Lincoln relics face fate as Congress weighs care plan
The Oldroyd Lincoln relics, now government property, await Congress action on their disposition. The Office of Public Buildings and Public Parks plans limited admission to fund guides and guards, while options include keeping the collection at Ford's Theatre, moving it to the National Museum, or transferring to the historic house on Tenth Street. The prized item is Lincoln’s last writing, made after surrender at Petersburg.
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Washington
Lincoln
Congress
O. HL
Olderoyd
Tenth Street
N.W
Ward
Qidruyd
National Museum
Ty Deard
Ford
Capt
Oldroyd
Hucoln
War Department
Lincol
White House
Richmond
Petersburg
Lincoln relics and Civil War artifacts auctioned tale
A collection of photographs and artifacts recounting Lincoln's life includes hair, fragments of furniture, campaign mementos, rare portraits, and Booth's spur stuck in a flag as he leaped from Lincoln's box. The collection traces from the Civil War era through postwar years, curated by Capt. Olitro who joined Union forces after the war.
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Lincoln
Booth
Capt
Olitro
Nahant Coast Guard Radio Station Set as Boston District Hub
Nahant Mass steel station becomes the Boston District radio headquarters replacing East Boston. Three operators and workmen installed two towers and sending receiving gear sourced from East Boston to improve reception and reduce static. The station will connect patrol boats and cutters with other Atlantic coast stations and hear ships from Last Port Maine to New York under favorable conditions.
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Naitant
Mass
United States
Atlantic Coast
Coast Guard
Nahant Coast Guard
Boston
Nahant
East Boston Coast
East Boston
Nercant
Atlantic Seaboard
Lastport
New Yorks
Gloucester
Nantucket
Woods Hole
Chinese Play Delights Small Boston Audience
In Boston Opt, a Chinese theatre draws steady patronage from a rare white audience. The eight piece orchestra performs a mainly vocal long program with pantomime and sparse dramatic action. Spectators eat snacks and depart as the late show resumes the next evening.
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Boston
Tosten
Laereae San
Fong
Acte
Artresses
Sonl
Rotary Admits Two New Bridgeport Members
Robert N. Blakeslee and Leslie R. Matthews were inducted into the Rotary Club of Bridgeport at a Stratfield hotel luncheon. After receiving the Rotary ethics code, they were formally inducted as AV. Techne discussed the club’s history and six main objects. Next week the club will meet with Rotary at Haven Lawn Club. Paul Harris, founder of Rotary, will speak.
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Robert N. Blakeslee
Leslie R . Matthews
Ta! Club
Bridgeport
Stratfield Hotel
AV. Techne Aove
Lictary
Williams II
Tina
Wilds
Canada
Col Williams Death Reported As Accident
San Francisco reports Col Alexander Williams died in an automobile accident Thursday. Inquiry found the crash occurred in the line of duty due to steering gear failure and car drift toward a train yard. Private funeral services are set in San Francisco before remains are sent to Arlington National Cemetery for burial.
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San Francisco
Yeatercas
Alexander Williams
Branviseo Ray
etTan
Williams
Inquiri
Washington
Dean Tations Promaibie
Armeston National Cemetry
Washington, D
Pilsudski Completes Cabinet Personnel
Poland's premier Vil Uulind announces a reorganized cabinet with Angus Zetesta named minister of fored alfa and Hartel as key posts. The reshuffle aims to steer policy toward postwar reconstruction and align with Germany and Russia shifts.
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Templetad
Angus
Zetesta
Alfa
Hartel
Dom Politien
Germany
Russel
Zabwkie
Munister
Funan
Planes Built To Carry 100 Passengers In Berlin
A giant aeroplane designed to carry 100 passengers has been built at the Danbor works in Berlin. The craft measures about 426 feet in length and will be fitted with four motors for power. Cabins for passengers will feature skylights electric lights and storage roots. The aircraft is described as a major advancement in air travel for its time.
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Berlin
Gr GA
Danbor
Plaute Wit
Mverseis
Gubins Aly
Chon Ag pUllaner
Howland Coats Show New Street and Sport Fashions
In the Howland assortment coats for street wear afternoon wear evenings and sport occasions reflect new fashions. Most are wrap arounds, comfortable with straight-line mode gaining popularity. Fabrics include Venette Valencia Lustrosa Bolivia with colors red claret brown navy and black. Full-length Rover coats appear on a Bolivia model and sport coats feature rich plaids with fur or box collars.
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Valencia
Bolivia
Arch Preserver Shoes Offer Comfort and Style
Arch Preserver Shoes promise foot happiness with a natural appearance and arch support. The line features a range of fashionable styles in suede, patent and leather, including two strap pumps, Cuban heel pumps, snake trimmed styles, cut-out oxfords, and strapped satin pumps, all priced from $9.50 to $12. Street Floor carries the collection with combination lasts for proper fitting heels.
Wide Choice of Five Dollar Sweaters in Coat Styles
The ad offers a large selection of five dollar sweaters in coat styles with collars and button details in Taupe Black and Navy. Includes mixed color coats without collars, plus Angora varieties in Cocoa Brown Buff and Black and White with three buttons and high turning collars. Slip-ons and V necks in Powder and Buff also featured.
Everyday Silk Stockings On Sale At Low Prices
Every Day a Good Dollar Silk Stocking promotion offers medium weight full fashioned stockings that wear well and look good. Made by a reputable concern, these hosiery items are affordable and come in colors such as Moonlight Atmosphere Grain Champagne Metal Nude and Black. Franchette chiffon stockings are also advertised as sheer and clear with autumn colors, priced at $1.65 for silk and wool blends in Bobolink Camel Grey Mahogany Navy. Street Flow.
Corsabelt Adjustable and Removable for Easy Laundering
The Corsabelt can be adjusted to the wearer’s needs and quickly removed for laundering. Made of heavy silk brocade it features an elastic hip section and three pairs of hose supporters. Price listed as $5. Second Floor.
Girl's Crepe de Chine Frocks in Reds Greens and Blues
Fashionable crepe de chine girls dresses priced at $10 feature long sleeves with velvet trim and braid. Some styles include bow ties at the neck and circular skirts, offered in red green gray and blue.
New Buttons Buckles and Clasps for Home Sewing
An advert lists new sewing notions including plain and fancy buttons at 19¢ each or 4 50c per dozen, jet buttons 10¢ to 35¢ per dozen, gilt and silver buttons 10¢ to 85¢ per dozen, coat buttons 75¢ to $3.50, metal or composition buckles 5¢ to $2, and pearl or celluloid clasps or slides 50¢ to $1.25 per dozen.
Sunshine Cleaner Demonstration Opens This Week
A representative demonstrates this cleaner this week, showing how to clean and disinfect clothing rugs upholstery carpet furniture laces and other fine materials. Street Floor
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Meek
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