House Democrats Vote As Unit On Direct Primaries
The House Democrats caucused to back the direct primary bill, with a rule forcing a united Democratic vote. The measure, already passed by the Senate, is praised as fair and efficient, potentially backed by Progressives and some Republicans. Judge John B. Perry of Southport is credited as author, with bipartisan roots and a 1907-1913 effort culminating in broad support for direct primaries nationwide.
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New York
New Jersey
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Democratic Senate
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Teachers of Agriculture Paid More in High Schools
A US Bureau of Education bulletin finds high school agriculture teachers earn notably higher salaries than peers in other subjects. The typical male teacher in high schools earns about 700 dollars, while agriculture instructors show a common pay around 1200 dollars. The shortage of qualified agriculture teachers and state aid for agricultural instruction drive higher wages.
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United States Bureau of Education
United States
Growth of Agriculture Teaching Elevates Teacher Pay and Careers
The article notes higher salaries and more principal opportunities for teachers who supplement regular duties with agriculture instruction. It traces rapid growth in agricultural education from sparse early 1900s presence to extensive high school programs by 1912, with 17 states mandating elementary agriculture in various rural or district contexts.
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United States
Bureau of Education
Alabama
Arkansas
California
Florida
Georgia
Louisiana
Maine
Mississippi
Missouri
North Carolin
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Ohio
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Texas
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Editorial Notes On Public Figures And May Day Observances
The piece recounts Theodore Roberts the actor’s early stage debut thirty three years ago and notes Harry Leon Wilson’s birthday as a prolific author born in Oregon. It chronicles multiple Mrs Wilsons, Dr Simon Patten’s fifty year birthday, opinions on tariff and party politics, and a history of suspension bridges. It discusses Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught, and his Canadian commemorations, Scouts commissions, and public praise. It then shifts to May Day origins, labor Day parades in major cities, and the socialist celebration history from 1883 to 1890, ending with a 1617 English riot linked to May Day and royal pardons.
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Scouts
Baden-Powell
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St. Louis
Samuel Gompers
America
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London
Lincoln
Hal
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Donovan free to continue his fight for hatters
Washington May 1 Congressman Donovan informs the Democratic caucus he does not wish to be bound by the caucus act. this allows him to pursue his fight for the Danbury hatters. He may align with party members on final tariff votes. BH Hill of Norwalk, Conn, arrives in Washington to hear debates.
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Danbury Hatters
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J. Hill
Norwalk
Conn
What Do These Men Expect?
In Washington on May 1 a sharp debate over tariff reform surfaces as Senator Brandegee attacks Democratic aims to cut protection. He accuses progressives and voters in Connecticut of hypocrisy while noting 33,000 voters backed the Progressive ticket, shifting control to Democrats in three branches. A demand for Justice Holmes’ Supreme Court defense speech also exhausts a Senate documentary committee edition in 10 days.
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French Ivory Puff and Mirror Box at Special Price
Atlantic Pharmacy advertises a French Ivory puff and mirror compact for handbags at 19 cents. Location noted as Sou Mai Street with a special price highlight for shoppers.
Democrats Caucus in Primaries in Hartford May 1
Special to The Farmer reports Hartford on May 1 where Democrats in the House chose Representative Wilson as caucus chairman and Bree as clerk. They pledged solid support for the direct primary bill as it passes the Senate, and debated methods to bind Democratic unity for county commissioners amid possible Republican opposition.
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Senate
House
Representative Wilson
Bridgeport
Bree
New Haven
Thoms
Magee
The Vogue of Cotton Crepes At Read Co Store
The D M Read Co promotes crepes with Dresden figures stripes and flowered designs. Dolly Varden crepes price 50 cents a yard. Japanese crepes 25 cents. ratine stripes 39 cents. figured crepes 21 cents. wash gowns 17 cents. Free 10 cent Wilson Dress Hooks card with ad presentation at Nation Department.
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Dresden
Nation Department
Wilson
Umbrellas Offered In Mission Style At 98 Cents
Women shoppers are invited to view twenty six inch umbrellas on the main floor front. The articles feature carofi cloth canopies, gun metal and silver trimmed handles with natural sticks. A very good umbrella at a bargain price of 98 cents.
Romola Toilet Dainties on Special Prices
Romola preparations have lingered in stock and prove popular with customers returning for more. Special prices introduce Romola Cream Lilas Violet Cold Cream Hair Tonic Violet Ammonia Toilet Benzoin Face Lotion Liquid Antiseptic Talcum Tooth Powder Face Powder and more at reduced values.
The D M Read Co Good for Children Interests in Growth
The D M Read Company statement presents the belief that engaging children in growing things is beneficial. It frames gardening and plant growing as a positive activity that nurtures curiosity, responsibility, and learning in young readers.
Justice for oyster fisheries fuels tax debate in country town
In a tense hearing a speaker defending oyster fisheries argued against taxing the industry claiming it bears a fair share of the burden but opponents pressed for facts. Former senators and officials testified, the session adjourned, to resume today as the dispute over tax equity continues. Charlestown reports arrests tied to alleged Socialist incitement linked to mining strikes. Bethel notes Connecticut Pharmaceutical Association’s convention set for June 11–12 at Hotel Pembroke in Woodmont.
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West Hartford
Finance Committee
Moone
Mr. Perry
Shellfish Commission
Shell Fisheries Committee
Perry
Allance
General Assembly
Chandler
Shanley
Woodruff
Rhode Island
Connecticut
Henry C. Rowe
National Association
Homans
Mitchell
Hammond
Bethel
P. J. Garvin
Connecticut Pharmaceutical Association
Pembroke
Woodmont
Garden Hose Deals and Stock Sizes Displayed
A local hardware listing shows three quarter inch hoses priced from 2100 to 186 for ER6 and half inch hoses at .50 to 120 foot. Brass hoses from Nozales and Menderr labeled with two for pricing appear in the ad.
Baseball Gear Prices Adjusted in Local Store
Local outfitter lists baseball goods with price drops and notes savings. Fielders gloves now four dollars, masks at six and shoes from 823.50 down to 94.00, plus smaller items priced to clear. Inventory highlights targeted for players seeking bargains.
Ad sizes in stock Rock Bowen Prices
Ad sizes available in stock with pricing listed for Rock Bowen items. Visit shop to see current offerings and place orders.
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Rock Bowen
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