Ice Price Dispute Highlights New Haven Hearing
New Haven hearing reveals Berkshire Ice Company sells ice to New York dealers at 2 per ton and to Connecticut buyers at 6 per ton F. O. B. Congomond, with New York prices higher. Henry W. Walker of Berkshire Ice defends pricing as supply demand and refuses to answer how much the company can still pay dividends.
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New Haven
Lune
Berkehire
New York
Lake Congomond
Connecticut
New York City
Henry W. Walker
Berkshire Ice Company
Bridgeport Ice Delivery Company
Walker
George E. Crawford
Crawford
Uividand
Aeam Gwer
Interstate Commerce Board Seeks Expanded Regulatory Power
Washington June 1 The Interstate Commerce Commission would gain broader oversight over railroad and wire systems when returned to private control. The House committee report on the bill for immediate return of telegraph and telephone companies to their owners urged continuation of government fixed rates for up to six months, then I C C authority to set rates and other matters without delay.
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Washington
Interstate Commerce*commission
House
Commerce
Interstate Commerce Commission
Eight killed six hurt in Vienna riot
In Copenhagen the date June 16 reports a Communist demonstration in Vienna where eight people were killed and 66 injured as about six thousand protesters sought the release of detainees. The unrest erupted during the Sunday protest.
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Vienna
Copenhagen
Remark on a Tiger Hunt Mention in 11 Year Old Feat
An 11 year old named Prince is noted in connection with killing a tiger in a historic report. The fragment mentions a figure Rao FHolkar and a pictured scene but lacks complete context or verifiable details about dates locations or organizations.
Chase Drops to Seventh in Batting Order
Tal Chase, previously struggling, is moved to seventh position in the batting lineup. Arthur Fletcher, who held the spot, moves up to third. The note on privatization of the wires does not show Burleson benefiting the system in any way.
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Yo Ho
Chase
Tal Chase
Arthur Fletcher
Elks Hold Annual Flag Day Service at High School
A large Bridgeport gathering at the High School observed the Elks Flag Day service with representatives from G A R, Spanish War Veterans, Sons of Veterans, and world war groups. Exalted Ruler Patrick J. Kelley presided as speakers cited the flag’s history and sacrifice, with music by Speidel's orchestra and the Criterion Quartet.
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Bridgeport Lodge
G. A. RB
Sons of Veterans
the Elks
Patrick J. Kelley
Speidel
Criterion Quartet
Louis C. Fenton
E. F. McGovern
Harry A. Goldstein
P. H. McCarron
Lodge No. 10
Boston
Brotherhood of Man
Bunker Hill
Argonne
Frank Conroy
Ibe
The
Elks
United States
Red Cross
Salvation Army
Biks
la It
Gen. Pershing
Fire Hits Half Canadian Nadgewick Settlement
Fredericton New Brunswick June 16. A destructive fire ravaged Nadgewick about fifty miles west of Arpbellion along the Canadian National railway. Forty houses and several mills were destroyed, and many dwellings collapsed in the blaze. The extent of damage and causal details remain under investigation.
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Fredericton
N. B
Nadgewick
Canadian National Railway
War changes men in medical field in Atlantic City
In Atlantic City on June 16 Dr Lewis Stephen Pilcher, president of the Surgery section of the congress of American Physicians and Surgeons, told a session his annual address that war altered medical officers. He said the training camp transformed their mentality and sense of duty, creating lasting dissatisfaction with civilian life and a stronger drive for professional attainment.
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Atlantic City
N. J
Lewis Stephen Pilcher
Congress of American Physicians and Surgeons
Ministers Annual Outing Draws 45 Clergymen to Rose Home
Bridgeport clergy gathered for the Pastors association annual outing at Rev William W Rose’s Nichols home. About 45 ministers attended a business meeting, lunch, and entertainment led by Albert I Lavery with stories on local figures and a round of games. The host invited next year’s picnic to his home.
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Rev. W. W.rose
Nichols
Bridgeport
Wiliam W. Rose
Pastors’ Association
Rose
Albert I. Lavery
Lavery
B A. Barnum
Joe Richardson
Bob Westerndort
Burglar Did Not Kill Mrs Wilkins argues case in trial
New York June 16 The prosecutor at the trial of Dr Walter Keene Wilkins for the murder of his wife Julia at their Long Beach home said he would prove a burglar did not commit the crime. He sketched the physician's life noting modest earnings and that in his three marriages each wife was wealthy.
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New York
Walter
Keene Wilkins
Julia
Long Beach
Women at Work During the War and Health Advice
Advertisement urges women to join war work in munition factories chemical and metal works street railways ambulance driving barbery and elevator work. It notes many cannot serve due to female ailments and recommends Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a remedy, promising health and strength based on prior use.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Thousands of Worms Hit Thousands of Children Warned
Public health notice urges use of Dr True’s Worm Expeller for both children and adults amid reports of worms causing deranged stomachs, itching, coughs, and other symptoms. An anecdotal endorsement from Mrs Anselme Lamarre of Sanford Maine praises Gertrude’s relief after using the remedy.
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Anselme Lamarre
State Street
Sanford
Maine
Dr. True
Seven Barks Herbal Remedy Ad Teaches Health Heuristic
An old advertisement touts SEVEN BARKS made from seven root and herb extracts. It claims long use over 500 years and lists Indigestion Constipation Liver and Kidney relief. Priced at 50 cents per bottle with a small dose and offers to buy as a gift.
Wedding Gifts Offer Practical, Sentimental Timepieces
A wedding gifts note highlights cut glass and clocks as ideal keepsakes. It promises moderate prices aligned with quality and lasting family utility, inviting shoppers to compare value and sentiment in selection.
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Iea
Fairfield County
Congomond
Bantam
Massachusettes
Interstate Commerce Board
Neeks
Prince
Rao Fholkar
Prince Yeshwant
Eles Les
Dr. Pilcher
Cutor
Women AT Work
Pano Youn
Maeda
Matfords Prescription Pharmacy
Wood Ave
Breach
Main St
Cannon Vpharmacy
St. Th. S
Crescent Ave
City News Co
Fairfeld Ave
Arthur Lt. Clark Co
Main
Curus Pharmacy
ALO Parrfield
Farinos Auto Supply
Barnum Aye, Pritz & Hawley Inc
Anna Coe
Gale Elec. Co
Broad St
Harvey & Lewis Co
Main St. John
FF. E. Joes
Hallett St
Kaesinama Pharmacy
Stratford Ave
Jo A. Leverty & Bros. Inc
Main, St
the National Drug Co
Herman Ohm
Barnum
Y. J. Ostrafsky
W. A. Runyon
Fairfield Ave
West & Langdon
Luiggett's Drug Store
Ste O
Stith Sid Wood
Stuart
Wes Wright
State Se
Daylo Distributors & American Hardware Stores, Inc
Smith&Comstock Co., Inc
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