England Must Go Dry To Compete With U S
William Pussyfoot Johnson urged the Connecticut Anti-Saloon League that England must adopt prohibition to compete in world markets. He cited Europe trips, noted liquor defeats internationally, and claimed Ireland and Scotland lean toward total abstinence while unrest in wet nations remains.
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England
U.S
America
United States
William ‘Pussyfoot” Johnson
Connecticut
Anti-Saloon League
M. E
Johnson
British Isles
Europe
Versailles
Italy
France
Holland
Johmson
Tenence
Mrr. Johnson
Pinland
Ireland
Scotland
Sinn Fein
Ulster
Tobneon
Europa
St iv
Ars
President Wilson Urges Armenia Mandate Plan
President Wilson urged Congress to accept a U S mandate over Armenia and settle its boundary. Senate leaders voiced opposition, with Senator Harding opposing a mandate and warning the Senate. The issue centers on U S responsibility and the allied supreme authority’s stance.
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Washington
Senate
Gnardere
Harding
Ghio
Chatr
Fic c
Armenia
Foreign Relations Committee
Lig Senate
No Move to Oust Mayor Robinson
Bridgeport Republicans pledge to avoid interfering with Mayor Wilsons investigation. They state no move to oust him and deny plans for town committee meetings until his inquiry ends. William D. Sealey and others are cited, while figures like Alderman McManus are questioned about party reorganization and views on the mayoral actions.
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Republican
Bridgeport
Wilson
J. Alex HL Roblusg
Eatin
Robinson
A . Willam D. Sealey
John T. King
Republican Organization
Canada
Uberration
Willam Z. McManus
Wbihe
Mayer Wilson
John
Milford raid nets liquor and five arrested at Harris home
In Milford, May 24, authorities seized liquor and arrested two men and three women at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joan Harris in the poorer town section. Chief Maher and six police officers conducted the raid. Deputy Sheriff P. J. McNerney of Haven posted bonds for the nine? arrested. they face arraignment in Milford town court Wednesday morning. The Harrises were charged as keepers of a house of ill repute.
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Maher
Joan Harris
Poar
McNernex
Haven
Milford
Harris
Receiver for New Haven Denied by Federal Court
The court denied a request by 2,400 New York New Haven and Hartford stockholders for a limited receiver to pursue action against the board formerly led by Nichols Rockefeller. The suit sought restitution of about $150,000,900 due to alleged misuses of corporate funds. Judge Mack analyzed the application in New York on May 24.
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New York
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad
Aitlam ,RocknfeNer
Mack
Six saloon keepers in New Haven fined in court
New Haven May 24 Evidence in court today showed six saloon and restaurant keepers were fined under the Civic Federation. A witness, a former private detective, testified the fines were imposed. each offender paid 159 dollars and costs, with one case at a different amount.
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New Haven
The
Civic Federation
Crusade to stamp out betting on ball games
Chicago authorities in a May raid arrested 47 spectators alleged to be betting at baseball parks. Police plan to arraign them next day. The action follows decisions by National League president Ford Frick and American League head Ban Johnson to end gambling at league parks.
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Cihcago
Chicago
Ohn Heydler
Presiidi
National Leaue
B. Ts. Johnson
Muajor
Conner Commerce Chamber Opposes Soldier Bonus
The Connecticut chamber meeting adopted a resolution opposing any grant of funds to veterans, arguing it contradicts the principles of citizenship and fairness. A separate item notes Sugar Trust price advances in New York.
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CONN
Commerce Chamber
Martford
Connesi Chiumvar
Cod
Furnished and unfurnished apartments offered in New York
Landlords announce ready furnished units with everything from tables to cooking utensils for immediate move in. Tenants are warned to expect no renewals after October 1 and many units will be sold out from under prior lease arrangements.
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New York
NPA
Planos
Stratford Women Form 6.0 Club Striving For Republican Reform
Stratford town hall witnessed the birth of the Tilford League of Republican Women, with over a hundred members. The group elected officers and adopted a platform urging women’s political involvement while preserving vote independence and endorsing measures like child welfare and sanitation. Aimed at rallying support for Republican causes, the league calls for ratification of the nineteenth amendment and highlights the party’s responsibility in enfranchisement.
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Tilford League of
Republican Women
Stratford
Ita Sembiet
Ushion
Stratford League
Yin Spisit
Ritiic
League
Totemi
Lisse Hastings
Eem
Holl G. Q
Republican Party
Connecticut
Thase
General Assembly
Joseph W. Alsop
Avon
Ehairman
Connecticut ‘League
Mery
Alsop
Douglas Tobingon
Toosevet
Five Girls to Try For Barnum Prize at Bridgeport School
Five senior girls at Bridgeport school were selected as candidates for a Barnum prize in a ceremony Thursday. Government plans call for a sweeping probe of sugar brokers, with testimony on high living costs and prescription patent medicines. Investigations aim to curb price manipulation and ensure fair distribution, as officials announce forthcoming hearings and policy reviews.
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Bridgepereagh School
Vihering
Cullinson
Coulre
Carranza Death Triggers Plot to Seek Vengeance
Reports from Mexico City indicate Carranza's death fuels plans for avenging movements and opposition to Villa. Obregon urges a strong, unopposed government while Washington weighs responses as U S confidence grows in stability and potential policy shifts. American officers note mobility of forces and potential recruitment limits.
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Washington
Aton
Venusiano Cartanen
Villa
Baccon
Sontien Afas
Carranza
Gartonsa
Madero
Atate Department
Generalas Calle
Luis Si
Obregon
White House
Wilson
Conlaving
Deerya
Fitla
George Milles
Advarado [+ nining and milling company
George W Dayton of Devon Dies at Home
George W Dayton Sr of Devon died at his home after a long illness. He was a longtime employee of Union Cartridge and a member of Sons of Veterans and Odd Fellows. Survived by three brothers, a sister in law and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Thursday at the home, with Rev Cason officiating. Burial in Milford Cemetery.
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George W. Dayton
Avenger
Devon
Sreeee
eBay
Milford Cematery
Ig Bucher
Taner Rey
Union Math Cartridge Company
Samuel Hama Youle
Stralicdd
Tevion
Wisnather
Miner Dartan
Robert G. Charis
Acl
Nip Hussey
Niin
Cason
Niin's Episcopal Church
Darky
Deford
Notable Barber Suspect Involving Robbery Report
Unclear OCR text describes a barber proprietor named Santonian or similar, with serious condition after a night incident. Vague references to a home, possible assault, and a monetary figure near two dollars. Details are fragmentary and non-specific about location or outcome.
Governor Smith Signs 2.75 Percent Beer Bill
Governor Smith signs a bill allowing sale of beer up to 2.75 percent alcohol in restaurants and cities, with license fees and regulatory provisions. The governor issued a memorandum noting the lack of concrete reasons against approval and stating the bill should be approved.
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Smith
Evader Bergeoldt Planned Escape From Custody
Washington May 25 Army intelligence and Justice Department clashed over Grover Bergdoll a military evader who planned an escape from custody Attorney General Palmer said the department may have allowed a bail application that could have freed him The inquiry aimed to prevent a possible escape while Bergdoll was under war department custody and no writ of habeas corpus was filed Philadelphia officials joined a wake up call to investigate the two army guards involvement in his escape plans with notes found and rumors of a broader escape attempt and potential flight from the country
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Army Intelligence Corps
Department of Justice
Grover
Bersdolt
Pilmer
Wight
Bergeolt
Twayes
Bownbo
Palmer
Army
Department of
Mabeas Corps
Borsdolt
Bargdo‘l
War Department
Reralol
U. S. Philadelphia
Thon Q. Donaldson
Iis
Goronel Alexand
Lere Teqay
Pilday
Berg
An Ehvil
al Sovis
Ced
Bergdoll
Remington Arms Gets New Charter
Remington Arms undergoes corporate reorganization as a new charter is issued in New York. The changes focus on restructuring renting operations and aligning management, with the first steps already underway through an experimental program initiated yesterday.
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Remington Arms
Iran
New Yorke
Everal Ublyer
Cut Clary
Kip
Woman Arrested On Shoplifting Charge Reported
A woman identified as Mary Taster was arrested on a shoplifting charge at Fairford Avenue. The incident involved alleged theft of wine valued at $1,000 and occurred near Bolandner House. Police reported partial details and stated the suspect's injuries and the clothing items involved.
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Mary Taster
Fairford Avenue
Teteclve
Wood campaign spending dominates Senate inquiry
The Senate investigation into pre-convention expenditures opens with testimony from Frank H. Hitchcock representing General Wood and L. L. Emerson for Governor Lowden. Emerson cites Wood and Lowden outlays totaling hundreds of thousands, with King and several managers named.
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Associated Press
Washington
Lowden
Ohio
Harding
Leonard Wood
Newberry
Michigan
Mike
Tos
Senate
Frank H. Hitchcock
General Wood
Will
Wood
Col
Wm. Cooper Pro
Cincinnati
A. A. Sprague
Chicago
Horace C. Stebbins
New York
John H. Price
Cleveland
Curb Profits Tax Wealth Johnson Johnson
United States Senator Hiram We Jamson of California, a candidate for the Republicum presidential nomination, urged just taxes in proportional to profits for small merchants and wealth corporations. He argued taxes should reflect the wealth of corporations and stock dividends, seeking a fair tax balance.
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United States
Hiram We Jamson
California
Republicum
Denver
Stone J
Dumensely Wealth
Sen Johnson
Phas
Missionary Convention Prominent Speakers Arrive
Prominent speakers will preside at the missionary convention at the Bevean Memorial Church on Main Street, starting tomorrow and running through Sunday. Rev. B. L. Alexander and Rev. William Franklin of New York City will deliver addresses at 3 30 tomorrow evening, with other speakers scheduled for Saturday night.
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Furest
B. FL. Alexander
Willian Frankl
New York
Tag O'Plock
ML 'Turrilat
Nyack
Gregory Slane
Yorkvally Will
Bors Gover
New Yal
Will
Italians Celebrate World War Anniversary at May 24 Mass
In a Wissitersville school auditoriums mass last night, Italians marked the World War entry on May 24, 1975 with over 800 in attendance. The event featured speakers including Consular Agent P and Orator Guirs amid a list of local officials and honored guests.
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Talian
Italy
University
Boo
Winstersville
Horeani Dallarst
Trabhuloan
Honda
Wileson
Georget W
Kiveter
Etiesn of
Nowaver
Oa. Gamben
Men plead guilty to New York murder in city case
Lawrence Matragan and Davos yorry Greer of New York pleaded guilty to a murder charge in a local shooting at a grocery store. They were sentenced to terms described by police officials, with the incident traced to a shop on a city street.
Automobiles Comtide Anniversary Incident Report
A local car incident near 119 Gariletd Avenue involved Syniel Kaufman and HOB Bendel. Police say no injuries were reported. the database lists Lestingcon and Waiting fone arenes as related references. The date was slight and details remain unclear.
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Anniver
Oly Syniel Kaufman
Gariletd Avin
Ana Hob
Bendel Tl
Mary Fuit
Steve Peltilid
Ywssterel Sitternven
Barnum III Collapses Amid Overwork in City
William M Barnum III, an assistant at a local firm and member of a fraternal lodge, reportedly fell ill from overwork. Authorities investigate possible connections to railway chair arrangements and a forthcoming memorial service.
Woman Struck by Auto Reported May 1 Police Noting Incident
Minnie Kepphet reported she was run down by an automobile on May 1 near Falpfield and avenues. Police documented the incident with details of the accident but the exact circumstances remain unclear.
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Minnie Kepphet
Seele
Ale
Falpfield
Avenues
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