Democrats for McNeil as Delegate Holdover
Stamford swings to McNeil side as thirty seven delegates go to the Democratic State Convention in New Haven. Despite no official endorsement, leaders on both sides hint McNeil’s selection would benefit the party. Meeting brief with John C presiding, Bradsby and others nominated for district delegate roles.
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Shor
Ion
John C
the & Hiam BG
John F. Brasdy
Dunigan
Biss Mac Naninate
Planagen
Tlan
John FF
AlrGuinness
Ufar
Haven
Jury Orders Sheriff to Pay 429 After False Seizure Verdict
A jury verdict finds the sheriff liable for 429 in a case involving a wrongful seizure connected to a vehicle purchase dispute. The trial, led by Judge William Buckles, centers on alleged false seizure by the sheriff in a matter tied to a used car purchase from a garage company.
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William ¢ Buckles
S4gu
Dave
Efothe Ciy Court
Arthur W
Trough
Ponaia Telia Rongful
Mnin c
Delia
Gleyhoft
Saramobile
Thue Garage Company
Hy Y Pielke
Cabot
Mayor Tax Experts Disqualify Themselves In City Debate
City hall council chamber witnesses a tense session as officials discuss tax policy amid chaotic conditions. Simpson Pierces Air challenges Greenstein while Sumner Sitepeon interrupts. officials admit they lack a plan and vow to continue the discussion at a second meeting next Monday afternoon.
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Solvin Uny Polit
Fridgeen
Leperis
City Hall
Iikewarre i
R Tion
Sumner Sitepeon
Henry A. Crreenatenn
Cits
Linder
Plotkin Reconsiders Defying Blodgett in Tax Abatements
A Blodgett inquiry develops a clash over tax abatements as attorney Saiel B. Plotkin resists testifying about alleged representations made to the Claims committee. Blodgett warns of powers under law while officials seek details of abatements granted for a client and his wife amid questions of legality. The hearing adjourns until 2 PM with several local figures called to explain contested actions.
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Blodgett
Saiel B. Plotkin
Claims Committee
Thernis
William 2. Blodgett
Hiam Kirk
Alfred Ti. H. Wlampett
Samos N. Schnee
Gallagher
Blodgey
Basi
Moon
Will leaves 200 to son and residue to widow
Te Benjamin White will filed in Probate court details a legacy of 200 to his son and the remaining estate to his widow. Notes indicate lingering ill health and unsettled claims on debts and funeral costs.
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Benjamin White
Seymou
Yrurabull
Ndgeport
Joan Whamberlain
Valle
Wila
Clark
Clohuubus
Bridgeport Briefs Touch On Site Work And Politics
Fragmentary report mentions a building site issue near Bridgeport with a mayoral query and state matters. It notes legal actions involving the Dougherty committee and a reference to former Attorney General Dougherty, plus sports highlights and other assorted items in a rough fielded digest.
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Bridgeport
Coles
County
Three Women and One Man File Divorce Petitions
Three women and one man sought divorce in a court filing dated September 2, detailing allegations of cruelty and desertion. The petitions name the parties and reference a domestic dispute, with the case proceeding under the jurisdiction of local authorities.
Prospective Officer Held for Extortion
A Bridgeport Westport incident centers on John Corbett a prospective officer accused of attempting extortion with staged hush money schemes. State police and local officials including Deputy Supt Percy and officers connected to the Westport department report Corbett attempted to collect payments of up to 100 from Dominick Vetronmile and others after promising to influence liquor sales investigations. Corbett was reportedly set to receive funds by bank transfer but was thwarted when law enforcement intervened.
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Puston
John Carbett
Beth
Westport
Peguieua
Westport Pali Committee
Mirna
Compu Inns
Sarah
Corbett
Mouor
Compan
Well In
Dominick Vetronmile
Vetroniile
Tater
H G
Thie
Vetr
Delaney Beaten By Bryan Downey in Twidgeport Match
In Twidgeport Conn Delaney loses to Bryan Downey after ten rounds. Downey dominates early rounds as Delaney weakens late. Downey lands a decisive eighth round victory with strong blows and Jennings-style control.
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Delaney
Bryan Downey
Boyan Downey
Lew
Rhe Ision
Jack Jelane
Twidgeport
Conm
Berlenla Olatstus
Lua
Biong
Lnackort
How Family of 8 May Save Money On 32 Weekly
Miss Marie Nelgon presents a plan for a hypothetical family of eight living on 32 dollars a week. The exercise outlines budgets for food, clothing, shelter, and small savings under a local social work conference.
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Marie Nelgon
Jerame Buonam
Re Haven
Tar Stratfield Hotel
Ghotgi Ate Ring Taties Wallact Montagus
A garbled welfare note appears to describe a breakfast scene and laughter over a national production context. No clear persons or organizations are readable. The fragment hints at a satirical or nonsensical report about producers and events but lacks verifiable details for a proper summary.
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Ghotgi
Wallact Montagus Ng
Democrat Elected Warden in Naugatuck
A Democrat won the wardenship in Naugatuck in a local election. The result reflects party support amid a tight race with candidates from other parties. Voter turnout appeared steady across precincts as officials confirmed the final tally.
Allied aldermen lose battle on building line
Six aldermen failed to prevent the Common Council from rescinding its action denying Harry Walker’s petition to heighten building lines on West Avenue and Slutty venues. Under Alderman Brown, the majority moved to uphold the previous decision while opponents argued for widening. Walker accepted the outcome but vowed further action to remove the lines, citing impact on property and sight lines.
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Comamen Council
Harry Walker
West Avenue
Tent Council
Aldam
Robert T. Cherr
Arthur Brown
Alderny
Beildin
Ohn
Courtland
Hagan Doulis
Walker
Coudid
Avussibl E Ramova
Overheated Stove Triggers Coleman Street Home Fire
A blaze on Coleman Street started from an overheated stove. Firefighters encountered interior flames and reported multiple related incidents in the area. Units were called to nearby streets and a shed fire was noted after the main alarm.
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Coleman ST
Ati
Aunee
Boston
Aewelugk
Carson Street
Gauage
Senate Adopts Bill To Revise Veterans Laws
Washington action outlines a bill revision of veterans law governing benefits and services. The measure proposes changes to delivery of care and eligibility, with amendments debated and approved by the Senate. Key agencies and veteran groups are noted as stakeholders in the reform.
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Senate
Washington
Ality
Fragmentary Obituary Note Lacks Clear Details
A damaged OCR fragment notes a death and mentions names or places vaguely. The readable bits indicate a death in a locale with possible personal identifiers but no clear dates, affiliations, or relationships. Further context is needed to clarify who died and when.
Merchant Chief Hawl a. wil sana the Chamber meeting
At the annual board meeting held at the Strathfield Hotel at noon the Chamber of Commerce announced the succession of Wrauk TD. Bell of Meigs and Company to lead the board. Samuel CG Parkes of the Newland wis mink. Wise at the ensuvin Dreads company Ghagkenas. William RR. 'Cheamp on of Mai, COMTALY, took noted roles.
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Hawla
Wil Sana
Chamber of Commerce
Strathfield Hotel
Will Susceed Wrauk TD
Bell
Meigs
Amuel CG
Parkes
Ewland Wis
Republicans Block Bid to Forge Barkley Bill Vote
Fragmented report indicates Republican insurgents thwarted a bid to advance or manipulate a Barkley bill vote. The noisy exchange involved party leaders, procedural maneuvers, and references to rail policy amid a tense session.
Robbed Hair Bandit Case Report and Guilty Plea
Fragmentary notes indicate a hair bandit robbery case with a husband involved and a challenged plea. Local details mention Chaney and Bunet in a West Adel context with guilt alleged or declared. Specifics are unclear due to OCR errors.
Postal Pay Increase Favorably Reported
A brief item notes strong support for a postal pay raise, with officials and a committee urging action. The report emphasizes proceeding this season to address perceived injustices and advance the measure.
Accused Counterfeiter to Face U S Court
A listed suspect identified as Hugh J. was bound over in a Mary term of rights after examination by U S authorities. The case involves alleged counterfeit activities with the defendant charged under federal statute and held for further court action. Local officials, including W. Stevens and others, provided preliminary oversight as proceedings moved forward.
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Stat Leissignes
Hugh J
Yeaterday
Mellon Tax Plan Rejected by Senate Vote
Insurgent Republicans join Democrats to pass the Democratic Income Tax substitute in the Senate. The plan reduces the top rate from 50 to 40 percent and aligns with House revisions. Debate followed with support and opposition voiced as the session moved toward final passage.
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Washington
Mellon
Senate
Whatmean Smoot
Finance Nommites
House
Ids J
Senaloft Siptions
North Carolln
Starling Rapley
Cor Jun
Che Taxei
Cire
Nutor Joes
New
Accidents Decrease As Police Safety Campaign Enters Day
Bridgeport reports fewer daily traffic incidents since the police “Safety Campaign” began on January 2. No serious crashes have occurred, though two minor incidents are noted, including a motorcycle collision at Atlantic Street and Park and a reckless driving arrest linked to a police officer.
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Police i Bridgeport
Vickuars
Police
Youteuday
Peter Whaludo
Athiulic Street
Anthony Verdi
George Street
Auantic Street
Park
Svi
Wilfred Alexander
Broad Street
Wealpore
Lune
W. Sullivan
Alexander
Philos Sainoun
Toach of Police Commissioners
Main Street
Sullivan
Lexinden
State Street
Westport
Ofber
Walter Miailey
Sparen
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