Automobiles and road safety debates across early 20th century
An article surveys automotive developments and policy ideas, detailing device aids to prevent skidding, rear wheel guidance, and traffic regulations. It notes American influence abroad, compares European and American practices, and recounts anecdotes about pedals, a German driver, and a Massachusetts child driving a touring car amid early road policing.
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Massachusetts
New England
Yonneau
Vigne Lymen Blish
Little Lyman
Blish
Lyman
Meedy
Administrator's Bill Seen Too Large
Winsted August 7 an authoritative source says the bill of John D. Baldwin administrator of the Emmeline Mills estate was 25000 dollars, ten thousand more than a previously large estate. The heirs objected and a second bill of 1500 dollars for legal advice by lawyer S A Herman is noted with Hartford attorney Alvin Waldo Hyde acting for the heirs.
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Winsted
John D. Baldwin
Emmeline Mills
A. Herman
Alvin “Waldo Hyde
Hartford
Lawyer Indicates Intent to Proceed to Superior Court
The case is being watched by those familiar with the circumstances and is widely discussed. The attorney stated a settlement satisfactory to his clients could avoid trial, but he made no secret of pursuing the matter to the superior court if needed.
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Snn
H.R. Bradford
Cartercar Company
Skane Lee Nuptials At St Peter's Church
Miss Anna Lee daughter of Mr and Mrs James Lee married James J Skane son of Mr and Mrs James Skane at St Peter's Church in a nuptial mass. Rev Thomas J Kelley officiated. Bridesmaid Margaret Les. best man Thomas Skane. Honeymoon includes Boston Revere Beach Springfield Worcester. Home thereafter at 104 Clinton Avenue after Aug 20.
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St. Peter's Church
Anna Lee
James Lee
Clinton Avenue
James J. Skane
James Skane
West Avenue
Thomas J. Kelley
Marwarer Les
Thomas Skane
West End
South End
Hoe
Crane Valve Co
Skane
Wholesale Prices and Rural Credit Complaint
A long list of wholesale prices covers butter eggs fruit poultry vegetables and hay with varied rates. The piece notes farmers saying banks are reluctant to lend for growing crops, implying lenders fear losing or diminished returns if they advance funds.
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Gozen
Hennery White
Hennery Brown
hennery brown, 28¢@30c; gathered and mixed, 2i@27c. ‘Fritts
Duchess of Oldenberg
Pbl
Nyack
Clapp
Barclay
Bell
Scooter
Connecticut
Glover
Ark
Long Island
Jersey
Tds
Redding Resident to Try and Save Valley Ponds
Stephen Sanford vows to stick to his price for land as Water Co. seeks to acquire ponds. Other items of interest include local developments and community concerns in Redding.
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Redding
Valley Ponds
Stephen Sanford
Price For Land Water Co
Redding plans to save Pleasant Valley panda
Noble F. Hoggson leads effort to save the panda of Pleasant Valley after Bridgeport Hydraulic Co decreed its removal. Talks with company reps last Saturday promised a decision soon and relief from prior harsh tone. Community and Sanford family await a verdict and possible compensation.
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Redding
Noble F. Hoggson
Pleasant Valley
Bridgeport Hydraulic Co
Hoggson
Yale
Hogeson
Sanford
Scaure
Stephen Sanford
Mar
Lydia Barnum
West Hedding
Wing
Norwalk
Tongue
Redding Center
Southern
Shusband
Julia Marlowe
B. D. Pierce ‘Co
Lonetown State Road
Wort
Lmit
Bennett
J. Patrick Sullivan
Misa
Margaret Reynolds
Sunset Hill
Bethel Catholic
Joseph Sullivan
Albert Williams
Lonetown
Putnam Park
Bridgeport
Danbury
Bethel
Plumtrees
Charles Nordman
Rugs for sale with velvet and patterned pieces
Classified listing offers two velvet and patterned area rugs. One 8 by 3 by 19 and a half foot rug and a 9 by 12 velvet rug priced at $25.00 each. Readable text limited. a compact ad shows bargain prices for two rugs from a local seller.
Sale and refreshments at Sanford School gym charity event
The Parleh Ald society of the Dple copal church plans a sale of fancy and useful articles with refreshments and attractions at Sanford School gym on the afternoon and evening of Aug 14. Also noted: local items include a temporary chauffeur engagement, a college plan, a new milk express by auto, the death of William Hill, a Beacan Falls visit, and Redding Grange plotting a fall dramatic performance.
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Parleh Ald Society
Dplecopal
Sanford School
Herbert
W. H. Jepson
Bridgeport
F. L. Dunnell
the Ridge
Sullivan Bros
Wiliam Blake
William Hill
West Side
W. Burr Hill
Aaron Read
Beacon” Falls
George Read
Marion Williams
Redding Grange
Justice Hall Dies from Excessive Heat in Oakland
Justice Samuel P. Hall of the California Court of Appeals died suddenly during dinner at his sister Mrs. A A Moore's home in Oakland late last night. Heat is blamed for the death. A daughter of the late justice is Mrs. Anthony Caminetti Sr., wife of a son of the United States Commissioner General of Immigration.
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Oakland
Col
Samuel P. Hall
California Court of Appeals
A. A. Moore
Anthony Caminetti
United States Commissioner General of Immigration
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Atte Otter
Lawlor
James A. Galliven
Bowton
Weehington
New York
Washington
Gallien
Jone
Abele
Beaton
Biistion
Etary
Manteredde Warnins
Iy Chiesen
Seweck
Etre
St. Jowe
Los Angrins
Brattice
San Diego
Memphis
Mauiedille
Atunia
Denver
St. Pad
Deo
Mrnney
Dubnoweket
Purtland
Puilapelnes
Philippises
United States Army
Benguet
Beevia
Bronebottt
Pew
Cere
Bereta
North Pole
South Pole
Polarine
Standard Oil Company
Standard Oil Company of
EE Bros. Furniture
MAIN
Congress ST
Ash
Ranney
Hake
Royal Wilton
Axminster
Hage Sats
Ap Anetol
Axmister
Eeetinieet
Brussels
Inster
Voline
Justice Hall
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