Movement launched to give better fire protection to Fairfield County
Fairfield County forestry promoters plan a Forest Fire Protective Association to defend about 20 000 acres across Bridgeport Easton Weston Wilton Newtown Redding Bethel Danbury and Ridgefield. A meeting February 28 at the Hotel Green Danbury will discuss funding via four cents per acre state aid and district patrols including motorcycle lookouts and equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danbury
Irfield County
Haseev
Baridgeport
Philip L. Buttrick
Connecticut Forestry Association
Buttrick
Talcott Mountain
Hartford County
Tits County
Bridgeport
Easton
Weston
Wilton
Newtown
Redding
Bethel
Ridgefield
Botsford
Austin E. Flawes
Hawea
James M. Stocking
Atata Fire Werden
Ciis
Oit Mountain
Samuel Senior
Bridgeport Hydraulic Company
Arthur Sherwood
Charles ‘Keller
Long 'Gm
Samuel OC. Shaw
Emory FB. Sanford
Daniel 8. Sanford
Redding Association
Pinto T. Platt
Newtown Assocation
Putnam Memorial Park Commission
Connecticut Agricultural Allege
Gerogetown
Stratford Profiles No 29 Tilaian in Stratford banking and sports
Stratford profile outlines Tilaian as a banker in Stratford and a known football and baseball enthusiast in Bridgeport and Stratford. It notes he has a son following in his footsteps and mentions Arthur Dewey Allard in yesterday's silhouette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tila Ian
Stratford
Lids
Bridgeper
Arthur Dewey Allard
George and Martha bridge party moved to Sanford home
Redding HLDDING Feb 18 report says the George and Martha bridge party will be held at Mrs. Herman Sanford's instead of the venue earlier planned. The Junior Grand Friendly Society met after school at the church and the event notes include Mrs. George Sanford and Miss Helen Briscoe among those present. Pierpont Adan returned home after weeks in Bridgeport Hospital for appendicitis surgery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hldding
Iohae
George
Martha
Writs Planned on Delinquent Subscribers Reported
Writs on delinquent subscribers were planned to be served to aid the American Jewish Relief fund of back dues. Committee chair Sattman announced yesterday the effort to collect arrears from subscribers in Mumford. Some delinquents have already paid portions of their owed sums.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twa
Merroy
Sattman
Car Fund
Muumford
Lee
Motor Truck Not Rail Competitor, WKAY Declares
Dr J G McKay of the Bureau of Roads told a Grook lawn club audience that motor truck transport would not rival rail for long haul freight. He cited high costs and organizational flaws, yet noted gains in short haul efficiency and packing. The Connecticut survey showed over three million tons moved by motor in a year. The dinner and talk were led by W T Dease of the Transit association with several witnesses present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manufacturers Association
Traffic Association
Grooklawn Country Club
J. G. McKay
Bureau of Roads
Connecticut
State Highway Department
Maryland
California
U.S. Bureau of Roads
Key
Ngade
Dr. McKay
W. Tl. Dease
Trinfly Association
European Mails to U S Delayed by English Strike
Reports say a dock strike has become fully active except in Antwerp where many dockers remain at work. About 3,000 volunteers offered to work under employer terms if police protection is provided. Public disruption comes from dislocations in rail and air traffic while fuel and food supplies face strain. Government and ministers hold talks as the strike continues with broader economic impact feared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lon Pon
Web
Fuulnond
Fron
Stratford to bolster fire protection with hydrants and staff
Stratford plans recommend replacing old hydrants near the post office with modern units to improve water pressure and reduce insurance costs. Local officials cite inadequate hydrant capacity and manpower during the recent fire as reasons for upgrades. Meanwhile Boothe divorce case moves toward out of court settlement as David Boothe considers a counter suit. Ex-service men in Stratford back the adjusted compensation bill and American Legion chapters push for support. Minstrel show rehearsals advance with Dr Williams and Christopher Git among the stars awaiting a Feb 25 26 Sterling Memorial hall performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratford
Allen
Judson
Stratford Center
Boothe
David Beach Boothe
Putney
Divo
Ruth Norton Boothe
Washington
American Legion
Legion
Viana
Sterling Memorial Hall
Wiliam G. Willaims
Christopher Git
Westport Social Scene Highlights South Florida Visit
Westport residents Mrs. Marvin Lotty Jeverlx and her daughter Mrs. Henry Morris Brown of Buffalo joined a large social function at Mrs. Beverly's winter home in Gradnew Park, St. Petersburg Florida. Attendees from Westport included Mrs. Philip C. Gunnen and others while a new music group in town is preparing an orchestral act under George Pax of Greens Farms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whstport
Marvin Lotty Jeverlx
Weatper
Henry Morris Brown
Buffalo
Biverly
Gradnew Park
St. Petersburg
Fla
Westport
South
Philip C. Gunnen
Tirnesr Gault
Ernest Bradley
Horace Thurchutt
Peffers
Ja. T. Bedford
Florida Westport
George Pax
Greens Farms
I S
Joseph Taurarri
George Fozolin
John Bath
Moly ‘Trinity Guild
Westport Drug Company
Norwalk Fire Company Marks 50th Anniversary
Norwalk Fire Company celebrates its fiftieth anniversary with speaker Feb Emigby of the New York Fire Department as principal speaker. The two day event occurs March 13 and 14 at Odd Fellows hall with a ladies night opening and a stag affair second. Speakers include Clifford J. Wilson from Bridgeport Cal John Wade and Fire Chief Daniel Johnson of Bridgeport, and Stamford’s Victor chief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emigby
New York
All Well Hook and Ladder Company
Odd Wellows Hall
Witm
Clifford J. Wilson
Bridgepart
Cal John V1
Wade
Daniel Johnson
Victor
Stamford
Nien
Milford raid nets fines for 16 gamblers and two proprietors
Milford court heard 16 gamblers fined two dollars and costs each after a Saturday night raid on a Daniel street gambling venue. Proprietors Edward Maher and Lawrence DeStascio were fined twenty five dollars plus costs for keeping a gaming place, with Louis Garburino facing liquor with intent charges and a jail sentence. Mrs. J Gusano was fined fifty dollars and costs for selling liquor without a permit and received a ten day suspended sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
J. D. Brown, Jr
Daniel Street
Edward Maher
J. Mf. Maher
Lawrence DeStascio
Louis Garburino
Alga
Henter
Garba- Hoe
Fanve
Bridgeport Dealers Plan Used Car Exchange Initiative
Auto dealers in Bridgeport consider a centralized used car exchange to redeem certificates for cash toward new car purchases. A city center building would host the exchange, aiming to lower consumer costs and streamline trade ins. The plan mirrors New London’s model and requires Auto Dealers Association approval and a coordinating committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Auto Dealers Association
New London
Stratfield Hotel
Lyhunda
Used Car Exchange Corporation of
John G. Noyes
Lawrence Cormyatt
E. M. Jennings Company
John Carpenter
Firidgeport Autoarthus L. Ulavis
Jack O'Brien
Moteur
Compat
Relatives of GOP Leaders Nominated for Local Posts
The article reports women relatives of GOP leaders slated for offices in Baltimore and surrounding districts. Miss Aadredneyte 4 Dudeer and Mildred Neary, sisters of Alderman Artie Take and a veteran official respectively, are expected to be appointed to assessor roles. Other endorsements include Miss Neary and Miss Viots Hiloo, while V. Caldwell's appointment is unresolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aadredneyte
Dudeer
Artie
V. Caldwell
Miss Neary
Misa
Alistetyt
Cathet
Neaellan
Atay
Cohen Ale
Deuioorak
Homembe
Milford School Glee Clubs to Present First Concert
Milford High School glee clubs and orchestra prepare for a February 21 concert at Central Grammar School auditorium. The program features Milford students Adele Smith Lucrett Watrous Mildred Garlop Mildred Heisenmann Harrison Senney and others with solos and chorus sections. A Plymouth Congregational shareh concert by Southern Jubilee Singers is planned for February 23, and an executive meeting of Milford District Boy Scouts is set for Thursday at 7 8 o'clock at the Municipal building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amilmgri
Wells
Phe
Milford High School
Central, Grammar School
Thirst
Adele Smith
Tray
Lucrett Watrous
Mildred Garlop
Mildred Heisenmnand
Harrison Senney
Percy Thninius
Roger
Rose Spencer
Wiliam Redfield
Glee Club
Jon Botsford
Virginia Brear
Betty Brewer
Truth Yorhalta
Muriel Garde
Johanna Lenz
Helen Smith
Ie Whitcom
Iris Chattaway
Mildred Fisenmann
Kathrie Hickox
Virginia Liody
Katherine Melville
Busan Platt
Edna Andersen
Ruth Duncan
Adelaide Lenard
Lacey Mer
Clairkareen
Hu- Rene Coe
Kenneth Vox
Horace Ma- Pal
Pegey Bio Atenh
Plymouth
Southern Jubilee Singers
Palmer Memorial Institute
Seidalis
Kayopha Girls
Milford
Boy Scouts of America
Hughes declares international arms conference not feasible
Secretary Hughes states in a letter to Representative Wish that calling an international conference to discuss further naval and land armaments limitation is not feasible at the present time. The note follows Mr. Fish’s request for State Department views on inviting Britain, France, Italy, Germany, and Japan to discuss world peace and mutual arms reductions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hughes
Representative Wish
Republican
New York
Fish
Coolidge
Great Britain
France
Italy
Germany
Japan
New Commutation Rates Effective on New Haven Line
New commutation rates on the New Haven railroad lines to Maine and nearby states became effective yesterday. The changes shorten all three monthly passes and establish a lower cross-state rate, affecting riders including Richard Piggais and others. Protests have formed and demonstrations were planned at key stations as officials prepare to implement the new fares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Monueceticut
Topelitk
Richard FL Piggais
Tillie Cumbussen
Marty
Maren
Mystery Records of an Old Estate Payment List
A garbled OCR snippet lists various names including Miss Anica V. winter Vallettar Drew and Catherine Mary Fullette with scattered payments such as 370 and 20 dollars. It references janitors and clerks, a violinist from Belgium, and a Cincinnati Symphony link, but details are unclear and some words are unreadable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anica V. Winter Vallettar Drew
Br Voit
Coerdins
Ted
Sihae
Conn Sanell
Pour Etter Clerks
Mes
Catherine Mary Fullette
Agners UN Bally Gud Borothy Ntvul
bin Wid Ming Kuse McCarthy
Viets
Trias Cutan Tain Sitar
Mahon
Willa
Motors Held After Coaster Death In Meriden
Herbert Payne and Frederick Wagenblatt of Hamden were held for a week on reckless driving charges after coroner's inquest into the death of 12 year old John Vaysen who collided with their automobile on Olive Street. The boy died at Meriden Hospital. four siblings injured in the crash remain hospitalized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meriden
Web
Herbert
Payne
Frederick J. Wagenblatt
Hamden
John Vaysen
Meri Dev
Nine arraigned on liquor charges in town court
Local officers conducted raids over the weekend resulting in nine offenders arraigned on liquor making and selling charges before Judge Clare ennett. Leon Stanczyk was sentenced to five days in jail and $200 fine for selling liquor for a christening, while George Roman’s case was continued with a $2,500 bond. Multiple others faced continuances. quantities seized included six gallons of liquor, a still, 200 gallons of rye mash, and a 150 gallon still on Roman’s property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thom Shauginescey
John Bolger
Leon Stanczyk
Alton Place
George Roman
Duck Farm Road
Bennett
Shaughnessey
Jose Sadder
Kings, Highway
Stanley Klepincky
Marlborough Terrace
John J. Domhey
Jennings Road
Joseph Ruskay
Alec Gondola
State Street Extension
Jouseph Bacher
King Highway
Fairfield Fire calls and community events gather in winter
Fairfield Fire company No 1 responded to a chimney fire at the Porter home on Church Street with minor damage. Plans advance for the George Alfred Smith post and auxiliary surprise carnival in Sherman hall on March 3 at 7 30 PM. Civil service exams held for clerk and carrier at the local post office drew three applicants. An illustrated lecture on Porta Rico occurred at Faith chapel with a sermon to follow next Sunday. A Father and Son banquet is set for March with Rev Jos V Kayis keynote speaker. Officers to be installed at Greenfield meeting with Charles Lees named. Guild plans at First Church of Christ linked to Burr and Center company 1. Upcoming events include discussion on the year ahead and a dance at the Country club. A large Valentine party at the home of Mr and Mrs Clifford S Stenkes concluded with a successful sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Fairfield Fire Company No. 1
Mias
Porter
Church Street
George Alfred Smith
Sherman Hall
India
Faith Chapel
First Church of Christ
New Britain
Creenfield
Charles Lees
Monroe
Guild
Firat Church
Burr
Center Company No
Et Pond
Onse Tommurrow
Eunoj
Rust
Raponeer
Mrs. Clifford
Tienkes Ieridav
Vluie
Czech Constol in Sorwal Meeting Disrupted in Norwalk
Norwalk February 18 reports a Czech constol in Sorwal meeting by Ton Prustic fovak consul general in New Wil address the meeting of No chapter Dekqudters of the American Revolution. Mrs Charles EbeH and state regent Miles Net let ty will be guests of honor at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwalk
Spretul
Ton
Dragon Prustic
Fovak Cvonsul
New Wil
Aimerican Revol
Old Town
Heim
Charkes Ebeh
Miles Nettlety
Slayings and Inquest Cloud Goetz Case in Bridgeport
Police subpoena witnesses for coroner inquest into Constable Goetz’s slaying and Stearn’s wounding. Vasco, a Norwalk resident with wartime service and a history of trouble, is linked to the case. A Committee of 100 discusses reopening efforts to clean up local roadhouses amid concerns over alleged dens of vice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York State
Stearn
Vance
Danbury Hospital
Goetz
Augustve Blakes
Atlantic Street
Stamford
Vasco
Beatrice Beardstey
Wiliams
Stokey
Hlicit Bevze
Rhe Sthian
Norwualk
Williams
Ife
Norwalk
Yonkers
Paul Connery
Sherif Lincoln Taylor
Weatchester County
Constable Goetz
Louis Wagner
Gonvord Street
Bridgeport
Reserves Decision In Bridgeport Case
Judge Edwin of the United States District Court reserved decision in the Bridgeport bankruptcy case of the American British Company. Argument centered on whether New York or Connecticut had jurisdiction. John Stanley, company president, was examined and witnesses showed officers located in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norwalk
Edwin
United States
Bridgeport Court Deals With Breach of Peace and Assault
In Bridgeport City court Sam Wearich and others faced breach of peace and assault charges. Jurg Raucci Adolpho Catlano and several defendants received fines and costs. The Hungarian Citizens League opened new rooms at 100 Center Street. The Bridgetown High junior class prepared a three act play Sunshine and local church choir planned performances with notable cast members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelton
Sam Wearich
John Stoper
Thomas Boe
E. 1
Barnes
Boe
Andy
Jurgi Raucci
Bridgeport
Lexington Avenues
Adolpho Catlano
Costa
Shilton
League of Hungarian Citizens
G Street
Secora
Loush
Cluhy
Andrew Baby
Junkey Pinay
Crea High School
Dorothy Rogowski
Marie Eckhardt
Dorothy Warren
Grace Fowler
Lydia Pryleeh
Toran Sinsabaugh
Teddy Sabo
Jack Deaman
George O'Brien
Y Fineil
Lord Sinsabaugh
Choir of the Mooe, Church
Church
Marguerite Huggin
Misa Mildred Huggins
Misa Jed Tucker
Hattie Need
Evelyn Beard
Olive Tarrantina
Misa Ethel McLean
William Mountsey
Harry McLean
James Need
Kenneth Smith
Henry Rappa
Arthur Radcliffs
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Fairfield County Forestail
Forestry Association
Hotel Green
Cues
Terehead
Pembrore Street
Janea Alleg
Muiin Atoeet
Wight Wypelea
Uno Chacee
WKAY
U.S. Bureau
U. S
Young
Westport Lindwalk
Mearrits
Liel
Wilton Road
Lina
Annie
Hey
Ush
Belden
Merho- Wish
Darlen
Bh. Dexperceax
Mitten
Meedestoks 3 View Prebins Wind
Gdns
Norwalk Fire Company
United Exchange For
Milford School
Soa
Wathoo
Laissa Vaaye
He 'Chs
Belelins
Kenley
Boy Coaster
Sorwal
Slayer OF
Goets
Rockwell & Co
Vent
Charmeen
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