Prizes Awarded at Milford High School Commencement
The Central Grammar School and Milford High School honored 20 Class of 1923 members with prizes. Gertrude Edna Bronwell won the Delphian Society Scholarship. Miles Helen Williams and Robert Merritt won senior prizes. Richard N. Platt earned the gold medal from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Alice Wheeler won the Board of Education's $1 senior prize. other awards went to Miss Melanie Chanell, Miss Gladye Eliaboth Rocks, and recipients of appreciation prizes. The Milford Police Department elected Serjeant Henry Gailbronner as a delegate to the State Police Men's Association convention. Additionally, plans for summer dances at Milford Yacht Club and St Gabriel’s project progress were noted, with church services and senior events described.
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Milford
Central Grammar School
aAlligerd High School
Lisrarane
Oma A. Platt
Board of Education
Delphian Society
Miles Helen Williams
Robert Merritt
Richard N. Platt
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy
Pickc
Melanie Chanell
Istish
Gladye Eliaboth
Graggs Rocks
Richard N. Pratt
Alice Wheeler
John Steckman
Sophomorres
Vicla’ Chapman
Jack Savioff
Muldred Garrines
Tester Wolfson
Milford Police Department
Serjeant
Kenry Gailbronner
Walnut Beach
State Policemen's Association
Stamfors
Jy Fi
J. M. Maher
Loral den Ment
Pines
Fort Trumpuil Beach
Asain
Huch
Tor
Oper
Resatta
Brancins
Fay Stoddard
St. Gabriels
Ite BP
OH. McClean
Catherine Maher
Edward Maher
Larkin House
Trombull Beach
Lew Haven Norima
Catherine Kernan
Seach
Local Church Plans Services and Society Notes
Easton special report notes Epworth League plans after morning service and a business meeting. Gladys Dickerson, junior superintendent, marries this month, with a reception. Bridgeport ministers and Uncles wives group to picnic next Monday at 1 30. Mr and Mrs Bartosik visiting from Danbury. Fred Sliman visiting daughter in Springfield. Mrs Gods wear of Hartford visiting Jack Farm.
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Finnings
Epworth League
Serviers
Bpwo League
Fiat Rock
Gladys Dickerson
Bridgeport
Vincent Hutosik
Uis de
Stratford School Team Closes For Summer Vacation
Stratford centers report the school year ends with students and staff preparing for summer break. The article notes curriculum work, athletic events, and community reactions as the term concludes amid weather and local priorities.
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Iuowas
Westeory Stratford
Hale May Be Next Fairfield Court Prosecutor
Fragmented report suggests Hale is a leading candidate for Fairfield County prosecutor. It notes uncertainty around Gerald Derusy and questions about appointment processes, with references to the governor and local commissions. Akemi may not be reappointed as chief aide, while deputy roles and staffing changes are discussed amid political maneuvering.
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Hale
Fairfield Court
Fairviels
Telegu
Altmounsh
Jonathan Grout
Aormanta
Suoread Barun Wika Daenom Juded
Elaine
Akemi
Suder
Pruareytar
Conrnitios
Water crowds gather for Compo beach early season
Residents flock to Compo as water tests show cold temperatures and unsettled conditions. Officials warn of strong currents while vendors set up near the pavilion and lifeguards begin daily patrols.
English Channel swim plans and local training report
A fragmented note outlines swimmers training for an English Channel crossing in the early fall. It mentions Fairheta Geach at Sea Park, Bearhanc, and a planned swim toward Grape Westport this Sunday, with unclear names and chaotic phrasing about managers and tours.
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Win
Fairheta Geach
Swan
Sea Park
Wirefield
Bearhanc
Grape Westport
Auknawlep- Hong
Savirenyie
Honored Pupils in Fairfield Fall Ill
In Fairfield several pupils are reported ill while others are honored at a school event. The article notes illness among students and mentions awards granted during the week at the local school, highlighting a moment of recognition amid health concerns.
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Fairfield
Unclear OCR Summary of Athletic Event
The text is an unreadable OCR fragment with many misspellings and broken phrases. It does not present clear names, dates, places, or outcomes to summarize into a reliable news item.
W R Williams elected head of Westport Alumni
W R Williams 18 elected head of Westport Alumni as annual meeting honors the association. The slate includes officers and committee members with names such as Kenneth Itthokense and Ving Moore.
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W. R. Williams
Westport
Wera
Mas
Ane
In Suiten
Kenneth Itthokense
Ving Moore
Tudson Ceteet
Wetuhers
Miss Reth Autor
Ehacegis Whlinna Blitels
Ati Sage Nelle
Tibpes Migs
Dorothy Adama
Tia Is
Bapene
Alisx Tqhitalonsen
Ofeok
Whaivamion
Ieee Officers Meet Monday Night District Assembly
Ieee officers held a meeting Monday night with Dane Spergat Velogvard and several members in attendance. The group discussed upcoming agenda items and confirmed plans for future sessions.
Westport Bank to Build Handsome Bank at State and Church
Westport Bank and Trust plans a new brick bank building at the corner of State and Church Streets. The project, expected to cost about 18,000 dollars, will occupy the lot facing the city’s main thoroughfare and include modern features. The growth will bring additional stores and boost downtown activity according to officials.
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Westport Bank and Trust Company
State and Church Streets
Fairfield Students Bound for Colleges Amid Unclear Notes
A fragmented list cites numerous Fairfield youths and educators connected to higher education, naming individuals such as Paul Vewael Miles Sekiex Bee Aiowre Chien Bhemwooad Copnci and others. Mentions Melboin University and figures like Waldron and Shera appear amid garbled text suggesting a school or guidance event.
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Padre Tishd
Maltin High School
Pollawss
Coorgeliwon Styne
Aliale Olipstedd
Cannretiont
Ieee Toe Wein Tiovothy
Ateeseng
Vinaiter
Atta Ho Poonspaki
Polsteotinie Inahiwes OM Aiae
Ise
Dene
University of Melboin
Prod Waldron
Sevensait Seliant
Kh Mok Leen Awelintey
Ceenige Ies
Druondhis Maresh T TavoRrove
Drenthe
Robert Shera
Lee Teint
Nattomiet
Mick Eaininars
Bridgeport Woman Married in Derby Derry
A Bridgeport woman was married in Derby Derry with ceremony details and families present. The bride, Mrs Sprenger, aided by relatives, received nurse duties at the Grith hospital and the couple planned to reside on Nobte avenue.
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Bridgeport
Derby
Derry
Liringeport
Mincopak Ehaven
Gold Badge Award Circles Sheriff Bradley
An unusual posthumous style note honors Sheriff D. W. Bradley with a gold badge. The fragmentary text references city aid and local officials, but the full context remains unclear due to garbled OCR.
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D. W. Bradley
Derby WETERY. ine Special tetary Veleerems
Derby near opening of annual fair events disrupted by supervision changes as Marion Anderson leads student activities. A shooting incident at Noublle-barrains shocks community. hospital care pending. Graduation exercises at Fenailin school noted with seventh grade program led by Miss Mary Lane.
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Fale Pra Devia Ashant
Atle Alg Vilehtander
Mtea
Weyys Grouse
Misa Marion Anderson
Pott
Huse Yong
Ioly
Sherk
Hon Cain
John Nolan
Manree
Tau
Hindy
Lauber
William Witah Howies
Fenailin School
Wim
Eunal
Mary Lane
Myrtle Beach Society Holds Last Meeting Amid Turmoil
An odd OCR laden item notes Myrtle Beach society's final meeting and references a parolee now in Norwalk. It mentions June and assorted blurred names, dates, and places, then shifts to a separate legal sentencing context tied to Greenwith's fans and a prison term, all in a jumbled local-news tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myrtle Beach Society
Norwalk
Rockledge and James A Farrell Home in Norwalk
Fragmented OCR describes the Norwalk residence named Rockledge linked to steel magnate James A Farrell. The text references a pond, local landmarks, and the surrounding area with garbled phrasing about historical figures.
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Rockledge
Norwalk
James A. Farrell
Noted statuary figure creator dies suddenly
The obituary details the death of a renowned sculptor known for statues in front of public buildings and for works depicting generals. Survived by a wife, two daughters, a son, and other relatives, with reference to his study and atelier in Paris and New York.
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Aelesia
New York
Generd
Custer
de Sauk
Abd
Atelier
Piris
Potten
Aba
Solilen
Ruth Poti
Nuthan
Navy inspection of Pacific will begin in August
A garbled but navigable passage notes a Navy inspection of Pacific coast sites starting in August. It mentions congressional involvement and base siting on the West Coast with the journey ending near San Diego and long reports expected to influence central base decisions.
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Navy Inspection
Pacific
Bhington
Min
Hera
Congress
Iugust
Mavifie
Diego Lo Mier
Vacitiz
Bridgeport to Meet Wilton Team in Local Contest
Bridgeport hosts Wilton in a scheduled game on June 22. The report notes rising prospects for both squads as teams vie for early season standings and regional bragging rights.
Free Industrial and Americanization Film Service Launched
The National Office of Information announces a nationwide free film service to promote industrial education and Americanization. Eleven national manufacturing associations back the program with New York headquarters coordinating distribution to schools, communities, and workers. Weekly updates bring new pictures to all regions, focusing on citizenship, industry, safety, and practical lessons for newcomers and the general public.
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Ingut Ana Well Ag
Geevice
Dorwind Wong
Eeneroue
Kinlention Winse
New York
Annual outing and busy schedule for local men’s club
Ansonia NTA plans a June outing with Derby Ansonia Shelton and Heytear at Double 14 as a highlight of the season. Industrial league tomorrow features Adams Manufacturing against Bassetts at 2, Premier Potter vs Seiten Sannis, Buddies field at 4, Star Ply with exhibitors at 6. Derby High School notes Adams tram strength, and a Veterans meeting follows at Odd Fellows with Milford figures expected. supper for G A R members and family invited.
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NTA
Associatnd
Derby
Ansonia
Shelton
Heytear
Adama Manufacturing Company
Bassettsak Buddies Field
Preimier Potter
Seiten Sannis
Budies
Star
Sunmysteat
Preimfer
Derby High School
Adams
Norrow
Wooster
Lone
Odd Feltewe
Norman
Milford
Uis Vision
Frank Metsny
Merider
Memders
G. A. RH
Three Tons of Fish Removed From Lake
A state fish and game commission action removed more than three tons of fish from Lake Whitherhu in the presence of about 7,999 onlookers. Thousands of perch and other species were gathered aboard nets, with experts classifying fish by species and fat content as part of the lake cleanup. The commission noted the operation will affect nearby lakes and fishing is still allowed in other areas.
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Whitherhu
He and Game Commission
Oecher Lakes
Middlesex County Names New Coroner L W Smith
June 22 report from New Lavin states L W Smith, a Middletown lawyer, named Middlesex County’s new coroner by the Supreme Court and Superior Court judges to succeed the late Davis. The office will be held for the county’s officials and will oversee coroner duties.
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L. W. Smith
Middlesex County
New Lavin
Townag W. Smu
Middletown
Wea
Supreme Land Superior Courts
Vouet Smith
8. Davis
Many Farm Lands Change Hands in Newtown Township
In Newtown Township several farm land exchanges occurred this week. George Mayer sold property to George Mayer of the Voroush district. another Mayer purchase involved Main street residential property. Edgar R. Crosler bought the Adams farm in Gay Plains from Homer G. Clarke. Lemke of Flat Swamp sold a farm to Peter Rath of New York City. Miss Eleanor S. Cavanaugh and Kitts Nilene Gibson sail on the Zeeland for Antwerp, Scotland, England, Belgium, Italy, and France.
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Nlsvytown
George Mayer
Patest
George A. Mayer
Voroush
Mayer
Main
Palestine
Edgar R. Crosler
Flat Swamp
Gay Plains
Homer G. Clarke
Fiuida Lemke
Petery R. Rath
New York City
Eleanor
Newtown Hight School
University of Syracuse
New le York
Scotland
England
Belgium
Italy
France
Irs
Catandugh
Phillicent
New York
Miss Bartram Weds Fairfield Resident
Fairfield June 22 Jeanette Bartram of 460 John Street Bridgeport married John Tucker of 40 Grastiere Avenue last night at Christ Church Courtland Street Bridgeport. After a wedding trip they will live at 3 Grasmere Avenue. The bride wore a tan traveling suit black satin pumps and hat with tan feather. she carried carnations. A reception at Alfred Tucker Grasmere Avenue followed.
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Fairfield
Snceini
Jeanette Bartram
John Street
Bridgepore
John Tucker
Grastiere Avenue
Christchurch
Courtland Street
Bridgeport
Grasmere Avenues
Protests Against Rheumatic Joint Pain Remedy Fraud
A controversial pharmacist touted Joint-Base as a universal cure for swollen inflamed joints caused by rheumatism. The ad promises rapid relief from ankle knee hip and shoulder pain and claims it is sold nationwide for 40 cents a tube, urging readers to buy now.
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Bridgeport Telegram
Flairfield
Stratford
Easton
Danbury
Greenwich
Iilford High
Broadwell
Stravtrord
Mane
Nevind
Blau
Iehonty
Annie Seedsiagd
Papilla
Hades
Snissed Beoutis
Pep
Seaford
Sehotgepet
En Cire Eranmar
Kelaaly Armin
Weatogue
Iidwierd
Keon Phegvet Ia
Westteont
Ania Mareniok
Betncerid
Phrtetr
Cavin Masten
Segre
Bette Baurhity
The
Faculty
Hani
Dilley
Compo
Guarda Bell
Eam
Duie
Dad
Menatin Goku
Benthpest
Ieee
Redding
Williss
Cifior
Uae
Wii
Babel O'Shea
Maria Chs
Amr
Manian Ogee
Famedio Ts
Beenona
Peer Detest
Conrnre
Handsome New Bank
Danugery
Belola
Ilepartuine
Suleold
Suwala
Louis Lands
Ewan Haakkeoner
Cropiwinh
Wal
Hni Ling
Rior
Greenwith
United States
Orion
Berete
Che Dee
Pareet
Hickers
Wilton
Telegentinje-Sumdas
Emareua
Thas
Repre- Sen
Aritaenoeries Company
Oranfield
Phe
Jean Hiade
Glibie
Sean Ant
Wan Keazon
Abe
Marisors
R. R
Danaly
New Haven
Hattie
Iainrmieiey
Hersonneiter
Hp Tate Rum
Ivaself
Darhuy
Paige
Almut
Stanley Crater
George E
Ravinier If
Lehor
Mackenzie
Newtown Township
Reid & Todd Jewelers & Optometrists
Main St
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