House Debates Reyburn Bill on Federal Control of Rail Financing
Washington June session drills into the Reyburn bill to curb speculative stock and bond issues in rail financing. Representative Adams of Georgia, head of the Interstate Commerce Commission, leads the measure to remove fictitious capitalization and curb sources of evil in railroad financing. Opponents plan to attack key features, including requiring prior approval of securities.
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Wastiticton
Adamsosy
Georgia
Interstate Commerce Commission
Esnaral
Civil Service Examination for Marine Draftsmen in New England
Examination announced for male Marine Engine and Boner Draftemen in Maine New Hampshire Vermont Massachusetts Rhode Island and Connecticut. Subjects include mathematics education and technical training with four years experience. apply for form 1371 to the secretary of the first Civil Services District Boston or the U S Service Board at the Post Office for details.
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Civ Service
Maine
New Hampshire
Vermont
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Connecticut
First Civil Services District
Port Office
Boston
U. S. Service Board
Fawn Found In Southport Town Amid Ordinary Chats
In Southport reports describe a young fawn born on Sunday found in town. A buck and two does were seen nearby as residents care for the fawn. Mother deer and rain needs for crops are noted. The piece also records light local anecdotes about bathing and a child’s ice cream lunch request.
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Paris
Albany Man Overcomes Longstanding Stomach Ailment
Mr George Galoise of 95 Jay Street Albany Minnesota suffered years of stomach trouble. He tried many remedies and faced cancer scare requiring possible operation. After treatment he reports being alive and well and credits a drastic turnaround with a personal note describing his recovery.
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George Galoise
Jay Street
Albany
Gome
Clive
Stringent Wedding Laws of Spain to Be Observed
A U S territory ceremony set in a magistrate’s residence with Eduardo Dato and the Marquis of Lema among those officiating. Attendants include Miss Elizabeth Willard and Princess of Thurn und Taxis. Bride in ivory satin, wedding breakfast at the American embassy followed by a grand reception with diplomats and Spain’s nobility.
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United States
Eduardo Dato
Marquis of Lema
Paris
Herbert Brown
Madrid
Em!e
Spain
Hizabeth Willard
Thurnard Taxis
Katherine Page
Mile
Gillone le Venurs de Tillies
Virginia Christian
Chinese Regulars Surround Bandits Near Ningchow
Pekin dispatch reports White C ol, a Chinese brigand who has devastated Hu-Peh Ho-Nan and Shen-Si provinces, looting towns and burning villages. After eluding forces, he torched Ningchow and Tao-Chow, then attacked Chont monastery before regular troops cornered him near Lilly Mountain, 100 miles south of Lanchow.
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Pekin
China
Hu-Peh
Ho-Nan
Shen-Si
Kan-Su
Ningchow
Tao-Chow
Chont
Lilly Mountain
Lanchow
Eagles Celebrate Eleventh Anniversary Tonight at Eagles Hall
Bridgeport era Eagles mark their eleventh anniversary this evening in Eagles hall. The degree team plans to initiate a large class of young Eagles. An old fashioned social with refreshments and entertainment will follow as a large delegation gathers.
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Bridgeport Aerue
Eagles
Sacrifice of Helpless Children in St Lawrence Horror
The Empress of Ireland disaster along the St Lawrence River is recalled as ships Storstad and Lady Grey collided, sending nearly 4,000 souls to the dock at Quebec. Caskets bearing infant victims are shown, too small for easy handling by sailors amid the grim scene.
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St. Lawrence River
Villa’s Rebus at Saltillo Prepares to Push After Federals
Saltillo becomes base for Villa’s feral troops as rebels near San Luis Potosi tear up the railroad near the city. General Villa claims an army of about 20,000 while rebels guard outskirts after the evacuation of Federal forces. photos show scenes at Saltillo.
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Saltillo
San Luis Potosi
Maas
Villa
Fed
Bridgeport Aerie Founded In 1998 With 1500 Members
Represented by grand treasurer Frederick Hughes of New York the Bridgeport aerie was instituted on June 5, 1998 with Henry E Shannon as the first president and now has a membership of over 1500.
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Frederick Hughes
New York
Bridgeport Aerie
Henry E Shannon
New London Church Destroyed by Fire
A Montauk Avenue Baptist Church fire in New London destroyed the church and damaged the parsonage roof. Total losses are estimated at 25 000 to 30 000 with insurance partially covering. Fire officials traced cause to electric wiring and nearby homes were spared significant damage. Rev Francis W Adams and family lived in the parsonage.
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New London
Montauk Avenue
Niagara Auto Chemical
Francis W. Adams
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