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Andrew Lindstrum, intoxicated and tired of living, attempted suicide by jumping into the Still River. John Brigham waded into the river and saved Lindstrum. Officer Bradley arrived and took Lindstrum to the police station.

An unknown arsonist used kerosene to start a fire at the Foster home. Fortunately, several men, who are boarders in the house, discovered the fire and were successful in extinguishing it before much damage was done.

A meeting was called by Warden Hopkins to decide whether to accept or reject the City Charter to be presented to the legislature. Many favored the charter while others favored it with amendments, and others who wanted the charter voted down. After…

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Description of the aftermath of the fire and a mention that Mayor Hopkins would be going on vacation.

One brief article reporting results of the Aldermen's meeting, and the Mayor's appointment of M. F. Kinney of Grand Street to be a special policeman. The appointment was confirmed.

A special business meeting was held in regard to petitioning the legislature for permission to issue bonds not to exceed $200,000. The Warden explained because the legislature convenes once in two years the necessity for funds during this time would…

Letters to the Editor regarding the proposed City Charter. L.D. Brewster explains some the reasons for the change in systems. Charles Doran (a Danbury Grocer of Irish decent) explains his support of a two tiered council where one body is elected by…

The fire in Freeland's livery stables on White Street were deemed suspicious. Fortunately the fire was under control in minutes by the Kohanza hose company.