Illegal tax abatements charged at city council dinner
The Claims committee is accused of approving hundreds of thousands of dollars in illegal abatements from tax lists. John T. King calls it the worst Council scandal in years. Attorney William H. Comey is named as the charges author. Records of all abatements will be unearthed and investigated. Alderman Wilbert Sanford nominated for Council president and Charles Roy for council page.
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Diploma mill scandal draws state investigation in New Aiagon
State commences probe into a Connecticut Pharmacy School amid a broader audit of licensing and constitutional issues. The chaotic docket cites taxes, aldermanic disputes, and municipal concerns from Bridgeport to Danbury, with multiple local incidents and political tensions shaping the region.
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General Haller Declines Visit to Boston Mayor
In Boston on November 30 Polish leader General Haller failed to meet Mayor James M. Curley. Curley sent a letter to retired Major General Clarence J. Edwards canceling the visit amid protests by Jewish deans over Haller's Polish army role in wartime actions.
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State Convention of Disabled Veterans Held Today
The Disabled American Veterans of the World War and the United British Veterans Bureau plan today’s state convention at Main Street in Imanin yal with a turkey supper and program led by local officers. Notable attendees include Brayl Commander, Ravimond Meas Captain Busnigan and Major Witlbome Evert, among others from the rehabilitation bureau and veterans groups in Lyport and Lirkdeport.
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Tariford
Vite
Internal News Fay Shoots Down Breary Assitive Pew
A local intermisnal news item notes a jury Sag ind verdict in a breach case. The piece cites Pew as plaintiff and cites a sequence of legal actions. Facts remain fragmentary but indicate a civil suit and a backing from a regional court in November.
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Governor McCray Faces 182 Counts in Indiana Embezzlement Indictment
Indiana Governor McCray, indicted by the Marion county grand jury on 182 counts, including embezzlement and fraudulent financial statements, will submit to arrest and post bond. Bond set at 25000 on the embezzlement counts. no bond fixed on other charges.
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Martha Mansfield Dies From Burns In Stage Dressing Room
Ban Anton Texas reports actress Martha Mansfield died from burns suffered when her dress ignited after a car crash. An assistant attempted to smother the flames with a coat. she died from injuries sustained while appearing opposite John Joveymore in The Perfect Lover and had recent stage credits with Eugene O’Brien.
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Texas
Martha Manedell
Eugene O'lvien
Greenwich Man Fights N Y Police
A Greenwich man engaged with New York police in a public disturbance described as a confrontation near Broadway at the tip of the Lbentredd. Several bystanders were struck as two others allegedly penetrated a barrier but caused no serious injuries. Witnesses report the incident ended with medical attention for minor wounds and no fatality.
Monroe Doctrine Still Keynote of American Policies
Secretary Hughes asserted that American foreign policy remains anchored in the Monroe Doctrine as he outlined the United States stance toward Europe, Latin America, and the Pacific. He emphasized peace, economic recovery, and non domination, expressing sympathy for France, a desire for a prosperous Germany, and a move to end war burdens, while seeking a fair inquiry to resolve postwar tensions.
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United States Participation in Reparations Seen at Paris
Allied circles believe the reparations commission today paves the way for U S participation in a deeper examination of Germany's position. The commission planned two expert committees to balance Germany's finances and examine capital exports while seeking steps to stabilize the economy. Adoption of the resolution followed a unanimous vote after a compromise involving French and British concessions.
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War Secretary Warns Army Too Weak in War Stocks Crisis
War Secretary warns the U S Army is too weak to sustain operations as defense reports flag declining war stock consumption. He stresses need for greater mobilization and continued support, warning that current policy risks hindering national defense and long term security. Page continues on next page.
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New German government forms amid coalition dissension
Berlin reports a four party coalition under Dr Wilhelm Marx with Dr Gustav Stresemann as foreign minister begins, while the Nationalist party balks at offering the food portfolio to Herr Schiele. Dr Emminger hesitates then accepts. The ministers, despite friction, take office as Reichstag wrangles with a fragile, no working majority government.
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Parking changes urged by Chapel St residents
Chapel Street neighbors pressed for parking rule revisions at a Police Commission meeting. They cited near by homes and 24 hour parking on the north side as hindering access and requesting relief. The traffic committee will study the petition for AUG. An unrelated pension fund note mentions a surplus and year end disbursements.
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Six Months Course and Diploma Promised by New Haven School
A brief notice states a six months course and diploma for fifty dollars from a western university name is promised upon successful completion of work at New Haven School. The wording is unclear but centers on a diploma offer tied to course completion and payment.
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Pharmacy
Surgeons Remove Tooth From Lung In Rare Operation
New York surgeons employed by a hospital removed a tooth lodged in a woman's lung using a specially constructed tube. The tooth lay below the tenth, and the operation featured X ray guidance and precise positioning. The 20 minute procedure was performed without anesthesia.
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Sword
Helena Feternberger
Peternberger
Medical society head urges special legislative session
Dr Charles W Comfort of the Connecticut Medical Society calls for an immediate special session to draft new medical laws. He blames lax regulation, urges a gubernatorial appointed medical board to oversee exams, and warns of quack practices harming public health and eroding trust in Connecticut medicine.
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Health council fails to act on pharmacy diploma scheme
Hartford authorities probe Connie School of Pharmacy on Church Street New Haven area. Irving J Jacobs heads the Collegiate Preparatory School and Pharmaceutical Institute. Offers diplomas for junior drug clerks for fifty dollars and a state exam pass, with a licensure claim through a Western University affiliate. State's Attorney investigates alleged diploma fraud and licensing violations.
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Local relatives of president injured in automobile crash
Mr and Mrs Coolidge cousins of President Calvin Coolidge were injured in a Delaware accident yesterday. Mrs Coolidge lies in hospital with a broken shoulder while her husband sustained only cuts. A telegram from Reynolds said Mrs Coolidge would travel by train home, and Mr Coolidge planned to drive the others.
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Romeo Won't Return in Time for Hospital Board
Dr. Romeo will not be present at the Columbata hospital board meeting Tuesday afternoon to address charges, per acting attorney Pasquale Viano. Viano says Romeo may return to Bridge soon after spending time with relatives in Missouri. medical or legal requirements may necessitate full credential details.
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