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Electrocution prompts call for wiring safety reforms
City debates urgent inspections of Public Service wires after the Clara DeMarco death. Councilman Sminek leads investigation while residents demand warning devices and quicker repairs to prevent future tragedies on Plainfield streets. Editorial urges robust action over mere talk.
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Sminek
Little Clara
Public Service
Smineck
Fire and Buildings Committee
DeMarco
Plainfield
Mr. Sminck
Sminck
Clara DeMarco
East End
Central Station
Public Service Corporation
Electric Light