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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1923

Page

2

Ward Gives Up Fight To Retain Cable Messages

Ward president of Ward S Baking Co and brother Ralph testified before a Grand Jury investigating a blackmail plot tied to cable messages. The court ordered production of copies in the Grand Jury room but ruling on submission to the Grand Jury awaited later proceedings.

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New Haven Boy Dies After Stabbing

A 15 year old New Haven boy was stabbed over the heart during a quarrel with another youth. He was taken to New Haven hospital in critical condition with profuse bleeding and no pulse. Surgery was performed but he did not survive.

New Haven Wohaven Xmuel Jones Vr Plaga Corimen Council Chistine Tromb Pebrusey Pune Jornbors Connectiut Kinderguten Connecticut Trade and Technical

East Washington Avenue Bridge Construction Proposal Notice

Formal invitation for bids on the 11 Washington Avenue Bridge project by East Washington Avenue Bridge Commission Stratford Town Clerk notices list bid procedures date for opening and plan costs sent by City Engineer James Wiltroy and clerk Frans P Dunigan. Includes foreclosure sale notice and probate estate actions with deadlines for claims and payments.

East Washington Avenue 11 Washington Avenue East Washington Avenue Bridge City Hall Bridgeport James Wil Troy

Died Bulrdsell Royersford Funeral Notices

In memoriam notices for Royersford Pennsylvania with funeral details. Names include Foran and families inviting friends to services at a church and interment at Mountain Grove cemetery. Dates mention June and July with times listed for 830 AM and 9 oclock services.

Bulrdsell Royersford Franey Steeford Iene

Endorsement Move for Williams in VFW Meeting

Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Norwalk voted to recommend endorsement of State Commander John H Williams of Bridgeport at the upcoming state encampment. Delegates from New York and several Connecticut cities arrived for the event as Walter Ro Cowlings seeks support for state commander.

Bridgeport Connecticut Norwalk Collings Speer Veterans of Foreign Wars John H Williams Nemiee National Organization Norfolk Willaims Walter I. Joyce Matton

Obituary notices for Foran Rowe Magner Urey and others

Funeral services for James F Foran were held this morning with a high Mass of requiem at St Peters Church and interment at St Michaels Cemetery. Agnes Rowe and Mary J Urey had services yesterday with requiem masses and burials at Union and St Michaels cemeteries. William Thomas Magner former Connecticut league baseball player received a solemn high requiem at St Charles Church, with pallbearers named. burial followed at St Hily Cemetery. Hessie Bowers, Mrs Powers Hole and other local residents were also remembered in funeral services noted from various homes and churches.

James F Foran James Ff Foran Ins Mra Fossmitte Hanover Street St Peters Church St Michaels Ceme Vanes Rowe Agnes Rowe Mortuay Chapel August & Lout Stratford Avenue Revick LE Aitking Wisin Union Cemetery Stratford William ‘Thomas Magner William Thomas Magner Brooks Street St Charies Church P Jo McGoins Che John Rhemple Tatrick Sullivan Joseph Monaghan William Russell Joh Shaw St Vihily Cemetery Hessie Bowers Mis¢sete Powers Hole TSS Uyew Wonae

Big Show Returns to City With Vast Ringling Brothers Act

The Ringling Brothers circus returns after two years with a new Bridgeport site and an expanded program. Star performers include Berta Beeson Lily Leitzel and Teatrice Sweennes, plus a dozen acts such as Bareback Aristocrine and the Silbons aerialists. The show features nine separate acts a grand pageant and animal displays designed to delight children and families alike.

Bridgeport Berta Beeson Lily Leitzel Teatrice Sweenns Mile Theol Nelsons Sma Titan Plechrinis Clarkenians Weriaisis England Jelgens Silbons Jong Wun Sigeprrate Aristocrnes Nemige Sevilles Roerers Udnis Clewis Funeus

Stratford Police Sergeant Injured In Truck Pursuit

Stratford June 29 A Stratford Police sergeant Leonard Holmes was badly bruised when during a chase after Anthony Pope the pursuing motorcycle collided with a trolley brake corner street rail. Holmes received a head wound and injuries to his leg as the machine toppled. Pope fled and has not yet been served with a summons for alleged traffic violations.

Stratford Spedad Feonard Holmes Anthony Pope Diaser Holmes Wanstance Pope

Auto Thieves Quiet Horse Thieves Busy

Two horses were reported stolen yesterday amid a rash of thefts on Fast Wen Street. A horse and auto theft wave drew police attention as residents described suspicious activity near Madison and Sterling. Local owner William Pert of Madison reported one horse missing from a pictured tack area.

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Smokes to Match Milady's Dress Steals The Spotlight

A vivid scene describes a fashionable display where a lady demands a puff and a cirette to harmonize with silk and brown tones. A brown reticule and cigarette case reveal cream colored cigarettes with brown silk tips, as the crowd notes the stylish harmonization and a promise to purchase a matching accessory.

Milady Inoka Bobbie Dearest Alloin Brown Symphony

Zev Might Miss Spa Meeting as Hildreth Handles Patchwork

Trainer Bam Hildreth faces a tough patch converting Zev and three star racers Bud Lerner Gey Lag into race readiness. Zev injury during a workout prompted hospital care and concern from racing fans after a string of setbacks including prior Futurity injury and influenza. Hildreth hopes Zev rebounds for August Spa plans and big meets at Churchill Downs and Pimlico.

Bam Hildreth Saratoga United [States Zev Gey Lag Bud Lerner Zev Bam Publa Nan War Hidreth Big Big Spi Ron Sally Y Alley Hildreth Pimlico Cassie Dr Cours Churchill

Hartford Saloons Closed by Injunctions in Hartford

Three Hartford saloons faced injunctions at Hartford Superior Court, with Judge John W Bankson presiding. Proceedings target operators responsible for prices through June, as hearings set for July 12. Establishments at 65 Market Street, 72 Main Street, and 1675 Main Street are involved.

Hartford Btatis Hugh M Alerin Leought Superior Court John W Bankson Main Atrest

Three New State Commissioners Take Office Monday

Three new state commissioners will assume office Monday as Governor Templeton appoints Harry E Mackenzie and Charles J Bennett will depart. Duncan Howard Po Dunham and John A MacTionda take over major duties, with terms set for four years from July 1, and previous appointees stepping aside as the departments reorganize under new leadership.

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Stratford Merchants Warned On Fireworks Sale

Stratford merchants were cautioned to curb fireworks sales before July. Police report residents across the city line buying explosives on Bruce Avenue and Barnum Avenue and bringing them to Bridgeport for premature Fourth of July displays. In Stratford the disturbance affected students and families. retailers agreed to cap sales until July 1. Lordship Community Fireworks plans a July Fourth event with police protection and a display near Stratford Point lighthouse.

Stratford Star Hruce Avenue Barnum Avenue Bridgeport Inter Lordshp Stratford Point

Auto Instantly Kills Child In New Haven

June 29 Elizab eth McNeil six of thin city was instantly killed at the corner of Columb ua avenue and Hedge street when struck by an automobile owned and driven by Frank C Eaton of 679 Daweon Street New York City Eaton was held in 3000 bonds to await the action of the coroner.

New Haven Elizabeth McNeil Thin City

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