Council Orders Tax Collections For City Revenue
The Common Council enrolls measures to collect all taxes owed the city including personal and property taxes totaling millions. An expanded force of clerks will work under Mayor Behrens supervision to stave off a deficit and accelerate delinquents’ payments before the upcoming deadline.
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Drowned car plunges from bridge into river
Fragmented text describes a vehicle plunging from a bridge into a river and a drowning incident. Readers can identify confusion, but the core event suggests a fatal car accident near a river crossing with limited readable details and names.
Waterbury Fire Forces 40 Families to Flee
A blaze in Waterbury displaced forty families, destroying homes and prompting emergency crews to evacuate residents. Officials work to assess damage and determine a cause while nearby streets reopen as flames are brought under control.
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Restriction on jitney capacity may be removed
City officials consider lifting a cap on jitney passenger numbers citing hardship claims. A pension plan for widows of policemen and firefighters is also proposed. A council committee reviewed taxation and access issues at a recent session, with funds discussed for broader coverage.
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Shot by teacher. boy in serious condition
A boy remains in serious condition after being shot by a teacher. Police investigation continues as details from the incident emerge.
Motorcycle Cop Strikes Boy in Minor Injury Incident
Report from Danbury describes a minor injury incident involving a motorcycle officer and a boy. Witnesses raise questions about details and sequence of events.
Women Carried Out At Ansonia Fire
Ansonia fire officials report women removed from a building after the blaze. Details are unclear due to OCR noise but indicate occupants were evacuated and no serious injuries confirmed. Authorities continue to investigate the cause and assess damage to the structure.
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Ansonia
Embargo Placed on Connecticut Poultry Shipments
New York officials announce a wide embargo on fowls and chickens from eight western states as efforts to curb a contagious poultry disease expand. Waterbury and New Haven farms under quarantine after diseased shipments, with inspectors warning buyers and the public of possible contaminated stock. Authorities aim to prevent further spread as the disease prompts heightened meat safety measures statewide.
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Milford Firemen Fight Three Fires
Firefighters respond to three blazes in Milford amid uncertain sizes. Voters may cast ballots today from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. across twelve districts, with polling sites listed by district and precinct.
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Fragmented Bright News Digest with Odd OCR Fragments
An OCR laden Bridgeport page presents scattered items across sections including state law changes, a criminal court docket, a map of a proposed job court, and assorted notes. The readable bits mention June actions, a defendant named Koen, and references to Washington and Fairfield County amid a jumble of unrelated lines.
Connecticut Election Forecast Looms in Senate Vote
Connecticut voters face a Senate choice among Hiram Bingham Hamilton Holt and Martin Plunkett as turnout is expected to dip below presidential levels. Local party leaders project a modest vote total with Holt seeking a plurality and both major parties framing the race as a test of organizational strength ahead of the national election.
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Soviet Threatens U S For Lawless Act Of Vessel
Soviet officials condemn a US vessel incident as unlawful and threaten retaliation. The dispute centers on enforcement actions in Arctic waters near Siberia and Bering Strait, with warnings the Soviet government may mirror a harsh response.
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Illuminating Co. Cuts Electric Rates Across Service Area
The Illuminating Company announces a broad rate reduction after modernizing its generation plants costing about 14 billion dollars. The new price lowers per kilowatt hour for all customers, with larger cuts for higher usage, and will stretch across New Haven and surrounding regions as the utility expands its service footprint.
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96 Fires On Heels Of Cold Spell In New York City
A chaotic period in New York City as a cold spell sparks a surge of fires across districts. The rough OCR text notes widespread blazes, evacuations, and emergency responses, with residents scrambling for warmth and safety amid the harsh conditions.
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Fireman Disciplined for Drinking Plea Reveals Leniency
A fireman disciplined for drinking faced a lenient board after pleading guilty. The incident prompted discussions on duty, with officials noting the need to uphold standards while considering circumstances. At a meeting, Gene Reped and Jonathon Datel, among others, addressed duties and departmental expectations.
Fleeced New Yorkers Posed as Col Harvey
A man posing as Colonel George Hire a former ambassador to Great Britain fleeced New Yorkers over weeks in stores and society circles. Police seek the impostor amid reports of insurance or bond schemes and other fraud. The piece notes Stoeckel's idea to be introduced in the legislature regarding motor vehicle property qualification.
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Salaries of Two City Officials Raised by Council
Council approved raises for two city officials amid debate over pay levels and fiscal impact. The decision followed discussion of responsibilities and budget constraints, with speculation on long term effects and potential precedent for future raises.
Connecticut Co Gets Injunction in Car Argument
A Connecticut company secures a court injunction amid a car dispute. The chaotic OCR text references names, dates, and unclear entities, but the core event is legal action halting or restraining activities related to an automobile argument and ownership.
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