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Domestic News
September 13, 1838
The Daily Herald
New Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut
What is this article about?
Burglars broke into Nathan Ritter's store on Chapel Street last night by prying open a back window shutter. They targeted money, taking only $4-5 in change, and failed to light matches to see more. No goods were stolen.
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Burglary.—The store of Mr. Nathan Ritter, in Chapel-st. was broken open last night, by prying out the bolt of one of the back window shutters, and entering through the window. Money seems to have been the object of the rogues, as no goods were taken. They got poorly paid for their pains, as only between four and five dollars in change was taken. A parcel of matches was found on the floor near the money drawer, and marks on the counter showed evident attempts to ignite them, in which it is presumed they failed, and hence could not see to find the spoils. It behooves others to be on their guard.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime
What keywords are associated?
Burglary
Store Break In
Chapel Street
Nathan Ritter
Theft
What entities or persons were involved?
Mr. Nathan Ritter
Where did it happen?
Chapel St.
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Chapel St.
Event Date
Last Night
Key Persons
Mr. Nathan Ritter
Outcome
only between four and five dollars in change taken; no goods stolen.
Event Details
Store broken open by prying out bolt of back window shutter and entering through window. Money targeted; matches found and marks indicating failed ignition attempt to see spoils.