congregational conference at Star island over the weekend. The delegates left for the mainland and their homes on Saturday. At a Star Island guild election of drill, military courtesy, first aid and Them? * officers, Mrs. P hilip Rose of Glasthe M-1 rifle. The New Hampshire national t onbury, Conn., was named presiAt the ti me of the inspection dent. g~a rd a nd the guardsmen ftom the In the orderly room a visl or is many of the ·men h ad not yet been · 47 other states and the territories quite apt to hear some of th e old • Other officers chosen include Mrs. whose records of brilliant service unif9rmed but the "school of the fashioned "griping" known to evMathhias c. Loewe of Danbury, have .b.een well publicized. soldier" was going forward just· the ery veteran. };'artlcularly Is this Conn ., and Miss Hilda Camp of true when th e first sergeant and Since the last unpleasantness, the same . . Waterbury, Conn., vice presidents; And, although the training period his battery clerk, T / 5 William T. average ex- GI has thrown into the Mrs. Edgar Camp of Manchester, discard the un happy days of .com- ls for only two hours each week, Evans, try to wade through the secretary; Miss Mabel Steele of New bat, of "hup-hoop-hlp-haw" . . . . there were on hand the usual "left- tr l p 1 i cat es, quadruplicates and Britain, Conn., treasurer, ancl Miss "kaypee" .. . "the brass" •. .. drill {ooted" rookies memorable to every quintu pJlcates, with out ' which no Emma O. Nichols of Quincy, Mass., self-restJecting American military . . .. chow lines, and the myriad ".~teran. auditor. · things that went into the making of Nevertheless, . the sergeants are unit could operafe. ·. a citizen-soldier's daily life. At limes like these, Ch arlie · quick to defend •·our kids." Mrs. C. Faulkner Kend all of Watkins pushes back his o,,er • However, a few have gone back to "They're willing lo learn and Newton, Mass., was nominating seas cap, lights another clgaret, khaki dress. Not the whole way, but chairm an. they're tr ing, or they wouldn't and starts to sa , "'''ell, the back In to the national guard. And be here," one non-com explainonlv wav we usecl to clo It . .• Speakers in closing ceremonies InIn Portsmouth the national guard is ed. ""'e look ' em over pretty - 0;1ly ·to be 11{terrupted by cluded the Rev. David N. Beach of Bat.tery 954, Coast, Ar tillery (harbor carefully before they ge t into defense, s1x-111ch guns). Jes~ Sergeant Charlie Week , New Haven, Conn., president of the this outfit. We've turned down who wanls to know, "'''here'n conference; the Rev. Lyman V. Ruta few who would only be a The few-most of them were hell do I set up th tab! s for ledge of Dedham, Mass., the Rev. source of troub le." , members of Battiv•y D of the old coffee?" Arthur J. Snow of Stoneham, Mass., 197th CA (AAl-are the cadre The spirit at the Parrott avenue Yes, It's the army in a small way Edward A. Dame of Concord and around which Capt. 'Merton F . Race, armory ls serious. The men r ead the Miss Elsie G. Fairbanks of Mana Michiga11 native, and 2nd Lt. daily news and know f uH well that down on Parrott avenue but there chester. Eugene Ritzo, a for mer Battery D a federal call can come at any time, is purpose behind it-as each man man, are trying to build the battery. as it did for their predecessors in knows when he scans h is newspaper. Miss Dorothy Belt of We1Je3ley September, 1940. Rltzo a nd .Rade j ust shake Hills, Mass., conducted a candlelight their heads and m um ble, "I Moreover, the Idea of getting service. dunno," when asked wh y they ready and being ready · apparently went back Into the mllltary, extends to higher echelons tlJan the Th e "Camp Farthest Out" group even as fa r as the nati ona l battery. opens its week's stay a t Star island guard. But there is something this week with Rev. Daniel Bllss of Brig. Gen. Charles F. Bowen in lhe intentness of th eir -m anNew Haven, Conn., and Mrs. Agnes strongly hinted recently that the ner that belies th eir words. Joyce of Providence, R. I : heading Portsmouth battery would be made In the same circumstances are mobile. He would not commit himthe committee in charge. 1/Sgt. Charles Watkins and Supply self on . the_ type of weapon that Sgt. Richard (Red) Parsons. Both or might be issued but said the m ethem were with Portsmouth's old chanizing plans "are w1der s tudy." Battery D, and both went overseas Regardless, of the plans of the wl h It, and Charlie Watkins prob ably speaks for both when he says, "top . brass,'' -however, the outfit ls going ahead under the progra m of "I just . like It." "Wait 'ti! we get t o summer training handed down by war department directives. camp," says Parsons. But Captain Race pointed out that there was more to the story than i-VVT3a I summer camp: "We have a handful of experienced The names of nine' Portsmouth non-coms but the - bulk of our .53 men and several others from this August Krause, chief machinist's men are green and we have a·long mate, USN, husband of Mrs. Augusarea were included in a list released ta Krause of 673 Woodbury aven ue; wa y to go before we can feel ourselves '. ready for olir · primary mistoday by the war department of ser- Lt. Comdr. Harry Melker, USN, h usvicemen who Jost their lives in non- band of Mrs. Katherine Frances sion, which ·is to be a ble to take over combat activities Jrom Dec. 7, 1941, Melker, 171 Sagamore avenue· one of the Portsmouth harbor dethrough Dec. 31, 1946. fen se batteries in case of trouble." Forrest Edward SchUltz, aviation ra~ The unit was officially r ecognized The r oster Includes deaths in all dioman 3/c, USNR, son of Forrest by the federa l government Aug. 27, areas from causes such as accidents 'H. Schultz, 78 ProflJe avenue, and and disease. 1947. It underwent its first federal Ens. WilJiam Joseph Monagle, inspection a fe w nights ago. The Portsmouth men are Frans USNR, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Oscar Anderson, chief boatswain J. Monagle, Sr., of 85 Pinehurst road. Also William Scott Reardon, fireUSN, h usband of Mrs. BuJda I . An: derson, 220 Kearsarge way; Harry man 1/c, USNR, son of Mr. and Mrs. WiJiiam Bryan, chief boatswain John E. _Reardon of Durham; ChrisUSN, husband of Mrs. Katherin~ tion Hanson, machinist's mate 1/c, Bryan, 103 Raleigh way; Lt. Comdr. USNR, of Exeter and James Gar11ett, Clyde Graham Caldwell, USN, hus- Jr., aviation machinist's mate 3/c band of Mrs. Jean L. Caldwell, 1160 USNR, husband of Mrs. Prfscill; Alice Garnett of MilJ road, HampMaplewood a venue; Lt. (jg.) William ton. Craig, (SC) USN, husband of Mrs. Addresses given in the list comCora Jeffers Craig, 457 Broad street; Valmond Roger Dube, ship- plied by the casualty records secfitter 3/ c, USNR, h usband of Mrs. tion of the division of public inforDoris Dube, Portsmouth; Frank m ation, are those on record a t the t ime of notification of death. j War Department Lists A rea Non-Combat Dead I �• ~\ Tucker Resigns ,n Chamber Blast! A gloomy rccllation of lhe financial ills of lhe Portsmouth chamb r of commerce-described as too impol'erished e1ren lo meet lhe ,~eekly payrolls of its two-.member staff-was given lo chamber director by E,:erulh-e Secrelar Jame " '· 'l'uckel' last night, along with hi resignation. Lack of ~upport and participation and a "let George do it" a ltilude drrw evcrc censure from lllr. Turker as he charged that prel'ailing· indifference has prevented lhe chamber from ca, n ing on "the type of proirr'a m that would be most helpful to Portsmouth." He singled out for pccIBc criticism " everal of the community's larger retail establishments," which he said had been "closely tied in" with the former lllerchanls a ocia lion and whirh "apparently have never been reconciled to lh(! formation of a chamber of commerce." "Willingly or unwillingly," he declared, "this small group has harmed the operations of the retail division (a chamber group) on many occasions and in many \\aJs." He failed to elaborate on lhe implications of this assertion, hon ever. Ir. Tucker's remarks were contained in lhe annual report of the secretary, which the board f directors voled to accept, excluding that part whioh contained the secretary's resignation. The reslgnatlon- "lo lake effect at the earlie t connnient time"-\\ as accorded no action Chamber Begins Reorganization Period Today The Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce entered a. reorganization period today with Franklin E . Jordan act.ing as temporary secretary. Mr. Jordan said that the directors of the Chamber would meet at 8 o'clock tonight to plan the "interest" survey of. Portsmouth merchants. The temporary secretary Insisted that the future of the Chamber was "entirely" in the hands of its mem bers. "Nothing can be done to revitalize the Chamber, lf its members are going to continue their present attitude of Indifference," he said. bv the board. lr. Tucker said today, howe,,er, that he :,,.pected the matter to be brought before lhe directors at a meeting which has been called for next Wednesday night and that he would await their decision lhen. Eugene B. \ hittemorc was nominated at last n i g h t ' s meeting lo succeed George J. Scott as president of the chamber. Also nominated Tl ere lllerrill 'milh, vice president, and George R. Chick, treasurer. ominated lo the directorate were Miss largaret 1. Ballard, the Rev. William W. Le\\is, Vincent D. McKenzie, Franklin E. Jordan and Paul W. Eldridge. Only five of the 14 actlve chamber directors were present at the meeting, a fact which gave further emphasis to figures submitted by l'\lr, Tucker on lagging attendance records during the year. Terming the records as ''a barometer of interest," be cited an average attendance of 43"0 for chamber directors and 53'1, for the board of governors of the retail division. Financial handicaps encountered by the chamber, along with indifference on the part of local busine s firms and individuals, ke noted almost the J ms w. T 'KER entire report presented by lllr. Tucker. ''The financial support of ·our chamber of commerce, since its reorganization in late 1941," he said, "ha hardl been enough to cover the salaries and otht!r fixed charges." But delinquencies ln paym(!nt of salaries, he added, is "no new experience." Both he aud his clerical assistant, he said, "have continued on several ocoa ions to endeavor t-0 work for th e best Interest of your chamber of commerce when their salaries were eight to ten Tl eeks In arrear ." Because of Its city-wide significance, the full report of ··ecretary Tucker will be published by The Portsmouth Herald in Ix daily installments, starting today pn Page 7. Chamber Begins ·. 'Interest Survey Of Business Men I During a discussion of the poor / attendance of directors at the board meeting, the directors present voted 1 to have the secretary prepare an amendment to the by-laws which would suspend any director absent from three consecutive meetings without cause. ( Po~tsmouth business men will be · I asked in the near future to reply to a Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce questionnaire which Is in tended to determine "interest" In the continued existence of the agency. !l:[r. Tucker said he had "no apologies.'' for the accomplishm1mts outlined ln his report, but added, "They are small Indeed com11ared with what the organization could accomplish for this communit if personal ervice and money were available." mong the yea r's gains which he credi ted to the chambe1· were the procurement of three new industries for Port mouth; successful backing of the ew England music festival; the new city directory, a.id lo the Co111nrnnity Chest, distrib ution of literature and handling of visitors Inquiries and serving a a "clearing house" of information. The cJ1amber attained a. major objective, he said, when the city manager plan Qf government was adopted by the voters. He mentioned the crillclsm a "few members" made when the chamber s up11orled city manager hip and compared their attitude with that of the Boston chamber of commerce, which made better government one of its prime objectil'Cs, Mr. Tucker wound up his report with the suggestion of a membership campaign which he saicl "should take 11lace hrunediately. "H should be accompllshed In a thorough and comprehensive manner ln order that lhe financial situation of the chamber can be made strong and secure," he said. He specifically proposed an Increase in the chamber budget from a five-year average of 7,000 a. year to "at lea st '' 11,000. I I Chamber Wants 'frank Opinions~ Of Business Men 1 \ The questionnaire is to be drafted by Acting Secretary Frankhn E . Questionnaires asking a frank exJordan, subject to the approval of pression of "interest'• in the Portsthe board of directors, who also , mouth Chamber of Commerce were voted last night to have the acting 1 In the hands of 800 Portsmouth secretary prepare 10 basic operatmg busmess men today. pnnciples for the Chamber. Franklin E. Jordan, temporary tr. Jordan, who is et·ving gecretary of lhe Chamber, said a 'I\ lthout pa •, emphasized lo the · deacthne of noon tomorrow for redirectors that he was "actinr turn of the quesllonnaircs had been ecreta y" and had "no intrnset llon" or becoming permanent "We mu,5t have immediate action," secretary. {r J,;irdan declared, "ii the Port Eight of the 21 directors were mouth Chamber of Commerce 1 to present at the meeUng and Includ- survive." ed Raymond F. Blake, Wyman P . Enclosed w1Lh each questionnaire Boynton, George R. Chick , Mr. Jordan, William W. Lewis, Vincent D . ls a statement of the 10 ba&ic pur- 1 McKenzie, Herman Page, George J. poses of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce, and they were enuScott and Ernest O. Searles. merated as follows: J (1 ) To safeguard and lncrea e the Income of t he Portsmouth area. (2) To be representative of all types of business in the area. (3) To malntam employn1ent at the Portsmouth nava.l shipyard at a hi gh level. (4 ) To make Portsmouth more attractive •'in an era of superhigh- ways." (5) To Increase Income from wholesale and manufacturing sources. (6> To safeguard present Income through a constant search for ways to lncerase It. (7> To exploit our na tural resources. cal To capitalize on our rich historical heritage. (9) To Improve the parking and traffic situation in the city. (10/ To maintain effective contact with "outsiders" In search of Information about Portsmouth. �rastic Overhaul Of Local Chamber V oted by Directors Board Hands 'Fix-It' Task1,'lTo F. E. Jordan '° Comp! te over h aul of Por tsmouth 's "do\1'11 and out" Cha mber of Commerce was voted last night by the Chamber's board of directors and they placed the job in the hands of Franklin E. J ordan, local public relations consultant. A he same time, the board of directors accepted the resig nation of Executive Secretary J am es W. Tucker of Hampt.on. The board voiced its "regret and its deep appreciation" of r. Tucker's five years of service which will end Saturday. T h e presiden cy of the Cham b r was l eft vaca nt after E ugene B. Wh ittem ore declined the nom ination. Ho wever, Ierrill H. mllb accep ted the vice presidency a n d George R . Chick was elected trea urer. Six n w di.rectors were elecled by lhe board. They are Miss M argaret B allard, representing women; the Rev. illlam W. Le wis, professions;t! Vincent D. McK enzie, labor; Frank- j Jin E. Jordan, personal; P aul E. Eldridge. grocers: and Herman Page to fill an unexpired term. A canvass of membership opinion on the proposed reorganiza ion will be tarted Monday by M r. Jordan, who agreed to ,serve as tem porary 6ecretar:v without salary. Criticism o! M:r. Tucker was olced by at least two mem b rs who referred to he Chamber's bank balance o! 12.92. John J. H assett, a. dirP tor, contende , "Half the member do 110 , kn , 1 • u ker b sight. The situation I hop 1~ , uni s we get a. new .seer tar because interest is almost com p! lei lacking." He admitted, "Some m embers expect miracles for on!y a. f ew dollars. Bu economy will spell the end of the Chamber, just wh en we n eed an expanded program." J. D. H artford, a m ember of the Chamber, defen ded Mr. Tucker saying, "It's no t he job of a secretary to get out and sell m emberships and dues. That ls the work of the members. When the Cha mber reorganized in 1942, the seer tary then was the ty pe wh o go t out and around. He was criticized for not bel,1g in th e office." To th ls of fire re di reel d thousands upon thou and of Inquiries yearly conreming your ell~·. I nq uiri es are made per1onall , by Jett er, by telephone, &nd by wire. T hr y come from all 48 sla.te1 and fro m man y foreign countries. They cover every conceivable sub jec t. They h a.1•e lo do with all pha5eS of ou r community life-in du tria l, commercial, professional, agrlcullur al, r ecreational, socia l, 1overnmental , and political. These inquiries h ave to b an-, sl\'ered imm ediat ely, politely and intelligently. To answer intelligently, eh nl are to surv ve." it has become nece.ssary to secure Urging th a t new men be named facts , so your orga nization has beto the board of directors to assure come th e repo&jtory for a gr eat store or In format ion concerning our th e Chamber's _succ , Mr. H artford community, our area. an d our state. said he believed th e city is "overNo chamber of commerce in New orga nized." He explained t hat the same faces a ppear on civic commit. Englan d has available !or free distributi on a larger or mor e comple te I tees, to th exten t tha t 12 pe pl lice collection o! litera ture or maps 1 t han ls displayed now in your J car).'Ylng the burden for th e commucha mb er office. Every sta te in- t h e nity. ~ ~ union , a ll the provi n ces of Canada, F inally, t.h e dir e.tors acted on many of th e coun tries of sou th and th e urging of Nath a n Wells and r . Central Am erica, Cuba. and H aw aii Page that the rebuilding job be put are represented on our commodiin the h ands of Mr. Jorda n. ous racks. To say that this service ls appreciated by the people o! Portsmouth and vicinity and by ou r recreational visitors ls putting i t tmldly indeed. Therefore, your chamber of comm rce-the u noffi cial h eadquarters Ch amber of Commerce [Or our community-is a. clearingho e of inform ation . First, we clear information of specific and gener al natur e for th ousands of people who live in and a way from our city and want to know m ore a bout FRANKL! E. JORD Portsmouth, the Seacoast region and our state. Second, we clear informa• • , For lite Overhau l The Port.5mouth chamber of comtion. likewise, of a general and specThe publisher of Th Poriamouth m re ha rend red m ore 6ervice to ific n ature for thousand o! our p oHera ld decla red th e issue is much th community during the pa.5 year p! who want to know m ore about more basic than h a ctivities of than it has in any oth r similar places outside of Porlsmouth. Mr. 'Tucker. It could be traced period since ils r~organlzatlon in This is a. t pe of public service directly to a lack of enthw;iasm on lat 1941. nd this, in spite of many which ls in valuable in the matthe par of the members, Mr. Hartunl.15ual handicaps, criticisms and ter of se uring ro od public reford said. the withdrawal of considerable fi nla ti on for our comm unily. It 111 tracing lhe hi slory of th e ancial support. With the exception is n ot spec tacular, but over a prr ent lu~mber, l\lr. H artford of one lncld nt. where politics l\'Cl'e lon g term iL 11ays h andsome pointed out that even when IL involved, th wlthdmwal of financ ial dil•idend s. n indica ti on of lh e wa set up, it had to be e-sta b• support in U1 form of memberships, rrowlh of t his pha e of U1e U1.h ed In con jun ction with the has been cau ed for the most part haro ber's work I r iven by the Communit 'hest. This wa du bY the pres nt-day economic tre nd fa ct that th e ~arty b ill for to th fa ct that there was little \ f rnm a seller ' to a buyers' m ark et. po lage h as gro11 n from ZOO in support for a. hamber by itBecause of their Jack of k.nowled e 1941-42, to . 714 in 1946 -47 . ~elf, he said. conce rn ing the practical us ruin In our report on Jan. 1, 1946 we H owever, Mr. P age as rted that of their 0l\"11 chamber of commerce I\ rot , "The directors believe that " hree new members" could be plck- 1· to the community where they live the city's 'weak mayor' plan of mued on Congress str eet immediately, and do busmes.s, and Ilkewise to mcipal governm en t could and should 1f a new secreta ry was n am ed. themselres, many loca l business me11, be improved in the interest of "Currently In Tho Portsmouth Harconfront d with the neces~i y of sound economy a nd higher efficiency aid the re have been a series of ar- budgetlno; ex penditures a IIU!e m r e in the operation of city departments. tic! by a man who ls doing con- ·caref ully. 11:ill m ake th ir fil·,t so S veral mon t hs ago they voted in structlve t hmklng. I suggest that call d "savin g" by omitting thell" an !a var of a study of the ma nager Mr . Jordan be given the job of 1·e- nual membe rship fee in tha organlcouncil plan . . .The chamber invitallzing the Ch amber and working zaUon. T his ls a. short-sighted pollt>mls to continue the non-partisan out a new program." icy l\'hich will react in the Ion run study of a modem city charter for M r. Page also urged that a per- l o hei r decld ct disadvantage. A · P ortemouth. . ." centage of the dues collected from chamber of commerce m mbershlp Th ·as written over two years t h e merchants be retumed lo them I\ f e should be regarded as an inago, 11.nd during the months that ID the form of promotions and , v stm nt, In commumty welfar e h ave intervened this organization other dir ect benefits. He declared which deld.s v.•orthwhlle dividends has n ver Jost sight of that main that his store would voluntarily and not merely as a con rlbution or objective which \I as ach ieved only a raise Its membership fee t o $75 !! gi!t. few months ago. Out of a comm1tt , one third of the money was used as But, in pite of n1 ny ;ld.ssitud , \ he suggested. the chamb r has b en a bl , du1·. He concluded bl!! contention ing the past year, to render a good - 1 with the remark, " A four- lane Jy amount of s rvice to Portsmouth . 1uperhlghway ls going lo be outFir t and foremost, your chamber side our very door shortly a. nd of uommerce offic e, is In a ver y great the Ch amber had better get on degree, the unofficial "h eadqua rt h e ball If P ortsmouth ~ ters" for the community. I '47 * * * Secretary's Report In Daily Insta/Jments No 7 _':\._\-"'-_. l I I I �"When it comes to the fina.nThe Hampshire Food company, cial support of their chambers packers of fish products a.re now of commerce, the bur.ines& men employing close to 250 people in two of New England are niggardly daily shifts at their plant on the a.nd short-sighted beyond com• set up by the chamber to study this second ~oor of the three-story, 'N importa.nt nutter, grew the Portsbrick factory building a.t the Morley pare. And when 1 say ew i England businessmen', I mean mouth Civic committe , v,ohich funccompany on Islington street. Th s ju5t what I say, for we are dlftioned intelligently and efficiently in company may, at some time 1n the ferent in that respect from the behalf o{ the new and mod rn near future, be 1ocated in their own people in any other section of charter which recently was adopted plant at a new site on Portsmouth by our citizen . harbor, with a small local fishing the country. At the time of he charter refer fleet bringing the daily ca.tch of "It is a. provable fact that there endum, a. very small group made ve- , food fish directly to the company's are not a dozen of the larger buslhement obJectlon to the part which own wharves for immediate proce~- ness concerns in the six states that the local chamber of commerce si g. financially support their local cham11 played in aUempting to secure, in The Macallen company will soon bers to the extent they should, or in the interest of sound economy, a be 1n full scale production on mica the amount they would if they :were more efficient type of city governinsulation products, used in all . located in the South, th e Middle ment. Becau e of this strong ob kinds of electrical instruments. This west or the West. jection, which led to the with - ' latter company also occupies a por"I pass the direct challenge to the dra11.•al or three of the group from tion of the Morley company plant. business men of New England membership in the chamber, it 1s These two new industries should tha~. if they want indus~rial develextremely ratifying to note the add close to half a million dollars opment work done, and If they exrecent action of the Bost.on chamber , to the Portsmouth yearly payroll pect their local chambers of comof commerce. when both are on full-scale opera- merce to do it, they must give them At a meeting of the board of tion. enough money with which to operdirectors or the Bo ton organizAt present, Portsmouth has at~~.1:ay :i suggest to you business a Uon, held recently, the rollow21 Industries, including the nav~ ing "priority objectives'' for 1948 0r al base. One of these ls a bout to men here pre.sent a simple way were unanimously arlopted: (1) st withdraw and the chamber is checking up on my harsh ateEffect a better city government; ments? Alld if you find that I am (2) A four-way traffic relief pronow endeavoring to bring annot correct, 1 will willingly eat every other Industry to Portsmouth g-ram. With relation to priority one of m y words. objective o. 1, it was voted that to take its pla~e. On the other "When you return home, go to t he chamber should 11!,PIJOrt a hand, two local Industries, the your local chamber secretary and legislative bill which wo uld perNew England Fibre .company ask to see his operating budget. mit Boston to adopt a. city manand Frank Bartley and Son, From 20 years . experience, I know a,er form or government; and ' have grown rapidly during the that you will fi nd an income barely another bill for an adminlstrapast year and their expanl!l.on sufficient to cover the necessary fixUve survey or the entire city is bound to have a beneficial ed charges for rent, light and salgovernment to point the wa to effect on the community's econaries, with absolutely nothing left more efficient a nd more economomy, with which to do the work that you ical operatio11. V. P. Massaro's new manutacexpect of the organization." · This recent ac tion ot the directo rs turing building on Bartlett street The chamber's financial budof the Boston chamber or commerce will not only house hlS own· expandget is so small that no money with relation to their firs prion ty Ing cement-block mdustry but sevbu been available In the past era! other growing busmes.se.s as yea~ for printed literature. At well. This new and modern bmldthe same lime we have been lng ls but another ind1catnon of . confront d with the a b olu'te the city's mdustnal development necessity of having on hancl durmg the past year . for dis tribution many types of information concerning Portsmouth. o, with the h elp of two Your chamber o! commerce ls, pieces of overworked office expected to do commercial deve1- 1· equip m en t-a mimeograph opment work on a. budget so meager that by comparison with It, Mother duplicator and a yarityperwe have printed and in some Hubbard's cupboard would look like , the luscious larder of the Waldorf instance , bound, our own lit, hotel. In an effort to fl,!! the comerature. I pa.ratively small amount ot indusDuring the last year we have retri al space that has become availissued a folder , "Essential Facts In able in our community, (only about About Portsmouth," and distribu ted 30,000 square feet) th!.;; office reover 3,500 copies. We have also recently mailed a. bulletin to about issued ,.Portsmouth Tours" and near50 firms that ha.ve, a.t one time or ly all of 3,000 copies of this popular We h ave poin ed out many times another, expressed interest in manpublication have been placed in the In the past that there are economic ufacturing facllities in our city. hands of our recreational visitors. reasons which probably will preclude It now looks a.s If some degree of Another publication of the year Portsmouth "from ever becoming an success was achieved by the mallwhich involved considerable work "industrial city". But It may again ing, but compared with the h andand research is "The Portsmouth be stated in this regard that there somely printed, illustrated broChamber or Commerce and the a.re no good reasons why Portsmouth chures sent out by many commerSe: ond World War." should not have a larger number of cial • organlzation.s under similar Since last October we h ave Issued sma..11, highly diversified industries circumstances, our "industrial space mon thly to our members a newsof a technical nature which depend bulletin" looked cheap and ineffeeietter, which contains factual in more upon the skill of available tual. formation relative to national and workers than upon the close proximRoscoe H. Goddard, general secreworld affairs, retailing, manufacity of large amounts o! raw matertary of the Wor~ter, Mass., chamturing and busin~ in general. ials. A few more such industries wtil ber of commerce addressed the quarThis news letter, as one member make the community less dependent terly meeting of the New England expressed it, "stacks up right well upon the U. S. naval base, where the council at Manchester, Vt., last June by comparison with the Kipp!inger amount of employment 11uctua.tes on "Industrial Development in Worwidely, dependent upon world conle ter and several similar publice.;te('. In the course .Qf his remarks di tions. cations." he stated: In fact, to buy a service of this The chamber is proud to have been nature, as accurate and as timely, of material assistance in bringing rewould cost at least one-half as cently to Portsmouth two small inmuch as the minimum dues In our dustries of the type mentioned 1 above. ~~-fs~~~~ti:1ei!~ i::~ei~· . . this extra erv1ce to our members . . . . ~s app1ec1ated. In add1t1on, local in- Chamber of Commerce Secretary's Report In Daily Installments No. 3 The chamber cooperated with the H. A. Manning company during the past year In the publication of a badly needed new city directory. There had been no directory since 1943 and the many changes dwing the war years made such a publication imperative at this time. Assured of chamber support, the directory company made the several canvasses required but depended entirely on this organization for the great store of factual information relative to Portsmouth which appears in the front of the boo~. To secure the necessary facts requi red considerable time and much research work. However, It proved a profitable undertaking from a civic standpoint because the statistics which were secured, when compared with those contained in the 1943 publication, showed plainly the a.mazing growth of the community during th e period, 1943 to 1947. Obviously, it must be assumed that the 1943 directory figures are correct, but nevertheless we can vouch only for t he 1947 figures. A few of the major comparisons are as follows: population, ·f rom 16,893 to 19,500; business places, from 511 to 817 ; retail and wholesale sales, from 11 million dollars to 25 million; trading population, from 50,000 to 71,000; total bank deposits, from $29,668,825- to $32,715,613; assessed valuation, from $19,072,561 to $25,541,120; total employes in industry, from 4,375 to 6,100; total wages in industry, not including naval base, f rom 744,811 to 1,600,000; volumes in public library, from 48,468 to 56,231; postal receipts, from $108,237 to $154,303; capacity of water works, from 2,250,000 gallons to 4,225,000; total r esidence a nd business telephones, from 7,134 to 9,949; value of construction involved in business , permit from 27,600 to 482,- '47 Review * of*Commerce * Chamber Secretary's Report Daily Installments No. 2 ~t :~ 095. I Since th e reorganization or the chamber in late 1941 and the organization of the Community Chest shortly thereafber, both groups have been closely related although they are In no way officially connected. At the outset, the chambe r secretary received $500 for acting as secretary of the Community Chest in addition to his yearly compensation of $3,120, plus several extra. fees from the chamber. The present secretary :refused to accept compensation from the welfare organization when he came to Portsmouth In February, 1943, and has served for the past five years both chest and chamber for $2,600 a year, with no extras. Recently he resigned as secretary of the Community Chest, t.he r esignation to take effect this month (February). i ~:~ tororm~lilon transmitted from time time to our membership by JS means of "The Messenger," our own mimeographed bulletin. �I With each succeeding year, since 1943, a continually increasing load o! responsibility has been Incurred by the chamber secretary and staff in connection with the annual campaign of the Communlby Cheat. Thi.! responsibility made it neces- · sary last rail for the ch11mber secretary to forego his annual vaca1;1on. The yearly campaign of the Portsmouth Community Chest and work In connection with the chest budget commltbee has now become such a burden on the chamber secretary and staff, and reqUll'es so much time, that the work of the chamber of commerce must necessarlly be neglected for a period of about two months each year. Unless It is possible for the chest organization llo secure a greatly increased amount of capable and efficient volunteer service for both , supervision and work in connec' tlon with Its annual campaign, 1tnd thus lessen, tJ1e load on the chamber, there should be a complete separation of the two organizations, and this 11ep11ratlo11 should be effeclled without further delRy. The Community Chest has not yet reached I.he stage where It "runs ,I lt.sel!." Several chambers of commerce In New Hampshire have sponsored community enrollment in Blue Cross-Blue Shield, a non-profit insurance plan for the pre-payment When the housing shortage ls reof hospltallzat!on and surgical and Jleved nationally and locally, It wlll medical fees by citizens who can be necessary for the community to not qualify for the same service as make certain that the Acres propmembers of Industrial groups. As a erty remains productive from a , publlc service, your Chamber sponmunicipal standpoint and does not sored the community enrollment In deteriorate Into sub-standard teneJanuary 1947 and the reopening of ment property of which Portsmouth' the enrollment in January 1948. The possesses more than enough at plan, highly endorsed by the Portspresent. mouth hospital and by local physlWe were glad recently of an opclans and surgeons, ls operated hy portunlty with the local board of t~e ~ew Hampshire-Vermont Hos- ' health, the N. H. State Department p1tal!zation service. ' of Health and the Fish and WildAs a result of the project over \ life service of the U . s. Department 2,000 Portsmouth residents are now I of the Interior in an attempt to covered and the business of Toca! l rid Portsmouth of rats. The off!1 clals claimed that mts did an aggregate damage 1 o ca 11 y which amounted to $40,000 and that they could remedy the situation jn a substantial manner. The start has been made. We hope the campaign ':J "'\ rJ Is continued and we recently have ·1 ·✓ I been assured that It w!ll. As usual, we have during the yea.r been able to help close the "open door" of Portsmouth In the faces of a number of dif• 1/L/ I '47 Review * * * Chamber of Commerce Secretary's Report . In Daily Installments No. 4 In the five yean that the writCharles A. Stickney, the New er has been connected with the Hampshire representative of the chest, there has been raised for U. S. Department of Commerce. seven looal welfare aml youth spent one day each month-the guidance agencies, the sum of second Wednesday-at your chamapproximately $125,000 at a ber of commerce office from Ma:v cost of around $5,500 or ·4.4 %. until October of the past year. He 1 In 1942, $13,304.43 was raised held many conferences with a numwith expenses of $1,876.25 or ber of local business men relative 12.4%, This year only about $20,to their merchandising and indus850 has been raised of a goal trial problems. Although this arof $26,600, or '78%, Many fund rangement is no longer In effect, raising campaigns have been unyour chamber still has access to the successful this year for a vabulletins and all Informational matriety of reasons. A statewideerial issued by the department and campaign In New Hampshire for is glad to pass along to the departa m011t worthy cause, and conment expel'ts any inquiries or pl'obducted by one of the country's lems from local business people. best known money r a I s I n g For tJ1e greater part of last year airenolee, J1as, to date, achieved the chamber furnished office space less than 33% of Its goal. The one obstacle, which loomed so to the recruiting service of the U. S. large as seemingly to make it Im- navy and representatives of the possible to hold the festival of the navy were In the office three days a New England School Music Festival week. The Portsmouth Civic association, the Boy Scout organization and a11soclatlon In Portsmouth last May, other groups likewise use the faciliwas housing, Unless overnight acties of the office for regular and for 1commodatolns for one, two, and three nights could be obtained at an occasional meetings. Although we have not endeavaverage cost of $1.25 per nigh t, for ored to conduct any kind of a over 3,000 boys and girls, the festival clearing house for rentals, it 111 could not be brought to this city. true that a number of owners This was the problem which the loof apartments near the navy cal committee laid one year ago In yard ha\'e kept us lnform,ed of the lap o! your chamber of comvacancies, and we have been merce. helpful on many occasions to A hurried survey of local condimembers of the enlisted and oftions brought out the fact that not ficer personnel of the naval more than 2% of that number could base, and to other citizens who be housed locally and even that were desperately in need of adesmall number could not be cared for quate housing facilities which in accordance with the conditions they had been unable otherwise laid down by the festival committo obtain. tee. But the problem eventually was The chamber app reciates the Imsolved 11nd 3,137 boys 11nd girl~. chaperones and instructors, were portance to this community of the comfortRbly housed at nearby federal housing project, Wentworth Acres. A speclai committee has been Hampton Beach. The de tailed assignment.~ were appoin ted to iteep in touch with handled by this office for all rooms facts relating to the disposal of and for thousands of meals that the property, in the hope that dur• could not be obtained In this clty. ing this critical period of housing Coruiequently, Portsmouth was able shortage the Acres may be preto entertain the New England Fes- served for Portsmouth In order that tival association, with all of the at- It may continue to help to f!ll, In tendant musical pageantry and pub- a · blg way, the imperative housing need which has existed locally siqce licity. the beginning of the war. ferent types of "fakers" and have been able to advise clt.izens who have been harmed, one way and another by these Itinerant venrlors, that whether · It be stockings, magazines or other merchandise, It usually pays to trade with the home merchantt where mistakes, If they occur, can be rectified easily and where necessary changes or adjustments can be made conveniently. A special committee, headed by Raymond Blake, Is engaged In making a careful stuoy of the Junior chamber of commerce to ascertain whe ther or not the organization of a Junior chamber of commerce would be the best possible method of attracting the younger men of Portsmouth Into community service. When the chamber was reorganized in late 1941, the retail division, managed by a board of governors, was made an Integral part of the new set-up. There's nothing strange about this! B,etter than 80 % of all chambers have a simllar provision to take care of th e activities of retall members. But, while the operation of a retail division is common practice with nearly every chamber of commerce in the country, the operation of a retail division in connection with the Portsmouth chamber i5 more or less of a complete heada che. The reasons are not hard to find. Previous to the reorgaili:z:atlon of the chamber of commerce, there functioned In Portsmouth, a "Merchant's as- . sociation." Several of the community's larger retail estab• li~hments, which hacl been prominently tied In with the "Merchant's a~soclation," have apparently never been reconciled to the formation of a d1amber of commerce. · They have never cooperated flnancla.lly or in any other way with the latter organization. Wittingly or unwittingly, this small group has harmed the opera- tions of the retail division on many occasions and in many ways, . -· ..... '47 Review ...... '-- * * * ('2· . Chamber of Commerce Secretary's Report 1n· Daily Installments No. 5. In spite of handicaps, the cham- 1 ber's retail division accomplished much during the past year. (1) It recommended ten of tM 11 holidays which a1•e legal in this state, as days on v,hich Portsmouth stores should close. The one exception is election day. When these holidays fall on Saturday, stores will be open un ti! 9 o'clock the n·! ght before. When they fall on Sunday, stores will close on Monda ys. (2) The bOard of governors of the retail division helped greatly in abolishing I.he 12-minute parking meters. (3) The retail division we..s nob stampeded into the so-called "Newburyport plan." (4) The division cooperated with Street Supt. Clayton Osborn in tihe matter of making rubbish collections more efficient. (5) The rebail section has cooperated In the distributive education program which has been in• stalled at Traip academy. (6) An understanding has, been reached with relation to sales at the commissary store and ship's service store at the naval base and complete informabion obtained concerning the operation of these facilities and In regard to the patrons who are permitted by law to trade I.here. Rear Adm. J. H. Brown, Jr., the commander of I.he ba.5e, ha.,; promised to make every effort to prevent abuses in the operation of these facili ties and Is Interested to obtain any evidence of abuse which n1ay come to the attention of this organize tlon. (7) The Retail Division collected $451 which was used to make the 1 !irsb step in obtaining material a.nd supplies for a permanent Chrlstmas decoration plan for the busine~ section of Portsmouth. It l& hoped that municipal aid may be secured another year to make an even longer step in the long range plan to make Yuletide decoutioru ln Portsmouth as atl!ractlve ~ thoM In other cities of New England . · To be entirely 11ucceMful, a chamber of commerce mUst have the unselfl~h financial support and the per~onal cooperation of nearly all of It~ members. Active, 11er!ona1 participation In the &f. fairs of a. chamber of commerce usually romes about by reuon of & member's pride In his com• munlty and because of his en: lightened 11elf-intereat. • ' -------------- L. �I , our members are all proud of their historic city and they are , thoroughly aware of the fact that much of material value to the ind1v1dual ·will come about by reason of the combined activities of all. However, the record showa that when it comes to auumlnr office, aoceptlnr a directorship, headlni up a eommttte~. servinr on a committee, or attendlnr general meetlnrs arran1ed by the organization, the average member would prefer to "let George do It", He Is by all means "Interested," but he does not "have the time" or ls "too busy" or ha.a neglected his "own work Jong enourh." • In five years, over l~0 committees have been a-ppolnted, tour or five of which have functioned efficiently a.nd well. The growlnr tendency la to let the secretary t&ume the entire burden of operattnr the chamber single-handedly and alone. He aet., paid, consequently he should dO · the work. such thinking Is a fallacy. With the best secretuy that money can . buy (and the writer ftilly. appreciates that he does not belong even In the fringes of thls cate1ory) your chamber of commerce will not be successful without a far grea.ter degree of membership In• tereat and participation than It enjoys at present. t At tendance at meetlnra of the ' board of directors of ah orianl• za,tlon I• & barometer which In• ! dlca,te1 membership Interest, and here's the record over the past tour years of the percentare of attendance at meetln11 of the ' directors of the Chamber, the Cheat:board, and the Community retail per!ence. Both he and Miss Blanken- ~ . And secondly, it is practically ber1 have continued on seyeral 1- ~~~ss!~lte to obtain 100% cooper•\ A live, \\Cll fmauced Industrial occasions to endeavor to work for o n w1 h relation to store hours, r\cvelopmenL cmnmiLLee or organizathe best interest of your chamber f pen!nrs, closings, holidays, etc., 1 Lion should be i,cL up under chamber when their salaries were eight to rom ocal retail merchants. The :iu~pice~ 1.o make certain thnt our\ ten weeks In arears. ~;;tsmoutih retail group has not 1we,ent cilvrr~ifierl inctrn,Lrir, · arc th oroughly learned the great well nurtured and rared tor and tl\al The financial aupport of your ) chamber of commerce, alnce Its value of cooperative action, but 1_lh1 opport 1111ltic~ are mls~cd to atth reorranbatlon In tale 1~41, has is also holds true In many New 1r, ct more suitable lndustrh1l enterbeen hardly enourh t~ cover Engla nd communities. In 0U1er , prises to Lhe community. And Portscities . too, are .found the opinion- 1 the and ·o ther fixed ailed, the wealthy, the jealous, and mouth should make certain thai charres. It has by no means the stubborn merchants who re- the unexcelled opportunity for pub· been ' ,eneroua, Neither hu It fuse to go along with _the majority liclty offered by the governors' conbeen to ca\TY on the opinion of their colleagues and ference or early summer Is not type of prorram which mlrht who feel that they, as Individuals, , muffed. prove moet helpful to Porta• are much more Important than the Your secretary has been in Por tsmouth, The averare a,mount, retail group as a whole. A selfish ·mouth for !Ive yenrs-a period which contributed -,.early In the put mmorlty of this type is mually' ec- h_e has greatly enjoyed. He regrets five yeara, 1a $11, 6. The smallest tlve, articulate and artful. For this smcerely that It has be~n lmposslbli 93 a,mount In any one year wu reason the Influence of such a f~r him to secure a greater degre< $6,SS and the $S,l7Z, group of malcontents is di or personal service from member: 5 tionate to Its numbers andsp~opor- and a larger measure of financia We submit that In spite of the apt to be given more O id very backing for the organization . How• Jack of generous personal service than It actuall d c _ns eration ever, he Is very grateful for the opon the part of mMt of our members · Y eserves. portunlly which has been a!forcle< and not withstanding the contlnu- -- · to endeavor, wlth you, to try aiu nd Ing precariousness of the chtmber's A we would likewise th express solve numerous commtmlty problem. th financial structure, that there need our Slncere anksth to e Portsand he deeply appreciates the man' ' 1be no apologies for the accomplish- mou th Herald for e space they friendships which have been mad;1 ments herein outlined. But they are have generously during the five years he h as bee nd giventhto chamber small Indeed compared with what happenings a to e directors priv!leged to serve In Portsmontl th the organization could accompl16h a nd to many of e members who with the chambe r of commerce. · for this community If personal serv- have cooperated In various ways This reporL Is respectifully subIce and mone y were available, • wl th your secretary. milled Lo the orrtcers, directors and r With this re,port, th ere ls being , members and with It, the reslgnaleft In the hands of the dlrecLors an tlon of the secretary, to take effect outline for a membership campaign. at the enrllest convenient time. This campulgn should take place immediately and It should be accomplished in a thorough and compre1f henslve manner in order that the financial situation of the chamber can be made strong and secure. I ■alarle1 ■ufflclent larre■t, 5' '47 Rev1·ew * * Chamber of Commerce ~ Secretary' 5 Report / n Dal'/ y JnS f a II men f S ._____ N 6 _____. The budget should be increai,ed from the $7,000 average of the past five years to at least $11,000 a year and Ii should be so arranged that this Increased yearly income will be guaranteed to the cl1amber for n. period of at least five years. The time to really go after business ·,s the lime when business prqspect.s seem less bright. II, will be much ensler 1.o revitalize the chamber now than at the end of either a long or short period of complete inactivity. Now that the war is over, it shoulr\ be possible Lo conduct in the late 5 spring or e:1,rly umm er a "Portsmouth Merchants and Manufaclurers Exposilion" which prove a source o[ revenue lo should the chambrr and n. means o[ worthwhile publiShe enjoyed this type of work to city for the commu nity. The muor new member& and the other la such nn extent that she was per- nlclpnl ''community center" would t.hrOUlh the continuous operatinu fectly willing lo accept in place of provide a splendid sellini; for such a of a membership committee which the increased pay she should have venture, and along with it should contacts prospective members at received, the sense of .satisfaction go a city-wide trade promotion any and all times during the year. which comes to one who unselfishly which would materially assist the The first method 1S the one employserves his community. Her genial P ortsmouth retailers. These trade ed locally and up to 1947 It was fairand happy disposition and willing- promotion programs .should be ly auccessful. )1e5S to help will be greally missed scheduled at least twice every year. The membership campaign tailed We badly need two or three and the writer Is certain that every- \ pieces of printed literature, inln 1947 and it l:!ectme necessary to . one in and out of the. bw \nr,ss COIJl;. dueling ,i ma11 of the city and borrow $500 through President munity of Portsmou bh joins with · its environs, for free distribuoeor1e J, Scott to pay bills that him in wishing h er every happi• tion. The community also nccc\s could not be deterred before the ness in the new partnership she an inform,ition booth for operclose of the fiscal yeu, However, In is about to assume. , ation cluring the summer months addition to the loan, several hundred President George J. Scott has ancl we will likewise need lo own dollars In unpaid salaries that could taken his executive position a la rgc, lig h tcd d ircctiona I signbe defmed, were curled over Into seriously and has given much · hoa nl. for 1·ontin11011s operation the preaent. fiscal year. Payment or or his lime to promote the welat lh1· hcsl possible vanla~e the loan and of baclt salaries out fare and success of the organipoint. when the new loll roa1I ls of cunent Income, along with the zation. lie personally has complcterl. payment of current expenses, have brought in many new members once more depleted our treasury to cluring the year and his numer• the point that, while practically all ous visits to the office have ,bills have been paid, your se_c retary been helpful and heartening lo ha.. s<>ne without• his salary for the secretary and othe1· mcmtour..-.:!_e!_k~Thls Is not a, ·new ex- lr-bers of the staff. 1943•44 1944-45 1945-48 1946~47 Oha.mb. 40% 41 % 44% 45 % O. Chest 45% 42% 39% 32% Before concluding this report and R. Div. &4% 115% li0% 53% making a few suggestions as to A successful service club is usually future acllon, your i.ecretary would ashamed of an attendance percent• like to express his sincere and are which falls below 70 and mem• grateful appreciation to Miss Sylbers of one International service , via Blankenberg, who recenlly regroup may be deleted If their attensigned and has left the employ of dance record is below 60%. lhe organization to be married In • There are two generally accepted April. Sylvia was with the chamber methods of raising the yearly bud· of commerce for over six years. Her get In che.mbers of commerce. One ability was great, her enthusiasm 1& by means of a. yearly campaign boundless and her loyalty unquestloned. I l I I �Woman Heads Local Cham6er 1 ln 'Revitalization' Program Portsmouth's chamber of com-){ merce was back In business for the ti. That a request be made for/ city today with a woman-Miss space in Portsmouth's Community Helen Kelly-as its executive head . · lthough bound by tight restr!c- center for housing the Chamber of / tlons impo.~ed by lack of financial Commerce mformat10n bureau so support, the chamber decided to that this building would truly be hold fa st to its organlzational exist- a center of the city's activities and ence after hea ing Franklin E. Jor- its services be as complete as po.sdan wJirn ln his report on a fact- s!ble. finding sur vey that "once the chamber of commerce is closed, it will be 7. That plans be made for changxtremely difficult to get lt started ing the const1tut1on and by-laws of again." the Chamber of Commerce so bhat its go ·erning board would be more The election of Ilss Kelly as !!ecretary of the chamber was tr uly representative of the city as called the first step toward "reva whol e with representatives of all italization" of t he agency. She the leading civic an d service orwas chosen to succeed J ames '\V. ganizations of the city on its board. Tucker, secre tary for the past Jordan said bhat the r eal future five years, who r esig-ned three of the chamber of commerce "dew eks ago in dis a tisfactlon over pended on breaking down the barcity -Ride lndiJTerence to the riers which have separated Portschamber. mouth citizer.s into Ii tt!e groups, Chamber directors last night cho.se each working on separate but ofMiss Kelly to "carry on as before" ten duplicating projects and to with the chamber's •ork until uch coordinate these groups in to one tim e as the orga nization ls on sound represe ntative umb working for the enough foo ting to expand its activi - city as a whole." ties and opera t1ons. A five-man committee was apMiss Kelly ls a graduate of Porb.smouth schools and the University of pointed by chamber president, New Hampshire. She has been ac- George J. Scott, to assist Miss Keltive in civic work in Portsmou th for ly in organizing a program. Named many years and has been a private were Wyman P. Boyn ton, John C. Shaw. George R. Chick, Herman / tulor m Latin and mathematics. For more than fow· years she Page and Mr. Scott. handled the administrative work of the Por tsmoubh girl scouts. Miss/ Kelly has also been Interested in the historical homes of Portsmouth and ·has been employed at both the Thoma., Bailey Aldrich house and t,he Tobias Lear home. Her el ction as the chamber's first woman seer tary, followed re_port to the dlr otors from tr. Jo cl n who summar.lz d his fimlin~s In a recent urvey of "Interest" in the chamber. Jordan, who has been acting temporary secretary, listed seven points as the r esul ts of his survey: 1. That 1t 1s generally agreed that few c1tie.;. if any, have a greater need for a chamber of commerce. 2. Thab in view of the up · and down history of the chamber over t.he past quarter century that if the chamber "ere allowed to close It vould be extremely difficult to get t started agam. 3. That ib is important that the .ervice bureau, which handles some even thousand inquiries a year, be haint:tlned and that it serve as the 1eadquarters for reorganizing the :hamber on a firmer foundation. 4. That because the Portsmouth ;hamber of Commerce has no arge amount of lndustr to support t, that its future be planned on a ,udget ba sed on lhe probabilities ,f past experiences rather than uture hopes . 5. That since the naval base Ls ·, such a factor In Portsmouth's economy and the safeguarding of Income for all the citizens such a vital matter, that assistance be asked of the city in support of a chamber of commerce to compensate for the missing Industrial income. I' L/h �Local Church Council Congregational Church Open~ University of Lif Elects Slate .of ~ ~.! l ~ !c~~deacons Dr. Thomas B . Walker ·and Will, rd N. Heise~n to fill the balance o[ for three years and R. C. L. Greer was named deac. . [ the Norlh 0 an unexpired term at the annual ecc.1esiaslical meetmg c:rnrch, Congregational, Saturday n ight at the pa_r~is_11_ 11_0_u_s_c_. _ _ _ __ 11 s Grace R. Brown and Miss*Edith Brewster were elected mem- , bers of the church committee while Mr . Clinton L. Dow, Mrs. Charles L. Beaton and Leslie W. Sargent i · were chosen to serve on the missionary committee. ' Mi s Dorothy Lear wa.s named secretary and treasurer and Miss Alice Brew ter wa chosen: hisJohn R. Pearson, Jr., was named ton an. membership ch a irman of the Sherburne Civic assoc1at10n last night at 1 o elected were: Miss Lu cie a regular meetmg of that group P. Pray, 1n. Ralph Knight and during which Mrs. Don Glidden reRobert Hayes, committee on relisigned from the membership post. iou education; Dr. William At- the same time, members of the J?arrlngton, representative on the club voted to postpone a skating Demeritt fund board; and l\Irs. party originally scheduled for tolbion V. Warren, nominating morrow until Tuesday because of committee. varying weather. Sunctay school officers named Ways and Means conunittee were: Francis Hett, superinten- Chairman Fred R. Hoffmann andent ; Miss Frances Wiggin, assist- nounced his group is planning a ant supermtendent; Barbara Jones, May ball to be held at the Ports secretary and treasurer; Mrs. Ralph mouth Country club May 21. Knight, superintendent of junior Mrs. Eva Pinney volunteered to department; Miss Ruth Raynes, make sick calls and members of the superin tendent of primary de- toll road committee reported on the par tment; the Mi ses D avis, effect of the toll road to the SherUrey a nd Wilkens, superinten- burne area. Guest speaker was Miss Mitm!e dents • of kindergarten departmen t; Mrs. Albert F. Rockwell, su- Witham, director of the Portsmouth / peri ntendent of cradle roll; Leslie Rehabilitation tenter, wh o gave a W. Sargent, unit plan; John T. Til- detailed report on th e work her orley and Mrs.. Ho ward McLane, ganization ls doing. Members of the civic association delegates to Portsmouth Central church council ; Frank E. Paterson, voted to donate $5 a month to the Ralph C. Margeson, Charles G. center to "help in a small way the Emery, Mrs. Herbert Hagstrom wonderful work being done there." Mrs. Stanl ey Kalloch was refresh1 and Mrs. Perley N. S torer, members of the Every Member Canvass com- ment chairman . J, Kenne th Popham, president of th e grou p, presided. mittee. wwv,acTin ?aGbbZ-etaoinshrdluetaol A new church program entitled "The Uruverslty of Life," is to be launched in this city tomorrow night by the Portsmouth Council of Churches. 1.\Ll -,.. Initial exercises are to be set in motion at 6 pm tomorrow when parishioners of six of Portsmouth's churches gather at the North Congregational church parish house on Middle street for a supper to be served by members of the North Guild. Mrs. Cecil M. Neal has been named chairman of the supper. At 6:30 pm church members are to be divided into three Interest groups. Senior high school students 1are to go to the Middle Street Baptist church's chapel where the youth group of the Methodist church Is to be Jn charge. Guest speaker is to be Chaplain Reginald Berry, USN, of the Portsmouth naval base. Adults are to attend a class on "Undiscovered Resources of the Bible," taught by Prof. Gibson R. Johnson of the niversity of 'ew Hampshire, or to a class on " hrlstian Social Principles." Leader of I.his class will be Prof. John Rideout, another member of the ' H faculty who will speak on "Civil Llberlles." Both adult groups are to meet at the No r th Congregational church parish house. At 7:45 pm those present wlll gather at the Middle Street Baptist church for a worship service conducted by the Rev. John N . Feaster, minister of the Norbh Congregational church. Music is to be furnished by the North Congregational church choir, under the direction of Richard B. Mather, organist. Musical program will Include the following selections: "Jesus, Joy of Man's Desiring," Bach; "Grant We Beseech Thee," Snow ; "God of the Earth," Nevin ; and "Fugue in C Major," Buxtehude. Speaker is to be Dr. Frederick H. Thompson of the Woodfor ds Congregational church a t Portland, largest Congregational church in Maine. The P or t s m o u t h Council of Chw'Ches comprises the Middle I Street Baptist, People's Methodist , I North Congregational, UnitarianUniversalist, St. John 's Episcopal and First Methodist churches. As part of "The University of Life" the Junior High Fellowship of the cooperating churches · will meet at the chapel of the Middle Street Baptist Church a t 5 pm. They will be led this week by Miss Myrtle Auch, director of education for the United Baptist Convention of New Hampshire. "The University of Life" was originated by the Rev. Philip C. Landers at the Hennepin Avenue Methodist Church, Minneapolis, and became a copyrighted feature in 1938. He bas approved the program of the Portsmouth Council of Churches and given his permISSlon to use the title. Civic Association Names Pearson 1fl To Vacated ·Post I I J. KENNE H POPHAI\I JQ.(\l.~ 11 Kenneth Popham Named President Of Civic Group J Kenneth Popham last nigh t was elected president o! Sherburne Civic association at a meeting In Sherburne school. Others chosen were Mrs. John Durgin, Jr., first vice president ; Perry Pinney, second vice pr.esident; Russell Bennett, secretary ; Charles Paisley, t.reasu1·er; Anthony Colecclieo, program chairman ; Mrs. Donald Glidden , membership chall·man ; p-eorge Browning, by-laws and consti tution chairman; and Fred R. Hoffmann, ways and means chairman. Members discussed New Hamp slure's propose ct super-h ighway whi ch would link Maine and Massaclrn.setts. The association cons idered effects the highway would have on the .Sherburne area. Chang In by-laws as proposed a t an earlier meeting were approvf ed. MQvies v. ere shown by Stanley C. Kalloch. ! ; EXTENDS WELCOME-Rabbi Joseph A. Schimelman, right, pastor of Temple_Isr?-el, ext~nds a_ welcome to the Rev, William w. Lewis, pastor of the ?1'tariau -Umversahst church. Unitarian -Universa list services will be ~eld ' :1 the temple on State street starting tomorrow morning. The Universah t church was destroyed by fire last winter and the South church, ~ nitarian, i~ being renovated. (Portsmouth Herald photo) �Concert Group Begins Drive for Membership Community Concert ·Un 1~t- 4~ Slates Member hip Drive A concert b · pianist Gyorgy Sandor and a dinner for campaign workers last night marked the opening of the P ortsmouth Community Concert association 's second annual membership drive. The Portsmouth Community Concert association will open its second an nual membership drive At the same time, members of* the association elected their 1948 officers In a vote held during the recital's lnter m1SS1on Introduc d at the campaign dinner at the Rockingham hotel were Mr. Sandor, Mayor Cecil M . ea!, Mrs. Lester R . Whitaker , campaign chairman; Willard Sista Ire, campaign director representing the columbia Concerts group m New Belated donations to the ComYork; Mrs. Madeline Jackson, secmunity Chest have resulted in an inretary, and Winslow M. Bettinson, crease of nearly 2 "'o in allocations to publicity chairman. seven participating agencies, James The meeting adjourned to the w. Tucker, chest secretary, reported ,1umor high sch ool auditorium foltoday. lowing a brief discussion of the The agencies were to receive 73 "li campaign to hear Mr. Sandor preof their budget requirements when sent the third and final concer In collections totaled only 18,816. Rethe organiw Ion's 1941 - 48 series. cent contributions have brought ~he Officers elected were: amount to $19 ,553, which the Chest · at.l'rice M. Witmer, pres1den budget committee used as a basis for Mr. Bettmson nd Mrs Whitaker . figur ing new allotments. vicr presidents; Mrs. Howard P . The budget committee also vo ted Jackson, secretary, and Frederick an emer~ency sun1 of $385 to the D. Gardner, treasurer; Mrs. John YWCA for roof r epa irs ~t Its 1eetLanier of Eliot, Mrs. Henry Fuller lng yest rday at the Cha mber of of York Vlllage, Mrs. W. Coleman Commerce ofI!ce . Pearson. Mrs. Kenneth Y. Caswell . Reid M. Patterson of this city, and Herbert sessions of York Beach, di.rectors for thr ee years; Mrs. Frederick H . Marden, Mrs. E . L. evine, Mrs. Harold C. sw~tser , Rev. Robert H . Dunn, Morns C. Foye of this city, and Norman M. Leavltb of North Hampton, two years: Mrs. Harry Sullivan, Mrs. J. Walter Langley of the Dover Richard B. Mather of Kittery, Mrs. Vocational school, th e Rev. Thomas Robet I{ing, Ma or Neal. R. C. L. F. Duffy, a.ssistant pastor of the Greer and E. curtis Matthews , one Church of the I mmaculate Conception, and Owen J . Brown, foryear . mer wartime fuel a dministrator , will be speakers at the second session of the labor relatl oru school tomorrow night at the Community ce!11ber on Daniels street. The meetln i , on e of a series of 11 sessioru, will open at 7:30 o'clock. Mr. Langley, a · teaoher-coordlna.tor of distr ibutive education, will speak on · "Human Behaviour and the I ndividual;" Father Duffy will talk on "Economic Problems Are Moral Problems," and Mr. Brown, New England manager of th e Consolidation Coal company, will use as his topic ''Relations Between Management and Labor." Father Duffy is dlrecbor of th e local institute which Is sponsored by the Most Rev. Ma tthew F. Brady, D. D., bishop of the Catholic · diocese of Manchester. Che t Agenc ies Gain lncrease~a·"°'. From Donation Vocational Expert To Speak Here At Labor School rn,, 15. The fin al concert of the 1947_48 s~ason will be given the opening m ght of th e drive a nd will feature Gyorgy Sandor, pian ist. An'other series of at leash three concerts wm be presented next searnn a t th e jun io r high school audi torium . Present members of the as sociati~n are guaranteed the opportu m ty to renew th eir member~hips up to March 18 after which ~th new and renewal memberships will be accepted without preference up to the capacity of the auditorium. Mrs. Lester R. Whitaker, general ca mpaign chairman, Is com plet in g pla n s fo r th e drive which will close a turda y noon fa r ch 20. Campaign h eadquarters will be oca Led at the New 'Hampsh ire Gas ind Electric company office on Con~ress streeb. Mr. Sandor, whose concert will >egi n a t 8 : 15, is a native of Buda>est. He bega n his career at the age of 18. Th~ pianist's debut in Carnegie ~a ll m 1930 won immediate r ecognlt.1on of his artistry from the press and public. F rom 1942 to 1944, Mr . Sandor was in the army. Out of khaki , he presented two Carnegie hall recitals, a coast- to- coast tour and ret urned to Latin America for his first postwar con cer t tour. He has appeared with the New York philh armonic, the National symphony, the Philadelphia orchestra, and the National Orchestra of Mexico, A ball ot wlll be given each member a ttending th e concert on which a preference for types of concerts may be indicated. The committee wlll be guided by th e tally of these b11llots in making th e ar tist selec~io1;s for next seMon's series. j ·Labor Relations School Opens Here on H igh Note th New H amp~s ustrlal !u-.,.- ture can be regarded optimistically· Iayor Cecil I. N ea! e tend a nd a possible depression ls a "long ed gre tings to the n w indusway ofl'." trial relations school. So said Prof. J ohn A. Hogan of Purpose of t he institute was outUniversity of New Hampshire's ' Jl ned by t he R e,·. Tho)IlaS F. Duff y, economics department last nigh t a~:istant .pastor of Immaculate before 200 persons at Portsmouth's Conception church and loca l lnstlfirst industrial relations school at tu e director. the Community center. Remarks also were given by the The UNH professor, former New Rev. Francis Curran of st. Michael's England wage stabillzation board church , Exeter, director of that member and regional war labor town's industrial relations school. board disputes director, Insisted ' The school is sponsored by the greater production would result est R ev. Matthe11• F . Brady, D.D., fr om better labor-managemen cobish op of the Catholic dloce5e of operation Manchester. He suggested workers sacrifice p rt of wage increases now in d mand for fut ure social security. "There Is no reason f or pessimism about New England's industrial fu ture," he declared, "a little optimism would not hurt aL all." Professor Hogan's theme was "The Current Outlook of Industrial Relations In New Hampshire." �\\°' McNeill Succeeds hvr 2 Massey as Prexy; Staples Reelected Lewis M. "Red" McNelll was last night elected president of the Portsmouth Country club at the annual meeting of the organization held In Howard Johnson's restauran t. Mr. McNeil! replaces Frank J. Massey who was president for the past two years. Harold B. Wood of 204 Wibird street was elected vice president of the club and Charles E. staples was r eelected secretary-treasurer of the organization. Guest speaker at the meeting was A. R. "Boo" Morcom of Wentworth Acres, former University of New Hampshire pole vaulter who is one of New England's leading candidates for the Olympic team. "Boo" told several interesting stories of his trip to Europe last summer with the American track team which toured the continent. Thomas S. Marden, . one of the veteran golfers at the country club as well as a former president, was elected to the board of directors SPRING WEATHER DUE-New officers of the Portsmouth Country club are shown in the above p hoto. succeeding Paul H obbs of North Harold B. Wood (left), vice president; Lewis l\'[. McNeill (center), president; and Cl.1arles E. Staples (right), Hampton. secretary-treasurer. Reports of last year's activities were given by th e chairman of th e committees and plans for the .coming season were ou tlined by the new president. i. Mr. McNe!ll is one of the club 's leading golfers and has Jong been active in state and local events. Family Welfare Elects Officerit '1 l Family Welfare Directors ected At Meeting Here °jCA.1/iV Tweive Portsmouth Family • Welfare association directors were re- • elected for two year tenns at a meeting yesterday afternoon at the Women's City club. Named were Mrs. Samuel M. Co- 1 hen, Mrs. James M. Culberson, the ' Rev. William Safford Jones, DD., , Mrs. William Kremer, Mrs. Samuel G. Kushlous, former Mayor Robert , Marvin, Harry W. Peyser, Mrs. Fred G. Proctor, Jr., Mrs. Willis N. Rugg, the Rev. Raymond F. Smith, Mrs. Edward T. Wendell and Stowe. Wilder. Miss Minnie Witham, Portsmouth Rehabil!tation Center director, discussed work of the local agency. She explained treatnient of patients, showed photographs of equipment and work at the .institution and stressed that visitors ar<? welcome at all times. Presiding was E. Bliss Marriner. Mrs. Dorothy B. Bovard, executive secretary, and other officers submitted reports. · · Mrs. John E. Seybolt and Mrs. Norman E. Rand were in charge of refreshments. Mrs. Mary Marriner presided at a teii, table. Directors are to organize at a meeting next month. Six officers were elected at a re-· cent meeting of the-}Pamlly Welfare association board of directors. Chosen were E. Bliss Marriner, president; Dr. William Safford Jones, D.D., first vice president; Mrs. William Kremer, second vice president; Charles H. Walker, third vice president; Mrs. James M. Cul berson, secretary; and S towe Wilder, treasurer. Mrs. Dorothy B . Bovard, executive secretary, reported 49 new families applied for a~sistance ln February. Mrs. Bovard said some of the fam ilies were stricken by illness, others had unsufficient earnings or needed clinical care or transportation to homes in outlying sections or to hospitals. It was announce(i 162 families were assisted -in January, t11e largest number of applications since the association was organized in Portsmouth. _ 1 HONORED BY .EXC.H AN~;~ CLU~Mrs. Dorothy B. Bovard, general secretary of the Family Welfare association last night received a token hand-lettered certificate from the Portsmouth Exchange club for "working for t he betterment" of Portsmouth. President Robert E. Whalen made the presentation. (Portsmouth Herald photo) '3(t,\'t �Mrs. Dorothy ·B. Bovard Cited For Welfare Work The Portsmoubh Exchange club la.st night honored Mrs. Dorothy B. Bovard, general secretary of the Family Welfare a.ssoclatlon, for 'her "outstanding" charitable work In this community for the pa.st 17 years. Mrs. Bovard was presented with the club's firsb annual "Book of Golden Deeds" award and a token hand-lettered certificate at the Rockingham hotel. ir.l Scout Com;,,1ssioner m New Commi te 1 Committees for the year were ap- ary meeting at the home of the pointed when the Portsmouth Girl president, Mrs. Clifford B. Skinner, Scout council met this week at the 134 Middle street. home of Mrs. Byron Day, 46 AldThe leaders decided to obsen·e rich road. the 36th anniversa ry of g-frl Mrs James M Culberson, recentMrs. James M. Culberson was scouting by con ributing to the ly chosen as commissioner, named elected commissioner of the Portsnational clothing kits project. committee chairmen as follows: mouth girl scout council recently Each troop will be asked t o Program, Mrs. Day; camp, Mrs. at a meebing at Howard Johnson's fi ll one or more cloth lng kits to Walter G. Willard; registrar, Mrs. res taurant. be sent abroad. E. Bli Marriner; Juliette Low Other officers elected were Mrs. fund, Mrs. John L. Scott; organizaVa,rious groups from troop No. 1 Harry Downing, firs t deputy com The award is made to some tion, Mrs. Harry F. Downing and are preparing for badges in child missioner; Mrs. Walter G. Willard, person in Portsmouth who has Miss Helen L. K elly; budget, Mrs. care, under the direction of Mrs. second deputy; Mrs. Helen L. Kelly. worked for the betterment of Robert C. King ; and membership, Robert Vigneau; games, with 'Miss secretary and Mrs. Robert C. King. the community but who ha re Mrs. Wyma n P . Boynton and Mrs. Helen De Lotto; and good grooming, The new commissioner and Mrs. ceived. little · or no recogn ition . John Seybolt. Mrs. Earl Seekins. John L. Scott, retiring commissionOther committees: Tralnmg, Mrs. Robert E. Whalen, club president, Mrs. George E. Soule Is preparing er, recently attended a meebing of Ralph W. Junkins; drum a nd bugle a group of girls from troops 1 and 9 in making th e presentation said: New England girl scout executives corps, Mrs. George R. Chick; pub"The Exchange club of Ports, for three homemaking badges. at the University club in Boston. lic r elations, Miss Edna B. Willey. mouth has directed that Mrs. BoThe following troop 3 girls have Meanwhile, the Girl Scouts vard's nam e be placed permanently received child care badges: Betty Leaders asso?:iation held its Februin its "Book of Golden Deeds," as Boynton, Patty White, Jane Murone who loved and labored for her ray, Charlotte Taylor, Sarah Ludlow, community and its citizens an<i Elizabeth Larkin, Barbara Walton whose devotion to her work ha.s and Sayre Gilbert. caused great good to come to its Betty Boynton and Betty White people." won the scrapbook contest. Ann Mrs. Bova rd, In accepting the Davis, Jill Hall, Fay Zoffoli, Betty award, expressed sincere thanks to Jean Lydston, and Nancy Savageau the local organization a nd praised ha ve completed the hostess badge. the board of directors of the F amIn troop 4, Jane Aikins, Barbara Portsmouth girl scouts a long with other members of the organization ily Welfare association which has · Borw1ck, Marion Campbell, Ann throughou,t the nation will obsen•e the 36th anniversary of girl scouting fn "made my job easier for tih e 17 J Hayes, Joanne Papanelli, Virginia the United States Friday by participating in a "clothes fo r friendship" years I have been associated with Trueman, Nancy Bierce, Elizabeth 1 project. ;f the a.ssoclatlon." Collins, Beverly Fitz, Priscilla Mccaffery, Nancy Neal and Margaret Past Presiden t R ymond F. Local glr! scouts are preparing to * - - - - - - - - - - . : . . . . ._ __ R icci have received the child care Blake, toastmaster, introduced send gifts of clothing to destitute badge. Mayor Cecil M. Neal who Mrs. W. K. Fritz Is preparing a· children in Europe and Asia as a The hostess badge has been earned praised the Exchange club for group of troop 4 gi rl scouts for the yev-long project with a nationby Ann Cooney, Sandra Ross, Zoehonoring l'l1rs. Bovard. Mayor interior decoration badge. Others Jn ann Syphers, Alice Ricci, Joanne Neal also lauded lUr!, Bovard's wide goaJ of 1,000,000 garments. this troop are doing second class Cummings, Jane Millet, Patricia untiring efforts. Progress reports, mass shipments work with Mrs. Nell C. Bierce . and Piper, Elizabeth Moreau, Sandra E. Bliss Marriner, headrna.ster of and special collections are to be Mrs. Donald G. Ross. Mrs. William Skinner and Nancy Mullenix, all of Portsmouth high school and presi made Friday when the scouts ob- McKenna ls assisting Mrs. J ohn H. troop 4. dent of th e local Family Welfare asSprague in troop 11. serve thei r anniversary. ' In troop 8, the home nursing sociation, pointed out Mrs. Bovard's badge has been awarded to Sally Described as one of the most "unselfish devotion to her charitaFrobisher, Eva La(ierbush, Jean ble work." popular projects ever undertaken by Maskwa, Constance Sweebser, MarEdward V. Andrews of the New °J(). \--;, the nation's 1,000,000 girl scouts, ion Sprague, Norma Arendt an<i Hampshire state welfare depart"clothes for friendship" will Include Helena Geiger. ment, expressed appreciation for the the mending, remaking and rehabiliChairman · I ra. A. Brown of the "fine cooperation" which the agency Miss Ann Withington ls pretation of 100,000 complete wardrobes 1948 Ma rch of Dimes campaign has has received from Mrs. Bovard. paring the troop for the comof 10 garments each. They will be appointed Mayor Cecll M. Neal as/ Also paying tribute to the guest bin d requirements of the donated to foreign children between honorary chairman of the drive, it of honor was Capt. Hugh C. Flemmusician and the music apone and 14 years. The American was announced today, Ing of the Portsmouth Salvation preciation badges. F riends Service committee w I I 1 Mr. Brown a lso made public the Army. Captain li'lemlng said the ha ndle distribution. of the clothes. Troop 9 girl scouts are applying n ames of the committee who wlll club couldn't have made a. better Portsmouth girl scouts, who their knowledge of interior decoraserve with him. George A. Trefethen tion to the imp.rovement of girl choice than to select Mrs. Bovard ~ave set a goal of at least 17 has been appointed treasurer and scout headquarters, 17 Daniels for the annual award. clothing kits, will devote the Mrs. Hilda Hundley will serve as street. President Nathan Wells of the secretary. entire month of March to this Beatrice Sa chell and Sandra Port mouth Kiwanis club sent a project. Committeemen include : Francis Moore of troop 6 have received message of congratulation to T. Malloy, Ralph Atwell, Michael J. Members of troop 6 recently comscout pins. Mrs. Bovard. Whalen, Louis McNeil, Charles W. pleted work for the child care badge Shella Verna of troop 18 has been Among the 60 members and ,Gray, Thomas F. Mullen, Sr., and at a party. One group of troop 6 given her brownie pin. guests present were Mrs. Irving E. Walter F. Beevers. girls are preparing for the stageStowe, secretary of the Family Welr. Brown reported that a tencraft badge under the direction of fare association, James 0. Pettigrew, . tative program for the campaign Mrs. Paul V. Brown. Others will work overseer of the poor, and Mrs. Mary has been arranged to Include a basE. Warner, executive secretary of for second class with Mrs. C. Andrew ketball game, Jan. 29; dancing and Bartlett. the Portsmouth chapter o'f the Amentertail1ment at the USO, Jan. 30; erican Red Cross. Girls who have earned their first The Rev. William Safford Jones, a id badge include Mary Lou BierD.D., firs t vice president of the Fam- weiler, Jacqueline Black, Pauline ily Welfare association, gave a n in- Cammett, Lorraine Chabot, MarA total of $995 has been collected vocation during the progra m. 1 gue1ite Downing, Doris Finnegan, to date, Mr. Brown explained, and M!!J·ilyn Hegarty, Dorothy Mawby, to that will be ad ded the net Income 0 Irene Ramsay, Gail Schlot, Frances from the charity basketball game sponsored by the Alumni league. White, Anna Mae Soule, Sandra More than $1.000 Is expected to be Willard and Barbara Wilson. Mr. Brown said that the auction Portsmouth's contribution to the Troop 3 scouts are working for netted $298; contribution boxes, 1948 March of Dimes campaign, the winter sports badge with Mrs. $558 ; tag day, $83; clubs and lodges, Chairman Ira A. Brown reported toDaisy White. $12; and donations, $43. day. Girl Scouts Elect Slate of Officers Portsmouth · Girl Scouts To Celebrate Anniversary Neal To Head'\. March of Dimes I M~rch of Di~;~ May Net $1,000 In Local Orive':\·' - �27 Members Installed By Gold Star Chapter~($. Twenty-geven Portsmouth area '\\-Omen last night were Inducted Into ew Hampshire·s first chapter of the American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. The women took the Gold Star mother's oath during unpr essi e ceremonies at the Portsmou th Community center as more than 250 relatives, friends and invited guests looked on. Among the Gold Star mothers was Mrs. Alma Ledou,i: of 20 CornwalJ stree t, P ort mouth, who Jost two sons in World War II. Only World War I Gold Star mother to be lnltlated was Mrs. Clara J. Grover of 28 South street, this city. , After members were accepted the following officers were installed by Mrs. Stella McLean of Lynn , Mass., a national comm! btee member: Mrs. Vivian Pontbr iand, president and founder of the local chapter ; Mrs. Stella Laderbrush, first vice president; 1:rs. Sadie Han.scom, second vice president; Mrs. ) Vivian Sterling, secretary; Mrs. Grace Garnett, treasurer; Mrs. Eleanor Sandford, chaplain; Mrs A.nn0, Hersey, sergeant-at-arms; Mrs. Madeline Eaton, cusbodlan of records ; and Mrs. Regina Birt and Mrs. Helen Fitzgerald, color bearers. Mrs. Sterling and •Mrs. Garnett reside in Kittery, Mrs. Hersey Jives in Eliot and the other officers are Portsmouth residen ts. A&&isting 1\Irs. McLean was Mrs. Ella Douc-eUe a lso of Lynn, l\laasachusett1 department sergeant-at-arms. Por tsmouth officers took their cha irs after the ceremony. In addition to officers the following other members were inducted RO P-Officers of the Portsmo uth chapter of th e by Mrs. Katherine KelJey of Cammerican Gold Star J\lot hcrs, Inc., were installed last night during impressive ceremonies at the Portsm outh bridge, Mass., custodian of records Conununity cen ter. First row, ll'ft lo r ight, Irs. Vivian St rling, secretary; Mr . Stella Laderbush, firs t vice for the national organization : president; Mr . Vivian Pontbriand, pre iclent and organizer; Mrs. Sadie Hanscom, second vice presid nt; and Mrs. Ledoux, Mrs. Grover, Mrs. Mrs. Iadeline Eaton, histo ria n. Second row, left lo right, Mrs. Regin a Birt, color bearer; Mrs. Anna Hersey, Allee M. Chamberlain, Mrs. Mary sergeant-al-arms ; lHrs. Eleanor andford, cha 11lai11; Irs. Grace Garnett, t reasurer ; and lrs. Helen Fitzgerald, C. Joyce, Mrs. Jennie J. Anderson, color bearer. Mrs. Beatrice A, Ryan, Mrs. Maude Mrs. Vivian Sterling gave the _ _ __ _ _ __ G . Renner, Mrs. Margaret E. Burns, chapter a Bible in m emory of her ther Invited guests "!\ere : Mrs. ora M. Fetter, Mrs. Ethel &in, Benjamin Burns who was killed ommandcr eorge E. Frost and Harrison, Mrs. Blanche L. Hunt, in action in World War II. Other Fred a Flanni an of Emerson Mrs. Lillian G. Goss, Mrs. Grace gifts included an altar cloth and t wo Ho ,•ey Veterans of F'oreign Wars La Carva., and Mr.s. Margaret E. gavels. Post No. 168 and auxill ar;y, Phillippe all of Portsmouth, Mrs. Invited guest.! were Gov. Charles Commander Walla ce Piche of Persis Younger of Eliot, Mrs. Ne111e M. Dale, Mayor Cecil M. Neal, City the Veterans of Foreign Wars Groves of Rye and Mrs. Ruth Hay- Councilman Mary C. Dondero, Cha.ppost of K it tery, Commander den of Greenland. lain c. Vernon Northrup of the 1' alter Johnson and Pre ident Four other Gold Star mothers, Portsmouth naval base, Col. Nelson Pauline Con lon of , rank E. Mrs. Mabel P. Dorne , Irs. Birge, commanding officer of the Booma American Logion Post F;U.zabeth T. Monagle, ln. Dora national guard, Chairman Carroll No. 6 and auxiliary, Commander M, Thorne and Mrs. Clarell R, H . Sterling of the Kittery board of Ernest Hutchins and President Lovejoy, are to be accepted at Eoelectmen, P ast National President lllarie Brousseau of Wallinga. later date. Mrs. Hilda Hundley of the Navy ford-Harris American Legion The Portsmouth Service Mother's o t and auxiliary of Kittery. club wa.s in charge or decorations ' Madeline Forest of bhe Lynn Un~ted Slates coast guard au x1llary and refreshments. Mrs. William Wives club, Mrs. Maybyn Barnett, Murray, chaplain, and Mrs. Samuel national representative of the Fleet chapter of the America n Gold Star . flotilla No. 301, ServiJJe Watson, Cresta, president of the club, di- Reserve association, Supreme Dep- Mothers, Inc., Commanders Edwa1·d Madeline Eaton and Mrs. G ordon rected the organization's activities. uty In~pector Rex R yan of Seagull I G. Dunn and Jennie Anderson of Renner of Gordon Renner post Mtss Ursula Birt played piano selec- Pup Tent No. 2, Military Order of the Disabled American Veterans auxiliary No. 2, Commander Wiltlons. · the Cootie; President Mrs. Ruth post and auxiliary, Commanders 11am G. Spragg and President Julia Many military and civic orGlidden of Storer Relief Corps No. Royal S. Rose and Freda Rose of White of F'leet Reserve associat10n anuatlons in the Pommouth 6 Women·s Reli ef Corps, Command- the Disabled American Ve terans Branch No. 7 and {!Uxlliary. 1 Mrs. Ka thleen Mullen of Con- I area presented [rs. Pontbriand er Jetta E rnest and President Eliz- post and auxillary of Kittery, Chief 11,nd her fellow Gold Star a.beth Battick of Winfield Scott Grayback Priscilla Blanchette of cord and Mrs. O. E. Brol\•n of · mothers with gifts, . financial Schley, United Spanish War Ve ter- the Military Order of the Cootiette Hamp ton, who are attempting to 12 0, Howard V. Robbins of organize Gold star Mothers chapdonatlona and flowers. ans Camp No. 4, and Commander No. Charles Gerry and President Mary Rockingham County Voiture No. 70 t ers In their respective communiCurran of the United Spanish War of 40 and 8, James E. Garnett of ties, also were among invited guests. Vo!ture No. 374 of 40 and 8, Belle Mrs. Pontbriand reported that the Veterans Camp of Kittery. Varney of Rockingham County Service Mothers club had donated Salon No. 264 of 40 and 8, Com- 15 for the local chapter's charter mander Raymond G. Pettigrew of , __:1ayment. _ _ _ _ _ _ __ �=---- - - - - - - --.._.::b2' Women Voters Discuss N\JT~ ' Recreation a I Facilities _ A resume of recreational facilities in Portsmou th and a report on courts and jurors concluded a series of study and discussion meetings on "Know Your Town" by the League of Women Voters of Portsmouth at a meeting last week In the North church parish house. Mrs. Charles Fullford, In her talk on recreation, stated that besides the playgrounds connected with each Por tsmouth public school, there are four public playgrounds and five parks located in different sections of the city. She also mentioned the need for additional space and shade arounn some school buildings. Local Women Voters Cite d]a»1. .JI Need for More Houses munity center, properly chaperoned, fill a need .for m·any of our young people, Mrs. .Fullford reminded her listeners . . .. · Special mention was made of the newly tiecorated children's room at the library and the increase ln juvenile reading. Mrs. Normand Michaud spoke on "District, Superior and Juvenile Courts." She told of the functions and jurisdicbions of each, how judges and prosecutors are chosen, the differences between grand and peti t juries, how jurors are selected for duty, the difference between criminal and civil · suits tracing the steps in conducting each, Aualiflcations and duties of probation officers and what legal aid is provided for the needy, Mrs. Harold Woods of Portsmouth led a discussion on "Housing and Living Costs ln Portsmouth" at a meeting of the League of Women Voters Thursday a t the North church parish house. - - - ------* as f;;~ffe-! tt The speaker pointed out that s~•imming, tennis and skating al o are available as well as commercial amusements such as motion pictures, bowling and roller kating. The weekly dances at the com- ROBERT E. WHALEN Local Red Cross Heads I Red Cross Names Robert E. Whalen Drive Chairmo 1~ l Hear Progress Reports A meetlnp: of t.he board of directors of the Portsmouth chapL r, Amer- "The .need for more low cost houses for rental is apparent," Mrs. Woods said she estimated bhat 50% of the city's families rent their homes. The rest own their own houses. · Mrs. Woods explained th at quarters -for people at Atlantic Heights and Wentworth Acres do nob fill the demand. . "Portsmouth has no so-called slum-clearance project, but many of the houses for rent cannot meet requirements for a decent standard of living," she explained. · The high cost of living and the reasons for it were discussed by bhe members who agreed that at least 50 % of t he salary of an average wage earner must be spent for food. The remainlng amount, they determined, has to be divided for food and clothing, -house rent or upkeep, leaving little for sickness and emergencies, . recrention, church dues or obher civic interests. Mrs. -Charles -Fullford will speak on · recreationa-1 •facilities a t t he next meeting . of the study group Thursday, Feb. 10. - Red Cross Drive ·Reaches $2,1 36 10 ican Red Cross was held at the court house Wednesday with Mrs. Alvin F . Portsmouth's chapter of t he AmRedden, chairman, presiding. Robert E. Whalen of 43 Whipple erican Red Cross today announced court has been named chairman P resent were: Mr. Redden, M r s . * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - $2, 13 6 of the $11 ,900 local campaign of Portsmouth's 1948 American goal has been collected ln the first Gordon D. Hislop, Mrs. Edward T. , fin~ . They were compl!'Lely clothed l0 days of the drive. • Red Cross drive. we1~dell, Mrs._ P aul_ Slawson, Miss! and basic maintenance given until Drive officials also announced Manon Call , Miss Rosanna O'Donog- , · Mr. Whalen, who ls president of .. hue, John c. van Metre, Mrs. fa'.11ily allowance checks were re ~embers of the chapter's OrganizaPortsmouth's Exchange -club, was tion committee. They are Mrs, GorCharles Brewster, Mrs. A. C. Warner, ce1ved. appointed to direct the local camdo_n Ta.sk, chairman; Mrs. Walter the Rev. Robert Dunn, George . . paign ab a recent meeting of the Miner, Mrs. Gordon Aston Mr TrefeLhen, Henry Ti!Lon, Mrs. Wil Mr. Dunn presented h1.~ views on J local chapter's board of directors. Thomas Moore and Mrs. Chari~ liam Page the Rev. John Feaster :t Junior Red Cross program, and a The Portsmouth drive to raise Dunton, James Joy'ce, Mrs. Charles Bonne; general discussion was held. $11 ,900 of the nation's $75 ,000,000 A Red Cross official said the drive or Greenland, and Mrs. John Willard Mrs. William Page of New Castle, quota ls to begin, March 1. l , to co~tlnue until Apnl a nd £hat of New Castle. chairman of community service to An honorary chairman and other p1esent Inclement weather; wa beMrs. Wendell, treasurer, read her cam ps and hospitals, reported that conunlttee members are to be namlieved to be slowing solicitations and report, and also advised the group the Unitarian-Universalist women ed later this week, contributions. that Lynn Sanderson has completed made 10 dozen cookies for the cookie an aud it of the books and has found jar at the P ortsmouth n aval hospital for Ohrisbmas. Filled Christthem in order. mas s tockings were donated for paMrs. Cha rl es Brewster reported tients by the following, organizaon first aid :rnd water safety. Swimming certificates have been 1 tions: issued fo r th e co min g yeat· lo 1 Lion's club, Wo111e11's City club, Members of the retail division Junior Women's club, st. John's ·l'tiiss Anne T. Melker, Thomas committee for the 1948 . Red Cross auxiliary of st. John's church, and A. Cu llen, Miss Barbara J-1, the Zeta Alpha club of the Baptist drive here were named today by Nevill,., Miss Janice A. Russell Robert Whalen, Portsmo'uth chapter church . .tnd Robert A. haincs, all' of Fifty baskets of greens "'ere filled I chairman, who said more than $700 whom ser ved as instructors at for the hospital by the Por t.smouth was collected yesterday when t he tlte municipal pool in 1946. G a rden club. At the request of Mr. drive opened. Mrs. Warner, executive secretary, The committee includes: La.wrence Luther, American Red reported on the activities in home Raymond F. Blake. chalrm n: Cro,ss field director at the U. S. Disservice during December. More than ciplin ary barrack, 75 Christmas John McDonough, Valentine Lear, 130 clients were given service durpackages were donated by th e fol- William MacQuartters, Frederick "As governor of New Hampshire ing this p riod, and $498.55 was exGardner'. Herbert Fuller, Emerson I am, therefore, glad to again enpended to the families of active lowing Red Cross branches: Spinney and John Scott. North HampLon, New Castle, servicemen and veterans, she said. In a statement concerning the dorse the Red Cross program and I Greenland, Rye an-d Seabrook. express my hope that citizens everydrive, Gov. Charles M. Dale said: Mrs. warner also reported on her where wlll support this call for funds attendance at the December meetin full' appreciation of the fact that ing o! the Ministerial association the benefits from the Red Cross to v,hich all social case workers in program wlll reach into every comPor tsmout,h were invited to give a munity o! our state." brief ou tline of their work. Mayor Cecil Neal is expected to issue a proclamation on the drive shortly, I I Red Cross Dr1ve2., l Nets $700 Amount I �s~ ty\lf • 1 Rotary Observes .25th Anniversary A Ladles night program marked the silver anniversary of the Portsmouth Rotary club last week in the Rockingham hotel. Three charter members, James A. Borthwick, J. Verne Wood and Frank E. Brooks, were present; a fourth, Arthur. B. Duncan, was unable to attend. Dist. Gov. Roy ollett of Old 'I'own, 'le., was a guest speaker. He described the fo unding of Rota ry 43 yea rs ago and reported that today there are more than 300,000 Rotarians all over the world a nd 6,900 Rotary clubs. Past Dist. Gov. Robert Hill of Salem, Mass., who instit,uted the local club 25 years ago, declared that it ls the duty of Rotary to work fo r understanding in the world in an attempt to prevent another world war. "The solut10n can be found in groups and communities all over the world taking action to prevent Lhe potential destr uction of our clv!lizat.ion. By spr'eadlng this doctrine all over the world our contribution lo the future peace of the world ca n be attained," he added. Past Dist: Gov. E. Curtis Matthews of Ports1uouth told of plans for the 193rd district spring conference to be held May 30, 31 and June 1 at the Hotel Wentworth, New Castle. George A. Trefethen, president of the club, welcomed guests and telegrams of congratulations were read from Robert E. Whalen , president of the Portsmouth Exchange club ; ,- I William O'Brien, president of the Newburyport, Mass., Rotary club, an d Berlram T. Janvnn, a member of the local club no w vacationing in Florida. New charter member pins were presented by Dr. William Farrington, chairman of the club service committee. An anniversary cake, made by Willard N. Hersey, a member of the club, was cut by Mr. Borthwick, oldest of the cha rter members. Women guests were presented silver match holders in recognition ot the 25th anniversary. Storer Relief Corps Installs Officer;·°'· Mrs. Ru th Glidden was Installed 169 Hunking street: A covered dish president of Storer Relief corps No. dinner will be served a t noon. l 6 at a meeting Wednesday in GAR. held at the home of Mrs. Wakefield,: hall. Mrs. Gertrude Guptill of Exe- 1• I ter was installing officer. ..,, ,.., •.r i-r~.-·., , Others inducted were Mrs. Edith .f "" ·· · •;:-O'Harra, senior vice president; Mrs. Katherine Woods, junior vice pres1dwent; Mrs. Sadie Metcalf, treasurer ; Mrs. Ruth M. Wa kefield, secretary; Mrs. Pearl Alvey, chaplain; Mrs. Florence Richardson, guard; Mrs. Hattie Bryant, conductor; Mrs. Elizabeth Furber, assistant conductor; Mrs. Nellie West, patriotic instructor; Mrs. Wakefield, press; Mrs. Jennie Emery, Mrs. Alice Laskey, Mrs. Ida Moore and Mrs. Annie Watkins, color bearers. The next meeting J an. 21 will be ~~ NEW HOME FOR BATTLE FLAGS-Councilman Mary C. Dondero (left) and Miss Edith Paul (right), hold time-stained banners which have b~en moved to a new display case on the second floor of city hall. The 31-starred flag held by Mrs. Dondero was the Civil war ensign of Portsmouth's Goodwin Guards, which la ter became the n ucleus of the 2nd ew Hampshire regiment. Miss Paul displays the Storer post, GAR, recognition flag. The flag resting against the wall was used by the Storer post in its last parade. (Portsmouth Herald photo) Women's Clubs Initiate Forum ·1'' On DP Problem Representatives of Portsmouth organizations will meet t.omorrow at 2 pm to discuss plans for · a forum on the problem of displaced persons in European concentration camps. The meeting will be held in the YWCA. · Initial arrangements for the sessions were made last week by delegates from nine women's organ!za ions. Two bills, now before Congress to solve the international emergency, were selected for study and actiorf to support these measures was discussed. Delegates from men's and women's organizations will participate. Mrs. Laura Sumner, president of the Portsmouth League of Women Voters, presided. Others present were Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, Portsmouth College club; Mrs. J ohn N. Feaster, .Pederated Ch urch Women; Mrs. Dorothy Paterson, Business and P rofessional Women's club; Mrs. Clarence Sanbon1, Women's l City club; Mrs. s. Gordon Task, . Women's Communit,y council, Mrs. 1 Gordon Aston, YWCA; Mrs. William Murray, Catholic · Daughters of America; Mrs. Harold Mellion and Mrs. Robert Gould, Council of J ewish Women; Miss Lucie P. Pray, League of women Voters. �YWCA-Reelects Mrs. Pickett President lo.cal y wCA Asks Nat·1onal Aid edM;:~s~·e:al~f ~~:etPo;t:~~~i~YWCA at a meeting of the board of director held this week. The nominating committee, Mrs. - -- - - -Katharine S. Hill, chairman, also A . budget and fina ce g ucty of){ 3,253 or 17 '1. . She said this bring brought in the names of the follow- Poroomouth's YWCA operations by I of s , Nlchola Greek Orthodox the total anticipated 1948 budget o Ing officers who were elected: Mrs. national as.socia ion experts Is l-0 \ church, Mr . Pickett, Miss Alice ~9.852 to SS.648 . Brewster, Miss Skofield, Mrs. Hill John Parkhurst, first vice president; begin next month. Mlnute.s of 1947 annual meetmg an d iss Laura A. Haines. Also Mrs. Robert King, second vice presiThis was announced last night , were read by Miss Skofield. present were City Councilman Mary dent; Miss Frances Skofield, secre- by Mrs. C. Waldo Pickett, local An nl rt inment program Inc. Dondero, the Rev. and Mrs. Robcl uded severa l selectio ns by tary; and Mrs. Hill, treasurer. YWCA president, at the organizaert H. Dunn of st. Joht1's Eplsco1 Portsmouth high sc hool girl's Mrs. Pickett appointed the mem- tion'.s annual supper meeting at pal church a.nd the Rev. and Mr11. bers of specific responsibilities for h glee cluh uncl er t he direction of parts of the work of the YWCA as the Rockingham hotel . More t an Edward H. Brewster, D. D., of First David ush ious. Thos pr ent follows: Mrs. Gordon Aston, chair- 100 member.s and guests wer presM thodist church. parUclpatecl In co mmunity singman 6f public affairs ; Miss Edith en ·· I Mrs. Fob , national YWCA board ing accompanied by l\llss Lois Brewster, chairman of membership Mrs. Picket made the disclosure member and presld n o{ Greater Webber at the piano. committee; Mrs. Bradley Clark, in her annual report and said two Portland council of Social Agencl The glee club sang "Inlo The special resource on the residence; national YWCA repres ntatives are t.poke on the topic "Today's World Night," "The Orchestra Song," Mrs. Horace Gray, co-chairman of to begin work In this city Feb. 9. and the YWC ." \ "Love Walked In," and "Jericho." finan ce committee; Mrs. Al bert Heerequest for national aid fa or 'eal welcomed th I Mrs. Pickett and Mis.s lice L. ker, chairman of personnel comwas made, a cording lo 1n, ra therlng In behalf or th I Brewster, co-chairmen, were asmittee; Miss Margaret . Hickey, Pickett, when the local house city and aid h had "great resisted by Mrs. · . A. Ladd, Mrs. Archair)'Oan of young adult commit·committee fo und It wa having spect" for the Porte-mouth thur Weeks, Mrs. King, Mrs. Flortee; Mrs. Hill, treasurer; Mrs. King, d lf f 1 cu It y maintalnlng th ence Warry, Miss Edith Brewster, YWCA. Father Tsaknld gave an lnvo- 1 Mrs. Perl y Armitage, Mrs. Walter chairman of public rel ations com- ' Portsmouth YWC wh ich has cation and the R v. Mr. F easter · Rowe and l~s Ruth Pierce. mittee; and Miss Anna K ushious, be n lived In ontlnuously 5J11ce Door hos e11Ses were Mr . Brlskay, special resou rce on min_o rity g:i-oups. Jl was built In 1758. led benediction. Theme of a buslnes meeting was ,tr . Ph illip Brnne , Miss SchurMrs. E. A. Ladd, buildmg mamten1:rs. Pickel said a report t-0 the "Significant Tren~ of 1947-Indi- man and Mis Peggy Taccetta. ance committee; Miss Dorothy Mc- board of committees la.st month reTable haste es were rs. Frances eatlng Dir tlom for 1948." Laughlin, in charge ·of volunteer ealed that "thousands of dollars Mrs. Hlll In submitting the treas- Beals, Miss L11cie Pray. Mrs. Tao recruit ing and training; Mrs. Park- are needed to mee t even th e accepturer'11 summary report said total Kalvig, Miss Vourves, Mrs. Gordon hurst, chairman of nominating ed minimum sanitary, conomlcal nd xpenditur w re Task, Mrs. Hill, Miss Pa~lme Gray, Co mmittee: Mrs. Clifton Ra nd . and a tractive stan d ar ds f or good,, \ 1947 receip chairman of committee for teen- housing and worthwh 11 e progra m · v1rgll, Mis 9,628 She rep-0r ed the local YWCA Miss Hick ~, Mis agers; Mrs. Walter Rom , act)ve on received about 37~ of Its 1947 in- Marlon Furber, Ruth Blakt>ney, Anna 1 membership committee. Mrs. Pickett expressed apprec acome from the Portsmouth Com - Stonehous and Mrs. Yam Tom. Mrs. Edward S. Seavey, active on tlon for a Portam9uth Herald edl- 1 mun! y chest and 39'1, from resl - \ Miss Furber directed Y -Teen building maintenance committee; torlal which praised a Hanging or hostesses. dence lncomr. Miss Skofield, Mrs. Elery Smith, the Green.s program R the PortsMrs. Pickett gave recognition to The 1948 alloca Ion from Comchairman of building maintenance mouth YWCA last monlh. munity Chest, according to Mrs. I Miss Helen Pickering, a charter committee; Mrs. Harlan Talbot, acFourteen members were elected Hill, has been cut from 4,457 to memb r of the local YWCA. ntive on the building maintenance and three others reelected to the other original member, Miss ar committee; Mrs. John Van Metre, board of directors for three years. Hartis was not pre en . special resource on individual serNew board members Include Mrs. vices; Miss Georgia Vourvas, active Marjorie Aston, Miss Edith Brewon the young adult committee; Dr. ster, Mrs. Isobel M. King, Miss AnCornella Walker, special resource on na. Kushlous, Mrs. Marlon Parkrecreation and health; Miss Fran- hurst, Miss Dorothy McLaughlin, ces Wiggin, co-chairman of the fin - Mr . Louise Rand, Mrs. Frances ance committee; Mrs. Cedric Wood, Rowe, Mr11. Be.s.sle Smith, Mrs. Eve active on building maintenance VanMetre, Miss Georgia Vourva.s, committee; and Mrs. Sarah Wood- Dr. Cornella Walker, Miss Frances T he Portsmoubh Women's City city as well as the general public son, chairman of world fell owship Wi1;gin and Mrs. Sarah Woodson. club-founded in 1920 by Miss Mar- is invited to attend. Miss Margaret ' interests. Reelected were Mrs. Helen Clark, tha Kimball-last night marked its Simpson of the drama and literaMiss Esther Brlesmelster of the Mrs. Mildred Gra and Mrs. Ar28th anniversary with a party and ture department, is program chairnational YWCA staff along with d Ile Ladd. musical program at the R-Ockingham man. Mrs. Pickett, led a discussion of the mbers continuing on the board Charter members of the club who hotel. plan and purpose of the Portsmouth are Mr . Rena Hecker, Miss Marwere unable to attend la.st night Mrs. Hyman Freiman told of "The were Mrs. Elizabeth Briggs, Mrs. YWCA--of the immediate problems garet Hickey, Mrs. Katherine S. Life of Chopin" assisted by Harry Edith Badger, Mrs. Georgia Lear, • Hill Miss Frances Skofleld and Mrs. Buitekan, pianist, and Mildred Mrs. Agnes Smith, Mrs. Elizabeth of finance and property which must ' tt Plcke . b e me t . Buitekan, cellist. Retlrln boa.rd member are Miss Borthwick, Miss Margaret Leach, It was voted to turn over the three L Bg t r Mrs lb rt BrlsEleven charter members were Dorothy Philbrick and Mrs. t' t t t lice . rews e , . Isugges ions o map ou a once a kay Mr . Marian Schurman, Miss seated at the head table with club Miss Ruth Tucker. program for reorganization and ex' Vi 11 Mrs Frank Bickofficers. They were Mrs. Florence pansion for the local YWCA to the Elizabe th rg • · . • , f Ord Mrs Thomas Wiggin, MIS, Cummings, Mrs. Agnes Dolan, Mrs. execu ive committee and the fina nce ' •d Miss Dorobhy Elizabeth Connor, Miss Charlotte committee. Their recommendations Verne An erson, Wright, Miss Katherine Mahoney, will be submitted to the March board L ar a'.1d M~r Robe:t :~~esThanMrs. Violet Small, Mrs. Margaret meetlng. Election te ers were •. nle w . Brown, Miss Virgil and Corey, Miss Florence Hewitt, Mrs. Mrs. arkhurst. Nine y-five ballots i Sarah Piercy, Mrs. Lillian Cohen ere ca.st, three were void and 92 and Mrs. Alice Barrett. r ecorded. Each was introduced and was Seated a.t the head table were presented a red rose from the table ayor Cecil M. al, Mrs. Theodore centerpiece. B . Fobes of Por and, guest speaker, The club also was federated in the Rev. and Mrs. John N. Feaster 1920. It boasts 273 members, 26 of of North Congrega.blonal church, the whom were Initiated last October. Rev. and Mrs. Nicholas Tsaknldes The organization, which also publlshe.s a year book, holds Its a nnual meeting the first Thursday In May. Mis! Elizabeth Yate.s, authoress, will be the speaker at the open meeting Jan. 22. All teachers of the I [Women's City Club o ~s 18th Anniversary Here\ I I �Sullivan Bridge Tolls Seen Free !~,~~f:\!;:!~!~~; be toll free on Sept. 1, 1949, five years ahead of schedule. State Highway Commissioner Frederic E. Everett explained today that he planned to ask the next session of the General Court to "free" the bridge when the final payment on the bonded debt ls made on that date. He said that only $150,000 remained to be paid of the original $950,000 debt, to \ hich was added $40 ,000 for the purchase of land used in the approaches to the Ge'n eral Sullivan and the Alexander Scammell bridge at Durham Point. In operation since April, 1933, a total of 1,506,206 has been collected In tolls at the bridge, or earl average of $100,000. Expenses of operation have been 226,856, leaving $1 ,277,372 to be paid toward the principal and the inter- I est on the principal. Winfield J. P hillips, chief accountant for the State highway depar tment, f urther explained that the bonds for the bridge were re "FOR SAFE DRIVING, MR. MAYOR"- So explains Kenneth Day, left, Portsmouth High school instructor, funded 111 1943 m the amount of to Mayor Cecil M. Neal (right), as they examine the new dual-control automobile the school will use for driving I $300 ,000. instructions. Mr. Day is to conduct the classes for which regular high school credits ·will be given. (Portsmouth Payments on the principal of . the Herald photo) re(un.ded bonds were begun l'n I Stu ent Driving· Co~r~e . ·th G·ft ar Sta rt I _ I. . C . _. To J W I An automobile drivin~Ul'se forit is to be in-\ high school students t P tsmouth nd augurated Mo ay a or Senior high sobool. Final plans for the special course were completed yesterday when the American Automobile association (AAA) and an automQbile manufacturing contpany prese~ted Portsmouth city officials with a 1947 automobile to be used by train~es. The vehicle equipped •with du al controls, was' turned over bo · the Portsmouth school dep!\,J:tment ab ceremonies yesterday afternoon at the Taccetta Chevrolet and Oldsmobile, Inc., 69 Albany street. Vincent T accetta, presidenttreasurer of the local firm, presented . the keys of the car to Mayor Cecil M. Neal who later turned' them over to Sobool upt. Raymond I. · Beal. Kenneth Day of ·Kittery, _Portsmouth high school English teacher is . to serve as instructor . Superintendent Beal said 16 girls and- 8 boys haq enrolled in the course which will extend to Jup.e. . I ~~~:. and to date $150,000 has been Phillips al5o explained that the difference between the bonded indeb tedness of the bridge and its neb revenue of 1,277,856 had been placed m the sinking fund to aid in meeting in terest pa yments . :Ir. El'erett also reported that he had been approached recent1 bJ tate Sen. Rae . Larab of Portsmouth who was intereBl.cd in fr eeing lhe bridge from tolls. He ntphasized, however, that the bridge would be 'toll tree·• on , if the legislature agree., to the proposal and if It does not encumber lhe bridge with fw'ther Indebtedness. $287 ,372 990,000 I · Because ·or a grea~ demand ffor_ th ~ course, Mr. Beal said he was orce to li mit instl"Uctions to senior class members only. He said there Is a possibility that t,wo classes will be instituted next year to enable 0th er high school students_ to participate. T he school department, Mr. Beal said, m ay use the au tomob~e ~or an eight-m onth period or until it has traveled 8,000 miles. When the course is completed, according to the school official, the automobile will be _returned to th~ donor and replaced by a n ewer model. _ Regular high school oredits are to be given students who complete the course. Trainees must be 16 years or over. �--------------- -~5b STATEMENT OF CONDITION OF Portsmouth Savings Bank PORTSMOUTH, N. H. at the close of business December 31 , 1947 'Jiq ' RESOURCES Book Values Cash on hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... $ 44,470.51 Cash an deposit . .. . .•. . ••.• , .• , • . . . . 343,804.41 Items availabl e for deposit . • • , •• ,,.. . .. 23,615.73 Cash items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • . • • . • 2,148.98 414,039.6 3 Public funds of th e United States . , ••• . • 5,471,600.00 Canadian bonds ..... ... .. ..•••••.• 55,000.00 55,000.00 Federal Home Loan Bank st oc k .••.••... 40,300.00 40,300.00 Railroad bonds ... .....•..••....... 57,825.00 Public utility bonds ... . , ..•• , .... .. . 166,600.00 Miscellaneous bonds ..•. .•..•.•...... 13,500.00 237,925.00 Railroad stock .. . .. . . . . . . . . . . , ..... . 62,648.92 Bank stock ......... . ....•........ 43,073.50 105,722.42 Loans on Ne w Hompshire real estate Notes . . . . . . . . • . • . • • • . . . • 3,515,942.96 3,515,942.96 Loans an other real estate Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . , • • . . • 1,407,704. I 6 Bonds • . • . . • • • • • • • . . . . . • 26,000.00 1,433,704.16 Collateral loans DeposM books .. . ..• ••.•••• 12,431.48 Stock exchange collateral ..•• 78,122.81 90,554.29 Unsecured loans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • 41,981.20 Real estate, etc. owned Bank building, vaults, furniture and fixtures .. ......•.....• 55,000.00 55,000.00 United States bonds redeemed .•• • •••• 7,653.15 Other Resources . Mor tgag e Tax Account ••••••••• , ••• 3,063.48 Total Resources .•.... $ 11 ,472,486:29 LIABILITlE:S Due depositors on deposit book accounts 10,674,625.84 Christmas and other clubs • • • • • • • . • • • 21,195.00 I 0,695,820.84 Guaranty fund . . . . . . . . • . • . • • • • . • • . • 555,000.00 Undivided profits-net .. •••••••• , •• , • 196,665.45 751,665.45 Reserves Bond depreciation • , , , , • • • • • • 25,000.00 25,000.00 Tot!I Liabilities . . . . . . . . . $II ,472,486.29 EXAMINATION BY BOARD OF TRUSTEES State of New Hampshire I · ~ ss. Rockingham County J We, the undersi gned Trustees of the PORTSMOUTH SAVINGS BANK do severally so lemnly swear that we have made a thorough examination of its affairs in accordance with Chap. 309, Sec. 35 of the Revised La ws, and 1 that the fore going statement of its condition is true. NORMAN E. RAND, J. VERNE WOOD, PAUL M . HARVEY, ORMAN R. PAUL, JOHN E. SEYBOLT, BURNELL E. FRISBEE, ALBERT W. MOULTON Subscribed and sworn to this 31st day of December I 94 7, Before ml '""·INIFRED SCAMMON _Notary Public Smith Shoe Plant Said AvailableA\o For Sale or Rent Arailability of the Yankee Shoemaker plan in Portsmou th for sale or rental was announced in a Chamber of Commerce bulletin today. However, Sam Smilh, presld nt of the company, refused to confirm t he report but added, "I won' t deny it." He furlher declined to give any statement as to th e company"s plans or the fale of the 75 persons now employed in the local plan t. These employes work in the stitching room, which ls the only operation now going on there, according to l\,1r. Smith. James W. Tucker, secretary o! the Chamber of Commerce, said that the Chamber's bulletin descri bing the property would be mailed to appro ·imately 50 manufacturers who ha ve expressed intere t ln buying or renting factory space in Port mouth. The Sam Smith Shoe corporation bought the Islington street plant from the city in 1946 for $10,000. The building was remodeled to suit the needs of shoe manufactur ing and went inlq operation In November, 1946. It ls assessed by the city 1a 15,000. I Army Recruits ~ 169 in Portsm~outh The army's peacetime recruiting campa ign in the Portsmouth area brought in 169 enlistees duri ng 1947, Maj . Jacob Abromltis, AC, recruitIng officer, reported today. In the Northem New England recruiting district, which Includes New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont, the major said that a total of 3,007 men were enlisted. Ni nety percent of these men signed for three, fou r or five •ear "hitches." August wa the most produc Ive recruiting month for the local headquarters, according Major AbromI itis, when 26 men were processed. Shore Residents Council Arrange Hearing Assured Route 1 Will Be Repair for Toll Road IDale, CO CORD, Jan. 16 (AP)-The governor and councll yesterday scheduled for Jan. 30 a hearing required by Jaw on the proposed 7,500,000 toll road along ew Hampshire's seacoast from Massachusetts to Maine. After the hearing the executive group will appoint a commission to lay out the highway and assess damages sustained by owners of property taken over for the righ -of-way. N. 0 . Whitford of the stale highway department told the governor and councll that right-of-way costs wlll amount to about $425,000-$450,000 and th at about 30 buildings are involved. In keeping ·with the d partment's polio , he said, every effort will be made to move an y houses In the way Instead of destroying them. The state highway commission earlier told the governor that the proposed four-lane super-highway could be bunt withi n the $7,500,000 limit authorized by the state Legislature. Assistant Atty. Gen. 01Jrdon Tl!!any was granted expenses for a trip to Washington to attend a hearing of the House ways and means committee on new legislation which would bring New Hampshire benefits "exceeding one million dollars a year." TJ1e law under consideration woulrl credit the state with sor~ of the so-called "additional" federal estate ta , he said. t prese nt the stale receives 80 '1, credit 011 · the "basic" f deral estate tax. Following the r ecommendation of state parole officer F . Earl Thayer, the executive body granted a. full pardon for George Congdon, 41, .who was sentenced to 25 to 30 years for second degree murder ln 1928. Moccasi Pl nt To Open H re ~ Plans for establlshmen in Por_tsmouth of a moccasin manufacturrng firm . expected to employ about 150 persons, was disclosed oday Through the cooperation of the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce. floor space in· the Sam Smith Shoe company factory on Islington street h as been leased to the Walnut Shoe company of Haverhill, ~ass. The Haverhill firm, which will begm operations shortly, has rented the first and second floors of the Smith factory. Announcement of the ne ind~stry was made jointly by Sam Smith and Executive Secretary J ames w. Tucker of the local chamber• The Smith company will maintain stitching operations on the fac tory's second floor• Maine·s state h ighway commission yesterday assured York county residen t that mo torists entering Maine at Kittery will not be trapped into the new in ter-state highway. Autoists will be given a "free choice" of the toll or public highway more than 100 residents and civic leaders of Kittery, Wells, Ogu nqolt and Kennebunk were told at a state highway commission hearing at Augusta. The hearing was called on the proposed widening of the Kitter approach on Route 1 where it joins the new Kittery -Portland superhighway, Those attending the hearing complained the entrance to Route 1, leading through the shore communities, is too narrow; that it ls down a steep grade about seven feet deep; tha It is so poorly marked; and that it goes unnoticed by drivers unfamiliar with it. Spokesman for the York county group was Roger K. Lucas of York who introduced Comdr. Allen Hoar of York Harbor. Corrunander Allen, a retlr d navy engineer, submitted original plans for th super-highway which he said were no followed. He pointed out that as a result, the superhighway is much higher than Route 1. As a. result of the group's plea !or adequate signs, the commission announced that many had been prepared bu could not b erected until ground along the highway i thawed. Spokesman for the York county citizens claimed a lack of signs has caused a serious accident hazard. They said many motorists usually Jam on their brakes when they realize they are on the superhighway and not Rou le 1. Several collisions have resulted, according to the sp akers. The citizens also empha !zed that the signs should read "loll road" 5 o motorists will not think they are on a public road. One spokesma n for the group, A. C. Daley or York said : "The wa it is now Isn't adequate, it Isn't fair, it isn't right. Some of the mos beautiful sections of the state are by-passed." AlpheUs Spiller, York Beach restaurant owner, said "we have no qu a rrel with the toll road," but want assurance mo torists will be guided to the public highway if they want to_ visit shore points. Mr. Lukas thanked the commissioners for their cooperation. I �Shortage of Fuel Acute in Portsmouth, ew England tate~_I 'Black" Market' Running Low, Dealer Claims * Fuel Lack Stirs Plan for Relief An ever tightening fuel 011 situation In the Portsmouth area was indicaled loday by dealers throughThe Portsmouth area still faced a "serious fuel oil shortage'' toout bhe section. da as F uel oordi11ator John E. Holden of Newington attempted to organize a statewide organization to cope with the situ ation. · "Even the 'black market' IS runIr. Holden said a list of area coordinators would be "ready withning out of oil," one dealer reportin a few hours," The wi ll work under l\lr. Holden's direction In the ed. allocation of oil supplies, He adntltled that he had Be urged t hat persons knowin&' of black market dealers contact found Jt necessary lo go to the him. . black market during the past. "There's absolute! no need of people olng on the black market two months to meet consumer for fuel and I want to know of anyone \\ ho has been forced lo pay demands, He paid one ent a above the market price for the product." gallon above th e market price, The statewide advisory committee suggested yesterday that fuel he added. oil users cooperate wi th dealers In effor ts lo con~erve t he slo ks on GeneraJly, the dealers painted a hand, Iembers of Holden's committee urged that lhe consumers adopt gloomy p1cturn and urged that fuel the following practises: 1. K eep the thermostat at 68 degrees during th e da y. 2. Clo e off 011 consumers cooperate by cuUmg heat back drastically during bhe unused rooms. 3. Close off bedrooms and shut off radiators at night. 4. Seal up cracks around doors, windows and baseboards. 5. Keep fire n ight hours. place dampen closed. 6, Have oil burner checked regularly. 7. Lower "We dealers cannot s retch our window shades at night but raise them during the day lo let In sun's quotas." one distributor pointed heat. 8. Wear warm clothing at all Um.es. 9. Set thermostat back to 60 out. "We·re allowed so much for degrees whenever leaving house for e tended periods. 10, h ck Insueach month and that is all we get. lation on furnace and heating system. In De rember I managed to bol'l'OW Some rell f for the orlsmouth area as indicated today when a on my January quota. That means Socon -Vacuum tanker arr I ved In Portsmouth. I'll be horter still for the next Compan ' spokesmen said she \las carrying " con5lderable fuel three weeks." oil." l ean while, l he ssoclaled In lanchester the soclaled Pres reported that 10 oil trucks Press reported that an acute which have been tied up In lhe neek-old Boston truck strike ha\·e fuel oil shortage grl pped the been granted clearance ards, northern Atlantic eaboard area The trucks b long lo the P. B. Iutrie company which norma lly as i\la or William O Dwyer apdell\'ers 300,000 gallons of fuel to Tew Hampshire dail , pealed lo th larilime n official of the company said he was leaving this monl,lng to commission for 20 addillonal take the cards to Boston for relea~e of lhe trucks. TJ\e firm 's 28 other tanker to help the 'ew York trucks have been operatln out of 'ellinglon and Portsmout h, he metropolitan area replenish its said, critlcall • dwindling upply. .- I Boston and Philadelphia also reported fuel emergencies and Gov. Charles M. Dale of New Hampshire urged striking AFL truck drivers in Boston to permit uninterrupted passage of food, fuel and medical supplies mto his stale to avert "severe hardship." Dale wired Massachusetts Gov. Robert F. Bradford yesterday "that emergencies are developing due to the reported halUng in Mas sachusetts of trucks carrying these vital supplies to New Hampshire." Bradford said he believ d "responsible union officials are making every effort" to move such sup plies. 0 11 Distribution°~ Scheme Readied For Granite State I An emergency program to deal with the fuel oil shortage in New Hampshire will be annow1ced within a few days, state Fuel Administrator John E. Holden of Newington said t.oday. He said the proposed plan would caJJ for the establishment of area fuel boards throughout the state for equitable distribution of oil during th coming wmter months. Mr. Holden , who acted as wartime fuel coordinator, was re.cently appointed by Gov. Charles M. Dale to his present post. The fuel admlnistra or acknowledged that "a serious shortage threatened, and we in the oil industry know it, but we are striving to ,avoid W1necessary and harmful alarm among the general public." I New Hampshire Fuel Saving Plan Set in Motion jQ The nation's fuel oil shortage picture remained critical today despite the fact that an oil refinery stnke has ended in Texas and the navy may loan an undetermined amount of its oil supply for civilian use. In New Hampshire, however, a fuel oil conser vation program appeared in lhe immediate offing as State Fuel Coordinator John E. Holden appointed seven state district coordinators and n amed the a reas they are to govern. This was disclosed as Mr. Holden was reported enroule to Washington for a. 22-state fuel oil shorlage conference called b the department of the in terior to di cuss the nation-wide crisis, The seven New H ampshire districts a nd their coordinators are: 1. Berlin, Charles Balch of Lan caster ; 2. Littleton, George Roddy; 3. Laconia, G eorge A. Mlliet ; 4. Claremont, O . H. Lewis; Concord, W . H. McCurda; 6. Manchester , George Looney 7. Portsmouth, Har old W. Loveren. A meeting of the fuel coordinators ls scheduled f or tonight to formulate metho ds for swapping available fuel oil between dealers in various areas of the state, Mr. Holden said. Each of the districts are to be diYided into areas and coordination committees selected. In Bo ton, mea nwhil e, George JI. Rockwell, Massachusetts fuel oil coordinator, sa s lha t "even lhe release of na,•al oil suppli es "ill not eliminate lhe e:\.isting cri i in New England" and "the only way we can get through th e winter Is to co11sen• on what we ha\·e." Rockwell ·aid last night that whalever amount the n vy can release for civilian use "will help" bu hat "1t won't solve the whole problem." "There just Isn't enough oil to meet the demand." he added. The Massachusetts fuel oil coordinator said a naval source has informed him that the navy v.ill be r equired to retain at least one month 's suppl y and tha t the supplies "may possibly be made available only to state institutions." Rockwell is scheduled to atten d a conference with Navy Secretar y John L . Sullivan today to discuss the Joan of oil from naval supplies in Boston, Newport, R . I ., and other navy Installations in ew England. Other New England governors or heir representatives and New England congressional d legations also are scheduled to attend the conference. Simultaneo usly, lhe Assoclat d Pre55 at Texas City, Tex., toda y said thou5ands of barrels of fuel oil ~ere ~cheduied lo moi-e to two eastern ports today, first 5hlpments from tl1e Pan American Refin ry company sin ce the end of a. 10-day strike Saturday night. Two tankers, the Bulklube and P ~~ American, were tn d part today .., .;matelv 330,000 barrels I I l �Navy Yard Oil Ga~ Tan I< er' s .Emergency Oil Made Available Arrival Averts Du~inSJate ✓1~ C r i si s \X~~!i~il it~~~!~ To Ease CrisiS' AC re;s New Hampshire 11nd Maine are to divide 50,000 barrels o[ No. 2 fuel oil nvallable at the Portsmouth nav-y yard In 1111 attempt to avert New l England's critical fuel crisis. This wni; dlscl~~rd torlay by StRle ' Fuol Oil Coorrlllrnlor John E. Holden as he relumed lo his Newington home :iflcr R confrrcncc with SrcrPtary or the Nnvy John L. Sullivan In wa~hlnizlon, D. C. Mr. Holden, who 11!.~o rcvralcd lhat Nrw Hampshire Is to rrcelve 20.000 or 30.000 bRrrrls of dici;e) oll also a\'nilable at the navy yard, said the rue! ls being loaned with th'! i;tlpulatlon tlrnt rrcelvini;: companies must return it by June 1948. Tht> loan ls pa rt of thr navy clt'partmfnt's a,:-rrfmcnt lo 1lislrlbule 40,000,000 11":lllons of fuel oil throughout New England. The na,·y said today the oil is not suitable for hom·e heating but that the loirn woulrl pave the way for diver.~lon or tankers which could carry oil for home con.'iumptlon. The navy's 11peclal type fuel may be used in hospitals and othrr institutions reported in dire need of heating oll. The oll to be diverted Is In tanks at Portsmouth, Melville, R. I., :1nd at Boston. Slmulbneously, the sl:1le-appointc1I fuel <'Zar said an oil tankrr, thr No-No:1:, had 1lorkrd In r orl~moulh tn,l~" ,.-Ith 10.000 harrrls or range encl fuc-1 oil nboanl. /\s the fo11rlh surh ship to put In here In 13 d~ys, it ls expected to contribute greatly the batlle bclni:: ,rngrd against a cold winter without healing fuel In many homes. The 11:\V,Y ,said the 40,000.000 gallon~. a pproxlmalely 1,000,000 I to b11rrels, rfpresents only a. small pe. r-1 centage of all fuel oil u.~ed In the six :1tales, but It :1hmtlcl afford .some relief for 11 "genuine emergency" situation confronting hospitals and other Institution~ whose operR tlon Is necessary to public health and welfare. Stoves, Water Threatened By Fuel Lack :.--------------1, Arrival of a. 16.000-pound propane !l;a.'i tanker to replenish the Wentworth Acres' drnslically dwindled .•uppl,v I.his afternoon nvcrlrd ,vhat l\':1/; termed a ''polcntinl catar.- I trophe.'' The prospect of a shulorr or gas "'as dlbclosed thl.~ morning- l\1hen George A. Lavallee , manager of the Acres and Admiralty Village, tol:! Th Port•moulh Herald the project's , 18.000-ponnd supply tank held only enough gas lo last until 3 o'clock th\/; afternoon. In rvcnt the su 1111l)· had brr n r,rhaustcd, he said, 800 !lons would ha''" lo be relighted and rcalii:11c1I and 18!1 gas regul:1tors TI oulrl h;i ''" lo be rea11,lusled which would "lake at least a. wpek." Cnusr of lhr critical ~horlni.e, 'IVhlch l\'Ottlrt hR I(' left no resident of the Arres un:iffectcd, was the extrrme rolrl wrn t.hrr and whn t, Mr. La vallce dcscrlbrcl as misuse of the i;upply. A potentlRI crisis at the Acres, Mr. Lavallee said. still exists and he explained It this way: ( 11 Each mil road tanker dell rerlni. propane to the Acres holds 16,000 pounds or i.a/;. l2l The supply tRnk holds a maximum of 18,000 pounds of the !(as and, therefore, it Is impossible for more than one railroad lanker to be shipped In at one time. (3) Because of weather changes It Is Impossible to make an accurate estlmale of lhe approximate consumption of iras and for that reason it ts orderrd on a "day-to-day" basis -usually once a week. (4 l Whrn a lanker Is de!Ryecl and consumpllon Jumps nt the same time "we'rp stuck.'' The lanker that arrived this !lflrrnoon wa~ a !lay late, the projrrl ofnrla I ~a Ill, hut atldrrl the "cooprr;itl on of Boston nnd Maine frel ll'hl agents 11a,·cd the da:r.'' Not dlsregerdln11 the possibility of 1. recurrence of the cl,lfflculty, Mr. Lavallee salu Acres residents must stop using gas stoves as "space heaters" or be prepared to spend a week without hot food or water '11:hlle workmen attempt t.o get the i;ystem back In order. Describing the trouble, Mr. Lavallee called it ne of the "closes calls v.•e've had'' and sddecl. "We had_ just enough to last us until 3 pm and then it looked like trouble." I . Big Tanker Due To Arrive Here \'° With Needelbil T~n thousanct barrels of direlyneeded fuel oll were expected to arrive In Portsmouth for distribution this artemoon RS New En~1:ind's "black 11old" crisis became more critical and a national effort was being made to alleviate It. A spokesman at the /\tlantlc terminal here this morning said the merchant vessel No-Nox was due to :urlve today while Stale Fuel coordinator John E. Holden of Newington attends n 22-state ctepartment of the Interior oil crisis conference In W11 .shln11ton. At the sa me lime, the Assocl itl<'d Pre5.~ to1fa.y ~a Id stale oil o!flclal~ arr 11fr11,rglln,r lo keep the home fires burnln,r In l\lassarhuselt~ as the Icy finger of a. cold spell continu ed lo squeeze the serious fuel shorta,:e. A deputy slate fuel coordinator for the Bay Stat.e fiald 9n \mmedlate aim ls to SE'e that no one suffers due to depleted supplies. Governor Brnclford's furl ndvlsory commit.tee Im~ rrco mmenrlcd p, sur,·ey of the exact oil situ a t.lon In that state "so that a equitable supply will be available to all." . The deputy coordin-aror suggested that. In addition to keeping room lemperRtttres Rt 68 dnrlni:r thP da:v and fiO Rt night, t,he dra'l\tlnii: of window shades at night would help conserve fuel. Slmullnneo u~l:r, Sccrtlary of the Interior Krui: camp nut stron,:l y today for new hydrotlrdrlo prn,lerls A8 p, par!IAI 1u1swcr lo the rroblrm of a. national pdroleu m shortai:r. Krup; said In a ~tatrment, that oll Rnd ii:as shortRp;e:s rmphasize a need ho Increase the nation's entire · energy output, particularly UU'ough ; production of synthetic fuels from oil shales and coal, and through expansion of the hydroelectric program. Krug said otl shortages may la.st for several years. I Holden of Newington today reported an emergency supply of 25,000 barrels of fuel oil for "Immediate distribution" 1.s to arrive here within 24 hours. · Mr. Holden said the navy is to furnish 15,000 barrels and the remainder wlll be contained in shipments to oil distributors. Disclosing that the present , supply Is "down to the ragged edge," he a.clded It wlll be necesury lo use the emergency ship• menls at once. With mutual cooperation among oil dealers in apportioning thclr supplies, New Hampshire's fuel coordinators thus far have been able to care for distress cases so that no one has suffered, Mr. Holden said. And with a lit.tie more cooperation from the we1tther, he added, New Hampshire_ wlll 'br able lo _ ieti through the remainder of ~he : ~ - -J ter v,lthout hardship. . ·1 !\fr. Holden said the shortage Is genera.I throughout the slate, and apparently no one a.rea. has been hit hitrdcr than any other. He ha11 scheduled a meeting tonight with oil dealers-one of several-In Littleton, In the · frigid White mountains area, where the mercury usually keeps near or be-· low the zero mark throughout the winter, North country oil consumers are 1 getting by, he declared, and the meeting has been called to work out a. swapping process to provide for hardship cases as they develop. �Mr. Ramsdell said a revenue deficit of $47,000 In 1947 Is chief cause of the proposed Increase. He Five · Boston Strikers Picket ·Portsmouth Tr.uck Terminal 5cr11 J-------------- 1......::...::...J....___:~~-------.----~• A 27-day-old strike of 4,500·"'' Greater Boston AFL truck drivers ' moved Into Porbsmouth today when five . member,5 of Boston Local 25 began picketing the St. Johnsbury Trucking Co., Inc., terminal at 225 Union street. • jn:n '1.0 The plckel:5 said they were wagIng a "peaceful war" against the trucking company. They arrived in An embargo on all but essential Portsmouth late yesberday afterfreight service between Boston and noon and picketed the terminal unPortsmouth was issued today by the til 9 pm. Picket · lines were reesBoston and Maine railroad. tablished early thl.s morning. The ban, which results from a 20A spokesman for the group said day-old strike of 4,500 Greater BosBo.ston union men were attempting ~n AFL truck drivers, followed to persuade members of Portsmouth close on the heels of a previous embargo on less-than-carload freight Local 633 of New Hampshire Teamfrom Portsmouth to Boston. sters' ,union to re5pect picket line!. . . Exception of the ban will bo The, strikel'I, employed by the food and feed for human and '•· ·;st... Johnsbury 'company's 801- · . animal consumption, drugs, medton terminal declined to Idenicines and hospital 11upplles. tify themselves. Purpose of the additional emFive additional pickets were ex·bargo ls to alleviate freight pilepected bo arrive In • Portsmouth ups at Boston terminals, Railroad later today to reln!orce the lines. officials said accumulation of Jessthan-carload freight •in BostonArthur Capone, terminal manabecause of the truck strike-was ger, said six Portsmouth trnck tying up freight oars sorely needed drivers experienced no difficulty by industry. transporting freight through the Belief · that the embargo would local terminal. h~ye no ,;erlous effect on Portsmouth Members of Bosbon local seek $60 r-e8:,l'es1dents .u~less the strJlrn con-\. a week for a 40-hour week as com. ~ .s, was . expressed by 'General pered with $55.15 under a previous Agent Norman H. Chick of the locaJ; contract which expired Jan. 1. Boston and Maine railroad terminal. Meanwhile, the Massachusetts . Me~whlle, hope for strike settle- t state board of conciliation and ment r!lsted with the Massachusetts ' arbitration was maklnr · fresh boafd ot. conclllatlon and arbltra- 1 bids to settle the strike which tion\ / ' ··' has piled merchandise at many The Associated Press reported disterminals served through the cussions Were thrown back in to the Boston area. board after. a state-appointed speccial mediator withdrew yesterday A5 th!! was announced Jame11 V. ltnd Gov. Robert F. Bradford anHurst, president of Boston Local nounced ·, he would no·t seize the 25, expressed do11bt. thti WA Jkout trucking industry "at this time." could be . settled within a week. The governor had Indicated he A New Hampshire superior court might ~elze the Industry if an judge denied a petition yesterday agreement for arbitration was not for a temporat'Y Injunction sought reached last night. by H. P. Welch Transportation comWhen the deadline came pany of Boston to restrict picketing however, the chief executlv~ of terminals by strikers. said "there has been no comCompany officials said five memplaint of any violence since bers of Boston union and two oflast Friday and the necessaries ficials of Manche.ster local had been of life are now movlnr withpicketing their Manchester and out Interference." Keene garages and offices. "Under those circumstances" he Judge John Leahy of Boston ruled added, "I do not consider that the I the company failed to present any commonwealth ls justified in takdirect evidence that pickets acted ing possession of the Jndusbry at Illegally, or caused coercion,- lntlml_thl!I time. 1 da tion. or definite financial loss to · "If conditions again approach the , the firm. situation which existed Jan. 1 and The union contended the Welch the days Immediately following, lt company was diverting Its b11siness will be necessary to take further from the Boston area 111 violation ' steps." of rights of striking drivers. James V. Hurst; local president of, , the . teamsters' union, said It would guarantee to continue to move food, •medical supplies and other essentials with 1,500 members of tihe union serving on trucks. Railroad Places ' Freigh·t Embargo On Portsmouth l . -. I Truck men Pickets Quit Local Po~ts: Return to Boston Five Boston AFL truck drivers who waged a. two-day "peaceful war" against a Portsmouth t,rucklng company returned to Boston last night. Arthur Capone, manager o! the St. Johnsbury Trucking Co., Inc., te1mlnal at 225 Union street said pickets retumed home last night alter picketing In front of the terminal for two dao/S. The Boston union men were attempting to persuade loc1l.J transportation company truck drivers to sympathize wil.h 4,500 Greater Boston AFL truck drivers who are on strike. The five 1>lcket11, employed by the St. Johnsbury's Boston terminal caused no disorder, accordlnr to l\lr. Ca1mne. · It was announced earlier today by an Industry spokesman that Malne'S"' principal truckers may be forced to suspend operations )',ecause of threatened extension of picketing In that state . by Greater Boston strikers . Meanwhile, members of Portland AFL truck drivers union were respecting picket llne.s placed ea rller this wr;ek at Greater Portland terminals or two large Boston Interstate truckers by the Hub union. Members of the Boston local are asking $60 for a 40-hour week as compared with $55.15 under a prevlo11~ r.onl rar.t whkh expired Jan. 1. I I Bus Fare Hike Sought Her~ Ev B&MCompany Permission for "city" bus rate increases here ls being sought today by the Bo::;ton and Maine Transportation company from the New Hampshire Public Service commission on the basis that It will prevent "a sharp curtailment In service. " Ralph E. Ramsrlcll, resident surerintendent . of the lines said J>lans are being made t~ hike the flve-r<'nt fa re to hi:\: and one quarter cenls. The Increase, · he added, woulct not affec-t the pre.sent five-cent cash fa.re for students and children. added that there might In addition "have to be some curtailments In service." "A large proportion of the Joss s11stalned In the operation of the Jines last year wa.s due to the constantly Increasing cost of operation together with some falling off In the number oC pa&Scngers carried ," he said . / The proposed changes Include: <ll In place o! the flve cenb rare the company will sell a ticket good for four rides for 25 cent.s. The flve cent zone llne on the Marke ~ Square-South 5treet route woulct be changed from Mlller and Lincoln avenues to the corner of Jl'nkins street and Lincoln avenue: on the Rye Beach route the five cent, fare llmlt woulct be changed from ~he corner or Miller and Lincoln avrnuri; to Rocklnnd street end Miller avenue. 12, The 10 cent fare from Market Squal'e lo any point, bryonct t.he pl'esent five cent zone " 'oulct remain as at pre.~ent. except that on tihe Newcas~Je line the 10 crnt zone limit would be changect to Pit road instead of Wild Rose lane. (3) The present 12-rlde ttnlimltect Uckets whlch are solct Cor $1 and are good In ;111 y 10 cent zone woulct be changed to 11 rldc5 for $1 and would be good as at prcsen•,, except they wlll be llmlt ed on the Middle streeb route to the railroad brid11e over the Manches ~er branch . 141-Students enroute to and from sl'hool and chlldren under 12 years of Ji:(e wlll continue lo ride ,etwecn Market Square and / he , ermlnub ..JI en:, , l'f1Ute In Lhc ~!ly }or a 5c cash CRre. . (5)-Transfers which are now lssued upon p11 yment of a 5-cent addition rare lo passengers paying a 10c cash fare and to those using 121 rlde tickets would, under 1,he new \ schedules, be Issued only to those 1 paying a 10c cash fare. (6)--The present 10-rlde ticket good from any point on the city routes beyond Market Square and the navy yard at Kittery would be increased in price from the present $1.35 to $1.50. (7)-Fares to points In Kittery remain unchanged while fares to Rye and between Portsmouth and Dover and Portsmouth and Durham would be Increased 5 cents. �.ocal Fuel Man Fuel Oil Men Differ ~ccuses firms On 'Profil; Charge )f 'Profiteering' 'r., lie Manning, proprietor of a rtsmouth fuel oil distributing tency, charged today that major l companies are endangering the ialth of the public by forcin g n actual cut of 50% In supplies r the sake of profit." fanning said h had recelved a. letter this morning from a regional distributor Informing him that a 15 '1, slaeh In ,regular fuel oil and a 10 ",, cut In kerosene and range fuel -oul " a·' b effec'•d •~ soon. "Actually," said Manning, "this mstitutes as much as a 5tl"'o reictlon when the extreme cold eather and additional consumer nsumptlon ls taken in to aciunt." . d talk d I h Manning said ne ha e w 1her Portsmouth dealers and sevth th ·al had agreed wi him at th e tuatlon was "crhiticdalh". ~~db 't'abti°u~ I cause severe ar s 1P u ,a one had seen fit to criticize the · es because the deal Ia jor Companl · icity ·s dlslik e Publ · · "However," Man ning added, "I 1lnk It's about time the public new all sides of the pi-c ure. "I'm convinced that the pu blic ll being squeezed. Ma j or O com· ding tanker a.mes are .sen s o fo r itn ports loaded with olL I It's elng done for a profit with little mslderatlon !or the American ubllc." Manning said he ha d seen some vidence that major oil companies ere still sending supplies to foreign iun rle despite government pleas 1a I be saved for U.S. consumpon . "I'm not sure how true my evlence is," Mr. Manning continued, mt from my own observation of Charges by Leslie C. Manning, local oil dealer, that major oil companies · wel'e "using fuel oil shortages for profit were anonymously supported by fellow dealers today bub vigorously denied by representatives of the .oil companies. "Les Mannlng understated our prob! m," a local fuel oil dealer claimed, "We're being squeezed by the major companies, who a.re tryln to Impress the American public with the need for Saudi-Arabian oil," he added. 1 Oil ls going to be very short throughout the rest of the winter. Moreover, amongst the retailers was ,the feeling that Mr. Manning had "st_uck his neck out to where the big distributors can lop off hls bead." Manning could not be reached for commenl on public reactions to his published stat.ement o! yesterday in which he accused the oil companies of "endangering the health o! the public by forcing an actual cut of 50% In supplies for the sake of profit." However, one jobber could not agree w1th Manning's viewpoint. He claimed that his distributing company had kept him well-supplied with fuel, "within the limit.I! of the allocations. "There's nothing new to the IS % cutback to m0t1t of us," be ea.id. "It may be that Let!! bu just find out there's & !ihort age." :~~~~aJ.~;:e~ lowne~flsin s~notegrr.eat.er The dealer's charges were lmmecountered by bulk plant spokes.men. "The jobbers s1m ply refuse to u nd erS t a nd th e problem," one manager said. "They · don't want to take th e cutbacks made necessary by the shortage of transportation and lack of storage facilities," he argued. Retorted a jobber: "Fifteen million gallons of oil products are in the bulk plant storage tanks right now." de ta il on the Saudi-Arabia oil situation. He claimed that two major "They won' t let us take on n ew fi elds are drilled in the United customers but they're supplying States but have been capped. home consumers directly from th e "The whole story back of that plants. As far as our company ls is to convince the public that concerned we are thoroughly in merlca must fight to protect sympathy with . Leslie Manni! 's to the oll companies huge inprofiteering charges but we don't vestments In Arabian oil .. dare say so." "By shortening up the oll 1upThis dealer, who also asked to repl they're bound to convince main unidentified, further claimed people in half-frozen homes that the large oil companies are sending there's real need for importing their boats on long slow trips for oil." oil, rather than "a quick turn Asked where he thought Fuel Coaround" to the Piscataqua storage ordinator J ohn E. Holden of New~ tanks. lngton was standing on the matter, All the charges were denied by the dealer snapped, "Just where Les '· Andre, s of the Colonial Manning said he wa"!i· Ell's holding B aeon OU Co,, "The jobbers the bag for the oil companies." have only lo watch th frost Mr. Holden could not ·be 1·eached linrs 011 our storar;e tanks to !or comment today. But before kuow bow low the lnvcntori".i; Drwer Kiwanians yesterday, Mr. Holrle said, "Ther has not been a 1e whole s! tuat1on, I 'm l nc1·me d to real! are." 1 1 th t th flt ti I5 be single ins ance of rea l hardship for I ~l eve a e pro ..mo ve • The jobbers allfJ the bulk dealers lack of oil in this state to the best md the whole th1 ng. agreed on only one major point: of my knowl edire." "In New Hampshire," Mr. I _ _ __ _ _ __,__ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ __;__ _ _ _ _ _ __ Idlat.ely I l Manning asserted, "the state coordinator (John E. Holden of Newington) is holding the bag for the big companies. We small dealers in turn are holding the bag for everyone." "If the extreme cold continues," .e concluded, "there will be h ard hip and possibly sickness because of Blueprints have been comr,leted his situation." for a, new 100,000 frozen food &torage plant and industrial building in Portsmouth. The project will be started as soon as snow 1s off the ground. according to J ohn R. Mc- · Intire who will operate the plant. Maurice E. Witmer, Portsmouth architect, has drawn plans for a two-.story brick, steel and concrete building on modern industrial lines. The plant will be located at the comer of McDonough and Langdon st.reets on the old Dyer estate. A house and shed now on the property will be torn down shortly, Mr. McIntire explained. Plans Complete For Frozen Food Storage Plant l The Por tsmouth contrac or pT ns : to operate the frozen food plant himself · primarily for storage of frozen meat although some fruit and ve etables will be handled. Mr. McIntire aid about 46 local markets have shown interest in leasing Individual lockers for holding frozen products. The owner's operation will consist of receiving shlpm nts and packing ordered food In the lockers. A railro d siding long enough for wo cars is available on the property, Mr. clntire said. Abou one half th first floor and the whole top floor will be leased by Mr. McIntire to Indus rial concerns. The building will be 60 by 178 feet, according to Mr. Witmer. Loading platforms will be installed adjaceht to the track and on Langdon street for truck.s. Elevator service wlll be built In. Garage space also ls In- J eluded in the blueprints. Meat and Butter Prices Tumblelo In Portsmouth A sharp drop In Portsmouth meat prices and another In butter were good news for local weekend shoppers today although the posslbllity that some prices may be levelling off tl'mporarily after falling far below the January peaks was suggested today by developments on the economic front. Locally, prices were down this morning on: Bacon, from 79 cents to 69; fresh pork, from 59 cents to 49; pot roast, from 69 cents to 59; butter from 89 cents to 85, and In several citrus products. . The Associated Press in 'ew York, however, said the commodity markets appear to be resisting any tendencies toward further sharp decline5. A mood of caution seemingly has developed following the violent plunges that carried them downward ln the early days of the break, which began Feb. 4 and. in Portsmouth brought such prices as 93 cents a pound for bacon down to its pre ent level. Customer resistance despite lower food prices was believed to be curbing some business in many retall stores in other parts o! the nation but a .Portsmouth store spokesman said this was untrue. The average upturn In the commodity markets has been slight. Mo.st of . the commodities have tossed around nervously. But the price shifts have narrowed. Economists continued t.helr warnings against over-optimism, however. Agriculture · officials at Wuhlngton -expressed confidence farmers will try to match wartime production despite the price drops. Ano ther government department ab Washington...,..the bureau of labor statlstic.s-reported the recent market slump "one of the sharpest breaks" in Its wholesale price index since it was started In 1932. For the week ended Feb. 14 the Index stood at 169.7, approximately at bhe level o! late November but still 11.6% above mid-February, 1947. Some of the major commodities continued a mode.st price cl!mb yesterday. �State To Study Port Authority , For Portsmouth Surveys to determine the need for esbablishing a $20,000,000 Por-t smouth Port authority will be started April 1 by the state Plaru1ing and Development commission. Edward Ellingwood, executive director of the commls.don, uld .th at it was intended to bring Information on the expediency of a state pier up to date as well as tl1e feasibility of a port au thorit y. SS,OOO,OOO •START-Workmen, spurred by frigid winds off the Piscataqua, ush excavation of ~he ~oundation for the new 5,000,000 fuel burning plant being built by the P ublic Service Company of New Hampshire. <Portamouth Herald photo> r'\ ,,.,\ . i)"" · c om · pany Service Severe wint er weather has failed to halt rush work on the new $5,000,000 fuel burning plant now under construction on the banks o! the Pisca.taqua in Portsmouth. Steam shovels, bull doz:ers and drills Yie with hammers and saws as the initial excavation work nears completion. A large · mobile shelter hM been erected to protect the workers aa they dig deep to ready the founda tion, A part of the expansion program of the Public Service Company . of New Faronsbire, the new plant will Rushes s·,g Plant house two 7,500 kilowatt mercury turbine genera tors and one 25 ,000 kilowatb s earn turbine, according to a building permit granted last week by James T . Whitman, Portsmouth building iruspector. The structure will be 132 by 176 feet and walls will be insulated "Q" panels, steel sheathing filled with lnsulaJing material. The plant will have a .capacity of 40,000 kilowatts or about 53,000 horsepower and will Increase by about one quartet" the total generating ca.pa.city of the ·company _in this Workers Walk off Jobs At Public Service Plqnt A "wildcat" walkoff of about 150 American Federation of Labor employes of the Sanders Construction company early this morning halted work on the Public. Service company of New Hampshire's 5,000 ,000 fuel burning plant near the Newington town line. • With neither per~lssion nor orers from their union-local 976, Infernat!onal Hod Carriers', Building nd Common Laborers' union, AFL the men reported for duty to be paid today and left upon receiving 'heir money. union poke~man lod '!I said hi, agency h~ ~een barralnlnr with thl' anders firm for some tlmt> for a 12c-;. w~ge lnt'rease, but ~aid that no strike had been ordered. · I <\ Adel Bates, vice president of the l'irrn which has Its home o!Iice In Portland, told The ·Porlamouth Herald this mormng the strike "Is news to us." He disclosed laborers on the project here are tecelvlng 1.15 an hour -the basic rate ls $1.05 In Manches-,---- - -~ ter-and •added: "Our superintendent on the job, Norman McKenney, has told us the union was going to ask for more ,•.-ages In April, but this move Is news to me." Mr. Bales said he belleved the / 11lrike might be a. "false rumor." area, officials report. Located on a tidewater trac of land purcha ed from the New Hampshire Diatomite the site is between the power ship Resistance and the Newington j;own line just off Gosling road. Constructed by the Sanders Engineering Co. with the advice of · General Electric a.nd New England Public Servi~ engineers, the plant will Incorporate some of the neweat ideas In generation of electricity . Officials expect the first unit to be in operation early .n ext year. DurIng 1950 it is expected the entire project wtll be completed. ?°·• Officials of the Public Service company both in Dover and Manchester were unaware of the walkoff today and said negotiations for wage increases, If any, , ould be conducted through the construction company. orman McKenney, Sanders compan,v superintendent on the project, was belle ed lo be in Berlm todav and was not expected to be back at work until lhe end of the week. Construction of th plant was announced last October as part of the Public Service company's program to provide for "ever-increasmg n~ed.s for electricity." The site of the building ls on a tidewater tract of land, acquired from the New Hampshire Dlatomite company, between the location of the power ship Resistance and the Newington line. ~-------------- The port authority bill was Introduced mto the eneral court last year by Rep. J ohn R. McInt ire CR., Ward 1) of Porl:lsmouth who declared, "Portsmouth mll6t have something to offer manufacturers. I t's the closest deep water port to Europe and an expanding ocean trade is its best bet In whipping unemployment." Mr. Ellingwood said the commi slon was interested In the possibilities of a port au thority with a vi w towards a ttracting manufacturers. "A large steel company Is s blll In ter ted in building a plan on the East coast and Portsmouth mighb as well try to get it," he explained. He said that City Ma11ager Ed ward C. Peterson, Mayor Cecil M. :!~~~~ 16 st ~~:~ a~fdttt!~ac~~ : soclation, had been informed :of the commission's plans for the survey, which will be under the dlr ection of Sulo J . Tani of concord · Five thousand dollars to flnanc~ the survey project v,•as provided by the General court. Area Architects Lead State·Group.T,wo-_-l?ortsmoutll. 11-rea arch\tects were elected office~s of the New Hampshire cbapter l;>f :the American Institute of Architects last week as the New Hampshire Society of Architects surrendered its charter to become ·. a'· subsidiary of the national .group, . .. New officers of the group are. Eric Huddleston of Durham, president; Maurice·E. Witmer .of Hillside drive, Portsmouth, \lice president; Stewart A. ' Lyford of Concord, secretary, and Eug~ne F .. ~agenau of . Concord, trea_surer. 0 ------- �$2,000,000 a Year Is Production Goal J\ Area Communities-Urged To Prepar~ ~~for Slump · A former Federal Works agency (FW A) planning and research officer last night urged Portsmouth area communities to draw up blueprint plans to handle possible unemployment that co4ld result from another depression. John Loughlin of Portsmouth, who\ of all unemployment around here. recently reslgnrd after 20 years "We have 1~ miles of seat:09.st and th In operation at its Morley p l a n t * - - - - - - - - - - - - - - service as a government expert in e Great Bay. It would be the lovevarious fields n d ti . - ' !lest section of the northeast if we slte for three weeks, but curtailed ment to the herring quest. 10 e ' le tecom would clean It up." up to now for lack of fish, the comModen1 methods, employing the mendatlon last night before more Mr. Loughlin, now co-owner of the pany added a second shift to its use of radar. have taken most of than 250 persons at Portsmouth's Loughl!n Bottling company, 601 Isworking force this week and already the guesswork oub of sardine fishlndust.ri11I rela tlons institute 11t the llngton street, said if Great Bay was Is turning out the shiny cans of ing, according to Mr. Wilson. A ra- community center. He spoke on free of pollution the fish :would come oceanic delicacies at the rate of dar screen mounted on a fishing ·•community Industrial Problems." back and the Industry would return. about 100,000 a day. "We just sit around talklng "The result," said the former boat can sound the depth of water, But this Is only the beginning, government official, "could easdetermine how deep the fish are · about a possible depression and Indicates Donald Wilson, vice mass unemployment Instead ·of , lly pay off a cost of $25,000,000.'' swimming, tell how large the schools president and present spokesdoing something about It." said He added that Portsmouth comare and, In to some · extent, give man for the concern. Within a the former Oallas clt:i- planner munitles should "get together" and an idea or the size of the fish. few weeks he expects to see the who co-aulhorecl the "Dallas do something about it so "we won't Sarclin<'s :ire seinr!l with large current daily output boostccl by Six-Year Pl:m"· for program- have to rake up leaves" in the event nets which are tailored to the at least 50,000 more cans-and ming public works construction. of another depression. requirements of a s1lecific fishhe foresees his company as an "After the 111st, depression we said Another speaker at the labor relaing ~pot. Depth of the water Important and permanent adrli'we will be prepared' but 110 one ls tions school was the Rev. Edwin A. and the character of the ocean's tlon to Portsmouth's industrial making II, move to draw up blueprint Francoeur, assistant pastor at St. bottom are the main factors life. plans .Just In case-. Joseph's church In Dover, who dlsgo1•e rning the specifications of Mr. Wilson makes no promises in "In the matter of stream pollu- cussed the topic ."The Dignity of the nd. Every Man" that regard, however. Sardine canalone, communities I In the · Until the company can depend on tlon ning, as he describes it, ls an unPort.smouth area could be making Jather Francoeur said "Man can local fishermen for their fish supply, certain business which ls whollv plans for work that would t k . h d his head high not because he a e caie, has an ape for an ancestor but bedependent on the whims, so to speak, the herrin g now being processed at thP. local plant are imported from I (Please turn to page threcl cause he ha.s God for a common of the tiny fish he deals with. father." "You cnn·t tell from one yea r to Canada. They are shipped by boat "In the eyes of religion man Is an the mxt what the situation will be," to East.port. Me., and trucked from there. image of God not an animal, tool he remarked. • One to two truckloads a day are or machine." . To Illustrate his meaning, which presently being handled at the canJ. Walter Langley of the Dover Is fluctuating supply, he cited the nery here but as the operation is I Vocational .school used as his theme experience of Maine sardine fisherstepped up this is expected to be "Human Behavior and the Indivimen. "who may earn as much as increased to three to four truckdual", $20,000 to $30,000 in one year but loads. make no more than $1.000 the next." The processing of I.he sardines ls · The fish, It seems, have an indifabout half manual and half mechferent attitude toward the industry anical. Machinery and other equipin not always being found in that ment already installed at the local A fight to establish a separate sea part of the ocean where they should plant is estimated in value at $100,<:i and shore fisheries di vision of the be. New Hampshire Fish and Game de000. Nevertheless, J\lr. Wilson is partment was launched last night in Ahout 65 <;;, of the company's reasonably confident of the sucHampton by the Legal Lobster asemployes are women. They Twelve a.nd a half cents 1\11 hour cess of his company's Portshanclle the more skilled jobs of sociation. mouth venture and looks upon The association president. Ashton wage increase for journeymen ca.rtrimming and packing the sarthe waters off New Hampshire's Norton of Hampton; Sherman pen ters employed by at 'least five dines, while the men take over seacoast as an untapped source Smith, Exeter; and Herbert Drake local firms were granted today as the heavy chores. of great supply of sardine-type of R ye were designated as a com- contractors signed new contracts The company occupies one and a, herring. mittee to prepare legislal.!on setting l\1lth the United Brotherhood of half floor s of one bnilcting and a Carpenters and Joiners, local No. ( lIC' Is bnckecl In this optimism by up the shore fisheries division. warehouse at the Moreley location. Prof. C. Floyd Jackson. director of Total floor space ls abriut 17,000 The action at the meeting was 921. ln disclosing the contract approvthe Dlologlcnl !nstitutr at the Uni- sq1mre fret. · said to be the result of determinaversity of New Homp~hirr. who retion by the Legal Lobster associa- als, a union spokesman today said Ho11•ever. t hr concern has only a ported highly favorable possibilities short-term lease on lt.s present site, tion to break up the "short lobster the wage Increase brings the hourly rate up to $1.50 an hour aftPr negofor sardine fishing after a sclcntit1c hop111g to find more convenient racket for all time." tiations which started early this survey of marine life o!I this state's quarlers lalcr on. The chamber of As a stop-gap measure the month. shorrs. A ssoclatlon votccl to ask for an commerce is working in close coA lora I contractor said the Thus unfolds wha~ Mr . Wilson aclditlonal conservation officer opr. rallon wit.h the company In thls In "covering" the coastal wa.teu. agrcc.ment~ 1"ere accomplished envis!om; as a. "magnificent oppor- rcspC'ct, a fl rr having fac!lltnt,r.d esIt also voted to ask each member ''vl'r.v lrnrmonlou~lr," tuntty·• for development or a new t11bl!,shment of the plant here. lo donate 10 female lobsters to the Although only five of e bout 10 and prosperous field o! endeavor for state . for punching In an effort to , local firms dealing with carpenters Portsmouth area fishermen . aid conservation. A "punched'' lobs• had signed the contracts this mornHe plans to "show the ropes·• to ter becomes state property and can- Ing. It was expected thP rest or the local boat owners · in the early 1 not be kept If trapped. unionized companies would do so spring with a. demonstration of the Members · voiced satisfaction " '!th ;hortly. latest techniques of the trade. This, the progress made by the association ' he hopes, . will encourage them to I since last summer in stamping out convert their Interests and equip"short" practices when the so-ca lied "lobster war" threatrned to break Into ,·iolence along New Hampshire's 18 miles of seacoast. With more than 200 Portsmouth area residents on its payroll, this city's newest industry-the Hampshire Food Company, Inc.-was running full tilt today heading toward its production goal of $2,000,000 wortl; of sardines a year. I ,. Area Lobstermen IWant Separate ;, Game Division \~ 12-Cent Pay Hike For Carpenters Approved ·Here,;:: I I �Portsmouth ·Building Hits Low Spot Although- the nation as a whole is entering a construction boom, Portsmouth building contractors find their business slowed almost to a standstill. Almost unanimously, they attribute the current slump in construction to the frigid weather and high prices of material work. Kenneth Maxam of Maxam company predicts the local building future w!ll be almost entirely in the commercial and industrial field rather than In homes. "Residential building Is a poor .risk," he explained, "because prlees of new homes !ar outdistance their value." E. L. Paterson, another local building /contractor, asserted that a house, costlni $2,500 to 1 build five years ago, now costs about $9,500. "Prices have advanced three times and more," he said, "and everything connected with building Is higher." "We're trying to hang on to our men," he declared, "as spring should see a new start In building. People still want to build." W. E. Connell, Portsmouth contractor who recently returned from a lumbermen's association n'ortheastern co nvention held In New York City, cites the tremendous building programs underway In New Janey, Connecticut and Rhode Island. "The Portsmouth area is far behind," he declared, "but you really have to wait until April to be able to tell whethef Ib will be a permanent slum p." This weather discourages any sort of planning, Mr. Connell hazarded, but when It a,et.s war 111 er, people may start thinking about the new homes thPy want. John Iafolla of the Iafolla Constrnct!on company described the number of people who Inquire about prices of buildIng homes, then .say "I'll see you la ter." They never .show up again, he said. However, Mr. Iafolla takes an optimistic view toward a spnng boost,, James T. Whitman , Portsmouth bmlding in.,pecior, reported that, only five permits were Issued during January of this year while 14 were IS,!,Ued in January, 1947. Recently the department of commerce and department of labor Issued a Joint e.stlma te that new constru ction in lhe nation• w!ll reach $15,200,000 ,000 In 1948, a gain of 20 % over 1947. The federal 11gl"iu:le.s expr1·t t11at private residential b11ilrtlng, exclusive of farm construc tion, will hit $6,000 ,000 ,000, a 25% lnrren ~e. :Parm b111lcli11g, they predict will total $500, 000,000, up . 10r~. They cs ! 1nm le that about $11,375,000.000 of the '48 total 1vill be financed privately and bhe rest will be Pllbl!c. ·Herald .· Sets· New Policy . ·_()i, .Radio -Log Listings ~,''..."'t.1 ' 1 • .P\.tbllcatlon of weekly radio pro- to all radio .stations In New Eng- rrani listings in The New Hampshire Gazette supplement of The Port ■mouth Herald Is discontinued with today's Issue. . Unable to accommodate alJ of the stations seeking space and unw1lling to adopt the discriminatory .practice of pu'Ql!sh!ng only . a selected few programs, The Herald Is inauguratfng ·a. daUy "radio program service" -open to alJ stations-on a paid advertising basis. ·. · In place of the weekly program listings in The Gazette, a new feature-"The World This Week"makes its debut in today's Issue. It offers a fulJ page review of news •throughout the world in cartoons, :maps, charts ,and text, prepared by the editors of the Associated Press. Termination by newspapers , · of the free space policy for radio la a warmly debated Issue in the two Industries, with news-. , paper executives taking the po.altlon that radio is a self-sustaining business and, as such, should bear the legitimate .ex- · pense of Its own operation, The 11ewspapers contend that program listings constitute the offerIng of commercial features, the same as merchand!.se advertised by any other business concern. The Miami, Fla., H~rald 'took the initiative . with that point of view and is winning widespread support from -;i!lwspapers throughout the country: . The• a.ttltude of The Herald wu ~xp:e55ed in a ,letter which went out land. It stated: "That the radio Industry ls growIng by leaps and bounds Is !ndlcat. ed by the phenomenal Increases In the number of stations now In operation or In the planning stages. This increase adds another problem with regard to the publishing or radio program listings which are of such Importance to the stations Involved. "How much space should be allocated to each station? What 11tations should be selected for listings? How are the programs to be listed, by program name, by sponsor's name, or by product advertised? How many people are Interested In what program? "These are just a few of the questions that a newspaper has to answer In an attempt to out-guess the diversified tastes of the listeners who are also the newspaper's readers. "We have given the questioi1 of radio program listings serious thought and study,, as we know you have. There was a day when it was feasible and practical for a news• paper to publish free programs for the few stations 111 existence. The number of stations presently requesting program listings and those who will be requesting them 1n the near future makes a continuation of. the free listings Impossible. "For a newspaper to run certain programs and refuse others would be both arbitrary and dlscrlmin'atory. (Please turn to pa&"e two) "Ever since radio was In Its infancy, during the development stage and for many years thereafter, It has been accorded space freely in The Herald. Now, however, radio ha~ reached its maturity and has become a full-fledg·ed, self-sustaining industry which we deem well able to assume the responsibility of promoting its offerings before the public, just as other established businesses do. "We believe you will agree with us that the answer to the problem ls one of purely good advertising sense. If a station desires to acquaint its llsteners with the programs 1t has to offer and the products it 1s selJing, it should reach those people by the most effective method we in the newspaper, radio and allied businesses know of-advertising." . �Izaak Pays Off '3~•\C\ Portsmouth Man Starts Fishing Lure Business be a rack, a pair of pliers a nd Beads and .shiny trinkets wire cutters. sound like kid's stuff but for So far Mr. Bodge b as filled Merrow Bodge of Port.smouth orders for wholesalers as far they are the start of a promiswest as Michigan although he ing whole.sale business. has received requests from An ardent fishing fan, he has houses farther away. Last year long been interested In the lures a Texas firm ordered 10,000 best liked by wary "big ones." spinners, he said, but he wasn't Now he's making shiny spinners equipped then to fill the bill. by the h1mdreds bo ship Recently he sold his Seacoast lihroughout the country. Music shop to Nelson K. Ward In a workshop set up In his of 820 State street, Port.smouth Pamiaway Manor home at 296 veteran and wen-known organColonial drive, Mr. B od g e ist. Located at 10 Congress tihreads the glittering goldstreet, the store has sheet music, plated or rhodium plated instruments and accessori Mr. spoons, bright red and silver Bodge, who also is a mu le beads on !on.:; wires to make teacher and president of the his own Sebago master spinmusicians union in Port mouth, ners. had operated the shop for about An invention . of his fabher, two years. the late Dr. Joseph P . Bodge, Mr. ward, former organist the spinner is characterized by at the North church, Congregaits big l\,Ulaw leaf ehaped spoontional, is in charge of religious at the top and two smaller music at the Portsmouth naval ear-shaped spoons near the disciplinary barracks at the bottom. Portsmouth naval base. He also Dr. Bocige, a r etired physiteaches music and plays piano, cian, fished Sebago for 60 years. clarinet and saxophone In Jocal After he had developed his orchestras. He "11°111 be assi ted Ideas about lftle l ure popular In the shop by Miss Louise Dore with the elusive fish, he made of Portsmouth. a few for friends. Gradually the product ion increased and last year his son decided to go into the buslnes . · At fi rst he encountered difficulty In obtaining swiveled safety hitches but now he imporl.s them from Newark,, N. J. The spoons he has plated here in Portsmouth. Until now, however, he has imported these too. Howe'Ver, he has commissioned an Exeter firm to · make dies for stamping them and when these are ready in about a month, stamping will be done in Exeter, All assembly is done by Mr. Bodge now but he expects to increase tl1e production soon to the point where h e will parcel out some of the work to be· done in private homes. "It's very s!n1ple to thread on th e · beads," he explained, "and all the equipment needed will NO CHILD'S PLAY- Ierrow Bodge of Pannaway Manor has launched Sebago master spinner, invention of his father, the la.te Dr. Joseph P. Bodge of Portsmouth. lie uembles the t.ackle at his bench in the cellar of his home. (Port1moutb ~Is own wholesale production of fishing lures, th Herald i,hotol I �. 'o\;:) Local Sardine Canning Plant IT'S ALL IN KNOWING HOW-Sardine canning, like many other mass production processes in this modern mechanical age, I~ simpler than lh, seems after you see how it's done. The above pictures give the "here's how" at the Hampshire Food company plant on I slington . st1:eet. They show the six main steps, from start to finish. At top left, Wesley Brown and Robert Thomas, both of Portsmouth, preside . at the washing t anks· in the receiving room. After dipping the fi sh out th ey dump t hem on a conveyor which carries them to the "flakmg" depar tment, where they are spread on wire-mesh racks to be "pre-cooked" and dried. Gene Mead of York Village a nd Woodbury Arger eow of Portsmouth demonstrate that phase of th e operation,. The fish next reach the nimble hands of women trimmers, such as Irene Carlow a nd Mrs. Laurence Page of Portsmouth, who snip off the heads, cut them down to size and place them in the cans. Racked again, the fi sh are t aken to the "oiler"; where, 20 cans at a time, they are placed under a set of multiple jets and saturated with evenly distributed spurts of soya bean oil. John ·Hernowski of Portsmouth is shown m anning the "oiler." Sealing of the . cans comes next. This is done mechanically, but the machin e must be "fed" by hand. Performing thi s task are Mrs. Anne Polini and Ellen Hoff, qf Portsmouth. Thus contained, the sardines go into huge kettles, or "retort s," for 75 minutes of cooking. Then they are carried out on another conveyor and dumped into bins for the final phase of packing. Shown boxing the finish ed product are Elizabeth Langley of Eliot and Phyllis Brown of Portsmouth. (Portsmouth Herald photos ) ;:r'1 �bb ��The Eng ineer Hauled His Fires on Me, Says Bos'n of Tugboat Ferry Incident Short, salty Harrison M. Workman balefully eyed The Por t ■ mo u th Herald's editorial department one recent morning and said: "I com to set you 1·1ght." And r ight he set us, this 60-yearold retired chief boatswain's mate with the factual story of what hap ~ pened to the tugboat ferry 1048 one 20-below zero morning In February 30 years ago. " I didn't break a propeller," said wizened hief Workma n, "The engineer h a uled his fu eti on me.'' And, so, comes the story of how a group of navy yard offi cials had to walk across the ice on the P1scataqua river when their ferry-the same 1048-got stuck in a flood tide ice jam. "We got abreast of old Punkln' light," Che1f Workman, a veteran of 34 years navy service, r elated, "when Engineer Tucker found he couldn't get water Into his boilers. He didn't want to salt 'em .so he hauled the fires." "A flood l1cte caught us and, without power. we were being pushed up toward the Boston and Maine toll bridge with the ice," he said. "We got so close hat I was shimmerin' in my boots. Me and the deck hand poked a hole In the lee and dropped the anchor and th e fer ry swung around on the old mud hook." This, the retired navy chief said, I a much different tale tha n that \\ hich ran in Th e Por ts mouth Herald 30 years ago "lthout saying how the small craft ould h ave capsized had it be n pushed in to t he bridge by the ice floe. "There were '!2 passengers aboa rd," said t h e chief as he reached for a cigaret in his traditional sailor's pea jacket.- Old Jury Box, Scarred by U e, Makes History t fb It's j ust a n old wooden box, Its sides ar scarred from gen era tions of use a nd lls bottom edges h ave been bev 1 d off from slidi ng across numb erless counters. But n ext onda th Ward 2 clerk will draw th names of the A11rH term jurors from It, a-s hls predecessors have been doing for near! • two centuries. atled gilt lettering on the Hd reads: "Province of ew Ha mpshir e, Portsmouth, May 29, 1758." l\lore time-faded gilt on th back panel says, "Petit Jurol'6 fo r the Inferior Courl." The nails holdin g the plne boarding togeth er are of hand wrought Iron and th hinges slill show the m arks of some old- time snti th 's hammer. ' o m an knows lhe n umber of times a. blind-fold ed clerk has reach ed lnlo lhe box to dra.w forth a man's name which might . mean the difference between life and liberty to per ons lo t in th e obscurity of histo rJ . I "and they were m y only con cern." "Didn't care so much about the crew or myself, we got back abou 2: 15 that afternoon, but I sure was scared for the passengers.'' Another point on which Chief Workman fo und fault was the date. "H appened on F eb. 18, not Feb. 11," he sa id. The da te was written on the back of tv.:o yellowing photographs the chief has. They were I taken the day of the incident. hief Wo rkman aid he enlisted In t he navy at Louisville, y., in 1907 an d served 34 year11 n d 16 d ys-" don't forget the 16 da s; my wife 1ets a klck out of th t.'' "You'll have the story straight, now,'' he chuckled an d, going out the door , added : "That's pre y good for a man ho was 60 las November but who h ai;n 't iOt a gray hair on his head." e To the Editor: ~ Isn't it too bad that so many houses are being tom down in Portsmouth, a nd elsewhere, when so many familles---veterans and otherwise-are needing places to live? I am mentioning this because there are t wo houses being torn down right n ow on Islington street, just above the hlgh school-good, strongly built houses, built about l 1800 when good timber was available and workmanship came cheap. These two houses were built by one o! Portsmouth's ftnest house- 1 wrights of the day, John Miller. The house nearest the American Legion home ·was his own residence. In passing by, one observes fine touches of architecture in these two h ouses; I an interesting entrance with int ricate carving, a finely carved fireframe and - mantelpiece, a graceful curved staircase, etc. These two h ouses seemed to be in decent condition. They were not eye-sores or disreputable and are in a r esidential section of the town. Isn't it a shame to destroy them? Couldn't they h ave been removed to another location where they could have been used as homes? And soon there will be another lovely . old house dismantled-the Jewett house, just east of the high school. This ftne home was built about 1790 by one Mr. William Seavey and afterwards occupied by Capt. Robert Parker, for whom P arker street was named. This attractive little house must go t o make way for the n ew telephone building. Why does Portsmouth care so little for its old houses that they are allowed to pass into oblivion without one voice raised? Why do we destroy our heritage when thousands o! people come here every year to admire our architecbural treasures? We travel miles and miles to admire Williamsburg, a complete restoration. Here we have originals and we think so little of t hem. Why? "ANTIQUARIAN" . l Plans Completed Here For Readings by Poet Plans have been completed by the Warner House a-Ssoclatlon for read- 1 ings, "American Patterns," by Robert P. Tristam Coffin at the P ortsmouth Community Center, Daniels street, Mond11.y. r. After the reading . tea wlll be* :. - ------------Patronesses will include Mrs. served In the Warner house across John Templeton Coolidge, J1., the street from the Community a nd Mrs. George Lord, both of P ortsmouth; Mrs. John Howells, Center. There will be h ostesses in Mrs. Storer Decatur, Mrs. Ed- ' each room of the house, built in Hostesses will include Anne Badward S. Crocker a nd Mrs. / · 1716 by Capt. Archibald MacPhaeger, Joan Dale and Carol Seybolt, ·winslow Peirce, all of Kittery dris, and they wlll be dressed in all of Portsmouth; Jane Bellamy of Point; Miss Eliza.beth P erkins, costumes of different periods during Eliot, Betty Ann Blewett of DurMrs. Miles White and Mrs. Ferwhich the house has been occupied. ham, Hildegard Brewster of Kittery gus Reid, all of York Harbor. General chairman is Mrs. William Mrs. Wallis Walker of R ye Beach, Point , Elizabeth and Roselta Corey G. We ndell, daughter-in-law of the of Concord, Mass., Virginia delate Mrs. Barrett Wendell of Bos- Mrs. Cord Meyer of North Hamp- Rochemont of Newington, Lois Tanton, Mrs. John H . Brown, Jr., of t he ton and Portsmouth. Assistin g as ner Green of New Castle, Ann and chairman of patronesses is Mrs. Portsmouth naval base, Mrs. Mor- Eleanor Kingman of Kansas City, ton Deyo of Boston and Kittery Wllliam M. Seabury. Miss Rosamond Kan., Betsy Knapp of Kittery Point. Thaxter of Kittery Point will be in Point, Miss Lewellyn Parsons of Jean Longstaff of York Harbor, Kennebunk, Mrs. Barrett Wendell charge of hostesses and Mrs. R . C. L. Isabel and Linell Nas h of Little of Hamilton, Mass., Mrs. Charles Greer will serve as refreshments D . Osborne of Auburn, N. Y., and Boar's Head, Barbara Penrose of chairman . Philadelphia, Pa., Elizabeth and Mrs. John P . Marquand. William SawYer of Kittery Point. Also Mrs. AugUstus Banks, Mrs. Stewart Barnett, Mrs. Thomas Marvin Dale, Mrs. John Haig and Mrs. George Kahl . ------- I �Winter of 1918 Still Hasn't Thawed In Memory of~\?Those Who Recall It -~·»-+l- ~;· :* --~~, · Washington underrated the population of Exeter, for the town boasted 1,722 inhabitants In 1790. The diary gives no impression of the town in general. Phillips Exeter Academy was then too small an Institution to be noted by the President. The diary says further, "A jealousy subsists between this town (where the Legislature alternately 1 sits), and Portsmouth; which, had I known It In time, would have made it n ecessary to have accepted an invitation to a Pllblie dinner,' but my I arrangements having be,m otherwise ma.de, I could not." With the passing of Washington, the tavern once again melted into obscurity. Ownership of 'WAY BA K WH -'l'he winter of 1918 16 still vivid in th e memorle! of Portsmouth naval shipyard workers who were stranded in them ddle of the Piscataqua ril'er v.h en the ferry laking them lo their jobs was imprisoned in the lee-choked waters. 'l'his photograp h was taken after the p ssengers had fashioned a brldre from boards to co11tinue their journey-just 30 yean ago this week. So you think we're having cold weather, eh? Well, ask some of the old tim ers about the winter of '18. They'll tell you that during February of that year ice-covered thermometers registered lower than 20 below zero. Why it was so cold that a group of navy yard workers were able to walk across the Piscataqua river to the Portsmou th naval shipyar d when th eir ferry became lodged between ice floes. It was the mornmg of Feb. 11 -just 30 ears ago this week. More than a hundred shiverIng navy yard workers plowed through snow-covered Portsmouth streets and boarded navy yard ferry No. 1048 at the Daniels &treet landing. nuddle of the Plscataqua the propeller fail ed and the craft was at the mercy of the Icejammed rive r. The vessel drifted helplessly until it became Icebound. With the ferry stuck and the prospect of being late for work facing them the group of navy yard workers devised the plan of walkin g ashore on boards laid across the frozen nver and made the unusual trek without an accident. An accoun t of the Incident pu blished m The Herald th at day \\ as accompanied by the followmg poem, which Is just as appropriate to the winter of 1948: On that day. h eadlines ln The Herald informed readers that Russia had ordered her troops demobilized, tha t Col. Theodore Roosevelt's health was failin g and that President Wilson had addressed congress in a join t session concerning speeches of the German chancellor and Austria n forei gn minister. Porlsmoulh There was an abw1dance of nev. s that day, but as usua l, the con ersat1on turned to the wea ther. An d it was something to talk about. An excited youth noticed a thermome ter was dipping below the minus-20 mark. Older men rubbed their frigid hands to gether for warmth and described the weather as the coldest they had experienced. A little wmte r now and then Is relished by the wisest men; But nature needn't be 50 rough; We know when we have had enough. When. lihe ferry reached the Old Exeter Tavern Starts New Life as Private Home It took Exeter workmen about three days to move the old Folsom tavern from Its foundations in Hemlodk square to its new location at the foot of Town hill. As a reward she received a comAnd there It stands today-178 years old, sturdy, steamheated and pliment and a kiss from the President. the present home of Mr. and Mrs. Foster Stearns, elderly statesman and The Exeter entry In Washington's former United States representative. l! In Portsmouth the previous day. h e diary Is brief. He writes, "This is T he old tavern, built in 1770 by arrived in Exeter with his pa.rty at considered as the second town In Col. Samuel Folsom, was the ·scene about 10 o'clock 1n the morning New Hampshire, and sta!:ds at the of excitement in Exeter on Oct. 4, and was greeted by the town's In- 1 head of the tide-water of Piscataqua 1789 when President George Wash- habitants who had gathered In the 1 river; but ships of 3 or 400 tons are ingto' n entered the village and square. built at It. Above (but In the town) halted his horse there. are considerable falls, which supply Colonel Folsom then set out a several grist mills, 2 oyl mills, a slitHistory books say that Washing- breakfast for the Presiden t and his ting mill, and snuff mill. It is a ton spent about an hour at t he party. According to tradition Mar- place of some consequence, but does tavern. The President was return- garet Emery, a relative ot the land- not contain more than 1,000 inhabiing to Massachusetts after a visit lord's wife, waited on him. tants." I the building changed several times after Colonel Folsom's death. In the next hundred-odd years it served as a restaurant, a boarding house ,a drug store, a fish market, a millinery store, a barber shop and once housed a spiritualist. In the early 1900's tihe property was puroilased by the late John Scammon, Exeter attorney. In 1929, when tihe property was sold to a New York oil concern, Attorney Scammon offered the. building to the Cincinnati society, an organization founded by' Washington: for officers of the Revolutionary war and their descendants. The oil company had planned construction of a filling station on the property, so the house had to be moved. Its chimneys had to be taken down, and electric and telephone wiring strung across Water street had to be raised to allow the house to be rolled down the street to its new location. The three. day moving process attracted -many spectators. The Cincinnati society had the house set on a n ew foundation. And there it squatted-vacant for almost 19 years-its plastered ceilings cracked and sagging; its windows broken ; dust and cobwebs dominating every corner; and its once white coat of paint cracked and peeling. The tavern was neglected until this past spring when Foster Stearns of Hancock worked out an agreement wti.ereby he and Mrs. Stearns would live In and c,are for . the eight-room building. Contractors and carpenters went to work on It. And May 16 found the old tavern the new home of Mr. an d Mrs. Stearns, listed in the town directory at 21 Spring street. The original walls and floors still stand ; seven of the eight rooins still retain their fireplaces . The eighth room Is a modernly-furnished kitchen. The room Washington dined in is especially cared for through a fund left by Brig. Gen. William E. Huston, a Revolut ionary war office~ I �Petticoats x Pioneers : York- *** *** They*** Rocked Cradles, But Built a Maine Town *- -- - - -- -- - By DORIS MARSTON "The han~ that rocks the cradle rules the world" may be an old saymg, but it is just as ti:ue now as it was in olden times. In the early days of York, Maine, as in other towns wom~n were not considered very important in the schem~ ~f thmgs, but behind every man who brought fame to that former busy seaport, there h as been a woman. Among the ea rliest sett lers was* _ _ _ __ _.1.t...!..cc._!._ _.!,__ _ __ Personal remarks from Rev. Frances Hilton , wife of William Hilton, who ran a York ferry around Moody's pulpit were frequent. 1650. Mr. Hilton is said to have The Sunday after Judge David been a huge, fearless tnan and his · Sewall, the town's first citizen, wife a true h elpma te. The Indians was married, he went to clrnrch, of ten crossed York river a t the Hil- his silver shoe buckles gleaming, his ruffles stiffly starched. On ton ferry. On many a dark and stor my nigh t , his arm was ltis bride, resplenMrs. Hilton h eard Indian warhoops- dant in her bridal finery. They given in signal, not in hostili tyevidently arrived late and the and would go alone in a canoe to minister interrupted his dis carry the J;ndians across. On one cour se to shout, "Here comes occason the I ndians who gathered at Judge Sewall with his lady and her house became so a nnoying she his ungodly strut." drove them all out. Thereafter they Mrs. Sewall was a gracious lady. regard ed her with r espect. /People still point with pride to the York women learned to feel terror Sewall mansion, called Coventry a t sight of Indians In the latter Hall, In York Village, where the seventeenth century. one of these judge_ and his la~y ~n t~rtained all was Lydia Dummer, the daughter of the_ important d1g111tar1es of the John Alcock. She was the wife of penod. 1 Shubael Dummer, ¥ aine's first orYork's first woman shopk¥per wa~ dalned minister, who came to preach a t the First Parish Church Mrs. Phebe Royal Tanner, who In 1 in 1665. One day la te in January, 1714 bought a small lot near the 1692, while mounting his horse to public library and erected a store. make a ministerial visit, the Rev. Her grandson, Royal Tyler, was the Mr. Dummer was killed by Indians first American dramatist . Although the employment of · who then seized Lydia's young son FIFTH GENERATION DECATUR IN NAVY-Midshipman Stephen and m ade oJI with him. The young women in industry is a compara- 1Decatur, VIII, of Garden City, N, Y., and Kittery Point, great-great-grandmother followed close behind until tively recent development , Elizabeth nephew of Commodore Stephen Decatur, IV, hero of the war with the Carlisle, born in York in 1797, oper- Barbary pirates in 1804, poses before his ancestor's portrait at Camp she too was made a prisoner . The long, gruelling walk was too ated the first loom in New England, Decatur, U. S. naval training station, San Diego, Calif. Young Decatur, much for the lad and as h e fell be- located at Dover. She was later em- 19, has just returned from a training cruise to Pearl Harbor. He is a hind, he was killed by a tomahawk. ployed to start the weaving at the member of the 'Daval ROTC at the University of Virginia and the brother ' Lydia was forced to leave him lying new cotton mill in York. She was of Mrs. Douglas J. Armsden a nd Mrs. William -Augustus Peirce, both of there, dying in the path . · Several paid $1 a week and board. Kittery Point. days later she, too, died, consumed · York claims Maine's first woman novelist. She was Sally . Sayward by grief. Barrell, the daughter of Sarah SayAlthough the education of ward and Nathaniel Barrell . When women was not encouraged in , her young husband, Richard Keatthe early days of York history, ing, died, leaving her with four females were at last allowed to small children, she began to write learn enough to become teachunder the pen name "A Lady From ers. Around 1827 Miss Mary JaMaine" . Years later, when she A tour through the Wentworthcobs bad a school in her home married Col. Abie! Wooct of WisGardner house and bhe Warner on the hill at the northeastern casset, she wrote under the name of house was featured at the quarterly end of Sewall's bridge. 'l'he tuimeeting of the New Hampshire Madam Wood. The Old York Historical and Imtion was six cents a week if paid The thought of women partichapter of the American Institute provement society ls a m onument in cash, but coffee, suga r, tea cipating in government would of Architects, Thursday at the.Hotel to the work of many an d notably t o and other commodities were have horrified even the women Harringtop at North Rye Beach. one, the la te Mrs. Newton Perkins taken in barter instead. themselves in the days of long whose work in, helping to pre.serv~ ·At -a business' meeting five new Hannah Moody, · the wife of the ago. Yet when Massachusetts the . old Gaol resulted in the ormembers were approved for memRev. Sam uel Moody, known far and forced the submission of Maine, gamzatlon of the society. bership. The membership has grown wide as "F a ther Moody", mus t have Mary Topp (or Tapp} was the Mrs. Perkins home, now owned b from seven to 26 in th e past year. had trouble planning h er meals, for only woman to sign the submish~r daughter, Miss Ellzabeth Pe/ .. part of ~r h usban d's salary was sion papers from York. HisFollowing dinner, John J . White, k11:5, ls not far from Sewall's bridge paid in foodstuffs. F ath er Moody torians have never understood built In 1761 by Major Samuel Se~ Jr., field secretary of the American came to York in 1698. A minister of why. wall, the first pile bridge in AmeriInstitute of Architects, gave a reeloquence and no mincer of words, The late Miss Adeline Marshall ca. , port of th~ institute's activities and his sharp tongue was feared by those was York's only woman customs ofThere have been a number of answered questions presented by who strayed from h is definition of ficial at the turn of the present legends about unusual women in members from the floor. the straigh t and narrow path of century, when the town was a busy York, but the town's favori te is rlgh teousness. seaport. Her father's coal business Maud Muller, wh o lived up Brixham It was announced t hat 70 % of the now is run by her sister, Miss Kath- way. John Greenleaf Whittier wh ile country's practicing architects are el"ine Eastman Marshall. The o~t walkjng got lost and inq~ired members of the American institute. latter, too, has made history, not d1r~~tlons of a. maiden who was Arrangements · for the meeting only in York but throughout the rakmg hay. The poem "Maud M 1were made -by Maw·lce E Witmer u state as a clubwoman, writer and 1er" was based upon the incident of Portsmouth. · musician. by the famous ooet. I \ Architects Tour Gardner_Hou_s·ew~ I ~ I ~-- �1\ The Setting Was Perfect-for Murder *** . *** *** mf5 Smutty Nose Slayings !5 Years Ago Still An Intriguing Story ~y BETTY J. ELSON Mrs. Christenson, who had jumped I Only a bright March moon and R. from the window, found her escape terror-atrlcken woman were witnesses on the barren, snow-covered Isles cut off by Wagner. Three blows fr om of Shoals the night o! March 5, 18731 an axe struck her down at the corner of the house. a night of murder. 1 Karen, "too tired" to attempt esThree women, the only human occupants of Smutty Nose island, ~ape, remained in the house to meet slept fitfully that March night 75 a similar fate while Mrs. Hontvet, years ago awaiting the r.eturn of clad only in a. nightgown with a their menfolk from Portsmouth, io heavy skirt over her shoulders, fled outside Into the cold night. rolling miles of dark water away. Wagner, fearing he m~ht lose bis The setting ,.,,as perfect-for boat on a. flood tide, gave up the murder. At the moment a. black hulk of a hunt for his third victim, and at man was forcing a dory lslandward Isunrise the woman made her way with savage strokes. His goal--$600, to the tip of the island where she a tidy fortune In 1873. But he m ssed I signaled inhabitants of Appledore. Wagner rowed to the mainland with that goal by $584. Two murders for the gain of $16. j 16, all he could find. The la.w worked swiftly, Wa gner, This crime-the cold-blooded murder of the Christenson sisters by almost overcome with th e guilt of Louis Wagner, a. German transient- hls actions, returned to Por tsmouth stlll Is remembered as one of the in the early hours of m orning. He most atrocious homicide cases recorded hereabouts. had his whiskers ·shaved off, perThe six hardy residents ,of Smutty haps to attempt disguise, and took Nose who had weathered five bitter I th e morning train for Boston but wlnt~rs a t the Shoals, wer,e John C., freedom was not his ~or long. He Hontvet and his wife, Maren ; was apprehended by mghtfall. Matthew Hon tvet; Ivan Christenson, Protesting his Innocence he his wife, Anethe, and sister, Karen. I was brought back to Portsmouth Louis Wagner, knowing all theJ where an angry, cursing mob ' men were in Por tsmouth that rught ought to lynch him. Definite stole a boat and ro wed across the plans were made for an imdark wa ers hoping to steal $600 promptu hanging when it was he knew was hidden by the Hontvets learned that a Kittery coroner's on Smutty Nose. jury had rendered a verdict that Hontvet put out the next morning "Anethe and Karen Christenson to set his trawls ithout returning c~me to their deaths by an axe to his 6lllall cottage on the island. wielded by Louis Wagner." The defendant, arraigned March A woman signalling from the shore 12, 1873, in South Berwick before ~augh t his attention. He sent two tria l Justice Alexander Dennett men ashore who returned with news Esq., pleaded "not guilty.'' ' of trouble. Caught in a. tangle of incr~ntin Accompanled by five men atlng evidence, Wagner wa.s tried Hontvet rushed to Smutty ose in court in Alfred, Me., June 9 to to find the battered bodle!! of 18. 1'1;e jury, after deliberating only Anethe and Karen Christenson HISTORIC EDIFICE-Kittery Point's First Congregational church 55 minutes, returned a verdict of amidst broken and blood-stained will be the scene Sunday of a. colorful Colonial observance. murder in th e first degree in one furplture. Hontvet's wife was case only, that of the slaying of the only one of th e trio t.o esJune, 184.0. The sermon was Anethe M. Christenson as charged The dusty pages of Kittery's 300 cape. ln the indictment. pre ented upon completion of years of history will be reviewed She had sough t refuge on Applerepairs to the white tructure. Sunday when Colonial Sunday Is After a self-prealcted escape Wagdore island anct, hysterically told of ner again was captured and hanged observed rut the two-century-old Portraying a key part will be the night of horror. in 1875 a t the Maine state prison Kittery Point First Congregational Joseph W. P . Frost as Sir William She related that Wagner had at Thomaston. church. Pepperrell of the battle of Louisburg entered the house through an un- I Garbed in the fa shions of old New fame and Mrs. Frost as Lady Peplocked door. Karen, sleeping on a. j , Although murderers in l\faine England, tradition-minded Kittery perrell. The Ki ttery Point man is couch in the kitchen had cried out were sentenced to hanging residents will attend church services a direct descendent of Sir WilUam. "John, you scared me!" She didn't .Wagner had 13 predecessors at 10 am. Interwoven with the event . The First Congregational church realize that the man wh o had who had escaped the noose as wm be memories of the early ship- parish was established in Kittery in entered the house was not John the governors had never issued HonLvet but her murder er, a man building community with many of 1714 and was known as the First requisitions for such a penalty. the first settlers and prominent Church of Kittery. she previously had refused to marry. He did have the dubious honor Mrs. Hon tvet said she heard Two pastors served the church citizens being portrayed. someone beating Karen. The bedof being th e la.st man to die by during the first 100 years of its Interrupted by thr ugly shadth e hangman's rope in th e state room door into the ki tchen was existence. One was the Rev. John ow of World War IJ, the obser locked from the kitchen .side but of llfaine. Newmarch who came to Kittery folvance-the first in . everal years as Mrs. Hontvet pounded on it the This gruesome story has come lowing his graduation from H ar-will center around the hiscatch was released. She reached out down thro~gh the years and this vard in 1697. In 1751 h e was suctoric rededicatory :vlclress given and managed to pull Karen to summer will be run:ied by Loms deby the Rev. Tobias ,H. Miller in (Please turn to page two) temporary safety in the bedroom Rochemont of Newmgton as one of with herself and ethe. the first of a series of semi-documentary fil ms to be produced by him. Many years later the .story took an unexpected twist when some unknown source r eported Mrs. Hontvet· bad returned to her native NorThis chapter In the history of the way and on her death bed had con- Isles of Shoals might never have fessed to the bru tal slayings. This been written if an attempt, made story was discredited by all officials early ln the history of the Islands, connected with the case. to bar women from the community, had succeeded. 'fl \ ._- Kittery Will Dust Off History for Colonial ··Day t I �!New Hampshire's Burial Grounds Hold Legends By FRANK STOUT No matter how far a man roams, the saying goes, he always turns home to die and be buried Jn the Isoil from which he sprang. r Nowhere is that legend more convincing than along the New HampIl shire and southern Maine coast and in towns and v!llages that spread out in a broad, westward fan from Portsmouth. For here, wherever the traveler goes, by train, by automobile or by boat, he will see private cemeteries, the bm·ial grounds of old families, many of · them gope from history, some still surviving. Many of the burial grounds are tuckecl in pastures in back of old farmhouses. Others present their shady fronts to the three-lanecl stretch of busy Route 1 from ewburyport to Portland. Some-in almost in- accessible spots-face the sea, their granite headstones washed by the Atlantic's spindrift: Legends have grown around them as fast as the weeds and trees that hide them: But actual histories of these old cemeteries are almost non-existent. In Hampton, one old cemetery is said to be the resting place of some 20 Colonial heroes who we1·e cut Colonia·I Sunday(Continued from page four) 1 ceeded by the Rev. Benjamin Stevens. The Rev. Tobias Milici·, who will be portrayed Sunday by the Rev .. Roderick A. MacDon al d, present church pastor, was named to the church's pastorate in 1838. Mr. Miller served on a building committee which raised money for church repairs and in June, 1840, the renovations were completed and the clergyman gave his rededica tory address. The same m essage will be repeated Sunday by Mr. MacDonald. Miss A. Lillian Walker is chairman of general arrangements Also serving on the various committees are Mr. and Mrs. MacDonald, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Cutts, George L. Trefethen, Reginald F. Berry, Mr. and Mrs. Reid Eastman, Charles H. Doughty, Graham G. Alvord, Joseph H. Smith, Miss Esther Graham, Mrs. Leon W. Bradbury, Oscar Clark, A. Farnsworth Wood, Mrs. - r ett P. Billings, Mrs. ·J. Evelyn Woods, Mrs. Ira C. Keene, Carroll T. Evans, Dudley Herbert, Mrs. Ralph Pruett, Mrs. Harold , Young, Mrs. Guy C. Batchelder, Mrs. Horace Mitchell, Mr. Frost and Charles Brackett. I OVERGROWN-This old family burial-ground in Eliot is shrouded in trees and peaceful shade. Its iron-wrought gate is swung open and in the, background, a tall monument is barely visible in the trees. (Portsmouth Herald photo) I down l:,y British bullets in the battle Hampton are claimed to hold the for Breed's hill in Charlestown. bodies of Indians who joined forces Others in Eliot, Rye, York and with their white conquerors. The majority of them, however, started out as simple, private burial grounds ln the long years past when New England farmers had no thought of a public cemetery. They wanted to be buried in the same earth they owned and that had given them their livelihood, Today. with many of the families extinct, new landowners have purchased farms with stipulations in their deeds that the private cemeteries on the property be "unmolested or maintained." The era 6f the private burial ground is all but past, however, in the opinion of Portsmouth undertakers. They say they have very few cases where burial takes place in a private Jot. Burial in a private lot is allowed under New Hampshire and most municipal laws, however, on the condition that there be room in the cemetery and that burial takes place without increasing the size of the burial-ground. A new, private burial-ground can no longer be had in New Hampshire without legislative approval. Even so-and despite the lack of historical records about them -old burial grounds have le.ft New England a heritage of wit and moral lessons that will survive many more centuries. Take, for example, these inscrip tions, culled from cemeteries in the Portsmouth area: In Ogunqu!t's Locust Grove ceme1 tery : "Sir Charles "Son of "J otham and Ma1'y "Littlefield "Died "Sept. 9, 1880 "At 16 yrs., 2 mos. "Remember a-s you pass by "As you are now so once was I. "And as I am now soon you must be. "Prepare for death and follow me.'' Young Sir Charles really was not a "sir" at all. His parents were farmers-not nobility. In Kittery Point is this inscription: "Margaret Hills, consort of Oliver Hllls, died Oct. 31st, 1803, ae 28. "I lost my life in the raging sea "A sovereign God does as He please. · "The Kittery friends they did appear "And my remains they btll'ied here." In York's Scotland cemetery a tomb tells the world of all the great attributes of a minister's wife. It reads. "Mrs. Hannah Moody, consort of ye Revnd. Mr. Samuel Moody, an early and thoro Convert, eminent for holiness, prayerfullness. watchfullness, zeal, prudence, weanedness, From ye world, self-deniall, publick-spiritedness, diligence, faithfullness and charity, departed this life in sweet assurance of a better, Janry 29th , 1727." �<\~ Anotner 1hlportant figure in the umversity's physical problems is 39year old William A. Medesey, BA, MF, dean of men, who, ·like all other school administrators, is waging a day to day battle wi th overcrowding obstacles such as housing. UNH Rolls with the Punches'1 * ** * * * ~t\l.ti * * * 3,800 Student Body Strains School to Limit (Editor's Nole: This Is the first of a series of five articles on the University of New Hampshire at Durham, written by Herald Stall' Writer Ernest R. Tidyman.) By ER IBST R. TIDYMAN Young in years, mature in attitude and preparedlike a man with a feather-stuffed pillow in his shirt-to "roll with the punches" and the af•termath effects of a tragedy called war. This is the Unfversity of New Hampshire at Durharp. Almost bursting at its enrollment seams with a record student body of about 3,800, the institution today spreads over 2,300 acres of land in an attempt to serve as an adequate feeding trough for the hungry minds of a egment of the nation's youth. And, giving Dame Fate her quixotic due, a legend tells us it is greatly the result of the unrequited love of shrewd Yankee farmer Benjamin Thompson who stayed a bachelor when a Portsmouth widow spurned his marriag:e proposal many years ago. Because frugal and wealthy Mr. Thompson, who died Jan. 30, 1890, had no heirs and his entire estate went to the state to establish, 20 years after his c:leath: " . . . an agricultural school, to be TIDYMAN located on my Warner fa1·m, so-called, and situated in said Durham, wherein shall be thoroughly taught, both in the schooh·oom and in the field, the theory and practice of that most useful and honorable calling." Total value of the estate at that time was well over $500,000 and its earning value in 1890 was about $19,500 a year. Although much speculation on possible attempts to " break" the will by Mr. Thompson's relatives filled the newspapers of that day, the institution was established and grew to the point of becoming a university in 1923. The school today· is .geographically, commercially and socially Durh am, and Durham is the University of New Hampshire. The fusion of the two, accomplished as new buildings are erected and townspeople, students and faculty members find themselves shoulder to shoulder in facin g everyday problems, is a good one. But ai ding the 500-odd married veteran stud11nts-many of whom are fathers-means find ing economical housing facilities. Many_of the students and their wives now live at Wentworth Acres, others In a 180-unit school housing project on College road. . Occupan.cy of the apar ments20 of which are set aside for faculty members unable t~ obtain other housing-started in January, 1947. They were erected by the government after the university cleared a site, built a road and put in sewer' age, lighting and other facilities. But, as the university is pltgued with these and many other worries, there comes the problems of the individual students themselves, the same students who, Mr. Medesey . says, often times wrongly "see a ' diploma at the end of the road as a 1 ticket to security.'' But that's a subject for discussion ( in a following article. 1 I I Physically, the schoo l Is com paratively new. Its red-bri ck buildings dot Durham as perhaps the community's most modern-and easily the largest -fac tor in the growth and prosperlty of that town. · Also un ell his close supervision , are Durham's unusual pollce and fire departn:ie?ts. Mr. Leavitt s blgg~st problemsone_of them shared with 63-year-old Pohce Chief Loms J . Bourgoin, a'n "institution within an institution"Head man in this section-next to are water and parking. the college president and board of And, although the pair appear trustees-is fri endly, gray-haired comparatively disconnected , their Harold I. "Smiles" Leavitt, 51 , as- cause ls "the major trouble fa cing sociate professor of physics prior to university chieftains : his appointment as superinten dent Overcrowding. of properties two months ago. A.long With Chief ' Bourgoin a. On the shoulders of this Lynn, Mass., native, former electric en- Durh am police official for 31 y:ars, Mr. Leavitt explained it this way: gineering worker and one- time "The parking problem Js all a apartment house and res taurant matter of too many studen ts proprietor, rests the "service" reparkmg too many places where sponsibility of the university's 45 or they're not supposed lo. With 50 buildmgs, classrooms, barns and water, It's a matter of trying to houses. keep the pressure up." · In his almost subterranean office at th\? university's service building !'M· Leavitt estimated that approx~ 1m_atel.v 650 comm uting students drive _automobiles to the school each mormng and tha t small Durham Cpopulatlon: 1,533 ) "looks like downtown Boston durin the rust, -,rs.'' Although former university president Harold W . . · Stoke, recently transferred to one of the "hottest jobs" In educational circles- the presidency of the University of Louisiana-established a good housing program it is encountering many difficulties today. Anticipating a pos war Influx o1 students, Dr. Stoke was instrumental In erection of three new student dormitories. These, according t o Mr. Medesey, enabled the school to be "really ready to take the major impact of this thing." "Si\HLES" LEAVITT A housekeeper of sorts. 1= - - - -- -- - - - -- - . The water difficulty, he explamed, 1s added to by an inadequate water pumping and treating system which working at a near-capacity rate, last week pumped and processed 2,592,000 gallons of water. Care and maintenance of classrooms-now being used 80 % of the time in comparison to their 50% usage in pre-war days-is anoth er one of Mr. Leavitt 's jobs. The P.olice department-with Chief Bourgoin, ano ther officer and four depu tized students-handles a minimum of "crime." "We have a sn all burglary here · once in a wh ile but that's all," Chief Bourgoin said. · The fire department, supp orted by the town and the uni versi ty 0 11 a 50-50 basis, is ~eaded by Fire Chief Carroll !\I. Na&h with two regular firemen and 40 volunteers available for calls. Al though the department handles a relatively small number of fires it services surrounding communl~ ties m emergency cases, pesides Durham and the university. �'R h-Rah' Gone as UNH tudents rious Job a ke c ool a Life No So Pleasant I 0 n Fe dera I hec k (Editor's Note: This ls t he secon d of a series of lh-e artlrles on the nl tr•lty or New Hampshire at Du rham. written by Herald Sta'f Ernest R. Tldyman .) , \I ri ter "Of course we are terribly overcrowded," says the 39-year-old dean of men. "But It Is remarkable how well the students are getting along as Individuals." Pointing to a general rise In grades, generally attributed to th e serious-mindedness of the ve~eran students, Dean Medesey also Is happy that the students are functioning along amongst themselves. " atura ll we didn't kn ow how a lot of veterans, a great n umber of whom saw combat, were going to get a long with students ou t of hig h chool whom the ,,eterans a lmost naturally could b expec ted lo regard as 'youngsters'," h e added. "But so far things have gone extremely well." The dean cited a few minor cort•plalnts on both sides but expla10ed they were easily settled. In one of his few criticisms; of tht university's "at.titudes," Dean Medese\' said: "We seem to be b~·passmg some of the things we like to think people come to college to learn." Specifically citing "culture" and ¥the ability to associate with others on an lnteJJlgent level," Dean Medesey pointed out that extra-cur- Unassuming 46-year-old Dean .S~cket acts as self-styl d "coordmatior·• sections of the unlverity dealing with living arrangements. employment, student healLh counselling, recreational supervl: for slon. maintenance of standards, admissions, scholarship arrangements and the vital records dlvlslon. ost of the "rah-rah " is gone. Member of the New Hampshire Gone from the mind, actions and attitude of th po t- institution's faculty since 1938, olumbia and Univerar student of today at t he ui1iversity_of New Hampshire Hamline, sity of Minne&oba graduate Sacke t in Durham. · slanos high on the list of university And. judging by t h e asser tions of sever al leading ad- admlnlstrators. Ably assisted by committees and ministration fig ures there, it seems one of the best things that ever has happened to the jamn1ed-to-the-gills, lusty advisors-other mem bers of the fac ul~y-Dean Sackett's major concem young Granite State university. is "everything that happens lo the Because it is makin g for better students. student aside from inst.ruction and athletics." . Overcrowded '1.,th a record stuAnd this ranges from the stuH does so '1-ith this budget: dent body of 3,800, the university's dents' main recreational ga herlng Rent 20.00 problems extend much father than j place, a former USO called otch Light ll .OU buildim; ma intenance, classroom hall to occasional advice given Heating· 34.00 upkeep and other physical aspects. through the counselling service to Food 40.00 They center, generally, in 3,800 a male student who~e grades are Milk 10.00 falling off because he ls being henmdivldual, minds, 2,100 of which Car 15.00 are the property of veterans, 900 pecked by his wife. belong to \\'Omen students and the More personal mat. ers regarding $124.50 Total remainder are the responsibility of students fall to Dean of Men Wil the few male students who are not And t hl does not lnclud inJlam A. Medesey, M.F., and Dean of ricular activities have attracted very au.ranee ($6.50 every month; women Ruth J. Woodru!f, Ph .D. veterans. little intere.st since the advent of Typical representative of the vet7.50 every three mon ths and With these go Individua l co unthe veteran-student. . eran group ls 23-year-old mechan$13 Blue ross insura nce also selling on persona.I problems"Al though there has been a great every three months), cloth lnf or man small, yet worthy of a tt.enical engineer student Warren Allen. 'maturing' In atti ude l'l''ith the ve funcliona l necessities for his tlon-such as social fa ilings, finFather of two-year-old Bradley 3ran stud nt. h seems to have no growing child. lien, the former B-17 pilot, who 1 ancia l dif[icullies and minor in"I worked at being a carpenter fractions of school rules. was drafted as a freshman at the interest other than getting th.rough the first summer here but last year On h e women's side Is Dean university today finds: school and receiving his diploma as I went to summer school and Inwoodruff with her Ph. D. degree in "It gem pretty tiresome cutting fast as possible," he explained. tend to again this year," Allen economics from Radcliffe college It so thin." "This sort of student misenand a pleasant, articulate personalFor Warren Allen and his 24- commented. t erprels the m a nlng of high er With both he and his wife doing ity. year-old wife, Geraldine Shaperl ucalion and sees his di ploma. leigh Allen, are living on the gov- occasional odd jobs, Allen says he : I n dealing with women students ernment's $90 a month subsistence has enough money-"along with a (outnumbered by men three to one), at the end of the r oad as a allotments along with personal few bonds I'd hale like heck to ' Dean Woodruff maintains the maticket to security.'' cash"-to complete his choollng in jor problem with UNH's feminine 5avlngs and finding that "thin"' In regard to teaching techniques Sept mber. If not, he adds, he may sector is a social one. means cutting their budget. to a an~ instruction methods, the dean borrow addi ional funds or re ort to "Although they (women students) razor thickness. believes they have been advanced by "a couple of emergency measures." get good grades, most are more con, fry, slow-tall<lng Allen esveterans and the attitude o! stu"The government's proposed In- cerned with social activities th an tim a tes he has spent more tha n crease in subsistence payments with studies," she disclosed. $1,000 of h is personal savin gs in den t.,. , would be a help, but the only way "The problems, therefore, of t wo years-since h is separat on to make it adequate would be to t en are matters of loo few dat s, But this, as a topic, takes u still as a first lieutenant and subdouble it," he said. . or timidness or the inabillly. on further into the workings at . this sequent return lo school-In an Speaking in his four-room reconthe part of a stµclcnt lo assun unlvers!ty where some classes opa ttemp t to: erled navy barrack apartment, il te herself "Ith her companerate fr om 7:30 am to 9:30 pm and (1) i<'lnish the education he exions." difficulties the mo of the "rah -rah" ls gone. pects will help him to a fairly A,llen expressed the belief that he was more fortunate than many alIn solving such comfortable station In me. (2) Adequately feed and clothe though ••my best suit ls the one in university gladly backs parties, mu,vhlch I graduated . from high ~. his family. slcal, dr matlc and writing group I \3) Have just a scraping left over school." In sumrnmg up his status. Allen and e,·en sponsors a "Freshman to provide a minimum o! recreation probably expressed the belief of C',,1,IDP" for all women freshmen stu and amusement. i And to do this he and his brunette most veteran students who are con- dents wishing to attend. The camp, the unlver lty faculty wife must spend many a nigh on front.ed with srmllar problems; member since 1931 explained, ls graphs and ledgers containing the "H'd be ~ill lo quit aft er comprised of several senior girls and ever-rising figUres of their budget. coming this far." from 60 to 80 freshmen who are Discounting such things as a "$1.50 But aside from the Individual given a chance "to get acquainted m onthly liquor bill," young Allen spends his $90 check "two days after problems of one man, the many and know each other." · On the male side of the fence ls it gets here" on essentials like rent, more are the responsibility of the light, heating, food, milk and up- university's s udent adminlstrabion Dean Medesey, a combat veteran 1 headed by former himself who has a happy gleam in keep of his 1939 model automobile. department newspaper reporter Everett B. his eye over future expansion of the Sackett. Ph. D., dean of student university and is well satisfied with the way things are "working out." admmistra tlon. B ER TR., I I I I 74 �Liberal UNH Has Realistic i,,i I Described as "shy almost to the point of being painful," Instructor Schei.er also is perhaps the university's most nationally prominent faculty member in the field of ilberal arts. His ceramic shop-to which enrollmen b is limited-ls housed in lhe same building containing the (Editor's Note. This is the third of a series of five articles on the chool's workshop where, Dean University of New Hampshire at DUiham, written by Herald Staff Writer Ernest R. Tidyman.) J;lleweU remarked as he dubbed himself an "unorthodox educator," By ERNEST R. TIDYMA students are given, a chance "to Inin their creative activities." "Where there is the most light the shadows are the dulgeOrganized in 1941 or 1942 the heaviest," wrote J. W . Goethe in 1771. workshop pro v l des a place And heavy are the shadows at the University of New 1vhere a ' H student, can find a place to release his taleu ts Hampshire at Durham where the "light" is higher educaby "tinkering" just as any othtion and the contrast material is comprised of some 3,800 er Individual is a master careager young minds. penter in his basement, a. The j_ob of casting the shadows and, in doing so, perspeedway king on a U11day haps etchmg the elements of culture and understanding in afternoon drlte or Willie Hoppe the minds of students, falls to hard-pressed professors and on a billiard table. Another experiment ls an instrucinstructors. tion breakdown process In large And no harder-pressed are there :r· - -courses on economic psychology and ln America than those at the over- · To deal with the problems government which were "born of crowded University of New Hampmeans two things : either a · present conditions." shire which stands, fighting to opprior reorganization of the "We have lectures for two meeterate efficiently, stuffed like a man course and Its material or a. ings and then divide the classes up who has had too much to eat. step-by-step reorganization as into groups of from 10 to 25 with Important figure In this and one t)le course progresses. . assistants for one additional session of the best men qualified to unveil · ~d it . hasn't been an ea.sy_ job. to clear up obscure points," Dean Insights on such a job ls "Uuortho- 1 Among the difficulties was the Blewett said. dox Educator" Edward Y. Blewett, fact that many faculty members ac"We also provide a fourth session, M.A., dean of the university's college customed to oth er instructional strictly on the student's own time, of liberal arts, largest of the three j methods, suddenly found t.hemselves and furnish an asslstaint ·and It's a major sections at the school. facing a need to become adept, godd indication of study motivation." LlJ;,eral, lucid 43-year-old Dean I capable and stimulating lecturers. The dean chuckled, "mo&t peoBlewett administratively heads not Adding to this is a prodigious load ple atlend during e am season.''. only the largest of the unllersity's of papers and reports which have In outlining other "new' ventures divisions but also what appears to be to be corrected. the former assistant, to the univerthe most overcrowded of a stuffed Problems also Increased as the sity's late President Englehart re to the hllt school. university tried Its hand at "exmarked one of the greatest ·difficulties of all small and most large Prlmary problem hurdle for the perlmentlng." · former infantry colonel ls: Part of this extends to th e langcolleges and universit.ies in t,he " . . . meeting the objectives uage department where, for adcountry was the procurement, of for which we were established." vanced students, now In process is competent instructors. Realizing this is similar to a a- system called "oral instruction" "We can't compete with pri church-goer attempting to achieve which includes conversation and vate business or high er paying the perfection of God, Dean Blewett composition courses. Institutions and t hat m a kes it faces the problem realistically and Described by UNH Graduate (class hard," he added. with a whole-hearted attempt at of '26) Blewett, ·as "the · origin al ''Audio-visual education ls a ·gooct "getting as close to perfection as method," oral instructfon also i~ thing but we can't, as some ·peopfe· possible within the limitations of perhaps the most ex pensive form of suppose, shoot all the professors and men." teaching and, there fore, enrollment get a couple of films :" "In considermg the whole picture," Is limited to language majors. As to th e future of his section of i Dean Blewett explained, "you must (The system was employe4 in the school, Dean· Blewett appeared remember there are absolutely no many Instances by the a rmy during cautious. new teaching methods or tech- the war and its success was easily / "These conditions of over-crowdniques." I ing are bad now, but you must re"We have been forced, naturally, visible in the rapid linguistic ac- 1 member they existed even before the war," he said. 1 through this Influx . of students to compllshments of GI students.) "We have to expand or we'll nevemploy methods somewhat foreign to "If we had a budget of 50,000 er get, anywhere." the university but all, audio-visual a year for the language departexcepted (radio and moving picment and switched over to the 'new' method, or direct oral tures) date back to Plato and Arisfonn, of instruction the budget totle. aulomatloally would go to $100,The task of teaching at the uni000," Dean Blewett declared. versity, Dean Blewett pointed out, "Thus," he added, "it Is limited to is difficult for two principal reastudents who intend to employ sons: Cl) "We are teaching extraordin- i lanitUages seriously in additional education or their subsequen t work." ary numbers of students. Also high in the Institution's (2) "Courses which had been given for years in single sections or- new departments ls what might be ganized to serve small numbers are termed "Dean Blewett's Baby"suddenly expanded to enormous the art department, the school workshop and, especially, Its cerproporbions." amics section headed by top-fllghb instructors Edwin and Mary Scheler. Crowding~ Expansion Mak Job Tough r I I 'Mass Flunking' ~ Due to Relaxation, UNH Head Says Administration officials at the University of New Hampshire at Durham t.oday attributed a "m ass flunking" there involving about 180 students this week to a "tendency toward relaxation." A1mouncement of the rejection of the students for academic reasons came at the close of the last semester and completion of . grad- / ings. Everett B. Sackett, Ph.D. dean of student administration, tod y said the number of students dropped from university rolls was "much larger than ex11ected" but added it was not due to any "official raising of the university's sta11dards." Rumors of standard raising were reported circulating throughout the school In conjunction with others that the w1iversity had used a "weeding out" prncess to provide more housing accommodations. Both, however, were labeled untrue by Dean Sackett. "Although the unl veri,ity is overcrowded," he explained, "the ho115lng situation is considerably better . than .It was last year when i;ome of the _College road apartments still were uncompleted." Last year, the dean said, was the first veterans were back at the school in large numbers and when their "drive" was the great.est. The drop in qualifying grades, he indicated, may well mean that they are tiring and that a bendency to relax is "showing up in relatively 1arge numbers." I I 1 I "Unorthodox Educator" �utlook S IE T HI OLD, 0 IETHI G N W-But all the t aching methods at the niversity of ew Hampshlr at Durham are borrowed-taken from such educators as Plato and ristotle. Old ls t he oral · approach to leaching languages, lower right. Sho11n is F r ench I n str uctor JI ary C. Gotaa s with a class of advanced language students. ' ew ls the cer~ mies cla~s. top 1 fl, and the prlntshop-both part of the school's worltshop . Th worksh p was established to give stud nls an opportu1;1ity "to indulg e In their creative actlvities." VIO Problem t- I �UNH~ Durham - 'Gown and , Town Are One. and the Sam Student , Citizen Working Together (Editor's Note , This I• the fourth of a series of .6H a.rttcles on the University of 'ew Hampshire at Durham, written by Herald Staff Writer Ernest R. Tldyman .) By ERNEST R. TIDYMAN "The gown and the town are one and the same," said a prominent Durham businessman. And in doing so he painted a word picture of how the University oJ New Hampshire gets along with the small town of which it is such an integral part. "There's no place to draw the line," he added. In expanding, Bradford W. McIntire, proprietor of both a cloth111g store and a hardware shop-C"If a student doesn't want a hat we can sell his wife a coffee pot.")-admltted business reached a 25-year peak. "We had the largest student body to draw on we've ever had," he de clared, "and that explains it." A UNH alumnus himself, Mr. McIntire revealed the days of college clothing "fads" have passed and that a student no longer "will buy a tie just bei;a.use somebody else has one like it." "These veterans aren't here. to wear sporty clothing or raccoon eoats," he said. "They want to learn and get It over with." Stlll another example of the university's close-knit association with And there really Is no place - - - - - - ~ - - - - ---'-Durham, the community, Is canto "draw the line" with our- Y one reason for the s trong back- cellation of use of the school's reham-populatlon: 1,533-and the ing was Identified by Mr. Delbrouck creatlonal facilities by high school university-population: 3,800, not as the close IISliOciation of university and grammar school youngsterscounlinr the faculty. faculty members with store owners, forced by the expanded classes. For they work and play together other bus111ess men and r egular Quick to appreciate the univerto make Durham a better oom- resldenl.5 of Durham. sity's need for all it.s facilities on a munlty and New Hampshire's state- I "When somebody like a. footfull-time basis, town leaders formusupported university a superior ball coach moves into town he lated plans for what Is known toschool. does so more or· less on a per- \ day as "Durham Youth Activities." Perhaps In the best position to manent basis, differing from With primary backing from that give both sides of the situation Is the students, and he becomes comm un ity's American Legion post, short, bemustached William M. Delone of the boys," well- known abou·t 21 civic organiza ons swung brouck, manager of the university's "Marty" Delbrouck said. Into action and planned a recreprintlng and duplicating service and, "Na turally, he's going to make ation program of their own to ease at the same time, prominent In his own enemies and friends and a some of the strain on the school. D urham civic affairs and a can- lot of people get out and cheer and The plan received support In the d1date for the post of town select- boo for and agamst him v-1thout form of 800 in donations made man. I col161dering the team." during the first three hours of "Students In Durham are taken Reason t,wo: ,·the DYA's existence. a.s a matter of course," Mr. Del"The university brings the bread ~ub even with such coo)"P,ratlon brouck said, "except you don't see and butter to the merchants.'' as this, the University of New much of the horseplay or hell raisAlso believed an Important fac- Hampshir today looks to a tur- . ing on the street,s anymore. tor in the smooth community- bulent future filled with problems "Joe College Is a thing of the school association Is Durham's "dry" of almost mandatory expansion, past." law p rohibiting the sale or · intox- hiring competent Instructors and Without the university and the !cants. preparing for whatever else may dollars students pour Into the tills Although disliked by some-(one be ahead. • of local merchants, the school ad- sbudent's reaction: "I'm surprised And that moves Into whab is an mlnistratlve assistant pomted out, they allow root beer."l-the anti- ticlpated in coming years for the there "just wouldn't be anY Dur- liquor ruling is held by many as University of New Hampshire at one reason why there Is a minimum Durham where the head of one ham" "' e'd be something like 'ewof friction between students and section once told the board of fields, Stratham or Greenland Durham residen ts. trustees: imtead," he asserted. . . As Durh am's Police Chief Louis "Give us any old, spare building School activities such as football, Bourgoin, whose slaff Is comprised you have and we'll ·m ake good use basketball and other scholastic af- of one policeman and four students of it , fairs, he explained, provide recrea- - --,,----- - - , - - - - - - tlon both for the 3tudents and the and who e expenses and sala ry townspeople. come mainly from the university, 11 "Man for man, the spirit of Durham residents Is higher toward the school than that of the students," he maintained. "Half of the town attends a university football game, but you won't find halt the students there." Citing "himself as an example, Mr. Delbrouck said : "I haven't missed a hometown football game In 15 years." says: "1\'halever drink there Is In Durham comes here inside th e peopl , students In luded, who go oul of to wn and when th ey get back mo t of them &'O lo bed, anyhow." But as the 3,800 record student body creales one problem by jamming hallways so badly during class changes, It creates still another by being more mature, harder to please and generally more "Individual" than were pre-war I students fresh from high school. Said one merchant : "The whole complexion of doing business In Durham has changed with the advent of the veteran-student."' 1 ", • ·" e didn't know" Dales a problem �Yale of UNH -Will Open \ PT A Lecture Series Here '<l·l. Prof. William Yale of University of New Hampshire's history department Is to be first spea~er In a series of six lectures sponsored by Portsmouth's eight Parent-Teacher associations and the Por mo uth Central PT council. h e lnHlal lecture I to be T uesday Feb. 3 at Portsmouth Junior high sch ool. I i I Professor Yale Is recognized na tionally as an expert on affairs In Near and Middle East. His lectures I are based on experiences in busi - \ ness, diplomacy and mllitary matters. He form rly was v.rith Standard Oil company of New York as an executive in foreign service and has been in shipping business in Egypt. During world War I he was with army intelligence and was a state l'ROF. WILLIAJ\l YALE department special agent. Other nivl'r!llty of 'ew Feb. 3 and 18; March 17 a nd 31 ; Hampsh ire faculty members to and April 7 and 13. parli ipate iu the lecture s r!e!I incl •d rof. 'orman le ender, Sponsors are Atlantic Heights, New gonr111n nt dctJartment; Prof. Franklin, Farragut, Haven, LaPhilip larsfon, history c\epartfayette, Sherburne, Wenthworth menl; Dnnalc\ ·. unn , e. ecuAcres and Whipple PT A groups. tive secretary of the university 's bureau of g~ ,. mm nt r search; Prof. G. R John on, history depar tment: and Prof. Herbert A. Ca rroll, psychology department chalrman. The lectures are to be held at Portsmouth Junior or senior high schools. A defini e program has not been formulated but dates include . I ' �19 Acres Residents 'Cold' to. ome Purchase \ Years*** That's About ** Long Enough' ** ,'J've *** .Lived Here Six I Llttlevh1terest in "In dividual" purchase of homes and property at Wentworth Acres was evident today after a cross-section survey of several residents there was conducted by The Portsmo uth Herald. Views were expressed by University of New Hampshire students, employes in local concerns and industries along with servicemen. The Acres, opened for tenancy in June, 1942, at a cost of $3,390,000, ~ouses 2,400 persons in its 190 buildmgs. Classified as "pem1anent'• installation by government agencies, the life expectancy of the housing was j estimated at 40 to 60 years by Jo- 1 seph A. Moran of the National Housing authority when he appeared before the city council in 1945. The permanancy of the project was reaffirmed Friday night by Sumner K. Wiley of the Federal Housing authority in his appea rance before the city council. Wlley told the councll that he was "seeking advice'' on disposal of the Acres. He stressed the argument that the government wished to sell t he project at •'t h e most convenience to the city." He said that if t he city would take over publlc utilities- such as water and streets, then sale could be made I build a place ot my owl1!, anyhow." Philip H. Smart of 179 Rockhill avenu e-"Personally, I'd like to buy the place I 11 e in. It's a dupl ex and I would be Interested If It l& goin to be up for sale. I don' t know what tbe price scale wo ul d be, however, and you ha.ve to consider water, gas an d .electrlcit problems, too. I'd h ave to go Into lt a. little more." Wentworth Perkins of 362 Cir- ' cult road::_(Mr. Perk.in.s 1s a nr,n veteran resident of the Acres and . concerning tfrte possible priori ty system of sales said:) "In view of that fact I'm not In favor o! it. I live in, a four-room bungalow, however, and would have l:o knov.• more about the circumstances before I could say v.·hether I would be In terested In buying it." Marine S/ Sgt.. Frank A. Raino of 174 Profile avenue -"It doesn 't make too much difference in m y position because it wouldn't be worth it. I don 't know whether I 'm going to be here next week or someplace in the South Pacific." John 'l'. a llagher of 125 Ciruit r oad-"Th e idea do un't sound f easi bl e to sell t hem to veterans unl ess th ey were di; t cheap. As I under land the si tuation n ow, I wouldn't be much in tere ted." J ohn Jerm yn of 93 Profile avenu e "I've been her e six years and tha t's long en ough." Robert Ga m ester of 76 Rockhi ll av enue-"! wouldn't like to buy one becau e the a re not rea ll y h omes. H 's lucky they were here wh en we go t back fr om the war, but th ey seem Lester Adams of 76 Profile to me to be stri ctl y temporary avenue-"lf the city takes over ho uses." roads, lights and sewerage it J oseph L. Bou tot of 513 Circuit would be all right, but if not the places would be worthler.s b d take \ r oad - "I 'd ra t her see some o Y to an one. I don 't t h ink I'd 1 e tll en1 over _i_n one lump_• Ift peop want one." tart I bu ind ividually it's goin g o s Donald G . O'Brien of 87 Circu!t 1 :t of t rouble and most of us will 1 road-"I'm a student at the Um - a t et out. I've been here six ver.sity of New Hampshire and I've/ hav:s a~li I think I might. be int erbeen talkmg 1t over with my wife. yea . b - g one" ested 111 uy111 · Mr . Vin cent Barber o! 598 of individual bUilclipgs i11Steacl of 11Most of the veterans out here don't ircuit road-" \'\1c're n ot mtcrselling the project as a whole. · think !Jhe places are good enough In the eventuality of the city • to be called permanent homes, but estell." \ agreeing to take responslblltt~ for if they sell low enough I might be Mrs. E . F oss c arolton of 168 the utilities, the following pnonty interested." Rockh ill avenue-"! don't know. ~t scale for individual buyers would be l\:lrs. Donald McKeen of 209 came so suddenly tha t we h~v.~n t put in operation: . Rock hi 11 av(!nue-",Ve were h ad a chance t o th ink about it. 1. Resident veterans. f the first fa.m lies to Frank H. F ull er of 58 Circu~t 2 Non-resident veterans who one o here and frankly, I'd r otid- "l m ight be interes ted if · th · l10mes at the oome ' Id desire to make eir move out tomorrow if we cou they ch a nged th ese places aAcres. find another place." r ou;, d a lot, bu t right n ow I' m 3. ReSlclent non-veterans. L J Anctil of 83 Circult r oadinterested in buying ano th er 4. All others. "I'~o a ·veteran and an employe of pla ce. Followmg are replies t~ The Her- the naval base. It depends on bow alcl survey: t much they want. These houses are W!lliam S. Carlton of 30 Grant e starting to creep all over the Acres. streetr-"I really don 't think I'd be I guess there's a lot of green wood interested. There's not enough land in them. I might buy one lf the ciraround these places to s~lt me, al- cum.stances seemed right. though if the price wasn t too steep August J. Gomes, Jr., of 88 \ it might be a good buy for some Circuit road- "! wilh the govpeople." ernment would keep the project Stanley l\J. Holiday, Jr., of because if a. private en terprise 102 Ch'cult road-"Most of the takes over the veterans probably • elerans at the Acres are studywould get a, ra.w deal. I'm planmg at the niversity oi New any- \ ' t think n ln "v to mo ve pr etty soon, Hampshire and I d on man 'I.ill be mterested becau&e ho w." 122 Roc)u1ill for the most part t h ey do n't James K. Spra~te, . en it a ny plan lo stay around here." . avenue-"I h a v:n thisg1~s the fi rst '. Vernon W. Bean or 44 Profile thought . be~a: I cton't plan to stay "I'm not interested m . I've heaicl o · a'lenuecl I thmk if they sell in Portsmouth." c· It buymg one an . . ls it will E rl Amazeen of 504 ircu the places to lndiVld;a gom.g to " I think I would be intermean quite a. mixup. m ::~;; in buying one of the es bu t I can't ce wh y the p Iac , lh over ·t Joesn't ta ke em · c1 Y c d a bout '£h ere's nothing I can o it, th oui h , I guess." I I 1 * !- 'city May face1~~ Choice of Buying l~~r!~'~~~!! m,, J confronted with the choice of buying Wentworth Acres or letting the fed eral g'overnment sell the project to some other agency. This was disclosed today as ar rangements were com pleted for to night's special session of the city cow1cil. To appear before the city administration group is Sumner K. Wiley, representat.ive of the Federal Housing authority in New York. H eading th e agend a fo r dis cussion at the m eeting is Mr. Wile ·'s explan ation on disposition procedure In con n ection wi th th e 800 -Iamily government prnjeot. The project-victim of a congressional rulin g-must be sold by the government "as soon as possible." And the purch aser m ay be Mr. John Q. Portsmouth. Announcem en t oi the pending sale was offered today by George Lavallee, manager of the Acres and Admir alty village. He said a represen1 tat1ve of the FHA usually approaches a city council if it governs an area 111cluding a government, project to explain why and how the property must be disposed. T he land then is appraised, t r. Lavallee said, and offered for public sal e by bid. The sale, although it cove.rs a large area, does not affect t.ena nts at the Acres, Mr. Lavallee a dded. The contract for purchase will in clude a stipulation, he explained that forbids eviction of present ten ants. Since the Acres is in an Of- fice of P rice administration (OPA) area, th e r ents are to .remain sta- . ti onary. I "The 800 fam ilies a t th e acres are sure of h om es no matter yho buys tehp lacew nrest N who buys t he place," Mr. Lavallee said toclay. No definite stat ement on th e city's intentions toward t he housin g area was m ad e al th ough one councilman specul ated th a t "it m igh t have to do with the eventual disposition of the project." I I �Council \Hears,~l: ·Ac:res, Village Sale Decisiortlmpending Comfort Station Report Tonight The Portsmouth city council will hear a report tonight at 11'.! 7 o'cloclt meeting on the present statw of the municipal comfort station. An investigation by the city manager Into the comfort station was ordered 1n March by the city council when it was erroneously informed that the land and buildings used for the site had not been paid for by the city. · : City Manager Edward C. Peterson reported today that Maurice E. Witmer, the architect, had been misinformed and that the city had paid for the land. However, Mr. Peterson said his report would Jll• so Include estimate., Qf operating costs for 1948. Two government housing projects-one In Portsmouth and the ot1_1er In Kittery-may be sold to private enterprises In whole packages If mamtenance of them Is not Accepted by the two municipalities before July. This was the prospect today f o r * - - - - - - - - - -- Wentworth Acres Rnd Admiralty Vlllag-, after Sumner K. Wiley of New York. regional Federal Housing Agency director, yesterday urged 1 Portsmouth and K!ilcry officials to take over maintenance of streets, utll!llcs, hydrants and sewer and A governm~nt, proposal that the town of Kittery take over maintenwater systems In order to facilitate ance of streets, ut illlies, hydrants and sewer and water systems Rt A~t purchase by Individual parties. mlralty Village will be voted upon at the town's annual meeting ne In tn·o sepuate conferences yesterday with Portsmouth'• month. City Manager E1hrard C. PetcrIf the propos111 Is accepted by Mn0 Rn1I KIUery Sclerlmen WilKittery townspeople the Federal liam E, Dennett and Joseph Housing Authority In turn would Cuth, the 'FHA ofTiclnl Indira trd present the town "·i h the Adthe two projects woulrl be ~old to spccul,dors .If the two commiralty Village community buildmunitlrs reject the government Ing and the housing project's playproposal. ground. Mr. Wiley sa id his agency called City Manager Edward C. Peterson today spiked reports of wage scale Purpose or the go1·ernment for dlspositlon of the property "as reductions for city yard employes, but acknowledged that he had put a plan Is to facilitate the ~elllnit exped!tlou~ly as possible and ex-1 stop to the practice of charging "unnecessary overtime" against city yard of Individual housee. Top pripla!n('d that this must be RCCOlll· payrolls. _ _ _ _ ____ _ ority would be gh•en veterans pl!shed by transferring ownershi p now residing at the housing of the project "as a whole or by He explained that since winter:•-, projrct, second to ex-GJ's de• Individual units." snowfalls had ended he could see siring to buy and lastly to clv• It .sold In Individual unil.s, top prlno reason for city workmen being ::2"' orlt.y would be given veterans now Jllans. engaged In "overtime" activities, J re ldlng at U1e housing projects, This "'RS dlsclosrd today by Kittexcept in such case.s as major g!'cond to ex-Gl'~ rkslrlng to buy ery Srlrrt1111111 Wllll~m E. DrnnrLL breaks In water or sewage lines. T ILIHI la~lly to clvl1ln11~. who sRlrl the Irderal rrqursL was he 1948 municipal budget w111 ' Mr. PeLPl'son assured IJ1P. FHA "H's just one of the long cont~ lncd 111 R lrLtcr to Lhr bo;ird go before the cljl,Y council tonight ofilclal that the l(OV<'mment'i; protime practices which I dechled or i.;clcclmcn from Sumner K. Wi!or consideration at a meeting poSRI that Port.~mouth accc-pt mainmust be stopped and I told Osscheduled for 7 : 30 pm, · ley, regional FHA director. tenance or the project would be ' born (Street Supt. Clayton E, While no o!flclal comment on the Mr. Dennet L quoted Mr. Wiley placed in the hands of the city Osborn) that I wanted no more final figures has been available, it 11 s s.tylng "the project would be council at a meeting Thmsda.v night. of it," he declared, has been estimated by some observsold lo speculators" I! Kittery The council previously had tabled R The manager furW1er explained ers that the 1948 appropriations similar go\'ernment proposition. townspeople rejected the federal that "there may be some revlslon will be the highest in the city's In hli; talk lo Kittery officials, Mr. history. offer." in pay scales as the result o! the Wiley said the gov,,rnment would Last year's budget went over The Kittery Selectman also said merit system but that Is by no procE'ed lo survey anrl appr.1lse lhe the million dollar mark, resultthere was a possibility of the navy means In final form yet." Admiral y Village houses and offer ing In a tax rate of $37 on the taking over 198 units on the east side them !or sale, under the prinrity thousand. '·Nor does It mean the pay will of Philbrick road In the Village for system, within thre!' to six months I be pushed down," he added. In his calculation for 1948 City Its personnel. I! Kittery townspeople vole to take "It should be emphasizccl," The merit system Is being organ- Manager Edward C. Peterson alover the project at Saturday's town sticl l\lr. Dennett that there is ized, according to the city manager, ready has been confronted by a meeting. nothing definite about the govand under the city charter It must $17,000 increase for the county tax By accrptlng n1a lntrnance of and the school department's budget ernml'nfs future plans concernbe in force within three months the 'rillairr, thP tm-rn or Klltrry calls for $87,000 more than 1n 1947. Ing Ai!mirnltr Village." after he first assumed omce. Mr. "ould hi' ,rh•rn th.- Arlmlralty Prior to final adoption of the "E1·en If Kitt cry voters decide to Peterson took the oath of office budget, the new city charter re\ lllaJe rommunlty hulldlnr and accept the plan the FHA may 1 Feb. 16. the houi!ln1 proje<:l's playquires that a public hearing be held change its mind shortly after and rround, Employe.s at city hall were quizzed by the councl! and that notice of paint a dl!Terent picture." Selectman D 1111 lt ~Rid he l\'OUld The FHA plan is similar to one I recently by Job classification ex- the public hearing and a copy of confer today l\'ilh Manai;:er Geoqz:e proposed recently to the city of perts from the State Employmenb the budget shall be published one A. Lavallee of the t11,•o projects "to Portsmouth whereby the city was , service as to W1elr duties, to facili- week ln advance by the city clerk. get some lrlea of whR L It wl1l cost ai;kecl If It would ~ssume responsltate placement of each job in the - - - - - - -..-=_-:_-:_-:_-_-_-_-_-_-:, Kittery to malnlaln tht Yl1laiie.'' blllty for the ulilitles In the Wentmerit system. He added that I! the townsworth Acres so that the government I people vole to operate t.11" utilicould consider sale to individual ties, street.;;, hydr~nts and se11,er buyers. · I Admiralty Village wa~ built as and water systems, both the FHA and Veterans Administration would , war-time emergency housing. It appraise the Admiralty Village contains 448 duplex houses, and 156 I{) Frederic E. Everett o! ' Concord, houses and offer them for sale "at single 4nits. Rest rooms for the three women commissioner and state engineer of a reasonable price." jurors serving In the April term of ) the New Hampshire highway deMr. Dennett said he was of the superior court have been completed, partment will be In Portsmouth this opinion that war veterans residCounty Commissioner Irving w. I afternoon to confer with City Maning at the project could purchase Marston reported today. ager Edward C. P,e terson. the homes U1rough a GI loan on a Earlier, Selectman Dennett had Mr. Marston said that the converMr. Everett and Mr. Peterson will long-term basis. He added that the said there was a possibility of the slon of two closets and part o! the tour Portsmouth to survey damage ex-servicemen would be allowed to nRvy taking over 198 units on the to city streets as the result of the 1sheriff's rooms Into the restroom buv the homes without a down pay- east side o! Philbrick road In the had cost the county approximately past winter and will discuss the pos- • ment and make "reasonable month- Village for its personnel. $900. ' siblllty o! the city receiving federai l ly payme11ts." Wentworth Acres contal!lll 800 Three women-one from Portsaid !or street repairs. hotL,lng units while Admiralty Vllmouth and the others from Derrywere drawn !or jury service, the l11ge has 448 duplex howe-, and 168 first of their sex to serve In the slnizle units. Both were built as rPortsmouth court house. war-time emergency houslni, u• s. Government To Sell Admiralty Village Units --;:--- -============:_ l· Peterson Denies Slashes In Wages; Raps Overtime ~ -\'\ L Municipal' Budget Goes Before Ap. Council Tonight' I ,Rest Rooms Made At Court House 0'? For Women Jurors City Manager And Engineer Inspect Streets j �- Single 'Package' Sale 0.f Wentworth Acres Refer to the lands and buildings I committee a petition from Alexander L. Cook for the purchase of lots In the Sherburne street area. Grant permits for tag days to be conducted by the Small Animal Rescue league (May 8) and the United American Veterans (May 1), Refer to the city manager and the city solicitor for investigation a 7 com~~:int from Charles H. Walker and Ralph W. Junkins that the city Is using their land as a dump. Deny to Gus Gomez of 93 High street permission to operate a re, freshment stand Inside the ball park "Unless a lease 'arrangement at the South playground. Mr. PeteI'50n suggested that transcould be worked out," he said, "the Refer to the city manager and fers be made from other funds withcity would have to remove the street superintendent, with power in the ,permanent Improvement building, and It wouldn't be worth to act, a petition from Brooks Motor bond issue and that the funds for that." sales for permission to erect a sign equipment be included 1n the 1948 But Mrs. Donderc. was adament I at Pearl and Islington streets. budget. in placing a higher valuation on The city manager'a estimate that Refer to the planning board a the property, commenting, "I would Sale of Wentworth Acres aa a $9,000 would be needed annually for pay $1 ,500 for It myself If I could petition from S. Gordon Task . reoperaitlon of the sta,tlon was referred al~le "package" appeared prob• contract with the city." She was questing the rezoning of certain lots to the land and buildings committee a;ble today after the city council the only dissenter In a demanded ln the Spinney road-Islington street for 1nvestlgat1on. refWled laat nig'h.t to assume re• area from single-unit to general roll call vote on the proposal. Also, following the recommends.• sponsibUlty for utl11tlea ab the The council voted to cooperate residence. tlon of the city manager, the council housing project, Refer to the committee on street with the planning board in the en· approved the pooling of the city's The council'a action followed the forcement of zoning ordinances and 1 l!ghtlng a petition from J ohn casualty Insurance under a master recommendation of a special In• Instructed the city solicitor to take Iafolla requesting two street lights pollcy, which Mr. Peterson said vestlgation committee that "it is "necessary action" on a complaint and a fire alarm box on the Peverly would save the city $1,100 yearly, neither practical nor desirable" from South street residents that Hill road. Mr, Peterson further recom• for the city tx> take over the ut!ll• James and Tess Domlnickus are Approve the holding of a bazaar mended that funds be trans• ties, The committee suggested that operating a bakery at 1215 South by the Strawberry Bank Grange at fered from 1941 surplus ·revenue the council wait until the federal street In violation of zoning law. Legion Hall. to the Morley company'■ $13,000 The city solicitor was also Ingovernment disposes or the proper• Refer to the parking and traffic tax abatement account, Such structed to report on the legality ty before giving the matter fur• committee a petition for a taxi 11· 1 transfer would save placing the of the Community Center com• llher conaideration. ccnsc from Leo A. Bronzcttl of 205 Morley abatement In the 10'18 mlttee's proposal of a $40 week• The councll'a unanimous accep• Maplewood avenue. . budget, he explained. Iy salary for Francis '1'. J\talloy tanc, o! the report in effect Contracts for the sale of oil, gasoRefer to claims committee a bill as director of the center. "clo.,ed the doo:r" on individual line and greases to the city were for $10 from Stephen Gilman of 992 As recommended by the com• purchue o! housi~ units at the , awa,rded to the Esso company, gasomittee, Mr. Malloy would be paid South street Involving dog bite line at 12½ cents a gallon; Texas project. damage. retroactive to Dec. 20, 1947. company oil at 51.3 cents a gallon; Refer to the city manager a pe• Federal authorities recently Permission to hold a parade and tar, H. H. McQuire, 17 cents a gal• · Informed the city council that 1 set up a searchlight installation at tltlon from Joe R .. Crane, 11, sailor, Ion: Iafolla, asphalt at plant, $6.9!1, unless the city agreed to In• the South playground was given for the purchase of a lot. at city yard, $7.25; and F. A. Bairtcorporate the utlllties In the Refer to city manager and street Portsmouth Harbor defense author· lett, tree spraying at $1,193. city's system, sale would have superintendent a petition from An· !ties. An ordinance to permit the diverto be made to bidders for the The parade Is scheduled for 7 pm thony Vinciguerra for Instruction on sion of parking meter revenues to project as a whole. April 6, which Is being observed sidewalk construction. street construction wu Introduced File a letter from Lester F. Walnationally and locally as Anny day. A contract tor remodeling the by Councilman W11llam J. Linchey A request for $500 to aid in defray- lace of Portland in, which Mr. public library was awarded by the on the city manager's recommendaing the expenses of the 50th anni- Wallace declined to bill the city council last nighb to E. L. Pater.son tion. versary of the 1st New Hampshire for his expenses In. connection with & sons, who.,e bid o! $7,990 wa.s Mr. Peterson asked for the trans• Volunteer regiment, scheduled for his application for the city man$1,070 below that o! the Jl>elll'est fer ·of $25,000 from the meter ac· May 9 at Concord, was referred to agership. competitor. count after the ordinance has passed the city solicitor for investigation. File the annual report from Four contractors entered the bidthrough three readings. He estiJames P. Kelley of 60 Hanover the school department. ding on the library renovatloM: mated the annu1111 meter revenue at Refer to the city manager the W. E. Connell, $9,182; the Maxam $36,000. The ordinance passed on street, a veteran or the Spanish war and a member of the regiment, spoke school 'department's annual budget . Co., $9,060; Landers and Griffin, first reading. Deny a petition from Fred G. •._,,,. -$10,545: and Paterson, $7,990, Acceptance o! an offer by t'he ln favor of the appropriation, along None of the competing contractH. A. Yeaton & son., grain firm with James Johnson of Concord, de• Ward for permission to establish ors Included checks !or 15% of their bo settle a back tax bill o! ''be- partment commander of the United a store near the junction of South and Broad streets. respective bids; although the reSpanish War Veterans. 1 A petition from the Standard Pay for Installation of new o!I ~uest for bids, as read to the oountween $4.000 and $5,000" for $1,000 tank at the home of the Emerson cll, asked that such deposits bt and a. quit-claim deed to city propOU company for permission to Hovey post, VFW, on Parrott avebuild a f!Jllng station on the ma.de, I : • erty on Hill street was voted by 'Councllman, Frank E. Paternue. Interstate by-pass was returned the council, but only after warm son, uaoelatect' with the low Grant the city solicitor more to its attorney, Henry M. }' uller, and lengthy discussion. blddinf· flrm, told the council time to Investigate the claim of to have the company agree to Councilman Dondero obj e ct e d that apeclflcatlons for the Job Annie Parmenter for tax exempfirst class construction, Its presthat the offer of H. A. Yeaton & ' had no« ln~ludecl thJa reqnl.-e• tion, ent plans called the erection of Sons, grain merchants, for bhe ment. ... ~ _a. ..:.. .- _.. , ... - __.. ... ,~ Pay oil bills at the new comfort a W(!Oden frame building. building they occupy at 136 Bridge ·oier·- the ..,ob)ect bns of 'Council• street was "not enough" and she station. The council also voted to: ,Mary Dondero, who 1ns1st- pointedly reminded the council, Approve one pole license requesAbate both the city's blll for ed~·that all· the bids should be re- "This Is the taxpayers· , money you ted by the New Hampshire Gas and $1,000 in rental fees against the jected, the council voted to award are spending." Electric Co. and to have the city water department and a $1,500 blll the contract to the low bidder, manager report on petitions for against the city from the water de• City Solicitor Samuel Levy, Councilman Paterson abstained three others from the utUity. partment. who recommended acceptance from ' voting, Instruct the mayor to approve the File a letter from the Central of the offer, explained, howMeanwhile, City, Manager Edward leasing of land at Vaughan and Rus• Veterans council announcing that ever, that the proposition O. Peterson told the council that bµls sell streets from the B & M rail- the city council had been Included means "money coming In" for totaling $16,000 , stlll were outatand• road. In the veberans council memberthe city and contended that Ing on the comfort station. Refer to the lands and buildings I ship. "otherwise we probably would •The bllls werJ Itemized as follows: committee a petition from the state not ret a cent out of It." stlll due contractor, $11,000; due of New Hampshire for the purchase He pointed out that although the arehltect. ·$342; 1 needed for equip• of two lots on Sherburne road which building 1s owned by the city It Is ment, $4,350, The unexpended bal• are needed for the right of way of located on Boston & Maine railance 1n the comfort 'Station account the new superhighway. road land. __ tota)..s $¥00_. _ _ __ seen City Opera-tion Of Utilities at Project Vetoed man Counc.il lrPyote ______________ I I o. I I �8Z Record City Bud-g et -Topi 1_ 9 47 Tot I by $212,970·; _ o Ta i(ouncil Ponders Request for \·, · $1,215,828 Sum . Al' " BoOst The Community Center op• eration was listed in the budget at $3,115. This is over and above the Sll,000 in anticipated revenues from the facility which the city manager said he neglected to include in his budget figures. Reorganlzntlon of the present setup in the city clerk's office was pointed to in the budget. The clerk Is slated for an $800 annual salary Increase, but Mr. Peterson explained this morning thab the raise ls contingent on anticipated legislative abolishment of the present fee collection system. If such action were taken, It would result In a substantial loss of income for the city clerk lnas' much as documentary fees now retained by the clerk would revert to the city treasury. At least two Instances of reductions In the city hall clerical force are provided for in the budget. One clerk Is eliminated in the city clerk's ofI!ce-after July 1, the manager explained; and the past practice of hiring additional help In the assessors• ofilce would be ended. OmitLed from the listing of anticipated revenue In the budget Is tho sum of $36,000 from parking meters. Mr. Peterson said today that until the council hns changed the ordinance to earmark those funds !or general use, the item would be with• held. Such an ordinance is now pending oreseen . I Peterson Cautions York Go Slowly rt~ With Manager.ship While cautioning there are "some towns" where the town manager plan of government "ls not warranted," city Manager Edward C. , Peterson last night outlined the system's operabions in a talk before members of the York Town Managers association. The local city official urged the citizens of York to "carefully consider" their local problems before adopting town managership. He estimated that a town should have a population of at least 1,500 pe1sons an-d a valuablon of $6,000,000 before adopting the plan. He explained that In any town the local situation should govern the. decision of the voters. Five other warning notes were sounded by Mr. Peterson. They are: (1) "Beware of model charters." (2) Take plenty of time in making a choice of a city manager. (3) Be sure that town manager- . ship will give more for the tax dollar than the present system. (4) Keep the schoof department separate from the town manager ofTlce. except for maintenance of I buildings. I (5) Still keep the town meeting form of government because It allows the pe<?ple to retain control of the manager. Mr. Peterson then ·described ways in which the town manager's job could be combined with other municipal offices in order to Increase the efficiency of town services and to actually save enough to pay the manager. A 1948 municipal budget of $1,215,828-representln.g an increase of $212,970 over last year-was submitted to the city council last ni ght by City Manager Edward C. Peterson. • However, the taxpayers of the city were given the hope that their present tax rate o! $37 would not be raised. In Introducing the proposed budget for the "perusal" of coun• cilmen at a special meeting last night, the manager sairl increased property assessments this year are expected to take care of the added costs of municipal operations. Amount to be raised by taxation In the proposed budget was listed at $1,068,578, after charg!ni; of! $147,250 In anticipated revenues. The revenue figure for the current year Is $13,650 above 1947. No acLlon was taken on the pro\ posed budget last night as the council agreed to meet later with department heads to discuss the detailed. I • items. , · before the council. It was proposed Mr. Peterson announced this/. at. the behest of Mr. Peterson, who morning that the deparlmenta.l requesled use of parking meter discussions would be 11.CCOlll• funds for highways. plished ln a. series of meet'ngt The conspicuous increase In finanof the rouncil, to begin the sec• cial outluy for the highway departond week of !\fay, ment was contributed to largely by There was little questioning of the the cost of snow removal, which was manager's budget at last night's estimated at $30,000, or $12,000 more meeting, but ey.,amlnatlon of the than last year. figures disclosed that the major inOther Increases In that departcreases are: ment were allotted to sewer main1. Schools $64,900. tenance, $5,000, and new equipment, Highway department, $49,000. $8,800. The latter Includes purchase 3. Welfare, $10,175. of two trucks, a tractor and a car 4. Recreation, $10,160. Receipt of the city manager's budfor the city yard. 6, Police, $8,830, 6. Fire department, $8,370. Increased costs ascribed to the get was the specific order of business Also figuring Telatlvely large In hlghwny department are more than, for last night's special meeting, but the various increases were new or ha!! accounted for by Mr. Peter- the council suspended Its rules to revised departmental items such as son's method of budget prepara- hear other matters. administration, comfort station, and tion. Street light charges of $27,- I A donation of $200 was voted to help finance the 50th anniversary community Center. 400 are listed under bhe highway I 'The clby manager estimated the department, whereas this Item has celebration of the 5th New Hampexpenses of his own department at been carried separately In former shire Volunteer Infantry of the United Spanish War Veterans in $12,600. This includes his salary years. Concord. The group had asked for of $8,000, a secretary's salary of Mr. Pet.er.son's draft or the pro$2,000, a new car for $1,600, and posed budget also contained one $500. After the city solicitor ruled that minor items. discrepancy, which he clarified toThe comfort station Is calcula- day. The street l!ght item ls car- the council had no authority for such an appropriation, a request of $300 ted to co.5t the city $5,375 for the ried at $24,700 through an error of to meet a Sunset Baseball league year. This Is made up mainly by, transposition. deficit was denied. a salary Item totaling $3,835 for• Mayor Cecil M. Neal was authoremployment of two janitors and ized to issue a proclamation in contwo matrons at sBlary rates or $30 nection with the SOth anniversary and $25, respectively, per week. of air mall service. Council Hears Budget Requests Here Tonight~\'.) Various local city officials a.re scheduled to appear before the city I council at 7 o'clock tonight for ques- , tloning on 1948 appropriation requests. The budget presented to the council by City Manager Edward C. Peterson calls for the expenditure of $1,215,828 in the present fiscal year. ·· At the time the budget was submitted, the city manager suggested to the council that each of his department beads be called in to explain his needs. An increase of $6,000 to $8,000 in the budget total looms as a possibility In that the council is bargaining with the federal government for the Sherburne and Wentworth Acres schools. The government requires the city to make a down payment or one fifth of the purchase price. , I �<a3 The '48 .City Budget CITY COUNCIL MEETS TONIGHT! * ls* About tt\1\ ** ·c.ity *Hall the*Same City Manager Edward C. Peterson's first major administrative move since assuming office two and a ha!! months ago-the presentation,o! his 1948 budget-leaves the system of municipal operations pretty much the same at city hall. The most serious step taken toward streamlining the old system ls in the city clerk's department where provision has been made to replace the time-honored fee system by a straight salary plan for the city clerk. Portsmouth Is one of the last of the state's m1miclpalllim to allow the fees for marriage licenses, birth certlflcates, death certificates and other documents to accrue to the clerk, In addition to a salary. The other departments have been allowed to continue as under the previous setup and apparently will not be remodelled until the adoption of an "administrative code" by the city council. A deta!led analysis of the budget shows that one third or the increase of $~2,970 over 1ast year Is directly traceable to salaries. Raises granted police and firemen account for $12,890 of the $64,086 In salary boosts-$6,5 00 to the firemen and $6,390 to the police. The largest single group of city workers receiving increased wages are school teachers. A total of $39,161 has been requested by the school department to meet its 1948 salary ·schedule. Another sizeable salary increase Is to be found In the administrative department, where the clt;y manager is paid $7,000 more than the $1 ,000 . r!!celved by former mayors, not Including the mayors' expense allowances. The city clerk is scheduie'd for an $800 annual salary boost, but the city manager indicated that this would take effect only if the present fee collection system ls abolished, Increases of $200 each are provided· for the clerk and associate justice of the municipal court, raising the clerk to $800 and the justice to $400. Also adding to salary expenses 1s the employment of two janitor$, at $30 a week e{I.Ch, and two matroll6, at $25 each, for bhe still unopeneq munlclpa.J comfort station. I h'v'\ b A $49,000 jump In the highway department's appropriation reflects the increased costs of materials and badly needed repairs !or many of the city's streets. However, the biggest Individual Increase In the highway budget Is in, the snow removal account where last winter's numerous and heavy storms have raised the account !rom $18,000 In 1947 to $30,000 for the current year. During Thursday night's council meeting Councilman Richman S. Margeson questioned the $600 item earmarked for the airport commission, and he asked if thab amount was Intended to take care of snow removal at the airpor-t. While City Manager Peterson pondered the question, Councilman Mary C. Dondero Interposed the explanation that last year's council had voted to let the commission use the rental fees from Northeast airlines and other airport users for snow removal and maintenance. The city manager said yesterday th~t he had not been Informed on the status of the airport rentals but was making "immediate inquiry Jnto the situation." He added that his $600 estimate I for 1948 expenses was based on the accounts reported from last year. I Meanwhile, the Community Cen~er is to benefit under Mr, Peterson's budget by $3,115. The remainder of its income to be derived from revenues earned by the former USO building. These revenues were estimated at $11,000 but were not Included In the draft presented to the council. In addition to the Incidental expenses of running the Community Center, the $14,115 aggregate is Intended to provide salaries tor Mrs. Hilda Hundley, Albert Doll and Francis T. Malloy. Mr. Malloy also receives $1,000 from the recreation commission as playground director and a $40 weekly salary was voted him by the Community Center committee. The $40 salary has not yet been approved by the council. The rising cost of county government 1s also 1•eflected In the budget. This year the city must pay $114,221 in county taxes, an Increase o! $17,000 over last year or 8% of the total budget rise over 1947. . The Portsmouth City Council will meet tonight in City Hall at 7 :00 p.m. This is the fifth regular meeting of the Council under the City Manager system of government. You should attend. You should attend because the city's business is your business and you deserve to know how it is being cared for. Those of you who favored and fought for city managership in Portsmouth have a special reason to be there for your investment of time and energy bought preferred stock in this governmental enterprise. That stock isn't paying dividends, but that's another story-and you can find it ir. an editorial, "A Report ta the People," which appears on the editorial page of today!s Portsmouth Herald. You may not agree with what it says. We don't ask you to. We only urge that you judge for yourself by attending the meetings of the Council. A MESSAGE FROM - The Portsmouth Herald Dondero City . Report Covers· 3 Years in Office Y-n..., f 8 One thousand copies of a report on the three-year adminstration of Mrs. Mary C. Dondero are available today in the city clerk's office, city hall. 'iYour City Government, 19451946-1947" was authorized by the 1947 city council. The bi 11 s for Its printing by the Strawbeny Bank print shop were investigated by the 1948 council. The report Includes the Inaugural However, the present council aladdress or the former mayor and an lowed the work lo be completed. Hemized accounting of the "highlights" of her two tenns in office. Its approximate cost to the taxpayers Is $1,500. Also Incorporated In the 72page report arc brief statements from each city official or department and In the Instances of the city clerk's office, the fire department, recreation commission, bdard of health and school department pictures have been Included. ' Of natural interest to those who must bear the lax burden of any municipal budget is the possible lax rate. The city manager offered the hope lo the tax1iaycrs there woultl be no lnc1·ease in the 1947 rate of $37 per thousa nd. He explained that higher valuations should compensate for the Increased budget. Last year the total city valuation was set at approximately $25,000,000, and If that figure were not Increased The present board o! assessors the 1948 appropriations would boost the tax rate to roughly $41 per thou- have been working on valuations since April 1 and Mr. Peterson resand. ported that "while the figures are not complete, there is indication that Lhe valuation total will go up." I Peterson Backs Taxation Method At Convention l (o 1/1.-\_41 Portsmouth's Oily Manager Edward C. Peterson attended a Constitutional Convention hearing yesterday on a proposal to change the present method of taxing electric ullllllcs. Mr. Peterson, who voiced opposltlon to the proposal of Judge John R. Spring, was believed to have been the first New Hampshire city manager to make an official appearance at the convention. �A Report to the People Our faith in city managership remains unshaken. It is a mechanically sound vehicle of municipal operation. Just the tires have gone flat. · And, as in the case of a new car, you can't condemn the manufacture or design m erely because of a set of flat tires. It is greatly reg-rettable that such a corollary has to be &et forth in judgment of Portsmouth's present city administration. But an honest report to the citizens of this community, whose ballots backed their hopes fo r civic reform last November, allows no other appraisal. Attention is •called to the m atter now because it is high time the citizens learned what has happened to their investmen_t in this governmen~al project-and why it hasn't paid off. · There h as been no progre_ss because the wheels have never turned and because there h as been no intelligent effort to set them in motion. City managership so far has r un a ragged, halting course fn Portsmouth, and the direc- / tion in which it is supposed to be headed has never been ' set. The situation is symptomatic of a number of ailments, some of them difficult to diagnose and others obvious to ' even the most casual observer. No one has yet seen fit to apply a cure, however, so it looks like further complications ah ead. These conclusions are drawn with extreme h esitance for they entail a severe set-back to the hundreds who rendered yeoman's service for a civic ideal. and to the thou- ' sands who lent their interest t o see it installed. There may be a source of possible embarrassment, too. for many-the leaders of the Portsmouth Civic association, . for in stance, and we of The Portsmouth Herald. But that depends on the way of looking a t it, and, fr ankly, we don't feel the reaction-nor should the others. There is np seiise of shctµ1e in haying led t he fight for a community objective which would have produced worth~ while benefits but hasn't-only because another group failed to keep its part of the bargain. The humility belongs elsewhere. But there is no reason for blandness. The fail ure, if the inference n eed be clarified, lies directly with the city council. It seems strange that this should be said, for the present council is one which was judged in nearly all quarters as outstanding. They appeared to have all the necessary (lUalifica tions of background and experience to give the city an outstanding administration. They had a new and efficient form of government and, what's more, they had the enthusiastic support of the people behind them. It was even overlooked that one of the mos t determined foes of city managership was among them-over- ' looked, in fact, to the extent that the council chose him as mayor. . _ · There was no apparent good reason why the plan shouldn'~_~ or!{: But appearances, like first impressions, are often deceiving. And this, it seems, is tl1e case. · Instead of approaching· the tasks at hand in the man~ ner of su ccessful business and professional i:nen, the council behaved from the start like a bunch of bashful bumpkins. This was thought to be a mild case of stage fright at fir st but as time elapsed it became chronic. I Some of those who have a ttended council meetings and can see the humor in the proceedings have given the present council the collective sobriquet of ."the grunt and groan boys." And, humon;ms or not, it fits; fot grunting out seconds to motions is ·their foremost field of proficiency. The initiation of any concrete, forward~looking action -is a pa_inful process to watch. One of the most startling characteristics of this council is outright ignorance of city affairs, which shows up with increasing conspicuousness on each order of business at each meeting. It is distinctly apparent that few of the councilmen have ever bothered to acquaint themselves with our municipal business, its background or the means of administering it. These are minor defections by comparison, however, and they can be corrected with a little diligence and an expanded conception of the responsibilities of serving the public. But not so simple is the basic change-over which must come if city managership is to be put into ·real runi1ing order. Right now there is ample evidence supportil1g· the theory tha t a certain faction of the council is either delib. erately sabotaging the system or is sitting on top of t he existing situation, satisfied to control it. This faction is actively composed of the mayor and a mere two members of the council. They have pooled their efforts studiously in capitalizing on the inattention and · .naivete of the remaining councilmen to dominate the ad.ministration. And not beyond their grasp of control is the city manager himself. Instead of being a leader he has meekly stooped to be led. This fact is evident in almost his every action-appointments that would not stand up under even his own professional scrutiny, his submissive conduct be'fore the council and, more recently, his faltering, apologetic, and grossly inexpert presentation of the city budget. Obviously. he either does not have the courage of his convictions-or has no convictions. . These are observations based on first-hand experience, for The Herald has been represented at every meeting of t he council and the sore spots have been too plain to go unnoticed. Those who may not be willing to agree with these conclusions need only "sit in"-with the council tonight and witness for themselves the feeble display which surely will take place again. Then perhaps there will be concurrence that, although we don't need a trade-in on this city manager vehicle, it is time to start thinking about a new set of tlTes-and a ci ty manager who doesn't insist on riding in the rumble seat. �-~~~---=--~'"- is 'It's All I Have,' Appeals Car Owner After City llleaallv Sells His Vehicle ~~ ~~ ,,,w Osborn, Hewitt Cry, 'Not Me' On Responsibility ,,. • r TQ: City of Portsmouth, Dr.~ The question of how the city got around to selling a private car without the owner's knowledgeand with no apparent legal awthority-was a subj_ect of official and unofficial confusion today. Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn admitted that he made the sale in behalf of the city, but says he received direct orders to do so from Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt. However, the marshal is almost belligerently firm in his insistence that "I don't know a thing about it and never had anything to do with . Dept. Board of Street Co I· ,r ·: Water Consumption t- .. ' J ":' it.u The car is the registered property of Earl Leonard of 24 Congress street, who concedes that "it's nothing but a beaten up old thing, but it's all I have and I want it back." He was ernveloped in the same aura of confusion as he tried to unravel the logic in the po:i'ible problem of having to buy back his own po.ssessioQ. "It's somebhing like the story they told me when I found the car missing," he explained. "They said the police checked with the owner but the owner said he didn't own it. "Now I ask, how can the owner be the owner if he doesn't Water Dept. Highway Dept. ' 11( --------- own it?" But so goes the story of the worn and battered 1937 Packard sedan which was sold by Superintendent Osborn to 0. member of the local fire department for $21 in a private transaction. According to Leonard, he had left the car in the municipal parking lot in the rear of the fire station 1 since mid-January. The battery was dead, he explained, and he decided to keep the vehicle there for the winter or untl! he needed it again. "I went back every week or two to check on it and to get stuff I wanted out of it," he said. "The car was there in the same spot every time I went to look it over.'' He noticed it missing on April 5, and inquiries at the fire station led him to the knowledge that Osborn had sold it to a fireman. He was unaware, he asserted that there had been any complaints to his leaving the car on the municipal lot and thus was at a loss to understand the reason for such action. '. I \. I' Highway Dept. --------- Totat , ~ .. . - ·'... ! / 0 W ,. :tJ, ·.· ' iti;ij~+\ .·. I Examination of city recoras He said he knew nothing about showed no evidence of the automo- condemnation proceedings or proper bile having been impounded and procedure for the sale. City Solici•tor Samuel Levy said "All r know," he maintained, "is that, as far as he could determine that the guy can get it back anyfrom the outline of the case, there time he wants to pay us for moving was no authority for the sale. I Questioned yesterday, Superit around during the winter snows." intendent Osborn said the car Asked how that would be possible had gone "unclaimed" by Its after the car had been sold, Osborn owner and that be had been replied, "He knows he can get it "ordered by the police" to "get all right." f rid of it." He insisted that Marshal Hewitt Marshal Hewibt was then questioned regarding his version of the h ad given the order and quoted the incident. marshal as having gone so far as to say that he should "give it away if necessary." Approached in a corridor at city hall, he dismissed reporters · with, "I haven't got a damned thing to say to you. You get your news from the books as I give it to you and nowhere else. You're always looking for trouble and you're not going to put me behind the eight-ball. "Besides, who in the hell am I to give Osborn orders?," he retorted. Richard Blalock, mana.ging editor of The Portsmouth Herald, laiter appeared before the police commission to protest the marshal's "rude brush-off" and ask the commissioners to question bhe marshal beca use he had refused "to discuss his knowledge ,of the case on a calm, courteous level." �Hewitt repeated to the commission that he knew nothing about the car, other than the fact that his department had checked on its ownership by radio and that the -owner could not be located. He denied there had been a n y written correspondence with the motor vehicle department of Maine, in which state the car was regis tered, although Osborn had stated the marshal had received a letter in connection with an effort to determine who owned the automobile. After he was called before the commi ssion, Marshal Hewitt complained that Blalock was "always picking'• on him and that he would not give "any information" to Blalock. The marshal failed, however, to explain his in a bility to locate the car's owner, in view of the fact that the owner was on the city's payroll last su mmer as a diving instructor at the s wimming pool and thus was no t unknown in the city. The Herald checked the Wells barracks of the Maine state police this morning and promptly learned that the ca r was r egistered to Leonard at a Wa terville, Me., address. That address, Leonard explained, is the home of his sister and he uses it as a permanent mailing address. A letter sent there would be forwarded to him, he said. SALE OF AUT O-The top pict ure is a photographic copy of a receipt given Carl_Akerley after his_ purchase Sale of Leonard's car was made of a car parked in the municipal parking lot. Akerley paid the 21 into. the_ Water depar_tment of wh1cl~ treet J by Superintendent Osborn through up t. Clayton E. Osborn is superintendent. The initial "r" in the receipt 1s that of_ Ch:ef Clerk Marvis Rose. · the water department. The purThe lower p icture is of the car itself, taken last night In its present stor~go p~ace m ew Castle. The 1947 chaser was Carl Akerley, who has Maine registration certificate can be seen in the lower left corner of .the w1~dsh1eld. (Portsmouth Herald photos) the vehicle stored in New Castle. Transfer of the car was en-tered on a street department form and is receipted by a water department 1 "paid" stamp. I t shows the $21 involved in the sale and describes the car as "Packard in rear of fire station." The serial number of the car is The city manager Isn't talking ~ llcltor amuel Levy, before Hshed in yesterday's issue of / written on the lower part of the yet. making a public statement on The Portsmouth Herald, form. And treet upt. Clayton E. the matter. Leonard asserted that he has a He claimed it was "news to Osborn didn't have anything "st anding offer" of $75 for the car, He said he was "interested In me" that Leonard had been emmore to say about It. "and what's m ore, I've got some the city's responsibility before ployed at the municipal swimsen timeilltal value for it." ming pool last summer as a divBut the prospect had taken going farther into the matter." He said he had owned the car for ing instructor. shape today th a t the problem six years. Osborn said the car had been involving the appa rent lllegal Peterson a dd ed, however, th a t sold because the owner could sale by the city of a privatelyit's a matter of law that you not be found. It had been in the cannot sell another man's proowned automobile would be way when snow plow crews perty without his consent, or dumped in the laps of the city worked in the municipal lot last without legal proceedings." winter, he said, council tomorrow night. The case ha s caused considEarl Leonard of 24 Congress Leonard himself admits the erable comment in the city, and car is not of much value but street, owner of the car, said he in n eighboring ew Castle the contends he could have "gotleading question of the day h ad addressed a letter to the ten a lot more for it than Oswas: ''Where is the car?" city council asking "Immediate born did." restoration" of the vehicle, and While the city was abuzz He insisted that he learned the city clerk confirmed this with speculation, one attorney of the sale only after meeting morning that such a letter had jokingly offered a solution tothe "new owner." been received. day: Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt The car was left in the muni"If I were the guy who owned told police commissioners Moncipal parking lot in the rear that car, I'd go down to New day night that his department of th e fire station last January, Castle and take it away. Akerhad checked the registration according to Leonard. He said ley's title to It is no better than and the owner did not claim he found it missing April 5 and the title of the man who sold the car. then discovered It had been sold it to him, and apparently he by Osborn to Carl Akerley, a The registration, according didn't have any." fireman, for $21. to the Maine State police, was Th e street superintendent in the name of Earl Leonard of City Manager Edward C. said today that Leonard had Waterville. Leonard said that Peterson reported today that he not approached him on the the address given was his perIntended to consult with City matter since the story was pubmanent mailing address. I That Car' Bumps Council ------ - - - - - - - - - - - - - �Eternal Vigilance Car Sale Issue Goes Before Council~ Tonight A petition demanding action in council followed hls futile effort., the sale of an automobile by a local to regain possession of his car municipal official will come before which he repoiited as having been ' sold by Street Supt, Clayron E, the city council at 7 tonight as Osborn. that body assembles !or its May Leonard told The Portsmouth Herald meeting. earlier this week that he parked Submitted by Earl Leonard of 24 his car, a 1937 Packard sedan, in Congress street, former owner of the municipal parking lot ia, the the automobile involved, the pet!- rear of the fire station sometime tlon asks that the car be returned in January. without expense, he disclosed today. Although he made periodic visits Also scheduled for discussion to the car, lb was not until April 5 Is the possible city purchase of that he discovered it gone. His the Wentworth Acres and Sherinquiry r evealed it had been sold burne schools. to a firem an by the street superin• The council's special building tendent. committee met yesterday with the Other items on tonight's agenda school board's building committee , include reports from the planning and a representative of the Fed- board; sebtlng the date for a puberal Housing authority to discuss lie hearing on proposed ordinances: prices. and communications and petitiollll Leonard's communication to the to the council. ~Leonard .Still in Doubt About Return of Car '((l \ 1 The citizens themselves must salvage what is left of city managership in Portsmouth so far as the present municipal administration is concerned. This fact became evident last night when an almost record public turnout put the city council on its best behavior and thus brought about its most business-like meeting to date. The council still bore all the earmarks of bewilderment as they found themselves lost at times in a wilderness of public affairs, but they did succeed in suppressing an often-indicated propensity for vindictive expression. And, on the whole, they made a much closer approach to that degree of intelligence which should have been shown long· before now. But the outstanding proof of last night's meeting was the power of the public. Some 100 citizens demonstrated their aroused feeling over the situation existing at city hall by taking the time and effort to see for themselves what has been going on. They failed to get a true picture as far as past performances are concerned because, as previously stated, the council was at its unusual best. But it is hoped that the impression they carried away is one that will at least hold up, if not improve. Such a hope is too much to count on, however, unless the people continue to manifest their interest. If they sincerely want all they have asked for in city government in Portsmouth they must keep the council repeatedly reminded-by their attendance at all future meetings. Eternal vigilance is the price. } Earl Leonard's title to his own car was still in doubt today after the city council temporarily stalled action on his demand for its unconditional return by referring to the city sollcltor and city manager the matter of its apparently !llegal sale by Street. Supt. Clayton E. Osborn. City To Return 0 Disputed Car 'f1"'\ To Earl Leonard Leonard- / '3 (Continued from page one) Leonard, a resident of 24 congress my automobile was illegally disstreet, asked the council to order had been informed that Osborn Immediate return of the car. In a posed of by an agent for the city. had been instructed to return the letter he told the council he had "I have determined that bhis car car to any place he designa,ted. determined it had been sold by Os- was sold by Superintendent of MeaillWhile, City Solicitor Samuel born without his consent. streets Osborn and I wish to emEarl Leonard's car-sold by a. Levy has ruled thait Carl AkerleyCouncilman Mary C. Dondero phasize that this was done without city official to a fireman-may be the fireman who bought the car charged, "It's a serious offense to sell my knowledge or consent. en route back to its owner today. from Osborn-must be refunded the "I believe I am entitled to imother people's property and use the City Manager Edward C. Peter- $21 he paid the city for the car. mediate restoration of my car, with- i son reported boday that S t reet city's name in the matter." "The ci ty has no right to the monShe said that she felt the man out cost to me, and I so a,ppeal to 'j Supt. Clayton E. Osborn had been ey because the car wasn't its prop1 erty to sell," Mr. Levy declared. responsible should be "made to an- you honora,ble gentlemen. told to return the 1937 sedan. · "Furthermore, I believe that I swer for It." Asked if he meb.nt Mr. Osborn \ The car was sold by the street suand the rest of the citizens of had been "ord~red" to bring tihe I perintendent from its parking place When Councilman William J. Portsmouth are entitled to bhe sat- car back from its storage place in in the municipal lot in the rear of Lincliey moved to have the isfaction of a reprimand or some New Castle, the city man~er re- the fire station. After the purchase problem referred to the city so other punitive action against an plied, "You might say a?v 15 ed, not Akerly towed the car to New Castle. licitor because it was a "legal officer of the city who shows such ordered." Leonard parked the car in the lot matter," Mrs. Dondero snapped: brazen disregard for the rights of Mr. Peterson described the last January. He said he visited it "It's more like a police matthe citizens. matter as "a tempest in a teaperiodically and finally April 5 he ter." pot" but he added, "It's onl_Y discovered it missing. He was then She questioned the use of the wa"I trust bhat you gentlemen, with right the man should get his told that Osborn had sold it. ter department office in the trans- whom our hopes for city governcar back." He petitioned the city council for action and why Portsmouth should ment rest, will deal promptly and Leonard said yesberday that he its retu rn and th e matter was redefraud any person of his property. appropriately with this m atter." ferred by the council to the city Councilman Thomas H . Simes • (Please turn to page s lxteen ) - - - -- - - - - - -, solicitor for investigation. asked how the sale was made but Solicitor Samuel Levy asked for time S ~ lO to investigate. How the car was taken to In commenting on the council's • Newington or when is a mystery action, Mr. Leonard said today, to Leonard, who, although he "Well, there's one thing th a t Os$ expressed pleasure a t getting born ls wrong on. City officials were still ponit back, pondered: "Well I "He says he had to move that dering the fate of Earl Leonard's still wonder if they are g~ing car every time it snowed, but car today. to let Osborn get away with a every time I went near it this Earl Leonard's wandering dea l like this?" Olty . Ma,nager Edward O. Pe• winter it was always surrounded car is back in its owner's pos• terson said bis investigation mto Street Supt. Clayton E. Osby virgin white snow." session today, in a garage at the sale of Leonard's sedan by born sold the car to Carl AkerMr. Leonard's letter in full folthe home of William Maby, ley, a fireman, for $21 while it Street Supt. Clayton E. Osporn lows : Bean hill, Newington. was in the municipal parking is not complete. "I am enclosing a clipping from lot in r ear of the fire station, The Portsmouth Herald which exThe city manager and City plains the circumstances by which City Manager Edward c. PeSolicitor Samuel Levy were In• terson was not available today structed by the city council to for comment on Osborn's r estudy Leonard's demand for the Leonard said he left the car sponsibility or on the possible , return of bis automobile without in a municipal parking lot and refund of Akerle:y's $21. "expense." when be returned to take It away he discovered it had been sold to a fireman by Osborn. ·city Off.1cia I Sti•11 pOn der1ng • LeOnQrd' CQr .----~-------Earl Leonard's Wandering Car Is Home Again ~~ �Probity or Politics? ~11- Portsmouth is fortunate in having seen the offic;es of city clerk and city solicitor rise to new standards of efficiency and service under the present holders of those jobs. But our city managei' docs not seem to share in such judgment. This is indicated by the fact that, after nearly three months in office-during which he has had ample time and opportunity to gauge the ability, performance and attitude of these two persons-he has not seen fit to offer either of them the reward of reappointment. The situation has some strange and disturbing earmarks, and it must be particularly puzzling to those citizens less acquainted with our recent municipal background and atmosphere who can readily recall · that the city manager was prompt to the point of being hasty in making some pretty doubtful appointments during his first 10 days on the job. You don't have to peer too deeply into the picture to see the rather ugly implications. There is the factor, for instance, of the Dondero name. It would be unjust indeed if the city clerk were penalized by loss of her job merely because her mother was popular enough to be elected to the city council. But ii looks like the cards may be stacked against her on that score. Certainly there has been no one to come forth with a challenge of the city clerk's fitness, and only on that basis should she be judged. If the city manager is interested in determining Miss Dondero's professional qualification for reappointment he would have little difficulty in gathering evidence to support an affirmative opinion. Regardless of which political circle he chooses to travel in, he will find at least a few honest men who will tell him-even grudgingly, perhaps-that Miss Dondero has rendered ouistantling service as the city clerk of Portsmouth. As for City Solicitor Levy, there has been none to equal him in our memory. He has shown a degree of energy and intentness which no appointee in the past has apparently cared enough to give to the job. During Mr. Levy's comparatively brief tenure, he has gained professional stature both for himself and for the position of city solicitor. Surely no attorney for the city has been burdened with the legal problems that have been passed his way in the last five months and few, if any, have shown the diligence in trying to solve them. But Mr. Levy was appointed by Mayor Dondero-the ranking "outsider" of the present council-and on occasion his legal knowledge has led to interpretations favornble to her programs and contentions. It is only speculation, of course, that this factor is traceable to the delay in his reappolniment--but at the same time it is the only perceptible factor. ., These observations-as speculative as they may, or may not, be-lead to the blunt conclusion that City Manager Peterson has recognized the existence of a certain political situation in Portsmouth and is permitting himself to be guided thereby. This is said with due regard for the criticism which was directed at the premature action of his first appointments. At that time the city manager moved with cursory haste, and the quality of the appointments suffered. After three months, however, he should be fully prepared to accurately determine the worthiness of our city clerk and city solicitor. But that, of comse depends upon , the basis of his judgment-probity or politics. 'Merit Syste!Jl /Seen Protecting City, Employes N;al A-ppoints~ Committees 'For Council Business l~ - City council committees to speed up the administration of munclpal 1 business have been appointed, but , have not yet been announced to the council, according to Mayor i Cecil M. Neal. The mayor did not indicate yesterday when the committee lists would be reported to the council. He explained that his only commitment in the matter was "to get them ready In due course." 1 The council met as a committee of the whole last night with several 'department heads, among them the . street superintendent, overseer of the poor and the police department. Mayor Neal did not make known his committee selections at that l time, one councilman said toda,y. J Protection for botlt the · city and Its employes was revealed today in a detailed examination of City Manager Edward C. Peterson's "merit system." Submitted Saturday morning at a hastily-called special meeting of the city council, the 38-pa,ge document covel'll rules and regulations on wage scales, hours, disciplinary procedures and other matters pertaining to municipal job classlflcat!on. I It governs all city employes working directly under the city manager and automatically goes Into effect June 15 unless It Is vetoed by the council. The two largest groups excluded from provisions in the system are school teachers and policemen. Reserved by the city manager Is the right of final decision in all mabters relp,ting to personnel. While department heads have been given the right to dismiss employoo, final approval must come finally from , the city manager. Departmen~ heads must do their hiring bhrough the city manager, who 1s respon.slble for the maintenance of eligibility Usm. When a vacancy occurs in a department, lt.s head forwards a requisition to the manager, stating the requirements of the job and the manager wlll hire bhe replacement from the Sick leave may be accumulated by , highest ranking eligibles. salaried employes at the rate of 10 In the event eligibility lists days a year. It may be accrued if ' are depleted the manager will not used during a calendar year but advertise the date and place Is limited to 30 days. Employes mu st of an examination for the poslwork six months •for the city before tlon. Application to take the being entitled to sick leave. examination must be made to Emergency leaves for death in the city manager. the employe's immedlates family .will As required in the' city charter, be granted for a three-day period. the rules and regulations require the Absence without leave will be establlshment of a personnel advls- without pay and subject the emory board. The three-man board will ploye to disclpllnary action. Three function as personnel counselors to days of absence without leave ~-will the council. Indicate that the employe hR!\i .re- ' However, the advisory board is signed. , llmlted to the making of recommenThe rules and regulations also datlons. In the event an employe provide for 10 legal holldays for, has a grievance, his case may be city employes. These are New Year's reviewed by the board, but it can day, Washington's birthday, Fast only make findings of fact. day, Memorial day, Independence Uniform rules to control leaves of day, Labor day, Columbus day, Arm- . absence wlll be established by Mr. lstlce day, Thanksgiving and ChristPeterson's plan. An employe on an- mas. nual salary wlll accrue 10 working Classification of all city jobs days leave yearly, if on a ftve-dayunder the city manager has been week, or 11 ' days 1! working- a 1!.ve Included In the rules. The system and a half-day week. ·, · is Intended to help the admlnls• Employes on an hourly pay basis trative department Jn determln- \ Ing qualifications necessary to accumulate annual leave at a rate any position, The system also · of one day for each 208 hours , establishes rates of pay. worked. They must work 2,080 be~ , As a protection t.o the employe, fore being entitled to leave, the regulations demand that a new , (Please tum to page three) city worker enter Into the retirement system as a condition of employment. Persons working for the city before Dec. 31, 1947 have the option o! , entering the retirement plan. Retirement may come at 66, but Is compulsory at 70 on or after Jul? 1, 1950, I 1 I I l t\ �ic 'oC\ Council Names ~ 13 Committees ns To Speed Work et ar ure Discuss • \) '\'1,. The long-awaited appointment o! 13 standing committees to ttie city ,,.. council was announced last night by Mayor Cecil M. Neal In a special session or the munclpal body In city hall. Most Important in the groups designed to eventually handle "loose ends" o! the council's business Is the finance committee under the chairmanship of Richman s. Margeson. Other members of this group a,re Roland I. Noyes and Dr. Lester R. Whitaker. The committee 1s expected to eventually take charge of I the city budget. \ Believed next In municipal importance Is the lands and buildings committee headed by Frank E. Patterson. Other members are Mr. Noyes and William J. Llnchey. The group ls expected to investigate and report on matters pertainIng to city purchase or sale of property and care and maintenance or municipal buildings. ' I up-To. Meet s ommittee; The city manager then said that he had Intended the meeting to be "Informal and Informative" and without the publicity given them by "certain quarters." Mr. Margeson changed his motion to conform with the sollcltor's ruling . . During ex~natlon of the city clerk's budget request, the council listened to MlfS Dondero itemize the work load her office handled. "If 60 people slr.rn a petition which must come before the council, 50 people get ansv,rers by mall after the council acta on It," she said. "After lasb week's meeting 200 letters were malled ont of my office to people who had petitions or ' other requests before the council. And this was done within 48 hours after the meeting," she added. Chief Interest of the councilmen was In the salary paid the clerk, her --· . . .. . fees and the work done by the clerical help. City J\fanager Peterson launched the inquiry with an explanation of a 3,000 salary item in the budget. lie said that this had been set as a maximum for the office and was to include J\Jr. Peterson immediately arose, "I must keep the record clear. I breakfast at home and do not associate with rumor mongers. The figures in the budget are based on my investigations." Councilman Llnchey declared himself a member of the "breakfast club" but maintained he was not a rumor spreader. He said that he thought the city clerk deserved a The city council closed Its doors substantial salary because it was to the public last night for future a "responsible position." "informal," meetings where the Miss Dondero ' told the council 1948 municipal budget will be disthat including the $2,200 salary, cussed with department heads. the city clerk's office netted her .The resolution to meet "as a an annual Income of $3,400. committee of the whole In executive The city manager reported that session" came alter the council she had agreed to a $1,500 salary had labored through a three-hour plus fees and when Miss Dondero session with city executives, an said that she thought she had conhour of which was devoted to probvinced 'him of the necessity of two Ing the budget requesoo of City clerks in her department, Mr. Clerk Elleen Dondero. Peterson could not "remember any We should keep this a family· understanding on that." 1 affair," iiald r.c uncllman Frank Fire Chief George T. Cogan's E. Paterson after Councilman budget requests caused little comWilliam,, J. Llnchey suggested ment. ' the closed sesslllns. During a discussion of the am-· ''When we meet publicly," Mr. bulance service, Mayor Cecil M. Paterson added, "It goes out In Neal asked Chief Cogan If he felt the press and by tomorrow night that he could use additional men it will be the whole town's bus!fees. to replace the four permanent men ness.'' . Councilman !'limes pointed out assigned to the ambulance. Councilman Thomas H. Simes Imthat the city clerk was entitled ~o Chief Cogan replied In the afmediately protested, arguing that fees by statute. He asked if the firma tive. he sees no objection to citizens atsalary item meant that if the fees Mr. Peterson explained that Chief tending ttie meetings. failed to total $3,000, then would Cogan had asked for a new 500 "I see no reason why thi publ!c the clty make up the balance? gallon pumper, costing $13,500, but sh o u l d n' t attend," councilman Mr. Peterson did not answer the he had taken It from the budget Simes · said, "after all It's their councilman's question but went on because the chief agreed to "get business. to explain, that the man:1er o! along this year without It." "It seems It's their privilege to handling fees was an agreement of Although the chief nodded his attend as long as they behave employment In other cities. head In agreement, he pointed out themselves. And you, Mr. Mayor, He said that he had cut one that If any equipment broke down, have the authority to see to that. clerk from the clty clerk's payroll, "It's up to you to fix, according to "No member of this council has effective after the first hal[ of the law." anything to conceal," he concluded. year. He said he had three pumpers, When councilman Richman s. Councilman Dondero asked how one a 1918 model, the others 1924 Margeson moved to hold "all Intihe clerk's office could carry on formative" discussions In executive with Insufficient help. nnd 1925 model/ session, Councilman Mary C. Don"What other departments have dero questioned the legality of nonTax Collector J. Warren Somerby been cut, or raised?" she ques- also escaped close scrutiny after ex~ public meetings of the council. tioned. "Why Is this one depart- plaining that he did not collect fees "I think there are times when ment being alfected. Why not cut for any of the services given by his executive sessions are 11, good 01· raise them all?" lnJ,'' she said, "but I believe office. She said that rumors concerning ur new charter )!ays....tl,lat all Councilman Simes asked him how m~etlng~ hall ))e public." , the amount of fees received by the much money he handled and when City Solicitor Samuel Levy ruled 1 :Jerk were greatly exaggerated un- told that it was "close to a million " that meetings of the council must 1 Ul they "probably reached the man- remarked, "I wouldn't do it for $ 2'_ be public but added that there was ager's ears as eight or nine thous- 500 salary." ' nothing In the charter to prevent and dollars annually." The council itself spotlighted the the council from meeting as a com"Most of these rumors start city manager's request for $1,500 city mittee of the whole. In the "Eel-pot," she said. And car, as the "most controver ial item Mr. Paterson said that he objected ' when her feJlow ·councilmen in the administration department's to some of the publicity given the , looked puzzled she added, "Well, budget." meetings and, Mrs. Dondero smilingsome call It the 'breakfast club' Councilman Paterson defended ly remarked,. "You'll have to get the request as a "necessity" anti but I call It the Eel-pot." used to things like that if you're gosaid that all city managers appear ing ~lt--9!!_...the_~.o..uncll.'~~to have cars. Simes Objects~ Not all city business Jacks a humorous side. During !ast night's council session participation In a l\lemorial day parade was being discussed. Councilman 'fhomas II. Simes smlllngly addressed Mayor Cecil 1\1. Neal: "It's the custom, you know, for the mayor to walk at · the head or those parades with a silk hal." The rejoinder: "l'll wear it if you l1ave one." The climax: "I do. It's or slightly ancient vintage but you're welcome to I I It." City Manager Peterson explained that the car would be available for all city business and that he planned to buy a light coupe which would be sufficient for the purpose. However, Councilman Dondero said she thought that $8,000 was enough salary for the manager t'> use his own cnr. She said that lf he were' paid a sinaller salary she could' see why the city should provide a car. A $2 ,000 annual salary for n private secretary in the manager's office was explained by Mr. Peter&on who said lhnt the duties were such as to "require more couslderntion." Others called before the council were City Auditor Jack Fenwick, Fire Alarm Supt. William I. Randall, Treasurer Teresa Demarais and Assessor Robert Herrick. I -- OP. I - i Il �Other committees: Thomas H. Simes, Mr. Margeson, John J. Leary, Accounts; Mary C. Dondero, Mr. Simes, Dr. Whitaker, Claims; Mr. Simes, Mr. Leary, Mrs. Dondero, Engrossing bl11s. Mr. Margeson, Mr. Paterson, Dr. Whitaker, fire department; Mr. Noyes, Mr. Slmes, _publ1c library. Mrs. Dondero, Mr. Linchey, Mr. Leary, bills on their second reading; Mr. Leary, Mr. Linchey, Mr. Paterson, elections. Mr. Llnchey, Mr. Simes, Mrs. Dondero, printing; Mr. L!nchey, Mr. Margeson, Mr. Paterson, parking and traffic; Mr. Leary, Mr. Simes, Mr. Noyes, cemeteries. City Manager Edward C. Peterson reported on his appearance at the Constitutional Convention in Concord in opposition to a proposal t o make tax assessment of public utilities a state function instead of a municipal operation. Mr. Peterson said that !! utility taxation became the duty o! the state tax commission Portsmouth would lose about $3,600,000 worth of property from Its assessment list and It would mean an increase here o! $6 in the tax rate. Utilities here, he explained, comprise about 15 % of the total tax levy. In other business, the council approved a request by the James Cole circus to play in Portsmouth June 22. The approval was given with the stipulation th at the location be suitable to the city manager and mayor. Requested as a possible loca- 1 tlon for the affair was Jenkins · field, but Councilman Simes said: "I think there Is serloUll objection to allowing a circus in that section:• He added that there are "taxpayers more or less jeopardized by the presence of an itinerant circus. The council accepted as a whole j an invitation from Charles W. - Greene to participate In a Memorial 1 day parade here after an Individual poll revealed only tbree of the members planned to attend. The poll, suggested by Councilman Simes, was dropped after the count!1 and Councilman Dondero commented: "It seems too bad that the city council can't spare one hour a year to go down to the cemetery to hon - , or the dead." , Councilman Paterson-one of these who answered "no'• to the invitation-challenged Mrs. Dondero's criticism by declaring he had made other commitments and "we are r eturning past favors. If it's a must I will be here." Councilman Simes, who also answered "no" during the poll, quickly rallied to what appeared to be an embarrassing situation and said he had to work on the transfer of two important deeds that day. He added "I'm an old man" but said "If anyone insi ts I'll walk back here, a ttend the parade, an d go back to work." It eventually was decided to table the pol! and a motion was approved that all possible members of the group be at ·city hal! to attend the parade. The council also: Granted local bond drive of!lclals penntsslon to park a "Bondsmobile" on Market square. A~eed to investigate the legality of signs posted at various locations th ougnout the city by Wentworllhby-the-Sea Maj. James B. Smith, hotel official, wrote that the signs had been posted without permission and requested they be approved. rt was decided to see if the state had any control over the matter and to wi thhold approval until then. Placed on file a letter from the I Public Service commission saying the Boston and Maine Transportation company will be given permission to operate transportation to a power plant construction here unless someone requests a hearing on the matter. Approved a request from the local unit of Benevolent Protective [ Order of Elks to place a stand on Market street to conduct a rafl"le. Accepted an invitation from the Central Veterans• council to participate in a parade May 31. Reviewed two minor petitions from the St. Johnsbury Trncking company and the Standard Coat and Apron company. The council adjourned shortly af- 1 ter 8 o'clock and Mayor Neal said: "Now we'll go into a committee as I a whole.'• 90 Council Slates Public Hearing On Water Liffe?, ~ask Petitions Court Support In Rezoning Plea A petition to overrule the city councll's recent r efusal to rezone eight acres o! land in the Spinney road area was placed 1n the hanc!s of the superior court la.st week by S. Gordon Task, Portsmouth contractor. Mr. Task petitioned llhe planning board for r ezoning the area at Spinney road from single t o general residence. The petition was argued at a public hearing before the boa.rd which recommended its refusal. Following the planning board's recommendation, the city council turned the petition down. Mr. Task now seeks to have the court enter an order setting aside the council's ruling and to permit the r ezoning. He has also a.sked that the council be ordered to produce the record of its proceedings on h is petition because he was not "allowed" any opportunity to present testimony in support of his petition. A public hearing on a petition by Elwyn road residents for construction of a water llne will precede a clby council meeting at 7 o'clock tonlgti.t in the council chambers or city hall. Elwyn road residents submitted the _petition after previous attempts to obtain council sanction of the 1 project were unsuccessfW. The project was estimated by Streets Supt. 1 Clayton E. Osborn in Sept. 1947 to cost about $67,500. It was considered by the council on several previous occasions but no action was taken. Of the $67,500 estimate, Super- / lntendent Osborn then said $23,- I 249 would have to be paid by the families who live along the road which runs from the corner of Lafayette and Peverly BIII roads In Portsmouth to Lang's comer J~ ·Rye. J'"' :J Mr. Osborne said the $23,349 represents the cost of running lines from the road to the various houses, some of which he said are far removed from the highway. He A hearing on S. Gordon Ta.sk's maintained the project would repetition to 11et aside the city counquire the laying of 8,000 feet of cil'11 refusal to allaw rezoning o! pipe along bhe roadway. his land in the Spinney road area CONCORD, June 1 (AP)Also on the council's agenda A Portsmouth ordinance requirha.s been .set for July 1 in Rocktonight will be a request by 11 ing licensing of itinerant phoemployes of the water departingham county superior court here. tographers was held invalid toment division of the board of City Clerk Eileen Dondero reday by the state supreme court. pub!Jc works for consideration ported today that she had been The court ruled that the city of a wage increase. The water served no tice of the hearing by law discriminated against nondepartment employes did not Deputy Sherif! James s. Webster residents and wa.s a. barrier to specify an amount In their o! Derry. Mayor Cecil M. Ne.al interstate commerce. wage request. wa.s also served by the deputy sherThe ordinance required a 11- , Stiatlng that other municipal delf.!, Miss Dondero said. cense fee of 5 per day or $25 a partments recently were granted inweek for itinerant photographMr. Ta.sk petitioned the planning creases, the petitioners asked for ers. Alter three months of pay- . board !or rezoning o! the area at a wage increase "commensurate ing the fees, a photographer Spinney road from a single to a with the added cost of living." could then operate without general residence. The petition The council also will be asked to further fees under the law. consider a demand by Mrs. Townwas argued at a public hearing beA Boston photographic firm fore the board which recommended send Byrne of 848 Islington street opposed the ordinance. its refusal. that bhe Coastline Canning corThe court ruled that "the poration, plant be ordered removed · The city council rejected the pechallenged ordinance, if not from its Islington street site "to the tition on the recommendation. designed for the purpose of diswater front." criminating against the nonMr. Task now seeks to have the In a letter to the council, Mrs. resident photographer, clearly , court enter an order setting aside Byrne charged that Portsmouth has that necessary effect." i the council's ruling and to permit has hlt "an all-time low" by allowNo comparable regulation aptbe rezoning. Ing a fish canning Industry to opplied to resident photographers, erate "right within its center." tbe court said. J i., I Mrs. Byrne pointed to "the objectionable odor, or more properly I the vile stench emanating from the 1plant" as one of the reasons why she l is requesting that the industry be ordered removed to a dlfl'erent location., The counoil's member o! the personnel advisory board ls expected to be appointed tonight. City Manager Edward C. Peterson already has named Nathan H. Wells as hls appointee. The third member of the board will be appointed by Mr. Wells and the council's member. A publlc hearing on an ordinance to make parking meter funds available to the highway department also wl11 be held prior to the meet- Local Ordinance On Photographers Declared Inva lid ing. f • Court Sets Date . on For Hear,ng Rezoning Petition �Initial $14,400 Price Sought by Board_ Offered by Council In Zonin·gIssue For School at Acres 9J rSolicitor's Ruling ::S t fl The question of whether r eal estate operators mu.st submit plans for their projects to the planning board was placed in the hands of the city solicitor last night for a ruling when Board Chairman John W. Durgin, Sr., challenged its authority. "I believe that when we decided that Gordon Task had to present plans for our approval, we exceeded our authority," Mr. Durgin said. "It will make us look foolish. One man asked me the other day how come we approved Paul Griffin's petition for. an industrial zone in a general residence area and then when a man wanli; to make a general residence zone in a single residence '"Jt.4 1 Probe Ordered In Sardine Plant ,Odor Complaint The purchase o! two war-built schools was set in motion by the area we turn it down. Portsmouth city council last night "I couldn'b answer him because wibh an initial price offer to the I don't know of an, ordinance givfederal government of $14,400 fol' ing us such authority," Mr. Durgin the Wentworth Acres .!'Chool. added. Approval of purchase and a pri<;e S. Gordon Task, local contractor, offer for the Sherburne school were petitioned the planning board to enacted by the council last month. hange the zoning in the Spinney Together the price offer to the govroad area from single to general ernment :tor both schools totals residence. It was denied by the $35,600. council on the recommendation of The purchase offer, which would the planning board. Mr. Task la ter result in an, annual boost of $7,000 petitioned superior court to overin the municipal budget for !ive rule the council's refusal. years, was sanctioned at a 1JhreeMaurice E. Witmer, board secrehour session. during which the tary, ex,plained that for several council also ordered an Investigayears the board has been requ esttion of a complaint by Mrs. Towning such information from real essend Byrne of 848 Islington street tate operators. He cited bhe Elwyn protesting a "vile stench" whip!),?ark development··•as an example sbe claims is caused by the sar<1lne but added that alterations h ad been cannery on Islington street. made in that project without the board's knowledge. , An extended discussion on how , the purchase can be financed pre"The board must make deciceded the council's offer to buy the sions," Mr. Witmer insisted, Wentworth Acres and Sherburne "and it must have a clear con- . Ischool buildings, erected at- a comcept of the use to which a tract j bined original cost at $250,000. of land will be put." He continued, "The board should Warning that the purchase would go farbher into the protection of- mean a boost in the city's tax rate, eyJsting property by demandiqg , Councilman Mary C. Dondero voiced opposition to the plan "until we knowledge of the type of buildings find out where the money iB comto be built; the covenants being ing fTom." placed in the deeds and any other information n ecessary to protectWhen the council lndica.ted Its ing the rights of property holders." approval of the purchase. Mrs. City Manager Edward C. PeterDondero arose and remarked: son then asked Mr. Witmer if the "Well boys, you'd better have present ordinance enabled the plana good time this year because yon won't be around next year ning board to regulate the use of when the people hear about the land or the buildings, or both. that." When the · board secretary replied "just the use of the land," Mr. DurCouncilman William J. Linchey gin immediately said, "Then we've took immed1ate issue with her as exceeded our authority In the case !he asked to have "my position of Task." clearly stated for the record." Mr. Witmer declared h e would "I believe In the welfare of stand by the decision of the boa.rd our children," he asserted, "and and not discuss it publicly with we must have schools for them. anyone. I am here to serve the eltlzen1 However, Mr. Durgin said that of P ortsmouth and not to look when it came to calling "black, f or r eelection." . whlte", he would not go along with Under the council's purchue the board. I plan, a $7,000 down payment would On the motion of Mr. Wibmer, It be made to the federal government was voted to ask City Solicitor !or the schools from thls . year'a Samuel Levy to rule on the matter. budget, with the remainder to be paid over a period of five years. I Also referred t o the finance committee were two requests for wage increases by more than 60 employes of the street and water departments. The council!s action on Mrs. Byrnes complaint against the Coastline canning Corp. plant came a.ft~r the Eleven water department employes reading of a petition In which Mrs. Bynie charged that Portsmouth asked for consideration of a. wage has hit "an all-time low" by allow- boost "commensurate with the added cost of living." Ing a fish canning industry to operate "right wlthln its center." About 50 street department workers also signed a petitio~ for a ~~ge Mrs. Byrne further charged increase, calling attention to ~that the "pungent" odor is eoualities" of pay which they said "nauseating" and that trailers of uncovered fish heads and ta.Ila , n~w exists. In their petition, the street d_e ba.d been left for hours within partment workers said t~at while 30 feet of Islington street wait• they were given a 10% raise a year ing to be hauled away. ago this was cut down by the counOn motion of Councilman Llnchey, cil include only laborers. City M11.nager Peterson, City Sol!ci"In order for truck drivers to retor Samuel LevY and the board ceive even this small amount,'' they of health were instructed to take wrote "the drivers had to be reimmediate steps to see if the con• classified as laborers." ditlon can be a.tbated. Both· the street and water dePrior to the meeting, the council partments pointed out that the fire~ conducted a public h earing on a men policemen and school departpetition for extension of water fa.• ment employes recently were given cilitles from Faye's corner alon& a wage boost. . Elwyn road. The council also received a petiPrincipal proponent o! the protion from 25 residents of the Sumposal was Mrs. Eleanor Coleman of mit avenue and south street_ area ElwYn road who stressed the improtesting the gra~ting o"f a llcens~ portance of city water service to the for a circus at Jenkins field off sum residents. Mrs. Coleman 11ald the mit avenue. The council decided EiwYn road area was entitled to that the circus must find a new and "suitable" location. "adequate" fire protection which A permit request from King ·•1t now lacks." Brothers circus was rejected after Also expressing approval of the Mrs. Dondero said that show's. repplan were Mrs. William E Kelly, utation was subject to question. George Mace, Mrs. George Emery The council decided that a 1% and Mrs. Paul Keech. About 11 Eldiscount on 1948 tax bills should wyn road residents attended the be granted H payment is made on hearing. or before Sepb. 1. Interest aifter Three other petitions for water nee. 1 was set at 8%._ . extensions were referred to the A $2,243 contract for i~stallat1on council's finance committee. of a transmitter, receiver and They included a request f.rom John three mobile radio units for the Goiter for 1,000 feet of water main fire department was awarded to on Lafayet te road. He also asked the Motorola company. Two obher the council to make formal accept. bids, both higher than the $2,243 ance of McKinley road. figure were rejected. They were In his requ est, Mr. Goiter explainElectronics LaJboratory of Portsed that he has developed about mouhll, $2,485, and the General $300,000 worth of real estate in the Electric company, $3,055. The rasection and that all but two houses dio is designed for a 12 to 15-mile are sold. He said he now plans furrange. ther construction totaling $350,- I 000. \ The council authorized City Treasurer Mrs. Teresa Demarais to Pebitions for extension of water sign assent papers for r eorganiza- \ lines on Myrtle avenue and South bion of the Massachusetts Hospital Sagamore Creek also wei·e referred Life insurance company. The reto the finance committee, along with orgarnzation involves a scholarship that of Mr. Goiter. trust fund which was establ ished A hearing was held on an ordinseveral years ago for Portsmouth ance to make $25,000 in parking mestudents. ter funds available to the highway department each year. Councilman Dondero opposed the measure in public bearing but offered no dissent on its second reading. to �qz Michael Barrett City p~~1onnel Advisor In other business the council voted to:' Refer to City Manager Peterson and Superintendent Osborn a petition from the Loyal Order of Moose for permission t o erect a sign outside their lodge at 64 Daniels street. Michael A. Barrett, master of the electrical manufacturing 11ho~ ~t Reques,t; that the city manager the naval shipyard, was named last night a.a the city co~cll's representa- , investigate a petition from the Portsmouth Lion's club for erection tive on the Personnel Advisory board._...;;.,..... of a sign at Memorial P ark near Mr. Barrett and Nfllthan H. Wells, • the P oritsmouth. approach to the the city manager's appo_lntee, will Memorial bridge. , Grant the A. H. Anderson com- meet in the near future to select pany of Newburyport permission to bhe third member of the board. erect a sign at the Bell Shop at The city charter provides that 110 Congress street. the Personnel Advisory board shall R efer to City Manager Peterson study and advise the city council and Superintendent Osborn a re- and city manager in the handling quest by Alfred Macrelli of Central of city workers. While the board street th at a sign be erected at can hear appeals from "aggrieved the beginning of Central street run- I employes," it does not have the nlng north of and parallel to Cutts power to reinstate a discharged or street. suspended worker. Grant the New England Tele~h~ne., The council's member of the and Telegraph company perm1ss1on board is a. native of Lawrence, to install and maintain a 14-foot Mass., but has made his home conduit on Daniels street and a tn Portsmouth for the pa 5t pole on J:l;ling,ton street. 42 years. He started work at Grant the Montgomery Ward the naval shipyard in 1908 and company permission to stage a on Nov. 1, 1918 was made master bicycle .parade June 25, pending • of his department. approval by the city ma rshal. P ermit 11-year-old Richard D. During World War II, Mr. Barrett Cole of 30 Hanover street to shine had 3,900 men in h is department • shoes on the streets. at the Somersworth electrical manuMICHAEL A. BARRETT Refer to the reareation commisfacturing shop. At the present time sion a request by the Civilian Horse275 men are under his immediate shoe Pitching league at the Portssupervision. mou th naval shipyard to use the . When Informed by The Portsmouth South playgrou nd each Tuesday night. H Id today of his appointment, era Mr. Barrett said · simp1Y, "I sh a II Grant a South End group perbe glad to be of service to the mission t o use the South ward community.'' room tomorrow, providing the group is properly supervised. Mr. Barretb 1s married and the Reject a petition by Valerie Task rather of one son, Arthur J. Barfor permission to maintain a taxi rett of Tuckahoe, N. Y. stand from 210 Deer street to Ales- I His first term on the Personnel si's restaurant. board will be for two years as the Refer to the lands and bu1ldings charter provides for a one-year Gov. Charles M. Dale and Virgil committee a petition by Roy K . term !or the city manager's apD. White, former state motor vehicle Fernald of 507 Dennett street for pointee, two years for the council's; commissioner, are officials of two permission to buy a nearby strip of and bhree years for th e member firms which supplled more than twoland from the city. selected by Messrs. Wells and Barthirds of the automobiles bought for Turn down a request by the Parrett. the state pollce in non-competitive ent's Music club for a donation. All terms ~ be for three years transactions during 1947, The PortsRefer to t he street light commit1after the present term Of each man mouth Herald learned today. tee a request for a street light at 77-79 Russell street. expires. Of the 30 cars purchased-with no bids asked-seven were bought from Refer to the claims commibtee the Portsmouth Motor Mart, o! two damage claims. One was from Refer to the traffic committee a which Governor Dale Is clerk and a Dorothy Cocks of Cuckle-Button letter from Jonn L. Scott, power director, and 16 were obtained from Farm in Ogunquit for $20 .93 fo1· a sales supervisor for the New HampWhite's garage in Ossipee, of which . new automobile tire and tube shire Gas and Electric company White is president and treasurer. which she said was damaged May r equesting a meeting wibh the traf22 by a sharp metal point protrudOnly seven state poUce cars fic committee. Mr. Scott Informed ing from a broken curbstone in bought from Feb. 2, 1947, to Jan. the council that new traffic lights front of 147 State s breet. The 14, 1948 were supplled by other are ready for installation on the dealers. other was submitted by Daniel S. Atwell of 91 South street who safd corner of Congress and Fleet This information was found In his fence at 97 South street was streets and bhe corner of Congress · the records of State Purchasing and Vaughan streets. Agent Harold Cheney In ConGrant Postmaster Peter J. IDckey damaged by a city snow plow. cord, where It was also discovpermission to locate or re-locate Accept the monthly report of four mall boxes. ered that the purchasing- agent Plumbing Inspector Clement R. ls admittedly violating the rules Refer to the finance commlttee 8 Moulton. ~ of his O)vn office by failure to repo1t by City Manager Peterson Refer to City Manager P eterson that extension of the Greenland maintain a public Jist of non-bid a letter from L t. Col. A. C. Ste- water line would cost the city $52,000 purchases of more than $100, wart, Chief of the Real Estate Di- with an annual return of $477. Routine procedure in the purvision of the U. S. army engineer Investigate a $474 bill from Mauchase of the state pollce cars corps nobifying the council that a rice T. Witmer for work in connecwould require tha t the governor lease for the army's recruiting tion with alterations to the Portsapprove each Purchase, wit;}). the office at city h all will expire mouth public library. The city manmanufacturer and dealer specified, ager and city solicitor will study June 30. according to John D. Langmuir, the bill. executive director of the New Advertise for bids for wrecking Hampshire Federation of Taxpayer the old Jones pumping station Rs Associations, who has made a close · recommended in a report from the study o! purchasing office praclands and buildings committee. tices. ~=-~~~====::ai, I I I Dale and White Linked to Sale 1u OfPolice Carst I He pointed out, however, that rules adopted for the purchasing office had modified legislative requ1rements for competitive bidding on all transactions exceeding $100 by stating, "Whenever it ls in th e best interests of the state to do so." LangmuJr also explained that the factor c,f scarcity might be used as argument to justify non-competitive purchase of the cars. Nevertheless, he was unable to account for the fact that such a. major proportion of the purchases had gone to the two companies with which Governor Dale and White are connected"unless it was considered that they were rendering the state a public service Jn ma.king the cars available, Cheney defended the non-coi:npetitive aspect of the purchases as "essential In securing the cars." He said that dealers were reluctant to sell cars to the state because they were bought without the profltaible extra accessories and that, in a time of scarcity, dealers were not interested in doing business with the state. A slmllar explanation was given by Supt. Ralph W. Caswell of the state pollce, who sa,ld the governor and White were favoring the state in selling the cars at a time when they were urgent1y needed and hard to get. Superintendent ·Caswell said he was coD1Vlnced that the s tate got the most favorable prices possible, citing bhe range of $1,500 to $1,900 per car . I According to figures compiled by Langmuir, discounts on the cars "averaged about 3%." The same set o! rules and regulations of the state purchasing office, whlch exemp ts competitive bidding when it ls "In the best interests of the state," also require: "The purchasing agent shall keep a 11st of all purchases iDIVolvlng the expenditure of more than $100 made without competitive bidding, with an explanation in each case W\by competiblve bidding was not used. This list shall be a':'ailable for pu blic inspection. The Port smo uth Herald wa.s told that no such list was available wh en It was requested and Cheney readily acknowledged that h e had not. prepared one, because of the work it would entail. He said he felt the rule requ iring the list should be abol1 hed , since he could explain any Instance of non -competitive bidding from the purchase records. "However," he added, "II it has to be kepb I'll have to have more people In this department. We have mo)•e work now than we can handle." In explaining state purchasing procedures, Oheney said each department submits its own requisitions. Those involving $300 or more formerly were forwarded to the governor for approval, he said, but this limlt has been raised to $600 on his recommendation and Governor Dale's concurrence. �Levy Appointed To Second Term IAs City Solicitor Peterson, Levy Fail To Probe J!-'\{) 2 City Projects U1 City Solicitor S Levy was reappointed to that office yesterday afternoon by City Manager Edward C. Peterson and Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn was named aa tree warden by the manager. However, Mr. Peterson remained non- committal on the appointment of a city clerk. Mr. Levy was originally appointed citiy sollcitor by the 1947 city council to replace Atty. Charles J . Griffin, who resigned. The post of tree warden is an original appointment because Mr. P eterson said today it had been neglected by previous councils. The office 1s provided for by Chapter 188 of the 18/Ws of 1945. Under the law, the appointing authority in the city or town nomin ates a candldaite for the position to the state forester. l Af ter the forester confirms the appointment the city also makes the appointment . The tree warden is empowered to enforce the conservation and preservation of trees within the city limits. De.spine . a week-old order from the city council, City Manager Edward C. Peterson and Solicitor S!llllluel Levy have not yet investigated the completion of two municipal projects financed by federal grants. The grants were obtained by the c!by for the planning of addition to the public library and a sewerage survey, scheduled for completion Feb. 29, 1948, and Oct. 15, 1947, respectively. At the council's last meeting City Manager Edward C. P eterson read a letter from the New York office of the Federal Works agency requesting immediate compliance wil:A1 bhe stipulations made by the agency when the money was granted. The agency's division engin eer, William D. Jones, wrote that S1,920 had been allowed for the library project and $5,340 for the sewerage survey. either project has been -reported as completed, Mr. 'Jones added. 93 Council Grants $6,950 To Repaint Standpipes Three of the city"s standpipes and watertanks were promised a new coat of paint last night when the city council accepted bids totalllng $6,950 for a repainting job. At the same time the council authorized the mayor to borrow $200,000 in anticipation of tax revenue after City Manager Edward C. Peterson reported the cash balances insufficient to keep the city going until tax collections start late in -the summer. Tonight t he council will hold an executive session on *---,,-=--- -- the Acres School Bid Accepted t,"J..\ By Government A $14,400 city bid for Wentworth 1 Acres school has been accepted by the governm1mt, City Manager Edward C. Peterson said today. Contracts for the purchase are being drawn up in New York by Federal Works agency officials, he , said. Under terms of the proposed agreement, the city will pay onesixth · of the purchase price as a down payment and the remainder in five yearly installments. Purchase of a similar na turethat of Sherburne school-for $21,000 already has been okayed by the council. Mr. Peterson was au thorized to sign contracts with the government. He said today, however, that n egotiations are tempora1ily stalled by discussion of a 12-inch water main running from the junction of ·woodbury and M:iplewood avenues to Granite street. The line was installed during the war at a cost of $6,500. I 1948 municipal budget. Two firms, H . L. Hoffman of Warren, Ohio, and J. H. Tredick of Malden, Mass., were awarded the water tank contracts. The Islington street sta·n dpipe and the old Jones watertank: will be repainted inside and out under terms of the contract and the Spinney road watertank on the outside only. Approval of the $200,000 Joa,n met slight delay when Councilman Mary C. Dondero pointed out that a formal resolution was necessary and that none had been made. Mr. Peterson said today that the The council recessed for 15 minlibrary matter was further compliutes while acting city clerk Patcated by a bill from Maurice E. ricia MacDonald prepared the Wi tmer, local architect, for his sernecessary forms. vices in planning the library addiA committee consisting of Countion. At the moment, Mr. Peterson cilmen Dondero, John J. Leary and A jt.. said he did not know if Witmer's bill Frank E. Paterson was appointed was over and above the federal by Mayor Cecil M. Neal to arrange Portsmouth's 1948 tax rate profunds or a draft against those funds. a Fourth of July program. bably will be m ade publ!c during Mr. Jones letter follows in full: the first two weeks of August, City Paul J. O'Brien, Americanism "We understand from our district Manager Edward c. Peterson said officer of the Frank E. Booma post, engineer, James R. Gardner, who today. American Legion, had requested th e visited you (Mr. Peterson) recently The · manager explained he ex- city to take action in the matter l pects the municipal budget to re- of a July 4 celebration. 25, 1946, we agreed to advance $1,920 1 ceive final approval by the middle 11'. Peterson told the counfor the planning of a library and ~~m,~tl of July and that the tax books cil that the city's bid of $22,000 $5,340 for the planning of sewers · will be completed by the end of master plum ber, was appointed/ for the Sherburne school had that you have been recently a pthe month. plumbing inspector for the city early been accepted by the federal pointed city manager. th Last year the taxpayers were is week by Cit,y Manager Edward gove1·nment ancl the deeds were "For your information, on March C. P eterson . assessed $37 per $1,000. Th.is assessbeing prepared. ·- - ·-·, in your community. Our records inment was based on a budget ot He added that he had been dicate the city scheduled these for $1,002,000 and appraisals were set Jed to believe th at the $14,000 completion by Feb. 29, 1948, an d at slightly more than $25,500,000. hid for t he Wentworth Acres Oct. 15, 1947, r espectively and the At the present time the 1948 b1,1dget school would also be accepted. government in good faith relied upon calls for $1,070,000 to be raised by this representation. They are still The city manager's report on taxation. not completed. sch ools initiated an attack by It was estimated today that "We believe that your attention councilman Dondero on the transif the valuation remains at the should be drawn to the fact that action. She harked back to her 1947 figure, the tax rate this year our regulations which form part of arguments of several weeks ago . will be approximately $42 on the your agreement with us clearly 1 thousand. when she contended · that, if the states that you undertook, when city waited or bargained furtper In respo·nse to a request from vou entered Into th e agreement in with the government, tihe Acres question, to take prompt steps to school could be "had for nothing." Councilman Thomas H. Simes, City initiate and prosecute the plan preMrs.· Dondero claimed that at Solicitor Samuel Levy ruled that the city had made a legal offer for pared to completion. It is obviously one time the city could have had the building and could be held to In your Interest to comply with this the entire Acres project for nothit by the government unless it was stipulation as was contemplated by ing, "if it wanted it." 1 withdrawn before acceptance. the Congress. Second reading of P ortsmouth 's Criticizing what she termed Mr. Levy also said that the gov"Mr. Gardner has reported tha.t $1,321,159 1948 budget has been "hurried" action by the council, ernment had offered the city the he found th e arohltect (Mr. Witmer) scheduled a t a special meeting of the former mayor urged that the chance to take over the utilities at has nearly completed the plans for the city council at 7 pm tomorrow finance committee investigate fur- the Acres for nothing but ha d not the library addition and we shall in the council chambers at city ther. offered the project as a whole. appreciate prompt steps on your hall. Councilman William J . Linchey Councilman Dondero said she part to have these plans and specThe mandatory public h earing on defended the council's action, ardid not believe that money had ifications brought to early comthe budget was held Tuesday night, guing that when the city made its been appropriated for the purpletion. allowing tomorrow's second reading offer for the school property the chase and so the city could not . "Relative to the sewer project, Mr. of the document. condition of the building was be held to the offer. Gardner contacted your engineer, known. However, she did not pre5s her John w. Durgin, who stated that arguments beyond asking that a his contract with the city does not Jetter be sent to the Public Housing cover entirely 'the work outlined in authority urging that a lower price the application and suggests such a be considered. The council did not contract be made with Mr. Durgin act on her request. immediately In order this work may ,·Local Tax Rate ' May Be Known . !c. Durang ugust I /Moulton N med I ~'!~!~~oc~m,~t! I .. /Budget Reading Set Tomorrow \ h" rnm i:,lP,tecl." I �·ty Budget Record .cl • st Rea dIng • I Ir Pa Sses F Council Adopt~ Merit System for City Workers '\,'~ Councilman declared. "I personally doSimes not belong to any , party." • I Again Councilman Dondero opened an attack when the street department appropriations were read. , She leveled general criticisms at : Clayton E. Osborn's superlntendenA record million dollar budget-most of which ls to be raised by. taxcy and Councilman Simes asked that ation-was voted through its first reading by the city council last night the "experienced member of the over the determined opposition of Councilman Mary C. Dondero. ·.t'i.• ,, council" start with the first item and J 1 .:> tell her feJlow councilmen where City employes are on the "merit plan" today after the Portsmouth Mrs. Dondero was the only nega- - ' savings could be made. •city council gave Its approval late tlve voter when the $1,321,159 apAnother $11,000 Is expected to be Mrs. Dondero then said she beyesterday to a set of rules and proprlatlon was put to baJlot after returned by the Community center lleved In two superintendents-one regulations submitted by City Mana three-hour session during which during the year which means a for the water department and anager Edward C. Peterson. the "non-partisan". council Indulged total operating cosb to the tax- other for the highway. The new system places fu ture In everything from party politics to payer of $3,115. "There's too much tossing around employes on a competitive basis In personal differences. councilman Dondero early In the of equipment and meti to suit me up seeking jobs and establishes a uniAt the same time, the city meeting objected to the method of . there," she said. "I believe we'll get ·. form code for handling all personexecutives scheduled a public reading the budget adopted by the better streets when we get a better nel problems. hearlnr on the budget tor '1:30 council. ' superintendent." Adoption of rules for a.dmln• pm Tut&day, July 6, in the At the suggestion of Mayo1 Cecil Mayor Neal asked her to "slick lstratlon of city workel'II folcouncil chAmbel'!I before conM. Neal, t11e council agreed t.o read to the point" and Councilman lowed deletion of the words elderlng It for its "second readonly the total amounts for each acDondero replied, "l am, I am." "without notice" In connection Ing." count but Mrs. Dondero Insisted In continuing her description with dismissals. Principal items to draw the fire e&ch Item should be read. of the ills of the street depart.. Tonight the city council will of Councilman Dondero include Councilman Thomas H. Simes ment, Mrs. Dondero said "Osmeet again ln a special session at the entire highway department said he believed that If any born doesn't need a new car." 7:30 to consider borrowing money budget of $216,970, a request for ! Item was questionable It could She was told that he was not getIn antlclpllltlon of taxes and tocity purchase of ·an official autobe challenged before the counting a new car but a pickup truck. morrow night at the same time the mcblle for City Manager Edward ell moved on to the next and Finally, the council moved to other third special meeting of the week 1 C. Peterson, a. slash In the a.pproon " show of hands Mrs. Donappropriations, although Mrs. Donwlll be !or the first reading of the prlablon for hiring of clerical help dcro's protest was voted down. dero had not finished three items. 1948 municipal budget. 1n the city clerk's account and the She , continued to demonstrate Mr. Peterson said during a recess Councilman Mary C. Dondero at1 water department request of $175,her militant attitude when the that any car, or other equipment, tacked the "without notice" pro167. $14,235 for the city clerk's deparb- 1 bought by •t he city, would be marked vision because, "It's unfair to ask It was noted last night that the ment was read by Acting City : by the city's seal so that It could not employes to give notice before .rebudget differed ln several instances Clerk Patricia MacDonald. be used for other than official bussigning and yet we're not willing to In comparison with the original The former mayor contended lness. give notice ourselves." budget submitted several weeks ago tJhat clerical appropriations should On the motion of Councilman Her argument was contested by by Mr. Peterson. Include provisions for more than Noyes, the budget was passed on first Councilman Roland I. Noyes who Six thousand dollars was adone clerk but when Mr. Peterson reading with only Mrs. Dondero dlssaid, "Such wording should be left ded to the proposed school deexplained that It was planned to sentlng. In so that It may be used if the department allocation for down In other business the council votI move clerks 1n from obher depart- ' partment head finds It necessary." payments on the Sherburne and · ments If extra help was ne"eded the ed to: Hd'wever, the councilmen voted \'Ventworth Acres school build' council moved on to the next Item. Permit the holding of a bridal unanimously to adopt the rules with lngs. The $1,500 item for a car to be shower In the Bartlett stre!lt engine the change suggested by Mrs. DonAn Increase of $3,700 for hospital · used by the city manager drew I house and to allow the Fourth of dero. expenses was approved 111 the wellenp;thy oppo.~ltlon from Mrs. Don- July celebration. Councilman Dondero also fare department account. The !Lem dero who contended It wns unnecAuthorized City Manager Peterurged that cost of living salary was raised to $7,000 but partially oITessary "because of the salary patd son to sign contracts with the fed- · Increases be granted cltv emsetting this lticrease was a drop In Mt·. Peterson." era! government for purchase of ployes bat the matter was Councilman Simes carefully the Sherburne school. dropped when City Solicitor the board and care Item from $10,expl11lned his indiflerence on the The aubhorlzatlon followed a Samuel Levy explained that an 000 to $8,000. matter, saying, "As I see It, the brief explanation of the contracts ' ordinance was --uecdSary to \ At the request of the city manager manager can ride or he can by . City solicitor Samuel Levy. ehaflge the basic salary rates. a $7,000 fund to compensate for tax walk. Walking would probably The merit plan as passed by the discounts has been set up In the be good for J1ls waistline but council has set minimum and maxiunclassified account. the city would be the loser." mum wage rates in all city posi• Mrs. Dondero argued that If ll tlons, regulates retirements, dis~ Mr. Peterson explained that a tax smaller salary was paid, she wouid missals, appointments, vacations discount was, In eliect, an expend!agree to the need of buying a car and other administrative controls ture and that the budget should make "proper" allowances for It. 1' I forHowever, the manager. over city employes. she emphasized he was Two salary Increases are Included I paid an "excellent" salary and said In the new budget, One Is a $700 he Is able to provide his own ca, raise for the city solicitor to an anon a mileage basis or use other city First reading of the million dollnr nun! salary of $2,500, plus $500 exvehicles. 1948 municipal budget Is scheduled I . pc:nses, and the other a $400 boost Asked why the fire chief had a for tomorrow night at a special •for the overseer of the poor to $1,800. , car, Councilman Dondero snapped, meeting of the city council at 7 :30 • However, the city clerk's proposed 1"A nice Republican city council 1 salary was cut from $3,000 lo $2,200. bought It." o'clock. Twenty-seven thousand dollars In , 1 Later when she Inquired when the The future status of Pommouth's In addlLion to studying ~he budget additional revenue Is recorded In the comfort st.atlon would be opened, I before Its passage on first reading, comfort station probably will be budget approved last night. I councilman Roland I. Noyes quipdecided tonight when the city Revenue anticipated by the highped, "Probably when the Democrats the council plans to set the time council considers a report from the way department includes $16,000, get back in olilce." and place of n public hearlng on architect, Maurice E. Witmer, conwhich, Mr. Peterson told the counThls sally promptly brought centhe 1948 appropriations. cerning requisitions and financial cll, has never before been part of a sure from Councilman Simes who statements. CILy Manager Edward C. Peterson budgeb. said that the member opposite him An otherwise routine meeting also reported today that he would He said that In past years money (Mrs. Dondero) had repeatedly "lnfaces the council when lt begins ask the council to authorize ·confrom "50-50" sidewalk construction dulged" In such remarks and others its July session at 7 pm. Applicatracts with the federal government and similar projects was turned had responded ln a like manner. tions for various permits and Infor the purchase of the Sherburne Into the highway department ac"I don't believe this Is the cidental communications occupy and Wentworth Acres schools. count and gave additional funds place for partisan politics," the balance of the agenda. I' I I ! I \coun.cil Studies _., Record Budget ..: Tomorrow Night ~ - Council Meets Here Tonight ~\ ,\ I for that department bo use over nnd above the budget fiRures. I I �I There wlfl be a public hearlng on the Munlclpal Budget of the City of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to be held at the Councll Chamber at Clty Hall, on Tuesday, July Gth', at 7 :30 P.M. The budget 61lbmltted 1s as fbllows: ANNUAL APPROPRIATION BILL OF THE CITY OF PO~TSMOUTH, NEW HAMPSHIRE, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1948 A Resolution making appropriation of sums of money for all necessary expendltures of the City of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, for the llscal . year ending December 31 . 1948. RESOLVED: . Bf ·the City Councll of the City of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, assembled as follows: That there shall · be raised, and there Is hereqy ordered to be raised on the. polls •nd the ratable estate within said City, the sum of One Million Seventy Thousand Five Hundred Seventy-Eight Dollars and Fifteen Cents to defray the expense of the ~lty for the present fiscal year, which, together with the sums that may be received from fines, Interest, taxes on railroads, savings banks, Income from lntanglbles and other sources shall be appropriated for the specific purposes stated below and shall be ,made available to the several departments named In such amounts as the City Council shall allot. All transfers shall be made In accordance with Section 41 of Chapt,er 398 of the Acts of 1947 entitled "An Act To Amend :rhe Charter or the City of Portsmouth". PARAGRAPH ONE For the cUirent expenses of the department to be )mown as "THE ASSESSORS DEPARTMENT" the sum of Eighty-One Hundred Dollars ($8,100.00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: $2,000.00 1. Salaries of Two Members ($1,000 ea.) 2,200.00 2. Salary of One Member (Clerk) 2,000.00 8. Salaries of omce (Clerical) 1,800.00 4. Office Expense $8,100.00 100.00 II. Telephone Expense PARAGRAPH TWO For the current expenses of the department to be known as ·"THE AUDITOR'S DEPARTMENT" a division of the Department ot Finance, the sum of Eighty-Seven Hundred Seventy-One Dollars and Fifty-Nine Cents ($8,771.59) Is approprlated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: $3,000.00 6. Salary of Auditor 1,560.00 7. Salary of Office Clerk 400.00 8. Office Expense 100.00 9. Telephone Expense 125.00 10. Office Equipment 3,586.59 $8,771.59 11, Cost of Aud.it PARAGRAPH THREE For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE CITY CLERK'S DEPARTMENT" the sum ot Fourteen Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Five Dollars ($14,235.00) Is appropriated from the Corpor1te Fund to be apportioned as follows: · 12. Salary of City Clerk · $2,200.00 13. Salaries of .Office Clerical 2,800.00 t 14. Office Expense-Supplies and expense 700.00 15. Telephone Expense 160.00 16. Jury Drawing 100.00 17. Elections · 6,000.00 18. Vital Statistics 1,250.00 19. Bond for City Clerk ($5,000.) 25.00 20. Clty Reports 1,000.00 . $14,235.00 . PARAGRAPH FOUR • For the current expenses of the. department to be 'known as "THE CITY MANAGER'S DEPARTMENT" Lhe sum ot Eleven Thousand Four nundred Dollars ($11,400.00) Is appropriated from . the Corporate Fund to · be apportioned as follows: , . · 21. Salary of Clty Manl\ger · : · ;_. ··· $7,000.00 22. Salary of Secretary to CltY' Manager 1,750.00 23. Office Supplies 400.00 24. Telephone Expense 150.00 25. Office Equipment 400.00 26. New Car 1,500.00 27. Transportation 200.00 $11,400.00 PARAGRAPH FIVE For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE COLLECTOR'S DEPARTMENT" the sum of Forty-Nine Hundred ThirtyNine Dollars and Eighty Cents ($4,939 .80) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: $2,500.00 28. Salary of Collector 1,660.00 29. Salary ot Office Clerk 300.00 30. Salary of Extra Clerical 100.00 31. Telephone Expense 150.00 32. Office Supplies 170.80 33. Collector's Bond 100.00 34. Clerks' Bonds $4,039.80 60.00 35. Tax Sale PARAGRAPH SIX For the current expenses of the department to. be known as "THE CITY TREASURER'S DEPARTMENT ' a division of the Department of Finance, the sum of Thirty-Six Hupdred Eighty-Seven Dollars ($3,687 00 ) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 36. Salary of City Treasurer $2,500.00 37. Salary of Office Clerk 500.00 • 38. Telephone Expense 104.00 39. Office Supplies 438.00 40. Treasurer's Bond 145 .00 $3,687.00 PARAGRAPH SEVEN For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE FIRE DEPARTMENT" the sum of Sixty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars ($63,715 .00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be 11pportloned as follows: $9,425.00 41. Sularles Board of Englneers 38,500.00 42. Salaries Permanent Men 9,340.00 43. Salaries Call Men 300.00 44. Supplies 350.00 45. Gas and Oil 800.00 46. Auto Maintenance 225.00 47. Light and Power 350.00 48. Telephone Expense 900.00 49. Fuel 75.00 50. Water 300.00 51. Incidental Expense 1,500.00 62. Insurance 1,100.00 53. State Retirement Fund 54. Ambulance Maintenance 55. Building Maintenance · 250.00 300.00 $63,715.00 PARAGRAPH EIGHT For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE FIRE ALARM DEPARTMENT" the sum of Twenty-One Hundred Sixty ' Dollars ($2,160 .00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: $ 600.00 56. Salary ot Superintendent 800.00 57. General Repairs and Construction 25 .00 68. Electric Power 35.00 59. Time Signals 300.00 60. Air Whistle at City Yard $2,160.00 400.00 61. New Boxes PARAGRAPH NINE For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT" the sum of Forty-Eight Hundred Sixty Dollars ($4,860 .00) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: $ 800.00 62. City Physician 1,000.00 63 . Sanitary Inspector 1,000.00 64. Plumbing Inspector 400.00 65. Meat Inspector 1 ,560 .00 66. Salary of Office Clerk $4,860.00 100.00 67. Office Expense PARAGRAPH TEN For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE COMFORT STATION DEPARTMENT" the sum of Forty-Five Hundred '£en Dollars ($4,510 .00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: $1,620.00 68. Salaries of Janitors (2 @ $30. wk) 1,350.00 69. Salaries of Matrons (2 @ $25. wk) . 600.00 70. Fuel 200.00 71. water 200.00 72. Lights 220.00 73. Supplies $4,510.00 320.00 74. Insurance �PARAGRAPH ELEVEN For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT" a division of the Department of Public Works, the sum of Two Hundred Sixteen Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy Dollars and Eighty-Five cents ($216,970.85) Is appropriated from the Corporn.te Fund to be apportioned as follows: $1,750.00 76. Salary of Superintendent 4,000.00 76. Salaries o! Ofilce Clerks 7,000.00 77. Salaries of Foremen and Eng, Aid 700.00 78. Ofilce Expense 30,000.00 79. Street Payroll 9,000.00 80. Street Cleaning 17,000.00 81. Ash Collection 4,000.00 82. Incinerator Expense 3,000.00 83. Tree Expense 2,000.00 84. Materials & Supplies' 1,500.00 85. Tqols and Equipment 4,000.00 86. Repairs to Equipment 25,000.00 87. Road Materials 4,000.00 88. Gas & Oil 5,000.00 89. All Repairs to Trucks 12,000.00 , 90. Sewer Maintenance 30,000.00 91. Snow Removal and Sanding 4,000.00 92. Insurance 3,000.00 93. Sidewa lk Maintenance 3,000.00 94. Sidewalk Construction 3,000.00 95. SldewRlk-50 / 60 Construction 500.00 96. Bridges, Upkeep and Repairs 1,020.85 97. State Aid Class V. Maintenance 5,000.00 98. Pat'ks and Playgrounds Payro\l 250.00 99. Parks & Playgrounds Equip. & Supp!les 50.00 100. water· (Used In Parks & Playgrounds 5,000.00 101. New Truck (Less Trade-In value) 2,500.00 102. Cletrac Sidewalk Tractor with plow 1,500.00 103. 1-1 Ton Pickup 800.00 104. Pick-up Truck (Less trade-in Dodge Cp) $216,970.85 27,400.00 105. Street Lights PARAGRAPH TWELVE For the current expen ses o! the department to be known as "THE INSPECTION OF BUILDINGS DEPARTMENT" the sum of T en Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars ($1 ,025.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 106. Salary or Inspector $1,000.00 107. Olllce Expense 25 .00 $1,025.00 PARAGRAPH THIRTEEN For the current expenses or the department to be known as "THE INSPECTION OF WIRE AND POLES DEPARTMENT" the sum of Seven Hundred Sixty-One Dollnrs ($761.00) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: J 108. Snlnry or Inspector $ 600.00 109. Printing 35 .00 110. Telephone Expense 36.00 111. Use of Car 90.00 $ 761.00 PARAGRAPH FOURTEEN For the current expenses or the department to be known as "THE LEGAL DEPARTMENT", the sum or Six Thousand Dollars ($6,000.00) is appropria ted from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 112. Snlary ot City Solicitor $2,500.00 113. Expense or City Solicitor 500.00 114. Justice o! Municipal Court 1,800.00 116. Assoclale Justice of Municipal Court 400.00 116. Clerk of Municipal Court 800.00 $6,000.00 PARAGRAPH FIFTEEN For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE POLICE DEPARTMENT" the sum or Eighty-Eight Thousand Eigh t Hundred Thirty Dollars ($88,830.00) Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: $ 300.00 117. Salaries of Police Commissioners (3> 50.00 118. Salary of Clerk of Board 3,725.00 119. Salary of City M1nshal 3,125.00 120. Sala ry or Ass't. Marshal 3,025 .00 121. Salary or Captain 3,025 .00 122. S alary of Inspector 6,050.00 123. Salaries or 2 Sergeants 67,500.00 124. S ala ries or Patrolmen (20) 750.00 125. Telephone Expense 1,826.00 126. Oas, OIi & Auto Maintenance 750.00 127. Sundries 1,600.00 128. I m urance 1,475.00 129. Retirement 2,600.00 130. Uniforms 1,200.00 131. New Cruiser $88,830.00 1,830.00 132. Salary of Janitor PARAGRAPH SIXTEEN For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE WELFARE DEPARTMENT" the sum or Fifty-Nine Thousand Dollars ($59,000.00) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned I as follows: $ 11800.00 133, Salary of Overseer 100.00 134.' Office Expense 75.00 135. Office Supplies 11,000.00 , 136. Food I 2,000.00 ; 137. Shelter 600.00 138. Clothing 1,500.00 139. Fuel · 600.00 140. Medical Care 7,000.00 141. Hospital Expense 1,000.00 142. Cash Allowance 25.00 · 143. Gas, Light & Water 8,000.00 144. Boa.rd and Care 500.00 145. Other Expense $59,000.00 30,000.00, 146. Old Age Assistance PARAGRAPH SEVENTEEN F or the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE PLANNING BOARD" the sum of Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000.00) - 15 appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be appor~loned ·as follows: 147. Expenses $2,000.00 $2,000.00 PARAGRAPH EIGHTEEN For the current expenses of the department to be known as "PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND PLACES" the sum of Nineteen Thousand Eleven Dol• \ Jars and Eigh t y-Seven Cents ($19,011.87) ls appropriated from the Corpora te Fund to be apportioned as follows: · $ 700.00 \ 148. Building Supplies 149. Building Repairs 1,200.00 150. Fuel 1,500.00 I 151. Light 1,000.00 · !52. Extra Labor 1,600.00 J 53. Janitor 2,092.00 154. Miscellaneous 200.00 , 155. Cemeteries 550.00 156. Care and Maintenance of Clocks 275.00 157. Insuran ce 6,994.87 158. Incidental Bulldlng Expense 3,000.00 $19,011.87 PARAGRAPH NINETEEN For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE PUBLIC LIBl=tARY" the sum of Fourteen Thousand Thlrty-Flv~ Dollars ($14,035.00) ls appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportlonep. as follows : · $9,500.00 159. S alaries · 1,500.00 160, New Books 300.00 . ~l. Binding · 250.00 162. Periodicals 400.00 163. Supplies 1,100.00 164. Heat 350.00 165. Light 16.00 166. Gas 20.00 167. water -100.00 168. Equipment $14,035.00 600.00 169. Ordinary Expenses and Repairs PARAGRAPH TWENTY For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT" the 1,um of Thirty-Two Thousand Three hundred Fifteen Dollars ($32,315.00) is appropriated from the Corporate Y'und to be apportioned as follows: $7,000.00 l 70. Playgrounds Including Salaries 2,700.00 171. swtmmlng Pool including Salaries 1,500.00 172. Skating Rinks 6,500.00 173. Maintenance and Construction 14,115.00 174. Portsmouth Community Center $32,315.00 600.00 175. Band Concerts I �PARAGRAPH TWENTY-ONE For the current expenses of the department to be known as "THE SCHOOL DEPARTME.NT" the sum of Five Hundred Fourteen Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-One Dollars and Ninety-Five Cents ($514,621.96) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 176. Supervision $3,725.00 177. Clerks 6,100.00 '178. Truant omceP •· 1,080.00 179. Other Expenses of Administration 1,200.00 180. Salaries o! Teachers 350,286.00 1 181. Text Books 6,000.00 182. Pupils' Supplies 10,000.00 183. Flags 100,00 184. Other Expense of Instruction 2,500.00 185. High and Junior High Clerks 5,250.00 :186. Salaries of Janitors 30,000.00 •187. Fuel 14,300.00 188. Water 800.00 189. Light and Power 4,500.00 190. Janitors' Supplles 3,000.00 191. Minor Repairs and Expenses 15,000.00 192. Insurance 215.00 193, Health 6,925.00 194. Transportation 12,000.00 195. Retirement 27,126.95 196. Per Capita Tax 6,514.00 197, New Equipment 2,000.00 198. Initial Payment-Sherburne and ' Wentworth Acres School Bldgs. 6,000.00 $514,621.95 I ending December 31, 1948 To be provided for as follows: ESTIMATED INCOME: . I Fines and Costs Interest on Taxes & Sales Licenses Auto Reg. Permits Rev. from Tax Deeded Property State Credits: Interest & Dividends Railroads Savings Banks Bldg. & Loan Association Schools: State Aid Tuition Dog Taxes Rental School Bldgs. Pay't. ln lleu of Taxes (NHA) Parking Fines City Ambulance Rental Community Center Miscellaneous Rents-City Property Highway Department $1 ,321,159.77 I PARAGRAPH TWENTY-TWO I For the current expenses of the department · to · be known as "WEIGHTS AND MEASURES" the sum of Four Hundred Fifty Dollars is appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apporlloned as follows: 199. Salary $400.00 I 200. Expense 50.00 $450.00 ! $6,000.00 2,500.00 5,500.00 32,000.00 4,000.00 22,000.00 7,500.00 10,000.00 250.00 48,806.62 23,125.00 1,400.00 1,000.00 49,000.00 3,000.00 2,500.00 11 ,000.00 500.00 4,500.00 16,000.00 $250,1181.62 Revenue from Taxes $1,070,578.111 Total Corporate Revenue (estimated) !or the fiscal year ending December 31, 1948 $1,321,159.77 BOND STATEMENT-1948. PARAGRAPH TWENTY-THREE Total TOTAL Outstanding Payment-1948 , For the current expenses o! the Committee to be known as "THE Issued Paid Dec. 31,1947 Principal Interest AffiPORT COMMISSION" the sum o! Forty-Eight Hundred Dollars Junior High School($4,800.00) is appropriated from the Corporate Fund. October 1, 1930 370,000.00 316,000.00 64,000.00 18,000.00 2,29M0 $4,800.00 Public Improvt. & Equlpt. April 1, 1934 75,000.00 52,000.00 23,000.00 . 4,000.00 736.00 PARAGRAPH TWENTY-FOUR Sewer, Highway & Equlpt. · For the payment of unforeseen and emergency expenses to be known August 1, 1935 64,000.00 46,000.00 18,000.00 3,000.00 450.00 'as the "CONTINGENT ACCOUNT" the sum o! Ten Thousand Dollars : Street, Sewer & Equlpt. :($10,000.00> Is appropriated from the Corporate Fund. $10,000.00 March 1, 1936 50,000.00 27,500.00 22,500.00 2,500.00 1131.211 Perm. Improvt. PARAGRAPH TWENTY-FIVE 1 August 1, 1938 25,000.00 24,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 111.00 • To provide for the County Tax as assessed by the Commissioners o! Paving 1Rockingham County, the sum of One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Two August 1, 1938 20,000.00 rn.000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 35:00 Hundred Twenty-One Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents is Perm. Improvt. & Equlpt. appropriated. $114,221.96 May 1, 1940 55,000.00 38,500.00 16,500.00 5,500.00 275.00 Perm. Improvt. PARAGRAPH TWENTY-SIX August 1, 1939 50,000.00 40,000.00 10,000:00 6,000.00 125.00 For the expenses of "CITY CELEBRATIONS" the sum of One ThouPerm. Improvt. sand Dollars ($1,000.00) Is appropriated to be apportioned as follows: August 1, 1941 65,eoo.oo 42,000.00 23,000.00 7,000.00 287.110 201. Memorial Day Observance $ 400.00 Perm. Impro vt. 202. Fourth of July Celebration 600.00 $1,000.00 March 1, 1042 110,000.00 30,000.00 30,000.00 6,000.00 337.50 Bridge (Atlantic Heights) PARAGRAPH TWENTY-SEVEN November 1, 1942 48,000.00 2s,ooo.oo· 23 000.00 6,000.00 287.110 To provide for the expenses of ltem5 to be known as the "UNCLASSI1 Perm. Improvt. FIED ACCOUNT" the sum of Seventy-Five Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars August 1, 1946 400,000.00 20,000.00 ·380,000·.oo 20,000.00 4,750.00 ($7,525.00) is appropriated to be apportioned as follows: , Improvt. & Equ!pt. 203. Seacoast Regional Development Asso. $ 500.00 October 1, 1947 85,000.00 85,000.00 9,000.00 1,062.50 204. Veterans' Temporary Memorial 25.00 ,205. Discount on Taxes 7,000.00 $7,525.00 88,000.00 11,186.211 PARAGRAPH TWENTY-EIGHT 1 For the current expenses in connection with "MUNICIPAL INDEBTEDNESS" the sum of One Hundred Two Thousand Two Hundred Thirteen Dollars and Seventy-Five Cents ($102,213.75) appropriated from the Corporate Fund to be apportioned as follows: 206. Payment on Bonded Indebtedness $88,000.00 207. Interest on Bonded Indebtedness 11,186.25 I I is Budget Reading 0 208. Discount on Revenue Notes 209. Expense re Revenue Notes . -----------2,753.75 SUMMARY Total Corporate appropriations for the !!seal ·year 273.75 $102,213.711 Slnted Tonight 1' ·· Continued opposition to various articles In Portsmouth's municipal budget by Councilman Mary O. Dondero was expected on several sides as local officials prepared for the document's second rending at a meellng at 7:30 pm today in the council chambers or city hall. (Mrs. Dondero took exception to aTtlcles in the budge t at the first session several weeks ago and was the lone "nay" voter when it was 1 pushed through its first reading.) City Manage r Edward C. Peterson this morning declined to speculate on possible controversy over the record budget but said •·1 can expect anything." - ------ Leslie Manning \.\\u Named To Board Leslie C. Munning or 139 Thornton street was appointed to the city council's personnel advl~ory board yesterday by its two other members, Nathan H. Wells and Michael Dar- I nett. Mr. Manning will serve for three years, as stipulated in the ·city charter. I �15 9 Propert~ _,Valuatioq SECTION II 1 ~~m~!~~~,,.. PARAGRAPH , ONE For the current expenses and capital outlays of the department to be known as "THE WATER DEPARTMENT", a · division · or the Publlo Works Department, the sum of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand One Hundred Slxty-Seveh Dollars and Fifty Cents ($175,167.50) Is appropriated from the revenues and resources of the Water Department to be apportioned as follows: 500. Superintendence $ 5,500.00 501. Pumping Station Labor 22,000.00 502. Pumping Station Supplies & Expenses 2,500.00 503. Purification Expense 150.00 504. Fuel for Power 6,000.00 505. Power Purchased-Electrlo 21,000.00 506. Water Supply Struct & Equipment 500.00 507. Pumping Sta. Struct & Equipment 3,000.00 508. Superintendence 2,500.00 509. Meter Operating Labor 1,100.00 510. Meter Department Supplies 100.00 511. Other Distribution Expense 200.00 512. Repairs to Mains 11 ,500.00 513. Repairs Water Storage Equipment 7,500.00 514. Repairs to Services 17,500.00 515. Repairs to Hydrants 1,500.00 516. Repairs to Meters 4,000.00 517. Commercial Office Snlnrlcs 3,600.00 518. Meter Readers' Salaries 4,000.00 519. General Office Salaries . 3,580.00 520. General Office Expense 1,500.00 j 521. General Expense 100.00 522. Insurance 1,000.00 523. Stationery & Printing 500.00 524. Shop Expense 1,500.00 525. Garage & Trucks 3,800.00 526. Funded Debt 35,000.00 527. Interest 1,437.50 028. Meters 2,000.00 529. Pumping Station Equipment 100.00 530. Hydrants 500.00 531. Distribution Mains 10,000.00 $175,167,50 Estimated Revenue $165,167.50 From Bond Issue for Dlstr. Mains 10,000.00 ., I Attest: EIieen Dondero Foley, Ci ty Clerk A True Copy Attest: Eileen Dondero Foley, City Clerk No Speeches .J\ .. Mrs. Dondero! \'l The blaring voice or J\lr.1. l\lnry c. Dondero, Portsmouth city conncllman, rang over the Drmormtlc convcnllon 1rnd a natlon-whle hookup Inst night. Shorlly after dclegatrll l\lr. and J\lrs, Harry Carlson declined to vote for President Truman and "passed" instead, the New Hampshire delegation was polletl by the convention chairman. When it rame her turn, lllrs, Dondero arose ancl cried: ".Mary C. Dondero of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, where the best submarines In the world arc made. I cast my vote for Harry S. Truman, a strong canilidate-strong as the stunly mountains or New Hnm11l!hlre!" A few shouts, then sllrnre fell on the hall. Convention Chairman John McCormack of l\la~sachusctls banged his gavel and boomed, In obvious reference to J\lrs. Dondero: "In the future, the delegates will please merely Identify themselves and cast their vote. No speeches, please." :~~~~ clbl ~,c~oounnc.lln.dw~ valuation of $25,541,000 has been reduced by $803,000 through reassessCity Auditor Fenwick explalneq ments approved by the board of ap- that an "overlay" of $12,350 was\ praisers, it was learned today. allowed by the appraisers In 194~ The reductions represent a rev- and In an explanatory note said an overlay was Intended for the ad enue loss to the city of $29,707. justment of reassessments. However, the 1948 taxpayer wlll Increased assessments and adnot have to make up the loss In revditional poll taxes combined to enue, which has been· adjusted by bring the overlay to $19,290 and "overlay" and revenue si;rplus, acthe balance of the $29,707 revcording to City Manager Edward C. enue Joos came from the unexPeterson. pended 1947 appropriations ac• Figures obtained from City cording to the auditor, Auditor Jack Fenwick show the . Mr. Peterson said he believed in :Morley company as receiving the a low valuation policy and 1n suplargest single reduction In valporting his position contended, "Too uatlon-$575,000 to $200,000. many other taxes and appraisals are Two other large slashes went to based on our total valuation." the Portsmouth Hotel company and He cited the county tax as an exthe Montgomery Ward building, ample of a levy which 1s based on which were cut $25,000 and $30,000 total valuation. respectively. These reductions rep- · The manager said the estimated resented a revenue loss of $2,035, as tax rate for 1948 of $42 published 1n compared to $13,876 for the Morley yesterday's Issue of The Port.company. mouth Herald was a "bit too high." Most of the reassessments were Meanwhile, . the appraisers have small In amount, according to T. completed the 1948 assessments and Wesley Ham, clerk of the board of the clerks are engaged In compiling appraisers, and many were due to the tax book. Toe work on the tax records has the slow return· of property transrers from the Registry of Deeds of- been slowed, according to Mr. Ham, by the return of 1,500 property flee In Exeter. transfers ''In one lump" from ExeMr. Ham pointed out the Morley ter. Al.so, the appraisers have at[eduction was forced on the ap- tempted to reappraise a. large. ~rafsers by the State Tax commis- amount of the property 1n the city. $175,167.50 PARAGRAPH TWO For the current expenses and capital outlays for parking meters and maintenance of parking spaces and areas, -the sum of Ninety-Five Hundred Dollars ($9,500.) Is appropriated from the revenues and resources of the PARKING METER ACCOUNT to be apportioned as follows: . . 532. Two O!flcers , (3 mo. @ $2,200. 9 mo, @ $2,500.) $4,850.00 533. Clothing Allowance 200.00 534. 2% Retirement 97.00 535. Bank Charge ($35. per mo.) 420.00 536. Repairs and Maintenance 433 .00 537. Parking Area Expense 1,500.00 538. Safety Signs 2,000.00 $9,500.00 EslimaLed Income for 1948 $36,000.00 0 .City's Jeans All A'Jing!~,.,\ With Money Portsmouth faces a budget for 1048 that will set a new high In municipal appropriations here, but the various city departments aren't spending the dough. (Maybe It's the weather.) A report by City Auditor Jack Fenwick Indicates that, anyhow. Distributed by City Manager Edward C, Peterson last night before the stormy public hearing on the city budget, the report covers fro!n Jan. 1 to June 30. ·- · ,· ·' And even though city departments could spend the cash If they wanted to, they haven'tand therein rests the mystery of the whole thing. Taking It as an average department, the recreation section ls to receive $32,315 from the budget. Its expenses to date, however, total $11,2l0 --0nly a third of the total proposed appropriation. · And that covers playgrounds, swimming pool, skating rinks, maintenance and construction, the com1munlty center band concerts and J even salaries. Mr. Peterson said such show- · 1 lngs may mean little becauJe city depart.ment expmdltures fluctuate at times. Mayor Cecil M. Neal, however, admitted what appears to be a less-thanlialf-ln-half spendlnr program Just what It means, however, no ls a good sign. \ one Is quite sure. And even the man on the street City Manager Edward C. Peterson 1 ls heartened to know that the city' explains the departments can spend has $275 for the "care and mainthe money In anticipation of the tenance of ~ocks" but bas expended budget's eventual approval. 1. oniy $51.87. · But he didn't Indicate a budget Maybe they're saving time, too, be "hanging fire" would slow down the theorizes. city's "share-the-wealth" program to the tune typical of the recreation department. · I ------- �qq :I ~o~n_c.il Ok's ~ud_gett ., :l.n Hurried Meetina ~ ~• Million Dollar Budget asses Public:iv\ Hearing (,Dondero Casts A lively, rancorous 18-mlnutc And In the background there was meeting last night-opening with a a muffled "no." fight and closing with anotherAsked Mrs. Dondero: saw passage of a public hearing on "Will the councilman who said Portsmouth's proposed 1948 budget 'no' please explain on what grounds while the city council was charged he made the statement." I with "gag rule." William J. Llnchey stood up to Hurllng the blunt charge at the say, "I don't think It's necessary. , council was one of !ts own members, We've already publlshed it." I former Mayor Mary C. Dondero, who Mrs. Dondero, however, still took exception to the fact that copies thought the council should review or of the $1,321,159 budget were not "read" the budget item by item. · distributed to "the citizens." 1 "That's why we called the meeting," All In all, it took about four min-' she said. lites for the .budget "discussion." Mayor Neal's impatience was City Clerk Eileen Foley's quoting unconcealed as he said, "Is there .of the minutes of the last councll anyone who wants to speak session consumed 14 minutes and about the budget?" And, bangMayor Cecil M. Neal then opened ing his gavel, he added finally, the public discussion of the docu"I declare the hearing closed." ment. The mayor announced: Mrs. Dondero began to put her (ll Anyone wishing to speak on coat on and said "Well, I guess that's the budget w!ll address the chair to , all." be recognized and give his name and But as she was adjusting the 1address before speaking, collar of the garment she reco111Sld: (2) Discussion of the document ered and told the outwardly serene w!ll be referred to by individual council: paragraphs and no personalities are "I call that a l'.hle bit of gag to be mentioned. rule. I certainly think It's out of, (3) There w!ll be no smoking. order." And, turning to the audience,. Apparently prepared for the "I don't know what they're afraid chance, Mrs. Dondero jumped to the of." floor and in the form of a q_uestion In a post-meeting discussion, said: Mayor Neal wondered, "What "The citizens are' here but. I does she want? She's just play' don't see any of them with coing the grandstand, could anypies of the budget." thing be fairer." Mayor Neal's brusque reply At the first budget hearing June was "I understand some $400 22, Mrs. Dondero provided deterwent for printing it (the budget) mined opposition to nearly all artiin the newspaper." cles in the 1948 appropriation and was the only negative voter when "Maybe they forgot to bring their It was passed through Its first readnewspapers," Mrs. Dondero replied. ing. Councilman Thomas H. Simes She aimed particular fire at the 'thereupon volunteered to lend his entire highway department budget copy of the budget to anyone lntere~ted. of $216,970, a request for city purOf the estimated 12 spectatorschase of an automobile for City Man not counting city officials-no one ager Edward C. Peterson, a slash Indicated that he was. In the a,pproprlat!on for hiring of (The budget was published in the clerical help in the city clerk's acJune 28 issue of The Portsmouth count, and the water department Herald.) request for $175,167, Mayor Neal again asked, "Is there anyone who wishes to speak about"the 'J)udget?" But Mrs. Dondero wanted to know "aren't we . going through the budget item by item." The mayor didn't think that was necessary. I :On'· ty· Negat·1ve !Verbal Ballot Portsmouth's 1948 budget o! $1,321,159 officially became a record appropriation here last night ln a comparatively serene, 40-mlnute session of the city council. Despite expected opposition from Councllman Mary C. Dondero, the budget went over !ts second and third hurdles with no comment from four spectators watching the municipal legislators at work. With John Leary the only absentee, council members heard l\lrs. Oondero call the cost of Portsmouth's recent audit. $3,586-"excesslve and exorbl• tant," and generally attack eight or nine other points ln the appropriation. She was the only dissenting voter, however, when the budget passed both its second and subsequent t)11rd readings. Mrs. Dondero said the audit was no better than those ordered in previous years at what she said was a far lower cost, but Assistant Mayor Richman S. Margeson later attempted to repudiate her claim by saying: "I do think the city now has something it can rely on." The former mayor then went after paragrnph three in the budget 'by expressing her bel!ef that an allocation for hiring clerical help In City Clerk Eileen Foley's department should not have been cut. Councllman Thomas H. Simes, however, pointed out that City Manager Edward C. Peterson ls prepared to shift workers from other offices Into the city clerk's department should it be necessary. Mrs. Dondero then said she would llke to go on record against the $1 ,500 appropriation for purchase of a new automobile for the city 1 , manager. · And she called the comfort sta• tatlon's inactivity a "disgrace to the c!ty." I l Mrs. Dondero also ve1,bally blasted the highway department's appropriation of $216,970 as "too compllcal~d and Impossible to check She said It ha.ct been her hope that "this council" would appoint Individual supervisors for the water and street deparlment.s. They now come under the Streets Supt. Clayton E. Osborn. ' She also questioned a SJ,500 appropriation for "extra labor" and wus informed by Councilman Simes that It Is "merely 11 contingent sum" to be used if It Is nccclccl for that purpse and to be returned to city coffers If not. 'A discussion of the Community CenLer upproprlntlon w11s sidetracked Into a discussion o! whether the highway department had orderect equipment in anticipation of the budget's approval. T he city manager sa id "no equlp1 . ment has been ordered and when it is it will be let out to bid." 1 ! Under question of Councilman : Simes, the ci ty manager also ex1 p:ained th a t the highway departmen t's equipment figures are "estimates." In questioning appropriations for parking meter areas on the grounds that the "council should be careful and not spend any money on privat e property ," Mrs. Dondero he ard Councilman Simes comment.: "I would remind the member that the money Is no longer spent by council committees, but by the head on my left (City Manager Peterson) and If that head misbehaves it can be lopped off very easily." And after another byplay of bickering over the appropriation, Mr. Simes declared: \ "We are operating und er a fairly new scheme of government. I assume this budget was made UJ> by a compct'ent man. At any rate, the proof of the pudcling will be in the eating. "But If at the end of the year It is brought to my attention that city money Is being spent on private Individuals I will be the fint to visit J\fr. J.evy (City Solicitor Samuel J.evy)." As the session neared conclusion, Mrs. Dondero asked "could any mrmber or committee or the city manager please tell me when the comfort station and health center , is going to be opened." "I can't," sa id Mayor Cecil M. Nea l. "Couldn't somebody tell me," she questioned. Councilman Lester R. Whitaker said it is a matter of needing money and City Manager Peterson pointed out..<the matter was referred to the council's finance committee at the last meeting. The ma tter was dropped when Mrs. Dond ero said she hoped "the building will be opened soon." �City CofflfOft Staii011 City ,Ma~ager J Ii · Gets New Office In Fina cial Tangle; $12,l 4 Seen Needed 1 Report.Frowns 0n Elwyn Road Water Petition "You don't mean the money for the Maplewood avenue bridge?," councilman Mary C. Dondero asked. The city manager answered with a barely audible "yes," and Mrs. Dondero countered: "I think you'll get ln hot water !! you do t,hnt." I Mrs. Dondero then suggested that the council be given more time to The many problems besetting Portsmouth's municipal comfort station-on which construction was started more than a year ago-were 'found to be still unsolved last night · ns City Mannger reported that the project is $12,364 short of completion. Now the city faces the choice of taking funds away from one projected improvement to give lt to another, Mr. Peterson said, explaining that no other funds arc available. The city manager detailed this I state of afialrs to the city council at • its regular meeting last night, when another long pending controversythe proposed Elwyn road water Un• extension-also came before the body. That petition, which bas been often and vigorously pushed by residents of Elwyn road, was rejected In a terse report from the council finance committee, to which the matter bas been referred, Similar action was recommended by the same group In the. proposal !or extension of water Jines, In Greenland. However, the committee Indicated further In terr~t In a petition for a water l!ne extension along Wentworth road by requesting more time for study. In dealing with water and sewer extension proposals on Myrtle avenue, Verdun street, Elwyn road and Lafayette road, the finance committee said property owners should be notified that they will bear the cost of installation through Increased valuation. The comfort station problem was brought before the council by City Manager Peterson, who said that $11,878 is due as final payment to the contractor and architect for the project plus an architect's estimate of $4,350 for furnishings and equipment. Mr. Peterson said nll that remains In the allocation of July 10, 1947, ls $3,864, thus leaving a net deficit of $12,364, When Councilman Thomas H. Simes asked if there is enough mimey available for the completion, Mr. Peterson said there might be 1f it ls taken frnm otlier allocations. study the report before taking action. The discussion ended a meeting which brougM forth a report from Maurice E. Witmer, comfort station architect, accepting and approving the work on the building. His approval, however, the report explained, does not release the contractors from their guarantee. Four council committees street lighting, claims, auditing ancl finance - took their first decisive steps at last night's meeting. Reporting for the group on claims, Mrs. Dondero said the city had "no liability" In three minor Instances and recommended the petitioners be given "leave to withdraw"· the claims. The other, charging damage to a fence by a city snow plow, was filed until the fence owner, Daniel Atwell of 91 South street, files speci\ fications of damage. \ , I Assistant l\layor Richman S. l\largeson reported for the auclitlng group and recommended acceptance of the city audit by Nathaniel F. Bigelow, Jr., CPA, of Manchester. Mr. Margeson was also spokesman for the finance committee in the water and sewer extension matters. In another report, the finance committee recommended a 10% salary increase for city laborers and mechanics when the salary ordinance Is compounded. councilman Roland I . Noyes recommended for the committee on , streetllghtlng that a request for a light on Russell street be denied. Most Important of the other compMatlv.-ly routine business was the thlrcl reading of the city's revised parking meter ordinance and a petition that the city do something about a sewer that pours Into the North Mill pond at the South encl of Monteith street. After Mrs. Dondero protested passage o! the parking meter legislation on the grounds that meter proceeds may go to the street department, City Sollclbor Samuel Levy explained the bill Is an "ernlbllng ordnance and does not appropriate city funds to anything." , A new offlce for City Manager ·, , Edward C. Peterson will be· con1 structed on the second floor of city 1 hall sometime during the next 10 days, he indicated this morning, When Mrs. Dondero said the money from parking meters should , go toward purchase of public parking lots in downtown, Portismouth, Mr. Levy said. "that's exactly what . the ordnance allows the council to do." Fonner City Councilman Fred R. Hoffmann addressed the municipal body with his hope that the meter funds will be used for parking lots. The ordinance was passed. Fred N . Pray of 15 Thornton street told councilmen that the sewer emptying into the North Mill pond "was broken four years ago." He said he asked various city 1 ofiflcials, including · Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn, for action but that no repairing was done. The sewer drains the northern end of Ward 3, Mr. Pray declared, and the "stench is terrible." He estimated the flow of sewage at "about 10 gallons a minute" and said at low tide the sewer Is open and covered by only three feet of water at high tide, Mr. Peterson said the former army recruiting office-now located at the Postofflce on Pleasant street -the combination building inspector and the publlc health nurse office w!ll be combined to form a suite of offices for his use. He estimated the cost of the pro- . Ject, to Include painting and slight changes ln the doors and lighting system at "about $100 to $1 50 for what I have in mind." Present quarters for Mr. Peterson and hls secretary is the former mayor's office on the first floor of clty hall. On the second floor however, two offices will be fur: nished, one for the city manager and a second for the secretary, Army recruiting personnel moved yesterday and expect to be permanently established in the federal building within a few days, Mr. Pray said at low tide the sewage runs 500 yards on the ground before lt reaches the water and that there are houses "within 30 feet" of lt. The situation was recommended for study to the city manager and street superintendent, on motion \ of Oouncllman Simes. In other business the council: I Referred to the city manager and street superintendent, with power of action, a request to erect a sign 1 at 171 Islington street. ' Granted the Public Service company of New Hampshire permission to erect a billboard on Woodbury avenue, providing It docs not violate ·Port ~ity Spends Over 5 MUlio~s \\) Portsmouth contracted to spend $5,512.705 on constrnction work in the first• six months of 1948 according to James T. Whitman, Portsmouth building inspector. Major boost to this figure was given when the Public Service Company of New Hampshire started Its mercury turbine plant on the Piscataqua river. Th Is $5,000,000-project, delayed somewhat by a strike, now is in full swing. Mr. Whitman estimates that 1 $409,000 is being spent on 52 new family dwelllngs about the city and I $90,705 on alterations additions to ' either state or municipal regulations. ' build~ngs and repairs. ' Ninety-seven Instructed the superintendent of permits were Issued for this work. i street.s and city marshal to superAbout $8,900 is being spent on j vise erection of a safety sign at the construction of work shops, storage entrence of Acres road and Kearplants and stores, according to Mr. sarge street to protect youngsters Whitman's books which show two going to and returning from Went- ' permits were issued, Niue garages , worth school. I ! -------------==---=-- ( Approved a request of the Exchange club to sponsor a tag day · for the benefit of a children's picnic. , Referred. to the council committe"! on lands and buildings a query on the possible purchase of a cityowned lot on Cottage street. It also referred to the committee a $300 bid for a lot directly opposite that of William de Rochemont of 493 Dennett street. Mr. de Rochemont offered the bid. I Held for further information a request from the Piscataqua Junior R!fle club to use the old gravel pit In back of the Portsmouth airport 1 as a rifle range and referred tihe petition to the committee on lands and buildings and the police chief. Referred· to the council's traffic committee a request from the Shell Oil company that telephone and light poles at the corner of Islington and Bartlett streets be removed on the grounds that they impair traffic J ~nto a service station there. I I �City _Does .Battt, i.' With Government On Acres .funds ... - i• ' • Portsmouth officials today were waging vigorous resistance to a move by the federal government which would result in a loss of $20,000 to the city on income from \ Wentworth Acres. I Portsmouth.. Largest Taxpayer; Is the Cot,.~ty's 'Orphan Annie' "Taxation without representation" ' , could not be better found than in group known as _the "first district. ' City Manager Edward C. Peter- , Rockingham county. This handy piece of gerrymanson disclosed that a government Portsmouth-the little "Orphan derlng means, In effect, that rerepresentative Informed the city Annie" of county politics in lts role gardless of how the Portsmouth last week that -about ha1! of the as the county's only city-pays one- taxpayer feels, he actually Is lnstruamount anticipated by the city from thlrd of the county expenses an- mental only in the election of a the government would be paid In nually. commissioner from his district. 1948. Yet Portsmouth In 16 years has According to the 1945 Jaw passed elected only one county commls- by the General court: At the present time a value stoner. Currently its representative "The Inhabitants • . . may vote ·or $2,200,000 for the Acres proon the three-man commission is for not more than one candidate ' Ject has been set by the cliy Irving W. Marston of North Hamp- from each district, and the candland federal government. Basing ton, a town which paid 3% of the · date receiving the highest number anticipated income on that county tax in 1947. , of votes In any one district shall be valuation, the city expected a. Portsmouth ls not alone among i elected county commissioner from payment of $47,000 this year. the bigger communities in Its that district." , The federal officials claim the lack of representation qn the This quotation from the Jaw valuation should be based on the county governing body. Neither serves to emphasize the Imoffers they are receiving from Exeter or Derry, which together portance of the Republican priprospective buyers which average pay about 16% of the • county ·mary, Sept. 14. No Democrats around $1,000,000. financial burden are represented, have offered themselves as buBecause it maintains Its own street An analysis of the situation proman sacrifice~ in contest for end water system at the Acres, the duces some confusing items which county commissioner and In the government has annually paid part makes the complacency of Ports- . second and third districts the of the full tax value as a substitute mouth's taxpayers hard to µnderRepublican incumbents are so for direct tax payment. stand. . far unopposei: In the primary. A county delegation, apparently However a three-way battle for A meeting with the federal mindful of keeping the "proper" the first district seat is shaping up officials, the State Tax compeople In power in~lcted the cou~- In Republican ranks with the filing mission and the Portsmouth ty with the three-district system m last week of Ira A. Brown of Portsboard of appraisers has been 1945 to insure that Portsmouth influ- mouth, biennial candidate for the scheduled for next Tuesday in ence would be confined to a six-town honor. Portsmouth, Mr. Peterson said. Settlement of the Acres problem is necessary before the 1948 tax rate can be published, he added. The city manager continued, "Once we get that matter ont of the way, the tax commission could set the • tax rate r ight here in Portsmouth at that meeting next Tuesday." The meeting scheduled with the federal and state authorities was the result of a conference yesterday betv;een the board' of appraisers and the tax commission In Concord. The New York office or the housing ~ency was consulted by telephone and agreed to a mee1;1ng. Acres Tax Pa·rley Slated Tomcir~w· A _conference betw,een , federal, siate and local officials ' on the Wentworth Acres tax p~oblem has been scheduled for tomorrow at 9 am at city hall. 1 City Manager Edward C. Peterson and the Portsmouth board of appraisers are contesting the Federal Public Housing aiithority's claim that its $2,200,000 evaluation should be reduced. to $1,000,000. A loss to the city of approximately $20,000 in -revenue from the housing project ls anticipated by Mr. Peterson, if the government's claim Is upheld by the State Tax commission which will sit In on the meeting. ' \ DI 'Taxation Without Representation' Acres Tax Talks j Veiled by Off~'idls The city's fight to prevent lowering the Wentwo~th Acres evaluation went Into a closed conference today between city, state and federal government officials. As requested by the Public Housing authority, the cut would mean a loss to the city of about $20,000 In revenue. The authority contends the value placed on the Acres housing project should be dropped from $2,200,000 to $1 ,000,000. This contention Is based, the PHA says, on the low bids being submitted by prospective purchasers of the Acres. At the present time, cash payments of approximately $42,000 are made to the city after the federal' agency deducts its expenses In operating the utllities at the housing project. The city Is represented at the meeting by City Manager Edward C. Peterson and Appraisers Robert C Herrick, T . Wesley Ham and , Fred W . Sanborn. I Former Commissioner Brown be' came the third man ln the ring in a contest with incumbent Commissioner Marston and newcomer, Granville S. Knox of Newington. Persistent reports In downtown coffee shops claim the powerful backing of Sheriff Simes Frink for Knox, although the sheriff declares he has "no Interest In the commissioner battle." However thP. contest goes, with most political observers conceding the nomination to Marston, the chances are that Por tsmouth once more will not be represented on the three-man board which spends over $300,000 of the taxpayers money each year. Oddly enough, study of the tax figures reveals that Portsmouth's $25,541,120 evaluation exceeds the entire valuation of District 2 by almost $5,000,000. Furthermore, its county tax is $18,000 greater than that of the 16 towns which make up the second district. Moreover, Portsmouth's evaluation Is only $1,000,000 less than that of District 3's $26,615,698 and pays only $2,000 less county tax than the 15 District 3 towns. Assessments on the three districts are far from equal. Portsmouth and its five companion towns in the first district pay, $129,397; District 2, $79,435; District 3, $99,430. Nor can sense be made out of the situation by a study of the population figures. In 1940 Portsmouth's 14,821 population was all but 4,000 of the total for District 1. The entire district had Jess 11op11la tion than either District 2 or 3 and yet It 1mid 40% of the county's expenses. Not all the blame can be heaped on the politicians however, because they only take advantage of a philosophy voiced by one of their I number not Jong ago : I "You can wake the people up once but after that It'll take 10 years to get them stirred up again so we don 't worry about Portsmouth electing a commissioner." Other than the three-way Republican battle for county commissioner in the Portsmouth district, little political activity looms in Rockingham county with the deadline for f!ling only a few days away. Democratic aspirants for county berths have yet to appear on the scene and, with the entry of Portsmouth's Mrs. Mary c. Dondero into a fight for a seat In the state House or Representat.lves, the part.y's only "big name" in the county Is unavailable. Ve Leran Republican office holders such as John W. A. Green, Frank B. Nay and Earle R. Stockbridge, all of Exeter, are unopposed in their renomination to the positions of register of deeds, register of probate and county treasurer, respecLively. County Sol!cltor Wyman P . Boynton of Portsmouth is also without opposition, although Atty. Arthur J . Reinhart of Portsmouth was rumored a possible contestant until he entered the Senate race. However, an opponent for veteran Sheriff Simes Frink came forward today In the person of Police Chief Earl W. Caswell of Greenland <R), who filed his candidacy with Secretary of SLr.te Enoch D. Fuller. �~--.~~-~--~~~--~---,------~----~~--- ~~ fity's Highest Tax Rate µrnps $4.70 to ________ ., 10 -1Revenue loss In Acres Adds 70 Cents to Bill The manager clar ified the prob• lem th usly: "After our 1948 budget, whlch included an estimate of nearly $50,000 In revenue from the Acres, wa.f!I passed, a f ederal representative Informed me the Public Housing authority would not pa.y on the established valuation of $2,200,000. "They wanted a. valuation of a uttle less than a. 1,000,000. The highest tax r ate in Ports We sat down to argue it out mouth's history-$41.70-was r eand he refused to retreat from ported today by the board of a phls position," Mr. P eterson repraisers. lated. An increase of $4.70 over last year's He said the problem was then $37, the r a te .ts based on a record taken to the State T ax commission making 1948 budget of $1,321,000 which sympathized with P ortsand a to tal city valuation of $26,012,- mouth but pointed out that the 000. government h ad the right to make Most of t he dd 70 ts its own appraisals and pay a..s It o cen in the wished per thousand evaluation resulted / Yest; rday the government and from the federal government's r e- the city agreed to a valuation ot fusal to pay more than $31 000 on . bhe Wentwor th Acr es h ousl~g pro- $1,232,000, cuttmg the Acres payject. Nearly $50 000 in r e had ment to $31,000. been anticipated by the ~~~uewhen "This meant we had t o take car~ the 1948 budget was prepared. Thus, ex! the $19,000 lost ln the tax rate, 1 the city lost $19,000 in the transac- Mr. P eterson added. tlon. According to Mr. P eterson the bulk of the tax rate increase can However, the board of a pbe charged against the school depraisers had good n ews for the 1p artment. The schools will receive smaller property holders. The $2.44 of the $4.70 increase. "larger" par t of th e . $1,300,000 in · The Wentworth Acres revenue crease in valua tion has been asloss accounted for 66 cents of the sessed against public utilities $4.70 and the remainder was as and new buildings. foll ows: police department, 30 cents; fire depar,tment, 23 cents; welfare, Ch airman Robert C. Herrick of 46 cents; and highway, 61 cents. the appraisal board explained the The manager added, "Last year increase in valuation "as a truer $29,700 was granted 1n abatemen'!_ picture of present property va lues. because of t oo high assessments. "Last year a valuation of $25,541,Th e tax r ate, should have been in 000 was set and then we had t o r eexcess of $38 per thousand," h e duce a lot of assessments which were too high. So actually the valuation said. was approximately $24,700,000," he · In a discussi on of the tax rate, said. Mr. R enick expressed the hope j An additional factor in this year'a that valua tions could be kept at a 1lncreased t ax appraisals has been a "reasonable level." He contended rise in· veterans' exemptions, Mr. th at jumping Por tsmouth 's valuaHerrick said. tion merely meant increasing the city's share of t he coun ty tax. In 1947, veterans r eceived $505,000 in exemptions. This year the total "The smaller towns keep their Jumped to $581,000'. valuation at a steady level and City Manager Edward C. Peterson let the tax rate fluctuate as today drew aside the curtain which the State Tax commission placed circumstances require," he dearound Tuesday's discussion of clared. "That way they keep Weptworth Acres by local, st ate and the county tax down." federal oftlclals. I I They Go Together An outsider came into our midst yesterday and dictated to the taxpayers of this city what they should and shouldn't know about a matter of their own municipal business. And City Manager Edward C. Peterson, with characteristic faintness, meekly acquiesced. The situation arose when Chairman John R. Spring of the State Tax commission, who has somewhat of a reputation for bluff and crusty tactics, came here to discuss an item of some $20,000 which the city stands to lose in federal payments on Wentworth Acres. Mr. Peterson was in easy agreement that the conference be open to the press so that a full report of it could be made ·to the public. Likewise, Louis B. De Veau of New York, the government representative, saw no objection to having the people informed on a matter affecting their tax dollar. But Judge Spring apparently has ideas of his own about public enlightenment and he had only to suggest the gospel in order to ·convert our city manager to a different religion. In short, Mr. Peterson didn't have his way. And there is little reason to wonder why, since he didn't show the grit to insist upon it. The result was another of those "closed corporation" sessions which are making a mockery of Portsmouth's slogan about being the "City of the Open Door." Mr. Peterson can't seem to get it into his head that public business should be PUBLIC; and that it should be broadcast from the rooftops, if necessary, to keep the people informed. He, of all people, should have the strongest personal interest in this matter of public information. For the sooner the citizens learn how their business is being conducted the sooner they can make an accurate appraisal of the job they are paying to have done. And if Mr. Peterson is doing a good job he need not worry about his own security. So far, however, he has made the weakest sort of a bid for any such claim and he certainly has not helped to ent rench the city manager system in Portsmouth. Remember, Mr. Peterson, if the system goes out you go with it! . ... �No Successor ~ ., Seen Immediately For Mrs. Hundley No immediate successor will be appointed to fill the supervisory position of Mrs. Hilda H. Hundley at the Community Center. This was disclosed today by City Manager Edward C. P eterson as the resignation of the former city councilman-at-large and president of the Navy Wives' club of America became effective. I Mr. Peterson said he saw no ap pa rent n eed for immediate deplacement of Mrs. Hundley although the city budget-up for its second reading at an open meeting tonight-includes an estimated appropriation to cover the salary for the job, $35 a week. Hilda H. Hundley Resigns Post : :; I At Local Center Mrs. Hundley said this morning she resigned to accept another position but that t he name of h er prospective employer was "not for publication." Mrs. Hilda H, Hundley, former city councilman-at- large an d president of the Navy Wives' club of America today announced her resignation as super visor of the P ortsmouth Community cen ter. The r esign ation becomes effective , Tuesday. Mrs. Hundley came to Portsmouth in 1940 and has been active in municipal affairs since her arrival. During her eight years here she j has served as hostess a t the Community center, president of the Portsmouth Na vy Wives' club for four terms, treasurer of the club's nation al organization and la ter, president of that organization. She is also a member of Piscataq ua Business and Professional Women's club and the Atlantic H eigh ts Parent-Teacher association. She in timat.ect, however, that intern al confusion at the Community Center resul ting from duo control of the building by she and City Recr eation Director Francis T. Malloy ha d contributed to her decision to qui t. Community Center - - ----------Ref I ects City Neglect * ~"' * * * Mismanagement and Confusion II Surround Morass f Lax ity 11 (EDITOR' OTE : Since the opening of Portsmouth's Community Center under· municipal direction a little more than a year ago, complaints h ave been frequent and widespread concerning inadequacies ln its operation. In an attempt to get behind th e fact of these complaints,. The Portsmouth Herald assigned Reporter Ernest R. Tidyman to make a thoroug-h survey of the cepter and lts man agement. The results are given herewith, in the first of a series of three articles. They are presented· in a purely objective spirit and without per onal feelin g toward anyone involved, although Mr. Tidyman h as bee threatened with physlca\ harm by one person whose position makes him a necessary p art of the d1scuss1on.) By ER1 ES'l' R. TIDYMAN Portsmouth's "Community C nter" stands today as a cJismal, dingy monument to municipal neglect. It 1s mired in a fantastic mess of administrative con. •f us10n. And what might well be a focal point for nearly all activities e1 this seaport city of 20,000 now is a three-story, city-operated morass of iaxity and misdirect ed effort toward no definite end. But it isn't the city's "pride and joy." It has become Portsmouth's "orphan." The red-brick "disappointment" a 135 Daniels street came into beill nearly 32 years a go under the au~ plces of the now more or Jess in ac tive Portsmouth Army and Nav, association. The property on which the build ing stands origin ally was pu rchase, by the city in 1915 and transferre1 t o t he associat.ion as a site for t h1 structure. Popular subscription drives-h ead, ed mainly by the late Chief Boat, ain W. F. Hlll, USN, who wa1 chairman of the building comm.itte! - made the construction possible. The a oclation, records show, came into poss ion of the '{lroperty in agreement with the clty that the property would revert to municipal ownership if the building was used for any other purposes than for servicemen stationed in Portsmouth. But after World War I it wa closed. And the building stayed clos ed until 1937 when an influx of ser vlcernen here forced its r eestablishment on a full-t ime basis. In 1941 the city was granted a qult-claim deed to the land adjacent to the center in order that a gymnasium auditorium could be erected there by the Federal Works agency, I n 1944 the government renovated the building and it was furnished by the United Service Organizations. It served as a USO here-and probably ii: best known In that capacity-until July of 1946 when once again its doors were closed. And just about here the fireworks started because a young sociology student at the University of New H ampshire named Walter W . Cuppies suggested the building be transformed into a "community center." Backing this proposal were most of the members of the former USO group, several members of the Army and Navy association and the then Mayor Mary C. Dondero, who eventually appointed a "Community enter committee." Chairman of the committee was James J. J oyce, serving with Mrs. Dondero, as a member ex officio; City Recreation Director Francis T. Malloy, E. Bliss Marr iner, Margaret Ballard, E . Curtis Matthews {president of the Army and Navy association>, Hilda H. Hundley (represent(Please tum to page three) )!•-=======================;. l ing the USO), John Scott, Melvin H. Gcodman , Sterlyn M. T uton, John J. Foley and John H. DeCourcy. Rights to the building's operation as a community center were handed over by the directors of the Army and Navy association Oct. 31, 1947, alt hough it h a d been opened up under the d1recLion of Mrs. Hundley and City Recreation Director Franc1s T. Malloy in July previous to that. The deed in which the association turned the property back t o the cit y stipulated that the proper ty must be used continuously by t h e city for recr eational, ~ducatlonal and civic purposes for all citizens of Portsmouth .. ." B ut, If it will provide a ny saLisfaction for those who so heatedly battled against the transfer, the tran sfer, the building, in that re spect, is a complete flop. And that isn't a lonesome opinion. Take, for corroboration, the stat ement of the Army and Navy association's Mr. Matthews: "I don't t h ink it (the center) is really being given the proper attention. It seems to me that the commi ttee appointed by the previous mayor _should be reappointed by the present council or they should name a new overall committee actIng f or and repr esentin g the city council." He added t hat h e didn't think the group should m ake ;my collective effort toward the center un til its existence as a committee is certain. H e said the committee had not been con tacted by t h e city and that his only dealings with the cen ter were an occasional request for advice either f rom Mrs. H undley or Malloy. B ut City Manager Edward C. P eterson appears t o be on the other side of the fenr.e in h is feelings about t he center 's immediate n eed. "I'll perhaps appoint some board to act in an a dvisory capacity," he said when questioned about the committee. "The hangover group from the last 2.dminlstration has been notified to its acting now in an advisory capaclty." Have any changes been ordered in th e building's management? "No," said t he city m anager. Any plans for the center? "Not yet," said the city manager. "I think we will have some when the time comes to set up operation there in the fa.JI. There isn't much doing there in the sum mer." �But while paint chips, boilers breaK down, pipes rust, filth covers lavatory floors and scum can be ·scraped from the side of the shower walls with a dull knife, Mr. Peterson, appeared satisfied with the building. "I haven't had any complaints about it besides what the fellows were yelI!ng about on the third floor," he commented. Third floor residents of the building on several occasions had voiced objection to the manner In which the facilities were being cleaned. j ' Inspection_,Reveil~s Community Center Grimt City Attention 3\,,◊ Is Moior Need On Lengthy List To the right, the paint is cracking a nd chipping from the wall. To the left-below a plaque r eadln "Armv a nd Navy Association; Opened ~ovember 8, 1916" and listing Its du-ec tors and builders at the timeis a hole in the plaster wall about three inches in circumference. What happened on the complaints? "I think It was referred to Mrs. Hundley at that time," he disclosed. Was an Inspection made to see if action was taken? "'I assume they have a janitor On a grime-covered window (EDITOR'S NOTE: Thi s Is the over there for that," he said. "When . alongside the doorway is a tatsecond In a series of three articles does a city manager have t o start tered s ticker advocating conon Portsmouth's . mnniclpally-operchecking latrines?" tributions to the Red Cross drive. ated Community Center. Further Tb date on it is 1945. But this Is the physical aspect of results or an extensive Investigation the building. It doesn't deal with the . In th~ basement of the building ls of purported mismanagement and fact that Mrs. Hundley's resignation its h eating system, a boiler Installed neglect there wUI appear In towas admittedly forced by internal morrow's Jssue of Th e Portsmouth when the structure was erected Herald) . confusion in dual control of the nearly 32 years ago. It h as broken center. Nor does it explain why a down frequently during the winter By ERNEST R. TIDYMAN "trained worker" directing the cenand when asked why the city didn't ter has taken the job as one of sevLike an unused limb shut off from buy a new one, Center Director 1era! part-time activities and does Francis T . Malloy merely replied so at a salary of $40 a week-$5 less circulation, Portsmouth's "Commu- "We've ordered some new parts.'' ' than Is paid the janitor. · nity Center" Is beginning to wither Also in the basement Js a locker First and only explanation of and creak at the joints. r_oom, two lavatories Which receive faults at the center-which, In Its It needs painting, repairs, renova- little use and a room containing own way, points out that the faults eight showers. The showers were do exist-is offered by "Babe" Mal- tion and, above all, applied attention used during the winter basketball loy, who, besides his position at the from the city which has operated it center, holds two other city jobs. season. There still ls soap in the since July of last year. It was a lack of coordination, he trays and on the floor. Rust has said, and will be remedied "now that An Inspection shows why. bitten deeply into pipes above the things have straightened out." Openshowers. Five granite steps lead up to the ly agreeing that a clash existed beAnd also in the basement of the ! tween the position of Mrs. ,Hundley fro nt door of the center at 135 Danthree-story, neglected "community as center supervisor and his own as leis street and shadowing the doorcenter" ls a game room. It contains center director, the high school four pool tables, three ping-pong teacher and city recreation director way like a tumorous foyer Is an untables, several card tables and t1. maintains all that is needed is "a attractive wooden shelter used last number of chairs. little time." winter to keep the snow off the The room Is not used. But past records indicate that i porch. Center Director Malloy explains: few constructive services can be rendered when they are balked by Inside the door, the picture doesn't "A teacher used to take care of it but he lef t. You can't keep attention needed at the city's play- improve. grounds, swimming pool and otbP.r track of the upstairs, be out somerecreation facilities besides the ComBut perhaps before entering, the times and watch the kids down munity Center. here. Too many came down." outer doors should be considered. It seems generally agreed that In the basement there is, in addiBecause with an almost unfalter- tion, a small dark room used by management of the center should be ing regularity t.hey are closed. a full-time job. camera enthusias ts when the buildAnd in its present condition,_ the Present at the Center usually each ing was operated during the war 1 revenue derived from club meetings, day during her tenure was Mrs. Hil- as a USO. That, too, is closed. And then there ls a room for the rental, dances and da H. Hundley, recently resigned 5ymnasium center's $45-a-week janitor, Albert supervisor. other projects will not support it. F. Doi!, highest paid employe in the I n 1947 the council appropriToday a recent high school grad- building. ated $2,000 for its management uate-titularly identified a-s City (Malloy- a "trained worker" and $617.79 was turned into the Recreation Director Francis T. as stipulations in the center's city coffers as receipts from Malloy's secretary-is In charge of deed say he must be-receives July of 1947 to January of t.his the office during the day time. $5 a week less for directing the year. center's 011erations. This is one At night-if a special occasion Is This year's budget is $14,115. of three city job's he holds.) planned and only during such a peOn paper, that fi gure is more or The first floor serves as a lobby. riod-the building Is opened by Malless discounted by the "estimated loy. Here also are offices. a candy and revenue"-$11,000. soft-drink counter and a radio that The doors close at precisely But tabulations on record with doesn't work. noon Saturday. They do not City Auditor Jack Fenwick make Connected to this level is the open again until Monday mornestimates appear a little askew, ]Jecenter's gymnasium, erected in 1941 ing. cause in the first six months of this by the federal government. Jt is year the Community Center has And that applies during both used for basketball games, dances managed to earn only $2,491. About the summer and winter. 1 (Please tum to page three) one four th of the year's estimate. But once inside these doors And if the building remains In the neglect Is as obvious as it its present physical condition the ls relentless. estimated revenue will become a Straight ahead are three stone miI:age when the end of th e year steps to an Inner door. A piece of an1ves. the backing In one of them is miss.But just what's wrong with the Ing. I I I Hanging on the wan along the staircase is a painting of the famous, old sea-warrior, the USS Portsmouth. The frame ls chipped and falling apart. It, too, Is dustblanketed. On the second floor ls a smaller hall, used for dances and meetings. A check room, women's rest room, well-equipped kitchen and "coffee room" take up the rest of the space. A fire escape comes up to the second floor. It is accessible through the small dance hall. It does not run to the wooden-floored top level of the b'ullding where 12 or 14 men live as either transient or permanent residents. There are 18 rooms on the third floor. Only one has been painted in the last year. The man who lives there bought the paint and did it himself, There are three light sockets in the 50 or 60-foot hall on this floor. Only one has a bulb in It. Even i t has burned out. The lavatory facilities are cramped and often unclean. Three and four days have lapsed before the I floor here will be mopped although sanitation authorities agree that facilities such as these used by a large number of Individuals should oe gone over at least twice a day. Papers, cigaret butts, just plain dirt and other types of refuse litter the floor. Not, primarily, because of the habits of the residents, but because the job itself ls neglected. The rooms are comparatively small and ~gy. Many are brightened by odd pieces of furniture taken from the center's attic store-room. They are lighted by a single uncovered bulb unless the individual roomer Is prone to provide his own lamp. In that case, there are no outlets in which to plug the light. Many of the rooms do not have screens although most of th e r esi1 dents have requested either Mrs. Hundley or Director Malloy to have them installect. The screens are numbered and a large pile of them are stacked in the cluttered attic. A cursory inspection shows many are rotting from misuse and neglect. I I building Is still another story and calls for a first-hand inspection tour. I and other large functions. A center staircase here leads to a landing and thence to the second floor. The_ composition covering on : both the landing and the second floor Is cracked and several pieces I are missing. The walls are covered with soot. �\0 5 At several of the rooms there are large cracks in the doors. To these doors are attached plates bearing the names of the chief supporters of the building's erection. The third floor leads to a roof. In many sections soot has been blown Into 10 and 12 inch deep mounds. The soot, unfortunately, contains an unidentified substance that has eaten through the roofing In several places. Asked why the soot has not been removed, Mr. Malloy said: "It was .•• last spring." But he added, "It's going to be refinished this summer, though." A piece of the gutter pipe running around the building has come loose and has been that way for several months. Said one local realtor after glancing a t it : "Too bad. Wish I had that on one of my houses. It's good copper piping." The attic of the building Is typical of that In almost any average home. It is cluttered with articles not regularly used. But much material, such a.s the screens, could be repaired, put into use and contribute In a constructive manner to efficient operation of th e building. When asked about Inspecting the building, City Manager Edward C. Peterson declared he has gone through it "a couple of times." He said he ordered no changes. I And this ls Portsmouth's Com- 1 munlty Center. I IEGLECT? - Maybe. At least the papers and grime-covered floor In the third-floor Community Center* would indicate that. An accumulation of dirt on a shower wall (lower right) serves to substantiate the allegation as does the rotted roofing (upper r ight) as indicated by Reporter Ernest R. Tldyman. (Portsmouth Herald photo) -----·- - �City Goes Snooping . Simes, Peterson Inspect the Center,16 Reply to Portsmouth Herald Articles, Say Reporter's Room Was 'Disorderly' , City Councilman Thomas H. Simes stepped into the picture of dissat- f 1sfactlon surrounding Portsmo uth's community center today but openly resorted to personal criticism of a Herald reporter Jn defending the building. After joining with City Manager Edward C. Peterson for an impromptu inspection of th e three-story, municipally-operated center yeste rday morning, Councilman Simes later admitted he found "a good many things could be done that should be done." In a personal telephone call to J. D Hartford, editor and publisher of The Portsmouth Herald, the local attorney said he and Mr. Peterson had inspected the personal room of Reporter Ernest R. Tidyman, write1 of a recent series of articles criticising the city's opera tion of the building. He complained that the room TI-a "very disorderly" a nd that it contained a chair that didn't belong th re. Mr. imes did not say where the chair belonged. Mr. Hartford quoted the councilman as saying the rooms "would not appeal to you or me but should be satisfactory to the ordinary transients looking for cheap lodging." When informed that three Hera ld employes-two in the typographical department and the third on its editorial staff-lived there, the councll man then turned to his personal r eply to charges of mismanagement and neglect at the building. Asked this morning what the perrnnal arrangements of the center's residents had to do with Hs operation, Mr. Simes said "nothing at all" a nd added, "that was merely a comment I made." , In his remarks yesterday, the councilman also intimated his belief th at The Herald's reports were inaccurate, Mr. Hartford said, and indicated th:.t he felt they were "just another attempt to discredit the city ma nager and council." "After all," he was quoted as saylug, "you have had no use for the council, except one member." The Herald publisher reported the remainder of the call dealt with City Manager Peterson and the council and that Judge Simes accused Mr. Hartford "above all others" of "trymg to get crooked politics back." Contacted after the councilman':, call, City Manager Peterson said the result •of his inspection was the diGcovery that the "windows are dirty and the shades should be pulled down level." He also intimated the report on the center was a personal attack and said ''the things that J1ave occurred over there didn't all occur j n si months." But when 1as'ked If he had formulated any plans for use of the bUlldmg, the city manager said "those will be taken up with the council for thei r advice and thought.' He openly criticized the three articles that charged the city with mismanagement and neglect of the center by asking: "I don't think that's the way ti; get things done. Do you ?" I? Questioning the reason for the 1articles and upon being informed ,-- - -- that the r eporter gathered the information not only as a newspaperman but a lso as "a citizen of Portsmouth," Mr. Peterson declared : "Remember this. The city manager works for the council. He is responsible to them. The council ls responsible to the citizens. th "As I understand it, that's what e people o'f t~e city voted for." (Ob �l O'l Community Center\• ~ Well-Planne~ ~Program Shames Local Center a recreation department budget of $33,000-only a few hundred dollars more than the $32,315 recreation appropriation allotted here in the recently approved 1948 budget. (For Portsmouth's Community C e n t er alone goes $14,115.) Beyond comparison w i th Portsmouth's misdirected Community Center program, the Maine city's plans are made and pushed into action by 30-yearold Portland Recreation Director Richard S. Westgate, college-trained for his specific job. Forcefully hurdling whatever obstacles may arise to the detriment of an effective !ecreation program, Westgate is a fullti.me, city worker with an encouraging salary of 3,700 a year and enough cooperation from the community as a whole to make his plans wori< and work well. Including in his overall programs such di\'ersified activities as knitting and sewing classes, rug-hooking and braiding groups, Westgate therein makes the center serve its intended purpose. For with junior and senior photography clubs, golfing instruction and other uch projects combined they not only serve in a recreational sense but give Portland some of Its first stepping stones to adult education. Evidence of this is found in the report of Mlss Ellen Powell, office manager of the Portland {Editor's Note: This is the last of three articles on conditions at P~rtsmouth's Community Center) By ERNEST R. TIDYMAN It's leadership. Boiled down, that is what Portland's year-round, actively varied recreation program-in and out of an ancient, renovated church serving as a Community Center-really amounts to. It serves that Maine community well. Only half the size of Portsmouth's down-at-the-heels Community Center at 135 Daniels street, the Portland center is everything its name implies. And it is a book from which Portsmouth might well take a leaf to study, because attend• ance there ranges from 10,000 to 18,000 youngsters and adults each month and it encompasses in a well-planned structure such activities as physical fitness classe3 for women, a basketball league and handcraft groups for youngsters. • Above and beyond those, the Portland community centeridentified as the Lee Recreation center-also sponsors educational and entertainment movies on Saturdays and inside and outdoor dances free of charge. There also are badminton tournaments, a summer day camp, dramatics groups and the Portland public beach. They are thoroughly done on (Contin e.d from pag Well-llghted and seemingly saturated with an aura of healthy Interests for both the young and old of Portland, the building seems im- ! mersed in an attitude that emanates from its eager, hearty workers. agency, that the ages of participants in the center's phy !cal fitness program alone range "from 19 to 72." At the same time, Westgatewho served his "apprenticeship" in the (recreation department at Reading, Pa., and is former recreation director at Montpelier, Vt.-explains: "Community recreation no longer is something that just exists and is Ignored. It must be planned, directed and coached to success." Here's how they do It In Portland: The center building there opens at 9 am six days a week, both winter and summer. During the winter it clo es "about midnight." Available for use besides the aforementioned facilities are a gymnasium, lounge, ping-pong tables and various clubs. And in . the summer when the building "closes" the program Increases. Added to it outside are such activities as a trailer dramatics groups and specialized lmtruction in handcraft and dancing by trained workers. The Instructors travel from playground to playground giving equal attention to each group and the trailer also moves to various locations presenting small skits under the joint sponsorship of the center and the Portland Children's theater. And this Is held up to cast a sha,dow-although the budgets are only a few hundred dollars from being equal-to the disappointing, almost ludicrous Community Cen- 1 ter arrangements in Portsmouth. It would be funny-almos t, anyhow-if Portsmouth wasn't missing an opportunity to develop a hub for nearly all conceivable forms of community activity. But how did they make a. community center popular In the poorest, most heavily populated and consequently toughest sectiim of Portland? "It's the leadership that goes Into it," William T. Kiley, $2,800 a year ;upervisor of men's· and boys' activities a.t the Portland agency, explained. "The building doesn't mean much. It's the one thing that holds us back from further expansion, but it really doesn't matter." Veteran of more than 15 years' experience in recreation work, Mr. Kiley's ideas run closely parallel to those of Director Westgate. "There are hundreds of New England communities conducting adequate programs throughout the year without any form of a municipal building," the latter said. (Please turn to page three) CI•tYOPens way f fOr Naming O\•1.'\ I • for en er ,rec Cf D · ■ ~ The recreat.ion comm1ss10n lent unan im ous approva1 to appointment of a full-time director for Portsmouth's Community center last night and today City Manager Edward C. Peterson accepted the responsibility of creating such a position. Uncertain of their authority in connection with the center, the commissioners last night directed City Recreation Director Franc!'ls T. Malloy to confer with Mr. Peterson over the building's operation. The board's action, after much hesitancy, followed by two weeks a series of articles In The Portsmouth Herald outlining city failure to fully utilize the center's facilities and pointed to municipal neglect of the three-story building on Daniels street. on ) S h . . , At the same time, board members pear eadmg the decision last • reviewed Directo M 11 , night was Stowe Wilder's comment erect five showe r ak oy s plan to th t t· f th t . rs, Ioc ers and other a opera 10n o e cen er 1s a sanitary facilities in b thh job for a "full-time director and Peirce island. a ouse on two part-time asslstant.s." It was agreed that no action could , He added that "it's a job that be taken without an appropriation should be started by September." from the city council. (Queried today on who could ap- Also discussed was Malloy's propoint such a director, Mr. Peterson ~osed erection of a canopy at the ·1said: "Under the city charter that pool ~o prov~de shade for mothers would fall within my jurisdiction.) atchmg the1.r children. M II 0 Mr. Wilder told board members d a_ .Y reported that $887 in "with three dfrectors here this place a mission fees and S201 from 1(the cen ter) should be bo~ming next caD d y s~les were turned over th year." to e city treasqry so far this summer from the pool. He also explained that the Clare- It mont community center, described was voted to P~tpone action I as "smaller" than Portsmouth's, em on where to locate the municipal ploys a full-time dfrector and as--) hockey rink until Portsmouth's newsistants. ly-appointed school athletic direc: Claremont's City Manager Philip tor, Carl Erikson, arrives next L. White also has named a Clare- month, '"S\.,i.,'\ mont civic group to act as an ad- - - - - --• visory board and it might be a good idea here, Mr. Wilder Intimated. Temporary Chairman John Jacobsmeyer said if It was the commission's job to appoint a director then perhaps it also could "authorize a Portsmouth civic organization to act as an advisory board." 'j "Montpelier used the basement In Its city hall to get a program started." And when asked what Portsmouth might do to alleviate an already exposed situation, he said: "If your council can be convinced It should get someone to look ahead and plan, then it probably would be a success." And with a budget like Portsmouth's and Its potential facilities, he declared, .finding somebody to do just that would be "simple." �y• . If the Shoe Fits. • • There's an old expression that goes, "If the shoe fitswear it." Never has it app!ied more neatly than In the attitude of the city ma'1ager and a councilman toward conditions at the Community Center. The city manager saw fit to dismiss The Portsmouth Herald's description of unclean conditions there with the cursory admission that the windows are dirty and the shades should be drawn 1.evel. He made no other comment, except to intimate that The Herald's three revealing articles were simply an attark upon his handling of municipal affairs. The respected c ~,uncilman Simes-unwisely and on the spur of the moment. perhaps-described the private room of the reporter who wrote the stories as "disorderly", and added , "People who live in glass houses should not throw stones." The city m:mager and councilman have revealed themselves as thin-skinned, indeed. Ridiculously so, in fact, for they have failed entir<'ly to answer the salient charge of t.he three Herald articlr~-that the city, which is spending $14,315 ·on the center this year, has nothing to show for it but a rapidly deteriorn.ting building. The city manager and the councilman are apparently so touchy they neP,"lect to answer such questions as t11ese, in which every civic-minded resident should be interested: (1) What has been donr in the past, what is being done now, and what WILL be done to remedy the unsanitary conditions of the center's lavatories? (2) What will be done to stem the deterioration of the building? (3) What will be done by the ci~y administration to broaden the center's ,·ccreational program-to make it more like that in Portland. which operates on a comparable financial budget. but with far less physical facilities? These were the aucstions The Herald asked in the first two articles. In its °third, The Herald suggested that the responsibility rests with thf city's administration. None of The Herald's articles dealt with an individual, except in an explanatory manner. Yet, the cit.y manager and councilman hastened to "inspect" the center and instantly replied to the articles in a personal vein. . All we can say now is: "If the shoe fits-wear it!" Herald Obtains Ban· . "J.I In Janitor's Threats 'l Charges of Intimidation and public abuse against a reporter resulted today in a Superior court order restraining Albert F. Doll, janitor at the Community Center, from further interference with cmployes of The Portsmouth Herald. The order was grantecl by Justice Stephen M. Wheeler after The Herald complained that Doll made threats of physical violence Rnd publicly cursed Reporter Ernest R. Tldyman on three occulons since the newsman was assigned to Investigate conditions at the Community Center. The investigation was the basis of a series of articles on the municipal building which were published last week In The Herald. Filed In the name of the Chronicle and Gazette PublishIng Co., the petition for the Injunction charged that Doll's conduct was intended to intimidate Tidyman "and to prevent him from filing and following up news stories" assigned to him by the newspaper. The petition also stated that the publishing company has ·brought a damage ,mlt against Doll for "so Interfering In Its business and Injuring and clamaging the plaintiff in its business.'' J. D. Hartford, publisher and editor of The Herald, explained today that the actions were filed "without hostile feeUng, but solely for the purpose of protecting our employes." "In the case of a newspaper," he !said, "It ls the rrsponslbility of a publisher to see that his · reporters are unhampered by untoward Influences In carrying out their Job of reporting the news and are af?orded the same protection that any business or professional man Is entitled to." The injunction Is temporary . in nature but Is io remain In effect until a hearing for a permanent order Is held. The court's order reads: "Pending a hearing on the merits and until this order 111 sooner modUied or annulled, It ts ordered, adjudged and decreed that the within named Albert F. Doll be and hereby Is restrained and enjoined from Interfering with the person of any of the plaintiff's reporters and from using abusive language In public against Its said employes." CIJ"cumstances Involved In the restraint order were outlined today by Tldyrhan, who quoted Doll as having threatened that "I don't care who It is at the Herald, but If a.ny story comes out that causes me to lose my job I'll deal with you personally." "You'll find out you're dealIng with dynamite," the reporter said he was told. That incident occurred, Tidyman explained, while he was In the pro,cess of gathering material for the Community Center ar- ' tlcles. More than a week later, Tidyman related, he and a companion were accosted by the janitor and subjected to violent verbal abuse In public surroundings. The following morning he sat• he was again approached by· Doll and that the janitor "apologlz~d" for "reference, to my family background" but said Doll declared, "That's all I 'm sorry for." The janitor \VU named In onlv one of The Herald's three , articles on the Community Cen• 1 ter, which dea111 with the per• sonnel setup at the bulldlnr. He Indicated resentment, · however, to another article which emphasized the neglected care , of the center. -- �Malloy Again Heads Recr4~Jion For City A blanket yearly pay boost of $300 !or all members o! the Portsmouth police department was granted last night at a regular meeting of the Francis T. "Babe" Malloy of 1 0 0 1 . . r . - - - - - - - - - - - - - police commission In the council South street was reappointed city game more than two weeks In adchambers of city hall. rrecreation director last night at a vance except In special Instances. Commission Chairman Orel Dexth "who's-a-member?" meeting o! e "The whole trouble in 1946," Mr. !recreation commission - tJhe fir st Kane declared, "was that one team ter and Commissioners J. Verne · since the adoption of the city mansigned up in April for the whole Wood and J. Paul Griffin granted ager system here. season and left every-body else out the wage boost after several months consideration o! a petition for raises At the same time, the commission: ' in the cold." submitted by members o! tlhe force. (1) Revised the system of allocaMr. Wilder added: Policemen asked the increase to ting field rights to various baseball "Last year The Herald sewed It compensate !or increased living teams in the sunset league. up." The city manager suggested e costs. (2) · Decided that all teams applyUnder the new scale patrolmen allowing any teams expected 1 ing !or use o! city fields for games ' wm receive $2,950 a year, sergeants to continue cpmpetltlon through intending to erect "obstacles"-prland captains $3,100 and $3,200 !or the summer to make reservations marlly, guy wires used for night the deputy marshal. In advance for "one Sunday, llg,htlng-must show "an appropriate City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt's Jlmltlng the rest to the two week certificate of liability insurance." sl\lary wlll be upped to $3,800 from restriction." t (3) Agreed to charge $12 for rental The Job of allocating the fields I $3,500. of the field for day or nlgiht games The commission accepted Marshal was placed In the hands of Mr. Malalthough the Sunset league and Hewitt's quarterly report which teams comprised of players under loy. showed patrolmen making their The motion to ask each team put18 would be exempt. rounds !ram January 1 to March 31 ting up equipment that might cause (4) Moved that residences and !ood Injury to ·a player to produce a cerdiscovered 56 stores and other esconcessions be banned from Pierce tificate of liability, insurance followtablishments unlocked although the Island, ed discussion of W'ho could be held owners had closed for the night. 'rhe board convened at 8 pm and liable If a player were Injured on a ' Members of the group also apnamed John Jacobsmeyer acting city-owned park. proved advertising for bids for a 1 chairman until the problem o! who Mr. Malloy said he !:las received - new police cruiser and renewed Is and wlio ls not a member o! the about 50 applications for playground licenses of eight Junk dealers. ,board can be decided. ..... '. supervisory jobs and that he Intends The board previous to . this con- to run a class on playground Instruc:slsted 0! 1 the mayor, a 'lipresentat tions and pick qualified supervisors tive of the board of education and• for the work. The commlssjon also decided: [a representative of the street comTo repair the fence and seed the .missioners. along with th~ mem A trade-in allowance of ~957 was grass at Pierce island. bers at large. allowed yesterday in the only bid That the bridge to the island ls In submitted to the police commission Under the new city charter, safe enough condition for normal for a new, fully-equipped cruiser at however, the mayor can not be traffic. a member, Stowe Wilder, repre$1,657. To train one lifeguard and eventsenting the s'chool board, has The bid was submitted by Grace's ually have him attend a Red Cross Auto service and accepted by Comresigned, the street commission school !or suc'l). work. missioners Orel Dexter, J. Verne 1 no longer exists and l\frs. C. To discuss the posslblllty o! limit- Wood and J. Paul Griffin, Waldo Pickett also has resigned. ,The remaining members at large ing the playgrounds and perhaps are John E. Kane and John Ja- closing one or two. ~·, I , 1 \ O I I I Police To Get , New Cruiser i, cobsmeyer. ' At last night's meeting, however, , Mr. Wilder reported as clerk, City ; Manager Edward C. Peterson an' nounced he was a member ex-officio and, at the same time, appointed Street Supt. Clayton E. Osborn an ex-officio member of the board. Mr. Malloy reported that Interest in the Softball league "has Increased to the extent that we have jumped from eight .member teams to 15 -teams," With games scheduled to start May 3, Mr. Malloy said, any man who plays in the Softball league must be a resident of New Hampshire "so there will be no question of the team's legality ." · He also said Schools Supt, Raymond I. Beal has granted use of baseball fields at the Plains, Lafayette and New Franklin schools with the stipulation that they are used after school clhildren are through. The recreation director announced that this year each team will donate a dozen balls and pay a league entrance fee I of $5. , Members of the commission . agreed .to revise the system of allocating field usage by insisting \ teams cannot reserve a field for a ' , (Please tum to page two)_ ~------,,__ : _ __ •._..:,_ \09 ·Poli~emen Win 10th Burglary lv-.tl ll $300 Pay Boost;-. In Two Weeks I'S; f() I Nets Thieves $50 Marshal Raised l Police Probing rr1 1/ at Schools Recreation Board, Thefts Police were Investigating burglaries In two Portsmouth schools today Lacking Quorum, after authorities reported the loss Fails To ·Meet ~,'J • of $115 at the high school and $1.80 The 10th In a series of burglaries or attempted breaks In the last two weeks wn.s discovered this morning at Atherton's Furniture store where thieves netted more than $50. Patrolman John E. Coleman noticed the break through a rear window while making his regular rounds today. Police said bars protecting th e window had been pried away to allow entrance of the burglars. Taken was $50 In quarters from a porcelain "piggy bank," 78 cents from a desk and $3 in stamps. No the01,y as to who ls perpetrating the series of lootings here was advanced this morning by local police although Inspector Dennis I Kelley, Patrolman Lloyd N. McGraw and Neil c. Bierce said they were continuing tllle Investigation. I Police Attend ·j ~ Concord Session Eight Portsmouth officers were the policeman attending Wednesday's annual meeting of the New Hampshire Police association which was held In Concord, Patrolman Neil C. Bierce C1f Portsmouth was named to the legislative committee, a post he has held during tJhe past year. Concord's chief of police, Joseph G. Andrews was named to head the organization, The three vice presidents include Insp. Walter Suosso, Patrolman Ray E. Wesson of Nashua and State Trooper Clifton Hildreth o! Durham. Officers attending from P01tsmouth were City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt, Insp, Dennis Kelley, Capt. Dougal McLean, Sgt. Timothy ,J. Connors, Patrolmen Herbert L. Whitehouse, Joseph Kelley, Joseph j R. McCormack, and Bierce, and re-1 tired olflcer, John J. Sullivan, among 1; Falling to raise a quorum the at the Atlantic Heights school. Police said the theft at the high second consecutive month, the Recreation committee did not meet school was from the office of physical director James M. Culberson. 1ast night as scheduled. Police theorized that a door at Present at· the council chambers the school had been left unlocked at the appointed tl~e- 5 pm-were • because there was no evidence of a Cornmlttee~an John Jacobsmeyer forced entry into the building itself. and Francis T. Malloy, city recreaAt the Atlantic Heights school, tlon director. d Police Inspector Dennis Kelley deAbsent lWere _st owe Wil der a1: scribed the break as "kids work." John E, Kane. City Manager Edwa1d C. Peterson also failed to attend. Mr. Malloy, however, announced that the old skating rink at South playground wlll hereafter be used for horseshoe pitching: Polite Boar~5 Mum on Charge Of Mistreatment 1 'i,..~) Reports of a complaint charging mistreatment of a prisoner by a local policeman were shrugged o!f last night by Chairman Orel A. Dexter of the police commission. 1 "We h aven't any t,hing to say abou: that," Mr. Dexter said In response to a reporter's question as to w11ether such a complaint had been filed with the commission. Attorney Charles J. Griffin told · The Portsmouth Herald recently that he had submitted a formal complaint in behalf of a client, but no such matter came before the commission at Its monthly session yesterday, �. I Howeve·r, Mr. Dexter tacitly acknowledged receipt of a complaint by saying, "We haven't any Information to give out. It's all being handled through his attorney." Mr. Grl[fln was non-committal on the matter when queried this morning. "If there Is a complaint In, it's best that they disclose It," he said. "After all, It's their business." He told a Herald reporter recently that he had filed a complaint and explained at the time thab It Involved the arrest last May 9 of Raymond Mlrosola, 27, of 404 Pleasant street. I\Iirosola was releasc1l In $50 ball pending an appeal of his conviction on a charge of assaulting Patrolman Joseph R. I\JcCormack while Ute officer was attempting pince him un<lrr arrest. Mlrosola was fined $10 and costs or $14 .86 by Judge Jeremy R. Waldron. The question of mistreatment evolved during the trial but Judge Waldron ruled out such testimony, saying, "Anything to do with treatment at the hands o! lhe police ls something to take up with the po1.!ce commissioners." \ In a routine business session last night, the commission granted the police deparbment's Benevolent and Protective association permission, to hold a Policemen's ball Sept. 20 under the stipulation that no "pressure" be applied by officers In the sale or tickets. Patrohnan George w. Gillespie appeared as an association committee of one and bold commissioners tickets would not be sold to merchants nor would policemen attempt to solicit purchases while In uniform. The proceeds, he said, wiU go into the association's "sick fund." The commission paid routine bills and accepted an appllca tlon from Earl Edwin Rogers, 25, of 227 Park street, for a police appointment. It was plo.ced oru file. to Board Admits '. 1 Comp·laint Against .Two Patrolmen Police Board Chairman o Dexter acknowledged for th relfi A . time today th t e rst treatment h Bib a complaint of mistwo Portsmo~th eent brought against reported that t:a rolmen, but also delayed a hearln e commission has city solicitor g on advice or the I The commissioners told R Mlrosola o! 404 Pl aymond letter th easant street by ey were not "adverse" t 1 t::r~~~th~se c~r::i~lnt but Jn view 0~ assault on een convicted of h d a police officer and a appealed to they would not super 1or court, while the case wa~~~~dl~g hearing , Orel A. Dexter, chalrma~ r commission sald "W t 00 k o the I ' e the d v ce of the cl ty sollcl tor " a Ir He did not explain wh.at bearing any, Mlrosola's conviction d appeal had on his request ro:na _ _ _<_P_'le_ase tum to page 3) Solicitor Defends His 'Delay' Advice In Police Cose :Ji 11 City Solicitor Samuel Levy, who advised the police commission to delay hearing of mistreatment charges against two local omcers, today defended his· stand by maintaining such a public session would be unfair to the state. He contended the hearing would force the state to reveal Its "complete case" against Raymond Mlrasola w'ho ls reported to have filed the complaint against tihe police and who Ls appealing conviction on a charge of assault upon one of the policemen named In the charges. l\1r. Levy 111tl1l the commissioners hail asked him to assist them ln deciding what they should do with the Mlrosola complaint. "If he can go into superior court and win his appeal of that municipal court conviction, then he Is certainly entitled to a hearing on the mistreatment charge," Mr. Levy said. The solicitor added that Mlrosola had been convicted and It would not be "fair" to the state for the commission to hold the hearing. Meanwhile, Orel A. Dexter, chairman, explained the commission's eagerness to follow the solicitor's advice by saying, "We've been getting into enough trouble. We want to keep out of trouble." Following the solicitor's advice, Mr. Dexter said a letter explaining the commission's stand had been malled· to Mr. Mlrosola. The letter in full follows: "In reply to your communication addressed to the board of police commissioners making a complaint against omccrs McCormack and Burns In connection with your arrest on May 9, you have been found guilty In the municipal court of an assault upon an officer and you have appealed this case to the su- perior court through your attorney. Six Juveniles ·J\,(} Nabbed in Series Of Local Breaks 1 - Six juveniles, who outsmarted Portsmouth police In a wave of petty crimes in the downtown section for the past two months, found the tables turned today when the police announced their arrest and subsequent solution of 25 burglaries In May and June. Operating In three groups. the youngsters stole goods and cash valued at more than $1,000 during the series of 1uccessful burglaries. Pollce added, however, that none of the loot had be'en recovered. One of the gangs consisted of three boys, another had two members and the third was described by a police officer as a "lone wolf" operation. Patrolman Nell C. Belrce, who announced the arrests, said four other breaks were still unsolved and were believed to be the work o! a "different crowd." The unsolved · burglaries Include the Littlefield Lumber Co., May 17, when $40 was stolen; Portsmouth Flying service, May 17, $45 In cash stolen; Taber's clobhlng store, 163 Congress street, June 2, when a thief "broke out" o! the store with $100 In, cash; and Randall's Press, 17 Daniels street, June 14, the theft of $106 from a safe. Solution of the breaks followed criticism of the police who appeared helpless In putting an end to the series. While the police did not release the list of burglaries solved, It was reported from one aource that excepting the four 1tlll listed a~ nnilolved all the breaks In the downtown area bad been "cleaned up." MeaDJWhlle, the pollce reported "no While we are entirely agreeable to\ new developments" In the burgla.ry r,lvlng you a hearing In connection at Yoken's restaurant, Lafayette with your complnlnt, we do not cnre road, early Sunday. Attempt., to take fingerprints to do so until after the decision In your case has been made by the su- were almost useless, the police said, because the gang that carted a,way perior court." the restaurant .safe usl'd towels and . aprons to handle any objects in the building. Harry Yoken, the restaurant owner, reported that $3,498 were In the safe. The burglary ~ believed to have been made by the same cracksmen who hauled away a safe from Warren's, Kittery, on June 20. Police Boord(Continued from page one) hearing on the Rlleged mlstrentment char~es brought against the two . policemen. · "We Just took the sollcltor·s Rdvire and that's what he told us to do," Mr. Dexter said. Mlrosola was fined $10 and costs of $14.86 after his arrest May o 011 of chnrge of assaulting Patrolman J . Richard McCormack. He nppcnled through his Rttorney, Charles J. Griffin, and was released In $50 ball. j Stolen Sofe Found By Local Police;i $3,498 Missing "\p \ 10 A safe, 's tolen a week ago from Harry Yoken's Thar She Blows, was recovered Friday afternoon by Portsmouth police but the $3,498 reportedly in the safe was still missing. Its bottom ripped out can opener fashion, the safe was found in a pasture of! Boyd road by Patrolman Lloyd N. McGraw. City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt reported today that a police !learehlng party, headed by himself, had spent the wet afternoon combing the Boyd road underbrush when the missing .safe was spotted by Patrolman McGraw under a pile of junk and brush. Mr. Yoken Identified the safe as his property, the marshal said, apd a few odd papers were found in It which confirmed the identification. But whether the findh:ig of the safe means the break a week ago was done by local cracksrnen or Is stlll believed by police to be the work of an out of town gang, the marshal refused to say. , ' ITwo Juveniles-; -;-- 1 ' Held in Breaks ,o A series of more than 20 breaks In Portsmouth was believed near solution by local police today as they continued questioning of two / juveniles. apprehended last night in the Motor Mart filling station Mid die street. ' City Marshall Leonard H Hewitt said they were arrested ~b~~t mid night. • It was theorized that they might be members o! an organized grou cracksmen systematically loot~ /1 1:g spops and homes in this area smce early spring. _T he lmpllcatlon that the I / might be a member of a gang ~:: found f t In the report that near1y all of he re~ent breaks were the work 0 prof ess1onals. t Malloy Announces_,_ Fourth Prograni"~· Portsmouth R Francis T. Malloec~~tlon Director the Fourt Y ay announced held Mon!.;t J-;;;ly5program to ~e I • y . all c;hl~~~:: a~llih~e tstrlbuted to the morn!n P aygrouncLs 1n g. A baseball game bet ' Call-Leary team d t ween the f Clt t an he Winthrop So~h efm• is scheduled !or the P ayground at 3 o'clock th! band concert will be hcld at , pm ~~~:o;:nd from 7:30 to 9:30 Iw111 be staged, display of !!reworks I �Hewitt Silent as Breaks In City Spread Unchecked '1.--°" -:J'CL llshments arter business hours. A series o! burglaries, which have been spreading like an epidemic in ithe downtown section of Portsmouth, remain unchecki:d by local police, with City Marshal Leonard H. Hewitt unable or unwilling to advance a cause or cure for the outbreak. Within the past 10 weeks, a total of 21 breaks have been committedat an aggregate expense of $1,000 to mid-town merchants. As yet the police Jre without a "definite clue" and, as far as can be learned from Marshal Hewitt, no extraordinary protective steps have been taken against further br~aks. The city marshal flatly refused to discuss with a Portsmouth Herald reporter yesterday any theories he might have concerning the burglaries and he summarily dismissed a set of prepared questions which were submitted to him 1n that connection. "I know it's simply that Hartford (J. D. Hartford, publisher and editor of The Herald! wants to get me," he said. "I won't answer any questions." The prepared questions sought to determine whether Marshal Hewitt 1s treating the growing series of breaks as an emergency by reassigning his depar~ment personnel or requesting assistance from the sheriff's office or state police. He was also asked to explain his theories behind the · breaks, what measures he has taken to guard against further breaks, and whether both police cruisers, normally divided between day and night duly, are being utlllzed iu a night patrol p1'the oowntown area . where the breaks-lyl.ve beeq centered. , • While the mar11hal frankly admitted that • police had uncovered no leads, ' he defencled tils department and pointed blame at •the merchants themselves, whom he said had been care• less In locking up their estab- He also pointed out that most o! the breaks which have occurred so far have been "roof jobs," with the burglars operating where they could not be detected by officers stationed In the vicinity. Meanwhile, st!ltements from some of the merchants who have been victims of the series of breaks Indicated a mounting feeling of insecurity over police protection. One merchant was bluntly critical of investigation methods followed in the burglary of his store. "They came to my place, looked around and left," he said. "When I asked them if they weren't going to look for fingerprints, they told me 'No'.'' Another break victim was outspokenly incensed over the lack o! information given by police. "As nearly as I can find out they haven't done a thing," he said. "At least that's the Idea. I get when I ask them about lt." The unsolved breaks are summarized below: April 19, Parnham's studio, 17 Daniels street, no trace o! break found by police, $15 In cash and a fountain pen stolen. May 4, high school office, no trace of break, $115 In cash stolen. May 4, Atlantic Heights school, window broken In, $1.80 In change stolen, described by police as "kid's work." May 6, Pannaway club, of! Jones avenue, five cartons of clgarets and a case or soft drinks, window slhashed in. May 15, Brom!ield's jewelry store, 43 Congress street, unsuccess!ul attempt to force a door. May 17, Littlefield Lumber Co., 21 . Green street, cellar window broken In, $40 In cash stolen. May 17, Portsmouth Flying service, Sherburne road, window broken in, $45 cash stolen. May 18, Parnham's studio, 17 Doctor .Scores ~\: _v H~hil ·Parking , Th~ Rockl~g~am hotel Is turning the north side • of state street between Chestnut and Middle streets into a parking lot. . · Such was a charge made to the city by Dr. Wendell p ; Clare, Rockingham county medical ,referee, In a letter to City Manager Edward C. Peterson. , It was read last night at the council meeting. Dr. Clare complained that parking meters are installed on the south side • of the street but that , there were none on the opl)oslte side. He called the situation both . a. nuisance and a danger. It was referred to the chie! of police by thp city manager, but he reported yesterday that the police could do nothing about parking there because no street signs had been er~ted. • It was turned .over to the coun.; ell' tramc committee. Daniels street, attempt to enter rear window. May 18, Randall press, 17 Daniels street, $62 in cash stolen. May 18, Girl Scout headquarters, 17 Daniels street, $2.60 in cash stolen. May 18, Massaro's cement block plant, Bartlett street, window broken In and office ransacked. May 19, Allied New Hampshire Gas Co., 13 Market street, skylight forced open, war bonds and Insurance policies stolen from a safe. May 21, Atherton's furniture store, 275 Islington street, rear window broken in, $50 in change stolen. May 24, Sagamore market, Sagamore avenue, burglar surprised while In store and fled with 50 cents. May 24, Pnnnaway club, off Jones avenue, window broken In, vandalism. May 31, high school o!fice, seconct floor window broken In, startre's pistol stolen. May 31, Newberry's store, 19 Congress street, thieves climbed to roo! on fire escape, $5 In change stolen. May 31, Trafton's insurance company, 39 Congress street, entrance gained through trapooor in roof, vandalls111. June 2, Tober's clothing store, 153 Congress street, thief hid in store basement and "broke out" with $100. June 14, Randall's press, 17 Daniels street, thieves apparently worked combination to steal $106 from safe. June 14, Chadwick and Trefethen's maoh!ne shop, Bow street, window forced, not.bing stolen. June 14, Gold-Craft shoe company, 700 Islington street, window forced In, $3 In cash stolen. June 21, Wlnebaum's News Service ' 72 Congress street, entrance made through second story window, $400 in mes-C'handise stolen. June 21, Karippey's tailoring shop, 72 Congress street, entrance made through glass in door, vandalism. Doctor Scorns Police Inaction In Parking Tiff S\•'>:i Do Portsmouth policemen ne~ct signs to tell them what to do? City Manager Edward C. Peterson today was asked that question in a letter from Dr. Wendell P. Clare, Rockingham County referee. The letter was In r egard to a charge by Dr. Clare that the Rockingham hotel is turning the north side of state street between Chestnut and Middle streets into a parking lot. The doctor also said that parking meters are installed on the south side of the street but not in front of the hotel. Dr. Clare's complaint was read at Thursday night's city council meeting and l,tler turned over to Clly M1trshal Leonard 11. Ucwitl, by Cily J\lanugcr l'cterson. After Marshal Hewitt had reported that the police could do nothing about parking In front of the Rockingham hotel because no street 1 signs had been erected, Dr. Clare wrote another letter lo the city manager and asked: ·"Is it necessa ry to have signs explaining each ordinance before police can or will act?" "If yes to this question," the doctor wrote, "the citizens had better bestir themselves and erect signs explaining the laws relative to house breaking and burglary." Dr. Clare added that a city ordinance states ~peciflcally that there is a time limit in the State street area of t.wo hours between 8 am and 6 pm. "In· spite of this, parking goes on in this area 24 hours a day through out the year and nothing is done about it. Why?", he asked. "It requires no st.retch of the imagination to picture what could happen in this area any night of the year if a real fire broke out and th~ ~iremen were hampered and hindered by the street being full of cars 1 on each side," he continued. The Hocldnglrnm Co u n l y I \),t' , · (Please turn to page two) \ 11 �i Local Doctor 'Knows' Murder Crude, says Dr. Clare, I might h ave worked. ** *Un,t ~ * ·. . * * ~ ~~ Says *Medical-Legal W,/1 A,d Detection There will be a 100% improvement In New Hampshire law enforcement through organization of a state "medical-legal society," Dr. Wendell P. Clare, Rockingh am county medical referee, predicts. And he bases t hat declaration on his belief that formation of such a group-to take place "very soon"wlll mean a closer working basis for the law a.nd medicine to combine in defeating crime. The Portsmouth physician was outlining more completely the steps taken several days ago at Littleton to create the society. Dr. Clare said the society would be two things: (1) A living tribute and monument to State Police Capt. Francis Glessner Lee, who endowed the first seat in legal medicine at Harvard university. (2) Comprised of active medical referees and their deputies, police, other enforcement ofiicers and state pathologists. And it would mean, he contends, closer harmony and cooperation in this state for the solution of crime. An important part of such a society, he outlined, would be "a school, of sorts" where law enforcement officers could study • and learn the problems of medical examiners and referees in dealing with various forms of crime. They also would contribute their ldeas and create a 'valuable Interexchange of contemporary methods of dealing with crime, he explained. Dr. Clare said a thorough under,tanding of a medical examiner's job should be part of every policeman's equipment because "the medical examiner is the man who has got to prove a crime in court." I_:1- citing examples of why such an exchange would be valuable, . the . local doctor said that in New Hampshire shootin,g cases "invariably the gun has been moved." "It would help immeasurably," he said, "if we could teach the police both what to do and what not to do.'' As an instance he referred to a recent case wl1ere a man h ad deciclecl to commit suicide but, at the same time, m ake it appear as if his wife had murclered him. Dr. Clare said the man performed , 'Yhat he thought was going to be a revenge-satisfying hoax by standing at the top-of his basement staircase and striking himself in the top of the skull with an ax. , Still conscious at the bottom of the stairs, the man then dipped his finger in his own blood ·and wrote on the floor: "Nellie did It." but 1t "An untrained man might have ! presumed the man's bloody scribbling a death-bed accusation," Dr. Clare said. "But, as it was the medical examiner discovered s~veral things. "Among them was the fact that 'Nellie• was too short in the first place to hit her husband at th e point in the skuH where he struck himsi u.· _ I I II I f "Secondly, he had no cuts or · marks on his hands to show he had tried to fend off the blow although an examination of th~ gash showed it was struck from the front. "And, finally htere were no fin gerprints on th e weapon other than his own." On the other hand, the doctor said, I many murders are passed up each year through "lack of knowledge." In additionally delineating formation of the society, Dr. Clare said "legal medicine is a specialty within itself having to do with criminology." Through study of it--which ls made possible at Harvard because of Mrs. Lee's endowment--Dr. Clare said experts are a ble . to not only assist in the capture of guilty p ersons "but help keep innocent ones free." DR. WENDELL P. CLARE • • • . murder, he says Crackdown For Cleanliness ~ \ I ,, I Sanitary lnspectol'· Gets Tough A bi