Coolidge backs consolidation of U S railroads
President Coolidge advocates a wholesale consolidation of the nations railroads into about twelve large systems to cut passenger and freight rates, aid farmers, and speed approval by the Interstate Commerce Commission. He urges railroads to proceed without delay and pool their interests to balance business and share economies. This stance may affect the Van Sweringen merger and provoke Senate opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swampscott
Seice
Coolidge
Interstate Commerce Commission
van Sweringen
Senate
New French Mello-Gio Beauty Powder Promises Youthful Skin
An advertisement touts Mello-Gio French beauty powder as a method to preserve youth, reduce shine, and smooth pores. It claims the powder resists perspiration and restores a younger appearance, urging readers to buy a box today.
Insurgent Leaders Seek Nebraska Ties Over Rail Mergers
Insurgents argue that planned railroad mergers backed by the President would mostly float new securities for New York underwriters and consolidate control of rail systems. They oppose Interstate Commerce Commission oversight unless merger terms are set in advance.
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la Follette
Lkely
Norrs
Nebraska
Norwalk Firm Wins Federal Contract for Compressors
The Norwalk company South Norwalk secured a federal contract to supply two motor driven compressors to the Department of the Interior in Washington. The bid of 15156 was the lowest among bids opened June, announced today.
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Washington, D. C
Norwalk Company
South Norwalk
Department of the Interior
Washington, D C
Norwalk
Vital Statistics List of Registrants and Birth Details
A list of individuals with ages and addresses, including Julius Pararra 27 at 783 Mais Street, Helen Andrews 16 at 51 Thompson Street, Gioganto 29 West Albany N, Louisa Pas galaqua 24 at 860 Hancock Avenue, Abraham Koenig 25 at 840 Lindley Street, Mary Greenspun 21 at 81 Capital Avenue, Frank Minerly 50 at 46 Williston Street, Mary Stephens 45 at 46 Williston Street, John M Chacko 24 at 414 Willard Street, Isabelle M Yates 24 at 875 South Avenue, John H Miller 34 of San Diego California, Mildred N. Green 20, Richelas and Angela Smith Unknown, July events noting daughters and sons born July 27, July 28, and August 1 with various parent names and addresses.
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Julius Pararra
Mais
Helen Andrews
Thompson Street
Gioganto
West Albany N
Louisa Pasgalaqua
Hancock Avenua
Abraham Koenig
Lindley Street
Mary Greenspun
Capital Avenue
Frank Minerly
Williston Street
Mary Stephens
Jonn M Chacko
Willard Street
Isabelle M. Yates
South Avenue
John H Miller
San Diego
Cal
M'dred N. Green
IFLD
Amoy Junk Captain Recalls Bermuda Voyage and Seaworthiness
Leroy Lewis of Stratford spoke at Bridgeport Rotary about piloting the Chinese junk Amoy to Bermuda and back. He described navigation by sextant, the crew’s health, and the ship’s seaworthy ability to ride heavy seas despite rough weather. Also noted is Mrs Virginia D Wharton’s 101 years and daily letters from her Dallas son.
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Leroy Lewis
Stratford
Rotary Club of
Bridgeport
Bermuda
Hines
St Ig
Lewis
Virginia D Wharton
Birmingham
Ala
Dallas
Texas
Obituary notices from Stratford list multiple funeral services
The Stratford obituary column details services for Philomene Vietra thirteen? seventeen? aged daughter of Mr and Mrs Carmine Vietra. Bella Lawler wife of James Lawler. Edward A Curean WW veteran. Marie Jeanette Flynn teacher. Frances Kahl widow of Joseph Kahl. Catherine F Corcoran daughter of Thomas and Essie Craw Corcoran. Services held at home churches with high masses, burials at St Michael's cemetery and South West Harbor Me. pallbearers and flower girls named for Vietra. Burial in St. Michael's cemetery. other burials at Lakeview Cemetery and Polish National Cemetery Stratford.
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Phiomene Vietra
Philomene Vietra
Carmine Vietra
Kecham Road
Straford
Bila
St. James’ Church
James Dolan
Marion Kiernan
A. Duffie
St. Michael's Cemetery
Joseph Adice
William Mazzand
Tony Doris
Joseph McGrath
Harry Parraro
Benny Marra
Mary Toth
Fanny Paralla
Antonetta Scoparede
Anna Udice
Tilda Constantino
Ida Marra
Bella Lawler
James Lawler
Hanover Street
Charles L. Dennis
State Street
Sacred Heart Church
South West Harbor
Edward A. Curean
Ashcroft Manufacting Company
Gallagher and Gallagher
Fairfield Avenue
Rev. W. Simpson
Lakeview Cemetery
Marie Jeanette Flynn
Marie Jeanstin Flynn
Wordin Avenue
Grand Street
St. Peter's Phurch
Frances Kahl
Joseph Kahl
Polish National
Catherine F, Corcoran
Catherine F. Corcoran
Thomas and
Essie Craw Corcoran
Bridgeport
Tonth
Cornwall Street
Stratford
War Not Over For Service Men 18 Deaths Daily
Fairfield August 4 Special. Prosecuting Attorney William A. Kinsella told Fairfield Luncheon Club how ex service men still suffer postwar wounds with about 15 dying daily. He criticized Fairfield for not meeting the $5000 nationwide American Legion endowment fund drive for orphans and disabled veterans. He praised the Legion as egalitarian and described its size, activities, and benefits to veterans while noting the movement’s influence on policy and commemoration.
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Fairfield
Ex-Services
William A. Kinsella
Unquown
Kinsella
George Alfred Smith
American Legion
American
H. Donaldson
Legion
America Legion
Sdldler
Arlingtom Cemetery
Bergtioll
Allingtown Hospital
National Convention
Gas price cut at New England stations in Bridgeport area
Gasoline in New Haven and Bridgeport dropped to 26 cents a gallon after New England company and Colonial gas stations reduced prices. EE Overton, manager of the stations, said the move makes this city one of several with lower rates. Independent stations also selling at 26 cents, while big refiners reported no reductions yet.
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New Haven
New England
Bridge- Port
EE Overton
Colonial Gas
Salon
Independent
Stratford
Bridgeport
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Tunxis Hill Road
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Sims
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Bernard
Jean Goldman
Poplar Street
Joseph
Elizabeth Band
Clarence Street
Wham
Johanna Sell
Amoy
Shantungs
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Hollywood
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New York City
Sceaxner
Birida
Florida Southeax
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Packard
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