Finger Points to Guilty Man in Police Abuse Case
New Haven reports a patrolman is identified as the suspect in a serious assault on a young girl. An efficiency committee led by Commissioners Isbell and Murray is pressing for justice while addressing initial handling delays.
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Franklin
Shocking assault case on local girl shocks city
A girl subjected to forced conduct at a paint shop was later discovered by her mother and revealed the abuse. The mother, recently bereaved, described her daughter as bright yet fearful. Police vow to find the man, even if the whole force is required.
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Parisian hat and bag described with blue satin binding
A Parisian hat in white leghorn features a broad Dutch blue satin brim binding. Roses wreath the crown matching the figured lawn. The matching bag has an odd shape and heavy maire colored leather with gold and blue embroidery and a gold clasp connected by a heavy gold cord.
Poli's to stage The Fortune Hunter in Bridgeport next week
Scenic two carloads arrive for Poli's Theatre production by the Poli Players. A Brisbane editorial extols the comedy finale where a poor but earnest lover learns hard work and virtue trump money in a wholesome, moral story.
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Bridgeport
Poli
Arthur Brisbane
New York Journal
Fortune
Hunter
Gaiety Theatre
Predicting Moral Play Success Proof for Citizens
The article argues the moral play will succeed overwhelmingly, claiming public desire confirms the good play is the goal and that a majority of citizens are good. It frames success as a referendum on community virtue and cultural taste.
Second Bill at Empire Delights Matinee Crowd
The week’s balance pleased the matinee audience and promises strong business for three days. Belle Dixon presents a pretty singing act with a strong voice. The Paris Brothers entertain with top comedy and fine singing. Harvard and Corbell deliver sharp comedy and new material. Five reels of motion pictures close the bill, with special features planned including the Pathe Weekly.
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Belle Dixon
Paris Brothers
Bridgeport
Harvard
Corbell
Pathe Weekly
Sea Breeze Island Amusements Promote Mixed Entertainment
Sea Breeze Island offers nightly concerts by the Wheeler and Wilson band under John A. Lynch with varied programs of classics favorites and latest tunes. Knablin's Novelty orchestra leads the ballroom with popular selections. Casino theatre features Phil Jean Bernard Coleman and Williams snake dance Pike and Callan Stella Stratford and new reels. Frank A. Robbins Wild West and Indian Congress along with rides on the roller coaster aerial swings and Ferris wheel complete the lineup.
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John A. Lynch
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anyYe
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Casino Theatre
Phil Jean Bernard
Coleman and Williams
Pike and Callan
Stella Stratford
Frank A. Robbins
Wild West and Indian Congress
Amateur Night at Casino Theatre Promises Cash Prizes
The Casino theatre will host an amateur night next Wednesday with substantial cash prizes for top entertainers. A milk bottle contest is planned as a humorous novelty, drawing on the growing array of attractions contributing to public amusement.
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Casino Theatre
White King of the Cocos Rules Sans Laws or Ceos
A historical sketch describes the Keeling Cocos monarchy long led by George I and John Sidney Clunies Ross. It notes a 1886 indenture by Queen Victoria granting the islands to Rosa, and cites the king’s absolutist rule with no constitution, army, or courts. The account portrays a peaceful, self contented society under a hereditary ruler.
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John Sidney Clunies Foes
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