Curtiss Aero Factory Planned Move to Bridgeport
Glenn H. Curtiss, hailed as America’s foremost birdman, told a Board of Trade banquet at The Stratfield that the Curtiss aeroplane factory now at Hammondsport New York may relocate to Bridgeport. President Fred Enos announced the possibility as a major boost to local industry amid three days of aviation events at Lake Aerodrome.
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Glenn H. Curtiss
America
Board of Trade
Stratfield
the Lake Aerodrome
Curtiss Aeroplane
Hammondsport
Newark
Fred Enos
Bridgeport
Curtiss
Bridgge
Enos
Pros
Washington
Theodore G. Elly Wom
J. Eb, Fickel
Uas Roscon
George M. Eames
Charles D. Devis
J. L. McGovern
Richard Howell
W. H. Burnham
Steven F. Boucher
Hugh J. Lavery
O. Grothwell
Clemens Kloefkorn
C. S. Canfield
M. M. Downer
C. J. Take
Frank T. Staples
F. A. Bartlett
Thomas Arnold, Jr
Hugh Lavery
Common Council
Buckingsham
Mr. Curtiss
A. Holland Forbes
Forbes
Aerolab of America
Mr. Forbes
Germany
Kentucky
J. B. Fickel
U. S. Army
Kuropatkin
Mukden
Fickel
Curtiss Analyzes Kelly’s Fatal Air Crash At Fort San Antonio
In a radio interview Glenn Curtiss, famed aviation pioneer, expressed regret over Lieut George E M Kelly’s death in a Curtiss biplane at Fort San Antonio Texas. He attributed the accident to the pilot’s inexperience and dangerous ground conditions, noting the small field and treacherous air currents. Curtiss praised MacCurdy and Beachy as expert flyers.
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Glenn H. Curtiss
America
George E. M. Kelly
Fort San Antonio
Texas
Curtiss
Wither
Stratfield
Fatty Heart Kills Charles A Peck Pawn Broker in Middle Street
Charles Arthur Peck a longtime pawnbroker in Middle street died at his home 884 Stratford avenue from fatty degeneration of the heart at age 57. He remained active in business recently visiting his shop, which has been run as C. A. Peck for a year. Survived by widow, daughter Marion, sister Mrs Tin D Kyle of New Milford, and brother Walter K Peck. He was born in New Milford and known for his fine reputation.
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Charles Arthur Peck
Middle Street
Stratford Avenue
C. A. Peck
Deveau & Peck
Peck
Theodore S. Deveau
Tremont
Deveau
Beers & Deveau
Peek
New Milford
Marion
Tin D. Kyle
Walter K. Peck
Bridgeport Aviation Meet Opens With Big Promises
Exhibition day at Bridgeport aerodrome previews a weekend of spectacular flying. Curtiss McCurdy Beachey and Lieuts Pickel Ellyson inspect the field praising its size and smoothness. Wireless tests with a light 45 pound kit aim to contact the World building.
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Bridgeport
Curtis
McCurdy
Beachey
Pickel
Ellyson
Mr. Curtiss
Falmer
Fickel
Messrs
Oscar Roesen
Stevens Institute
New York World
World Building
Rosen
Curtiss
America
Beachy and McCurdy
Lake
Beachy
William U. Marigold, Jr
Aviation Grounds
Tragic Death of Beatrice Wakelee At Own Hands
Beatrice Wakelee, 20, daughter of Mr and Mrs Clinton Wakelee of 216 Benham Avenue, died by self administered poison after a dispute with her parents. She had recently endured illness and an unsuccessful attempt to canvas. Police and doctors arrived but could not save her. Her death follows a turbulent home environment and her father’s struggles with drink.
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Beatrice Wakelee
Clinton
Wakelee
Benham Avenue
Miss Wakelee
Neignit
M. J. Greenstein
O. L. Massinger
Beatrice
England
Lost in Fog Aviation Pupil Fatal Fall
Berlin May 11 an aviation pupil Herr Bekemueller while attempting a flight at Johannisthal lost his way in fog and crashed into an adjoining building instantly killed and his machine demolished New York May 1 Tom Sopwith English aviator had a narrow escape at Mineola Aviation Field a gust of wind dashed his Bleriot monoplane 50 feet to the ground Sopwith suffered a slight cut over the left eye
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Nited Press
Berlin
Johannisthal
Herr Bekemueller
New York
Tom_ Sopwith
Mineola Aviation Field
Sopwith
Personal tax collectors to begin canvass citywide
The three personal tax collectors based at City Hall will canvass residents at month’s end to reach all who owe taxes before June first. If a citizen refuses, the case is sent to prosecuting authorities. Over 2,000 have already paid, with many foreign born. The personal tax list totals 24,083. William M. Carmichael killed himself in Central Park after learning his illness was incurable. Augustus McKelvey is detained at police HQ as probate court reviews conservatorship before commitment to an institution.
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United Press
New York
William M. Carmichael
Central Park
Carmichael
Augustus McKelvey
Rebels prepare for largest battle of Mexican Revolution
United Press dispatch from Douglas Arizona May 11 reports major operations as insurgents threaten Hermosillo and Sonora. Juarez fell to rebels after Navarro surrendered with about 450 federal troops. Insurgents control key towns, siege on Torreon and Torreon area battles continue near Puebla City. Diplomatic talks in Mexico City seek foreign protection while Red Cross plans relief work in El Paso.
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Juarez
Navarro
Madero
Rabago
Agua Prieta
Naco
Insurrectos
Tia Juana
California
Ensenada
Satillos
Mexico City
Bicknell
Red Cross
Washington
el Paso
Mexico
Parras
Maderos
Torreon
Puebla City
United Press
Douglas
Ariz
Sonora
Hermosillo
Diaz
Mexican War Department
Lomelin
Giron
War Department
Steever
Tam
United States
Ae Desens
Devs
Atlixco
Pueblo City
Woman Suffrage Bill Threatens Male Electors in Connecticut
Hartford May 1 A surprising flaw in the Woman Suffrage bill could disfranchise most male electors by striking the word male from voter qualifications. Senator Paddock uncovered the effect prompting reconsideration and delay. The measure, opposed by Paddock, Barnett and Judson,faces possible killing next week unless senators reverse course. The chamber buzzed with both laughter and alarm over the discovery.
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Hartford
Connecticut
General Assembly
Garry Paddock
Senate
Paddock
Frederic A. Barnlet
Stiles Judson
Senator Paddock
Senator Judson
Woodruff
Archibald McNeil, Jr
Bridgeport
Capitol
Charges Against Fallon Dismissed by Judge Shumway
Judge Milton A. Shumway of the Superior Court dismissed the charges of unprofessional conduct against Attorney Frederick B. Fallon. The Grievance committee alleged misconduct in fee disputes with clients Walter H. Quimby Dennis E B ONeil and Concetta Arena. The decision urged adherence to the state bar ethics code and noted the matter concerned compensation controversies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick B. Fallonby
Fairfield County Bar
Milton A. Shumway
Superior Court
Walter H. Quimby
Dennis EB. O'Neil
Concetta Arena
Shumway
State Bar Association
O Neill's Manifesto and assorted notices on page 6
Classified bits announce rent for six rooms at 635 Brooks Street and four to five room flats in East End, a furnished room house for sale near Bridgeport, an anti strike notice for labor rights, and a general apprenticeship ad. Also listings for general housework, jewelry store inquiry, and a Bridgeport real estate contact.
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Brooks St. Bils
O'Neill
Columon
Brooklawn Place
Uta
Furt
East End
M. Wittstein
Main &J
Pairfield Beach
E. D. Alvord
Warner Bldg
Bridgeport
Conn
Rildate
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Curtiss Aero Factory
Farmer
Lieut
Kelly
Glenn H.curtiss
Fatty Heart
Charles A. Peck
Aerodrome
Mineola
Cripple Sicides
Huis
Kourel
Acros
San Diego
Cal
General Price
Mayor
Mexicali
Tuscan
Sasabe
Nogales
Cabral
Sarno
Tnited
Treasury
Fallon
Stratford Ave
Fairfield Ave
Lipo
W. & W. Band Whist
Lynch & Co
Golden Hot St
Main 5
Ea Ee
Clancy
Burr Road
Black Rock
Moirdels Ave
Silvt Beach
Bareaiy
Marmer_ Rios
Fairfield Avenue
Los St
East Main St
H. Fox
N. P
Locomobile Company of America
C. H. Bassett
Newtown
H. McCoombs
Main St
P. O
City
Copper State Southworth
Avenue
Water Street
McPadden
F. & M. Schaefer N
Weiner
M. McPadden
Agent Fine
James McCormick
New Vorisa
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