Bissell Ready to Assume Office as Port Collector
Harvey Pratt Bissell of Ridgefield, former state comptroller, will assume the duties of port collector for Connecticut, succeeding James F. McGovern after eight years. The $5,000 yearly post follows a White House message naming Bissell, who has long been active in Democratic politics and local affairs.
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Five Injured as Auto Overturns at East Windsor
Fast winds near East Windsor lead to a rollover on the Baton Post road. Driver Morris Weisburg of Springfield and six passengers, including Sophie Siedrinn, More Weisburg, and Meyer Seidman, suffer fractures, internal injuries, or serious cuts. Mercy Hospital in Springfield receives the injured after witnesses say the car, traveling at high speed, veered toward Springfield.
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New York
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Mercy Hospital
Five Die After Auto Plunge Into River Near Kelmium
Five people are reported killed when an automobile allegedly carrying five occupants plunged from a bridge into the Sentea River at Kelmium near here. The body of one unidentified man had been recovered from the river.
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Start Campaign to Clean Faces Of Women Banner Washrag
New campaign in New York on July 22 advocates washing faces with a washrag as a banner for beauty. Dr Victor Robinson publicized a symposium among women leaders across the country, who favor replacing makeup with washrag, soap, and water.
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William Burkowski Wins Brooklawn Invitation Qualifier
William Burkowski from Naugatuck defeated W Parker Seeley of Bridgeport two up in a Brooklawn club invitation qualifying medal playoff. The match, halted 15 minutes by a light shower, saw both players struggle but Burkowski held a two hole edge at times and finished with steady play. Both finished with high scores as Seeley rallied late, but Burkowski secured the win amid the damp conditions.
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Robbers Loot Safe and Cash Registers at Lequonnock Street
Burglars smashed a rear window to loot a store safe and three cash registers at 311 Lequonnotk Street, taking about $200 in silver coins and other money. Theodore Dionis listed as owner. Police reported no immediate arrests.
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Taaney
Special Prizes Offer 100 Gold Pens This Week
The Post Publishing Co announces 100 gold fountain pens as prizes this week along with 156 existing awards. The contest begins today, offering a chance to win 100 five dollar pens for top entries. A presentational event tonight at Polid will honor Crank T Janamin for last week’s best act, with further prizes announced in the advertising feature.
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Man Dies Awaiting Sunday After Saturday Wound
News brief from Pequonnock Street reports Joseph Mando aged 33 found in critical condition from a gunshot wound to the abdomen after predicting his death. The same district notes a store robbery at Pequonnock Street by Theodore Dienay with safes and cash registers looted of 260 dollars.
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Theodore Dienay
Pequonnock Street
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Scrane
Pootatuck
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First Baptist Church
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TMC
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Milford Water Company
Westport
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Witmot
Long Hill
Greenwich
Stamford
Prohibition Raid Hits 20 New York Establishments
July 22 raid by three prohibition agents swept 20 taverns saloons and other venues on Letow 59th Street from midnight to noon arresting 94 persons for Volstead Act violations. One arrest per visited district and summonses left for others.
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59Th Street
Blazing House Standoff Ends as Gunfire Drives Suspect Out
Firefighters battled a blaze in a smoke-filled room on the Upper East Side as a man terrorized occupants refusing to leave. The suspect reportedly forced residents to flee at gunpoint before being driven from the scene as flames threatened the tenement.
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Lirten
Recognition of Russia by United States Amid Tyranny Claims
Secretary Hughes defends limited recognition of the Russian Soviet Government while Samuel Gompers cites tyrannical rule. He warns that recognizing a minority seizure harms democracy, noting suppression of civil liberties and the destruction of economic life in Russia.
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President Harding to Visit Seattle on Friday
Seattle prepares to greet President Harding with a beam of salute from a battle fleet and a guard of honor as he leaves his floating headquarters Henderson at 10 am. Eight hundred soldiers and forty Boy Scouts will accompany him through downtown to Woodland Park for allegiance pledges and the Elks plan. About fifty thousand boys are expected. 150 Yakima scouts march overland to Seattle. the President will speak on Alaska in the University of Washington stadium.
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SAM DRIVER FAILS TO CROSS LONG ISLAND SOUND
Sam Driver former manager Louis BLogash and current Adams Express office agent attempted a crossing from Oldfield Point to Pleasure Lead with a party of five. He swam about four miles from Middleground Light before weather and a sprained neck hindered progress. plan to try again late August with England in mind.
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German Moves Amuse Lloyd-George but Sadden France
Poincare denounces Lloyd George while noting German plans for 1918, saying Germany’s industry shows vast vertical monopolies and threatens France. He calls the German program of production and debt repayment dangerous and questions its aims as he marks a sad view for France. Continued on page two.
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Farewell Sermon Marks Kearns Last Service at Local Church
A huge crowd attended Rev Hal Kearns farewell at the First Universalist Church after four years of civic and church work. He announced his move to lead the Church of Our Pean in Baltimore and urged the church to serve the community through active involvement and worship.
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Stray yacht passengers thrown into New York Harbor
Twenty six travelers returning from Rockaway on the Stray yacht were cast into New York Harbor when the excursion steamer Albertine struck. Women and children were among those rescued by Albertine life boats and landed at 69th Street Brooklyn. Ambulances rushed to the scene but were late. authorities investigated as coast guard ships towed the sunken craft searched the waters for any missing passengers.
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Emery Wheel Burst Hurts Worker at U M C Ward
Joseph Kollard suffered mutilating wounds when a 12 inch subdiameter wheel burst during knife blade sharpening in the cutlery department. He was rushed to Bridgeport Hospital in serious condition with a crushed nose, lacerations, and chest injuries as the wheel struck him under momentum. Authorities planned no preliminary investigation immediately.
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Belleau Wood Dedication Honors America's Dead
Belleau Wood is dedicated in memory of Americans who gave their lives. Joe Rodriguez, Bridgeport Eastern League second baseman, fined $100 by President Fearney and placed on indefinite suspended list after deserting the club to help his brother from Ellis Island quarantine. Ernie Goyette of Worcester will cover second base during the suspension. Cradle of Victory consecrated to memory of U S foreFOX that paid supreme sacrifice.
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Keystone
Belleau Wood Memorial Honored as Turning Point in World War I
Marshal Foch called Belleau Wood the cradle of victory and spoke at its dedication in July 1918. American and French leaders attended as the battlefield site became a permanent memorial. President Harding’s letter praised American sacrifice and Franco American friendship. Marines and officers described the spot as a symbol of courage and a beacon for future generations.
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Senator Johnson to Return on Leviathan Today
New York July 22 Associated Press Senator Hiram Johnson of California returns tomorrow from a four month European tour with England France Italy and Germany He plans an address Wednesday night in his honor and is expected to outline his views on European politics including Russia He met Mussolini Poincare and Krassin and attended a Hague World Court session In London he urged the United States to stay out of Europe and critics await his comparisons with Senator Brockhart of Iowa on economic cooperation and Soviet recognition.
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Man Predicts Death Then Shot Wounds in Home
John Vando, 33, of 243 Pequonnock Street, predicted Sunday death. Police found him seriously wounded in the abdomen after entering his locked Mandy’s apartment and breaking a window. A .98 caliber revolver exploded while he was cleaning it, doctors said.
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