Bohemians Honor Jerome of Prague
In wartime Prague and among Bohemians in this county today a 500th anniversary is observed for Jerome of Prague the Bohemian reformer and Huss ally. The account recalls Jerome’s birth circa 1378 education in Prague Oxford and Paris preaching liberal doctrines defending reform and his later recall to Bohemia and martyrdom at Constance in 1416 after a mixed recantation. It notes Bohemians in America supporting freethought publications and warns of divided war loyalties while praising Jerome’s steadfast courage at execution.
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Brandeis Appointment Fueled by Jewish and Elite Opposition
A historical defense of Louis D. Brandeis’s Supreme Court candidacy notes strong Jewish and elite resistance. It argues Brandeis brings necessary progress to a court seen as legislative in function, and cites Senator Brandegee’s opposition and McLean’s contested vote as part of the political battle.
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McLean
Bridgeport Shame Over Warrenite Contract Worth 500000
A Connecticut highway dispute condemns Bridgeport for awarding a $500000 Warrenite pavement contract without bidding. Critics cite higher costs and lack of competition, noting New Haven and New York have rejected similar patented pavements, while Hertford or Bennett bid lower with fair competition and five year guarantees.
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Roosevelt or Hughes as Republican nominee debate intensifies
The piece weighs Hughes against Roosevelt amid a tense Republican scene. Hughes appears strong yet quiet while Roosevelt’s campaign is noisy and publicity driven. The party faces internal weakness, tariff debates, and antithetical views on currency policy, with fate hinging on key party bosses and public sentiment.
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McLean
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Arize Penrose
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False Arrests of Alderman and Labor Leaders
A letter condemns the arrest of Alderman Frederick Cederholm and labor leader George Bowen by order of Mayor Wilson during a free speech action on private property. It argues the move violated the constitution and harmed civic rights, urging redress in the courts. Prosecutor Huxford is praised for highlighting the cases and supporting post injury recourse.
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Frederick Cederholm
George Bowen
Wilson
Connecticut
Huxford
Gazette de France origins and editorial legacy outlined
The Gazette de France began in 1631 under Dr. Renaudot, oldest French newspaper. It introduced foreign news first, domestic last, and earned a printing monopoly before passing to Renaudot's sons after his 1653 death. The title persisted through revolutions, with a brief rename in 1848.
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Richelieu
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Gazette
Nouvelles Ordinaires de Divers Endicots
le Peuple Francais
Battling Nelson Recovering From Appendectomy
Former lightweight champion Battling Nelson underwent appendicitis surgery at a Detroit hospital yesterday and was reported recovering today.
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Detroit
Battling Nelson
Parasols Take Center Stage In Spring Fashion Show
The article promotes new parasols as essential fashion items this season. Describing exotic shapes and styles from stripes to flowers, it notes combinations of parasol and umbrella priced from 3 to 5 dollars. Main floor display and sale attract customers seeking decorative yet functional accessories.
Ostrich Collarettes on Sale at Che D N Read Co
The Becoming Collarette of Ostrich features on sale Saturday morning in the Trimming Section on the main floor. A choice assortment in white black black and white navy Belgium blue and shaded feathers. Prices range from 2.45 to 9.59 with no exchanges or approvals.
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Belgium
Fads in Jewelry Bracelets Highlight Summer Styles
Jewelry ad notes bracelets suited to short sleeves. Sterling silver and gold filled pieces feature jade accents at $1.00, enamel heart and bluebird bangles also $1.00, plain gold filled bangles 75 cents, coat chains for boys $1.00 to $1.75, La Vallieres with daisy pendants 75 cents, all on main floor.
Quacky Doodles and Danny Daddles at Children’s Shop
Quacky Doodles and Danny Daddles, priced at $1.50 each, feature Quacky in a sunbonnet and colorful clothes and Danny in a plug hat with wooden shoes. The items are presented by Junior: The wise, nimble and optimistic Doc. s, advertised on the shop’s second floor with 50 cents.
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La Resista Corsets Offer Spirabone Boning Options
La Resista corsets feature Spirabone boning praised for resilience and easy give. They provide firm support while allowing bending and movement with models priced at 2.50, 3.50, and 5.00.
Styles Come Round In Teacup Times of Hood and Hoop
A compact note on fashion from the lingerie section describing bouffant boned net gowns with featherbone hoops. Three hoops flare at the bottom, suspended from a belt, making skirts hang prettily and light to wear.
Digestive Wheatmeal Biscuit Promoted by Sunshine Bakers
Sunshine bakers introduce a new wholesome Digestive biscuit made from wheat meal. Marketed as suitable for children between meals and an evening snack for elders. Priced at 35 cents per pound and a Special Assorted box of dainty favorites at 29 cents. Item listed in basement section.
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Sunshine
Special Designer Subscriptions Offer and Pattern Section
Special Designer subscriptions registered now for a year at 40c. The Deer with the summer Fashion Book offers a coupon for one free pattern. No subscriptions entered for those holding cards after October first. Pattern Section main floor. Also featured are Over Sunday Candy chocolate mixture 40c per pound, Roman Punch Liquid Cordial chocolate with a sweet break, and Nutted Lunch Biscuits 25c per box.
Jefferson Medical College plan joins Penn in merger talks
Philadelphia June 2 plans for uniting the Jefferson Medical College with the University of Pennsylvania and the Medico Chirurgical College and Hospital were to be disclosed at a Jefferson alumni meeting. The Medico Chirurgical College would become a graduate school of medicine at Penn. Loretta Wakelin case: police probe in Melrose after body found in woods, a schoolbook found by Mayor Adams near the crime site.
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Philadelphia
Jefferson Medical College
University of Pennsylvania
Medico-Chirurgical College and Hospital
Jefferson
Medico- Chirurgical College
Medico-Chirurgical College
Melrose
Mass
State
Eity Police
Loretta Wakelin
Adams
Mayor Wilson’s Silence Order Sparks Constitution Alarm
The mayor ordered police to arrest Bowen and Cederholm, threatening free speech and constitutional liberty. The article faults the mayor for directing the arrests and urges accountability for the actions and their impact on civil rights.
Socialist nominations set in motion across state and nation
The Socialist Party, leading the field in campaigning, has named state and national tickets. Allen L. Benson, editor, seeks president while George Kirkpatrick of New Jersey, a professor and antiwar author, runs for vice president. Connecticut adheres to peacetime policy opposing military training in public schools.
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Allen L. Benson
George Kirkpatrick
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Connecticut
Arranza urged to prove control before U.S. troop withdrawal
The statement argues Arranza must show he can keep Mexican bandits from crossing the border before any withdrawal of United States troops. It adds that, at minimum, he should bring in Villa to the negotiation or settlement.
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United States
Villa
Alling Rubber Store Hose and Bath Sprays Sale
Garden and lawn hose headed by Alling Rubber Store offering large contracts to undersell rivals on guaranteed hose. Prices range from $1.45 to $1.95 for hose and 35c to $3.98 for bath sprays across multiple styles and stores.
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