Connecticut Brings State Aid Highways To 1776 Miles
The state has expanded trunk lines and state aid roads from 1 366 miles to 1 776 miles total, with 252 miles remaining to complete the trunk system. The public highway network totals about 12 000 miles, and the overall state aid highway cost so far is $50 418 385 including new construction maintenance bridges and ferries.
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General Assembly
Connecticut
Motor Dept Head Says Cities Cannot Restrict Taxis
In a letter to the Chamber of Commerce the Motor Vehicles Commissioner Robbins F Stockels argues against a tabled rail ordinance sponsored by the chamber. He states no city may omit state licenses or restrict carrying passengers for hire as that falls under Public Utilities commission and motor vehicles authority.
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Motor Vehicles
Robbins F Stockels
Lcense
Auty
Feas
Common Council
Public Utilities Commission
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Three Children Die In Avonport Fire At Farm Home
Three children of Louis Duncan a farmer perished when a residence at Avonport North Carolina burned today Louis Duncan was severely burned saving his wife from the flames as their house burned to ashes.
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Avonport, N. 8
Louis Duncan
Duncan
Hospital Receiver Posts 5000 Bond in Equity Case
Judge Isaac Wolfe accepted a $5,000 bond posted by 1% N McCathron serving as receiver in equity for Columbus hospital. McCathron, also chairman of the hospital board, will investigate the institution’s finances after Pasquale Romeo was ousted from leadership.
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Columbus Hospital
Isaac Wolfe
Pasquale Romeo
Eclectic
Brookfield Pair First Missionaries to South Seas
A Brookfield missionary meeting at Mrs F Curtis home drew 25 attendees as Miss Timily Hawley spoke on the first American Board mission to the Hawaiian Islands, recalling Samuel Ruggles and family from Brookfield and early voyages. A letter from Rev Harry Martin and Mrs Martin of Peking was read, linking Brookfield to long standing missionary contacts. Refreshments followed the program.
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American Board of Missions
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Thomas Holman
Boston
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Peking
China
Congregational Church
American Board
Endorsement for Child Labor and Marriage Law Amendments
The State Federation of Women's Clubs executive committee endorsed a campaign for constitutional amendments on child labor and the uniformity of marriage and divorce laws. They also planned delegates for the General Federation biennial in Los Angeles and set Hartford as the New England convention site. Speakers included Mrs. Robert Credd and Albert I Prince of the Hartford Times, with Gadd discussing thrift and budgeting and Prince critiquing club women’s newspapers and publicity.
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Lartford Times
Vie Gadd
Budgtta Ay
Pompeii Bird Songs Survive 1800 Years
Archaeologists at Pompeii reveal a garden of marble fountains and frescoed niches preserved by the eruption. A restored villa terrace now hosts visitors as birdsong echoes the centuries old chorus that delighted ancient guests.
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Senate committee backs Major foe of Y D Men
The Senate Military Committee voted four to three to recommend the confirmation of Lieutenant Colonel D. K Major as colonel. Major, former chief of staff of the 26th Division, faced opposition over alleged rough tactics and temper. He currently serves in a war planning division of the general staff.
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Senate Military Committee
D. K Major
New England
Ciarence FR Edwards
France
General Staff
Gashed Veteran to Live in Bathtub
An Australian soldier Trooper Rolfe known as The Man in The Bath endures a life of extreme pain from poison gas wounds. A perpetual bath scene at Randwick Hospital Sydney keeps him alive as doctors and herbalists search for relief. He hopes the toxin will someday leave his body and end his torment.
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Rolfe
New York
Randwick Military Hospital
Sydney
London
Eles
France
Belgium
Nally
Australia
Pijimas
Deggners
Holte
Tony Yom
Talfe Wan
Meanest Man Steals Baby Funeral Wreath
In Martins Ferry the infant son of Mr and Mrs Nick Glavera died a wreath was placed on the door. The wreath was stolen during the night by a suspect dubbed the meanest man by locals.
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Clothing display with Women's and Men’s garments and prices
White cotton waists and colored crepes are offered with lace embroidery trimmed pieces. Women's sweaters include coat styles and sleeveless options in multiple colors. Silk sweaters feature brushed wool and various colors with coat and slip-on styles. Fourth floor items include silk four-in-hands and silk socks. Men’s flannel shirts with attached collars are listed with regular prices.
Finer Millinery in the Mill End Sale
Women’s velvet hats in leading shades with ostrich and other trimmings. Flowers fruit ribbon fur and metallic effects featured. Most velvet hats available at $2.85. Second floor front.
Mill End Sale Highlights Children’s Dresses and Capes
Mill End offers children's wear with dresses for ages 6 to 14 in velvets crepes and Poiret twills at 12.50, panty dresses for ages 2 to 6 at 90 cents, and infants’ dresses from 85 to 135 cents. Rain capes for ages 6 to 14 in tan red and blue priced at 1.00.
Mill End Sale Brings Chocolate Covered Nuts and Cherries
Advertises good candy values at the Mill End Sale. Chocolate covered almonds walnuts filberts and brazil nuts priced 69 cents per pound. Also chocolate cordiat and whole cherries described as fine flavor at 50 cents per pound. Basement center.
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