Salmon Elected President of Westport Country Club
Frederick B. Salmon was re elected president at the Westport Country Club annual meeting. Herbert Bishop of Norwalk became vice president. Frank Osborn was reelected treasurer and Robert Bouiter reelected secretary. The meeting included a town ambulance fundraising event and a piano and tilde party to support the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angus MacDowall
Westport
Fed
Frederick B. Salmon
Agai
Westport Country Club
Hirbert
Norwalk
Frank Osborn Wis Reete
Ted Treasur
Rober Bbuiter Wis
August Macilos
Amel Tane Legion
Womans Amil
Lordship Trio Return From Montreal Visit
An item notes the return of the Lordship trio from Montreal, with relatives visiting and several locals mentioned during the holiday weekend. It lists family arrivals and ongoing visits, including Mr and Mrs Schrader, Henry Schrader, and others, plus community movements around Park Avenue and New Rochelle.
Milford Gasoline Station Destroyed by Morning Blaze
Fire of unknown origin totally destroyed a Milford filling station owned by Benjamin Christlam on the New Haven Turnpike toward Orange. One watchdog died in the blaze. no injuries reported. Estimated damage undetermined as the building was a complete loss and authorities could not confirm the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
Asis
Benjamin Christlam
New Haven
Orange
Christian
Bea
Moetoliss
Meford
Pelle
Faunters
Onuth
Ole
Wisim Thin
Wilford
Kristian
Petimisseurs
Chemba
No Ff
Newtown votes to borrow money and honor gifts to schools
Newtown town meeting approved borrowing 8000 dollars for two months expenses and accepted generous gifts from Miss Mary Hawley and Miss Varn Po Hanley totaling 100000 dollars for the Hawley school building and its upkeep. The actions aim to fund repairs and maintenance and reduce taxes, with trustees to implement the deed of trust provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newiown
Tele Alam Servicg
Newtown Savings
Enparuy
Alether
Sime
Speuil
Mearik Wright
Chaiman
Tudge
Oschr Pitaschler
Frank Wright
Mary H. Hawley
Newtown
Snawley
Misa Mary Tr
Wewtown
Glen
Isa Hanley
Travelers Bank and Crust Commpiny
Hartford
Varn Po Hanley
Hawley School
Che Werare
Hawley
Matenally
Poor Roads and Bus Routes Highlight Fairfield and Trumbull Item
Poor roads shorten Fairfield buses routes while Trumbull projects draw legislative study. The text details bus line issues on Main thoroughfares with ruts and washouts. Names of committee members and local figures appear alongside discussion of Senate and House actions and potential grid and infrastructure reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pairfield
Trumbull
Personal Activities Among Easton People
A late evening gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs Wheeler in Easton drew guests including Mr and Mrs Jesse We le Aly, Mr and Mrs Dore Seajey, and family members. Attendees were seen visiting and socializing, with references to extended kin and neighborhood residents as the group spent a Sunday night indoors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sania
Jesse
Villar
Ogden Spas Ladin
Vatarg
Wendy
Siltay
Mir
Dore
Seajey
Torrei
Moo
Fred Silinas
Troy Westy
Ming
Seeley
Aff
Reding Folk Entertain Many From Out of Town
Local Redden guests and visitors fill the village event with performances and songs. Notable participants include Mrs J Edwarda and Wes house, with readings from Annie Hanks and others. A minstrel show and drum exhibition draw crowds from New York and nearby towns, showcasing regional talent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Redding
Salary Boost for Stamford City Court Officials to Be Opposed
Stamford officials clash with up state lawmakers as a General Assembly bill would raise salaries for city court officers. The Common Council committee recommends no increases except possibly for the assistant prosecuting attorney, and proposes amendments on coast charges, police matron status, widow pension, and court sessions in Stamford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stamford City Court
Stamford
General Assembly
Ailing
New Britain
Toa
Common Council
Carter
MY Alling
Corporation Coungel
Charter Amendment
Corporation Counnel
Police Department
Mra
James Smith
Fist Tax
Courit of Common Pleas
Kent Firemen Annual Ball Proves Successful
The Kent Fire Department hosted a grand ball at the Town hall drawing over 300 attendees. Decorations by Willard Paddock and team created a festive cedar and lantern setting with a large Chinese umbrella display. supper was served to all and ample donations supported proceeds exceeding $300 after modest expenses.
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Kent Fire Department
Ig Kong
Willard Paddock
Soutent
New Milford
Fremin
Wild ducks leave Lordship shore as weather warms up
Weather improves as polder conditions drive wild ducks north over the Sound. Local shorebirds are seen feeding on rocks, while mussels and oysters are used as food sources in these outings. Lordship Scout troop No 1 shows a transition to Lone Scout status due to fewer available boys, with meetings continuing Fridays under Wood Davis and Thomas Niddleton Jr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lordship
Scouts
Oulmaster Wood Davis
Thomas Niddleton
Easton Residents Attend Opera in Bridgeport
Easton people attended the opera Madame Butterfly at the Gris theatre Monday evening. The group included numerous residents who returned from the trip, noting visits to the New Nimo Cathedral and St Joseph Milas Mars Turney’s hang, with many planning further social and civic activities in the area.
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Jasmon
Robert Marsh
Ambrose Mareh Visy
Natalie Maresh
Clarence Jennings
Malorie Jennings
U3rus Deklandt
Gric Theatre
Moss Fregina Stead Vales
Winkfred Platl Iisz
Mangarez Eran
Chrisine Mostay
Mowe Uanad
Nowe Nimo
St Joseph
Milas Mars Turney
Turney
United National Association of
Meriden
Leroy Wiele
Bruin
Chester Hull
Wairfield County
Platt
Newton
New York Hospital
Wakeman
Kaine Ani
NB Hin
Garenflehl
Prides
Ani
Joseph Jade
Fairfield Judge Explains Safest Method of Voting
Deputy Judge Clarence Hall spoke at the Fairfield luncheon on effective voting describing the Hare proportional representation system used in Cleveland and by Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce. He outlined nominations by petition, single ballot, numbered rankings, quota calculation, and first count election of those meeting the quota plus one. He urged adoption for organizations and towns to fill boards, with next week’s program led by O C Ziroli and a surprise program promised.
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Fairfield
Clarence TR Hall
Champs Farm
Bi Rock
C&v of
Cleveland
Canada
Ireland
Tasmania
Party of
West Traftford
Bridgeport Junior Chamber of Commerce
Ptttonsa
Tudgs Hall
Industrial Bowler's Annual Shelton Dinner Honors Premier Potter Team
The Industrial Bowling League held its annual banquet at Hotel Club with the Premier Potter team receiving the league championship cup and individual trophies. Speakers included John Golesen and Charles Smith among factory executives. a guest toastmaster and formal toasts followed. A full menu and entertainment capped the evening while Melodies by Edmunds Melody Men provided live music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shilton
Lele
Brain Ervice
Industrial Bowling League
Montague A Clark
Sidney Bhimenthal and Company, Inc
John Golesen
Tite Stelzenberg
Sidney Bhonenthal Company
Charles Smith
Derby Silver
M. Wilkiardt
Derby Gas
Elmegriffn
Bassett Metal Goods
Fredeich Wilson
Sule
Treontes
Startin Cutler
Playeri Ag
Frial
Zes
Big Five of Long Hill Defeats Bridgeporters
The Long Hill Five defeated the Bridgeporters in a prelminary game at Tong Hill Court. Tong Hill led early but Bridgeportors kept within reach, final score 24 to 12. Hawkins was sidelined with an ankle sprain. Emma Sherman visits her sister Mrs Samus Seeley and Mr and Mrs Porlang recently moved into the Cuffin place. Several from this place attended a minstrel dance at Stepney firehome Saturday evening. Mrs Kellar Briggs returned home after caring for ill relatives in New Rochelle, having been away since Christmas.
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TOG Hillop
Tele- Rim
Fong Hin
Big Five
New Haven
Tong Hill
Aawkins
Emma Sherman
Slater Mra Samus
Seeley
Mra Porlang
Milford Firemen Hear Lecture On Fire Fighting
Milford, Feb 24. Captain J Daley of Bridgeport will lecture Milford firemen and volunteers at the fire HQs at 8 pm. Daley, a New York Fire College graduate and Bridgeport instructor, is a noted authority on firefighting. The talk supports the board’s aim to raise Milford’s fire service to the highest standard. Sherron Baldwin, recently named town electrical inspector, attended the New England Electrical Inspectors conference and will attend the New Haven school to prepare an electrical code for Milford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
J. Daley
Bridgeport Fire Department
Daley
New York Mire College
Bridgeport
Milford Department
Board of Fire Commissioners
Fire Board
Gonnadeut
Sherron Baldwin
New England Electrical Inspectors Association
Hartford
Baldwin
School of Instruction
New Haven
Liquor Violators Sentenced in Stamford Court
In Stamford on February 24 liquor law violations were heard by Judge Samuel Young. Tripotit Laska of 21 State Street received 400 dollars in fines and 69 days in jail, with prior fines noted. Francis Connolly of Gay Street was fined 400 dollars and 40 days with jail suspended on his first offense. Charles Shanen’s case was continued. Benjamin Arena of Canal Street faced 400 dollars in fines and 60 days in jail, with the first appeal bond set at 1500 dollars. Lea Arena, another offender, was fined 400 dollars and 60 days in jail with an appeal bond set at 1690 dollars.
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Stamford
Samuel Young
Tripotit Laska
State Street
Laska
Francis Connolly
Gay Street
Charles Shanen
Mberly
Wanthorn Stree
Benjamin Arena
Canal Street
Trn Demurter
Committal rites held for Mrs Jane Livetris in New Milford
Town mourns the death of Mrs Jane Livetris at New Milford hospital. Funeral at Congregational Church followed by burial in Leon Hil cemetery. Mrs Livetris, long time resident, leaves husband, one child, one sister, two brothers, and three brothers-in-law among others. Floral tributes described as beautiful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lelerin Hevice
Jane Livetris
New Milford Hospital
Ant Songregational Church
Lion Chape
Tineberg
Brookfield Hens Hold Second Place in Storrs Contest
In the sixteenth week of the Storrs laying contest the Brookfield Center pen led the field with 49 eggs, Benton Mills and others close behind. Merritt M Clark’s Barred Rocks topped production, while the Lt. Hens overall show a jump aided by favorable weather in recent weeks. The report lists top pens by breed and notes Clark’s Connecticut entry is the only Connecticut pen on the honor roll.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Storrs
Rhode Island
FS Chapin
Long Meadow
Wenitt M
Mra HC Kleinsmith
Beavercreek
Ash Wednesday Service in Devon Church Today
Lenten services will be held at St Andrews and St Annes churches on Ash Wednesday morning with special prayers observed. Local residents and families are noted, including Mr and Mrs J Pons returning from Washington and others attending events in Devon and surrounding areas.
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Devon
Telecam
St Andrew's Church
St Anne
J Pons
Washington
Wales Beard
Li & Mi
Osxas Jackson
Wis
Howard Wheeler
Helen Ant ‘Ter Wheeler
Charles MacPherson
Benjamin Davenport
Gon Warren
Ven Wi
Mie Gan Sutherland
Naugatuck Gardens
R Tillis
Powel
Fort Prambull Beach
Lydia Davenpor
Roxbury
Glen
William Kelley
Taft Avenue
Lydia Davenport
Reading
Brookton
Masa
Wighland Avenue
Fiwin Clark
Florida
Peidgeport
Holiday Weddings In Westport and Nearby
Three holiday weddings took place in Westport over the weekend. Constance Dooling and John Mahan wed at Assumption Church with reception at the bride’s home in Norwalk. Ruth Wogan and Andreas Gibson Schou, and Helen Carolyn Schumack and Carl Walter Mislenstein were also married in local ceremonies with attendant families and a Southport reception.
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Westport
Constance Dooling
William A. Dooling
Compo. Street
Saugatuck
John Mahan
Norvalk
Than? Church of the Assumption of Rivers
Richard J Carew Oll
Pagtot
R Miter Victoria Koamek
Goron Henry
Norwals
Brida’e Parert
Norwalk
Fahan
Plymouth Street
Andreas Gibson Schou
Ruth Wogan
Brooklyn
N. Y
Kennel Mackenale
Holy Trh
Alpert
Helen Carolyn Schumaci
Lous Schumak
Pequot Road
Carl Walter
Visiting Monrovia relatives underscores local ties
Carlton Joyce of Chinton Massa visits relatives for a few days. Mir and Mrs James Wella spent Sunday in Bristol and Mra Ray Lucas of Long Tt and Walter Frobbs of Mil for spent Sunday with Me and Mrs Balsoard. The Baptist church ladies held a successful food sale at Mre Milton Hawley’s on Saturday netting over $23. Mr and Mrs Leonard Curtisa and daughter and Mrs Charles Skilinga spent Sunday in Wiford with Mr and Mrs Charles (larh.
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Voxroe
Carlton Joyce
Chinton Massa
Mir
James Wella
Bristol
Ray Lucas
Long Tt
Walter
Frobbs
Milfor
Sunda
Balsoard
Charles Skilinga
Wiford
Charles
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Prac
Tugel
Sore Vesterdi
Peer Fioll
Nelsor Tanthera
Bironlay Varty
Washington Barthday
Vatrick
Anni
Mary Unes
Mageret Ortes
Wiliam Wood
Arthur Wnad
George Hac Jy
Gorlon
Ann Guess
Joseph Sherwood
Norwiuth
Fem
Weeey Jensen
Xature
Mico
Paul Braden
Joan
Thigene Fiaingee
George Markes
June Leterson
Kath
Lasinges
Mirtiam Farry
Mus
Donel Heiberg
Rlel
Heste
Mos
Regina Chese
Violet J Lesi
Madeline Tevona
Stella Vaiay
Hon
Norwald Hospital
Willan Nh Thur
Und
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Einiral
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Johi Po Marvin
Cout Veh Miller
Tilorida
Pradley
Charles Remlin
Clifford
Joseph Remin
Wille
Mra Robert
Mus Jolly Stephenson
Hing Street
Srange ST
Overal Dave i
Montreal
Curnans
Bockanghi
Wales
Noone Park
Puckingnam
Amal
Rex Sting
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Tildgeport
F C Schrader
Hillsute Avenue
Henry Shradw
New Rochelle
Migsea
Gladys
Elizabeth Oneer
Mice
Vintook
New York
August Olinder
Alfred Henderson
Third Axe 4E
New Lomter
Barbara Anderson
Marela
Curt Sevdeyte
Amily
Algert
Ant
Howad
South Netack
Pepuar Street
Furth
Ocean
Spanien
Newtown Meeting
Miss Hawley
Trae Givin
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Konge Timhwey
Jennngs Road
Braoklaun
Ross Town
Fae
von the Eine Mittee
Andrew Fighy
Steve Butako
Novthosit
Disid
Dom Nhow
Gese Bund
Steve Hinteku
Luert Ng
UN Hig
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Yeast Putuko
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Lievm Voncrete
Speier
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Alling
On Bataln
4Yeril
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House
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Tae
Huu Iapkin Lewis
Aly
Dapuy
Easton
Tibeinig Felst
Anis Shelduu
Sinfalov
Annie Hanks
Pele Nichols
Ius Lome
New Taisen
Spamlord
Telegrin Seve
Ntertnruter
Raymond Fart
George Ute Fuare
Geen Paules
Sth Regiment
Kent Firemen
Industrial Bowler’s
Shelton Dinner
Long Hill
Bridgeporters
Captain Daley
Billin
Brookfield
Ellen Day Ranken Huntington
Davidson Bier
Upton Mass
WC Matthews
Wilmington
Del
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Thomas H Matteson Dasisvile
Rice Tekamah
Wiham
Tits Warviel NL
Barren Rocks
Merritt M
Clark Brookfield Center
Toremaniising
Mid
Groton Mass
Budset Poultry Farm
Amherst
Deer Brook Poultry
Fort Falls
Nho
Dickinson
Longuhadow
Mass
White Leghorns
Hansons
Rowpert
Frank Feigel
Tiliam H Donaldson
Asetar
Wwn
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