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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1925
Page
6
A coke gas explosion at the Indian Bottling Works on Ellsworth Street Milford caused pipes to tear from a wall and sparked a small fire. Firemen were called, and chemicals were used to extinguish the blaze amid much alarm.
Dee tL Specal Tag funeral si Mary Jane Houlihan who died Saturday night at her home on the upper Boulevard following a short illness with pneumonia. Requiem Mass was celebrated at St Rose's church by Rev William H Kennedy. Interment was in St Rose's cemetery Handy Look where committal services were read by Rev. Kennedy. Pallbearers included Patrick Donahue John Donahue Daniel Lynch John Lynch Augusts Lynch and Daniel Sxealing. Trinity guild ladies prepare a sale of food and fancy articles at Trinity church to aid redecorating the interior and invite patronage for Christmas gifts.
Special Town Treasurer Luin B. Switzer charges against the selectmen in Fairviewport in a continuing dispute. He questions why the town meeting moved appointment power for the tree warden to an outside garden club and hints at further remarks once the selectmen respond.
Figures from the Manufacturers' Association show local employment reaching a peak not seen since April 1924. Thirty one factories report 14 662 workers, up 211 from two weeks earlier, with average weekly hours at 47.5 as firms hire more staff rather than lengthen hours per worker.
Danbury's St. Peter's church marks its golden jubilee with a December 23 ceremony led by Bishop John J. Nitin. Monsignor John Neale will deliver the sermon, followed by vespers and Rev. Michael Brannagan's preaching. The church, with Pastor Rev. Michael O'Connor, recently installed a $40,000 marble altar after federation.
State's Attorney William Pl Comley thanked Mayor for suggestions on possible sources of information about criminal acts in the U S. The mayor again declined to exhibit a copy of his letter to Comley. Kehrens was said to have received a letter yesterday.
The annual report of the Bureau of Insular Affairs details prosperity and advancement in the Philippines and nearby territories. It highlights June 39, 1925 as a period of notable growth and development across islands including Porto Rico and Santo Domingo.
Olympia Macri testified in her defense in Superior court at Litchfield detailing her meetings with John Bagnano, alleged threats, a knife stabbing, and a final drive where a gun was shown. She described being coerced and feared for her safety as the case unfolded with witness nurse Riccitelli corroborating her reputation. The proceedings closed after a long day as snow fell and the judge adjourned.
In New Haven on December 7 Abraham Murey of Bridgeport listed debts of 80,162 with assets of 27,580 in a bankruptcy petition. He operates a dry goods shop at 293 Hough Avenue and could not be reached for comment.
An exhibit by the Division of Graphic Arts of the United States National Museum in Washington is now circulating. It shows print types and production processes with Japanese prints wood cuts engravings and more. The exhibit consists of fourteen mats and will grow to twenty five. itineraries in towns for about two weeks. Express charges one way are paid by the borrower, at about 50 cents. To secure the exhibit contact Joseph Wisci tier supervisor of Art Education 10 Washington Street Hartford Conn.
The Footlight club plans a January play series under Miss Julia Farnum. Tryouts close before Christmas, with two shows chosen: Mrs Oakley's Telephone coached by Blanche Wexler and Trapped coached by Tillian Jiles. The club, now about 506 members, aims for a stronger season after success last year.
The State Board of Education offers the 1925 State Register and Manual for distribution to schools. Intended for upper grade teachers and civics instruction, the manual is available by writing to the State Board of Education, State Capitol, Hartford, Connecticut. Requests are filled as supplies last and in order of receipt.
The Board of Education is expected to appoint at least two new teachers at Monday night’s session. Linma G. Moller, first grade at Prospect School, and Cadmar Krowhere, fifth grade at Garfield School, are slated for regular appointments following resignations. Other appointments may follow as resignations have been submitted.
London dispatch reports Turkish authorities plan to invite Turkish action and eject British forces if the League of Nations fails to deliver an acceptable verdict on the Mosul boundary dispute. The talk, long current, gains precision and alarm despite official silence.
Meigs Russell, former newspaperman and Stamford resident, formerly with the Chamber of Commerce and the American Public Bureau, will address the Stamford Chamber of Commerce’s retail merchants bureau Thursday evening.
A Dallas reader reports Sloan's Liniment gives rapid relief from long standing rheumatic pain with simple at home use. The ad claims no rubbing is needed, just a light pat to trigger healing blood flow, reducing pain swelling and stiffness overnight. Available from all druggists for 3 cents.
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