Naval bribery case leaves Hamilton jailed for five months
In Bridgeport a public official Hamilton pleaded guilty to bribery in office. Judge Brown emphasized that public trust requires punishment, noting Hamilton’s prior reputation and service. Hamilton received five months in jail and a fine of 220 with costs.
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Judea Brown
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Figures in Norwalk Ring Probe Hint at Auto Ring Conspiracy
Norwalk investigators traced a trail of missing members and a car theft ring that reached Bridgeport before officers. Police say one Norwalk taxi driver and a street-car or auto dealer are being sought on tips, with arrests expected as the auto ring probe develops.
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Norwalk
Bridgeport
William K Lyon Claimed by Death in Bridgeport
William Kellogg Lyon 62 a longtime New Haven railroad official and Bridgeport native died at his Nobla Avenue home after a long illness. He served as superintendent of the Shore Line division and later held chief clerk roles in New York and New Haven systems. Widely known and popular among colleagues, he belonged to Bridgeport’s oldest families and was linked to early Plymouth colony governor William Bradford. Funeral services will be held at Burkel Cemetery with burial in Mountain Grove.
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Yexter
Nobla Avenue
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Bridgepe
Frederick H
Jessie (Hawley Lyon
Aurd Lyon
Bridgeports
Willian Bradford
Plymouth Colony
Lyon
Puliie Schoors
Suparin
Shore Line
New York, New Haven and Hertford
New London
New York
Iovis
Cehulin
Alzonquin
Gusimae
Milton
Charles D. Miltan
Notie Avenue
Burkel Cemete
Mountain Grove
Nerve Force from Nuxated Iron Ad Claim
An advertisement touts Nuxated Iron as a nerve force booster. It claims improved nerve power, vitality, and mental stamina, likening iron content to spinach nutrients and promising dramatic results with regular use.
HamiltonRacketeering Trial Details Emerge in City Hall Ballot Plot
Testimony describes attempts to sway votes for Price on a first ballot and Veness on a second. Witnesses, including the mayor and city clerk, confirm handwriting and identify Hamilton as the central figure. Allegations outline a scheme with payoffs and pressure, naming Hartnett, Cornell, and other officials, while Hamilton denies higher ups influenced him. The state’s attorney’s office indicates further statements are needed to complete the account.
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Hurley
Common Council
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Wurley
Hartnett
Cornellman
Cornell
Haumiiten
Gornel
Hartnettin
Hemilton
Hamilton Cound
Wariners
de Hestessen
Board of Aldermen
Aly
Gamilton
Harenett
Ham- Wag
Hartnell
Democratic Town Committee
Bridgeport
Many American Soldiers Ill in German City Report
Many American soldiers in a German city are ill with influenza and dysentery as hospitals fill. Officials note limited numbers of cases and no deaths, with some moving to organized quarantine amid the outbreak.
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German City
Sony
Junior Chamber to Meet on Monday
Lawson, superintendent of education, will speak on the topic Our Immediate Needs in the Community at the Junior Chamber of Commerce meeting next Monday, December 18, discussing local health and education concerns.
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Williant Hal Gana
Elks Initiate Class At Bridgeport Lodge Event
Bridgeport Lodge of Elks held its final meeting of the year initiating 12 candidates. District Deputy Witham 7 presided with Shanahan. A dinner followed at 6. The arrangements committee included Edward Daly Jon F Rowe Howard J. WeManus Howerd Bryant.
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Witham
Shanahan
Hdwad J. WeManus
Edward Daly
Jon F
Rowe
Howerd
Bryant
Connecticut native dies in St. Louis
Catlin, a Connecticut native and former president of the Merchants American National Bank, died in St. Louis at age 1? He served as a secretary in Litchfield and leaves two sons. The item notes his role among major league magnates and reflects on earnings and advertising implications in the sport.
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Catlin
Mhe American Tschangeuk
Merchants American National Bank
Litchfield
Conn
Theaighter
Epheraia
Park Board Accepts Setzer Bridge and Sends Thanks
The Park Board formally accepted the Detzer Setzer bridge project after notices of completion from Jerome Crewit and Bernhard Setzer. They adopted resolutions praising Mr Setzer for his long service and for funding the bridge, noting the community benefit and ongoing maintenance plans.
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Jeroma Crewit
Ternhard Setzer
Exsenlora
Hetey Setzer
Setyer
Vna Park Board
Saga Ainings
Mr. Seteer
Wise
Simonds Recital Showcases Masterful Piano Art
Brice Simonds, still a young performer, delivered a refined recital at the High School. He opened with Beethoven's Variations and followed with Schumann, Barcarolle, and Saline mann songs. The program featured delicate, swift passages and dreamlike finales, earning praise for polish and expressive range.
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Forster
Ludwig van Beethoven
Egraves
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Schumann
Wayorit
Barcaroll
Gurhulen
Miller to Attend Merit Club Session in Boston
Miller will represent the local Chamber of Commerce at the annual meeting of the Merit Club, a Boston organization formed to protect New England interests in port and freight rates. The event takes place at the Harvard Club in Boston on December 29.
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Chan of Commerce
Secree
Law
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Merit Club
Intareste
New England
Salvage Effort Expands as Derrick Arrives for Sunken Vessel
Lake officials report a costly salvage operation off Long Island Sound as a larger derrick arrives to raise a sunken submersible craft. Divers work amid strong west winds while crews assess hull damage and potential unsnarling of flooded compartments. The salvage fleet grows as cranes position lines and pumps, with mid January outlook for lifting.
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Long Island
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Ntti
Hellevr
Rand Ivage
Lake Company
Lake
Bilenesanil
Vale
Iyelianen
Merritt Chepriu
Divers Repairing Submerged Vessel Amidst Torpedo Threats
Divers using the most modern equipment cut through aft hatches to connect pumping flanges while one diver quits after a severe wrenched injury. John Glen acts as messenger supplying water fuel and supplies to the fleet. A reward is offered for the recovery of two crude torpedoes bearing distress marks valued at 1500 dollars each.
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Ings
John Glen
Esterfay
Symphony Society Meeting Monday Noon at Stratfield Hotel
The executive committee of Bridgeport Symphony Society will hold a meeting luncheon Monday at noon at the Stratfield Hotel to discuss plans for a concert after January 1. An advertisement promotes BRON quent tablets for colds grip or influenza with a warning to obtain the genuine product bearing BW. W. Grove’s signature.
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Bridgeport, Symphony Society
Strateld Hotel
BW. W. Grove
Corrupt Officials Involved In Hidden Bribery Scheme
The witness recounts a December bribery transaction involving Hamilton and Hartnett at Wertnett's store. Hamilton passed $50 to Hartnett for influence on a board, with Cornell directing and others overheard. The events damaged public trust and tainted officials, though Hamilton’s motives remain questioned and unproven.
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Hartnett
Wertnett
Hamilton
Mr. Cornel
Blamilton
Cornell
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