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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1923
Page
2
Stamford reports Homer S Cummings may enter the presidential race under advisement after a dinner honoring him. Speakers like Howard Yeomans and J Spellacy praised his integrity and leadership, urging his candidacy amid national Democratic support.
A special meeting of the Democratic State Central Committee was called for December at 12:80 a m at the Hotel Gard to fill nine vacancies caused by deaths and resignations. Members include Mrs Pheress Malanan Torrington Mrs Eleghelt Geoper Miss Mary Turbis Middletown William J Madden Bristol Miss Mary FE O'Donnell Meriden John S Stanley New Haven. Secretary Lynch said the sole purpose is to fill these vacancies with no other business planned. The next spring session is expected in March.
In Los Angeles on December night, William Gibbs McAdoo the war time director of the American Federation formally announced his candidacy for the Democratic presidential nomination in a telegram to W W Howes Democratic State Chairman Pierre South Dakota. The formal acceptance is already en route to figures and the public notice outlines his entry into the race.
The South Dakota Supreme Court upheld removing a Republican minority candidate filing and barred Hiram Johnson from the Republican minority column. Senator Johnson of California will be listed on the independent ballot in the state primary, with confidence a GOP delegation shift to Cleveland is anticipated.
A lengthy report notes both sides fighting throughout the day for control of a key position near Vera, as Obregonist troops and rebel forces exchange volleys. Details remain unclear, with reinforcements reportedly dispatched and little confirmed about casualties or exact location.
The Chamber of Commerce held a round table on city improvements led by Crawford and Brennan, proposing surveys of railroad and harbor facilities, new sidewalks to the east entrance, widened Water Street, and lighting upgrades. Plans also include relocating trolley facilities, removing the McElroy building, and traffic light adjustments pending the illumination firm.
The 1923 year is hailed as highly successful for the Thridgeport Chamber of Commerce with improvements from several committees. Notable gains include advice and plans to build 14 miles of permanent highways to Bridgenor, state highway department cooperation, and promises of spenditure for permanent paving and maintenance of the Beaton Front road.
Washington announces A W Grose named assistant to the secretary of the treasury to advise on tax questions with the aim of expediting decisions. Grose has chaired the Appeals and Review committee in the Bureau of Internal Revenue. Bridgeport department store executives report Christmas business surpassing all prior years, with post-Christmas Saturday sales strong.
The Fairfield County Disvival association, historic in the US, met at St. John's church as modernists and fundamentalists debated. Rev Kenneth Mackenzie of Westport argued psychology’s role in religion while outlining six modernist stands denying fixed facts and traditional prophecies.
The United Luminating company directors vote a half cent per kilowatt hour reduction for lighting only customers. The new rate matches pre war prices, effective immediately, while power users keep lower gate. The change follows higher demand and improved facilities. Connecticut Light and Power expansion nearby was not a factor.
Modernists in the Episcopal Church vow to resist any move to remove them from membership. Rev. Dr. Stuart Tyson, honorary vicar of St John the Divine Cathedral, warned after addressing a club about the religious controversy between fundamentalists and modernists. He cited doubts about the immaculate conception and Matthew authorship, insisting the church should uphold Catholic tradition amid tensions with fundamentalists and the New York diocese.
Stamford police arrest OʼBrien of Willow Street on charges of possession and sale of liquor, claiming he headed a bootleg ring linked to a federal conspiracy case. Warrant issued by Stamford City Court, bonds set at 1000 dollars, raid conducted from his home cellar near the prosecutor’s residence.
Hartford lawyer Benedict Holden spent a day in Washington urging President Coolidge and Senators McLean Brandegee to block Arthur Connor's appointment as Bridgeport postmaster. Holden claims Connecticut senators defer to the congressman, while a Bridgeport lawyers group pressures a local attorney to challenge Connor. The report notes Holden’s meeting with Assistant Postmaster General Bartlett and references continued coverage on Page 19.
Superintendent Angus P Thorne reassured Fairfield County social agencies that the city will re establish the Local Aid Bureau of the Charities Department on its former basis. It will provide counsel to those with worthy cases who cannot afford a lawyer, outside criminal jurisdiction, under supervision of a Bar committee. Judge Boardman authorized action to seek the Bridgeport Bar Association’s names. The meeting highlighted the urgent need for free legal service for the poor with several attorneys in attendance.
An astonished bystander summoned an ambulance after James Renner reportedly fell from a sofa and was aided by Dr Margulis at an emergency hospital. The incident, witnessed from St Howard Place, involved an unknown person triggering the call and left Renner with a minor forehead abrasion.
Local government debates salaries with City Attorney at 7500 dollars and assistants receiving 5000, street and bridge superintendents getting small raises, while a major highway and public works push is noted. Residents hear of tax and service changes as councils discuss succession and fiscal plans.
Mayor Behrens seeks bond authorization of $450000 while aldermen approve six salary hikes totaling $8120 yearly for city officials and staff. Officials gain raises from 4000 to 7300 for city attorney and 2500 to 5000 for assistant city attorney. Raises for streets and bridges chiefs, clerk Paul D'elia, and Catherine Brady also approved. Hartnett's successor named later. Hogan opposes.
Bridgeport banks announced a reduction in savings deposit interest from 4.5 to 4 percent, effective January 2, with 4.5 percent paid through January. Major banks including First National, City National, Bridgeport Trust, American Bank and Trust, and others stated all savings accounts will earn 4 percent from the new year, semi annual on payment dates. They described the move as conservative and aligned with national trend, noting 4 percent has long been treated as the normal rate amid changing conditions.
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