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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1923

Page

7

Mayor and Drew inwordy battle over tax receipts

At a Democratic Executive Board meeting Mayor Fred Atwater clashed with Tax Collector Edward Drew, both former Democratic candidates. The mayor praised all office holders except the tax office, citing likely shortfalls in tax collections. Drew denied hostility and said he would not campaign alongside the mayor, or any platform, due to the primary fight.

Fred Atwater Edward , Drew Democratic Executive Board Hohe Colecton Avilich Tax Board Drew Primarios

Fire Tests Of Roofing Materials

The Bureau of Standards plans a program of fire tests for roofing materials focusing on wood shingles and prepared roofing. Equipment is being acquired and test specimens prepared. A conference with wood shingle and prepared roofing manufacturers and five underwriters agreed on testing methods and the test program outline.

Bureau of Standards Scientific American

Contemporary Club to Hear Weigall Egyptologist Tonight

Arthur Weigall, Egyptologist and Telegram correspondent at the tomb opening of King Tutankhamun, was commissioned to recreate the tomb for London’s Empire Exhibition. He is visiting Bridgeport, guest of Judge and Mrs Boardman and Mrs Marsh, and will address the Contemporary Club tonight.

Arthur Weipall Telegram Luxor London Weigall Crtis America Bridgeport Quel Wiliam &. Boardman Mirs Egbert Marsh Contempor Club

End of sinecures brings dismay to Spanish officials

Madrid reports a coup era stirring crowds as the regime pushes a sinecure crackdown. Officials must work now, but the public clamor, crowded cafes, bullfights, and rumored roulette await the weather. The decree targets government salaries, with widespread layoffs, pay sheet audits, and nepotism exposed.

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Foot lock vise aids hands free work in metal shop

An early description explains a foot operated vise accessory that locks the work under high pressure, enabling hands free operation. The pedal and lever provide a compounded purchase to jam jaws and secure irregular shapes for precise holding before final clamping.

Free Trial Method for Asthma and Hay Fever Relief

Free trial offer targets asthma and hay fever sufferers. Readers are invited to request a no cost method claimed to relieve difficult breathing, wheezing, and paroxysms. The solicitations emphasize sending no money and using a small coupon to receive the treatment at once, regardless of age, occupation, or location.

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