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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1928

Page

3

Navy probes death of Marine trumpeter at hospital

Washington Feb 12 An investigation opened into the death of Henry Stone a 20 year old marine trumpeter at the hospital where he was assigned as part of the marine band. The commander said a military pistol was accidentally discharged as it was being handled during a drill. Stone joined the Marine Corps May 11 1935 in Boston and his mother Mrs Minnie G Stone lives in Brockstead.

Washington Associated Press Henry Stone Marine Corps Stone Marine Bard Accordiny Marine Detachment Boston Minnie G. Stone Ives Borcheste

Societies Battle Over Name in Hartford Court Fight

In Hartford two societies in New Britain clash over the name Knights of Boleslaus The Great. Each seeks an injunction to stop the other from using the name and to preserve banking ties as a hearing is postponed for a final decision. The split traces to Sacred Heart parish history and a 1996 upheaval, with 25 percent remaining under the older name.

Hartford Associ New Britain Knights of Boleslaus L. P. Ward Su Perior People’s Saringa Bank of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church Rew Briain Kragoos of Bolesiana the Great Bujnowski

Man Hit by Truck On West Main Street Injured

A peddler of fruit and produce was struck by a truck operated by Jacob Barry of 59 Goodwill Avenue on West Main Street. He suffered a recession of the left ear and abrasions to the left thigh and ear, was treated at Meriden Hospital, and discharged the same day.

Solnick Haven Jacoph Barry Goodwill Avenue West Main Street Meriden Hospital

ALL-BRAN hailed as cure for constipation in reader letter

Mrs Van Horn of Philadelphia writes of using ALL-BRAN for a year and reports relief from constipation and improved health. The Kellogg cereal is advertised as a daily two tablespoonful remedy, with recipes on the package and promise of relief from several ailments.

G. W. van Hoex 7Th St Philadelphia Kellogg Battle Creek

Gypsy Pat Smith and Wife Face Court Fight

Major Gypsy Pat Smith, once a British army major and famed evangelist, and his wife Karin Tjader Smith prepare for a high profile divorce and custody case in New York and Connecticut courts. Mrs Smith seeks $10,000 misrepresentation damages and custody of their one year old child. he denies all charges and requests specifics.

Smith Deri Ailye J. Brown Superior Court Major Smith Karin Tjader Smith New York Focal Cours Evangelist Smith Caldwell Smith Mra. Smith Luchard Thorne Tjader Jane Stiles Darien Connecticut Karby ‘Finder Pat Smith Glasgow Scotland Karin Tjader Smith-Tjader Iisland Tokeneke Snalth New Zealand Iest Gerch Contentment Island Auleide Norways Mrs. Smith

German lockout to affect 800000 workers in follow up

American news reports that about eight hundred thousand German workers face a lockout linked to February 2. Industrialists insist they cannot meet wage demands without risking Germany’s hard won prestige in the export market.

Horlin Fe Germany prGvoNrinkal Centeel

Reduction urged in second and third class mail rates

Edwin Meredith of Des Moines argues before the House Post Office committee that current second and third class mail rates are penny wise and pound foolish, dragging down newspapers and magazines in the west. He urges a return to the 1920 rate base, while critics say the postal system must earn a profit. The exchange touches regional disparities and the department’s volume goals.

Washington Associated Press Postoffice Department Edwin Teredith Des Moulnes Laws Aericulture Today Tell the West Mississippi Meredith Ramseye Iowa Tig Post Office Department

Pair Go On Trial For Salem Murder

Salem Mass February 13 The trial of James Kamanis and George Metaxaton for the murder of Hal Abrams of Peabody began in Superior Court with a jury completed. Two witnesses testified before adjournment asst dist att Frank A Reynands opened for the state. Prosecution seeks to prove the killing was for robbery. Abrams’ body was found March 24, 1927 buried in the cellar of Kamanis store.

Salem Mass Associated Press James Kamanis George Metaxaton Hal Abrams Peabody Frank A. Reynands Abrams Arpores Tebbery Kamanis Metixatas Newark N. J Ebartes H. McNeil Cellu Johny Poe

Evening Slippers and Hosiery for February's Formal Affairs

Featured items include Evening Slippers and hosiery with options for high Louis heel or one-strap pumps. The Silver Kid Opera pumps and white satin slippers can be edged for $1 to match gowns. Prices range from $2.50 to $165 for select styles with color-dyeing available. Main Floor.

Unclear Item Prices for Kitchen and Stoveware Parts

The listing shows assorted items including J-loor Side Icer and 3-door Side Icer with varied prices. Several entries present reg prices and sale prices, with White Duco finish, White Enamel, and Porcelain Top Kitchen Tables noted alongside inconsistent figures and incomplete lines.

J-Loor Ledoor

Bias Tape and Lawn Fabrics Sale Notes

Advertising copy lists fast colored bias tape in various widths and lengths priced at 10 to 15 cents per piece, plus white and black lawn and colored gingham checks in six or ten yard pieces. Mentions percale and Alain floor, with multiple item sizes and discounts.

Morning Frecks and Morning Frocks Feature

Morning Frecks highlights a second goal of Morning Frocks worth a visit. Describes lawn fabrics in good coloring with small collars tie belts or short sleeves and keeps Bere or Rewer as noted items.

Emergency hospital treats 34 patients after weekend ambulance runs

Over the weekend the city ambulance service made 17 runs, treating 17 patients. At 6 AM Lindne of 944 Iranistan was moved to Bridgeport hospital with heart disease. Joseph Rick of 434 Pembroke Street suffered burns on his legs after a steam valve was accidentally opened at work.

Lindne Iranistan Bridgeport Hospital Congress Street Joseph Rick Pembroke Street

Family of Mrs Brammer to attend private funeral in St Michaels

The father and brother of Mrs Brammer, along with Catherine OLeary and other relatives, arrived in Bridgeport after a fatal accident in Beacon Falls last Wednesday. They will attend the private burial service at St Michaels Cemetery this morning, with the ceremony to be strictly private.

Teh Joh O'Leary Pan Jee Los Angeles Catherine O'Leary Beacon Falls Bridgeport Jerny St Michaels Cemetery

Special Doubletex Gloves Feature Faded French Wut Note

Gloves described as doublewoven chamoisette texture sold as a special purchase. Mentions embroidered French wut and a price around 1.10 Maun Pheer, unclear merchant or location. Summary preserves limited readable entities while noting the odd phrasing.

Shower Bath Curtains For Modern Interiors

The Upholstery Department offers new bath curtains to complete home decor with colorful, attractive designs. While many models boast fresh interior styling, some items may have flaws or fumes. Shop for upgraded, modern curtains to enhance bathrooms and living spaces.

Lace patterns and trims offered in varied widths

Catalog note lists new lace patterns and garments with widths from 12 to 3 inches and 2 to 3 inch lace borders. Mentions silk and Bretonne lace for collars and tops, with yardage and price around 75 cents per yard. May indicate fashion details for undergarments and collar accents.

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