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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1925
Page
8
The Danbury Boosters club refused to take a position on motor bus transportation between Danbury and other cities. President Edward v. Gildea of the Congress Taxt company urged backing against the New England transportation company, a subsidiary of the NYNH Hartford railroad. The club noted Gildea’s Danbury operations to Bridgeport and Waterbury routes.
Advert says Cod Liver Oil tablets provide extra vitamins and fattening flesh. A 60 cent box of 60 tablets is urged, with a money back guarantee if no five pound gain in 30 days, claiming some people gain 10 pounds in 30 days. Sold by Hindle & Leverly Drug Stores and other druggists.
The New England Transportation Co petitioned for a Danbury to Waterbury line and eyed a Danbury to Bridgeport link, while president Gildea warned against competition, saying two rivals would force one out and hurt Danbury hospital service. The club deferred action, sending the matter to its executive committee after Superintendent Guinee condemned Gildea’s appearance.
Stamford officials unveil an extensive zoning and building plan after months of closed sessions. A public hearing is set for September 16 in the high school assembly hall. Abram Speike, a Stamford finance board member and large real estate holder, denounces the proposal as legalized larceny harming property rights and growth.
The New England conference agreed to advise state fuel administrators where no administrator exists. John Hays Hammond warned oil cannot solve the fuel problem due to scarcity and high prices, urging use of low volatile bituminous coal with an estimated $70,000,000 potential savings. Conference attendees included governors Winant of New Hampshire and Fuller of Massachusetts, along with J. C. Boyle and others from Maine Vermont Connecticut Rhode Island.
Eunice C Darling daughter of Mr and Mrs Lyman B Darling married Tuesday to Edgar W Soule son of Mr and Mrs Willard Soule. Ceremony performed by Rev Elsie F Stowe of South Britain. After a reception the couple left for their home in Medora North Dakota.
The federal license of John A. Grant, chief engineer of the Mackinac, Pawtucket excursion steamer, was revoked by local inspectors after a August 18 Newport harbor boiler explosion that killed 53. George W. McVay, captain, faces negligence charges. George Mullen, assistant engineer, to appear Sept 29. Grant must forward his license to local inspectors.
Wealthy Stamford resident Mrs Thomas McMillan was attacked and gagged by an unknown man on Neroton avenue last night around 9 20. Darien and Stamford police hunt the assailant with scant description while a house guest presence scared him away. Mrs McMillan suffered a jaw injury and was gagged with cloth during the assault.
C A Willard announced Bridgeport gains a new industry led by JL Lederman, Swiss watch crystal maker leasing 5,002 square feet on the top floor at 209 Center Street for a 5 year term starting January 1. About 15 workers to be hired. firm supplies high end watch cases globally. Michael Roth and Frank Muller credited for initiating the move.
Frederick Ives of the Ives Trucking Company told Kiwanis members at Stratfield yesterday noon that trucking firms act as buffers between shippers and the roads. He discussed daily business problems and past and present conditions, offering advice to merchants and manufacturers on speeding deliveries. President Bayliss read a telegram from delegates at the Portland convention sending congratulations. Henry Cliff, away at a Forestry Commission convention, was noted next.
Mrs Belasco wife of the theatrical producer was fined and forfeitures totaling 1493 for failing to declare purchases from Europe aboard the Paria. An investigation of her luggage showed undeclared apparel valued at 960 dollars after a tip from travelers aboard the Paris.
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