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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1926

Page

10

Raspberry King Teaches Professors Raspberry Growth Method

Salvatore Dimeo, who markets 250000 pints from a 16 acre patch, explained to Massachusetts professors and county agents that hard labor is essential to successful raspberries. He outlined elbow grease, sweat, and growing his own bushes to avoid blights, noting cutworms as his main challenge and recounting his woodland clearing for the patch.

Bridgewater Mass Salvatore Dimeo Salvatore Colbert W. Peck Varnell Hudson River Mosal A. van Meteres W. R. Cole Theis Massachusetts Agricultural College New Jersey Roston New York

Sleepers awaken by revolver shot on Parallel street

Residents of Parallel street were awakened by a revolver shot from the home of Joseph Leteiza at 144 Parallel street. Letezia heard someone trying to force the rear door. Police investigate and plan to question individuals tied to Letezia’s disputes. A separate report notes thefts by a thief entering Max Samuels’s home on 517 Ousatente avenue taking a shirt, shoes, pants and a banjo. Antonio Sandula of 284 Green street reports a night attempt to break in through a headroom window. The intruder appeared frightened and fled.

Parallel Street Joseph Leteiza Latezio Berglar Meone Letezia Max Samuels Ousatente Avenue Antonio Sandula Green Street

Two Happy Homes From Lydia E Pinkham's Compound

Two letters praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound from Goldie Shoup of Mey View Illinois and J Storms of Paterson New Jersey. They describe improving health after use and say strength returned, enabling them to manage housework and uplift family happiness. The ad asks if readers are on the Sunlit Road to Better Health.

Lydia E. Pinkham Goldie Shoup Mey View THI Jnois Ss. J. Storma Lane Street Paterson N. J

Winsted Boy Drowns After Being Thrown Against Dam

Aug 11. seven year old Jonn k son of Martin lak of 112 Meadow street drowned while playing near the Fitzgerald Mfg company dam by Baya street. He was swept against the gates by an under current. body recovered. Parents survive. a comrade fled in fright.

Winsted Jonn K Martin Lak Meadow Street Fitzgerald M’g. Company Baya Street

New Air Secretary Inducted and Aviation Division Opens

The aviation division of the commerce department launched with William Y. MacCracken Jr. of Chicago as assistant secretary. The post-war airplane Haviland was handed to the department at College Park Maryland for experimental radio beacon work. Towers at air ports will broadcast signals to guide flyers and a new instrument will use radio signals to show when a plane deviates from course.

Washingto Department of Commerce Wiliam Y. MacCracken, Jr Chicago Haviland Commerce Dpartment College Park Maryland Army Navy Bureau of Standards Department

London Says Borah Sounds as Balfour

A London Chronicle dispatch claims Senator Borah’s reply mirrors Balfour’s 1922 note. It says Borah’s stance aligns with a policy the United States rejected, citing a 1922 US debt settlement debate and Baldwin-era debt cancellation talks as context.

London London Chronicle Borat Borah United States the Chronicle Lord Balfour Washington Amerie Baldwin

Brothers Face Each Other as Witnesses in Court

In City court Deputy Sheriff Herbert Lewis testified for John Laufer against brother William A Letvis after a confrontation at the Locke Steel Belt plant. Laufer was found guilty of fighting with the sheriff’s brother. Will F Wilcox of South Norwalk was fined 100 dollars and 19 days suspended for driving under the influence. Fred Nyse was found not guilty of stealing a bottle of milk. A notice was entered in the case of Peter Finelli charged with assaulting his wife.

Wills F. Wilcox Woodward Avenue Norwalk Herbert Lewis Stratford John Laufer Honeyspot Road Lewis William A. Letvis Locke Steel Belt Company Laufer Fred Nyse Peter Finelli Nichols Street

Rich Railroad Once Had 35 Dollars In Treasury

Louisville section reports the Louisville and Nashville Railroad for its financial growth from a $25.45 cash treasury at founding to a current monthly payroll around $6,500. The note frames the contrast between humble beginnings and modern scale in the railroad industry.

Rich Railroad Louisville Louisville and Nashville Railroad

McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets Promise Quick Weight Gain

Advert says McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound tablets provide a pleasant tasting way to gain weight and improve health. Claims thousands benefited, with a guarantee of at least 5 pounds gain in 30 days or money refunded, available at Hindle's Drug Stores.

Sciense Codera Hindle’s

Ohio Prohibition To Shape November Balloting In Ohio

Ohio voters face a dry versus wet choice in November as the Senate race pits dry incumbent Frank Willis against wet former senator Atlee Pomerene. Donahey and Pomerene emerge as potential presidential prospects, with party leaders split over the best path for the Democrats.

Washington Ohio New York Missouri Ilinois Ohia United States Frank Willis Willis Anti-Saloon League Reed League Pomerene Atlee W. Pomerene Wilson Leian Wills Cincinnati Senate Donahey Vic? Donahey Fomerene Smith-McAdoo

Mellon leaves Rome for Geneva in light rain

Rome August 1 Secretary of Treasury Mellon and his daughter departed tonight for Geneva amid lighter rain and plans to return via Evsir Tee Rains according to early reports from Rome.

Mellon Rome Secretary of Treasury Geneva Eomo Evsir Tee

Mexican priests executed amid unrest in Puebla and Guanajuato

Special dispatches report Catholic leader Md arda Tamariz Orapean charged with sedition in Puebla. Police searched homes and uncovered manifestos of the League for the Defense of Religious Liberty. In Giunguji courts have asked formal charges and held YO for trial, with 50 detained and 160 released. The Guanajuato case involves Correo Del Centre director Arturo Ceniceros Feus and his wife Senora Pena fearing political framing.

Puebla Mdnarda Tamariz Arturo Ceniceros Feus Correo del Centre of Leon Guanajuate Gacels

American Labor Leaves Mexico Alone Says Green

Washington August 11 The American Federation of Labor president William Green said the AFL has not interfered with the Mexican Federation of Labor over religious controversy and will respect Mexico's internal affairs. He emphasized support for religious freedom and guaranteed members freedom to worship without interference.

Mexico Green Washington American Federation of Labor Williamsen Mexican Federation of Labor Mexican Federation American Federation

Insurgent Women Incorporate First District Club

The First District Women s Republican Club, Inc. filed a certificate of incorporation in Hartford signaling a new incorporated branch. Existing club members include Mrs Frank L Wilder and Mrs Willard Fleck, with incorporators Catherine Connor Maude Rusceli Grace J Cargill Mary G Sullivan and Anna Healy. The group was formerly the independent club and drops the word independent.

First District Women's Republican Club, Inc Hartford First District Women's Republcn Club Frank L. Wilder Wilder Willard Fleck

American European Cotton Parley Yields Limited Accord

London August 11 The cotton conference at the American embassy failed to adopt world standards for fiber length. Forty five cotton men attended including nine US representatives and five from the Agriculture Department. European delegates were unwilling to commit but may issue a joint statement later.

London Europe America United States Department of Agriculture Department of Agriculture United States

French Assembly Adjourns Without Debts Action

The French Chamber adjourned without acting on allied debts after a year of upheaval. Premier Poincare signaled continued parliamentary work in the fall as sub-committees examine Washington and London debt accords and contracting details. Leaders expect to reveal documents to Franklin Bouillon and committee members by September, with further sessions planned after recess.

Pares Poincare Finance Na Foreien Atftrs Finance Na Foreien Atftrs ‘Conmittee During the One Montes’ Recess, M. Darhic Tinamil Poineare Washington London M. Franklin Boullion Foreign Affairs M. Dariac M. Ribot M. Herriot Fonicare Alsace Lorraine National Assembly Versailles M. Deriot Mororcan M. Cachin M. Berthon

Drowned body not Walter S Ward in Hudson find

Ralph Ward announced the body found in the Hudson River off Piermont yesterday could not be his brother Walter S Ward as the drowned man stood five feet eight inches, while Walter Ward was taller and more robust, denying a match to the baking magnate's son.

New York Ralph Ward Hudson River Piermont Walter S. Ward

America on spree for safety says Chicago club leader

August 11 Chicago. The Chicago Motor Club in a bulletin criticizes the safety movement and speed limits. President Charles M. Hayes warns amateurs pursue drastic bills, arrests over minor violations, and revenue goals undermine respect for law. He urges a sober look at highway safety.

America Charles M. Hayes Motor Club Bulletin Chicago Chicago Motor Club Charles MM. Hayes Motor Organization Heera

French Roumania Pact Text Withheld For Public Benefit

A Paris dispatch reports the text of the French Roumania treaty of amity is being kept secret for undisclosed reasons. It may come before the public in a few days. The report notes a three power agreement among France Russia and Italy regarding the Entente ties and arbitration of disputes.

Francs

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