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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1923

Page

12

Shaw Seen as Likely Foreign Affairs Minister Choice

London reports that if the Labour party forms government the likely candidate for foreign affairs minister is Tom Shaw. A socialist since youth, Shaw rose from mill worker to trade unionist and wartime national services director for the West Midlands. He has led international labor delegations and served as secretary of the International Textile Workers union.

London Hbor Toi ‘Alian West Midland Mga International Shaw’ Nay Akeal Ruhr Shaw Friends Russia International Textile Workers Union

Wholesale prison release seen in lists at Dublin

Dublin dispatch notes a large release of prisoners between December 1 and Christmas, about 2,500 freed from as many as five thousand inmates, with 2,866 still detained on Christmas Day and five DalErsunn names held. Government plans no rial for these inmates, citing Public Safety Act provisions. Treasury Dept employs 17,749 in Washington and 42,000 elsewhere. New York has the largest share of payrolls totaling over $6.09 million.

Dublin Kree Cardinal Logue Dall Ejrsunn Amon de Valera Austin Stack Ernest O'Malley To Kilroy Tuard Melones Rial Qt Iy Public Safety Act Treasury Department Washington

Embezzler Leonard Malsney Faces 26000 Damage Suit

Leonard Malsney, 31, released from jail after three and a half months of a year sentence for embezzling Connecticut company funds, now faces a 26000 damage suit by the Bridgeport division employer. He had been jailed after it was shown he misappropriated nearly 10000 dollars entrusted for small claims payments.

Leonard Malsney Syenys Connecticut Company Matoney Bridgeport

Thieves Loot Farm, Garages, and Homes in Weekend Burglary

A weekend burglary spree left Adolph Zimaner’s coop short by five New Year dinners after thieves took chickens from 728 Pem broke er rest. Batteries were stolen from autos at 270 Broad Street and 92 Andley Street, owned by H Tt. Egby and Wit Hen Walsh. A $40 haul was taken from Mrs Charles Schwink’s East Main Street home. Other valuables were untouched. Police report multiple hiding places for money and continued inquiries.

Adolph Zimaner Broad Street Automobilea H. Tt. Egby Wit Hen Walsh- al Charles Schwink East Main Street

Linen pall over casket in Luxor tomb removed

In Luxor Egypt December 50 Associated Press reports Howard Carter and his workers removed the linen pall covering Tutankhamen's coffin. The fragile pall shows rosettes and gilded pieces as dismantling of the guarding grille begins, with sixteen sections to take apart tomorrow.

Luxor Egypt Preas Tutenkhamen Howard Carter

Reporter Flies to Brazil on Navy Plane Mission

George T. Bye, senior World editor, is assigned to fly to Brazil aboard a Navy chartered air cruiser for the Brazil Centennial Exposition in Rio de Janeiro. The voyage, intended to last three weeks, stretches to six months due to accidents and weather, with Bye reporting from the air amid a perilous sea search and a dramatic save of the crew and his typewriter after a crash off Cuba’s coast.

George T. Bye Wiliam Kt Beazall World K. Bye Eye Beazel Bracil Mr. Bye Wye Borcel Ty Do Janeiro Navy Department Bye Beyzel Bears Braxii Duepertante Sammaie Corfaed Davg Rose Curly Rio de Janeiro Walter Alnton Atlantic John Wilhuson J. Thomas Barrell the Paths Company Pinto Martins Brazil Cuba Hinton Ainic Denver Tna Pongacola Fla Rio de Janira Antilla Quha Denver Opain

Hearts A fire

Prudence Page, sb proluyt county xiv, awakens from an unhappy love affair with unretiabis. Virginia Date, a Wing o beauty, aims at Peter Armstrong, inventor, while Prun dance seeks Traymore and Miss Vauiart hosts. A theft in the woods reveals Mrs Vanatttarv initials, prompting Priderde to plead for clues.

Prudence Page Proluyt County xiv Boyt Traymore Andover Vualiart Winston ‘Owrrs Virginia Date Peter Armstrong Prundance Traymore Rds Mra Vanatttarv Priderde

Love and deception split by a threatened confession

In a tense room lit by a lantern Prudence confronts Virginia about a planned confession to Peter Armstrong. Virginia pleads to hide the truth as Prudence questions genuine love and self-sacrifice, hinting at past deceit and fear of ruin. The exchange pivots on what counts as true love and happiness.

Che Vanguiart Virginia Prudence Peter Armstrong Peter Privat Teara Pimente Virgin Dale Alasartorr Virginiaa Pater Lipan

Proposed New Railroad Leads Toward Monkey Land

An article outlines a proposed extension of the Kenya Colony railway into Uxenda toward Mombasa and the Nile region, arguing it would open vast, diverse geographies. It mentions Nairobi as a potential capital hub, notes Roosevelt’s interest in African rail expansion, and describes distant regions with plants, lakes, and wildlife, including Victoria Nile and Rift Valley areas.

Kenya Uni Uxenda Willdink Washington, D. C Deograhle Ats Turbo Qoastal Hinds Point Railraad Africa Roosevelt Hye National Geographic Nairobi

Minors in Poolroom Cause Owner's Arrest

Wye morain and two other boys aged 15 were found at a poolroom run by Amelia Vittory on Lindley Street. Police say the owner allowed minors to gamble and associate with sinister groups, leading to a raid by the Bureau of Investigation. Vittory held on $500 bond for alleged violation of the state law prohibiting minors from frequenting poolrooms.

Wye Morain Amelia Vittory Lindley Street Wargaunts Bur Beau Hyman State Inc

Pass Free Over Bridges Tomorrow Notice

Connecticut plans removal of the sea system for toll bridges. Many inquiries reach the State Highway Department about refunds for unused commuter books. Highway Commissioner John an Macdonald rules refunds unavailable due to no funding. Unused books after December 30 must be referred to the state comptroller or treasurer for potential redress through the General Assembly's claims committee.

Connecticuut State Highway Department Personne Hishway John An Macdonald Sonalder Highway Department General Assembly

Operation fatal to general staff chief dies after operation

Paris reports General Puat, chief of the French army general staff, died after an intestinal operation on Thursday. He had been slated for New Year honors and the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor. President Millerand and Marshal Petain visited the hospital and presented the insignia posthumously. Puat led French military advisers at the Washington armament conference.

Paris Bec Buat Zuat Wey

Last Budget Submissions to Reach City Auditor Tomorrow

City boards have not filed budgets for 1924 25 with City Auditor Bernard Keating. The Department of Public Works seeks 840000 including 200000 for permanent pavement and 60000 for repairs to bituminous pavement. Other items include 7000 for machinery repairs at garbage plant, 21000 for repairs to slaughterhouse equipment, 9000 for an infriging room at slaughterhouse, 20000 for asphalt plant. Park Board asks 20000 less than 1924 25. The budget totals 176675. Board of Contract and Supply requests 3200 for salaries and maintaining office in City Hall.

Bernard Keating Department of Public Works Park Board Board of Contract and Supply Mddea Oily Hall

Representative Bevis Demands Probe Into Scandal

Representative Bevis of Tennessee joined calls for a thorough Congressional investigation into a diplomatic scandal in Washington. He released correspondence with Internal Revenue Commissioner Blair about a regent attempt to seize $50,000 belonging to Dr W Sokolowski, secretary of the Polish association. Blair said Sokolowski was registered with the State Department as an accredited Polish representative, ensuring immunity, and that nothing in the diplomat's case justifies selling or distributing diplomatic quarters for beverage purposes. The Treasury is noted as the largest department handling civil personnel and funds.

Washington Bevis Tennessee Gothorough Internal Revenue Blair W. Sokolowski Bekelowski State Department

Gallant Penguin Involved In Aquarium Scandals Of 1923

A chaotic report from the New York Post recounts a penguin named Charlot at the Aquarium, a tale of intrigue, mistaken blame, and moulting feathers. The piece follows Charlot's mysterious past, the removal from his tank, and his current, benign antics with visitors as staff navigate rumor and fact.

Gallant Penguin Toric Aquarium Ripple Mrrle Eddy Marian Storm Maw York Post Mr. Ghaplins Plath Hue Ancelot Penglas Charlot Admere

Fountain of Youth Plan Through Vienna Ticket

A humorous note from Lustige Blatter mocks the idea of restoring youth with Dr Steinach. The speaker plans a trip to Vienna claiming youth restoration will make it affordable, returning on a child's ticket.

Vienna

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