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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1923

Page

2

Niantic Hospital Bill Favored in House Action

Hartford May. A favorable report by the Humane Institutions Committee on a bill to condemn part of the McCook property for a Seaside Sanitorium extension for children with tuberculosis was sent to the Appropriations Committee. The measure, a substitute for an earlier East Lyme proposal, awaits floor debate before potential funding is considered. Governor Tempus Tempiema is cited in opposition to certain plans.

Kiatt Hartford Cfimuse BHD Reulosis McCook Stephen J. Maher East Lyme Humane Institutions Coromittes John Hill Shelton House Appropriations Committee Mar Dr. & Vonk Voeres Tempiema SfeCayis

Shelton Street Work Delayed Amid Race Preparations

May 5 report notes Shelton Street paving postponed due to Shelton Square reconstruction tied to Haven races. Clarifications mention parties Sueer Cotustissi and Pennie and a court-related hold up affecting start of roadway teardown for event paving. The text is garbled but indicates delays tied to race logistics and temporary closure.

Shelton Sueer Cotustissi Pennie Shea Ieagny Shelton Square Talia Haven Arcourt Vivongia

Rheumatism Relief Ad Promises Quick Comfort

An advertisement claims a simple remedy relieves rheumatism pains in joints and limbs. It greets readers with bold questions and promises fast relief, urging purchase of the product to end discomfort and improve mobility.

Aircraft Bill Favored in State Legislature Debate

An early report indicates the House is considering a new Aircraft Bill. It would allow flight over the state with safety and stability provisions and limit passenger or freight carriage. The State police would gain authority similar to aviation inspectors.

Ube Guerauble Pista Correcticut

New Attempt 10 Kill Sun-Saving Comes Up Today

Reported in Hartford a bill for enforcing standard time advances in the State House. The Agriculture committee backs it and the judiciary has passed a related measure. The bill sets penalties for indicating wrong time on public timepieces and requires compliance through the year.

Favor Measure to Raise Local City Court Clerks Pay

Telegram staff report from Hartford notes a proposed ordinance to raise salaries for the Bridgeport city court clerk and assistant clerk. The bill sets the clerk’s annual pay at 53 300 and the deputy at 33 500, with plans moving through the calendar and legislative process.

Bridgeport B.D. Kilmatrits

Battle Looms Over Westport Court New Judgeships

Fragmented text references a dispute around new judgeships at Westport Court. Partial phrases mention court action, potential battles, and unspecified signings or attachments, with unclear dates or actors. The readable remnants imply a legal contest or procedural clash pending in the local judiciary.

Senate approves change in state tax on gasoline

The Senate passed measures including a tax on gasoline and a plan to use funds for highway and infrastructure needs. A related bill funded repairs for the Connecticut cultural college and state maintenance bonds were discussed, with discussions noting a shift to reduce taxes by about 1000000.

Senate

Westport Meeting Tuesday Votes on Town Spending

The Board of Selectmen calls a May 8 town hall meeting to decide three appropriations including 900 for an extra traffic officer and 11 400 for roads with 2 500 for Conrpe shec. Other items cover town records indexing costs, garbage removal, Saugat River dredging, street name changes, trolley rail removal, and policing issues.

At & O Conrpe Shec Csver Varioua Societiers Winslow Avenue East Main Street Voliers

New German Offer to Break Deadlock

A garbled OCR summary references a new German proposal aimed at breaking a stalemate. It mentions passing talks, tenure, and various unclear phrases about leaders, meetings, and potential concessions, with names and places obscured by the transcription.

Knife Wielder Admits Urge to Harm in Midien Street Stabbing

A man confessed to stabbing a victim on Lar hack af doxonh Leldice, claiming he did not intend such a deep wound. He said the act followed an argument at Celelergi, with the weapon still in his possession. Police reported the incident occurred near The Pond during a warm evening, and the suspect appeared remorseful, offering some context for the fight.

Anthony Windie Celelergi

Nomination Chaos Hills for Connecticut Judge Seat

Hartford dispatch reports Gov Templeton may replace Judge Peasley with Milford’s Omar Platt amid party intrigue. Rumors swirl about Speaker Woodruff’s and Senator Roraback’s roles, with Peasley’s fate discussed in capitol corridors and a possible January timing for a final decision.

Platt Peasley

Judge Beers Targets Buyers and Sellers of Hootch

In City court Judge Beers orders swift action against illicit liquor. He probes offenders for sources, aiming to root out hidden suppliers. Several drunkenness cases receive heavy fines, with sentences and suspensions. Antonio Chiapulis of Styete pays $30 fine plus seven days suspended jail. A man tied to a dispute over damages from a fatal accident surfaces in testimony.

Antonio Chiapulis Styete Tie Rendemly

World Court Bill 10 Favored by Report Today

A lengthy courthouse reform item dominates the page, reporting that the World Court Bill ’10 is favorably reported. The article notes public figures and a state commander’s remarks on related investigations, alongside fiscal concerns and calls for integrity. Further lines describe a veteran affair, financial improprieties, and reactions from civic groups.

Not Authorized Veterans Magazine Adile On Streets

Fragmented text references an unauthorized magazine and mentions Veterans and Bernie. The readable parts describe an issue of a magazine with disputed authorization and unclear proceeds allocation, but specifics are sparse.

Ha Theabled Veterans’ Magazine Jong Adile Reb Bernie Aieivarely Pilotleai Dosny

House Votes on Federal Aid to State Programs

The State Department of Health faces a fight over federal aid in a House vote on the Shepard-Townroe act. Debates focus on federal control versus state autonomy in highways education and the National Guard. Proponents argue aid is needed to reduce infant mortality. opponents warn against reliance on federal funds.

Wabtford State Department of Health Shepard-lownoer House Fenton Venton National Guard Teith Putn Hartford Buckler Oppost Bouge Buckley

Girl Injured In Auto Accident In New Haven Street

New Haven noon accident on John Street hurt a girl when a gate opened on a track struck a car owned by Michael Pacaay of 185 Wilson Street damaging it $25. Clifford F Berger of 338 Grand Street caused a second collision on Jem Street near Main Street. Seventeen motorists were summoned for motor law violations today.

New Haven John Street Michael Vite Filia Hart of Elm Street Monroe

Meetings Tonight in Bridgeport Fraternal Orders and Clubs

Local notices list gatherings and contact points for Bridgeport groups including Fraternal Order of Eagles at 1296 Main Street, Bridgeport Telegram editors, various lodges, temples, and post organizations. Details reference meeting times and locations such as Broad Street addresses and adjacent streets, with multiple associations named.

Bridgeport EB. P. U. E. Abc State Arbor Broad Street State Street Jodge Plit Main Street Temple Loge Maesonic Temple Tamiltey Commandary Templar Purity Shrine White Shrine Jerusalem Stratford Avenue Nuensterberge Lodge F. O Stratford Pond Mycada Royal Nelghhers Amer Pailett Steery Ioggia Stella Sons of Treiy East Washington Avenue Joseph's T. B Laasgeidtion Barnunt Elias Mowe Post A. Ry Fling Howery Post G Franklin Barti Eusip Ond Etvset

Autoist pistol ban urged amid bootlegger crackdown

Lawmakers debated a bill to bar autoists from carrying pistols to curb bootlegger activity. State's Attorney from Hartford and others urged amendments, aiming to allow harsher penalties for possession in vehicles. They noted trials in New Haven faced jurisdiction limits and sought broader Superior Court powers.

Measure on crippled children's transport not acted on

Hartford May 2. Senate failed to act on a proposed education measure funding state transportation for crippled children. The bill, favored by the Appropriations Committee, remains at the foot of the calendar as lawmakers move through a heavy docket.

Vetervam Hartford Buleweller Hrayen Senate Committee On

Schlei ffer bill passes in senate against sabotage

May 2 The bill to punish sabotage or advocacy or justification of injury to persons or property, popularly called the Schlei ffer bill, was adopted by the Senate today after passing the House. Senator Wilder explained the bill as needed law enforcement. it targets advocacy of violence against property or authorities without harming free speech. An amendment to remove “encourage praise or justify” was defeated. the bill then passed.

Vic Wilder Jone Dignam Tone Brooks

Moving men accused of stealing $59 from bureau

Jur sch Mary Walinstis and other furniture were moved from a Nobia avenue house to 25 Green street when police were notified yesterday of a robbery involving $59. The trucking company owner threatened legal action if the money is not returned.

Mary Walinstis Nobia Avenue Green Street

House U K Bills to Cut State Tax Burden on Towns

Stratford May 2 A measure to reduce annual state tax on towns from 1,600,000 to 1,500,000 was set in an amendment to a charter bill adopted by the House after Hill’s explanation in Shelton. The bill also shapes county temporary home boards with three county commissioners and members of welfare and health departments. Other House actions include a life insecticide and fungicide bill and a serial bonds bill for municipalities with staggered maturities. Senate agenda items from calendars: Long Lane Park project and dangerous rail crossings remedies, plus charter changes for New Britain and water bonds for Newington district.

Startford Hill Shelton Department of Pnly Welfare Thiate Department of Ffealth Lif Fir Uiatrict Newington Henry S. Dorser New London Senate Long Lane New Britain

Surprise Party for Mas L R Salabes at Temple

Mrs T R Salabes longtime member of the Sisterhood at Park Avenue Temple received a surprise party in the synagogue war rooms with over 100 members present. She was honored before the May 13 election with a gift of a hank and a hand carved mahogany chair and lavender tassels and yellow flowers adorned the room as lunch was served.

Park Avenue Temple

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