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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1925
Page
4
Washington Feb 9 The Senate Foreign Relations Committee favorably reported an old treaty with Roumania It would exclude from extradition individuals wanted for capital crimes The Roumanian government refused to consent to a provision for returning those who might be executed here because it does not sanction the death penalty.
The Crane Company, among others, filed appeals citing large valuation increases for 1924 and 1923 figures. Hearings before the Reef board set for February 16. Appeals total nearly 125 with requests to reduce assessments by about two million dollars.
A proposed 1810 consolidation of Norwalk courts was deferred pending critical needs. Legislation continues to seek a central site for the new court, with changes to district alignment and administration under consideration.
A fragmentary report describes a Presbyterian assembly debate with Dr Clavenne Fad ward MacUthy of Philadelphia urging preservation of doctrinal stance. The text references Yale, Princeton, and seminary alumni, highlighting tensions in religious doctrine and church authority.
In a Hartford Knights of Columbus hall address, Bishop John G Murray speaks of Europe as a channel of civilization and growth. He recounts visits to Ireland France Amsterdam Switzerland and Rome, praising the order’s work with children and its ties to the Holy See, and notes plans to expand local programs for youth.
The Seventh Day Adventist General Conference announces opposition to Blue Sunday laws proposed by the Lords Day Alliance. It cites plans to close nonchurch avenues on Sundays and urges action across federal, state, and local levels with new restrictions on sports, amusements, and business.
Norwalk police court records show several residents fined for intoxication and breach of the peace. Defendants Kenny Riteman, George Select, and others faced penalties ranging from seven to ten dollars on first charges plus additional fines for offenses at the city house.
Jury selection in the Stokes slander case began with thirty potential jurors questioned in New York. W E Stokes and associates face conspiracy to defame charges regarding Helen Elwood Stokes of Denver. One prospective witness was identified as material by the state while seven were kept in the panel for later challenges. Stokes is not expected to attend until opening statements start.
New York Feb 9 Mark L Gilbert skipper of the Homestead and former Globe Steamship president was held in 50000 bail as a fugitive from justice. Flo and his crew of 24 were captured after a six hour battle with revenue cutters off Montauk Point last Friday night. The Homestead ships hull was shot away and engines crippled.
George W Banks of Greenfield Hill dies at 86 in Springfield Massachusetts after pneumonia illness. He is father of Judge John W Banks and brother of Dwight Banks and Mrs Henry Banks. Survived by nieces and nephews in Bridgeport Greenfield and Bridgeport. born Greenfield and educated at Yale theological seminary. long-time Milford Congregational church preacher.
A meeting in a building on Wain and Golden Streets discussed changes to the local telephone system. The session arose after frequent phone interruptions disrupted important messages and involved the telephone company rather than the building’s owners.
The P T Association hosts a Founders Day program on February Wednesday with a birthday party and candle lighting service. Refreshments will be served, a large birthday centerpiece decorates the table, and Gertude Camis organizes the social hour for the benefit of the father. Angus P Thorne Supt of Chantics will be the speaker.
A fragmentary report notes a leading dog in a team associated with Gunna dnasson, described as a hero of a final run. It mentions an epidemic, cold conditions, and dogs from the Yukon and Alaska, with mixed details about fatalities and injuries among the dogs. The text is unclear and partially garbled.
A dog team traveling from Nenana toward Nome covers about 440 miles north of Anchorage. Reported today the team is on pace for a record crossing, with expert notes predicting faster speed and large serum supplies aiding the dogs during the voyage.
Four men were arrested yesterday in a city campaign to round up drunkards and beggars on the streets. Thomas J Griffin of 235 Warrier Street provided an address. others were Charles Price, John J Sullivan, and John H Miller. All will be tried in City Court this morning.
Robert Barrows defeated staff for president a year ago and is set to be elected head of the Fifth District Republican Club tonight. He runs unopposed by Sheriff Maloney, who last month backed Barrows’ candidacy. A new treasurer is expected, with Pride a potential choice if Ham Haff attends. The club has grown financially under Maloney, with a near $1,000 trust fund for a new clubhouse and over $100 in the treasury, despite prior deficits.
The fourth annual convention of the State Council of the National Federation of Postal Clerks will be held February 23 at the Sichtied hotel. The meeting starts about 2 oclock with open house at the Knights of Pythias hall for visiting delegates. A reception and dancing follow. Hosts include postmaster A. Conn, Joseph Cranker, 1 To Limwson, Shoppee, William Grasesse, Jamie Smith, and local post office staff. Officials, committees, and refreshments are listed with chairs such as BG Cinfeld and DeRouchm.
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