Glowing Tribute Paid to Soldier Dead at Hoboken
General Pershing Senator Lodge and a vast gathering paid tribute to three American servicemen killed in action as flag draped coffins lay in Hoboken. The service featured Jewish Protestant and Catholic rites, with wreaths and readings, honoring Lance Corporal James E. B. Gresham Private Merle D. Hay and Thomas F. Enright of the 5th Regiment.
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Soldier Dead
Hoboken
W. B. Seabrook
New York
General Pershing
Senator Lodge
Maothera
Lincol
eGttyeburg
Em- Darkstian
Aohoken
Lali
Ocrersseas
France
Flanders Fields
Acion
James EB. Gresham
Merel D. Hay
Thomas F. Enright
Ifth Regiment
Flrst
Joan of Arc
Ena
America
Pershing
Ervat
Senator Lodgs
Districts to Oppose Wilson in Bridgeport Mayoral Race
Braided Bridgeport political scene reports Burnham denying any nomination interest and refuting rumors of party machinery changes. DeLaney and Connor emerge as potential mayoral candidates while Wilson weighs another bid. Women voters top the recruitment priority as primaries approach.
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Jenn A. Leonard
Leonard
Alex. H. Robinson
Robinson
Arthur Connor
John A. Leonard
Alexander L. DeLaney
Citys Court
Senatar DeLaney
Delaney
Republic Party
DeLaner
Moe Ty Sre DeLaney
Frank F. Ballard
Wilson
Mr. Ballard
King
John T. King
Bridgeport
Clifford B. Wilson
Arthur Connors
Connecticut
Employes Society Cares for Thirty Tubercle Victims
The Employes Tuberculosis Relief Association reported three aid applications in June with 30 patients under care. One patient went to Gaylord Farm Sanatorium, another to Shelton Farm, and the third died after application. Ten receive regular treatment via Visiting Nurse, rest cared for at several sanatoria and hospitals with one to Italy. The Visiting Nurse unit logged 166 visits. Local companies and clerks have joined the association, and a board meeting is set for Wednesday at 211 State Street.
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Employes Tuberculoss Relief Association
Gaylord Farm Sanatorium
Shelton Farm Sanetorium
Visiting Nurse Association
Shelton Sanatorium
Gaylord Farm
Meriden Sanatorium
Norwich Sanatorium
Bridgeport Teoation Hospital
Italy
Tyne
Bridgeport Coach Lace Co
George C. Batcheller & Co
Crown Co
Crown Faper ‘Box Co
Thomas P. Taylor & Co
Foetal Clerks Associaion
Association
State Street
Fort Hamilton honors service with bugle taps and anthem
General David Shanks and Senators King and Wadsworth attended the ceremony at Fort Hamilton. The service concluded with the Star Spangled Banner and the bugle sounding taps.
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David Shanks
United States
King and
Wadswer
Fort Hamilton
Big Tariff Debate Confronts House
Washington July 16. The House faces six days of debate as it begins its second week of Fordney tariff bill consideration. A special rule to govern procedure and allow separate votes on five sections cotton hides oils and asphalt is assured by the Republican majority. Democratic leaders plan to press attacks as time is allotted, with a final vote set for Thursday night July 41.
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Washington
Wrists and Means
House
Campbell
Rules Committee
Fardiner
Ways and Means Committee
Garner
Texas
Garrett
Bridgeport New Haven bus service faces permit denial
Public Utilities Commission denies certificates threatening cessation of Bridgeport New Haven Bus Association operations on July 14 unless a permit is granted. Officials discuss appeals and possible continued jitney service during court review while noting parallel train schedules and other route decisions.
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Bridgeport-New Haven Corporation
Higgins
Connecticut Company
Bus Corporation
Bridgeport-New Haven Bus Association
City Plaza
The
Public Utilities Commission
Bridgeport
New Haven
Devon
Allingtown
Permigaian
Waterbury Jitneys and Taxis, Inc
Waterbury
Bethany
Peventean
North Bbranford
John J. Wagda
Orange Street
Waterburyia
Derby
New Heaven
Clinton
Branford
Saybrook
Chester
Middletown
Oyster Rver
Hartford
Sayin Hook
Dixwell Avenue
New Traven
Winchester Avenue
Connecicut
Public Teilities Commission
Johan Www. Banks
Mortimer WW. Stowe
Danbury and Bridgeport Tax, Company
Superior Court
Ltiildea Commission
Connection
Abandoned railroad track surpasses Dullt in four-year span
The report notes that over the last four years more railroad track has been abandoned than the Dullt project, highlighting a broader trend of decommissioned rail lines and reduced infrastructure activity.
Blames Parents for Too Much Jazz Among Young Girls
A fragment from T Washington July 10 quotes Miss Alice Robertson voicing concern over “too much jazz” among young women. She argues parents must monitor children, while supporting personal freedom in matters like smoking and attire, and urges self-responsibility and less legislation.
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Tashington
Alice Robertson
Oklahoma
Congress
Alice
Rhe
Geome
5004 locking elbow bats with knees remark
A fragment discusses BATS with knees and mothers’ knees. It jokes that knees do not bend in prayer enough, causing girls to roll stockings down less often. The tone hints at a humorous local aside about decorum and habits.
Stratford Voters to Decide Charter Referendum
Stratford moves toward a council manager charter with a referendum set for today. The legislature returned the charter for ten days of voter consideration, but Stratford faces eight days. a special tax proposal for 1500 was discussed and then postponed as funds appear lacking. James Dally remains silent amid the campaign.
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Stratford
James Dally
Two Injured in Fight Over Bet at Grand Street Gathering
In a crowded room at Joseph Fusco's 253 Grand Street gathering eight men argued over wine betting. Luigi Maurizio drew a revolver firing three shots, none hitting a target. a glass shatters and a door is damaged as the gunman flees. John Auheimina intervenes, a struggle ensues, Fusco is shot in the left knee and Auheimina is wounded. police arrive and seize the weapon.
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Joseph Fusco
Grand Street
Luigi Maurizio
North Avenue
Maurizio
Aurielmina
Sadie
Dives in Three Feet of Water Now in Hospital
Pople Towetji of 1778 Main Street dove from a raft at Fairfold Beach into less than three feet of water. He hit his head and suffered a severe shock. bystanders summoned the Life Guard boat for help. Dr. George B. Thieleke of Southport ordered his transfer to Columbia Hospital. Towetji has worked as a porter at the Stratfield hotel for several years.
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Pople Towet
Main Street
Fairfold Beach
George B. Thieleke
Southsport
Columbia Hospital
Washinetem Avenue
Tunetli
Stratfield Hotel
General Manager Preston of Travelers Dies in Hartford
Edward V. Preston longtime Travelers Insurance general manager of agencies died at his Hartford home at age 84 after years of illness. A Civil War veteran he served with the Fifth Connecticut Volunteers attaining major rank before mustering out. Local police report a separate incident mentioning Maurizio being jailed on assault charges and doctors aiding two injured men, with no alcohol linkage found as a cause.
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Hartford
Edward V. Preston
Travelers Insurance Company
Fifth Connecticut’ Volunteers
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Lincoln
Pershing and Lodge
New Altar
Jee J. Levinger
Thomas
Burnham
Thaves
Abybods
Buurnham
Air. Burnhany
Eames
Miss Robertson
Bet
Preston
Travelers
B. J. Burns
Burna
Aurlelmina and
Fusco
St. Vinecent's Hospital
Packard
Packard Motor Car
Detroit
Blue Ribbon Garage, Inc
Cannon ST
Fairfield Ave
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