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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1927

Page

35

Expert proposes new agrarian plan in Williams town

Dr Joseph Davis, former Dawes economic adviser, presented a substitute agrarian relief measure to the Institute of Politics in Williams town. It would create a Federal farm board with regulatory powers to adjust the economy and balance agriculture with other national life sectors, contrasting with the administration bill offering a $25 million revolving loan fund to offset farmer losses. Endorsements reportedly include Mellon Hoover and Jardine.

Williamstown Mass Associated Press Institute of Politics Today Joseph & Dasis Dawes Mellon Hoover Jardine Davis Federal Farm Board Agriculture National Life

Algonquin Club Attends Behrens Farm Outing in Stepney

Algonquin club members and about 260 guests enjoyed an annual outing at Mayor Behrens farm in Stepney. A police escorted procession led to a steak dinner under a grove tent, followed by athletic events and entertainment. Donnelly Fets beat Beardsley Pugs in a five inning basebuilt game nine to eight with Mayor Behrens and Donnelly’s son notable on the mound.

Algonquin Club Mayor Lehren Stepney Harvey Hubbell Thomas Connery Donnellys Fets Beardsley Pugs Donnelly Mayor Behrens Robert Emmett Donnelly Don Alfred W Burdick George E Crawfard William Egan J Donney Herman Schulz Beridsley Clifford Bearsey Oto Heise Jack Rusing John G Schwarz Jr Carl Reck Philip Beeley Samuel Reich Edward Bray J W Wheeler, Jr A Hayward Joseph F Welle W M Burchfield J Berger R E Donnelly W Cross Burchfield F J Helget Hayward Edward Bay J W Wheeler Joseph F Weiler J A Robinson Palace Theatre Courteay Matt Saunders D Walter Haggerty Frank J Truenson Wha LaField Ben Setzer J A H Robinson T Patterson

Paralyzed Miner Denies Mail Fraud in Lottery Scheme

Benjamin Mille a partially paralyzed former coal miner denying a postal fraud order says he ran a mail order business and a raffle to sell small articles rather than beg. He claims the lottery idea was suggested by businessmen and the toilet set prize went to a carpenter's union member.

Lansdale Associated Press Benjamin Mille Post Office Department Oak Park Larsdale Mille Carpenters’ Union

Contractors Hit Coercion By Unions

News items from New York report government witnesses in a bid to stop Journeymen Stone Cutters unions from discriminatory coercion. Contractors from New Haven and Cleveland testified that unions blocked contracts here and interstate, with cases of workers barred and firms forced to cancel builds with Onondaga Litholite of Syracuse.

New York Associated Press News Haven Corin Cleveland Ohblo Ibor Fom Newak Little Borl Arch North America Onondega Litholite Company Syracuse Newark NJ Onondaga

Health and Diet Advice on Moderation and Temperance

The piece argues against the treating habit at social gatherings and endorses temperance. It notes physicians differ on moderate alcohol use but agree excess harms health. It urges kindness over indulgence, avoiding gluttony, and suggests treating guests with good will rather than food or drink. It includes Q and A on liver health, orange juice effects, and a note on tropical chops.

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Grand Duchess Anastasia a Case of Uncertain Fate

In a dramatic account from August 11, 1927, the writer recounts the Grand Duchess Anastasia’s dire plight. She endures isolation in Castle Seeon, lacking funds or status, while needing medical care and companionship. The piece traces her tragedies from revolutionary upheaval to years on the run, seeking recognition and a passport, with physicians warning of a frail life and officials wavering over her identity.

Bothin New Vork Moma Wianess N Omanh Co Horth New York Castle Secon Anastasia Emily Grand Duchess Finland Castle Seeon Seeon Sionatoly Secon England League of Nations Roumania Berlin Frau von Rathleff

Personal letters to Dr Frank McCoy in Bridgeport Telegram

Readers of the Bridgeport Telegram are invited to write Dr Frank McCoy about their intimate problems and will receive a personal reply. Enclose a self addressed envelope if you wish a personal reply.

Bridgeport Telegram Frank McCoy Dr Frank McCoy Budgeport Telegram

Doolittle Lake firm stock expansion noted in Norwich record

Hartford August 11. The Doolittle Lake company of Norfolk reports issuance of additional stock totaling 8600 since March raising authorized outstanding capital. Subscriptions to new shares of 25 par value include Edward H Peaslee 40, Hornace J Moise 40, Emily M Biaman 20, Irene M Biiman 20, Robbing B Stoeckel 40, Frederii W Rockwell 100 shares among New York and Brooklyn residents as filed with the secretary of the state.

Hartford Associated Press Doolittle Lake Company Norfolk Felow Edward H Peaslee New York Hornace J Moise Emily M Biaman Irene M Biiman Brooklyn Stoeckel Frederii W Rockwell Noifolis

Two Women Found Shot Dead In Rum Feud Case

In St Paul Minnesota two women were found shot to death in a bedroom a bulldog guarding them. The victims were Mig Huth Barrett and her sister Lulan Kooser both likely killed Tuesday night or early Wednesday their bodies in night attire. Police suspect gang warfare between bootlegging factions sparked the killings and note Barrett’s office and a burned car tie to associated figures.

ST Paul Minn Associated Press Mig Huth Barrett Lulan Kooser Barrett Eq Murnane Jack Sullivan Lake Vadnala Mra Teddy Dubois Anne Grenville Murnane

Wild horses dying of thirst in Oregon

Portland August 11 AP report says between 30 000 and 40 000 wild mustang horses in eastern Oregon Deschutes and Creek Counties are dying of thirst. Oregon Humane Society head A L Cross warns water scarcity has caused hundreds of deaths among roaming mustangs.

Portland Ore Oregon Deschutes Creek A L Cross Oregon Humane Society

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