National Chaplain of K C to Speak Here
Monsignor Patrick J McGivney national chaplain of the Knights of Columbus will preside at the meeting in the Knights of Columbus hall Monday night at 8 15. Rt Rev John G Murray auxiliary bishop of Hartford will speak on What I Saw in Europe after a three month European tour. Bishop Murray former pastor of St Patrick Church Hartford and Louvain University graduate delivers a forceful oration.
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Patrick J McGivney
Knights of Columbus
Wien
John G. Murray
Hartford
Murray
Europe
St Patrick A
Louvain University
President Eberts Nephew Deported as Stowaway
Willie Ebert claimed kinship to Germanys president as he and August Kinenhofer were found stowed in the coal bunkers of the Norwegian freighter Talisman at Boston on January 21. They had eaten nothing for two days and wore worn clothes. Ebert said he aimed to earn passage to return home and seek fortune. Dr Otto Woaldefelt, German ambassador, aboard said he might revive ties to Germanys iron and steel industries.
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New York
Willie Ebert
Ime
Ebert
Germany
Albert Ballin
August Kinenhofer
Bosd
Talisman
Hamburg
Otto Woaldefelt
United States
Iron and Steel Industries
Elope Couple Weds In New York Church Ceremony
Milas Cotright daughter of Louis Cotright of Fairfield and Kenneth Thachwray, son of Joseph Thachwray's family, wed at The Little Church Around the Corner in New York on January 28. They boarded a late afternoon train, married, and returned home the same day, planning a welding trip and a future home in this city. Rev. William S. Philips officiated with Mrs Ella Muir and Dorothy Muir in attendance. The bride is a Norwich High School graduate and employee of Smith Murray Co. Thachwray attended University School and served in World War I.
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New York City
Milas
Marie Touwe Cotright
Louis Cortright
Plum Street
Fairfield
Kenneth MacLeod Thachwritton
Joseph [ Thachwrig
Park Avenas
Fairfield News
New York
Ella Muir
Dorothy Muir
Ulmhurst NY
William S. Philips
Shoes of suede headline from resort fashion notes
From fashionable southern resorts comes word that shoes of suede match the delicate pastel tones of the costume.
Millionaire Major to Hawaii for General Staff Duty
Boston reports confirm Major George Patten, dubbed the United States Army’s Millionaire Major, is ordered to Honolulu General Headquarters. He will close Beverly estate, pack his wardrobe, and arrange shipment of motor cars and polo ponies to Hawaii as fellow officers at First Corps Army Base in South Boston comment wryly.
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Boston
George Patten
United States Army
Orddere Todly
General Start
Honolulu
Beverly
Hawaii
General Staff
First Corps
South
Unusual Wear on Pavements From Ice and Snow
Director of Public Works A J W Northey reports heavy truck travel on ice coated streets has caused extensive damage to macadam and wood block pavements. He urges more funds for repairs this fiscal year, noting ruts from ice layers and sinking wheels. He has saved funds used for Middle and Wall streets in 1924 but expects no similar surplus this year.
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Directo of Public Works
J W Northey
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Doctor Surrenders Fugitive After 18 Months On Run
Dr Huron Bosson of Charlotte Michigan surrendered at Brighton Police Station announcing an end to his 18 month fugitiv e flight. He was wanted for malpractice in Charlotte and has been working in hospitals nationwide. He appeared at Brighton court and was held on $2000 bond until Saturday.
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Huron 8Osson
Charlotte
Mich
Brighton
Brighton Court
Fairfield Park Bill Puzzle 10 Town Officers Parade
Town officials at the town hall voiced surprise as townspeople and the Republican Town Committee urged a special act in this session to empower a park commission, purchase or gift parks, and maintain them. Selectman Barr cited Chapter 384 of the Public Acts 1928, which grants these powers except for a five member self perpetuating commission named by the act. Probate report shows Judge Wakeman handled 40 estates in 1924, totaling $225,000. A permit was issued to add a $3,000 frame barn extension on Beach Road owned by Emily and Susan Porter to convert space into a tea room. the academy building was rented to Fairfield Historical Society and DAR group. Pioneer Automobile Club hosts a card party at Mrs James Somerville’s home tomorrow. Final preparations for week-long church conference begin Friday at Greenfield Hill Congregational Church with a full program of business, relief, sports, and social activities. over 100 youths expected.
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Tegiglatura
Emrst
Frederick A Barr
Brian Wakeman
Nelson R Pearson
Beach Road
Emily
Susan Porter
Misses Poiter
Buntee Donnie Bure
Pioneer Automobile Club
James Somerville
Kings Highway
Greenfield Hill Congregational Church
Albert Waterman
John H Grant
Emmons
Brainard Acts as Governor During Trumbull's Leave
Hartford July session reports Acting Lieutenant Governor J Udwin Brainard presiding in Trumbull’s absence at the national capitol. Senate sends Governor's nominee Judea Gdwin C Dickenson of Hartford to the judiciary committee for a hearing. House and Senate confirm Dickenson unanimously. Senate confirms Walter Mackett of New Haven County for Common Pleas judge. other matters disposed. session adjourned.
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Hartford
Fed
J Udwin Brainard
Trumbull
National Capitol
Cooldge
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Wee
Wood
House
Judea Gdwin C Dickenson
Judiciary Committee
Snate
Aénita
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Walter Mackett
Vleas
New Hien County
Aew
Greenwich Man Charged Over Fifty Pound Valentino Case
In a strange court scene Judge John Coward Worthy presided as James Velony, a Greenwich resident, faced charges connected to a Valentino role dispute. The proceedings featured questions about conduct and the defendant’s alleged actions, with the judge cautioning attorneys and offering legal guidance as the case moved forward.
Boy on Sled Killed by Waterbury Truck
A boy from Watertown was struck and killed by a truck owned by the Connecticut company near Main Street. The accident occurred as he walked on the hill near South High School. Police and witnesses reported the tragedy, with school officials notified and protective measures discussed.
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Nosero
Watertown
Conncellent Oalcomypanvo
Hanna
Davis
Indae
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