Editor Seldon Waldo Dies at 33 in Bridgeport
Seldon C. Waldo, eldest son of George C. Waldo, editor of the Bridgeport Farmer, died at Bridgeport Hospital from typhoid fever pneumonia and kidney trouble at about 33. He was native to Bridgeport, unmarried, with sister and two brothers, one George Waldo Jr on the Bridgeport Herald. He was known statewide as a legislative reporter for the Standard and former city editor. He also worked for the Bridgeport Partner as court reporter and was well known in New London. Funeral planned likely Wednesday.
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Why Yankee grounded during fog collision warning
Boston December 21 testimony before a court martial shows United States Cruiser Yankee grounded last September while avoiding a steamer New Hampshire. Commander C Marsh testified, recounting yardside events at Spindle Rock ledge of Hen and Chickens reef amid fog. Yankee lay off Penikese Island in fifty feet of water as wrecking boats close in, waiting for further salvage.
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Disposition of Valuables In Chicago Court
In Chicago on December 21 the disposition of art goods and tapestries brought by Mrs Emily Crane Chadbourne from London to decorate Mrs Jack Gardner’s Boston residence was to be decided in U S District Court. Gardner may post bond or certified check for about $83,000 to recover her treasury and release the bond. otherwise the wares will be auctioned by court order.
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Carnegie testimony on U S steel shows need for protection
In Washington December 21 Andrew Carnegie testified before the House Ways and Means Committee that the U S steel industry still requires protection and cannot compete with world markets. The session aids in shaping a new tariff bill for the upcoming extra session. Rimini and the Fountain of Youth are referenced as explored myths tied to early exploration of Florida.
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Connecticut Weather Forecast Tonight Through Wednesday
Forecast for Connecticut calls for light westerly winds with unsettled weather in the east and south regions. Snow is expected in the northern portion tonight with fair and colder conditions Tuesday and Wednesday. Disturbances in the lower Mississippi valley and Canada are causing cloudy skies in the east and south. Temperature trends show rising in the east and falling in the central and western areas. The vicinity can expect partly cloudy skies tonight with continued fair and slightly colder conditions Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Witness stand reveals Hains trial tensions and gun clash
District Attorney Darrin will not call Claudia Hains as witness. He denies knowledge of admissible facts and says she is at her father’s home in Winthrop. The court heard Roberts recount the float scene where Thornton Hains and Captain Hains confronted witnesses as shots rang out and Annis fell into the water.
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Self Destructive Looming Doom Ends in Church Rift
In Dallas a 22 year old Reverend W Woodfolk shot himself in the heart after his marriage proposal was rejected by a young woman at the Nevitt home. The act occurred as the woman had just left the room. The shooting left the girl terrified and the preacher dead at the couch feet. Chicago reports Edward Hines predicting cheaper lumber through a new company structure but warns against reckless practices. He emphasizes harmony with forestry departments, planned land clearing for farming, and potential tariff changes to reduce lumber costs. Milwaukee describes a man brandishing a cross in two Roman Catholic churches causing panic as he attempted to reach priests during mass, escaped police, and bore resemblance to Gustav Wirth linked to a Sister Theresa case.
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Mansfield's Ruthless Push Shapes Cyrano's Roxane
Developer Mansfield drives Margaret Anglin to extremes as Roxane in Cyrano. The method leaves actors broken and resigned. Anglin battles fear to endure Palmer's testing, while Mansfield demands a hard, unyielding performance to ignite the temperament and emotion needed.
Way Men Sayings Describe Clever Talks and Credit
A Windsor Star quote mocks a man who brags about his smarts, claiming he will take credit for his own luck when prosperous. The note mentions diamonds water and silverware at Mo A Bank Street in the Buckingham building as a reference point.
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Postoffice Rush at Christmas Ahead of Holidays
On Christmas eve the Postoffice rushes as staff work extra hours to handle mail. New handling plans reduce Germany direct mail to two cents after January 1, with some routes shifted to longer international transit. A cartoonish exchange about domestic spats and a joke about Pat the clergyman punctuate the page.
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Christmas Cheer Urges City to Share Season Spirit
In Waterbury an editorial calls to set aside time from budget debates to focus on Christmas giving. It urges city boards to unite for a heart to heart on quiet acts of charity, stressing holiday cheer for schoolchildren and needy families, and offering free essentials to those who cannot afford gifts or meals.
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Cotton ginned totals and island Samoa chiefs plan
Washington reports show total cotton ginned through December 21 with 9,284,070 bales in 1907 figures and 27,264 active ginneries. separate data cover 1905 1906 and 1907 cases. In German Samoa chiefs plan an independent flax, seeking U S Britain mediation. violence not anticipated though resistance to German rule is feared.
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William Kennedy and town news flash from Georgetown South Main
William Kennedy signs on at Georgetown working from his South Main home as vendors offer a free large Teddy Bear with Ultra shoes for women at 3.50. The funeral of James Prennan from North Main was held Saturday with burial in New York. Carl Schick, singer of The Big City Minstrels, visits his hometown. A liquor license transfer hearing for Mrs. Orie Hellmann on Bank Street was postponed to later this week.
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King Edward ends session with peace hopes and talks of treaties
London December 21 King Edward ended the parliament session stating satisfaction over the recent American battleship visit and treaties with the United States on arbitration and Canada questions. He urged conciliatory Balkan measures and noted naval conference decisions. authorities hope for general assent to its results. In Massachusetts Catherine Kelliher, daughter of Mrs Mary Kelliher, is in Harvard Medical School for autopsy tests related to arson investigations and six family deaths, while her mother faces arson charges.
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Castro Seen Ordering Warships and Artillery in Germany
Berlin reports circulate that President Castro is negotiating with German shipyards to build several warships and that artillery for the Venezuelan army is being ordered. The imperial ministry of marine denies that a German squadron will sail to American waters this spring, and the German foreign office says no political subjects were discussed during Castro's visit.
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Thaw Remains In Asylum Amid Court Ruling
A U S court of appeals ruled Thaw cannot be taken to Pittsburg to testify in bankruptcy proceedings. The decision affirms the Western District of Pennsylvania action quashing a writ of habeas corpus and ordering the asylum superintendent to turn Thaw over to a marshal for appearance in Pittsburg.
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Gamblers Fined After Wallace Street Bust in New Haven
Seventeen men arrested early yesterday on Wallace street faced arraignments. Pelligrial, proprietor, received sixty days and a $25 costs fine. The remaining defendants were fined $3 and costs for the gambling incident.
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Fire at Ingersoll feed mills destroys stock and horses
In Stamford on December 21 Samuel C. Ingersoll’s feed mills burned with four horses killed and much machinery and stock ruined. Firemen say a tramp seeking shelter started the blaze. loss estimated at about $25,000.
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