Causes of revolutionary socialism in Connecticut claims
An editorial argues socialism grows due to public service corporations and lobbyists steering politics. It cites Bridgeport’s water and trolley issues, recalls the workmen's compensation defeat, and urges more honest laws and justice to combat monopolies. It warns that private interests have eroded public trust and alienated voters.
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Connecticut
Peor Ms Trust
Bridgeport
Collier's
Knightly Defender Emerges as Farmer Is Rebuked in Public Debate
The Sunday Herald lauds a knightly defender amid a campaign against a tainted group dubbed the Warner-Lavery-King faction. It praises Coventrys of civic virtue and calls for patient reform, warning that syndicate-backed virtue will not curb rising municipal costs. The piece argues for temperate action toward those advocating public ownership of utilities and public services.
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Sunday Herald
Herald
King
Bunyan
Warner
Lavery
Old Cove and the Trial of Stokes referenced in local piece
A historical note recalls the twelve jurors who acquitted Lillian Graham and Ethel Conrad of a scandalous charge against W. T. Stokes. The piece defends the jurors for choosing justice over vindication of the powerful old cove figure. It frames Stokes as attempting to bend rules in a high profile confrontation between wealth and virtue.
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Seng Jnry
Lillian Graham
Ethel Conrad
W. T. Stokes
Unclear market note hints at January investment surge
An excerpt from a financial column discusses an immense sum of money to be invested in January, signaling improving business conditions in steel and related sectors. It foresees a holiday pause from congressional agitation, predicting a favorable window for market builders amid ongoing market movement.
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Oweeaire & Co
Congress
December stock markets show improving tendencies
The excerpt notes that December closes with substantial stock market improvement and growing hopefulness. It argues there is no fixed time limit on the optimism as long as market conditions continue along the recent improving trend.
Invitations Sold Stir Norfolk Patron to Withdraw Support
Carl Storekel of Norfolk, longtime patron of the Litchfield County Choral Union, says sale of invitations for annual concerts on his grounds must stop or he will withdraw his estimated $15,000 yearly backing. The union’s music committee defends the sale, condemning acts of desecration against memory and hospitality. J Pereval Pollard, author and playwright, died in Baltimore hospital at 42, born in Germany, with Milford, Connecticut as his home. Rome Pope Pius XVI dined with newly created Cardinals, breaking precedent by sharing breakfast with them.
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Winsted
Carl Storekel
Norfolk
Litchfield County Choral Union
Storeke
Storekel
Baltimore
J. Pereival Pollard
Germany
Milford
Conn
Rome
Pius
the Farmer
Holcomb
Boston
Hartford
Judge Holcomb
Lost Wife's Affections Suit Over 2000 Damages
Vincenzo Russi of Stamford sues Vincenzo Lorenti for 2000 damages, claiming his wife Teresa Russi’s affections were enticed away on April 6, causing loss of companionship and distress. Papers filed today in the superior court outline alleged alienation of affections and resulting hardship.
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Stamford
Vincenzo Lorenti
Vincenzo Russi
Teresa Russi
Lorenzi
Russi
Barker Sues Railroad For 2500 Over Smashed Truck
Norwalk man Charles Barker sues N N H and H Railroad Co in superior court for 2500 damages claiming his motor truck driven by a railroad employee was struck and destroyed by a collision. He alleges the engine crew failed to ring bell or blow whistle, causing the accident on August 1.
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Charles Barker
Norwalk
N. ¥.N. H. & H. Railroad Co
Barker Sage
Disappearance Solved In New Haven Case
A telegram from Whitehall, N Y, confirms 17 year old Mary Reilly has married Wilfred Gregory of Lilac Street. The couple are staying with Gregory's aunt. her father verified the telegram. The note follows a period when her parents restricted her friendship with Gregory.
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New Haven
Mary Reilly
Whitehall
Wilfred Gregory
Lilac Street
Gregory
Holcomb
Edith Miles Visits Hartford Brother’s Family
Miss Edith Miles of Hartford spent the weekend in this city with her brother F. T. Miles and his family.
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Edith Miles
Hartford
F. T. Miles
Price Range Noted in Fragmented Ad Text
Fragmentary OCR shows various price figures including $3.00 to $3.59 and $2.75 to $3.25 plus $3.50, but lacks full context or item descriptions. The readable fragments suggest a sale or advertisement with multiple price points without clear product references.
Special on Black Pongee Dresses and Wash Goods
Cotton dress goods are offered in yards and bundles with prices from $1.00 to $2.50. Black Pongee for maids dresses advertised as handsome, comfortable and durable at $2.00 per pattern. Wash Goods Section located on the lower floor with special selections and gift-ready boxes.
Accessories in Fine Leather and Travel Goods Showcased
A gift room display features leather accessories including English pigskin travel cases moired interiors and bottle flasks in sets for medicine perfume and lotions. Pullman aprons in black seal with lavender lining and belt ties. Scarf holders in pigskin or seal maire lined with hanging arm. Also present brush and comb sets military and bridge sets address books and diaries.
Genuine Navajo Rugs and Mats Exhibit Charms Shoppers
The display features Indian Rugs Mats and Pillow Tops in various sizes for rugs covers wall hangings trunk and table covers steamer and motor rugs and versatile uses from yachts to picnics. Lavender Bags and Bayberry Candles are offered in the Gift Room, promising health and prosperity.
Brandeis Attacks Trusts Economies and Prices
Washington reports lawyer Brandeis, before the Senate committee, disputes the alleged economy of monopoly, warns trusts may raise prices and lower quality. He cites derailments, rails, and steel trust profits, arguing the unit under monopoly risks inefficiency and harm to consumers. Danielson notes William Ingalls dies at age seventy-one, a former general assembly member and Civil War veteran in the 26th Connecticut Volunteers.
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C. H. Tavenner
the Farmer
Washington
Louis D. Brandes
Boston
Senate Committee On Interstate and Foreign Commerce
George W. Perri
J. P. Morgan
Stanley Steel
Mr. Brandeis
Senate Committee
Brandeis
Danielson
William Ingalls
General Assembly
Ingalls
Connecticut Volunteers
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