Public Forum Sheds Light on Washington Bridge Walk Plan
May 18 Milford and Stratford officials and county commissioners met with State Highway Com missioner Bennett to discuss adding a new sidewalk on the Washington Bridge. Current plans suggest a single eight foot or two eight foot lanes to enhance pedestrian safety amid heavy traffic, with an estimated cost near 100000. A special town meeting may be called to gauge public sentiment on the plan.
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Devon Union Athletic Club revival discussed
May 18 in Devon an effort to reorganize the disbanded Athletic Club of the Devon Union church is planned. Robert Proctor a noted local athlete and member of the Devon Hose Company was offered to lead the effort and funds have been raised to purchase equipment including punching bags dumb bells Indian clubs and more.
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Oppose Luxury Tax Moves Seen In New Messages
New York May 13 Telegrams urging repeal of the luxury tax clause were sent to Senator Penrose and Fordney by the National Retail Dry Goods Association. The messages commend the two lawmakers for their stated intention to overthrow the luxury taxes, which were described as unwise and obnoxious to the public.
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