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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1923

Page

2

Governor Templeton pushes stringent liquor law enforcement

Governor Templeton announced that State's Attorney Hugh Alcorn of Hartford County was in Washington for the presidential conference on prohibition enforcement. He plans to urge police chiefs in Connecticut cities to push hard for enforcement, and will confer with Chief Justice Wheeler on jail terms for violators.

Martford Templeton Hugh Alcorn Vhartford Washington Comidge Timpleton Connecticut George W. Wheeler Lannortiout Conecticut

Litchfield County Officers Arrest 23 in Ram Raids

Litchfield County officers, including a flying squadron, raided ten liquor establishments in Torrington and Thomaston, arresting 28 people on liquor violations. Nine locations in Torrington and seven in Thomaston were targeted. several defendants faced jail sentences and fines, with others granted bond and awaiting court action.

Litchfield County Litchfield Av ‘Tomanto Litetiiela Torrington Toomanton Arthur F. Wnecander Werp Litchfeld Quer Torrton Naugatuck Thomaston Frank Taudunski Thomaston House Victor Kulesza East Main Street Torington Joseph Antonio Quartuli Torgion Palace Hlui Walter Holcomb

Royalist leads revolt of Greeks against Gonatas

In Athens on October 22 a Royalist force of about 4,000 led by General Metaxas revolted against Premier Gonatas. A proclamation signed by Venezelian leaders and others circulated via newspapers and an airplane. The revolt was quickly checked. martial law was declared, arrests made, and rebels dispersed as police suppressed rival broadcasts.

Athens Get Omaa Metaxas Gonaias Martie Vlastirss Suonhi

Government Pays Last Instalment to New York New Haven and Hartford

The New York New Haven and Hartford railroad was awarded 2,891,206 by the Interstate Commission to cover six months of earnings after contract termination. The government had previously paid 14,798,408, and the account is now closed.

Washington Got New York New Haven Wartford Intersate Commission

Presbyterians of New England Convening at First Church

The thirteenth annual New England Synod gathering opens at the First Presbyterian Church with over 150 delegates expected. A preparatory session and auction program precede the main synod, with a luncheon for visitors and concurrent meetings of the Women’s Synodical Society of Home and Foreign Missions. The opening sermon will be delivered by Rev. Charles A. Fischer, D. D. in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Deli Ith Women’s Synodical Society of Home and Foreign Missions Charles A. Fischer First Presbyterian Church of Worcester Mass Liv Pnd

Webb Pays Visit to Sheriff Pease at Rye NY

Charles Webb who was indicted yesterday by a White Plains grand jury was seen in Bridgeport visiting Sheriff Simeon Pease amid unclear motive. Webb drove to the county building, spoke with the sheriff who refused to discuss the visit, then left.

Charles Webb White Plains Gertrude Gorman Webb New York Philadelphia Westcheater Biltmore Country Club i Rye Bridgeport Webb Cogusty Simein Pease Shen Peasea Triound Mrs. Webb Stie Jentering Pease Bulding Sherif Pewse Sin de Vielt

Baby Smothers 10 Death While Asleep in Bed

A three month old baby, Richard, suffocated while sleeping face down under a pillow. His mother, unaware, discovered him after waking. Dr Charles Sprague and Medical Examiner Samuel Caurick attended. death ruled as undetermined. Funeral planned for Wednesday at 2 o'clock with burial in the family plot.

Mra Mernonai Lake of Blandera Richard Charles Sprague Manover Street Phyxleiur Samuel Caurick Danbury

Education Board Signs Contract For High School

The Education Board signed the general contract for Warren Harding High School construction for 70,000 with Eastern Engineering and Construction Company, excluding some units. Three other firms won plumbing, heating, and electrical bids and will sign today. Janitors will be paid for election day services, with funds handled by the financial secretary after verifying work completed.

Alfred? G Panes Bord of Education William Shaughnessy Eastern Engineering and Construction Company Atry M. J. Dahme & Co Boston Kunateick & Motz Tasv Sie Wilam Redden Manwaring Joan Stevens Tronk Anderson Callwell Clarence E. Witter Fenrane Tt Wan Rowland Alice T. Smith John Y. Caldwell Cleetlan Aldwell

Confiscated Wine Sparks Police Action at Greenwich Station

In Greenwich a large consignment of wine was seized by local police following disturbances near two grocery stores. Officers moved the crowd away from the station house and secured the area with patrols and barriers after a report of unlawful possession and sale. The event disrupted traffic on nearby roads and involved the Bushes Devtie store and a hotel near the station.

Greenwicht Burrele Niger Ruitroad Avenue Parrel- Ul South Louk FT FM

Newspaper men attend funeral of Andrew Barber in Bridgeport

A delegation of Bridgeport newspaper men will attend the funeral of Andrew Vinusnt Barber, known as Dad, to be held at 2:30 PM from Wanry I. Hinhop. Members of St. Tots, Judging Found Ac Main, will gather, with the service led by Rev. B J Crate and Masonic rites to follow.

Bridgeport Andrew Vinusnt Dad Wanry I. Hinhop St. Tots Ac Main Wien Buster Tim Alten B.J. Crate Centoy Chris Thurel

Pastor Quigley Ousted Over Expenditures at Summerfield Church

Dr Charles A Quigley was removed Sunday as pastor of Summerfield MM E church amid allegations of personal extravagance and church debt. Board secrecy and a parish review followed. The firing came after a board vote and amid dispute over notes tied to church finances.

Summerfield M. E. Church Charles A. Quigley Summerfield MM. E Samuel Fray Quigley Xensulion Drake Mra Altrid DaVorken de DeVore Kan Barnum and Saivien Avenues Bers Jtiort Rertalt Iehurch’s Offera Board Roffelt Tor Quighey Sk Weeting

Five Greatest Advantages of New Charter Outlined

Bridgeport reports outline of benefits in the proposed new city charter. Officials say measures include civil service reform, expanded commissions, and clearer governance. An attendance event featured 124 business leaders and women outlining the plan. The article notes partisan divisions and promises further discussion on page two.

Bugineka Wren Juda Wall AlWernin

Modern Education Costs Less Declares Cortright

Superintendent Cortright defends public schooling costs as proportionate to wealth and public funds, noting higher attendance and the decline in the dollar’s purchasing value. He cites figures showing church and private services shifting to public expense, arguing total education costs are less due to broader wealth growth.

Cortright Publc Sehogls, VE Everett Anvos K. Prichard Carnegie Foundation Fund Cortrehr Mt Louve Corteigi

Destroyer Bainbridge to Arrive at Noon Tomorrow

The Bainbridge is slated to arrive at noon tomorrow for Navy Day observances in the city. The event will feature a full program and is described as the most pretentious raid yet held, with activities for citizens and Navy personnel through the period. The ship will draw anchor Monday at midnight after a day of ceremonies and participation.

Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce Committee Bridgeport Ald Font Réien Rhals Navy Chamber of Comtmerce Sand Royer Bainbridge

Tarkington Treat Starts New Series of Tales

Booth Tarkington, noted American short story master, will launch a six tale series in next Sunday's Past. The opening story is Two Hearts that Beat as One with the final tale Here Comes the Bridegroom. Exclusive in The Bridgeport Sunday Post.

Booth Tarkington Parkington Vark' Jyle

Pecora Charged With Subornation In Stokes Divorce Case

New York dispatch reports Pecora faced subornation charges in the Stokes divorce trial. Witnesses including Thornton and Wallace testified amid defense challenges as Mrs. Stokes seeks to prove alleged misconduct and hotel magnate Stokes defends his conduct. Court proceedings featured repeated objections, conflicting affidavits, and witness testimonies on Thornton’s identification and Wallace’s involvement.

New York Prevaj Pert Stokes Joseph A. Thornton W. F Phi Flint Péecora Whornton Pelenwood Stokes Max D. Steuer Owne Svit Keswes Sten Therselves Ate Joseph H. Danyon Stokes Wen Samuel Lintermeyer Supreme Court Mahoney Amr Unterneser Justice Nahoney Wallace Wagar Thornton Svaken Pecora Phornton Thorncon Wiitle Adam Hutterfield Mr. Untermeyer Negro Wilpessey Butterfield Hold Bechel Conn Johnson Pat Church of Silence Mr. Unsermeyer Mark Johnson Flakes Uiterfeld

Greenwich Police to Question Maas Over Shooting Case

Greenwich police announce plans to question Maas as part of the investigation into the shooting of Millow Make at the fond Revel and the October event. Captain Patches Plan and Prosecution official Walsh will interview Mann at Stamford Hospital tomorrow.

Greenwich Millow Fond Revel Leslie Planafan Walsh Teryview Mann Stamford Hospital

Separatists Move in Rhineland and Local News Mix

A garbled share of items reports local and international matters including moves by separatists in Rhineland, a contract signing for a new high school with an engineering firm, assorted public works and police funding actions, a mysterious death inquiry, church and clergy notes, a Navy Day visit, and multiple court and crime brief items across New England.

Harmless looking crates conceal alcohol shipment overturned truck

A truck overturned on Limestone road carrying suspected alcohol hidden in grape crates. State police, alerted by bystanders, seized two men and the vehicle with a New York registered rig 1 120 501 after a tire failure exposed the concealment. The incident occurred during a period of pegalr popular activity.

New York State Ted Pepalr Stace

Yale Lock salesman slain in Oklahoma

Stamford February 52. Speakeal to the Telegram-Occkls Yale Towne Lock company report the murder of salesman Russell Gartar of Olean New York. He was waylaid and stabbed at Blue Jacket near Roma while on a trip for the firm.

Stamford Get Spealkal Tlegram-Ociekls Yale Towne Lock Company Russell Gartar Olean Ne Vo Blue Jacket Klarroma Sirm

Occupationists Move Through German Towns

Six towns have been occupied by Separatists including Aix la Chapelle alongside Munchen Gladbach Grefeld Julich Morjoie Clove and Duren. Coblenz is planned as capital with occupation led by Joseph Batthes as the group expands through the Rhineland amid armed resistance and sporadic bloodshed.

Aix-La-Chapelle Associated Press Aix+La Chapelle Munchen Gladbach Grefeld Julich Morjoie Clove Duren Coblenz Joseph Batthes Wileshaden Aix-Ra-Chapelle Herr Batthes Lie Hanl Hayine Aix Ain Tyne Tracy Reich Althous Ling

Steamer San Gil Goes Ashore Off Nicaragua

Kingston Jamaica October 23 The United Fruit Company steamer San Gil ran aground on the northern coast of Providencia land Nicaragua at six o'clock this morning Passengers were removed despite bad weather The San Gil was en route to Cristobal from Heslop via Mevana and a wrecking steamer Kilte rig has left Kingston to assist Calamary remains on standby for refloating potential salvage expected when seas calm.

Kingston Jamate United Fruit Company San Gil Nicaragua San Blas Calamary United Fruit Kilterig Cristofar Heslop Mevana

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