State Democratic Forces Confident of 1924 Victory
New Haven August 14 officers of the State Democratic Central Committee and invited precinct leaders urged immediate organization in smaller communities to support the Democratic victory in 1924. Mayor Fitzgerald of New Haven was ill and did not attend. James Spelley of Hartford spoke on party unity and loyalty to Democratic principles after nomination and election.
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Stel
New Haven
State
Democratic Central Committee
Inesia
Central Committee
Quetricus
Wilcox's
David F. Fitzgerald
Thomas J. Speliney
Hartford
Herald
Calvin Lyon
Columbus
Ohio
Corde Huh
Arah H. Fahey
New York
Spellecy
Democratic Party
Sald Spebacy
Heart Basin Suit Demands 10000 Damages
Julia B. Kish of Norwalk sues Frank Foch of South Norwalk in Superior Court seeking 10000 in damages for alleged humiliation and injury after prom ises of marriage. She claims he promised to marry and married others, prompting the civil action filed yesterday.
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Julia B. Kish
Norwark
Frank Foch
South Norwa
South Narwa
Refusal to Play Star Spangled Banner at Concert
New York concert refused to begin with the Star Spangled Banner, deemed too gloomy by conductor Barnhart amid protests by Irish agitators and a Park Commission order. He cited wartime contexts and legal status, insists his stand reflects political tensions and public sentiment.
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Dental Park
Murnhart
New York
Ange S
Toni
Gathit “Uctow
Park Commission
Barnher
Inez Caneress
T Jed
Aly
Rescue Party Nearing Wrangel Island Goal
Report by Harold Noe from Point Hope Alaska describes the Wrangel Island relief expedition nearing Wrangel Island after delays. The crew weighed anchor August 3 from Nowe, hoisted supplies and dogs, and faced opposition from a missionary who discouraged Eskimos from aiding the voyage. The party aims to reach Wrangel Island to provide relief.
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Wrangel Island
Harold Noe
Point Tiope
Alaska
Wrangel
Wales
Cape
Joseph Farland
Engite
Paris
Jakune
Belus
Sears
Eskimos Suike
Ian
Gretaresque
Pohns
Vanguard Prophets Open Annual Convention in City
Crowds gathered as about 1 000 prophets arrived to attend the Vanguard of Prophets annual convention. Notables including F Phenass of Azab Grotto and Clare Gillespie of Henrs Grotte led arrivals, with activities set to begin this afternoon and extend into evening at Stratfield and nearby headquarters.
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Vanguard of Prophets
Stratfield
Wiheon Land
John A. Derthies
Grotte
Superitur
Enedometer
William Denis
Jere
Local News Briefs From Visit to City and Legal Claims
A jumble of notes reports a mayoral conference on pensions, foreclosures, and lawsuits. Mentions include Tony Birdsey Parsons of Newtown, a 10 Superior vow removal, a housekeeper’s death case in Boston, a foreclosure suit for $38,000, and a $19,000 claim from Ste. Tn H. Kishofik. Also notes a Democrat meeting and election preparations, plus various police, marriage, and fraud references amid scattered names and places.
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Duther
Vierbeth F
Duto
Nicho
Bridgeport
Tony Birdsey Parsons
Newtown
Mrotoriacs Bee
Torie
Eamners
Ehuin Ol Antiatti
Dr. Towing
Bostonian
Cart
Ste
Tn H. Kishofik
Pronk Tain
Tagesanon
Yee Man
Springfield
Wortlauss
Democradc
Warn
Roanerather
Flor Srry
Betes Vanguard
Fee
Pal
Croaby
Mori
Westport
Messistals
Adinuyt
Dion Tye
Asa Bey
Vyndhyirk Rommens
Nadie
Man Involved In Murder In This State Wounded
A wounded man linked to a murder in this state was identified by police. The case centers on Moore Avenue and Greenport, with officers confirming injuries and pursuing leads to locate suspects connected to the September payroll robbery. Authorities say a second man was injured and a third person remains at large as they follow investigations.
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Moore
Allentae
Thomas Pulips
Lens
Lalarid
Baseball Bribery Charges Probed By National League
National League president A A Heydler announced a formal probe into allegations that two players, Bohne and Duncan, were approached by gamblers prior to a crucial series with the New York Giants in Cincinnati. The hearing, the first to invite local Cincinnati reporters to attend, followed a sports weekly’s report. Both players denied direct or indirect approaches, while Heydler defended the inquiry as establishing a precedent.
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National League
Cincinnati
Mneav Yciruk
New York Cfiants
Dunn A. Heydler
Sammy Bohne
Fieties
Pat Dunes
Flaug de
Aerusalions
Vhergea
Codyer
Do Week
Sras
Bohne
Duncan
Chiants
Cinncinnati
Baron Kato Death Reported as Premier of Japan
Baron Vomexabura Kato, premier of Japan and former navy minister, reportedly died this afternoon. Born 1869, he took office June 11, 1922 and played a leading role in the Washington Arms Conference of 1921. The news follows earlier misreports of his status.
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Baron "Tohwsabuyo Kato
Japan
Baron Kato
Hardwig
Wt Nowbie
Men and Women Sought in Daring Assault
Bridgeport and state police seek two men and a woman in a brutal attack near Springfield Massachusetts. Victim bound and robbed, left unconscious in a dark corn field beside a car rented on State Street Bridgeport. Suspects identified as occupants of a Bridgeport vehicle hiring in the city. Massachusetts notice now in possession.
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Bridgeport
Willkwims Howarda
Orwalk
Massachusetts
Fhs
Ely
Stanley Flatinels
Essex Street
Springweld
Suffie'd
Atawan
Mags
Ayringfield
Suspicious Women With Babies to Be Stopped
NEW YORK Aug 23 Still without a definite clue after a feverish search for three month old Lilian Chen abducted from a carriage in front of a West 19th Street store last Saturday. Detective Captain Minsten ordered detention of any woman with a small infant showing suspicion. Efforts have failed to yield progress in the kidnapping case despite police sweeps and a city wide alert.
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New York
Lilian
Chen Wie
Minsten
Nave
Liemont Promisinx
Kidnaning
Warrington
Bates
Ward Described as Cold Blooded by Employee
A juror described Ward as cold blooded. Walter M. Pet was awaiting trial in Westchester County jail after testimony noted Ward’s alleged role in a plot. An expert suggested Ward lacked the mind to plan, while defense and prosecution details blurred as testimonies continued at the inquiry.
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Walter M. Pet
Chironera
Westcester
Wa Fortuce
Reco
Anthracite Strike Fears Halt in Atlantic City Talks
In Bayberry S Aug, the Anthracite mine operator and Miners Union officials, after 48 hours with no contact, held to a possible September stoppage unless a wage contract is reached. Both sides reject federal intervention, warn of a tough stand, and plan a partial shutdown to maintain underground work and essential mine operations if talks fail. A truce was proposed to sustain maintenance and power sections, amid signs a broader shutdown could devastate the industry.
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Bayberry
S. Aug
Miners’ Union
Atlantic City
John L. Lewis
Pennsylvania
Highlights in Coal Situation
Miners and steel workers in Atlantic City expect no stoppage of the anthracite industry by September 1. The federal government has advanced fuel famine combat plans with bureau work and an educational drive on bituminous use. A geological survey will seek coal substitutes. Bridgeport dealers say the city is better prepared than last year, though some families lack funds to store fuel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
Bridgeport
Prisoner Zeppo Escapes Seizure After Police Capture
Sergeant Virelli recaptured prisoner Zeppo in a wrenching chase following a November escape from Lia County jail. The suspect, Alexander Palmigi, had been freed to liaison with police in Canada, then recaptured in Cleveland. Authorities say Zeppo’s escape attempt was thwarted as Canadian authorities coordinated extradition efforts.
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Lia
Dal
Alexander
Palmigi
Wis
County Jar
Frank Virsili
Denia Werk
Ibs City
Montreal
Canada
Oeompany
Sean
Mba
Te Cananda
Clevrland
Lebous
Himerlt
Ie County
Lo O'¢Losk
Vanada
Lione
Hevilt
Beitia Bb
Extensive steps taken for supplying coal in emergency
Washington aurora report on government program to supply fuel to antivacite consumer if work suspends in hard coal mines. Preparations extended to seasonal bureaus as authorities seek a settlement. Chairman Manmend announced emergency duty on suspension would be held up to avoid further disruptions. Agencies expanded reporting on progress and explored substitutes amid production threats.
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Washington
Manmend
Informa Pon
Informa Pon Whet Ted Bt Famit Ally Neve, Ba Sualr Wr Fae Wihvire Hhouar Wis
Tor
Agine
Poor families to suffer most in coal shortage
Bridgeport dealers report the city is better positioned than last year to weather an anthracite strike. Many homes are already stocked with coal, some households lack cash or storage space, and prices may rise in September if the miners’ strike resumes. Dealers say supplies are five months ahead of last year, aided by shipments by boat and Connecticut Chamber of Commerce data.
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Bridgeport
Park City
Otinine
Bridgeport Deal
Ielling
Lanthynelle
Plan to boycott anthracite urged for New England governors
The conference of New England governors and secretary Anson T. Meock considered a united boycott plan to press for coal independence. Governor Templeton of Massachusetts and Governor Storrow discussed rail and fuel issues while five governors attended the session in Boston. The group toured Camp Devens after lunch and prepared a memorandum urging public independence from anthracite dependence.
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New England
Templeton
Storrow
Boston
Usl
Meovernor Kay A. ‘Templeton
Conneviieu
Tia
Vretary
Apson T. Meock
Hart Ford
Aim
Lodiy Tiok
Wambushing
Geile Chad
Atudustees
Anig
Uae
James Te Storrow
Joint New Fame
Conritten
Anson Ty
Mets
Charles A Templeton
Meticut
Flynt
Rhode Island
Bisgatomoblie
Templetom
McCook
Beeton
Worcester
Gertriacs
Camp Devens
Massachusetts
Ae House
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Narch American Newspaper Alliance
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Jesidey
Wrimgel
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Wsan
Mullionaate
Uf Xelare
Nolin
Hanaic Ment
Nove
Nelos
Hervive Aim
Binal
Bas
Ted Wien
Rota Ienvbers Sulinnebnes
Condinund
Wyse
Heydler
Source
Chicago Sports Weekly
Hunt
Lillian
Pelner
Ben Men
Ward
Bin
Tarther
Eve
America
Merton
Imne
Bridgeport Sunday Post
Meu
Virelli
Zepko
Cavan
White House
Cnarte
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