Man Found Hiding Under Bed in Ongoing Trial
The case against Joseph Sullivan, tied to a theft involving a fob and watch chain once owned by Arthur J. Coughlin, was continued until Saturday morning by Judge Frank L. Wilfer in city court. Sullivan claimed the items hid under the bed out of modesty and was found in pajamas in the hallway. bonds were set at $50.
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Joseph Sullivan
Frank L.wilfer
Sullivan Anes
Saba
Arthur J. Coughlin
Pale Street
Jcfon
Sullivan
Sontines
Coughlin
Née
Masschusetts
Health Department Begins Spring Work Tour Led by Howard Dunbar
Health officials launched spring inspection and outreach efforts led by Howard Dunbar, the department chief, as they began a series of tours to assess community health needs and promote preventive care. The initiative aims to boost vaccination outreach, school health checks, and public wellness programs across the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stam
Howard Dunbar
Michael
Denied Bulgarian peace talks rumor circulates in Vienna
A May 2 telegram from Sofia dismissed as untrue reports that Bulgaria sought a separate peace. The Bulgarian envoy Tonchev and attache Tehervindov, alongside a Turkish delegate, allegedly opened peace negotiations with unnamed parties. The Vienna denial states the Geneva trip caused the rumor and had no connection to any peace efforts.
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Berlin
Sofia
Photgarin
Vienna
A. Tonchew
Switzerland
M. Tehervindov
Geentepte
Maj. Wm. F. Bidwell Dies in Dayville Conn
Maj Wm F Bidwell a former postmaster and longtime hero of the old Third Infantry died at his Dayville home after a lengthy illness His death was announced today from Dayville Conn with details noting his service and rank and his family remaining by him.
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Dayville
Conn
Fam F. Bidwell
Old Third Infantry Regiment
CN. G
Hitness
Conservationists at Bow Washington Meet Faces Over Waterpower Stance
Delegates to the national conservation congress in Bow Washington debated whether to retain opposition to removing undeveloped waterpower sites from public ownership. A forestry report urged expanding forest cultivation by federal, state, and municipal governments as a national defense measure.
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Washington
National Conservation Congress
Secason
Cold Weather Triggers Bleeding Nose for Local Man
William Fagan, 25, of 231 Grove Street, suffered a daylong bloody nose after a cold became head congestion. He sought emergency care where Dr. B. B. Weldon packed the nostrils to stop the bleeding.
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William Fagan
Grove Street
Fagan
B. B. Weldon
Weather Forecast for Montana Region
Fragmentary forecast notes a western district cool air over Montana with rising moonset. Mentions low temperatures in western districts and a time stamp about early morning hours. No further specific data or structured weather details are readable.
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Montana
Destroying Moles Special Trap Guide For Effective Control
A long article on mole control details trap types harpoon scissor jaw and choker, setup tips for aligning traps near surface ridges and how to observe runs. It covers bait methods including corn and peanuts, levels of soil, and notes on using glass jars to trap moles. It also cites Farmers Bulletin 783 for further information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Heart Disease Threat to Public Health Grows
An editorial urges rapid, social medical response to rising heart disease deaths, comparing progress against tuberculosis and urging early prevention in children. It highlights New York and Worcester data, advocates home care with social support, and calls for open accessible schooling and vocational planning for affected youths.
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New York
Worcester
Mass
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston
Town Beautiful Movement Critiques Building Style Standards
Opinion piece argues that while civic cleanliness helps, strict building regulations would slow reform and graft risks. It praises personal property rights yet warns flimsy or flashy structures can hurt town appearance and values.
A Theory of Distributing Farm Products
The Nation faces the challenge of moving farm produce efficiently and cheaply. The National Agriculture Society pushes cooperation and local depots with storage and refrigeration. Publicity through newspapers could drive demand for nearby stock, lowering costs and profits. A regular feature could inform readers without large display needs.
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National Agriculture Society
New York
Scarce Office Space In Bridgeport’s Business Blocks
A Bridgeport report notes a notable shortage of upstairs offices as investors struggle for high returns. Builders fill major blocks, with Warner Newfield Security Connecticut Meigs Lincoln and First Bridgeport National Bank structures near full occupancy. Officials predict continued demand may spur new construction and renovations on Main Street to accommodate tenants.
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Bridgeport
Newness Enterprise
Warner and Newfield
Security
City Savings Bank
Connecticut Bank
Meigs
Lincoln
First Bridgeport National Bank
Main Street
Motorist claims muffler ignorance in city court
Oliver Chamberlain of 254 Stratford avenue told Judge Frank J. Wilder he did not know what a muffler looked like and believed he had none on his car. Arrested by Motorcycle Policeman Herbert Liggins he was charged with operating a motor vehicle with the muffler open within city limits. He admitted he did not know what a muffler was and said if it was open it was news to him. He was fined five dollars and costs.
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Oliver Chamberlain
Stratford Avenue
Frank J. Wilder
Chamberlain
Herbert Liggins
Military Camps Open Fort Oglethorpe Ga May 3
The southern military training camp opened at Fort Oglethorpe on May 3 with hundreds of business and professional men from across the country enlisting. Albert Dinse, 22, was sentenced to 30 days in jail by Judge Frank L. Wilder for insulting nine year old Mary Rompigno as a crowd gathered near an East Side church. Rompigno's parents Michael and after being chased, were arrested, charges later nolled.
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Fort Oglethorpe
Southern Military Training Camp
Albert Dinse
Green Street
Frank L. Wilder
Dinse
Mary Rompigno
East Side
Michael Rompigno
Wilder
President greets naval cadets on annual cruise
President Wilson welcomed the cadets of the Massachusetts Nautical School of Boston who arrived aboard the gunboat Ranger for their annual cruise. They were introduced by Representative Ganinger during the Washington visit on May 2.
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Washington
Wilson
Massachusetts Nautical School of
Boston
Ranger
Representative Ganinger
Obituary notices for Elizabeth Quinn and related deaths
Elizabeth Quinn widow of William WN Banks died at home aged 80 in Bridgeport after long residence there. Survived by daughter Mrs William Squires. Mary A Bronson died at 83 at 996 State Street, formerly of Newtown, survived by two daughters, two granddaughters, a grandson, a sister, and a sister in law. Jeremiah D Sheahan, 40, shoe clerk, died at 74 Frank Street after a lingering illness. Survived by widow Anna McDonald, mother Hanora Clampett Sheahan, five sisters, a brother, and multiple nieces and nephews. George C Falls, 24, Burns Co. driver, killed when thrown beneath wagon. survived by widow, mother, three sisters, three brothers, and a sister in Meriden. A misaddressed letter found led to initial misidentification as George Falk.
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Elizabeth Quinn
William WN. Banks
Knowltonet
Anks
Trinity M. HB. Church
Troy
William
Anne Busby Quinn
Bridgeport
William Squires
Mary A
D. W. Bronson
State Street
Jeremiah D. Sheahan
Jeremiah Sheahan
Fourth Ward
Frank Street
Mr. Sheahan
North End
Holbrook & McNamara Co
Cartwright Shoe Co
Anna
George C. Falls
The
Burns Co
William H. Falls
Lafay
Ltter
Putie
Falk
New Gasoline Oyster Boat Built for Lockwood Company
Has New Boat E L Lockwood formerly of the Standard Oyster Co built at Nypol New York. The vessel now lies at Hitchcock Engine Co being fitted with hoisting machinery for lifting operations.
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E. .L. Lockwood
Standard Oyster Co
Nypol, N
Hitchcock Engine Co
NSW ministry resigns amid push to abolish upper house
Sydney reports that the New South Wales ministry resigns due to members’ reluctance to implement abolition of the upper house, a demand by the Labor party. References also note a Royal telegram to King George concerning the Shakespeare tercentenary and other items.
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Sydney
S. W
New South Wales
Labor Party
Poincare
France
King George
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Boemer
Health Department
Maj. Wm. F. Bidwell
Bow
Pittsburgh
Penn Sugar Co
Philadelphia
Anaconda Copper Mining Co
National Conse Congress
Pershing
Namiauipa
Mexico
Columbus
N. M
Survey Press Bureau
Siome Ware
the Town Beautiful Movement
Smith-Murray
Paris
Bash Hion
Jung
Smith-Murray CO
Ee Ee
Sesaree
Wissenmaier
W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Aiate Corner
Elizabeth Quinn Banks
Mary A. Bronson
W. Menistry
Thanes
West End
P.O
U. M. C. Cna
Pittsfield Electric
Pittsfield
Dwyer
Nathaniel Wheeler
T. B. & L. Association
Wllan Lynch
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