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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1926
Page
2
Fragmented OCR from a heated court session shows opposing counsel clashing while Senator Simpson interrupts readings. Witnesses discuss alleged testimony about a murder, with prosecutors seeking new evidence and judges noting inconsistencies in copies.
Officials investigate a fund shortage involving clerks suspected of embezzlement from about four years. The case centers on withdrawals near $1000 to $1900, with court actions possible in the city or superior courts depending on book examinations. The county attorney declined immediate comment as the matter proceeds.
Loose text reports Los Angeles preparing a flight to Virginia tonight under unclear conditions. The article is fragmentary with references to the Dela river mouth, radio, and police involvement, but specifics are unreadable.
Prosecution details in a municipal campaign ad dispute unfold as officials and lawyers testify. Key figures include Spelke Kennealy and Potts with mentions of City Court, suspensions, and the publicity committee amid allegations of corruption and fair procedure.
State road chief visits Fairfield amid debate over moving the trolley line to a new route from Grasmere to Muffield Center. Plans require felling about 20 mature trees, sparking opposition led by Annie B Tennings and the Fairfield Garden Club. State highway officials contend widening and regulatory approvals influence the project timeline while residents weigh cost, access, and town beautification.
Court records show ongoing suspensions on several sentences linked to bootleg liquor amid witness tampering and defense challenges. Prosecutors cite wartime disruption and routine procedures while defense argues trust in key testimony and prior rulings.
A fourth and fifth victim have died in a multi car crash on Derby Road. Coroner Phelin opened an inquest in Westport, hearing testimonies from witnesses about speed before the collision and the car’s impact near Pembroke Street. Investigations continue as the driver and surviving injured are questioned.
Fragmentary text reports a New York divorce action involving Wis Tda Wry Symington and Thomas Ho Simington with prior testimony and appeals. Mary Symington and Maryland proceedings are mentioned, along with court actions, continuances, and potential discontinuation.
A detective questions a man who later dies as authorities outline connections to a trial era. The case involves publishing actions, rental properties, and a public notice that drew attention to the suspect. Police arrested five individuals as the investigation unfolded, with a weeklong detention of a subject tied to a Wall Street era event.
Healy urges all municipalities to adopt liability bonds citing cost savings and protection for public funds. The plan would require standard coverage for incidents and accidents, reducing risk to taxpayers and ensuring prompt compensation in claims. Local officials weigh feasibility and funding options amid mixed reactions.
The town committee prepares a delegate slate for the city convention to be called to order by Town Chairman Lurdick at 6:45 PM with delegates meeting for dinner and caucus. Bell is favored for convention chair due to neutral ties. Mary Brennan is favored as convention secretary. The plan avoids a separate senatorial convention, with city ticket selection deferred to today. Postmaster Arthur F. Connor will head delegates to the State convention, with Behrens and Kelly among expected members. Delegates from the Twenty fiat District likely include George T. McCarthy and Mrs Dalay W. Barstow. various district officers named for other districts. The delegation composition aims to bolster party strength for the state central committee and the Fourth district congressional renomination. The probate delegation may nominate Judge Bartlett. changes to city primary rules are under review to adjust hours for daylight saving time.
Maas Aug 26 AP Two military prisoners will gain freedom as the prison detachment formed the most impressive unit in a garrison review before General Preston Brown. The detachment’s appearance pleased Brown who ordered the camp commander to release the two most deserving men. They will be selected tomorrow by the Prison Officer.
Delegates from across the state organized the Connecticut Farm Home Initiative to direct land purchase and erection of a Pythian home. The association capitalized at 146000, with 15000 shares of 15 each. Directors from Fairfield, Middlesex, New London, Windham, and Hartford counties named. more to be elected. An Lyme outing on September 12 planned for Pythons to view land and options taken last December.
Town Chairman Burdick announces no contest today and proposes shifting primaries to start at 4 pm and end by 9 pm. Polls open from 3 pm at district sites including 322 State Street and 55 Grego Street with Republican clubs in several districts. Voter enrollment urged during the two week period ending soon.
Crowds surged outside the Broadway funeral parlor as the public viewed Rudolph Valentina Hes body in state. Police kept order after some attempted rushes while a large eight foot wreath was carried inside by United Artists officials. About 50 700 people viewed the body over two days and some decorations were damaged by souvenir seekers.
Detectives searched the neighborhood after a hold up near a street with a trolley car. An officer passed the scene as the thug escaped. By 3 am detectives were still seeking the vehicle owner and investigating why he was not at home.
City Chemist Knapp and Detective Chief Cody released findings on Dorothy Elisabeth Kirks death stating the stomach contained a combination of drugs that, taken together, caused her death. None of the drugs alone could have produced the fatal result, according to the report.
The Parisian woman notes Rudolph disliked bobbed hair, saying Parisian women are elegant yet detest short bobs. Valentino’s funeral would welcome mourners if consulted the dead Shelh Mile Modelein Giraud, Rudolph’s confidante, who visited Paris asked for his view on Parisian tastes in hair.
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