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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1924

Page

3

Montana Governor Joseph M. Dixon Considered for Navy Secretary

Helena February reports say Governor Joseph M. Dixon of Montana, a Roosevelt Progressive figure, is seriously considered for the Navy secretary post to succeed Edwin Denby. Dixon declines comment while noting his term as governor ends next January and no decision on re election has been announced. Dixon has served Montana in the House and Senate, and in 1918 led the Roosevelt Bull Moose campaign.

Wasshington Joseph M. Dixon Montana Roosevelt Progres Nvy Edwin Denby Dixon Helena Mont Joseph M Washington House of Washington United States Senate

Truth Serum Used in Alabama Axe Murder Probes

Birmingham Solicitor James O. G. Day reports truth serum unlocked tongues in thirteen prisoners, ten suspected axe murderers. He says the drug revealed details of murders and assaults, with one convict already convicted. Nine others, all Negroes, provided information before trials. Dr. A. A. Goldberg warned tests carry danger for weak hearts or brain disease.

Birmingham Ala James OG. Day South Iscopolamia Vis Fatherea Davin Alabama Marandera Davis Tuscaloosa A. A. Goldberg Howeser Birminghe

Can Your Taxes Be Cut

Economist Jon F Sinclair discusses the need for modernizing U S government accounting. He traces the shift from Hamilton era double entry to a starting Budget Bureau in 1921 and the ongoing drive for open financial reporting, clearer records, and stronger budget oversight to curb wasteful spending.

Death Claim Dismissed in Guard Thomas Ryan Case

The Compensation Commissioner rejected a claim by Mary Ryan that Thomas H. Ryan died from injuries from a March 6 1923 yard accident at Bryant Electric in Penuns watchman office. Evidence showed preexisting heart trouble and autopsy noted an enlarged heart and arterial hardening, suggesting death not caused by the March accident.

Penuns Thomas H. Ryan Bryant Electric Company Edward T. Buckingham Mary Ryan Tramatan Avenue Ryan Huan

Leviathan to leave Hoboken for Boston after repairs

At Brooklyn Navy Yard today repairs on Leviathan reversing turbines were nearing completion for a scheduled sail to Boston tomorrow morning to be overhauled in a Navy dry dock. Blades on two turbines were rebuilt after grounding off Staten Island in September, with 50 to 200 men replacing over 1,000,000 blades in total.

New York Brooklyn Navy Yard Shipping Board Eloheken Boston Navy Dry Dock Staten Island Navy

Boy Kills Playmate Over Marble Game in Tarboro

In Tarboro on February 8 a 9 year old boy named Ter ville Howell shot and killed his 12 year old playmate Jonas O Neill during a marble game quarrel. A trial has been ordered in Taycede court.

Tarboro Terville Howell Jonas O'Neill Taycede

The Bureau of the Budget A New Day

Uncle Sam is as honest and efficient as private workers yet aims to provide a clear record of all financial transactions. A growing concern seeks open up to date information on government finances. Under Willoughby Brown Lord and Company a new site structure rises under inspection.

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HOWLAND'S Sewing Machine Club Offers New Home Models

Join the New Home sewing machine club for home delivery. Pay $4 to join, then easy installments on machines priced from $39 to $100. Optional electric portable at $39, Ideal drop head $39, New Home $59, cabinet $69, or console $100. Third floor center.

Fine spring overblouses introduce new pattern styles

New spring overblouses feature a simple V neck or four in hand scarf necklines, with navy or de chine options priced at 12.50. Heavy crepe de chine in porcelain blue and silk printed navy tan combos offer tailored details and white stitching, with blouse rounds and glass buttons, priced at 15. Available daily on the main floor with new arrivals shipping in.

Embroidered designs in New Artamo packages offer easy sewing

Deft fingers craft decorative embroidery in New Artamo packages. Garments include orchid lace voile underwear with simple patterns, gowns at 3.40, pajamas 3.75, combinations 1.80, and matching sets. Peach organdie and ratine voile offer negligee, caps, and boudoir sets, all sold with D. M. C. cotton for handwork.

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