Mayor to Name City Officials After Election
Mayor Atwater will Saturday appoint to city boards and offices, using Democratic Executive Board and Republican Voters League recommendations. George M. Coughlin is expected to become Director of Public Works, with Joseph E. Waters likely named Superintendent of Atraits and Bridges, forming the first consolidated post in a broader cost-saving plan. Waters will operate as an assistant to Coughlin with a $3,000 salary, while the director earns $3,500.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred At- Water
Democratic Executive Board
Republican Voters' League
George M. Coughlin
Coughlin
Burns Company
Charles A. Hiltz
Michael A. Kenny
Atwater
Cougalin
Joseph E. Waters
Consolidated Pa
John R. Carter
Board of Governors
Bernard Keating
Amy Sense
Uy Hall
Francis P. Duntean
Ci Hall
Board of
Real Husband and Claimant Seek Divorce
In Superior court Anna Ruggiero alias Reinhold of New Haven faces divorce actions filed the same day by Armando Riggiero and Arthur Reinhold. The records indicate she wed Armando March 18 1913 and later lived with Arthur, claiming a separation since July 20 1920. The proceedings seek annulment and divorce with both husbands named in the suits.
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Beth A Sega
Anna Ruggiero
Reinhold
New Haven
Scession
Arthur Reinhold
Armando Riggiero
Edwarte
Mayor Atwater and Woodrow Wilson Birthday Anniversary
The anniversary of Woodrow Wilson and Mayor Fred Atwater is observed quietly at City Hall. The mayor spends the day at his desk while receiving congratulations and greetings from friends and admirers.
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Woodrow Wilson
Fred Atwater
Great Progress Toward Peace In Ireland
Supporters of the Irish peace treaty claim definite progress toward public approval and say ratification is virtually certain when Dail Eireann meets on January 3. Michael Collins and Arthur Griffiths advocate ratification while Sinn Fein activists mobilize civilians and voters. De Valera remains vocally against the pact, though his influence is waning amid pro ratification agitation.
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Dublin
Dall Eireann
Michael Collins
Irish Republican Army
Arthur Grimm
Sinn Fein
South Ireland
Dail Eireann
Eamonn de Valera
Nora Merwin Sues for 10000 Damages Over Porch Collapse
The Superior court heard formal papers in a 10000 damage action brought by Nora Merwin against William W. Stewart of this city. The incident occurred May 2 when a portion of the porch at 88 Myrtis avenue collapsed. Stewart owns the property leased to Francia M. Cullen, with Merwin visiting at the time. The suit alleges the defendant knew of the porch’s poor condition and concealed it from the plaintiff and lessee.
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Nora Merwin
William W. Stewart
Myrtis Avenue
Stewart
Francia M. Cullen
Third A. E. F. Killing Charged To Opte By Senator Watson
Washington reports a new charge against Lt Col H I Ople of Staunton Va for killing his orderly William Woolwine in a dugout near the Argonne in October 1915. Senator Watson of Georgia has handed the testimony to Senator Brandegee, alleging a third instance of Ople’s involvement in the deaths of men in his battalion.
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Washington
H. I. Ople
Staunton
William Woolwin
Argonne
Watson
Georgia
Mrandegee
Connecticut
Fammilites
Neninat Ople
Amnion
Trad. Infantry
Ople
Smith
Matton
IF Od
Americ
Toad Wiliaon
Lee Colling
William Askewbrind
Willian Woolwine
Opie
Woolwitne
Henry TL
Scott
Kenmore
Claude Breedon
Covington
Brandegee
John S. Cannon
A. EB. F
Kansas City
Canne
Mrs Sophronia Omans Noted Charity Leader Dies
Mrs Sophronia M Omans widow of Joel P Omans famed for Associated Charities leadership in Bridgeport dies at 708 Park Avenue. Born in Earlville New York she moved to the city 51 years ago with her husband and worked to expand nurseries and a girls club. She deeded Springside Farm for recuperation and helped found Women’s Staff for the Children’s Ward at Bridgeport Hospital. She served as honorary president for life and was active in Christ Episcopal church.
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Sophronia M. Lee Omans
Joel P. Omans
Park Avenue
Earlville
N. Y
Abel Lee
Lee
Cannon Street
Courtland Street
Omang
H. D. Gates
Associated Charities
H. H. Pyle
Omans
William H. Griffith
Pyle
Charles Wilmot
Springside Farm
Trumbull
Bridgeport Hospital
Charles H. Armstrong
Needle
Christ Episcopal Church
Hogan May Get Big Job At Pumping Station
Mayor Atwater plans a new municipal pumping station post to supervise the plant with Alder man FH Hogan of the sixth district likely to be named superintendent. The $3000 a year role follows earlier Wilson era plans and hints at consolidating City Engineer and Public Works leadership under Atwater.
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Hogan
Fred Atwater
FH. Hogan
Atwater
Tia
Clifford RB. Wilson
R. Arthur Brown
Bridgeport
Cornell University
University of Wisconsin
James A. McHlroy
McElroy
Atwate
Witnesses Sought in Olga Staller Death by Motorcycle Crash
Coroner John J. Phelan orders a search for key witnesses in the death of 12 year old Olga Staller of 118 Andover Street who died after being struck by a motorcycle driven by John Lucas of 108 Morehouse Street. The girl was injured December 21 and died days later at St Vincent's hospital. Police seek a motorist who hinted Lucas was speeding, offering to testify. Lucas is represented by Joseph Sha. In Stratford, details emerge of five year old Winnie Hanie's death after a motor vehicle incident on Allen Street. coroner's hearing set for tomorrow morning.
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John J. Phelan
Olga Staller
Andover Street
John Lucas
Morehouse Street
Lucas
Police Board changes seen as minimal for new year
Police circles expect few changes in the Board of Police Commissioners with terms expiring for Anderson and Primrose. Anderson likely to be replaced, while Primrose may be reappointed. Stanley to step down as chairman but remain on the board, and Calhoun's term to 1923. Clerical reductions hinted. street force shifts depend on redeployment. Plus a dog bite victim and a brief note on parcel post tax changes after Jan 1.
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Board of Police Commissioners
Frank D. Anderson
Anderson
William E.primrose
Primrose
John C. Stanley
Stanley
Philo Calhoun
Police Department
Widely Known Merchant Richard Forester Dies at 76
Richard Forester senior partner of Rockwell and Forester clothing merchants dies at 76 after a December illness and operation. A Waterbury store manager, he previously led a major New York wholesale firm and served as treasurer of the tary club. Survived by wife and one son, funeral planned for Saturday.
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Richard Forester
Rockwell and Forester
Forester
New York
Rockwell & Co
Mr. Foresters
Waterbury
Tary Club
Brooklyn Jersey Rail Link Seeks City Legislation
New York City officials push Albany for approval to spend 225 million dollars on a direct rail connection linking New Jersey with Brooklyn. The city board of estimate reviewed the mainland to Long Island link plans and anticipated action to present the matter to the state legislature.
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New York
New York City
New Jersey
Brooklyn
City Board of Estimate
Long Island
Albany
Explosions and Prohibition Cargo Disarray Reported
An afternoon incident near New Haven involved a loaded motor truck carrying copper stills bottles and other liquor equipment. Prohibition agents led the transfer from county headquarters to storage while guards refused aid, as odors and leaked kegs created a tense scene.
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New Haven
Doolan
Couty Court House
Tme Court Jowse
Court House
Lee
Woodrow Wilson Is 65 Today .
Former President Woodrow Wilson celebrated his 65th birthday in modest observance at the S Street home. Health improvements have been noted and telegrams from around the world congratulating him on his return to health filled the past days. A few intimate friends are expected to visit during the afternoon. Vincent Phoeder, six, injured by a hot water spill, is reported as fair at Bridgeport Hospital after a fall into a cleaning bucket. Steve Horlick, a saloon proprietor, was found guilty in City Court of violating prohibition laws and police reported a broken bottle with liquor in his cellar.
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New Haven
Bridgeport
Nelson C. Lund
Bartram
West End
Connecticut Avenue
Washington
Woodrow Wilson
S Street
Vincent Phoeder
Stratford Avenue
Bridgeport Hospital
J. ¥. Walsh
Vincent
Steve Horlick
Water Street
Dev
France Refuses To Pare Claims For Large Navy
France maintains its stance on submarine tonnage at the naval conference, delivering last word on the subject and opposing reductions. The American compromise for status quo limits for France Italy and Japan faces near-certain failure after France and Japan objected. Japan rejects the plan to cut their allotment from 64 000 tons, while France insists on about 42 000 tons. Discussions consider delaying auxiliary tonnage talks to a future conference. A separate report notes 17 year old Catherine Ding struck by a delivery car on Lexington Avenue with minor facial injuries.
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Washington
France
A. P
Italy
Japan
United States
Great Britain
Tokio
Lexington Avenue
Catherine Ding
E. A. Jablonsky
Wheeler Avenue
Modern Sign Company
Jenkins Co. to Pay 5% Year-End Bonus in Bridgeport
Jenkins Bros valve maker in Bridgeport will pay about 600 local employees a 5 percent bonus on year ending 1921 earnings, totaling roughly $50,000. Vice President W Barrington reports strong 1921 activity and bright 1922 prospects as hours and orders rebound.
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W. Barrington
Jenkins Bros., Valve Manufacturing Company
South Main Street
Bridgeport
Mr. Barrington
England And Germany Far From Solution
Berlin 23 Germany and Great Britain remain far from an understanding on indemnity. Hugo Stinnes, the German industrialist, said England could breathe easier after Washington and the Irish solution but no relief has been granted. He noted the Bank of England blocks credits to Germany until Germany’s finances are consolidated and cited a potential reparations commission meeting in Paris to discuss Germany’s position.
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Berlin
Germany
Great Britain
Hugo Stinnes
England
Herr Stinnes
Bank of England
Also Reparations Commission
Paris
Theater and Garage Fire in Capitol, Hartford
Fire of unknown origin destroyed the rear two story garage at 365 Main street and gutted the Crown theatre next to it. Loss estimated at 150000 with 30000 for garage and autos. Garage owned by Metz Levine and Harshman, managed by R Brault. theatre managed by D Lorenzo. Nearby home of Prof John J McCook saved with difficulty. Tenants evacuated as smoke drove residents from a nearby tenement. A brick wall collapsed endangering firemen but no serious injuries. Partial insurance coverage reported.
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Hartford
Conn
Main Street
Crown Theatre
Metz, Levine & Harshman
R. Brault
D. Lorenzo
John J. McCook
Max Deeffer
Lloyd George May Visit U S Hinges on Dublin Peace Treaty
Premier Lloyd George may travel to the United States if the Irish peace treaty is ratified by Dail Eireann in January. Cannes clock ticks as the supreme council delays until early January. a five power conference and a spring election loom. France seeks a separate security conference. Italy signs a Soviet Russia trade pact boosting five power plans.
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London
Dec
Liosyd George
U. S
Downing Street
Washington
Dail Eireann
Dublin
Supreme Council
Cannes
Presmier
Lioyd-George
France
Belgium
Italy
Soviet
Russia
Tealy
Lloyd-George
Europe
Newtown Bank Involved In $13,000 Suit
The Newtown Savings Bank sues Industrial Finance & Mortgage Corp in superior court for foreclosure on a loan of $18,000 made September 40, 1916 to Fells Hirom Leonard. Property in the Middle School district of Newtown was mortgaged, with the defendant in charge of the borrower's finances.
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Newtown Savings Bank
Industrial Finance & Mortgage Corporation
New Haven
Fells Hirom Leonard
Newtown
To Trace Records Back to 1842 in Stratford Title Suit
A suit to quiet title to Stortford property at Boston and Success avenues names Gustave Salzman as plaintiff and the estate of the late Job Peck among defendants with many Stratford residents involved. The action seeks records back to 1842. Maurice Welner, owner of a saloon at 84 Linen avenue, was arraigned in City court for liquor law violations but the case was adjourned due to insufficient evidence.
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Lear
Stortford
Boston
Success Avenues
Uied
Gustave Salzman
Job Peck
Stratford
Maurice Welner
Linenavenue
Aac
Source of false report revealed about warship sale
London report clarifies a mistaken claim that England sold the interned German fleet at Scapa Flow as junk. In fact England sold the German iron firm Schweizer and Oppler four old English warships totaling 140000 tons, dismantled for salvage. The Hercules was the largest vessel involved.
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London
England
Scapa Flow
Schweizer and Oppler
Hercules
Enel
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City
Debs
Eugene Y. Debs
Union Station
Washington, D. C
Atlanta
John Pruisky
Smith Sreet
Emregency Hospital
Dr. A. Kornblut
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