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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1922
Page
2
Reports say five explosions trapped miners in the Argonaut coal mine with rescuers cautiously advancing. Families remain hopeful as groups of women and relatives maintain a vigil outside the shaft while equipment and air vents work to relieve the miners.
Obituary notices list several deaths with dates: Capt. Lorene G. Allen of Ridgefield aged about 30s. Martha Helen Israelson of Astis City aged 37 with service in Westport. Joan A Leonard of New Haven City aged about 60s. Robert Fox Selleck aged 17 from New Haven area. funeral details include Sept 6 and Sept 3-4 dates, with interment at local cemeteries and church mass times. Card of thanks from Merwin family expresses gratitude for support and flowers after a bereavement.
The article reports 38,000 pupils returning to schools with about 6000 teachers and principals starting duties. It lists assignments for students and staff across Kossuth, Bridgeport, Congress, and West End schools, including schedules, examinations, and required birth certificates for entrants.
Governor Dawes announced in Comembius that the Ohio House and Senate will be summoned to Columbus for a special session on Monday September 11 to enact legislation granting broad powers to secure a sufficient fuel supply at fair prices. The move aims to reassure the public amid shortages and rising costs.
A chaotic mix of meeting listings across clubs and lodges and a dense municipal tax notice. The Bridgeport assessors publish dates and penalties for real and personal property swearing requirements, while various groups announce gatherings at multiple street addresses and lodges.
The Polis Palace Theatre in Bridgeport was opened Monday and deemed fireproof by Building Commissioners after a test by a joint committee. Police and civic leaders praised Polly Polis for funding and designing the marble palace, while 300 guests attended a Stratfield luncheon celebrating the safe certification and ongoing civic support.
A chaotic street fight near TAMU left a student severely injured and one person arrested. Emergency crews rushed the victim to Meidzework Hospital, where doctors stabilized him. The incident prompted campus police to begin a formal investigation and issue a cautionary note to students.
Mississippi sports brief notes Stephens leading Vardaman in Missouri with scores like 24.270. Referenced results show local teams and figures, including Cronbiriy and Lemogereliy, with terse game snippets amid a brief Mississippi context.
An unclear, OCR style report attributes a recent blaze to rodent activity amid fragmented references to places and names. The text mentions various individuals and terms but lacks coherent details or verifiable events.
A local probate judge race features Bent as the endorsed candidate. The notice highlights party backing and calls for voter support, with emphasis on experience and readiness for the duties of the position. The document references community ties and prior service, urging informed casting of ballots.
Westwhilg proprietor Jincob Lavy of Coftipo Tin faces two separate suits in Superior Court seeking $14,000 in each case. Greenwich Trash Company claims unpaid debts and damages totaling $8,470.12, while another action targets unpaid sums and an alleged lien on Levy's wife’s property, with the inn on the Boston Post Road noted in gossip surrounding the case.
City council hearings reviewed plans for a public memorial and permanent installation. Discussion covered property purchase, costs, and possible Armistice Day dedication amid committee reports and petitions for street and building improvements.
A city council meeting saw Aldermen Beers and others adopt a resolution to purchase land for a Soldiers Field from existing revenue. A temporary expansion of a building on North MeLe Street near the bank area was debated as legal agreements awaited. The mayor and clerk were authorized to formalize the actions and extend the building with owner to remove any structure without damage on demand.
Baltimore September reporting on labor unrest cites Willers of the Baltinters and Onto allroad torighe denying any conference with BM. Jewell and stating no talks with strike leaders occurred while railway shop improvements progress. Authorities note a Baltimore arrest as part of broader union tension and government injunction actions.
An obituary recounts Alfred Crore and others connected to Salix Textile Manufacturing Company dying in recent days. Services were held at St Pact Episcopal Church with a large delegation from the factory’s office force present. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, and survivors include Mrs. Josephings Warner and Mrs. Howard Clan.
Stratford's 175 Democratic voters including 82 women will hold their town caucus at the town hall. The town committee and county and state conventions will be discussed with candidates for state representative and local offices likely to be chosen at the direct primaries. Voter registration and petition status are in flux as petitions and applications flow in. a home destroyed by fire adds to the day's local concerns.
Handy Andy promotes high quality tools for expert machinists carpenters and apprentices. The ad stresses satisfaction from superior gear and offers in store demonstrations and personal service to help customers choose the right tools.
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