National Association Seeks to Reform Charity Networks
Francis H. McLean leads a new National Association of Societies for Organizing Charity aiming to standardize efforts, expand local groups, and educate communities on welfare. The effort contrasts with Russell Sage Foundation work, emphasizing building central organization to prevent neglect of widows and dependent families, with field visits and guidance to local societies.
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Francis H. McLean
National Association of Societies For
Survey Press Bureau
Russell Sage Foundation
Founda
Astion
National Association of Societies
National Association
Major General Hodges Dead After Half Century in Army
Washington dec 26 Major General Charles L Hodges veteran of the Civil War era and later a senior army officer died today at his home after a long career rising from the ranks to major general He served in the 65th New York Infantry and saw extensive service through the Civil War and subsequent years with a health decline noted in recent months He was retired a year ago and his death ends a long public service career
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United Press
Washington
Charles L. Hodgee
65Th Newae Infantry
Theodore Hoffman
Iocal
New Milford
Hoffman
W. M. Terry & Co
Brookfield
Conn
Harold
Locomobile Co
Merwin
Wanamaker’s
New York
Adelphian Lodge
LO. O.F
Main Street
Lakeview Cemetery
Relaxation and Concentration in Hindoo Practice Inspired by William James
A 1911 syndicated piece argues for daily quietude and muscle relaxation as antidotes to modern life stress. It cites Hindoo custom of half hour meditation and notes Prof. William James on children moderating voices. It stresses concentration and voluntary relaxation as central educational aims and cites a fatigue example from a woman who learned to ride calmly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William James
North American Press Syndicate
Reward Offered for Arrest of Dog Detractors in Elkins
Elkins West Virginia December 26 John C Davis posted a notice offering a $500 reward for the arrest and conviction or information leading to the arrest of the person allegedly destroying better bred dogs. The call appears in a local pay and is framed as a polite rebuke to townsmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Elkins
W. Va
John C. Davis
Golden Wedding Observed At Brooklawn Home
Mr and Mrs Austin Jennings celebrated their golden wedding at the home of their son Edward A Jennings on Christmas day About 75 relatives and friends attended a 4 to 6 reception The couple were married in Greens Farms 60 years ago and came to Reese in 1891 They have three children and nine grandchildren present Mrs Jennings received a solitaire diamond ring and a new wedding ring A china service and other gifts were exchanged They spend winters in Florida and plan to leave January 11 for the season
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Edward A. Jennings
Brooklawn Avenue
Austin Jennings
Edward A. Erwin M
Jennings
Erwin S. Jennings
Henry A. Jennings
Catherine M
Susan M
B.A. Jennings
Glover
Ellen F
John M
Mabel J
Jarvis
Austin
E. M. Jennings
Florida
Greenwich Robbery Seizes $26 Bank and Jewelry
In Greenwich yesterday the home of Thomas F Howley was robbed of a small bank containing 26 and some jewelry according to a police report filed today. An ad promotes Cyrus Wart remover and local pharmacy items, mentioning cosmetic wart treatment and cleaning solvents with prices and manufacturer details.
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United Press
Greenwich
Thomas F. Howley
Notable Jewish Wedding In Bridgeport At Colonial Hall
Miss Frances Cohen and Robert Weiner wed in a full Jewish ceremony at the Colonial ballroom on Fairfield Avenue. Nearly 300 guests from Bridgeport and beyond attended. reception, dinner, and dancing followed the 6 pm ceremony performed by Rabbi M. Wittenstein. The couple planned to honeymoon and reside in Springfield, Massachusetts.
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New York
M. Wittenstein
Abraham Salkowitz
Hawkins
Finkelstone
Emma
Evelyn
Carrie Cohen
New York City
Gertrude Mendelssohn
Bridgeport
Bertha Kreitzer
Lillian Lichtenstein
Aurelia Weiner
Gilbert Friedman
Sol Kreuger
Harry A. Cohen
David Krause
This City
I. Kreutzer
Morris Tanner
Isadore Alpert
Springfield
Louis Freedman
Detroit
Colonial Express
Washington
Niagara Falls
Harry Lauder Nearly Swamped Crossing Clyde in Small Boat
Comedian Harry Lauder, visiting his ill son in Dunoon, endured a three hour gale crossing the Clyde in a small boat after fishermen failed to reach the shore. He praised the sailors’ skill but said he would not repeat the peril for all his earnings. A liner passed by as onlookers cheered the rescuers.
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London
Harry Lauder
Clyde
Lauder
Dunoon
Manchester
Gourock
Columbia
New York
Dunoan Castle
Deaths Gather for ONeill’s Wife in Bridgeport
A large crowd gathered at Dennis E. O’Neil’s home and St Patrick’s church for the funeral of Mary Catherine O’Neil. A solemn high mass of requiem was sung with Schwidt’s mass and offertory solos. Burial followed at St Michael’s cemetery amid floral tributes and a long cortege.
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Dennis E. O'Neil
Board of Charities
Main Street
St. Patrick's Church
Mary
St. Patrick’s Choir
Schmidt
Father Nihill
Picker
Father Curran
Sadie Dillon
Joseph Wieler
Miss Dillon
Mr. Wieler
John M. Donnelly
J. J. Scanlon
J. F. Brady
Edward Foley
Michael J. Keyes
D. F. Poland
St. Michael's Cemetery
Mary Catherine 5
John Dimon Bradley
Hulls Farms
Southport
Cyrus
Delia Lyons
Terrence Doherty
Lesbia
St. Peter’s Church
T. J. Kelley
John
Margaret Lyons
County Cork
Ireland
Patrick
Rowland Lyons
Boston
B. Murray
Richard Lombard
Augustus Mullen
Bridgeport
Paul Mullen
John Lombard
Patrick Devine
Michael Gorman
Richard Cunningham
Cornelius Conners
Rete
St. Michael's Cemedry
Cormack Kearns
Charles Seltenrich
Orchard Street
St. Charles’ Church
Father Lynch
Patrick Rock
John Callary
Harry McCabe
James Callary
George McCabe
Mary Driscoll
Organ Street
Father Kelley
James Sullivan
John Glenn
Peter Ferdinand
Patrick Conlon
Michael Gaynor
Dorothy J
Gabriel and
Helena Tekin
Colorado Avenue
St. Michael’s Polish R. C
Sterling Street
St. Michael’s Cemtery
Kaufman Offered 20000 for Three Australia Fights
New York dispatch reports Al Kaufman has been offered 20000 by Hugh McIntosh for three bouts in Australia. One would pit him against the Langeford McVey winner, the second a foe chosen by McIntosh, and the third a clash with Jack Johnson for the world heavyweight title.
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United Press
New York
al Kaufman
Hugh McIntosh
Australia
Langeford-McVey
McIntosh
Jack Johnson
McNeil Residence Fire Threatens Home at Fairfield Avenue
A dangerous blaze damaged Archibald McNeil Sr. home at 1000 Fairfield Avenue yesterday afternoon. The bedroom of Roderick McNeil was gutted and flames spread into walls, with contents nearly lost. Firefighters discovered smoke in the hallway and contained the fire after prompt response.
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Archibald McNeil, Sr
Fairfield Avenue
Roderick McNeil
Mr. McNeil
Mrs. McNeil
Roderick
Fire damages room as blaze quickly quenched
Mr McNeil reported a room filled with flacces reaching high, a door slammed by him stopped Scrateyree. auto-chemical crews arrived rapidly and did excellent work. He deemed the blaze origin uncertain but likely cigars. Firemen praised for skilled effort. damage estimated at $1,000 covered by insurance.
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Mr. McNeil
Wes
Taft Commutes Life Sentence Of An Indian Today
The President commuted the life term imposed on W. You, once at Maple after misbehavior, to a 12 year term. Youngblood, now to be free in January 1913, was confined at Leavenworth Prison, Kansas.
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Taft
United Premp
Washington
Mure Gothavior
Youngblood
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