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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1923

Page

3

Inspections Postpone Hearing In Crescent Case At New Haven

The hearing for Captain Gavagan and another officer on the steamer Crescent was postponed without a stated new date. Notices went to all principals and witnesses, though many had been told the hearing would occur today. The Crescent grounded near Reton Point while carrying excursionists.

New Haven Ono United States Gavagan Meia Crescent Reton Point Ederal Lucia R Higuer Ellis Ward Norwalk Nevills Bailey Feton Point Capiin Gavagan

State Road Work Details From Highway Dept Officials

The weekly road conditions report lists openings, detours, and construction across Connecticut on August 27. Norwalk Armory opens full length. many routes show one way traffic or short delays while others remain under construction with detours via parallel roads.

Norwalk Armory Hill Stratford Pose New Milford Gaylordsville Highway Department Clifton-Killingworth Bethank-Killingworth Nangatuck-Main Street Branford Post Road Cguilford-Post Norwalk Armory Westport-Shore Road Guilford Bridge Hamden State Street Ridge Road Walcott Econ New Britain-Plainville West Hartford Quaker Lane Bristol School Street Berlin Middletown Cromwell Little River Bridge Old Bridge East Haddam-Town Street Hampton-Willimantic Danielson Dayville Goodyear-Abliiogton Hilli Mantic Firoton Center Road Pequonoe Ceniter Groton Groton-Baptist Hill Mystic Baptist Church Franklin-Lebanos Tebanon Road Norwich-Willimantic Road Thomaston Waterbury Watertown Pond Torrington-Litchfield Litchfield Green Goshen Torrington Center Winchester S&6 Malr Street Winsted Sharon-Sallebury Honsatontc River Kent Toad Kent-fleater Bridge Danhaiv-Fadanaram Woodbury-Southbury Bethelem Road Sted Weston-Georgetown Road

Ten Thousand Dollar Suit Filed Over Fatal Beechwood Accident

Robert T. M. Canfield administrator of Doris Canfield's estate filed a $10,000 damages suit in Sunevior court yesterday. The action names Byron T. Newman of Greenwich and Edward Morrell, a driver employed by Newman, in connection with the August 6 Beechwood Avenue fatality. Morrell faces a manslaughter charge awaiting trial.

Robert T. M. Canfield Doris Canfield Beechwood Avenue Byron T. Newman Greenwich Edward Morrell Newman

Auto crusade on post road nets many offenders

Westport, August 30. The town court disposed of cases from a crusade against auto law violators. Multiple residents from Bridgeport New York City West Haven and surrounding areas were fined or bonded for issues including unregistered cars missing mufflers no mirrors improper rights no operators license and overloading. Several defendants failed to appear and warrants were issued for arrest forthcoming.

Westport Dan Rich Ohio Avenue Bridgeport Arthur Doolittle Park Avenue New York City James L. Skeeney West Haven Salvadore Marisca Hamilton Street Costa Linnest Douglas Whiteway Street Uniontown Perrin Arthur Reed Baker Avenue Sylvester Isselbach Lith Street Richmond Hill Stephen Pepe Main Street Howard Brown Rose Street New Haven Maillard McNamara Colorado Avenue John W. Hayes Ruth Francis Dugan Hardtongue Street Larchmont N. C John Stonebrink Paterson Difford Quinn Summit Street

Chef Caulkins Receives Kiwanis Testimonial

Dr. Clarence B. Caulkins, prominent dentist, was honored by the Kiwanis Club with a testimonial for his two years as chef de clam bake. A portable suitcase filled with picnic essentials was presented, and Z. J. Pardy praised Caulkins’ untiring labor and ability, calling the annual clam bake the club’s big yearly event.

Miwanis Club Clarence BE. Caulkins Z. J. Pardy Caulkins

Three Autos Stolen Here One Recovered

Three automobile thefts were reported to the police yesterday with one recovered. George Wersten of 63 Park Avenue reported the thefts from his garage. one car was found abandoned on Seaview Avenue, but another car bearing registration 81312 remains missing. A touring car stolen from August Scholz of 79 Sinn Street in the rear of 217 Wirth Street has not been found.

George Wersten Park Avenue Seaview Avenue Thievey August Scholz Sins Strert Wirth Strert

City Buys Gasoline at 15 Cents a Gallon

Bridgeport city contracts for gasoline use by departments awarded to an oil firm at 15 cents per gallon, the lowest bid amid a gasoline war. Mayor Atwater and Board member Booth oversaw the award, with Standard Oil and Tidewater Oil submitting higher bids of 19 cents.

Bridgeport Wred Atwater Willian B. Booth Tidewater

Tax Payments Total $126,667 for One Day

Tax Collector Edward A. Drew reported heavy returns yesterday with taxes totaling 126667.42 and a year to date collection around 315000. Large payments came from General Electric at 76900 and Sails Textile at 26000. many others are expected within two weeks.

Edward A. Drew Wnaldng Dhek General Electric Company Sails, Textile Company Drew Tig

SINGER IN PRISON SUES FOR $10,000

George Singer of this city filed a $16,000 suit in Superior Court against Charlee DeBrot of New York City. Singer alleges DeBrot sold him automobiles that did not belong to him and he had no legal right to sell. The case is returnable next Tuesday.

George Singer Charlee DeBrot New York City DeBrot

Shoes Selected for Fine Line Fine Craftsmanship

A description of men’s shoes emphasizing tight quality tests and artistic shoemaking. It highlights leather types and snug heel fits for arch support, noting black kid blucher with rubber heels, light tan calf bluchers, fan calf laced styles, and Oxfords in tan calfskin with rubber heels. Each pair is promoted as value at six dollars, with emphasis on service and assortment to win customer trust.

House of Kuppenheimer Howland Wall St Miin Flooy

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