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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1905
Page
1
New Orleans on August 5 reports further yellow fever cases bringing the total to 482 with 9 percent deaths. President Roosevelt approves marine hospital intervention at the governor's request, sparking mixed views on Louisiana surrendering sovereignty to manage the outbreak.
New York reports two sailors from the steamer El Paso, en route from New Orleans, were removed from the ship today at quarantine due to elevated temperatures. They were taken to Hoffmann's island for observation.
In Ruston Louisiana on August Bob Burton a Black man who entered Mrs Wells residence months earlier and attempted a criminal act on a woman in the household died in the parish jail yesterday Burton had confessed on the scat id and is reported in connection with the incident local authorities say
Two boys ages 12 and 14 in knickerbockers attempted a home burglary on West Street. They pried a trap door, climbed in via a 30 pound stone weighted rope ladder, and emerged with a bag of jewelry cigars and films plus a pearl necklace valued at 1000. A passerby tipped off police who, with detectives, captured them at the front door.
Cleveland Aug 5 Referee Remington questioned Nathan Loeser receivership fees and lawyers bills for Mrs Chadwick case. Loeser claimed 2500 for receiver services while counsel Dawley Keruish and Thompson billed 2013 jointly. Referee called many charges unallowable and asked for details on others including a trunk removal aid and Cleveland Elyria and Pittsburg property holdings worth 500000.
Newport will issue premium list for the Newport Que show to be held at the Casino next month entries close August 7. About 20 classes offer cash prizes for first and second places. More than 125 specials available with total prize value estimated at 3000 dollars.
The American Catholic pilgrimage that began July 20 in Rome moved toward Florence on August 5. After a brief stop in Florence they will proceed to Beirut for a tour before returning home.
Hartford August 5 The supreme court ordered a new trial in the divorce action of Marion D Gould against Roy B Gould alleging fraud in marriage. The decision notes a 1895 law barring intermarriage of epileptics and feeble minded persons but holds the marriage valid and reviewable for fraud. The court suggests unsettled questions about fraudulent contract and remarriage penalties. The opinion was written by Justice Baldwin with a parallel by Judge Hammersley.
Chicago reports Hoch received a weekly Indiana newspaper recounting his last Friday hanging with pictures and a confession, provoking Hoch to vow survival of those who published the tale. Also: police raid on a Warsaw coffee house nets seventy Social Democrats, with strikers threatening to target Iron works and a flour mill manager drowned in a sewer. New York inmate Dennis Martin dies in custody after intoxication and a scalp wound.
Wilkesbarre August S A remark by President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers at Oliphant last night causes comment. He said he may not long be with you in this great movement. He cited the night and day work as too much and the nervous and physical strain as more than mortal man can bear.
New York August 5 Harold Fowler ten year old son of farmer Hein near Sewaren New Jersey began talking on a telephone when a piece of the mouthpiece broke off and entered his mouth He swallowed it for two hours with no effects Then he suffered convulsions and died before a doctor could be called.
The First Regiment C. S. G. broke camp this afternoon in Niantic after a very satisfactory week of drills and training with units returning to base in good order and spirits high.
Report of a strange incident in Toronto where a crowd weighed by stones and improvised weights caused disturbance. unclear details describe McKelvey, Neher mixers, and clothing near Toronto.
The Kelly gang began a temporary reign of terror in Mulberry Street near police HQ with store breakage and a brutal beating. Officers pursued the elusive Kelleyites as a coffee house was wrecked and waiter threats followed, while Christo Coloranes was saved after severe injuries. One gang member was arrested.
Amos A Wilcox long time boot and shoe dealer and former town official died suddenly after dinner in Westbrook Connecticut aged 63. He served as judge of probate town treasurer and treasurer of the town deposit and school funds. He leaves a widow and son William A Wilcox. Funeral planned for tomorrow afternoon at his home.
Four police officers heavy with gunfire after two thieves who stole goods worth 2500 from a baggage car on West Sixteenth Street. The robbers fled after a running gun battle. Three bystanders were wounded, including Mrs Cohen whose ear was shot off, and Lt Larkin wounded in the wrist. The thieves fled to a wagon then to Israel Jacobson’s shop, where they tried to sell the loot. Detective Foss, O’Hara, and Sullivan fired as command halted briefly. The robbers escaped on foot and into a buggy after a crowd gathered.
The United States cruiser Columbia departed New Haven with the Connecticut Naval battalion aboard for Gardiner's Bay for several days of drills and target practice plus a short sea cruise. The eight day service will have officers and men under regular navy regulations. Commander Frank S. Cornwell leads the battalion with Captain Bowyer commanding the ship. Three city divisions from New Haven Hartford and Bridgeport assembled at Canal dock to sail on the steamer John H. Stalin to the cruiser.
In a pattern of recent crime, a burglary two blocks from Mrs Bertha Cohen’s home was followed by a second break in at 1354 Fifth Avenue targeting Mrs Israel Cohen. Police press Captain Brennan to track the thief as neighbors recalled the distressing scene and the arson attempt during the raid.
Grace Butts awaiting parole and George Elmer Custer in prison for highway robbery allegedly carried out an escape plan after sharing intimate kisses across the corridor. She provided a tool to breach the ceiling and floor, enabling Custer and seven other inmates to flee from the county jail in Sioux City Indiana.
Dr Virgil H. Munson of New Haven and Miss Anna Thorndike of Naugatuck were found guilty in police court after a hearing. Munson received 30 days in county jail and Thorndike a $7 fine plus costs and 30 days probation. Sawyer arranged to escort Thorndike home pending probation approval.
Detroit police received a telegram from Cleveland at noon reporting the arrest of Harry Parker and Harry Johnson there on August 5. Cleveland officers recovered most of the jewelry stolen from pawn broker Joseph Moyer's shop during the July 28 homicide in Detroit. Investigators have a description of two men seen fleeing Moyers shop shortly after the crime.
In Haxelton Pennsylvania on August 5 Antonio Jetapsy was arrested on charges of attempting to kill his bride of two weeks after he forced her to drink four quarts of soup in one sitting. Mrs Jetapsy said jealousy spurred the act and that she collapsed after finishing the entire serving. Bail set at $500.
Navy officials probe a silk battle flag lent to the Brooklyn for Joan Paul Jones’s casket in France after a small cut was found while the body was ashore at Annapolis. Six guards denied knowledge. court of inquiry to continue as the flag remains aboard.
The grain crop of Roumanta is imperiled as two months pass without rain. Persistent drought hampers growth and poses a serious yield risk for farmers and local markets.
In Ansonia on August 5 Miss Mamie Martin attempted to glimpse the new moon over her left shoulder to secure health wealth and a happy marriage. The plan backfired as she broke the cords in her neck and now suffers severe injuries, doubting the superstition and insisting on facing the moon straight ahead.
A fragment notes a meeting in New York with reference to a group or committee of five. Details are incomplete but imply a formal gathering or collective action. Further specifics, dates, or participants are not provided in the readable text.
The Commercial Cable Company started laying a new line today sailing from London toward Waterville Ireland with 240 miles of cable planned to connect to Canada and then extend to Newfoundland in the route toward Sewfordhae, reflecting expansion of transatlantic telegraph service.
A steamer from Port Arthur was detained at quarantine in New York today and one crew member was removed to Hollman Island for observation. The incident underscores health precautions at harbor facilities.
Twenty nine members of the United Presbyterian church at Mercer filed charges with the Mercer Presbytery alleging ballot stuffing at a recent congregational meeting to extend a call to the term. The report notes two years of internal strife and a disputed vote.
A brief forecast for Cusserthat indicates possible showers and cloudiness with a chance of light rain. The outlook notes variable coverage, with showers likely developing in the south as a focus of activity.
New York August 5 Lorette A Phiffer a 20 year old girl was found dying on the front steps of the late Chief of Police Sullivan residence in North Bergen Police seek two men who posed as officers and abducted her hostage from a companion after a picnic at Little Coney Island The men demanded five dollars and disappeared with the girl before the companion could return She died from heart failure despite medical aid and her father in New York identified the corpse.
George O Stewart 24 of Bath Maine is in Waterbury police custody on suspicion of attacking Beda Anderson, a Sweden born 20 year old who was assaulted in Southbury Tuesday July 25. Stewart faces alibi claims and investigators expect to link him to the crime.
Berlin officials report City Clerk and Treasurer William A Boothby was found to be between seven thousand and eight thousand dollars short in his accounts. He attempted suicide by drinking laudanum yesterday but was discovered and revived. Police said he faced potential legal action over the discrepancy.
New York reports the steamship Lucania arriving from Liverpool with passengers designer William Fife creator of Lipton cup challengers and Captain H M Durand son of the British ambassador to Washington aboard.
The Fourth division A O HL plans an 8 pm meeting at Hibernian hall. A requiem for Frank Leary is set for Monday at 8 am at Tumaculate Conception church. Margaret Lawler travels with aunt Elizabeth Troy and cousins from Patterson NJ for two months. James Moran funeral with Father Broderick service at Mulville's and interment. Elizabeth Lawler's family hosts a two week Patterson NJ visit. Peter Bucer of 354 South Male street noted. funeral tomorrow at St Ann's with Calvary cemetery interment. A one year old John P son of Patrick and family mentioned. Military companies depart for Camp Roberts Niaptic Monday at 5:39 am with full unit strength.
The arrest of Claude Miller for alleged involvement in barn theft prompts broad sympathy as he was occupied extinguishing flames. A nearby incident shows how quick judgments can misfire. A neighbor recounts once being accused of theft but later forgiven, underscoring how mistakes become public. Miller emerges with strengthened community ties.
The 150 men of the second battalion New Jersey Naval Reserves aboard the armored cruiser Brooklyn will cruise off the New England coast for nine days of sea service. They will study drift, gun drill, boat handling, and small arm instruction manuals issued by the Navy department.
A bustling Bank Street showroom features dining chairs, tables, sideboards, buffets, and Glenwood ranges praised for durability and style. Shoppers cite low prices from four to twenty five dollars and claim reliable quality, with sales staff ready to demonstrate cabinet gems and parlor salts.
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