British and French Casualties Reported In Frontline Action
An American in the Foreign Legion is injured by shell fire while a reserve unit played cards outside dugouts. A severed big toe is noted, and Red Cross crews assist before stabilizing the wounded. In Rome, Italian authorities permit Austrian and German ambassadors to remain in the Holy See during wartime, while Paris eyes extended shop hours to 10:30 PM to cope with air raids. American Red Cross and volunteers offer aid, and Kenneth Weeks, Cambridge, earns commendation for service with the Fourth Foreign Regiment, the unit praised for its action at La Targette and Neu-60.
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Outlook Post
Joff
Foreign Legion
Cornection
Ana
Sean
Red Cross
Vatican
London
Central News
Ambaassdors
Holy Land
Reveruen Minnister
Watican
Rome
Grantea
Giese
Tandon
iGenneth
Cambridge
Asm
Ise Beeo
Austria’s aged ruler bars Italy by perfidy threat
An octogenarian monarch denounces Italy as perfidious and vows to defend Austria’s frontiers. He praises his armies and allied forces, pledging steadfast resolve, while warning that Italian treachery will lead to defeat. He invokes past battles, leadership, and the unity of the army in defense of the empire.
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Austria
Italy
Germanic Allies Take Defensive at Petrograd Says
Fragmented dispatch reports Germanic allies retreating to defensive lines near Petrograd. Communiques describe heavy fighting along the Dubysko and Pine valleys with enemy attempts repulsed, exchanges on the right bank and captures of enemy trenches. Roving artillery fire and machine gun exchanges intensify as both sides claim minimal gains.
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Radsik Narthwase
Wetlon
Pie Dneleter
Shonsko Praton
Dolins
Ebiomen
Allies Invasion Force Reaches 4000 at Defilanelion
May 24 report from Constantinople notes British and French troops landing along the Defilanelion with 4000 men now ashore, increased by debarkation. Illness limits capacity yet the force grows from the original landing estimate.
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Constantinople
Lightning damages new home on West Parish road
A lightning strike damaged Austin Mille’s new West Parish road home damaging the chimney and part of a cafe area. The house had recently been occupied but did not catch fire. The report notes a large public event at the Philadelphia navy yard and mentions an advertisement for Cyrus Wart Remover.
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Austin Mille
West Parish Road
Caf
Austrian Premier Resigns Amid War Negotiation Fallout
A Rome despatch cites Corriere Della Sera reporting Baron Burlan, Austrian foreign minister, has resigned and will be succeeded by Countiste r, the Hungarian premier. The resignation follows failed Austro Italian negotiations and Italy's war declaration, with papers noting Count Von Berchtald refused German concessions.
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Paris
Rome
Corriere Della Sera
Bescu Burlan
Foreisa J
Cowntister
Hunkerian
Baron Burlan
Ely
Count von Berchtald
Italy
Turkish gunboat sunk by torpedo near Constantinople
An official Turkish statement reports the 26 year old gunboat Petenki Preris sunk this afternoon by a submarine near Constantinople. Two crewmen were killed while the rest escaped uninjured. Pelepk-Delta, a sea-going patrol ship, aided torpedo boats.
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Coomtartinople
Stalf Saidé
Petsie
Lel Io
Tome
Botiile
Italians Flee Border Provinces Mobilization Sparks Venice Demonstration
May 24 reports from Verona indicate Italians in Trentino flee en route to the country as highways are blocked with felled trees and barricades. Soldiers compel conscripts aged 18 to 50, while Austrian authorities urge calm and post manifestos blaming treachery for the mobilization. In Venice, the government call for general mobilization is met with large popular demonstrations.
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Trentino
Verona
Italy
Ion Wan
Venice
Coonda
Vienna cheers as Austria declares war and imperial support floods streets
In Vienna last night patriotic reunions erupted after Emperor Joseph's manifesto. Crowds gathered, singing loyalty to the Emperor, army, and navy. Calls to strike against Italy echoed amid celebrations, while Trieste’s council was dissolved by the Emperor and regional governance shifted.
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Max
Vienna
Waly
Bruncie Joseph
Anny
Jay
Citiens
Triest
Counyall Et Gort
Russians Capture Van Relieving Beleaguered Armenians
May 24 report from Tiflia says a detachment of Russian troops occupies the town of Van in Asiatic Turkey to relieve Armenians besieged by Turks. The Turkish retreat followed the Russians’ arrival toward Bitlis and Turkish Armenia as persecutions by Turks and Kurds continued for months amid international protests.
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Tiflia
Van
Torey
Bitlis
Armenia
Ure
Persia
Meridus
Telegram censorship halts direct telegraphing to Italy
A dated note states that an arrangement today defers telegraphs to and from Italy or for transit through Italy. Full rate telegrams in plain language Welsh or French are admitted but must pass censorship and be sent by approved channels.
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Italy
Jewish Societies Unite in Benefit Concert for War Sufferers
Bridgeport Jewish societies staged a sacred concert at Pult's Theatre to aid war sufferers. Dr Le o Smirvin chaired the meeting. Rev Ohvi Hirsh Masionsky spoke, and the Park Avenue Temple orchestra performed.
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Bridgeport
Pult's
Leo Smirvin
Mmting
Ohvi Hirsh Masionsky
Park Avenue Temple
Italian bakers boost Ridge Port business amid labor influx
Increased activity in Ridge Port follows an influx of Italian laborers and families. Local bakers report higher demand with some bakers switching from horse delivery to motor wagons.
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Ridge Port
President opens Pan American Financial Conference
The Pan American Financial Conference in Washington was formally opened, with six days of sessions by delegates from eighteen South and Central American countries and officials from the United States banking and commercial sectors. Speeches of welcome by President Wilson and Secretary Bryan set the tone, followed by receptions and the formation of group committees, as McAdoo and Redfield led the afternoon program.
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Washington
Western Hemisphere
Europe
United States
Wilson
Bryan
Re Sponses
White House
McAdoo
Redfield
Burleson
Sundie
McLoughlin Takes Charge of Local Underwood Branch
McLoughlin, long with Underwood Tynewriter Co and once based in Houston, now heads the Underwood branch in Bridgeport at the First National Bank building. He notes a brisk, hustling spirit in Bridgeport and contrasts local women’s rosy complexions with those in the south while expressing intent to make Bridgeport his permanent home.
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McLoughlin
Underwood
Mtr TE
T. FE. McLoughlin
Farewell Sermon Draws Large Grace Church Crowd
Rev. C. W. E. Cooke preached a farewell at Grace Methodist Episcopal Church. every pew filled as he departs to new duties. An organizer from New York discussed public health mobilization, noting lower death rates due to city measures and plans for local health leagues.
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GW. E Cooke
Methodist Episcopal Church
David Greenberg
New York Health Department
Park Street Congregational Church
Greenberg
Health Board
New York
New York City
Episcopalian Convention Discusses Seminary Report
Rochester May 24 1270th general assembly of the Episcopal Church of New York opened with a presentation and discussion of the report by a special committee on Union Theological Seminary Dr Mark A Matthews of Seattle former moderator and committee chair will present the report and expected to rebut critics of the New York Seminary conservatives at a secret meeting agreed to back the attack on the seminary and propose a committee to investigate New York Presbytery actions regarding student teaching.
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Rochester
New York
Union
Mark A. Matthews
Seattle, Wieh
New York Insiitun
Ikwes
Witack
Ringling Brothers Circus Arrives With World’s Creation Snow
A flamboyant preview describes Ringling Brothers Circus set to roll into Brlazeport tomorrow morning. It touts elephants, clowns, calliopes, and a parade at 10 am followed by three rings of performances, including Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, with 72,000-seat main tent and a two-hour program. Admission and reserved tickets go on sale at Jackson’s Drug Store in Main Street.
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Brlazeport
Ted
Ringling Brothers
Siris
Solomon
Snebac
Ema
Arenie
Uielr
America
Grey Mountains
Wazona
Sheba
Andrescus
Mirane
Jock
Boar
Cariier
Tackson
Look
JSS Main
Bridgeport Works foreman beaten with hammer attack
Thomas Dove of Waslington Avenue, injured at Bridgeport Arms Works, says he was struck on the skull with a large hammer after being knocked down by a shovel from a water carrier who fled the scene. Dove trephined Saturday, condition improving. police seek assailant. Duke and Duchess of Acosta visit Red Cross hospital in Turin.
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Bridgeport Arms 'Works
Thomas Dove
Waslington Avenue
Bridgewort Hospital
Deve
Pasunale
Walter
Done
Tiny
Dane
Bride’s Brother Injured After Quiet Wedding
A wedding in a small town ended in violence when guest Martin Smattis was stabbed during a post ceremony gathering. William Stertig, brother of the bride Ametia Smattis, is in critical condition. Suspect Joseph Sylder fled. Constable Sturges and Dr Hyde responded. Police search continues.
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Westhart
William Stertig
Ametia Smattis
White & Physivien
Nis
Yletim
Sturges
Botley
Skull of Lodging House Resident Hurts in Fall
Frank Deol, lodging house tenant on Water Street, fell down stairs Saturday evening. He sustained a skull fracture and was taken to Bridgeport Hospital where his condition was reported improved today.
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Frank Deol
Water Street
Gridgeport Hospital
Phillips man reports missing item from 415 Water Street
A resident reported to the police this morning that a displayed item has disappeared from the house at 415 Water Street. The unclear text suggests a search and possible further action by authorities.
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Philip’ Maillipian
Lodzims
Fed
Annual Exhibit Promises Fashion and Music at Gala Ball
The grid of events includes dances, costumes, and exhibits featuring Clasie and Fakir arts. Notable names appear in lists of dancers and performers, with a grand program of intermission pieces and a ball room damees. The event aims to attract interest and showcase talent amid a lengthy schedule. A Monday May 24 gathering at Whiteau is announced with supervisory oversight and plans for a formal reception. A birth notice marks the family addition at Rennell Street 222.
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Graney Weeday
Chet Staer
Bill Hound
Duley
Step
Quilty
Agmociayten
Lee
Whiteau
BF Fife
Binrry
Ariel
Rennell Street
Maushier
UN Saturni
Moor
Obituaries Note Losses In Bridgeport Community
Fragmented obituary notices report deaths including Nellie Hy wife of Albert W Wey Med, Mary Bervine on Highland Avenue, Mark Wroks twin of a Pia rsons, Martha Hawley recently moved from Rome, Ferdinand Wendt of Bridgeport, and several others. Survivors include spouses, children, and siblings. services to be held at Underteking parsons and local churches. multiple memorial references across city residents.
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Neliie Hy
Ahert
Mary Bervine
Von
Ibert
Fritford
Martha
Awe Marthe AL Drew
Bester
Hawley
New Rome
Flawley
Lena
Huntington
Deacon Wright
Mary Toyhon
Drew
Bet Nuehens Sbdtro
Gimer J Sal
M Hawley di
Ar I Haws Ve Fon
Ais Merundapn, Clayorn &, She Yey
Stilion
Ferdinand Wendt
Bridgeport
Eberze
Widow
Wigan
Renin
Yonkers
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Fuemnie
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Matos
Prapcis Joseph
Miowrich
Enertien
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Irely
Radetky
Archduke Albrecht Saane
Webich
Jamd
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Petrograd
Petrierad Bay
Falta
Runamy Theatre
Luna
Dubyso
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Pilea
Marine Barracks
Philadelphia Navy Yard
Hanna
Cyrus Pharmac
Wulfdela
Moe
Exford Brothers
Rev. C. W. E. Cook
Episcopal Convention
Ringling Bros
P. T. Barnum
Young America
Circus
Simian
Skull
Acosta
Gispasti of the Red Cross Society
Turin
Philliptan Losps
Delsarte
Pavlowa Gavatte
Charles Tirsyns
Hlorinline Barns
Katherine Gqatity
Arene Fwake
Catherine Thantey
Linke Crowley
Gatertne
Margie Ouedel Phsian
Geriunte Albertus
Anondace
Drinellla
Solale
Irine Gulley
Oto Grolx
Helen O'Remy
Magda Nien
Amion
Thernss Mhalpine Caines Mille
Dorothy Prelit
Ruth Sacvewism
Calan Bowers
Betis Hen
Dorothy Devitt
Donald Hensel
Ikeneery Cassidy
Rach Ard
Cormeline Non Phelne
Koncieth Wadia
Tiarise Moreert
Fanet Snicit
Cei
Rine Hagley
Tallet
Ayia Eni
Thorme
Clue News Boys
Sohaleneine
McCutcheon
Theda
Goniuters
Spaninh Tainbourt
Cantiney
Sirenete
Etna Halk
Psygry
Pouxsor
Fanner
Everery L Rocers
Feverett L. Rogers
Bridseport
Wemere
Crown Street
Mahy Hallow
Bridgeport Scepitalo
Burks, Wits
James Rnlinres
Barnum Yeni
Tivos Erly Splou
Lees Esai
Meath
Jamanne Lati
Fin Monte
Use Inc
Mre
Galina
Farentul
I Keel Church
Besidna
Sar Wusbams
Ue Beiter
Dansy Sule
wo _hondrel
Matias Comet Tel
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