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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1923

Page

6

Milford Fish School plans Garden Party and Senior events

Special to the Telegraph reports Milford High School activities for the ele ment week culminating in a Garden Play titled Garden. Miss Evelyn Burwell leads Senior and Junior roles with poems and songs by Helen Burnei. The senior class officers Gertrude Broadwell Franklin Smith Leon Lenard and Helen Burwell will lead a postplay procession. An Alumnus banquet follows at Hotel Pembroke with 300 expected, and baccalaureate services at Plymouth Church led by Rev Charles Fatki. Graduation occurs June 2 at Central Grammar School auditorium, with junior prom and reception June 22 in the grammar school.

Milford Milford Fish School Pridur Ever'ag Grimmar Sehout Sfeien Burwell Che Is Cages Elizabeth Missy Gertendeane Will Evelyn Boushaber Sheldon Payne Helen “Burnei Miss Broadwell Gertrude Sreadwell Franklin Smith Leon Lenard Helen Burwell Rose Piichs Helen Durwell Leon Lenerd Mildred Clark Aluram Milford High School Alumn Association Pembroke Woodmont Raymond B. Davidson Robert Houghkirk Edna Goldamouth Plymouth Church Fev Charles Tfatki Arsengei Gre Central Grammer School Simiors

Westport Notes and Local Updates Highlight Community Rail and Household News

Westport notes report routine town items including postal rural delivery, work by Clinton Welch and Michael Clears in local capitol and streets on North Main and Clinton avenues. Residents Joagh, Laura Chuynan, and others are mentioned with social updates. Deputy Sheriff Perry testifies in a Stanford case, and the Compo Engine Company holds a regular meeting and plans open house. Clifford Nichols resumes traffic duties in Hierel Square with renewed patrols on the Post road.

Westport Luneo States Clinton Welch Carusone Siste Miersford Michael Clears Weston Mierset Hte Kornstock Holdings North Main Street Clinton Avenue Redn Sherwin Riverside Avenue I and Sire Soey Uva Joagh Bern Laura Chuynan Francis Méknag Y Stanford Minn‘+ iiriewald Saugasuck Harold J. Draw Norwalk Compo Engine Company State Stree Compos Clifford Nichols Hierel Square Will Post Road

Chandler at Flag Day in Danbury

Public exercises will be held in the City Hall Auditorium on Friday evening in observance of Flag Day. The event, supervised by local Americanization director Rev. E. Barber, features an address by George G. Chandler of Hartford and the Governor's proclamation read by Mayor A. Homer Fillow. A 150 member chorus will perform patriotic selections.

Dambliey City Hall Pharades Mev

Fairfield Realty Deals Highlight Busy Week

June 12 report from Fairfield lists warranty deeds filed with Town Clerk Clary Flint. Transfers include Antone Walye to Charles Murray on Laurel Street. Anotn and Ida Forgell to Alexander Hils on Laurel Street. Szakeiesy to Lidia Loder on Florence and Stace streets. Debris to Mesut on Hol land Fill Road. Bridgeport Land and Title to Tirador on Castle Avenue. Kiss et al to Bertha Fiesenge on Kings Highway. Chapman Ropis to Guillie Knock on Walttgford. Forsell to Banesch on Helen Street. Guerta to Windsor Farish on Merwin's Lane. Koblac to Mary Ocain on Lenox Road. Buckingham to Otto Larson on Kings Highway. Cole to Caroline Stowe on Sound View Avenue. Oshobnak to Kaperak on Black Rock Turnpike. Kump to Mike Way on Castle Avenue.

Painfield Clary Flint Edward Oselo Alice M. Barr Edt Street Antone Walye Charles PL Murray Laurel Street Anton Ida Forgell Alexander Hils Ule Szakeiesy Lidia Loder Florence Street Stace Street Fiarry F Louiz Mesut Hadres Holland Fill Road Bridgeport Land and Title Company Anthony Tirador Castle Avenue Emmerich Kiss' Et al Kings Highway Bertha Fiesenge Chapman Ropis Guillie Knock Walttgford View Ida Forsel Alenander S. Banesch Helen Streat Louis Guerta Windsor Farish Merwin Arretta Koblac Mary E. Ocain Lenox Road Tunxis Hill Road B. Buckingham Otto Larson Cole Caroline E. Stowe Sound View Avenue Joseph Oshobnak Martin Kaperak Black Rock Turnpike Antonie Kump Mike

D A R Chapter of Fairfield Names New Committees

Eunice Dennie Burr chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution announces its new committees for the coming year. Regent Mrs. William Glover lists chairmen for Decoration Day Lighting and more, including Miss Annie B. Jennings for program and Miss Loretta Perry for ways and means.

Room A. H. Sherwood Kipn E. Betts F. A. Burr Loretta. Perry Job. Riker L. Tarleton Old Burying Ground Annie B. Jennings Misa Immia Wakeman A. EB. Jennings

Lordship Notes: School Activities and Fire Meeting

In Lordship on June 12 the Women’s auxiliary sent clothing to a needy eight-person family. Fire company members were called to a meeting for a fire drill. The eighth grade at Washington Stratford and Center schools held a clam bake and picnic. rehearsals for a patriotic exercise began with a cast including Alice Clark Raymond Ericson Paulina Green Thompson Harlow Alexander Hackley and Frances Buecher.

Lordship Feortin Daspthin John Saul Hay Lordship Beach Washington School Stratford Carpenter

Easton Notes Aston Hosts Anniversary Gathering

Mr and Mrs Charles Keller celebrated the tenth wedding anniversary of Mrs Keller’s niece Frances Ayce of Bridgeport with a Sunday gathering. Guests from Bridgeport included Frances Royce family Fred Wheeler family and Genevieve Morrissey. Mr and Mrs John Heilman of Aston attended. Rev Wanayey, former Methodist pastor now in New South Wales, visited Monday, with other local mentions of Yellow School and the academy.

Aston Charles Keller New Slilfore Yellow School Academy

Milford G O P Club to Discuss Charter Changes

Milford Milford June 15 Special to the Telegram The Milford Republican Club executive committee will meet Wednesday at 8 PM at Dr W Ralston s office to plan the June meeting The charter is expected to be the main topic for discussion Also notes on Nursing Association Rase Fete plans and a May visit report plus local court fines and weddings in Milford Haven area.

Bulford Milford Republican Club Bar] French David Green B.S Snyder Helence Y. Putney R. B W. Chase Fred Green EB. N. Clark Merritt Merwin D. E. Flatt

U S Cotton Standards To Be International

Washington June 12 The International cotton trade will rely on the United States standards as the basis for global norms. The agreement was reached today though the signature pending cable confirmation from foreign option exchanges and involved a joint statement by U.S. and international cotton bodies.

Washington United States

Schleifer Case Before Supreme Court in New Haven

June 12 the Supreme Court of Errors prepared to hear the state case against Ernest Schleifer an alleged utterer of radical instructions to striking Fairrade shopmen recently discharged in Superior Court by Judge Webb The State's Attorney Alling appeals Judge Webb's denial of a demurrer noting the case details and procedural posture.

New Hayyen Supreme Court of Errors Ernest Schleifer Fairraad Superior Court Webb Alling Wehba

Stamford Man to Head Darien Schools Appointment shocks Darien system

Stamford High School faculty member Edward H. Fuller has been named superintendent of the Darien School system, succeeding Leon H. Rockwell who recently resigned. The announcement was made today in Stamford.

Stamford Edward H. Fuller Stamford High School Darien Fuller Leon H. Rockwell

School board to confirm teachers at morrow night meeting

Special to Telegram notes the Long Hill School Board will hold its regular meeting tomorrow night to confirm teacher appointments. It is understood changes may occur in the town teaching staff. Local fire company Bowling association stockholders met tonight to discuss plans for a new addition and the contract setting.

Long Higl Bowling Association

Auto stolen from Bauer recovered near Stadtier’s park

Auto owned by Charles Bauer of 217 Parrett Avenue was stolen last Saturday on Main Street and recovered yesterday morning by police. Thieves abandoned the vehicle in woods near Stadtier’s Park.

Charles Bauer Parrett Avenue Woads Stadtier’s Park

Norwalks First Schoolhouse Languishes in Dilapidation

Norwalk reports its first schoolhouse, built in 1826 on Hat Avenue beside East Norwalk, now dilapidated and abandoned after being moved when the street widened. The one room building housed about forty pupils with iron swivel chairs, later divided, and used as a residence until recent disrepair. The piece recalls Civil War era pupils who left to enlist and notes the city’s neglect of preserving this historic landmark.

Norwals Walk Haat Avenue Norwalk O W. Raymond Hays North End South End

Stratford Declares War On Potters and Spooners

Stratford faces a crackdown on late night car courting and parking in dark streets as officials push for an anti parking ordinance. Councilman Sniffen criticizes motorists, citing incidents with farm thefts and damaged vehicles near orchards and vegetable patches. Local growers lament lost crops to Bridgeport visitors.

John J. Albright Bridgeport Stratford John Jhams Albright Lavor

Stamford Kiddies Revel In Refreshing Street Baths

Stamford public showers, created by the cooperation of the fire department, Stamford Water Co, and city administration under Mayor Alfred S. Phillips, attract children from crowded districts. Two portable units attached to a hydrant provide cooling spray, expected to grow in popularity despite warm weather.

Stamford Stamiford Fre Stamford Water Co Alfred S. Phillips Theéal

Stamford Mayor Halts Razing of Central Stores

Stamford June 15 Mayor A B Chit ibe ordered workmen not to demolish the Central Stores building until Metzger Fisher and Hale obtain formal Board of Building Commissioners approval. The move follows a prior informal permission by officials for another demolition, prompting questions about proper procedure and safety.

Stamford Chitibe Metzger Fisher Hale Board of Building Commissioners Building Commission

Westport to open new central fire station this summer

Westport officials announce plans for the new central fire station with formal opening likely in August or September. The Pioneer Hook and Ladder No. 1 and Engine Company No. 2 plan a carnival from June 9 to July 7 to raise funds for furnishing the new station.

Westport Westport Fire Department Iga Central Fire Auglia Pioneer Hook and Ladder Companys No Compa Engine Company No Tre

Liquor Stowaway Arrest Near Westport

In Westport on June 12 a Brooklyn man, Frank Mingalla, was halted on Botton Post road by State Policeman Harold Comstock and found transporting 100 gallons of contraband liquor in a Chevrolet truck hidden under groceries. Mingalla was jailed on illegal transportation charges with bonds set at 1,000, truck and load seized, trial moved from June 19 to the following morning after bond promises by former Sheriff Louis Richards.

Westport Botton Post Road Harold Comstock Ridgefield Frank Mingalla An Street Brooklyn Mingalla Sherif Louis Richards

Fairfield PTA to Elect Officers at Thursday Meeting

Fairfield June 12 Special to the Telegram The Fairfield Parent Teacher association will meet Thursday for its annual session to elect officers. A play titled The Employment Agency will follow the business meeting with a small admission fee to benefit the piano fund.

Fairfoild Fairfield Parent-Teacher Association Ansie B. Jennings Sherman School Piano Fund the Employment Agency

School League Elects Officers at Westport Meeting

At the annual meeting of the Parent Teacher Association in Westport Roberd W Fuller was elected president Emma Nash was named vice president Blisd Ida Kerne secretary treasurer A central clinic established in the school this year was reported to be a success

Westport Parent-Teacher Association Roberd W. Fuller Eiuina Nash Kerne

Thieves Enter House While Owner Watches

Stamford report describes Charles B. Hickey sitting on his veranda when a thief entered 134 Myrtle Street, stole a suitcase of apparel and cash, jewelry, totaling 66 dollars, and vanished. Fairfield brief notes illness of HW Riker of Fairfield Luncheon Club leading to a shortened meeting at Unquewa Hotel with program omitted.

Stamford Charles B. Hickey Myrtle Street Hickey Fairfield HW. J. Riker Unquewa Riker Fairfield Hardware

Drive for 700000 for Stamford Hospital drive

A fundraising drive to raise 700000 for Stamford hospital expansion runs June 16 to June 30. Governor Hugh L Cooper leads a committee that has organized the effort and plans to secure funds for the hospital treasury. Nearby towns Darien and New Canaan will be canvassed for support to build new hospital buildings.

Stamford Stamford Hospital Hugh L. Cooper Darien New Canaan

Three Auto Accidents Mark Fairfield Morning

Fairfield June 12. Three automobile accidents were reported in Fairfield this morning. Civil engineer Andrew Huntington narrowly escaped injury after colliding with Andrew Kish of Rhode Island Avenue near the Post Office. Kish faces possible reckless driving charges. A Sanford vehicle overturned near the green, with the driver claiming another car caused the crash. At Flina corners a Connecticut company trolley car, turning toward Bridgeport, was struck by a truck driven by Ralph Santomi of New Haven. both trolley and auto were damaged.

Fairfield Andrew Huntington Town Plan Commission Fairfield Center Andrew Kish Rhode Island Avenue Eay Kiel i J_ Sanford somered cuta Flina Corners Connecticut Company Ralph Santomi New Haven Bridgeport

Fairfield Seeks Large School Budget for 1923 1974

The Town School Board at Fairfield High School discussed the budget night. Small salary increases and higher operating costs push the proposed 1923 1974 budget over 26000. Last year’s budget was 198 925, aiming for July approval and fall town meeting finance committee inclusion. Graduation certificates were signed by board members.

Derby Aldermen To Discuss Many Matters Friday

Derby July 12 Special to The Telegram Friday evening the Board of Aldermen will meet Topics include a sidewalk curb and gutter project on Olivia street from Cottage to East Ninth, a layout and grade on Water street by Halleck Realty Co, and the main item a proposed gasoline station at the East Derby corner at the Green owned by the railroad company

Derby Board of Aldermen Olivia Street Front Cottage Street East Ninth Street Aldermanic Board Water Street Aialn Halleck Realty Co East Derby

Hatters' President to Speak Flag Day

Danbury lodge of Hilks to hold Flag Day observance at the Elks Home. G A R and World War veterans invited. Principal speaker will be Michael Greene of Orange New Jersey, president of the United Hatters of North America.

Danebury Danbury Lodge of Hilks Elks Michael &. Greene Orange N. J United Hatters of North America

Stolen cars returned to Greenwich owners

Greenwich, June 12. Twenty six stolen automobiles recovered by State police during the investigation into automobile thieves in the area were returned to their rightful owners today. Two cars were among those in the possession of the Gordy brothers, both convicted of automobile thefts in Bridgeport in a former term.

Greenwich Gordy Brothers Bridgeport

Garden party at Sunnie Holme estate in Fairfax

The Eunice Dennie Burichapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hosts its annual garden party at Sunnie Holme, the Annie B Jennings estate in Fairfax. Guests will play cards and Mah Jong and enjoy refreshments tomorrow afternoon.

Vairfield Eunice Dennie Bure Chiapter Daughters of the American Revolution Sunnie Holme Annie B- Jennings

Ok Brown Dies Prominent in Navy Circles

Greenwich June 12 Special to the Telegram Oakley Kineap Brown aged 24 son of Francis Kissam Brewh former captain of marines and World War veteran died shortly after midnight at Greenwich hospital after five weeks illness with appendicitis An operation failed to save his life He was educated at New York Military Academy and served on the Mexican border in 1916 as second lieutenant of the U S Marine Corps He rose to captain in 1918 and served aboard the U S S Connecticut later guarding aboard the Albany and served in Asiatic waters He left the service in 1921 He married Esther Edwards last year and has lived in Greenwich and New York He was a member of Greenwich Country Club and the Talon League Club of New York City Funeral will be Thursday at 3 30 p m at his Greenwich residence Rev M George Thompson officiating Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery

Greenwich Uoakley Kineap Brown Francis Kissam Brewh Sfonda Greenwich Hospital Brown New York Military Academy New York Infantry United States Marine Corps U. S. S. Connecticut Marine Guard L. & & Albany Asiatic Esther Edwards Chicago Inferna Woogiawn

Fairfield County Farm Bureau Demonstration in Lyons Plains Church

Weston June 12 Special to the Telegram The Fairfield County Farm Bureau will hold another home demonstration at Lyons Plains church on Thursday afternoon June 14 Mrs Dakin nutrition specialist from Connecticut Agricultural College will present on salads and sandwiches Everyone is invited to attend.

Weston Fairfield County Farm Bureau Lyons Plains

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