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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1922
Page
5
The Duke of Northumberland faces heavy taxation and trims expenses by selling Northumberland properties including hotels. He rents his Thames mansion to a Paris art dealer, plans to close Alnwick Castle except for a few life rooms, and will keep only a few rooms as the estate’s shooting season proceeds.
Andrew Soo, 13, of 33 Artmore Street Fairfield, told Bridgeport police he was pushed from his bicycle on Beacon Avenue in Black Rock by a boy about 10. The assailant allegedly demanded Soo’s bicycle chain and gold watch and asked to borrow a bike to exchange items before riding off.
Registrar of Voters William Lounsbury stated that applicants for enrollment on the primary lists must sign their own applications. He corrected the impression that someone other than the applicant could sign. Enrollment begins at 9 a.m. and runs daily until 7 p.m. through Friday August, with existing enrollees needing no action unless they wish to change their list.
Robert M. Holbrook formerly of 4 State street is under arrest in New Hampshire on embezzlement charges totaling 732.37 from Wiles Biscuit company. He battles extradition as Detective Sergeant Frank Holbrook waits to identify him. Concord hearing set today.
London reports a sensational claim of execution for Field Marshal Wilse. The notice alleges a death sentence by hanging on August 10, with sources citing aviation involvement and a supposed trial. The garbled dispatch mixes names and dates, offering little verifiable detail.
Morningside notes outline August visitors and residents at Milford area cottages and the Shore Drive resort. Names of guests include Ke, Barlow, Sprinefield cue a agent, and local officials Office of Waterbury. Mentions of Lake Champlain and Berkshires travel appear among summer routines. Road improvements by Morningside Association under Superintendent Morder are reported. August occupancy expected to decline for September rents as cottages fill.
Detroit activist Robert Wardell leads the American division against Prohibition, submitting petitions to place the issue before Michigan voters in the upcoming spring elections. The anti prohibition group aims to influence primaries and the general election with campaigns in multiple divisions across the state.
The Employees Relief Association received two pleas for aid during March with contributions from Turns and Bussiel and Sprague Meter. one bequest from Wig and others contributed. Several firms including Bridgeport, Cope, Hassle, Bullard, and Whiting are listed as contributing, with patients and families awaiting support.
A late 19th century notice invites residents of Connecticut to attend a military camp described as Camp Forbes. The announcement outlines travel routes, event dates, and the purpose of the gathering, mentioning Wirte, Hatton district, and Beehil Cavebnoe as nearby points. Local officials warn attendees to follow posted directions and security measures while awaiting further details from organizers.
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