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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1923
Page
7
A legislative push discusses curbing board influence over executive and administrative arms of state government. Proposals include limiting eligibility for state boards, restoring oversight, and addressing abuses and cost imbalances in appropriations. Bills were referred to judiciary and appropriations committees with hearings anticipated.
John Charles Wilbur, 68, pleaded not guilty to murder in the shooting of Frank Garry of East Haddam last Saturday night in Wilbur's Salem shack. He was held without bail until the May term of the Criminal Superior Court.
The Post Office Department in Washington issues an order to Postmaster Charm Greene and supervisors to arrange weekly Saturday half holidays for day employes. Schedules ensure a fair rotation so that every worker receives a share of the half Saturdays while maintaining mail handling. The plan aims to minimize disruption by staggering leave and adjusting venues where possible.
New London January 10 Associated Press announces the appointment of Prof. Erb as music professor at Women’s College. Erb is an organist, composer and writer on music, and previously led as president of the Music Teachers National Association. He also taught at Adelphi College, Wooster College, and the University of Illinois.
A Rochester man claims a remedy dissolves deep seated uric acid and ends rheumatic agony within 24 hours. The ad asserts a guaranteed treatment via Hindle Drug Stores, urging sufferers to seek relief and refunds, with mention of a full patent medicine package.
In Shelton on January 10 the Board of Aldermen held its first regular meeting. Committees were appointed and Police Chief William Donovan asked for a salary increase from 1800 to 2000 dollars yearly. The board will forward the request to the Legislature via the Police committee. Also noted were plans for the Charles Sutter Post American Legion fourth annual concert and ball on Friday January 13 at the new high school auditorium. Gould Shetton, injured last week, is convalescing.
Hartford Jan 10 The Supreme Court of Error sustained the finding that the five executors of Morton F Plant were entitled to 435000 for estate of about 26000000 The court said the compensation was just and proper The court also ruled trustees of Edmund Converse estate in Greenwich had discretion over distribution of trust funds for seven grandchildren The guardian of five of 27 children opposed the guardian for two other payments
Vice-president T. J. Pardy will present his first address for the Riwanis club at the Stratfiell noon meeting. Wallace Bayliss, secretary, is sick. Hob Garrahants, assistant secretary, oversees duties during Bayliss’s absence.
Ernest O Malley, commander general to the irregular forces, wounded and captured in the November raid, is slated for a court martial tomorrow. The Irregulars claim the British government should not execute him for the raid on the Four Courts, after he surrendered on behalf of the Republican Garrison.
Testifying for rank Pabic, Steve Martin wood vendor said the accused's wife gave him a drink. The court questioned why. The case will continue today. Dame Campell was injured last night between two rollers at the American Tube and Stamping plant. Dr Margulis moved the injured to Viridriport hospital. Fifteen arrests were made for anti parking violations by police yesterday.
Jan 10 Associated Press reports a Near Eastern conference decree forces about one million Muslims and Christians to swap homes across Greece and Turkey. Muslims north of the Aetenic peninsula must live in Turkey while Greek Christians in Turkey move to Greece. Leaders justify the move as essential for long term peace despite hardships to individuals.
Burnham named sub committees of the Board of Apportionment to aid Leverty. Members include William Burnham, Clark, Spargo, and Leverty with various department heads and city officials assigned to public works, health, charities, police, and other city services. Remaining departments to be handled by Fleck, Sullivan, and Goddard.
On January 10 the Sherman school held a Don't Get Hurt safety pageant for all grades during a Parent Teacher Association meeting. Children demonstrated safety campaigns, with talks by Association members, songs, and entertainment. A membership drive for the local organization, part of the National Mothers Congress, was announced.
Mindle Towns reports Porter of Portland was chosen chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Connecticut State Hospital. He succeeds former Gov. Frank R. B. Ave, who retired after thirty years of service. Mr Weeks resigned after decades of work.
Hartford Tan. 10. The Board of Control held a private session by order of Gov. Templeton. The board announced that henceforth its meetings would not be open to the public or the press. Only routine business was transacted.
Southington January 10 Willard G Headman a physician for over forty years and former medical examiner died at his Southington home He served as president of the Southington Medical Association and was health officer of the town.
A Harty and Harris notice from Hydaieport dated January 10 1938 promotes gas as the preferred cooking and supplemental heating method over coal. It emphasizes cleanliness efficiency safety ventilation and cost with practical tips for maintaining gas appliances and using burners at minimal flame for economical operation. Names include Oscar Richmond and Frank J Anderson.
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