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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1927

Page

6

Legislature Moves to Speed Up Law Making in Hartford

Hartford Feb 20 AP legislative leaders seek rapid disposal of business in the 1927 General Assembly as 22 bills and several resolutions advance. Only one act has become law so far though committees push hearings and reports fast. Leadership discusses adjournment prospects and plans for Friday sessions to speed work.

Hartford Noroton Kwader Averill Zudiki Ry Judiciary Comitee Robert J Smith Nanchester Judiciary Committee Hamberg Shelton Senate Cannon Windsor Locks Sciary Committee Norwich Willimantic Enflell Leroy Botfam Sen- Robbing Arthur F. Lib New Haven Cres Kilkey Bee Bristol Peck Billot

Sloan's Liniment Eases Rheumatic Pain, Reader Testimony

Sleepless with pain of rheumatism now sleeps well and can work with ease after using Sloan's Liniment. A reader writes that it relieves pain without rubbing, stimulates blood flow, and quickly brings comfort, making it indispensable.

Sloan Sloan’s

Five Bridgeport men seek return of licenses this week

Five Bridgeport men are to appear at the County Court house Friday to show cause why their automobile operator licenses should be returned after suspensions by Commissioner Robbins B Stoeckel. The group includes Robert D. Campbell and William Graham among others, with hearings to determine financial responsibility in two accident cases and charges of operating under the influence.

County Court House Robbins Stoeckel Robert D. Campbell Givanne Campbell Willam Ro Graham Fifth Street Hall Wallinefora T F D Bethel iMtam Vo Dol Sag HN Falr Aquor Cense

Friends Celebrate Jane McNamara Birthday at Home

Mrs Paul J McNamara entertained at 181 Whitney Avenue in honor of her daughter Jane's fourth birthday Thursday afternoon. Attendees included Marion and Billy McCarthy, Rita Margaret, Mary Walter and Warren Amidon, Dorothy Connell, John and Jane McNamara, Francis Gallfarher, Ann Sonne, Mrs William Amidon, Mrs Chris O'Brien, Mrs William McCarthy, and Mrs Tani McNamara.

Paul J McNamara Whitney Avenue Jan Marion Billy Mccarthy Rita Margaret Mary ‘Walter Warren Amidon Dorothy Connell John Jane McNamara Francis Gallfarher Ann Sonne William Amidon Chris O'Brien William McCarthy Tani McNamara

Hartford Cop Suspended After Raid At Suspect’s Home

Hartford February 20 AP a liquor raid at Frances Cackaskie 29 of 49 South F Prospect street led to Voiceman Frank Mere being suspended by Lieutenant John Henry. The arrest was for violation of the liquor law. Sergeant Martin Rohan and officers Hensel, Quinn, and Justice aided the state attorney’s office. No explanation given for entry or suspension.

Hartford Frances Cacckaskie South F Prospect Stret Frank Mere John Henry the Martin Rohan Li Pulicemen Hensel and Quinn Wynor Ani Erdid Iusley State's Attorney Toms Ethry Mercer Teong

Judge Shapiro Elected New Head of Church Forum

Judge Joseph G. Shapiro was elected president of the forum of the United church, succeeding Senator Samuel C Shaw who led the group for eight years. He pledged a non sectarian civic role aimed at developing the community’s mental and moral character. The slate named officers and a 1927 1928 board of directors includes leaders from clergy and civic groups.

Joseph G. Shapiro Forum of the United Church Samuel C Shaw Forum William Horace Day Carroll R Reed W.F .Klpatrick Edwin Cooper Graee West Richard W. Cogeswell Henry W Burritt Samuel Shaw Elmer Beardsley Urink D Bell Edward Bennetto Richard C. C Payne E.S. Schweritle Charles E Prior, Jr C P Stevens C. C. Tyler W. A. Walker Mr. H. W. Fleck Lyan W. Wilson John J. O’neille

Accused Lottery Ticket Seller Held on $2000 Bail

Ralph W. Pride, thirty, of 57 Henry Street New Haven was arrested Saturday night after police found more than 2006 Imperu Double Action lottery tickets in his possession. He remained in custody unable to post the $2000 bail as investigators alleged he was distributing tickets to local storekeepers.

Ralph W. Pride Henry Street New Haven

MISS ROSE BERNSTEIN TO WED LEON SHERMAN

Miss Rose Bernstein and Leon Sherman received a marriage license in New York City on February 17. Sherman, 28, of Stamford, is a merchant and a native of Trusan. Bernstein, 22, of New York, is the daughter of Samuel and Sara Bernstein. The wedding date is February 27.

Toon Sherman Laryette Street Stamford

Negro race must be understood plea at Y W C A program

Mrs Tilizbeth Rosy Haynes of the National Band of Y W A spoke at the Y W C A auditorium on Golden Hill Street urging understanding over tolerance in race relations. Emma Rames also addressed the crowd on the Common Task as the Golden Hill Avenue choir and Phyllis Whitley horns provided music.

Tilizabeth Rosy Haynes Y W Y W C.al Golden Hillstreet Haynex Misa Emma Rames Sonks Olden Hillatree Choarus Phyllis Whitley

Walsh introduces bill to compel testimony before grand juries

Senator Walsh of Montana introduced a bill to strip witnesses of constitutional right to refuse testifying before federal grand juries or courts. If a witness fears incriminating himself, he would still be required to testify, with no later criminal prosecution resulting from that testimony.

Washington Walsh Montana Judiciary Committee Shadir

Juanita Han Los Angeles Actress Undergoes Surgery

Peb 20 report from Wes states motion picture actress Juanitea Hinson operated on yesterday for an appendix issue. She rests easily today, Dr Lo Kohthias her physician says recovery should be swift barring unforeseen complications.

Los Angles Juanitea Hinson Lo Kohthias Assiel

Hunger and Appetite Health Advice from a Dietitian

The article urges distinguishing appetite from hunger, warns against condiment stimulation that prompts excess eating, and promotes simple wholesome food, exercise, and honest self-assessment to restore normal appetite. It suggests eating minimally when appetite is poor and avoiding overeating to prevent discomfort and disease.

Readers quiz celebrities spark witty misstatements

A witty new volume "Ask Me Another" is reviewed for its forty quizzes pairing celebrities with unexpected answers. The piece notes misattributions ranging from Buddha to Buddha to various news figures, and comments on the book's ironic tone and playful challenge to intellect.

Charles Estcourt, Jr David Kinley University of Ilinois Red Grange Sarlas Viking Press Cub Gautama Buddha Guatemala

Hotel Destroyed in Belstone Avenue Fire

Westbrook February 20 AP Fire of unknown origin yesterday destroyed the Griswold Trauss a summer hotel owned by Mrs A Griswold of Hartford on Belstone avenue The loss was estimated at 126000

Westbrook Griswold Trauss A. Griswold Hartford Belstone Avenue

Railroad Mediator Davies Dies After Operation

Rywel Davies, member of the railway board of mediation, died in Washington after an operation at George Washington University Hospital. The death was reported on February 20 by AP.

Washington Rywel Davies The Railway Board of Mediation George Washington University Hospital

Ex Senator Willard Saulsbury Dies in Delaware at 66

Former United States Senator Willard Saulsbury died at his Wilmington home of heart disease at sixty six. He had suffered heart trouble for three years since an attack at his Maine summer home. Survived by his widow May DuPont, funeral set for Wednesday with interment at Dover. Saulsbury hailed as the last U S Senator elected by Delaware's legislature and part of a prominent Democratic family with three senators.

Willmington Del United States Willard Saulsbury Saulsbury Maine May DuPont Dover Delaware United States Senate Congress Saulabury Senate Grove Sawlsbury Eli Saulsbury Willard Georgetown Washington

Senator Saulsbury of Delaware Developer of Law and Politics

Senator Saulsbury of Delaware, educated at the University of Virginia and trained in law with his father, built a long career in Democratic politics. He served as senator from 1913 to 1915, was president pro tempore of the Delaware Democratic State committee, and acted as a national party delegate until 1920. He participated in multiple Democratic conventions and remained active in law practice in Wilmington after leaving the Senate. He married Mary du Pont in 1898. they had no children.

Senate United States Saulsbury University of Virginia Delaware Victor DuPont East Legislacure Democratic Party Richard R Kenney Dover Lewia Helsler Ball Saulebury Democratic State Committee of Democratic National United States Senate Saulabury Wilmington Washington Santiago Chile Mary Victor du Pont

Sweden and Belgium pledge perpetual peace after royal marriage

Stockholm reports a pact between Sweden and Belgium never to wage war over any issue including vital interests and national honor. Foreign Minister Lofgren notes it as Sweden’s first non Scandinavian bound pledge. Arbitration methods resemble those with Czecho Slovakia. War is outlawed in treaties between Sweden and Denmark and Sweden and Finland as well.

Stockholm Astrid Leopold Riksdag Estel Lofgren Swerden Scandinavia Czecho-Slovakia Sweden Denmark Finland Europe

Aimee Declares Liking Radio Not Operators

Aimee Semple McPherson denies links to radio operator Kenneth Ormiston and asserts her interest lies in radio for spreading faith. She recounts her life from Canadian farm roots to evangelism, founding Angelus Temple and touring globally with a 15,000-strong membership. McPherson notes her focus on public radio messages and a long career ahead as she continues campaigning in New York.

York Ita Ami Aimee Semple McPherson Calfornia Werfe Brand Kenneth G. Ormiston Angelus Temple Los Angeks McPherson Isabel Mes AL Moth Roberta Star Semple United States Finly Altorfuma Hagland Ireand War & Europe Australia Canada Regina Drs. McPherson Atreus Temple New York Evansgerial Rochester

Northeast storm halts Boston and Maine Railroad traffic

A severe northeast winter storm with high winds disrupted train service on the Boston and Maine Railroad. The brutal weather slowed schedules, caused delays, and blanketed routes from early morning through the day, affecting regional travel and freight movement.

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