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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1923

Page

2

Five-Cent Fare Feasibility Cited by Cleveland Mayor

New York reports Mayor Fred Hroehier of Cleveland says a five cent street fare is possible in any city. He notes Cleveland’s success, traction companies profits, and a plan to adjust fares by a Taylor grant rule. He also pledges strict action against narcotics as part of public safety.

New York Fred Hroehier Cleveland Hoe Mevelang Transit Taylor Tf Clavaland Jt Ang Ormio Ohie

Labor Party Organized in New York State

The Labor Party in New York State was completed today by delegates from trade unions the Farmer Labor party the Socialist party the Single Tax party and cooperative and fraternal groups. Members who are not yet citizens must become citizens within six years under the party by laws. A resolution asked President Warding to remove W J Burns head of the secret service for alleged im American and Czar istic tactics.

New York American Labor Par Farmer-Labor Party Socialist Party Single Tax Party Warding W. J. Burns Secret Service

The Fox Without a Tail Lost in Market Chase

Reynard the Fox loses his long cherished tail after a hounds chase and seeks help in a local lost and found column. A Lady Bug retrieves the tail the next morning, ending the tale with the fox’s renewed pride.

Reynard the Fox Reynard Orly Bug Lal

Post-Pelegram Test and Found Ads

A brief notice notes post telegram tests and found advertisements, indicating local communications and lost item handling. The item highlights small community efficiency steps and reuniting notices between residents and officials. No individuals or organizations are named in readable text.

Changes in Trinity Methodist church marked by 50th anniversary

Rev A B Sandford former pastor and current New Rochelle Methodist secretary spoke at Trinity Church 50th anniversary service stressing God is unchanged amid a century of world events including the Turkish troubles and World War I. Fred Saunders preached the opening sermon recalling the church’s 1878 mission and a mother’s reception is planned for Tuesday night by the Wordworth League.

Trinity Methodist Episcopal Church A. B. Sandford New Rochelle Sandford Fred. Saunders Wpworth League of the Church

Romance of British Prince May End with Fulfillment of King Edward's Prophecy

Fev 25 England's royal romance the engagement of the Duke of York to Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon is hailed as a historic shift. The piece notes etiquette, Stratmore consent, and the potential impact on the throne as a commoner marriage could set a precedent for future royal unions and challenge traditional succession expectations.

Edward Bylforbhs W. Patrsearrln Lindon Fev England Duke of York Prince Bertie Betty Elizabeth Lord Stratmore Sock Gulf Bowas-Lyon Qin Bowes-Lyons Eliquette Lord Strathmore Prince of Wales Shalke Tady Mary Tord Layselles Victoria Wales

Anderson Replies On Fosdick And Antisaloon Ties

A correspondence portrays John D. Anderson defending Fosdick against any participation in a wet conspiracy. He says he approved Fosdick’s actions for two years and retains full confidence. He urges public accounting of Anti-Saloon League funds and names attached gifts, arguing organizations with public influence should reveal receipts.

Christian Fosdick Lou Pitts Antisaloon League Anti-Saloon League

Meetings Tonight and Change Notices in Bridgeport

Listings show numerous fraternal and civic groups in Bridgeport with meeting notices. Clubs include Loyalty lodge at State street, Harmony Rebekah lodge, Star of Charity, Loyal Order of Buffaloes, and American Legion units with addresses mainly on Broad State Main streets. Also listed are Masons, bricklayers, Metal Trades Council, and yacht club, Liberty barge, and local churches.

Columbus Boveelah Pembroke Street Bertha Lodge Hertha Broad Street Nathaniel Wheater Main Street Court Park Bridgeport Caine State Street Loyalty Lodge Fiarmony Rebekah Lodge St. Charles East Main Street Worty Hommes $ Chevaux Amerian Legion Samuel H. Warris Lodge Sigmry Jota Pb Soviety St- Paul's Itpisco Yal Ehureth

Free State Captures Rebels Treasurer at Tralee

Dublin report states Free State forces captured John J. OConnell, treasurer of the irregulars near Tralee. OConnell reportedly had 40,000 pounds in currency and several important documents in his possession.

Dublin Free State John J. O'Connell Irregielars Tralee OO Connell

Animals and Birds for Circuses and Zoos Here

NEW YORK ed 26.Bringing rare species of animals and birds to replenish zoos and circuses. The American liner Minneekahda docked today from Antwerp and Hamburg. Shipment included fifteen zebras, many monkeys, 1200 canaries, two kangaroos, hyenas, a lion killing drill, two cheetah, a hunting leopard, and twelve Javanese peacocks with one boxed six feet long.

New York Antwerp Hamourg

Counterfeiters Roundup Threatens Bonded Rum

Washington reports a sweeping roundup of hundreds of counterfeiters as the United States Secret Service says bootleggers cannot pass off counterfeit bonded rum as prewar bottled in bond. Moran cites millions defrauded, notes 29 of 64 arrested in New York and Brooklyn will stand trial, others held for lack of evidence. He says a dangerous ring is broken and compares it to past fraudsters.

Washington Bond United States Secret Service Moran New York Brooklyn

Ice blocks hinder Nantucket and Vineyard Haven ports

Ice conditions in Vineyard Sound and Nantucket Shoals improved but several harbors remain closed. Coal shipments delayed by ice moved north to Boston, worsening shortages in Vineyard Haven and surrounding towns. Nantucket faces a serious food shortage as Coast Guard cutters fail to break the ice barrier.

Vineyard Haven Mass Vineyard Sound Nantucket Shoals Pollack Rip Gayhead Boston Nantucket Idwartown Gakbluftts Wes Tisbury Chilmath Coast Guard Cutler Acushnet

Police find no trace of Lynn girl in Naugatuck

Veronic a Stokes a 15 year old of Lynn Mass was not found after exhaustive search by Naugatuck police. Waterbury detective chief Captain W W P Keegan said Peter DiNarcey of Waterbury fabricated the tale that the girl was lured to Naugatuck for illicit purposes. DiNarcey admitted the story came from his daughter and did not reflect his own knowledge.

Naugatuck Veronica Stokes Lynn Mass Peter DiNarcey Waterbury Ars DiMarcey W. W P. Keegan Ite Antonio Morana Naugatuck House

Man Arrested for Assaulting Wife in Lesko Court

Charles Barnaty of 7 Lesko Court was arrested yesterday afternoon after wife Mary Paraty filed a complaint alleging assault. He is held on $100 bond, with police noting a prior similar arrest months earlier.

Charles Barnaty Lesko Court Mary Paraty

Vicks birth and a druggist's cold remedy origin

A small town druggist reportedly devised an external cold treatment that evolved into Vicks VapoRub. Over 25 years this new method drew growing global interest, with millions seeking relief as the product expanded to serve the nation.

Vicks

Vicks Vapor Therapy for Winter Colds and Pneumonia Risk

An old drugstore remedy promotes extensive Vicks VapoRub use to counteract severe winter colds. It advises nasal inhalation, chest applications, hot towels or mustard plasters, and steam inhalation, claiming quicker counter irritation and reduced pneumonia risk with repeated, thorough use. It urges frequent reapplication and medical consultation.

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