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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1924

Page

2

National Shrine Leader Visits Bridgeport in Ceremonial Program

Nobles of the Mystic Shrine plan a day of ceremonies for visiting Imperial Potentate James Edward Chandler. Events include a 1 pm candidate report, 2 pm petition votes, 3 pm imperial reception at the Casino, 4 pm Pyramid Band, 6 pm banquet, 7 30 pm Shriner Hospital program, and 9 2 m moving pictures with no street parade.

James Edward Chandler Timple Bridgeport Elmer Hooper Ot Mecca Cereno Tal Frederic A. Bartlett Stra Masonic Femme Imperial Potentate Pyramid Stratfield Hotel

Chamberlain Sees League of Nations Rise in Strength

Austin Chamberlain, British foreign minister, declares returning to England with increased confidence in the League of Nations. He reports the council’s likely two more days of work and notes Italy discussions and Anglo Egyptian issues being deferred for March. He also mentions talks with Mussolini on closer cooperation between Britain and Italy in Mediterranean affairs.

England Geneva Mediterrean Vatican Associated Press League of Nations Austin Chaimbrlain Leagues Council Himberlain Tondon Premni Hern Paris Italy Sesson Mussolini Gre Blinia Mediterranean

Medical Society selects Derby man for Vermont talk

Clarence MaG ar d 146 Hawthorne avenue named as principal speaker at Alpha chapter Phi Beta Medical Fraternity Founders Day exercises and banquet at University of Vermont Burlington on February 24. He represents Alpha chapter pioneers of this new national medical fraternity with more than 60 chapters nationwide. The event marks a notable educational and professional gathering.

Derby Clarence MaAgard Hawthorne Avenue Alpha Chapter Phi Cot Medical Fraternity Universty of Vermont Burlington Alpha Chapter Pioner Central New Engla Kosiro Amito Bentizel Hill Parlatos Hosnital St Mary's Church Ama*o Derry Italy America Sentinell H James Samuel Frank Tony Hisc Diusheam Tony Quorniro New Haven Emilie Amato Derin Mary Garafiio John Gusan Costa Hers Hotel Clark George Lodge RJ Byrne Thomas Monahan Te Marrs Anna Buckley Josephire Sullian Nora Minton Fan Kennedy Anna Felly Second Congregational Church Myster Tree George EF Barber Shaw Juxo Maliulst Chrigdhsen Ralph Cirk Jor Wood Mira Rotert Gardner Stanton Champlain Wilbur Chudeyene

Early American locomotives replaced by horses on line

A historical account traces the transition from horse power to steam in early U S railroading. It notes incidents where engines ran only under favorable conditions, the use of three horses to haul trains after a boiler blaze, and the the Delaware and Hudson early locomotives as pioneers. It ends with the shift to reliable steam power and modern locomotives.

New York T Mes X.y Alroid America Jonglind Delaware and Hudson Canal Company Jilmmore Ohio Messrs Duis and Gartner Matthias Haldwin Haldwin Locomotive Works Philadelphia Germantown Norristown Reading Butt England Delaware Ameri Toad Philatephia Navy Stewart Agiin Gowan Ani Marx Bocd Cherrystetts Philadelpha Oae Broad Street

Card text inadvertent medical ad item

A fragmented advertisement promotes taking Laxa to Bromo Quinine as a preventive measure. The box shows the signature B Wo Grove 30c, reflecting a medicinal remedy claim without verifiable authority.

Rupture Experts Offer Cures and Dealer Warnings

A cryptic notice lists rupture experts and a dealer warning about buying a medical device. It mentions Missuninnes groduct nurse ani egert fitter and cautions to consult a focal dealer before purchase. The fragmentary text suggests cautionary guidance around medical fittings.

Ani Egert

Sports Denied to Easton Youth by Injury to Head

In Superior Court Easton youth 18 year old Hemmsley or Hemsley suffered a head injury in 1921 causing part removal of the skull. Doctors testified convulsions and brain issues could follow from a similar impact during sports. Sidney Swain of Bridgeport seeks damages of 2500 for a February 2 1921 automobile collision on the Black Rock Turnpike in Easton.

Phompe Hempley Caston Superior Court West

Referee Keogh Rebukes Gossip Mongers in Bankruptcy Court

Judge John Keogh scolded gossip and rumors in a bankruptcy proceeding, emphasizing that unverified reports do not aid matters before him. He warned that spreading inaccurate information harms involved parties and could hinder settlement in the Woiningy Outfitters case and related actions.

John Keogh Woiningy Outfitters Company Invedi Pation Parsons Tadee Keoghton Jenint Joos Lalit

DIRT FARMER IS LORD RODNEY LORD RODNEY TAKES ALBERTA FARM LIFE

Lord Rodney and Lady Rodney settle at Cottesmere Farm near Fort Saskatchewan Alberta after arriving from England to pursue farming. They live in a tent first summer learning Western Canadian agriculture then buy land, erect buildings, and develop a model farm with livestock crops and a planned training school for young British and Canadian farmers.

Cottesmere Lord Rodneys Canada Lord Rodney Lady Rodney Marjorie Lancelot Lowther Prother Tarlof Lonedale Alberta Avray Gard Cmmon Rodney Edmonton Esty Fort Saskatchewan Lord Goden Gratin Astora Judge Fiset Quebec Plraent

Yale Captain Held for Speeding After High Speed Chase

Yale football captain Lovejoy of Montetar New Jersey was arrested on a speeding charge after a chase along Whitney Avenue. He posted $200 bail and was released, to be arraigned in the lower court near Monday, after authorities timed him at 65 miles per hour. police pursued for about a mile before catching him.

Jiamden Dee Winslow Lovejoy Montetar Yalee Yale Center

Stamford Church Grants Walton Salary Increase

Stamford December 11 By Telegram Service The First Church Congregational increases Rev Alfred Grant Walton’s salary by 500 dollars per year as a sign of appreciation for his services. Gifts noted include 0000 dollars from George D Scofield for missionary work and a memorial window from Mrs William J O'Brien. Church officers elected include Clerk Henry J Fuller Treasurer Arthur M Taylor and other officers and deacons.

Stamford Berviece First Church Alfred Grant Walton Walton Walon Clarence EO Mix H . Richards Frederick Parsons Harry C Scofield A L Tinker Cc HK Brown, Jr

Omission Sparks Toasts About Delicous Treats In Kansas

In a fragmented exchange on a Kansas menu scene, a speaker notes the othe items are really delicious yet mentions a lack of guidance on inflating them. The odd dialogue hints at a kitchen mishap or miscommunication in a domestic setting.

Rane Kansas

Lord Rodney and family plan Western Canada farms

The text notes Lord Rodney age 34 with a background in the British Army and Royal Dragoons, plus Capt Philpotts an ex Indian Army officer now managing a 400 acre farm near Britain. It mentions ambitions to spin off multiple farm pupils and investors as part of settling on Western Canadian land. Lily Rothes and Lord Rodney express enthusiasm for farm life and long-term settlement plans on the land provided years ago.

Lord Roaney Britain Capt Philpotts Lord Rodney Royal Dragoony Tank Corps Iere Beva Uberherarm Roth Lord Lily Rothes

Charge 10 Jury in Trial of Youths Set for Saturday

Judge William M. Maitbie prepares to charge the jury in the Tony and Dominick Rizzio case in Criminal Superior Court. The brothers face charges based on testimony from a Stratford girl. attorneys argued circumstantial evidence and questioned the chief witness as the trial proceeds.

William M. Maitbie Tony Dominick Rizzlo Stratford Criminal Superior Court Maithble Williemantle Rizzio Brothers

Stamford Men Flees Non-Support Charged

Police search for Willim Urwin of 791 Main Street after his wife reported his disappearance amid fears a non support complaint would be filed. Another case involved Amata Borea hidden aboard the steamship Colambo, found in Philadelphia and brought back to Stamford for potential charges.

Stamford Willim Urwin Main Street Urwin Amata Borea Ateamship Colhambo New York Philadelphia

Stores Open Evenings Start Next Saturday in City Center

Center city stores arrange a fixed late schedule with Retail Board for the Christmas buying rush. Evening shopping will begin Saturday December 20 and continue Monday Tuesday and Wednesday December 22 to 24, after the 6 pm closing time. Moss Mirtha Otenso, a 24 year old Northwest school teacher, wins $13 prize for first year novel submission titled The Passionate Wight about Northwest farmers and romantic ambition, published in 1925.

Iyrst Novert Moss Mirtha Otenso Northwest Iryas Jin Book Fomm Wiight Kinsags City

Scraps Fuel Leon Wilsons Unfinished Novel Process

The fragmentary notes describe writer Leon Wilson gathering odd scraps as if they were potential chapters. He contemplates turning disorganized ideas into a new work titled Tow, aiming to capture life’s points and prompts while dealing with the challenge of starting a book.

Leon Wilson Mike

Crullers and Blankets Reported Stolen in City

Crullers and blankets were reported stolen yesterday from a storefront on Main Street and Mast Washington Avenue. Michael Devote, a Fairfield baker, said the items have been taken many times before and filed the complaint with police. Vincent Brothers, coal dealers of Admiral retreat, reported stolen blankets from one of their branches as they drove about the city.

Mike Deectiva Burea Main Atrest Washington Avenue Micheal Devote W Baker Fairfield Vincent Brothers Admiral Ret

Blessed Sacrament Church Dance and Bazaar at Armory

Blessed Sacrament church held a charity dance and bazaar at the Armory to raise funds for the church building with an elaborately staged evening of whist pinochle and 45 card parties, an orchestra for dancing, and hundreds of attendees viewing booths and prize tables. The event drew more than 200 tables. a prize was awarded for a rich table, and a large general and parish committee oversaw arrangements.

Blessed Sacrament Church Confin Tts Armory Bootha James Miney Cadirmin Veronica Tyunahue John Guin Charles Flanighan Wiliam Yule George Fons Frank Newport Mia Tague Gertrude Walsh Mie Iilen Misa Her Hagan Misa Margmac O Brien Thomas Tague Tied Newport George Ellis N Joeph Clakby George Munson John Finetd Martin Rayden Talliel Leyden John Stevens

Forced From Home Subsidy Ties to Invalid Charge

A historical notice outlines a disputed subsidy case where a man forced from his home links to an invalid charge. The document references financial hardship, alleged misused funds, and ensuing damages claims tied to a 1917 event in Nome and related investigations. The text lists names and dates amidst unclear details, suggesting a court or property action and framed accusations against a party’s handling of the subsidy.

Ship Early Urges Express Manager Wrap Securely

Samuel Driver of the American Railway Express company urges careful holiday shipping. He stresses secure wrapping and full addressing to ensure delivery before December 26, noting fragile items should be marked and sturdy twine used.

Urges Express Manager Bhopea Adisey Samuel Themerican Railway Express Company The Bridgeport

Ansonia Mayor Hosts Dinner for High School Football Team

Ansonia high school football squad members were treated to a dinner in the Cap No lrttiunnt dining room by Mayor John Mind Th. Guests included Coach Arthur larst, Assistant Coach Wo W 4WUl no, and Pinepal John J Stevins.

Ansonia Tec John Mind Lis Ehra Presen Arthur Larst Pinepal John J Stevins

Meetings Tonight Amid Fraternal and Civic Groups

A fragmented OCR listing various lodges and societies meeting tonight. Items include American Legion conne', Knights of Pythias, Masons, Rebekah Lodge, Odd Fellows, Modern Woodmen, and others with street addresses and dates.

American Inc Lune Psamid Pitrol Maaorle Temple Tridy Pot Couni Amer Cannan Dovial Lelge Main Street Ashlin A. M Arcinum Ledge Broad Street Momens Christian Temperance Trion Gilbert Street Machmids

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