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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1926

Page

2

Four youths die in Bridgeport street crash aftermath

In Deaf Hampers and East Bridgeport, a severe vehicle wreck left four local youths dead. Rescue teams freed victims from twisted cars while witnesses described frantic scenes as police, undertakers, and mourners converged. Funeral plans for John Stephen Yorke and Leonard Maitere were announced, with further services set for the coming days.

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Girl 17 Tries Death At Work On Prospect Street

A 17 year old girl attempted suicide by ingesting poison yesterday. She was found by attendants in distress and received emetics with medical staff assisting. The ambulance took her to hospital where her condition remained critical but stable later reported as improved.

Fileaheth Martin Hs Vinren Anguieh

Mayor calls to keep ambulance rules after Nichols crash

The mayor argues ambulance rules should stay to ensure rapid medical aid after a Nichols crash that killed four youths and injured three others. Bridgeport officials faced anger as residents questioned dispatch delays and the city’s access to an ambulance for urgent cases.

Nn Rales Nicholy Center Cms Ahses Eynens Ambilancce O Hole William J. Corley Boa: Governooerea Wrs Behrens Mario Ampivanse Nichols Bridgeport Anviance Varners Nectmim TE Cryley Whates Tre Nichols Krwerpmt Myr. Lalley Constable Miller Myr Eaton Wil- Tom Latlomme Ifea Willam Russell WS Mills George Woods Pied Caratenson Curly Saide

Public Employes Freed on Bail in Norwalk Case

Public officials in Norwalk faced arraignment on charges tied to alleged book dissections and withdrawals. The case centers on auditor oversight and potential prosecution by the state attorney, with key figures denying guilt and awaiting further action.

Archbishop Visits Bridgeport Priests at Service

Arch bishop George Matulesichis visits Bridgeport as 30 Lithuanian priests attend a morning mass in Waterbury connected with the Lithuanian convention. He discusses church events in Mexico and Lithuania, mentions monasteries and Marian order sites, and travels on to Chicago and Rome for further duties.

Cis Pri Father Strimatis Westfield Vmunes Bakeline Brookan Vasya Worester Mate J. A. Sullian Jama Stephen F. Chernitz Ao Chabily Bridgepent Waterbury Bridgeport Mexico Hla Mexica Lithuania Europe Fane America Matulevisciue Orina Suvali Eduvaton Mirlanpolis Kelchin Nicholas TR Hia Math Warsaw Petrograd Academy Ile Freiburg Switzerland Tfe Hea Vincent Senkns Amelia Chigago Warsar Franland Vilna Pin Celemates Pontifical Mas Archishop George Matulesichis Delegeres Orer Julia Baranauskas Vincent Burdulta New Haven

Fairfield trolley clash delays Post road project

Fairfield residents press for moving trolley tracks away from their homes on the Post road with backing from Rep. Albert Lavery. State Highway Commissioner John A Macdonald signals progress on the reroute or completion of the 36 foot Post road, with a special town meeting planned to decide.

John A. Macedonald Fairfield John &. Macdonald Albert K. Lavery Republician Town Committee Post Road Ash Creek Macdonald Mair- Nad Luncheon Club Fairfield Luncheon Club Fairfeld Marchtonall Hlehyay Bridgeportine Lo Fairfield Con Mide Traction Company Falrueta Center Mnondow

State to Permit Westport 10 Plan Post Road Route

Southport town planning commission surveys a new Post road through Southport as directed by voters. State Highway Commissioner John A Macdonald advised, awaiting a town plan showing a practical route near residents. Engineer Andrew Huntington to map a plan favoring Southeast park area, with prior park and business impact objections discussed at town meetings.

Soutpilport NLA John A Macdonald Town Plan Commission Southport State Halfway Department Macdonald Tumminsion Macidonald Hli Thanaste Cares's Corner Diafas Othe Southport Highway Atete Mampers Highway Department

Mexican Troop Vessel Alleged Arms Landing in Nicaragua

A Nicaraguan dispatch accuses Mexico of aiding rebels by landing arms at Corinth harbor via the steamer Conconoff. It alleges 1,000 rifles, five machine guns, two field pieces and revolvers were sent from Manzanillo to revolutionists including Generals Santos Sediles and Sodalbarra. President Chamero vows to resist such hostile moves.

Mexica Messean Hamparro Corinth Concon Santos Sediles Sodalbarra Manzanillo Chamero

Man Slays Self By Razor Slash In Stated Town

Howard H Molt, about forty, of 3 Imnistan avenue, killed himself by slashing his throat with a razor shortly before noon yesterday. He left behind a wife and two children. The emergency ambulance was summoned and the physician attended but Molt died shortly after. The event delayed town work as street and trolley projects face uncertain future due to legal steps needed for a new battery and track relocation. Officials voiced concerns over information access from the highway committee and town boards.

Howard H Molt Imnistan Avenue Frank Stevens Liuifly Traction Company Walliam A. Donaldson Board of Selectaion Oy cAusuittes

Life Insurance Policy For Valentino Estate Noted

A $240000 life insurance policy is described as the chief asset of Rudolph Valentino's estate. Issued through Arthur W. Stebbing & Co. of Broadway in 1922, the policy lists Valentino's estate as the beneficiary, with most coverage held by New York Life Insurance Company.

Valentino Hartford Rudolph Valentino Hartford Courant New York Arthur W. S Stebbing and Company Broadway New York Life-Insurance Company

Public Barred at Sheik's Bier Funeral Crowds Pack Valentino Parlor

Thousands thronged to view the body of film star Valentino as health rules limited funeral timing to one extra day. Jean Acker, his former wife, spoke softly through tears, saying their bond remained sisterly and she received a personal photo from him. An emergency ward was set up near the bier to treat injuries among the crowd.

Miley Broadway sideVatreets Jean Acker Valentino Miss Acker Polythnic Hospital Mr. Valentino Valentine Mussolini Italy North America George Ullman Pietra Allegra

Sheffield to Stay at His Post

The State Department signals cautious satisfaction with ongoing negotiations on Mexican lands and petroleum. It notes remaining unsettled items include claims and violations of the Argarhin laws, with no compensation yet. Mr. Sheffield will depart Washington soon to report to President Coolidge, while Kellogg discusses the war debt with envoy Myron T. Wertick.

State Department Apparentiar Moxican Java Washington Sheffield Cooltge Kellogg France Tomorrw Secetary

Orphan Asylum Gift From Southport Estate

The will of Mrs Virginia Marquand Monroe of Southport, New York, leaves an estate of about Saint,000 with a share to the Bridgeport Orphan Asylum. Executors include John Peres of Southport. The Telegram reported the residue and the Pequot Library association gift in Southport.

Virginia Marquand Monroe

Valentino Died With Sad Heart His Mother Says

New York Aug 25 AP A dramatic portrait of Rudolph Valentino by Rosanova who called him a perfect lover and said his heart was heavy with regret despite rising fame She recalled how he sought a simple home life but wives pursued stardom and ended his chance at a quiet life She remembered his generosity toward friends and his devotion to art over gossip

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