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Newspaper

Waterbury Evening Democrat

Location

Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1908

Page

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McLean hints at Senate bid if Lilley wins governor

Hartford August 22 Former Governor McLean sparked state wide interest at the Simsbury caucus by saying he would seek the U S Senate if Lilley becomes governor but would not accept the seat if Lake wins. An aide said McLean had long been considered a potential candidate though no public sign had been given.

Hartford McLean Simsbury United States Lilley Lake Brandegee

Burrows Ill Help Contingent on Tariff Work

Senator Burrows arrives in Washington to organize tariff bill preparations for Congress sixty first. He will aid Republican campaigns in Vermont and Maine by giving speeches ahead of the September 7 Vermont election, aiming to boost majorities for the November result while continuing tariff work.

Washington Burrows Hitchcock Vermont Maine

Gave A Chew Leads To Captured Prisoner

Det Sgt Maxwell in Jersey City stopped by a stranger asking for a chew of tobacco. The man claimed to be Jim Cooley, a harness thief. Maxwell identified him, pursued, and captured him. Cooley confessed to 10 petty robberies and was held for the grand jury. Also noted advisory board appointments by Hitchcock and other brief dispatches from Chicago, Los Angeles, Dresden and Pekin with dates Aug 22 23.

New York Maxwell Jersey City Mercer Street Jim Cooley Cooley Hitchcock Republican National Committee Today Richard A. Ballinger Washington Cornelius N. Biles Harlow Clayton Arkansas Murray Crane Massachusett Sam Nelson Cromwell John Hays Hammond Massachusetts Franklin Murphy New Jersey Charles P. Taft Ohio Arthur J. Voorhys Elmer Chicago Los Chairmanship Railroad Co Los Angeles San Pedro

Shadowed Men Robbers Nabbed After Citywide Trail

New York detectives followed three men from New York to Providence Boston and Philadelphia then back to New York. They were arrested as they attempted to blow a Newark safe. Authorities say the group was linked to recent New York safe robberies. A Brooklyn counterfeit operation was found run by Lizzie Jacobson. Williams Vaughan and Tiffany tied to Brooklyn and Hoboken residences.

New York New York City Providence R. 1 Boston Philadelphia Newark N. J McCafferty Brooklyn Hoboken Lizzie Jacobson George Williams Richard Vaughan Martin Tiffany Hoboken House

Zeppelin plans Institute for air navigation research

Friedrichshafen August 27 Count Zeppelin announces plans to found an Institute for the investigation and solution of air navigation problems in the interest of German industry defense and science. He says public contributions exceed the cost of the destroyed airship, will aid restoring his fortune, and the surplus will fund the endowment. The Bank of Stuttgart holds about 500000 in credit to Zeppelin with likely 250000 more to come. Berlin city council has named a public square after Zeppelin.

Friedrichshafen Count Zeppelin Bank of Stuttgart 2Pelin Berlin Zeppelin

Held for murder in New Haven court

Raeffele Confaro and Guisseppe Campagnole were arraigned on the murder of George Sheehan. Both defendants were formally charged with first degree murder and bound over to the next term of the superior court.

New Haven

Harvard Adds Monuments to Its Campus Collection

During the current summer Harvard University added two monuments. A bronze Discobolus replica, donated by Ernest W. Longfellow class of 1865, stands before Hemenway Gym. A fragment of an archway from Stourne Cathedral in Southwark, England, linked to John Harvard’s baptism, is set in Appleton Chapel’s east archway.

Camurage Meee Harvard University Vatican Ernest W. Longfellow Hemenway Gymnasium Stuarr Cathedral Southwark England John Harvard Appleton Chapel

Tangier Says Abd-el-Azis Captured in Moroccan Clash

Report from Tangier Aug 72 says Abd-el-Azis the young sultan of Morocco has been captured by Mulal Hafid followers in a struggle for supremacy. Aziz troops reportedly to be taken prisoner and the captive may have fled to the French zone.

Tangier Abd-el-Azis Nized Sultan Morocco Mulal Hafid Aziz Basi Eniran Bisler

Turk Sails for Home Montres and Diplomats

Under the name M. H. Persh the former Turkish minister at Washington sailed for Liverpool from Ottawa today. He was accompanied by Mehimedahi and others.

Turk Montres M. H. Persh Mehimedahi Washington Liverpool Ottawa

Brokers' Market Excitement Hits Record Sale

New York brokers report peak trading excitement as stacks reach 1 091 900 in today’s market. Strong demand pushes prices higher and signals a banner period for securities.

New York

Sydney fleet entertains amid rain and honors

In Sydney heavy rain did not halt fleet activities including a regatta football and baseball matches at Rosehill and theatre showings. Nebraska sailors beat Sydney University 3 to 0 while the fleet team triumphed 6 to 5 over New South Wales, with NSW losing 6 to 3 to a fleet rugby side. 300 officers joined luncheon on the Rhode Island. Admiral Sperry hosted a reception aboard Connecticut with Governor General Lord Northcote and Sir Harry Rawson among guests. Night fireworks and lighted harbors filled the harbor as ships and private craft glowed.

Sydney Alig Rosehill Nebraska Sydney University New South Wales Admiral Sperry Dewey Joseph W. Oman Leutenant Rhode Island Connecticut Lady Northcote Harry Rawson Preventie Richard Poore Lord Northcote Powerful

Seeks an American Bride Views Aug 22 Crown Expert Divers Killed

Report from Pottsville Aug 22 describes an explosion caused by a lightning belt linked to dynamite. Two drivers and an unnamed crew member were killed in the incident. Further details are incomplete in the surviving text.

Views Potteville

Roosevelt approves punishment of eight West Point cadets

Washington August 22 Secretary of War Wright announced that his recommendation to punish eight West Point cadets suspended from the academy for aging has been approved by President Roosevelt. The order will dismiss the two first class men under suspension and suspend the other six without pay and allowances for one year.

Washington Wright Tony West Point Military Academy Roosevelt

Actor Guy Standing Missing in England

New York reports actor Guy Standing, star of The Right of Way, may be wandering in England with his identity lost due to aphasia. Klaw & Erlanger seek to trace him as inquiries yield little, fearing harm. Standing’s wife Blanche Burton and their two children are unlocated.

New York Guy Standing England Klaw & Erlanger Franklin Roberts Man Russell Wild Fire’ Company Roberts Pall Mall Exchange Standing Blanche Burton

Ten Million for Mexico Rediscount Bank

Mexico City August 22 capital for the rediscount bank to rise to 26 million. French clergy to contribute fifty million francs before October 10 and 5 million by chartered Mexican banks. French government tensions noted as motive for moving funds to Mexico. In Seattle a se al poachers case. Valdez to hear hearings September 19 with government representation. Ban Frantic? Chinese boycott seen by Hong Kong Maru with minimal Chinese passengers. Moscow Tolstoi library plans spark government pressure and public response. Porter murder case details emerge from Des Moines connection.

Mexico City Financias Mexico France Seattle Wash Silas H. Reid Third Judicial Division Alaska Valdez Ones Megal Pribylofta

State convention opens to nominate electors in Oakings

Report from the south reporte that W. R. Hearet was delayed, causing a postponement at the independence party convention. Officials expect the event to proceed today to nominate congressmen and presidential electors.

Oakings the Independence Parte W. R. Hearet

Bryan Arrives in Chicago for Democratic Campaign Planning

W J Bryan landed in Chicago to meet Democratic leaders and campaign managers. National Chairman Mack and financiers welcomed him as he headed to conferences at the Auditorium to map strategy for the fall campaign and discuss fundraising and speaking plans before heading to Indianapolis for the official notification. Governors Johnson and Patterson and John B Lamb attended the meetings, with a national committee session slated for September 8 to finalize campaign plans.

Chicago W. J. Bryan National Mack M. C. Wetmore Bryan Advisory Council Indianapolis John W. Kern East Culberson Texas John A. Johnson Minesota Malcolm Patterson Tennessee John B. Lamb Indiana Chittgy Augus Democratic Party Democratic

Waterbury at Springfield in rain delayed double header

Waterbury and Springfield played a scheduled double header in the lat ter city this afternoon. The game was moved due to rain and waterbury McLean and Springfield Connor were noted. At the end of six innings the score stood Springfield 1 Waterbury 0.

Waterbury Springfield McLean Connor Springfeld

Labor Leaders Form Injunction Reform League

In Chicago on August 22 labor leaders and union members formed the Injunction Reform League at the Chicago Federation of Labor office. The group aims to educate on the injunction issue and oppose injunctions in labor disputes. It will also organize a Labor Day event with William J. speaking on the anti injunction plank of the Democratic platform.

Chicago Injunction Reform League Chicago Federation of Labor William J Labor Fh

Strike Due to Conspiracy Rumor Hits Canadian Pacific

Montreal August 22 A formal statement by Ed Hardy chairman of the federated trades charges the strike of employees stems from a conspiracy by certain company officials to disrupt the union and force union men from the railway’s employ.

Montreal Ed Hardy Federated Trades of the Canadian Pacific Railway System

Boys Club Band to Perform at Hamilton Park Tomorrow

The Boys' club band will give a concert at Hamilton Park tomorrow afternoon. A fire department drill scheduled at City Hall this afternoon was postponed due to bad weather. Dennis Galvin, Bishop Street contractor, fell from a wagon yesterday on Crow Street, breaking his arm after a sudden jerk caused him to be thrown to the ground. Chief Saagg will oversee the matter.

Hamilton Park City Hall Dennice Galvin Bishop Street Crows Street Gal

LAW IS SUPREME SPRINGFIELD RI Aug 22 1920

The city rests under the civil law as indictments rise with thirty returned and eight charged in riot murder and property crimes. Assistant State's Attorney Wines says the grand jury is efficient and jurors will ensure enforcement. Minor troops remain nearby to quell any mob reprise while awaiting further indictments. In New Haven the AOH banquet features Gaelic language and song, while in Pekin a seizure dispute over $12000 rifles is resolved by treating them as junked weapons.

Springfeld Wines Seventh Infantry State House New Haven Muste Hall Gaelle John J. Hogan J. Joseph Dunn Catholic University At Mr Hogan Professor Dunn Hogan

Treaty Impact Alters Waterville Inheritance Suit

In a Waterville probate case over $6,000 from Mrs Annie Powers, Mrs Annie Burns may lose the real estate to Mrs Hanna Fitzgerald of London. A recent hearing favored Burns, but lawyers invoke a U. S. England treaty allowing old-country heirs a three-year window to dispose of U S assets while barring holding local realty. The court will likely be asked to decide.

England Annie Burns Waterville Annie Powers Mattewan N. Y Burns Powers Hanna Fitzgerald London United States Cassin Probate Washington Elihu Root Fitzgerald

Doctors speeders get red cross flag system in New Jersey

In New Jersey the Physicians Automobile Club of the Oranges will equip doctors with red cross flags to wave from cars to avoid police delays. If a doctor is speeding to urgent cases, officers will salute and record the number. the doctor will appear in court when convenient. Also notes full time woolen mills in Central Village and a $100,000 factory project by Aldrich Cotton at Visage.

N. J Physicians Automobile Club of the Oranges Red Cross Villiage Conn Aldrich Cotton Company Visage

We Have Moved to 89 South Main St

A short notice announces the move to 89 South Main Street near Exchange Place. The ad emphasizes AME GOODS with same prices and references Best Teas and Hest Coffees with a string of unclear digits. No other people or organizations are clearly identified.

South Main St

Eastern Tea Importers Move to Hotchkiss and Templeton's

Eastern Tea Importers relocate to next door at Hotchkiss and Templeton's, planning new display space and enhanced service. Local sources note a smooth transition with minimal disruption to customers.

Eastern South Main St Hotchkiss & Teme Pleton's

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