May 24, 1991

A ninety-pound case containing $1 million in rare European jewelry was reportedly stolen from a salesman's car when he stopped briefly at the Blue Colony Diner on Friday, May 17. "We think it may have been part of an international jewel theft ring," said Police Chief Michael DeJoseph. It was "very well orchestrated," the chief said. The salesman stopped briefly at the diner and while he was inside unknown individuals smashed his car window, removing a leather case. Police say a young man witnessed the theft. He is asked to call the department.

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The public is invited to attend the Memorial Day observances at the Veterans Monument, Main Street, on Saturday, May 25, at 11 am. The ceremony is sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 308. Post members, along with the high school band and other persons will march to the monument from the grounds of the former Yankee Drover on Main Street.

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Due to the seriousness of the current rabies problem, first-time roaming dogs will no longer be treated casually with a warning. Beginning June 1, the owners of any dog found roaming or unlicensed will receive an infraction and fine of $60 per violation. Anyone seeing a roaming dog, please contact Dog Warden George Mattegat at 426-6900.

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Anyone with a family member still serving in the Persian Gulf, please contact Pat Wrehn of the Persian Gulf War Support Group. The group is trying to keep an up-to-date list pf who is still serving in the Gulf and who has returned. Your help is appreciated.

May 27, 1966

The May 24 Bloodmobile unit's visit to Fairfield Hills Hospital was most successful, according to Mrs Stephen Bona Jr, chairman of the Newtown Blood Program. "Although the announced goal of 150 pints was not reached, the 115 pints collected represent a gratifying response to the Red Cross appeal for blood," Mrs Bona said.

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A busy Memorial Day weekend is planned at the Newtown Country Club with tournaments Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Ken Burlinson, president, will present a President's Cup to the low gross winner on Memorial Day, and the Annual Board of Governors' cocktail party will take place this Saturday evening at the clubhouse for members and guests.

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"I would like to thank the drivers of the Newtown Ambulance, Llewellyn Rowe and Albert Oberg, for taking me to the Danbury Hospital on May 1, also all my friends and relatives for the cards and gifts and flowers they sent me while I was in the hospital." -Edith D. Andrews

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Seven teams are now signed up for the Newtown Softball League and an eighth would be welcome. Any men's team interested, whether they represent a business or group, may call league president Jay Carle. League play will open on June 7, and games are every Tuesday and Thursday at the Newtown fields.

May 23, 1941

After losing the first two games of the season, the Newtown A.C. stepped out to take an easy victory Sunday afternoon, defeating Bethany 23-11. Ralph Decker, ace hurler for the A.C. was on the mound for most of the game, striking out 15 men.

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Miss Sally Jones entertained a large group of her little friends at the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs Northey Jones on Saturday afternoon in celebration of her fourth birthday. It was a happy occasion for everyone present.

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John S. Peck of Brookfield was a caller at The Bee office Wednesday morning. Still hale and hearty at 76, Mr Peck walks down quite often from his Brookfield home. He had a copy of The Bee dates April 14, 1922, in which his picture was featured as a member of the Newtown Hook and Ladder Company when the photograph was taken in 1881 in front of the old Dick's hotel. Mr Peck is the only living member of that proud group of Newtown's gallant firefighters.

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By several actual tests, 45 minutes elapse before a state policeman reaches the scene of a traffic accident in Newtown. One more such test was made on Sunday afternoon, when a three-car tangle at the flagpole tied up traffic in a fashion exasperating to hundreds of motorists for a full 45 minutes until state police arrived, then went about their work.

May 20, 1916

Warden Charles G. Peck announces the week of May 22-27 to be a week of cleaning up and beautifying places in the Borough. It is hoped that everyone in town will join in the movement. If each will do a small amount of work with objects in view, this already beautiful town will be made to fairly shine.

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The Dodgingtown Fire Company will hold a lawn party and dance on Friday evening, May 26. Sandwiches, cake, cream and candy will be on sale on the lawn that evening. There will also be a number of other attractions to amuse old and young. Ladies will be admitted free. Gentlemen are expected to pay 25 cents for dancing.

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A very exciting game of baseball was played Sunday afternoon when the Walnut Tree Hill team defeated the strong Sandy Hook nine by a score of 7-2. A little loose playing was witnessed owing to the fact that the Hill boys did not have an opportunity to practice.

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Mrs George Beers was operated on by Dr Charles Peck at the Roosevelt Hospital on Tuesday. Her condition is favorable toward a speedy recovery, which her many friends will be glad to hear.