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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1923

Page

15

Milford Beach Association Moves to Form Park Plan

Milford nov 18 special to the Telegram reports residents and property owners push for a Myrtle Beach park project with 1000 signatures endorsing the plan. The group aims to secure a state charter and state police supervision while vowing not to oppose ministers or other anti gambling efforts. Meanwhile local scouts in Milford receive several badges and an Eagle Scout award as the Court of Honor session announces officers and welcomes new ranks.

Milford Myrtle Walnud Wealtby J. E. Tucker Charles Wonx David Derosier A. Getlar Fred BM. Swett Ing Art Arousemient Girk Association J Clarter Torrie Amu Toral Diliford Court of Honor Roy Scouts of Sanerica Charles F Atkins Yorn Court Room Ratine UNO Winthrop $ i Lester Aun Dunale Clark Norman Brostus Vroon Na J Giver Tull Herman Schultz Edward Morite Bambers Rou Court Houup At & Meting Milford Listeieg Charman T. Stan van Byckle Stoddard

Mrs Perry Funeral Draws Large Local Attendance

The Nov 18 funeral of Mrs Sonn BH Perry, a longtime town official and state legislator, drew many mourners from Southypent. The service at the Perry home led to burial in Oaklawn cemetery with Rev. John GL Shively of Spbthpir Congry Hewal church assisting. Numerous floral tributes were placed at the home.

Souphport Tedeerian Southypent Sonn BH. Perry Townsel Lown Sohne Board Ferme Peery Cenfay John GL. Shively Spbthpir Qongregy - Hewal Oaklown

Ridgefield Lad Cuts Off Two Fingers In Wood Chopping Incident

In Ridgefield a ten year old boy Julius Edndatrom severed two fingers while chopping wood in Georgetown district exposure. Dr Byron amputated the injured fingers. A separate accident involved Milton Filet a fireman nearly killed when a steering wheel broke and the car plunged, with minor injuries.

Tadgerisle Jai Simei Wali Georgetown Julius Edndatrom Byron Lindstroms Koeeler

Weston visitors and local society notes enhance town look

Monroe MONEHOM reports a weekend visit by Bell Curtiss and John Runge families to Weston. Other items note Judson family and Mrs Judson's parents in the United for an extended stay, plus a Congregational Church meeting and discussions on country estate improvements and the Laney union.

Monehom Bell Curtiss John Runge Tard Weston Frank Judson Curtiss Willam Swaterburs Albtbode Congregational Church Gotclong Cory Frieida

Unclear OCR Item Hinting Social Event and Birthday Party

Fragmentary text documents a birthday celebration for a seventh year old with entertainment and gifts. Mentions include various names such as Julia Candee Mrs Gilbert Warinmed and Willard address lines, plus a Mrs Ward Gillette and a Ladies Aid social event.

Aino Gine Marsh Gilbert Warinmed Willard Ward Gillette Trebles Wandastits Duseje Javubs

Wanted in Norwala and surrounding areas

Widespread alert for a man named Max reels wanted on unspecified charges. Notices mention tracking by authorities across Fort Truanbul and nearby locales with vague descriptions and a request for information. The garbled text references a New Menu Mr mon se Mr. Peir of Tuston and a person named Wilbe diedd, suggesting confusion in the alert.

Mr. Peir Tuston Hue Fort Truanbul Wigier

Fathers and Sons Banquet Highlights Ridgefield Event

At Ridgefield M E Church an unusual Father Son Banquet drew over 125 attendees. Fred Brundage won a pig prize as the largest number of sons brought by a father, while the evening featured a fine chicken supper, greetings from nearby towns, and remarks on family health and community spirit.

Ridgefield M. E. Church Kingsfield Ridfield Fred T. Brundage Methodist Church

Ohio Senator Visits Newtown For Princeton Game

A record crowd was expected as Ohio Senator Wright of Cleveland and other dignitaries visited Newtown for a Princeton game. Local residents including Mrs. Wright’s parents and community figures from New Haven to Bridgeport attended, with multiple mentions of social visits and town gatherings during the trip.

Tawny New Eytan Zenator Stowe Wright Clevelang GO Faye

Auto Victim's Funeral Set Tomorrow Near Urfield

Funeral services for James Dugan age 21 of Oldtier d held tomorrow morning at a church with burial in Stetson Cemetery. Dugan died after a taxi collided with a truck near Jenkins Crossing last night. He was taken to Vincent's hospital with injuries described as non life threatening. details on other passengers or causes remain unclear.

Urfield Jihies Dugan Waa Todd Maia Akréul Rita Wittren Edo

Princetons Boston Trip Sparks Local Rumor

Fragmentary report describes a social event at Princeton with attendees from New York City and other locales. Mentions a travel sequence, a luxury gathering, and a party mood amid unclear details and edited notes.

WOMEX 620 Meeting Notice for Motelewa

Fragmented OCR text mentions a meeting with Motelewa and names several individuals in unclear context. It hints at a special broadcast and a regional breakdown but specifics are unreadable. The readable names suggest an event involving Sists and The Winans.

Greenwich's New Police Is Making Good in Office

Greenwich highlights its newly formed police leadership with James J. Nedley as a seasoned veteran from Port Chester. Nedley, born in New York, rose from constable to sergeant and patrolman, earning a respected reputation in Greenwich and surrounding towns. He and his family, including Francia Nedley and Charles Nedley, are noted for community involvement and civic steadiness in East Norwalk and Greenwich.

Greenwich Hong Halles Chiat Nedley New York Port Chester Lang Awh Pote Tor Andrew 'Ale Peagaley Nedley Mitarnad Irenior Orthoes Emipe i Wagner Alt Columbus Wappanvea U'Tribe Ted Tart Ulouter Bat Port Gheater Cacjans Ffest Belle Tiyen Avenue Eastlore Viescos Anya Francia Nediey New Yorks Adaes Nedey Bronx John Nadlay Charles Nadie Lavdguwich Edmund Nedtey New Britain Wille Faron Mead South Noswith Wiliam Sun

Three Arrests in Milford for Fast Driving

Milford police report three arrests tied to fast driving during a patrol blitz. Suspects named include Maesy Shi of WL Carles Publit and Hayy Morley, with charges linked to leaks operation and incidents near Yate. No official count of vehicles involved given. police commend patrol efficiency and public support.

MIT Etyhd Prin Faetan Todd Polles Carles EU Hayy Morley Merwe Euiput Milford Polleo al Sidva

Arrested Twice for Driving While Drunk in Danbury

Danbury Wor 138 reports a man arrested Saturday after a car crash on a charge of operating a vehicle while intoxicated. He is held on $400 bond. Attorney J. Boss pled not guilty for the defendant, who faces a hearing in the county court. Police noted the victim sustained injuries but no bones were broken.

Danbury Lijung Fiorengi Arcie Joe Police Arily Jurlyy J. Sboss Ayener Arelirt Gefyaeg Anihy N.Y Taaibury Arcerh

Devon police commissioners meet today amid planning confusion

A disjointed report details a scheduled meeting of the Devon Police Commissioners with references to a Park model proposal, personnel reassignment, and preparations at city offices. The narrative mentions Captain Viox and other officials, hinting at routine duties and ongoing public safety planning.

Danbury Nurses Home Plans To Be Voted on

Plans for the erection of a proposed new nurses home at Danbury Hospital will be discussed at a public meeting in the hospital’s Cy hall auditorium tomorrow afternoon. The project was halted previously when funds ran short for a new four story hospital addition.

Danbury Danbury Hospital

Milford Girl to Wed Yale Tackle in One Year’s Time

Milford’s Mildred Bechtel, daughter of Mr and Mrs Oman O Bechtel, plans marriage to Yale tackle Milstead after her graduation. He played college football at Yale after transfers from Wabash, faced athletic scrutiny, and remains a notable athlete with a public profile in New Haven society. The engagement follows Yale’s victory over Princeton and Bechtel’s prominent roles in school activities.

Milfor Speatal Milford Misa Mildred Bechtel Oman O. Bechtel Yale Princeton New Haven Bechtel Mtusy Allen Misteau Os “Ulead Misy Licentel Aireigh Chance Ming Feehtel Miss Bechtel Malfoys Pales Inc Rosenbaam Scion Nava Lsteid Slavens Te Vsn Selfeisade Saloles Tockunl Wabash College Praghman Milstead Luphia Abs 1

Sues husband’s relatives for 950000 damages

The Hartford Superior Court case filed by Mrs. Ethel Benn seeks 950000 against her father in law Charles Beach and her mother in law Mary Beach of Hartford. The suit lists attachments on defendants properties and includes references to a Connecticut group and appointments, with numerous procedural details.

Tartford Arsenne Sons Thomas C. Beach Ethel » Benn Charles Mary Beach Mt Hartford Teryu “Nyis Gr Murray Goniner Connecticut Tes of Merequinia Bergre Pasaing Shaw

Drunk Driving Charge From Westport Case

A documented case reports a drunk driving arrest involving a driver on Lie Shere road near Pyainskt. The defendant, Willa Mueray of Stith, New York, was charged as the Town court convened to argue the matter and determine guilt or penalties.

Westport Ned Taal Wil Dourt Emorray Shere Willa Mueray Stith Simeat New York Gxiiy

Women’s Temperance Petition Seeks World Court Support

In Danbury, under the guidance of Mrs. Elizabeth Bauer, the Woman’s Chebrsis Temperance group has launched petitions urging backing for a World Court. About 400 signatures have been gathered to date, with efforts aimed at broad public support.

Mies Elizabeth Bauer

Drunken Arrest After Patrol Wagon Waits

Patrol officers respond to a disturbance on Lafayette Street where Mrs Lorraine Smith, suffering alcoholism, is taken into custody and later placed under arrest. Bond set under $30, investigation planned to determine if alcohol was sold at the Lafayette Street residence.

Jaaur Va Viebrina Ma Woneh Resulost Raseme A.J Sekevak Bulance Lafayettes Street Lorraine Smith Rist Main Gureeh Vilisidy de. Sokerais Srolth Aoman Stith Latavetty Street

Feirth Destroys Lumber and Equipment in Victoria

A damaged OCR fragment notes a 19th century incident affecting Feirth and the Victoria region. It references destruction of lumber and ammunition equipment valued around $500 000 and mentions a partition in a factory lineage dating back two centuries. The text is incomplete and difficult to verify.

Stratford Avenue Opens for Yale Princeton Traffic

Stratford avenue work finished to widen the thoroughfare for thousands of motorists traveling to the Yale Princeton football game in New Haven. Roadside improvements include a finished front for the post and small delays due to finishing touches on nearby properties.

Stratford Avenue Paul Gaodall Warwiels Bridgeport Hospital Norwalk ALJL Armory Leflon Richard Howell Sunday Herald South Avenue Elim Worx Yale-Princeton New Haven Erna Ol. Michael's Ae

Special session loom for law changes amid grand jury probes

Governor Templeton contemplates a special session if the grand jury finds evidence substantiating diploma tilting. He notes that a session could wipe out the current elect board, prompting appointment of four new members, while urging an examining board to vet candidates. The next regular session is fourteen months away, and Templeton praises State's Attorney Alcorn and lawyer Holden for guiding the jury. Over 40 percent of U S homes are owned free of debt.

Abels Templeton Moi Alcorn Ioglden M. Alcorn Benedict M. Holden Hartford

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