Farmer rejects stockholder eligibility for public utilities panel
The Courant notes the proposed utilities law would let stockholders in public service firms join a $7,500 salary commission but is criticized as premature. The Farmer urges delaying enactment and prefers a properly empowered, independent commission free from stockholder influence.
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The
Courant
Bridgeport
the Courant
Public Utilities Commission
Commission
Railway Association Presses for Higher Freight Rates
The Railway Business association, comprised of railroad supply manufacturers, urges an increase in freight rates. The group argues higher rates boost orders from railroads, while consumers bear the ultimate cost of pricier goods. The public is urged to side with market interests in this dispute.
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Railway Business Association
Vanderbilt
The
Sherman Defines Republicanism as Voting Ticket and Policies
In a Wisconsin convention speech Vice President Sherman declares a Republican is one who votes the Republican ticket and supports Republican measures in Congress. He asserts dissenters do not meet the test, a view aligned with President Taft, signaling a shift from conciliation to open conflict with the insurgent movement.
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Wisconsin
Sherman
Congress
Taft
Aldrich
Middle West
Cannon
Public Service Commission Means Justice At Home
William L. Ransom urged Bridgeport leaders to back a public service commission, citing New York action against New Haven Railroad for failing to post fare hikes 30 days ahead. He argued Connecticut residents lack a state body to challenge interstate rate increases and urged state action to secure justice locally.
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Public Service Commission
Justice AT Home
William L. Ransom
Bridgeport Business Men's Association
Bridgeport Board of Trade
New York
New Haven Railroad
Westchester
Ransom
New York State
Westchester County
Connecticut
Inter-State Commerce Commission
New York State Commission
United States
Massachusetts
Foley's Kidney Pills Improve Kidney and Bladder Health
Mr B F Kelley of Springfield Illinois reports kidney and bladder trouble lasting a year with dull headaches and pain. After a few weeks on Foley's Kidney Pills the headaches ceased and bladder action returned to normal, leaving him free of symptoms. F B Brill and ae pharmacy 1
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Mr. B. F.* Kelley
Springfield
Ill
Foley
F. B. Brill
F. B. Brill Curtis Pharmacy
Taft bars Harrison from White House over criticism
Washington June 10 President Taft refused to receive Rep Francis Burton Harrison of New York and his delegation of Jewish constituents amid a Ballinger Pinchot controversy charge. Harrison says the meeting was delayed then blocked. Norton and Taft defend the action as not humiliating but due to Harrison public statements.
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Washington
Harrison
Taft
Francis Burton Harrison
New York
House
Russia
Congress
Kelcher
Massachusetts
Goldfogle
Capitol
Messrs
Representative Harrison
White House
Senate of the
United States
Ballinger- Pinchot
Norton
Harrison and
Goldfogie
Mr. Taft
Mr. Harrison
Harriaoe
Mr. Norton
Wickersham
Democrats Call for Immediate Financial Support for Campaign
A historical appeal urges Democratic unity to win the next House and asks supporters to donate to the National Democratic Congressional Committee in Washington. Messages from James T. Lloyd and Joseph E. Ransdell emphasize voluntary funding and contrast with the reportedly well funded Republican committee.
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House of Representatives
Washington
National Democratic Congressional Committee
Washington, D. C
Republican Committee
James T. Lloyd
Jos. E. Ransdell
Pinance Committee
Scottish Rite Masons Elect Bridgeport Men to Offic es
New London at the thirty first annual session of the council of deliberation Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons chose officers including Illustrious Commander in Chief Les L Hubbard and Grand First Lieutenant Commander Henry G Canfield. Other posts filled by Bridgeport Hartford Norwich New Haven Meriden and Waterbury members. Annual session set for June 8 1911 in New Haven. Foley Kidney Pills advertise in local pharmacy pages.
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New London
Council of Deliberation
Les L. Hubbard
Henry G. Canfield
Bridgeport
William W. Frayer
Hartford
Jesse B. Cornwall
Angus H. Mackenzie
Costello Lippitt
Norwich
Eli C. Birdsey
Meriden
Albert S. Comstock
Charles E. Rounds
New Haven
William W. Price
George A. Kies
Rial S. Peck
George C. Curtiss
Waterbury
Grand Sentinel
Burton W. Strickland
Masonic Temple
Summer novelties and white goods sale at department store
In the Colored Wash Goods Section shoppers encounter summer novelties including Windsor Batiste in Paisley designs, silk muslins for scarves, and 16‑button silk gloves offered at reduced prices. White Goods feature pillow shams, scarfs, lace pieces, and table covers with multiple price points. Also advertised are garden insect powders and a basement special on colored silk umbrellas.
Department Store Sale Ad Promotes Bargains on Fabrics and Goods
The D M Read Co Radford B Smith at 1072 Main St and 89 Fairfield Ave advertise a sale with low prices on shirts, bath suits, lighters, toys, garden hoses, blankets, belts, napkins, crepe paper, dress bands, ties, neglige shirts, socks, dog collars, rubber heels, tennis rackets, gloves, and fabric like canvas, gingham, and crepe. The ad emphasizes summer cottage fittings and best value in the city.
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Radford B. Smith
Main St
Fairfield Ave
Autoist Jordan Found Criminally Careless in Fatal Willimantic Case
Willimantic June 10 Roland B Jordan 18 who drove the auto mobile which hit and killed Charles Ladda on Memorial day is held to have been criminally careless Coroner Bill sent the finding to the prosecuting attorney The finding rests on a law requiring care and not driving faster than six miles an hour when near a trolley car about to stop This is believed to be the first such finding since the new automobile act.
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Conn
the Farmer Publishing CO
Bridge Port
Ila Dike
Advanee
F. B. Brill and
Curtis Pharmacy
Carter
PLEER
Drust
Ema
D. M. Read Co
Windsor Batiste
Loraine Madras
Jordan
Atlantic
Aisling
Tailoring
Cannon Street
Farnum
Kafka & Co
Eckler & CO
Main Street
CG. C. Schneider
D.D.S
Parker’s
P. O. Arcade
Henry C. Reid
Bank ST
the Burns CO
Kelly’s Cigar Store
James H. Kelly
Widdleman
Jackson
Charles Frohman
Billie Burke
Mes. Dot
W. S. Maugham
Jack Straw
Penelope
Lady Federick
Lyceum Theatre
Town Hall
Stratford
St. James’ R. CO
Seidgeport
Newfield Park
NEW Britain
A M. Wooster
U. S. Patent Office
Maullins
Main
State Sts
Frisbie
F. J. Abercrombie
Water ST
State Street
Fred J. Elander
Bricklayers and Plasterer
Union No. 2
Stone Masons No. 4
New Hall
Wall St
Jas. Fitzpatrick
John Clift
Poli Stock Company
Henry Miller
D. Goldberg
Lumber Street
Armory S
MILES
Etholomay
Rochester
M. J. Maloney
Jones Avenue
M. Wittstein
W. D. Cook & Son
Water Street
F. C. Brady
Farmer
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