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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1924
Page
2
The Ax Board approves cuts totaling 58 272 in the Northey budget affecting city services. Projects include halt of plant and storage tanks, street cleaning equipment, macadam paving, new trailers and trucks for ash collection, garbage disposal unit, and fence around Mage disposal property. No reductions yet in the school department budget.
Plans are under way by Court Iden and Morestors of America for a jaet and entertainment in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the lodge inception. The event will be held at the Lee sevens Woon on February 16 with organizer Norden leading the fraternal effort. Committeemen include J. 17 Lucas, O. B. Hwon, A. Shedeens, VT. McLennan, and H. Nigon.
Death notices and funeral details across Connecticut towns list Sherman N. Bronson George Bauer Edward Barbin J. George W. Carr Thomas Galys Caroline Sumner C. Hitchcock Emily Theresa Andrew Quhatz Joseph Miller Bessie B Roosevelt hospital case details Funeral arrangements, times, locations, and burial sites, naming relatives and cemeteries in Bridgewater Stratford Westport and nearby towns.
Our deer mother Anna Fitzabeath died two years ago today. Her memory remains with us as we mark an anniversary mass for her repose. The service is planned at St Augustine church on Saturday for family and friends to gather, recall her life, and honor her memory.
Funeral arrangements are announced for Verona A Johnson French with service this afternoon at her daughter's home 38 Savoy Street. Burial will be at Mountain Grove cemetery. Also reported are deaths of George W Carr formerly of 61 Elm Street, Jacob Scher of 60, Emily Theresa Oyson, George S Squibb, George Bauer, Mary E Houghtaling, Anna Fagan, Robert C Hitchcock, Edward Barban, Thomas Galya, and Sherman N Bronson with funeral details, locations, and burial sites in Fairfield and nearby towns.
A readable fragment lists multiple Bridgeport organizations and lodges around Broad Street Main Street and State Street. It mentions Bridgeport lodge K of P 1025 Main Street, Morning Star lodge and Royal Neighbors of America at 1119 Broad Street, and various fraternal and women’s groups including Ladies of the Grand Army and the Muensternerg lodge.
The Star owners defend the Marion Star sale price of 380000, detailing cash payments of 163000 to President Harding, stock arrangements, and a 10 year salary contract. They accuse Vanderlip of slander, note anticipated testimony before Senator Lenroot’s committee, and express readiness to appear in Washington to clear details.
Washington moves to sever U S Honduras relations while Congress advances a war tax extension and probes political influence on Colorado River development. Senate inquiries into Senator Heflin land dealings and Dill oil concessions unfold as party lines bind around Garner tax cuts. President Coolidge contemplates removing officials amid Teapot Dome related testimony and DoJ activity reports. Local note: Miss Padula and John Vata announce nuptials with St Marys church ceremony in Norwalk followed by a reception.
Four men including Constable Charles W. Sunch of Darien and James Cavanaugh of Norwalk face rearraignment in Wilton tonight over a holdup last week in which Stanislau Szkodzinski of Ansonia lost most of 800 dollars and reportedly killed himself. O Neil and Nally confessed to assault and robbery with a third youth at large. Cavanaugh and Smith deny knowledge. State police tie Smith’s car to the crime and notes of planning at Cavanaugh’s lunch spot on the Post road. Acting State’s Attorney Garlick will handle the case in Superior Court.
A Chicago conference of McAdoo supporters is planned for Feb. 18 to consider his candidacy. Cummins may attend as a possible compromise, while Ralston and Wilcon are named as alternatives if McAdoo withdraws. Senator Ralston argues incomes under 5,000 should be tax exempt and urges tax reform to ease burdens on small earners.
The Shelton Board of Education postponed action at a special meeting on condemning the Terry school following a fire chief and state police report not yet received from the State Board of Education. An investigation by the late board of education was noted as having occurred 19 weeks prior with no result, and a special meeting was planned when the report arrives.
In a fiery Ossining Rotary Club address Frank Vanderlip charged officials and the Fallin era with misdeeds and urged full oil investigations. He linked unpaid loans and the Marion newspaper deal to broader graft claims, pressing the White House to seek resignations and Congress to pursue high‑level accountability.
A district board meeting notes linemen requesting higher wages due to dangers of working with live wires and climbing poles. Budget constraints halted action. petition referred to committee. Also reported: widows of Captain Edward J. Madden and Lexample Lee. department surgeon Dr. W. H. Carley reappointed. aid sought by Mrs. David Tlegarty. Five linemen listed on sick list include Captain Michael J. Dailes and Laddermen Michael Lipiak and William Flood.
Trial reveals Dr. White alleges daily cruelty by Mrs White since their 1911 Oreonwien marriage. Witnesses describe fits of temper, thrown meals, morphine use, and threats as May, ten, is contested for custody. The case, with attorneys WilHan Comley and George Beers, extends to week’s end.
Washington February 13 By an Anaiwineus vote the House passed a Senate bill to extend until December 31 next the power of the War Finance Corporation to aid loans. The measure goes to the President who recommended the measure. The article also quotes opinion and commentary on current investigations and political figures amid the debate.
Witnesses name Israel as the man who killed Father Dahme, with police arranging staged lineups to confirm identity. Israel, a former soldier living in Bridgeport, faced questioning after observers reported a “queer streak” and described his proximity to the crime scene. He was observed and identified by several witnesses, while other suspects were questioned. a Norwalk man was fined after a separate arrest.
In Blenston on February 13 the Third District auxiliary of the American Legion held a meeting at Sutter Post. Attendees included Mrs. Edwards and Mrs. Sprague who led the session. Delegates came from Norwalk Danbury Ridgefield Stratford Bridgeport Shelton and other towns as discussion focused on fundraising for the State Convention in Torrington in September.
A vintage advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a universal remedy for indigestion. It claims the tablets relieve sour stomach, glassiness, and acidity, letting travelers and busy professionals eat freely. The ad urges readers to obtain a box at any drug store and be prepared against indigestion.
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