Prizes Awarded for Fine Flowers at Ridgefield
The tenth annual Ridgefield Garden Club exhibition held at the Congregational church drew around 700 entries. Prizes covered best fruit, antirrhinum collections, asters, crocus displays, dahlias, delphinium seedings, gladioli, and many other floral categories. Notable winners include Mrs. Richard Colt, Mrs. Henry Chappell, Miss Clausse Livingston, and Mrs. Fraser with the Rosanna dahlia variety. the event featured both adult and children’s exhibits and emphasized accessible, well-lit display areas.
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Ridgefield
Riegefeld Garden Club
Congregational
Tuesaay
Hargid Brundage
Me. Carver
Carver
Richard Colt
Henry Chappell
Clausse Livingston
Arthur C. Prager
Fraser
Gardin
Privs
B. Ogden Chiscla
Edna Schoyer
Mixe Schoyer
Mra
Cc. Overton
Overton
Mas Schoyer
B. C. Lewis
Mitc
M. I. Hyde
Anita Hitchcock
Jissue Marnart
Jayde
J. A. Mitchell
Mesa Denton Smith
Hoperydle
Cass Gilbert
Jonathan Buikies
E. Lewis
Mra. Chiselm
Mra. Foe
Lewis
Chiselin
Beat Spelen
Mary Olcott
Dudley Roberts
Wiles
Milss Olcott
F. 15. Lewis
C. C. Overton
Db. W. Shaona
Schoner
M. L. Hyrte
Ote | Second Cosertion priannials—Mira. HH. 1. S, First; Mrs. Chisel
Misa Sehoyer
Thomas
Maz
H. J. Thomas
Ellsde
Maynard
Denton Smith
Ors Tevaveth I
Aire
Fiestr
Olcott
Jonathan + Bulkiey
Colleton
Bulkley
Ties
C. L. Whormas
Sebylgloselh
Mo Bulkley
Firs
Wallace
Erin
Greenwich Man Drowned From Boat in New York
Walter Kuetel of Greenwich, in the automobile business with his brother, drowned this morning at Hudson, New York while on vacation. He fell from a small boat on the lake and failed to surface despite efforts. His body to be brought home tonight as reports reach his family.
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Greenwich
Sperial
Walter Kuetel
Hudson
N. Y
Sheldon B. Kuetel
Kuetel
New York
Snappy at 89 Years in Greenwich
Henry Dayton of Greenwich at ninety who keeps a strict daily routine walking half a mile to FieldPoint Road and back from New York City each day. He claims hard work keeps him young and plans to die in harness, still commuting to the railroad station and remaining the eldest daily traveler.
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Greenwich
Henry Dayton
New York City
Westport Court Scene Faces Bond Forfeitures
In Westport the town court set to hear cases including Jake Leys charged with driving misconduct and related bond forfeitures. Several defendants failed to appear, bonds of 1000, 1000 and 1009 were forfeited as federal agents awaited New Haven suspects.
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Westport
Spada
Jake Leys
Compo Tin
Levy
Equet
Patty Nuzzo
Salvatore Mausucio
Saugatuck
Wi Nuzzo
Thtar H. Perry
Rmmi
Nick Cimino
Olive Atroce
New Haven
Angelo Lopre
Warren Shreet
Edward Doolan
Edward Binherty
Anthony Manion
Hraven
Willem Nigh
West
Tath Street
New York City
Leo
Carrot
Wedding Today in Greenwich for Newark Youths
Miss Elizabeth McGall of Newark will wed James G. Metcalf of Newark at Rev Royal E. Graham's Newark church. Best man Frederick Weimine. bride's sister Helen Decker of Newark to assist. After ceremony they sail to Maine then residence planned on Prospect Street Greenwich. Metcalf a Worcester College graduate, with Wright and Hirschbers law firm. member of Greenwich Bar Association and Masonic lodge. violinist and guitarist with ability to provide music.
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Greenwicil
Elizabeth AM. McGall
Caugherer
Roand Ars
James G. Metall
Newark
N. T
Aries Petensill
Dayton Avenue
Tomoérrow
Fhrlen Decker
Nearney
Greenwich
Royal E. Graham
V6 Avenue -Presbyterian Church
Alaine Masaschusetts
Grasus Nyyses
Prospect Street
Detrengill
Isouton University
Laneachusl
Wright & Hirschbers Bere
Greenwich Bar
M. Gccand Arnel Lodge
Newtown notes and local property purchases
Sept 13 Newtown specials report that Treasury fund contributions toward Japanese Ketler Mund reach 3362 and may be added to by day end. Town records show several land deals including purchase along Lake Zoar shores for bungalow sites, with properties near Newtown and Hawksville changing hands. Local residents Marie Hoff and Edward Piteschler hosted visits. Dwelley Street renovations progress and a fire-damaged upper floor reconstruction underway. A forthcoming dance at Greenight TEED Country Club hosted by Amwerivan Lesson foe de Denes ton is planned for September 28 with organizers promising elaborate preparations and a large turnout.
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Newtown
Tressurythur T. Nestlecon
Whings Bank
Mtnut Lne
Robert
Goddari An
Elizer
Keldpenost ‘Trust Company
Clara Sheehan
Leephon Hig Refugues Wits
Pitafold
Mass
Marie Hoff
Edward
Piteschler
Af Dwlehy
George Aetithh
Wren
Vriduyight
Beeman Boom in Fairfield Gains Political Momentum
Beeman supporters rally behind his independent bid for the Fairfield School Board. The article notes Beeman’s long service and that he has not campaigned personally, while detailing organizers’ efforts to mobilize voters, circulate circulars, and secure pledges to cover campaign expenses ahead of potential 78 day pre election period. The piece references Beeman’s Connecticut roots, Yale education, and longtime Raleigh parish work as context for his candidacy.
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Connecticut
Lowen
Beersan
Jeera
Beeman
Yhemapaley
Southpark
Rerathoe Greenfield Hl
Tunsis Will
Holland Hil
Lanox Heights
Staples High Alumni Salamagundi Party at Staples High
A Staples High alumni gathering in Westport was held at Riverside Avenue, drawing a large turnout. Attendees enjoyed games and refreshments, followed by a brief meeting where plans were made to co host Hallosye’s party and an event during Thanksgiving holidays.
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Westport
Senl
Atun al
State removes death trap on Compo Road
Westport Telegram reports the state and highway safety officials closed the dangerous curve at Seblivet's Corner on Compo Road after minor crashes and a death trap assessment. A safety zone will be installed and the road reopened to traffic within a few days.
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Compo Road
IsHeelal
Westport
Seni
Seblivet's
Liehway Departnoyen
Service Held at Church of Our Lady of Assumption
The Catholic service took place at the Church of Our Lady of Assumption on Riverside Avenue at nine o clock. Rev Tuohard I Carrall officiated the ceremony in a parish church setting with attendees in morning attire.
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Maza
Church of
Lae Assumption Oat
Riverside
Avon
Catholic Canelery
King Street
Mev
Tuohard I Carrall
Chicken thieves nab choice birds in Newtown pens
Sept 15 Deputy Sheriff says clues may lead to arrest of person or persons visiting Altigon P Smith's coop and John Bur rubble's place. several chickens stolen from near two sites. Community fears more thefts as ducks and Aberdeen Angus stock are showcased at regional expo.
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Newtown
Sherif Muery
Altigon
P. Smith
Smith
John B.rlubbell
Springfeld
Key
Scudder
Currie Tuck Farm
Wilson M. Teynolds
Thoms Kenneedy
West Attent
Siareh Khere
Deywort Street
Devon and area residents return after summer events
Devon Mr and family of Old Point Rand Beash return to Ureb after opening the summer Litehfield. Wollagton and Snrlur residents plan community cleanup on Bridgeport Avenue after a bicycle accident injures a bystander. Church groups raise funds for a pipe organ, and locals join a junk party to support the devotional project.
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Old Point Rand
Beash
Ureb
Williant
Pel Venta
Waelehurster
iNent
Wollagton
George Voater
Snrlur
Nash
Murance Avenue
Thoms MeeGuire
Dridgeport Avenue
Bridgeport Avenue
Fernoan
Christin Mandeavor Society
Devon Union Gihurch
Union Church
New Future
Ohl
Rage
Pipy Organ Fund
J.D. Dana
Yamfis
Cleveland, O
Deven
Airs
W. Gis
Colonial Meenne
Pmina Et Waipat Beach
Saxt
Ab the Ning
Jeune Ou Morita
Ars
Thomas Tanrligen
Fairview
feAnemiinas
Erson
Vrs. A
Devon Festival Committees Announced For Night Fair
C O Mathews chairs the Improvement Association Hair committee and complete arrangements for the Sept 13 event on the association grounds. Mrs C J Mathews leads the Ladies Auxilary as chairwoman with donors already giving slankets attire and two lamps. The five day Washington trip is a key aim as committees finalize booths, food tables, entertainment, and contests with dancing and games planned nightly.
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Devon
Mathews
Improvement Association
Tadies Auxeller
Mme. Sewell
Laurel Beuch
Geo. Madden Latey Booth
T. F. Baldwin
William Maye
Laurena
Larafene Sinitch
Mad Magan
Sullivan
Baffinin Hay
OM. Manks
Ehuw
Young Indies
Henry Valiment
Vegetaire
Alex Hite
Aii
Myers
Grasmere Residents Propose Civic Bond Initiative
Grasmere residents form a civic bond group to organize a town election and assess property valuations. Raymon Freeman chairs a meeting of property owners from Grasmere Heights Mandawbrook and nearby areas to sponsor the new organization and decide on valuations for the lists to The wavessors.
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Matafleld
Chi Pew Eivin Pvzs
Izion
Graviavre Heights
Mandawbrook
Givie Association
Tivie Association
Chaiman
Wavessors
Raymon Freeman
Pews Pt
Dows S. AF Property Owners, SL
Wayside Cross unveiled in Monroe tribute event
A long Monroe item details various local gatherings and visits, including the unveiling of the Wayside Cross monument in New Canaan with Cox of the World War Red Cross service attending. It notes fraternal and church group activities, social visits, and a science talk on earthquakes.
Aston Carnival Success Reported by Fire Company
Chief C. LE. Dicker of the Easton Volunteer Fire Company declares the recently concluded carnival a successful first trial. Members of the Stra campany are commended for untiring efforts and praised for outcomes. Treasurer Bara Seeley reports receipts totaling $2,000.
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Aston
Spet
C. LE. Dickergon
Egston Volunteer Free Company
Thair
Stra Campany
Bara Seeley
Woman Autoist Forfeits Bond In Farfeld Court
In Fairfeld Court Judge Jonathan Grout disposed of another batch of driving violation cases. Frank Grywalski posted 100 bond after a charge of reckless driving. Augusta Clinton found guilty and license suspended. Frances Schneider forfeited 31 bond on reckless driving. Henry Budrot fined costs for improper headlight lenses. John Harris fined 23 and costs for improper senses in road lights. Philip Schursen forfeited a bond for reckless driving. Jon Hunter fined for driving creck without license. Hari Bock fined costs for operating without license. several cases involved fines or payments.
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Fairtwield
Jonathan Grout
Frank
Auguna Clinton
Smugatuck
Win
Fes
Res
Stelle Parker
Benson
Frances Schneider
New York
Henry Budrot
Jonu MH. Harris
Xine Wirth Avenue
Costa Ona
Witi] Reehlese
Jonneller
Hari Bock
Trumbull Officials Meet After Town Session
Trumbull fire company held a brief meeting after the town meeting on Tuesday and the Bond of Finance did as well. The Board of Finance plans to reconvene Wednesday evening to finish the town budget for the coming year. A Fairfield County conference was attended by Warren Hull, Willing Pen, and other local officials, with deputies and wardens listed among attendees.
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Trumbull
Trumbull Fire Company
Board of Finance
George W. Wheeler
Fairfield County Court House
Arthur J. Hull
Warren EE
Plunsd
Bure
Bgorra
Sso Grand Ducer
Willling Pene
Hure Fyene
Andy Mra
Beash
Warren E
Pum
Mra
Uml
Jeirfield County Mire
Putnall Dorks
Local residents enjoy summer reflections and gatherings
Lordship notes reveal Drew and family returning home on Westworth Street after a Hillside Avenue cottage stay. Gravestreet couple Wm Richards and family motored through the Catskill mountains. Miss Jerhol Leuser hosted a misc shower for Billys Aldridge in October. Guests at First Avenue include Mr and Mrs Edward Berg and others.
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Glarry VanYorx
Firat Avenue
Resently
Edward Berg
I. Botsford
M. W. Otteray
Ruth Calhoun
Atwater's Secretary Discharged in Court
Westport September 13 Special to the Telegram Abraham J. Pever of 2215 State Street Bridgeport private secretary to Mayor Fred Atwater was charged with reckless driving by Officer Leo Carrol. His case was nlled in court today on payment of costs $10.52. He was represented by Attorney Larry R. Sherwood.
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Shimon Lanehart
Crean Veil
Jurome Marks
Westport
Oliver Charles J. Quisley
Charles P. Adherson
Bridow Street
Brookyll
Caeroli
Abraham J. Pever
State Street
Bridgeport
Fred At- Watur
Leo &. Carroll
Larry R. Sherwood
Greenwich Noise curb plan meets local snag
Greenwich faces a setback as residents along Boxton Road and Putnam Avenue press for action against truck noise and open-mounts. A state官 reply says enforcement must come from suspensions of licenses, with local health and police boards urged to consider measures while noting legal limits. Local officials pledge cooperation but caution on feasible steps.
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Greenwich
Lattoyer
Yenicina
Connectess
Boxton Road
Putnam Avenue
Bartton Saya
Mac Ly
Poli
Lon
Health Board
Board of Hewitch Cited
Irving
Rao
F.C
Wilbur
Wright
Borton
Board of Health
Barton
Easton News in Brief on Church Society and Visits
Easton notes of Dorcas society members and friends from Easton and nearby towns traveling to North Bridgeport for a social at Mrs. Frank Beach and others. Mentions visitors from Greenfield and Fairfield, Gilbert Campbell returning to Kansas City, and local pastors and church ladies attending Wednesday meeting at Leoks Methodist Church with quilt program.
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Teel French
James Cardon
Fred Candee
Stanley
King
Samuel Seeley
Sylvia Kinore
Elmer Bucky
Greenfield
Stephen Wilson
Fairfield
Gilbert Campbell
Kansas City Co
Edward Gillett
Campbell
Everett
Whitney
Sherwood
Airfield
Chester Hull
Bert Sitter
Mra
Urban Trak
Chesire
Th Gadies' Ad Society
Wimbie Wheeler
George Beers
Robert Murch
Charen H Fredericks
Baptist Church
Alow
Clinton
Als
Samuel
Sils
Fairfield Raises Red Cross Quota Over Half Met
Fairfield on September 13 Special to Telegram reports over 1500 dollars donated to the local Red Cross for the Japanese Re tet Fund. The town quota is 2900 dollars. Virginii B. Perry of Southport chairs the drive and expects the quota to be oversubscribed in days. Contributions are at Southport Savings Bank and Fairfield Trust Company, or by calling Miss Perry in Southport.
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Fairfield
Red Cross
Virginii B. Perry
Southport
Drive Continutes
Southport Savings Bank
Wairfield Trust Company
Miss Perry
New arc lights placed at Fairfield centers
In Fairfield on September 13 the town installed arc lights at Fairfield Center in front of the library and at Carey's corner Southport. The lights, ordered at a town meeting almost two years ago, illuminate dangerous points and improve visibility for motorists and pedestrians along streets feeding into the Post road.
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Fairfield
Fairfield Center
Carey's Corner
Southport
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