Bridgeport Jitney Bus Crisis Sparks City Hall Standoff
A crowded Bridgeport aldermanic chamber heard tense testimony over a proposed ordinance controlling jitneys and Connecticut Company service. Mayor Wilson presses for action while critics argue the plan harms public transit and favors the Connecticut Co. President Storrs warned the company would quit unless all rivals were eliminated. The session featured emotional appeals, legal cautions from New Haven counsel, and a firm police routes ordinance amendment detailing routes and enforcement.
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Aldermania
Enthuis
Epo
Harry Frank
Connecticut, Co
Frank
Dineyedas
Connecticut Co
Bridgeport
Troliels
Chas. J. Kleiner
New Haven
M. J. Quinn
Buss Association
Connecticut
Kleiner
Connecticut Company
Storrs
Senator Quinn
Aldermen
Wilson
Farge
L. Storrs
The
The First Electric Country in Switzerland
The Swiss Republic seeks a loan to electrify public services using water power. Rich in hydro resources, Switzerland could power mills, trains, homes, and cooking. New York may fund Swiss power while neglecting its own resources and coastlines. The ad notes New York State has undeveloped water power worth much yearly. The Jibbletons are described as unsociable by Mr. Grampson in a light vignette.
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Maine
Switzerland
New York
Adirondacks
Catskills
Niagara
St. Lawrence River Rapids
New York State
Two Bureaus of Labor Depart Curtail Work
Washington reports drastic cuts to the Department of Labor with two bureaus the bureau of conciliation and the bureau of labor statistics facing substantial funding reductions. The conciliation bureau will nearly halt operations as its $100000 appropriation halves from 1920 while mostです field conciliators are furloughed. The labor statistics bureau loses funds and 22 posts are eliminated, limiting studies on living costs and government reports. The women's bureau gains funds to expand research on women workers, and immigration work expands with stable appropriation.
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Department of Labor
Washington
Bureau of Conciliation
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Hugh L. Kerwin
Bureau of Immigration
Women's Bureau
Bureau of Naturalization
Employment Service
Washigton Evening Star
All Settle On a Hairless Suitor
A Paris theatrical line features a father and daughter discussing marriage. The father rejects Henri for red hair and M Dupont for gray hair, then cheekily proposes Ruy Hisy who has no hair at all. The exchange showcases witty banter over appearances.
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Henri
M. Dupont
alli—Ruy Hisy
Paris
Brisk Car Chase Ends With Gritty Reply
Jenkins speeds with his best girl, dodging police traps over a long, dangerous run. He proclaims a fifty mile per hour pace and she answers she is full of grit. The piece contrasts high costs of house paint and labor with the expense of neglecting buildings.
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Jenkins
Roman Bride Teresa Becomes Duchess of Gallese in Nuptials
A ROMAN bride named Teresa, now Duchess of Gallese, wed the Duke of Gallese recently. She is 16 years old and her marriage ties her to the son of the famed Gabrielle DAnnuncio.
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Wonnainon Teresa
Gallese
Gabrielle D'Annuncio
Three of four quadruplets survive in Putnam birth
Putnam Connecticut July 13 three of four male quadruplets born to Benedict Lecroix and wife of Worcester, recent residents here, are living and healthy. The parents have a long seven year marriage with thirteen children, including two sets of twins and a set of triplets. Medical men note twins occur in 1 in 87 births, triplets in 7103, quadruplets about 757000, making the surviving three a notable case.
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Putnam, Conn
Benedict Lecroix
Worcester
Acquitted Burglary Defendant Plans Daytime Visit
Knew Wiscu client just acquitted on burglary charges says goodbye and hints at dropping in later. Counsel agrees to daytime meetings. District bulletin notes the case outcome and the defendant’s cautious remarks.
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Sydney Bulletin
Smaller Hay Fever Conventions This Year
Hay Fever sufferers cut back on annual mountain conventions this year and focus on farming stores and offices. They use Kolox antiseptic powder to strengthen nasal resistance against pollen and dust, with Rolex as a suggested remedy for relief and better sleep and health. Available at all druggists.
Francis Romero Declared Bankrupt in Bridgeport Connecticut
United States District Court in Connecticut notifies creditors of Francis Romero of Bridgeport that he was adjudicated bankrupt on July 1 1920. The first meeting of creditors is set for July 2 1920 at 2 p m in Bridgeport County Court House to prove claims appoint a trustee and examine the bankrupt. Referee John Keogh will oversee proceedings.
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United States District Court
District OF Connecticut
Francis Romero
Bridgeport
Fairfield
Staines and Son Co bankruptcy notice in Bridgeport
In the matter of The Staines and Son Co of Fairfield the company was adjudicated bankrupt on July 10 1920. The first meeting of creditors will be held July 23 1920 at 3 30 p m at the County Court House Bridgeport Conn to prove claims appoint a trustee and examine the bankrupt.
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United States District Court
District OF Connecticut
Staines & Son Co
Fairfield
Dstrict
County Court House
Bridgeport
Conn
Elmer G. Webb
Norwalk
Gronna Defeat Signals GOP Setback in West
Washington reports the defeat of Senator A. J. Gronna of North Dakota by EH. F. Ladd, Non-Partisan League candidate and North Dakota State College of Agriculture president, alarming GOP leaders. Ladd’s win indicates league strength in Minnesota, Wisconsin, the Dakotas, Washington, and Idaho, drawing radical support into Republican ranks. Judge notes a domestic anecdote about Jinks rushing from an office after a telephoned report about a baby sleeping.
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Washington
A. J. Gronna
North Daota
EH. F. Ladd
North Dakota State College of Agriculture
Peerpfican
Senate
Dr. Ladd
League
Gronna
North Dakota
Volsted
Minnesota
Wisconsin
North
South Dakota
Idaho
Way of a maid with a beau in city roses and chocolate
A Toronto News item notes a maid pursuing romance in the city, described through a pattern of roses laid in a row and a quest for chocolate creams as part of courtship. The piece emphasizes social behavior and local manners in the urban setting.
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Toronto News
Cutiura Healed Water Blisters On Little Girl
Mrs Cora E Williams of Attleboro Massachusetts describes a case of water blisters on her four year old daughter that covered feet legs and between the toes. She used Cutiura Soap and Ointment with good results and bought more. The notice promotes Cutiura Soap Ointment and Talcum for toilet and nursery use.
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colpeRn
Ine Reien
Tennon
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