Host of Hello Girls Bound for Boston
Six hundred telephone operators en route from New York to Boston on a special train. They will receive regular wages plus a $25 bonus, hotel room, and all expenses paid including laundry. Recruited from New York Yonkers Westchester and New Jersey exchanges. About 60 linemen and trouble finders accompany them with 12 monitors as chaperones. Train left Grand Central at 7:65 and due in Boston at 1 this afternoon seven cars in the consist. Company promises protection and sightseeing by rubberneck wagons in Boston.
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Boston
Yonkers
Westchester
New Jersey
Grand Central Station
Betts Ex-Supt Of State Insurance Sentenced To Prison
Frederick A. Betts, former superintendent of Insurance in Connecticut, was sentenced by Justice Seabury in the supreme court to at least two years in Bing Ging prison for grand larceny linked to floating stock of a fictitious real estate firm. Betts, formerly of Hartford, pleaded guilty recently to the crime.
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Mew Fork
Frederick A. Betts
Uniform Bonding Law Recommended For All The Towns
The cities and boroughs committee plans to report a bill enabling towns to issue bonds under a general law instead of seeking Legislature approval for each issue. A hearing on four bills will clarify municipal access to bonds and related controls with favorable reports anticipated for New Haven and Hartford on separate issues.
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Samuel S. Webb
Chester-Hadlyme Ferry
Waterbury
Gaylord Farm
Wildwood Sanitarium
Hartford
New Haven
Fairfield
New London County Court
Wallingford
Putnam Foundry and Manufacturing Company
Judiciary
City Receives Maine Memorial Tablet Design
Bridgeport is among the first to get a Maine Memorial tablet for naval crews. Tablets, designed by Charles Peek and cast from steel from the wrecked Maine, cost about seven dollars. Governor Baldwin sent several appointments to the Senate for four year terms on state boards.
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Bishop Camp
Danbury & Beth Street Railway Fare Hearing
Arguments were made today before the public utilities commission at the capitol regarding a petition by residents of Danbury for a reduction in fares charged by the Danbury and Beth Street Railway Company. The hearing followed claims that fares were higher in the recent week compared with the immediate prior period. Proceedings continued from a hearing in Danbury last week.
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Public Utilities Commission
Capitol
Danbury
Democrats in Caucus on New Tariff Schedules
Washington April 8 Democrats in caucus debated how to steer the tariff bill through Congress. They adjourned to await President Wilsons message and will consider whether to report the measure in full or by schedule. Leaders weigh segregating the sugar schedule and possible floor action after committee reporting.
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Ways and Means
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Senate
Ways and Means Committee
Underwood
Floating Body May Be Frank Finch
A body found floating in the harbor off Keifer street is believed to be Frank Finch who disappeared from his Broad Street home last November. Decomposed remains show a bite serge suit and bicycle clamps, matching Finch. a $100 reward had been offered for information.
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Broad Street
Lenient report on judge bribery charge in Hurley inquiry
Hartford April 8 the return today of Senator Peck enables final drafting of the Hurley bribery inquiry report by the Senatorial committee. It now seems the report may go to the Senate tomorrow. John A Judge, accused of offering a bribe to Senator Hurley, is not expected to be harshly dealt with.
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Counterfeiter Description Secured by Sleuths and Police
Secret service agents assist local police in tracing a $10 counterfeit shower, identifying a man 35 to 40, 5 feet 6 inches, about 165 pounds with a full face and stubby mustache. Victims include Matt Weller and Martin Plukas among others. the note bears Michael Hilligus portrait and plate number B1s890323.
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Martin Plukas
Railroad Avenue
Poli's Theatre
Michael Hilligus
United States
Ivers to Install Stamford Elks At Stamford
A Bridgeport Bridgeport lodge Elks delegation heads to Stamford tomorrow night to install newly elected officers. Joseph C. Ivers acting district deputy to the Grand Exalted Ruler will be the installing dignitary. many past Exalted Rulers from Bridgeport join. A special car will carry the party and 30 to 400 local Elks plan to witness.
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Stamford
Joseph C. Ivers
Bridgeport
Elks
Strike Breakers Fail in Buffalo
The International Railway Co attempted to break a motormen and conductors strike in Buffalo with importing strikebreakers. The move was only partially successful as strikers show conciliatory mood while railway officials stay firm. There was stone throwing as strikebreakers left barns on their first trip and some overhead wires in Black Rock were pulled down.
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Philadelphia Rally Aims to Raise 750000 for YMCA Women
Philadelphia April 8 The Young Women's Christian Association launches a city campaign to raise three quarters of a million dollars for the needs of young women without homes. The drive starts next Tuesday and runs until midnight April 30.
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Young Women’s Christian Association
Pope Pius Suffers Severe Relapse In Rome
Pope Pius suffered a severe relapse with fever and kidney concerns after two lengthy pilgrim visits. Doctors ordered complete repose and no papal audiences as he remained in bed under care. Officials noted influenza relapse with no anxiety, pope improving by evening and rest urged.
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Vatican
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Osservatore Romano
Holy Father
Railroad Seeks Separate Trials in West Port Wreck Case
State's Attorney Judson opposed motions from New Haven railroad officials seeking separate trials and other relief in the West Port wreck case. Homer S. Cummings argued for demurrers and trial separations as to the four accused, with the state to elect counts. Judge Greene allowed filing of motions. arguments continued at press hour as trial set to begin tomorrow.
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New Haven
West Port
Homer S. Cummings
Railroad
Cummings
Greene
Railroad Company
William B. Boardman
Spottswood Bowers
L. J. Nickerson
Harry R. Sherwood
Westport
John J. Phelan
O Sorman Committee to Handle Canal Bill
In Congress the Panama Canal toll repeal bill has reappeared. The measure, to allow American coastwise ships to travel toll free, was referred to the committee now led by Senator O Gorman of New York, who previously opposed the Root proposal.
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Washington
Congress
O'Gorman
New York
Alleged Forger May Go Free As Court Awaits Bond Decision
Detective Peter Hall was sent to Springfield to return John Harte alias John Bolton for trial on forged checks. Harte is held as a fugitive from justice with bonds set for Friday. Authorities say jail inmates have secured influential friends to push for his release and a possible settlement.
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Peter Hall
Springfield
John Harte
John Bolton
Harte
Bomb mystery near cleared in Bridgeport shooting case
State police close in on an Italian speaking suspect in a bomb outrage at Kleinberger doorway. Doctors report injured men improving at St Vincent's Hospital while police tighten grip on underworld figures and potential suspects. Patrols, serum injections, and detailed statements shape the investigation as Kleinberger cooperates and authorities seek decisive action.
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Bridgeport
St. Vincent’s Hospital
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James J. Carmody
John Gallagher
George Arnold
Detective Department
Peter Hall
Lewis
Capt
Arnold
Jacob Kleinberger
Rhleinberger
Guardians of the Peace
Frederick H. Marco
Noble Avenue
Birmingham
Connecticut Ratifies Senatorial Election Amendment
The Connecticut General Assembly approved a constitutional amendment to elect U S Senators by direct vote. The House passed 150 to 77 after discussion. the Senate unanimously supported, with lawmakers noting Connecticut’s historic role in shaping the nation. Leaders forecast a lively two year senate race for Brandegee’s seat amid party debate. The day included plan to extend afternoon or evening sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning in May to speed business.
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McDonough
Brandegee
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Lynch
Waterbury
House of Representatives
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United States Senate
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Roger Sherman
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Bridgeport
Mrs Lund Free On $1500 Bonds In Immorality Case
Mrs Marion Lund charged with inducing a 17 year old girl to ride for immoral purposes was released on bonds of 1500. Bail was posted by Lyman S Catlin after a bond reduction agreed following talks with State's Attorney Judson. Boston attorney Baker, a relative of Lund, arrived with Dora Rogers of Salem and met in the clerk's office.
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Marion Houlihan
Lyman S. Catlin
John J. Cullinan
Judson
Dora Rogers
Salem
Mass
Hubbard L. Baker
Boston
Baker
Lund
Peck Lawyers Attack State Attorney in Plea in Abatement
Stratford judge Charles H. Peck faces disbarment actions as his lawyers DeForest and Klein allege State’s Attorney Stiles Judson is biased and lacks authority to proceed. Judson moves to strike, requesting reprimand of Peck’s counsel. Proceedings stem from irregu lar probate matters in the Perry estate in Stratford.
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Charles H. Peck
Stratford
DeForest & Klein
Peck
Judson
Judge Peck
Shumway
Superior Court
Perry
Fairfield County Bar
C. S. Canfield
Meyer Bride-To-Be Sets Wedding Day For April Twenty Six
Miss Alys Appleton Meyer daughter of George von L Meyer secretary of the navy under Taft will wed Lieut Raymond P Rogers U S N at noon April 26 in St Johns church Miss Helen Taft travels from New Haven to be among bridesmaids Julia Meyer acts as sister attendant Others include Miss Ruth Appleton New York Miss Martha McCook New York Miss Christine Hunnewell Boston Miss Katharine Jennings and Miss Dorothy Williams Washington
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Washington
Alys Appleton Meyer
George von L. Meyer
Martha McCook
New York
Christine Hunnewell
Boston
Katharine Jennings
Dorothy Williams
Supreme Court Session Opens In City
The supreme court of errors convened in this city today with Rev. Geo. M. Brown opening court. The first case heard was the New Haven county matter of James J. Hyland against Harriet S. Crofut, an appeal from last year.
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Supreme Court of Errors
Geo. M. Brown
M. E
James J. Hyland
Harriet S. Crofut
New Haven County
Wilson Delivers First Tariff Revision Message to Congress
President Wilson speaks directly to Congress in an extraordinary session focusing solely on tariff revision. He omits specific rates, calls for eliminating special privileges, and signals broader banking reform. The reading, historic in style, underscores a cooperative approach between executive and legislature.
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Woodrow Wilson
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Ways and Means
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Cuongrom
Wileen
John Adams
Hove
Secret Service
Capitol
Clark
Marshall
Mr. Wilson
M- Self
White House
The
United States
Department of the Government
President Wilson’s Speech Appears In Full on Page 10
The Farmer prints the complete text of President Woodrow Wilson’s speech on page 10. The presentation includes themes of national unity, wartime governance, and future policy directions as delivered to the audience. The feature positions the remarks within ongoing national affairs and public discourse.
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National banks asked to file statements on April 4
Washington April 8 The comptroller of the currency today issued a call for a statement of the condition of all national banks in the United States at the close of business on Friday, April 4.
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Washington
United States
Copper supply short in March stocks drop noted
New York April report from the Copper Producers Association shows a decrease in March stocks to 13,032,926 pounds, down from the previous month, reflecting tighter supply as copper producers adjust inventories.
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New York
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