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Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1914

Page

5

Hallen Funeral Here Thursday in Nashua Tribute

The passing of Hallen prompts city offices to close during his funeral. Tributes stamp the city, with body likely lying in state at his brother’s home, and processions planned. Key officials and figures from Nashua attend as memorials unfold acknowledging his long service in education and public office.

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Court Urged to Vacate Child Support Order

Attorney Herbert E. Sharpe petitions the superior court to cancel the quarterly $25 child support, claim­ing health issues and abandonment by Helen Turney Sharps of Fairfield in 1912. He seeks weekly visits with the child, restores the name from Marion to Rhoda, and notes a divorce was granted on the basis of desertion.

Herbert E. Sharpe Dieres Helen Turney Sharps Fairtidla Superior Court Sharpe Meriden Marion Rhoda Barton Mra Sharpe Sharon

Tries death by own action by gas Pulmotor saves life

Louis Abramovits, 24, of 420 Bunnell street, attempted suicide today by inhaling gas. When found, he seemed beyond hope, but Dr. Beaudry and the Pul motor were able to revive him. He is now at Water Port Hospital and is expected to recover.

Louis Abramovits Bunnell Street Dr. Beaudry Cmorweber

Dillon Seeks Restore Rights After Stratford Fight

Daniel J Dillon of Stratford city who was jailed for his role in the Stratford fight in August 1913 says he will apply to the General Assembly for restoration of his rights as a citizen. Dillon and several others were arrested after an open air event Sunday provoking Stratford residents and resulting in arrests of youths and others involved.

Daniel J Dillon Stratford General Assembly Dillon Youne Dorkin Kid Pabwer

Budget Hold Up Delays Bridgeport Police Requisition

The Bridgeport police budget request faces delays as officials seek to confirm how many officers support a course at the F230 C gymnasium. The final amount may be split. half the cost would be added to the requisition.

Bridgeport

Court to appoint panel to examine arson suspect

Sheriff Vollmer asked Judge Curtis to appoint a commission to examine Charles Butler who faces arson charges. The court named Dr. Limcom Banks, Charles C. Goafrey, and D. M. Trecartin to conduct the mental examination.

Charles

President Silent on War Embargoes

Washington dispatch reports President Wil aan has taken no stand on embargoes amid war tensions. He offered no opinion to Congressmen as European unrest and old coves are noted, leaving policymakers without guidance on upcoming measures.

Washington Wil [Een Europe

John T. King Slated for Board of Apportionment

Four new faces are set to join the board of apportionment next year as terms expire for Albert H. MacDonald William T. Hincks Norman Leeds and John Dezso. Mayor Wilson is expected to appoint John King to one of the seats while others’ replacements remain undecided amid bipartisan shifts and internal city politics.

Albert H. MacDonald William T. Hincks Norman Leeds John Dez Xore MacDonald En Hincks Leeds Board of Contract and Supply George L Catlin Wilson MacDionsid Hincks Dezso West End John King King Meyer Wilson Kise Europe D. H. Weiner

Charities Board Sets Budget For Fiscal Year Involving Health and Public Works

The Charities Board presents its fiscal year budget with estimates totaling about 127.1 thousand dollars for the department of health and hospital services. Provisions include funds for family visitation, care for children, ambulance and emergency services, hospital and asylum upkeep, andAllocations for physicians, pharmacists, and support staff. The plan also covers museum and asylum-related expenses, with notable increases in ambulance operations, patient examinations, and staff salaries to meet stated needs.

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New Police Appointments Rumors At Board Meeting

Ten patrolmen were to be named, with Lieutenant likely for Peter Hall, a detective sergeant. Candidates included Sergeant James Walker and Sergeant John McGirr, brother-in-law of Alderman Daniel Walleye, amid Democratic and Republican tensions. A final list of five Democrat and five Republican appointees was expected to be decided Thursday night, with over 50 applicants for the new posts.

Peter Hall Leutenant James Walker Jom —E McGirr Resker Teputilcan Tiett McGirr

Rejected Bills Finally Reach Common Council

City payment now due for alterations to sewer wells and Warrenite work. Bills from Pierce Mfg Co and B D Pierce Jr Co, totaling over 37,000, were presented to the paving and sewer commission but not endorsed. They were slipped into the council on a streets and sidewalks committee recommendation and ordered paid.

Director of Public Works Jacob A‘ Contade Pierce Mfg. Co B. D. Pierce, Jr., Co Paving and Sewer Commission Council Streets and Sidewalks Committee

Swindlers Pose As Court Impose Fine On Pedlar

A mock arrest on Stratford avenue led Samuel Serado of 56 Water street to pay $13 after two men claiming detectives and a mock judge questioned him about licenses. The "court" fined him then remitted costs due to insufficient funds. Serado reported the ruse to police as they search for the impostors posing as officers of the law.

Bolden Samuel Seradoplis Water Street Geo. Arhdla Suradopia Stratford Avenue Seradeyne 1 Police

Local Court Session Reports Minor Offenses and Fines

Frank Johnson a 12 year old of New tesin riding faced intoxication and theft charges but was discharged for lack of evidence. Michael Braska of Waterstreet received jail reduction for intricate offense. Ric card CorpsH and Philip Letrice of Lexington avenue fined $1 each for breach of the peace. Percy Dervis of Courtland street fined $5 for wounding the peace. Joseph Sve alias Schwarts hearing on embezzlement continued. Alexander Downs of Greens Farms found guilty of reckless automobile operation on December 14.

Frank Johnson New Tesin Peter Tofoie Clar Jence Street Ner Michael Braska Waterstreet Lakeview Riccard Corpsh Philip Letrice Lexington Avenue Polls B. O. ‘Hall The Humane Society Percy Dervis Courtland Sheent Joseph Sve Schwarts Beck Cleveland Pequopnock Alexander Downs B. ‘T. Bedford Greens Farms Andrew Smith Bunnell Street

Shortest Day Marked by Winter Arrival and Court Pleas

Meteorologists note December 22 begins winter with daylight at about eight hours as frigid gusts sweep Seaside Park. In city court, Thomas Brown and Hd McGrath faced arraignment for assault and breach of peace after a transfer dispute. Snowdrifts halt New York Central Rail traffic across northern New York causing delays.

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Christmas Week Notes From A Storied Eastern Port

A mosaic of brief items and anecdotes from wartime and holiday observances. Notable mentions include a U.S. cruiser patrolling the eastern Mediterranean, a Cleveland hotel proprietor found stabbed, and a Norwegian steamer ashore near the Bahamas. Local incidents include a burst sewer trench in Brooklyn washing away street, and reflections on war news, Christmas customs, and youth behavior during the holidays.

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