Massachusetts Democrats Seek Irish Recognition and Wet Plank
Springfield Massachusetts dispatch reports Massachusetts Democratic resolutions calling for U S recognition of the Irish Republic and endorsing a 4 percent wine and beer tax proposal were presented to the state party committees. Francis J Mincovan introduced the measures supported by Michael A O Leary and Senator David J Walsh. The resolutions seek party unity for a convention floor battle with potential modifications while aligning with the national platform and avoiding specific League of Nations references.
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Democratic Party of
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Francis J. Mtncovan
Democratic Club of
Massachusetts
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Ihy Trish
Michael A. O'Leary
Meufengars Fovernor
Kinseran
National Party
San Fratenis
League of Nations
MacSwiney condition described as very low in bulletin
London September 17 report states Lord Brayor MacSwiney of Corie is described as very low in the Irish self-determination league bulletin issued tonight. The bulletin says he is suffering severe pains in the head and is conscious.
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League
Priority in Coal for New England Suspended
Washington Sept. 1 The Interstate Commerce Commission suspended the long standing priority on coal shipments by water to New England. The measure had been in effect for several weeks to ease a coal shortage in the region.
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Roosevelt to Speak in City Today at Seaside Park
Franklin D. Roosevelt the Democratic candidate for vice president will speak at Seaside Park at 1 o clock this afternoon. Accompanied by Augustine Lunorgan of Mariford a United States Senate candidate they will arrive by automobile from Meriden shortly after 4 o clock at Straitfeld where a committee of prominent Democrats will greet them. A parade forms at 1:30 led by Joseph Devine and ex service men with Coast Artillery band marching down Main Street to State Park Avenue then to Seaside.
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Park Avenue
Seaside
Connecticut Company to Resume Service at 5 A. M. Monday
Connecticut company announces return to service at 5 o clock Monday morning after eight weeks of suspension. A flat seven cent fare will apply across the city with no transfers. Many former employees will return and beginners are under instruction to expand crews. Metal tickets at $1 will be sold for five percent savings, obtainable from conductors or at the Congress store office. Public Utilities Commission ruling cited.
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Barnum Avenue
Ballard Succeeds Seeley as Republican Town Treasurer
The Republican Town Committee led by John A. Leonard held its first meeting at 1114 Alain Street last night and organized naming officers and an executive committee. New chairmen for districts were appointed as part of the group’s setup with plans for the coming campaign and a further meeting scheduled for additional decisions.
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oMeers
Americans Swarm to Paris Night Clubs in Probe
Paris dispatch reports American visitors flocking to night clubs in the city as police raid scenes unfold. Readers learn about a member only venue near the gates where admission costs 40, and witnesses describe half dressed women and intoxicated patrons amid alleged excesses. The investigation is led by C F Berneist and continues on page 16.
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Paris
Jitnears Ready For New Routes In City Transit
News item notes 60 jitneys starting new routes from Bostwick avenue to Barnum avenue district. Buses will run all day passing Cherry street Fairfield avenue Stratford avenue Water street and other streets with service to the city center. A fleet of 76 Connecticut Avenue and Jitney lines will operate from Ash Creek and pass through Cherry street Howsdrd avenue Fairfield avenue John street Water street Stratford avenue Connecticut avenue Bishop avenue and reserve. Forty five trips will be provided on the so called Keminatsu Aris and Seaside park line. Chi WHT eliet at the Remington
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Remington
Parisian limbs shorten and bodies stretch in Paris report
A report to a full meeting of the Academy of Sciences notes Parisians growing shorter limbs while the torso lengthens and color and size of the neck read as hints of changing physique. Professors Hamunderrery Marie and MacAchitte support the findings with observations on cerebral type and degeneration.
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Agnidechy of Sciences
Hamunderrery
Marie
MacAchitte
Massachusetts Court Rules State Police Power Enforces Liquor Laws
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court rules states may enforce liquor statutes without license even where federal Volstead Act applies. Decision in Nickerson case upholds state police power over importation and sale of intoxicants, affecting about 100 similar cases in Superior Court. The ruling clarifies tension between 18th Amendment and state authority.
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Plorence Nickerson
Bar~ton
Chiat Tuae
Grand jury probes Wall Street blast under federal order
The September grand jury in New York was ordered by Judge Whitlam H. Waddams to split its probe into the Wall Street explosion into two phases, crime and possible criminal negligence. Detectives questioned witnesses at the District Attorney's office as prosecutors plan to study the explosive type with experts. The jury visited the blast site, where the wrecked automobile and damaged pavement were shown.
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Talley
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Hare
United
Explosion kills 35 in financial district blast
The September 17 explosion in New York killed 35 people and wounded about 300, with officials stating a deliberately placed bomb caused the disaster. Federal agents and Justice Department investigators, led by William J. Flynn, traced the device to a planned attack, noting the driver was distant from the blast. Further details emerged as inquiries continued, with damage estimates ranging from 1.0 to 2.0 million dollars.
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United States Department of Justice
George W. Lamb
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Flynn
Nlet
Federl Secret Service
William J. Flynn
Con
Washington
Iesume
Mr. Lamb
United States Assy Office
Circulars Threatening Death Mailed in Financial District
NAW YORI Sept 17 Chief Flynn of the department of justice released copies of five circulars signed American Anarchiste Fighters found in a Cedar Street Broadway box shortly before noon. The seven by eleven inch notices warned of death unless political prisoners are freed. Flynn said the circulars targeted the financial district to provoke a demonstration and likely were not aimed at J P Morgan and company.
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Flynn
Department of Jun
J. P. Morgan and Company
Financial Center
Morgan Living in Absolute Secrecy
London reports tightened British police espionage on red actionist groups after a Wall Street bomb explosion while J P Morgan remains in Britain on holiday. The firm fears for son Zinus Spencer Morgan and guards all movements with a veil of secrecy, with details broadcast hourly.
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Red
J. P. Morgan
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Orer Valcation Spore
England
Hild
United States
Owner of Horse Tied to Explosion Plot in Wall Street
Hackensack, N J police traced a blacksmith who shod a horse found near the New Year’s blast site in Wall Street. William D Mead said the plot appeared premeditated to destroy the Morgan building and injure onlookers. Parts of the wagon and horse shoes may solve the case.
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Dean
New Yearlh
Department of Justices
William D. Mead
J. P. Mot ‘Wan and Company
Bz. Mead
Amlth
Mr. Mead
Wall
Buffalo
Consul Refuses to Lower Old Glory in Genes Italy
Washington reports workmen carrying red flags attacked the American consulate in Genes Italy during a funeral procession. Vice Consul Murphy blocked the effort to lower the flag and ordered it brought inside. State department will await a further report before deciding on representations to Italy.
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Genes
Italy
State Department
Alurphy
Kulfata
Regree
Police Express No Faith in Fisher's Advance Knowledge
A fragmented report recalls a 1930s crime inquiry where officials doubt Fisher's forewarning of a bombing. Edward Fortparly, an employee, received a notice via telegraph as police tie a string to brokerage offices. Witnesses discuss where information came from while a fourth man reflects on illness and fear of danger.
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Bridgeport Telegram Evades Post Or Sunday Post Notice
Readers are reminded the Bridgeport Telegram is not delivered by the usual post on Sundays. If you do not receive your paper, contact the circulation desk for service options and delivery verification.
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