Bishop Nilan to celebrate pontifical mass at St Patrick's
Bishop John Joseph Nilan of Hartford will celebrate a pontifical mass at St Patrick's Church on Sunday November 9 during the dedication ceremonies of the new edifice. Attendance is expected to include Archbishop James J. Keane of Dubuque and other notable church leaders, with Keane delivering the dedication sermon after the pontifical mass.
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John Joseph Nilan
Diocese of
Hartford
St Patrick's Church
Nilan
Saas
Archishop
James J. Keene
Dubuque
Archhishop Henne
America
James B. Nill
St. Patrick’s Church
Bridgeport
Montreal
Keane
Feve Bean
Fine of 50 Dollars for Motorist Caught by Judge Coughlin
A motorist faced a $50 fine after Judge Coughlin noted speeding at 25 mph through the town and toward Black Rock. The case, brought by Seret O Connell of the police force, centered on reckless driving with no serious injuries reported.
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Coughlin
Automobilist
Seret
O'Connell
Lopelies
R .Thomas Coughlin
Dodd
Black Rock
Firebug torches county fair buildings in Ontario blaze
London Ontario dated Aug 23 a firebug used a torch to burn five Western Fair structures within an hour. Officials report the explosion tied facilities including the main stable, dining hall, transportation building, and machinery sheds, all linked to the county explosion. Losses are being tallied.
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London
Armor Plate Plant Bill Aims to Break Trust Control
A bill proposes spending about 00,000 for a government armor plate plant to be run by the Navy. The creator argues the move will break the trusts that control armor plate supply in the country.
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Bill
Armor Plate
Representa Po Art of
Pennsylvania
Fire devastates Corbin area landmarks and hotels
A blaze on August 29 in Corbin caused extensive damage to two hotels and a residential building, with losses estimated around $250,000. Local authorities investigate the fire as a major incident affecting multiple downtown structures.
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Corbin
Fairfield Scandal Heard In Town Court
Fairfield, Aug. 29. Everett R. Sherwood, twelve, was committed to the Norwalk county home for children after testimony by Miss Theodora Wheeler and others about neglect and drink abuse in the Sherwood home. The boy said he liked drinking. his mother accused his father of encouraging it. seven children in the family were mentioned in the hearing.
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Everett R. Sherwood
Andrew Sherwood
Hollsma Hill
Norwalk
Bacon Wakeman
Theodora Wheeler
Samuel H. Wheeler
Everett
Miss Wheeler
Sherwoods
Wilson Death Echoes Dunigan in Milford Tragedy
J Reid Wilson, 26, Ansonia mechanic formerly from Seymour, was retrieved from Walnut Beach Milford with a face downward, likely from heart trouble, after witnesses saw him collapse while wading. His death mirrors the Dunigan case near East Bridgeport. His widow and six week old child survive. his father Hon Thomas Wilson of Seymour, a General Assembly member, lies critically ill with diabetes. They are awaiting notice of the tragedy. The body was moved to Theoron Fords Co's Milford undertakers and later to W L Ward & Co of Seymour.
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Ansonia
Walnut Beach
Milford
Thomas A. Dunigan
Seymour
Griffin Hospital
Derby
Wilson
J. Wire
Rourke
Theoron Fords Co S
Boday
W. L. Ward& Co
Bryan Lectures in Boyertown Pa Today
Secretary Bryan left Washington for Boyertown Pa to deliver a late afternoon lecture and will speak at Kennett Square Pa tonight before returning tomorrow morning The dispatch notes Castro and Cipol notables in a brief political aside but the main item is Bryan's campus lecture itinerary
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Bryan
Boyertown
Kennett Square
Thompson Bail Granted In Thaw Escort Case
In Sherbrooke Quebec on August 29 Roger Thompson the New York chauffeur who helped escort Harry K Thaw from Matteawan walked free on $500 bail. He faces charges of aiding an undesirable alien to enter the dominion and entering Canada by stealth as investigators press the immigration case. The Thaw matter drew a packed court, with officials from New York seeking Thaw’s return to Matteawan and Thaw’s lawyers aiding Thompson’s defense as proceedings adjourned to September 3.
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Que
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New York
Harry K. Thaw
Matteawan
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Thaw
Dominion
F. Campbell
Immigration Department
Thompson
Canada
Louis St Laureate
William Travers Jerome
Conger
Duchess County
Franklin Kennedy
King's Bench
Stanford White
Jerome
Quebec
Kennedy
Wiliam Trivers Jerome
Generast Lomer Gouin
Canadian
Rogers
Toronto
Whaw
Louis St
White
Montreal
Mulvena
M. Campbell
Honduras Accepts Bryan Peace Plan Details
Honduras today became the fifth country to accept the details of Secretary Bryan's peace plan. Washington reports the acceptance marks a step toward curbing regional tensions and advancing mediation efforts coordinated by the United States.
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Honduras
Bryan
Washington
Wilson Receives German Olympic Games Visitors
President Wilson had no engagements today and welcomed a four member imperial German Olympic commission to the White House. The visitors, appointed by Emperor William, are touring the United States to study American athletics in preparation for the 1916 Berlin Olympic Games.
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Washington
Wilson
White House
William
Germany
Hartwell Plans New Home on North Avenue
A deed filed transfers a North Avenue lot from Harvey and Ruth A. Harding to Hattie Miller Hartwell, wife of Walter L Hartwell, for a planned two home site between Iranistan Avenue and Norman Street. A quit claim releases Capitol Avenue frontage to William J. Nicholz and Adolf Sherman.
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Harvey
Ruth A. Harding
North Avenue
Hattie Miller Hartwell
Walter L Hartwell
Iranistan Avenue
Norman Street
Huerta Receives Kiss of Friendship Amid Peace Hopes
An image shows Mexican President Huerta receiving a kiss of friendship as hopes rise for peace with Venustiano Carranza. The scene references President Wilson’s recent Congress message urging reconciliation and a possible end to the Mexican turmoil.
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Huerta
Garranza
Settlement of Wheeler Beers Estate Through $25,000 Payment
Bridgeport sources report the Wheeler Beers estate has been settled after years of litigation. Attorney Lavery secured a $25,000 mortgage from Bridgeport Trust Co to satisfy the Marsh judgment, allowing real estate valued around $35,000 to be divided between Mrs Beers and her children. The case, tied to city hall remodeling disputes and Beers lease issues, is noted as one of Connecticut’s most famous probate battles.
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Wheeler Beers
Main Street
Hugh J. Lavery
Laurence Finklestone
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Frank W. Beers
Bridgeport
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Lavery
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Beeers
Widespread Storm Damage Across State Hits Homes and Farms
Across Thompsonville and neighboring towns a severe electrical storm caused extensive damage. Buildings, barns, and a church spire were struck by lightning, with fires and substantial losses reported. One hay barn burned with 25 tons of hay, losses around 2,500 dollars, and a farm hand suffered a serious knee injury when a tree was struck as a wagon passed.
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Conn
Hazardville
Methodist Episcopal Church
Somersville Manufacturing Company
Watertown
Woodbury
Ellsworth Atwood
Minortown
Atwood
West Woodstock
Henry Crapo
Crapo
Shorter Chicago weddings noted by Dame from She
A concise item states Chicago women now take shorter wedding trips than in the past, yet they take them more often. The remark appears attributed to a Dame in She.
Is Warrenite pavement permanent or a macadam repair
Residents of Connecticut avenue question whether Warrenite laid for state highway work is permanent pavement or only a top dressing. Mayor Wilson insists it is permanent pavement and that property owners will be assessed for the full width. critics argue the material may be non permanent and should be funded by general assessments like water bound macadam, citing hardship for poor residents and a public hearing in the City Council Chamber.
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WilSom
the Common Council
Warrenita
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Wilson
Parsons
Cullinan
Bridgeport Business College Announces Sixth Year Start
The Bridgeport Business College proclaims every graduate employed as it opens its sixth year on Tuesday September 9 for both day and evening sessions. Located in the Court Exchange building opposite City Hall, the school boasts experienced teachers and a model business education, though it does not guarantee positions.
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Bridgeport Business College
Court Exchange
Envoy Lind Remains in Vera Cruz Amid Mexico Talks
Conflicting dispatches report John Lind abandoning plans to travel to Mexico City and resume negotiations with the Huerta regime. Lind is said to stay in Vera Cruz while Washington weighs orders as military authorities in the region prepare for possible action and coordination with other departments.
Hale Departs Washington to Aid Mexico Negotiations
August 23. William Shae Hate, aiding John Lind in talks with Huerta’s provisional government, sails on the Ward Line steamship Maco Castle. He plans to return to Washington to brief the station and says President Wilson’s proposal to bar Huerta from the presidential race is central. Hale holds Washington notes, says negotiations continue, and questions how Huerta’s government can resist public sentiment.
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State Department
Washington
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Mexico
Imet Nuehr
Ward Line
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Hale
Harris
Thie Tall
Huerts
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Ington
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Wiles
Huerta
Diaz undecided on prom trip amid Japan plans
General Diex told The Associated Press he has not decided whether to proceed to Japan or return to Mexico, as his presidency nomination prospects and safety concerns influence his movement. He noted travel was interrupted by illness in Canada and disruptions in the Emperor of Japan's family.
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Ann
Gerverel Westeriites
Canada
Xewierdey
Mexico
Japan
Mesos
Hig Tanta
Melon
Italy Praises President Whalon Por Ablt Srayn
A garbled Rome report reflects a cautious appreciation of President Wilson’s leadership and capacity amid diplomatic tensions. The piece notes respectful recognition by Italian officials and comments on U.S. stance toward Mexico and international affairs.
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Whalon Por Ablt Srayn
Medical supplies arrive to fight epidemic in San Antonio
A report from Maniurey notes a shipment of medical drugs has reached San Antonio, taken by Willian Pederic for stamping out the epidemic. Another shipment from Captain Oliver aboard the New Hi in Belve tare th Tore arrived, with orders for Talaprapthie commands to cooperate with Mexico City authorities.
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Maniurey
San Antonio
Willian’ Pederic
Teecen
Cacine
Oliver
Belve
Saltillo Fyre
Comanmientas
Mexico City
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