Mines to Resume Early Next Week Washington View
Washington officials report bituminous operators and anthracite leaders are studying the Presidents settlement proposal. Both groups expect to answer by Saturday with a likely resumption of mining early next week. A split remains over wage-fix plans and arbitration terms, with unions seeking broader commission authority.
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Washington View
Washington
Biteminoug
Esa
Adrvate
Taper Davis
Harding
Ure
Jess
Iba
Board of Arbitration
Clerks and workers vote on Big Four strike ballot
About 4 000 clerks station employees and freight handlers on the Big Four Railroad system in Cincinnati Ohio were taking a strike ballot, unofficial word from union headquarters said. Union officials declined to comment, directing inquiries to the general chairman.
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Cincinnati
Huis
Clerks’ Union
Tracemen Walk Out On Norfolk and Western Strike Spreads
Maintenance of way workers on the Norfolk and Western went on strike between Portsmouth and Columbus with Omega Waverly and High Sky named as locations in sympathy with clerks and shopmen. Some maintenance of way staff also walked out at East Fortsmouth as the shopmen strike began.
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Ohio
Ffolk
Western
Omega
Waverley
High Sky
Columbus
East Fortsmouth
Federal Troops Held Ready Amid Rail Strike Fallout
A blurred report indicates federal troops are held ready as railroads face a possible new settlement plan after executives and shop crafts representatives met. The unions denounced attempts to break the strike and warned the public of rising tensions without detailing plans.
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Cayvars
Big Labor Bear
New Haven Railroad Maintains Schedules Amid Talks
New Haven Railroad and related lines like New York Central reported progress in contract talks with clerks, freight handlers, and train crews. Officials disclosed terms restoring sick pay and vacation reviews while promising to uphold current schedules. details include limits on transferring freight contracts and broader industry concessions.
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Erie
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Panay Vane
New York
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U. S
Clerks to be Called Out on Strike in Richmond
J Qshorne chairman of the Brotherhood of Railway Clerks announced today that strike orders were being sent to 17 lodges along the Norfolk and Western railroad. The walkout may not take effect for several days after failed negotiations and a company statement from W J Harahan.
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U- J. Qshorne
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Tie
Osborne
W. J. Harahan
Dem
Rks World
Railroad Police to Adorn Uniforms in Danbury
Uniformed officers from the New York New Haven and Hartford and Central New England railroads in Danbury are to receive new military style uniforms and revolvers. Distinctive rank marks will be worn. color and exact design are not announced.
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Danbury
New York
New Haven
Hartford
New England
Uae
Connecticut
Two Men Attacked Near Sherman Frisco Yards
A report to the Sherman Herald states two men were beaten near the Frisco railroad shops at Sherman ten miles south of here. They were struck, placed in a car, and driven into the countryside by about twenty assailants this afternoon.
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Sherman Frisco Yards
Missouri National Guard Mobilizes In St Louis
Four companions of the Missouri National Guard stationed at their armory here received orders to prepare for departure to Poplar Bluff to guard Missouri Pacific employees and property in the event of disorders.
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ST. Louis
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Associated Press
Bmilksouri National Guard
Poplar Blaff
Missouri Pacific
Russians End Conference Amid Currency Talks
Report says Russians declare the conference ended while Italians and Swedes feel negotiations halted abruptly. Dinner hosted for delegation chiefs by M Paturn. Mr. Thvin off attended. Advertisement notes flavor extracts and Baker's Pure brand.
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M_ Paturn
Thtvinoff
Sweet Dreams mosquito remedy gains Dixie fame
Advertised as a universal mosquito remedy, Sweet Dreams claims seven years of proven performance. The copy asserts widespread acceptance across Dixie and urges readers to ask their pharmacist for Sweet Dreams.
Gold Watches For Men Who Foiled New York Gunmen
William Dom and Siey Wi THBpela receive gold watches at a ceremony recognizing their defense of an assassination attempt in New York. The Connecticut company presented the award for services rendered during the incident. May 24, an official from the legal office noted the trolley line and the guard's actions, with reports detailing a heavy iron pin being used.
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Enippayes
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Ipumy
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Fry Lee
Tarmilton William
Lucia & Starrs
Caiman
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W. J. Kesger
Connecticut
Ore
Dais
Angee Aylibals
Dina Jyagcierk
Eagne Ler
Heavy Storm Deluges District Causing Widespread Damage
A severe storm struck the district causing flooding from Mt. Vern to Fairfield Avenue. Lightning felled a tree at State Street and West Avenue while bolts damaged a church cross, alarm boxes, and a Remington Arms area building. Fire crews pumped water from streets and basements as ambulances ferried patients, and a white birch in Beardsley Park was split by lightning.
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Beardsley Park
Parl Commissioners
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Birga
Werasac
Jzcoy
Maia Ghee S
Stevels
Pekar House
Three Stratford Homes Hit as Lightning Sparks Fire
A lightning strike caused a house fire in Stratford damaging homes on Pekan Seymour and Grant streets. Fire units battled the blaze as water flooded Main Street and nearby avenues, with drivers directed to cross a submerged roadway and cars rerouted around the scene.
Little Damage Reported From Westport Storm
Westport reports light damage after a thunder shower. Water in creeks and the AGO river rose but the town saw minimal impact as the heaviest rainfall bypassed the area. Parts of the storm intensified streams while Westport kept to normal conditions afterward.
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Westport
Westpon
Hailstorms Damage Fruit Trees in Long Hill Section
A thunderstorm struck the Long Hill section this week with high winds and heavy rain. The fierce weather washed out roads, toppled growing stock, and damaged fruit trees, causing significant incidental damage in the area.
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Long Hill
Strand
Barn Destroyed by Lightning in Cheshire
July 18. Struck by lightning just before a storm, a valuable barn containing several tons of hay was totally destroyed by fire. The barn was owned by Luther E. Pryns. Several smaller buildings were saved by the Tara Free Company. Damage estimated at $1000.
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Tara Free Company
Trumbull Telephone Service Crippled by Severe Storm
July 12. A major storm crippled Trumbull telephone service all afternoon. Gardens flooded, roads rendered impassable, and property damage was reported though no injuries or strike locations were confirmed. Weather threats lingered as cleanup began.
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Trumbull
Hare
Uttig
Stratford Man Named Head of Ku Klux Klan Here
Chester B. Reith of Stratford was named head of the Ku Klux Klan in Bridgesport by Major Co Anderson Weight, with Wright, a New York police executive, speaking against the Klan menace. The meeting, organized by War Veterans committee, discussed opposition to alien influence and bigotry. The leaders named included Mary Elizabeth Tyler and Young Clark, with pledges of large fortunes cited and plans for political organizing debated.
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Fung Rodney Wanamaker
Roosevelt Warns of Law and Justice Amid National Tension
Assistant Secretary Roosevelt declares in Atlantic City that to preserve the United States the law must prevail and that harmful doctrines threaten society. He cites past provocation and a massacre in Illinois, urging reorganization of business theory to align with national needs. He warns that the country could revert to barbarism if law and fair justice are discarded.
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Illneis
Man sentenced to two nights in horse stable
Malden justice records Raymond W. Pusnym of Wakefield receiving a two night sentence in his horse’s stall for failing to provide proper care. Judge Riley ordered the punishment with a hope for horse improvement within two weeks to avoid further penalties.
Westport Deputy Halts Alleged Stolen Truck
July 18 Westport deputy stopped a truck without registration or bill of sale en route home. Driver claimed ownership. sheriff will detain vehicle while owner is sought. Also notes confiscated wine to be destroyed, and local notices on Legion, entertainment chief, and community happenings in nearby towns.
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Nest
Andy
Browgis
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Kirk
New York
Shed Ragur H Perry
Weanthort
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Community Notes and Social News From Westport and Vicinity
A jumble of local notices includes marriage announcements for Robert R. Mig and Lois A. Stevens at a Gifford W. Tutehinga ceremony in Westport. Town improvements on North Main Street progress with tar and crusher rock filling. Residents from New York and Norwalk visit, while many attend lodge anniversary events and a charity party with Sven’s Orchestra. Several locals hospital bound or recovering from injuries and a planned baseball game contrasts married and single men in town.
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Gifford W. Tutehinga
Sven
Norwalk
Wiston Theis
Thomas Tax
New Worldt Jaucents
Lanebil 'Gromas
Leony Plains
Edna Coley
Bridgeport Hospital
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Arthir C. Bradiey
Vk Hospital
Wildium Coley
Bons
Coning
Sturgess
eGorgetown
Herve Bean Neceny Aietts
James Coley
Connecticut Co Plans Bus Service Expansion
Connecticut Company officials announce a plan to use buses to improve transport in a heavily populated area. Manager Potter emphasizes a needed service, noting road quality and future town development. The plan argues for unified transport to address existing congestion and provide efficient mass transit.
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