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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1923

Page

4

Civic Affairs of City 10 to Be Probed at Incoming Meetings

Open meetings to discuss forming a Mansing Commission, continuing legislation work, and boosting sewer facilities. A study of local trade school prospects, municipal revenue, delinquency issues, and ways to engage high school students in civic affairs is planned. The group hopes cooperation from wardens, offices, clerical and mercantile groups.

Nivic Ia Emimesren Sie Preminim Amr Hei Weok Euidi Iean i Mansing Commission Bundy Igh School Wase-Curners

Christian Union Directors Seek Vacancy Replacement

The Christian Union Board in Bridgeport plans to fill a vacancy after a resignation. Rev. Charles W. Simpann, the late superintendent, notes several applications have been filed for the post. The meeting details and candidate list remained unsettled as of the afternoon session.

Christian Union Nirsets Bridgeport Christian Union Gps Silding John Charles W. Simpann Mnoon Hope Enald

Concert and Dance at Beardsley Park Tonight

Under the Board of Recreation auspices the Bridgeport Cup, directed by Romeo Feloquin, will present concert and dance music in Beardsley Park at 8 p m. The hour long concert will be followed by a dance of similar length. Programs include Star Spangled Banner National Emblem Raymond Overture and popular numbers with titles such as Yes We Gananas Dearest and Barney Googie.

Board of Recreation Bridgeport Cup Romeo Feloquin Beardsley Park Raymond Vere Anes Numiers Barney Googie

Autoist Appeals From Heavy Fine and Jail

Andrew Vangar of 73 Garden Street was fined $20 and sentenced to 15 days in jail for driving while intoxicated. He appealed with bonds set at 240. Charles Miller of Mt. Kisen, New York, was fined $200 plus costs and 14 days jail for evading responsibility while intoxicated. Ceniz Sunhevski of 296 Black Reed Avenue was jailed 13 days and fined $260 plus costs for a basement bar room. Stanley Baskaw of 396 Railroad Avenue was fined $73 plus costs for keeping a gathering house. Three frequenters were fined.

Andrew Vangar Garden Street Charles Miller Mt. Kisen New York Ceniz Sunhevski Black Reo Avenue Stanley Baskaw Railroad Avenus Frequentera

Stutz Stock Re-Listing Application Denied

The State Rate Company request to re list festo on the New York Stock Exchange was denied. Officials offered no comment but the decision was confirmed. A market suspect was observed near the exchange area earlier in the session.

STUTZ New York Stock Exchange Iweick

Burned workers at Haven Laundry cylinder blast

A worker was badly burned when a cylinder blew out at Haven Laundry on Franklin Street shortly after starting work. He suffered second degree burns. another two men were injured lightly. Responders treated the injured and police investigated the incident.

Haven Franklin Aries

Milford Beach Concessions Face Opposition and Hearing

Community members opposed the idea of beach concessions in Milford. About 1499 people attended a hearing led by Superintendent Hurley who promised to consider the arguments and expected to issue a decision the following Wednesday. Opponents argued permits would violate a provision against Sunday operations.

Aurorda Nuk

Bond Agreement Reached For Firemen Pay Restore

Attorneys for firemen announce a bond to be posted by members of the Fire Prevention Bureau to cover back pay withheld since April 1. City Attorney Carmela and counsel John Lehman and others outline amounts to protect the city. Firemen seek court review of an ordinance abolishing the bureau and reducing its members, with an injunction sought and a hearing scheduled in October.

Fire Prevention Bureau Ridanpeala John A. Carmelesa Tdhn Cehman Bremen Aeir William M Malthie John H. Tague John Riley Joseph J. Aon George W. Morris Hays Common Council Atter &Ing Lorieti Jonn Ulman Hremen Muitbie Besid Nut John A. Vernel Malabio Dteieion Superior Cours

Two Divorces Filed By Trio In Funed Court Action

Three divorce suits registered in the Funetios court cite desertion and custody issues. Julia Fekere sues Joseph Bukate claiming custody of three minors and a return to her maiden name, with the couple married in New York July 25 1929. A separate suit by Arthur Hess against Elsie Marie Hess notes a 1920s desertion, with custody claims. Louise Carter sues Miwned Carter over two children, alleging May 1923 desertion and May 1932 marriage details.

Funetios Yeelverdiy Julia Fekere Joseph Bukate Furneriy Amelie Tivia Munduki Trois le Lezed Alies Hares Arthur Hess Stamford Elsie Marie Hess Ferrari New York Louise Weltner Carter Isuinet I. Carter Wamp Vail N. I

Two State Hearings in Court House Today

Representatives of the State commissioner's office and the State Motor Vehicles department host hearings at the courthouse. Motor vehicle violators must appear for violations and tax issues. about 200 defendants attended last week with roughly 200 more expected today.

Court House Jeminreioner Coun

Train Wreck Kills Six Firemen and Injures Others

A wreck involving two trains near Pueblo, Colorado, left six firemen dead and several others injured. Train No. 1, the Express, and Train No. 699 reportedly collided, causing extensive fatalities and damage. Local responders and investigators cordon the scene as officials assess causes.

Unclear stock recovery request noted in fragmented report

The text shows a damaged notice seeking to recover five shares of stock and references a trustee and several garbled names. Many phrases are unreadable, with multiple misspellings and missing context, making precise details impossible. The readable elements indicate a financial recovery action tied to stock shares and a trustee.

Treatment for Itching Skin Promises Quick Relief

A vendor touts a single remedy as the solution for itching and skin troubles. The ad claims cleansing and soothing effects for conditions like boils, pimples, and eczema, offering it in low price bolts and instructing direct application.

Aunt Todin Carded Buttons in a Bag Ad

An old classified notice advertises Aunt Todin's Carpet Thread and a bag containing three buttons on a card. It lists items briefly with minimal details and no dates or locations.

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