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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1922
Page
2
A fragmented notice from the town clerk reports refusals linked to figures and a connotations of care versus exposure. It mentions a dog catcher, a convention, and references to records No. 4144 and No. 3139 with unclear totals and the baker’s dozen being a point of contention.
Cairg April 26 report that the United States recognizes the new Egyptian government but keeps capitulatory rights under protest.
New York police seized a liquor laden steam lighter after a dramatic chase along the Brooklyn shore. The raid involved pistol fire, hand to hand struggle, and a seized cargo of 1,500 cases of rye valued around $90,000.
Adelphian Lodge No 25th anniversary and the 108th of the order were celebrated with a banquet and entertainment at the Odd Fellows hall on Broad street. Grand lodge officers from across the state attended, including Grand Master Herbert J. Phillips and others. The program featured songs, dances, solos, and a history of Adelphine Judge, followed by supper and dancing.
Dublin April 26 The Dail Eireann read the min mainly occupied by ports debate postponed to tomorrow. Griffith’s address attacked opponents of the provisional government while Mulcahy indicted those who split the army. De Valera and his lieutenants remained calm awaiting tomorrow’s replies. Belfast unrest followed the boycott removal. Railway inquiry moves to Dublin next Tuesday. Sir James Craig accuses lack of cooperation and notes Ulster boycott and damage from Betfaet goods.
President Hsu Shih-Chang appeals to the Chinese people to avert civil war amid rising tensions between generals Chang Trot Lin and Wu Pei-Pu. He orders troop withdrawal from Paling and Chibi province and urges mediators. Acting premier Chou Tseu-Chi seeks provincial commissioners to plan disbandment and civil reforms.
Herbert J. Slabery, former commander of the United States transport service, pleaded guilty to the cigar store robbery charge. He testified about an alleged bandit trust directing robberies across New York City. Justice Finch deferred sentence to June 21 and ordered Slabery moved to a New Jersey farm to keep him away from wartime gangs.
Miss Hilda Spong promoted a Women’s Exchange at 43 West 47th Street New York to show actresses out of work can work in dressmaking millinery and cooking. She cited live proof from actresses in and out of theater and described how the exchange trains pays and sustains workers while offering coaching schooling and diverse services.
The fire board, amid a rare show of accord, plans to seek the city attorney’s opinion on whether it can hire a stenographer to act as clerk in Tom J. Hines’ office, while weighing the possible retention of Veronica Smith as stenographer. The board also discusses access to confidential property records for hazard prevention and reviews recent fire inspections and a faulty alarm report.
Miss Spenz, president and founder, leads a study aimed at aiding unemployed professionals. The group has already distributed substantial funds and seeks expansion to other cities, with key roles held by Antii Claerendan, Margaret Allen, and Spong. The effort emphasizes empowerment and organized support for workers seeking advancement.
Delegations here supported the move while Wrench’s delegation tonight denied it and said Minister Barthou went no further than to tell Lloyd George he would transmit the British premiers request to the French government. The issue of TC operations, not before the conference, is set for discussion. The meeting by treaty powers, announced by the British tonight, overshadows other conference news.
Malaga April 26. A fire gutted the customs house with 22 known deaths from jumping or falling from upper story windows. Occupants included minor civil government officers, the finance ministry, provincial departments and the education board. The building dated from the 15th century.
April 28 reports say many residents and numerous livestock near Koktale have died from drinking water contaminated by a disturbed waterfall system far inland near the Afghan frontier.
Bogus report claims five possible wives of John LeClaire were linked to forged checks. Authorities in Gloucester and Boston, with Justice Department input, say LeClaire is charged with bigamy. Salem police report his guilty bigamy status while inquiries in Fitchburg suggest a different suspect.
Washington April 26 A Navy Department bulletin from the Key West station reports a massing commercial seaplane named Santa Maria proceeding with a naval seaplane F-5 L to locate and return the disabled passenger craft. The operation involves a naval task force and support at sea.
A fragmentary report notes that Nige Carter died by suicide. a Stamford firm Yale & Towne Manufacturing Co. is mentioned along with officials Cahoon and inspector Feurot. Notes indicate a note from Dey and a publisher representative were involved. details remain unclear.
New Haven April 26 Presentation of evidence was completed today in the trial of Lawrence Carroll former manager of the alto Theatre here charged with manslaughter and selling standing room illegally Closing arguments of counsel will be afforded next Monday morning
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