Water control stirs Bridgeport debate in Fairfield clash
A dubious push by city officials to own Bridgeport water supply faces opposition from the Cities and Bridges committee. The panel, aligned with Fairfield interests, likely blocks city ownership, citing veto power conditions and the previous General Assembly act as ineffective. The piece notes tariff politics, coffee trade, and a Washington row on inheritance tax, linking local water rights to broader fiscal strains.
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Trolley Charters and Tariffs in Taft Era Debate
Aharsh critique argues that more trolley charters would be granted without real public benefit and warns against insincere ventures. It predicts Taft may push an income tax modeled on Japan to curb wealth growth. It notes aging protectionist duties and quotes Schwab and Carnegie on steel and industry.
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Peck Fairchild wedding invitations issued in Stratford
Stratford notes invite the Peck and Fairchild wedding set for April 14 at the bride’s residence. The town buzzes with social and town news including graduations, travels, church meetings, a new fire hose building, and local industry updates as residents anticipate spring.
Fairfield Town Discusses Fire District and Local Updates
The Fairfield summary notes dispossession case decisions, tenant departure by April 1, and owner occupancy. Local talks include forming a center-town fire district, better fire alerts, and a house telephone for Hook & Ladder. Spring cleanup begins with trimming, raking, and drainage work as town plans advance.
Fairfield County News A Barn Fire and a Drowning Case
A barn at Sound Beach owned by Ea win Binney and occupied by Pail Pyonkett burned late Saturday. A nearby chicken coop and many chickens were destroyed. an automobile was lost. George Frank Lake of Danbury was found dead in a hospital tower harboring a brain issue. Mrs Isaac Palmer of Sound Beach fractured and dislocated her shoulder after tripping on a rug. Stamford bond bids for public improvements, park bonds, and a new town hall bond were opened with notable bids from PB M Farnsworth Co Boston and W J Hayes & Son Cleveland.
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