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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1923

Page

4

Youth caught after chase in Milford Center Milford

Vincent Tilo, 29, of 316 Exchange Street New Haven, was recaptured after escaping at Milford Center following an attempt to defraud the railroad by using a mileage book not his own. He was held on 300 bond and to be tried in town court Saturday morning after a pursuit from the Springfield Express.

Milford Tella of Justice Springfield Expresa Ag Vincent Tilo Exchange Street New Haven Weing Lieb Newaven Tle

Special Training for Josh Banjo Play A Jazz Aim

A Washington Star quote notes a farmer objects to Josh playing tunes on his new banjo. The boy is educationally steered toward jazz band training. The remark frames a clash between music practice and future music career prospects.

Josh Farmer Corn Tessel Washington Star

New Fire Alarm Box Placed in Devon Center Milford

Milford reports installation of Fire Alarm Box No 8 at Bridgeport and Naugatuck avenues to connect directly to Chemical Company No 4 and Milford Fire Headquarters. Limited funds prevent further shore-front box connections. Also notes purchase of two rear wheels tires for Chemical No 1, a farewell dinner for Mechanic Frank Stephens, and upcoming events including a Redmen whist party and fraternal degree work.

Milford Mar Devon Board of Fire Commissioners Bridgeport Naugatuck Jusene Wadhams Chemical Company No. 4 Fire Board Milford Shore Ice Board Chemical No. 1 Myrtle Beach Tre Frank Stephens William MM. O'hfara Stephens Redmen's Hail Ackenash Tribe Metoaka Council D. of P Cara Harry Brensinger Redmen’s Anna Walsh

Mayor Upholds Fire Commission Action On Vacations

Mayor Fred Atwater backed the Fire Commission stance against an ordinance for two days off monthly for each fireman. He cited cost and questioned feasibility while noting current staff would not gain time off. Alderman Lavery remained noncommittal and promised further discussion.

Fred Atwater Coleman Fire Board William J. Lavery Common Council Ordinance Committee

Local man punished in city court for liquor charges

Arraigned in City court yesterday on five charges tied to disorderly conduct and liquor making. Frank Locastra of 192 Nichols Street received a total 50 days in jail with twenty days for keeping a still suspended. He admitted producing moonshine intended for internal use only.

Frank Locastra Nichols Dave Locastra

Rhodes Acquires Land on Noble Avenue

Frederick Rhodes of this city gained a large tract fronting 146 feet on the upper end of Noble Avenue and 78 feet on Crown Street by quit claim from Willard S. Plumb of Trumbull yesterday. No warranty deed was filed.

Noble Avenue Crown Street Frederick Rhodes Willard S&s. Plumb Trumbull

Noank General Store Destroyed by Fire

Noank Mar 15 Associated Press The general store at F I Rathbun on Front street and most of its contents were destroyed by fire at 6 30 this morning with losses around 10090 A burglar believed to have started the blaze was seen after matches found around the place A man in soldier uniform with tobacco and other articles is held in Mystic in connection with the fire Noank railroad station was also broken into

Associated Press F. I. Rathbun Front Street Mystic Noank Waa Algo Broscn Nto

Claims of Desertion After One Month Marriage

A list of uncontested divorce petitions scheduled for today in Superior Court includes Angelina Trorsk of Stamford versus Walter Gorsht for desertion one month after their June 1 1919 wedding. Other cases: Helen I Heald Danbury seeks to set aside marriage to D Frank Heald. Albert Maruca Norwalk versus Susan Martca over alleged infidelity. Helen Wells Wells versus Percy Wells of Ottawa listed for intolerable cruelty. Dorothy Eddy Williams Greenwich versus Joseph Williams. John J Scholl Greenwich versus Ether Scholl for alleged desertion on June 1 1919.

Basia Air Vorte Angelina Trorsk Stamford Walter Gorsht John W. Frantks Helen I Heald Danbury D. Frank Heald Weathersfield Cleveland Ohio Albert Maruca Norwalk Susan KK Martca Helen Pauline Januagky Wells Percy Willian, Welly Ottawa Ontario Doreathy Eddy Willams Greenwich Joseph Willams John J. Scholl Ether Scholl

Fairfield Man Ordered to Pay $750 by Court

A Fairfield jury returned a verdict for the defendant in a $760 alleged breach of lease suit brought by Marty Gross of Bridgeport against John Mikita of Fairfield. The defendant testified he ran a saloon on Pem broke street and procured liquor from the landlord, passing drinks through a wall partition after tapping three times on the radiator. He claimed he continued the business due to the landlord after the prohibition amendment, but stopped after police arrest. Also noted is a non support charge involving William R. Barnum, 61, arrested on a complaint by his wife Ree Barnum, with bonds set at 180.

Common Marty Gross Bridgeport William R. Barnum Taylor Avenue Norwalk Ree Barnum Ghbert Street

Home Made Cough Remedy Promises Quick Relief

A vintage advertisement touts Parmint double strength with sugar and water as a fast acting cough remedy. It claims immediate throat relief, reduced inflammation, and mucus clearance within 24 hours, promising a near no cost supply for families.

Coconut Oil Shampoo Promises Safe Hair Care

An advertisement extols Mulsified cocoanut oil shampoo as pure greaseless and gentle on the scalp. It claims common soaps and sham poos damage hair, while using this product yields rich lather, thorough cleansing, quick drying, and silky, easy to manage hair. It notes the shampoo is inexpensive and available at drug stores.

Kruer Named Postmaster of Shelton Office

Shelton March 15 Final word has been received regarding the Shelton postmaster appointment Norman E Kruer will begin in the local office part of each day until April 1 when he will take over the office and become postmaster. He received notice from President Harding and Dr Hubert Work confirming his appointment and has conformed to all requirements. Kruer will familiarize himself with the work and has spent days in New Haven and Bridgeport post offices to learn procedures tied to certificates and bonds.

Shelton Mar Norman E. Kruer Erruer Warren G. Harding Hubert Work Bruer

Trusses fitted poorly dangerous. Bridgeport consult offered

Ill fitted ready made trusses are warned against and an expert examination is offered at the Bridgeport branch of the New Haven Surgical Co. Free consultation and examination with guaranteed work. Repairs and relief for various conditions at 168 Fairfield Ave near Main St. Advertisement.

Bridgeport New Haven Burghal Co Fairfield Ave Main’ St The New Haven Surgical Co Main St

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