Robbery, drought and notices flood Wilton and Bridgeport
A Wilton wagon robbery yields goods valued at 450 dollars traced to two suspects in Norwalk with one man later captured near Bridgeport. The drought dominates regional news with extreme heat affecting Virginia and North Carolina crops and an Egyptian plague note. Local updates cover death of centenarian Aunt Judd, superintendent changes at Pacific Iron Works, and a plan to send Fire Chief Beardslee to London. Police and civic notes include a Milford bond for signal system, Hibernian Rifles debate, Tramps’ retreat closure, hospital cases, licenses issued, and Bridgeport high school baseball victory over Hillhouse with standout performances.
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Wilton
Russell Hoyt
Danbury
Norwalk
Ddiesex
Firet
Thas
Bela Goa
Fifty Years Ago Sirrett and Gardner Win
A fragmentary report recalls a late match with Sirrett and Gardner victorious amid about 200 spectators. It notes Wilkinson, Serritt, and Gardner in first and second innings, umpired by Walter Hotchkiss, plus local notices on East Bridgeport baseball and a looming Peachomock challenge set for May 30 at 3 p.m.
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Sirrett
Gardner
Indian Appointed to The Military Academy
Sylvester Chahuska Lons-Lance, a full blooded Cherokee, is appointed by President Wilson to West Point entry next March. Born in North Carolina, Carlisle graduate, he earned honors at Syracuse, excelled in football, defeating Jim Thorpe in a mile race. He is the third Indian named to West Point. Prohibition went into effect in Geor
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Sylvester Chahuska Lons- Lance
Wilson
West Point
Long-Lance
Carlisle
Syracuse University
Jim Thorpe
Michael H Lynch Dies After Long Health Battle
Michael Henry Lynch eldest son of Hiron and the late Thomas Lynch of 77 Noble Avenue died just before midnight Saturday after a long illness. A Bridgeport area figure in baseball and art, he served as a postal carrier and sought recovery in Colorado. Survived by his mother sister and six brothers. funeral at St Charles tomorrow with requiem mass. He was active in St Joseph's T T B association and other local groups. President Wilson restored 16884 acres in Cleveland National Forest for settlement June 26 to July 23.
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Michael Henry Lynch
Hiron
Thomas Lynch
Noble Avenue
Lynch
Michael H. Lynch
Dick" McMahon
Tom” Malone
Billy” Lush
Victor
Bridgeport
Southall
Civil Service
Fores
W. H. Marigold
Lint
Elt
Colorado
Fien
St. Charles
Miss Mary
Thomas
James
George
Walter
Irving
William J. Lynch
Pittsfield Electric Co
Pittsfield
Mass
St. Joseph's
Wilson
Cleveland National Forest
California
Father John's Medicine Highlights Bold Child Care Claims
In a letter from Mrs. John O. Bell of Frankford Pennsylvania she praises Father John's Medicine for improving her sons health. She notes long use for the oldest child since age three and says she feels better herself. The product is described as alcohol free safe for the family and a pure food medicine building tissue and strength.
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John
John’s
Howard M. Bell
Junior O. Bell
Igre
New Policemen Trained In Revolver Use And Uniform Changes
Andrew J. Palmer to train new policemen in revolver handling and gun practice for current officers. Depot security staff to receive uniforms similar to New York styles with winter belts and long coats. Winter gear includes billy and revolver pockets. summer blouse features standing collar. Resignation of Mrs Hurrowehs accepted. Mrs Toba Schread named stenographer. New special policemen appointed for the New Haven road and local city duties. Memorial notices issued as staff changes occur. new corps to appear this week with regular duty beginning May 16.
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Andrew J. Palmer
Hazelwood Avenue
Bridgesport Gas Light Co
National Rifles& Revolver Aasociation
Remington Arms Guards
New York
Kate 4
Hurrowehs
Toba G. Schread
Dmund J. Byrne
Alfred L. Mercier
New Haven Road
Joseph J. Quimmatius
James Street
Thomas ©. Fox
Fairfield Avenue
Fragmented OCR Narrative From a Religious Assembly
Murmured phrases from a late night gathering reference Saint Genree and Moder Cmeone. The account mentions Methodiat church Reloceree M. Esrown and elites discussing fear, a Five location, parade, and concerns over rising demands and tension within the group.
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Leen
Bude
Methodiat Church
Hedr
M. Esrown
Andrens
George
Orage
Lovee
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Lesistecture Et Lain
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Judd
Adelaide Bloom
Main Street
George Washington
Nelson Judd
Black Rock
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Pacific Iron Works
Smith
Charles L. Libby
Bullard Machine Tool Co
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London
Sena
Board of Aldermen
Milford Electrical Co
B. M. Gordon
Birmingham
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Knights
Meriden
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Makin
T. J. Murphy
T. F. O'Rourke
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Cent Carten
Tramps
Hobos
Dave Jack
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Skedaddie
Dora
Edward Provandie
George Street
Dr. Lockhart
Fanny Swartz
Hanover Street
State Street
Eugene L. Sullivan
East Main
Sophia, Jones
Stephen Lesko
John Schieck
Pembroke
John Gallagher
Water Charles
P. ‘Dimmick
Bank
John Clancy
Hurd Avenue
John ‘Lesko
Spruce Street
Wallace Wright
F. D. Booth
Karl O. Cyrus
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Michael A. Nolan
Strastora
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Quinn
Keane
Goddard
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Woods
Chimmy" Kelly
Bridge
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Michael Masterton
Public Works Department
B. D. Pierce Co
John Woods
Willie Noble
William Leonard
Rockaway
Grey
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S Wilkinson
W. Serritt
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Etsealciee
Steuben House
John Lawrence
Eceuny
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