Theater Fire on Broadway Ends Show Early
A dramatic blaze at the theater on Broadway near Sixth Avenue interrupted a performance of The Three Wine and caused extensive damage estimated between $40,000 and $60,000. The fire started from an electrical source near the front, engulfed the upper gallery, and brought down a portion of the roof before a quick evacuation by police and staff. No serious injuries reported among the audience or performers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smh
Streak
Broadway
Ihely
Mure
HarAne
Fawe
Mom
Mile
Jaron Lantikhy
Eneer
Ihn
Prandwas
Mmn Nine
Ion Police
Thapadot
Hanmi
Lyon
Theater
Hve
Ler Shuhart
Jew Pirie
John Collins Pardoned After Ten Year Murder Sentence
John Collins, a college student, is released after ten years in prison for a murder conviction based on circumstantial evidence. The pardon, issued on Christmas Day, follows appeals and public doubt about the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hopeks
Kim Dee
Fife
Winte
Collings
Obituary Notice for Michael Iy'inn Boy
A fragmented obituary notes the death of Michael Iy inn the trolley car era. It states a boy named Michael Iy inn perished after an overdose of morn and that plans for the funeral and medical care will proceed under local authorities. The piece reflects on a tragic event tied to a historic public transport setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lily Bed
Mlineoven
Hank Mike Weriit
Michael Iy
Milford murder case shocks Bridgeport hospital scene
Det YI Alfred We Hagen, residing near Rourdis earner, was shot with a calibre revolver in a Bridgeport hospital. The incident, described as a domestic dispute, left Hagen wounded but alive as doctors prepared X rays and considered further action against a suspect, while police pursued leads and examined a motive tied to a family altercation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
Alfred We Hagen
Bridgeport
Fred
Willa Tari
Hagen
Hayek
Meg Clark
Castro Assassination Plot Foiled by Gomez
Fragmented report recounts a failed attempt to topple a Venezuelan regime leader. It names Gomez as foil and mentions political turmoil, international reactions, and a looming treaty with Halland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castro
Gomez
Castro in Ignorance at Berlin Public Reacts to Events
Dec 22 reports indicate visitors at a capital ceremony noting confusion over a private event. Attendants describe tense exchanges as officials sort comments from prominent figures about a plan and public perception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Aster
Celireenees
Ble
Vinders Koln
Final Pope Dividend Amid Newark Test The Vine Meter Dispute
A terse Newark notice reports a small number of unsatisfied claims and a pending payout related to a pope dividend case. The document notes an official determination but provides few specifics beyond the minimal adjudication and the balance due.
Taxicabs Arrive for Crater Dart Night in North Haven
Report describes an enterprising move introducing motor cabs to the Crater Dart Night in North Haven. George Nesbit, with 20 Colorga, leads the venture, backed by Mr Swalett and Mr Newhtt, testing a machine that runs multiple trips along the perimeter with a fleet planned to cover a quarter mile every ten minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Lox Haven
George
Coorga
Swalett
Seay
Italian con men rob man of 78 dollars in city street
A 48 year old man was approached by two strangers on a city street who pretended to help him and induced him to withdraw 78 dollars from a bank. They claimed to be holding valuable goods and asked for security, then left with the money after a brief encounter. The victim, Aure, reported the loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liathe
Kargent
Avael
Win Teeo
Aurel
Night Rider Trial Witnesses Fear for Their Lives
Witnesses in the night rider trial testify while fearing for safety. The proceedings reveal tense testimony as guards stand watch and several witnesses recount vivid experiences, including threats and intimidation during the event.
Jessop to Act as Fox Counsel in New York Hearing
The report details legal maneuvers surrounding Fox and clerks in a New York election case. Key figures include Jessop as counsel, Laidlaw, and Russell Sage matter, with references to judges, New York attorneys, and discussions on court actions and potential legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessop
FOX
Art Fox
Mastin
Cariael
Lilley
Lillee
Pingtion Court
Pennsylvania Act Legal Tspierti at The Court
A fragmented report discusses a Pennsylvania act and court questions about legality and constitionality. It mentions Barrette County and a county clerk, with reference to Van Swome Liegen and a man exiled for revenue, and notes debates on constitutional issues in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hague
Bern
Netherlanda
Lave
Patel
John
Phatenain
Barette County
Toting van Swome
Fire prompts two alarm blaze at 1099 Chapel Street
A stove stove fire on Chapel Street prompt two alarms yesterday afternoon. Firefighters from Company 2 extinguished the blaze with minimal damage. Ownership listed as George D. Miller and Artie Mearhead. Damage estimated around $100.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athis
Marvin
Chapel Street
Uitie
Bakery Driver Arrested After Distressed Night Patrol
A bakery driver was arrested by patrolmen Murphy and Aeenan after an unclear incident described in garbled text. The report mentions a baker named Gillie and a mistaken sequence of events including warnings and delayed actions. The piece references a probable crime scene in New York with scattered names and dates, but the exact charges and outcome are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernie Wguiner
Hake
ePatrolmen Murphy
Aeenan
Gillie
Wien
Flor
Oranda
Big Tobacco Loss Burns Nevada Store in 1907 Fire Disaster
A Nevada tobacco loss fire destroyed stock and a building connected to R.A. Bancroft, holding 24 cases of 1907 dance and 1908 wrap. McNeare brothers worked nearby as flames and smoke swept through the area. Estimated total loss about $18,000. cause remains unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amuth Windaor
Nev
Nm Trhaven
R.A. Bancroft
Aed Bt McNeare Brothers
Obituary of Tobie Dickle III Patriot and Guard Leader
National Guard member and Republican delegate Tobie Dickle III, long a trusted figure across the state, died after a lengthy illness. Known for his service to veterans and public delegations, he guided crowds and hosted visitors, earning a reputation as a dependable, friendly steward for many years. His death draws mourning from friends, civic groups, and state officials who recall his dedication and leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naraivate
Tobias Dickie
Lin
Nevinshin
Mwokle
Fensowe
Hundenda
Homer
Gompers Fate To Day In Contempt Case
Washington December 2 The Supreme Court of the District of Columbia will deliver a decision in the contempt proceedings brought by the Ack Brove and Hawke Co against Samuel Gompers Frank Morrison and John Mitchell of the American Federation of Labor The court will announce if Gompers is found guilty then he may be jailed If found, an appeal to the United States Supreme Court is likely awaiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Suation Wright
Supreme Court of
District of Columbia
Auck
Brove and Hawke Co
Samuel Gompers
Frank Morrison
John Mitchell
American Federation of Labor
Gompere
Supreme Court
Weather Record for Eastern New York and Connecticut
Weather report fragment notes northeast winds shifting to northwest with dimming conditions. Local forecasts include New Haven area and Bridgeport vicinity with temperatures and wind directions, dated December 23, showing rain and fair later with gusty breezes and variable wind speeds for the New Haven road region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wadnentny
New York
Galen
Met
Nridgeport
Ree
New Haven
Conwy
Dale
Aine
Argill
Claudia Hefew
Maxtvin
Aleldanl
Daly Mina
Civil Service Reformers Meet Report Reforms
The Connecticut Civil Service Reform association held its annual meeting in the chamber of commerce hall. Officers elected include Farnam as president Waeltah treasurer and Morris secretary with a broad executive committee of city and state figures. The execution committee reported on state reform aims and cautioned against granting exceptions to candidates, noting Roosevelt's rule on uniform standards and urging fairness and impartiality in civil service appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Buriiens
Fleory Wo Farnam
Benjamin R. Waeltah
Charles G. Morrin
John Py Riton
Waterbury
William G. Sumner
William F. Henney
Hartford
John H. Perry
Fairfeld
Farnam
English
Morris
Excomblo
William A. Aken
Norwich
James Kingsley Rink
New Haven
Augustus Pullard
Bridgeport
Charlen Hopking Clark
Willam H. Corbin
Martford
Harry GO. Day
Oreo A. Dingee
Arthur M. Marah
Arthie Re. Kim Hall
Frederick Dt. Kingabore
Norrin G. Omeborn
William
Pardes
Roilty & Woodruff
Honea D
Taft
Watertown
Henry A. Tervill
Neewleh
George
Pattney
New 1
Charles G. Moeris
Theaa
Connecticut
Thia
Roosevelt
Also Mentioned on This Page
Three Twins
Artors
Hernia Square
John Collins
Deville
Thor Collin Phan
Wellies
Farhan
Nur Hy
Heri
Lotte
Emecilon If
Pune Collins Hp Rus Oim
Thomas Boy
Mwirtiee
Eliot
Phelps Stokes
Heaven
Marth
Koptan
Yue
Vie
American Molise Loshigill
Jame G. Phelps
Biker
Wentworth Pol Milion
Omar
Stokes
Thilel
Grace Hospital
Pater
Lee Hoek
Peller
Waneidered
Alfred W. Hayes
Seufle
tneTann
Aid
Hk Dunes
RCO
Chieapes
Holt
Venezuela
Esprinn
Han Tome
Venemala
Alire
Reedin
Tian Vincenti
Guimer
Fianna
Merle Ant Coupeernis
Metins
Nimmia Alane
Hyerinelon
Henry
Gomes
Haron von Seckendtort
Hallion
Willemaiad
Halland
Venezia
Artie
Ceomee Aml
Gomer
Internat
Newark
GENER
Mueder
Henny Etwiy
Nowa
Alee Renee Mwe
Grima Lit Teiineog
Tawi Succes
Cyny
Uecus Meothay
Buccinatul Rummse
INI
Clu
Court Sports
Journal Courier Board
BLM
Blanford
Watarhaes
Bal
Halirys Poly
Vnieryellla Ifenenn
George G. Nesbit
Fenlon
Henn
Dee
Dacksan
Tom Tinany
Marie
Wernher
Fahd
Dory Jackson
Fiat
Matthew C. Fleming
Jessow
Laidlaw
Russel Sage
Uae
Chee
George J. Rox
Matthew
Whdae
United States
New Tork
Wix
Henry Wodomsap
New York City
Janeno Te
Pudee
Raga
Iain Wie
Fielding
Tommagy
Maidnnil
Trwaph HL
Neibe
Princatin
Mason McCleltin
Atty
Thie
Unin
Mb Lilley
LiNervien Rome
Conners Hee
Ponylvania
Jtatoy
Henry L. Stimson
Tobie” Dickle III
National Guard
Reepublican
Hie
Gompers
Holler Litt
TraMie
Waathon
Bureau Atavionn
Turday
Aminat Hines
Candy Albany
Chendy Rontin
Hininareke
Snow
Buffalo
Ineinna
Denver
Henry W. Farnam
Eire
Police
Wah
Elty Wan
Pardee
Inedyll
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!