Trolleymen Seek Six Hour Day In New Contract
New Haven trolley workers union plans a petition to the Connecticut company as the current wage agreement nears expiry on June 1. They demand a six hour day, a wage near ninety cents per hour, and seniority rules for bus drivers, while preserving opportunities for current operators to bid for bus routes.
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New Haven
Muay O Cad
Ieetley Company
Connectives
Tealfes Men’s Union
Tista
Lave Nnor
Frokermen
Ko Owas
Nile Trough
Alder Tap
Stould
Funeral for Oscar Strays Held in New York
A simple funeral for Oscar Strays was held at a spacious temple in New York City. The service, attended by family and friends, featured remarks from Dr Simon Cohen and Rabbi Stephen Wise. Burial followed at Beth El Cemetery in Queens.
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New York
Sim
Tinanese Philan Thropist
George Foster Peaheole
Say
Feza
N.V
Mielong
Feo
Eiients
Simon Cohen
Actines
Rabul Stephen &. Wise
Beth el
Queens
Beth Cute Halon Skene Arrives Nine Days Old
Beth Cute Halon Skene, daughter of George Skene, superintendent of Beants ley pack, gets acquainted with a new arrival nine days old.
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Halon Skene
George Skene
Beantsley Pack
Derby Clergyman Cleared in Court of Manslaughter
In New York on May 3 a Derby clergyman from Dechy Conn was cleared by a jury after a lengthy trial in which he was accused of involuntary manslaughter. The case centered on a deadly October 1924 incident on Fifth Avenue when the minister’s car struck Max Poiselman.
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Derby
York
Alfred We Rird
Dechy
Budd
Max Poiselman
Fifth Avenue
Heine
Jeff
Pacific Coast Strike Near End
Vancouver carpenters, about 200, walk out for three weeks protesting open shop practices and wage hikes. Minor clashes occurred with several arrests and hospital visits. Salmon fishermen in Astoria press for 14 cents a pound, while Portland building trades seek wage increases. wage talks with the state Board of Conciliation continue.
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Lece
Union
Sd Union Ten
Anl
Vancouver
W. C
Astoria
Portland
State Board of Concilation
SCO
Coast Guardsman Drowns Near Thames While Towing Trawler
Eighteen year old Coast Guardsman William Patterson attached to the patrol boat Admiral Schley drowned near the Thames mouth while handling tow lines of the trawler Admiral Schley. A board of investigation was appointed. bodies searched by patrol boats, with the vessel held pending findings. The Admiral Schley, Long Island Sound port, faces a future forfeiture case and liquor-smuggling connections are alleged with several crewmen courtmartialed or discharged.
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New London
William Patterson
Coast Guardsmaus
Admiral Schley
New York
Thanes River
Patterson
Behley
Thames River
Patrel Peat
Tnoge
State Pier
Isquire
Patt Ace
Rinsten
A. A. Troy
Janus Larte
Admiral Seley
Cuxswais
Lillian Patterson
Duzer Roel
Stapleton
Tetanut
Board of Investigation
Oat
Young
Del
Wepmer
Portchester
N. Y
Stamford
Norwalk
Conn
Taland Sound
Orwalk
U.S
Buckner
Admiral Seb
Port Chester
N.Y
Bantswain
Ralph Whitehead
Whitehead
Dortemouth
Kingfishner
Rose
Long Island Sound
R. lL.aines
Block Island
Vousuien
John Laker
Co Thiker
Winglisarre
Quast Suivdsmen
Kingfish
Severnment
Avon Fire Driver Missing Sparks Towns Fears
In Avon the town reels as fire department driver George A. McCarthy vanishes during a blaze citation details unclear. Residents fear a repeat disaster and await news on the missing firefighter reportedly last seen near the fire scene.
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AVON
Mag Riton
Fire River
Albany
George A. McCarthy
College
Slne
Lown
Avan
Bicree
McCarthy
In the wanted colorsbran rachelle opal grey zinc black gun metal
A concise note lists color names including bran color requests such as rachelle opal grey zinc black and gun metal. It appears to reference desired shades for a project or product. No events or entities beyond color names are present.
Stockings for the Children in Mixed Camel Pattern
Advertisement notes stock 7- to 8-length fine cotton stockings for children. Described color mixed camel with fancy leg and cuff in a checked pattern. Mentions location Main Wlomy and price abbreviated rea.
Slicker Umbrella Sold For Three Dollars
Sporty plaid umbrella with short handles touted as rain or shine and highly reliable in sudden downpours. Priced at $3, available on the main floor center.
Men Favor Pongee Handkerchiefs at Special Price
A short notice notes men like pongee handkerchiefs. It states they look well and are offered with a drawn thread for effect at a special price of 39 cents. Available at Main Flour Center.
Hooked rugs reflect a vogue in early American interiors
The vogue of early American interiors heightened decorative value of hooked rugs as quaint folk art. Prominence grows for these textile pieces in design circles, tying regional heritage to home decor.
Decorative Rug Trends for Cozy Rooms
Readers consider effective decorative rugs to enhance living spaces. The discussion explores color and texture choices for fireplace areas and four poster bedrooms, weighing hours of work against the warmth and visual appeal added to home interiors.
Ornate Wool Crafts on Display with Tools and Frames
A display offers oblong shapes and charming designs in sizes from 50 cents to 125 dollars. Wool comes in all colors at 29 cents a hank. Frames priced at 1 dollar 50. Rug needles cost 69 cents. Experts are available to teach the craft. Third Floor.
Delightful Undermuslins Priced At Half Dollar Range
Delightful under muslins and garments offered at 65 cents to 85 cents feature step-ins bloomers gowns and slips made of muslin crepe voile and batiste. Packages emphasize full cut comfort and substantial tailoring with lace trims and assorted colors.
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Oscar Strays
Beth Cute
Alfred W. Budd
Main St
Angelus Tisum
Stillman’s
Betty Faye
Melba
Inecta Rapid
Savaries
Wind
Yardlys
Mass
Pattie Brooks
Bridgeport
Connecicat
Katherine Treating, R. N
Babies of Bridgeport
Howland’s
Main Wlomy, Rea
Health Dept
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