Isaacs Sued Over Building Collapse Fatal to Jones
The executor of Judson Isaacs’s estate and Rose L Jones sue for damages after a building collapse in February killed C Jones and injured a second claimant. The suit alleges poor support and lack of timely information to workers, seeks $25,000, and names Celia Isaacs and Henry Isaacs with attached real estate and bank accounts as part of the suits. Judge Charles Stone represents the plaintiff in one action and details show Isaacs died before suits progressed.
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C. Jones
Dens
Rose L. Jones
Judson Mes
Thompson
Charles Ston
Lore
Celia Isaacs
Inon
Henry Isaas
Isaacs
Boy Hit By Auto In Downtown Collision
A boy was struck by a closed auto driven by W Bennett after her Auto Co. vehicle started from 16 Main Street. The boy, son of Dr. D A Nolan, was pinned beneath the auto and later taken to his home. His leg was bruised and some injuries to his body were noted, though no bones were broken.
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W. Bennett
Her Auto Co
Iver Johnson
D. A. Nolan
Nolan
Suffrage May Basket Petition to Senator McLean
A May Day visit to Washington is planned by Connecticut women to seek Senator George P. McLean’s support for the federal woman suffrage amendment. On May 11 a deputation of 50 or more will present petitions urging passage and seek Brandegee’s attendance for the interview.
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Connecticut
George P. McLean
Washington
Senan
McLean
Conic
Senate
r.Frank B. Brandegee
Camille at Nickel Theatre Captivates with Dramatic Wealth Motives
In Hesperia's Camille at Nickel Theatre Wednesday, Armand confronts wealth and deceit during a pivotal scene. The heroine forgives his suspect motive while Armand, in a blind rage, flings money at her. De Varille emerges from the crowd to challenge Armand, heightening the dramatic crisis.
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Hesperia
Camille
Fort
Armand
Deave
de Varille
D-Lions
Election officers named for Ladies Benevolent association unit
L. Co. B. A. Election lists officers for the year including President Miss May la First vice president Miss ferman Second vice president Katherine Krumm Recorder Lane Leiferman Assistant treasurer Margaret Leary Treasurer Kate Cronin Margaret Borden Theresa Murphy Guard Kate Cody Trustees Mary on Mary Griffin Elizabeth Mary Murray O Brien.
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Ladies’ le Benevolent Association
Sted
Mayla
Ferman
Katherine Krumm
Lane Leiferman
Margaret Leary
Kate Cronin
Margaret Borden
Theresa Murphy
Kate Cody
Maryon
Mary Griffin
Elizelly
Mary Murray
O’brien
Massachusetts Officers Haven in April 28 case
Harry N. Sullivan, arrested on an April burglary charge, was transferred to two county officials in Massachusetts where he faces a charge of having killed a girl. Bruce waived all proceedings and the party for Worcester.
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Massachusetts
Haven
Harry N. A Sullivan
Min
County
Mass
Bruce
Worcester
Man shot with air rifle in city blaze of incidents
A man identified as Ford of 96 Church Street reported to police last night that Thompson of 15 Hatch fired an air rifle from his yard, striking three or four people, including his son Robert Ford. The city has seen many such incidents due to reckless air rifles nearby.
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Ford
Church Street
Thompson
Hatch
Robert Ford
Thrift Stamp Sales by Local Letter Carriers
Local letter carriers in Connecticut are promoting thrift stamp sales to win a $100 prize for the top seller. They claim patriotic motives, though six carriers aided a stamp drive at Liberty Cottage, raising about $35. Patrons joining Taft and Holcomb clubs could boost sales by buying stamps from carriers.
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Connecticut
Taft and Holcomb
Liberty Cottage
John C. Bengston
James A. Deming
Adrian R. Dunn
Edward W. Hull
Shelbourne M. Kincaid
John Slavin
Meats Heroic Death Lieutenant John David Fell in War
Lieutenant John David died on the Picardy battlefield after engaging seven enemy soldiers hand to hand with his pistol and empty rifle. The account, relayed by Lieutenant Daniel C. Roper Jr. to the internal revenue commissioner, includes a heartfelt reply from David’s father praising his son’s glorious death and suggesting it would have been his own choice.
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Washington
Picardy
John David
David
Daniel C. Roper, Jr
Internal Revenue
J. H. David
Dilon
S. C
Roper
Mr. David
No Sugar Ruling Clarified for Purchasers
Hartford April 23 there is no United States fuel administration rule forcing buyers of white granulated sugar to also purchase soft or brown sugar. Connecticut federal food administrator Robert Scoville stated the misconception is unfounded after a conference with the state representative of the American Sugar Refining Co. who denied issuing any such instruction to salesmen.
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Hartford
Connecticut
United States Fuel Administration
Robert Scoville
American Sugar Refining Co
The Changeless Temperament in Mental Portraits
The piece argues temperament is innate and largely fixed across life. It asserts minor changes occur on the surface through aging or illness, but core traits persist, shaping personality despite training or therapy. It cites puberty, senility, Graves’ disease, myxedema, or insanity as exceptions to stability.
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Harry Campbell
McAdoo Rail Road Literature Proposal Sparks Disappointment
Louisville Post notes Director General McAdoo favors reforms to railroad literature but criticizes only the travel brochures while urging removal of sensational paper-backed novels and old magazines sold to travelers as literature.
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Louisville Post
McAdoo
Les Miserables Grand Theatre Show Next Monday
Fragmentary notice notes a grand theatre event featuring Les Miserables with a tentative date set for next Monday and involves figures such as Victor. The readable text hints at a Tuesday meeting and cast or production details.
Middletown City Briefs on Local Happenings and Ads
Light vehicle lamps on Union street amid extreme cold and damaged peach buds threaten Connecticut crop. Local ads promote Golden Cup coffee and theater shows at 7 p m and 2 show nights. Community notices include meets of lodges, veterans, and church groups, plus residents traveling or visiting.
Looky yur Gap says neighbor mocks family count
In a playful exchange a neighbor teases about a large family, noting Bearcat the last child and Rowdy the baby while accusing the parent of undercounting. Mr. responds briefly, hinting at a pragmatic view of family size.
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Gap
Bearcat
Rowdy
Obituary notices of William Mathison and F H Lehman Sr
Obituary notices state William Mathison Sr died at his Cromwell home after a short pneumonia illness. Survived by wife, son William Jr, daughter Mrs Engstrom, grandson William Wallace Mathison, siblings, and several inlaws. Funeral from his Cromwell home Thursday at 2:30, interment Indian Hill cemetery. Also obituary for F H Lehman Sr of Bridgeport died aged 84, former Wheeler & Wilson employee, survived by wife, four daughters, two sons, grandchildren, and a great grandchild. funeral in Bridgeport Thursday afternoon.
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Cromwell
Scotland
J. & E. Stevens Co
William Mathison, Jr
Frank L. Engstrom
William Wallace Mathison
Robert
Thomas
Middletown
John C. Clarke
Henry Midgley
Waterbury
Nesbit Galloway
Hartford
Mathison
Veteran Fire Department
Court Equality
H. W. Hildreth
Indian Hill Cemetery
New Haven
F. H. Lehman
F. H. Lehman, Sr
Bridgeport
Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Machine Co
Broad Street
Delta Kappa Debating Society Banquet At 7:30 Tonight
Second recess outdoor notes. The Delta Kappa Debating society invites all students to a banquet at 7 30 pm. Mr Nelson, drafted, must report in Worcester Saturday afternoon. He is popular in Middletown High, led the orchestra, oversaw the debating club, and received gifts from teachers. Marcus White of New Britain Normal spoke urging girls to consider teaching as a profession. Church notes outline weekly meetings and events across Methodist South churches including scouts, chorus rehearsals, and union services with speakers from India.
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Delta Kappa Debating Society
Nelson
Worcester
Brockton
Mass
Middletown High School
Marcus White
New Britain
North Church Notes Weekly Schedule Of Civic Groups
Tuesday 7 30 Carpe Diem club at Parish house for Red Cross work. Wednesday 8 union service in Methodist chapel. Thursday 7 15 Scouts 7 30 young people's mission rally in chapel. Friday 6 30 canvassers supper Parish house at 7 Campfire girls 8 church te tee meeting.
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Methodist Church
Sunday School Board
South Church
Karmarker
India
North Church
Philathea Circle
Jor
Red Cross
Scouts
Young People’s Mission
Baptist Church Notes Wednesday and Friday Schedule
The Baptist Church posts mid week vestry services at 7 30 led by Deacon George T Meech On Friday at 7 30 the Camp Fire girls meet in the same context providing a brief youth group update.
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Baptist Church Notes
George T. Meech
Still Alarm Responds At 66 Liberty Street
A still alarm was sent to the department from 66 Liberty Street at eight o clock this morning for the second time this month. An oil stove left unattended while the householder attended church caused thick smoke to fill the apartments. Three gowns in progress were ruined by the smoke, but no fire occurred.
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Liberty Street
Wibetebies at Rand Theatre Next Monday and Tuesday
Rand Theatre presents a program titled Les Miserables by Victor Hues patened. The notice highlights a win at number ten big reels in a short ad style teaser for the upcoming showing.
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Victor Hues
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Sti Maaten and Pills Foley Taturcing Bladde
Sti Maaten and Pills Foley face bladder health concerns in a regional update. The report notes medical attention sought and ongoing treatment discussions between patients and healthcare providers. Further details on diagnosis or prognosis are not provided.
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Henry Melien
Camp Gordon
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America
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New York Sun
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