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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1923
Page
16
The prosecutor described a June 10 incident in Bristontown involving Mirinko and O’Donnell at 472 Woon Avenue. O’Donnell lost part of an ear in a scuffle sparked by Mirinko denying the alleged attack while the defense argued self defense and questioned evidence. Bond for Mirinko was set at 2000 dollars as authorities investigated the stabbing and biting claims.
In Milford on August 34 a Whitneyville Fire Department team inspected local equipment including apparatus and storm systems. General Registrar Jed M. Smith announced the last day to receive voter names is Tuesday September 4, with registrars in each district from 3 to 5 PM. Community updates note nurse vacations, campaign fundraising, and local residents' travels and celebrations.
The Fairfield council rejected all proposed school plans. A special building committee will consider a revised proposal by architect L Zaroli and a new reconstruction plan. Further meetings and a new construction effort are expected, with ongoing community debate about capacity and needs.
In Westport a judge fined Mitchell, son of a local humorist, two counts including no operator's license and improper brakes. The court heard multiple cases, with crowds filling the town hall auditoriums. Other defendants faced fines for registration issues and traffic violations in a session that drew attention to local law enforcement.
The Fairfield and Westchester Hunt hounds are entered in the Westchester Kennel Club Dox show on the grounds of the Westchester Hunt Club. The event runs Thursday through Saturday with trials at 7 am and a luncheon at noon. The season opener is planned for Saturday September 22, with the Greenwich Horse Show affecting the schedule. Members Bowman and Jackson, coasters of the Hunt clubs, coordinate entries.
An old New York City funeral is described with garbled dramatic prose about a gang leader known as Kid Dropper. The procession reportedly travels rapidly through East Side streets en route to a cemetery as police escort and cheering crowds are mentioned amid confused and sensational details.
A gala benefit show headlines a star studded program led by the Malace Unitare orchestra of New York under conductor Gwen Jones. Notable soloists include Marion Beant, Tracy, and the Meming sisters with Priricota. Committee members Mendel Jerry A VonTiolt Ward Ruseel S Henshaw and J M Perry help organize the event at the Wilts around. Proceeds benefit a local cause with many performers donating time and talent for the town.
A grand benefit concert for the New Canaan Community Orchestra will be held at Town Hall on Tuesday evening. Mrs Sheridan mezzo soprano Felix Sabatello cello Frank Sheridan piano perform, with audiences rising after years of strong attendance and improved playing. Also note a New Canaan Bird Protective Association meeting at Town Hall Tuesday evening with officer reports and conductor elections.
Trumbull Fire Company votes to buy a four wheeled engine with a one ton chassis and gallon chemical tanks. The town offers space for the engine until other arrangements are made and the delivery is expected within 30 days. The regular meeting is moved to Saturday due to Labor Day.
A jumble of names and relations from Lordship LOR STII August events shows injuries from a Stanford area accident and multiple relatives visiting in New York and Bridgeport. The note references Mrs Gearse Whia, Walter Fates, and Mrs Neith Rolew among others, with plans for a weekend gathering and a swimming pavilion discussion.
New Trinity Church appoints Menri S. Kinenend as pastor succeeding Hyams A Ik who resigned for health reasons. Rev Whitemead ordained in Connecticut will preach his first sermon on Sunday. Whitehead, a prolific writer, has served multiple churches and studies at Harvard and Berkeley divinity schools.
In Dublin August 30 late, Dail bypoll returns show Government 43 seats, Republicans 28, Farmers 8, Laborites 14. Republicans gain momentum with Dan Breen winning Tipperary and Mellowes in Galway. Esmonde a government backer. Wolfe and others noted. Two major divisions emerge: Republicans versus Government, with Kerry voting strength surprising.
An art exhibit on Frederick Driggs estate in Redding drew a large crowd at the Poverty Halling Pottery studio on Lac eet road. Works included vases by Minlay Dewers and paintings by Elizabeth Hunter, with pottery and textile pieces by various local artisans on display and sale.
A whist drive tomorrow supports the construction of a new convent building. The event, led by So Monk haptey and Daughters of America, aims to raise funds for the convent in progress, with opening and dedication hoped for in early fall.
Milford Finance Board schedules hearings next week to set the town budget for the year. The four night session will begin Tuesday evening September 7 in the municipal building, with hearings across the town sections and specific offices presenting requests for appropriations.
Stamford August 30 Scouts will start a woods search near Hunting Ridge for Mrs Margaret Bouton a ninety year old woman missing since yesterday Neighbors checked near Hellpont while Mrs Brown and her daughter in law Currie Hrowsr live nearby and others fear she may have died exhausted in the woods No tidings have come from the Dayton lotic area or Greenwely where another woman Mrs Thompson wandered away in a similar manner.
In CMNSUNWICH on August 10 officials announced two women appointed to the Greenwich slate. Names include Miss Peering Gi and Boles as directors, with selections for a board of affairs and other local posts.
In Norwich on August 30 an unidentified man about 40 died at Backus hospital at 10 50 pm after trolley car # Ont man operated by Motorman Edward Rozlewsky struck him. The car halted, and witnesses described the impact near a pole and cone as the front and fender were damaged.
Bethel crash victims Win Rier and others sue auto owner George Wakeman. Supreme Court examined the case with defendants Genze Siveir and Walter J Steinfeld of New York. Injuries reported as the passengers were brought back to Bethel after the collision at a bridge near Putnam.
Special to the Telegram reports Lena Longo and her sister Rose told police a man of their nationality warned Lena to stay silent about a police murder case. Rose later admitted Lena had ridden with her to Danbury and cautioned her not to reveal where they went. Authorities pursue the threat claim as part of the Bethel murder inquiry.
A $30,000 real estate transaction at Cue Point involved Taare S Wakeman of Wreatnort Charles Wakeman of West Steve Noval of Norwalk Awe Knorr of Norwalk and others. They plan development of the property via a new building site with road access from Camps Irmadeval to Witt, plus branches. John Mtr Cuthion of Westain to be buried tomorrow. Mrs Homers Beers dies. several residents visit BeMdigeport. Sheriff Koear Hl. Peres of Westport awaits Bridgeport court hearing. State police flying squadron to conduct a few days session before moving on.
Nathaniel Wagner, a well known Danbury tenor, will study in France under Jean de Reszke after giving a Danbury concert on September 14. He rose from minor roles in The Clinging Vine to principal parts, recently studied at Screen Lake, N Y, and will sail soon for France.
Fairfield Aug. 50 Special in the Telegram Walter Bryscurz of 55 Brentwood agents faced town court on liquor with intent to sell charge claiming the raid found distilled water not liquor. Case continued to Septem ber. Attorney Walter Scheffer entered not guilty. A still was seized. Helen Jackiewight pleaded guilty and was fined 52 with ten days suspended jail. Several other local cases were heard with fines and continuances. Judge Grout presided.
Special to the Talesvuin reports a September hearing set to consider widening the Post road from Ashtyeek to Turners Creek and along West Kings highway in the parish area. Community officials, including the Cam wissian Nasser Mypaday, outline proposed route adjustments and construction timelines for the project.
A World War II veteran from New York, Charles Waeld Wheeler, a German City native and member of the American army, drowned when his canoe capsized in Crystal Lake. He was alone. attempts to summon help lasted several minutes before an autumn guard on the beach noticed and signaled a passing car. John Andrews, in London, later recovered the dog.
New Haven August 39 Michael Valshan of this city was hit by a switch engine on a New York New Haven and Hartford passenger train and dragged about 20 feet near Gate Bridge in New York City. Relatives informed today the Callinan home is at 197 Bradley Street. Danbury August 30 Special James A Lee died yesterday in Marcellus New York from ammonia poisoning while vacationing. He received myro medals for bravery in the campaign in France.
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