1921 Tax Appeals and Levy Totals Across Cities
The Board of Relief and assessors in 1921 processed about 1,005 appeals, with total granted reductions reaching 261,906 dollars. Bridgeport collected the most real money at 6,897,842.32 dollars, while Atwater and other cities faced varying appeal outcomes. Percent collections and grand totals for 1921 are detailed, noting substantial differences among Bridgeport Hartford Britain New Haven Waterbury and Maury.
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Atwater
W. HH
Bort
Board of Relief
Rds
Graview
Comport
Saute Inn
Ikea
Nara
Maury
Bridgeport
Hartford
Britain
New
Waterbury
Bridges
Laura Hadley Engaged to Wed Yale Instructor
Laura Beaumont Hadley daughter of Arthur Twining Hadley president emeritus of Yale and Laura Moseley engaged to Nicholas Moseley Yale classics student and Yale University Press worker. Moseley served as naval officer during the war and is son of James A Moseley and grandson of Edward Connolly.
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Laura Beaumont Aughter
Arthur Twining
Yale
Nicholas Moseley
and Ley
Adley
Aasar
Yale University Press
Luzon
Con
Moseley
United States Naval Siquarters
London
Agy
James A. Moseleyrandson
Edward Conig
North Carolina
Meetings Tonight Bulletin of Local Lodges
Fragments list upcoming meetings for fraternal and civic groups including the Philosophical Society Women’s Council Maccabees Knights and Ladies lodges O O F unions and the American Legion, with street addresses and lodge numbers noted for scheduling.
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Port Philosophical Society
Women'’s Council
Beach Pen Tribe
Ain Street
Te of the Maccabees
Eyemen’s Lodge
A. M
Otter Lodge
O. O. Jr
Treet
Rhian Lodge
Charta Lodge
Sons of St
Stratford Avenue
Harry Cutler
Main
Harry W
Mayor Atwater Reappoints Stanley Amid Criticism
Mayor Atwater defended John C. Stanley’s reappointment as police commissioner, citing ability, long service, and strict discipline. He noted Democratic criticism over Stanley’s renewal while exploring a Fire Board replacement for William W. Gledhill and considering other substitutes, with a decision expected today.
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Atwater
Varigs
Louch
John C. Stanley
Stanley
William W. Gledhill
Gledhill
Alderman Supports Promontion Petitions At Hearing
Aldermen moved to stay promotions as Atlantic Refining Co sought permission to erect a tire and concrete funding structure with public amenities costing between 25000 and 30000 dollars. The council granted the petition with standard restrictions amid no opposition at the hearing.
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Atlantic Refining Company
Fire ‘Committee
J. W. Brindseve
1. M. Sperry
Chary Smith
C.H
Avovengstee
Ald
Derman Sanford
Fairfield Avenue
Wilsworth Street
Seeley
Park Commission
H. F. Cooney
Clinton Barnum Seeley
Prospect School
Ways and Means Committee
Board of Education
Board of
Finance Committee
House
Saugus
Fairfield County
John S. Thornhill
Brookfield
Fairfield
Hartford
Lawrence J. Chambers
Bridgeport
Charles A. Waters
Norwalk
Irank P. Menten
Windham
H. M. Ayers
Westport
Thuse
Renate
Charles A
Cousin of Famous Editor Dies in 88th Year
Wranklin ME. Greeley, 88, cousin of Horace Greeley editor of the New York Tribune, dies at home 39 Jane Street Bridgeport after six weeks illness. Longtime East Side resident, inspector at Wheeler WilSom Sewing Machine Co now Singer. Survived by daughter Susie F E Lee, three grandchildren, two great grandchildren. Funeral Thursday 4 pm at the gate home, burial Evergreen Cemetery New Haven.
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Wranklin
Greeley
Horace Greeley
New York Tribune
Life General
New Haven
Jane Street
East Side
Wheeler & Wilsom Sewing Machine Company
Singer Manufacturing Company
Mactony
Park Street Congregational Church
Bridgeport
Nashud
N. H
Way
Seneca Greeley
Priscilla Field Greeley
Susie Fe, Lee
Taez N, Standish
Philadelphia
Evelyn Lyhme
Howard G. Lee
Lee Brothers Furniture Co
I. F. R. Beale
The
Park Congregational Church
Evergreen Cemetery
New Mayen
Governor Templeton to be sworn in during public parade
Historic ceremony marks Governor Templeton's oath at the Representatives Hall amid a large public parade. Chief Justice Goores Wheeler will administer the oath as officials from Hartford and Bridgeport join the statewide event with military escorts and formal dress.
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M. Salmon
Westport
Harvey P. Bissell O
Midgefield
Wramcis Ballotti
Hartford
Donald J. Warner
Saisbury
Rouitine
G. Harald Gipatrick
Ag Treasuray
Frank Ec Heiley
Goores W. Wheeler
Bridgeport
Amthete
Templeton
SIAC
Meombherg
Mie
Coveror
Chravermors
National Guard
Army
Navy
Many Candidates Quit For Bench Of Ty Court
With the opening of The Pession of the General Assembly today, the blermial fight for places in the City court of Bridgeport begins. There are many candidates for the judge and deputy judge posts including Deputy Judge A. M. Comley and Attorney Ralph T. Beers. Senator Frank J Wilder denies current candidacy while others quietly seek seats. Comley says he would welcome the position but is not actively campaigning.
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General Assembly
Bridgeport
Governor Lake
A. M. Comley
Ralph T. Beers
W. B. Boardman
Beers
Frank J L. Wilder
Wilder
Challenger
Hartford
A. M. Comlay
Police Chief Praises Mayor and Board Confidence
Mayor lauds Police Commission and department leadership in a year end review. He pledges personal responsibility and urges merit based promotions from within ranks, aiming to elevate the force to the highest efficiency and maintain harmony among officers.
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Dgel
Foreign Born Mothers Forgotten, Says Speaker at Meeting
Miss Margaret Hickey of the Americanization department told the Jennies Dennis Burr chapter that foreign born mothers in America are forgotten. She urged teaching mothers alongside children and discussed cost of family care. The meeting featured musical selections and set the next gathering for February. Malpeque oysters are found in Richmond Bay, Prince Edward Island.
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Faire Bend
Jan
America
Missy Margaret Hickey
Americanization Department
State Board of Education
Dennis Burr
A. Ti
Fluntey
Stevenson
Richmond Bay
Prince Edward Island
Palm Beach Wardrobe Hype From Ma Kanses Fashion Muse
The Sunday Post previews spring styles by Ma Kanses, famed wardrobe creator, urging travelers from war torn lands to plan coastal outfits for Palm Beach. Emphasizes practical, breezy attire suitable for southern shores and warm climates.
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Ma. Kanses
Smiy
Radio Programs Broadcast From Newark Station Tonight
A Newark broadcast schedule lists a day full of music and talks. Recitals by Joseph Barnett and William Mum, concerts by the Philharmonic Society of New York, and a long rail of performances from artists including Louis Bennett Marie Edterbrook and Layne Freemantle are slated with station WRAPS. The program also features farm market updates and weather signals, all produced with New York studios and Ambassator Hotel connections.
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Worl, Bamberger Co
Newark
N. J
Vogue
Vanity Fair
Nast
Jethel Rabe
Joseph Barnett
Louise Egner
Hammer
Pbh
McGill
Marget_ son
Sporting News
Fred J. eBndell
The
Newark Ledg
WIZ
Westinghouse el
Mfg Co
Women’s Wear
Aida P
OIL
Dillron and Steel
Iron Age
T OW
Jerence Smith Vincent
Peter
Arlington
E.A.F
American Tel
Tels
New York
Reesital Hy
Wiliam Muni
Braver
Bartitone
A. Phe Ki
Cmonoy
Vision Sain
Herodiade
I Ram
William Mum
Bavér’ Burifone
AnnEligdan
Vannuceini
Marie Edterbrook
Centralto
A.V. Yip- Trio
Levee
Rachel
Reese ‘Saleter
Louis Bennett
Barrons
Burleigh
Sullivan
Marie Wilerbrook
Tipton
Ronaldy
der Lenz
Hildach
Philharmonic Socety of
Josef Strans
Cotlege
City of New York
Konigakinder
Homperdineck
Madley
Tristen
Vison
Wagner
Strauss
Hines
WAAC
Ile Shop
Boston
Awe Arcade
Progran
Ore
Arthur Klein
Bevera
WEAW
Nashvor
Doniat
Willes
Liea Corps
Civenits
Nickerson Nominated Speaker as Bridgeport Moves
The Bridgeport council convened as Buckley nominates Leonard J. Nickerson of Cornwall for speaker while Charles Buckley notes the senior member should not lead due to age. Clerk Leo J. Noonan and assistant Daniel B. Hickey are named. Senate clerk J. Frederick Baker selected. A zoning ordinance measure and Soldiers field purchase funding discussed.
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Leonard J. Nickerson
Cornwall
Buckley
Nickerson
Sturges
Woodbury
Cronin
New London
Darbie
Killingly
Noon
Leo J. Noonan
Daniel B. Hickey
Stamford
Senate ‘Caucus
J. Frederick’ Baker
New Haven
Senate
Board of
Voll Call
Bridgeport
General Assembly
Vrice
Costello
Phat
City of
Common Council
Fire Committee
Undertaker Calls Spark Neighborhood Scare in NY
A New York woman endured repeated calls from would‑be undertakers claiming to bury her. A neighbor once hostile allegedly smiled during a visit, and when asked if the woman was alive the hint led to police action. The neighbor posted bond to keep the peace for six months. A stray ad promotes Bromo Quinine tablets as a cold remedy.
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New York
Political Shifts Mark Day in Washington and Court Ruling
The Day in Washington notes recess for Senate and House hearings on the Kellorg-White Federal Radio Control Bill. Secretary Fall will retire March 4. Pierce Butler sworn in as Associate Justice, succeeding William R Day. White House confirms U.S. will accept the Hague award of 12 million to Norway. Childrens Bureau reports rising maternity deaths and falling mortality. Germany proposes a Four Power no war pact. France finds the plan unacceptable.
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Senate
House
House Merchant Marine Committee
Pierce Butler
St. Paul
United States Supreme Court
William R. Day
White House
United States
Hague
Norway
State Department
Germany
France
Judge Receives Offer for Dr McKain to Return Voluntarily
The message outlines his decision in the case stating Dr. McKain is willing to return to Louisiana voluntarily but cannot do so until released by the court.
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Dr. McKain
Louisiana
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St. Paul's Methodist Church
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Vraniolen
M. Greeley
Lake Wile
TY Court
Boardman
Police Commission
Palm Beach
Greenwich Witch
Herea Shapiro
PAT Men's Club
Carl I. Shaq
Charles H. Shipman
Leesburg
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State
Sanford
Lavery
B. W. Grova
Florida
Alao Southern Pines
Pinehurst
Camden
Savannah
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G. E. P. A. Seabonard Air Line Railway
W. 42Nd Street
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Childrens' Bureau
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