Calvin Jr. to Rest at Plymouth in Simple Obsequies
President and Mrs. Coolidge mourn their 16 year old son Calvin Jr who died last night. A simple White House service is planned at 4 pm before the body travels to Northampton Massachusetts for a second service and then to Plymouth Vermont for burial. A military guard and elite guests will attend the ceremonies, with Mayflower sailors and marines standing vigil. Messages of condolence pour in from officials diplomats and citizens nationwide.
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Death of Cal Coolidge Jr to be buried at Plymouth Cemetery
Plymouth Vermont July 8 Colonel J C Coolidge learned by radio that his grandson Calvin Coolidge Jr has died. The boy, beloved by the countryside, will be buried Thursday in the little hill side cemetery where Calvin Coolidge paused last August before becoming President. The grandfather, told by radio, rose at night to verify the news, then planned the interment with space extended for family graves.
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Lineman Rescued After 2300 Volt Wire Shock
Ridgefield Electric Repair chief John Cranston aided Charles D. Baxter who was unconscious on a live pole when a 2300 volt contact shocked him. Cranston tied a rope, pulled Baxter to safety, and ground crews and Dr Russell W. Lowe revived him. Baxter sustained burns but expected to recover.
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Democratic Convention Deadlock Deepens as Smith and McAdoo Clash
At the Democratic gathering, Governor Smith resists withdrawal unless McAdoo agrees. No compromise achieved in a meeting arranged by the national chairman. Connecticut delegates back Smith despite pressure to switch, while Louisiana weighs a resoluti on expressing indignation at the convention.
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Raid on Main Street Place Ends in Bond for Owner
Detectives from the Bureau of Investigation conducted a raid yesterday at 2409 Main Street. They seized a quantity of alleged Hauer say seated and arrested owner John Wilkes for violation of the state Hauer act. He was taken to the Fourth Precinct station and later released on $600 bond.
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Bandit Pair Rob Drugstore In Brooklawn Blaze
A daring holdup occurred at 9 30 pm in a Brooklawn and Capitol drugstore as two masked men demanded cash. One thief took 100 dollars from the till while others restrained customers including three women and three men and two children. Police and detectives pursued toward Cleveland and Wood avenues firing shots as they fled. store keeper John Oakey notified police and pursuit continued.
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Urges Shelving of Obsolete Law as Rule of Progress
Philadelphia July 8 Theodore Pound or Roscoe Pound of Harvard Law School urged discarding outdated legal precepts to foster progress. Speaking at the American Bar Association meeting, he warned against sanctity of the legal order and passive obedience, arguing reform has repeatedly reshaped law since the Revolution.
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Reverend Dr Pierce Called to Calvin Jr Funeral
The Rev Dr Jason Noble Peres pastor of the First Congregational Church in Washington D C to whom President Coolidge belongs has been informed by telephone of the critical condition of the President's son and went to Washington yesterday Panbury July 8 By Telegram Services
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Police: Will Never Catch This Thief
A crowded North Main street trolley tale claims a one year old thief with a white hand stole a pin from a passenger, then a gold watch, then tried for an ice cream cone but was stopped by a victim. Police say they won’t arrest the youngster.
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United States Dominates Olympic Field Events at Colombe
The United States leads in the Olympic races at Colombe France as Hubbard wins the broad jump and Houser takes the shot put. Finland trails after American sweep in shot put with Hartrant and Hills placing second and third. Old Glory rises to three stadium standards amid a large crowd and patriotic display.
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Princeton
New Haven Road Shows Surplus For Half Year
New York July report shows the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad had a surplus in June just under May’s 94027. Preliminary estimates indicate about 400000 in the first half of 1924, the line’s first positive six months since 1917, reversing last year’s 4169000 deficit.
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France and Britain Hold Dawes Plan Talks in Paris
Paris July 8. The premiers of France and Britain spent hours seeking a Dawes plan agreement to join the Inter Allied conference in London on July 18. A cordial first session followed by resumed talks at 9:30 pm. Prime minister Macdonald was warmly greeted at the station, contrasting with the cool reception earlier. The French foreign minister issued a communique detailing continued discussions at the premier's office from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, with further meetings planned at the British embassy and foreign office tomorrow morning.
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Former R R Chief Kills His Wife Then Hangs Self
Charles N. Wilcoxen, 68, former president of the Chicago Lake Shore and South Bend railway, killed his wife, 70, with an axe a razor and a potato masher before hanging himself at their Long Beach home. The bodies were found tonight after being discovered Monday night.
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Expert to appraise factories this month
H C Hagedorn will assess one or more factory buildings for State Tax Commissioner William H Blodget during the month, per the commissioner’s statement last night.
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Girdling the Globe cross world aviators tale
A Bridgeport Sunday Post feature celebrates American aviators traveling worldwide. It highlights faith ambition and problem solving as pilots push metal limits toward victory and progress for humanity.
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Supporters Expect Smith to Carry Out Release Offer
New York dispatch reports Connecticut delegates refused to back Homer Cummings on early ballots to appoint 14 votes. Mayor Fitzgerald urged switching to Cummings while ex Mayor Thoms and Archibald McNeil backed Smith. McNeil pledged to keep voting for Smith as long as his name stays in contention.
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Prohibition Chief Seizes Truck and 18 Barrels of Liquor
Major Edward B. Doolan of the Federal prohibition force halted a pursuit, seizing a truck and 18 barrels of suspected alcohol valued at about 7000, after forcing the vehicle to stop at Water Street Connecticut Avenue. Driver Thomas J. Casey of New Haven was detained pending liquor examination, with initial claims later disputed. The truck reportedly belonged to Joan C. Castricona of 1341 Halley Street, New Haven.
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Will Rogers Jr Takes Over His Father's Convention Reporting
New York July 8 Will Rogers Jr attends the Democratic National convention as reporter heir to his father Will Rogers. The elder Rogers, aged and frail, arranged in his will that his son inherit the reporting duties and that his descendants continue the family tradition. His wife laments his condition while he mutters scattered lines about Alabama and political aims. (Continued on Page Nine.)
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Connecticut Men Preparing Plan to Break Deadlock
New Haven reports Mayor Fitzgerald of Connecticut delegates to the Democratic National Convention has drawn up resolutions to resolve a presidential deadlock. A proposed eight member committee would hand pick candidates for president and vice president, with Cordell Hull George Brennan Pat Harrison Franklin Roosevelt Governor Brandon J Bruce Kremer Thomas J Spellacy and Emily Newell Blair named on the slate. A second resolution proposing a representative committee for each delegation may also be considered.
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Arrest Two In Connection With Rum Runners Case New Haven
July 8 Harry Cioppello 28 of New Haven arrested on bench warrant alleged as right hand for Dominick Perrotti who was arrested yesterday on a bench warrant. The gang’s bond set at 15000. Also arrested George M Chase Newport captain of schooner Wilkes Barre seized recently with a cargo of alcohol.
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Colonel Cronan in Critical Condition at Home
Colonel Stephen P. Cronan, commander of the Fourth Regiment Connecticut State Guard in World War I, long active in Connecticut military affairs, was reported last night to be in critical condition at his home on Rowley Street. He has been ill for some time.
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Bridgeport Extends Sympathy for Calvin Coolidge Jr
Civic groups and individuals send telegrams of condolence after the death of Calvin Coolidge Jr. Mayor F William Behrens will send a sympathy telegram to President and Mrs Coolidge. The Common Council plans to adopt a resolution at a meeting tomorrow night. District politics are noted.
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Californian Sets Fr His Followers by Fe mal Statement
MADISON SQUARE GARDEN, N Y July 8 Delegates were released in a formal communication to the Democratic National Convention. McAdoo supporters said his action connected with no withdrawal of Governor Smith and a conditional offer by Smith would be carried out. The day saw a tight deadlock as McAdoo surged back into first place on the ballot while Smith backers sought a simultaneous retirement. A move to reconvene in Cleveland was floated as McAdoo efforts continued.
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