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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1926

Page

2

Malone Enlisted to Help Editor in Blasphemy Trial

Broookton, Mass Feb 1 A Boston-based movement supports Anthony Bimba editor charged with blasphemy under Massachusetts law. Malone New York attorney Darrow associate to act as senior counsel. A community meeting Feb 23 near town hall aims to discuss defense strategy and rally radical labor groups.

Malone Broukton Anthony Bimba Massachusetts Hiw Lave Pert Taudles Field Anal Mhiv Clarence Dare New York Marrow Dare Fenpes-o9 Timbas Taal Breockton Rs Union Aino Opes Thmba Tras Wall Milane Itv Mar Ambi Jawrey Nim Towser

Old power plant remodel underway in city project

The John stress one Brown oil power plant of Unmred Hlumbasug company is remodeled into a transformer station to power the downtown area. The plant will supply over 190 kilowatts and receive power from the Stesl Taint station. Work is progressing with full installation expected by late summer.

Tue Unmred Hlumbasug Company John Stress One Brown Torr Taise Stes! Taint

Fall River Liner Tugboat Collision Reported

Official reports fault the tug for a near head on collision with the Fall River liner. Captain Avery says he blew whistle and sounded signals, the tug failing to slow or steer, causing the starboard bow damage and hull flooding. Further examination will confirm details at Tretion and Lang shipyard in Holsoken.

Phon Avery Ciic New Hampshire Tretien and Lang Fat Holsoken

Vue Adds in Influenza Drug Labels and Box Details

A fragment notes a late 2nd Jensen renewal and a box bearing the signature of E. W. Grove. The item references influenza remedies, a laxative product BLOMO QUINI Tablets, and mentions the presence of unusual markings or ingredients.

Jensen

Gilpatric Start of Downfall Traced to 1918

Former Connecticut state treasurer Gilpatric faced four hours of questioning before Receiver Coffin over embezzlement schemes tied to the First National Bank crash. He admitted shifting funds and bonds, including Liberty bonds, while claiming the bank’s records were unsettled. The hearing adjourned to continue tomorrow.

Hety Cheorge M. Coltin First National Bank Gilpatric Gilpatmo Coffin Minter T. Scovell Ftrm Connecticut Gipatric Trumbull Hartford John J. Burns State of Connecticut Freale Gilpat Tsaw Crass Fed Approved Toko Gilpatsic Putnam Foundry Machine Company Putnam Cemetery Association

Border Closure Timing Sparks International Tensions

Fragmented OCR notes discuss a 6 PM border closure and US pressure for prompt action. References to religious work, Mexican cleanup, and possible other diplomatic steps hint at rising friction. Names and places are unclear due to garbled text.

Funeral cortege broken up by traffic signals

Alderman William Meyers driving the last car in a funeral procession in New Haven encountered a new electric signal system. A green light at John Street allowed the lead portion to advance, but a red light prevented Meyers from crossing. The rest of the cortege disappeared. Meyers then altered course via Fairfield Avenue Harrison Street Washington Avenue to rejoin at Lexington Avenue.

Connecticut Company Willam &. Meyers Eleventh District Meyers Broad Street John Street Meyer Fairfield Avenue Harrison Street Washington Avenue Lexington Avenue

Imported Liquor To Be Destroyed In Bridgeport Sewers

Sparkling wines and champagne seized in Norwalk are destined for destruction. Whiskey valued at $230,009 seized December 19. Arrests included Tirnest Desrocher and Frank McNally of Boston who forfeited bonds. Multiple defendants faced fines and jail terms in Norwalk and Stamford for liquor offenses and related assaults on a police officer. The State collected bonds, fines, and costs totaling $6,850.40.

Spain France Longland Bridgeport Norwalk Tirnest Desrocher Frank McNally Boston Frederick W. Huxford Criminal Court of Common Pleas John Cullen Michael Lalley Connecticut Huxford Thomas Albonizzio Stamford Dave John Majstano John Frelly Stanford George H. McCarthy Josephine Bello McCarthy Windislaw Bandes

158 000 Miners Return to Work

Miners resume activity after a stoppage with 158 000 workers back on duty in the region. The agreement’s terms remain disputed, notably over a proposed union dues collection method by coal companies. Coal operators have yet to state their interpretation as shipments resume, with initial tonnage expected to rise significantly.

Philadelphia Suhuylkitre- Klan Neads Polols Lave

Navy approves five year air program plan

Washington February report from the Treasury Naval Affairs committee outlines an $85,000,000 five year plan for the navy air service. The proposal includes 1,000 new planes and two dirigibles, each three times larger than the Shenandoah, marking a sizable reduction from the navy’s initial request.

Washington Navy Air Service Trause Naval Affairs Committee Navy

Congress Fights Tax Differences in Revenue Bill Deadlock

Washington February 17 The Senate and House wrangled over administrative provisions of revenue bills after three days of debate. A $126,000,000 reduction written by the Senate and adopted by the House remains a flashpoint with neither side yielding. Indications point to concessions in the rate schedule discussions starting tomorrow.

Washington Senate Hlouse House

Hatfield Plans 53 Room Fireproof House in New Canaan

New Canaan February 17 plans for a modern fireproof store house for Abraham Hatfield by Silvermine builder are nearly ready for contractor bids. The 53 room stone building on Weed Street at Railroad Avenue will cover 176 by 50 feet, cost about 430,300, and take two to three years to complete with hand carved interior woodwork after a fire last fall damaged Hatfield's residence.

New Canaan Spe Abraham Hatfield Weed Street Railroad Avenue Hatfield

Bishop Cieplak Dies in Passaic

Bishop Cieplak visited Bridgeport four weeks earlier for a church function. He arrived January 23 and was received by pastor Bh. Raetijczak at St Michael's Church. After solemn benediction he departed for an auditorium reception where he addressed the audience.

Cieplak Bridgeport Orlock Lia Actes BH Raetijczak M. Q St Michael's Church St. Micha Schonl

Final Preliminary Round Tonight At Palace Theatre

The event selects two finalists for next week’s finals in a contest judged by Sime Neary with $25 and $16 gold prizes. Eliminations last week and Monday produced two finalists each, while tonight will decide the remaining pair. Participants and venues enumerated. old-time airs encouraged. harmonica and accordion contests follow on Tuesday.

Post and Telegram Palace Theatre James J. Moran Bronx Avenue Bridgeport Timothy McKenny Waterbury Louis Blakesley Philip McGuire Kossuth Street George J. Banks Fairfield Sime Neary Arcadia David H. Bassett Shelton Daniel Murphy State Street Danbury George B. Beers Newtown Cyril Martell Railroad Avenue Lawrence Agnew Harry Avery Westport Department of Public Warfare and Charities Arcadia Ballroom James 0D White Street Dantoury Prise Joseph R. Perry Blackstone Street William Kelly Liberty Street Andrew Mel Knight Nfive East Avenue Hugo Keenan East Claytreet Charles H Thomas Greenwood Avenue Waterboo I. Gibbs Strest Wow. Wilson Washington Depot H. EH Turkey Mra MacLeod

Alexander Allen Not Newtown Resident Reuters Style Misses Clarification

Mrs. Arthur Page of Newtown reports that Alexander Allen sixty of Wilson is not her father. The message notes he was previously of Newtown and now lives in Westport and had bail issues amid serious statutory charges.

Alexander Allen Newtown Arthur Page Westport Wiston

Palm Beach Censors Begin Bathing Suit Crusade

Palm Beach enforcers launch a morality drive targeting beach attire. Four women were asked to remove stockings and wear leg coverings on public promenades, with attorney-drafted ordinances proposed to require chaps in public. Authorities cited modesty concerns as the crusade widened.

Palm Beach Palm Doday Maiey Lara Janning The Crusade Oewan Yemoerdey Costin Benen Ivy Attorney

Arctic Invasion To Start Next Month

Waterbury dispatch reports Lieutenant Commander Byrd plans a stark work on March 26 for the independent air expedition in the Arctic. Byrd declined to discuss plans, deferring announcements to sponsors after a MacMillan trip lecture last summer.

Waterbury Juuchard Byrd Independent Air Expedition Arctic Byrd Kyrd

Propaganda Probe Clears Patrick Amid Air Service Tensions

The investigation cleared General Patrick amid tensions between the War Department and Air Service advocates. Secretary Davis supported a reprimand for two officers, avoiding court martial, and stated the probe aimed at no individual, with Patrick stressing adherence to proper process and testimony before committees.

Davis Patnaka War Secretary Air Service Patrick Air Corps Bis Hausce Committee Fay War Department Aviation Anier War Department Secretary of War Wichba Military Affairs Committee Hexse H E Neval Patrick Congressional

Stockholders of Illuminating Co Vote to Double Shares

Stockholders of the Illuminating Company approve a six for one stock split at the annual New Jersey meeting. Directors were empowered to issue 800000 shares not required by the change and to distribute them under terms best for the company. The move follows a trend to widen ownership and ease future issues. No officers were elected. the board was reinstalled with Charles A. Paul among returning directors and two new members replacing deceased directors.

United Wminating Company Y Steaday New Javea Charles A. Paul Hsidgepot Alvisisy Lear Fredenck Manwaring D. A. Blakeslee J. Alexander Hamilton

Talley Sings Opera Aria Amid Applause at Ringside

A performance by Miss Talley unfolds with poised diction and vivid phrasing as she delivers an aria from Caco Nome. The crowd responds with sustained applause while the orchestra remains subdued, and DeLuca accompanies with quiet pleasure before the singer returns to the stage.

Miss Talley DeLuca

Coke Prices Drop as Mines Reopen Stoking Market Uncertainty

Amid mine reopenings and slumping demand, coke dealers report rapid price cuts and cautious orders. Retail coke now around 20 dollars a ton, some bought at 15 dollars, with shipments expected to clear to consumers in eight to ten days and further reductions possible within weeks as supply routes adjust.

Connellyville

Bridgeport Vintallic Co vs Lyon heirs creditors

A legal notice from Bridgeport Connecticut concerns the Bridgeport Vintallic Company and Lyon heirs creditors. It seeks for a hearing in the Superior Court at Waterbury and Bridgeport to address questions about probate and property in WaAford County. The order directs publication in a local newspaper and sets a February date for proceedings.

Public notice of creditor writs and court orders in Superior Court

February 15 1976 the court ordered publication in The Telegram that creditors must file responses by February 46 1976. The order directs service of the complaint by publication and sets the deadline for answer as the 46th day of February, in Westerwood. The Clerk Henry Lyons records the order for Tide County Superior Court.

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Bids Open for Motor Parts at City Tariff Office

Notice from the Tariff Departments of the city states bids will be opened up to a specified time in early March 1086 for motor parts. Specifications and details are available on file. bidders are responsible for any bid contest or discrepancies.

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Obituary notices list multiple local deaths and funeral details

In this city several obituaries appear with funeral times and interment locations. Names include Catherine Fenelon Harriet Lewis Michael Luciano Nicholas Paladino and others, with service details at St Michael's Cemetery, Holy Rosary Church and local cemeteries. Interments and addresses such as 671 Fairfield Avenue and 339 Shelton Street are listed along with dates in February 1925 through February 1928.

Sterling Prospect St Harriet Rogers Nathaniel V Lewis Lakeview Cemetery Luciano L Michael Luciano Willard Street Iran Holy Rosy Michael’s Cemetery Mills—Li Wetport Conn Shee Th.wifs Tromer T. Mill Uied Munth. Fornye Claude Pavlir Noro Ieh Hes Tate Mary Mea Joh Pavlik Shelton Street St. Jalius Charty Tet Nese Johm's Nichols Astoria Luciane Itanm Ace Daimaers Munday Irom Holy Rosary St. Michaels Cementery Springur Min Fairfield Miles D. Springer

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