Connecticut Record on-Grade Crossings Elwell Recounts History
A Connecticut railroad view recalls Elwell detailing 1914 petition to eliminate grade crossings, the state’s 168 crossings in arrears, and the cost challenges for railroads and municipalities. He notes Connecticut’s progress, signals like red flashing lights, and the late Charles P. Clark’s impact on consolidations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whscyre Haven and
Hierttod Railroad
Charles
Uwell
Uillitles Commission
United St
Yale
Mbiber
Langerous Po
Publie Utilities Commission
Erich
Veil Road Company
Barre
Tur
Rade
Connecticut
New Haven
New York
Tre Fermediata
Atercurys
New Yer Ann Norwich
Loca Sacbrook
Hartford
Meriden
Travelli
New London
Jimey
Falin Railwayn
Miney
Ie Sunde Wek
Nehway
Varid
Deparcagny
Fawell
Ste. Elwell
Norwich
Norwich and Worcester
New England
Ponderford Takes New Role in Connell Conn Trans
Ponderford is elevated to president of the Connect ion company at a board meeting, effective April 1, replacing retiring President Storrs. Walter Fickenberger becomes vice president and Richard Bennett moves to assistant general manager as part of a broad leadership reshuffle. Storrs remains as company president until April 1.
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Dahn Ok
Ponderford
The
Connection! Co
Tae
Storrs
Truim
Punderferd
Walter ¥Ilkenberger
Ndt
Connecticut
Fickenberger
TMT
Myrennen
Trelley
Franks murderers adapt to prison routine after life terms
S. Richerd Loeb and Satiaan Leopold, condemned for the murder of Robert Franks, are reportedly adjusting to prison life. They attend daily work, remain in good physical condition, and have begun serving their sentences in the state facility.
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Marea S. Richerd Loeb
Satiaan
Leopold
Robert Franks
Loebow
Cachary
Oinah
Ates
Linth
Fairfield Man Fined and Jailed on Liquor Charges
Fairfield reports a Berkeley road man named Carmelio DeRosa was fined $200 and costs and given five days in jail after arraignment for keeping liquor for sale. He appealed the sentence with a $350 bond. Six gallons of dyer whiskey, bottles, and containers were seized in a square raid, with high alcohol content confirmed by a chemist. A deputy testified DeRosa offered $50 to drop the case. whiskey was found in a child’s express wagon. Other local cases include Elmer Disbrow’s non support continued until March 20 and John Ito held on breach of peace and intoxication with a $1,500 bond, tied to possible Pan Amero hold-up investigation. Additional items note Joan Sells fined $? for driving, and John Sachary fined $10 for breach of peace. Annes Neas’s liquor violation hearing was continued until Thursday.
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Fairfield
Carmelio DeRosa
Berkeley Road
Clarence
Hall
Teftos
DeRosa
William H. Gould
H. R. Biwenod
Avtar J. Bennett
Jon Tolger
Loin
Switzer
Elwood
Elmer Disbrow Waa
Eto
John Ito
Hamilton Street
Bridgeport
Arthur J. Bennett
Thorade
Rah Creek
Post Road
Norwalk
Constabe
Arthur J Bennett
Joan Sells
cSt Thayer
Mratfeld
John Sachary
H. FR
Main
Warner
Glore
Annie
Neas
Fleet Road
Stomach Remedy A Fast Seller Dares Mentha Pepsin
Gentlemen and ladies are urged that Dares Mentha Pepsin combines pepsin with stomach agents to quickly ease gas bloating heartburn and indigestion. It claims rapid relief, improved mood, better sleep, and restored appetite with a refreshing taste, widely available at druggists and stores.
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Mentha Pepsinix
Hindle
Inauguration Day Voice and Vision in Milwaukee Editorial
The Milwaukee Journal reflects on the first radio inaugural, noting the oath by Chief Justice Taft and the nation's embrace of radio as a new voice. It praises the president’s message and urges citizens to read and discuss his speech My countrymen as a guide for governance. It also highlights a well equipped radio department offering equipment and service.
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Taft
Vermont
Washington
Congress
Tailored women's suits in pleasing variety and value
An assortment of fine women’s tailored suits features a short double breasted coat with a narrow collar and velvet trim, a long sweeping coat, a short jacket with wrap skirt, and 45 inch coats with plain tailored skirts. Lined with crepe de chine, priced at $29.50 to attract buyers.
Life of Christ Papini book on Easter gift
A new edition of Life of Christ by Giovanni Papini translated by Dorothy Canfield Fisher will be available for distribution on Wednesday March 12. The edition is pitched as an ideal Easter gift and will be priced at $1.50.
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Christ
Giovanni Papini
Dorothy Canfield Fisher
Easter greeting cards in fine array
Easter cards offered in a fine array suitable for children with bunnies and chickens. For adults a booklet style or exquisite single cards in blue grey orchid and white, prices from 3c to 25c. Main florals featured amid delicate designs.
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Elwell
Public Utilities
New Haven Railroad
T Willmot
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Norwien and Verventer Attil
New Flaven Railroad
New Flaven Road
Chas. P. Clark
Charles P. Clark
Clark
Ferryst
Franklin Square
Wanregan Ho‘Elwell
Columbia
Bates
Cinghams ‘Union
Mohawk
Pequot & Dwight
Marsha Field and
Atashua Blankets
Radford B. Smith CO
Dollar Store
Elm Street
Main & Broad Sts
Post and Telegram
Franks
Dare’s Mentha Pepsin
New Jersey
Hindle’s
Astoria
Fletcher
Milwaukee Journal
Howland
Lowése
Charmeus
B&e
Howland Dry Goods
Nhaowaera
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