Encroachment Tax Moves From City Council Agenda
The city treasurer will demand payment of encroachment taxes on sidewalks and alleys, with the council authorizing enforcement and potential removal if taxes remain unpaid. An investigative committee led by Alderman Woods examined feasiblity of an encroachment tax on little bridges over gutters. G M Paulson won the lamp post contract for Mercury and Valena streets, totaling 6,700. Four motorcycles were authorized for police use. Building permits totaled 28,400 for frames and 101,800 for brick structures. A fire chief report noted 33 alarms in June, with property valued at 698,650 and insurance at 466,620, losses at 837. The next council meeting is set for July 2.
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Woods
Wilson
Butterfield
Davis
Holland
G. M. Paulaon
Mercury
Valena
Devin
Adgs in Their Cones Startle Gelebrants
A fragmented OCR note reports unexpected events as cones surprise celebrants at a local gathering. Officials unclear on cause while attendees remain startled and curious about the incident.
Attorney Carroll Fined for Ignoring Court Ruling
In a contempt ruling Judge Ludcey held attorney Carroll in contempt after he urged a witness to answer a question despite objections and a prior ruling. The incident occurred during proceedings when the witness was told to proceed, defying the court’s admonition.
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Carroll
Ludgc Amb
Flag Tournament At Country Club Draws Many Women
A large turnout of women golfers competed in the flag tournament at the Country Club. Scratcher Mire. J.M. Wheeler finished with 60 strokes on the 12 holes, placing the ball near the cup at the twelfth green. Mrs. Magill followed with 64, a close second, marking her ball off the twelfth green.
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J.M. Wheeler
Farnum’s New Play Pleases at Ansonia
William Farnum drew large crowds at the Ansonia where his deluxe production For Freedom opened. Admirers praised his portrayal of a convict fighting odds to rehabilitate himself in society, noting the strong force of the new vehicle and Farnum’s continued appeal.
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Ansonia
William Farnum
Faras
Births announced for June at multiple local homes
Birth notices record several new arrivals: a daughter to Mr and Mrs H Haug of 105 West Gold Street on June 23, a daughter to Mr and Mrs W B Mahoney on June 27, a son to Mr and Mrs O Will at 710 South Main on June 2, a daughter to Mr and Mrs Ella of Rocker at 509 West Broadway on June 29, and a son to Mr and Mrs Percy Rohiman at 212 South Idaho on June 30.
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H. Haug
West Gold Street
W. B. Mahoney
O. Willson
South Main Street
Ella of
Rocker
West’ Broadway
Percy Rohiman
South Idaho Street
Husband Ordered to Support Wife and Child
Benjamin Hipp appeared before Justice of the Peace Ornsby and was ordered to pay ten dollars weekly for wife and child's support after a trial. Deputy County Attorney Downey represented the state.
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Benjamin Hipp
Justice of the Peace
Ornsby
Downey
Father Barry to Visit His Old Home in Ireland
A Chicago city park gathering observed no profanity as members of the park board watched Father M O D Barry of Immaculate Conception depart for New York then Ireland to visit his mother in Glenara Limerick. He will sail on the Baltic to Liverpool after a three day wait in New York and may stay through the summer depending on his mother's condition.
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Mooney
Park Board
Leslie Aller
Tabor
Father Barry
M. O'D. Barry
Immaculate Conception
Butte
New York City
Irene
Glenara
Limerick
New York
Baltic
Liverpool
Ireland
Dixie
Yester
Philadelphia Telegraph
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Ansonia Theater
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AL Watt
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Kayser
Doeskr
Vo Price
Montana
Athletic Union
Women
Dresden
Amer Furs
Cornelis
Aspe
Ourth
Georgette Seys
Dolmans
Passport Department
Congress
Passport Department of Immigration Service
Federal Building
Immigration Office
Helena
Tacoma
Houston Post
Life
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