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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1925

Page

2

Walsh nominated for new term as judge in county

Governor Crumbuld sent nominations to the Senate for several judicial posts in Far fegg county and New Haven. John T Walsh of Wein was named to succeed himself as common pleas judge for four years. Other nominations included Justices from New Haven and Groton, with several bills referred to committees and a heavy Senate agenda outlined.

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Derby foreman dies after operation tragedy erupts

An elderly Derby foreman died after a medical procedure while in hospital. Reports indicate complications during an operation led to his death, with surgeons and hospital staff detailing the final outcome as authorities prepare formal notes and possible inquiries.

Teacher Granted Leave To Study At College

The school committee approved a leave of absence for a teacher to study at a local college. The arrangement allows coverage during the leave and begins September 1.

Committee Split Inaction On Forfeited Rights

The Rights committee divided over inaction affecting about seventy petitioners seeking reruns of their rights. Reported disagreements centered on whether statutes require publication ads and whether legislature should act to address neglected cases. Some members urged a favorable report. others urged waiting for attorney general opinions before legislative action.

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Auto Thieves Steal Ansonia Delivery Car

Report cites a theft of a delivery vehicle in Ansonia with unclear details from OCR text. The fragment mentions suspects, a store or street scene, and potential involvement of local individuals, but specifics about time, motive, or outcome remain unreadable.

Ansonia

Meetings Tonight Warers and Local Assemblies

Fragmented OCR brief lists meetings and venues with scattered names and times. The readable segments reference community groups and locations likely scheduling gatherings for the evening.

House Kills Bill 70 Reduce Number of County Agents

Legislative actions reported include the House killing Bill 70 which sought to reduce county agents. The record details various amendments and related measures on education, labor, taxation, and municipal affairs, noting adoption or rejection of several proposals and committee referrals as part of a broader session.

HOUSE Bill

Blodgett’s Ripper Bill To Be Heard Early Next Month

Telegram staff report outlines Blodgett’s bill on tax piloting and administration. Hearings set for early next month with city officials and senate channels to discuss policy and potential adoption.

Blodgett Ripper Git Telegram Hinds

Contestors of Will Call More Witnesses

Fragmentary OCR notes describe contestors of will calling additional witnesses. Names and details are garbled, but reference to examinations and testimonies appears amid unclear lines. No clear dates or places.

Hayford Dies as World Honors His Earth Measurements

Professor Hayford, director at Northwestern University College of Engineering, dies after a stroke as his earth diameter measurements are adopted as international standards. The Madrid meeting of the International Geodetic Union confirms the Hayford ellipsoid as the reference for global boundary surveys.

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Plans to Expand New Library Frontage and Space

The proposed library expansion would add 66 feet of frontage and 45 feet on Gilbert Street while increasing overall floor area. Revised plans show an 18 foot building front and altered wall lines, with costs rising by about 1006 feet of floor space and estimated construction expenses.

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City council considers borrowing for street works and property purchase

Mr Bishop notes that council approval of a borrowing near 40000 will be sought to fund street and property deals in the neighborhood. If approved the city would assume liability for improvements and condemnation actions. Building arrangements will be delayed until the matter is settled.

Bishop Stid Caunel

Berate Aldermen Over Nonattendance at District Meetings

Fifth district Republican club members erupted at a session over nonresident membership and alderman absence. James Martin urged action while Smallwood was re elected chair. William Soda resigned after failing to push a residency rule, and a harmony plea followed as dues totaling 148 were reported collected.

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Doctors Back Bill for Cancer Inquiry Commission

Telegram dispatch reports March 14 that Drs S Y A La Field 11 Bertin Lambert and Shniold W Heiss of Bridgeport testified before the Legislative Public Health and Safety committee in support of creating a commission to study cancer and its related diseases. The bill calls for a three member panel appointed by the governor, including a cancer expert with at least 10 years of practice. no pay for the members is specified.

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Bill to Make Trucks Pay for Road Repair

A local bill proposed by the Harilord legislature would require truck owners to pay for part of road repairs. The plan, backed by the Motor Vehicles Commissioner, outlines fees per mile of freight transport and sets penalties including suspensions and fines for noncompliance.

Thread Workers Quit as Plant Closes

A mass walkout by thread workers leads to immediate plant closure. Management cites market pressures and tsunamis of times as factors, with unions and local officials weighing options as operations halt and nearby facilities experience increased activity.

Congressman Tucker Declines 2500 Salary Increase

Washington March 10 Representative Tucker Democrat Virginia refuses to accept the $2500 pay raise for members of the last Congress, noting that reelected members were chosen for jobs carrying only $7000 yearly. He cites his grandfather Henry St George Tucker, former representative in the 14th Congress, who refused a raise for the same reason, leaving the money in the treasury.

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Equal pay bill for teachers clears committee in Hartford

Hartford March 10 unopposed in committee the teachers equal pay bill advances with support from Senator Frederik J. Ford of New Haven while Hannah D. Lawnsend also of New Haven sponsors the measure. opposed by Commissioner A Y Meredith to a kindergarten bill by Senator Frank Ware gory of Norwalk. Joan J. Dyane of the American Federation of State Employees urges a favorable committee report.

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Referendum Sought on Mount Rushmore Memorial Sculptor

Springfield March 14 Congresaan Willan Dipsiaw of Georgia telegrammed Governor Walker to support a referendum on purchasing Mane Mountain memorial coins to decide whether Gutvon Borglum or another sculptor should complete the Confederate memorial on Mount Mountain.

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Winter Opposes Law Changes for Compensation

Hartford March 10 Submitting figures show Connecticut compensation laws exceed national averages. Bridgeport Manufacturers association opposes amendments expanding coverage, restoring lower wage protections, and shortening the nonpayment waiting period. Law would raise max compensation from 16 to 24, include executive class, and make small employers liable. Chandler objects to loss of certain disability provisions. New Haven opposes extending liability to three-person workplaces. A crosswalk incident ends with the man muttering a malapropism as he is struck.

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