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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1928
Page
21
Ruth DeForge, one of ten children injured when a bobsled collided with a car in Montpelier, dies at Heaton hospital. Patrick Wilkinson suffers leg and arm injuries and remains in critical condition as investigations and local meetings unfold.
The notice announces several obituaries and funeral arrangements from February 1928 to February 1998. Entries include Catherine Alberghini of 160 Dewey Street with services February 15, Emma Weymouth wife of Stanley Bennett with an announced funeral in Milford, James Farrey of Ansonia, Charles W Hounsien of Stratfield, Frank Izzo of 1476 Main Street with a high mass, and Catherine F Gulerian widow of George Thompson with services February 16. Interments in St Michaels Cemetery, Union Cemetery Milford, and Mt Grove Cemetery Bridgeport are listed, with solemn requiem masses and church processions.
A campaign launch at the Stratfield Hotel marked the Bridgeport effort to raise 2,000,000 for the Wood Memorial Foundation aiding Cullen leper colony in the Philippines. Major General Robert L. Bullard and Mrs Dorothy Wade urged support, detailing Wood’s early acts for leprosy research and the colony’s dire needs.
At a local gathering, officials discussed Bridgeport’s plans and funding. President Edward Bo and others urged action to support the Loomd Wood Memorial effort, noting a large daily income target and a Bridgeport quote of 10,000 dollars.
Members of the Peatetsiye Welfare Association meet in Room 307 to discuss swindle by secretary Landau. Report shows two sets of books, missing funds once deposited to Hinwane nol, with losses from weekly installments totaling over years. Directors vow to pursue restitution and continue the association’s loan program for members.
Obituaries list funeral details for Catherine Alberghind at St Raphae1s Church and St Michaels Cemetery, Joseph Krivada at his home and Church of St Cyril and Methodius with interment in St Michaels, baby Robert Zoltan Gladicsek, Margaret O Ben Maloney, Charles W Hounsles, and family survivals including eight children. Services occur at multiple locations with high masses and interments planned at St Michaels Cemetery and Cedar Hill Cemetery, detailing shipbuilder employer ties and familial relations.
A man from 19 Green Street, involved in a recent North Washington altercation, was treated at the Emergency Hospital for a possible jaw fracture and eye hemorrhage. Police report unclear on full identity and current condition.
A clipped reminiscence recounts Captain G Hay’s adventures as a noted seafaring speaker. He describes Cuban episodes with Roosevelt era naval events and warships, praising his own deeds and fame. The tale includes encounters with presidents, European peers, and fellow officers, painting him as a hero of daring voyages and a public speaker.
A man was severely injured when a window was smashed and his face badly damaged in New Haven. Stanley Miller and Andrew Muisko, with Miller, face assault and breach of peace charges. Miller posted bond. Fink Denny was arrested for breach of peace. John Kiley, father of the injured man, aided in securing bond. Michael Riley hospitalized. investigation continues with witness notices.
Mrs Jenne DeStasio, 62, of 72 Hallett Street, was hit and seriously injured by a Red Star taxicab while crossing Arctic Street near Pembroke Street during a downpour. The cab driver was arrested on reckless driving charges and held as injuries were assessed with X rays planned to gauge skull fracture and other trauma.
Record notes Stratford Center partly submerged after heavy rainfall. Water covering the viaduct junction forced passengers to be ferried around the submerged track. Trolley service linked at Main street junction tied up for about forty five minutes from 10:45 PM to 11:15 PM. Inspectors observed the water lapping abutments and transfer required for outside and inner trolleys, but service was not halted.
The sixth annual banquet of Fanfeld County Fish and Game Protective Association will be held at the Stratfield hotel tomorrow evening at 7 o'clock. John H. Walters, president emeritus of the Exchange club, will speak.
Miss Henry leads the Auxiliary Glee Club in a Friday evening event at Ind dance. The Maplewood Junto and many named members of the club perform under supervision, including Miss Helen Flynn Miss Catherine divine Misa June Gudwle Miss Wivanbeta GB Jolmwon and others. attendance includes a long list of titled Misses and Madam names.
Circus friends arrange funeral funding for Thomas, a longtime showman linked to Barnum and Bailey, with burial at a local cemetery. He spent years with various acts, including Ringling and Spaulding, and faced an untimely death at All Fide Home. Final details awaited.
Washington reports Senate Agriculture Committee may act soon on the McNary-Haugen bill but farm relief progress stalls due to political maneuvering and rifts among farmer groups. Andresen and Kincheloe accuse the American Farm Bureau Federation and National Grange of blocking unity behind relief efforts. Louie Tebermaste of the National Grange testifies for the Ket viam export debenture plan and notes groups share some blame for the deadlock.
The American consul at Mexico announces that final judgment in the Diaz case for the invasion of Althu Brower in Guadala ra last date has been carried out. The sentence was to be imposed within ten days following the February 10 ruling.
The former king of Scotland, Whittinghame, who will turn eighty soon, is ordered to remain at home for most of the winter after an acute illness left him very weak. Doctors prescribe complete rest for several weeks.
Allegations claim Attorney General Arthur K Reading sought personal benefit to defeat an investigation led by Deputy Attorney General Selvaggi into the Decimo Club Inc. The suit was filed today in the Supreme Court by Night Monjar, former president of the club.
Former U S ambassador George H Harvey, back from Europe, told reporters President Coolidge would easily be reelected if he ran. He said Coolidge’s decision not to run reflected resolve, not preference, and he expected Coolidge would win if he entered the race.
The article discusses a proposed system placing special police under department oversight, with duties and compensation arrangements and the need for a formal plan. It mentions Commissioner Bugnod, Assistant Attorney Henry Cheen, and ongoing questions about pension eligibility for Mrs Fisher, plus commendations for Det Sergeant Montin Kane and two regular police appointment applications.
A verdict of death following a fall from a Golden Avenue home is under review. Dr C L Hoilherlin reported the eight year old girl injured, transported to Englewood and then St Vincents, with a final death at 3 PM yesterday. A coroner’s inquiry is expected today to determine cause and circumstances.
The Old Fellows advancement committee will meet in the lodge rooms of Our Sisters Rebekah lodge in Norwalk. Fairfield county lodges are represented and about 500 will make the trip to Norwalk. A bus will leave the Odd Fellow temple tonight at 7:15.
Two girls Mary Foster 15 of 225 DeForest Avenue and Elizabeth Beckman 15 of 25 Thompson Street Stratford, missing since Saturday morning, have been located in Yonkers New York. Parents will retrieve them today.
Dr William Wild welcomed as health officer by the Board of Health amid board changes. President Dr Henry Gullaban and members Zepp Connors and others attend. Dr Wild backs smallpox preparedness as officials note 14 000 children had been inoculated in two years amid parental vaccine objections.
The Shipping Board approved a new cargo line to Brazil operated from New York and Philadelphia. Columbian Steamship Co. of New York was chosen to run the route. Southbound ports include Philadelphia Jacksonville Savannah and Brunswick with Para Amazonas Maranhão Ceará Cabedello Pernambuco and Macio along the coast. Northbound ports include Interes Victoria and Bahai. Main exports are resin from the north Atlantic and case and general cargo. imports cocoa cotton rubber and nuts.
New York based Actors Equity considered challenging British immigration rules barring Alden Gay, an American actress, from appearing in a London play. The union asked American compliance authorities in London to seek an official ruling on policy as applied to actors, amid a ground that she is an alien admitted only on condition she refrain from professional work.
William Cardinal OConnell of Boston reached Kingston aboard the steamship Montroyal and was greeted warmly by Bishop Dunand and Jesuit Fathers. He said the trip was enjoyable and he was pleased with the reception.
A city meeting with Mayor Behrens Clerl Al W Burdick and Preatd Henry N McCuthran delayed fire department appointments until Arthur P Connor, a Republican party leader, returns next week. Five men from the last roster were deemed too old or unsuitable. two expected to be sworn in. Two eligible candidates are Joseph Men and Prem Cis Cullen, both under thirty-five.
An elderly husband and wife aged 80 and 78 were moved to a hillside home after deciding they could no longer maintain their house at 204 Geeky Alre 0. They were transported by city ambulance to Mileigetill Hone where they will spend their remaining years in comfort. The wife has been bedridden for some time, cared for by her husband, who also is frail.
Attene Miller of Fairmont Avenue fell while roller skating yesterday. A stick torn under her chin exposed tissue. She was taken to Emergency Hospital and then St Vincent's Hospital for treatment.
Copper steady and futures flat with spot around 5200. No 2 quality iron ore and coal prices listed alongside East St Louis futures and spot values. Almanac style metal prices include zinc and silver quoted around 1075 and 12200 respectively.
Chicago grain prices show advances as wet conditions boost early trading. Corn leads gains with March and May options up, wheat climbs modestly, oats and provisions follow with mixed moves. Market closes with wheat slightly higher, oats down a touch, and oats and provisions largely steady.
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