Policemen Deny Abandoning City in Strike Reinstatement Talks
Boston September 26 Police officials deny abandoning city during strike and say talks with Gov Coolidge and mayor seek reinstatement under improved wages and living conditions. Counsel for officers claim improvements already seen and dispute governor’s handling of the crisis.
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Atament
Ayor
Tement
Curtis
H .Vahey
John Pounsel
Coolidge
Ernor
Jitney Bus Exodus Silent On Cause of Desertions
City officials report jitney drivers quitting en masse as traffic regulations bite. Mayor Wilson says he has no new statement and will review the matter. A Wheeler of the fire department notes drivers dissatisfied with rules, with some leaving for New York seeking higher earnings up to $50 a day. Traffic congestion peaks around 5 to 6 PM due to shifts and quitters.
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Wilson
Iain
Charles A. Wheeler
Fir-Force
Stein Wheeler
New York
Circuit Trouble Paralyzes Waterbury Industry
In Waterbury on September 28 a citywide power outage hit every factory, newspaper plants, restaurants and many businesses after a short circuit and a 2300 volt line failure. The blackout lasted from 9:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Linotype machines stood idle as power failed. Restaurants relying on electricity for heat and cooking were especially hindered. Elevators halted and workers used a ladder to escape the Lilley building.
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Aterbury
Ctty
Aiewspaper
Trinity to confer Doctor of Laws on Cardinal Mercier
The announcement says Trinity will confer the degree of Doctor of Laws on Cardinal Mercier. President Perkins notes the entire student body and a large number of alumni will attend. The event is set for Thursday at the college in Riford.
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Cardinal Mercier
Riford
Trin Lagell
Cardinal Merce
Prasit
Perkins
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