Plaza project revived by Hogan at council meet
The council passed a resolution instructing the city attorney to study conditions and draft a plan to derive revenue from the plaza property and dispose of it if needed through state legislative action. A public hearing protested pension aid for widows of deceased firemen and policemen, with Alderman Baird and ex-policeman Bernard Glennon urging broad, fair pension support.
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Fouls Lichtensten
New York Herald Sold by Munsey to the Tribune
The New York Herald, published by Frank Munsey, has been sold to Ogden Mills and will be merged with the New York Tribune and published as The New York Herald Tribune. The merger unites two of the oldest morning papers, reshaping New York’s newspaper landscape under American ownership.
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Flearatta Evening Journal
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Pitecan
U S Aviators Begin World Flight From California
Three United States Army aviators started a globe circling flight from Santa Monica to map the first world airway. Major Frederick L. Martin Lt Lowell Smith and Lt Leigh Wade led a convoy of planes toward Portland, Seattle, and Calcutta with a sequence of legs through Vancouver Barracks, Seattle, Calcutta, and Kathmandu en route to London and back to Clover Field.
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Leviathan Is Fastest Boat in Transatlantic Service
The United States liner Leviathan won official recognition as the fastest transatlantic passenger ship after a Brussels conference verification. It posted an average speed of 23 knots for last season, with rivals Mauretania 33.51, Majestic 23.29, Aquitania 22.65, Berenaria 22.27, and Olympia 21.44. Leviathan did not aim for an in-service speed record.
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La Follette May Head Third Party If Coolidge Runs
Senator La Follette of Wisconsin would accept a third party presidential nomination if the Republican convention at Cleveland nominates President Coolidge and adopts a conservative platform. He is discouraging a GOP challenge but may walk out his Wisconsin delegation if the platform is reactionary, with possible defections from other states.
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HIRAM BINGHAM TO HEAD G. O. P. CONVENTION
Seemingly solidifying the Republican conclave in New Haven Hiram Bingham is named temporary chairman for next month’s state convention. Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Hirai Uinghaim will preside, while Bingham returns from the South to assume duties. Spain joins the Pan American Postal Union under a decree signed by King Alfonso.
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Physician's Daughter Killed by Automobile in Sew Tia Ven
Sew Tia Ven report states 14 year old Misa Katherine Ferguson daughter of Mr. Robert J. Ferguson of 291 Whitney Avenue was fatally struck by a car on Fountain Street. The driver fled the scene and remains unidentified.
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Machine Opposition to Test Strength in Eight Districts
In Eight District primaries William Burnham of the Coolidge labor group predicts organized resistance to the King faction. Alfred Burdick leads Republican forces preparing tickets in eight districts while anti King lines challenge them in most areas. Delegates to the 36 convention are at stake with district headquarters coordinating after polls close.
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Arthur Gd. Leake
Nicholay Tesing
Howard Dunbar
Edward
Connor's Foes in Capital Fight Connor Defended in Senate Hearing
Bridgeport opponents of Arthur F. Connor's postmaster appointment travel to Washington to urge Senate sub committee to reject him citing no charges beyond certificates of error from his tax commissioner term. City Attorney Delaney goes to DC to defend, arguing errors were legal and properly issued. Hearing format uncertain as officials await sub committee decision.
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Bonus measure faces house floor vote today
Washington report shows a House debate on a new Soldier Vouns bill providing for cash and adjusted service payments to veterans. Critics condemn the reduced cash option, while supporters expect passage if Senate adds a full cash payment. Tomorrow's vote hinges on two thirds approval and amendments.
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Wheeler Compared to New St Patrick by Vanderlin
Senator Wheeler of Montana was praised as a new St Patrick by Frank A. Vanderlin of New York during the Paughetto hearing. Vanderlin called Wheeler a new St Patrick whose purity of purpose and ability were evident as he drives out the shakes of Amelia and moves forward on March day.
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City to profit from school bonds sale nine bids tallied
Nine bids were received for a $450 000 school bond issue to fund the East Side High School construction. The lowest bid by R M Grant Co of Boston at 102 828 per 100 or 462 081 on the issue was approved by the Common Council with City Auditor Keating noting the Fisher Consulting joint bid from National City Co Harris Parks Co of New York.
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Bernard Keating
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Boston
Cormon Council
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Poston
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Ro M. Grifon
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Tunxis Hill Fire District project vote fails
The Tunxis Hill Fire District proposal was defeated three to one at a public meeting. Howard L. Sloat was elected moderator, and supporters explained the plan to organize the district amid opposition citing various concerns.
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Amore
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Varvey
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Lewis Sillyan
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Cohen Confirmed as Customs Comptroller
Cohen, a Republican leader from Lentdale, was confirmed today as customs comptroller by the Senate after debate. The vote occurred in Newville with the nominee receiving approval amid formal proceedings and noted opposition.
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Swift & Co Wins Case Against Government
Swift and Co. awarded 1,977,286 dollars in a government contract dispute over bacon supply after wartime tensions. Police secured the scene last night to keep the public away from damaged lines, which repair crews quickly contained.
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Supreme Court blocks fishing expeditions in FTC case
Washington March 17 The Supreme Court ruled the Federal Trade Commission cannot conduct fishing expeditions to rummage through private records for evidence in the Lorillard and American Tobacco cases. Justice Holmes delivered the opinion stating a definite foundation for inquiry is required and interstate commerce alone does not render affairs public. The court said access is limited to documents that are evidence and must show grounds for supposing the files contain it.
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Traffic men press Bridgeport goods traffic cooperation
Pac Bridgeport Traffic Men association voted at a University meeting to request changes to road access and longer time for unloaders to prepare goods. They urged railroads and city officials to improve handling at Whiting Street freight terminal and transfer facilities to speed shipments to Bridgeport industries.
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Bridgeport Plaza plan revived as city moves on revenue options
Bridgeport council passes Hogan resolution directing city attorney to review plans for Plaza. City to seek revenue options or disposal of property while a March festival week features a large Armory event and a Mill River Country club social. State and national items follow with varied business, political, and legal notes, including bond sales, tax talk, and court actions.
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Daugherty in Fight Film Piracy Probe Faces Charges
Washington March 1 Att orney General Daugherty faced continued Senate testimony linking him to a conspiracy over prize fight film piracy. Witnesses described offers to extract large sums, with claims of a 50 percent cut if the scheme succeeded. Daugherty denied direct involvement and pledged to prove the accusations false, detailing meetings and negotiations in Cleveland and New York.
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Wiliam J Burns
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Norwalk Man Fined For Driving While Drunk And Reckless
Joseph Scarpello of 26 Main Street Norwalk was arraigned in town court before Judge John Odilut on charges of operating an automobile while under the influence and reckless driving. He was fined $125 plus $10.92 costs, and, lacking funds, committed to serve 196 days.
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