Overcapitalization Debate Shapes Connecticut Public Utilities
Bridgeport reports detail a fight over public service corporations led by Atwater and Wells. They criticize overcapitalization, call for a small auditing commission, and note Governor Woodruff’s push for a regulatory bill. They warn of rate disparities and lobby influence, with passage likely next session.
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Port Colector
Marievnn
Donnelly
Bridgeport
Atwater
Connecticut
Mr. Atwater
Wells
Woodru
Wella
Commission
Publc
Mellen
Atte
Connecticut Railway & Lighting Company
Consolidated Street Railway
New Haven Road
Connecticut Railway & Lighting
Wels
Connecticult
Watertury
Consolidated Railroad
Interstate Commerce Commission
New
Woodruff
Judiciary Committee
Iast General Assembly
Rand
Woodrum
General Assembly
Whist Club Honors Clara Kirby Guests in Shamrock Decor
Miss Anna Rutenberg and Mr Morris Ackerman wed at the home of H Trager on Main Street after a mail courtship. The ceremony followed whist and music with prizes awarded to Miss Treee and Miss Clara Morris Ackerman of Sioux Falls. The couple plan a two week honeymoon before settling in the far west to run a cream business.
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Clara Kirby
Drew Place
Treee
Clara Ki
Morris L. Ackerman
Sioux Falls
Anna Rutenberg
New Haven
Mall
Snes
Ackerman
Ternpor
Weet
Zream
Inflammatory Rheumatism Cured in 3 Days Claim
Morton L. of Lebanon Indiana reports his wife suffered inflammatory rheumatism in every muscle and joint and was swollen, bedridden for months. The text asserts a cure in three days and mentions the address 1149 Main St corner.
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Morton L
A. Lebanon
Imacy
Main St. Cor
Coal Operators Threaten April Shutdown Amid Union Talks
In New York on March 17 President George F. Baer did not attend his usual meeting with anthracite rail executives. Operators threaten a coal mine shutdown on April 1 unless miners accept a new three year agreement or a strike occurs. If no deal is reached, options are a strike, a shutdown, or continuation of the existing pact for three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
George F. Baer
Philadelphia and Reading Railroad
Bridee Port Business Men's Association Elects Officers
At the annual meeting in Stratfeld last night the Bridee Port Business Men's Association elected officers led by President Frank W. Bolande and Vice President Andrew B. Cooper. Secretary George R. Barnes and Treasurer D. Fairchid Wheeler were also chosen along with a slate of rectors including MW. Manwaing James Roy and others. Bolande expressed willingness to serve a second term but preferred a successor be elected.
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Bridee- Port
Frank D. Bell
Carl C._ Reck
Charles L. Gaylord
Joseph P. Frisbie
James Feeley
Edward J. Gravee
Angus H. Mackenzie
Weather forecast for New Haven: colder and fair Thursday
United Press bulletin from New Haven reports a moving Lake region disturbance eastward into the St. Lawrence valley followed by high pressure and pleasant weather with lower temperatures. Zero readings were recorded in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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United Press
New Haven
Lake Region
St. Lawrence Valley
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Dr Budau Returns to Practice After Recuperation
Dr J B H D Budau has spent most of winter recuperating in London and is now back in the city in better health and ready to resume his medical practice.
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J. BH. D. Budau
Lond
Spring Clothes and Colorful Menswear at Meigs & Co
Meigs & Co presents bright Spring suits with vivid colors and striped patterns for men, featuring navy and gray tones, with emphasis on fit and shoulder shaping. Also notes spring hats, neckwear, shirts, and hosiery aligning with season trends at the store. The piece highlights women’s wear and general advertising from John F. Keane & Co. to L L M Paint ads.
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John F. Keane & Co
John Street
Meigs & Co
Meigs and Company
Clothig
Cleaneasy Hand Soap Promises Tough Stain Removal
Advertisement for Cleaneasy hand soap by Wm. R Winn at 244 Stratford Ave. Claims skin safe with no injury and instant removal of stove polish rust grease ink paint and dirt. Notes large can priced at 10 cents. Background mentions sun and moon times and tides.
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Wm. R Winn
Stratford Ave
Carmack Murder Case Goes to Jury
The trial of Colonel Duncan B Cooper his son Robin and ex Sheriff John D Sharp for the murder of former Senator Edward W Carmack ends trial phase as jury retires after Judge Hart's instructions. Public and legal minds view verdict as pivotal in Tennessee political history and a fierce campaign climax.
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United Press
Nashville, Tenn
Duncan B. Cooper
Robin
John D. Sharp
Edward W. Carmack
Hart
Cooper
Coopers
Sharp
Carmack
Tennessee
South
Miller Case to Be Heard Soon in Superior Court
Frederick Miller sues Ber ger, Connors & Berger for 2000 damages alleging he was trampled by a team of hoses frightened by the defendants auto. Miller, a 16 year Kelly driver, says he was unloading machinery at the Madison avenue plant when the auto entered the yard, he tried to pacify the horses and was knocked down. The case draws strong interest from team owners.
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Frederick Miller
Berger, Connors & Berger
Miller
George T. Kelly
Kelly
Madison Avenue
Deaths and Funerals. Benjamin Turton Dies at 824
Benjamin Turton died early this morning at his daughter Mrs John Rowbotham's home at 1 Barnum Avenue in the 824 year of his age. He was born in Sheffield England and came to the United States in 1890. He is survived by his daughter, two sons Walter of Sheffield and Harry of Sydney, thirty three grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren. The funeral will be held Friday at his daughter's home. Patrick Sunman of Danbury, brother of Funeral Director M J Gannon.
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Benjamin Turton
John Rowbotham
Barnum Avenue
Mr. Turton
Sheffield
England
Thomas Turton
Rowbotham
Walter
Harry
Sydney
New South Wales
Patrick 4
Sunman
Danbury
M. J. Gannon
Death of Hatters Union member Daniel Gannon
Druggiat Daniel Gannon died at his brother Michael Gannon’s home at 1650 Park Avenue after a lingering illness. He was a hatter by trade and a member of the United Hatters Union of North America. He is survived by six sisters and by two brothers. Funeral services for Peter Duach were held on Grand Street, conducted by Rev. H. Wiemer of the German Reformed church, with Steuben lodge of the J O O F in charge and pallbearers Charles Henes Charles Meyer Chris Kost John Gerlish Julius Paul and George Seelinger.
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Daniel Gannon
Michael
Park Avenue
Deceas
United Hatters’ Union of North America
John P. Eagan
Thomas Winsted
Danbury
Margaret G. Phelan
Elizabeth
Catherine
Dells Gannon
Peter Duach
Grand Street
H. Wiemer
German Reformed Church
Steuben Lodge
Lakeview Cemetery
Charles Henes
Charles Meyer
Chris~ee Kost
Gerlsh
Julius Paul
George Seelinger
Persistent Salt Rheum Affects Patient Over Years
The fragment notes a long term eye or skin condition described as salt rheum lasting four years and mentions a consult with a healer or doctor figure about the ailment. The text is fragmented and contains likely misspellings and misattributions.
Face Bruising Incident Described in January Fall
A fragmentary 1908 note recalls a January 31 fall from a wagon injuring the face and head. The account includes garbled phrases about appearance and a street setting, followed by brief classifieds suggesting a 1 cent rate for farmer want ads and rental or sale lines.
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HUB Clothing
Bridgeport Public Market Branch
Frankfurts
East Main Street
W. E. Halligan
Broad
Edna RO
Iem Naka
State Street
California Port
Geo. B. Clark & Co
Fairfield Avenue
The
Peck & Lines Co
Middle ST
Bridgeport, Conn
Crawford
Inett
Foley
F. B. Brill
Bolande
Himeself
Kmehar
USA
MAIN
Russia
Pat
Oxford
Fen
Harry Rider
Bridgeport Ct
Northrop Bros
Southport
D. N. Clarkeston i
Terry & Son
Ansonia
M. T. Gregory & Son
Milford
U. & Government
Ely
Cyrus
Cyrus Pharmacy
Cannon St
TVF
Moon Risessee
Nashville
Cuticura
Godtor
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