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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1928
Page
22
Amid tense protests students barricaded entrances at a university in Budapest to oppose a government policy. The scene included chants and heightened security as demonstrators urged reform and safer campus access. Police presence was noted but no injuries reported.
Representative Schuyler Merritt of Stamford denounces the Senate and House for acting beyond constitutional powers in a proposed third term resolution. He praises Connecticut senators Hlum Bingham and Georg P Melein for voting against the measure while warning that such extraconstitutional acts distract from proper governance and constitutional duty.
Hartford Feb 13 By Associated Press Connecticut through its state board of education spent over 3000000 in the fiscal year ended June 30 1927 to aid public schools in 69 towns. Items include school facilities and apparatus 817370 libraries 14110 teachers meetings 55678 physical education 8734 special education 9153 vocational education 172004 for English classes 15851 Americanization 23419 and normal and trade schools costs. The Bridgeport school district led with 108427. List shows town allocations and aid for evening schools and high school transportation and tuition payments.
Colonel John Muigetts of the Salvation Army leads a series of revival meetings starting tonight at Elm Street, with nightly sessions at eight. He is aided by the Brooks children from New Hive, giving performances from seven to two. An open service begins at seven, with Adjutant J He Bloetr in charge.
Berlin reports a fevered prep for a new artificial fiber named Juubus Mercerisin iso claimed by Dr Budowski. The product allegedly resists distortion through repeated washing and offers daily disinfection without harming users.
Walter Clapham, custodian of the Lincoln Memorial, recalls eight years guarding the shrine. He describes the awe and reverence felt by visitors, noting the memorial’s impact on him and the enduring respect shown by pilgrims from across the nation and by Boy Scouts and motorists alike.
Washington February 15 Associated Press reports a broad reassignment of senior generals. Major General William Lassiter moves from the Philippine Department to command the Eighth Corps area in Houston with Major General Douglas MacArthur taking over the Third Corps area in Baltimore. MacArthur will also serve as adviser during the Olympic year linking to the American Olympic Association. Major General Fret W Sinden shifts to command the Eighth Corps, and Major General Malin Craig assumes Panama Canal Department leadership. Brigadier General George Elvin replaces Craig as Panama division commander. General Graves, retiring from the Panama post, completes the changes.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate Dr Gue Porte and others improving after treatment. A revolver incident at Lime Gulley wounded Mr Gaudst of Me Haven and a Mr Ms T, with hospital prognosis uncertain and doctors assessing recovery timelines.
Edward Lidewig and Henry Ellaworth Smith were with a group of young men in Hackensack when a casual joke about sharpshooting ended in tragedy. White Bradshaw, nineteen, allegedly fired his 22 caliber rifle hitting Smith in the eye. Smith died at Holy Name hospital in Teaneck. Bradshaw was held by police on a homicide charge.
Berger, socialist of Wisconsin, declares Jefferson would be a dangerous radical today if risen from the grave. He urges a constitutional amendment to guarantee free speech, arguing revolutions recur about every 25 years to preserve liberty.
A recorded telephone call occurred tonight between the German Bank of Berlin and the Gul Rates company of San Pandien, a distance of about 9209 kilometers. The call lasted seven minutes and the audibility was reported as perfect.
Indianapolis Feb 13 An Associated Press report says former Ku Klux Klan leader D. G. Stephenson may testify as a witness in the trial involving Marion County prosecutor appointment via bribery. The defense challenged his competence, citing nonparty status to the alleged conspiracy, while the state argues he was a co conspirator with Gov Jackson and others. The jury reached noon today after three days of deliberations.
A decree issued by Poland’s labor ministry in cooperation with the foreign office limits emigration of workers with pledged or intermittent support to foreign lands. It allows emigration only for cases where families await them or where pension provisions are arranged, and excludes certain categories. The measure aims to control departure of workers facing securing means of subsistence abroad.
A cheerfully pitched advertisement urges readers to buy Mistol from a druggist to relieve cold symptoms. It promises rapid nasal relief, headache reduction, and renewed energy, with an ironclad guarantee refund if not effective within 24 hours. The copy claims doctors endorse Mistol and emphasizes safety and scientific backing.
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