German Republic Mockery Declared by Former Premier
Paris, Dec 14. Premier Viviani told Columbia University graduates at a dinner that the German republic is a mockery and cannot be trusted. He urged suppression of German kultur in French and American universities and praised American war efforts aiding democracy against autocracy. Colonel Parsons presided. speakers included Bergson and de Constant. Joffre was invited but could not attend.
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Havas
Viviani
Columbia University
United States
William Barclay Parsons
Henri Bergson
Baron D’estourniehés de Constant
Joseph A. Blake
Marshal Joffre
Wilson in Paris crowds greet president and mission
President Wilson tours Paris as crowds throng boulevards and Place de la Concorde. Reports say he may visit Rome and the Vatican while French officials organize the American mission and public news channels.
Propaganda of Britain Object of Friends Attention
NEW HAVEN Conn Dec 19 The state conversion of the Friends of Irish Freedom in session today and tonight adopted a resolution urging President Wilson to insist that Ireland's claims receive full and just consideration at the peace conference Another resolution was passed calling the Senate committee investigating German propaganda carried on before the war to investigate British propaganda in its country before America entered the war The following officers were elected President Philip J Sullivan Thompsonville vice president Elev EK J Hannery Waterbury Wood Carroll New Haven hy J Abuephs Bridgeport dobn Bannigin Naugatuck Major ih J Jayons Hartfords lies archer Gildea Torrington treasurer James P Land New Haven secretary Mr J Quinn New Haven
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Deco
Friends of Irish Freedom
Wilson
Irehind
Senate
America
Philip J. Sullivan
Thompsonville
Elev. EK
Four Arrested After Auto Bumps Trolley
Four youths were arrested after a speeding car bumped a trolley near the ML company's plant in Nun Jlaven. The crash left William Quinn with a fractured shoulder and a girl severely injured. John Murphy and Carrigan were among those detained for drunkenness. all four were taken to New Haven for burglary charges as Quint remained hospitalized and awaiting transfer.
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Carrigan
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William Tate
James Ceuta Weotlcu
Serne
Tiler
Arem
New Heaven
Seranunt Jagan
Quint
New Haven
Stamford Man Attacks Woman After Following Clerk
In Stamford a man from Bridgeport attacked a young woman after following her from a store where she worked as a clerk. Police will not release the girl’s identity citing no formal complaint. the accused, identified as Michael Wise, said he wanted to marry her. The victim, about 26, hospitalized with injuries, is described as attractive. Funeral and hospital details are not disclosed.
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Bea
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Bridgeport
Jhas
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Dyveloud
Sane
Park City
Conn Suffragist Starts Liberty Loan Drive
Washington December 15 More than 50000 was contributed to the Woodan s Liberty Loan at a Washington rally today by the National Women s party The fund was subscribed after Mrs Oscar Gennett of Hartford asked how much would be given to get the last sem ole out of the way of liberty O L Belmont of New York spoke and gave 1600 The New York state branch contributed 1800 the Pennsylvania branch 14000 and the District of Columbia branch 1060 Southern states sent 500 and Michigan voters 266 The meeting opened with a procession of women from countries where women vote and 26 jailed women received prison pins for services to women s freedom The party will stage a demonstration in Lafayette Square tomorrow burning copies of President Wilson s Paris speeches
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Woldan
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Oscar Gennett
Hartford
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P. Belmont
New York
Luerfing
New Yort State
Pennsylvania
District of Columbia
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Michigan
Woman's “Party
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White House
Wilson
Paris
Americans Reach Limits on Rhine (Continued)
British occupation advances reach the eastern Rhine bridgehead with Cologne areas secured and towns such as Olpe Solingen and Hilden reported along the line. The German civilians show curiosity toward the advancing forces while authorities maintain order and supply chains seem adequate despite ongoing operations.
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Calosne
Cologne
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Seelsgoueid
Hohkephell
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Hilden
American Citizens Write Tributes to German Heroes
Washington reports on a German war propaganda exhibit, a golden book of autographs from Americans born in Germany and others who funded German war orphans. The Senate committee read a sample of names while preparing further hearings and noting large drives to enroll volunteers across many school districts, with a 65,000 member goal and ongoing Red Cross support.
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Washington
Germany
Senate Committee
Astpetain George TG
Army Intelligence Service
Gemmiany
United States
Wilhelm II
Brooklyn
J. Dietz
N. Y
George Sylvester Vierack
Viereck
Exeander
Enrollments Surge in Bridgeport Red Cross Drive
The Bridgeport Red Cross drives enlist 36 759 workers in a citywide effort. Volunteers canvassed homes and shops, with bands touring 27 districts, as officials aim for 65 000 members by week’s end. Some residents refused, others welcomed the effort with ready funds and memberships.
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Red Cross
American Red Cross
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Rer Dyer
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Oagain
New York City
Telp
Stafford Case Reopened Hearing Tomorrow
Esther Lawrence formerly of Bridgeport, now in Tru ny NY, charged with keeping an orderly house, will have a hearing before the Peer Third of third place. Westport resident Borde Pave, involved in material dealings, will also be heard. Attorney James Dea sey of Peekskill will represent the woman.
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Esther Lawrence Stafford
Bridgeport
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Westport
Athorney James Deasey
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American soldiers mistaken for British in American uniforms
Corporal Martin Darak, a Bridgeport native, writes from France about U S troops moving through towns and Napoleonic barracks in uniforms that caused German observers to mistake them for British. He recalls Manila service, Camp Kearny, Camp Merritt, and expresses longing to return home and aid the Red Cross.
Aero men reach Norfolk on transport
Norfolk dispatch reports 690 naval aviation officers and men arriving at Hampton Roads Naval Base from overseas service. A large crowd welcomed them as the group crossed the Susquehanna transport crossing in Virginia. Among the arrivals was Frank Lin Ko Lane Jy, son of the secretary of the interior, greeted by family members.
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Naval Aviation
Hampton Roads Naval Base
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Secretary of the Interior
Ereetec
Ordnance Expert Held For Theft of Plans
Ordnance expert Moe Golleih was arrested on alleged theft of important military plans. He was released on $38,000 bail and faces a preliminary hearing in district supreme court tomorrow.
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Washingiin
Moe J Mh Golleih
Army
District Supreme Court
Armistice Extended as Allies Consider Rhine Occupation
Paris reports the armistice amendments signed this morning extend the treaty to January 17 1919 subject to Allied consent. New provisions include extending regulations and possible occupation of the right bank of the Rhine north of Cologne up to the Dutch front, with six days notice to be given.
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Cologne
Red High Command
Moving Day Holds No Terrors for Bill Hohenzollern
AMERONGEN Holland Dec 15 By The Associated Press The former German emperor continues a near total isolation with no truth to reports of constant adviser contact or empress illness Her condition remains unchanged and he is not planning to move his quarters until he learns more about his future.
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Holland
Associated Press
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Rainsonkert
Herr Hohenzaljern
Federal Agents Hold Jas Sykes in Stamford Bank Case
Federal agents hold Jas Sykes as details unfold from a Stamford bank dispute. Travis, longtime Stamford National Bank cashier since 1917, was discharged in October after loaning to the Sykes Motor Sales firm against orders. Bonds set at 3000, hearing Jan 6, with Mrs Cowe said to have provided release funds.
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Connecticut
Travis
Stamford National Bank
Motor Company
Sykes
United States
Hugh J. Lavery
Wattfield
Sykes Motor Sales Company
Arab Patrol Elects Officers at Pyramid Temple Meeting
At the annual election of Arab Patrol of Pyramid temple on Broad street, officers were chosen for key posts. John Hf. Richardsean was named vice president, Irving Stith treasurer, and Ernest J Wilson among others. Franklin Myers and Albert Merritt received leadership roles as entertainment coordinators and wardens. The vacancy for chief priest was filled by Chirt Fred eric A. Bartlett after his election to high priest.
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Pyramid Temale
Broad Street
Tecretary
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Joseph P. Hie
Flo Marroth
Anker Laon
Ernest J Wilson
Myers
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Schawarg
Dee Nusteigis Potengate
John Hf. Richardsean
Albert
Merritt
Chirt Frederic A. Bartlett
Thomas F. Drees of Shelton Obituary
Former resident of this city, Thomas F. Drees, died at his home in Shelton after fighting illness. He was 48, an employee at a Woarnger factory and member of the Bagless. Survived by wife and two children, Thomas E. and Genevieve. Funeral arrangements not yet set.
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Telephone Rates Based on Mileage Regulation Change
The article details a shift to distance based telephone rates with station to station service at five cents per six miles up to twenty four miles and five cents for each eight miles beyond, using airline distances. It notes higher labor costs for person to person calls, outlines new charges, and mentions fraud risks by coded usage. It also states a 25 percent report charge when location is established and reports, with reductions for short distances and exceptions for free toll areas.
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Crenan May Be Named for Post
The Bridgeport detective bureau head Captain Crenan, in charge since January 23, 1907, may be named to a new post tonight as the hour approaches a pivotal year session. Jol C. Stanley, bureau president, plans retirement January 1 unless reappointed, prompting expected personnel changes and shifts in the department. Supervision under Crenan has yielded high efficiency and notable results.
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Cranan
George Actoll
Bridgeport Pa
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