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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1923
Page
14
The telegram reports that the Gill marriage faces dissolution proceedings as relatives express pity and prepare to petition for annulment. The narrative notes a court action, guardianship concerns, and a Sanatorium transfer involving Mrs Gill amid family disputes and reports of a private hearing.
In Norwalk several local items unfold as the Sherwood building is relocated to Eat Church street and new offices take shape. Prohibition enforcement ramps up with police stopping cars at the Jight- Qover corner while residents report land prices and theater plans amid winter notices.
Greenwich girl Meany daughter of Mr Meaney of Chicago will defend her title in a diving event at the junior meet. Her participation is under the auspices of New Yorks Untied diving association where the event will be held this afternoon at Plymouth pool.
A new minister was announced with extensive experience in education and church work. The appointment highlights his leadership roles, previous pastorates, and ties to institutions including Amherst, Chicago, and Yale Divinity School while noting his family and community involvement.
The readable text shows a garbled mix of names, places, and phrases. It references various people such as Deidre, Brannan, and others, alongside scattered terms like Mass, Sunday session, and Photographed. The fragmentary OCR provides no clear event or outcome to summarize into a full news item.
In Ridgefield a special gathering discussed redevelopment proposals and guest attendees. Notable figures included Mrs. Richard F and John Hicker of New York, with architects presenting formal plans and attire noted. Next steps include follow up meetings and new building considerations.
Fragmented OCR text notes Lawon MacDuff statements about Whitman to those who would sue. The garbled lines reference a petition, payments, and a court setting with unclear participants. No clear events, dates, or outcomes emerge.
Frederick Mills a plant engineer died suddenly at a local facility. He was 35 and educated at Lakes High School and Armacy University. He held a degree in engineering and was active in community and church groups. He is survived by relatives and colleagues who recall his service and work at the Lake Champs plant.
Local authorities announce a state backed effort to tighten liquor law enforcement. The campaign targets illicit sale and distribution, with select officials from Milford and surrounding areas coordinating to curb illegal tavern activity and public intoxication.
The article recounts twins deemed exceptionally alike, born in New York, adopted by Mackfoot Indians, and living with a nomadic lifestyle. It notes their identical fingers, slight neck difference, and fame as child artists, with summer camps, travel, and fishing adventures shaping their days.
Notables and wealthy residents describe Westport and nearby areas with a wide array of homes. The piece names artists, writers, critics, and social figures, noting their retreats, travels, and connections to East Coast towns and foreign locales while highlighting the town as a magnet for prominent winters and cultural figures.
The Alar Society of New Canaan hosts a euchre and dance in the town hall with music for dancing. Old and modern dances featured, prizes for a progressive euchre, and plans note community events and local leadership. The piece mentions town officials, the Community Center project, and a church figure returning from Turkey.
State Board of Education criticizes neglect of fire drills while Milford High School reports rapid drill success. Officials note modern brick buildings and regular drills under Coles Lewis. A test at Milford High School drew 251 pupils out in two minutes and ten seconds.
A prominent society wedding is planned at a Greenwich estate home with a ceremony conducted by Reverend Riselaw. Attendants include May fair figures and guests travel from Tuxedo and Yer. The reception follows and the couple will honeymoon on a young, unspecified location with post-ceremony events at the St Nicholas Club in New York.
The visiting animal hunter from Pruit Poe Mat Co toured Fairfield Beach the week noting for ideas on artifacts and viewing creatures. Her husband, a taxidermist explorer, helped showcase rare specimens and invented a camera effect used by motion picture photographers. She stayed with Mr and Mrs Reming at the Winumib cottage for a day.
A luxury vessel built for F. Hutton completed by Burmeister & Wain arrives in New London for refit. Captain Gary G. Mer leads crew to New York for dry dock then proceeds as details unfold. Ste. Patton's wife, Mrs. Elwin P. Clase of Greenwich, once of Rockridge, is noted in the society column.
Special Telegrams report a fatal Canbury accident area near Sugar Hollow road. Mrs Lilian Nolan of New Britain and several others injured when cars collided head on. Coroner Phelan of Bridgeport will conduct Friday inquest. Nolan in critical condition. others transported to hospital. Golijan injured, planned auto demonstration at Bethel postponed.
Westport court heard several auto violation cases this morning. Deputy Judge Joseph Adams oversaw charges for improper registration and driving rights. Defendants included a New York resident fined for headlight and registration offenses, with additional fines and costs levied in relation to the case.
Former Prime Minister Lloyd George condemned the government in the House of Commons for lacking a definite policy on reparations. He argued that Britain must declare policy amid looming events, criticizing the Franco-Belgian stance and warning against premature concessions.
The Du Pont Fairfield Rubber Works plans an all day employee picnic on the factory grounds Saturday August 25. The plant will be closed so staff can attend, with activities for all and the event held on the premises around the factory.
Paris reports cite Premier Poincare stressing reparations remain a separate issue from Ruhr negotiations. France expects active U S participation in the reparations talks while warning that Britain must oppose any German ruinous settlement.
William E. Litner of St. Louis views the plans for an upcoming high school project. Site work and car facilities are noted, with construction calls expected at the board meeting on August 17. Completion date set for February 1805.
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