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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1922

Page

12

Lawsuit over injuries at theatre balcony stairs

Serrantes Mandell of this city sues 8.7 Paij in Superior court for injuries claimed from a fall on the main street house theatre balcony stairs alleging steep incline and inadequate lighting. Damages of 5,000 sought. Also notes foreclosure action by Newfield Bank and Trust on two land strips. Other filings include divorce cases and custody requests in Norwalk and Stamford, with a June 6, 1915 marriage and alleged intolerable cruelty.

Serrantes Mandell This Ciy Paij Newfield Bank and ‘Trust Company Isadore B. Bennett Howard Wilmot Anna D. Schulz

Cuban Protest Over New Sugar Import Duties

The Cuban legation has presented representations to the U S State Department protesting proposed sugar import duties linked to the administration tariff bill. The protest seeks relief as the measures move through the Senate.

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Advertising Head of Danbury News Stricken at Home

Willem F. Dobbs longtime advertising department head and composing room foreman of the Danbury News died at his home on Washington avenue shortly after midnight. He was 61. A prominent city resident, he belonged to several masonic and civic groups and is survived by his wife, three children, and a mother. Funeral services will be Friday at 4 pm at the Tomlinson mortuary chapel.

Danbury Willem F. Dobbs Danbury News Washington Avenue Dobbs Union Toda. BF. & A. Mi Eureka A. Sgter Seasader Cammanders Knights Templar Pyramid Temple Hawis Lk

Danbury Principal Journey Reveals Long Western Trip

Principal John R. Perkins of the State Wore Jaal sened and Mrs Verking Jerr traveled by car from Danbury to Berwick Maine returning from a five month West tour. They drove about 3400 miles on the first leg visiting Yellowstone National Park and planned a Maine return before school opens in September.

Danbury Awe John R. Perkins Perkins West Yellowstone National Bar Ocovje Maine Gekool Sestemyer

Lagoon Race Day At Seaside Playground Excites Crowds

A seaside lagoon event featured multiple boat races and a varied kite flying display. Prizes rewarded top performers in Class A B and C sailing contests and several standout kites drew attention from spectators including children.

Lagoon China Nile

European Trip for Canning Club Winners in U S Contest

Four country girls win an all expense paid three month Europe trip as top prize in a national canning club contest. The competition spans state and interstate rounds with finals at Chicago during the International Livestock Exposition, plus a European tour planned for June next year.

Chicago Associated Press Europe United States State Agricultural College Extension Departments Atlanta Gia Towa Colorado State Colorado Portland Ore Fi Ond France Lagricuiture G. L. Nole Committee On Boys and Girls At Works Anyitt Fn Stat Jeaders Ongd

Concrete vessel home for Pensacola Yacht Club

The Pensacola Yacht Club purchases a concrete vessel named William Wilson for under 10000 dollars. The 138 foot ship, built by the government at 260000 dollars, will serve as a floating clubhouse with space for fifty, to be moored in Pensacola Bay and moved to Mobile or New Orleans as needed.

Pensacola Cassociated Press Pensacola Yacht Club Anon Alabama Aomie William Wiran Wilson, Bg New York Penfiacoki Wilson Nambors Geval Pyndred Juindred Pengacola Bay Perth Moblic New Orleans Gulf

Postal Service Creed Adopted by Men

Washington August 16. An Associated Press report says a creed for the postal service is the latest item among mail carriers and will be suggested to Welfare Councils in first and second class post offices nationwide. Adopted by the Washington welfare Council, the creed speaks as a messenger of sympathy and love, a servant of parted friends, a Consoler of the lonely, a promoter of truth and acquaintance, and an instrument of trade and knowledge for peace and good will among nations. If other councils adopt it, the creed will appear in all offices of the system.

Washington Associated Press Washington Welfare Council Washinton

Bridgeport Pastor Joins Bethel Pulpit

The Rev Donald Green, curate at St John’s Episcopal Church in Bridgeport, accepted the call to become rector of St Thom Church in Bethel. He plans to take up the Bethel pastorate on Sunday, September, with rectory alterations ongoing on Center Street for his family.

Danbury Ave Donald Grean St. John's Episcopal Church Bridgeport St. Thom Church Bethel Green Bethel Church Center Street

Coroner to Hear Voigt Murder Case Today

Albert Voigt a 60 year old milkman will be arraigned at 51a Orclocit today before Coroner John J. Phelan to face charges in the murder of Mrs. Mary Roberts age 40. Voigt is expected to plead temporary insanity and authorities weigh possible trial for the murder. Police say no new facts emerged yesterday and there is no verified link to a human skeleton found near Voigt’s property.

Albert Waigt Reserv Avenue John J. Phelan Tresday Mary Roberts Weigh Ja Farc A. Sosnems Voigt Vint Neves Ayested

Taxpayers Told of Third Quarter Tax Bill

Announcement from the Internal Revenue office says 1921 income tax bills for the third quarter will be sent within two weeks. Bills due September 1 carry a penalty for late payment.

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Motocyclist Arrested on Unclear Allegations

Motocyclist Angele Ferninde of 193 Spruce Street was arrested in connection with an unclear accusation. Police did not disclose specific charges or motive, awaiting further investigation and formal filing.

Angele Ferninde Spruce Street Wilt Amoroveynte Recki

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