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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1927
Page
7
In Ohio the coal operators and union miners edge toward a wage stalemate as Gov. A. V. Danaher seeks to calm tensions. Reports from the Hocking Valley and Dover indicate ongoing confrontations as the dispute enters its fifth month.
An advertisement promises a clean healing solution usable anytime to clear pimples blackheads blotches and skin irritations. It markets Aqu’dasisingenstor akin and seamn irritations at a price of 1.06 dollars.
In Steubenville an effigy of a non union worker hung from a tree near a Goodyear Tire and Rubber mine as non union miners faced attack from about two hundred union sympathizers. In Dover Sheriff Laird said the situation was quiet and Governor Donahey ordered National Guard to Dover to probe the clash and seek an economic settlement between miners and operators.
A short dialogue shows Miss Ponson by and Mr. Jones disputing etiquette on a business call. The pair argue over polite address and the use of terms like sweetshine in relation to events.
Berlin summer crowds will see Harre Dowels, the man who fooled Germany into believing he was prince Wilhelm Hohenzollern, perform the princely role in Alt Heidelberg. Directors and studios vied for his talent, but he insists on a heavy legitimate part, promising only serious art.
Warsaw reports a distant border segment where red and white bars mark Poland’s end and Soviet territory begins. A neutral zone lies between the bars where locals and authorities resolve minor border incidents such as livestock crossings.
In Montreal on August 1, Prince of Wales and Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin led a packed day of civic events, golf, and dinners. Baldwin spoke on empire unity and Canada’s role in imperial trade as he shed his coat at a crowded Montreal club luncheon. The Prince and Premier navigated crowds with motorcycle police, touring civic functions and private gatherings.
Washington August 1 The Senate leaders debate a possible early adjournment and a special session Discussed flood relief and tax revision measures The Democratic leader outlined a $100 million annual flood relief plan and river commission extensions while Senator Edwards pressed for a tax-cut extra session citing heavy taxes for small businesses
Fire believed started by tramps sleeping in a small shed caused about $1,000 damage at the Canal and Chapel streets building owned by the 9 Cohen and company. Firemen checked the blaze after it began in the annex and spread to the main building, preventing extensive damage.
Boston August 1 Associated Press report says Foster Williams a private in the Ninth roast artillery from Mitton Pennsylvania died suddenly aboard the steamer General Jessup. He ran to catch the vessel at the army base before it sailed for the harbor forts. Williams was about thirty years old and had ten years in the army.
A Palace program showcases On 4 Boulevard with Lew Cody Renee Adorer Dorothy Sebastian and Roy D'Arcy plus Edwin and Lottie Frick Revue with Sue Wendt the LeVan Sisters and Herbert Leslie. Moss and Frye return with How High Is Up and other old and new wisecracks. Smiling Lindy Moore Twins open the bill with a novelty act Christie and Nelson star in Falling For Fun and the Five Malays perform tumbling feats.
Vaudeville show at Pols features Mexican beauty troupe led by Dolores De Soto Consuelo Cortez and Fuentes Ortiz with American acts George Dobal Con Roy Evans and Nell Mack. Sylvie Altman and Brother perform piano and violin. The Ferraros close the program. Bitter Apples on Poll screen stars Monte Blue and Myrna Loy with added features.
Tomorrow at Pleasure Beach children receive free rides with tickets handed out at the bridge from 12 to 1 2 p m. At 4 40 p m wooden grove hosts fun making contests with prizes for winners. A boxing show runs at Pleasure Beach Inn each Wednesday evening led by James Dwyer. Tonight is final warmup for the skating contest at the roller rink with the final Tuesday August 9 awarding two large silver loving cups.
The Majestic screens Gene Stratton Porter’s The Magic Garden tomorrow with Quicksands starring Richard Dix also on view. Helene Chadwick co-stars in a dual personality role as the program showcases News Fables and a Christie Comedy.
Joseph Ciglar sues the Connecticut company in Superior Court seeking 1500 damages for electrolysis from trolley electricity that allegedly corrodes water pipes serving his property at Sea View and Stratford avenues. He cites 15 years of repairs and asks the court to restrain continued improper operation of the lines.
Mrs Bertha Chopskie of 24 Columbia Court bought two houses at 84 900 at auction yesterday on 48 486 Gregory Street and Columbia Street. The sale, conducted by Dorr R Whitney as a Superior court committee, drew a large crowd. Proceeds include a Bridgeport city tax claim of 1254.
In Cambridge England August 1 former Premier David Lloyd George said Britain could look to the United States navy for support if unjustly attacked and favored a naval understanding without limits. He said England should not depend on any one country for defense but American shipbuilding could be a means of support if Britain were attacked by another nation.
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