State Education Official Opposes Washington School Plan
Brin k W Finnegan Pennsylvania superintendent of instruction told a special joint committee that a Washington school system plan is inadequate. He urged professional staff, a larger 24 room building with growth add-ons, elected or appointed board, universal classics, and stronger supervision while rejecting the platoon and 6-4/3-4 schemes.
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City playground plan urged for Washington streets and schools
A report from the Labor Department forwarded by the Children's Bureau urges a new advisory playground board to coordinate city and school efforts. It calls for $203,965 in extra funding plus $180,420 in the district budget, year-round operation, qualified supervisors, and staff salaries like teachers, to expand playground space and serve all precincts and age groups.
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Debates on Irish settlement and Ulster's role in Treaty
In a heated Commons session Lord Birkenhead argues for a negotiated settlement in Ireland, claiming the proposal may satisfy southern Ireland's sentiments. Chamberlain and Chamberlain allies press for amnesty and a peaceful path, while Ulster leaders vow firm resistance to any boundary plan. The debate centers on Ireland's future and the feasibility of a unified state versus northern autonomy under the treaty.
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High school addition bid tops eight firms in district race
May obtain contract for Buchanan High School eight room addition after seven bids. Hyman and Parsons submit the lowest bid at 143000 including mechanicals, 2900 over the appropriation of 140000. Commissioners expect award to Hyman and Parsons, citing savings from Mott school contract to fund other district projects. Highest bid reached 162220 by Skinker and Gerett.
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Fragmented city shooting report with casualties
Wounded and dead reported in multiple city districts after yesterday afternoon’s incidents. A large number of shots fired across eastern districts left several people injured and one dead, with ongoing concern over the extent of the violence.
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Divided on Peace Treaty Neutrality in District Councils
Local council leaders criticize a statement supporting neutrality in the Anglo Irish treaty negotiations. George Washington council in Dublin praises neutrality while others vow continued meetings to avoid compromising principles.
State Bureau Plans Expanded Services and Advisory Panel
A 1920s notice outlines changes to the bureau including three new services such as division of legal research to analyze State statutes and expert services in the field of recreation. Miss J Lathrop recommends appointing an advisory panel of judges and producers to oversee the plan.
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Teachers Pay Rises Prompt Tax Measure Talk
Central Citizens association backed public school teachers salary increases and urged the committee on schools to pursue the higher pay to the limit. The group discussed Senate tax reform proposals including abolition of the 50 60 fiscal policy and asked the legislative committee to study the measure, with Thomas Donovan naming Francis Me Salles Ryan as committee chair on supplies. January meeting features entertainment by North Capitol Methodist with Robert H. McMackin directing the program.
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Will Act On Irish Treaty Session In Arlington Hotel
The nations executive council, not the American Association for the Recognition of the Irish Republic, meets at the Arlington hotel this morning to state its stance on the treaty. Heaward L. Doheny of Los Angeles is president, Thomas W. Ryan of Chicopee is national secretary, and Joseph P. Quinn of Lowell is national director, among those arriving for the session.
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Chicopee
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Gifts that Lend Joy to the Art of Giving
An ornate retailer list of fashion items and accessories with prices across satin slippers handbags gloves hats and silk garments. Items include Irish linen handkerchiefs feathered trims cut steel ornaments and French kid hats with prices ranging from a few dollars to several hundred.
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