Armers Col Roosevelt Again in Political Rhetoric
The piece reviews Roosevelt’s speechmaking as aggressive and erratic, noting his insistence on sending vastly larger forces to Mexico, his unclear reasons for fighting, and his departure from defending Belgium. It contrasts Roosevelt’s stance with Wilson’s patient diplomacy and questions the value of war power versus peace. The commentary emphasizes prudence, history, and the danger of relying on “man on horseback.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ol“ Roosevelt
United States
Wilson
Taft
Belgium
Mexico
Canal Zone
Withal
Roosevelt
Fen
Europe
Jefferson
Great Britain
France
America
Theodora Roosevelt
New Battleships for U S to Be the Biggest Yet
Washington May 1 Plans from the General Board indicate the forthcoming naval buildup will yield the largest and most powerful fleet afloat. Ten 16 inch guns featured, with a 36,000 ton displacement, amid broader plans for battle cruisers destroyers submarines gunboats a hospital ship and a fuel ship. Secretary Daniels notes emphasis on battleships and battle cruisers while opinions vary on gun calibers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
General Board
Congress
Secretary of the Navy
Daniels
Terea
Navy Department
United States Navy
Schley
Sacramento
Kanawha
Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
Rebellion in Ireland Stalls Amid Unity Failure
The article argues the Irish rebellion failed due to lack of unity among Catholics and Protestants, with many backing British policy or neutrality. It advocates leniency for captured rebels, compares to Emmet, and notes broader wartime shifts toward reconciliation rather than executions. It also mentions unrelated items: New Jersey founding celebrations, German POWs in Alberta, Alaska strike, and a Republican convention note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Ulster
Emmet
Mr. Redmond
Europe
Great Britain
France
Lincoln
Britain
Duke of Connaught Sixty-Six Today
A royal birthday item notes Prince Arthur William Patrick Albert the Duke of Connaught turns sixty six today born May 1 1850 at Buckingham Palace. The piece recalls his public service as Governor General of Canada and recounts a historic shift toward allowing chloroform in childbirth championed by the Queen over clergy opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince Arthur William Patrick Albert
Duke of Connaught
Buckingham Palace
Canada
Great Britain
Nobel Pioneers of Science
Britain
Split in Methodist Church South 1845 history recounted
A historical recap traces the formation of the Methodist Episcopal Church South in 1845 at Louisville amid slavery tensions. It notes prior 1780 and 1816 actions on slavery, the 1844 general conference, and a wartime split leaving Northern and Southern Methodists separate with over 2,000,000 members today. The article also mentions the Bulgarian embassy incident and a spring plants ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Louisville
Baltimore
Methodist General Conference
General Conference
North
Coats At Half Price and Graduation Dresses Sale
Coats from last fall offered at reduced prices in dark browns orange and old blue with similar spring styles featuring wide belts large patch pockets and unique buttons. Medium sizes only with pockets and warm tweed options. House frocks in gingham chambray and perdale wash and wear fabrics priced from 1.00 to 5.00, plus graduation dresses 3.50 to 5.50 for May and early June wear.
Ideal Telephone Stand for Familiars and Numbers
The advertisement describes a paneled telephone register under plate glass for quick number lookup. It offers a Telephone Stand with stool in fumed oak or mahogany at $8.50, plus plain top stands with accompanying stools, to be found on the F Fourth floor.
Furs and Footwear Ad Offer Care-Free Winter Removal
A newspaper ad promotes exclusive footwear for women and children plus furs and heavy coats. It invites readers to call (6200) to arrange pickup and removal, promising to take away objects until fall and relieve owners of care during the off-season.
Women’s Initial Handkerchiefs on Main Floor
Unlaundered but fine linen handkerchiefs with handmade initials offered in lots. Priced at 15 cents each, 1% per dozen, total 85 cents. Located on the main floor.
Nemo Corsets Shine In New Season Offerings
Nemo Corsets promote a busy forthcoming period under Nemo Economy Week. They announce enhanced manufacture and greater variety to protect patrons from rising prices and attract shoppers seeking value this season.
Nemo Corsets This Week At Three Prices
Nemo Self-Reducits priced at 3 4 and 5 dollars highlight the week. The Nemo corset line emphasizes healthful bridge construction durable elastic fabrics and superior comfort. Each Nemo corset promises long wear and better longevity than ordinary corsets. Buy Nemo Corsets Here This Week.
Hose varieties and prices for air steam and mats
If its hose you want any kind for any purpose step in and find what you want here. All guaranteed 5 ply 344 inch hose. 10c ft 6 ply 3 4 inch hose. 12¢ ft 7 ply 3 4 inch hose. 14¢ ft Vigo Colonial air hose steam hose mats matting.
Cigar and News Stand Opening in New Bank Building
Lewis H. Lanzell leases a ground floor booth in Bridgeport’s new First Bridgeport National Bank building. He runs a Palm Beach Breakers Hotel stand and New York cigar line, and will offer cigars tobacco confectionery newspapers and magazines. About two weeks to opening with heavy office occupancy expected to bring steady patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Bridgeport National Bank
Lewis H. Lanzell
Breakers
Palm Beach
Fla
Bridgeports
Lanzeir
New York City
Palm ‘Beach
May party to crown Howland Dry Goods couple
The Howland Dry Goods Co. mutual benefit association will crown the most popular girl and best liked young man at an old fashioned May party in Lyric hall. The masquerade dance will feature a Maypole. About 300 guests are expected. Miss Anna Flynn leads the association. Roy Standish is vice president and Miss Daisy Waldman the secretary. Directors include James Kelly and Charles Dickerson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howland Dry Goods Co
Howland Co. Mutual Benefit Association
Lyric Hall
Anna Flynn
Mesociation
Roy Standish
Daisy Waldman
George W. Barker
James Kelly
Charles Dickerson
William Howe
Frank Kenyon
Ruth Princely
Elizabeth Whaton
Edmund Godfrey
Lisle Withstanaley
Edward Wenzel
Charles Clark
Caldwell Comstock-Lyman Caldwell Wedding at New Milford
Miss Florence May Comstock daughter of Mr and Mrs C F Comstock of 156 Parallel street married Mr Lyman P Caldwell of New Milford on Saturday afternoon at the bride’s parents home Rev George O Tamblyn of Olivet Congregational church performed the ceremony The bride wore a dark blue serge and taffeta traveling suit with a lace hat Attendant was her sister Mrs Julius G Hart Best man was Harry Benedict After a wedding trip to New York Mr and Mrs Caldwell will reside in New Milford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marjorie Gregory
Margaret Christie
Ellen Hinson
Lila Gorman
Caldwell
Comstock
Florence May Comstock
C. F. Comstock
156 Parallel Street
Lyman P. Caldwell
New Milford
George O. Tamblyn
Olivet Congregational Church
Julius G. Hart
Stratford
Harry Benedict
Annie Viner
Church of Pilgrims
New York
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Bridgeport
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Col. Roosevelt
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Doten
Lethbridge
Alberta
Mississippi
Anchorage
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Alaska
Southern Methodists
Constantine
M. Isarov
OHN Reck & Son
Che
Sports
Coats
Nemo
Vigo Colonial
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Adford B. Smith
Fairfield Ave
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Philadelphia
Germany
Chilean
Chile
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