Alfred E Veness to Be Elected Head of Council
Bridgeport Republican leaders plan to elect Alfred E Veness of the Fifth district as president of the Board of Aldermen to work in harmony with Mayor Atwater. Two Republican aldermen have pledged support, likely making Veness president when reorganization occurs. A caucus of Democrats backed Veness, with Belmare Brady and William Hogan also discussed as alternatives.
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Belmare B. Brady
William B. Hogan
Five Cent Fare Brings Increase in Norwalk Transit
Hartport Conn Nov 28 President Storrs of the Connecticut Company reports figures on the second week of the five cent trolley fare showing more passengers. Norwalk rails carried 61,442 in week two versus 56,232 the first week, marking a noticeable rise despite the fare reduction.
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Connecticut Company
Norwalk
Autos Destroyed In Barn Blaze On Warren Street
A spectacular fire gutted a two story barn behind John D. Sullivan’s home at 382 Warren Street in the night. Cars and trucks inside were damaged or destroyed with three of four vehicles scorched or enclosed. Loss efforts say several thousand dollars. Firemen gained headway after arrival.
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Attorney Charged With Receiving Bribe in Hartford Case
Hartford prosecutors accuse attorney Greenberg of New Britain of taking a 125 dollar bribe connected to a liquor business probe. The alleged wrongdoing centers on a payment tied to shipments and a pipe supplier’s activity. The matter involves multiple figures and alleged payments as part of the bribery scheme.
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Lost Battalion Leader Col Charles Whittlesey Dies at Sea
New York November 28 Col Charles W Whittlesey famed commander of the Lost Battalion and a leading war hero plunged to death from the deck of the United Fruit line Taloa en route from New York to Havana Sometime Sunday night Wireless despatches say the notes he left were directed to his father and his partner Hobart Pyne and his friends were unaware he contemplated a voyage to Macana The tragedy shocked friends and his firm WW in Wall Street as search efforts continued
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New York
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United Fruit Company
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Arbuckle Denies Charges on Stand in San Francisco
Nov 28 San Francisco. Rosene C. Johne Je describes Miss Rappe injuries at Impromptu party in Arbuckle room. Arbuckle testifies he found Rappe in bathroom, placed her on bed, later insisted she was ill. He claims no assault, details contested under cross examination. witnesses discuss party chaos and actions of attendees.
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Callahan seeks court support to recover four thousand
In a closed bankruptcy conference judge Keogh hears attorney Cullinan request immediate action to recover four thousand dollars linked to Callahan estate. Shapiro for the receiver notes secrecy for proceedings and an Friday continuation. Callahan asserts he is not involved in anything dishonorable and seeks to clarify ownership of the funds amid ongoing estate questions. The matter remains under court control with further hearings scheduled.
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Japan
Death toll rises in New Haven Rialto fire
The Rialto theatre fire in New Haven claimed five lives as Mabel Moran of Derby and Yale student Allen Keith died from burns. Also listed are Mrs. Marcella Cowan of New Haven, Harry Perrigo, and Timothy Hanlon, all residents of New Haven or nearby areas.
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Rialto Theatre
Mabel Moran
Derby
Allen Keith
Yale
Moving Picture House
Southport
Marcella Cowan
Harry D. Perrigo
Timothy J. Hanlon
Southport Youth Credited Hero Of Rialto Fire
A Southport youth is named hero for aiding escape during the Rialto theater fire in Milford. The fire injured many and prompted inquests. William L. Carroll, Rialto manager, was arrested on charges of standing room admission violations. Coroner Mix said the blaze likely started from burning incense near stage drapery.
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Margaret Iv
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Thomas Shanley
Victor Corteler
Ihia City
Moving Picture
Yale University
China to End Foreign Post Offices Agreement
Washington dispatch reports the arms conference taking first concrete step to end foreign post offices in China. Agreement ties abolition to China’s own efficient facilities and ends extra-territorial rights, with Japan to grant final approval after Tokyo consultation. | Note: Summary condensed to fit format.
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Japan
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Tokio
Elina Rapi
Far East
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South Mancharia
Local Police Launch Crusade Against Careless Drivers
Local police report a surge in enforcement after a string of careless driving incidents. Officers described heightened patrols and warnings as they step up traffic stops and joint operations to curb dangerous behavior on city streets.
Vanderlip warns Versailles endangers Europe in talk
New York banker Vanderlip told the Keen Club that the Versailles Treaty threatens Western Europe and could trigger upheaval. He urged a federalized Europe with strong American influence and warned about debts and security risks if reparations and settlements falter. Page 1 note: discussion continues on another page.
Danbury Police Conduct Raids On Liquor Saloon Row
Danbury Nov 29 Police raids by a local squadron led by Captain Layld W Bradley disrupted saloon business. Several men including Elmer Hawkins Jasper Dgtle tive John J Carrick Edward J Haight and Robert 8 Hunter were detained and released on bonds after arrests. Ash Penny faced bond forfeiture while awaiting trial. Dr D Llaigh Colla and Frank F Reean spoke at the Flying Squadron event led by Airst. Bes Joys of Bridgeport presiding.
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