Judge Warner Seen as Imminent Gubernatorial Candidate
The piece argues Judge Warner of Salisbury is the leading Republican for Connecticut governor, praising his legal skill while labeling him a reactionary defender of the historic town system. It recalls his 1902 convention leadership and warns cities to consider his views on disenfranchisement.
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Judge Warner
Salisbury
Connecticut
McLean
Connecticut House
Bridgeport
New Haven Debate Over Connecticut Company Franchise
The New Haven Journal Courier discusses a possible strike by the Connecticut Company, its potential refusal to negotiate, and a suspension of trolley lines. If abandoned, the franchise could pass to the state, with service continuing under public management to counter rival jitneys and buses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven
Connecticut
Connecticut Company
New Haven Journal Courier
Inhumane Pension Vote Sparks Board Controversy
The Board of Education split six to six over retiring two 70 year old principals, sparking a debate on aging teachers and public funds. A three man committee report, backed by party lines, prompted resistance as one persistent member pushed to force the retires, causing a stalemate until seven votes were needed to retain the teachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
Postage changes announce Hungary bound packages
In the Postal Bulletin, June 1st scheme begins June 1. Packages to Hungary up to 11 pounds will be accepted at 13 cents per pound plus a 30 cent transit charge, paid by postage stamps. Items dispatched from New York to Hamburg and Austria for delivery. Licenses required from Hungarian Finance Ministry for imports. foodstuffs licenses via Hungarian Minister of Food.
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Purcel
Hungary
Ro White
Washington
Exchange Post Office
New York
Hamburg
Austria
Banks Action Triggers Decline in Stock Market
Chicago, Pittsburgh, Cleveland and midwest cities report continued credit curtailment and reduced business activity as prices drop. A local bank head says conditions have improved but warns the pendulum may swing too far. The National Preserves and Fruit Products Association moves to stay out of the sugar market until prices fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Pittsburgh
Cleveland
Middle West
New York
National Preserves and Fruit Products Association
Waterbury Machinists Strike Halts Major Firms
Waterbury machinists stage a mass walkout with about 187 of 675 skilled workers quitting at Waterbury Farrel Foundry and Machine Co and around 200 employees at Scovill Mfg Co joining at the appointed hour. Officials at American Brass Co report only about 20 workers striking across local branches amid claims of intimidation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterbury Farrel Foundry & Machine Co
Scovill Mfe Co
American Brass Co
Daniels Answers Critics On Navy Policy
Mr Daniels argues the British navy listed 415 162 officers and men at armistice while the U S had 520 021. He notes May 1916 board recommended 100 000 for Atlantic war and Congress approved 3 000 less. He says 500 000 never imagined in 1915 16 and that larger scale was needed after U S entry.
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United States
General Board
Atlantic
Daniele
Congress
Daniels
Coal Company Employee Vanishes After Delivery
An employee of Michael Hoffman Coal Company left town yesterday after delivering a truck load of coal and collecting 56. The man has not been seen since. Police were notified last night but the worker’s name is not yet known.
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Michael Hoffman Coal Company
Slides on City Beautiful Lecture Series Planned
In cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce the school department arranges lantern slide talks on the city beautiful. Presentations will be given in each school that owns a lantern with a high school student delivering the talk. The pictures will be shown during the first week in June.
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Chamber of Commerce
Bridgeport Official Attends Washington Conference On Education
Superintendent Samuel J. Slawson of Bridgeport public schools attends a New England division conference in Washington DC to authorize a new national education program. He will be away until Saturday. In a separate matter, Barton Hamlin accuses Joseph and James Esposito of cruelty to animals for beating a horse. James Esposito fined 25 dollars and Joseph charges nolled.
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Samuel J. Slawson
Bridgeport Public Schools
New England
Washington, D. C
Barton T. Hamlin
the & P. CG. A
Seventeen More Naturalized Citizens Admitted
Judge Howard J. Curtis presided as 238 applicants were admitted for citizenship up to last night and seventeen more were admitted this morning. Fifteen of the latest group were ex soldiers. This marked the last day of the naturalization session.
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Howard J. Curtis
Naturalization Court
New Tug On Way To City From Maine Built Vessel
Bridgeport Tug Co receives a converted 91 foot vessel from Bathe Maine built in 1890 formerly used by Maine Central R R for freight and passengers. The S W Holbrook arrived with four coal barges and more coal expected. Captain Joe Green returns to command Isis after illness.
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Bridgeport Towing Co
Rockland
Bridgeport
Bathe
Maine Central R. R
S. W. Holbrook
Joe Green
Stock Dividend Tax Approved in Soldier Relief Plan
Washington May 20 the House Ways and Means Committee backed a ten percent stock dividend tax retroactive to March 15 as part of financing soldier relief legislation. The tax vote passed by one margin amid a heated committee fight while opponents urged reconsideration. The panel also rejected an eighty percent retroactive war profits tax on a party-line vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Ways and Means
Murder Mystery Ties Drifter to Fatal Night Activities
Witnesses trace the dead man's path after leaving Crane factory through Main Street saloons. The man showed a $7 pay, drank with friends, borrowed money, and left to catch a North Main street car. A doctor testified the abdomen gash and knee wounds occurred after death, body dragged six feet, clothes torn and set on fire. Coroner adjourned the hearing.
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Main Street
Frank Werniche
Wernscke
Schincovich
Brooklawn
Fairfield
John Petrits
Sckincovich
John
Sckincovic
Trevino declares Carranza cannot escape
Osuna and Carranza forces at Mata Moros Tamaulipas defect to the revolution with 1300 cavalry. Supreme court judges who sided with Carranza met to name a chief justice. A treasury train seized by rebels returned to Mexico City with 20 million pesos in gold. Congress holds a quorum to name provisional president. General Calles notes calm in Coatunila Tamaulipas and Neuvo Leon as 2000 troops depart for Chihuahua.
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Osuna
Carranza
Matamoros
Tamaulipas
Supreme Court
Mexico City
Marsala
National Congress
Elias Calles
Coatunila
Nevue Leon
Huertado
Chihuahua
Hearing to Fix Damages in Trespass Action
Jadse Howard J Curtis finds the parage built by Erwin Jennings encroaches 1.45 feet on John S Carpenter's right of way. The trespass case was heard in Superior court and a hearing to fix damages will occur this afternoon. Louis Ladinsky seeks divorce from Annie Gatzel Ladinsky on allegations of intolerable cruelty and desertion for over three years. Capera returned to Superior Court today.
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Jadse
Howard J. Curtis
Erwin Jennings
John S. Carpenter
Curtis
Louis Ladinsky
Annie Gatzel Ladinsky
Capera
William G. Scott
State OF Connecticut
Fairfield County
Superior Court
Bridgeport
Rose E. Scott
Fred W. Tracy
Joseph Natale
Rosina Natale
Bridgeport Times
New Regulations for Shipments Announced by Canada
The Canadian government issues strict new shipment rules requiring certified triplicate invoices, clear destination, package marks, and true quantities and values. Invoices must show the actual price paid and fair market value. Specimen forms are available from Ottawa customs. Better English teaching urged as Dr. Howard R. Driggs visits June 1–2 for Norman and city schools. He will conduct sessions with teachers and a June 2 general meeting.
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Departments of Customs
Ottawa
Howard R. Driggs
Driggs
America
Jitney Driver Fined for Reckless Driving
Lawrence Santy of 1417 Fairfield avenue was fined 25 dollars and costs in City Court this morning for reckless driving. Santy was arrested yesterday after multiple complaints about his jitney bus on the Ash Creek Line.
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Lawrence Santy
Fairfield Avenue
Sanky
Ash Creek
Division on School Vote Reveals Party Resentments
The thread discusses a harsh vote against retired teachers, noting how nearly all teachers faced injustice and the split followed party lines. It highlights Republicans on the board who doubted the move yet voted against the committee, driven by stubborn habits and a desire to impose their own way.
Burglar Escapes Across Plank To Adjacent Roof
Night watchman Charles Gorham confronted a burglar at American Hardware Co. on Fairfield Avenue and Midie Street. The intruder fled upstairs and escaped via a plank from a third story window to the neighboring roof as Gorham summoned police. Stolen goods reportedly ransacked from the store.
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American Hardware Co
Fairfield Avenue
Midie Street
Charles Gorham
Gorham
Nesoodm
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CONFE
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Addis
G. W. Fairchild & Sons, Inc
Arcade Corner
Brennan
Elizabeth C
Thomas F
Elizabeth Brennan
Reservoir Avenue
St. Patrick’s Church
St. Michael's
Wilson
Eunice S. Wilson
People's Presbyterian Church
Laurel Avenue
Fairfield East
Cox
Harry Cox
Black Rock Avenue
Star Auto Machine Co., Inc
Housatonic Ave
Grand St Bar
Catholic Charitable Bureau
Meigs
Stratford Ave
Noble
J. J. Connors
Main St. Roy
Senese
North Ave
Rose He, Scorr Ve
ANXA
Towe & Kohlmaier
Main ST. Stratfield Bldg
Gold Street
Riorese
City Savings Bank
A. D
Michael J. Flanagan
Frederick M. Rogeics
Court OF Common Pleas
William J. Nichols
Conn
Sidney N. LockWoop
District OF
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Massachusetts Bonding and Insurance Co
Probata
Paul L. Miller
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