08 Jan 1900
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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1900
Page
1
A garbled theater note announces a fraternal theatrical event at Piney Ridge featuring David Higgins and a production titled At Piney Ridge. It highlights praise for Jacques and notes on the play’s reception, with several upcoming community events and lectures listed in a burst of chaotic theater and civic activity.
A display of scheduled gatherings across Waterbury area groups includes Naturalists' Club, Sarsfield and Liberty lodges, K of C councils, Debating Club, and multiple veterans and charitable societies. Nearby venues host rehearsals and community drills, with council and court meetings listed.
A compact report notes a fusion of medical society members with several civic and fraternal bodies including Tr avier drum corps and local camp divisions. The gathering in Lincoln showcases collaboration among organizations such as Washington conclave and regional associations amid civic events.
An analysis argues trenches offer equal or better protection than walls against bullets. It notes Ladysmith’s surrounding ground limits Boer approaches and that earthworks defend against rifles and machine guns. Artillery can drive troops from trenches only with precise fire and heavy ammunition.
The commission appointed by President McKinley to study a feasible canal through the Isthmus of Panama sails from New York aboard the Atlas line steamer Alene. Members include Rear Admiral John F Walker and Brigadier General Hains, with Professors Burr Haupt Johnson and others. They will examine the Nicaragua route, travel to Greytown, Panama, then back to the Atlantic side, expecting a three month inquiry.
Immense crowd braved poor weather at Ville d Ayrey near Paris for the annual pilgrimage to Gambetta s monument. Speech by Senator Theodore Cazot and ministers urged union and concord. address of congratulations passed to the premier for defense of the republic.
Manila dispatch details the capture of Lieutenant Gillmore of the Yorktown by insurgents near Baler last April, his dramatic rescue by Colonel Ryelare’s Thirty third Infantry, and the arduous raft passage down the Abotti river to safety at Vigan. The feat involved 140 rescuers, many rafts failing, and accounts of starvation, confinement, and brutal treatment under General Tinio’s forces.
Captain Leary reports a tense naval station situation at Hin Wark with guard deaths and buried casualties from a gun incident. He notes sickness among troops, ongoing sanitary measures, and a proclamation for a day of thanksgiving led by native priest Agaum ite and Padre Tose Falowo, praising Governor Af Gum and the station’s efforts.
Mrs Langtry arrives in New York aboard the Iuieania. Julian Marlowe Taber is granted a divorce for her husband Robert Taber. Ambew Carnegie pledges 50 000 dollars to Emporia Kansas College for a library building. Major John S Clay, noted turf man and horse breeder, dies of heart disease in Lexington Kentucky at age 50. Fred F Newton, Fidelity Trust teller in Buffalo, is indicted for embezzling 44 000 dollars.
The article reviews current fashion trends for winter veils and costumes, noting black silk net veiling with velvet dots, the supper jacket in velvet over low neck gowns, and velvet jackets with high backs and sheer lace yokes. It covers fabrics, sleeve designs, collars, and decorative hats, colors like gray blue and browns, and delicate hairpieces. concludes with remarks on wind protection and etiquette for carriage calls and theater wear.
Waterbury to SVON and Worcester depart at 7 a m with via Hartford and Springfield routes. Additional calls include Worcester at 7 00 and 7 05 a m, and connections to Martinford Town Britain Meriden and Poughkeepsie via Albany. Lines extend toward Buffalo Cincinnati St Louis and Chicago with Newark and Stratford links. note General Passenger Agent is listed.
The notice lists multiple towns and times for Sunday services and events across several areas including Watertown, Derby, New Milford, and Torrington. It mentions specific times such as 6:20, 7, and 8 p.m., with references to various venues and stations.
A detailed roster of Waterbury fire alarm locations and nearby streets and intersections. Entries mention Main, Grand, North Main, Willow, Wallcott, Cherry, Meadow, Prospect, River, and several others with corresponding block notes. Several company names and street pairs appear, indicating alarm and hydrant points, engine houses, and utility facilities in the city.
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