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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1922

Page

2

Mother asks aid from Red Cross to find wandering boy

A distressed Miami mother appeals to the American Red Cross national headquarters and local stations for help locating her 18 year old son, James Elbert Starke, who left home October 27, 1921. She says Elbert, nicknamed Elbert, is a dark complexioned youth with brown eyes and sandy hair. He left from Miami and was traced to Savannah, Georgia by December 1, with no further contact since. She fears his fear of punishment may keep him from returning home. The family asks aid from Salvation Army and Boy Scouts as well.

Miami Savannah American Rad Cross Tong Salvation Army Iha Starke

Five Bandits Kill, Rob $20,000 in Chicago heam district

On a bright downtown street five automobile bandits killed a papen and fatally wounded a messenger while escaping with $20,000 from the Royal Building and Loan Association cash bag. Patrolmen Newt and Carey and Philip Sommers were the victims as the robbers made no attempt to conceal the crime. Police also probed a separate theft of $940 from a drawer in Greenwich.

Chicago Calumet National Bank Heam Br. Newt H. Caaidy Phillp Sommerss Royal Building and Loan

Coal Strike Looms As Dealers Watch

Bridgeport coal dealers observed the ongoing strike and postponed action for another week to assess its durability. Indications from the past week suggest the strike may extend, with another meeting slated for Monday afternoon to finalize plans.

Bridgeport

Bridgeport Man May Lose His Leg Through Accident

Edward Vincent a 78 year old Bridgeport resident was trapped between an elevator and a shaft at Broad Street hospital where he worked. Fire department freed him after heavy chopping. He suffered a compound fracture and doctors say amputation will be required. No such person listed in city directory.

Bridgeport New York Fire Department Edward Vincent Broad Abeat Hospital Vincent

Shriners Frolic Delights Crowd With Colorful Pageant

A bustling Shriners frolic features bright bunting and red fezs, with a varied program including minstrel numbers, a Boston wedding spoof, a Spott and Me piece, and a Modern Ball Gloom Step. Performers Harold Edgar Chamas and Johnnychee captivate, while a finale with musical moments and a grand chorus closes warmly.

Kentucky Home Shrine Park Comedia Oliver Sone Ping Iby Harold Edgar ‘Chamas John Adam Tugo Elias Pyramics Shriners Tlusivious Freder Bartlett Wallowine Tohnnychee Jorie Vanstone Elmer PR. Iwolmes

Senator Walsh presses motion for aeronautical school

Senator Walsh of Montana urges a resolution for an Aeronautical Executive School with expert staff and construction plants to strengthen defense. He argues government policy lacks limits on submarine and airship development, warning the nation could face greater threats without a dedicated aeronautical training and production program.

Washington Avril d Walsh Montana Nua vPurpor

Knowledge and Character Drive Success Claims

The speaker Dr Warren Hall asserts knowledge as power essential to business success. He outlines four knowledge traits: timely, accessible, dependable, and concise, and contrasts normal versus abnormal head shapes to discuss character and mental traits. He links accurate knowledge to performance and outlines personality types tied to head formation.

Warren ‘Hall Commarea Bons Essen Avery Usiness Speaker Hin Lo Pha Aalltle

Greenwich Woman Dies After Childbirth

Greenwich April Mira Katherine M dohixon wife of Viehard Jabnvon a New York real estate broker died after labor at Greenwich hospital. She was a member of the Woman's club. Survived by husband and baby girl and two sons.

Greenwich April Katherine M. — Dohixon Viehard Jabnvon New York Aline Greenwich Jojnwon New Milford Colton Jonn Son

John Burroughs Home Dedicated the Nation Memorial

The Catskill home of John Burroughs was dedicated today as a national memorial with hundreds attending. Burroughs’s poems by luminaries such as Watt Whitman and family members Ursula and John Burroughs were celebrated as a memory tablet was unveiled, framed by a scene of fields and distant hills in a quiet commemorative gathering.

Rorbury Catslilia John Burroughs Burrowahe Watt Whitman Pasure Ursula Une Turalit Burroughs Atatoa Hame

Collars for Cops Proposed But Nothing Said about Socks

A New Haven police order proposing sky blue collars for officers is treated as an April Fool joke, with Bridgeport officials not issuing any policy. The piece mocks the idea of collarwear, notes potential exemptions, and explores imagined uses of collar accessories for patrol, traffic, and shielding officers.

New Haven Philip Smith Ana Smith Finnigan Bridgeport Agai

Margot Asquith Declares America a Fine Country

In a Waldorf Astoria ballroom speech Margot Asquith praises America as a fine country and Americans as a sturdy people while critiquing prohibition and US attitudes. She urges closer ties and mutual growth, noting affection for American culture amid pointed observations about Americans and Britishers.

New York the Waldorf Astoria Margot Asquith America

Governor Smale demands women seated on jury

A fragmented report details Governor Smale challenging the jury panel's composition, arguing gender imbalance. The Lake County Board and officials defend the process as lawful, while the anticipated trial drags on for months. The notice notes privacy concerns and possible courthouse remodeling to accommodate jurors, with a rumor of a young man seeking a brief misdemeanor case as events unfold.

Smale Ig Sield Fred Lorine Jasub Vernon Curtin Grant Ark Maker Hoy Vecause Lake Eovily Ranervisdts Axjornove Celal Wali Yeve Jane Tom

Education Board Warned Against Spending Funds

The city attorney warned the Education Board against spending $36,900 appropriated for a dental clinic program, stating the board lacks clear authority and actions would be at their own peril. Despite contracts with dental hygienists, officials debate legality as the matter heads to a Monday council meeting.

John S. Cornell Han Board of Education Board of Apprionrment Evenloyes Allnir Board of ‘Peucation Board of Apportionment Cornell

Barbers Propose Higher Shearing Price at New York Exposition

Around 4 000 barbers at the New York Barbers Exposition greeted a proposal to raise the lock shearing price to one dollar. The meeting also noted hair dyeing had become a popular pastime for men as it was claimed black headed men were in demand as husbands.

New York

Soldier bonus sidetracked for one more week in Senate

Washington April 2 The soldiers bonus bill was sidetracked for another week as the Senate finance committee delayed reporting the permanent tariff measure until next week. Chairman McCumber and others expect to discard the tariff before week’s end, while Smoot Frelinghuysen and other sales tax advocates seek public hearings before the committee. The Smoot amendment would tax manufacturers at 4 percent to raise about 3300 090 000 annually, financing the bonus over three years. Committee members say there will be no delay in perfecting the House bill, with reports due within four to five weeks regardless of hearings.

Washington Senate Finance Comets Smool Utah Frelinghuysen Waw Jersey Comrane Fee Harding House Smyger Nance Committee PH Smoot Smoot York

Elias Howe Circle Meeting This Afternoon

The Elias Howe Circle will fold its regular meeting this afternoon at the school at oar oclock. Rev George Donahue of St Augustine's charity will speak. Members and friends are invited. A social hour and refreshments will follow. Committee in charge: Theodore Waldeyer, Mrs John Lyons, Mrs George Sweeney, and Mrs Robert Miller.

Ellie Bowe George Donahue St. Augustine's Charetty Theodore Waldeyer John Lyons George Sweeney Ropert Miller

Uniles Derharhoen and Amertos Joinery Meet Tonight

Disjointed list of meeting sites and organizations with addresses across towns and streets. Mentions include Carpen tom and Joinery of Amertos 17 km from TO RB 148s Mali streee flarming council and multiple unions and lodges. Details largely unreadable, but references a workers union and various local associations.

Uniles Derharhoen Carpentom Amertos Streat Bey Maly Pritini Bridureport Hira Noviation SlavAeld Hotses Ryidseport MesHeag Yarpciaton Bauiadente of Science and Mytary Carso Workers Union Balriieid Avenue Brotharhood Tmtiniar Pivdow Palefinld Averta Emimot Avy Grove State Street

Funeral of Former Emperor Charles Held Today

In Funchal Madeira the funeral for former Emperor Charles of Austra Hungary takes place today at four o clock in the parish church. Francis Joseph Otto, eldest son, assists with flowers for the bier as the widow remains beside the body. King Alfonso of Spain has arranged funds for the funeral and family needs.

Funchal Madeira Associated Press Chai Austra Hungary Francis Joseph Otto Alfonzo Spain Zite Ner

Murder Charge Heard In Naugatuck Hearing Began Today

Armedis Lemabardi and Prima Most of this town faced murder charges at Jere Bartopnole in Naugatuck. Treb Ty was stabbed and died the next day from the injuries. They were arraigned in borough court for an unsummary hearing that consumed much of the day and continued this afternoon.

Naugatuck Lemabardi Prima Jere Bartopnole Carls

Aftermath of Influenza and Home Care Guidance

This advertisement explains lingering air passage inflammation after influenza and recommends nightly Vicks Vapo-Rub applications. It notes coughing, chest tightness, and risk of pneumonia if untreated, and advises rest, open-air activity, nutritious meals, and avoiding chills. Free samples offered by View Chemical Commins in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Vicks View Chemical Commins Greensboro N. C

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