Four tar and feathering victims in Christopher
In Christopher Michigan on March 24 a mob of over 300 tortured four men for disloyal remarks about the government and President Wilson. Theodore Kunger, a grocer, was tarred and feathered and forced to kiss the American flag. Rev John Kovalsky, pastor of the Polish Catholic church, underwent the same punishment after being dragged from jail. Attorney W R Jones was escorted back to Christopher and forced to kiss the flag before being told to leave town.
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Christopher
India
Wilson
Theodore Kunger
Henry Tenbrook
Herman Wheeler
John Kovalsky
Father Kovalsky
Wc Square
W. R. Jones
Bentol, Sr
Hunger
Benton
Urbain
Jones
Railways Create War Gheast Under McAdoo Directive
Washington reports a sweeping order by Railways director general McAdoo to place all cash demand loans deposits and drafts on company books at December 31 1917 under federal control for unification and mobilization of lines. Transfers between companies may be booked. full accounting will protect rights. Funds may be used for interest maturing to July 1 1918 dividends within three years to June 30 1917 railway material and operating expenses and taxes.
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Washington
Railways
McAuud
Perjury Conspiracy Rots Chicago Trial Circle
In Chicago on March 23 five people were taken into custody by State's Attorney Hoyne's men on a perjury conspiracy charge related to a State Senator's trial. The O'Connor girl Margaret and the McKibbon sisters, Florence and Sophie, plus Morris Green, the senator's secretary, were detained. three witnesses confessed to perjury. Hoyne said money was paid to prevent Powell from being identified.
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Chicago
Hoyne
John M. Powell
Margaret O'Connor
Oconnor
Florence
Sophie McKibbon
Q’connor
McKibbon
Morris Green
Powell
Ansonia magnate plans Torrington nurses home and nursery
Charles F. Brooker, longtime Torrington resident and president of the American Brass Company, announces plans to establish a nurses' home and a day nursery in Torrington in memory of his mother. A large site on Litchfield Street at the corner of Wilson Avenue and the railroad tracks will be purchased. the building near the railroad will be remodeled to host the day nursery.
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Torrington
Charles F. Brooker
Ansonia
The
American Brass Company
Litchfield Street
Wilson Avenue
Dodgers Eye Lajoie Trade And Wheat Standoff
New York reports G. H. Ebbs of the Brooklyn Dodgers proposes to acquire Larry Lajoie from Toronto after Zach Wheat refused to report to Manager Robinson at Hot Springs. Whether Lajoie will join remains uncertain. Lajoie, a famed Frenchman, hopes to prove himself a free agent and may prefer a managerial offer from Indianapolis.
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New York
G. H. Ebbets
Brooklyn Dodgers
Larry Lajoie
Toronto
Zach Wheat
Robinson
Hot Springs
Lajoie
Dodgers
Indianapolis
Mrs Stokes Arrested in Willow Springs Case
Federal agent in Kansas City arrests Rose Pastor Stokes a New York socialist and millionaire at Willow Springs Missouri on espionage act charges. She had been arrested in Springfield Thursday night for speaking without a permit but was released to travel to Willow Springs.
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Pastor Stokes
Kansas City
Federal
Rose Pastor Stokes
New York
Willow Springs
Loyalists seek Lenroot withdrawal amid Wisconsin political clash
Milwaukee March 23 Wisconsin loyalty league plans talks with Republican and Democratic state committees to urge the withdrawal of Irvine Lenroot or Joseph Davies to defeat Victor Berger. Davies backers cite administration support. loyalists vow a final push against anti war candidates in April. War rhetoric runs high as figures warn of sedition and even force to defend loyalty.
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Milwaukee, Wiss
Irvine L. Lenroot
United States
Joseph el Davies
Victor Berger
Wisconsin Loyalty League
Davies
Wisconsin
Berger
LaFollette
Milwaukee
P. Sh. Martin
Green Bay
Wis
Joe Martin
Democratic National Committee
Hoan
Wheeler F. Bloodgood
Milwaukee County Council of Defense
J. Hamilton Lewis
Illinois
Pales Loyalty Legion Conference
Russian Shipping Purchased Rumor in Tokyo Dispatch
Secretary Daniels declined to confirm a London Daily Mail dispatch quoting Kokumin Shimbun that Admiral Knight of the Asiatic fleet bought all shipping on the Russian Pacific coast. Daniels said Knight had no word of such action and would need Department guidance. The report claimed 650000 tons were involved.
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Washington
Daniels
London Daily Mail Dispatch
Tokio
Kokumin Shimbun
Austin M Knight
Russian Pacific
Knight
Department
Doctor Tanner Dzad Danielson 66 Dies in Brooklyn Practice
Dr A H Tanner aged 66 years died suddenly today in the adjoining town of Brooklyn after forty one years in medical practice. A University of Vermont graduate, he finished at Bellevue hospital and had served as medical examiner for Brooklyn. Survived by Mrs Tanner and son Dr Warren A Tanner of Stamford.
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Tanner Dzad. Danielson
A. H. Tanner
Brooklyn
University of Vermont
Bellevue Hospital
Brewers Union Votes to Cut Output for War Effort
Brewers met at Long's Hotel to discuss a fuel administration request for a 30 percent production cut. In April May and June they unanimously agreed to honor the directive in support of the United States Brewers' Association and the war effort.
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Hartford
Long’s
National
War Committee
United States Brewers’ Association
Resurrecting the Colombian Treaty in Senate Fight
Washington action aims to revive the long disputed Colombian treaty intended to restore amity between the United States and Colombia over the Panama Canal Zone. Debate centers on ratification, money payment terms, and politics, with Borah and Lodge maintaining opposition and Republicans criticizing the Roosevelt apology clause.
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Washington
Senate
United States
Colombia
Panama Canal Zone
Panama Canal
Congress
Wilson
Borah
Idaho
Lodge
Massachusetts
Theodore Roosevelt
Canal Zone
Brothers Meet in France After Nine Years Apart
In Aix les Bains France on March 3 two brothers separated nine years ago in America and now troopers in the American army unexpectedly meet in the Boulev ard Pierpont Morgan. Sergeant W S Abbott of Syracuse New York recognizes his brother J F Abbott of Oklahoma City Oklahoma. They plan a week together before returning to their units and Private Abbott hopes to join his brother's company.
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Aix Les Bains
France
America
Pierpont Morgan
Aix
Toul Front
Chemin Des Dames
W. S. Abbott
Syracuse
N. Y
J. F. Abbott
Oklahoma City
Okla
Abbott
Boschee's German Syrup marketed for cough relief
A Woodward Drug Co advert promotes Boschee's German Syrup as a long standing remedy for coughs bronchitis and lung troubles. It claims fifty two years of use across the United States and promises restful nights easier morning excretion and natural recovery.
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Boschee
United States
Nature
Woodward Drug Co
Hidden skin ailment cured by Cuticura in three weeks
Miss Eva Dusseault of Providence describes a three week breakout of pimples that covered her face and body. She reports relief after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment and notes she bought a cake of soap and a box of ointment. She urges stopping doubtful soaps and offers free samples by mail from Cuticura.
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Eva Dusseault
Avery St
Providence
R. I
Dep
H. Boston
Happenings in This Vicinity 25 Years Ago
Local items recount river mud hindering ferry access and a new county building debate. J J White vs Middlesex Assurance settled on company terms. News notes include boxing debut at St Marys hall and Abbott G Butler photo in Weekly Record.
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J. J. White
Middlesex Assurance Company
John M. Douglas, Jr
Edward P. Haling
Middletown
St. Mary’s Hall
Abbott G. Butler
Comfortable Glasses Avoid Slipping And Painful Fit
The notice promotes an Optical Department offering practical mounting styles and frames. It emphasizes common issues with glasses slipping, not sitting straight, or causing sore noses and ears, and promises expert sight correction aided by broad mechanical experience to overcome these discomforts.
Cash and Carry Sale Items Offered at Bargain Prices
An advertisement lists heavy Turkish towels 8 for $1.00, Satin Finish Damask 59c a yard, unstitched table cloths 59c, damask napkins 1.00 to 1.39 a dozen, long cloth 2.17 for 12 yards, satin bed spreads 2.25, cotton bats 37 1/4c, and tan silk lisle gloves 39c per pair. The copy notes Irish-made damask and a cheerful tone inviting shoppers to pay for items not on the books.
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Ireland
Odd Lot of Yarn Colors Offered at Low Saturday Sale
A local retailer announces an odd lot clearance of various colored yarns including aviation khaki colored skeins priced at 90c per skein. The sale runs Saturday with emphasis on bulk and bargain pricing for knitters and crafters.
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M’adoc
Lenroot
Humphreys
U. S
Cascara
Wleiy
Red Top
Mr. Hill
Samuel Hopkins Adams
Post
Francis A. Beach
Middletown National Bank
Creamery
Main ST
Mhe Dyeing & Cleaning Company
Main Street
Union Service
Rev
F. W. Greene
Palm Sunday
Murray Closson
Broad Street
J. Francis Calet
John N. Camp
George M. Southmayd
Benjamin Fountain
Coles & Weeks
Samuel Hartman
Union Station
P. F. Jernegan
South Church
R. J . Atwell
Joel Simpson
Missouri
Village Grocery
F. J. Bielefield & CO
Germantown
Floss and
Saxony
Brewer Co
Wain and
Court Streete
Strengthen
Chariel Steizie
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