Gas price worry and tax ruling in Bridgeport era
The Bridgeport Telegram notes municipal gas prices hovering near 11 cents, amid debate over city buying for the year. It also discusses a Connecticut Supreme Court ruling upholding the town of Madison’s collection of back taxes via alias warrants, clarifying tax collection power and due process. The piece cites opinions on Lindbergh fatigue, ham and eggs as a nutrition pairing, and Rockefeller Jr. proposals for college endowments and tuition reforms.
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The Lack of Signs for Connecticut Roads
A Hartford letter-writer argues that Connecticut lacks clear road signs and directional cues. The piece urges cities towns and local automobile clubs to standardize and improve signage to guide motorists from other states traveling through Connecticut and to sustain visitor revenue.
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California Tax Burden Draws Eastern Buyers Away
A Boston Transcript letter to the editor laments California taxes on outside securities. The writer, with $200,000 capital and $12,000 income, would pay high personal property and security taxes if living in Oakland, plus 6 percent income tax. He could move eastern securities but brokerage fees of $750 hinder switching. The Chronicle calls the letter an editorial on tax policy and on prospective removal to California.
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Two Bills Killed by Governor Pocket Vetoes Bridgeport Court Derby Bill
New Haven Times-Leader reports both the Bridgeport Municipal Court bill and the Derby Democratic Police bill were pocket vetoed by the governor. The Bridgeport action nullifies the Legislature’s last day appointment of Senator Elbert Hull as judge, with Hull’s commission already issued. A substitute appointment was prepared. both clerks stamped the adopted resolutions, now in the secretary of state’s office. The Derby bill faced strong House opposition despite Democratic support in city and borough committees. The Bridgeport Telegram accuses the court creation of giving legislative perks for Bridgeport lawmakers, a point the governor rejected.
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Careless Drivers Should Follow College Auto Rules
A reader urges colleges to adopt University of Michigan’s policy banning student drivers except in rare cases. The writer criticizes minor driving rights, notes insurance does not absolve responsibility, and calls for extreme caution to protect pedestrians amid student riders and tipsy behavior on campuses and roads.
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Bridgeport politics and police reform dominate city notes
Political pointers discuss traffic survey plans and expert studies, Governor Trumbull’s possible involvement, and Ed Kelly as commission chair. State Police changes feature Superintendent Hurley resigning soon with a new appointee, plus payroll discrepancies in Stamford. Derby names Van Etten as police chief as debates continue.
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Readers invited to send letters to the editor here
Be kam readers are invited to contribute opinions. Letters must bear the writer’s name and address and will be kept confidential if desired. Submissions over 300 words may be reduced in size by editors. Anonymous communications receive no consideration.
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Bus and trolley debate on public transit routes
Letter from Luctus Storrs of the American Electric Hallway Association argues mass transit should use defined street routes with high capacity systems, likely street cars, and that private cars alone won't ease congestion. He notes opposition to moving buses as sole solution and stresses financial solvency for transit actors. Public transport should be planned, not ad hoc.
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Motor Camping A Modern Easy Vacation
The piece extols motor camping as a cheaper, comfortable vacation option. It notes a 50 percent nationwide rise in motor camping and cities expanding sites with near hotel like cottages. It highlights self cooking gear, sanitation, and amenities like laundries and playgrounds attracting travelers to scenic outings.
The Licensed One by Wale Mason
A playful critique of moralizing neighbors who lampoon others sins while failing themselves. The speaker notes everyone judges others yet hides flaws, except one perfect man who would not harshly judge.
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Sermons on Religion and Reform Echo Empty Actions
A compact critique notes sermons focus on religion without deeds, labor with little labor performed, birth control calls without life control, prohibition with scant temperance, and evolution lacking practical achievement. The piece urges tangible progress alongside advocacy.
Robinson to renew attack on Reed in next session
Washington June 19 A circulated report says Senator Arthur Robinson of Indiana will renew his attack on Senator Jim Reed when Congress reconvenes. Robinson aims to shape Reed's record on al leged money use in the 1926 Indiana Senate race and to press for broader inquisitorial powers for Reed's committee.
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The Greatest Civilizer by DH FRA Rail Line Opens Mexico
A new $14,000,000 rail line from La Quemada to Jalisco and Nayarit opens linking the north coast to central Mexico. President Diaz officiates as service will run between Mexico City and Los Angeles via a direct route, boosting commerce and United States Mexico ties. The work stands as a major engineering achievement and a catalyst for regional development.
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Woman Seeks Help After Destructive Affair and Despair
A reader recounts abuse by a physician six years prior and reveals ongoing self harm thoughts. An adviser urges confronting the culprit, rebuilding life through work, new interests, and a redirected path, stressing recovery lies in action and faith.
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Manhattan Daydreams of the East River City
New York voices explore the East River, contrasting its known North River landmarks with unfamiliar shores and changing tides. The essay notes aging ferries, Welfare Island, rising apartments, and a city edge edged by breweries, docks, and hidden playgrounds as river life reappears in modern imagination.
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Reforming Stranger Blurs Lines on Hudson River Society
A fragment notes a stranger once met with dour suspicion now slowly reformed. It hints at a shift in attitude toward new entrants into eastern river society along the Hudson, suggesting a future where the outsider may be accepted into fashionable circles.
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Ruth Joy by Anse Campbell
Ruth Joy is a baby not much older than a year who charms her father with tiny feet and rosy thumbs. Each morning she brings a platter through the kitchen door, her hands like buds of white, to her dad in grave proud delight.
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Weather Brief for New England and N Y Region
Regional forecast notes rain and showers across Southern New England and Eastern New York with Monday to Tuesday clearing and rising temperatures. Northern New England expects showers then partly cloudy conditions with interior warming. High pressure over maritime provinces and northern New England. winds shifting from southeast to fresh east offshore and fresh southwest over the coast.
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