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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1923

Page

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Churches Pray for Harding

Churches across the community mourn the sudden death of President Harding with prayers and sermons. Rev O Connor of St James Church praises Harding as a friend to all and reflects on life’s uncertainty as the nation grieves and plans memorials.

Harding Farding Mr. O'Connor St. James R. C Church of Stratford Father O'Connor Father O'Conner Pather O'Connor Plymouth Coolidge Coorda James’ Church Ellis Arthur Moralisz Announ Daketl

First Lady of Land Spends Her Initial Sunday in Quiet Manner

The First Lady observes a quiet start to her tenure, attending services at First Congregational Church with notable guests including Mr. and Mrs. Jamie Wy, Mrs. Stearns, and Mrs. Edward T. Clark. Only Secretary of State is noted among the afternoon attendants as plans continue through a busy two days ahead.

Land Jamie Wy Boston Stearns Willian M. Butler Wine

Seven Hurt in Freakish Tornado Rips Through Merrick Area

A violent tornado swept through the Merrick section at 2:30 PM damaging fifty houses and a large industrial plant. Seven people were injured, two critically, with property losses exceeding $100,000. Debris debris and dust formed a towering column as winds collided near the river, wrecking homes, killing livestock, and injuring a child trapped in debris. Rescue efforts continued as responders searched the rubble and assessed damage.

Mier Merrick Hall Mervick Wyco Electric Company Lowsgerra Ernest Estahgook Zerra Tome Poleon Bouley Wreesea Tebacch Assachurets Notte

Woodrow Wilson to participate in Harding funeral

President Coolidge invited Woodrow Wilson to attend the Harding funeral ceremonies in Washington. Wilson authorized a statement saying he will participate as soon as possible, potentially riding in the funeral cortege from the White House to the Capitol depending on his condition. Aimed at gauging his health, the decision hinges on his physical state.

Washington Woodrow Wilson Harding White House Capid Totunda Coolidge Wilson Sherri Grayson Eral Foch H. Crowder U. S.ania Cubs New York Havana Woodrow Wilso Weremoniies Taft Hara Marion Deborah Knox Livingston Natonal Preakish West Springfield Dyeport Fittsfield Waterbury Habe Funk Browns Indians Sox Letroit Uiajits Cincinnati Brooklyn Braveblank Cardinals Molla Mallory New York State Helen Willis Jack

Two Accidents In Fairfield Damage Five Automobiles

Three autos were damaged when an automat owned by Mikey Mackin of Bridgeport struck a cross street and collided with five vehicles at the intersection of Post Road and Penfield Road around 5 44 this afternoon. Traffic officer William Barr halted traffic on the Post Road. No injuries were reported.

Trfield Aus Mikey Macran Bridgeport Crossey Post Road Penfield Road In & Potlesman Sanine Re Are Willian Barr Trafic Menfield Mackin Louis Rayam Greeryee Vd. Ned Ravan Svat Anglo Lakeview Avenue Altonines KB Gaida Bore Day Tymn Brankfin Street Tnlywater Millplain Areys

Three Little Things Needed To Compete For $500 Award

A garbled notice touts a $500 prize for writing ads using a sheet of paper and a pencil. It promises weekly prizes from Most Publishing Co and hints at a campaign with unclear names and locations. The text is fragmented and difficult to verify.

Ube Wrand Most Shu Ose Nswy Sper

Warrant Issued for Quartermaster Embezzlement Suspect

A warrant charging embezzlement has been issued for Charles Alt of Norm Street Master Ne Hayes Post. Details from the release note involvement in a missing funds case and a planned travel event. Authorities request the subject’s capture within the region.

Charles Alt Norm Ne Hayes Post Dantes Mur Ly Atterrey Alexander Lete Stat Ernie Alexandra Bond Isa

Gill Kin Swindle Case Shocks Darien Family at Sanitarium

Mrs Edith Boding and Mrs Florence Marinos of Brooklyn attempt to move their aunt Mrs Mary Gill to Brooklyn. Gill, a Darien real estate operator, is said to have pressured her into the sanitarium with a private detective. Probate steps consider a conservator as family disputes unfold over stock holdings and control of the Wilson Gill company.

Spetal Bey i Willliam T. Andrew Stamford Sys Gilly Eiorts Wilson-Gill Company Gill Gertrude Beckiey Darien Becklex Gui Ionahue Buckley Stanford Police Virelli Bridgeport Hiss Etary William Guywood Nere

One Killed Seven Hurt In Auto Collision Near Hartford

A crash near the Air Line railroad crossing at Colchester injured seven and killed Jack Jospe of Pipasant 7 Bariford. Several others were able to be moved to Nesheaden hospital. The accident involved a vehicle owned by Harry Selo Nan and another traveling from London to Hartford. Authorities continued to investigate the scene and identify other passengers.

Hartford August Jack Jospe Pipasant Bariford Coalchester Harry Selo- Nan Colchester Aly London Seblass Wis Neshenden Ken Rane Ayitad

Tragic Ice Run Fatality In Philadelphia Street Crossing

A mother and her 3 year-old brother were struck and killed while crossing a Philadelphia street in a wagon loaded for ice. The 3 year old, Alexander, and Isadore were swept away by an oncoming train or vehicle. Isadore died instantly, Alexander is critically injured and may die. The cart in which they rode was overturned during the accident.

Amden Brether Alexqider Philadelphia & Reading Isadore Alexander

Officials Deny Knowing Where Locke Bucketeers Are

New York August 5 Officers at Maveriors Island unable to say where Edward Fuller and William McGee are after being moved from Ludlow Street jail. A long meeting with assistant U. S. Attorney preceded their transfer to Fort Jay and back uptown to a hotel. Reporters pursued them, but authorities claimed no knowledge of their whereabouts.

New York Maveriors Island Edward BM. Fuller William F. McGee Gattri Ludlow Street United States Iaid M. Fuller & jMon Fort Jay Lete Federal Building Manhattan District Attorney's Office Fuller McGee Wright Fort Tay Governora Island Cromwell

Three Hurt Bathing At Local Beaches

Three people were injured while bathing at local beaches yesterday. Mrs Margaret Neery near a diving raft struck her head and suffered a slight concussion, treated at home in good condition. John W from Conny Avenue injured his forehand and received hospital care. George Hionanda of Howe Avenue sustained a foot wound requiring stitches.

Vie Margaret Neery Te Bireet Pimereeney Hospital Frorge Hionanda Ft Howe Avenue Ana Awell

Philadelphia Prays for President Harding in National Service

Fragmentary text reports a prayer service across denominations for President Harding. Leaders and congregations united in solemn observance, with language indicating mourning and reverence during a time of national sorrow.

Guardsmen Parade Through City Recalling War Scenes

A Connecticut National Guard battalion paraded through the center of the city in a farewell ceremony before heading to Fort Wright New York for training. The crowd along Main Street witnessed the officers and men in dress uniforms, a solemn parade that drew more than a thousand observers and evoked memories of war.

Constitillery Corps Connecticut National Guard Battal I Fort Wright New York

Coolidge Backed by Trustees on Meiklejohn Matter

President Coolidge supports Amherst trustees in the Meiklejohn case with Frank W. Stearns explaining the action. The board, while liberalism is debated, moved to change administration for efficiency. George D. Odds is named Amherst president.

Washington Dent Coolidge Amherst College Alexander Meiklejohn Ile Is & Lugice Amherst Fran Ww. Stearns Bosto Vicr Stearns Meiklejohn Ambherst George D. Odds Oolidge Washngton Association of Amherst Coolidge Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity Jie Chi Psi Woodrow Wilson Princeton Edward T. Clark

Bulgarian king sends condolence message to Mrs Harding

King Boris of Bulgaria sent a condolence message after the death of President Warren G Harding. He praised the late leader as a great man whose influence supported peace and amity among nations.

Buxinugrad Associated Press Boris Harding Algaria Aub

Taft to Attend Funeral Ceremonies in Washington and Marton

Chief Justice Taft telegraphed President Coolidge from Pomme Au Pic Quebec that he would participate in the Flarding funeral ceremonies both here and in Marton. He expressed high respect, deep sympathy with the administration, and confidence in the rescue.

Washington Taft Coolidge Pomme Au Pic Quebec Marton Ale. Latt

Harding Death Delays Italian Day Outing in Bridgeport

At a Bridgeport gathering of the Italian general committee the Italian day outing planned for August 10 at Pleasure Beach is postponed indefinitely out of respect for the late President Harding. The city proclaims mourning, and social activities tied to the event are canceled or postponed following the Marion Ohio burial.

Witchscan Alaska Marion Ohio Terry Harding Pii Aliska Chronicle

Services in Frisco San Calif translate to dining wide belt

Frisco and San Calif services reported on Wednesday as three funeral ceremonies in Washington Hoygia tro titled today by Major James Molt Jr. The notice mentions locations and the schedule of services.

San Calif San Francia Jiemnes Molt . Jr

Harding Funeral Train Passes by Silent Watchers

A chaotic montage covers Harding funeral scenes, prayers at churches, and public observances. Reports mention silent watchers, towns rallying, and a nationwide wave of ceremonies as leaders, clergy, and crowds mark the nation’s mourning in a period of political tension.

Funeral Train Through Laramie Adds To Harding Farewell

A silent, reverent crowd in Laramie welcomed the funeral train bearing President Harding’s body on its journey to Washington. Mayor, university officials, and civic groups attended as prayers were led and floral tributes were offered. The scene contrasted with June’s passage, yet shared the mournful solemnity that marked the national tribute.

Las Ramle Wye Harding Laramie Washington Amerivan Legion Fremont Street Larame University of Wyoming Rel's Union Pacific DR. M. Thornberry St. Matthewa Boy Scouts and Girls Univ _versity of Wyoming Summer School Soca Marion Battimore York Harrisburgsh Scranton Johnstown Pittsburgh Eld Ohio Thia

Body of boy seen floating in harbor waters

Special Policeman and harbor crew recovered a boy's body after a boat struck near East Main Street pier. Authorities said the body surfaced briefly and sank, with no distinguishing features available. Several boys are reported missing from their homes, but identification is not possible from the fragments.

Segich Beni Bridgeport

Dedication Ceremony Opens New Maplewood Synagogue

A large Jewish congregation gathered yesterday afternoon to dedicate the new Tredelph inlony Temple at Maplewood and Iiranistan avenue. The event featured a formal procession, opening prayers, and the symbolic turning of the temple key as the Star Spangled Banner was sung, marking the first services at the new house of worship.

Rodoph Sholom Maplewood Iranistan Samuel Goldman Iiranistan Singus

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Rev. O'Connor Fairfield Jook Etek Paris Westport Institution Ice Fuller and Unknown Place Philadelphia Philapelmita Crota Merlejohn Frank W. Stearns Phi Gamma Delta Frisco Socaal Jay Ina Harbor Rodolph Sholom Temple Juin A. Tassogna Anthony Lavorgon New Ha- Sen Wl Haig Bridgeport Youtha Canaan Bradley Sinlth Royal Wunt Uwo Weelks Mort Wright The Astors Greenw Greenwade Inn Union Danbury Milford Herman Seteveder Danoury Danley Hospitals Lordship New Carnat Greenwich Waterbury Salems New Haven Budget Bureau Warna Duessseldorf Ebaek
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