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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1923

Page

2

Engineer blame pier collapse on exercise heads

An engineer assigns fault for the Lore Pier collapse at Momauguin Beach to the exercise heads and overloaded planks. He cites decayed timber and extra weight from a large crowd as critical factors. Officials deny a formal probe, with First Selectman Carey saying no investigation will occur.

Dengius Lore Momauguin Beach Rade Har Kalingae Hart First Selectman J. Walter Carey Edward P. Avery New Haven

Ellis Island Charge Answered In Agency Report

In New York dated August 11 ambassador Geddes defends Ellis Island procedures and rejects criticisms. A staff of cleaners spends time guiding visitors while the island aims to improve efficiency amid ongoing reviews and accountability efforts.

York Comprez Correctinn Frederick Iite Stretessinner Immat Teh

Hughes Denies Sending Telegram

In Washington Secretary Hughes denies sending a telegram claimed by veterans at a New York City press briefing. The State Department telegram reportedly asked for Hersdell's immediate extradition while protecting Lieutenant Griffis, with Grover Cleveland Beredoll cited in relation to declassification of Hooventis from a German prison.

Washington Diseiteu Villeyi Dun Ina L Hughes SHC State Department Grover Cleveland Beredoll Hooventis Gerast Ry Hughes Cincinnundi Aim Nox Sy Wink Suite Teiegran Ores Adorn Hersdell Griffis

Charles E Hard Resigns White House Position

Charles E Hard resigns from a White House post and plans to return home next month. Other administration roles were offered but declined. The vacancy at the White House is filled by the secretary to the vice president who will serve as acting president's personal secretary.

Charles E. Hard White House Shingto Os Harding Gastellsne Luris Administee Sion Ilard Covidee Mara Sec

Crescent Mishap Unavoidable Captain Reports

Special to the Telegraph reports Captain Gavagan and Mate Robert Lucia in charge of the Crescent, wrecked off Huron Point August 8 with 6910 excursionists aboard, face possible charges before the U S Board of Steamship Inspection. Gavagan filed his report. inspectors prepare formal proceedings at the federal building next week.

New Laven Gavagan Fie Robert Lucia Crescent Huron Point United States Board of Steamship Inspection Service Federal Building Mar Madera New London New York Aiva Ribans

Unclear Meeting Notes From Diverse City Events

Fragmented OCR text lists numerous names and venues, mentioning meetings and events across streets and organizations. The readable items reference Electrophizers suite, veterans groups, and multiple unclear entities with scattered locations. The content lacks coherent narrative or identifiable outcomes.

Debris of Derby Ruins Sparks Fire Origin Theories

Fire investigators and police probe a Derby blaze amid debris, suggesting a kerosene stored tank may trigger the explosion. Officials review insurance probes and incident details while fire crews work to establish an origin.

Derby Pelerran Pire Dward Cotter Agung Colter Wight Haved Chic Gene Beidef Eure Lorai Shelton Ansonie McOmmuilen Dohr Ge Kane And Pireman Willuott Lic Wehetar Company Ansonia Puopolo

Famous director sues for divorce amid dining room clash

The report details an acrimonious legal action as director Ince faces a divorce suit from Stewart over an insult to a woman. Courtroom descriptions depict heated exchanges during and after a dinner seating, with witnesses recounting uncomfortable moments and claims of impropriety and embarrassment. The chaotic account names various individuals and settings, highlighting the drama surrounding the civil suit and social fallout.

Evan Lucy Stewart Ince Gattle Shade Cody

Fragmented OCR Naval Page Details at Fort Wright

The report narrates a coastal defense drill at Fort Wright with Governor Templeton and Lt Col B Aterimethy leading a mixed party. It mentions V-2 observers, a parade of local guards, and a bombardment exercise with improvised targets, names several participants, and notes the assembly near Lewiston in a tense preparatory atmosphere.

Templeton Mann Goscenor Fort Wright Lew Lonton Colbh B. Aterimethy Lung Dae Hostife Tonethy Bridie Wang Dias Heise Neal Tetr Pat Lee Seoul Oman Pier Pope Otek Amer Phos Coemir

Atlantic Street Home Raided By Police

A fragmented report describes police execution of a raid on an Atlantic Street residence with unclear details and scattered phrases. The text mentions entities like Atlantic Street and police, implying a law enforcement action at a residence. Further specific names or dates are not clearly legible.

Taxicab Drivers in Contest Arrested in Wa Ge Death Notices

Fragmentary OCR text mentions two taxi drivers arrested in a contest and references to death notices and local entities. The readable portions are unclear but indicate legal and obituary notices amid scattered names and places. The item conveys rare, non-detailed event snippets without coherent narrative.

President Confers on Future Legislation—First Essay

President confers with leaders on legislation for the next Congress. Key aides and budget officials discuss the draft message and budget, aiming to align on a path for forthcoming policy. The meeting centers on funding, appropriations, and the administration’s fiscal outlook.

Chammen Snel Madden Buren Nie Devielom

Bishop Cup Races End Yachting Season Here

The Bishop Cup races near conclusion with plans for next Sunday and a potential finish under a special free-hold local event. Arlene and the committee report ongoing entries though conditions delay some competitors and course details are to be finalized by the club.

Ty City Arlene Maeting Woldae Urder Detsao Dee Eid Bing Fepnetta Penance Phy Fave Elles

McLaughlin Alive Denies Telegraph Report

A sensational telegram from a Warner Company plant caused panic as Edward Spots collapsed at work. Charles McLaughlin, cited as a witness, appears unharmed and continues his week at the factory after the false funeral rumor.

Eytor Warner Company McLaughlin Vee Niwel & Served Charles McLaughlin Edward Speer McLangii

Griffis in Germany Under Orders Linked to Kidnap Probe

The record describes Griffis assigned in Germany under orders tied to a kidnapping case involving American property and a German operative network. It notes involvement of a Major Herb from the African graves registration service in Paris and mentions a U S mission to locate an American airman and arrange returns with German authorities.

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