Platt breaks silence as New Republicanism shifts pace
Former New York boss Thomas C. Platt, long a private power in the Republican ranks, speaks publicly after retirement. He predicts Roosevelt’s challenge to remain a force while noting intraparty maneuvering that placed Governor and ticket choices under strong influence amid historic party dynamics.
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Opening Blunder Delays Taft Reform Push in Congress
Article outlines early week hopes for insurgent Republicans to reform House rules by creating a committee on committees and limiting Speaker Cannon. By week’s end President Taft and Senator Aldrich oppose the move, risking retribution against insurgents and shaping the administration’s standing.
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Impulsive insanity as defense in Matra murder trial
A historical column notes varied murder pleas including an impulsive insanity defense and sympathy for aut motorists. It discusses Hartford Courant recommendations, international peace proposals with Britain, and ideas on naval expansion and gold export restart influencing money markets.
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Carnegie
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Pacific
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Philippines
Atlantic
Fairfield lecture and local water woes mix with town news
A Tuesday evening lecture by Mr. Whittaker on tree care drew a distracted crowd as his uneven delivery and wandering focus frustrated listeners. Town water concerns persist with odor and taste complaints. chemist finds water chemically clean but notes hard, mineral-heavy content from old lead pipes and cisterns. Other items mention Emma Wakeman’s visit to Westport, insurance adjusters handling Tyson Rubber losses, boxing admonitions at Hope Chapel, and local club activities with Mrs Guilbert hosting and Women’s Clubs paper.
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Jabez Backus
Joseph Fr. Hrathwell
Atlows
Stratford Weather Fails and Local Social Notes
Unsettled weather in Stratford brings rain snow and fog. church event at North Main street aids the La Giles Aid Society with performers from Bridgeport. wedding plans for Peck Pairchild in mid April. Bermuda sailing trip for Town Clerk Stagg and wife. town buzzes with parades and local movements amid brisk social activity and property news.
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Something New Scarfs Pins Brooch and Hell Pins
Henry c Reid on Main Street unveils Stepring Styles with new scarf pins and brooches including novelty Hell Pins. Advert reads Phony 21 16 and lists shop locations on Neer Bank Street.
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