Bathing Pavilion Lease Sparks Stamford Beach Rift
Controversy over the Hallowe'en Pavilion at Meewyn Park leads Stamford officials and CT Catering Co executive Vanech to negotiate terms. Mayor Phillips seeks clarity after Whittaker’s report alleging strict lease language restricting Brayton Beach access. Talks aim to resolve rights, rents, and future pavilion operation by the city.
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Ea-Park
Pure Jr
Vasech Foll Mo Oiner
Numgree
Robert Whittaker
Park Commission
Whittaker
Connecticut Catering Company
Mewe'en Fark
Qasing
Mamford
Police Department
Nim J
Tully
Vanech
Myer
Philips
Vantag
Fireman Bowen’s Assailant Fined by Court
Court records report fines and costs for several offenses. Patsy Delio was fined £2 after pleading. Steve Geri received five days in jail for breach of cease order. the assailant of Fireman Bowen was fined $25 with costs. other locals faced penalties for various disturbances and improper behavior near St Vincent’s area.
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Bowen
Becauter Bacon Wakeman
Glavence
Hall
Harses
Thomes J
Dpeport
Jatter
St Vincent's Hospital
Patsy Delio
Hs Uy
Ris Milied
Gas Tank Explosion Kills Man Near Danbury Home
A gasoline tank exploded in front of a Betted het residence near Danbury early today. Cauthier, badly burned, perished as flames enveloped his clothing and the man jumped into the water seeking relief. The blast occurred when gasoline fumes met a lantern flame, triggering blaze.
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Danbury
Arinary Gauthier
Wuris
Cauthier
Brock
Fragmentary Local Notice From Unknown Telegrams
A garbled regional note mentions individuals in Springfield Massachusetts Milstown New York and Meork Atephen unclear events involve families divorces and attendance at a civil or familial gathering. The text is heavily OCR garbled with many proper nouns and dates unreadable.
Differing Associations Cause Public Confusion in City
The article notes a divergence between an association and a club, stressing members resolve the difference amid a municipal dispute. It cites political factions, district leaders, and local officials in ongoing efforts to clarify branding and avoid public misperception as municipal elections approach.
Flood Threat Grows Near Denver After Severe Storms
Irregular flood warning spreads from Platte River lowlands toward Denver after heavy rains and cloudbursts. Police report rising water levels, with evacuations and road closures along affected routes as authorities urge caution.
Kemmerer to bury dead today in inquest held
A chaotic garbled report from Kemmerer centers on a burial schedule and an inquest. It mentions names and events in a fragmented manner, with scattered references to individuals and places, implying a local tragedy followed by formal proceedings.
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Kemmerer
FPSCISTI CLASH WITH ENEMIES IN GENOA
In Genoa a clash unfolds involving FPSCISTI forces amid a tense Marine rite context. The fragmentary report notes action by groups led by Anyi and Evert aes PT bs gew, with uncertain links to Mehpedrragpiene and Vays art be Be Whely Mao regen.
Society Girl Weds Westerner in Southport Church
PAIRFIELD August 16 A society girl wed a Westerner in Trinity Episcopal Church Southport. The bride wore a tan georgette crepe gown with hat and brown velvet trim and was escorted by her father. After the ceremony a reception was held at the bride’s parents home on Pequot Road. The groom is connected with Higginson and company and will reside in Chicago.
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Pairfield
j—Kethering de~ Peres Wakeman
Henry Albert Wedeleta
Lara Wakeman Sistes
Beoghins
Geraldine Farrar's Future Home in North Ridgefield
Fragmented OCR text outlines Geraldine Farrar's planned residence in North Ridgefield with references to a mansion, estate details, and surrounding figures. Multiple garbled phrases mention personal life, potential marriages, and social ties, but the core items focus on property and associations rather than a clear narrative.
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Geraldine Farrar
North Ridgefield
Which Is Greater Nuisance In House or Field
The text compares nuisance levels between a house and a field and includes garbled phrases and stray words. It mentions Abb Abe and various scattered terms, but lacks coherent detail. No clear facts, dates, or named events emerge to form a solid news item.
Greenwich horse show on New York estate September 15
Greenwich hosts a rural horse show on a New York estate starting September 15 featuring prize classes for farm horses and farm equipment, with judges Sadie and G Marshall and Debevoise veterinary inspector. The event includes avabourne farm, Moy Jackson joint taxter, and a long list of committee members from local farming and breeding communities.
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Greenwich
New York Estate
Patris
Wester County
Flounds
Avabourne Fam
Jarre McClenshan
Kingsty Anil Davridun
Port Chester
N.Y
Wiyu
Vonkianhg Lambil & Phere
Coe
Hanthernie Prises
Moy Jackson
Nifield
Westjester
Gorden Grand Jirexklen
Bike Greenwien Bidinesochum
Sadie de Dames
G. Marshall
Butters
Brnerat Charies
Debevoise
J. Wai'd
M. Roy Jackson
Gene SL. Maerendieger
Joan Weintree Bowman
Archer FH
Brow Gordon Grand
Rordachon
Charles D. Lanisr
Robert Law
Wouts W. Mertz
B. R. Newell
Tanies Thing
Percy Rockefeller
Alien Wood
Willian VC
Ruston
Emeralary
Rederick Bou Guy
Willem T. Caringcen
Bueh J. Chishole
Edward Clade
Everett Crew York Warry W. Croft
Benjamin Wiyrehid
Wot Fisher
Wadsworth Morard
Doulter
D. Huyler
James McClenahan
Charies Moore
Tibzane MM
Wanethers
Artios B. Warthen
Wood
Clarence
Woolley
L. Pv. Yandell
Guy Ward
Willam MecGibbon
Louis Mertz
Ring
Boher Law
Louis Haight
Clarence M. Wool
C. Waterworth Howard
Edward B. Close
Nubicity
Guy Leien
Greher H. Brown
Fnancial
William V. C. Ruxten
Morningside Club Hosts August Dance and Visitors
Special to the Telegram reports Mrs. Frank D Hyde of West Haven and Mrs Henry W Beecher of New Haven hosted a lively Saturday evening dance at the Morningside Club. Philadelphia's Bb. O Peabody spent the week with family at the club along with twenty-two Morning side youths who cut short a straw ride due to rain, while Misnex Carnlyn Clark Bal of Newark vacations at the club. Also noted are Hartford residents Ww. J Cunningham and family at the club and John Valentine and wife from L T visiting. Frank T L Moore and Caml from New Haven are August guests, with James A Lawlor and daughter and Louise Ary OC Smith among attendees.
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Morningside
Sgunf
Aus
Frank D. Hyde
West Have
Henry W. Beecher
New Jinwen
Bb. O. Peabody
Philadelphia
Morningside Club
Ac— Sole
Raba
Misnex Carnlyn Clark Bal
Newark
S.J
Ww. J. Cunningham
Family Hartford
William Cowlishaw
John Valentine
Woaien
L. T
Valentine
Tye
Frank TL. Moore
Caml
New Haven
Nat Myx
James A. Lawlor
Wire
Johny Rely
Waterbury
Smith
JW S. Meawies
Pernice
Auto Violation Cases Fall Off In Westport
Westport reports several auto violation cases, with one defendant paying costs and others continued or postponed. Cases involve charges from license violations to intoxication and resisting arrest, with officers listing names and actions as proceedings move forward.
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Westport
Protest Arrest of De Valera in New York
An organized protest planned in Rochester against the arrest and detention of Eamon de Valera. The meeting, led by Charles Wheeneighe, will gather supporters at the Torah Republicouse next Sunday with De Valera’s mother present and speakers from Irish independence circles.
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DE Valera
N. Y
NEW Orr
Charles Wheeneighe
de Valeri
Rocnester
Wil
Wrsek Si
Lord Darvon
Phoe
Berlin Denies Cano S To Be Ambassador
August 16 report states Berlin refutes any appointment of former Syguecior cise as ambassador, noting no confirmation by Washington. The story hints at U S influence and potential reconsideration of the posting amid ongoing discussions.
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Berlin
Canos
Mvtthin
Syguecior
Otto Wiedfeldt
United States
Mhange
Washington
Allen urges welfare over party aims in Williams talk
Major General Henry Tr. Allen, former commander in Germany, told a Williams College audience that world welfare must precede party considerations. He warned against delaying solutions to Europe’s problems and urged immediate action to avert growing danger and misery. The talk followed a round table with B. H. Kerr of London.
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Williamstown
Baer
America
Europe
Henry Tr. Allen
B. H. Kerr
London
Mrs Harding Leaves White House After Farewell
Mrs Marence Kling Harding ends her two and a half year stay at the White House after packing personal effects and presiding over social duties. President Coolidge and Mrs Coolidge called on the Hardings before she departs, with plans to spend time at a country home. The article notes uncertainties about the heirs and estate values with no official appraisal announced.
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Washington
Marence Kling Harding
White House
Tomoercow
Executive
Harding
Nat
Coolidge
Atre
Hardington
Ares
Edward FE
Movenn
Jer
The
Washington Post
FE Ilana Fos
Niagara Falls Sailor Wading Sparks Rescue and Arrest
A sailor waded near Prospect Point at Niagara Falls drawing a crowd and triggering women to plunge into action to rescue him. Miriam Sellivan, aboard a Techlenem Steel Company boat, guided onlookers as Sullivan neared the brink, then was restrained by officers after nearby men intervened amid a drunken dispute. Sullivan faced arrest for public intoxication and disputed the sequence of events.
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Wade
Niseura
Prospect Point
Miriam Sellivan
Techlenem Steel Company
Sulilivan
Tie
Willanodes
Sullivan
Rhodes
Charles Freigh
State Revenue Bureau Receipts Show Bic Increase
Hartford August 7 Receipts of the United States Internal Revenue Bureau in Connecticut totaled 31,910,000, up 37 percent over the previous period. Deputy Collector Appleton cites gains in firearms protection and income tax, plus autos and accessories, as driving factors. July taxes include income, documentary stamps, telecommunications, manufacturers excise, dealers tax, admissions, and new duties. Firearms taxes alone contributed about 807,000, far above last July's 148,090.
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Hartford
United States
Three Killed as Launch Tank Explodes During Voyage
A launch tank explosion near Goanoxeen rear tale endasy caused three deaths among Water uneh passengers. The incident destroyed the vessel Goanoxeen and sank the Yease. Frederick Buenter Kiehmann HillL reportedly harmed his wife in a Brooklys incident nearby.
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Pers
Prederick Buenter Kiehmann Hilll
Nississie Pracser
Brooklys
Kepner Found Not Guilty of Murdering Wife
Frederick Massachusetts August bhar Kepner, local architect and businessman, acquitted of murdering his wife Grace Simmons Kepner after eight days of testimony. Judge Urner presided with Judges Worthington and Pete. verdict delivered after deliberation of an hour ten minutes. The case followed a suicide verdict by coroner and subsequent controversy over the cause of death.
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Kepner
Wooderick
Howeks
Uuen
Ogain
Fairfield School Plans Face Rejection in Cost Contest
Bairffield August meeting reports that all architectural plans for a new Fairfield high school were rejected as unsuited to local needs. A cheaper plan by Architect Ziroll, estimated under 210000, may be presented to a town meeting for approval unless adjustments permit another competition. Town Counsel John H. Percy will explain the status and next steps.
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Bairffield
John H. Percy
C. Ziroll
Fesr
Westport Notes Acting Health Officer Named
In Westport Aug 16 Dr William R Munnan of State Street acts as Health Officer in Dr John A Moore’s absence due to illness and Battle Creek treatment. Dr William Ollayos will return to town after a reserve stay in upper New York State. Several residents including Miss Mary Shields and Miss Elizabeth Shields of Brooklyn visit Miss Catherine Mahoney of Riverside Avenue Saugatuck. Miss August Langenberg of Brooklyn spends days with her parents on Crosshighway Road. Minnie and Phoe hs Rice of Riverside Avenue visit Dr and Mrs Robert J Williams in Hartford. Jeanette Cook of Callinsville visits Mr and Mrs Patrick Driscoll on Crosshighway Road. Staples High School Alumni Association committees plan a September social with a Tuesday meeting at Town Hall. Myr and Mrs Thames Ball entertain Miss Mary Ball of Wallingford. Mr and Mrs Frederick Hubbell on an extended motor trip through New England. Frank Pritchard Edward McMillen and Louis Van Valkenburg return from Mohawk Trail camping. Putnam Hose Company of Norwalk Fire Department to hold a hunt at Albins Grove on Clinton Avenue next Sunday. We have not attended the movies this week so all the eyes are old once.
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Westport
Teleera
Wiliam R. Munnan
State Street
John A. Moore
East Church Street
Moore
Battle Creek
Wiliam Ollayos
Ollayos
Upper New York
Mias Mary Shields
Elizabeth Shields
Brooklyn
XYI
Catherine Mahoney
Riverside Avenue
Saugatuck
August Langenberk
N. Yo
Charles Langenberg
Crosshighway Road
Misa Minnie
Phoehs Rice
Saugaquek
Robert J. Williams
Hartford
Jeanette Cook
Callinsville
AL Patrick Driacoll
Crosshighwer Road
Tha ‘Staples High School Alumni Association
Town Hall
Myr
Thames Ball
North Main Street
Misa Mary Ball
Wallingford
Frederick Hubbell
Canad Street
New Eagland States
Frank Pritchard
Edward McMillen
Louis Vae Valkenburgh
Mohawk Trail
Putnam Hose Company
Norwalk
Albin’s Grove
Clinton Avenue
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Phillips
Tamford
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Alfred SN. Prulps Jr
Ping
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Ole Honor
Board of Tark Aremissioners
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Tonnactious Catering Co
Vaneck
Vunech
Paris
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Whittiker
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WHELE
G. Wattle
Marshearny Lawn
Springfield
Mass
Maliswarei
Moan
Milstown
Wildeey Man Poe
Tram Meridem
Desey Almarab
Aldea
Cdi
Tre Ave
Rordan & Son
Hebouvn
Aline
Mathias Bowser
Asia
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Third District
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Rome
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Euriy Danight
Short
Jemal
Leston Ameer
Mirage Tiediie
Arce
Heer
Voningmey
Fpscisti
Genoa
Westerner
Southport
Davehber Fara
John Scot
New York
Tmadge W. Wakeman
Vrother
Howard Nichols Wakenin
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Courthind School
Bridgenort
Wedelstaed
Eeestandt
Katherine de Forest Wakeman, Pretty
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Hubbard
Sidney Farrar
Geraldine Parrar
Protogram
Hey KE Hartman
Abe
Fairfield County Hounds
Greenwich Riders
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Meng
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N- Yo
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Witte
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Dorminick Christine
West Monday
Michael Dominick
Frank van
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MT Cormpa
Bronen
Leuare
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Niagara
State Revenue Bureau
Fairfield School
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