Bridge Change Bill Favored in Senate Committee
The Senate Ways and Means committee reported favorably a bill to relocate Cottage Farm bridge so its terminus reaches Magazine Street. Cambridge residents oppose it citing Magazine Beach preservation as recreation space. Mayor, City Council, Chamber of Commerce and business leaders also oppose. TheH hottest fight of the year split 7 to 8 on the committee, with Naphen and Green among dissenters who plan to oppose in the Senate.
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Cottage Farm Bridge
Cambridge
Magazine Street
Magazine Beach
Charles River
Cambridge Chamber of Commerce
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Poisoned man found in Bridgeport threatens self harm note
Found ill in Bridgeport on May 4, Frank Reilly, 46, of 85 South Street Chicopee Massachusetts, in apparent poisoning incident. A Chicopee officer aided search after a note said to be by Reilly threatened suicide and was sent to the Chicopee mayor.
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Bridgeport
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Frank Reilly
South Street
Chicopee
Mass
Reilly
Silk Stockings Advertised for Spring Wear
A hosiery advertisement markets medium weight silk stockings with high lustre for spring wear. It promotes wear and appearance, noting durability and proper weight, and lists a regular price of 50 cents.
Entries Close for Boston Work-Horse Parade
The Boston Work-Horse Parade closes entries as of yesterday. Henry C. Merwin says entries may match or exceed last year with gold and silver medals offered in multiple classes including a silver cup for truckmen and cups for cavalry and artillery horses. Blue ribbons earn drivers a badge after two or more parades. twelve silver badges awarded. Entries were received at 24 India Street and 109 Northampton Street.
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Boston
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India Street
Northampton Street
Big Day for Relief Fund in Greater Boston
The Greater Boston Jewish war relief drive reports its largest day, over $80,000 raised to reach $376,000 total. Chelsea committee members led a Chelsea drive with more than $28,000. Volunteers aim for $500,000 by Tuesday noon, with teams reporting $27,000 in trades and $16,000 from ward solicitors. Suburban totals include Everett $2,500 Cambridge $9,000 Revere $4,500 Beachmont $1,700 Somerville $2,500 Winthrop $2,000.
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Chelsea
Daiuvid A. Laurie
Everett
Cambridge
Revere
Beachmont
Somerville
Winthrop
Postal Officials Guest at Boston Postal Cafeteria
First assistant Postmaster General John H. Bartlett arrives in Boston for postal improvement week. He will dine at the Federal Building cafeteria run by postal clerks offering near cost meals. Guests include Postmaster Baker and department heads, with a mass meeting at Faneuil Hall for about 1500 postal workers.
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John H. Bartlett
Boston
Postal Improvement Week
Federal Building
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Bartlett
Faneuil Hall
YoungSet May Styles Encourage Cheerful Playwear
Bright Maytime fashion piece urges YoungSet to wear care-free, cheerful clothes for happy days. Beredith advises outfits should reflect merriest moments, be affordable, and invite enjoyment without being too costly.
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Beredith
White Dresses for June Commencement Parties Ad
Sweet Girl Graduates Stop Look and Listen. White dresses in canton crepe crepe de chine georgette chiffon organdie voile with ruffles tucks roses and ribbons. Ideal for blondes or brunettes and brides to be. Early selection for June events priced 15.00 to 35.00. Winter Street Second Floor.
Unfading Gingham Frocks With Hand Drawn Embroidery
Gingham frocks remain versatile for school business or daily wear and now feature hand drawn voile embroidery on pockets cuffs and collar. The one piece dress with gathered fullness at the hips showcases a neat collar variation and different colored checks, priced at 10.75.
The Return of the Princess Slip
The finest sateen fabric returns in a shadow proof Princess Slip praised for summer wear. Lightweight and practical with bandeau top hem stitched, the undergarment promises comfort and style. Available at Tremont Street Third Floor for 1.95.
The Sweater Jacket at 4.95 in assorted colors
The jacket offers smart style with a conservative cut and durable material. Effective stitched trimming, long tuxedo collar, belt and pockets are well placed. Available in jade navy black scarlet orchid jockey tan buff at 4.95.
The Expressive Frilled Blouse
A stylish blouse idea describes a frill detailing that lends a youthful, expressive look. The filet panel creates a vestee effect with a tuxedo collar and cornerpieces, finished by a narrow filet edge. Priced at 2.95, offered at Winter Street First Floor.
White Shoes Arrive With Dorothy Dodd Line
The notice promotes a new Dorothy Dodd white footwear line with various styles from sport oxfords to bridal slippers. It highlights white reinskin options and Braemore Oxfords, offering pairs at 7.50 and other white shoes ranging 5.00 to 9.00.
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Dorothy Dodd
Braemore Oxfords
YoungsSet
Vanity Fair Silken Vests for Summer Comfort
A NY fashion note praises Vanity Fair silk vest lingerie as essential summer comfort. The page highlights a glove silk vest with bodice top and ribbon straps, offered in all sizes at a price of 2.35.
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Vanity Fair
Silk Umbrellas Become Spring Fashion Accessory
Rain falls on bright silk umbrellas and the season’s smart choice is to wear an umbrella as part of the outfit. Silk options in multiple colors with pyramn or applewood handles cost 6.50, satin bordered models 5.95, at Tremont Street First Floor. Include a card for Mother and buy promptly for a wide assortment up to 50c.
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Tremont Street
Winter Street
Handkerchiefs Offer Embroidered and Banded Designs
A seller promotes pongee handkerchiefs at one dollar for three, featuring embroidered corners and bright banded patterns in maize orange lavender brown rose or yellow with white centres. Three for a dollar.
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Tremont Street
Long Chamoisette Gloves Trend This Season
Fashion notes highlight longer chamoisette gloves with cape and wrap styles for street wear. Silver grey remains popular and embroidery options add variety. Prices range from 2.00 to 2.50.
Stockings with built in garter cuff for secure wear
An advert notes glove silk stockings with a garter cuff that stays up when worn, reducing bother and increasing safety. Available in black white and street shades in plain and fancy weaves, priced at 3.00 and 3.50.
The Golden Glints Shampoo Ad Slogan
An advertisement promotes The Golden Glints Shampoo by Cinderella Golden Glint. It claims the special formula cleans and brightens hair adding health and life to dull colored hair. The package is offered for 25 cents at On the Thoroughfare.
Haircut style appeal at affordable Barber Shop
Summer fashion note urges bobbed hair as the coming trend. It promises easy care and a pleasant surprise for friends. Expert service offered at fifty cents to cut and fifty cents to curl at Winter Street Third Floor.
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Winter Street
Personal Shopper Promises Unlimited Service at Beach 4000
The speaker offers personal shopping help and suggests shopping for clothes suitable for growing cabbages. They invite the reader to write as to an old friend or call Beach 4000 to arrange the service. The note blends casual tone with unusual references to cabbage growing and a Prince Charming.
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