01 Apr 1925
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1925
Page
1
Readable portion mentions possible injury or death of individuals in a strap style note with garbled text. No identifiable names, places, or dates. Context unclear, cannot determine event type or outcome from available words.
Leonard Paphane, 30, and Tony Verrano, 13, rode a motorcycle when struck by a heavy truck on Main Street near Elickory. Leonard died at hospital. Tony near death. Louis Smith, 21, of 2500 Fast Main Street, cited for manslaughter as investigators sort details. Police reported 16 injured. ambulance and hospital staff attended.
Lawmakers urge rapid funding and approval for State 10 air service after hearing complaints about inadequate coverage. Patrick Sullivan presses appropriations committee, warning of stalled air access and economic risks for Hartford area. Early testimony highlights urgent transportation gaps and calls for sustained federal and state support.
A garbled note hints at April Fool pranks and a story involving a number and a waiting figure. The passage mentions a grooming of words and a reference to a circus quarter, with unclear names and dates. The fragment preserves a sense of playful misdirection and urban chatter around a specific day.
The Tax Board deferred approval of a $7,090 appropriation for Tax Collector Edward A Drew to collect taxes on assessments eased by certificates of error. A special three member committee was appointed to investigate the request before action. Uncertainty over the certificate situation and a pending general assembly bill delaying validation prompted postponement. Drew warned the city would face costs for sheriff’s fees and clerical expenses, and indicated he might proceed to collect without an appropriation if necessary.
Osborne C Wood returns to the United States after years abroad to rebuild his fort and start anew. He defends his gambling losses and insists he is not broke, despite past Wall Street fortune and European casino escapades. Wood emphasizes his intent to reconnect with business contacts and regain financial footing.
New Haven March 31 United States District Court official Cleck Charles E Pickett received an order for the removal of Teur ick McCarran and James I Offord from New Traven to Washington D C where they will be given a hearing before U S Commissioner MacDonald charged with involvement in an income tax fraud scheme. The order was signed by U S Judge Henry W Goddard of New York. The men were held at the county jail pending removal to Washington and are likely to be taken back to Washington tomorrow after extradition preparations.
Public use of a long standing bathing beach near Westport is challenged in Superior Court. William A Borden’s Nes Haven property is at stake as Judge Leonard J Nickerson weighs the public right to access the shore area used for fishing, clamming, seaweed gathering, and landing for decades. Residents and youth fear loss of open access to the waterway and shoreline.
City last night saw one dead and four injured in a series of auto crashes. Other items note Cadman failing to energize public cheering for Chapman, and various regional political and court actions across Fairfield County.
A fire at Crescent Leach Hotel along Crescent Beach damaged the 30 room Fran corel Hotel property and several cottages. The blaze likely started in a time cupboard near the chimney from sparks, caused by a slave in the kitchen. No guests were in the building at the time. The fire was brought under control by patrol.
The Sunday Sports bill passed the House 128 to 398 amid debate on Sabbath regulations. Supporters cited local option and historical liberty while opponents warned against blue laws and constitutional concerns. Governor Trumbull is expected to sign. Senate action awaited.
Hartford report on the Blodgett measure postponement and a joint hearing plan for the city payroll reform bill. Officials discuss timing, opposition protests, and administration aims to curb property tax strains while aligning budget priorities for Bridgeport.
Dr. S Parkes Cadman delivering a Lenten address at Hartford’s First Methodist attacked cheers for the Chapman murder case as a sign of public mind sickness. He denounced motion pictures’ influence, noted 14,000 homicides last year, and criticized the U S Senate while praising New England as a source of religion and education.
Judge Nickerson denied a mandamus motion to restore Duffy to police chief status. The hearing highlighted alleged unfair actions by Westport Board of Selectmen and questioned the legality of Duffy’s dismissal as political leverage.
U S Marshal Tacob D Walters served papers today on Chapman in a case tied to a 4000 dollar cash claim and 30000 Liberty bonds. The proceedings reference a loss of 2.4 million linked to a burglary or similar crime prior to 191?09 with assets taken at Milan?. details unclear due to damaged text.
Civil War veteran-led Swartz and Cabell purchase Old Well Cigar Factory in Norwalk, a long-standing business with roots back to the Swartz family. The deal involves William Dugan, William Kern, Mark Newman, and Henry Ring, aiming to expand operations and maintain stability in the face of wartime and industrial changes.
Hartford dispatch reports on March 31 that prosecutor Hugh H Voorn and Judge Grobbel predicted a grim verdict for Gerald Chapman in the Peticeman Skilty murder case. Chapman smiled as he thanked his counsel while Walter E Shean admitted to crimes, including forgery and receipt of stolen bonds, amid a harsh cross examination in Springfield.
The report discusses Alexander P. Moor as ambassador to Spain, his resignation and retirement plans. President Coolidge may announce a replacement and reshuffle in the diplomatic service as Moor’s leave and filling options are explored, with speculation about timing and the future ministerial post.
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