20 Sep 1923
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1923
Page
1
SOS signals picked up in Milford and near New Haven as a freighter about 10 miles offshore in dense fog may be the tanker Occidental. The message indicates a potential emergency with search and rescue efforts likely underway.
An SOS from a steamship in distress east of New Haven was picked up by Naval radio tonight. Efforts were made to summon Long Island Sound steamers to aid the vessel, but no reply had been received. Reports from Milford and New Haven mention garbled messages and possible identification as Occident or Occidental on the route from Port Arthur to Boston.
State should not accept the Coast road at South Port and Westport due to a rough top surface finish by contractors. Citizens complain as several miles opened to traffic recently. Also report mentions contacting Admiral Coontz to ask Navy craft be sent to anchor for Navy Day events on October 28.
Miners in Pennsylvania resume operations after a brief stoppage tied to wage talks. A new contract gives a ten percent wage boost, an eight hour day, and other concessions, signed in Milford with Governor Pinchot present. Normal output expected by week’s end as 193,000 miners return.
Milford faces a grave water famine as officials warn of possible water shutoffs. A meeting of Milford, New Haven, and West Haven water directors will seek measures to preserve supply, including drawing surplus from West Haven’s Maltby Lake reservoir. The warning urges careful use to avoid outages and protect public health.
A microscope valued over $100 was taken yesterday from Columbus Hospital on Washington avenue. Police report the incident as a theft. details remain scarce and no suspects are named.
Michael Smith of Barnum Avenue attacked the Union restaurant at 443 Water Street yesterday. He damaged the storefront and threw a cash register, injuring himself with glass. He was hospitalized for head and face wounds, charged with drunkenness and breach of the peace, held on $100 bond. His wife Jean Reale was arrested on a related charge for insulting conduct.
Plea details reveal mandating 12 to 38 year prison terms tied to the Marlo Flambo case amid Republican primary actions and town leadership changes. Coroner halts youth death probe, a restaurant liquor raid triggers arrests, and a street brawl causes shattered windows as Bridgeport and neighboring towns discuss public inquiries and civic actions.
The Interstate Commerce Commission opened an informal probe into the New Haven railroad passenger rate increases effective October. Protest from William McGrath cites higher costs for commuting between New Haven and Hartford. The commission notes potential rate hikes up to 60 percent, with formal protests due by October 6 and possible suspension through October 15 if justified.
Paris hosts a tea party with British Prime Minister Baldwin and Lord Crewe meeting President Smiler at Rambouillet. A subsequent hour and a half conversation was described in semi official reports as notably cordial.
A Water shortage on the West Mountain estate of Joseph Cannony caused a massive fire that destroyed a two story garage, stable, and repair shop with an estimated loss of 40000. Firemen, hampered by lack of water, let the building burn while protecting adjacent structures. Two automobiles were saved. hay, machinery, and furniture were lost amid a large gasoline explosion. The cause is unknown and a chauffeur was reportedly last seen in the building.
In a city court yesterday 91 year old Condello pleaded guilty to manslaughter for stabbing Mario Plumbo in Plumboe store at 95 Hallett street. Self defense claimed by counsel Pasquale Vioni and Judge Edward Nicholson. State's evidence suggested Condello under the influence threatened and stabbed Plumbo and wounded a woman with a knife. Sentence set at 12 to 15 years in state prison after judge noted the aged facts and fatal outcome. Continued from page 1.
Milford says Mrs. Christopher Sullivan of Waterbury vanished after visiting her sister Mrs Anmi Rutherford at Walnut Beach. The 30 year old mother of five, reported nervous breakdown after a death in the family, left with her sister and children. police search continues as authorities doubt she boarded a trolley or left town.
A report from Queens dated September 4 states the American steamer West Arrow, en route from Tivernoal to Tostan, was involved in a collision around 12220 hours with the liner Haverfond. The star liner sustained bow damage while no serious injuries are reported to the crew.
Yale plans season ticket sales for home games including North Carolina October 6 Georgia October 13 Brown November 10 Maryland November 27. Ticket packages offer admission to the Yale Army game and other benefits. exact prices and sale details are listed in the season brochure.
In the White Plains Supreme Court on trial for first degree murder, Walter S. Ward faces a tense day as his defense questions the prosecution’s evidence. Attorney Allen R. Campbell pressed witnesses to admit alleged coaching and inconsistencies amid dramatic courtroom exchanges and a360-degree test of credibility.
Oklahoma Governor Jack Walton says he will keep the state under martial law for a year if needed to stamp out lawlessness, claiming he has the men and money to sustain such action. Tulsa reports note editors opposing Walton and urging immediate legislative action as labor and political factions watch closely.
A hole in a wall under a sink at 110s Barnum avenue was stuffed with rags by boys at play. Smoke drove families from rooms, and firemen from chemical company No. 2 battled the blaze causing about 310 in damage. Earlier, firefighters responded to a dairy grass fire and a brush blaze on Princeton row, tied to Bridgeport Hydraulics.
Bridgeport officials clash over who may appoint voting machine mechanics. Town Clerk Clarence Winton seeks opinion from Attorney General Healy, citing 1923 charter amendment. Mayor Atwater cites election law section granting mayors authority under consolidated city governance. The dispute could prompt protests if a Republican-leaning ruling favors the clerk.
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