Funeral Services For Capt Curtis Held Today
Funeral services for Capt Curtis were held late afternoon at the family home 3 Main Street Stratford with Rev Chauncey C Kennedy and Tex Robert C Whitehead officiating. Burial followed at Union Cemetery Stratford with aid from Stratford police and local legal fraternities. Bearers included members of the Stratford American Legion and Fairfield Bar Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toy Miyotain
Howard W. Curtis
Supreme Coute Puasti¢N
Howard , Cay
Main Street
Stratford
Chauncey C. Kennedy
Christ Episcopal Church
Tex
Robert C. Whitehead
Stratford Congregations Church
Fy Union Cemeters
Stratefords
Andershins Post
Toh Cantal Curtis
Texion
Stratford Police
William TF Nichols
Cobreter
Doles
Fairfield Bar
Stratford American Lesson
Wellington Walkec
Jenry
Hirot F. Delacour
Edward Z. Barlow
C. Alien
Spanish Sisters Nabbed for Shoplifting by Police
Two Spanish and American women were arrested by Detective Strsear John Seery on shoplifting charges at a street store in Atord. Maria & Prelier, 28, and Mary Pogie, 42, were found with alleged stolen stockings and notions. Ball, 90, and Clara Trouser, 19, were also fined in city court for related offenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strsear John Seery
Atord
Maria & Prelier
Mary Pogie
Ball
Clara Trouser
Main Street
Ice storm disrupts Bridgeport trolley service and windows
Ice storms halted suburban trolley lines from Bridgeport to the outskirts as lines froze, wires snapped, and glass shattered. Crews battled falling ice that pounded cars, with a conductor narrowly escaping injury from a winded window, while trees and poles bore the brunt of the damage.
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Bridgeport
Thirty Attend Dance Given by the Lyrfords
About 30 persons gathered at the Black Siege Country Club for a dinner and dance in honor of their son. Guests included Miss Dorothy Whiting, Miss Grace Hooper, Miss Marion Pickards, Miss Morton Conley, and several others. the evening featured dancing, supper, and social merriment into the late hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred TM. Lyford
Blackfiege Country Club
Bimnore Lyford
Pollew
Cangins
Dorothy Whiting
Thehml Nox
Grace Hooper
Marlon Pickards
Morton Conley Mina Betty Mhodra
Mise
Dan McCle
Mary Staples
Gort Breul
Marjorie Jacobs
Isaael Dickson
Dorothy Martell
M Dorothy Storrs
Gegilt
Robert Whitney
Sore Darey Dinos
Ward
Parish Church Party Sparks Youth Involvement Night
A parish hall event hosted by the church union attracted women and boys from the parish last night. The gathering featured a luncheon, a Christmas party plan, and a schedule of activities led by local leaders and volunteers.
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ALL Boys OF Parish
Equity Swit Is Now Discontinued And Settlement Discussed
The document discusses allegations against multiple directors and corporate defendants over twenty years of actions and investments. It notes mismanagement, potential personal profit, and suggests the case may be settled rather than pursued to trial. Legal figures Arthur Bereison and Gerhard Boren are cited among counsel for complainants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Abeges
curtAy Lo
Sherman
Sui AM
Rego
New York, Lewtheven
Rysgaruel
Dtler
Ick
Milrowd
Syavos
Ah Telas
Team
Minder
Suena Nequist
Steat Gay
Magn
Rubsequest
Busi
Transadlious
Thoresaid
Court of Last Resort
Ins Vestmentors
Glendine
Nea
Yeis
Lurether
Ike
Ik Wom
Arthaur Bereison
Ir. Gerhard Borenan I.ancis P.ion
Veynsel
Missing Yeoman’s Ship Seizes Local Boys in WV
Several local boys are reported missing from the Yeoman’s ship Suiterles, which carried Bridgeport Institute’s $72,000 payroll on a planned tour to South America. Search efforts are led by Sattertee crews. reports detail a disrupted crew and holiday delays as authorities pursue the vessel waters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bi Myers
Suiterles
Bridgeport
South America
Myer
Sators
Sattertee
Kilborne Family Delights Audience With Musical Program
The Kilborne family, a trio with a youngest member of 11, entertained 440 attendees at a church event in Washington. The program featured instrumental solos and vocal pieces, highlighting varied musical talents. The family, arriving from New York for the occasion, drew appreciation from the engaged audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilbornee
Rather
Gnather
Waanington
New York
Relief fund increase noted by church children
The Armenians and the CRS of Warone plus ward Tina for more than usual Christians, with Randay school alt Washing ruin ork M. Mure heyy CaO se total S28N- tae vet Iirepen Sufferers, while the Hope group contributed a Catal ue $840. The Burapears reveal work, with observers noting community aid and church efforts amid hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armenans
Warone
Randay School
Ork
M. Mure Heyy Cao
Athens Banker Declines to Resign Directorship
A prominent Athens banker refuses to resign from a company board, amid a public safety item noted as a concern. The record references ongoing regulatory scrutiny and a tense governance question surrounding the director’s tenure.
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Athens
Vote Committees To Collect Fund For Irish Relief
A meeting outlines plans to form committees for fundraising to aid Irish relief. Applications for membership are welcomed, with 25 inquiries reported and voting to occur at a future session. Officers will be appointed at the next January gathering, with a social event planned after.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beeland Des Vast
Tom
O'Neill
Friends of Irish Freedom
Ireland
Friends of Irish
Miss MacSwiney Defends Ireland in New Haven Speech
Miss Anns MacSwiney spoke to an enthusiastic audience of over 200 in New Haven about Ireland not opposing Great Britain, rejecting any governance without consent. The event featured a Bridgeport contingent with bagpipes and a burnished banner, drawing strong public applause.
Coal Mine Union Backs Plan Under Wage Scale
Slayleton Pennsylvania Dee Ghose states union seeks cooperative program with operators to adjust inequality under wage scale. Subcommittee works to base retirement and wage adjustments on a joint plan. Operators reject miners demands for about 1s percent increase and a minimum day rate. committee scene remains unresolved.
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Coal Mine Union
Dee
Ghose
Asaeriud Rheagneds
Apirgete
Aelinn
Uncle Joe Cannon Longest in House
Fragmentary OCR notes recount Uncle Joe Cannon’s long tenure in Congress, noting a 44-year service period with mentions of milestones and a possible 23-term record. The garbled text references a House tenure, eviction or end to service, and a dorm speaker role, with scattered names and dates.
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Uncle Joe Cannon
Morgan Charges Up to the Court
Fragmented transcript shows Morgan facing questions on testimony and alleged deals with Wade's side. Attorneys deny improper agreements with state prosecutors and call for Judge Hinman to review Morgan's statements as coverage notes weigh in on trial expectations.
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Morgan
Willy
Isedor
Morgan Gulds
Liu
Goring
Bayer
Mra
Nott
Tolnaian
Savoa
ML Morgan
Sraremiodh Aihaugiv Jy Sirenedlaly
Homer Cummings
Washington
Margin
Baru Garke
Nese Cu‘tor
Dridgepor
Hinman
Gurlie
Init Buite
Emeni Lerause
Alleged Slayers Of Jeweler Held In Robbery Case
Two men and two women accused in a December jewelry store heist on Fifth Avenue fled with gems worth about 100000. The bandits confronted two salesmen, tied and gagged them, and fled as shoppers crowded nearby. A bank robbery in Mill Town, Minnesota, also cited with chases, captures, and later confessions tied to Philadelphia gang activity. Authorities report links to other sensational robberies and fugitive histories across states.
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Sireet
Broadway
Txieny
Fifth Avenue
Civistmas
Andegws
Andrews Way
Anvatzampe
Fig Jersay
Taigan
Phildelphia
House of Correction
New Jersey backs single police bureau for national protection
In a statewide move Governor Edwarde urged unifying law enforcement to boost efficiency amid rising crime. Police officials from Newark and surrounding counties pushed for a centralized bureau to coordinate nationwide security efforts and curb illicit activity.
Weather Outlook For New York Area This Week
Weather forecasts show windy conditions and varied temperatures across New York and surrounding regions. Forecasters warn of brisk winds and unsettled skies through midweek with potential shower activity on Wednesday. Residents should expect cooler nights and milder daytime temperatures as a ridge passes.
Woman Dramas at Store Leave Minute Theft Report
A woman exits a shop for a minute as a register is rifled and cash is stolen. Local witnesses describe a hurried scene with an unknown male lingering, while police investigate the brief burglary and review surveillance for a possible suspect.
Sheriff Blakeman Resigns Position On Account of Age
Longtime sheriff Blakeman steps down after decades of service in Connecticut. He will retire after the short calendar session, noting faithful work in Bridgeport and the department, with Deputy Blakeman having held roles under Hawley and Pease.
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Blakeman
Col
Bulan
eVaon
Simeon
Ida Tong
Pleus
Gours
Sherit Tinkepian
Ty Yeerss
Hal Lens Tay
Muntington
Ah Huntington
Sears
Mietington
Ami
Jns
Chie
Sherif
Sheritf Cras
Sherit Blakermann
Sine
Gherift . Hawley
Ingl Sis
Simeon Pease
Court of Common Pleas
Bridgeport
Sheri Hawdy
United States
Marshall Cor
Pease
Jada
Rand
Canneaicut
Wart Shire
Corsdelius Aly
Qerabey
Mre
Coram
Ingtun
Labereutoals Hospital
Ghiiceman
Rome
Italy under threat: DAnnunzio era of fear and revolt
A garbled dispatch depicts Italy facing a crisis linked to DAnnunzio and royal troops. It references attacks on legions, orders to fire on resisting forces, blockades around Miamip, and wartime rhetoric about ending a fratricidal war. Casualties and wounded numbers are noted amid calls for decisive action.
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Cron
Fred
Terracke
Darunela
Alte
Forestmen
Venice
Moving Light Mystery At Night Street Scene
Local report hints at a missing light during a nocturnal event. Residents recall a Talloor style passive eye device and a Vator linkage while parade banners and signs mixed with street activity.
New England Railroads Urged to Form Single Group
Expert Cunningham testifies that New England railroads should be organized as one group within the parent Canada and US lines. He argues inclusion of Boston and Albany, Grand Trunk, and Central New England would boost freight earnings. cites shorter local hauls and higher costs on trunk lines. The session centered on wage costs and routing east of the Hudson.
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Washington
Cunningham
Cakrisner
Cody
Belisean
Hadgon River
Ste Cunningham
Miy
Win
Grand Trunk
Lew England
Canada
New England
New York
Lew Haven
Hartford
Boston
Albany
Hudson
Probe Disclosures On Cement Price Agreement In Hearings
Subpoenaed witnesses and Samuel Untermyer counseled examination revealed a cement price agreement. Witnesses testified prices quadrupled since 1914 and rose about fifty percent in the year, with Portland Cement Association members quoting uniform prices. Books and records requests were discussed, including a $129,000 1949 contribution by Allag Port-Wind Cement Co. president John R. Morin.
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Samuel Fitermyer
Fitermyer
Portjaind Cement Association
Taro
Syore
Untermyer
Booka
John R. Morin
Allag Port- Wind Cement Company
Association
Install New Officers of A O H Next Sunday
The order will reinstall recently elected officers at a special Sunday meeting at 2 o clock in the Tibernian hall. A class of 50 candidates will receive degrees, with a degree team led by Captain aid nude speesl patios. State and county officers will attend to witness the degree, followed by a social session and refreshments.
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A. O
Oelock
Thibernian Lab
Capi
Obituary notices for Mies Elizabeth and others in city services
Funeral and funeral home notices recall Mies Elizabeth M. in Tor Eligabeth Surr and Patrick aders, with services at Hiwles Wilmot Chapel on Lavagella Street. Other obituaries list residents of Stepney, Providence, and Park, detailing burial sites, church affiliations, and family survivors amid a series of memorials and funeral rites.
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Mies
Oator
Roy
Paul Bh. Edwardss
Ohi
Ural
Stepney
Mary Murlaney
Ales Madtvcey
Gr. Malatey
Max. Wilt James
Bima
Ie Khawn
Tosats Weses
Mente
Beth Meliemew
Ehunle
Stlehivet Saupe
Providenge
Henjonly
Aglernn Annas Oe
Indan
Visine
Tirmeber
Bueklee
John Reed
Reiley Nurrther
Teuton Communist Remarks At A Paris Meeting
A Teuton Communist spoke in Paris arguing revolutions need not rely on force, noting past barricades impeded change. Frossard backed participation in elections while using parliament to condemn the system, and the group pledged continued involvement despite Moscow influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rheims
Kiev
Moscow
Madama Zetki
Prontier
Frossard
M. Frossard
Lenine
Dry Cleanup Surprises Hurley Papermen
A crowd on Silver street watched a surprise liquor raid in Hurley without violence. Agents, aided by streetcars and horses, seized liquor from saloons and hauled it away to chording, while townsfolk observed the Magic March and the operation concluded with a small quantity of contraband recovered.
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Leo
Tas
Silver Street
Pere
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