Tribute to a free press and Becker case in a great newspaper era
The testimony of Mellen and Becker's conviction are hailed as proof of a free press and public virtue. The New York World pioneered affidavits exposing graft, showing energy and sagacity in journalism. The piece argues newspapers defend mankind and society, praising brave, honest reporters as essential to democracy.
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Mellen
Becker
New York @ World
Central
E World
By & New Haven Company
Senate
Becker's Second Conviction Echoes Jury System Triumph
Becker's second conviction is hailed as a triumph for the jury system despite delays and procedural quirks. The case features a second trial after a long gap, with evidence deemed stronger due to a wife’s changed stance and the defendant's silence on the stand weighing against him. Rosenthal’s fate and the NYPD’s sobering lesson for prisons underpin the verdict's impact.
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Becker
New York State
Sintory
New York
Gomes
Jack
Roate
Rosenthal
Editorial notes hint at militant suffragettes and distress over change
Fragmented lines reference militant suffragettes planning disruption in Bridgeport, critique of new automobile and public works, mentions Ed Robbins Jo Henry Bora Morgan and others, with scattered allusions to dividends Rockefeller church Doxology and Mark Twain. The text is garbled with numerous broken phrases and names, not forming a clear narrative.
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Bridgeport
di S of Public Works
Argentina Independence Day Pride Shines in Buenos Aires
The article celebrates Argentina’s May 25 independence holiday. It praises Buenos Aires as a cosmopolitan, flourishing capital with a population of about 1.5 million, a large immigrant presence from Italy and Spain, and strong educational and railway growth. It notes Argentina’s military history, press influence, and the government’s stance on roads and railways, alongside a high urban status among the Western Hemisphere.
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New York
Southmerica
Paris
New World
Argentina
Es Ayres
la Plata
Uruguay
Paraguay
Buenos ‘Ayres
United States
North
Mexico
Italy
Spain
Buenos Ayres
Aroie
Judgpolygiat Press
Parish
Ger Sia
le Prensa
Ida
Corr 1
Globe
la Prensay
Argentin
Ilacy
Evernment
Gordoba
Military logistics and public service for railroads proposed
A historical editorial says the 1898 US troop movements and supply issues linger in memory as concerns fade when public services are depoliticized and run on a business basis. It lauds orderly army and navy movements, proper feeding and care for the wounded, and foresees factory slack but notes automobile shops remain active.
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Guba
Mexico
Discounted Fashion Clearance Offers Across Stacks
A collection of discontinued styles gathered for quick clearance. High quality materials and craftsmanship priced at 98 cents to close out, with more affordable second lots and corsets priced from 50 cents. Displays show items used for demonstration now fresh after laundering. Children's and women's linen handkerchiefs on sale with half price and reduced prices across corners and lace details.
Orland Smith Dies After Long Bridgeport Career
Orland Smith, longtime Bridgeport commission merchant on Water Street, died in a New Haven hospital after an operation. Born October 20, 1845 in Maine, he lived with his son Orland V. Smith in Milford after his wife’s death. He leaves another son Dr. E. Terry Smith and granddaughter Mrs. Howard L. Roberts. A Mason and Shrine member, he helped found the 13 Club of Bridgeport in 1835. He was active in city politics as an alderman.
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Orland Smith
Bridgeport
Water Street
Bank
New Haven
Maine
Orland V. Smith
Milford
E. Terry Smith
Hartford
Bridgeport Merchants Top Creditors in Three Bankruptcies
Bridgeport businessmen figure as chief creditors in three bankruptcy cases to be heard before Referee John W Banks. Cases include Samuel Wollin cap manufacturer with liabilities 5610.26 and assets 310, Alice Emelia MacMonagle general store liabilities 539.70 assets 144.29, and Joseph S McMahon druggist liabilities 1650 and assets 0.
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Bridgeport
John W. Banks
New Haven
New York
Samuel Wollin
Samuel Friedman
Alice Emelia MacMonagle
East
Washington Avenue
Jacob Arnold & Son
Joseph S. McMahon
Noble Avenue
PSECU
Coroner to rule fall caused Corn Walls death
Coroner John Phelan will file a report on John Corn Walls death found near Hotel Drew on Congress Street shortly after midnight May 10. He will likely state the death resulted from a fall reopening a prior vertebrae dislocation, with no criminal responsibility implicated. Pete Pete ese Vases.and Window Boxes Filled JOHN RECK & SON.
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John Phelan
John Corn- Wal
Congress Street
Phelan
Corn- Walls
Pete Pete Ese
Champion Tennis Shoes and Accessories Price List
A local advertisement lists Champion Tennis Shoes for boys and men with oxford and ball styles priced at 1.15 and 1.25 to 1.45 respectively. The page promotes a full line of tennis goods including rackets covers balls presses nets and other accessories with a dated line 2.2.22.
Willow and Reed Chairs and Porch Furnishings Sale
Bar Harbor dealers advertise natural finish armchairs rockers and porch swings with cushions at 20 percent off. Dana Reed and Willow chairs and sets feature various sizes and finishes. Also offered are bathroom fixtures and nickel plated accessories from 49 cents. Tiles and coasters set priced at 1.25.
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Reed, Willow
Crex
Reed
Bar Harbor
Regula
Bethel Pastor Resigns After Years at Town Congregational
Bethel Conn May % Rev Steele resigns as pastor of the Congregational church here after many years of service presenting his resignation to church officials.
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Bethel
Conn
Rev & Steele
E Congregational Church
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