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Newspaper
Naugatuck Daily News
Location
Naugatuck, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1925
Page
1
City Manager charter faces sharp criticism from local officials and residents. Warden Whittemore accuses the Chamber of Commerce of aiming to seize influence, while defense highlighting the plan’s impact on Stratford and neighboring towns. The debate ties to police signaling funding and civic control amid ongoing municipal reforms.
Mrs Ednar Penni Man, a Naugatuck representative in the House, urges trying the city manager charter. She defends Hartford bill origin, says no local opposition except one citizen, and notes a possible revert to old government if the plan fails. June 25, 1905.
K W Swenston, a well known local citizen and expert accountant, argues in a letter to The News that the proposed City Manager Charter could grant excessive powers to the city council. He outlines serious potential dangers and urges readers to consider the implications before adoption.
London reports French air forces beat back a strong Rif offensive along the Western front in Reich Morocco Tangier dispatches say French aid arrived to halt the attack and secure rear guard posts. Central front tribesmen attacks were repulsed while Rif pressure grew near Tetuan and Laraca in the Spanish zone.
Reports from Sydney Nova Scotia indicate Commander Donald E. Macmillan's Arctic expedition may carry high wave length naval radio apparatus to improve transmission and reception. The Navy Secretary Wilbur M. [sic] Durant demands high wave gear, while the original low wave set will be replaced by two wave teneth equipment amid demonstrations and tests in the Arctic.
Stamford voters approved immediate construction to enlarge three existing schools and add a new building using 1 075 000 from a prior bond issue. Allocations include Stevens 825 000 Rogers 275 000 Woodland Avenue 275 000 and Glenbrook 200 000 with nine thousand pupils and crowding noted.
Paris reports say French troops near Tevonai achieved a brilliant victory in Morocco. Dispatches note reinforcement of Yaounat garrison as U.S. aid efforts move forward. In New York Gloria, a 21-year-old actress, was found unconscious from Lysol in her hotel room and is expected to recover. Christy left the theatre after a quarrel with her stage manager at final dress rehearsal per friend Jean English.
Federal agents raided an alleged opium den at 181 Worth Street New York arresting five men four of whom were under the drug's influence. They seized opium valued at about $10,000 hidden in the chimney under the flooring and in a stove.
PJ Foley, coach of Nauga tuck Flight School athletic teams and noted physical instructor, left today for Ann Arbor Michigan to spend six weeks taking a course in athletic coaching and physical training.
New Haven June 25 Olympia Macri slayer of John Bagnano and alleged father of her baby will be retried on a first degree murder charge. The trial will not be in New Haven as the state seeks a venue change. Judge Booth granted the motion with county location to be decided among New London, Litchfield or Windham. Separate Wimbledon report notes Suzanne Lenglen defeats Haadeth Ryan in straight sets.
Americans in China urged the United States to intervene as a general strike against foreigners escalated. Chinese authorities mobilized troops at the anti foreign rally site and Shanghai volunteers were summoned after reports of a bombing and shooting plot against foreigners. Hong Kong shipping was paralyzed by additional walkouts.
Mrs. Charles I. Crouse, wealthy Syracuse widow, found dead on the Lincoln bank building roof adjoining Hotel Belmont in New York. Police say she fell from the thirteenth floor window while on a trip around the world that began Wednesday. She owned multiple trunks and rings valued at about 5000 dollars.
Richards and Cedric A. Major faced a potential postponement of their Eastern New York state tennis championship semi final as rain threatened NY A. G. courts. If Richards wins, he would reach the final to meet William T. Tilden. Final was planned for Sunday with remaining week set for doubles.
Paris June 25 The Michalacopoulos government was deposed and General Pangalos, leader of the revolutionists, was proclaimed the new president of the Greek republic according to L Independant of Salonika via La Liberte. The army and navy cooperated in the overthrow.
A fashionable wedding occurred this morning at St Mary's Church as Miss Teresa Florence Freeman, daughter of Mrs. Susan Freeman of North Main Street, wed Frank Watter Flaherty, son of Mrs. James Sullivan of Waterbury. Rev. W. J. Fanning officiated and celebrated the nuptial mass. The church was decorated with flowers and palms, with a special musical program led by organist Miss Anna K. Lynch.
Harris Whittemore Sr of Church Street today denied circulating reports that he favors the proposed city manager form of government. He stated he is not in favor of the plan as proposed by the charter and will vote against it, citing several reasons.
Waterbury James Giz al, 67, was ordered held without bail for trial on first degree murder in the June 3 death of Gennaro Gaud inci on Lakewood Road. Gizzi waived examination, bound over for trial, with two $25,000 suits filed by Gaudiosi’s family.
A campaign by city manager plan supporters claims Waltham Massachusetts changed from city manager to mayor council after about five years of operation. The letter details how the manager won the mayoral post and was re elected, citing a 4000 to 3000 first vote and over two to one in the subsequent election, with letters from local businessmen supporting the view and noting upcoming ballots in Nauga tuck.
Goodyear India Rubber Glove and Goodyear Metallic Rubber Shoe plants announce a five day work week after the summer shutdown beginning today. Effective Monday July 20 operations resume five days weekly for Gum shoes Lumbermen's Arctics and gaiters. Keds and bathing shoes schedule to be posted later. Co T McCarthy factory manager.
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