The Rise of the Penny In an Era of Higher Prices
The piece surveys the penny’s rising prominence as prices climb and coins shift to paper money. It notes mint records, congressional indecision on new denominations, and the growing use of silver and gold certificates waning while federal reserve notes surge. It mentions the silver dollar’s decline and the shift to paper currency amid wartime finance.
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United States
Milady
Twce
America
Ange
Firis
Congress
Treasury
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Federal Reserve
Bond
the Times
New York
A LINE O' CHEER IVE BY JOHN KENDRICK BANGS THE BETTER ESTATE
A rough verse extols a better state of manhood with stout arm and sturdy will. The speaker wishes for a fairy dwelling then deserts the fantasy to seek and knock out jackals with resolve and purpose.
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John Kendrick Bangs
Bridgeport Leads in Registration for State Election
Bridgeport leads in registration figures, with New Haven second and Stamford third, as the state prepares for the United States Senators election in November. The Republican incumbent’s term ends March 4 1920 and a Democrat holds the other seat. Webster Drew is serving interim duties in the Granite State.
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Bredgeport
Bridgeport
Yotas
Raat New Maverds
Slarfierd
Ag Asa
Wyeerta
Datitte
Yne United States
Haimpe Ohtte
Caallimger
Republicuh
Oflis
Denocrat
Webster Drew
Germany and Austria Offer Secret Peace Talk Amid War Turmoil
Vienna sent a long communication proposing confidential talks toward peace, framed by Axis powers. Allies reject any discussion, deeming it a German ruse while Pershing’s forces push toward Metz and southern Germany fears grow. The U.S. exposes 1914 prewar plans, urging continued fighting for victory as the path to true peace.
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Boche
Germany
Austria
Witk
Viena
Anstrin
Pershing
Metz
Rhine
Berlin
Vienna
Wilson
Bootlegging Threats Prompt War-Era Saloons Shutdown
In wartime America the saloon becomes a target as bootleggers supply soldiers with alcohol. War department warnings threaten a dry zone below Manhattan's Fourteenth Street and new powers to close saloons near munitions centers. Industry leaders acknowledge the trend toward prohibition and begin preparing for its full realization.
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America
Louis XV
New York City
War Department
Lower Manhattan
Fourteenth Street
Pent Up Kindness and the Kaiser's Mercy Appeal
A critical column decries Austria's peace council bid and Kaiser Karl's call for pent up kindness. It accuses the Allies of insincere sorrow and mocks the notion of mercy as a weapon, arguing the rhetoric masks real aggression and hypocrisy by the Austrian and German leadership.
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Louvain
Austria
Marie Boyle
Reilly
Kaiser Karl
Naser Karl
Bridgeport Apology Refocuses Community After Incident
Judge Wheeler voiced a public apology to resident Wilson for misguided actions by some residents. Bridgeport faces widespread notoriety with East Coast papers commenting and the Presidents letter to the men gaining nationwide attention. The community is urged to continue the good work and prove Bridgeport’s character despite the actions of a few.
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Wheeler
Wilson
Bridgeport
Belgium Suffering Amid German Brutality Reveals Global Call for Peace
A fragment cites Germany as the brute harming Belgium, urging the world to demand peace while condemning the invasion. The author contrasts German aggression with the need for humane conduct and neighborly restraint, highlighting wartime outrage and calls for justice.
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Belgium
Germany
Fire Losses Decline in War-Toned Era
The article notes high American fire losses, citing over 40 million dollars in the current year and a larger figure the prior year. It argues for conservation and cautions that small preventive measures could save substantial sums, highlighting ongoing damage and the public damage in wartime context.
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Seine
Los Corine
Soldiers Held After Seaside Auto Accident
In Seaside Park yesterday Bernard Yedvah and Harry Getts of Company F 118th Supply Train were detained after a collision at State and Main. McNamara charged with drunkenness, Yerdyah with breach of peace. Driver McNamara said to be traveling on State rear, trolley turned west on Furie.
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Shite
Main
Bernard Yedvah
Harry Getts
Seaside Park
Wern i Sted
Gee
McNamara
Yerdyah Wos
Stete
Gels
Main Stresk
Furie Street
Trig
Iat Certs
Liek
Liverity
MeNamiara Murchine
Boestine War Stamp Sales in All Parts of City
City Et park hosts a large stamp sale event with red white and blue tape and stubs for entry. Organizers plan a wide distribution of sheets and stamps, aiming to raise funds for war efforts while drawing crowds along Main Street.
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City Et Park
Abe Tokels
Wits Vielen Serayas Wilro
Lena
Maivoot
Anvil
Arardes
Red Cross Socks Meet September Knitting Standard
Fairfield Red Cross chapter reports progress on September quotas despite summer disruptions. Volunteers explain the required kitched toe method, flat sizing, and five and inches from end measurements, with guidance at headquarters and classes offered at Roane street headquarters.
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Fairfield Red Cross
Avery W. Sarton
Pulpfield
Roaneh Street
Prise Witneys
Peasty Dick
United Blales
Lindanist
Oregon
Pattaya
McCarthy Guilty Fined and Paid in Milford Case
Milford special report says William J. McCarthy, president of Rost and Alanus manufacturing, pleaded guilty to breach of the peace on River street July 1 and was fined $1 with $7.70 costs. Officer Henry Galbrunner testified, noting Smith of Company L allegedly struck McCarthy during the altercation. Lieutenant Smith’s case was moved to next Saturday with a separate charge of misappropriating $1,000 worth of machinery.
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Milford
William JB. McCarthy
Rost and Alanufacturing Company
George J. Smith
McCarthy
Vtells
Henry Galbrunner
Tolent
Daniel Smith
Company L
State Guard
Mieuf
Smith
Lieut Smith
New York
Maximillian Plencker
McCarthy-Smith
Lient
Omar W. Platenunsel
Emtunsel
Dmile Careto
Bomb in Store Block Reveals Harmless Battery Claim
Police checked a supposed bomb found in a store block on Dover Avenue yesterday. A discarded battery was identified after examination, and occupants nearby on Iron Works and related sites were evacuated. The incident prompted a cautious response from authorities and local businesses.
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Ford Avenue
Boaresti
Iron Works
Newongland
Cinton
Soldier’s Letter Describes Missing Sweater At Camp
A draftee from Wivi 20 writes from a southern camp that he has a Red Cross kit but lacks a sweater. He notes the cold nights and envy of fellow recruits who have sweaters, highlighting a simple comfort amid training.
DIES OF PNEUMONIA AT BASE IN BOSTON
Arthur W. Edwards, 19, eldest son of Mrs Catherine Edwards of 320 Garfield Avenue, died of pneumonia at a naval base in East Boston. Employed as chief clerk at Plumb Arcade News Store, he enlisted in the Merchant Marine to serve during the war and was assigned to the training ship WS Mead. He left Boston a week ago and death came yesterday. He leaves his mother and four younger brothers.
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Arthur W. Edwards
Catherine Edwards
Garfield Avenue
Naval Base
Boston
Arthur Edwards
Plumb Arcade
Merchant Marine
WS. Mead
Newspaper Man Sought After Wife Is Killed
New York Milwaukee Sept 1 Charles EB Chasin husband of the city auditor of the New York Evening World was found dead with a bullet wound in his hotel room this afternoon police unable to locate him initial report states.
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New York
Charles EB. Chasin
New York Evening World
Realty Record Warranty Deeds Log
John J Linskey transfers Lot 42 on Melrose avenue to Thomas C Johnson. Liberate Ricci conveys land with buildings on Hollister avenue to Philip Terrano and wife. Charles G Ericson deeds land with buildings on Nash lane to Robert and Minnie Broadbent. Isadore Birnbaum et al to Thomas H Roy land with buildings on Central avenue. Har Schine to Sofie Lipsitz land on Connecticut avenue. Gertrude and Terry to Anna Hanson land on Main street. Axel K Lindquist to Charles G Veleson land with buildings on Nash lane.
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John J. Linskey
Thomas C. Johnson
Melrose Avenue
Ricci
Philip Terrano
Hollister Avenue
Charles G. Ericson
Robert Broadbent
Minnie A. Broadbent
Nash Lane
Clatms
Isadore Birnbaum
Thomas H. Roy
Central Avenue
Har Schine
Sofie Lipsitz
Connecticut Avenue
Gertrude & Terry
Anna Haneson
Main Street
Axel K. Lindquist
Charles G. Velesan
Shercon
Walnut Beach Residents Return for Summer Season
Local shore scene at Walnut Beach features residents and visitors returning to cottages and vacation homes. Names like Harold Jowns, George Charlies, John Gunn, and others are listed among summer guests and social visits. Summers begin with gatherings at cottages such as Eleanor and Araho, while families plan weekend returns and casual outings along the shore.
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Walnut Beach
Remy Eric
Dard Washburn
Farol
Helin
Amkwerd
Harold Jowns
Vy Farmerly
Chass
Tnick
George Charlies
John Gunn
Chain Company
End AL Welt
Smu
Bevenirie
Tett Tiadtdonelli
Laois Fineh
Anies Shay
Ios CoCrwell
Amay Styonabali Aadrow Brown
Garveller
Rabbert Gitte
Gertenstrest
Sunray
Alva
Col. McNaimara
Eleanor
Mirtlebeheh
Elon
Aire
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Maine
Shen
Jinugh
M.C
Battruly TX
Red Cross
Cus Loyon
Iat Pho
Mitford
Newsy
AL FF. Welsh
Catskill Mountains
Nate Murphy
Aliss Lediserey
Jeremiah Currall
Waterbuey
Yaoi Tian
Colomade
Rani Tian
Leary
Katherine Retiage
Walnut Denety Davies
Locke
Kidnaport
Araho
Lichwelauveque
John Dempsey
Ornrd
William Botauds
James Street
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