Mayor Wilson and Warner Faces in Bridgeport Scandal
The article accuses Mayor Wilson of financing his campaign with Warner's funds and employing Warner's lobby to block municipal ownership. It details Warrenite pavement contracts, alleged overpayments, and conflicts of interest with Warner's circle, urging voters to decide at the ballot box.
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Tague
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Maylor Wilson
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Dwyer backs Mullins in town race by at least 1000
Democratic Town Chairman Michael Dwyer declares Mullins will be mayor with a minimum 1000 plurality. He claims opponents are exposed, reporting is confidential, and asserts voters seek a genuine mayor free from public service corporation influence.
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Dwyer
Frederick CO. Mullins
Michael Dwyer
Malicious slander claims against McHugh in Second District
A hand bill circulated in the Second district accuses Democratic alderman candidate Thomas McHugh of six alleged faults. Town Chairman Dwyer rebutts the claims, calls the flyer a libel, and defends Sullivan’s primaries conduct as fair and lawful.
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Thomas McHugh
Mc Hugh
Sullivan
Wilson
Dwyer
McHugh
Vote for the Democratic Aldermen in the Election
A brief urging voters to back Democratic aldermen to support mayor Frederick c. Mullins and his pledged policies. Warns against voting for ineligible or unfavorable candidates, instructs to pull the first lever for a straight Democratic ticket and not to touch the lever again after voting.
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Frederick c. Mullins
Carl Plimentary
Standard Oil Favored By Wilson Mayor Admits Sprinkling Oil
The article accuses Mayor Wilson of monopoly favors toward Standard Oil Co. with three oiling campaigns in the streets of the city, noting extra cost and close ties to administration allies. A Health Department note reports a garbage complaint at 4 Washington Terrace.
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Standard Oil Co
Public Works Department
Washington Terrace
Department of Health
Bridgeport mayor and farmer clash over campaign funds
The Standard quotes Mayor Wilson defending his stance while accusing The Farmer of misleading Bridgeport residents regarding Mr. Warner’s campaign contributions from two years ago. The exchange centers on promises, timing, and alleged false statements that could implicate criminal liability.
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Warner
Secretary of State
Wilson
PULL THE FIRST LEVER Frederick C Mullins for mayor
Frederick C Mullins announces his bid for mayor urging reform and voter support. The campaign highlights policy aims and connects with local community groups as he seeks to win the election.
Farmer Advice on Bonds and City Ice Plant Referendum
The Farmer advises electors to vote No on bonds and Yes on the municipal ice plant. The message urges voters to authorize bonds for the proposed project, aligning with support for the ice plant establishment.
Man Wanted Here for Burglary Held In Newark
Police report Joseph Mars, sought for a burglary at Costa Bruno's on Main Street weeks ago, is under arrest in Newark New Jersey. Detective Sergeant George E Fox plans to depart for Newark this afternoon to bring him back.
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Spanish Captain Executed for Murder in Madrid
Captain Manuel Sanchez was executed at dawn by firing squad in Madrid for the murder of Don Garcia Jalon, a wealthy landowner, last May. The court martial verdict followed a confession by Luissa Sanchez, reportedly his daughter, who received 12 years for complicity. Evidence tied the officer to luring Jalon to Sanchezs flat, where the body was dismembered and discarded in a sewer after a gambling winnings dispute.
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