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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1926
Page
13
The Board of Appeals schedules a hearing on a chicken coop petition in a development area near La Wood Avenue. Petition seeks permit to build a coop despite adjacent lot boundaries and zoning rules. The board weighs legal and regulatory factors, with neighbors and officials present. outcome pending.
The United States Navy costs were cited at a yearly average of 71 million with a total upkeep figure of 9 727 377 for 1789. The report notes curtailment and armament limitations by the department, highlighting overall naval expenditure and policy measures.
Disjointed OCR fragment mentions Danbury and return from Europe with unclear references to people, groups, and events. The readable portions suggest a political or social party context but lack coherent facts, dates, or specific outcomes to summarize.
Police report banning several women from Pittsfield streets after a disturbance tied to scanty costumes. The incident followed a local discovery of campers from New York and New Jersey near Monterey. residents warn of further activity as authorities investigate.
Agnes Pryor will marry John Lucas in a church ceremony on September 1 at 62 Towsley Street. Misses Drrntaer Mebdes and Po Ceailgin are among those attending. reception to follow at the couple’s home with flowery decorations and West Getaz style attire.
The board of Sow Bifuns Chamber of Commerce voted this afternoon to reduce expenses by terminating four staff members including the executive secretary. The move aims to streamline operations and cut long term costs as the organization adjusts to tighter budgets.
A group of aviators landed in Canada without reporting to immigration authorities and faced arrest. One man, Yarmes Sulbine St Paul, was fined $200 with costs, while others from Minneapolis were charged. The aircraft was seized and a new landing permit was pursued after a tip from United States customs.
Wyoming primary results show Mrs Ross unopposed for the nomination with little opposition in both the governor and congressional races. The lack of contest signals a potentially clear November election, with Democratic rivals scarce and national attention muted.
An inmate, now claiming sanity, sues the county asylum for damages. He alleges wrongful confinement and seeks 100000 dollars. The suit names the asylum, the Line Co, and Tonawander officials, noting his 1405 commitment and later release.
A clipped notice reports that City Water Works staff are exempt from tax rules. It notes officials and a board decision related to staffing and municipal waste management, with mentions of a relevant hearing and potential dismissals.
The page lists society happenings and forthcoming weddings in Stratford. Details include Miss Pamela Barnes engagement notices, a maiden tea at a country club, a fall wedding for Miss Clara Him, and a large social luncheon with guests from nearby towns. Community committees plan fundraisers for church building and various club meetings are scheduled.
The column reports the engagement of Madelyn Smith to Cornelius Looper with biographical details on both families and attendees. It also covers a dance music event, views on the upcoming wedding on September 18, and lists attending local social figures, including Misses Warie Pandy, Florence Simpson, and Mildred Tann von Rot Dorsan, plus notes on charity dinners and club activities. The article mentions travel plans of Vic John Hague and relatives visiting England aboard the S S Mauretuni and references the Germania Ladies’ annual shore dinner at the Gibly Inn with various social names in attendance.
An outing for Brifgoomts playgrounds children is planned for tomorrow with a morning march heading to the bearh at 1090 o clock. The Tondole reation leads the event with activities including a program of child events before lunch and water sports in the afternoon.
An unidentified defendant is brought to court over an alleged insult directed at a tomb. The incident occurred yesterday and is under police and court scrutiny as authorities pursue the case.
A foggy distress note from Nova Scotia reports the schooner Lady Bawie endangered and later found safe at Sable Island. The vessel had been unable to reach port after an apparent collision but resumed its regular supply run after the storm.
Danbury August 16 Frank Repole alleged Danbury liquor violator was fined $500 and held on bond after a trial at Danbury city court. He admitted ownership of seized whisky gin and other spirits but claimed intent for party use. Bond set at $400. prior arrests noted by state police and Yeibal authorities.
A furnace heat ignited a wood pile blaze at 5% Wileafield Street Bayview Milford damaging the wood pile and resulting in $206 in losses. Engine Company No 7 and Chemical Company No 1 fought the fire. cottages nearby were only a few feet apart as crews stopped the spread.
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