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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1926

Page

11

Teeth knocked out in accident case against Columbia Phonograph

John Codit of Willam Street sought compensation after two teeth were knocked out by an electric crane during duty at the Columbia Phonograph company. The Compensation Commissioner ruled there was no causal link between the injury and the present incapacity, awarding $60 for two worn teeth and noting the claimant left work after a short three day period.

John Codit Willam Street GT. Baehinesam Vesterda Ha Laren Orborn Street Columbia Phonograph Company Buckinhham Corll Elst Columbi Phansgraph Company Volun

Chicago police acquire new machine rifles

Chicago police receive a shipment of machine rifles to bolster their arsenal amid concerns over public order. The exact model and delivery date are not clearly stated in the fragmented report, but officials emphasize the upgrade as part of ongoing law enforcement preparedness.

Christmas Party Set for Evening at People's Presbyterian

The churchs annual Christmas party and Sunday school program will be held this evening with a tree Santa Claus and refreshments for all. The Sunday school carol service was postponed to noon Sunday due to yesterday's storm.

People's Presbyterian Church Santa Claus Newtell Methodist Behurch Central Watford Avenues Tre Ued Childre

Pilot captain dies of pneumonia after capsized boat

John Hohweder captain of the motor launch Linseed King, in which Spamen were drowned and 25 missing when it capsized in the Hudson river, was taken from his home to North Hudson hospital Weehawken. He is reported to have pneumonia.

Swasey City N. T John Hohweder North Hudson Hospital Weehawken

Holiday notes mix with shopping and travel plans

A fragmented letter or column blends holiday party planning with travel, shopping, and home life. References span Broad and Cannon streets, a West Indies trip, window curtains, New York hotels, and local developers. The piece weaves personal notes, family notes, and commerce in a busy, midcentury metropolitan tone.

Social grid of dances festivities and engagements at Bridgeport venues

Hostess Miss Siemon and relatives host a Brooklawn Country Club dance. Union and city groups plan Christmas trees, luncheons, and weddings with engagements for Ethel Jane, Arthur Meyer, Martha Tropwood, and Florence Bedient. Elmira College alumni gather for holiday talks. American Legion Auxiliary meets with officer elections. numerous social events, dinners, and church activities fill Stratford, Norwalk, and Bridgeport locales.

College Alumnae Dance Tomorrow at Stratfield

Announcement by Miss Mary Devitt details an alumnae dance hosted by Lividgeport alumnae and College of New Tuehotel at the Stratfield tomorrow evening. Patrons include Mr and Mrs Joseph Savard, Mrs John Leonard, Mr Enen Force, and many local families from Danbury New Milford Fairfield and Ansonia with sponsors and guests listed.

Thomas Dunn Thomas N. Devitt Richard Daly James FP. Keane John W. Bra John Hamilton Thomas PF. Walsh Stephen D. Haran William J. Ryan Patrick Mee- Dee James Conlin Joseph Bland John Conway J. Teo Redgate Archibald Laverty Owen Teolan Harry J. Katt Joseph Myers Richard Mur Ty Thomas A. Arnold Vatrick J. McGuire Agent. McNamara Murphy Dennis Scancil John Tinoussy Andrew Duka Bena Radel M. A. Walker Danbury T. Youngs New Milford Joseph Ciglar Fairfield Margaret Stewart Derby John Mead Ansonia John McNamara Hugh Lavery Francis Fayer Devon

Ruth Harris Ginsberg Weds Murray Caplan in December

Mr and Mrs Harris Ginsberg of New Haven announce the marriage of their daughter Ruth to Murray Caplan son of Mr and Mrs A N Caplan of Park Avenue which took place on December 21.

William J. Peet Madigan Avenue Ethel Jane Arthur F. Meyer Josephine Bethent Ezra Street Florence Bedient Edward O'Connor Anson Calvany Pat Church William W. Hay Harris Ginsberg New Haven Ruth Murray Caplan A. N. Caplan Park Avenue Mace

Christmas party for Stratford children brightens holiday

About 600 children from Stratford and nearby areas gathered Sunday afternoon at Mall Mata Street for a Catholic Knights of Columbus Christmas celebration. A tree and gifts were shared with the children while Virginia Lyons read Christmas verses and Dorothy led holiday songs. The event, organized by local Knights, featured a Christmas atmosphere and prayers, with parish members and many helpers assisting in the distribution of gifts.

Columbus Stratfunt Lyons Lohdell Spherda Wateh Chel McQuittan Mise Winifred Sartell Mes Wiliam Karmer Evan Knight Davie Svonner John Thytee John Toons John McQuillan Witton Karmer Thoms Tiegius Weim Ryan Toseph Bannister

Mystery nativity play at Trinity church tonight

A devout nativity play will be presented tonight at 4 o clock in Trinity church Washington avenue and Courtland street. Father McKinley and Miss Jain Morrill arranged the program for parish use. Members of the Young People and church school will perform with Miss Amy Andret as the Ble et Virgin and a cast including Joseph Christopher Andrews Simeon Henry Jones Three Kings Curtis Thompson Maskell Lewis.

Curtis Thompson Maskell Lewis

Christmas Party and Tree at Parish House

Milton Macauley and Nelson Chowenhill lead the shepherds and attendants with Foster Eberhart as page. Music by organist Elmer Joyce and the choir master, followed by the annual parish children’s Christmas party and tree in the parish house.

Milton Macauley Shepherds Nelson Chowenhill Foster Eberhart Elmer Joyce

Elks Prepare for New Year's Party in Bridgeport

Bridgeport lodge No. 36 Elks plan the largest New Year’s Eve event yet a dinner dance with James Stapleton and band providing music. Members have arranged reservations and the clubhouse will be decorated and favors distributed for the celebration.

Bridgeport Lodge Trenevolent Protective Order Elks James Stapleton

Firemen Scale 60 Foot Wall to Fight Blaze

Stamford firemen scaled an ice covered sixty foot wall at the coal office of M Fleming and Son in the Waterside section to extinguish a blaze starting in an oil soaked pile in the boiler room where a crane is located. Damage estimated at 25 dollars.

Stamford M. Fleming and Son

Library Story Hours Schedule Across Branches

Vacation story hours for boys and girls are set this week at Public Hbrarna branches. Central library hosts Children’s Room Wednesday at 2 30 p m. Black Rock Tuesday 10 30 a m and Friday 4 0 p m. South Branch Tuesday 10 30 a m Wednesday 2 30 p m Thursday 10 30 a m and 2 30 p m. East Side Tuesday 10 30 a m Wednesday 10 30 a m Sanborn Tuesday 2 30 p m Thursday 2 30 p m North End Wednesday 10 a m Friday 10 a m Newfield Thursday 3 0 p m.

Hbrarna Fallow Central Brary Black Rock South Branch East Side Sanborn North End Newfield

Parole Violation Arrest of Annie Hallenback

Annie Hallenback forty three a former inmate of the state farm for women was arrested yesterday on request of farm officials. She was found living at 139 High street and charged with violating her parole from the institution.

Annie Hallenback State Farm For Women High Street

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