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Bristol Phoenix

Location

Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1944

Page

4

Debate on Abolishing the Electoral College and Nonpartisan Elections

A columnist argues to replace the Electoral College with nonpartisan direct voting headed by presidential ballots. He cites past disputes and recalls a dam building anecdote from 1888 highlighting partisan tensions and the need for elections reflecting majority will.

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Western Electric celebrates 75th anniversary with Bell System ties

Western Electric marks its 75th anniversary this month as the war era giant in communications and electronics for the Armed Forces. The firm is older than the Bell Telephone System's core business, and New England Telephone and Telegraph Company founded in 1883 sends best wishes as a longtime Bell associate. John F Shaw notes the strong mutual support during hurricane emergencies and other crises that strengthened the Bell network in New England.

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