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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1922
Page
24
Elizabeth Grotes, known as Queen Elizabeth, a gypsy leader, fainted in court as the trial on a charge of theft was opened. The case was continued until Saturday with bonds set at $1,000. The allegation involves a theft of nearly $100 from Mrs. Grocek of State Street.
Reverend Dogsan of the Church of the Blessed Byer mont believes two fires at the new convent on Gnick avenue Wag occurred accidentally or by spontaneous combustion. The pastor states his opinion two weeks into the incidents.
Record of strong northwest wind and unusually low tide causing delays along the coast near Lae Stratford. Docks and boat yards report suspended operations as crews stringently tie off vessels. dredging efforts at the harbor continue with new propellers and equipment to restore the U.S. harbor work.
A warning explains bituminous coal poses greater fire risks than anthracite. The board notes higher chimney heat from bituminous fuel increases chances of igniting woodwork and nearby combustibles. It advocates measures like noncombustible protective coverings and limiting wood construction within two feet of chimneys.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Liverpool and docks with unclear terms and a reference to an avenue. Details are unreadable. no identifiable events, persons, or organizations are clearly stated.
The zoning committee for Stratfield to meet today at noon to discuss building controls. Officials aim to block certain lines of structures that would harm city beauty as zoning regulations already operate in several western and middle regions.
Coroner announces an inquest into a Danbury death from injuries after a fall from a window. The deceased, tied to a recent incident, died weeks ago and investigators review alleged temptations and circumstances surrounding the hospital confinement. City authorities emphasize ongoing inquiries as the coroner prepares the inquest.
The will of Martha D Porter allocates three bequests to Yale and distributes remaining assets among relatives and local institutions. Amounts include a cash gift of 10 900 toward education and church related trusts. Provisions also name Springfield and other communities, detailing beneficiaries and purposes across several parcels and funds.
An invitation was extended to Mayor Atwater to attend a railroad hearing on consolidation plans in Hartford. Governor Fiveell J. Lake ordered the hearing, to be held under the supervision of the Advisory Board chaired by Kent Hubbard.
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