Santa Claus halted in Paris burglary caper
Paris notes a burglar in Santa disguise arrested this morning. A sack of loot, including two pearl necklaces once gifted by the Marquise’s son, was recovered. The day also saw gunfire and a near riot on the boulevards as police quelled anarchist unrest. A new police practice uses boneless quoyunks removal by FUndarmes. A Christmas feature aids war-devastated regions and children.
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Paris
Chris
Santa Claus
Santi
Aten
No church outrages reported in Canada at Christmas
Montreal December 45 Despite rumors of outrages at Montreal Catholic churches during Christmas midnight mass none occurred. A canvass of parish officials found church finances and crowds were normal with some additional police ready to handle emergencies.
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Canada
Montreal
Clv
Ohio Prohibition Officer Slain by Bootleggers in Breabenville
Charles Dickey Limn, a state prohibition officer, died from two gunshot wounds in Breabenville in what police describe as an active war against bootleggers. Lee and Limn report a violent night as authorities pursue suspects and restore order after the dark alloy incident.
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Lee
Charles “Dickey” Limn
Breabenville
Liwa
Three Girls Drown In Lancaster Creek Incident
Three young girls aged seven and five drowned after breaking thin ice on Conrastaga Creek near Holen paper mill in Lancaster. Martha Weinhold, four, was held near the scene as authorities investigate.
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Lancaster
Pristuine
Ents
Irene Fenwick Denies Wedding Rumors
New York gossip swirls around Irene Fenwick as she dismisses wedding rumors. The actor notes she is already happily married. Reports link her to Jolond Barrymore after his recent divorce from Doris Rankin Barrymore, with Fenwick cited as misinterpreting roles for romance.
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Irene Fenwick
New York
Bec
J. O'Brien
Mise Lene Fenwier
Jolond Barrymore
Doris Rankin Barrymore
Senwick
Community Meeting Notices and Local Societies List
A dense OCR listing shows numerous meeting venues and organizations in Bridgeport and surrounding towns. Entries include clubs, lodges, fraternal orders, political groups, and service associations with street addresses and occasional descriptions such as Secret Bridgeport Rite club and Daughters of St. George. Also appearing are references to civic bodies, temples, and trade unions alongside an old advertisement for a cold remedy product.
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Connad
Washington Avenue
Fred Hoye ¢Iely
Mast Main Street
Bridgeport
Athlone
Chile
Bridgeport Rite Club
State
Amory’ ‘Marth Washington Lodge
Daughters of St. George
Scrafford Avenue
Republican Aly
Bude and
Gelorado Avenue
St. Michael D
L Merain
SC Joseph's
Maing Avenue
Twelfth Dustrict
Wembbiean
Union Avenue
Worlunon
Sick and Benefit Fund
Warfield Avertity
Court Pentennack
Cannon Street
Catalpa Circle
Cane Aon Atrest
Konekapotanauh Wibe
WL O. Weld
Carpenters and Joiners
L7thai
Ceract
Barbsav Main Main
Reat
Mother of Triplets Honored By Queen Dies in Stratford
Ellen Ahern longtime Stratford resident dies after 23 days in Stratford hospital leaving four children and 11 grandchildren. She was mother of triplets who were presented to Queen Victoria in Dublin Castle. the Queen gave five pounds to each baby and showed interest in their progress. Funeral at Timothy Ahern homestead on South Slain Street with requiem mass at St Jamish Church and burial in St cemetery.
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Dev
Ellen Ahern
Orraident
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Mra Ahern
Tripfels
Queen Victoria of
Hughand
Dublin Castle
Qeland
Bstern
Bert Ahern
Victoris
Timothy Ahern
Bridgenor
Antes McQuillen
Ames Cine
Timothy Tord Anthony S
Ahern
Cornelius
Patrick Alon
Timothy
Hood murders stir Klan fears and reprisals in parish
In a Louisiana parish tied to Daniely and Richards killings, whispers of Klan involvement surge as residents split into pro and anti Klan camps. State police and witnesses face protection issues while hearings loom and threats of reprisals echo through Bastrop area.
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Stuckey
Entiaen Othe
Sascrop
Shoutu
Almigat
Berry Whetstone
Mer Rouge
State Penitentiary
Laton Rouge
Whetstone
Bastrop
Meiner
Lake la Mours
Vetstrop
Percy Sandel
Monroe
United State
Cittorny
Urges Traffic Court for State in Transportation Wire Concerns
The piece discusses state traffic court authority and the issue of vehicle unregistered flights along state routes. It reviews gasoline tax exemptions and recommendations on the use of bond insurance and related financial instruments tied to transportation and regulatory oversight.
Administration to Fight Borah Plan in German Budget Row
The administration plans to oppose Senator Borah as it battles over Germany’s current budget and the broader reconstruction effort. Debate centers on withdrawal terms and moratoriums, with officials urging prompt action to satisfy allied conditions.
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Germany
Crooks Respond to Police Chief Plea for Good
A fragmented police story describes crooks urged to reform by a police chief, noting moral exhortations and societal pressures. The text references Christmas and community roles, with unclear details about actions or outcomes.
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Crooks
Polige
Turks Refuse Armenia Plea as Mosul Issue Deepens
Lausanne dispatch reports Turkish leaders rejecting Armenian pleas amid post armistice talks. They claim Mosul and two Iraqi districts already incline toward joining Turkey, while Arab sentiment yawns toward a plebiscite under Allied authority. The Near East conflict remains unresolved with military and political pressures mounting.
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MaBlish Arieyed
Lausanne
Coney Slim
Americans Play Santa to Near East orphans
Fragmentary text describes Americans and ships aiding near east orphans, mentioning cruisers, mother ships, and refugee children. The garbled lines reference diverting aid to displaced youths and a wartime context with multiple nationalities involved.
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Santa
Son Born Saturday to Mr and Mrs Hackett
A local birth notice reports a son born Saturday to Mr and Mrs Hackett. The fragmentary OCR preserves the family names and the event but preserves limited context. The notice mentions related names and a caregiver as part of the public birth announcement.
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Mrs. Hackett
Railroad President Bies Dies in 75th Year
The president of the Concord and Portamont railroad and Stratford National Bank died at his home in Providence in his 75th year. He was a descendant of Trogey Wil lina. Pounder of Ithody Tsiand was a sea ban in Providence, I, te. 75.
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Bies
Busha
Concord and Portamont Railroad
Stratford National Bani
Totay
Trogey Willina
Pounder
Providence
Warship to be steered by radio from plane
An experimental warship will be controlled remotely by radio from an aircraft, with plans for a 6,000 mile preliminary voyage and staged maneuvers. Secretary Denby announced reorganizations and new torpedo plate and radio-centrial developments amid a broad Navy modernization effort.
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iTamond
Shearsd
Thas
Antle
Bacitte
Nejoth
Parana
Tony
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Denby
Con- Bross Welley
SG Mion
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Xonic
Mofetl
Radio Centual
Losele
Adalat Ebesta
Polerikiry
Parma
Griitanamo
Vondesvaus
Manama
Revenue Officers May Reminders for Tax Returns
Note from the Bureau of Internal Revenue advising taxpayers on returns use and exemptions. Details cover single status, dependents, credits, and how to determine filing status through the year. Emphasizes careful preparation and accuracy to avoid issues and ensure compliance.
Children Perish In Fire Tragedy Ravaging Home
A fire gutted a residence killing several children including a ten year old and an eight year old. Rescuers found the bodies in a bath room as smoke and flames spread rapidly, with authorities stating the cause and exact circumstances remain under investigation.
Minor collision damages cars on Nuruk Avenue
An incident occurred on Nuruk Avenue near Claris Street involving two vehicles. George Klein of 154 Keeler Avenue and John Ider of AB Drom Riven Stratforsd sustained minor damage to their cars. No injuries or drivers reported.
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George Klein
Keeler Avenue
John Ieder
AB Dromriven
Stratforsd
Nuruk Avenue
Claris Street
Erastus Brainerd noted editor dies after long career
The article recalls Erastus Brainerd longtime editor of the Denteitpera, born in Middles town Connecticut, educated at arena University, who led public life and published five volumes and a history of Great Art. He died after a period of illness, ending a prominent editorial career begun in 1920.
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Ula
Staue
Berainerd
Denteitpera Cor
Beamerd
Middletown
Conn
Arena University
Jessy Lin
Lostoy Museum
Lie Ane
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Ary
Arthur
Man and Woman Leap From Fire After Stove Explosion
In Brooklyn a man and a woman escaped flames when their clothing ignited by a stove explosion. The couple leaped from a second story window, with Arthur Mikkelsen and Mrs Tellzaham Christianson among those aiding. Firemen answered with minor property damage and light injuries.
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New York
Dee
Nikkelaen
Bora
German Children Entertained by American Forces
An translated wartime report describes German children in a camp entertained by American troops. It mentions school seating, cloths, and various activities, noting a high routine and a solemn event. The piece references a humanitarian effort tied to liberation and relief during the conflict.
Mildred Wen Returns Home After Disappearance
Mildred Wen, feared missing since Friday night, has returned to Washington from hiding with her mother reported prostrate at the ordeal. The eighteen year old heiress plans a New York wedding to George Nam Lae, son of a wealthy Chinese industrialist, with ceremonies to follow in the Orient style.
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Washington
Mildred
Georga Wen
Wildred
New York
George Nam Lae
Mil Anaire
Marchants' Association
Alain
Tae
Hin
Niswy Fork
Sas
Sisty Wey
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Mer
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Christmas Whiskey Killings Blind Two in Shelley
In Shelley Ohio on December 25 a Christmas whiskey incident left one dead and two blinded. Investigating authorities say the event occurred near Rinkland County as part of a broader murder case. Suspects named Wiskey and others are detained as the investigation continues.
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Shelley
Ohio
Philin Waulaanoth
Rinkland
Ulindsd
Mae i
Robbers Escape With $10,000 From Chicago Merchant Household
A report by police states that two thieves forced entry into the home of Adam Sehans, a Chicago merchant, and escaped with cash and jewelry. Dee and a maid were found at the scene with his wife and two children unharmed but shaken.
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Adam Sehans
Jeohu
Nolice Fou
Santa's Stork Leaves 3 Gifts on Holiday Day
A column recalls a Christmas week filled with large community efforts to aid the unfortunate. Public and private groups decorated, entertained, and distributed gifts and cheer across crowded events in a festive spirit throughout the county.
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Mairfigld
Seit
Tairfield County
Pame
Pe Kidairs
McGraw’s Rise and World Series Glory with New York Giants
John J McGraw, long associated with the Giants, managed the National League club after a controversial move from Baltimore. He led New York to multiple NL titles and World Series glory, culminating in a 1921 championship victory over the Yankees.
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Baltimore
New York
Mistis
Slary
Alder
McGraw
Christy Mathewson
Bucknell College
Tor Ove Thins
Yin
Totor
Yankees
Car Crash Report With Unregistered Plates In Pavi Nelg
A crash near Pavi Nelg involved an ostrear car and another vehicle. The damaged automobile reportedly carried no Connecticut registration plates. State oil police will investigate. The Schwartz garage at 2420 Main Street reported the vehicle. Authorities had no report of the accident or official action.
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Pavi- Nelg
Sennsrng Brothers
Main Street
Connecticut
Schwarts
State Oil
Connecticut Company
Avaiabin
Kellogg's Bran Promises Relief From Constipation
An advertisement extols Kellogg's Bran as all Bran that relieves constipation. It claims regular use, two tablespoons daily, improves health, and suggests versatile cooking uses from pancakes to muffins. The copy touts physician recommendations and grocery availability with printed Belloor recipes on each package.
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Kellogg's
Kellogg’s
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