Submarine expert found dead after long disappearance
The body of Br. A Eklund, longtime Lake Torpedo Boat Company executive and submarine builder, was found in the harbor near Union Square. Missing since February 2 after unemployment fears, he had guided submarine construction for the United States and Russia before the plant closed in 1923. Police and doctors moved the body to the morgue. a note from colleagues praised his character and skill.
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Bete Aetn
Fife
Lake Torpedo Boat Company
United States
Seaside Avenue
Lake Torpedo Plant
Suitabie
Nerr England Steamship Company
Union Square
Joseph Chludzowski
Russell Street
Henry Street
H. R. DeLuca
Miy
Lawtrel Court
Peidgpurt
Eklund
Br. Eklund
Imachinery
Russia
Liblan
Jat R
Admiralty
Creighton Works
Petrograd
Ysar
Bergrunge Shinsard
Sweden
Pram
Lake
Sigeon Lake
Lidke Torpedo Taat
Rene Rid
Bro. A
Klund
General
Lake Torpedo Moat
Beas
Ube
Connecticut Circus Drops State Tour Plans This Year
The Barnum and Bailey and partners cancel shows in Connecticut towns including Bridgeport due to touring costs and scheduling issues. Publicity chief Dexter Fellows says Connecticut demand and high expenses make a statewide run unprofitable, despite efforts to save the tour by renting venues like the Yale Bowl.
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Bridgeport
Barnum and Bailey
RingiHar
Connecticut
Ane Chen
Union Head Orders Builders to Work
William R. Sullivan of New Haven, general organizer of the Carpenters International, told city carpenters in a mass meeting that their strike was illegal and ordered them to return to work this morning. The walkout, backed by two local leaders, failed to materialize as expected after a promised raise to $10 a day did not occur, and council president Milton MacDonald said no official action would be taken as the event would be ignored and forgotten.
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William R. Sullivan
New Haven
Carbentera’ International
Carpenters
Carpenters’ Hal
International
Bridgeport
Milton MacDonald
London
Goment
Anton Vel
Lonfone
Che Ateike
Trareport
Effa
Lal Teaders
Minera
Glaskow
Autoist Held for Drunken Driving
R L Campbell of 391 Fairfield avenue struck a woman at Stratford avenue and Baldwin street. The force tore her coat and left it on the car. Campbell did not stop until reaching Malin street and Fairfield, where Patrolman Luciano arrested him. He faces operating a car while intoxicated evading responsibility and violation of the state motor vehicle laws. The accident occurred at high speed near East Main street as witnesses including Fred W. Comies, 19885 Stratford avenue, observed.
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Stratford Avenue
Baldwin Street
R. L. Campbell
Fairfield Avenue
Malin Street
Luciano
Campbell
Anna Grady
East Main Street
Fred W. Comies
Main Street
Tiel Avenue
Captain Dailey Falls From Fire Engine in Route to Roof Fire
Captain Michiel J. Dailey of Engine No. 3 on Norman Street was hurled from a fire truck during a run to a Maplewood Avenue roof fire. He suffered severe injuries to the left foot, with no bones broken but potential complications. He was rushed to St Vincent's Hospital. doctors feared possible disaster if infection or complications set in. Dailey, a thirty year department veteran, previously injured in a Christmas morning accident at Laurel and North avenues.
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Michiel J. Dailey
Park Avenue
Norman Street
St. Vincent's Hospital
George Beardstee
William 4. Curley
VY. Snurkowski
Debre
Curley
Datty
Maples Wood
Hantock Avenue
A&oelfichney
Maplewood
Ivan Orwin
Clinton @yeaun
Maplewood Avenue
Reurdse
Monahay
Lixo Chiefs
Thw
Walley
Laurel and
North Avenues
Health Dept Denies Doctor License in Mandamus Case
The Connecticut health official testified he refused to license Dr. Amedio Pascullo of Meriden citing Eclectic board certification issues. The case before Judge Ells concerns whether state authority must grant the license once proper certification is established, with both sides referencing a recent Supreme Court decision. A parallel item notes Mrs. Curtis Guild receiving a $104,900 extortion note, awareness of her civic roles and connections.
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New Haven
Stanley Hi
Osborn
J. B. Dillon
Bridgeport
Arthur F. Ells
Amedio Pascullo
Norton Street
Meriden
State Board of Health
Frank F. Healy
Pascalto
St. Louis College of Physicians and Surgeons
Connecticut Eclectic Examining Board
Pascullo
Eclectic Board
St. Louis
State Eclectic Board
Connecticut Supreme Court
State Board of Elect
Anthony Campbell
Slamb Tard
St. Louis College
Thial
State Department of Health
Harvard Freshmen Deface Library Steps Tradition Ends
VAMBRIDGE Mass May 4 Harvard’s library steps were splattered with crimson and yellow as freshmen decorated the steps with edible produce amid a clash with seniors over the annual spring tradition. After Captain A M Cheek appealed for funds, tomatoes eggs and vegetables flew, observers noting several skirmishes before cleanup was ordered.
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Vambridge
Mass
Harvard
S. Lune
Mayo
Te Doaty
A. M. Cheek
Cap'ain Chotk
Stamford Drops Head of Schools
Stamford's School board ousted Superintendent Stark after four years, citing inadequate time and work for Stamford schools. The exit came in executive session with minority members opposing open discussion before dismissal was announced.
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Stamford
Willuam
Stark
Harvard
Richard G. Plumley
Dorothy Heroy
de William P. Godfrey
Warren F. Cressey
Sark
Cording
Impersonator Tells of Protection Fund Case at Nevi Haven
J Harvey Bates of Boston and Washington faced Justice Howe in a Fed court at Nevi Haven on charges of impersonating a federal officer. Jacob Levy testified that Estes posed as a federal agent, took 1000 dollars and travels to obtain whiskey certificates, and offered Levy protection. Estes denied impersonation and money promised.
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Nevi Haven
J. Harvey Bates
Boston
Washington
Jndie Harlan B. Howe
United States District Court
Estes
Jacob Levy
Westport
Wethersfield
Levy
Wates
Itizens’ Research Bureau
Bridgeport
Pittsburgh
Overholt Artillery Company
Federal Prohibition Department
Herbert Silverman
Connecticut
Citizen's Research Bureau
Esten
Samuel N Williams Elevated Grand Commander of Knights Templar
Samuel N Williams of New Haven was elevated to grand commander at the conclave in Bridgeport, succeeding Angus H MacKenzie. The meeting, led at the Masonic Temple, outlined plans for a May 2 event in New Haven, and featured reappointments and the addition of Northrop as inspector and captain of the guard. The convention opened in Bridgeport with multiple officers advanced in rank.
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Samuel N. Williams
New Haven
Knights of Templar
Thirth Grant
Angus H. MacKenzi
Bridgeport
James
Mustard
Willimantic
Milton Edwood
Norwalk
Clayton W. Bowie
Hartford
E. G
Hadlai Hull
New London
John T. Scott
Waterbury
Benjamin L. Coe
Waterbu Yates
R. E.G
Ble C. Birdsey
Meriden
Frank Sands
Franklin G. Turner
Masonic Temple
Braad Street
British Volunteers Rush To Aid Stricken Industries In Strike Turmoil
British volunteers begin aiding key industries as a general strike paralyzes Britain. Government signals a fight while volunteers, emergency services, and shipping workers react. Traffic chaos dominates London streets as unions vow solidarity and large-scale public service mobilization unfolds.
Disorder at London strike riots ends with hospitalizations
Serious clashes in Poplar district send rioters to hospitals as mobs wreck cars and block streets. Passengers and bystanders, including several girls, flee or faint amid fires, overturned taxis, and police clubs. Authorities deploy reinforcements to clear streets through the night. Rioters act independently of unions.
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London
Ganga
Reugha
Trade Unionista
British Gazette Launch Promises Broad News Access
London report describes the British Gazette as a government backed daily to counter the strike media blackout. It notes limited initial circulation but aims to expand rapidly, relying on government printing and worker protection. The piece highlights volunteers in London and provinces and Churchill's personal visit to the production plant.
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London
British Gazette
The
Morning Post
Gazette
Hhe
Churchill
London Strikers Change City Pace In May Day Calm
London endures a general strike with humor and curiosity as streets fill with cars, buses scarce and embankment crowded by private carriages. Officials report orderly conduct and helpful union cooperation, except about 10 000 chemical workers noted for a notable exception.
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London
Thames
Rado
Trades Union Congress
Populare
Hyde Park War Like City Emerges In Britain Park Shelters Barred
London reports Hyde Park sprouting huts and portable buildings as wartime food distribution expands there. The 364 acre park is closed with guards at gates while residents adapt, walking long distances to work and relying on makeshift transport as normal life shifts to support the war effort. University notices urge undergraduates to report for national service and term leave is controlled.
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Associated Press
London
Hyde Park
Murbie
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Circus
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Dailey
Caurminn
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Attorney Dillon
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Eclectic
Curtis Guild
Guild
Massachusetts
Alex. @Guild
Walsh
State Board of Charities
National
Massachusetts Women‘s Clubs
Society of Mayflower Descendants
Colonial Dames of America
Daughters of the American Revolution
Louis A. Cooldge
Board of Education
Young
Samuel Youk
TL S
Stack
Vormumittes
Dwao
Lew
Federal
Prohibition
Knights Templar Honor MacKenzie
New Grand Command
M. P. Shapurja Saklatvala
Parlame
H Park
Caklutvala
Hide Park
Oxford Street
Mushroom City
Tanstartats
Oxford University
Thorith
Sturente
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