Navy Wreck Claims Bridgeporter May Die in Fog
Seaman Joseph Stimak 49 of 265 Bunnell Street, a crewman on destroyer Young, is listed among probable missing after seven Pacific fleet destroyers wrecked in fog off California. News shocks his mother Elizabeth Snabelan as officials note the list is unofficial and only one death officially confirmed.
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Bunnell Street
Young
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Pacific
Navy Department
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Washington
An & Lian
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James Wheaton Harvey
Omaha
Slimak
Navy
Lua
Elizabeth Snabelan
William
Ts Sepadurs
Linestn
General Electric Company
Hfe
San Diego
Caltorals
Calif
Associated Prese
Tryin
Uncle Sam
Aca
la Bonds
Santa Bartara
Tyes
Warshin
Cuba
San Miguel Island
Squadsron 11
Fairfield county officials vow united front against lawlessness
Chief Justice George W. Wheeler led a conference at the County building with Fairfield county judges, city and borough officials, and state attorneys. They adopted resolutions for stricter enforcement of the 18th amendment and jail terms for bootleggers, promising full cooperation across county units and renewed public duty.
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Lawless
Ness
Fairfield County
George W. Wheeler
Connecticut Superior Court
Wheeler
Haa
Coury Court
Tuatee Wheeler
First Day School Registration Near 24 000 In City
On the first day of the fall term about 24 000 students registered as expected to rise by 1 000 more. Total elementary enrollment reaches 20 000 while high schools total 3 100. The district notes unfinished school organization and rushed building plans delaying full readiness. Forty two pupils completed summer work and entered high school with more expected. Examinations under supervisor Miss Hurley proceed at the main high school building with subjects including spelling geography and English composition.
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E. Everett Cortright
High Schoo
Coxtrieht
Sind
Anu Sr
Mira Fannin A. Hurley
Ain
Governors to joint study on coal freight rates
Harrisburg dispatch says Governor Pinchot urged 30 states to study methods to curb coal price gouging this winter. He aims to curb anthracite freight rate fluctuations and asked for ICC reviews, with a possible regional conference after governors respond. Figures show Pennsylvania exports to New York, New Jersey, and other states. He met with Public Service Commission chair and will await his return from vacation before any meeting plans.
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W. D. Alney
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Ohio
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Texas
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Hurrlaborg
Eclipse View Shines Over Mexico City Amid Eclipse
Mexico City residents enjoyed a clear solar eclipse with the event reaching near totality at maximum. The eclipse began around 1:00 PM and lasted about four hours, 1 minute, with a strange twilight dimming indoor lights.
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Mexico City
City Japanese relief fund grows rapidly with 1000 gift
The Bridgeport relief drive for Japanese earthquake survivors reports a record rush of donations led by a $1,000 gift from Mr. and Mrs. Walter Lashar. Director Mila Gilleck notes the drive’s fast pace and urges continued community support as volunteers expand station collections across banks and public places. About 14,496.05 raised by last night, with 4,921.25 since Saturday, and 8,?za. ai collected in the first 48 hours. Quota not yet announced.
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Walter
Lashar
Mila Gilleck
Sridgepord
Fleck
Pirates seize ship from Canton to Tong Kong in raid
On a Saturday night fifty armed pirates aboard a steamship from Canton to Tong Kong surprised the captain and forced officers to the wheel house. They looted $20,000 in gold and took hostage the ship's passengers and crew for ransom.
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Hong Kong
Canton
Tong Kong
Cotton Advances Ninety Points in Early Trading
New York report shows October cotton futures rising ninety points within the first half hour, trading around 2A.1 a bale above Saturday’s close. Washington data from the Department of Commerce notes world cotton supply to Aug 1 at 27,776,000 bales, up from 26,? in 1928.
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New York
Ogiober Cotton
Washington
M O Skrvey
Department of Commerce
Horse frightened by incident injures rider at St Vine Hospital
A horse driven by Harry Hil of Lhendon bolted on John Street at night, threw him from the seat and injured him with superficial head abrasions. The horse was stopped after running Bey.
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Harry Hil
Lhendon
John Street
Hiv
St. Vinecent
Bey
Town committee makes no choice for postmaster
Bridgeport’s town committee deferred endorsing a postmaster nominee after Civil Service exam ratings were released. Charlts F Greene, Arthur Connor, and Frederick J Wetstine led the eligible list. Merritt’s confirmation and a formal notice delayed action. No opposition was seen among members, with Rob inson awaiting Merritt's word before a special meeting.
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Kay Arthur F. Connor
Alnwat
Bridgeport
Republican Party
Schuyler Merritt
Telenoram
Civil Service Commission
Charlts
Greene
Arthur Connor
Frederick J. Wetsline
Yaterday
Wetstine
Trartford
Robinson
J. Alex Robinson
Merrity
Merritt
Catem
Tews Committee
Green Mountains
Stamford
Connor
Typhoid and Dysentery Add to Tokio's Suffering
London dispatch reports typhoid and dysentery in Tokio amid ruins and scarce medical supplies. Foreigners and Japanese search for relatives among wreckage while bodies lie in the streets. refugees rescued from Hakone district recount harrowing quake experiences.
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Tokio
Shanghai
Yokohama
London
Daily Express
When East Meets West in a High Society Union
Society circles buzz over the marriage of widow Sidi Wirt Spreckels and Turkish Prince Sung Chakir. The piece hints at cross continental alliances and questions if this union will succeed as a brilliant American career unfolds.
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Hemispheres
Sidi Wirt Spreckels
Sung Chakir
Kansas
Constantinople
Nation's $5,000,000 Red Cross Japan relief drive grows
As of tonight 4.17962 million dollars has been pledged for Japan earthquake relief with divisions reporting ongoing gifts. Red Cross Chairman John Barton Payne stresses funds are for relief only and will be administered by a volunteer business committee. Navy and State Department lines report urgent needs for food, clothing, medical supplies, and shelter for stricken areas and refugees.
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Japan
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Ambassador Wood
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Red Cross
Coolidge
American Red Cross
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Red Cross of Fields
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Anderson
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Cornell
Lo Kobe
Tehnaon
Hitcheoes
Kobe
Stratford Democrats Focus on Economy and Party Unity
Stratford, September 10. Special to Luo Telegram reports the Democratic caucus appointing a town committee to pursue economy and fund raising. The panel lists district representatives including Dontey, Ay Garneau, Newbern, Stephen Rohe, McQuillan, Abl, Mahlon, Ludlow, and Nuthin Wella, signaling a unified effort amid internal tensions.
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Democratic Party
Ryen Finde
Birst
Deserh Dontey
Hartars Silent On Political Plans
Beratar Jena L. flacer is named for the Democratic ticket in town and mayor races but says he is not in a position to work today due to being absent from Bridgeport on business. Party leaders disfavor opponents while Liat Marver is nominated, citing Harter’s senatorial recognition as justification for alt candidates.
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Beratar Jena L. Flacer
Bridgeport
Harter
Alten
Common Council votes for new city hall site and streets
Local notes show Common Council approving a new city hall site at avenues and Bank streets amid extended local governance talk. Other items include student registration surging on first day, county plans expanded law enforcement, and a hectic slate of civic meetings and community notices.
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Bank Streets
Republican Town Committee
Gonnor
Greene
Wetgtine
Sharvord
Ratland
Wharlea Gerdenior
New York
Ligniet S. Cummings
Teofil Lankowski
Paxaar
Tuberculosiy
Helief Association
Health Board
Drafty Communication Lp
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Sylvan Creat
Regal Sailor
U.S
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Hartford
Rose M. Daly
J. Ryan
City council moves to buy site for new city hall
By a 12 to 41 vote the Common Council approved negotiating for a site at Main State and Bank streets adjoining the current hall. Short term notes totaling 150900 were authorized to cover the first payment in a 600000 city hall site deal with City National Bank, with a 300000 bank purchase for the public library building. The plan awaits Superior Court ruling on related library property issues.
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City Hall
City National Bank
William J. Kogan
Shire 21
Wilbert Sanford
Hepublican
Plens
Chase
Tem Vrow
Fn & Cauigns
Merman Hogan
David A. Cropin
Alderian
Kelly
Pinder
Xtopa
Tavor
Caucu
Av Ln
Susperior
Songruths
Burroushs Public
Wsajas Library
Stlde
Bred Atwater
Joseph AL Cornell P
City Council Votes 12 11 to Buy Main State and Bank Site
The council approved spending to acquire the block at Main Street State Street and Bank Avenue for a proposed City Hall project as votes split 12 to 11. The plan aims to consolidate city offices and improve municipal services pending further steps.
Health Board Urges Sylvan Crest Water System
Health Board officials say only 34 wells in the Sylvan Crest district supply water fit for home and drinking use. They drafted a letter to Mayor AB Water and the Common Council urging installation of a water system at the earliest. The report cites 130 wells inspected with only 20 percent satisfactory and six percent pore quality. A potential epidemic is feared if pure water is not provided to 1,045 residents.
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Board of Health Commissioners
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William Hall Coomelly
Sanitation Department
Gaonalan
Migs Maura Ganaphedl
Mt. Holyaky College
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