Debts and Spending Policy Hover Over Bridgeport Budgets
Plain results of debt driven policy reveal a rising tax rate next year as three board members expect a 24 mill levy. Critics say borrowing boosted by spendthrift politics harms Bridgeport, once guided by pay-as-you-go champions like Bishop Read and Barnum. They warn of delayed payments and shifting charges to debt, urging a return to prudent fiscal roots.
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Bridgeport
William D. Bishop
David M. Read
P. T. Barnum
Mayor Wilson's Procurement Views Draw City Scrutiny
The article contrasts Mayor Clifford B. Wilson’s early pledge to seek low-cost, competitive purchases with later actions that bypassed the Board of Contract and Supply. It notes repeated waivers, attempts to buy cement and paving without bids, and resignations amid calls for broader purchasing powers, urging citizens to weigh the turmoil against shared fiscal aims.
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Clifford B. Wilson
Sana la Easly
Board of ‘Contract and Supply
Board of Education
Board of Contract and Supply
Connecticut
Senate
New York
New Jersey
Riggs Bank Case Opinion Released
The court issues its opinion in the Riggs bank case noting the ruling favors the bank after a lengthy consideration. The decision affirms the bank's position following extended deliberation and outlines the key legal reasoning.
Court criticizes illegal government practice critique
The court finds the government justified in demanding cessation of improper acts and upholds the treasury department practice of moving deposits from speculative banks to commercial banks aiding industry. The Riggs bank and Washington real estate ring are noted, with readers likely asking why its officers faced a court of justice.
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Treasury Department
Wall Street
Riggs Bank
Washington
Court of Justice
Roosevelt Verdict Praised By Public Spirit In Libel Case
The jury finds Col Roosevelt justified in denouncing a corrupt political system and the libel suit by Barnes, tied to his printing profits from New York. The public benefits from exposing alleged abuses, despite Barnes' political boss image and Murphy alliance.
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Roosevelt
Barnes
Murphy
New York
Col. Roosevelt
Value of school music fosters public support and youth clubs
The city funds music education not to train professionals but to enrich youth, with groups like the B H S Girls' Glee Club founding its first musicale to set a beneficial example. The piece urges continuation of such work and collaboration with the Oratorio society to stimulate school music and cultivate lasting talent.
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B. H. S. Girls’ Glee Club
Oratorio Society
Louis of Battenberg Alfalfa Yields and Water Needs
Prince Louis Alexander of Battenberg, former First Sea Lord, born May 24, 1834 in Gatz Austria, naturalized British subject, naval career highlights including Inconstant service, later First Sea Lord until resignation. Article discusses alfalfa water use, pasturing, clipping, Australia’s hay and pasturage system, and U.S. bulletin guidance on moisture management. Governor Whitman signs bill consolidating Workmen's Compensation Commission and Labor Department into the State Industrial Commission.
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Prince Louis Alexander of Battenberg
Admiralty
Gatz
Austria
Prince Alexander of Hesse
Louis TI
Grand Duke of Hesse
Alexandria
Victoria
Louis Sv. of Hesse
Alice
Queen Victoria
Atlantic
Prince Louis
Louis
Czarina
Russia
Henry
Prussia
Kaiker
Europe
Whitman
Workmen's Compensation Commission
Labor Department
State Industrial Commission
First American Bessemer steel rail milestone marked
May 24 1865 marks half a century since North Chicago Holling-Mill rolled America's first Bessemer steel rail from Wyandotte steel. The 1863 British import rails trailed earlier use. Cambria Iron began regular rolling in 1867, laying the railway steel foundation. The Pennsylvania Railroad previously imported 109 tons at high cost amid carbon issues.
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Bessemer
America
North Chicago Holling-Mill Company
Wyandotte
Mich
New York
Troy
N. Y
Cambria Iron Company
England
Ballinger Case Nolled by State's Attorney Cummings
Newtown May 24 George Ballinger's case for assault was nolled by State's Attorney Cummings last week and the accused released. He returned to his job with J. F. Webber of Mile Hill. The case against John Thome on the same charge is expected to be dropped. St. John's Guild supper netted a fair amount for the guild treasury. Melachai Keating and William Keane of Danbury visit. Estelle Sprague demonstrated home canning at the high school. Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Kirk of Bridgeport may join the summer colony here. Hobian and Maloney bought new cars. Nezvesky building a pew house. Dogs registered total 433. Mrs. Kennedy returned from Winsted. St Rose's entertainment postponed. Mass schedule begins June 1. Mrs. Herbert Robinson seeks return of her son Lorenzo from county home. Clarity workers favor mother's custody appeal to county commissioners. Few voters attended borough meeting but quorum met.
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Newtown
George Ballinger
Cummings
J. F. Webber
Mile Hill
John Thome
St. John’s Guild
Melachai Keating
William Keane
Danbury
M. P. Keating
M. Estelle Sprague
Fairgeld County Farm Bureau
W. P. Kirk
Bridgeport
T. M. Hobian
T. J. Maloney
Israel Nezvesky
W. C. Kennedy
Winsted
St. Rose’s
Herbert Robinson
Lorenzo
General Assembly
County Commissioners
Robinson
First Selectman
FE. D. Briscoe
Trumbull Social News Highlights and Local Notes
Mrs Edgar Van Horn of Milford visited the Wells and Gates families in Bridgeport. Charlies Ensign planned a charity whip at the Trumbull town hall on May 26 under the Improvement Society. Edwin Thornton remains critically ill. Trinity Episcopal church Nichols secures a site for new parish houses on the Peet property. John Curtis takes employment in Pittsburgh. Miss Ella Ward returns to Nichols after ivy poisoning, recovering. Long Hill gym class ends season with Emma Franz receiving a gold token. 40 guests attend with apple blossoms and lilacs decor.
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Edgar van Horn
Milford
Frank L. Wells
Harry D. Gates
Bridgeport
Trinity Episcopal Church
Nichols
Peet
John Curtis
Pittsburgh
Ella Ward
Samuel Wwrd
Long Hil
Emma Franz
Reception for Quilty dancing class fills Colonial Hall
A large turnout attended last night’s social for Quilty School of Dancing at the Colonial Ball Room. The event featured a grand march led by Evelyn Shea and John Murren with Professors D C Quilty guiding.
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Quilty
School of Dancing
Colounial
Marguerite Scott
Margaret Douglas
Margaret Murren
Marion Hayes
Dorothy Hayes
Margaret Wilcox
Marget Grandfield
Sophie Hubbard
Marguerite Thorpe
Arline la Hall
Medical Corps Field Day at Daniels Farm
Fourteen members of the Medical Corps from C. A. C. and C. N. G. led by Major F. J. Adams held an annual field day at Daniels Farm yesterday. They pitched tents lit litters and built fires before departing at 8 45 a m and returning at 4 30 p m The Belzian Relief Fund totals g1 059 428 89
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Medical Corps
Daniels Farms
F. J. Adams
Belzian Relief Fund
Read Co Special Flags and Gingham Frocks Promo
Read Co Special offers a Cotton Bunting Flag 5 by 6 feet with pole, 95 pennants for yachts, plus club house flags and pennants. Basement Bates Gingham fabrics advertised. promotes gingham frocks, comfortable washable designs in checks, plains and stripes with prices 12 1 2 cents.
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Bates
Initial Handkerchiefs in Linen With French Hem
Pure linen handkerchiefs feature a French hem and small block letters in pink blue or lavender. Priced at 15 cents each or six for 85 cents, offering a bargain for shoppers.
News Notes from the Era Across Diverse Events
A Jersey City man dies at the wheel in Keansburg while his wife and eight year old son survive. The US submarine K6 and the battleship New Hampshire suffer near misses and damage. Seventeen hundred prisoners watch a prison team game in Ossining. Three horses at Belmont Park perish in a lightning strike. A U S senator Townsend faces a reckless driving warrant in Battle Creek. Hyderabad’s Nizam seeks the height report. the request is granted. Mt Lassen eruption threats fade as Hat Creek Valley is saved by changing mud flow.
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Keansburg
N. Y
William McCreedy
Jersey City
Rubber Sheeting In Many Widths and Colors
Rubber sheeting offered in assorted widths and colors at 45c per yard. Wide stock includes silk and linen options. Spa and sponges range from small face to large body varieties priced 15c to 1.50.
Rubber Matting for Stair Treads and Floors
Advertises rubber mats in all sizes suitable for stairs and floors. Highlights durability and versatile use in homes and businesses.
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