War Department seeks steamers as troopships for Pacific
The War Department asked the Budget Bureau to help secure the steamers American Legion and Southern Cross of the Pan American line for use as transports in the Pacific. Negotiations by the Shipping Board for sale of the line continue, with a conference planned Friday at the coordinator's office. Some commissioners may oppose the move, signaling possible conflicts at the upcoming talks.
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War Department
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American Legion
Southern Cross
Pan-American
Pacific
Shipping Board
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O'Connor
Jealousy Linked to Farmhouse double murder in Taftville
In Taftville near Norwich two Russian men, Peter Fisarko and Samuel Pokutny, were found shot dead in a locked Taftville farm house. Authorities say jealousy of Fisarko, Pokutny’s boarder and partner in the farm business, triggered the killings followed by Pokutny’s suicide with a .33 calibre German make revolver. Pokutny leaves a wife and six month old child. Fisarko was unmarried and survived by three brothers.
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Norwich
Peter Fisarko
Hia
Pisarko
Samuel Pokutny
Taftville
Pokutny
Pokutuy
Costume Ball International At Ritz Hosted By Bridgeport Council
The Bridgeport Council of Jewish Women hosted Costume Ball International at the Ritz, combining a fancy dress night with a World Court theme. Mrs Sol Green chaired the ball, portraying Geneva, seat of the Court, while committee members wore outfits from various countries. Entertainers included pianist Irving Goldstein soprano Florence Cohen and dancer Alta Somerville.
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Ritz
Council of
Jewish Women
Sol Green
Geneva
Irving Goldstein
Florence Cohen
Alta Somerville
Italy Celebrates Austrian Peace Anniversary
Rome observes the seventh anniversary of the Italo Austrian armistice as Mussolini addresses a full Constanza opera house. He pledges Fascism as Italy’s directing force while acknowledging the need for a powerful army navy and aviation amid ongoing tensions in the region and beyond.
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Italy
Mussolini
Constanza Opera House
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Macedonia
Mediterranean
Yapeterday
Democrats Claim Swing To Gains In Elections
Washington November 4 AP Chairman Oldfield of the Democratic National Congressional committee declared that the elections yesterday show the pendulum swinging away from Republicans and indicate a Democratic Congress in 1926 and a Democratic President in 1923.
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Washington
Oldfield
Democratic National Congressional Committee
New York Voters Approve All Four Constitutional Amendments
Early returns show large margins for four amendments in New York. Bond issues totaling 100 million for public improvements and 3800 million for railroad grade crossing elimination led voting totals, with upstate districts often rural. Consolidation of 180 agencies into twenty departments and a strong judiciary amendment also won broad support, though late tallies slowed confirmation across counties.
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New York
Upstate
New York City
County Board of Electhongs
Two More Die in Bus Train Collision Toll Rises
Waycross Ga Nov 4 The bus Atlantic Coast Line train crash death toll rose to ten with the deaths of Burros Todd thirteen and Pearl Strickland seventeen. Physicians doubt the recovery of several more injured in the wreck.
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Waycross
Burros Todd
Pearl Strickland
Save the Drunkard Sunshine and Moonshine tale of cure
A woman writes of her husband’s drinking downfall and her hope for sunshine in their life. She cites reading The National Curse and using the Golden Treatment to free him from satanic influence. The piece urges readers to act now, save loved ones, and cut out the coupon.
Free Treatment Coupon for Alcohol Reduction Trial
Promises free treatment and a mail-in coupon to receive a sample intended to prove it will curb alcohol use. Claims the remedy works when added to tea or coffee and that the user will stop drinking without understanding why.irected to send name and address to a Cincinnati address.
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Maines
Glenn Bldg
Clneinnatl
Hbo
Jn Rotary
Fashions Flashed from Paris Gala Opens
Paris fashions flash to American taste showing rivalry between flared and slim frocks in many colors. Howland's notes this ongoing clash all season and champions the right of the American woman to wear what suits her. Jardin de ma Soeur gala features both styles as the season continues.
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Jardin de
Howland
Metalic Laces and Cloths Parade in Fluting Array at Howland
Met alic laces and metal cloths showcased in a riot of designs and patterns. Howland's offers laces 39c to 3 per yard and metal cloths in gold or silver twenty inches wide for 3 per yard.
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Howland’s
Howland's Silk and Georgette Sleeves on Sale
The catalogue notes corded silk collar and cuff sets with leatherette edge in gold, tan or mie silk edge, priced at $1 per set. Crepe de Chine options in white, tan or flesh cost $1. Full-length Georgette sleeves in navy, Phantom red, Alice blue, grey or black are $2.50 per pair, with three-quarter lengths at $1.50 per pair.
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Howland’s
Georgette
Alice
Thanksgiving linen sale from Derryvale shop
A Fairfield Avenue linen sale showcases a wide range of tablecloths and napkins in sizes 70 by 70 to 72 by 90 inches and napkins up to 24 by 24. Designs include rose, chrysanthemum, tulip, holly, laurel, and Margarite motifs with prices from $2.25 to $15 per set. Displays emphasize easy viewing and large assortment.
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Derryvale
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