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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1923

Page

5

Lot Purchasers at Big Auction in Grasmere Fairfield

Special to the Telegram lists buyers at a Grasmere public auction for Bridgeport Housing Co. Names include Arthur Riley, Wyrtien, E. Mhotkin, Robert H. Dowser, J.P. O'Day, Arthur J. Beynett, Arthur E. Riley, S. F. Cameron, Ti. L. Pennquist, Lang, Lawrence J. McGrath, J. D. Molley, Arthur E. Gibson, Benjamin Plotkin, Sam Wind, Malcolm Baxter, Robert Dever, Edwin A. Shane, A. A. Ferrette, Edwin J. Platt, with numerous lots across Meadow Brook Road, School Street, Fairview Avenue, and adjacent corners, totaling 17 lots for $1,760 at Seaside Park.

Fairfield Fune Telegram Grasmere Bridgeport Housing Company Arthur Rily Grasmere Avenue Meadow Brook Road Cod. Wyrtien Millersteve Fairfield School Street E. Mhotkin Reet Road Fairview Avenue Rrobert H. Dowrer New York Fs Menebrock Road Review Avenue J.P. O'Day Berooke Avenue Digeport Atagow Brook Road Fairiew Avenue Arthur J. Beynett Brewster Bridgeport Dines

Manufacturer of Brockton Hangs Self With Tie

Wilfred W Huntler a shoe maker from Firedon Mass committed suicide by hanging himself with a necktie in an East 23rd Street hotel. His body was found by a maid after he registered yesterday. A letter to Jen nie Keys Mann Providence R I was found. it said she should return and would be the happiest day if she did. A photo with the inscription Always be faithful to women was recovered.

New York Wilfred WW. Huntler Firedon Mass East 23Rd Street Huntley Jennie Keys Mann Providence R. 1

Rev Nauss Named New Pastor At West End Church

West End Congregational Church announces Rev Carl F Nauss as permanent pastor following a Sunday morning vote. He has served as temporary pastor for months while the church welcomed congratulations from moderator W A Hatfield and lay leaders Malcolm Baxter and Mrs G A Hoyt upon the platform.

Rev. Nauss West End Uanimous Castly Arl F. Nauss W. A. Hatfield Malcolm Baxter Mra G. A. Hoyt Mra Nauss

Fire Slightly Damages Fairfield Station Platform

A small fire at Fairfield station platform yesterday afternoon prompted Center Fire Company No. 1 to respond. The blaze was quickly put out with chemicals. a short circuit of electric wires is believed to have started the incident, with no reported injuries or major damage.

Fairfield Center Fire Company No. 1

New Styles and Pretty Arms Beauty Note Ad

Women learn the value of delatone for removing hair from face or arms by applying a paste of delatone and water, then rubbing off after a brief wait. If used carefully with genuine delatone and fresh mix, skin should be free of hair. otherwise results may fail.

Faust

Reckless Driving Fined in Fairfield

Anthony White of Bridgeport was fined 25 dollars for reckless driving after a collision near Bulkley's Bridge. Officer testimony described speeding and dangerous operation in a truck, with damage to a touring car. Judge Clar enes Ty Hal presided.

Reak Griving Anthony White Bridgeport Clarenes Ty Hal Arthur J Fairfield Jane Ti Otlars Codey Ol Redness Carroll Bulkley's Bridge Southport

Parents Fined For Keeping Children From School

Fairfield Tune Ji Telegram reports a Holland district roundup of parents not sending children to school. Five fathers Harald Teck Alec Poor John Locust and John Tucus were arraigned before Judge Clarence R Hair. Each fined 119 with $21 costs. warning issued that a second offense will be dealt with severely.

Fairfield Tune Ji Spec'al Holland In Clarence R. Hair Harald Teck Pleasant Chul Alec Poor John Locust John Tucus Mss Carmody Hall

Autos Collide on Fairfield Avenue Leaves One in Yard

Vincent Bonnezzo of 115 Lexington Avenue and Stephen Virga of 3485 Fairfield Avenue collided on Fairfield Avenue Iranistan Avenue. Bonnezzo’s car was crushed onto a yard hedge but no injuries were reported. Earlier, Frank Paburn of 411 Bostwick Avenue was slightly injured when Louis Sam of 230 South Avenue struck him near Tranis tan Avenue. a tire blowout delayed the emergency transport.

Vincent Bonnezzo Lexington Avenue Fairfield Avenue Iranistan Avenue Bonnezzo Stephen Virga South Avenues Tranistan Avenue Frank Paburn Bostwick Avenue Louis Sam South Avenue Sam Paburn

City Court Judges Dine With G. O. P. Board

City Court Judges Ralph T. Boers and William J. Buckley hosted members of the Republican Town committee for a dinner at University Hall before the monthly meeting. J. Alex H. Robinson presided. W. F. Kilpatrick attended his first meeting as secretary, elected last month. Mrs. Ella G Fleck became president of the Fairfield County Republican Women’s Association. Regular business was conducted.

Republican Town Committee Ralph T. Boers William J. Buckley University J. Alex H. Robinson W. FE D. Kilpatrick

Navy Man of Meriden Drowns Canoeing Off Pier

Meriden June 11 The family of William O Leary 18 son of Mrs Agnes O Leary an assistant pharmacist in the U S Navy at Newport training school was notified that he was drowned yesterday while canoeing off the government pier the body was recovered and will be brought here

Meriden William ¥. O'Leary Agnes O ‘Leary U. S. Navy Newport

Memorial Service Held by State of Charity Lodge

Memorial services for deceased members were conducted by the State of Charity lodge Order of Shepherds of Bethlehem at its rooms 181 State street last night. The meeting was well attended and following the services the regular business was considered.

State of Charity Lodge Order of Shepherds, of Bethlehem State Street

Porter Airong Actor Found Dead in New York Hotel

Porter Airong, a 44 year old actor with the D. W. Griffith Motion Picture company for seven years, was found dead in his room at the America hotel on West Forty seventh Street New York. Death attributed to heart failure. Found today by a housekeeper.

New York Porter Airong Hotel America West Forty-seventh Street D. W. Griffith Motion Picture Productions

Fairfield Notes and Local Event Roundup

Fairfield notes list a marriage license return for Rev Allen H Beeman and Claire C Weber of Bridgeport. town clerk Clara Flint to host a grab bag party at Men's Hall. local legion meetings. Straffletad Improvement and Fairfield Garden Club meetings. a strawberry festival on Sturges Road for BMI Flyin Im- Waverment association. Grasmere Parent Teacher Association annual meeting with reports by retiring officers. Fairfield concert by the Artorial band planned for July 4 with ongoing fundraisers.

Allen H. Beeman Haward T. Whiteman Fairfield Rood Claire C. Weber Bridgeport Clara Flint Connecticut Lodge Legion Post Salter Redfield Sturges Road BMI Flyin Im- Waverment Association Grasmere Jiarent ' Teacher Association Eera Wil Titers Fairfield Atioral Band

Parking laws to be aired at Milford meeting

Milford residents petition the police board for curbside rules on several streets. The hearing will draft ordinances on parking restrictions to keep driveways clear and protect views of the Sound. Officials aim to curb obstructive parking and summer disturbances.

Milford Powa Court Metheny Harvisor Avenue Myrtle Bexeh Broderick's Corner Snyder's Rensiegton Bay Sh Bayview Oakland Avenue O'Dell Bayview Bay Shore Drive Woorlaint Myrtie Beagh

Westport to Host New Drama League Guild Players

Jann A. Ennis of Treadwell avenue forms the Guild Players in Westport. A Staples High School senior, he plans rehearsals at once for a July play. Officers include Ennis as President, William P. Trent as Art Director, and Willi Stowe as Treasurer with Will Tucker advising and assisting.

Westport Jann A. Ennis Treadwell Avenue Guild Players Ennis Staples High School Moving Pictures Tom Gwen Moore Richard Pbarthelmes Owen Moore Oree Joh Ennis Wiliam P. Trent Willi Stowe Wiliam Tucker The New York Times Little Theatre's League Mir. Tucker

Court Permits Fine Payment In Installments

Fairfield June 11 Special to the Telegram Joseph E F Tatkus of Stillson road was fined for liquor law violations showing intent to sell He will pay $3 a month for four months with suspended sentence to take effect if apprehended on a similar charge within a year Officers Bennett Gould testified to seizure of 123 gallons of mash two stills and a large quantity of liquor in a shed on the Lucus farm

Fairfield Joseph EF. Tatcus Stillson Road Rood A. J. Bennett Sv. Il. Gould Lucus

Trail man believed missing priest in Ottawa Kansas story

A priest and detective pursue a wanderer wearing clericals seen since March 5 in Ottaw a Kansas. Frank Vraniak and the detective think the missing man is Father Vraniak who vanished after a shopping trip.

Brongodi Arrested on Complaint of Woman

An arrestee named Brongodi faced charges after a woman accused him of beating her on Clarence Street. The alleged incident involved a breach of the peace and a $200 bond set by the court. Authorities reported the woman’s complaint led to the arrest and initial appearance.

Clarence Street Hein Brongodi

Arrest of former Bulgarian Premier by Prague paper report

A report in the Prague Presse states that former Bulgarian Premier Stamboylisky was arrested by his military bodyguard. The incident, dated June 11, involves Prague authorities and Bulgarian officials. Further details were not provided in the accessible text.

Prague Stamboylisky Bulgaria Prague, Presse

Mrs Davis Resigns Amid GOP Loyalty Backing

Stamford reports Mrs Minerva Davis, president of Fairfield County Women’s Republican Association, resigns citing personal burdens and a heavy political workload. She denies any rift with state and national leaders, praising party unity while noting her commitment to party machines and continued charitable work.

Stamford Minerva Davie Firmiall County Atlunion Mallory Davis Republican Party Cam Ois Columbia Tekime Minerva Davis Fairfield County Women’s League

Man Run Down by Trolley Car Fatality at Night

A man was struck and killed by a trolley car after drinking and wandering onto the street. Police investigations identified the victim as Tanner Wes, with witnesses and medical staff providing conflicting statements before the ambulance transported him to Bridcart Hospital, where he died. Authorities detained a second person for further inquiry.

Traffic Jams Plague Westport Road Amid Public Discontent

Reported traffic jams stretch along Westport Road with chaos causing delays on holidays and peak hours. Officials note heavy congestion and several near misses as drivers maneuver through closures while authorities urge cautious, orderly travel.

Westport Road

Bitter fight for millions started by Edith K Gould

Paris reports a suit aimed at halting the fortune of Brunk Jay Gould, valued around 10 million dollars. The case proceeds through high courts and involves French law, with payment disputes and estate questions surfacing as parties seek to limit or preserve wealth.

Edith K. Gould Paris Brunk Jay Gould Fries Ane United States Mancion Gould Rik Cussadoy New York Ereshall Ct Ereshall Ct Guhl, Pstate. Ntl Person and Vent Proper . Fey Treet Goubl Edie

Stamford Lodge Confers Degree Upon Order Here

The Stamford lodge held a degree conferral with many attendees and visiting members. Notable participants included Sammy and Wye, with others from Loyalist and local groups joining the ceremony and celebration.

Stamford Lodge

Lausanne Delegates Stumped Over Peace Conference

Conflicting views on the Oltontan debt and Allied positions kept Lausanne delegates firm in diverging opinions. Neither side wanted a failed conference, yet strains and realignments threatened progress as tensions rose surrounding the Nee Vaya peace talks.

Jlausannee Tune Elea Bae Durkee Prt Emeh Sile

Massive Philadelphia Depot Fire Destroys Broad Street Train Shed

A dramatic blaze at Philadelphia's Broad Street Station destroys the glass-covered trains shed. Officials estimate losses near 2 million dollars with extensive damage to baggage rooms and multiple locomotives, electric cars, and coaches.

Philadelphia Pennsylvania Railroad Broad Street Enle Intual Insurance Department Elect

Body of missing woman found with child in cave

New London June 11. The body of Mrs. Alex Camininsky was found in Winthrow Cave. She disappeared with her four year old daughter on May 21 from her home. Police believe she drowned herself with the child in her arms. The search for the father's body continues.

New London Alex Cumuinsky Winthrow Cave WierPaw Cominsky

Robbers Get $500 In Court Action

Anthony Ke of Savoy street sued his assailants for an axe attack from months ago and won $300 in damages. He received the judgment last Saturday and says three unknown men behaved kindly that day. One man grabbed his neck. another took $500 from him after the event. Desilello investigated, trapped one suspect on Madison avenue, but gave the wrong house number to the police.

Anthony Ke Savoy Street Jndis Desi Deslilo Madison Avenue Jost Mighty

Josephine Miller Heads Hospital Alumnae in nondescript event

Josephine Miller elected president of the hospital alumnae at St Vincent’s training school. Seventy eight graduates attended a dinner at the Stratfield parlor with pink roses and colors on the tables. A dance followed at the nurses’ home on Fronting Street as graduation scenes were arranged by the faculty and friends.

St. Vincent’s Hok Mary Rothford Louise Rywott Staennurer Steatfield Flonting Street Fecultey

Larkin raids offices of Irish Transport Union

James Larkin the labor agitator and associates seized the offices of the Irish Transport and General Workers union according to a manifesto issued by the union. The document says that men are being sent to regain possession of the office amid expected cleavage in Irish labor since Larkin's return from the United States.

Sees husband trying to put man in trunk

A chaotic scene in New York where Kate Panenka discovers her husband Henry attempting to shove John Pose into a trunk after Pose is knocked unconscious. Pose dies en route to hospital as Panenka claims assault while Pose’s alleged attacker faces charges. details blurred by the readable fragments.

New York Joe Kate Panenka Fiuise Henry John Pose Polite Voski Sais

Bankrupt Brokers Helped By Tammany Official Testimony

Testimony at a bankruptcy hearing before Referee Harold Coffin shows that the Fuller brokerage firm, failing with 6 009 000 dollars, received aid prompted by Thomasy F. Wolny a Tammany official. Charles A. Stoneham a part owner of the New York Giants testified Foley helped McGee and Fuller seeking cash and loans from Stoneham via the National Exhibition Company.

New York E. 1 Funer Ql Company Thomasy F. Wolny Tansuyany Charles A. Stoneham New York Giants Harold ?. Coffin Stoneham Foley Fuller Company Cum National Exhibition Company Giants McGee MecGee Fuller

Escape from Tombs Court Prison Pen in New York

Heny Libera and Wiliam Schneider, fugitives from Hudson county, escaped from the prison pen of Tombs court. James Comerford, a laborer, shot Albert Lutz last Thursday, and Comerford helped guard escapees as keeper William Reynolds found him outside the cell holding the door. The two escapees were arraigned and held without bail for examination tomorrow.

New York Heny Libera Wiliam Schneider Tomibs Court Hudson County James Comerford Albert Lutz William Reynolds Comerford Fiirmly

Journalists barred at Boston Masonic meeting

Officers of the National League of Masume clubs announced at the Boston convention that copies of a Washington weekly devoted to Ku Klux Klan interests were distributed at registration. The league ordered removal and sequestration, with a special meeting to decide if the matter should be brought before officers or the convention.

Boston National League of Masume Liday Washington Ku Kius Klan HE. Melvn Resolutions Committee Masanio Ko Ius Klan

Chemical Combine Denied Army Use of Patents at Muscle Shoals

The Chemical Found ion, Int. refused permission for the War department to use certain patents, rendering the Muscle Shoals plant nearly useless. Colonel A W Anderson, counsel for the government, told the U S district court in the site case for return of German jaients is being heard. War repayment officers were outraged at Tailura ta five. NDAY SCHOOL CELEBRATES ESTPORT wine 11 cHieria. The Sauga tuck Congregational church Sunday school held a program with songs and recitations led by Rev Chifford W Hutchings. many attended.

Wer Department Muscle Shoals A. W Anderson United States Cnlevel Anderson Saugatuck Chifford W. Hutchings

Yale Students Disperse After Examinations

Graduates prepare for degree ceremonies as undergraduates depart New Haven after finishing exams. Seniors remaining near campus await commencement.

New Haven

Army and Navy aid blocked in enforcing Walstead act

President Harding will be informed soon that the Army and Navy cannot be legally used to enforce the Walstead act. The Department of Justice may advise, while a 1878 law limiting military posse comitatus is expected to figure in the opinion.

Washington Harding Allocony Daugherty Army Navy Ff States Lawny Department of Justice Generaj al Wilhebr MFA Congress United States

Coroner probes death of woman in sanitarium

Coroner Eli Mix of New Hayes investigates the death of Mrs Annie Sheehy of 138 Cayoline street Derby amid claims of inhuman treatment at the McFarland sanitarium Westport An autopsy showed no organ damage but bruises and marks noted by Dr D W McFarland who runs the sanitarium said the injuries were likely safety related in her acute mania The coroner released no statement pending further inquiry The Tehran Persia June 11 item notes the resigning of the inet today

Annie Sheehy William Sheehy Cayoline Street Derby McFarlang Westport Eli Mix Ne&® Hayes Henry Cowlint Derby D. W. McFarland McFarland

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