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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1922
Page
5
Hunters may use ferrets until December 1 or until snowfall makes tracking possible. The closed season on wild hare or rabbit starts December 1. No hunting is allowed between November 24 and December 1 unless using ferrets or dogs. Hunting with ferrets during snow on the ground carries an $80 fine. otherwise $24. AJ Williamson, County Game Commissioner, notes regulations.
Commissioner Haynes announced today that Yellowley, chief of General Prohibition agents at prohibition headquarters, is selected to succeed Ralph as Director for the state of New York.
Police started a semi annual inspection of brakes on automobiles in general operation on streets. Vehicle owners with brake faults will be warned to repair immediately. Motorists failing to comply may face immediate arrests for dangerous faults.
Seven barrels of high grade liquor and additional whiskey containers were taken from a large brick garage behind the Yellin company home in Hartford. Value estimated over $10,000. Mr Yellin, a former saloon keeper with federal permit, discovered the burglary himself. Police conduct a conservatively high valuation and investigation continues.
Enamua P. Senior president of Bridgeport Hydraautie Co testified at Hartford before the Public Utilities Commission on higher water rates. He warned the city relies on Femlocks reservoir in Easton and a failure would hurt winter supply. the Easton dam is two years from completion and needed for normal business and future growth. Revenue would help resume the dam project started in 1917.
Richard Myers was unanimously supported by the Democratic Executive Committee for boxing committee membership and a recommendation to appoint him. The committee also favored selecting a Pittman or Pryor man as architect for the new high school and instructed the secretary to notify Democratic board members of the vote.
Notice of pendency of Wilhelmina Berta Lowi's complaint for divorce and name change in the Connecticut Superior Court Bridgeport. Defendant Louis Werta appears absent. order to publish in Bridgeport Telegram for two weeks starting October 13, 1922. Also notices local town election procedures in Monroe and town clerk details.
Notice to stockholders of The Atlantic Coast Line Company of the annual meeting at the company's principal office in Bridgeport. Details include date and time and the secretary's signature.
A fragmented note outlines a Democratic caucus scheduled for November 8 to select a candidate for a local election. Harry Platt is mentioned as a participant or organizer. The report focuses on early plans for the party gathering and its implied civic role.
A mixed critique notes Watagon's Hunky Dory a Scotch comedy at Park Theatre, praised for its competent cast but found the plot thin from an American view. The program at Roly’s Vaudeville Theatre features Fifty Miles from Broadway, strong cast, and a typical small-town musical comedy. Public notices include Old Homestead at Polis Palace with local talent, plus The Masquerader at Hippodrome and The Glorious Fool at Kamnize Theatre.
A garbled note reports the Mingineering Institute at the Moe, A opening for Mis ri lash sigh. It mentions 80 men registered and a coming Pryeliahin chiss. Enrollment figures are unclear but reference ten and between two and thirty students.
The Jewish Women’s Council held a Ladies Night meeting in the auditorium with an irregular program. Meg Brarees Sapitman, president of the Contest of Jewish Women, chaired the gathering while Maxwell Lewtn, secretary of the YM and WN Northeast YM, spoke. An orchestra and boxing bouts were among planned attractions.
The College Club held a lecture on reading with strong attendance. Miss Trew delivered remarks and noted the focus on reading and learning.
Unclear text suggests the wife of the President may spend the winter in the South or Minetta if health permits. The fragmentary item hints at health and travel considerations but lacks concrete details or a clear plan.
Nominating committee to name a candidate at the next meeting of the Harry W. Congdon post of the American Legion. George Moora declines to run for the top post. John Moran and Dick Brown are among possible contenders. Prosecuting Attorney Vincent L. Keating is gaining support as a favored candidate. Post membership shows a rebound after a decline, with the next meeting scheduled for the first Monday in November.
The Little Theatre League met at the Stratfield Hotel to discuss changes in the constitution and bylaws. The key item was presenting a plan to secure a permanent residence, with a committee formed and blueprints for a Wear Avenue barn layout shown, vote to proceed before next week's meeting.
At a Hartford meeting of the Get-together club local men adopted a resolution requesting President Harding to convene a special session of Congress to admit 6,000 Armenian orphans. The move follows an earlier denial of admission after a request from Near East Relief officials in Smyrna.
Hartford report states the federal government bars federal pay for guard officers until they pass required examinations. Adjutant General orders immediate testing after appointment and submission of papers to the examining board for the commanding general. District Democratic club offers automobiles for voters who notify by telephone, servicing the west end and remote areas away from trolley lines.
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