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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1924

Page

20

Coordination of Effort Aids 10 Health Workers

A detailed morbidity report describes rapid coordination among health workers after a diphtheria case. The Health Department and local Town Office traced the child, established quarantine earlier than others, and urged prompt treatment to prevent spread to distant areas. The report notes additional scarlet fever and other cases, urging continued vigilance and reporting.

Wwe Jtown Vito Mann Porteal

Murchison Wins Two Millrose Races

Murchison dominates the Millrose events at Companed Team Pale 10 in Changwon, edging rivals by clear margins in the 1, 2, and 4 yard races. Listed finishers include Len Sette, Ray Y. Welson, Harold W. Woods, and James Tiel, with Boston College and City College of New York figures noted among participants.

Wi Changwon Johna Kophing Cole Pesten College Hick Len Sette Ray Y Welson Dee School of Mines Iy Harold Vwoos Hhnow Richmond Woloedor Giese Boston Loston College James Tiel

Mass of cement found in harbor mud blocks cable work near Stratford Ave

Diggers uncover a large cement mass wedged in mud by a submerged barge. A diver attempted to attach cables to it, then blasting was required to rise the obstruction. The mass, years old, formed by water action. Tug crews brought in sand and grit cargos. chemicals await unloading. Lighthou se tender repaired buoys after last week storm. a new buoy to be installed soon.

Seeyral Heyy Stratford Avenue

92 Year Old WIthney Finds Youthful Spirit in Adversity

The Milwaukee Leader profiles 92 year old Mrs Whitney living in Bridgeport who travels to visit her California son Frank Archibali Whitney. She recalls youth, notes today’s youth smoke, supports voting and Prohibition, remains active, reads, sews, and enjoys life despite aging, planning further travels if able.

Whitney

Westport Postmaster Race Rumors Spur Republican Split

Applicants deny taking postal exams for Westport postmaster job amid rumors of a party split. Washington notes say Wood is the only eligible candidate from December 21 testing. three Republicans deny testing and cite business experience. Local GOP leaders refuse to endorse Democratic incumbent Wood despite pressure.

Westport Bridgeport Wiliam J Wood Washington Wood Jasl Mary M Crawford Herbert C Welch William C Welch Post Offce Republican Town Committee Madern Art Wood Mr Wood Woods

Tax Revision Debate Faces Partisan Split in Congress

In a continued debate on 1923 tax reductions, Republicans push for a nonpartisan rate schedule while Democrats insist on a partisan plan. The fight centers on whether to adopt a Gaine plan and how to proceed with income tax rates, with both sides trading refusals to concede tangible compromises. Separately, Prof Stratton of California reports cattle show little reaction to blood, with excitement tied to the wounded animal’s cries rather than blood.

Hill Democrata Congress House G M Stratton Taweretty California Stratton Lariem Home News

Truck Driver Freed of Blame in Boy’s Death

Coroner’s inquest finds Thomas Mahoney not criminally liable for the death of eight year old John Aron of 48 Tielen Street Stratford. The truck had rolled in reverse after children climbed aboard while the driver had left it, pinning the boy near a bridge wall. The gear shift was worn and loosened, and the reverse shift occurred while the vehicle was unattended.

Thomas Mahoney John Aron Tielen Street John J Phelan Voone Mahoney Broadbridge Statford John Aion Bridgeport Corone Phelan

Barr Counsel Linked With OS Firms Raises Proposals

In Washington the Senate discussed barring counsel tied to oil firms as an amendment to a 100000 dollar appropriation for prosecutions. Indications showed strong support, with White House discussions involving Assistant Attorney General Hollan Me and Secretary Slemp, while President Coolidge pondered a joint resolution for a settlement.

Galection 2S Thomis W Grigory Lexa Silis Foatlawnpool Chieige Mi Stiiwa Mio Geregzory Heweser Leles White House Hollan Slemp Coolridge

Damaged Horse Leads to Major Suit Over False Sale

A damage suit filed by Times Kepaeses claims Andrew Lecoulas sold an unsound unkind horse for 100 dollars that later caused 2 000 dollars in damage. The plaintiff says the animal was misrepresented as well behaved and that the seller altered the horse to induce purchase, resulting in further damages of 2 250 dollars.

Kepaeses Andrew Lecoulas Hus civ Heqouias

Damage suit over cattle attack in city park

A local claim alleges property damage after a herd damaged a malt and ignited another vehicle owned by a city resident. The owner, George Sh Khepareseg, sought $2500 in damages from Lecouras, who reportedly refused payment, prompting a lawsuit filed to recover $59 and the total damages.

A Wo Burrito Campa George Sh Khepareseg Lecouras

Morgan Agents on Marland Oil Board

Representatives of J P Morgan and C W Heath were to be elected to the board of directors of the Marland Oil Company at the meeting. The plan included the purchase of 3000 shares of Marland Company stock. The report appears fragmented and partially garbled.

Morgan Marland Oil Board New York T P Morgan & C Nui Chase Etem Company Marland Company

Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children Ad

An old advertisement urges mothers to use Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for Children to ease colds fevers teething and stomach complaints. It claims to regulate bowels relieve headaches and promote sleep with a long history of use and a mail order address for purchase.

Gray Mathers Meier Git

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