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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1923

Page

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Opposition Kills Governor's Plans For Highway

Hartford April issue reports Governor Templeton's proposal to replace a single highway commissioner with a three headed commission was opposed by a broad coalition in the General Assembly's Boats, Bridges and Rivers Committee. Senator Ells and Rep. Dunham were the only speakers in favor, with about 100 attendees. The committee decided to report the bill unfavorably, while a second hearing may be held after further sentiment is tested.

Senator Ells Rep Dunham Bill Hartford Templeton Charles J. Besett F. Arthur F. Els House John State Joan H. Turby Howver Ampleton Ells Howard P. Dunham Wethersfield Ellsid New Haven Missioner Senate Bridgeport Delohery Derigtbus Kirk Krauter O'Brisn Cricta

Retired New Haven Broker Dies in New York

In New York on February 21 a former York Stock Exchange broker and New Haven native died at his home, aged 77. He had led a local society for 41 years, with funeral rites to be conducted by Bishop Blattery of Massachusetts at Watson B. home.

York York Zociouies? Society Fifth Ave Bishop Blattery Massachusetts Watson B

Sleuths Track Jail Breaker Heading East

Ath ens Ga April four Gerata Chanman escaped federal penitentiary prisoner and leader in a 1,000,000 Lemport Street mail robbery case in New York in 1921 is headed east tonight very sick but at large federal and state officers pursue. Chapman escaped into Atlanta hospital last week wounded in a gun battle with his partner Frank Gray. He donned guard clothing to slip out, leaving only footprints and his body imprint as clues.

Athens Gerata Chanman Federal Penitentiary New York Chapman Atlanta Koes Hospital Prank Gray Chiap- Ins Atu Y Chapman Jeft Heapland Bellevr Onebila

Execution of Prelate First Step to Destroy Christianity in Russia

Special to The Telegram reports from Moscow March 26 on the trial of Archbishop Zepliak and a dozen clergy leading to the execution of the Roman Catholic Vicar-General. The dispatch offers a full account of proceedings observed by the correspondent, including courtroom details and the impact across continents and Europe.

Russia Francia McCullagh Moscow Europe Francis McCcullagh Zepliak

Lenine Doomed Paralyis Fatal Specialists Say

Riga April 5 Associated Press nine of Lenine's attending physicians Dr Von Struempell Leipsic and Dr Nonne Hamburg are returning via Riga after ten days in Moscow. They imply his condition may lead to death or prolongation. Lenine is guarded with special permits for each visit and socialist summons carry fees of $5,000.

Riga Associated Press Nikolai Lenine von Struempell Leipsic Nonne Hamburg Tiga Moscow M. Ten Lenine Baltic Press

Swedish cabinet resigns after unemployment vote

Stockholm April. Associated Press reports the government led by Hijalmari premier and foreign minister was defeated in the upper chamber by 76 to 60 over a proposal to distribute doles to the unemployed. The cabinet’s resignation will be rendered complete. Crown Prince Gustave, acting as regent, will have M. Bratti handle state offices until the king returns from Nice.

Stockholm Hijalmari Doles Gustave M. Bratti Nice

Boardman Urges Governor Appointment of Municipal Judges

The speaker argues for the governor to appoint municipal court judges rather than the General Assembly. In a Stratfield Hotel address, she praised the current city court system and warned reform could hinder efficient police work and public safety. Aide notes from Clarence Mitch speech and comments by Mayor Atwater frame the debate on judicial appointment.

General Assembly Willam B. Bairdman Focal City Court Clarence Bridgeport Stratfold Chasellehovel Aud Audendia Stataness Uae Betrie Lu Bhleasty

Priests on Trial in Petrograd Religious Case Revealed

A partisan observer reports the Petrograd trial of clergymen as a religious matter rather than political. Priests affirm continued catechism teaching, despite the Bolshevik law, and admit Mass with 150 to 200 worshippers. Officials press for disobedience while the audience, largely Bolshevik, watches.

Lovshevik Foreign Office Moscow Iria Zoro Politioa Poland Petrograd Russia Erylenko Gellin Eward Yanevich Stotachevis Snne Erie Jdgenay Tess ‘Chia Father Buten- Kavieh Chay Hey Maren Striu Krylenko Auen Agetheero Taek Buch

Foster Jury Discharged After 3 1 2 Hour Deadlock

Jurors near uniform verdict split six to six on Foster of Chicago accused under Michigan criminal syndicalism law. After 311/2 hours deliberation Judge White discharged the jury as hopelessly deadlocked. Some jurors said state failed to prove Foster attended the Communist Party convention and committed crime. Co-defendant Ruthenberg to stand trial soon.

ST. Joseph Mich Willan Foster Chicago Charles White Communist Party of America Here Charles E. Ruthenberg Berrien County Tuaye White Calvin Beaghman Wae Bachman Foater Russell Durin Worman Minerva Olsen Posterere Patsey Tf. Healy Clement H. Bitter Theodore Katabach A. M. ‘Birdgey Arthur Barker A. J. Jackson Vivian G. Ingles Innieht Babcock Theodore der Muthenbergs Thies Camplineniud Frank P Walsh New York Washington Michigan White Sali i Pimny

Shore Line Railway Bill Faces Approval Debate

Startporn April 1 report of legislative committees reviewing a bill to charter the Shore Line Railway between New River and Isvbrook. The company seeks operation of a portion by July 45, amid questions about lines and old Shore Mine track usage.

Shore Line Railway Startporn Raitromlaw New Iliver Vbrook Wong Old Shore VAT Wey

Chambers of Commerce Principles Guides to Promote Peace

New York by Agel Lora Robert Weil before the New York State Chamber of Commerce praised the work of the Chambers committees in the United States and Britain. He argued that cooperative peaceful relations foster commercial progress and that commerce supports war only as a misguided notion.

New York Agel Robert Weil

JAIL TERMS FOR FISH TRUST MEN IN BOSTON

Fourteen men linked to the Fish Trust were sentenced in Boston today for war time price fixing on fish. Organizer F Monroe Dyer of New York and Boston received 10 months hard labor and $1,000 fine, along with four officers. Nine other dealers got five months and $400 fines. Several members were already serving sentences or not sentenced for health and appeal reasons.

Boston Sears F. Monroe Dyer New York Bay State Pra[ieee A Fish Trust Dentera William F. McKeown Simon Atwood Ex House of Correction Dear Island Dyer Justina Paine Joseph A Ernest A. James John Ar Frederick G. Phillips Willard Z. Cox Albert D. Watts Ephraim Mook Winfield Kendrick Herbert F. Philips Wiliam Curran Alvin G. Baker Louia FB Gondspeed

City Dispensary Raises Approved for Staff

The Board of Governors granted salary increases to City Dispensary staff at a meeting yesterday. Dispensary superintendent Eva Hugo received $200, assistant Katherine Hehir $100, recording room chief Sarah Hammelin $100, bookkeeper Mae Nagla $104, and dental staff Josephine Caetan $2. De. W. Arthur Lakell, a board member, noted the new budget did not provide for these raises last year. Dr Bernard Burns was appointed to succeed Dr John A. Corey as regular surgeon.

Board of Governors Min Algonquin Glib Frank W. Stevens Migs Eva Hugo Katherine BR. Hehir Sarah Hammelin Mae B. Nagla Josephine Caetan Dental Eliic W. Arthur Lakell Bernard Burns Sur Bron John A. Corey

President Harding to resume duties Monday morning

Augusta, April 11. President Harding will resume duties Monday morning after a vacation with Mrs. Harding. Secretary Christian announced that John and Mrs. Harding would conclude their vacation this Saturday and depart Augusta for Washington, arriving around midday.

Augusta Cit Harding Chrisiain Ohn Chloe Hit Washington Minding Argusta Washngton

Japan Premier Reveals Peace Policy to US Woman

A garbled historical article states that Japan's premier outlines a peace policy to a United States woman, with references to a geetude toward faltering actions and sacred Mikado power. The piece mentions figures like Sean Giolt and Grane Thorspenn Seeon in a dubious alwordiloay context.

Japan United States Jennn Sean Giolt Stan Grane Thorspenn Seeon

Wizard Simmons Rules Blackmail Triumph in Klan Crisis

Imperial Wizard William J Simmons declares a government by blackmail within the Ku Klux Klan, vows treasury funds will not be diverted to blackmail, as thousands gather in Atlanta for his elevation. Court hearings on a fraudulently obtained injunction against H W Evans proceed in Superior Court.

Atlanta Ku Klux Klan Wiliam J. Simmons Nathan Fedford Forest William J. Simmonda Knights H. W. Evans Emperial Wizard E. W. Thomas Kase Krooked Mionsel Evans Immerial Palace Klan Vpual Etheridge Imperial Thtoniel

Gun Fight As Bandits Try To Rob Alcohol Truck

Providence April 6 Four bandits in a big touring car attempted to seize a truck carrying 500 gallons of alcohol. A gunfight followed with two truck men, Andrew Sherry and Isathe Handler, wounded and the truck overturned. Bandits fled along a road and were captured by authorities, then turned over to federal prohibition agents.

Providence Hilia Grove Andrew Sherry Central F. B Hig Isathe Handler Pawtucket Prohibition Runlin Gown & Side Read Wasds

Hartford approves measure permitting more city debt

Hartford action allows Bridg epar t to borrow additional funds beyond prior limits. The measure, approved by the Senate 13 to 8 in agreement with the House, expands debt calculations to include certain state and institutional properties for the municipality's debt limit. Opponents cited concerns over intangible asset treatment and overall debt growth.

Telvarans Hartford Senate House John A. Trumbull Finnyce Eli Univers Fea

Motion To Drop Charges Denied in New Haven Court

In New Haven on April 5 Judge Harlan B. Howe denied a defense motion to drop charges of conspiring to violate the Volstead act and quash indictments against Edward Derigibus Frederick L. Kirk John Krauter Michael Delohery Jr and William J. OBrien. The Government argued lack of legal evidence and entrapment by a government agent Saul Grill. Trial proceedings continued with juror selection and court adjourned until tomorrow after Grill testified and could not confirm whether the purchase scheme originated with authorities.

Deligibus Kirk and Krauter Bridgeport O’brien Stamford Delohery Jr Danbury New Haven Edward Derigibus Frederick L. Kirk John Krauter B.port Michael Delohery, Jr William J. O'Brien Harlan B. Howe United States District Court In&emuch Saul Grill Carl B. Whitney New York United States District Delphery Howe Grill Derigibus Prisen Nequor Colmnsel Whitney United States Greege H. Cohen Hartford Patrick Finn R. Burgess Washington Marshall Jace D. Walter George H. Canfield Finkelstone Cohen Iif

Engagement Announced In New York For Gloria Gould And Henry Bishop Jr

Formal engagement notice from New York states Gloria Gould and Henry Bishop Jr are to wed. The report notes a formal announcement and lists no further details or dates.

Lewis B Curtis Named President of People's Bank

Lewis B Curtis was elected president of the People's Savings Bank to fill the vacancy caused by Judge Morris Beardsley's death. Waldo C Bryant was chosen first vice president and Charles S Cenfield elected second vice president to fill vacancies from promotions. Attorney Samuel F Roenriissey was elected trustee to fill his father Judge Beardsley’s vacancy.

Lewis B. Curtis People’s Savings Bank Morris B. Beardsley Waldo C. Bryant Charles S. Cenfield Br. Breant Samuel F. Roenriissey Judge Beardsley

Engagement announced for Gloria Gould and Henry A. Bishop Jr

New York April 5 Easter week society event at Sherry's featured a dance hosted by Mr and Mrs Kingdon Gould for Miss Gloria Gould. Before supper George J Gould announced the engagement of his sister to Henry A Bishop Jr of Bridgeport Conn. The formal announcement drew wide attention as Miss Gould's debut was celebrated.

Gloria Gould Henry Bishop Jr New York Boardman Elka Sherry'’s Kingdon Gould George J. Gould Agigelnene Mins Gould Mr. Bishop Mr.Gould Mentons

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