Burglar Fled as Thayer Firearms Escalate Westport Raid
John Adams Thayer, former owner of Everybody's Magazine, fired six shots at a burglar in his Westport home on the Post road and Sylvan avenue. The intruder dropped 20 feet to the ground after returning fire, believed linked to a wave of thefts in Westport and Norwalk. Police and State officer Frank VeVett investigate as Thayer's home faces another attempted break-in.
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Westport
Dee
John Adams Thayer
Everybody’s Magazine
Smart Set
Thayer
Norwalk
Post Road
Sylvan Avenue
Nce
Iune
Atant
Porte Cochere
Driver Reports Attempted Highway Robbery
A truck driver on Ne Pos road near Tholelords reported three men attempted to hold him up as he loaded at Packies. He fled toward Bridgeport, was fired upon, and the men allegedly pursued him before continuing. State police of Westport investigated and found no injuries.
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Pallee
Jemaad
Active eruption reported at Dee Lassen Peak in California
In Westwood California residents reported Dee Lassen Peak in the continental United States began an eruption of smoke and dust at 4 30 this afternoon. The eruption originates about 2000 feet from the last crater and is the largest eruption since 1915, located east of the peak’s highest point.
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Westwood
Cal
Dee
Lassen
United States
Germany Seeks Free Hand If Admitted To League
Berlin sends note to League proposing Germany join with freedom to decide its active role in each conflict. The note argues for an exceptional position due to disarmament but denies seeking special privileges. League response signals protracted talks and possible delay in admission.
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Germany
Geneva
League
Berlin
Gustav Stresemaan
Countie
Seventeen Men Fined in Gambling Charge
Seventeen men were fined on gambling charges with penalties ranging from 28 dollars to 3 dollars and costs. Several defendants received jail or probation terms, while others had fines suspended. Names include Thurnson, Milton Bane, and Hilmar Ane Kohh, among others, with multiple individuals cited for participation at the gambling location.
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Hbotigetown
Lt Telegram Servis
Peelbee
Sergaus
Omer
PMS Fk Mente
Crk
Milton Bane
Pele
Whiley Fenny
Danver Nselsen
Hilmar Ane
Winne
Costa
Phillip Boue
Er Vivorge Anderson
Harry Rere
Wiliam Werder
Wiliam Stoss
William
Harry Bariet
Hay
Levy Bound Over Faces Court On Two Charges
Westport judge transfers case to higher court as Jacob Levy of Westport and associates face breach of peace and rum running charges. Prosecutors allege withheld evidence to avoid derailing broader arrests. Trial likely soon with State's Attorney and defense counsel present.
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Jacop Levy
Tempe Jun
Westport
Sec
Femulygram Service
Jean FF. Godiflot
Jacob Levy
Henry J. Snyder
Golden Hlll Street
Bridgeport
James J. McAvoy
Horace Street
Ansonia
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David Bernman
Saugatuck
Thomas J. Lord
Golden Hill Street
Lews Thorpe
Beechwood Avenue
Atoday
Edward B. Bradley
Lawrence Finklestone
Lord
Henry Green- Bridgeport
Wu Snyder
McAvoy
Grstein
Lord and Thorpe
Holtvemnan Howard Baker
Westport Demertment
Baker
Ataflon
Silver
Tot Killed by Car After Visit to Santa Claus
The article reports a fatal pedestrian accident after a child visited Santa Claus. It notes the event occurred near Washington Avenue and Congres Ave, detailing street names and surrounding locations while naming several local figures and property interests.
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Tot
Santa Claus
Nervous Guard Guards $2.7 Million Gold Shipboard
On the Steamship Southern Cross guarding a $2.7 million gold consignment, Clifford Shepherd Jr. fired two shots during quarantine distress. He wounded himself and a shipmate, and the pair were protected in a steel cage as officers investigated the incident and the gold was moved to a secured armored van for transit to banks in New York.
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Hoboken
N. J
Clifford Shepherd, Jr
Southern Cross
Pan-American Line
Bt. Mary's Hospital
Shepherd
Weer
James W. Fleming
South American
U.S. Aircrafts Small in Numbers Yet Superior in Size
Washington reports that U S air services lead in material design and efficiency though Navy planes numbered 840 total with only 224 usable under sea conditions. Admiral Moffett says American developments include afloat aircraft, catapult landings, and shipborne bombers. Secretary Wilbur notes planes complement ships, not replace them. Both oppose a unified air service and warn static bases limit wartime reach.
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Washington
Wilbur
Moffett
Bureau of Aeronautics
Special House
Admiral Moffett
United States
Department
Thas
Wibus
Moffitt
Fewer Appeals In Liquor Violations Kept Low
County Criminal Court term shows stricter penalties for liquor law violators. Judge Oxford backs city and town authorities, with four cases sent to jail or fined heavily. Total fines and costs reach $840.41. overall term fines and costs about $1,000. Four cases tried, eight nolles, one jury verdict of guilty.
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Deventer
Just
Frederice W Oxford
Rium
Lorem 4 Wibis
Bridgeport
Santa
Common Pleas Court
Hristman Imy
Stavatsky
Bennet
Veterans’ Estates
Trisko Boy
Escher
Havens Il
Fire Department
Obs
Ashington
Havens III School Board Meeting Delayed
A school board session for Havens III was postponed from yesterday afternoon to a later date due to the illness of President Ilmer Ay Mavens. The agenda included teacher plans and high school issues, with expected discussion on curriculum and budget items.
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Hoa
Kanestion
Sadie Laewith
Ray Ehers
Ilmer Ay Mavens
Tr Net
Pustpanad Furttins -Cacher
Pisna
Woman Injured After Fall Blames Hunger
A woman, reportedly aged, fell and was injured near Wheeler's Fountain at 11 Fairfield Avenue. Police suspect hunger as a factor and she was taken to Emergency Hospital for treatment.
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Hidear
Wheeler
Dhe
Devia
Vincent
Uvenur
Stamford Council Votes In Favor Of Sunday Movies
Stamford authority backs Sunday motion picture showings after a public vote. Councilman Edward Denning led a committee to gauge Stamford residents sentiment, despite prior vetoes by Mayor Phillips and clergy opposition. Mayor was absent due to an alleged New York trip.
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Stamford Council
Ptamford
Common Council
Stamford
Edward Denning
A. XN. Phillips, Jr
Hasmond — Flackett
New York
Phillips
Michael O'Hara
Coariea Fuinas
Los Angeles to Visit New York On Christmas Eve
The naval dirigible Los Angeles formerly the ZH 3 will fly over New York City on Christmas Eve. Commander H Klein Jr directed to sail the ship from Lakehurst after sunset. The air ship plans a brief flight over Manhattan with a broadcast by Secretary of the Navy Wilbur.
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Los Angeles
Wll
New York City
Metropolis
H. Klein, Jr
Naval Air Star
Hey
Manhattan
Secretary of Navy
Wilbur Wit
Lakehurst
New York
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Herald Angels
Dielo
High School Students Aid Needy Families in Christmas Drive
Bridgeport students organize annual Christmas assembly to collect and donate clothing toys and meals to poor city children and families. Principal and staff coordinate drive with volunteers and plans for distribution by the Salvation Army.
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Randorts
Bridgeport
Beitgeport Lehaniel
Arhony
Live Poultry Prices Surge Amid Embargo Talk
Dealers warn that an embargo on live chickens in the Middle West could boost prices to as high as 60 cents per pound. Health officials say they cannot control poultry prices, while critics accuse traders of profiteering during the embargo debate.
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Middle West
Frank Monahan
Heart
Bardotetx
Uiiy Commission
Inter
Bastie
Rubi
Paes
New York
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General Electro Sara
Chicago
Tocera
Thane Wits
Two Probes Ordered in Death of Air Mail Pilot
In OMAREA Nebraska investigators ordered two probes into the death of air mail pilot Clarence Gitert who perished in a storm near Kanetie Mason. Superintendant Egee announced an expert panel would be named soon to lead the inquiry and keep post office affairs neutral.
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Fee
Ile Post Otharineny
Tee Os Bese
Dowd
Air Mail
Clarence Gitert
Tida
Kanetie
Egee
Lariat Debut Sparks Recall of Mexico Trip in Rogers Column
Fragmentary notes recount Samuel Geanipers wax gain from Mexico and a post about Gompera before his death. Will Stoo shares ambling reminiscence of the great Jeates and his diverting column on oes and comment.
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Mexico
Wwe
Rogers
Gompera
Will Stoo
Bebor
Pope Piux XT Confined by Flu Illness Says Vatican
Dec 12 Rome reports Pope Piux XT is suffering a slight influenza attack. Tila Fiolinesa is not in serious condition, according to papal physicians, but the pope remains confined to his bed.
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Piug XT
Tila Fiolinesa
Bridgeport News Briefs Highlight Local Issues
Bridgeport reports a perfect month with no automobile fatalities and notes on city staff, legal notices, church mass plans, and an accidental shooting death. The paper lists ongoing court cases, politics, and public notices across cities including Fairfield, Stamford, and New York.
Manufacturers Fight Motor Bus Entry in Waterbury Hartford Route
New Haven Railroad general manager C L Bardo told the Public Utilities Commission that motor bus lines threaten existing franchises and urged protection for rail lines. He cited abandoned rail mileage and warned expanded motor service could endanger the rail system’s investments and regional transit stability.
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C. L. Bardo
New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company
Public Utilities
Capitol
Waterbury
Hartford
Haven
Generel
Berdo
Dan Heeven
New Haven Road
Ty & Pulse
Mr. O
Highway Service
Eperstora
Aroblem
Ira
Woolworth Building Fire Draws Broadway Crowd
Fire at the Woolworth Building on Broadway draws thousands of New York workers to the street as smoke pours from the upper floors. Fire engines and ladder trucks respond while elevator operators direct crowds to ground level amid confusion and concern. Investigators believe a freight elevator shaft fire on the eighth floor started from a shorted circuit.
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New York
Woolworth
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