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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1923

Page

2

Admiral Chester Declares Oil Treaty Stand Downplayed

An interview with Admiral Chester discusses U S oil imports and Turkey's role in oil concessions. He argues Britain and France cannot change the Turko American stance, warning oil supplies and national auto industries hinge on open access.

Wasitington France Ansaice Assembly Tnday Gay Colby MM. Chester Vos Leve Chester Lausaline Chess Y England Churchill Winston Churchill Mainister Becuse Turkey Franklin Bouillon Mustanha Kera Pasna Irgana Ottoman- American Development Co Ung&s Saltablc State Department The

Training disabled veterans by manufacturers in wartime

A garbled report outlines plans by U S advisors and Maj tranmeyer to enlist manufacturers in training disabled veterans connected with a wartime effort. The note mentions a goal of mobilizing soldiers and bringing many men to a station for instruction and support.

Meetings Tonight Amid Varied Local Group Notices

Local entries list various meetings and events across Bridgeport and surrounding areas. Notable groups include Ladies of the Macca bees, Temple Sisterhood of the Congregation Israel, Victoria lodge, and the American Legion Katherine McKarty post. Additional items reference Masonic temple activities and district lodges along streets like 133 Blaly, 139 Areastro Bridgeport, and Stratford Avenue.

Wee Bridge Grokies Ira Lodge M. Masini Vetilka Esters Blaly Peguionnsvk Etic Loohe Broad Street Carpenters Ladies of the Maccabees Bridgeport Mislead Sypothetae of America Cannot Street Temple Sisterhood of the Rk City Lodge Wrosa

Court Frees Schleifer on Inciting Violence Charge

Ernest Schleifer, linked to radical labor unrest, is freed in New Haven County as Judge James H. Webb grants a demurrer, ruling the state failed to prove the common law crime of solicitation. The decision suggests broader limits on prosecuting incendiary language aimed at mobs.

NEW Eavex Ernest Schleifer Criminal Superior Court New Haven County James H. Webb Aus Benjamin Slade Schleifer Almon A. Alling Webb Schleffer Uity Court of New London New Haven New Tendon Anking Naw Haven Schlaifer Breal Foramen Veebt

Multiple church pastorates shuffled in regional changes

A list of pastorate reallocations across Newfield Washington Park Diamond Hill and several other churches shows replacements by Harwood Roesch Ric hard Lewiss Blate Snaveh Chamberlain Bush Richards and others. The report notes education committee changes at the conference with A G Brooks and others elected and a large Methodist education drive underway.

Newfield Miner Harwood G. C. Fort Bridgeport Washington Park BeDermott G. W. Roesch HH. H. Richard S. LW. Lewiss Georgetown M. L. G. Proper Miner Harwood Greenwich Diamond Hill Henry Blate J. Av. Snaveh South Norwalk A. F P. Chamberlain N. G. J. Pepper Stepney A. F. Chamberlain Stratford C. E. Bush E. Honwold Ansonia Kenneth G. Richards George E. Sarrar Blehem Church RE. Coleman Bloomfield J. Doenecke Durham Intein C. Mrye BE. Ls Bengs Great Hil Novenders J. Wupplied Jeas F Alien Beott Ker Clay B. Lord Barns Meriden First Church Th. W. Reesch S. C. Johnson Nougetac J.A. MacMillani J. ¥. Kennedy New Ies Trinity Church Wariman D.C Dorchester New Haven Howard Avenue S.C. Johnson J. Ty Hamillon St. Andrew's Church New Hlaven Mower Doe Prunes Westyilia Areith Grunau Aie Mrd Waterbury U. Nt Committee On Education Mae A. G.prooks Chester Mill Mount Vernon Leyman G. Grieve G. Downey York City Fe A. Machian Sag Jiarber L. F Lr J. Sb Oveter Bar Gu Cunningham Brooklyn Dy Jy R Simsbury Worters I Lin MacMillan Tpl Conmilttze James B. Holmes William J. Thompson Drew Theological Seminary Warren I. Cooper Holmen

Priest Slayer Dons Prison Garb For Rest Of Life

Reverend Father Charles Dillon, who confessed to killing his superior Rev. Henry O’Neill of St. Augustine’s, was being escorted to Marquettenleht prison to begin life in the penal institution. Dillon refused insanity plea, said he was ready to pay, and will abandon priestly attire while clinging to faith, having spent time reading the Bible in custody.

Halamazog Charles Dillon Wether Henry O'Neill St. Augustine's Church Marquettenleht le Ban Dilon

Auto Stolen Report From Elm Street Incident

Ceorge Snyder of 119 Catherine Street reported to police at night that his automobile was stolen from Elm Street. Abraham Lighter of 119 Norfolk Street reported theft from a car of a sample care containing children's clothes. Unclear text notes dogs, and references Japan and England with no coherent news item.

Ceorge Snyder Catherine + street Elm Street Abraham Lighter Norfolk Street

Stuck in Ice Halts Canadian Politicians Flight Plans

Four candidates in Newfoundland's spring election plan air rescue after the steamer Kyle became icebound off the New Poundland coast. The vessel, carrying supplies for southeast settlements, has remained stuck near Jam Ling harbor since April 14.

ST. John's. N Maroonsd Poundland Kyle Canalte Government Party Burgeo Fortune Stezmer Iamaling Harbor

Purchaser Sues Over Alleged Stolen Auto Sale in Fairfield

Clara H Knowlton of Fairfield sues auto dealer Charles H Canning for $500 claiming a Ford sold on September 11, 1922 had mutilated engine numbers and was not the seller’s property. The case, described as a test, involves state police investigations and potential connections to brokers around Singer and Goldy brothers.

Bette Bere i Camegedi Atelen Common Pleas Court Clara HH. Knorlten Fairfield Charles H. Canning Canning Ford Singer George Singer Scully Miss Knowlton Fairlell Jasyvyera Norwalk Greenwich

Britain Promises Aid To Curb Rum Smuggling

In London on April 1, Ronald Neill told the House of Commons Britain would assist the United States in preventing liquor smuggling. Washington suggested restricting transfer of U.S. vessels to British registry and a treaty with reciprocal search rights beyond three miles. Colonel Archer-Shee pressed for assurance that British ships could not be sourced outside territorial waters.

London Britain United States Washington Ronald Neill Reld House of Commons McNeill America Martin Archer-Shee Me. McNeill House

Lord Cecil Explains League Aims In Asia And Europe

Lord Cecil discusses the League's aims amid war and reform. He highlights suppression of the opium traffic, international cooperation, and economic restoration in Europe. He notes the League's role in easing tensions and binding nations to a common method for peace.

Europe Washington Giawert

Harding Praises Influence of Revolution Daughters

Washington April 14 with more than 3000 delegates in attendance the thirty second annual Congress of the Daughters of the American Revolution convened. President Harding praised the organization for its wholesome influence on American life while Mrs George Maynard Minor of Connecticut spoke of dangers from pacifists and radicals. Secretary Hughes also spoke urging vigilance against disloyal individuals and groups and teachers to be alert to disloyal acts. President Harding urged Americans to uphold the fathers principles and enlist unselfish devotion in implanting real American sentiments in citizens hearts.

Washington Congresa of the Daughters of the American Tevoltion Harding Praia George Maynard Minor Connecticut Hughes Miner Minve Hardi Mr. Harding

Mayor Criticizes Coroner Phelan In Transit Scandal

Stamford reports detail mayor Alfred Phillips accusing the Public Utilities Commission and Connecticut Company officials of failing to secure a fair deal after a deadly bus crash. Coroner Phelan plans further inquiries into bus lights and speed while witnesses and officials face questions about overloading and safety.

Valentine Wadham Clinton Avenue Harry Scott Connecticut Company E. Irvins Rudd Glenbrook Public Utilities Commision Alfred W. Phillips Stamford Siies Commission Rudd Phillips Pupie Utilities Commission William Ekingdon Henchlng Phelan John Joseph Brown Phlip Palling Assembly Utilities Commission Connecticut Ca Telilics Commission Connecticut Co General

Evening High school awards 325 certificates tonight

Three hundred twenty five students will receive approximately 1 000 cases tonight in the Congress High school auditorium marking the end of the pre term. Certificates go to those attending 60 or more nights and performing well, with cash prizes for top essays and attendance records plus shorthand speed awards. A final dance follows the ceremony.

Qongress High School Stiles Margaret Lawier Melen Hedges Josephine Lane Congress High School Congress High

Smuggled Aliens Claim Detective Demanded Bribe

Four more aliens alleged to have been smuggled into the state were captured near Deerfield. Giuseppe Lombardi, one of those seized, says an American detective in the area took large sums to aid the aliens' movement. Payments ranged from 10 to 160 dollars per person. Lombardi also claims a separate group sailed toward New England with whiskey cargo, aiming for Boston.

Lauderdale Wiovida Apel Deerfield Giuseppe Lombardi tHavane Hirge Lombardi Saily Florida New England Boston Lombardi New Briain Conn

City Charities Dept to Cost $48,917 Less This Year

Superintendent Angus P. Thorne announced the city charities department will spend about $325,806 this year, down from last year by $45,977. The outside poor budget falls to $59,339, with a $18,177 unexpended balance to be returned. Cuts stem from new medical staff at Hillside Home and reduced reliance on private hospitals.

Publics Charities Department Owenry Angus P. Thorne Thorne Charities Department O'horne Hillside

Former Alderman Fran Cénier Dies After Brief Illness

Fran Cénier former alderman for the Twelfth District from 1907 to 1903 died last night at 164 Brooke Street after a brief illness. He was a member of Court Nathaniel Wheeler Foresters of America and the Men’s League of St Charles church. Survived by six sons and four daughters, four sisters. Funeral at 2:30 Thursday from his home with a solemn requiem at St Charles church. Burial in St Michael's cemetery.

Fran Cénier Hig Brooke Street Tie Nathaniel Wheeler Foresters of America Men's Teague St. Charles’ Church William George F. Comer John George Fant This City Thomas Fant New York City John W

Amusements: She Birth Comes to the Quality Theatre

The Universal Jewel edition of Booth's novel comes to the Quality Theatre tonight a portrayal of simple peoples lives. Jerome Eddy and Eileen Percy star as the leads with George Nichols and Lydia Wyott in parental roles in this meritorious screen attraction.

She Birt Quality Theatre Tonight Universal-Jewel Booth Ington Jerome Eddy Eileen Percy George Nichols Lydia Wyott

Friend of Murdered Model Held on Bail

April 16 report notes J Guzmares, admired by Doroth Keenan, found charged March 13 with violating anti-plato law. Magistrate Goodman set bail at 2500 dollars as trial awaits. Police allege revolver found in white bag. he proclaims no knowledge.

J. Guimares Doroth Keenan Goodman

Bitter contest over will of Crandall farmer poet

Stamford April 16 Special. A loss contested fight over the will of Crandall known as “Farmer-Poet” of North Stamford whose death by suicide March 24 triggers a dispute. Key defendants are Arthur L. Crandall son from first wife and Rowland D. Crandall and Clarence H. Crandall sons from second wife, who challenge the original codicil that left most of the estate to Arthur. The challengers allege the testator was incompetent due to mental distress when the will was drawn.

Stamford Crandall Murself Arthur L. Crandall Rowland D. Crandall Clarence H. Crandall Artim T. Crandall Rewland D Clarence H. Crand

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