Tax Buildings Burned and Police Barracks Attacked In Easter Riots
Irish unrest on Easter day saw tax offices attacked across towns, with records burned and barracks set ablaze. Dublin Castle warned citizens would be taxed to cover replacement costs. police barracks hit in Belfast Limerick and Newry amid widespread disturbances. casualties reported including a soldier wounded at Grenade Leitrim. Sinn Fein flags flew at Queenstown, while Newry jail and various government offices suffered arson and forced raids.
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Dublin
Ireland
Ory
Limerick
County Clars
Jona Mitchell
Grenade
Leitrim
Mitchel
Sinn Fein
Admiralty Pier
Queenstown
Newry
Tulia
Kings County
Kierun Fiynn
Belfast
Bundalk
Denly
Clough
Tortrevor
Lough
Dundas
Sin Feinera
Newry Custaine House
Loughbrickland
White Cross
Irish Independence Meeting Denounces Oppression in Bridgeport
Two Connecticut mayors spoke at Poli's Theatre urging U S recognition of an Irish republic with resolutions calling for passage of the Mason bill and solidarity with all peoples fighting for freedom. Professor Pope highlighted Protestant support and long struggle for Irish independence.
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Connecticut
Poli
Ireland
David E. Fitzgerald
New Haven
Wilson
Arthur Uptiam Pose
Protestant Friends of Irish Freedom
New York
John A. Cornell
Stephen A. Boucher
Bridgeport
Congress of the
United States
Pope
Wolftown
Robert Emm
An Eltel
She ‘Selan
Daylight Saving Debate Dominates Bridgeport Council Meeting
Daylight saving is the main issue before Bridgeport's common council at tonight's session. The ordinances committee plans a favorable report after many supporters turned out. If approved locally, the plan would take effect April 25 and align schedules with nearby cities and the statewide change. Representatives promise revisions to true schedules to comply with state law if the statewide adoption proceeds.
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Common Council
Bridgeport
New Haven
Hartford
Newton Road
Policeman Fires After Knife Attack Near Abel Street
Italian man wounded in abdomen after attempting to stab Patrolman Stowe during confrontation. The officer shot the assailant to avert further harm. Police call the incident a fatal attack attempt and investigate its circumstances.
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Stowe
Dispute Over Bill Ends in Violent Stabbing and Shooting
In a three way confrontation at Grand and Main streets Luigi, Andrew Delum and Stowe were wounded. Patrolman Herbert Brawe shot Luigi in the abdomen as Luigi attacked Brawe while Dellumma tried to intervene. Dellummo says the dispute over a bill led to the fight and shooting as Stowe arrived to stop the quarrel.
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Main
Grand Streets
Luigi
Third Avenue
Andrew Delummma
Goouse Avenue
St Vincent's Hospital
Hislet
Grand
Main Streets
Herbert Brawe
Juuigi
Tratlan
del- Immo
Brent Arta
Iide
Dellumne
Tluigh
Pacelman
Dellumme
Dellumma
Dellummio
Lule
Dellusnmo
Dellummo
Stowe
Jatigi
Ila
Dellums
Switchmen in Chicago Threaten Food Famine
Chicago April 4 Police guard yards in the switching district at the request of railroads affected by a strike called by the switchmen's association. About 70 switchmen walked out demanding higher pay, threatening to halt operations that service major railroads and stock yards, with warnings of large food supply disruption if not resolved.
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Chicago
Chiguso
Anitelhmen
Chicago Maidmen's Association
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy
New York Central
Lrey
Anitech
Chiago, Milwaukee and St. Paul
Ilining Central
Chicago and Northwestern
O Brien
Thy Junction Railway
Three Burned to Death in Home Fire Near Huntington
Three persons died and two parents were severely burned when a house on the southern bank of the Ohio near Huntington West Virginia burned. The victims were Wesley Pike 16 and Larson children WH Ham 3 and Stanley 9 months. The Larson couple suffered burns while attempting to rescue the children.
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Truntington
W. Yau
L. Larson
Ohio River
Here
Wesley Pike
Garson
Larson
Whham
Stanley
Louisiana Woman Suffragists Divided on Ratification Idea
In New Orleans on April 4, Louisiana suffragists split over backing federal ratification as state legislators prepare to convene in May. Leaders work to rally support for the amendment, while some oppose federal action and press for state rights. Governor Parker backs suffrage, Pleasants opposes, and lawmakers hold the balance of power amid a tense ratification fight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Louisa
Tment
John M. Parker
Parker
Progressive Party
Governor Pleasants
Hall
Senate
Blizzard Sweeps Central West With Gales Toward East
Snow and high winds lash Chicago area and Indiana Michigan as a northeast moving blizzard links with gale force winds. The storm dropped several inches of snow, chilled temperatures near 8 degrees, and is forecast to sweep toward the St Lawrence valley and Atlantic, with rain and strong northeasterly winds in southern regions.
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West
Chicago
Mingis
Indiana
Michigan
Weather Bureau
Missom's
Chicago Weather Office
St. Lawrence
Lake Region
Toledo Blizzard and Strike Paralyze City Transit
Toledo faced a severe blizzard and ongoing strike functions as snow and ice halted trolley service. Streetcar patrons fled to taxis or alternative routes while officials negotiate wage raises and transfer charges, halting service until city officials and company executives reach a new agreement.
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Voledg
Toledo
Caty
Councl
Ma All Speedber
Toledo Taibways and Light Company
Michigan primaries hit by winter storm
Readable section notes a midwinter snow storm affecting turnout across Michigan on the eve of the presidential race. Contenders center on Governor Frank Lowden of Wingy with Major General Leonard Wood and Senator Hiram W. Johnson of California casting wide influence as campaigns discuss the race dynamics despite inclement weather.
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Michigan
Lower Peninsula
Rank & Lowden
Wingy
Leonard Wood
Aml
Hiram’ W. Jamson
Caliin
Kansas City Storm Closes Roads and Delays Trains
A severe Kansas City storm blocks rail and highway routes across Kansas Missouri and neighboring states. Heavy snow drifts hindered trains with many lines reporting delays as temperatures rose and snow began to melt. Local transportation services face disruptions while authorities work to clear corridors and restore service.
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Kansas City
Kansas
Nebraska
Texas Panhandle
Oklahome
Missou
Masked highwaymen rob Thompson Street man
James Chefa of 147 Thompson Street was robbed by two or three masked men on Thompson Street Saturday night. The assailants, one armed with a revolver, fled after taking $85.50 in cash and threatening to stay near the victim’s home before fleeing into a vacant lot. Police were notified, but descriptions are vague.
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James Chefa
Thompson Street
al Vail
Thampant Street
Alon
Carfo
Hiy
Peace Put Back Vote Split Over Wilson Plan
Washington reports a heated debate in Genarese over a peace plan as the House prepares to vote on a the resolution. Republicans push for a two thirds vote while aides warn of a veto by President Wilson. Democrats hope to stall but fear failure to adopt. Senator Hitchcock signals cautious support while Senator Lodge counters, and administration spokesmen hint at sending the treaty to the Senate for approval.
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Washington
Genarese
Ovina
Ceriiny Wul
Wosan
Einker R Yalors
Rotary
Senate
Hitchcock
Nebrasksi
Fechcock
Alton Hitehonek
Sena
French Labor Leaders Seek Nationwide Action Amid Economic Strain
French labor leaders press for a national mobilization to address postwar economic tensions. Federation president Leon Juatpann and union general secretary Merri navigate divergent views within the movement as they push for coordinated action.
Bishop Ends Life After Melancholia Attack
Nathaniel Wheeler Bishop, heir to the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad fortune, died in Bridgeport hospital from self inflicted wounds during a bout of melancholia. He slashed his abdomen with a hunting knife after leaving his Park Avenue home accompanied by Dr Henry Blodgett. Despite surgeons efforts the wealthy financier expired early yesterday. Funeral plans and church rites were announced for Tuesday.
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William D. Bishop
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad
Bridgeport Hospital
Nathaniel Wheeler Bishop
Clairman
Mr. Bishop
Bisher
Yale
Bridget Board of Education
Repalia
Park Avenue
Jelancho
Jlorida
la Imouths
Neale
Park Avernue
Henry Blodgett
Park Averitny
Bishop Gaihet Luntil
Tung
Bishop
Danish Strikers Win All Demands For New Cabinet
Danish strikers secure all demands for a new cabinet and a new premier is appointed to form the ministry on condition that an electoral law is enacted. Crowds in Copenhagen demand change in the nation's government as unions call for broader reform.
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Justice Friis
Copenhagen
Oyhe Associated Press
Ike
Zahia
Mareit
Wee
Pols
Rigsdag
Dkring Chvtatian
Cie
Muslion Iris de
Rissdag Swill
Tease
Dhe Socialiste
Gilded Palaces on Broadway Labeled Dens of Vice by Pastor
New York pastor Rev. John Reach Straion of Calvary Baptist church denounced Broadway theaters as gilded palaces housing vice. He said he investigated several resorts, said dancers are women of ill repute and liquor is sold openly, urging a social revival in New York. In separate dispatch, a gale in Parkersburg, West Virginia, damaged trees and power lines, with Marietta, Ohio reports noting nearby impact.
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New York
John Reach Straion
Calvary Bagdet Church
Broadway
Yiee
Heles
Il Repute
Clash in Duisburg as German Reds clash with Berlin troops
News from the Ruhr reports ongoing fighting in Duisburg with bands of plunderers seizing food and property. Reichswehr and auxiliary forces deploy to quell Reds in streets. casualties reported including killed and injured. Soldiers march from Wesel and Ruhr area reach Duisburg amid exchange of artillery and machine gun fire.
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Berlin
Duisburg
Ruhr
Reichswehr
Schild
Rhine
Reichswehe
Duiseburg
62D
Wesel
Hurrborn
Dinellaknng
Ruhort
G Gust
Pxtiaburs
2. An
Man Vies With Wohann For Honors In New York Parade
Eerie Monday-like conditions dampened but did not deter New Yorkers from the Easter Sunday parade in Manhattan. Fashion and pageantry clashed with rain as entrants braved chill winds along Fifth Avenue, with bonnets, coats, and parasols amid splashes and crowds. The event showcased prevailing styles and notable decor as spectators observed the annual display of attire and civic spirit.
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New York
Wisios
New Sark
Fish Avenue
Palm Bop Y Pit Avenua
Si Trois
Lierman
Hurvicans
Fifth Avenue
Fortum
Che
Princdo
Penabaity
Railroads Seek Food Supplies for New York via New Route
Amid a New York harbor strike, railroad leaders hint at a food and coal supply reroute via the Poughkeepsie bridge to ease handling. J J Mantell says most ferries and cars will boost deliveries. marine workers' union says they are satisfied and remain firm.
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Poughkeepsie Bridge
Amrik
Marine Workers
Skapagers Aviation
New York
Larbor
Poughkeepsie
Tgs
n_ cangerenes
Tix
J. J. Mantell
Berry
Thomas Th. Meal
Se7l Marine Workers
Ryland
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Trouble
Grand Central Hotel
Bridgeport Telegram
Evening Post
Sunday Post
Circulation Department
Post Publishing CO
Congress
Snoots
Andrew Dellumma
Rob Thompson
Fightin
Pans
Gener Dahion Federation
Leon Juatpann
Federation
la. Merri
Geerenary Ous Tye
Wahda
Gon
Thehiddage
Fom
Udelo
Pesan al Gerand Ting
M. Jouliuty
Aye Kbe
Lebar
Nathaniel W. Bishop
Philip W. Billy
Bertram Lembert
Oh Thenorning
Hishop
Alexander Alison
Christian
Republic
Parkersburg
W. Va
Marietta
Ety
Viamurek
Groops
Raveeter
Ewin
Man
Wohan
N.Y
Metropolis
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