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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1923
Page
11
Fairfield August 28 Special to the Telegram residents criticize recent voter registrar sessions for caucus lists as illegal due to vague notices and misreading at town hall. Officials were misled into thinking no new names would be added while statutes allow list updates regardless of notices. Critics say town notices are vague and omit purpose details.
Southport Aug 2 Special to the Telegram Tomorrow the first of a series of junior races will be raced over the Pequot Yacht club courses outside Southport harbor. Children of members and junior members of clubs belonging to the Yacht Racing Association of Long Island Sound compete with no more than two crews per club. Prizes will be awarded to each member of crews placing first and second, third prizes if more than ten crews start. Races follow Lacks racing association rules.
Milford August 27 Special to the Telegram Republican and Democratic Town committees set caucus dates for the October 1 town election. Democratic caucus will be held September 10 in Town Hall. Indications point to a remoulded Republican ticket while Democrats have not announced specific candidates or list of places.
A public water suspension order is issued due to severe drought and heavy snowfall. The health and welfare of residents rely on conserving supply. customers are urged to comply, limit use, and prepare for possible area-wide restrictions. Water company asks for cooperation and notes expected timetables and responsibilities.
The Pak Board proposes securing funds to buy 100 acres at Woolsey Stirling farm near North Avenue in Trumbull for a new 18 hole municipal golf course at about $300 per acre. Park Board President George M Tames stated the plan remains under consideration while William E Burnham, head of the Apportionment Board, is abroad on an eight week European tour.
In BFLMAR Aug 2 report police question charges against Dick Foreman and Caleb Hubbard after a Red Indians game ended fatally for William Hubbard and Charles Spindler. Scouting partners tied victims to a tree, kerosene saturated ground ignited, and both boys died. Foreman 17 and Hubbard 18, Spindler 14, with Hubbard's brother 16 among those involved. Authorities suspect possible man slaughter though accident deemed likely.
Southport Aug 27 Special to the Telegram Gus Edwards leads a group of performers for a Southport Fire Department benefit at the Community Theatre on Friday night Vivi en ne Segal from Adri enne will sing and the Fleming alstes pianist violinist and cellist join. Tiddie Muller and Raymond Hitchcock with Helen Stove are among acts announced along with the Palace Theatre orchestra from New York City. Mark A Luesche of Hulls Farms roid brings this talent to Fairfield for one night as part of a major theatrical effort chaired by Mendel Perry with Von Hotta Edward Russell C Henshew Won Pers and others on the committee.
Westport veteran groups plan a shore dinner at Dortona Point. Norwalk’s Shursday event and August Matthias Post 65 meet on State street. MCA directors met on State street. Scoutmaster search continues. Riverside Avenue resident Haingstuck visits in Plainfield. Carlson, Austin, Quinn, Nolan return from Canada trip. Milford Alumni session and library events noted. Engagement announced for Burke and Furhey in Devon.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a legal action involving a Georgia recovery matter with parties including Joseph and Norwich. The document mentions a three thousand dollar claim, an investigation into a fur trade or land issue, and an order for held investigation.
In Westport two cases appeared in Town Court this morning. James K Dooley of Greens Farms was fined for registration issues. Patsy Nuzzo of Saugatuck had a case for shooting his father in law continued, bonds set at 500. Several motorists faced charges for improper lights or vehicle issues. Local and state police said they will continue patrols and a general crusade against improper rights.
Disabled veterans at Alingtown hospital await donated phonograph records as a drive in Bridgeport, supervised by vaudeville team member Tailor MeMaugh. McMaugh, veteran of France with Lafayette division, aims to collect any playable records before tomorrow. Records may be left at Fox Plano, George B Chik, Fiquette Miane, Mnniay and Bayers Arcade, Sandau, Beachs, Steinert, and Wisney stores.
The Superior Court action lists Mort Wasserman of New Lor against Wolite Stewart Camping of New Contin seeking 3000 dollars for injuries from a street accident. Other filings include Milton Weight of Darien vs Alfed W. Weight concerning a note for 6800 and George Hester involvement in endorsements. The record spans several assertions of unpaid notes and property actions with dates noted for upcoming court appearances.
A crash at the Isle of Safety on the shoe road near Compo Beach involved Lucian C Lane of Newark City. His car plunged near a ten foot bank into Long Island Sound after hitting the southwest fence. Lane and his wife were treated. several trees saved the vehicle from worse damage. Officials plan to remove the island and repair the roadway, with possible widening and closing of the curve forthcoming.
W W Ferris editor of the Norwalk newspaper died in a New Haven hospital after a long career in journalism. He taught briefly, then served as South Norwalk News representative and later led the Norwalk Liem, earning a reputation for journalistic skill and community service. He was a founder and longtime figure in local yacht and life saving organizations.
Ti T Redfod of the Pequot Yacht Club of Southport will represent the Central Tong Island Sound division in the International Sun class races aboard Porcoch during the next three days. The yacht won the renewal to represent the section in elimination races where yachts from Pequot Stamford and Norwalk clubs competed. Bedfoddal crossed the line first in two of the turnings and finished second in the third. The races and annual event will be held at Bay Shore Port Washington and Manhasset Bay yacht clubs with more than 30 boats expected. The H I Boucher prize cup will be awarded to the winning yacht with gold silver and bronze medals for the captain and crew of the top three placements.
Two burglaries were reported to police, adding to weekend thefts. Joseph Wibe of Williston Street reported $250 in money and gold necklace stolen from his store. Lerdeay White theater from his home at 207 Golden Hill Street reported items missing over three weeks. Incidents described as entered and valued at 77 dollars according to Lea F. St.
The Jackson Greer Company filed a suit in the superior court against John Jackson and John Greer for 3000 dollars. The action alleges non payment on a business loan and seeks redress in this city. The case appears on the court docket for next month.
The article recalls Vic Levis as an early volunteer responder to the colors in World War I. It notes his service in the Naval Reserve and his duties with the US Congress engineering corps. It also mentions his later involvement with the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion.
One of the last band concerts of the season will be presented by the Wheeler and Wilson band at Beard gley park tonight under the Board of Recreation. The program features playsical selections and five dance numbers including The Star Spangled Banner Nobles of the Mystic Shrine Fousa waltz De Concert Roseas overture Oberon Weber Intermezzo Coming Through the Rye Belstead Grand Selection Faust fox trot Keep It Under Your Hat fox trot Pich ies fox trot Barney Google waltz A Kiss in the Dark fox trot When Will the Sun Shine for Me America.
Special to the Telegram reports Steve Mazrio of Kings highway was arrested by Officer Arthur J Bennett for operating a motorcycle on the Post road under the influence with no lights and without an operator license. He posted 150 bonds to appear in Town court tomorrow morning. Charles Beswick of East Port Chester was arrested for reckless driving for speeding 36 mph in traffic and is to appear in Town court Thursday.
The Milford Yacht Club hosts its annual silver tea on Tuesday afternoon August 28 at the club house. Invitations total about 301 and the event includes cards from 2 to 4 with tea and refreshments, dancing at 9. Music by Livingston Perkins and a large turnout is anticipated. The general committee led by HY Putney includes Mrs R Mager, Miss Agnes Patterson, and others.
Stamford residents Stephen A Gregory is named defendant in a $3000 suit by Willam and Mary Giiffiths over a disputed River Street property sale. The case, returnable in the buperor court on July 6, alleges Gregory agreed to sell the property under a contract, with plaintiffs claiming they financed securities and later learned the defendant fled.
Georgia resident W Bellinge of Stamford petitioned the Superior Court to quiet title to a 27 acre tract in Stamford where a cloud on the deed arose from several hundred dollars of liens attached to the property.
Airfield Aug 27 Special to the Telegram charge of liquor violation against John Farkas of Kings highway arrested in a raid Saturday adjourned to Thursday so physician may be summoned The adjournment followed a signed paper prescribing the use of liquor for his wife Therese Tenato fined $4 and costs for assault and intoxication S Marinko assault charge continued Byron Gall fined for theft alleged entry into Brooklawn country club Steve Manio fined for operating a motorcycle without rights license and while intoxicated James Pedoto and Tony Tigliaferra held on liquor transport without permit Twenty barrels of alcohol were spilled from the truck involved.
Bridgeport High School delays appointing a new athletic coach with opening two weeks away. The district previously acted by summer session and had considered a high paid coach after a suspended physical director left gaps. Only a few applicants remain, with Superintendent Cortright stating the appointment will occur once Harvey C Went returns from vacation.
Westport residents anticipate a heated town meeting on Wednesday. A petition by 52 voters urges the board of finance to approve funding to concrete the road between the Minute Man and Saugatuck along the new shared route. The project has been blocked, with townspeople pressing for completion before winter.
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