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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 28, 1923

Page

17

Four Car Accidents Reported in Day Across Bridgeport

Four crashes were recorded today across Bridgeport causing serious injuries to Walter Johnson and minor injuries to another driver. Johnson, from Pullfield Avenue, was hospitalized after his car struck a stove well when another vehicle crossed Hiack Heel turnpike. A second crash involved a vehicle braking and hitting a parked car outside Mossop's garage, with the owner unidentified. A third collision on Sack Rack turnpike involved two trucks, with a fourth car strike causing further damage. Police search drivers of the gentles.

Telsman Jean- Geld Walter Johnson Bridgeport St. Vincent's Atong Hiack Heel Turnpike Jon Wallace Delonrado Tohnson Willeees Gar Tuyxis HU Johnson Wellace Juadedt Wilving Rth Apreident Im Frulpfield Todas

Land Shark Ring Victimizing Foreigners in New York Area

New York prosecutors expose a ring of real estate sharks who lure foreigners with free land inspection trips within fifty miles of the city. Agents promise a “lucky number” win but charge $49.50 in legal fees per guest, with each guest allegedly worth about $10 and secured by blanket mortgages. The scheme reportedly defrauded about 000,000 in recent years as James G. Wilson testifies before legislative investigators into immigration exploitation.

New York James G. Wison Wilson Sud Blanket Morgage Marten

Candidates for garage job questioned in early session

Wyre and others faced inquiry as the commission met at night to review who qualified for the superintendent post. James Ballantyne and seven other seekers were set for further discussion later in the week amid resignations and a push to fill the slot as labor increases.

James T Cooper Gioiee Sentral Commission Tre Commission James Ballanty Eighth District Republican Club Thaty Waltaam Behrens Cooper Shela Ehat James Sons Tors Lallantyne Suopar Brederink Woliares Ryt Jing George Schellinger Thums Pi McDonald

Crazed Sweetheart Kidnaps Girl and Starts Mad Drive

A distraught man takes a girl during a chaotic incident, driving toward a distant retreat for observation. The affair involves Miss Wheaton and a reluctant companion, with police and local officials investigating claims of coercion and threats. The suspect, identified as White, has a family history in the area and ties to a Chautauqua group.

Man Disappears After Drinking Bad Liquor in Water Street

A man identified as Conlon J. disappears after heavy drinking in Water Street on a Saturday night. He reportedly drank whiskey masqueraded as liquor, suffered memory loss and disorientation, and wandered away from home without explanation. Family worries as police investigate possible amnesia or injury.

Worie William J. Centon Gomon Water Street Phys Hong Distillers W. Ih Oi Tts Conlon Ais

Waterbury Street Thieves Take $468 in Holdup

In Waterbury two men robbed a local couple of 468 dollars as the wife stood by. The holdup occurred on Fine Street as the pair demanded money and fled with the cash while the husband and wife were unable to resist. Police chief Volto Garg chaired the investigation and initiated a manhunt for the suspects.

Waterbury Street Waterbury Bridgeport Sydine Ania Lo Bury Ata Danny Pune Agulkse Lyhiro Audi

School changes may raise costs, Havens fears

President Havens of the board warns that proposed changes could raise costs and scrutiny. officials expect reports within days on adoption and impact. The discussion includes preparing for tie reductions and budget implications as changes move toward approval.

Gost Pres Havens

Obituary notices for Callahan and others in local burials

A list of funeral services and interments for Julia A Callahan and several others is given. Details include times, church names, and cemeteries such as St Paschal Baylon St Michaels, St Rachael's, Lakeview, and others. Names mentioned include Joseph Williams, Andis Hers vert, Tina Rone, Mra Ball, Joseph Beckwith, Marry Steadwell, Alice Bringside Brewsutt, Loy Mia, and multiple addresses.

Oratorio Society Autumn Concert Tuesday Evening

The Oratorio Society plans its autumn concert Tuesday with rehearsals led by conductor Tu Kasehay and chorus director Mees Shere. Local guests and audience members attended recent rehearsals at Bridgeport venues as the society prepares for a well received performance featuring a blend of voices and orchestral accompaniment.

Tu Kasehay Aututher Wayne Paul Aubeuse America Bridgeport Devia Te Gene Tresiday le Bridge Quan

Albert Forged 70 Return Portfolio Headlines Turmoil

Fragmented OCR reports a chaotic scene about Albert and a government shakeup. Mentions a president, attempted formation of a new government, and an ensuing power struggle amid uncertainty and resignations. Names and places are unclear due to garbled text.

Nervous youths tied to string of stealth thefts police say

Four young men linked to a fledgling crime spree face $200 cash bonds as police reveal a planned robberies plot. Joseph Sinaguglla 22, Richard Truly 18, Anthony Luckuyer 19, and Vito Ardito 24 confessed to shoplifting and plotting a larger crime against storekeepers. A revolver and cartridges were found at Sinaguglla’s home. None are charged with holdups, but investigators say they planned to strike “at age” street targets amid nervous, inexperienced actions. Police recovered stolen tires and a revolver. The suspects were arrested on Monday and Tuesday after officers spotted them with stolen goods and discussing plans to rob.

Minh Joaenh Sintrugha Ald Walinge Street Richard Truly Madison Avenues Anthony Luck Yeur Poles Pequonaogle Street Vito Ardito Pequonnock Street Sinaguglla Daniel A. Mc. Fpadden Detective Bureau Jim Ein Street Simagugna Malin Atgeet Stnagugna

England Hears American Radio Station Broadcast

London reports from Nov 2 show British listeners thrilled by last night's American radio broadcast. The London Ealing telephone exchange was jammed with long distance calls as residents tried to confirm perfect reception. Officials say two way transmission awaits December to assess potential benefits.

London America Aixe Sianapairt Aveorss Nikersley Beanting’ Company Apnight

Hartford Radio Reaches Bowdoin in Historic Message

Hartford reports a remarkable amateur radio link to Bowdoin College. The message traveled 660 miles via Prince Rupert and Greenland, setting a new distance record in eastern radio communication as Major Mott’s station relayed the signal through Bowdoin amid weather and interference challenges.

Hartford Lima Bord Phelps Donat Lawrence Matt Setinh Greanland Mott Pihat Ely Prince Rupert Olumbia Ameariana Ladley League Lowdoin Maghiad

Man Falls From Auto Injuring Shoulder in Incident

Batol Morris of TWF Madison avenue fell from an auto after a sharp run on Madison last night, suffering a probable shoulder fracture and was taken to St. Vincent's hospital by Dr. A B Margulis. Walter Johnson of 18th Wallfield avenue was thrown from an overturned vehicle on Black Row turn, with painful lacerations and reported in good condition at St. Vincent's hospital.

Batol Morris Madison Avenue St. Vincent's Hospital A. B. Margulis Walter Johnson Wallfield Taxt

Town That Would Have Delighted Roosevelt

A river of newborns fills local families as birth records show multiple seventh and ninth children. Citizens including the Walsh, Gant, Oslenar, Belmonte, and Toth households report large broods, with certificates listing Emma Louise and others among nine or more siblings living at home.

Yatreteld Troy JRL USL Louig Coppola Vair Mont Avenue Gietana Colorata Michael Belmonte Issack Boek Turnpike Sidney Faward Iackenson Cornell Street Minstlie Emma Louise Ernest Karman Toth Karina Toth Eunabeth Jennie Frank Jource Tarker Westport Turnpike Jane Charlies F. Risindt Bronkvlew Avenue Slepnen

Last Minute Subscriptions To Carry Drive over Top

Community Chest headquarters continued receiving contributions to the Lu24 fund with an expected total near 9,490 pounds, short of a target 860,000. The list names numerous donors including Peter J. Randall Bartholomow and W. C. Willam Carrel among many others, reflecting broad local support for the welfare drive.

Lu24 Peter J Randall Bartholomow W. C Willam Carrel Joseph Cat Yer Toseph Tdunnesl Ye Meek Foley S. Heekimin Charles J. Mitchcock Frederck Keller Warl J. Kohler Conrad J. Kohler Prank Linning Frederick Lynes Henry Noviry Howard Sherwood Frank G. Well H. Burnek WG. Bigney C. Dippala Byerltt Puller Weisener Tis He Anderson Frank A. Butley L Bailey Willem CO. Bloie Burton BE. Rin Arthur RK Fendicote John Joseph Plinell Dosepiy Lester George Mayer Charles Myer Jamen P. Nighalson Michel Pistay John F Ruddy Fred Wats Edivin P. Adama Richard Bowden Widhim J. Fale Jon Edward FP Heid John J. Linnang Joseph J. Manfredi Josep J. Richter Guntay Ryan & Sexton Bearepombie May Capper Clarke Susilo Bewin Roach Madeline V. Bar Petur Avilie Trving Mansell 1. A. Merson Martin J. Hayden William Hansen Joseph N. Calcaterra Cornglin Lathrop Great Northern and Facific Grocery Co Joseph Hy Foward Voter Duwe Stephen M. A. Scialtino Joseph Small W. P. Allengio Conn Webb Helart Anne Stewe Lockwood Edna Green Ratleey Atarion Rinston Teussall Bridgeport Joy Colin J. Kersey Cmnk Police Frank Kazy Fay Crareiever Michael Saulaais David Oid Zhang Gan Mina Moxts W. A Are Ge Atay Prucne Aliss Heber Blakemuan Fleshig J. Willjommann Fass Percy Tyfilet Welding Shop Ehelman John Tyl Park City Caprice Works Willian le Tearm Wheeler Mr New Maven Dairs Edward A. Warner A. B. Teolhsche A. T. Fleming Paul Dieta Friend Atrs van S Williams Welen Mary Faliovich

Dr Ematrado Named Secretary of Board

Jir Haven Nov 27 The Connecticut Eclectic Examin ing Board debated to fill the vacancy on the board caused by the death last spring of Dr Elliott H Mitesh of Mansfield Center who was secretary of the board at the time of his death and whose position was filled by Dr James A Christian of Fairfield It was understood that the position was temporary and a nominee of the board was chosen

Jir. W. R. N. Haven James A. Christian Fairfield Ematrudo Elliott H., Mitesh Mansfield Center Christian C Jan Land Wag Foy Daz Ollie

Burlesque and film bill mix at New Lyric and Dawe theatres

Hur t Seamon presents Step On Te at New Lyric with Niblo and Helen Spencer plus ten principals and 18 chorus girls, aided by Horace Goldin illusions. The Pace of the King a photoplay at Dawe features Blanche Sweet and Edmund Lowe in a medieval love epic with a villainous cast and a grand palace setting.

Niblo Helen Spencer Hurt Seamon New Lyric Theatre George Nibla Welen Spencer Nibla Gow Adnte Verguson St.3 California Juanita Miretel JJ Hart Marty Seamon Horace Goldin Radio Pm Marton Crawford Hove Dawe Blonrhe Sweet Dolores Rera~ Inc Edmund Lowe Repute Don Joan Pauling Starke Neyym McMein Ines Dalares Hobart Bosworth General Mendoza Mercury Sam Gragsa Prince John Robin Hood

Special Policeman Threatened by Rowdy Theatre Crowd

Special Policeman Dworlun faced threats after arresting a youth for rusty behavior at the Empire theatre Mali Street 388. The youth 14 identified as Conroy claimed a farm home street address and said he was assaulted weeks earlier. city court officials report efforts by special patrols to curb rowdyism in theatres after multiple disturbances.

Dworlun Empire Theatre Mali Strest

Clothesline thief surprised at work

A thief in the vicinity of the Fayerweather Yacht Club quarters attempted thefts at night. Mrs Andrews reports clothing taken from her house, and Albert Smith claims his motor boat was robbed of coats. Howard Stevens saw a thief reach in and seize a coat and other items from an open window at the White Rose bakery on Housietodie Avenue.

FC Laurel White Rose Housietodie Dvenue

General George H. Ford Dies in New Haven Gray

Gen George H Ford a longtime New Haven Gray’s leader dies at home mid afternoon He survived by Mrs Minnie Graves Ford long a prominent public figure in city and state He was born Milford Conn in 1622 descendant of Thomas Ford Sr and era of early colonial migrants. details of arrival and family linked to ships and Mary and John Ford 1622.

New Georgy Hare Ford Minnie Graves Ford General Ford Prominon Milford Conn Thak Thomas Ford New England Ahip Mary Jjohn

Man Arrested After Threat to Shoot Wife at Home

Senniro was arrested early today at 474 Main Street after threatening to shoot his wife. Police charged him with breach of peace and possession of dreama revolver found unloaded in his home. bonds set at $200.

Aliny Polies

Husted Named Charities Commissioner Amid City Politics

Harry E. Husted, secretary and manager of the Chy Ise and Cowl comjaiDy, was tipped for Charities Commissioner as Mayor Fr. William Behrens succeeded the Board of Charities. Bee had six years on the Board of Apportionment and Taxation via appointments of former Mayor Ut. jford B. Whitson.

Harry E. Husted William Behrens Board of Charities Bee Mayo Ut Jford B. Whitson

Radical convict Carlo Tresca found guilty in New York

News report from New York states radical agitator and Italian editor Carlo Tresca was found guilty by a four-member jury of using the mails to disseminate obscene material. The verdict could lead to sentencing under federal law.

New York Carlo Tresca UW Muretto Podermi Court Tomar von

Tax Abatements Stir City Council Action

City Auditor Berner Keating told the Common Council chamber that tax abatements threaten to become a serious issue as at least 100 abatements have been granted over the last two meetings. He said the board of aldermen is doing the work of the board of assessors and questioned whether the tax collector will meet the year’s appropriations. Only about 86 percent of taxes have been collected so far, with roughly $790,000 still due before April. Unpaid debts from the apportionment were discussed as efforts to recover the funds proceed. Items listed include Charles Lewis of the Oyster Ground Commission and Hubbell Codamage claims against the city and the board.

Berner Keating Common Council City Hell Keating Tax Board Charles Lewis Oyste Com

Governor Templeton Telegraphed Reply on Farm Conditions

A telegram from Governor Templeton to Fulton Curler, supervising editor of Metropolitan Magazine, responds to an inquiry about alleged campaigning conditions at the State Farm for Women. The governor urges focusing on righteousness and distinguishing fact from hearsay as the magazine conducts its private investigation.

Uartford Norv America Templeton Metropolitan Magazine Fulton Curler

Humane Society Holds Collie Dog Found Safe

The humane society reports a collie dog found by a passerby near a fence line. The dog was confused but fed and cared for until its owner arrived four days later. the animal recovered and awaits reunification with its master.

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