Murderer collapses in the end
Earl Hill, 19, of Oneonta, New York, condemned for the murder of farmer H idridge Davis, collapsed in his death cell and died in the electric chair after eight minutes on the current. He had earlier taunted officials and clung to last appeals as guards carried him to the chamber. Chaplain Herrick and Rev Rosencrantz accompanied him as he cried out in fear and plea during the execution.
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United Press
Auburn
Earl Bill
Oneonts
Hldridge Davis
Hill
Herrick
J. Rosencrant
Bishop Perez and Three Augustine Priests Die in Changsha Riot
Special report from United Press describes peasant uprisings in Changsha and Hunan. Troops loyal to the government arrived from Hankow after rioters burned foreign buildings in Changsha. Bishop Perez and Augustine priests were reportedly killed in a collision between a junk and the British gun boat Thistle. London dispatches note quieter conditions but warn the outbreak may restart.
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United Press
Pekin
Change Shan
Hankow
Thistle
Perez
Augustine
London
Chang Sha
Hunan
Reuters
For
Star the Seader
China
Reac
Weston Reaches Buffalo After 45 Mile Walk
Special from United Press. Buffalo Aprit 18. Edward Payson Weston, aged 72, arrived in Buffalo after a walk of 45 miles from Fredonia since midnight. Preceded by a brass band and police, followed by over 200 admirers, Weston is 16 days ahead of his schedule.
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United Press
Buffalo
Edward Payson Weston
Fredonia
Weston
Poet Convict Admits Himself Of Unsound Mind
Minneapolis April 18 John Carter the poet convict to be released from Stillwater state prison told the warden he believed himself of unsound mind and blamed it on heredity He wrote in the prison Mirror that Bryan would be president three times and Welt would become emperor He spent much time playing the chapel organ and will be released before break.
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United Press
Minneapolis
John Carer
Stiil‘water
Ian Lum
The
Prison Mirror
Bryan
House- Welt
Carter
Bridgeport Harbor Funds Approved in Senate Action
Washington April 18 The harbor improvement provisions for Bridgeport Connecticut were stripped to allow 45000 to be appropriated without local matching funds. Senator Nelson moved the change facing opposition from Senator Burton with strong support from Senators Bulkeley and Brandegee.
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Washington
Bridgeport
Conn
Nelson
Burton
Bulkeley
Brandegee
Mrs A H Forbes Alienation Suit Goes To Hearing
Mrs Ida Rowley sues Mrs A H Forbes for 75000 damages claiming Mrs Forbes used wiles and letters to alienate her husband Ernest Rowley, a Fairfield chauffeur. Default judgment granted while hearing to fix damages, with Mrs Forbes and her husband absent.
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A. H. Forbes
Twain resting more comfortably in Redding
Samuel Clemens also known as Mark Twain showed gentle improvement in bed in Redding Connecticut. Dr. Robert Halsey noted better breathing and more refreshing sleep though slight weakness followed recent sleepless nights. The physician left for New York on the morning train and will monitor the patient remotely before returning.
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United Press
Redding
Conn
Samuel Clemens
Mark Twain
Robert Halsey
New York
Bermuda
Mr. Clemens
Dr. Halsey
Block Pavement Specs Criticized by Wood Preserving Leader
Alexander Reed of United States Wood Preserving Company accuses Otto Klein and City Engineer McKenna of bias in Elm Street pavement matters. Reed states Bridgeport’s standard specs reduce competition, while his preferred form would invite more bidders. The Wood Preserving blocks are withdrawn, and other blocks will be supplied, ending the current test.
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Alexander ‘Reed
United States Wood Preserving Company
Otto K. Klein
Commissioners of Accounts
New York
Ahern
Klein
Permanent Paying Commission
Reed
Elm Street
Bridgeport
McKenna
Chicago
Alfred Beatty Dies of Heart Disease in Stratford
Alfred Beatty, secretary of the Barnum Avenue Improvement Association, died at his home near Bruce's Brook in Stratford yesterday of heart disease. He had worked tirelessly to advance the area, promoted Barnum avenue trolley expansion, and helped defeat Stratford political opposition. He is survived by a widow and two daughters. He was known for forceful letters printed in the Farmer about Barnum avenue improvement.
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Alfred Beatty
Barnum Avenue
Beatty
Coroner Probes Absent Treatment in Scarlet Fever Case
Stamford reports a ten year old boy Edward Jordan died at 6 a m from scarlet fever after two weeks of illness. Mother, a Christian Scientist, refused medical help. Dr C E Rowell and Health Officer T J Biggs diagnosed scarlet fever. Biggs says earlier treatment could have helped. Schools fumigated. a local John Dunn misidentification is noted.
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United Press
Stamford
Edward
E. BP. Jordan
C. E. Rowell
T. J. Biggs
Biges
Bridgeport
Raid on Herman Gang Leader Continues in City Court
Joseph Harold whose 189 Water St resort was raided two weeks earlier faced a city court appearance for keeping a house of ill repute. Bonds set at $300. five women forfeited $20 bail. four men fined $5 and costs, one man found not guilty of frequenting. Police under Sergeant Hazel entered without a warrant, aiming to gather evidence. Harold, also known as Haro, and the Hermans, once Hartford residents, were linked to burglaries. Judges ordered bonds of $50 for peace or 10 days jail, later reduced to a $5 fine and costs.
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Joseph Harold
Water Street
Herman
Harold
Henry Greenstein
Hazel
Water St
C. Zmillingis
Haro
Hermans
Hartford
Foster
Albert Wolter Faces Murder Trial in New York
Albert Wolter, a German youth, is on trial in General Sessions for the murder and arson of Ruth Wheeler. The prosecution claims a swift path to Sing Sing, while the defense hints at an external “evil genius.” A large jury pool is summoned as William B. Kulp and Charles K. Harris become among the first jurors.
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United Press
New York
Jersey
Albert Wojter
Ruth Wheeler
Foster
Court of General Sessions
Sing Sing
Albert Wolter
Wolter
Coney Island
Moss
Walter
Wallace D. Scott
Sioux City
S. D
L. H. Saper
Scott
William B. Kulp
Charles K. Harris
America
Picnics and speeches for July Fourth
Mayor Buckingham plans to join Hartford discussions with Governor Weeks about a safe and sane Independence Day in Connecticut. He endorses a return to the original celebration idea with public gatherings, picnics, patriotic music, and speeches, urging citizens to bring patriotic thought to July 4 and opposing explosives on car tracks or in residential areas.
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Buckingham
Hartford
Weeks
Connecticut
Pugilist Ketchel Fines Auto Violation Paid in Silence
New York April 18 Stanley Ketchel the pugilist was arraigned for violating the automobile fee law and fined five dollars. He paid his fine without a word.
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United Press
New York
Stanley Ee
Pugilist
Municipal ownership boom hits the South in mayor's tour
Bridgeport Mayor Buckingham returned from a nine day trip through thirteen states praising Southern municipal ownership of utilities. He noted New Orleans asphalt savings, Richmond gas works pride, and tree planting policies. The voyage included receptions by Mayor Behrman, a stormy James River crossing, and a birthday aboard the James Town.
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Buckingham
New Orleans
City Hall
Bridgeport
Richmond
Martin Behrman
Behrman
T. F. McNeil
Edinboror
Scotland
Archibald McNeil
J. H. Richardson
Jamestown
Louis Kutscher
Mayor Buckingham to address pavement funding dispute
At the Common Council meeting tonight a special message from Mayor Buckingham will discuss the Fairfield avenue macadam pavement. The state highway commissioner refuses to pay the state quota citing improper construction and the mayor will seek aldermen guidance on possible steps to complete the work to satisfy the commissioner or pursue an alternate course.
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Common Council
Buckingham
Fairfield Avenue
Estate of Mrs Hubbell worth 141000 probate inventory filed
An inventory of the late Louisa M Hubbell widow of Captain John Hubbell was returned to probate court today. The realty was valued at 10000 and personal property at 131063.01 reflecting a total estate of 141000.
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Louisa M
Z Hubbell
John Hubbell
Ball Games Called Off On Cold Wet Grounds
Cincinnati game with Pittsburg postponed due to cold wet grounds. Boston AL opener with Washington also postponed. The notice page includes ads and classifieds for real estate, instruments, jobs, and services from various listings and locations.
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United Press
Cincinnati
Pittsburg
Wealthy Doctor Tracks Local Burglar With Rifle
Robert H. Chambers, 55, a Bridgeport fugitive, burglarized the home of former Park Commissioner Henry Koster at 115 Locust Hill Avenue. Koster, rising from sickness, fired a rifle, held Chambers at gunpoint until police arrived. The governess, a 21 year old, resisted as Chambers assaulted her. she was treated for injuries. Chambers held on $2,500 bail for burglary. Koster was hospitalized in serious condition.
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Robert H. Chambers
Singer Avenue
Bridgeport
Henry Koster
Locuer Hill Avenue
Chambers
Keater
Koster
Mary Kostriak
Loenst Hill Avenue
Negro
Robert Chambers
Hinges Street
Tim Beeker
Willsboroagh
Chambere
Crough
R. R. Trotters
Beall
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Matthews
Fetch Piano Co
Noble Ave
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Pope Mfg. Co
Westfield
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A. J. Benway
Fairfield, Conn
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B. O. A T. Order Tigers
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Toquet Mfg. Co
New York City
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Lincoln Building
Cannon St
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Arch St
Tribune
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City Auction Co
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Eula Ave
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Exceliem
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Waterbury
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Times-Leader
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Wal Ave
Field Avenue
L. Miller
William J, Mead
Heats
Heal Estate and Insurance
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West End
Uwwgoed
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Fairfield Ave
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Yonkers
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