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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1922
Page
12
Frank K. Hine, 53, longtime general supervisor for the Ferguson Interests on Fishvers Island Illinois, died at New London Hospital Saturday night after an operation. Native of Milford and Yale Sheffield Scientisti graduate class of 1898.
The report states that Irvin S. Cobb, noted writer, was promoted to major in the Officers’ Corps, with confirmation of the rank in the military division and World War II service noted as part of the official dispatches.
Representative Kilpatrick of this city plans to file a bill at the January General Assembly session amending the present statute to vest authority over jitneys and routes with the Public Utility Commission, then transferring power to the mayor, city council, and town selectmen. He is drafting the bill and aims to file before the session opens, arguing local conditions require a tailored approach rather than a uniform statewide rule.
Police hold Bernard J. Cargan of Tridgenam for non support of his wife and son. Missing since September 1946, Cargan was last seen working in nearby neighborhoods, with authorities continuing inquiries on 125th Street in New York.
A card party is planned at the Harry W. Congdon Post American Legion home on Golden Hill Street this evening. Committees are led by Nicholas Bayres FP. Tt Goerig Lana E Driscoll and others.
The Rev Dr Edson Theissnidier, pastor of the church in Stamford, resigns to pursue study at a California school. A Tufts graduate, he came to the congregation seven years ago after previous pastorates.
The Y M C A Boys Department launches a five week membership drive aiming for a 109 percent rise in members. Four teams compete for ages eight to sixteen, with captains Warsinski Mebbard Oppel and Clark leading juniors and seniors. Prizes include sweaters and tickets to Camp Mazen, with a banquet closing the contest.
A recount appeal over the Enfield probate judge race was scheduled for December 1 at 10 a.m. in Me Superior Court. Philip Sullivan of Thompsonville, the Democratic candidate, filed the petition against Charles Wowolds, the current probate judge, with votes counted late after the November 7 election.
Reported fragmentary OCR describes a December term of court to hear murder charges involving named individuals. It mentions Judge Newel Jompos Ateeeh and several defendants tied to a Winchester area homicide case, with various kin and associates named in unclear order.
The Board of Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting in the afternoon with advance notice of the holiday and ongoing business. The meeting will cover proposed agendas and reports, with time for public comment and decisions on routine items.
Taxicabs used for Yale game transportation were subject to payment of taxes. Drivers who failed to pay were reported to revenue officials. delinquents faced penalties up to $7,000.
Obituaries recount services and burial plans for Antonio Minati at Holy Rosary Church and SS Michael's Cemetery, and for several others including Cart Ose strom, Frank J. Aline, Jane Halliwell, and Marie S. Weimer. Details note service times, burial locations, and survivors, with bodies sometimes sent to New York or Milford.
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