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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1926

Page

18

Tax to be levied on equipment in doctors offices

A 1925 tax list expansion will include medical and dental office equipment, barber shops, chiropractic offices, beauty and addressing parlors. The Board of Relief will assess visible taxable property not taxed in years. Notices issued to owners with estimated \$300,000 and up to appear before the board.

Board of Relief Aurbig Edward J. Rowe William BR. Connelly Louis A. Kornblut Sean

Daily Record of Ambulance Calls

At 2 05 p m an ambulance responded to Philip Michelich 738 Boston avenue with a punctured wound of the origin hand. He was treated and released. At 6 00 p m William Tomlason 843 North avenue was struck by an auto producing a laceration of the scalp and contusion of the left arm. He was taken from the emergency hospital to home.

Philip Michelich Boston Avenue Mast Main Street William Tomlason North Avenue

Religion Squeezed From People Is Hit By Anderson

Dr George Wool Anderson warned at the Tabernacle yesterday that religion is squeezed from people and pastors crush faith, hindering revival. He likened arousing Christian spirit to extracting oil, urging believers to give their best, keep prayer strong, and light the way like a lighthouse beacon. The sermon ended with a lighthouse tale about a candle that stayed alight to spark a beacon, stressing that persistence of faith matters more than size.

George Wool Anderson Tabernacle Pr. Anderson Christ

Neighbor Punch Case Ends With Damages Awarded

A Common Pleas jury awarded Mrs Mary Alicki 500 in damages against neighbor Anthony Klemaszewski for an April 16 1925 incident over a dividing fence. She testified he punched her during a confrontation after she asked him to leave on Good Friday, knocking out several teeth.

Mary Alicki Booth Street Common Pleas Court Anthony Klemaszewski

Radio reception cycles predicted by expert at Rotary luncheon

Radio expert William C. Morrison told Rotarians at Stratfield that radio reception moves in cycles. He said improvements in sets and static reduction will follow the current air condition, predicting a surge of development and better reception next year. The talk covered practical radio issues and drew questions. notable attendees included Carl Dietz, J. R. Booth, Lous Herrmann, A. E. Keating, and Carl Churchill.

Railio William C. Morrigan Rotary Duly Stratfield Radlo Engineéra Navy Morrison Carl F. Dietz

Fraud Conspiracy Alleged in Bankrupt Case Details

At the first creditors meeting for Charles Ganser, attorney Frederick TE Morgan alleged a possible four man fraud conspiracy. The group allegedly endorsed each other’s notes and shuffled wages while Ganser transferred a Devon house to Clifford Prescott. Other members include Carol Ganser and Harry Stander. multiple loans and mortgages are detailed with endorsements and unsettled debts.

Charles Ganser John Keogh Frederick TE. Morgan Charles Foptwood Lasner Tie New Haven Dairy Company Ganser Devon Clifford Prescott Prescots Florida Carol Ganser Harry Stander Stratford Gansgr Stander Set Morris Plan Bank Merchants Bank of New Haven Beneficial Loan Society People's Loan Society Af Bridgeport Mutual Loan and Finance Company of New Haven The City Loan Corporation of Earl Bunnell Columbus Finance Corporation Gasner Columbus Pingace Corporation

Prize play director to present four student works

The Director of the prize play Cucu lain of Erwin will present with three other prize plays The Bidack Crow Le Rubis and Bisness is Bisness by High School students Thursday and Friday nights in the Central High School auditorium.

Cuculain of Erwin Bidack Crow le Rubis Bisness Central High School

Algonquin Club Considers New Clubhouse and Dues Rise

At a special session led by President Harry E. Husted the Algonquin Club debated building a new clubhouse. A $1,000 option on church property expires March 7 and could cost $60,000. full project may reach $340,000 with land fees and equipment. Dues would rise to 100 a year for residents and 362 for non residents, taking effect January 1, 1927, with interim membership fee increase to 756. The plan aims to relieve overcrowding and offset higher rent in Court Exchange quarters.

Harry E. Husted Hig Court Exchange Board of Governors

Anderson Speaks At Factory Gates Religious Service

Dr George Wood Anderson and evan gel and his singers led a midday service at Bryant Electric yesterday. They will perform at Warren Harding High School this morning and host Lilona club at noon. Tomorrow two services are planned at Warvey Hubbell and Hatheway Manufacturing. A Federation of Business Girls supper follows at YWCA. Daily services recur at 240 and 780 at the Plaza tabernacle.

George Wood Anderson Evangel Robert Hartley Bryant Electric Factory Warren Harding High School Lilona Club Warvey Hubbell Company Hatheway Manufacturing Company Federation of Business Girls Y. W. Cc Tal Tabernacle

Another Club in First Is Formed

Mae to hold a meeting an appointment for officers announced. Mrs Connor names committees By laws membership and others. Attending were Mrs Arnold Cargill Mrs Jennie Flynn and several others including Miss Catherine St John Mrs Catherine Caul Miss Mary Mullane and Mrs Kivelyn Williams plus Florence Smith Marion Stark Anna White.

Mae alttowth @enlal Connor Mra Franklin Sullivan Grace Cargill Wthel LaPérge Howard B. Bryant Anna Mal Jane Joseph (Elling Franery Fox Marion Bannerman Arnold Cargill Jennie Flynn Catherine St. John

Farm Bureau Arranges Millinery Exhibition at Stratford

The North End Parent Teacher Association of Stratford will meet Thursday afternoon March 18 at 3 40 in Nichols Avenue School. A Connecticut Farm Bureau millinery demonstration will be arranged. Mrs Maude Curtis, president, will preside. An executive board business session will follow.

North End Parent Teacher Association of Stratford Nichols Avenue Connecticut Farm Bureau Maude Curtis

Hens Move Blocked and School Plans Highlight Meeting

The meeting postponed further elections until speaker Carroll Reed, superintendent of schools, spoke on 1930 needs. Five junior high schools costing about 2.6 million were proposed to serve a projected city population of 179,000, with locations in the western north end, southwest, west end, east side near Lincoln School, and northern east side. Captain James A. Walker discussed Main Street traffic, parking plans for City Plaza, and new traffic lights, while officers and directors were elected by the association.

Carroll R. Reed Skead North End West End Lincoln School Jim Reed Walker James A. Walker Trame Squad Main Street City Plaza Cap- Bee Walker Association of the Signal System Association Graves Todd Toad George W. Paltchild Daniel Morgan Robert T. Rock Louis F. Schwerdthe Carl C. Beck Archibald EB. Smith Frank Jacoby A. B. Vincent A. S. Anderson Fred H. Lyford N. R. Harney William ‘Tischler Frederick I. Morgan Henry F. Keller Clifford N. Gardner Frank H. Fargo George A. Fairchild August M. Engelhard Richard T. Staples William N. Mackenzie Howard

Marshall Trial Halted Over Point of Law

The Marshall trial paused as a legal point was raised and a decision promised for tomorrow. Mooney said on jury duty he lacked knowledge of the parties, and the defense notes the law firm of Abraham Wenrick connected to Marshall’s attorney had ties to a corporation Mooney is linked with. Jury size reached eight, with sixty questioned. the defense seeks younger jurors while the Commonwealth favors middle-aged ones with families.

Mooney McDevitt Marshall Abraham Wenrick Corporation 11 Corporation Commonwealth Fred ©. Kinsoll Betty Daugter

False Alarm Sparks Fire Crew Response at Lake Torpedo Co

A twelve year old boy, hoping to see the fire engines, triggered a false alarm yesterday afternoon by a belt arm bell at Lake Torpedo Boat Co. on Seaview avenue. Firemen arrived to find no fire and the boy did not wait to watch the engines after realizing the seriousness of his act.

Lake Torpedo Boat Co Seaview Avenue

False Alarm at Lake Torpedo Boot Co Fire

Fire record notes a 12:23 p m false alarm at Box 622 Lake Torpedo Boot Co Seaview Avenue Engine 6 8 hoao 3 chemical 1 track 3 handled by units with no damage or injuries reported.

Lake Torpedo Boot Co Seaview Avenue Hoao Chemical

Obituaries for Cameron Otis and Johnsons on Monday notices

Funeral services for Mrs Margaret A Cameron of 619 Wilmot avenue start at 8 30 am at home then Blessed Sacrament Church at 9 00 am with high requiem mass burial at family choice She belonged to Shepherds of Bethlehem Goldenlate lodge Lucetta Warner circle Companions of the Foresters of America. Also funeral for Mrs Adna Otis widow of John Otis of 34 George street with services at 8 30 am then St Augustine's church at 9 00 am burial at St Michaels cemetery. And funeral for Mrs Anna Johnson of 1418 East Main street at 3 00 pm with burial at Lakeview cemetery.

Margaret A. ‘Cameron Charles S. Cameron Wilmot Avenue Blessed Sacrament Church Shepherds of Bethlehem Goldenlate Lodge Lucetta Warner Circle Companions of the Foresters of America Adna Otis John Otis George Street St. Augustine's Church Dielock St. Michaels Cemetery Anna Johnson John G. Johnson East Main Street Lakeview Cemetery Mary Walsh James Walsh Joseph Oakey Butler Street St. Peter's Church St. Michael's Cemetery Frederick P. Converse Blakeman Place Stratford Daniel L. Stevens Portland Denonis O'Connor Pembroke Street Chames L. Dennis State Street St. Mary's Church St Michael’s Cemetery Loyal Order of Moose Bridgeport Lodge Mrs. Oakey Susan A. Hawley Susan A. Heawley Edwin Hawley John J. Dunn King Street Nichols Cemetery Donato Antonuccio Pasqualine Antonuccio Leonard Antouccio Ella Gerak Antonucelo St Michael Charles Howe Sxty-Five Thompson Street Henry A. Remington Barnum Avenue William Street Frank Czarnota Josephine ‘Czarnota Orchard Street Ft. Vincent's Hospital St. Michael's Church Byrial St. Michael's Cometagy

Multiple Obsequies Marker Stratford Memorial Notices

Readable portions list numerous funeral services in Stratford with dates and times for Mrs. Mary Walsh Mrs. Frederick P Converse Mrs. Denomis OConnor George Rockwell Bailey Ruth Braker Susan Hawley Pasqualine Antonuccio Ella Gerak Antonuccio Florence E Albert Charles Howe James Foley Josephine Czarnota and others detailing prior residences church names cemeteries and officiating clergy.

Police Sergeant Seeks Demotion in Norwalk

Detective Sergeant John Roberts of East Norwalk asked the City Council to revert to patrolman with no raise. Promoted Sept 8, 1925, his pay was held up after Mayor Robbins questioned legality. He sought the demotion due to lack of cooperation and no duties to perform amid funding issues.

Norwalk John Roberts East Norwalk Josa Roberts Counciil Thomas Robbing Hartford Robbins Roberta

Prohibition Straw Vote Underway Across Cities

A cross vote asks readers to mail ballots on Volstead act revision as The Post and Telegram tabulates results with 19 newspapers nationwide. Boston shows strong support for modifying the law with 13 097 for and 3 397 against. other cities report varied margins on light wines and beer and general support for reform.

Prohibition Post New Jersey Washington D. C New Orleans Ala Times-Picayune Salt Lake City Wctall Telegram Cincinnati Ohio Enquirer Pittsburgh Penn Gazette Times Manchester N. IL Union Leader Peoria Wils Transcript Constitution St. Paul Pioneer Press Anacodda, Mont Standard

New Stamford Police Chief Named 38 in Stamford

Earl Old Stamford reports John B. Brennan, 38, named chief of police succeeding James Heffernan who retires after 36 years. Brennan has served since 1914 and as captain since 1919. Mayor Keating also appoints Walter J. Williams as captain. Eleven supernumeraries named regulars. Richard Gillespie of Gillespie Brothers, Inc. named to Board of Finance.

Stamford John B. Brennan Samford Tagr Night James Heffernan Police Department Heffernan Bramford John F. Keating Walter J Williama Wiema Common Council Richard TH. Gilespie Gillespie Brothers, Inc Stamford Advocate Fi Nance Robert L. Johnson the Coure

Partola Mint Laxative Patent Medicine Ad

A vintage style ad claims peppermint Partola boosts appetite and acts as a laxative and antiseptic. It touts peppermint candy taste with mild digestive aid and invites readers to buy boxes, warning against imitations.

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Relief Board M. W. Belzer SP. M Fairfield Ave Tel Ator Service Mikes Daily Record Anderson H.E.E Morgan Miss Adeline Einder Algonquin Club Farm Bureau Business Anna Otis Anna Jolson Dennis O'Connor George Rockwell Bailey William J. Carver Orange Street August G. Mak Stratford Avenue E. Foster Piner Newfield M. E Ruth Braker God Tehee William May Harry VanWart Walter VanWart Henry Buckley Louis R. Albert Florence E. ‘Albert Long Hill Brinsmade Cemetery Long Til Earl Old Brennan Williams Read’s Visconti John ST
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