What the wild waves say along the Milford shore
Residents debate Sunday amusements at Walnut Beach with a petition favoring open dances and halls if properly run amid concerns over recent disruptions. The scene includes St Gabriel's benefit plans, local boxing ties, cottage renovations, and holiday prep as heat drives beachgoers to the shore.
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St. Gabiel's Chapel
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Dancing class for children at Laurel beach casino
A dancing class for children was held yesterday afternoon at the Casino at Laurel beach starting at 4 o'clock. A goodly number of young attendees were present. Henry McKeon formerly of the Waldorf Lunch in Bridgeport is stopping at Walnut beach for a few days.
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Henry McKeon
The
Waldorf Lunch
Bridgeport
Walnut Beach
Physician as Expert Witness on Drunks
Washington officials announce a new excise law enabling police to take suspected intoxicated individuals to a hospital for medical examination. Doctors may later serve as expert witnesses in Police Court when alleged drinkers claim innocence. The measure targets men found tottering in a dignified alcoholic haze who deny intoxication.
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Washington
District of Columbia
Sylvester
Esch
National Crusade Seeks End to Calf Slaughter Across Nation
Washington reports widespread support from local chambers of commerce for a federal law to halt interstate shipment of calves under three years and cows under six, aiming to lower meat costs by boosting beef cattle supply. The push argues the ban would ease the high cost of living. Meanwhile, the Steamers Park City to Port Jefferson matinee excursion on July 4 leaves at 1:30 p.m. from Fairfield Avenue for three hours on Long Island Sound, with a 4:30 p.m. return to Bridgeport. Special low round-trip fares are offered.
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Chamber of Commerce
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Port Jefferon
Fairfield Avenue
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Bridgeport
Sound
International League Yesterday's Results Summary
Yesterday results in the International League show Jersey City defeating Providence 11 to 6 and Newark beating Baltimore 6 to 4. Buffalo fell to Rochester 2 to 1, while Montreal edged Toronto 4 to 1. Today’s games feature Newark visiting Jersey City, Providence at Baltimore, Montreal hosting Buffalo, and Toronto at Rochester.
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Bridgeport, Pittsfield clash in Eastern Association results
Eastern Association scores show Bridgeport 4 Pittsfield 3 and Holyoke 4 New London 0. Hartford defeated Waterbury 6 2 as Bridgeport faced Pittsfield, Springfield met New Haven, New London met Holyoke, and Waterbury met Hartford with decisive outcomes.
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Bridgeport
Pittsfield
New Haven
Springfield
Holyoke
New London
Hartford
Waterbury
P.C. New Havenserne
Holyoke Eee
Ward's Cafe Ad Features Wines Cigars and Liquors
A compact card advertises Ward's Cafe offering fine ales and a selection of imported and domestic wines, soft drinks, liquors, and cigars. The listing emphasizes a varied beverages and tobacco stock in a classic storefront presentation.
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Ward's Cafe
Claims Committee Hears Multiple Personal Injury Petitions
At a recent Claims Committee session several damage claims were heard with awards sought from 75 to 2000 dollars. John Keenan sought 2000 for injuries from a February 13 fall on Seaview Avenue allegedly caused by a defective sidewalk. Tuccy sought 76 after a motorcycle crash on Barnum Avenue blamed on a defective road. Harriet McGrath asked 500 for a December 30 icy sidewalk fall at Noble Avenue and Stillman Street. Jacob Zeissett of Durham sought 1000 for injuries when a street machine collided with his wagon. A. W. Flint & Co. of New Haven requested 279 for wagon and horse damages.
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Claims Committee
John Keenan
Seaview Avenue
John Tuccy
Barnum Avenue
Harriet B. McGrath
Noble Avenue
Stillman Street
Jacob Zeissett
Durham
Conn
A. J. Bodine
A. W. Flint & Co
New Haven
Uniform Rank K P Knights of Pythias encampment at Hanover Park
About 200 men from Connecticut Brigade Uniform Rank Knights of Pythias camp at Cassidy's Farm opposite Hanover Park Meriden July 3 for a three day event. General George Ry Tyron commands. Listed companies include Sumner Hartford Worcester Derby Stokes Meriden Harmony Torrington Owen Southington Weterbury Beecher Seymour America Scoville Salisbury with others from Middletown Bristol Waterville New Haven Stamford expected tomorrow for Fourth of July celebration.
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Knights of Pythias
Cassidy’s Farm
Hanover Park
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Sumner
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Derby
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Harmony
Torrington
Owen
Southington
Weterbury
Waterbury
Beecher
Seymour
America
New Haven
Scoville
Selisbury
Middletown
Bristol
Waterville
Stamford
Sec M Adoo's System In Revolutionized Form
Secretary Mc Adoo unveils a revamped treasury statement detailing assets and liabilities. A single bookkeeping change lowers the general fund balance from 162 million to 140 million. The law requires 22 million in deposits by national banks for retiring notes, now treated as a liability. The total cash in the treasury yesterday stood at 2.026 billion. A chimney fire at Geo Menka's home caused 75 dollars in damage. A fire crew tackled a blaze at the North avenue dump. Sun tomorrow rises and sets today with high and low water noted.
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Washington
McAdoo
Treasury
Geo. Menka
Kiefer Street
No. 4 Company
North Avenue
Norman Street
No 13 Figures in the Jessie Wilson Wedding
Washington reports President Wilson notes the number 13 as his lucky count and the wedding of Jessie Wilson to Francis B Sayre, the 13th White House bride. The piece traces past White House nuptials from Jefferson era through Cleveland, with Alice Roosevelt’s 1906 ceremony as a highlight.
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Washington
White House
Madison
Lucy Payne Washington
Judge Todd
Kentucky
Anna Todd
Monroe
Adams
Jackson
Alice Roosevelt
Nicholas Longworth
Ohio
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President Cleveland
Frances Folsom
Musical Club Announces Barrere Ensemble Engagement
The Wednesday Afternoon Musical Club’s program committee announced next season’s concert, featuring the Barrere Ensemble of Wood Wind Instruments. Bridgeport will hear a notable performer, George Barrere, famed flutist with the New York Symphony Orchestra, whose dazzling technique and broad color range are highly anticipated.
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Barrere
Bridgeport
George Barrere
New York Symphony Orchestra
Wounded man found in highway near Thompsonville
William Rodney, a Middlebury weaver employed in Somersville, was found unconscious with severe scalp wounds four miles east of Thompsonville late last night. He was taken to Hartford Hospital for treatment. Police suspect a hit and run as garments torn at the back. he remained noncommittal on how injuries occurred. TheBridgeport Public Library will close all day tomorrow.
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Thompsonville
William Rodney
Middlebury
Somersville
Here
Hartford
Naval Drydock Damage Less Than Supposed
Washington officials review the board report on Pearl Harbor drydock damage from lifting part of the floor. Damage is less than first feared and the dock can be saved. No floating dock substitute needed. completion aimed after Panama Canal opening for the Atlantic fleet visit.
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Theeavy Department
Naval Drydock
Pearl Harbor
Panama Canal
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Local Drugstores Sell Sale By Hindle Pharmacy Rexall Drug Store
Two local drugstores at 987 Main Street near the arcade and the Corner State and Main Streets advertise a sale. Hindle Pharmacy and Rexall Drug Store list sale items and hours, inviting customers to visit for deals.
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Hindle Pharmacy
Main Street
Rexall Drug
State and
Main Sts
Ollie Taylor Paroled After Two Years For Five Cent Theft
Atlanta July 3 Ollie Taylor a 13 year old city youth who served two years in Fulton county reformatory for stealing a five cent bottle of soda today was paroled by county commissioners for four months The case drew attention because Georgia law required him to remain until age 21 unless paroled sooner He will be eligible for further parole at the end of four months if his conduct satisfies reformatory officials
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Atlanta
Ollie Taylor
Fulton County Reformatory
Georgia
Obituary of Mrs Bridget Cullen Funeral Mass at Sacred Heart
Funeral services for Mrs Bridget Cullen were held this morning at her No 371 Myrtle avenue home and Sacred Heart church. High mass was celebrated by Rev Thomas Mooney with deacon Rev Matthew Judge and sub deacon Rev Edward Curran. Music by the church quartet including Miss Margaret Cummings and Mrs John Casserly preceded and followed by hymns. Pallbearers Edward Morris John Cooney Bernard Lee Thomas Tighe Thomas Conley William Keating. Committal at St Michaels cemetery read by Father Judge.
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Bridget Cullen
Myrtle Avenue
Sacred Heart Church
Thomas Mooney
Matthew Judge
Edward P. Curran
Margaret Cummings
John Casserly
Charles W. Ogren
Thomas Driscoll
Driscoll
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John Cooney
Bernard Lee
Thomas Tighe
Thomas Conley
William Keating
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Scalp Specialist Special Treatment for Olly Hair
Harriet E Sherwood advertised scalp specialist services at the 412 Security Building. The notice lists contact details including 4126 Main St and phone number 373-827. The brief ad promotes manicuring and scalp care services offered by Sherwood.
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Harriet E. Sherwood
Main St
Pupils of John Adam Huep Delight Bridgeport Audience
Pupils of John Adam Huep performed a wide range of difficult selections at Warner Hall in Bridgeport, drawing strong appreciation from a largely local audience of Bridgeporters at the students recital.
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John Adam Huep
Warner Hall
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