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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1928

Page

19

Educators Dedicate Junior College Movement in CT

Dr John W Withers of NYU headlined a dedication meeting for Connecticut's Junior College move ment highlighting changes in the education system The event drew over 900 in the auditorium and more than 100 toured the college facilities The discussion covered aims to provide two years of college level instruction and meet community educational needs Speakers included Dr Alfred C Fones and Dr Edgar D Lee with local officials present The conference also explored standards for junior colleges and the need for a student focused faculty approach to teaching.

John W. Withers School of Education New York University O'clack BR Recrett Cortright Junior College of Connecticut Alfred C. Fones Dr. Withers Edgar D. Lee Columbus National Association of Junior Colleges Magor Behrens William Horace Day The United Church Dean Withers America New England New England Association of Colleges East Stratfield Hotel Bridgeport Edward D. Lee John W. Withern United States National Educationy Association Boston Ler Stratfield Hall Junor College Lee American Association of Junior Colleges

Hoover's dry views may enlarge says McBride

Francis Scott McBride, general superintendent of the Anti-Saloon League, said Hoover’s prohibition views likely will be amplified as the campaign proceeds. He cited anticipated debate on beer and wine legalization and the idea that states could decide the Eighteenth Amendment’s fate, noting reactions from brewery and pro repeal groups.

Washington Associated Préss Hoover Senator Borah Francis Scott McBride Anti-Saloon League McBride M¢Bride

Telegram Daily Pattern Service Fashion Feature

Telegram Daily Pattern Service EN THES SIMPLICITY describes a one piece dress with box plaiting from shoulder to hem, belt fastened at the front, and options for 6 to 14 years. Garments include Napoleon blue silk crepe and red wool jersey with belt, plus striped fabrics and bias collar. material estimates and patterm numbers noted.

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Fragmentary text references a failed coupon, big name Addie, and printing run plans. Mentions orders, pattern themes, and a vague supplier or printing context with unclear dates or entities.

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Will of Mrs. Clara L. Baker Mixed Bequests In Probate

The Clara L. Baker will filed in Bridgeport probate distributes an estate around 260000 among many individuals and charities. Executors Dwight Wheeler and William Griffith named. heirs include two cousins. Substantial gifts go to Edith A. Mather and various associations and clubs. residue split among Bridgeport Boys Club Park Street Congregational Church and Associated Charities for Industrial Relief. Wheeler, Strong and Boardman hold one sixth of the residue.

Clara L. Baker Bridgeport M Baker Dwight Wheeler Willam Griffith Baker Frederick C. Hotchkiss Prospect Street Joseph d Johnson Thomaston Edith A. Mather Ulrich B. Mather Windsor Connecticut Associated Charities For Industrial Relief Park Street Congregaona John H. Regan Thomas F. Regan Lena Turney Boys’ Club Frederick C. Hatch- Ross Brad Street Bridgeport Boys’ Club Park Street Congregational Church and Associated Charities For Wilam B. Boardman Roach

Artificial aurora formed by huge light projector in Brooklyn

Brooklyn engineers build a vast projector to reproduce the aurora borealis as a feature for the Shinners convention in Miami May 1 to 3. The apparatus uses 62 high intensity beams and seven prisms driven by a motor to cast a rotating fan of light. The system aims to simulate natural auroral arcs reaching observers at great distances, with a mirror amplifying the beam and a 20000 candlepower output powered by 24 hp. The device weighs about five tons and generates a vapor at 8000 C.

New York Asoviated Preas Brooklyn Miami Plu Parlickes Sivania

Virginia Van Wie Wins Florida Open Championship

Virginia Van Wie defeated Maureen Orcutt at Palm Beach Country Club to win the Florida Open title for the second time, earning the Flagler gold cup. Van Wie led early, moved ahead by the tenth hole, and sealed victory after Orcutt struggled with putting and made late holes halved or lost.

Palm Beach Associated Press Virgina van Wie Chicago Florida Maureen Orcutt Bonewood W.d Palo Beach Miss van Wise Miss van Wis

State Legion Commander On Air At WICC Sunday

The American Legion will broadcast from Broadcasting Station WICC tomorrow afternoon from 4 to 5 o'clock with State Commander Sir Richards as the guest of the local post. He will speak on Legion topics, followed by selections by the American Legion Fife and Drum Corps and a 50-voice chorus performance.

American Legion WICC Sir Richards Ofcea Ira Ameri Can Legion Ny & Chorus

Wagner tied to New York clubs amid Brooklyn talks

John H. Hanus Wagner refused to confirm or deny reports of seeking an interest in a Brooklyn National League club. Indications suggested links to Dodgers ownership with a possible statement coming soon. Wagner has pursued a baseball stake for years and recently eyed Cumberland Md for a Middle Atlantic league share. The former Pirates infielder observed his fifty fourth birthday and ran a Pittsburgh sports bar.

Pittsburgh Associated Press John H Hanus) Wagner Brookyn Wagner Wgs Dodger Cumberland

Hungarians Move to Modify Restriction on Jews

Vienna reports the Hungarian Parliament passed by 139 to 32 an amendment to the numerus clausus bill restricting Jewish admission to universities. The measure would lie dormant for five months amid student unrest. several university buildings were damaged and there were strikes or closures to curb demonstrations.

Vienna Associated Frees Budapest

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