10 Jun 1924
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1924
Page
1
Preliminary study of the assessor's office finds the current system defective and inadequate. Defer C. Warner, chairman, calls for further investigation before making firm statements. Three subcommittees will study tax conditions, officials, and office operations to propose coordinated reforms.
Civic affairs meeting at the Stratfield hotel featured Timothy Murray explaining Yonkers 1824 department of Assessment and Taxation. Officials merchants and citizens examined potential value, life terms for assessors, and contrasts with Bridgeport’s existing electors board. Murray cited a competent bureau for industrial property valuation, noting protests overvaluation declined after initial rollout and that full equity would take years to achieve.
The Board of Education held a meeting in the high school library last night appointing 23 new teachers and accepting five resignations. Miss Margaret Kiely was unanimously named principal of the City Normal School to be reestablished in Roosevelt school this September. Several instructors and a critic were named to the Normal School faculty with salaries ranging from about 2300 to 2400 dollars, and a salary schedule for normals adopted. Fifteen graduates were appointed as elementary teachers, and three teachers were appointed in the department of adult and supplementary education.
Subscriptions totaling 27566 from 11 cent donors were reported at two church suppers as part of a campaign to fund a new United Church building. The drive has raised 128821.50 so far with pledges of 180755, plus an additional 104000 from two previous campaigns, bringing the total to 282927.50. The finance committee aims to add 100600 more before tomorrow night, with about 86000 slated for building expenses while the rest covers site costs and related expenditures.
Nine people are reported dead after a severe cloudburst that washed away houses. The flood scattered debris, with rescue crews tallying victims as streets turned to mud and storefronts collapsed. Authorities warned of further danger in the affected Mercer area.
The report notes upcoming appearances by Penneyhint and New Lugland at Pleasure Beach on a July event. It mentions hearing today for a case involving Boothe of Cheshire against Beach Boothe, with a tentative out of court settlement and a judge upholding injunctions regarding building at Pak Place district, plus discussions of tax, church fund campaigns, and political figures across several states.
NORWALK June 9 A former “Super Flapper” Veiegram Staff Reporter reports on love and marriage as Julita Hoyt Seam an, aged sixteen, returns from New York after a runaway marriage to a wealthy heir and architect Well that’s what the New Yak newspaper man asked me and I said Ha ha yes I can see im answer. The runaway couple had just left the area of the West Rome Sedar Street after a trip to New
Gahan, seven years head of Bridgeport recreation, resigns to take municipal work in St Petersburg Florida. Robert Leckie named acting superintendent. Leckie has worked in recreation since 1915 and will likely assume full charge upon Gahan's departure.
A cyclist named Tung a bieycile was struck by a car at the intersection of Main Street and Wain and Grind Streets. The rider, Martin Troldberg, was taken to a local hospital with possible injuries. The driver, Christopher Milliams, was arrested for careless operation and released on bond. The incident occurred near Stratford Avenue.
The 211th District Democratic club plans their August summer banquet at The Anchor Roch estate. Governor Smith of New York is to be asked to speak, with two other national and prominent Democrats expected to attend, according to tentative meeting notes.
For the Franks murder case the defendants Nathan Leopold Jr and Richard Loeb will plead not guilty at Wednesday arraignment on indictments for kidnapping for ransom and murder. The state’s attorney presented angles of the confessions to the grand jury and a chauffeur testified that Loeb drove the car before the crime. Notes from each youth on the other's confession were released, suggesting attempts to show sanity and dispute insanity claims.
A hectic New York boxing night saw Haig Wills fall short in a heavyweight bid against Bartley Madden. Pete August Bridgepat toppled by Tommy Qarlew in a ninth round KO. Lou Bogasa and George Wast drew in a fast one round contest. Ald Kaplan beat Bobby Garquin in a slow bout in New Haven. Sammy Agndell swept all rounds against Johnny Dundee in Chicago. Ladle Mack claimed the late bantamweight title by beating Young Mulligar in Stamford. Abe low Joe King ends in a draw.
Palmer Shoddy case to be heard now appeals from Connecticut company to overturn a federal district court ruling in Western Pennsylvania. They challenge the law controlling shoddy and manufactured comforts. The appeal involves several coal and mining firms to invalidate state rates on anthracite coal.
An editorial style inquiry questions what Gompers are and discusses political arguments for and against. The piece notes a well known woman and her husband, referencing heated debates and strong opinions.
Cleveland June dispatch describes a rise of a new political boss, Butler of Massachusetts, with Stearns as lieutenant, wielding White House influence. Republicans, including veteran senators, feel sidelined as plans for Coolidge and Hoover’s nomination unfold, with critics predicting turmoil and resistance.
Cleveland June 3. Henry Roraback was re elected to the Republican National committee from Connecticut. Colonel Bingham was elected to the Committee on Resolutions of the National Republican Convention.
A Cleveland reporter notes ticket plans for the convention auditorium and the view from a pedestal in public square as discussions center on Coolidge nomination and potential vice presidency selections. The piece hints at electoral college outcomes and the possibility of a House decision if a proper majority is not reached.
TAATFORD June 9 bic pre oners at the state prison two of they Suring life sentences wer pard ed by the Board of Pardons on gnt after a session which began at 97 m and wntinued until almost ¢ 29 am except for w receis for luncheon More than 4( petitions had been filed for releaser but the board heoid only 53 the outhers being withdrawn or passed or cause no one appeared for the petitioner la aons were granted no flow Lux sherman Beeman settle life ey once for the murder of Alice Charles Snyder se ving PF sen tence for the murder of hisife Thomas Bonacel seriairy from oh ty do jeary for assault to kil and murder and asst to Killin Dar bury Bosislaw Guida serving from five to seven yeara for robbers In New Britain Peter Chiftel serving from six to win yeara for ob were two counts and thef of motor vehicle in New
Wilt Rogers reports on a convention described as the tamest ever staged with quips about vice presidential selections. The narrative recalls past conventions, political bravado, and a Cleveland setting with delegates, singing, and jokes amid a bustling scene.
Cleveland June 9 The race for second place on the Republican ticket grows more contested as Hoover gains support while Illinois leader Lowden refuses to bow out. Coolidge managers are not yet aligned publicly while delegates from all sections weigh preferences and draft hopes in the evolving vice presidential rumor mill.
The Supreme Court ruled that Congress may prohibit physicians from prescribing malt liquor for medical uses under the 18th Amendment. Justice Sanford noted the distinction favoring spirits remains reasonable and that enforcement does not violate personal property rights or constitutional protections. The decision stems from challenges by James Everard’s Brewery and Edward Burke, among others, to the Willis-Campbell Act.
City Attorney and staff report back taxes collected in the two months ending May 31 total about 178000 dollars, more than twice the amount for the same period last year. A 15000 dollar settlement from the National Grain Company is included in this month’s collections along with other receipts.
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