Tax list dispute sparks city manufacturing tax plan
Public debate centers on 1923 grand list taxes and a proposed rise for manufacturers. Officials study the plan amid litigation risks, with discussions of how increased assessments might affect industry and city finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rty
Oor India
Imerense
Isos
Umeierses
Wavidutl
Cacta
Peru
Ciy
Rei ‘ Helaine
Bormick
Ifrures
Inion
Tinstead
Yutely Essen Ir
Eltve
G& L
Alstria
Bose
Firemen Work Hard as Overheated Stoves Spark Fires
Fire crews answered three calls in two days amid overheating stoves. A blaze damaged Otto Bughart’s office building on Kent Avenue causing about $58 in damages. A prior chimney fire occurred on a nearby street with no injuries reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steve
Michigan
Surprise store joins business center expansion
A local store joins a planned business center expansion led by D Af Reid related firms. The new Saprise Store moves from Main Street to Van Street, with a modern 01 million department setup near Drogd Street. The move signals a westward retail push and an opening slated for Saturday with a special sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D Af Reid
Vicutty Cie Sim Po
Locaye
Richard P Smith
Faizison
Nina W Putnam Granted Divorce
Nina W Putnam was granted a divorce from her husband in a Providence court. The case covers residency, alimony statements, and the planned remarriage of Putnam after the four-year marriage. The proceeding notes that her husband contested some claims while she asserts support needs and future plans.
Harry Thaw Again Seeking Freedom
A garbled OCR fragment references Harry Thaw seeking freedom. It mentions Twelyn Seant and dates or names unclear, with incomplete phrases about court actions and residence. The readable elements indicate a criminal case context but lack coherent details or a full narrative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Thaw
Luttringer Stock Campaign Gathers Momentum
The Luttringer Stock Company drives ticket sales as Catis clubs form in stores and factories. Subscriptions and season tickets surged with 183 season tickets and additional telephone orders pushing totals past 1000. The drive aims to boost campaign support and determine campus sentiment ahead of next week’s decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fla
Luttinger
Wanasger Chuleys
Minasi
Mate Nee
Evenin
Yeserdu
Archibald McNeil to Take Hand in National Campaign
Archibald McNeil in Washington to discuss a role with Democratic leadership. He met with Sen. Harrison and others at the National Committee, signaling potential Connecticut delegation involvement and a possible position if the Democratic ticket forms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archibald Hneil
Giorgio
Don Jurarohabald Viello
Diadseport
Washington
Ordell Hull
Natonal Committee
Pat Tallison
Sauler
Edoward
Edwards
New Jersey
Erdera
Mir “McSeil
Aoa
Connecticut
San
Cordell
Karrison
Didwards
WeNen
Vechairman
Democratic National Committee
New Orlaras
Itarison
Ehowman Hull
McNeil
MucNeil
Meweil
Congressaian
Gongress
Sp Posite
Pf Theriews
Daimlerens
Sestions
Meetings Tonight at Several Local Halls and Streets
Residents are urged to attend meetings across multiple streets and avenues including Bridgeport, Jaridgeport, and Washington avenue. The notices list venues such as lodges and halls with addresses like 162 Can ron, Pount Washingto avenue, and 396 Striusfel avenue, indicating a series of civic or veterans group gatherings tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lridge
Ford
Jaridgeport
Tifle
State Almor Ludgeport Aither
Gus Y Breid
Ilo Netpi
Fogale Stell
Ital
Pount Washingto Avenue
Torepha
Terran
Amvera
Striusfel
Pepuli A
North Avenur
Schooner Blossom Arrives in Africa Fortnight Overdue
The schooner Blossom, overdue by a fortnight, reaches St Vincent, Africa, after storms and Malayan jostling on the first leg of its voyage. Captain Simmons expects whale hides for mounting. wireless trouble blocked Cleveland message since November 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blossom
Africa
Simmons
Paul Marshall
St . Vincent West
Cape Verle
Kew London
Lossoin
Sc Vincents
Volcine
Portugal
Ain
Nine merchants defrauded by check swindlers across city
Within the last month nine merchants were duped of almost $300 in goods by forged and worthless checks. One man obtained Jennings Manufacturing bank checks and cashed six bogus checks for $3445 each. Police are seeking suspects including Adam Ubanowics Anthony Ferro Ignite Hrady and others for passing bad checks to buy auto parts and accessories. Investigators pursue Charles Witrolynsk Prof Taylor and Walter J. Wanford for additional frauds totaling $30 in exchange for an auto purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl
Jennings Manufacturing Company
Weste
Autbrose Raselowie
Hallam Street
Andrew Pevy Recl
Tembrohe Street
Benjaminorda
Ogden Street
Adam Ubanowics
Kossuth Street
Anthony Ferroreviez
Theteen Street
Ignite Hrady
Joseph Puyatsky
Orchird Street
Wheelia
Trial of Rum Laden Zeehond Crew Begun
The trial opens under federal prosecutors for the Dutch schooner Zeehond seized near New Haven with 2000 cases of champagne and liquor. Captain Hendrick Krans and eight crew members face conspiracy charges tied to smuggling operations. Trial continues with testimony on arrests, confessions, and potential penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabel Normand
Lore Tan
Hendrik Krans
Wuanasy
Fae Island
Jier
United States
Antwerp
Hall
Hold Examination for Post Office Position
A competitive exam to fill a Bridgeport Post Office vacancy will be held here on January 1. The job pays 1250 a year for four years and the same day an exam will determine eligibility for messenger, watchman, laborer, and other posts at the same facility for men and women. Some positions may specify sex.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nash
Scendoth
Inesss Tong
Ugher Court
Vampini
Thase
Mastin
CP Ot Smith
Iboa
Darfen
Kee Wan
Harles Dana Estate
Joxeneche
Arta
Vou
Hartford
Bridgepot
Civilserfce Commission
Vauruncios
Husted Heads Charities Board in Local Shakeup
Board of Charities elected Harry Tr lusted as president and William Jehrens named member. Commissioners Mis daevh Istrin and William Jo lui joined committees. Husted and Charles Aehwarty took hills and home committee roles. Dorothy A Cohen named director at Legal Aid. staff changes noted as potential actions before next budget.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Tr Lusted
Wayoy I
William Jehrens
Board of Charities
Yesterdiy Uterndon Ma
William Behrens
Cale Board
Mis Daevh Istrin
Wiliam Jo
Lui Wee
Hours E Husted
Charles Aehwarty
Hills de Home
Margaret Vera Collage
Jac Bond
Misa
Dorothy A Cohen
Urfield
Pois
Michael E
Ierr
Ifiliside Hom
UG Fo South Mowis
Tonted
Ves
Erdas Snuth
Twoier Diumisty Auen
Pew
Barrett
Local Doctors Before Grand Jury Report Irregularities
A fragmented article describes local physicians facing a grand jury probe into medical licensing and conduct. It notes testimony from several doctors and witnesses, mentions a district attorney’s inquiry, and references locations and names tied to the investigation.
Still Withhold Assessor Books On Factory Lists
In a London meeting about factory lists officials debate withholding assessor books. The session discusses bidders and the interns options, with unclear details about taxation or valuation.
Veteran clown Pete Conklin dies after recital in coma
Pete Conklin 87 long known as a Barnum circus veteran and Queen Victoria tableau performer died in a New York hospital after reciting A Midsummer Night's Dream in bed for his daughter and nurse audience. He appeared with brothers and fellow clowns across decades and was famed for his Shakespearean parodies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pete Conklin
New York
Barnum Circus
Elks Theus
Armory
Main Street
George Conklin
Iwide
Equity Players
48Th Street Theatre
Mall
iQueen Victoril
Pete
Queen Victoria
Hago
Ite
James Robinson
Iiding Baiebackh
Barnu
Concii
Cincinnati
Edward VII
Prince of Wates
Dan Rice
Dan Costella
John Lowle
Dan Gitomer
Livatt Frost
Burr Robina Tie
John Johnsons
van Amburg
Robins
Bainuns Jie
Mexico
I Omoieus
Amereas Widdie West Conklin
Utor
Snakespeare
Booth
Mary
Washington Day in Senate Sees No Major Shifts
A Washington briefing notes hearings and committee work as the Senate convenes discussions on trade and government aid. Officials deny an arms alert and say shipments to Mexico are not authorized. The House Immigration Committee prepares constitutional revision inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adthhellcoleissons
Praslem
Internunition
Dienta
Hughes Wornd
Congress
Leorgan Weition
Cate
House
Also Mentioned on This Page
Aero
Cee Roana
Raha
Fairfield Avenue
Broad Street
Nina W. Putnam
Wachsen
Robert
Sander
Rampins
Eo Mantle
Oon
Midison
Ammerce
Eafih
Providence
Juande Island
America
Tolbert Jo Seruersom
Sipport
BOONE
Oomsadt
Luttringer Stock Company
Theatre Club
Bridgeport
Hull
Pat” Harrison
Cleveland Natural History Museum
Atlantic
New London
Welle Saflangs
Jorto Gainde
St Nancent Island
Wiest
Afriva
Hert
Carl PY Robuutson Associats
Strix
Jay
von Page Gin
Ealou
Tnge
Pheer Thor
Cater
Gicer
Rass Normand
Juitar
Wisin
Greaves
Vass Neiman
Creles
Amons
Kenisan Denver
Burns
Darien
Felemmen
Lids
Orarma
Ens Orhey Tin
Corporieties
Bart Owher
Diaye Norton
Wilmot
Howsela Tk
Husted
Behrens
Oprissas
Samuel
Asyhim Street
Mar Street
Avias
Emir Glby Onuml
Hiv Beer Saimonet
Pyatad
Stratfield Cafeteria
Stratfield Hotel
Cantuch, Mer
Zimbalist
Poli’s Palace
M. Steinert & Sons Co
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!