Bridgeport High School Graduation at Park Theatre
Graduation exercises for Bridgeport High School will be held this evening at the Park Theatre. The class of 1914 includes 109 academic and 45 commercial students. The B H S orchestra and class chorus will perform under Miss Cora Purviance. Salutatorian Miss Anna Louise Hutchinson gives the welcome. Miss Mary Emily Buckingham delivers the valedictory. Barnum prize speakers include Blanche Franke, Lydia Goldstein, Winifred Japp, Bess Manuel Hee, and William Thomas Wetson, with diplomas and prizes presented by Dr Charles W Deane. Judges are Dr Drew McQueeney, Rev George O Klyn, and William J Zepp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport High School
Park Theatre
Cora Purviance
Anna Louise Hutchinson
Mary Emily Buckingham
Blanche Franke
Lydia Elizabeth C. Goldstein
Bridgeport
Winifred Mary Japp
Bess Manuel ‘Hee
Panama Canal
William Thomas Wetson
Charles W. Deane
Drew McQueeney
George 0. Klyn
William J. Zepp
Donovan Saves Early Mail for Hatting Town
Washington June 23 Danbury will not be degraded to a two way station by having the morning mail come along after dinner Congressman Jeremiah Donovan today received assurances that the New York mails will be carried so as to reach Danbury at 606 a.m. The intervention was made necessary by the removal of a morning train by the New Haven road. But at the request of the congressman Second Assistant Postmaster General Stewart took the matter up with the company which will make up a fast Gans train of freight and mail cars corresponding benefit to the Danbury mail service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Danbury
Jeremiah Donovan
New York
New Haven Road
Stewart
Danbury Mall
Nordica Buried From Church Where Singer Was Wed
London June 23 The simple but impressive funeral service for the late Madame Nordica was held at noon at King’s Weigh House Church Mayfair where she wed five years ago to George W. Young of New York. Ambassador Page’s secretary attended. Dr. Douglas Adams officiated with music from a surpliced choir.
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London
William Nordica
King’s Welgh House
Mayfair
George W. Young
New York
Masssmo Nordica
Walter Hines Page
Young
Douglas Adams
Adams
Probe of U S Right to North Pole
Washington reports a proposed congressional resolution by Representative Smith of New York to determine the United States citizens right to participate in fur mining and other industries in the North Pole region. It cites scientific and economic importance and notes Congress is unlikely to reopen the controversy.
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Washington
North Pole
Smith
New York
United States
North
Congress
Paving Crescent Avenue Becomes Board Priority
The paving commission moved to close the Crescent Avenue contract due to delays blamed on Connecticut Company and nonpayment for curb and gutter. The board authorized open bids for sewers on J Wayne Gregory and other streets and opened applications for sewer inspector, with Director Courtade to select.
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Paving Commission
Crescent Avenue
Connecticut Company
Rogers
Courtade
J Wayne Street
Gregory Street
South Avenue
Howard Avenue
Bostwick Avenue
Morris Street
Crane Valve Company
Common Council
William H. R. DuBois
John J. Devine
William H. Keating
Thomas E. Haljen
George E. Flannagan
John A. Casey
B. F. Hastings
Wantable Summer Requisites at Bargain Prices
E. H. Dillon & Co advertises summer hats and waists at bargain prices. White chip, hemp, peanut braid, and Panama hats range from 48 cents to $10.00, with white embroidered lawn and silk waists priced from 75 cents to $5.00, all at 105 Main Street and 10 Rue Saint Cecile, Paris.
Court decisions affect Wall St in hush tone
Middletown reports Professor Willard C Fisher denying plans to run for governor, stating the Progressive Conference is not a bid for his candidacy. He would only seek office if his bid advanced liberal policy in Connecticut. New York market opens under pressure as railroads slip after court rulings, copper shares weaken, and $6 million in gold leaves for Europe. bonds uneven.
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Middletown
Willard C. Fisher
Lake Com ‘Pounce
Fisher
Corticut
Connecticut
Englishman Denies Tax Liability in Court Appearance
Englishman Simmonds of 139 Waki Street faces city court again to explain why he should not pay taxes assessed for four years. He was brought from jail for arraignment on the latest charges and argues he remains a British subject without citizenship papers, a defense to the levy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prank Simmonds
Waki Street
Great Britain
Headache Powders Were Cause of His Death
Winsted June 23 Former Borough Sheriff William P. Palmer of Irington Whose death on ber 27 1913 has been under investigation on suspicion foul play was killed by headache powders and no criminal responsibility attaches to any one for the death according to a finding of Coroner A Herman handed down here today
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Winsted
William P. Palmer
Irington
Ber
A. Herman
Eighth Victim of Fire Dies in Milford Hotel
A lodging house fire claimed a total of eight lives as Milford reports the death of the eighth victim, Laver Damereian, from injuries sustained a week earlier. Two others remain in critical condition at the hospital. Rumor circulates that Marconi Wireless Co. may negotiate with China for multiple wireless stations.
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Milford
Laver Damereian
London
Marconi Wireless Co
Hope for peace talks in Mexico raises cautious optimism
Washington reports optimism that constitutionalist delegates may meet Huerta mediators to discuss peace terms. Secretary Bryan refrains from proposals as Villa Carranza tensions linger. Key figures Cabrera and Calderon in transit, with possible plan to form a delegation and set aims for the talks.
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Washington
Mexico
Huerta
Bryan
Villa
Car- Tania
Carranza
Villa Carranza
Luis Cabrera
Naon
Saltillo
Cabreracarl
Fernando Calderon
Spel Huerta
Autoist Appeals From Heavy Fine
Berlin June 23. Louis Seiple of New Britain was fined 50 dollars and costs for reckless driving and 100 dollars and costs for operating an automobile while under the influence. He appealed and bonds of 200 were furnished. Seiple was driving when his car sideswiped Richard Luby of Kensington on Sunday evening June 14 while Luby assisted a friend repairing his stalled engine.
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Berlin
New Milford Editor Robbed Of Jewelry Worth 300
Milford June 23 A gold watch and other jewelry valued about 300 were taken from the home of C Lt Seipler editor of the New Milford Times while the family attended a high school graduation. Entry was gained through a kitchen window and no clue is given. The National Red Cross awarded Doris Lippman of Savannah a 50 prize for heroism. Six injured in a wreck train derailment near Lima Ohio. A serious fire sweeps Sturgis Michigan's business district.
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Milford
The
National Red Cross Society
Doris Lippman
Savannah
Strike notice from Machinists lodge seeks Trenton workers
Mr. Rocket formerly of this city is in town seeking machinists and toolmakers to travel to Trenton New Jersey. A general strike is in effect by machinists and toolmakers there. Signed Lodge No. 30 International Association of Machinists.
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Rocket
Trenton
N. J
International Association of Machinists
Special Dress Goods Sale Promises Low Prices on Fashions
A splendid opportunity to secure fabrics for skirts and dresses at below usual prices. Silk Ratine, Chiffon Voile, Crepe, Brocaded Silk, and Nainsook in white and colors ideal for gowns. Linens for suits and dusters, chambrays for beach wear and children’s dresses. Various whites and colors, patterns, and values with bold sale pricing and limited quantities.
Skirts Made From Washable Fabrics Offer
We will make you a skirt for 1.00 to 1.50 extra from any washable fabric costing 25c a yard or more. Materials include waffled checks whipcards granite ratine ratine crepe rice crepe eponge pique Ramie and French linen. Guaranteed perfect fit and satisfaction.
Big Savings on Grockery and Kitchenware Last Week
Grockery and kitchenware items are offered at discounts of 1-4 of the original price. The sale features chafing dishes carving sets cut glass bowls small dishes enamelware fancy china and many kitchen utensils. This is the last week of the automatic price cut with unequalled prices on these useful articles.
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Main St
Ecru
Police Department of
Salem
Maas
A Osborne
American Agricultural Chemical Co
Buffalo, N. Y
Cyrus Pharmacy
Fairfield Avenue
Garner Courtland Street
Athos
Donovan
Hatting Town
Nordica
Singer
U.S
Commission Hastens
Crescent Ave
E. H. Dillon & Ce
Hartford
Rue ST. Cecile
Paris
ER. H. Dillon & CO
Wall ST
Supreme Court
Lst
Amalgamated
Utah
Saga Rpoint
Europe
Horsfont
Horsford
New Milford
Cincinnati
Hamilton Dayton
Lima
Ohio
Sturgis
Michel
Seely’s
SEELY
Copenhagen
Main Street
Smith-Murray CO
G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Fairchild Watch
G. W. Fairchild & Sons Inc
Conn
Joseph P. Coughlin
East Main Street
Myrtle Ave
G. Wwv
Knight & Co
Connecticut National Bank Building
Bridgeport Trust Co
State Street
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