Bridgeport Charter Urged to Audit Tax Collector Funds
Attorney Hall urges Bridgeport to revise the charter to require a regular city auditor audit of the tax collector’s books. He cites an $85,000 shortage tied to former Collector Howard F. Smith and notes the tax office operates detached from other government branches. Hall argues mandatory audits and accountability are essential for a businesslike city government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Clarence R. Hall
Howard F. Smith
Bull
Hall
Mr. Smith
Joan Wias
Smith
Mr. Hall
Attorney Hall
Hail
Auto Is Found In Hall Murder Case Clues Emerge
Investigators report puzzling clues amid a noisy stream of rumors as they pursue the hall murder mystery. Witnesses and alleged suspects swirl in speculation about the victim's identity and the killer's motive while official communications continue to surface.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Oldest Ex Mayor in State Celebrates 86th Birthday
Longtime Bridgeport figure Mr. Wessels, born 1837, celebrated his 86th birthday with an informal home gathering after a career spanning policing, firefighting, banking, and three terms as Bridgeport mayor. He recalls aiding Civil War mobilization and his role in city developments including Beardsley Park and the Wall Street dock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wessels
Honiey and Armery’ Sevings Bank
Pri Agat
Norman” Street
Bridgeport
Uranistan
BP. T. Barnum
Bropud- Hoan
Connecticut
Alate
Heo
White
Port Chester
Fiero
Willian
H.wessels
Chis
Tinos
Pequannock National Bank
Mechanics’ ‘Ind Farmers’ Savings Bank
Fle Vota
Oldith
P. T. Barnum
Robert DeForest
Pridgeport Public Library
Ctty
Beardsley Park
Wall Street Dock
New York
New Haven
Hartford
Washington Park
M. E
Th Church
Crureh Ang
Divorces Granted Amid Marital Abuse Allegations
Anne V. Coldspink of Sherman claims separation from her husband after years of beating and repossessed property. She testified that he left, sold furniture, and abandoned her, while she alleges a 1905 marriage to Albert Goldapink and long estrangement before a divorce was granted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Jenda
Wandase
Stgnas
Anne V. Coldspink
Sherman
Divace
Albert Goldapink
Norwalis
Bicycle Carnival Starts At 2 P M Parade Leads Youth
The event showcases riding methods and stunts to teach youths the best ways to ride bicycles. Participants will include boys earning badges and a parade with prizes for best decorated bicycle and attire. The display aims to promote safe outdoor recreation and inspire modern wheeling skills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tor Seous
Heath
Unclear OCR fatality case recounts street incident
Fragmented text describes a fatal auto incident and ensuing arrest. Names, places, and dates are indiscernible, with garbled phrases about witnesses, a court case, and financials. No coherent events or clear entities can be reliably extracted from the damaged source.
Cured His Rheumatism Claim Sparks Atlantic Row
An unruly text fragment describes a therapy claim for rheumatism and a long, scrambled report of names places and events. It mentions a vote, possible drive, and a street scene with unclear references to people and locations. The piece reads like a damaged OCR page with stray phrases and misread lines.
Two Women Die As Celluloid Factory Burns in New York
A devastating blaze at a celluloid factory on 13th Street in East Goth caused the deaths of two women who fell from a third‑story window as rescue efforts failed. Seven girls and one man were overcome by fumes and injured, with several workers trapped on the upper floors and firemen racing to reach them amidst flames and smoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Associated Press
East Goth Street
Inche
Arial Ladder
Omau
Dames
Money Schreiber and Company
Lynch
Samuel Mars
Esaang
Wong
Templeton Denies Charge of Waste in Campaign Defense
The article quotes Templeton denying waste charges and defending his economic plans, including highway and school funding, child welfare, and state finances. It notes his stance on taxes, government power, and the need for capable leaders in Hartford, with comments on the national campaign and voter apathy. John F. King discusses national affairs and Connecticut trade and taxation issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bather
Hurhforth
Templeton
Torwligh
Uon
Tagnoy
Connecticut
Hartford
Jesus
John F. King
Mrs Rosier Freed After Trial Joyfully Plans to Raise Son
Mrs Rosier expressed happiness after a trial ruling freeing her. She told jurors she would test and forget, saying all her life would center on Richard. The baby, cited as the deceased man's son, features in the case, while Oscar Jr remains to be raised. Mrs Rosier and her mother, Mrs Susan Reid, then returned home to Stonehurst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. Rosier
Kaaiéy
Richard
Oscar Jr
Rosier
Susan Reid
Stonehurst
Spellacy Dared by Bruce Bielaski
Fragmentary reader note describes Spellacy called out by Bruce Bielaski and Rone Cunt with unclear dates. The text hints at disappearance or departure plans lasting only a few days and mentions a price, Mer, Kielaski, and a farewell wave. The legible parts suggest a personal dispute or accusation between named individuals without a clear public event or outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kielaski
Letter Fragments Spotlight Definite Corruption Claims
The document outlines allegations of misusing a government position to aid a political campaign. It cites correspondence involving Spellacy and Bielaski, with Miss Stevens corroborating voluntary delivery of letters. The piece references reporting to Judge Knox and a path through White Hall, signaling ongoing legal scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spellacy
Pekoye
United States
Knox
Department of Justie
Bielaski
White Hall
Also Mentioned on This Page
Charter
Smith Case
Collecton
Varios
Mwe
Investiaulars
Ter
Nepsona
Investis Miran
Nic
Umsell
Sulationis
Thy Jeters
Oogen
John L. Wessels
Local Bank
Ardoneal
Sola
Ccuto
Kekites
John
Ming
Ford
Alleys
Aebard
Mao
Btathowell
Maui
Cy Stettipets
13Th Street Cellu
Flant
Para One
Bruce Bielaski
Sarkilisch Stores
Mak U Geidentifil
Gofas
Paris
London
Caesar H
Sly Slane
Credit Corser
Romana
Woorta
Mikes
Polk
Canton
Lie
Sparta
Vaung
Ken
Tien
Glain Gantey
Sinat
ChiarRe
Caesar Misch
Golden Hill
Byelney
Beling
1Mick Stevens
Blelasies
Hie
Secre
Tarr
G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Jewelers and Opticians
Bridgeport. Com
Farzet
Cepres Seytaciees
Kirgebbaio
Michaels
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!