Mystery gunman sought in Theresa McCarthy death
New York detectives pursue clues in the death of 10 year old Theresa McCarthy after a 22 caliber bullet pierced her heart. A Brooklyn man, 25, Jones I Grace, is in custody on unrelated complaints as police probe possible connections to similar incidents. no solid link established.
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Brooklyn
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Gronx
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St. Cecilia's
Women Join Rebel Army in Large Numbers
Dublin reports indicate many women are enlisting in the Republican Irregular army, fighting with rifles and revolvers. Known as Flack Women by Free Staters, they bolster Republican support, inspiring stronger action among men as the Free State grapples with strikes and transportation woes. Guerrilla raids disrupt railway transport and commerce, complicating Free State defense.
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Ulster
Year sees employment on increase in city factories
Bridgeport Manufacturers association reports a steady rise in workers employed across 31 target factories this year. Most mills failed to reach the normal 25, but hope to hit it early next year despite unskilled labor shortages and modest foundry lave. A seasonal rise is expected as hours per worker average near 49.2 weekly.
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Ixse
Bridgeport Manufacturers’ Association
Thewen
BIS
Manufacturers’ Association
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Fpm
Alpheus Winter
Winter
Tate
Udi
Yorles
Howden
Irish Consul Squabble May Reach Courts
In New York Irish Free State and De Valera Republicans clash over the Dublin consulate. After McGrath’s retirement, Lindsay Crawford retains one room while Laurence Ginnell and seven supporters seize part of the office. Spokesmen say the dispute may go to court as peaceful talks continue.
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MacSwiney
Shavings and Other Majestic Theatre Highlights in Bridgeport
The Majestic presents Shavings from Joseph C Lincoln with Poli Players led by Arthur Chatterdon and Nila Mac, praised for fresh style and strong performances by Edmund Abbey and Marie Blake. Upcoming shows include It’s A Boy with Sam H Harris, Burlesque at Park Theatre, and The Monte Carlo Girls continuing this week at top prices.
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Joseph C. Lincoln
Bridgeport
Majestic Theatre
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Arthur Chatterdon
Nila Mac
Edmund Abbey
Marie Blake
Walnut Beach
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Harris Theatre
New York
Gotham
Sam H. Harris
Monte Carlo
Mischief Makers Burlesque Opens Bridgeport Week
A Bridgeport burlesque show features Grace Goodale in a prima donna role with Violet Buckley, Tommy Burns, and Easton and Stuart among a lively cast. Special boxing exhibiti ons by Louis and Patsy Bogs. Midnight New Year encore marks start of Comedians Rags Murphy and Arthur Lening engagement.
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Violet Buckley
Tommy Burns
Wii- Mack
Bipld
Ndt
Easton
Stuart
Beauty
Louis Bogs
Patsy
Rags Murphy
Arthur Lening
Monte Carlo
Girl
Easton and
Oy Kings of Jazz
Willie Mack
Greene
Louis Bogash
Patsy Bogash
City manager plan expands municipal services nationwide
Lawrence Dec. 28 Greater development of the city manager form of government aims to centralize responsibility and boost services per tax dollar. The National City Managers Association will use a monthly magazine and KU as its headquarters. Since 1912 more than 287 cities in 38 states adopted the plan. Notables include Cleveland Akron Dayton Houston Nashville Wichita Kalamazoo Grand Rapids Pasadena and longer Beach. The Board of Contract and Supply will meet to award January oil and garage supplies contracts for Hillside Home.
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University of Kansas
John G. Stutz
Stutz
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Akron
Dayton
Ohio
Houston
Texas
Nashville
Bad Holiday Booze Killed 100 in U.S.
Poisoned denatured alcohol formed into fake whiskey caused nearly 100 deaths during the Christmas holidays across the United States, according to reports from prohibition enforcement headquarters.
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U.S
Washington
J. S
United States
Prohibition Enforcement
Bankruptcies Outnumber Divorces in County Court
Statistics from the County Court House show 120 bankruptcies filed in the past year versus 93 divorces granted. The remarks suggest it is easier to get along with a spouse than with business acquaintances, reflecting the local sentiment.
Withers Ashes to Be Scattered Over Nevada as He Wished
The body of Sacramento native Withers, who died in Reno, will have his ashes scattered over Nevada per his wish. He attended the University of Virginia, was a lawyer during the Goldfield era, and was closely connected with Woodrow Wilson’s circle and Nevada Democratic figures. Friends and relatives plan the funeral and ash scattering to honor his memory amid a period of public notices and regional ties.
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Reno
University of Virginia
United States
Kellis Island
James J. Devis
United States Secretary of Labor
Kington Day
Davi
Robert G._ Withers
Woodrow Wilson
Detroit
Am A. Giffen
Mai
Langley Rathow
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