Seventeen Drivers Apprehended For Week Long Hill Violations
July 20 The Telegram reports seventeen drivers cited for motor law violations on Long Hill Road Bridgeport. Seven cases before Justice of the Peace resulted in fines or costs. others warned. Finance Board to hold Monday session on school budget and fall term funding.
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Long Hill
Justice of the Peace
Brigsenay
Max Mueller
Fiereine
Ly Fustios Randal
Mectine of Finance
Board
Tewa
Ier
Builetin
Postpone Hearing On Post Road Changes Two Weeks
The town officials delayed the hearing on alterations to the Post Road for two weeks. The planned 80-foot road with a side grade creates dangerous mud and drainage issues along the street, prompting concern over when the hearing will proceed.
Autos damaged in collision on Milford Road
On Milford Road a collision damaged autos and involved drivers J Grinnt and Eugene Wachs after a local cab incident. Three youths were reported in the vicinity as bystanders or participants.
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Milford Road
Milford
Velerra
Lordship Visit Noted Amid Names and Places
A fragmentary report mentions Lordship and individuals such as Mr. and Mr. F Arke Providente. Belanger of Sound Vie is listed in connection with the visit, though the details are incomplete and partially garbled. The note suggests a social or official call involving local names.
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Farke Providente
Belanger
Monroe Visitation and Visitor Notes at Woods Home
Miss Lois Woods of New York visits Monroe with her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Woods. Sadie Simmons visits a friend in Monroe on Thursday as local residents note social visits during the week.
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MONRO
Providen
Wakelee
Lois Woods
New York
J. J. Woods
Sadie Simmons
Monroe
Hiking Boy Scout Hit By Auto In Danbury
A Danbury hiking event ended with a Boy Scout struck by a car driven by Charles Peay of Vernon. The boy escaped with minor injuries including scrapes and bruises after a hike on Western Connecticut trails. Nearby Vernon patrols assisted at the scene and ensured the scouts were accounted for.
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Danbury
Rulon
Vernon
Iain
Mharles Peay
Vaching
Vernon Bey
Ridgefield Man Appointed Latin Instructor at Princeton
Rev Dr Molland T Mulford formerly Ridgefield headmaster and Midgefeld native has been named Latin instructor at Princeton University. He led Ridgefield for years before stepping down about a year ago and later moved to Princeton, where he now pursues teaching work in Latin.
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Tidgeruel
Molland T. Mulford
Midgefeld
Princeton University
Mulford
Ridgefield
Dan
Fran. Ridgetid
Pringotons
Activitivs
Westport political split nears as GOP ranks fracture
In Westport on July 20 special Telegrams reports a split in the Republican ranks amid Democratic party activity. Local figures like R. Sherwood are expected to secure a nomination for select may, signaling ongoing factional realignments ahead of the fall election.
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Westport
Politianl
Tulong Sincrm
Wakemen
Raens Farms
Aig
E- R. Sherwoad
Weil
Forest fires in Fairfield keep firemen active
Firemen battled multiple woods and brush fires around Fairfield this afternoon near Wilson's Mills and Black Rock area. Dense smoke and windy conditions hampered efforts as crews worked to prevent spread and protect nearby structures.
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Fairfield
Greenfield Hill luncheon club set with speaker from Danbury
Fairfield session discusses traffic, automobile crashes, and urban planning. The Luncheon Club at the Unquown hotel plans a talk by Homer Fellow of Danbury on current concerns and safety measures.
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Fuunl Yaonbr
Greenfield
Tatrfeld
Mayer
Homer Fillow
Danbury
Aple Cad
Organ in oldest Episcopal church to be dedicated Stratford service marks organ addition
The Telegram reports a special Sunday service at five o'clock marking the dedication of a new organ in Stratford's oldest Episcopal church. Rev. O. Kennedy, retiring rector, will preside. Rev H Francis Hine, the new rector, will be present. The church bought the first organ in 1706 for the Southern New England colonies. Mrs. Willard Raithwin directs the musical program with Myre, Herbert Randase, and Louis Moss performing. Beardsley funeral today and local social notices follow.
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Duis
Sperial
Christ Epinens
Oo. Kennedys
Caetor
H. Francis Hine
New England
Tamlins
Briatvord
Willard
Raithwin
Myre
Herbertrandase
Louis Moss
Fairfield road safety drive nets three more arrests
Officer Arthur J. Bennett reported three motorists arrested for automobile law violations during the Fairfield safety campaign. Armanag Kangigian of Bridgeport was charged with reckless driving after a collision. Alfred Rosenbaum of New York City faced charges in Bridgeport for unspecified offenses.
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Fairfield
Arthur J. Bennett
Armanag Kangigian
Bell Street
Bridgeport
Alfred Rosenbaum
Lexington Avenue
New Turk City
Salenaloy Bridgeport
Despondent Man Tries Death by Bullet Route
A distressed man, aged 43, attempted suicide by gunshot, ending in serious injuries. Police report and family statements are unclear as officers investigate the incident and condition updates.
Local Social Roundup and Hospital News Mix
The column notes social visits and entertainments including Mrs Hens Met hosting Aeneas and Mansrith plus Terri Hetargs evening plans. Henry McCallimy visited Charles Trohertuon at Bridgeport hospital, who remains ill and unable to undergo his operation. conditions described as serious.
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Leekwood
Armen
Peleau
Tonjarrow
Hens
Aeneas
Mansrith
Ohare
Lewys
Henry McCallimy
Charles Trohertuon
Bridgeport
Norwalk Bids Warmer As Byington Backers Rally
Norwalk political fight over the postmastership heats up as contractor Byington gains top Republican backing while Benedict counters. The press reports say Merritt recommended Byington to the appointing authorities, sparking a party clash that divides Norwalk insiders.
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Norwalk
Byington
Swedish Immigrant Henry Larsea Ends Life in Despair
Special to Telegrams notes Swedish immigrant Henry Larsea, who arrived three months earlier seeking opportunity in America. Unable to master English and isolated at work, he suffered bouts of despair. He killed himself with a revolver, leaving a note blaming forced labor and unfulfilled promises from family abroad. funeral set for Riverside Cemetery in Bridgeport.
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Shelius
Stockholm
Henry Larsea
America
Gustav Swanson
Bridgeport
Stouk
Lcim
ADM Sigsbee Burial Service Planned in Arlington
Funeral for Rear Admiral Sigsbee will be held tomorrow in St John the Divine. The ceremony includes a military guard and attics hearers as the Arlington cemetery is described in solemn obituary style.
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Medral
St. John the Bivine
Red Men Convention to Be Held in Danbury
Danbury hosts the Danbury Red Men gathering of Fairfield county on Thursday evening and the next day. Paugussett tribe members arrange entertainment for guests. The event promises to be the largest of its kind in Danbury in recent years.
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Danbury
Danbitry
Jay
Fallefield
I. Domhury
Who Am I War Veteran Asks Police
A well-dressed, Halevilzent looking man in a police station today asked authorities to identify him. He claimed to have been wandering for two days seeking his identity and noted no war service medal. Investigation found markings and traces of Buffalo and New York in his belongings, including street car fare.
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Chivage
Atow
TN. A
Beneen
N. Y
Buffalo
New York
Baptists Ready for Third World Congress Opening
Delegations from nearly all Baptist nations converge in Stockholm for the third World Alliance congress. With only Romania and England absent, representatives prepare for the formal opening tomorrow as the gathering aims to unite Baptist groups globally.
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Stockholm
Larroe Stateal
Vrens
Bantiats
Rum Mi
iSngland
Car Plunges Over Bank As Driver Faints At Wheel
Danbury July 20 Special to the Telegrams driver Russell Broadway of Norwalk fainted just before a crash on Sugar Hollow road. The car owned by Engineering company of Norwalk plunged over a bank into a lot. Broadway escaped with shock and minor injuries and was taken to his Norwalk home. Samuel Patterson of Danbury assisted after the wreck.
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Vhe
Lonsnow
Whee, Tamierela
Iy the Engineering Company
Nor
Lanbury-Norwalk
Russell Broadway
Norwalk
Las Form
Broadway
Torring
Namiuel Paterson
Ridgefield
Godillot to Tour New England in Royal State
Judge John F. Godillot and Mrs Godillot depart Ludlow road by motor through New England. Local residents furnished beds and comfort during travel. Raymond W. Orr returns to Brooklyn after assisting at the new MM street project. Dor Staples proceeds with school graduates to roast at Compo Beach Saturday night under Alumni auspices. Annie Rice of Riverside visits with friends in Enfield. Carnival week planned with Sons of Ishy. Riverside avenue club house funds and the Sherwood building relocation progress from State Street to East Church Street.
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Westport
John F. Godiliot
Ludlox” Road
New England
Madge
Joseph Adams
Greens Parms
Brooklyn
Raymond W. Orr
George MM Croll
N.o
Dor Staples
Sons of Lishy
Riverside Avenue
Sherwood
State Street
East Ghureh Street
Darien Carnival Opens At Local Volunteer Fire Dept Event
Darien July 2 Special to the Telegram The Darien Volunteer Fire department holds its annual carnival with General Manager Martin J Shaughnessy aided by Nathan Finch and Minard Sisso presiding booths The carnival raises funds to cover fire department expenses Visitors include Mrs Burcy Tilliscram and Miss Putt Wier of Hartford and Miss Eva Underwood of Amherst guests of Mr and Mrs Charles Wmith of Geroy avenue arriving for a several week stay
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Darien
Putt Wier
Hartford
da Wyer
Eva Underwood
Amherst
Mass
Charles Wmith
Geroy Avenue
Memorial fund planned to honor Griswold and Bessemer pioneer
New Fork July 20. A memorial fund of 3500 200 is proposed to perpetuate the name of John A Griswold, a pioneer of the Bessemer steel process and builder of the Monitor, as a court considers a legal construction of Franeta B Griswold's will revealing a 750000 estate with about one third to relatives and the rest to a John A Griswold foundation.
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New Fork
John A. Ghiswold
Ftrat
Beasemer
Monitor
Meds T Burregate
Franeta B. Griswold
Fairfield to Impose Leash or Muzzle Rules on Dogs
Rabies concerns lead Fairfield to plan dog restrictions early next week. Dog Warden George Larson monitors canine activity near the Great Sien of Dan ner, preparing to order all dogs leashed or muzzled.
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George Larsom
Fairfield
Rum Runner Escapes Jail Amid Bristling Town Turmoil
In Bridgeport a jail escape by Crapanzano and accomplice Bassapaty triggers police sweeps across Connecticut and New York. Officials suspect insiders aided the breakout by loosening a sandstone window bar. Authorities seek the fugitives while paragraphs note raised tensions between local and state police over credit for the break.
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Nichols
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Paria
Baula
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Yoaheman
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Sheri
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Wakeman
Sherif Nichols
Anthon, Son
Gridgeport St Barracks
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Vireash
Arapanzane
Nivhats
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Rosto
Ind
Connecticut
Yswa
Bassapaty
Hassapaty
Dag
Alyone
Crapanzano
Nottieen
Gell-Room
Vivey
Happei
Kosten
Che ' Ou
Therty
Sherif Edgar H. Perry
Crununzano
Depu
Sheroft
Boston Port Road
Boston
Narrowly Miss Death In Waters Near Milford
Two people narrowly escaped death when a man fell into the water near Milford. William Kogen, a four year old, and a man from Britain were involved in a rescue effort. Lifesaving actions brought the child to safety and medical aid was summoned before he was taken to his grandmother’s home.
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Herman
Seaview
Williama Kogen
William
Walter
Compo Beach hosts successful town improvement event
The Town Improvement Association held a penny at Compo Beach yesterday. Mrs. Joan A. Moore and Miss Mary Burr led arrangements. Attendees enjoyed dances and a surprise feature as part of the evening program.
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Iprovement Association
Compo Beach
Joan A. Moore
Mary Burr
Tolanda
Compe Beach
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