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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1927

Page

7

Control of rail rates dangerous, Hadley says

York U. Yale emeritus Arthur Twining Hadley, director of the New York, New Haven and Hartford and Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe lines, warns in Yale Review that rate controls risk repeating past railroad missteps. He cites seven proven principles to guide public service regulation and urges careful study of historical outcomes before action.

Hadley New Haven Pest Dent Arthur Twining Hadge Yate NS York Ulanford Atchison Siys Muce Pimater United States Cone Simers Netiey

Beecham's Pills Prove Superior Laxative Choice

Millions prefer Beecham's Pills as a gentle laxative with proven relief for constipation and biliousness. The ad boasts years of competition and popularity, claiming Beecham's cleanses bowels of poisons and protects against ills from clogged intestines. Sold at drug stores for 25¢ and 35¢.

Beecham

Compulsory Auto Bond Opposed by Connecticut Leaders

A historic debate in the General Assembly over compulsory auto insurance bonds features Cushman of Naufuick supporting the plan as protection for the poor driver, while Shelier and Butler warn it would fuel recklessness and burden motorists. Wella of Traftford backs eliminating unsafe drivers, Arnolt and Keeney urge caution, noting experiments in other states.

General Assembly Cushman Naufuick Sisuraner Merchants’ Association of Connecticut Ralph ©. Wella Traftford Shelier Anether Bureau Dale B. Butler Middletown Invar

Deputies Approve Prance Payment Amid Debt Debate

Premier Poincare argues it is wiser to pay 10 600 000 now rather than face 40 600 160 later, as deputies debate the United States debt settlement and lend authority to the government’s plans amid upcoming elections.

United States Poincare

Two Die in Fire at Canadaigua Home

A fatal blaze in Canadaigua yesterday claimed the lives of a man and a four year old girl. Firefighters reported smoke and a strong kerosene odor, with the tragedy unfolding near the residence as authorities investigated the cause.

Canadaigia James Deast Vietor

Britain Egypts and Italy urged to join Geneva talks

Britain and Japan appear ready to accept the U S invitation for a three power naval conference at Geneva. London expects France and Italy to back the move but may link any agreement to broader disarmament terms. British officials stress cruisers protection for empire routes and adherence to League plans.

Geneva Great Britain London Japan United States Washington Noomixinum Seu Coolidge Italy France Alhough Downing Street Geat Britain Offilala Demance Linber Pewere Chamberlain March League of Nations Britain League Tokyo

President Commutes Sentences Of Rebellious Troops

President Coolidge announced clemency for twenty rebellious troops, commuting their death sentences to imprisonment. Others received lip imprisonment. The names were not released by the department. Sixteen could seek paroles in June, two in December, and two in February 1928.

Wilson Ohere Sto Fe Coolidge

Civitan Club Holds Business Meeting at Luncheon

Civitan club members, after a routine weekly luncheon in the breakfast room, shifted from light chat to a formal business meeting. Delegates discussed routine matters and future plans, with charges and payments reviewed.

Civitan Club Thield

British banker Walter Leaf dies at seventy five

Walter Leaf, chairman of the Westminster Bank and fellow of London University, dies aged 75 in Torquay. He helped found the London Chamber of Commerce and served as president of the Institute of Bankers from 1919 to 1921.

Torquay Eng Mareh Walter Leaf The Westminster Bank London University London Chamber of Commerce Institute of Bankers

Tokyo quake center described as ling hell

Tokyo dispatches describe a devastating earthquake in the Tango district. Refugees endure snow depths of one to five feet while shelters are scarce. Troops and volunteers rush supplies as roads crack and aid arrives by air and motor. Deaths spread through damaged villages. Emperor and Empress express concern.

Tokyo Striken Tanso Tange Tango Asahi Shimbun Ike Kobe Osaka Tokyo Observatory

Earthquake Toll Over 2000 Reported In Japan Overseas News

An overseas dispatch details Tokyo tremors causing massive casualties with Mineyama and Miyazu hit hard. Reports indicate 1,000 dead in Mineyama and half the town wounded or killed. Osaka and Kobe also suffered fatalities and injuries to foreigners. A Californian passenger boat tragedy claims Mrs. Glen Schultze died by immersion after plunging from a gangplank. captain’s report notes one death and several injuries among crew.

Tokyo Avalu Shimbun Mineyama Miyazu Sea of Japan Osaka Kobe California Glasgow Scotland Jen Schultze Lst Josie Glen Schultze Ventnor Xni. J New York Cunard One Alexander Cublle Glen Schultze N. J Abock George Prantice

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