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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1923

Page

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Bishop Manning Urges Truce Till After Christmas

New York dispatch reports Bishop William T. Manning urging a churchwide truce in the Conservative Modernist dispute in the Protestant Episcopal Diocese of New York. He asks rectors to read a diocesan appeal for a period of silence and prayer, deferring controversial discussion through the Christmas season to focus on peace, faith, and brotherly love. He notes no doctrinal changes and cites guidance by the Holy Spirit.

New York William T. Manning Epingapat Hishey Manning House of Bishops

Modernist Scores First Victory in Bible Debate

In New York on December 20, Rev Charles Jrancla Potter of Wear Side Unitarian church won the judges’ ruling in a public debate on whether the Bible is the infallible word of God. Potter opposed the view, calling the Bible a living book but not binding on every word, and citing authority for errors in human history.

New York Modern Asia Rrev Charles Jrancla Potter Wear Side Unitarian Church Yew John Reack Straton Parhor Camry Gaprist Church Potter Pr. Potter Straton Alsia Oh Uie Belgium Dr. Straton

Hartford Lawyer Seriously Hurt in Auto Crash Meriden

Hartford lawyer Walter Schuitz of 221 Girard Avenue Hartford and Yale student John Bunce were injured when their car skidded and overturned near Milldale. Schuitz remains in serious condition at Meriden Hospital with probable fatal injuries. Bunce sustained only slight injuries. Driver of the car fled the scene causing the crash near the Milldale trailer junction.

Meriden Walter Schuitz Girard Avenue Harford Xenier Tarmber Schuitz Cramer Aggiein Meriden Hospital Milldale Hartford John Lee‘ Bunce Yale Lattes Gutemne Milldale Trailel

Intellectuals of Germany Dying from Starvation

Berlin reports 109 medical death certificates cite starvation in the last twenty months but officials say counts are higher as starvation is listed only when no other cause fits. Many cases involve prominent jurists, lawyers, and well-to-do figures.

Berlin Ramack Beclin

Salary Increases Loom Over City Budget Plan

The IRE Board considers a $5,000 move to unlock salary raises for six city employees granted by the Common Council for January through March. William J. Surnham, president of the Board of apportionment and taxation, said money sources are unclear as new appropriations lag. The November meeting noted requests from five departments to maintain salaries, with $3,120 annual increases at stake.

Board of Apportionment

Regent Goundouriotis Leads Greek Regency

In Ayhens on December 20 the Associated Press reports Admiral Coundouriotis has taken the regency of Greece. Colonel Flastiras administered the oath in a ceremony attended by the holy synod and cabinet members. The Republican movement, led by General Pangalos, may install a two republics soon if momentum continues. Pangilos threatens weekend demonstrations as he asserts leadership from recent elections.

Ayhens Associated Press Coundouriotis Grecet Flastiras Miliare Agnot Mayea Pangalos Athens Republican Party Pangilos Pivstirus Gonataska

Senate Faces New Debate Over Soviet Relations

The U S Senate opened a fresh foreign policy debate on Soviet recognition as Senators Borah and Noris charged Moscow-backed propaganda and asked for a sweeping inquiry by the Foreign Relations committee. Secretary Hughes and the State Department were said to be gathering evidence of Soviet movement aims to undermine the U S government.

Washington Stito United States Senate Hughes Bora Norvis Yoska Fluor Jender Rep Tua San Suite Department Department of Justice Moscow House Foreign Affairs Committee Britten Republican Illinois Borah Coolidge State and Justice Departments Russia Bory Wa Senate Today Paat Threauer State Department Instructiona Tho Late Hughen Harrison Justice Cohalan New York Fteed Miscouri

Turkeys Sell at Lowest Prices in Year Here

Prices for turkeys dropped to 38 to 42 cents per pound in local markets, well below pre holiday levels. Shoppers found good quality birds available, aided by steady supply and strong market activity despite ongoing festive demand.

Bert

Two Children Die in Blaze at New Benton Home

In Portsmouth New Benton, two children perished in a house fire at the Reynold Fultz residence. James Edward, 15 months old, was trapped inside while Hazel Slater, 4, attempted rescue. The infant died, and Hazel died of burn injuries.

Portsmoutht Nie Reynold Fultz New Benton James Edward Wow Hiss Slater Marlo Tno

Burglaries Hit City Stolen Gems Canned Goods

A series of four burglaries reported yesterday yielded $375 in cash and canned goods from several homes. Jewelry pieces valued at varying amounts were taken, including four diamond rings. At 47 Columbus Avenue a safe was robbed of about $20 in cash, and a 499 Ogden Street residence was ransacked for a bank containing roughly one dollar. Clothes lines were stolen from the rear yards of two homes on Sunday Avenue over ten nights.

Pont House Burghglee Waller Runseewshi Furnes Avenue Ital Columbus Dyvenue Willams Prank Falange Ogden Street

Greenwich Heiress Elopes With Taxi Driver

Greenwich, Dec 20. Mrs Mary Smith a 35 year old heiress and known for sensational marriages has eloped and wed taxi driver Charles E Haggerty a man more than 40 years her junior They notified Haggertys mother by phone while en route toward Mamaroneck Local clerks refused marriage license late last night The couple reported We are married is all she said Her first divorce was from Woodcock Port Chester followed by a second elopement with Clifford Wilmot Both marriages ended in divorce and she has since lived in the Smith home. Continued on page 19.

Greenwich Mary Smith Charles E. Haggerty Haggerty Here Mamaroneck Rouse Lown Harrison N. Y Mary Mill Woodcock Tinikewire Mrs Smith Smith

Restrictions Upon Taxicabs Public Hearing

A public hearing on a proposed taxi regulation ordinance drew advocates of stricter rules and complaints about unregulated fares. Prominent supporters from the Chamber of Commerce and local business leaders were set to speak, with hotel manager Frank A. Cantrell among those expected to endorse the measures. Citizens planned to voice support or opposition tonight at Camel Chamber of Commerce events.

Frank A. Cantrell Stratfield Hotel Chamber of Commerce Lie Elitzeng Uneir

Murder Case of Klan Official Goes to Jury

Philip E Fox Klan official stands accused of killing Ku Klux Klan attorney William Coburn in the Lattern office. The trial's jury was seated as Coburn was shot on May afternoon. The defense claims Fox was insane at the time. Court adjourned to 9 am if a verdict is reached tonight.

Arlanta Casso Tiated Pressi Philip E. Fox Ku Klux Klan William 5 Coburn Tomight Tox Mav Ted Fox Ima kMing Howard Gitong Phero Tolloy Setu Core

Stamford woman dies from gas poisoning

Stamford resident Karry Brown, 74, died from gas poisoning in her Stamford home. police report says she was found in her residence at 84 Summer Lane this morning.

Stamford Stampourd Lincoois Karry Brown Brasmford Vonaninis

Radio Review of Federal Efforts and State Progress

Jon Liston previews a Sunday Post radio review detailing public health and state progress. The feature covers Beklpepart sanitation, federal experiments, and late-year government worker programs, aiming to present the year’s most thorough survey of reforms and improvements.

Jon Liston Tate

Horse runs away injuring two in wagon fall

A wagon on Norta avenue near Trani tun Avenue ran away at 2 o clock yesterday after a broken pad. Frank Rady of 182 King's Highway Wallfield rode the horse and was thrown with two injuries. He and Mrs Svetz were taken to Emergency hospital for surgical treatment after the horses bolted.

Norta Tranitun Avenue Frank Rady King's Highway Wallfield Fadts Svetz Seattle

Quacks Patients Seek Ear of Hartford Jury

Hartford December 20. Many people complain of treatment from physicians linked to a grand jury probe of alleged quack doctors. State's attorney reports the investigation continues. Foreman Benedict Milden and Edward Fickey are involved as subpoenas may be issued to patient complainants for testimony. A January 2 grand jury session is planned with a hearing date soon fixed.

Wartford Dev Vollage Benedict Mw Iolden Edward Fickey Hoonseg Ttme Grand Jury

State Employes Wages Raised By French Chamber

A December 21 Associated Press report notes a vote by the Chamber of Deputies on raising wages for state employees earning under 8,100 francs. The proposed increase from 20 to 1,800 francs sparked government opposition but no explicit confidence vote. The debate touched the separation of finance provisions from broader budget clauses.

AITA Associated Press Lad Wate Phe Vola Lin

Coolidges Host Diplomatic Corps Dinner at White House

President and Mrs Coolidge entertained the diplomatic corps with a late dinner at the White House. Ranking representatives from 42 nations attended the event, according to reports from Washington.

Wasilington Bern Corsa Gueala

Schools Close Today for Winter Recess

Public action will close briefly for the Christmas season. The note mentions a ten day recess and a holiday break impacting school activities.

Hygienist Corps Seeks Board Retention of Department

A secret meeting of the Dental Hygienist corps drafted a petition to Mrs. Alice I. Smith urging the retention of the department under the Board of Education. The signed plea, to be presented at the next board meeting, cites smoother operation under education board and ongoing campaign among Republicans and school board members.

Dental Corps Board of Education Dental Hygieniat Corps &T Worl Cily W. OU Golden Hig Alice I. Smith Mimer J. Havena Geives

Conflicting Reports Bind Mexican Revolt Situation

Conflicting claims from revolutionists and government forces cloud the Mexican revolt in Moxley. Each side boasts victories and denies the others reports as fighting shifts between main front areas near Moxizoity and toward the capital. Government lines claim De La Huerta troops hold, while rebels say they are advancing from Vera Cruz as the clash continues.

Agsoctawal Press Moxley Ite Pnciny Moxizoity de la Huerta Lot Vera Crus Trom

Shattuck Jewelry Theft Accomplice Arrested in Paris

MARSEILLES France December The police arrested Marco alias Gmilo Boerlo also known as The Tocksy for aiding Gabriel Mourey in the Shattuck home robbery at Albert Shattuck Washington Square New York on April 4 1922. Mourey fled with jewels valued at 90000 and was captured in France early in October to be tried in Paris after Paris refused extradition.

Paris Marseilles France Marco Gmilo Boerlo Allas Tocksy Gabriel Mourey Abert TR. Shattuck Washington Square New York City Mar~vel Mourey Ha Will

Young wife fights invader in home robbery bid

Myrtle Wellmis, a young wife in a 2 a.m. struggle at 2 Tia ance Street, fought off 64 year old John Bechero who invaded her home demanding money. Bechero fled after a scuffle leaving injured and later arrested. Police say the assailant was pursued to a North Avenue store before capture. The incident prompted a hospital check for Bechero’s injuries.

Imer-gency Hospital Oman North Avenue Wolmis Tiaance Street

Nationwide political race dominates local scene

Local readers see a sprawling roundup of party maneuvers led by Gannor's nomination battles. Reports mention committee chairmanships, shifting district loyalties, and finance concerns as campaigns heat up amid state and national debates.

Senate Will Review Connor Case In Hartford Tug

Hartford December 20 Special to the Telegram attorney Benedict M Holden of Hartford acting with State s Attorney Hugh M Al cori ag counsel for Bridgeport businessmen opposing Arthur F Connor s appointment to town mastership says a hearing will be held before the Senate committee on post office and post roads The bid to claim Burdick was elected in violation of state party rules is noted Robinson former Republican state chairman says Burdick was legally elected at the October city convention and cites rule disputes about delegation to the state convention He notes inconsistencies and changes in local party rules over time

Gannor Ullie Epprov Laney T. Hiltciy Ceitler Malary Feong Wien Hireenwiely Etiyes Eet Siiitard Kehgal Alt Itussian Tlosida Ste Stamford Sobitz Hartford Benedict M. Holden Hugh M. Alcori Ag Bridgeport Arthur F. Connor Burdick Washington Iod2 Senate Committee On Post Office and Post Roads Ieiden Hag Schuyler Merritt Lars B Robhiron Alex H. Robinsor Foun Republican State Central Alex ¥Dow Chauriman Alfred W. Burdick Vrry Burdick

Behrens backs standardizing city automobiles plan

Mayor Behrens favors standardizing city motor equipment with a $1,000 or lower price limit, arguing one type would ease municipal garage service. Today eleven passenger makes and about six truck makes are in use, with decisions left to the respective boards.

Wiliam Behrens Ford Packard Nash Reo Durant Studebaker Dodge Franklin Hudson

Also Mentioned on This Page

Bishop Manning C. F. Potter Germany Behrens Goundouriotis U.S. Senate Lodge Mary Smith-Woodcock-Wilmot Radio Review States Attorney Coolidges Acti Oaly Hygienist Corps Educational Department Elmer H. Havens Myrtle Welmis Clarence Street Smestil Ruckefeller Foundation Chaildren Mra. Coolidge Burton Tucker Jersey Khrk Phil E. Fox Vaulder Dio Cesar All Tectova Stederniat Buch National Senate Paclyax Simmons Hagler Georgs Weiss Bridgeport High School Wilby Ulris Shawn Suhurvan Stratford Westport Bridgeport Hi Kairtold Connor Holden Post Office Committee Robinson Leonard Liiies
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