House Passes Bill Banning Public Sun Time
Hartford May 5 The general assembly endured a long session to approve a bill mandating standard time nationwide and penalizing violations at 25 dollars. The measure, aimed at public time alignment, faces Senate action next week as lawmakers prepare for further long debates on major bills.
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Suspicious Fire Destroys Cottage at Pond Point
A large blaze last night destroyed an unoccupied cottage near Pond Point east of the streetcar tracks. Milford police and federal agents expect to probe suspected arson tied to Italian residents in New Haven, with about 200 damage and occupants alerted nearby cottages as wind spread flames.
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Chemical Company Number 1
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Woodmont
Tinie and Lohne
Bridgeport Faces Slim Chance for 300000 Relief Bond
Bridgeport’s chamber backed a 300000 short term note for city relief but legislative approval looks unlikely after a private finance committee hearing. Delegation members Delaney and Challenger urged funding via taxation as opponents warn against exceeding a five percent debt limit while officials tout the need for employment relief and lament the administration’s handling of an earlier 105 NOW emergency appropriation.
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Father of 22 Children Asks Tax Abatement
Pasquale Feraco a Hillside avenue barber told the city council claims committee he has 14 living children from 22 total. Four of the 14 are employed earning about 30 dollars weekly. he seeks tax relief to ease rising burdens and cited other petitioners with similarly low incomes.
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Babe rolls from bed falls two stories at home
A child rolled from a second story window at 4 Hollister Court and landed in the yard. She suffered multiple visible injuries and possible internal injuries. Dr. J. F. Woulson of the Emerg hospital attended but was refused permission to move the child to the hospital.
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Tmergen Hospital
British coal miners willing to arbitrate wage quarrel
London May 4 British coal miners have intimated to the government their willingness to arbitrate on the wage question. Sir Arthur Prekham, associated with the Sankey coal commission, urged immediate settlement and supported a miners favorable minority report.
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Harding likely to sign immigration bill soon
The text reports President Hoover era sentiment that the immigration restriction bill may be signed soon. It notes doubts among some Senators and Representatives about admitting more immigrants from certain racial groups and calls for frank discussion within respectful bounds.
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Ae Sularvan
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Minuion
War Department Publishes Attorney General Opinion on Slacker Lists
Public confusion over slacker lists grows as War Department releases an Attorney General opinion. Republicans and southern legislators debate prior service records while Congress weighs the implications for published lists in the Congressional Record.
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Prohibition Law Change Urged by New York Officials
New York governors urged Governor Miller to convene a special session to amend the state prohibition law so cases are tried in the court of special sessions rather than several courts. The request notes 620 arrests since the law took effect four months ago and argues for jury trials.
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New York
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Harding’s Bedroom Slippers Size Mentioned in Letter
In a letter to Doris and Edith Brown, Mrs. Harding notes her husband’s bedroom slippers are size ten and a half. The message, dated May, mentions a planned bouquet for the statue unveiling and a request to the SINC.
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Negotiations on Peace Parley in Irish Affairs
In Dublin there is great interest in interviews with Sir James as negotiations continue on a peace parley in Irish affairs. Penrose defends the tariff bill in a lengthy speech. Sinn Feiners show willingness to engage in talks amid the evolving political scene.
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North Carolina
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Senate
Home Rule Proposals Tie to De Valera Talks
Debates unfold over home affairs governance and potential concessions with De Valera. Sir James Tow seeks Anglican support while Viscount Wuzzlan’s departure sparks negotiation rumors. Reports link Belt of Derby talks to ongoing policy stances amid a volatile political climate.
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Wade's Wife Silent After Court Denies New Trial
Mary Wade returned to work at Lovomobile as the supreme court rejected Elwood Wade's bid for a new trial. Wade faces execution pending a governor’s reprieve petition and possible pardon, with his wife declining comment and seeking support for mercy while protecting her family.
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yGong
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Grocers’ Knife Attack Sparks Business Quarrel
A grocery store at 569 Helen Street saw a violent quarrel between two partners yesterday. Both were arrested. one was cut on the face by a knife and treated at Bridgeport Hospital for lacerations. The dispute stemmed from a broader disagreement over business operations.
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Bridgeport
Exoneration Expected In Stillman Case As Daughter Claims Father Not James Stillman
Court hears that Mrs. Stillman told a doctor the husband was not the father of Guy. Testimony notes an exoneration expectation, with discussions of confidentiality, admissibility, and witness accounts about family members, including Dr Hassell and James Stillman. Details cover divorce proceedings, travel with the mother, and statements by various relatives amid the hearing.
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Necessity of disarming Germany tops Commons debate
In a Commons speech Lloyd George insists Germany’s disarmament is the priority. The report lists Burroughs and Shanley facing a new trial for Oyer Act violations, with multiple defendants from Detroit and Brooklyn to be re arraigned.
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Shipping Board to Withdraw Vessels From Hostile Operators
Washington May 4 The Shipping Board will withdraw its vessels from operators who yield to the marine unions in the wage dispute Admiral Benson, chairman, said the government seeks a peaceful settlement. Hoover and Henson stressed the aim to avert calamity and not dictate wages while unions may abandon the talks is noted as conference proceeds in New York with engineers to return.
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Segraiary Hoover
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New York
William Brown
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Engineers
Mysterious Poison Death Of Boy At Hospital
Ten year old Steven Bolchasy died after violent convulsions at his Clifton park home and at St Vincent's hospital. Medical Examiner Garlick awaits autopsy results to determine the toxin and source. A similar episode struck Tony Borosky, also ten, on Sylven avenue the same night, with both boys undergoing medical care at St Vincent's.
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Baldhaay
Pastor as Editor for Day Bans Scandal News
A mysterious church editorial change notes Pastor Mina Prespylar temporarily removing him from day-to-day newspaper duties after a scandal. Gr. Rove fills in, overseeing news. two stories hint at ministerial divorce and a New York case, with other items cut from the page.
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No Peace Guarantee Until Disarmament Asserted
London May Associated Press reports Mr Lford-George in the House of Commons arguing Germany must disarm to ensure Europe’s peace. He warned that Germany’s regular military buildup could form a formidable nucleus, preventing France and Belgium from settling and forcing continued arms in the east while reparations remain unsettled due to defaults.
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Vamp Story Speaks of Scream and Sale Failures
In a quirky note the writer recalls self publishing a novel titled Low Truce Tale and its offbeat venture into sale, then shifts to a garbled weather forecast segment describing overcast skies, light rain Friday, and a rising temperature by Saturday across Virginia and New England coastal regions.
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