14 Aug 1900
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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1900
Page
1
A surreal account unfolds with a fictional horse narrator in a political setting. The piece weaves humor with local party maneuvering, detailing Republican and Democratic figures, state convention hopes, and delegate selections in a quirky, satirical scene.
A six year old girl, Saroh Thosengarten, drowned after falling from a North Front Street dock in New York yesterday noon. Rescue efforts followed, but she died later that afternoon. The report notes a precarious edge and lost balance near the water.
In police court Michael Jorio was arraigned on a charge of obtaining goods valued at $50 under false pretenses from Warren JL Hall company. Bond fixed at $600, case continued. Also heard were delays for two Lithuanians Anthony Seenesky and Mike Noflainia on assault charges, and Joseph Carroll charged with drunkenness and breach of the peace, found guilty on one count and fined. Besenbauch case concerned health ordinance violation related to scarlet fever. evidence discussed before release of the defendant.
For the remainder of the week all fine wash fabrics including Zephyrs Tissues Embroidered Swisses Dotted Muslins Dimities Scotch Ginghams and Mercerized Foulards sold from 25c to 50c a yard will be marked to one half the original prices. Some of the season's choicest patterns remain, making it wise to buy for future needs at these prices.
Bridgeport Telegram reports Bishop Tierney's visit as the spark for major changes among Hartford Catholic parishes. Deaths of Father Molesty and Father Broderick influence future leadership, with possible division of Sacred Heart and St Patrick's parishes along new dividing lines. Father O'Brien named as a potential appointee to steer the reorganized parishes. The bishop's forthcoming decisions are expected within days as Hartford vacancies are filled.
Women seeking home decoration can save on upholstery items from the Upholstery Department. Discounts include ruffled muslin curtains 59 cents a pair, ruffled fish net curtains 98 cents a pair, tapestry portieres 2.89, chenille portieres 3.69, silk lines 1.60 a yard, drapery silks 39 cents a yard, striped muslins 3 cents a yard, linen warp mattings and cu ca mattings at reduced prices. Limited supply. early call recommended.
The Greater New York Grocery Co advertises pure reasined rice for Tacatub. Five pounds of rice sell for 250 Men’s shirts at BR G Kildar Co. Reid & Hughes offer wash goods at half price featuring Scotch ginghams and foulards as season’s choicest patterns.
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