Legion meeting invites cooperation and installs officers
Faireseed Jan 9 Special State Commander BE Selly urged George A Smith post members to cooperate with state and national organizations. New officers were sworn in by Commander Selly and tasked to implement duties. Appointed committees include Athletic, Home, Americanization with members Carr Gleason Donaldson Neary Curran Carroll McNally Cutran Johnson Sturges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BE. J. Selly
George A. Smith
Amerian Legion
Kelly
Eich
William A. Kinnella
Leonard Curran
John Grille
G. W. Anderson
John W. Barr
Christian Grevengn
Theodore Burr
Howard ‘Smith
John P. Johnson
Harry Carr
Thomas F. Gleason
John Donaldson
Veterans
Derby Woman Sues City Over Accident At 136 Main
Mrs Edward Zeander of 31 Perdy Avenue files a suit against the city for injuries from a fall on a slippery sidewalk in front of 136 Main Street. She suffered two fractures in one ankle and alleges the accident occurred last week. Nearby events include Legion officers installed at a meeting and other city notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Derby
Jan. Q
Mra
Edward Zeander
Perdy Avenue
Main Street
John HH. Covina
American Legion
Gerety
Lower Naugatuck
Joseph Brennan
St. Mary's Church
Caseras
New York
Anna Mep McGarry
Ming Nora Manion
Chapel Street
Ax Slayer Formally Charged With Murder
Ax Slayer Goetling, 40, was charged with the murder of Harry Keim, 46, after reenacting the crime for three detectives at the hardware store where the incident occurred. Keim was found dead early Sunday. Goetling used a pickax handle to illustrate the killing during the demonstration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Red Troetling
Harry Kel
Nard Ware
Kpim
Goetling
Payn
Keim
Alain
Weim
Goelsing
Stelm
Hebrew Orphan Asylum Installs Officers in Bridgeport
At a Bridgeport Hebrew Orphan Asylum directors meeting held at VM. TI. A. Wall last night, officers were installed. Positions include President Mrs. Bandhori, Treasurer Mrs. Snow, Financial Secretary Mrs. Bernstein, Recording Secretary Mrs. Neidelman, Corresponding Secretary Mrs. Manhelm, Membership Secretary Mrs. Yovelow, with other appointees Mrs. Tostal, FP. Picktan and Mrs. J. Arthur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport Hebrew Orphan Asylum
VM. TI. A
Tostal
Aiva
Picktan
J. Arthur
Woman joins Pennsylvania Governor's Cabinet
Harrisburg Kan Jan 96 for the first time in Pennsylvania history a woman is named to the Governor's Cabinet Governor Fred Gifford Pinchot today naming Dr. Filan Potter of Philadelphia for the post of Commissioner of Public Welfare Since the department's creation two years ago Dr Potter has led the Children's Bureau
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburgh
Kan
Penneylvahia
Fred Gifford Pinchot
Filan
Potetr
Philadelphia
Puble Welfare
Potter
Children’s Bureau
Maurice J. O'Neil Obituary at St Vincent's Hospital
Maurice J. O'Neil of 1b43 North Avenue died after last Sunday and was pronounced late last night at St Vincent's Hospital. He leaves three brothers and four sisters named Joan Leonard Rocard O'Neil Mrs Williams OLe ary Alice Evelyn and Catherine O O'Neil. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurice J. O'Neil
North Avenue
Mary K. O'Neil
St. Vincent’s Hospital
Joan
Leonard
Rocard O'Neil
Klan Accusations unfold in Hood Witness Testimony
Prosecutors study detailed deposition from a Hood witness about Klan operations in La. Parish. Testimony describes black hoods, white robes, vigilante committees, deportations, and planned midnight rides targeting Mer Rouge and nearby towns, with officers allegedly tied to Klan control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall Mott
Lake la Feruche
Ku Klux Klan
Coco
Norsworthy
Ku Kinz Kian
Reid
Klan
Skipwith
Mekoln
Bigwith
Arkansas
Alve
Coco Es
Skipworth
Arkansas Line
Tet Wall
Jordan Sailer
Nate
King
Noraworthy
Wilesse
Berg
Peing
Monnes
Mestal
Monroe Bank
Alleged Queer Makers Nabbed in New York
In New York on January 9 two women and two men were arrested at an Upper East Side apartment. Police found hundreds of lead, acids, and equipment suggesting counterfeiting operations. The raid followed reports of a vast flood of counterfeit currency circulating in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Upper East Side
Upshaw Decries High Officials Over Prohibition Side
The Georgian leader accuses senior officials of mishandling liquor shipments to foreign embassies and cites a long state department career on the issue. He laments the national capital’s intoxication era and blasts Governor Smith for opposing constitutional limits and calls for repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upshaw
Washington
State Department
Piteres
Pwietang
United States
Smith
New York
Congress
Farmers Seek State Help in Templeton Plan
A draft proposal from Governor Charles A. Templeton urges a commission be appointed to study and agree on conditions for state support. The commission would gather and distribute information to align with the state’s natural advantages and aid farmers and their families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Headley
Charles A. Templeton
American steamer loses propeller in Atlantic distress
A damaged report states the American steamer Bellingham bound from Ardrossan to Riga lost her steering gear at latitude 59.46 longitude 19.64 and sent a distress call picked up by Lloyds and Lands End friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Bellingham
Ardroswan
Raitimerg
Lloyds Et Lands End
Polish executive cancels martial law in Warsaw
Polish executive says martial law is lifted in Warsaw after the assassination of President Narutowicz. Calm has returned since the new president took office on December 20, following days of uncertainty and precautionary measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warsaw
Pregidyni Woisiechowski
Martiglay
Twelve Best Minds to Try Mrs Raisen
New York January 9 Rae selection of twelve men of extraordinary intelligence including Mrs Lillian W Ta jeen the author of Dr Abraham T Glickste in Brooklyn. A court case set for January 29 for the drip sale and a juror’s comment on women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Raisen
New York
Rae
Lil-lian W. Tajeen
Abraham T. Glickstely
Brooklyn
Pragoscline
James C. Croprey
Lavery Addresses Fairfield Fire Church Assembly
Albert Lavery addressed the Fairfield gathering of the Fire Church of Christ on Western words. A large crowd attended as Mr Fernik delivered a favorable talk, highlighting community faith and the church’s mission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falrithld
Albert Bo. Lavery Addrex
Fire Church of Christ
Wrtern
Ig Fernik Wade
Goethals Named New York Fuel Administrator
Governor Smith announced the resignation of William H. Wood as administrator of New York state fuel affairs and named General George W. Goethals of New York to succeed him. The appointment was made in Albany with formal confirmation anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albany
N. Y
Sith
Todas
Ng Hed
Wiliam H. Wood
New York State
Car Collision Report Near Police Headquarters Night
A car stopped abruptly in front of police headquarters on a sleet night, colliding with a parked automobile. The striking vehicle driven by John A Patterson of 71 College Street New Haven reported. The parked car owned by John C Calhoun of 244 Black Rock Avenue was damaged. license plate 877 noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John A. Patterson
College Street
New Haven
John Atreat
Yentendpy
John C. Calhoun
Black Rock Avenue
Debt Refund Bill Sparks Senate House Debate
Lawmakers at both ends of the Capitol clash over a debt refunding measure. Representative Garner accuses Congress of surrendering control over vast funds while others defend limited powers and the integrity of Congress amid proposed reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Were
Bet
Senate
Ead
House
Garner
Texas
New York
Esa
Repuplican
Chico
Congress
Amerikan Debt Commission
Rooney
Garper
Fees
Warriner Birds Win Prizes at Poultry Exhibit
Dr M A Warriner of 675 Warren Street led Rhode Tel and Rhode Island Reds entries to multiple wins at the Consolidated Poultry Association show in Odd Fellows Hall Broad Street. Bantams by Andrew Park earned two flat prizes and a special prize. The event drew over 50 exhibitors and continues two more days with cats beginning today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Warriner
Warren Street
Consolidated Poultry Association
Odd Fellows' Hall
Broad Street
Town Clerk Winton Ill, Edelmann Acts in Interim
Assistant Town Clerk O K Edelmann serves temporarily as Town Clerk while Winton is home recovering from a severe bout of grippe. Winton remains confined to his house during the illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. K. Edelmann
Z Winton
Grippe
Frar Groceries Dispense Liquor On Pharmacy Act Debate
A fragmented account notes discussion of the new pharmaceutical act affecting liquor dispensing, education requirements, and pharmacist examinations in the state. It mentions Norwhich and New Haven areas, donations, and a banquet with speakers and dance to close the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert ‘Mingrou
Norwich
Ee Phartseceutical Commission
Leroy
Tohn A. Laverty
James RB
Nihil
P. B
Sb. Augustine's Church
Frank Gide
Waterbury
Plate
Frank Braithwaite
Fred Marrigan
New Haven Incorporation Plan Defeated in City Vote
In Morris Cove and Grannis Corner the proposal to incorporate as a city was defeated by 386 to 0. The 32nd ward supported incorporation by 17 votes, while the 42nd ward opposed it by 408 votes, confirming the plan’s defeat. Residents pledged to seek a separate consideration of their vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Morris Cove
Grannis Corner
Bar
Hoxeya
Sahara Desert Conquered by Auto Caravan
A new kind of galaxar composed of Five Wille French caterpillar automobiles crossed the Sahara Desert from the north coast of Africa to West Africa in twenty one days, covering about two thousand miles from Miguel to Timbouctoo. Camel carrier equine mini many months to make the journey, marking the first bold attempt to traverse the great desert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Africa
Reao
Miguel
Timbouctoo
Builder of Over 4 000 Homes Arrested
Samuel Fithen of Long Island, builder of about 4 000 homes, was arrested in New York on six indictments for grand larceny in the first degree for defrauding clients. He was held in 7 960 dollars bail for a court appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ramuel Fithen
Long Taland
Tiough Cients
Alibi Set Up In Herrin Murder Trials
Nineteen defense witnesses testified in the Herrin murder trial of five men charged in connection with the Perrin riots that two defendants were at an Ignata rally away from the tragedy. The defense announced plans to prove alibis for all defendants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ALIBI
Herrin
Marion
Conn
Perrin
Joe Caynaght
Taeveg. Maan
Ignat
Hag
Allols
Sun Yat Sen Forces Take City in Canton Campaign
Shihing scene reports Sun Yat Sen troops retaking Canton area from Chen, with sources noting southern forces advancing. The situation follows a Canton–Wuchow raid as Sun Yat Sen declares intent to reclaim territories from the conquering General Chen. The report highlights military movement and regional control shifts in the South.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun Yat Sen
Shiahing
Canton
Brees
Shia Hing
Wuchow
Sup Yat Hap
Dapownd
Ching
Republic
Ys Lay
Canted
Rom Iy Conqusror
Chén Chiing-Mign
Appraisers Named for Verdon Estate in Probate Court
Judge Paul L Miller appointed Martin L Kane and W OH Whalen as appraisers for the estate of Thomas Verdon who was found dead at the bottom of an elevator shaft. The Carpenters Union headquarters at 170 Bw street is noted, with the estate valued at 2200 dollars. Half-brothers in Ireland South Africa and Hartford share the inheritance. Jennie W Dalley of Bridgeport is administratrix.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul L. ‘Miller
Martin L. Kane
W. OH. Whalen
Thomas Verdon
Carpenters’ ‘Union
Bw Street
Whity
Haf-Brothers
Ireand
South Africa
Hartford
Jennie W Dalley
Bridgeport
Northcott to address Fairfield Men's Club
Fairfield January 9 Special The Mens Club of St Pauls church will meet tomorrow. W H Northcott general secretary of the Bridgeport M C A will address the members. The annual meeting of the First Church of Christ will be held tomorrow evening. Following a supper election of officers will be held.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Mens’ Club
St. Paul's Church
Northcott
Bridgeport
First Church of Christ
Father of Eight Jailed for Liquor Violation
Antonio Ricci of p97 Newfieth avenue, father of eight, was sentenced in City court to 10 days in jail and a $250 fine for liquor law violations. The jail sentence was suspended on arraignment yesterday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Antonio Ricci
Newfieht Avenue
School Board Dinner At Domestic Science High School
School Board members will dine tonight at the High School’s Domestic Science department. The dinner, cooked by the class, starts at 6 30 o clock and will be attended by district officials. Afterward the Board will meet in the school library to hear Superintendent Cortright outline proposed East Side FI courses and discuss building plans with architect consultants Caldwell Walker Beckwith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. E. Cortright
Pew East Side Fi
Ittner
Eilyn
Also Mentioned on This Page
Elly
Legion
Derby Woman
Sue City
AX Slayer
Hebrew Orphan Asylum
Pennsylvania
Albert £. Lavery
Goethals
Winton TV
N. H
Sahara Desert
Verdon
England
John F. Keane & Co
Patrick
Mackinaws
Chiara
Norfolk
Sweet Orr
Chalmers
Glastonbury
John
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!