New Haven Wife Confesses Carbolic Attack on Husband
New York Aug 1 The dead wife of Frank Sokolowsky an AFL agent was arrested after a cross border manhunt and confessed she threw carbolic acid into his sleep to keep him for herself She claimed he was unfaithful and she wished to disfigure him The coroner said the confession leaves no doubt of her guilt and extradition for trial is expected.
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New York
Frank Sokolowsky
American Federation of Labor
New Haven
Jane
Woan
Canada
Sokolowsky
Prisoners Arraigned as City Court Handles Weekend Spree
A crowded Bridgeport city court heard 28 gamblers from three raids, motor vehicle violators, and common drunkenness cases. Judges continued many charges, fined several restaurant patrons, and ordered bond for a shoplifting suspect. medical updates followed a motorcycle crash.
Horsford's Acid Phosphate Advertisement Claims Energizing Drink
An old newspaper advertisement touts Horsford's Acid Phosphate as a wholesome tonic to relieve exhaustion. It markets the product as beneficial for brain and nerve stamina, urging readers to try the popular old beverage to refresh and revitalize lingering tiredness.
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Horsford
Making Over Old Fashioned Wedding Rings
Bring in your old fashioned ring we will make it into the newest design at a very reasonable price.
Bridgeport Vessel Bridgeport to Anchor in Boston Navy Waters
Bridgeport’s ex German ship Bridgeport, formerly Nord Deutscher Lloyd liner, to drop anchor in Boston harbor mid August on a recruiting mission. Mayor Wilson plans to urge Navy Secretary to allow local men to serve aboard the destroyer repair and supply ship, with former crews and townsmen invited to join.
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Bridgeport
Nord Deutscrer Lloyd Line
U. S. Navy Yard
Boston
Focal Wate
Glifford B. Wilson
Secretary of the Navy
John Duwies
Germany
America
New Ghear
Isomethieegamber
Teename
Wor
Thane
Brest
France
Bermuda
Azores
Pdesroyvers
Downes
Rtdgeport
Three Injured as Dye Vats Explode at Coney Island
A blast at Radiant Dye and Color works in Coney Island injured three workers. The explosion shook nearby homes and rattled residents asleep in their beds as the factory vats violently ruptured during the morning incident.
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New York
Coney Island
Grand Circuit Meet Announced for Charter Oak Park
The Associated Press reports Connecticut announces Grand Circuit races at Charter Oak Park Labor Day week. Twenty entrants across four events daily, with a 10000 Charter Oak stake for 4:12 trotters and a 359000 total purse. Entries close August 28. Also reported an explosion aboard the Jamestown ferry boat in Jersey City injuring one man and damaging horses and vessel.
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Hartfort
Associated Press
Connecticut Pair Association Today
Charter Oak
Jersey City
N. J
Jamestown
Erie Railroad
Weather Almanac Brief for Bridgeport Area
The Weather report notes fog tonight and rain on Tuesday for Bridgeport and surrounding area. No further details on temperatures or timing are provided.
A. F. L. to Press Plea for Amnesty
Washington officials say the American Federation of Labor will press a general amnesty plea for political prisoners next week. Labor leaders led by Samuel Gompers will present the Montreal convention’s amnesty resolution to Attorney General officials who indicated a conference could be arranged early next week.
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Washington
Associated Press
American Federation of Labor
General Monnes
Federation
Histormey
Gene Palmer
Samuel Gommers
Department of Justice
Plot Uncovered in $1,005,000 Camp Merritt Theft
In New Jersey, a plotted theft of supplies valued at $1,005,000 from Camp Merritt was revealed by Department of Justice agents. Army officials of high rank are alleged to be involved. three men including a quartermaster captain and a former lieutenant were to be questioned as authorities pursue those linked to the scheme.
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New York
Camp Merritt
N.J
Aday
Department of Justice
Army
Alegro
Council Delays Trolley Action
The council postpones trolley plans as workers face layoff and uncertain pay. Jitney bus officials report pride in recent service gains with more buses added. Bridgeport hosts see increased out of town interest as plans remain unsettled and office activity dwindles.
Woman fights extradition to Albany over four children
Mrs Antonetta Vitale appearing before Judge John H Keeler in Taridgeport Superior Court challenged a writ of habeas corpus issued to deport her family to Albany New York Based on tests she contends she can support herself and her four children and will not become public charges The hearing was postponed to tomorrow to decide if they may remain in Taridgeport or must be deported
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Antonetta Vince
John H. Keeler
Superior Court
Keeler
Taridgeport
Albany
N.Y
Vitale
Big City
Hugbank
Department of Charities
Comprehensive Hardware and Sporting Goods List
A long catalog of agricultural and shop items including implements like cultivators plows and harrows, hardware such as hinges screws and door fixtures, tools like chisels planes saws and hammers, camping gear including tents and fishing tackle, sporting goods from balls to rifles, and automotive parts like batteries tires and spark plugs. Numerous brand names and categories appear across farming, construction, household, and outdoor supply groups.
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John Angelitus
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Emio
Jonn Naiveskowitz
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Fairfeld
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Jane Street
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Noble
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Dixon’s Graphites
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American Hardware Stores
Fairfield Avenue
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