Stamford Health Officer Nomination Sparks City Split
Stamford, Dec 17. John J. Arle, city health officer, backs Dr. Amos Wallace for full time health officer. The mayor named him, sparking council opposition to out-of-town appointment. Board of Health supports Wallace. several councilmen oppose, risking a deadlock at January meeting.
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Stamford
John J. Arle
M. D
Newth
Stanford Sinc
Alfred N. Philips
Ryle
Wallace
Board of Heatth
Amos Wallace
Harvard
Massachusetts Institute of ‘Technology
Des Moines
Salt Lakety
Egypt
France
Wal- Ynen
Berlin
AN. Philips
Met
Dr. Wallace
Pria Ps
Ttwag
Willarm FF. Joyer
Michael O'Hare
Board of Health
Common Council
Clement A. Futler
Weber
Richard Plumteyr
Voyle A. Paul
Phillps
Willacs
Joyer
O'Hare
Joseph Carpinelli
Edward J. Denning
Raymond ©. Hackett
F. W. Bartholomew
William JT. Gregory
State Regent to Visit Fairfield Council
Fairfield December 17 Special to The Telegram Tomorrow evening at St Thomas church parish hall St Monica Council Cathole Daughters of America will host one of its biggest yearly events Attendance is expected A guest list includes Willem Blake chaplain and pastor Rev Mr Kearney assistant pastor Mrs F J McNamara former regent and Mrs Ko Hul deputy Norwalk The event is run by Mrs William Finnagan with aides Mrs James Prescott and Mrs Smith
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F. J. McNamara
Ko Hul
Norwalk
Wiliam Finnagan
James Prescott
3. Smith
Palmer remains on Democratic Committee despite resignation
In Hartford on December 17, William A Brimstone Billy Palmer is still listed as a full term member of the Democratic State Committee. The disclosure notes Palmer’s 17th district is not among six vacancies to be filled at the State Central Committee meeting in New Haven on December 29.
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Wartford
William a.Brimstone
Billy Palmer
Ali
New Haven
Democratic Stata
Palmer
Alstrieta
Stata
Thas
New Enyon
Industries Must Prosper or Roads Mill Not Right
Frank Wright criticized local leaders at the University Club for neglecting New England industry and railroads. He warned that hydro electric and tidewater stations cut freight revenue, hurting roads, and urged a truce between auto trucks and railroads to curb costly competition and preserve industry.
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New England
Frank Wright
Coutey
Bridgeport Traffic Association
University Club
Wright
Tonnigeno
Connecticut Health Chief Calls for Medical Law Revisions
Hartford December 17 Connecticut Health Commissioner Stanley H Osborn announced that four times as many licenses will be revoked before the extraordinary grand jury completes its work as have already been revoked. He predicted at least 100 licenses will be canceled and urged tighter medical practice laws due to concerns over unqualified practitioners and mismatched diploma fees.
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Hartford
Connecticut
Hiealth
Stanley H. Osborn
Ucenses
Osborn
Eclectic Examining Board
State
Velectic Association
National Eclectic Association
Osbern
1Th Department
Deputy Baldwin Replaces County Jailer Keating
KEW TIAVEN Dec 17 County Sheriff Thomas L Reilly announced the appointment of Frank Baldwin as deputy jailer and clerk at New Stiven county Baldwin who had been clerk for the past four and a half years also the position of keeper held by Edward P Keating now vacated by New Haven county commissioners Saturday Short statement from Reilly indicated the appointment met county commissioners approval Bond of 140000 filed for him with the county treasurer After meeting with officials orders to cover other jail staff were filed these totaling 5000 for a clerk and 1000 for each employee Reilly said employees had not been bonded for 35 years Keating said he would attend a hearing to explain his position.
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Kew Tiaven
Thomas L. Reilly
Baldwin
Ehlet i
New Stiven
Kothaie
Widwin
Hin
Clul
Staller
Reiling
Keating
Recount Reverses New Fairfield Election Outcome
Special to the Telegram reports a court ordered recount in New Fairfield after ballots were reopened. Judge Kellogg ruled 118 votes valid and adjusted totals showing Treadwell elected over Waldron as first selectman, with amendments to other posts and salaries. The scene drew local residents to the town hall as the process unfolded.
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Fairfield
Dukte Juhn B. Kellogg
Sose
William H. Falronild
Marshal Treadwell
John Waldron
Wiewise
Treadwell
Waledron
Superiar Court
Waldron
Kelloge
Lough
First Selectman
Dunlel Jerow
Second Selectman
Henry Backer
John Marshal Freadwell
Jerow
Backer
Sainority Party
Demotradi
Withdran
Liena Yreadwell
Nin
New Fairfield
George M. Nevin
Thomas F. Keating
Danbury
Autoist Loses Bar In Smash On Greenwich Road
Dr William A Hillis narrowly escaped serious harm when his car collided with a buggy driven by Otto Vogler on the Greenwich road near the state police station. Both vehicles were damaged and Vogler was treated for minor injuries at Greens Hospital. Hillis escaped with slight injuries. Vogler remained with police for settlement of divorces, out of court.
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Greenwich Road
Gredpnwich
tSnecia
William A. Hillis
Otto Vorier
Hihalins
Vorier
Direondan
Tuiwe
Fairfield community notices and local court report
Fairfield Telegram items announce a rent road fire house meeting for January, Stratfield Chorus gathering at Jackman Avenue old school, and Greenfield range planning a Christmas party on December 27. In court, Mary Vareh and a co defendant faced charges, with Thomas Dremus fined $10 and costs for theft and motor vehicle offense, and additional sentencing details recorded.
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Orrow
Rent Road
Stratfield Community Chorus
Jackman Avenue
Tomorow
Plang
Greenfield Jrange
Pias
Ono
Lowcour
Mary Vareh
Thomas
Joseph Dremus
Yenava Oid
Tuixis Hi
Iin
Elwood
Sintey
Home brew makers fined in Fairfield
A Fairfield couple faced charges related to illegal home brewing. Velogrames frunk Charmiaiy, residing near Sai Mortar Rock, received a 14 month sentence after arraignment before Judge Clarence Ry Hall. His wife Macy was also charged and fined 260 dollars. Police conducted the arrest under Constable HW Fort Illwood on Saturday.
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Charmiaiy
Sai Mortar Rock
Clarence Ry Hall
Macy
Iie
Ft. Illwood
Harris to reopen suit to annul marriage
New York banker Harris through attorney Raymord W Alley announces plans to reopen garnishment for annulment of his marriage. Carruthers King, previously handling the case, was in Tennessee with depositions as Battle for Mrs Harris examined the client and moved for the court to direct the jury to answer in her favor.
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New York
Harris
The
National City Bank
Raymord W. Alley
Alley
Carruthers King
Jarris
Tennessee
Jook
Clive
Will
George Gordon Battle
Emingel
Mra. Harris
Women conscript in next war view by Mrs Cati
Mrs Cati voices support for women conscription in the next war at a Greenwiles Women’s Club meeting in Benwich. She argues modern conflicts demand larger forces while citing Napoleon and casualty estimates to press the case. The event, led by Mrs Jina Hart, included local society figures and was held with woman’s organizations.
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Benwich
Greenwiles Wome Club
Routier Wouen
Wiha Hart
Mies Goroine Ruuta-Reas
Loci Society
Speke
Milford sea captain Herbert Rose dies after illness
Milford funeral notice for Herbert M. Rose known as Captain Rose aged 84 a Milford resident for fifty four years. He ran Rose's Mill and served townspeople with care. A former schoolteacher and yachtsman he enjoyed sailing parties before shifting to motor recreation. Survived by his wife funeral Wednesday at George T Smith mortuary with burial at Milford cemetery.
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Herbert M. Rose
Rowe
Noth V Tiwnford Wat
Jags
Prac Holt Century
Eldes
Miterd
Ev Woodmont. He Wish First Congregational Efi
George T. Smith
Sam
Browid Street
Mitford Cemetery
Eight youths held on criminal assault charges
A chaotic report details eight youths aged about 16 to 18 held on criminal assault charges. Deputy Sheriff Googe Gree presented the case with representatives from the district attorney’s office confirming detention and pretrial processing.
Order Electric Co to Improve Service in Hartvotis Area
A city committee orders the electric company to upgrade reliability and restore standard service levels. Officials cite persistent outages and customer complaints across Hartvotis and surrounding districts, warning of further action if improvements are not implemented promptly.
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Order Electric CO
Theater electrician dies from shock in New Haven
A theater electrician, identified as Li Wily, died after suffering an electrical shock during work. He reportedly fell and was taken to a hospital, where he succumbed. The incident occurred in New Haven. the deceased was known to be associated with New York theater work.
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New Haven
Are
Noda
New York
Stratford Seizes Liquor In Smuggling Case
Stratford police and federal agents seized liquor from Buck and Peterson after a suspected offshore pickup. The men plead not guilty to transporting more than 100 cases of Scotch and claim the liquor was not smuggled. They were released on $100 bond each. The case proceeds in U S District Court at New Haven with custody in status marshal.
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Stratford, Bee
Harold Pederson
Oglum
Mortford
U.S
Buck
Peterson
Steneford
Stratford
Sccapanta
Lauer
Steaderd Pallor
Stamford Woman Dies of Burns From Oil Lamp
Stamford December 17 The aeloerem Charles Stewart 70 years old of Cushing Street Springdale burned to death by oil from a kerosene lamp in a part of the house His clothing caught fire The husband was in the backyard and cried out as the flames spread Mrs Stewart was taken to Stamford hospital but died in the surgeon’s care from severe burns and smoke inhalation
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Stamford
Charles Stewart
Cushing Street
Springdale
Abeco
Connor’s Name 70 Goes to Senate Postmaster Appointment
Bridgeport news reveals Arthur I. Connor nominated for postmaster as Mevrtht confirms the case. Fallout centers on Belgenort factions and a Washington maneuver to advance Connor’s confirmation amid abeyance.
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Connor
Senate
Port Chester Woman Dies in Greenwich
Mrs. Dwisghh mith, wife of Sir Daight Smith of Port Chester, Mc, died at the Pickwick Arms hotel last night after breaking her hip in October and gradual decline. She traveled with her husband and wintered in the South. Survived by husband and three nieces Mrs. Robert N. Rogera of Brooklyn, Mrs. Thomas McCarthy of Tokeneke Conn, and Mrs. Arthur Whiteside of Westport.
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Greenwich
Drew
Dwisghhmith
Daight Smith
Port Chester
Pickwick Arms Hotel
Tuberculosis Menace Grows in Porto Rico Report
Washington reports tuberculosis remains the island's major health menace. In the year ending June 30, 1940, 9.4 percent of residents were affected, up from 23 percent in prior years. Labour conditions and exports slumped, sugar output fell 124,000 tons, coffee declined, tobacco rose. External trade totals reached 104,1653 ten times earlier levels, with imports from the United States at 24,745,000 and exports to the U.S. at 27,007,000.
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Des
Porto Rico
Towner
Congress
Heath
Fawner
Fmnat
Jaguar
Ing
Porto Tlon
Darien Selectmen Face County License Refund Dispute
Special from Darien reports county license refunds delayed by Darien officials. State and county authorities fault the town for unpaid refunds, with First Selectman Willan Peaston claiming no knowledge. Residents question why refunds were not paid before a ten percent penalty, while Fairfield has paid a portion.
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Dee
Dechalon
Supreme ‘Court of Errors
Derien
Fairfield
First
Willan Peaston
Ifa
Noranee
Mark W. Movin
Bern
Wreck in Forsyth Names No Responsible Party
A Forsyth railroad wreck case leaves no party held liable. Evidence presented at the investigation week suggests defects at the crossing and carter reports, but no fault is assigned to any driver or company. Officials say no further inquiry is planned, with traffic to be monitored at the crossing.
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Terentia Cortury
New York Central
Doreser
Myvsticn
Allvisley
Mt Beg
Train Crew Denies Seeing Auto in Norwalk Crossing
In Norwalk an inquest into the auto death of Mrs. Robert W. Fuller at the Wilton Road crossing heard the engineer claim the train was five minutes late and traveling 30 miles per hour when the car struck. Conductor and fireman supported bell and whistle, while Medical Examiner Huntington cited a skull fracture as the cause of death. Coronor Phelan reserved a decision after testimonies.
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John J. Phelan
Robert W. Poller
Westwort
Wilton
Stwarday
City Hall
Samuel H. Huntington
Wian & Young
Lockwood Avenue
Stamford
Alcide J. Roberts
Schenck
Rughtef
Coronyr Phelan
Reckless Drivers Fined in Fairfield
Fairfield December 17. A $5 fine was imposed on Romeo J. Delis of 35 Bowton Avenue. Tydee Clarence BK Hay Town Court arraigned a taxi driver on a driving charge after an accident on Post Road near Santo Road. Mrs Hannah Lee Murnane of Norwalk testified Delis drove at speed and failed to stop. Arthur Haight of Bridgeport faced a driving charge resulting in his car being damaged and was fined $30.42.
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Speef the- Telegram
Remeo J. Delis
Bowton Avenue
Bri Ort
Tydee Clarence BK
Hay Town Court
Wittess
W. H. Gould
Dr Ug
Post Road
Santo
Mra
Hanna Lee Murnane
Norwalk
Arthur Haight
Bridgeport
Nagy
State
Hawea
Suits for Slander As He Weds Westport Teacher
Dr Joseph Sloman of Washington Street is attached for $5000 by Deputy Sheriff Edward B Coulons in favor of Nick Zakos. Zakos sues for slander over remarks said on November 22 about his physical condition. Case returns to district court on first Tuesday in January. attorney W E Burton for Zakos. Sloman wed Frances Springer yesterday, a Westport public school teacher.
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Norwalk
Joseph EH. Sioman
Washington Street
Edward B. Coulons
Nick Zakos
Sloman
Nick Godurns
Zakos
German asks loan for reparations in paper to Paris
Paris dispatch reports Germany seeking authority to pledge Reich resources to back reparations for 3 long, with sums around $90,000 and $79,000. Officials doubt German will to pay, citing widespread inability to meet food price demands. Reparations commission likely to weigh feasibility. debate centers on restoring finances and whether funds can be distributed freely.
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Paris
Associa Presa
Germany
Thority
Reich Oe
Gourt
Touls Barthou
Card party to be held for St Thomas Convent fund
Special to The Telegram reports a weekly card party to benefit St Thomas Convent fund set for Wednesday evening in the Parish hall of St Thomas Church. Proceeds go to the convent fund. event details appear uncertain due to OCR errors but the purpose is clear and community oriented.
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Pairfield
St .Thomas
St. Thomas
Ahureh
Barking Bite Sends Two to Emergency Loops
Adam Gunning of 399 Dindia Aventе and Alex Fredonfy of Center Street were treated at Emergency Loops last night after dog bites.
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Dindia Avente
Alex Fredonfy
Center Street
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