Fairfield Wifebeaters Sentenced In Local Court
Special to Tha Farmer Palrticti June 4 Four cases list three Fairfield wifebeaters receiving sentences. Accused include William Gould and John Wasinski of Perrysville with jail terms and fines for assault, and others fined or given short terms. Other notices mention county items, births, deaths, and local meetings with dates and names like Raksowski and Witkowski. The page mixes criminal sentences with obituaries and civic notices from Fairfield and surrounding areas.
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Perryslet
Ugace
William D
Witkowski
Uterine
Southport
Enya
Pais
Vithowski
Sherter
Hertford
West Gushes
Burials and notices from a bygone city city
A fragmentary page lists funerals and memorial notices for June with names such as Patrick J Bray and James F.P. Carrol, burial details at St Michael's cemetery, and funeral services at local churches. Also includes real estate and notices for a crane valve company meeting, and assorted classified-style ads and job notices.
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Dred Li
Inne
Sik
James Callihan
West Shraples
Pecheral
Weleck
St Michael's
James FP
Carrol
Priensis
Heart Church
Steelork
St Michael
Witow
John Hagerty
Madisem Avenue
St. Augustine’s
S. Oi
Dis
Neutrals Sunk by Submarines Near British Isles Report
Four vessels fell to German submarines off the British Isles. Three neutral ships were Norwegian with no loss of life reported. the Belgian steamer Menapier saw only six of 29 on board survive. Italian frontlines show gradual gains as Austrians and Russians report shifting fronts amid ongoing battles.
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British Isles
Menapier
Cadorna
Ttalians
Jnvading
Tsonzo
Gulf of Triest
Tolmine
Vienna
Spoh
Ferro
Rad
Galeia
Dneister
Zurawana
Galicia
Berlin
Baltic
Petrograd
Dubyee
French War Office Report on Arras Souchez Hebuterne Actions
Paris June 8 The French war office issued another statement on hostilities. infantry engagements occurred north of Arras with no position changes on the Lorette plateau. Northeast of Souchez Neuville St Vaast and Hebuternefronts show gains and prisoners taken. We captured about 150 German troops, including 100 unwounded.
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Paris
French War Office
Arras
Lorette
Souchez
Neénville St. Vlast
Italian Front Advances Across Isonzo Front
Italian troops push to seize key positions along the frontier in a methodical advance. Artillery duels continue on Lavaronne and Folgaria plateaus as forces gain a foothold on both banks of the Isonzo river and fortify eastern banks while reconnoitering. Casualties reported as relatively light with strong morale shown in national holiday observations.
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Rome
Caferna
Lavaronne
Folgaria
Naine
Isonzo
Caporetto
Olmaine
Turkish report from Constantinople on Dar an-Ties fronts
A Turkish official dispatch from Constantinople describes artillery actions near Art Burnu and Seddul Bahr. It notes sinking of enemy trenches, shelling of Asiatic coast positions, and several naval engagements, while referencing fatigue among enemy forces and ongoing bombardment. Also mentions heat wave deaths in Chicago and a political appointment request involving Virginia delegates.
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Amsterdam
Constantinople
Daranties
Art Burnu
Iso
Seddul-Bahr
Buffalo
Asiatic
Seddul-Bahri
Seaside engagement ends with ship ashore after bombardment
An enemy steamer with troops attempted to seize boats at anchor at the port. Fire from the shore forced the vessel to run ashore. The accompanying warships then withdrew from the area.
Eight Questions On Machine For Special Election
The mayor and city attorney prepared eight ballot questions for Bridgeport's special election on Saturday. Items include adopting commission government, five bond issues for local projects, and a state act approval for school sites. Polls open in the morning and close in the afternoon. mayor will designate polling places in ten days. Only electors on the November test list may vote.
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City of Bridgeport
City of
Bridweport
Gram Street
Common Council
Whess
City Playgrounds To Open Monday In West End North End
The West End Lafeyetts park and Yellow Still park will open Monday. Work is underway to ready the North End playground by next week. A regular park board meeting is set for Seaside park cottage tonight to consider routine business.
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West End
Lafeyetts Park
Yellow Still Park
North End
Park Board
Seaside Park Cottage
Communications May Be Attached To Packages
The third assistant postmaster general notes that two communications in a sealed seven am envelope with postage prepaid at the first class rate may be attached to a parcel of fourth class matter properly prepaid at the parcel rate. Letters and parcels mailed together reach the addressee simultaneously, aiding clarity and efficiency in business correspondence.
Social and Personal Society Plans Card Party Tomorrow
St Rita s Guild members prepare a charity card party at 886 Myrtle Avenue with pinochle auction bridge and whist at 3 pm and 8 15 pm plus an evening musical program. Proceeds aid the organization s charitable work. East Side W A The season ending social Thursday features a short play Her Uncle s Boots and vocal solos by Miss Anders and Miss Kraut. Relief Corps to meet and Foresters bicentennial convention notes.
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St. Rita’s Guild
Myrtle Avenue
East Side
W. A
Brangh So Beach St
Summerfield M. B. Church
Miss Anders
Mise Kraut
St Augustine Adopts Commission Form of Government
Augustine, Fla June 5 The commission form of government for St Augustine was adopted at an election yesterday by a majority of 38 of a total vote of 12. Paris June 8 Under secretary of war Albert Thomas urges front line officers to cooperate with military invention committees in Academies of Sciences to share practical problems faced at the front. The Anchor Line Cameronia arrived in New York from Glasgow via Liverpool carrying 399 passengers.
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Augustine
Fla
St. Augustine
Paris
Albert Thomas
Academs of Sciences
Cameronia
New York
Glasgow
Liverpool
Weather note from Howland on cooler night
Weather bulletin from Howland notes a pair of cool nights ahead with Wednesday fair conditions. The report signals a drop in temperatures and clear skies for midweek, guiding residents on expected conditions.
Coat of the suit tells you all at special price
A sales pitch from 1914 touts Kuppenheimer and Hart Schaffner & Marx suits. It promises instant fit as the coat proves the suit, highlights tailored shoulders and collar, and claims lasting look and fit. Prices range from 12.50 to 21.50 with many models on sale. Main floor rear.
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Kuppenheimer
Hart Schaffner & Marx
Howland punctureproof tire claim and pricing notes
Howland Wonder punctureproof tires allegedly resist flats from cuts, tacks, nails, oil, and wear. only a cut or wear causes air loss. Two sizes priced at $3. Also mentions fashion items and assorted cosmetics and accessories in the center aisle.
Economic Echoes and Everyday Struggles in Turn-of-Century Notes
A collage reports on capitalist tension, tax hints, and consumer life. It notes steel magnates shielded from tax shifts, fears over price boosts, and farmers benefiting from cooperative gains while motorists chase affordable gasoline and tires. It laments long school hours and hints at forthcoming changes before June.
Which Congoleum Is Cheaper 10c Foot or 29c Yard
Howland's on Main Street Fairfield Avenue and Cannon Street compares flooring prices. The ad promotes congoleum at 29 cents a yard while a rival sells at 10 cents a foot, and notes heavier weight, plus various rug sizes with prices from 25 to 39 dollars. Third floor.
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Howland
Main Street
Fairfield Avenue
Cannon Street
Lampeck boys suits offered at unheard low prices
A sales pitch extols Lampeck tailor made boys suits not at seven dollars but at ten and twelve. It boasts superior quality and style, claiming Lampeck makes the nicest boys clothes in America. The final lot is offered at a heavily reduced price, described as shamefully low, with varied hues and weights suitable for any occasion.
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Lampeck
America
Good White Silk Gloves 65c Each or 2 for $1
Silk gloves described as lustrous with even texture and double tipped fingers for durability. Pure white 18 button length lisle mesh gloves feature silk edging and tape. Prices listed 65c each or 2 for $1 with locations noted as center and left aisles in rear.
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Gsin
Boys Wash Suit Styles Highlight Early 20th Century Fashion
Boys will fairly revel in cool wash suits with new styles. Features include cutaway jackets, short coats, and two tone combinations. Colors range from plain white to striped patterns in sizes 2 to 8, with prices listed for different fabrics and trimmings.
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Tetusy
Tucker
Foe
Veste Aur
Miday
Oliver
Tylst
Howland Dry Goods Do Gurious Brain Orgen
A fragmentary OCR piece discusses the brain and its glands with odd claims about size effects on growth and mind, then shifts to a selection of unrelated social chatter and fashion notes including a milliner exchange and a Chilean headdress description. The text strings include dialogues and historical references, with jumbled names and phrases.
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Fairfield
Tudge Wakeman
Termain
Gree
Peesatanenere
Sérawer
Brigge
Torsingion
Dusset L. Briges
Norwalk
Fru- Tepes
William Irvine
Thorson
Greenwich
W. Thormson
Aberg
Denburr
Masmus Aberg
Weerbols
Shailon
F. Myérivis
Dantery
Worth Avenue
Farmers Savings Bank
Dist
Arathiae
Cesana
Esst Main St
Minnanay
J.P. Huij
Young
Maz
G. Pearlman
St. City
Myrtle Beach
Nayment Thomtily
Fairflela Avenue
Leree Hall
Sro
Tilimsan HakeFy Coy
Ak the
Crane Valve Company Relief Association
Harles’ Hall
H. Sheasby
Chicago
Ajancs
Mytetine
Virginia
Stuage
Witeoh
H. Gray
Lepsburer
Teomanirey
Commission
Washington
Companions of the Foresters
Ussion Manager
Ron St. Augustine
Howland's
Malin Street
Bridgeport
Conn
Cretonne
Howland Dry Goods Co
Hoscorn
Poy
Steel Corporation
Demuition
Tors
Isement
Howland Dry Goods
New York World
Liteentaros Amd
Saint Light
Thomas Flint
Edinburgh University
Dumfriesnisiy Steeient
Seiinbursk
Chu
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