Trumbull Signs Sabbath Sports Bill Into Law
Hartford April 25 Governor John H. Trumbull signed the Sunday Sports bill making it legal to play baseball or football on Sunday with local option for towns. The measure, effective July 1, allows professional games within town limits on Sunday afternoons and follows a decade of legislative debate with previous vetoes by Holcomb Lake and Templeton.
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General Assembly
John H. Trumbull
Holcomb Lake
Templeton
Trumbull
Judiciary Committee
Hackett
New Haven
Beil
Dry bill fight grips 70 House led by Bell
Hartford April 21 Proponents of Wheeler amendments to the State Prohibition Enforcement act seek to recommit to the Judiciary committee to win a favorable report on a substitute. Representative J Mortimer Bell of Salisbury leads the debate with support from Cheney Barnes Peck. opposition comes from the State organization. If recommitted and defeated, Senate action remains unlikely to change. Speaker Darbie expected to address the floor to urge defeat of the bill. The House faces complex parliamentary steps to amend or divide votes and reexamine reports while seeking favorable action.
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Telegram Star
Hartford
House
Judiciary Committee
J Mortimer Bell Salisbury
Judiciary
Marjory Cheney
Manchester
Arthur S Barnes
Epa
Bill Darbie
Elbert Darbie
HEBSE
Slayer 15 Yawns As Court Stays Execution Order
Pottsville reports a court delays the death sentence for 15 year old Willie Cavalier amid hearings before Judge Koch. The case centers on alleged murder of an 68 year old grandmother and the youth’s request for asylum and humane consideration as prosecutors and defense argue over the proper disposition.
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William Cavalier
Koch
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Eedings
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Couns
Ech
Hfe
Cunsel
Royall
Vrsathevine
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Cavalier
Ieee
Bishop invited to speak as cleric barred in New York
The Rev D John Haynes Holmen invites Bishop William T Meving to speak tomorrow at the Community church in New York. Bishop Manning has barred a sermon by Bishop Montgomery Brown over alleged heresy in the diocese. Brown would have preached May 3 but is prohibited by the court findings.
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John Haynes Holmen Pasta
Community Church
William T Meving
Willant Montgomery Brown
Arkansas
Brown
Broa
Tonigst
Manning
Pension Favorably Reported for Evans in State Senate
A favorable report was received in the senate regarding a pension for Charles Evans on half pay. The record notes consideration by the committee and references a telegram from Heporie with details of the pension request and related procedural steps.
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Hamirord
Charles Lobvns
Tanfield
Dawes Urges Public to Press Senators for Cloture Reform
Vice-President Charles G Dawes addressed the Associated Press luncheon at the Waldorf Astoria urging widespread radio audiences to press individual senators for cloture reform. He warned that unlimited debate harms governance and stressed the people’s role over Senate ambition, appealing to Capper and other readers to act.
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New York
Charles G Dawes
Associated Press
Waldorf-Astoria
United States Senate
Frank B Wnnoves
Asq
Mr. Dawes
Senate
Capper
Arthur Capper
Kansas
Dawes
Oppose Bill Validating Tax Abatements Here
Bridgeport officials and lawyers plan to oppose a state bill validating tax abatements and reductions tied to error certificates. The measure aims to curb abatements in Bridgeport following a test suit by Tax Collector Edward Drew. The hearing ahead features William H Blodgett and John A Cornell among opponents and other manufacturing counsel expected to testify.
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Tparyford
William H Blodgett
John A Cornell
Bridgeport
Pray Tate
Samuel C Shaw
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Edward Drew
Fridgeport
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Ghosts Ruled Out of Courts by Judge Banks
In Middletown on April 21, Superior court heard Herbert Lyman of East Hampton sue Postmaster Harlan G. Hulls over 89,000 for 19 years of farm labor. Judge Banks ruled out spirits and ghosts, focusing on financial and ownership claims tied to the Simons estate and Lyman’s investments.
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Herbert Lyman
East Hampton
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Harlan G. Hulls
Phoebe Simons
Banks
Rex George W Duadson
Stratford ME
Bridgeport
Westport
Norwalk
Stamford
Boller
Danbury
Balleve
Bears to Open Season Against Hartford in Bridgeport
Bridgeport Bears meet the Hartford Senators in the Eastern League opener at Newfield Park with Chuck Wolfe to start on the mound for Bridgeport and Paddy O Connors Hartford countering with Bart Johnson. A parade and flag ceremony precede the 3:36 pm game led by Mayor Behrens and Gene Kelly, drawing about 1,000 spectators.
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Btatfield
Main Street
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Courtland
Hairfield Avenue
Ball Park
William Behrens
Kelly
Gene Kelly
Boosters Club
Bridgeport
Bears
Norwalk Residents Hesitant on Full Paid Fire Dept Plan
A Norwalk census shows strong support for a fully paid fire department but many say current spending is sufficient for now. Voters warn taxes are high and expect a real department after a short wait while Chief George W Bogardus would need a stronger force. Public loyalty to the chief and fire dept persists amid the debate. Gambling charges against eight Putnam Hose members were dropped after they pledged by laws alignment with city ordinances and pledged political neutrality.
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Telegram Star
Norwalk
Elten
George W Bogardus
Board of Fire Control
Putnam Hose Company
Odinances
Will contest over Dundon estate questions kinship ties
Court hears dispute over the will of Margaret Dundon of Greenwich as Herbert Dundon challenges his claim to eligibility. Richard Dundon testifies to doubts of Herbert being legitimate son, while other relatives seek a share of the estate estimated around 1009 pounds. Witnesses describe family ties and corroborate or dispute alleged connections amid a lengthy probate proceeding.
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James Dundon
Dolly Baker Durdon
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Michaid
Donden
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Richird
Caillaux Wins Confidence in Painlevé Ministry
Paris observers watched as Joseph Caillaux, newly named finance minister under Painlevé, won a confidence vote 304 to 218. The chamber greeted his entrance with applause from Socialists and jeers from the Jingo group, while the Vatican and Alsace Lorraine policy features shaped the debate. Premiers Painlevé and Palnque pledged stability and fiscal policy to safeguard France.
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Boiler Explosion Kills Danbury Worker at Knapp Factory
Danbury April 21 Special William Beers eighteen son of M and Mrs Beers 40 White street died from burns after a boiler exploded at the F A Knapp fur factory. The father turned on cold water after the blast. Both were in the boiler room when the explosion occurred. The boy was fatally injured and died soon after. The father was severely burned and taken to hospital. Factory superintendent could not explain the explosion as boiler pressure was high and the boiler had recent inspection.
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Wiliam Beers
Wher Beers
White Street
F A Knapp
Wilham
Dovena
Aupenniendens
John R. Stine Dies Sudden at 23 Years of Service
John R. Stine, longtime employee with 23 years of service, died suddenly after a period of health. He was connected with the Lasomobile company and retired in December. Survived by wife Wis Mita Kemp Walshe Stung, mother Mis Damet dune, another Haiy Stine and three sisters Roby Tima Virginia Stine, all in Wanover. Funeral set for tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. from his home. April 22, Arthur Dat 48 noted Rutland View racing superintendent dies tonight after a year of illness. a well known figure in New England horse racing.
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Japanese crew lost as two liners stand by
Thirty eight Japanese seamen perished when the Raifukune sank in the North Atlantic. The Cunarder Tuscania and the Homeric could not aid due to raging seas. Captains Hoberta and Roberts relayed grim messages as rescue proved impossible. A fuller account awaits the Homeric's arrival.
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Portuguese Assembly Extends Suspension of Rights
The Chamber of Deputies approves a two week extension of constitutional guarantees at the premier Vicario Gulmaiars request. All parties except the Royalistas praise the decisive action over the recent rebellion. The first division general asks to keep captive Premier Cumha Leal and Garcia Loureito amid about 160 officers still under arrest.
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Associated Press
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Garcia Loureito
Ante Klan Mayor Wins Terres Om Apr 21
The election results show Ante Klan winning the mayoral race in Ber rin todas with 4540 votes, defeating Thomas Welty amid Ku Winghlar candidate influence. The count establishes a record turnout and signals a shift in local leadership.
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Bulgaria Cracks Down as Communist Rebellion Surges
Reports from Berlin and Bucharest describe Bulgarian forces quelling urban riots while revolutionary groups in Varna and other areas resist. Clerical clashes, claimed executions, refugees heading toward Serbia, and an attempted bombing mark a volatile purge as authorities pursue counter revolutionaries and arrest students in Berlin.
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Carl Kroneft
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