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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1923
Page
4
Announcement of a citizen training awards program at Newland City featuring civilian medals for outstanding effort and achievement. Honors include gold medals for top students, silver cups, and a trophy, with emphasis on athletics and leadership among youths, tied to the civil corps and local schools.
A decree of foreclosure was issued in favor of Milford Bank. Special Judge Allyn set a foreclosure date for the case against the plaintiffs for payment of the judgment. The court scheduled the first Monday in August for proceedings to satisfy the judgment.
Beach, David S. Beach, Bridgeport business leader, discusses plans for memorial day services and his likely presidential bid. He hints at courting Mary Wise and hints at a campaign trail across the nation. He jokes of a reward and pledges a broad outreach while contemplating a future presidency.
A white paint shower descended on Freihald Avenue near Main Street just before 2 o clock, splattering pedestrians and vehicles. The paint-coated building, including a Meiga and comforting Iilding, was damaged as crews from Latte Advertising firm cleaned the scene. Frank J. Bell of Meigs & Company and Hargat A. Wolfe of West Haven were among those affected.
May 18 report from The Telegram notes wedding plans for Pat Somerset and leading Way, wife of Guy Carleton, were thwarted as the bride failed to appear. Guests and reporters waited around Viekw Arms. a divorce decree for Miss Davy delayed the ceremony, marking a second postponement.
Scientists from California and beyond probe deep ocean trenches and mountain ranges to locate the source of a major earthquake. Using seismographs across stations, researchers aim to pinpoint the event around January 23 near Northern California, linking a far reaching movement to a possible tectonic cause. Early readings show intense shaking, with ongoing analysis to connect surface and subsurface activity across thousands of miles.
The New England Fire Chiefs Association plans its annual convention in June with about 400 fire department leaders in attendance. Activities include a three day session at the convention center, a public exhibition of firefighting equipment at the State Armory, and a banquet on June 2. Prominent chiefs from Bridgeport Worcester Watertown and other cities are listed among attendees.
The notice states the appointment of Thompson to the United States Shipping Board in Washington with implications for ongoing agency leadership and future term considerations.
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