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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1908
Page
1
Guthrie Oklahoma October 1 Governor Haskell issued a public appeal asking Oklahomans for funds to help him overcome his enemies and defend honest government against graft and corporate oppression amid ongoing criticism of his ties to the Prairie Oil and Gas case and campaign financing.
Ethel Barrymore after a performance at the Olympic theater condemns society women as useless, selfish, and devoid of culture. She argues international marriages fail due to lack of education and that New York society shuns intellectual discussion, leaving powerful men uninterested.
Evelyn Thaw arrives in White Plains seeking admission to visit her husband. Sheriff says orders blocked admission as Thaw’s extradition case lingers. Wary of safety, Thaw’s camp cites legal rights. judge caution requested.
Weather forecast for Connecticut shows fair conditions tonight and Friday with a drop in temperatures. A disturbance yesterday over Superior moves past the St Lawrence, bringing cloudy and rainy weather to the lake region and New Bay area. A separate disturbance near Florida causes rain along the Atlantic coast. High pressure over the Mississippi Valley yields clearer, pleasant conditions in the central and western sections, while the vicinity remains unsettled.
Bishop Tierney announces appointments for the Hartford diocese. Rev Andrew J. Plunkett moves to St Mary's Windsor Locks. Rev John J. Keane transfers from St Patrick's New Haven to St Mary's Sa. The notice outlines changes among clergy in the region.
A wireless dispatch from Manila says the Atlantic battleship fleet will reach Manila at 6 am, with the Connecticut leading the line through Basilan straits in a single to double column formation. In Bridgewater, burglars blew the safe at the post office with nitro glycerine, making off with about $200 in stamps and $100 in cash. no clues yet.
A badly mangled unknown man was found in a New Haven railroad cut. An envelope bearing the name James M. Egan was in his pocket and the left arm bore tattooed letters C. 2, A. Authorities believe the man fell from a car. Also reported Croker plans to come to New York soon after the election, per his son Richard.
New York report says Charles Peed aged 78, long time proprietor of the Pierrepont house and the Mansion house in Brooklyn, was struck by a loaded express wagon on Fulton street near John street and Tillary during rush hour last night. He died from injuries, the accident occurring in the busy thoroughfare.
A large delegation from Division 5 of the Ladies Auxiliary A J H attended Division 16 of New Haven’s meeting at Music Hall. Degree work was shown on a class of 75, followed by a reception for state and county officers. Hartford’s civic parade invites Division 5 to participate, with individual members likely attending. The local ladies plan a busy winter with a whist tournament and social events, led by a committee including Miss Rose Shanahan, Julia Larkin, Hanna Moriarty, Mrs John Allen, and Mrs J W Mooney.
Middletown October 1 Republican congressional convention at Town hall nominates N D Sperry of New Haven by acclamation for the second district. In acceptance he states he will not run again for the representative post.
Standard Oil attorneys presented evidence before Judge Franklin Ferriss to show the company did not receive preferential railroad rates across regions. government special attorneys Kellogg and Morrison led the case, with Miller and Rosenthal for Standard Oil. Henry E Fulton testified as the key witness, aiming to prove uniform rates and equal treatment with other firms as the suit to dissolve the company proceeds.
Chicago Oct 1. The Democratic National Committee will use its $5,000 fund to prosecute Eveland, president of Standard Roller Ball-Bearing Co of Philadelphia, for posting a notice promising wage restoration if Taft is elected. He allegedly warned a 10 percent winter wage cut would be reversed November 28 if Taft won. Committeeman Wade says they will hire counsel to challenge whether such employer pressure constitutes bribery. A Democratic Town Committee meeting is planned at their new HQ at Leavenworth and Center streets.
New York October 1 Guy Hughes arrived in New York from Baltimore. His first speech will be before Columbia University students at 4 p m Fire Near the Village Saranac Lake Oct 1 forest fires on Baker and Mackenzie mountains are approaching the village. the situation is serious.
A 45 year old man in neat dress collapsed and died while in the bread line early today in New York. He clutched a toiet moments before and authorities noted he suffered from malnutrition. the body has not yet been identified.
New York regains command of the National League as Chicago slips to third and Pittsburgh moves to second after yesterday’s games. Detroit still holds a slim lead over Cleveland in the American League with two more league games scheduled. NY and Philadelphia clash in a doubleheader in Philadelphia. The season also notes a hunting opening with woodcock scarce in Sterling and Connecticut hunting licenses active.
The board of finance approved payrolls and miscellaneous bills this afternoon. Sheridan lodge, N E B O P, sets an October 2 meeting. Architect C Jerome Batley drafts figures for a West Grove street hut for Miss Martha M McMahon. Philomena Jamele has returned from Scranton, Pa. Ex alderman John H Condon and Rose Shannahan wed in Sunapee, NH. they honeymoon and will reside here.
Police recovered Lena Thorn from a filthy East New York hovel after six weeks of captivity. Bayfield Susso is charged with abduction and assault among others, Annie Carlo faces kidnapping aid charges, and Lena is now with the children's society as a witness.
A New York architect living in Forestville watched his home burn to the ground with contents after a fire said to have started from hot ashes in a barrel. The family, awakened by neighbors, escaped in their night attire as the blaze consumed the Potter house. Loss estimated near partial insurance.
Muai domini and Luigi Nappa were found guilty by a jury and sentenced to three to five years in state prison for extorting $2007 from Velleco of Derby using black hand threats. Bombarding the Toy Constantinople and a gram received from the consul at Tabriz are noted amid reports of threats on American roads near Tabriz.
A short moving notice notes location change for a store offering teas and coffees. It highlights affordability and quality, signaling departmental shifts while promising continued access to popular items. The text mentions best teas and coffees and a near-term move.
A reader praises Glenwood kitchen ranges for superior looks and baking quality noting it stands above other makes and evokes pride in a well equipped kitchen.
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