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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1924
Page
8
Stratford measures summer school as cost saving and sees extended vacation for students. Report discusses redistribution of funds and impact on promotions, noting a net financial balance favoring the Stratford school system.
Fairfield County League of Women Voters hosts gathering at Mrs Samuel Shas home in Redding Friday June 27 with a convention open at 10 o clock followed by business meeting luncheon and afternoon session in the Ford School auditorium National Women’s Union president Felis Sherwin to address the meeting all families welcome turning to hostesses in the afternoon session
Miss Elizabeth blank dies suddenly after a fall at her home in Devon. She resided with her brother and sister and leaves a daughter, several nieces, and a nephew. The funeral service is planned for Sunday at the Devon Improvement Hall with the interment at the local cemetery. A council meeting followed by the service will be held in the afternoon.
A fragmented local item details a Fairfield event or profile leading to a named judge and local officials. readable names and places are partially obscured in the OCR. The piece references timing and community figures, hinting at a council or court context without clear dates or outcomes.
A Derby man, Donald Waldhaus, sails from Lobokhen to Paris to compete in Olympic fencing. He is among Connecticut athletes chosen to represent the United States, with the event running June through July. Waldhaus will tour France and Italy before returning home under college entrance auspices.
City council actions include halting planned changes from Seavey to Adams street and delaying public works projects. The session covered budget items, property assessments, and orders for alley and paving work while noting staffing impacts and a worker disability.
A two-vehicle crash on Seymour Road left Joseph tol Jon and William Wiguerenessr of Waterbury dead at the scene and others hospitalized. A surgeon led the inquiry as authorities traced the mishap to a car veering into oncoming traffic near North Win Street.
Local merchants in Shelton press for an ordinance change to raise the peddler fee to four dollars. They argue out of town peddlers burden city expenses while regular vendors seek fairer contributions. The board of aldermen will review the proposal at their next meeting as public exhibitions and school events continue nearby.
Hawley High School graduates ten seniors this year with three named to the honor roll. The ceremony featured salutations, musical selections, and remarks from Principal Cunningham and Pastor Tarbert, with a benediction by Rev. Begin.
The owner of a garage reports a lunchtime burglary about 10 near the Post Road. Thieves forced entry through a panel and stole a quantity of stock and cash. Police were notified and are investigating the break in and totals.
The report recounts Seymour detailing enforcement operations and policy discussions. He addresses questions from probers about how police and justice departments should proceed with new legislative measures and policing missions.
Two cars collided on Danbury Road near the Westport line causing damage but no serious injuries. Police investigated and drivers were assisted. one vehicle sustained significant damage while the other had lighter damage.
Mas Vary Cleary Peet May, wife of Al nies MW Poet, died last night after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband and two sons. Funeral services are pending at the family home.
An ambassador to Mexico denies resigning and plans to remain at post until year end. The piece notes travel and family details, with references to Newark and Washington as locations tied to duties and movements.
A report outlines factional battles within a political convention as leaders jockey for influence. Alice was elected in the committee, while Shyalameda faced opposition and Senator Iedol Hoo of Wisconsin was a key candidate. The piece notes shifting alliances and the potential outcome of the convention vote.
A church gathering at Christ Church and another at Moly Trine reported by Bishop Brewster confirms the attendance of 26 youths from families named in the record. The ceremony included Miss Dave.by Lees and several other young women and men listed among attendees.
Court session opens with juries excused. Judge Walsh and Justice Wehag We Mete Gna preside. Judge John Walsh and others will oversee criminal cases in Common Pleas court this morning.
Fragmented OCR text reports a single case at Westport Court with unclear names and details. The readable portions mention trades or actions but lack concrete outcomes, dates, or involved parties, making precise summary difficult. Further legible text is needed to confirm the case subject, participants, and final disposition.
The Board of Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting in the Municipal building boardroom Tuesday evening June 16 to act on a written request from Du gene Wadhams superintendent of alarms for withdrawal of his resignation which was accepted previously by the board at a recent meeting. Wadhams, who has long served with the Fort Trumbull Beach volunteer company and later became superintendent of alarms, seeks reconsideration and to be reappointed.
The Wheeler residence in Stratford, idle for years, is slated to become a boys preparatory school. Carmel Hall directors reportedly purchased it and will relocate after Carmel authorities have possession, with classes expected to start in the fall.
Norwalh Red Crow secretary reports two Norwalk men in the war action aboard the Mississippi. Alexander MT Novovith son of Mr and Mrs John Novoinst listed as third class. Willhim Bilas of Wood and Peter Wesaros Yaalas mentioned as injured or safe rumors. No word yet from Mesraros whose closest relative is an aunt.
James Lynneh charged with embezzlement of funds from Go-Gas company. He has been bound over to the Savremo for trial in the Criminal Superior Court under bond.
The report outlines the county Superior Court fall term with Judge Booth and others assigned. Names include Tracy, Wilkin, Maltbie, Avery, and Marvin to sit through the war court year. Civil side opens September 5.
The Country Club of New Canaan hosts the Connecticut state tennis championship beginning June 10 with women's singles doubles and mixed doubles. Referee Mrs Herrv hh Tsaton-one of the state’s top players. Prizes awarded in all events. Luncheon daily and table d hote dinners each evening. A dance July 5 invites players and friends. Committee includes Mrs William H Baldwin and others. Entries must be sent to Mrs Baldwin with fees before June 27.
A Stratfield Volunteer Fire Department committee proposes revising its laws to specify chief term length and officer duties, address attendance, meetings, and fines for better participation. Members consider whether to formalize fines and whether the force should remain a volunteer organization with new attendance requirements.
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