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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 18, 1923

Page

15

Stratford Tax Cuts and Town Budget Debate

A Stratford bulletin by the People’s General Committee denounces fake notices and highlights a 4.5 mill tax-rate cut within a 349,260.23 budget. It cites grand list growth, reduced patronage, and endorsements for eight of nine councilmen plus several candidates for constables and street officials ahead of the town elections.

Stratford People's General Ie Belas Leroy Lewis Peoplew General Committee Mays Apud Albert F._Bartlow W. A. Keeling People's General Committee Williamy HL. Fryer Georgy E. Ober William E. Lewis Frederick Albrecht Joseph Buea Jkay Joby Colbree G. W. Conklin Herbert J. Levis John R. C. Lau James A. White Tomorow Ahla Will Clan Frank E. Conine Vernon Morehouse Affectien Henry B. Weil Lester Idwin Ted Kisberk Wroge

Live Baby Found On Road Near New Canaan Line

A newborn infant was discovered abandoned along a rural road near Pound Ridge, twelve miles north of town, wrapped in a blanket and drenched from a morning rain. State officials and the New York Child Welfare Bureau responded, but no clues as to the leave‑behind party were found.

New Canaan Septielal Tony Font New York Suturca Buffoneye George S.auscot New York Child Welfare Bureau Poundkidee

Greenwich Horse Show Highlight At McClenahan Farm Port Chester

Special to The Telegram Greenwich Society of Weatchesters New York and Greenwich sent a forme at the Loth annual horse show under the Westchester Riding Association at James McChonaham’s Nutourne Farm Port Gochester. Polona spick and spon six-year-old daughter of Gordyn Colonel Doey triumphed in the serving game. Grand president Helen Grandity led the Greenwich riders with Miss Beth Leary Emma of the Riding Association among the young winners. The polo pony exbla and the old tie exhibit drew praise as Women Crawford and other local wives attended the dinner for over 100 guests.

Greenwich Telegram Society of the Weatchesters New Yorke City Loth Air Tas Gordyn Celonel Doey Grand Greenwich End Mberhi Ilaene Binns Beth Leary Emma Eugenia Morris Edward M. Morris

Referendum on Soldiers Field Purchase Debated in City Council

City aldermen debated a referendum on whether to let residents decide if the city should purchase Soldiers Field, noting prior council approval but subsequent opposition. Separate discussions covered a proposed gas station at Park Avenue and Gregory Street amid public hearings, with supporters citing business use and opponents warning of neighborhood impact.

Lao Field Bethsles Pequonnock Street Park Avenue Samuel Carn Lawrence 3. Winklestone Carp Bologna PL Ft Howard Edward Belligantene Acrosa St. Tresald Auton Bowers Speaiing Ig & House Celles Caty Sheriffohn Malorey Teres Jtyt Serosa Park Avenue Aupustlon Bharnl Parachiat Tehoul Park Twenth Maloz’ry Perkan Conmltler J Gtners Asteolisiment William Osherlund Swedian M. M Ac Purl Hewood Avenues Wits Tie Wil Bicdua Wire Tanke Co Cornell Lake Torpado Boat Co J Company la Sur R. Arthur Browhon Hackeyord Hud Nor Kenehs Teoinlae Cimon Barnywan Seeley Wilson Marshill State Street Ihe Pendim Anneale Suyedon Dart Pee MusKundid Srovhers Wudlle Strests Covell Vintus Pfireien Ediy Gaxployen Oppres Wien Atwater City Nations Bank Tuttre Coaltore Navel Bank Aya Ghe Yeaorday Eliy Horan Wugene C. J. Kelly Eury Alfred Veness Ciy Ask Water Sylvan Crest Mayer Athwater Carnell James A. McEiray Bridgeport Hydraulic Co Lie Board of Health Howard J. Bryan Aldreman Icenny Sr Hydraulic Co Relrand Walte Tehise Twa Perms Ralph DB. Shaw Sts Carroll Avenue Liuls Anye Lin Ikay Gompany Gompany Basquel Ilpivectjy Pak Sendon Pinza Lo Melipepor

Stratford Grange Fair Preparations Underway

Stratford residents organize the annual food and vegetable fair at the Town Hall Scray ford Center on Thursday. Councilman Harry Wilcoxon and Herbert Snipran lead the committees with My. Frank Hlakeman W.K. Lab Bell and Mrs. Marold Holmes, inviting farmers and families to showcase harvests and culinary skills.

Stratford Sepe Spector Harry Wilcoxon Herbert Snipran Frank Hlakeman W.K. Lab Bell Marold Holmes Scrayford Genter Hia

Obituary notices for Annie Smith and others in local area

A flood of funeral notices and obituaries follows, naming Annie Smith of Diss and multiple others. Details give home addresses, funeral times, cemeteries, officiants, churches, and pallbearers, with interments at Lakeview, Park, St Michael’s, and other local cemeteries.

Magician to Entertain Hillside Home Inmates

Byron Weldon known as 3 R Weldon will perform at the Hillsite home for inmate benefit. The event is scheduled Thursday evening with a program including magic tricks and feats. Weldon has a long stage history and has given charity shows in various parts of the city during his vacation visit.

Byros Dty Hla Vacalion

Danbury Republicans Renominate All Office Holders

Danbury party caucus renominated all current Republican office holders while the Democratic primary featured Ada Pagan’s bid for reappointment to the Town School Committee. Other races included deputy posts, registrar of voters, town treasurer, selectmen and various boards, with bi partisan representation noted.

Danbury Pagan Stebbins Republican Ada G. Pagan Mra iMey Pagan Wetan Steyhen Mesre Ent Goos Macre Merv Pagan Toari Bel Democratic Primar Bonihaten Tyypishtis Caucuk George OT Stellong Trempera Tollow Orien Stephen de Moore Au Ami Geos Registrar of Voters John W Dune Leavy Fey A Keung William T. Cable Flint Semetmean Charles A. Hodge Severd Selectman Whiten J. Lynchy Geore MM Stolbas Town Tas Cole Jeter E. GC Fernand Goard Belot John Lut Teed Brown Republian Vaudi A. Deakin Michael Cgllioth Erward Oo Ginty James I Greece Willant C. Gilpere Ayrry Mer Lachiin A. &. Urownles Constabies A & Valrebna Maurris Donald L. Clatery

Democrats Plan Organization For Coming Election

Democrats in Wilworn plan a party meeting at the Marly headquarters on Avery Street to organize for the upcoming election. Judge Hobery Stoddard and a slate of committee members will coordinate activities and outline goals for the two-year election cycle.

Democrats Wilworn Sressay Hobery i Stoddard Uromittee Marly Aiver Olmanltres Uy de Democratie Enteis Volivisthse Juder Stoddard Bawnied Brotherton Charles A. Seeley Alvert P. Stowe H.C. @atiles George Clark Claretien Matt Willig M O'Mara Clarance Melean Howard J. Mahee Berton Smith Joan Gwinon Walhem Hoyt Beert FL Smith Jeremiah Roderick Werner Gutenhere Ferbert Pererson Charles Ho Hoitun BK. I Seanez James To Rose James J. Kerwhs Frederick Keny Stenten J. Bon Charley WH. Purren Bernard I. Fugen James EB. Maher Mites Willan Ieltis HH. M. Angel

Newtown Board Reopens Eighth Grade in School

Newtown board reopens eighth grade at the local school after considering practicality. Since Hawley School opened, eighth grade pupils from the district had attended Flazeley School, but the board decided it was more convenient to teach each grade in its own school for the time being.

Newtown Board Newpown Bowris Utter Nave Hawley School Flazeley Bord

Wheeler Urges Strict Terms for Liquor Violators

New Haven Sept 16 Chief Justice George W Wheeler urged public cooperation to enforce the 1981 amendment. He called for a uniform policy among prosecutors and state attorneys to prosecute bootlegging liquor offenders with strict sentences. He urged sending most violators to the Superior Court for severe penalties.

New Haven Citiveny United States George W Wheeler Wheeler

Federal courts face 42 cases on September docket

Sens. report a heavy September term ahead as the United States District Court plans to open September 25 with 42 cases on the docket. Judge Edwin S. Thomas of Norwalk to preside, possibly joined by Judge Henry W. Goddard of New York for civil matters and equity, while 30 criminal cases remain to be heard and a grand jury term begins October 2. The docket includes 16 equity suits, two bankruptcy matters, and various criminal actions, with A S K Smith coordinating preparations and court officials urged to address congestion.

Sew Haven United States Edwin S. Thomas Norwalk Henry W. Goddard New York Sany Neevieux Dome Shinh A.S .K. Smith Goddart Steen

Local Notes and Movements in Lordship and Syracuse

Lordship Sep 17 Specialty to Telestream J-Mr and Mrs F a Moulton of Syracuse assist their daughter Mrs W G Davis of Popular street. Miss Dorothy Burt to return to Russell Sage college after summer with Dr and Mrs Milo Burt Grove street. Mr and Mrs G E Ruth er Pirah avenue entertain several guests. Mrs Conrad Olsen and family leaving for Myrtle avenue this week. Annie Smith funeral services set from Mrs James P Pollard home 503 Prospect Drive Monday. Burial in Lakeview cemetery.

Lordship Telestream F. A. Moulton Syracuse W. G. Davis Popular Street Moulton Dorothy Burt Russell Sage Colleer Milo Burt Grove Street G. E. Ruther Pirah Avenue Herman Foesrester Springfivid Ernea. Keele Holyoke Ciara Clark Seacea Puta Conrad Olsen Familly Res. Ruther Annie Smith John Clanes Bridgeport Highiadool James P. Pollard Prospect Drive Mondey Burtol

St Marys Church Observes 40 Years Dedication

St Marys church here marks the 40th year of its dedication by a mission. The Ascension Fathers conducted the event with Rev. John D B Kennedy serving as pastor of the church.

Mrs Chandler Praises Tanlac In Personal Ad

A Springfield resident, 36 Keith St, Chandler reports relief after taking Tanlac for a year of weakness, loss of appetite, sleep troubles, and fatigue. She says weight increased, appetite, digestion, and energy improved, noting Tanlac as Nature’s remedy and urging not to accept substitutes.

Nike F. Chandler Keith SL Springfield Yale

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