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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1924

Page

8

Harvard Board Overseers Nominations Announced

Nomination committee unveils six vacancies on the Harvard Board of Overseers with possible additional nominations until April. Nominated for Overseers include Charles Moore Washington and others from New York Syracuse and Chicago. nominees for Alumni Director span several states.

Harvard Board of Overseers Wich Comee Nime Har- Alumni Association Jee Charles Moore Washington, D Will. Andrews Syracuse N. Y Ward Elliott New York Northern Pacific Rail Br Percival J. Eaton Pittst George R. Agassiz New R. 1 Roland W. Boyden Baiy Mass Frederick P. Cabot Charlce Blattery Massachusetts Mender White Cambridge Fabi—den Evan Hollister Buffalo George A. Morrison Joseph G.ley Dundon W. Va Charles E. Per- Burlington Iowa Ater C. Bolton Cleveland Manuer Rupert E. L. Bitt Toronto Roswell NewsHaven Conn George Feer, Jr Edward Mal- Rrodt St. Louis Edward A. J. Boston Harold W. Nichols Innati Charles Wiggins William G Wendell York Wiliam T.mardiner Usta Maine Henry Midydorf Baltimore

Man Revives as Undertaker Arrives

SHELTON February 15 a man named John Pryor was struck by a train but regained consciousness after an undertaker arrived. Pryor helped by a bystander stepped clear of one train and avoided a second approaching from the opposite track. he received hospital treatment.

Shelton John Pryor Pryor

Liquor and Two Stills Seized in Fairfield Raids

Fairfield February 15 in two raids Constables Eli wood Bennett Special Officer Bolger and Deputy Gould confiscated 606 gallons of moonshine mash over eight gallons of product and two stills Two men were arrested for Higuer ians violation and await arraignment in Town court Next Monday Klezinski held on bond then released Stanszyk detained at Bridgeport precinct for processing and bail set at 256.

Fairfield H. R. Eliwood A.J. Bennett John Bolger W. H. Gould Father Klezinski Nahriborough Terrace Kletinski Leon Stanszyk Alton Place Stanszyk Third Precinct Pree Bridgeport

Matthew Kearns Surprised on 24th Birthday Celebration

In honor of his 24th birthday Matthew Kearns of 1103 East Main Street was surprised at a party Thursday evening by friends. A turkey supper with 21 covers was served. Entertainment included dances, Fling, banjo and vocal selections, piano pieces, and a gold watch was presented to Mr. Kearns. Attendees listed include Howard Cook, Neil McFayden, John Carr, Daniel McBride, James Hill, Patrick Lynch, and others.

Matthew Kearns East Main Street J. B. Bullivan F. Rosbeck Neil McFayden D Keller P. Lynch John Sheridan Kearnswas Howard Cook Neil

Banking Chapter Holds Second Winter Dance

The Bridgeport chapter of the American Institute of Banking held its second informal winter dance at the Stratfield with several hundred attendees from Bridgeport and surrounding towns. E Perking Nichols chaired the event assisted by Wilma Bakes, Raymond Gosbel, Dorothy MacGregor, John J. Salmon, Raymond L. Thibault, and Dennis F. Tobin from local banks and firms.

Bridgeport American Institute of Banking Stratfield E. Perking Nichols First National Bank Wilma Bakes The American Bank and Trust Company Raymond Gosbel City National Bank Dorothy MacGregor South Norwalk Trust Company John J. Salmon Staples and Company Raymond L. Thibault City Savings Bank Dennis F. Tobin

Lillian Gish Denies Engagement Rumors

Miss Lillian Gish denies rumors of an engagement or impending marriage in cables to friends in New York and Los Angeles. She and sister Dorothy with their mother are in Florence Italy working on the production of Romola.

New York Lillian Gish Los Angeles Miss Gish Dorothy Florence Italy

Dapper Dan Collins Arrested in Paris on Bronx Shooting Charge

New York police report Dapper Dan Collins also called Arthur Tourbillon and The Ret, an American sought in the Bronx for shooting John H. Reid, is jailed in Paris. Detectives McCoy and Kane, in France pursuing other suspects tied to the Shattuck robbery, learned of his capture and attempted extradition.

New York D. FP. Collins Continents Dapper Dan” Collins Bronx John H. Reid Mra Hazel D. Warner University Avenue Paris Enright Janes McCoy Charles Kane Dapper Dan Arthur Tourbillon Ret McCoy Kane France Albert R. Shattuck Washington Square Gabriel Alphonse Mourey Henri Bolilat Boilat Gournay Parle Jockey Dappon Dan Colina Reid Hmne William Desmond Taylor

Drivers Escape Injuries In Two Highway Crashes

Two automobile accidents near the Boston Poet road and Sally road left drivers uninjured. A Bedford vehicle struck a telegraph pole while carrying a heavy boat keel, causing front-end damage. Berry’s garbage trucks collided during repairs. both trucks were damaged but crews unhurt. Police investigated with no arrests.

Fairfield Boston Poet Road T. Bedford Westfort Sally Road Joseph Berry Oldfield Road

Club President Hosts Valentine Party for Members

Members of the Que Como club gathered Thursday night at president Miss Helen Horkheimer’s home in Lorf sh p for a Valentine party. Home decor featured red and white hearts and streamers as dancing and games provided entertainment for guests including Miss Florence Anderson, Miss Edith Anderson, Miss Margaret Gilmour, Miss Grace Iniry, Miss Ruth Merrill, and others.

Que Como Club Helen Horkheimer Lorfsh.p Plorence Anderson Edith Anderson Misa Margaret Gilmour Grace Iniry Misa Ruth Merrill L.vaughn M. Swanson F. Broad R. Broad M. Broad W. Devitt L M Hiliken, W. Hyatt and M. Stenquist

Edison Honored at Banquet by Movie Industry Leaders

Thomas A. Edison attended a dinner in his honor in New York as the motion picture industry hosted him. He did not speak, instead handing a prepared speech read by his secretary. The message urged public service over wealth and urged high quality work for public happiness.

New York Thomas A. Edison Modion Picture Haa Fairbanks Valentino Ilay

Green in Ale Shades Tops Spring Fashion

A vivid green dominates spring fashion with hats coats and day and evening wear. The tone known as botte green appears in all shades and fabrics, though it remains expensive to buy. linen cushions feature plaid or striped designs with ay inén tape in airferent golora.

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