Bridgeport in The Olden Days 1814 revelations
From the Bridgeport Partner March 30 1814 a review of early 19th century events: British prisoners shipped to custody under Gov Shel ee. salt production at Onondaga Salt Springs 1813 totaling 226000 bushels with duty 5780 dollars. Boston contributions for benevolence near 70000 dollars. discussion of French frigates and flag interference. gambling era via a 1816 Bridgeport Farmer lottery listing prizes of 25000 and 500 dollars. social and military notes including Governor's Island soldier lost a leg. various public concerns such as a bill to curb habitual drunkenness.
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Phil
Shelee
Steves
Onondaga
Portsmouth
Boston
New York
Pittsburgh
Daniel Palmer
Governor's Island
Brooklyn
Suisen
Greenwich
Killerman
Bona
Waterloo
House of Assembly
New ‘York
Dr Eliot defers decision on England post after Taft meeting
Special from United Press reports Dr Charles W Eliot and President Taft meeting at the White House for an hour to discuss the English ambassadorship. Both sides agree no announcement will be made until a firm offer is presented. Whitelaw Reid heads to London for several months as a potential successor, with no haste shown in appointing.
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United Press
Charles W. Eliot
Harvard University
England
Whitelaw Reid
London
Knox
Dr. Biot
White House
Guard for Ex President Roosevelt in Naples
United Press reports American detectives joined Italian forces in Naples to guard ex-President Roosevelt during his Italy stay. Commander Mezzacapo vows strict order, amid fears of unfriendly acts affecting Italian immigration. preparations include a chartered vessel and international reporters.
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Naples
Roosevelt
Mezzacapo
Italy
Roose- Speede
Griscom
Mr. Roosevelt
Messina
Tosti
Hamburg
Seize Leaders in Caucasus Uprising
Reports from St. Petersburg detail a sweeping arrest operation as police raid a conspirators’ suite overlooking Nevsky Prospect. More than seventy suspects, including army officers, are detained with seized arms and funds. Authorities fear the plot may still trigger an uprising despite arrests.
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United Press
St. Petersburg
Caucasus
Nevsky Prospect
Harriman backs unite all railroads plan and big spend
Chicago observes Harriman arriving for talks with Harriman Roads officials about a national railroad merger and a $300,000,000 investment to upgrade weak lines. He says public sentiment toward railroads has shifted and plans to depart for the East tonight. Also note trout season start in the state with open season April 15 in Litchfield County restored to previous schedule.
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United Press
Chicago
E. H. Harriman
Harriman Roads
Lake Shore
Denver Chamber of Commerce
Harriman
Litchfield County
Meigs & Co celebrates 21st anniversary with Easter sale
The Meigs building at Main street and Fairfield avenue bursts with flags as the 21st anniversary sale draws shoppers from all ages. Easter wear for men women and children is offered at deep discounts with suits waists skirts and petticoats in plentiful supply. Handled gifts and souvenirs mark the weeklong celebration, ending Saturday evening when prices return to normal.
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Meigs & Co
Miies & Co
Meigs
Main Street
Fairfield Avenue
Free Gold Plated Scarf Pin Offer From Merrill Co
Thousands nationwide respond to Merrill Co offer by mail for a free gold plated scarf pin suitable for any wearer. Readers urged to send name and address with four 2 cent stamps to cover packing and postage, as a promotion for their general merchandise catalogue. Governor Lilley issues Fast Day proclamation designating Good Friday, April 9, for fasting and prayer.
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United States
Merrill Co
Broadway
New York City
Lilley
Wait Week At The D. M. Read Co Exhibition
The D M Read Co marks 1857 heritage with Wait Week. Main floor offers silks dress goods laces trimmings muslin underwear gloves neckwear shirts and ties for men. Lower floor showcases cut glass china. Furniture rooms air upholstery on third floor with new exquisite goods and carpets rugs.
Music Room Piano Recital at Wheelock Pianola Concert
Morning performances on the Wheelock Pianola from M Steinert Sons and Co followed by an afternoon concert featuring Bentley's Metropolitan Orchestra. The Criterion Four sing at each recital with Mrs. M. W. Sturtevant in dialect songs and L. C. Fenton in tenor solos. Violin solos by J. Leonard Booth.
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M. Steinert Sons and Co
Bentley
Metropolitan Orchestra
Criterion Four
M. W. Sturtevant
L. C. Fenton
J. Leonard Booth
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