30 Apr 1925
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Newspaper
Naugatuck Daily News
Location
Naugatuck, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1925
Page
1
Military cadets search for an ex convict accused of abducting an 11 year old girl. A citizen posse encountered the fugitive early this afternoon and aroused police attention.
Norwell University cadets, led by Lieutenant MacDonald, with Charles A. Plumley approving, search Cran Mountain and Roxbury woods for ex-convict Karl Woodward who abducted seven year old Lucille Whitherton. Authorities deploy 200 cadets, two bloodhounds from Winchendon, and police in drizzling rain while Walter Chatterton seeks vengeance.
Boston April 30 the drunken driver bill was signed by Governor Fuller. Any defendant convicted of drunken automobile driving in Massachusetts for the second time in six years must be sentenced to jail for up to two years.
Berlin reports indicate Chancellor Luther and President-elect Hindenburg will maintain continuity in Germany’s foreign policy. The tone of speeches reassured markets and boosted domestic calm after a tense election. Finance Minister von Schlieben outlined a drastic tax bill to fund burdens while pledging equitable distribution. Inauguration pushed to May 11 with delays noted by Reichstag President Loeb.
London reports intensifying security as May Day nears with plots against Austen Chamberlain and government figures. Scotland Yard secret service doubles guards while Austrian authorities share details of a suspected communist plot. A Rome dispatch notes a broader anti Bolshevik atmosphere and skirmishes in Sofia accompany concerns of a possible uprising.
Boston and Maine railroad seeks court order to halt Franklin J Blart from operating buses between Boston and Whiteburg and to secure licenses in cities along the route. The move follows claims that bus service would cut railroad revenue. Bishop Lawrence Announces Retirement After 31 Years of Service. In Massachusetts the Episcopal diocese head announces retirement as active administrator at the diocesan convention. Hop grower Horst sues California Anti Saloon League for 200000 damages in Superior Court uniting legal action in San Francisco.
Rev. John F. Long of the Vincentian Fathers delivered a forceful sermon at St Francis church during a men’s mission. He denounced scandal, calumny, lies, and cursing, urged righteous living, condemned unrestrained anger, and attacked prohibition violators as he contrasted prosperous and impoverished homes affected by drink.
Hartford April 80 Two senate resolutions honor the late Henry Nowicki former assistant clerk and authorize $600 to be paid to his widow. The chamber rejected a $100,000 bridge appropriation and sent several bills to committees while naming Frank Waters as New Haven county commissioner. Missing boy William Duram found in New Jersey after a week away. his mother to retrieve him.
Paris April 30 The foreign office admitted the possibility of Premier Painleve and Foreign Secretary Briand traveling to London soon to discuss a debt and security pact. The conference aims to establish arrangements for financial stability and collective defense among allied nations.
Bridgeport reports the British Foreign Office views the European situation as greatly improved for three reasons. Briand plans to resume debt and security pact talks. French reply to German peace proposals expected soon with a moderate stance. and Chancellor Luther's policies in Beylin deemed satisfactory. The piece notes Winston Churchill’s budget criticisms and broader financial concerns.
Washington officials opened an inquiry into the status of Miss Mary MacSwiney, Irish republican advocate, while denying any deportation plan if she is found to be illegally in the United States. Immigration records lack proof of passport or visa, and authorities defer to the state department.
Hartford April 20 Philo T of Newtown, a senator from the 20th district and chairman of the legislative appropriations committee, was appointed by Gov. Trumbull to the newly created office of commissioner of agriculture at a salary of 5000 for 41 years from July 1 next.
Washington reports German scientists using a synthetic process to create a new alcohol variety that could displace American wood alcohol producers. Secretary Noover notes the risk and six U S manufacturers rush to adapt and secure rights for the new product.
Waterbury city officials led by Mayor Francis P. Guilfoyle and corporation counsel O. Connor argued in Washington before the Supreme Court over the Waterbury Park board's right to condemn property for park purposes. The case has advanced through state courts with park board wins at every stage. Opposing counsel LT. Lewis of Waterbury represented the challengers.
In Middletown on April 38 three New Britain men were held in default of $10,000 bail each for a hearing on robbery charges. Joseph Nichisti Ernest Paquette and Simon Jezeski, with a 14 year old relative, are accused of holding up Isaac Altman’s grocery at 72 Prospect street last Saturday night, stealing $100, and fleeing. They faced Judge Warner in city court and were given continued hearings.
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