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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1923

Page

1

Milk Dealers In Bridgeport Raise Retail Prices At Meeting

Bridgeport milk dealers plan a today meeting to implement a one cent retail price increase following the Connecticut Milk Producers association boost to farmers by 42 cents, effective September 1. Grace B milk will be 15 cents a quart and Grade A 18 cents. Bridgeport remains about one cent cheaper than other state areas. The Mitchell Dairy and Farmers Dairy dominate Bridgeport's market and will apply the rise.

Connecticut Milk Producers’ Association Bridgeport Milk Producers’ Association New York State Mitchell Dairy Farmers Dairy Company

Civic Affairs Committee to Plan City Improvement Agenda

The Civic Affairs committee of the Chamber of Commerce meets tonight in the Chamber rooms at State and Court to map a program for full organization activities. Open meetings last spring spurred improvements and new revenue ideas, with September resumption of Monday noon lunches. The committee lists chair B. J. Ashman and many members including William Bent, J. Brennan, Arthur Calhoon, Murray Chpin, L. Cocroza, Dr. William Hall Coon, and others.

Civic Affairs Committee Chamber of Commerce State and Court B. J. Ashman William AW W. Bent Foo J. Brennan Arthur Philo Calhoon Murray Ch ‘Pin L. Cocroza William Hall Coon James J. Culeman Arthur F. Connor KB. Cortright George M. Coughlin Samuel Dawe Day J. Deszo Francis P. Dunigan Henry E. Kelly William Kirk A. B. Merwin Gusler W. W. Naramore R. I Neithercat J. Nilson T. J. Pardy A. N. Schnee Samuel Senior EL ¢ Sparse FA Strong Witam Webster D. F Purrelald Wheeler Rugrei Wilmot AL i Veness

Greenwich Woman Sues For 5000 In Damages

Martha Talladge of Greenwich sues Maria Tallman Pon claiming she was attacked beaten and bitten while walking on Northfield street July 9. Talladge seeks 5000 in damages. case set for the first Tuesday in September in Superior Court.

Northfield Street Greenwich Martha Talladge Maria Pon Greenywiel Mes

Ku Klux Klan Mass Meeting Turns Violent in Kingston

In Kingston on August 27 a Klan mass meeting in Court House Square sparked minor rioting and numerous arrests as supporters clashed with hecklers over Mayor Wilson’s denial of official sanction for a September state-wide convention. The crowd overflowed streets while fights erupted and klansmen defended themselves amid the disorder.

Kinghamton Ku Klux Klan Court House Square Wilson Warn

Unfair Elections Claim From De Valera Interview

An Irish leader Eamon De Valera discusses the Irish election climate in an unauthorised interview obtained before his capture. The reporter describes De Valera’s appearance demeanor and cautious travel to meet the correspondent, noting his polite, resolute and unembittered nature during the conversation.

U. S Great Britain Meliance Allignes Eamon de Valera Belfast Telegraph Sa Dm Egulnr de Vulera Repub

Autoist Killed in Race to Catch Train for Short Ride

Samuel Walker a 52 year old resident of Asylum street extension was killed when the automobile he rode crashed into another car). It leaped a four foot cement wall, landed on its side at the Berkshire Bridge eastern approach. Walker was crushed. William Long, the driver, faced charges for speeding and license issues. The team remained in custody awaiting coroner’s decision.

Samuel Walker Asylum Street New Rochelle N. Y Asylum Street Extension Berkshire Bridge Walker William Long Dong Wathmanshuashrer John J

Driver Held In Mass Streak of Trash Investigation

A newspaper item reports that a driver, linked to a case involving trash, is held as an investigation by officials including ex Senator George B. Clark of 80 Crown Street and Evethin J. Winchell of 76. The scene occurred this afternoon at 2:80 PM, with coverage continued on page two.

Phelan Mass Helen Chak Daugishe O George B. Clark Crown Street Evetin J. Winchell

Bridgeport awards Wigle Seoul badges to local leggs

Edward G Fagan Jr and seven others face rigid tests Thursday as Broad Street lights debut on Monday night. A Stamford man sues for 15 000 and two others sue the city for 15 000 in damages. Wall program plans are discussed by the Civic Affairs committee as marriages and local events fill the day.

Edward G Fagan, Jr Bridgeport Seoul New White Way Broad Street Nan Auto Tate Self-Floto Circus Stamford Auto City Civic Affairs Committee Chamber of Commerce Milktred Donnelly Wiliam Betty Wright Myrzie Avedue Yy. W. C China T. Hincks Rotary Tub Tate Rane Samuel Walker Berkshire Bridge

Colucci Exonerated in Death of Gulliver

Leo Colucel of Beritfgepert was acquitted of blame in the death of 78 year old A. Gulliver of this city who died August 17. Deputy Governor Lewis L. Fletcher ruled in New Haven today.

Colucci Gulliver Leo Colucel Beritfgepert Watontobile Strut K Jodledhieles A. Gulliver Thig -Ity Lewis L. Fletc New Haven

Ward's Counsel Moves to Quash Murder Charge in Peters Slaying

Walter S. Ward seeks dismissal and a reduction of the first degree indictment in the Peters case. Justice Wagner in White Plains will hear arguments next Thursday on why the motion should prevail as to bail and a bill of particulars identifying where Peters was shot and where he died. The state may be represented by Attorney General Carl Sherman or Special Deputy A.G. Thomas J. O’Neill.

New York Walter S. Ward Clavence M. Peters Ward Supreme Court Robert H. Wagner Genera Carl Sherman White Plains York City Attorney General Chambers Street Iti Sherman Thomas J. O'Neill Wagner Isaac W. Mills George M. Taylor Jr A. M. Seeger Newchurch Gurkit Baker Waerer Smith North Castle Westchester Peters Allen R. Campbell Werd

Charley O'Hearn's Father Dies in Watertown Auto Crash

Watertown Mass August 27 Michael O'Hearn of Brookling father of Carlos O'Searn Yale football star and Jick O'Tearn former Corwell captain was killed in a automobile accident here today. The other occupant Michael Otugar of Watertown with Mr O'Hearn was probably fatally injured. The crash occurred when one auto turned out to pass and met another from the opposite direction.

Watertown Mass Michael O'Hearn Brookling Carlos O'Searn Yale Jick O'Tearn Corwell Fontiag Michael Otugar O'Hearn

Charles D Hine Dies in Winsted at 75

Charles D Hine longtime Connecticut educator and former secretary of the State Board of Education died at his Winsted home after a brief illness. Born February 6 1845 in Pair Haven Vermont he studied at Yale Iowa Law and taught as a school administrator in Norwich New Britain Saginaw Michigan Omaha Nebraska and Dedham Massachusetts. He served as public library commissioner from 1598 until his death and will be buried in Lebanon after funeral services in Winsted.

Norwich New Britain Martford M. Hine State Board of Education Winsted Fale Hine Connecticut Public Library Commission Connecticut Ine Saginaw Mich Omaha Neh Troy Talfyaheth Hine

Legion Meet Proceeds to Build Fund on Labor Day

The American Legion plans to donate the profits from its big track and fish event on Labor Day to its building fund. Phila Calhoun, athletic committee chair, announced last night with the Local Sessomly handling responsibilities. Last year funds supported county branches. this year a new sum is expected from the meet.

The American Legion Legion Phila Calhoun Inea! Sessomly

Norwalk Editor V. W. Ferris Dies in New Haven Hospital

Victor Wood Ferris aged 47, managing editor of the Norwalk Hour and a prominent Connecticut writer, died at St. Raphael Hospital New Haven after stomach trouble and gall bladder complications. Born in Norwalk, he was widely known in life and sports journalism. his death shocked the local community.

V. W. Ferris Norwalk New Haven Hospital Norwalk Hour the Telegram Victor Wood Ferris Connecticut Hospital of St. Raphael New Haven Ume Haenital Raitor Ferris

Our President Coolidge Serial Begins Next Sunday

A serialized portrait of Calvin Coolidge's career will start next Sunday, featuring numerous pictures from the Coolidge family album. The article notes that Coolidge is a politician who shuns talk and that even his friends know little about his past.

Calvin Coolidge Coolidge

Belgium Note Brings New Hope for Curzon Negotiations

London reports a Belgian note in reply to Lord Curzon has revived hope for talks amid renewed European tension. Stresemann may directly approach Britain to offer a limited payment plan, hoping Baldwin negotiates as two businessmen. Hugo Stinnes is said to be arranging talks with Orange industrialists for a quick settlement.

London Stresemann Britain Gemling Baldwin Olncare Germany Hugo Stinnes Orange

Broad Street White Way Lights Set To Flash On Monday

Broad street will glow with new White Way lights from Gilbert street to Elm street next Monday marking a key step in its emergence as a premier retail district. City Engineer James A. McElroy urged underground wiring with United Illuminating during widening and paving to avoid future disruption, a plan later approved by the Common Council.

Broad Street Gilbert Street Elm Street Main Street Common Council McElroy James A. McElroy Mon Elroy Unitedlluminating Co

Damages Sought From City In Civil Actions

Two civil actions filed in Superior Court against the city of Bridgeport seek a total of 45000 in damages. Nellie Williams alleges a fall on a Brow Street sidewalk May 17 causing a fractured foot and sprained ankle. A minor, Viola Maloney, claims a February 14 fall on a sidewalk on South Avenue, suffering a fractured knee cap and a broken ankle.

Bridgeport Nellie Ho Wiliams Brow Street Allen Street Williams Benygamin Sherwood Viola Maloney Ns Vity Soug Can Tey Agi Souch Avenue Lusk

Pinchot Enters On Attempts at Coal Mediation

Gangster Henry Moore known as Frank Murray dies in St John’s Hospital Astoria after being shot near his home. He refused to name his shooters or acknowledge his identity to police. Moore faced murder charges in Connecticut. His widow secured bond and planned funeral arrangements. Deputy and police continue hunt for Moore’s killers.

New York Henry ‘Locke’ Moore Sixth Ave Astoria Frank Murray St. John Noore South Manchester Conn Moore Edward Wolran Sidney Rosenthal Long Island City Thomas F. Doyle Long Island City Queens Sullivan Doyle Manhattan Sixth Avenue John Gallagher

Pa Governor negotiates anthracite coal strike endgame

Harrisburg Aug 27 Associated Press Governor Pinchot warned mine operators and miners union leaders that an anthracite mining suspension on September 1 could not be allowed and began mediation efforts. He discussed wage demands check off dues and other union items with Phillip Murray and district presidents and planned further talks with operators and union officials. The governor opened with a semi public address urging industrial leaders to resolve the dispute.

Harrisburg Associated Press Pinchot Pennsylvania Phillip Murray United Mine Workers C. J. Golden Rinaldo CupeNini Thomas Kennedy Ia Thrree

Hincks to discuss new city charter at Rotary luncheon

William J. Hincks, on the mayor’s charter revision committee, will explain the charter draft at the Rotary noon luncheon. About twenty Rotarians are expected to attend the New England Rotary conference in Lake Bomoscene, Vermont, September 11 to 14, with delegations traveling by auto from the city on September 14 to Pittsfield, Massachusetts for a reception. President Albert T. Livery asks Rotarians to prepare five minute talks on their businesses for upcoming meetings.

William JT. Hincks New England Rotary Lake Bomoscene Vermont Auto R Pittsfield Mass Rotana Albert T. Livery

Democratic club names delegates not for Atwater

The Third District Democratic Club named five delegates to represent the anti Ar nate insurgent faction in the coming primary. Delegates named were John H. Wargo Arthur Hagberg George Butzko John Healey and Edward Lynch The insurgents claim their group is legitimate while noting internal disputes and objections to the incorporation papers filed by Atwater supporters.

Third District Democratic Club John H. Wargo Arthur Hagberg George Butzko John Healey Edward Lynch Third District Democratic Association, Inc Asing Mmeriors Lynch Butzko Atwator

Eagle Scout candidates named for Camp Pomperaug tests

Edward G. Fagan Jr and Robert Rourke, members of Troop 22 in Tridgeport, are among boys expected to receive Eagle Scout merit at a meeting Thursday night at Camp Pomperaug Sands louk. Chief Executive Gordon Williams and Erie executives will conduct the final examination. Fagan, 15, already passed 21 tests and will enter his third year of school in September. Rourke must pass a swimming test before final approval. The Court of Leaders could not be reached for comment.

Lamon DeValera Dublin Free State America Free State Public Department DeVale Quenon Mer Ennis Kingston de Valera Secend Eaphuneste Boy Scouts of America Tridgeport Pomperdug Sandslouk Prday Canes US Lendr Gordon Williams Tel Arls 3 Aieric Ward G. Fagan Fagan Thei Schol Robert Rourke James T. Rourke Vine Street Wiliams Camp Pomperaug Boy Scout Ia

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