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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1923
Page
4
A public health notice urges prompt treatment for contagious coughs and colds to prevent progression to flu and grippe. It touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a quick remedy, warns against substitutes, and emphasizes brand name recognition.
Paris March 4 AP report says a Russian envoy Basile Matakoff signals non Bolshevik groups may back reconstruction if Moscow reforms, legalizing private property and civil political rights. He says Russians abroad could support a post Soviet political setup with free elections and broader participation, potentially modifying Soviet structure rather than preserving it.
Greenwich March 4 Special John Danko held on vagrancy charges in Port Chester died today in Greenwich Hospital. No relatives found. he claimed Fort Chester as residence. Burial is planned for tomorrow in the town cemetery.
In a heated session ahead, Democrats warn the council may pause or defeat key measures despite a full agenda. Rumors swirl of a push to jam through an old hire ordinance and a charter amendment blocking department abolitions, complicating a fight over Fire Prevention Bureau changes and staffing.
New York March 4 Dr Sugden recalls the Alaska shooting that inspired Robert Service to write Dan McGrew. He recounts Wyoming Bill and Lou, their Boston origins, their gambling, the Nugget saloon murder, the duel with a stranger, and Lou’s later life and death, with Sugden noting his own long career and travels.
New York police pursue a mysterious gunwoman as a possible motive in the murder of contractor Schneider. Investigators note he planned a 1 million dollar Bronx loan to develop apartments, fueling rival conspiracies while his partner’s alibi strengthens. District Attorney and police examined the crime scene but gave no comment on clues.
Fairfield amateurs reported in Pittsburgh heard during a March 4 special. They claimed reports from stations indicate transmissions powered by an eight volt storage battery. Local radio concerts were interrupted by a strong steady tattoo from a transmitter suspected to be operated by another Fairfield amateur, prompting others to identify the sender.
Market observer reports continued high butter prices in Bridgeport may ease soon. Wholesale quotes show best creamery grades down from 62-66 cents to 30-43 cents per pound, with easing expected as 2.3 million pounds of New Zealand butter arrive and imports at New York ease prices. Sugar in most stores runs about 9 to 9 1/2 cents per pound, though retail slips vary.
The Westport Fire Department will hold its quarterly meeting at Saugatuck Hose Company No 4 House Tuesday night March 6. The event includes an entertainment lineup with an orchestra, Norwalk singers led by Tralph Dibble, a colored quartet, short talks, and a monologist. Local men may speak while Rev Depson officiates. the Holy Trinity rector presided at morning services on Bas Chuxen Street. The Women's Auxiliary meets Wednesday afternoon. Bible Classes meet Friday night. the Westport Library is open this afternoon. Pioneer, Stock and Ladder No 1 and Wigikint Hose No 3 will hold meetings tomorrow night.
Edward Lauterbach pioneer lawyer and former president of the Baltimore and Southern Railway company and twice-president of the American Railroad company of Porto Rico died of heart disease in New York at age 78. He long served as treasurer and twice chairman of the New York Republican committee.
Police were informed yesterday that several dynamite sticks and road-building tools were stolen from a city shack near Beardsley Park. The incident prompts a criminal inquiry and investigation for suspects and motives.
Harvard announce spring sports schedules with track and soccer fixtures. Track home games listed with the Penn relay in Philadelphia, MIT, Princeton, and an intercollegiate meet in New York. Soccer matches include Amherst, Springfield College, Dartmouth, Cornell, Penn, Yale, and Haverford among others.
New York March 4 Leo Dickerman a top pitcher in the Southern Association last season signed a 1923 contract with the Brooklyn Nationals. Dickerman was purchased from the Memphis club.
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