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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1925

Page

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New York police commissioner's brother charged with murder

William Enright, brother of New York Police Commissioner Richard Enright, was taken into custody near Campbell and charged with first degree murder in the killing of farm laborer Limotiydha on a Corning, New York farm owned by the commissioner. Evidence included bloodied clothing, a bloody hand tag, and a ditch near the house.

Corniag Michael J Enright Richard EO Ene Tigut New York Campbell Limotiydha Guy “A Chene Corning Cheney Sheiff Wi Oo Com Missioner Cnright William Enright Willum Michael Mnright Shay Shiv Pers Enright Holley

Lifers Involved in Prison Knife Attack in Hartford

In Hartford a convicted inmate known as a lifer attacked fellow prisoner Thomas Quigles with an improvised knife in a Wethersfield prison yard. The victim suffered serious injuries but is not expected to die. The suspect is being held for security review as authorities investigate the incident.

Hartford Agostino Sile Wethersfield Thomas Qu New Eisen Trom Qaims Secur

Tacna Situation Grim as Chile Arica Fight Looms

The Mercurie reports grave tension over Tacna with Arica developments viewed as serious. Officials warn of possible relocation or aid changes as regional instability deepens amid long standing border disputes.

John T King Faces Grand Jury in Miller Case

John T King a former Republican national committeeman testified before a federal grand jury in the Miller case investigation. Col Thomas Miller and Hiram C Todd were linked to the inquiry, with Miller not present when the jury resumed. The new grand jury deliberation followed department of justice dissatisfaction with the case status.

John T. King Miller Case Nsw York Dee John King Repubelican National Tom Connet Tloul Grand Vurs Department of Juste

Committee Seeks 100 Million for Air Development

Washington December 16 AP drastic reorganization of the defense admin and proposed annual spending of 20.4 million for five years to bolster aviation are urged by the House Special Aircraft Committee. The report calls for a Bureau of Aeronautics and a separate air budget and procurement agency.

Washington National Defense Administration Special House Aircraft Committee Tus National Advisory Committee For Aeronautics Coolidge Advisory Committees Americs

Governor halts slaughter of deer on state preserve

Governor Fuller ends a four day deer hunting spree at a state forest preserve after a conference with Commissioner Witham and state officials. The decision directs cessation of the slaughter on the preserve and calls for stricter wildlife protection measures.

Gov. Fuller Poston Ted x Loutver Witham Bazeley Teda Toms State Department of Conservaton Puiter Wyles Stundieh Tute Purest

Delaney Seeks Fifth Boxing Crown At New Madison Square Garden

Jack Delaney challenged for his fifth world title tonight at Madison Square Garden before about 25000 fans. He faces Paul Berlenbach in the first boxing card at the arena, with Delaney touted as faster and stronger despite a recent illness, while Bridgeport officials and a large crowd travel for the event.

Madison Square Garden Jack Delaney Paul Berlenbach Tey Richud New Arcni Delaney Astoria Assissin Paul Bertenbich Om Pral Herlenbach Bridgeport Simones Palfield Avenue Congress News Congress Main Tita Tomgin

Mellon Charged With Complicity In Owl Tax Fraud

A long inquiry details Mellon charged with complicity in Owl tax fraud tied to the California oil scheme. The panel found a 25 700 dollar misstatement and profits from 1916 Oklahoma oil lands. Committee planned to forward findings to the treasury and Senate for action next month.

Mellon OWL Manhingson California Hureas Aefel Cordorabon Edeia Yresuil Fiat Okahoma Wit Courens Ins Treasury

Red Grange Hurt as Bears Fall to All Stars 24 to 0

Pittsburgh All Stars defeated the Chicago Bears 24 to 0 on a snow covered field. Red Grange suffered a right arm injury, hindering him from finishing the game while Gustafson scored for Pitt. Grange’s status next week was uncertain with doctors divided on return timing.

Pittsburgh Chicago Bears Dee Harald Grange Detroit Pittsburgh All Stars Sohenley Hotel Inder Ture George Halas Bears Gustav Berg Pittsburg Pittsburgh All-Stars Halt Pittabwgh Gustafson University of Pittsburgh Star Jimmy Tgberteon Carnegie Tech Gol Waiter Ling Grange Funward Pasnes Brittona Guslafsun

University Probe to Start Monday at Ohio College

Officials at Ohio university plan a Monday start to a probe into alleged student and faculty misconduct. A list of charges includes intoxication, improper associations at fraternities and sororities, and Communist leanings among faculty. The board aims to investigate drinking patterns, adherence to political views, and connections with local professionals as part of a broad inquiry following arrests and a seized order book.

Colmlia Ohio She University Dibnes Dorton Wilney Selor Justice of the Peace Univer Ils Board of Trustees Mondhy Bonahey Renera Nyuor fraterni +s

World Court Urged At Bridgeport Mass Meeting

Judge Carl Texter introduces a resolution backing the World Court at a Bridgeport Connecticut mass meeting. James G. MacDonald charges Senator Borah with disloyalty to President Coolidge and says the U S would not be disadvantaged. The meeting at Central High School auditorium adopts the resolution unanimously.

Borah James G. MacDonald Carolyn Poles Association of New York World Court Central High School Maer Donald Cleveland Elihu Root Council of the League of Nations MacDonald Werla Court Carl Texter Bridgepat Connecticut

Women Speaker Criticizes U S Laggard Role in World Affairs

Mrs Trank Day Tuttle of New York denounces American lagging in world cooperation at a Connecticut League of Nations event at the Stratford hotel. The address urges support for a permanent world court and stronger international action amid disarmament debate and calls for unity within the nation.

United States Trank Day Tuttle New Lark League of Nations Strclfield Hotel Miss Lutte Charman Greiter New York Association Liam Geneve Tore Gene J Bassett New Haven Thas World Court Permanent Court of International Justice Ldusue Chengin

Irish Boundary Measure Adopted By Dail Eirann

The Dail Eireann adopted the Irish boundary measure after contentious talks. The vote stood 71 to 26 as officials signaled a decision and the chamber faced an all night session that was averted by agreement.

Dail Eirann Fey Bueaim Bay Apriavedy Tonfon

Sixty-One Killed in Alabama Mine Blast Tragedy

In Cahaba fields south of Birmingham a gas explosion at Overton No 2 mine of Alabama Fuel and Iron killed sixty one miners. Fifteen escaped injury with several hospitalized burned. Rescue efforts by Irene Wilford Powell and Charles Edith revealed harrowing scenes as they braved fumes and darkness to reach trapped workers.

Birmingham Ala Overton Ming No 2 Alabama Fuel and Iron Company Cahaba Fields Irene Wilford Powell Charles Edith Powell and Earth Powell Overton Universal Service Overton Mine Elt HG Culverhouse Alabama Fuel and Tron Company

Turkey Forces Mosul Question To Show Down

Turkey presses Mosul issue as a threat to the League of Nations and awaits further mediation. Munir Bey and Rushdi Bey push for cautious handling while Ankara refuses to attend a Geneva session to discuss the report by General Lardene.

Turkey Mosul Council Cnt Ton Obul Munir Bey Switzeyland Cacal Massieres Shen Ruvhdi Hey Counet Genseal Lardene Tithonia League

Grange barred from screens over bank publicity dispute

New York December 10 AP motion picture theatre owners say Red Grange will not be shown in their theatres if the exhibitor cannot cash a $719000 contract check with an independent producer. The board will investigate the $300000 check at its next meeting as publicity concerns mount.

New York Motion Picture Theatre Owners of America Today Isuel Joseph Mheider Red Grange Selder

Hartford Leader Walsh Shifts Role in State Democratic Committee

In Hartford December 10, Thomas J Spellacy of Hartford and James J Walsh of Meriden were elected national committee man and state festival committee chairman respectively at a meeting of the state Democratic central committee. Miss Caroline Ruutz Rees of Greenwich resigning effective December 8 will be replaced. the state vice chairman post for Fannie Dixon Welch of Columb was deferred. Edward Yeomans Andover’s state chair resignation was accepted. Welch presided as Walsh was elected. Spellacy, former assistant United States attorney general, defeated Thomas Hewes of Farington in a contest of organizationists to succeed Cummings of Stamford who resigned. Walsh led in the state chairman vote, with 28 to 3 for Peter FitzHenry and one for Morris of New Haven. Elections were secret. only committee members or proxies could vote. A luncheon preceded the session, and organizers predicted strong organization gains.

Ninw Haven Thomas J Spellacy Hartford James J Walsh Meriden Fai Thase Democratic National Committees Caroline Ruutz-Rees Greenwich Mim Fannie Dixon Welch Columb Edward M Yeomans Andover Welch Walsh Spellacy United States Attorney General Civil Service Thomas Hewes Farington Anthote Homee Cummings Stamford Hia Oppom Atate Organizationista Peter FitzHenry Waterbury Charles Moorris New Haven E Committee

G O P Insurgents Swept From House

Washington December 10 ARH insurgent Republicans were swept from top posts in the House Republican committee with one exception. Representative Looper of Wisconsin was removed as ranking member of the Morella? fur s committee. he had been a speaker candidate. Dean representatives Lampert and Nelson, Wisconsin, were also ousted from chairmanships. Representative Vesta of Indiana named to head the Pat committee and Representative Ville cent of Michigan given Mitt.

Washington House Hutt Lanipert Nelson Wisconsin Representative Vesta Indiana Lampert Villecent Michigan

Shonandoah Theatre Warns Patrons Over Weak Showing

Crowds stayed away from a Shonandoah cinema after owner C J Latta warned patrons that a feature was not up to standard. About 460 customers attended despite the notice, with about 100 per program present. Latta explained the lackluster turnout as a polite move to avoid misleading advertising while hoping the program would improve.

Shonandoah Town Dée. LO Moving Picture Theatre C J Latta

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