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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1923

Page

2

Changes in militia law passes in house in Hartford

Hartford dispatch reports passage of a bill altering militia structure and duties. It removes initial military enrollment, reallocates governor staff roles, and sets pay and injuries compensation. sections on municipal bonds and shade tree care along state highways also advance amid committee actions and floor debates.

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Committee 10 Urges Bill to Acquire Cook Land

Committee 10 urges a bill to acquire land owned by Cook estate. The proposal aimed to authorize sale or transfer though the measure faced rejection by the committee. The record shows uncertainty and mixed support within the group.

Cook

Local Meeting Listings For Fraternal Groups

Tonight many organizations post notices of meetings in Bridgeport. Addresses include Main Street, Stratford Avenue, Treatman Street, and Broadway, with groups such as Women's Council, Monitor Lodge, Adselphian Lodge, Magna Char, and Ladies American Legion listed among others.

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Accidents Report City Fatality and 38 Injuries Last Month

Police Traffic Bureau records show Bridgport last month had one death and 34 injuries from street crashes. Twelve Connecticut company street cars were involved, with many automobiles damaged. two fire department chemical trucks, a police motor patrol, two horse drawn wagons and six bicycles were also involved.

Bridgsport Connecticut Company Wwere

Smallpox Claims Spark Hartford Vaccination Debate

Hartford May 1 News center reports a House debate over a bill to alter vaccination rules amid an outbreak linked to Bridgeport. Proponents say vaccination reduces school cases. opponents argue against state power. Coon Bridgeport Health official asserts most cases traceable to Bridgeport, while supporters push for stronger public health measures despite opposition from anti vaccination groups.

Governor names two new directors for reformatories

Hartford May 1: Governor Cleve Cumpleton appoints Rev. John N. Lewis Waterbury and Frederick M. Adler New Haven to the Cheshire reformatories board. Lewis will replace Rent Unbhard Middletown who did not seek reappointment. Adler’s term begins July 1 for four years. Hubbard resigns from Connecticut Agricultural College trustees, urging continued reform. Governor expresses thanks for service and notes need for experienced finance insight.

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State Board of Arbitration musical program announced

Names were given for new members of the State Board of Mediation and Arbitration to serve for the coming years. The event occurred at a church social function in New Haven, with performances by local musicians and recitations by students, drawing a sizeable audience.

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Senate debates road costs and highway provisions in stalled bills

The Senate discussed replacing and financing road and rail work, with reports favoring highway operation provisions. Debates touched on appointments to New Hartford City courts, legal integrity of appointments, and a state board of examiners. Unfavorable action was recorded on several bills including transit routes and a fire fund, while education standards for professional practice and vehicle weight measures were proposed.

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Assembly Likely to Balk at Peasley Nomination

Reading of a disputed nomination prompts a likely balk in the assembly. The debate mirrors a House action on Leonard J. Mickerson and follows the calendar’s scheduling concerns.

Peasley Leonard J. Mickerson

Boy Scouts of City Plan to Hold Meet

The Boy Scouts of City announce a forthcoming gathering with details scattered in the notice. Items mention a venue near Bridgeport and a reporting time around early evening, with organizers named for the event.

BOY Scouts OF City

Governor Finalizes Major Appointments on Last Day

Governor Templeton completed the last batch of confirmations by the Senate on the final grace day, finalizing numerous major appointments while many minor posts remain. The list includes two reappointments to the Court of Common Pleas, a Superior Court judge for Waterbury, a highway commissioner, and several regulatory posts, with continued vacancies and a Wednesday session planned before a May 10 recess.

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Labor unions seek pay raise and 44 hour week in Bridgeport

Bridgeport labor groups announce plans to push a wage increase and a 44 hour work week. Sam Lavit outlines union aims at a Mey Uay meeting, with Elizah Flynn of Boston tracing May Day history and labor milestones. Talks include defense funds for political prisoners and calls for worker control under a Workers Party speaker.

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Total of 28 579 811 is asked to run state

Watford May 11 Asmuulstedt press Parl Gyo budget revised by executive committee. Proposals include 8 481 092 for expenses and 29 579 991 for state institutions. The measure aimed for calendar year funding passage last week.

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East Side Boys Held On Theft Charge

Juvenile court will hear the case against the East Side boys charged with theft. State authorities allege involvement and will present evidence in court Monday night at time and place noted in the file.

East Side

MacDonald Confirmed For Road Commissioner Post

Sidney Gurdstein reports in a local bulletin that A. MacDonald is officially confirmed for the highway commissioner role. The appointment appeared amid community concerns on street maintenance and road facilities, with brief notes on duties and expected impact.

MacDonald

Rider on Bicycle Injured in Collision on Harlem Avenue

A bicycle rider sustained minor back injuries after a collision with a vehicle on Harlem Avenue near Fourth Avenue and Orland Street. The incident occurred April 23 under city ordinance requiring vehicle fire apparatus. The rider was treated at Vincent's Hospital. The case is to be held in court after April 18.

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Antipollution Bill 10 Receives House Approval

Saint Correspondency reports in Hartford May 1 that Antipollution Bill 10, a centerpiece of the 1820 session, is expected to be favorably reported in the House after an executive session. The bill would create a state commission appointed by the governor from limited choices, with a $50,000 appropriation to study Connecticut streams and tidal waters over the next two years and to act with authority as needed.

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Inaugural Push for Water Pollution Injunctions Gains Tie

Legislation aims to curb pollution of waters by persons or interests. The bill would empower an injunction to stop pollution and mirrors provisions adopted by Eastern states. It addresses building of sewers that threaten streams or tidal waters from February 1924 onward.

Amended Westport Court Bill Passes General Assembly

Westport court bill, recalled from the Governor, passed the Senate and House with amendments. It takes effect July 1, 1923, and judges appointed by the General Assembly will take office on Shak date. Original plan rated June onset, two-year terms from July 1, avoiding a judgeless June period.

Veletram Hartford Town Court of Westport Senate General Assembly

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