Judge Pullman Backs Commission Plan in Intercity Debate
Attorney John J. Pullman profiles the commission form as better for towns 10 to 300 thousand yet not ideal for large cities and warns of imperfect governance. Dr. Philip McLaughlin counters that politics persist under any form and emphasizes honest administration. he cautions against tying the mayor to every committee. A Bridgeport view, plus Newark and Hoboken examples, questions the plan's fit and predicts continued local trouble.
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John J. Pullman
Timesman
Philip McLaughlin
Tee
Bridgeport
Newark
N. J
Hoboken
Wild Geese in Flight Tear Down Wires From Peles
A southeast gale causes wild geese to disrupt lines near Manton. An errant leader and followers cause telegraph and telephone wires to snap from cross-arms, causing widespread outages and equipment damage along the railroad.
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Pavcong
Manton
Brakes in Good Order Warned for Chauffeurs
Automobiles hit by faulty brakes prompt announcement that drivers whose cars are unfit will be held responsible for accidents. Ernest Bridgefort of Seaview Avenue was arraigned today after a collision with an attorney at the corner of Walter and Green. Bridgefort’s truck, owned by Chris Rickard, a local trackman, will face City court next.
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Wilder
Ernest Bridgefort
Seaview
Aveny
Bridgefort
Afernoon
Charles A. Wheeter
Seond
Walter
Green
Chris Rickard
Pear
War of Words: Child Mumbles Amid Punishment
A frustrated mother questions her son Little Johnny who mutters and refers to “se swearin” as he fails to understand why his punishment persists. The dialogue hints at a child’s quarrel with obedience and language.
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Johnny
Germany pays huge sum to maintain American army of occupation
London reports that Germany spends 600 million marks monthly to support the American army of occupation in the Fatherland. Reichsbank chief Herr Haverstein says Germany's floating debt stands at 147 billion marks, rising by 30 billion by year’s end, while allied costs exceed a billion marks monthly for Britain and four to five billion for France and Belgium. The Reichsbank proposes a 20 billion mark forced loan to cover expenses amid exchange-rate differences and higher production costs.
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Germany
London
Herr Haverstein
Reichs-bank
America
Reichsbank
New Farm Display Showcases Large Mammoth Fireplace
A featured feature at the farm display will be a mammoth fireplace designed to provide ample heat for livestock if cold weather prevails. The arrangement includes pens and water troughs already in place to support efficient stock care.
Plush fur coats highlighted with exotic trim
Fine plush coats described as luxurious velvet like pile with 36 inch length and graceful lines. Each coat features natural or dyed opossum or natural raccoon collars and is priced at 50 for fabric fur and 29.50 for the plush option.
Western stock show to open in Denver with new hog pavilion
Denver prepares for the national Western stock show opening January 15 through 22 drawing exhibitors and visitors from states west of the Mississippi. A new brick hog pavilion is built for exclusive swine housing as the purebred hog industry grows in the Rocky Mountain region.
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International News Service
Denver
Mississippi
Rocky Mountain
America’s Crime Wave a War Link, Burns Says
Columbus, Ohio December 27. William J. Burns of Burns Detective Agency says the crime wave is a wartime reaction. He asserts the surge is chronological not racial or biological, driven by displaced military men seeking a living, predicting continuation through winter.
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Columbus
Ohio
America
William J. Burn
Burns Detective Agency
New York City
Burns
Splendid dress goods at special prices this season
A broad collection of serges heavy woollen fabrics and velour plaids offered at modest prices. Navy and deep shades in 42 to 54 inch widths, including wool serges from $1.35 to $1.75, velour and poplin textiles, broadcloth, and wool plaids. Third floor display promotes durable fabrics and seasonable colors.
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Tri Storm
Corset Sale Ad from The Howland Dry Goods Co
The Howland Dry Goods Co advertises Gossard Warner and Redfern corsets with varied models and discounts. Low bust, long skirt, lace fronts, and flesh brocade options are listed, with regular prices slashed to sale prices such as 3.95, 2.79, and 4.90. Durable, comfortable fits emphasized across white and flesh tones.
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Warner
Redfern
Gossard
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Minerva Yarns
Minerva
Howlann
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Conlie, &Recte Tea
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John Reck2son
Trewan Wilton
Axminster
Brussels
Deltex
Domus
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Consignee
Frank J. Dion
Elli
State Street
Conn
Savings Department
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Howland Dry Goods Co
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