La Follette Opens National Speech Tour for 1912 Campaign
Robert M. La Follette, the progressive Republican, began a national tour from Youngstown and Cleveland, planning speeches in Ohio Indiana and Minnesota. He will address topics including tariff history Supreme Court cases on standard Oil and tobacco trusts federal incorporation labor conservation and banking reforms.
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Merchant Arrested in Britain on Serious Charge
Special from United Press Britain December 27 Soloman Da local merchant was arrested today on a charge of complicity in a night theft case. A key witness reportedly offered $50 to another person who then consulted an attorney, leading to renewed charges against the merchant.
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Labor Leaders Contempt Cases in Federal Hearing
Oral testimony on renewed contempt charges against Samuel Gompers Frank Morrison and John Mitchell AFLCIO officers will be heard by six District Supreme Court justices Saturday. The committee has 70 days total with 30 for respondents and 10 for rebuttal. extension possible.
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Washington
Samuel Gompers
Frank Morrison
John Mitchell
American Federation of Labor
District Supreme Court
Justice Wright
Tax Delinquents In Norwalk Court
Five more personal tax delinquents were brought into Norwalk town court before Judge E. M. Lockwood. Three paid, one discharged, and the fifth, Savatore Scarpello, had his case continued until tomorrow for sentencing after pleading not guilty to the statute violation. He is Italian and could not pay the $2.
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Russian Boycott of U S Products Moves in Duma
Washington confirms Russian Duma action to boycott all American products. Despatch from Ambassador Guild in St Petersburg says Moscow reps initiated the move. Focus on American machinery with aim to sever all commerce after US abrogation of the 1832 treaty.
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Odd Fellows Open House Set For New Year’s Day
Following the custom of former years the I O O F will hold a general reception for members and friends at Odd Fellows building Broad and Cannon streets from 3 PM to 11 PM. Music afternoon and entertainment in both halls evening. Mayor Wilson will speak. Buffet lunch in banquet hall. Committee meets tonight to finalize plans.
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Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Trial Witness Quote
R J Howell of Tracy Ohio testifies his wife suffered severe lung illness described as consumption like case. He says Foley's Honey and Tar Compound gave immediate relief and fewer than three bottles produced a complete cure per the statement by L F Curtis.
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Roosevelt Denounces Post Story as Base Falsehood
Theodore Roosevelt denounces the New York Evening Post as deliberately untruthful and morally oblique over quotes about the Harriman contribution and Sheldon. He claims the paper misquoted him and suppressed portions of an interview to imply he contradicted Sheldon. The exchange marks a third clash between the Post and Roosevelt.
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Lockout Threat Looms Over 160000 Cotton Mill Hands
Manchester dispatch reports a potential lockout of 160000 cotton mill operatives in northeast Lancashire if no settlement is reached today. Weavers at Accrington mill went on strike on December 20 after a worker and spouse refused union membership, prompting district manufacturers to threaten a lockout in protest of alleged union interference.
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Beverly at the Park and The Cat and the Fiddle Shine
Park presents Beverly a McCutcheon adaptation with an all star cast led by Eleanor Woodruff and Hazel Harroun after a Chicago run. Also offered is The Cat and the Fiddle a Carleton Lee Colby musical extravaganza with 40 performers, vibrant scenery, and elaborate illusion sequences. The Kilties male choir to appear Friday and Saturday.
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Shepard King
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Mr. Warfield
Oscar Eagle
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Charles A. Sellon
Carleton Lee Colby
Harry B. Watson
Nelie Waters
Soubrette
Mary Martz
Geo. BE. Wakelig
Lawrence
Otie .Gott
Foley Kidney Pills Offer Quick Relief for Backache and Kidney Troubles
A testimonial from A. Davis of Sonona ale fea, aged 85, praising Foley Kidney Pills for easing severe backaches and frequent urination from kidney and bladder issues. He claims improved sleep and reduced bladder pain after use, endorsing the product as a boon for middle aged and elderly people, especially women.
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Storm moves northeast with rain and colder across region
Forecast from New Haven notes rain or snow widespread east of the Mississippi over the last 24 hours. A western cold wave pushes south, with zero to freezing temps reaching southern Kansas to Louisiana. Atlantic coast stays mild while conditions clear later tonight. Local notes mention Atlas Hotel and a critical tone on Boston politics. Also Mt Holyoke College bans luncheon dumplings and mince pie to aid afternoon classes.
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Poli's holiday bill praised by multiple papers
The Post notes a farsighted Poli policy with extra special holiday bill applause and repeated encores. The Farmer highlights Kate Elinor a big hit with Pepa Tighe & Co. and Lawler Daughters, while The Standard and The Telegram report strong attendance, top acts, and merry crowds with Kate Elinor in The Irregular Army and Work and Over delivering laughs.
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Pepa Tighe & Co
Charles B. Lawler & Daughters
Edwin Connelly
Harry Tighe
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Mob rioting grips Tabriz and Persian upheaval
A telegraph dispatch from Tabriz reports a mob overrunning the governor general's palace and severely beating the deputy governor general Prince Manulla. Flags at the British consulate are torn down. In Teheran Persians face a Russian court martial on charges of firing on Czar troops. Russian soldiers in Persian disguise aid prosecutors against Fidais leaders, with death sentences anticipated for the prisoners. Warnings arise for British Consul Smart near Shiraz after an attack on Indian escort troops, with fears he is slain or captive.
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Shuster to travel via Baku and Batum with Russian escort
A State Department despatch quoted Minister Rus saying Shuster and his family would go through Baku and Batum under Russian escort. It did not specify the other members of Shuster's party.
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Bridgeport Ladies Celebrate New Year Reception and Concert News
Social items note the Bridgeport Ladies Charitable society planning a New Year reception at Mrs. Edmund C Bassick 171 Fairfield Avenue with 1000 invitations. Officers listed include President Mrs George E Somers and Secretary Miss Mary Fitch. A Bridgeport quartet rehearsal promises a fine Stratfield hotel concert on February 18 with soloists Mrs Robert D Martin Miss Alice Esther Smith Miss Norma Lena Weber and Mrs Leala Joel Hulse. The piece also mentions Miss Anna Downs modeling a design for the Delineator. Also covered is A W Burritt company workers pooling Christmas funds to provide meals for the poor and Miss Lottie Eberling receiving a large Christmas gift and husband. The column ends with a Farmer Want Ad teaser.
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Edmund C. Bassick
Fairfield Avenue
George E. Somers
Mary Fitch
F .A. Strong
Bridgeport Ladies
Stratfield Hotel
Bridgeport
Robert D. Martin
Alice Esther Smith
Norma Ilena Weber
Leala Joel Hulse
Leslie E. Vaughn
Silliman Seeks Better Bicycle Law Enforcement
Bridgeport businessman Lewis B. Silliman complains of cyclists riding without lights, says current lights are insufficiently enforced, and asks Superintendent Birmingham to post patrols on State Street and Park Avenue between 4 30 and 6 p m to deter riders. He urges arrests as examples to curb dangerous behavior.
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