27 Feb 1924
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1924
Page
1
Washington report on February 26 details White House talks between President Coolidge and Attorney General Daugherty. Amid rumors of resignation, aides on both sides weigh the risks and timing, with Coolidge's stance uncertain and cabinet plans unsettled.
Mulh officials observe weather as heavy snow forecast with gale warnings. O'Brien, superintendent of streets, orders full readiness with plows and equipment staged overnight. Crews notified by phone numbers for rapid response if storm hits city streets.
Juhu Doran, a truck driver, received a one year jail term from Judge Abbm L. Brown in the Criminal court for the November 2, 1928 killing of four year old Charles Clark. The judge warned future cases may see punishment in state prison for deadly driving. State's attorney Homer S. Cinnngs argued the driver could have stopped earlier. Doran wept as the sentence was pronounced. Earlier, Joseph Risve was sent to Cheshire reform school for indecent assault.
News of George Randolph Cheater a famed author and playwright who died at 65. His career included Get Rich Quick Wallingford and Blackie Dan and he collaborated with wife Lilian Chester. The piece blends obituary with humorous anecdotes of his later life.
Informative discussion contrasts the Melon plan for redweton taxes with the charter substitute proposed by Representative Charter and others. Dr Spencer J. Dawes advocates premigration medical and mental examinations and passport screening to ensure healthy, fit citizens. A fire at 670 Berkshire Avenue caused slight damage after a cigarette sparked a box of popcorn.
Special report from Danbury states police took statements and gathered preliminary details in the case of Pietro Vasco a spaghetti house proprietor sought for a week as a suspect in the murder of Constable George J. Goer of Kent. A warrant charging murder was issued by the prosecutor.
Officials on scene pursue an investigation into who removed a rubber switch plug from a Manhattan Street trolley switch last Saturday. The inquest heard the plug was in place at 3 39 am, and the hearing adjourned for a week while police continue the probe into possible criminal intent amid a fatal and injuring incident in Stamford.
A meeting in Springfield gathers Easton and regional farmers for the Cooperative Farm Exchange Steering Board. Key figures include Armbar Sherewood and Ben Mapper of Kansas, with Han Heket named vice president and Cog-lidge slated for next year as principal speaker.
Fragmentary Bridgeport Sunday Post item questions dieting and exercise myths. Mentions a notable figure and youth slenderness, hints at a health controversy and advice on access to fitness secrets.
Washington February reports a heated House session ending amid personal exchanges and threats from Republican leaders to oppose passage of the revenues bill. A row over auto tax reductions dominated, with proposed levies stretching from one to forty percent for various auto items. The cigarette tax was raised, and a provision exempting theatre tickets under fifty cents withstood attacks.
Mayor William Behrens of Bridgeport issues a statement noting a tax rate of 28.2 mills set by the Board of Apportionment to cover approximately 35,000 dollars of prior indebtedness left by the previous administration. He cites specific items including Stratford Avenue bridge judgments and other costs, and says without that debt the 1924-1925 rate would have been about 24 mills. He pledges equitable cuts and urges departments to stay within appropriations.
Iraki Aisco former alderman of Yenth district and owner of the Frank J. Risco Coal Company along with Jon Chiota president of the Ideal Cuil Company were arraigned before Judge Halph Herestr City court yesterday on charges of short weight in coal deliveries. Kisco fined $75 and costs and Chiota $50 with costs for alleged shortages in two shipments in January. A separate City hall tax rate debate followed, with officials discussing signing a blank master rate book and potential tax abatements future refunds due to appeals.
Bridgeport reports a pared city budget with a final tax rate of 28.0 mills after apportionment cuts across departments. Mayor proposes keeping the Assignee department. clerks work through the night to sign off on appropriations, while a fusion of officials and workers faces charges and legal action in a tense funding scramble.
Washington dispatch reports the United States Senate ratified the arbitration treaty with the Netherlands, marking formal approval of the pact. The action follows negotiation in recent weeks and confirms U S commitment to collaborative dispute resolution with the Dutch government.
Washington memorial service for President Harding will be attended by Cabinet members, Supreme Court justices, and members of the foreign diplomatic corps. The eulogy will be delivered by a secretary as lawmakers gather in the House chamber at noon with governors and diplomats present.
Behrens and Burnha factions clash as the city board cuts preliminary appropriations by 547,587.79 and sets a final tax rate of 28.2 mills on a Grand List of 2,091,598. The plan reduces the hygiene bureau budget and abolishes board fees, with a 1.82 per thousand tax impact for homeowners and a 28.2 mill rate equal to a reduced levy despite a larger base. Mayor Behrens supports shifting funds and the executive committee backs the move to eliminate the hygiene department within public health efforts.
The first women’s Coolidge club forms in Shel t g with about 6 supporters at the inaugural meeting. Elected officers and four committees set dates for meetings and outline aims. Members include Mrs. Dyer and Mrs. Otin Shi, with plans to discuss archery and other programs in cooperation with the Republican party.
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