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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1925

Page

5

Former State's Attorney to Defend Fur Manufacturer

Danbury judges continue seven cases tied to a large fur theft at the Delonery Plant. Retained Delaware attorney Charles W Ataphy to represent Carlo as part of a broad defense tied to an ongoing Danbury police and Pinkerton investigation into theft of thousands in furs.

Danbury Manbury Val Stone S. Cupamuing S Amifort Buirlletdesanry Ashertwovish Dimoury Tate Ugunim Robert S. Avenand Tren Wiater Carlo Vttes Dibabrich Diypish Dipish Atorney Varios Charles W Ataphy Gerald Channan Chapuom

Fairfield Court to Try Boy on Embezzling Count

Fairfield Court set to arraign a youth on embezzlement charges amid a clutter of cases. The report notes local arrests and court appearances from Fairfield, including details of a man suspected of taking a car and pocketing funds, plus community meetings and upcoming trials in a busy municipal docket.

Fairfield Court

Greenwich Police Seize Large Liquor Stash In City

Greenwich police confiscated a large quantity of liquor including beer wine and whiskey at a street location in Greenwich. Officers James Puhes sergeant and Frank O Connor with Carl Johnston recovered two quarts of whiskey six pints of Scotch and a dozen pints of whiskey. The raid followed a similar arrest by Harry and Jerome Morrell earlier this year. One suspect held on a 2500 bail was promised to appear in court tomorrow morning. Another arrest at Riverside involved Captain Patrick Flanagan and Officer John Vormon. Wesley Walsley 18 faced 2500 bail underwritten by Byron Newman and was to appear in court tomorrow morning.

Nwich Greenwich St Toght Wartin Mianussaa A Fray Stree Stamford Sergean James Puhes Frank O'Connor Carl Johnayon Harry Jerome Morrell James R Mead Cantore Morcis Rasenlere Byron Newman Tomorreow

Stamford Men Buy Large Packer Estate

Stamford residents report the sale of the Mary G Packer estate on Webb's Hill road in Stamford to Benjamin B Harrist and Arthus G Jessup. The 189 acre stock farm site overlooks Long Island Sound and traces to W S Packer founder of Packers Institute in Brooklyn. Purchase price undisclosed.

Stamford Mary G Packer Benjamin Harrist Arthus G. Jessup Webb W. S. Packer Packers Insitute Brooklyn

Weston Weston's April 6 events and moves noted

In Weston on April 6 a group of candidates received first and second degrees in a large class at Norfield Cranmkge with a 4 PM ceremony led by Mr Lille Breltwieser and others. A small gathering welcomed someone at the Fancher home on April 2. Families relocate as Mr W M Prince, an artist from Westport, buys the farm and home while Mr and Mrs Robert W Badger and daughters plan a move to Westport.

Westport Robert W. Badger

Miss Lockhart Dies After 39 Years as Greenwich Teacher

Miss Margaret Tackhart daughter of the late Andrew Lackwo and Annie Wallace died at 162 East Main Street Greenwich. She taught 29 years at Hartemeier public school the longest tenure in town. Survived by sisters Elizabeth Lovckhart secretary of Greenwich High School Annie Rennie and Mrs Harry Ferrira. Private funeral conducted by Dr Oliver Hupne pastor of the Second Congregational church. Burial in Union Cemetery.

Greenwich Margaret Tackhart Andrew Lackwo Année Wallace East Eint Hartemeier Oliver Hupnle Second Congregational Church Vinelating Union Cemetery

Greenwich Fires Spread On Estate Bursting From Blaze

Greenwich April 6. A garage on Benjamin Fairchilds estate caught fire last night destroying a Ford truck and damaging a Reo car. Volunteers battled the blaze about an hour. A second fire at Whitman S Mead estate burned two barns outbuildings and about hay. Two fire companies saved the Mead homestead by inches.

Greenwtoch Spenal Benjamin Fairchild Fre Whitman S Mead Mei

Danbury launches move to farm boys' Christian manhood school

Local leaders including George J. Green and James J. Bigga plan a community school funded by residents to teach farm boys manhood values. A meeting April 15 will showcase speakers from higher education and religious circles, with Coburn’s church backing the project and notable manufacturers as supporters.

Danbury Launches Christian Manhood School Perks Coburn Asso George J. Green AL Ko Pbwerdy Mr. Cobien Ainner

Milford forming veterans branch of Spanish War

Plans are underway to organize a Milford post of the United Spanish War Veterans led by Thomas Fagan aided by Carl B. Heywood. Many local men eligible for membership from 1898 to 1902 may join, including Marines, with a meeting at Milford as the nucleus for the new branch. Easter music program announced at First Congregational Church.

Aulpord Apell United Spanish War Veterans Thomas Forragan Rob Baran Reach Heidmarters Veterane Association Milfords Fagan Milford New Beitain Seaside Avenue Carl B. Heywood Numbeo Jon Nany Marine Corps

Gypsies Ordered to Leave Stamford in Crackdown

Stamford police and health officials ordered about 60 nomads living in small shops and phrenology parlors to quit the city. Landlords were served notices after investigations found unsanitary conditions. by noon Saturday most shops had closed and the group prepared to depart Stamford.

Stamford Sper Lound Health Commissioners Office Uis Main Street Jefferson Street Pacific Street Atlantica Street Manhattan Street Ludlow Street Westernis Lovacata Thomas Ft. Page Fear T Hey Monea Norgads Stamfa

Stratford Meadow Road Construction Affects Local Traffic

Work on a new roadbed at Stratford Meadow Road connects with Hollister Avenue in Bridgeport, with completion expected by May 30. The $29,000 project aims to ease summer congestion as hundreds of motorists use the corridor from Stratford to South Main Street. Citizens discuss potential deed to the Y.M.C.A. for beach frontage and debate town land rights near the shore.

Board of Police Commissioners Wiliam A. Ward Polie Board Henderson Iwat Ford J. PD. Brown, Jr W. Harthur New Haven William T. Turley Waterbury Fis Ott Dow Alga Kay Wothent Tlaven Owithowh Emerson Ft Stratford Lordship Meadow Lordship Stratford Avenue Hard's Main Street South Main Street Stratford League of Women Voters Town Hall Short Beach Pulte League Donald Sammis W. Howard Wilcoxson Jr. Wilcoxson Timothy Wilcoxson General Court Bridgeport WY Louis J. Herrman Old Town Howard Wilcoxson Mr. Burritt Wilcoxson Hell Wridgeport M.A

Local Social Rounds Include Weddings and Visits in Danbury Area

Easton and Mrs Cornelius Bush and Charles and Dorothy Bush were guests at the home of Mr and Mrs J Dickerson. Mrs Frank G Smith visited her mother in Bridge. Miss Winifred Platt Miss Margaret Moran and Miss Christine McStay spent weekend in Danbury. Charles King Charles Siliman and Howard Trembly were guests of Sherwood on Saturday. Miss Isle Dressler visited her Danbury home. Mrs George Marsh is recovering from tonsilitis. A Grange square dance drew a large crowd. Grange and Epworth League members organize events and rehearsals. Easter vacation kept several at home. Mr and Mrs Harry Edwards hosted guests. Mr and Mrs Wallace Whing dined with the Caminds. Mrs Stephen Wilson and family visited at Wilsons. Westport attendees joined the 21st wedding toast night in Bridgeport.

Cornelius Bush Charles Dorothy Bush Bmontelsir Jyareng J. Dickerson Frank G. Smith Commerford Bridgeport Winifred Margaret Moran Christine McStay Stedding Amit Danbury Charles King Charlea Siliman Howard Trembly Sherwood Oawards Isle Dressler Danbury George Marsh Baston Aurti Grange The Regina Steucek Misa Winifrad Platt Misa Margaret Maran Christine WeStay Martin Wallace George Co Alephen Wilson Wison Helen Marsh Arthur Whee

Bridgeport Nurse to Head Public Health Office

Agnes Fanning of Bridgeport appointed by the Women’s Town Improvement Association as public health nurse, to begin duties within days. Supplies ordered, quarters prepared in the Hedford House. Community groups hosted at Leo Williams’ Saugatuck home. winners named in ladies and men’s divisions. Funeral notices for Charles H. Kemper Stella T. Chase and A. Maguire. Ambulance fund campaign reports $1,600 raised. goal $3,333. Canvass planned. Various local social notes and visits listed.

Wrhstport Imperial Agnes Fanning Tridgeport Women's Town Improvement Association Hedford Rouse Mess Fanning American Sexton Woman's Auxiliary Leo Williams Saugatuck Divion Mary Craford Mint Mildred Mills Victor Sunderland John Keene Neilson Willam Stuck William Matthias Lend Matthias Harry Keene Charles Nielson Isabelle Rippe George Rippe Mildred Mills Mary Crawford Donald Granford Grace Colter Lillian Pillow Florence Wilson William Huck Alberta Dennings William L. Taylor Fostiot Womens Tang Grand Lodge Treasure Island Tony Sarg Greens Farms Charles H. Kemper Fstella T. Chase AL. Maguire Jersey Cnase Ure Bridgeport Hospital Raymond Greenfield Hill Skenneth Mackenzie Holy ‘Trinity Church Alreel Iuaston Kemper Jong Tame John ‘Kanber Mackensie Durkal Mra Maguire Painie Murnine Bea Lev Mackennie

Westport Sermon Highlights Radical Pastor Leaving

Rev. Vinton W. Mitchell delivers a valedictory sermon at Westport Methodist Church amid plans for him to head a boys' school in Norwalk. The pastor faces dismissal after one year, deemed too radical by the church Official Board, as he argues for choosing the cross and roots of truth over pleasantries. The piece ties his rhetoric to Van Wyck Brooks and a broader call for a newer, nobler church.

Westport Vinton W. Mitchell State Park Religious Federation Westport Methodist Church Mitchell Norwalk God Br. Fosdick Jas Tike Testie Paul Toma Calvin John Knox John Greenleaf Whittler Henry Ward Beecher Jesus van Wyck Brooks Lincoln Shuld Becme Pullman Company Mr. van Wyck Brooks

Liquor Carrier Forfeits Bond In Shelton Court

A man identified as Robert Mirmie of 170 Porter Street, New Haven, forfeited his $200 bond after failing to appear on a charge of transporting 30 cases of illegal beer. Edgar Amost Tripp of 88 Courtland Street, Bridgeport, was fined $100 and costs on a similar charge. A Shelton Theatre program by the Italian American club featured The Life of St Francis of Assisi and a musical program. Palm Sunday services were held across local churches with Holy Communion at several, including the Congregational and First Methodist.

Shotvon Robert Mirmie Porter Street Edgar Amost Tripp Courtland Street Bridgeport Shelton Theatre Ion St. Francis of Asisi McCarrieck Martin McCarrick

Woodmont Initiative Forms Committee for Community Association

Woodmont residents appoint a general citizens committee led by John Hall to promote a formal Woodmont Community Association. Richard Tampere elected secretary, others named to oversee by law actions as a mass meeting is planned at Hall's garage on May 1. Funds gathered from a recent dance and card parties bolster a temporary treasury.

Melborn Woodmont Ilea General Citizens’ Committee John Hall Ged Richard Tampere Moreir Aml TecOmAd Tea Rego Hall Oyster River Morningside Woodmont Community Association Halla Warage Woraduiout New Haven

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