Columbia Graphophone in Bankruptcy Receivers Appointed
The Columbia Graphophone Manufacturing Company, a pioneer in talking machines, was placed in receivership today after an involuntary bankruptcy petition filed by several creditors in federal court. Receivers Willson and She held were named, bond set at 380000, assets listed at 28400000 with liabilities at 21600000. The move is described as friendly with plans for reorganization and a new name to be announced tomorrow.
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New York
Associated Press
Columbia Graphophone Manufacturing Company
Willson
Genereral
James LK
Learned Wand
Columbia
Bridgeport
Conn
Buckner Sk
Firemen Charter Promises Stronger Job Security
A proposed city charter would secure firmen jobs under a new system, replacing present methods and reducing the power of the mayor. Lynn W. Wilson notes that civil service exams would determine appointments, with direct city control limited by a glass service. The speaker replies to critics and lists supporters including Genns Husbard and Elmer Orton among others at the dinner event.
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Lynn W. Wilcon
Board of Education
Wilson
FOV
Charlegue
Pallowlis
Cornell Followers Decide to Nominate Atwater for Mayor
Cornell followers vote to renominate Mayor Fred Atwater at the Democratic city convention tonight after a midnight meeting of 34 organization delegates. Delegates plan to select the rest of the ticket, with uncertainty over renominating the current staff. Archibald McNeil Jr. initially backed for mayor, then the ad hoc committee shifted to Atwater after the late session.
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Atwater
Fred Atwater
Organization
Marly
Landers
Charles C. Sanford
Pleat National Bank
George S. Crawsford
Chamber of Commerce
Nayar Atwater
Wivery
Archibald McNeil Jr
Aa. McNeil Jr
Milk price rise adds one cent in Bridgeport today
An increase of one cent per quart raises grade A milk to 19 cents and grade B to 18 cents at retail, effective today. Mitchell Dairy Co. cites action by the Connecticut Milk Producers Association as the cause, matching a wholesale uptick of 9 to 9.5 cents per quart. Bridgeport now aligns with the higher price tier statewide.
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Abner W. Alltehell
Mitchell Dairy Co
Connecticut Mk Producers’ Association
Bridgeport
Giants Lose Dramatic World Series Finale
New York Giants surrendered the world championship banner to the Yankees after a sixth game at the Polo Grounds. The Yankees rallied in the eighth inning to clinch the series and claim the title, ending the Giants' era of championships.
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Associated Press
Beulen
New York Giants
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Polo Grounds
Lair
Giants
McGrawhmen
Igir
Thesere
Tourer
Americus
Mons
Tol Ramies
Wong
Iran
Paulo
John McGraw
Serle
Stosude
Wah
Mason
Von
Education Board and Engineers Hold Long Conference
A three hour meeting between the Education Board and engineers from Merrin and Thullard’s group reached consensus on seagoing education methods and cooperative trade programs. They discussed Bridgeport trade school facilities and combining parity high school work with trade-derived instruction to offer double diplomas and expand academic and technical training for pupils not in trade or cooperative courses.
U S Warship to Rush Minister to Funeral
United States warship is to rush a minister to the funeral of Nicaragua's President Diego Manuel bamorro, as announced by the State Department. Orders issued by Secretary of the Navy Denby direct the commander of the special service squadron on duty at the Panama Canal to proceed. Telegrams of condolence have been sent to Provident Cavlidge and Secretary flagghes.
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Almortean Warshuy
Ul Rush
Emiliano Ghamorro
Nicasignan Nailiste
Une
United States
Diego Manuel Bamorro
Nicaragua
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Navy
Denby
Special Service Squadron
Panama la
Changes in State Constitution Sought by City Council
City council seeks drastic constitutional reform to shift representation by population, with counties guaranteed one senator and districts drawn to balance numbers. A public hearing approved a gasoline station permit at Main Street North Avenue, despite church and resident opposition, while a market license amendment offered growers varied fees for using City Plaza.
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Gcoummon Sewnell
Bridgeport Hull and Vegetable Growers Association
North Avenue
Main Street
Pire
Atlantic Refining Company
House of Representatives
Father Becomes Son's Son-in-Law
In Hohenberg a 68-year-old widower marries a 22-year-old woman who becomes stepmother to his 40-year-old son. The son then marries the widow’s daughter, creating a tangled web where the grandmother also becomes sister-in-law.
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Cologne
Get
Hohenberg
Leflo
Tig
Treathaby
Paint the Streets to Warn Autos of Danger Spots
City board approves a Saturday start for an annual safety repaint program. Fresh white roadside markings will guide drivers across tracks and near pedestrians at busy crossings including North and Lindley, North Washington, and Hijosatenic avenues. The warning design aims to prevent accidents by discouraging motorists from attempting to beat trains.
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Jaccidenia
Faireck
Sit North
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Acennes
Mus
Anil Dt Grand
Gallera
Local political turmoil at Tigpubrisan convention
Reported chaos and factional fighting as I. W. Behrens seeks mayoral support, with Robinson-leaning ticket effects and calls for constitutional amendments. Mentions of other state and county political maneuvering, public notices, and upcoming meetings across regions.
Woman's crushed body found in Washington Monument stairway
In Washington DC a woman was found on the Monument stairs 270 feet above ground with suspected elevator crush. Police custody holds a man as investigation continues. No charges yet.
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Washington Monument
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Cegular
Polles Oftields
Oldest Woman in New London County Dies in Norwich
Illes Mary Hone Morgan aged 111, longtime resident of Norwich, died at her home with W H Cardwell present. She was born in the town and traced lineage to Governor Bradford and other founders of Norwich, highlighting a long colonial heritage.
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Mary ‘Hone Morgan
New Usndon
Aloe
W H. Cardwell
Thia Lown
Bradford
Thynreven
Two Witnesses For Stores Deny Own Testimony
In a New York court Mrs Stokes faces testimony from two witnesses who deny their own statements about visits to Bunceton Missouri with Edagar Wallace in 1904. Depositions and a dictagraph device found at a hotel are discussed as court proceedings continue.
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Lyeres
Telen Elwood Stolcen
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Waternryer
Stokes
Minegra
East 35Th Lo
Mr Untermyer
Rum Runner Accomplice Sought In Jail Escape
Thomas OT Walsh of Tide City escaped from Lirenfield county jail where he served a 214 day sentence for violating liquor laws. Federal authorities widened a state wide search for the fugitive. Charles Roos, also of this city, was arrested for transporting Canadian funds. Walsh faces federal charges and possible re arrest after payment of fines.
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Flggory Walsh
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Lirenfield
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Itosa
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Authoritie Terche Offends
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Delegates Forsake Reorganization in 7th District
District officials concede failure to reorganize during the 7th district meeting as nominees face city clerk and tax collector posts. D Elia and Chew town officials named for school board clerk roles amid ongoing recruitment.
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D’elia
Chew
Behrens long service on Charities Board since 1910
F W Behrens served since 1910 on the Charities Board and chaired its activities. He helped plan Ottawa Hillside homes, cottages for children, and charitable auxiliaries, while directing welfare building efforts and governance. He was a Republican appointee under multiple administrations and held life memberships in several German cultural groups.
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Bethens
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Cheytke
Conteetieur Federation of German Singing Societies
Borah Denounces Wealthy Prohibition Supporters
Idaho Senator Borah denounces wealthy backers of Prohibition and urges strict enforcement of the 18th Amendment. He appeals for universal federal and state cooperation, warning against hypocrisy among property owners who resist enforcement. The remarks came during a three day conference on the constitutional amendment.
Behrens Nominated for Fairfield Mayor at Republican Convention
Bridgeport era history notes a tense party convention at The Stratfield where Frederick William Behrens Fairfield butcher, won the mayoral nomination 27 to 9 amid district delegations and a reorganization shakeup. Delegates from multiple districts shifted allegiances signaling a major party realignment.
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Frederick William Behrens
Stratfield
M Behrens
Fairfield
Bridgeport
Wilbert J. Sanford
Restrictions on Truck Loads Likely in Hartford Area
State highway officials said a survey of freight and traffic conditions is under way to consider restricting truck loads on Connecticut highways. Rhode Island had asked about limits. current state law caps loads at 25,000 pounds, with safety powers allowing further restrictions if overloads threaten public highways.
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John A. MacDonald
Rhode Island
Fighway Department
Thode Talend
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