Diaz Resignation Message to Deputies Expected Today
Mexico City May 26 United Press says President Diaz will send a note of resignation to the Chamber of Deputies late this afternoon. Vice President Corral will resign and a provisional government will take definite form. De la Barra says De la An will be oath as interim president as Madero and his new steone arrive tomorrow night or Saturday.
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United Pres
Mexico City
Mex
Dias
Chamber of Deputies
Forci Affairs
de la Barra
Corral
de Laan
Madero
Steone
Kills Bill to Limit Hours of Drug Clerks
Hartford debate ends with House voting 99 to 74 to kill a bill setting drug clerks at 70 hours a week. An amendment limiting to 12 hours a day failed, with Representative Dunn arguing 19 hours daily is sufficient for workers.
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Bill
United Press
Hartford
House
Phillips
Stamford
Dunn
Willimantic
Died Ella May Hall Widow Of Frederick Brock
Ella May Hall widow of Frederick Brock died at 28 years 3 months 8 days Funeral at 129 Thorne Street Friday at 7 30 p m Burial in Torrington Conn Ryan Joseph Ryan son of Sam J and Mary aged 30 funeral from 722 Arctic Street May 26 at 8 30 a m from St Charles church at 9 a m Interment St Michaels Cemetery
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Ella May Hall
Frederick Brock
Thorme Street
Torrington
Conn
Ryan
Joseph
Sam J
Mary Ryan
Ts. No
Arctic Street
St. Charles’ Church
St. Michae's Cemetery
Governor Signs Requisition for Girl Fugitives
Hartford May 25 requisition papers on the governor of New York were ignited by Governor Baldwin of Connecticut for Irene Arsvete Aky and Freda Shatz both of Bridgeport Conn who have been arrested in New York for a Park City theft Detective Edward Cronan Bridgeport police was commissioned to bring the women back to this state Freda is alleged to have decamped with 425 taken from a mattress in her father a crockery merchant at 282 Pine Street several weeks ago They and Irene both employed with Warner Bros Co fled to New York City where they were ending as they were preparing to continue to Omaha.
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United Press
Hartford
New York
Baldwin
Connecticut
Irene Arsveteaky
Freda Shatz
Bridgeport
Pine Street
Irene
Warner Bros. Co
New York City
Omaha
Justice Harlan Raps Again on Standard Oil Case
Justice Harlan assails the Supreme Court for implying constitutional changes through judicial construction in the Standard Oil decision. He warns that interpreting restraint of interstate commerce as reasonable could invite years of litigation and undermine Congress’s legislative domain. He urges adherence to Congress and cautions against judicial overreach.
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Justice Harlan
Supreme Court
Standard Oil
Harland
Congress
National Capitol
Congresses
Obituary Notices for Louise C Curtis and Peter C Luth
Funeral services for Louise C Curtis widow of J Mix Curtis were held at her Stratford home with Rev BE Carpenter officiating. Interment followed in Derby. Peters funeral occurred at the home of his son in law Edward B Booth Hattertown Newtown with Vv Mr Sawyer leading prayers. Interment was in Jerusalem.
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Louise C. Curtis
J. Mix Curtis
Stratford
BE. C. Carpenter
Derby
Peter C. Luth
Edward B. Booth
Hattertown
Newtown
Sawyer
Jerusalem
McNeil Pushes Initiative Referendum in Hartford Hearing
A judiciary committee hearing in Hartford on bills to establish initiative and referendum featured Senator McNeil and Rep Bent in strong support. The proposed constitutional amendment mirrors Oregon and aims to allow voters to influence public measures, with backers arguing it aids local home rule and good government.
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Hartford
Judiciary Committee
Senate
Senator McNeil
Oregon
Illinois
W. W. Bent
Committee On
McNeil
Fisher
Middletown
Lynn W. Wilson
25Th
Banks-Judson
Judson
Banks
Wilson
Farmer
New Jersey
South Dakota
Nevada
Utah
Ohio
Connecticut
Aged Singer Worker Hurt at Singer Mfg Co Incident
Jacob Seelinger aged 70 was painfully injured at his work in the Singer Manufacturing Company today when a small empty wheel burst its restraint and showered him with fragments. A fragment tore his nose and left eye area.
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Jacob Seelinger
Singer Mfg. Co
Bridgeport Metal Goods Co Increases Capital Stock
At a Spruce Street plant stockholders approved raising capital from 50000 to 200000 dollars and boosting bonds at par value from 500 to 2000. Directors and officers named Anker Shine Frank W afmon and Herman K Beach.
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Bridgeport Metal Goods Co
Spruce Street
Anker Shine
Frank Wafmon
Herman K. Beach
Taxpayers Urged to Pay Taxes to Avoid Interest
The city treasurer warns that unless many taxpayers act in the coming days, unpaid taxes will accrue three quarters of one percent interest. Reports show about one million dollars remain unpaid, with only a few days left to pay at the current rate.
Fell From Scaffold Sues Employer For Injuries
Samuel Brown of this city sues Walter W. Collins of New York contractor for 5000 dollars claiming a February or March scaffold fall at a Greenwich building caused painful injuries and loss of work. Collings is charged with negligent scaffold construction. suit returnable to the Superior court. A marriage license was issued to John J. Wills and Annatisia Wi.
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Samuel Brown
Walter W. Collins
New York
Brown
Collins
Greenwich
Collings
John J. Wills
John J
M Linke Wills
Annatisia Wi
Again Seeks To Move Saloon To Railroad Avenue
John J. Burns files to transfer a saloon license to 834 Railroad Avenue in the same building as 850 Railroad Avenue. West End property owners led by Bridgeport Hardware Co and Barnum estate lodge a remonstrance with county commissioners, objecting to saloon location. Judge Reed later ruling 850 area unsuitable after inspection.
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Railroad Avenue
John J. Burns
West End
Burns
Bridgeport Hardware Co
Bridgeport Deoxidized Bronze Co
Berkshire Fertilizer Co
N. Palmer & Co
Barnum Estate
James A. Turner
William R. Haberlin
Frank L. Wilder
Garden Street
Superior Court
Reed
Florida Emerges In Line For Initiative And Referendum
Washington May 25 Florida joins Maine Washington and California as corner states moving toward initiative and referendum. Ten states have placed the principle in their constitutions and more legislatures consider amendments. California Washington Wyoming North Dakota Nebraska Florida approved. Michigan Wisconsin Ohio Indiana Massachusetts Pennsylvania and Maryland pending. Kansas and Illinois defeated.
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Washington
Florida
Maine
California
Oregon
Oklahoma
Nevada
Missouri
Montana
South Dakota
Arkansas
Colorado
Arizona
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North Dakota
Nebraska
Michigan
Wisconsin
Ohio
Indiana
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Kansas
Illinois
Cousin Appeals Huntington Probate Will Admit Radcliffe Estate
Frank N. Griswold of Sstenesoss appeals Huntington probate ruling admitting the Frederick W. Radcliffe will to probate. He asks the superior court to void the will, seeking inheritance from the Radcliffe estate after the March 20, 1911 decision.
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Frank N. Griswold
Sstenesoss
Huntington Probate Court
Frederick W. Radcliffe
Griswold
Radcliffe
Loyal Order of Moose Benefits And Growth Plans
The article outlines Moose benefits including seven dollars weekly sickness or accident coverage, a one hundred dollar funeral benefit, and free medical attention for members and families with dues of 75 cents monthly. It notes no paid officials, a 50 cent per year per capita tax, and most dues remaining in local lodges. It cites seven year statistics and announces a special Bridgeport charter fee, plus upcoming initiation on Friday May 26 with medical exams for candidates. The organization, open to white male citizens 21 to 55, operates a self-sustaining college at Muncie Indiana and claims rapid growth with 685 lodges and over 400,000 members.
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Moose
Supreme Judge
Bridgeport
The
Muncie
Ind
Order of Moose
Cass
N. Waldo Kennedy
P. O. Arcade
Fairfield Ave Paving Starts in Short Time
After a conference with Mayor Buckingham, Superintendent Chapman of Connecticut Co. agrees to begin permanent paving in Fairfield avenue from Main to Park. The trolley company will remove tracks and pave two feet each side. Connecticut Co. accepts council decision on 10 foot centers and will relay tracks at current centers. Temporary asphalt repairs will continue and street upgraded. Congress Street work to start soon. bids for wooden block pavement on State Street from Broad to Fairfield open June 5.
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Buckingham
Chapman
The
Connecticut Co
Fairfield Avenue
Main Street
Park Avenue
Trolley
Common Council
Denylng
Congress Street
State Street
Broad
Ferris Sues Over alleged highway encroachment on Stamford land
Theodore I. Ferris of Stamford seeks a superior court injunction against Highway Commissioner James H. Macdonald and Stamford selectmen claiming damage to his North Stamford Road property. He alleges the grade was lowered over three feet, a 425 by nine feet strip was taken, and part of a stone wall moved, narrowing his boundary with the highway.
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James H. Macdonald
Theodore I. Ferris
Stamford
Ferris
Pawnbroker Peck Leaves Estate of About $60 000
The will of Charles A. Peck admitted to probate outlines an estate valued between 60 000 and 75 000 dollars. Executor Walter D. Peck is to give 10 000 to sister Annie B. Kyle of New Milford and to share two thirds of net income to widow Harriet C. Peck for life, with one third to daughter Marion A. Peck who will gain principal at age 30.
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Charles A. Peck
Middle Street
Bridgeport
Walter D. Peck
Annie B. Kyle
New Milford
Harriet C. Peck
Marion A. Peck
State To Oil City Streets For Sprinkling
The state will oil and sprinkle Connecticut avenue from Yellow Mill bridge to Bruce’s brook and Fairfield avenue from the viaduct to Ash Creek at state expense. Inspector Ennis, for State Highway Commissioner James Macdonald, deemed the pavement conditions satisfactory and advised oil usage on the two streets. Augustus Aigeltinger of 124 Jefferson street died at Bridgeport hospital from a cerebral abscess at age 38.
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Connecticut Avenue
Yellow Mill
Bruce’s Brook
Fairfield Avenue
Ash Creek
Ennis
James Macdonald
Fairfield
Connecticut Avenues
Augustus Aigeltinger
William Aigeltinger
Jefferson Street
Bridgeport Hospital
Baby Prickly Heat and Care for Bathing Infants
The notice advises bathing infants at least twice daily and dusting with talcum powder after baths. Rexall Violet Dulce Talcum Powder is promoted as cooling and soothing for babies with sensitive skin, priced at 25 cents per can from Jennie Hamilton's Pharmacy.
Biggest cut glass sale draws Friday crowd at four floor
A large gathering of cut glass items goes on sale Friday offering sparking dishes and vases in many sizes and designs. American made with skilled workmanship, the collection includes pieces valued at $3.50 and up, $1.25 and up, and $2.95 95c, all on the fourth floor.
White Belts Gain Popularity in Grand Gathering
In a crowded display, numerous new white belts attract attention. Belts feature washable fabrics, tailored and embroidered styles, pearl buckles, and embroidered eyelets priced from 10 to 50 cents. White elastic belts show embossed patterns and floral embossing with gilt clasps, from 50 cents to 1 dollar. Moire and kid belts add buckles, snap closures, and varied finishes, many sold near the Main street door.
Young girls White Dresses Offered In Many Styles
Dozens of girls dresses in pure white are shown, well made with embroidery lace and lawn. Sizes 6 to 14 priced at 1.25 to 16.50 and sizes 14 to 18 at 7.50 and up. This display argues white dresses are simple and attractive for young girls.
Howland Dry Goods Auto Bill Passes Without Speed Limit
Hartford report: the Senate approved the automobile bill 18 to 12 without a speed limit provision after a lengthy debate. Senators Wright Paddock Leonard Peck and Hooker favored removing the limit while Woodruff Alsop Platt Mahan Lounsbury and Judson supported a limit. Public utilities bills postponed to June 6.
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Hartford
House
Senate
Wright, Paddock
Leonard
Peck and Hooker
Woodruff
Alsop
Platt
Mahan
Lounsbury
Judson
Heat prostration claims first fatality in Winsted
From heat prostration suffered last Monday, Marcellus T. Mides, an elderly Winsted resident, died today marking the first heat death in the area. The report notes the new tragedy occurred in Winsted on May 25. On a separate note, Waterbury assessors visited Bridgeport to study how a regular assessors' office operates, stopping to pay respects to Ansonia and Derby assessors on the way.
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Winsted
Marcellus T. Mides
Thil
Waterbury
Bridgeport
Board of Assensors of
Brass City
William Bronson
W. R. Beilnen
A. J. McAvoy
Ansonia
Derby
Concrete Steps Bid On Broad Street Hill
Burns Co submitted the sole bid for concrete steps on the Broad Street hill. The $400 bid was opened this afternoon while the Public Works Department has $300 available. The contract awaits a decision from the Public Works director.
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Burns Co
Broad Street
Public Works Department
Public Works
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House Today
John Beck & Son
Main ST
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Tom Hughes & Chapman
Jackson’s
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Ladd
John Ince
Loyal Order OF Moose
Fairfield Ave
Peck
Jennie Hamilton
Cannon Street
Bridgeport, Conn
Howland Dry Goods CO
Broad ST
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