Murphy recites poem in debate on Connecticut utilities bill
Rep Charles W Murphy of Danbury interjected poetry in Hartford as he ridiculed opponents of any utilities bill and questioned the Banks measure. The Hartford Times notes he claimed Davenport erred in Loewe case and closed with Banks Dream about amending to protect corporations. Rep Etheridge spoke for the minority bill defending judiciary committee deliberations.
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Charles W. Murphy
Danbury
House of Representatives
Hartford
Hartford Times
Murphy
Banke
Davenport
Supreme Court
Loewe
Tom" Reilly
Banks
Etheridge
Thomaston
Judiciary Committee
Connecticut
No decision yet in Frank Timko liquor transfer case
Hearing adjourned after remonstrance by Bank Street property owners. Lawyers filed briefs and commissioners to decide later. Participants include Judge John S. Pullman for the remonstrants Mackenzie Bros and Judge E K Nicholson for Law Enforcement. Timko’s interests represented by John C. Chamberlain and Henry C. Burroughs.
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Frank Timke
Elm Street
Bank Stree
Bank Street
John S. Pullman
Mackenzie Bros
E. K. Nicholson
John C. Chamberlain
Henry ¢. Burroughs
Timko
Train Wreck in Ell Man Reports Many Victims
Meagre reports from Winnipeg say a Canadian Northern passenger train wreck occurred today at Ell Man. Several people are believed killed or injured, with the injured transported to Winnipeg on a special train.
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United Press
Winnipeg
Man
Ell
Pistol Duel Triggers Roundup Of Minnesota Firebugs
In Bemidje Minnesota on June 17 state officers after a pistol duel rounded up members of a long running arson and safeblowing ring in the northwest. Mayor D F Dumas of Cass Lake is reported as the ring leader and under arrest. Detectives trapped two men at a post office safeblowing in Puskey with one fatally shot. Authorities say Dumas office contained safeblowing paraphernalia and the raid followed five nights of surveillance.
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United Press
Bemidje
Minn
Northwest
D. F. Dumas
Cass Lake
Minnesota
Puskey
Martin Behan
Dumas
County Tax Of Tenth Of Mill Recommendation Hinted
County Commissioners will propose a county tax of one tenth of one mill at a Hartford meeting next Tuesday. Senators and Representatives from this Ponty will attend to hear the final report. Expenditures for the year are set about at $104,000 with receipts near $105,000.
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Hartford
Ponty
Busker Sues Goodsell to Recover $600
Louis Busker of Newtown sues William H. Goodsell of Kent for $600 in the Court of Common Pleas alleging an August 1910 agreement to sell Goodsell’s Kent farm failed. Real estate broker Michael Suskind arranged a buyer at $6,000, but Goodsell declined to sell, depriving Busker of a commission opportunity.
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Kent
Louis Busker
Newtown
William H. Goodsell
Court of Common Pleas
Goodsell
Michael Suskind
New York
Suskind
Busker
Striking Cutters Meet Officials to Settle Differences
Beacon Falls June 17. Striking cutters and locked out workers appoint a joint committee from each plant department to meet company officials for a settlement talks. Both sides seek resolution and the workers demand abolition of the timing system for operatives.
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United Press
Beacon Falls
Wanted Minister But His Tastes Are Expensive
Norwalk church holds a special meeting to consider Rev. M. Evans as pastor candidate. Evans demands include a near unanimous call a 4500 dollar salary about 1600 dollars for parsonage upgrades six weeks vacation and no summer Sunday evening service. The committee and society doubt funds permit these terms and continue the pulpit committee.
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Norwalk
Society of the
Norwalk Congregational Church
Lewis Street
George D. Egbert
M. Evans
Gloversville
N. Y
Edwin O. Keeler
Evans
Glennon and Halpin Stop Runaway Horse in City Streets
Patrolmen Glennon and Halpin halted a runaway ice cream horse on Fairfield and Water Street before noon. The boy rider stayed in place as the horse dashed from East End toward the city center. Owen Curley also stopped another runaway in East Main near East Washington. owner Lyford & Bros. paid him 25 cents. Shoemakers use heels on street shoes while Louis XV heels are reset for evening wear. For rent three furnished rooms at 605 Warren Street. Diz d p.
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Banard Glennon
John Halpin
Fairfield
Stratford Avenue
Owen Curley
Lyford 8Ros
East Maina Street
East Washington Avenue
Senator McLean Opposes Initiative Referendum on Judges
Senator George L. McLean of Connecticut speaks in the Hartford Courant interview against initiative and recall for judges while endorsing popular elections for senators. He warns reforms require public education and cautions limits, arguing statehood for Arizona should mirror Connecticut. He notes referendums exist in some states and cites Oregon history, urging cautious trial of reforms.
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George L. McLean
Hartford Courant
McLean
Senate of
United States
Senate
Congress
American Republic
Connecticut
Supreme Court
Hill
England
House of Lords
Oregon
Arizona
Rocky Mountains
Bryce
Rhode Island
Germany
Paddock Claims Promise of Local Representative Appointment
Senator Garry Paddock said he received personal assurance of a Labor appointment as Local representative from Commissioner Connelley, while Charles Keller of the Free Public Employment Bureau noted a Thursday letter from retiring chief clerk Parker congratulating him on a potential reappointment. Keller awaits official notice, calling Parker’s letter the nearest to official confirmation. Attempts to reach Connelley failed.
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Labor
Connelley
Garry Paddock
Keller
Charles Keller
Free Public Employment Bureau
W. BD. Parker
Department
Mr. Keller
Parker
Mr. Connelley
Danbury
Hartford
Attorney General Light Backs Reporters Case
New Haven June 17 hearing opened in Superior Court on a temporary injunction against the state Senate over paying 11 newspapermen 300. Attorney Woodruff for reporters admitted most allegations and that gratuities were not contingent expenses. Attorney White argued virtue of veto and constitutional limits. Attorney General Light defended Senate authority and noted gratuities might pass both branches. Hearing continued at press time.
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United Press
New Haven
State Senate
Superior Court
Latetorney
Robert J. Woodruff
Henry C. White
Senate
General Assembly
White
T Legislatire
Light
Woodruff
Cleveland Defeats Boston Red Sox on Bunker Hill Day
In Boston on June 17 Cleveland defeated the Boston Americans in the morning game on Bunker Hill day. The score and full details are unclear but Cleveland prevailed over Boston with pitchers Gress and Land contributing, while Moser and Nuna Maker also noted in the report.
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Cleveland
Boston Red Sox
United Press
Boston
Boston Americans
Gress and Land
Moser Ion Nunamaker
Hartford Industries Build Hartford’s Manufacturing Base
Hartford advances a full industrial record with New England bureau cooperation. Hartford’s manufactured products total about 45 million dollars, with capital of 50 million and wages around 12.5 million, detailing jobs and floor space across tools, screw making, typewriters, autos, leather, cigars, boxes, paper, electrical appliances, garments, firearms, nails, valves, tires, beer, and more. The figures show roughly 18,000 workers and 5.34 million square feet of factory space, plus notes on water, power, banking, insurance, and transportation.
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Hartford
New England Industrial Bureau
New England
Hartford Board of Trade
Boston
The
Industrial Bureau
Board of Trade
New England Bureau
Summer Blue Serge Suits Made From Ends of Pieces
Limited time opportunity for two piece blue serge suits in fancy and plain weaves with hair-line stripes. Expert tailoring ensures fit and satisfaction. Ends of pieces pricing at 17.50, originally 25, front basement.
The Hat Makers’ Union Elects New Secretary
Danbury reports the Hat Makers' association held a special election for secretary. John O'Hara won with 320 votes against 314 for Martin Gorman, 149 for Daniel J. Murvihill, and 88 for William A. Daniels. Newburg members contributed 122 votes.
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Danbury
Hat Makers’ Association
Patrick H. Connolley
John O'Hara
Mr. O'Hara
Martin Gorman
Daniel J. Murvihill
William A. Daniels
John Shanley
William Nowlan
Jennet Carmody
James Tierney
Abel Adkins
John McTiernan
Charles Hinestein
Newburg
Elastic Truss Offers Relief for Hernia Suffering
Advertises elastic trusses for hernia relief with single units at 1.25 dollars and double at 2.50 dollars. Clerks fit the product. operation remains the cure. Store contact given as 832 Pharmacy run by Jennie Phonz Hamilton.
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Rep. Murphy
Mr. Banks
Frank Timeo
Julia Kelly
Booth Street
St. Mary's Church
St. Michael's Cemetery
Order of St Francis
Lyons
Anna J. Lyons
William Lyons
Stanley L. Bennett
Rosedale Street
Mountain Grove
Reardon
Danilel Reardon
Lake
Walter Baldwin Lake
Wells Street
Jane
Mountain Grovemotery
John Beck & Son
JAS. Horan & Son Florists
Hawkins Floris Stratfield
Preumatice O
Bridgeport
M. A. Kenny
Glennon and
Halpin
Warren St
Jackson's
Main Street
M’lean
Westchester County
Pelham Manor
Donel
New York Press
Richmond
Matp Street
Fulrticid Avenue
Cannon Street
Bridgeport, Conn
Howland Dry Goods CO
Harry
New York Journal
Minneapolis Journal
Duncan
John O’hara
Jennie Phonz Hamilton
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