Steamer Isabel Sinks After Collision in Long Island Sound
The freighter Isabel struck a submerged wreck or rock off Cow Bay tonight while en route from New York to South Norwalk and sank within ten minutes. Six crew members reached Shipman Point in a small boat, with Captain George Rowland and thirteen others reportedly picked up by passing steamers. The Isabel, owned by Anning J. Smith Transportation Co of South Norwalk, carried general merchandise. The crew included George Brown the second engineer and deckhands Harry Perritt John Smith John Sitchuk John Cunningham and Michael Clark.
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John Smith
John Sitchuk
John Cunningham
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After-Dinner Stories Preview in the Sunday Post
The upcoming Sunday Post promises to feature after-dinner stories that showcase wit and humor from today’s writers. Readers can expect light, quick skits and playful anecdotes aimed at entertaining a broad audience.
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Grey Promises Aid to Balkans in British Policy
In the House of Commons Sir Edward Grey stated that if Bulgaria mobilizes and takes an aggressive stance, Britain will support Bulgaria s Balkan friends with full backing in coordination with allies. He warned that Turkey has been drawn into war by Germany and that Germany intends to subjugate Balkan states, while the Allies aim to advance Balkan national aims without sacrificing independence.
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Britain Emphasizes Balkan Unity Amid War Crisis
In a wartime address, officials stress allied unity and decry disunity. Grey cites Bulgaria's armed neutrality and friendship with Britain, asserting no hostile intent toward Bulgarian interests while warning against aggression. Britain aims for Balkan state independence and union against German disunion tactics.
Fashoda Hero Marchand Wounded By Shell Near Champagne
Paris Sept 28 Brigadier General Marchand famed for Fashoda fame was wounded in the abdomen by shell fragment during French offensive in the Champagne district. His condition is serious. Marchand, noted for leading forces from Congo to Fashoda, has a long wartime record and had recently been promoted to brigadier general after a prior return to service.
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Divorce Sought After 44 Years of Marriage
Mrs. Fannie Lucas of Boston petitions for divorce from Amasa Lucas citing desertion and failure to provide. The couple married in Stoughton on December 31, 1871, and lived in Clanton and Boston.
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Boston
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Stoughton
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Windsor man sentenced for fatal quarrel killing wife
Shall S. Thompson age 22 colored of Windsor killed his wife during a quarrel over trivial household matters at 99 fairs on June 27. He was sentenced to life imprisonment today.
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Shall S. Thompson
Windsor
Grocers Hold Excursions at Maplewood Hotel Event
Sightseeing by motor and scheduled events marked the Boston Retail Grocers Association outing at Maplewood Hotel New Jersey. A special Mt Washington excursion train was chartered for tomorrow. Winners included Dorothy McGovern Edith Giles in the ladies ball throw. E L Miller and A DeWitt Alden won the 100 yard dash. Swanson captained the winning tug of war team. Gavin Woods won shot put with second place to Woods. Milliken Kennon won the ladies running race. Edith Millis and Mrs McGowan were second in the ladies potato race. Hine and John Barry won the three legged race.
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Boston Retail Grocers’ Association
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D. W. McGregor
Dorothy McGovern
Edith Giles
E. L. Miller
A. DeWitt Alden
H. E. Swanson
P. F. Gavin
E. IL. Woods
W. L. Milliken
Florence E. Kennon
Edith Millis
G. E. McGowan
F. S. Hine
John Barry
Innocence Proved Pardons Crocker After Prison Time
Millett W. Crocker of this city left State prison after more than six years a free man. He had been pardoned after his innocence on a charge of criminal assault was established. Crocker was sentenced to 10 to 12 years on May 27, 1999, at age 40.
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Action Picture Teased for Sunday Post Page
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National Theatre Now Boston Hippodrome Opens Season
The Boston Hippodrome will be the new name of the National Theatre on Tremont Street near Berkeley when it reopens for the season with high class attractions to be announced later. The Hippodrome, the largest auditorium of its kind in Boston, will undergo changes to increase attractiveness and comfort. The regular season is expected to begin October 18.
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Boston Hippodrome
National Theatre
Tremont Street
Berkeley
Hippodrome
Boston
How to Save Your Eyes Prescription Ad
An old time advertisement urges readers to save their eyesight using Optona tablets dissolved in warm water and used as an eye bath two to four times daily. It claims the remedy is harmless and could help many who wear glasses avoid further trouble.
Free Sargol Fat-Weight Cure Crowned by Personal Trial
An advertisement promises a free 50c box of Sargol to prove it can fatten emaciated bodies. It claims the treatment makes food nourish, increases weight, and enriches health, boasting testimonials and a coupon offer for immediate trial by mail.
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Sargol Co
Herald Building
Binghamton
N. Y
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