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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1923
Page
19
A garbled obituary column lists names and ages, with funeral notices and interment plans. It mentions Meriden, cemetery references, addresses, and dates in a style reflecting a mid century local newspaper, though many fragments are unreadable. The piece preserves core events such as deaths, services, and family acknowledgments despite missing details.
The article details an alumni seating plan for a Harvard Yale game, aiming to seat graduates within designated ranges and to curb selling or transferring tickets. It notes a shift from prior practices, with pledges to use two allotted tickets and pass one to others, and signatures to discourage resale.
A large group of teachers across the city’s public school system selects members to form a Teachers' Council aimed at shaping city and state education policy. The group includes Miss Margaret O'Neal and other members from Maplewood, Washington, Prospect, and Sherman schools. Frank Whitin and Dora Brinsmade also participate. The council plans to elect four representatives from the Teachers' group and one supervisor representative to the council, with a total effort totaling 26 members. A call for a formal tree council is expected to be issued in November to organize elections.
A fragmented report accuses Haynes of misrepresenting prohibition enforcement in a book titled Prohibition Oui by William Wadler Paul. The piece contrasts Haynes’s statements with official figures, noting a rise in prosecutions and convictions over a forty-one month period, with estimates of at least ten thousand more convictions than the prior year.
The Phillips case continues with proceedings set for November 21. Details from the Telegan report describe events including an incident causing a fractured skull and a man named Vivien involved, with witnesses and bail arrangements mentioned.
A payroll robbery case ends with a bandit sentenced to 26 to 37 years. Key figures include Mia Becker and Jleeian Braih amid testimony about the money bag theft in Ford Straits. The article notes the bandit’s pardon petition and ongoing legal points surrounding the verdict.
Arcanum Lodge outlines a seven week winter schedule beginning next week. Waterbury hosts a degree night with Stratford guests and candidates. A supper and luncheon are planned, with further visits to Biystford and Oronoque for third degree exemplifications. December events include a grand degree conferment by Dinas Grands.
Disordered OCR notes describe a proposed Beach Concessioners organization tied to Walton Mansion purchase and a May meeting. Officials discuss funding plans, property costs, and governance under a governor appointed board, with references to Myrtle and local beaches and a delayed vote on acquisitions.
A chaotic report outlines alleged abuses and misuses of contracts by the director of a medical division and other officials. It notes expected testimony from naval officers and a forthcoming formal statement, with investigations into how funds and duties were managed across hospitals and veterans affairs offices.
In New York and Indiana campaigns, Murphy and Brennan proclaimed they would attend a gathering with party figures including Frasers Bush and Martin O Brien. The group, linked to the county Democratic committees, met amid election talk as Joe Gutte, a national Democrat from Pennsylvania, was expected to attend tomorrow.
A fragmented report describes Geneva and aristocratic circles in a tense climate amid league politics. The piece references leaders, ties to Hesitation and power struggles, and hints at maritime and diplomatic strains shaping regional alignments.
Mary Dempsey who died Wednesday will be buried tomorrow with services at St. Michael. The arrangement list names and timings for a local church funeral in the community obituary notice.
A misread court note references daylight time issues and a Supreme Court of error case. The fragment mentions a defendant, penalties, and a nominal sum for damages linked to a new lock on a street. Names and dates are unclear due to garbled OCR.
The case concerns Nagy, an employee who died while receiving weekly compensation. Annie Porliag, administrator of the estate, appeals claiming the award should continue in weekly installments. The Compensation Commissioner’s ruling is being reviewed, with questions over jurisdiction and whether the award survives the claimant’s death. The matter may go to a higher court for resolution.
The event opened with Mayor Willan Bean presenting at the Archo lsst last night. About 1,096 attendees filled the decorated hall to enjoy booths, a Shrine program, clown acts, a four horse riding display, and Indian pastries as the carnival unfolded with a parade and uniform opening.
An exhibit showcases American Haitian stamps in the Meigs Building. The display highlights colonial-era issues and modern issues with captions. Visitors are invited to view the collection through the November dates noted.
Zionist leaders in Bridgeport plan Zion Day actions after James Zangwill’s remarks on a wholly independent Jewish Palestine. Dr Weissman and Samuel Wurgel outline aims as Bridgeport prepares a large gathering at the M. H. Hall auditorium with Abraham Goldberg, Arthur Weiss, and others set to speak about political Zionism and support for Keren Hayesod.
German rebel Hilter reportedly captured amid wartime tensions. A Harvard student and former varsity crew member, Flanystvengel, linked to a shop on 4th Street and Fifth Avenue, resigns amid reports of denouncing the Allies. Frank Denk returns to Germany with letters but no word from Mint.
Supt of Mails will explain past mail system operations to Bridgeport Ad Club members during a noon luncheon at the Professional Wood? Building. William Earon, head of Mails at the WPA post office, will lead discussions on government handling and current mail campaigns.
The West End district shows a recorded transfer with weights and related measurements. Walglis and mesures consolidate the deed, noting a 12 month travel or sequence and a listed price of 37 for a parcel on Laurel Avenue. The notice references seller Goinlock and buyer New Fock, with timing around a quit date.
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