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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
4
Plans call for a new hospital on the site of the historic Pond homestead near Wilford, with three and a half acres of ground. The project aims to protect local history while providing a needed medical facility, pending support from officials and the community.
In Harrison, E M Jenning s cited for contempt amid dispute over a new garage. Judge Humes heard testimony on June 14 and 16 and reserved decision. The contempt charge stems from alleged violation of a temporary injunction blocking excavation or gasoline tank installation on property tied to John L Carpenter. Proceedings noted ongoing with ligation between Carpenter and Jennings over permanent right of way.
George W Gardner testifies in a suit against Max J Buechler to recover 150 dollars plus a deed on a Main Street property. Gardner says an agreement in February 1919 to find a buyer at 40000 dollars earned him two percent. Culwan arranged the buyer and a 57500 dollar payment plus 250 dollars was made. Buechler allegedly paid 4000 to end the deal but has refused further commission. he claims no firm agreement existed and offered 1.5 percent when the deal closed, which was refused. Judge Booth presides.
Federal agents investigate a wave of government property theft at a proving grounds near Clinton. Police say 0 or more suspects were sought on warrants for involvement in thefts totaling about $500000, with $106000 recovered. Items stolen include weapons, instruments, motor parts, and war souvenirs.
In Sul City, John Walsh testifies in a case against Stella Aley Agans over $1000 in alleged unlawful seizure of property from a restaurant run by Linest Heinz. Shr claims ownership of the goods, with implications of money and receipt irregularities. Attachments and liens are noted as reserved.
A Bridseport woman named in the petition for divorce from Predench Bo herelo petitions in the Superior Court. She alleges her husband’s temper and desertion, seeking relief and reminder of the November term of court.
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