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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1923

Page

14

Greenwich fixes park congestion with Sunday fee for outsiders

Greenwich boards enforce parking limit at Bryam Park Port Chester by charging non resident cars $1 on Sundays to ease crowding. Last week four officers turned away outsiders. Greenwich and East Port Chester residents welcome the measure though some confusion over voter ID claims arose. The plan aims to reserve space for locals and maintain park and beach privileges.

Greenwich Hecause New York Bryam Park Port Chester Board of Selectmen of Gremnuuh Willo Au Automobiles Ort Chester Greenwih East Port Chester

Autoist pursues, gets driver who sideswiped gar

Alfred Fot of Bridgeport, operating a piano company, acted as detective in Milford chase. A Fox car speeding on Milford highway struck the other vehicle, fled, but was later stopped in Milford Center. Jones, the driver, was arrested for reckless driving evading responsibility and taking a car without permission. He will be tried Sunday in Milford Town Court.

Milford Alfred Fot Alfred Fot Piano Company Bridgeport Dinwell Avenue New Haven Jones Fox Milford Center Staton W B Chase W Sims Dixwell Avenue Saynda Milford Town Court

Wear a Truss Before Operating New Haven Surgical Co advises examination

A fragmentary ad from the New Haven Surgical Company Beaumont Bridgeport urges patients with ruptures to wear a properly fitted truss and seek examination at their office. It promises that a well fitted truss can help many cases while noting cure depends on rupture duration severity and prior treatment.

New Haven Mairfield Avenue Bridgeport

Former G A R head Y dies in Greenwich

William E Quigley former vice commander of the Connecticut department of the Grand Army of the Republic died at his Church street home in Greenwich aged 40. A native of Orange he had lived much of his life in Waterbury. He was a charter member of Waterbury lodge of Elks and four years commander of Wadhams Post A Roof. He is survived by his wife and a son Dr Charles Quigley of New York.

Greenwich William E. Quigley Connecticut Department of the Grand Army of the Republic Church Street Orange

Bootlegger Fined in Westport Then Arrested Again

In a town court scene Frank Sinagio of Suncourt Street Boston faced multiple charges after midnight arrest by State Policeman and Deputy Sheriff for possessing 60 gallons of alcohol. He pleaded guilty to transporting liquor without a permit and was fined 50 dollars plus 607 costs. the charge of liquor with intent to sell was dropped as federal agents took over. Evidence indicated a bench warrant existed, with Sinagio's car and 30 gallons of liquor transferred to Bridgeport agents.

Wostpurde Tuly Eve Sone Frank Sinagro Suncourt Street Boston Oto Sinagio Simuel Maualt Catford Nichol Sinagios Provocuio Edward B_ findiey Sngaro Helsc Eduard Doolin Victor Wardell Bridgeport Joseph Mugaverno Woodward Avenue Norwalk Leo F Carroll Mugavery Phean David A Brennan Compu Road

Safety drive in Fairfield prompts court actions

Fairfield police report a July court appearance for six violators amid a town safety drive. Cases include Albert Halberstadt cited for lack of Connecticut registration and Israel M Goldstein charged with reckless driving after a wheel incident near Peat and Mill Hill roads. Continuous hearings set for Monday and Wednesday.

Fairfield Spear Connecticut Mary Felton Danturi Bennett Israel M Goldstein Eleep Telegraph Peat Road Mill Hill Road Thomas Shaughnessy Te Dlesa Willam Rubenwo Aili

Redding RIDING Jul 19 Highlights and Local Socials

Jul 19 report notes Paul Connery representing John Shannon in a recent driver firing appeal. Miss Kathleen McDonald hosts a bridge party at Bend in the Road Tea Room with Mrs Charles W. Shelton and Mrs William H Hill as hostesses. Mrs P R Bradley visits Rowville Center. Mrs Robert Chamberlain attends a bridge event with eight tables. Miss Jane Archer plans a trip to Paris. Miss Edith Baxter returns to New York.

Paul Connery John Shannon Kaistbeth McDonald Sauter Gyimasin Geral Donald Tanes Airfield County Arm Pureau Association Charles W. Shelton William H Hill Bend In the Road P R Bradley Rowkville Bunnell Charry Ute Los Robert Chamberlain Jane Archer Barur Arthur Paris Edith Baxter New York

Greenwich Woman Becomes Minister at Long Ridge

Mrs Anni Torrey widow of Riv Eclorney of Greenwich was ordained by the Fairfield Association of Congregational Churches at Long Ridge and licensed to preach and perform duties of a clergyman. She has preached at Long Ridge for nearly two years since her husband’s death and will continue in the pulpit.

Greenwich Elégram VT Ounty Fairfield Association of Congregational Churches Long Hodge Mra Anni Torres Riv Eclorney Bis Torrey Long Ridge Siamford Theo Femi Sandwich Tele Mis Torrey Chisien Chandeavor Hilling Long Rhige Congregational Chunci

Bequests In Derby Woman Will Reach Public Charities

Ansonia Probate Court hears the Derby woman Mig Auntie C Page's will listing public bequests totaling thousands. Gifts include 5000 to the Gaylord Congregational Church Derby, 3000 to Masonic Home Wallingford, 4000 to Griffin Hospital, 2000 to Derby Tr ibate, 1000 to Derby Oaks Cemetery, 500 to Putnam Heights Cemetery, 1000 to the District Nurse Association of Ansonia Derby and Shelton, and 1000 to Sherman Hayes of Los Angeles. The overall estate value is not stated.

Ansonea Mig C Page Derby Ansonia Gaylord Ansonia Derby and Shelton Sherman Hayes Los Angeles Beihy Setmal

Driver to be charged after recovery in Danbury crash

Danbury prosecutors stated they will press a charge of manslaughter against Tierman Schroeder, driver of the automobile that killed three people Sunday evening, once he recovers. They argue the state may proceed even if intoxication cannot be shown, citing the deadly speed and injuries to a hospital patient.

Danelay Tuly Atta, Bey Tierman Schroeder Ained Danbury Hospital

Monroe Telegram Notes Livestock and Garden Conditions

Special to the Telegram reports a good year for farmers with haying progress and pledges in the work department. Gardens and barns need rain yet. Local residents and visitors include Mrs J Blynn and son Jack, Mr and Mrs Dwight Miby, and many neighbors sharing updates from Center Wis to White Hills. A community gathering drew a decent turnout with several attending events and a visit from Miss Lies from nearby.

Monro Edvean Shelren Earth Pot J Blynn Helen Lallg Jack Wetherafield Dwight MI Flynn M Burromg Charlie Fiom Mies Sue Beirdyley White Huis Sinton

Ridgefield Evening Social With Sullivan Visit

Ridgefield July 19 special to the Pelegram j Wednesday night Mrs Sullivan district deputy president paid a semi formal visit to Mars Relehah to discuss the 1 Tikd evel. After the business meeting a pleasant social hour followed with remarks by Bits Sullivan Miss Murties Weave and songs by Warw isford Bassett and Mollie Sey ior. Music featured mandolin and piano with performances by Stirs Havel Wilson Rux and Miss Titi hus Wo ie. The event drew a large audience and proved highly entertaining.

Heidgsvield Stirs Havel Wilson Rux

Milford Chief Nets Man and Beer in Raid

Milford police, acting on prior evidence, raided a Crescent Street saloon during morning hours. They arrested Wasen Hadechi of 82 Hill Street for selling liquor without a license. Several beer bottles were seized.

Milford Mulriat Cs Chu aMcers Crescent Street Hove Hig Morning Aid Wasen Hk Hadechi Hill ‘Street

Easton Laston Holiday Week At Cedar Beach In July

Ranching and social notes from Easton Laston describe rural life with hay harvesters at work and a Cedar Beach gathering. Local families including Marsh Jennings Seeley and Rent households socialize while Mrs Hitchcock’s illness delays a charity plank. Visitors come from nearby towns as residents recount recent visits and extended family stays.

Laston Erwin Hdwards Everal Robert Hitchcock Arthur Bush Epworth League Alan S Wheeler Clove Leat Daly Ati Sherwood EW Jennings Ethel Rose Fairfield Clarence Jennings

Trolley Collision Kills Paint Salesman in Hartford

A Hartford trolley and an eastbound auto collide injuring or killing, with Lab? Hartf ord July. Ignace Stern, a New York paint salesman, dies when the trolley car crashes into the auto on Connecticut Boulevard Manchester. Gustafson, another passenger, is scratched. Stern swerved to avoid an oncoming car. The wreck exposes paint samples and brushes from New York manufacturers and a box of eggs in the car.

Lab Hartford Ignace Stern Hambers Street New York West Manchester Connecticut Boulevard Sevila Twen Gustafson Tirtfod Stern Uringfield Troid Gutafson Lign

New York Arsenal Sold At Auction For 1 350 000

At Al Smith auction in New York on July 11 Governor Alfred E. Smith disposed of the State Arsenal. Henry Greenberg bid against electric supply dealers and others. The auction drew five hundred onlookers as the final sale reached about 1 350 000 dollars.

N.Y. Arsenal New York Governouied KE Smith State Arsenal Aday Henry Greenberg

Westport firm seeks removal of lien over bridge corner

July 8 special to the Felegiat reports the Hunt and Downe corner on the west side of the bridge. The board of finances acted, and owners Morris Downs and Leon Light have consulted lawyers to remove the lien. If removed, Hunt and Downs may file suit against the town.

Weldeport T&pecial Felegiat Board of Finances Failmen Hunt Downe Nave Comnieston Toardoof Ld Morris Downs Leon Lignt Tourneys Hunt and Downs

Wilton concert series presents Miss Weyer violin recital

July event at Wilton Thragy features Trederique Weyer on violin Viey Lauretta layloy in concert designed for residents and friends with no admission charge. Congregational church hosts annual picnic at Roton Point drawing about 150 children and fifty adults.

Wuton Wilton Trederique Weyer Viey Lauretta Layloy Roton Point

Funeral for Ed gar Beardsley in Stratford Saturday

Ed gar Beardsley 1 manager of Stratford bowling alleys died at Bridgeport hospital after drinking laudanum and wine. Funeral from sister Mrs George Morehouse's home Saturday July 24 at 2:00 PM. Burial at Union Cemetery. Medical Examiner Garrick in Bridgeport investigates death. jurisdiction given over local examiner Dr Robert Phelan.

Stratford Edgar P Beardsley Statford Bridgeport Hospital Mra George N Morehouse Broadway Union Cemetery Garrick Bridgeport Beardsley Bridgepor Garlick Robert 2 Phelan Howell Mildred Tenney Morgan J Johnson TD Redfern Minnie Phelan Missy Gertrude Teynolds Diemer Donaldson

Three Held for Theft Return to Danbury

Danbury detectives brought Herbert Baiesi Victor Cheato and Mario De Pascale back from Elizabeth where they were held since June 17 on auto theft charges. No hearing occurred this tier. prosecutors seek adjournment to Saturday for a hearing before Judge Ives.

Danbury Pelegram J William Baker He Nio Saturda Norman C Bears J Moes Ives

Derby Man Held for U S Court for Having Booze

Derby man Harold Zurau was arrested by federal agents with 18 barrels and 8 quarts of alleged intoxicants found at his Meum Street home. He was bound over to the U S District Court with bonds set at 500 furnished by his wife amid claims the staff did not belong to him.

New Haven Harold Zurau Derby Uted States District Court Bernard EB Lynch Prohibition Meum Steet Derby

Irish Free State to Join League Meeting in Geneva

Irish Free State officials announce plans to attend the League of Nations meeting in Geneva this September as a member of the League is expected. Michael Mac White says Ireland will pursue an independent program and is not tied to other European nations. In Bridgeport a Post Road crash near Byram's Hill involved two cars, no injuries reported.

Geneva Cosgrave Assembly The League of Nations Free State League Incluy Michael Mac White Teast Ireland Mac White Styte Miniater Ambassa Tun Dubin Ashington Pauly Hugh OW Adl Harmony Street Bridgeport John Kitstopf Henry Atreet Port Chester Beaton Post Road Byram's Hill Noares

Newark Surgeons Seek Gland Harvest on Hudson Skate

New Jersey doctors plan to harvest glands from skate fish in the Hudson to pursue rejuvenation work once linked to human and primate tissues. Critics question feasibility and ethics as scientists push speculative aging therapies.

Newark Hudson

Pequot Engages In 30 Mile Yacht Race Plan

Plans are under way at the Pequot Yacht Club for a 30 mile distance race likely to be held next Wednesday with the 1 and K class boats eligible. The season ends with a final race scheduled Saturday, while races are also lined up for Sunday this week.

Pequot Yacht Club Yacht Club

Missing farmer found dead in Vermont murder arrest issued

The body of missing farmer and businessman Joh ioss 4 was found in the woods at Canaan two days after he vanished from Averhil. Bunnett a suspect, arrested on murder charges, reportedly had bought land from Cross and was believed to be involved in a large cash settlement. Police linked a damaged car and a package of papers to the case as the search continued with help from investigators and volunteers.

Uasaan Vermont Joh Ioss Coleg II Averhil Canaan Eoi Ly Bunnet Candan Hill Cross Adods Rosa Bunnell Ethan Cameron Island Pond Ciosa Naid Avenl Cross Bunnell Canaan

Danbury Man Seeks 8000 For Wife's Lost Love

A Danbury man files an $8000 damages suit against George Layda claiming Layda ruined his marriage by adulterous conduct and seduction since 1920. An attachment on Layda’s property secures the claim, returnable at the September term of the Superior Court.

Vanbury George Layda Term Street Elizabeth Ceresna Marun Ceresna Edgewood Sheet Layda Oyoda Ceresna Vos Ceresny

Long Hill News Briefs Include Local Visits and Outings

A brief report notes Mrs Walter Lincol and econ factors among local residents addressing a home gathering Tuesday evening. Mis A Locklin of Brooklyn visits at a local home. D laBa and family plan a vacation trip by way of northern New York. Deputy Sheriff John French plans a fishing trip in Maine for one week. Mrs William Lyon, a former resident, welcomes new acquaintances at the Methodist Sunday school picnic at Seaside Park.

Ong Tully Walter Lincol Locklin Brooklym laBa New York Sherif John French Maine Woots William Lyon New Witerlury Mehodiat Seaside Park

Fairfield opposition to beautifying triangle plaza in town center

Special to te telegram from Fairfield July 18 reports Fairfield Garden club plans to beautify the triangle at Post road Eliot street and Unquowa road. Property owner Mt R Bulkley argues the space is needed for parking to support the business district. He urges sidewalks and curbs to improve order and accessibility while cautioning the project could empty stores if parking is displaced.

Fairfield Triangle Plaza Faifield Center Fairfield Garden Club Wallace M Bulkley Mt R Bulkley Garden Club Fairfield Cener Eliot Street Unquowa Road Thamania

Wilmington Sails to Portsmouth for Great Lakes Training

The U S Wilmington sailed from Portsmouth navy yard on June 19 bound for the Great Lakes to serve as training ship for the Ohio and Kentucky naval reservists. The vessel will accompany the naval reserve program in advance of drills and exercises with the reserves.

Portsmouth NN U .S Wilmington Portsmouth Navy Yard Great Lakes

Friends Bail Boston Rum Runner in Bridgeport

Friends paid a $400 fine and $430 coat for James Vassapaty of 124 Charter Street in Boston, rescuing him from local jail. Liberty Cropanzano of 427 Hanover Street remains in custody. if no word comes, he will be sent to County Jail in Bridgeport to serve the sentence.

Westport James Vassapaty Charter Street Hanover Steet Boston Bridgeport

Federal agents start campaign in Westport

Federal agents and state officers begin a major anti rum running campaign in Westport. Highways will be watched at Greens Karma Lighthouse corner to Blacksmith Shop corner with one way traffic and vehicles halted for inspections. Bridges at Bridge Street State Street and King Street will host stations to intercept liquor shipments as patrols tighten. Westport will see ongoing enforcement for the foreseeable future.

Westport Potier Joral Greens Karma Lighthouse Corner Blacksmith Shop Ts Emay Shore Road Greens Farms Saugatuck River Bridge Street State Street King Street

Property Sale in Newtown and Wheeler Illness Update

Daisy L Miller of Bridgeport sold her borough property to J Chase Huntting of Stratford. The parcel includes a twenty eight acre site with a large house barn and other buildings. John B Wheeler of Taylor Avenue has begun recovering after acute indigestion illness this week with Dr E Kingman and a nurse in attendance. He is a former Newtown postmaster and father of current postmaster Herve W Wheeler. The Community Chautauqua will take place at Taylor Field August 3.

Newtown Daisy L Miller Bridgeport J Chase Huntting Stratford John B Wheeler Taylor Avenue E. Kingman Wheeler Herve W Wheeler Taylor Field

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