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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1927
Page
1
Washington observers interpret President Coolidge's remark that he does not choose to run as leaving the field open or closed. Republican leaders voice mixed views while Butler cites uncertainty about Coolidge's willingness to run if nominated. Democrats remain largely silent but express relief at the unsettled GOP scene as several factions seek a clear path.
Missoula Montana August 3 Associated Press The wise determination of President Coolidge not again to become a candidate will be approved by meet Americana Thomas J Walsh Democrat Montana said It is scarcely to be believed that any others desiring his re election were undisturbed by misgiving at departure from the precedent set by Washington and especially by Jefferson It would be difficult to alarm any one concerning the fate of the country should the mild mannered President be again chosen but the rule once departed from ceases to exist and it becomes relatively easy for some bold and ambitious man to utilize the vast power and prestige of the presidential office to perpetuate himself in that eminent place It said more than two years ago that when the proper time came President Coolidge would announce that he would not run again and that should he be nominated the anti third term movement would prove his undoing
Miami editorial comment notes that President Coolidge could avoid buck passing through decisive action. The piece, attributed to Asaoc ated Press, reflects on accountability in public service and the ease of shirking responsibility by shifting blame.
Bridgeport pitcher Andy Rush threw a no hit no run performance against the Springfield Poni es as the Bears edged them 1 to 0. Rush walked one, hit one, and fanned six while facing only twenty seven batters aided by a series of double plays. Gary Fortune pitched for Springfield and allowed four Bears hits.
Rapid City dispatch reports President Coolidge showing a happier, more talkative demeanor after announcing he would not run in 1928. He greeted visitors more warmly and enjoyed daily moments, while his household splits over interpretation of the word choose. The press conference followed with a written note of the statement prepared in his handwriting.
Anthony Hensler of New York piloted a 94 foot long dirigible built by Morris F Humen of Union City NJ on a test flight from Secaucus NJ. Gas escaped from the bag causing a collapse and forced landing in a meadow over Long Island. Hensler escaped unharmed and the craft suffered only a torn gas bag.
NFW Haven Conn August 1. Joseph Green, thirty five, died today from a broken neck after a fall from the pier at Savin Rock. He struck his head on the surf before being taken to a hospital, where he died. The water was at half tide at the time.
Warren Brothers may be low bidder for paving about 21000 square yards of city streets. bids open August 9 but contract award awaits proper Common Council authorization. City officials noted action taken earlier was in error. Mayor Behren's will collect proposals with 10 percent certified check, and advertise bids until 11 am August 9.
State police and the motor vehicle department praise new license law in effect since May 1 allowing 6200 youths aged 16 to 36 to drive legally. In three months no arrests for drunken driving or fatal crashes among this group, with 400 girls and 4800+ boys licensed. Officials credit careful driving and no spectaular incidents by underage operators.
Reported hovering over Beech's Pond on Boston Avenue for several nights, a ghostly six foot form drew over two thousand spectators last night but failed to appear. Neighbors recall three prior sightings as the apparition rose from the water near a derelict ice house and drifted across the pond before vanishing in its deepest area near the dam.
Danbury police identify the stabbing victim as Tony Mullo known as Scar Face from Waterbury. Mullo, 32, formerly linked to the Costanzo gang murder in Orange years ago, is connected to Frank Grindinale the 36 year old spaghetti house owner arrested for assault with intent to murder. The incident traces to a three week feud ending at a Danbury grocery store where Mullo and Grindinalte clashed after a earlier altercation.
Ballots show supporters of keeping WICC vote to remove the station fell to four to one. Early tallies had odds at seven to one against, then two to one, with various questions about power and wavelength shaping results. Total ballots received near 187 with many comments from readers.
Swink of Cootidge and Norland seek the party’s nomination as early campaign developments unfold. Wordy coverage notes campus topics, political maneuvers, and local campaign events across multiple pages.
Geneva Aug 3 The tripartite naval conference ends in impasse as Britain United States and Japan fail to agree on a cruiser cap Japan’s compromise offers a naval holiday while the US catches up United talks hinge on the Brkenhead plan and 45000 ton limits amid British hesitation and US reluctance.
John Vende forty one who works on John Rebstock's Stratford farm fractured his right arm after a bull attack sent him down twenty steps at a friend's house on 118 Willard Street. He was taken to Bridgeport Hospital and placed on the danger list with possible skull fracture and lacerations. Police say the injury was accidental.
Madge Kennedy stage actress learned of her husband Harold Bolster New York broker's death while flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles. She aimed to reach his bedside and return for an evening performance, but arrived to find him dead in his Aloydwood hospital room.
Governor Fuller refused executive clemency for Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti, stating the men had a fair trial and there was no justification for mercy. The report details the governor’s press briefing, guards at the state house and hospital, and the long decision text prepared for distribution to reporters.
Boston August 3 Associated Press reports Chief counsel William G Thompson would not comment until reading the governor's full text. The Sacco Vanzetti Defense Committee promised a statement later. Warden Hendry would notify them tomorrow. Crowds gathered as news of the governor's decision drew wide public interest. Police guarded the Phillips house and Beacon Street, and patrols watched the Ritz Carlton and state prison as calls sought updates. The reprieve expires in one week.
President Coolidge is not expected to intervene on behalf of Sacco and Vanzetti. He holds the case falls entirely within Massachusetts court jurisdiction. No extra guards were placed about the President, but precautions would be taken to prevent attempts to seek his influence.
Alexandria Lebedoff claimed daughter of the late Peter Kropotkin married Lorimet Hammond at Elm City. Lebedoff, divorced from her first husband in 1920, met Hammond in Russia where he worked in journalism. Hammond, a native of New Haven, Connecticut, is a newspaper correspondent.
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