Judge Foster Reported to the House Controversies on Normal School Site
The Senate debated two main issues. A $25 000 appropriation for a Waterbury normal school site was challenged as misfiled with an education committee adverse report prior. A $2 500 resolution for new uniforms for the First Company Governor's Footguard faced delays due to printer backlog and questions of proper process. The session also considered bank and taxation measures and judgeships for several towns.
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Appropriations Committee
Waterbury
Isbell
Education Committee
Perry
Senate
McNeil and Purcell
Hooker
Governor’s Footguard
An& A
Grand Avenue Bank & Trust Co
New Haven
Coses
John F. Maher
East Hartford
Harry A. Treadwell
House
Neebe
William H. Hall
M. D. O’gonnell
Stafford
Charles N. Lee
Henry M. Cowles
Farmington
Frank W. Seymour
Winchester
John B. Dillon
Bennett M. Beard
Huntington
Silsel B. Whester
Stonington
Samuel Young
Jennings
Stamford
H. Fuller
M. H. Geissler
Putnam
Samuel N. Brainard
Henry A. Jessen
Wilson
Finance
Weed
Lewis, Richards
Emery
Healy
Cadwell Nomination Raises Senate Questions in Connecticut
Governor Baldwin seeks William H. Cadwell as commissioner of the Connecticut River company, drawing surprise as many senators are unfamiliar with the company. The session also considers a one mill railroad tax increase, a uniform inheritance tax bill, and expedited passage of appropriation measures, including $20,000 for factory inspectors.
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William H. Cadwell
Senate
Baldwin
Connecticut River Company
Cadwell
House
McNeil
Appropriations Committee
Weather Forecast for Bridgeport May 23 1913
Bridgeport forecasts show unsettled weather options for tonight and tomorrow with possible shifts in temperature and conditions. Local readers should expect changing skies and prepare for variable winds and precipitation.
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Bridgeport
Conn
Sensational Runaway In Main Street In Bridgeport
Two truck horses from Bridgeport Hydraulic Co. bolted a grain wagon after occupants left it untethered. The runaway raced from Gold Street onto Main, dodging cars and pedestrians, narrowly missing a crash near Congress Street and the Wheeler auditorium precinct before workers rescued the rearing animals and brought them back to the feed store.
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Sridgeport Hydraulic Co
Gold Street
Middle Street
Bridgeport
Hydraulic Company
Wheeler Feed
Main
Gold Streets
Main Street
Congress Street
Sig Wheeler
Congres
Arch
Greene
Georges W. Turney
Died in City During May and Memorial Notices
Obituary notices list Verna B Plumb at 18 years 1 month 13 days at Beach Beach area home, Frank E Beach aged 63 years 8 months, Jeremiah F Donovan husband of Bertha Laubscher aged 48, funeral details at 1152 Main Street May 26 2 30 PM with Lakeview burial. William C Benedict age 36 years 6 months funeral at 341 Clinton Avenue May 26 2 30 PM Mt Grove Cemetery. Orlando Bartram age 81 years months 6 days funeral May 24 2 PM Seaview Avenue burial Nichols Cemetery Nichols Connecticut.
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Plumb
Verna B. Plumb
Ughter
Frank
Lizzie
Fdie Plumb
Washington Ettace
Frank E. Beach
Jeremiah F. Donovan
Bertha Laubscher
Main Street
Lakeview
Probe of Fatal Gun Explosion at Fort Moultre
A board of inquiry is appointed in Charleston to investigate the fatal explosion at Battery Lord Fort Moultre last night. The 7 inch gun killed three artillerymen and fatally wounded Captain G B G Hana of the 16th Company Coast Artillery Corps, injuring nine privates. Colonel Frederick S Strong, district commander, is at a loss to explain the blast as a flying breach block tore through a roof nearby. Captain Hana died today.
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Charleston
D. C
Battery Lord
Fort Moultre
G. B. G. Hana
Coast Artillery Corps
Frederick S. Strong
Hana
Baker Burned by Oven Back-Draught at Local Bakery
A baker, Edward Jekyl, 28 Avon Street, was badly burned on the face and hands when a back-draught from a bread oven at Adame’s Bakery, 573 East Main, enveloped him as he opened the door. He was taken to Bridgeport Hospital by emergency ambulance after applying soothing liniments. prognosis favorable for recovery.
Danbury Line Opens For Inspection Only
Rumors of public service on the Bridgeport to Danbury trolley line are false. An inspection car with Danbury and Bethel officials rode the line with a Connecticut Company pilot. Supt Washing and Gen. Manager Sanders of Danbury & Bethel inspected. no Connecticut Company officials or Public Utilities Commissioners aboard. Utilities Commissioner Ford warned a passenger opening may come soon, but no date was announced.
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Bridgeport
Danbury
Danbury & Bethel Line
Connecticut Company
Washing
Sanders
Danbury & Bethel Company
Public Utilities Commissioners
Public Utilities
Theodore B. Ford
Two Killed by Explosion on Torpedo Boat Destroyer
At San Diego on a speed trial a high pressure cylinder blew from the port engine of the torpedo boat destroyer Stewart killing two men and fatally injuring a third. The dead are R. C. Smith and H. P. Peck with Alma Miller among the injured. Meanwhile bids for sewer projects will be opened at City Hall this evening. Fairfield County bar plans a meeting in two weeks to discuss procedure in Common Pleas Court, criticizing the present system for delays.
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San Diego
Cal
Stewart
R. C. Smith
H. P. Peck
Alma Miller
Whittier Street
Frank Street
Paving and Sewer Commission
City Hall
Fairfield County Bar
Common Pleas
Hartford Judges Schedule Annual Meeting In June
Hartford on May 23. The Superior court judges will hold their annual meeting in Hartford on Monday, June 2. The session is expected to be at the state library and supreme court building.
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Hartford
Superior Court
State Library
Supreme Court
Emperor Yoshihito Thanks Wilson for Sympathy
Washington reports Emperor Yoshihito thanked President Wilson for his kind message after illness. Tokyo bulletin notes high fever and pneumonia concern, with officials saying his prospects of recovery are more hopeful, while Japan enters a period of official mourning and theatres close. Arthur Bailey-Blanchard among early visitors conveying American sympathy.
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Washington
Wilson
Yoshihito
Japan
United States
Tokio
Royal Palace
Matsuhito
Arthur Bailey-Blanchard
Imperial
Lawyer Anhut Sentenced to Sing Sing for Bribery
New York May 23 John N Anhut the lawyer convicted of bribery in attempting to obtain the release of Harry K Thaw from Matteawan Asylum for the criminal insane was sentenced today to serve not less than two years nor more than four in Sing Sing prison.
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New York
John N. Anhut
Harry K. Thaw
Matteawan Asylum
Sing Sing
Mystery follows aphasic to death at St Vincent’s
An elderly man died at St Vincent’s Hospital from an unknown cause after a night wandering the streets. Medical Examiner’s autopsy yielded no clear explanation, while the man appeared aphasic and unable to speak. Authorities misidentified him as W. S. Courtright or William Smith during earlier inquiries.
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St Vincent's Hospital
M. Garlick
W. S. Courtright
William Smith
Lakeview
St. Vincent's
King Constantine Leaves for Salonika Front
Athens May 23. In response to renewed fighting between Bulgarian and Greek forces King Constantine of Greece with Prince Alexander and the army general staff departed for Salonika this morning.
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Athens
Greece
Constantine
Alexander
Salonika
Man Kills Sweetheart Then Kills Self In Brie Pa
Jacob Demerle, a railroad engineer, shot and killed his sweetheart Miss Marie James at her boarding house in Brie Pennsylvania, then shot himself. Demerle died an hour later in hospital. Also noted: William C. Benedict died at his daughter's residence, aged 86. Classified notices list rentals and job ads, plus a Saturday specials at Manjoney's Meat and Butter Market with meat and produce prices.
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Brie, Pa
Jacob Demerle
Marie James
Demerle
Wise Bridgeport men snap up Howland suits at saving
The Hou touts Howland clothes as a money saving choice offering suits valued at 30 and more for 20. Great tailoring and fabric, current season styles, from two top American makers. Sizes range from small to stout with store guarantee of satisfaction. Regular price 25.
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Bridgeport
America
Athena Underwear For Children Item Listing
Child sized vests and knee length pants by Athena offered in left aisle rear display. Describes elbow sleeve vests and knee length pants in growing sizes with prices 25¢ and 35c. Notes children are active and vigorous and will appreciate quality as much as adults.
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Athena
Exclusive imported jewelry offered at great savings
Nice jewelry at special price. Exclusive pieces made in Paris and Vienna are offered at importer prices to retailers. Necklaces and pins highlight a broad novelty collection of high quality. Samples allow store to pass big savings to prompt buyers with prices from 50 cents up. Left of Main street door.
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Jackson’s Book Shop
Main Street
Paris
Vienna
Nice
Pretty thin frocks for young girls
A local shop touts an extensive girls wear selection on the second floor. Mothers who sew may match store prices with similar styles but the shop claims its ready stock offers the prettiest frocks in new styles at small prices. Items include gingham, dimity, ratine, voile, and chambray dresses with lace trims and embroidery in pink blue tan and other shades.
Luxurious Silk Vests for Women in Summer Wear
Luxurious vests for women highlight silk as the preferred fabric for summer. The piece notes silk vests offer coolness, comfort, and beauty, with ribbed silk in plain or crocheted trimming priced at 1.00 to 1.50. Venetian silk options in plain hues cost 1.50 to 2, embroidered designs 2.50 to 3.50, and shadow-lace fine silk vests listed at 1.50.
New Spring Coats Impress with Varied Styles
New coats are clever and marked by superior detailing for spring wear. They feature latine and handsome tans, plus checks, with varied styles and medium lengths that pair well with the season's dresses. Prices range from five to twelve 50 dollars.
Lion Bicycle At Howland Store Featuring Lion Model
Lion bicycle offered exclusively at the Howland store is built to order with tested specifications approved by Bridgeport residents. Each bike carries a guarantee of satisfaction, coaster brake and mud guards, finished in pleasing colors, priced at $25 at Gront basement.
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Howland
Lion
Bridgeport
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Wales
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Wnteen
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King OF
William C. Benedict
Bew Downs
Clinton Avenue
A. W. Platt
Prospect St
State Street
Hanover St
Maine
Bermuda
Manjoney’s Meat & Butter Market
Main St
Atp
The
Athena Underwear
Gront
Howland Dry Goods
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