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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1923
Page
17
Fairfield County observes national mourning with services in Danbury and Westport districts. Clergy from multiple faiths eulogize Warren G Harding while communities suspend business and join in tributes commemorating the late president.
The article notes a leadership change as a superintendent resigns and a new head takes over at Wallingsved. Details are sparse with garbled names and dates but indicate a transition during late summer, with local officials preparing to appoint or announce the successor.
In Waterbury and Roxbury there is heightened activity as Harold Maddock and his wife Viola are questioned in the murder of Saworday Dabiy Ste Trnsde. State police report insufficient evidence and call for continued investigation despite friction between authorities and local units.
New Canaan Boy Scouts are constructing boats for a competitive race on Lake Liscowit. The event draws interest from families and local leaders as youths showcase design, teamwork, and nautical skill during a community boating contest.
The state police withdrew from the case as authorities pursue leads in a Waterbury murder rattling Waterbury and Roxbury. A taxi driver’s murder linked by a witness to Maddock and a late night taxi ride, with finger print photos from the cab windshield and a possible New York route, drive investigators to a broader inquiry led by county detectives and the state police.
Bridgeport cyclist Antonio Alhanse of 498 Hotsalonie Avenue was arrested this afternoon and charged with driving a motorcycle negligently. The incident occurred after a rear-end collision with Shaw of Pat Town. The case was scheduled for Town Court.
The article details Ridgefield's plan for a handsome war memorial along main streets, describing its location near Ney Vouk and Gh smscentit ca ie and the proposed granite design with inscriptions. Listed participants include local figures Abbe ageha, Lentin G iM epta, and Daniel I. Tyan with representatives Set Law Pierrepont and others.
A large society wedding in Greenwich drew about 1,000 attendees. The ceremony united Miss Anne Clase Boil, daughter of Mrs. Athers Fe Austin, and George Tultin Hrolson, with many prominent guests from New York and Philadelphia. The couple plan to reside in New York City where a relative holds an arts position.
Vonais the Plowic and party prepare a big gift event at Ney ees open area. The schedule includes several stalls and a drawing. Steering committee leads are Mrs. Wallant Tusser, Mrs. V Sully, and Mrs. C Telanny.
Local notice reports Fairfield Legion on May Avenue facing dissolution amid internal disputes and community concerns. Officials reference organizational changes and potential transfer of assets as members debate future management and public access.
The Post Road project drags with scarce labor and materials delaying progress. Cement drying halts surface paving. a 209 foot Burrs Corner section waits for arrivals. Greene Farms traffic disruptions ease as crews shift toward Riverside Avenue and nearby routes. The contractor expects September completion if supplies arrive.
Fragmented OCR notes describe various social happenings in New York including weddings, visits, and arrivals. It names multiple individuals and locations such as Mos. 4 and Cosi arhaese, with sporadic references to dates and streets, painting a snapshot of a bustling social scene.
A local notice describes a parish fair and exhibition at Muha Shyevanine Bahinishen with stalls and horses named Muri Wye. Rev Maward Hoy writes about church activities and a wedding for Anna Rrene daughter of Ae and Mes. John ato streer with services at St. Magsius. Event details include dates and locations.
A 19-year-old named HROWNED IN SPRING, son of Me wud Mra, Alt Alavinpoel, drowned at a spring near the huinve on a Tuesday. Witnesses reported the boy slipped and fell into the water as he approached the spring.
Westport reports a street crash leaving four men injured and one automobile wrecked. A trolley track collision near Bulkley's garage sent occupants flying as the car hurled from the south side of the street to the Beaton Poet road, rolling over three times before stopping.
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