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Waterbury Evening Democrat

Location

Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1907

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Irish nationalist anger over Birrell bill sparks Hague arbitration call

Dublin May 16 The executive committee of the Sinn Fein society criticizes Mr Birrells Irish bill as an insult to Ireland and urges nationalist MPs to withdraw from Parliament. They push for a resolution for Dublin to seek international recognition and a settlement of the Ireland England dispute at The Hague arbitral court and to return to Dublin to plan measures for Ireland’s political rights and representation at a future peace conference.

Dublin Sein Fein Society Jem Birrill Ireland Par Hatent England Hague Nationalist Party Irish National Council Mbnerala The International Court of Arbitraion

Last of London’s old inns recalled in Dickens era tales

A century ago London boasted many coaching inns, yet only Temaina remains in the city. George's Inn, famed as a gathering place for nobility and where Dickens met Pickwick, endures with unchanged furniture and decor. Ownership stays within the same family, with the current proprietor said to be a descendant of the original founder.

London George England George's Inn Charles Dickens Dickens Mr. Pickwick Pickwick Papers

Qualities of the Oyster and Other Curious Tales

A San Franciscan narrates a wheeled joke about oysters learning to keep their mouths shut by dunking in water. Also featured are notes on massive salmon losses in Okhotsk rivers and a guide to judging a horse’s character from its nose and ears, ending with a light political want ad.

San Franciscan

Submarine Test At Newport Reports Good Conditions

For a full day at Newport R I on May 16 submarine Lake and Octopus sent nightly signals to the naval trial board aboard the gunboat Hist and the submarine tender Nina. The messages say crews are on four hour watches, resting well, spirits high, air perfect, and crew thoroughly comfortable as the twenty four hour underwater habitability test continues with two hour watches by the board.

Newport R. 1 Lake Octopus Deep Wharf Bradford Naval Trial Board Hist Nina Ial Board

Ocean Depths Forcing Forces Of The Deep Sea

The piece recalls Eugene Willoughby on ocean depths, noting over half the globe is submerged and depths reach 18 000 feet and beyond. It cites a record 331 200 feet near Guam, describing immense pressure exceeding 10 000 psi, crushing ships and timber, and compressing a human body to the bone.

Guam Eugene Willoughby

The Tale Of A Fish And Smoking In History

A narration blends a pet goldfish tale with a reflection on tobacco use through history. Jenkins recalls Pitt Sing a clever Japanese fan-tailed goldfish from Jake Hope for 45 dollars who saved itself by plugging a leak with its tail. The piece then shifts to a humorous lament about tobacco’s social reach and excommunication.

Jenkins Pitt Sing Jake Hope Pitt! Sing Dumpty

Ancient Cure for Madness in 1736 Household Dictionary

In Dictionarium Domesticum a curious remedy for obstinate madness appears. Ground ivy is mixed with wine, strained, then an ointment is prepared. The patient’s head is shaved and warmed, the head is massaged, and the mixture anoints the scalp as part of the cure. References to Dr Wadenfield appear in the text.

Wheat Outlook in Odessa Sees Russian Crop Plight

European wheat prospects viewed as very unfavorable by Odessa merchants. Prices in Russia at historic highs amid cold damage to 75 percent of winter crops in Bessarabia Poltava Kherson Podolia. A fortnight of heat threatens spring crops unless rains arrive within a week. risk of 85 percent harvest if rains come. Grain house head says prices reflect foreign quotes as stocks dwindle. No grain speculation reported despite crop failure fears.

Odessa Russia Bessarabia Poltava Kherson Podolia Grain Hourse

Opening Delayed Trial of Haywood in Ada County

Boise May 16 The Haywood murder trial is postponed until 2 PM to honor Ada County judge Noble Gent father of Haywood’s counsel John Gent The state has used a peremptory challenge and a vacant seat may be filled this afternoon Darrow finished with Maw before Grand Jury in San Francisco Abraham Ruef to testify this afternoon in a potential Schmitz confession. A Chesapeake & Ohio train wreck in Cincinnati leaves two dead and 30 Danielson laborers strike at a local factory.

Haywood Boise Idaho Howard Nugent Ada County Cour Fremont Wood William D. Haywood Frank Steunenberg Judge Nugent John F. Nugent Clarence Darrow George F. F. Maw San Francisco Abraham Ruef Schmitz Danielson

Sultan agrees to Moroccan reparations over Mauchamp death

Paris reports the sultan of Morocco will fully comply with France's reparations demands following Dr Mauchamp's murder. Abdelkrim Ben Silman delivered the Moroccan foreign minister’s letter to M Regnault in Tangier, with Pichon and the cabinet awaiting the full text before a decision. Oudja occupation will persist until a final settlement is reached.

Paris Morocco France Mauchamp Fez M. Regnault Tangier Abdelkrim Ben Silman Pichon Oudja

H Cogswell Dead Court Stenographer and Author

Frederick Hull Cogswell longtime New Haven court stenographer and author died at his home after a lengthy illness. He helped pioneer official stenography in Connecticut, wrote on phonography and coronial history, including Regicites as a key historical record. He served as official reporter for the Superior Court of New Haven County. A native of New Preston aged forty seven, he studied law at Yale and Michigan. A widow survives.

New Haven Frederick Hull Cogswell Connecticut New Enland Charles I Cogswell New Haven County Yate University of Michigan New Preston

Second Attempt Successful. Mrs Messenger Dies after Paris Green Try

New Hartford, May 16. Mrs Henry Messenger died yesterday from a Paris Green dose taken with intent to end her life. This marks her second suicide attempt. She leaves two children. Washington may see her? president and Mrs Roosevelt will visit Washington tomorrow morning for a short vacation at Pine Knot, Mrs Roosevelt's Virginia country home.

New Hartford Henry Messenger Paris Green Washington May Se Sne

Daring Rescue by Firemen on Oil Barge in Hudson

In New York on May 16 a group of about six firemen saved six comrades trapped in the hold of a burning oil barge tied to the White Star line piers in the Hudson River. The rescuers endured heavy smoke and flames as they pulled the men to safety. All six saved were seriously burned but expected to recover. the barge sustained only minor damage.

New York White Star Line Hudson River

TWO GAMES TODAY AT STATE LEAGUE PARK Hartford vs Waterbury

Weather eased enough for a planned double header at State League Park with Hartford and Waterbury clashing as a tight race for first place intensifies. Yerkes faced Cunningham in the opener with Waterbury taking leads, Hartford restoring parity, and late pushes from both sides shaping a 2-2 sixth to ninth inning conclusion with Kennedy guiding the tempo.

Waterbury State League Park Hartford Yerkes Cunningham Senators Schincel Penn Waterbur McAndrews Ward Lachance Flekters Eddie” Swander Selivelt Fallon Nehring Justice Vistors Kennedy

Dick May Be Ousted By State Republicans Cleveland May 14

Senator Dick as chairman and the entire Republican state executive committee face potential ouster by the state central committee in Cleveland on May 14 amid a political shakeup and calls for new leadership within the party.

Cleveland Republicas State Executive Committee State Central

Connecticut Weather Forecast With Warmer Weekend Outlook

The forecast for Connecticut calls for partly cloudy conditions tonight and Friday, with warmer temperatures expected. Winds shift from south to southwest, bringing milder air and a forecasted rise in temperatures across the region.

Connecticut

Mellen Denies Tuttle Boston & Maine Plans

Boston May 16 President Charles S Mellen of the New Haven railroad issued a statement denying statements about his companys relations with the Boston and Maine and any talks with Mr Tuttle or Mr Morse. He says there is no agreement on rates or service nor any plan to control Boston Worcester and has not sought or planned social calls or stock ownership in the Boston and Maine. He asserts no desire to dominate Boston and Maine affairs and seeks only to attend to his own business. He adds there is little sentiment in his business for such actions. Decree: Kill Deer Bill Passes House After Debate. Knights of Columbus capion rights defined. Roosevelt Receives Gold Card For Baseball League Access. Election Contest Settled In Woodmen Of The World Board Race.

Boston Charles S. Mellen New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Mellen Boston & Maine Tuttle Boston & Worcester Morse New York

Freight strike quiet as police officer recovers

City news notes no new developments in the freight strike with company reps offering no comment. Dr Fred H. Albee of New York reports Patrolman Maurice Noonan underwent surgery yesterday and is expected to return to duty improved. Two divorces listed for quick calendar: Michael Mulholland vs Jennie Mulholland and Frank J. Coon vs Minnie Coon, each citing infidelity. Collector Reeves attends crowds paying water rents. city office stays open late as residents wait, and Reeves remains at his post until nearly 3 o'clock.

Beach Fred H. Albee New York Maurice Noonan Lkely Michael Mulholland Jennie Mulholland Frank J. Coon Minnie Coon Francis Reeves Democrat Mr Reeves

Fragmented OCR Summary of Local Notice

The readable text reflects garbled OCR from a local newspaper item. It mentions dates, places, and names in incomplete form, with several legible fragments that hint at a notice or public event but lack coherent details suitable for full processing.

Escaped Patient Recalled In Winsted Capture

Francis Baker who fled Middletown insane asylum was found on railroad tracks in Winsted after his wife refused him shelter. He had been committed eighteen months earlier for attempting to shoot a bank cashier during a monument dispute and was kept at the state hospital for the criminally insane. The escape origin remains unknown.

Winsted Francis Baker Middletown Baker Wheeler Phelps Hurlbut National Bank States Asylum

Exclusive Suitings at Mahon Tailor on Bank Street

Mahon Tailor invites customers to view its line of Exclusive Suitings at 65 Bank Street Lewis Building. Prices are described as to the customer’s liking with assurances of distinct design and a sable fit.

What Woman Is There

Waterbury crowds show Glenwood interest as shoppers demand Glenwood products. Orders come in carloads to meet the popular choice. Local retailers note strong appeal and steady buying of the brand.

Waterbury

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