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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1947
Page
9
Storm saturates city with lightning damage as two homes are struck, streets flood, and multiple incidents trigger emergency responses during a holiday period. Widespread outages and travel disruptions noted. reports mention fallen trees and property damage across several neighborhoods.
Official forecast shows a mix of sun and showers with temperatures around five degrees lower near Baringsport. Winds from the south will pick up, with a milder trend into Thursday and a cool, unsettled pattern into the weekend with showers possible.
A fragmentary almanac entry references upcoming Ada day details with scattered terms sam prem ben ee and eerlay September 2. The readable bits imply a calendar note or local event cue but lack full clarity or context.
Hatriet La Forest Moon 33 vanished after leaving Stratfield hotel with daughter Carol. Police and crews searched Bridgeport Philadelphia Atlantic City and Decatur as a chartered plane stood by. Moon was said to have sold her car for 1306 dollars and may have carried 1300 to 3000 dollars in cash plus two diamond rings.
Two state police officers and a motorist were hospitalized after a head on collision with a parked police vehicle on the Merritt Parkway entrance. John Rondo of Brooklyn allegedly ran a stop sign and failed to stop at Route 22 exit, leading to the crash on New Canton Avenue. Rondo faced charges for failure to stop.
Norwalk Sept 2 Police Chief Jeremith Parnes announced the resignation of Patrolman Diores Co Puller of Chrogory. Puller, a three child airhildern father, reportedly attended a ceremony earlier and left to follow similar career changes. In Ankara, Sept 2, the national assembly ratified the Parkish American accord on aid from the United States.
Warren A Field, Republican town chairman, says plans proceed to nominate a Republican slate of town officers under the new council manager charter despite a secretary of state warning that several elected officials will be appointed by the town manager. A deputy secretary of state letter notes the wording is confusing and may require court adjudication.
US Senator Raymond E Baldw in announced recommendations for price investigation hearings in Connecticut, naming Naugatuck and Hartford as sites. He预计 Sept 25 and 26 for the eastern sub committee of the Joint Economic Report, with Hartford chosen as capital and Naugatuck as a representative small industrial center. He urged residents and informants to contact his Bridgeport office or the committee staff in Washington. The eastern sub committee includes Senators Flanders Meyers and Representatives Kailburn and Hartford.
A spark ignited dust in a collector at the Aluminum Co. plant, causing a small explosion that ripped two doors and knocked down two washroom occupants. No injuries were reported. Fire crews from Center Southport and Tunxia Hill, under Fire Chief Thomas Carroll, confined the blaze to the collector and extinguished it quickly. Police directed traffic at the scene.
At Stamford on Sept 2 the Connecticut Federation of Labor considered dropping its policy of endorsing political candidates. Secretary-Treasurer Joseph M. Rourke urged nonpartisanship, arguing endorsements risk partisanship and harm legislation. President Timothy M. Collins defended strong political activity, urging workers to consider a public record of votes by Connecticut leaders. Delegates would decide with no softening toward Taft-Hartley supporters. Collins predicted GOP setback if Taft is nominated. Treasury balance noted as $3,471,639,850.
Mary Lancia, 32, of Stratford was held on a breach of the peace charge after calling police to report she had shot her husband, Anthony, 37, in the left ankle during a domestic argument. He was treated and released from Bridgeport Hospital.
In Ridgefield Norwalk residents Stanley Walker and Mary Burkey were listed in fair condition at Norwalk Hospital after a motorcycle collision at Main Street and Wilton Road. Walker suffered a possible fractured arm and multiple lacerations while Burkey had a fractured right ankle and injuries to both legs. State Police say Walker’s bike struck an auto driven by Maiv Knauth as she turned from Main Street onto Wilton Road. both riders were thrown and the motorcycle was heavily damaged. Police continue investigating.
In New York on September 2 stocks opened steady and quiet. American Telephone led gains, up almost a point, while motors were unchanged and steel shares rose slightly. Rails, haulers, and aviation issues showed mixed starts in a generally firmer market tone.
Boston dispatch details Grover C Piper a veteran trucker recalling nights on routes from Manhattan to Boston and New York, reflecting on loneliness, road gossip, and the tension between fast moving drivers and the hazards of long-haul life. The piece contrasts the endless traffic with moments of fatigue and longing as Piper notes the cycle of travel.
Fairfield county commissioners accepted the highest bid of 86531 from C E Hooper New York for the former Fairfield county temporary home for children property in Norwalk. The Sterling Furniture Co offered 62500 for the Post road site with three buildings. Hooper to take possession after September 15 following final closing.
Hundreds of former GIs cashed terminal leave bonds as city banks opened this morning. The Bridgeport area saw early heavy activity at Bridgeport Peoples Savings, First National Bank and Trust, and Bridgeport Otts Trust. Officials expect a second rush this afternoon. About 9 million veterans nationwide may cash bonds. government offers 2 percent interest until redeemed.
A Danish scientist warns liquor affects the esophagus while many avoid alcohol. New York fixes liquor prices, Clark chases brake price fixes. Washington remains confused as bourbon is price fixed but brakes aren’t. A hat stylist notes men as vain as ever. A Maine groom marries on a bet, wondering if gambling ends. A Kansas man drives 30 miles with the wife in front seat, missing signals and traffic lights.
President Truman outlined a four point foreign policy at the Inter American Defense Conference in Brazil. He stressed no desire for war but pledged to uphold collective security and UN obligations, with the United States prepared to act within safe limits to aid nations seeking peace and economic recovery. The speech emphasized fidelity to the UN, joint action under a new defense pact, and intensified efforts in the western hemisphere. Delegates prepared to sign a hemispheric defense treaty in Rio de Janeiro with a luncheon aboard the USS Massouri for delegates.
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