Bennie Stramowski reports body found in water near dock
A man named Bennie Stramowski at M7 street reported seeing a body in the water near the Kile Company dock at about 6 59 am. Deputy Coroner Downs and others investigated a possible cause of death while residents recalled his recent conversations. authorities listed no clear evidence of suicide or foul play. A gold watch, a church fair prize, and other local items appeared in notes about separate community happenings and legal actions regarding speed limits and motor vehicle regulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bennie Stramowski
Kile Company
Evenson
Httle Bena
Ioles
Died in thin city notices for August services
A series of brief death notices from various towns invites attendances. Cornwell aged 177 months. Perry Curtis aged 49. a widow of Edward P Jackson. Bridget widow of Bernard. each notice specifies dates, locations, and church or cemetery services with minimal detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thin City
Ry KR. Cornwell
Mre
F. W. Snow
Avenue
Mountain Grove Cement
Southport
Conn
Ee Perry Curtis
Trinity Church
Mt Omi
Wvanston
Edward Pare
HL Jackson
North Ave
Chicopee Walle
Newtown
Bridget
Bernard
St. Rose Church
Lsb
Aldermen Debate Streetcar Reforms and Fare Ideas
Bridgeport officials discuss streetcar changes as the city relies on mass transit every two days. Alderman Bullard questions car size for streets while Supt. Chapman cites new car orders. Mayor Lee asks about pay as you enter cars used in New York. Chapman notes preference against open cars in summer and mentions gauge increases to ease entry. Giddines and others oppose the proposal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sage
Alderman Bullard
Supt
Chapman
Lee
New York City
Bridgeport
Man on the Box Pleases Poll Audience in Dramatic Run
The Poll Stock company presented The Man on the Box with strong performances led by John Ince as Bob Warburton. Betty Annesley, Colonel Annesley, and a cast including Brigham Royce, Al Perry, M. H. Harriman, and Frances Brandt drew praise for wit and stage presence in a lively period drama of escapades, mistaken identities, and a Washington setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poll Stock Company
Bob Warburton
Betty Annesley
Bob
New York
Hetty
Annesley
Warburton
Holland House
Kar Runsian
Hob
Washington
Nancy Warburton
Charles Henderson
Johu
Fn Fair
Conway
Miss Annesiey
Ee Bob
Osborne
Henderson
Biss Annesley
Lespens
Aninesley
James “Osborne
Ion
John Ince
Mr. Ince
Brigham Royce
al| Perry
M. H. Harriman
Count Karloff
Annasey
Perry
James K. Hackett
Denver
Hargiman
Tre Goers
Smith's
Hammond Dalley
Real
Journaleen
Thomas Williams
Magistrate Watts
Mr. Williams
Scott Sigging
Frank Raleigh
O/Bten
Emile Collins
Anthony DeMott
Mabel Montgomery
Frances Brandt
Jessie Pringle
Ae Cora
Ae Cora, the Maid, Hedass
Patty Allison
Miss Warburton
Miss Manion
Mudazone Henderson
State Firemen at New London
Special from United Press. New London hosts the State Firemen’s Association as about 150 delegates attend Elk’s Hall. Mayor Armstrong welcomes, J. H. Hayes responds. Officers to be elected this afternoon after a chiefs’ meeting and noon banquet. Quigley of Hartford and Madden of Bridgeport die after illness at fires. Committee on credentials named. organization reported flourishing with 252 members. Finances show a balance and receipts totaling $7,060.20 with expenses and remaining funds noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
New London
State Firemen's Association
Elk's Hall
Armstrong
J. H. Hayes
Chiefs’ Association
John
Hayes
Ernest M. Quigley
Hartford
Georges Madden
Bridgeport
George W. Bogardus
Norwalk
Edward P. McGowan
Watertown
Walter R. Brockett
Waterbury
Treasa
Samuel C. Snagg
State Tax Bill Next Passes Senate Resolution
The State Senate approved a resolution authorizing the Governor to appoint a commission to investigate oyster property taxation with three commissioners and a $10,000 appropriation. The tax resolution is set as the order of the day for tomorrow, and an appropriation to reporters was also passed before adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Senate
Senate
Arrest Expected Today in Rochester Murder Case
Rochester police expect a suspect to be arrested today in the case of Anna Schumacher, the 27 year old found strangled at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. A couple identified a skirt worn by the victim, and investigators searched the grave area for a locating clue while a $3,500 reward was posted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Rochester
Anna Schumacher
Holy Sepulchre
Miss Schumacher
Gillette
Would-Be suicide victim sent to Home for six months
Elizabeth Smith, who attempted suicide Saturday night at a local dock, was today taken to the House of the Good Shepherd in Hartford where she will remain for the next six months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Smith
House of the Good Shepherd
Hartford
Edward Burroughs Faces Lobster License Charge
Edward Burroughs was charged with lobster fishing without a license. The case was continued today until Smith made the arrest. Bonds were fixed at $100.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Burroughs
Smith
Fire Outbreak Sparks Panic Near Fourth Street
Children built a small fire in a clump of Disskberry bushes at 72 Fourth Street this afternoon. The flames neared the garage of Nellis Newsdealer at 76 Fourth Street before an excavation at Fairfield Avenue and Middle Street halted the spread. An old woman fainted but quickly recovered after the scare as onlookers watched a wagon and nearby activity unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Street
Gismernis
Nellis Newsdealer
Shoeniden
Fourth Nored
Fairfield Avenue
Middle Street
Potter’s Huntington Exeles
Delver Connors
Nanies Jfright
American print works offers new cotton patterns at bargain prices
A remarkable collection of two printed cottons from the American Print Works claims to be the largest and most progressive in the world. It features patterns never before shown to consumers, bold black and white blends, fast color fabrics that won’t fade with washing or sun. Sold at less than regular price at 5¢ and 7¢ per yard, on the main floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Checks Fail To Pass In Augured Fraud Case
Danielson officers issue notices seeking Jason Atwood after a man used checks to pay for goods for Krupp Gun Works of Germany. Checks drawn on Philadelphia firms exceeded material value, receiver returned all but goods and money totaling about 275 dollars. A farmer lost about 100 dollars and the merchant about 75 beyond returned payments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Rector's body found floating near Plymouth church
New London reports the body of Rev. Howard Le Mitchell rector of the Plymouth Episcopal church was recovered today after he and Clarence Blakeslee went missing on August 3. The discovery occurred off Fort Wright under moonlit conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
New London
Howard le Mitchell
Episcopal Church
Plymouth
Clarence Blakeslee
Fort Wright
Moon
Firemen Attend State Gathering in New London
Engine company members listed for the State Firemen’s convention in New London include William Dailey William Leubscher Captain Edward Madden Captain Joan Walsh Frank Doty Thomas Lee Broderick Maurice Reilly and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New London
William Dailey
William Leubscher
Edward Madden
Joan Walsh
Frank Doty
Thomas Lee
Broderick
Maurice Reilly
Deputy Coroner Performs First Work in Murder Case
A hearing held last week in the Giovanni cone murder case near July 27 in ss bury west, with Henry C. Stevenson acting as deputy coroner for the first time since his elevation. The deceased man's family attended as the coroner and others prepared to testify at the dead man's house where the fatal shots were fired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giovanni Cone
Ssbury West
Henry C. Stevenson
Wilson
Corporations Triumph Spars Over Whiton Bill In Connecticut
In a tense session Representative Chandler appeals to the minority as a split ensues over the Whiton bill. The House ultimately votes 167 to 112 against the Whiton amendment, with leaders and speakers from New Haven and Roxbury arguing for or against the Barnum bill and other corporate measures. Coroner Wilson also reports receiving a private letter from Ansonia about his daughter Susie Fener, who died by suicide, detailing troubling family matters and blaming Howard Baxter before exoneration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banks
Whiton
Chandler
Rocky Hill
Tapon
New York
Connecticut
Marsden
Barnes
Loos
New Haven
Higgins
Winsted
Johnson
Newtown
House
Bingham
Naugatuck
Bishop
Humphrey
Roxbury
Hanks
Red Call
Clifford B. Wilson
John Fener
Ansonia
Susie Fener
Howard Baxter
Ax Ft
Baxter
Bridgeport Men Honored By Sons Of St George
Danbury August 1 The 31st annual convention of the Lodge of the Sons of St George is under way with about 100eae in attendance from 21 lodges in the state. J W Smith of Bridgeport presided over the event as delegates gathered for a banquet in the afternoon. Officers elected include President F W Biliet Rockville vice president A Croft Torrington secretary R Martin Bridgeport treasurer W N Coply Torrington assistant secretary Beab Waterbury messenger F J Lynes Meriden chaplain William Harrison Torrington assistant messenger W G
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danbury
Lodge of the Sons of St. George
J. W. Smith
Bridgeport
F. W. Biliot
Rockville
A. Croft
Torrington
R. Martin
W. N. Coply
Bea ‘Waterbury
F. J. Lynes
Meriden
William Harrison
W. G
Agnes and friends visit aunt and plan trip abroad
Social and personal notes list Agnes and three friends visiting Mrs. Senfora Burtram of Sandy, with Richard H. Broderick of the local board of fire underwriters planning a six trip abroad on business. Miss Kohler trio attend Northfield summer camp, while Mr Lockwood expands the Common Pleas Court office with a private call and new stenographic help. Obituaries note Orville Swift aged 41 and Edward T. Elwell aged 80. Local road oiling praised. Shaw Girl premieres at a park in New York City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard H. Broderick
Board of Fire Underwriters
Deutonic
Memgland
Misses Kohler
Annie Kohler
Liberty Street
Northfield
Mass
Lockwood
Common Pleas Court
N. Lockwood
Orville Swift
Curtis Avenue
Danbury
Forwalk
Railroad
Ermcee
Edward T. Elwell
William Street
Huntington Road
Biltz
Berkshire Bridge
Boston Road
East Mainstreet
Margaret, McKinney
Robert Mr
Cuma
Broadway
New Forks
Katy Did Makes Gallant Cruise Off Canadian Coast
The Mohawk Yacht Club of Montreal reports the crew of the Katy Did, led by William J. Bellty and A.M. B Cook, prepared for a coast cruise starting August 1. They are flying the Canadian flag and plan to begin the return voyage tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmer Fs
Katy
Mohawk Yacht Club
Montreal
William J. Bellty
A.M. B
Cook
Weather Indications For New Haven Area Tonight
Cooler tonight with temperatures easing along the coast after heat. Yesterday’s high reached 95 in Philadelphia. rain from the last days eases in western cotton belt while southern states see abundant showers. In this vicinity expect slightly lower temperatures for two to three days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
S& Degrees
Philadelphia
Washington
Cotton Belt
Early Trial On Homicide Charges Confronts Lockwood
Coroner Clifford F. Wilson recommended drastic action against George J. Lockwood, held on $8,000 bail for the killing of George Johnson in Norwalk. The coroner said manslaughter was found and urged immediate prosecutor action in the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lockwood
Clifford F. Wilson
George Johnson
Norwalk
Wilson
George J. Lockwood
Theatre Prep Underway to Open by October 30
Representatives from Sperry Engineering Company of New Haven and Eastern Bridge Company of Worceninet Laughna met in this city to finalize plans for a new theatre on Main street near Union street. Spitz and Nathanson of Providence have leased the theatre for 15 years, with a readiness target of October 30. A committee had been meeting weeks earlier to study the project and confirm details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sperry Engineering Company
New Haven
Eastern Bridge Company
Worcen
Laughna
Economy jars on display at local exposition
See how Economy jars are used in a public demonstration. Housewives witness exact canning techniques and secure seals as fruits meats and vegetables are shown in the new wide mouth jars. The exhibit touts easy filling and practical advantages for daily use.
Parasol closeout sale near Main street entrance
Women and children's parasols once priced 1.39 to 1.76 are marked to close out at 79c. A day or two of selling should dispose of the remaining stock at this price near the Main street entrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
Glove specials at Loomis store feature silk and chamoisette options
Women can buy silk gloves in 12 and 16 button lengths with double tips, mousquetaire wrist, and available in black white and tan priced 39c to $1. Also offered are chamoisette washable gloves with two clasps for 50c, plus limited sizes and colors.
Shoes for narrow feet go on sale near Fairfield avenue
About 200 men can buy a pair of low shoes here for less than half price. Sizes 5 to 10, widths AA A and B, mostly patent leather. All are $4 shoes and will be sold at $1.90 just inside Fairfield avenue door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield Avenue
Also Mentioned on This Page
On’s Book Shop
Rattle Bennie
Francis Weller
Mire
Thomas Weller
Park
Hev
Father McGreth
Florence
Francis
Mrs
Michael
Surf Avenue
Ash Creek
Steith
New Jersey
N. J
Giamonds
James J. Reynolds
George Riker
A. L. Riker
John 8
Pullman
Hazel
RJ. Casey
Long Branch
Redden
Casey
Stratford Avenue
Ris
Reck & Son
State Firemen
President Hayes
George Madden
Howwlann
Botton Prints
Danielson
Rector
Zarcone
Sons OF ST. George
Agnes
Senfora Burtram
Sandy 00
Ent
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!