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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1926
Page
2
Fragmentary text references representative of someone banked, treatment in prison, and an accident with multiple injured or dead. Names and places are unreadable, but implies a hospital or detention setting and a police or legal context with unclear outcome. No coherent dates or events could be confirmed.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a violent incident with Jess Smith slain and references to persons and places. The readable portions suggest a criminal or sensational case involving names, dates, and locations, though much of the material is garbled. The core event appears to be a death of Jess Smith and related accusations or connected individuals.
Local report describes dogs shot amid a sequence of events involving rumor and alleged sightings. Details are unclear due to damaged text, but authorities are tied to the case and investigations proceed as residents recount the disturbance.
Waterbury December 20 40 Mr Repokter formed the American Bray Company by consolidating seven textile plants in the Nutmeg Valley creating a leading industry player. The union included the Read, Droimes, Root Usayden, and Benedick Burnham groups plus Ansonia Trager and Cow Braga. In 1900 the American Trass Company was organized and later presided by Mr Repokter who became chairman of the board in 1919 after serving as president.
A tribute recalls Brookers Dean of the copper industry J D Ryan and his long service in the field. The piece honors his leadership, organizational skill, and dedication to guiding colleagues and trainees, highlighting his influence and memory among industry peers.
Ansonia today mourns Dudinews founder and city official Brooker, described as a leading businessman active in nurseries and land dealings. He contributed to school funds, church causes, and local improvements, with his family and enterprises shaping Ansonia for decades.
Charles Frederick Brooker, a leading copper and brass industrialist born in 1847, died in Florida. He steered major brass firms into a single American Brass Company, held director roles in Anaconda Chile Copper and more, served in Connecticut politics, and supported Gaylord Farm Sanatorium. Funeral in Ansonia Episcopal church with interment at Torrington.
Two privates of the Seventeenth Infantry at Fort Crook were dishonorably discharged and imprisoned for forcibly kissing four girls at an interurban station near Mort. One other soldier faces the same fate. Names connected to the event include Odell Malone and others from Texas and Springfield.
In New York December, contractor Jamey G. Godtrey of Brooklyn died while inspecting the Holland Tunnel during a shift on the North River. He was walking with two others near the bottom of the south tube when a bridge collapse occurred, and he was struck by debris.
Dr Kock aged 63, physician and owner of the Cambridge Re- Vey hospital, died after a prolonged illness following exposure to the new X ray apparatus. He was among early pioneers in the use of the powerful ray.
In Austin Texas a long forgotten vault at the University of Texas holds a fortune amassed by S M Swenson. The treasure, once valued around £76 000, includes ancient artifacts from Babylonia Greece and Egypt and a collection of weapons. The combination was hidden in a professor’s desk, later lost, and rusted mechanisms prevent opening.
Ree. 20 Special Christopher N. Greer Sr longtime figure in Mexico's silver mining industry died this morning at his home on Old Church road after a recent illness from a paralysis five years ago He is survived by his wife and three sons Christopher Jr George and Whitney all in Greenwich A brother George Greer of RR 2 Kingston also survives Funeral service will be held at his late home Wednesday morning with J T Wenshaw of Rye N Y officiating Interment will be in Woodlawn cemetery New York
George H. Mile a longtime Greenwich resident and former member of the boroughs board of burgesses and highway supervisor died at his Clapboard Ridge home. A retired farmer, he served as church deacon and helped fund building efforts for Second Congregational Church. Survived by a single son Winfield Scott Mills.
In New Canaan a cow named Tanaan Viau 2 Oy Berns has work toward earning a Register of Merit. The effort involves standard tests and measurements, including feed and milk production benchmarks, to qualify for the designation.
A city board denied a petition to remove a tree near a station, stating the action would violate zoning laws. The ruling cited undisclosed grounds and noted the party sought the removal for unspecified purposes, keeping the area protected.
Meriden December report states H. Wales Lines showed brief improvement, growing stronger in the morning as he dictated letters to a pathographer, but later lapsed back into a postoperative state. The Rt. Rev. Edwin S. Thunes, bishop of Newark, visited him today for a short while.
Stamford Der 21 1s8peen Eclectic physician Bernard I Kafka fined 309 and costs for practicing without license. John B Dillon defense argues statute unconstitutional for depriving licenses without hearing and vows to appeal to higher courts. prosecutor James Marr notes appeal allowed after revocation and practice continued until higher court ruling.
Military operation halted as hundreds of men moved equipment from Duncan to Kellyfeld amid urgent preparations. A concrete runway will provide a smooth mile long approach, with amphibians moved forward for wiring and farewell ceremonies led by Major General WLOD, Cennie, and General Mason M. Patrick. Bottles will be broken for christening at multiple sites including New York and San Antonio as planes prepare to fly to Vera Cruz.
James di DuMars, a 79 year old retired stationer, died at his home in Stamford yesterday. His body was sent to Trilntra, NL for funeral services. He was engaged in printing and has a son Henry BR Duvars and a daughter, Mes Mavlan Komass of Port Chester, NY.
Greenwich Water company faces New York Hartford Railroad in Superior Court before Judge John W Banks over a dam on the Mianus River at Cos Cob The case, filed July 28, seeks a permanent injunction and challenges a February 1926 Public Utilities Commission ruling granting the dam permit The dispute risks delaying the borough of Greenwich water supply project and involves appeals for damages and aggregation of costs
Hartford Dec 20 CAT Union Fabric company of Derby to issue 3900 percent stock dividend by capitalizing part of its assets. Capital stock raises from 9000 to 360000 with 14400 shares of 25 each. Each shareholder gains 39 extra shares, boosting total par to 1000 for those holding four shares. Company makes corset wire and radio parts.
The House approves a one cent postage plan aiming to restore the vest stamp and speed up mail handling. Proposed by Representative Greist, the postal committee negotiates with the Senate and includes provisions for business reply cards prepaid up to two cents upon return.
The New Meigs Boys Club held a weekly meeting in Mex Stora to install officers and approve a constitution. Officers included President Albert Halpins, Vice-President Henry Kevte, and Secretary Louis Lonavin with TF Spira and Mo Alexander among governors. An athletic committee led by B. Joams Danever and others planned activities, with Richard Pieper sponsoring and a morale plank for new members announced.
American Legion members from Bridgeport Wallfield Westport Norwalk Ridgefield and Greenwich hosted a Christmas entertainment at Levon roomy Quintard building Stamford for local children. Gifts were distributed among attendees and Legion families joined the celebration.
Washington AP A vote on the Rivers and Harbors bill for 60 000 600 was delayed as Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Jones remanded the measure after a day of debate on purchasing Cape Cod canal. Senators face a one hour limit plus 30 minutes per amendment. tomorrow limits drop to 15 minutes per senator.
New Haven December 20 AP BirdoTL C Clarke president of the bankrupt R H G Clarke and Company brokers with partners Jackson Ker ang and Robert C Cease were bound over to the Superior court in May by Judge Sheridan Whitaker Citycourt Carl T Clarke president's brother was ill and will be tried later I H Co Clarke pled guilty to forgery bound over on 2 bonds Kerans bond 2 Cease 3000 both pled not guilty Kerans testified denying knowledge of detaliations Clarke described buying a bogus seal in New York used on Marlin Fire Arms lands Cease did not testify married father of five children from Meriden
Paris reports that Prince Carol may return to Roumania to reclaim the throne Ferdinand, weary of ruling duties, seeks a secret conference in Bucharest to confirm Carol’s succession. Carol reportedly plans divorce and possibly exile to allow his return before any new democratic government forms.
New York December 13 Dolls wardrobes now cost more while dolls themselves are simpler and cheaper. Clerks report modern toys demand fine materials and detailed work, with outfits including bonnets, coats, bibs, and tiny nursery gear reflecting shop trends.
Richard Strauss agreed to conduct 20 performances each season free of charge for two years as Vienna State Opera contract consideration. In return the City Council guarantees him property-related rights, implying he may become owner of the Belvedere Palace brewery villa park estate after five years.
Bowdoin College President Kenneth C. Sils expresses hearty accord with a plan for an international war debts conference. He cites Columbia University professors and urges a round-table meeting with delegates from major nations to reopen settlements and reduce misunderstanding between Europe and the United States.
In Darien at 2 30am three boys ages thirteen led Stamford police to a hut in Springdale woods where money and goods were found. The youths are held for stealing from Joseph Faber monument dealer and cemetery supervisor. They matched a shoe imprint to one suspect and named the others. They were turned over to Darien police for disposition.
Foreigners are barred from the Old Port district of Marseilles amid crackdowns by reformist groups and police. Tour buses steer away as pedestrians describe a labyrinth of dark streets patrolled by pairs of guards. Officers warn visitors to avoid the area, especially when well dressed or with women, while noting historic tension and lower fatalities than a generation ago.
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