Women Pickets Spark Unexpected British Ship Walkout
New York August 21. Longshoremen in Britain bound ships walk out in solidarity after women pickets outside White Star Line pier inspire a mass stoppage. Negro stevedores and sailors join, delaying Cunard and other liner work as tension rises over Cork mayor and Archbishop Mannix landing issues.
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Protest on Ireland Fails to Reach Colby Washington
A group of women active in the Irish freedom movement attempted to present Secretary Colby with a protest against the imprisonment of Cork Mayor MacSweeney. After hours waiting to see Colby they went to the White House but officials were out. Led by Mrs. Gertrude Corless the delegation reported receiving a cable from Mrs. Hannah Sheehy-Skeffington urging action by newly enfranchised American women.
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Egypt's Freedom Near at Hand
A British embassy statement describes a London conference outcome on Egypt crown relations. If accepted, Britain would keep control of foreign affairs and protect the Suez Canal while Egypt gains independence in other matters. The heads of agreement await approval and a future treaty negotiation follows.
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Ponzi Assets Seized as Receivers Take Home and Cars
Boston report notes the receivers in bankruptcy took over Charles Ponzi’s home and automobiles. The action targets Ponzi and a $10,000 claim against Joseph Daniels tied to a disputed partnership in Ponzi’s securities exchange venture. Attorney General Allen announced aid from New England lawyers for noteholders amid 18,000 expected claims. Ponzi’s wife Ary remains in the Lexington mansion and says she is nearly penniless but capable of supporting herself.
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Lord Mayor of Cork Hunger Strikes in Brixton Prison
London dispatch reports Terrance MacSweney the Lord Mayor of Cork nearing the fifteenth day of a hunger strike in Brixton Prison. He remains too weak to move or speak much, his wife and sister at his side briefly as crowds wait for word and prayers rise for his survival amid Irish tensions.
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Anthem Booing Marred Olympic Polo Victory in Antwerp
At Antwerp on August 27 England won a hard fought water polo match against Belgium. Booing greeted the conclusion as Belgian spectators objected to decisions by a Swedish referee. Princess Marie Jose attended from the royal box as God Save the King rang out and boos and hisses echoed through the stands. The Belgian Olympic committee planned an apology in the official program.
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Din of Whistles Proclaims Vote for Women in City Today
Bridgeport residents mark the enfranchisement of women with noon bells and factory whistles. officials including Marxor Wilson urge observance across Connecticut as the 16th state ratifies the federal suffrage amendment.
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Holcomb calls special session to prepare for suffragists
Governor Holcomb announced in Hartford that a special session of the Connecticut general assembly will convene September 14 to amend state election laws. The aim is to enable full participation of women as electors in the national election, citing the 19th Amendment and the need to adjust statutes for the large number of eligible voters. The proclamation calls the 1913 general assembly to Hartford Capitol at eleven o'clock to enact necessary legislation.
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Food costs fall slightly this week in New York
New York figures show overall food costs per pound for 81 articles dropped to 4.47 this week from 4.56 last week and 5.00 a year ago, according to new Bradstreet data. Prices remain higher than two years ago but lower than a year prior.
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Countess Finds Man Riding Under Her Bed
In Rome on August 27 Countess Storze, wife of the Italian minister, woke to an intruder under her bed. Servants alarmed, police arrived, a battle ensued, and a revolver and a crude form were found at the scene.
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Poland and France clash over eastern boundary in wartime talks
In Paris a French note urges Poland to push the eastern boundary toward the Russian frontiers, arguing Polish victory supports a stronger defense. Polish war faction grows, demanding restoration of pre-1773 lines and possible gains, while peace prospects dim.
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Trotzky assumes field command deposing Russian Napoleon
LONDON Aug 27 dispatches report Leon Trotzky takes personal command of Soviet forces near Brent-Litovsk and Grodno as they attack Polish positions The Bolsheviks claim the change was due to a failed Warsaw campaign and misfortune in the capital contest The report notes renewed resistance by the Lusatians and Soviet efforts on the south edge of Lemberg
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Cox accuses Republicans of huge campaign fund
In New Haven Governor Cox charged Republicans with assembling a record campaign treasure, claiming a $16,000,000 corruption fund and calling opponents “money diggers” as he urged Democrats to defeat Senator Brandegee of Connecticut over opposition to the league. He refrained from releasing new evidence but persisted in linking the GOP to vast fundraising efforts amid a four‑speech tour. The governor’s remarks came as delegations from Rhode Island and nearby states attended.
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James M. Cox
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Connecticut
Gavernac Cox
Germany
White says Hays evading issue in party quarrel
George White, Democratic National Committee chairman, charged that Hays is evading the issue. The statement quotes Cox’s charges as false and cites the Republican Ways and Means bulletin. it argues Cox’s statements align with the bulletin, while denying the bulletin’s accuracy.
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Harding Defends Rail Legislation At Galleon Rally
GALLON Ohio Aug 27 Senator Harding defended Cummins Esch railway act urging a strong federal role for service and fair treatment for railroad workers while defending a balanced governance policy. He pressed for a government for all people over a government yielding to class, calling the act the conscience of Congress and predicting rail workers would hail its forward steps. Supporters applauded as railway men shook his hand after the speech.
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Upham Defends Funds Charge With Dream Money Reply
In Chicago Earl L Shaul reports Upham, treasurer of the Republican national committee, replying to Gov Cox charges that 15 to 20 million in quotes make up a budget rather than a quota. Upham says the total budget for national and state purposes exceeds 2 million and is essential to carry on the campaign. He plans to testify Monday before the Senate committee investigating election funds.
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McGraw and Sami Stew in Hashslingers Scandal
New York report questions John J. McGraw Giants manager about possible link to injuries of Jenney Blavin and others at the Lambs club. Federal inspector James Shevithn says Hauer was sold there the night of the incident. Slavin shows slight improvement.
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Shaw of Redding Leading in 24th Shaw of Redding Leading in 24th
In Redding on August 27 Representative Samuel Shaty is the leading Republican candidate for the Sith senatorial district nomination, facing opposition in Danbury. George S. Barnes F A Turd and Albert A. Gorham head the delegates. Georgetown group opposed Shaw over prohibition views led by Burtram and L. S. Warner, with Warner gaining the senatorial delegation after a tied first vote.
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Delegates Pick Town Leaders as Caucus Looms in Gubernatorial Race
At a Magzonia Temple meeting, Fire Board chief J. A. Leonard was chosen town chairman to replace J. A. H. Hobtasen. Delegates from multiple districts debated resolutions, with Ives opposing accolades for the retiring chair, Wilder’s committee resolutions adopted overwhelmingly. The convention adjourned amid factional notes and upcoming caucus hopes.
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Norwalk Delegates Back Mayors Wigan For Governor
Three of Norwalk's four delegates, elected uninstructed, reportedly favor Bridgeport Mayor Wigan for the Republican nomination for governor. Delegates to the senate convention are pledged to Judge Nenemiah W. Candee. Congressional delegates' stance not disclosed but believed to back Congressman Schuyler Merritt for renomination.
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