New York Ballot Box Case Ruling Sustains McClellan
In a decision handed down this afternoon the court sustained the contention of Mayor George B. McClellan and denied that of William Randolph Hearst and the Municipal Ownership league. The ruling echoes arguments once urged by former Chief Justice Parker and his brother.
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Parker
McClellan
Albany
Dee
Court of Appell
New York
George B. McClellan
William Randolph Hearst
Municipal Ownership League
Hearst Victory Spurs Election Court Steps
New York reports that courts have no power to order mandamus opening of boxes for recounts in mayor and city races. Justice Stover granted 114 orders to show cause why inspectors in numerous districts should reconvene and recanvass votes. Orders set for tomorrow at 11 am amid Hearst backers.
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W. R. Hearst
New York
Lord
Day
Dupe at Powder Ca Near North of Herp
Fragmented note reports a mistaken item near Powder Ca. The text is garbled with missing letters but suggests a mislinked location near Herp and a nearby site. Further clarification needed to identify exact place and event details.
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Powder Ca
Herp
Confidential Clerk Jailed for Forgery at Chicago Drug Firm
William J. Smith, a confidential book keeper for Robert Stevenson Drug Co in Chicago, was arrested on forgery charges after embezzling almost $3,000 in under a year. He claimed loan sharks forced his actions to support his family, recounting a failed candy slot machine scheme and debts that left him destitute.
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Chicago
William J. Smith
Robert Stevenson Drug Co
Silas
Washington Report on Hague Conference Delay and Connecticut Probes
The State Department says the Hague conference date is delayed due to a key program issue awaiting Swiss government action. Connecticut bills advance for Major General Mower's widow, Branford harbor funding, Waterhouse Confederate damages, and Navy retirements. Postmaster reappointment urged. several Connecticut postmasters confirmed. Marriage announced for Mrs Josephine Moore Richardson and Nathan Hopkins Heft.
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Washington
State Department
Switzerland
Connecticut
Branilegee
Betsy A. Mower
Joseph A. Mower
Higgins
Sperry
Branford Harbor
Charles Waterhouse
Essex
Waterhouse
Mayport
Florida
Hill
Allan V. Reed
New ‘Canaan
Congress
Samuel B. Horne
Winsted
Colonel Horne
Connecticut Volunteers
Hert Richardson
Josephine Moore Richardson
Nathan Hopkins Heft
Elabeth Stauffer Moore
Mire Wichardom
Greensburg, Pa
Ciy
Christmas Tree at Sewing School Event
The sewing school children, arranged by Sisters of the Holy Ghost and Queen's Daughters, will attend a Christmas tree party Saturday afternoon with about 159 pupils. Gifts include candies nuts fruit and several big items, each child receiving one. Committees chairwoman Mrs Willem Wallace and others lead the event.
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Sisters of the Holy Ghost
Queen's Daughters
Opty
Ratuniays
Ore
Willem ‘Wallace
James O'Rourke
Barns
Join Kikiuff
W.wilby
J. Heyes
A. P. Blanchett
Jobo
Retes
C. Roseell
T. Gearen
Thomas Vickers
J. J. Turtey
Alote
Caught Gang Foils New York Robbery
In New York a large gang robbery was halted by twelve officers who seized $5,000 in furs silks and embroidery and arrested four men William Kelly James Reilly George Ryan and William Fernandez after a factory roof pursuit on Wooster Street early December.
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New York
Ivan
Wooster Street
William Kelly
James Reilly
George Ryan
William Fernandez
Hist comes in Newport as Wasp mission leads to inquiry
The gunboat Wasp and the brig Harry Smith were sent to aid distressed vessels during a storm. The Wasp was driven off course and returned damaged to Newport ready for dry dock. Apprentices aided bailouts and were treated at Naval Hospital. Boatswain Shapely also hospitalized. Investigators order inquiry into the Wasp's voyage and hull repairs planned.
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Newport, R. 1
Nantucket South Shoals
Wasp
Newport
R. L
Harry Smith
Naval Medical Hospital
Indictments for Rebates at Chicago and Alton Railroad
The federal grand jury charged the Chicago and Alton Railroad Co. with rebate practices. Former vice president John M. Sathorn and ex-general agent J. J. Wann were indicted for granting rebates to Schwartzchild and Schulzberger and for providing free transportation to the packing firm's employees.
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Chicago
Chicago and Alton Railroad Co
John M. Sathorn
J. J. Wann
Schwartzchild & Schulzberger
Crowley Dead After Trolley Pole Accident
Andrew Crowley longtime lineman for the C R L Co died this morning after a pole broke near Waterbury street. He was about 50, known in Connecticut for his work, and had returned to duty after a trolley strike. Body moved to Mulville's. sister Mrs Susie O'Neill of Newport notified awaiting funeral plans in Newport.
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Andrew Crowley
Ineman
Waterley
Mr Crowley
Connecticut
Mulville’s
Susie O'Neill
Newport
Connecticut Weather Forecast Says Fair to Thursday
Forecast for Connecticut calls for fair to mild conditions through Thursday with light westerly winds. Tonight may bring clearer skies and cooler temperatures as conditions slowly improve across the region.
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Connecticut
ACTUARY ON THE STAND IN LIFE INSURANCE CASE
An actuary from Prudential Insurance Co of America testified on dividends paid in 1904 and industry wide death claims for 1964. The hearing reviewed industrial department records showing cash surrender values and death benefits tied to five year policy terms.
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New York
Ivan K. Gore
Prudential Insurance Co .of America
Crushed To Death In Suspected City Incident
A man identified as Syn Francie Dee E-Jebe ff Raeird was killed last night in a city incident described as common to a demonic attack. Police say the victim cited a dangerous supernatural influence before the fatal event.
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Jebe Ff
Raeird
Trial records reveal fatal blow could kill Lockwood
Medical examiner Crane testified any one of eleven wounds could cause death and a head blow leaving a mark after six weeks likely fatal. Preston, a Brooklyn strike breaker, described doings leading to Lockwood's death, naming Cenesky Leonard and Grover and detailing alleged robbing plans and the assault sequence.
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Lockwood
Crane
Kellogg
Dickinson
West Main Street
Poore
Preston
Locust Street
Pearl Street
New York
Brooklyn
Cenesky
Leonard
Waterbury
Plume & Atwood Company
Grover
Roger
Smith
Paige
Bridgeport
Lins
Cenesty
Leonant
Anthens
August Smith
Adam
Egnin
White
Cearsky
Levaant
Cromky
Lippetan
Witnesses tie Bassett to Grover in Lockwood murder case
Testimony details Preston's uncertain identification of Bassett as Grover and his prior associations with Cenesky and others in Water and New York. He heard talk of robbing Lockwood but says he never joined the plan or informed authorities. Conflicting accounts emerge as Conesky and Coroner Mix testify about statements.
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Lockwood
Bassett
Plume & Atwood
Bantler
Brooklyn
Preston
Grover
Grover Charley
New York
Post- Spellman
Ward Lewis
Cenesky
Minsell
The
Smiths
Dodds
Renant
Sing Sing
Ceasak
Lockwood's
Slug
Conesky
Joy
Mix
Caler
Buswett
Leonard
Tony
Waterbury Jewelers Advertise Holiday Stork Inventory
Waterbury store touts largest holiday assortment in the state with plated wares watches from eight dollars and up gold and silver jewelry chains charms and designer pieces featured as Christmas gifts. Shoppers are invited to view the display before buying.
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Lake & Strebel Co
Waterbury
Amtios
Christmas Gifts at Hampson Sellew Furniture Co
Christmas gifts are highlighted with ladies desks as popular options this season. Prices range from five to forty five dollars, with shoppers urged to buy early and have items set aside. At Naserbary Agency for the Cerebeant, selection includes practical desks and accessories, promising value and timely delivery.
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Hampson Sellew Furniture Co
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Hearst
Court of Appeals
George B. M’clellan
Perkins
George W. Perkins
New York Life Insurance Company
New York Life
Doringanovich
Springfield
John Dorinjanovich
John Mueller
Decen T
Dorinjanovich
Supreme Court
Alfonse Te
Hie
Pate
Madrid
Alfonso
Riviera
Ena of Battenberg
Eugenie
Sendard OF
Ohio
H. Fr. Rogers
John C. Arrhbot
Standard of! Company
Hadley
Mis
John I. Rockefelier
William RB. Hearst
Hague
Postmasters and Measures
Postimasters
Charles Storrs Hall
Wallingford
Hall
Senate
Wiklard Baker
Sharon
George B. French
Ivoryton
Bawant D. Gilbert
Higganum
Wise M. | Reynolds
Newtown
Sylvia Gerrish
Henry G. Hilton
Morris Heights
Donnelly
Moody
United States
Carnegie
Roosevelt
Andrew Carnegie
King Charles
Paris
Portugal
Loubet
Hudson
Hudson Companies
J. P. Morgan
Hudson River
Pennsylvania
Deckwith
Canada
Cleveland
C. T. Beckwith
Cassia L. Chadwick
Bernhardt
Firde
James Hagen Hyde
Mr. Hyde
Helane
Elkton
M. B. Penyek
American Snuff Company
Dolphins
W. A. Edgar
Dolphin
Nantucket
Crowley
Insurance Investigation Committee
Swanspeg
Myntsom
Thomas Sharpe
Jobe Ariathnot
Leedim Teeve
Mhirpe
Rawle
F. H. Lewis CO
East Mainst
Dr Crane
Timony
Dis
Kimball Pianos
Haines Pianos
Marshalis Wendell Pianos
Alexander
Leslie Bros
Newby & Evans Pianos
Hallett & Davis
Cable & Sons
City News
Jardiniere
Forelock
Ing
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