Democratic Convention Fret Rounds in Baltimore
The text reflects on the 1908 Democratic Convention dynamics with Alton B. Parker backing and William Jennings Bryan’s influence. It discusses factional divides between conservative and progressive wings, the role of party leaders, and the anticipated impact on presumptive nominees like Wilson or a Connecticut candidate. Bridgeport is named in critique of local public service and civic pride.
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Baltimore
William Jennings Bryan
Alton B. Parker
Swan
Democratic Party
Gonserya
Chemup Govetzior Wilson
Enforcing City Laws Against Trolley Firms Sparks Debate
A discussion on municipal powers cites Bridgeport and other cities where laws allow authorities to order trolley operators to repair sidewalks and streets. Critics argue enforcement is biased by ties to powerful firms, harming traffic safety and city welfare.
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Aes
Government
Connd
Bridgeport
Sixth sense and machines in Hiram Maxim’s view
The text discusses Sir Hiram Maxim’s notion of a sixth sense beyond the five human senses. He imagines a mechanical detector that could sense distant objects and function irrespective of weather, using devices akin to an iceberg detector. The passage frames humans as beginners in knowledge, likening them to children in a kindergarten.
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Hiram Maxim
Hiram
Menses
Siz
Maxim
Missing East Hartford man George Hewitt reported with cash
George Hewitt of East Hartford has been missing from his home since Friday. He was last seen with a large sum of money. Post offices at Gilntap Glastonbury Manchester raised postal class from third to second and Falls Village from fourth to third.
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George Hewitt
East Hartford
Gilntap
Glastonbury
Manchester
Falls Village
First North American Glass Factory Opens in Brooklyn
That 158 years ago the first glass factory began in Brooklyn under Dutch proprietor Bam ber'. It struggled until about 35 years later when a Boston plant proved profitable. Invention credited to Phoenicians, with early work in Egypt and China. Pressed glass born 1827 in Massachusetts. U S glass industry now has 363 plants, $130 million invested, $60 million annual output.
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North America
Brooklyn
Bamber
Boston
Egypt
China
Massachusetts
United States
Blind and Deaf Genius Miss Keller Inspires Faith Hope
The article honors Helen Keller born 1880 in Tuscumbia Alabama, noting her blindness and deafness since nineteen months and praising her intellect. It links her to socialism, cites her education at Radcliffe and writings, and envisions a future without war rooted in humanity.
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Herbert
Spencer
Helen Keller
Miss Keller
Eugene
V. Pebe
Herr Bebel
Miss’ Keller
Adams Keller
Jorn
Tuscumbia
Ala
George R
Schenectady
N. XY
Keller
Board of Public Welfare
Alexander ‘Ood
Virginia
New England
United States
Miss. Keller
Amhersts Sabrina and the wandering statue tale
A long-remembered Amherst prank centers on the scantily clad statue Sabrina titled as a campus mischief. Students stole and moved the statue across states and ships while faculty debated the defiant satire, a century later recalled alongside other historical notes.
Early 1900s unrest and slayings reported abroad
The article notes violent events among British settlers and native tribes, mentioning a massacre near Big Hot and attributed casualties to native action. It references Gen Custer and his command, with a Roches ter source citing a sensational claim about sacrifices by Indians. A local ad praises Foley Kidney Pills through L F Curtis.
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Apy Soakt Nurghers
Chsivat
Ne Fite
Big Hot
Sue “Custer
Charles Dable
Rochester
N. Y
Foley Klaner
Mr. Sable
Foley Kifin
L. F. Curtissahé
Newtown Alumni Banquet Highlights School Spirit
The Newtown High School Alumni Association held a large meeting at Grand Central with Rev. Sinnott and other speakers stressing loyalty to the high school. Papers on suffrage and anti suffrage were read, broader interests promoted, and plans set for teacher appointments and school repairs amid debates over hiring a Normal graduate.
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Newtown High School
Alwatni Wae
Grand Central
Essie Ferris
George
George T. Sinnott
P. F. Ting
Charles
G. Meeker
Princ
EB. Carpenter
Leonard M.*johnson
Peach
Wmn. H. Stevens
Aso
Smith’s College
May J. Egan
Charles .G. Meeker
P.F. Keating
Caesar
Daniel Honan
Los
Daniel Homen
Marguerite ‘Avanaugh
Anna Ruffies
Mary ‘Ely
Benjamin Smith
May Houlihan
Helen Houlihan
Ansa Keane
Mary Fairchild
Clarice Botsford
Anna Houlihan
Ruth Ruffles
Anpa
L. Carilon
Wivigcoh
Annie G. Murphy
Edith
Northro
Bessie Raffles
Marguerite Beecher
Horace A. Smith
James A. Peck
L. Phillips Morris
Catherine A’ Lester
Helen M. Keane
Joseph
Keyne
Gorge M. Ferris
W.L. Carpenter
Leonard
Johnson
Laura D. Curtis
Lillian
Troy
Allison
P. ‘Smith
Charles G. Meeker
George "T.sinnott
H. George
P. F. Keating
James W. Gordon
J. B.woodhull
Oscar Pughler
A. B. Blakeman
Margaret Houlihan
H .Center School
Souteey
Circus Clowning Elevates to Fine Art in Modern Shows
Analysis notes that modern circuses reframe clowns as multifaceted artists. Clowns must perform makeup artistry and roving character changes, embodying roles from Pierrot to confidence man. The act is now a theater piece, rehearsed with the same care as Hamlet.
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Ee Peat
Victor Hugo
Song
Sally
Chung
Barnum, and Bailey
Tate
Azes Ann
Tiz Grandma Foot Remedy Ad Claims Pain Relief
An old fashioned advertisement touts TIZ as superior for bunions callouses and tender feet. It promises feet feel young and strong after first use and urges readers to order by mail from department and general stores.
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TIZ
Ty Byai Dottig
Period Childrens Suits and Furnishings Advertised
The notice advertises children's suits priced from $1.25 to $4.50 with options in black navy mohair and Bay Scotch plaid collar facings. It mentions one piece suits for children aged 10 to 14 and references period furnishings on display near a Tea Room wall.
Freyler’s Rathskeller to Open by September
Freyler plans to open a large rathskeller and banquet rooms extending from infield avenue to Elm Street with 360 seating. An Elm Street entrance will resemble an Han villa. Two orchestras will enhance the attraction, a Hungarian women’s group for the dirge and a male ensemble for the rathskeller.
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Freyler
Infield Avenue
Elm Street
MISS HOUSE AND MR WITTSSTEIN TO HEAD SUMMER SCHOOL
Two top city teachers have been secured by the Young Men's Association to lead the summer school for boys and girls opening Monday July 22. Mr Wittstein of the High School will direct the high school program and has many applications. Miss House will supervise eighth grade makeup work and is praised for efficiency and dedication. The Y A regards the selections as highly fortunate.
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Young Men's Aaaian Association
Sinter School
Soya
Wittstein
Y. A
Lina
House
Eee Sais
Cie
Coarmina
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