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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1923

Page

3

New Stratford Judges To Take Office In July

Stratford sets July 2 as the start for Henry J. Harford and Rev. Nestor Light as town court judge and deputy judge. Deputy Judge Bateman’s term runs to July 4. Debate centers on lawyers’ eligibility, noting prior non lawyers in the post and continuity under past regimes.

Stratford Henry J. Harford Nestor Light George H. Bateman Bateman Frank E. Blackman Harford Rev. Light Peeples General Committee Harford-Light Blakeman-Fateynan Blakeman Protes Ion

Stratford Town Court Sees New Appointee Readiness

Bateman lacks legal training while McGrath, a Cornell arts graduate, studies law under Judge John Smith and attends Bridgeport City Court daily. Stratford cases are minor. Forty Hours Devotion opens at St James with processions and multiple Masses. Daylight saving time begins as Stratford adopts the new schedule for churches, schools, court, and town offices.

McGrath William St. James Stratford

Hand Injury Shocks Police Cell Inmates

Edward Lee of Fan Dewey street was removed from a police cell to Hillside home after he slashed his hand through a window causing serious injuries. Fearing blood poisoning, he was moved from Emergency hospital to Hillside home. Elizabeth Falke, 12, of Lyes Court, suffered a severe forehead cut after breaking through a window and was taken to St Vincent's hospital.

Edward Lee Fan Dewey Street Hillside Home Govelen Djuly Emergency Elizabeth Falke Lyes Court SC Vincent's Hospital

Athletic Club of Walnut Beach to Increase Activity

Laurel Beach plans outdoor sports expansion this summer under a newly formed athletic club. William I. Steinkamp of New York drew the charter. officers to be elected soon. A committee from last fall oversees tennis court work by FE N Clark and Son of Milford. Walnut Beach items report a body identification attempt failed in New York and a Riverside Reading Circle gathering is planned.

Laure Beach Laurel Beach Gerald Lineburgh BR. W.rance James Coulter Bridgeport FE. N. Clark and Son Milford Peter Lavarde John

Devon Improvement Association Meeting and Milford Follies at Capitol

Upland notices report the Devon Improvement Association convoking its regular weekly meeting Monday at 8 PM to discuss potential bus fare increases. The Capitol Theatre in Myrtle Beach hosts the Milford Follies of Qaza on Tuesday May 1 with a May 2 repeat, under Chemeul No. 8, with David A. Hull directing a cast and chorus over 40 members. Reempudu Phinny reports Mary Taylor MLB church members will unite for an acceptance event for Rev. and Mrs. Jesse P. Roberts. Rev. Robertawik returns to Incal nustotate following the district convention in Bridgeport. Devon Chemical Company No 4 holds its regular monthly meeting Tuesday night March 1 at the firehouse.

Ucritt Maple Street The Devon Improvement Association Milford David A. Hull Reempudu Phinny Mary Taylor MLB Thev Jesse PD. Roberts Robertawik Bridgeport Devon Chemical Company No 4

Businessmen to inspect city school buildings tonight

City business leaders will tour the State ade school on Juha street and the State Trade Annex on Main street during the annual Open Night from 7 to 9:30 o'clock. Buildings will be open to the public for inspection as students in productive courses work under regular school hour conditions, with attendance expected to surpass last year’s 2,500 visitors.

State Ade Juha Street State Trade Main Street Secor Goth Atend Nooly

Ice cream price increase to five cents a quart

New Haven Dairy Ice Cream Company announces a price rise effective May 1 with wholesale increases of about 13 cents per gallon for vanilla and 10 cents for chocolate and strawberry. Officials cite rising demand with warmer weather and note sodas and sundaes will incur higher costs to maintain profits.

Tce New Haven Dairy Fce Cream Company Aith Wiuber Ice Area

Gasoline Theft Reported At Local Station

Sunday morning an attempt and theft occurred at a gasoline tank on 1296 Crn needert avenue with 14 gallons taken. An unsuccessful robbery attempt at 1494 North avenue was thwarted by locks. Police were alerted yesterday about a coop at amt Maint Street being rolled for live chickens and eggs.

Kasoline Ol Company Crnneedert Avenue Joseph Simone North Avenue Anthony Gapuzzella Amt Maint Street Beluga

Attorney DeForest Not Criticized In Receivership Case

Early Telegram edition carries erroneous claim that attorney Robert G. DeForest charged a personal gy bill by the Safety Steamship receivership. correction notes no misconduct by permanent receiver or other counsel. The Telegram later editions refute the misstatement and clarify roles of judges, managers, and receivers.

aAttornera Albert Jofer Hobert HH. Gould Safety E Robert G. Deforest Berritt Uayid

Clean-Up Week in Milford Set for May

Milford health officer Dr S Putney says Clean-Up Week will be held in May with Village Improvement Association backing beautification efforts. Ladies of First Congregational prepared a church sale of baskets, fancy work, food and more. A benefit concert for the Milford Hospital Memorial drew strong support.

Milford S. Putney Town Health Oficer Village Improvement Association Reading Circle New Milford Hospital Mra George Watts George Cables F. H. Woodruff and Sons Company J.D. Brown, Jr Cables Connecticut Company Frank Routell Whalley Avenue New Haven Elmer E. Overton Seaside Avenue Lass Rudolf Eli Mix Norman Bue North Sireer Delp Ingham

Man Arrested After Slapping Boy in Street Fight

Foouis Linardo of 312 Main Street was arrested yesterday on charges of slapping ten year old Tony Tudico of 42 Martin Street during a quarrel between youths. Police say the boy’s lip bled after the blow. Linardo denies the assault.

Foouis Linardo Main’ Street Yeaterday Tony Tudico Matin Street Inardo

Delightful Dress Lot Priced at 21 50 for All Women

A large assortment of fine dresses offered at 21 50, including crepe de chine canton crepe printed crepes and heavy foulards. Styles range from youthful to mature, with designs for full figures and varied occasions. Limited-time purchase from a special lot promises notable savings.

Pretty hats at special prices on long-time stock

A local sale features hats discounted to clear stock. Prices drop from 12.50 to 15 dollars down to 7.75, 7.50 to 10 down to 5, and 5 dollar hats to 2.75. The sale runs Monday with many styles still available.

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