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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1923
Page
7
Local report notes Shelton police controlled a large football crowd with professional handling on Saturday. Community events include a Father-Son Banquet and various socials, with planned dances and gatherings at the American Legion and homes of local residents.
Avanlary November 3 reports two appeals to pay penalties in Danbury city court. Mrs Pavtoneichael paid $413.50 after withdrawal of her appeal. sentence suspended due to her health and plan to dismantle her business. Jel Stade agreed to pay $600 plus costs after being found guilty on three occasions.
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St Peter’s Episcopal church votes to add a south side structure for a vested male choir. Architects Skinner of Bridgeport prepared plans to match the original stone. Construction will wait for quarry stone, so a temporary wooden annex will be erected for winter use.
J Walker Sherwood, a long time resident, died at home after illness. funeral at his home Wednesday. Teachers from Sport Hid school visiting out of town today. Dorcas and Congregational Ladies' Aid held chicken pie suppers to raise funds. Meetings planned for Dorcas Society at Baptist Church on November 6 and November 13. Numerous social visits and gatherings noted across Stratford area, with many local residents hosting and attending events at homes and churches.
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Special to the program reports Westport abolishes the old constable system and Justice of the Peace with a four-man police department led by Chief J. Clutskey. Three other officers, hired by the Selectmen, will receive regular salaries and answer to Chief Quigies. Deputy Perry ends night duties. Dominick selected as special officer for six months.
Curtis Z Hopwood a Milford minor sues a Bridgeport truckman for 86000 in Superior Court. Through his guardian Alice Tippnsteil, Petty Bernerd of this act the plaintiff seeks damages from injuries sustained when a motor vehicle collided with a truck on Connecticut and Central avenues on September 1.
Rev. F C Whitehead officiated the wedding of Miss Kitty Bows, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Howard, and Harold J Hale, son of Mr. and Mrs. J B Hale of Stratford. The bride wore Canton crepe with silver beads and a matching hat, carried pink and white roses. her sister Carrie Howard was bridesmaid. Reception followed at the Hale home on Famond Street with guests from Stratford, Bridgeport and nearby towns. Hale plans a move to Los Angeles, California with his bride. Prior to marriage the bride worked for American Fabrics. Hale was with Devon Construction Company.
Long Hill Nevada Telegram reports Rev flenty Blatz of the MLE church will deliver an illustrated lecture on The Passing of the Melting at the church Wednesday evening in connection with Home Mission work. Ladies Aid Society holds an all day meeting Thursday at Mrs Banford S Geach’s home. Fire company fundraiser included dancing and added funds. Episcopal Young People Society meets Thursday at Miss Viola Randall’s. Mr and Mrs Thomas Morrisery leave Winter home for Golden Mile street. Brig Port Mrs N F Witney to Lynn for brother J B Smith’s death. Visitors include Mr and Mrs BL Pillow from Westport.
A special Telegram report notes Greenbela Grange holds tomorrow night with a focus on installing new officers. The program lists officer installation as the main item and outlines attendance by members and guests.
Lordship Sunday school secretary Amy Smith reports on a new world responsibility at services. Sixty five attended the Sunday school. Boy Scout Troop No. 1 plans a meeting at the country club at 7 15 p m Tuesday November 6. Tenderfoots sworn in are Servee Prana Joseph Garrao and Fred Donaldson after a hike to Owl Nest near Groonogve. Provost and Iris visited Mr Travont's Parents. Pinewite of the Five company Tat will be held at 13 Tuesday November 6 in the firehouse. About 1600 were at the Lordship pavilion dance Saturday night. Mrs Berward Verg of Stratford hosted a party for the Pri a lub of Brieseport with Halloween costumes. About twenty five attended. Lordship Sunday school social is planned for Wednesday November 8 at 7 30 p m at the home of Mrs Hary Yorxon Wiral Ave.
Norwalk resident Miss Haugh of 84 Mervin Street has been named head of Staples High School history department in Westport succeeding the late Frank S. Davis. A College of New Rochelle graduate, class of 1923, she will also teach prologue and earned high honors in English studies, winning a large prize for a critical essay on O Wine in New Wottles.
A Ku Klux Klan meeting at Redmens hall in Devon drew many residents as national officers explained order principles and discussed a surge of new membership. Community notices include Ladies Aid supper plans for Walnut Beach, local visits, real estate moves, water main work by Milford Water Co, and church activities with updated prayer and meeting times.
In Trumbull court Justice Bure presided as William Phillips faced charges after a boy collided with a car injuring a young girl. The incident occurred near Jackson’s corner, a mile from the Till Center, while the family awaited medical care. Bonds set at $1,000 for Phillips’s continued appearance.
In Wilton an alarming Klan cross appeared burned opposite the Predecick J. Middlebrook house. George Michebroke discovered the fire and reported the note reading I. K Loot Ol Wilton Gasmer. The cross burned to embers as residents watched while Road Commissioner Macdonald and others passed by.
Miss Phy Sanford daughter of Judge and Mrs Sanford wed Edgacdewite Williams of A yford in a quiet Redding ceremony officiated by Raymond Cunningham. Sister Miss Elizabeth Sanford served as bridesmaid and Mr Pinlay of Hartford was best man. After a wedding trip the couple will reside in Hartford.
At Fairfield Town Court Judge Joan Grout reduced the bond of Thomas Henry of Brooklyn New York to 3500 after arraignment on charges of transporting liquor. He had been jailed since his morning arrest when a police officer stopped a vehicle carrying beer parcels. Beer analyzed at 2.75 percent volume. A continuance was granted until Charlesdas.
In the United States District Court in Diaposing of quer gases today, Thomas and Judge Hdwin declared they are not interested in the prohibition pause but in respect for the law. Loreto Milone of Providence pleaded guilty to transportation of 55 gallons of leche in Westport. Brunvasda of New Britain received a continuance after showing recent recovery and lack of counsel.
Residents demand action as a string of livestock killings attributed to hunters outside legal season unsettles Newtown. Farmers Veederick Lut and Pathe report cattle shot, while stableman Cavanaugh investigates. A horse belonging to dates Pathe was shot earlier, with no fatal outcome. Authorities have not charged suspects.
In Tunxis Hill a wife was fined 150 dollars for making liquor for sale without her husband’s knowledge. he, a Bridgeport watchman, testified minimal involvement. The court suspended jail time for the wife. a separate assault charge against Jobir Alaski was carried over. Local officers secured evidence Saturday. bond remained at 100 dollars.
Fanton is appointed chairman of the Danbury Red Cross chapter, a role she has held since World War I. Willan K Breitfield is elected treasurer following Alexander Gow’s resignation. New officers include president Mrs Charles D P and secretary Miss Maude V Grin.
A public talk at the Beals ford Y M C A explored how women affect industry and how legislative committees shape work hours and safety. Mary C. Wells emphasized that women face unique health and economic challenges, urging careful committee study to balance progress with protection.
A historical ad claims Allenhru cures rheumatism by dissolving acid deposits in joints and removing pain. It asserts crippling injuries reversed and urges readers to trust the prescription, promising rapid relief and a money back guarantee.
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