Death of Constans removes notable diplomatic figure
Paris May 10 Jean Constans former ambassador of France at Constantinople dies. The long time minister of the interior during the Boulanger era is recalled for his uncompromising stance that helped drive General Boulanger into exile. His career, noted for calm defense of power, ends as contemporaries remember his bold yet refined mind.
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Paris
Jean Constans
France
Constantinople
General Boulanger
M. Constays
Silhou
Boulanger
Ministry of the Interior
M. Constans
Tarques Loula David Paintings Exhibit Opened
Tarques Loula David and his pupils are showcased in a new exhibit praised for historical and artistic value. Anstole France owns a sketch book David drew for his Coronation of Napoleon, found on Paris quays among second-hand stalls. France paid five cents for the book, no haggling.
Mayer Weds Sweetheart in Handcuffs Before Penal Deportation
Pierre Nolist, condemned to twelve years for complicity in a murder, obtained government permission to marry his sweetheart Jeanne Boulicot before departing for a French penal settlement. The ceremony in the mayor's office was attended by inspectors who served as witnesses, and the couple were allowed brief freedom during the rite. The pending prison term does not appear to be affected by the marriage.
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Pierre Nolist
M_ Clerc
Versailles
Stethetl
Madermoiselle Jeanne Boulicot
Narrow escape as runaway horse plows through Westport
Mrs. Charles Kemper Jr narrowly escaped serious injury when a spirited horse she was guiding bolted through Westport. Samuel Coulter and Darrow stopped the animal after seizing the bridle. Mrs. Kemper was bruised but unharmed and taken home. The horse and buggy were damaged. rescue praised by onlookers.
Uneeda Biscuit brings bakery to you for five cents
National Biscuit Company promotes Uneeda Biscuit as crisp fresh baked crackers that supply stamina for workers and strength for the delicate, suitable for the whole family including little folks, at five cents.
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Uneeda Biscuit
U Receipts Vast Amusement Revenue in Paris
Statistics show Paris amusement receipts for 1512 surpassing 13 million dollars, up from 11.5 million in 1911. Moving picture houses number in the hundreds and some total 300 thousand dollars in yearly receipts. The Opera leads with about 600 thousand dollars due to many foreign visitors, sustaining steady audiences year round.
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Paris
Moving Picture Theatres
Foreclosures and local notices fill Fairfield town records
Notices filed with the town clerk reveal foreclosures of mortgages in Fairfield. cases include Daniel M. Nichols vs Frederick M. Rogers and Emma H. Allen vs Rogers, with Burr & Knepp of Bridgeport as original mortgagees. A Bridgeport Bank suit against Alfred S. Perry seeks late mortgage action. Deeds and mortgages involve properties on Greenfield Hill and Elliot Street, plus a Petier-Lachman mortgage secured by about 2312 acres. Community updates mention Southport Library programs, a Fairfield East West church reunification plan, local school discussions, a South Norwalk railroad excursion, and temporary water pressure changes at Lamp Mortar reservoir.
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Daniel M. Nichols
Frederick M. Rogers
Emma H. Allen
Burr & Knepp
Bridgeport
Pete Reeeneers
Fox
Meretee
Bridgeport Bank
Alfred S. Perry
Superior Court
Peirfield County
Elliot Street
Josep Tachman
Greenfield Hill
Herman and
Herminie Petier
New York
Petiera
Lachman
Charlies Langenberg
Wirt
Robert Dickie, Jr
Wiliam Dickie
Oli
Holland Hill
Paeiatads Chitpem Tia
Faisicks Repair
Eset of Schools
GCC
Southport
Bowman
Westport
Westporta
Biss
Downie & Wheeler
Norwalk
Fairfield
Issac Goldstein
Fairfield West Consociation of
Congregational Churches
Fairfield East
Morgan Millar
Olivet Church
P. HE. Mathias
King’s Highway
Congregational Church
South
Faust
West
Sherman
Wheeler Lot
Birr
Pairfield Beach
Bridgeport Hydraulic Com
Lamp Mortar
Death of Charles Howard Srustand Shocks Sandy Hook
Newtown on May 10 reports the death of Charles Howard Srustand at his New York home, casting gloom over Sandy Hook where he spent his youth. Funeral from his late home with White Plains burial. local K of C representatives chosen for state convention in Danbury. The town hall concert by the Sandy Hook band drew nearly all residents, praising leader Arthur Beard for courage leading to success.
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Newtown
Charles Howard Srustand
Hauriet Beers
New York
Sandy Hook
White Plains
John F. Houviihan
Michael H. Brennen
Putnam Council
Andrew Egan
Palestine
Danbury ‘High School
Thomas F. Brew
P. F. Keating
Mirror advice and local notices from Newtown scene
A column of home tips urges women to use mirrors to check their hair and grooming, then shifts to a Newtown roundup. It covers a Bend of civic events. church night, a temple program, and musical performances by the Sandy Band led by Arthur Beard. Updates include clergy talks, farm notes, plant frost, tent worm, and local officials’ promotions, plus church social plans and Grange activities.
Easton Church News and Local Social Snaps
Easton news notes Easter Center service by Bishop Brewster at Christ Church with Rev. Jepson to lead Holy Communion Sunday. Local residents Adele Ruman Miss Ida Tarbell Rock House and many others appear in brief social mentions including visits, guest stays, new purchases and travel across Easton Bridgeport and nearby towns.
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Ida Tarbell
Rock House
J. Walker Sherwood
East Orange
N. J
John Broadbin
Bridgeport
Ambrose Mersh
Sport Hill
Thomas Kelly
White
Fred Silliman
Mary Silliman
William
Gallup
Woodstock
J. Wakeman Hill
Clarence A. Jennings
Charles Lacy
Monroe Grange
Hazel E. Sherwood
A. Florence Nichols
Redding
Miss Nichols
Academy
Fred Lyford
Bridgepart
G. Burr Tucker
Mildred Ferris
Mary S. Ferris
Park City
Andrews
Clarence B. Andrews
Harry S. Howards of
Stratfield
Frank Edwards
Platteville
Sunday services at South Congregational Church and Salvation Army events
Sunday schedule lists services at South Congregational Church with Rev. Swain and Rev. Leete, plus Sunday School, Junior Endeavor, Christian Endeavor, and a union evening lecture. Salvation Army at Pim Street features Adjutant Atkinson and Ensign Tyler leading services with songs. Monday evening Captain MacHoldt and New Haven brass quartet conduct. Also a scalp specialist ad for Harriet E. Sherwood at 1115 Main St. 527.
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South Congregational Church
Corner Broad
Gilbert Streets
Richard L. Swain
Wm. W. Leete
Dwight Place Church
New Haven
Junior Endeavor
Christian Endeavor
Deere
North
South
Salvation Army
Pim Street
B. J. Atkinson
Ensign
Alfred Tyler
Hartford
Wallace MacHoldt
Strike Riots Prompt Troops to Quell Syracuse Violence
In Syracuse New York officials feared a fresh outbreak as police soldiers and militiamen guarded the city. Past clashes injured about twenty with most rioters foreign born. State Guard infantry was deployed with orders to shoot if necessary to restore order.
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Syracuse
N. Y
State Guard
Orgers
Fraternities Launch Esquire Rank Ceremonies and Socials
At Joseph Dodwall lodge Knights of Pythias four candidates were conferred the rank of Esquire last evening. Next Friday will see the Knight rank exemplified with a social session and refreshments. A larger crowd prompted plans to repeat Chester Oak lodge of Hartford’s first degree in full next Monday with the same degree team. Nathaniel Wheeler F of A organized a degree team. Nathaniel Burrell was chosen captain and volunteers are forming the team. Tomorrow a first drill will be held in Forester hall. Mothers Day will be observed by the Boys' Brigades with carnations. Bridgeport High School seniors entertained at Slocum gym with an informal dance. The Poetronesses included Miss May G Wee and others. decor by Speifel's orchestra provided the music. One cent per word want ads.
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Honore Champion
Buksis
Champion
Academy of Inscriptions and Belles Lettres
Academy
Quai Malaquais
Duke d’Aumale
Paris
Esse
Russia
Mademoiselle
Grand Duchess of
Hesse
Charles Kemper, Jr
Erro
Fan
Samuel Coulter
Brea Dacrow
E. B. Mead
Darrow
Col. Partridge
Westport
Five Hundred
Catherine Smith
Riverside Avenue
Gladys Keith
Harold Keith
Christchurch
Warren Schofield
Nor
Bridgeport
A. G. Southey
Mary A. Underwood
A. F
Chauncey B. Brewster
Trinity Church
So. Norwalk
Downie and Wheeler
Josshnph Dowdall
K. of P
Joseph Dodwall
Knights of Pythias
Chester Oak Lodge
Hartford
Samuel H. Harris Lodge
Order
Nathaniel Wheeler
F. of A
Nathaniel Burrell
Asa
Forester Hall
Bridgeport High School
Slocum
Granasium
Court Exchange
Isdles
Thomas Lesher
May G. Wee
Margaret Somerset
Edward Casey
Bill
Marjorie Judy
Harold White
Frank Smith
Speifel
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Gare du Nord
Secret Service
M. Loubet
Constana
M. Constank
Czarina
Davipus
Mayer
National Biscuit Company
Mirror
Hobart Warner
Mary Warner
Miss Warner
William Hayes
Beard
Edwin Ie
Arthur Beard
J. H. George
Fairfield Clerical Association
Episcopal Diocese of
Connecticut
Brewster
Samuel Strisik
Botsford
Pootatuck
Derby Road
Stevenson
Josiah B. Downs
Zoar Bridge
Men’s Federation
T. J. Lee
Oscar Maurer
D. D
Center Church
St. Rose’s
Fabric Fire Hose Company
St. Mary's Hall
Grant Nutting
Highland Division
Hawleyville
F. E. Blakeman
Oroneque
Pepaicel
Easton
Harriet E. Sherwood
Security
Main St
Ormer
Bucs
Pril
Boys’ Brigades
Igen
William Bernhard
White Mountain
N. Buckingham & Co
State Street
Alwaxe
Bridgeport Steam Carpet Cleaning CO
Stratford Avenue
Carmel
Sprague
Becegue Lee Te Coee Eae Avenue Bridge
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Main Street
Iory & CO. Ca
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