Noank Plant Deemed Unable to Meet Obligations in Early 1917
Government evidence at the Morse trial shows the Noank Plant in Groton failed to promptly satisfy debts after receiving a June 1917 contract for wooden ships from the Hughes Fleet corp. Letters from creditors describe unpaid bills running into thousands of dollars and threats of court action.
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Washington
Groeten
Xnonk. Conn
Hues Fleet Corporation
Morse
Ildrnieys
Dexter
Nuank
Benjamin W. Morse
Continental Trading Company
AL Morse
Noank
Nowak
Yomineh
New Star Discovered by Iowa Professor in Des Moines
Dr Morehouse of Drake University announced a new nebulous star in Des Moines. The photo plate dated April 1 reportedly showed developing nebulosity, verified by Dr Thirlow Shapley, director of Harvard College Observatory.
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Iowa
Des Moi Town
Jorehouse
Wuetine Dent
Drake University
Uranenter
Morehouse
More- Inmee
Thirlow Shapley
Thr
Ostvard College Observatory
Universalists Meet Discuss Fund for Superannuation
The special gathering of Universalists met on May 10 to consider establishing an annual fund for superannuation. A committee will report at the next annual meeting in Tiurtford. Officers elected include Kevin A. Tracy of Norwhich as president and Rev. Phevedore A. Fischer as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanford
Phevedore A. Fischer
Herbert &. Geld Harteford
British Booze Exports Jump 2000 Percent Worldwide
Export figures show a dramatic rise in British alcohol shipments with a reported 2000 percent increase in Scotch exports. The surge spans several regions including West Indian islands off the American coast as well as other markets, reflecting shifting trade dynamics in the post prohibition era.
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United States
West Indian Islands
Refusal to Restore License in Stamford Incident
Special from Stamford reports M. B. E. Snow of the Motor Vehicle department refused to restore the license of Tiphert I f Jackman, arrested last November for reckless driving, after testimony showed involvement in another accident. Max Jr. of 14 Pleasant Street, Stamford, who had four prior accidents, had his license restored.
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Stamford
M. BE. Snow
Motor
Tiphert
Jackman
Newall
Max Jr
Pleasant Stvest
Stanerd
Harvard Chemistry Lab Faces Deterioration and Fund Drive
A historic Harvard chemical laboratory, dating about 30 years old, is described as severely dilapidated and near failure. Committees, chaired by Langdon and others, urge immediate funds to establish a new facility and five professorships, with campaigns tied to Emanuel College and memorials for alumni lost in war.
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CAM Ami Due
Boyston
Disrvard Eschemical
Aco
Marrard
Abstan Nt
Langdon Bk
Associated
Ghd
Parint
Kansas City
Harvard
Conorer Holds Inques Stamford
In Stamford on May 10 a special inquiry examined the Mars ici case involving a ground incident under a passing train. Witnesses including Frank Wadforth and Thomas Rand testified as the inquiry into the deal was conducted by John Phelan and others.
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Stamford
Sperialy
John Tf
Phelan Dela
Mars Ici
Frank 2
Wadforth
Thomas
Rand
Enmunmier
Rewayton
Hestar
Woman Finds Body of Missing Husband at Alasender Lake
KILLINGLY May 10 Mrs Kenn Kershaw found the body of her husband who disappeared after a canoe trip on April 22. He was reported missing when the canoe capsized during rough water while they prepared to open their lake cottage season. State police investigated the capsized canoe incident and recovered his body near the shore.
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Alasender Lake
Kenn Kershaw
Kershaw
Keryshaw
Putnam
Milford Beach anticipates big summer season
Milford, May 10 Special to The Telegram amusement parks at Walnut and Myrtle beaches awaken from winter sleep as openings approach despite cool weather. Concessionaires prepare stalls for Memorial Day crowds and licenses for games of chance are being issued amid police scrutiny to enforce local and state regulations.
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Milford
Walnut
Myrtle
Ie Poi
Ags Wovenies of Chance
J. M. Maher
Thomas Catlopy
William Wendrick
Th. F. Winder
T. I. Kudow
William Gesky
Haglan Cession Company
Ttcal
Milford College Club Plans Fine Course
Milford May 10 Special to The Telegram The Milford College Club will hold its May meeting Tuesday May 13 at the Central Grammar school auditorium at eight o clock The program aims to interest graduates and guests from Milford High Lauralton Hall with speakers Superintendent Aiewsoh Judge Stoddard Arthur Whitcomb Raymond Clare and others The evening includes a first annual merging of the sun and the high school orchestra furnishes music This event is part of a year long series to promote higher education and community involvement
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Milford
College Clab At
Robert
Stoddard
Arthur Whitcomb
Halesroanshin
Raymond Clare
First Naonal Bank
New Haven
Ageultaire
the Sun
Alleged Hold-Up Men To Be Tried In Greenwich
Three men accused of a hold-up at a New York listings post room will stand trial in Greenwich. McLaughlin of New York is among those named, with prosecutors outlining the case and dates for court procedures.
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Greenwich
Wid Wood
Warle
Will Plaina
Hans
Rucreieeph Sorane
Mel McLaughlin
New Yer
New York
Fossil Fish Bags and Stone Deposits in Oklahoma
A historical note explains towns in Oklahoma sit on limestone deposits called Coolite, formed from round white fossil egg-like bodies. The piece discusses why these formations resemble fossil fish eggs and cites theories about lime precipitated from water aided by bacteria, noting similar deposits in Missouri and Arkansas.
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Oklahoma
Missouri
Arkansas
Crepe de chine dresses offer youthful, slender styles
Rich crepe de chine dresses in grey jade navy rose tan brown cocoa appeal to all figures. Features include pleated effects panels straight lines and wide girdles with pretty ornaments. A special lot presenting stylish garments of unusual value at ten dollars.
Pretty new panty dresses for little tots ages two to six
Advertises new play dresses for children aged two to six in chambray and plain cotton styles. Some feature gingham trimming and dainty embroidery with prices around 2.25 dollars. Located on the second floor.
Guimpe waists for children feature Seco silk
White and tan Guimpe waists for girls aged 8 to 16, with torn back cuffs and round ruffled collars to wear with sweaters. Dainty dotted Seco silk design priced at $1.50.
White satin petticoats for full ladies skirts sale
An advertisement describes white satin petticoats on the second floor with hemstitched bottoms and shadow proof fronts and backs. Fine quality, priced at $1.25, with extra sizes $1.40. Reaches the second floor, Great.
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Reat
Low price sale on Soc OQ Mac moccasin oxfords
Footwear offer from a receiver liquidation features men and boys elk sport oxfords with crepe rubber soles and moccasin oxfords at steep cuts. Women’s options are listed but not completed in readable text. Prices include $5.85 for men and $3.85 for boys.
New Stylish Coat Sweaters In Classic Colorways
Fashioned from fine yarn with an open stitch and plain color, these coat sweaters feature contrast bottom cuffs collar and down front. Color combinations include black and white white and jade jade and white brown and buff buff and brown. Buttoned coat models offer a striking, wearable style.
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W. T. Hemming
Secretary OF Universalists
Akeancis
Taryvare
Emmanuel College
Vambrid ‘Hing
Li Dedermey
Marvari Klass
Arras
Eros Collage
Kentucky
N. Shaler
Snerver
Haune J York
Conorer
Swift & Company
U.S. A
Milford Beach
Milford College Club
Vanco
Vance
Bridgeport. Conn
Howland
Howland Dry Goods
Bruceport
Fenny
J. A. King, Inc
Fairfield Ave
C. W. King
Grea
Atal
West Disinfecting Company
Hanover
Boss
Hanovers
America
Dad
Hanover Shoe Store
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