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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1923

Page

2

U S Senate Seeks New Presiding Officer Amid Leadership Shakeup

The article discusses the U S Senate needing to choose a new presiding officer after the Vice Presidency vacancy. It notes Republican party dynamics, potential alignments, and mentions Senator Cummins of Town as a prior presiding figure during the last session. The piece reflects period concerns over who would cast votes on roll calls and guide legislative proceedings.

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President Harding's Body on Way to Capitol Train

The president's body is en route to Washington as the nation mourns. Messages of sympathy pour in from former presidents Wilson and Taft, foreign rulers, governors, and mayors. The funeral train will arrive in Washington on August 7 at 1:18 p.m. with a large military escort and officials aboard.

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Vancouver Mourns Death of Harding in April News

Vancouver residents expressed sorrow over the death of President Harding. coverage notes his lucrative visit, return from Alaska, and ensuing editorial response reflecting the city’s grief and national impact.

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Prayer Delivered at President's Funeral Service in San Francisco

The Rev James 5 of San Francisco read a funeral prayer for President Harding. He offered reverent pleas for divine comfort, praised Harding's character and service, and prayed for grace to carry forward the work begun by the late president, blessing those connected to him and the nation.

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Coolidge Assumes Duties of Office

The bulletin describes President Coolidge arriving in Washington to take office after President Harding’s death. It notes the exodus from Plymouth, messages of congratulations pending, and Coolidge resting well. It covers his journey, security details, and preparations for state funeral plans led by Secretary Hughes, plus the move to the Willard Hotel before White House occupancy.

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Youth Drowns in Shallow Water at Imperial Cottage

A boy drowned in shallow water off Imperial avenue while with a companion who vanished in a panic. Nolan ruled the death accidental by drowning. The Fitzgerald family cottage was nearby as the boy's mother, on the beach, sobbed upon seeing guards work over him. The other child, who swam with him, disappeared before authorities could identify him. The victim had prior infantile paralysis affecting his right leg.

Nolan Fitzgerald Imperial Avenue

Registrars Notice Fairfield Voters Meeting Times

The Registrars of Voters for Fairfield will meet at the Town House on Friday August 1 and Friday August 8 from noon to 2 pm. They will retain names unless requested to transfer erase. Written notices only and no telephone calls.

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Andersen Henry 53 Funeral Services Planned

In this old notice Henry Andersen age 53, friends invited to attend the funeral from his late residence on Saturday August 23 at 2 p.m. Interment at family discretion. Also: Troy aged 24, invitees for funeral from her residence Monday morning August 24 at 9:30 and from St. Eses Church Newtown at 10 a.m. Burial at Ku Roses New Irwin.

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Card of Thanks for Daughter and Sister

We express sincere thanks and appreciation to friends and neighbors for sympathy and floral tokens. Gratitude to Mrs Neary's Dept 16 and all who helped ease our sorrow amid this bereavement. Ma, Mrs John Thomas Barnwell and family.

Mtr. Neary A Co. Gut Jown Thomas Barnwell

Dead Chief to Be Honored by Army and Navy Today

The Army and Navy will honor their late Commander-in-Chief Warren G Harding with citywide and national salutes. Guns will fire from ships and shore stations, with mourning observed for 30 days. Dwight F. Davis announces the death occurred August 2, 1923 in San Francisco. Calvin Coolidge has taken the oath as President.

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Coolidge urged to summon Congress over coal shortage

A statement calls for a special session to address the coal shortage crisis. It notes many senators and representatives with whom Mr. Coolidge has allied politically are keen to press for action to prevent a repetition of last winter's suffering in New England. The aim is to hear the President and apply measures to mitigate the coal scarcity.

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