Coolidge Calls Quick Probe Into Pacific Grants
President Coolidge urges swift inquiry into Northern Pacific land grants as Congress weighs withholding approval of railroad adjustrments. Secretary Wallace’s statements are cited on potential forest lands and private benefits, with executive action requested to ensure full compliance and protection of public interests.
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Washington
Congress
Seemtaries
Wallace
Interior
Northern Pacific
Tniets
Floweress Tie
Interior Department
Northern Pact Railroad
Coolidge
Cnalr
Nan Lenroot
Slemp Testifies in Oil Inquiry Amid Pirate-Like Hearings
Senator Walsh plans further inquiries into Slemp testimony about the Palm Beach scandal and potential telegraph or telephone communications with McLean Fail or others. Foster Bain testified that Donery storage talks occurred and Attorney General Daugherty objected. McAdoo’s potential visit to the witness stand is postponed as accountants finish brokerage firm book reviews. Lenn may be summoned to explain the $700,900 in checks to Fail.
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Washington
I. Slemp
McLean
Fail
Palm Beach
Walsh
New Orleans
Slemp
H Foster Bain
Gureau of Mines
Ill
Donery
New York
Cleveland
Witrass
Wayward B Lenn
Washington Day in 1925 Silent Nomination and Tax Debates
A report of political maneuvering in Washington includes nominations such as Witat Philips for ambassador to Belgium and discussions on estate tax and pension laws. It notes opposition to Philippine independence and a proposed joint investigation into Indian drafts, while recording statements by officials and senators regarding fiscal and administrative matters.
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Weeks
Hayes Insular Affairs Committee
Philippines
Chishoma
Joseph M. Denton
Wontana
Nav
Supreme Cout
Coolidge
Jak
Treasury
sitornes-Geneia
Daughert
Benatur Willis
Ohio
Wash Democrat
Crepublicen National Cor
Senate
Bascom
Waslingtom
Edward Wo Melear
Foser Bain
Bureau of Mines
Restaurant Owner Loses $150 to Crook
Asia restaurant proprietor on Fairfield Avenue received a telegram from Chicago asking for a loan. The message listed partner Leon Fung Jee as returnee, but the caller vanished, and a hate note followed. The matter was reported to police yesterday.
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Wriday Ifoward Leu
Asia
Fairfield Avenue
Chicago
Leon Business Assvstata
Leon Fung
Bridgeysree
China
Teona
House Debate Signals Tax Changes on Estates and Gifts
Lawmakers clash over inheritance tax growth and a proposed gift tax limit. discussion centers on extending or delaying changes, with representatives Garnet Green and Millis shaping amendments to tax rates and exemptions.
Simpson Again Succeeds Himself as Budget Chair
Bert K Lauvers vice president of Bridgeport Hydraulic Co to succeed himself as chairman of the Budget committee. George Ti Woods named as chairman of the oration with Richard W Cogswell as treasurer and Clarence King as secretary. Advisory committee to be composed of Walter B Gashar Ver Warner Harley Sanford Jacob Klein Harry Walker and others. Trustees at large elected include George H Woods Thomas Mullinan and George F.E. Wood. Finance and Budget committees formed with numerous representatives. details name many local citizens and officers.
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Bert K.lauvers
Bridgeport Hydraulic Company
George Ti. Woods
Richard W Cogswell
Clarence King
Gompoeseg
Walter B Gashar
Do Ver H. Warner
Harley G. Sanford
Jacob Eb Klein
Harry W. Walker
Worthen
Andrew M. Arooper
George H. Woods
Thonas M Mullinan
H. Almen Chaffee
George FE. Wood
Crommattes
Simescon
Woods
J.B Wihill
Noremany Leeds
W. T Hincks
Wo. Clark
David S Day
Carl Dilatz
George S. C Hawley
Fras Kisco
Fqui
Rarde Snade
George S Machey
W. E. Spencer
Wil le. Ro Webster
Italy and Yugoslavia Form Boundary Talks Formalized
Italy and Yugoslavia formally set a boundary as of February in a meeting at Plume and Sussak with officials present. A group of Croats marched to Pere Batros, hoisted a Yugoslav flag, and were ordered to withdraw by police to prevent incidents.
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Piime
Italy
Plume
Sussak
Pere Batros
Jugeslav
Havana Railway Strike Ends After Long Walkout
The United Railway of Havana employees and Quehworkers reach a settlement after a prolonged strike. Officials announce the agreement late today, ending labor action that affected services and momentum in the city.
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Navas
United Railway of
Havana
Warrant Issued for Murder Charge Against Vasco
Danbury Feb 26 special to Telegram Prosecutor Norman Beers issues warrant charging Pietro Vasco proprietor of the spaghetti house with murder in the Mill Plain Inn slaying of Con stable George J Goetz of Kent. Police seek Vasco. state and local officers describe him from photographs and descriptions.
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Danbury
Norman
Beers
Pietro Vasco
Siice
Mill Plain
George J Goetz
Kent
Ft Ia
Arrest Warrant Issued for Yasco in Resort Murder
Police chief Schoen tonight announced a warrant for the arrest of Yasco in connection with a murder at or near an assumed resort location. Witness statements will be taken today as authorities pursue a cleanup stance against unsavory resorts linked to the crime.
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Schoen
Suhoen
Wincs
Help for Fever to Recover Business Faced with Public Auction
Edward Finn and Peter M. Davey prepared an estimate of the stock value of Hocher Jones Milling Co of New York and Bridgeport. A public auction is set for March 16 at 10 o'clock if the move succeeds. Creditors voted 21 to 6 against a 10 percent offer, with claims totaling $18,331 in favor and near a million against. The auctioneer JT Waksila will dispose of assets appraised at $60,000 at the company warehouse if the offer does not proceed.
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Edward ¥. Finn
Hocher Jones Milling Company
New York
Peter M. Davey
Bridgeport
Feuer
Wade
Fiver
Clufad B. Walesor
United States Auctioneer
Wakslea
Abbot
American Sugar Quefining Company
Attorne Shydor
Contit
Creditora’ Committee
Company of
Treerg
Meetings Tonight in Multiple Lodges and Societies
Local notices list meetings and addresses for many groups including Mithra Lodge Woof 13 Main Street Valanthe Terple Psthian Sisters Pequonnock Lodge St George Daughters Stratford Avenue Fourth Danchet Republican Club and various benevolent orders. Locations span Fairfield Avenue Main Street Broad Street Washington Street and others with times noted as tonight.
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Budgepom
Morv Konckapetanaup
Muli Street
Tlarineny Coaneil
Dy Rok
Fairfield Avenue
Mithra Lodge
Main Street
Valanthe Terple Psthian Sisters
Pequonnock Lodge
Hroad
Etrest
Carpenters and Joiner
Tin Street
Marthy Wastington Lodge
St George
Stratford Avenue
Iweestia
Warner Circle
Bon
Canney Street
Wotvfield Avenue
N E Telephone Company Plans 5 Million Investment
The N E Telephone Co announces a five million dollar investment with long term plans to expand by 1940. Projections include rising line counts from 6 874 in 1826 to 58 070 by 1940 and continued development of automatic switching to improve service.
Budget cuts hinge on mayoral approval at yesterday’s meeting
The board approved cuts across departments as Mayor Behrens prepared to sign. Figures show about 5921 776 slashed in preliminary estimates, with 30,000 for insurance and various smaller items reduced. Fire and public works allocations faced reductions while apportionment board fees and bonds remained contentious.
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St Uling
Syed
Eets United
Noe Insoarce Commission
Weller
George YW
Wood
Leila
Daugherty Letter to Senator Wheeler on Justice probes
Attorney General Daugherty writes Senator Wheeler stating full cooperation for any Senate inquiry into the Department of Justice. He argues a swift, thorough investigation will show high efficiency, protect government rights, and notes changes in prosecutions of Wall, Sinclair, and related cases. He asks to present counsel and to have witnesses compelled, stressing the need to avoid suspicions around ongoing investigations.
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Feb
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Wohi
Wheeler
Department of Justice
Senate
Albert B. Tall
Harry J. Sinclair
Goi. Cohens
Wharhks
the Forbes
Alleed Eusmi
Albert D. Wall
Malent le
Lvorbes
Resolutinn
Charles Tt. Porkes
Henator Wheeler
Wen
John W. T. Crim
Tie
Reed Committee
Chicago
Cape
le Prees
Sinclair
Lefora
Dneaths Waite
Pat Stoc
Rfl
Tom Lad
Doheny
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Attornay Ceneral
White Mouse
White House
White
Coolidge
Daugharty
Wieser
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Ure
Bento
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OM Will
Viata Luc
Provident Coolidge
Ocon
Milaugherty
Hen Tekken
Perton
Lin
Bengtor Borah
Republic
Iaho
Adams
Republican National
Wiite House
Sybert
TaFollette
Daugherty Admits Trading In Stock Amid Senate Inquiry
The article reports Attorney General Daugherty admitting stock trading while denying knowledge of oil leasing policies. It covers Senate calls for a prompt inquiry, Daugherty’s resignation offer after the inquiry, White House reactions, and political maneuvering involving Wheeler, Adams, Borah, and Taft. It notes Coolidge’s stance and ongoing cabinet tensions.
Former Fireman Dies in Rooming House From Fumes
The former fireman, found dead in a rooming house at 144 East Main Street, apparently died from gas fumes. Acting Medical Examiner Dr. Vitneeral said a slight odor of escaping gas was noted when tenants broke in. The death is under investigation, with the body discovered yesterday and the occupant identified as Thands Quip ley.
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Thands Quipley
Menber
Bridgeport
Investigathen
Alis Mary J Murray
Kundlady
Tovmune
Sinuley Avon
Maal Cae Fe
Ely
Engraving Bureau Reinstates Chiefs in Bid for Vindication
Washington February 23 Ten division chiefs of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing were reinstated in their old jobs after a two year fight for vindication sparked by President Harding. Wallace W. Kirby as acting director saw six more of the 22 dismissed expected to return next week. The remainder are unlikely to return, some choosing retirement or accepting other employment.
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Washington
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Harding
Wallace W. Kirby
Autho
Underwood Attacks Government on Foreign Policy in Kentucky
United States Senator Oscar Underwood, a Kentucky native and Democratic presidential candidate, denounced the government for failing to engage properly in European affairs and to secure peace and prosperity. He cited European instability, warned of potential bankruptcy of American agricultural markets, and praised Allied efforts while accusing the administration of neglecting postwar duties. The speech was delivered before the General Assembly in Frankfort.
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Hrankwort
Bev
United States
Oscar Underwood
General Assembly
Agerean
America
Europe
Circus Animal Trainer Pete Conklin Dead at 87
Pete Conklin, famed king of clowns and longtime lover of animals, died in a New York hospital at age 87. His brother George Conklin remembered the trainer’s devotion and the dangers he faced every time he entered the animal cages, as hundreds of circus men prepared for his funeral.
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Fun
Fete Conklin
Pete Conklin
Lila
New York
George Conklin
Pete Conlin
Teather
Soldiers' Bonus Passed by New York Senate
Albany N Y after a four year effort the soldiers bonus measure cleared the legislature and moves to Governor Smith for signature. The plan provides machinery for distributing 46 million dollars and a bonus for World War veterans in New York state as it was approved by the Senate last week.
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Albany
Nlt
New York State
Smith
Senate
Free Milk For Stamford Poor Children Approved
Stamford officials move to fund free milk for needy city children with a $1,200 appropriation from the city treasury. The measure, backed by the corporation counsel and Councilman Frederick Batholomew, passed the council, aligning with past practices and ending a dispute between Mayor Alfred N Phillips Jr. and the Board of Selectmen. Mayor Phillips had pledged support, even offering his salary if needed, and the resolution awaits Finance committee approval.
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Stamford
Frederick Batholomew
Connel Council
Alfred N Phiips Jr
Board of Relegtmen
Phillips
Selectmen
Phillitp
Hhem
Chandler Bennitt
Chaiman
Counccl
New York New Haven
Hartford Road
Interstate Commerce Commission
New York
Bennitt
Connecticut bars cattle imports from the West
Harwsford February 25. James N Whittlesey commissioner on Domestic Animals announces no more permits for importing horses cattle swine or sheep west of the Mississippi River until further notice due to foot and mouth disease in California. An exception allows Iowa horses briefly, withdrawn when danger passes. He will coordinate with federal authorities to prevent disease entry into Connecticut.
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Jamex N Whittlesey
Mississippi
California
Iowa
Touna
Washington
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