Americanization Drive Aims to Unite Students and Parents
Superintendent Cortright urged that every public school open to all children to improve intellect and heart, stressing English learning for immigrant families. Deming and Buckingham warned of language barriers in factories, urged parents to teach English, and highlighted opportunities in U.S. schools with community singing and educational films.
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Heven
Encortright Ward
Coreright
America
Americanization & Ranch
State Board of Education
Naced
Sr Deming
Saward T. Buckingham
Bucking- Whate
Ford
Buckings
Burt
Marat
Lita
Alvin C. “Freul
Estate Board of Education
Robbery Suspect Arrested in Shelton
In New Haven Bernstein was arrested this afternoon after a warrant issued by a judge. He is held on five dollars bond for the city police on a robbery charge tied to the Bank of Guarantee Loan Company. Investigators seek further charges as the case unfolds this March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelton
Haven
Papreme
Ailas Bernstein
Susiton
Thin City
Fe Abrams
R. E
Bank of Gaaranty Loan Company
Community group notices list Bridgeport meetings and lodges
A dense OCR listing shows numerous Bridgeport groups and addresses. Items include Schwaben Benefit Society at 87 French Street, Remington Improvement Society at 176 Fairfield Avenue, Amity and M C Company Sick Benefit Home Association at 939 Barnum Avenue, Workmen's Circle Bridgeport Branch, Pride of Bridgeport Council, Joseph Dowdall Lodge on Main Street, Modern Woodmen of America at 126 Leo Avenue, and multiple lodges including Arcapim Lodge, Pioneers, and temperance groups. Also mentions painters, decorators, college employees, and veterans organizations at various streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ridgeport Schwaben
French Street
Freteenal
Fairtold Avenua
Workmen's Circle
Bridgeport
Whranch
Te Bund
Fatefield Enue
Pride of Bridgeport Council
Oughters of America
Stareet
Joseph Dov Dall
Main Street
cHalom Camp
I Prica
Leo Avenur
Brddreport Lodge
Broad Street
Arcapim Lodge
Wemens Christian Temperance Ceiom
Gilbert Street
Iwatrfield Avanue
Elm Street
Congress
Hospital Re Elects Simpson President
Bridgeport Hospital corporation officers were re elected for next year at the annual meeting yesterday afternoon. Sumner Simpson was named president, Walter Lashar and Peter H. Warner as vice presidents, Lyman Catlin as honorary vice president, Albert E B Sayers secretary, and Richard W. Cogswell treasurer. Other hospital matters were discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport Hospital Corporation
Sumner Simpson
Walter I. Lashar
Qeter H. Warner
Lyman S. Catlon
Albert EB. Sayers
Richard W. Cogswell
Hemnaerlng
Insurgent pressure on Coolidge tax agenda in Congress
President Coolidge urged rapid tax reductions and warned against delaying or obstructing measures as insurgents withhold support in the House and Senate. He outlined plans for tax cuts, veteran compensation debate, railroad consolidation, and coast guard expansion while stressing American policies on immigration and prohibition enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coolidge
Lersely
Mellon
Mmn
Ile
Congress
Mississippi
Colorado
Great Lakes
Gulf of Mexico
St. Lawrence River
America
Coast Guard
Lake plant may reopen amid submarine contracts
The Lake plant has been idle for months and offered for sale. Henry Y. Muller of Elizabeth N J says the firm remains able to bid on submarines but no definite decision is made yet. Provident Coolidge urges Congress to strengthen army and navy defenses, add planes and submarines, and avoid further armament cuts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Y. Muller
Elizabeth
N. J
Steag Ty Sun
Bridgeport
Coolidge
Congress
Army
Navy
Panama
Connor’s Job Doubtful as Postmaster Nomination Looms
The Coolidge era provision could clear Connor for a life post if confirmed, while foes push to stall the nomination. If held over, incumbent postmaster F. Greene may stay on, praised by the Connecticut Chamber of Commerce for his administration. Details of the attack plan remain scarce ahead of Senate review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coolidge
Connor
F. Greene
Connecticut Delegation Praises Coolidge Message
Connecticut senators and congressmen hailed President Coolidge for a strong foreign policy message. They praised tax reduction and Mellon plan while opposing U S joining a permanent World Court, with some dissent on specifics and World Court terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George IL Manning
Washinton
D. Cy
Branderse
United States
League of Nationa
Brandeges
Coolidgn
Merritt
Stamford
Bridgeport
Coolidge
Teague of Nations
Permanent World Court
E. Mars Fenn
Martford
Seven Toed Cat Dominates Unusual Poultry Show
An odd poultry show features a seven toed cat amid silvers maltens and Angoras, with Lt George Haux of Bridgeport Police earning high honors as a breeder and exhibitor. Notable entries include Earl Osterhout Ancona Shep Herd Strain and J Schweffer gold Burt Orpingtons. The event runs daily from 9:00 AM to 4:18 PM until Sunday, with prizes awarded at show close.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bull
Tabyy
Ble
George, Haux
Bridgeport Police Department
Earl Osterhout
Shepherd Strain
J. Schweffer
Democratic chief criticizes Coolidge message
Washington December news reports quote James W. Hull, Democratic National Committee chairman, calling President Coolidge's congressional message a bid for 1924 nomination. He says it panders to special interests and treats only symptoms, with ads for Bromo-Seltzer misprinted in the same item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dec
Coolidge
Congress
Gordell Full
Democratiq Natinal Commistien
Portland Recalls Blumer Plying Needle as Tailor
Portland special correspondent reports on Dr Louis Blumer founder of Natureopathy whose Portland tailor shop and later Natureopathy college sparked a controversial case. Details recount his move to Middletown and Wartford, the dubious training claims, a discount scheme for Nelson and his daughter, and a court ruling upholding Nelson’s defense for lack of sufficient fraud evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Blumer
Louis Blumer
Natureopathy
Ress Benty
National Unemeling
Panthero
Middletown
Connecticut
Wartford
Blumer Coliese
Natureopath
Naturcopatie College
Main Strees
Charles O Ww
Nelson
Manchester
Clackanuth
Denmark
Bowers
Tig Ides
Glamer
Biumer
Court of Common
Liberals Lead In British Elections Amidst Volatile Shifts
In a marked voter turnover the Liberals and Labour gain against Conservatives who tilt toward protection. By night, Liberals and Labour approach parity with Conservatives, as Labour leader Winston Churchill loses in Leicester and Lady Astor wins in Plymouth. Reactions span cities and rural areas with country results awaited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberals
Laboritca
Yarties
Twe
Labor
Montague Barlow
Reginald Nall
Conservative
Winston Churchill
Liberal Party
Leicester
Lady Astor
Button
Mymouth
Dronnan
Tonigt
Baldwin
Teadera
Queeng Ua
Charlton Club
Conagrvatiant
Althour
Winston
Pe jthick-Lawrence
Churchill
Hls
Labor Party
Ite
Six Mexican States Open Revolt Prompting Federal Shakeup
Six Mexican states declare open revolt and demand sovereignty, insisting on free functioning of their legislative powers amid federal intervention and army disarray. Generals and naval chiefs oust federal office holders, naming their own loyalists. Provisional governor General Umbardo Loyo appointed in Vara Cruz as forces move to the border.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Luis Potostad Wichoagan
Whch
Falapa
Vara Grin
Mdbardo Loyo
Vara Cruz
Milford Youth Shot By Accident Amid Dense Weeds
A Milford youth, after being shot by accident, struggled home and fainted near his mother. Dr. Imidy arrived, removed a bullet, and the patient was rushed to 26ford Hospital for immediate operation intended to save his life.
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Milford
Dbo
Claris
GC. XK. Imidy
26Ford Hospital
Steamer Taske Crew Drowns In Rosario Strait
Ten men aboard the steamer Taske died when the vessel sank in Rosario Strait near Topez and Fidilxo Islands. Sheriff Girard of San Juan County reported four bodies recovered and being identified at Friday Harbor. First indication surfaced as a body was found afloat today.
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Anacortes
Waell
Das
Taske
Weasel
Rosario Strait
Topez
Fidilxo Islands
Steveporta
Hare
Girard
San Juan County
Fridey Harbor
Machine Runs Off Berkshire Bridge In Steep Waters Rescue
A car traveling down North Washington Avenue from Lexington Avenue plunged off Berkshire Bridge into the river after failing to slow for a sharp turn. Four men were involved. two clung to the car, others were pulled to safety by firemen and rescued by a rowboat. Injured occupants were taken to hospital, car to be salvaged today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Avenue
Lexington Avenue
Worthen
Menny Jones
Lins
River Street
Berkshire Bridge
North Washington
DeBarros
Nove
Bac
Dr. Sekerak
Att
loscRr
AKC
Leen
Tag
Fuath Sopeu
Vietins
Pals Gieame
Harding Widow Seeks $5000 Pension Bill Introduced
Washington December passage hinges on Senate action as a Republican senator from Ohio introduces a bill granting Mrs. Warren G Harding a pension of five thousand dollars annually. The measure, Senate Bill No. 3, aims to honor the late president’s widow with a modest lifetime support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Florekes Kilng Harding
Harding
Senate
Seustor Wilts
Républena
Ohio
Metric system changes would cost US manufacturers
In New York Dee, the American Institute of Weights and Measures heard opposition to a compulsory metric change. Speakers warned it would cost $100 per employee, cause confusion, and bring long-lasting expenses after adoption. George M. Bend was named to the state council for the next three years amid the meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dee
American Institute of Weighta and Measures
Ita
Meer- Anz
Tatiete
George M. Bend
New Hayen
Full Power Bill Adopted by Reichstag Body
Reichstag passes all three paragraphs of the government’s full power bill adopting them by the required two thirds. Chancellor Afaux says President Ebert authorized decisive action but plans to await voting on Sameday ballots before any final action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Gassadana Press
Balluta
Licenses revoked amid college raid and legal actions
Authorities ordered eight licenses revoked following a noon raid on Blumer College. The college books and Dr Blu mars records were seized for presentation to the land court when it reconvenes. Blumer, once a Portland tailor, claims the diploma he uses is self issued. The case involves a founder of natureopathy facing competency questions as warrants and investigations loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blumars
Blumer
Blumer College
Portland
Mer
Sol
Blanner
Brreauy San T. Battalon
Windsor Avenue
Man With Dual Identities Held for Robbery
Detectives arrested a man using two names on suspicion of robbery. He allegedly broke into a widow’s home, stealing a road wagon and lamps. Police recovered the items in West. The suspect, linked to William Dee and DVT, faces charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Xvonur
William Dee
Toola
Alamps
Ware
Executed in Sing Sing After Three Years on Death Row
An inmate at Sing Sing prison in Ossining New York was electrocuted after spending nearly three years on death row. Friends had urged Governor Smith for a reprieve, but the plea failed and the execution was carried out tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Man
Ossining
N.Y
Lemi
Sn Sing Sing Pridon
Bia
Smith
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Hospital
Simpson
Tato Sietion
Reviston
Tvolllog Congress
Tapitor
Secretar Arellon
Representative Green
Ways and Means
Green
Conn
J. W. Grove
Jaborita
North Tattersea
Saklatrala
Sagt
Hogbin
Reichstag
People’s Savings Bank
Bosaks
BOSAK
Nature
Bosak Manufacturing CO
Scranton - Pa
Main ST
Paradise Confectionery
Stratfield Hotel
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