Blast completes razing of North Church Building
Dynamite finished the razing of the North Congregational church at Bank and Broad streets after weakening the tower footing. At 6 16 this morning charges exploded and the tower fell with a deafening crash. The blast drew hundreds who feared a catastrophe as dust rose and the structure collapsed into brick and masonry. Sweepers cleared fine white dust from sidewalks north of the site.
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North Congregational Church
Bank and
Broad Streets
Braad and
John Streets
Stepney Postmaster Released on Bonds
Stepney, June 2 John T Eastwood postmaster of Stepney arrested yesterday by United States postal inspectors charged with embezzlement of government funds released on bonds of 1000 returned to the town last night Few details on the alleged misappropriation exist but errors in bookkeeping are suspected Eastwood has held the postmaster position about 18 months succeeding W L Penfield who resigned He runs the postoffice with a rural free delivery route from his home Detected rioting reported from Co
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Stepney
John T. Eastwood
United States
Eastwood
W. L.penfield
Russian Pope at Front Conducts Easter Service Under Shellfire
In a rain soaked field near the firing line a Russian Pope led a midnight Easter service beneath a dripping tent. Soldiers and Sisters of Mercy joined in the solemn rite as Austrian rockets illuminated the trench line and artillery carts rumbled past. The Pope blessed the troops and proclaimed Christ has risen amid mud and danger. A separate note reports the Interstate Commerce Commission denying a reopening in an anthracite case. Albany filings show the Manufacturers' Iron & Steel Corporation filing articles of incorporation with capital of $8,000.
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Sisters of Mercy
Order of St. George
Christ
Albany
Manufacturers
Iron & Steel Corporation
Capital
General Trade and Economic Indicators Reflect Slower Yet Steady Growth
The latest trade and financial data show a shift to conservative business practices with April exports at 410 million dollars and imports at 214 million. The favorable March balance reached 196 million, while bank clearings rose to 19 billion across 162 cities. Money in circulation edged down, population up, and corporate financing rose with April building and rail activity mixed by material costs and labor tensions.
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United States
New York Exchange
May plowing and planting progress amid improving conditions
The report shows spring plowing at 70.4 percent complete by May 1 versus 78.3 a year ago and spring planting at 56.7 percent versus 65.3 a year earlier. Labor troubles have eased since last week, traffic is improving, Great Lakes navigation has reopened aiding shippers, and overall business is stabilizing with modest shifts expected Year ahead.
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Great Lakes
Moose Lodge to Initiate 1000 Members in Bridgeport
Bridgeport lodge No. 289 Loyal Order of Moose preaches a grand class initiation at the Casino on State street next Sunday at 1:00 PM to welcome about 1000 new members. Dictator C L Dennis backs plans with full arrangements as Secretary Kiefer handles dues and fees. The event features an orchestra and two speakers followed by refreshments at the Moose club. The state convention is set for June 15-17 with a field day parade expected to draw 10,000 participants led by Grand Marshal Major John J Houlihan.
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Bridgeport Lodge
Loyal Order of Moose
Casino
State Street
C. L. Dennis
Moose Lodge
Moose Club
Dennis
Frederick E. Kiefer
Order
Bridgeport
John J. Houlihan
Program For C A C Band Concert Sunday
The C A C band will perform Sunday June 4 at Seaside Park starting at 3 30 p m The program includes Prelude America March Washington Grays Overture The Beautiful Galatea Die Hydropaten Selection from Princess Pat Idyll by the Suwanee Fantasia on Grand Opera Favorite Patriotic Song Wake Up America and Star Spangled Banner conducted or led by Paul G Goulding D
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Seaside Park
America
March
Washington Grays
Graffulla
von Suppe
Gungl
Princess Pat
Victor Herbert
the Suwanee
Myddleton
Tobani
Glogan
Paul G. Goulding
Bridgeport Elks to Send Delegation to Baltimore Grand Lodge
Bridgeport lodge Elks plan a whist and dance at the Casino on Wednesday with elaborate souvenirs for players. The Bridgeport Elks will march in Baltimore for the grand lodge session, featuring a Wheeler & Wilson band, a large float for accompanying women, three elephants, and Barnum circus ties. Delegates leave Sunday July 9 on a special Pullman train over the Pennsylvania road.
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Bridgeport Lodge of Elks
Baltimore
Grand Lodge
Order
The
Elks’ Baltimore’ Club
Bridgeport Lodge
Casino
State Street
Bridgeport
Barnum’s Town
Bridgeport Elks
Wheeler & Wilson Band
Barnum & Bailey Circus
Bridgeport Iodge
S Bridgeporters
Pennsylvania Road
Elks of
Lodge 36
Won't Try Knapp Until September
Herbert M. Knapp, under arrest for defrauding depositors of Burr & Knapp, says he will repay losses if allowed to continue his plans. He claims some creditors have already been paid and vows to clear his name by paying the full debts. His case will not be called until the September term in criminal superior court.
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Herbert M. Knapp
Burr & Knapp
Stratfield
Knapp
Criminal Superior Court
Naval guns do effective shore work in war effort
Paris reports a naval expert asserts land use of naval guns is deliberate, enabling longer ranges than field artillery due to aircraft. 15 inch guns allegedly from idle Kiel Channel ships were used against Dunkirk and Nancy, favored for range over mortars. Smaller 7 to 8 inch pieces can be rail mounted, while larger calibres need solid foundations. note warns of rising gypsy and tramp traffic this summer.
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Paris
Dunkirk
Nancy
Kiel Canal
Rheumatic Remedy Ad Offers Free Samples and Testimonials
An advertisement for Hills Rheumatic Remedy promises free sample bottles to every rheumatism sufferer. It cites numerous testimonials from U S and international users, claims rapid relief within 24 to 48 hours, and notes the product sells for 1.00 per bottle. It seeks agents and urges widespread advertising.
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Main ST. Stratfield Hotel
Fells Tower
Interstate Commerce Commission
Connecticut National Bank
Soo Canal
Lake Superior
Steel Corporation
Tidewater
Connellsville
Straits Settlements
Transvaal
Bradstreet
Niedlinger
Main ST
LOT NO
Palm Beach
Nirdlinger
Elks Home
B. M. Ehlers
V. Grand Lodge of Masons
New York City
J. A. Goldman
Victoria
Texas
Onos
Hill Meaicine Co
34Th St
New York
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