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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1926
Page
15
Bridgeport leaders and police, judges, teachers, and citizens plead for a citywide Merry Christmas. Officials cite jobs, safety, education, recreation, and charitable acts to bring joy, calm, and shared gives across Bridgeport this season.
Buttler and her companion were in a trolley collision after motorman George Tamant stopped the car upon spotting an approaching automobile. The girl was removed to St Vincent's Hospital after extrication, with Buttler’s body later moved to a nearby house before transport to the morgue.
In a long running tradition since 1919 about 3,000 workers from AT&T Western Union and Western Electric gathered in a Telephone Building lobby for a 20 minute Christmas service. Salvation Army distributed five thousand care bags as crowds thronged transport hubs and gifts filled the day. A light drizzle began and rain was forecast as city crowds dispersed to visit relatives.
Reports state Emperor Yoshihito died and Crown Prince Hirohito will be proclaimed as the new emperor with a formal audience. The accession triggers a mourning period, state rites, and possible political changes as Premier Wakatouki's plans for the Diet remain uncertain. Public sentiment and economic impact are noted.
Carol plans to return to Romania amid Romanian observers noting many Romanians in Bucharest and the Crown Prince Michael reaching eighteen. The question of government now hinges on whether Carol can secure the National Peasants party into power as observers debate Romania's political future.
A garbled 1927 era passage cites Dr Wilton Hunt and a wish for unity among Bridgeport residents. The text hints at cross group friendship and communal good will despite unclear context or complete sentences.
The Bridgeport Fest editor thanks readers and especially those who aided the Empty Stocking campaign to help poor children this Christmas. Toys candles and presents were packed for about 200 children and delivered by Postreaders volunteers with local merchants contributing generously.
Obituaries from Bridgeport report Jenny Brown Wehrle dies at 45 at St Vincent's Hospital. Edith Bowns, eight, dies at Bridgeport Hospital. Louise Stratfoxy dies after pneumonia. Amelia Anderson dies at 20. funeral from 88 Main Street and Danish Lutheran church. Marguerite Lalley, eight, dies at home. services held. John Scudder Griffith dies in Wallingford. funeral Monday at 2 PM. Frances Ely dies in New York. burial in Mountain Grove. Sherwood Brinsmade, 73, dies after illness. funeral at home with burial in Brinsmade Cemetery. Paul F. Zekdier of 1611 East Main Street dies after lingering illness. burial in Lakeview Cemetery. Henrietta Kandetzke dies at 88 Cutford Street. funeral at Park Cemetery. survived by several sons.
Mrs Mary Decker Bedell wife of William Ter dh honored at funeral conducted by Rev Harold Clemans pastor of Bummerflell MB church. Service followed by body shipment to Brooklyn for burial in Evergreen cemetery.
Patrol officer Harold Beardsworth, 46, of Livingston Avenue, was hospitalized after his motorcycle skidded on Sylvan Avenue and toppled him. Doctors at St Vincent’s Hospital diagnosed a bad sprain of the left leg and he was moved to the hospital for treatment.
Burglars entered the Hatheway Manufacturing president William B. Hatheway’s residence at 126 Parl Avenue on Thursday night through a porch window. Detectives Holbrook and Washburn found the curtains drawn and learned the family was away at Dalton. No thefts were confirmed as of yesterday.
The American minister and officials congratulated President Diaz on his escape. He said liberals inspired the attack to remove a constitutional president. Guards surround his residence and the American legation to prevent further danger. Families flee to Managua. some Nicaraguans seek asylum in the United States. American forces protect interests at Puerto Cabezas and Rio Grande. Sailors oversee two towns as liberal forces held Puerto Cabezas for five months.
A mother of six, detained for stealing parcels from parked cars to give to boys, was released at police headquarters when the complainant declined to press charges and authorities chose not to pursue the case further, citing Christmas spirit. The auto owner who was allegedly victimized did not press charges.
A disrupted report claims youths from Atttegn and altera were taken into custody by federal men after money was stolen from the postal service. Authorities at Pat Headquar ters denied any arrest related to the incident and stated no official record supported the tale.
The Motor Vehicle department at 826 State Street will open at 8 a m each Monday and continue on morning openings until further notice. The office closes at 6 p m daily except Friday when it closes at 4 30 p m.
A woman died as a street collision occurred with no warning. John Bem ment of 287 Hamilton Street was injured after being struck by Maurice Rome of 620 Newfield Avenue. Motor officer John Cullen narrowly escaped injury when his motorcycle was struck by Ray Beardsley of Sandy Hook who faced reckless driving and license charges. An ambulance team reported multiple accidents and injuries including Antoinette Scripponi, age ten, of 173 Grand Street, who suffered a fractured leg and was taken to St Vincent's Hospital. Westport roads were treacherous with the state police coordinating with the Highway Department as more than seventy five cars stalled on steep grades.
An engineer facing blame for a wreck near Rockmart Georgia was identified along with his fireman IR Moss who died. The crash halted traffic as two Interstate Commerce Commission inspectors began inquiry. The double tragedy involved the Ponce De Leon dining car wreck and a rescue amid rain, with many victims reported and several injured later expected to recover.
A heated match yesterday touched off a small fire in a garage on Od Williston Street. Tony PeVearing of 329 Bun nell Street lit gasoline, causing a brief blaze at the garage owned by Sige aid Baker. Firefighters from Box 64 extinguished the flames before they spread.
Santa Claus visited police headquarters yesterday afternoon for a Christmas party attended by court attaches. Probation Officer Joseph McConnell played Santa and gave gifts to workers. Mayor F William Behrens and city court judges joined the affair, which inaugurates this year.
The article describes Christmas celebrations at the White House with Rebecca the raccoon becoming a family fixture. It notes a near all-day exodus of cabinet members and leaders, with offices closing for the weekend except for Postmaster General New. clemency orders release 62 sailors and marines and 10 soldiers from military and Federal prisons ahead of Christmas.
The article argues every family should set a formal budget for a boy, detailing his share of income, and balancing it against food clothing and shelter. It notes variability by family size and stresses practical clothes, fair allowances, and planned spending on entertainment books and gear. It mentions stores offering yearly clothing budgets and wear spans into the next year.
The jury verdict declares McDermott guilty of the Mellet murder after a two week trial. Defense urged appeals options while prosecutors hailed the conviction as justice. Sentencing delayed until after Christmas. co defendants Rudner and Mazer face February trial. The widow Mrs Mellet and her children sat through testimony as emotions ran high in the courtroom.
A large gathering of 2 200 children fills the venue to see Santa Claus. Special committees and district officials oversee entertainment, decoration, transportation, publicity, and purchasing. Notable names include J A Ketcham, W H Sidee, B J O’Connor, Katherine Bishop, and T W Hungerford.
Exchange Club members honored Frank D. Buttler, executive at Howland Dry Goods, in a silent luncheon following his death. Buttler, a founder tie cu, was among the last ten to sign Bridgeport charter. club sent toys to the Nation Army for distribution.
The Harry W Coryden peat rean lesson held its anndel Christmas party for soldiers children at the American home yesterday afternoon between 3 and 1. More than one hundred children attended and received presents and refreshments. High school tellers entertained with stories and jokes. The party was arranged by Miss Sarah Grélat of the Welfare Board and Jay Smith, chairman of the arrangement committee.
Mortgage deeds show transfers from Marstret Dan to Cite Ru la fe and Loan association, Harry Uolistemn to George Cowell on East Main Street, Jillus Seoastven ty Stiquet Green baum on Ridge Avenue, Golda Magumiek to dunig Nussen feld on Vaptol Avenue, Elizabeth Doolan to Prank Buck Miller on Alpine Street, Samuel Bernstein to Philip Glass ner on Park Terrace, Quiz Clainy Deeds Mary Timho to John Thako on Pine Street, Paul Stowell in Loul on Lincoln EveTitie, Levy, realty.
Rubber prices closed steady in New York trading on January 2 as dealers traded around 38 80 a 50 x. The brief note records a firm stance amid light volume and no major price shifts.
The A C Nelson and Son firm announced closing business yesterday that each Notita employe received a $1000 insurance policy. The move was outlined as part of the firm’s new employee benefits program.
Shipping news notes arrivals and departures with routes between New York Port Au Prince Vigo and Queenstown Dev from New York to caledona and other ports. The entries include ships arriving Thursday and on Dec 24 and sailing from Vigo to New York and from Sordeaux to New York.
Hartford December 24 CAP A bill to eradicate bovine tuberculosis by testing and animal removal will be sought from the 1927 General Assembly. Proposed by the farmers association, it has the approval of James M Whittlesey, commissioner on domestic animal health.
Birth notices list Gilbert and Grace Wares at 2882 Fairfield avenue with a newborn, Stephen and Elanor Abonese at 1188 West State street with a daughter, Joseph and Julia Harris at 198 Wood avenue with a daughter, Owen and Enz on Franklin street with a son, plus Edward Lynch aged 29 of Broad street and Margaret Bassard man aged 25 of Broad street solemnizing marriage.
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