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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1924

Page

2

Teachers Salary Increases Studied On Board Data

Bridgeport may raise teachers salaries as the Board of Education weighs data from other cities. Wynkoop urges 10 percent minimum and maximum raises, while the board gathers more figures and waits for budget decisions next year. No final decision reached. conference attendees note possible increases in elementary and secondary pay.

Tas Jo To Wan Board of Education Winkoop Wis Adie R. Loewith Mra Emer Ho iWavens Daniel Flavens Tlavens Nec Wenkeop Tava Conmputera Ana Marriv Johnsaan Willan F Martin Wid John G Stevens Penne T. Crass Mra Sailer Toewith

Proposal to develop 18 hole golf course and town farm land

Borough committee contemplates acquiring 1.68 acres plus 16 acres, plans a security beacon at Briarford Avenue near Kossard Street, and approves a related resolution. Finance and tax matters include abatement petitions, damage payments, and street lamp and sewer line adjustments in multiple districts.

Wong Briatford Avenue Kossard Street George Fo Hull Willam P. Hopkins Ore Sd John A. Cornell Us Publ Hevigeys Bavny Street Howard Svenar Ordinanes Committee Sears Board of Epee Ecole Tus Delbott Eherman Muver Uitter Toepsig Aderman Te Ewariston Tie State Street Park Yen Norrin Street

Obituary notices from Bridgeport area deaths and services

Multiple obituaries and funeral notices from Bridgeport and nearby areas detail the deaths of Frederick J. Seyfert 34, Filecila Darminio, Katherine Mulford Egan seven months, Hannah E. Underhill, Johanna Engler, Mary A. Kenney, John Kenworthy 39, Daniel Trick, Sarah Gray Daniele 54, Christian Hisenhain, and other residents. Services occur at homes and churches with varied burial sites including Lakeview, St. Michael's, Mountain Grove, Park, and Pawtucket cemeteries. Surviving relatives include spouses children and siblings. several are noted in connection to local firms or lodges. Funeral dates span Saturday through next-day services with mass and deacon assistance reported.

Frederick J. Seyfert Middletown Newfeld Avenue Lakeview Seyfrt Ben Bridgeport Re Department Julia M. Seyfert Muriel Freerick Eugene Seyfert Henry E Mary A. Kenney John Kenney James Street South End R Emoval Ashe Naomi Lodge Shepherds of Bethlehem Sadie Kenney Charles Schneider Anna Logee Patrick Merry Elizabeth Merry St. Augustine’s Church S J. Michael's Cemetery Sarah Gray Daniele Frederick H. Daniels Joseph F. Rose Star of Charity Lodge Mary Christy Wheelercirele Joseph Minto David Jessie M. Daniels Fr'd H Harry Pantels Bishop's O. Marshall M. FE Park Cemetery

Court fixes priority of mortgages on Stratford property

Acting Justice John W. Banks in a Supreme Court decision in Lomag and Nettleton Co. v Herman Isaacs and nine co-defendants held priorities of a series of mortgages given on Stratford property by Olaf Christensen and Morris Krentzman of Bridgeport. The Superior Court had reinstated Beach and Beach mortgages. Isaacs appealed. The judge set aside part of the lower judgment and remanded to reinstate the plaintiff company’s mortgage upon payment of sums advanced, while reinstating the Hooth mortgage as valid. Isaacs’s mortgage rights remain unprejudiced.

Stratford Olaf Christens Morris Krentzman Bridgeport John W. Banks Supreme Court Lomag and Nettleton Company Herman Isaacs Samuel W Frances E. Beach Trumbull

Boy Killed Under Truck Damages Denied by Court

In Greenwich, J Tracey Worden sues Stamford resident Robert N Anthony for the death of his 16 year old son Debpain D Worden who rode on a coal truck July 9 1923. The Supreme Court of Errors sustains a jury verdict for the defendant after an appeal. the case centers on negligence and liability with the driver’s lack of knowledge cited.

J. Tracey Worden Greenwich Robert N. Anthony Stamford Supreme Court of Errors Howard J. Curtis Worden Debpain D. Worden Anthony Jude Arthur F. Ells Superior Court Curtis Ittiganta

Improvements in Machinery May Be Unpatentable Ruling

Connecticut's industry hinges on clear patentability rules says Chief Justice Wheeler in a Superior court memorandum. The decision in Volk vs Volk Manufacturing outlines when an improvement on machinery qualifies, stressing new principles or modes of operation and the context of the transfer. Volk was awarded royalties of 2406.46, and the ruling upheld the judgment against Volk Manufacturing now Bantam.

Connecticut Tts George W. Wheeler Supreme Court of Errors Jualien Wheeler Justice Wheeler Ais Joseph A. Volk, Jr Norwalk Volk Manufacturing Company Woestport Bantam

Recreation Board Seeks $34 000 for 1925 Program

The city recreation board approved a tentative 1925 budget near 41 200 with minor changes pending. Plans include funding a municipal Christmas celebration similar to last year with illumination of trees underwritten by the Manufacturers' Association and private donors.

Board of Recreation Robert A. Leckie He Manufacturers’ Association

Creditors Decide on Metal Co Offer in Bankruptcy

In Bridgeport Iron and Metal case Judge John Keogh to rule on 15 percent settlement offer after disputes over acceptance totals. Court previously rejected 15 percent plan, then granted reconsideration. Company officers to be examined. audit firm Dun confirms liabilities of $279,000 though books show $191,206.

Bridgeport Iron and Metal Company John Keogh Keogh Porm Rencurmine Dun Campany

Samuel Gompers Funeral Planned for Thursday

Samuel Gompers funeral arranged for Thursday at Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Tarrytown N Y with Governor Smith and Mayor Nylan among honorary pallbearers. Frayne said body arrives Wednesday by Baltimore & Ohio from Washington. police escort and state guards to clear the way. Voters and labor leaders will honor Gompers in a 24 hour lying in state at the Elks Club before services led by Rabbi Wise ending with Masonic rites.

New York Hugh Frayne Samuel Gompera Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Tarrytown N. Y Frayne Frank Morrson American Federation of Labor Alfred E. Smith Jean F. Nylan Lst Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Washington Army Navy State Guard Elks' Club West Forty-Third Street Gompers Stephen D. C Vincenne Ind Associated = Press America Samuel Gompers Tiaois Indiana Ohio Vlora

City Hall Seeks Santa Claus for Christmas Party

City Hall officials and department representatives met with City Clerk Alfred W. Burdick to plan the Christmas party in the Common Council chamber on Tuesday December 23. The event will include a Christmas tree refreshments a grab bag and an entertainment with music. A Santa Claus is to be chosen at a later meeting next Monday at 4 o clock.

City Hall Alfred W. Burdick Common Council Santa Claus

Bridgeport Campaign Sees Rhetoric Overvotes and Unity Calls

Republican and Democratic leaders in Bridgeport forecast a high turnout for a local election with Holt favored by eight to ten thousand in a 204000 total vote. Alfred W. Burdick and John J. McInness push mobilization while tensions with Coolidge supporters linger before tomorrow’s polls.

Mr. Holt Bridgeport Alfred W. Burdick Colonel Tingham John J. Mctiuinness Hamiton Hall Gald Cassidhe Polla Burdick Iinetrm Ttolomel Fing Aenutal Walle Governo Palmfield County Areh Xshayter Merritt Republican Leadera Oa Republican Party Coolidge Val Owilk John T. King

Harvey impostor used Colonel Harvey name in suit case

A suit in Sixth District Municipal Court by Harry Voight against an impersonator using Col. Harvey’s name led to discovery of a fakir posing as the Metropolitan Club patron. Voight said the phon y, who befriended a wealthy woman and obtained a $1600 loan plus two diamond rings, was exposed after Harvey denied any relation and joined other victims in tracking the fraud.

Sixth District Harry Voight Voight Metropolitan Club Colonel Harvey Henry P. Downs Walington Harvey Metropoltan Club Downs Col. Harvey Cam

Bridgeport Groups and Lodges Listed at Local Addresses

A fragmented list shows Bridgeport based organizations including Purity Shrine White Shrine of Jerusalem and Bridgeport Rifle Club with various street addresses such as 1125 Main, 1087 Broad, 1250 Main and 872 State. Entries reference Masons Shriners and other fraternal bodies along with a pharmacy ad for Bromo Quinine headache remedy.

Bridgeport Council, Jr. O. U. A. M Cannan Street Purity Shrine Jerusalem Main Street Bridgeport Rifle State Armory Konchaptanauh Tribe Main Mithia Lodgr Manatreet Calanthe Temple Dpythian Sistirs Pequannock Ioden Broad Street Carpenters and Joiners Em Street Utah State Street Seaside Hive Ladies of the Maccabres Arch Street Hridgeport United Ameren Cannon Ste T Temple Binarsrael Park Avenue Americus Tent Knights of the Micedbees Ivy Grove Woodien Barbers Rpairtect Avenue Almaham Lodge van Maly Street Victor A Georg Stratford Avenue Bidgeport de. Bolas Museann ‘Beanote Catherine of Gaiety Post Anerony Dramwark Lodge East Malisiver

Common Pleas Court Session Focuses On Sentencing

The Common Pleas Court held a session today devoted to sentencing prisoners who have appealed. The jury for the term will not report until tomorrow.

Common Pleas Court

Unable to parse plea change on court date noted

A fragmented note indicates intent to plead guilty and forego a new trial except for bankruptcy, with新 courts to convene today due to a special senatorial election.

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Wynkoop Bridget Drew Placca Mountain Grove Street Dermis Maerstein Grove Street Alderman Joh Po Borne Bealy Pike Filecia Dariminio Filecila Darminio Pasquale Pugila Madiaun Holy Rosary Church T. J. Sullivan Tex. Tocca Guerrero Ag Deteon P. R. Quinlan quo-Jeacon Surial St. Michael's Cemetery Katherine Mulford Egan Rose Mulford Brophy Alfred I, Egan Wade Street Burtla Hoonah KF King Underhill Hannah E. Kling Underhill George E. Underhil Wells Street Charles Kramer The Universalist Church Bountain Grove Cemetery Johanna Engler Julius Engler Chaml F. W. Elevh St. Pauls John Kenworthy East Main Street Alpha Circle Brotherhood of America Daniel Trick Second Baptist Church Rurns Sara Gray Daniels Christian Livenmann Christian Hisen Iin Iasenmann Baking Company St. Petersburg Fla Funert Pictors Theherum Heaphv Lakeview Cemetery Wise Tiffenmann Frank Gilpatrick Ruth Gilpatrick Humboldt Stamm Tie Schwaben Sick Benefit Society Othe Germania and Schwabbianer Maennerchor Eugene Gleeson Lesson Gefarmer Revereof Sun Tay Maur Charlotte Amy Monica Peter Aupistine Mary Kovare Kovacs Paul Twood Avende Watffeld Manlock Won Aeock St Stephen's Church Tintrad Mountain Hove Alfred Guyott Alid Guyot Howe New Haiven Walker Ani Seng Rose Street New Wisen Aeleek St Jean’s Church Pawtucket R. I Banks Recreation Board Metal CO Smith Hylan FB. W. Grove BAYER Aspirin Lumbago Baye Christmas Savings Club City Savings Bank
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