Hoffman Awarded Barnum Prize At Bridgeport High Graduation
The 292 graduates, second largest class, received diplomas in a ceremony led by Dr Alfred C Fones before 1800 attendees. Maurice Jerome Hoffman won the Barnum Prize for his paper on The American Diplomatic Service and will enter Harvard. John Phillip Waters earned second Barnum Prize honors for The Modern Minotaur. Katherine Alice Burton, valedictorian and Barnum Prize speaker, received the Hallen prize. Elsie Gertrude Comer was salutatorian. Other prize winners listed. continued on page 10.
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Bridgeport High School
Alfred C Fones
Board of Education
Ark Sults
Hoffman
Maurice Jerome Hoffman
Barnum
Harvard University
United States
Hl Mottman
John Phillip Waters
Waters
Katherine Alice Burton
Elsie Gertrude Comer
Joseph Fleischer
Firework Stand Sparks Plaza Protest At Wall and Middle
Erection of a firework stand on City Plaza at Wall and Middle caused protests by merchants yesterday. Opponents claim the city had no legitimate right to permit use of condemned property for a temporary stand. The issue may go to the Union Council. City Attorney Cornell questioned the legality but noted the permit could fall under council powers to use a public street temporarily.
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Wall
Middle Street
Cty
Union Council
Dh Butler
Cornell
Escaped Lunatic Wanders With Chains Through Town
An escaped inmate known as Luminofus of hug hambufia, shackled at the wrists with severed chain pieces, wandered Stamford Avenue yesterday afternoon drawing curious stares. Passersby Paired two men believing him to be an escaped prisoner to police headquarters. The man spoke in cryptic phrases prompting further police questioning. Later, the WC Parkind sanitarium announced the inmate had escaped and surrendered to authorities.
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Sidney
Stamford
Blaik Smnttey
Parkind Santarian
Cn Dal
C of C Now Boasting Largest Membership Roll in Its History
Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce reports 546 new members this week, bringing total to 1 195, the largest in its history. Final luncheon wrapped up the drive with 147 applications. leaders praise President George Crawford and the Chamber staff. A members council was approved to keep the organization active, while many firms and divisions reported record gains and ongoing member subscriptions.
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Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce
George TH Woods Leace
Imation
Georgerawfod
Georg Crawford
Chima F Ummerce Uiler
Northrop
Mior
Chamber Remebers Council
Itg
Majors
Hun c Company
Sylvester
Pol
Bridgeport
James Walke
Honard S Challenger
John Young
Ln Mound
Wilfe
George Waldes
Wee
Horace
Merwins
Walte
Clarence King
State milk producers predict price boost in coming months
June 29 report from the Connecticut Walk Producers Association notes an anticipated rise in milk prices. Officials expect the increase to take effect by August or September, signaling higher costs for dairy buyers and consumers statewide.
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Assoiation
Big Show Returns to City After Two Years Absence
The Ringling and Barnum and Bailey circus visits the area for a lengthy engagement, marking the first homecoming appearance in years. Officials promise a grand display featuring wild animals, trained acts, and a parade as crowds fill the tented arena.
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City
Ringling and Barnum and Bailey
Fridreyort
New Haven
Rand
Orithiens
Uni Baget
Sylvester Z Poli Predicts Bridgeport Growth and Faith
Sylvester Poli, owner of four theaters and extensive Bridgeport real estate, outlined a bold future at a chamber luncheon. He forecast Bridgeport reaching 360000 residents and urged continued investment, noting a large house under construction and plans reflecting optimistic growth.
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Sylvester Poli
Pridgepoit Real Estate
Pridgepoit
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
Wr Poli
Bridgeport
Man Charged With Passing Spurious Money In City
A man was charged after eight months of alleged possession and passing counterfeit currency. He was arrested yesterday and held without bonds for arraignment before Interstate Commissioner Hugh Lavery. Authorities say he offered a counterfeit $10 bill to a Middletown merchant in November and received genuine currency in change. Further activity and the scope of his actions were to be presented to Commissioner Ivyery.
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Senet
Ods Bunne Potiert
Hugh
Poison Found in Rabbi's Stomach Inquest Opens
A report states poison was located in the stomach of Rabbi A Mever. The death is being treated as a possible murder. Police and investigators are examining the scene and awaiting the coroner's ruling on the cause. The city authorities have called for expert testimony following the incident.
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San Ras
Political party planks discussed at conference in Ohio
A conference in Ohio today tackled party platform ideas and policy aims. Organizers including Cathy Pelide presented proposals as speakers debated positions and strategy for future elections at the event.
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Wistervo
Ohio
Wilson Explains Closing of City Normal School
Wilson notes state should train teachers as Bridgeport school needs rise and local costs rise. Board cites annual operating cost of 36906 dollars, lack of placements, and space for high and elementary schools. Meeting with Alderman Hogan outlines reasons for discontinuation and potential referendum.
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Wilson
City Normal School
Bridgeport Normal
Board of Education
Whity Normal School
Lynn W Wilson
William J Tlogian
Common Council
Bridgeport
Tenchers
Tua
Danburs
Four Wayia
Danbury
Ormal
Miscellaneous Committee
Hogan
Liquor Appears as by Magic On Liner
A Daily Mail report from Southampton notes the steamship Majesty arrived from New York with hidden contraband liquor. Bottles of wine and spirits surfaced under passengers trunks and even beer bottles appeared among innocuous luggage during the voyage.
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Pondon
Associated Press
Changes in Shop Locations Prompt Major Local Building Boom
Horan sells property and plans to move. Fritz and Hawley will relocate opticians to 1024 Main Street. Davis and Savard depart Main Street at Fairfield. eight story building planned at Golden Hill and Main. J Johnson & Sons shift to ground floor of Connecticut National Bank. Wall to Middle Street stores to open. Commercial Bank and Trust to launch four new Marin Street buildings before September. Professional building to rise at Main and Golden Hill with 10 cent Store remaining. Wheeler estate starts building for doctors syndicate around September 1.
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Piidgeport
Davis
Savard
Main Street
Fairfield Avenue
Golden Hill
Clothiers
Golden Hilltreet
Filtz and Hawley
Opticians
Expres
Stephen D Horan Horin
Sheffield Tunch Company
J Johnson & Sons
Connecticut National Bank
Wall
Middle Street
Commercial Bank and Trust Company
Marin Street
Congresg Street
Cornri
Main
Golden Hill Streets
Storley
10 Cent
Samuel H Wheeler
Johnston Triumphs over Richards at Wimbledon
Johnston of California defeated Vincent Richards of Yonkers in straight sets at Wimbledon in a highly duelled fifth round Worlds team championship match. The match showcased elite tennis with fast pace and precise shots as Johnston leveraged superior strategy and movement to prevail.
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Richards
Wimbledon
Tournamnt
Therbucquet
Coverseyw
Tisher
Lime
Hartford
Hilles
Brasson
Simpson
Yankees
Athletics
Washington
Rd Sox
White Sox
Cleveland
Tigers
Reds
Cals
Dodgers
HII
Vin Richarda
Kneepir
Princeton
Dexter Cunmings
Yale
Singh
Treasure Hunt Tales From Stratford Point Lighthouse
The Bridgeport Sunday Post recounts a midcentury attempt to unearth Captain Kidd’s treasure at Stratford Point, told humorously by H. Judson, longtime keeper of the Stratford Point Lighthouse, highlighting the era’s spoof and hopeful searches by locals.
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Stittford Point
Hhene” Judson
Stratford Point Lghthouse
Administration Passes Back On Liquor Law Change
Washington reports indicate the administration will not rush to revise the prohibition law despite foreign objections. Officials caution that if treaty talks fail, relief for foreign ships rests with potential congressional action, while exploring cautious steps under existing authority.
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Washington
Treasury
Congress
Hardings
White House
State Department
Foregn
Gurdens
Poincare Cheered as Senate Votes Ruhr Credits
Prime Minister Poincare inspired the Senate with a speech urging credits for the Ruhr occupation. The upper house voted 307 to 400 thousand francs, with no dissent, after an emotional appeal referencing Germany’s finances and future coercive measures.
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Poincare
Senate
Weldom
Ruhr
France
Germany
Jle
uLom
Bridgeport News Briefs Include Fireworks Ban and School Changes
The report covers local happenings in Bridgeport and surrounding towns with items on a Barnum cnsa prize, high school events, a renewed Main Street plan for autumn, a new city budget note, and firework restrictions. It mentions marriage licenses, divorce decrees, and various civic efforts, plus sports results and upcoming tennis and boxing events.
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Maurice Hoffman
Barnum Cnsa
Fligh
John P Waters
Courts of Foresters
Bridgeport
Main Street
Autumn Wilson
Board of Education
Washington Avenue
Plano
John Adam Hugo
August Berger
New Bridge Cost Constrained to 300000 Says City Council
The Common Council discussed plans for a new Washington Avenue bridge with a target cost not to exceed 300000. Council member Atwater indicated potential savings of at least 100660 and predicted the bridge could be built for under 50000 more than the figure. The May session is noted for further action as bids open and the commission awaits contractor alignment.
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Sameone
Atwater Gbafiman
Taide Commission
Atwater
Willy
Alete
Harding Aims at Balancing Capital and Labor in Montana
In Helena on June 29 Associated Press reports President Harding addressed social justice and labor questions during a western tour. He argued the administration seeks to ease tensions between capital and labor, avoiding conflict while urging mutual duties to the public. He spoke of deflation fears and cautioned against extremes on both sides as he toured Montana towns and later visited Yellowstone.
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Curzon
Tunsey
American Federation of Lextile
Norwich
Boston
Hall
Davison
White Plains
Morse
Harding
Mortana
Federal Labor Department
Helena
Mont
Associated Press
Yellowstone National Park
United States Vettrewa
Shriners
Montana
Butte At Basin
President
Handa
Clancey
Grestines
Elas
Menta
Mbabane
Adzeg
Hna
Professors Withdraw From Amherst Faculty
Themis Reed Powell of Columna University and Henry Abadd have withdrawn from Amherst College faculty for the next year. They cited personal reasons and financial concerns and informed President Olds of their resignations.
Bowdoin Hears From Nearing North Sydney Harbor
North Sydney reports Bowdoin entering harbor after a sixty hour voyage up the Nova Scotia coast. Captain Donald B. MacMillan notes smooth seas, an active wireless link with stations across the United States and Canada, and a near collision with a fisherman at midnight. The crew plans to stay through weekend before leaving for Sydney.
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New York
Ance Menage
Mac
Bowders
North Sydney
Beagel
Donald B Mac
Nova
Scotia
United States
Canada
Om ' i
Germans Sentenced to Death by French Court Martial
Seven Germans were today sentenced to death by a French court martial for sabotage. One was condemned to life servitude, another to five years imprisonment on the same charge.
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Associated Press
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Joseph Fleisher
Allen Olmstead
Josephine Theresa Dargan
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Fritz & Hawley
Tiay
Teshaurdy
Waderhile
Bill Kidd
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Bridgeport Sunday Post
International Comity
John H Williams
Veterans of Foreign Warrior
Jantor
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Woodmont
Easton
Clyrtle Beach
Stratford
Demple
Attorne Hayes
Waterbury
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Pete Bronca
Rula Credit
Federal Reserve Bank
Steadier Stirling Exchange
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N. Sidney Harbor
Wiscasset
Maine
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Do B Mu Mitlan
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