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Newspaper
Bridgeport Times
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1922
Page
1
The Bridgeport Times notes grim hunger, factory taxes, and political fault lines as workers face hard times. It argues factories fund government and politics, urges self-reliance, and criticizes leaders while urging more time for struggling youths and reform in schools and labor.
Judge Isac Wolfe of the Superior court restrains Bridgeport Savings bank from opening or maintaining any new branches while Hartford case resolution is pending. Plaintiffs include American Bank and Trust Company of East Bridgeport and the West Side Bank, with the Bank Commissioner of the state added as a plaintiff via the attorney general. The action references a companion case West Side Bank et al vs Bridgeport Savings Bank.
The state convention of Veterans of Foreign Wars with about 200 delegates urged immediate passage of the soldiers bonus. A big field day and athletic meet at Seaside Park highlighted the day. Tonight features boxing at the open air arena on State street as officers prepare for tomorrow’s elections and installations. Delegates from posts across Connecticut attended, including Danbury, New Canaan, Winsted, Wallingford, Stamford, Middletown, Plainfield, Ansonia, West Haven, and others in New Haven, Hartford, Norwalk, Waterbury and more.
Coroner John J. Phelan ruled there was no criminal responsibility in the death of John Fisher of Danbury, who died at Danbury hospital from injuries after his car, owned by John Wociek, was struck by a trolley car driven by Raymond Hurlike at a crossing on June 19. Weather and mistaken beliefs by both drivers led to the accident, the coroner said, deeming the death accidental with no criminal fault by either operator.
Rev. Michael Earls Sr of Holy Cross College will address Sacred Heart church tomorrow at the commencement exercises following the mass. Seventy one Heart School pupils will receive their diplomas during the ceremony. Sponsored by the school, the speaker is described as a noted lecturer and author. The event highlights academic achievement and community religious tradition.
Tarrvtown N Y June 24 By the Associated Press William Rockefeller oil magnate and brother of John D Rockefeller died at Rockwood Hall North Tarrytown shortly before seven o clock from pneumonia after ill health since Sunday. He was 81 and head of Standard Oil of New York from 1865 to 1910. Doctors and family attended, and the mausoleum he designed for Sleepy Hollow cemetery is nearing completion. John D Rockefeller arrived after death, as did two daughters and two sons. Mrs Rockefeller had died two years earlier.
The furniture of Lillia B. Northrop, found murdered on Main Street, will be sold Friday or Saturday. Administrator Charles S. Brody says the estate will be settled with no appraisers. The piano is the only valuable item. bank books and papers remain with Captain Regan as police investigate. Tax receipts for May totaled 15.000, with April figures unavailable.
Kenneth Moore returns to his Stratford home at 208 King Street after about twenty months away. Family members and Sergeant Arnolsky of the Bureau of Investigation accompanied him from New York to locate the farm where he spent his vacation. The search began with a Holland Consulate contact and led to a farm near Newburgh before reuniting Moore with his parents.
London reports the assassination of Field Marshal Wilson sparks political tension and anger at the protection withdrawal for prominent figures. Home Secretary Shortt is named as the scapegoat with calls for his removal and some expect he may resign to ease government pressure.
Acting Superintendent E E Cortright presented to the Board of Education the rationale for a longer school year and a seven period day at high school. He noted some Bridgeport schools have used a five and a half hour day for over a year, discussed how the extra time would be allotted, and contrasted with Danbury where longer days added supervision rather than more academic work. He said current high school hours result from overcrowding and may not reflect a seven period format. The report outlined proposals for an elementary day of 5 4 hours and a 200 teaching day year, with prior recommendations made by Supt Slawson and no firm board action to date.
William Boardman of 303 Mill Hill avenue faced a parking ordinance violation in City court. Prosecutor Earle Garlick recommended a $1 fine and case nailing. Judge Comley would preside Monday as Judge William Boardman paused the matter after paying the fine to avoid ruling on his own case.
Mrs. Teln Tetelbaum, 38, of 474 Grand Street, attempted to end her life by gas at 3 AM after long illness. Relatives found her. she was taken to Emergency Hospital where doctors expect recovery.
Collector James McGovern and U S Attorney Georgs Cohen will hold a conference in New Haven today to decide the disposition of the tug William C Bickel held by the government as a rum runner. Owned by Forsythe Towing Co of New York, the tug had previously operated off the Jersey coast and was seized after authorities were alerted to its cargo and crossings. Deputy Collector Jeremiah Dillon of New London was notified.
Berlin reports Dr Walter Rathenau, German foreign minister, was shot dead as he left his Grunewald home for the foreign office. The assassin escaped in a motor car after two fatal shots. The embassy raised the flag at half mast. The Reichstag erupted in pandemonium as debates over reparations and Rhineland policy intensified. George M. Eames enters political fray condemning ex-leader John T. King and railing against factory taxation.
Acting Supt Thomas H. Flood asks all precincts for cooperation as the Northrop murder case remains unsolved. Detectives have yet to gain a new clue about the slayer of the woman.
The report says John T King planned a return event at Stratfield with a harmony dinner, but former Mayor Clifford Wilson, ten terms in office, was reportedly not invited. Wilson claimed he learned of the affair from newspapers and had no comment on party politics. Republican chairman J. Alex H. Robinson said the gathering was for committee members only and that Wilson remains a Republican and welcome if Republicans are invited.
Submarine S-51 received its official navy title today when delivered by Lake Torpedo Boat to the Navy Department. The ceremony featured a flag break and carrier pigeons, with Lieut W S Haas named commanding officer and Lieut C Young as executive officer. The vessel, 240 feet long, is American built and part of a growing group including S-48 and S-50.
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