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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1926

Page

2

Last Charter of Emmet Club Remembered in Obituary

Thomas I. McDonnell eighty six van employee of Hulmes and Edwards died yesterday at his home 339 Huntington Road last surviving member of the Emmet club founded 1307 for freedom at land. He came from Springfield Mass and worked at United States Armory Civil War era. Original charter signers included John Cullinan Martin Burke Richard OToole Po J Beonard Bernard Keating Michael Duave James Sheridan Matthew Maloney Michael Larkin J D Tooning John Malton. Survived by three daughters Mrs Charles Malais five grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Funeral from Mrs Millins 33 Pentington Road Monday 930 am to St Charles church for requiem. Burial St Michaels Cemetery. Ten-year-ago pallbearers include Murphy former president Murdy William Blitoca and Chris Finnegar.

Thomas I. McDonnell Hulmes and Edwards Company Huntington Road Emmet Club Freedom At Land McPonnell Springfield Mass United States Armory Wheeler and Wilson Company Society McDonnell John Cullinan Martin Burke Richard O'Toole Sheitf Po J. Beonard Bernard Keating Michael Duave James Sheridan Matthew Maloney Michael Larkin J.D. Tooning John Malton Charles Malais Millins Pentine Ington St. Charles’ Church Salem Ae TL Murdy The Metery Wiliam Mblittoca Chris Finnegar

Coast Guards Clash With Rum Runners At Sea

Coast guards engage rum runners in a chase described as a skirmish. A patrol car shot disabled a vessel, and the pursuit continued as the smugglers towed a boat toward Bos ym until a second boat escaped. The prize was handed to customs, with the crew awaiting confiscation.

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Senate and House Set Tax Reduction Plan Details

A legislative note outlines tax cuts including a 7 cent vehicle tax cap and reduction of gift tax rates. It mentions retroactive adjustments, increasing the inheritance exemption from 70,000 to 190,000 and broader implications for future tax policy. The text reflects early 19th century framing and legislative drafting.

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Snow Removal 10 Continue Sunday

Snow removal continues Sunday as the city maintains ash and garbage collection. Public Works director announces daily ash pickups from 0 to 120 loads, a drop from fair weather rates of 180. Side streets remain nearly impassable due to heavy snowfall.

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Daily Record of Ambulance Calls

A list of ambulance dispatches including patients at Austin street Laurel court and other locations. Details note ages, conditions such as pneumonia convulsions dementia and back injuries. Hospitals named include St Vincent's, East Washington, Hillside and Bridgeport hospital.

Austin Street George Am Laurel Court Florence Hillside Mary Ibeitte Howe Street Eind Manhattan Street Donald Bresky Huntington George Ubiten Bridgeport Spital Laura Hamillon Virginia Toad Remoy Bridgeport Hospital Misys Uva Huga

Officer Resigns After Stamford Police Committee Action

Stamford officials report one supernumerary officer resigned after police committee charges. A regular officer was fined 50 and suspended two weeks. another officer fined 50. Mayor Keating stated discipline was necessary though no grave misconduct found. Separate incidents included a false fire alarm and a vehicle crash near Franklin Motors.

Stamford John F. Keating Common Council Raguhir Diran Uch Police Department Fire Department Main Street Greyrock Place Charles Hill Franklin Motor Company Sales Toom Jacob Wetsaman Roval United Palestine

Cold snap follows drizzly mist after eastern storm

East coast weather turns treacherous as a wet fog and light snow gave way to a rapid temperature drop from 40 to near freezing. Ship, rail, and auto traffic faced delays with stranded steamers, flooded streets, and a serious injury to a fireman after a trolley fleet skid on slick tracks in New York.

Hall At & Orlock New York Providence Wall River Mass Richard Peck New London Line Norwich Coon Longe Deland Devon Weleck Jersey Tubes

Fire record reports box alarm and chimney fire

A fire record lists a box alarm at 239 Tire, Springfield Manufacturing on Mountain Green Street with damage about 100 dollars and a still alarm to 362 Warren Street. Chimney fire believed caused by soft coal, No. 9 Hose Company detailed. 636 p.m. 486 John Street.

Tire Springfield Mountain Green Street Warren Street Hase Company

Girl Located in Bridgeport By Protective Association

Elizabeth Walling aged fifteen, daughter of retired Naval officer Joseph Walling of Newport News Virginia, was found in Bridgeport under protective care after being brought there by a Brooklyn youth, John Engleman. She had previously sought help at Traveler's Aid and was taken in by Mrs. S. K. Batchelor, matron of the Protective association, before her father arrived to take her home. Walling had searched six states for his daughter before locating her.

Elizabeth Walling Joseph Wallins Newport News Bridgeport Bridgeport Protective Association Myrtle Avenue John Engleman Brooklyn Traveler's Aid Association Peil Road Station Protective Association 8. K. Batchelor Batchelor

Man Shoots Brother After Distress Over Losses

Police say a man shot his brother amid a spree of heavy drinking that ruined his finances after years of paper selling at the city’s busy corner. He had saved $21,600 last year to buy a home and invest in lots and a car, but today his bank balance stood at $100. Authorities cited alcohol abuse as the cause of deteriorated mind.

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CityObtains Land For Street Layout In Beechmont Avenue

A warranty deed filed by Anthony S. Renzi transfers about 4500 square feet to the city for a street line layout on Beechmont Avenue. The layout project began with a 1908 council order and progressed through reports in 1920 and 1921, with the deed dated February 17, 1926.

Beechmont Avenue Anthony S. Renzi Board of Anoraxel Gity Alex J

First Anthracite Reaches New York in Historic Arrival

A train with 34 cars carrying 142 tons of anthracite arrived in New York marking the first shipment since mining resumed. Ten cars went to Ness WN and seven to other towns for local distribution as officials anticipate more coal arriving by tonight.

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Luncheon Club Joint Party Delivers Night of Skits and Music

A joint luncheon program featured seven club presidents, each introduced and applauded, with acts by Rotary, Lions, Kiwanis, Civitan, and Exchange clubs. Mind reading, a fashion show, a burlesque boxing sketch, and a commended performance by John Walters highlighted the evening, ending with awards for attendance and coordination by Buckingham and partners.

Wiliam Griffin Wyman Johnson Rubert Morfey Carl Thetz Milton Stein Hervert Hanson Buckingham Rotary Willam Hammell Lions Club James Rooney al Menard Conry Kiwanis Kiwanss Club Agal Civitan Club Frederick Bayer Getar Raveau Ace Madsrae Uwezema John Walters Exchange Club Pakred Lindley Cain Donn Parker Commercial Travelers Club Frank Braithwaite John Waiters Clarence O. Tister James J. Rooney James O'Day William Hammell James Westbrook Vate Aien Wreman Johnson Wallace Bayliss Herbert Hanson Lions

Accordionists to Play Monday Night Contest

A local event invites performers aged 50 or older to compete in an accordion contest on Monday night at Turkey in the Straw. Harry Avery of Westport and Philip Medmirs, a prize winner in a prior elimination, plan to audition along with other instrument players and the Nevil’s Trem and Miners of Wickehire. The host She Neary will announce and preside, with a dance to follow.

Wickehire Mey Rory She Neary Aregale Hallo

Meetings Tonight Across Bridgeport and Nearby Venues

Tonight multiple organizations schedule meetings including Court Marina at 1087 Broag street Bridgeport Loyal Orange Judge at 181 State street Schilterlager VW at 176 Fairfield avenue Wumpbedt Stimm VU O at 1706 Fairfield venue and Railoon Enuinecra at 847 9 Muin eirce tb.

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Lewis Acquitted Sparks Courtroom Turmoil

A night of intense jury deliberation ends with a unanimous acquittal in a murder case, marking a dramatic courtroom scene unseen since the Wade trial. Jurors faced long hours, a split initial vote, and repeated disagreements before a late verdict, eliciting applause and public shock.

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Countess Granted Time Extension in Immigration Case

The Countess, accused of moral turpitude, obtained a stay on an involuntary return to Hagand aboard Cunard’s Liverpool sailing. A special Board of Immigration Inspectors found the exclusion order. Secretary of Labor Davis affirmed. Commissioner Curran criticized interagency delays and urged Congress to grant the Immigration Commissioner authority over all immigrant appeals at New York port.

Hagand Cunard Iver Liverpool Board of Inquiry Ofource Secretary of Labor Davia Curran Washington Senate House Congress Ills Island New Asket Mio T Board of Inspectors Iis

Congress Alone Can Decide All Cases, He Says

He asserts the decision rests with Congress and accepts full responsibility, saying under current law he has no more role than a corner cop or a Fiji Tales king. The remark frames a boundary between executive power and legislative authority amid ongoing constitutional debates.

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Stinnes Sued for 2 Million Dollars in U S Case

Tillman alleges that Lee Stinnes and the Swedish firm conspired to grant exclusive purchasing rights in Europe in exchange for a salary and a promise of collateral. Tillman claims the venture was to finance $169,000,000 in credits for goods purchased in the United States, but compensation received was far less.

Tillman Varios Europe Jfojer Trojer Stinnes Stockholm State Department Germany Geremany War Trade Board Hugo Stinnes, Jr Yd Management Act 4S United States Stinnes Swedes Corporation Lee Stinnsen Sye_cived

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