Galli-Curci Wins Admirers at City Casino Recital
Amelita Galli-Curci first sang in Bridgeport last night stunning a large audience at State Street Casino. Accompanied by Rudolf Ganz and Homer Samuels, she delivered a varied program including Lakme and Manon Lescaut arias plus Polish and Grieg pieces. The pianist Ganz, famed as The Ideal Pianist, and flutist Manuel Berenguer provided esteemed support.
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Amelita Galli-Curci
State Street
Tiudelph Ganz
fialli-Care
Philip Hale
Gahi-Curci
Bridgeport
Gaili-Curci
Rudolf Ganz
Home Sweet Home
Mme. Galli- Cure
Jenny Linf
Homer Samuels
Manuel Berenguer
Schumann
Mr. Ganz
De‘bes
Mme. Galli-Curci
Liszt
Chopin
Fourdrain
Grieg
Manon Lescaut
Auber
Mme
Gatli-Curci
Ganz
Petrarea
Campanella
Paganinni-List
Dinorah
Value Monroe estate of Mrs Curtis at 1 849.96
Hard appraisers of the estate of Mrs Curtis of Monroe filed an inventory in probate valuing the estate at 1 849.96 with 3650 real property and 1 197.90 personal property. Senator Sorg commented after weighing factors that a thirst isn t as bad as headache.
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J. F. Olmstead
Ambrose
Susan C. Curtis
Monroe Ton
Sorg
Hum
Washington
Park City Men Oppose Rail Switching Charges
Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce urged Director General of Railroads William G. McAdoo to reject proposed charges for cars on factory sidings and spotting. Resolutions circulated to local business groups to seek hearings in Washington.
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William G. McAdoo
Transportation Committee
Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce
Stratfield
Bridgeport Manufacturers’ Association
State Manufacturers’ Association
Connecticut Chamber of Commerce
Chamber of Commerce
New York Merchants’ Association
Boston Chamber of Commerce
McAdoo
Washington
Musician Farewell on Eve of Departure
Friends of Teddy Draper the local musician held a farewell party at Musicians hall 164 State Street last evening for his departure overseas with the army transport service A purse of gold was presented and a speech by John J Broadbrook accompanied music and supper The committee in charge were Frank G C Smith and John McClure Present were John Broadbrook Fred Benner Theodore Draper Frank Zeit Norman Johnson James Whenfield John McMahon Frank Crosson Edward Rudolf John Kovopky Harry Persico Anthony Bobilee Oscar Straublin Walter McCarthy H Buckinsham Sidney Tibball Milton McDonald
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teddy Draper
Musicians’ Hall
State Street
Myr. Draper
Army Transport Service
John J. Broadbrook
Frank GC. Smith
John McClure
John Broadbrook
Fred Benner
Theodore Draper
Frank Zeit
Norman Johnson
James Whenfield
John McMahon
Frank Crosson
Edward Rudolf
John Kovopky
Harry Persico
Anthony Bobilee
Oscar Struablin
Walter McCarthy
H. Buckinsham
Sidney Tibball
Milton McDonald
Millionaire Medicine Manufacturer Dies in Georgia
Frederick T. Ayer, 96, a pioneer in proprietary medicine and financier, died in Thomasyville Georgia after a short illness. Born March 14 in Ledyard Connecticut, he helped organize the American Woolen Company and the New England Telephone Company and was a prominent figure in several large enterprises. He had spent the winter in Thomasyville.
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Dadly Ad
Boston
Frederick TF. Ayer
Thomasville
American Woolen Company
New England Telephone Company
Mr. Ayer
Ledyard
Conn
Emergency Surgeons Have Quiet 12 Hours at Hospital
Emergency hospital physicians reported a 12 hour period with no ambulance runs from 2 PM yesterday to 2 AM today. Doctors called it unusual due to many factories operating nights where accidents can occur, noting they had not seen such a dull day in months.
Mayse New Elk Trustee Elected After Lengthy Balloting
H Archibald Mayse was elected Elks trustee for three years, defeating John F Mc Donough after many ballots. The vote followed a tied result at the last meeting and drew considerable interest due to prior balloting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Archibald Mayse
the Elks
John F. McDonough
Mr. Maryse
Coal Status Talk by New FET Administrator
William E. Kirk, the new FET administrator, spoke to manufacturers yesterday afternoon about the exact coal situation and outlined preliminary plans for next winter's supply.
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Fet
William E. Kirk
The Renter’s Delayed Rent Demand Leads to Letter
A landlord confronts Mikey for overdue rent while Mikey promises to respond. The next morning the landlord reads a note proposing to lower the rent to reduce his loss, ending with a satirical quip about the rent issue.
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Mikey
Chicago News
Peace Rally Echoes War Resolve by Judge Munger
Judge Munger tells Shelton rally that peace cannot come yet as Germany’s gains grow and Russia’s prisoners swell its power. He urges united American effort, warns against rumors, and stresses we must keep focus on the war while promoting a sane democracy at home and abroad.
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Robert TP Munger
Nia
Shelton
Germany
Fim
Odess Jand
Baltic Sea
Bart
Washington
Munger
Shelton School
Bridgeport
Bnureau
Dr. W. Stevens
J. B. Klein
Political Platforms And A London Tit-Bits Quote
A fragment from London Tit-Bits features a sharp exchange about political platforms. A man recalls witnessing a porter booting a porter, noting the irony of a servant serving the one who harms him. The piece mocks political awareness and loyalty built on habit rather than informed choice.
Turn Back Quantities of Bad Pork and Contaminated Meat
A rash of tainted pork and other meat prompted inspectors to condemn large quantities as unfit for consumption. Officials noted wholesale returns and retail checks, blaming cold storage delays and a warm snap for spoilage. Suburban residents reported wagons hauling questionable meat toward disposal areas, including nearby waters.
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Gengashion
Warner Tity
Elearth Department
Health Department
United States Meat
Good Samaritan Fractured Nose After Aid Gone Wrong
Richard Ledger of 85 20th Avenue New York City aided a man he believed to be down and out on Water Street. The stranger knocked Ledger unconscious with a block of wood, stole $3.50, and fled. Ledger was treated at Emergency Hospital for a fractured nose.
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Richard Ledger
20Th Avenue
New York City
Ledger
Water Street
I. A. Gavlas
Giavlas
War Savings Drive Gains Two Members to $1000 Club
The Ides of March mark a rise to over 204000 in total war savings stamps with two new $1000 clubs reported. Slovak Sokol Gymnast Society and Frederick Rhodes of Sal's Textile Manufacturing join as boosts are discussed at a manufacturers meeting addressed by William R. Webster, 8. H. Bullard, and James Telford.
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Tyro
Sokol Gymnast Society
Frederick Rhodes
Sal's Textile Manufacturing Company
William R. Webster
Bridgeport Brass Company
8. H. Bullard
Bullard Machine ‘Tool Company
James Telford
Bullard
Jaliarad
Fraternal St John’s Lodge Confers Title Amid Veterans
Fraternal St John’s Lodge plans an installation of a craft title at Vanes Thr Ar St John’s Lodge. Veterans from Civil War Spanish War and other conflicts will attend. Officers and ceremony details remain unclear due to damaged text.
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St. John's Lodge
Draster Macren Deasree
Vanes Thar
St. Ohnts
Uys Towle
Che Gerade
Syed Daye
Datas of
Wat
Esther Cleveland Married in England
A fragmentary notice reports Esther Cleveland married in England with details about attendees and location. The readable text references London and a ceremony connected to notable individuals and places.
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Esther Cleveland
England
New War Book Titles Highlight Soldier Views at Library
The library showcases many new war subjects including First Call or The Guide Posts to Berlin. Other works include America’s Case Against Germany, Women of Belgium, Brothers in Arms, On the Road From Mons, My Adventures as a German Secret Agent, and With Our Soldiers in France.
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Soltier Anu
Ivy
Berlin
Ate Peat
Brothers In Arms
America
Germany
Belgium
Ewith A. P
Gatlinote
Ameriicn
Walar
Trrom Mons
France
This Beauty Ad Promises Pimples Cure With Calcium Wafers
An advertisement touts Stuart's Calcium Wafers as a universal remedy for pimples blackheads eruptions and eczema claiming the blood benefits and skin health. It offers a 60 cent box and a free trial package via coupon through drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stuart
A. Stuart Co
Fragmentary Voice Clips Late in Turbulent Era
Incoherent lines reference a disputed region and a clash between groups. Mentions why peace is sought and hints at factory work and a city name. Names and places are unclear due to garbled OCR, but imply unrest and a debate over power and restraint.
Red Blooded Men Win Out
A garbled retail health ad extols red blooded men and women as top in life. It claims iron and phosphates boost drive and happiness, with warnings that thin blood weakens nerves and ambition. A doctor is cited asserting the need to nourish blood to maintain vitality and vigor.
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Iran
Ivan
Vlin- Albee
Hays Guy Wise
Cured in six to ten pound plan for relief ad
An advertisement fragment promises cure if plans fail to cure. It claims relief from pain with first application and mentions sleep improved after use. Names or dates are not provided. This reads like a medical advertisement from an old newspaper page.
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Dnstanthy
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Monroe
Curtis
Park City
Mayse New Elk Truster
London
Worcester
Springfield
Newark
Pierce, Uutler & Pierce Mfg. Corp
War Club
Marverhe
Detryguer
Thales
Uniterd Brive
Guldstrade
Ceuids
Tenamelinng
Eri
Abe
Porn Liv
Gunn
Ny Drug Store
Annege
PEQ
Chesterfield
Siick
Oxford
P&q
New York
Main Street
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