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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1926

Page

1

Canadian Vessel Holds Shell as Proof of Firing by Coast Guard

A Canadian vessel claims possession of an exploded shell as evidence that the U S S Seneca fired upon the schooner Badstwood off Long Island. Captain J Blake of the Sea asserts no error and says the Seneca had two forward and one aft crow’s nests. Officers on the bridge report the attack and deny the charge, with witness accounts from plainclothes and uniformed guards watching the Estwood.

Coast Guard Halipax N.S Unites Ttscotia Badstwood Long Island N.Y Isla Linden the Eastwood Lunenburs J. Blake Linden Avon John Spindler Justwood Seneca Estwood Tre

First Services In New Church Held At United Temple

The New Unie and Park avenue hosted the first services in a new church building with a morning procession to Onward Christian Soldiers. Dr. William Howe Das preached on Anna in none other Salvation, citing Pentecost origins as part of the Builders program’s aim to continue the work begun by the Carnatian church.

Unie Park Avenue Auditoria Nestors Hindergarten Stevy Willam Howe Das Anna Pentecos Carnatian Church

Deer Roams Wood Looking for Food Tragedy Strikes

In New Haven a deer entered a wooded area near Gibbs Street and Gibbs Street and High Street as motorists and bystanders tried to intervene. One deer was killed by a vehicle while another died after leaping onto a nearby road.

New Haven Avrane Gibbs Fethan SR

Wife Stays in Car As Hubby Leads In Cabaret Raid

New York report describes a cabaret raid led by a husband while his wife remained in the car. Police detained three men, including Edward Tos, a party charged with selling liquor, and Frank North, manager, with Moe Kunis accused of impairing removals of witnesses. Dere Keoni watched from a table as the investigation unfolded.

Hubby Edward Fl. Tose Frank North Winh Moe Kuenis Deris Keoeni

Lastvetur settice open today and voter turnout hoped

Challenger announces intent to raise babies or pay personal taxes as 8 000 voters prepare for an event. About 2 500 attended Mashule sanaune region reports painters on strike. Missionary Sage George Wand Andersen speaks at Tahertaek. Various notes mention liquor warnings and sports updates with regional mentions across South Dakota and Canada.

Kliienan Mashule Sanaune Lage de Unw South Dakota Itshoje Peeteites George Wand Andersen Tahertaek, Ge

Stillman Reunion Spoils Match for Florence Leeds

Florence Leeds collapses in hysteria after news of Stillman’s reunion with his wife. Stillman swore to divorce, claimed massive effort to move the earth, and faced rumors of an Indian child. Leeds, who met a new lover at Palm Beach, remains entangled as Stillman resumes care of his wife and family.

W York Wic Ueeds Stillman Bank Tie Roy Pain Beach Stiiman Fly Stillmans Stiman Jay Stillman

Episcopal Bishop Resting Comfortably in New York

Archbishop John Gardner Murray reports Bishop Mosras of the Diocese of MM Wi is listed in the diocese and resting comfortably after a period of illness during a tour in Lackyne. His condition is described as stable with no immediate danger.

John. Gardner Murray Scopal Lance Mosras Listiop MM Wi Lackyneie

Spain May Call Aviators Home From Argentina

A Feb 22 AP report says Commander Franco may return to Spain after linking Spain and Argentina. Public opinion and officials weigh whether he should continue on via sea or fly home. Spain pauses to study the proposal as diplomatic discussions unfold with Argentine authorities and American observers.

Madrid Franco Spain Argentina Erlea Fatin Americas United America Qin Franto Gommancer

Miss Hickey Sings Over Radio from Hartford Tonight

Alea Guia Hickey, well known contralto, appears at Hartford station WOGOY tonight for a birthday program in Fairfield. The preview erroneous announced Thursday, but her appearance proceeds with selections from popular and older favorites ending with the Star Spangled Banner.

Miss Hickey Hartford Alea Guia Hickey Fairfield Nignt Sat Sana Wogoy Schevgetady Ignt Nington

Harriman and Wife End Divorcing Plan Split on Separation

In Paris and London the Harrimans moved toward separation after an abrupt shift from divorce. Mrs Harriman canceled divorce plans and agreed to a separation while Mr Harriman pursued talks in France and England. The couple, previously speculated to proceed, encountered urgent demands and family tensions influencing the outcome.

Harriman Wife C. BP Berttuul Dannes France Oliver Harrimans Hines Janus Yoon Tin Breych Raya Lis Cap Dail Canne London Hughacd Miron Minurielis Small Bois de Boulogne Mr Kinai Brisbane Fr Oliv Luak Fuciner Gendt Nis Ars Nash Ud

Klansmen From Afar Gather for Secret Klan Assembly

More than 3,500 Knights from Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts converged on Pyramid’s Temple on State Street in a highly secretive meeting. Guards barred entry, payments to join were seen, and police protected reporters amid rising Tension. Imperial Wizard Dr. A. Wesley Evans declined to answer questions, stating the Klan is a secret order with its own business. Continued on page two.

Connecticut Rhode Island Massachusetts Pyramid’s Tors State Street Wirard Evans Wade Imperial Wigard Klan

Accordion Expert Enters Contest at Palace Tonight

The Post and Telegram notes the Old-Time Fiddlers Championship endures with harmonica and accordion contests to be held tomorrow night at the Palace Theatre. Entry by Charles C. Crowder of 36 Highland Ave is recorded, seeking to join the accordion lineup alongside popular fiddling acts.

Palace Theatre Charles C. Ti. Crowder Highland Avenue Crowder The Palace F Palace Theatre Fide Ss Bonte Dan Gallivan Fox

Bingham Family Gifts Yale $1,000,000 for Dormitory

New Haven reports James R. Angel announces a $1,000,000 gift to Yale University from the sons and daughters of Charles W. Bingham of Cleveland Ohio. The fund will finance a dormitory on Osborn Wall, estimated at $500,000, to be named for Charles W. Bingham Toll with the remaining endowment to general purposes.

New Haven Foo James RK. Angel Alumni University University Charles W. Bingnam Cleveland Ohi Osborn Wall En Hive Charles Wi" Bingham Toll Yale New Ha

Painters Seek $12 Daily Wage Increase

Union leaders of the Painters Decorators and Paperhangers reveal a Friday night decision to raise the five day week wage from 11.25 to about 12.12 1 2 per hour, following a months long agitation sparked by mason demands. Basins agent P Byrnes denies action, saying no decision was made and noting it as a matter for the Trade. Prominent painters doubt the move, warning contractors it could ruin business and that official notice has been sent to the Master Painters Association.

Talege Aquil Densis P. Byrnes Master Painters’ Association Lyaun

Westport Man Recalls Washington's Habits and Fame

A Westport writer cites memoirs and rumors about George Washington describing his temper, wine intake, propriety, battles with profanity, athletic feats, gambling in small stakes, and personal scars. The piece portrays Washington through anecdotes and questionable quotes as part of a reminiscence on his character.

George Washington Ium St. Mark's MG Ashington Firs Washington Rupert Hughes Eves Paris

Gambling Houses Raided in Norwalk

Police conducted a Norwalk raid targeting gambling dens on Woodward Avenue and nearby streets. Twenty-five men were detained. Fry Mola, proprietor, and Tulus Budovaky were released on $100 bonds each for keeping a gambling house. Multiple arrests followed at Molws place and surrounding areas.

Norwadi Web Specnth Mola Woodward Avenue Tulus Budovaky Lexington and Ely Avenue Uudavalyss Arate Uae

Reed denounces Court as Eltiones Rally at Palmer House

Senator Reed, Democrat Missouri, blasts the Supreme Court and its tactics at a birthday event in Chicago. He vows voters will punish senators who supported the court plan and urges a Donnybrook style response against those who backed the measure.

Reed Democcrat Missouri Washlowe Palmer House Senate Benator Reed Ee Ivan Donnybrook Seontor Bora Repubican Idaho Thakive McKinley Borah Wisconsin Lenroot League of Nationa Teed Coolidge

Reprieve sought for Chapman in Hartford case

Hartford reports that a reprieve for Gerald Chapman is sought for one week from Wednesday. Attorney Groehl, defense counsel chief, will confer with State's Attorney Alcorn in Hartford to obtain a writ of certiorari for Supreme Court review. Print work and conference in Washington precede formal filing and possible governor’s involvement.

Hartford Gerald Chapman Frederick Z. Groehl Hugh M. Alcorn Tartford Mr. Alcorn Supreme Court of the United States Groehl Ami Lay W. Wiley Springfield Washington United States Donovan Joseph M. Freeman Alan

Keeping Conn. Dry Is Now Left to Staff of 10 Men

Connecticut prohibition enforcement will shrink to ten agents after four more removals, leaving a minimal team of ten in Hartford. The agents have policed violations, oversaw alcohol supplies and permit compliance, and acted as inspectors in the state. It is unclear if nationwide reductions under General Andrews will mirror the Connecticut cut, with official confirmation pending at headquarters.

Conn Uartford Connecticut Andrews

Phantom Slayer of Omaha Quits as Panic Ebbs

Omaha breathes easier as the Phantom Slayer has not fired in 24 hours and authorities claim he left the city. The terror period left two dead and two wounded with 200000 people on edge in Omaha and Council Bluffs. hundreds of officers patrolled streets overnight yet no shots were fired. Police believe the sniper uses a 22 caliber automatic pistol with a half-magon rim cartridge and note the empty shell casings found.

Omaita Nob Omana Shantom Omaha Council Bluffs Pantc Witeh Missouri Fteisig

Collector's Office Stays Open For Delinquent Taxes

Pax Challenger announced the collector's office at City Hall will stay open all day today to allow those with no prior opportunity to pay personal taxes. He noted about 8,000 of 73,000 delinquent accounts have paid, contrasting Hartford where 2,000 of 72,000 have paid. Warrants will be prepared for nonpayment, with costs totaling 3.00 in addition to the tax.

A. Tyger City Hall Challenger Hartford Lridgepark

Suzanne Wills to Skip Riviera Singles This Year

Suzanne Lenglen will not meet Helen Wills in Riviera singles this season. Lenglen announced she will refrain from singles play, opting instead for doubles at Monte Carlo and the Beaumont Cup. She will return for doubles on Saturday, says the French bout. Wills beat Mrs Lattexhwaite in the Bailey tournament final, with the American star noting Lenglen’s decision to retire from Riviera singles.

Suzanne Helen Riviera Helen Is Suzanne Lenglen Mademoiselle Lenglei Nice Ayare Wimbleden Fyfe Tamnia Monte Carlon Niva Helen Wills Lattexthwaite California Mademoiselle Lenglen Associated Press J. Tf Missy Wills Ny Pie Peter

Countess Freed Under Bond For Ten Days Visit To United States

Vera Countess of Cathcart, who admitted moral turpitude after eloping with the Marquess of Craven, was granted temporary admission to the United States on a personal bond of 500. Immigration officials in New York arranged a habeas corpus attempt to free her from Ellis Island, with the Labor Department seeking a legal specialist to review the case before a Tuesday hearing. Attorneys including Wilton J. Lambert and Andy Garfield Ways were involved in the proceedings and advisory consultations continued with the department.

New York Vera Cathcart Craven Ellis Island Orde Coun Cathcart Missioner of Immigration Theodore G. Risley Secretary of Labor Department of Labor Ang Washington Buckner Vera Countess Catt Mgr Labor Department Wio Lady Catnawg Wits Island Anneal Andy Garfield Enic Raymond Wise Joseph? Cassidy Lays Wilton J. Lambert Wskingts Air Tambert Coun Commission of Immigration

Archbishop Paul Eugene Roy Dies in Quebec Hospital

Quebec Feb 21 AP Rev Paul Eugene Roy archbishop of Quebec and Canadian Catholic primate died after a long illness in St Francois D Assise hospital. Born Berthier November 2 185? he joined the priesthood in 1886 and served in various parishes before being named auxiliary bishop in 1903 and archbishop of Quebec in 1928. He led the Action Sociale paper and held significant influence in church and society.

Quebec Paul Eugene Rey Canada St. Francois D'Asize Pital Paul Enaf Roy Berthier Quis Mrg Camile Roy Tanceau Wartford Conn Beshu

Fire trucks crash in Danbury injuring none

A large group from the Danbury Fire Department responded to a chemical spill near a hydrant at 26 Elm Street after a fire engine skidded and crashed into another vehicle. No injuries were reported despite the collision and damage to the rigs.

Danbury Elm Street

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