New City Faces Big Deficit and Likely Special Levy
The incoming city regime faces a hefty shortfall with an estimated 500 090 deficit in current year bills and arrears. Officials consider a short term 5 million levy after back taxes drive yields about 500 000, with March 31 deadlines and potential deficits despite attempts to collect taxes.
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Taft to Speak at Yale Club Meeting
Charles P Taft former coach and Yale alumnus will address the Yale Club about the Sam Shaw defense fund. A local lawyer and Yale 1902 class member is cited as a participant. About 60 to 80 people are expected to attend.
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Probing Charges of Attempted Bribery In County Inquiry
A county attorney announced a grand jury inquiry into alleged bribery and influencing a judge. The probe involves two lawyers and two companies, with receivership actions linked to the Honey ods Sens company and the Wehan jiasn. The report notes the inquiry began in Biston on November 3.
Answer Call of Red Cross Says Harding to Mobilize Faithful Support
Washington reports President Harding urged clergy to stress the gospel of service on Armistice Day Sunday November 13 and call Americans to join the Red Cross relief drive through November 24. He framed the appeal as a national effort of humanitarian aid and volunteer service.
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Woman Killed by Auto While Boarding Car
A woman died after being struck by an automobile while boarding a street car on Ingham Street. The vehicle, driven by an unidentified man, fled the scene. Police are investigating and trouble details remain unclear amid the car’s markings and witnesses.
Five Cent Fare Hearing Today in Council Chamber
Mayor Clifford Wilson faces the Mobile Utilities Commission as Bridgeport lovers push for a five cent fare. Crowds are expected. Wilson hopes the hearing yields permission, viewing it as a key late-year act amid a busy agenda and possible political finale.
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Marries Ward, Is Dismissed From the Army
San Antonio Texas November 1 A court martial verdict dismissed Major We Wrimiall cavalry in seven specifications alleging violation of the war code. The proceedings show the defendant married a second wife while on duty and a divorce was granted from his first wife on December 1. The record details forced home visits and misconduct cited in seven counts.
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Mayor Clears City Hall Desk Amid Unclear Turmoil
A murky report describes Maernstenn taking actions at City Hall and planning to finalize moves next Monday. The scene hints at internal shock and tension, though details remain hazy and names or exact events are not fully clear.
Lloyd George Sees Bright Irish Peace Prospects
Premier Lloyd George declared the prospects for peace in Ireland brighter than in years, while warning the situation remained critical. He spoke at the Guild, urging Britain to heed Ireland’s rights and inviting Ireland into a partnership within the British Empire as an equal stakeholder.
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Mayor Urges Armistice Day Tribute in Bridgeport
Mayor Clifford B. Wilson urges Bridgeport citizens to observe Armistice Day with a two hour period of cessation from noon to 2 PM Friday November 11. The proclamation asks prayerful meditation for World War sacrifices, with many city activities scaled back or closed.
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Woman Pays Election Bet Hits Midtown Street
A New York scene describes a woman paying an election bet by tossing a peanut at the street. The incident occurs along Broadway as bystanders react to the spectacle.
Baron Jacques In New York Police Parade Scene
A garbled report describes Baron Jacques amid New York City crowds and dignitaries including Lieutenant General Harker. The piece mentions a motor parade, street activity, and a military decoration at an armory, with references to Belgian forces and a seventh division veteran.
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Armed Marines Guarding Mail in Boston
Reports state Marines are guarding mail in Boston after a disturbance disrupted postal operations. Officials say a cleanup and precautionary measures were taken at Federal Building to secure the post, with clerks assisted by guards and emergency crews.
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Unknown Soldier Lying in State in Nation's Capitol
A fragmented historical note describes the Unknown Soldier lying in state with distorted text and garbled names. It references ceremonial figures, debates over memory, and the symbolism of monuments and national mourning in Washington.
Rum burglars foiled at Leake residence
Police report intruders attempted to break into a Leake residence on Wright Avenue and Worthington alley. Alarm was triggered. suspects wore caps with limited details noted. no weapon or property description provided.
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Norwalk Power Outage Darkens City Theaters
A failure at the CosCo power plant plunged Norwalk into darkness for about two hours causing the first and second shows to be canceled. Approximately 4,060 people endured dim lighting as businesses and streets lost power. Old style fashion methods were used by residents during the outage.
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Britain Hears Hughes Policy Amid Mandates Confusing Text
Confusing text reports Britain following Hughes policy amid mandates. Fragmentary lines reference protests, Tory party, and isolation of territorial claims in the Pacific, with unclear names and places.
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