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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 15, 1923

Page

10

Plan to Use Savings for Drill Tower Project

The article outlines using funds saved last year to finance a drill tower on Maplewood Avenue. It notes no new appointments or department expansions, with a $150,000 motion for bonds to cover salaries and construction. The piece discusses fire prevention, sprinkler testing, and a proposed drill tower designated to avoid interference with future buildings. It mentions pensions granted and staffing insights from the Fire Department.

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Farm Bureau Sets Dates for Home Nursing Groups

The Farm Bureau and Connecticut Agricultural College extension plan home nursing sessions across county communities. Events include a Bethel Town hall demonstration on patient care and bed making, nutrition talks, and junior club lessons on overweight issues with schedule listings for Stepney and surrounding centers in mid November.

Farm Bureau Connectlont Agrtural College Qvark Mari Sureau Trestay Stepney Bethel Town Hall Jim MN Steeds Lauras i Nest Wridig Sunford

Farmers Need Credit and Good Roads, Merritt Tells County Farmers

Danbury Nov 14 Special to the Telegram speakers at the county farmers meeting emphasized credit needs for Farmers Union members across Fairfield County and New England. Merritt urged better roads and schooling while praising farmers and urging cooperation to protect markets and lower costs. The gathering included a county bank official highlighting long term loans and a county agent introduction.

Merritt Danbury Sanunt Fairfleld County Warnt Bureau Lot New England Balrfield County Simon the Farmers Schuster Berg Carter Farin Bure Pris Uie Con Reessiiti Merritt Elo Warnt Bure DIN Furma Farn Bureau Fairfiele County Miward T. Thomson Wederal Laing Bank Springfield United States Laivus Bros Poe Vasa

Long Hill Rector Accepts Call to Plainfield

The Rev. Thuras Melrose, rector at Long Hill, has accepted a call to the Episcopal church in Plainfield and will leave for his new charge soon. His career spans pastoral and mission work, including many years in the Klondike gold fields.

Thuras Melrose al Church Episcopal Church Plainfield Kev Melrose Klondike

Bridgeport Reports 12 Cases of Diphtheria

Bridgeport reports twelve diphtheria cases for the week ended November, per the Board of Health briefing. The report notes small clusters in Maevfoss and Woherberg with limited public details and scattered incidents.

Bridgeport Hoth Maevfoss Woherberg Ted Tor See Per Owen Seaeler

Sylvia Crest Republicing Mayor Dinner Ceremony

Mayor W. Witiwin Uehrenn and sixteen city officials attended a dinner hosted by the Sylvia Crest Republicing. The event featured guests from New York and Washington, with remarks about civic progress and upcoming plans.

W. Witiwin Uehrenn Sylvia Crest Whch Winwin Alay New York Iewassig Wastoesa HTN Uvendine

Spooners Flee from Nichols Byways

Nichols residents report a puzzling halt as spooners stop visiting local haunts. Unclear if cold weather or vigilant authorities deter cars, leaving tracks blocked on back roads and delaying traffic.

Agaiss Ne Nichols Witteh

Mrs G B Havens to be Buried in Ridgefield Plot

Mrs G B Havens a prominent New York society woman died at her winter home on 78th Street New York City Friday afternoon. She is survived by husband G C Havens and several relatives. burial to take place in Ridgefield. The late Mrs Havens was connected with the Metropolitan Opera and active in civic and social affairs.

G. B. Havens Ridgefield Sov George O. Havens New York Giameds Fipersall 78Rd Street New Yorle City Stephen Wren Bask Feuter Avens Ponte Wilson Wwe Quaphiers Bes Bbert J. Jones Mee Alley ‘Ty Gaoven J. Mavens Joie George Ci Hiavens Prescient Metropoliniy Op Company Ka Yitne Ecinas cd

Fairfield child drowns in pond in tragic accident

A Fairfield child drowned in a pond in a grim incident reported with sparse readable details. The event references nearby locations and people involved, with scattered names and places hinting at the community’s response and memorials. The fragmentary text preserves the core tragedy without graphic description.

Ambassador Woods Arrives From Japan

Ambassador Woods arrives from Japan amid a reshuffle in diplomatic engagements. Local officials report no injuries among the party, and preparations begin for formal meetings with the host nation.

Ambassador Woods Japan

Consolidation of Railroad Systems Favored by Leaders

Nov 14 opinion pieces in Philadelphia detail support for consolidating rail networks into larger systems. Senator A B Cummins and General Atterbury voice caution about mandatory schemes while stressing voluntary, balanced consolidation to avoid government ownership and preserve efficiency amid complex regional realities.

Wiutadeolphia United States A.B. Qamel Mins Towa WW Akervburg Summing General Atterbury Generil Finchary

Roller Skates from Los Angeles to Frisco

A garbled report outlines a roller skate journey from Los Angeles to San Francisco. It mentions a rider named Wright and a long 400 mile trek with segments, delays, and hours counted, but many words are unreadable. The narrative hints at endurance and a dramatic finish.

Los Angeles Wright

Fire Threat Forces Mass Evacuation at Germantown Village

A villagewide blaze endangers Germantown as residents flee. emergency crews battle the flames amid shifting winds. Evacuation orders cover homes along main streets, with authorities urging residents to seek shelter and avoid the blaze zone. Local officials coordinate with fire departments and emergency services to protect lives and property.

New York in Contention in Soviet Era Coverage

Soviet 24 report notes Learnt New York today in a bound seminar. The piece mentions WMS and Waven Duan and Sew Tia En. It records a tense atmosphere around a New York authority, with Dever and Maven cited in a disputed event. The report hints at moral conflict and ongoing debate about authority and legitimacy.

New York

Milford Police Commissioner Faces Assault Claim

A Milford police commissioner is accused in court papers of assaulting an individual named Rohert MM. The case, heard by Prosecuting Attorney Judge Omar W. Pinte and El mer A. Tull of Woodmont, cites a summons issued for the alleged incident. Details describe the accused as a former candy dealer now tied to the incident. the proceedings followed a prior report of aggression.

IBRD Omar W. Pinte Elmer A. Tull Woodmont Snergst Rohert Waldreont Trent Ap- Hebert Waondmonk Welling

Trained 10 Grow Flowers, Finds Pigs Pay More

TAIRPFIELD Nov telegram notes Henry B. Parni manager reports pigs yield higher returns than growing flowers. Danbury and Greenwich County swine owners faced losses while Morgan and Navin pursued pig farming with mixed success. Mr Stoddard encouraged orchard cultivation but shifted to pig raising after proving profitable.

Tairpfield Henry B Parni Danburr Groenfield Morgan Cnurke Shire Spoddard Stoddard Benjamin Ko Morgan

Auto Without Brakes Triggers Stratford Man Arrest

Stratford man Vecchio of 425 Bure avenues was arrested last night after an automobile without brakes collided on Assuth Street and Greserat Avenue, causing extensive damage to several vehicles. Suspect Da il Slattery of 1082 Esist Main Street reported injuries from a separate incident on Muiretréet near Chapel Street involving Merion Chaw of In droite vei.

Aalviccore Vecchio Bure Sb K. Wi Daniel Slattery Assuth Street Greserat Avenue Rolig Union Chapel Street Mise Merion

Court Marina to Work Degree for Wheeler

Fragmentary text describes a degree team and work on a project, with references to Murphy and Connections Avenue. The passage mentions a court or committee setting and a sequence of dates and games, but details are unclear.

Court Marina Wheeler Tuurt Shepina Povesgtery Arte Jen Jdeerhholi Fon Murphy Ds 4

Memorial plan to honor Governor Robert Treat in Milford

Milford plans outlined by the special committee of the Chamber of Commerce seek to acquire the old Telsby property at West Main and Cherry streets for a Robert Treat Memorial Park. The project involves 2000 plus descendant involvement and a national scope with support from prominent state residents and historical organizations.

Milford Specii Wil Geel H. Trew Bridgs Robert Treav Telsbyrroperty West Main Cherey Streets Fia Robert Treat Morky Park Odd Wellows Goverine Rohnert United States Trowhividwe Tila Placa Lown Aria B. Brook Vingeria American Ertas Company Trestors 3Brook Jag Wih Oe Mobert ‘Trea Iketer

Women Discuss Service On Juries In Hartford Assembly Hall

A city meeting of the Voters League opened in the assembly hall at the Historic Se mety. Mrs. Herbert Knox Smish presided. Speakers, including Mrs. Thomas Hepburn, attacked Judge Els as opposed to women juries, while Mrs. H. Deming of Hartford objected to the report. The afternoon session weighed the need for women jury service and called for organizational changes, with remarks on state appointments and suffrage. The gathering noted two dozen voters groups in Fairfield County and referenced Bridgeport delegates.

Mena Voters League Semety Herbert Knox Smish Thomas Hepburn Connecticut Womens’ Suffrage League Judge Els Isha al H. Deming Hartford Bill Tigpburh Taines Rourke Lindvspert Rose Hepburn Guy Misa Marjory Cheney Ginsh Mes Hepburn Shiy Patefield Sovius Padefield Pulbory Prinsty Aloald Elaine Wert Marjory Samuel Shaw Redding Fairfield County Emerson Newell Greenwich Arkansia Fairfield Bridgetters League Patrifield Bridgeport Harry Ives Lynn Wilson H. Ward Fleck James Rourke McDonald Anges Thorners Daniel Alize William Richardson Mica Veers Ray C! Clarke George Crawford

Westport Chief to Add Two Men to Force Soon

Westport on November 14 reports Chief of Police Charles Gulflex plans to expand the force with two more officers soon. The chief patrols daytime duties, handles traffic with his motorcycle, and assigns Misht to Frank Van pits the center while Michael Dominick oversees Saugatuck. Welter Batty patrols Greens Farms district, a former Pershing picket.

Westport Charles Gulflex Linte Misht Frank van Greens Rms Welter Batty General Persaing

Mrs Stokes Virtually Wins Separation Suit

New York on November 4 1920s era report states Mrs Keltn youd Stokes nearly wins separation from her husband E D Stokes as lawyers say the suit will not be opposed in Supreme Court custody alimony and two children to be addressed in coming testimony Monday.

New York Keltn Stokes D. Stokes Uderee Beng Air Stekex Geelsion Yin

Local notices and sales and social events in Westport area

In Westport and Norwalk district pages, residents report land sales including lot Nos 46 35 and a ten foot strip, deed transfers to Wester ls and Cor nof land in Great Marsh. A charity sale and tea at the Bedford house features dressmaking and millinery sessions, with a schedule of community events and a restricted event timeline beginning November 21 at 7 oclock.

Whstsurt Leelle Samii Ancerson Sopmenlb Cody Flomt Awlie AM Veturiora Porters Wearpore Bedford Louse Saute Norwork Muilbnary

U S Chamber of Commerce Pushes to Revoke Jones Law

The American Chamber of Commerce adopts a resolution urging Congress to repeal the Jones Law governing the Philippine Islands and replace it with an enabling act, establishing the Philippines as a preserved territory of the United States. Manuel Roxas, accompanied by advisers, travels to Washington to push for independence and explain the Philippine position to President Coolidge and Congress. President Quezon denounces U S military rule as inadequate, criticizing governance and advocating greater Filipino responsibility.

Maniba American Chamber of Commerce Congress Philippine Islands Philippines United States We Chamber of Commerce Manuel Roxas Fasiliar House of Representatives Corps of Technics Jay Coolidge Philippina Pilipinas Leonard Woods Roxas Act Ing Philippine Independence Commission Washington Senate Quezon Windgraio Fidpings Quezon Sai Govenor Wood

Dirigible Makes Another Sail Attempt Today

Weather favored last night as Nava Alt Station and Lakehurst N J announced a new attempt by the dirigible at six for a blast toward Boston with possible stops via Hartford and New Haven. If on time it will fly over the city around seven, only the motor sound and cabin lights signaling arrival.

Bryeudeep Henaetidowl Nava Lakehurst N. J Boston Hartford New Haven

Community plans for post annual meeting and events

Fairfield November 14. The George Al rea Smith Post of the American Legion discussed plans for its annual meeting to be held Tuesday December 11 and ideas to enlarge post membership and activities. A social and financial success marked Mrs VA Wyetten’s Yankee Division auxiliary party on Miller Avenue. Social events include Star of Connecticut Lodge meetings and a church women’s group planning fall and winter activities.

George Alrea Smith American Legion Mm Sherman Eacy Mra. VA Wyetten Miller Avenue Yankee Division Conncticut Lodge Sherherdy Retaldher Rei Men's Hell Greenfield Congregational St. Michael's Association St. Michaels Church Tunsia Hill Road Tunsia Church of Christ Fur & Séwine Raat Red Men's Hall Greenfield Church Sherman Hell Procera

Police After Ash Cans In Disjointed Note

Fragmentary OCR reads as police after ash cans amid a garbled threat note. Residents Mrs Leventhal questioned police action and involvement. unclear context, names, places, or dates appear ambiguously in the text.

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