Rail Labor Board Cuts Wages for Millions of Railway Workers
The Railroad Labor Board in Chicago plans reductions averaging five cents per hour, affecting over 9 million workers outside the Biz Four brotherhoods. The changes mirror recent maintenance of way wage cuts and take effect July 1, with clerks, freight handlers, station staff, and shop crafts among those affected. Labor leaders debate whether broader rail strikes can be avoided as appeals proceed.
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Ashington
Gund
Railroad Labor Board
Chicago
Ie Labor Board
Attacked on High Seas by Fellow Passenger
Baltimore June 2 John Barnes Symon of San Francisco wrecking firm Symon Broths held on $600 bond for assaulting George Broadhurst playwright and manager of Broadhorse theater New York aboard the steamer Columbia after leaving the Panama Canal at Baltimore dock. Broadhurst testified a man in Symon’s cabin forced him to a trunk striking him in the face and groin before a doctor placed him under care. Commissioner Supplee described the attack as felonious though no charge yet filed.
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Baltimore
John Barnesa Symon
Symon Broths
San Francisco
United States
Gion J. Prank Supplee
George Broadhurst
Broadhorse
Heatra
New York
Symon
Department of Justice
Columbia
San Klaus
Cisco
Broadhurst
Brand
Suyples
High Seas
New York Stock Exchange Firm Seeks Insolvency Relief
In New York on June 2 a voluntary bankruptcy petition was filed in federal court against Stillwell Leffler and Lowe, stock brokers and members of the New York Consolidated Stock Exchange. Liabilities are listed at 390,100 dollars with assets of 50,000 dollars.
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New York
Stillwell Leffler and Lowe
New York Consolidate, Stock Exchange
Coal Dealers Predict Further Price Advances
New York report notes coal price increases of 26 to 50 cents a ton in retail markets as supplies run short. Dealers say the rise follows Secretary Hoover’s approval of a 3.50 dollar cap on spot coal at West Virginia mines.
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New York
Associated Prees
Aover
West Virginia
Stratford Fire Engine Swap Sparks District Rivalry
Stratford residents brace for a clash over the new $20,000 fire engine No. 4 as arrival delays stoke claims to use by eighth district and Nichols avenue companies. Council mediates while North End volunteers seek access amid ongoing tug of ownership and future company plans. Junior Prom at Stratford High and Scouts announce a postponed Missourian play with Red Men’s Hall performances next week.
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Stratford
Junn
Atford
Allen D. Judson
Commerce Chemical Engine
W. A. Keaiins
Commerce
North End
John Albright
Richard Stanton
Nichols Avenue
North End Yesiments
Nicholy Avenue
North
Solomon
Hubbeil
Stratford Girl Scouts
Missouri
Red Men's Hall
Connecticut Co Buys Seaview Avenue Land for Storage
Connecticut Company purchased 69 feet of Seaview avenue property adjoining its power plant site to gain space and a roadway. The office of President Tucus Sporrs in New Haven handled the deal. A dwelling on the site was moved across the street where Windt will live.
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Seaiew Avenue
Connecticut Commpany
Pewantrom Edward 3. Winch
Seaview Avenue
Tucus Sporrs
New Haven
Twindt
Beer-Maker May Lose Light From Injuries
Hartford report details an accident at the Stewing Co plant where Hubert Fultten and two others were badly burned pumping an acid fluid used in beer production. He was rushed to St Francis hospital. police say he self-inflicted the injury. Bridgeport chess and checker club opens fall tournament at Newfield Quiloline on Main Street with Charles Frank and Berbers Juob coordinating. public invited.
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Hartford
Hubert Fultten
Land Stewing Co
Wil
Srins
Ritten
St. Francis Hospital
Bridgeport
Eunaimer
Newfield
Quiloline
Main Street
Charlee Frank
Widow seeks permission to move husband’s ashes
A widow, following the death of Henry Wiesen a noted manufacturer, asks the supreme court for permission to relocate his ashes from Woodlawn Cemetery to a common grave to fund bread. Her attorney cites "top sentiment reasons" and declined to elaborate.
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Henry Wiesen
Manusfacturer
Younton Woodlawn
Supreme Court
Aga
Élagg
Dentist Edward S Warnes Builds Trusted Local Practice
Dr Edward S Warnes operates Reliable Dentistry offering comprehensive dental care at 1062 Main St Tet RB 3406y. The practice emphasizes all branches of dentistry with a focus on patient trust and professional service.
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Main St. Tet
Women's White Canvas Shoes Sale Headline
White canvas oxford style and military heel pumps offered at $1.85 per pair. Misses size Sally pumps priced at $1.85 per pair. Readable sale item featuring affordable footwear with sizes and two tone color notes.
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John Irving
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Red Men
Clase
Connecticut CO
Checkin
Edward S. Warnes
Smith-Murray Co
Airfield Ave
Bridgeports
Canton
Pongee
Mather
Voile
Dimity
Smith
Murray
Neuss
William
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Gure
Courtland St
Snratrorg
Stratfield Cafeteria
Midcarte
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