Board of Education elects officers in secret ballot
The board chose Alfred C. Bones as president with four of six votes and Mrs. M. E. Cutting as secretary with five of six votes. Lynn W. Wilson led vice president ballots with three votes, Caldwell two, Burns one. The adjourned meeting set monthly sessions and new rules for a commission form of city government with a city manager.
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Wilson
Caldwell
Burns
Alfred C. Bones
Board of Education
Inceme of Ahs
Owen Burns
John ¥ Galéwell
ME. Cutting
Lynn W. Wilson
Setion
Amuras
Burnz
Alice L Smith
Ign W. Wilton Toved
Cutting
Mutiey
Dr. Mones
Jr. Bones
Oraf
Beard
Strigg
Sace
Man Injured In Fall Down Stairs At Home
Yurver Matson, 67, fell while descending cellar stairs at his home on Lord Tumbroke Street yesterday. He struck his head and suffered a dirt injury over the right eye. He was taken to Su. Vireratts Wusmitiel Doe in critical condition, serious.
Bobbing for Booze in the Icy Ocean
SIMCOE Ont November 20 A steamer named City of Dresden ran aground near Port Rowan on Lake Erie. Abandoned with 500 cases of Canadian whiskey the wreck broke up. Cars lined the shore as residents fished bottles from the icy water and transported them to awaiting vehicles.
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Simcoe
Ont
Port Rowan
Lake Erie
City of Dresden
J. & McQueen
Ambhbrst
Sansa
Proclamation and Habeas Corpus Case Shocks Dublin
In Dublin the habeas corpus proceedings against Erskine Childers proceed under civil tribunal oversight as the Master of the Rolls warns against military court orders. Hamon De Valera issues a proclamation declaring the Anglo Irish Treaty resolution void and Raul O Reirn declares the republic. In Washington Peter J MacSwiney seeks President Harding’s aid for his sister Mary MacSwiney on a hunger strike in a Dublin prison.
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Dublin
t-Associated
Imbetel
Erskine Childers
Quilans’ Free State
New
Hamon de Valera
Republic Oflrehkynd
Oir Eireann
Washington
Fetor J
Clemenceau Unable to Visit in State on U S Tour
French ex Premier Clemenceau regrets his time will not permit a visit to Connecticut during a hurried United States tour. A Tele telegram response to Governor indicates he cannot travel to Clarkford, a town that recently hosted other notable French visitors.
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Jad Port
Cesuke Lonigbes
Genreys
Clemenceau
Bnt
Nin
Connecticut
United States
Clarkford
Hay
Fundus
Lafarette
Bob
Mlegnetvean
Marre
Merchants Expect Huge Christmas Trade This Year
Retail leaders in Lindport report a spirit of Christmas, with prices at wartime lows and wages stable, signaling strong holiday demand. Stores note stocking is ample and toy orders from American manufacturers are arriving, aiming for a record Yuletide trade. The piece hints at continued coverage on the next page.
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Marne
Lindport
Grand jury hears new witness in Hall and Mills murder case
In Somerville dated Nov 20 an official report notes the grand jury began examining the murders of Rev. Edward W Hall and Eleanor Mills. A new witness, George Sipel, is said to corroborate parts of Jane Gibson the pig woman story. Details withheld pending further questioning.
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Somerville Nedy
Associated Ress
Edward Wran
Eleanor R. Mills
Dane Gibson
George Sinel
Middlebugh
Aspel
Certin
Joan Garry
Gibson
Glogon
Sipel
Eustoy
DeRuasy
Garry
Brook
Wilbur A. Mott
Edward
Fairfield Man Named Secretary of Charter Board
Fairfield official Clarence Nidfall, who wrote town charter revisions, is chosen secretary of Bridgeport Charter Revision Commission chaired by Mayor Abowwater. Salary set at 150 weekly4 month and expenses paid. Commission seeks $3,000 appropriation. total may vary.
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Fairfield
Clarence Nidfall
Pairfield
Bridgeport
Tred
Teridgeprect
Stratford Clarion
Makex Dan
Elia Setedhian
Dramatic Changes in Dry Force Expected
Washington reports reveal imminent overhauls in prohibition enforcement with Commissioner Haynes planning reorganization across several states. New appointments to senior posts are anticipated as part of a broader effort to streamline agencies and boost effectiveness in drug and liquor control.
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Wasilington
Dell
Haynes
Athes
Nathan
Aly
vesMil
Bogash Beats Downey in Boston Boxing Decision
Louis Bogash of Bridgeport defeats Bryan Downey of Columbus in a ten round middleweight bout in Boston. Bogash fought a craft and cautious match while Downey pressed with his right hand power. The verdict drew mixed feelings, with many wishing for a draw under state rules.
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Louis Bogash
Bryan Downey
Boston
Bridgeport
Ohioan
Conn
Ting
Boston Arena
Columbus
Ben Fair
Lou Bogash
Bogash
Downey
Historic customs reenacted as Congress opens joint session today
The sixty seventh Congress opened its third session with brief ceremonies and adjournment in respect to late Senator Watson and Representative Nolan. President Hoover plans a joint session address on the shipping bill, with confirmations and new members from Illinois and Oklahoma making their first appearances. The Senate met briefly, the House adjourned, and work proceeds on shipping, supply, and related measures as new members are sworn in.
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Washington
Tan
Watson
Georgia
Nolan
Californ
Las
W. It. Felton
Wateson
Gretow
House Ad
Uh Hubub
Felicit
Coolidrt
Gillett
Senate
House
Winifred Mason Huck
Illinois
Albee Trobtrtson
Oillahoma
Felton
Nbarg
Loleses
Dhe Senate
Eiberia
Stillman Case Reserved in Stillman Pase Appeal
The Apolunate division of the Supreme Court reserved decision on the Stillman appeal from Justice Seager in Dutchess county. The case challenges Justice Morschauser’s confirmation of a referee’s report and a judgment favoring Mrs. Stillman and Guy Urromuarity of Practice. John B. Mack defends the guardian’s stance against alleged improper conduct and scandal.
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Supreme Court
Wemen
James A. Stillman
Supreme Court Fstite
Gleason
Jnatleg
Tompkins
Iniac
Milly
Ale Stillman
Justice Sorsehausey
Mack Beales
John B. Mack
Guy's
Canada
Buuckmar
Mack
Packard Company to Pay 100 Percent Dividend
Detroit report notes Packard Motor Company declares a 100 percent dividend on common stock after a prior 20 percent payout. The move follows a surge in earnings and is aimed at stockholders of record, reflecting strong financial performance.
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Detroit
Packard Motor
Strouk
The Outstanding Giant of American Business Henry Ford
Inside story of Henry Ford profiles his revolutionary manufacturing and sales system and extraordinary business mind. Drawn from the accounts of a former associate and Ford’s intimate friend, the piece touts Ford as likely the world’s only bicentennial in business and highlights his unprecedented methods.
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Abla
Henry Ford
Iord
Ford
SS. Margu
Henry Word
Lundwers
Allies and Turkish Peace Hopes At Lausanne Conference
At Lausanne the opening plenary heard hope that peace on earth would emerge from the conference. Leaders like Curzon and Ismet Pasha spoke for delegations, while American sentiment signaled a new Europe policy as Mussolini and Venizelos watched developments amid Turkish disputes and calls for restraint.
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Laurannis
dHie
Gration
Conay
Tiichird
Stnerrigan Antes Tals
Jonaph Co 3
Seavelani
Jaront
Poincare Af Pranee
Youth Arrested Confesses Raid on Sport Store
A seventeen year old Brideport youth confessed to raiding a sport store after two months of denying pleas to spend money on weapons. He admitted stealing a Honda valued at $230 and weapons, planning voluntary restitution, and faces charges for life violation of the law. He will be arraigned in court this morning.
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Ariksedt
Honda
Pang. Inc
Aeviaanne
Sime de
Easu
Hull asserts Newberry confessed guilt in political shakeup
In Wabhing Don on November 29, Cordeli dhal of the Democratic Satintal Gemi states the resignation of Traman ff. Newberry signals a confession. The episode follows temperance victory talk as Harding praises the move and signals a broader political realignment.
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Wabhing Don
Cordeli Dhal
Satintal
Gemi
Traman Ff
Newberry
Harding
J. P. Morgan Mil In London Home
J P Morgan ill at his country home near London with a chauffeur saying he returned from London today. A circulating report claimed he planned a trip to Berlin, but no details on his illness were provided.
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J. P. Morgan Mil
London
Tgndon
J. FP. Morean
Wabford
Mr. Morgan
Berlin
Clemenceau Addresses Editors In New York Before Opera House Audience
Georges Clemenceau spoke for about fifteen minutes to a mixed audience of editors and publishers at a New York World event staged by Ralph Pulitzer. He defended France and spoke frankly on world affairs, signaling no aim to teach Americans but to explain France’s needs. He pledged to address further at the Metropolitan Opera House the next day.
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SW York
Georges Clemenceau
France
Tree
Amerie
Ralph Pulitzer
New York World
Klevencrade
Bisedes
Stonarcly Labarept
M. Glemencatu
Stephen Dons
Cremonceau Lout
Ley
Jim
New York
Thomas W. Lamont
P. Moray and Company
Clemengeau
Russell May Seeks Governor to Call Coal Price Session
Connecticut State fuel administrator Russell May indicated he may urge Governor Everett J. Lake to convene a special legislative session to empower the fuel board to set and enforce coal prices across towns. Bridgeport reports show dealers charging well above the $15.59 fair price, with claims of prices at 910.50 a ton.
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Thomas JW. Russell
Everett J. Lake
Connecticut
Russell
Bridgeport
Joel
Wailing
Mer
Skinner
Sam
Gaid
Sell
Jugsell
The
Fuel Administration
Sousi
Winunislator
Hax
Milk law breach by Vermont milk shipments in Bridgeport
Inspectors led by William J Warner and Harry E Bartran probe a captauring scheme by A and J Puzinsky of 7 Sulgwick avenues, who imported pasteurized Vermont milk through Stratford after Vernon warnings. Commissioner Holt says 130 Vermont producers’ conditions would require review to grant local pasteurization permits to Bridgeport dealers.
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Vermont
J. Puzinsky
Sulgwick Avenues
William J. Warner
State Department
Anialey
Harry E. Bartran
Board of Health
Thomas Holt
Puzinskys
Stratford
Vernon
Ing
Ilolt
Gta Hon
Bridgeport
Water Company Opposes Production of Books in Court
Attorney John A Cornell urged the commission to issue an order compelling the company to produce its books to determine stock ownership. Arthur M Marsh defended the Flydraulle company, claiming stock ownership was broad and market activity misleading. Rydmoulle Company’s broker witnesses were discussed as the market’s weakness was blamed on dividends. (Continued on Page Two.)
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Hartford
John A. Cornell
Bie Feporh T Hydraulic Company
ErSs Metchuerdiyi
Charles Cywell
Toe Mur
Awetthir Sautes
Yeas
Torday
Arthur M. Marsh
Vetorpey
Flydraulle Company
Cornell
Marsh Fot
Nig Company
Rydmoulle Company
Corneil
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Master of Rolls
de Valera
Free State
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DE Russy’s
George Sipel
Probers
Jane Gibson
Congress
Wudge
Court of Appeals
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Griggeport
Tewugras
Peage
Lord Curzon
Lausanne
Turkey
Massolini
Genito Mussolini
Thalys
Vanizelos
Formuliebe
Ismet Pastin U
Wrens Army
Hull
M. Clemenceau
Vieirs
Tiger
Metropolitan Opéra House
Water Company
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