National Legion Convention Opens With Big Pageant
The American Legion convention opens in San Francisco with a large parade and pageant. Frank T. Quinès, director of the Veterans Bureau, delivers the principal address as delegates discuss proposals on propaganda, French relations, and aiding disabled veterans. Porto Rican delegates seek U S legislation to improve economics and conditions in their territory.
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San Prancine
American Legion
Frank T. Qines
the & Veterans Bureau
Vaeto
Pure News Mitters
Tre
France
oThe Paris
Legion
Utes
Brance
America
Aimer- Dean
United Sates
Congress
Bnt
Porto Rico
Women Club Delegates to Meet in Westport
The Connecticut Federation of Women's Clubs gathers in Westport on Tuesday October 23. Mrs Oscar B Van Soft leads the committees for an all day program at the Westport Manor House and Westport Country Club. Morning session 11 to 1 includes luncheon. afternoon runs to 4 30. Chairmen cover Transportation Reception Music Decorations and Reformation.
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Westport
Nex
Connosticut Feders- Mon
Women's Cluba
Uedford
M.C. A
Women's’ Té6en Improvement Association
Mre
Oscar B. van Soft
Westport Manor House
Westport Country Club
Varius
Come Unitless
Freq Gorham
Daniel Bradier
Karl, Anderson
Mary Burr
Francis PF. Dunnigan
Redding Farmer Grows Crop of New Fall Peas
A Redding farmer reports fresh peas from the school garden served at noon dinner despite recent frosts. Includes notes on local church events, visits, and community happenings such as school activities, residents preparing for winter, and social gatherings.
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Redding
Kredping
Han
Scent Mystery in $20,000 Fire at Sound Beach
Stamford reports a fire at a Grove Island corporation mansion on Sound Beach that caused about $20,000 in damage to a two story residence. Authorities pursue suspicious circumstances and charges amid unusual scent clues and a prior related incident at near by property.
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Sound Beach
Stamford
Che Grewncleh ‘Trast Company
Suit Against Trolley Company Is Opened
A damaged Lathe Norage ad Teaskin vomipans claims a city trolley collision damaged a truck. Superior Court jurors convene with counsel preparing for a possible charge of negligence.
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Mit
Onenel Salore
Wridge Bleow
Athena
Canadian booze running blamed on Americans
Toronto reports General William Williama discusses alleged cross border bootlegging. He claims most bootleggers are American and accuses U S officials of failing to curb liquor and boat smuggling at Windsor border and Petrie Gate.
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Toronto
Windsor
Petrie Gate
Tan
Notiyant
Citlass
United States
One Killed as Auto Smashes Below Viaduct
A fatal crash near Fi youd avenue left Mrs Symes and four others injured or dead after a car struck a parked vehicle and tore through a curb, sending debris and the injured to St. Vincent's hospital. Police identified the victim as Mr. Symes. driver fled. Diamond pins and papers from the deceased were recovered.
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Symes
Wheldon
Pabwer 7
Kelly
Railond Avenue
Kely
Franisian
Italin
Sid
Thomas F. Mazuer
Alexander S. Mollar
Aeromobile
Arthur
Griswold
Daniel WM. Johnson
Garter
Frost
Hart
Uijet Johnsui
Alyanton c
Paszperta
Mellor
Vila
Syrick
Aotoreyeie Pourentia Roderick
President Promises Support in Dry Law Conference
Government officials discuss enforcement of Prohibition with President pledging to mobilize Coast Guard, Customs, and Internal Revenue for suppressing liquor withdrawal. A White House briefing notes Treasury and Justice roles, urging state cooperation and possible federal reorganization to strengthen enforcement.
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Ain
Beisburg
Alésholand
Treasury
Department of Justice
Medlon
Netics Department i
Lo Congress
Transfor
Eeanmat
Uade
Jme
Aidifop
Eleanora Duse Tragedienne On U S Tour Reported
A garbled record notes Eleanora Duse the tragedienne arriving in New York for a seven city American tour. It mentions reactions and remarks attributed to Duse and lists police inquiries and a string of local incidents including several arrests and traffic mishaps with names and addresses distorted or incomplete.
Weatogue Country Club Discontinued
Weatogue Country Club near Stratford faces dissolution as members vote to dissolve and reorganize with plans for a new club. A committee drafts a resolution to form the new organization and to manage property as the season approaches.
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Weatogue
Weatogue Country Club
Steutford
Ermdie Iadens
Ube
Maye Ecarmmetee Fy
Self Thinking Urged At Catholic Men Convention
Address by Charles A. McMahon urges native born Americans to support assimilation of immigrants. He warns against propaganda aimed at weakening American unity and calls for strong Americanism to defend law and order against violence and intimidation. The ceremony opened with a Solomonic pontificate at St Peter's Cathedral led by Archbishop Henry McAuliffe.
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Catle Welfare Confereice
Sai Throat
Rtvenshin
United States
al Solonia
Ainss
St. Peter's Cathedral
Arch-Elshon
Henry Mcoaller
Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Government copper recovery suit over missing metal
In a U S District Court session Judge Edwin St Thomas heard Remington and Bridgeport firms argue over 78 000 pounds of copper tied to a wartime stock. The case traced copper deliveries via the Mornington Arms and involved Remington and the Bridgeport Rolling Mills absorbed by Allied Metal Co. The government contends copper remained unaccounted for and sought accountability from Remington and the later entities involved.
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Mornington Arms Ge
Ty LS
Bridgeport Trolha Mills
Alloxml Mefrit Co
Edwin St. Thomas
Remington Company
Farlupe
Tor Selver
Bridgeport Rolling Mills
Dr C K Heady Weds J L Morgan at Milford
Milford Oct 16 special to the World news service Jessie Ty Morgan of New York and Milford married last night at her summer home in Woodmont to Dr Carton K Heady a young physician here by Reverend Teaty. The wedding was small with few relatives and close friends present. Mrs Morgan has resided here for five years at the home of Wilbur C Linsley and has spent time with her sister Mercy Hine of New York. After a short wedding trip to Canada the couple will occupy the Mary A Webster Smyth estate recently purchased by Dr Heady.
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Milford
Jessie Ty. Morgan
New York
Woodmont
Carton K. Hfeudy
Hera
Morgan
Wilbur C. Linsley
Mery
Mercy Hine
Canada
Nes
Heady
Mary A. Wépburn -Smyth
Coventhy
Stokes’ Witnesses Testimony Sparks Divorce Trial Clash
In New York Ontario on September 18 the Associated Press reports W E D Stokes faced cross examination over affidavits by his witnesses amid denials and inconsistencies in testimony about Mrs Stokes and the Wallace apartment case. John Untermeyer pressed for signed statements while witnesses described parties and alleged misconduct, with details of Miss McIntosh and Miss Adams and witnesses from the Wallace apartment house. The exchange centers on affidavits and recollections as the trial proceeds.
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New York
Associated Press
W. J. D. Stokes
Anaiual
Halon
Wbvoud Svitee
Anna Metntosi
Stokes
Miss McIntosh
Stukenneanile
Boch Street
Budgar
Wallace
Whet
Tdu Adams
Lny
Misa’ Adan
Ivy Muze Melntesh
Wwe
Nils
Mdaa McTytogh
Samet Untermeyer
Tate
Cen
Mr. Untermeyer
Mr. Untermyer
Mr. Stokes
Alies
Neil Rose Miller
Lalsely
Pomeimbser
Joseph A. Thorntons
Lilian Payne
Anna Dearing
Mra. Stokey
Wallacepartment House
Hower Jienshaw
Mik Agricola Byers
Ara. Stokes
Jay Mclnntosh
Mur. Stokes
Anne Francese
Stoker
Anta Doerhig
Weirass
Dow
Withesaus Foy
Hotel San
Stokey
Atong
Les Albuim
Mra
Ren Thelen
Stolen Car From Fairfield After Crash Recovered Left Abandoned
A car owned by Lawrence De Fli vis of Turner Avenue Tor riton was found abandoned in Fairfield after a slight collision with a street car. He left it at the roadside and returned to discover it missing. authorities investigated damage through the day.
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Fairfield
Mairfield
Reek
Lawrence de Fluvis
Turner Avenas
Torritgron
Bairfield
de Flevis
Inter
Husband sues for assault by wife in Superior court
The husband files a damages suit after an alleged assault by his wife at Beardsley, with occurrences noted in Stratford and Seynedter. The case references Mrs Aherlé and Schneider, with dates around November and August, highlighting nervous condition claimed by the plaintiff.
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Seynedter
Mrg
Testy Arene
Stratford
August Abe
Yasterd
Schneider
Superiar Court
Vonmensytlan
Aherlé
Fire Board Reports on West Case Governing Officer
Fire board considers suspension and medical review for Soqine Wasi regarding active duty status. Captain West’s eye condition prompts a medical examination and potential leave. a second check is planned, with retirement discussion pending. James W. Keoan will miss the next meeting to attend the National Five Chiefs meeting in Baltimore.
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Soqine Wasi
Number & Engine Company
Fire
Sergeon
Fireboard
West
Tante J. Jatingan
Johnson
Theersean
Bo Othep
Ted Dash
James W. Keoan
Fire Board
Chief Johnson
Five Chiefs
Baltimore
Bridgeport Man Elected 10 Office At State Pythias Session
New London June Charles Griffiths of New Haven was elected Grand Chancellor at the Knights of Pythias annual convention in New London. Other officers named include Bridgeport’s Charles Andrews as Grand Inner Guard and Seymour’s Wred Paysons as Grand Vice Chancellor with several Hartford Rockfall and Willimantic leaders chosen for key posts.
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New London
Gel
Charles “A Griffiths
New Havel
Knights of Pythias
Charles Andrews
Bridgeport
Wred al Paysons
Seymour
Wiliam L. Morgan
George
Wright
Hartford
Willian
Fetter
Willimantie
Gran Arms
Arthur FF
Miilel
Walter
Wing
Willimantic
Martha Snyder
Hartford Grital
Jene Gates
Wulimantic
Henrietta Curdis
Meriden
Amenda Chamberlain
West Haven
Jennie Maybury
Cora Snow
Wes
Haven
Heston
Wallingford
Grand Gard
Huse Townsend
Branford
Sune
Smith
Derksys
Ya Adame Willmantie
Tress
Jillian Turney
Martford
Dealers Disagree On Traffic Routing For Football Days
City business leaders clash over proposed traffic plan for football days. Angel M M of BD AL Todd Co and Ar nard Stith of Lane's confestationery oppose the route change. Stephen D Horan for Goral business cites general opposition. Baral Papker and Frank Hell back the plan as safer for regular customers.
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Iat
Enouga
Ithe Cis
Angel MM, Bughehare
AL Todd Company
Seroullay
Ortit Ani Tagton
Arnard
Stith
Lane
Tit Red
USA
Ce Cily
New Haver
Tephen D. Horan
Sinn Fein Ard Fheis Chooses Passive Resistance Policy
Sinn Fein convention at Mansion House declares passive resistance to the Free State and its proposed reforms. More than 1,270 Sinn Fein clubs and delegates back abstention from entering the League of Nations. Funeral of Captain Novwemias marks Dublin event. hunger strikers pass by Mountjoy as authorities attend.
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Hannon de Valera
Atubael Colling
Plana
Marty MacSwiney
da ¥Elora
Free State
League of Nations
Novl Wemiass
Ivianh Republikan Mins
Dublin
Irish Republican Army
Depus Dee
Algo
Lord Mayoh and Corporation
Mount Joy
Milford Man Weds New Haven Woman In St Marys Rectory
W O Hara of Milford marries Florence Klinkerfuus of New Haven at St Marys rectory with Rev P J McClean officiating. Bridesmaid is Mira Florence Klinkerfuus. best man is Sunny G O Hara. reception at groom’s home. couple plans a wedding trip to Niagara Falls and other New York sites.
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Milford
New Haven
Alice Ace
Klinkerfuss
Orange Street
Testes
Wiliam O'Hara
William M. O'Hara
New Haven Avenue
St Mary's Rectory
P. J. McClean
Mira Florence Klinkerfuus
Sunny G O' Hara
Iumediatr
Fanny
Mr. Sudders- O'Hara
Niagara Falls
New York State
Spixwell
Former Ridgefield Residents Celebrate Golden Wedding
Former Ridgefield residents Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Chamberlin of Pownal Vermont marked their 50th anniversary October 12. They had 15 children with several living, two grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A surprise gathering, a purse of gold, and greetings from relatives followed the ceremony at the family home.
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Ridgefield
Wm. Chamberlin
Pownal
Chamberlin
Surtern
South Norwalk
W. H. Chamberlin
New
Clara Wakeman Named Secretary Of Bedford House
Clara Wakeman of Southport has been appointed secretary of the Bedford House of the Y M C A. Cora Lyons assists. both will be at the Y rooms for information on classes and organization details. Basketry days directed by Mrs Willard Taft of Bridgeport Art Association run as the second session today and draw members.
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Westporkt
Clara Wakeman
Southport
Bedford House
Yo M.C. A
Bedford
Cora Lyons
W. T. CA
Willnr Taft
Bridgeport Art Lessite
Fairfield County Past Commanders Association Formed
A new group named Fairfield County Past Commanders Association was organized in Westport with special officers elected. Donald Crawford was named president and P G Moore of Bridgeport was chosen secretary with temporary officers serving until the next meeting.
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Westpolry
American Legion
Fairfield County
Fairfeld County
Lagion-association
Donald Crawford
Westport
P G. Moore
Bridgeport
Nod Koswurec
Pioneer Settler of Newtown Dies in His 85th Year
Join Finnell longtime Newtown resident and former New York Belting and Packing employee dies at 85. Survived by two daughters Mrs. Robert Gannon and Mrs. James Brennan, and three sons Patrick John and Martin Finnell. Funeral from Mrs. Gannon's residence then St Rose's Church with burial in the family plot.
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Finnell
Robert Gannon
Pinnell
Ireland
Crosand
Ife
New York
Zoar
Rober Gannen
Tie
Mirs
Baraigh
Mix
James F. Brennan
Seygnouc
Patrick Finnell
Shelton
John Finnell
aneAty
Martin Finnell
Passule
N. J
Gannnon
St. Rose's Church
St. Rose’s Cemetery
Gen Oglethorpe to Remain in England’s Soil
Cranham England October Associated Press reports General Oglethorpe founder of Georgia remains in England after Dr Thornwell Jacobs president of Oglethorpe University abandons plan to transport the hero’s ashes to America. Jacobs returns a coffin fragment to All Saints church as the vault is sealed.
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England
General Oslethorpe
State of
Georgia
Pocahontas
Tutenkhamun
Js Ta
Thornwell Jacobs
Oplethorpe University
Westerland
Jacobs
Une
Isis
Geéoor
Wily
All Saints Church
Ostr
Rhorpe
Danbury Teachers Attend Connecticut Teachers Meet
Danbury educators will participate in the Connecticut State Teachers Association meeting in Bridgeport on Friday. Miss B Belle Whitnes leads Latin at Danbury High. Chester Floyd heads the mathematics department. Frank A Berry of Bethel oversees afternoon sessions. Leading Danbury figures include Mrs S M Freytig and Mrs K A Sutton.
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Danbury
Connecticut State Teachers’ Association
Bridgeport
Beth Ingford
New Haven
Allend
B. Belle Whitnes
Danbury High School
Misa Maciotnother
Chester
Floyd. Iyead
Vrenk A. Berry
Bethel
Willl
Officers of Norwalk Hospital Are Chosen
Norwalk October 16 special to the telegram reports the re election of officers by the Norwalk hospital board. President J T Bedford vice president John Cavanagh secretary treasurer Larry M Lane and assistant secretary James Flupbell named among the newly elected officers.
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Norwalk Hospital
Norwalk
Vta
Agard
Bedford
John Cavanaghs Asuret
Larry Mlane
Dames 'T. Flupbell
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