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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1922

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Curb Smuggling of Aliens Warned by U S Officials

Washington officials press Cuba to stop smuggling Chinese and European aliens into Cuba for entry to the United States. Officials cite up to 100000 aliens in the U S without rights, urging mandatory registration or swift deportation to ease deportation costs and curb Bolshevist and Communist influence. The article notes cooperation between U S Labor Department and Cuban authorities and references potential further coverage.

Washington CAzsoeh_ated Press Department Island Republic United Ceater Cuba Department of Labor United States Davis Labor Department Arturo Padroy Almelds Havant Europe Arr Dow Tbep Messacre A United Burns Bureau of Investigation Department, of Justice

Eamon De Valera Wounded In Throat Report Dublin

Dublin reports Eamon De Valera gravely wounded in the throat at a Wicklow house after an attempted assassination. Michael Collins narrowly escaped later when his car broke down and was fired upon in Stillorgan. one driver was seriously wounded.

Eamon de Valera Dublin Collins London Greystone County Wicklow Horn Michael Collins Grayatones Smachins Col Hne Stillergan

Yale Graduate Feared Lost After Speed Boat Accident

Port Jefferson New York August 20 search efforts continued for the body of Donald M Phipps Yale graduate and son of A J Phipps lumber merchant of Florence Park swept from a speed boat off Port Jefferson Long Island Sound Lyons his Yale roommate and guest at Florence Park tried to recover him but the boat struck heavy seas and failed to turn back As dawn broke a hydroplane joined the hunt and Mrs Theodore Roosevelt lent sympathy to Mrs Phipps

Donald M. Phipps Long Island Port Jefferson N. Y Yale A. J. Phipps Florence Pagk Long Island Sound Phipps Wiliam Lyons Easthampton Florence Park Lyons Sittia Pie Lyona Palpps Jeiney Bylagun Aviation Corps Amontg Oyster Bay Theodore Roosevelt

Two Bridgeport Boys Leave for Canada Hike

Two young Bridgeport youths, Albert Steade aged 8 of 237 Park Street and Warren Thorndyks aged 17 of 297 Golden Hill Street, started yesterday from their city on a two weeks hiking and camping trip to Canada and back. They travel light yet are outfitted for the journey with serious gear and optimism, hoping to reach the country by foot or by hitching rides from motorists.

Bridgeport Albert Steade Park Street Warren Thorndyks Goldén Hill Street Thaly Canada

French divorce decree secured by Americans

Paul Jardot, an attorney, announced that a divorce decree between Grant Barney Schley, a New York banker, and Jane Seney Plummer became effective. The divorce was granted to the wife in the Fourth court of the Seine tribunal.

Darts Paul Jardot Grant Barney Schley New York Jane Seney Plummer Seine

German makes 2 hour flight in motorless glider plane

GERSFELD Germany Aug 20 Associated Press Herr Hentzen a student flier at Hanover Technical school set a glider duration record by staying aloft two hours on the Rheen mountains in a sailplane. He rose to 100 meters above Wasserkuppe summit and reached 200 meters, cruising with 7 to 9 mph wind. He aimed to win a 190000 mark prize.

Maertens Gersfeld Germany Associated Press Herr Hentzen Hanover Technical School Rheen Mountains Ned Dan See Hentzen Maertenz Wasserkuppe Tater Bintwen Hentzén

Cyclist Narrowly Escapes Death After Crash near Bridge

Martin Clinked of 196 Garden Street rode a motorcycle near Ash Creek bridge yesterday afternoon and crashed into a parked car. He was thrown into the path of a passing vehicle which ran over his body without injuring him. An ambulance was summoned but he required no medical attention as his bike sustained extensive damage.

Ash] Creek ‘Bridge Martin Clinked Garden Street Clinked

Escaped From Mexico Bielaski Reaches U S

Bruce C Bielaski, captured by Mexican bandits on June 25, arrived in Brownsville Texas and plans to go to New York. He says he is glad to return to the United States and that other party members were released or advised to return to Mexico City.

Brownsville Texas Bruce C. Bielaski Washington Bielaski United States Mexico City Fous

U.S. Shipping Faces Decline in World Trade

The Shipping Board reports 1922 six months show imports and exports rising in tonnage while American vessels’ share falls. W Love of the Emergency Fleet Corp notes the lack of American ship participation amid a widening gap against foreign trade. Monthly figures indicate persistent declines in American ship tonnage and overall traffic share.

Washington Emergency Fleet Corporation Shippin Board United States Love The Shipping Board

Hughes Says Newberry Conviction Unjust in Letter

Secretary Hughes releases a letter to Rev McCauley arguing Senator Newberry’s 1909 Michigan case was an injustice. He asserts the Supreme Court found the statute invalid and that the federal act did not prove moral turpitude, urging review and reversal.

Washington Hughes Republican National Committee Newbery Newberry Hugh B. McCauley Patterson N.j Supreme Court New Berry Senator New- Berry Air Mughey Hia Michigan Dot

Seaman Dies After Fall From Roller Coaster Ride

Iloya McKay a 20 year old Denver sailor attached to the Lake submarine died in New Haven hospital from grave injuries after falling from a swiftly moving roller coaster car at Savin Rock. He was dragged beneath the car before crewman Thomas Wise pulled him back into the car. Wise collapsed from shock and was taken to Grace hospital.

Seaman S 51 Sailor Lake Dock Bridgeport New Haven Iloya McKay Denver Colorado Lake Saving Rock Ometaly MccKay Stother McKay Thomas Wise Wise Grace Hospital

Infant's body found washed ashore at Compo Beach island

Westport report details a naked infant about 10 days old found on Sherwood's Island at Compo Beach. Dr. J. M. Nolan confirms newborn condition and death after immersion. The body rests at Fable's Marque in Westport as authorities probe the infant's identity and death cause.

Compo Beach Westport Sherwood's J. M. Nolan Fable

Removal of Spikes From Track Wrecks In Express

Two killed when an express train from New York to Chicago derailed near Gary Ind after twenty seven spikes were removed from a rail. Michigan Central offered a $1000 reward for those responsible. Engine crew died Edward Coy and Frank Dubba. several injuries reported.

Michie Central New York Chicago Indiana Gary Ind Michigan Central Railroad Werd Killog Michigan Central Chris Q Detroit Gary Inday Edward Coy Kalamasod Frank Dubba Niledy Penclewell Ningare Falla Yu A. B. Heab Buttato Ragly Cafengo Boyd Harry Foota Detrokt E. Evans Corona Lake County

Man Accused of Sneaking Wine into Jail in New Bavs

Ernest Schala of this city was arrested and held on a 1199 bond after allegedly trying to smuggle wine to Matthew Pappaggia, a federal prisoner, at police headquarters. The incident occurred in New Bavs on August 20 and involves violations of the narcotic act.

New Baves Waller Matthew Pappagcia Ernest Schala

Train Delays Hit New Haven Rail Line Sunday

Sunday proved a red letter day for the New Haven railroad as all trains ran late into Bridgeport station. Railroad men said the disruption likely tied to a long standing strike. One Stamford train arrived five minutes early at 4 03 p m amid a crowded Sunday turnout.

New Haven Railroad Bridgeport Stamford

Derailment of Express Train 286 Cited Engine Defect

General Superintendent W. H. Foster of the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroad announced a defect in the engine caused the derailment of seven cars on train 286 from New York to Winstead at Devon on Saturday night. Officials will inspect wheels and trucks at New Haven shops. rails at the mishap were in good condition. It took nearly three hours to clear mainline tracks and restore service.

New York Winstead Devon W. H. Foster New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad New Haven Foster Sale Feater Irwine Iit J Bey

Train Hits Two Men at Shelton Killing One

Shelton August 2. Harry Kisnan 20 is dead from a fractured skull after being struck by a freight train near the Stevenson station tonight. Kisnan and friend Thomas Bergin were walking from a camp toward Shelton along the railroad when they did not hear the approaching engine.

Shelton Harry Kisnan Stoven- Gon Kisnan Thomas Bergin Stevenson

Counterfeit $20 Bills in Circulation Reported

Federal agents investigate a counterfeit $20 bill case on Pennsrole Street after a man claimed the note he offered for change was from a pay envelope at a Bridgeport factory. Officials warn of other counterfeit tens and twenties in Connecticut and urge bank staff to scrutinize large denomination notes.

Pallce Dre Pennsrole Pallee Bridgeport Connecticut Stora Krovors

Fear for safety of world tour aviators

A Times London report from Aug 20 states Calcutta sent a message about the world tour aviators continuing their attempt to circle the globe. The crew reportedly faced trouble after taking off yesterday and hoped to complete the flight in about five hours.

London Calcutta Times Tonde

Sabotage Report In Salisbury Water Main Blown Up

Reports from Spencer state a twelve inch water main feeding Southern Railway shops in Salisbury was blown shortly after midnight and later several boxcars were burned in the yards. National Guard units held for duty as workers arrived to inspect the damage.

Salisbury 3. C. Ava Readin Spencer Southern Railway

Take A Chance Con Artist Card Sharper Case

Milford August 20 report describes a street carnival game run by Mr Link outside a Myrtle Beach Aluminum ware booth. A dime wager lured crowds as a knife theft and money vanished. Police are investigating after witnesses saw the canvas wall conceal the swap and someone claim a win while others lost.

Milford Tai Quy Steriock Link Myrtle Beach Phen

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