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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1922

Page

2

Ohio Voters Debate Progres sive Nominees and Prohibition Issue

Ohio voters face a pivotal ballot in tomorrow's primary as Republicans weigh Progres sive satchel of candidates. The contest pits a Progressive slate led by Congressman Charles Knight against party leaders. Wet and dry factions split over prohibition and a proposed 25 percent light wine and beer amendment to the constitution. Local figures include Carmi A. Thompson and Harver C. Smith, with political maneuvering visible in petitions filed for constitutional change.

Columbus Ohio Associated Press Weide Camimary Indiana Pennsylvania Ation Atate Prohibition Aga Labor Charles Fas Knight Mktor Propres EK Estates Carml A. Thompson Cleveland C. Homer Durand Coshocton Harver C. Smith Sandville Secretary of

Hartford School Entertains Students At Beach Outing

John P. Ov'Xelll entertained several fellow students from Hartford at Fayerweather Island on Sunday and the group later visited Pleasure Beach. They plan to resume priestly studies at St. Thomas Seminary in Hartford in a few weeks. Attendees included Miss Mary Farrell and others from New Haven and Hartford.

John P. Ov'Xelll Fayerweather Island Pleasure Beach St. Thomas * Seminary Hartford Mary Farrell George Muan James Keane D. O'Neill Joseph. William and Margaret O'Neil James Clabby John McCari John McQueeney John P. O'Neill

Town audit delays reveal funding, duties and misstatements

Stratford officials face four month audit delay blamed on departments withholding appraisal figures and an auditor awaiting final payment. The new accounting system improved books but dispute over payment extended the process. Net cost under two thousand with recoveries reducing the final audit expense.

Stratford Fle la Parte Norg Shire Times

Beer Bearing Trucks Seized Near Danielson

State police halted a beer shipment en route to New York from Providence. Two three ton motor trucks carrying 7,200 cases of beer and three men were captured between Danielson and Johnson, with the drivers charged with transporting liquor without a permit. Names given included Bory Hart of Chicago, Charles Trylor, and Thomas Walsh of New York. The seized goods valued at $8,000.

Jowett New York Providence Poites

Work Rush and Swift Speed Postal Affairs

Local post office men half signficant that federal chiefs may aid efficiency in the Post Office service. Names include Hubert Work as Postmaster General Rush TD Simmons Chet Inspector and Swit in Boston. Their middle name is speed.

Hubert Work Ther Rush TD Simmons Chet Jasp Swit Boston Jis Ryan and Switt Sorea

Black Rock Scouts Plan Overnight Hike

The Black Rock Girl Scouts, newly organized, prepare their first overnight hike. They will leave for Snake Hill for a day trip and return later, supervised by Captain Tyn Shay and Lieutenant Helen Zenhiga. Four patrols will participate.

Girl Scouts Black Rock Snake Hill Mercy Trey Tyn Shay Helen Zenhiga

Meetings Tonight United Brotherhood of Carpentry and Joiners

Listings show multiple fraternal and civic groups meeting tonight across Bridgeport Hartford and New Haven including United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, Harmony Council Knights Templar Pythian groups, Daughters of St George, and local lodges. The notices reference addresses on Elm Street Main Street Stratford Avenue Fairfield Avenue Broad Street and 164 State Street with scattered venue notes and affiliations.

United Brotherhead of Carpentery and Joiners of America Elm Street M. Newfield Harmony Council, Jr State Etreet Bithrs Knights of Pythias Calanthe Temple Pythian Sisters Main Pequonnock Lodge Bridgeport Business Meng Association Bridgewort Master Builders Exchanges St. George's Hall Stratford Avenue Daughters of Olga Jodge Sisters of Herman Fairfield Avenue Shenandoah Lodge Knishty Corinnthian Lodge Fond A. Mal

Barges Libeled Over Carrying Alcohol

Pequonneck Lodge I O O F urges members and guards to attend tonight's meeting to discuss a case of libeled barges accused of carrying alcohol and the ensuing fallout.

Lost 11 year old girl in Adirondack woods search widens

Virginia Skane, 11, from Columbus Ohio, reportedly lost in Adirondack woods near Limekin Lake. She had been at Boulders camp and likely tried to hike when a severe storm hit, with authorities and a search party from Tupper Lake mobilizing at daybreak.

Virginia J Skane Cnlumbus Ohio Limekin Lake Adirondacka Shy Hay Boulders Camp Tupper Lake

Veterans Hospitalization Conditions Praised by Allingtown Doctor

Dr Adams, overseeing New York Bridgeport cases, defends veterans care. He reports ex service men praise treatment at Allingtown and Connecticut hospitals while noting some discontent over hospital and rehabilitation funding. Sawyer plans a New York trip to discuss conditions with business and medical leaders.

New York Charles D. Sawyer Harding Connecticut New Jersey Ni York Sawyer Summantes Uong Colonal A. Sprague Legion’s Whang Uslir B. J. Adame Bhat Box Hill Hospital Syuten Island Thas Hospital Adams Allingtown Hospital American Legion Law Colone

Fiske O'Hara Debuts in At the Park Play Twas Himself

Review of Fiske O'Hara in the Park Theatre production Twas Himself at Park. Pat Clare returns as leading lady with stagey gowns and Irish gallantry. The plot follows a wealthy painter who courts a street waif amid weddings and reconciliation. Cast praised for lively performances and musical numbers.

Fiske O'Hara Killarney Park Theatre Gui Ng O'Hara Pat Clare Hara Indies Ireland O'Hare Michael Sherman Fist Horrors Pat Clary Immy Krill Mae Waadhurne Ployrence ‘Thompson Miller Dude Jay? Clements Tom McGeath Herbert Guerre the Park Theatre Astlings Taunless Ape Ameanie Anna Niehals

Tree Surgeon Killed by Lightning in Storm

A tree surgeon identified as Fern J. Otcombh from Hiram Ohio was instantly killed by a bolt of lightning during a storm in Elizabeth New Jersey this afternoon. Several men at the tree’s base were stunned by the strike.

Elizabeth N. J Fern J. "Otcombh Hiram Ohio

Mayor Atwater Hosts Brief Yacht Cruise With Club Members

Mayor Atwater and party sail Virginia on a calm coast voyage amid storm warnings. The outing includes Port Jefferson races planned for next weekend with entries limited to 26. New Jersey visitors aboard Ranche A. join Pequannock club events and preparations for the naval race.

Peotatuck Club Stratford Black Rock Harbor Mayo Virginia Atweker Alwiver Prank A. Crontwell Gaptain Edmunds Poomtuck Mahap Port Jefferson Satuday Atwater Wrwell Amiar Pequennock Yacht Club Oneida Chenmaug Benedict Indian Harbor New York Brooklyn Middletown East Harpoon M. S. Cornell, Jr Middlemuth Cruiser Championsny of America New York Athletic Club Amerea Diana

General Rail Strike Looms as Unions to Meet Friday

Unions press for an honorable settlement as railroad workers remain on strike over seniority and safety amid a stalled plan. President Harding urged a Washington conference Friday to push a constructive program, while executives demand rapid reemployment to avoid worsening service disruptions.

Stone Washington Smike Mr. Jewell Icalesians Jawell Phe Walway Reyroad Labor Board Carters Dhe Ia Fisputa Vie Railroad Laser Board Warren G. Harding Ibis Harding Gnien Wiewnalnt Railroad Labor Board Rarosd Labor Board Gltikers Rhede Sen Brynnes

Italian Revolt Grows Amid Street Uproar in Italy

Across major cities mobs clash as Fascists burn Socialist flags and stores in Bologna and Ancona. A wave of arson and violence follows purported Socialist provocation. Interior Minister Taddei demands strict order while calling for recalls. a Fascist deputy is wounded returning from Bologna.

Rome Associated Press Tuty Ministry of the Interior Fascisti Fastistis Morkanhal Bologna Anconna Taddel Ste Wade Hig

Danbury Council to Name New Alderman

Danbury common council plans a Wednesday session to elect a new alderman from Shg Firat ward after Alderman Edmund Watson resigned following an incident. Judd of the Republican ward committee said today that a candidate has been selected to fill Watson's term which expires next spring.

Danbury Common Council Shg Firat Edmund Watson Watson Hag Iimjiz Ety Won Judd Alderman Watson

Legion Names Delegates for State Convention

American Legion members at Gale Mill Street headquarters selected delegates to attend the state convention in Waterbury in September. The meeting reviewed routing matters and slated post cooperation. Sew Tandon urged unity for a successful county athletic meeting with stage exhibitions anticipated.

Philo Calhoun George Mone Albert Breery Edward Disco American Legion Gale Mill Street Aime Legion Waterbury Sand Zere Byowght Tandon Ous Soar American Lepinn Legion Statefield County

Streat Man Held After Complaint of Wife Beating

Leon Pawiina of Streat was held after a complaint alleged he assaulted his wife. Prosecution stated the incident occurred recently and authorities filed charges as the case proceeds.

Leon Pawiina Streat Maged Uncey Gieht

Danbury Men Attend Funeral Of Official

Danbury officials including vice presidents of Danbury and Bethany Cas and Electric Links and Jornay yorthy company attended the funeral of Frank W. Frqueault originant of the company at his home 1089 Fifth Avenue New York today. The funeral closed the offices of the company during services. Mr Peucaurt also a vice president of Cities Service died at his home last Monday after an attack of acute indigestion.

Danbury Aug Careter Danbury and Betha Cas and Electric Links Henry & Wilson Jornay Yorthy Company W. Frqueault Fifth Avenue New York Peucaurt Cities Service Company

Restful Sleep in Heat Promoted by Horsford Advertisement

In a vintage ad, Horsford’s Phosphate mixed with water at bedtime is said to induce natural sleep while suggesting fruit juices and a nourishing drink. The brief notice markets the product as a remedy or aid for sleep during hot weather.

Horsford

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