Public Schooling Emphasizes Character and Fair Play
Discussion at Exchange Club luncheon centers on education beyond crammed facts. Dr. Marshall stresses schools as assimilators of diverse newcomers into American citizens, while Superintendent Everett Cortright notes parental responsibility to know teachers.
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Exchange Club
Yosay Uy
Chester C. Afar
Marshall
Everett Cortright
Educa
Maryheh
Pudlin
Columbia University
America
Urst
Castle Carden
New York
Poy
United States
Over 3,500 Bills Put Into Congress in Week
Washington reports a total of 3,557 bills and resolutions introduced in Congress this week across two session days. The House majority came from members who introduced 3,557 items including 1914 private bills and 136 resolutions, with 134 executive communications and 84 petitions filed. The Senate also received bills and resolutions.
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Washington
Congress
House
Senate
Properly Fitting Corsets and Belts for Women
Women suffer backache from heavy stomach weight pressing on the spine. Wear a properly fitted belt if corsets aren’t worn at work. Many corsets bear down despite good intentions. ensure your corset and belt fit your figure.
Hastings Corset Shops Move In at Main Street Bridgeport
Hastings Corset Shops operates at 1501 Main Street Bridgeport with addresses listed and a Waterbury branch at 131 Bank Street. The brief notice confirms business locations and street addresses in two cities.
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Hastings Corset
Main St
Bridgeport
iCONNECTICUT Population Center Near Meriden
Washington Dec 7 Connecticut's exact center of population from the fourteenth census places it at latitude 41 10 north longitude 72 61 west. The approximate site lies 3 miles south southwest of Morristown post office in New Haven county. Movement since 1910 measured 1.6 miles direct with a 6.9 mile southward and 1.5 mile westward shift.
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Washington
Connecticut
Census Bureau
Moriston Post Offee
New Haven
Swedish Churches to Hold Mass Meeting in Bridgeport
Swedish Congregational church hosts mass meeting on Wednesday December 12 at 7 45 pm for law enforcement with focus on the Hauer Inns. Reverend Ralph H White of the Connecticut Anti Saloon League will speak. the movement aims to strengthen statewide and regional efforts amid urgent concerns about Connecticut and neighboring states.
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Bridgeport
Connecticut
Pennsylvania
Bridgesort
Ralph H. White
Anti-Saloon League
Patents Office Sees Banner Year and Staffing Needs
Washington December 7 The twelve months ending June 20 1922 yielded a banner year for inventors with 74 186 applications. Applications averaged about 8 000 monthly and the government collected 5 006 488 98 in fees the largest in history. The report recommends expansion of the office noting a need for at least 100 additional examiners to clear the workload.
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Washington
Commissioner of Patents
Court Order Stays Adjudication in Bankruptcy Case
Federal Judge John G Knox of New York issued a court order restraining adjudication proceedings in the American and British company bankruptcy. The stay affects only 10 New York bankruptcy cases and delays action until Referee John Keogh completes adjudication in the state. dria Quicksliver Mining Corp holds a $1,845,506.05 claim against the company.
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John G. Knox
New York
John Keosi
Dria Quicksliver Mining Corporation
Judgs Keogh
Schenck Says Movie Studios May Move
San Francisco December 7 Joseph Schenck motion picture producer and Norma Shearer Schenck said several Los Angeles plants are pondering relocation not solely due to city attitude but because many producers have considered moving for some time. He noted one large plant has shifted about 40 percent of its production to New York.
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San Francisco
Tlon
Los Angeles
Joseph Schenck
Norma Tilmacee
Schenck
Trament
Mereas
Rome
Ives sAnsciox
New York
Women Voters League Backs Labor Item In Congress Message
The Connecticut League of Women Voters sent a report from Mrs. Herbert Knox Smith praising President Coolidge for his support of the world court and urging a constitutional child labor amendment in his message to Congress. The dispatch summarises the league’s stance and advocacy.
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Rutford
Cool Mdge
World Court
Congress
Connccticut League of Women Voters
Herbert Knox Smith
Pennsylvania Gov Pinchot in Washington talks coal regulation
Governor Idnebot of Pennsylvania met Senator rah in Washington for a long conference on coal regulation and federal supervision of anthracite production. The talks followed efforts to push new legislation and align on regulatory measures.
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Washington. der
Idnebot
Pennsylvania
Alsamyenay
Rah
Iuho
Visit the Gift Shop daily on the second floor
A brief shopper note directs daily access to the Gift Shop located on the second floor, inviting visitors to browse offerings each day.
Overcoats for men at $35 in Christmas display
A Rich store advertises Howland overcoats in a main floor display, claiming discounts due to market timing. It highlights plain colors, plaids, box and belted backs, raglan sleeves, and sizes for all men, promising sturdy wear and stylish options for holiday gifting.
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Howland
Luxurious fur coats offered at surprise low prices
A holiday fur sale features near seal and Hudson seal coats with Viatka squirrel collars, mink trim options, and muskrat models. Prices range from 137.50 to 450, reflecting a general drop in fur costs and new assortments from a leading maker. Serond Moor, center.
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Hudson
Umbrellas of unusual beauty for Christmas gifts
Assorted umbrellas in styles and colors including black. Large national order of fine silk umbrellas with heavy silk coverings and artistic handles. Part of order canceled. bought at price concession and passed to customers. Colors green purple navy. 2 inch size. Limited quantity. Main floor.
Yorke shirts for men offered at 2.15 dollars
The ad notes Yorke shirts for men priced at 2.15 dollars due to odd lots from makers. All sizes not available in every color or pattern. Main floor right front.
Nemo Corsets Make Acceptable Gift This Season
Value and comfort mark the Nemo corsets advertised as good for full figures. Experts assist in sizing and exchanges after Christmas. Prices range from four to seven dollars and seventy five cents.
Dainty Philippine undergarments offered for two dollars
An advertisement promotes fine sheer Philippine gowns with floral embroidery in various necklines and sleeve styles. Each gown and matching items are hand drawn and handmade with lace trim, priced at two dollars, displayed on the second floor.
Warm underwear offers silk and wool suits for all sizes
Advertisement describes combined silk and wool garments with no sleeves and various necklines. It lists prices from $2 to $3.25 for undershirts, union suits, and full underwear sets, noting different lengths and sleeve types on main floor displays.
Handkerchiefs Offered In Various Linen Styles
The listing advertises lovely handkerchiefs priced at 25c each in several styles. Men's satin border all white linen pieces feature a corner initial, with plain white linen and hemstitched options. Women’s linen handkerchiefs highlight initials, hemstitching, and drawn hems, all at 25c.
Bathrobes for Women From Beace Blankets to Silk Lined
A catalog blurb advertises bathrobes for women priced from 5 to 15 dollars. It highlights brightness and beauty, warmth, and cosy comfort with options in corduroys eiderdowns and silk lined fabrics. The note notes plain shades and Beace blanket origins and mentions sizes for full-figured women. Second floor rear.
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Toyland
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