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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1924
Page
6
Readying for graduation Fairfield High plans to confer diplomas this week while a series of school and community events unfold. Officials, clubs, and local groups organize ceremonies, meetings, and activities surrounding the commencement period and associated recognitions.
Fragmentary OCR describes a profile of a man, noting his power and wealth, with unclear names and places. The text mentions cancer, a pile of money, and questions about a woman named Trude and a reference to Luin Be Swhiner, all in a blurred narrative.
A garbled OCR line mentions a lordship and a marked event with a note about payment or separation. Readable details are sparse but suggest a local notice or brief referencing people and a legal or ceremonial moment.
Easton voters approve a $19,000 appropriation for road improvements. The measure advances local infrastructure efforts and funds are allocated for the upcoming construction season.
A Milford choir group forms a new music club after dismissals and internal tensions. Key figures include Mess Taylor and Beard, with community members and officers named in local notices. The piece notes welfare and engagement programs at Seaside and River Spates, and lists several named residents and officials.
Local report ties multiple poultry theft incidents to a trio from Danbury. Names, dates, and exact locations are unclear due to garbled OCR but authorities investigate possible connections across several farmproperties. Communities remain vigilant as investigators pursue leads and verify evidence.
A grocer was sentenced after pleading guilty to a rum sale charge. The court imposed a term of imprisonment and related penalties. Police say the case stems from a crackdown on illicit alcohol sales in the city.
Milford June 9 by TeleS arian Service the sixty anniversary celebration will be held at the church parlors with election of officers and a reminiscence program. Founding president Eliza Gunn led the first year with officers Harriet Ford Mary B. C. and Mary A. Plimb. Members and families will attend a service and supper, recalling church debt payoff and parsonage support.
The Baston Sunday School marked Children’s Day with a morning program featuring songs, prayers, and readings. Students performed a chorus and a musical piece while teachers and pupils participated in a devotional, concluding with a closing exercise and the song Theatres of June.
Twenty six members of the Shelton High class are to graduate today with diplomas. Principal address, student speakers, and final remarks are planned as part of the ceremony.
Newtown, Shane See Ry Pete. sain Kervirs James Morrisey of Bond Street Bridgeport arrested yesterday while operating his vehicle in toxicated condition on the Dun Bridgeport slat ad. Act ors secon employ are Highway department ing his chiessly about Center. The town day evening saw a devised stage spectacle with 500 magic by a group. dancing followed the disaster. Cast lists include Miss Rauch Bicking and others in a community entertainment with local clergy and performers listed.
The Hartford parish records note Bishop Murray confirms about three hundred members at Mary’s Church in Milford during a Sunday afternoon service led by Rev. John G. Murray. Reading of names and a large procession followed the ceremony, with attendance described as substantial.
Ambiguous OCR text notes Milford seniors contributing around $100 to the local school. Other lines are garbled, but reference to a student drive and prior year gifts suggests a recurring charity event. Names, dates, and places are unclear due to damaged text.
The report notes continued liquor cases to be analyzed by authorities. Details are scarce due to damaged text but reference is made to Dunbars and related figures in a satirical or investigative context. Further specifics remain unreadable in the OCR fragment.
At a Wilton town meeting the selectmen signed a new bond issue of 1100 from The pointer and the ponds. Sealed bids for the issue will be opened next Saturday after 5 o’clock. The meeting also discussed partly or entirely consolidating the town schools.
Delegation to Stratford Town Manager Hunter Saturday evening unveiled an extensive improvement program for the area. Religious and musical figures contributed as meals and fellowship followed, with attendees including Mrs. Middleton, Mrs. Lathrop, Mrs. Rewer, and others from Stratford and nearby towns.
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Miss Helen Platt wed Danbury resident Bevel at the home of Mr and Mrs Edgar Phitt on Beay Street Lonrelly. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs William Platt of New York City, wore white georgette and carried flowers. The ceremony was followed by a reception with sixty guests from Bethel Vernon Washington and nearby towns. The couple will reside in Selden after a honeymoon to Atlantic City. A second wedding, Miss Euial Tall wed A Spring of New York at the Andrews Street home with few guests and simple rites.
The Rotary Club of Westport organized a community dig at Bedford Primary School playground. Volunteers from local businesses and residents assisted including First Selectman John Whitrher and others as shovels and tools were used to uncover and move stones and debris, with children and neighbors participating in the weekend project.
Bethel resident Charles PF Smith, deputy internal revenue director, is appointed an assistant supervisor of roads in the state highway department by State Highway Commissioner John A. MacDonald. He will work under Frederick W. Nowlan in Danbury, relinquishing current duties during the transition. The move follows prior service with the revenue service and as a road foreman.
Miss Emma Curtis repeats her popular dessert demonstration this week drawing strong interest from housewives nationwide. Her first session drew large crowds and rave reviews for simple, reliable recipes and practical kitchen tips.
A promotional message claims Wise foredessert features Miss Curt's Marshmallow Creme with a coupon for a free full size Melrose Marshmallows box with every 25 can purchase. The offer is stated as this week only to boost sales and trial.
A reader notice lists numerous stores across Stratford Bridgeport Milford Stamford and Westport where coupons can be redeemed this week. It promotes a limited time offer for a free box of Marshmallows with cut-out coupons.
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