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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1928
Page
6
A Central mnatic club recently formed by Smith boosters aims to promote the candidacy of Governor Al E. B. Smith. Speakers ridiculed opposition while praising Smiths leadership and the party’s reform efforts, urging Republicans and Democrats alike to unite behind his vision for government and labor interests.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a contested Ohio race with mentions of delegates, endorsements, and party alignment. Referenced names include Willis, Colonel Carmine Thormo, Theodore E. Cleveland, James R. af Cleveland, and mentions of Lowden Curtis and Curtin. The text suggests a primary delegate process and pledged support dynamics without clear outcomes.
A garbled report from page material covers a murder trial involving a mayor and Birger, with jurors and evidence disputes. It notes legal challenges, juror conduct, and questions about pretrial rulings. Names like Birger and Adams appear amid fragmented references to court arguments and safety items.
The Supreme Court ruled the gasoline tax discriminatory and unconstitutional under the Fourteenth Amendment. The decision noted that the levy favored kerosene users and electrical or propelled vehicles, violating equal protection.
Yale university professors at Faabody Museum await Shelton park commissioner to approve excavations after students uncovered human bones and arrowheads in a Shelton park hole. Deputy Sheriff Charles Cook advised waiting for the commissioner’s return from the South before proceedings could begin.
A woman described as Maude Lewis and a man described as Albert Walters were arrested on breach of the police belief charges after being found in a furnished room at 467 State Street. Each was locked up at police headquarters in default of 200 bond. Detectives Maloney Buckley Murphy and Liggans made the arrests around 10 PM.
The text discusses conflicts between state laws and the federal Constitution, citing McAdoo on whether Volstead Act provisions supersede New York law. It notes New York repealed its prohibition act in 1933, the need for an enforcement statute, and proposed federal aid to states with enforcement acts to bolster policing.
A jury convicts Dr McMillan of murder in a bank robbery plot that netted $30 000 in St Louis. The crime involved two dentists, multiple employees tied and blinded, and a staged break in. The trial began after the defendant’s alleged involvement was revealed by the suspect’s own statements and autopsy findings on an unrelated death.
Two youths fled in a stolen car from Milford and led Stamford police on a run that ended with the pair being arrested on Myrtlé avenue. A loaded 22 caliber automatic and other items tied to DiFranco were found, and both suspects were taken to Stamford jail for questioning.
A 68 year old woman, Josephine Terrace of 196 Madison Avenue, fell yesterday injuring her right forehead with a gash and possible fracture. She was treated at Emergency Hospital by Dr. Bert Hershen and advised transfer to a second hospital. Her daughter arrived and she was moved to St Vincents Hospital where she remains under observation.
Associated Press reports the Detroit Free Press will say tomorrow that Col Charles A Lindbergh and Major Thomas Lanphier tested a new motor at Belfridge field powered by electric magnetrons instead of gasoline.
Britain Australia aviator 18 found near Cloncurry reported. The flyer aimed to fly 950 miles to Clonturry then Bundaberg, starting from Port Darwin, but crashed near Cloncurry. Sydney reports say searchers will probe the crash area and experts believe the craft may be damaged with possible open country routes considered.
The Congressional Record, a word by word account of Congress, is reportedly in high demand overseas as governments study American processes. Officials note shipments and furnishings for foreign offices, and an archives survey reveals vast uncatalogued papers and fragile records. The department seeks funding to organize and preserve these documents.
In a Washington address Klein argues that machines have boosted, not reduced, employment. He cites net job gains in distribution and commerce tied to higher output, while noting temporary hardships from industry shifts. He contrasts labor leaders’ claims with data from postwar manufacturing and services showing large employment increases in auto servicing, radio trade, motion pictures, and hotel work.
Emergency hospital reports detail several incidents from yesterday. Amy Sullivan fainted near a hot stove and was treated. Morris Plotnick was injured when steam escaped a pipe as his horse bolted, sending him to hospital with wounds. Additional cases involved unconsciousness and head injuries from various mishaps.
Thieves stole a automobile belonging to W Ettershank of 1456 Main Street Stratford from Golden Hin sheet last night. The theft was discovered and reported to the police shortly before midnight. A description was flashed to police and surrounding cities but no trace was found by early morning.
William James twenty two and Raymond two three, both colored, residents of 585 Harra Avenue, were brought to city police headquarters from Elizabeth New Jersey after being arrested in a stolen car. The pair allegedly stole the vehicle in Elizabeth on February night from High and Main streets and admitted taking it to this city. Detective Sergeant John J Curry landed them at 6 o clock under bonds of 1000 each.
Firemen responded to multiple incidents including a cellar fire on Pembroke and Walter streets and a separate chimney fire at 390 Lafayette Street. The fires caused smoke and minor damage but were extinguished quickly with no injuries reported. Additional small flare ups occurred at 123 Madison Avenue and a box alarm at Marion and Maison avenues.
Lathrop and Shea of New Haven sue Stamford for 1000 damages alleging hindrance by City Engineer John Willains and assistant Leon Tuttle in a paying West Broad street and Rachelie avenue contract. Suit returnable to March term of Civil Superior Court at Bridgeport. contract originally executed under former Major John F Keating on Nov 24, 1825.
Michael Barry, 26, proprietor of a social club at 629 Main, was arrested yesterday afternoon by the Bureau of Investigation for violation of state liquor laws. Held on $300 bond as a fiat offender. raid led by Lt. Michael Arnolsky and Det. Sgts Walter Auge and Patrick J PcVaine, two liquor bottles found on Barry. Case set for this morning.
Senator Charles F Kenyon of Narragansett Pier was found with a bullet wound to the right temple and died at Rhode Island Hospital. Medical Examiner Magill said the wound was likely self-inflicted. Kenyon had attended the Bays session of the General Assembly and colleagues said he was in good spirits beforehand.
John Palumbo of 418 Center street driving for Louis E Richards of 1474 Main street struck seven year old Tony Bruno of 7 Hamilton street at Hamilton and Green streets yesterday afternoon. Tony suffered a bleeding nose and ran home after the incident.
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