Revived interest in Sir Arthur Helps centenary
The piece notes a forthcoming revival of interest in Sir Arthur Helps as England marks the birth centenary. It reviews Helps's life, works, and influence, including his essays on labor, slavery, and colonial governance, his role as editor and preface writer for Queen Victoria's Highlands diary, and his knighthood in 187. It also touches on Chicago’s July 10 1832 steamboat arrival and general Great Lakes shipping history and Scheele’s glycerine discovery 137 years ago.
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Sir Arthur Helps
Ruskin
Sir Arthur
England
Arthur Helps
Surrey
Eton
Oxford
Spring Rice
Baron Monteagle
Lord Morpeth
Earl of Carlisle
Privy Council
King Henry the Second
Catherine Douglas
Helps
Friends In Council
New World
America
Highlands
Chicago
Great Lakes
Scott
Frontenac
Lake Ontario
Canada
Port Arthur
Ont
Karl Wilhelm Scheele
Celsuss
Chevreul
Berthelot
Scheele
Election of Senators and tariff bill shifts in 1913
Thursday July 10 1913 discussion notes direct election of Senators as law for the first time. It reports the Senate Tariff Bill averaging two cents lower than the House bill while Senate amendments would boost annual revenue by about three million dollars. The piece asserts the Senate has changed and public trust may rise as campaigning promises matter more.
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Bers
Senate
Parcel Post Rates Under Fire By Lawmakers
Lawmakers David J. Lewis and George J. Kindell press Postmaster General Burleson to cut parcel post rates. They argue the system earns excessive profits, with over 20 million dollars yearly and two thirds of gross revenue as profit, urging rate reductions and efficiency.
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United States
Uncle Sam
David J. Lewis
Maryland
George J. Kindell
Colorado
Burleson
Patriotic Sacrifices and Washingtons Legacy Recalled
An 1778 Valley Forge era monument is unveiled by Miss Eleanor Wilson. The piece contrasts historic sacrifice with modern patriotism, noting farmers resisting requisitions, Congressional disputes, and a call for justice, opportunity, and civic duty reflected in voting at caucuses.
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Eleanor Wilson
Retree
Washington
Baldwin’s Lacon ic Reply Cites Hartford County Appointments
Governor Baldwin replies to allegations of delaying Democratic appointments. He notes Republican picks such as Highway Commissioner Bennett and Tax Commissioner Corbin in Hartford County. He says he favors minority representation on state boards and hints Spellacy’s stance, while observers link the letter to the race for United States senator and potential Democratic ticket leadership led by Thomas L. Reilly.
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Hartford County
Bennett
Corbin
J. H Hale
Public Utilities Board
George B. Chandler
Compensation Board
Sart Fenn
Fish and Game Commission
Baldwin
New Haven Journal-Courier
Spellacy
United States
Homer S. Cumoree
Thomas L. Reilly
Meriden
Reilly
Bartender Survives Express Collision Near Fairfield Viaduct
Robert Gaynor a city bartender formerly of Philadelphia narrowly escaped death when struck by a New Haven express near the Fairfield avenue viaduct switch tower. He appeared unconscious but revived. emergency exam found a fractured elbow and no serious injuries. He did not require transfer to a larger hospital.
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Robert Gaynor
Philadelphia
New Haven Road
Fairfield Avenue
Gaynor
Krasnye
Discovery Highlights of a Pioneering Chemist
The chemist introduced a new calomel synthesis method and linked sour milk acidity to lactic acid. He identified tungsten as scheelite and discovered prussic acid, initially unaware of its toxicity. Citric, malic, oxalic, and gallic acids were also first described by him.
Commuters Strike Partial Win in Fare Ruling
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that New Haven commuter fares into New York are generally reasonable, but condemned the 25 to 35 mile zone as excessive. Using Riverside at 30.6 miles as a yardstick, a $9.25 fare was deemed appropriate for that band. The ruling cites discrimination in excluding reduced fifty trip family tickets for Connecticut riders.
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Washington
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Interstate Commerce Commission
Connecticut
New York City
Riverside
New York
Pennsylvania Railroad
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
New Haven
Bodine's car in second pedestrian mishap on Middle Street
Street Superintendent A. J. Bodine struck 14 year old Jerome Mandillio of 192 Middle Street with the city car on Middle Street yesterday. The boy was not seriously hurt and an earlier Sept incident involving Bodine led to a $1,000 city claim by Jacob Zeissert of Durham Conn.
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A. J. Bodine
Middle Street
Jerome Mandillio
Bodine
Jacob Zeissert
Durham
Bandsmen Bitter Over Park Board Letter Restrictions
Coast Artillery Corps Band members protest a June letter from George Eames president of the Board of Park Commissioners. It states that concert schedules are not contracts, authorizes changes or cancellations, and requires programs to be approved before performances. The letter also limits publicity and music “plugging” by publishers, sparking debate as bands lose prior favors and press access.
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Coast Artillery Corps
George E. Hames
Board of Park Commissioners
Paul L. Goulding
Park Board
Park Board Committee
Hames
Cooney
Eames
Bridgeport
Leader Goulding
Fort G. H. Wright
Goulding
Mfe. Co
B. F. Cooney
Wheeler & Wilson
Coast Artillery Band
Charlton May Go to Asylum After Extradition
New York July 10 The last legal remedy to block Porter Charlton’s return to Italy for trial in the Lake Como wife killing has been exhausted. An official State Department surrender notice has not yet reached the Italian Consul General. Upon arrival, Italy will be notified and police agents may escort Charlton to Italy. Extradition is a central aim of Italy’s policy for felons seeking refuge abroad. It is believed Charlton will be judged insane and committed to a mental hospital once returned. Mrs. Anderson was late to her wedding due to her own circumstances.
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New York
Porter Charlton
Italy
Lake Como
Department of State
Charlton
Om Charlton
Read Co Store Hours Change In Early History
The D M Read Co established in 1857 ran a single daily closing time, closing at 5 pm on all days except Saturdays when it stayed open until 9 pm. The fragment notes the long standing hours and Saturday extension for shoppers.
New and Stylish Materials for Sport Coats
The article reviews rough wool fabrics like Astrakhan and Chinchilla for sport coats, noting warmth and simple trimming with large buttons. It highlights Colored Wool Astrakhan and Nemo corsets and dresses, summer Batistes, and a Fireless Cooker ranging from $3.50 to $17.50, with room meals and bouillon mentioned.
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Wilhelmina
Surprise wedding minutes apart spark two unions
Two couples wed within hours of each other after a late arrival and a secret marriage. Miss Clara E Schwarm and Ernest H Anderson married just two hours before another ceremony, with Schwarm’s brother learning the surprising news. Local motor cycle enthusiasts from Bridgeport advertise Thor machines and plan cross state tours, while Bethlehem town meeting votes to redirect road funds to extend a trunk line to the town line.
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Clara E. Schwarm
Ernest H. Anderson
Schwarm
Bethlehem
Bethlehem Center
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