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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1920

Page

6

Education Board Faces 45000 Shortfall After Apportionment

The city education board probes a deficit request for teacher salaries and agrees the last meeting fixed the grand list and tax rate. Officials dispute the 45000 shortfall versus 20453 already granted to cover deficits, with figures contrasting between the board of apportionment and the City Auditor. The education board plans to revisit the issue at its next meeting to align with apportionment figures.

Ard Sgt Oard Board of Education Bourd Gernard Heating Board ‘of Education Ot Ed Lidi Gec Board of Apportionment

Glycation Board Records $45,000 Deficit Deferment

A board notes a $45,000 deficit appropriation issue. Officials consider delays and funding adjustments while addressing the shortfall.

Board of Glycation Alus

Civil Service Examinations Announced Here

The United States Civil Service Commission announces open competitive examinations from May 1 to May 42 to fill vacancies in district ordnance positions including messenger and messengery girl with a $430 salary. Further details and application information available from the Board Secretary at Bridgeport or Boston.

United States Servier Commission I Nold Messenar Bov Messenzey Girl Ordnance Ad& She Bridgeport Boston

Coroner to investigate jhney accident and injuries

Coroner Phelan will hold an inquest today at nine o clock into the jhney crash at Fairfield avenue and Middle street. Joseph Petrosit twenty one Summer street was badly injured, with 16 passengers and others hurt as the jitney collided with a trolley car. Miss Mary Bardany, Miss Lou Hurst, and others sustained injuries. Petrosit suffered rib injuries and internal damage, while Miss Hurst spine injuries were reported. The wreck buckled the trolley, shattering glass. details describe a severe urban street collision.

Phelan Failroad Middle Street

Metal Co Factory Damaged by Blaze Across Bridges

A fire at Bridgeport Metal Manufacturing damaged Factory No. 6 and its work. Estimated losses reach 26 00 dollars overall, with building damage around 2 000 and products between 15 600 and 18 000. Work from No 2 shifted to the other plant across Carbon and Wreh Burn streets.

Bridgeport Metal Manufacturing Serapany Carbon and Wrehburn Streets

Obituary notices from Stratford and area list several deaths

Obituaries report Anna Barker of Stratford died Wednesday night amid family and church connections, Ruth Ennis and Katherine Maves noted among others, with services at St James and St Augustine. Anna Husted funeral held at her Laurel Avenue home with local clergy officiating. Burials planned at Mt. St. Michael and Mountain Grove Cemeteries.

Caroline Street Va Michael's St. Rosey Newtown Anna J. Tariven Fallow Avda v Barker Samuel Barker Barnumavenue Stratford Shepherds of Bethlehem Philip Barker Lawrence Busat Mayueigh St. James’ Church Ruth TE. Ennis Ruth Mipanor Innts Tranic Mars Thompson Ennis South Avenue Waterbury Tial St. Joseph's Cemmonts Katherine Misa Katherine Tuse Bridget Way Aiary Travey Schane Vine Street St. Augustine's Church St. Michel's Temete Amg G. Husted Annatruda Husted Adierngon Laurel Avenun Jann G. Saddler Arist Episcopal Churca Henry FB. Kelly Georges Ceopal William B. Bradshung Willian Bradshaw Vine A. F. Chimter Sheinhof Floral Ag Ceme

Man Shot by Officer Stowe Dies of Wounds

Luigi Appucet of Waterbury was shot by Officer Herbert Stowe during an argument over a bet. Appucet died of his injuries at St Vincent’s Hospital. The officer claims self defense and is not expected to be held liable for the death.

Stowe Luigi Appucet Waterbury Herbert Stowe al BL Viagents Ambrosia del vi Bec del Xe St. Vinesut's Hospital

Have You Given Up on Life and REOLO Treatment?

An old advertisement urges aging men to avoid surrender and promotes REOLO as a tonic reconstructive aid. It claims cell-salt, iron, and oxygen deficiencies in blood slow aging and promises six weeks of use improves strength energy and mental activity. The ad lists Hindle's Drug Stores at 909 Main St and 993 Main St as sellers.

Hyomer Inhaler Promises Quick Catarrh Relief

Advert shows Hyomer inhaler claiming two minute head clearing relief from catarrh, allowing free breathing. Promises pleasant taste and easy use. notes ingredients from eucalyptus forests and antiseptic germ killer. Includes complete home remedy kit with drops, inhaler, and Myomel bottle, available at druggists.

Australia Elnard

Tomlinson Heirs Cited in Stratford Property Action

The Tomlinson heirs are cited in a Stratford property suit over tile ownership. Defendants include members of the Bishop family and local names such as Agnie Wust and Rosenbaeunt. The case alleges possession for more than 15 years and potential claims by the Tomlinson heirs.

Bishop Stratford Ihis Russell Toralingen Agnie Wust Rosenbaeunt Clatn Thrush Tomlinson Wenry Ae Eer Titiay Bistop Min

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