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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1924

Page

1

Woman Foils Burglar As He Leaves House

Quick witted and tear lessness by Mrs Mary Boursick last night led to the arrest of a youth burglar as he attempted to escape from 24 1 2 Orchard street. Philip Mitelon, 17, of 672 Brooks street, is held on $2,000 bond for burglary. A set of keys and drawing instruments were found in his possession. An alleged accomplice, Frank Eisrei, 7 Orchard street, was also arrested.

Boursick Philip Fitelon Brooks Street Mary Boursick Oman Iverson Befors Oefeluek Frank Eizrei Orchard Street Mitelun

McAdoo campaign faces charges amid oil settlement bid

David Shorckwell, McAdoo for President committee chair, says no effort to hide the Doheny offer. He claims enemies attack McAdoo over a $990,000 payment linked to a Mexican government settlement.

Oanourcada Chatten St-Adoo Olf Mexicatn David Shorckwell McAdoo Vor Coimtte

Broken Veterans Donate to German Children Drive

Distressed veterans at a United States hospital in Atlin gtewn announce a drive to aid starving German children. Mrs. Corurks, director of the drive, reports total subscriptions and urges local support as officials plan continued fundraising efforts to help those abroad despite war’s end.

J. T. Rourke Cornerticnt The American Committee For Relief of German Children Tnited States Atlingtewn 1 Ub CT Rourks America Irlefields Principe Winslow Ordi Osirtell Senate Liege Prade

Stratford Youths Arrested In Custody Dispute

A fragmented report describes Stratford youths involved in a custody row leading to arrests. Names and places are garbled, but the piece centers on a family dispute escalating to law enforcement action and a court hearing.

Stratford

Tragic gas poisoning claims two in Broad Street lodging

Retired Cameron and his invalid wife Juta died in bed at 15 Drong Street from gas poisoning after a room window opened and a gas jet flame went out. Police and Medical Examiner Fitzgerald investigate as a third gas death in the week. Landlord forced entry after no answer at 10 o clock. emergency staff reported the bodies had been in bed about four hours.

Broad Street Wiiuar Cameron Bfe Juta Drong Street Thomas F. Gare Frospect Street Br. 4 V. Fitzgerald Fitzgerald Cameron

No Evidence Yet To Damage Israel, Defender Claims

Vitolic Defender Robert Forest, counsellor for F. Israel, 23, charged with slaying Father Hubert Dahme on Main Street, says police have offered no conclusive evidence to prove Israel is the priest’s killer. He cited testimony by Capoin Charles Van Amburgh and questioned bullet analysis, while Attorney Wercrest disputed the claim and De Peres noted several caves.

Vitolic Robert Forest F. Israel Hubert Dahme Main Street Tebyna 4 Ire Israel Capoin Charles van Amburgh Joly J. Phelan Wercrest van Ambiurgh Hanes de Peres

Senator Greene Expected to Recover After Surgery

Senator Greene continued to improve Monday after surgery for a condition described as venous-issue complications. Dr. Thomas Tinville, the physician, said the patient was through the worst and on a steady path to recovery with assistance from medical staff.

Senator Greene Thomas Tinville

Income Tax Forms and Hidden Details in The Telegram

The article fragment probes which income tax form to choose and hints at broader tax filing concerns. It references a series of verses and facts, mentioning dates, places, and people while suggesting a broader discussion on tax preparation and related topics.

Dan Aden

Radio Faith and Challenge to Church Ministry

Dr. Chester C. Marshall, pastor of the First Methodist Church, says radio may become the church’s greatest asset rather than a threat. He notes radio will influence attendance and that sermons by distinguished clergy could attract listeners, but argues true worship requires divine fire and cannot be replaced by eloquent broadcasts. He sees limited conversions from radio alone but expects churches to integrate broadcasting with spiritual ministry.

Chester C. Marshall First Methodist Church Radio Germany Christian Kingdom Marshall

Dawes comments on Briand aims amid French election talk

Brigadier General Charley G Dawes, American member of the first committees of experts, says he believes Briand hopes to have his 70 uttered remarks become a French Poincare quote. Briand campaigns in Carcassonne for the May elections defending France’s defense and urging Republican unity against communists.

Dawes Poincare Charley G Dawes Exper Hr Wu Dpremier Laineare M. Potncurve

Roosevelt delegate to Republican convention

Fire. Minmosa New York edition reports Roosevelt assistant secretary of the Navy was unanimously chosen as delegate from Nassau County to the Republican National Convention in Cleveland this June at a Nassau County Republican committee meeting last night.

Minmosa N.Y Ore Roosevelt Secret of the Navy Masead County Cleveland Nassau County Republian

Loca vs Mkury Hoaraick fails in good burg

A garbled report from a local page details a failed contest involving Loca and Mkury Hoaraick amid a chaotic scene. The text references political figures, legal actions, and various scattered names, but the core outcome remains unclear due to the damaged source.

Loca Mkury Hoaraick Ownetaics Apathiaein Stenishspice Willa Conserdaunt Rind Elatiy Lore Pulienta Ark

City enforcement debate voices in Bridgeport sermon

Reverend White of the Anti-Saloon League of Connecticut spoke at Olive Congregational Church in Bridgeport about enforcement of prohibition. He praised local police chief and Judge William Boardman for efforts to uphold the Eighteenth Amendment while noting aRecent rise in arrests and crimes as prohibition wanes, urgingBridgeport to stay vigilant to protect its law enforcement reputation.

Itwiph Ti White Sunere Bridgeport Wiliam B. Loardman Pridgeport

Revenue bill for passage at end of week

Washington reports a delayed schedule as revenue measures face floor votes. Congress will tackle the income tax rates and farm relief provisions before addressing annual appropriations bills and related measures. Senate reconvenes at the start of the new week to review the appropriations and tax proposals.

Washington Laugs Melign Senate

Bankruptcy claims loom as Saunders backs Piggly Wiggly case

Clarense Saunders files a late petition arguing Piggly Wiggly Stores owes him about $8.2 million, claiming he will recover assets in a dispute that could affect creditors. He notes total assets around $8.2 million with debts listed at $1.55 million, and alleges mismanagement by new Piggly Wiggly leadership.

Mleaueties Saunders

McLean to Serve on Committee 10 Probe Daugherty

Senate debate centers on appointing McLean to lead the probe into Daugherty. Opposed by Brookhart and Lodge, the plan envisions a resisted effort to name the committee for administration inquiry while allowing all sides time to respond to charges.

Mplean Daugherty

Investigation May Be Asked In McAdoo Oil Lease Probe

Washington February 24 Tomorrow's probe committee proceedings will center on Willam G McAdoo as a key figure in the oil lease case. The former Treasury secretary may be recalled to explain his statement about a one hundred dollar fee becoming four million if McAdoo’s Mexico trip had succeeded. Senator Lenroot, chairman, says the remarks show McAdoo was candid with the Treasury department, prompting calls for a broader inquiry despite committee limits. Continued on page 1.

Protec Peverne Pagiern Pitesburgh Washington Willam G. M Secretary of Treasury Angeles York Edward Doheny McAdoo Mexico Lenroot Unt Treasury Department

Judge Sets Paternity Suit in St. Louis Case

In St. Louis Missouri February 1914 Circuit Judge Hall hears Herman Hy Law a wealthy real estate dealer seek to determine the paternity of a child with his former wife Miss Byrdwn of New York. The decree of divorce was granted after a separate suit. The child was born December 28 following their 1914 marriage, she contends he left immediately and never lived with her while he claims paternity.

ST Louis Herman Hy Law Misa Byrd New York Alx mi Hall Sherm R Laumolgrne Laumeter

Dalton Sermon Urges Divine Aid Against Graft

Reverend Dalton urged divine aid as essential to curb graft and protect the nation. He warned against corruption by money and media, urged upright policy, and called for national unity and patriotism amid political strife. He cited the burden of governance, the navy, and a large army as mirrors of national resolve.

Dalton United States Hiere God Save Neamt

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