German Emperor and Wilson Falk Across Atlantic
Washington reports a trans Atlantic wireless message exchange between the German Emperor and President Wilson. The two leaders exchanged greetings via the Tuckerton station as signals crossed the ocean, marking a rare cross Atlantic communication amid ongoing tensions. The White House released details of two-way messages and praised the historic link established by wireless telegraphy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Frest- Gest Witen
Willem
White House
Tuckerton
N. J
Bilivese
Germany
Hanover
Wileon
Memage
Pasi
Estes
Signalis
Torrows
Rock Island Makes New Low Recurb
News from New York reports a lull in activity amid a reorganizing plan linked to a holding company. Stocks show minimal gains for some, while Rock Island stock sets a new low at the close as trading remains extremely light.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
Lotecéet
Arly
Rock Island Holsiing
City hearing details amid a jumble of charges and injuries
A damaged clipping reports various court actions including a murder attempt on a detective, a stabbing case at a merry go round, and train rifling charges dated around January 27. It mentions property sales, a piano player, a hospital transfer, and a 1914 birth and death notice. Names and places are inconsistently legible due to OCR errors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wes Dallard
Gregory
Street
Jota
Merphy
Jonna
Thipore
Pewticket
Gimpeen Wat
Burns & Bapsick Cos
Johnny Jones
John
Tatum
Militia praised for smartness as equipment readied
Bridgeport Coast Artillery Corps members praised for discipline and readiness as equipment for 506 men is staged at Fort Terry Bearby. Lt Leonard Wood visits to direct possible operations in Mexico. No illnesses reported among men during trip from Bridgeport to Fort Terry and back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HG. Wright
Fisher's Island
Bridgeport
Coast Artillery Corps
Macno
United States
Coast Artillery Reserve of
Connecticut
Fort
Terry
Leonard B. Wood
Mexico
New Thwae
Beldont U. & Military Reservation
Ste
Vergeant
Johnson
Andrus
Oficer
Ith
Elias Hell
Harria
Hbrsbebs Et
Guty Quertermanter Serjeant
Gatpta
Mate Feneres
Dtth
Getendient
Mies G. Thompson
Sion
Maj
Bette Batlau
Butterfield
Satie Vincent
Hospital Corps
C. NG
Book Club Holds Closing Meeting at Moddelli Home
The Book Club closed its season at Mrs Frederick Moddelli 1125 Central Ave with a luncheon and gifts for secretary Mrs Charles R Thomas who received a gold crescent pin from members. Members present included Mrs Arthur Cohner Mrs Fred Cail Mrs Jerry Newcomb Mrs Walter Beard Mrs Florence Skinner Mrs Mary Keep Mrs Charlies Poland Mrs Dorr Whitney Mrs Washington Porter Miss Grace Butts and Florence Porter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Moddelli
Central Avebk
Ibi
Club
Agar R Thomas
Arthur Cohner
Fred Cail
Jerry Newcomb
Walter Beard
Florence Skinner
Mary Keep
Charlies Poland
Dorr Whitney
Washington Porter
Maddell
Grace Butts
Florence Porter
Somersworth Man Nominated as United States Attorney
Washington June 20 The nomination of F H Brown of Somersworth New Hampshire to be United States attorney for New Hampshire was prepared today He will succeed in the White House Charles H Holtz resigned
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Washington
F. H. Brown
Somersworth
WN. H
United States
New Hampshire
Charles H. Holtz
Storstad Mate Says Captain Was Called Too Late
In Quebec June 20 counsel for Canadian Pacific cross examined Jacob Sax third officer of the Storstad at the wreck inquiry. He testified the captain had been called from his cabin only moments before the collision. The question was whether the chief mate should have summoned the captain earlier when fog was seen approaching. Sax said he had always called the captain when in charge as soon as he saw danger.
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Quebec
Canadian Pacific
Jacob Sax
Storstad
Coller
Andersen
Saxe
Mr. Aspinall
Conspiracy Probe Into Italian Robbery Ring
Waterbury reports Italian consul Riccio arrives to lead an Italy government inquiry into an alleged scam by New York Italians. The scheme offers $200 payments and a forged “King of Italy” paper exempting donors from military duty, with several participants exposed on the chain to Waterbury and New York. Police note the purported exemption paper is worthless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterbury
Conesal
Riccio
New Maven
Itajan
New Fork
Italam
New York
Italy
Demaye
Wew
York
Sarviula
Leest
Naval Reserve Wave Cruise Plans for Battleship Rhode Island
Washington June 20 The battle ship Rh Seed line has been detailed to cruise with the naval militia of several Atlantic coast states. It is stated that July sixth and August fifth will see Rhode Island leave New Haven for the Connecticut militia, then proceed to New Port for the Rhode Island militia, thence to Portland Maine for the Maine militia, then to Halifax Nova Scotia, lingering two days, and finally Gardner's Bay for target practice and service drills.
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Washington
Atlantic
Rhode Island
New Haven
Connécticut
New
Portland
Maine
Halifax
Gardner's Bay
Rilis
Kaiser Christens Steamer Bismarck in Hamburg
Hamburg June 20. Kaiser Wilhelm II confers the name Bismarck on the third vessel of the Imperator class for Hamburg America line. The new steamer mirrors Vaterland with two more boilers, aims for 22% knots, and should be ready for commission in about fifteen months. The line plans a fast weekly service, pending launch to allow the emperor to finalize the ship’s name.
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Hanburg
Germany
William
Bismarck
Vaterland
Boijere
Saturday Outings for Shop Workers Carnival at Bridgeport
Festivities organized under George Lawrence Lee and Andrew Fred Toeiaas offer a carnival of sports at Bridgeport this afternoon. A baseball contest between the machine and tool departments sparks rivalry, followed by a clam bake. New Hampshire club activities and a Compo Beach event are planned. Miss Julia Donovan returns from Albany after vacations in Troy Syracuse and Saratoga. State Narcotics enforcement actions are being considered by Prosecuting Attorney DeLaney after reviewing data collected by the Pharmacy Commissioner and officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tories
Bridgeport
Ana
Tia
Wu Ea c
Church
George Lawrence
Lee
Andrew Fred
Jo New Hampshire
Compo Beach
J.A. Leverty
Police and Charities
DeLaney
Death of Theodore Couse Veteran Bridgeport Master Mason
Theodore Couse 80 retired business man and longtime Bridgeport resident died at 1775 Nobis Avenue at 2 AM after a year of ill health. Born in Hartwick New York in 1885 he served in the Confederate army in 1846, later becoming a successful clothier in New York. He was a mason and former Bridgeport police commissioner, survived by four daughters including Mrs Bennetto of Stratford and Mrs Paul of Bridgeport, and Miss Susan Couse.
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Theodore Couse
Nobis Avenue
Couse
Mr. G
Hartwick
Wilmens Ven Horson
New York
Athjens
Howell S. Cobb
Opinmons
van Hotson & Couse
Clothiers
16Th Street
Panersty
Hee Te
Bridesport
Creche Corbin
Coupe
Athens
Bridgeport
Penang Lee
St. John’s Lodge
Ford
Conn
Aes
Ward. Bennetto
Stratford
I. H. Paul
David Fenelon
Susan Couse
Gen Angeles Deposed From Rebel Cabinet
Continued from Page 1 the stand argues constitutionalists not represented at the conference blame mediators and say an armistice is impossible for the constitutionalists under the present circumstances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen
Angeles
Flight of Chief Declared False in Mexican Report
Report from Saitilo Mexico dated June 20 states United States dispatches claimed General Carranza planned a border trip to establish a civil government. Officials say such trip never occurred and the only basis was Carranza's projected visit to Monterey Piedras Negras and Tampico, delayed by state business.
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Saitilo
Mex
Jane
United States
Generrariza
Constitution
Catranae
Gen.Carranna
Monterey
Piedras Negras
Tampico
Mayflower Descendants Elect New Officers in Hartford
Hartford CT June 2 The Society of Mayflower Descendants in Connecticut held its eighteenth annual meeting at the Hartford Golf Club President Herbert Randall presided Speakers included Rev Dr John Co Adams and Arthur Lord Pilgrim Society President Officers were elected this afternoon Mr Randall read an original poem This report notes the event and its leadership changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
Society of Mayflower Descendants
Connecticut
Herbert Randall
John Co. Adams
Arthur Lord
Pilgrim Society
Plymouth
Mass
Randall
Funeral for Eleanor A Douglas Held at Sacred Heart
The funeral of Miss Eleanor A. Douglas was held this morning from the Douglas home at 440 Park Avenue at 8 30 and from Sacred Heart church at 9 00 with Rev Thomas J Mooney celebrating the high mass of requiem. A large attendance of relatives and friends plus a grand floral display marked the service. A delegation of Catalpa circle Companions of the Forest attended. Pallbearers were Samuel Black Luke Fitzsimmons Thomas Black John Fitzsimmons Charles Allen and Albert Germain. Interment followed in the family plot at St Michael's Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Douglas
Eleanor A. Douglas
John Douglas
Park Avenue
Sacred Heart Church
Thomas J. Mooney
Catalpa
Companions of the Forest
Samuel Black
Luke Fitzsimmons
Thomas Black
John Fitzsimmons
Charlea Allen
Albert Germain
St Michael's, Cemetery
Fatal fall claims life of Michael O'Neill at home
Michael O'Neill aged 45 of 10T Linen Avenue is dying at St Vincent's Hospital from a fractured skull after a fall down 14 stairs at his home early today. Surgeons report little hope of recovery, death expected within hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael O'Neill
St. Vincent’s Hospital
Frank Alexander Dies Suddenly In New London Cafe
Frank Alexander a Spanish American War veteran and longtime New London resident collapsed and died in a Main Street saloon run by Antoine E Fo shortly after eight last night. He had been ill recently but seemed to be improving and was popular in the city where he lived with his parents on Hamilton Street. He answered the 1893 call for volunteers and later moved to New London where relatives still reside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Alexander
New London
Alexander
Antoine E. Fo
Main Street
Hamilton Street
Waltersville
Ruling on City Attorney Opinion Pending at Meeting
The paying commission will review a sealed City Attorney William H. Cominy Jr opinion on the legality of the Warren Brothers contract for 160000 dollars in street paving. The plant sites at North Avenue and Clinton Avenue areas are ready, with more plants planned. Work start date remains uncertain pending committee disputes resolution.
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William H.cominy, Jr
Director of Public Works Jr
Warren Brom
Boston
Risaion
Keating
Warren Brothers
Warrenié
North Avenue
Cnde
Clinton Avenues
Consolidated Piano Co Receivership Granted in San Francisco
Judge Edward K Nicholson was named temporary receiver for the Consolidated Piano Co of Den non Street. He qualified in $10,000 bonds. A June 26 hearing will appoint two appraisers. Petition filed by Sarah B Lee Baward J McKeever and Alma Quinn who control all stock. Company capitalized at $1 010,000. They seek a receiver to prevent asset waste.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward K. Nicholson
Consolidated Piano Co
Dennon Street
United States
Fidelity & Go Cox
Tutte
Superior Court
Sarah B. Lee
Baward J. McKeever
Alma Quinn
Congressman Maan Meets Fr Mullins On Train Stop
Congressman Bryan F. Maan stopped over a train to New London and met Fr. C Mullins. The New London statesman reported they were closeted for some time. A Palmer reporter sought political significance, but Mullins declined to detail the discussion citing old friendship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan F. Maan
New London
Fr. C. Mullins
New London Statesman
Mulliins
Palmer
Ser. Mullins
Mahen
City of Brockton to Replace the Worth Ch
The City of Brockton, a large New England coast steamer, arrives tonight to replace the steamer John M. Worth on the New Navigation Co line from Bridgeport to New York. It will operate with the Naugatuck for daytime freight and passenger service, easing shipments from this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City of
Brockton
New England
John M. Worth
New Navigation Co
Bridgeport
New York
Naugatuck
Upsets Hack Injures Women After Funeral Ride
In Worcester on Richards Street a hack pulled by frightened horses crashed down a steep embankment after a motorcycle engine spooked the animals. Three women and a girl were badly hurt and taken to the hospital. Injured are Mrs Frank Halpin and James Daly, both from nearby areas, Mrs William F Barnard of Worcester, and Elizabeth Daly eight years old daughter of Mrs Daly. The incident occurred while returning from a funeral.
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Worcester
Mass
Richards Bt
Frank Halpin
Lelgestearonts
James Daly
Cherry Valley
Willian F. Barnard
Elizabeth Daly
Autographic Kodak Feature Lets You Record Details On Negatives
The new Autographic Kodak advertises a 3 1 4 by 5 1 2 picture size with a feature that records the place and date of exposure on the negative. It promises simple use with no risk of error, as the user writes the data directly on the film. The copy touts easy operation and a new folding-front design priced at $22.5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kodak
24 Inch Suitcases and Leather Hand Bags in Early Fashion
Short trip bags described include 24 inch suitcases with steel frames and cowhide coverings featuring deep pockets and sliding locks, plus steel framed leather hand bags with sewn corners. Sizes range from 14 to 18 inches with gold matting styles. Waterproof linings noted, prices around 75 cents to $1.
Summer frock special-value goods from a fashion catalog
Special-value goods for summer frocks feature crepe and ratine fabrics in wide colors and prints. Patterns resemble French styles with thin floral prints and stripe or plaid motifs. Fabrics range 36 to 45 inches wide, priced attractively with a broad selection of colors and textures.
George T. Mayre Named Ambassador to Russia
George T. Mayre of San Francisco has been selected by the president to serve as ambassador to Russia and will be nominated in the near future. The information comes from authoritative sources in political circles and is expected to be announced soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westlington
George T.mayre
San Francisco
Russia
Olal
Father starts to search for drowned boy in Barnstead
Thomas Maguire of Arctic Street traveled to Barnstead New Hampshire to aid in locating his son Bowerd Maguire whose body was believed to be in the river. He secured a note from Lieut Luckley to authorities requesting full aid. The suit of clothes found on the river included a watch money and identifications. The parents learned of the accident when Sgt McGurr visited their home last night. Two Bridgeport anniversaries will be observed Monday night with services noting the conversions of Assistant Superintendent John M Larkin and Michael Ford and a program with special musical items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Maguire
If Arctic Street
Barnstead
N. H
Polices
Lieut
Luckley
Howard Maguire
Kossuth Street
Arctic Street
Maguire
Concord
Bridgeport
John M. Larkin
Michael Ford
Local Briefs and Notices From January Foretold
Short local items include contract talks among Fire Commissioners and utility firms for signaling gear, a Bogus $20 case, a grocery store purchase for sandwiches, a staged police display, and an American proprietor winning a London to Sea trip race amid various community notes.
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Wilson
Woodrow -Witsan
Worthington
Gusca
OfTy Court
CABES
Thie City
Thedders
Cotuse
Jiaite
Nebie «Avenue
Grove Cemetery
Asin
Save—Rine
Etreet
Ebrioners’ Co., Tne
Ae Fairavenue Re’ Uilsa
Fairad
Logal Militia
Book Club
Armer
Counsul
Naval Reserve
U.S. Battleship
Kaiser Christens
Bismark
Julia Donovan
Center Breet
Albany
N. Y
Donovan
Troy
Syracuse
Saratoga
Ayflower
Worth
Hack
Howland
Arday
Howland Dry Goods
G. T Mayre
Januar
Témain
Tague
Dap
Lawrence
Creat
M. Morgen
Yanede
London
Seay
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