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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1923

Page

12

Banbury Man Ordained for Lutheran Church in Danbury

Rev Edward H. Fischer presided as the Danbury Lutheran church ordains a local candidate. The new pastor will remain in Danbury pending a call, with several community leaders and civic figures attending a dinner and presentations.

Banbury Lutheran Church Danbury Avent Leral German Lutheran Church Edward H. Fischer Fressor Schulze St. Leo Bladusiing Anderre Thome Num Béanrifalsifi Gus Homsren Denbuethel Gas & Elerisis Light Company 9 Gas & Fuel Renorkis Dennis Wester Bierri Usirial Corporation

Milford Hotel Man Leases Colonial Inn

Milford, Aug 26. Clinton Carpenter of New York and partner, proprietor of the Hotel Willard at Port Veuowbull beach, announced the lease of the Colonial Inn at Colonial Park, West Haven for a term of years. Mrs. Mary A Jackson, who has run the Colonial Inn for 14 years, will retire to California for winter and plans a two year world tour. Carpenter took over the Willard hotel at Mort Trumulh beach last April and intends to operate a chain of inns along the Connecticut shore.

Silford Spentilio de Sunderfost Clinton Arpenter New York Antord Willard Port Veuowbull Beach Colonial Park West Haven Mary A Jackson California Wrld Jackon Carpenter Possessinn Witlard Mort Trumulh Beach Chais of Mies Kons Connecticut

Visiting clergymen fill city pulpits during vacation season

Seven visiting clergy conducted services across city churches while local pastors were away on vacation. Speakers included Rev Donald MacQuenn of Rochester and Rev Jason Noble Pierce of Washington DC, with others from Yale, Princeton, Hartford, and South Africa. Focused on faith, community duty, and equality before God.

Troy Sevep Joer Donald MacQuenn Merry First Baptist Church Rochester N.Y Jason Nobie Dierce First Congregational Church Washington, D. C United Church H. M. Shenton Coumbiz Universite Vesterefas Frienis Devil Yale Divinity South Africa Black Rock Dence Christian Church Penge Merce Gas Ms. Verne

Newtown Selectman Writes on Bridge Overhead Repairs

First Selectman of Newtown writes to the Division of Highways requesting attention to the overhead bridges within Newtown town limits. He states the town has abated the funds for necessary repairs and notes ongoing road and bridge maintenance. Local residents and visiting travelers in Hawleyville are mentioned amid a broader note about town activity and nearby routine visits.

Newtown Aining Teln New Hay Tall Newlawn Sandy Raok Andy Haol Bernard Joiter Atamoe Hawleeyile

29 Arrested At Milford Beaches During Week End

Milford police report 29 arrests over the weekend mainly at Warner and Myrtle beaches as officers enforce traffic and public order. Names listed include David Ras Ves, Frank Warsin, Johnsur Street, Waller Lush, Charles Lee, Inky Williams, David Burke, Lawrence Klinere, John Ride Dy, Lovla Weinstein, Harold Alpos, George Lennox, Steinhers, AON and more. Court date set for Monday. Milford and Woodmont officials discuss town funding and fire safety measures.

fSneels Paorrd Nolvers Pedestrans Jonal Come Neissioners Pallue Pal Jnie Johnsur Street Wieterburg Waller Lush Betdgere Mrankenness Charles Lee Mapie Osteeet Anconta oTrunkennese Haved Bridges Port Dronkennese Inky Willams John Riredy Wheelers Farm Milford Powess Lovla Weinstein New Haven Harold Alpos Orge oLennx Wilte Atrert Steinhers AON Aviving Gondman S Street Martford

Morristov Birthday Observance At Madison Arena

John A. Stewart dean of three divisions at Zeton University celebrated his first birthday at his Madison Arena home. Guests included his family and university affiliates as part of a commemorative observance hosted by the observants.

Morristov John A. Stewart

Children of Stamford Playgrounds Exhibition of Work

Stamford August 26 Special to the Telegram a playground exhibition on the large area near St Johns church showcased dances from many nations, athletic contests, and crafts. The event drew over 35 000 attendees with awards by Mayor Alfred N Phillips Jr. Seventeen nationalities were represented among children earning certificates in sewing basketry hygiene and patriotism. West Stamford girls won the basketball title while South End teams claimed senior and junior baseball and volleyball championships. Regina Marron of West Stamford highlighted the participating girl competitors.

Stamford Iorf St. John's Church West Stamford Cluid Lvldven Mid & Hungarian Portland Lanes Mia? Trene Daun Playare Alfred N. Philipa,Jr Ir Wan VA. Sanson Iit Tan Wands Childern Westy Stamford Liss Regina Marron

Ridgefield To Vote On School Board And Town Officials

A Ridgefield caucus set for September 4 will nominate two selectmen, a town clerk, tax collector, assessor, town treasurer and deposit fund agent, an auditor, six grand jurors, six constables, registrar of voters, two school committee members, and other town roles. Town Clerk George G. Waata and Town Treasurer Jesse T. Denediet are slated for reappointment and reelection amid a spirited race over the school committee names and village leadership. The article notes community figures like Mrs. McCarthy’s father and local residents leaving for travels, with obituaries referenced for Ridgefield natives Jarvis Gibvert and family connections.

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Fast Worker Fleeces Store Keeper Of Ten Dollars

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Arrests On Charge Of Breaking Dry Law

Yesterday afternoon Tarralinen Patrinkc Daly and Albert faith of the Fourth precinct arrested two persons for violations of the Stares liquor laws. Aunin Ma an of 7 Sylvan avenue and Magnese of 210 North Washington avenue were arraigned by officers. A small quantity of liquor was found. Both were held under bonds of $200.

Activitie Tarralinen Patrinkc Daly Albert Faith Aunin Maan Sylvan Avenue Dinses Magnese Woashington Avenue

English Sprinter To Become U S Citizen

A British sprinter, who will become a U S citizen, is set to compete in pre Olympic events. The athlete faced a funding setback and was briefly denied a renewal but hopes to race in September at Yankee Stadium as part of the Wilon A. At the time, association officials from Great Britain were involved in the eligibility details.

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Lordship Social Visit Highlights From Park Boulevard

Mrs Gartram and Miss Dorothy Norriston visited Park Boulevard and Pitts burgh relatives. Theo Leeds and a Leeds visitor planned two weeks in the summer home on Park Boulevard. Mrs Windsor and Mrs G Windsor, with daughter Harriet of Stanford, recently saw Gen Windsor's mother on Park Boulevard. Beury Leeds has been visiting White Mountains friends. The sermon yesterday at the Lordship church was The Sermon On The Ateunr.

Sorre Windsor Park Boulevard Gartram Dorothy Norrison Ae Willett Bridgeport Leeds Paittsburgh Cleve Hey Theo Beuy Leeds White Mountains Cirrus Mra Gart Windsor Cyrus Bennett Bartram Milo Burt Actioul George &. Windser Harriet Stanford Gen. Windsor

Autos Crash on Greenwich Road Charges Speeding

An autos crash on Greenwich Road involved two vehicles. Daniel W. Whitubt of Gat Lind Street New York and Jo J. Metolini of 255 West Rearne New York were aboard vehicles on Sea Pages Avenue at one o clock. A third party, Signisseb Uti, exited a street and collided. Injuries reported to Millett and Tompkins among others. A driver named Harvest Serto of New York faced charges while under the influence.

Greenswich Thomashile Daniel W.itubt Gat Lind Street New York Lo J. Metolinni West Rareween Sea Pages Avenue Nraciibus Gulig Osith Sound Rereh Meetard Teiny'arc Midane Millett Soond Bethha Elizabeth Tompkins Greenwich Hrvest Siserto Srod Conrh Tatarya Veron Yin

Coroner to Probe Death of Danbury Man

Coroner will investigate the death of a Danbury resident. Officials say no evidence exists yet to show foul play. The inquiry will consider possible contributing factors and review statements from parties connected to the case.

Long Hill House Threatened by Fire

Long Hill August 26 Fire men faced scarce water supply as flames spread through woodland near Long Hill House. Fire company rushed chemicals and efforts to save nearby structures, with the blaze stopping short of a nearby mill by inches.

Long Hill Long Holl Teresran AY Titewie Phy Long Hill Fire Company McTeaver

Monroe teaching staff announced for new term

Aug 26 Telegram reports the town schools open Sept 5. Superintendent Knight at Columbia University plans to return next week. New teachers named for Monroe Center, Stepney, Derby, and nearby districts. White Hills to hire Rise Standish. Bastinelot and Haven staff also noted amid community meetings and notices.

Monroe Spertal Knight Columbia Mise Vina Williams Nf Deroy Birdsey Plains Miarjorbe White Bills Riise Loix Standish Bary White Hills Bastin Mias Cracs Smith Wast, Vilage Nenad Dawnery Haven Mieiil Teros Mpom Vonage Milford Point Megeons Milford Volant

Riley Night at Easton Grange Slated This Tuesday

Easton Grange plans Riley Night on Tuesday featuring local readings and selections by James Whittem Riley. Attendees include Miss Ann Rumany, Mrs. Sargent and Mr. Sherwood among others. program highlights poets Maud Molter and Marjory Jennings with a social after.

Easton Grange Riley Gaston Npeelal Alaska Miewergre Spo Muth Healths Amr Mnative Ured Romain Ann Rumany Herative Atrs Biche Nichols Aud A Sherwood Burt Cachan Michael Dennis James Whiteemb Riley Hop Maud Molter Amd Dewi Armind MiarJory Jennings Marjory de Min Take Roland Brooks Tolert Davis Unione Norvion Bertha i Sargent Sfartford Sargent Sanford Iynese Jennings Beepiver Gad Arthur Sherwood Wart Arthur Wheeler Avrburye Plass Brratford Char Bridgepool

Fairfield Sees No Severe Water Shortage

Aug 26 Fairfield reports no current water shortage. The town draws from the Bridgeport Hydraulic Co. with similar status to the city. many areas rely on wells, and no shortages or warnings have been reported.

Fairfield Thil Bridgeport Hydraulic Company

Rum Traffic Crackdown Hits Connecticut Bars

Rumors said all bars would be dismantled as 38 state troopers plus Derby Ansonia and Seymour raids led to 15 arrests for liquor law violations. The operation, ordered by State Attorney Hugh H. Alcorn after a Hartford meeting, targeted beer with over one half of one percent alcohol, prompting closures and warnings to cafes, restaurants, and grocers in Fairfield County.

Superive Court Pergona Aaron A. Alling New Haven County Walter Stiles Hartford Frank Virelli Derby Ansonia Sexquour Hartford County Hugh H. Alcorn New Hover Justine George W. Wheeler Superior Court Bridgeport Fairfield County EB. Earle Garlick Hays

Voters to Register in Trumbull September 4

Officials plan September 4 as the registration day in Trumbull for residents meeting age citizenship and residence requirements. Registrars Charlie G. Peet and Barrie Beach will collect applications at the town hall, with admission of qualified voters at a subsequent meeting.

Trumbull Charlie G. Peet Barrie Beach Oetis el Vitors VW Cound Ie Ryta Isuarayve Mochlowski Ant L. Beweh Jarsey Turhach Watertown Omroamd Ora Berets Milas Elpanos Searh Navy

St Stephen's Day Celebrated Across City Churches

St Stephen's Day observances filled city churches with crowded services and sermons on the life of the renowned saint. Pastors preached at each church while congregations gathered for reflections. Afternoon activities included outdoor games at local grounds, with community groups participating. The Isle of Pines, despite its humble homes, produced a notable grape fruit crop.

Dlungars Varios Pienie Athierios Isle of Pines

Blue fish run off Stratford energize coast scene

Stratford August 26. Blue fish appear off Stratford light and along the Housatonic shore from Charles Island to Lordship. Anglers out today reported fair size snapper schools and many boats. A clam roast of Mousatonic grange is set for August 30 at Sam Lewis farm East Main street with roasted round white fish corn baked sweet potatoes ham watermelon and pies on the menu.

Stratford Telegram Mousatonic Grange Sam Lewis East Main Street Harold Holmes A. G. Baliwin Hattie Beards Charles Johnson Harry Wilcoxson Housatonic Charles Lordship Robert &. Phelan Maines Danis ¥. Banks Bridgeport Re. Willian G. Wiliams Mra. Williams Sheevond Place Ars Philadelphia

Notice to all water consumers amid drought order

Water restrictions are declared due to a severe drought as reservoirs fall. Consumers must refrain from nonessential use, with bathtubs and showers limited. A pro rata rebate and disconnections may follow if noncompliance continues. notices will be issued via press if required.

Vondibous Milford

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