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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1926
Page
5
A health official contends vast sums were used to promote poison rum, citing alleged spending patterns and questionable behavior. The account references police findings and public suspicion, noting unclear motives and potential misuses of funds during the period.
A Riviera farmer, M. Succbini, reports Henrietta the dog selects runt piglets to nurse and raises seven litters with a methodical, affectionate care. The kennel care improves runt health while the dog remains quarrelsome toward other pigs in neighboring kennels.
The bill would place gasoline station siting under local control in towns of 10 000 or more, except on state highways, with a new administrative framework if passage fails. It would remove current 10 000 plus limits and reduce traffic conflicts by standardizing approvals and safety standards amid past apathy from traffic authorities.
An advertisement warns that a persistent cough signals danger and promotes Creomulenn a creosote based emulsion described as soothing inflamed membranes and stopping germ growth. It claims relief for persistent coughs colds bronchial asthma and respiratory diseases with a money back guarantee if relief is not achieved when used as directed.
A late December report notes Germany leads a push toward international combinations among continental steel and related industries. Observers foresee semi trade cartels evolving into a broader European customs union as producers align across borders to improve postwar recovery.
Washington reports Army posts to be reconstructed or improved during the war effort. Plans outline fortification and facility updates, with design work, material lists, and oversight by War Department officials. Experts have been assigned for preparation, and eighteen posts are identified for upgrading this year.
Der 26. Cap arge SG proprietor of the frazette job print department died at his home here today after a short illness with pneumonia. He was seventy six years old.
The National Industrial Conference board and the Chamber of Commerce of the United States announce the members of the Business Men’s Commission on Agriculture led by Charles Nagel. The roster includes Nagel, Robert W. Bingham, F. M. Herr, J. G. Lonsdale, John Stuart, Alfred H. Swayne, Paul M. Warburg and others with Penn faculty advisor Frank D. Graham. The commission will hold hearings nationwide to study agricultural issues and propose policy recommendations.
The weighter Gaston of the New England Steamship Company sprang a leak last night and was beached off First Avenue College Point New York. Police said the freighter was not in serious danger and the incident was reported to New York police.
Western states rich in lignite may shift from coal imports to local fuel by a new carbonizing process. The Bureau of Mines says it has perfected briquetted char fuel from lignite, potentially meeting industrial demand and boosting western production. If applied, lignite deposits west of the Mississippi could supply their own energy needs.
Washington police conclude Mrs Gladya W Houck wife of Dr Knute Houck is dead or has killed herself after 12 days absent on Christmas Day. Dr Houck has admitted a quarrel and beating, was found in Horrrnell North Carolina, now under observation as police search the Potomac and countryside for the missing mother and her child.
Students at Linern school Stratfield held a Christmas program with old English and French carols lasting about 20 minutes after classes started. Younger and older grades gathered in separate corridors to sing, each room contributing a Christmas song. A Victrola recording of famous singers closed that portion before three afternoon assemblies.
Washington dispatch notes that four dishes have broken since 1818 as stewards report on White House kitchen economy. The set, used for state dinners, features a gold star band and United States seal, costing $60 daily and with eight dozen kept on hand for each group.
The annual Sunday school Christmas party at Second Baptist Church will be tonight at 7:30. Eight members of Mrs. Gerald Hall's class present a sketch titled Aunt Jemima's Christmas Party. A Christmas tree and gifts for all children will be on stage.
Washington Dee 20 Unsurpassed railroad efficiency during 1926 was claimed by the American Railway association in a statement. Freight loadings reached 260000 cars with a new weekly high of 1216492. The railroads spent 875000600 on improvements and carry over 450000000 to 1927. Taxes from railroads stood at 400000000, and net operating income for Class 1 railroads was 1250095000.
Major Morelle F Cross, 63, senior member of Cross and Beardsley decorators, died at St Rafael's hospital following surgery. Former commander of the New Haven Foot Guards, he was a 32nd degree Mason and member of several fraternal and patriotic organizations. Survived by widow, daughter and brother.
21 year old ex inmate describes abuse by Benjamin Purnell at the House of David cult. She recounts being drawn into Shiloh as a child, forced marriage, private chamber visits, and coercive purification rites. She says her mother remains loyal, and vows more revelations in next week’s installment.
Washington Dec 26 AP The commerce department said automobile fatalities in the 78 largest U S cities totalled 634 in the four weeks ending Dec 4. This compares with 676 for the same period in 1925.
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