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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1923

Page

2

Pollution Bill Sparks Senate Lobbying and Amendments

Hartford May 17 A pollution bill faced active lobbying as senators debated amendments. Senator Brooks offered to place a commission for a Yale physiologist on a five to ten year term, shifting appointment power to the Governor within limits. Trumbull’s compromise amendment removes an injunction provision and proposes a commission with Mendel, Watcote, Moore and the Governor appointing a member biennially starting 1935.

Telcerau Hartford Senate John &. Trooks Torrington Trumbull Brooks Senator Kracker Lafayette F. Mendel Yale Sati Connecticut Frederick Watcote Norfolk Allen Moore New Britain Mendel Walenti Moore Judiciary Committee Connecticut Chamber of Commerce Manufacturers’ Association of Connecticut Milef Waterbury Superior Court

Foot Relief Promises From New Haven Surgical Co

A Bridgeport office offers free examinations and advice for foot pain in a long standing health solicit ad. The ad claims relief for chronic foot, leg, knee, hip and back pain and warns against cheap arch supports while promoting its own custom devices. It touts extensive use in New Haven for years and endorses by patient testimonials.

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False Alarm Ringer Still on Duty Amid District Hoax

A garbled local notice reports police responding to a potentially hoax security scare near North Woolington Avenue and Lambs Street. Officers checked several suspicious boxes and questioned nearby residents as the false alarm ringer remained at work.

AoSilse Aku Rage

Presbyterian Clergy Underpaid Says Assembly in Indianapolis

The May 17 assembly in Indianapolis saw Presbyterian clergy denounce their pay as too low while proposing a $35,000,000 increase for ministers' pensions. Moderating the general assembly, Re. Chinelly Wishart of Western College Wooster won over William Jennings Bryan on the third ballot amid vote by representatives from the church and its foreign missions.

Indianapolis Hays Ehurely Atis Annudat Assembly Vonight Penasio Castel Amerie Ryepublican BiGiel Re. Chinelly Wishart Weaser College Wooster Onto General Assembly of the Presterian Church William Jennings Bryan Baer

Cummings Prepared for Trial of Auto Casees

State Attorney Homer Cummings prepared for trial in Criminal Superior Court next Tuesday on charges against Harold and Nathan Gundy and George Singer. Additional salesmen were called to supplement the 30 already subpoenaed. No Bridgeport jury likely, as the accused are local residents and the cases have drawn wide publicity.

Pinal Vasea Harola Nathan Gundy George Singer Criminal Superer Br State Fhomer

50 50 Judgments In Stamford Case Pronounced

In Stamford Superior Court Judge Wie lin Maltbie delivered judgments in an automobile collision suit at Raymond Hill and Greenwillow Avenue. He ruled for the defendant on the main complaint and for the plaintiff on the counterclaim, signaling a split decision in the case brought to the court today.

Connecticut Men Tapped At Yale

Fragmentary OCR notes list Connecticut men connected to Yale including Stamford Greenwich Hartford and New Haven figures. Names appear garbled but include several with Greenwich and Hartford links and multiple initials. The item hints at society coordination and travel to a moon-themed event, with scattered references to individuals and places.

Trockefeller Moon Connecticut Connectien Sollawe Sky Nes Walter Houshion, Jr Stamford Scroll Id Keys Jimes Feller Greenwich

RORABACK UNABLE TO SWING KLETT AS U.S. ATTORNEY

Connecticut politics center on who will be named district attorney after the death of Laward Smith. Senators Brandegee and McLean delay. Roraback and state Republicans push for George W Klett of New Britain. opposition from drys and civic groups. Washington sources say Roraback/Brandegee camp seek a favorable choice, while Brandegee resists Klett. Acting district attorney to handle immediate duties until a selection is made.

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House sidetracked by bill on juries and actions

Fragmentary notes show a legislative session debating a jury bill and related actions. Names and places are obscured, but references to senators, votes, and public concern about wasting time indicate a stalled process and calls for stronger action. The readable fragments emphasize controversy and procedural delay without full context.

Meetings Tonight in Bridgeport Fraternal Notices

In case of meeting time changes notify in writing the Fraternal Baltar Bridgeport Telegram. Numerous names and addresses listed for notices and organizations including Tigers, Tigers orchestra, and district Republican groups.

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Two Deaths Reported From Ecuador Earthquake

Two deaths are reported from the Ecuador earthquake as rescuers continue search efforts. Details remain limited with ongoing assessments of affected areas and missing persons.

Factionalism Disparaged in President Harding Address

President Harding condemns factionalism and urges adherence to Hamiltonian honesty to unite the nation. He cites the need for steadfast public virtue to curb prejudice and preserve constitutional rights, urging a shared national resolve and interdependent prosperity. He warns against political coalitions that threaten liberty and calls for a united, American century.

Harding Farding Hamilton Wshington Brambton Washington

Cuff Stevens Peace Plan Collapses in Danbury

Local Danbury observers report failed peace talks between Cuff and Stevens amid factional distrust. Plans to bury hatchets and unite behind Stevens’ selectman candidacy collapsed as loyalty pledges and political maneuvering stalled prospects for reconciliation.

Governor Plans to Remove Maher from Board

A gubernatorial move targets Maher for removal from the state health board amid investigations into tuberculosis laboratory work and public health duties. The action, tied to ongoing scrutiny of the board’s conduct and membership, follows prior concerns about medical expertise and governance.

British Commons debates on Russia and the Moscow ultimatum

In the House of Commons debate Labour fears a timetable recess could allow government action against Russia without consent. Under Secretary McNeill says Britain’s ultimatum to Moscow stands and time was only given for Russia to communicate. Baldwin backs McNeill, urging readiness for a possible accord with the Soviet while avoiding parliamentary binds.

London House Commons Betiwern Amtit Curzon Ae Amaasin Russia Ronald MocNeil Moscow Ikraisia Kameny MacDonald Lyahorite Baldwin Minn McNeill Ugg Atue

Dormitory Hope Fades at Danbury Normal School Fight Moves

Danbury residents note a partial victory as the House rejects the conference report and considers funding a Danbury Normal School dormitory. Rep Andrews leads a push for Danbury rights, arguing the state should honor promises despite fiscal constraints. Buckley and leaders steer toward a $100,900 appropriation rather than the Senate bill.

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America warns China on negotiations and release

A terse foreign message from Minister Seaharmig warned China during talks to begin May 17. It stated no prisoners had been freed but indicated a potential linkage between prisoner releases and tensions at Pandwku and related efforts with the Chinese chief.

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