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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1922
Page
1
A reflective column surveys morality, civilization, and politics amid wartime legacies. It cites Lenin, Bottomley, and Henry Ford era figures, weighing vice, wealth, and leadership while debating whether morality can exist without civilization and how public trust is shaped by famous lives and scandals.
Howard F. Smith, former tax collector, remains missing with police saying his past and present whereabouts remain a mystery. Investigations of tips have proved fruitless while Superintendent Flanagan calls rumors of negotiations with friends offering lenient treatment absolutely false. He urges authorities to share information directly rather than with newspapers.
Edith Berger of Glenbrook sues Henry R. Berger in Superior court in New York for divorce. She testifies the husband greeted her with a constraining phrase and refused support for three children, deserting in June 1918. Judge Newell Jennings awards custody to the three children and notes the husband agreed to $10 weekly support after threats of arrest.
Norwalk reports a strong aroma of illuminating gas last night as residents feared asphyxiation. Investigators found the gas company had cleaned tanks, releasing fumes into the air and creating the impression of gas escaping. officials reassured residents they were safe.
Judge Nowell B. Jennings of the Superior court ruled in the divorce action of Freda Malonnek of Norwalk against Paul Malonnek of Yonkers. The filing claimed the marriage on July 26 1920 was performed without the parents consent and the girl was a minor. The couple faced publicity and Malonnek had been arrested in Yonkers on seduction charges. Jennings ordered a divorce and annulment.
Coroner finds Sarah Rosalie Langfelder, 67, died an accidental death after an explosion at 92 Calhoun Avenue on May 3. She reportedly acted in unsound manner despite protests by Coroner John J. Phelan, exonerating all others from responsibility.
Jacob Gudas of 456 Hallet street mistreated his wife and fought police. An officer was thrown from a window but returned and took Gudas to the Second precinct station. Gudas received two stitches to the scalp and was held for trial in City court.
The estate of the late Walter T. Babcock faces a dispute amid the eternal triangle. Beulah Winsome of Brookline Mass acts as house companion to the deceased and seeks a claim for services totaling 953.15, of which 7845 is allowed. The ex wife, granted a divorce years earlier, contends a right to the estate with Judge W H Cable handling her side and Beulah Winsome represented by David W Price.
Bulkeley High nine vs Bridgeport High at Seaside Park called off due to Bulkeley expenses draining Red and Black finances. Manager John Schread sent telegram early this morning canceling the matchup.
Senator Walsh of Massachusetts cautioned that the proposed bonus bill will face many obstacles before final passage. He warned that delaying it until after the tariff bill is settled could jeopardize enactment this session. He noted strong opposition and half hearted support among many, risking inaction and delay.
Annapolis June 2 400 midshipmen of the class of 1522 received diplomas from Theodore Roosevelt acting secretary of the navy due to Denby absence. He urged a life of sea service and public duty, stressing that military power serves justice and national defense rather than gain.
Blanche Addie Rayner was granted custody of two minor children in her divorce from Lloyd W. Rayner who deserted her on September 5, 1918. The Rayners married November 25, 1914 in Worcester and moved here July 1918. Lloyd is living with another wife in Prince Edward Island and spending time with cronies.
William Iice of South Norwalk testified before Judge Newell B. Jennings in Superior Court that Pearl Price quit him cold and left for Pittsburgh, prompting a divorce on desertion. The couple, married in Allegheny Pa in 1912, separated November 15, 1913. The judge granted the divorce. case continued.
Deeds filed with the Town Clerk show Rose M Sprague and Henry H Sprague selling the George F Gillman estate in Black Rock to Kenneth W McNeil. The four acre forty two rod property fetched 20000 with 25000 mortgage to Rose M Sprague and 35000 to Henry H Sprague. McNeil already owns Bridgeport Yacht Club nearby and surrounding land, with reports of a dairy farm planned on the premises.
The YMCA adopts a Kansas City system replacing old wooden lockers with sterilized baskets for members to place clothes before using shower and pool facilities. The move aims to improve sanitation after the arrival of the new secretary.
Detectives and District Attorney Weeks plan a three hour interrogation of James Cunningham, a race track follower arrested as a material witness after aiding in the killing of Clarence Peters. Cunningham claims Ward wounded a man and that blackmailers plotted to extort money, reviving talk of Ward’s past race track escapades and his ties to gamblers. Authorities from Westchester, state police, and a private agency push for a breakthrough as they question Cunningham and monitor Ward’s movements. Deputy Sheriff Ruscoe and fingerprint experts also visit Stamford to pursue Cunningham’s whereabouts.
Captain Joseph P. Courtney 33, a United States Revenue Agent and former Lafayette College star, was found dead on railroad tracks near Westport after 5 AM. Vernon Godfrey, a railroad policeman, discovered the mangled body. Police suspect foul play. an investigation and inquest proceed as authorities examine possible trail and identify belongings including a signet ring and watch.
Lucia Ellis Turner, colored, seeks divorce from Alfred Turner, colored, citing repeated beatings and lack of support. Testimony in Superior Court before Judge Newell Tennings describes assaults, rent nonpayment, and separations since September 1916. Clifford R. Ellis and Clara Ellis testified. judge grants divorce on cruelty.
Charles Lupnacca of Stamford faced a hearing before United States Commissioner Hugh J. Lavery on liquor law violations and was held for the U S court after a Stamford raid that seized a 35 gallon still 15 gallons of sand 300 gallons of mash. Federal agents from Fairfield county appeared in Hartford for related matters including Bridgeport cases and bankruptcies before Judge Keogh.
Nightlong fighting between Irish Republican Army units and Ulster Special Constables on the Louth Armagh border near Dungooley Cro left several Special Constables dead and forced many Catholics and others to flee toward Dundalk. Reports claim boats and warship searches occurred as authorities scramble for control and safety.
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