Bridgeport Camp at Plattsburg Ends in Mixed Reports
Albany dispatches from November 23, 1813 outline British and American movements on the St. Lawrence and near Plattsburg. Wilkinson and Hampton reportedly disagree on command, with the army ordered to Salmon River after Peters and Rampton divisions pivot. Montreal capture seen as decisive to ending the war, though forces at Plattsburg and Burlington are noted. A five mile foot race at Bridgeport Trotting Park drew a small field. Cassidy of New York defeated Young Sport in 36 minutes. D M Reynolds announces a Valentine business partnership and a new store at 102 Water Street for painting and decorating services.
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Plattsburg
Albany
Cam-Peisen
St. Lawrence
St. Regis
Rampton
Wilkinson
Hampton
St. Regie
Salmon River
Montreal
Burlington
Bridgeport
Sport
Cassidy
New York
D. M. Reynolds
Water Street
New Gas Tank Under Construction At Gas Works
Fifty years ago rapid progress marked the erection of a new gasometer at the gas works. The structure promises an abundant supply of gas when completed, signaling a major improvement for the city’s illumination and energy needs. Henry Bishop, Esq., arrived in town from New York aboard his new yacht named the Mary Stuart. The vessel, a 40 foot long, 18 ton craft, was purchased for a club of local gentlemen. It features a mainsail and flying jib with a gaff topsail and is lavishly fitted in first class style with cabins.
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Henry Bishop, Esq
New York
Mary Stuart
June Wedding Unites Miss Florence Stearns and Milton Stein
Miss Florence Rand Stearns daughter of Mr and Mrs Frederick W Stearns of Clinton avenue and Milton A Stein were married Saturday evening at United Congregational Church by Rev William Horace Day The bride wore white satin with silver lace and tulle with a court train and veil A bouquet of filigreed white ribbons accompanied by a wreath marked the ceremonial aisle Miss Dorothy Stearns sister of the bride served as maid of honor in light green tall velvet and green metallic cloth The bridesmaids included Katherine Plumb Mrs Roy Case Mrs Frederick Silliman and Mrs Artur Powell Betty Burns acted as flower girl George Brown served as best man with ushers Cay Crispell William Lihommadie Harry Burns and Paul Brandes
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Florence Rand Stearns
Frederick W.stearna
Clinton Avenue
Milton A. Stein
William Horace Day
United Congregational Church
Miss Stearns
Dorothy Stearns
Katharine Plumb
Roy Case
Frederick Silliman
Artur Powell
Betty Burns
George Brown
Cay Crispell
Wiliam LiHommadie
Harry Burns
Paul Brandes
Bridgeport Fraternity Dance At Fair Weld Beach Pavilion
Phi Sigma Kappa members hosted a dance at Fair-Weld Beach pavilion with Murray’s Orchestra. Attendees included Mary Louise Foster Jane Jehen Julia Farnam Elizabeth Warnam Kathryn McElroy Anna Burke and others from New York Stamford and New Haven. A Ladies of the G A R Sewing circle meeting and a Jewish Orphan Asylum concert fundraiser were also noted. Preparations for a bridal party dinner and a bridge club event were listed among city social happenings. One thousand boy scouts were farming potatoes in Virginia amid a large migration northward with potential crop loss.
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Phi Sigma Kappa College
Bridgeport
Fair- Weld Beach
A ‘Murray
Mary Louise Foster
Jane Jehen
Julia Farnam
Elizabeth Warnam
Kathryn McElroy
Elizabeth ‘McElroy
Anna Burke
Ann Hatheway
Thet Donovan
Emma Adams
Stammith
New York
Mildred Provost
Stamnford
Kathryn Hull
Bristol
Harold J. Dorus
Area Walters
Frank Meaney
Dorus
Assessor Clerkship Update and Murder Verdict Report
Twenty years ago notes show Lynn W Wilson withdrawn from the assessors clerkship race with F J Hughes substituted. The trial of Nicodem Imposino ends with a verdict of guilty in the first degree. attorney Chamberlain seeks a stay. Alderman James R Thompson denies a rumor linking him to land records indexing. his sole candidate is Judge Patrick Kane. Setzer's advertises cheap meats and poultry in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Assessors
Lynn W. Wilson
F. J. Hughes
Wilson
Nicodemo Imposino
Chamberlain
James R. Thompson
Ppatrick Kane
Milan Liberal Association Protest Criticizes Internal War Policy
The Corriere della Sera quotes a protest from Milan to Minister Signor Canepa accusing the government of wasteful and weak policy. It names foes within as those publically or covertly opposing the war, undermining national resistance and sowing discontent among peasants and workers.
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Milan
Italy
Corriere Della Sera
Liberal Association of Milan
Signor Canepa
Corriere
Liberal Association
Irwin obtains temporary injunction over billboard in Stamford
Paul G. Irwin claimed ad sign construction on Main Street Stamford intruded on his land and caused nuisance. A temporary injunction against Smith 101 Tire Co. restrains further work on the sign as papers in the Stamford superior court proceedings were filed Saturday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul G. Irwin
Smith “101” Tire Co
Stamford
Irwin
Main Street
Masonic Lodges Observe 200th Revival Anniversary Ceremony
Masonic bodies St John’s Lodge No 3 and Corinthian Lodge No 104 A F and M plan a 200th anniversary celebration at the Masonic Temple tonight with grand officers of the order to attend. Noted guests include M W Grand Master Leonard J Nickerson D D Grand Master Harry Scofield and Rev J R Danforth. Apollo Quartet to perform a patriotic program in support of wartime efforts. Arrangements by Charles W Wilson Ivan H Bradley William A Lewis Frank M Canfield Edward T Price Samuel W Davis.
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St. John’s Lodge
Corinthian Lodge
A. F
Masonic Temple
Leonard J. Nickerson
M. W
Connecticut
Harry G. Scofield
D. D
J. R. Danforth
John Rodemeyer
Apollo Quartet
America
Charles W. Wilson
Ivan H. Bradley
William A. Lewis
Frank M. Canfield
Edward T. Price
Samuel W Davis
British profiteering claim on meat profits sparked by London letter
Lord Inchcape of Peninsular and Oriental argues before the food control body that Australian meat pricing, freight costs, and war insurance push beef and mutton from 10 to 13 cents a pound at the quay in London. He asserts shipowners and farmers are not profiteers while noting government wholesale at 20 cents and consumer prices of 32 to 38 cents.
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London
Lord Inchcape
Peninsular,and Oriental Steamship Company
Times
Australia
Free Board
Toronto warned on debt growth and tax impact
Toronto City finances face caution as Commissioner Bradshaw reports a 285 percent rise in gross funded debt over a decade, with 1917 adding 10 million to war costs. He urges self supporting undertakings, installment repayments over sinking funds, and tax increases to meet obligations.
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Toronto
Ont
Thomas Bradshaw
Civic Car
Abbatotr
Exhibition Park
Registry Office
Toronto Street Railway
Bradshaw
Charities Department Report Delayed Yet Again
The charities department report, though prepared, has not been filed since the week began. It was promised for Monday. Commissioners had not signed it yesterday, but officials said it would go to the commissioners for signatures and then be filed with the city auditor today.
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Charities Department
Practical wedding gift suggestions for mantel clocks and tableware
New eight day mantel clocks range four to twelve dollars with new silver plated ware patterns from Rogers and Oneida. Complete chests and single pieces priced five to twenty dollars, cut glass water sets from four to fifteen dollars, plus other pieces. Headquartered for engagements and wedding rings, with graduation presents and guaranteed satisfaction.
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Rogers and Oneida
Fruit-a-tives End Indigestion and Constipation
Corine Gaudreau credits Fruit-a-tives with curing years of indigestion and constipation after a neighbor’s suggestion. The letter urges others with indigestion, constipation, or headaches to try the product and notes pricing 50c per box, six for 2.50, 25c trial size, available at dealers or by mail.
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Corine Gaudreau
Remonstrants Oppose Cohen Saloon Transfer
A bid to transfer a saloon to the Wood and Suburban avenues area drew a remonstrance signed by 57 property owners. Jacob Cohen, at 760 Pembroke Street, seeks the transfer and says a Stratfield life saving station would be profitable. Signers include former State Senator Christian M. Newman and Dr. C. N. Payne. Opponents argue residential setting and inadequate police protection. Hearing date not yet set.
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Wood
Jacob Cohen
Pembroke Street
Stratfield
Christian M. Newman
M. E. Brewster-Greene
O. H. Brothwell
C. N. Payne
Short Circuits Trigger Two Fires at Locomobile Grounds
Two separate blazes occurred this morning due to electrical short circuits. An auto valued around seven thousand dollars burned, with three thousand dollars in damage to the shed roof and vehicle parts. a trolley car fire on Catharine and Main streets was extinguished by chemicals.
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Locomobile Co
Chemical
Catherine
Main Streets
Dutch Heroism Through Time Spurred By Flooded Amsterdam
A compact chronicle notes Dutch heroism across epochs, from Utrecht 1620 defense by flooding to 1794 Charleroi surrender and Napoleon’s 1815 farewell. It references American retail firms, a Bank of England twist, and historic courage amid conflict.
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France
Utrecht
Amsterdam
Fee
Holland
Jonathan Wild
Tyburn
Charleroi
Jourdan
Napoleon
Spaniards Prefer Bull Fights Over Boxing Brutality
A biased column argues Spaniards respect bullfights more than boxing, contrasting cultural views with Anglo Saxon sports. It cites a sensational Santander bullfight four years ago promising an all star lineup, 18 bulls, and possible rider fatalities, while suggesting boxing would shock Spaniards as ungentlemanly. It also notes a Chicago board trip to Washington and a report on German heat and Danish drought context.
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Santander
Spain
Mama
Papa
Willie
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