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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 26, 1923

Page

6

Milford Inn Keeper Charged With Liquor Violation

Milford police arrested inn keeper Gus Garaventa and associate Elersy Cooper at the Twin Avenue Walpul ch on Sunday morning for illegal liquor sales. Garaventa and Cooper were released on bonds and are to appear in Kane Town court Monday. A related case involved James K. Reval Star from Far View Beach, cited for driving with a suspended permit.

Milford J. Mc Maher Aul Xelive Avenn Naugatuck Avenue Walpulch Ida Gus Garavemta We Wilter Elersy Cooper Mayer Lach Kane Town Court Ore Garaventa Evis Res Reval Star Far View Beach Leo Carro Stare Wile Ap. Wate

Several to face Westport court on auto cases

Local brief reports that multiple parties will be arraigned in Westport Town Court tomorrow before Judge Joseph Adama on drunkenness and related charges. Names and addresses are listed from Stamford New York areas, with scattered details about the incidents and prior actions.

Westport Court

Milfordites Face Personal Tax Delinquency Totals

Milford authorities report about 1800 residents owe personal taxes with final notices issued on delinquency. Collections action moves toward court with Tax Collector Talley and assistant preparing warrants and cases for Judge Platt.

Milford Burglars Enter House in Night Theft

Milford Nov Special to the Telegram reports a burglary at a residence on a Saturday night or early morning. A window entry loosened a bank of stamps and assorted papers. Officers noted signs of cake consumption and items moved, with suspects described as possibly local youths.

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Berkshire and Botsford 10 Get Electric Service

Special to the Telegram reports plans to extend electric service to Berkshire and Botsford, with Senator Philo Tati and Representative Levi L. Moorly evaluating the project. Henry G. Curtis of Berkshire and Crowe, Keane & Co. of Botsford discussed plant expansion, line extension, and anticipated future towns to receive power, as officials aim to supply Sandy Hook homes soon.

Sewtows Mewsvex Feutrer Dantary & Bethel Suser Railway Company Uly Philo i Tati Levi JL Moorly Berksidee Sandy Fink Walnut Tree Bi Willin Henry G. Curtis Berkatire Crowe Keane Bation Company Botxford Avele Road Senagor Platt Newtown Henry Ch. Curtis Rerksiive Growe J. Keane Crowe, Keans Button Company Tes Condeconscous Berishire Bolafor

Bishop Acheson Confirms 18 At Southport Church Feat

Bishop Acheson of the Episcopal diocese confirms eighteen at Southport Church in a ceremony listing the confirmands. The service included numerous youths and mentions of church members dedicating their faith during the rite.

Acheson Southport

Devon Groups Plan Meetings and Holiday Fund Drive

Devon Improvement Association to hold regular meeting at the club house Monday night to discuss plans for a Christmas fund drive aiding needy children. Devon Teachers Association meets Tuesday. election of officers to be nominated at the club house with J. Doherty touted as likely successor. Mrs Thayer leaves Walnut Beach for Massachusetts. Parent Teachers Association to meet Friday afternoon for final schoolhouse session. Devon Union Sunday School plans a Christmas pageant and the scholars will perform a cantata titled Santa Claus.

Devon de Telesram Pocahontas Borsford Hall Yuletide Secia George II, Wood Estdeeport Devon Alntetle Association Evon Yoetenton J. Doherty Thayer Pis Mra Thomax Moody Beachwood Avenue Walnut Beach Resi‘dence Maasachusetts Parent-teachers

Fire Destroys Fairfield Farmhouse Savings

A house on the Jennings estate near Fairfield burned, destroying the home and $230 in life savings kept in a bureau drawer. Charles Andrey Carlos, a farm laborer, and his family fled the blaze with only the clothes on their backs as the fire started from an overheated stove in the kitchen. Local fire crews battled the flames, but the structure and most belongings were lost.

Jennings Fairfield Grasmere Charles Andrey Carlos Maines Avo Simalpchndess Imrpas Lbic Miusneraby Fatrileta Aydre Tod

Two Arrested by Justice After Long Hill Smash

In WWNG WELL on Nov 23 Justice Nat dal ordered Eula and Davis of Bridgeport held after a head-on near the Vong road. One man attempted to repair a vehicle at Peter Bandsl's home, leading to a crash that drew the judge's action and both men were remanded pending further court appearances.

Peter Bandsl Davis Bridgeport Brakéx Yaad Natdal Arbast Devig Anaver Hoenne

Greenwich Priest Pliny Cooney Seriously Ill

Father Pliny Cooney of St. Mary’s Ronan Cadicle church in Greenwich is seriously ill with pneumonia. Bartow Brooks of New York City is called in for consultation to save the priest. Traffic on East and West Hin streets to Louis Avenue is closed to preserve necessary services.

Maedraonia Princeton Lpi Cooney St. Mary's Ronan Cadiclle Qong Sumvien Che Hight Iwi Jmursea Conatani Bartow Brooks New York City Father Cooney Louis Avenue Hewig Whrierburs

Prominence of Gladys and a Colonel in Governor's Circle

The Philadelphia Public Ledger recalls a scene where Gladys, daughter of a colonel on the Governor's staff, sees him in uniform at a nocturnal function. The child asks how she liked her father in uniform, the colonel praises her, and she retorts that they were mean to deny her a dream to play out.

Gladys Philadelphia Public Ledger

Irish Volunteer Rescues Man in Sudden Accident

An Irish man named Pat risks injury to save a tro man during an accident near a riverbank. He lands with force on the ladder and sustains heavy bruising before a doctor pronounces him brave yet modest. The incident draws praise for Pat's courage from onlookers.

Pat Mayba

Greenwich Probate Judge Wins Fifth Term in Office

Greenwich probate judge Stephen L. Radford wins another term as Judge of Probate. A respected local figure, he trained at New York University and Yale Law, served on the draft board, and held various Greenwich legal roles. He is active in local freemasonry and social organizations. His wife Besele Tryseel is from Greenwich prominence. their son Jesse attends Wesleyan College as a sophomore.

Connecticut Geeenwich Radford Af Achgla Lodge A. F. Yds Lockwood Ington ML Vford Greenwich Wesome Greenwich Lodge Ika Greenwich Barrascela Besele Tryseel Charles WW. Tiseell Beahmin Th Ruaeol Pltliens Gary Dare Jesse Radford Hola Gradi Reehicheh High Schaut Ard Phomore Wesleyen College

Arrest Man for Selling Tobacco to Young Boys

Stamford Nov 5 Special The police arrested C Thanis keylet owner of a grocery at Ledar and Ludiow streets on charges of selling liquor and cigarettes to boys. A boy about 12 years old witnessed a man purchase items and the suspect was taken to police headquarters under $750 bonds for appearance before Judge Samuel Rating tomorrow in city courts.

Toomorrow Samuel ‘Rating

Stepney Workers Invite Members To Church Social

Stepney workers issue invitations for a social gathering at the church parlors on Saturday evening. The notice, signed by secretary Mary Irma Nit, references the Willan Ryan farm sale and other local house movements and changes in the community.

Stepney Stepniry Viety Bantt Miey Irma Willan Ryan Farm Slale Voorg Ime Dee Ryan Rouse Ter Osborn Canaan Twin Lakes Ava Beardstew and Frark Cartan Haye Chariton Maas Joyce Hax Theodors Green Long 3

Local notices and society updates from Ivar Avenue area

Lordship W. W. Thome of Ivar Avenue ill with a Pearlville clock condition improved. Mrs. Richard Near and daughter Miss Lili Near leave for New York to spend the holidays with Trlenst. Stratford Fire Company No. 1 drilled Thursday evening at the Wyehouse. The Woman’s Auxiliary held a program meeting at the seat Mrate Josapa Reynolds Thursday afternoon. Miss Moore, foreign worker in the Second Booney anarch gave a talk on Americanization experiences among the satiana. Mrs. Albert S. Anderson sang a group et Ronge Homer and Hugo Walt Atier attended. Refreshments served. Next meeting December ac t the home of Mrs. Groton on Grove at rest.

Thome Ivar Avenue Richard Near Lili Near New York Trlenst Stratford Fire Company Wyehoure Auaillavyy Loriship Josapa Reynolds Miss Moore Booney

Norwalk Arrests For Lascivious Curtilage

In Norwalk at 2 a m Toney Thompson of Port Power Street and Sule Johnson of South Norwalk were arrested for lascivious curtilage near a drop in Johnsen yard. Thompson posted $300 bond while Johnson remained held pending further action.

Norwalk Toney Thompson Bort Pow! Street Sule Johnson South Norwalk the Johnsen Thompson Wan Seleeaég Didar

Milford Hospital Drive For Funds Three Days

Milford plans a three day fund drive led by local volunteers to raise donations for the hospital. Donors can drop items at town public arrivals or give to school children collecting on route, with canned goods and vegetables requested. volunteers coordinate telephone ads to assist.

Milford Mov Hares Cheney Mies Avs Putney

Williams of Westport Dies Victim of Cancer

Special to Westport Telegram reports William Williams a hat factory worker turned Avery and taxi operator died early this morning of cancer. Survived by three sons Dr. Robert Williams Hartford Theo and Vincent Williams a sister Mrs. Willenherst Williams of Bridgeport and brothers George R Williams of Norwalk and Charles Williams employed in Norwalk. Funeral and burial details listed. service at Church of the Sympton with interment at King Street Cemetery.

Westport Willamy Williaham Ager Ratuch Canonicitr Wiltams Ig Thesa Wits Robert Williams Hartford Teo Vincet WI M Ge Willenherst Williams Bridgeport George R. Witenvs Charles Bh. Willan Norwalk Wen Avery and Taxi Lt Wealper HLS Ghureh Buri King Atreet

Norwalk Gops Detained in Drunkenness Arrests

Several arrests were made for drunkenness in Norwalk as police broke up a party at Mrs. Anna Hamilton’s home on Water Street. Suspects include George Myon held on $150 bond for breach of peace, intoxication, and resisting an officer. Others named “Woody” Austin and Lol Bitager are jailed on similar charges. Mrs Hamilton and her son Edward are held on $180 bond for breach of the peace and intoxication. Justice hearing set for Monday before Judge Vosburgh.

Norwalis George Myon Fe Belaé Beld Woody" Austin

Stumped Cord Curzon Question Revealed in Tale of Tra

An excerpt from Tale of Tra by Lord von recounts Cord Curzon being asked a riddle about ages and succession by Heng Chang during a staged photo session. The dialogue touches on Emperors, their six sons, and personal marriage status in a cryptic exchange.

Cureton Oy Heng Chang Von

Edwin Button seeks legal change amid misquoted pleas

Fragmentary text shows Edwin Button appealing to the Supreme Court for permission to change his note. The source mentions unnamed friends causing him embarrassment and a disruption of social status, with references to a boat and a controversial incident. No clear dates or full names are confirmed.

Newark to Assist Milford in Plans for Treat Park

Milford plans to form a Robert Treat Memorial association with Newark Chamber support. A Finance Committee led by General Ford and George M. Cuon will raise funds, coordinating with notable figures from Newark, Milford, and New York. The Newark Chamber has invited Milford to a November 30 meeting to discuss financial backing and project outlines for the fall 1324 celebration.

Milford Specter Robert Treat Ford Honbrery George M. Cuon Afilford Heres EB. Brookes Ansonio Herriet CG. Warren New Haven J. F. Naany New Charles A. Categon Newark Noody Arthur Blark Simon Lake Mifords Mre N. M. Pond New York Messrs Gunn Warren, Downs and Clark Brooks American Brass Company Whis Carrigan Ropert Treat Hotel Corporation of Pond Tale Anance Committee Treat Newark Chamber of Commerce Ainner Ceek 1 Trowbridge

Easton Whist Social Features Local Celebrations

Easton residents hosted a Thanksgiving week of games and gatherings at multiple homes, with a Whist party, prizewinners named, and guests from Bridgeport and nearby towns. The event included an afternoon of cards, a pink and green luncheon, and birthday celebrations for a local resident.

Salesman Held On Embezzlement Count

Walter Ayrault of Huntington is to be arraigned in New Flavor City court tomorrow on a charge of embezzlement. The alleged scheme involved improper collections at 4108, with no proper accounting.

Walter Ayrault Ilty Court Ananda

Stratford Man to Be Tried in Westport

Stratford man Henry Hennin will be tried tomorrow by Judge Joseph Adams in Westport on charges of reckless driving after his car struck Donald McDonald of Waterbury and John Knahlin of Fairfield Avenue. Both injured men were taken to Newwalk hospital. Hennin’s case has been postponed several times awaiting their recovery.

Westport Strucls Rank Hennir Stratford Joseph Adams Hewes Donald McDonald Waterbury John Knahlin Fairefield Avenue Newwalk Hospital

Trumbull Fire Dept Debuts New Chemical Engine Parade

Nov 25 the Trumbull Fire Department celebrated the new chemical engine with a rain-shortened parade and inspection by Bridgeport Assistant Chief Beardslee. speakers from General Electric praised the apparatus and urged district cooperation, followed by a radio concert and refreshments hosted by members’ wives.

Trumbull Chet Beardsley Farmer General Electric Company General Electric Ali Tha Bayard Selaywood Stratford Leonard Hawley Edwin Evittts Misa Albert Relmer Breidgeport Charles Evitts Evelyn French Mise Phrils Walker Lacy Hil Charles Paul Daniels Farms Grange Hall Grandma's E. L. Tucker

Ridgefield observes American Education Week at Memorial School

Ridgefield on November 25 observed American Education Week at Memorial School. Students studied the constitution preamble as “Constitution Day,” recited the poem Jove of Country, read The Man Without a Country, and held discussions on the teacher’s role and literacy. Visitors included local residents and families during the week.

Ridgefield Savenir Benjamin Franklin Publi D. Basneut Joseph Roberts Georges J. Racktivell Airs Fred Scofield Hayriot G. W. Neth Wm. Cargon Mira C.D. Nash Harry Bennett and Son C. A. Walket

Lyons Plains Auxiliary Meets in Weston Gathering

Weston November 25 Special to the Telegram. The Lyons Plains auxiliary met Thursday with Mrs. Thomas Treadwell. George Adams plans a hunting trip in Winsted. Mr. and Mrs. John Woader of Stratford recently visited Bradley Street. An addition is being built on Mrs. Allee Biernhland’s Elivhen estate. Mrs. David Coley spent Wednesday with Mrs. F. L. K. Perris. Thomas W. Treadwell is quite ill with blood poisoning. Mrs. Henrietta Brown is seriously ill.

Weston Lyons Plainn Thomas Treadwell George Adams Winsted John Woader Stratford Bradley Street F& Belns Allee Birehland David Coley FL KK. Perris Thomas W. Treadwell Henrietta Brown

Pokong Grange elects A Royce US new master

At the Pokong Grange regular meeting in Refoyee hall the officers for the coming year were chosen. Arthur R Joyce over st élite Camp was named master with George Cammis as lecturer and Clarence Anderson as assistant steward. Other officers include Kenneth Wildman chaplain Miles Labys treasurer Arthur Peterson secretary Willan H Blackman Ceres Mia Ada Benedict Pomona Lillian O Weeks lay assistant steward Clarence Jones on the lay executive committee. A health play by Iron Works School pupils at Altssian church Tuesday evening to raise funds for equipment. Funeral of Mrs Sarah Joyes held at her home with interment at Germann AMrea. Various local residents noted in attendance.

Trrookfield Iron Works Altssian Church Selock Arch School Sarah Joyes Daniel D. Joyce Luther N. Pores Willem B. Wets Clarence H. Vroman Edmund Wejana Merritt M. Clark Amrea Cornelia State Temaber Gilbert and Bennett School Georgetown Mra Biel Henry

Ely Cream Balm Relief for Cold Symptoms

An old promotional piece touts Ely Cream Balm for quick head cold relief. It claims cleansing nostrils, easing swollen membranes, and clearing the head with a nasal antiseptic cream from a druggist, promising instant relief and better breathing.

Catarch

Gland Treatment Restores Health Says Robert Laws

Robert George Laws, a retired London broker, claims glandular tablets revived his health at age 72, saying they restore vigor of youth. The ad touts Giandogen, a glandular tonic from young animal glands, available at Hindle Deve Store and via mail order with prompt attention.

Robert George Laws London Laws Clandogen Hindle Deve

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