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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1924
Page
18
The Wing bank, holding over one million in resources, was closed today by Stuart Rusger, the state examiner. The action followed a shrinkage in assets attributed to drons in foreign exchange.
The program highlights a black revue with Ruth Osborn and Michale Gibbons plus vaudeville acts by Blossom Sisters and Tarzan Ag. A colored portion features Julian Arthur's syncopators and Rewbeu Brown. Jiggle Mahoney's adventures in Bringing Up Father head the bill with two acts and five scenes of comic mischief.
Railroad police arrested Philp Luge of 161 Spring Street after he allegedly attempted to ride a 41 ahead tram using a commutation book issued to another person. He was released on $70 bond as the case moves forward.
The State Bank of Brookings was closed by order of its board of directors and turned over to the State Banking Department. The institution, capitalized at 166000, held deposits totaling 1,?00,000.
A fragment notes the rhinoceros as one of the most formidable and pugnacious beasts. It highlights its size brute power and aggressive demeanor as a key characteristic.
Advocate outlines a Bridgeport coast artillery regiment with Connecticut national guard backing. Proposes industrial donors fund maps for the unit and two weeks of camping on full pay to reduce drill absenteeism. Describes defense aims for Long Island entrance and national impact while urging chamber of commerce support.
General Mersey told Chamber of Commerce members that anti aircraft guns provide sufficient defense while gas warfare is not yet a feasible threat. He dismissed Professor Tisher’s claim that New York could be suffocated by gas, calling it exaggerated. Architect Orthrop Was questioned. Darmel M Jones, VP of DM Head Co, announced support for a coast artillery regiment with full pay for workers during two weeks of camp and a two week vacation at full pay.
A governor asserts executive authority over cabinet members and vows to act with justice. He emphasizes responsibility to the people, refusal to sacrifice innocents, and determination to protect the public interest while awaiting advised action.
National League data show 84462 of 455000 German Jews served in the German Army in World War I. About 10060 were volunteers. Seventy five percent served at the front, twelve percent were killed, five percent were decorated, seventy three percent were promoted, and twenty four percent became officers.
Advertisement claims internal medicine provides quick permanent relief from piles via a remedy named HEW-ROD. It cites Dr Leonhardt and a 98 percent success in 100 cases, offering a two dollar money back guarantee and availability at Hindle or Leverty Drug Stores.
Many electrical executives and workers will attend the winter meeting of the Western New England Association of Electrical Inspectors in Springfield. The event brings together officials from regional electrical jurisdictions for discussions and updates on codes and safety practices.
A gathering is planned in the Mahogany Room of the Springfield Massachusetts Municipal Building on February 1 at 1 00 a m. Local men from General Electric and other electrical outfits are expected to participate in the event.
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