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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1927

Page

6

Man Dies After Tractor Crush at Stamford Hospital

Howard Lewis of New Canaan died from injuries after a tractor winch toppled and crushed him. He was extricated and rushed to Stansfore hospital, where he succumbed despite treatment. Deputy Coroner Henry Stevenson and police investigated the incident.

Stamford Associated Press Howard Lewis New Canaan Stansfore Hospital Rmetor Teath Henry ©. Stevenson

Huntington May Adopt Zoning in Nearby Towns Cited

Huntington residents weigh zoning rules as neighboring towns already enforce ordinances. John B. Russ leads the Republican club push, with special meetings planned before September. Community notes report street, school, and civic concerns, plus a dog fatality and social gatherings around Huntington Street and Greenwich.

Huntington Speruil Republican Club Mars John B. Russ Shelton Board of Aldea Muntington John B. Russ Paul Zeigler Andow Brie Caroline Bridge Anna Reidge Greenwich Bert Larkwood Wells Hollow

Devon Union midweek meeting tethers town gossip

Devon July 26 residents attend regular midweek meeting of the Devon Union. Notices mention J Gug visiting Frank and friends, a Wednesday Riverton trip, and other minor local happenings. Bridges, St. Ann's church, and property transfers appear in brief items among residents' comings and goings.

Devon Temor Devon Union Fey Wo J. Gug Frank St. Ann's William Hamilton Edward C. Thompson Prospect Street Bridgeport Barr Muath~ews Street Daniel BP. Avery Helen Prize Heights Ebantam Laker Morris Abbot Rogers Avenue Chicago Omaha Walia

Local man in beer raid is given continuance

New Haven July 26 A beer raid at a city area brewery last Thursday led to charges against Leonid of Street Willam Vorderblumn 65 Fourth Street and Andrew Hgo 114 Sheridan Avenue Bridgeport. County Attorney Harry M Frenche said authorities have not yet located the real owners and the case was continued with George Fouser of Bruford receiving a notice.

New Haven Associated Press Cnty Harry M. Frenche Leonid Willam George Fouser Bruford

Estate account filed in Meriden probate court

By Associated Press the final account of the estate of Case who died December 21, 1926 was filed in Meriden probate court. The asset is valued at about 7000 with personal property listed. chimney line names Pulam Bank and Trust Company as executor and named beneficiaries including Maud M. Fairbanks of Inetietel Mens.

Meriden Associated Press Furl Tia I Case Wee Pulan Bank Aid ‘Trust Company Exerviser Personn Fae Wa Chaloner Renin Maud M. Fairpanks Inetietel Mens

Fairfield Selectmen Wane Right 10 Decide On Gas Stations

Fairfield July 26 special report states the Board of Selectmen will not grant gasoline filling station permits but may delegate authority to the State Motor Vehicle Department under a new law. Town officials discuss reverting authority to the state, with the town measuring hearings and permits if retained. Additional items include social events at Country Club Fairfield a buffer luncheon tomorrow, Ladies Sewing Society meeting for fundraising, a golf match at Susco Hill Country Club, and zoning appeals involving Otto Larson LIndberg 164 Villa Avenue for Second Street, C Gustave Bergland 263 Stil es Street for George Zimmerman Pleasure Beach on Henderson Road, and H Smith G Smith and Sons for Osborne Hill, all held over for plot plan.

Fairfield Board of Selectmen Jonathan Grout Gos Selectmen Gernehvon Carles HL Phelps Walter Perry Ladies’ Sewing Society Greenfield HS Susco Hill Otto Larson Alice ‘P. Lindberg Villa Avenue Secohd Street C. Gustave Bergland Stilcs Street Creorge Zimmu Pleasure Beach Henderson Road H. Smith G. Smith and Sons of the Post C. G Jennings Osborne Hill

Long Hill and Chestnut Hill Schools Hire Teachers

A Long Hill and Chestnut Hill school list shows teachers engaged for the coming year. Names include Lous Hl teachs Miss Jeanette Morgan and Miss Kelleher. Long Hill adds Miss Ma n McKiernin and Miss ave Ryan. Chestnut Hill lists Miss Dorothy Brinkerho and Miss Jones. News notes births, visitors, and carnival plans accompany the report.

Long Hill Long Hil Chestnut Hill Lous Hl Lillian Troy Jeanette Morgan Denbury Kelleher New Haven Liev Sehneider Waltneyville Emily Reidrenback Bridgeport Man McKiernin Miiave Ryan Danbury Dorothy Brinkerho Jones Benjamin Turney St. Vincent's Hospital Alice Page Louise Spencer Ansons Benjamin A. Turney Tashua Samuel Seeley Solon B. Wales Monroe Ernest Proudman Twesom Ernest and Walter Prouuman Hampton Virginia L. Edith Wales William Stolts E. H. Winchell Epart Ralph Bridge- Mins Emma Sherwood Wesley Radcliffe Clarice Radcliffe Stratford Harald Keubn New London Fred Keuhn Stancer

Local man forfeits bond in crash case Meriden

Meriden July 26. Robert H. Van Tyne of 2383 Fairfield Avenue Bridgeport and his bondsman Wilbur Butterfield of 20 Grove Street failed to appear in Police court when Van Tyne’s case was called. A 435 cash bond was forfeited. Van Tyne was arrested July 10 on a charge of reckless driving after his car collided with a machine operated by Mary A. Havens of the city.

Meriden Associated Press Robert H. van Tyne Fairfield Avenue Bridgeport Wilbur Butterfield Grove Street van Tyne Mary A. Havens

Newtown Issues 84 Fishing Licenses This Week

Newtown July 26 A total of 84 fishing licenses have been issued by the town clerk to residents and non residents as the fishing season continues. Non residents owning real estate pay 3.25 while residents pay 2.25 with extensions for Hawleyville electric service planned pending Danbury Power and Transportation Company arrangements.

Newtown Offis M Lake Zour Taunton Lake Hawleyville Hawieyle Volunteer Fire Company

Mix Holds Inquest In Car Crash Fatality

Inquest held by Coroner Cormier into death of Lester Lewie from injuries after being struck Saturday by a car driven by Maude Hamilton teacher at Merriton High School. Witnesses Raymond Felix James LeFleur David Bruce police members testifying. Hamilton in custody awaiting police court hearing two weeks pendin g coroner finding.

Mnberiden Associated

Woman survives suicide attempt in New Haven

Mary Thesault, 29, of 166 Story Street, attempted poisoning but is recovering at New Haven hospital. Elvison Dunlap, same address, suffered no critical injuries. Police describe her claimed motive as fear of health and separation from a husband. hospital reports show stabilization after ingestion of poison.

New Haven Associated Press Mary Thesault Story Street New Haven Hospital Elvison Dunlap Thebaukt Abe Mt Health

Yeast Helped a War Wounded Soldier Regain Health

A veteran describes severe illness after war and recovery after using Fleischmanns Yeast. He notes restored energy, better digestion, clear blood, and improved skin. The ad promotes Fleischmanns Yeast, listing New York and Pasadena testimonials and mail-order prospects.

Melbourne Paszuory University of Southern California Fleischmann Sue Pasellons Pasadena Calif

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