Blind Ox Dies When Gander Guardian Is Taken Away
On the J A Wolerort plantation near Urben SGord Alabama in March a famed low ox died after his guardian gander was removed. Farmhands say the ox pined after separation, refused food, and finally collapsed. The gander’s calls to water and guarding behavior could not be followed, with intruders evoking aggression.
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Blind Ox
Gander
Urbensgord
Ala
Mar
J. A. Wolerort
Hieoentiy Il
Inquiry into Missing Balloon Flight Began
Acting Secretary Roosevelt opened a personal inquiry into the night flight of a Navy free balloon from Pensacola Merida on March 2% with five men aboard. No word has been heard since and a full board of investigation may be ordered when Denby returns from Panama in April. Roosevelt indicated the Pensacola incident could lead to stricter rewards and warnings for future flights.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Pensacola
Merida
Ws. Board of Investigation
Denby
Holcomb Faces 82000 Debt to Shelton Bank
Arm strong Realty of New York, one of several debtors to Shelton Bank, has paid 7200 of its obligation. Receiver M H Estcomb voices pessimism about recovering the remaining about 82000. He quotes only promises as the basis for doubt while Judge Irolcomb notes no change in the situation.
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Armstrong Realty Company of
New Yor
Shelton Rankaid Trust Company
M. H. Estcomb
Armstrong
Irolcomb
Soviet Protest Over Prisoner Detention in France
In Moscow on March 1 a note from FOREIGN SECRETARY Telettolvero protested the detention of Russian prisoners in France and in Vranes and other regions. The note warned that if Soviet demands are not met, the Russian government will take steps.
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Moscow
Mar
M. Telettolvero
Vranes
North Africa
Balkans
Report on Impeachment of Governor Robertson Likely Postponed
Frisco investi gating committee's report calling for Governor W Beal Robertson's impeachment cites gross neglect and corruption in office. House members say a vote will likely occur tomorrow. Robertson denies the charges, calling the report a politicized fabrication from the legislature's closing days.
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Urlanoma Cie
Okla
Frise
W. Beal Robertson
House
Robertson
Percy Mangum Murder Case Sparks Courtroom Rumpus
In Van Nuys Georgia, Percy Mangum was found not guilty of murder in a Superior court verdict. The courtroom erupted with applause from about 100 Black spectators, leading the judge to order the arrest of more than 100 individuals for contempt.
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Vannau
Maret
Percy Mangum
Park Supt Urges Elimination of Waste Paper Evil
Park Superintendent Genie Cliffe urged elimination of waste papers at Seaside park after Sundays and holidays, saying 30 men from morning to 2 pm are needed to clean up. The Neighborhood Improvement association discussed the nuisance and Bridgeport’s annual clean-up in May, with representation from health, fire, Boy Scouts, chamber, and other groups. Metropolitan Insurance will supply literature and provide $10,000 handbills for distribution by school children with Boy Scout help.
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Genie Cliffe
Feirks
Neighborhood Improvement Association
Seaside Park
Clie
Bridgeport
Chamber of Conmmer
Cliffe
B. Were
Elmer W. Mavens
Theodor Stoiher
John A. Jugue
Gald Pratter
William H. Goon
Wiliam H. Ham
Cortrighi
Edward Mora
Board of Health
Fire Department
Boy Scouts
Chamber of Commercce
Board of Education
Bridgeport Housing Company
Metropolitan Insurance Company
Metropolitan Company
Trolley Company Blamed For Auto Crash On Main Street
Louis Coeroms alleges Connecticut company caused a March accident when a trolley rear ended his car as snow blocked the roadway. He seeks 504 in damages, claiming trolley car negligence and repair losses of 187.94, while the company denies negligence.
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Main Street
Louis Coeroms
John RB. Booth
Commion
Connecticut Company
Cocosya
British Freighter Ashore Near Chatham Mass
The Gaelic Prince, a British freighter bound from Boston to New York, ran aground near Chatham Mass on Great Island Shoal. The crew was evacuated after Monhegan Point observers reported distress signals. Captain Anderson said the ship was stuck in mud and sand and hoped to float at high tide without aid.
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Mass
Boston
New York
Great Thound Shoal
Sheaver
Monomey Point
Sewage Plant Transferred to Public Works Department
Bridgeport transfers control of the new sewage plant from the sewer commission to the public works department starting today. The plant is nearly ready for operation as a formal move to streamline management. A related note mentions a moving picture program at Yale connected to civic interests and a check for 109 dollars involving an insurance policy payment.
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Bridgeport
Publ Works Department
Tong and Sewe Commission
Hoovigh Wond Bridgeport Fund Reaches 26078 Dollars
Bridgeport’s Waover fund for starving children of Hirrope totals 26078 dollars raised yesterday by treasurer Morase G. Mare win Gail. Contributions include 1466 from Bridgeport third school 653 from the D aA RR and 344 from the Unquowa school.
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Bridgeport
Hirrope
Morase G. Mare
Gail
Bridgeport Hird
D. Aa. RR
Unquowa
Auto Crash Injury Suit Seeks $5,000 Damages
Frank Yisso of this city sues Carrie Burr of Stratford in superior court for $5,000 alleging he was struck by a motor vehicle at Barnum Avenue and Acoline Street on April 10, 199, suffering a fractured skull a broken leg and shock.
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Frank Yisso
Carrie Burr
Stratford
Barnum Avenue
Acoline Street
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