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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1922
Page
7
Bridgeport businessmen prepare for another Chamber of Commerce program featuring James H Heron. He spoke at the Stratford hotel last Tuesday and is described as a commercial evangelist guiding industry. He has no notorieties, but is noted for his single skill and leadership.
Fairfield authorities installed a hydrant at Boyle's Corner at the end of a private water main to protect about 600 houses within 1,900 feet of the pump after a Telegrain warning about fire risk. The hose, presented by four residents, will be ready for use at a moment's notice.
Michael Panik of 106 Suburban avenue Grivers is arrested on a manslaughter charge after a collision last November 20 with 10 year old John Churnalk at 26 Church street. Churnalk died at Skridgeport hospital Thursday.
Dr John R Mott general secretary of the International Committee of the YMCA will visit Bridgeport on December 7 and 8 as part of a continent wide tour. The meetings include “How to Teach Boys” at 9 Thursday, a Workers dinner with Dr Mott, and conferences with YMCA executives, pastors, and the Bridgeport Ministerial Association.
Miss Alise Josephine Quinn daughter of Mr and Mrs Martin J Quinn of New York city and Greenwich marries Charles FE Cooney of Syracuse at St Patrick's Cathedral New York The bride wore a white empire gown with emeralds and pearls attended by Mrs Curtis C Webb sister of the bride The best man was Martin J Quinn Jr and ushers Curtis Webb and Jacob Underhill Only relatives and immediate friends attended a reception followed at the bride's parents home
Bridgeporter Gus Pain of gevert sustained two deep head lacerations in a collision before the Post garage. He was treated by Dr J A Christian and taken to Bridgeport Hospital in serious condition. Witnesses say Pain was operating the machine on the wrong side of the road. the other vehicle driven by Willi Dwyer, a Yorn! plumber, escaped injury. Both cars were badly damaged.
Report from Palice 1st indicates a Pembroke Street home was entered during the day by what is described as key workers. The event involved $9.00 and a bank hook, with Mercura of 4295 Pembroke ec noted in relation to the home.
Swedish botanist Dr Enander, returning from North America, argues cross breeding proves evolution. He cites 70 willow varieties and thousands of cross-breeds, says female willows are hardier, and notes US customs prevented live plant imports. He plans to urge Swedish plant inspections for exports to ensure disease-free shipments.
Mrs Roca Geisertonlynt held her child under water in a bath until the child died and then killed herself by swallowing poison and turning on the gas. Christian Geiser, a mill worker, found the bodies when he returned from work.
The fragmentary text mentions a $20,000 demand related to an unwanted issue. References to individuals Clara and Leo are shown, with unclear roles and dates. The passage is garbled, yielding limited coherent facts beyond the monetary claim and potential names.
In Greenwich, Loviahn Ko was fined fifteen dollars and costs after a Superior Court judge found him guilty of assaulting his wife on Thanksgiving Day. The defendant claimed he was not ready to eat and acted in a moment of anger, but the court held him responsible for the incident.
William G Shepherd of Collier's Weekly addressed the Association of National Advertisers in session here. He warned that about 30,000,000 men and women in the United States work behind counters and that retail clerks outnumber rail workers and factory staff combined, stressing the heavy burden on American families and the role of wage earners in sustaining stores.
Notre Dame instructor John P Tiernan was ordered committed by County Judge Rigelmer on petition of Mrs Frances Pulaski sister of Mrs Tiernan. Dr James W Hall testified Tiernan was mentally unsound and the wife’s claim of hypnotization cited. The commitment places Tiernan in Cook County Bereenethis Hospital for observation.
Republicans on the board of Aldermen met at Seaside law last night to discuss policies for the coming year. No definite decisions were made. Alderman Ralph T. Beers said another gathering will precede Monday council meeting. No president candidate was chosen. The honorary nomination to the minority council remains unclear.
Michael Kennedy, identified hours later, was found unconscious on a Stratford avenue dock after heavy drinking. He was taken to a nearby home for treatment.
A seaside entertainment event was staged at the Warner store on Lardyette street under the Senaldi Recreation Centre. An ongoing weekly program provided an evening of acts and refreshments to attendees, continuing the local cultural initiative.
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