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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1923
Page
7
About 2 000 city government manuals will be distributed to Bridgeport school children. Clarence Winton, town clerk, and Frangi Dunigan, city clerk, compiled the new edition with a calendar of 1929 and a practical layout, replacing the old Yale Blue format.
Greenwich May report details Bark Kaflivh of Brooklyn attempted to foil police on the first night. He allegedly sped a car on Most Road and resisted being stopped by a motorcycle officer. After a one mile chase he was captured and brought to Greenwich station. He owned a wife and two children, and faced fines and charges in Borough courts.
Court proceedings reveal the complex connection between Ward and gun ownership traced to Peters murder in New Rochelle New York. Deputy Attorney General Spal Chambers questions witnesses about Ward's alibi and alleged self defense while Police Lt McGowan testifies Ward disappeared from his home in 1922 and was later found near Baltimore.
The report quotes Alison praising initiative as key to clerical and communal progress. It notes her focus on personal drive over material wealth, urging belief in self as a path to success and salary gains, while reflecting on leadership and duty among local clergy.
Wanbir Mai FS, Nantia and Danbue led the meeting as officers were elected. The assembly approved a resolution urging further activities and planned future events. The minutes note a focus on community outreach and technical demonstrations.
A Baptist Church Society presents an amateur play featuring local residents and entertainers. The event includes performers Miss Aa Haye Tasteid and Stew Pipveay Seiya with stage acts, music, and community participation at the church hall.
Seaside Club members voted Thursday night to terminate corporate existence after delays in dissolution proceedings. Receivers were appointed to wind up assets and liabilities, with plans to dispose of holdings and settle obligations.
A May Day festival at Uap St Joseph's church Welfare Society presented an international program with performances in multiple languages. The event featured dancing and costumes reflecting French, Turkish, Polish, English, Japanese, Swedish and Lithuanian cultures. Over 500 attendees and more than 60 participants took part, with a full stage and audience appreciating the varied performances.
The 27th annual convention of the Connecticut State Federation of Women’s Clubs ended this afternoon after a two day session. A nominating committee for the 1924 elections was appointed with Brainard Enprine Mit Ales as members. Meriden is slated to host the next convention. The federation plans a mid year meeting in Waterbury and an annual luncheon in Wiliminitie. A fund was raised to purchase a clerk for presentation to the General Federation head in Washington, D. C.
May 18 report from Onew Maven details a tran selative incident where three motor blocks were used to haul moonshine to a storage house. Counterfeit revenue slumps and stolen alcohol and pine notes were also reported, indicating broader illicit activity.
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