Last Prayer For Her Son Former Governor Stokes
Millville New Jersey June 13 Mrs Ma Stokes mother of former Governor Stokes dies at home. Family searched for the steamer Amerika wireless to notify the former governor and his father en route to witness a coronation. Stokes remained unmarried in respect to his mother. Funeral plans unclear per wishes.
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United Press
Millville
N. J
Stokes
Europe
Ma Stokes
Amerika
Gover
Women Discussing Despotic Workshops
Boston June 12 at Barnard Memorial Hall the third biennial convention of the National Woman's Trade Union League opened its second day with Mrs. Raymond Robins presiding. The discussions covered shop wage and earth standards protective legislation fire protection and other measures for women nationwide. About 100 delegates listened as the president asserted that despotic workshops must not exist.
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United Press
Boston
National Woman's Trade Union League
Barnard Memorial Hall
Raymond Robins
Cage
The
League
O Brien Faces Burglary Case In Superior Court
The Bristol man O'Brien charged with burglary faced extradition hearings after a prolonged fight in New York. Prosecutors said the case could proceed June 27 in Superior Court, while defense argued insufficient time to prepare an alibi.
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United Press
O'Brien
Bristol
O’brien
New York
Bridgeport Boy in Graduating Class at U P Dental College
Six Connecticut boys are in the University of Pennsylvania dental school graduating class of 1911. Emory C. Champagne of New Haven is in the Darby Dental Society. Clarence Bagley of Wallingford belongs to the Helping Hand Society. Robert H. Koehler of Bridgeport joined Psi Omega. P. Sculley of Meriden is associate editor of the Dental Record. John J. Sullivan of Thompsonville belongs to the Darby Dental Society. John J. Madden of Danbury is with Xi Psi Phi. The class numbers 146. commencement is June 21. The group includes graduates from every state except Oklahoma and 45 countries. The British Association at Penn has 7 members from various regions.
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Connecticut
Dental School
University of Pennsylvania
Emory C. Champagne
New Haven
Darby Dental Society
Clarence Bagley
Wallingford
Robert H. Koehler
Bridgeport
Psi Omega
P. Sculley
P. Sculley of Merit, Is An Associate Editor of the Dental Record
John J. Sullivan
Thompsonville
John J. Madden
Danbury
Xi Psi Phi
Dental
Oklahoma
British Isles
Australia
Canada
New Zealand
British West Indies
Bahamas
India
Former Pastors Tonight at Newfield M. E. Church
Last night was Laymen's Night at the Newfield M. E. church with an engaging program led by active laymen from nearby churches. Tonight features Former Pastors' Night with the present pastor, Rev. S. A. Sands speaking on God, Rev. D. D. Irvine on Fireproof Faith, and Rev. B. F. Saxon on Keeping the Pace. The Tippecanoe Glee Club will provide music.
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Newfield M. E
S. A. Sands
D. D. Irvine
B.F. Saxon
Tippecanoe Glee Club
Reciprocity Battle In Senate With Minority Report
Washington June 1 The stage was set today for the opening of the reciprocity battle. Chairman Pen announced the bill was ready with the Root amendment and without recommendation. A LaFollette minority report says the measure is unfair to farmers and favors manufacturers. McCumber issued a separate report condemning the measure. A Democratic report opposing the Root amendment and backing the original bill was prepared by Williams of Mississippi and endorsed by Kern of Indiana and Stone of Missouri. Senate met at 2 o'clock and debate was expected to last about a month.
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Washington
Penrose
Rep
LaFollette
McCumber
Williams
Mississippi
Kern
Indiana
Stone
Missouri
Senate
Frey Begins Risky Rome to Turin Flight inParis Race
In Rome on June 13, Aviator Frey the German defied warnings of disaster and the withdrawal of rivals as he started at 5 05 to fly 260 miles from Rome to Turin. He competes in the Paris Rome Turin race for the Petit Pafis sen prize while Connay Garros and Vedrine quit the route due to Alpine danger.
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United Press
Rome
Frey
Turin
Connay
Garros
Vedrine
Apenines
Miners killed by lightning under tree in Johnstown
John Hamilton and August Launtz, both miners, were killed by lightning while stopping under a tree to escape a shower in Johnstown. The incident occurred last night as UPI dispatches confirm.
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United Press
Johnstown
John Hamilton
August Launtz
Weather Indications in New Haven Area
A disturbance over Lake Ontario brings cloudy and showery weather with thunderstorms in eastern lake region and New England. Thundershowers are expected tonight with unsettled conditions Wednesday. Moderate variable winds. Dry hot weather remains southwest. Local area may see rain followed by clearing tonight.
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United Press
New Haven
Lake Ontario
Lake Region
New England
Rocky Mountains
World Baptists Hold Convention At Philadelphia
United Press reports the Northern Baptist convention opening in Philadelphia with three concurrent gatherings the Northern Baptist convention the Baptist convention of North America and the Baptist World Alliance. The North American gathering starts June 18 and the World Alliance the following day with sessions through June 25. About 600 foreign delegates and 5,000 American Baptists attend alongside Rev. Demery H. Hunt who calls the meeting to order.
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United Press
Philadelphia
Northern Baptist Convention
Baptist Temple
Baptist Convention of North America
Baptist World Alliance
North American Baptists
United States
The
Baptist Church In America
Demery H. Hunt
Cyclonic Storm Sweeps Virginia Leaves Death and Destruction
A cyclonic storm swept the Virginia peninsula causing extensive damage in Richmond and adjacent areas. Early tallies report 15 to 18 deaths. Newport News saw roofs torn off, trees and telegraph poles toppled, with losses over $100,000. Norfolk endured lightning strikes.
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United Press
Richmond
Virginia Peninsula
Newport News
Norfolk
Connecticut Pharmaceutical Association Opens Two Days Session
The Connecticut Pharmaceutical Association held a two day session at the Montonese Hotel with about 200 druggists in attendance. It marks the 36th annual convention of the medical men. A banquet will conclude the business sessions tomorrow evening. Officers include President Clarence M. Spalding of New Haven and Vice President H. H. Larue of Norwich. Secretary J. B. Reed of Waterbury and Treasurer Carl Cyrus of Bridgeport.
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United Press
Indian Neck
Connecticut Pharmaceutical Association
Montonese
Clarence M. Spalding
New Haven
H. H. Larue
Norwich
J. B. Reed
Waterbury
Carl Cyrus
Bridgeport
Former Governor Knott In Critical Condition
Lebanon Kentucky June 18 Former Governor Knott is said to be in a critical condition here today from a paralytic stroke and pulmonary tuberculosis St Johns Lodge AF AM will hold special communications tomorrow afternoon at 2 and 730 for conferring the MM degree
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Lebanon
Knott
St. John’s Lodge
A. F
A. M
Chicago police offer escorts for women at night
Chicago Chief of Police McQueeney pledges to provide escorts to women who must be out after dark if no male escort is available, acknowledging conditions are at their worst. A New York Supreme Court justice warns that five years of marital discord is the usual price of happiness, while a Madagascar justice chats about crossing by boat with a humorous exchange ending in a boat sinking and a spectator quipping about a hole.
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Chicago
McQueeney
New York
Ford
Supreme Court
Supreme Court of
Summer Millinery Shapes in Straw Hats Displayed
A smart showing features straw hats in large small and medium sizes with trig natty graceful and becoming effects. Styles include white chip burnt chip Milan and hair braids in white and burnt straw and rough textures. Hats offered in all latest braids and prices to suit every purse.
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Milan
Sheridan named school area marks thrift push in city
The Board of Education hears a plan to set up a pennies saving system for public school pupils. Banks will provide penny books, with Chester Pa and Hartford cited as successful precedents. Sheridan school will honor Gen. Philip Sheridan. two boilers for Prospect Street School cost 1773 dollars. Registration climbs to 13 680 with 12 824 average daily attendance. Commencement dates set for June 26 and June 28 at city High School and Park Theatre respectively.
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Chester
Hertford
Oakina
Cal
Brady
Challenger
Braay
North Main
Sheridan
Philip Sheridan
Little Phil
W. P. Kirk Co
Bridgeport
Deane
New England
Warner Hall
City Normal School
Park Theatre
Committee
Ginand
Committee On Schools
Garfield
Stillman Street
Commercial Men Invade Elm City Next Saturday
Bridgeport council No. 369 of the United Commercial Travellers will invade New Haven on Saturday for the sixteenth annual conclave of the New England Grand Council. About 100 members plus guests, with a special coach on the 9 35 a m express, will participate along with a field sports program and a Wheeler & Wilson band escort.
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United Commercial
New Haven
New England
New England Grand Council of the Order
Bridgeport
Via Rock
Odd Fellows Hall
Wheeler & Wilson
J. Alexander Robinson
J. G. Wright
T. A. Adams
C. E. A. Thompson
R. F. Benedict
George H. Coulter
T. 3. McLean
Edward B. Cha
Went Appointed Scout Commissioner for Local Areas
Harvey C. Went, physical director in public schools, was named secretary at a Boy Scout executive meeting in Mayor Buckingham's office. The committee recommended his appointment as scout commissioner for Bridgeport, Fairfield, Stratford and Trumbull, with Cooper Warner and Kelsey authorized to draft a funding appeal.
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Boy Scout Movement
Buckingham
F. Maitland
A. M. Cooper
B. P. Nobbs
W. B. Kelsey
Stratford Schools
L. T. Warner
Mr. Went
Bridgeport
Fairfield
Stratford
Trumbull
Cooper
Warner
Kelsey
Poli Players Shine In Famous Political Play
Poli Players delivered a strong performance in A Gentleman from Mississippi. Senator Langdon and Bud Haines drive a political plot about rival naval base claims in Washington. Strong turns by John Ince, Frank Kirke, Gordon Demaine, and Jane Otely highlight a vivid cast with Miss Grove and Giulio Socola drawing acclaim. the production promises strong business for the week.
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Poli
Langdon
Washington
Peabody
Stevens
niSkey Ameo
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Haines
Charles Schofield
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John Ince
Frank Kirke
Senator Peabody
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Gordon Demaine
Senator Stevens
Joseph Eggerton
Charles Norton
Caroline
Hope Georgia
Anne Hollinger
Isadore Martin
Jane Otely
Spangler
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H. G. Melsoc
Telfar
Charles C. Randolph
Pauline Emerson
John Junior
Tom Moore
Frank Kelly
Joseph Waldrop
Jack Sherman
Bill
Miss Grace Clarke Presents Two Comedies at Warner Hall
Miss Grace Clarke and her student actors stage two comedies, Wishing and A Pantomime Rehearsal, at Warner Hall. Performances run Friday evening June 23 and Saturday matinee June 24, showcasing the troupe's polished rehearsals.
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Warner Hall
Plans to Attend Jackson's Book Shop Event June 20
Bridgeport residents warmly welcome performances and find them highly entertaining. Secure a reserved seat at Jackson's Book Shop for the event on June 20.
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Bridgeport
Jackson’s Book Shop
Prisoner Charged With Shooting Held on Heavy Bail
New Haven June 13 Tony Damiano 24 was held on heavy bonds in police court for trial June 27 after being charged with shooting Saverino Russo a water tender at the Fair Haven power house. Russo was struck in the neck by one bullet and others missed. he was taken to New Haven hospital in a critical but improving condition. Damiano was arrested within an hour by Sergeant Hunt and Policeman Gismu nelli. Damiano, formerly employed at the plant, is believed to have acted over Russo's discharge.
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United Press
New Haven
Saverino Russo
Tony Damiano
Russo
Fair Haven
Connecticut Company
Grand Avenue
Hunt
Gisunelli
Damiano
Tony
Naval Prisoners Escape From U S Prison Ship
Three long term naval prisoners fled the United States prison ship at the navy yard in Portsmouth by sawing a porthole bar and swimming nearly a mile in their nightclothes. The escapees are Leo Schulte Medina New York City. Charlee H. Dennis Manning Louisville Kentucky enlisting at Chicago. Lafayette Wern Matteawan New Jersey enlisting at New York. Authorities searched the area hours after the break with no results. Summer dress notes follow, describing light fabrics and colors for young girls.
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Portsmouth
N. H
United States
Navy Yard
Leo Schulte
Medina
N. Y
Rochester
Charlee H. Dennis
Alias Manning
Louisville
Chicago
Lafayette Wern
Matteawan
N. J
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