Comstock Family Holds Reunion on Ancestral Farm
A Comstock family reunion gathered at Rossdale Farm in Norwalk hosted by a committee including Miss Laura Comstock Mrs William I Comstock and Henry Platt. Descendants from New Canaan Long Island and Norwalk attended, with Simuel Comstock of Norwalk guest of honor, and plans were made to make the event annual.
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Many Attend Luncheon at Fairfield Country Club
A large gathering of Fairfield Country Club members attended a noontime Independence Day luncheon at the club. The event drew numerous members in a festive midday gathering.
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Quick Easy Way to Remove Corns Ad
A terse ad promises fast relief from painful corns with a simple home remedy. It touts rapid results, no waiting, and immediate comfort without doctor visits or extensive treatment. The copy emphasizes ease and immediacy for foot soreness.
John Coolidge Heads to Vermont After Hartford Visit
John Coolidge leaves Hartford for Plymouth Rock and will travel on to Burlington Vermont to attend the university summer session. He spent the week at Governor Trumbull’s home and joined a family picnic at Pinnacle Rocks farm.
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Missing Seaplane Reported On Housatonic River
Mystery surrounds a seaplane reported missing Sunday on the Housatonic River. Police in Stratford and Bridgeport say they have no verified details. The man claiming ownership, George Ferrisor, said he lost the craft after a forced landing near Boston and fled the scene. He later said he would return with the plane to search, but there has been no further word.
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Colonel Leaps From Ship Deck Drowns
Colonel William F Stone a sixty year old retired USA officer jumped from the Cunard steamer Tuscania’s promenade deck yesterday and drowned as the ship neared New York. Stone born December 1880 in Arkansas graduated West Point class of 1900 and the Artillery School in 1886. He retired at his own request and became a colonel in July 1918.
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Mother and three children injured in Cheshire crash
Mrs Richard Mertens of Leland New Britain and her three children were hurt at Ises Corner when their automobile was struck by another car. Mrs Mertens suffered cuts to head and face while the children had minor injuries.
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Pilot renews license first issued in 1858
Metropolis reports Capt William A Jordan renews his marine engineer license for another season. Born across the river from St Louis he began river service at sixteen on Tennessee Cumberland and Ohio vessels. He says he is 86 and the oldest engineer in Illinois with Civil War service on the mosquito fleet aboard Nashville Tyrone and Talisman.
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Flags Stolen Prompt Man to Display Metal Banner
Louis Gidlas found two American flags stolen from his front yard and responded by painting a large sheet metal flag and nailing it to his house for the Fourth of July. He added a sign reading Try to take this one to deter further thefts.
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Natalie Immersed in a Nantucket Passage Memoir
A fragmented narrative details a voyage toward Nantucket Island with vivid reminiscences of travels, seaside scenes, and reflections on homes, beaches, and the travel party. It references Cape Cod, Provincetown, Woods Hole, and Vineyard Haven, with mentions of textures, footwear, and local lore interwoven through a traveler’s diary style.
Social notices of Brooklawn area wedding travels and society events
Mrs Frank Miller of Brooklawn avenue sails for Europe with her husband and grandson, meeting relatives in Paris before continuing to Vienna. multiple local residents host weekend gatherings in Black Rock and New York, with weddings, receptions, and rich cultural events noted across Bridgeport society. The column lists numerous guests, travel plans, and forthcoming DAR and musical society activities.
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Paris
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June Scarmithy
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George Wheeler
Black Rock
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Homer Wins Senior Swimming Contest
Ideal weather and a large turnout at Pairfield Beach Club featured a senior swimming competition. Winners include John Pullman for senior boys and Harriett Millett for senior girls, with multiple age groups and race events prizes awarded.
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Barbara Bullard
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Susan Bieul
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Dorothy Speflman
Harriett Millett
Mmy Dutro Plumb
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Derrick Richardson
Cycle racer breaks arm in Hartford race
Worcester rider Edgar Bobby Jones sustained a badly fractured arm and possible shoulder injury when his motorcycle failed to make the first turn at Charter Oak Park and crashed into the fence during the early Hartford event.
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Waterbury Hospitals Treat Five For Burns
Five minor Fourth of July accidents were reported at Waterbury hospitals today in one of the harshest celebrations. Four victims were wounded by blank cartridges and a fifth sustained injuries after a cannon cracker exploded in his hand.
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Paris chef Heńri Comte revives regional French cooking
In Paris a revival of regional cuisine flourishes with many new bistros serving Alsace, Perigord, Provence, Normandy, Brittany, Savoy, and Rhine Valley dishes. Henri Comte, famed for his pate de foie gras and truffes, leads the trend from his small restaurant Chez Moi after a career at Circle Militaire and Cafe Americain serving literary and artistic figures.
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Fire causes $2000 damage in Stratford two family house
A fire in Stratford on Avenue B off South Avenue caused about $2000 in damage to a two family home owned by Charles Rizzo. Firefighters extinguished the blaze after the roof was destroyed. Four boys playing with firecrackers were seen in the street and are believed to be responsible.
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Scottish Games Held At Greenwich Estate Featured Wide Participation
The third annual Scottish games organized by the Round HN Scottish Games Association were held on Charles A Moore’s Greenwich estate. About 5090 attendees enjoyed diverse events for all ages, with a large fireworks display at night. Winners included the McKenzie Highlander Band of Bramford for best prize, Hartford Pipe Band second, and Lovat Pipe Band of New York City winning the open pipe band contest. Miss Rove Murray was champion girl dancer, Jesuis Mon gomery led the open under category, and Tolfuse of Greenwich won the pony race. The Walter Scott mile went to Thomas Daly of Waterbury.
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