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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1926
Page
4
Police believe a man held in connection with a car theft is the theatre bandit. The arrest follows a series of incidents and ongoing investigations with links to a local arts venue and suspects named in court records.
Moscow reports the Soviet Union has launched a census across its socialist republics with officials surveying population and regional data. The effort aims to map demographics within the union and assess regional development indicators.
A historic health survey released yesterday names Chicago the healthiest large city in the world, citing a low death rate linked to clean milk campaigns, sanitation efforts, and campaigns against impure water. The report highlights improvements since 1876 and credits Dr Herman N. Bunenen as health commissioner with promoting better babies, milk purity, and smoke control.
A garbled report centers on Sol Bloom urging action before a House committee regarding Ford. The text references alleged political maneuvers, a letter to Ron and involvement of New York figures, with mentions of the Treasury and parliamentary steps. The fragmentary source cites calls to investigate or report on resolutions and fiscal matters amidst a broader political dispute.
The Danbury church postpones its scheduled visit by a bishop as community pastors and local congregants react. Mary Mantsos and other church members express concern while the diocese seeks a new date. дл
Fragmentary obituary notes a Plainville man dying at age 72. It references family ties, burial details, and affiliations with local institutions, but the readable text is incomplete and scattered across garbled OCR.
A man died instantly yesterday when his car ran into a ditch near Portland while heading home after a fox hunting outing. The driver, identified as Lombard, died at the scene, and his three companions escaped injury. An undertaker, Satta Porthind, attended the scene.
Danbury December 12 special Camp Fire Girls held outdoor exercises beneath a Christmas tree near the Soldiers Monument opposite the Cat. A misunderstanding led to extra smoke from the tree and the misplacement was not corrected until late Saturday afternoon. The ceremony featured Christmas carols and poems appropriate to the season.
Dee 18 Special examination of Lest r Collins a 25 Osborne Street driver who last night attempted death by his own action at home showed him mentally alert but under the influence of liquor. Collins was arraigned on a peace charge and remanded for medical review. Police found him partially unconscious. he recovered after medical attention. The exam focused on his mental condition at the request of the family.
A restitution bill introduced by Representative Garrett would shift issuing power for permits on nonmigrables from the federal government to a state or local authority. The proposal, announced yesterday, aims to reduce federal oversight and expand state discretion in regulatory decisions.
Beavers and town residents clash with dam project workers in Latngidadam Washington. A deputy sheriff and county game warden respond as armed confrontations erupt. The obstruction was reportedly maintained by residents and crews until authorities secured the scene.
King Albert of Belgium received a gold medal yesterday in a commemorative event witnessed by members of his court and guests. The presentation occurred as he returned from a visit to Toysen palace where he met President Dynamergue and Crown Prince Taopall with his wife.
President Coolidge discussed a proposed international code with a White House meeting including prominent officials and reporters. He indicated potential support but urged delaying any conference until European problems are resolved.
Washington December 19 The Federal Oil Conservation board reports the petroleum industry survey and oil conservation study will take another year ending in 1927 Two more phases substitutes for nitrogen and foreign oil resources will be reported before year end 1927 with a 50 000 appropriation remaining to carry on its work
The University of Pennsylvania Hospital begins a controlled environment study with air filtering and washing equipment to measure hay fever and bronchial asthma responses. The system records temperature humidity and airborne allergen concentrations to determine dose response and individual sensitivity, aiming to map pollen effects and related respiratory risks.
Archibald Anderson deputy Internal Revenue Collector, who vanished in Springfi eld Mass October 6, was found in Portland Oregon. He is said to have amnesia after wandering the country. Under treatment he regained memory and communicated with his wife, planning to return home. He had previously suspected foul play due to threats and a robbery attack.
A New York University acquisition showcases Deco 19th and 20th century timepieces valued at over 170000 presented by James Arthur of Vew Fechell. The 508 object collection illustrates the evolution from basic sundials to complex clocks with three wheels and refined mechanisms plus a library of writings on clockmaking.
A payroll messenger was robbed of about $2000 in cash while en route between a bank and a construction site. Police said the assailants boarded a street car and bumped the man, then fled with the money after the victim realized the loss.
Washington December 19. A proposal seeks to have school textbooks checked for war facts by the House Education Committee. The plan aims to correct misstatements of American troop actions and utilities as reported to Congress by overseas servicemen from the twenty division.
New York December 19 ex railroad head Walker D Hines was named president of the Cotton Textile Institute Inc He will assume duties gradually and plans to connect with cotton mill owners and industry representatives to build knowledge and steer policy to promote cotton product manufacture and trade through study dissemination and market expansion efforts
Two well dressed men smashed a display window on Sixts Avenue near 15th Street using a paper covered hammer and fled with jewelry valued at 10500. Store proprietor William Goldner chased them through crowds toward Central Park but did not fire. Jewelry was dropped and recovered by bystanders as the thieves fled in a waiting car.
In New York on December 1 a physician once hailed as a brilliant surgeon faced arrest after seeking medical help to curb a narcotic habit. A Priory College graduate who performed heart surgery at Brads Hospital reportedly used small doses during a recovery period before leaving Atlanta for family reasons.
The November report shows food prices climbing overall with a one percent rise from October. Beef, eggs, and other staples edged higher while certain meats like New York chops fell about ten percent. Regional price shifts varied across Boston Providence and Manchester with notable gains in urban markets.
Quingy Mass Dec 14 Ad Ong man was killed and a second injured when an automobile and a trolley car collided. Robert B Bilugy of Boston, a passenger in a car driven by John Chasese of Boston, was killed. Casese's condition was said to be serious at the hospital.
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