Elliott Speech Versus Directors Actions Criticized
The piece faulted Howard Elliott for not controlling New Haven Company evils. It argues he lacked board cooperation, cites a $2,000,000 commission paid from a trust fund to trustees, questions profits of subsidiaries, and warns dividends may fall unless insiders stop unloading assets. It urges Elliott to seek oversight from the Interstate Commerce Commission on the system of bookkeeping and missing funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Elliott
New Haven
Mr. Elliott
Elliott
Steam Road
New England
Miliott
Iott
Interstate Commerce Commission
Connecticut Fair Opens At Park For Sixth Year
The Connecticut Fair, one of New England's largest exhibitions, runs through Sept. 6 at the Park. Led by president John Lt. Dower and a volunteer corps, the fair promotes Connecticut agriculture and draws multitudes, with roads to and from the fair crowded by visitors during its run.
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New England
Connecticut Fair Association
John Lt. Dower
Dower
Connecticut
Ard
Mr Warner News Sparks Doubts on Senate Candidacy
The item speculates that Mr. Warner may run for U S Senate as a Democrat but doubts the report. It mocks a “double machine” in Bridgeport politics and warns that political machines may consolidate, potentially spawning multiple party brands offering broad trust goods.
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Warner
United States
The African Dodger and a Protest on a Brooklyn Show
A Brooklyn citizen writes to the New York Times denouncing a side show feature that pitches baseballs at the woolly head of a Negro. He calls it barbarous and unfit for civilized countries. Scientific authorities note the Negro's heavy cranium and narrow skull shape, hinting at its influence.
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Brooklyn
N. Y
New York Times
The Black Dodger At Outdoor Festivals
A vivid, era dated note on a Black baseball figure at fairs. The article mocks a player nicknamed the Black Dodger, detailing crowd reactions, a belief in his defensive skull resilience, and the mingled humor and racially charged curiosity of spectators. It discusses crowd dynamics, gender remarks, and ongoing stereotypes.
Comedie Francaise’s 1680 Opening and Korner’s Death
Editorial notes recount the Comedie Francaise founding by Louis XIV after the earlier Moliere era and the 1799 collapse and 1803 restoration under Napoleon. It marks cannon use at Crecy and chronicles Karl Theodor Korner, the Prussian poet-warlord, his death near Wobbelin, and posthumous memorials as Germany mourned on his centenary.
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Comedie Francaise
Paris
Moliere
Palais Royal
French National Theatre
Louis XIV
Louis XV
Napoleon
Korner
Lubelow
Dreikrug
Wobbelin
Germany
Dresden
Freiberg
Leipsic
Vienna
Free Corps
Lutzow
American Colleges Face Snobbery and Democracy Challenge
The article notes concerns about snobbery rising in American colleges and argues for educational democracy. It cites Mr. Johnson’s view on restoring learning ideals and includes a Yale scene from Dink Stover’s career, where colleges resemble social clearing houses. It also records Joseph Taylor Robinson turning from governor to U.S. senator, highlighting his Arkansas roots and education.
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Johnson
Dink Stover
Yale
Joseph Taylor Robinson
Little Rock
Wasiisietes
United States
Arkansas
Lonoke
Ark
Washington
Senate
Jeff Davis
Robinson
University of Arkansas
New Haven Adopts Convention System For City Elections
In New Haven on August 26 the Democratic city convention voted to restore the convention system for city elections, scrapping direct primaries. A protest by Delegate Terrence B. Kelley aimed to block the move, citing a superior court ruling that the convention lacked authority to alter rules. Kelley warned he would pursue the matter in court. The plan emerged after leaders from both parties discussed joint rules, though Republicans signaled difficulty in arranging a direct primary.
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New Haven
Terrence B. Kelley
James E. McGann
David B. Fitzgerald
Rice
Judd
Hay Fever Clan Gathers at Annual Bethlehem Meeting
Bethlehem New Hampshire hosts the fortieth annual convention of the United States Hay Fever Association. President Rev. Guy Roberts leads experience meetings as hundreds of members share sneezing stories and praise Bethlehem as a premier sneezing venue in August. A rival speaker from Dixville Notch is humorously defeated in contention.
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Bethlehem
N. H
Hoeder
Calig
Voinpuk
Guy Roberts
United States
Hay Fever Association
White Mountains
Dixville Notch
Roberts
Burned at Pray in Naugatuck city children burn
In Naugatuck on August 25 two young children suffered severe burns while playing with matches. Eight year old Helen Broderick caught fire at Clift street and was listed in critical condition. Four year old Claire Griffith on South Main street also had clothing ignite but is expected to recover.
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Crecy
France
Edward III
England
Kawarg the
Black Prince
Philip
Henry III
Duke of Gloucester
Cordova
Ines
Naugatuck
Helen Broderick
Clift Street
Claire Griffith
South Main Street
Read Co. 1857 Store Closes Early For Sat Sale
The D M Read Co advertises established business from 1857. It notes daily hours except Saturday closing at 5 o clock with Saturday hours at 9. Remnants of mattings from China and Japan, surplus goods, and a mix of motorist gear. It promotes trunks, rugs, luncheon kits, baskets, bottles, gauntlets, veils, scarves and coats for touring and roadside use.
The Question of Glasses or Goggles in Jewelry Section
Outdoor glasses and spectacles are described as stylish and comfortable with no gargoyle appearance. Lenses range from 2% inches in diameter to smoky, amber, or clear tints. Models include imitation shell frames, velvet-bound wire screens, and hinged nose-pieces with rubber-covered bows. Prices from $1.25 to $5.00.
Great Mid-Week Sale By D M Read Company
Mid week sale advertisement lists August 27 with a varied inventory including dollar percale wrappers and 50 percent to $1.00 pocket knives. It promises a different lot of goods for this sale and emphasizes secured bargains from last sale.
Girl wins permission for dog to enter Yellowstone Park
Eighteen year old Ethel Probst of Parsons Kansas gains Interior Department approval to bring her dog Fannie into Yellowstone National Park after writing to President Wilson. The appeal notes the dog’s age and non harmful nature and follows a personal plea about managing a hotel near the park. The White House response pledges to review the case.
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Parsons, Kan
Kansas
Wilson
Yellowstone National Park
Ethel Probst
Parsons
Department of the Interior
Fannie
Norwalk Forms Citizens Fusion Party for Oct City Election
A new political group named the citizens fusion party forms in Norwalk aiming to consolidate the two major parties. Leading candidates include General Russell Frost for mayor LeRoy Montgomery for city treasurer A M Holman for tax collector and H R Smith for town clerk.
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Norwalk
Norwalks
Citizens’ Fusion Party
Russell Frost
LeRoy Montgomery
A. M. Holm
Manery Confesses in Putnam Pistol Duel Slaying
Joseph Manery, 37, held by State Police after a murder in Putnam, reportedly confessed to Troopers Virelli and Hurley regarding the shooting of Frank Roze during a pistol duel Saturday night. The case centers on the fatal duel and Manery’s latest statement to investigators.
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Roze
Manery
Virelli
Hurley
Hire
Oficers
Corner Bui
Putnam
Joseph Manery
Frank Roze
Virelli and
Rubber Goods HQ Promises Waterproof Goods Line
A bold trade line proclaims Rubber Goods as a headquarters for all needs. It guarantees waterproof products and advertises fruit jar rings priced at 5 to 10 cents per dozen, with a yard rate from 45 cents to $1.50.
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Karl Theodor Korner
Schwerin
Gadebusch
Mecklenburg
Owen Johnson
Stover
Tom Brown
McClure
New York
Dle
New York City
Lawrenceville
N. J
Andary
Florence
Italy
Indiana Steel CO
Elkhorn Fuel CO
Adams Express CO
Galveston Electric CO
Central Arkansas Railway & Light CO
Great Falls Power CO
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific
Hincks Bros. & CO
New York Stock Exchange
State St
Bridgeport, Conn
The
D. M. Read Co
Cts
Motor Car Accessories
Jewelry
D. M. Read. CompAny
Main St. Lt
Fairfield Ave
Yellowstone Park
NEW Party
Citizens
Fusion
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