Both Driving Rods Break On New Haven Engine
Thompsonville December 20 The passenger train New Haven reaches here at 9 43 a m had a narrow escape when both driving rods broke as it pulled out of the station One rod dropped to the ground and caught in the tracks raising the rear of the engine derailing The accident happened on a slight grade The train was in charge of Engineer Charlies Whistley New Haven and Conductor W A Haston Hartford Southbound traffic was sent over the northbound tracks.
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Thompsonville
Paesamer Eld
New Haven
Eine
Charlies Whistley
W. A. Haston
Hartford
Funeral notices set for December deaths in city
In this city December 1912 to 1913 several funeral notices list deceased individuals including Joseph Hellmann age 30 4 months 16 days of 405 Benham Avenue burial via St Josephs Rghareh and family arrangements. Katherine Raymond died December 1912 funeral from sister Mary E Melious Broad Street then New Haven interment in Connecticut. Annie Downing death December 29 1913 funeral from 36 Meadow Street St Patrick's church interment St Michael's cemetery. Charles H Beardsley aged 34 funeral January 1 1913 from 316 Madison Avenue and St Patrick's church. Ellen Kennedy widow of Patrick Kennedy of 376 Broad Street funeral December 31 8:30 a.m. from First Church 9 a.m. St Michael's Cemetery St Michael's Cemetery noted.
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Joseph Hellmann
Benham Avenue
St. Joseph's
Raymond
Katherine Raymond
fFriends
St. Patrick’s Church
Stt. Michael's Cemetery
New
Charles H. Beardsley
Madison Avenue
St. Patrick's Church
Brennedy
Ellen
Patrick Kennedy
Broad Street
St Michael's Cemetery
Pomeroy Makes Yet Another Escape Try at Charlestown Prison
Jesse Pomeroy, famed inmate in solitary at Charlestown, attempted to escape again between 10 last night and dawn. Guards found two sawed bars in his cell, while Warden Bridges suspects a signaling system with a fellow prisoner through shop workers, possibly via taps in walking.
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Boston
Jesse Pomeroy
America
Cherry Hill
Charlestown
Pomeroy
Bridges
Obituary notices and deaths across the city
Obituaries report deaths at various local addresses including Mrs. Johanna Downing of 36 Meadow Street and Charles H. Beardsley of 315 Madison Avenue. Other notices list Joseph Hellman, M. Wales Graves, George W. Stevens, Hannah Banks, James Baker, and a New York bulldog Blum credited with rescues. Surviving relatives are named. Funeral details and affiliations with churches and orders noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles H. Beardsley
Crane Valve Co
Madison Avenue
Fred
Charles Doucette
Fred Mills
Shelton
William Dinan
California
New York
Blum
Madison Street Station
Almanac and Diary Arrive at Kerrson’s Book Shop
New Year needs met with Middletrooks Dayball Beckwith Almanacs and World Almanac. Kerrson’s Book Shop at 986 988 Main Street stocks large assortment including diaries and card inflexes for the New Year.
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Ark
3Kerson
Main Street
Goodsell Urges South Avenue Bridge to Pembroke Street
Hon Zalmon Goodsell backs a South Avenue to Pembroke Street bridge to ease congestion and speed trucking between the West End and East End. He argues the plan would relieve pressure on Water Street, cut delays for merchants, and support future city growth, contrasting it with a State Street bridge.
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Zalmon Goodsell
State, Street
Fairfield Avenue
South Avenue
Pembroke Street
Board of Aldermen
East Main St
East Main Street
Harbor
Water Street
East End
Stratford Avenue
State Street
Seaside Park
Bridgeport
West End
South Avenue Bridge
United States
Plans filed for 37 story Equitable replacement in New York
Plans for a new 37 story building rise on the Equitable site after the burned structure. The project costs around 14 million dollars on a 13.5 million dollar site sale and spans an entire block with two ground floor arcades. It will offer 1,100,000 square feet, 46 public elevators, and private elevators for multi floor tenants.
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New York
Equitable
Miller Sues Bellamore Armored Co for 1500 Damages
Harry D. Miller sues Bellamore Armored Car & Equipment Co claiming 1500 in damages. He says he was hired as a salesman with a ten percent commission on all orders he generated and asserts he secured orders totaling 23 307.55 with commissions paid on 14 135.35 by Receiver J. T. King.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry D. Miller
Bellamore Armored Car & Equipment Co
Miller
J. T. King
Strike Vote Looms As Thousands Involved In Labor Action
Nearly 3,500 men are involved and if two thirds declare in favor, the grand lodge will order the men to leave work. Building commissioners will not meet at the usual time on New Year's Eve and will gather at 2 PM tomorrow afternoon.
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Grand Lodge
Fifteen Year Old Charged With Stealing Gloves for Gifts
John Kennedy a fifteen year old messenger admitted stealing two pairs of gloves to give as Christmas gifts to his mother and father. A three month sentence was imposed by the police court.
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John Kennedy
Secret strike vote taken by New Haven railroad clerks
Boston reports that New York New Haven Hartford clerks have cast secret strike ballots. Ballots will be counted Thursday night across the system amid simmering labor tensions with the Brotherhood Railroad Clerks locally in multiple cities and towns.
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KEW Haven Railroad
Boston
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Brotherhood Railroad
Bridgeport Trust and Federal Trusts Merge in City Banking Shift
The Federal Trust Company and Bridgeport Trust Company consolidate to form The Bridgeport Trust Co with capital and surplus of 785000. New directors include DeVer H. Warner C Barnum Seeley Robert S. Hincks Waldo C. Bryant and Nathaniel W. Bishop. Surplus rises to 285000 and capital to 500000. Later increases awaited to suit a larger institution.
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Federal Trust Company
Bridgeport Trust Co
Federal Trust Co
Bridgeport Trust Company
Bridgeport
Pineport Trust Co
Connecticut
DeVer H. Warner
C. Barnum Seeley
Robert S. Hincks
Waldo C. Bryant
Nathaniel W. Bishop
Bridgeport ‘Trust Leanue
Peace Envoys Adjourn Without Agreement at Conference
London December 30. Turkish and Balkan delegates failed to reach agreement as the peace conference adjourned this afternoon until Wednesday. The session lasted a little over an hour.
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London
Wilson Confers With Prominent Democrats Today
President elect Woodrow Wilson returns to the capitol and meets with J Hamilton Lewis Senator John Sharp Williams and Senator George E Chamberlain. Lewis says Democrats likely to control Illinois legislature securing vacancies caused by Lorimer removal and McCullom defeat.
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Trenton
Woodrow Wilson
Capitol
J. Hamilton Lewis
Illinois
United States
John Sharp Williams
D . Misciasippi
George E. Chamberlain
Oregon
Lewis
Lorimer
McCullom
Estelle Pritchard Admits Hurling Baby Into River
In Stamford an inquest heard Estelle Pritchard also known as Estelle Strange confess she threw her three week old infant onto the ice of the Rip Town River where it was later found dead. She claimed no intent to kill, saying the baby was sick and frothing at the mouth. The coroner ordered an autopsy and she is held without bail.
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Stamford
Estelle Pritchard
Estelle Strange
Phelan
Rippowam
Long Island
Mystic Seeks Justice After Indecent Assault Arrests
Mystic Connecticut December 30 reports the seventh arrest of Philip J Batten for indecent assault on Leah Barraclough. Batten, a social figure and Knights of Pythias commander, is a Mason and Red Man and was released on 1500 bond for Groton town court Thursday. State Policemen Jackson and Downey made the arrest. A Holy Eucharist celebration will be held at Church of Nativity North Bridgeport starting midnight December 31 with Rev Howard LeField as celebrant and a North Bridgeport terminal carback after services.
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Mystic
Conn
Philip J. Batten
Batten
The
Knights of Pythias
Leah Barraclough
Groton
Jackson and Downey
Church of Nativity
North Bridgeport
Trinity Church
Howard LeField
Blanket Sale Listing Highlights House Samples and Savings
A sales note promotes house sample blankets for winter, detailing a wide range from cotton to pure wool at discount prices. It emphasizes value, warmth, and finish, with examples like tan cotton, gray wool blends, and white silk bound options. Main floor rear.
Yorke Shirts Offer Special Prices for Men
Mr Good dresser seeks comfort and style in Yorke shirts praised for fit and finish. A special lot of Yorke shirts, normally 1.50 to 2 dollars, is offered at 1.20 to 1.65 dollars to quickly move stock and win new buyers. Limited sizes and patterns available near Malin street.
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Yorke
White Muslin Undergarments Go On Sale At Lower Prices
White savings promote now in progress with white muslin undergarments designed for women of discernment. Embroideries and patterns in plain to fancy checks appeal to all ages, including children. Each garment and yard of fabric priced below regular price, highlighting value and selection.
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ITH Mohican Company
Golden Hill Street
N. H
James Horan
John Beck & Son
Hughes & Chapman
Stratford
Lifer
Johanna Downing
Meadow Street
Downing
Mary Boland
Ellen Wraher
City
John
New York City
Joseph Hellman
Monumental Bronze Co
St. Vincent’s Hospital
St. Joseph's R. C. Church
Sick Benefit Society
Anton
Barbara Hellman
Anton Wagner
Mary Hellman
M. Wales Graves
Stillman Street
Graves
Vernon Lodge of Masons
Belchertown
Mass
Morgan Millar
George W.stevens
George S. Shepherd
Randall Avenue
Park Cemetery
Hannah E
Bradley Banks
Bridgeport Hospital
Banks
Bishop's Mortuary Chapel
George J. Banks
Westport
James Baker
Elm City
Lakeview Cemetery
MR. Goodsell
South Ave
ITA
Bellamore GO
Building Commissioners
Cl Raneasy
Wm. R. Winn
Stratford Ave
Bridgeport Trust and
Federal Trust Companies Combine
Wilson
Howland
Worth & Price
LGU
Viazabels
Ite Colton
White Savings
Sale
Howland Dry Goods CO
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