Stratford Council to name temporary successor to town manager Hunter
Stratford, Feb. 16. The town council will meet Thursday at seven to choose a temporary successor to Town Manager Hunter. It may discharge Hunter before selecting a replacement amid protests and impeachment chatter, with public action required by charter for any firing.
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Ec Stratford
Spedhi
Stratford
Shiccessor
Manesco BR
Hunter
Offce
Old Stratford
Hunteria
Vmade
Lttas
Ohio
Tuntes
Myunter
Y W Gym department holds end of membership banquet
The Physical Education department of Y W C A held a closing banquet at the Industrial Service center in Barnum avenues honoring two weeks of membership drive. All women’s classes participated with festive decorations and gymnasium games. Mrs James Lodlin chaired with assistance from several members as the humorous “Gymnasium Daily Tattle” paper was read.
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Induettlal
Barmum Avenues
Valentine Colds
James. Lodlin
M. Bassett
Roy Clark
Gahan
D. Dennison
Gymnasium Daily Tattle
Porden News
Nat
Arrest Davidson Actor on Complaint by Girl
Serious statutory charges have been preferred against Edward Davidson, an actor from Bridgeport, who was arrested in Worcester yesterday for the Bridgeport police. He will be brought to this city for trial. Davidson, a stock company actor, is accused by a fifteen-year-old girl.
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Edward BR. Davidson
Worcester
Mass
Bridgeport
Davidson
Town Manager Hunter Ousted After February Talks
Opponents of Town Manager Hunter say resignations were discussed in February and that he failed to follow proper procedures. They cite cans purchased without requisitions, seven tons of coal delivered, and lack of competitive bids as signs of poor financial handling. December bond maturity and overdraft exposure are cited alongside unexecuted short term notes and bank signature issues. The council planned a meeting as Sunset Lodge holds a Thursday meeting in Stratford with a ceremonial after, inviting members and friends.
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Hunter
Fla
Ava
John Wilcoxson
Wilcoxnon
Tha
Owas
Plater Civic Club
Argos Club
Bayonets Reported in Belfast Riots Across Regions
Anxious telegrams describe heavy constable movement north of the border and similar tensions in the south. Officials propose two impartial commissions to ease suspicions and coordinate across both sides. A London meeting, border tensions, and Irish political action surround the ongoing turmoil and treaty disputes.
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London
Ireland
Lancers
Dublin
de Valera
Vorse of Commons
America
Prentice
Satar
Probe of Alleged Due Lobby Starts Monday
Washington Feb 13 The special Senate committee to investigate the activities of alleged lobbyists for and against an embargo on dyes today set next Monday for the opening of hearings. Senator Shortridge Republican California chairs the inquiry aiming for a continuous run to a conclusion.
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Washington
Ota
Gyes
Shortridge
Calfornia
Iine
King
Memocrat
Utah
Ir Inghuysen
New Jersey
Linbortera
Ant Mburgo Siilalao
Mayor opposes plan to pay vote watchers
Mayor Atwater and the Board of Aldermen reject paying $930 to Democratic Town committees for enforcement and polling place watchers. Board may fund if money found, but six members oppose and refuse to authorize the funds. The dispute centers on financing election day observer costs amid partisan tensions.
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Ana
Atwater
Board of Apportionment
Board of Aldermen
Meney
Veitloe
Wong
Miss M O Neil to be Bride of R J O Connor
Miss Mary Veronica O Neill daughter of Mr John O Neill will wed Raymond J O Connor at St Charles church with Fr McGloney officiating. Attendants include Frances O Neill and George O Connor. Relatives and close friends only. Honeymoon of seven days. Both employed at the Confract Plating Company Berkshire avenue.
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Mary
Veronica O'Nei
John O'Neill
Raymond J. O'Conmore
Noble Avenue
McGloney
St. Charles’ Church
Frances O'Neil
George O'Connor
1922 Appropriations Informally Considered
The Board of Apportionment held an informal meeting at the Algonquin last night to discuss appropriations for the new fiscal year. All twelve members attended as the group conducted social and business exchanges. A relief board report on deductions from the Grand List will be available to the board Friday, with tax levy details and public meeting action planned at City Hall Tuesday.
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Board of
Algonquin
Board of Relief
Amouns
Dreambury Lax
Old Army Ports To Be Abandoned In Budget Cut
Washington November 15. Secretary Denby argues reductions must hit navy yards and stations, threatening closure of old army ports nationwide. War Department study prompts Weeks economy push as Congress set to hear army strength figures. officials say further cuts to commissioned or enlisted personnel are not believed to be safe for national security.
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Washington
Denby
Navy
War Department
Congress
Hague Tribunal Opens With Pomp In The Hague
The permanent court of international justice opened this afternoon with ceremonies led by Queen Wilhelmina and Prince Henry. A dignitary crowd from many nations attended though few council members joined. Only Dr. Gaston Da Cundy of Brazil and two French representatives were noted among attendees.
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Hague
International Fasetine
Wilhelmina
Wenry
Council of the Toews of Nations
Gaston da Cundy
Brazil
Florist
M. de la
Pershing Jr Named Assistant Day Director in New York
Prohibition director in New York announced the appointment of Herbert K. Matrown by Director Ralply AL Day. The message, though garbled, confirms J. Pershing Jr. is assigned as assistant day director in the state capital area.
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J. Pershing, JR
York
Pri
Seneral Pershing
New York
Herbert K. Matrown
Ralply AL Day
Veteran Senator Hall Dies in Daytona Florida
Willington February 18 Willard Hall State Senator and long time Republican leader died suddenly while on a pleasure trip in Daytona Beach Florida His body will be shipped to New York for funeral arrangements Hall known as Dean of Legislators served in both Connecticut House and Senate and led votes for Governor Everett Lake at the state convention He was married with five children and held multiple public roles including Westeyan University trustee and state party official
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Willington
Willan A
Thig Place
Daytona
Fla
Hall
South
Slater
Ralph Papa
Springheld
Muse
Florida
New York
Benator Hall
Legislaare
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Hia
Ong
Hopusg
Lne General Assembly
Tany
Fle
Hota
Sverett J. Lake
Graia
Soex
Nefited
Pres Celenel
Wiliam Henry Hall
Senate
Toit
Ter
Fal
Wae
Mid- Lisle
Hatthoo Jean
Yates
Lake
Everett J. Lake
Mr. Lake
Col.lal
Hake
Gol
Tinge
Colonel Hall
Theodore Roosevelt
Taltuyine
Hugles
Harding
Henry Roberts
Westera University
Westeyan University
Busiheas
Vow Deceasel
Gardiner All
Dr. and Company
Tu Red
Sotone
Hell
Teaire
Troreig Winahet Gardiner Holnvin
Ciaran Allen
Hellman Henry
Frances Helen
Mall
Desras
Nad Bean
Ind
Travise
State Board of Agriculture
Stace
Coal Miners Debate Wage Policy Amid Internal Turmoil
In Indianapolis February 13 the United Mine Workers convention halted work to debate Howat’s expelled leadership and the union’s wage policy. Alexander Howat claims threats as factions clash over administration figures led by John L. Lewis, while speakers warn of an April coal strike.
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Alexander Fount
Irarnas Talon
Alon
United Mine Workers of America
John L. Lewis
Ans
Lewin
Tev
Howat
Sid Howat
Radio Corporation to Build New Studio for Broadcasting
The Radio Corporation announces a new modern studio to be built in New York City and to operate a wider broadcasting network. Newark and Roselle Park will relay music lectures and entertainment from a 360 meter wave station within a 100 mile radius, expanding reach beyond existing WOY and WIZ facilities.
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Rogelle Park
Ie Radio Corporation of America
Newark
Weal Company
Row
New York City
Ottickila
The
Radio Corporation
Peeming
Wialena
Milan
Neewark
Roselle Pars
Park City
Telepaone
Aunganeer
Inal
Montla
Trolley Car Hitchers Entangled by the Law
Street car fare collectors warned of thefts as boys ride in the rear of trolleys while motormen watch tracks. Police have acted after numerous complaints. Parents were told to warn children against hitching rides behind cars and risking injury.
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Cles Huive
Belind
Lieutenant Governor Mourns Death Of Hall
Feb 74. Acting Governor Templeton expressed shock and grief at the death of Senator Hall. Templeton praised Hall as a man of fine character, wide Senate experience, and a natural leader whose sunny disposition aided him and who provided substantial assistance as Senate President pro tempore in Eastford.
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Averbury
Laean
Charles A. Templeton
Prowem
Senate
Jie
Meetings Tonight for Fraternal Groups in Stratford
Fraternal units including Elks Knights Templar Masons Woodmen and scouts announce meetings tonight at various venues in Stratford and Bridgeport area. Attendees from Ocean state to city lodges, temples and halls gather for lodge business ceremonies and social activities.
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Bridgeport Lodge of Elks
State Street
Sireolo Roma
Nodse Avenue
Columbus Boys' Club
Pembroke Street
Uncas Coune
Apifeewort Lodge
Knights of Pythins
Main Street
Lempe Lodge
A. My
Marsonte
Temple
Broad Street
Muensterberg Lodge
Lhd
State Lodge
Lee Avenue
Police
Bt. Joseph's T. B. and
To Association
Barnum Avenue
Boy Scouts of America
St. John’s
Park and Fairfield
Franklin Barrett
Sons of Vaterany
Eliay Howe
Poat
G. A. EB
The
Purity Shrine, O. W
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St. George's Hut
Stratford Avenue
You Need Not Have a Cold If You Take Laxative Bromo Quinine
An old advertisement claims immediate relief from early cold symptoms with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. The piece urges readers to use the product at the first signs of a cold to prevent full illness.
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Henry & Wampole
The Rise of Middle Names in a Vast World
In ancient times single names sufficed, then two names became common, and now a third way emerges with middle names or initials. Middle initials prove essential for distinguishing people, as shown by Ulysses S. Grant and through telephone directories. The text argues that long names are necessary for precise identity.
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Adam
Noah
Mateo Polo
Christopher Columbus
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