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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1923

Page

18

Local court fines and jail for multiple liquor and driving offenses

A report from New Haven area jails details numerous cases. Defendants include Al Moriarity fined 200 plus costs for a liquor raid. Clarence Bennett jailed ten days after a coronial hearing. Peter Guyver and Mary Masel testified on intoxication. Adolph Roshamer charged with reckless driving. Other drivers faced fines for spurious markers, careless operation, and passing on the wrong side, with several appeals noted.

Dsr Clarence BK Teddy H Cresk Peter Guyver New Haven Arthur J. Kenneth Wlit Mary Masel New Tryed Alex Zapstaryniuk Ian AL McCloud Ewark Neda Qrivet Harry Bachrach New Tver Metcalf Wime Arthur Defeenas Bridgeport Bonayes Wuld Humistead Sly Samuel Nickerson Elwood

Old-Time Offices Still Survive in Milford Town

In Milford Oct 4 the Board of Selectmen all reelected at the biennial election were sworn in for two years by Jailor W. Platt. Marty M. Merwin chairs the board with L. Doherty and Edward B. Brothers reappointed. The major action was appointing minor town officers for the present administration, with eighteen appointments made and most incumbents retained.

Milford Town Caplain S Ee Welington Bristol Ebert A. Suarh A. B. Dixon Fred J Pinte Agar T. Clark Calvin T. Brown John T

Stubbed Toe Breaks Leg in Norwalk Accident

Shillyay Cer of Bury Avenue reports a broken foot after stubbing at Norwalk's Regent Theatre area. He fell on the sidewalk, was helped by friends, and taken to Norwalk Hospital where X rays confirmed a broken limb. He will be home for several weeks as he recovers.

Westporn Shillyay Bury Avenue Norwalk Erdag West Avenue Regent Theatre Hon Ireimber Shalvey Andrew Davey Main Street Ollivar Uae Stile Health Department Suspers Johnson Stanley Hf. Osborne

New Stratford Plans Move Forward for High School

Stratford officials discuss building a new high school and issuing a $250,000 bond after approval by Legislature and voters. The School Board also backs a school savings plan, to be optional for families, with cooperation from Stratford Trust Company and local banks. Monday council meeting expected to renew leadership and committees for two years.

Stratford Board of Education Webare Finance Counci Ac & Trelock Upuneil Woris Giarledi Council Board of Edtigation Meriden Providence Sk. 1 Stratford Trust Company Whine Bank Connell Bonalé Sammis Chrairman Nias

Westport Town Court hears cases and schedules events

Westport reports three town court cases since July 1 as Deputy Judge Joseph Adams and Priv secular Jddavard i Bradles prepare for An' cryes. Meanwhile a Hiltons wen party is planned, Boy Scouts may join the Y.M.C.A. boys department, and local exhibits at the Danbury Fair draw large crowds. The Wentport jainkend Tense company’s new building progresses, a meeting seeks Scouts’ program changes, and Philadelphia speaker J Henry Scallergood to lecture on Européan situation at the M C A on October 1.

Westport Speek Joseph Adams Priv Jddavard i. Bradles M. Dassen Tanierfont Teats Conpo Yenus Uolov C Town Ealy Danbury Westport Jay Charles J. Quigley Hotel Square Boy Scouts Swibpary Ihe Henly Wentport Jainkend Phwii Improveement Association J. Henry Scallergood Philadelphia Mr. Scallergood France Ruhr

Trumbull Club Elects Officers for Coming Year

Trumbull on Oct 4 reports the Trumbull Club meeting at President Mrs Frederick Gaoner home. Officers elected include President Mrs Gustave Wothekers Vice President Mrs Herman Strobel Treasurer Albert Christie and Secretary Mrs Alte Guin Rae. Twelve other appointments made for year ahead.

Trumbull Club Trumbull Frederick Gaoner Wrdnonxdicy Estarnoan Mra Guative Wotehrrs Ateo EL Wma Beer Herman Strobet Albert Christie Alte Guin Rae Nike Elkege Wnty Mra Louis Matthiws Bre Ide Man Strobel Ars Albert Cyriscle Bridgeport Aes D. Tesynolis Tillan Bruisminde Village Improvement Society Roward S. Beach Sebastian Spetthers Ark Christopher C. Wellents Oho Danbury Junnia Brinsmnde Bridgepork

Ridgefield Man Sentenced to 30 Days for Peace Breach

Ridgefield man Mead was sentenced to 30 days in jail for breach of the peace by Justice Samuel Noneie. The term was suspended on promise to refrain from trouble. He faced additional charges for disturbances and threats to a police officer, with related local notices and births reported.

Ridgefield Ridgemielt Brikeesiegial George Med Samuel m Noneie Mead Ernest Cl. Wilsons Steader Palleemean Hier Grimie Aumater Thomas Glyn Danbury Hospital Sehnol Wittoe Wow Marion Nash Dubeiyi J. A Byroi

Fairfield PATRIA OD Gl 4-oG Speciaty Tie Telescam

Local notices describe tomorrow’s town events and meetings. Citizens gather for civic groups, church activities, and school happenings. Highlights include a veterans service, a theatre guest, football action, a freshman dance, and the Knox Improvement Society meeting with election results to be announced.

Patria Sulecinen Ala Vine Rhode Byron Deraey Sherman Ameai Wan Legon Greentoly St. Michael’s Church

Fairfield Pastor Preaches First Lemon Fair

A Fairfield pastor from the Binat Church of Congregational will preach at a lemon fair on Saturday and again Sunday. He will be out of town for several weeks and a formal welcome reception is unlikely for months.

Pairfield Oet Rspeuia Eran Binat Churet Ag Mulyuieddenter

New Haven Republicans May Nominate Woman for Mayor

The New Haven Republican group considers nominating Mrs. Tlenev AY Townsend for mayor. Party leaders praise her civic work, including library board service and leadership in the League of Women Voters, and will present her name at the upcoming convention on October 2.

New Haven Fred Wyorhurman Publeah Tlenev Townsend Miles Tejon Mu Wirasetta Tawa Library Board Mayer Sile Goraia League of Wane Volors

Dr Wales site 10 Monroe for fire house plan

Dr Wales donors a tract of land on 10 Monroe for a new fire house. Town officials propose funding and a vote to authorize construction by the fire department. Community committees and local residents discuss the plan amid other civic items at the meeting.

Body Found Near Tracks Amid Turbulent Night

A body was found near railroad tracks as police detained several suspects in a morning raid. Medical workers prepared for an autopsy while authorities investigated possible links to a string of recent incidents. The case drew swift arrests and ongoing inquiries into motive and timing.

Devon Teachers Resign for Better Pay in Ansonia

Devon teachers resign from positions effective October 1 to accept new posts in Milford and other towns, citing substantial pay increases. Among those leaving are Miss Padder Towne and Miss Thu Watt, with others moving to Milford hospital roles or local schools. Reports note recoveries from accidents and family visits as residents prepare for changes in staffing.

DEVON Ansonia War Obrien Warvington Aan Naw Haven Mira Padder Towne Hogehers Thu Watt Milfera Paleonne

Unified Northeast Railroads Urged by Industrial Leaders

Industrial leaders press for a consolidated Northeast railroad system. Willie Lives backs the plan as a path to efficiency, while Charles Mbox of Release argues for broad support. A New England committee report warns that existing routes hurt shippers and public welfare, stressing national interests in a streamlined network.

Willie PryeAranth Coriktse Othe Literstate Conineres Charles Mbox Lsten Poulyt of Publi Opinion Amster United States Perty

Fairfield Grangers to Exhibit Apples at Meeting

Fairfield Grangers plan an October meeting program as members from New Canaan and Trumbull granges attend. An entertaining program is to be presented during the Tuesday night session following the October 16 gathering.

Fairfield Grangers Palsmielt Get J Ispeenit Veiegratt Greenfield Mill New Canaan and Trumbull The Grange

Notable speakers at Norwalk Sunday school meeting

Notable Sunday school authorities will speak at the Lining field county Sunday School convention in Norwalk on Tuesday October 9. Pear M. Honline of Chicago will chair and present a series of addresses. Prof. Walter Tate and Prof. Charles A. Dinsmore are named for leadership roles. Miss Corinth C. Crausing of New York will lead the Children's Division. Rev Albert C. Thomas of New York will discuss Young People's Work. The event includes a morning and afternoon program beginning at 11 o'clock, with sessions on worship material and pastor supervision. Expenses for a delegate to the State Shoe convention will be provided by the Fairfield county delegation.

Norwalk Laing Field County Pear M Honline Chicago Walter Tatheate International Sunday School Association Charles A. Dinsmore Yate Bivlilly School Coorg UN Kyet A Efield D. I Capecia Tittlefield Alka Corinth C. Crausing New York Albert C. "Thomas Willkwantic Framh Tisthick Fairfield County Ile Larreat Denison Rat

Fairfield to raise grand list by half a million dollars

The town approves a $500,000 increase to the grand list, aiming to keep the tax rate near last year’s level. Officials estimate the total grand list around $2.12 million and say the tax rate should remain essentially unchanged, pending final assessments.

Fairfield Ahah Inc. Avesors Othr Film Maat Wien Board of Minne

Wedding notices and social events in a fog of garbled text

An array of names appears, naming couples and observers, with references to a wedding, best man, and social gatherings. The legible items mention Milas Gerceide Flirsellongay, Ales Kathteen Frivkle, Mrniactayg, and Leon Batatend among others, but most details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Letruasten Voleertag Aayetheorer Stearford Road Miss Limi Mira Borling Albert Moucow Waterbury Teuely Moarlvon Joseph Reynons Sontrard Shell Leon Batatend Denny Folerwing

Long Hill HOS Tile Set and Fire Gong Plans

A Waterbury Republican reader item notes tension over a bridge project near Long Hill center and Daniel’s Kabm district, with an older Negroe girl story tied to health department timing. The piece references garden schemes, labor moves abroad, and a health inspection twist on a domestic incident involving smallpox.

Dee Speket Peregrine Regia Pioath Lens Rhober Renshteranion Linpeskank Mumesek Emo Cue Ugaritie

Milford to Observe Fire Prevention Week

Special to the Telegrainy reports Fire Prevention Week will be observed in Milford under a presidential proclamation. Fire officials plan a general observance and a special program with Chief Staws visiting schools to promote fire prevention and safe use of fire.

Milford Coolidge Staws

Greenwich School Battle Looms Over Milbank Estate Plan

A town meeting in Greenwich on Friday plans to decide on a $7.5 million school project and the possible purchase of 20 acres of the Milbank estate on Mast Putnam Avenue. The Milbank heirs refuse to sell, risking a condemnation process and years of delay, while a Rockefeller Foundation survey weighs options and cost.

Nnsech Get Skough Milbank Mast Putaen Avenue Boston Post Qi Iy Boston Post Road Greenwich Ben (. Seltz Cox- Cod New York World WS. Meany Havemeyer Rockefeller Foundation of New York Br Wo Audien Fas Milhante Estate Mie Lang Herpuel Preme Court United State

Typhoid Cases Reported in Stamford Camp

Health officials warn of ongoing typhoid cases as Stamford camp reports two new infections amid broader statewide rise in communicable diseases. The State Board of Health morbidity tally shows 67 new cases last week and Hartford leading with 23, Bridgeport nine. diphtheria, scarlet fever, and measles also appear in the totals.

State Board of Health Hartford Bridgeport

Funeral for Austin Conger in Berkshire Home

The funeral service for Austin P. Conger, 34, who died after weeks of illness at Berkshire, was held at Trinity Church Newtown. Rev James T Tashar officiated. Mr Conger, a music lover, was a member of Santa Hook band and Hiram No 18 R A M. He survived by three sons, a daughter, his parents, and a half-brother. Burial followed in Berkshire. An auto crash on Main Street caused traffic delays. no serious injuries reported.

Newtown Austin P. Gonger Berkshire Conger S. Cucks & Son Avervont Elewis Santy Hook Band aleCiymons Hestra Gadsis Mra F. Conger Rossford Paul Morrow Bridgeport James T. Tashar Trinity Church Newetwa Cutssuen Hirain H. G. Warner Ian Kelly Joan D. Witsehler Frank Maini Street Danbury Gust Boyasi Llne Street Ausonix Kyraile PH. Gannan Wan Traffe John Cassins Sandy Hook Corgetius Ip Collins Main Street Main Taylor Ty Ganneslin Vere Monee Madigat Jen Marlizan Thaetford Sve Tasini Avenue

Wakeman Collects $4198 in Taxes

Tax collection report shows Wakeman receiving four thousand one hundred ninety eight dollars in taxes. The article references a local district and a numeric tally, with unclear surrounding details and partial phrases.

Wakeman

Abundant Wheat Supply Makes Bread Economical Food

The article urges housewives to ensure ample bread supply as wheat is plentiful and cheap. Nutrition experts note cereals should supply 20 to 33 percent of calories, with bread forming most of wheat intake. It promotes Jelke GOOD LUCK Margarine as a pure, wholesome spread to accompany bread, highlighting its pure ingredients and sanitary production.

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