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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1926

Page

2

Stamford Man Named Head Of Legion Committee

Stamford man Alfred Phillips of Stamford named chairman of the American Legion state committee on world trade and foreign relations. Other members include Albert Pier of Meriden and Henry Was of New Britain. the panel supports scholarships and exchanges with Europe while aiding educational policy for veterans.

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Bridgeport Chamber Sets Meeting On New Post Office

The Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce will convene Wednesday with representatives from 20 civic groups at Chamber headquarters to discuss actions supporting a new post office. James Gollum is named chairman of the committee to the Board of Directors.

Bridgeport Clambe Chimbé New Bridgeport James Gollum Chamber

Veteran showman laments circus decline and past glory

AP report recalls Runnels a veteran showman who toured with Barnum and Batley circuits and endured injuries from electrification and accidents. He recalls a family era of circuses and minstrel pantomimes fading as tours shrink and new generations abandon the profession. He notes shifts to vaudeville and stage work after a life on the road.

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Clubman Granted New Divorce Trial

Thomas W. Symington, a millionaire manufacturer and clubman, won an appeal today, with the Appellate Court overturning the lower court and granting a new divorce trial. The decision, written by Justice McAvery and concurred by four other justices, rebuked the trial judge for directing the jury to rule in Ida Maymington’s favor instead of allowing a jury verdict on the issues.

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Plans Revealed for New Lodge Home by Odd Fellows

Complete lodge home plans announced for a three lodge of Odd Fellows site on State and nearby streets. Construction set for early spring with a two-story design featuring six extensive rooms and an estimated cost around 270000 dollars. Architect Harry and Woe oversee the contract for the continuation of Walk Wis to the LoF Parish.

Lodge of Odd Fellows Aviv Arcitect Harry

Race track betting promoter jailed in city court

A promoter linked to illegal betting at a race track faced a one year sentence in a city court. Judge Lachett noted the punishment exceeded or conflicted with provincial jurisdiction and fined half the amount. The case involved misused betting proceeds and alleged ties to city figures.

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Three French Flyers Die in Air Crash

AP report from Maylene German tech town details a midair collision during maneuvers. Three French flyers perished when their aircraft collided with another during a training exercise. fatalities include pilot and mechanic.

New Hampshire Forestry Aided by Young People

In Durham and across New Hampshire youth participate in a forestry drive aiding rayon production. Clubs plan to plant pine and spruce areas, thinning and pruning to train future harvests while teaching modern forestry methods. A Dover Point example shows pruning and limb removal to yield quality logs.

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Settlement of the Long Mill Strike Aided by Newspaperman

A Baddeford newspaperman helped broker an end to an eleven week strike at the Pepperell mill. Conciliatory talks led by state and federal labor officials and local leaders produced a settlement. Mike Downey, a volunteer mediator, maintained favorable relations with mill management and strikers, aiding the peace process and the final agreement.

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Conference Advances as Sides Move Toward Accord

A tentative conference produced progress as both sides yielded. agreement followed a plan suggested by Fwomey and Chestilke, with the editor noting a pending death in months. Meanwhile 3600 Zeppetell Milla employees will soon return to work, ending their unemployment strain.

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Editor to Address Engineers Club in Joint Meeting

Hugh Lame, editor of the New York Commercial, will address a joint meeting of the Engineers Club and the Machinists Society of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. The session is set for Thursday night, March 4, at the Satfishd building, focusing on progress in engineering.

Hugh Lame New York Mudgeport American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Chelsea Rum Ring Trial Postponed Amid Disjointed Proceedings

The Chelsea based rum ring case involving May a Liawisnee Po Quigley and 17 others faced a postponement in U S district court as defense and prosecution sparred over motions. Spectators were dispersed. the judge reset hearings amid confusion and alleged ties to illicit activity across Chicago and other areas.

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New England Dog Race Leads with Moliboro Mile Sprint

Irwncoig Duruls won the International Jog derby on the second leg of the 140 mile New Hampshire sled race. The course stretched over 50 miles from Wolfeboro to Athens with teams battling deep slush as they started the day.

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