Steeplechase Island to open under new plan after conference
Steeplechase Island will reopen this season after owner George C. Tilyou reversed a closing decision following talks with Captain Paul Boyton and Fred Enos. The island will feature free picnic parks, a refreshed bathing beach, ample water, new lights, and expanded concessions with no exclusive rights. A 25 cent all-attractions ticket will supplement the 10 cent admission to cover 25 attractions. Captain Boyton aims to make Steeplechase a premier Connecticut resort with varied entertainment and improved facilities. Captain Jim Daly seeks a game with Fairfield Jrs. on their field tomorrow.
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Paul Boyton
Fred Enos
Board of Trade
George C. Tilyou
Tilyou
Boyton
Bridgeport
Toyton
New York
Connecticut
Auto Chemical For Danbury With No Cost To City
Danbury volunteers of the Beckerle Hose company plan to acquire a modern auto chemical fire fighting machine at no city cost. After 25 years of service they will fund the vehicle and its house through the ranks of local residents. The aim is to modernize city firefighting while fully covering expenses.
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United Press
Danbury
Auto Chemical Hose
Beckerle Hose Company
Lost Child Whistle Saves Youngster On Brink Of Ledge
In Quincy Massachusetts a two year old wandered near a granite quarry ledge when the fire alarm system sounded its lost child whistle. Hundreds joined a search and the boy was found just a few feet from the edge, saved from a plunge by the warning.
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United Press
Quincy
Mass
John Clark
Forty three cars to start in 500 mile sweepstakes
Indianapolis May 2 The 500 mile sweepstakes at Indianapolis will feature 43 cars starting after the Lozier driven by Van Gorder was withdrawn following Saturday’s collision. The crowd is expected to be the largest in auto racing history and the track is in fine condition.
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Indianapolis
Lozier
van Gorder
Captain Charged With Seeking His Own Safety First
Panama May 23 Survivors of the National Steamship Taboga recount a rock collision near Guanico Point Tuesday night and sinking. Captain Campbell faces accusations of ungallant conduct and prioritizing his safety over passengers as Chief Engineer Perivanches and a Cuban sailor went down. M Ponsignon was rescued after 12 hours at sea. death toll stands at 14 passengers and nine crew. Fashion notes follow with spring and summer trends featuring white fabrics, berths, fibhus, and broad embroidered collars.
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Panama
Guanico Point
David
Perivanches
Campbell
Taboga
M. Ponsignon
Fashions Embrace Taffeta, Belts and Lace Details
FADS AND FASHIONS describe high waists and wasp waists, taffeta gowns, beaded borders on summer outfits, leather belts in black and white, and wide lace trims. New bags with long cords, fringe, and tassels appear. belts feature deep points and simple buckles. Florals, rosettes, chrysanthemums, and roses accent hats and neckwear. gowns mix Louis XVI and Victorian styles with varied fabrics, embroidery, and chiffon.
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Paris
Things About Automobiles Worth Knowing
A wide survey of auto topics covers Stavanger Norway car ownership, early milestones in road building in the United States, and Korea’s annexation era railway and highway plans. It notes motor travel in Death Valley, driving safety lessons after eye injuries, and the rise of motorized fire apparatus in Massachusetts. The piece explains preignition, carbon removal, and maintenance fixes for ignition vibrators, plus the push for two national auto highways and a Camden to Atlantic City motorway.
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North Carolina
Tennessee
Davis
Newark
N. J
Death Valley
Harrisburg
White Haven
Daniel J. Shern
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Korea
Tokio
New Jersey
Atlantic City
Camden
Dix
New York
Lahoma
Okla
Washington
Hobson
Big Crowd Sees Bridgeport Defeat Springfield at Newfield Park
A 3000 strong crowd watched Bridgeport beat the Springfield Ponies at Newfield Park on Saturday. Freddy Gibbs starred with a drop ball that kept the Ponies scoreless until the ninth. Kauff and Crook made sensational catches as Temple of Springfield was hit hard by the Mechanics. Opening day at Brooklawn Country Club featured ideal weather and many dinner parties.
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Bridgeport
Springfield
Newfield Park
Freddy Gibbs
Kauff
Crook
Temple of
Brooklawn Country Club
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Jim Daly
Alliance
Holland Hill
Fairfield Jrs
Auto Chemical
Bacon
East St
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Foley
F. B. Brill
Curtis Pharmacy
Ayer
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Anthony Redellsburger
Pottsville
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Ade
Ammoni
Main St. City Bakery
Bridgeport Finance CO
Fairfield Ave
Warner
RIDGE
Park Avenue
Johnson Street
A. Elwood & Son, Inc
Main
Wheeler & Howes
East End
Congress Street Bridge
N. Buckingham & Co. Ince
State Street
Berkshire Mill CO
Ira Gregory
Main Street
Stratford Avenue
Lehigh
Naugatuck Valley Aes Co
Fairfield Avenue
Aventuf
ICE
Sprague
Lehigh Coal Sprague Ice & Coal CO
East Wash. Ave. Bridge
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