Salary Increases Expand Budget of School Board
The school board approved a 589,000 budget increase for the coming fiscal year, funding regular pay raises for teachers and staff, and planning for cost of living adjustments. The board authorized advertising for bids on a capital project and discussed transportation implications for the new page ground work, noting older facilities and the need to maintain services during construction.
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Helen
Marion Sherman
Agnes
Miromy
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Mea
Leska Ponthion
Dorothy Beat
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Ciarte Te Watters
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Ward Ren
Wankoop Pein
Reed
America Proposes Soviet Treaty Presentation
The article discusses a proposed Soviet treaty with the United States, detailing foreign policy maneuvers and statements by government officials. It notes reservations and parliamentary responses, with references to Senate members and international pressure shaping the initiative.
First Methodist To Hold Watch Night Service
A local church plans a Watch Night event at First Methodist, inviting parishioners to begin the New Year with prayers and reflection. The notice mentions a gathering time and location, emphasizing community fellowship and spiritual renewal.
Release Denied in Indiana Murder Case
The habeas corpus petition involving former Klan influence in Indiana was denied after an appeal. The case concerns the murder of Miss Madgether Holtze and a transfer of the trial from Marion county to Harmiton counts court, with a noted change in venue and the paper’s role in reporting the proceedings.
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la Vrumpacker
Ku Klux Klan
Indiana
Marion County
Mexico Seeks New Oil Concessions Amid Confiscation Debate
In New York and Mexico City officials and oil executives debate retroactive legality of granting new concessions to foreign oil firms. Attendees at a producers meeting discuss potential compliance under new Mexican law, while U S authorities weigh confisca tion risks and possible arbitration routes.
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APY
Association of Producers of Petroount
Mexica
Culles
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Mexico
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Tion
Lower
Mexian Supreme Court
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Lips
Ins
American O.1
Ading
Wickett
Ehairman
Pan-American Petroleum and Transport Company
Harry F. Sincehr
Sinclair
Ut Corporation
Opera Hit Ends Ball Player’s Night
A chaotic scene unfolds as baseball players collide in a ninth inning mishap. The injured star is rushed to the hospital while teammates rally, and fans debate the dramatic moment that interrupted the game.
Ambassador Returns With Daughter's Body
A diplomatic envoy returned this week with the body of his daughter. Details are unclear due to damaged text. The report mentions medical issues and possible death from appendicitis during the voyage or after arrival, with reference to a Malteres or Madiv region and individuals named Peter Auman and Pant Whe.
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Ragnos Ate
Dee
Peter Auman
Navy Rejects Reform School Message to Enlistment
Commander Walter Be Decker at SEEWARW writes Recorder Joseph A. Curla of Atlantic City that the Navy is no reform school and will not enlist Dan Maloney, a belt boy, after three hearings for disorderly conduct. The commander argues youths must meet service standards or face jail terms.
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Navy
Walter Be Decker
Joseph A. Curla
Atlantic City
Fist Weelk
Deckers Tetter
Dan Maloney
Maloney
Japanese Prince Visits Coolidge in Washington D C
The Japanese prince Chichibu visited the White House with Ambassador Matsudaira and officials. He paid homage in the morning, laying wreaths at Mount Vernon and Arlington Cemetery on the tombs of George Washington and the Unknown Soldier. He received no special treatment due to the flu outbreak.
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Ambassidor Matsudaira
Japan
J Roder Wright
Baron Hatyashi
Yennee
Britain
Chichibu
George Washington
Mount Vernon
Arington Cemetery
Hundreds Enter Catalina Marathon Swim
Ray of New York Della Sullivan of Holyoke Valley Stair Sthram of Corona Del Monte, Mrs Lee Fournier of San Bernardino Cal Jean McKenzie of Carpenter start of the marathon. Oscar Reichson in charge of arrangements said more than a hundred entered and others arriving, scores would collapse after the first hours, necessitating picking them up in darkness if the start were late afternoon.
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New York
Della Sullivan
Tlolyoke
Hillside construction bids spark board dispute and awards
Pardy firm lands end wall contract for Hillside project with low bid of 173 dollars for the end wall. Plumbing and heating awarded to Schlinginger and Ladwlg, Inc. at 11,285 for gas piping metal work and roofing. Total estimates placed at 114,458 for additions and 35,000 welfare expenditure. Board approves the low bid despite late bids. several contractors listed among the bidders.
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Schlgtinger and Ladwlg, Inc
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Thorne
Two Chicago Men Will Hang Today
Chicago, Dec. 10 AP The two murderers Thomas McWane twenty and James Kictous twenty two face execution tomorrow morning in Cook County Jail. The Women's Station of Commerce of Chico and officers led by Cowles urged Governor Small for a reprieve but no reply had arrived by tonight.
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Thomas McWane
James Kictous
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Association
Small
Boulevard Board Seeks $50,000 Budget Increase
The board requests a total Park department budget of 256,084, led by a 310,000 payroll increase and 54,360 demanded next year. Regular items rise to 163,094 with notable street and park improvements across Seaside, Bewdsley, Blair Reel, Beechwood, and Black Rock. Other asks include new tennis courts, rehabilitation, land purchases, and equipment, plus 1,900 more baskets and band concessions funding.
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Blair Reel
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Beardsley Park Zoo
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Goulden Alone May Be Retired
A department examining sickness tested several officers including Detective Sergeant John Doyle and Patrolmen James Connery Robert Tait Edward F Carrell and motorcycle officers Charles Fitzzerald George Galvin and Patrick O'Brien. The examining doctor did not recommend definite action for most, noting they may be fit for pollen duty, while Lt. Alpheus Goulden of the Fourth Precinct, appointed July 11 1893, was the only officer favorably mentioned.
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George Galvin
Patrick O'Brien
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Al Smith Feted On 53rd Birthday In Albany
Personal friends and national supporters of Governor Alfred Smith gathered in Albany to celebrate his 53rd birthday and mark the fourth anniversary of his taking office. Congratulatory messages poured in from across the country, underscoring Smith's popularity in New York and beyond.
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Bridgeport Second on Accident List in 1925 Week
Bridgeport ranks second on the weekly automobile accident list as the state motor vehicle department reports totals for December 1925. The week ends with 25k dry accidents and several fatalities, compared to 409 incidents in Connecticut and 26 in New Haven. The report notes five fatalities this week vs last year’s higher toll.
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Wounded Treated After Nicaraguan Revolution Fight
Bluefields received 7L wounded Liberal and Conservative troops after a battle described as a Tibetan victory by the Diaz government. Many casualties, some dying on the beach at Las Perlas, with medical aid scarce as American doctors refused to assist. Diaz blamed miscommunication for the withdrawal, while Mexican support for Liberal insurgents drew diplomatic protests.
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Capital in Danger in Nicaragua War
Officials report the capital at risk as censorship tightens against Liberals. US support remains crucial, with financing and armament continuing to back Nicaragua’s sovereignty despite hostile actions and Wall Street pressures.
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Yale Alumni Debate Football Spirit and Management
An alumnus contends that Yale’s football season reveals divisions among alumni over control and funding. He critiques leadership, calls for broader involvement, and urges balance between sporting enthusiasm and prudent stewardship of resources.
Recreation Board Requests $35,944 Budget Increase
The Board of Recreation seeks a $35,944 appropriation for the new fiscal year starting April 1, up from $33,850 this year. Increases cover salaries, band concerts, Christmas, travel, supplies, and new tennis court supervision, with named allocations to Michael iassogna and related facilities.
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Michael Iassogna
Park Department
New Year Gaiety to Be Widespread in Bridgeport
Bridgeport rings in 1927 with New Year celebrations across churches theatres clubs and hotels. Midnight shows at Palace Cameo Park West End Hippodrome Strand while dances occur at Algonquin Brooklawn Highth District Republican club and several ballrooms. Prohibition enforcers cast a wary eye as residents attend candlelight services dinners and private parties across the city.
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State Street
Hibs Club
Brooklawn Country Club
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Capitol
Rival Promoters Both In Cells
Yesterday the court heard rival promoters in a case likened to a recent disposal but not as flagrant. Welch’s counsel urged he has seen the error of his ways and will not repeat the line of business. Judge Baldwin contrasted the case with parole violation and imposed a two month jail term for Welch and suspended sentences on other counts.
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Baldwin
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Wilch
Washington Park Church Plans Evening Service
Washington Park Methodist Episcopal church will hold a night service from nine to twelve with a 9 to 10 musical and literary program. The quartet and Mrs ively will sing Mina Marin Reck will recite and there will be vocal selections by Miss Viola Goulding. From ten to eleven a social hour with refreshments follows, then a devotional hour from eleven to twelve in charge of the pastor with Miss Gwendolyn Stepheng singing and Rev James leading the singing.
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Mrs. Fleck Improves After Major Operation at Bridgeport Hospital
Mrs. Fleck, prominent in city and state affairs, rests well after surgery at Bridgeport Hospital Wednesday. She led the Bridgeport Red Cross chapter membership drive last November and is wife of Dr Willard Fleck.
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Lewis 18 Named Dry Chief in New England
Deputy prohibition administrator Jonathan Covay was named assistant administrator for New England, taking charge of permits to succeed Robert Emerson who resigned. The announcement came from Washington as part of a Department of Justice reshuffle.
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Kenealy Attacks Phillips Letter Writing Method
Stamford December 30 Special Senator Matthew H. Kenealy responds to a letter from Mayor elect Alfred N. Phillips Jr asking whether the Republican convention is behind Joseph H. Provost in a suit against Harry A. Williams to block him from becoming city clerk. He criticizes the release of Phillips’s letter before he received it and says the Provost Williams dispute is legal, not political, to be decided properly by Connecticut courts.
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Alfred N. Phillips, Jr
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Harry A. Williams
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Connecticut
Mellon Proposes New Denaturant in Prohibition Debate
The report notes Secretary Mellon advocating denaturants to curb alcohol poisonings amid efforts to block bootleg supply. A special squad under Assistant Secretary Andrews targets smuggling from Rum Row and domestic stills. Wayne Wheeler warns enforcement must tighten to deter deaths from poisonous beverages, while the Anti-Saloon League argues for stronger laws and penalties.
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Andrews
W. H. Stayton
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Boy Plays With Gun Kills 15 In Tragic Incident
A boy found a gun beneath a mattress and a cartridge exploded while he handled it. The mother rushed for help as the boy lay unconscious. He was taken to St Vincent's hospital where he died. the bullet entered below the abdomen and exited the chest. The boy's father is a well known local music teacher.
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Tela
St. Vincent's Hospital
Persistent Hunter Arrested for License Violation
Lous Russo of 42 Summer Street was arrested this afternoon for hunting with a license and charged with game law violations. Deputy Warden Ferdinand Peterson detained him with his counsel Adelbert Skeet present. Russo previously faced February charges for license absence, ferret use, Sunday hunting, and out of season rabbits, leading to a 1927 license ban he disregarded by obtaining a new license and being caught hunting again.
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Summer Street
Adelbert Skeet
Ferdinand Peterson
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Nag
Norwalk Police Questioned Over Novak Liquor Raid Details
Norwalk officials led a high profile probe after raids at Novak’s establishment on Fort Place street. State chemist Harold Leavenworth reported liquor samples exceeding 45 percent alcohol by volume. Police testified they seized beer, a bottling machine, and two liquor bottles. Court adjourned as investigators sought to confirm house numbers and refresh memories.
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Harold T. Leavenworth
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William H. Com
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Henry C. Hermold
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Universalists Invite Community to Watch Night Service
A Watch Night service will be led by Rev. Charles Kramer at the First Universal Church tonight from 11:40 PM to midnight with candles. An 8:15 PM social program includes games, a debate on whether men are weaker, musical numbers by Calleze songs, and refreshments at 10 PM. all are welcome free of charge.
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Alice Harrat
Donalea W. Kramer
Wallace Boine
Dorothy Kramer Apman
Watna Thorndyke
Arthur Litchfield
Fred Ti. Grannis
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