Eames Urges Backing Modern City Charter Change
George M Eames chairman of a civic committee urges Bridgeport voters to discuss revising the antiquated charter. Petitions circulating request the mayor place the question on the November ballot to form a commission to revise the charter. The drive targets ten percent of registered voters and deadline for filing is November 7. The nonpartisan effort cites Akron Dayton and Cleveland as examples of modern charters with favorable results.
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George Mf. Eames
Aa Cdmniter
Je Niitier
Eames
Uoveriag
Connecticut
United States
Akron
Dayton
Ohio
Cleveland
Litchfield Carriers Meet in New Milford
Rural mail carriers of Litchfield County gathered in New Milford with majority attendance. B H Reymond of Darien presided and urged the establishment of the Litchfield County Carriers association. Officers to be elected later. next meeting set for Litchfield in October.
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Litchfield
New Milford
Litchfield County
B. H. Reymond O¢ Darien
Editchfield County Carriers Association
Thomas JE. Bonar
J. H. Thompson
Norfolk
Joseph C. Count
Fairfield Jail Suit Over Dilapidated Porch Collapse
Deputy Sheriff William H. Gould sues the town of Fairfield claiming a collapsed porch at the jail while transferring a prisoner caused serious injury. He alleges the danger was known and warned of, with ongoing medical costs and loss of pay since the incident. The suit seeks damages for the alleged negligence and unsafe jail conditions.
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Batrefeld
Fairfield
William H. Gould
Gola
Chuce Society
Milford Girl Dies in Philadelphia Hospital
Miss Frances Armstrong, a Milford native and senior at Milford High School, died in Philadelphia after an appendectomy operation. She leaves her father John and several brothers. Her passing leaves a mournful void among friends and the community.
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Milford
Philadelphia
Aug
Frances
Arnrad
Milford High School
Armstrong -Eaves
John
Trolley Company Contributes Share for City Work
George M. Coughla, director of public works, states the Connecticut Company is paying its share toward work in the city. The company is contributing funds to cover rent for trolley lines and to support operation during the project.
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Trolley Company
George M. Coughla
Fubile Works
Connecticut
Cing Werk
Ntay Velme
Aus
Hi Meng
Werk
Nilson Plant to Build Improved Oil Engine Line
A H Nilson Machine Co plans to extend its products with an improved internal combustion oil engine. The design features single and multi cylinder units from 4 to 15 hp, using oil sprayed directly into cylinders for combustion. Production may begin soon, with potential relocation if demand rises.
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A. H. Nilson Machine Co
Jacoy
Compte
Ske Nilson Company
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Wwewiil Manufactory Tacse AL
Nilson
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Nison
Small town mail service larger than city figures show
Statistics released by the Four Office department reveal the small town mail service employs nearly 50 percent more staff than urban systems. The nation totals 335,241 employees with 282,756 regular staff and many contractors, while Charleston’s Fourth class posts and rural carriers add to the combined workforce.
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Beline
Surjou
Resus Jax
Charl A. Greene
Air Vail
Greenwich Man Captains American Pistol Team
Faul A. Raymond of Greenwich sails for England to join the United States pistol team for the national revolver school event in September. Raymond, royal around champion in pistol, revolver, gun and rifle shooting in 1913, 1924, and 1879, has been chosen captain. During the war he served as inspector of small arms for the army. Joseph Juvers, another Greenwich man, was named as a member but could not participate.
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Greenwich
Faul A. Raymond
England
United States
Raymond
Smal Arma
Joseph Ju
Democratic Caucus Set for Greenwich on September 5
Greenwich Aug 81 The Democratic Town Committee of Armach ing last night set September 5 as the caucus date. Delegates to state county congressional and senatorial conventions will be elected. A business meeting at 4 oclock and the poll open until after. Delegates James Walsh Mond and JH Steveux will attend. Two will be chosen to attend the Republican State convention in Mor Ayan on Jen 12.
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Greenwich
Armaching
James J. Walsh
James JR. Mond
JH. Steveux
Lepabiiann Campos
Stanford
Mor Ayan
New Gossard Corsets Displayed For Autumn Wear
Gossard corsets in new Autumn models promise smooth fit and feminine grace. Designs feature low busts, long hips, light to firm boning, flesh or white coutil, and elastic tops to suit slight to full figures with prices around $3.30 to $3.50.
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Batiste
Little girls slip on sweater described as special value
Knitted from light soft wooten yarn in close firm stitch for warmth. Features cute sailor collars cuffs and trim in white or contrasting color. Smooth snug and easy to slip on. Available in navy brown tan and Copenhagen shade sizes 2 to 6 at 1.95 dollars. Second floor.
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Copenhagen
Gleaming silver tableware at special prices
Gleaming silver of special price describes white metal dishes with pure hard silver coating. Attractive in design, durable and compatible with fine table linen and glass. Compotes and baskets in several patterns priced from $0.85 to $7.50, bon-bon dishes $1.95 to $5.50. Lett aisle, front.
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Poli Palace
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Palace
Gould
Main St
Corner Elm St
Jil Ey
Howland
Howland Dry Goods
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