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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1923

Page

5

Missing Sheltons Library books prompt theft concerns

Shelton officials report an incomplete inventory showing at least 400 books are missing from the shelves due to theft. Open stacks and free access hinder prevention, while the library association plans checks to curb losses despite challenges. Also noted are local court fines for intoxication and health updates on residents and a keeper recounting years with New York zoo animals.

Shelton Korary The Library Association

Wounded man and dean face assault charge dispute

David Smith of 620 Finusatonte avenue says he was stabbed by dean Robinson of 141 North Waslington avenue two weeks ago. Smith was discharged from St Vincent's hospital and jailed. Robinson's bail is set at 1000 dollars. They will be arraigned in City court this morning.

David Smith Finusatonte Avenue Dean Robinson Waslington Avenue St. Vincent's Hospital Smith Robinson

Ansonia to Observe Daylight Saving Time Next Week

Ansonia prepares to switch to daylight time with factories mills banks and stores already aligned. Schools are expected to follow and residents appear largely supportive. Meanwhile Nila Anderson of Beaver Street becomes the new mail messenger at the local post office succeeding the late Joseph Yollo who died in an Derby automobile crash.

Ansonia Aten Factorias Nila Anderson Beaver Street Joseph Yollo Derby

Municipal garage to prepare reply to city council

Municipal garage officials plan to respond to aldermen about claims workers were forced to exceed legal hours under the city ordinance. Acting Secretary Ansa P. Whorne may attend the council meeting. The board claims lack of official notice of the ordinance. surplus staff may be dismissed after the meeting. President Bammni Maye said workers kept during winter will be let go.

Nuvicinal Garage Control Commission Smieres Moby Garage and Health Board Ansa P. Whorne Bammni Maye

Robin Hood in the Age of Coal and Capital

A densely worded meditation argues that commerce invades Sherwood and Robin Hood’s legend, warning that coal mining and industrial energy threaten beauty and heritage. It frames Robin Hood as a pioneer of private enterprise and social justice, praising his vision of equal respect for women and support for production, while noting his enduring myth in Edwinstowe and the miners’ future.

Robin Johan Friar Tuck Will Svariet George Green Robin Hood Adam Smith King's Forest of Sherwood Hardwick Thoresby Ms Merica Tord Hickless Yorkshire Sherwood Forest Winstone Wal Richard Cover da Lion Edwinstowe Edwin Northumoria Hiven

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