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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1926
Page
5
In Birmingham Alabama on February 25 two Negro former servicemen detonated and fired bombs inside a government building housing a District Veterans bureau. The barrage lasted over an hour until they fled. no injuries were reported as authorities noted one man suddenly became violent and was later committed. National guardsmen aided the scene, securing the second floor.
A garbled OCR story references a man, bombs, and an investigation with vague terms like pungent odor and detention. The text is incomplete and difficult to interpret, but suggests an incident involving a bomb scenario and a suspect in custody.
A reflection on the conflict between a woman’s career and motherhood. The author argues that modern women often sacrifice motherhood to chase business success, harming both the individual and the future, and notes Miss Jameson’s views in her own life.
The article reports that the Pax Collector Challenger sent letters to school principals urging teachers to pay their personal tax dues. The communications were read in schools and prompted concerns about coercion and legality.
Keriden Mans elected head of the Letter Carriers union in Greenwich with William Hommedieu of Meriden as president, succeeding John W Sargent. Other officers named include John Runs, Trink B Whitney, Arthur Morus, William Ghent, William Jenge, and Harry M Hubbell. Edward J Gatner spoke on the pension bill pending in Congress, proposing retirement after 30 years with 1200 dollar annual pension. A banquet at the Masonic Temple followed the session.
A bill to erect a monument above the tomb of the unknown soldier at Arlington National Cemetery was transmitted to the House by Secretary of War Dwight Davis. The plan envisions a $50,000 enclosure and figures, approved by Budget Director Loday, with design and construction to be directed by the Army Artillery Commission amid ongoing congressional debate.
An address before patriotic groups condemned those who attack Washington, calling him majestic in stature and character. The speaker emphasized Washington’s honesty and dignity, noting his role as a symbol of independence and tradition.
Aest Administrat or Tank T Putney announced that Pairfield county agents will likely remain unchanged this week despite a Coast Directive. He noted no Pairfield agent is expected to be dropped while conceding overall enforcement has been trimmed from fifteen to ten due to budget limits. one man was discharged three weeks ago.
A bill by Representative Fairchild proposes an international exposition in New York in 1932 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of George Washington. The plan would appoint commissioners from each state territory and possession to organize the event.
Cairo reports that the Egyptian ruler will travel to London for a state visit in early summer. The invitation was extended by British officials and arrangements are under discussion.
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