Proclamation on Cable Lines Control Sparks Debate
Nov 18 reports from Washington and New York describe government moves to take over control of ocean cable lines under Post Office supervision. Clarence Mackay claims the action hints at impending government ownership, warning of potential national operation of vital lines.
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New York
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Apie Hines
Clarence HH. Mackay
Ble Coupig and Allied Cor
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Ys Sligvermnan
Americ
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Indian Oceans
Wilson to Attend Peace Conference Amid Debate
The article discusses whether President Wilson should attend the peace conference abroad. It weighs constitutional limits if he is absent and who would head the U S delegation. Possible delegates include Colonel House Louis Brandeis Elihu Root Tasker Bliss and Vice Admiral Simms with Lansing guiding the commission.
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Unite States
United States
Harrison
Canada
Ént Taft
Mexico
President II
Panama Canal Zone
Taft
Fresi- Roosevelt
Canal
Kingston
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Pesca
Lansing
Willead
Colonel House
Louis D. Brande
Supreme Court
Elihu Foot
Tasker H- Bliss
IF Council
Simms
Delesaras
New Labor Party Plans National Spread
Plans for a national program for the American Labor party discussed at a headquarters meeting last night. M. Tosein Benmati of Hartford, a noted attorney, joined the party and supports its platform. His wife serves as treasurer of the National Women's party.
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M. Tosein Benmati
Hartford
National Women's Party
Flood Causes Million Damage Within Hour
Quebec report says damage could reach nearly 1 million dollars after an easterly gale drove flood tides through the city within an hour. The riverfront saw boats driven onto wharves and navigation halted, with ferry service between Quebec and Levis suspended.
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Levis
Lieutenant Dow Gains Advance of One Rank
Second Lieutenant Albert C. Dow, son of Mr and Mrs A W Dow of 63 Vale Street, has been promoted. He enlisted October 4 1917, served with Company GB 304th Infantry at Camp Devens, became corporal November 11 1917, sergeant February 1 1918, and earned a commission as second lieutenant after graduating from the Officers Training School at Camp Lee. He was advanced to first lieutenant November 5 and now serves as an instructor in the Officers' Training School, with his class expected to finish the course near Christmas.
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Mroo
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Dow
304Th Infantry
Camp Devens
Camp Lee
Local Births and Community Happenings Chronicle Newport
Local gossip notes a baby girl born yesterday at Gridgenort hospital to Mr and Mrs John Cronin of Atlantic street. Other families share greetings including new arrivals and tidbits of social events from the Air and Money club to Friday music gatherings and church activities, with local residents thanking helpers and noting ongoing community updates.
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Gridgenort Hospital
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Wratmer Brothers Company
Yankees Occupy Big Iron Center
The second American division reached Montmedy as civilians welcomed them with flags. French citizens reopened shops and celebrated with bands in the city square. Elsewhere in Belgium and France, civilians continue moving home as German occupation ends and preparations rise for Allied advance.
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Woman Struck Crossing Street Injured by Driver
A pedestrian, Mrs Elizabeth Trowbridge of 9 Foxit Street, was struck crossing a street near Sirford and Drew Place around 6 o clock yesterday. She suffered a severe injury to her leg and was taken to the hospital by a responding guard. The driver was reported to be cooperative as authorities investigate the incident.
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Foxit Street
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Bridgeport Drive Sees Large Subscriptions in Campaign
Bridgeport campaign push reports strong totals with Bridgeport en a bank chief backing the effort. Stratford Newtown top list near 6000. overall fund reaches 12440. police team raises 35974 and receives 9999 prize. workers meet at Stratfield hotel with Rev Judge leading prayers and an orchestra.
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Ships and arms notes amid wartime naval records
Fragmentary report details German naval vessels and dispositions, noting Her derflinger and other ships, and lists wartime subsidies and subscriptions by various companies in Bridgeport and neighboring regions. It mentions disarming captured craft, and includes local payroll and industry figures tied to a wartime victory fund.
Gradual Resumption Of Peace Contracts Discussed
The article outlines a cautious move toward easing wartime contracts as government officials plan a gradual return to peace. Major General C. W. Gaethats stresses following the procurement plank to avoid industrial disruption, with policy steps delaying new contracts and suspending fabrications until the purchasing office approves changes and contractor impact is studied.
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Cenree W. Gaethats
Purchase
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High Tide Floods Milford Beaches Road
Milford reports a high tide at 70:30 inundating Pond Paint road and portions of the shoreline with some damage not observed. Walnut and other beaches also saw very high tides but without damage. locals note bivalves are abundant and beaches well dug.
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Danbury Draft E Ends Life in the York New York
A man about thirty years old reportedly killed himself by inhaling gas after two prior failed attempts. He told others he had no friends and referenced a death in his past. Police and reporters are investigating the incident in Danbury New York.
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Destreet
iManufacturers to Hold Annual Meet Tonight
The Stratheld hotel hosts the annual business session and dinner of the Manufacturers' association. W F H Blood of Philadelphia will be the principal speaker, discussing Hog Island yard construction with motion picture reels.
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Philadelphia
American Fleet Corporation
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Mars
Are You Run-down Find Strength With Wincarnis
An advertisement extols Wincarnis as a four fold tonic restorative blood maker and nerve builder for a run down constitution. It claims quick perceptible benefits without injurious drugs or unpleasant symptoms and states its ingredients are physician recommended.
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