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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1923

Page

11

Miss Mary Ryan and Kennedy sisters take a house on Wayne Street

Miss Mary Ryan and the Misses Mary and Elizabeth Kennedy of Morningside Drive, New York, have taken a house on Wayne Street for the month of August. Recurring social notices list numerous locals and visitors, with weddings, vacations, and family associations noted amid community events and club plans.

Mary Ryan Mary and Elizabeth Kennedy Morningside Drive New York Wayne Street

Engineers Find Coal Information Easy Ten Secure

Fairfield County sub committee of the Federated American Engineering Societies reports more than 36 percent of survey questionnaires on the coal shortage were returned with usable information. The group praises cooperation of manufacturers and local coal dealers while noting some factories switch to fuel oil as a substitute. A Connecticut emergency coal commission plans to ensure steady fuel for homes and industries during a possible strike, meeting in Bridgeport and Hartford to coordinate actions.

Simuel Perguson Hartford Electric Light Co James D. Skinner Bridgeport Alexander Hamilton W. B.rbert Co New Haven James O. Halliday Theodors Bodenwein London Day Seyrmour Manufacturing Co Seymour James Kigley Matlea Tron Co Nausatuck Lewin A. Zibbie Risdon Manufacturing Co Frank Hilec FL H. Bee Camping Danhary Wrank SD England Alv Bullard George — B. Chandler Connecticut Chamber Ite Ase Othin Thoms Trussell Hartford Fairfield County Federated American Engineering Socties mTeces Bridgeport Towing Company Geal New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad F. Walker Washington

New England Telegraph Company Temporarily Suspends Operation

On August 8 the New England Telegraph and Telegraph Company announced it will suspend operations for one minute starting at five p.m. daylight saving time as a symbol of mourning for Walt Poston. This brief pause affects all lines and services.

Poston New England

Helen Shanley Marries Howard Curley in 1940s Ceremony

Miss Helmy J. Shinley daughter of Mr and Mrs James Shanley 234 Coleman street wed yesterday at nine to Howard Jame Curley of 44 Rev Geo tor St. George Powell Newark acted as best man with bridesmaids In bronze and beige gowns. Bridal party gathered for a breakfast at Stratfield hotel after nuptial mass. Couple plans home on Hunt ing street after September 1 and will honeymoon in Boston and New York Lake region.

Helmy J. Shinley James Shanley Coleman Street Howard Jame Caer Onley Rev Geotor James 1 Ehave Mac Farrell George Powell Newark Ines Stratfield Hotel Boston Lake Country New York LB Hunting Street

Westport Board Abolition Plan Fails At Town Meeting

A motion to abolish the Town Plan Commission was rejected by a large majority at the town meeting. Debate centered on property on State Street and a failed attempt by the commission to purchase land to widen a street. The Women’s Improvement group was designated to report to the Board of Finance with recommendations.

Westport Ala State Street Board of Finance

Middle Street Property Owners Meeting Sets Widening Dispute

Property owners opposing the widening of Middle Street met at City Hall with Mayor Atwater and City Attorney Correll after a bid to reach a compromise failed. Samuel Schnee offered help with assessments, and James Marr urged the city to cut assessments by 30 percent, a move Correll called illegal, insisting owners must agree among themselves.

Common Council Fred Atwater John A. Correll Samuel M. Schnee Schnee James Marr Cornell

Jungle memories and a restless night linger in letters

The fragmentary text reads like diary chatter from Natalie's letters describing jungle noises, distant shadows, and curious encounters. A sense of unease mixes with domestic details about meals and drought, hinting at a voyage, observation, and the tension between wild surroundings and familiar routines.

Mahogany Gift Cabinet With Carved Tile Set

A polished mahogany cabinet described as a thing of beauty features elaborately carved tiles. The set is offered at 59.50 and 49.50 dollars, highlighting craft and value for collectors.

Mah Jong

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