11 Dec 1926
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1926
Page
1
Former secretary Doheny testifies about lease details amid a Senate inquiry while prosecutors press regarding payments and hidden records. The defense rests with potential for a final ruling today as witnesses discuss contacts and alleged secrecy.
A brief report notes a mine rescue effort in Indiana was stopped due to a fire. The incident involved responding teams and equipment, with authorities assessing damage and safety conditions before resuming operations. No further details are provided in the readable text.
A former Yale professor has died in California. The report provides limited details on the individual’s identity, death обстоятельства, and the institution’s connection, with no further facts available in the fragment.
Chaplin's leading lady rebukes insinuations of ties to his family as gossip. She asserts her independence despite public speculation and notes ongoing distress over the share of attention from the press and fans.
Irregular OCR fragment mentions performers and venues with scattered names such as Lora and Vane amid a noisy page 1 with notices, politics, obituaries, and theater references. It hints at public notices, a Senate probe, rolling events, and sports tagging but contains heavy garble and unreadable lines.
AP dispatch reports subpoenaed witnesses in the Senate primary inquiry likely to be rounded up and summoned to the Capitol before the session ends. The panel, led by Senator Reed, said witnesses from Pennsylvania Illinois Oregon and Arizona who failed to appear will be cited for contempt if needed to complete the record. The investigation also touched on efforts to impound ballots in the recent Pennsylvania general election and included refusals to testify from Samuel Insull and FOX Cannanor of Philadelphia.
Dawes and other leaders were lauded at the Nobel meeting for contributions to air and science honors. Dawes, vice president of the United States, was recognized for efforts in cognition and aviation. Speeches by foreign officials highlighted the 1920s prize era, naming key figures and noting the roles of international scientists.
A damaged, OCR fragmented item reports a hotel pursuing a legal action to obtain telephone service. It cites a building at risk of inflation or danger and mentions a court order or public notice, referencing a Stater hotel and related authorities. The text is incomplete but indicates a civil action over communications access and property conditions.
Anne Caldwell is awarded $50,000 to relieve a debt tied to the old homestead. The sum will be used to extinguish the mortgage and secure the property. The case outlines the financial relief granted and the intended use of funds.
Two cousins found dead in Easton home after a restless night. Medial examiner says natural causes suspected for the man. woman believed to have died earlier in the night. Witnesses, including Mrs Gregory and George Gregory, describe a chaotic scene with an overturned lamp and signs of efforts to revive them.
Jamaica Kid fights Delaney in Waterbury as Delaney wins on a technical knockout after a hard punching bout. Delaney shows skill and stamina, while a late-round surge by Jamaica Kid tests the champion’s defense in a crowded arena.
A brutal acid attack injured several young girls, prompting a police investigation. Detectives traced the sequence of events to a suspect linked to a chaotic scene outside a hospital. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward as the case unfolds.
Fire swept through a Japanese district destroying approximately 2000 homes. The disaster left many residents homeless and prompted immediate relief and rescue operations. Local authorities led response efforts as aid agencies mobilized to provide shelter and essentials to affected families.
An appeals decision favors Claire Ulrich in a disputed matter involving notices and a potential intrastate appeal. The record cites district and marginal details with uncertain dates and parties, highlighting a procedural win for Ulrich amid a convoluted filing history.
A New York based center reports higher steel orders for the month, noting gains across sectors. The release highlights continued demand in steel products amid steady market activity and price stability.
Strathfield outbreak as two men are shot and robbed during a dance at the Pine Street hall. Detectives pursue two bandits blamed for multiple hold ups, while an off duty guard fears for his safety. One victim wounded as assailants grab cash and escape by car. Authorities ring hospitals and deploy patrols for suspects.
Unclear notes describe a dispute over a fee and a misunderstanding involving multiple parties. References include Moiseo, Bor ow, Vo, and tax related terms. The text mentions investigations, raids, and potential savings or charges, but specifics remain obscured.
Gilbert K. Chesterton, the English essayist, told the American Club in Oxford that Americans defend themselves not by money but by character and wit. He urged a new intelligent understanding between Americans and English amid East West tensions and common misunderstandings.
Washington AP December reports Secretary Davis notified that the army cannot participate in proposed joint maneuvers off the New England coast due to cost. War Department must rely on eventual appropriations, but funds for transport, camps, and aircraft remain unmet.
A terse note details a man seeking a refund for a ticket purchase made decades ago. The fragmentary text references a plea for reimbursement and mentions a person named Yigal Chat among scattered phrases about the event and location.
The House passed the Treasury Post Office appropriation bill totaling about 127.4 million for federal enforcement while a late amendment to remove 12 million for undercover prohibition agents failed. Massachusetts and New York battles over enforcement influence colored the debate as supporters argued for ongoing laws and funding.
An elderly Noroton man received a Sing Sing sentence after a court hearing in New York. The case involved a cashing scheme and several sessions, with prosecutors stating the man took money from a Munson Stein company. The judge, Judge Row, ordered confinement and probation supervision.
Count Salm states plans to begin work and refutes a rumor of a $500,000 payment from Rogers. The garbled OCR text includes rampant mistakes but centers on Salm addressing employment and denying the substantial payoff rumor amid unclear surrounding material.
A court case reports a woman divorcing the same man for a second time. Judges and figures in the record reflect the prior divorce and ongoing proceedings as the case unfolds in the era’s legal notices.
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