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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1922
Page
16
A damaged excerpt reports City Hall boiler upgrades with a new components set to warm the building during cold weather. The original boiler dates back decades, and officials fear continued heating problems as temperatures drop.
In Hartford a New York man Lawrence Farrone had his $15,000 bond reduced to $5,000 after a hearing. The case concerns carrying burglars tools. The supreme court granted a new trial.
An advertisement asserts a doctor developed a powerful prescription named Allenrho that supposedly banishes rheumatism after years of study. It promises refunds if the first dose fails and urges readers to obtain Allenrho via local drugstores or doctors.
Owners of land on Soldiers Field Balem Street were invited to a Miscellaneous Committee meeting in City Hall tomorrow night to discuss a city purchase. The council authorized 42 000 dollars for the site, money under consideration by the Board of Apportionment, with tentative offers previously rejected. Owners listed include James Turner Michael McGuineg and McLevy Keough.
The will of the late Charles H. Humphries was accepted for probate yesterday by Judge Pawl Miller. Dated May 21, 1921, the will provides $3,000 to the widow in lieu of her statutory share and leaves the residue to Frederick C. Humphries, who is also named executor. E Willhim non and John M. Comley were appointed appraisers.
Permits for construction worth 17,760 were issued yesterday by the building inspector. Projects include frame structures for five cars at 644 Park Street for C B Eames, a one family dwelling at 142 Madison Terrace for J D Grosso, a two family dwelling at 64 Midland Street for C A Anderson, a car garage at 70 Read Street for F Cardiunni, an addition to a club house for Chris Columbo Society on Walter Street, a frame garage for two cars at 22 Sixth Street for Mrs 8 Turner, cottages on Aldis Street for Wenstrom and W Peterson, and a cement block pump house on Cross Street for Texas Oil Company.
Jacob Stoll and August Goski of Stratford were arrested August 4 after federal agents seized 11 gallons of moonshine and 0 gallons of magic. They were held by U S Commissioner Hugh J. Lavery to face U S District Court at the September session on prohibition violation charges. Stoll’s bond was set at 500 dollars and Goski was held under 200 dollars. Goski said he was hired by Stoll and admitted involvement with anti Volaread material release at the time of arrest.
Residents near Union and Connecticut avenues file two remonstrances with the Common Council opposing Sun Oil Company’s bid for a gasoline filling station at Union and Connecticut. The fire committee weighs the permit amid the objections.
A charge of liquor law violation against Half Century Club officials at State Street was dismissed after a hearing before U S Commissioner Hugh J Lavery. Officers Carl Rising and John H Nerdatrat testified the liquor was personal property of members brought into the club and not evidence of club guilt. The commissioner found no proof supporting the charges.
Hartford dispatch notes proxy attendance by Charles A Goodwin in a Republican State convention analysis. Morgan Brainard, son of ex mayor Leverett Brainard, signals growing cooperation between Goodwin and Lake factions after twelve years. Observers suggest Governor Lake may be renominated alongside the Republican ticket unless Templeton gains momentum for governor.
Stratford town council will hold a special meeting tomorrow night to discuss poutine matters and act on proposed ordinances. The agenda includes hiring town counsel reviving the sewer audit proposing street ordinances accepting streets formerly private and offered by property owners and routine matters. No move to appoint a new town manager current interim holder John Fugoxeon will be made at this meeting scheduled for Monday evening.
Registrars of Voters Townsbury and White report large enrollment for the Republican and Democratic primaries. Eligible voters may enroll today or tomorrow from 1 P.M. to close at City Hall, room 2, with information available at the registrar’s office.
The initial cargo to reach Westport Harbor arrived yesterday aboard the tug Perseverance. Twenty tons of coal for Consolidated Coal Co. of Westport were carried, marking a first for the port. Repairs on Bridger bridge continue under James McCutcheon, with ongoing maintenance noted.
Indictments for attempted extortion were filed against Giuseppe Contranio, Anthony Mancini, and Vincenzo Damian in New York linked to the disappearance of Mrs. Salvatora Ivatone and her three year old son Antonio. The trio had earlier faced kidnapping charges. the boy was later returned after a $400 ransom. Mrs. Ivatone, found in a West U.S. state, said she left home of her own accord.
Miss Geraldine Willelts of Mamaroneck New York was taken suddenly ill with acute chest pain while bathing at Compo Beach yesterday afternoon. She was treated by Surgeon Frank B Dayton and Dr A N Clark of Norway and moved to Norwalk Hospital. Her condition was reported much improved.
Washington August Associated Press reports show revenue freight car loading slipped to 84 734 cars loaded in the week, down from 861 124 the prior week. The tally marks a year over year increase of 64 413, but a 76.63 decline from the same period in 1940.
Officials under the State Board of Education expect a larger fall supply of teachers than demand due to expanded training at Yale University and extension courses this year. New state certification rules, effective July 1, raise requirements for new teachers. Bridgeport reports teacher abundance with 62 graduates of the normal school last June securing positions. Approximately 40 high school teachers resigned this year, but no shortage is anticipated. The state Summer School at Yale notes 225 education course registrants this summer, with far fewer vacancies statewide. Many plan to take additional normal school courses next fall. The new law offers temporary certificates after a six week course. completion of two more summer courses yields a permanent certificate.
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