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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1925

Page

9

Ku Klux Klan Dragons Meet Next Tuesday at Buckeye Lake

Clyde W. Osborne announces the annual meeting of U S grand dragons will open at Buckeye Lake near Columbus on Tuesday. The drive aims to save America from a pagan civilization and restore Bible education in schools. About 250000 people expected. 700 acre tract prepared for the gathering.

Columbus Clyde W. Osborne Grand Dragon Ku Klux Klan Grand Dragons of United States Buckeye Lake Here America Osborn Klan

Eclectics Meet Marked by Social Gathering in New Haven

In New Haven on August 21, a social gathering of Connecticut Eclectic Medical Society members drew comments fromDr G A Richardson of Bridgeport who said the event was purely social and not a discussion of the Supreme Court decision on license revocation. fellow eclectic Dr Imadoye Yochelman noted Health Council will follow demands of the Eclectic Examining Board and comply with rulings.

New Haven Eclectic G. A. Richardson Bridgeport Connecticut Eclectic Medical Society Supreme Court Richardson Imadoye Yochelman

Deserted Child Reunited With Mother In New York

Ruth Clark seven, who was abandoned by her mother Adele Travers on a Pudgeport bound train from Grand Central, was escorted from Hillside Home to her mother. Grandmother Catherine Clark of 301 West Avenue refused custody saying Ruth is not her grandson’s daughter. Adele Travers, stage name Frances Travers, was married to Ray mond Clark in 1918 Baltimore and later divorced. Prior to arrival, Ruth stayed in a Baltimore Catholic institution.

Ruth Clark Grand Central Station New York City Hillside Home Catherine Clark West Avenue Ruth Adele Travers Alice Costello Clark Baltimore

The Fall Guy at the New Lyric theater

Shuberts present The Fall Guy at the New Lyric last night a James Gleason and George Abbott comedy tragedy with Eddie Dowling as the fall guy and Anna Laughlin Anita Kerry and Frank Bronson in key roles. The play runs for two performances today.

He Shuberts New Lyric Theatre James Gleason George Abbott Johnnie Quinlan Eddie Rangs Bertha Quinlan Anna Laughlin Lottle Quinlan Anita Kerry Dan Walsh Frank Bronson Nitty Frank Herman J. Gramby Charles Newton Ben Taggert Henry Dowling - Keefe Harry V. Bond Schultz Charles H. Cline

Retired Commodore's Wife Dies Suddenly in Vermont

Ada E. Dodge wife of Commodore Omenzo G. Dodge U S Navy retired died suddenly of heart disease at their Ames Hill summer home in Brattleboro Vermont The Dodges home is listed as Washington and Mrs Dodge formerly lived in Wamego Kansas

Odor Nuisance Discussed Near Old MIN Section

Residents near the Old MIN green section reported temporary relief from odors from the garbage disposal plant. A conference with County Health Officer Marr Chief Sanitary Inspector Stapleton Director of Public Works Worthey and district citizens planned to study the plant to identify handling of deposits before taking action.

Min Green Marr Stapleton Public Works Worthey

Woman Held for Theft Confesses in Local Case

Christine Ellis of 115 North Washington Avenue arrested on a breach of the peace charge after confessing to stealing 540 from Mrs. Frank Bernacchio of 673 Grand Street. Held on 1500 bond at police HQ for further investigation. Ellis later retracted the confession, claiming intoxication. Police did not locate the money bag at her home.

Christine Ellis North Washington Avenue Frank Bernacchio Grand Street Misa Ellis

Local Woman to Visit California

Mrs. M Bellew of 472 State Street and her daughter Miss Mildred Bellew depart for San Francisco to attend the National Convention of Hairdressers. Mrs Bellew serves as treasurer of the state group. The convention runs August 1 to September 5 followed by a Los Angeles visit with Tom Moore, a moving picture star who once stayed at the Bellew home.

Foot and Mouth Disease Forces Slaughter of 800 Sheep Near Houston

In Deep Water, south of Houston, a foot and mouth outbreak led to the compulsory slaughter of about 800 sheep. The broader eradication campaign by the U S Bureau of Animal Industry and the State Livestock Sanitary Commission has already destroyed about 6 090 cattle.

Houston Tex United States Bureau of Animal Industry S@ite Livestock Sanitary commission

Trial of Dr. Young Over Wife Murder Confessions Clashed

In Los Angeles on August 21, attorneys for Dr. Thomas Young a dentist charged with murdering his wife and concealing her body in a cistern argued over alleged statements the death victim is said to have made to his nurse moments before he allegedly confessed. The judge adjourned the case until next Tuesday. A separate brief notes Charles Kopp sixteen was treated after bicycle crash.

Los Angeles Calif Thomas Young Judea Edwin F. Hahn

Italians Set PleaSure Beach Outing With Band and Fireworks

More than 3,000 Italians from Bridgeport and vicinity are expected to attend the annual outing at Pleasure Beach under the Italian General Committee. The event supports Columbus day celebrations and includes a 2 PM start with a band concert athletic contests and an evening fireworks display. Committee includes Santoro D Anfirea chairman Antonio Ruso treasurer Nicola Memoli secretary Joseph Cabelli and Michael Altieri.

Bridgeport Pleasure Beach Santoro D’anfirea Antonio Ruso Treaurer Nicola Memoli Joseph Cabelli Michael Altieri

Cold snap grips Bridgeport as temperatures plunge

The city endures a drastic drop to around 50 degrees after a warm spell. Residents wear overcoats, fires burn, and electric power falls back to normal usage. A freak snow storm hits Oklahoma, while Wisconsin reports wind driven chill and bare branches.

Oklahoma Wisconsin

Carp Has License to Drive Suspended

Sam Carp thirty six of 1502 Park avenue former owner of several gasoline stations here named defendant in an alienation of affection suit notified of the indefinite suspension of his automobile operator's license by the State Commissioner of Motor Vehicle. He was recently fined $25 and costs in City court on a charge of reckless driving. Others who received notice of suspension were Gunner Sam Wistman Wesley Goulding Dorado Caserta Alex Salith Govanni Calameri and Lester Gregory. Licences of August Lauche Stephen Quick and Antonio Angelucci were returned.

Sam Carp Park Avenue Motor Vehicle Corp Ami Gunner Sam Wistman Dover Street Wesley Goulding Carroll Avenue Dorado Caserta Hough Avenue Alex Salith Boston Avenue Govanni Calameri Vincelette Street Lester Gregory Frank Street August Lauche Garfield Avenue Stephen Quick Calhoun Avenue Antonio Angelucci North Avenue

Rum running persists as ships patrol coast

An article notes rum running remains active with many ships off the shore. Captain Carmine says the vessels will operate day and night. He mentions liquor crossing the Canadian border and the use of airplanes, signaling ongoing smuggling activity.

Carmine Canadian

Tear Gas Troubles Highlight Guard Drill Scene

A crowded parade ground run through gear setup and shelter tents as Major commands a regiment drill inspection. Private Walter Doulan performed Charleston steps at a dance later, while in Buenos Aires the Prince of Wales met President Alveur and attended the agricultural show.

Walter Doolan Buenos Aires Hasualdo Palace Prince of Wales TY Alveur Guter Prines

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