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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1923

Page

3

Improvements 70 Harbor Will Be Discussed Here

Superintendent J. Yates, sent by Director Putnam of the Bureau of Lighthouse, will confer with Stratford officials, state organizations, and manufacturing interests to review needs for night navigation, lighting, and marking of the Housatonic River entrance. Proposals include a pod light at Point Po-Poing, replacing the buoy with a white flashing light, marking Crimpo Point bend with a red light, and an oscillating light at the river’s end. Representatives of Amoco, Gulf Refining, Naugatuck Valley Motorboat Club, Bridgeport Towing, and Bedell’s shipyards will attend. Mayor Atwater and Harbormaster Lamond will represent the city.

9.T. Yates G. BR. Putnam Bureau of Lighthouse Department of Commerce Washington Stratford Tierby SheHon Anid Tety Housatonic Nsetter Pootatuck Cht Pointpo-Poing Crimbos Treguia Armerican Rprass Company Gulf Refining Company All Coal Company Naugatick Valley Motorboat Club Bridgeport Towing Lime Bedells Shipyards Fred Atwater W. A. Lamond

LODGES TO HEAR ADDRESS BY DR A LEVY AT BINAI BRISH NIGHT

Alminders and Harmony Lodge No 711 and Abraham Lodge No 1 will hear Dr A Levy speak on Binai Brish night at the Fark Avenue temple Friday at eight. Abraham Lodge to hold its 56th annual ball at Stratfield hotel Saturday evening February 10 with a dinner served during intermission chaired by Henry Speenstein.

Alminders and Friends of Harmony Lodge Abraham Lodge A. Levy Fark Avenue Temple Abraham

Death toll in trolley crash case at Fairfield avenue

A Superior court jury ruled the Connecticut Co. not guilty of contributory negligence in the case of the estate of Edward Grifin, administrator for Midward Wake. Grifin was fatally injured when struck by a trolley car on Fairfield avenue last fall. The estate sought $15,000 in damages, but the jury awarded none, finding the company not liable.

Midward N. Wake Edward Grifin Connecticut Co Grifin Fairfield Avenue

Enfield Seats Fight in Connecticut House Contest

Hartford telegram reports a contested election for two Enfield seats. Republicans Bridge and Bent petitioned after a recount ordered by a superior court judge threw out 500 Enfield ballots. The recount affected contests for probate, not representatives, but supporters argue it may alter outcomes. The committee adjourned without a decision.

Stair Hartford Jan House Treiilenfield Henry J. Bridge Sharies D. Bent Samnel Sisisky Enfield Bent William, Hyland, Jr Bridge Citizens A. Sporrs Campbell Hinman Superior Court Geattle Flugh M. Aborty Edward M. Yeomans Thompsonville Jfhe I Sheylard J Portland London Salisbury Motoy Derby

Local Republicans Given Appointments at Capitol

Two local Republicans, George Sanger of the Ninth district and Harvey Brown of the Tenth district, were appointed by State Comptroller Harvey Hissel to serve as assistants to the superintendent at the Capitol in Hartford during the current legislative session. They receive $600 each and began duties yesterday.

George Sanger Harvey Brown Tenth Harvey Hissel Capitol Hartford

Senate confirms three Harding appointments

The Senate today confirmed the nominations of Robert Woods Bliss of New York, now third assistant secretary of state, to be minister to Sweden, J Butler Wright of Wyoming to be third assistant secretary of state, and Philip Talting of Kingston New York to be collector of customs for the port of New York.

Washington Senate Robert Woods Bliss New York Sweden J. Butler Wright Wyoming Philip Talting Kingston Port

Mayor Patrick Boyle of Newport Dies in Office

Newport, BR OL, Jan 30. Mayor Patrick Boyle, chief executive of this city for 17 years, died today after illness during the campaign in which he defeated Jeremiah Mahoney in a tightly contested bid for reelection.

Newport Patrick 4d Torre Tie Jeremiah PL Mahoney St Femmptay

City of Danbury Defended in Suit Over Defective Sidewall

The City of Danbury is named as defendant in a suit filed in Ruperian Court yesterday by Theodore F. Gilbury. He alleges on January 17, 192% he suffered serious injuries due to a defective outer sidewall caused by the accumulation and improper removal of ice and snow.

Danbury Pepe Ae Theodore F. Gilbury

Births and marriages listed in a county vital statistics page

The notice lists numerous births with parents and locations across towns such as Larchmont, Union Avenue, and Main Street, plus marriage licenses including Philip A. Muir and Josephine Dalton, and George Uflaki with others. Names include Jacob and Annet Alper, Herbert and Amy Palmer, and George Tenney among many others.

Jacob Annet Alper Denver Weson Herbert Amy Palmer Larchmont Jan Leten Smith Park Jin John Rachel Ord Rank Anna Pall Hahwoul Avenue George Margaret Tenney Iss Jtm Jaries Mabel Gerimith Main Street Alfred Kuyl Patehen Cottage Street Margaret -Frango Elis Jane Ian Waa Warriage Philip A. Muir Noble Aurhur Josephine Dalton

Two Men Claim Compensation After Plant Fire Tragedy

The Mezes siblings and Julia Fenner sue for compensation after a December night fire at the American Tube and Stamping plant on Howard Avenue. Victor Mezes died from burns. Frank Weber died aiding others. Witnesses say foreman prohibited smoking. Mezes lit a pipe causing a blaze. The defense argues violation voids dependents’ claims. a ruling is expected from Commissioner Edward Bucking.

Victor Prank Julia Mezes Anthony Mezes Howard Avenue American Tube and Stamping Company Julia Fenner Joseph Poher Burns Edward T. Bucking Mexes Mezes Weber Aieges Teher Czecho-Slovakia George Farnio Lal

Engineers Club Nominates Officers Friday

The Engineers Club announces Friday as the deadline to nominate officers and that five members must endorse each candidate. A single candidate was named for each executive post, with new members admitted at the last meeting including Mayo, Atwater, Beckwith, Tish, Jiba, Shak, Wolfman, Starkweather, Dunleavy, Chasmeyer, Leavenworth, Mills, Wer shaw, Watt, Moors, and Smak.

Carenae Ce Tingineorg Club Esterday Clup Mayo Fred ‘Atwater Frederick Beckwith Jiarold Tish August Jiba John ‘Shak Leslie Wolfman Mienest Tr. Starkweather Ansonia James M. Dunleavy New Haven James WL Chasmeyer Pi. S. Leavenworth Red D. Mills ML Tb. Wershaw EE Watt Richard Moors Julius Smak

Wesleyan Bequestes $25,000 From Philadelphia Councilman Will

The will of the late James A. Develin, Philadelphia councilman, probated today, requests Wes leyan university to receive $25,000 in honor of his father and mother. The Socratic Society of Middletown County bequeathed $2,000 for the Wesleyan Selective Society, with income to be used accordingly.

Philadelphia James A. Develin Wesleyan University Socratic Society of Middletown County Selectic Society

Tanlac testimonial from Wilkimantic man boosts claims

Fred W Deming of Willimantic Connecticut reports dramatic relief from stomach trouble after using Tanlac. He says a single bottle improved his condition after years of suffering and plans to continue the medicine. He praises the product for restoring vitality and daily comfort.

Fred W Deming Willimantic. Co Red W. Deming Willimantic Conn

Jowland's Fur Coats and Blouses Ad

Facing cold days ahead, Jowland's offers coats and blouses priced to sell today. Coats are made from selected skins, neatly matched with high standards, while blouses feature sheer fabrics, various necklines, long sleeves, turned cuffs, and decorative edging. Wide variety, good value at $2. Second floor, rear.

Sport coats for Spring wear showcased in tan and camel

An assortment of stylish sport coats ideal for early Spring wear is shown. Fabrics include tan shades with overplaids and a notable mottled black, white and grey piece. Most coats are comfortable length with patch pockets and decorative stitching, priced around $25. Second Hear center.

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